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Book club explores adaptations of 'Pride & Prejudice
By Austin Journal | Sep 9, 2023
The Book Club Was Better: Pride & Prejudice
Austin Texas Science Writers host monthly science book club
By Austin Journal | Sep 8, 2023
The Austin Texas Science Writers are hosting a book club focused on science and nature writing. The club will cover a range of topics, including neuroscience, natural history, astrophysics, and animal behavior.
Book club to discuss second half of 'The Count of Monte Cristo
By Austin Journal | Sep 8, 2023
The Required Reading Revisited Book Club has announced its next meeting, focusing on the second half of "The Count of Monte Cristo." The club reads a wide range of classics, from ancient texts to modern literature, including genre-specific and culturally significant works.
Cate Berry to present "Scorch, Hedgehog of Doom!" on September 8
By Austin Journal | Sep 8, 2023
Cate Berry's upcoming event, "Scorch, Hedgehog of Doom!", is scheduled for September 8, 2023. To reserve a spot and learn more about the event, interested attendees are encouraged to register via Eventbrite. Registration not only secures a place in case the event sells out but also ensures that attendees receive important updates regarding the event.
PopShorts wins Streamy Award: ‘We are thrilled to be recognized with such an esteemed award’
By Austin Journal Report | Sep 6, 2023
On Aug. 27, PopShorts, an influencer marketing agency based in Austin, won a Streamy Award recognizing their contributions to social impact in working with the International Committee of the Red Cross. Jake Hay, partner and head of business development at PopShorts, is delighted that his company was recognized for its social efforts.
Virtual book club explores fiction's greatest mysteries
By Austin Journal | Sep 5, 2023
Come join as we explore the worlds of fiction's greatest mysteries. But you must hurry - the game is already afoot!
Pre-order Rachel Fikes' new book 'Keeper of Sorrows' with exclusive bonuses
By Austin Journal | Sep 3, 2023
Rachel Fikes: Keeper of Sorrows
Biden Administration's efforts to promote wind farms off Texas coast come up short
By Austin Journal Report | Aug 30, 2023
Two leases for offshore wind farms off the Texas Gulf Coast failed to attract any interest in an auction held by the U.S. Department of Interior on Tuesday. The auction was part of an effort by the Biden Administration to deploy 30 gigawatts (GW) of offshore wind energy by 2030.
Austin Bank to implement 'new branding and marketing strategies' after latest executive appointments
By Austin Journal | Aug 30, 2023
Jeff Austin III, chairman of the board of Austin Bank, recently announced the appointments of Patty Steelman as community engagement officer and Rachel French as the senior vice president and marketing director.
UFCU: Christy Soukhamneut has taken on the role of chief lending officer at UFCU
By Austin Journal | Aug 23, 2023
University Federal Credit Union recently appointed Christy Soukhamneut as chief lending officer, according to a press release. Within this capacity, she will supervise the consumer lending division as well as offer guidance to the business banking/commercial lending unit.
Crowl: 'We are honored to be chosen as a financial partner by more people in Austin and Central Texas than any other credit union'
By Austin Journal Report | Aug 21, 2023
On July 27, 2023, University Federal Credit Union (UFCU) announced that, for the eighth consecutive year, the Austin Business Journal ranked them as Austin's top credit union. UFCU, the largest locally owned financial institution in Austin, outperformed other credit unions in terms of Austin-area membership and deposits according to a press release by UFCU.
Abbott touts small businesses as part of Texas' economic growth: 'Texas continues to rank as the Best State for Business and is the nation’s top state for small business job growth'
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 18, 2023
Gov. Greg Abbott attributed Texas’ consistently strong jobs economy to small businesses during the Governor’s Small Business Summit in McAllen on Aug. 10. As keynote speaker, Abbott, a Republican, said small businesses are a reason the Lone Star State is a national economic leader.
UFCU: Jason Qunell named associate VP of business banking
By Ashley Haley | Aug 16, 2023
Austin's largest locally owned financial institution, University Federal Credit Union (UFCU), revealed the promotion of Jason Qunell on Aug. 9 to the newly established role of associate vice president of business banking, according to a press release. With nearly three decades of experience in commercial real estate and finance, including roles at Wells Fargo and Capital One, Qunell brings his eight-year tenure at UFCU to the position.
Higdon: 'Julian exemplifies an employee who is willing to do it all – personifying the words ‘team player’'
By Austin Journal Report | Jul 18, 2023
In July 2023, Austin Bank honored Julian Mierop as the Star of the Month, acknowledging his exceptional commitment to teamwork and dedication to going the extra mile in his role.
‘We are honored to lead the seed round for Tangibly,’ says Moderna Venture Group on partnership to protect intellectual property
By Austin Journal Report | Jul 17, 2023
Seattle-based Madrona Venture Group has spent the past year working with Tangibly to safeguard valuable intellectual property.
Krishna: IBM acquisition of Apptio ‘gives clients the most comprehensive approach to optimize and manage all of their technology investments’
By Austin Journal Report | Jul 3, 2023
IBM CEO and Chairman Arvind Krishna recently reflected on the benefits businesses will obtain as the result of its acquisition of management software company Apptio from investment firm Vista Equity Partner.
Invesco 'thrilled' to enhance Japanese investor access to top U.S. exchange-traded funds
By Austin Journal Report | Jun 27, 2023
Invesco Capital Management LLC has announced that its global exchange-traded funds (ETF) business has prioritized an initiative to offer a Japanese investor base better access to five of its leading U.S.-listed ETFs.
Invesco leadership honors passing of 'true visionary' Denis Kessler
By Austin Journal Report | Jun 27, 2023
Global independent investment management firm Invesco announced that its longtime non-executive director and board member Denis Kessler passed away at the age of 71.
Musk: 'The words ‘cis’ or ’cisgender’ are considered slurs on this platform’
By Austin Journal Report | Jun 22, 2023
Elon Musk, owner of Austin-based social media company Twitter, recently said that words "cis" and "cisgender" are now "considered slurs" on the social media platform.
Binance official: Government's broad-brush approach to crypto exchanges 'detrimental to users’
By Whit Kennedy | Jun 16, 2023
Patrick Hillman, Binance’s chief communications officer, said in a tweet that the Security and Exchange Commission's (SEC) attempts to equate all crypto exchanges to the failed exchange FTX are hindering productive developments of consumer protections in the industry.