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Kinsome Wins Social Connection Pitch Competition at Longevity Conference Presented by Mary Furlong & Associates (MFA) and AgeTech Collaborative™ from AARP®

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

BERKELEY, Calif., Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- During the 20th annual What's Next Longevity Venture Summit held on June 14-15, Kinsome by Ophelia captured both the $10,000 judge's award and most votes from the audience during the pitch competition, helping to reduce social isolation and advance engagement for older adults. The conference, produced by Mary Furlong & Associates (MFA), has been gathering investors, entrepreneurs, providers, nonprofits and key leaders in longevity since 2003. The pitch competition was sponsored by the AgeTech Collaborative ™ from AARPÒ.

Key Points: 
  • The conference, produced by Mary Furlong & Associates (MFA), has been gathering investors, entrepreneurs, providers, nonprofits and key leaders in longevity since 2003.
  • The pitch competition was sponsored by the AgeTech Collaborative ™ from AARPÒ.
  • "We are proud to continue our joint effort with the AgeTech Collaborative from AARP on this critical initiative," said Furlong.
  • For others who want to watch the winning pitch as well as other on demand sessions, register here .

Nomination Opens for Directors Of The Year Awards 2023 In the Theme "Transform for a Better Tomorrow"

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023

HONG KONG, June 6, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - The Hong Kong Institute of Directors ("HKIoD") has announced that its annual Directors Of The Year Awards 2023 are now open for nominations.

Key Points: 
  • HONG KONG, June 6, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - The Hong Kong Institute of Directors ("HKIoD") has announced that its annual Directors Of The Year Awards 2023 are now open for nominations.
  • Under the theme of "Transform for a better tomorrow", this year's Awards aim to recognise and honour the exemplary leadership of directors and boards who have steered their companies through the unprecedented challenges brought by the pandemic.
  • Nomination for the Awards will close on 31 July 2023.
  • Director Of The Year Awards 2023 recognises excellence in the following categories:

The 5th Hong Kong Public Relations Awards 2023 Set to Kick Off Soon

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Wednesday, January 4, 2023

HONG KONG, Jan 4, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - The Hong Kong Public Relations Professionals' Association (PRPA) today announces that the 5th Hong Kong Public Relations Awards (HKPRA) will soon kick off and enrolment will open with a briefing session in January 2023.

Key Points: 
  • HONG KONG, Jan 4, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - The Hong Kong Public Relations Professionals' Association (PRPA) today announces that the 5th Hong Kong Public Relations Awards (HKPRA) will soon kick off and enrolment will open with a briefing session in January 2023.
  • As a flagship event for the public relations industry since its inception in 2010, HKPRA aims to recognise organisations, teams and individual public relations practitioners who have planned and executed excellent and highly effective public relations campaigns that have contributed to the organisations they serve.
  • Ms Agnes Hui, President, Hong Kong Public Relations Professionals Association says, "We are excited to announce that HKPRA is back since it was last held in 2018-2019.
  • HKPRA contributes to raising public awareness of the role of public relations in helping organisations achieve their goals through fostering better understanding and improving relations between organisations and their stakeholders.

BMO Helps Women Business Owners Grow the Good with the 2022 BMO Celebrating Women Grant Program

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Wednesday, September 21, 2022

Among banks in Canada, BMO has led the way by establishing a dedicated bank-wide program for women.

Key Points: 
  • Among banks in Canada, BMO has led the way by establishing a dedicated bank-wide program for women.
  • "Through the BMO Celebrating Women Grant Program, we continue to drive our commitment to close the funding gap and provide meaningful capital to women business owners," said Christine Cooper, Head, Canadian Commercial Banking.
  • Through the BMO-owned recognition program for women in North America BMO Celebrating Women BMO celebrates the accomplishments of women who have given back to their communities or achieved success in business.
  • Since 2012, BMO Celebrating Women has honoured more than 240 women in communities across Canada and the United States.

GrowGeneration Announces Social Equity Initiative

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Tuesday, January 18, 2022

This program with H360, gives GrowGeneration a direct method to help new companies grow their businesses.

Key Points: 
  • This program with H360, gives GrowGeneration a direct method to help new companies grow their businesses.
  • "Today we announce NEXTGEN, the first initiative in our goal of supporting social equity and the inclusion of diverse applicants, including minority, women, and veteran entrepreneurs, to identify and empower small cultivators in New Jersey" said Michael Salaman President and co-founder of GrowGen.
  • "We expect over 500 teams to enter this competition, and GrowGeneration will be fully supporting 25 teams.That's over 100 people provided with a full scholarships with H360".
  • GrowGeneration also operates an online superstore for cultivators at growgeneration.com and B2B e-commerce platform, agron.io .

India FinTech Forum Unveils 28 high potential fintech startups for IFTA 2021

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Monday, November 22, 2021

MUMBAI, India, Nov. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- India FinTech Forum, a not for profit fintech advocacy group representing Indian fintech companies, has announced 28 fintech startups who will be showcasing their product demos to a high-profile jury from 23rd November – 25th November 2021 to compete for the Fintech Startup of the Year trophy at the 6th edition of India FinTech Awards (IFTA). 6 innovative fintech companies will compete for the Fintech Scaleup of the Year award. The event will be held online starting on 23rd November 2021 at www.indiafintech.com.

Key Points: 
  • After careful deliberation on numerous strong applications, 28 startups and 6scaleup companieshave been shortlisted to compete at IFTA 2021.
  • The India FinTech Forum is a non-profit initiative that offers a platform for fintech companies to collaborate and voice their opinions on the relevant policy issues.
  • More than 2000 fintech companies and over 25000 individuals who are members of this forum, are dedicated to enhancing the ecosystem to ensure that India leads the global fintech innovation wave.
  • Indian fintech firms have unique opportunities with the India Stack which are not available anywhere else in the world.

India FinTech Forum Unveils 28 high potential fintech startups for IFTA 2021

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Monday, November 22, 2021

MUMBAI, India, Nov. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- India FinTech Forum, a not for profit fintech advocacy group representing Indian fintech companies, has announced 28 fintech startups who will be showcasing their product demos to a high-profile jury from 23rd November – 25th November 2021 to compete for the Fintech Startup of the Year trophy at the 6th edition of India FinTech Awards (IFTA). 6 innovative fintech companies will compete for the Fintech Scaleup of the Year award. The event will be held online starting on 23rd November 2021 at www.indiafintech.com.

Key Points: 
  • After careful deliberation on numerous strong applications, 28 startups and 6scaleup companieshave been shortlisted to compete at IFTA 2021.
  • The India FinTech Forum is a non-profit initiative that offers a platform for fintech companies to collaborate and voice their opinions on the relevant policy issues.
  • More than 2000 fintech companies and over 25000 individuals who are members of this forum, are dedicated to enhancing the ecosystem to ensure that India leads the global fintech innovation wave.
  • Indian fintech firms have unique opportunities with the India Stack which are not available anywhere else in the world.