An organization needs to have met the Great Place to Work Certified™ standard and have exceptionally high scores on the Trust Index survey to be eligible for a “Best Workplace™” list, and, in the case of the 2023 Best Workplaces™ for Professional Development recognition, at least 90% of survey participants needed to agree with the statement “I am offered training and development to further myself professionally.”
In Venterra’s 2022 anonymous survey of its Canadian team members, the organization surpassed this metric and had 96% of survey participants agree with the statement “Taking everything into account, I would say this is a great place to work.”
“With our commitment as leaders to invest in the growth of our team members and a relentless pursuit of fostering internal talent, we are deeply honored to be named among other prestigious organizations on this Great Place to Work® list,” said Venterra CEO, John Foresi. “This recognition would not be possible without the remarkable dedication, skills, and service-oriented approach embodied by our exceptional colleagues and team leaders.”
“We view learning and professional growth as fundamental components of an exceptional employee experience,” added Venterra Chairman, Andrew Stewart. “As our portfolio continues to expand and flourish, we are more committed than ever to nurturing the professional development of our colleagues. We are fortunate to have offices and communities staffed by individuals who are passionate about lifelong learning, and we take pride in empowering them to progress alongside the organization’s growth.”
About Venterra: Founded in 2001, Venterra Realty owns and manages approximately 80 communities and more than 23,000 apartment units across 19 major US cities that provide housing to over 45,000 people and 15,000 pets. The organization has completed over $9.0 billion in real estate transactions and currently manages a portfolio of multi-family real estate assets valued at over $4.8 billion. Venterra is committed to improving the lives of its residents by delivering industry-leading customer experience. Find out more about Venterra Realty and its award-winning company culture at Venterra.com.
About Great Place to Work®: Great Place to Work is the global authority on high-trust, high-performance workplace cultures. A global research and consulting firm, Great Place to Work® provides the benchmarks and expertise needed to create, sustain, and recognize outstanding workplace cultures. In Canada, Great Place to Work® produces both industry and demographic specific Best Workplace™ lists, and represents the voices of 500,000 employees across industry. This is part of the world’s largest annual workplace study, recognizing the world’s Best Workplaces in a series of national lists including those published by The Globe & Mail (Canada) and Fortune magazine (USA). Visit us at www.greatplacetowork.ca
Long-Sought Policy Initiative Formally Enacted; Lauder: “Program strengthens security ties between the US and Israel“
NEW YORK, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Reacting to the U.S. government’s invitation to the State of Israel to join the Visa Waiver Program, World Jewish Congress President Ronald S. Lauder said:
“I applaud and commend President Biden, Secretary Blinken, Secretary Mayorkas and the entire Biden Administration for its leadership in accomplishing what has long been identified as a major bilateral priority. I also congratulate Israel and commend the successive governments and dedicated civil servants who have worked tirelessly toward Israel’s acceptance.
“Two years ago, President Biden publicly pledged that the U.S. would help Israel in “fulfilling the requirements” for entry into the program. Today, U.S. officials announced that Israel will become the 41st country to join this coveted program. By virtue of its entry into the program, VWP is strengthening security ties between the U.S. and Israel. As all Israelis gain access to the program later this year, it will undoubtedly strengthen business ties, expand people-to-people connections and promote cross-cultural understanding.
“Jewish communities across the United States have significant equities at stake, and community leaders nationwide have made their voices heard in support of Israel’s bid. As I said back in July, at the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding by Ambassadors Michael Herzog and Thomas Nides, our schools, summer camps, sister city relationships and myriad other cross-cultural programs will benefit immeasurably, as will so many families with relatives in both countries.
“Israel’s entry into the program also includes commitments for reciprocal privileges and equal treatment for all U.S. passport holders, which is also of vital importance, and I urge others to acknowledge the extent of the commitments and changes Israel has enacted, as the U.S. government has done with its announcement today.”
Unique Program Includes Free Child’s Ticket Offer in Select Build-A-Bear Workshops and Film-Inspired Experiences in Key Cinemark Theaters to Promote the Animated Family Friendly Movie
ST. LOUIS , Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — In a first-time deal of its kind for the company, Build-A-Bear Entertainment, a subsidiary of Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW), with Foundation Media Partners, announces a collaboration with Cinemark Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CNK) to exclusively release the company’s new animated feature film Glisten and the Merry Mission in Cinemark theaters across the country starting November 3. The first trailer for Glisten and the Merry Mission, which can be seen at Build-A-Bear® | Merry Mission Movie (buildabear.com) highlights the heartfelt and exciting story reminding everyone that “Christmas is all about believing.”
Build-A-Bear’s new animated feature film ‘Glisten and the Merry Mission’ to be released in Cinemark theaters across the country starting November 3. The collaboration features a unique program that includes a special promotion, offering a free child’s ticket to see the movie at a Cinemark theater for guests who visit a Build-A-Bear Workshop and make a furry friend during the film’s theatrical run.
This agreement with Cinemark, one of the largest and most influential theatrical exhibition companies in the world, is enhanced by a unique program that includes a special promotion, offering a free child’s ticket to see the movie at a Cinemark theater for guests who visit a Build-A-Bear Workshop and make a furry friend during the film’s theatrical run. Build-A-Bear and Cinemark will also be hosting Glisten and the Merry Mission special events at select theaters with appearances by Glisten the mascot featuring unique bear building experiences with plush versions of characters from the movie.
“Cinemark is excited to work with Build-A-Bear Entertainment on this special theatrical film release for Glisten and the Merry Mission,” said Wanda Gierhart Fearing, Cinemark Chief Marketing and Content Officer. “There is nothing like seeing a film through a child’s eyes, and we can’t wait for families everywhere to get to partake in this unique multi-faceted event which is sure to spread holiday joy as an iconic furry friend comes to the big screen for the first time.”
This is the first animated theatrical film release for Build-A-Bear Entertainment and is positioned to be a new, family-favorite holiday classic with a variety of award-winning celebrity voice talent including Grammy nominated Julia Michaels and multi-Grammy Award winner Dionne Warwick plus Freddie Prinze Jr., Chevy Chase, Billy Ray Cyrus and recent Avatar star, Trinity Bliss. The feature is enhanced with original music including a special holiday song by Ms. Warwick produced by Grammy winner Damon Elliot.
The film is based on a storyline inspired by Build-A-Bear Workshop’s multi-year best-selling plush, the Merry Mission collection, which includes the enchanted snow deer, Glisten. The new film, rated “G” for General Audiences, is expected to have a multi-generational appeal, as a visit to Build-A-Bear Workshop has become a holiday tradition for both kids and ‘kids at heart’ to create special memories.
“The mission for our Build-A-Bear Entertainment division is to create engaging and heartwarming content that extends our appeal and resonates with our fans, and this collaboration with Cinemark to theatrically debut Glisten and the Merry Mission, furthers this commitment,” said Sharon Price John, President and Chief Executive Officer of Build-A-Bear. “Our guests have loved this popular plush collection for years, and we believe they will be thrilled to see their favorite Merry Mission characters come to life on the big screen. We are delighted to partner with Cinemark and to have worked with this incredible team to bring our magical story to life.”
Glisten and the Merry Mission follows a young elfling, Marzipan, and her mother Cinnameg, the newly minted manager of Santa’s troubled North Pole workshop. Marzipan must believe in the magic of the season to help save Christmas which leads to the adventure of a lifetime and the search to rediscover the enchanted snow deer, Glisten. The pursuit of their merry mission is aided by Santa and a colorful cadre of reindeer and elves, including a big bear on the “naughty list” named Grizz, and the wise elf Sage Evergreen.
“Glisten and the Merry Mission is the type of heartfelt, feel-good family film that a theatrical experience was made for, and Cinemark is the best at delivering that to audiences. We can’t wait for families to enjoy this movie together on the big screen to see some of their favorite Merry Mission characters come to life,” said Patrick Hughes, President of Foundation Media Partners. “With this direct theatrical debut, Foundation Media Partners and Build-A-Bear Entertainment continue to expand our entertainment footprint with a value-enhancing approach to developing, producing and releasing content as we evolve our innovative model.”
Guests can visit the Glisten and the Merry Mission website to learn more about the movie release, watch the trailer, and sign up for special promotions and upcoming events at Build-A-Bear® | Merry Mission Movie (buildabear.com). Tickets for the film will be available starting October 12 at Cinemark.com and on the Cinemark app.
Ms. John is the executive producer of the film and joins Hughes as producer. In addition to Glisten and the Merry Mission, Ms. John has executive produced several feature-length films in conjunction with Foundation Media Partners, including Unstuffed: A Build-A-Bear Story, Honey Girls, Deliver by Christmas and Christmas CEO. Hughes has separately produced films including the family comedy, Bad Guys for DreamWorks Animation, and is currently producing Thelma The Unicorn for Netflix. Both companies are working together on a number of projects, including the reimagination of the story of Goldilocks and the Three Bears with Hello Sunshine.
About Build-A-Bear Entertainment Build-A-Bear Entertainment, a division of Build-A-Bear Workshop, the IP-based company best known for its memorable and unique ‘build-your-own’ retail concept, has been actively creating a variety of content while cultivating the right relationships to bring this content to guests. The company has produced several feature-length films in conjunction with Foundation Media Partners, including Honey Girls, Deliver By Christmas and Christmas CEO. Both companies are working together on a number of projects, including the reimagination of the story of Goldilocks and the Three Bears with Hello Sunshine. In addition, the highly anticipated documentary, Unstuffed: A Build-A-Bear Story, from award-winning director Taylor Morden, which chronicles the compelling journey of Build-A-Bear’s rise from a 1997 retail-tainment start-up, to a successful multi-million dollar public company, will debut this October.
About Build-A-Bear Build-A-Bear is a multi-generational global brand focused on its mission to “add a little more heart to life” appealing to a wide array of consumer groups who enjoy the personal expression in making their own “furry friends” to celebrate and commemorate life moments. Nearly 500 interactive brick-and-mortar experience locations operated through a variety of formats provide guests of all ages a hands-on entertaining experience, which often fosters a lasting and emotional brand connection. The company also offers engaging e-commerce/digital purchasing experiences on buildabear.com including its online “Bear-Builder”, the animated “Bear Builder 3D Workshop” and its age-gated, adult-focused “Bear Cave”. In addition, extending its brand power beyond retail, Build-A-Bear Entertainment, a subsidiary of Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc., is dedicated to creating engaging content for kids and adults that fulfills the company’s mission, while the company also offers products at wholesale and in non-plush consumer categories via licensing agreements with leading manufacturers. Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. posted total revenue of $467.9 million in fiscal 2022. For more information, visit the Investor Relations section of buildabear.com.
About Cinemark Holdings, Inc. Headquartered in Plano, TX, Cinemark (NYSE: CNK) is one of the largest and most influential movie theater companies in the world. Cinemark’s circuit, comprised of various brands that also include Century, Tinseltown and Rave, operates 514 theaters (315 U.S.; 199 South and Central America) with 5,812 screens (4,370 U.S.; 1,442 South and Central America) in 42 states domestically and 14 countries throughout South and Central America. Cinemark consistently provides an extraordinary guest experience from the initial ticket purchase to the closing credits, including Movie Club, the first U.S. exhibitor-launched subscription program and the first to reach the one-million-member milestone; the highest Luxury Lounger recliner seat penetration among the major players; XD – the No. 1 exhibitor-brand premium large format; and expansive food and beverage options to further enhance the moviegoing experience. For more information go to https://ir.cinemark.com.
About Foundation Media Foundation’s clients and executive team have produced a number of commercially successful and award-winning films for major studios and independent financiers. Foundation’s slate includes movies from some of the most prolific filmmakers in the world, cultivating some of today’s most dynamic and cutting-edge new voices. Recent titles include THE BAD GUYS, based on the best-selling book franchise by Aaron Blabey, which was released earlier this year by Dreamworks Animation and Universal Pictures; THELMA THE UNICORN, based on another best-selling book franchise by Blabey, is currently in PRODUCTION with director Jared Hess (Napoleon Dynamite) for Netflix; DELIVER BY CHRISTMAS, which was Build-A-Bear Entertainment’s first film with Hallmark released in Fall of 2020; and HONEY GIRLS, the first Build-A-Bear Entertainment feature film for Sony Pictures Worldwide Acquisitions, based on Build-A-Bear Workshop’s pop music trio and released in 2021.
Inauguración de una nueva instalación de productos solares en Mesa, Arizona
ENDICOTT, N.Y., 27 de septiembre de 2023/PRNewswire/ — Amphenol Industrial Operations, líder mundial en sistemas de interconexión, ampliará sus operaciones con la apertura de una nueva fábrica de productos solares en el cuarto trimestre de 2023. La nueva instalación de 58.000 pies cuadrados estará ubicada en Mesa, Arizona, ampliando aún más la presencia de fabricación de Amphenol en la ciudad.
Se prevé que esta nueva fábrica creará hasta 50 nuevos puestos de trabajo especializados y se centrará en la fabricación de cajas de conexiones solares, conectores y otros conjuntos de interconexión avanzados para respaldar la industria de la energía solar.
Tras la aprobación de la Ley de Reducción de la Inflación de EE.UU., el lanzamiento de esta instalación de última generación está diseñado para ayudar con la creciente demanda de energía solar, así como para contribuir a reducir la huella de carbono del país. Estará equipado con maquinaria avanzada y tecnologías robóticas destinadas a garantizar los más altos estándares de calidad y eficiencia.
“Estamos encantados de ampliar nuestras operaciones y apoyar a la industria de la energía solar con nuevos productos diseñados para aumentar la eficiencia y la fiabilidad, al mismo tiempo que reducimos el riesgo de la cadena de suministro en el mercado estadounidense”, afirmó Mark Cunningham, director general de Amphenol Industrial Operations. “Nuestro negocio está comprometido a producir productos sostenibles que reduzcan las emisiones de carbono y apoyen un futuro más verde”.
Se seleccionó Mesa debido a su ubicación estratégica, clima comercial favorable y fuerza laboral calificada, lo que la convierte en una ubicación ideal para la nueva fábrica solar. La construcción de esta instalación creará numerosos puestos de trabajo para la comunidad local y reforzará a Amphenol Industrial Operations como uno de los principales proveedores de la industria de la energía verde.
“Estamos satisfechos con la decisión de Amphenol Industrial Operations de expandir sus operaciones aquí en Mesa“, dijo John Giles, alcalde de Mesa. “Esta nueva fábrica traerá importantes beneficios económicos a nuestra comunidad y contribuirá al crecimiento del sector de la energía renovable en Arizona“. La concejal Jenn Duff agregó: “Con esta nueva empresa en Mesa, no solo estamos produciendo productos solares. Estamos dando forma a un mundo más limpio y brillante para las generaciones venideras. Mesa está comprometida con la gestión ambiental y el crecimiento económico”.
“Las cajas de conexiones de Amphenol Industrial Operations se están convirtiendo en un componente esencial de la lista de materiales de Heliene para sus módulos solares fotovoltaicos fabricados en EE.UU.”, dijo Martin Pochtaruk, presidente de Heliene, uno de los fabricantes de módulos nacionales de más rápido crecimiento en Norteamérica y un cliente de Amphenol Industrial Operations debido a su enfoque americano.
Najnowsza aktualizacja należy do szerzej zakrojonej strategii stworzenia pierwszej w branży ujednoliconej platformy danych cyfrowych do badań zdecentralizowanych i hybrydowych.
ROCKVILLE, Md., 27 września 2023 r. /PRNewswire/ — Emmes, globalna spółka prowadząca działalność badawczą na zlecenie (CRO) zaangażowana we wsparcie zdrowia publicznego i rozwoju branży biofarmaceutycznej, ogłasza uzupełnienie Advantage eClinical o funkcje telemedyczne. Nowa aplikacja umożliwia realizację zaplanowanych wizyt w formie wirtualnej z wykorzystaniem rozmów wideo bezpośrednio przez platformę, a pacjenci mogą się logować za pomocą dotychczasowego portalu dla uczestników. Advantage eClinical zaprojektowano w celu umożliwienia dostępu do prostych, intuicyjnych funkcji, które płynnie dopasowują się do codziennego życia uczestników i ośrodków badawczych.
Dodanie funkcji telemedycznych stanowi część szerszego planu rozwoju platformy danych klinicznych trzeciej generacji spółki Emmes. Wizją spółki jest stworzenie pierwszej ujednoliconej, elastycznej infrastruktury cyfrowej badań klinicznych, która w sposób minimalny angażuje ośrodki badawcze i uczestników oraz jest bardziej przystępna. Pojedyncza, elastyczna platforma łączy w sobie wszystkie metody prowadzenia badań klinicznych – tradycyjne, zdecentralizowane z wykorzystaniem metod hybrydowych oraz w pełni wirtualne – a także uwzględnia wszystkie potrzeby pacjentów, sponsorów i ośrodków badawczych. Obejmuje ona również wszystkie zadania, od pozyskiwania i czyszczenia danych oraz monitorowania po zarządzanie przepływem pracy, lokalizację próbek, a nawet narzędzia do oceny klinicznej i rekrutacji.
„Advantage eClinical to coś więcej niż EDC (elektroniczne utrwalenie danych) czy eCOA/ePRO (elektroniczne oceny wyników badań klinicznych / wyników zgłaszanych przez pacjentów). Jest to platforma, która przyspieszy realizację wszystkich rodzajów badań klinicznych w ramach ujednoliconego modułowego systemu. 90 proc. respondentów badania opinii i wniosków przeprowadzonego w 2021 r. przez Centrum Informacji i Badań nad Uczestnictwem w Badaniach Klinicznych (CISCRP) podkreśla znaczenie wyboru sposobu realizacji wizyt w ramach badania klinicznego, na przykład w formie wizyt wirtualnych lub domowych. Eliminując potrzebę zorganizowania i utworzenia dodatkowych systemów badań zdecentralizowanych (DCT), mamy nadzieję, że więcej badań będzie przewidywać alternatywne sposoby uczestnictwa z uwzględnieniem potrzeb pacjentów” – skomentowała Ching Tian, dyrektor ds. innowacji w Emmes.
Ashley Davidson, zastępczyni wiceprezesa ds. zarządzania produktami i działalnością, wyjaśniła, że aplikacja do rozwiązań telemedycznych znacznie uprości przepływ pracy w ośrodkach badań, ponieważ wszystkie informacje będą wyświetlane na ekranie jednocześnie, w tym formularze oceny i karty pacjentów. Dodała: „Rozwiązanie daje wrażenie prawdziwej wizyty odbywanej osobiście i umożliwia jednoczesne robienie notatek i przeglądanie kart pacjenta. Jeśli chodzi o aspekt praktyczny, obsługa zdecentralizowanego lub hybrydowego badania klinicznego oznacza, że w badaniach mogą uczestniczyć bardziej zróżnicowane grupy pacjentów, co jest czynnikiem bardzo istotnym z punktu widzenia organów regulacyjnych”.
Platforma Advantage eClinical działa w chmurze i jest zgodna z zasadą 21 CFR część 11, RODO i HIPAA. Jest ona dostępna jako samodzielny produkt – oprogramowanie jako usługa (SaaS) – dla każdego klienta i CRO z branży biofarmaceutycznej. Platforma obsłużyła już ponad 1000 badań klinicznych z udziałem niemal miliona pacjentów w ponad 70 krajach i przeszło 31 000 ośrodkach badawczych.
Emmes Założona ponad 45 lat temu Emmes jest globalną spółką prowadzącą kompleksowe badania kliniczne na zlecenie, która dąży do doskonałości we wspieraniu zdrowia publicznego i rozwoju innowacji w dziedzinie biofarmaceutycznej. Do klientów spółki należą liczne agencje i instytuty amerykańskiego rządu federalnego oraz szeroki zakres firm biotechnologicznych, farmaceutycznych i produkujących wyroby medyczne na całym świecie. Aby dowiedzieć się więcej o pozytywnym wpływie tych badań na zdrowie ludzi, odwiedź stronę internetową Emmes www.emmes.com.
Company Continues to Build Momentum with Most Recent Portfolio Expansion.
DALLAS, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — 4WEB Medical, an orthopedic implant company focused on developing innovative implants that utilize its proprietary Truss Implant Technology™, announced that it has received 510K clearance to market the newest additions to the company’s implant portfolio, the Cervical Spine Truss System (CSTS) Integrated Plating Solution and two cervical interbody line extensions which include implants with 12 degrees of lordosis and an option for a large footprint (16mm x19mm).
4WEB’s Cervical Spine Truss System (CSTS) Integrated Plating Solution
Jonathan Hires, Director of Research and Development commented, “The CSTS Integrated Plating Solution provides an additional stand-alone treatment option for 4WEB’s surgeon customers. With two product launches in Q3 and regulatory clearance for the integrated plate, we have built significant momentum towards completing the company’s comprehensive cervical portfolio by the end of the year.”
The CSTS Integrated Plating Solution clearance follows several recent milestones including the launch of a non-integrated cervical plating solution and a second-generation cervical interbody fusion device which came to market in Q3. Additionally, the company has previously announced plans to launch an integrated anchor fixation system in early Q4. The expanded suite of products will provide a variety of cervical fusion constructs for varying anatomical needs. With this portfolio expansion and continued product development, 4WEB has established itself as a leader in the cervical interbody fusion market.
“The launch of the CSTS Integrated Plating Solution builds on an already robust product portfolio. We are excited to launch several new cervical products before the end of the year and look forward to capitalizing on this success with significant growth in 2024,” said Geoff Bigos, Vice President of 4WEB Medical’s Spine Division.
About 4WEB Medical
4WEB Medical, founded in 2008 in Dallas, TX, is an orthopedic implant company. Thirty years of research in topological dimension theory led to the discovery of a novel geometry, the 4WEB, that can be used as a building block to create high-strength, lightweight web structures. The company leveraged this breakthrough to develop 4WEB Medical’s proprietary Truss Implant Technology™. 4WEB was the first company to receive 510(k) clearance for an implant manufactured with 3D printing technology. The 4WEB Medical product portfolio includes the Cervical Spine Truss System™, the Stand Alone Cervical Spine Truss System™, the Stand Alone Anterior Spine Truss System, the Anterior Spine Truss System™, the Posterior Spine Truss System™, the Lateral Spine Truss System™, the Osteotomy Truss System™.
4WEB Medical is actively developing truss implant designs for tumor, trauma, and patient-specific applications.
