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MGT and Ares Management Combine Forces to Create First Unicorn in SLED Services Industry
Prnewswire· 2025-12-03 13:05
Core Insights - MGT has secured a $350 million investment from Ares Management Corporation, valuing the company at $1.25 billion [1] - The investment is aimed at expanding MGT's capacity for larger acquisitions and accelerating growth in its value-creation plan [1] - MGT has tripled its enterprise value since Vistria's majority investment in April 2023, driven by a programmatic M&A strategy and strong organic growth [1] Company Overview - MGT serves state, local, and education (SLED) clients, impacting over 200 million people annually, including 20 million K-12 students [1] - The company has over 1,100 employee-owners and serves more than 2,500 clients with a focus on technology modernization, AI, cyber security, and K-12 school improvement [1] - Founded in 1975, MGT has rapidly expanded since 2016 through organic growth and 13 strategic acquisitions [1] Financial Performance - MGT ranked No. 830 on the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies and No. 6 on CRN's Fast Growth 150 list in 2025 [1] - Ares Management Corporation manages approximately $572 billion in assets, indicating strong financial backing for MGT's future growth [1]
Is it risky to take a risk? | Shah Rafayet Chowdhury | TEDxDhanmondi
TEDx Talks· 2025-11-17 17:24
[music] So, my name is Rafiat. I'm uh I run an organization called Footsteps. I am a social entrepreneur by profession. And being a social entrepreneur means being able to take risks.But this wasn't always in my plan. I actually had a life plan when I was young. So when I was young, my plan was to get good grades in school, go to a top IV league university, graduate with like a 4.0% perfect GPA, work at the UN for like 20 years, and then start my own nonprofit once I came back.But at the age of 17 in high s ...
Kimberly-Clark Launches Enhanced Global Partnerships to Advance Essential Care for 24 Million Women and Girls
Prnewswire· 2025-10-09 13:05
Core Insights - Kimberly-Clark Corporation is enhancing its commitment to women's and girls' essential care through four strategic partnerships, aiming to improve the lives of an estimated 24 million women and girls over the next three years [1][9][10] - The Kimberly-Clark Foundation is funding a three-year commitment of $28.7 million focused on menstrual care and maternal & infant care [2][4][10] Partnership Initiatives - The partnerships include collaborations with Baby2Baby, Plan International, Project HOPE, and UNICEF, targeting countries such as Brazil, Peru, China, India, Indonesia, Vietnam, and the United States [1][9] - Baby2Baby will receive support to address rising maternal mortality rates in the U.S. through the distribution of Maternal Health & Newborn Supply Kits [5][6] - Plan International has reached over 11 million people since 2020, focusing on menstrual health and creating supportive environments for girls [6][7] Health and Education Focus - The programs will include menstrual hygiene education, maternal mental health support, and comprehensive perinatal and newborn care services [4][10] - Project HOPE will expand access to menstrual and maternal health education in China and Indonesia, emphasizing a life-cycle approach [7][8] Long-term Vision - Kimberly-Clark aims to positively impact 1 billion lives by 2030, aligning its initiatives with its Powering Care business strategy [11][12] - The integrated approach of these partnerships reflects the interconnected challenges of menstrual health, maternal wellbeing, and infant development [10][11]
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BSCN· 2025-10-08 10:38
Project Overview - FLOKI funds clean water wells in Malawi [1] - The project aims to provide safe water access to hundreds of people [1] - The project will be powered entirely by $FLOKI [1]
Sound of Curiosity - From Play to Impact | Ms. Aishwarya Lakhani | TEDxKnowledgeum Academy Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-10-06 16:21
[Music] Did you know your brain makes a sound. Nope. Mine goes ooh.It's what happens when curiosity peaks. When something clicks, when you stumble upon a surprising link, it's what Taylor Swift also does to us with her Easter eggs. Makes us all go ooh and connect the dots.Wow, cold. For me, my whole life has been a series of these oo and chaotic, yes, but meaningful. For most people, paths look like this.A straight line, one lane. For me, they mostly look like this. Hold on.Sorry. That's the insides of my b ...
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Ansem 🧸💸· 2025-09-15 02:34
RT Collectible (@collectible)Kindness Coin has the potential to be one of the biggest PF streamer coins because its entire model is built around wholesome virality and real impact. The dev (KarveTV) has 1.2M TikTok followers, consistently pulls millions of views per video, and has been creating viral content for years. Unlike typical crypto devs, he isn’t a “degen cash-grab” guy—his brand is built on spreading positivity.100% of fees are donated to Twitch streamers with zero viewers. This isn’t just charity ...
Empowering Young Africans to Grow Africa | Lady Comfort Ocran | TEDxUniversityofCapeCoast
TEDx Talks· 2025-09-02 16:26
Youth Development & Empowerment - The organization aims to empower a new generation of young people to take control of their destiny and create change in their communities [4] - Statistics indicate a significant youth population in Africa, with 400 million (million) young people aged 15-35, projected to double to 800 million (million) by 2050 [4][5] - In Ghana, approximately 13 million (million) young people aged 15-35, with only one in three employed, highlighting a significant challenge [5] Springboard Rosho Foundation's Initiatives - Springboard Rosho Foundation engages young people by providing hope and ideas, focusing on entrepreneurship, financial literacy, mentorship, and career guidance [6][7] - The foundation has impacted the lives of over 800,000 (thousand) young people through its programs [7] - The organization partners with institutions like Mastercard Foundation and MTN to deliver programs such as the Ghana Growth Program [7][13] Success Stories & Impact - The organization highlights success stories of individuals like Michael, a former yogurt seller who pursued education and became a manager, demonstrating the power of belief [8][9][10][11] - Another example is Thomas, who established a private primary school in his community after being inspired by the program, showcasing the power of boldness [11][12][13] Ghana Growth Program - The Ghana Growth Program focuses on opportunities in the extended value chain for agriculture and at vet [14] - The program has a presence in all 16 regional capitals and 48 districts, reaching 440,000 (thousand) young men, women, and persons with disabilities [14][15]
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Forbes· 2025-08-06 03:30
30 Under 30 Europe Social Impact 2025: Meet The Founders Merging Tech And Human Impact https://t.co/jCEGXcYIM1 https://t.co/jCEGXcYIM1 ...
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Forbes· 2025-08-04 07:00
Overview - Forbes 30 Under 30 Europe Social Impact 2025 关注科技与人文影响的融合 [1] - 报告介绍了 30 位 30 岁以下的欧洲社会影响力人物 [1] Focus - 重点关注创始人利用技术产生社会影响 [1]
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Forbes· 2025-08-01 03:10
30 Under 30 Europe Social Impact 2025: Meet The Founders Merging Tech And Human Impact https://t.co/Pn6nzlaL8U https://t.co/Pn6nzlaL8U ...