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The Executive Leadership Council has awarded $1.5 million in scholarships to 100 students across 46 colleges and universities. The initiative, announced in Washington, supports a diverse pipeline of emerging professionals, with nearly three-quarters of the recipients currently enrolled at Historically Black Colleges and Universities as they prepare for careers in business and technology.
The Board of Trustees at Invesco has authorized dividend payments across its suite of closed-end funds for October 2026. Shareholders of record by October 14, 2026, will receive payouts scheduled for October 30, with most distributions remaining steady, though the Invesco Bond Fund marks a five percent increase.
After twelve years of development, singer and composer Gus Ormo has released AGAPE, a six-track instrumental project that strips away his signature vocals. By centering the piano, the Miami-based artist moves away from his history of romantic songs to explore a raw, wordless form of emotional expression.
The typical profit margin for flipped homes in the United States fell to 21.5 percent during the second quarter of 2026, marking a steady two-year decline. While market activity saw 77,991 properties change hands, the flipping rate dropped to 6.2 percent of all nationwide home sales as returns continue to narrow.
Boston-based Wellness Workdays has launched its 2027 Best Wellness Employer certification, a no-cost benchmarking tool designed to measure the efficacy of corporate health initiatives. Developed alongside Harvard Medical School experts, the survey aims to validate organizational efforts in supporting employee well-being within a rapidly shifting professional landscape.
Starting this month, more than 4,000 Southern California households will participate in a two-year experiment testing whether eliminating generation costs during peak solar hours can successfully shift consumer demand. The TOU-SMART pilot aims to align residential electricity usage with the state's abundant midday renewable energy supply.
With the acquisition of 132 units at Sunrise Ridge Resort, Capital Vacations has solidified its presence in the Smoky Mountains. The deal grants the firm exclusive management and sales rights for the Tennessee property, marking its third major expansion in the region as it targets the area’s 11.5 million annual visitors.
Lancaster-based Nutramax Laboratories Veterinary Sciences is expanding its footprint into advanced wound management with the launch of Consil Matrix and a corresponding topical cream. Developed in partnership with SiOxMed, the new products target a range of clinical needs in dogs, cats, and horses through silica-based technology.
OCLI Vision expanded its clinical staff today, adding fellowship-trained ophthalmologist Jerry D. Hai to its roster. Starting October 1, 2026, Dr. Hai will begin treating patients at the practice’s Lake Success and Mineola offices, focusing on the management of glaucoma and complex ocular conditions.
The 100-megawatt Cold Creek Solar Park near Coldwater, Michigan, is now operational, marking a significant step in the state’s transition to carbon-free electricity. The project, spearheaded by DTE Energy, serves as a cornerstone for Ford Motor Company’s pledge to power its Michigan manufacturing plants with 100% renewable energy by 2027.
Adding $1.4 billion in assets under management, the independent wealth firm Cerity Partners has finalized a merger with Palo Alto-based Cornerstone Capital. The deal bolsters Cerity’s footprint in Silicon Valley, integrating a boutique practice with nearly five decades of experience into its national advisory platform.
With a fresh $4 million infusion, 108 BioCapital is backing SedMed to scale the distribution of its non-electric toilet lift. The device, designed to assist those with limited mobility, has already gained a foothold in over 40 hospital systems, prompting the firm to eye both domestic growth and international expansion.
For CEO Eli Yedid, the partnership between luxury menswear label Thomas Pink and Susan G. Komen is more than a corporate initiative; it is a personal mission. As the brand kicks off its October campaign, Yedid is stepping up as a co-chair for the organization’s signature Party in Pink fundraiser.
More than 2 million Americans rely on augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) tools to interact with the world. This October, the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) is highlighting how large, public-facing communication boards are evolving from niche medical equipment into essential infrastructure for inclusive, accessible neighborhoods.
Chicken Salad Chick is aggressively targeting the Northeast, securing development agreements across New York, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. This regional push marks a pivotal phase in the brand’s national strategy, fueled by a record-breaking influx of experienced multi-unit operators and high consumer demand for its Southern-style menu.
With 90% of employees now utilizing artificial intelligence at least weekly, Workday has officially established its UAE operations. The enterprise platform is opening a dedicated Dubai office to support local organizations as they transition from experimental AI usage to integrating machine learning into core HR and finance functions.
Dallas-based NexAnnuity has launched the NexVantage Multi-Year Guaranteed Annuity, a fixed-rate retirement product developed through a new strategic partnership with the Texas-based Fortis Life and Annuity Insurance Company. The offering aims to provide capital preservation and predictable growth for investors seeking to bypass market volatility.
Nearly nine decades after Amelia Earhart vanished over the Pacific, a new expedition is targeting a mysterious submerged anomaly near the remote atoll of Nikumaroro. DHL Express has stepped in as the official logistics partner, tasked with delivering over 1,650 pounds of specialized search equipment to the isolated Kiribati site.
Los Angeles-based RCLCO Fund Advisors and Utrecht’s a.s.r. real assets investment partners have launched a strategic alliance to provide cross-border real estate investment services. The partnership combines RFA’s North American market intelligence with the European and Asian-Pacific expertise of a.s.r. to support global institutional asset owners.
As Cybersecurity Awareness Month begins, the GRC platform IntelliGRC is pushing for a shift in how small businesses handle defense-sector compliance. By leveraging managed service providers, the company aims to move beyond simple password hygiene toward continuous, documented security that stands up to legal and contractual scrutiny.
Securing honors across eight distinct categories, Orange-based Roth Staffing Companies has been named a 2026 Top Workplaces Culture Excellence winner. The award, conferred by research firm Energage, highlights organizations that prioritize employee-centric environments, ranging from leadership and professional development to compensation and workplace flexibility.
Binghamton-based engineering firm McFarland Johnson has cracked the top 15 of Fortune’s 2026 Best Workplaces in Engineering list, marking the company’s debut on the national ranking. The placement highlights the firm's transition toward a people-first culture, validated by feedback from thousands of employees across the industry.
More than 4.9 million consumer products are under fresh scrutiny as the Consumer Product Safety Commission announces a wave of recalls and safety warnings. The alerts span from faulty electric grills and cargo bikes to children’s toys that pose severe risks of ingestion, entrapment, or fire for unsuspecting households.
Sales intelligence platform RocketReach is now a Gong Enrich Data Partner, integrating 700 million preverified contacts directly into Gong's Revenue Graph. This collaboration aims to strip away the manual friction of prospecting, allowing go-to-market teams to automate data enrichment within their existing revenue workflows.
Employees at Cabinetworks Group’s Waconia, Minnesota plant now have access to free medical care directly at their workplace. The 1,500-square-foot facility, which opened following a ribbon-cutting ceremony on September 30, represents the manufacturer's third zero-cost health clinic launched across its national network in the last two years.
St. Louis-based ArchKey has acquired Cleveland’s US Communications & Electric, a move designed to bolster its national footprint in specialized technology integration. The deal integrates a portfolio covering audio-visual systems, network infrastructure, and security solutions into ArchKey’s existing electrical and critical infrastructure platform, effective October 1, 2026.
With over 30 years of executive experience managing global portfolios exceeding $550 million, Kim Chanderbir has joined Info-Tech Research Group as Senior Managing Partner II. She will lead the firm’s Financial and Professional Services division, focusing on modernization and measurable business outcomes for a global membership base.
With over three decades of executive leadership under her belt, Kim Chanderbir has joined Info-Tech Research Group as Senior Managing Partner II for Financial & Professional Services. She arrives to spearhead modernization and transformation initiatives for the firm’s global member base, focusing on delivering measurable business outcomes in complex, highly regulated sectors.
With cybersecurity job demand in the Upstate region currently outpacing supply by 17 percent, Greenville Technical College is launching the Center for Applied AI and Cyber Resiliency. The new facility aims to bridge the talent gap by integrating advanced technology training directly into the college's core academic curriculum.
Thessaloniki prepares to host HAIRFEST 2026 from October 17–19, with AI-powered booking platform Fresha returning as the event’s mega sponsor. The gathering at the I. Vellidis Convention Center will showcase a global lineup of barbers and educators, highlighting the rapid internationalization of the professional hair industry.