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LaDarius Satterwhite has been promoted to Vice President of Retail Banking at BayPort Credit Union, taking charge of branch administration and member service strategies across the Newport News-based institution. He moves into the role after overseeing operations and performance standards for the credit union’s 29 existing branch locations.
Kenneth M. Hartwick, the former chief executive of Ontario Power Generation, will join the PPL Corporation Board of Directors starting July 1, 2026. Hartwick brings a background in infrastructure management and energy sector strategy to the Allentown-based utility company as it navigates a transition toward modernized power grids.
A consistent 90% customer recommendation rate has earned Hot Springs-based Windows USA the 2026 GuildMaster Award. The recognition from independent surveying firm GuildQuality places the contractor among a select tier of North American home improvement companies prioritized by clients for their reliability and quality workmanship.
As upstream titers intensify, routine column packing frequently evolves into a critical production bottleneck. On July 21, 2026, Astrea Bioseparations will host a webinar to examine how shifting to pre-packed, outsourced column preparation can mitigate labor burdens, enhance manufacturing agility, and secure more predictable campaign execution for biotech firms.
Ten major digital commerce firms have gained access to Adeia’s media intellectual property portfolio through a new multi-year agreement brokered by RPX. The deal aims to streamline patent risk management for companies integrating AI-driven search, personalization, and virtual shopping features into their platforms.
NOVA Plastic Surgery & Dermatology has officially opened its third regional location at 1640 Boro Place in McLean, marking a strategic move into the Tysons corridor. The new facility brings the practice’s full suite of surgical, aesthetic, and dermatological services to a high-density hub for Northern Virginia professionals.
Ten global companies ranging from apparel brands to transportation networks have gained access to Adeia’s media patent portfolio through a syndicated agreement with RPX. This deal allows participating firms to utilize proprietary technologies for intelligent search, personalization, and social commerce across their digital platforms.
From the vacuum of space to the crushing depths of the ocean, reliable energy remains a persistent engineering hurdle. A team from Hanyang University is now championing perovskite solar cells as the lightweight, flexible alternative to traditional power sources, capable of sustaining operations where fuel resupply is impossible.
Horvath & Tremblay is aggressively deepening its Mid-Atlantic presence by acquiring Philadelphia-based brokerage SCOPE. The deal integrates SCOPE’s regional multifamily and development expertise into the national firm’s platform, establishing a new hub at 1650 Arch Street to anchor operations across Pennsylvania, South Jersey, and Delaware.
Nearly 150 leaders from the outdoor power equipment sector convened in Savannah, Georgia, last week to navigate a shifting global landscape. Over three days, members of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) analyzed macroeconomic trends and geopolitical pressures, seeking stability in a period of intense industry volatility.
Eighty-seven percent of U.S. parents identify safety as the primary requirement for children’s digital content, according to a recent report from Lingokids. Among 2,000 surveyed families, the platform ranked higher than competitors in safety, engagement, and educational value, while YouTube and Roblox struggled to gain parental trust.
Moving eight miles east from its former downtown location, BL Companies has opened a significantly larger office within the Middle Sound West development. This expansion marks a strategic pivot for the firm, which aims to triple its local headcount and diversify its services beyond architecture across the coastal Carolinas.
For the third consecutive year, Blockchain Founders Fund has secured the title of Best Early-Stage Blockchain Venture Capital Fund at the 2026 Singapore Business Awards. The accolade highlights an operator-led investment model that prioritizes hands-on support for pre-seed and seed startups as they navigate the volatile Web3 landscape.
Five hundred copies sold in a single day—a total that usually represents the entire lifetime output of an independent book—marks the arrival of David Small’s Nameless Faceless People. This raw memoir from the front lines of Myanmar’s conflict zones serves as the inaugural release for his new imprint, Small Revolution Publishing.
Moving beyond traditional kibble and canned options, Hill's Pet Nutrition is launching a line of refrigerated dog food rolls. The new Science Diet Single Protein range arrives in specialty pet stores this July, marking the company’s first official foray into the rapidly expanding fresh pet food category.
Rehovot-based regenerative medicine firm CollPlant Biotechnologies has finalized a private placement agreement to raise approximately $2.6 million. The company plans to issue over 7.6 million ordinary shares alongside series A and B warrants, targeting capital for research programs and potential strategic business combinations.
With an estimated 65% of the American population affected by thyroid nodules, patients have long faced a binary choice between watchful waiting and surgery. STARMED America has now shifted that paradigm, becoming the first company to secure FDA 510(k) clearance for a radiofrequency ablation device specifically indicated for thyroid nodule treatment.
A 42,000-square-foot medical facility is rising from the shell of a shuttered Macy’s in southern Dallas. The project, led by Russell Glen Company, aims to turn the aging Shops at RedBird mall into a healthcare-anchored destination designed to shrink the region's stark pediatric care disparities.
Arlo Technologies is integrating its new ConnectAI wellness solution into the Home Helpers Home Care network, aiming to digitize aging-in-place support. The partnership expands the use of conversational AI to deliver automated medication reminders and wellness check-ins, augmenting the existing in-person care provided by the nationwide service provider.
Former Navy SEAL and Olympic medalist Larsen Jensen has closed a $155 million oversubscribed Fund IV for his firm, Harpoon Ventures. The new capital brings the San Diego-based investor’s total assets under management to $450 million, fueling a strategy centered on artificial intelligence, deep tech, and national defense.
The high-pitched scream of a 2.6-liter four-rotor engine will echo across California this August as the 1991 Le Mans-winning Mazda 787B makes a rare U.S. appearance. The legendary machine headlines a sprawling heritage showcase at the 2026 Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion, marking its first major exhibition for American fans.
Outperforming 695 products across 268 firms, White Pine Capital’s Small Cap strategy claimed the top spot in the PSN US Core Universe for the one-year period ending in March 2026. The recognition marks a significant milestone for the firm, which has now secured PSN Top Gun status fifteen times since 2018.
After six years steering the financial operations of Greenville-based Canal Insurance Company, CFO John Rzepinski is retiring. The company confirmed his successor is Matt Bell, an internal promotion that follows a deliberate, multi-year transition period designed to ensure leadership continuity and stable oversight of the firm’s fiscal controls.
Artificial intelligence has overtaken traditional exfiltration prevention as the primary catalyst for data security posture management investments. A survey of 225 North American IT and business leaders reveals that as organizations scramble to deploy AI, they are struggling to maintain governance amid fragmented accountability and complex multi-cloud architectures.
Tacoma-based Columbia Banking System will report its financial results for the second quarter of 2026 on Thursday, July 23, shortly after the market closes. The parent company of Columbia Bank intends to follow the release with a conference call and a live question-and-answer session for investors and market analysts.
With industrial electricity rates sitting 29 percent below the national average, the five-state Gulf South region has emerged as the primary engine for America’s AI and manufacturing expansion. A new report from CGCN Analytics reveals that Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas have secured up to $720.7 billion in capital commitments since early 2024.
As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, agricultural equipment giant AGCO is turning its attention to the roots of the industry. The company has launched the Legacies of the Land campaign, a digital initiative designed to archive the multi-generational histories of American farming families through a crowdsourced interactive wall.
MultiDimension Technology is positioning its vertically integrated manufacturing capabilities at the center of this year's Electronica Shanghai, showcasing a broad range of magnetic sensors designed for everything from humanoid robotics to high-precision medical devices. The company occupies booth N3.501, highlighting its shift toward high-volume, automotive-qualified production.
London-based media startup CALLED IT. is pivoting from retrospective reporting to probability-based forecasting, launching a platform that tracks the accuracy of its own predictions. By treating market data as a primary news source, the company aims to move beyond traditional punditry toward a model of verifiable, long-term accountability.
BioCatch has secured the top position in the QKS Group SPARK Matrix for behavioral biometrics and device intelligence, outperforming all competitors in technology excellence and customer impact. The ranking underscores the company's shift toward behavioral science as the central pillar for modern financial fraud prevention.