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Glancy Wine Education Foundation Celebrates 5th Anniversary with Expanding National Impact
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. — The Glancy Wine Education Foundation (GWEF) today celebrates the 5th anniversary of its founding with the release of its mid-year impact data, highlighting important growth in scholarship awards, industry sponsorship, and national reach. Since 2020, GWEF has awarded 249 scholarships to aspiring wine professionals from underserved communities across the United States….
California Safe Schools – A Global Voice for Environmental Health Honors Youth Heroes
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — For more than 27 years, California Safe Schools (CSS) has been a leading advocate for environmental health, dedicated to upholding the highest standards for clean air, water, and soil, and advancing the fundamental right to a safe and healthy environment. Founded by Robina Suwol, a bold and visionary leader in the field, CSS is rooted in the principles of the Precautionary Principle and the public’s Right to Know-ensuring that transparency, accountability, and prevention are central to environmental decision-making….
Stack Athlete Named Official College Recruiting Partner of Massachusetts Youth Soccer Association
LANCASTER, Mass. — Massachusetts Youth Soccer Association and Stack Athlete (formerly CaptainU) announced the formation of a strategic partnership in which Stack Athlete is now the Official College Recruiting Partner of Massachusetts Youth Soccer Association. The partnership combines the expertise of both organizations to deliver comprehensive college recruiting strategies and solutions to the youth soccer community throughout the Commonwealth of Massachusetts….
Rowan Innovation Venture Fund Appoints Garden State Venture Partners to Lead Next Phase of Innovation
GLASSBORO, N.J. — Rowan Innovation Venture Fund (RIVF) today announced the appointment of Garden State Venture Partners (GSVP) as its new management team, marking a significant milestone in the fund’s evolution. This leadership expansion brings together a seasoned group of investment and institutional professionals to lead the fund into its next phase of innovation and impact….
Edupoint Synergy Named ‘SIS Innovation of the Year’ in 7th Annual EdTech Breakthrough Awards Program
MESA, Ariz. — Edupoint® Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy® Education Platform, today announced that Synergy has been selected as the winner of the “SIS Innovation of the Year” award in the 7th annual EdTech Breakthrough Awards program conducted by EdTech Breakthrough, a leading market intelligence organization recognizing the top companies and solutions in the global educational technology market….
CaptainU Relaunches as Stack Athlete, Enhancing the College Sports Recruiting Journey for Athletes
PLANO, Texas — CaptainU, one of the leading online collegiate sports recruiting platforms, announced its relaunch as Stack Athlete on May 20, 2025. This change reflects Stack Athlete’s ongoing commitment to empowering high school athletes, parents, and college coaches with the best tools to navigate the recruiting journey, now with an even stronger connection to the Stack Sports family….
At Commencement, The Woodlands at Furman Graduates to ‘Certified University Based Retirement Community (UBRC)’ Status
GREENVILLE, S.C. — The Woodlands at Furman, a 350+ resident senior living community in partnership with Furman University, has met criteria to be recognized as a “Certified University Based Retirement Community (UBRC),” the highest category among more than 85 University Retirement Communities (URCs) nationwide….
Spire Selling Combats Economic Uncertainty with its Game-Changing Sales Training
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — In times of economic turbulence, shifting markets and rising global tariffs, traditional sales methods are faltering. That’s why Spire Selling (spireselling.com) has launched a career development program in addition to a new book – “Cheating Death” (ISBN: 978-1069339287) by CEO and 35+ year sales veteran, Robert Herbst….
Les Dames d’Escoffier International’s San Francisco Chapter Celebrates 2024 Award Winners at Annual Awards Reception
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. — The San Francisco Chapter of Les Dames d’Escoffier International (LDEI-SF) hosted its Annual Awards Celebration on Monday, April 28, 2025, at The Civic Kitchen Cooking School. Guests gathered to honor five exceptional women in the food, beverage, and hospitality industries, each recognized for their outstanding achievements and contributions to the culinary world….
Doherty Enterprises-Owned New Jersey Applebee’s® Restaurants Honor Eight Area Teachers in 9th Annual Above and ‘BEE’yond Teacher Essay Contest
ALLENDALE, N.J. — Doherty Enterprises-owned Applebee’s® Neighborhood Grill + Bar restaurants in New Jersey announced today the winners of the 9th annual Above and ‘BEE’yond Teacher Essay Contest. This spring, eight exceptional New Jersey educators-each nominated by their own students-will receive a $500 sponsorship check to enrich their classrooms for the 2025-2026 school year, as well a special end-of-year party for their students at Applebee’s….