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Global Humane Launches Humane Tourism Certification Program

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

WASHINGTON, Oct. 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global Humane has extended its conservation impact with a new Humane Tourism™ program.

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  • WASHINGTON, Oct. 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global Humane has extended its conservation impact with a new Humane Tourism™ program.
  • As millions of people worldwide seek opportunities to connect with Earth’s majestic wildlife, Global Humane has identified an opportunity to apply our expertise in animal welfare and create a unique certification program in humane tourism.
  • Mantis, a leading conservation-focused hotel brand within the Accor group has attained the first Global Humane Certified™ designation for Humane Tourism™ at four select locations.
  • “We are thrilled that Mantis has met the standards to attain the first Global Humane Tourism certification,” said Dr. Robin Ganzert, President and CEO Global Humane.

Global Humane Launches Humane Tourism™ Certification Program

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

WASHINGTON, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Humane has extended its conservation impact with a new Humane Tourism™ program. As millions of people worldwide seek opportunities to connect with Earth's majestic wildlife, Global Humane has identified an opportunity to apply our expertise in animal welfare and create a unique certification program in humane tourism.

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  • Mantis, a leading hotel eco-brand within the Accor Group, is the first to receive the prestigious designation
    WASHINGTON, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Humane has extended its conservation impact with a new Humane Tourism™ program.
  • As millions of people worldwide seek opportunities to connect with Earth's majestic wildlife, Global Humane has identified an opportunity to apply our expertise in animal welfare and create a unique certification program in humane tourism.
  • Mantis, a leading conservation-focused hotel brand within the Accor group has attained the first Global Humane Certified™ designation for Humane Tourism™ at four select locations.
  • "We are thrilled that Mantis has met the standards to attain the first Global Humane Tourism certification," said Dr. Robin Ganzert, President and CEO Global Humane.

Fisher Investments Reviews its 2023 Top Workplace in Oregon and SW Washington Award

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Monday, September 25, 2023

PLANO, Texas, Sept. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fisher Investments reviews its recognition on The Oregonian's list of Top Workplaces in Oregon and SW Washington for the seventh consecutive year. In partnership with Energage, The Oregonian selected Fisher Investments based on anonymous employee feedback from the firm's Camas, Washington-based employees.

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  • PLANO, Texas, Sept. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fisher Investments reviews its recognition on The Oregonian's list of Top Workplaces in Oregon and SW Washington for the seventh consecutive year.
  • In partnership with Energage, The Oregonian selected Fisher Investments based on anonymous employee feedback from the firm's Camas, Washington-based employees.
  • "We are thrilled to be named a Top Workplace in the Oregon and southwest Washington regions for the seventh consecutive year," said Fisher Investments CEO Damian Ornani .
  • This award reflects our unwavering commitment to cultivate a positive workplace culture where every employee can thrive."

Global Humane Awards Prof. Theo B. Pagel with the 2023 Wolfgang Kiessling International Prize for Species Conservation

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Friday, September 15, 2023

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global Humane has awarded Prof. Theo B. Pagel, CEO of the Cologne Zoo in Germany, with the 2023 Wolfgang Kiessling International Prize for Species Conservation.

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  • WASHINGTON, Sept. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global Humane has awarded Prof. Theo B. Pagel, CEO of the Cologne Zoo in Germany, with the 2023 Wolfgang Kiessling International Prize for Species Conservation.
  • This award was created in honor of Wolfgang F. Kiessling, the founder of Loro Parque and a global leader in conservation.
  • Global Humane’s Wolfgang Kiessling International Prize for Species Conservation seeks to recognize those leading conservation scientists who are making positive and meaningful changes in the fields of conservation and species preservation.
  • His ability to bring people together to make positive change for nature is inspiring,” said Dr. Robin Ganzert, president and CEO of Global Humane.

Global Humane Awards Prof. Theo B. Pagel with the 2023 Wolfgang Kiessling International Prize for Species Conservation

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023

WASHINGTON, Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Humane has awarded Prof. Theo B. Pagel, CEO of the Cologne Zoo in Germany, with the 2023 Wolfgang Kiessling International Prize for Species Conservation. This award was created in honor of Wolfgang F. Kiessling, the founder of Loro Parque and a global leader in conservation.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Humane has awarded Prof. Theo B. Pagel, CEO of the Cologne Zoo in Germany, with the 2023 Wolfgang Kiessling International Prize for Species Conservation.
  • This award was created in honor of Wolfgang F. Kiessling, the founder of Loro Parque and a global leader in conservation.
  • Global Humane's Wolfgang Kiessling International Prize for Species Conservation seeks to recognize those leading conservation scientists who are making positive and meaningful changes in the fields of conservation and species preservation.
  • "We are so pleased to honor him with the Kiessling Prize as a hero for our planet and its animals."

First SeaWorld Park Outside of the U.S. Now Open Bringing Inspiring Animal Encounters, Educational Programs and Marine-life Attractions to a New Region of the World

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla., May 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SeaWorld is proud to announce that SeaWorld®Yas Island, Abu Dhabi is now open, extending the mission of marine animal conservation, education and inspiration to the UAE region.  The park opening is also a significant milestone for SeaWorld as the first location outside of the U.S., the first marine life theme park in the UAE region, and the first new SeaWorld park in more than 30 years. Opened in February and adjacent to the park, Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue is the first dedicated marine rescue and rehabilitation center in the UAE. Both facilities are animal welfare certified by Global Humane, the international brand of American Humane. SeaWorld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi's zoological, conservation and educational efforts are informed by nearly 60 years of SeaWorld's world-class animal care experience at its U.S. parks in Orlando, San Antonio, and San Diego. As the first marine life theme park in the region, SeaWorld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi will allow guests to experience up-close animal encounters, educational programs marine-life themed rides and attractions that will engage guests to care about marine life.

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  • The park opening is also a significant milestone for SeaWorld as the first location outside of the U.S., the first marine life theme park in the UAE region, and the first new SeaWorld park in more than 30 years.
  • Opened in February and adjacent to the park, Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue is the first dedicated marine rescue and rehabilitation center in the UAE.
  • As the first marine life theme park in the region, SeaWorld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi will allow guests to experience up-close animal encounters, educational programs marine-life themed rides and attractions that will engage guests to care about marine life.
  • Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of Miral, said, "Today, we have made history by launching SeaWorld Abu Dhabi on Yas Island.

Global Humane Provides Animal Welfare Certification to SeaWorld® Yas Island, Abu Dhabi and Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023

Rigorous certification standards help to verify the high level of animal welfare provided by SeaWorld Abu Dhabi.

Key Points: 
  • Rigorous certification standards help to verify the high level of animal welfare provided by SeaWorld Abu Dhabi.
  • The event took place at the National Press Club and included remarks from SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment; owner and operator of SeaWorld Yas Island Abu Dhabi, Miral; and Global Humane celebrating the milestone for animal welfare.
  • “We are thrilled that SeaWorld Abu Dhabi and Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue have joined their U.S. counterparts in meeting the standards to become Global Humane Certified,” said Dr. Robin Ganzert, President and CEO of American Humane.
  • Our partnership with SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment and our certification by Global Humane reinforces our dedication to raising the standard for animal welfare in the region."

Fisher Investments Recognized for Excellence in Early Career Hiring

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Friday, March 17, 2023

CAMAS, Wash., March 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fisher Investments, one of the world's largest independent, fee-only investment advisers, was named a 2023 Campus Forward Award winner by RippleMatch, marking the second consecutive year the firm has been recognized for excellence in early career hiring.

Key Points: 
  • CAMAS, Wash., March 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fisher Investments , one of the world's largest independent, fee-only investment advisers, was named a 2023 Campus Forward Award winner by RippleMatch, marking the second consecutive year the firm has been recognized for excellence in early career hiring.
  • Campus Forward Award winners were selected for their commitment to seeking out and hiring early career talent, their emphasis on diversity and inclusion, and investments in nurturing and retaining the next generation of talent.
  • Fisher Investments was recognized in the Mid-Size Career Programs category.
  • To be considered, early-career hiring teams must fill out a detailed application about their recruitment strategies, candidate experience, early career programs, and equitable hiring processes.

Fisher Investments Recognized on 2023 Best Places to Work in Technology List

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Friday, March 17, 2023

PLANO, Texas, March 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fisher Investments , one of the world's largest independent, fee-only investment advisers, was named to Built In.com's 2023 100 Best Places to Work in Technology list for the Dallas, Texas region.

Key Points: 
  • PLANO, Texas, March 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fisher Investments , one of the world's largest independent, fee-only investment advisers, was named to Built In.com's 2023 100 Best Places to Work in Technology list for the Dallas, Texas region.
  • Built In.com, a global technology career platform, recognizes companies who offer the best total rewards programs among their peers.
  • The Built In Best Places to Work recognition is the latest honor for Fisher Investments in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
  • In 2022, The Dallas Morning News named Fisher Investments to its Top 100 Places to Work in the Dallas-Fort Worth area .

Fisher Investments Named to 2023 Great Workplaces List

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Friday, March 17, 2023

CAMAS, Wash., March 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fisher Investments, one of the world's largest independent, fee-only investment advisers, earned Great Place to Work® Certification in 2023 for the sixth consecutive year. Great Place to Work® anonymously surveyed Fisher Investments employees as part of its comprehensive review process. The survey measured several factors including compensation, manager quality, overall workplace atmosphere and the pride that employees feel working for Fisher Investments.

Key Points: 
  • CAMAS, Wash., March 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fisher Investments , one of the world's largest independent, fee-only investment advisers, earned Great Place to Work® Certification in 2023 for the sixth consecutive year.
  • Great Place to Work® anonymously surveyed Fisher Investments employees as part of its comprehensive review process.
  • The survey measured several factors including compensation, manager quality, overall workplace atmosphere and the pride that employees feel working for Fisher Investments.
  • "We take great pride in receiving the Great Place to Work® Certification for the sixth straight year," remarked Greg Miramontes, Fisher Investments' Executive Vice President of Global Human Capital.