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Operation Homefront Promotes Karen Smithhart to Chief Human Resources and Diversity Officer

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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SAN ANTONIO, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Operation Homefront's Board of Directors announced that Karen Smithhart has been promoted to Chief Human Resources and Diversity Officer. In this capacity, Smithhart oversees recruitment, hiring and retention, organizational policy, professional development, volunteer management, and the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiative. She will leverage her extensive nonprofit experience background and 15+ years of experience at Operation Homefront to build the exceptionally talented, diverse teams across the organization needed to support its mission to build strong, stable, and secure military families so they can thrive, not simply struggle to get by, in the communities they have worked so hard to protect.

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  • SAN ANTONIO, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Operation Homefront's Board of Directors announced that Karen Smithhart has been promoted to Chief Human Resources and Diversity Officer.
  • In this capacity, Smithhart oversees recruitment, hiring and retention, organizational policy, professional development, volunteer management, and the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiative.
  • Karen began her career with Operation Homefront in 2008 serving as Director of Operations for Texas.
  • Karen has over 37 years in the nonprofit sector with the Girl Scouts, American Red Cross, and Operation Homefront.

GovExec Announces 2024 Government Hall of Fame Inductees

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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WASHINGTON, March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- GovExec, the market-leading sales and marketing intelligence company for government leaders and contractors, unveiled today the 2024 Hall of Fame cohort, which the company will recognize during its annual Evening of Honors Gala hosted for the first time at The Anthem in Washington, D.C., on April 24, 2024.

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  • WASHINGTON, March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- GovExec, the market-leading sales and marketing intelligence company for government leaders and contractors, unveiled today the 2024 Hall of Fame cohort, which the company will recognize during its annual Evening of Honors Gala hosted for the first time at The Anthem in Washington, D.C., on April 24, 2024.
  • Building on Government Executive's more than 50-year history covering the government and public sector, the Government Hall of Fame has become a staple of its mission to acknowledge the current and former officials and industry stakeholders leading its evolution.
  • "This year's Government Hall of Fame inductees are prime examples of the powerful change public servants can instill.
  • In addition to the Government Hall of Fame's 2024 class, the Fed 100 Awards will be presented at GovExec's Evening of Honors Gala.

The Selective Service System and AmeriCorps Forge Partnership Promoting National Service Participation Across America

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Friday, March 8, 2024
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Mr. Spangenberg said, “It’s an honor to join AmeriCorps in this effort to promote national service across America.

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  • Mr. Spangenberg said, “It’s an honor to join AmeriCorps in this effort to promote national service across America.
  • The Selective Service System has already demonstrated its capability to boost awareness of military service opportunities nationwide and we are thrilled to now be expanding our efforts to include national service.
  • This partnership with the Selective Service System allows AmeriCorps to accelerate and expand recruitment and outreach to introduce even more individuals to the transformative power of service.
  • The Selective Service System seeks volunteers to serve on its Local Boards and as State Resource Volunteers.

R&B Artist Eric Benét to Headline Florida AIDS Walk

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240220575726/en/
    R&B singer, actor, and activist Eric Benét will headline AHF's 19th Annual Florida AIDS Walk & Music Festival, an annual spring break event that attracts more than 2,000 attendees and raises $2 million for 13 local nonprofit organizations providing HIV/AIDS services in the South Florida community.
  • Eric Benét signed his first record deal with Warner Bros. Records in 1994 and released his first studio album, True to Myself, in 1996.
  • Other albums include Love & Life, Lost in Time, The One, and the self-titled Eric Benét.
  • “We are honored to have Eric Benét join Florida AIDS Walk and Music Festival as a headlining artist,” said Tracy Jones, AHF Southern Bureau Chief.

Tim Gibbs Appointed to VP, Business Development at FTK

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Friday, February 16, 2024
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FTK Construction Services, a nationwide General Contractor with completed projects in 33 states, is pleased to announce that Tim Gibbs has been appointed Vice President of Business Development, effective 2/1/2024.

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  • FTK Construction Services, a nationwide General Contractor with completed projects in 33 states, is pleased to announce that Tim Gibbs has been appointed Vice President of Business Development, effective 2/1/2024.
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    FTK is pleased to announce the promotion of Tim Gibbs to Vice President of Business Development.
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    Mr. Gibbs has been with FTK Construction Services since 2007 and has been an integral contributor to the Company’s success.
  • To date, his business development efforts for FTK in the Multifamily Space have been focused on Market Rate Projects and Insurance Restorations.

AmeriCorps Releases Latest National Service Reports for US States and Territories

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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Washington, DC, Feb. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and volunteering, released the 2024 National Service Reports.

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  • Washington, DC, Feb. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and volunteering, released the 2024 National Service Reports.
  • The reports detail the financial investments made by AmeriCorps in all fifty states, Washington DC and Puerto Rico.
  • They include profiles that showcase the location of the national service projects, the number of AmeriCorps members and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers serving, the organizations they serve with and other project information from 2023.
  • AmeriCorps offers opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds to be a part of the national service community, grow personally and professionally and receive benefits for their service.

HCA Healthcare Announces the HCA Healthcare Hope Fund Has Awarded $100 Million in Grants to Colleagues in Need

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
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In 2023 alone, more than $11.4 million in assistance was distributed to help more than 3,700 HCA Healthcare colleagues and families.

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  • In 2023 alone, more than $11.4 million in assistance was distributed to help more than 3,700 HCA Healthcare colleagues and families.
  • “This milestone for the HCA Healthcare Hope Fund is possible due to the generosity of our colleagues,” said Joe Flynn, president of the HCA Healthcare Hope Fund.
  • What began as an informal way to help soon evolved into the HCA Healthcare Hope Fund, a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) public charity run by colleagues, for colleagues.
  • The Hope Fund is an essential charitable organization for HCA Healthcare colleagues during devastating natural disasters.

PCCA Appoints Kenneth S. Barrow as General Counsel

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Monday, January 29, 2024
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Houston, Texas, Jan. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PCCA proudly announces the appointment of Kenneth S. Barrow, JD, as its General Counsel.

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  • Houston, Texas, Jan. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PCCA proudly announces the appointment of Kenneth S. Barrow, JD, as its General Counsel.
  • PCCA President Jim Smith expressed enthusiasm about Barrow’s addition: “Ken embodies the spirit of our core values at PCCA.
  • We are thrilled to have Ken join our PCCA family and continue our legacy of supporting compounding pharmacies and the patients they serve.
  • “I am excited to be a part of PCCA, a trailblazer in the compounding industry,” said Barrow.

Painting with a Twist Ranks No. 1 In Entrepreneur Franchise 500 Category and Celebrates Systemwide Growth in 2024

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024
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NEW ORLEANS, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Painting with a Twist, the nation's dominating paint and sip brand, has been named the No. 1 DIY/Paint-&-Sip Studio in Entrepreneur's Franchise 500®, the world's first, best and most comprehensive franchise ranking. This highly sought-after honor in the franchise industry ranks brands on outstanding performance in areas including unit growth, financial strength and stability and brand power. Painting with a Twist dominating the category comes as no surprise after the brand has seen impressive growth throughout the previous year, driven by its commitment to innovate exciting new opportunities to its guests.

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  • 1 DIY/Paint-&-Sip Studio in Entrepreneur's Franchise 500®, the world's first, best and most comprehensive franchise ranking.
  • This highly sought-after honor in the franchise industry ranks brands on outstanding performance in areas including unit growth, financial strength and stability and brand power.
  • Painting with a Twist dominating the category comes as no surprise after the brand has seen impressive growth throughout the previous year, driven by its commitment to innovate exciting new opportunities to its guests.
  • In addition to being top in its category, Painting with a Twist was listed in the overall Entrepreneur Franchise 500 ranking.

The Campus of Care Global Launches Initiative to Improve Maternal Health, Supporting Mothers Globally

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Thursday, November 30, 2023
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Breaking Barriers and Building Bridges: Campus of Care's Pioneering Effort to Revolutionize Maternal Health on a Global Scale

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  • Dallas, Texas--(Newsfile Corp. - November 30, 2023) - The Campus of Care Global Healthcare Corporation, at the forefront of maternal health and community well-being, proudly introduces a revolutionary global initiative.
  • Recognizing the interconnected challenges mothers face worldwide, the Campus of Care aims to bridge gaps and address disparities on a global scale.
  • "As a clinical research professional, I am proud to lead Campus of Care in this global initiative.
  • By focusing on these four pillars, Campus of Care aims to address maternal health disparities comprehensively.