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Advancing Transport for the Masses: Stark Drive Redefines E-Bike Affordability With an Innovative Folding and Configurable Bike Under $300 USD
Looking to transcend the current standards of the electric bicycle market, Stark Drive, (https://starkdrive.bike/), introduces a new level of personal conveyance and convenience on two wheels with their Stark Drive Mini e-bike.
The Duchess Of Cyber Security: Making Impacts In The Industry
When you think of cyber security, the prevention of computer hacking, and protection of digital assets comes to mind. After the recent digital hacks of companies such as Yahoo, Equifax, Target and JP Morgan Chase, it is obvious that this reoccurring security issue could use a major reevaluation by some of the brightest minds and experts. One woman making a massive impact in this field is Dr. Chanel Suggs.
Chicago, Cook County Homeownership to Get Boost with $8 Million NeighborhoodLIFT Program
Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE:WFC), NeighborWorks® America and its network member, Neighborhood Housing Services of Chicago, recently announced the NeighborhoodLIFT® program will expand to the Chicago area with an $8 million commitment by Wells Fargo to boost homeownership in Cook County.
Greencore Group appoints Anton Vincent as CEO of Greencore USA
Vincent joined the Group on July 9, 2018 and reports to Greencore Group CEO, Patrick Coveney. Vincent has over 20 years of leadership experience in the US food manufacturing industry and brings strong US food industry relationships to the Group. He joins Greencore from General Mills, where he most recently was the president of their $3 billion US Snacks division. Vincent began his career at General Mills in 1993, progressing through leadership roles including executive roles as President of the Frozen Frontier division and President of the Baking division.
The American Red Cross welcomes Parrish Ivy to the regional board of directors
“Parrish’s years of experience in the corporate sector and leadership skills add valuable perspective to our board of directors,” said Celena Roldán, chief executive officer of the American Red Cross of Chicago & Northern Illinois. “He is a great addition to our leadership team that serves the community through our humanitarian services and programs.”
Ellene V. Miles Hired As Senior VP Intersectional Marketing
Sony Pictures Entertainment has brought on marketing vet Ellene V. Miles to join the Motion Picture Group’s marketing team in the newly carved out position of SVP Intersectional Marketing. The announcement was made by Andre Caraco, co-president of domestic marketing.
New book provides insight on how to unlock the career of your dreams
“MOST COMPANIES ARE MORE INTERESTED IN DEVELOPING EMPLOYEES TO PERFORM TASKS VERSUS DEVELOPING THE KINDS OF STAFF THAT THINK OUTSIDE OF THE MUNDANE BOX.” MELERICK MITCHELL, AUTHOR
David M. Luna highlights how illicit trade poses many harms across the international community
Numerous international organizations have estimated that today’s global illicit markets, and various forms of “convergence crime”, account for several trillions of U.S. dollars every year, to include the trafficking of drugs, people (especially women and children), arms, counterfeit and pirated goods, illegal cigarettes and alcohol products, endangered wildlife, pillaged natural resources, and many other illicit commodities, corrupt proceeds and illicit financial flows.
Kroger and Nuro Partner to Pilot Autonomous Delivery
The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) and Nuro recently announced a new partnership to redefine the grocery customer experience for Americans by piloting an on-road, fully autonomous delivery experience.
Reset Your Life Goals Now! Tips for A Summer Recharge!
Whether it’s upcoming vacation plans or the kids being home from school, summertime is the hardest season for keeping up with your business goals and plans. But what if there was a way to turn your summer slip-ups into strengths?
New Book Traces the Journey from the ‘Margins’ to Inspiring Respectful Workforce Development
Citizens “living on the margins, living on the sidelines” must be treated with dignity and be seen as “Candidates” for opportunities, not as clients, not as numbers, and not as a forgotten population by overworked, uninspired bureaucrats, according to Carla Harris, in her new book FaithWorks: An Innovative Approach to Workforce Development.
Goodyear Announces Retirement of Chief Financial Officer
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company (NASDAQ: GT) recently announced that Laura K. Thompson, executive vice president and chief financial officer has informed the company of her intention to retire in the first quarter of 2019 after 35 years of dedicated and distinguished service.
Great Lakes Coca-Cola Bottling Launches Dear Future Chicago, a $30,000 Challenge to Chicagoans to Improve Workforce Development
On June 11, Great Lakes Coca-Cola Bottling will introduce “Dear Future Chicago,” an ambitious challenge to young adults to come up with new, innovative ideas to improve workforce development in the greater Chicago area. Dear Future Chicago is a part of the national “Dear Future Challenge,” an initiative by The Coca-Cola Company to encourage people to join in locally based efforts to renew and strengthen communities across America.
ComEd Honors Seven Local Diverse Suppliers at Annual Awards Celebration
even local companies owned and led by people of color and women were recognized for excellence in construction and professional services, environmental stewardship, community building, job creation, and more at ComEd’s third-annual Diverse Supplier Awards ceremony held recently.
