LINCOLN, Nebraska, June 21 (TNSper) -- The American Civil Liberties Union of Nebraska issued the following news release: The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Nebraska is naming two current team members to new leadership roles. The ACLU of Nebraska's Board of Directors recently selected Mindy Rush Chipman as the organization's next executive director, concluding a national search and her time as interim executive director. In tandem, Rush Chipman promoted Rose Godinez to legal director.  more

MIAMI, Florida, June 22 (TNSper) -- Holland and Knight, a law firm, issued the following news release: Holland & Knight continues to strengthen its leading Aircraft Finance Team in Miami with the addition of Partner William R. Coleman, who has transferred from the firm's Portland, Oregon, office. Mr. Coleman works on a wide variety of general finance, asset and structured transactions under both conventional and Islamic principles. Mr. Coleman's arrival in Miami follows that of Donald G. Gray,  more

EDWARDS AFB, California, June 22 (TNSper) -- The U.S. Air Force's Edwards Air Force Base issued the following news: A change of command, expanded mission, and organizational structure change for the Emerging Technologies Combined Test Force (ET-CTF) occurred on Edwards Air Force Base, California, June 7, 2023. Maj. Phillip Woodhull assumed command of the ET-CTF from Lt. Col. Adam Brooks, as the unit transitioned from a CTF to an integrated test force (ITF) under the renamed Airpower Foundation  more

NEW YORK, June 21 (TNSper) -- The Federal Reserve Bank of New York issued the following news release on June 20, 2023: The Federal Reserve Bank of New York today announced the appointment of Aisha Benson to the New York Fed's Community Advisory Group, effective immediately. The Community Advisory Group is comprised of leaders of nonprofits, community organizations, foundations, and anchor institutions. The primary goal of the Community Advisory Group is to provide the New York Fed, including P  more

NEW YORK, June 22 (TNSper) -- Akerman, a law firm, issued the following news release: National law firm Akerman is growing its Corporate and Tax practices with the arrival of three corporate partners - William A. Hoy, Mario C. Fallone and Edward M. Stone - and transactional tax partner, Diana Clarkson. All four lawyers were most recently with Harter Secrest & Emery LLP. Will Hoy focuses his practice on the representation of private equity sponsors, family offices and their portfolio companies   more

FORT DRUM, New York, June 22 (TNSper) -- The U.S. Army Medicine issued the following news: By Warren W. Wright Jr., Fort Drum MEDDAC Public Affairs Fort Drum's Soldier Recovery Unit welcomed its new commander and bid farewell to the outgoing senior leader during a change of command ceremony outside the SRU's headquarters June 20, 2023. During the ceremony, Lt. Col. Lisa M. Heiss officially assumed command of the SRU from Lt. Col. Travis J. Nauman. "The organization treats you like a family,   more

IRVING, Texas, June 22 (TNSper) -- Caterpillar, a manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, issued the following news release on June 21, 2023: Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) announced today Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel Suzette M. Long will retire on December 31, 2023, following a distinguished 18-year career at the company. Derek Owens, who currently serves as Vice President and Deputy General Counsel, will assume the role of Senior Vice President and General Counsel on July   more

WASHINGTON, June 22 (TNSper) -- The College Swimming and Diving Coaches Association of America issued the following news: Mike Tubb has been appointed as the Director of Technology and Awards Programs for the College Swim Coaches Association (CSCAA), as announced by CSCAA Executive Director Samantha Barany. Tubb was selected for the position because of his background as a collegiate head coach and his proficiency in the technology software utilized to support the association's membership. In   more

DENVER, Colorado, June 22 (TNSper) -- Gov. Jared Polis, D-Colorado, issued the following news release on June 21, 2023: Today, Governor Polis appointed Elise V. Myer to fill a vacancy on the 9th Judicial District Court. This vacancy was created by the retirement of the Honorable James Berkley Boyd and is effective July 1, 2023. Ms. Myer is the head of the Office of the Colorado State Public Defender in Glenwood Springs, a position she has held since 2022. Previously, she was Deputy Public Def  more

HARTFORD, Connecticut, June 22 (TNSper) -- Connecticut Attorney General William Tong issued the following news release on June 21, 2023: Attorney General William Tong today announced the appointment of Assistant Attorneys General Alma Nunley and Emily Gait as Special Counsels for Reproductive Rights. In their new roles, Counsels Nunley and Gait will lead the Office of the Attorney General in protecting abortion access and fighting for reproductive rights in Connecticut and nationwide. These ar  more

DALLAS, Texas, June 22 (TNSper) -- Duane Morris, a law firm, issued the following news release on June 21, 2023: Joseph M. Cox has joined Duane Morris LLP as a partner in the firm's Trial Practice Group in its Dallas office. Prior to joining Duane Morris, Mr. Cox was a partner at Bracewell LLP. "Since 1999, Duane Morris has seen consistent and steady growth in Texas, where we have four high-performing offices and exceptional attorneys. We are delighted that Joe Cox has selected our firm for th  more

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, June 21 (TNSper) -- Eckert Seamans Cherin and Mellott, a law firm, issued the following news release: National law firm Eckert Seamans has promoted three attorneys to member (partner), effective July 1, 2023. The newly elected members include David Meredith (Pittsburgh), Cody T. Murphey (Richmond), and Jessica L. Reno (Wilmington). "David, Cody, and Jessica have all made significant contributions to the firm," said Scott D. Cessar, Chief Executive Officer of Eckert Se  more

F.E. WARREN AFB, Wyoming, June 22 (TNSper) -- The U.S. Air Force F.E. Warren Air Force Base (90th Missile Wing) issued the following news: By Senior Airman Sarah Post, 90th Missile Wing Public Affairs Lt. Col. Douglas Carmean relinquished command of the 90th Operations Support Squadron to Lt. Col. John Graves, in a change of command ceremony at the Trail's End Event Center on F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming, June 21, 2023. Graves is coming to the 90 OSS from the 321st Missile Squadron on   more

WASHINGTON, June 22 (TNSper) -- The Federal Maritime Commission issued the following news release on June 21, 2023: Chairman Daniel B. Maffei announced today the hiring of Alex M. Chintella to serve as an Administrative Law Judge of the Federal Maritime Commission. Judge Chintella joins the Commission from the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) where he has served since 2017, as Assistant Chief Counsel, Deputy Assistant Chief Counsel, and Supervisory Attorney Advisor. He also served as an A  more

GOODFELLOW AFB, Texas, June 22 (TNSper) -- The U.S. Air Force Goodfellow Air Force Base (17th Training Wing) issued the following news: By Airman 1st Class Zachary Heimbuch, 17th Training Wing Public Affairs The 17th Contracting Squadron conducted a change of command ceremony at the Powell Event Center, June 21. The 17th COS welcomed the incoming commander, Maj. Anita Sims, and thanked the outgoing commander, Maj. Ivan Pinder-bey, for his hard work and dedication. The mission of the 17th COS  more

SAVANNAH, Georgia, June 22 (TNSper) -- Gulfstream Aerospace, a subsidiary of General Dynamics, issued the following news release on June 21, 2023: Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. today announced the promotion of Tim Wood to regional vice president of Sales for Africa, Turkey and South Asia. Wood is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and reports to Michael Swift, division vice president of Sales for EMEA-South Asia. "Tim has developed strong relationships with Gulfstream customers in India, Paki  more

WASHINGTON, June 22 (TNSper) -- Hogan Lovells, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm Hogan Lovells announced several leadership changes that take effect on July 1. Partner Ajay Kuntamukkala has been named Office Managing Partner for the firm's Washington, D.C. office, taking over the role from Michele Farquhar. Partner Michael Kuh has been named Office Managing Partner for the firm's New York office, taking over the role from Michael DeLarco. In addition to her current   more

WASHINGTON, June 22 (TNSper) -- Holland and Knight, a law firm, issued the following news release: Holland & Knight has strengthened its national Intellectual Property Group with a team of three partners from Perkins Coie who have particular experience with the International Trade Commission (ITC) and U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) post-grant review proceedings. James "Jim" Coughlan and Terrence "Terry" Wikberg have joined the firm's Washington, D.C., office, and Amy Simpson has joine  more

WASHINGTON, June 22 (TNSper) -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued the following news release on June 21, 2023: Today, U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro N. Mayorkas announced new members to the Homeland Security Academic Partnership Council (HSAPC), which he reconstituted in 2022. The Council will provide strategic and actionable recommendations to the Secretary on campus safety and security, improved coordination, research priorities, hiring, and more.  more

KANSAS CITY, Missouri, June 21 (TNSper) -- Husch Blackwell, a law firm, issued the following news release: National law firm Husch Blackwell is pleased to announce that Robert Kamensky and Nicholas Legatos have joined the firm's Chicago office as partners. Kamensky joins the firm's Technology, Manufacturing, and Transportation industry group where he focuses his practice on mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and strategic alliances, as well as supply chain transactions, licensing, and other   more

CHAMPAIGN, Illinois, June 22 (TNSper) -- The American Dairy Science Association issued the following news release: The American Dairy Science Association (ADSA) is pleased to announce the selection of Joanne Knapp, PhD, PAS, as the next director of the popular Discover Conference Series. Knapp will succeed Larry Miller, PhD, who has overseen the conference series for more than 16 years, helping to grow the events into a premier forum for professionals to discuss new and emerging issues in dairy  more

WASHINGTON, June 21 (TNSper) -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release on June 20, 2023: Gerard R. Vetter has been appointed by Attorney General Merrick B. Garland as the Acting U.S. Trustee for Maryland, South Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia and for the District of Columbia (Region 4) effective July 1, the Executive Office for U.S. Trustees announced today. Vetter replaces John P. Fitzgerald III, who is retiring after 43 years of dedicated service to the departm  more

NEW YORK, June 22 (TNSper) -- The Local Initiatives Support Corp. issued the following news release: The Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) has elected Charles A. Smith, executive vice president and chief risk officer at Morgan Stanley, to its board of directors. The LISC board guides the organization's national strategy around equity and opportunity, including billions of dollars in programs and investments to fuel affordable housing, economic development, health, safety and quality   more

BOSTON, Massachusetts, June 22 (TNSper) -- Mass General Brigham issued the following news release: Mass General Brigham has announced that following a national search, it has named CarolAnn Williams president of Mass Eye and Ear (MEE). Williams, who has been serving as interim president since December 2022, will begin her role on July 1, succeeding John Fernandez. "CarolAnn is a strategic, inclusive, and creative leader who has earned the respect and trust of colleagues throughout her more tha  more

DOVER, New Hampshire, June 22 (TNSper) -- Mass General Brigham issued the following news release: Mass General Brigham has named Darin C. Roark, an accomplished executive with more than 23 years of health care experience, as its newest president and chief operating officer effective July 24. "Darin's extensive experience in health care management aligns perfectly with the mission and vision of Wentworth-Douglass Hospital and Mass General Brigham," said Dr. Gregg Meyer, president of Mass Genera  more

WASHINGTON, June 22 (TNSper) -- Rep. Kevin McCarthy, R-California, issued the following statement on June 21, 2023: * * * Today, Congressman Kevin McCarthy, Representative of California's 20th Congressional District and Speaker of the House, appointed California State Assemblyman Vince Fong and former Congressman Rodney Davis to the Commission to Study the Potential Creation of a National Museum of Asian Pacific History and Culture. * * * Speaker McCarthy released the following statement: "  more

JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Washington, June 22 (TNSper) -- The U.S. Air Force McChord Air Force Base (62nd Airlift Wing) issued the following news: The 62d Airlift Wing welcomed their new commander, U.S. Air Force Col. Sergio E. Anaya, at a change of command ceremony at 10 a.m., today, June 21, 2023, at Hangar 9, on Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington. The presiding official for the ceremony was Maj. Gen. Corey J. Martin, 18th Air Force commander. As the 62d AW commander, Anaya, a command pil  more

WASHINGTON, June 21 (TNSper) -- NCTA - The Internet and Television Association issued the following news release: Pat McAdaragh, Chair and CEO of Midco, was reelected as Chairman of the Board of Directors of NCTA - The Internet & Television Association. The Association's elections were held on June 14, 2023; its Board will continue to guide the cable industry's strategic initiatives and drive its mission forward. In addition to McAdaragh as Chairman, the following officers were reelected: Tom   more

JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, June 21 (TNSper) -- Gov. Michael Parson, R-Missouri, issued the following news release on June 20, 2023: Today, Governor Mike Parson announced six appointments to various boards and commissions. Mick Campbell, of Jefferson City, was appointed as the Commissioner of Finance for the Director of Commerce and Insurance. Mr. Campbell has served as Acting Commissioner of the Missouri Division of Finance since January 2022. He previously served as the Deputy Commissioner. M  more

BOULDER, Colorado, June 21 (TNSper) -- The National Center for Atmospheric Research issued the following news release: The National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) has named Allison McComiskey the new director of its Earth Observing Laboratory (EOL). McComiskey currently serves as the chair of the Environmental and Climate Sciences Department (ECSD) at the Department of Energy's (DOE) Brookhaven National Laboratory and will begin her new position at NCAR on September 11. "Allison has de  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 22 (TNSper) -- The National Opinion Research Center at the University of Chicago issued the following news release: NORC is proud to announce that two of our staff members, Susan Paddock and Martha McRoy, have been elected to leadership positions at the American Statistical Association (ASA). Paddock, chief statistician and executive vice president at NORC, has been elected ASA vice president, with her term beginning January 1, 2024. During her tenure, Paddock's top pri  more

GREENSBORO, North Carolina, June 21 (TNSper) -- The University of North Carolina Greensboro campus issued the following news: Universities and colleges have a renewed respect for building community and a sense of belonging on campus. It's that perspective that Dr. Tami Draves, professor of music education, will keep at the forefront during her term as UNCG's Faculty Senate Chair. Draves served as interim director of the School of Music from 2021-2022. She was also chair of the Senate's academi  more

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas, June 22 (TNSper) -- The U.S. Air Force Personnel Center issued the following news: Maj. Gen. Troy Dunn relinquished command of the Air Force Personnel Center to Brig. Gen. Jefferson O'Donnell during a change of command ceremony here June 20. Lt. Gen. Caroline Miller, Deputy Chief of Staff for Manpower, Personnel and Services, Headquarters U.S. Air Force, presided over the ceremony and reflected on Dunn's commitment to AFPC. "He cares deeply for his Airm  more

RANDOLPH, Texas, June 22 (TNSper) -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland (16th Air Force) issued the following news: Maj. Gen. Troy Dunn relinquished command of the Air Force Personnel Center to Brig. Gen. Jefferson O'Donnell during a change of command ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph June 20. Lt. Gen. Caroline Miller, Deputy Chief of Staff for Manpower, Personnel and Services, Headquarters U.S. Air Force, presided over the ceremony and reflected on Dunn's commitment   more

NEW YORK, June 22 (TNSper) -- Paul Hastings, a law firm, issued the following news on June 21, 2023: Further bolstering its Band 1 fintech practice, Paul Hastings LLP announced today that leading fintech and payments lawyers Dana Syracuse and Josh Boehm have joined the firm as partners in New York. "Dana and Josh are highly regarded in their field and Dana has been one of the most influential lawyers in the fintech and payment space, including playing a leading role in developing the first com  more

FORT LEWIS, Washington, June 22 (TNSper) -- The U.S. Army's Regional Health Command-Pacific issued the following news: There is surely no day better than the Army's birthday to assume command of a unit. June 14 was perfect, despite overcast skies, for Lt. Col. James Beheler to assume command of the Troop Battalion of Madigan Army Medical Center on Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., as Lt. Col. Princess Palacios passed the colors to Madigan Commander Col. Jonathan Craig Taylor to enable the change  more

GENESEO, New York, June 22 (TNSper) -- The State University of New York's Geneseo Campus issued the following news: After a nationwide search, SUNY Geneseo has appointed Lerong He, PhD, as the next dean of the School of Business, effective July 6. He comes to Geneseo after 15 years at SUNY Brockport, where she has been a professor of management, chair of the Department of Business Administration (2014-19), and associate dean (2019-present). At Brockport, He led successful reaccreditation with   more

WASHINGTON, June 22 (TNSper) -- The U.S. Chamber of Commerce issued the following news release on June 21, 2023: Today, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce announced the hiring of veteran communicator Jessica Boulanger as Senior Vice president of Communications for Policy and Political. Boulanger joins the Chamber from Amazon where she led executive communications. She brings more than two decades of experience in advocacy, policy, political, and corporate communications to the role, previously leadin  more

SCHENECTADY, New York, June 21 (TNSper) -- Union College issued the following news: Two Union College faculty members - one from humanities, one from engineering - have been named to co-lead the Templeton Institute, a strategic initiative to further Union's signature integration of engineering and computer science with other disciplines, and to support the recruitment of women to those fields. Andrew Burkett, associate professor of English, and Ashok Ramasubramanian, professor of mechanical en  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, June 22 (TNSper) -- The U.S. Navy's Office of Naval Research issued the following news release: By Warren Duffie Jr., Office of Naval Research The Office of Naval Research (ONR) ushered in a new era of leadership on Friday, June 16, as Rear Adm. Kurt Rothenhaus was sworn in as the new Chief of Naval Research (CNR). The change-of-command ceremony took place at the Naval Research Laboratory in Washington, D.C. Remarks were given by the Hon. Frederick Stefany, assistant secr  more

WHITEMAN AFB, Missouri, June 22 (TNSper) -- The U.S. Air Force Whiteman Air Force Base (509th Bomb Wing) issued the following news: By Airman 1st Class Hailey Farell, 509th Bomb Wing Public Affairs The 509th Bomb Wing welcomed U.S. Air Force Col. Keith Butler as its new commander during a change of command ceremony at Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, June 21. The change of command ceremony is a tradition that represents a formal transfer of authority and responsibility for a unit from one c  more

PALTO ALTO, California, June 22 (TNSper) -- Wilson Sonsini, a law firm, issued the following news release on June 21, 2023: * * * * Dubofsky Has 15-Plus Years of Experience Representing Private and Public Companies * Wilson Sonsini Sharpens Its Focus on Representing Technology and Life Sciences Clients in the Mountain West Region and the Denver-Boulder Corridor * * * Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, the premier provider of legal services to technology, life sciences, and growth enterprises  more

LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, June 21 (TNSper) -- The Arkansas Farm Bureau issued the following news release: Jarrod Yates has been named executive vice president of the Arkansas Farm Bureau Federation, whose board of directors chose him on Monday to lead the staff functions for the agricultural advocacy organization. He will report to ArFB's board of directors. Yates, 42, has served for the past two years as director of public affairs and government relations for ArFB, where he led the national affa  more