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The Boston Globe Convenes Healthcare Executives, Medical Experts and Community Advocates to Explore Solutions for Growing Socio-Economic Disparities in Care at 2024 Health Equity Day

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Fmr. White House COVID Response Chief Dr. Ashish K. Jha leads dynamic roster of healthcare leaders and Boston Globe journalists to share insights on healthcare disparities and explore solutions to advance more inclusive care

BOSTON, June 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Boston Globe Media is proud to announce the first annual Health Equity Day, an event convening health system leaders, medical experts and community advocates to discuss ways to reduce disparities and advance more inclusive care at a day of event programming that hones in on the crucial conversation surrounding health equity and its impact on our society and economy. Presented by Sanofi, this live event will take place on Wednesday, June 12, at WBUR’s CitySpace and is free and open to the public. Registration is open now at globe.com/events.

The dynamic roster of experts from across the full spectrum of relevant sectors will join Boston Globe journalists in a series of one-on-one interviews, panel conversations and a live podcast recording to share insights on disparities in healthcare and explore solutions to advance more inclusive care in our region and beyond. Brown School of Public Health Dean Dr. Ashish K. Jha, the former White House COVID Response Chief and a global leader driving public health research, policy and practice, will lead the day’s programming with a fireside chat with Boston Globe Health Reporter Adam Piore.  In a special live recording of John Hancock podcast “Longer. Healthier. Better,” journalist Janet Wu will speak to Google Public Sector Health Clinical Lead Dr. Monica Bharel.  

Panels throughout the day will explore a range of topics, including:

Advancing Health Equity Through Community Health WorkersA Lifelong Battle: Health Equity And AgingDriving Health Equity as A TeamPrioritizing Women’s Health: Equity in IVF

The full list of speakers and times can be found at https://globe.com/healthequityday.

“Boston Globe Media is devoted to bringing attention to and driving insight on the challenges facing the region and nothing is more critical than the crisis of inequity permeating the healthcare system,” said Erika Hale Smith, Vice President of Events and Sponsorships at Boston Globe Media. “With Health Equity Day, we’re bringing together the brightest minds working in the medical and healthcare fields to share research on this pervasive challenge and explore ideas for solutions to remake a health ecosystem that will serve all of its patients equally.”

Health Equity Day is free and open to the public. Sessions will be held at WBUR’s CitySpace (890 Commonwealth Ave, Boston) and available to virtual guests via livestream. Both in-person and virtual attendees are encouraged to RSVP at globe.com/events.

This special day of programming is presented by Sanofi. Sponsors include John Hancock, Point32Health and Takeda. Boys & Girls Club of Boston, the Urban League of Eastern Massachusetts, Partners in Health, Health Equity Compact and Health Resources in Action are non-profit partners for Health Equity Day. 

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About Boston Globe Media Partners, LLC
Boston Globe Media Partners, LLC (“BGMP”) is a locally owned, award-winning media company serving Boston and New England. The cornerstone of the brand is The Boston Globe, a 27-time Pulitzer Prize-winning news source and one of the most successful metro news organizations in the United States. The Globe is headquartered in Boston with regional bureaus in Washington, D.C., Rhode Island, and New Hampshire. The Globe has one of the highest daily print circulations among metro newspapers and more than 245,000 digital subscribers. As part of Boston Globe Media’s growing portfolio of brands, the Globe hosts events that connect community members to its journalism and provides a range of digital and home-delivered advertising solutions that reach more consumers than any other New England media brand. Boston Globe Media’s properties include The Boston Globe, Globe.com, Boston.com, STAT, The B-Side, Globe Publishing Services, Globe Events, Studio/B, and the weekday news program Boston Globe Today on NESN and online.

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The Inner Circle acknowledges, Connie L. Doyle as a Pinnacle Professional Member Inner Circle of Excellence

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KRUM, Texas, May 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Connie L. Doyle is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Professional Member Inner Circle of Excellence for her contributions to Software Engineering and Technology Development.

Connie L. Doyle has established a distinguished career in software engineering, currently serving as the Senior Director of Software Engineering at Sagent M&C LLC since 2023. In this role, she oversees software development and process management, ensuring that updates and optimizations are implemented efficiently to maintain seamless functionality. Her leadership and expertise have positioned her as an integral part of the company’s success, marking the pinnacle of her career thus far.

Ms. Doyle’s academic foundation in data processing was established at Kentucky Technical College, where she earned her Associate of Arts degree. Over the course of her almost four-decade career, she has gained extensive experience in software development and business processes through a variety of roles, including 17+ years at Mr. Cooper, where she honed her technical and managerial skills. Her tenure in both consulting and manufacturing industries has provided her with a well-rounded perspective on technology leadership.

Her dedication and contributions have not gone unnoticed. Ms. Doyle has been honored with several prestigious accolades, including the President’s Award from Information Alternatives in 1997. Additionally, she was recognized with the “Breakfast with Jay” honor from a senior colleague, further highlighting her impact within the organization.

Looking ahead, Ms. Doyle is committed to strengthening software engineering teams, fostering a culture of growth and collaboration, and advancing cutting-edge software solutions to enhance operational excellence. Through her leadership, she continues to drive innovation in the field of software engineering, ensuring long-term success in an ever-evolving industry.

Contact: Katherine Green, 516-825-5634, editorialteam@continentalwhoswho.com

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Portage Point Partners Bolsters Turnaround & Restructuring Services with Addition of Olivier Blechner

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CHICAGO, May 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Portage Point Partners, LLC (Portage Point), a blue chip advisory, consulting, interim management and financial services firm focused on the middle market, welcomes Olivier Blechner as a Managing Director in the Turnaround & Restructuring Services (TRS) practice.

Olivier brings more than two decades of experience in turnarounds, restructurings, distressed debt and operational leadership. His expertise combines a background as both a transformative operator and a major distressed debt investor. Throughout his career, Olivier has played a key role in numerous high-profile restructurings, serving on creditor committees and contributing to strategic decision-making in complex situations. He was also instrumental in scaling a company from a five-person startup to a publicly traded enterprise with $280 million in run-rate revenue and 1,200 employees. In addition, Olivier has held senior leadership roles, including Chief Restructuring Officer (CRO), acting CEO, Chairman and Liquidation Agent in a receivership and Chief Investment Officer specializing in global distressed investments.

“Our TRS practice continues to experience significant growth, and we are pleased to welcome Olivier to the platform,” said Tom Studebaker, Managing Director and Co-Head of TRS at Portage Point. “His highly engaged, hands-on approach – shaped by a unique blend of restructuring and operational experience – will be an invaluable asset to both our practice and the broader firm.”

“I am thrilled to join Portage Point and contribute to the continued growth of such a dynamic firm,” said Olivier. “I look forward to leveraging my extensive experience in capital markets, restructuring and operations while collaborating with colleagues across TRS, Performance Improvement, Office of the CFO, and Interim Management Practices to deliver best-in-class capabilities and solutions to the middle market.”

“Throughout his career, Olivier has operated at the intersection of financial strategy and operational execution, tackling complex challenges and contributing to high-impact strategic decisions,” said Matthew Ray, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Portage Point. “His approach aligns seamlessly with our operationally oriented and financially grounded team, positioning him to deliver meaningful positive client outcomes across the business lifecycle.”

Prior to Portage Point, Olivier was the Managing Member of Turicum Capital, where he led operational and financial restructurings. Previously, Olivier served in leadership roles at One East Capital, Polygon Global Partners, Alden Global Capital, TPG Credit Management and Sandell Asset Management. He began his career in investment banking at DLJ / Credit Suisse and Houlihan Lokey.

About Portage Point Partners
Portage Point Partners is a business advisory, interim management and investment banking firm intensely focused on the middle market. Our blue chip team leverages bulge bracket experience in consulting, operations, finance, accounting, investment banking and investing to provide unmatched transactional, operational and financial perspectives to middle market stakeholders. The Portage Point cross-functional platform is uniquely architected to offer fully integrated capabilities and solutions that identify value capture, mitigate risk and positively impact outcomes at every stage of the ever-changing middle market business lifecycle. From ideation to monetization, Portage Point delivers excellence across transaction advisory services, transaction execution services, office of the CFO, performance improvement, interim management, investment banking, operational turnaround and financial restructuring. Learn how Portage Point can positively impact your business www.portagepointpartners.com.

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Safran Federal Systems Unveils HyperReveal AI Platform at GEOINT 2025

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ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Safran Federal Systems, a leading provider of Assured Position, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) solutions, today announced the launch of its new U.S.-based geospatial artificial intelligence platform, HyperReveal, at the 2025 GEOINT Symposium.

HyperReveal marks the expansion of Safran’s proven global geospatial analytics capabilities into the U.S. market via its U.S. business, Safran Federal Systems, which is authorized to work on the full spectrum of U.S. Government classified and unclassified projects. The platform delivers mission-driven AI for automated exploitation of high-resolution imagery, full-motion video, electromagnetic, and acoustic signals.

HyperReveal uses advanced, sensor-agnostic algorithms to detect and identify objects, activities, and patterns of interest across commercial and government data sources. The platform is purpose-built to provide timely, actionable geospatial intelligence for U.S. defense and national security operations—enabling faster, more informed decision-making in complex and contested environments. The underlying technology has been in development for over 9 years and is already deployed and being used in several active military and government intelligence operations around the world.

“Our mission is to transform the speed and precision of decision-making across the commercial, defense, and intelligence communities,” said Lee Rizzo, Executive Vice President of Geospatial AI Capabilities. “HyperReveal delivers persistent monitoring, rapid object recognition, change detection, and pattern-of-life analysis—all essential capabilities in today’s dynamic operational landscape. From tactical ISR missions to strategic threat assessments, we enable decision dominance by turning massive volumes of data into near real-time, mission- ready intelligence. With HyperReveal AI, we’re expanding our ability to support U.S. government agencies with cutting-edge, scalable geospatial solutions.”

For more information, visit us at GEOINT in Booth #2321 or safranfederalsystems.com/artificial-intelligence.

Safran Federal Systems is a trusted DoD mission partner providing cross-cutting Position, Navigation and Timing (PNT) solutions from the lab to the field. We leverage our industry leadership in Timing, Navigation, Simulation and NAVWAR to offer a unique blend of cost-effective A-PNT solutions bred through innovation. Our expertise in open systems architecture enables rapid delivery of emerging technologies to the warfighter across all domains.

Your Assured PNT Mission Partner, from the Lab to the Field. ™

Safran Federal Systems is a proxy-regulated Safran Defense & Space, Inc. company.

For more information: www.safranfederalsystems.com

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