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AVI Systems Chief Technology Officer, Brad Sousa, Dies Unexpectedly

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023
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The leadership at AVI Systems today shared that Brad Sousa, an industry veteran, thought leader and Chief Technology Officer of the company, died unexpectedly while attending a company event in Austin, Texas.

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  • The leadership at AVI Systems today shared that Brad Sousa, an industry veteran, thought leader and Chief Technology Officer of the company, died unexpectedly while attending a company event in Austin, Texas.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231108045919/en/
    “This tragic news affects so many people, including Brad’s loved ones, our AVI Systems family, and the entire audiovisual and unified collaboration industry,” said Jeff Stoebner, CEO, AVI Systems.
  • Our hearts go out to his entire family at this difficult time.”
    First joining AVI Systems in 2008, Brad created and led the company’s technology practices, overseeing the development of solutions clients used around the world.
  • Prior to becoming CTO at AVI Systems, Brad was the company’s regional vice president of the West Coast region.

Apartments.com Publishes October 2023 Multifamily Rent Report

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023
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Today, Apartments.com – a CoStar Group online marketplace – released an in-depth report of multifamily rent trends for October 2023.

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  • Today, Apartments.com – a CoStar Group online marketplace – released an in-depth report of multifamily rent trends for October 2023.
  • “All regions saw rents fall in October, but markets in the West and South experienced the steepest losses.”
    In October 2023, multifamily rents fell by 0.4% over the previous month, compared to a 0.5% decline in September.
  • Over the same period, Louisville saw rents increase by 0.3% and Las Vegas, Cleveland and Cincinnati experienced 0.1% rent increases.
  • Annual rent growth in October held positive in more than half of the top 50 markets.

International Symposium on Destination Stewardship Inspires the Future of Global Tourism

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023
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Latest research from over 15,000 Canadians found that 82% of residents agree that tourism is a positive force in Canada.

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  • Latest research from over 15,000 Canadians found that 82% of residents agree that tourism is a positive force in Canada.
  • "The Symposium comes at a pivotal moment in the evolution of global tourism," said Marsha Walden, President and CEO of Destination Canada.
  • By bringing together tourism leaders to focus on this important topic, this Symposium helps Canadian tourism chart a course for a more sustainable future."
  • Destination Canada engages in destination development through Thought Leadership, and Planning & Strategy to empower Canada's tourism industry, enable growth and expertise in destination development, and maximize collective impact for Canada.

bioAffinity Technologies Names Dallas J. Coleman as National Director of Sales

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Monday, November 6, 2023
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bioAffinity Technologies , Inc. (Nasdaq: BIAF; BIAFW), a biotechnology company focused on the need for noninvasive, accurate tests for the detection of early-stage cancer and lung disease, today announced the appointment of Dallas J. Coleman as National Director of Sales.

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  • bioAffinity Technologies , Inc. (Nasdaq: BIAF; BIAFW), a biotechnology company focused on the need for noninvasive, accurate tests for the detection of early-stage cancer and lung disease, today announced the appointment of Dallas J. Coleman as National Director of Sales.
  • Mr. Coleman has more than 15 years of experience in medical sales and marketing, most recently as Executive Account Manager for the respiratory portfolio of Olympus America’s therapeutic solutions division.
  • Reporting to bioAffinity Technologies President and Chief Executive Officer Maria Zannes, Mr. Coleman is responsible for leading the CyPath® Lung sales team and sourcing new business opportunities.
  • “We are delighted to welcome Dallas to our management team in this newly created position.

Caregivers of Veterans Spend 1.5 Times More on Out-of-Pocket Costs Compared to Other Family Caregivers

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Monday, November 6, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Family and others who provide care for veterans spend on average $11,500 of their personal income on out-of-pocket costs related to caregiving each year—1.5 times higher than what other family caregivers spend ($7,242), according to AARP data .

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  • WASHINGTON, Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Family and others who provide care for veterans spend on average $11,500 of their personal income on out-of-pocket costs related to caregiving each year—1.5 times higher than what other family caregivers spend ($7,242), according to AARP data .
  • "The financial challenges veteran and military caregivers face are too often invisible or ignored," said Pete Jeffries, National Director of AARP's Veterans & Military Families Initiative.
  • The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers support and resources for caregivers of veterans enrolled in VA health care through the VA Caregiver Support Program .
  • But only 34% of veterans have used their earned benefits at VA health care, according to the U.S. Census Bureau .

Kim Summers Appointed as National Director of Cooperative Purchasing for Sport Group America

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Monday, October 16, 2023
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DALTON, Ga., Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sport Group America is delighted to announce the promotion of Kim Summers to the esteemed position of National Director of Cooperative Purchasing. This move is testament to Kim's unwavering dedication, in-depth knowledge, and her multifaceted experience that she has demonstrated throughout her tenure with the organization.

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  • Sport Group America is delighted to announce the promotion of Kim Summers to the esteemed position of National Director of Cooperative Purchasing.
  • DALTON, Ga., Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sport Group America is delighted to announce the promotion of Kim Summers to the esteemed position of National Director of Cooperative Purchasing.
  • Sport Group America extends its hearty congratulations to Kim Summers and looks forward to an even brighter future under her leadership.
  • With a commitment to sustainability, technological innovation, and customer satisfaction, Sport Group America continues to set industry benchmarks and redefine the boundaries of performance surfaces across the globe.

Wealth Solutions Report Concludes Second Annual Pathfinder Awards By Honoring Top Hispanic Industry Leaders Of 2023

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023
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NEW YORK, Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Wealth Solutions Report (WSR) – the fast-growing B2B digital media platform featuring wealth management-focused commentary, insights and analysis – today announced the fourth and final installment of its WSR Pathfinder Awards for the year, the Top Hispanic Industry Leaders of 2023, in honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month.

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  • The invitation-only Pathfinder Awards honor excellence in wealth management executives, advisors and professionals from underrepresented backgrounds, as well as organizations that support underrepresented communities.
  • The awards have a dual purpose of bringing voices from those communities to the wealth management industry to address change and progress toward diversity, equity and inclusion.
  • Larry Roth, Founder & CEO of Wealth Solutions Report, said, "I am pleased to conclude our second year of WSR Pathfinder Awards by honoring this elite group of wealth management professionals and organizations as the Top Hispanic Industry Leaders of 2023.
  • In December, WSR will announce its second annual Wealth Exemplar Awards, which celebrate excellence in the wealth management industry.

Mowilex Partners with Habitat for Humanity to Train the Next Generation of Paint Applicators in Indonesia

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023
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JAKARTA, Indonesia, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- PT Mowilex Indonesia (Mowilex), a leading producer of premium paints and wood coatings, is partnering with Habitat for Humanity Indonesia, the National Carpentry Council, and the Vocational Training Centre on a three-year program to certify highly qualified Tukang (craftsmen).   

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  • Mowilex is working with Habitat for Humanity Indonesia, the National Carpentry Council, and the Vocational Training Centre to support a Tukang (craftsman) certification.
  • JAKARTA, Indonesia, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- PT Mowilex Indonesia (Mowilex) , a leading producer of premium paints and wood coatings, is partnering with Habitat for Humanity Indonesia, the National Carpentry Council, and the Vocational Training Centre on a three-year program to certify highly qualified Tukang (craftsmen).
  • Habitat for Humanity funding supports the program that will train 210 low-income participants from Indonesia's Tangerang Regency, including painters, applicators and other beginner construction worker.
  • We appreciate Mowilex's support in launching this training program," said Susanto Samsudin, National Director of Habitat for Humanity Indonesia.

Mowilex Partners with Habitat for Humanity to Train the Next Generation of Paint Applicators in Indonesia

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023
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JAKARTA, Indonesia, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- PT Mowilex Indonesia (Mowilex), a leading producer of premium paints and wood coatings, is partnering with Habitat for Humanity Indonesia, the National Carpentry Council, and the Vocational Training Centre on a three-year program to certify highly qualified Tukang (craftsmen).   

Key Points: 
  • Mowilex is working with Habitat for Humanity Indonesia, the National Carpentry Council, and the Vocational Training Centre to support a Tukang (craftsman) certification.
  • JAKARTA, Indonesia, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- PT Mowilex Indonesia (Mowilex) , a leading producer of premium paints and wood coatings, is partnering with Habitat for Humanity Indonesia, the National Carpentry Council, and the Vocational Training Centre on a three-year program to certify highly qualified Tukang (craftsmen).
  • Habitat for Humanity funding supports the program that will train 210 low-income participants from Indonesia's Tangerang Regency, including painters, applicators and other beginner construction worker.
  • We appreciate Mowilex's support in launching this training program," said Susanto Samsudin, National Director of Habitat for Humanity Indonesia.

Jennifer Dimura Joins Alliant Insurance Services as National Director of Pharmacy

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Monday, September 18, 2023
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Jennifer Dimura has joined Alliant Insurance Services as Executive Vice President, National Director of Pharmacy within its Employee Benefits Group .

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  • Jennifer Dimura has joined Alliant Insurance Services as Executive Vice President, National Director of Pharmacy within its Employee Benefits Group .
  • Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, Dimura has industry-spanning experience that includes retail pharmacy, clinical pharmacy management, disease management, PBM account management, pharmacy automation, consulting, training and development, and leadership.
  • At Alliant, Dimura will be responsible for operational leadership, adding to the existing strengths of the national pharmacy team.
  • “She brings a wealth of experience and insights and will help our organization create better and more comprehensive benefits strategies.”
    Prior to joining Alliant, Dimura was Vice President, Director of Pharmacy Solutions at a global independent insurance brokerage firm.