In the news release, Scott Pelley and Solar Industry Veteran Jared Schoch to Take the Stage Together at RE+ 2026, issued 15-Sep-2026 by Regalo Press over PR Newswire, we are advised by the company that changes have been made. The complete, corrected release follows, with additional details at the end:

Scott Pelley and Solar Industry Veteran Jared Schoch to Take the Stage Together at RE+ 2026

Wide-ranging conversation will explore 20 years of change in solar energy, the future of the industry and the leadership lessons behind Schoch's new book, SOLAR COASTER: The Untold Story of the Solar Industry and One Man's Journey Leading with Soul

LAS VEGAS, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Award-winning journalist Scott Pelley and solar energy executive and entrepreneur Jared Schoch will take the stage in Las Vegas at RE+ 2026, North America's largest clean energy event, on November 17 for a wide-ranging conversation about the past, present and future of the U.S. solar industry and what two decades of extraordinary growth, disruption and reinvention can teach the leaders building its next chapter

The session, "20 Years of Riding the Solar Coaster: The Past, Present and Future of an Industry in a Constant State of Change," will bring together Pelley, the longtime 60 Minutes correspondent and former anchor and managing editor of the CBS Evening News, and Schoch, founder and chairman of TurningPoint Energy, a national solar development company that builds community and utility-scale solar projects across the United States.

The conversation comes as solar has moved from an emerging, often underestimated technology to a major force in the U.S. energy system. Few executives have experienced that transformation as directly as Schoch. During more than two decades in energy infrastructure, he has managed more than 3 gigawatts of projects representing over $5 billion in solar and energy efficiency investments. His career has included leadership roles at Johnson Controls, SunEdison and SOLON Corporation before he founded TurningPoint Energy in 2014.

Drawing from those experiences and his new book, SOLAR COASTER: The Untold Story of the Solar Industry and One Man's Journey Leading with Soul (Regalo Press; Nov 10, 2026), Schoch will take the RE+ audience behind the headlines to examine what it actually takes to build, finance and lead businesses in an industry shaped by constant policy changes, financing challenges, grid interconnection bottlenecks and rapidly shifting market conditions.

Pelley will guide the discussion, bringing the perspective of a journalist who has spent four decades covering many of the defining events and leaders of our time. During nearly 25 years with 60 Minutes, Pelley reported from the battlefields of Ukraine, Syria, Iraq and Afghanistan and conducted interviews with presidents, world leaders and other major figures. He previously anchored and served as managing editor of the CBS Evening News from 2011 to 2017 and has received 51 Emmy Awards, four duPont-Columbia Awards and three George Foster Peabody Awards.

The conversation will also explore the more personal story behind Schoch's career: how faith, purpose and what he calls "soul-driven leadership" have shaped the way he he leads and built company, leads people and defines success. Schoch's experiences, including a deeply personal four-month sabbatical that became a turning point in his life and career, helped shape his approach to starting, building, scaling, running and eventually stepping back from TurningPoint Energy.

At the heart of that philosophy is Schoch's belief that long-term success comes from aligning business decisions with a deeper sense of purpose. SOLAR COASTER combines the inside story of the modern solar industry with lessons about resilience, decision-making and the role of an internal moral compass in navigating uncertainty.

SOLAR COASTER will be published by Regalo Press on November 10, 2026, one week before the RE+ conversation.

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SAN ANTONIO, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- PayrollOrg, the leader in payroll education, publications, and training, today announced the recipients of its 2026 Prism Awards. The annual awards recognize organizations that demonstrate measurable improvements and best practices in payroll management, processes, technology, and overall operations.

The 2026 recipients are:

- Overall Payroll Best Practices: Booz Allen Hamilton

- Management: GCE Global Solutions

- Processes: PagerDuty

- Technology: Lithia & Driveway

- Honorable Mention: TFI International

"Payroll teams are continually finding new ways to improve how they operate and better serve their organizations and employees," said Dan Maddux, executive director of PayrollOrg. "The 2026 Prism Award recipients demonstrate the measurable impact payroll can make through stronger processes, strategic use of technology, and collaboration across the organization."

This year's winners delivered significant improvements to their payroll operations:

- Booz Allen Hamilton completed a 17-month overhaul of its payroll ecosystem, automating 98% of inbound and outbound payroll data and reducing its payroll processing cycle from five days to three. A shift from arrears-based pay also reduced overpayments by more than 60%, saving $700,000 annually.

- GCE Global Solutions implemented a new global operating model that reduced internal payroll escalation cycles by 45%, payroll processing time by 40%, and operational overhead costs by 35%.

- PagerDuty modernized payroll operations across five countries and reduced payroll processing hours per cycle by 45% and global vendor processing fees by 20%.

- Lithia & Driveway automated its payroll reconciliation process, an initiative projected to eliminate 5,000 hours of manual work and save approximately $130,000 annually.

Presented annually by PayrollOrg's Strategic Payroll Leadership Task Force, the Prism Awards honor payroll departments that demonstrate excellence and innovation. Previous companies recognized with Prism awards include Palm Beach State College, Cloudera Inc., ArcBest, Banfield Pet Hospital, and Bridgestone Americas.

The 2026 recipients were recognized during PayrollOrg's Payroll Leaders Conference, sponsored by Corpay Prepaid, in San Antonio, Texas. For more information about the Prism Awards, visit PayrollOrg online.

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PayrollOrg® (PAYO) is the leading global authority in payroll education, publications, and professional development. Established in 1982 as the American Payroll Association, PAYO provides payroll professionals and organizations worldwide with trusted education, training, certifications, certificate programs, publications, and compliance resources. Through its global network and industry expertise, PAYO advances the payroll profession, supports career growth, and helps organizations navigate the evolving demands of payroll compliance and management.

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Florida gubernatorial candidate calls on Zuckerberg to help raise $1 billion more from Florida billionaires for data center modernization "If you're going to call Florida home, help protect it."

NEW SMYRNA BEACH, Fla., Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Florida gubernatorial candidate Frank J. Russo today expanded his Florida Data Center Community Responsibility Act with a direct challenge to Meta founder and South Florida homeowner Mark Zuckerberg - personally commit $250 million and help raise another $1 billion from Florida's billionaire community to modernize data centers and protect the state's water and power infrastructure.

"Mark Zuckerberg built a $170 million home in Florida. If you're going to call Florida home, help protect it," Russo said. "I'm not asking him to write a check to Tallahassee. I'm asking him to lead. Put your name on it. Put your money where your home is. Get other people who have benefited enormously from technology to join you."

Russo is proposing a voluntary Florida Data Center Modernization Fund that would operate as a public trust outside government control. Zuckerberg would personally commit $250 million and lead an effort to raise an additional $1 billion from Florida billionaires in technology, finance and other industries.

The money would help existing Florida data centers modernize water and energy systems within five years - the same deadline included in Russo's broader data center proposal.

"This isn't anti-technology. It's pro-Florida," Russo said. "I want AI investment here. I want the jobs. I want Florida leading the next generation of technology. But Florida families should not have to subsidize that growth through higher electric bills, greater pressure on our water supply and taxpayer-funded incentives."

A PERSONAL CHALLENGE TO ZUCKERBERG

Zuckerberg recently purchased a South Florida home reportedly valued at approximately $170 million.

Russo said the challenge is not about criticizing wealth - it is about asking people who have benefited enormously from the technology economy and chosen Florida as their home to invest in protecting it.

"Rights come with responsibilities," Russo said. "If your family gets to enjoy our water, our beaches and our quality of life, then help us protect those things for the families who have been here for generations. That's not left or right. That's basic responsibility."

Russo, who spent more than 40 years in business, said that principle has shaped both his career and his campaign.

"I've spent decades in business. I believe in making money. I believe in competition. But good business means paying your own way," Russo said. "That applies to corporations, and it applies to billionaires."

FLORIDA FAMILIES SHOULD NOT PAY FOR THE AI BOOM

Russo has spent recent months visiting data center facilities across Florida and examining the industry's growing demands on the state's power grid, water supply and infrastructure.

His Florida Data Center Community Responsibility Act is built around five principles:

- Community Responsibility Tax - Large data centers would contribute based on electrical capacity so facilities with the largest footprints pay proportionately toward the communities and infrastructure supporting them.

- Host-Community Fund - Revenue generated from data centers would remain in the cities and counties hosting them and support local priorities including roads, water infrastructure, parks, baseball fields and Boys & Girls Clubs.

- Five-Year Modernization Deadline - Existing facilities would have five years to upgrade to modern, water- and energy-efficient technology, with annual progress requirements.

- Energy Self-Sufficiency - New and upgraded facilities would move toward providing their own power instead of placing additional strain on Florida's public grid and electric customers.

- End Taxpayer Subsidies - Existing state tax credits and incentives for data centers would be reviewed and eliminated so Florida taxpayers are not subsidizing a highly profitable industry.

"Bring the investment. Bring the innovation. Bring the jobs," Russo said. "But don't bring higher electric bills and expect Florida families to pick up the tab."

IF TALLAHASSEE WON'T ACT, LET FLORIDA VOTERS DECIDE

Russo said his first choice is to work with lawmakers from both parties, local governments and industry leaders to enact the proposal.

If Tallahassee refuses to act, Russo said he would pursue taking the issue directly to Florida voters through a ballot initiative.

"I would rather get Republicans, Democrats, local leaders and the industry around the same table and solve this," Russo said. "But if Tallahassee won't deal with it, let the people decide. Florida's water belongs to Floridians, and protecting it is not optional."

Russo said Florida should welcome technological growth without forcing families to choose between innovation and protecting the resources that make the state livable.

"Technology must serve humanity - not the other way around," Russo said. "I want Florida leading in AI. But I am not willing to trade away our water, overload our power grid or make life more expensive for Florida families to get there. We can grow and protect our communities at the same time."

Russo • Rodriguez 2026

The People's Choice. The Caring Capitalists. Humanity Over the Dollar.

About Frank J. Russo:

Frank J. Russo is a lifelong Floridian, entrepreneur, insurance executive, real estate developer, and humanitarian with more than 40 years of business leadership, including over 30 years in the insurance industry. Based in New Smyrna Beach, Russo is running for Governor to restore affordability, strengthen Florida's economy, and build a government focused on practical solutions that put Floridians first. For more information, or to volunteer or donate, visit Russo2026.com.

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RevelAi Health's MSK ACCESS Listed in Medicare's ACCESS Directory

Longitudinal care for joint, bone, muscle and low back pain, delivered with partners across orthopedics, rehabilitation and health systems

DURHAM, N.C., Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- MSK ACCESS, powered by RevelAi Health, is now listed in the CMS ACCESS Participant Directory on Medicare.gov. Medicare beneficiaries can learn more and enroll at MSKACCESS.com.

The program provides ongoing, evidence-based support for joint, bone, muscle, and low back pain, coordinating with a patient's existing providers to extend care between appointments.

The Advancing Chronic Care with Effective, Scalable Solutions (ACCESS) Model is a voluntary CMS Innovation Center program that expands access to technology-enabled care between regular provider visits, while rewarding participating organizations for improving health outcomes for people with Original Medicare. Its musculoskeletal track covers chronic musculoskeletal pain, defined as pain lasting more than three months in the bones, joints, muscles or connective tissue, over a twelve-month care period. Beneficiaries join voluntarily, either on their own or through a referral from a clinician. RevelAi Health has been enrolling patients in the MSK track since July 2026.

"We see ACCESS as infrastructure that extends capacity for musculoskeletal specialists and physical therapists. We're already working to serve patients across the country and to augment value-based care bundles in CMS TEAM and CJR-X for the hospitals we support."

— Christian Péan, MD, MS, co-founder and CEO, RevelAi Health

Partners including Team Rehabilitation, Keystone Orthopedics, Western Rehabilitation Network, Alliance Physical Therapy Partners and Limber Health have embraced the model, integrating longitudinal virtual care with patients' existing musculoskeletal and physical therapy care.

"Longitudinal virtual care works when it runs alongside the specialists a patient already sees and has established relationship with. That's why we leaned into this model. It makes it easier for us to reach more Medicare patients, and it means the care between visits can be better with easier return access to the patients therapist if needed."

— Nick Weber, Team Rehabilitation

MSK ACCESS and Understood Care are both ACCESS Participants. Understood Care provides additional patient advocacy services to beneficiaries in the program.

The MSK ACCESS program also draws from specialized expertise from national partners. Through a partnership with Own the Bone, the American Orthopaedic Association's bone health quality program, MSK ACCESS offers clinician support for bone health, addressing the osteoporosis and bone health gaps common among these patients. RevelAi Health has also partnered with the National Spine Health Foundation to deliver evidence-based, high quality spine health education to patients.

"This is how we stay connected to patients outside the four walls of the clinic, particularly our low back pain patients under the CMS Ambulatory Specialty Model."

— Edward Delsole, MD, Keystone Orthopedics

RevelAi Health's platform supports hospitals and orthopedic groups participating in Medicare's episode-based musculoskeletal programs, including TEAM and the upcoming CJR-X model. MSK ACCESS complements these programs by extending care beyond the episode window, providing longitudinal support before and after procedures while helping organizations manage the growing shift toward mandatory musculoskeletal risk.

About MSK ACCESS

MSK ACCESS is a longitudinal musculoskeletal care program operating in the CMS ACCESS Model. It provides evidence-based education, structured symptom and outcome measurement, care navigation and bone health support to Medicare beneficiaries with chronic joint, bone, muscle and low back pain, working alongside the patient's existing orthopedic, rehabilitation and primary care clinicians. MSK ACCESS is powered by RevelAi Health, and works alongside Understood Care, which provides patient advocacy services. Both are ACCESS Participants of record. Learn more at MSKACCESS.com.

About RevelAi Health

RevelAi Health is a healthcare AI company focused on Medicare's value-based care models. Its platform coordinates musculoskeletal care between visits, handling patient outreach, education, symptom and outcome collection, and care navigation, so health systems, hospitals and orthopedic groups can succeed in CMS models including the Transforming Episode Accountability Model, CJR-X and the Ambulatory Specialty Model. RevelAi Health is the participant behind MSK ACCESS in the CMS ACCESS model. Learn more at revelaihealth.com.

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In the news release, Crock-Pot® Brand and Valspar® Team Up to Bring Color to the Heart of the Home, issued 15-Sep-2026 by Crock-Pot over PR Newswire, we are advised that the release should be sourced to "Newell Brands" rather than "Crock-Pot" as originally issued inadvertently. The complete, corrected release follows:

Crock-Pot® Brand and Valspar® Team Up to Bring Color to the Heart of the Home

New collaboration pairs six Crock-Pot Brand Design Series slow cooker colorways with expertly curated Valspar paint palettes to inspire an approachable kitchen refresh

Key Points

- Crock-Pot® Brand and Valspar, two trusted names in the home, are coming together to inspire kitchens that feel more colorful, personal and welcoming.

- Crock-Pot® Brand x Valspar Color-Drenched Kitchen Collection pairs six new Crock-Pot® Brand Design Series slow cooker colorways with expertly curated Valspar paint palettes, making one of 2026's biggest home design trends feel more approachable.

- Crock-Pot® Brand and Valspar are also giving consumers the chance to win a Crock-Pot® Brand Design Series slow cooker in their colorway of choice, a Lowe's gift card to help bring their Valspar color palette to life, and $1,000 to refresh their kitchen.

ATLANTA, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Crock-Pot® Brand and Valspar® are coming together to inspire a more colorful, personal approach to the kitchen. Pairing six new Crock-Pot® Brand Design Series slow cooker colorways with expertly curated Valspar paint palettes, the Crock-Pot® Brand x Valspar® Color-Drenched Kitchen Collection offers consumers a curated starting point for creating a kitchen that feels warm, cohesive and uniquely personal.

The kitchen has become more than a place to prepare meals—it is where families gather, conversations unfold and everyday moments happen. As color drenching continues to be one of 2026's biggest home design trends, the Crock-Pot® Brand x Valspar collaboration brings approachable inspiration into the kitchen.

Each of the six new Crock-Pot Brand Design Series slow cooker colorways is intentionally paired with a hero Valspar paint shade and three complementary colors designed to work together across walls, cabinetry, trim and accents. The result is an approachable color blueprint helping consumers envision how the color they love on the countertop can inspire the broader kitchen.

"The kitchen has evolved into an extension of our living space, often acting as a space for gathering and entertaining rather than simply preparing meals," said Sue Kim, Director of Color Marketing at Valspar. "The expressive palettes of the collection paired with the Crock-Pot® Brand Design Series slow cookers create a welcoming environment that feels cohesive and joyful for both everyday rituals and special occasions."

At the heart of the collaboration is the Crock-Pot® Brand Design Series, the brand's latest collection of slow cookers blending elevated craftsmanship with a modern-vintage aesthetic. Available in six thoughtfully curated colorways, the collection brings together everyday functionality and countertop-worthy design, giving consumers a natural starting point for building a kitchen which reflects their personal style.

"With the Crock-Pot® Brand Design Series, we wanted to reimagine what a slow cooker can look like in today's kitchen—not only a hardworking appliance, but a beautifully designed piece that feels at home on the countertop," said Mallory Fuller-Guzman, Sr. Manager, Design, Color, Material + Finish at Newell Brands. "Drawing on our consumer and trend insights, our Color, Material + Finish team developed a contemporary color palette designed to complement today's interiors. Now, our partnership with Valspar is helping extend and validate that established color story within the broader home environment, inspiring consumers to create spaces that feel personal and reflective of the way they live."

For consumers looking for a starting point, the Crock-Pot® Brand x Valspar Color-Drenched Kitchen Collection makes coordinating color feel more approachable: choose the Crock-Pot® Brand Design Series slow cooker colorway you love, then explore the corresponding Valspar palette curated to complement it.

Crock-Pot® Brand x Valspar Color-Drenched Kitchen Collection Color Pairings

- Purple Potato — paired with Purple Fury, White Wool, Titanium Man and Tomcat from Valspar.

- Morning Haze — paired with Cottage Door (The 2027 Valspar Color of the Year), Silver Dusk, Blue Kiss and Magnet Dapple from Valspar.

- Light Stone — paired with Voyage, Blue Skylights, Snowed In and Dream Weaver from Valspar.

- Ocean Fog — paired with Renew Blue, Secluded Garden, Du Jour and Green Trellis from Valspar.

- Desert Sage — paired with Seaside Fog, Low Tide, Lemon Edge and Homey Cream from Valspar.

- Chai Cream — paired with Stone Manor, Sunswept Sand, Bistro White and Groundbreaking from Valspar.

To bring the Color-Drenched Kitchen Collection to life beyond the inspiration board, Crock-Pot® Brand and Valspar are giving consumers the chance to refresh their kitchens with a Crock-Pot® Brand Design Series slow cooker in their colorway of choice, a Lowe's gift card to help bring their Valspar color palette to life, and $1,000 toward their kitchen refresh. The Crock-Pot® Brand x Valspar Kitchen Refresh Sweepstakes is planned to run September 21 through September 29, 2026, with final entry details and promotion terms governed by the Official Rules.*

The Crock-Pot® Brand Design Series slow cookers are available for purchase at Amazon, Walmart, Target as well as additional US retailers. Valspar paint is available at Lowe's and independent home improvement retailers nationwide.

*NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Open to legal residents of the 50 U.S./D.C., 18+ or age of majority in state of residence, whichever is older. Sweepstakes begins 9/21/26 and ends 9/29/26. Void where prohibited. See Official Rules for complete details, eligibility requirements, prize descriptions, alternate method of entry and winner selection information. Subject to final Legal approval.

About the Crock-Pot Brand

For generations, the Crock-Pot® Brand has helped bring people together around the table with simple, reliable solutions that make mealtime easier. As a trusted name in slow cooking, the Crock-Pot brand continues to evolve for today's home cook with thoughtfully designed products that combine convenience, versatility and style. From everyday family meals to special occasions, Crock-Pot products help make more time for the moments that matter.

About Newell Brands

Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, DYMO, EXPO, Elmer's, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. Newell Brands is focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments.

About Valspar

Valspar is an industry-leading paint and coatings brand established in 1806 and part of The Sherwin-Williams Company. Committed to helping DIYers and professional contractors succeed, Valspar offers high-quality interior and exterior paints, durable stains, precision tools and expert guidance. With an extensive color selection and a belief that every space is Made for More™, Valspar helps bring any vision to life. Valspar paint is available at Lowe's and independent retailers nationwide. For more information, visit valspar.com.

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Unlike conventional inspection systems that only detect defects after dispensing, GlassMaster Tracker continuously tracks parts during adhesive application and automatically adjusts the robot path in real time.

By tracking part-to-part variation and automatically compensating for differences in glass shape and battery-cover geometry, the system reduces process variation, minimizes production downtime caused by robot reprogramming, improves product quality and helps prevent leaks and costly rework.

Dwight Carlson, Coherix chairman and CEO, notes that the company's GlassMaster Tracker has eliminated up to five hours of weekly assembly line downtime for several customers with estimated cost savings of $22,500 per week.

Improperly installed windshields or poorly sealed battery covers present serious safety risks. A securely bonded windshield provides up to 60 percent of a vehicle cabin's structural strength, helping prevent roof collapse during a rollover accident. Inadequate battery-pack sealing can lead to moisture intrusion, battery failure and, in extreme cases, vehicle fires.

The Coherix 3D GlassMaster Tracker AI-based inspection system automatically adjusts the dispensing robot path to compensate for variations in part geometry, adhesive material viscosity and other manufacturing conditions, nearly eliminating scrap, minimizing damage to adhesive dispensing equipment and maximizing production uptime.

"No other adhesive process control system available today is capable of tracking and automatically compensating for variations in glass shape or battery-cover geometry during the dispensing process," Carlson points out. "GlassMaster Tracker is also the first solution to provide 100 percent inline real time inspection with full part traceability, giving OEMs confidence that every safety-critical bond has been properly applied."

The Coherix system records and verifies the dispensing process for every part produced, creating a permanent digital record that confirms adhesives were applied as specified. This complete traceability supports quality audits, warranty investigations and regulatory compliance while providing manufacturers with documented proof that every windshield and battery assembly meets process requirements.

With over 6,000 systems installed since its introduction in 2015, Coherix 3D has inspected millions of customer parts worldwide. The company's adaptive process control platform represents an investment of more than $100 million and more than 1,000,000 engineering hours, delivering proven technology that helps manufacturers improve quality, increase throughput and reduce manufacturing costs across a wide range of adhesive dispensing applications.

About Coherix

Coherix is a rapidly growing high-tech company that has pioneered the development of industry-first adhesive dispensing adaptive process control software technology for use in automotive, electronics and other industries.

Headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Coherix has operations in China, Germany, Japan, Mexico and Singapore.

The company's global customer base includes more than 50 of the world's leading automotive OEMs and more than 75 Tier One suppliers, including BYD, Ford, Geely, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Mercedes-Benz, Renault, Seres and Toyota, as well as Bosch, Gestamp, Kirchhoff, Kubota and Magna.

Major Coherix channel partners include dispensing equipment makers Graco, Nordson, Durr and Sames; robot manufacturers FANUC, Kawasaki Robotics, Yamaha Robotics, KUKA, ABB, Yaskawa, and system integrators Fives, Mino, Comau, JR Automation, Edgewater Automation and FFT.

More information is available at www.coherix.com.

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Veteran industry executive joins government contracting division of Cherokee Nation Businesses

TULSA, Okla., Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Cherokee Federal, the federal contracting division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, today announced that longtime industry executive Tom Watson has been named president, effective Oct. 1. Watson will lead Cherokee Federal's portfolio of tribally owned federal contracting companies, which generates more than $1 billion in annual revenue and employs more than 5,000 people supporting government missions around the world.

Watson brings more than 30 years of experience serving the federal government and leading large, complex organizations across the defense and federal civilian markets. He spent seven years with Serco, most recently serving as CEO of its $2 billion North American business, where he oversaw more than 10,000 employees supporting defense and federal civilian customers. During his tenure, Watson helped advance the company's growth strategy, expand its capabilities and integrate strategic acquisitions across the federal market. Prior to becoming CEO in 2022, he served as senior vice president of Serco's Defense Services business.

"Tom brings an exceptional combination of federal market expertise, proven leadership and a genuine commitment to people and customers," said Chuck Garrett, CEO of Cherokee Nation Businesses. "He understands what it takes to lead and grow a complex federal business while staying focused on the missions our customers entrust to us every day. Just as importantly, his people-first, values-driven approach aligns strongly with who we are and where we want to go. I'm confident Tom is the right leader to build on Cherokee Federal's strong foundation and lead its continued growth."

"What drew me to Cherokee Federal was the combination of culture, purpose and potential," Watson said. "We have talented people, trusted customer relationships and tremendous opportunity ahead. What makes Cherokee Federal especially meaningful to me is knowing our success has a purpose beyond the business itself and ultimately helps improve the lives of Cherokee Nation citizens. I'm honored to have the opportunity to lead this business and am excited to get to know our people and customers, learn more about the important missions we support and work alongside the team as we build for the future."

Before joining Serco in 2018, Watson spent 22 years with Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC), where he held positions of increasing responsibility, culminating in his role as senior vice president and general manager of the company's Navy and Marine Corps Business Unit. In that role, he led approximately 4,000 employees and more than $1 billion in annual revenue.

Watson began his career serving six years on active duty in the U.S. Navy as an electronics technician. He later built a career supporting government customers and their missions across the federal market.

Watson will be based in the Washington, D.C. area, placing him near many of Cherokee Federal's customers, partners and employees, while maintaining close connections with Cherokee Federal teams across the country, Cherokee Nation Businesses leadership in Tulsa and the Cherokee Nation in Oklahoma.

Cherokee Federal provides mission-driven solutions to customers across defense, intelligence, health, information technology, logistics and other critical federal missions. As the federal contracting division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, Cherokee Federal's success contributes directly to the economic strength of the Cherokee Nation and helps support essential services for Cherokee citizens.

Watson holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of Maryland and a bachelor's degree in information technology from National University.

About Cherokee Federal

Cherokee Federal is the federal contracting division of Cherokee Nation Businesses — the economic engine of Cherokee Nation, the largest Native American tribe in the U.S. The mission of Cherokee Federal is to build a talented team that provides innovative solutions that solve America's greatest challenges and serves the Cherokee Nation with strong conviction and heart. For more information, please visit cherokee-federal.com or follow Cherokee Federal on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and YouTube.

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Faye Unveils New Integration Connecting Intercom and NetSuite, Giving Support Teams Instant Access to Financial Data

New integration syncs contact, company, and financial records between the two platforms, so customer-facing teams get answers without ever leaving Intercom.

CALABASAS, Calif., Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Faye, a global leader in software strategy, AI deployment, integration, and ongoing management for mid-market and enterprise organizations and the 2026 Intercom Services Partner of the Year, today announced a new integration connecting Intercom, from the parent company Fin, and NetSuite, giving support, sales, and success teams a complete view of every account's financial history without ever leaving Intercom.

Support reps have long faced a familiar bottleneck: a customer asks about an invoice or an order, and the answer lives in a finance system the rep can't see. Faye's new integration closes that gap. Customer, contact, and financial data now stay in sync between NetSuite and Intercom automatically, so teams spend less time switching tools and chasing down answers, and more time helping clients.

The integration includes:

- Two-way contact sync: Support, sales, and success teams always see up-to-date contact names, companies, and phone numbers, no matter which system the information was entered in.

- Automatic company sync from NetSuite to Intercom: Every NetSuite customer record becomes a Company in Intercom, complete with website and industry, so conversations are instantly attached to the right account.

- Invoices, credit memos, and sales orders visible directly in Intercom: Reps can see a customer's billing and order history without ever leaving the Intercom Inbox or Messenger, cutting down on tool-switching and back-and-forth with finance.

- A purpose-built, read-only Sales App inside Intercom: Customer-facing teams get a clear, safe snapshot of NetSuite financial data, with zero risk of accidental edits to source records.

- Context-aware record display: The app automatically surfaces the Sales Orders, Invoices, and Credit Memos tied to whichever Company or Contact is open, so reps get relevant answers in seconds, not minutes.

"Every time a support rep has to stop and ask another team for an answer, that's a moment we're not taking care of the client the way we should," said David Faye, CEO of Faye. "This integration is about closing that gap. We built it so the answer is already there, right inside the conversation. That's what Innovate³ means to us. We don't stop at connecting two systems, we keep asking what would actually make a rep's day easier, and we build that next."

The Intercom NetSuite integration is available now. Faye is offering walkthroughs and pricing details on request for clients interested in connecting the two platforms. To learn more, visit fayedigital.com/software/intercom-netsuite-integration/.

About Faye

Faye is a global leader in software strategy, AI deployment, integration, and ongoing management for mid-market and enterprise organizations. A ten-time Inc. 5000 award winner and the Intercom 2026 Services Partner of the Year, Faye serves as a trusted advisor in CRM, CX, and AI, across platforms including Fin, Salesforce, HubSpot, SugarAI, Zendesk, Freshworks, and Claude, earning recognition from clients and partners for its deep expertise and results-driven approach.

Faye goes beyond solving technology challenges, focusing on unlocking the full potential of software to drive long-term success. Through an innovative, all-inclusive, and cost-effective approach, the company helps organizations select, deploy, integrate, and optimize sales, service, and marketing solutions that not only meet business needs but also fuel growth. Backed by proven expertise, elite partnerships, and a suite of proprietary products, Faye delivers seamless, scalable, and results-driven solutions. Its award-winning model ensures adaptability and excellence.

Axia, Faye's innovative managed service offering, redefines traditional managed services by bundling Faye's extensive capabilities and expertise into a single, fixed-rate subscription. It empowers organizations with continuous platform optimization and improvement, moving beyond basic issue resolution to deliver transformative solutions. Axia encompasses comprehensive services including strategic planning, configuration, AI, deployment, user adoption, ongoing training, and dedicated software and support. This ensures cost predictability, expert access, scalability, and enhanced efficiency across multiple applications, allowing businesses to focus on core objectives while Faye manages their software ecosystem.

Simply put, Faye makes the world's best software even better.

About Fin

Fin is the company behind Intercom, the customer service platform this integration connects to. Formerly known as Intercom, Inc., the company renamed itself Fin in 2026 to reflect the growing role of its Fin AI agent product line, while Intercom continues on as its customer service software, giving businesses a shared inbox, help desk, and AI agent to resolve customer questions quickly across chat, email, and other channels.

About NetSuite

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PITTSBURGH, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- "I thought there could be a safer and more efficient way to reposition a patient within a bed," said an inventor, from Brooklyn, N.Y., "so I invented the NURSES WEEKEND. My design reduces the risk of injury to both the patient and the medical professional or caregiver."

The invention provides a device designed to more easily move patients in bed to change linens, complete hygiene tasks, prevent pressure sores, etc. In doing so, it increases safety, comfort, and convenience. It also reduces physical strain and the risk of injury. The invention features an adjustable design that is easy to employ so it is ideal for hospitals, nursing homes, home healthcare settings, etc. Additionally, a prototype model and technical drawings are available upon request.

The original design was submitted to the Manhattan sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 25-MBQ-965, InventHelp, 100 Beecham Drive, Suite 110, Pittsburgh, PA 15205-9801, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.

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The Inner Circle acknowledges David M. Williams, MD as a 2026 Family Physician Of Year

ATLANTA, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, David M. Williams, MD, is acknowledged as a 2026 Family Physician Of Year for his contributions to the field of Epidemiology.

Dr. Williams pursued higher education at the Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara in Mexico where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology. He then attended Emory University's Morehouse School of Medicine in Atlanta and received a Master of Public Health degree as well as completing his residencies in family practice and preventative medicine. The doctor capped his higher education training at Morehouse with an Access to Community Health fellowship at the National Association of Community Health Centers and a fellowship in educating other physicians.

Dr. Williams began his career in public health as an epidemiologist with the State of Georgia and was the first Director of the Georgia AIDS Program. Board-certified in family practice, Dr. Williams currently works at Southside Medical Center where he has served as the President and CEO of Southside Medical Center since 1997.

Dr. Williams asserts that Southside Medical Center is a leader in organizing, providing, and supporting affordable health care and related services to the public through diversified business activities. According to the doctor, the healthcare center was founded in 1967 as the Atlanta Southside Comprehensive Health Center and is committed to providing exceptional primary health care and related services to the medically underserved of Atlanta. Recognized for his exceptional leadership, Dr. Williams performs a primarily administrative role in this group practice and manages approximately 60 medical professionals. He is a specialist in preventative medicine and sees patients in his other practices, working with them on age-management medicine and weight loss.

In addition to his roles at Southside Medical Center, Dr. Williams also serves as President of Choice Healthcare Network, an Independent Physician Association (IPA) in Georgia. He is Chairman of the Georgia State School of Public Health Board; is active on the Peach State Healthcare Board; is a board member of the towns of Summerhill and Mechanicsville; and serves as Vice-Chair of the Atlanta Community Access Board.

Dr. Williams is dedicated to providing the latest advancements in his field and is a member of many organizations, such as the American Medical Association; the Georgia State Medical Association; and the Georgia Primary Healthcare Association. He is also a fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians and a member of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine.

Aside from his professional pursuits, the doctor volunteers for the Peachtree Roadrace. Dr. Williams would like to dedicate this honor to his father, Robert Williams, MD.

For more information, visit www.southsidemedical.net.

Contact: Katherine Green, 516-825-5634, [email protected]

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