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GNS Appoints John Maraganore as Chair of the Board

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Thursday, November 3, 2022
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Maraganore, who became a strategic advisor to GNS in June 2022 succeeds Timothy Thompson, who served as Executive Chair since 2020.

Key Points: 
  • Maraganore, who became a strategic advisor to GNS in June 2022 succeeds Timothy Thompson, who served as Executive Chair since 2020.
  • From his roles at Biogen to Millennium Pharmaceuticals to Alnylam, John is the rare individual who has brought innovation to market.
  • "I would like also to thank our outgoing Board Chair, Timothy Thompson, who will remain on the board, for his dedication and valuable service to GNS."
  • Dr. Maraganore is Chair Emeritus and a member of the Board of the Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO), where he was Chair from 2017-2019.

Michael O’Sullivan Elected to the Board of Directors of New Jersey Resources

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Monday, October 31, 2022
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The board of directors of New Jersey Resources (NYSE: NJR) today announced the unanimous election of Michael OSullivan, former senior vice president of Development at NextEra Energy Resources (NextEra), to the board.

Key Points: 
  • The board of directors of New Jersey Resources (NYSE: NJR) today announced the unanimous election of Michael OSullivan, former senior vice president of Development at NextEra Energy Resources (NextEra), to the board.
  • Mr. OSullivan is a recognized leader in the energy industry with significant executive management experience in finance, development, operations, regulatory and ESG.
  • There are no two people of higher integrity than David and Bobby, said Don Correll, Chairman of the NJR board of directors.
  • I am grateful for their thoughtful, independent leadership and unique perspective that has provided a lasting contribution to our board and helped shape New Jersey Resources growth and success.

GTCR Announces Several Promotions

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Monday, October 31, 2022
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CHICAGO, Oct. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- GTCR, a leading private equity firm, announced today the promotion of Luke Marker, Stephen Master and KJ McConnell to Managing Director. These three long-tenured investment professionals have contributed significantly to numerous GTCR investments while helping build the firm's culture and franchise.  Additionally, GTCR announced the promotions of two investment professionals, Christopher Smith and Geoffrey Tresley, to Principal as well as the hiring of Ashwin Krishnan as a Principal.  

Key Points: 
  • These three long-tenured investment professionals have contributed significantly to numerous GTCR investments while helping build the firm's culture and franchise.
  • Additionally, GTCR announced the promotions of two investment professionals, Christopher Smith and Geoffrey Tresley, to Principal as well as the hiring of Ashwin Krishnan as a Principal.
  • Promoted to Managing Director from Principal:
    Mr. Marker joined GTCR in 2009.
  • Since its inception, GTCR has invested more than $24 billion in over 270 companies, and the firm currently manages over $27 billion in equity capital.

EQS-News: American Rebel (NASDAQ: AREB) Acquires Industry Powerhouse Champion Safe

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Friday, October 28, 2022
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American Rebel was founded in 2014 and first appeared on the safe scene in 2019 and has since developed into a recognizable brand.

Key Points: 
  • American Rebel was founded in 2014 and first appeared on the safe scene in 2019 and has since developed into a recognizable brand.
  • Speaking on the acquisition, Grau said American Rebel is proud to partner with Champion Safe and continues to work with company President Ray Crosby.
  • The Champion Safe brand is more than a big name to American Rebel.
  • Hes confident in the added value Champion Safe brings to American Rebel and that the partnership will prove advantageous to the business.

National Down Syndrome Society Announces New Board Members

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Wednesday, October 26, 2022
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Washington D.C., Oct. 26, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS), the leading human rights organization for all individuals with Down syndrome, is pleased to announce new additions to its Board of Directors.

Key Points: 
  • Washington D.C., Oct. 26, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS), the leading human rights organization for all individuals with Down syndrome, is pleased to announce new additions to its Board of Directors.
  • I am extremely proud and honored to continue to support the work of NDSS and the Down syndrome community with these fantastic additions to our Board, stated Board Chairwoman, Tiffany Barfield.
  • This board position was created for a female with Down syndrome and was established in memory of Mia Peterson, a dedicated advocate who was the first individual with Down syndrome to serve on the NDSS board.
  • The National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) is the leading human rights organization for all individuals with Down syndrome.

FOX News Media to Present Live Coverage and Special Programming Surrounding the 2022 Midterm Elections

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Thursday, October 27, 2022
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FOX News Channel (FNC) will present special live coverage of the 2022 midterm elections on Tuesday, November 8th beginning at 6 PM/ET.

Key Points: 
  • FOX News Channel (FNC) will present special live coverage of the 2022 midterm elections on Tuesday, November 8th beginning at 6 PM/ET.
  • Leading up to Election Day, FNC will present live coverage and special programming.
  • FOX Business Network (FBN) will simulcast FNCs special live coverage of the 2022 midterm elections, beginning at 6PM/ET, and provide live updates complete with domestic and international market reactions as results come in.
  • FOX News Media operates the FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX Business Network (FBN), FOX News Digital, FOX News Audio, FOX News Books, the direct-to-consumer streaming services FOX Nation and FOX News International and the free ad-supported television service FOX Weather.

Raven SR Board Elects Two New Directors from Ascent Fund and Chevron

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Thursday, October 27, 2022
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PINEDALE, Wyo., Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Raven SR Inc. ( Raven SR ), a renewable fuels company, announced today the election of Mark Gordon of Ascent Fund and Michael Hoban of Chevron New Energies to its Board of Directors.

Key Points: 
  • PINEDALE, Wyo., Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Raven SR Inc. ( Raven SR ), a renewable fuels company, announced today the election of Mark Gordon of Ascent Fund and Michael Hoban of Chevron New Energies to its Board of Directors.
  • Gordon succeeds David Wu, co-founder and president of Ascent Fund, and Hoban succeeds Michael Ruddock, hydrogen business development manager at Chevron.
  • Ascent Fund and Chevron are strategic investors in Raven SR, a privately held U.S.-based company developing renewable fuels projects around the globe.
  • Using its proprietary, non-combustion, non-catalytic "Steam/CO2 Reformation" technology, Raven SR dependably produces a hydrogen-rich syngas regardless of feedstock utilized.

Nearly 9 Out Of 10 Parents Want Schools To Do Much More To Educate Kids About Internet Safety Risks

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Thursday, October 27, 2022
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NEW YORK, Oct. 27, 2022  /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A new nationwide study conducted by the The New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (The NYSPCC), the nation's oldest child protection agency, reveals there is a high level of support for schools to play a more significant role in educating children about the risks associated with use of the internet. According to parents with children under age 18, internet safety is not being addressed by schools—only 19% of parents surveyed indicate their children's schools provided teaching on internet safety and risks during the prior school year (2021-22), while 41% don't know if schools have addressed this topic with students and 23% say it has not been taught. Overall, 86% of parents favor having schools conduct annual sessions with children and teens about internet safety and risks.

Key Points: 
  • A new study reveals parents want schools to play a bigger role in educating children about internet safety.
  • Overall, 86% of parents favor having schools conduct annual sessions with children and teens about internet safety and risks.
  • "Our schools have an inherent responsibility to teach children about internet safety and it's clear that parents want schools to play a bigger role in helping keep students safe," said Mary Pulido, PhD., Executive director of The NYSPCC.
  • Parents who favor having schools provide annual sessions on internet safety to students also identify numerous topics they believe are important to address with students.

TC BioPharm Announces Key Additions to Scientific Advisory Board, Expanding Cell Therapy Expertise

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Wednesday, October 26, 2022
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EDINBURGH, Scotland, Oct. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TC BioPharm (Holdings) PLC ("TC BioPharm" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: TCBP) (NASDAQ: TCBPW), a clinical stage biotechnology company developing platform allogeneic gamma-delta T cell therapies for cancer treatment, today announced the company has completed its scientific advisory board (SAB) to advance new therapeutic trials and establish strategic relationships within the cell therapy sector.

Key Points: 
  • "Current advancements within cell therapy represent an exciting leap forward in advancing our ability to understand and treat various blood cancers," said Dr. Mark Bonyhadi, Scientific Advisory Board member at TC BioPharm.
  • At Juno, she was instrumental in building the CAR T cell development platform for several multiple myeloma CAR T cell programs.
  • Dr Uma Lakshmipathy, Ph D.,is the Head of Patheon Translation Services and cell therapy R&D for Pharma Services Group at Thermo Fisher Scientific.
  • TC BioPharm is the leader in developing gamma-delta T cell therapies, and the first company to conduct phase II/pivotal clinical studies in oncology.

Zing Health Names Whitaker Executive Chairman, Clifton CEO in Growth Transition

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022
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CHICAGO, Oct. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Zing Health founder Dr. Eric E. Whitaker will expand the company's collaboration with key stakeholders in the new role of Executive Chairman and transition his operational role as the company's CEO to President Andrew Clifton.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, Oct. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Zing Health founder Dr. Eric E. Whitaker will expand the company's collaboration with key stakeholders in the new role of Executive Chairman and transition his operational role as the company's CEO to President Andrew Clifton.
  • Whitaker and Clifton will work closely together to ensure a seamless leadership transition that continues the Medicare startup's exponential growth.
  • Clifton, an innovator in Medicare Advantage plans at Advise Insurance, WellCare Health Plans and Centene Corp., joined Zing Health as president in July.
  • "Dr. Whitaker will continue to be a great mentor for me, and we'll be partners in advancing Zing Health going forward," Clifton said.