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The Paley Center for Media Announces Upcoming PaleyImpact Events at The Paley Museum

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Monday, September 18, 2023

NEW YORK, Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Paley Center for Media announces two groundbreaking PaleyImpact events as part of the season's exciting October lineup. The first event, taking place on Thursday, October 5 at 6:30 pm, is part of this year's much-anticipated James P. Jimirro Media Impact Series, Social Media and the Public Square: Balanced or Biased? It will be followed by another installment of the PaleyImpact series exploring Media's Role in Combating Antisemitism, David Baddiel: Jews Don't Count on Wednesday, October 25 at 6:30 pm. Each PaleyImpact event taking place at The Paley Museum, 25 West 52 Street between 5th and 6th Avenues, promises to provide attendees with exclusive insight into some of the most important topics today, including the fight against the rising tide of antisemitism and social media's impact on conversations in the public square.

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NEW YORK, Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Paley Center for Media announces two groundbreaking PaleyImpact events as part of the season's exciting October lineup.
The insightful James P. Jimirro Media Impact Series event Social Media and the Public Square: Balanced or Biased?
The Paley Center is gathering a group of journalists and experts encompassing the political spectrum to debate these questions and more.
"The PaleyImpact series continues to highlight some of the most pressing issues at the intersection of media and culture today," said Maureen Reidy, President and CEO of The Paley Center for Media.

PENN STATE THON™ RAISES $15,006,132.46 FOR CHILDHOOD CANCER AND BREAKS ALL-TIME ANNUAL FUNDRAISING RECORD

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Sunday, February 19, 2023

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UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa., Feb. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Penn State THON, the world's largest student-run philanthropy that delivers year-round financial and emotional aid to families affected by childhood cancer, announced that it raised an all-time annual high of $15,006,132.46 following the organization's annual 46-hour no sleeping or sitting dance marathon. All proceeds from THON's fundraising efforts benefit its sole beneficiary Four Diamonds, a national nonprofit gift fund that covers 100% of all medical expenses for families with childhood cancer at Penn State Health Children's Hospital, while also supporting an extensive cancer research program at Penn State College of Medicine.

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All proceeds from THON's fundraising efforts benefit its sole beneficiary Four Diamonds, a national nonprofit gift fund that covers 100% of all medical expenses for families with childhood cancer at Penn State Health Children's Hospital, while also supporting an extensive cancer research program at Penn State College of Medicine.
Founded by Charles and Irma Millard following the passing of their son Christopher to pediatric cancer, Four Diamonds and THON have been partners in the fight against childhood cancer since 1977.
Over the last 51 years, THON and Four Diamonds have helped over 4,800 families experiencing childhood cancer by covering all medical expenses, including comprehensive specialty care services at Penn State Health Children's Hospital.
They've helped create and develop a multifaceted cancer research program in collaboration with Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and Penn State College of Medicine.

Hotels for Trial Supports THON and Four Diamonds in Its Mission of Conquering Childhood Cancer

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Tuesday, January 24, 2023

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Ryan Spear, president of Hotels for Trial, and his wife Nicki – both Penn State alumni – have supported the organization since they first participated in the student-run philanthropy THON during their college years.

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Ryan Spear, president of Hotels for Trial, and his wife Nicki – both Penn State alumni – have supported the organization since they first participated in the student-run philanthropy THON during their college years.
“I have personally experienced the massive impact this event has on the students, the children and the families attending.
Penn State THON is the largest student-run philanthropy in the world with thousands of volunteers dedicated to improving the lives of kids with cancer and their families.
The goal of Four Diamonds is to end childhood cancer by providing excellent care, all-encompassing support and cutting-edge research to children receiving care at Penn State Health Children's Hospital as well as their families.

Energy Focus Introduces Updated EnFocus™ Power Line Controlled (PLC) Dimmable and Color Tunable Commercial LED Lighting Solutions

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Thursday, August 18, 2022

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EnFocus’™ patented power line control capability, including dimming and color tuning, is now available in both 3 Amp and 8 Amp wall switches -- serving the broad needs of health care, elder care, education, and military sectors plus a host of other industrial and commercial applications including hospitality and retail.

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Energy Focus, Inc. (NASDAQ: EFOI), a leader in sustainable, energy efficient LED lighting control systems and products for the commercial, military maritime and consumer markets introduces the updated EnFocus Power Line Controlled commercial LED lighting system that is simpler to install, commission and operate and less costly than other dimming and color tuning systems.
EnFocus offers dimming, and color tuning control over retrofit lamps, including tubular LEDs, A19 and BR30 LED lamps with availability planned for LED flat panel and downlight fixtures.
Our updated line of EnFocus power line control products that enable hard wired, digital dimming and color tuning control over existing wirelines demonstrates our commitment to provide flexible and cost-effective lighting solutions to the commercial marketplace.
Energy Focus is an industry-leading innovator of sustainable light-emitting diode (LED) lighting and lighting control technologies and solutions, as well as UVC Disinfection (UVCD) technologies and solutions.

Kroll Appoints Joshua Tucker as Senior Advisor and Kroll Institute Fellow

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Tuesday, April 19, 2022

Kroll , the leading provider of data, technology and insights related to risk, governance and growth, today announced that Joshua Tucker has joined Kroll as a Senior Advisor and Kroll Institute Fellow.

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Kroll , the leading provider of data, technology and insights related to risk, governance and growth, today announced that Joshua Tucker has joined Kroll as a Senior Advisor and Kroll Institute Fellow.
Through thought leadership and research, the Kroll Institute provides clarity on the most complex economic, policy, risk, compliance, public health and cyber issues organizations are facing today.
Tucker will serve as a senior consultant on geopolitical issues impacting businesses and the global economy.
Were excited to have Joshua join the Kroll Institute.

PENN STATE THON™ SURPASSES $200M CUMULATIVE TOTAL AND BREAKS ALL-TIME ANNUAL FUNDRAISING RECORD

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Sunday, February 20, 2022

The theme of THON 2022 was "Spark Endless Light" and saw the annual no sleeping or sitting dance marathon return in-person to the Bryce Jordan Center and virtually.

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The theme of THON 2022 was "Spark Endless Light" and saw the annual no sleeping or sitting dance marathon return in-person to the Bryce Jordan Center and virtually.
"What started out as an event organized by 78 Penn State students has grown into over 16,500 student volunteers and $200 million total raised for families facing childhood cancer.
THON was founded by Penn State students in 1973, and over the years has grown into the world's largest student-run philanthropy.
Since its start in 1973, THON has raised over $200 million dollars to support its sole beneficiary, Four Diamonds at Penn State Health Children's Hospital.