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Iraq Britain Business Council Names AAA Holding Group's CEO Amet Selman as Chairman of the Agritech Committee

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Agriculture, Partnership, Research, News, The Business Council, Artificial intelligence, Fertilizer

It appointed Amet Selman, the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of AAA Holding Group, as the Chairman and thought leader of the Agritech Committee.

Key Points: 
  • It appointed Amet Selman, the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of AAA Holding Group, as the Chairman and thought leader of the Agritech Committee.
  • The formation of the Agritech Committee by IBBC fueled discussions between leading agricultural and fertilizer corporations, including AAA Holdings, to facilitate sustainable development and technological advancement.
  • Amet Selman, as the chairman of the Agritech Committee, is already in discussion with IBBC members to boost the starting phase of the committee's first project.
  • AAA Holding Group, as it's leading the charge in all three spheres, will be valuable in the long run for the Agritech Committee's progress.

ARA's Unattended Ground Sensors Now Available on TAK

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Monday, April 8, 2024
FIDAE, Government, Algorithm, ARA, USAF, UI, Pathfinder

Randolph, Vt., April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) announced today the launch of Pathfinder on the Tactical Assault Kit (TAK).

Key Points: 
  • Randolph, Vt., April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) announced today the launch of Pathfinder on the Tactical Assault Kit (TAK).
  • Pathfinder is a wireless, unattended ground sensor designed to provide an early warning of trespassing.
  • The TAK integration features an upgraded user interface (UI) making it easier to emplace and manage sensors anywhere in the world.
  • Pathfinder will be on display with other ARA technologies at FIDAE 2024 in Santiago, Chile, April 9 – 14, 2024.

Tunnel to Towers Foundation Delivers Mortgage-Free Homes to Five Gold Star Families

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Friday, April 5, 2024
Burn, Pressure, Tunnel, SSG, Cancer, Gold Star, United States Army, Gold, Family, Army

New York, New York, April 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Tunnel to Towers Foundation is observing Gold Star Spouses Day by delivering mortgage-free homes to five families who lost loved ones in service to our country.

Key Points: 
  • New York, New York, April 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Tunnel to Towers Foundation is observing Gold Star Spouses Day by delivering mortgage-free homes to five families who lost loved ones in service to our country.
  • Tunnel to Towers wants these families to know their loved one's service and sacrifice has not been forgotten,” said Frank Siller Chairman and CEO of the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.
  • “I am so grateful to receive Tunnel to Towers support on Gold Star Spouse Day.
  • Join Tunnel to Towers on its mission to provide mortgage-free homes for Gold Star families by going to T2T.org and donating $11 a month.

2024 USO Service Members of the Year and Vice Chairman of AMB Sports and Entertainment to Be Recognized at USO Gala

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Monday, April 1, 2024
ATV, Exercise, USO, NFL, Vice, School, Air National Guard, United States Space Force, Congress, Grammy Awards, Veteran, United States Marine Corps, Leg, Infantry, Safety, Injury, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, PGA, Al Udeid Air Base, United States Army, United States Navy, Volunteering, Student, United States Air Force, Survivor, The Anthem, Sport, Army, United Service Organizations, Service club, Super Bowl

The USO Gala, on April 11 at The Anthem in Washington, D.C., will also recognize Steve Cannon, Vice Chairman of AMB Sports and Entertainment, Army veteran and member of the USO Global Advisory Council, with the USO Merit Award.

Key Points: 
  • The USO Gala, on April 11 at The Anthem in Washington, D.C., will also recognize Steve Cannon, Vice Chairman of AMB Sports and Entertainment, Army veteran and member of the USO Global Advisory Council, with the USO Merit Award.
  • Steve Cannon, who will receive the USO Merit Award, serves as Vice Chairman of AMB Sports and Entertainment (AMBSE), a for-profit holding group under the Arthur M. Blank Family of Businesses.
  • The USO Service Members of the Year were nominated by command leadership from each military branch and final selections were made by a USO committee.
  • For more information about the 2024 USO Service Members of the Year, visit https://www.uso.org/stories/3733-meet-the-2024-uso-service-members-of-th...

Oncopeptides and Vector Pharma FZCO Announce Collaboration to Provide Pepaxti to Patients in the Middle East and North Africa 

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
Vector, Dexamethasone, Disease, Bone marrow, Partnership, Patient, Multiple myeloma, Cancer, WODA, Health professional, PDC, Medicine, Pharmaceutical industry

Under the terms of this exclusive agreement, Vector will distribute Pepaxti to patients in the MENA region for the treatment of patients with multiple myeloma.

Key Points: 
  • Under the terms of this exclusive agreement, Vector will distribute Pepaxti to patients in the MENA region for the treatment of patients with multiple myeloma.
  • The two parties have agreed on a revenue split on all Pepaxti sales in the region, with Vector carrying all costs through their existing structure in the region.
  • “I am excited to announce this regional agreement with Oncopeptides,” says Vector Pharma FZCO Managing Partner Patrick Jordan.
  • “We are happy for our partnership with Vector and look forward to working together as we enter this promising region together.

Texas Cardiac Arrhythmia Institute at St. David's Medical Center first in U.S. to use FDA-approved pulsed field ablation system

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Electrophysiology, St Davids, Atrial fibrillation, Arrhythmia, Patient, PFA, Medical Center, Quality of life, FDA, Food, Medical device

The first procedure was performed by Andrea Natale, M.D., F.H.R.S., F.A.C.C., F.E.S.C., cardiac electrophysiologist and executive medical director of TCAI, and Amin Al-Ahmad, M.D., clinical cardiac electrophysiologist.

Key Points: 
  • The first procedure was performed by Andrea Natale, M.D., F.H.R.S., F.A.C.C., F.E.S.C., cardiac electrophysiologist and executive medical director of TCAI, and Amin Al-Ahmad, M.D., clinical cardiac electrophysiologist.
  • Dr. Natale and Dr. Al-Ahmad were two of 67 global operators to participate in the trial that led to FDA approval.
  • The novel PFA system delivers short-duration, high-energy electrical pulses to the cardiac tissue to destroy cells that cause irregular heart rhythms without using excess heat or cold.
  • "Our team is honored to have played a part in piloting this new era of global innovation for cardiac arrhythmia."

GACA: GLOBAL AVIATION LEADERS TO ADDRESS AVIATION CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES AT 2024 FUTURE AVIATION FORUM IN RIYADH, MAY 20-22

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
SAS, NEOM, Growth, ACI, General authority, Forum, Aviation, Airports Council International, GACA, Vision 2030, IATA, ICAO, King Salman International Airport, FAF, International Civil Aviation Organization, Airport, Airline

FAF24 will propose a plan to solve aviation's biggest challenge, and feature awards recognizing achievements and innovations in global aviation.

Key Points: 
  • FAF24 will propose a plan to solve aviation's biggest challenge, and feature awards recognizing achievements and innovations in global aviation.
  • RIYADH, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Future Aviation Forum (FAF) returns to Riyadh from 20-22 May 2024, bringing together 5,000 experts and aviation leaders from over 100 countries, including ministers, regulators, manufacturers, airlines, and airports.
  • His Excellency the President of GACA, Abdulaziz-Al Duailej, said:
    "The 2024 Future Aviation Forum will once again unite global aviation leaders to solve aviation's biggest challenges, including manufacturing supply chain issues, capacity constraints and the development of human capital across the world.
  • The Forum will also progress the Saudi Aviation Strategy's (SAS) transformation of the Kingdom into the Middle East's leading aviation hub.

GACA: GLOBAL AVIATION LEADERS TO ADDRESS AVIATION CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES AT 2024 FUTURE AVIATION FORUM IN RIYADH, MAY 20-22

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
SAS, NEOM, Growth, ACI, General authority, Forum, Aviation, Airports Council International, GACA, Vision 2030, IATA, ICAO, King Salman International Airport, FAF, International Civil Aviation Organization, Airport, Airline

FAF24 will propose a plan to solve aviation's biggest challenge, and feature awards recognizing achievements and innovations in global aviation.

Key Points: 
  • FAF24 will propose a plan to solve aviation's biggest challenge, and feature awards recognizing achievements and innovations in global aviation.
  • RIYADH, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Future Aviation Forum (FAF) returns to Riyadh from 20-22 May 2024, bringing together 5,000 experts and aviation leaders from over 100 countries, including ministers, regulators, manufacturers, airlines, and airports.
  • His Excellency the President of GACA, Abdulaziz-Al Duailej, said:
    "The 2024 Future Aviation Forum will once again unite global aviation leaders to solve aviation's biggest challenges, including manufacturing supply chain issues, capacity constraints and the development of human capital across the world.
  • The Forum will also progress the Saudi Aviation Strategy's (SAS) transformation of the Kingdom into the Middle East's leading aviation hub.

Miami International Holdings Announces Troy Kane Joins Executive Management Team as President of MGEX

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Citadel, MIH, BGC Partners, Minneapolis Grain Exchange, Grain, Growth, DePaul University, Finance, Citadel Securities, CME Group, Chicago Mercantile Exchange, FICC, Chicago Board of Trade, Roosevelt University, CME, MGEX, OTC, Commerce, Management

Mark Bagan will continue as CEO of MGEX during a transition period after which time he is expected to continue with MGEX as Executive Vice Chairman of the Board.

Key Points: 
  • Mark Bagan will continue as CEO of MGEX during a transition period after which time he is expected to continue with MGEX as Executive Vice Chairman of the Board.
  • "Troy brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his new role as the President of MGEX and CEO of MIAX Futures, and we are excited to welcome him to the MIH executive management team," said Thomas P. Gallagher, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of MIH.
  • Mr. Kane began his career as a floor clerk at Kane Trading in the grain and oilseed pits at Chicago Board of Trade.
  • Mr. Kane earned a bachelor's degree in commerce from DePaul University and a master's degree in business administration from Roosevelt University.

Miami International Holdings Announces Troy Kane Joins Executive Management Team as President of MGEX

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Citadel, MIH, BGC Partners, Minneapolis Grain Exchange, Grain, Growth, DePaul University, Finance, Citadel Securities, CME Group, Chicago Mercantile Exchange, FICC, Chicago Board of Trade, Roosevelt University, CME, MGEX, OTC, Commerce, Management

Mark Bagan will continue as CEO of MGEX during a transition period after which time he is expected to continue with MGEX as Executive Vice Chairman of the Board.

Key Points: 
  • Mark Bagan will continue as CEO of MGEX during a transition period after which time he is expected to continue with MGEX as Executive Vice Chairman of the Board.
  • "Troy brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his new role as the President of MGEX and CEO of MIAX Futures, and we are excited to welcome him to the MIH executive management team," said Thomas P. Gallagher, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of MIH.
  • Mr. Kane began his career as a floor clerk at Kane Trading in the grain and oilseed pits at Chicago Board of Trade.
  • Mr. Kane earned a bachelor's degree in commerce from DePaul University and a master's degree in business administration from Roosevelt University.