Month: September 2018

Sporting heroes join SAMH

Stuart Mitchell

Sir Chris Hoy and Adam Peaty have joined forces with SAMH (Scottish Association for Mental Health) today, Friday 10 August. The Olympic stars are urging sports clubs across the country to encourage more people to get physically active to improve their mental wellbeing. As the inaugural European Championships comes to an end in Glasgow this weekend, the sporting legends are asking organisations and clubs to get on board and inspire people across the country to embrace the sporting spirit and make a positive difference to their lives. SAMH ambassador Sir…

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Krystal launches Square Up Scholarship program for employees

Stuart Mitchell

The Krystal Company announces the Square Up Scholarship program designed to empower and retain employees at the South’s original quick-service restaurant. The Square Up Scholarship program was established with a $500,000 contribution from Michael Klump, Chairman of Krystal and CEO of Argonne Capital Group, which acquired Krystal in 2012. “We’re delighted to launch this scholarship program in support of the 8,000-strong Krystal family,” Klump said. “Our people are our brand. Their passion for our customers and their devotion to Krystal’s iconic legacy set us apart in the industry. We want…

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Movember and the Harlequins announce long term partnership

Stuart Mitchell

The Movember Foundation, Harlequins Foundation and Harlequin FC announce a long-term partnership that will see them team up for a joint initiative committed to help rugby fans, and the wider community, live happier, healthier and longer lives. To launch the partnership, the Harlequins team has taken part in the Movember Foundation’s ‘Be a Man of More Words’ campaign to raise awareness for World Suicide Prevention Day. Star players Dave Ward, Danny Care, Joe Marler and Mark Lambert feature in an emotive video encouraging men across the UK to open up…

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National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect Launches National Effort to Fix One of Society’s Greatest Problems

Stuart Mitchell

The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN) – founded earlier this year with the goal of eliminating child abuse and neglect within our lifetime – is partnering with Research!America to convene a panel of experts on Sept. 25 focusing on the health impact of child abuse and neglect. The panel will discuss how changing the perception of child abuse and neglect from just a social and legal problem to a health, mental health and public health issue will lead to advancements in treatment and prevention. This event will serve…

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Walmart Phasing Out Paint Removal Products with Methylene Chloride and NMP

Stuart Mitchell

Walmart has announced it will phase out paint removal products with the chemicals methylene chloride and N-Methylpyrrolidone (NMP) from its stores in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Central America and www.walmart.com by February 2019. This initiative is consistent with Walmart’s efforts to work with suppliers and the industry to accelerate the adoption and use of sustainable chemistry practices that exceed customers’ expectations. Similar to some of the retailer’s previous work on sustainable chemistry, this initiative also goes above and beyond current legal and regulatory compliances. Zach Freeze, senior director of strategic…

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