Tag: Illinois Business
2022 U.S. State Policy Scorecard for Water Efficiency and Sustainability released by Alliance for Water Efficiency (AWE)
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Today the Alliance for Water Efficiency (AWE) released the 2022 U.S. State Policy Scorecard for Water Efficiency and Sustainability (Scorecard), which ranked each U.S. state based on its adoption of laws and policies that advance water efficiency, conservation, sustainability, and affordability. California was the top-ranked state in the nation, followed by Texas, Arizona, Georgia, Washington, New York, Nevada, New Hampshire, Colorado, and Minnesota.
BlueStone Advisors launches lithium-ion battery insurance captive to help advanced battery companies manage their insurance costs
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- BlueStone Advisors, a specialty commercial insurance brokerage firm, announced today the launch of their BlueStone Lithium-Ion Battery Captive to help advanced battery companies manage their insurance costs and offer a broader policy with comprehensive and consistent coverage terms.
‘The Candy in My Pocket’ is an Inspirational Memoir About Designing Your Best Life
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- With holiday shopping just around the corner, John Robert Wiltgen's riveting memoir "The Candy in My Pocket" (ISBN: 979-8986007007), is now available for the gift giving season. As a type 1 diabetic for more than 55 years, Wiltgen has been a successful business owner and now author whose memoir describes his journey of finding joy and success amidst a life riddled with obstacles and despair due to insulin-dependent diabetes.
EPIC Acquires Larry Gordon Agency, Continues Strategic Expansion of Life and Executive Benefits Platform
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants ("EPIC") announced today that it has acquired Larry Gordon Agency ("LGA"). The acquisition continues the strategic expansion of EPIC's geographic footprint in the Midwest across its life insurance, executive benefits, and financial advisory distribution businesses under the Vanbridge Life and Executive Benefits umbrella.
Politics: Dan Robin, Attorney General Candidate in Illinois, Offers Best Possible Challenge to President Biden’s Student Loan Forgiveness
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Dan Robin, Libertarian Party (LP) candidate for Illinois Attorney General (AG), intends to file a lawsuit against the student loan servicers for fraud if they follow President Biden's forgiveness plans. Daniel K. Robin of Schaumburg is an attorney with 45 years of experience. He is running for Attorney General to make Illinois into a refuge of liberty.
Illinois’ Lake Zurich Community Unit School District 95 Selects Edupoint Synergy Student Information System
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Edupoint® Educational Systems announced today that Lake Zurich Community Unit School District 95 (LZCUSD) has selected the company's industry-leading Synergy® Student Information System (SIS) for its student data management needs. The district's solution will include Synergy SIS and Synergy Online Registration, hosted in the Synergy Cloud environment. LZCUSD serves over 5,500 students across eight schools northwest of Chicago.
EPIC Welcomes Natalia Greene, Esq. – Top Specialist in Accountants Professional Liability Further Strengthens Lemme Division
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a national insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Natalia Greene, Esq., has joined the firm's Lemme division as Senior Vice President, Risk Management.
Stride Autism Centers Expands in Illinois with New Orland Park Location
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Committed to assisting preschool aged children with autism and their families, Stride Autism Centers ("Stride") is proud to announce the opening of a brand new location in Orland Park, Illinois. Enrollment is now open for children ages 2 to 6 at this new center.
Associated Colleges of Illinois (ACI) Board of Trustees Appoints April Arnold as ACI Executive Director
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- The Board of Trustees of Associated Colleges of Illinois (ACI) appointed April Arnold, CFRE, as ACI executive director, succeeding Mick Weltman, who will retire after leading the organization for nearly eight years. Arnold brings substantial experience as a leader and fundraiser in higher education institutions and nonprofit organizations. She begins her leadership role with ACI July 5.
Black Writers Workspace and Obsidian WROTE Collection Launch Writing Competition for Black Creators
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Black writers, bloggers, journalists, poets, songwriters, and screenwriters now have a place to showcase their work, find writing jobs, win cash prizes, and collaborate with peers. The Black Writers Collaborative, a new literary competition designed to empower writers with a flair for crafting culture-infused works of art, is the latest brainchild of The Obsidian WROTE Collection, and the Black Writers Workspace.
EPIC’s Midwest Region and Financial Services Division welcomes Private Equity expert Graham V. Bayly
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property and casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Graham V. Bayly has joined the firm as a managing principal and Midwest Private Equity practice leader in its Financial Services division.
ACLENet and Government of Uganda Sign MoU to Further Effort of Building Lightning Safe Communities
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- An important milestone for promoting lightning safety across Africa occurred with the February 2022 signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the US and Uganda-based African Centers for Lightning and Electromagnetics Network (ACLENet) and the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) of Uganda. This MoU was piloted and promoted by the Ministry of Relief, Disaster Preparedness, and Refugees (MoRDP'R) within the Prime Minister's Office.
Music Theater Works Presents DISNEY’S THE LITTLE MERMAID at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Music Theater Works shall present "DISNEY'S THE LITTLE MERMAID" at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie (9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie, IL 60076) from June 2, 2022 to June 26, 2022 as the second production of the 2022 Season.
Leading home purchasing company, Swift Homes achieves 500 5-Star Reviews, continues to exceed client expectations with
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- A professional home buying company that helps homeowners across the United States sell their properties quickly for top cash value, Swift Homes is proud to have surpassed 500 5-star reviews from highly satisfied sellers.
Associated Colleges of Illinois Announces 70th Anniversary Celebration
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Associated Colleges of Illinois (ACI) will mark its 70th year of service to Illinois colleges and universities, and their students, in a special fundraising event in Chicago April 22. ACI's 70th Anniversary Celebration, to be held at the University Club of Chicago, will bring together a variety of supporters in business and higher education.
Aaron Ozee, Author of Bestselling Children’s Book ‘Regulus’ has ‘Declared War’ on Putin
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Aaron Ozee, celebrity author of the international bestselling children's book, "Regulus" (ISBN: 978-1387010790), and ingenious director of the "Regulus" movie, has officiated the execution of a secret philanthropic mission to send physical or digital copies of "Regulus" (known as Operation Red) to Ukraine to distract any children facing the unimaginable horrors of the 2022 Russian Invasion.
Dr. Geoff Davis Wins NPA Distinguished Service Award and Dr. Kellie Ann Jurado is 2022 NPA Gallagher Mentor of the Year
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- During its historic twentieth annual conference, the National Postdoctoral Association (NPA) today announced that Geoff Davis, Ph.D., and Kellie Ann Jurado, Ph.D., are the 2022 winners of the organization's two most prestigious awards in the postdoctoral scholar community.
Real Estate Technology Firm Swift Homes Partners with WYGM on Marketing Campaign for Florida Homebuyers and Sellers
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Today, Swift Homes announced a partnership with WYGM FM 96.9 on a marketing campaign in Central Florida and Orlando to help build awareness of Swift Homes' benefits and seller-friendly offerings that are available to consumers who are looking for real estate advice and services.
Memphis real estate: Swift Homes Partners with WMFS on Marketing Campaign
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Today, Swift Homes announced a partnership with WMFS 92.9 FM ESPN on a marketing campaign in Memphis, Tennessee to help build awareness of Swift Homes' benefits and seller-friendly offerings that are available to consumers who are looking for real estate advice and services.
GPF Foundation Fellows Providing Critical Perspectives on Peer-to-Peer Outreach
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- From educational program development to writing a peer-review article on the diagnosis and treatment of patients in medical emergencies due to the use of adulterated street drugs, GPF Foundation Fellows apply their academic knowledge and compassion to develop and deliver educational presentations for the GPF Foundation (GPFF).
New art rock album, ‘Astronomical Ways to Die’ released by LUI
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Today, Lui Salazar, known by his stage name as LUI, released his new art rock album, "Astronomical Ways to Die" under the Dead Internet Records label. The album can be found on most music streaming platforms, and plans for a limited physical release are underway.
GPF Foundation Honors Dr. Jerrold B. Leikin with Harm Reduction Award
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- For his work in medical toxicology, public health and medical education, Dr. Jerrold B. Leikin is the most recent winner of the Harm Reduction Award presented by the GPF Foundation (GPFF), a not-for-profit based in Lake Forest, Illinois that is dedicated to saving lives through awareness about the dangers and risks of recreational drugs.
Real Estate Tech Firm Swift Homes Partners with Cox Media Group on Marketing Campaign in Atlanta
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Today, Swift Homes announced a partnership with Cox Media Group on a multiplatform marketing campaign in Atlanta to help build awareness of Swift Homes' benefits and seller-friendly offerings that are available to consumers who are looking for real estate advice and services.
Backed by a private equity fund, Chicago-based Swift Homes purchases properties from coast to coast
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Headquartered in Chicago, Swift Homes has quickly emerged as one of the country's most sought after and successful cash home buyers. Their skilled and knowledgeable personnel help property owners from all walks of life sell houses efficiently for unmatched value. Swift Homes allows customers to sell their homes in as-is condition, and utilizes superior procedures to give them peace of mind and a wonderful experience from start to finish.
Illinois-based Music Theater Works Presents BILLY ELLIOT: THE MUSICAL
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Music Theater Works shall present "Billy Elliot: The Musical" at the North Shore Center For The Performing Arts In Skokie (9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie, IL 60076) from December 23, 2021 through January 2, 2022 as the final production of the 2021 Season.