Georgia State University College of Law

NPG Awards $30,000 in Scholarships for the 2023-2024 Academic Year

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, July 18, 2023
Pennsylvania State University, Donald, Ohio University, Valencia College, University, Population study, Teachers College, Columbia University, Education, Strayer University, Population growth, Lake Forest College, Georgetown University, Government, Reno 1868 FC, Student, Irvine Valley College, Youth Outreach, Law, Georgia State University College of Law, Saint Joseph's University, Growth, Policy, Union, Health, Portland State University, Union Theological Seminary, Environment, NPG, Tutoring, Nursing

ALEXANDRIA, Va., July 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Negative Population Growth leaders have announced this year's annual Essay Scholarship Contest winners. Soon, eighteen students from across the U.S. will receive awards ranging from $5,000 to $1,000 to help with their tuition and other expenses.

Key Points: 
  • Soon, eighteen students from across the U.S. will receive awards ranging from $5,000 to $1,000 to help with their tuition and other expenses.
  • This year, the winning graduate students competed for the scholarship awards by writing an original 750–1,000 word essay addressing the provided prompt .
  • High school seniors and undergraduate students competed for the scholarship awards by writing an original 450-600 word essay addressing the provided prompt .
  • By offering multiple scholarships, NPG encourages young people to examine U.S. demographic trends carefully and to make sustainable choices.

Employbridge Names Whitney Woodward Chief People Officer

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, July 6, 2023
Georgia State University College of Law, University, Growth, Woman, Acquisition, RaceTrac, CPO, Management

ATLANTA, July 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Employbridge , the largest industrial staffing company in the U.S., has named a new chief people officer (CPO), Whitney Woodward.

Key Points: 
  • ATLANTA, July 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Employbridge , the largest industrial staffing company in the U.S., has named a new chief people officer (CPO), Whitney Woodward.
  • “Our people drive our growth, and there is no better professional to support our people than Whitney.
  • Prior to joining Employbridge, Woodward served as senior vice president and chief people officer for The Aaron’s Company.
  • “Putting relationships first and winning as a team are core Employbridge values,” said Woodward.

Fiduciary Trust International Continues to Expand Presence in Atlanta

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
Professional Services, Finance, Consulting, Asset Management, Banking, Personal Finance, Fiduciary Trust Company International, Psychology, BS, Atlanta metropolitan area, CFA, King & Spalding, MBA, University college, BBA, Bar association, Georgia State University College of Law, Trust, Franklin Templeton Investments, CFA Institute, Campbell University, Sweet Briar College, King, Management, Northern Trust

They are based in Atlanta, GA, a region where Fiduciary Trust International is expanding its presence.

Key Points: 
  • They are based in Atlanta, GA, a region where Fiduciary Trust International is expanding its presence.
  • “The Atlanta region is a terrific wealth management market with many families and institutions that can benefit from our customized investment, trust and estate, and wealth planning services,” said David W. Edmiston, Fiduciary Trust International’s regional managing director for Greater Atlanta.
  • “Allie and Tim are highly respected wealth management professionals with deep experience and strong ties to the Atlanta community.
  • The growing Atlanta hub strengthens Fiduciary Trust International’s East Coast presence from Massachusetts to Florida and west to California.

CHICKEN SALAD CHICK EXPANDS EXECUTIVE TEAM, NAMING ATTORNEY CAROL TERRY AS COMPANY'S FIRST IN-HOUSE COUNSEL

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, February 9, 2023
Organization, Musical theatre, Open Hand, General counsel, Distribution, GE Power, ABB, Character, Chicken Salad Chick, Private practice, Lingo (VoIP Service operator), University, Business, J. Mack Robinson College of Business, Mercer University, GE, Make-A-Wish Foundation, General Electric Company, Volunteering, Georgia State University College of Law, Global Energy Network Institute, Corporate law, Hydro Ottawa, Management

ATLANTA, Feb. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicken Salad Chick , the nation's only fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, has hired attorney Carol Terry as Vice President and General Counsel.

Key Points: 
  • ATLANTA, Feb. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicken Salad Chick , the nation's only fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, has hired attorney Carol Terry as Vice President and General Counsel.
  • In this newly created role, Terry joins the company's executive team as a key business partner reporting directly to Scott Deviney, President and CEO.
  • Following GE's divestiture to Swiss-owned ABB, Ltd., Terry continued supporting the energy industrial segment through integration, before transitioning into private practice.
  • "As Chicken Salad Chick continues to grow throughout the country with new company and franchise locations, we saw the need to add a high-level general counsel to our executive team.

AXA XL adds new Client Relationship Leaders in the Americas

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, November 29, 2022
Growth, Portfolio manager, XL, GCC, Georgia State University College of Law, University, Multimedia, Climate change, Insurance, Negotiation, AXA, Law, Partnership, Risk management, American University, Mid-America Regional Council, Health, Mount Holyoke College, International, Construction, Aon, International studies, Saint John's University, Gulf Cooperation Council, Biophysical environment, Reinsurance, Chubb, Marsh, Science

Commenting on the appointments, Mr. Martin said: "We're excited to welcome Rana and Allan to the team. Our clients are dealing with some big issues -- climate change, inflation, talent, and supply shortages, among others. It's imperative that we're in close contact to deliver optimal solutions now and stay ahead of their future risk management needs. Having seasoned relationship leaders like Rana and Allan will help us deliver on that intention and our promise of partnership in addressing our clients' most complex risks."

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Nov. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AXA XL welcomes two new members to its Client Management Team with the addition of Rana Gillmon as Senior Client Relationship Leader and Allan Jackson as Client Relationship Leader.
  • Both are based in Atlanta and report to James Martin, Head of Client Management for the Americas.
  • Having seasoned relationship leaders like Rana and Allan will help us deliver on that intention and our promise of partnership in addressing our clients' most complex risks."
  • With over 21 years' insurance industry experience, Ms. Gillmon joins AXA XL from Chubb where she held the role of Global Client Executive and managed key client relationships, domestically and globally, in its North America Major Accounts Division.

Georgia Set to Celebrate Intellectual Property Month in October for the Fifth Consecutive Year

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, September 15, 2022
Intellectual property, Fox Theatre (Atlanta), University, Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property, Celebration, Corporation, Law, The arts, Knowledge, Annual general meeting, Learning, IP, Georgia State University College of Law, United States Patent and Trademark Office, Patent, Technology, Ecosystem, Commerce, Conference, Awareness, GIPA, World Intellectual Property Organization, University college, Tutoring, Cable television

ATLANTA, Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Georgia Intellectual Property Alliance (GIPA) is pleased to announce that on August 23, 2022, Governor Kemp signed a proclamation once again declaring that October will be Intellectual Property (IP) Month in Georgia. The proclamation is a recognition of the significant role that IP plays in Georgia's economy, encouraging investment in knowledge and innovation to move society forward and contribute to Georgia's thriving technology and creative media industries. Governor Kemp's declaration helps build awareness of IP across the state of Georgia and supports the ongoing efforts of GIPA and its constituents to improve access to and the functioning of the IP ecosystem for the benefit of all Georgia residents.

Key Points: 
  • ATLANTA, Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Georgia Intellectual Property Alliance (GIPA) is pleased to announce that on August 23, 2022, Governor Kemp signed a proclamation once again declaring that October will be Intellectual Property (IP) Month in Georgia.
  • In honor of IP Month, GIPA will feature numerous events to highlight IP throughout the month of October.
  • Other events through IP Month include:
    CIP CUP (October 3) The 13th annual charity golf tournament at Laurel Springs Golf Club, Suwanee, Georgia, that benefits Georgia Lawyers for the Arts and GIPA.
  • The Georgia Intellectual Property Alliance (GIPA), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2018, is empowering intellectual property to advance society through the creation of a model intellectual property (IP) ecosystem that is accessible to all.

SCYTHE’s Elizabeth Wharton Named Cybersecurity or Privacy Woman Law Professional for 2022 By United Cybersecurity Alliance

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, August 25, 2022
Legal, Online Privacy, Technology, Women, Security, Professional Services, Networks, Internet, Consumer, Data Management, Financial Times and McKinsey Business Book of the Year Award, Composition with Red Blue and Yellow, Georgia State University College of Law, Technology, Female, CEO, Aviation, Work, Security BSides, DEFCON, Privacy, City, Policy, Volunteering, Intelligence, Computer security, Multimedia, Education, Organization, Law, Series, Risk, Woman, Industry, Public policy, Medical device, Risk management, Virginia Tech, SCYTHE, Purple, Operation

SCYTHE , a leader in adversarial emulation, has announced that Elizabeth Wharton, Vice President of Operations, was honored with the Cybersecurity or Privacy Woman Law Professional of the Year for 2022.

Key Points: 
  • SCYTHE , a leader in adversarial emulation, has announced that Elizabeth Wharton, Vice President of Operations, was honored with the Cybersecurity or Privacy Woman Law Professional of the Year for 2022.
  • The award was presented at the Cybersecurity Women of the Year Awards GALA 2022 in Las Vegas which coincided with the 2022 BlackHat, BSides and DefCon conferences.
  • Liz Whartons experience as the technology-focused business advisor and attorney has clearly impressed the CSWY subcommittee and judges, said Carmen Marsh, president and CEO, United Cybersecurity Alliance.
  • We at the United Cybersecurity Alliance and Cybersecurity Woman of the Year, are thrilled to cast the spotlight on the very accomplished Ms. Wharton.

SmithGroup Opens First Southeastern Office in Atlanta

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, July 14, 2022
Culture, Georgia Southern University, Engineering, Education, Architecture, Georgia State University College of Law, Solution, Science, Health care, Risk, Oklahoma State System of Higher Education, Peachtree Street, GLOBE, Southeastern United States, Emory University Hospital, McLeod, SmithGroup, University, Risk management

Atlanta, July 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SmithGroup, one of the nations leading integrated design firms, has opened its first office in the southeastern United States in Atlanta.

Key Points: 
  • Atlanta, July 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SmithGroup, one of the nations leading integrated design firms, has opened its first office in the southeastern United States in Atlanta.
  • The Atlanta office is led by Robert Bull , who also serves as the director of the firms Washington, DC location.
  • Channing McLeod , a principal specializing in healthcare planning and design based in Atlanta, recently joined SmithGroup to help launch an office in the region.
  • The Atlanta office of SmithGroup is located at 999 Peachtree Street NE.

Verity Asset Management Names Jae Di Lorenzo Director of Participant Engagement and Ambassador for New Advisory Services Business Unit: Vynntana™

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, April 27, 2022
Perseverance, Registered investment adviser, Marketing, K-14, VAM, Employment, Wealth management, Insurance, Georgia State University College of Law, John Train (investment advisor), Empowerment, Communication, Law, Retirement, Furman University, CRES, Ambassador, University, Financial adviser, Science, Neuroscience

DURHAM, N.C., April 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Verity Asset Management (VAM), a Registered Investment Advisor, is today pleased to announce the appointment of Jae Di Lorenzo, J.D., CRES, as Director of Participant Engagement and Ambassador for their newly launched business unit, the Plan Governance Platform, Vynntana™. Serving the 403(b) and 457(b) plan space, Vynntana™ is a service providing a comprehensive suite of tools and expert guidance. The platform will support employer sponsors and the non-ERISA retirement vehicles they provide for their eligible K-14 public school, college, church, governmental agency, and non-profit employees.

Key Points: 
  • Serving the 403(b) and 457(b) plan space, Vynntanais a service providing a comprehensive suite of tools and expert guidance.
  • Di Lorenzo joined Verity Asset Management in June 2020, and focuses on improving participant engagement by creating and delivering financial webinars, as well as ensuring the educational materials and communication provided are relevant and easily understood by plan participants.
  • Di Lorenzo will be responsible for messaging, marketing and the production of content designed to encourage participants to take control of their financial success.
  • Founded in 1996, VAM provides a suite of advisory services nationally to investors, employers and other investment advisors.

SCYTHE Expands Cybersecurity Leadership with Key Hires

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, April 27, 2022
Technology, Consulting, Professional Services, Security, Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport, CEO, SXSW, University, Mechanical, Leadership, Founder, Social media, Technology, Georgia State University College of Law, Composition with Red Blue and Yellow, City, Law, Business Executives for National Security, Policy, IOT, ShmooCon, Industry, Multimedia, European Innovation Council, Risk management, Management, Sales, Operation, Virginia Tech, Product, SCYTHE, Purple

SCYTHE , a cybersecurity industry leader in adversarial emulation and breach and attack simulation, today announced that it has added two key members to its senior management team.

Key Points: 
  • SCYTHE , a cybersecurity industry leader in adversarial emulation and breach and attack simulation, today announced that it has added two key members to its senior management team.
  • SCYTHE is committed to diversity and inclusion in the cybersecurity industry.
  • And we are more than thrilled to walk the walk with the appointment of these two accomplished individuals to key leadership roles.
  • The SCYTHE platform enables Red, Blue, and Purple cybersecurity teams to build and emulate real-world adversarial campaigns in a matter of minutes.