International Women's Democracy Center

PEET'S COFFEE "FREES DAIRY-FREE" FOR EARTH MONTH, DEBUTS PLANT-BASED SPRING MENU

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023

EMERYVILLE, Calif., March 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Citing higher-than-ever demand for plant-based milks in customer orders, Peet's Coffee is honoring Earth Month with a fresh perk for coffee lovers who prefer dairy alternatives. During the month of April (Earth Month), Peet's will offer complimentary non-dairy, alternative milk in all Peet's beverages. This means that Peet's customers can enjoy the addition of oat, almond or soy milk to each beverage of their choice all month long - on Peet's - just in time for new plant-based offerings.

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  • Peet's Coffee Spring menu features all plant-based items, and complimentary non-dairy, alternative milk during April!
  • Peet's Spring Menu continues the brand's partnerships with leading plant-based producers to provide the highest quality ingredients for alternative protein menu items.
  • Peet's Coffee Spring Menu also includes the annual Anniversary Blend, which is now available online and in-store.
  • *In April 2023, Peet's Coffee will offer "free dairy-free" milk upgrade for all orders at participating Peet's Coffee locations.

1,000 Dreams Fund's MentorHER Initiative Returns for Year 4 with Colgate-Palmolive as Title Sponsor

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023

WASHINGTON, March 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In honor of International Women's Day 2023, 1,000 Dreams Fund (1DF), a nonprofit organization dedicated to fueling the career goals and dreams of talented young women in need, is proud to announce Year 4 of its women's mentoring initiative, MentorHER. Colgate-Palmolive Company is returning as the Title Sponsor of the program and will be providing mentors from the Colgate Women's Network, its employee resource group of women and allies committed to driving change by pioneering ideas, empowering women and accelerating their progress into leadership.

Key Points: 
  • Unfortunately many students lack access to networks and professional contacts that can provide meaningful mentorship.
  • According to 1DF's " State of the American Girl "™ research, 70 percent of American women, ages 18-25, say they have never had a mentor.
  • "Our MentorHER Initiative has been a transformative program for our participating students.
  • 1,000 Dreams Fund will continue to announce MentorHER partners throughout the year.

ORBA names RealTruck VP Lee Riser to board of directors

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023

ANN ARBOR, Mich., March 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- RealTruck, Inc., the premier manufacturer and retailer of aftermarket truck parts and accessories, announces the appointment of Lee Riser, vice president of marketing and passionate off-roader, to the Off-Road Business Association (ORBA) board of directors, where she will serve as the organization's only female member. The announcement comes today from RealTruck in celebration of International Women's Day.

Key Points: 
  • "I'm thrilled to join the ORBA board of directors," said Riser.
  • "ORBA is at the forefront of policy change that may impact our current and future access to public lands and our right to ride.
  • ORBA is a trade organization representing the off-road industry and community, championing access and providing professional trial advocacy for off-highway vehicle (OHV) recreation.
  • I know she'll bring her passion and experience for life off-road to the ORBA board of directors and be a powerful asset to the organization."

Mastercard renews partnership with Toronto Metropolitan University's Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst for Emerging Leaders program that supports women leaders in cybersecurity

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023

BRAMPTON, ON, March 7, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, Mastercard Canada and Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst at Toronto Metropolitan University are proud to announce their continued partnership in delivering the Catalyst's Mastercard Emerging Leaders Cyber Initiative (ELCI): a unique leadership program for women and non-binary leaders who seek to advance into executive-level positions in cybersecurity or related fields.

Key Points: 
  • BRAMPTON, ON, March 7, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, Mastercard Canada and Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst at Toronto Metropolitan University are proud to announce their continued partnership in delivering the Catalyst's Mastercard Emerging Leaders Cyber Initiative (ELCI): a unique leadership program for women and non-binary leaders who seek to advance into executive-level positions in cybersecurity or related fields.
  • Mastercard's continued investment in this program enables the Catalyst to empower women and non-binary individuals to take on cyber leadership roles and shape the future of the Canadian cyber ecosystem.
  • "Our inaugural ELCI cohort of 30 diverse women leaders is getting ready to graduate in April.
  • Cybersecurity isn't just for the tech team," says Trish Dyl, Director of Corporate Training & Cyber Range and the ELCI program.

Carhartt Awards $225,000 in "For the Love of Labor" Grants to Advance Women in the Skilled Trades

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Monday, March 6, 2023

DEARBORN, Mich., March 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of International Women's Day, family-owned premium workwear brand Carhartt today announced the Spring 2023 recipients of its bi-annual "For the Love of Labor" grant program that dedicated this latest round of grants to award critical funding to organizations that work toward placing women in skilled positions.

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  • After receiving hundreds of applications earlier this year, Carhartt is honored to award its Spring 2023 round of grants totaling $225,000 to seven U.S. nonprofit organizations that support women in the trades: ANEW, Building Pathways, Chicago Women in Trades, Nontraditional Employment for Women, Oregon Tradeswomen, Tradeswomen, Inc., and Vermont Works for Women.
  • This year's Spring 2023 grants are part of the brand's ongoing commitment to empowering the next generation of America's diverse workforce.
  • "Women are an important part of Carhartt's history – and our future," said Linda Hubbard, president and COO at Carhartt.
  • By backing these like-minded organizations, we're providing fulfilling job opportunities and helping pave the way for women who want to work with their hands."

OFC 2023 Unveils Technical Conference & Show Floor Business Programming; Focus on the Latest Research and Product Developments in Quantum Networking, AI and Network Analytics, Data Center Connectivity, 5G Innovations, Machine Learning and More

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Tuesday, January 17, 2023

SAN DIEGO, Jan. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2023 Optical Fiber Communications Conference and Exhibition (OFC) five-day technical conference and three days of business programming on the show floor will uncover the latest research, developments and product debuts that span the global optical networking and communications market. OFC will reconvene in a hybrid format with in-person and virtual components on 05-09 March 2023 at the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, California, USA.

Key Points: 
  • OFC will reconvene in a hybrid format with in-person and virtual components on 05-09 March 2023 at the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, California, USA.
  • The show floor programming includes three theaters featuring presentations by experts from major global brands and key industry organizations.
  • The Data Center Summit, Market Watch and Network Operator Summit round out the three days of sessions, presentations and moderated discussions.
  • As the premier conference and exhibition for optical communications and networking professionals, OFC is pleased to highlight the following programming.

Scotiabank invests $1.6 million to advance STEM apprenticeship opportunities for Canadian high school students

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Thursday, October 13, 2022

Scotiabank's investment also includes a renewed sponsorship to advance programming within CDL's core program for science and technology-based start-ups in Canada.

Key Points: 
  • Scotiabank's investment also includes a renewed sponsorship to advance programming within CDL's core program for science and technology-based start-ups in Canada.
  • "CDL's Apprentice Program fills an important gap in helping to support students who want to learn aboutand gain exposure tocareers in STEM," said Michael Zerbs, Group Head, Technology & Operations at Scotiabank.
  • With Scotiabank's sponsorship, CDL will offer travel bursaries to students attending high school in rural and underserved areas, providing education and mentoring opportunities for those who may not otherwise have access.
  • "Our partnership with Scotiabank will allow us to reach more students across the country with this unique, immersive learning experience."

HWPL Commemorates the 8th Anniversary of the September 18th HWPL World Peace Summit

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Wednesday, September 21, 2022

NEW YORK, Sept. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL) commemorated the 8th anniversary of the HWPL World Peace Summit on September 18. The event was titled, "Peace As An Institution: A Foundation for Sustainable Development." Participants included religious leaders and volunteers from the International Peace Youth Group and the International Women's Peace Group.

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  • Event Hosted By Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light
    NEW YORK, Sept. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL) commemorated the 8th anniversary of the HWPL World Peace Summit on September 18.
  • Participants included religious leaders and volunteers from the International Peace Youth Group and the International Women's Peace Group.
  • The HWPL World Peace Summit was first held on September 18, 2014 to achieve world peace by building an alliance of religions and establishing an international law for peace.
  • He has proposed a framework for sustainable peace, including an international law for peace, harmony across religions, and peace education.

CP Group Acquires 709K-SF Democracy Center in Bethesda, Maryland

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Tuesday, September 13, 2022

CP Group , a prominent owner-operator of office properties throughout the Sunbelt, has acquired Democracy Center the three-building, 709,313-square-foot office campus in Bethesda, Maryland in a joint venture with DRA Advisors.

Key Points: 
  • CP Group , a prominent owner-operator of office properties throughout the Sunbelt, has acquired Democracy Center the three-building, 709,313-square-foot office campus in Bethesda, Maryland in a joint venture with DRA Advisors.
  • State-of-the-art amenities, activated greenspaces, and renovated common areas are some examples of what well deliver to Democracy Center.
  • Designed by Skidmore Owings and Merrill and developed by Boston Properties, Democracy Center consists of two nine-story buildings and one 15-story building.
  • The firm will also develop a full floor of CP Group managed spec suites as part of their flexible workplace program, worCPlaces.

Retired Boeing executive wants fewer barriers for next-generation women leaders

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Wednesday, March 23, 2022

WICHITA, Kan., March 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Scholars in the inaugural class of the Widener Global Leaders Program — the first of its kind in the country — graduate this spring, ready to make a difference in the world. And that's just what the program's founder had in mind.

Key Points: 
  • Retired Boeing executive and philanthropist Peri Widener created the concept and funded the multidisciplinary program at Wichita State University's W. Frank Barton School of Business.
  • An external advisory board of distinguished national women business leaders, many of whom are members of the International Women's Forum, provides counsel and mentoring.
  • An external advisory board of distinguished national women business leaders , providing one-on-one mentoring and counsel for program participants, opening doors and professional connections.
  • Outside-the-classroom opportunities to better understand how the triad of fine arts, communication and business contributes to setting great leaders apart.