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Business Wire
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
nVent Tips Off Second Year as Lynx Changemakers Partner
MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--nVent Electric plc (NYSE:NVT) ('nVent'), a global leader in electrical connection and protection solutions, today announced it will once again be a Minnesota Lynx Changemakers partner. After being an inaugural partner of the Lynx Changemakers program from the WNBA's Minnesota Lynx basketball team, nVent again chose to participate in the program as part of the company's ongoing commitment to building the next generation of leaders and promoting awareness of manufacturing and skilled trades as an exciting career path option. "At nVent, we believe as community partners, we all play an important role in helping the next generation of leaders, including young women, to find their passions – whether it's in manufacturing and skilled trades or on the basketball court" Share Announced in 2023, Lynx Changemakers is a first-of-its kind venture focused on building the next generation of female leaders and growing and elevating women's sports throughout Minnesota. The Changemakers program includes financial support of organizations like Girls Taking Action®, which works to empower and educate girls to succeed in school and life. 'At nVent, we believe as community partners, we all play an important role in helping the next generation of leaders, including young women, to find their passions – whether it's in manufacturing and skilled trades or on the basketball court,' said Martha Bennett, nVent Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer. 'The Lynx Changemakers program is an opportunity to foster women's leadership through the power of sports, and we are proud and excited to continue support quality youth education in our community.' nVent is passionate about supporting education in Minnesota and in the communities the company operates in around the world. Additionally, nVent believes female leaders have a tremendous contribution to make across all industries, including electrical and industrial manufacturing. Currently 40 percent of the company's executive leadership team are women. nVent recently hosted students from Girls Taking Action at its Anoka, Minnesota manufacturing facility. nVent's recently expanded Anoka facility manufactures liquid cooling products for data centers. Students toured the production site, engaged in educational career sessions and attended an employee panel. About 200 nVent employees will cheer on the Lynx at the Changemakers Night game on June 3. As a Changemakers partner, nVent will be recognized with a special on-court ceremony along with the other partners and Girls Taking Action. For more information about working at nVent, visit Careers at nVent | nVent. About nVent nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation. Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at nVent, CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE are trademarks owned or licensed by nVent Services GmbH or its affiliates. This release contains statements that we believe to be 'forward-looking statements' within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements. Without limitation, any statements preceded or followed by or that include the words 'targets,' 'plans,' 'believes,' 'expects,' 'intends,' 'will,' 'likely,' 'may,' 'anticipates,' 'estimates,' 'projects,' 'forecasts,' 'should,' 'would,' 'positioned,' 'strategy,' 'future,' 'are confident,' 'goals,' or words, phrases or terms of similar substance or the negative thereof are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other factors, some of which are beyond our control, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements, including the risk that we will be unable to execute our strategy because of market or competitive conditions. For additional information that is material to nVent Electric plc, including information on the factors that could impact our ability to execute our strategy and other material risks to our business, please see our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including our Annual Reports on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. All forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this release. nVent assumes no obligation and disclaims any obligation to update the information contained in this release.
CBC
21-05-2025
- General
- CBC
What do homeschooled kids really think about homeschooling?
What are the pros and cons of homeschooling? CBC Kids News talked to kids from Changemakers Homeschool Co-op to find out.
Yahoo
08-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Girl Scouts River Valleys Announces 2025 Changemakers Honorees
MINNEAPOLIS, March 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of Women's History Month, Girl Scouts River Valleys is proud to announce the 2025 Changemakers honorees—eight trailblazers who exemplify the values we instill in our Girl Scouts every day. This year's honorees embody Courage, Confidence, Character, and Curiosity, demonstrating what it means to lead with authenticity, power, and purpose. The 2025 adult and youth Changemakers honorees are: Courage Sheletta Brundidge – A fearless advocate and media powerhouse, Sheletta Brundidge uses her platform to elevate voices, champion underrepresented communities, and inspire bold action. Her courage is a beacon for those seeking to create lasting change. Yailen Cazales Roldan (youth) – Yailen channels her passion for history, storytelling, and law into bold leadership and advocacy for justice. Whether competing in mock trial or mastering multiple instruments, she embraces every challenge with bravery and determination. Confidence Carla Vernón – As a visionary leader at The Honest Company, Carla Vernón brings unwavering confidence to the corporate world, challenging norms and forging new paths for women of color in executive leadership. She leads with conviction and empowers others to do the same. Julia Hidalgo-Salazar (youth) – Julia's confidence shines in her leadership, from excelling as a top cookie seller to serving her community. With a passion for service and global exploration, she fearlessly takes on new challenges to grow and inspire others. Character Kelly McQueen – With steadfast integrity and a commitment to service, Kelly McQueen of PNC exemplifies what it means to lead with character. Through her work in finance and community engagement, she demonstrates the power of ethical leadership and resilience. Savannah Blair (youth) – A lifelong Girl Scout, Savannah leads with integrity, mentoring younger Girl Scouts and serving her community with dedication. Her passion for early childhood education reflects her commitment to shaping future generations with kindness and care. Curiosity DeAnna Cummings – A driving force in the arts and philanthropy, DeAnna Cummings of the McKnight Foundation has built a career rooted in curiosity—exploring, learning, and advocating for creative and cultural equity. Her work inspires innovation and transformation in communities. Megan Baker (youth) – Megan's curiosity drives her to explore the world through leadership, learning, and storytelling. Whether leading in Youth in Government or writing her next story, she is always seeking new knowledge and meaningful connections. "These four dynamic women don't just own the spaces they occupy—they redefine them. They bring power and empower others simply by being unapologetically themselves," said Marisa C. Williams, CEO of Girl Scouts River Valleys. "We are in awe of their impact—not just in their industries but in the way they show up for their communities. It's an honor to celebrate their contributions and share their stories." Equally inspiring is the next generation of changemakers—four remarkable youth leaders who exemplify courage, confidence, character, and curiosity. Their passion, resilience, and commitment to making a difference prove that leadership knows no age. The Celebrate Changemakers Breakfast, taking place on May 22, 2025, will recognize these extraordinary leaders, honor their impact, and celebrate the rising generation of young changemakers shaping the future. About Girl Scouts River ValleysGirl Scouts River Valleys serves more than 16,500 girls across Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Iowa, providing transformative leadership experiences that inspire girls to be bold, curious, and change the world. Through programs in STEM, entrepreneurship, outdoor adventure, and civic engagement, Girl Scouts develop the skills to lead with courage, confidence, and character. MEDIA CONTACT:Kristen Neurer, Vice President of Member EngagementGirl Scouts River Valleys 651-280-8009391260@ View original content: SOURCE Girl Scouts River Valleys Sign in to access your portfolio
CBC
01-03-2025
- Entertainment
- CBC
8 who spark change
Get to know the 2024 CBC Black Changemakers in Atlantic Canada Artwork by Bria Miller for CBC By Katie Rowe Creative Content Producer Mar. 1, 2025 It's hard to sum up the 2024 Black Changemakers in a few words. From bringing people together through the game of soccer to supporting aspiring entrepreneurs to sharing Black history through song. All eight Changemakers are creating positive change in their communities — each in unique and powerful ways. Over the past several months, we've been sharing their stories throughout the Atlantic region. Now we're compiling them together in one piece, with stunning artwork by Bria Miller. We invite you to read, watch and be inspired by their incredible contributions. Henry Luyombya After Henry Luyombya lost his father to HIV-related illness at 10 years old, his mother faced stigma and discrimination that forced her out of her teaching job in Uganda. She joined the HIV movement, training as a counsellor. Luyombya followed in his mother's footsteps, educating his peers and youth on HIV. He made such an impact that at age 23, he was invited to meet Nelson Mandela. 'I remember him telling me that 'Henry, I did not do this work alone.' HIs words are part of those that drive me every single day. I know that in this work, I cannot do it alone,' said Luyombya. Luyombya works with PEERS Alliance as a clinical social worker on P.E.I., where he provides social support primarily to high-needs individuals from the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Luyombya also founded New African Canadians (NAC) to bring mental health support and settlement services for newcomers to Canada. Scott Parsons Charlottetown's Scott Parsons is a singer-songwriter who keeps the memories and stories of Black history alive through his music. Black people have been living on the island since the 1700s and Parsons felt it was important to write songs to educate people on their rich history and contributions to P.E.I. communities. 'I just developed a real interest in Prince Edward Island's Black history because it had largely gone unknown and it wasn't ever talked about very much. It certainly wasn't taught to any great degree in the schools,' said Parsons. 'Music's an easy way to get people to learn. The kids like the music so they kind of absorb the information much easier than if you're just trying to read to them out of a textbook.' Khadeja Raven Anderson Khadeja Raven Anderson is co-founder and co-president of Black Lives Matter N.L. and she helped lead the Black Lives Matter movement in the province. Anderson now runs Ravensong Consulting, which offers anti-racism and cross-cultural sensitivity training to organizations. 'The work that she does is not necessarily popular. She agitates, and she encourages by nudging people to think differently — and that is not easy,' said Dolores Mulling, vice-provost for equity, diversity and inclusion at Memorial University. Anderson also hosts, plans and coordinates a Cultural Inclusion Camp focused on anti-racism literacy for young people. 'While we are always going to be experiencing the negative and the harms of racism, Black people deserve joy,' said Anderson. Jeffery Imhanzenobe Jeffery Imhanzenobe brings the Black and newcomer community together in Newfoundland and Labrador over a common passion: soccer. Imhanzenobe grew up in Nigeria and moved to the province in 2015 to pursue his master's degree. In his free time, he still played soccer recreationally and started bringing groups from different countries together for matches. In 2022, he co-founded the International Soccer Tournament in the province, which brings hundreds of people together to connect, share their cultures and play soccer. 'One thing we knew for sure was that soccer is a language, and once we are around the common passion, which is soccer, we speak the same language, ' said Imhanzenobe. Seth Borden Seth Borden may be the youngest 2024 Black Changemaker, but the first-year university student's passion for education is already having a big impact. Borden graduated from Citadel High School in Halifax, N.S. in 2024 where he spent time from Grades 10 to 12 giving back. Every Monday, Borden visited École St. Catherine's Elementary School, providing one-on-one support for students in reading, math and science. 'I feel like just having someone that looks like them in the school system that they can trust or maybe that they can relate to, it's just easier for them then to come to school and want to learn more, ' said Borden. Borden attended an elementary school where he was one of the only students of African Nova Scotian descent. He found it a struggle to fit in, and his experiences contributed to his desire to become a teacher. Borden is now attending Dalhousie University, pursuing his goal of working in education. Tia Upshaw Tia Upshaw is an entrepreneur who is taking her experience in running a successful business to help other Black women do the same. Upshaw is CEO and founder of BLK Women in Excellence, a not for profit organization that helps other Black women start their own businesses. Since she started the organization in 2020, she's provided one-on-one training to 137 Black women. 'You have Black businesses here that are able to have, you know, financial stability in their households. Women are being empowered, they're building confidence in their businesses,' said Upshaw. 'We're not just starting businesses no more — we're growing businesses.' Felicity Brayley As a young biracial child growing up in rural New Brunswick, Felicity Brayley said she never gave her skin colour a lot of thought. But as she grew a little older, she noticed some people treated her mom differently than her, just because her mom's skin was darker. 'That was really difficult,' said Brayley. Brayley began learning more about Black history and incredible people like Harriet Tubman and Martin Luther King, Jr., and subjects not mentioned at school. Now Brayley is a teacher and is passionate about sharing her heritage and knowledge with her students. Every year, no matter the age of her students, she teaches them about Black History. Throughout the month of February, she shares a mini-biography of a Black changemaker every day. 'I want to make more of an impact. For all of my kids to value Black History because it's so important,' she said. 'Black History is Canadian History.' Adebayo Ogunleye Adebayo Ogunleye knows firsthand what a big transition it is to move to Canada. Ogunleye grew up and worked in Nigeria until 2018 when he moved to New Brunswick. 'People land in Canada or New Brunswick, leave everything they have behind. Sometimes they sell everything they've worked for in their life,' said Ogunleye. Now Oguleneye uses his personal time to help other newcomers transition to life in Canada. He sits on the boards of the Nigerian-Canadian Association of New Brunswick and Cohesia, a Canadian group that promotes social cohesion, and he is a mentor at Opportunities New Brunswick. 'One of the essences of life is to give back. It's to make positive change, positive impact in people's lives,' said Ogunleye. Credits: Visual storytellers: Aniekan Etuhube (N.B.), Emma Smith (N.S.), Zach Goudie (N.L.), Jane Roberston (P.E.I.), Aaron Adetuyi (P.E.I) Illustrator: Bria Miller Coordinating producer: Katie Jackson Senior Manager: Victoria King Being Black in Canada For more stories about the experiences of Black Canadians — from anti-Black racism to success stories within the Black community — check out Being Black in Canada, a CBC project Black Canadians can be proud of. You can read more stories here. 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Yahoo
24-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
CHAR Tech CEO Andrew White Named a 2025 Changemaker by The Globe and Mail
TORONTO, Feb. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CHAR Technologies Ltd. ('CHAR Tech' or 'the Company') (TSXV:YES), a leader in sustainable energy solutions, is proud to announce that its Founder and CEO, Andrew White, has been named a 2025 Changemaker by The Globe and Mail for his transformative work in decarbonizing the steel industry. White was recognized for leading the development of CHAR Tech's high-temperature pyrolysis process, which transforms forestry waste into biocoal—a renewable alternative to metallurgical coal used in steel production. This innovation significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions in one of the most carbon-intensive industries worldwide, contributing to global sustainability and net-zero commitments. 'This recognition from The Globe and Mail is an incredible honor and a testament to the hard work of our entire team,' said White. 'As the world transitions to cleaner technologies, our goal is to provide immediate, scalable solutions that help industries reduce their carbon footprint today while paving the way for future innovation.' About The Globe and Mail Changemakers The Globe and Mail's 'Changemakers' editorial awards program showcases emerging Canadian business leaders who are proactive, results-oriented, and making a significant impact within their business or organization. The Changemakers awards program is for young leaders with less than 10 years of experience of professional experience who have developed a new and commercial idea that fills a gap in their industry. This includes entrepreneurs, academics, strategists, and intrapreneurs, that have led an idea or initiative in their company which has had a major impact on the company's bottom line or overall strategy. This program recognizes young leaders with less than 10 years of professional experience who have developed and commercialized innovative ideas that fulfill industry demands. Recipients include entrepreneurs, academics, strategists, and intrapreneurs whose initiatives have driven measurable growth or enhanced overall company strategy. About CHAR Tech CHAR Tech (TSXV:YES) first-in-kind high temperature pyrolysis (HTP) technology processes unmerchantable wood and organic wastes to simultaneously generate two renewable energy revenue streams, renewable natural gas (RNG) or green hydrogen and a solid biocarbon that is a carbon neutral drop-in replacement for metallurgical steel making coal. CHAR's HTP is an ideal waste to energy solution that aligns with the global green energy transition by diverting waste from landfills and generating sustainable clean energy to decarbonize heavy industry. 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