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Anne Partmann, Refining Environmental Supervisor at the Martinez Renewables facility, combines her passion for nature with her role in environmental compliance.Her career journey began with a childhood fascination of nature, leading to a degree in Geological and Earth Sciences and finding her profession in environmental compliance.Partmann finds inspiration and fulfillment in sustainability, community involvement and the opportunity to be part of pioneering efforts in renewable diesel production.

Anne Partmann’s journey into the world of environmental science is a testament to her passion for nature and her dedication to understanding the natural world. As the Refining Environmental Supervisor at the Martinez Renewables facility in Martinez, California, she’s committed to bridging the gap between science and business.

Partmann’s fascination with science began as a child in Northern California.

“I have always been interested in nature and science,” said Partmann. “My family took us camping a lot in Yosemite National Park, Sequoia National Park and Kings Canyon National Park. I loved being out in nature.”

This early exposure to the wonders of the natural world laid the foundation for her future career. Her passion transitioned into an academic pursuit during her college years at the University of California, Santa Cruz.

“I really enjoyed the earth science and geology classes and all the classes that were focused on understanding the natural world around us,” said Partmann.

“Coupling her love for the environment and people, her integrity and her technical critical thinking skills have made Anne stand out as an exemplary person inside the fence line and out in the community.”

This academic curiosity led her to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences. After graduation, she began her career in environmental consulting and focused on soil and groundwater remediation. Her primary clients were refineries, which eventually led her to join Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) in 2018. As part of the environmental department at the Martinez Renewables facility, Partmann plays a crucial role in maintaining the facility’s environmental compliance with all environmental rules, regulations and permits covering air, water and waste.

“Anne is a pivotal person responsible for the success of the Martinez Renewables facility,” said MPC’s Manager of Refining Environmental West Coast Amber Larsen. “Coupling her love for the environment and people, her integrity and her technical critical thinking skills have made Anne stand out as an exemplary person inside the fence line and out in the community.”

Partmann acts as a facilitator between MPC and regulatory bodies, working to ensure the facility operates within the bounds of its environmental permits.

Her colleagues commend her for her commitment to environmental stewardship, transparent communication and ability to build trust with those who have an interest in the facility’s operations.

“Drawing on her environmental expertise, Anne helps the team address difficult questions and gain a deeper understanding of the facility’s operations,” says Mike Magee, Manager of the Maintenance Department at Martinez Renewables. “Anne truly exemplifies all of Marathon’s core values in everything she does, leading by example and inspiring her team.”

Looking ahead, Partmann is excited about the future of the renewable energy sector.

“It’s an exciting time for MPC and our industry,” said Partmann.

The facility’s shift to producing renewable fuels presents new problems to solve, offering opportunities for growth and innovation. Partmann is particularly inspired by the industry’s focus on sustainability and the chance to be part of pioneering efforts in renewable diesel production. Partmann believes that growth comes from stepping out of one’s comfort zone and embracing challenges.

“It’s difficult to grow if you aren’t challenged. Getting out of your comfort zone is important,” said Partmann.

Beyond her professional responsibilities, Partmann is actively involved in her community. She serves on the board of the Lindsay Wildlife Experience, a museum and hospital that provides free veterinary care to native California wildlife. She is also a member of MPC’s Women’s employee network group, supporting initiatives that benefit both the community and the organization. Partmann hopes her work will contribute to the world as significantly as her experiences in nature have shaped her career.

With the AEG’s Coachella Valley Invitational underway, LA Galaxy players Edwin Cerrillo and Mauricio Cuevas took a break from pre-season matches on February 10, 2025, to meet with migrant students at Palm View Elementary School in Coachella, CA, as part of the school’s Migrant Education program. Hosted by the LA Galaxy Foundation, the event provided students with a unique day of mentorship and soccer skill-building.

During the event, Cerrillo and Cuevas participated in a heartfelt conversation with LA Galaxy broadcaster, Joe Tutino, where they shared their personal journeys from youth soccer to the professional stage, and discussed how they overcame the challenges they faced and stayed committed to their dreams.

“Today’s event was about fostering confidence and inspiring the next generation,” said Gabriel Osollo, Director, Community Relations and LA Galaxy Foundation. “By engaging with their role models in such a personal way, the students gained a sense of empowerment and encouragement to chase their dreams, while also improving their soccer skills.”

Following the panel, Martha Saucedo, Chief External Affairs Officer of AEG, presented the Coachella Valley Unified School District’s Migrant Program with a check donation in the amount of $5,000. After the presentation, Cerrillo and Cuevas led students through skill-building drills, sharing professional tips and providing hands-on coaching with the students.

The Coachella Valley Unified School District’s Migrant Program is dedicated to ensuring students from migrant families achieve academic excellence and graduate with a high school diploma. To learn more about the program, please click here.

The LA Galaxy Foundation, the 501(c)(3) organization associated with the LA Galaxy, is dedicated to assisting the community in which the team lives, works, and plays. LA Galaxy players, coaches, alumni and staff spend countless hours giving back to the community at local schools, hospitals, fields, and events. The LAGF continually strives to aid organizations that meet its mission of supporting and creating education, health, and soccer-related activities and programs for youth in the greater Los Angeles area. To learn more about the LA Galaxy Foundation, click here.

Product of the Year™ (POY) USA is the world’s largest consumer-voted award for product innovation. The purpose of the award is to guide consumers to the best products in their market and reward manufacturers for quality and innovation. Each year, POY accepts entries for consumer products that demonstrate advancement within their industries. The POY USA seal is backed by a survey of 40,000 people by Kantar, a global leader in product innovation research.

Congratulations to the Dial®, Persil®, and Schwarzkopf® brands for winning 2025 Product of the Year USA Awards!

Dial® Healthy Hydration Body Wash – Winner in the Body Wash Category

The new Dial® Healthy Hydration Body Wash offers a unique combination of deep cleansing and effective hydration. This innovative formula leaves skin feeling clean and soft after just one shower. Healthy Hydration Body Wash contains ingredients such as Shea Butter Extract, Coconut Milk, and Hyaluronic Acid. With 50% more moisturizing ingredients (compared to Dial® Spring Water Body Wash), Dial® Healthy Hydration supports the brand’s commitment to helping consumers feel confident and connected, all while “Dialing Up” their clean with every wash. Additionally, Dial® is proud to be Dermatologist Tested, PH Balanced, Paraben-Free and approved as cruelty free under the Leaping Bunny program. With a fresh lineup of launches for both men and women, Dial® brand is ready to resonate deeply with consumers and redefine the way they connect.

“It is an honor to have Dial® Healthy Hydration endorsed by Product of the Year as a 2025 winner for the Body Wash category,” said Allison Feldman, Vice President of Marketing at Henkel. “At Dial®, we’re committed to delivering products that not only give an undeniable clean but are also empowering. We learned from consumer insights that our audience is looking for body wash that provides both a thorough clean and effective hydration. We’re very proud of this new Healthy Hydration range that will make high-quality personal care products accessible to everyone. We are excited to utilize the widely recognized and credible Product of the Year seal within upcoming marketing and sales efforts to guide shoppers towards a choice that 40,000 real consumers have found reliable and innovative.”

Persil® Activewear Clean – Winner in the Laundry Category

Specifically designed for athletic wear while also working on all fabrics, Persil® Activewear Clean fights body

oil and sweat and eliminates odors, all while helping maintain fabric shape and stretch. The product is a first-of-its-kind variant for the brand, and was launched along with reimagined branding and additional variants in 2024.

“At Persil, we recognize that our consumers place high value in their clothes and, with the growth of athletic wear and synthetic clothing in recent years, we saw an opportunity to fill a gap in the laundry aisle and offer a solution for clothing that many people wear, day to day,” said Matt Kutnick, Marketing Director of Persil. “Persil Activewear Clean helps maintain the delicate shape and stretch of performance wear while helping keep whites and colors vibrant so consumers can look and feel their best, wash after wash. For us, it’s about providing a quality clean that also cares for the clothes our consumers love.”

Schwarzkopf® Keratin Root Permanent Color and Keratin Root Temporary Color & Thickening Spray – Winner in the Beauty Category

The Schwarzkopf® Keratin Root Permanent Color is a permanent color treatment that refreshes the root of the hair by providing 100% gray coverage in just 10 minutes, leaving hair looking strong and healthy. The Schwarzkopf® Keratin Root Permanent Color kit contains the brand’s exclusive bond enforcing system and a salon inspired 3-sided brush for precise application.

Schwarzkopf® Keratin Root Temporary Color & Thickening Spray with Keratin and Vitamin E is a temporary root color spray that instantly delivers up to 100% gray coverage and is scalp friendly. The formula is non-irritating and ammonia-free, and the non-sticky hold formula is delivered evenly and finely. This formulation helps ensure precise color application without mixing or mess that dries quickly and will wash out with your next shampoo.

“It is an honor to have Schwarzkopf® Keratin Root Permanent Color and Keratin Root Temporary Color & Thickening Spray endorsed by 2025 Product of the Year winners,” said Christopher McClement, Senior Vice President, Marketing at Henkel Consumer Brands USA. “Evolution has been constant as the Schwarzkopf® brand has grown over the last century and our new range of Keratin Root products are a result of continuous research and development in an effort to elevate the hair care products and formulas we provide to our consumers. We are proud that this distinction – and the widely-recognized Product of The Year red seal used in connection with our products – will now be a symbol to consumers of Schwarzkopf Keratin Root’s credible, reliable, and innovative hair color products, which they are sure to love.” 

CINCINNATI, February 14, 2025 /3BL/ – For the second consecutive year, Fifth Third has been named among the World’s Most Admired Companies™ by Fortune Magazine.

“It is a privilege to once again be named to Fortune’s list of Most Admired Companies,” said Tim Spence, chairman, CEO, and president of Fifth Third. “This recognition highlights how we deliver strong, consistent results for shareholders; reinvest in our communities; and create a culture where employees thrive.”

The magazine’s annual ranking of corporate reputation spotlights the best-regarded companies across more than 50 industries domestically and globally.

From a list of the 1,500 largest U.S. and global companies by revenue, the rankings are based upon a poll of more than 3,700 executives, directors and analysts administered by global management consulting firm Korn Ferry. Poll respondents rate companies in their own industries based upon nine criteria of corporate performance and reputation such as investment value, quality of management, social responsibility, and ability to attract talent.

Fifth Third is consistently recognized as a leader among banks. In 2024, Fifth Third was named “U.S. Best Super-Regional Bank” by Euromoney, and recognized as No 1. For Retail Banking Customer Satisfaction in Florida by JD Power. Fifth Third was also included on the following lists: Forbes’ “Best Customer Service,” Global Private Banker “Best Private Bank for High Net Worth Clients,” and Energage “Top Workplaces USA,” just to name a few.

About Fifth Third
Fifth Third is a bank that’s as long on innovation as it is on history. Since 1858, we’ve been helping individuals, families, businesses and communities grow through smart financial services that improve lives. Our list of firsts is extensive, and it’s one that continues to expand as we explore the intersection of tech-driven innovation, dedicated people and focused community impact. Fifth Third is one of the few U.S.-based banks to have been named among Ethisphere’s World’s Most Ethical Companies® for several years. With a commitment to taking care of our customers, employees, communities and shareholders, our goal is not only to be the nation’s highest performing regional bank, but to be the bank people most value and trust.

Fifth Third Bank, National Association is a federally chartered institution. Fifth Third Bancorp is the indirect parent company of Fifth Third Bank and its common stock is traded on the NASDAQ® Global Select Market under the symbol “FITB.” Investor information and press releases can be viewed at www.53.com. Deposit and credit products provided by Fifth Third Bank, National Association. Member FDIC.

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Originally published in Radius Recycling’s 2024 Sustainability Report

Recycling plays a crucial role in the sustainability efforts of any business.

Our 3PR™ Third Party Recycling services cater to the growing demand from companies, organizations, and other entities to enhance their recycling rates and materials recovery. The 3PR™ portfolio advances manufacturing and retail productivity, minimizes waste sent to landfills, and mitigates industrial carbon emissions for our partners.

Our comprehensive services examine the supply chains of retail, manufacturing, and industrial customers to identify and leverage materials recovery and recycling strategies for a growing array of material types. We deliver value to our customers through the income generated from recycling efforts, while also reducing the environmental impact of their activities. Through our diversified supply channels, we provide tailored recycling and logistical solutions that enable businesses to efficiently handle both post-industrial and post-consumer materials.

Helping The Home Depot® Advance Circularity

Since 2014, Radius has partnered with The Home Depot to support their goals around circularity and commitment to recycling and reuse. Our 3PR™ teams manage recycling programs across The Home Depot’s network for ferrous and nonferrous metals, cardboard, expanded polystyrene (EPS), and plastic film, helping to keep valuable materials out of landfills.

Railcar Parts Management with TTX Company (TTX)

With a fleet of more than 175,000 railcars throughout the U.S., Mexico and Canada, TTX is a critical part of North America’s transportation infrastructure. As a leader in railcar retirement services, Radius has supported TTX through management of its end-of-life railcar assets since 2008, and more recently by servicing 20 of the company’s railcar maintenance locations.

Through our comprehensive 3PR™ services, Radius not only recycles valuable metals from TTX end-of-life assets, but we extract usable rail parts and return them to the company for reconditioning and reuse. In the last five years alone, Radius has processed approximately 85,000 gross tons (GT) of railcar materials for TTX, ensuring valuable resources are responsibly recycled and remain at the center of the circular economy.

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In this episode, Suzanne Kuiper, Director and Global Coordinator, Circular Economy and Product Decarbonization, KPMG International, and Pedro Sao Simao, Lead, National Initiatives, Global Plastic Action Partnership, World Economic Forum discuss the implications of a global plastics treaty and dive into key insights and learnings from industry players across the plastics value chain, who have started to develop and implement circular solutions.

Click here to listen to Episode 32 of ESG voices

Over the next three decades, our world is projected to continue to urbanize. In fact, the share of people living in urban areas will increase from 56 percent (2021) to 68 percent by 2050, according to UN Habitat. While urbanization poses a range of challenges for city governments, services, and communities to overcome, the growth of urban populations and urban areas also reveals an opportune moment to accelerate social innovation and uplift urban economies.

Tailored tech solutions, offering highly curated insights, can be leveraged to help deploy the right resources in the right places. That’s a call to action that the power of AI and data can help us catalyze.

At the beginning of 2024, and in alignment with United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11, IBM launched a request for proposals (RFP) for projects that aim to make cities safer, more resilient and more sustainable. Today, out of more than 100 applications, five new organizations have been selected to join the IBM Sustainability Accelerator and collaborate with IBM experts on AI solutions to address key challenges for — and with — the communities they support. Participants were selected for their significant level of support to the communities they serve, as well as the innovative ways each organization plans to leverage AI technology to build more resilient cities.

C40 Cities: IBM and C40 Cities, a global network of nearly 100 mayors of the world’s leading cities, will work together to create a data-driven, AI-powered solution to help cities analyze potential risks that may arise as a result of extreme heat and the urban heat island effect. These can include stressed energy resources, increases in mortality rates, and socioeconomic disparities. The new solution will aim to enable cities to create adaptation strategies to help alleviate population health risks and economic burdens, while strengthening national resilience efforts. The Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate and Energy and the Group on Earth Observations will also support this project.U.N. World Food Programme: Through an agreement with World Food Program USA, IBM will collaborate with the U.N. World Food Programme (WFP), the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, to enhance WFP’s “GeoTar” geospatial tool with advanced AI and data capabilities. GeoTar creates vulnerability maps, helping improve operational decisions like targeting and prioritization. The new features will support WFP Country Offices that are engaged in combatting global hunger and improving food security, which can be disrupted by environmental disasters, such as droughts, floods and landslides.Mass General Brigham: IBM and Mass General Brigham, a nonprofit integrated academic healthcare system, will work together to develop an AI tool for healthcare systems and community health centers confronting extreme heat. The tool will be built to help predict hyperlocal extreme heat events, identify at-risk patients, and deliver reliable, automated warnings when a heat wave is imminent. The new solution will inform patients of resources available to them, while helping clinicians to take preventative action by screening for, and intervening upon, patient risk factors. The solution will be initially tested across Mass General Brigham hospitals. The tool will be designed with security features to protect the patient information and health information used to support the solution and to provide access to such information only within each health system using the tool and its patients.Janaagraha Centre for Citizenship and Democracy: IBM and the Janaagraha Centre for Citizenship and Democracy, a nonprofit organization working with citizens and governments on technology, urban governance, and public policy projects, will collaborate to build a city data and analytics platform. By consolidating city-level data, the platform will be designed to enable data-based decision making for informed interventions by governments in India that aim to improve quality of life for urban populations, such as by improving service delivery and fostering sustainable urban development. By spatializing data and including environmental and socioeconomic data, the platform will aim to strengthen place-based governance. By standardizing data, the platform will also support data transparency and interoperability, as well as solution adoption.Kota Kita: IBM and Kota Kita, a non-profit organization that promotes sustainable, socially just, equitable, and democratic cities, will work together to develop new AI models to identify and respond to the needs of Samarinda (Indonesia) citizens who are exposed to climate stress. The models will be designed to consider physical vulnerabilities, such as natural disasters, and economic and social variables, such as demographic growth and access to clean water. The new models will aim to catalyze the development of resilience-building initiatives and ultimately allow the implementation of new projects to help reduce the vulnerabilities of local communities.

The IBM Sustainability Accelerator is a social innovation program that applies IBM technologies, such as hybrid cloud and AI, and an ecosystem of experts to enhance and scale non-profit and government organization initiatives, accelerating economic impact. Projects are executed in two phases, starting with the IBM Garage, IBM’s proven methodology for accelerating digital transformation and delivering meaningful, measurable, outcomes. Next, during the Development and Implementation phase, IBM experts will configure IBM resources and technology to help participants meet their goals.

As part of this IBM Sustainability Accelerator cohort, EY teams will provide general capacity building workshops and coaching to the resilient city cohort, supporting these innovative organizations on their mission to make cities more sustainable, equitable, and resilient.

To date, 20 organizations have been part of the IBM Sustainability Accelerator, and we have committed $45M until 2030 to support vulnerable populations around the world. As of last year, IBM has supported approximately 65,300 direct beneficiaries through our sustainable agriculture cohort, with approximately 1.1 million more projected to benefit from our clean energy cohort. And, we expect these resilient cities projects will benefit thousands of citizens across the world.

By harnessing the potential of AI, IBM believes in empowering people and organizations to take on some of the biggest challenges our cities face today. Together, we can build more prosperous environments where people and economies can thrive.

Interested in applying to the new RFP focused on AI for Sustainable Consumption and Production? Apply before April 30th, 2025: https://www.ibm.com/campaign/2025/sustainability-accelerator-rfp

About the IBM Sustainability Accelerator

Launched in 2022, the IBM Sustainability Accelerator is a social innovation program that supports communities facing environmental and economic stress around the world, through technologies like AI and an ecosystem of experts. Each year, the program selects five new projects to develop and scale technology and AI solutions addressing topics like sustainable agriculture, clean energy, water management, resilient cities or sustainable consumption and production. For more information: https://www.ibm.com/impact/initiatives/ibm-sustainability-accelerator

A year in review

As we look back on a remarkable year at Cisco Networking Academy, we celebrate our enduring legacy as one of the longest-standing IT skills-to-jobs programs in the world. In line with Cisco’s mission to Power an Inclusive Future for All, we have continued to transform lives by bridging digital divides and empowering underrepresented communities through technology and education. Our success is built on the strength of our partnerships with governments, academic institutions, and nonprofits, all working together to open doors to opportunities in the digital economy.

In honor of our 25th anniversary in fiscal 2023, we set an ambitious 10-year goal to equip an additional 25 million people with digital and cybersecurity skills by fiscal 2032. As of fiscal 2024, we have already trained 7.7 million students globally, making significant strides toward our regional targets and reaffirming our commitment to creating a more inclusive digital future.

Cisco Networking Academy’s success would not be possible without our partners.

These organizations, from both the private and public sectors, tirelessly support and execute our programs globally with unmatched dedication and passion. Our partners, instructors, and students prove that this program is not just about impressive numbers, but about people committed to making a difference through the transformative power of education.

Celebrating success around the globe

Every year, we gather at the Annual Cisco Networking Academy Conferences to celebrate our partners’ achievements, recognizing their dedication with the Be the Bridge Awards—honoring exemplary efforts in categories like Inclusive Futures, Global Reach, Impacting Lives, Learning Innovation, and Partnerships—and the prestigious Golden Bridge Awards, presented in each geographic region to individuals or institutions showing exceptional commitment to student success.

In 2024, we embarked on an exciting global tour with three dynamic conferences which began in the vibrant heart of Peru, where we united partners from across Latin America to celebrate their incredible contributions. Together, we showcased the profound impact of our program to local government officials, highlighting the transformative power of our collaboration.

In October, the city of Paris set the stage for an inspiring gathering with our European partners. Together, we discussed the “Extended Learning for Teachers and Trainers in Higher Education” project—a groundbreaking initiative led by seven Academy Support Centers. This project is all about empowering educators with cutting-edge extended learning methodologies and tools, helping to craft more engaging and supportive educational experiences that resonate with students.

In November, we gathered in Dubai to celebrate the remarkable successes of the Middle East and Africa Region. We were inspired by the impressive achievements in student participation throughout this dynamic region and connected with many of our valued partners, including African Child Academy, which is making a significant impact with its technology-driven projects aimed at enhancing community life in Tanzania.

These conferences offered a fantastic opportunity to honor our partners with the prestigious Golden Bridge Awards. Let’s celebrate this year’s exceptional winners:

2024 Golden Bridge Award winners

Applied Technology Schools (ATS) – United Arab Emirates

The Institute of Applied Technology Schools, under ACTVET, has integrated networking, security, and IoT courses from our program into their curriculum across the UAE, including women-only schools. This initiative has impacted over 3,500 students in fiscal 2024 alone, 49% of whom were female.

“Receiving the prestigious Golden Bridge Award is a great honor, highlighting our team’s dedication and hard work. Being recognized among [thousands of] academies worldwide for achieving the highest growth and completion rate by ATS students underscores our commitment to excellence and the influence of effective leadership.” -Shaza Mohamad Bassam AlHalabi, Supervisor Curriculum Specialist, ATS

Camden Dream Center – United States

Camden Dream Center recognized a disparity in IT career success among people of color and launched a Registered Apprenticeship program in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Labor from Maryland (USDOL).

“We are incredibly grateful that Cisco would take the time to acknowledge our work in developing USDOL Registered Apprenticeship programs in Cybersecurity, Network Support Technician, and Help Desk Support occupations. Employers are reluctant to hire inexperienced talent to work in entry-level technician roles despite having prior training, certifications, or college degrees. From the outset, we understood that an apprenticeship program could bridge the gap in lacking experience by providing an on-the-job learning experience with employers for apprentices.” -Pastor Keith Davis, President & CEO, Camden Dream Center

eForHum – Italy

Junior IT Academy was created to empower the digital generation, meet the needs of ICT companies looking for skilled junior profiles, and expand the Cisco Networking Academy program into the high school (secondary) system. They have launched 14 program editions, with 50 employers actively participating, benefiting over 600 students since inception.

“eForHum is honored to receive the Cisco Networking Academy Golden Bridge Award 2024 for the Junior IT Academy program. We are proud of this fruitful collaboration [and to] have all contributed to the professional growth of thousands of Cisco Academy students, who have now become IT professionals and sometimes even IT line managers and entrepreneurs. We look forward to training new talents specialized not only in networking but also in cybersecurity and AI!” -Fabio Pesenti, Co-Owner, eForHum

Core Council of the Philippines – Philippines

The Bankers Association of the Philippines (BAP) partnered with Cisco under the Country Digital Acceleration (CDA) program to enhance cybersecurity skills in the banking sector. The “Cisco-BAP Cybersecurity Skills Training Program for the Next Generation Banker,” delivered with Mapua University, offers comprehensive training through self-paced, in-person, and virtual classes to prepare banking professionals for security challenges.

“We are deeply honored to receive the prestigious Golden Bridge 2024 award! This recognition is a testament to the collective efforts we have made to equip Filipinos from all walks of life with essential and up-to-date digital skills. We dedicate this award to all the Council members, both past and present, whose dedication and vision have been instrumental in our journey.” – Maria Teresa S. Salta, President, C3P

Merlin Data Technology – Peru

Merlin Data Technology (MDT) was awarded for their significant contributions to the growth of the Cisco Networking Academy program throughout Latin America. Through initiatives like the Data Camp Marathon, where they trained 810 instructors from 196 academies, Merlin facilitated the replication of the “Introduction to Data Science” course, reaching over 30,000 students. Their alignment with national digital transformation projects and consistent excellence in large-scale events underscores their crucial role and year-over-year growth in the region.

“We are honored to receive [this award] in recognition of our impactful contribution through DataCamp Latam. This achievement reflects our commitment to fostering innovation and bridging the gap between education and technology. Thank you to Cisco and our community for believing in our mission.” -Ana Ramirez, Exec. President & Founder, MDT

2024 Be the Bridge Award winners:

Middle East and Africa 
The Egyptian E-Learning University, Egypt

Europe – CIS 
Rochester Institute of Technology Kosovo (A.U.K) 
Uniunea Profesorilor de Informatică din România (UPIR), Romania

Asia Pacific, Japan, and China 
EdCreate Foundation, India

United States and Canada 
Collège Communautaire Du Nouveau-Brunswick, Canada 
Education Service Center 11, Texas, USA

Latin America 
Instituto Nacional de Aprendizaje (INA), Costa Rica 
Tecnológico de Monterrey, Mexico

Additionally, partners from 55 countries have received the prestigious Premier+ and Premier recognition, honoring the top 15% of those who exemplify exceptional dedication to student and instructor success in support of Cisco’s global mission.

As we celebrate the remarkable achievements and partnerships highlighted by the Golden Bridge and Be the Bridge Award winners, we invite you to become part of our mission.

Whether you choose to join the 750 partners driving social impact or explore the rewarding journey of teaching with us, your contribution can help shape the diverse workforce of the future.

Previous Award winners:

2023 Five Cisco Networking Academy partners receive Golden Bridge Award honors 
2022 Cisco Networking Academy announces Golden Bridge Award winners while celebrating 25 years of impact 
2021 Cisco Networking Academy recognizes top partners and instructors

The wins keep coming

In addition to recognizing our partners’ achievements, we are proud to announce that Cisco Networking Academy has been honored with the Tech & Learning Awards of Excellence: Best of 2024. This prestigious award celebrates educational technology that excels in supporting teachers, students, and education professionals. Our program was recognized for its innovation, ease of use, value, and versatility.

Discover more about our journey and the Award of Excellence: Best of 2024 in Higher Education.

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CNH (NYSE: CNH) has once again ranked in the top 5% in S&P Global’s 2025 Sustainability Yearbook. This year’s S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment reviewed submissions from over 7,600 companies across 62 industries.

This latest result adds to CNH’s recent inclusion in S&P Global’s Dow Jones Sustainability World and North America Indices (DJSI World and DJSI North America). They ranked second in the Machinery and Electrical Equipment Industry category, scoring 79/100.

“We’re delighted to see our efforts continue to receive recognition from leading indices such as S&P Global. We are committed to putting people first at CNH – from our employees to our customers, dealers and all those in the communities where we – and our products – work. This drives our investment in technologies and solutions that deliver tangible and practical benefits for agriculture, construction and the world at large,” said Gerrit Marx, Chief Executive Officer at CNH.

CNH products continue to deliver greater customer efficiencies that also translate into environmental gains.

These rankings confirm CNH’s continued progress in cutting carbon emissions, increasing renewable energy use in their operations and products, and expanding remanufacturing. New features such as automation and sensor technologies on their flagship combine harvesters reduce grain loss and fuel consumption, prevent excessive soil compaction, and distribute crop residue evenly to ensure a better crop for the following farming season. In construction, they continued to expand their electric offering with the recent launch of the industry’s first electric backhoe loader giving customers zero noise and zero emission solutions. Alongside these achievements, CDP – a global non-profit that runs the world’s only independent environmental disclosure system – recognized CNH with A- Climate and A- Water scores for our 2024 results.

For more on Sustainability at CNH, visit: cnh.com/sustainability

I started as a Route Service Representative back in March 1984 at a small lab in Cambridge, Massachusetts called Spectrum Medical Labs as one of only six drivers. Spectrum was acquired by Met Path and Corning and eventually became Quest Diagnostics.

Before I started as an RSR, I was a single 21-year-old construction worker in Chelsea, Massachusetts who never thought about ever working in the medical field. But one day, my brother-in-law talked about a job opening as a medical courier with his father at Spectrum. So, I applied, and 40 years later here I am.

Over the last 40 years working here, I got married to my beautiful wife of 38 years, raised 2 children, and now have 3 grandchildren. I have also been a youth football and baseball coach for the last 26 years in my hometown of Chelsea.

During my 40-year career at Quest Diagnostics, I have run 37 different routes and have been a route driver, swing driver, and a stat driver and have serviced clients in every corner of New England, from Massachusetts and Connecticut to Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont. I can’t even imagine how many miles I have driven for Quest, but I know it’s a lot.

I absolutely love driving, but now I don’t get to do too much driving as I am currently a Sr RSR servicing exclusively Quest’s largest client in Boston (NeighborHealth, which was formerly East Boston Neighborhood Health Center). I feel like a movie star as I walk through the halls of the health center every day. Everyone from the janitors to security, doctors, nurses and even the CEO know me and yell my name and high-five me. It’s such a great feeling to work with such amazing people.

I have met some wonderful people over the years at Quest—a lot who have become lifelong friends. My coworkers, leaders, and customers are just amazing. I am absolutely honored to work for such an amazing company that has been a huge part of my family for the last 40 years.