CHLA's Dr. Beth A. Smith receives Distinguished Service Award from the American Physical Therapy Association's Academy of Acute Care Physical Therapy. May 13, 2026 by Parker Danowski The award honors Dr. Smith's leadership and effort supporting physical therapy research in acute care. Beth A. Smith, PT, DPT, PhD, physical therapist, investigator, and director of the Infant Neuromotor Control Laboratory at Children's Hospital Los Angeles, has been awarded the 2026 James Dunleavy Distinguished Service Award by the American Physical Therapy Association's Academy of Acute Care Physical Therapy (APTA Acute Care). APTA Acute Care, an organization of more than 3,700 licensed physical therapists and acute physical therapy experts across the nation, aims to foster excellence within acute care practice and to improve health and function. The award - a distinguished honor that has been given out by APTA Acute Care for the past 29 years - acknowledges an exceptional member of APTA Acute Care whose contributions to the organization's mission have been of outstanding value. As a physical therapist in Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics within CHLA's Behavioral Health Institute, Dr. Smith specializes in infant neuromotor control. Her lab's research explores the relationship between early brain development and the movement and neurodevelopmental outcomes of infants. Using technology like wearable sensors and eye gaze tracking to capture and analyze the detailed movements and behavior of infants, the lab seeks to better understand how patterns in these actions are representative of underlying brain development. Dr. Smith explores differences in these patterns between healthy infants and children at risk for developmental disabilities that affect movement, like cerebral palsy. Her goal is to use these findings to improve identification of atypical neurodevelopmental trajectories and develop early interventions to promote optimal neurodevelopment. Kevan Craig, DO, Chief of the Division of Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine at CHLA, speaks to the importance of Dr. Smith's work. "Dr. Smith's methods may detect signs of cerebral palsy (CP) in infants very early, as young as 1 month old. Due to brain plasticity, early intervention can significantly improve developmental delays, prevent secondary issues such as behavior problems and learning difficulties, enhance academic performance, and improve long-term quality of life. Ultimately, families are better able to support their child's development, manage stress, and advocate for needed services." In 2025, Dr. Smith and her colleagues presented work from a groundbreaking study which found that wearable leg sensors may detect signs of cerebral palsy (CP) in infants as young as 1 month old - earlier than traditional methods. These findings have recently been published in the journal Pediatric Neurology - Opens in a new window. "It is a privilege to conduct research at CHLA," Dr. Smith says. "We have a number of ongoing studies, the results of which we hope will inform better care and outcomes for kids at CHLA and beyond. Receiving this award was an honor, as it is always an honor to have one's efforts acknowledged, but the higher honor is providing new information to physical therapists and other health care providers that supports their efforts to help kids and their families."

B. Riley Securities to hold annual "Commissions for Charity Day" on May 13, 2026. PR Newswire Yesterday at 1:02pm PDT 100% of equity trading commissions to benefit Children's Hospital Los Angeles LOS ANGELES, May 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - B. Riley Securities, Inc. ("B. Riley Securities"), a leading middle market investment bank, is pleased to announce that its annual Commissions for Charity Day will take place on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. On this day, all equity trading commissions generated by the firm will be donated to Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) to support its pioneering work in pediatric diabetes research, care, prevention, and education. Children's Hospital Los Angeles is one of the nation's leading pediatric academic medical centers, providing world-class care to children across Southern California and beyond. For more than 15 years, CHLA has been the primary beneficiary of the Sugar Ray Leonard Foundation, which has directed substantial funding toward the hospital's programs focused on pediatric type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Boxing legend and philanthropist Sugar Ray Leonard serves on CHLA's Board of Trustees, and the partnership remains deeply personal and active for both Mr. Leonard and the Foundation. "B. Riley is proud to support the team at Children's Hospital Los Angeles and the extraordinary work they do for children and families navigating diabetes," said Andy Moore, Chief Executive Officer of B. Riley Securities. "The Sugar Ray Leonard Foundation has championed this mission for over 15 years, and we are honored to amplify that impact through our Commissions for Charity Day. We encourage clients, investors, and friends to help make a difference by transacting with our desk on May 13 - every trade made that day directly contributes to life-changing pediatric care." This year's Commissions for Charity Day carries special significance as Jennifer Raymond, MD, Chief of CHLA's Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, and the Associates Chair in Endocrinology, has been named the Foundation's 2026 Golden Glove Award honoree. Dr. Raymond is a nationally recognized leader in advancing innovative, patient-centered care for children living with type 1 diabetes, and her work at CHLA exemplifies the mission that this year's Commissions for Charity Day is proud to support. Dr. Raymond will be recognized during the 15th Annual "Big Fighters, Big Cause" charity boxing gala, held in conjunction with B. Riley Securities' 26th Annual Institutional Investor Conference, which returns to The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey, California on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. Institutional clients and investors can participate in Commissions for Charity Day by executing trades through B. Riley Securities on May 13, 2026. For more information, please contact your B. Riley Securities representative. About B. Riley Securities B. Riley Securities provides a full suite of investment banking and capital markets services to corporations, financial sponsors, and institutional investors across all industry verticals. Services include initial and follow-on offerings, debt and equity-linked solutions, institutional private placements, merger and acquisition (M&A) advisory, corporate restructuring, and liability management. Widely recognized for its thematic proprietary equity research, clients benefit from B. Riley Securities' extensive network, industry expertise, and proven execution capabilities through its end-to-end platform. For more information, visit www.brileysecurities.com and follow Oregon Capital Insider on LinkedIn. Media Contact: SOURCE B. Riley Securities This is a paid placement. For further inquiries, please contact PR Newswire directly.

Sugar Ray Leonard Foundation to honor Jennifer Raymond, MD, MCR, of Children's Hospital Los Angeles with 2026 Golden Glove Award at 15th annual "Big Fighters, Big Cause" Charity Boxing Night Presented by B. Riley Securities. 5 May 2026 Chris Spencer to Host Annual Event Featuring Performance by Johnny Gill Link to Hi-Res Image HERE LOS ANGELES, May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - The Sugar Ray Leonard Foundation today announced that Jennifer Raymond, MD, MCR, Division Chief of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism at Children's Hospital Los Angeles, will receive the Golden Glove Award at its 15th annual "Big Fighters, Big Cause" Charity Boxing Night. Presented by B. Riley Securities, the event will be held on Wednesday, May 20 at The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey. Hosted by writer, producer and comedian Chris Spencer, the evening will feature dynamic live fights presented by Oscar De La Hoya's Golden Boy Promotions, a National Anthem performance by singer-songwriter Johnny Gill, and silent and live auctions full of iconic memorabilia and one-of-a-kind experiences. Jennifer Raymond, MD, MCR is Division Chief of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism and Chair of the Virtual Care Committee at Children's Hospital Los Angeles, and Professor of Pediatrics at the Keck School of Medicine of USC. She earned her medical degree and completed her pediatrics residency at the University of Kansas, and completed her fellowship in Pediatric Endocrinology and Master of Clinical Research at Oregon Health and Science University. "The Sugar Ray Leonard Foundation's Golden Glove Award honors exceptional leadership and impact in the diabetes and health community. In partnership with B. Riley Securities, we are proud to recognize Dr. Raymond for her transformative contributions to diabetes care and her unwavering commitment to improving the lives of children and families," said Sugar Ray Leonard. Dr. Raymond is dedicated to helping young people with type 1 diabetes thrive through innovative, patient-centered care. She has pioneered models integrating telehealth, virtual peer groups, and shared medical appointments to improve engagement, self-management, and outcomes - particularly for high-risk adolescents and young adults. Supported by the National Institutes of Health and the Helmsley Charitable Trust, her work focuses on expanding access and advancing equity in diabetes care. Proceeds from the "Big Fighters, Big Cause" Charity Boxing Night benefit the Sugar Ray Leonard Foundation's mission to fund life-changing research, awareness and care for pediatric Type 1 and 2 diabetes, and to help children live healthier lives through diet and exercise. About Sugar Ray Leonard Foundation The Sugar Ray Leonard Foundation was established in 2009 by boxing legend and six-time world champion Sugar Ray Leonard and his wife, Bernadette. The Sugar Ray Leonard Foundation is committed to funding research and care for pediatric type 1 & 2 diabetes and creates awareness for both diseases. The Foundation also strives to help children live healthier lives through diet and exercise. Type 1 diabetes strikes both children and adults at any age. It comes on suddenly, causes dependence on injected or pumped insulin for life, and carries the constant threat of devastating complications. Type 2 diabetes in children is on the rise, fueled largely by the obesity epidemic. Leonard draws from his personal experience and boxing career to provide inspiration for funding research to combat the disease. For more information, visit www.sugarrayleonardfdn.org. Follow on Instagram at @sugarrayleonard, Twitter at @SugarRayLeonard and Facebook at @SugarRayLeonard6. About Golden Boy Los Angeles-based Golden Boy was established in 2002 by Oscar De La Hoya, the first Hispanic to own a national boxing promotional company. Golden Boy is a media and entertainment brand committed to making fighting entertainment more accessible and affordable. The company's in-house production team develops creative original programming for RingTV.com and international channels across the globe. The company holds the exclusive rights to top boxers and has promoted some of the biggest and highest-grossing events in the history of the sport. Now, Golden Boy is one of the most successful boxing entertainment companies in the world and shapes the future of boxing for fighters and fans alike. About B. Riley Securities B. Riley Securities provides a full suite of investment banking and capital markets services to corporations, financial sponsors, and institutional investors across all industry verticals. Services include initial and follow-on offerings, debt and equity-linked solutions, institutional private placements, merger and acquisition (M&A) advisory, corporate restructuring, and liability management. Widely recognized for its thematic proprietary equity research, clients benefit from BRS' extensive network, industry expertise, and proven execution capabilities through its end-to-end platform. For more information, visit www.brileysecurities.com and follow Sports Newswire on LinkedIn. CONTACTS: For Event Inquiries: Caroline Stegner, DKC: [email protected] Joe Schneider, DKC: [email protected] Media Contact Jo Anne McCusker +1 (917) 740-9499 [email protected] SOURCE Sugar Ray Leonard Foundation