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Q32 Bio Appoints Saul Fink, Ph.D. as Chief Technology Officer

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星期二, 十月 24, 2023

WALTHAM, Mass., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Q32 Bio , a clinical stage biotechnology company developing biologic therapeutics to restore immune homeostasis, today announced the appointment of Saul Fink, Ph.D., as Chief Technology Officer.

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  • WALTHAM, Mass., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Q32 Bio , a clinical stage biotechnology company developing biologic therapeutics to restore immune homeostasis, today announced the appointment of Saul Fink, Ph.D., as Chief Technology Officer.
  • Dr. Fink will be responsible for all aspects of Q32 Bio's chemistry, manufacturing and control (CMC)-related activities.
  • "We are thrilled to welcome Saul to the Q32 Bio team to take the helm of our manufacturing operations," said Jodie Morrison, who has assumed the role of Q32's long-term Chief Executive Officer from her previous position as acting CEO.
  • "I am delighted to join Q32 Bio at this exciting stage of the Company's growth," said Dr. Fink.

Technology leader Khurram Sheikh, Chairman & CEO of CXApp Inc. (Nasdaq: CXAI), to deliver Cloud Keynote at the TiEcon 2023 

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星期二, 四月 25, 2023

The title of the keynote will be “Transformational SaaS Platform for Workplace Experiences in the Current Market Environment”.

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  • The title of the keynote will be “Transformational SaaS Platform for Workplace Experiences in the Current Market Environment”.
  • TiEcon 2023, which will take place on May 3-5, 2023, is the world's largest technology-anchored entrepreneurship conference, showcases thought leaders and brings together venture capitalists, corporate business decision makers, next-generation entrepreneurs, and technology firms to inspire and advance entrepreneurship.
  • Ranked among the top 10 conferences worldwide for ideas and entrepreneurship, TiEcon has attracted thousands of entrepreneurs and professionals.
  • TiEcon 2023 will focus on the hottest areas of innovation: artificial intelligence & machine learning, cloud technologies, cybersecurity, healthcare, supply chain, semiconductors and manufacturing.

SANPEC, Inc. is Mac Baldrige Society's newest member

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星期四, 三月 30, 2023

WASHINGTON, March 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SANPEC, located in Tomball, Texas, specializes in design, engineering, testing, inspection, risk management, sustainability, and quality management for critical electric power, lighting, and renewable energy infrastructures, and became the eleventh and newest member of the Mac Baldrige Society, the Trustees of the Baldrige Foundation's Institute for Performance Excellence.

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  • "The Mac Baldrige Society is limited to 20 elite members," continued Faber, "as Trustees of the Institute they demonstrate their commitment and support for the Foundation's mission: to promote organizational performance excellence in the United States and throughout the world by supporting the Baldrige Program."
  • 2023 Baldrige Award for Leadership Excellence winner Sangita Mallik, co-founder and Executive Vice President of SANPEC, said, "We are thrilled to become a founding member of the Mac Baldrige Society® and a Trustee of the Baldrige Institute for Performance Excellence.
  • "As a small business," continued Faber, "the successes SANPEC enjoys due to its commitment to Baldrige is a great lesson for the rest of the economy.
  • "Our commitment to the Baldrige Institute," concluded Mallik, "is based on a belief that Baldrige is perhaps our most important tool for transitioning our economy into a safe, prosperous, healthy, and sustainable future.

TiEcon 2023 Announces John Chambers as Grand Keynote

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星期一, 三月 27, 2023

SANTA CLARA, Calif., March 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TiE Silicon Valley, a not-for-profit dedicated to fostering global entrepreneurship, has announced their in-person TiEcon 2023, which will take place on May 3-5. TiEcon 2023, the world's largest technology-anchored entrepreneurship conference, showcases thought leaders and brings together innovators, corporate business decision makers, next-gen entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, and technology firms to inspire and advance entrepreneurship.

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  • TiE Silicon Valley Celebrates and Announces TiEcon 2023, the World's Largest Entrepreneurship Conference
    Technology Visionary John Chambers, Founder and CEO of JC2 Ventures, to deliver Grand Keynote with Scott Thurm, Senior Editor at The Information.
  • SANTA CLARA, Calif., March 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TiE Silicon Valley , a not-for-profit dedicated to fostering global entrepreneurship, has announced their in-person TiEcon 2023, which will take place on May 3-5.
  • The opening grand keynote speaker on May 4 will be John Chambers, a highly accomplished and honored global technology legend.
  • -John Chambers
    "We are beyond excited to have John Chambers, an iconic leader, to inspire our global audience attending TiEcon 2023."

CENTER FOR FREE ENTERPRISE NAMED TO OASES OF EXCELLENCE NETWORK

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星期一, 三月 6, 2023

The American Council of Trustees and Alumni (ACTA) has named the Center for Free Enterprise & Entrepreneurship at Florida Southern College an Oases of Excellence.

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  • The American Council of Trustees and Alumni (ACTA) has named the Center for Free Enterprise & Entrepreneurship at Florida Southern College an Oases of Excellence.
  • Florida Southern joins 80 elite institutions from across the U.S. and is one of only three schools in Florida included in its Oases of Excellence Network (OEN).
  • In recognition of its invaluable work, ACTA is proud to work of the Center for Free Enterprise & Entrepreneurship as a part of our Oases of Excellence network."
  • Directed by Justin Heacock, the Entrepreneur-in-Residence at Florida Southern, the Center for Free Enterprise & Entrepreneurship aims to instill an entrepreneurial mindset and reinforce free enterprise principles for Florida Southern College and the surrounding community.

THE SHUBERT FOUNDATION GIVES RECORD $37.6 MILLION TO 609 ARTS ORGANIZATIONS NATIONWIDE

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星期三, 六月 22, 2022

NEW YORK, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Shubert Foundation announced today a record $37.6 million in unrestricted grants to not-for-profit theatres, dance companies, academic theatre training programs, and related service agencies. As a leader in funding for the arts the Foundation has also made two $1 million gifts to create endowed scholarships for Theatre students at the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Spelman College and Morehouse College.

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  • "We are delighted to increase both our funding and the number of our grantees this year," said Diana Phillips, President of The Shubert Foundation.
  • "The Shubert Foundation has long supported education in the performing arts, both through our relationship with The New York City Public Schools and our Shubert Scholars Program at colleges and universities," said Chairman Robert E. Wankel.
  • To ensure support to the widest range of recipients, The Shubert Foundation maintains an open-door policy.The Shubert Foundation is also the largest funder of theatre education for the NYC Public Schools.Additionally,the Shubert Scholars Program provides scholarships for students in university programs in theatre arts.
  • Since the establishment of The Shubert Foundation grants program in 1977, more than $575million has been awarded to not-for-profit arts organizations throughout the United States.

TiE Silicon Valley Celebrates 30th Anniversary, Announces TiEcon 2022, World's Largest Entrepreneurship Conference

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星期三, 三月 23, 2022

SANTA CLARA, Calif., March 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TiE Silicon Valley, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to fostering global entrepreneurship, has announced that virtual TiEcon 2022 will be held May 5-7. TiEcon 2022, the world's largest technology-anchored entrepreneurship conference, is expected to attract 50,000 attendees and will showcase global thought leaders and bring together innovators, venture capitalists, and technology firms from around the world to inspire and advance entrepreneurship.

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  • Among the top 10 conferences worldwide for ideas and entrepreneurship, TiEcon has attracted thousands of entrepreneurs and professionals from over 100 countries since its inception.
  • TiEcon 2022 will focus on the hottest areas of innovation including artificial intelligence and machine learning, cloud technologies, crypto, cybersecurity, health, supply chain, sustainability,and many more.
  • - Dr. Albert Bourla
    "We're beyond excited to have Dr. Bourla, an iconic leader, to inspire the audience attending TiEcon 2022."
  • - Vish Mishra, Council of Trustees and former president, TiE Silicon Valley
    "On behalf of the entire TiEcon leadership team and volunteers organizing the conference, we're beyond thrilled to have Dr. Bourla grace the occasion."

TiE Silicon Valley Celebrates 30th Anniversary, Announces TiEcon 2022, World's Largest Entrepreneurship Conference

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星期一, 三月 21, 2022

SANTA CLARA, Calif., March 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --  TiE Silicon Valley, a not-for-profit dedicated to fostering global entrepreneurship, has announced virtual TiEcon 2022, May 5-7. TiEcon 2022, the world's largest technology-anchored entrepreneurship conference, showcases thought leaders and brings together innovators, venture capitalists, and technology firms to inspire and advance entrepreneurship.

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  • Albert Bourla, Chairman and CEO of Pfizer, to deliver Grand Keynote with Rich Karlgaard as the virtual conference targets 50,000 attendees from 100 countries
    SANTA CLARA, Calif., March 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TiE Silicon Valley , a not-for-profit dedicated to fostering global entrepreneurship, has announced virtual TiEcon 2022, May 5-7.
  • TiEcon 2022, the world's largest technology-anchored entrepreneurship conference, showcases thought leaders and brings together innovators, venture capitalists, and technology firms to inspire and advance entrepreneurship.
  • Ranked among the top 10 conferences worldwide for ideas and entrepreneurship, TiEcon has attracted thousands of entrepreneurs and professionals.
  • - Kamal Anand and Dipty Desai, board members and joint conveners chairing TiEcon 2022
    Founded in 1992 by entrepreneurs and executives of South Asian origin in Silicon Valley, TiE is a not-for-profit dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship globally.

Evolution Advisors Announces New President

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星期一, 十一月 29, 2021

Dr. Nunerys appointment will accelerate Evolution Advisors mission of greater access to financial services for minority-owned businesses and diverse communities.

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  • Dr. Nunerys appointment will accelerate Evolution Advisors mission of greater access to financial services for minority-owned businesses and diverse communities.
  • I am inspired by Evolution Advisors mission to ensure that underserved communities across the country receive impactful financial services solutions and education, said Dr. Nunery.
  • Being led by an entrepreneur in Dr. Nunery is critically important as we head into 2022 and Evolution Advisors starts to directly impact diverse communities.
  • I joined Evolution Advisors as a Founding Partner because I believe we will do the hard work necessary to support people and businesses.

FAU’s Adams Center for Entrepreneurship Named Oasis of Excellence by American Council of Trustees and Alumni

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星期一, 十一月 4, 2019

Boca Raton, Nov. 04, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Florida Atlantic Universitys Adams Center for Entrepreneurship has been honored by the American Council of Trustees and Alumni (ACTA) as an Oasis of Excellence.

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  • Boca Raton, Nov. 04, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Florida Atlantic Universitys Adams Center for Entrepreneurship has been honored by the American Council of Trustees and Alumni (ACTA) as an Oasis of Excellence.
  • Named in recognition of FAU graduate and serial entrepreneur Scott H. Adams, the Adams Center for Entrepreneurship brings students, faculty and the community together to fuel the innovation needed to create new venture opportunities in the ever-changing global marketplace.
  • ACTA is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to academic freedom, academic excellence and accountability in higher education.
  • These areas provide opportunities for faculty and students to build upon FAUs existing strengths in research and scholarship.