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Sensata Technologies to Debut New Battery Management Systems at the Battery Show North America

Sensata Technologies to Debut New Battery Management Systems at the Battery Show North America

  • The new i-BMS from Sensata’s recently acquired BMS provider, Lithium Balance, will be featured in booth #2617 at the upcoming Battery Show North America from September 14 – 16 in Novi, Michigan.
  • Sensata will highlight its sensing and control solutions that help make energy systems safer, cleaner, more efficient and connected at the show.

SWINDON, United Kingdom–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Sensata Technologies (NYSE: ST), today announced it will debut new Battery Management Systems at the upcoming Battery Show North America in Novi, Michigan from September 14 th to 16 th in booth #2617. In addition, Sensata will highlight its sensing and control solutions that help make energy systems safer, cleaner, more efficient and connected at the show.

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Sensata Technologies will debut new battery management systems at the upcoming Battery Show North America, including the i-BMS (i-BMS unit shown in the left image and shown installed in a battery box in the right image) for electrified applications up to 60V such as 2-, and 3-wheelers, automated guided vehicles (AGVs), and robotics. (Photo: Business Wire)

Sensata Technologies will debut new battery management systems at the upcoming Battery Show North America, including the i-BMS (i-BMS unit shown in the left image and shown installed in a battery box in the right image) for electrified applications up to 60V such as 2-, and 3-wheelers, automated guided vehicles (AGVs), and robotics. (Photo: Business Wire)

Introducing the New i-BMS Battery Management System for Electrified Applications up to 60V

The brain behind the battery for a diverse range of electric vehicles, the BMS is the intelligent component that monitors and manages lithium-ion battery packs. The new i-BMS Battery Management System from Lithium Balance, acquired by Sensata earlier in the year, is a cell chemistry agnostic, compact, integrated BMS developed for the cost-optimized mass-production of applications up to 60V, such as 2-, and 3-wheelers, automated guided vehicles (AGVs), and robotics.

The i-BMS is a long-term solution for customers who require the highest levels of safety, performance and measurement accuracy. The solution features key components that are ASIL C Safety rated and self-test capability for safety critical measurement circuits.

While measuring only 65 x 200 mm, the i-BMS is equipped with everything required to manage and maintain a battery system without the need for any external components. This includes a built-in pre-charge circuit, on-board current measurement, MOSFET power switches for battery disconnect, and a DC/DC power supply.

The i-BMS’ software design features parallel pack and hot swap capability, while advanced SoX algorithms ensure high precision. Using the BMS Creator™ configuration software, the i-BMS allows the battery designer to create a unique battery by defining application-specific BMS parameters and safety strategies, optimizing battery performance and life.

i-BMS main features:

  • Integrated system
  • Up to 15 voltage channels
  • 6 temperature channels
  • 25 – 60 V
  • 1 CAN channel
  • CREATOR config. software
  • Parallel pack & Hot Swap functionality
  • On-board pre-charge circuit, auto-calibrated shunt, battery disconnect, DC/DC power supply
  • Suitable for scooters, motorbikes, 3-wheelers, AGVs, robotics and low current material handling applications

To learn more about the new i-BMS, visit www2.sensata.com/i-bms and stop by Booth 2617 at the show.

Sensing and Control Solutions for Clean Energy and EVs

In addition to a range of BMS solutions at the show, Sensata will feature power contactors, switches and fuses from its GIGAVAC product brand, including the GigaFuse, an electromechanical fuse with both passive and passive/active combinations. Thanks to its unique electromechanical mechanism, the GigaFuse significantly increases system efficiency, eliminates thermal aging, and provides design flexibility for electrical protection.

In addition, Sensata’s inductive e-motor rotary position sensor for battery electric and hybrid-electric vehicle motors will be on display and provides a cost-effective design compared to resolvers.

Stop by Booth 2617 at the Battery Show North America to talk to our experts and learn about sensing and control solutions that help make energy systems safer, cleaner, more efficient and connected.

About Sensata Technologies

Sensata Technologies is a leading industrial technology company that develops sensors, sensor-based solutions, including controllers and software, and other mission-critical products to create valuable business insights for customers and end users. For more than 100 years, Sensata has provided a wide range of customized, sensor-rich solutions that address complex engineering requirements to help customers solve difficult challenges in the automotive, heavy vehicle & off-road, industrial and aerospace industries. With more than 19,000 employees and operations in 13 countries, Sensata’s solutions help to make products safer, cleaner and more efficient, more electrified, and more connected. For more information, please visit Sensata’s website at www.sensata.com.

Investor Contact:

Jacob Sayer

+1 (508) 236-1666

[email protected]

Media Contact

Leila Briem

+1 (805) 452-2165

[email protected]

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Sensata Technologies will debut new battery management systems at the upcoming Battery Show North America, including the i-BMS (i-BMS unit shown in the left image and shown installed in a battery box in the right image) for electrified applications up to 60V such as 2-, and 3-wheelers, automated guided vehicles (AGVs), and robotics. (Photo: Business Wire)
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New to The Street TV Re-signs PetVivo Holdings, Inc. (PETV) for 12 Part Series Including Additional Syndicated Network TV Broadcasts, Commercials and Digital Billboards

NEW YORK, Sept. 09, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —  FMW Media Works, Inc’s New to The Street TV show announces its newest contract with PetVivo Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:PETV) in the production, broadcasting and distribution of TV commercials and digital billboards with a start date, September 21, 2021.

The agreement calls for 600 TV commercials, 50 commercials per month at 30 second televised spot airings over the next 6-months on Fox News, Fox Business Network,Bloomberg Television,CNBC,Newsmax TV, CNN, and MSNBC. The digital billboard media advertisements to run in lower Manhattan, New York City, NY with a minimum of 2,400 ads per day.

Currently, Mr. John Lai, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at PetVivo Holdings, Inc. continues to be interviewed about PETV’s corporate on-goings on New to The Street TV’s long-form syndicated airings; interviews to continue with the added commercial / billboard support per the agreement.

Mr. John Lai, CEO, PetVivo Holdings, Inc. states, “These commercials and digital billboards are designed to inform the public on our Company’s Spryng™ with OsteoCushion™ Technology which is a one-time treatment delivered by your pet’s veterinarian as an intra-articular injection that treats osteoarthritis and is designed to help reinforce the articulating cartilage barrier between the bones to protect the remaining cartilage and bone to improve joint function. We are confident that the upcoming PETV ad campaigns can inform the public on the Company’s mission in helping pet owners with the well-being of their pets and in promoting the arsenal of other PETV products being developed for the treatment of both animals and people. Working with New to the Street and their sophisticated media production staff and writers, together we developed a fantastic media platform to get our Corporate message and mission out about PETV.”

Mr. Vincent Caruso, CEO FMW Media Corp. and the Creator / Producer of New to The Street TV states, “New to the Street TV and its staff of dedicated professional looks forward in the production and distribution of both the commercial and billboard airings, content designed to inform the public on the veterinarian products sold and developed at PetVivo Holdings, Inc. The campaign provides a platform for the public to become aware of the pet health products and treatments available from PETV.”

Management at PetVivo Holdings, Inc. believes the commercial airings and billboard streaming can provide an effective information medium about the Company’s products, and can inform both current and potential investors about the Company’s on-going growth of its operations.

About PetVivo Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:PETV):


PetVivo, Inc.
 (NASDAQ:PETV) is based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It is an emerging biomedical device company focused on the licensing and commercialization of innovative medical devices for pets, or pet therapeutics. PetVivo believes that it can leverage the investments in the human bio-materials and medical device industries to commercialize therapeutics to pets in a capital and time efficient way. PetVivo’s strategy is to in-license proprietary products from human medical device companies specifically for use in pets. A key component of this strategy is the accelerated timeline to revenues for veterinary medical devices, which enter the market much earlier than the more stringently regulated pharmaceuticals – https://petvivo.com/.

About FMW Media:

FMW Media operates one of the longest-running U.S. and International sponsored and Syndicated Nielsen Rated programming TV brands “New to the Street,” and its blockchain show “Exploring The Block.” Since 2009, these brands run biographical interview segment shows across major U.S. Television networks. The TV platforms reach over 540 million homes both in the US and international markets. FMW recently added Newsmax to its broadcasting platform with its first show broadcasted Sunday, December 27th. The NEWSMAX- “New to The Street” show is syndicated on Sundays at 10-11 AM ET, and broadcasted on Fox Business Network, Mondays and Tuesdays at 10:30 PM PT. FMW is also one of the nation’s largest buyers of linear Television long and short form- https://www.newsmaxtv.com/Shows/New-to-the-Street and https://www.newtothestreet.com/

Safe Harbor Statement:

This press release contains forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks, assumptions and uncertainties that could cause the Company’s actual results to differ materially from those projected in such forward-looking statements. In particular, factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in forward looking statements include: our inability to obtain additional financing on acceptable terms; risk that our products and services will not gain widespread market acceptance; inability to compete with others who provide comparable products; the failure of our technology; the infringement of our technology with proprietary rights of third parties; inability to respond to consumer demands; inability to replace significant customers; seasonal nature of our business. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date made and are not guarantees of future performance. We undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements. When used in this document, the words “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “project,” “plan,” “should,” “intend,” “may,” “will,” “would,” “potential,” and similar expressions may be used to identify forward-looking statements. 

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Bryan Johnson
+1 (631) 766-7462
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“New to The Street” Business Development office
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MyMD Pharmaceuticals to Present its Novel Therapeutic Platforms for Extending Healthy Lifespan at the H.C. Wainwright 23rd Annual Global Investment Conference September 13-15

MyMD Pharmaceuticals to Present its Novel Therapeutic Platforms for Extending Healthy Lifespan at the H.C. Wainwright 23rd Annual Global Investment Conference September 13-15

MyMD to highlight its development pipeline for MYMD-1, an immunometabolic regulator, and Supera-CBD, a synthetic cannabidiol derivative

BALTIMORE–(BUSINESS WIRE)–MyMD Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: MYMD) (“MyMD” or “the Company”), a clinical stage pharmaceutical company committed to extending healthy lifespan, will present at the H.C. Wainwright 23rd Annual Global Investment Conference being held virtually September 13-15, 2021.

MyMD’s presentation video will be available for viewing on demand starting at 7:00 am ET on Monday, September 13th, and management will be available for one-on-one meetings with investors upon request. Investors may register for the conference at the event website. The live and archived webcast will be available for 90 days after the event.

During this presentation, Chris Chapman, M.D., President, Director and Chief Medical Officer, and Adam Kaplin, M.D., PhD, Chief Scientific Officer will discuss the multiple indications for each of MyMD’s novel drug candidates. The MYMD-1 drug platform is being developed to target aging (sarcopenia), autoimmune diseases and immune-mediated depression, and shows potential as an anti-fibrotic and anti-neoplastic therapeutic. MYMD-1 is also being developed as a potential therapy for COVID-19-related conditions such as post-COVID-19 syndromes. Supera-CBD is being developed to address anxiety, chronic pain, addiction, and seizures, and is on a path toward human clinical trials as a therapy for epilepsy, followed by chronic pain. It also has the potential to address the significant unmet need for medications to treat stimulant addictions – specifically cocaine, methamphetamine – as well as opioid use disorders.

About MyMD Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

MyMD Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: MYMD), a clinical stage pharmaceutical company committed to extending healthy lifespan, is focused on developing two novel therapeutic platforms that treat the causes of disease and decline rather than only addressing the symptoms. MYMD-1 is a drug platform based on a clinical stage small molecule that regulates the immunometabolic system to control TNF-α, a driver of chronic inflammation, and other pro-inflammatory cell signaling cytokines. MYMD-1 is being developed to treat aging and longevity, autoimmune diseases, and COVID-19- associated depression and cytokine elevation. The Company’s second drug platform, Supera-CBD, is being developed to treat chronic pain, addiction and epilepsy. Based on a novel synthetic derivative of cannabidiol (CBD), Supera-CBD is being developed to address the rapidly growing CBD market, which includes both FDA approved drugs and CBD products not currently regulated as drugs. For more information, visit www.mymd.com.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This press release may contain forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any expected future results, performance, or achievements. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made and none of MyMD nor its affiliates assume any duty to update forward-looking statements. Words such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “may,” “plan,” “will,” “would” and other similar expressions are intended to identify these forward-looking statements. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements include, without limitation: the timing of, and MyMD’s ability to, obtain and maintain regulatory approvals for clinical trials of MyMD’s pharmaceutical candidates; the timing and results of MyMD’s planned clinical trials for its pharmaceutical candidates; the amount of funds MyMD requires for its pharmaceutical candidates; increased levels of competition; changes in political, economic or regulatory conditions generally and in the markets in which MyMD operates; MyMD’s ability to retain and attract senior management and other key employees; MyMD’s ability to quickly and effectively respond to new technological developments; MyMD’s ability to protect its trade secrets or other proprietary rights, operate without infringing upon the proprietary rights of others and prevent others from infringing on MyMD’s proprietary rights; and the impact of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic on MyMD’s results of operations, business plan and the global economy. A discussion of these and other factors with respect to MyMD is set forth in the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended June 30, 2021, filed by MyMD on August 16, 2021. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made and MyMD disclaims any intention or obligation to revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Investor:

Robert Schatz

(646) 421-9523

[email protected]

www.mymd.com

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WPP Leaders Recognised for Driving Change in Gender Diversity

WPP Leaders Recognised for Driving Change in Gender Diversity

LONDON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Fourteen leaders from across WPP (NYSE: WPP) have been named in the HERoes Women Role Model Lists 2021 for their work in championing women in business and creating a more gender diverse workplace.

Celebrating executives, future leaders and senior leader advocates, the three global lists showcase those who are leading by example and are committed to building more inclusive workplaces that champion gender diversity.

Wunderman Thompson’s Global CEO Mel Edwards (#19), Kantar’s Global CEO – Profiles Division Caroline Frankum, Landor & Fitch’s Group Global CEO Jane Geraghty, VMLY&R Commerce’s Global CEO Beth Ann Kaminkow, WPP’s Chief Client Officer Lindsay Pattison, Ogilvy’s Managing Partner and Global Consulting Principal Aisling Ryan, MediaCom UK’s Chief Transformation Officer Sue Unerman, and VMLY&R’s Global Chief Creative Officer Debbi Vandeven, were all included on the HERoes 100 Women Executive List.

Five women also feature in the 100 Women Future Leaders List: Shelina Janmohamed, Vice President of Islamic Marketing, Ogilvy (#6); Mamaa Duker, Associate Director – Business Development, WPP; Valerie Henninger, Senior Partner – Managing Director, Mindshare; Paola Maffezzoni, Head of Marketing & Communications, GroupM Italy; and Stephanie Robles, Director of Global Accounts, Xaxis.

For the fourth year running, WPP CEO Mark Read has been named in the HERoes 50 Advocates List. Since his appointment in 2018, WPP has continued to build an inclusive culture in order to become an employer of choice for all – a key part of the company’s business and growth strategy. WPP has implemented a series of initiatives to achieve greater diversity across the business; in the last year this has included the formation of a dedicated global Inclusion Council and the introduction of incentive schemes for senior leadership to ensure accountability in delivering WPP’s diversity, equity and inclusion agenda.

These measures will help to accelerate progress to date on gender diversity, which has seen increases in female representation to 51% of senior managers, 40% of senior executives and 43% of WPP’s Board members. WPP has also been named in the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index for the last three years, ranked 10th in the Hampton-Alexander FTSE 100 Ranking for Women Leaders and third in Equileap’s Global Report on Gender Equality.

Mark Read, CEO of WPP, said: “Our success is powered by our people, our ideas and our ability to deliver results for clients. People do their best work in an open and inclusive culture that provides everyone with the opportunity to develop and thrive, so to see our talented female leaders recognised is further evidence of the value of diverse leadership and the progress we are making.”

HERoes 100 Women Executives List:

Mel Edwards, Global CEO, Wunderman Thompson (#19)

Caroline Frankum, Global CEO, Profiles Division, Kantar

Jane Geraghty, Group Global CEO, Landor & Fitch

Lindsay Pattison, Chief Client Officer, WPP

Aisling Ryan, Managing Partner and Global Consulting Principal, Ogilvy

Sue Unerman, Chief Transformation Officer, MediaCom UK

Debbi Vandeven, Global Chief Creative Officer, VMLY&R

HERoes 100 Women Future Leaders List:

Shelina Janmohamed, Vice President – Islamic Marketing, Ogilvy (#6)

Mamaa Duker, Associate Director – Business Development, WPP

Valerie Henninger, Senior Partner – Managing Director, Mindshare

Paola Maffezzoni, Head of Marketing & Communications, GroupM Italy

Stephanie Robles, Director of Global Accounts, Xaxis

HERoes 50 Advocates List:

Mark Read, CEO, WPP (#4)

(#) indicates that the individual received a top 20 ranking

About WPP

WPP is a creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. For more information, visit www.wpp.com.

Niken Wresniwiro, WPP

+44 (0)20 7282 4600 / +44 (0)7876 005 489

[email protected]

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Verizon expands 5G Home Internet and mobility to more customers

BASKING RIDGE, N.J., Sept. 09, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Customers are getting more 5G in more places on their phones and in their homes. 5G Ultra Wideband mobility service is now available in Harrisburg, PA; Athens, GA; Orlando, FL and Fremont, CA, which means 5G Ultra Wideband is now available in parts of 82 cities. 5G Home is now available in five additional cities: Fremont, CA; Orlando, FL; Pensacola, FL; Sarasota, FL and Niagara Falls, NY. With the addition of these new cities, Verizon’s 5G Home Internet is now available in parts of 57 cities.

“Our continued investment in 5G Ultra Wideband means that more people than ever can experience unmatched speed on phones and a home broadband alternative that is transforming the market,” said Kyle Malady, Verizon’s chief technology officer. “We will continue our aggressive push into even more places.”

Super fast 5G for your home


5G Home
, a new kind of home internet, is truly unlimited broadband service with no data caps. It’s ideal for anyone who wants super fast connectivity to stream, game or even work remotely. Key highlights of 5G home:

  • Experience max download speeds up to 1 Gbps, with typical download speeds of 300 Mbps.1
  • Starts at just $502 a month for Verizon customers with a qualifying mobile plan, and $702 a month for customers without a qualifying mobile plan.
  • Work, learn and stream smarter with a free Stream TV device and a Samsung Chromebook 43
  • Verizon will offer up to $500 to cover early termination fees for customers who leave their current internet provider and switch to 5G Home Internet.4

Ultra-fast wireless speeds on the go

Customers in these four new 5G Ultra Wideband mobility markets can experience ultra-fast wireless speeds, allowing them to download and stream movies and TV shows in seconds,5 experience console quality gaming on the go, and take advantage of new immersive customer experiences never before available wirelessly. Enterprise customers in these markets now have access to the technology that can dramatically accelerate their digital transformation, revolutionizing how they interact with their customers, track inventory, manage operations and engage with their workforce.

Built for industrial and commercial use cases, Verizon’s 5G Ultra Wideband boasts ultra-low lag and throughputs many times faster than 4G. As the technology continues to mature, it is expected to eventually handle data volumes 100 times larger than 4G LTE networks.

How to get 5G

Specific coverage for 5G Ultra Wideband mobility can be found at https://www.verizon.com/coverage-map/. Visit verizon.com/5g/home/ to find out if 5G Home Internet is in your area. To check out other broadband options for your home, visit verizon.com/home.

 

1Max download speeds up to 1 Gbps, with typical download speeds of 300 Mbps. Typical upload speeds around 50 Mbps. Depending on location, uploads over 5G Ultra Wideband or 4G LTE. 4G LTE backup.

2With autopay and paperless billing.

3Offer avail through 9/21/21 via redemption code for a Samsung Chromebook 4 11.6” (4GB RAM). Must install and maintain qualifying 5G Home Internet services in good standing for 45 days to redeem. Thereafter, Verizon will email redemption instructions. Must redeem code w/in 60 days after delivery of email or by no later than 11/21/21, whichever is first. Not redeemable or refundable for cash. Samsung is a registered trademark of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

4For new 5G Home Internet customers who terminated their prior Internet service and incurred an early termination fee (ETF) within the last 4 months. Offer is non-transferable and has no cash or refund value. Documentation of the ETF for Internet from your prior service provider must be provided w/in 90 days after 5G Home installation/setup and offer will be fulfilled via bill credit, to your Verizon account, in the amount of the ETF up to $500. You remain solely responsible for paying the ETF to your prior service provider. If we or you cancel your 5G Home Internet service w/in 90 days after installation/setup, the ETF credit will be charged back to your final bill. Other terms apply.

5Download speeds may vary depending upon network and coverage conditions, and content optimization for 5G Ultra Wideband2Max download speeds up to 1 Gbps, with typical download speeds of 300 Mbps. Typical upload speeds around 50 Mbps. Depending on location, uploads over 5G Ultra Wideband or 4G LTE. 4G LTE backup.

Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) was formed on June 30, 2000 and is one of the world’s leading providers of technology, communications, information and entertainment products and services. Headquartered in New York City and with a presence around the world, Verizon generated revenues of $128.3 billion in 2020. The company offers data, video and voice services and solutions on its award-winning networks and platforms, delivering on customers’ demand for mobility, reliable network connectivity, security and control.

VERIZON’S ONLINE MEDIA CENTER: News releases, stories, media contacts and other resources are available at verizon.com/news. News releases are also available through an RSS feed. To subscribe, visit www.verizon.com/about/rss-feeds/.

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Karen Schulz
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Prudential Financial Seeking America’s Top Youth Visionaries

Prudential Emerging Visionaries will recognize students ages 14-18 who have innovative solutions to societal and financial challenges.

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NEWARK, N.J., Sept. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Applications open today for Prudential Emerging Visionaries, a program that celebrates young people bringing fresh perspectives and innovative solutions to pressing financial and societal challenges in their communities. 

The program builds on the legacy and momentum of the Prudential Spirit of Community Awards, the country’s largest youth recognition program based exclusively on volunteer community service. Since 1995, more than 150,000 young people across the United States have been honored through these awards. Inspired by the impressive vision of these young leaders, Prudential has reimagined the program.

Emerging Visionaries now puts the spotlight on financial wellness as a foundation on which to build a solid future, championing projects that will help people improve their financial well-being and create thriving communities.  

“To fulfill our purpose of making lives better by solving the financial challenges of our changing world, we take a fully inclusive approach, because we believe the best solutions can come from anywhere,” says Chairman and CEO Charlie Lowrey. “During more than 26 years of celebrating young people around the country, we’ve been inspired by their creative and selfless work. With the Emerging Visionaries program, we’re excited to celebrate and support remarkable young leaders who are driving progress, and to create a community of change.”

In April 2022, 20 students will be awarded for their solutions to social issues, and five for their solutions to financial barriers. Each winner will be awarded $5,000 plus an all-expenses-paid trip to Prudential’s headquarters in Newark, New Jersey, for a recognition event. During this event, the five honorees in the financial solutions category will pitch their ideas to Prudential leaders and one grand prize winner will receive $15,000.  

Winners will also have the opportunity to consult with Prudential leaders about strategies to advance their work, and to participate in a coaching program with employees to refine their projects.

Prudential is partnering with Ashoka, a leading organization in the social impact sector, who will help develop winners’ skills through ongoing workshops and online courses with advisory support from the Financial Health Network, a leading authority on financial health and longtime partner of The Prudential Foundation.

The new direction is lauded by 20-year-old Joshua Williams, a 2013 Prudential honoree and Ashoka Young Changemaker who runs Joshua’s Heart Foundation, which has distributed more than 3 million pounds of food to impoverished families around the world. “It’s wonderful to see the program evolving and adapting to become Prudential Emerging Visionaries. The U.S. is in a critical time where youth leaders are going to be needed more than ever to guide us into the future, and I know firsthand that they are key to creating lasting change to societal and financial issues.”

Applications for the program are open now through November 4. Awards are open to students ages 14-18 in the U.S. Prudential will continue to operate Spirit of Community in countries where the company has a significant business presence including Brazil, China, India and Japan, and will transition to the new operating model in subsequent program cycles.

For more information about Prudential Emerging Visionaries, including how to apply, visit prudential.com/emergingvisionaries.

About Prudential Financial

Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU), a financial wellness leader and premier active global investment manager, has operations in the United States, Asia, Europe and Latin America. Prudential’s diverse and talented employees help to make lives better by creating financial opportunity for more people. Prudential’s iconic Rock symbol has stood for strength, stability, expertise and innovation for more than a century. For more information, please visit http://news.prudential.com.

About Ashoka

Ashoka is the largest global network of leading social entrepreneurs—individuals with new ideas to systemically address the world’s biggest challenges and the entrepreneurial skill to transform those ideas into national, regional and global social impact. Over 40 years, Ashoka has supported more than 3,600 social entrepreneurs in 90 countries with solutions addressing society’s most pressing issues. Ashoka’s vision is a world in which Everyone is a Changemaker—a society that responds quickly and effectively to challenges, and where each individual has the freedom, confidence and societal support to address any social problem. For more information, visit ashoka.org.

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Graham Holdings Company Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend

Graham Holdings Company Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend

ARLINGTON, Va.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Graham Holdings Company (NYSE: GHC) today declared a regular quarterly dividend of $1.51 per share, payable on November 4, 2021, to shareholders of record on October 15, 2021.

Pinkie Mayfield

(703) 345-6450

[email protected]

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Norfolk Southern Grants $400,000 to Food Banks to Combat Food Insecurity

Grants will support 31 food banks across 22 states

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ATLANTA, Sept. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) today announced $400,000 in grants to 31 food banks located across the states served by the company. The funds will directly support local efforts to combat food insecurity, as well as other assistance initiatives supporting children, families, and senior citizens. This latest set of grants builds on Norfolk Southern’s longstanding commitment of giving to these critical community organizations.

The funds will help combat food insecurity and support other initiatives for children, families, and senior citizens

“Food insecurity impacts every community in our country and disproportionately children and senior citizens. Our role as a company is to move the goods that power the economy, and while a recovery is underway, many are still feeling the economic impact of the pandemic. Norfolk Southern is proud to partner with these food banks as a way to help make a difference by feeding and assisting those in need,” said LaSandra Boykin, director of corporate giving at Norfolk Southern.

Every community in the United States is home to families who face food insecurity. According to the most recent research from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, 10.5% of households nationally (13.7 million people) were food insecure at some time during 2019. Further, households with children had a substantially higher rate of food insecurity than those without children.

“We are so thankful to our long-time partner, Norfolk Southern, for this generous gift that will provide over 120,000 healthy meals for Central Pennsylvanians in need. We also thank them for their investment in our local communities as one of our major employers in the Susquehanna Valley. Together, we are making sure that all of our neighbors have enough nutritious food, every day,” said Joe Arthur, executive director of Central Pennsylvania Food Bank.

“We are extremely grateful for Norfolk Southern’s investment in Second Harvest’s food bank programs, which will be able to provide fresh and healthy food options to our region’s seniors, children, families, and veterans,” said Rhonda Chafin, executive director, Second Harvest Food Bank of Northeast Tennessee. “Through their support we are able to continue our mission and better serve our neighbors in need.”

Food banks receiving a grant from Norfolk Southern include: 

  • America’s Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia
  • Atlanta Community Food Bank
  • Central Illinois Foodbank
  • Central Pennsylvania Foodbank
  • Chattanooga Area Food Bank
  • Community Food Bank of Central Alabama
  • Community Harvest Food Bank of Northeast Indiana
  • Facing Hunger Foodbank (WV)
  • Feeding Southwest Virginia
  • Food Bank for Central and Northeast Missouri
  • Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina
  • Food Bank of Delaware
  • Food Bank of Northeast Georgia
  • Food Bank of Northern Indiana
  • Food Finders Food Bank (IN)
  • Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia
  • Freestore Foodbank (OH)
  • Gleaners (IN)
  • God’s Pantry Food Bank (KY)
  • Greater Chicago Food Depository
  • Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank
  • Harvesters (MO)
  • Lowcountry Food Bank (SC)
  • Mid-Ohio Food Bank
  • Montgomery Area Food Bank
  • Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee
  • Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina
  • Second Harvest Food Bank of North Central Ohio
  • Second Harvest Food Bank of Northeast Tennessee
  • Toledo Northwestern Ohio Food Bank
  • Tri-State Food Bank (IN)

About Norfolk Southern

Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) is one of the nation’s premier transportation companies, moving the goods and materials that drive the U.S. economy. Norfolk Southern connects customers to markets and communities to economic opportunity, with safe, reliable, and cost-effective shipping solutions. The company’s service area includes 22 states and the District of Columbia, every major container port in the eastern United States, and a majority of the U.S. population and manufacturing base.

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Ally Financial increases minimum hourly wage by 18% to $20

Ally also announces annual stock program in effort to become more equitable employer of choice

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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Sept. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Continuing the trend of recognizing and valuing all employees, Ally Financial Inc. (NYSE: ALLY) today announced that it will increase its minimum hourly wage to $20 from $17, effective Sept. 13.

Ally’s increased minimum wage and related adjustments will benefit more than 2,300 current teammates and further position the company as a leader in frontline pay.

“Raising our minimum wage is simply the right thing to do, but it’s about more than providing greater financial stability to our hourly workers—it’s about creating a stronger culture, better serving our customers and recognizing the importance of the work being done across our company,” said Jeffrey J. Brown, CEO of Ally Financial.

Further supporting the company’s commitment to building greater equity, Ally also announced that all eligible employees will be awarded Ally stock annually through the company’s #OwnIt Annual Grant Program. Awarded grants are dependent on the financial performance of the company and evaluation by the company’s board of directors; they are expected to be issued annually in January.

Prior to the launch of this annual program, eligible Ally teammates were awarded company stock in both 2020 and 2021. The 2020 #OwnIt recipients’ grants are up 61% in value from the original awards as of close of business Sept. 3, 2021.

In addition, Ally has increased efforts to recruit across the organization, hiring more than 1,000 roles before year end, including approximately 500 roles in technology. To support that effort, Ally will donate up to $50,000—$250 for every technology hire made through Dec. 31, 2021—and split the funds between Women Who Code and Blacks in Technology. Both non-profit organizations aim to build greater diversity and inclusion in the technology space, which mirrors Ally’s stance on the importance of and need for inclusion within the organization.

Individuals who are interested in exploring career opportunities at Ally are encouraged to visit https://www.ally.com/about/careers/ for more information on current job openings.


About Ally Financial

Ally Financial Inc. (NYSE: ALLY) is a digital financial services company committed to its promise to “Do It Right” for its consumer, commercial and corporate customers. Ally is composed of an industry-leading independent auto finance and insurance operation, an award-winning digital direct bank (Ally Bank, Member FDIC and Equal Housing Lender, which offers mortgage lending, point-of-sale personal lending, and a variety of deposit and other banking products), a corporate finance business for equity sponsors and middle-market companies, and securities brokerage and investment advisory services. A relentless ally for all things money, Ally helps people save well and earn well, so they can spend for what matters. For more information, please visit www.ally.com and follow @allyfinancial.

For more information and disclosures about Ally, visit https://www.ally.com/#disclosures.

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SHAPE Announces Winners of 2021 Beauty Awards

Dermatologists, Fitness Pros and SHAPE Editors Select the Best New Beauty Products for Active Lifestyles

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NEW YORK, Sept. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Meredith Corporation’s (NYSE: MDP) SHAPE announced the 83 top new beauty products in the 2021 SHAPE Beauty Awards, spanning categories of makeup, hair, body, face, and dermatologist picks. Since 2003, the annual Beauty Awards have been an essential resource for wellness-minded women who are equally committed to their beauty and workout routines. The 2021 Beauty Awards are available in SHAPE’s October issue, on sale September 10 and at shape.com/beautyawards now.

“The makeup, hair, body, and skin care in this year’s Beauty Awards go above and beyond for the active lifestyles that our readers lead. We’ve selected the lip balm that keeps us hydrated throughout the 5:00 a.m. winter trail run, the dry shampoo that works so well that you can skip a wash after Pilates, and more innovative buys that fit seamlessly into beauty and workout routines,” said Editor in Chief Liz Vaccariello.

SHAPE’s Beauty Awards highlight the products that stand up to an active, anything-goes lifestyle. Each winning beauty product has been tested by the SHAPE Squad, a group of fitness- and beauty-minded staffers, wellness pros and dermatologists. This group sifts through hundreds of new products launched in the previous year to highlight the top picks that create this cumulative guide. Winners have the opportunity to be a part of SHAPE’s coveted Beauty Lab Box, which includes dozens of editor-approved products from top beauty and wellness brands at one affordable price. The third edition of the box is launching later this year in time for the holiday season.

The full list of SHAPE’s 2021 Beauty Awards can be read below and online at shape.com/beautyawards now.


The Best of Makeup

  • Powder: SeneGence Translucent Loose Powder
  • Concealer: CoverGirl Outlast Extreme Wear Concealer
  • Waterproof Mascara: Dior Diorshow Iconic Overcurl Waterproof Mascara
  • Foundation: Fenty Beauty Eaze Drop Blurring Skin Tint
  • Powder Blush: Laura Geller Baked Blush-n-Brighten Marbelized Blush
  • Lip Balm: EleVen by Venus Williams
  • Mascara: Lawless The One and Done Long-Wear Volumizing Mascara
  • Tinted Multibalm: Jones Road Miracle Balm
  • Brow Gel: Kosas Air Brow Tinted Volumizing Treatment Gel
  • Cream Blush: Saie Dew Blush
  • Eyeliner: Stila Stay All Day Dual-Ended Waterproof Liquid Eye Liner
  • Eye Shadow: Beautycounter Lid Glow Cream Shadow
  • Bronzer: Makeup by Mario Soft Sculpt Shaping Stick
  • Lip Gloss: About-Face Light Lock Lip Gloss
  • Lipstick: Lancôme L’Absolu Rouge Drama Ink Liquid Lipstick
  • Primer: Urban Decay All Nighter Ultra Glow Face Primer


The Best of Hair

  • Color Enhancer: Schwarzkopf Color Boost
  • Smoothing Shampoo and Conditioner: Herbal Essences Smooth Rose Hips Shampoo and Conditioner
  • Dry Shampoo: Living Proof Perfect Hair Day Advanced Clean Dry Shampoo
  • Brush: WetBrush Refresh & Extend Paddle Detangler
  • Hair-Growth Treatment: BosleyMD Hair Regrowth Treatment
  • Scalp Scrub: Innersense Organic Beauty True Enlightenment Scalp Scrub
  • Color-Treated Shampoo & Conditioner: Love Beauty and Planet Aluminum Refillable Murumuru Butter & Rose Shampoo and Conditioner
  • Curl Enhancer: Ouidad Coil Infusion Give a Boost Styling + Shaping Gel Cream
  • Strand Smoother: OGX FrizzFree + Keratin Smoothing Oil Miracle Gloss Spray
  • Hair Spray: Nexxus Weightless Style Ultra Fine Hair Spray
  • Moisturizing Shampoo & Conditioner: Monday Haircare Moisture Shampoo and Conditioner
  • Co-Wash: Matrix Total Results A Curl Can Dream Co-Wash
  • Mask: Olaplex No. 8 Bond Intense Moisture Mask
  • Blowout Styler: IGK Good Behavior Spirulina Protein Smoothing Blowout Balm
  • Leave-In: Odele Leave-in Detangling Tonic
  • Volumizer: Revitalash Cosmetics Volume Enhancing Foam
  • Tool: T3 Airebrush Duo


The Best of Body

  • Lotion: Olay Firming Body Lotion With Collagen
  • Foot Treatment: Dr.’s Remedy Fearless Foot Finisher Therapeutic Foot Balm
  • Deodorant: Type: A Aluminum Free Deodorant
  • Mist: Alo Yoga Magnesium Reset Spray
  • Nail Treatment: Olive & June Nail Strengthener
  • Antiperspirant: Secret Refillable Invisible Solid Antiperspirant & Deodorant
  • Hand Wash: Dial Complete Clean + Gentle Foaming Hand Wash
  • Wash: Degree Maximum Recovery Body Wash & Soak
  • Oil: Vaseline Illuminate Me Shimmering Body Oil
  • Teeth Whitener: Crest Whitening Emulsions With Built-In Applicator
  • Fragrance: Nest New York Perfume Oil
  • Sunscreen: Native Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30
  • Treatment: Mutha Body Contour Serum
  • Hand Cream: Jergens Ultra Healing+ Hand and Body Cream
  • Mouthwash: Hello Products Naturally Healthy Mouthwash Refill Pouch
  • Nail Polish: Nails Inc. Plant Power Plant-Based Polish
  • Mask: Kopari Pink Soufflé Body Mask


The Best of Face

  • Cleanser for a Deep Clean: Renée Rouleau Mint Renewal Cleanser
  • Acne Treatment: Burt’s Bees Targeted Spot Treatment
  • Essence: Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Moisture Essence
  • Face Tool: Jenny Patinkin Pure Luxury Organic Reusable Sheet Mask
  • Vitamin C: Wander Beauty Sight C-er Vitamin C Concentrate
  • Hair Removal: Versed Instant Gratification At-Home Dermaplaning Tool
  • Night Cream: Cetaphil Healthy Radiance Renewing Cream
  • Retinol Serum: Clinique Smart Clinical Repair Wrinkle Correcting Serum
  • Dark Spot Treatment: Paula’s Choice Clinical Discoloration Repair Serum
  • Exfoliant: CeraVe Skin Renewing Nightly Exfoliating Treatment
  • Firming Serum: Alpyn Beauty Wild Nettle & Niacinamide Firming Serum
  • Micellar Water: Mary Kay Micellar Water
  • Hyaluronic Acid: FaceGym Hydro-Bound Daily Serum
  • Sunscreen Stick: MDSolarSciences Solar Stick Tinted SPF 40
  • Eye Cream: Neutrogena Rapid Firming Peptide Multi Action Eye Cream
  • Day Cream: Uncommon Beauty Daily Water Cream
  • Sunscreen: Le Prunier Plumscreen
  • Makeup Remover: Farmacy Sweet Apple Clean Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm
  • Oil: Kate McLeod Face Stone


The Best of Derm Picks

  • Cleanser: Epionce Lytic Gel Cleanser
  • Tinted Moisturizer: Alastin Skincare Hydratint Pro Mineral Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 36
  • Peel: Glo Skin Beauty HydraBright AHA Glow Peel
  • Sunscreen for Body: Vacation Classic Lotion SPF 30
  • Sunscreen for Face: La Roche-Posay Anthelios Mineral SPF 30 Moisturizer + Hyaluronic Acid
  • Eye Cream: SkinBetter Science EyeMax AlphaRet Overnight Cream
  • Neck Cream: SkinMedica Neck Correct Cream
  • Night Cream: PCA Skin Hyaluronic Acid Overnight Mask
  • Body Wash: Dove Care & Protect Antibacterial Body Wash
  • Body Scrub: Differin Acne Clearing Body Scrub
  • Body Treatment: Emsculpt NEO
  • New Filler: The RHA Collection
  • Microneedling Treatment: Vivace Fractional Micro Needle RF
  • Scalp Treatment: HydraFacial Keravive


ABOUT SHAPE

SHAPE serves as the definitive resource for the woman who leads an active lifestyle. Through our magazine, website, social platforms, and experiences, we deliver science-backed information, inspiring stories, and a proven roadmap to navigate the journey to her goals. We understand her, we motivate her, and we speak to her directly in a trusted, friendly voice—about the race she trains for, the cooking class she wants to try, the adventure trip she goes on, the workout trend that piques her interest, the new skin care routine she has been searching for. With SHAPE, she has the tools and motivation to stay active, healthy, and happy—today and every day. SHAPE’s encouragement and backing of expert editors and contributing board of advisors helps her to shape her biggest and boldest life.

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