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Yahoo
18-05-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
Sandburg alumni win awards
Sandburg has announced the winners of its 2025 alumni awards. Dr. Doug Brining, a 1988 graduate, was selected as the Distinguished Alumnus Award recipient, and Craig Dickerson, a 2017 graduate, received the Pacesetter Award. Brining and Dickerson are also Sandburg's nominees for the Illinois Community College Association's Distinguished Alumnus and Pacesetter awards. The ICCTA award winners will be announced at the organization's banquet June 6 in Normal. 2025 Distinguished Alumnus Award Dr. Doug Brining '88 Dr. Doug Brining is a dedicated leader with exemplary accomplishments that have created a profound impact. He's given extensive time and dedication to the field of science and veterinary research while collaborating on the examination of the world's most infectious diseases. Brining has published 40 articles, served on more than 20 committees and has performed numerous exploratory surgical procedures. In high school, Brining believed his counselor when told he wasn't college material. A first-generation college student, Brining enrolled at Sandburg as a chance to meet people, but he soon realized his passion for science. Brining found himself enrolling in all science classes offered by the biology instructor who gave inspiration to his studies. Brining graduated from Sandburg with an Associate in Science in 1988. Though still not convinced he was college material, Brining's friends encouraged him to apply and continue at a four-year institution. Brining earned two bachelor's degrees and later his doctorate from Texas A&M University. Brining now holds four employment titles with the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. He serves as assistant vice president for research administration (animal programs), executive director of UTMB's Animal Resources Center, attending veterinarian and assistant professor of microbiology and immunology. In addition to his work at UTMB, Brining is a diplomate of the American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine. 'It would be difficult for me to overstate the influence and importance that my time at Carl Sandburg College had on both my future academic and professional career,' Brining said. 'Over 35 years have passed since my time there, and I've often shared how much I benefited by attending community college. When I started my coursework there, I truly didn't have a specific end goal in mind and would have never imagined the journey this foundational decision would set in motion.' 'At Carl Sandburg College, I developed fundamental academic skills and discovered the joy of learning for the sake of interest,' he added. 'I clearly remember the quality of the professors and their dedication and enthusiasm about the subjects they taught. Their excitement and passion were genuinely contagious. It was there I developed an intense interest in biology and life sciences, which led me to a career in marine biology, veterinary medicine and academic research. I'll be forever thankful about my decision to attend and for the powerful influence that choice had on my life.' 2025 Pacesetter Award Craig Dickerson '17 As someone who prioritizes goals and is dedicated to making them a reality, Craig Dickerson exemplifies what it means to be a pacesetter. While a student at Sandburg, Dickerson worked as a supervisor at a local restaurant to assist with paying for college. He was also an NAACP member, participated in Relay for Life, volunteered for La Grace Hall of Hope, presented at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day breakfast and was active in Men of Distinction. After graduating from Sandburg in 2017 with an associate degree, Dickerson earned his bachelor's in sales and marketing from Illinois State University. In 2019, Dickerson began work for Verizon as a retail specialist. Early in his career, he set the goal of joining Verizon's Learning and Development team. Dickerson was named to Verizon's Diamond Club in 2022 and recognized as a premier senior account manager the following year. Last September, Dickerson achieved his goal of becoming as a senior trainer with the company's Learning and Development team. In addition to working for Verizon, Dickerson has worked at Staples, ESPN3, Scope Health & Fitness and for the Peoria County government. 'I wouldn't be where I am or who I am today without the experiences I had during my time at Carl Sandburg College,' Dickerson said. 'Being born and raised in Galesburg, you sometimes aren't exposed to all the world has to offer or have the chance to interact with people who are vastly different from you. However, while attending Sandburg I was able to partner, befriend and be supported by individuals from places like Scotland, Brazil, Jamaica and multiple states, giving me the opportunity to see what life was like outside of a small town and all that I could do. 'Sandburg gave me the time to mature, grow and get to know myself in a way I didn't know possible, and for that, I will be forever grateful. I had the pleasure of taking dual credit classes while attending high school and being exposed to higher education at an early age. During this time, I knew I wasn't quite ready to leave home. Sandburg gave me a home for the next two years until I knew I was prepared and ready to take on my undergraduate degree at Illinois State University. After graduating from ISU in 2019, I've been successful in climbing the corporate ladder and moving across the country to Denver. I wouldn't have been able to accomplish all the things I have without the love and support Sandburg gave me.' 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Associated Press
01-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Ammunition Launches Venture Studio to Power the Next Generation of Breakout Brands
Atlanta-based agency backs early-stage startups and creative companies with up to $500K in capital, brand strategy, and full-funnel marketing impact Atlanta, Georgia--(Newsfile Corp. - May 1, 2025) - Ammunition, the award-winning full-funnel advertising agency behind some of the fastest-growing brands in the U.S., is officially launching its new venture initiative: Ammunition Ventures. This bold new platform is designed to support early-stage companies beyond funding—it's built to help founders launch, grow, and win. Through Ammunition Ventures, the agency will provide a hybrid model of capital investment and high-impact services—with a total package of up to $500,000 in combined cash and brand-building firepower—in exchange for equity. 'We're not trying to be just another investor,' said Jeremy Heilpern, Founder and CEO of Ammunition. 'We're bringing creative firepower, go-to-market experience, and capital to the table—because we know what it's like to build from the ground up, and we're here to make it easier for the next wave of founders.' Ammunition Ventures consists of two distinct tracks—designed to support different types of early-stage innovators with tailored resources: Each engagement is customized, with the mix of cash and services explicitly shaped around the founder's needs and the opportunity. In every case, Ammunition Ventures operates with an equity-based model to ensure long-term alignment and shared success. Fueled by consistent growth since its founding in 2017, Ammunition has quickly established itself as a leading agency recognized by top industry publications. Adweek named it a Fastest Growing Agency; Inc. Magazine listed it on the Inc. 5000 and Inc. Regional Southeast; the Atlanta Business Chronicle awarded it four Pacesetter awards; and the Financial Times recently honored the agency as one of the fastest-growing companies in the Americas. The agency's momentum is backed by over 50% year-over-year growth for three consecutive years, a 70% revenue increase in 2023, and 100% client retention in 2025—solidifying its position as a proven force in both B2B and B2C marketing across diverse categories. Now, through Ammunition Ventures, the agency is leveraging its momentum to support founders with the capital, creativity, and connections they need to go from idea to impact. [ This image cannot be displayed. Please visit the source: ] To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: Interested startups and creative ventures can visit to learn more and apply. About Ammunition Ammunition is a full-funnel advertising agency headquartered in Atlanta, GA, known for building brands that move markets. From strategic planning and Emmy-winning creative to media, CRM, and digital transformation, Ammunition delivers high-performance marketing for brands with complex paths to purchase. The agency is privately held and a proud member of Worldwide Partners and the American Association of Advertising Agencies (4A's). For more, visit Media Contact: Lauren Miller Publicist, Ammunition [email protected] (404) 797-0189 To view the source version of this press release, please visit
See - Sada Elbalad
27-03-2025
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
"Murdle" TV Series Based on Murder Mystery Puzzles in Works
Yara Sameh In a competitive situation, Amazon MGM Studios has landed for development Murdle, a scripted adaptation of G. T. Karber's multi-volume collection of murder mystery puzzles, from Legendary Television. Written by Jon Croker (Paddington) based on a story by Karber, Murdle is a quirky, voice-driven series in the vein of Knives Out and The Gentlemen about two rival members of a London-based detective club, who are forced to work together despite their very different approaches to solving murders. The project originated with Jessica Rhoades' Pacesetter which took the pitch to Legendary Television last fall. Amazon MGM Studios will now co-develop and co-produce the series with Legendary and Pacesetter for Prime Video. Executive producing Murdle are Croker, Karber as well as Rhoades and Alison Mo Massey for Pacesetter. This marks the latest high-profile murder mystery series project with a comedic bent as the genre has been on the upswing since the 2019 release of Rian Johnson's Knives Out. Murdle is looking to join Hulu's Only Murders In The Building, Johnson's Poker Face for Peacock, CBS' Elsbeth, HBO's The White Lotus and Netflix's The Residence, among others. To date, there have been five volumes in G. T. Karber's collection of murder mystery puzzles. The first Murdle tome was a Sunday Times #1 bestseller and won both Overall Book of the Year and Best Nonfiction Book at the 2024 British Book Awards. In addition to his work on Paddington 2, Croker co-wrote the Academy Award-winning short film "The Boy, The Mole, The Fox And The Horse" based on Charlie Mackesy's bestseller. His projects in the works include limited series "Hot Air," starring Andrew Garfield; Paul McCartney's animated film "High In The Clouds"; Disney film "Prince Charming", directed by Paul King; and "Skandar & The Unicorn Thief," a film adaptation of the bestseller, for Sony. read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe Videos & Features Bouchra Dahlab Crowned Miss Arab World 2025 .. Reem Ganzoury Wins Miss Arab Africa Title (VIDEO) News Ireland Replaces Former Israeli Embassy with Palestinian Museum News Israeli PM Diagnosed with Stage 3 Prostate Cancer Lifestyle Maguy Farah Reveals 2025 Expectations for Pisces News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers
