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Bruce Sherman, Chairman and Principal Owner of the Miami Marlins, to Receive 2024 Horatio Alger Award

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

WASHINGTON, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans, Inc., a nonprofit educational organization honoring the achievements of outstanding individuals and encouraging youth to pursue their dreams through higher education, today announced that Bruce S. Sherman, chairman and principal owner of the Miami Marlins, has been selected for membership in this prestigious organization. Mr. Sherman joins 10 other exceptional business, civic and cultural leaders from across North America in receiving 2024 honors. For more than 75 years, the Horatio Alger Award has been annually bestowed upon esteemed individuals who have succeeded despite facing adversities, and who have remained committed to higher education and charitable efforts in their communities. 

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  • In 2017, he became the chairman and principal owner of the Miami Marlins, a Major League Baseball team.
  • "It is our utmost honor to present the Horatio Alger Award to these 11 outstanding leaders who have exemplified perseverance, passion and a deep appreciation for higher education," said James F. Dicke II, chairman, Horatio Alger Association and 2015 Horatio Alger Award recipient.
  • Mr. Sherman and the Member Class of 2024 will be formally inducted into the Association on April 4-6, 2024, during the Association's annual Horatio Alger Award Induction Ceremonies in Washington, D.C.
  • For more information about Horatio Alger Association and its Member Class of 2024, please visit www.horatioalger.org and follow the organization on Facebook , X , LinkedIn and Instagram .

Industrialist and Renewable Energy Pioneer Recognized Among Texas Tech University's Distinguished Alumni for 2023

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Tuesday, January 2, 2024

DALLAS, Jan. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Texas Tech University's Alumni Association has named John B. Billingsly, Jr., lifelong entrepreneur and founder of one of America's largest renewable energy companies, as one of its Distinguished Alumni for 2023.

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  • DALLAS, Jan. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Texas Tech University's Alumni Association has named John B. Billingsly, Jr., lifelong entrepreneur and founder of one of America's largest renewable energy companies, as one of its Distinguished Alumni for 2023.
  • The award, now in its 57th year, is the highest honor that Texas Tech University's Alumni Association can bestow, honoring the most prestigious graduates of Texas Tech University for their professional achievements, contributions to society and support of the university.
  • "You will find Texas Tech alumni making contributions on the world stage, from Super Bowl quarterback Patrick Mahomes to General Charles Q.
  • After selling Tri Global Energy, Billingsley launched JBB Advanced Technologies, a holding company focused on today's cutting-edge technologies including artificial intelligence, blockchain, and renewable energy.

Janus Henderson Announces Appointment of Leslie F. Seidman to Board of Directors

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023

Janus Henderson Group plc (NYSE/ASX: JHG) (“Janus Henderson” or the “Company”) today announced that Leslie F. Seidman has been appointed to serve as an independent director on the Board of the Company, effective June 1, 2023.

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  • Janus Henderson Group plc (NYSE/ASX: JHG) (“Janus Henderson” or the “Company”) today announced that Leslie F. Seidman has been appointed to serve as an independent director on the Board of the Company, effective June 1, 2023.
  • Ms. Seidman will also serve as Chair of the Audit Committee and as a member of the Governance and Nominations Committee.
  • Ms. Seidman has over 30 years of experience in the accounting profession, serving as a member of the Financial Accounting Standards Board from 2003 to 2013 and as Chair for the last three years of her term.
  • John Cassaday, Chair of the Janus Henderson Board of Directors, said:
    “We are delighted to welcome Leslie Seidman to Janus Henderson as an independent director on the Board and as Chair of the Audit Committee.

Custodian Property Income REIT plc: Appointment of Non-Executive Director

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023

Custodian Property Income REIT plc: Appointment of Non-Executive Director

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  • Custodian Property Income REIT plc: Appointment of Non-Executive Director
    Custodian Property Income REIT (LSE: CREI), which seeks to deliver a strong income return by investing in a diversified portfolio of smaller regional properties across the UK, is pleased to announce the appointment of David MacLellan as an Independent Non-Executive Director of the Company, with effect from today.
  • During his executive career David was an Executive Director of Aberdeen Asset Management plc (“Aberdeen”) following its purchase of Murray Johnstone Limited (“MJ”) in 2000.
  • He was also Chair of Britannic UK Income Fund for 12 years until 2013 as well as a director of a number of private equity backed businesses.
  • Commenting on the appointment, Elizabeth McMeikan, Senior Independent Director of Custodian Property Income REIT, said:
    “David brings a wealth of highly relevant but complementary experiences which strengthen the Board’s finance, investment company and governance experience.

Max Solutions Announces Investment in Second Manufacturing Facility; Hires Richard O’Leary as Chief Financial Officer

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Thursday, May 19, 2022

Max Solutions, Inc. (Max Solutions or The Company) today announced Richard OLeary has been appointed Chief Financial Officer, effective May 1, 2022.

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  • Max Solutions, Inc. (Max Solutions or The Company) today announced Richard OLeary has been appointed Chief Financial Officer, effective May 1, 2022.
  • It will be Max Solutions second manufacturing facility, covering 150,000-square feet with state-of-the-art technology to meet growing market demands.
  • Max Solutions first manufacturing facility is located in Bristol, PA and will begin production in July.
  • Founded in November 2021, Max Solutions provides a differentiated specialty packaging platform to a wide range of customers in the health care and consumer industries.

Broadway Financial Corporation Announces the Election of Mr. John Driver to the Board of Directors

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Friday, May 13, 2022

Broadway Financial Corporation (Broadway or the Company) (NASDAQ Capital Market: BYFC) announced today that the Board of Directors (the Board) of Broadway elected Mr. John Driver to the Board, effective May 13, 2022, to fill a vacancy on the Board.

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  • Broadway Financial Corporation (Broadway or the Company) (NASDAQ Capital Market: BYFC) announced today that the Board of Directors (the Board) of Broadway elected Mr. John Driver to the Board, effective May 13, 2022, to fill a vacancy on the Board.
  • Mr. Driver began his professional career as an auditor for Arthur Young & Co. (now Ernst & Young) and financial analyst at Hewlett-Packard.
  • Chief Executive Officer, Brian Argrett, commented, We are very pleased to announce that Mr. Driver has joined the Board of Broadway and the Bank.
  • Stockholders, analysts, and others seeking information about the Company are invited to write to: Broadway Financial Corporation, Investor Relations, 4601 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 150, Los Angeles, CA 90010.

Janet Estep, Jill Schurtz, and Mary Zimmer Join Board of Directors for Alerus Financial Corporation

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Thursday, October 21, 2021

Alerus Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: ALRS) (the Company) is honored to announce the addition of Janet O. Estep, Jill E. Schurtz, and Mary E. Zimmer to its board of directors.

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  • Alerus Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: ALRS) (the Company) is honored to announce the addition of Janet O. Estep, Jill E. Schurtz, and Mary E. Zimmer to its board of directors.
  • We are fortunate to have three distinguished professionals join our board, said Alerus Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer Randy Newman.
  • Janet, Jill, and Mary bring diverse backgrounds and a breadth of experience that will benefit our companys long-term growth strategy.
  • Alerus Financial Corporation is a diversified financial services company headquartered in Grand Forks, N.D.