World Leadership Awards

Guidehouse's Britt Harter and Cara Klansek Win WashingtonExec Pinnacle Awards

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

WASHINGTON, Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Guidehouse, a leading global provider of consulting, digital, and managed services to public sector and commercial clients, is proud to announce that Britt Harter and Cara Klansek, both partners with the firm, have been named 2023 WashingtonExec Pinnacle Award winners. The award recognizes exceptional leadership in achieving critical corporate successes and performance milestones.

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  • Harter named Climate Change Executive of the Year;
    WASHINGTON, Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Guidehouse, a leading global provider of consulting, digital, and managed services to public sector and commercial clients, is proud to announce that Britt Harter and Cara Klansek, both partners with the firm, have been named 2023 WashingtonExec Pinnacle Award winners.
  • Harter, recognized as Climate Change Executive of the Year, leads Sustainability consulting for Guidehouse in North America.
  • "Congratulations to Britt and Cara for these outstanding and well-deserved achievements," said Scott McIntyre, CEO at Guidehouse.
  • Harter specializes in helping organizations accelerate their sustainability journey, with a focus on strategy through implementation.

Guidehouse Executives Honored with Leading for IMPACT Women in Leadership Awards

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Friday, November 10, 2023

WASHINGTON, Nov. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Guidehouse, a leading global provider of consulting and managed services to public sector and commercial clients, is proud to announce that Marguerite Clarkson, PhD, and Cara Klansek, both partners in the firm's Health segment, have been named FORUM 2023 Leading for IMPACT, Women in Leadership Award winners. The prestigious honor recognizes women leading organizations and mission-focused strategic programs across the federal civilian, federal and military health, technology, and consulting communities.

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  • The prestigious honor recognizes women leading organizations and mission-focused strategic programs across the federal civilian, federal and military health, technology, and consulting communities.
  • Clarkson, a PhD neuroscientist, applies a unique scientific perspective to her work supporting the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
  • She is skilled in blending organizational transformation, human capital, change management, and process automation to support her client's strategic priorities.
  • "Marguerite's and Cara's innovative leadership expertise and dedication are invaluable in supporting the missions of our HHS clients," said Sarah Garnett, Guidehouse Public Health leader.

2023 National Disaster Resilience Conference Announces Award Honorees

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

CLEARWATER BEACH, Fla., Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Disaster Resilience Conference (NDRC) today announced its 2023 resilience leadership awards for individuals who champion disaster safety and resilience. The NDRC and nonprofit Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH) will honor the eight individuals today during the award luncheon at its annual gathering in Clearwater Beach, Florida.

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  • CLEARWATER BEACH, Fla., Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Disaster Resilience Conference (NDRC) today announced its 2023 resilience leadership awards for individuals who champion disaster safety and resilience.
  • The Dr. Ernst W. Kiesling Lifetime Achievement Award is reserved for individuals whose lifelong dedication leaves an indelible, positive impact on the disaster safety and resilience movement.
  • The FLASH Partnership Award recognizes a leader whose collaborative nature and dedication foster success and advance disaster resilience.
  • The FLASH Education Award celebrates excellence in educating individuals, communities, and organizations about disaster resilience.

Norton Rose Fulbright continues California growth with employment and labor partner

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

Los Angeles, CA, Oct. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright announced today that employment and labor lawyer Debbie Birndorf has joined its Los Angeles office as a partner.

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  • Los Angeles, CA, Oct. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright announced today that employment and labor lawyer Debbie Birndorf has joined its Los Angeles office as a partner.
  • With more than 30 years of experience, Birndorf was previously the founding and managing partner at Birndorf Law Offices, an employment counselling and litigation boutique representing California employers and executives.
  • Jeff Cody, Norton Rose Fulbright’s US Managing Partner, said:
    “Our Los Angeles office is experiencing exciting growth that we know our clients will appreciate.
  • Debbie is a fantastic lawyer who will enhance our highly regarded employment and labor offering.”
    Shauna Clark, Norton Rose Fulbright’s US Chair and Head of Employment and Labor, commented:
    “Debbie is a dynamic and dedicated lawyer with impressive experience in both litigation and transactional matters.

John Trotta Named Midwest District Leader at WSP

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

CHICAGO, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - John Trotta has been promoted to Midwest district leader at WSP, a leading engineering, environment and professional services consultancy.

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  • CHICAGO, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - John Trotta has been promoted to Midwest district leader at WSP, a leading engineering, environment and professional services consultancy.
  • Trotta, a senior vice president who was recently interim Midwest district leader, has assumed this role on a permanent basis.
  • WSP's Midwest district includes Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Minnesota, Michigan, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota and Wisconsin.
  • In this leadership role, Trotta is responsible for growth and oversight of operations across the district.

ACWA Statement on the Passing of U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein

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Saturday, September 30, 2023

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Sept. 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA) released the following statement today on the passing of longtime U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-CA), who was a champion of California water.

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  • SACRAMENTO, Calif., Sept. 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA) released the following statement today on the passing of longtime U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-CA), who was a champion of California water.
  • “The California water community has lost a friend and one of its greatest champions with the passing of Senator Feinstein.
  • “Senator Feinstein was a legendary advocate for water resources management and has left an extraordinary legacy of leadership in Western water.
  • ACWA sends its heartfelt condolences to the senator’s family, loved ones and staff.”
    “With Senator Feinstein’s passing, ACWA and our members have lost one of the finest leaders ever on California and Western water issues.

JBG SMITH Receives 2023 Leadership Award for Outstanding Commitment to the Advancement of Green Building

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Thursday, September 28, 2023

JBG SMITH (NYSE: JBGS), a leading owner and developer of high-quality, mixed-use properties in the Washington, DC market, was presented today with the Leadership Award for Organizational Excellence by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) at their annual Greenbuild Conference.

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  • JBG SMITH (NYSE: JBGS), a leading owner and developer of high-quality, mixed-use properties in the Washington, DC market, was presented today with the Leadership Award for Organizational Excellence by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) at their annual Greenbuild Conference.
  • The Leadership Award for Organizational Excellence is given to outstanding organizations whose vision, leadership, and commitment have significantly advanced the green building industry.
  • The company has made bold commitments to maintain portfolio-wide carbon neutrality and continues to prioritize and earn LEED certification for its new developments.
  • Added Kim Pexton, Senior Vice President of Sustainability, “The remainder of the decade must be laser-focused on results.

Kip Ritchie Named Chief Executive Officer of Potawatomi Business Development Corporation

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Monday, September 18, 2023

MILWAUKEE, Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Potawatomi Business Development Corporation (PBDC), announced today Kip Ritchie was named Chief Executive Officer of the company. Ritchie is a member of the Forest County Potawatomi Community and has worked with PBDC since its founding in 2002, most recently as Interim CEO, Chief Operating Officer and prior to that, as president of Greenfire Management Services, a PBDC subsidiary company.

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  • Ritchie is a member of the Forest County Potawatomi Community and has worked with PBDC since its founding in 2002.
  • MILWAUKEE, Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Potawatomi Business Development Corporation (PBDC), announced today Kip Ritchie was named Chief Executive Officer of the company.
  • Ritchie is a member of the Forest County Potawatomi Community and has worked with PBDC since its founding in 2002, most recently as Interim CEO, Chief Operating Officer and prior to that, as president of Greenfire Management Services, a PBDC subsidiary company.
  • The PBDC was established in 2002 as the economic development and income diversification business of the Forest County Potawatomi Community (FCPC).

Alnoba Environmental Leadership Awards 2023 Honor Bold Environmental Justice Leaders

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

KENSINGTON, N.H., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Alnoba Environmental Leadership Awards, presented by the Alnoba Lewis Family Foundation, honor courageous leaders who are taking bold action for environmental justice and a more sustainable future. The Foundation announced that the first award, the Alan E. Lewis Moral Courage in Leadership Award, will be presented to Bradley M. Campbell, president of Conservation Law Foundation.

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  • Conservation Law Foundation's Brad Campbell honored with Alan E. Lewis Moral Courage in Leadership Award
    KENSINGTON, N.H., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Alnoba Environmental Leadership Awards , presented by the Alnoba Lewis Family Foundation , honor courageous leaders who are taking bold action for environmental justice and a more sustainable future.
  • Harriet and Alan Lewis launched the Alnoba Environmental Leadership Awards in 2018 to honor brave and brilliant leaders whose courage, wisdom or potential inspire us to act more boldly for environmental justice.
  • The awards will be presented at the Alnoba Environmental Leadership Awards Dinner on October 4, 2023, in partnership with the Conservation Law Foundation, TimberHP, UNH Sustainability Institute, New England Biolabs Foundation and the Forest Society.
  • For more information about Alnoba or the Alnoba Environmental Leadership Awards, visit www.alnoba.org .

Kori Krill Oil Receives Visionary Leadership Award for Eco-Friendly Sourcing

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023

NEW YORK, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kori Krill Oil's Antarctic krill fishery is now one of the world's most sustainably managed eco-friendly fisheries. [See full press release.]

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  • Emerging Enterprise News presents the Visionary Leadership Award to Kori Krill Oil in recognition of its initiative and leadership in utilizing the most eco-friendly operations to protect present and future Antarctic krill populations.
  • NEW YORK, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kori Krill Oil's Antarctic krill fishery is now one of the world's most sustainably managed eco-friendly fisheries.
  • Companies harvest Antarctic krill for their oil, a potent source of bioactive DHA and EPA omega-3 phospholipids .
  • Kori Krill Oil and Aker BioMarine: An Eco-Friendly Collaboration
    Kori Krill Oil partners with Aker BioMarine , a Norwegian biotech innovator and Antarctic krill-harvesting company.