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Inspira Health Announces Promotion of Robin A. Walton to Chief Philanthropy Officer and Senior Vice President of External Affairs

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Friday, February 2, 2024
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Inspira Health today announced the promotion of Robin A. Walton to the role of Chief Philanthropy Officer and Senior Vice President, External Affairs, effective February 1, 2024.

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  • Inspira Health today announced the promotion of Robin A. Walton to the role of Chief Philanthropy Officer and Senior Vice President, External Affairs, effective February 1, 2024.
  • Walton will take on the responsibilities of the retiring Peter Kaprielyan, who served as senior vice president of the Inspira Foundation for the last decade.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240202144100/en/
    Robin A. Walton was appointed to Chief Philanthropy Officer and Senior Vice President of External Affairs.
  • Prior to her promotion, Walton served as senior vice president of government and external affairs at Inspira Health since August 30, 2021, where she established a record of forging strong, collaborative relationships with political representatives and government officials at the local, regional, and state levels.

Public Affairs Council President Doug Pinkham to Retire at End of 2024

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Pinkham, who is only the third person to lead the Council since it was formed in 1954 as the Effective Citizens Organization, was hired in 1997 to expand Council services, increase the organization's membership and raise the profile of the public affairs profession in the U.S. and around the world. During his tenure, Pinkham has grown the Council to the organization it is today — the foremost public affairs membership organization in the world.

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  • The Public Affairs Council (the Council) announced today that President and CEO Douglas G. Pinkham, who has led the organization for the past 27 years, will retire at the end of 2024.
  • "Doug has been an effective and thoughtful leader of the Council for nearly three decades, and his efforts have greatly strengthened the role of the public affairs function," said Public Affairs Council Chair Roi L. Ewell.
  • Prior to joining the Public Affairs Council, Pinkham served as vice president of communications for the American Gas Association.
  • The Public Affairs Council plans to provide additional information regarding the search process for its next President in the coming months.

Otherweb Adds Local News Feature to AI News-Filtering Platform, Giving 5.5M Users More Control

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023
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A poll by the Public Affairs Council shows 47% of Americans have little or no trust in the news media.

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  • A poll by the Public Affairs Council shows 47% of Americans have little or no trust in the news media.
  • More than 5.5 million users around the world have turned to Otherweb , a platform that filters out junk and removes bias, so they can consume more trustworthy news.
  • Local news is available within a dedicated section, and users will also see it interspersed with national content in their general feeds.
  • Otherweb has more features in development to support the growing community of users across the globe.

Poll: Americans Concerned About Honesty, Openness of 2024 Elections

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The annual Public Affairs Pulse survey of 2,219 adults, conducted Sept. 1-3, 2023, also explored the most trusted sources of political information, how Democrats and Republicans compare in their support of corporate involvement in social issues, and the most acceptable forms of campaign finance.

Key Points: 
  • A new Public Affairs Council/Morning Consult poll found that Americans are concerned about the integrity of the 2024 elections, with just over one-third (37%) believing the elections will be both honest and open to all eligible voters.
  • "After two disruptive presidential election cycles, Americans are apprehensive as we enter the campaign season for the 2024 elections"
    Just 37% of Americans believed the 2024 elections will be both honest and open to rightful voters, while 43% had serious doubts about honesty or openness or both.
  • 63% of the public said disinformation will be a factor in the outcome of the elections.
  • "After two disruptive presidential election cycles, Americans are apprehensive as we enter the campaign season for the 2024 elections," said Public Affairs President Doug Pinkham.

Foundation for Public Affairs Announces Inaugural Class of Hogans Fellows, a Diversity-Focused Cohort

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Friday, April 14, 2023
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WASHINGTON, April 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Foundation for Public Affairs is pleased to announce the inaugural class of Hogans Fellows. The Hogans Fellowship program was developed to focus on the retention and advancement of emerging leaders in public affairs. The 12 Fellows selected from nearly 100 applicants have diverse backgrounds, identities and professional experiences, each bringing unique skills to help strengthen the profession.

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  • "We had an outstanding group of applicants for the inaugural class," said Amy Meli, executive director of the Foundation for Public Affairs.
  • "The enthusiastic response shows how important a program like this is for the public affairs community.
  • "Our research shows the percentage of public affairs function staff who are people of color is just 20%, and that the pipeline to executive positions for those individuals is moving too slowly," noted Erica Harris, manager, social impact practice, Public Affairs Council.
  • "The Hogans Fellowship looks to strengthen that pipeline and to ensure that diverse voices, talents and perspectives are heard."

CAI Awarded Prestigious Public Affairs Council Award for Condominium Safety Policy Response and Initiatives

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Thursday, February 9, 2023
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Falls Church, Va., Feb. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Community Associations Institute (CAI) is honored to receive the 2022 Lobbying Strategy Innovation Award for its condominium safety policy response and initiatives by the Public Affairs Council (PAC).

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  • Falls Church, Va., Feb. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Community Associations Institute (CAI) is honored to receive the 2022 Lobbying Strategy Innovation Award for its condominium safety policy response and initiatives by the Public Affairs Council (PAC).
  • Following the tragic partial collapse of Champlain Towers South condominium in Surfside, Fla., in June 2021, CAI released its Condominium Safety Public Policy Report .
  • The Condominium Safety Public Policy Report provides extensive policy positions and recommendations in reserve studies and funding, building maintenance, and structural integrity.
  • For more information on CAI’s condominium safety policy response and resources to the tragic Champlain Towers South condominium collapse, visit www.condosafety.com .

Makini Nyanteh Named Senior Vice President and Chief Communications Officer for the American Institutes for Research

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Monday, October 24, 2022
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Arlington, Va., Oct. 24, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Makini Nyanteh , a veteran communications leader who has worked in the private, public and non-profit sectors, has been named senior vice president and chief communications officer for the American Institutes for Research (AIR).

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  • Arlington, Va., Oct. 24, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Makini Nyanteh , a veteran communications leader who has worked in the private, public and non-profit sectors, has been named senior vice president and chief communications officer for the American Institutes for Research (AIR).
  • Makini Nyanteh has been a game changer for AIR.
  • Nyanteh joined AIR in 2017 and has driven AIRs brand and content strategy, public affairs, digital media, government outreach, internal and executive communications, publications and marketing.
  • Nyanteh, reporting directly to the President and CEO, is a member of AIRs executive leadership team and serves as the most senior communications advisor to AIRs Board of Directors .

NEWSOM SIGNS TEAMSTER-BACKED BILL CRACKING DOWN ON UNION BUSTING

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Friday, October 14, 2022
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SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Teamsters Joint Council 7 is lauding California Gov. Gavin Newsom's recent signing of groundbreaking legislation that will significantly increase enforcement of labor laws prohibiting union busting in the public sector. Senate Bill 931 was principally sponsored by the California Teamsters Public Affairs Council and co-sponsored by the California Labor Federation, SEIU State Council, and AFSCME California.

Key Points: 
  • Gavin Newsom's recent signing of groundbreaking legislation that will significantly increase enforcement of labor laws prohibiting union busting in the public sector.
  • Senate Bill 931 was principally sponsored by the California Teamsters Public Affairs Council and co-sponsored by the California Labor Federation, SEIU State Council, and AFSCME California.
  • The new law imposes significant penalties on public employers for unlawfully attempting to deter or discourage employees from joining or participating in a union.
  • "California is taking a step in the right direction by cracking down on illegal union busting, and there's opportunity for more states to follow this model to protect workers from predatory employers."

Teross Young Receives Georgia Food Industry Association’s Legacy Award for Commitment to Industry and Community

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Wednesday, August 31, 2022
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QUNICY, Mass., Aug. 31, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Teross Young, Vice President, Government and Regulatory Affairs for Ahold Delhaize USA, recently received the Georgia Food Industry Associations (GFIA) 2022 Legacy Award, which was presented at the organizations 2022 convention in Orlando, Fla.

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  • QUNICY, Mass., Aug. 31, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Teross Young, Vice President, Government and Regulatory Affairs for Ahold Delhaize USA, recently received the Georgia Food Industry Associations (GFIA) 2022 Legacy Award, which was presented at the organizations 2022 convention in Orlando, Fla.
  • The award is presented each year to honor an individual who has made a measurable difference in their community and to the food industry.
  • I was surprised and amazed that my peers in the organization and industry would recognize the work Ive done over the past 20 years, Young said.
  • In addition to his professional and board service, Young volunteers with his church, fraternity and in his local community.

Walgreens Boots Alliance Names Alethia Jackson Senior Vice President, ESG and Chief DEI Officer

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Tuesday, August 30, 2022
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Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (Nasdaq: WBA) today announced that Alethia Jackson has been named senior vice president, ESG (environmental, social and governance) and chief DEI (diversity, equity and inclusion) officer for the U.S. Jackson most recently served as vice president, federal government relations for Walgreens, and will assume her new role Oct. 1.

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  • Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (Nasdaq: WBA) today announced that Alethia Jackson has been named senior vice president, ESG (environmental, social and governance) and chief DEI (diversity, equity and inclusion) officer for the U.S. Jackson most recently served as vice president, federal government relations for Walgreens, and will assume her new role Oct. 1.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220830005857/en/
    Alethia Jackson, SVP, ESG and Chief DEI Officer, Walgreens Boots Alliance.
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    She will report to Holly May, executive vice president and global chief human resources officer, Walgreens Boots Alliance.
  • Una Kent, vice president of ESG international, will continue in her role driving ESG efforts, including DEI for the international segment, partnering closely with Jackson.