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MeridianLink Announces 2024 MeridianLink LIVE! Keynote Speakers and Thought Leader Participation

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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MeridianLink, Inc. (NYSE: MLNK), a leading provider of modern software platforms for financial institutions and consumer reporting agencies, today announced the keynote speakers and thought leaders who will take the stage at MeridianLink LIVE!

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  • MeridianLink, Inc. (NYSE: MLNK), a leading provider of modern software platforms for financial institutions and consumer reporting agencies, today announced the keynote speakers and thought leaders who will take the stage at MeridianLink LIVE!
  • His recent work includes helping clients improve their advanced-analytics programs, launch digital banks and data businesses, and create centralized analytics environments.
  • In his session, Larry will discuss the future of AI in banking with MeridianLink SVP of product, Ian Goldsmith.
  • Tech Humanist Kate O’Neill brings over 25 years of digital innovation expertise to the MeridianLink LIVE!

Orbia Releases Annual Impact Report, Highlighting Strong Progress on Sustainability-Driven Agenda

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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de C.V. (BMV: ORBIA*) released its 15th annual Impact Report , which encompasses the company’s overall business performance as well as key accomplishments in advancing life around the world.

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  • de C.V. (BMV: ORBIA*) released its 15th annual Impact Report , which encompasses the company’s overall business performance as well as key accomplishments in advancing life around the world.
  • “Amidst challenging conditions and a changing global landscape, Orbia remains committed to its purpose to advance life around the world.
  • Orbia’s strong progress toward its impact goals continues to receive accolades.
  • To read the full 2023 Impact Report, visit the reporting hub here: https://sustainability.orbia.com/ .

Northern Trust Appoints Ayla Kalani Los Angeles Market Leader

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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Northern Trust has appointed Ayla Kalani as Los Angeles Market Leader, where she will lead the wealth management business serving high-net-worth individuals and families.

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  • Northern Trust has appointed Ayla Kalani as Los Angeles Market Leader, where she will lead the wealth management business serving high-net-worth individuals and families.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240325607340/en/
    Ayla Kalani, Northern Trust Wealth Management Los Angeles Market Leader.
  • “Ayla is a client-centric, inclusive leader who will drive excellence and continue to build on our culture of performance,” said Michele Havens, West Region President of Northern Trust Wealth Management.
  • Northern Trust Wealth Management offers holistic wealth management services for affluent individuals and families, family offices, foundations and endowments, and privately held businesses.

Circular Announces $10.5M in Funding to Scale First-of-its-Kind Platform for Sourcing Recycled Materials

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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Circular.co , the leading sustainable sourcing platform, secured $10.5M to expand its massive database of post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials and its accompanying platform that streamlines buying and selling of PCR materials.

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  • Circular.co , the leading sustainable sourcing platform, secured $10.5M to expand its massive database of post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials and its accompanying platform that streamlines buying and selling of PCR materials.
  • Circular will use the funding to grow its team, expand to additional sustainable materials, continue to add more companies and suppliers, and deepen the scale and functionality of its platform.
  • Circular handles the searching, sourcing, vetting, and onboarding process for its customers, with results in days compared to months or even years, using analog methods.
  • “Buyers transitioning to recycled materials face the typical challenges of an emerging, analog market rife with inefficiency and a lack of transparency.

Confluence Integrates MSCI ESG Research Data Into Its Style Analytics Solution

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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Confluence Technologies, Inc. (“Confluence”), a global technology solutions provider for regulatory and investor communications for the investment management industry, announced today it is integrating comprehensive MSCI ESG Research data into its leading factor investing analytics solution, Style Analytics.

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  • Confluence Technologies, Inc. (“Confluence”), a global technology solutions provider for regulatory and investor communications for the investment management industry, announced today it is integrating comprehensive MSCI ESG Research data into its leading factor investing analytics solution, Style Analytics.
  • “Style Analytics’ integration of MSCI’s comprehensive ESG data marks a significant step to help our clients make informed investment decisions and achieve sustainable growth.”
    The overlay of MSCI ESG Research data into Style Analytics allows for drill-down capabilities, fund-of-funds capabilities for United Nations SDGs, and analytics, alongside factor analysis on a simple, intuitive user interface.
  • Style Analytics’ MSCI drill-down module comes at a time of growing interest in sustainability and ESG investing and the resultant need for ESG data and technology.
  • To learn more about Style Analytics’ module featuring MSCI ESG Research data, including the onboarding process, initial consultation, platform demonstration, data integration, and training, please contact Confluence by visiting our website at confluence.com/StyleMSCI .

SOURCE Global, Microsoft Collaborate to Help Provide Clean Drinking Water in Navajo Nation

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Friday, March 22, 2024
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SOURCE Global, PBC and Microsoft today announced an initiative to provide 100 Navajo Nation families with SOURCE Hydropanel drinking water systems.

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  • SOURCE Global, PBC and Microsoft today announced an initiative to provide 100 Navajo Nation families with SOURCE Hydropanel drinking water systems.
  • An estimated 30 percent of Navajo Nation residents — about 70,000 people — don’t have access to clean, safe drinking water.
  • Access to clean drinking water is not just an issue reserved for developing nations, more than 2M Americans lack access to clean water in their home.
  • “Microsoft’s Climate innovation Fund was launched in 2020 to address climate-related challenges like water access,” said Eliza Roberts, Water Lead at Microsoft.

Advanced Drainage Systems Marks World Water Day by Highlighting Importance of Stormwater Management

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Friday, March 22, 2024
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Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. (NYSE: WMS) (“ADS” or the “Company”), a leading provider of innovative water management solutions in the stormwater and wastewater industries, is using this year’s World Water Day (March 22) to emphasize the need for effective stormwater management and the importance of properly managing the entire lifecycle of a raindrop.

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  • Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. (NYSE: WMS) (“ADS” or the “Company”), a leading provider of innovative water management solutions in the stormwater and wastewater industries, is using this year’s World Water Day (March 22) to emphasize the need for effective stormwater management and the importance of properly managing the entire lifecycle of a raindrop.
  • This is a message that is resonating as more Americans are growing worried about ineffective stormwater management.
  • The survey also found that many U.S. adults believe the impact of climate change is outpacing current stormwater management practices.
  • Additionally, 43% of respondents expressed concern that stormwater management in their area is not keeping up with climate changes, emphasizing the need for stronger and more sustainable water management practices.

Hotel Association of Los Angeles Appoints Jackie Filla As New President and CEO

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Monday, March 18, 2024
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The Hotel Association of Los Angeles (HALA) announced today that Dr. Jackie Filla has been appointed the new President and CEO of the organization.

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  • The Hotel Association of Los Angeles (HALA) announced today that Dr. Jackie Filla has been appointed the new President and CEO of the organization.
  • A seasoned leader with a rich and diverse professional background, Jackie will succeed Heather Rozman and will assume the role on March 25, 2024.
  • She recently served as a Research Director in the Office of Los Angeles County’s CEO and was a long-serving L.A. City Commission President under Mayors Eric Garcetti and Karen Bass.
  • Dr. Filla received a BA from California State University, Fullerton; an MA from University of California, Riverside; and a PhD from University of California, Riverside.

NEA Appoints Lila Tretikov Partner, Head of AI Strategy

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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New Enterprise Associates, Inc. (NEA) announced today that Lila Tretikov has joined the firm as Partner, Head of AI Strategy.

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  • New Enterprise Associates, Inc. (NEA) announced today that Lila Tretikov has joined the firm as Partner, Head of AI Strategy.
  • In her newly created role at NEA, Tretikov will spearhead the firm’s strategy to advance AI innovation, adoption and implementation across its portfolio and investing practices, as well as pursue new investment opportunities.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240313803759/en/
    NEA Appoints Lila Tretikov Partner, Head of AI Strategy (Photo: Business Wire)
    “Lila is a leading global AI expert with an extraordinary depth of knowledge, from the most esoteric technical details to productization to its sweeping impact on humanity.
  • Earlier in her career, Tretikov founded several companies in the U.S. and Europe that went public or were successfully acquired.

Gurobi Launches "Gurobi Gives Back" Program to Support Non-Profit Organizations Worldwide

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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Gurobi Optimization, LLC , the leader in decision intelligence technology, is proud to announce the launch of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, "Gurobi Gives Back."

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  • Gurobi Optimization, LLC , the leader in decision intelligence technology, is proud to announce the launch of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, "Gurobi Gives Back."
  • This program provides free, full-featured Gurobi licenses and expert technical guidance for qualifying non-profit organizations working to support at least one of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals.
  • The "Gurobi Gives Back" program aims to equip these organizations with the same powerful, full-featured Gurobi licenses that commercial customers enjoy, but at no cost—ensuring that financial constraints do not hinder their ability to make optimal decisions and maximize their impact.
  • To learn more about the "Gurobi Gives Back" program, please visit the Gurobi website .