Hillary Clinton

Wellesley College Announces Hillary Rodham Clinton Center for Citizenship, Leadership, and Democracy

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Saturday, April 6, 2024

WELLESLEY, Mass., April 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wellesley College today will announce the launch of the Hillary Rodham Clinton Center for Citizenship, Leadership, and Democracy, designed to prepare the next generation of citizens and civic leaders.

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  • WELLESLEY, Mass., April 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wellesley College today will announce the launch of the Hillary Rodham Clinton Center for Citizenship, Leadership, and Democracy , designed to prepare the next generation of citizens and civic leaders.
  • Named for the 1969 Wellesley graduate who went on to serve as U.S. secretary of state (2009–2013), U.S. senator from New York (2001–2009), and first lady of the United States (1993–2001), the Hillary Rodham Clinton Center is designed to empower Wellesley students from all disciplines with the skills they need to live a civic life.
  • Wellesley College President Paula A. Johnson will introduce the new center today during a summit at the College, " Renewing Democracy: Women Leading the Way ."
  • In prepared remarks for the summit, President Johnson noted, "At a time when democracy is challenged, the Hillary Rodham Clinton Center will play a vital role in preparing the next generation of civic innovators and citizen-leaders that our world and our democracy needs.

Central Arkansas Library System Breaks Ground on New Solar Array

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Friday, September 17, 2021

LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, Sept. 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- This Friday, the Central Arkansas Library System (CALS) broke ground on a new solar array.

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  • LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, Sept. 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- This Friday, the Central Arkansas Library System (CALS) broke ground on a new solar array.
  • The renewable energy will create savings and help the Library System accomplish its goals of operating sustainably and promoting green practices throughout the state.
  • The project, completed under budget, produced enough energy savings to pay for the original project as well as fund a 66kW solar array at the Hillary Rodham Clinton Children's Library & Learning Center with the remaining capital.
  • To foster the Library System's eco-friendly culture even further, the Green Team, a group of CALS staff, spearheads green strategies.

Teamsters Joint Council 83 Endorses Terry McAuliffe For Governor

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021

RICHMOND, Va., July 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Today, Teamsters Joint Council 83 announced its support for Terry McAuliffe for governor.

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  • RICHMOND, Va., July 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Today, Teamsters Joint Council 83 announced its support for Terry McAuliffe for governor.
  • Joint Council 83 represents workers across Virginia in industries including delivery, logistics, public services, ports and construction.
  • During his previous term as governor, Terry McAuliffe created 200,000 good-paying jobs in the commonwealth, drove unemployment down in every county, and raised personal income by 14 percent.
  • Terry McAuliffe is the only candidate for Governor of Virginia who will fight for the state's working families
    "Virginia Teamsters braved the frontline of the pandemic to keep our commonwealth's economy moving," said Terry McAuliffe.

Secretary Hillary Rodham Clinton Announces New Vital Voices Global Headquarters for Women’s Leadership & Digital Twin on the occasion of the UN Generation Equality Forum

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Wednesday, June 30, 2021

Washington, DC, June 30, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vital Voices co-founder Secretary Hillary Rodham Clinton announcedthe womens leadership organizations commitments to furthering the Sustainable Development Goals on the occasion of the Generation Equality forum, including the exciting opening of the Vital Voices Global Headquarters for Womens Leadership.

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  • Washington, DC, June 30, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vital Voices co-founder Secretary Hillary Rodham Clinton announcedthe womens leadership organizations commitments to furthering the Sustainable Development Goals on the occasion of the Generation Equality forum, including the exciting opening of the Vital Voices Global Headquarters for Womens Leadership.
  • Officially opening on International Womens Day, March 8, 2022, the Vital Voices Global Headquarters for Womens Leadership will be a collaborative and inclusive space designed for all women, everywhere.
  • Vital Voices Global Partnership is an international womens leadership organization dedicated to investing in women leaders who are tackling the worlds most challenging problems.
  • For more details on the Vital Voices Global Headquarters for Womens Leadership, please see the VVHQ Prospectus .

Stertil-Koni Names Industrial Sales Pro Glenn Orn to Newly Created Post of Northeast Regional Sales Manager

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Tuesday, June 29, 2021

In this position, Orn, brings more than 26 years of top industrial sales experience to the role, having most recently served as Eastern Regional Sales Manager for a leading manufacturer of industrial sheet rubber.

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  • In this position, Orn, brings more than 26 years of top industrial sales experience to the role, having most recently served as Eastern Regional Sales Manager for a leading manufacturer of industrial sheet rubber.
  • There, he oversaw five independent sales agencies across 32 states and worked with multiple distributors to grow company sales by 100 percent during a seven-year tenure.
  • Orn studied Civil Engineering at Central New England College and earned a business degree at Quinsigamond Community College in Massachusetts.
  • He, his wife, and children live in Clinton, Connecticut, where Glenn enjoys spending time with them at the beach and traveling.

The Roanoke College Poll: McAuliffe and Herring Hold Comfortable Leads for Governor and Attorney General

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Friday, June 4, 2021

Terry McAuliffe and Attorney General Mark Herring hold strong leads in the races for the Democratic nomination for governor and attorney general in Virginia, each registering 49% support from likely voters in Tuesday's primary election, according to The Roanoke College Poll.

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  • Terry McAuliffe and Attorney General Mark Herring hold strong leads in the races for the Democratic nomination for governor and attorney general in Virginia, each registering 49% support from likely voters in Tuesday's primary election, according to The Roanoke College Poll.
  • Jennifer Carroll Foy trails McAuliffe with 11%; Sen. Jennifer McClellan has the support of 9% of likely voters, while Lt. Gov.
  • Jay Jones is far behind Herring with 20% of voters saying they will vote for him for attorney general.
  • "To the surprise of few, McAuliffe and Herring appear headed for victory on Tuesday," said Dr. Harry Wilson, Senior Political Analyst of the Roanoke College Poll.

Termeer Foundation Expands Leadership Team to Foster Ongoing Support and Recognition of Future Biopharmaceutical Industry Leaders

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Monday, March 29, 2021

As part of the Termeer Foundation's executive leadership team she will be responsible for a myriad of functions including business strategy, fundraising, program development, partnerships, donor relations, and outreach.

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  • As part of the Termeer Foundation's executive leadership team she will be responsible for a myriad of functions including business strategy, fundraising, program development, partnerships, donor relations, and outreach.
  • "It is an honor to join the Termeer Foundation and help continue the legacy and work of one of the industry's most influential leaders, Henri Termeer, "said Ms. Smith.
  • I am impressed with this commitment and the wealth of opportunities and innovative programming it affords these future leaders."
  • Ms. Smith joins the Termeer Foundation from the Clinton Foundation where she served as Chief Executive Officer, Clinton Health Matters Initiative.

Anthropologie Announces She's The First, A Global Non-Profit Focused On Girls' Education, As Key 2021 Philanthropic Partner

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Monday, March 8, 2021

PHILADELPHIA, March 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Anthropologie is pleased to announce a year-round philanthropic partnership with 501 (c)(3) non-profit charitable organization, She's the First .

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  • PHILADELPHIA, March 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Anthropologie is pleased to announce a year-round philanthropic partnership with 501 (c)(3) non-profit charitable organization, She's the First .
  • "As we aim to expand our operations, we are so grateful to Anthropologie for selecting She's the First as a partner!
  • Throughout 2021, Anthropologie will highlight She's the First and provide opportunities for members of their community to drive their mission forward.
  • Diane von Furstenberg has recognized STF with a DVF Award and Chelsea Clinton honored them at Clinton Global Initiative U.

Code for America Names Emily K. Tracy Chief Revenue Officer

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Wednesday, January 13, 2021

SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Code for America has named Emily K. Tracy as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO), reporting to CEO Amanda Renteria.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Code for America has named Emily K. Tracy as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO), reporting to CEO Amanda Renteria.
  • "We're excited to welcome Emily as our new Chief Revenue Officer, where she will lead Code for America's efforts to scale as we enter our second decade,"said Code for America CEO Amanda Renteria.
  • "Code for America has been at the forefront of the movement to reimagine government for more than a decade," said Tracy.
  • Prior to joining Code for America, Emily served as the Chief Development Officer at Polaris, the leading anti-trafficking organization in the U.S. where she oversaw planning, growth, and diversification of revenue, including institutional funding, individual support, and earned revenue.

Barack Obama's "A Promised Land" Leads Rising Nonfiction Book Sales in 2020, The NPD Group Says

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Wednesday, December 9, 2020

The title with the second highest first-week sales was "Becoming," by former First Lady Michelle Obama (711,000), followed by "My Life," by President Bill Clinton (606,000), according to The NPD Group ( http://www.npd.com ).

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  • The title with the second highest first-week sales was "Becoming," by former First Lady Michelle Obama (711,000), followed by "My Life," by President Bill Clinton (606,000), according to The NPD Group ( http://www.npd.com ).
  • "From political memoirs, to nonfiction books about race, to political commentary and opinion, U.S. readers were reading books at a higher rate than usual."
  • The top-growing sub-category was general non-fiction, which rose by 5.2 million units, year over year comprising 25% of all adult non-fiction sales gains.
  • History and political science book sales rose more than 3.2 million units, year over year, contributing to 16% of adult non-fiction gains so far this year.