Author: News Desk (News Desk)

Davis Polk has announced the addition of Jillian Merns as a partner and co-head of the Trusts & Estates practice in New York, marking a significant enhancement to the firm’s services for high-net-worth clients. Merns, with her profound experience in estate planning and administration, is poised to contribute significantly to the firm’s reputation as a...

Fluke Corporation has announced the appointment of Parker Burke as President and Group President of Fortive’s Connected Reliability Group, effective July 7, 2025. This dual role positions Burke at the helm of Fluke and Fluke Reliability, tasked with advancing technology and services aimed at reducing downtime, enhancing safety, and fostering operational resilience worldwide. With 15...

Bernie’s Book Bank, a nonprofit dedicated to providing free books to children in need, has joined forces with Newcastle Systems, a leader in workplace mobility solutions, to revolutionize its book distribution process. This collaboration leverages Newcastle Systems’ mobile-powered cart technology to enhance the efficiency of sorting, inventory management, and packing books, thereby accelerating the delivery...

The Southeast Investor Conference, scheduled for July 29-30 at Georgia Tech, represents a pivotal gathering for early-stage investors, fund managers, and innovation leaders. This event, a collaboration between Keiretsu Forum South-East, Georgia Tech’s Advanced Technology Development Center (ATDC), and the Angel Capital Association (ACA), is designed to navigate the complexities of the current investment landscape....

Given to Fly – The Pearl Jam Experience is setting South Florida ablaze with performances that are as close as fans can get to seeing Pearl Jam live without the original band. Fronted by Bob Donahue, whose vocal prowess eerily mirrors that of Eddie Vedder, the band has been delivering shows that are not just...

Parter, an AI-powered platform designed to assist hardware teams in navigating the complexities of manufacturing, has announced a $5.5 million seed funding round. This investment, led by StageOne Ventures and including contributions from Zenda Capital, Mercer Ventures, and several prominent angel investors, marks a significant milestone for the company as it emerges from stealth mode....

The recent opening of Play It Again Sports in Jefferson City marks a significant development for local athletes and families seeking affordable sports and fitness equipment. Located at 2525 Missouri Blvd, Suite A, the store specializes in the resale of quality used equipment, including items for football, baseball, softball, hockey, golf, soccer, and fitness activities...

D1 Training, a fitness enrichment concept known for its athletic-based training programs, has expanded its presence in Wichita with a second location at 3801 N Ridge Rd. This move underscores the brand’s dedication to serving athletes of all ages with its science-backed training regimens led by certified trainers. The Suellentrop siblings, along with Jennifer Lines,...

Starting July 1, 2025, Florida will implement a new law requiring builders to provide a mandatory, transferable one-year warranty for newly constructed residential homes. This legislation, Florida Statute §553.837, is designed to cover construction defects in equipment, materials, or workmanship that lead to material violations of the Florida Building Code. The warranty applies to modular,...

The Ghost Light Society (GLS), a young professionals’ group associated with the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, recently marked the end of the Broadway season with a special pre-show cocktail reception. This event, held in the Nicklaus Children’s Health System Intermezzo Lounge and presented by UKG, preceded a performance of the Broadway musical ‘Shucked’...