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LRQA strengthens its commitment to Supply Chain Sustainability at the Asia Pacific Supply Chain Sustainability Summit 2025

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SINGAPORE, March 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As stricter regulations, growing sustainable investment, and increasing customer demand for sustainability drive significant change, Asia Pacific is increasingly under the spotlight for global supply chains. Against this backdrop, LRQA was proud to sponsor the FOSUS: Asia Pacific Supply Chain Sustainability Summit 2025, held in Singapore on March 19–20.

Bringing together industry leaders and innovators, the summit served as a crucial platform to discuss the evolving supply chain landscape, emphasizing the need for businesses to stay agile, minimize risk, and build transparency to turn sustainability compliance into a competitive advantage.

During the event, Katie Yewdall, Director of Sustainability Consulting APAC at LRQA, participated in the panel discussion, ‘Global Trends in Sustainable Supply Chains and Innovation Strategies in Asia Pacific.’ She shared expert insights on the evolving landscape of ESG regulations and due diligence requirements, highlighting the increasing need for businesses to stay ahead of compliance obligations.

Emphasising the role of digital transformation, she discussed how technology can enhance transparency across supply chains, enabling organisations to build trust and improve efficiency. Additionally, she explored strategies for developing resilient, future-proof supply chains, ensuring businesses can adapt to regulatory changes, mitigate risks, and maintain a competitive advantage in a rapidly shifting global market.

Reflecting on LRQA’s participation, Katie stated: “Responsible sourcing is no longer optional—it’s a business imperative. Events like these foster essential conversations that drive real-world impact. We were honored to share our expertise on sustainability trends and innovative solutions that help businesses mitigate risks and strengthen supply chain resilience.”

As a trusted partner in sustainability and assurance, LRQA remains dedicated to helping businesses achieve their sustainability goals. The connections and conversations at the summit reinforce LRQA’s commitment to driving progress and supporting organizations in meeting the growing expectations for ethical and responsible supply chain practices.

About LRQA

LRQA is a leading global assurance partner, bringing together decades of unrivalled expertise in assessment, advisory, inspection and cybersecurity services. Our solutions-based partnerships are supported by data-driven insights that help our clients solve their biggest business challenges.

Operating in more than 150 countries with a team of more than 5,000 people, LRQA’s award-winning compliance, supply chain, cybersecurity and ESG specialists help more than 61,000 clients across almost every sector to anticipate, mitigate and manage risk wherever they operate.

In everything we do, we are committed to shaping a better future for our people, our clients, our communities, and our planet.

For more information, visit https://www.lrqa.com/ 

For more information, please contact:
Hasan Surve
Regional Marketing Manager – Asia Pacific (APAC), LRQA
hasan.surve@lrqa.com 

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Okorio Strengthens Workday Practice with Strategic Hires: Lawrie Henry and Hifzur Meerapatel

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DALLAS, March 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Okorio, a premier Workday partner specializing in streamlined, scalable enterprise solutions, is excited to announce two powerhouse additions to its leadership team: Lawrie Henry as Vice President of Workday Delivery and Hifzur Meerapatel as Head of Data Services. 

With over a decade at Workday, Lawrie Henry is best known for architecting the Launch Express methodology—a breakthrough approach that significantly reduced implementation time and cost for small and mid-sized businesses. Under his leadership, Launch Express became the go-to model for nearly half of all Workday Medium Enterprise deployments. 

“Building a practice that opened up Workday as a real option to small and medium-sized businesses was a career highlight for me,” said Lawrie. “The opportunity to do it again with Okorio—at a time when demand for smarter, faster deployments is skyrocketing—was too exciting to pass up.” 

Joining Lawrie is Hifzur Meerapatel, a recognized leader in Workday data conversion and transformation. With 20+ years of enterprise HCM expertise—including 9 in the Workday ecosystem—Hifzur has led over 50 successful deployments. He brings deep experience in data mapping, tooling design, automation, and real-time data load orchestration, all of which help customers achieve faster, cleaner go-lives. 

“Data is at the heart of every successful Workday deployment,” said Hifzur. “At Okorio, we’re building a best-in-class data services practice that removes friction, minimizes risk, and ensures our customers hit the ground running on day one.” 

Together, Lawrie and Hifzur bring a powerful combination of implementation expertise, operational strategy, and technical innovation. Their appointments mark a major milestone in Okorio’s mission to provide enterprise-grade Workday solutions with speed, efficiency, and precision. 

“At Okorio, we believe every business—from high-growth startups to complex mid-market organizations—deserves a better Workday experience,” said Justin Williams, CRO. “With Lawrie and Hifzur leading our Delivery and Data practices, we’re helping our customers achieve more value from Workday, faster.”

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Arielle Castro
9032677906
392522@email4pr.com 

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e123 President Brendan McLoughlin to host panel on Medicare market shifts at Medicarians

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Discussion will focus on navigating market changes amid Trump administration’s Medicare policies

LAS VEGAS, March 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — e123 is pleased to announce its participation as a title sponsor at Medicarians, the premier event for innovators in senior health, wealth, and agetech. At this year’s conference, held March 31–April 2, e123 will host a panel discussion with health insurance executives titled “Trump, Oz, and You: How Technology Can Help You Compete in an Ever-Changing World.”

Event Details:

What:

Panel discussion – “Trump, Oz, and You: How Technology Can Help You Compete in an Ever-Changing World”

Who:

Leading voices in healthcare, insurance, and technology, including:

Brendan McLoughlin, President, e123Makayla Lavender, Professor of Economics, The University of Nevada, Las VegasSuzanna Roberts, CEO, Sonder Health PlansCristin Hopkin-Bishop, COO, The Brokerage Inc.

Where:

Medicarians Vegas 2025,
Caesars Forum Conference Center,
3911 Koval Lane, Las Vegas, NV 89109,
Summit Ballroom, Track 1: Rooms 209–212

When:

Tuesday, April 1, 2–2:50 p.m. PT

“The Medicare landscape is shifting quickly, and with policy changes under the Trump administration, increased transparency, and growing competition, staying ahead requires strategic innovation,” McLoughlin said. “Our panel will bring together top industry leaders to discuss how technology can help health carriers and agents adapt, compete, and thrive in this dynamic environment.”

With rapid shifts in the Medicare Advantage landscape, tightening annual enrollment windows, Medicaid reductions, and increasing demands for transparency, this discussion will explore how technology is shaping the competitive landscape. Attendees will gain insights on leveraging data-driven strategies and innovation to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market.

About Medicarians
The annual conference brings together more than 4,000 industry professionals, including product creators, care providers, distributors, venture investors, and startups committed to helping people live longer, healthier, and more financially secure lives.

About e123
e123 brings more than 20 years of experience in health insurance distribution, enabling carriers and downlines with hundreds of thousands of agents through its innovative distribution platform. As the industry’s only distribution management system (DMS) designed specifically for health insurance, e123 provides a single, secure technology environment from the carrier to the agent, ensuring compliance, data integrity, and accuracy. With over 365,000 active agents selling more than 14,000 products and processing billions in annual transactions, clients rely on e123 as a trusted advisor to solve complex business challenges and drive growth, security, and efficiency across the health insurance distribution value chain.

Join e123 and industry leaders for this insightful discussion. For more information or to schedule a meeting with the e123 team at Medicarians, please contact Morgan Tate.

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MatchRX Launches Wholesale Expansion–Helping Pharmacies Slash Drug Costs

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ROYAL OAK, Mich., March 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Independent pharmacies across the country are saving thousands on prescription drugs, thanks to MatchRX’s new expansion into offering Wholesaler drugs. With over 2 million transactions completed and millions saved, MatchRX is now giving its 7,200+ members direct access to 10+ NABP-Certified Wholesalers —helping them cut costs and stay competitive in a changing market.

 

MatchRX Launches Wholesale Expansion—Helping Pharmacies Slash Drug Costs

A Game-Changer for Independent Pharmacies
Pharmacies are already seeing the impact of this expanded access to wholesale pricing. “MatchRX is a game-changer,” said Jennifer H. of Olympic Pharmacy, WA. “On just five wholesale medications, I saved nearly $1,900—far better than my primary wholesaler’s pricing.”

With rising drug costs and ongoing medication shortages, independent pharmacies need new ways to stay competitive. MatchRX’s expansion allows pharmacies to purchase directly from wholesalers, gives them a powerful tool to cut costs, access a broader range of medications, and reduce reliance on traditional wholesalers.

Key Benefits of the Expansion:

One-Stop Pharmacy Marketplace – Buy direct from NABP-Certified Wholesalers, sell overstock, and manage inventory—all in one place.Broader Product Access – Gain access to competitively priced brand and generic prescription drugs to improve patient care and pharmacy profitability.Slash Costs & Save Time – Compare pricing across multiple wholesalers and pharmacies to find the best deals in seconds.DSCSA Compliance Made Easy – All transactions follow federal compliance guidelines, removing regulatory headaches for pharmacy owners.

Your One-Stop Pharmacy Marketplace
“This expansion is a significant step in our journey to becoming a holistic pharmaceutical marketplace,” said Johny Kello, CEO of MatchRX. “By opening our platform to secondary wholesalers, we’re not only increasing access to affordable prescription drugs but also strengthening the independent pharmacy community as a whole.”

Start Saving Today
Pharmacies can start accessing wholesale pricing now—visit www.matchrx.com to explore deals or contact us (info@matchrx.com) for a personalized demo.

About MatchRX
Trusted since 2010, MatchRX was created to help independent pharmacies optimize inventory, reduce waste, and save on purchasing costs. Since inception, the platform has completed over 2 million transactions and saved pharmacies millions of dollars annually, ensuring they remain competitive in a challenging industry.

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