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Amazon Web Services seeks candidates for a finance manager role in Chicago

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking candidates for a finance manager role in Chicago and other major cities in the United States. The selected candidate will serve as a key member of the AWS Generative AI (GenAI) team.

Amazon achieves renewable energy milestone ahead of schedule

In 2019, Amazon set a goal to match all electricity used at its global operations with 100% renewable energy by 2030. It achieved this target seven years early.

Gas prices decline slower ahead of Labor Day weekend

Pump prices continue to fall, though the decline has slowed, with a reduction of just two cents to $3.36 over the past week. The slight increase in gas demand may be attributed to end-of-summer travel. Additionally, a developing storm system in the Atlantic could impact gas prices.

Gov. Kemp hosts the first of three roundtables on civil litigation policies

Gov. Brian P. Kemp, joined by other state leaders, hosted small business leaders for a roundtable that addressed civil litigation policies and their effects on Georgia businesses and consumers. It was the first of three roundtable listening sessions to explore the topic.

Amazon announces selection of teacher for future engineer program

Amazon announced that Oktay Ince, a STEM teacher at Horizon Science Academy Columbus High School, has been selected as one of 50 educators nationwide for the Amazon Future Engineer Teacher Ambassador Program. This competitive two-year, paid fellowship highlights Ince's achievements in STEM education.

Amazon announces real estate transaction management position in Chicago

Amazon is seeking a senior real estate transaction manager for its Worldwide Retail Growth and Development (WWRGD) unit. The position is available in several major U.S. cities, including Chicago.

State Farm activates response team after Hurricane Debby

The State Farm mobile workforce trained to handle catastrophe claims is activating their on-site response for Hurricane Debby. Helping the residents of the impacted areas is the first critical step on the road to recovery.

Amazon Small Business Empowerment Report reveals significant growth for independent sellers

Amazon’s 2023 Small Business Empowerment Report showed that its network of independent sellers in the United States grew sales to more than 4.5 billion items, averaging more than $250,000 in annual sales. Sellers in Ohio are among those enjoying the growth.