University of Louisville College of Business

VIA Institute on Character Welcomes Vice President of Marketing

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Tuesday, January 24, 2023
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CINCINNATI, Jan. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- VIA Institute on Character (VIA®) today announced that Kellie Cummings has been named as its first vice president of marketing. In this role, Cummings will oversee brand strategy, relationships with business partners, and omnichannel marketing communications. She will lead a team of talented marketing and analytics experts who share a passion for elevating human well-being through the use of character strengths.

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  • VIA Institute on Character (VIA®) today announced that Kellie Cummings has been named as its first vice president of marketing.
  • Cummings will oversee brand strategy, relationships with business partners, and omnichannel marketing communications as the nonprofit expands its focus on character strengths development worldwide.
  • CINCINNATI, Jan. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- VIA Institute on Character (VIA®) today announced that Kellie Cummings has been named as its first vice president of marketing.
  • She will lead a team of talented marketing and analytics experts who share a passion for elevating human well-being through the use of character strengths.

HSG Advisors Expands Consulting Services and Data Analytics Capabilities in Response to National Outpatient Utilization Trends

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023
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LOUISVILLE, Ky., Jan. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HSG Advisors, a national healthcare consulting firm, has expanded its consulting services and data analytics capabilities to address changing strategies for healthcare systems and hospitals as outpatient utilization trends continue to shift.

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  • LOUISVILLE, Ky., Jan. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HSG Advisors, a national healthcare consulting firm, has expanded its consulting services and data analytics capabilities to address changing strategies for healthcare systems and hospitals as outpatient utilization trends continue to shift.
  • HSG Advisors' Claims Data Analytics services are designed to provide key insights that inform strategic growth so organizations can better serve their markets and improve their bottom line.
  • HSG Advisors' Claims Data Analytics service allows healthcare organizations to gain a more in-depth understanding of their competitors and the dynamics of their specific market to support organizational growth objectives.
  • As part of the consulting service expansion, HSG Advisors welcomes three new experts to its Claim Data Analytics practice.

Authority Brands Promotes Franchise Industry Leader Heather McLeod to Chief Growth Officer

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Thursday, December 1, 2022
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COLUMBIA, Md., Dec. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Authority Brands, a premier home service franchisor in North America, announced the promotion of vital team member Heather McLeod from Chief Marketing Officer to Chief Growth Officer, effective immediately. In the newly created position, McLeod will be responsible for leading growth strategies within the company including marketing and franchise development initiatives.

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  • COLUMBIA, Md., Dec. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Authority Brands ,a premier home service franchisor in North America, announced the promotion of vital team member Heather McLeod from Chief Marketing Officer to Chief Growth Officer, effective immediately.
  • Serving as Chief Marketing Officer since 2017, Heather McLeod was tapped for the newly developed role.
  • "Since her first day with the company Heather has played an integral role in growing our Authority Brands profile.
  • Authority Brands is dedicated to supporting individual franchise owner growth by providing strong marketing, technology, and operational support.

University of Louisville Taps Data Science and AI to Help Prospective MBA Students Predict the ROI of an MBA Degree

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Thursday, December 1, 2022
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LOUISVILLE, Ky., Dec. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of Louisville (UofL) College of Business today announced the launch of a new initiative that will enable students to forecast the labor market value of earning a graduate business degree. In collaboration with Seattle-based data science startup AstrumU, the UofL College of Business is pioneering the use of a new machine learning tool to offer insight into the professional outcomes that a UofL MBA degree holder can expect to see upon graduation.

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  • AstrumU brings that same tailored experience to students considering graduate business education and helps them to make informed decisions about the pathways they'd like to pursue."
  • Using the same data, admissions counselors can personalize their communications with prospective students and provide more detailed information on how UofL degree programs can match educational and career aspirations.
  • The UofL College of Business joins more than two dozen business schools leveraging AstrumU's technology to increase transparency on the ROI of MBA degrees.
  • We help institutions measure the value created for incoming and returning students, while assisting them in securing industry partnerships that lead students seamlessly into high-demand career pathways.

Cummins Inc. Names Marvin Boakye Chief Human Resources Officer

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Monday, October 24, 2022
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Today, Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) announced that Marvin Boakye will join Cummins as Chief Human Resources Officer, (CHRO) effective November 7, 2022.

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  • Today, Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) announced that Marvin Boakye will join Cummins as Chief Human Resources Officer, (CHRO) effective November 7, 2022.
  • Boakye most recently served as the Chief People & Diversity Officer at Papa John's International.
  • Marvins broad business and human resources experience, including expertise in mergers and acquisitions, integration, and strategic workforce development will bring significant value across Cummins and contribute to our continued growth and success.
  • As CHRO, Boakye will lead a global group of HR employees and serve on the Cummins Leadership Team.

International Franchise Association, University of Louisville announce first-of-its-kind partnership to offer franchising certification

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Tuesday, September 13, 2022
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LOUISVILLE, Ky., Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The International Franchise Association (IFA) and the University of Louisville (UofL) today announced a landmark partnership to offer continuing education and certification through the IFA Certified Franchise Executive™(CFE) Program and the Yum! Center for Global Franchise Excellence, part of the UofL College of Business. For nearly 35 years, a CFE designation has been the premier certification in franchising, offering business, leadership and legal education unique to pursuing a career in the franchising industry.

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  • LOUISVILLE, Ky., Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The International Franchise Association (IFA) and the University of Louisville (UofL) today announced a landmark partnership to offer continuing education and certification through the IFA Certified Franchise Executive(CFE) Program and the Yum!
  • Through the new partnership, foundational CFE education will include even more rigorous requirements standardized by the College of Business at the University of Louisville, a public tier-one research institution.
  • "This landmark education and certification partnership will be transformational to the industry," said Matthew Haller, president and CEO of the International Franchise Association.
  • About the International Franchise Association:
    Celebrating over 60 years of excellence, education, and advocacy, the International Franchise Association (IFA) is the world's oldest and largest organization representing franchising worldwide.

Stratus Building Solutions President Appears as Guest on Franchising Podcast

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Wednesday, April 20, 2022
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LOS ANGELES, April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Stratus Building Solutions, the nation's leading green commercial cleaning and janitorial services franchise, is excited to share the news that President Doug Flaig was a recent guest on the University of Louisville's Franchise U! Podcast. The podcast invites top executives from major brands such as Marriott, Taco Bell, and Top Golf to discuss a variety of topics.

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    LOS ANGELES, April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Stratus Building Solutions , the nation's leading green commercial cleaning and janitorial services franchise, is excited to share the news that President Doug Flaig was a recent guest on the University of Louisville's Franchise U!
  • "I was so honored to get the invitation to be a guest on this great podcast," said Flaig.
  • He joined Stratus Building Solutions as president in January.
  • Stratus Building Solutions, an international franchise company in the commercial cleaning industry was founded in 2006 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California.

New Book by Business Leadership Experts, HOPE for Leaders in the 2020s, Launches Today

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Wednesday, March 16, 2022
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The two leadership experts have teamed up to co-author a new guide on navigating challenging times in HOPE for Leaders in the 2020s: New Issues to Face, New Problems to Solve, New Hope for the Future.

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  • The two leadership experts have teamed up to co-author a new guide on navigating challenging times in HOPE for Leaders in the 2020s: New Issues to Face, New Problems to Solve, New Hope for the Future.
  • The last two years have required everyone including professionals to shift their expectations and approaches to business.
  • Many of the answers to modern leaders' most pressing new questions lie in the pages of HOPE for Leaders in the 2020s.
  • HOPE for Leaders in the 2020s offers new ways to think about and address contemporary business issues, including leadership mindsets, project management, organizational culture, and workplace communications.

Yum! Brands, the University of Louisville and Howard University Introduce First-Ever Franchise Accelerator Fellowship to Advance Underrepresented People of Color and Women MBA Talent in Franchising

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Thursday, February 3, 2022
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Brands, Inc. (NYSE: YUM), the University of Louisville and Howard University today announced the launch of the Yum!

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  • Brands, Inc. (NYSE: YUM), the University of Louisville and Howard University today announced the launch of the Yum!
  • Franchise Accelerator, a one-of-a-kind MBA elective opportunity supporting underrepresented people of color and women interested in the franchise restaurant industry.
  • The fellowship is a win-win as the students will receive educational experiences, mentoring and hands-on training unlike any other, while Yum!
  • The participants six MBA students from Howard University and four from the University of Louisville receive scholarships; extensive education on the franchise business model through the Yum!

Premier Financial Corp. Announces Appointment of Nikki Lanier, JD to Its Board of Directors

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Friday, January 7, 2022
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Premier Financial Corp. (Nasdaq: PFC), the holding company for Premier Bank and First Insurance Group, today announced that Nikki Lanier, JD, will be appointed to the Companys Board of Directors effective January 24, 2022.

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  • Premier Financial Corp. (Nasdaq: PFC), the holding company for Premier Bank and First Insurance Group, today announced that Nikki Lanier, JD, will be appointed to the Companys Board of Directors effective January 24, 2022.
  • Don Hileman, Executive Chairman of the Board of Premier Financial, stated "I am delighted to welcome Ms. Lanier to our Board of Directors.
  • We are confident that she will provide valuable perspective to the Board and look forward to her contributions."
  • Premier Financial Corp. (Nasdaq: PFC), headquartered in Defiance, Ohio, is the holding company for Premier Bank and First Insurance Group.