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Yahoo
18-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Momentum Advisors Launches National Scholarship to Champion Future Financial Leaders
Allan Boomer SOMERSET, N.J., July 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Momentum Advisors, a respected fiduciary wealth management firm known for its principled approach and dedication to transparency, proudly unveils the Momentum Advisors Future Leaders in Finance Scholarship — a national initiative designed to uplift and invest in undergraduate students aspiring to shape the future of the financial industry. This new scholarship reflects Momentum Advisors's mission to advance financial literacy, increase industry accessibility, and support the next generation of ethical and innovative finance professionals. Spearheaded by partners Allan Boomer, Will Platt, and Kyle Pitts, the program draws from the firm's commitment to mentorship and long-term value creation. "We understand that talent exists everywhere, but opportunity does not," said Allan Boomer, Managing Partner at Momentum Advisors. "This scholarship is our way of leveling the playing field and equipping driven students with the resources and encouragement they need to become impactful leaders in finance." The Momentum Advisors Future Leaders in Finance Scholarship is open to undergraduate students across the United States who meet the following eligibility requirements: Enrollment: Currently pursuing a degree in finance, economics, business, or a related field at an accredited U.S. college or university. Career Goals: Display a strong interest in a career in financial services or investment management. Academic Merit & Leadership: Demonstrate strong academic performance and leadership qualities, either on campus or in their communities. Essay Component: Submit a thoughtful essay detailing their goals, personal motivations, and how they intend to make a meaningful difference in the financial sector. With this scholarship, Momentum Advisors aims to break down barriers for high-achieving students — especially those from underrepresented backgrounds — and cultivate a more diverse, informed, and socially conscious financial community. "At Momentum Advisors, we've always prioritized connection, community, and purpose in our client relationships," said Will Platt, Partner. "It's incredibly rewarding to now extend that same ethos to mentoring and supporting young professionals who align with our values." Kyle Pitts, also a Partner at the firm, added: "This scholarship mirrors the core of what we do — blending thoughtful planning with real-world impact. We want recipients to not only succeed professionally, but to lead ethically in an evolving financial landscape." Applicants are encouraged to bring their authentic voice and vision to the essay portion of the application. This opportunity offers more than financial support — it's an invitation to join a broader network of changemakers committed to excellence and accountability in finance. Applications are now open and can be submitted through the official website. Submission deadlines and additional information are available on the scholarship portal. To apply or learn more, visit: Contact Information: Media Relations: On Behalf of Momentum Advisors Scholarship Program: Momentum Advisors Future Leaders in Finance Scholarship Website: Email: apply@ A photo accompanying this announcement is available at in to access your portfolio


CBC
18-07-2025
- Politics
- CBC
Youth empowerment needs to be at heart of Arctic sovereignty, Inuit youth say
As the future leaders of this land, Inuit youth say they want to have a bigger part in shaping Arctic policy. Samuel Wat has that story.


Globe and Mail
30-06-2025
- Health
- Globe and Mail
Michele Bowers Awarded WTWH Healthcare's 2025 Future Leaders in Behavioral Health
Tampa, Fla. - June 30th, 2025 - Sophros Recovery is proud to announce that Michele Bowers, Clinical Director and Licensed Mental Health counselor, was selected as one of WTWH Healthcare's 2025 Future Leaders in the Behavioral Health category. The Future Leaders awards program recognizes dynamic leaders, age 40 and under, who are defining the future of aging and healthcare across the behavioral health, complex rehab technology, at-home care, home medical equipment, hospice and palliative care, senior housing, and skilled nursing industries. Bowers served as a Senior Therapist at Sophros Recovery for nearly two years before becoming the center's Clinical Director in March of 2025. Throughout her tenure with Sophros, she has had a significant impact on the center's ability to deliver patient-centered care. She believes that her number one priority as a therapist is creating a safe and authentic environment to provide individuals with a space for healing and transformation. Sophros Recovery is a Tampa and Jacksonville-based outpatient addiction treatment center committed to guiding individuals toward lasting healing. At Sophros, clients receive personalized, evidence-based care while addressing co-occurring mental health conditions like trauma, anxiety, and depression. Comprised of leading health professionals like Bowers, Sophros Recovery empowers clients to reclaim control, heal mind, body, and spirit, and rediscover a meaningful life in recovery. "It has been amazing to watch Michele's rapid growth as a clinician and a leader,' says Nick Padlo, CEO of Sophros Recovery. 'In her short time since becoming clinical director, the atmosphere at the facility has improved, census is up, and more clients are finding success in recovery. We are excited to see her continue to lead the team and help clients in the Tampa area regain their lives." As a Future Leader, Bowers has been invited to attend WTWH Healthcare's INVEST Conference, taking place from October 22nd to 24th, 2025, in Nashville, TN. The event will celebrate the honorees and the contributions they are making in the fields of behavioral health, mental health, substance use disorder, and addiction recovery, among many others. 'I believe quality, intentional leadership has the power to transform not just an organization, but the lives it touches,' says Bowers. 'At Sophros Recovery, leading with purpose means creating space for clients and staff alike to grow, heal, and thrive, and that's been the most meaningful part of my journey. To be recognized for doing work that matters so deeply to me, and to the mission of Sophros, is truly special.' For more information about the program and to view the complete Future Leaders Class of 2025, visit About Michele Bowers: Michele is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor originally from Buffalo, NY, who earned her Master of Arts from Medaille College and began her career in a co-occurring outpatient clinic before relocating to Tampa in 2020. With experience working with both adolescents and adults from diverse backgrounds, she has supported individuals facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, suicidal thoughts, addiction, and severe mental illness. Michele's therapeutic approach is rooted in creating a safe, authentic space for healing, blending psychodynamic, solution-focused, holistic, and acceptance and commitment therapies to meet each client's unique needs. She is passionate about guiding clients through deep personal transformation and finds fulfillment in witnessing their growth and empowerment.

Kuwait Times
11-05-2025
- Business
- Kuwait Times
Burgan Bank celebrates 35 aspiring talents for graduating from flagship program ‘Ro'ya'
In line with Bank's robust human capital development strategy and commitment to ESG KUWAIT: Reaffirming the Bank's steadfast commitment to investing in its human capital, Burgan Bank recently celebrated 35 employees from across all departments who completed multiple modules of its flagship Ro'ya program. Featuring a curated curriculum designed to propel employees' careers forward and prepare them for more advanced leadership positions, the program has become a central component of the Bank's overarching talent development strategy, which remains at the core of its vision and its commitment to adhere to the highest standards of environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices. The graduation ceremony was attended by several members of Burgan's senior management team as well as HR leaders, who continue to champion the bank's people-first approach. Commenting on the graduates' commendable success, Bashar Al-Qattan, Executive Manager – Learning and Talent Development at Burgan Bank, said: 'On behalf of Burgan's management, I would like to express my sincere admiration for our exceptional talents for the hard work and dedication they exhibited throughout their Ro'ya journeys and extend my heartfelt congratulations to all graduates for their achievements. The success we have achieved so far and the future growth we aspire to unlock rely greatly on our talents' devotion, aptitude for innovation and drive for knowledge. This is why we persist in identifying and recruiting Kuwait's most promising talents who share our pursuit of excellence and seek to enrich their professional journeys with yearlong learning and talent development opportunities that catalyze their holistic growth as individuals, employees, and future leaders.' Bashar Al-Qattan The flagship talent development program has undergone several enhancements since launching in 2020, culminating in its modern structure that features four streams: Future Leaders, Rising Leaders, Transformational Leaders, and Visionary Leaders – each tailored to align with talents' length of experience, needs and aspirations. In its latest edition, the 35 distinguished talents were enrolled either in the one-month Future Leaders program for fresh graduates, the six-month Rising Leaders program for employees with up to four years of experience, or the six-month Transformational Leaders modular program for managers and senior managers with up to 10 years of experience. As part of its ongoing efforts to elevate the Bank's flagship program, the learning and talent development team announced the introduction of the Ro'ya Mentorship Module for Visionary Leaders in the third quarter of 2024, designed to prepare emerging senior leaders on the personal and professional fronts under the mentorship of Burgan's senior executives. In line with its commitment to being an employer of choice and placing its employees on a steady trajectory for personal and professional growth, Burgan Bank – certified as a Great Place to Work – earned two consecutive Brandon Hall Group Human Capital Management (HCM) Awards of Excellence, along with the GCC Excellence Award in Recruitment and Development of Nationals from the Council of Ministers of Labor and Social Affairs in the GCC States Executive Bureau.
Yahoo
07-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Sustainable wealth manager EQ Investors weighs potential sale
EQ Investors, a provider of sustainable investment management services, is currently evaluating the possibility of a sale with the assistance of a corporate finance adviser. The firm's chair, John Spiers, has cited the transformative impact of AI and the drawbacks of charity ownership as primary reasons for this strategic consideration, reported FT Adviser. John Spiers, who had previously intended to bequeath his shares to the EQ Foundation upon his death, now recognises "significant drawbacks" to this plan. He expressed concerns that a charity's focus on maximising immediate income could impede the long-term growth of EQ Investors. "A charity may struggle to add value to the enterprise or provide additional capital if needed," he explained. The emergence of AI, compared by Spiers to the arrival of desktop computers in the early 1980s, is a significant factor affecting the potential sale. EQ Investors has made it clear that any transaction will be contingent on the preservation of the company's core values and the enhancement of client service. "EQI is a successful and profitable business, so we are under no pressure to conclude a transaction," Spiers reassured. The process of exploring a sale is active, with Spiers confirming that "several promising possibilities" are being considered. He concluded with a commitment to the welfare of EQ Investors' staff and clients, stating: "Ultimately, any decision to partner with a larger organisation will only be made if it benefits our staff and clients." In 2021, EQ Investors partnered with Fintegrate to broaden the accessibility of its Positive Impact and Future Leaders portfolios for more advisers. "Sustainable wealth manager EQ Investors weighs potential sale" was originally created and published by Private Banker International, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site.