Family Dollar Emerges as Standalone Entity in $1B Deal Led by Brigade and Macellum
Family Dollar has officially separated from Dollar Tree, becoming a standalone company after a $1 billion acquisition by Brigade Capital Management and Macellum Capital Management. This move concludes Dollar Tree’s ownership, which began in 2015 with a $9 billion purchase...
Mirasol Foundation Achieves Record Charitable Giving and Announces New Leadership
The Mirasol Foundation, Inc. has reported a landmark year in charitable contributions, distributing more than $720,000 in grants to 49 local nonprofits across Palm Beach County. This achievement underscores the Foundation’s commitment to addressing critical needs such as family and...
NanoGraf Announces Leadership Transition with Appointment of Thomas Redd as CEO
NanoGraf, recognized as the largest silicon oxide anode material producer in the United States, has announced the appointment of Thomas Redd as its new Chief Executive Officer. This leadership change comes as the company transitions from a focus on research...
Jillian Merns Joins Davis Polk as Trusts & Estates Partner, Strengthening Firm’s High-Net-Worth Client Services
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...
Fluke Corporation Appoints Parker Burke as Group President to Spearhead Connected Reliability Initiatives
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...
Bernie’s Book Bank and Newcastle Systems Partner to Enhance Book Distribution Efficiency
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...
Southeast Investor Conference Aims to Cultivate Early-Stage Investment Ecosystem
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...
Given to Fly – The Pearl Jam Experience Captivates South Florida with Authentic Tribute
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...
Parter Secures $5.5M in Seed Funding to Revolutionize Hardware Manufacturing with AI
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...
Play It Again Sports Opens in Jefferson City, Promoting Sustainable Sports Equipment Resale
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...
