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LEEDS, England, January 28, 2026 /3BL/ – We are delighted to share that we have successfully achieved accreditation of our Integrated Management System (IMS) to ISO 9001 (Quality), ISO 14001 (Environmental Management), and ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety).

This accomplishment follows a rigorous external audit conducted by Alcumus ISOQAR, a UKAS accredited ISO certification body—giving independent, nationally recognised assurance of our systems and performance.

Our accreditation reflects the drive, professionalism, and commitment to excellence shown by our entire team in delivering high quality services, operating responsibly, and ensuring the health, safety, and wellbeing of our people and stakeholders.

“This is a fantastic milestone as we continue to grow with quality, sustainability, and safety at the core of everything we do,” said Alex Ferguson, CEO of Antea Group UK. “Achieving accreditation across all three of these standards demonstrates our commitment to robust management systems that support our people, our clients, and the communities we serve.”

“This accreditation is a testament to the collective effort across the business,” said Kelvin Hughes, Technical Director at Antea Group UK, who led the accreditation process. “It reflects the professionalism of our team and our shared commitment to delivering high-quality services while operating responsibly and prioritising health, safety, and environmental performance.”

This achievement marks an important step in Antea Group UK’s continued growth, reinforcing its commitment to excellence, responsible operations, and continuous improvement as part of the wider Antea Group.

About Antea Group UK

Antea Group is an international engineering and environmental consulting firm specializing in full-service solutions in the fields of environment, infrastructure, urban planning and water. By combining strategic thinking and multidisciplinary perspectives with technical expertise and pragmatic action, we do more than effectively solve client challenges; we deliver sustainable results for a better future. With more than 3,250 employees in over 100 offices around the world, we serve clients ranging from global energy companies and manufacturers to national governments and local municipalities. Learn more: www.anteagroup.uk.

Join us to meet Josiah Lessie, the sole NYC winner of the first annual Nourishing Narratives mobile film competition and screen his award-winning film. This event is open to the media, with RSVPs required. The evening will include a live Q&A, salad tasting, and photo opportunities.

When: Wednesday, January 28, 2026 – doors open 9:30, event starts promptly at 10 AM – 11 AM

Where: P77K
62 Park Place
Brooklyn, NY 11217

Who and What:

Josiah Lessie is a student at P77K, a NYC District 75 public school that serves students with developmental differences. He has a passion for cooking and a mission to share what he’s learned. Through his school’s farmers market program, Josiah discovered hydroponics and developed his own basil salad dressing recipe, made with fresh basil grown on-site, which quickly became a favorite among classmates and staff. To tell his story for the Nourishing Narratives competition, Josiah used assistive technology to narrate his film, allowing him to express himself in a way that felt true and comfortable. Josiah entered the competition to show other students with developmental differences what’s possible when they share their voice.

• To celebrate his film, school partner Green Bronx Machine donated to Josiah and P77K a Mobile Classroom Kitchen enabling Josiah and his classmates to expand their capacity to grow food and produce dressing.
• On January 28, 2026, Green Bronx Machine Founder, Stephen Ritz, will announce that P77K will be awarded a multi-year grant enabling them to have complete year-round food production capabilities to facilitate the development and debut of the first NYC DOE NYS Farmers Market to be run in partnership and compliance with NYS Ag Department.
• As a result, students and teachers will be trained to be fully compliant with NYS, grow and sell products onsite, accept cash, credit cards, electronic benefits, health bucks, and serve their community weekly. Proceeds will go to support and employ graduates of the program in a virtuous cycle and enable them to be paid to train their peers at other schools citywide.

This unique partnership is the first of its kind in NYC, designed to be replicable statewide and the result of a long-term relationship between P77K staff, students, administration and Green Bronx Machine, with the film event made possible by the Mosaic Film Experience and Newman’s Own Foundation, who provided both funding and capacity support. Josiah’s ongoing success and national recognition subsequently became the catalyst for developing evergreen programming that serves the best interests of students, the school, and the community at large while addressing food insecurity, workforce development, and 21st-century opportunities in a multi-tiered, add-value capacity. Through Green Bronx Machine, the school will receive training, indoor growing technology, cash registers, computers, scanners, scales, packaging equipment, even a chicken coop to grow and gather eggs, all of which will be used to open a weekly market serving the entire community, and of course, featuring Josiah’s famous dressing.

• “We could not be prouder of Josiah and the entire school community,” exclaimed P77K Principal Ebony Russell, “and we are so grateful for all the support from Mosaic Film Experience, Newman’s Own Foundation, and Green Bronx Machine for their support. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity and we intend to maximize it to our fullest.”
• “OMG – I still can’t believe I won,” added student Josiah Lessie, “I never knew people were interested. I’m excited to bring my salad dressing and grow more vegetables for the whole world. Thanks everyone and I hope you come to the event.”
• “We are still bathing in the glory and dealing with all the excitement,” added P77K teacher Katherine Marte. “Josiah worked so hard, and to see him recognized like this is so inspiring and rewarding for all of us. The support has been amazing and to think that we will be the first school in NYC to have this experience is an incredibly motivating factor for the students and for me as a teacher as well!”
• “Food education can teach our children to grow nourishing food, nurture creativity and passion, and plant the seeds of change that positively transform communities,” said Mayor’s Office of Food Policy Executive Director Kate MacKenzie. “We’re proud of Josiah and P77K and are excited to see this partnership with Green Bronx Machine help our students flourish.”
• “Josiah’s story is a powerful example of what happens when young people are given the tools and platform to share their stories,” said Skot Welch, Founder and President of Mosaic Film Experience. “We believe storytelling belongs to everyone and Josiah’s film shows us how confidence can grow when students are supported. We’re honored to partner with P77K and proud to see Nourishing Narratives open doors for student storytellers like Josiah.”
• “Paul Newman believed deeply in nourishing and transforming the lives of children and that mission continues to guide our work today,” said Alex Amouyel, President and CEO of Newman’s Own Foundation. “Through Nourishing Narratives, we’re proud to elevate youth voices on food justice and to partner with Mosaic Film Experience to bring these important stories, and student storytellers, to the forefront of national conversations.”
• “Today we celebrate endless possibilities. Green Bronx Machine could not be more excited to celebrate and support the entire P77K community. We’ve grown this together.” Stated Green Bronx Machine Founder, Stephen Ritz, “From the moment we met the staff, Josiah, and his classmates, we were in love and KNEW this was a special community and Green Bronx Machine was determined to make epic happen.” Ritz added: “We could not have done this and gotten JoJo and the school to this point without the love and support of our friends at Newman’s Own Foundation who encouraged us to dream big, plan systemically.” Ritz concluded: “This project represents something far bigger than the sum of its parts and serves as the power of example; but at its core, speaks to the very foundations of who we all are, why we all do the work we do, along with the inclusion and opportunities every child needs and deserves. What a moment! The best is yet to come and Green Bronx Machine is so proud to be a part of it!”

About P77K:

P77K is an inclusive and dynamic environment where students are empowered to achieve their fullest potential in literacy, communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking. It is an interconnected world where students have the skills and confidence for successful social-emotional, academic, and community interactions and where every teacher is equipped with the skills and strategies to ensure that every child has opportunity to succeed regardless of their background or educational abilities.

P77K focuses upon rigorous instruction, student safety, and building independent members of the community through work-based learning programs including the P77K Farmers’ Market, which teaches students to grow, harvest, and provide fresh produce to the local community. Every student at P77K is offered the opportunity to work in our P77K Garden and hydroponics lab, which has increased student engagement and learning across all content areas.

About Mosaic Film Experience:

Founded in 2012 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the Mosaic Film Experience (MFE) is a 501(c)(3) organization that reimagines students’ pathways to emerging and creative industries through innovative education and workforce development experiences, by connecting students directly with industry-leading professionals, hands-on projects, and interactive workshops. Mosaic Mobile bridges the gap between classroom learning and evolving careers. In an era when storytelling and digital media skills are essential, another way Mosaic prepares students for the future and empowers them to express their own unique voices. For more information, visit https://www.mosaicfilmexperience.com.

About Newman’s Own Foundation:

Newman’s Own Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation whose mission is to nourish and transform the lives of children who face adversity. The Foundation continues Paul Newman’s commitment to use all the money that it receives—100% of the profits and royalties—from the sale of Newman’s Own products in service of its mission. Through the efforts of Paul Newman and Newman’s Own, over $625 million has been given to social impact organizations since 1982. Today, Newman’s Own Foundation grantee partners promote nutritious food in schools, advance Indigenous food justice, and through SeriousFun Children’s Network, create medically inclusive camp experiences. Learn more at https://newmansown.org.

About Nourishing Narratives: 

Nourishing Narratives is a mobile film competition open to any youth (13-18 years old) in the United States. To enter, youth create a film up to three minutes in length that is shot, edited, and submitted via mobile devices. Each film must include a the theme, prop, and saying. The goal of this competition is to inspire youth to explore innovative solutions, showcase the impact of organizations and individuals, and reimagine what a just, equitable, and fair food system for all looks like. Learn more at https://www.nourishing-narratives.com.

About Green Bronx Machine:

Green Bronx Machine is an award-winning, nationally acclaimed non-profit that builds healthy, equitable, and resilient communities through inspired education, local food systems, and 21st Century workforce development. Dedicated to cultivating minds and harvesting hope, their school-based model incorporates urban agriculture and Tower Garden technology supported by their whole-school curriculum aligned to key school performance indicators to grow high performing schools and happy, healthy children. Green Bronx Machine transforms once marginalized communities into neighborhoods that are inclusive and thriving. For more information, visit www.greenbronxmachine.org.

Contact Information:

Name: Assistant Principal Tahirah Francois-Thomas
Email: TFrancoisthomas@schools.nyc.gov
Phone Number: 516-329-1051

Name: William Petrowitz
Email: wpetrowitz@schools.nyc.gov
Phone Number: 631-517-0328

Stephen Ritz
stephen.ritz@greenbronxmachine.org
917.873.6449

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The conversation about decarbonization has shifted from “how?” to “how fast?” Electrification is a critical catalyst in the race to net zero, providing one of the most effective levers available for carbon reduction. But what is electrification, exactly? At its core, electrification involves replacing equipment and systems that burn fossil fuels with solutions powered by electricity generated from renewable sources.

An electrified world isn’t just a futuristic vision: The technologies and innovations to achieve it are here today. Trane Technologies and its strategic brands, Trane® and Thermo King®, are leveraging electric technologies across comfort systems, the cold chain and industrial processes. Deploying these innovations is helping accelerate decarbonization, increase energy security and deliver measurable business value.

VIDEO: What is Electrification? – Trane Technologies

Why is electrification important?

When industries, businesses and communities electrify, they are replacing outdated technologies that need fossil fuels to function with systems that run on clean, emissions-free electric power. The benefits include lower greenhouse gas emissions, greater energy efficiency and improved resilience in the face of rising energy costs.

Electricity for these systems can come from multiple renewable sources — like wind, solar or hydropower — which displace combustion-based power and cut dependence on fossil fuels. As the electric grid itself becomes cleaner, the benefits of electrification compound over time.

While electrification and energy efficiency are related, they are distinct decarbonization levers. Energy efficiency ensures that systems use less power overall, while electrification shifts energy demand from fossil fuels to renewable electricity. Together, they help companies reduce costs, consumers save on energy bills and communities move towards a net-zero future.

Electrification strengthens sustainability and the bottom line

Businesses face mounting pressure to cut emissions, satisfy sustainability standards and protect operations from volatile fuel costs. Electrification addresses all of these needs, creating an array of benefits across the value chain such as:

• Reduced pollution and climate impacts: Heating, cooling and transport systems that run on clean electricity can reduce or eliminate combustion emissions, which contribute to poor air quality and climate change. At scale, these reductions will drive measurable progress toward global climate goals.
   
• Increased operational flexibility: Electrified assets integrate with energy storage technologies and advanced controls, allowing facilities to mitigate fluctuating energy prices in real time while decreasing operations costs with tools like predictive maintenance and thermal management systems. The result is a lower total lifetime cost of ownership, and enhanced energy security and resilience.
   
• Regulatory and market advantages: Customers, investors and regulators increasingly reward companies that embed sustainability into strategy. A robust electrification roadmap demonstrates leadership in this arena, while potentially increasing access to capital and attracting talent focused on building careers with sustainable companies.

Electrification in action

From comfort systems and transport refrigeration to industrial manufacturing processes, electrification is accelerating decarbonization and adding value across industries. Here are some real-world examples of how electrification is impacting both sustainability outcomes and the bottom line.

A 100% renewable-powered manufacturing campus

At Trane Technologies’ La Crosse, Wisconsin, campus, engineers replaced a combustion-powered boiler system with heat pumps and thermal batteries. The electrified system now provides both heating and cooling without burning fossil fuels, cutting annual energy use by 30%. As of October 2024, the plant is powered by 100% renewable electricity, reducing emissions and costs, as well as exposure to volatile fuel prices.

Zero-emissions refrigerated transport in South Africa

Thermo King’s AxlePower system captures kinetic energy from trailer wheels, stores it in a battery and uses the recovered energy to power an electrified refrigerated transport unit. In a 2024 pilot with retailer Woolworths and logistics partner DP World, the zero-emissions technology kept food cold during long stops, eliminated diesel motor noise and avoided an estimated 20 tons of CO2 annually.

Electrification equals savings for an urban office complex

New York City’s 55 Water Street — a 3.5-million-square-foot complex with its own ZIP code — converted to an electrified integrated thermal management system that stores power at night, and uses it during the day, reducing energy use intensity by nearly 20% while saving $1.5 million in operating costs each year. The upgrades earned over $14 million in tax credits and rebates from the city and local utility company.

What is electrification’s next frontier? 

The next chapter of electrification is unfolding in hard-to-abate sectors like heavy industry, where the need for high-temperature production processes and continuous uptime has tied operations to fossil fuels. But new electrification technologies are unlocking both emissions reductions and stronger business performance in these arenas.

In the meantime, electrification paired with smart technology and AI is opening the door to cleaner, smarter and more resilient operations across business sectors.

Breaking down barriers to industrial decarbonization 

Electrification is rapidly scaling in high-load, energy-intensive industrial arenas, reducing emissions while increasing energy savings and resilience. Early adopters are proving that high-temperature electric heat pumps can supply energy at the temperatures needed for crucial industrial sectors like data centers, food manufacturing and pharmaceuticals.

This technology is already being leveraged: In the Netherlands, pharmaceutical giant Organon transitioned to an electrified thermal management system for the production process at its largest plant, saving the equivalent of 243,000 cubic meters of gas annually.

AI-powered electrification benefits

Electrified equipment delivers its full value only when it knows how best to run. Trane Technologies’ acquisition of BrainBox AI is unlocking the next wave of smart, AI-enabled electrification benefits. Cloud-based controls and AI optimization “set it and let it be smart,” automatically shifting loads to off-peak hours, and prioritizing onsite solar, battery power or recovered heat. That translates into both sustainability and cost savings, including reduced energy use, better predictive maintenance and increased uptime.

People will power the transition

The demand is growing for talented people who can help push the electrification transformation forward. From electricians who install electric heat pumps to software developers who refine algorithms, demand for talent engaged in electrification efforts is soaring. In Trane Technologies’ early careers programs as well as on-the-job training, we’re preparing a workforce that is ready to build a decarbonized, electrified economy.

Electrification is transforming the built environment. We are no longer asking “what is electrification,” but “how can we electrify faster?” And every kilowatt of energy that we electrify brings us closer to helping our customers avoid 1 billion metric tons of emissions by 2030 in our Gigaton Challenge.

The case studies we’ve featured above prove that sustainability and profitability are not trade-offs, but impact multipliers. By designing for electrification today, we create the agility to thrive tomorrow, amid policy change, market disruption and a warming world.

Join the electrification revolution

Ready to help lead the charge on electrification? Explore careers that make an impact at Trane Technologies.

Learn more about how electrification accelerates sustainability progress across industries and around the globe.

NASHVILLE, Tenn., January 27, 2026 /3BL/ – United Way of Greater Nashville is proud to announce it has been awarded a $300,000 grant from Wells Fargo to support the Nashville Financial Empowerment Center (FEC). This significant philanthropic investment strengthens the FEC’s mission to provide free, one-on-one financial counseling for debt reduction, credit building, saving, and legacy planning—helping families achieve financial stability and resilience. The grant was disbursed in calendar year 2025 and is currently supporting FEC operations.

Wells Fargo and the Nashville FEC share a commitment to upward financial mobility for the community’s most vulnerable. This award supports the FEC’s operational capacity, ensuring continued access to personalized financial counseling that empowers individuals and families to build a stronger financial future.

In 2025, the Nashville FEC served 1,206 clients, conducted 2,906 counseling sessions, and helped reduce $7.6 million in debt while increasing savings by $1.5 million. These efforts create financially resilient families and a more equitable financial system for all. To view the full impact, please refer to the attached overview. (I will attach FEC Report Card)

Many FEC clients are Asset-Limited, Income Constrained, Employed (ALICE). In Davidson County, 41% of residents are considered below the ALICE threshold. Learn more from an ALICE FEC client here.

“Building wealth starts with a solid plan, and our Financial Empowerment Center is here to help every Nashvillian get there. Whether you’re looking to pay down debt, boost your credit, or start planning for your family’s future, the FEC offers the expert coaching you need to grow your money. Thanks to Wells Fargo’s support, we’re making it easier than ever for our neighbors to take control of their finances and build a legacy,” said Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell.

“The Nashville Financial Empowerment Center plays a vital role in helping families strengthen their financial opportunities,” said Ruby Fenton, Senior Assistant Vice President for Philanthropy and Community Impact for Wells Fargo. “This Wells Fargo grant will further expand the Center’s reach and create greater pathways to economic advancement for individuals across Greater Nashville.”

“This philanthropic investment from Wells Fargo is more than a financial contribution-it’s a commitment to building lasting economic resilience in Davidson County,” said Brandee Davis- Douglas, Director, Economic & Financial Mobility, United Way of Greater Nashville. “By strengthening the Financial Empowerment Center’s capacity, we’re ensuring that families have access to the tools and guidance they need to break cycles of debt, grow savings, and create generational wealth. Together, we’re laying the foundation for a more equitable future for our community.

Contact: Brandee Davis-Douglas

Director, Economic & Financial Mobility

United Way of Greater Nashville

250 Venture Circle, Nashville, TN 37228

Office: 615-780-2471

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NORTHAMPTON, Mass., January 27, 2026 /3BL/ – 3BL announced today the launch of an upgraded content editor that empowers communications teams to tell richer, more engaging stories. The new editor supports embedded video, interactive elements, and enhanced formatting—giving customers the tools they need to create compelling multimedia content while maintaining the same intuitive publishing workflow they rely on.

Research shows that multimedia content drives significantly higher engagement than text alone. With this editor upgrade, 3BL customers can now embed images directly into stories, add interactive data visualizations, and use enhanced formatting to guide readers through complex narratives—all while distributing seamlessly across 3BL’s network of 79 partner sites.

“Our customers are increasingly focused on creating content that’s more compelling, more human, and more engaging,” said Brittany Partridge, Senior Product Manager at 3BL. “This editor upgrade gives them the creative flexibility they’ve been asking for and strengthens the foundation for future enhancements to how stories can be distributed across our network.”

The new editor is now live and available at no additional cost to all 3BL customers. For more information or to see the editor in action, visit https://3bl.com/contact/ or contact your account representative.

About

3BL is the leading sustainability and social impact communications partner, connecting organizations’ stories of purpose and progress with the audiences who matter most.

3BL partners with over 1,500 companies — from global corporations and mid-sized enterprises to NGOs and nonprofits — to elevate their reputations as players in the world of responsible business. We do this through unrivaled news and content distribution, bespoke storytelling support, and our digital media division, TriplePundit.

CENTENNIAL, Colo., January 27, 2026 /3BL/ – Arrow Electronics, Inc. (NYSE:ARW) has been named for the 26^th time to Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies list, ranked among the top companies in the “Wholesalers: Electronics and Office Equipment” category. Arrow was recognized for high performance in areas including financial soundness and quality of products/services.

The World’s Most Admired Companies list is based on input from thousands of executives, directors and members of the financial community.

About Arrow Electronics

Arrow Electronics (NYSE:ARW) sources and engineers technology solutions for thousands of leading manufacturers and service providers. With global 2024 sales of $28 billion, Arrow’s portfolio enables technology across major industries and markets. Learn more at arrow.com.

Media Contact
Arrow Electronics, Inc.
John Hourigan
jhourigan@arrow.com

Source: Arrow Electronics

Key Points

• Jordan Boon leads with a people‑first mindset, focusing on listening, inclusion and developing others.
• His career at Marathon spans engineering, planning and operations, culminating in his role as operations superintendent.
• He is highly involved in community outreach, mentoring students and supporting programs that encourage future engineers.

For Jordan Boon, operations superintendent at Marathon Petroleum’s Canton, Ohio, refinery, leadership is about more than meeting production goals. It’s about listening, learning and helping others grow. It’s a role that combines people, process and performance, and Boon takes pride in helping his team, the refinery, and Marathon succeed.

“Everyone’s voice here matters, and leadership trusts me to make sure we’re aligned,” Boon said. “That trust goes both ways, and it’s something I never take lightly.”

Boon started his career through Marathon’s intern/co-op program while attending The Ohio State University. While earning a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering, he completed two rotations with Marathon that gave him a strong foundation and showed him this was a place full of opportunity. He has held several roles, including unit engineer for the Fluid Catalytic Cracking (FCC) unit, which converts heavier oils into lighter fuels like gasoline. He also spent time working with the Economics and Planning organization, where he helped evaluate production strategies and market trends to guide day-to-day operating decisions. He later moved into operations, first as an operations excellence specialist and now as operations superintendent, working directly with people at every level of the refinery.

“Much of my day does involve working with our operators, tackling challenges together and collaborating with other teams across the refinery,” Boon said. “Something else I really enjoy is training. I oversee both new and continuing training for our field and board operators.”

That people-first approach has earned Boon a reputation as a culture builder at the Canton refinery. It’s something he says comes naturally in a place that already feels like family.

“He listens, puts others first and looks for ways to make the people on his team better.”

“As cliché as it sounds, the family aspect here is real,” he said. “Being part of a smaller, close-knit refinery means I know people across departments, including many of our contractors. When the relationships are genuine, the work is better, and life’s a little easier.”

That genuine, people-first approach has not gone unnoticed by his peers.

“Since the first day I met Jordan, he has always had a team-oriented mindset. He listens, puts others first and looks for ways to make the people on his team better,” said Rob Dugan, Process Engineering Manager at Marathon’s refinery in Robinson, Illinois, who worked closely with Boon during his time at the Canton facility. “He has a calm, steady way of tackling even the toughest situations. When things get hectic, he does not just take charge; he jumps in beside you. He brings a contagious energy that uplifts everyone, and somehow makes you feel more confident just by being there. That is why people trust him.”

When asked what being a culture builder means to him, Boon doesn’t hesitate to answer.

“To me, it’s about inclusion. I try to make sure everyone feels heard, even if we disagree,” said Boon. “Most of the time, the best solution lies somewhere in the middle. When people feel heard, they feel valued, and valued people are the ones who build the culture.”

Boon’s impact reaches far beyond the refinery gates. Deeply involved in the community, he credits the guidance and encouragement he received from his mentors along the way for inspiring his passion for giving.

“I didn’t get here on my own,” he said. “The best way to show gratitude is to be part of someone else’s story, even in a small way.”

Two volunteer experiences stand out most to him. The first is recruiting the next generation of engineers, something personal to Boon after receiving his own break following a meaningful conversation with a Marathon employee early on in his career.

“Every time I visit The Ohio State University’s (OSU) campus, I think about that moment and how I can recreate it for someone else,” he said.

He spent two years volunteering on the OSU recruiting team at the Canton refinery before becoming a lead recruiter in 2021. Since then, he has partnered with student groups to organize campus recruiting events, plan informal meetups, and host refinery visits for more than 50 students.

The second is his work with youth through the Stark County Minority Business Association. Boon was invited to support the Youth Entrepreneur Program, where students turn their ideas into real business models. He mentors them on how STEM fits into the business world and how it can strengthen the ideas they are developing.

“Seeing the looks on their faces when they realize someone who looks like them once stood in their shoes is what it’s all about,” he said.

Boon’s motivation at work is also grounded in helping others reach their potential. Peers and refinery leaders see Boon’s passion for developing others in everything he does, describing him as a steady, humble leader who puts people and growth first.

“Jordan is passionate and driven, but it is never about recognition. It is about helping the whole team win,” said Michael Moore, Area Team Manager at the Canton refinery. “I have watched him grow from an intern to a tech services engineer who mastered every unit he touched, then transition into an economics role and now into his position as superintendent. Not everyone can make the shift from technical expert to people leader, but Jordan has done it with grit and determination. People trust him because he listens first, adapts quickly and brings out the best in those around him.”

Boon and his wife recently celebrated four years of marriage and welcomed their daughter, Raelee, who is named after both of their grandmothers. Boon was born in Ohio and spent part of his childhood in South Carolina. He also officiates high school and Division II and III college football in his free time.

Tapestry recently recognized rising talent through its annual Golden Thread Awards. As one of the most meaningful ways Tapestry celebrates its people, the program highlights corporate employees across Tapestry, Coach and Kate Spade at the Senior Manager level and below who bring new ideas to the table, and positively influence company culture.

This year, nearly 100 employees across North America, Europe, Middle East, Africa and Asia were honored. Each region designed its own celebration experience to feel relevant and authentic to local teams, however the purpose remained the same: to acknowledge the people whose work and perspectives are driving the business forward.

In North America, winners gathered at the company’s headquarters in New York City for a day of recognition that began with a visit to The Edge, the highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere, an intentional choice for a cohort whose influence and potential continue to rise. The visit was followed by a luncheon with their managers and members of Tapestry’s Executive Committee, including CEO Joanne Crevoiserat, who personally handed out certificates and messages of congratulations. Managers also had the opportunity to share examples of how these associates challenge teams every day to think differently, strengthen collaboration, and turn strategy into action.

With more than 18,000 associates across nearly 60 countries, this prestigious recognition reinforces a simple message: Tapestry’s people power its success and help its brands stay connected to consumers around the world. 

CLEVELAND, January 27, 2026 /3BL/ – KeyBank Community Development Lending and Investment (CDLI) provided a $10.1 million construction loan on behalf of Chicanos Por La Causa (CPLC) to finance the acquisition and rehabilitation of Casa del Pueblo, a 9% LIHTC, 96-unit fully subsidized senior affordable housing property in Tucson, Arizona. 

All the units are one bedroom and restricted to 40% area median income (AMI). The units are 100% occupied and the current tenants will not be displaced. Casa del Pueblo was originally constructed in two phases, one building in 1997 with 58 units and the other in 2011 with 38. The buildings feature three community rooms, fitness equipment, a computer room, lawn space with picnic area and a ramada with a barbecue. Services from the CPLC Healthy Aging program, such as congregate meals and health resources, are available for Casa del Pueblo residents to foster social, emotional, mental, and physical well-being.

CPLC is a non profit community development corporation with a 56-year history of empowering lives through more than 30 different programs across Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, and Texas, including efforts in affordable housing and community development with over 3,000 units under management. KeyBank CDLI closed a different construction loan for CPLC in early 2025. 

Matthew Haas from KeyBank CDLI structured the construction financing. Permanent financing was provided by the City of Tucson through HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME) Funds, the State of Arizona through the Arizona Housing Trust Fund, and Rocky Mountain Community Reinvestment Corporation (RMCRC). The National Equity Fund (NEF) provided LIHTC equity. 

About KeyBank Community Development Lending and Investment

KeyBank Community Development Lending and Investment (CDLI) finances projects that stabilize and revitalize communities across all 50 states. As one of the top affordable housing capital providers in the country, KeyBank’s platform brings together construction, acquisition, bridge-to-re-syndication, and preservation loans, as well as lines of credit, Agency and HUD permanent mortgage executions, and equity investments for low-income housing projects, especially Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) financing. KeyBank has earned 11 consecutive “Outstanding” ratings on the Community Reinvestment Act exam, from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, making it the first U.S. national bank among the 25 largest to do so since the Act’s passage in 1977.

About KeyCorp

KeyCorp’s roots trace back more than 200 years to Albany, New York. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Key is one of the nation’s largest bank-based financial services companies, with assets of approximately $184 billion at December 31, 2025. 

Key provides deposit, lending, cash management, and investment services to individuals and businesses in 15 states under the name KeyBank National Association through a network of approximately 950 branches and approximately 1,200 ATMs. Key also provides a broad range of sophisticated corporate and investment banking products, such as merger and acquisition advice, public and private debt and equity, syndications and derivatives to middle market companies in selected industries throughout the United States under the KeyBanc Capital Markets trade name. For more information, visit https://www.key.com/. KeyBank Member FDIC. 

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NEW YORK, January 27, 2026 /3BL/ – Governance & Accountability Institute (G&A), a leading sustainability consulting and research firm, has issued a new reference guide: “European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) Reference Guide.” The new guide, which is available here, was updated by G&A to reflect revised standards expected to be approved by the European Commission in early 2026.

In response to concerns about reporting complexity and administrative burdens presented by the 2023 ESRS, the European Commission directed the European Financial Reporting Advisory Group (EFRAG) to streamline the ESRS. In December 2025, EFRAG delivered draft simplified standards that significantly reduce disclosure requirements for companies reporting under the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) while preserving information critical to understanding a company’s impacts, risks, and opportunities.

“While the final standards are still pending, the draft revisions offer insight into how ESRS reporting is evolving,” said Louis Coppola, CEO & Co-Founder at G&A Institute. “Our new guide is intended to help corporate sustainability teams apply the ESRS in a practical way and support consistent CSRD reporting, whether navigating the transition from the original standards or using the framework as a benchmark for internal reporting and preparedness.”

G&A’s newly updated ESRS Quick Reference Guide is a concise resource designed to support informed planning and decision-making for sustainability, finance, legal, and reporting teams. The guide includes:

• A structured overview of the cross-cutting and topical standards;
• All disclosure requirements across environment, social, and governance topics;
• How the simplified ESRS fit into the broader evolution of CSRD requirements.

Coppola added, “G&A is committed to helping organizations navigate the evolving requirements for corporate climate reporting in Europe. We are available to help sustainability teams meet reporting requirements and produce sustainability disclosures that follow best practices.”

G&A’s new ESRS Quick Reference Guide is available for download on the company website.

About G&A Institute, Inc.
Founded in 2006, Governance & Accountability Institute, Inc. (G&A) is a sustainability consulting and research firm headquartered in New York City. G&A helps corporate and investor clients recognize, understand, and develop winning strategies for sustainability and ESG issues to address stakeholder and shareholder concerns. G&A’s proprietary, comprehensive full-suite process for sustainability reporting is designed to help organizations achieve sustainability leadership in their industry and sector and maximize return on investment for sustainability initiatives.

Since 2011, G&A has been building and expanding a comprehensive database of corporate sustainability reporting data based on analysis of thousands of ESG and sustainability reports to help steer strategy for our clients and improve their disclosure and reporting. More information is available on our website at ga-institute.com.

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