Business & Professional Services

THE D I O R GROUP-Led Consortium Pre-Qualifies for Saudi Arabia Five Sports Clubs Privatization & Investment Program

August 19, 2026 4:47 PM

A consortium led by THE D I O R GROUP (TDG) has been pre-qualified by the Ministry of Sport ("MOS") and the National Center for Privatization & PPP ("NCP") to participate in the next phase of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's Five Sports Club Privatization & Investment Program. The Consortium has received a Notice of Pre-Qualification ("NPQ") and will now be invited to submit a binding proposal at the forthcoming Request for Proposals ("RFP") stage....

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Konica Minolta Appoints Steven Powers as President, U.S. Direct Sales & Service

August 19, 2026 3:08 PM

Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. (Konica Minolta) today announced the appointment of Steven Powers as President, U.S. Direct Sales & Service, effective August 17, 2026. Powers joins the company at a pivotal moment in its evolution, as Konica Minolta advances its Direct Sales model and broadens how it brings its breadth of capabilities to market. He will report directly to Sam Errigo, President & CEO, and serve as a member of the...

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Gina Potter Launches "Lead With Stability" Public Pledge

August 19, 2026 2:00 PM

Dr. Gina Acosta Potter, longtime California educational leader and in her ninth year as the Superintendent of the San Ysidro School District, announced the launch of the Lead With Stability Pledge, a public commitment focused on consistency, trust, collaboration, listening, genuine care, and long-term thinking in schools and communities. The pledge comes at a time when many schools across the country are facing misinformation campaigns about...

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The Mortgage Office and SFR Analytics Debut TMO Analytics, a New Market Intelligence Tool for Private Lenders

August 19, 2026 12:40 PM

The Mortgage Office (TMO), a leading provider of loan management software, today announced the launch of TMO Analytics, a new product that combines proprietary loan performance insight with deep market intelligence from SFR Analytics. Private lenders can now benchmark their portfolios against real market performance, leveraging aggregated data drawn from hundreds of thousands of RTL and DSCR loans. TMO acquired SFR Analytics last month, paving...

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Leading Funeral Directors Unite Behind National Campaign to Raise Standards for Funeral Officiants

August 19, 2026 12:35 PM

Some of the UK's most respected independent funeral directors have united behind a national campaign calling for higher standards and greater accountability for funeral officiants, as support for the Funeral Officiant Authority (FOA) continues to grow. The endorsements come following the launch of the Funeral Officiant Authority and its independent national register, established to address the fact that anyone can currently describe themselves...

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Engage2Excel Recognized by HRO Today as Employees Seek More Meaningful Workplace Connection

August 19, 2026 12:00 PM

As employers look for new ways to keep people connected, motivated and committed, employee recognition is becoming a more visible measure of workplace culture and business health. Engage2Excel Inc., a provider of recruitment, recognition and engagement solutions, has been named a top employee recognition provider in HRO Today's Baker's Dozen Customer Satisfaction Ratings: Recognition, ranking No. 4 among overall leaders for 2026. It is the...

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Astroport and XelerateVR Announce Strategic Partnership to Advance Lunar Construction with Human-Operated Robots, Spatial Computing, and Human Performance Technology

August 19, 2026 11:00 AM

Astroport Space Technologies and XelerateVR today announced a strategic partnership to make lunar construction safe and scalable. The companies plan to pair humanoid robots on the Moon with human operators who control them via full-body-tracked, 360-degree VR treadmills. The partnership brings together Astroport's lunar construction technology and XelerateVR's full-body motion platform to advance lunar operations. Together, the companies aim to...

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Timothy Kolkmann Introduces Personal Leadership Framework for Everyday Life

August 19, 2026 10:45 AM

Timothy Kolkmann has introduced a personal leadership framework based on lessons developed throughout his professional experience in public service and business. The framework reflects the values that have shaped his approach to leadership and encourages people to focus on integrity, patience, accountability, and service in their everyday lives. Rather than viewing leadership as something reserved for executives, managers, or people with formal...

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Nextaff Owner, Lisa Meyers, Recognized Among Nashville's Top 100 Business Leaders

August 19, 2026 10:37 AM

We are pleased to announce NEXTAFF of Nashville and NEXTAFF of Jackson owner Lisa Meyers is a 2026 Nashville Titan 100 honoree. The Titan 100 program recognizes Nashville's Top 100 CEOs & C-level executives. They are the area's most accomplished business leaders in their industry, using criteria that include demonstrating exceptional leadership, vision, and passion. Together, the 2026 Nashville Titan 100 honorees and their companies generate...

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New Issue Brief Breaks Down OECD's Guidelines for Corporate Due Diligence on AI

August 19, 2026 10:35 AM

Sustainability consulting and research firm Governance & Accountability Institute (G&A) has released a new issue brief describing the OECD's Guidance for Responsible AI Due Diligence and how it can be used to inform each company's enterprise-wise strategy. The brief also explains how the Guidance maps to existing global legislation on AI use. The brief, titled "New Guidance from OECD on Responsible AI: What Companies Need to Know," presents a...

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Sokolove Law Reaches $6 Billion in Asbestos and Mesothelioma Recoveries Nationwide

August 19, 2026 10:10 AM

Sokolove Law, a leading asbestos law firm, has surpassed $6 billion in recoveries for clients affected by mesothelioma, lung cancer, and other asbestos-related diseases. The milestone caps more than 45 years of asbestos litigation spanning all 50 states, a period in which the firm has helped thousands of individuals and families seek justice from the asbestos-related companies responsible for their suffering. "This number belongs to our...

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Glo Tanning Opens Its Doors Nationwide for Four Days of Complimentary Wellness and Self-Care

August 19, 2026 9:00 AM

Glo Tanning is opening its doors nationwide for four days of complimentary services, special offers, and an opportunity to experience its broader approach to wellness, skincare, and tanning during our Open House event, August 21 through August 24. For four days, participating guests can experience up to four complimentary services each day, including red light therapy, a wellness pod session, spray tanning, and sunbed tanning. Guests may return...

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Suna Expands Workforce Solutions Portfolio Across Canada

August 19, 2026 9:00 AM

Suna Solutions (Suna), a leading provider of workforce management, Employer of Record (EOR), payroll administration and talent solutions, today announced the expansion of its workforce solutions portfolio across Canada. Organizations can now leverage Suna's integrated workforce services across both the United States and Canada, creating a more seamless approach to hiring, payroll, compliance and workforce management across North America. As...

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The Age of Parity Gets New Urgency; Innovation and Efficiency Puts SMX in Center

August 19, 2026 9:00 AM

Across industries, a once in a generation disruption has reshaped the competitive landscape. Now, as the dust begins to clear, rising new forces are coming into sight. With markets increasingly vulnerable to global events, shifting economies and supply chain pressures, manufacturers are placing greater value on efficiency, agility, innovation and authenticity, and on the companies that can deliver them. For SMX (Security Matters) PLC...

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New Jersey Legionella Law Creates Two Compliance Deadlines for Covered Buildings and Facilities

August 19, 2026 9:00 AM

New Jersey building owners and facility managers subject to the state's new Legionella law are facing two key compliance milestones: a September 12, 2026, deadline to develop a water management program and a December 12, 2026, deadline to put that program into practice. The distinction is important for covered facilities that may be focused on completing written plans. Implementation, however, requires coordinated procedures, monitoring,...

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The Power to Keep Moving: Reflections From Athletes at the 2026 National Veterans Wheelchair Games

August 19, 2026 8:35 AM

The National Veterans Wheelchair Games transformed competition into something much bigger than medals when Veterans gathered in Detroit, Michigan, July 9-14, 2026, to compete in events ranging from archery and powerlifting to rugby, table tennis, and track and field. They celebrated victories, laughed through setbacks and, perhaps most importantly, reunited with a community that understands both the visible and invisible journeys that come with...

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3M Clinton Strengthens U.S. Manufacturing and Future Workforce Pathways

August 19, 2026 8:30 AM

Originally published on 3M News Center From Filtrete™ Filters and Command™ Strips to 3M™ Acoustic Thinsulate™ and 3M™ Glass Bubbles, 3M's Clinton, Tennessee, plant plays an important role in making products that reach homes, vehicles and industries across the country. As part of 3M's broader U.S. manufacturing footprint, the Clinton site brings together more than 400 skilled employees and strong capabilities across multiple core technologies....

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Igniting the Spark of Skills! WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 Announced the Second Cohort of Dream Ambassadors

August 19, 2026 8:25 AM

On World Youth Skills Day, 15 July, the WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 Executive Bureau announced the appointment of six "Great National Craftsmen" and WorldSkills Competitors-Wang Shuqun, Liu Xinru, Cao Jiahao, Zhu Lixuan, Yang Lingzhi, and Wu Jiani as the second cohort of WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 Dream Ambassadors. It aimed to leverage their role-model influence, promote the spirit of craftsmanship, and encourage more young people to pursue...

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Allied Universal Names Jordan Avnaim Global Chief Information Security Officer - Experienced Cybersecurity Executive to Lead Global Strategy and Operations

August 19, 2026 8:15 AM

Allied Universal®, the world's leading security and facility services provider, today announced the appointment of Jordan Avnaim as Global Chief Information Security Officer. Avnaim will be responsible for the company's global cybersecurity strategy and operations. Avnaim brings more than 20 years of experience to this role and will lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive, risk-based cybersecurity program designed to help...

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Impala Launches AI-Native MCP Server for the Philanthropic Sector

August 19, 2026 8:00 AM

Impala, the data intelligence platform for the philanthropic sector, today announced the launch of its new MCP (Model Context Protocol) Server, making its sector-wide philanthropic intelligence accessible through Claude and ChatGPT. The new capability gives nonprofits, foundations and grantmakers the ability to build highly tailored AI-powered applications and workflows using Impala's data as the underlying intelligence layer. The announcement...

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