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Banner|Aetna's Joanne Mizell Honored as One of Arizona's Most Influential Women

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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Banner|Aetna , a joint venture health plan owned by Banner Health and Aetna, a CVS Health company, proudly celebrates Joanne Mizell , chief operating officer, as one of the Most Influential Women in Arizona selected by AZ Big Media.

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  • Banner|Aetna , a joint venture health plan owned by Banner Health and Aetna, a CVS Health company, proudly celebrates Joanne Mizell , chief operating officer, as one of the Most Influential Women in Arizona selected by AZ Big Media.
  • Mizell was chosen from a pool of over 1,900 candidates for her outstanding leadership and contributions to the community.
  • Mizell has been forging change in the health care industry for more than 30 years.
  • Banner|Aetna extends its gratitude to Mizell for her dedication and leadership and congratulates all 2023 honorees for their achievements.

Achieve named one of Arizona's 'Most Admired Companies' for third consecutive year by Az Business magazine, BestCompaniesAZ

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023
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SAN MATEO, Calif., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Achieve, the leader in digital personal finance, announced today it has been recognized as one of Arizona's Most Admired Companies of 2023 by Az Business magazine and BestCompaniesAZ. This is the third consecutive year Achieve has been named to the list.

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  • This is the third consecutive year Achieve has been named to the list.
  • The award honors employers that excel in customer opinion, innovation, leadership excellence, social responsibility and workplace culture.
  • In January, it was named to Az Business magazine's AZ Big 100 List.
  • "Achieve is honored to once again be recognized as one of Arizona's most admired companies," said Achieve Executive Vice President of Human Resources Linda Luman.

Axon Achieves Great Place to Work Certification Second Year in a Row

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023
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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Axon Enterprise Inc., (NASDAQ: AXON), the global public safety technology leader, proudly announced today that it has been Certified™ by Great Place To Work® for the second year in a row. The prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at Axon. This year, 87% of employees said it's a great place to work – 30 percentage points higher than the average U.S. company. Great Place To Work is the global authority on workplace culture, employee experience and the leadership behaviors proven to deliver market-leading revenue, employee retention and increased innovation.

Key Points: 
  • This year, 87% of employees said it's a great place to work – 30 percentage points higher than the average U.S. company.
  • Great Place To Work is the global authority on workplace culture, employee experience and the leadership behaviors proven to deliver market-leading revenue, employee retention and increased innovation.
  • Great Place To Work Certification is a highly coveted achievement that requires consistent and intentional dedication to the overall employee experience," said Sarah Lewis-Kulin, VP of Global Recognition at Great Place To Work.
  • "We are thrilled to be Great Place To Work-Certified for the second year in a row," said Elizabeth Hart, EVP of People Operations.

Nevada Corporate Giving Report to Reveal Data on State's Annual Giving at 12th Annual Philanthropy Leaders Summit, Full Speaker Line-Up Announced

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Friday, August 25, 2023
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LAS VEGAS, Aug. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Moonridge Foundation is gearing up for its 12th annual Philanthropy Leaders Summit on Friday, September 15 in Las Vegas and in Reno, where new data will be announced regarding Nevada's Corporate Giving trends, along with an exciting lineup of speakers to discuss strategic giving and conclude with a musical performance. The Moonridge Foundation is excited to announce two of Nevada's philanthropic game changers: Pilar Harris, Senior Director of CSR and Government Relations for Las Vegas Grand Prix, Inc., and Sam Joffray, President & CEO, Las Vegas Super Bowl LVIII Host Committee will be at the event speaking on the Game Changing Philanthropy Panel.

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  • The Nevada Corporate Giving Council (NCGC), stewarded by Moonridge Group, will also reveal the annual statistical report on the corporate giving landscape of Nevada.
  • The report will provide information that quantifies the philanthropic efforts made by Nevada businesses and their employees.
  • For example, over the past decade, the report shows that Nevada companies gave in excess of $3 billion in total corporate giving while employee giving reached over $500 million.
  • Registration is available online at https://www.philanthropyleaderssummit.com
    To stay up to date on the Philanthropy Leaders Summit, "like" Philanthropy Leaders Summit on Facebook and join the conversation on Twitter by following @PhilanthropyLS and using the hashtag #PLS2023.

Collective Health Appoints Kim Shepard as Senior Vice President of Client Success to Ensure a Best-In-Class Client Experience

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Wednesday, August 9, 2023
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Collective Health , the leading employee health benefits platform with integrated member advocacy and clinical navigation, today announced that Kim Shepard has joined the company as its Senior Vice President of Client Success.

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  • Collective Health , the leading employee health benefits platform with integrated member advocacy and clinical navigation, today announced that Kim Shepard has joined the company as its Senior Vice President of Client Success.
  • In this role, Shepard will positively impact Collective Health clients, consultants, and brokers, and work cross-functionally to design and deliver value and an optimal experience to customers.
  • "Despite tremendous progress made by the industry in recent years, there is still a great need to bring clarity to the chaos when it comes to approaching the intricacies of employer-sponsored healthcare,” said Kim Shepard, Senior Vice President of Client Success at Collective Health.
  • “Kim brings an obsession for exceeding client expectations and enhancing collaborative partnerships with brokers and consultants,” said Scott Murray, Chief Operating Officer at Collective Health.

KUBRA Recognized as One of Arizona's Most Admired Companies

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Tuesday, August 8, 2023
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TEMPE, Ariz.,  Aug. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- KUBRA, a leading provider of customer experience management solutions for some of the largest utility, government, and insurance entities, is thrilled to announce that it was selected as one of Arizona's Most Admired Companies in 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Despite a record number of entries, KUBRA makes Arizona's Most Admired Companies list for a third consecutive year.
  • The Most Admired Companies award is given to organizations that excel in six key areas: customer opinion; diversity, equity, and inclusion; innovation; leadership excellence; social responsibility; and workplace culture.
  • "Throughout three decades, KUBRA has upheld its dedication to our employees, the communities we serve, and the industries we cater to," said Rick Watkin, President and CEO of KUBRA.
  • KUBRA differentiates itself from competitors through our distinctive culture, collaborative work environment, pursuit of cutting-edge technology, and unwavering focus on employee welfare.

Achieve wins Tempe Chamber of Commerce's inaugural Diversity Impact Award

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023
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SAN MATEO, Calif., July 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Achieve, the leader in digital personal finance, received the Tempe Chamber of Commerce's inaugural Diversity Impact Award. The award celebrates "exemplary leadership in advancing diversity, equity and inclusion within the company with clear, positive impacts in areas as a result of these efforts," and was presented on June 30 at the Tempe Chamber's 2023 Diversity in Leadership Conference. Other finalists for the award included Deloitte, Farmers Insurance and Kubra.

Key Points: 
  • Achieve is recognized for advancing diversity, equity and inclusion
    SAN MATEO, Calif., July 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Achieve , the leader in digital personal finance, received the Tempe Chamber of Commerce's inaugural Diversity Impact Award.
  • The award celebrates "exemplary leadership in advancing diversity, equity and inclusion within the company with clear, positive impacts in areas as a result of these efforts," and was presented on June 30 at the Tempe Chamber's 2023 Diversity in Leadership Conference.
  • Achieve has made a significant commitment to create a diverse workforce where all teammates are seen, heard and empowered.
  • ‌Its six employee resource groups (ERG) support Achieve teammates from the African American/Black; Military Veterans; LGBTQ+; Hispanic/Latinx; Asian American/Pacific Islander; and Women's Leadership communities.

BMO's Mona Malone Named a Catalyst Honours Champion for 2023

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Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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TORONTO, July 11, 2023 /CNW/ - BMO today announced Mona Malone, Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) and Head of People and Culture, has been named a Catalyst Honours Champion for 2023.

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  • TORONTO, July 11, 2023 /CNW/ - BMO today announced Mona Malone, Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) and Head of People and Culture, has been named a Catalyst Honours Champion for 2023.
  • Ms. Malone's Catalyst Honours Champion Award reflects her leadership and the impact she has made as the architect of BMO's Zero Barriers to Inclusion strategy.
  • Mona exemplifies what it means to be a Catalyst Honors Champion."
  • Ms. Malone continues to be a champion for new generations of women in business and is deeply passionate about talent, leadership, and community.

Thunderbird Entertainment Group Reports Fiscal 2023 Q3 Results

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Thursday, May 25, 2023
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Thunderbird Entertainment Group Inc. (TSXV: TBRD, OTCQX: THBRF) (Thunderbird or the Company) today announced its financial results for fiscal Q3 2023, which ended March 31, 2023, and provided a corporate update.

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  • Thunderbird Entertainment Group Inc. (TSXV: TBRD, OTCQX: THBRF) (Thunderbird or the Company) today announced its financial results for fiscal Q3 2023, which ended March 31, 2023, and provided a corporate update.
  • “I am very proud of the talented teams working hard to create many wins in spite of the headwinds we faced as an organization in fiscal 2023,” said Jennifer Twiner McCarron, Thunderbird CEO and Chair.
  • Industry-wide economic factors and the proxy contest delayed the start of several productions, moving them from fiscal 2023 to fiscals 2024 and 2025.
  • During the quarter, Thunderbird also welcomed Lisa Coulman to its Board of Directors and as Chair of the Audit Committee.

F.N.B. Corporation Receives Multiple National Awards for Differentiated Culture, Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

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Monday, May 1, 2023
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PITTSBURGH, May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- F.N.B. Corporation (NYSE: FNB) announced that its banking subsidiary, First National Bank, continues to garner national and regional honors for its inclusive workplace experience. Most recently, FNB was selected by Energage as a Top Workplaces National Culture Excellence awards winner and a Top Workplace in South Carolina. Additionally, Newsweek named the Company one of America's Greatest Workplaces for LGBTQ+. Overall, FNB has been recognized more than 50 total times for its workplace experience.

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  • Corporation (NYSE: FNB) announced that its banking subsidiary, First National Bank, continues to garner national and regional honors for its inclusive workplace experience.
  • Most recently, FNB was selected by Energage as a Top Workplaces National Culture Excellence awards winner and a Top Workplace in South Carolina.
  • The Top Workplaces National Culture Excellence awards celebrate organizations that excel in specific areas of workplace culture, including employee empowerment, leadership, innovation and transparent business practices.
  • Visit fnb-online.com for a complete list of the Company's various recognitions for its exceptional service and differentiated culture.