PITTSBURGH, Dec. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — U.S. Plastics Pact today released its 2023-2024 Impact Report, celebrating significant strides toward a circular economy for plastics while calling for stronger collaboration across industries, governments, and consumers. The report highlights achievements by the Pact’s 135 Activators and emphasizes the urgency of unified federal action, public-private partnerships, and personal responsibility… Continue reading U.S. Plastics Pact Unveils 2023-2024 Impact Report, Showcasing Innovation and Urgent Call for Collective Action
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Sound Agriculture Secures $25M to Advance Bioinspired Nutrient Efficiency Solutions
EMERYVILLE, Calif., Dec. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Sound Agriculture, a high growth agtech company, has spun out its leading plant epigenetics platform and completed a $25 million extension of its Series D raise. The new financing, co-led by BMO Impact Investment Fund and S2G Ventures, will propel Sound toward profitability and support the launch of… Continue reading Sound Agriculture Secures $25M to Advance Bioinspired Nutrient Efficiency Solutions
Brigham Exploration Acquires Great Western Drilling Ltd.’s Non-Operated Assets in the Permian Basin
AUSTIN, Texas, Dec. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Affiliates of Brigham Exploration (“BEXP”), a leading non-operated oil & gas company, announced today the acquisition of Great Western Drilling Ltd.’s (“GWDC”) non-operated assets in Texas and New Mexico. The combination of the acquired assets and BEXP’s existing portfolio creates one of the largest private non-operated footprints in the… Continue reading Brigham Exploration Acquires Great Western Drilling Ltd.’s Non-Operated Assets in the Permian Basin
AI startup Databricks seals $10b funding with participation from GICThe round was led by Joshua Kushner’s Thrive Capital.
Databricks has secured a $62 billion valuation after raising $10 billion in one of the largest venture capital funding rounds in history, underscoring the unprecedented appetite for AI-focused startups. The round, led by Joshua Kushner’s Thrive Capital, drew investments from elite firms, including Andreessen Horowitz, DST Global, GIC, Insight Partners, and WCM Investment Management. Existing… Continue reading AI startup Databricks seals $10b funding with participation from GICThe round was led by Joshua Kushner’s Thrive Capital.
ON Semiconductor and Denso Team Up to Boost Self-Driving Tech
ON Semiconductor and Denso Team Up to Boost Self-Driving Tech On Tuesday, ON Semiconductor Corp (NASDAQ:ON) and tier-one automotive supplier Denso Corp (OTC:DNZOF) (OTC:DNZOY) announced that they are strengthening their long-term relationship to support the procurement of autonomous driving (AD) and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) technologies. ON Semiconductor has supplied Denso with the latest… Continue reading ON Semiconductor and Denso Team Up to Boost Self-Driving Tech
AI Handwriting Recognition Award Presented to Funeral Directors Life
OKLAHOMA CITY, Dec. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — BIS, a pioneer in intelligent document processing, today announced that Funeral Directors Life (FDL) has been named the 2024 Grooper Client of the Year. FDL was recognized for its exceptional implementation of Grooper AI acceleration in contract processing, demonstrating a commitment to innovation, operational efficiency, improving the lives… Continue reading AI Handwriting Recognition Award Presented to Funeral Directors Life
Standard Wellness Secures $10 Million Credit Facility at Market-Leading 9.25% Rate to Refinance Debt and Drive Growth
CLEVELAND, Dec. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Standard Wellness Holdings, LLC (“Standard Wellness” or the “Company“), a leading Multi-state cannabis operator, is pleased to announce that various affiliates have successfully secured a $10 million credit facility from a prominent commercial bank. This strategic financing, structured as a 10-year term loan amortizing over 20 years with a… Continue reading Standard Wellness Secures $10 Million Credit Facility at Market-Leading 9.25% Rate to Refinance Debt and Drive Growth
MADD and Uber Join Forces to Raise Essential Funds During Impaired Driving Prevention Month to Fight Impaired Driving
Donations Will Support MADD’s Lifesaving Youth Prevention Programs, Advocacy Efforts and Victims Services IRVING, Texas, Dec. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Mothers Against Drunk Driving® (MADD) and Uber Technologies, Inc. are teaming up for a powerful holiday campaign during Impaired Driving Prevention Month. From December 16 – January 3, riders nationwide can make a difference by donating to… Continue reading MADD and Uber Join Forces to Raise Essential Funds During Impaired Driving Prevention Month to Fight Impaired Driving
Colossal’s America’s Favorite Pet Competition Returns for 2025, and It’s Legit!
In 2024, donations generated through Colossal’s America’s Favorite Pet competition resulted in an $8.9 million grant to PAWS through its charity grantmaking partner, DTCare. PHOENIX, Dec. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Colossal Management, the leading professional fundraiser, is thrilled to announce that it is kicking off 2025 with its legacy competition (and one of the cutest of… Continue reading Colossal’s America’s Favorite Pet Competition Returns for 2025, and It’s Legit!
10 Lessons Learned By Eskin Fundraising Training
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Dec. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — From the very start of the fundraising training/consulting practice, Eskin Fundraising Training, LLC, the emphasis has been on the power of a “learning community.” This recognizes that no single person has all the answers, but within the room — physical or virtual — almost any question can be answered.… Continue reading 10 Lessons Learned By Eskin Fundraising Training