“I have always been an advocate of providing our residents with access to safe, stable, quality affordable housing. We know that quality housing for all is directly linked to healthy, thriving, and connected communities,” said Mayor Andre Dickens. “My administration has a plan to build or preserve 20,000 affordable housing units by 2030 and collaborations and partnerships that create housing like this help us get closer toward that goal.”
The 646 Echo Street project is generously funded by the James M. Cox Foundation, the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation, WFF Impact Fund, and Invest Atlanta. Development partners Kronberg Urbanists + Architects and oaksATL bring their expertise to this transformative initiative. With almost a decade of experience in equitable neighborhood revitalization, WFF is focused on the urgent demand to increase housing for renters, aspiring homeowners, and provide property tax assistance for legacy residents.
Through its signature program Home on the Westside, the organization prioritizes residents with key “live, work, learn” connections to the historic neighborhoods it serves (English Avenue, Vine City, Ashview Heights, Atlanta University Center and Just Us). This helps to ensure that as Atlanta’s Westside re-populates, legacy residents will be able to take part in its future prosperity. To fully realize this vision, WFF has launched its Our Next Chapter campaign with the ambitious goal to raise $55 million through Atlanta’s philanthropic community. The organization is currently halfway to its goal thanks to the generous support of the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation, Chick-fil-A, Inc., The Coca-Cola Foundation, The Home Depot, Inc. and many others.
“Today marks a pivotal moment for the historic Westside. This project is a testament to our enduring commitment to preserving and revitalizing our legacy neighborhoods by providing high-quality, affordable housing options for our residents,” said John Ahmann, President & CEO of Westside Future Fund. “We are deeply grateful to our partners and funders for their unwavering support in making this vision a reality. Together, we are not just building homes, but we are building community, where every resident can thrive and contribute to the area’s vibrant future.”
Located near the Westside Beltline Connector Trail and Echo Street West, this development not only enhances accessibility to recreational and commercial amenities but also reinforces the city’s broader efforts to foster inclusive growth and community development.
WFF is currently developing an additional 104 high-quality, affordable housing units, in both new construction and substantial rehab projects, throughout its service footprint.
All media who would like to attend the groundbreaking ceremony at 646 Echo Street are asked to RSVP with Candace Wheeler at [email protected].
Project Details
Total Units: 24
ADA Units: 2
Affordable Units Breakdown:
20% of units at 30% Area Median Income (AMI)
30% of units at 60% AMI
50% of units at 80% AMI
Building Characteristics: Two three-story buildings, one with brick face
Projected Completion Date: September 2025
About Westside Future Fund Westside Future Fund (WFF) is a community-based organization focused on holistic and equitable neighborhood revitalization on the historic Westside. Uniquely anchored in and inspired by its service footprint of English Avenue, Vine City, Ashview Heights, Atlanta University Center, and Just Us, it serves those with live, work, learn connections by restoring quality of life and delivering access to affordable housing. Through its signature program Home on the Westside, WFF develops permanently affordable high-quality single-family residences and multifamily housing and empowers homeownership through financing assistance and property tax assistance for legacy residents. Learn more about how you can partner with WFF for Our Next Chapter. Follow us on Facebook (@westsidefuturefund), Instagram (@westsidefuturefund), and Twitter (@WFFAtlanta), or visit westsidefuturefund.org.
Sunset Manor, Inc. is a Michigan 501(c)(3) organization that was established in 1973 to care for the elderly residents of west Michigan and beyond. Sunset owns and operates four facilities located in Jenison, Grandville, and Grand Haven, Michigan. Per the 2023 LeadingAge Ziegler 200, Sunset Manor, Inc. is the 138th largest not-for-profit senior living provider in the nation with a total of 696 units consisting of 384 independent living units and 312 assisted living units.
Steven Bossenbroek, CFO, Sunset Manor, Inc., stated, “The Ziegler team provided Sunset with valuable expertise in a complex transaction – exploring multiple strategies to ensure Sunset landed on the most efficient and effective financing structure. From issuer selection to bond modeling, to swap strategy, Ziegler stepped up to help Sunset finance this Series in a way that supports our mission of providing compassionate care for senior adults in the spirit of Christian love.”
The Series 2024 Bonds consist of four sub-series: $20,700,000 in revenue refunding bonds (Series 2024A-1), $6,000,000 in revenue bonds (Series 2024A-2), $20,400,000 in revenue refunding bonds (Series 2024B-1), and $5,000,000 in revenue bonds (Series 2024B-2). The proceeds of the Series 2024 Bonds will be used to (i) refinance its existing debt, (ii) finance $11 million for capital expenditures; and (iii) pay for costs of issuance associated with the financing. Two banks were used to deliver the capital for the 2024 financing, including West Michigan Community Bank on the Series 2024A-1 and A-2 Bonds and ChoiceOne Bank on the 2024B1 and B-2 Bonds, a new lender to Sunset. Ziegler also served as swap advisor on a swap termination as well as on a new trade.
Tom Meyers, Senior Managing Director in Ziegler Senior Living Finance Practice stated, “It was a pleasure to work again with Sunset Manor on behalf of its residents and its mission to serve seniors. There were several moving parts to manage in this plan of finance which included introducing a new bank, working with an existing bank, refunding of existing debt, the addition of new money, swap terminations, the pricing of new swaps and the involvement of a national municipal issuer.” Meyers added, “Ziegler is well known in completing complex financing structures for its clients.”
Ziegler has served Sunset Manor four times prior to the July 2024 transaction with a total par of $94,085,000 since 1995. The Series 2024 Bonds represents Ziegler’s fifth financing for Sunset Manor, Inc. The Ziegler Investment Banking team members responsible for the relationship and involved in this transaction are Tom Meyers, Jason Choi, Jeff Sturla & Scott Determan.
Ziegler is the nation’s leading underwriter of financing for not-for-profit senior living providers. Ziegler offers creative, tailored solutions to its senior living clientele, including investment banking, financial risk management, merger and acquisition services, seed capital, FHA/HUD, capital and strategic planning as well as senior living research, education, and communication. For more information about Ziegler, please visit us at http://www.ziegler.com.
About Ziegler: Ziegler is a privately held, national boutique investment bank, capital markets and proprietary investments firm. It has a unique focus on healthcare, senior living and education sectors, as well as general municipal and structured finance. Headquartered in Chicago with regional and branch offices throughout the U.S., Ziegler provides its clients with capital raising, strategic advisory services, fixed income sales, underwriting and trading as well as Ziegler Credit, Surveillance and Analytics. To learn more, visit http://www.ziegler.com.
Certain comments in this news release represent forward-looking statements made pursuant to the provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. This client’s experience may not be representative of the experience of other clients, nor is it indicative of future performance or success. The forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, in particular, the overall financial health of the securities industry, the strength of the healthcare sector of the U.S. economy and the municipal securities marketplace, the ability of the Company to underwrite and distribute securities, the market value of mutual fund portfolios and separate account portfolios advised by the Company, the volume of sales by its retail brokers, the outcome of pending litigation, and the ability to attract and retain qualified employees.
WideOrbit announces the promotion of Susie Hedrick to the position of Chief Executive Officer.
SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — WideOrbit LLC, one of the market leaders in media revenue workflow management, today announced the promotion of Susie Hedrick to the position of Chief Executive Officer. WideOrbit’s Founder and current CEO, Eric Mathewson, will continue in his strategic role as a member of the Board of Directors for Lumine Group Inc. (TSXV:LMN), the ultimate parent company of WideOrbit. WideOrbit was acquired by Lumine Group in February 2023.
In her new role, Hedrick will lead WideOrbit into its next phase of growth and innovation. This transition marks a significant milestone in the company’s journey, underscoring its commitment to a future of leadership excellence and strategic vision.
Susie Hedrick brings over 25 years of experience in media technology, having previously served as CEO at vCreative, Senior Vice President of Sales at WideOrbit, and various positions in media and technology companies. She has been instrumental in developing and driving WideOrbit’s strategy and has a proven track record in driving operational success.
“I am thrilled to see Susie Hedrick step into the role of CEO,” said Eric Mathewson. “She has been a vital part of our leadership team, earning the trust and confidence of the WideOrbit team and our customers. WideOrbit is very well positioned for the future with a great team and an innovative set of products that will help drive client revenues and profit. I am confident that under Susie’s guidance, WideOrbit will continue to thrive and innovate, and I look forward to following WideOrbit’s accomplishments for many years into the future.”
“I’m honored to become WideOrbit’s CEO,” said Hedrick. “Eric and our incredible team at WideOrbit have built a strong foundation. I’m excited to continue that work, strengthening customer relationships and delivering value through innovative technology.”
About WideOrbit
WideOrbit helps media companies do more business by making it easier to buy and sell advertising. WideOrbit ties everything together from pitch to payment in an evolving digital and linear media landscape. For more information visit www.wideorbit.com.
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Travelers Want Their Travel Dollars to Positively Impact Local Communities
The increasing frequency of climate-related events, such as wildfires and rising sea levels, coupled with a growing awareness of social justice issues, has prompted travelers to seek ways to give back to the communities they visit. According to Kind Traveler’s 2022 Impact Tourism Report, 97 percent of travelers desire their travel dollars to positively impact the communities they visit, and 75 percent believe traveling sustainably enhances their vacation experience. Despite this, half of travelers feel uncertain about how to start, leading to a big gap between intent and action.
“The Every Stay Gives Back program is a natural progression in our commitment to stewardship and sustainability, aiming to enhance the positive impact of travel on our community,” said Visit Oceanside CEO Leslee Gaul. “Research shows that visitors want to support the communities they visit, and this program offers an easy and effortless way to do so while enjoying an unforgettable stay along the beautiful Oceanside coast.”
Local Charity Beneficiaries
Kind Traveler’s Every Stay Gives Back program in Oceanside benefits WILDCOAST and the Berry Good Food Foundation, both essential for the well-being of Oceanside. WILDCOAST is an international team that conserves coastal and marine ecosystems and addresses climate change through natural solutions. A portion of funds raised is earmarked for Oceanside’s Coastal Dunes Restoration Project, which will restore coastal dune habitat using green engineering to help the coastline hang on to sandy resources. The Berry Good Food Foundation’s initiatives include promoting sustainable agriculture, increasing access to healthy food, and supporting local farmers and producers. Together, these organizations work to protect Oceanside’s natural beauty and promote sustainable practices, ensuring a vibrant future for the community and its environment.
Participating Lodging Partners:
Marbella, Beachfront Only Vacation Rentals, and Stay Coastal Vacations are the pioneering lodging partners joining Kind Traveler’s Every Stay Gives Back program with Visit Oceanside, which is dedicated to advancing responsible tourism in Oceanside. This partnership marks a revolutionary step for Kind Traveler as it is the first time they have collaborated with vacation rental management groups, expanding their impact beyond traditional hotels. Marbella offers a luxurious and eco-friendly stay, Beachfront Only provides upscale oceanfront properties with eco-friendly features, and Stay Coastal Vacations offers stylish accommodations focusing on sustainable practices. Based on average annual occupancy rates for Oceanside vacation rental properties, Oceanside’s Kind Traveler program could generate over $17,000 yearly to support local causes. Both Kind Traveler and Visit Oceanside seek to add new lodging partners to the program to unite responsible travel efforts across the City and scale the positive impact potential.
Building Measurable Positive Impact Metrics
The program empowers travel dollars to fund the local charity beneficiaries with every guest stay, aligning with the UN Global Goals for Sustainable Development. Kind Traveler verifies and tracks monthly donations to local charities, providing transparent and real-time reporting to communicate their initiatives effectively to guests and stakeholders.
For example, with Marbella and Stay Coastal Vacations, one dollar per night is donated to WILDCOAST. For every $10 donated, WILDCOAST can restore coastal habitat for one native wildlife creature, advancing ocean and dune conservation efforts in Oceanside. Native wildlife coastal species that play a critical part in Oceanside’s local ecosystem include pelicans, cormorants, egrets, herons, shore crabs, and more.
With Beachfront Only Vacation Rentals, two dollars per stay is donated to the Berry Good Food Foundation. For every $10 donated, the foundation can provide a student with fresh ingredients to participate in a garden-to-table cooking class, promoting healthy food systems and sustainable agriculture in the community.
In the first two months after a soft launch, these initiatives have already directed $2,424 in donations to Berry Good Food Foundation and WILDCOAST. In the soft launch,130 students participated in its garden-to-table cooking class, enhancing Oceanside’s efforts to promote sustainable food systems. With WILDCOAST, the donations restored coastal habitats for 109 native wildlife creatures.
Oceanside: A Commitment to Responsible Tourism
The launch of Love O’side and Kind Traveler’s Every Stay Gives Back program aligns with Visit Oceanside’s Sustainable Tourism Master Plan (STMP), promoting responsible tourism growth to benefit the economy, environment, and local community.
“Travelers require a continual fuel of inspiration to motivate responsible travel choices. Kind Traveler is delighted to provide visitors with an exciting new way to empower their next vacation in Oceanside and help create a powerful legacy of purposeful change,” said Jessica Blotter, Co-Founder & CEO of Kind Traveler.
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ABOUT KIND TRAVELER Kind Traveler is an internationally acclaimed, responsible travel platform that empowers travelers to create positive change in local communities by supporting environmental and social initiatives through their stay with participating lodging and charity partners. Kind Traveler advances its mission through a diverse portfolio of over 350 hotel, destination, and charity partners in 25 countries. As a pioneering women-and-veteran-owned public benefit corporation in responsible tourism since 2016, Kind Traveler has fostered a culture of giving back in the hospitality industry, helping to build measurable sustainability metrics for destinations. In a groundbreaking move for 2023, Kind Traveler launched its Every Stay Gives Back community impact program, ensuring every guest stay funds local charities with participating lodging partners, no matter where the booking originates. Remarkably, 100% of the funds go directly to the participating charities, amplifying the positive impact on local communities. A Blue Startups portfolio company, Kind Traveler’s innovative approach has been cited in 600+ news articles and has earned global awards from prestigious organizations, including Fast Company, Travel + Leisure, Newsweek, Lufthansa Innovation Hub, and UNWTO. Discover how to make a meaningful difference on your next vacation by visiting KindTraveler.com.
ABOUT VISIT OCEANSIDE
Visit Oceanside Conference and Visitors Bureau is the trusted travel authority for Oceanside, California. As Oceanside’s official tourism marketing organization, Visit Oceanside promotes travel to the city for both leisure and group visitors. The organization influences about one-third of the $589 million that is generated by visitor spending in Oceanside each year, which supports nearly 3,900 jobs. Visit Oceanside also operates one of the state’s official California Welcome Centers. With just one stop, visitors can find local, regional and state maps, purchase discount tickets to major Southern California attractions, make hotel reservations or shop for the perfect California keepsake. The Visit Oceanside CVB and California Welcome Center- Oceanside are conveniently located just off Interstate 5 at 928 North Coast Highway. For more information, please call (800) 350-7873 or visit www.visitoceanside.org
ABOUT OCEANSIDE
Perfectly situated between metropolitan San Diego and Los Angeles, Oceanside is Southern California’s most authentic beach town. Visitors enjoy a quintessential California coastal escape, including wide sandy beaches, a quaint New England-style harbor, a historic wooden pier, and charming bungalow neighborhoods. O’side (as locals affectionately call it) is a destination of discovery where visitors can explore everything from California history at the “King of Missions” to surf culture at the California Surf Museum and awe-inspiring sea life through exciting ocean adventures. This playful and fun destination thrives on taking recreation to the next level and boasts world-class surfing, skateboarding, bike riding, boating and even skydiving. A flourishing food and craft beer scene reflects Oceanside’s creative and entrepreneurial spirit, as do exciting arts and culture programs highlighting the city’s history, diversity and friendly, laid-back attitude. Classically charming, eclectic, and always genuine, Oceanside is an ideal place to stay and a true O’riginal. www.visitoceanside.org
Opening our eleventh clinic is a milestone we’re incredibly proud of. Our goal is to be your first choice for interventional pain management, orthopedic care, spine care, and regenerative medicine.
Now, residents of West Houston can experience the exceptional care that Minivasive is known for and start reclaiming their lives. Whether you’re struggling with painful joints, debilitating migraines, or any other chronic pain, our dedicated team is here to help you live life to the fullest, pain-free.
Come visit us at our One Oak Park clinic located at 6002 Rogerdale Rd, Suite 590, Houston, TX 77072. We’re open and ready to serve you. To schedule an appointment, give us a call at 346-800-6001. We look forward to welcoming you to our new clinic and being part of your journey to a pain-free life.
About Minivasive Pain & Orthopedics At Minivasive Pain & Orthopedics, we’re committed to treating acute and chronic pain with the highest standards of care and quality. Our minimally invasive techniques are designed to deliver maximum results, helping you quickly get back to the activities you love. With a focus on proven effectiveness and a relaxed, friendly atmosphere, Minivasive is your trusted partner in pain relief and recovery.
For more information about our services or to find a location near you, visit MinivasivePain.com.
“Our 2024 Mentor/Mentee Program aims to provide women at all levels of their cybersecurity careers with the tools and support needed for advancement,” said Lynn Dohm, Executive Director of WiCyS. “When we started this program, it wasn’t perfect, and we’ve learned a lot along the way. We’ve transformed it into an incredible journey of growth and empowerment. This program is now a cornerstone of opportunity, designed to provide substantial value to both mentors and mentees. We believe in the power of mentorship to foster growth, inspire innovation and create a strong community of women in cybersecurity. This program is a unique opportunity for members to either inspire as mentors or be inspired as mentees—or even both!”
Thanks to the generous support of WiCyS strategic partners Google and Workday, the program will utilize advanced matching software to align mentees with mentors who share similar backgrounds or work in their areas of interest, ensuring a streamlined and engaging experience. Participants will also benefit from new resume workshops, a webinar on resume best practices, and the CyberGen.IQ assessment provided by WiCyS strategic partner Haystack Solutions. This assessment analyzes natural aptitude across four cognitive domains of cybersecurity and requires no prior technical knowledge.
Participants will meet with their assigned mentor in a group cohort setting at least once a month, engage with provided materials and resources, and participate in periodic surveys and program dissemination efforts. This model enhances peer interaction and deepens relationships during mentor/mentee meetings. Mentors will be equipped with resources and discussion points for hosting group meetings, and Mentor MeetUps will be available for sharing knowledge and best practices.
“Mentoring can be incredibly beneficial for building leadership skills and self-confidence, especially in young women,” added Dohm. “We are proud to bring back our Mentor/Mentee Program this year, and we are excited about our new offerings, which will help women and other underrepresented groups get the leg up they need to move towards a fulfilling career in cyber.”
The program has seen significant success in previous years. Last year, the WiCyS Mentor/Mentee Program attracted 1,368 mentees and 344 mentors. Acceptance notifications will be sent to both mentors and mentees on August 26. For more information and to apply, visit https://zfrmz.com/hmk9cwoMc7EJwZwBXM7d.
About WiCyS Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) is a nonprofit organization with international reach dedicated to the recruitment, retention and advancement of women in cybersecurity. Founded by Dr. Ambareen Siraj through a National Science Foundation grant given to Tennessee Tech University in 2013, WiCyS offers opportunities, trainings, events and resources for its community and members. Strategic partners include Tier 1: Akamai Technologies, Amazon, Bloomberg, Carnegie Mellon University – Software Engineering Institute, Cisco, Ford Motor Company, Google, Lockheed Martin, Microsoft, Optum, Sandia National Laboratories, SentinelOne. Tier 2: Accenture, Adobe, DeVry University, JPMorgan Chase & Co., MITRE, Motorola Solutions, Navy Federal Credit Union, Workday. To partner, visit http://www.wicys.org/support/strategic-partnerships/
AI force fields, trained on quantum mechanical data, provide better accuracy than classical counterparts with the same throughput.
BOSTON, Aug. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Quantum Simulation Technologies, Inc. (QSimulate) announces the release of the quantum-powered AI force field, which is interfaced with the free energy perturbation (FEP) workflow in the QUELO product. This latest enhancement to QUELO allows customers to easily access quantum accuracy at the speed of classical throughput, striking the optimal balance of accuracy and efficiency for many lead optimization problems.
Through the industry’s first quantum-mechanics-based FEP, QUELO has previously enabled FEP simulations of ligands and targets that were otherwise intractable, including covalent binders, binders to metalloproteins, et cetera; this new addition further establishes QUELO’s position as the most powerful, widely applicable, high-accuracy solution for small molecule lead optimization. The new version of QUELO also features improved GPU implementation with mixed precision support, improved protein and ligand preparation and alignment, and a grand canonical Monte Carlo approach for water molecules in the binding pockets.
Following its initial release in 2023, QUELO experienced rapid adoption as dozens of industry leaders recognized the incredible advantage of quantum-based FEP for lead optimization. Given these inherent advantages, a market emerged for a quantum approach with the same throughput as classical approaches, especially for customers screening multiple thousands of ligands. In response, QSimulate has introduced novel quantum-powered AI force fields for FEP simulations in QUELO to democratize the quantum-accuracy advancements to a broader audience.
Unlike conventional machine learning (ML) force fields, such as neural network potentials, QSimulate’s quantum-powered AI force field is as efficient as classical force fields. This is realized by integrating AI-derived internal coordinate parameters into the classical force field. In addition, QSimulate’s AI force field offers high transferability compared to conventional ML force fields; the advantage is most pronounced when encountering conformations that are not well represented in the training set, situations where the other approaches incur a catastrophic breakdown.
QUELO is a part of QSimulate’s broader mission to utilize quantum mechanics to revolutionize computer-aided drug discovery (CADD) by expanding the applicability, reliability, and value of computational chemistry for drug discovery, from small molecules to peptides, and to biologics. For more information, visit the QUELO webpage.
About QSimulate
Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Boston, MA, QSimulate is a leader in quantum simulation technology for research and development. The company offers a range of products and services designed to leverage the power of quantum mechanics to solve industrial-scale problems like never before. To learn more, visit https://qsimulate.com/, or contact QSimulate at [email protected].
Maine was among the first states on the East Coast to legalize recreational cannabis, and both recreational and medical sales totaled nearly $500 million in 2023. According to the state’s Office of Cannabis Policy, there are currently recreational licenses for 220 retail stores, 133 cultivation operations, and 106 manufacturing operations across Maine, while the state’s medical market comprises 780 licensed medical providers, 4,200 employees, and 1,600 caregivers. “The cannabis industry is one of the fastest growing market opportunities here in Maine and across the country,” said Beth Taylor-Nolan, Ed.D., dean of UNE Online. “As an institution committed to providing accessible, relevant, and affordable professional development and career education opportunities, UNE is excited to partner with Green Flower to train individuals interested in entering this dynamic industry.”
Each certificate program consists of three eight-week courses. Students receive online instruction in their chosen topic area from expert faculty members vetted and selected by Green Flower. The education programs are developed by board-certified doctors and lawyers, along with experts in engineering and agriculture. “Green Flower is thrilled to be partnering with the University of New England to offer four of our online cannabis education certificate programs. UNE is our first Higher Education partner of any kind in the great state of Maine and we couldn’t be more excited at the opportunity. With record cannabis sales in Maine again in 2023, the demand for well-trained and educated workforce has never been higher—and there is no better institution to help meet that need than UNE with these programs,” says Green Flower Chief Growth Officer Daniel Kalef.
Students who sign up for multiple cannabis certificate programs will save 33% on each additional program. Each certificate program begins with the “Cannabis 101” course.
Upon completion of a cannabis certificate program, students will receive a digital badge issued by UNE and the Green Flower Institute. Students will also have access to a robust employer network. For more information, visit https://cannabiseducation.online.une.edu/.
ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY OF NEW ENGLAND The University of New England is Maine’s largest private university, with two beautiful coastal campuses in Maine, a one-of-a-kind study-abroad campus in Tangier, Morocco, and an array of flexible online offerings. In an uncommonly welcoming and supportive community, we offer hands-on learning, empowering students to make a positive impact in a world full of challenges. We are the state’s top provider of health professionals and home to Maine’s only medical and dental colleges, a variety of other interprofessionally aligned health care programs, and nationally recognized programs in the marine sciences, the natural and social sciences, business, the humanities, and the arts. Visit http://www.une.edu.
ABOUT GREEN FLOWER Since 2014, Green Flower has been the global leader in cannabis education, helping millions of people learn about the professional benefits of cannabis. Utilizing its network of more than 700 experts in cannabis medicine, business, cultivation, retail, compliance, and more, Green Flower produces best-in-class online training and content designed to help people succeed in the cannabis industry. Green Flower also partners with colleges and universities to help job seekers, law and health care professionals, and entrepreneurs succeed in the rapidly growing cannabis marketplace.
Women We Admire is pleased to announce The Top 50 Women Leaders of Missouri for 2024
NEW YORK, Aug. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Women We Admire is pleased to announce The Top 50 Women Leaders of Missouri for 2024. While Missouri’s economy is traditionally rooted in agriculture and farmland—producing soybeans, corn, rice, cotton, and sorghum—the state’s economic landscape is far more diverse. The women leaders of Missouri are at the forefront of prominent industries such as steel, electronics, and automotive manufacturing, as well as healthcare, education, and financial services, driving innovation and growth across the Show Me state.
Among this year’s honorees is Deidra Thomas-Murray, an esteemed leader in education. As Director of Students in Transition and Foster Care Liaison at Saint Louis Public Schools, Thomas-Murray is dedicated to upholding students’ educational rights and oversees critical services for homeless and foster care youth.
Next, we congratulate financial and marketing executive Tanisha Montgomery, Vice President of Marketing Strategic Initiatives and Chief of Staff to the Chief Marketing Officer for one of Synchrony’s largest platforms, Home and Auto. Montgomery has received executive-level recognition for her work towards an estimated growth initiative of $800 million in digital products and legacy enhancements for one of Synchrony’s largest client partners.
Finally, we recognize the achievements of Lisa Stehno-Bittel, a healthcare and technology executive with nearly three decades of experience. As President and Co-Founder of Likarda, a biotech company developing groundbreaking technologies to transform the delivery and optimization of cell therapies, Stehno-Bittel has witnessed firsthand the profound impact of healthcare innovations on patient recovery. For over 12 years, she and the Likarda team have been at the forefront of these innovations.
Please join us in celebrating the accomplishments of The Top 50 Women Leaders of Missouri for 2024.
Christa Dubill (Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City), Zundra Bryant (Cushman & Wakefield), Denise Bade (Lockton Companies), Joi Tillman (Sun Life), Emily Thibodeau (Maritz), Julie Kulawiec (Elevance Health), Jessica Liss (Jackson Lewis PC), Erin Oller (Boeing), Nancy Mellard (CBIZ), Anju Gupta (Northwestern Mutual), Annette Montandon (Takeda Oncology), Tanisha Montgomery (Synchrony), Courtney Thomas (Newhouse), Shannon Stone (Children’s Mercy Hospital), Sarah Knights (QTS Data Centers), Pamela Bax (CSG Government Solutions), Meghan Schulte (Barkley), Rebecca Baumgartner (Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce), Barbara Kavalier (St. Charles Community College), Missy Kelley (Anders CPAs + Advisors), Lisa Stehno-Bittel (Likarda), Rachel Broom (Center for Human Services), Melissa Myrick (HomeWAV), Brandy McCombs (IBC), Jennifer Pangborn (WSP USA), Hope Karnes (Quest Diagnostics), Rachel Merlo (Google Fiber), Tamara Conn (O’Reilly Auto Parts), Susan Escher (AS Software), Amanda Payne (Horner & Shifrin), Rebecca Stowe (Design Supply Doors), Meredith Osborn (Parkside Financial Bank & Trust), Tamiko Armstead (Cardinal Ritter College Prep High School), Wendy Wright (Grant Thornton), Shauna Stephanchick (Step Up), Mara Woody (Riipen), Cokethea Hill (BLAQUE KC), Katie Steele Danner (Greater Missouri Leadership Foundation), Beth Gunter (Spry Digital), Gabrielle Spurling (VMLY&R), Felicity Pino (Children’s Mercy Kansas City), Deidra Thomas-Murray (Saint Louis Public Schools), Laura Klopatek (H&R Block), Elena Steinmetz (Flat Branch Home Loans), DeAmbra Crochrell (University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis), Marisa Lather (Bridge Partners), Megan Lumenello (side sea), Jeanette Hernandez Prenger (ECCO Select), Jennifer Smith (The Chad Wilson Group at Keller Williams Realty West), and Christal Watson (Kansas City Kansas School Foundation for Excellence).
Women We Admire provides news and information on today’s women leaders in business, entertainment, sports, motherhood, medicine, law, and many other fields. We cover a broad range of topics and areas of interest aimed at recognizing the achievements of exceptional women while inspiring others to aim high and continue their journey towards reaching their full potential. Women We Admire and its affiliates circulate its content to over 32,000 individuals and businesses.
According to Health-E Commerce, FSAs and HSAs can be used to pay for the following common services and products to keep students of all ages healthy during the year.
Update or upgrade prescription eyewear or make the transition from glasses to contact lenses with the help of tax-free funds.
High school students will benefit from FSA and HSA purchases like KT tape to treat sports injuries, tampons for active lifestyle, medicated body wash, contact lens solution, and medicated skin serums. Tax-free funds can also be used for personalized acne and skin care treatments from telehealth providers.
Parents who are sending a loved one away to college or other post-high school activities can help keep them healthy by ordering them an FSA or HSA debit card from their account administrator. This will allow older dependents to pay for doctor visits and prescription medications while away, and to purchase eligible items like hydration kits, menstrual care products, over-the-counter pain medications, a deep tissue massage gun, electronic ear cleaning device, skincare products like sunscreen, and more.
College-aged students (18 years or older) may also benefit from FSA-and HSA-eligible virtual mental health support.
In addition to these popular purchases, parents can also use FSA or HSA funds to pay for back-to-school physicals, immunizations, and sport-specific physicals.
To learn more about eligibility or to shop for back to school health products by brand or health condition, visit FSAstore.com or HSAstore.com.
About Health-E Commerce Health-E Commerce is the parent brand to FSA Store and HSA Store, online stores that serve the 70+ million consumers enrolled in pre-tax health and wellness accounts. The company also created Caring Mill™, a popular private-label line of health products through which a portion of every purchase is donated to the Children’s Health Fund. Since 2010, the Health-E Commerce brands have led the direct-to-consumer e-commerce market for exclusively pre-tax health and wellness benefits. Health-E Commerce plays an essential role in expanding product eligibility for important new categories within the list of eligible medical expenses.
