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HILL's PET NUTRITION OPENS NEW SMART FACTORY IN TONGANOXIE TO MEET GLOBAL PET OWNER DEMAND FOR SCIENCE-LED NUTRITION

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Monday, October 16, 2023
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TOPEKA, Kan., Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hill's Pet Nutrition, a division of Colgate-Palmolive and a global leader in science-led nutrition, today announced the grand opening of its newest manufacturing plant in Tonganoxie, Kan.

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  • "It's only appropriate that as we celebrate Hill's 75th anniversary, we are able to unveil the next chapter of smart manufacturing innovation in the pet food industry," said John Hazlin, President and CEO of Hill's Pet Nutrition.
  • The new Hill's Tonganoxie plant marks a step change in strategic automation and technological advancements in the pet food industry.
  • "I'm delighted our unique Animal Health Corridor continues to expand, growing our economy and supporting communities like Tonganoxie.
  • While investing in its operations, Hill's Pet Nutrition is committed to making science-led nutritional products in an environmentally responsible manner.

John Trotta Named Midwest District Leader at WSP

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023
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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.

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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.

NCLA Amicus Brief Asks Tenth Circuit to Overturn Intrusive Dog Kennel Inspection Regime

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Wednesday, July 19, 2023
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The Act’s inspection requirement permits the Kansas Department of Agriculture to trespass on people’s property and invade their privacy without first showing probable cause to a judge.

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  • The Act’s inspection requirement permits the Kansas Department of Agriculture to trespass on people’s property and invade their privacy without first showing probable cause to a judge.
  • This licensing and warrantless search regime violates the Fourth Amendment, as well as the fundamental right to free travel and movement.
  • NCLA is asking the Tenth Circuit to reverse the decision below and clarify that the “closely regulated business” exception does not apply to property searches or to the dog handling and training industry.
  • By reversing the district court, the court of appeals can prevent Kansas from using licensing requirements to eliminate this crucial constitutional protection.”

UCare Hires Former KanCare Director for Market Expansion

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023
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UCare , a leading independent, nonprofit health plan, today announced the appointment of former Kansas Medicaid Director Jon Hamdorf to its new role of Market President.

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  • UCare , a leading independent, nonprofit health plan, today announced the appointment of former Kansas Medicaid Director Jon Hamdorf to its new role of Market President.
  • “I’m thrilled to lead the UCare team in Kansas and help fulfill our health plan’s mission of improving health through innovative services and partnerships across communities,” said Hamdorf.
  • UCare can offer a local health plan that addresses the needs of Kansans, eases administrative burden for Kansas health care providers, and creates innovative programs and solutions through community partnerships.
  • Prior to joining UCare, he served in executive roles with a for-profit Medicaid plan and the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, where he served as the Medicaid Director and Director of Health Care Finance.

DSM to Build Next-Generation Premix Manufacturing Plant in the Kansas City Region

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Monday, May 1, 2023
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TONGANOXIE, Kan., May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- DSM, a global purpose-led health and nutrition company, plans to build a next-generation nutritional premix plant in Tonganoxie, Kansas, announced the company and the KC Animal Health Corridor. The new location will supply the pet food industry with high-quality nutritional premixes for use in branded pet food products worldwide. The facility is expected to break ground in July 2023 and be fully operational by early 2025.

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  • TONGANOXIE, Kan., May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- DSM , a global purpose-led health and nutrition company, plans to build a next-generation nutritional premix plant in Tonganoxie, Kansas, announced the company and the KC Animal Health Corridor .
  • "DSM is a welcome addition to Kansas and the Animal Health Corridor," said Kansas Governor Laura Kelly.
  • This will allow DSM to provide the speed and accuracy in high demand by customers in the pet food industry.
  • To learn more about the new facility's industry-leading capabilities and view additional renderings, please visit the DSM at booth 1306 at the Petfood Forum, May 1-3, in Kansas City, Missouri.

Summit Materials Announces Scott Anderson as New Chief Financial Officer

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023
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Summit Materials, Inc. (NYSE: SUM, “Summit” or the “Company”), a leading vertically integrated construction materials company, is pleased to announce the appointment of Scott Anderson as its new Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective March 1, 2023.

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  • Summit Materials, Inc. (NYSE: SUM, “Summit” or the “Company”), a leading vertically integrated construction materials company, is pleased to announce the appointment of Scott Anderson as its new Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective March 1, 2023.
  • In addition to over two decades of industry experience with Hamm and Summit companies, Scott has recently distinguished himself by moving swiftly to deliver on the Elevate Summit goals.
  • As CFO, Anderson will oversee Summit's financial operations and work closely with the executive team to execute the Company's strategic plan, Elevate Summit.
  • "I am honored to take on the CFO role and continue to serve Summit in this new capacity," said Anderson.

Learnsoft Closes $16.7 Million Growth Financing by Elsewhere Partners to Meet Increasing Training Demands for Highly Regulated Industries

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Thursday, September 1, 2022
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SAN DIEGO, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Learnsoft , a technology leader meeting the unique training needs of highly regulated service industries, today announced the close of a $16.7 million Series A round of growth financing led by Elsewhere Partners .

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  • SAN DIEGO, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Learnsoft , a technology leader meeting the unique training needs of highly regulated service industries, today announced the close of a $16.7 million Series A round of growth financing led by Elsewhere Partners .
  • "Utilizing Learnsoft for our statewide learning, training and performance management efforts, we are confident our team is prepared to properly serve our community."
  • Elsewhere Partners will provide support from its deep ecosystem of technology professionals to help Learnsoft navigate its next phase of growth.
  • Learnsoft offers organizations in highly regulated industries comprehensive training technology solutions.

The Rockefeller Foundation's Public Charity Expands Project ACT to Provide At-Risk Communities Nationwide with Free At-Home Covid-19 Tests

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Wednesday, June 29, 2022
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NEW YORK, June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Rockefeller Foundation, through its public charity RF Catalytic Capital (RFCC), announced the nationwide expansion of Project Access Covid Tests (Project ACT) to provide free at-home Covid-19 tests directly to at-risk communities across the United States. After working with health departments in six states to deliver an initial one million tests, RFCC is opening up the program to all U.S. states and territories. Already, health departments in five states – Maine, New Mexico, Kansas, Michigan, and North Carolina – have signed up and committed funding to secure 1.2 million tests. Enrollment for health departments is open through August 31, 2022, with tests to be distributed through the end of February 2023.

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  • Enrollment for health departments is open through August 31, 2022, with tests to be distributed through the end of February 2023.
  • "Project ACT has successfully demonstrated this type of collaborative effort in action.
  • The Rockefeller Foundation provided the initial $7.45 million in January to pilot Project ACT.
  • "Partnering with Project ACT helps us improve access to testing, especially in our communities with historic lack of access to health care."

State and Local Officials Support Construction Kickoff for Bartlett’s $375 Million Soybean Crushing Plant in Southeast Kansas

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Monday, June 20, 2022
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The Bartlett plant will create about 50 permanent jobs when operations commence in early 2024, and support additional jobs and economic activity during construction.

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  • The Bartlett plant will create about 50 permanent jobs when operations commence in early 2024, and support additional jobs and economic activity during construction.
  • Senator for Kansas Jerry Moran, Kansas State Representative Jim Kelly, Director of the Kansas Department of Commerces Office of Rural Prosperity Trisha Purdon, Montgomery County officials, representatives of U.S.
  • Were excited to start construction on our soybean crushing plant in Montgomery County.
  • The facility will be an economic driver in Southeast Kansas and expand markets for local soybean producers and agribusinesses, said Bartlett President Bob Knief.

General Mills Invests $3 Million to Scale Eco-Harvest by Ecosystem Services Market Consortium

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Tuesday, June 7, 2022
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Today, General Mills and Ecosystem Services Market Consortium (ESMC) announced a multi-year roadmap to scale Eco-Harvest, ESMCs market program that recognizes and rewards farmers for beneficial environmental outcomes from regenerative agriculture.

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  • Today, General Mills and Ecosystem Services Market Consortium (ESMC) announced a multi-year roadmap to scale Eco-Harvest, ESMCs market program that recognizes and rewards farmers for beneficial environmental outcomes from regenerative agriculture.
  • The initial $3 million investment from General Mills includes an ESMC grant to support the launch and development of Eco-Harvest and funds to scale regional programs.
  • With our Eco-Harvest market launched, we are excited to partner with General Mills on our joint vision to scale regenerative agriculture outcomes from U.S and Canadian producers using our science-based, standards-based approach, said Debbie Reed, executive director, Ecosystem Services Market Consortium.
  • Ecosystem Services Market Consortium (ESMC) is a non-profit collective action program dedicated to scaling quantified and verified sustainable ecosystem services from agriculture.