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NextCorps Awarded $4.5 Million National Science Foundation Grant to Bolster Innovation in Deep Tech

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023
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ROCHESTER, N.Y., Oct. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NextCorps, a non-profit that helps innovative technology companies launch and grow, announced today that it has been awarded a $4.5 million innovation grant from the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF). The grant (NSF-2334103) will be used to test a replicable model for better supporting the needs of early-stage, deep-tech businesses, improving the commercialization of new innovations, and strengthening economic development within region-specific technology hubs located across the U.S.

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  • ROCHESTER, N.Y., Oct. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NextCorps , a non-profit that helps innovative technology companies launch and grow, announced today that it has been awarded a $4.5 million innovation grant from the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) .
  • To test the model, Binghamton University’s Koffman Southern Tier Incubator will launch a new accelerator for startups working on energy storage applications.
  • “This generous grant from the NSF enables us to share the comprehensive, success-proven accelerator methodologies that we have created over the past two decades.
  • In the last five years alone, the non-profit has served 536 companies, and helped its startup clients raise $562 million in funding.

Fosun International's HSI ESG Rating Upgraded to AA-, Selected as a Constituent Stock of the Hang Seng Corporate Sustainability Index

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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Fosun International Limited (HKEX stock code: 00656, "Fosun International" or the "Company"), with its outstanding sustainability performance, its HSI ESG rating has been upgraded to AA- and has been selected as a constituent stock of the Hang Seng Corporate Sustainability Index for the first time.

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  • Fosun International Limited (HKEX stock code: 00656, "Fosun International" or the "Company"), with its outstanding sustainability performance, its HSI ESG rating has been upgraded to AA- and has been selected as a constituent stock of the Hang Seng Corporate Sustainability Index for the first time.
  • The Hang Seng Sustainability Index selects outstanding companies in the field of sustainability by evaluating Hong Kong-listed companies on seven core indicators, including corporate governance, environment, and fair operating practices.
  • In addition to being selected as a constituent stock of the Hang Seng Corporate Sustainability Index for the first time this year, Fosun International has also been selected as a constituent stock of the Hang Seng ESG 50 Index for three consecutive years, a constituent stock of the Hang Seng Corporate Sustainability Benchmark Index for four consecutive years, and for the first time, a constituent stock of the Hang Seng (Mainland and HK) Corporate Sustainability Index.
  • Furthermore, Fosun International has made consecutive improvements in FTSE Russell ESG rating and has been selected as a constituent stock of the FTSE4Good Index Series for the first time in 2022.

CLLB Law Announces 2023 College Scholarship Winners

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Thursday, September 14, 2023
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"I know that I can handle whatever comes my way," Allison says. She recently challenged herself to get out of her comfort zone by auditioning – successfully -- for the Kentucky Opera children's ensemble for La Boheme.

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  • NEW ALBANY, Ind., Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CLLB Law is proud to announce the winners of their annual essay competition, which awards college scholarships each year to three deserving high school seniors.
  • "This year's winners impressed our firm with their ability to look beyond their own challenges and stay focused on their dreams, even while being of service to others," says Attorney Larry Church of CLLB Law.
  • Allison Crosser of New Albany High School submitted her essay on the topic of Overcoming Learning Disabilities.
  • The attorneys at Church, Langdon, Lopp, Banet Law have years of experience providing quality representation across a range of legal practice areas .

Ivory Coast positions itself as a pioneer of the responsible digital era in West Africa

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023
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This pioneering project in Ivory Coast is an example of leadership in the region, and positions the country as a model in promoting responsible and constructive use of social networks

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  • This pioneering project in Ivory Coast is an example of leadership in the region, and positions the country as a model in promoting responsible and constructive use of social networks
    Abidjan, Ivory Coast, August 16, 2023 – Ivory Coast is positioning itself as a pioneer of the responsible digital era in West Africa with the deployment of an ambitious communications strategy.
  • Spearheaded by Communication and Digital Economy Minister Amadou Coulibaly, the initiative aims to revolutionize the way citizens interact and use social networks.
  • This groundbreaking initiative positions the country as a forerunner in digital awareness and education in West Africa.
  • Speaking at the press conference, Minister Amadou Coulibaly said: "This strategy is an important step in affirming Ivory Coast as a leader in the responsible use of digital technologies.

Automotive News Retail Director Joins The Presidio Group

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Thursday, June 1, 2023
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The Presidio Group LLC (“Presidio”), an independent merchant banking firm focused on mergers and acquisitions, capital raising, and investments in the automotive retail and consumer mobility sectors, announced the addition of longtime automotive journalist and industry veteran Amy Wilson to its Atlanta-based team.

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  • The Presidio Group LLC (“Presidio”), an independent merchant banking firm focused on mergers and acquisitions, capital raising, and investments in the automotive retail and consumer mobility sectors, announced the addition of longtime automotive journalist and industry veteran Amy Wilson to its Atlanta-based team.
  • Wilson joins Presidio as Director of Research and Communications.
  • Most recently at Automotive News, Wilson directed the publication’s automotive retail coverage, overseeing an award-winning team of editors and reporters covering dealers, mergers and acquisitions, finance and insurance and other topics.
  • “She arrives to the group with an impeccable reputation, numerous relationships in automotive retail and a vast knowledge of the industry – from every angle.

Visier Named one of Canada's Top Small & Medium Sized Employers For a Fifth Year in a Row

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023
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VANCOUVER, BC, April 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Visier, the globally recognized leader in people analytics and workforce solutions for people-powered business, was recognized today as one of Canada's Top Small and Medium Employers by Canada's Top 100 Employers at Mediacorp Canada Inc. This is the fifth year in a row Visier has received recognition as one of the best workplaces in Canada.

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  • This is the fifth year in a row Visier has received recognition as one of the best workplaces in Canada.
  • "It's truly an honor to be consistently recognized as one of the best places to work, not only in BC, but across Canada," said Paul Rubenstein, Chief People Officer for Visier.
  • For five straight years Visier has been recognized as one of Canada's Top Small & Medium Employers, previously being awarded the recognition from 2019 through to 2022 along with the title of one of Canada's Top Employers for New Graduates.
  • Now in its 10th year, Canada's Top Small & Medium Employers is an editorial competition that recognizes the small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that offer the nation's best workplaces and forward-thinking human resources policies.

NFRA Awards Competition Encourages March Frozen Food Month 40th Year Celebrations

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023
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HARRISBURG, Pa., Jan. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- 2023 marks the National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Association (NFRA)'s 40th annual celebration of March Frozen Food Month!

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  • HARRISBURG, Pa., Jan. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- 2023 marks the National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Association (NFRA)'s 40th annual celebration of March Frozen Food Month!
  • NFRA has sponsored March Frozen Food Month since its inception and continues to promote the frozen food aisles to consumers by sharing resources with its members throughout the month, including recipes, point-of-sale materials, social content, helpful tips and more.
  • NFRA also administers the Golden Penguin Awards Competition, which honors the best marketing and merchandising in the industry during promotional periods.
  • This national competition is open to organizations of all sizes, including retailers, wholesalers, manufacturers, sales agents, and associations  promoting March Frozen Food Month.

Mattamy Homes Recognized as one of Greater Toronto's Top Employers for the Fifth Year In a Row

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Monday, December 12, 2022
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"Being recognized as one of the Greater Toronto Area's top employers for the fifth straight year is special for us, as the GTA is where it all began for Mattamy, 44 years ago," says Brad Carr, CEO of Mattamy Homes Canada.

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  • "Being recognized as one of the Greater Toronto Area's top employers for the fifth straight year is special for us, as the GTA is where it all began for Mattamy, 44 years ago," says Brad Carr, CEO of Mattamy Homes Canada.
  • "Since Mattamy was founded, it has always been our goal to provide a work culture that supports and inspires our team members.
  • We're pleased to be recognized for the unique work experience we've created and strive to continuously enhance."
  • Now in its 17th year, the Greater Toronto's Top Employers competition is an editorial project that recognizes employers with exceptional human resources programs and forward-thinking workplace policies.

Wolseley Canada Selected as Hamilton-Niagara Top Employer

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Thursday, November 24, 2022
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BURLINGTON, Ontario, Nov. 24, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wolseley Canada has been selected as a Top Employer in Hamilton-Niagara.

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  • BURLINGTON, Ontario, Nov. 24, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wolseley Canada has been selected as a Top Employer in Hamilton-Niagara.
  • This special designation recognizes the employers in the Hamilton-Niagara area of Ontario that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work.
  • We are thrilled with this recognition, says Kim Forgues, Vice President, Human Resources, Wolseley, Canada.
  • To see all the reasons Wolseley was selected, visit the Hamilton-Niagara top employer page, to read about our total rewards, employee discounts, and many other reasons Wolseley is a great place to work!

Bubbies Ice Cream Honored with Four National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Association (NFRA) Golden Penguin Award Wins

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Wednesday, November 2, 2022
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PHOENIX, Nov. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bubbies Ice Cream , the iconic frozen novelty brand best known for its super-premium Mochi Ice Cream, announced today that it has won four 2022 National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Association (NFRA) Golden Penguin Awards.

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  • PHOENIX, Nov. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bubbies Ice Cream , the iconic frozen novelty brand best known for its super-premium Mochi Ice Cream, announced today that it has won four 2022 National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Association (NFRA) Golden Penguin Awards.
  • Bubbies placed Gold in three subcategories within the Summer Favorites Ice Cream Promotion category including Community Involvement, Overall Marketing Campaign Manufacturer, and Social Media Campaign.
  • For more information about Bubbies and its Mochi Ice Cream offerings, visit bubbiesicecream.com/ or follow Bubbies Ice Cream via Facebook , Instagram , and Pinterest .
  • Bubbies Ice Cream is an iconic frozen novelty brand best known for its all natural Mochi Ice Cream innovations.