Performing arts

CCC, Orgues Létourneau to provide organ for Australian cathedral

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
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OTTAWA, March 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CCC is pleased to announce that it was awarded a contract by the Perth Diocesan Trustees to provide a pipe organ made by Orgues Létourneau to St. George’s Cathedral in Perth, Australia.

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  • OTTAWA, March 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CCC is pleased to announce that it was awarded a contract by the Perth Diocesan Trustees to provide a pipe organ made by Orgues Létourneau to St. George’s Cathedral in Perth, Australia.
  • Through CCC’s government to government (G2G) contract, Orgues Létourneau will design, construct, install, and voice a new pipe organ with an attached three-manual console.
  • Headquartered in Saint-Hyacinthe, Québec, Orgues Létourneau is a Canadian SME (small and mid-size enterprise) that has built more than 140 organs since it was established in 1979.
  • “We are proud to work with CCC to bring our unique tonal design and internationally acclaimed craftsmanship to St. George's Cathedral in Perth.” – Andrew Forrest, President of Orgues Létourneau.

Fiserv Small Business Index™ for March 2024: Seasonal Factors Impact Small Business Sales as Spring Arrives

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
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Fiserv, Inc. (NYSE: FI), a leading global provider of payments and financial services technology, has published the Fiserv Small Business Index™ for March 2024.

Key Points: 
  • Fiserv, Inc. (NYSE: FI), a leading global provider of payments and financial services technology, has published the Fiserv Small Business Index™ for March 2024.
  • The Fiserv Small Business Index is an indicator of the performance of small businesses in the United States at national, state, and industry levels.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240404737908/en/
    March 2024 Fiserv Small Business Index Values (Graphic: Business Wire)
    Nationally, the seasonally adjusted Fiserv Small Business Index decreased one point to 141.
  • Small business sales grew +2.0% year-over-year, while declining -0.8% month-over-month.

SHPE, THE NATION'S LARGEST ORGANIZATION FOR HISPANICS IN STEM, NAMES SUZANNA VALDEZ WOLFE AS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif., April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SHPE (Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers) has named Suzanna Valdez Wolfe as their next Chief Executive Officer. Her resume includes over 30 years of experience in the public, non-profit and private sectors, including several roles during the Clinton-Gore administration, and having been appointed as an advisor on more than a dozen NGO boards, she is an expert in leadership and team development, strategic planning, fundraising and philanthropy, coalition building, and process integration.

Key Points: 
  • As the selection process narrowed the nationwide pool of highly capable applicants, it became clear Suzanna was the right person for SHPE.
  • Prior to that role Ms. Valdez Wolfe served as the first-ever Chief Impact Officer at Taproot Foundation.
  • I am deeply committed to our mission and look forward to closing the gap between Hispanics and STEM."
  • To schedule an interview with Suzanna Valdez Wolfe or with Board Chair Will Davis, please contact Jonathan Ochart at [email protected] .

Children's Minnesota Foundation Board of Directors adds six new members

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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MINNEAPOLIS and ST. PAUL, Minn., March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Children's Minnesota announced today the appointment of six new members to its Foundation board of directors.

Key Points: 
  • MINNEAPOLIS and ST. PAUL, Minn., March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Children's Minnesota announced today the appointment of six new members to its Foundation board of directors.
  • "We are thrilled to welcome such influential leaders from our community to the Foundation board of directors," said Jennifer Soderholm, senior vice president, chief development officer and president of the Children's Minnesota Foundation.
  • The newly appointed Foundation board of directors are:
    Chris Harrington, president and CEO, Ordway Center for the Performing Arts.
  • The following are the Children's Minnesota Foundation Board of Directors Officers and remaining members for 2024:
    Terry Clark, chief marketing officer, UnitedHealth Group; chief marketing and customer officer, Optum.

Allbritton Art Institute & Library moves to UST-Houston Campus

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Friday, March 1, 2024
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The Allbritton Art Institute recently partnered with UST and moved to the campus in Houston’s renowned Museum District.

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  • The Allbritton Art Institute recently partnered with UST and moved to the campus in Houston’s renowned Museum District.
  • in Art History,” said Associate Division Dean for Fine & Performing Arts and Allbritton Art Institute Interim Director Dr. Dominic Aquila.
  • Integral to its mission, the Institute provides opportunities for students to study original works of art.
  • The Allbritton Art Institute offers art history classes, opportunities and funding for students to study abroad, scholarships, world-class art lectures, new art history faculty positions and a library of 4,000 art books.

Varsity Spirit Announces Inaugural DI and DII National School Spirit Championships in 2026

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024
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Recognizing the profound impact of school spirit on student achievement and the community, the National School Spirit Championships will elevate the experience for students, athletes and spectators alike.

Key Points: 
  • Recognizing the profound impact of school spirit on student achievement and the community, the National School Spirit Championships will elevate the experience for students, athletes and spectators alike.
  • With the introduction of the DI and DII National School Spirit Championships, Varsity Spirit remains committed to empowering students and athletes to reach new heights of excellence and camaraderie."
  • The National School Spirit Championships will be the home to the renowned UCA National High School Cheerleading Championship, UDA National Dance Team Championship, and the new National School Band Championship.
  • For more information about the DI and DII National School Spirit Championships, visit varsity.com .

Marching Bands Nationwide Joining Summer Step-Off on Make Music Day

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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NEW YORK, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Make Music Day, the worldwide festival of making music held annually on the summer solstice, will feature a nationwide marching band initiative for the first time at this year's celebration, taking place on Friday, June 21, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • In the spirit of Make Music Day, the piece is uniquely inclusive, with optional parts to accommodate any kind of school musician.
  • Over 3,000 marching bands participated in Together As One, a national collaboration in 2020 between NFHS and MakeMusic Inc, and thousands are expected to join Make Music Day this year.
  • "When I was asked to create this piece for Make Music Day, I was delighted to agree to the project," said Randall Standridge.
  • I thought this was a great way to honor a true music legend, and symbolize the purpose of bringing the larger music community together on Make Music Day."

LMS365 Recognized as Strong Performer in 2024 Fosway 9-Grid™ for Learning Systems Market

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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AARHUS, Denmark, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LMS365, the only AI-powered workplace learning, engagement and performance platform built into Microsoft 365 and Teams, is proud to announce its placement as a "Strong Performer" in the 2024 Fosway 9-Grid™ for Learning Systems. This prestigious recognition underscores LMS365's commitment of bringing together learning, performance and engagement with its purpose-built platform that enables businesses to optimize employee success and achieve greater business outcomes. 

Key Points: 
  • Building on 50% Year Over Year Growth, Europe's #1 HR Analyst Recognizes LMS365 a "Strong Performer" As Organizations Modernize Workforce Learning and Performance Optimization
    AARHUS, Denmark, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LMS365 , the only AI-powered workplace learning, engagement and performance platform built into Microsoft 365 and Teams, is proud to announce its placement as a "Strong Performer" in the 2024 Fosway 9-Grid™ for Learning Systems.
  • Building on last year's placement as "Solid Performer", LMS365 advanced to the Strong Performer category of the 2024 Fosway 9-Grid™ for Learning Systems which further solidifies the company's dedication of providing customers with a suite of AI-powered human productivity tools that unlock the full potential of every employee.
  • "This year's Fosway 9-Grid™ for Learning Systems highlights the growth of innovation across both internal learning and the extended enterprise," said David Wilson, CEO, Fosway Group.
  • Strong Performers, like LMS365, consistently exhibit market excellence and receive strong advocacy from their customers.

LMS365 Recognized as Strong Performer in 2024 Fosway 9-Grid™ for Learning Systems Market

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Monday, March 4, 2024
Growth, Learning, HR, Organization, Performing arts, Trust, Microsoft

AARHUS, Denmark, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LMS365, the only AI-powered workplace learning, engagement and performance platform built into Microsoft 365 and Teams, is proud to announce its placement as a "Strong Performer" in the 2024 Fosway 9-Grid™ for Learning Systems. This prestigious recognition underscores LMS365's commitment of bringing together learning, performance and engagement with its purpose-built platform that enables businesses to optimize employee success and achieve greater business outcomes. 

Key Points: 
  • Building on 50% Year Over Year Growth, Europe's #1 HR Analyst Recognizes LMS365 a "Strong Performer" As Organizations Modernize Workforce Learning and Performance Optimization
    AARHUS, Denmark, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LMS365 , the only AI-powered workplace learning, engagement and performance platform built into Microsoft 365 and Teams, is proud to announce its placement as a "Strong Performer" in the 2024 Fosway 9-Grid™ for Learning Systems.
  • Building on last year's placement as "Solid Performer", LMS365 advanced to the Strong Performer category of the 2024 Fosway 9-Grid™ for Learning Systems which further solidifies the company's dedication of providing customers with a suite of AI-powered human productivity tools that unlock the full potential of every employee.
  • "This year's Fosway 9-Grid™ for Learning Systems highlights the growth of innovation across both internal learning and the extended enterprise," said David Wilson, CEO, Fosway Group.
  • Strong Performers, like LMS365, consistently exhibit market excellence and receive strong advocacy from their customers.

From Animal Encounters to Captivating Cultural Experiences, Spring Break Awaits in The Palm Beaches

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Monday, February 12, 2024
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With over 200 arts and cultural attractions and 47 miles of beaches, The Palm Beaches boast a diverse array of activities that cater to any family's vacation style.

Key Points: 
  • With over 200 arts and cultural attractions and 47 miles of beaches, The Palm Beaches boast a diverse array of activities that cater to any family's vacation style.
  • From thrilling animal encounters to captivating cultural experiences, this tropical paradise continues to be a go-to Spring Break destination.
  • The Cultural Council for Palm Beach County is pleased to share some of the most exciting opportunities for families visiting The Palm Beaches this season.
  • Shrek the Musical (April 26-28, 2024): The Tony Award®-winning SHREK THE MUSICAL is coming to the Palm Beaches for five shows.