Aretum Announces Acquisition of Veterans Engineering, Expanding Federal IT, Cyber, and Cloud Capabilities

BETHESDA, Md., Dec. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Aretum, a leading provider of mission-focused technology, engineering, cybersecurity, and professional services to federal agencies, today announced its acquisition of Veterans Engineering, a technology solutions provider which serves the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and other federal clients. The acquisition enhances Aretum’s technology offerings in cloud delivery, cybersecurity, and digital transformation, and strengthens its position across key federal markets.

Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Rockville, Maryland, Veterans Engineering delivers advanced solutions in IT modernization, process engineering, organizational change, healthcare technology, cybersecurity, cloud architecture, and digital transformation. The company has served a broad set of federal agencies, including the Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of Homeland Security, Department of State, Department of Energy, and the Defense Health Agency.

“This acquisition represents a strategic leap forward in our ability to support critical federal missions,” said Rohit Gupta, CEO, Aretum. “Veterans Engineering’s technical strength, track record in complex modernization programs, and commitment to mission outcomes are an ideal complement to Aretum’s capabilities. Together, we will accelerate innovation, expand value to our customers, and deepen service to agencies that protect and improve the lives of Americans — including our nation’s Veterans.”

The acquisition was backed by Renovus Capital Partners, a private equity firm focused on knowledge and talent-enabled businesses. More information on Renovus is at the end of this press release.

“Veterans Engineering has built a mission-driven organization grounded in service, technical excellence, and delivery quality,” said Manan Shah, Partner at Renovus Capital Partners. “The combined platform strengthens Aretum’s position across federal technology programs and creates a compelling foundation for continued growth — both organically and through future strategic acquisitions.”

Veterans Engineering will operate as a wholly owned subsidiary of Aretum. Aretum will integrate many of Veterans Engineering’s operations, systems, and delivery teams, retaining key technical and leadership personnel, like VE’s VP, Dr. Wally Potts, to ensure continuity for customers and contract performance.

“I am happy to have Veterans Engineering transition to Aretum and its capable leadership team. I am excited that our VE team will continue to serve our existing customers with the same mission focus I have had as a Veteran for these last 20 years,” said Neil Snyder, President of Veterans Engineering.

The combined organization will continue to expand opportunities in cloud modernization, enterprise cybersecurity, digital transformation, and data-driven mission systems across defense, intelligence, and civilian markets, and delivery for its customers in Defense, Veterans Affairs, other civilian agencies, and state governments.

About Aretum
Aretum is a leading provider of technology, engineering, cybersecurity, professional services, and mission support to federal defense, intelligence, and civilian agencies. The company delivers advanced capabilities in digital transformation, data analytics, cybersecurity, cloud engineering, program management, AI and machine learning, and operational support across high-priority government missions. Visit us at www.aretum.com and follow us on LinkedIn.

About Veterans Engineering
Veterans Engineering is a federal technology solutions company specializing in IT modernization, cybersecurity, cloud architecture, and healthcare technology solutions. Founded in 2005, the company supports has supported federal clients including the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of Homeland Security, Department of State, Department of Energy, and the Defense Health Agency.

About Renovus Capital Partners
Founded in 2010, Renovus Capital Partners is a lower middle-market private equity firm specializing in the Knowledge and Talent industries. From its base in the Philadelphia area, Renovus manages over $2 billion of assets across its several sector focused funds. The firm’s current portfolio includes over 30 U.S. based businesses specializing in education and workforce development and services companies in the technology, healthcare, and professional services markets. Renovus typically makes control buyout investments in founder owned businesses, leveraging its industry expertise and operator network to make operational improvements, recruit top talent and pursue add-on acquisitions. Visit us at www.renovuscapital.com and follow us on LinkedIn.

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Empowering Future Leaders: How CHLI’s Fellowship and Internship Programs Unlock Opportunity for Young Hispanic Leaders

By Mary Ann Gomez Orta

WASHINGTON, Dec. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Access, opportunity, and empowerment are key ingredients for success. This is why CHLI’s fellowship and internship programs are proving to be powerful engines of advancement for Hispanic students and young professionals. We’ve seen over 300 alumni go through our fellowship and leadership programs where they obtained personal and professional development that elevated them toward success in the marketplace. In the past 20 years, CHLI has focused its efforts on developing and strengthening future global leaders and has funded more than $10 million in educational programs.

Through initiatives like the CHLI Global Leaders Program, the Lincoln Diaz-Balart Public Service Fellowship, as well as Communications and Law Fellowships, CHLI creates tangible paths for ambitious young Latinos to enter public service, policy, business, and civic leadership.

Real-world experience, real impact
The Global Leaders Internship Program offers semester-long placements in Republican and Democrat congressional and corporate legislative-affairs offices, giving students first-hand exposure to the mechanics of policymaking, advocacy, and public affairs.

Meanwhile, the Lincoln Diaz-Balart Public Service Fellowship — launched in 2024 — provides recent graduates with full-time placements in bipartisan congressional offices in Washington, D.C., complete with stipend, housing and transportation support, mentoring from CHLI’s Board and Alumni network, and access to unique opportunities to build a career in public service.

For participants, this is far more than a résumé boost — it’s a career launchpad. Internships and fellowships such as these are widely recognized as “high-impact practices” that improve employability, provide professional networks, and help level the playing field for talented students from all socioeconomic backgrounds.

Why this matters — especially for the Hispanic community
Latino students and young professionals often face historic barriers to access, mentorship, and professional networks. By creating paid, structured, and supportive pathways into Congress, corporate affairs, policy, law, and public service, CHLI is investing in the competitiveness and upward mobility of future leaders. The result: a growing pool of Hispanic talent ready to step into leadership roles, influence policy, and give back to their communities.

For CHLI’s partners, supporting these programs is a strategic investment in America’s future leadership. By partnering with CHLI’s fellowships and internships, stakeholders help unlock the potential of young leaders who otherwise might never have had the opportunity – all while reinforcing CHLI’s mission to advance the Hispanic community’s diversity of thought.

Looking ahead
As CHLI expands its Fellowship and Internship offerings — from law-focused tracks to public service placements and corporate internships — the demand from students continues to grow. With each cohort, CHLI strengthens its network of alumni, builds a pipeline of prepared Latino leaders, and solidifies its role as a premier incubator of Hispanic leadership in Washington and beyond.

For young Latinos — and for partners eager to support lasting impact — CHLI’s programs offer opportunity, empowerment, and a shared path forward.

Media Contact: Wadi Gaitan; wadi@a100media.org

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A New Career and a Shared Mission

Originally published on Aflac Newsroom

Brittany Smith, before she became an Aflac agent in 2024, embarked on a personal mission to support families facing pediatric brain cancer.

For Brittany and her husband, Brandon, that drive started when they learned their son, Gunner, had a life-threatening brain tumor known as a high-grade multiform glioma in August 2017. After a six-hour emergency brain surgery, six weeks of daily proton radiation and 48 weeks of chemotherapy, Gunner finished treatments just in time for Halloween 2018. He was cancer free until the following February. After two more surgeries, Gunner’s cancer remained stable for nearly a year before discovering it had spread again in May 2020. A year and multiple treatments later, Gunner passed away at home with his loving parents and sisters by his side.

In Gunner’s memory, Brittany and Brandon established the All Heart Gunner Foundation to provide financial support to other children and families facing pediatric brain cancer. Named for Gunner’s mantra for fighting his brain cancer with an “All Heart” mentality, the foundation serves families across the country whose children have been diagnosed with a brain tumor.

“We know that moment when you’re told your child has cancer — it changes the entire family in an instant,” said Brittany. “Through the All Heart Gunner Foundation, we want to be a comfort for families faced with pediatric brain cancer and help alleviate the financial burden as much as possible so the family can put their time and attention on what matters most: getting their baby better.”

Learn more about All Heart Gunner at allheartgunner.com.

After getting the All Heart Gunner Foundation up and running, Brittany learned about Aflac and how its mission closely mirrored the heart of her own foundation — to provide financial support to individuals during some of the most challenging moments of their lives. She explored an opportunity to join the flock and very quickly discovered it was a natural fit. During a presentation at a sales team meeting, she learned about the My Special Aflac Duck® program and Aflac’s long-standing commitment to those facing pediatric cancer as well as blood disorders like sickle cell disease.

“During the nearly four years that Gunner bravely walked this road, we were unaware of the profound impact Aflac was making throughout the world of pediatric cancer and blood disorders,” said Brittany. “I was already familiar with the cancer policy — and that coverage for dependent children is included at no additional cost — but I soon learned that Aflac’s level of commitment and care extends even further.”

For more than 30 years, Aflac employees, independent agents and The Aflac Foundation, Inc., have contributed nearly $200 million to the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta to support research and treatment for pediatric cancer and blood disorders. A meaningful component of that mission is My Special Aflac Duck, a robotic companion designed to help provide comfort to pediatric patients with cancer or sickle cell disease. It also helps these children communicate with their parents, siblings, medical professionals and other caregivers.

Now, families who receive support from the All Heart Gunner Foundation will also receive their own My Special Aflac Duck to help support their child as they go through their cancer journey.

“Navigating a cancer or sickle cell diagnosis, treatment and throughout life can be challenging at any stage, so we introduced My Special Aflac Duck in 2018 to help these patients feel like they’re not alone. Since then, we’ve delivered more than 41,000 ducks to help provide comfort to these patients and their families,” said Buffy Swinehart, senior manager, Aflac Corporate Social Responsibility. “We’re so grateful for organizations like All Heart Gunner that help those facing pediatric cancer and blood disorders, and we’re thrilled to be able to provide a cuddly companion for the children and families they support.”

Along with My Special Aflac Duck and its accessories comes a suite of resources, including information on all of the functions and features of My Special Aflac Duck and the app; facilitation cards for meditation, communication, medical play, etc.; printable activities designed for play, relationship-building, empowerment and mindfulness — helping to provide distraction in busy or challenging environments — interactive use case guides to explore how My Special Aflac Duck can be used in different settings; FAQs; and additional support.

This comforting companion is available free of charge to children ages 3 and up with cancer or sickle cell disease

Learn more about My Special Aflac Duck and Aflac’s commitment to supporting children with cancer and sickle cell disease at AflacChildhoodCancer.org.

Brittnay is a real Aflac policyholder and is also an independent contractor who has a financial interest in this insurer. This is her story. Your benefits from Aflac may differ.

This video contains the opinions of an Aflac policyholder and is not intended to portray any specific benefits or details of Aflac cancer insurance (also known as specified-disease insurance in some states). Coverage may not be available in all states and benefits may vary based on plan options. Limitations and exclusions may apply. In Delaware, Policies B70100DE, B70200DE & B70300DE. In Idaho, Policies B70100ID, B70200ID, B70300ID, B7010EPID, B7020EPID. In Oklahoma, Policies B70100OK; B70200OK; B70300OK; B7010EPOK; B7020EPOK. In Virginia, Policies A75100VA–A75300VA. For more information about Aflac insurance policies, contact your Aflac agent or visit aflac.com.

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Sustainability in Action: MemorialCare Honored with ASHE’s 2025 Energy to Care & Sustained Performance Awards Second Year in a Row

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Dec. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — MemorialCare, a leading health care provider in Southern California, has received the prestigious Energy to Care (E2C) Awards for six of its locations and the Sustained Performance Award for 18 of its locations, for the second year in a row. These awards, presented by the American Society for Health Care Engineering (ASHE), recognize consistent and repeated achievements in energy management and sustainability in the healthcare industry.

“Healthcare campuses operate around the clock and face unique challenges such as single-use waste and aging infrastructure, making energy efficiency no small feat,” said John Somers, vice president, real estate and facilities, MemorialCare Health System. “Yet, we embrace these challenges as opportunities to lead with innovation. We’re proud to reduce our carbon footprint and contribute to a healthier planet—because caring for our communities goes beyond patient care. These awards affirm our commitment to sustainability and progress.”

In Long Beach, honorees of the Energy to Care Award include three locations associated with MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center‘s campus: the hospital building itself and two outpatient locations, Buffum Medical Pavilion and Columbia Medical Building. In Orange County, recognition goes to the MemorialCare headquarters office, MemorialCare Medical Foundation in Los Altos, and MemorialCare Cancer Institute at Saddleback Medical Center.

This award highlights MemorialCare’s dedication to reducing energy consumption and advancing environmentally responsible practices across its health network, guided by MemorialCare’s Climate Health Initiative, developed in partnership with Ecom-Energy, Inc. The recognition reflects the innovative approaches and technologies implemented at these locations, contributing to energy efficiency and reduced operational costs.

In addition, 18 MemorialCare locations have been honored with the Sustained Performance Award, meaning they have maintained Energy to Care Award-winning performance for more than two consecutive years. Additional sites that received Energy to Care Awards this year added to an already large portfolio of high-performing facilities.

The Energy to Care Awards are part of ASHE’s initiative to promote best practices in energy management within the health care sector. Organizations are evaluated based on criteria such as energy usage reduction, the adoption of innovative technologies, and their overall impact on sustainability.

MemorialCare remains committed to leading by example—investing in sustainable practices and innovative technologies to reduce our environmental footprint and set new standards for energy efficiency in healthcare.

About MemorialCare
MemorialCare is a not-for-profit, integrated health care delivery system with 225 care locations including leading hospitals—Saddleback Medical Center in Laguna Hills, Orange Coast Medical Center in Fountain Valley, Long Beach Medical Center and Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach; MemorialCare Medical Group and Greater Newport Physicians; MemorialCare Research Program; MemorialCare Select Health Plan; and numerous outpatient health, imaging, surgery, urgent care, physical therapy, breast health and dialysis centers throughout Orange and Los Angeles counties. Accolades include Nation’s Best Health Systems and Workplaces, Top 50 U.S. Hospitals and Cardiovascular Hospitals, 10 Largest Children’s Hospitals, 100 Best Hospitals – Spine and Prostate Surgeries, Best of Orange County and Long Beach Hospitals and Medical Groups, U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals and “high performing” in 31 clinical categories and Newsweek World’s Best Hospitals, Top 100 Hospitals, Best Maternity Hospitals – and more. Visit memorialcare.org.

About ASHE
The American Society for Health Care Engineering (ASHE) is a national organization dedicated to advancing the field of health care engineering. ASHE supports the development of energy-efficient and sustainable practices within the health care industry through resources, education, and recognition. Visit ashe.org.

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Sustainability in Action: MemorialCare Honored with ASHE’s 2025 Energy to Care & Sustained Performance Awards Second Year in a Row

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Dec. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — MemorialCare, a leading health care provider in Southern California, has received the prestigious Energy to Care (E2C) Awards for six of its locations and the Sustained Performance Award for 18 of its locations, for the second year in a row. These awards, presented by the American Society for Health Care Engineering (ASHE), recognize consistent and repeated achievements in energy management and sustainability in the healthcare industry.

“Healthcare campuses operate around the clock and face unique challenges such as single-use waste and aging infrastructure, making energy efficiency no small feat,” said John Somers, vice president, real estate and facilities, MemorialCare Health System. “Yet, we embrace these challenges as opportunities to lead with innovation. We’re proud to reduce our carbon footprint and contribute to a healthier planet—because caring for our communities goes beyond patient care. These awards affirm our commitment to sustainability and progress.”

In Long Beach, honorees of the Energy to Care Award include three locations associated with MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center‘s campus: the hospital building itself and two outpatient locations, Buffum Medical Pavilion and Columbia Medical Building. In Orange County, recognition goes to the MemorialCare headquarters office, MemorialCare Medical Foundation in Los Altos, and MemorialCare Cancer Institute at Saddleback Medical Center.

This award highlights MemorialCare’s dedication to reducing energy consumption and advancing environmentally responsible practices across its health network, guided by MemorialCare’s Climate Health Initiative, developed in partnership with Ecom-Energy, Inc. The recognition reflects the innovative approaches and technologies implemented at these locations, contributing to energy efficiency and reduced operational costs.

In addition, 18 MemorialCare locations have been honored with the Sustained Performance Award, meaning they have maintained Energy to Care Award-winning performance for more than two consecutive years. Additional sites that received Energy to Care Awards this year added to an already large portfolio of high-performing facilities.

The Energy to Care Awards are part of ASHE’s initiative to promote best practices in energy management within the health care sector. Organizations are evaluated based on criteria such as energy usage reduction, the adoption of innovative technologies, and their overall impact on sustainability.

MemorialCare remains committed to leading by example—investing in sustainable practices and innovative technologies to reduce our environmental footprint and set new standards for energy efficiency in healthcare.

About MemorialCare
MemorialCare is a not-for-profit, integrated health care delivery system with 225 care locations including leading hospitals—Saddleback Medical Center in Laguna Hills, Orange Coast Medical Center in Fountain Valley, Long Beach Medical Center and Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach; MemorialCare Medical Group and Greater Newport Physicians; MemorialCare Research Program; MemorialCare Select Health Plan; and numerous outpatient health, imaging, surgery, urgent care, physical therapy, breast health and dialysis centers throughout Orange and Los Angeles counties. Accolades include Nation’s Best Health Systems and Workplaces, Top 50 U.S. Hospitals and Cardiovascular Hospitals, 10 Largest Children’s Hospitals, 100 Best Hospitals – Spine and Prostate Surgeries, Best of Orange County and Long Beach Hospitals and Medical Groups, U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals and “high performing” in 31 clinical categories and Newsweek World’s Best Hospitals, Top 100 Hospitals, Best Maternity Hospitals – and more. Visit memorialcare.org.

About ASHE
The American Society for Health Care Engineering (ASHE) is a national organization dedicated to advancing the field of health care engineering. ASHE supports the development of energy-efficient and sustainable practices within the health care industry through resources, education, and recognition. Visit ashe.org.

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From Experts to Leaders – Faculty for the Future Impact Survey 2025

In 2005 the Schlumberger Foundation created the Faculty for the Future (FFTF) program, boosted by a philanthropic donation of $50m from global technology company, SLB. The program was designed to increase research capability in emerging economies by supporting talented female researchers in science and technology. Twenty years on the FFTF Fellowship now comprises 965 women across 95 countries: advancing knowledge, fostering innovation and contributing to sustainable development.

Today we publish the results of the Faculty for the Future Impact Survey 2025, a study commissioned to better understand who the women of the Fellowship are today, the impact of their work, the challenges they face and where they see future opportunities. The survey, conducted by impact measurement specialists 60 Decibels, captured responses from 45% of Fellows across a diverse mix of ages (22–62 years) and regions (Africa 59%, Asia 30%, Americas 9%, others 2%).

The findings revealed a Fellowship working with purpose on local and global priorities, with 92% of Fellows having specific objectives to advance progress in UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG).

Speaking at the report launch event in Nairobi, Kenya, Schlumberger Foundation President Capella Festa explained,

“The FFTF was created 20 years ago with the aim of closing gender gaps and building research capability in emerging economies, and the survey confirms that Fellows are academically active on a global scale. However, what we hadn’t expected was that we weren’t just building expertise, we were also creating leadership.”

“FFTF alumnae contribute their expertise across private, public and non-profit sectors through technical roles, leadership positions, and entrepreneurial ventures. Alumnae are highly active in educational outreach, public policy, social advocacy and entrepreneurship.”

Speaking at the FFTF Annual Forum in September, Dr. Tina Phiri Chanda, Copperbelt University, Zambia said,

“This is a game-changing survey. Having 76% of Fellows in academia who taught 83,000 students in 2024, supervised 400 projects and published over 600 research papers - this is long term impact, this is the wow. We are imparting knowledge and changing the trajectory of research and of our countries.”

Tonthoza Uganja, PhD candidate in Agroforestry at Bangor University and Founder of Sustainable Farming Solutions Malawi observed,

“As an entrepreneur, what I looked for in the report were the statistics on entrepreneurship.  21% of respondents consider themselves to be entrepreneurs – founders of start-ups, small businesses or offering products or services based on their research.  This is extraordinary and I see it as an opportunity.”

“I come from a country that is the fourth poorest in the world. I come from a country that needs to be built. I come from a country where systems need to be changed. So looking at this as a person who is passionate about building from realities on the ground and putting science to work to develop solutions that actually work for people, I feel very, very encouraged.”

Dr. Eman Maali, Palestinian Research Fellow in Computer Science at Imperial College London commented,

“One thing that struck me is that 94% of Fellows said there were not really alternative sources of funding available to them. So we need to understand that the Schlumberger Foundation is providing a vital source of support for these Fellows. But we also need to see how we can all work to increase other sources of funding specifically for women in STEM.”

Some of the findings on gender gaps were also surprising. While many Fellows continue to face restricted research opportunities, family obligations, and gender-based discrimination, we found that the main disparities are not between countries but between disciplines. Gender imbalance was particularly pronounced in engineering, physical sciences and computer science and the 29% of respondents who noted that fewer than one in ten members of their faculties are women were substantially from these disciplines.

Capella Festa adds,

“This report has revealed the sheer brilliance of FFTF Fellows and the leadership they are showing in their communities and beyond. The FFTF Fellowship has developed into a movement where women are equipped with the tools to lead, innovate, and inspire; helping shape a sustainable and equitable future for all.”

View the full report HERE.

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Monotype’s Creative Directors Collaborate with Bruce Mau Design to Reimagine Climate Future Through Design Thinking

  • Led by Monotype Executive Creative Director Phil Garnham in partnership with Bruce Mau Design, this project considers potential futures and how design can inspire climate optimism and action  giving shape to both problems and solutions.

  • Part of Monotype’s Re:Vision campaign, delving into global themes impacting our world and their intersections with creativity.

  • Using superfamily Macklin™ Variable, the project’s microsite hosts Climate Chronicle that illustrates how mindful design solutions can drive change.

WOBURN, Mass., Dec. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Monotype Imaging Inc., a global leader in type and technology, announces the launch of its Hot & Wet futures project as part of Monotype’s type trends Re:Vision 2025 campaign, which looks at the big, global themes impacting the world through a design lens.

Spearheaded by Phil Garnham, Executive Creative Director at Monotype, in partnership with Bruce Mau Design, a multidisciplinary brand and design studio, this project is an exploration of how visual communication can shift climate conversations to inspire imagination, optimism, and action.

At the center of the project is Climate Chronicle, a microsite with a rotating collection of tomorrow’s “future headlines,” written as if environmental progress has already been achieved. Combining collaborative creative leadership with practical design tips, the project demonstrates how small, intentional design choices can contribute to a more sustainable future.

Climate Chronicle: Project Highlights

  • A series of optimistic “future headlines,” imagining a more positive climate future.
  • Sustainable design tips paired with each headline, making technical choices visible and actionable.
  • A focus on how design choices can ripple outward to influence perception and action.
  • Headlines set in Macklin™ Variable, a variable font superfamily chosen for its bold, expressive style and ability to deliver typographic variety with fewer files and lower digital impact.

Driving Climate-Positive Action Through Design

While discussions around the environment can feel overwhelming, this project demonstrates how design can act as a catalyst for sustainability, showing how the creative decisions we make (such as typography) can influence environmental outcomes. Small technical decisions multiplied at scale have a large impact.

“Future Headlines is an exercise we use in our brand workshops — it felt like a natural framework to use in our collaboration with Monotype,” said Kar Yan Cheung, Director of Design Strategy at Bruce Mau Design.

Envisioning a More Sustainable Future

To bring the future headlines in Climate Chronicles to life, Monotype Executive Creative Directors selected Macklin™ Variable, a variable font superfamily of 54 styles that evokes newspaper headlines with attention-grabbing styles. This selection shows that environmentally conscious choices can act as a compelling storytelling component. It also illustrates the power of variable fonts in building harmonious, yet stylistic variety across the design canvas.

A creative decision to use fewer styles, smaller files, or variable fonts in general can add up to meaningful impact when evaluating energy use. Smarter font delivery and broader script support make typography more sustainable for everyone.

Typography may seem like a small piece of the puzzle, but its sustainability potential is significant and increasingly essential as digital ecosystems continue to expand. Perhaps the strongest impact a typeface can have on the environment is on the emotional appeal of the storytelling itself.

Inquisitive designers are always trying to push boundaries; it’s in our nature. Environmental design offers another touchpoint for that creative spirit. A typeface is kilobytes of encoded culture in a world of gigabyte media — by choosing and using typefaces with intention, typography becomes a subtle but serious climate tool,” said Phil Garnham, Executive Creative Director at Monotype. “Timeless type design is, in many ways, ecological design.”

News-wise, we are overwhelmed by dystopian narratives about the climate crisis. Without hopeful, creative visions of what’s possible, we risk collective paralysis. We wanted to explore what it might feel like to encounter positive news about what our lives could be like if we addressed climate change. If we can’t imagine the future we want, we can’t possibly get there,” said Laura Stein, Chief Creative Officer at Bruce Mau Design.

Explore Hot & Wet and Climate Chronicle. Hear more from Monotype and Bruce Mau Designs on the Creative Characters podcast.

About Monotype
Monotype creates brands that matter with type, technology, and expertise. The company partners with leading foundries to deliver the broadest inventory of high-quality typefaces in the world.  

Further information is available at www.monotype.com. Follow Monotype on XInstagram, and LinkedIn.  

Monotype is a trademark of Monotype Imaging Inc. registered in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and may be registered in certain other jurisdictions.    

About Bruce Mau Design.
Bruce Mau Design (BMD) is a multidisciplinary brand and design studio. At BMD, we are here to move organizations forward, enabling them to achieve their most ambitious goals. Whether we are creating brand identities, digital or physical spaces, we make design one of the most powerful instruments of change.

Media Contacts
Charlotte Simcock   
Head of Global Public Relations for Monotype – Global 
Charlotte.Simcock@monotype.com

Brynne Hitten  
ThoughtLDR for Monotype  
brynne.hitten@thoughtldr.com / monotype@thoughtldr.com 

Tanja Koschade 
KOSCHADE PR for Monotype – DACH 
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Entergy Sponsors the 52nd Bayou Classic, Empowering Vulnerable Communities Through Active Engagement

Entergy recently sponsored the 52nd Bayou Classic, a celebration honoring the rich heritage and legacy of America’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). As part of our commitment to education and community support, we contributed $100,000 — $50,000 each for Southern University and A&M College and Grambling State University.

Entergy is proud to continue our longstanding collaboration with HBCUs, through which we have created more opportunities for students to thrive. Our commitment to powering life extends beyond providing energy; it embodies our dedication to uplifting the communities we serve.

The Bayou Classic not only highlights exceptional athletic talent but also pays homage to the enduring traditions, achievements and contributions of HBCUs to American society. It also serves as an opportunity to spread awareness to fan goers about the essential programs Entergy provides to help uplift our communities.

At the Bayou Classic Fan Festival, Entergy’s Consumer Advocacy and Programs team hosted an engaging booth for The Power to Care, attracting thousands of fans from the region.  Joined by Entergy lineworkers from across Southeast Louisiana, we shared the inspiring story of The Power to Care and explained how the program provides emergency bill payment assistance to our most vulnerable customers, including older adults and individuals with disabilities. 

“Our booth activation played a crucial role in raising awareness of The Power to Care program, effectively demonstrating how donations have a direct and positive impact on the vulnerable customers we serve in our communities,” said Sandra Diggs-Miller, Entergy’s vice president of consumer advocacy and programs. “Engaging with attendees allowed us to share real stories of those who benefit from our assistance, highlighting the essential support we provide to individuals in need. We are committed to expanding our efforts to make a lasting difference in the lives of our customers.” 

With over 200,000 attendees each year, the Bayou Classic offers unique opportunities to showcase New Orleans and Louisiana on a national stage. Entergy’s sponsorship not only supports education but also fosters economic growth for the local community by increasing tourism and generating revenue for local businesses. 

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HealthWell Foundation Ranked #17 on Forbes’ 2025 List of America’s Top 100 Charities


The Foundation Was Also Recognized for Its


100 Percent Fundraising Efficiency

GERMANTOWN, Md., Dec. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The HealthWell Foundation®, an independent non-profit that provides financial assistance for inadequately insured Americans, is honored to be ranked #17 on the 2025 Forbes list of America’s Top 100 Charities and to be recognized as one of only eight charities nationwide to achieve a 100 percent fundraising efficiency rating.

The HealthWell Foundation’s mission is to reduce financial barriers to care for underinsured patients with chronic or life-altering diseases. Over the past two decades, the Foundation has provided over $4.8 billion in financial support through more than 1.8 million grants to access life-changing, often lifesaving, medications and treatments patients otherwise would not be able to afford.

“We are truly honored to receive this prestigious ranking from Forbes and to be included in the company of so many worthy charities. This recognition would not be possible without the continued trust and generosity of our dedicated individual and corporate donors. We are deeply grateful for your continued support and for recognizing our ongoing commitment to assisting more than one million patients with compassion, care, and integrity. As long as there are patients in need, we remain steadfast in carrying out our mission and expanding our impact for those who need us,” said HealthWell Foundation President and Chief Executive Officer, Michael Heimall, FACHE.

As the season of giving is upon us, HealthWell knows there are many choices when it comes to charitable giving and hopes that you will consider us worthy of a year-end donation. Your donation is put to work immediately to assist underinsured patients who would otherwise forgo life-changing, often lifesaving, medical treatments due to cost. Since 2003, we have assisted more than 1.1 million patients through our program. Your donation will help us continue to reduce financial barriers to care for patients who have nowhere else to turn. To learn how you can support our life-changing work, visit us at: HealthWellFoundation.org/donate/.

About the HealthWell Foundation
A nationally recognized, independent non-profit organization founded in 2003 and a resource to the White House Cancer Moonshot Initiative, the HealthWell Foundation has served as a safety net across over 95 disease areas for more than 1.1 million underinsured patients. Since its inception, HealthWell has provided over $4.8 billion in financial support through more than 1.8 million grants to access life-changing medical treatments patients otherwise would not be able to afford. HealthWell provides financial assistance to adults and children facing medical hardship resulting from gaps in their insurance that cause out-of-pocket medical expenses to escalate rapidly; HealthWell assists with the treatment-related cost-sharing obligations of these patients. HealthWell ranked 17th on the 2025 Forbes list of America’s Top 100 Charities and was recognized for its 100 percent fundraising efficiency. For more information, visit HealthWellFoundation.org.

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Ginny Dunn
240-632-5309
ginny.dunn@healthwellfoundation.org

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Keeping Loved Ones Active and Healthy During the Holidays with VARON Oxygen Concentrators

NEW YORK, Dec. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The holiday season is a time for family, celebration, and cherished moments. For individuals who rely on respiratory support, maintaining energy and wellness can be a challenge amid busy schedules, colder weather, and seasonal changes. VARON highlights practical solutions to help families ensure their loved ones stay active, healthy, and engaged throughout the festive season.

Supporting Respiratory Health Through the Holidays

For many seniors and individuals with chronic respiratory conditions, having access to reliable oxygen therapy is essential. VARON oxygen concentrators provide reliable oxygen solution both at home and on the go, helping users maintain stamina, comfort, and independence. Families looking for oxygen concentrators for sale this season can explore devices designed to meet different lifestyles and activity levels.

For this year’s holiday specials, VARON is including a $30 gift card with every oxygen concentrator purchase, alongside a 20% sitewide discount and select models marked down by up to 40%. The added savings allow families to choose high-quality oxygen support while setting aside extra resources for holiday needs, travel, or caregiving essentials.

Strengthening Community Wellness Through the FOSSVI Partnership

In the spirit of giving, VARON has extended its holiday commitment beyond individual households—joining hands with FOSSVI (Fundación Obras Sociales de San Vicente, IAP) to strengthen respiratory care for some of Mexico’s most vulnerable communities.

Through this collaboration, VARON donated Serene 5 home oxygen concentrators to elderly residents and Sisters of the Hogar San Vicente and Santa Luisa Annex. These homes serve individuals who often face chronic respiratory challenges, and access to dependable oxygen therapy is essential to their comfort and daily well-being. The equipment provided by VARON is already helping residents breathe more easily, rest more peacefully, and experience a noticeable improvement in their overall quality of life.

This partnership reflects VARON’s belief that wellness should be accessible to every family and every community—not only during the holiday season, but throughout the year. The impactful collaboration with FOSSVI demonstrates how community support, combined with advanced respiratory technology, can transform lives and bring renewed comfort to those who have spent decades in service to others.

For more information about this partnership visit: VARON Mexico

A Thoughtful Holiday Gift

VARON has partnered with Kokorosa Studio to make wellness and creativity part of the same festive experience. For any purchase over $500, customers receive a free craft cutting machine, ideal for creating holiday cards, decorations, scrapbooks, and small DIY gifts. This combination allows families to integrate health and creativity, creating opportunities for shared moments with grandchildren or loved ones.

Best-Selling VARON Oxygen Concentrators for Holiday Wellness

VARON offers a range of home and portable oxygen concentrator machine to fit different lifestyles:

  • Serene 3L Premium Home Oxygen Concentrator – A reliable home oxygen concentrator, delivering 93 ± 3% oxygen at 1–3 L/min. Features include quiet operation, nebulizer function, and a large humidification bottle for comfortable therapy.
  • Serene 5L Home Oxygen Concentrator – Provides 93 ± 3% medical-grade oxygen at 0.5–5 L/min, FDA-approved, low-noise, and energy-efficient. Ideal for families seeking dependable home oxygen concentrators.
  • VP-8G Portable Oxygen Concentrator – Lightweight (4.37 lbs) and compact, delivering 1–8 L/min pulse flow. It allows users to enjoy mobility, indoor or outdoor activity, and safe travel during the holidays.
  • VP-6 Portable Oxygen Concentrator – Continuous flow from 1–6 L/min, with a built-in nebulizer and replaceable battery. Designed for everyday use, it provides steady oxygen support while promoting confidence and independence.

These VARON oxygen concentrators are chosen not only for their reliability but also for their ease of use, portability, and ability to help loved ones maintain an active lifestyle.

Order in Time for the Holidays

To ensure delivery before Christmas, VARON encourages customers to place their orders by December 20, 2025. Ordering early ensures both timely holiday gifting and uninterrupted respiratory support, giving recipients the comfort and confidence to fully enjoy the season.

Wellness, Comfort, and Love

VARON’s holiday offerings combine health, functionality, and family engagement. By supporting respiratory wellness and providing tools for creativity and shared experiences, VARON helps families celebrate a season that is both safe and joyful. With the right support, seniors and individuals with respiratory needs can participate fully in holiday traditions while staying healthy and energized.

For more information and guidance on oxygen support this holiday season, visit VARON website.

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