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Research in Kenya has demonstrated that the mortality rate following Paediatric surgical procedures can be 100 times higher than in high-income countries. PATA seeks to redefine surgical and anesthesia care in Africa. LUSAKA, Zambia, Sept. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — To bridge the gap for…
Sales Activity Management has provided their business building tools to over 1.5 million financial services professionals (and other industries) to leverage a proven best practice for tracking and achieving results that has helped build careers for decades. In its partnership with NAIFA, SAM will bring NAIFA members more business tools and marketing resources, in addition to making the planning tools (and success) available to the next generation of financial advisors.
“We are excited and honored to partner with NAIFA,” stated Mickey Straub, CEO and Founder of Sales Activity Management, Inc. “I have been a loyal NAIFA member for 20 years+ and am proud to partner with the premier organization that defends and develops this noble profession and all who serve it.”
ABOUT NAIFA: The National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors is the preeminent membership association for the multigenerational community of financial professionals in the United States. NAIFA members subscribe to a strong Code of Ethics and represent a full spectrum of financial services practice specialties. They work with families and businesses to help Americans improve financial literacy and achieve financial security. NAIFA provides producers a national community for advocacy, education, and networking along with awards, publications, and leadership opportunities to allow NAIFA members to differentiate themselves in the marketplace. We connect with members through 267 different local areas between State Chapters, Local Chapters, and Local Affiliates. NAIFA members in every congressional district advocate on behalf of producers and consumers at the state, interstate, and federal levels.
ABOUT SALES ACTIVITY MANAGEMENT, INC.: Sales Activity Management, Inc. (SAM) is a unique provider of custom sales performance tools, systems and services for the insurance and financial services profession. Founded by an insurance agent in 1995, SAM named and pioneered the Activity Management industry to empower producers to succeed and managers to lead, and to make a difference in this noble profession. It is a patriotic, faith-based company providing paper (SAM Planners) and digital solutions (SAM Suite) to help agents/advisors develop the right habits for a successful career and help managers coach, lead, and build a positive, high-performance culture. SAM is committed to spreading the merits of Activity Management, an empowering concept that inspires freedom and a best practice that has helped build careers for decades. SAM shares NAIFA’s passion for helping financial professionals succeed.
Media Contact
Suzanne Carawan, NAIFA, 703-770-8402, [email protected], www.naifa.org
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Ten children experience a heartwarming surprise: robotic Aflac ducks delivered with a day full of festive activities in honor of National Childhood Cancer and National Sickle Cell Awareness Month COLUMBUS, Ga., Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Aflac, a leading provider of supplemental…
WASHINGTON, Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — As part of a coalition of nonprofit organizations advocating for safe and accessible air travel, Paralyzed Veterans of America, Hand In Hand, the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation, and the United Spinal Association issued a joint statement in…
The Libertarian Party of Maine strives to give voters more electoral choices. Mapstead saw this opportunity for the voters of Maine early on and is thrilled to put boots on the ground there to seize this moment, advance the Party’s mission, and expand the options available not only to Mainers, but to all Americans.
When asked why he’s coming to Maine, Lars declares, “Every state where we knock down the rigged ballot access rules is another nail in the coffin of this corrupt system. Maine is the front line in this battle for a fairer, freer America. Let’s make some noise and unrig the system!”
The Mapstead campaign is calling on his supporters and all New Englanders who are ready to bring about real political change to show up on October 7th at 10:45am and October 8th at 11:00am in Portland’s Lincoln Park. Lars is inviting other Libertarian candidates to come out to support this very important petition drive, as well. “Liberty can’t wait, and neither should we!” Lars urges.
Mapstead is running for President to promote term limits, taxation reform, and ranked choicevoting. A self-made success, Lars Mapstead has established multiple thriving internet-based companies and is a true champion of individual liberty. He promotes the importance of limited government and is dedicated to freeing Americans from the shackles of bureaucratic oppression and excessive taxation.
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Lars D Mapstead, Lars for President, 1 8319014600, [email protected]
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List recognizes individuals working to promote diversity, equity & inclusion in technology channels
QUINCY, Mass., Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Granite Telecommunications, a $1.85 billion provider of communications and technology solutions to multilocation businesses and government agencies, announced today that Granite’s President and CEO Rob Hale is among the honorees on the 2023 Channel Futures DE&I 101 list for the second consecutive year. The list recognizes individuals from a wide spectrum of multicultural backgrounds who are driving diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) in technology channels through their words, actions and leadership.
“I’m honored to be named among Channel Future’s DEI 101 members. At Granite, diversity, equity and inclusion are more than values – they are fundamental to who we are and how we operate,” said Hale. “We’ve seen firsthand that embracing a diverse blend of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences is not just crucial for our organizational growth but enriches the community we serve.”
The Channel Futures DE&I 101 lists the most prominent individuals in the technology channel focused on improving their organization’s performance and innovation by having the most diverse, equitable and inclusive teams and workplaces. The Channel Futures DE&I 101 members are breaking new ground by showing the technology industry and business community that sound DE&I strategies can impact business outcomes.
Hale’s enthusiastic support for Granite’s corporate DE&I initiatives has earned many accolades for the company, including recognition by Forbes as one of America’s Best Employers for Diversity. Hale plays a pivotal role in identifying, planning and funding philanthropic projects, including DEI initiatives.
Granite’s DEI initiatives include:
Hale participates in community initiatives and organizations through Granite activities, encouraging employees to get involved and leading by example. Some community organizations that Granite has recently impacted include:
About Granite
Granite delivers advanced communications and technology solutions to businesses and government agencies throughout the United States and Canada. The $1.85 billion company serves more than two-thirds of Fortune 100 companies and has 1.75 million voice and data lines under management, supporting more than 650,000 locations. Founded in 2002, Granite has grown to be one of the largest competitive telecommunications carriers in the U.S. by simplifying sourcing and management of voice, data and cellular service with a single point of contact and consolidated invoicing for all locations nationwide. Today, Granite supports customers with a wide range of services, including access, UCaaS, mobile voice and data, and MSP solutions for SD-WAN, monitoring and network management. Granite employs more than 2,250 people at its headquarters in Quincy, Massachusetts, and 11 regional offices nationwide. For more information, visit http://www.granitenet.com.
Media Contact
Jeremy Robison, Granite Telecommunications, 617.845.4027, [email protected], www.granitenet.com
Jen Rumble, CerconeBrownCompany, 704.923.6378, [email protected]
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Women We Admire is pleased to announce The Top 50 Women Leaders in Education of 2023
NEW YORK, Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Women We Admire is pleased to announce The Top 50 Women Leaders in Education of 2023. Considering that the first U.S. universities only admitted men, women have certainly made great strides in the field of education. Presently, women have assumed a wide range of prominent roles in the sector, with a notable example being the higher number of women serving as U.S. school principals compared to men. Meanwhile, within the sphere of college leadership, women now occupy close to one-third of the positions of chief executives and comprise 48% of chief academic officers, according to data furnished by CUPA-HR. Perhaps not surprisingly, global data and studies have consistently demonstrated that educational institutions boasting a greater representation of women in governance exhibit notable improvements in areas such as student knowledge acquisition and the narrowing of the gender-based learning gap.
This award highlights the accomplishments of women who are at the helm of diverse educational institutions across the nation. These women leaders come from a broad spectrum of organizations, spanning from small liberal arts colleges to our nation’s largest public universities, including Ivy League institutions, and beyond. Their collective efforts are instrumental in guaranteeing that educational establishments maintain their adaptability and responsiveness to the ever-changing demands of society.
Among this year’s awardees is Kimberly Gramm. Serving as the Chief Innovation and Entrepreneurship Officer at Tulane University. Under her leadership, Gramm’s initiatives have given rise to an impressive 279 startups, attracting an astonishing $470 million in investment capital. Drew Gilpin Faust, another distinguished awardee, has earned accolades not only as an award-winning author but also as the President Emerita of Harvard University. During her tenure, she championed the cause of expanding financial aid to ensure broader access to Harvard College for students from diverse economic backgrounds. Lastly, we are honoring Whitney McNair, the driving force behind Stanford University’s Office of Faculty Staff Housing. In her role, McNair skillfully manages an extensive portfolio, overseeing loans exceeding $1.2 billion, more than 1,100 long-term ground lease homes, and a substantial 2,100 rental units.
Please join us in celebrating the accomplishments of The Top 50 Women Leaders in Education of 2023.
Priya Singh ( Stanford Health Care), Tamara Carleton (Innovation Leadership Group), Lisa Freeman (Northern Illinois University), Dorota Grejner-Brzezinska (The Ohio State University), Nadya Bliss (Arizona State University), Soncia Reagins-Lilly (The University of Texas at Austin), Robbie Melton (Tennessee State University), Dr. Sylvia Wilson-Thomas (University of South Florida), Paola Hidalgo (Arizona State University), Shanita Williams (Southern New Hampshire University), Missy Penland (Clemson University), Dulce Vasquez (Arizona State University), Dr. Taffye Benson Clayton (Auburn University), Whitney McNair (Stanford University), Adanna Johnson (Georgetown University), Dr. Jamillah Moore (San Francisco State University), Christine Schiwietz (Georgetown University), Coreen Petti (University of San Diego), Lori Baker (Belmont University), Lambrini Lukidis (Columbia College Chicago), Aurelia Williams (Norfolk State University), Linda Thompson (Robin), Wendy Weinberger (Illuminos Academic Coaching & Tutoring), Katherine Bergeron (Connecticut College), Nwando Achebe (Michigan State University), Suahil Housholder (Anderson University), Toni Mooney Smith (Rutgers University – Camden), Vilma Balmaceda (Duke University), Robyn Hannigan (Ursinus College), Becky Spurlock (The University of Texas Permian Basin), Natalie Williams (Ancora Education), Laken Avonne Rapier (University of North Texas System), Jennifer McCarthy (Seton Hall University), Dahlia Tett (Northern Virginia Community College), Max Lu (InGenius Prep), Krista Campbell (Hamilton College), and many others.
To view the full list visit https://thewomenweadmire.com/2023/09/25/the-top-50-women-leaders-in-education-of-2023/
About Women We Admire
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.
Media Contact
Editor, Women We Admire, 1 609-365-7014, [email protected], https://thewomenweadmire.com/
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New AAEA member research released in AEPP
MILWAUKEE, Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — New research finds that FSA direct loans for Black farmers took about 2 days longer on average than loans for all other farmers to be completed and processed. However, the effect was almost entirely concentrated among operating loans (OLs). But why?
In the new article “Racial Disparities in Farm Loan Application Processing: Are Black Farmers Disadvantaged?” published in the Applied Economic Perspectives & Policy, Ashok Mishra from Arizona State University, Gianna Short and Charles Dodson from the USDA’s Farm Production and Conservation Business Center, find out if processing time for FSA direct loans differ between black and non-back applicants.
The authors say, “The concentration of the effect almost entirely among OLs is not consistent with discrimination based on racial prejudice, which would be expected to result in a similar pattern among all loan types. Rather, the differences are likely influenced by the unique characteristics associated with OLs. Specifically, the shorter term for OLs means that repayment is more highly dependent on projected cash flow, the development of which can be more challenging for applicants with fewer financial resources, less financial literacy or training, and greater uncertainty about future income. Historical discrimination likely plays a role in explaining these differences. The long history of discrimination in rural Black communities may have increased friction between the respective communities. As such Black borrowers might be hesitant to rely on the USDA and FSA staff might exhibit an excess of caution in processing Black applications.”
If you are interested in setting up an interview, please contact Allison Ware in the AAEA Business Office.
ABOUT AAEA: Established in 1910, the Agricultural & Applied Economics Association (AAEA) is the leading professional association for agricultural and applied economists, with 2,500 members in more than 60 countries. Members of the AAEA work in academic or government institutions as well as in industry and not-for-profit organizations, and engage in a variety of research, teaching, and outreach activities in the areas of agriculture, the environment, food, health, and international development. The AAEA publishes three journals, the Journal of the Agricultural and Applied Economics Association (an open access journal), the American Journal of Agricultural Economics and Applied Economic Perspectives & Policy, as well as the online magazine Choices and the online open access publication series Applied Economics Teaching Resources. To learn more, visit http://www.aaea.org.
Media Contact
Allison Ware, Agricultural & Applied Economics Association, 414-918-3190, [email protected], www.aaea.org
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“Menopause can be such a confusing time for so many women. Our bodies are going through changes and it’s still not a subject we can discuss openly. So we end up feeling isolated and alone. But what we discovered in our Menopause ChitChat community is that every woman has a story, and by sharing those stories, we find strength, support, and understanding,” said Holly. “With ‘Empart: Real Stories. Real Wisdom. Real Menopause.’, I wanted to make sure that every woman knows she’s not alone and that her story matters.”
The menopause category is experiencing significant growth in the global market. According to data from Grand View Research, the global menopause market was valued at $16.9 billion in 2022 and is projected to reach $24.4 billion by 2030. And information from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) shows that over 1 million women enter menopause annually in the United States alone.
There is clearly a growing demand for resources that address the physical and emotional challenges of this life stage. “Empart: Real Stories. Real Wisdom. Real Menopause” aims to fill this gap by providing a unique collection of real-life stories and insights from women who have navigated menopause.
For more information about “Empart: Real Stories. Real Wisdom. Real Menopause” and to join the conversation, visit the website at www.joinempart.com.
About Holly Osterman:
Holly Osterman is the founder of Menopause ChitChat, a community dedicated to providing support and resources for women going through menopause. In 2009, Holly recognized the need for a safe space where women could share their experiences and ask questions about menopause. This led to the creation of Menopause ChitChat, which has now evolved into Empart, a private, online community that offers a range of resources, experts and opportunities to connect. Through her book, “Empart: Real Stories. Real Wisdom. Real Menopause,” Holly hopes to give women a voice and inspire meaningful conversations about menopause.
Upcoming Events:
Holly will be available for interviews, book signings, and online events throughout the month of October, 2023. To book Holly, email [email protected].
Media Contact
Holly Osterman, Empart Media Group LLC, 1 (630) 561-7000, [email protected], www.joinempart.com
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The Wall Street Technology Association (WSTA®), a not-for-profit financial services organization that provides technology and business professionals a forum to learn from and connect with each other, is pleased to welcome Lina Gladstein to its 2023 Board of Directors.
NEW YORK, Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The Wall Street Technology Association (WSTA®), a not-for-profit financial services organization that provides technology and business professionals a forum to learn from and connect with each other, is pleased to welcome Lina Gladstein to its 2023 Board of Directors.
Lina Gladstein is a genuine people leader, recognized as an expert relationship manager and an innovative thinker. Her core strategy involves harnessing strategic communications and relationship management skills in building trust, delivering optimal value, and creating long-term alliances with customers, vendors, industry peers, and team members.
She is an experienced executive, who leverages advanced leadership skills to build, develop, and manage high-performing technical teams with a diverse workforce across multiple geographic locations. Not only does she lead high-performing teams, but she is trusted by her colleagues and team-members for her rational decision-making and valuable expert insights.
In her current position as the Head of Enterprise Technology Infrastructure and Operations at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York (FRBNY), Lina leads centralized operations, infrastructure engineering, IT service management, and end-user support services. She also coordinates with centralized service providers on matters of shared infrastructure across the Federal Reserve System. In all aspects of her work, Lina is always focused on customer service, bringing even greater focus to improving business outcomes.
Prior to joining the FRBNY, she held several technology-based roles including application development, database administration, integration services, and IT service management at global and US Gas and Electric Utilities. In this role, she implemented an IT Governance system, enabling effective management of the multi-provider ecosystem. This resulted in robust service delivery, meeting, and/or exceeding all global service level agreements.
In addition to having several technology certifications, Lina also holds a degree in Applied Mathematics and an MBA from Pace University in Information Systems and Financial Management. In addition to her work, Lina is actively involved in the community of her organization, serving as a leadership advisor for the WoMEN Resource Network.
About the Wall Street Technology Association (WSTA)
The WSTA facilitates virtual and in-person educational and networking events where members meet and exchange ideas and best practices that assist them in effectively capitalizing on technology advances in areas such as Cybersecurity, Analytics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Mobility, Wireless, Machine Learning (ML), Data, Cloud, Blockchain, Digital, Architecture, etc. and dealing with financial industry business challenges. Founded in 1967, the WSTA is a not-for-profit association with a long history of evolving to meet the needs of its members.
The WSTA hosts seminars, roundtables, panel discussions, and social events. These events offer many opportunities to learn about leading technologies, as well as network and share information with industry colleagues. The WSTA’s educational newsletter, TechTrends, provides additional content and information about the WSTA and industry-related activities. The website is a dynamic resource providing access to additional resources including webinars, white papers, videos, and information about other industry events.
Media Contact
Jo Ann Cooper, Wall Street Technology Association (WSTA), 7325308808, [email protected], www.wsta.org
SOURCE Wall Street Technology Association (WSTA)
