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The 24/7 Automated Pizzeria Concept Hires Chief Marketing Officer to Spearhead U.S. Expansion, First Up San Diego, Houston and New Orleans
TORONTO, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PizzaForno, one of North America's only automated pizzerias, appoints Jason Lowder, former Vice President of Local Store Marketing at Marco's Pizza, as Chief Marketing Officer. As U.S. expansion heats up, Lowder joins as the revolutionary brand with exclusive distribution rights, prepares to launch in San Diego, Houston and New Orleans by Q2.
Passionate for the lucrative pizza industry and focused on building strategic local marketing programs designed with the entrepreneur and community in mind, Lowder will help accelerate PizzaForno's U.S. footprint. Lowder brings years of sales, marketing and development experience, to the innovative brand. He and his team at Marco's Pizza, took the brand from 250 stores to over 900-plus.
"Jason joins our team with a proven track record of success when it comes to developing and growing pizza concepts," said Les Tomlin, Co-Founder and President of PizzaForno. "As we continue to break into major U.S. markets, we know that Jason's background in grand openings, franchising and multi-unit ownership will turn our easy-to-scale business model into the next fastest growing pizza brand."
The new CMO relates to the growth-minded investors who are seeking to scale with PizzaForno, as he too is an entrepreneur, owning his own marketing and consulting company for 17 years and a former Marco's Pizza franchisee.
"It's good to be in the pizza business as people will always enjoy the shareable food. In fact, I had first inquired about the licensee opportunity for myself with PizzaForno. Upon hearing more about the influx of leads and the accelerated U.S. expansion plans, the opportunity to be a part of it at the leadership level was a cultural fit," said Jason Lowder, CMO of PizzaForno. "I immediately felt the passion the existing corporate team and licensees have for what they do and when an organization loves what they do, the results will come."
PizzaForno projects to open a minimum of 50 units in the U.S. by yearend. As PizzaForno expands throughout California, Texas, and Louisiana, potential licensees now have the chance to be one of the first to break into the registered U.S. markets with the high-demand, turnkey business opportunity. PizzaForno not only offers a high ROI but has the ability to operate 24/7 with zero on-site labor costs, limited waste and gives the option for licensees to scale quickly.
To learn more about PizzaForno and their licensing opportunities, visit https://www.pizzaforno.com/become-a-licensee/.
ABOUT PIZZAFORNO
Founded in 2018 by Canadian entrepreneurs William Moyer and Les Tomlin, PizzaForno is North America's only automated pizzeria which introduces gourmet artisanal pizzas in less than three minutes. Accessible 24/7 at the tap of a digital screen, PizzaForno offers a selection of innovative menu options, each made with high quality ingredients, with an authentic approach. In 2020, PizzaForno was honored with the Restaurants Canada 2020 Innovation Award. Utilizing technology made popular in France by ADIAL, PizzaForno exclusively owns all North American distribution rights for the technology. The brand is rapidly growing throughout North America and backed by a landmark partnership with one of the leading food service providers, Aramark. The agreement is set to bring cutting-edge food innovation and a quality meal solution to various facilities with technology, sustainability, safety, and convenience at the forefront. PizzaForno currently has 40 operating locations and over 100 additional locations committed – with the first U.S. locations already established in Michigan. To learn more about PizzaForno, visit https://www.pizzaforno.com/. To inquire about the licensee opportunity, visit https://www.pizzaforno.com/become-a-licensee/.
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Resurgent brand levels up employee experience with industry-leading digital workplace solution
NEW YORK, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Top women's boutique business francesca's today announced that it is deploying YOOBIC ONE, the leading digital workplace solution, to streamline operations, improve employee experience, and unlock new efficiencies across its network of 470 boutiques. The game-changing platform will give francesca's 3,000 frontline employees innovative new two-way communication, learning, and productivity optimization tools, while providing local, district, and regional managers with AI-powered business intelligence and full visibility into all aspects of the company's performance across their network of stores.
The move builds on francesca's post-pandemic pivot into omnichannel sales, with an increased DTC presence underpinned by a national network of boutiques spread across 45 states. Using YOOBIC ONE's mobile-first solution will help francesca's engage, support, and motivate frontline employees to maximize efficiency and create more value, using automation to handle simple or repetitive tasks, and enabling real-time learning, collaboration, and communication to find creative, on-brand solutions to more complex problems.
"At francesca's, we strive every day to celebrate and connect with guests authentically, and to use fashion to build meaningful local relationships — and with YOOBIC ONE, we're giving our frontline teams the tools to do just that," said Chris Kaighn, francesca's SVP of Boutiques, Real Estate, and Strategic Partnerships. "We all know how complex it is to run a brick and mortar store. Investing in frontline teams is the key to delivering amazing experiences — and that starts with giving employees the resources they need to work smarter, share their ideas, and win over the hearts of our valued guests."
Francesca's managers can use YOOBIC ONE to quickly generate and share content, motivating teams by giving all employees access to up-to-date policies regarding everything from safety procedures to new products and in-store promotions. Managers also benefit from YOOBIC ONE's powerful business insights, with automated and real-time AI-powered intelligence into network-wide operational performance, and full visibility into everything from big-picture trends to ground-level details.
About 3,000 of francesca's frontline team-members are now using YOOBIC's app to communicate, manage tasks, access information and skill-based training tools, enabling teams to keep on learning, growing, and working effectively no matter where they're based.
As francesca's expands its network in coming months, YOOBIC ONE will help the company scale its workforce and rapidly onboard talent without compromising quality of service. The platform will also help managers to ensure excellent experiences no matter where customers encounter the brand — from the company's existing network of boutiques, to future partnerships with women- and minority-run small businesses, and cruise ships and luxury hotels.
"Francesca's brand purpose is 'Free to be you', and YOOBIC ONE supports that by enabling sales associates to bring their best selves to work each and every day, creating value for the company and delivering stellar experiences for customers," says Fabrice Haiat, YOOBIC co-founder and CEO. "With effortless onboarding and a true one-stop workplace solution, we're making it easier for employees to collaborate and do great work, and for managers to boost engagement and productivity as part of a strategic growth plan. For francesca's, the best is yet to come — and we're thrilled to be supporting their frontline workers as they write the next chapter in their company's story."
About YOOBIC:
YOOBIC is an all-in-one digital workplace for frontline teams. YOOBIC provides business leaders and frontline teams with the performance tools they need to work, learn and communicate seamlessly in the flow of work. With digitized task management, mobile learning and streamlined communications, YOOBIC drives operational excellence while drastically improving the frontline employee working experience. 300+ companies around the world including Boots, Lancôme, Lacoste, Logitech, Peloton, Puma, Vans and Sanofi trust YOOBIC to drive retail performance at scale, get real-time visibility into multi-location business execution, and improve their customer experience. To learn more about YOOBIC visit www.yoobic.com or follow us on LinkedIn.
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Recognition represents key milestone in fast-growing company's journey towards continuous quality and accessibility for third-party payments
KIRKLAND, Wash., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Freespira, Inc., maker of the first FDA-cleared digital therapeutic treatment to significantly reduce or eliminate panic attacks, panic disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms in only 28 days, today announced that it has received a highly coveted and significant quality reaccreditation from The Healthcare Quality Association on Accreditation (HQAA). This accreditation is also a necessary step for continuing access to third-party payment systems and the recently issued CMS code for digital therapeutics products.
HQAA is a not-for-profit healthcare accrediting body with rigorously high standards for quality. HQAA accreditation is tied directly to benchmarks specific to durable medical equipment (DME) like Freespira. HQAA accreditation emphasizes thorough online documentation review, as well as on-site surveys. All site visits are unannounced and aim not only to verify the submitted documentation, but also to conduct detailed observation of patient care and processes.
"We're proud to receive this second recognition from HQAA – an organization which shares our passion for reaching the highest quality standards," said Simon Thomas, President of Freespira. "While many digital therapeutics companies are unable to dedicate the required time and expertise to achieving this type of accreditation, our quality department has remained steadfast in its commitment to earning the HQAA certification. We're proud of their achievement on behalf of Freespira and their support as we continue on ongoing journey to quality."
HQAA accreditation is significant because it allows Freespira to bill third-party health plans and provide the Freespira treatment using the established medical billing systems which are used by all clinical practices which bill insurance. The detailed and prescriptive rules are defined by CMS.
Freespira is transforming the treatment of panic attacks, panic disorder and PTSD symptoms by addressing the common underlying physiological factor of these conditions. As an alternative to medications and therapy, the treatment normalizes breathing irregularities developed in response to underlying carbon dioxide (CO2) hypersensitivity, which contributes to the symptoms of panic disorder and PTSD. Freespira provides users with real-time physiological feedback-based training to regulate their respiration rate and exhaled CO2 levels. Personalized, virtual coaching guides patients through the care journey to deliver maximum benefits from the twice daily, 17-minute treatments.
About Freespira, Inc.
Freespira, Inc. is the maker of Freespira, the only FDA-cleared digital therapeutic treatment proven to significantly reduce or eliminate panic attacks, panic disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms in just 28 days. Health plans, self-insured employers and the Veterans Administration provide the company's medication-free solutions to improve quality of life, reduce medical expenditures and support the appropriate use of valuable healthcare resources. Find out how at www.freespira.com.
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Todd Stein
Todd Stein Communications
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Todd@ToddSteinCommunications.com
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NEW YORK, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Future FinTech Group Inc. (NASDAQ: FTFT) ("hereinafter referred to as "Future FinTech", "FTFT" or "the Company"), a leading blockchain-based e-commerce business and a fintech service provider, announced today that on April 22, 2022, its wholly-owned subsidiary, FTFT SuperComputing Inc. ("FTFT SuperComputing"), signed an Electricity Sales and Purchase Agreement (the "Agreement") with Champion Energy Services, LLC ("Champion Energy"). The Agreement stipulates that Champion Energy is obligated to provide 15.58 MW of electricity for the development of the Company's planned cryptocurrency farm in Northwest Ohio. The Agreement has a provision for a hybrid pricing plan that includes a fixed and index combination and is customer-specific to changes in FTFT SuperComputing's energy needs. The start date for the sale and delivery of electricity is anticipated to be July 1, 2022, and the Agreement has a term of six years.
In December 2021, the Company announced its plan to build a cryptocurrency mining farm in the US which, if successful, the first phase could deploy approximately 12,000 S19 Antminers and accommodate about 1.3 EH/s of hash power. The total investment for the cryptocurrency mining farm project is estimated to be $62 million, with each of the six stages of the project projected to be $10 million per expansion phase; however, $12 million is being allocated for the first phase of the project for the acquisition of the site, plant development and the upgrading of the power system.
Champion Energy is an electricity provider that services residential, governmental, commercial and industrial customers in eight states. They are a subsidiary of Calpine, one of the largest generators of electricity in the US.
Mr. Kai Xu, Chief Inspector of Future FinTech's Blockchain Division, said, "We are pleased to have entered into this agreement to obtain the needed power supply to enable us to develop a cryptocurrency mining farm in the US. Our strategic plan for this business segment is to develop cryptocurrency mining farms in different regions of the world and accelerate their deployment by using our own capabilities or through cooperation agreements with strong partners. We believe that planned cryptocurrency farm in Ohio will be successful and will meet the goals that we have set out for it."
About Future FinTech Group Inc.
Future FinTech Group Inc. is a leading blockchain e-commerce company and a service provider for financial technology incorporated in Florida. The Company's operations include a blockchain-based online shopping mall platform, Chain Cloud Mall ("CCM"), supply chain financing services, and cryptocurrency market data services. The Company is also engaged in the development of blockchain based e-Commerce technology and cryptocurrency mining, cryptocurrency investment management as well as financial service technology businesses. For more information, please visit http://www.ftft.com/.
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Superlunar explores the frontier of the frontier, while solving real problems in web3
NEW YORK, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, we are proud to announce the launch of Superlunar, a web3 research and design studio focused on secure, sustainable, and usable applications of decentralized technology. Superlunar, which means beyond the moon, will be exploring the frontier of the frontier, developing novel solutions to real world problems in an effort to drive our industry and the global communities it supports forward.
"Dedicated innovation efforts like Superlunar allow us to see deep into the horizon," said Beth Kurteson, Chief Executive Officer of Superlunar. "This will position us to identify, build, and respond to opportunities with the speed required in our rapidly, ever-evolving industry."
Superlunar's researchers share their knowledge and serve as interpretive voices in what is too often an opaque space, demystifying 'crypto-speak' in order to connect with all that are curious, while simultaneously developing prototypes to solve identified problems in unique ways. Along with discovering new applications ourselves, Superlunar has a dedicated fund which furthers our mission by providing grants and sponsorships to individuals, projects, and programs around the world. This allows us to enable the next generation of contributors, as well as provide financial support directly to open source developers to continue their contributions.
"If the promises of decentralization and web3 are to be fully realized then we need to get beyond the speculative investment and hype cycles," said Rich Smith, Chief Technology Officer of Superlunar. "We are looking for keystone problems that, once solved, will unlock the potential of creators in communities everywhere to build all the things we never could alone."
Learn more at www.superlunar.com and follow @superlunarhq on twitter.
About Superlunar
Superlunar is a web3 research and design studio focused on secure, sustainable, and usable applications of decentralized technology. Our team has expertise across crypto, security, design, and environmental science. We design, sponsor, and build transparently in order to contribute to open source knowledge within the web3 community. To connect, please reach out at hello@superlunar.com.
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Emily Niemann
hello@superlunar.com
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AUSTIN, Texas, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- To assist with patient reimbursement solutions, Austin-based medical device manufacturer Genesys Spine is partnering with PRIA Healthcare. The partnership focuses on improving patient reimbursement for Genesys Spine's SIros™ and SIrten™ SI joint fusion systems.
"Genesys Spine enlisted PRIA Healthcare to ensure that patients who need SI treatment for pain relief will receive favorable medical coverage. Adding the Genesys Patient Access System (GPS) is a strategic maneuver that will be beneficial for all involved," said Genesys Spine's Chief Strategy Officer, SI Fusion, Meredith Gavlick.
"Knowing that Genesys Spine has engaged PRIA Healthcare to assist with patient access demonstrates this organization's commitment to patient and physician support," said Emmanuel Gage, MD. "I have worked with PRIA Healthcare and am familiar with the positive impact they make when applying for medical coverage. PRIA Healthcare offers a streamlined authorization process for both my patients and office. I look forward to working with the Genesys Spine GPS system for my SI Joint Fusion patients."
PRIA has 10 years of experience assisting Med Tech companies and their products with various payors to improve patient access to new medical devices. PRIA works with their clients to develop a patient-based prior authorization and appeals program that leverages clinical evidence and historical coverage decisions to best inform payors about the individual patient story. PRIA is a relentless advocate, dedicated to helping patients avoid the pitfalls of today's medical insurance systems and helping patients gain access to the care most likely to benefit them.
PRIA Healthcare Vice President of Business Development, Clay Schwabe said, "We are thrilled to advocate on behalf of patients seeking the innovative SI Joint therapy solutions which Genesys offers the spine and pain specialties. PRIA believes the physician should choose the right treatment for their patient, not the insurance company. With over 1,000 physician offices in this specialty currently utilizing PRIA for patient access, we are confident that SIros™ and SIrten™ will be readily available for indicated patients suffering from SI joint pain."
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Modular hydroponic greenhouses can be deployed almost anywhere in the world and can help feed local populations
CORONA, Calif., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Advanced Container Technologies, Inc (Ticker: ACTX), announced that GrowPods – innovative modular hydroponic greenhouses – can help alleviate some of the food shortages caused by the war in Ukraine.
According to the CBS News program 60 Minutes, "Ukraine is the breadbasket of the world. They grow enough food to feed 400 million people." And now that's gone.
David Beasley, executive director of the U.N.'s World Food Programme, said half the wheat the WFP needs is stuck in Ukraine because the port in Odessa is closed.
"It's already creating havoc for the poorest of the poor around the world," Beasley told 60 Minutes. "But this is going to affect not just the poorest of the poor," he added. "It's going to affect everybody."
Doug Heldoorn, CEO of Advanced Container Technologies, said that GrowPods can be set up almost anywhere, and in a matter of days, even inexperienced people can start growing healthy food.
"GrowPods are complete growing systems so farming can get started quickly. Every farm-related task — from seeding to harvesting — is handled within the system," Heldoorn said. "These systems are perfect for relief organizations."
GrowPods are powered by automation software, which makes farming much less labor-intensive than any other growing techniques. The system controls the environment, nutrition and hydration levels; and enables farmers to remotely monitor the conditions.
According to CBS News, automated farms like GrowPods "can use up to 95% less water and yield 50% more produce than traditional farming," so they are not only efficient, but they are also an excellent solution for areas impacted by conflict or weather.
The New York Times reported that Russia's invasion of Ukraine has unleashed a new wave of protectionism as governments, desperate to secure food for their citizens, erect new barriers to stop exports at their borders. This has created worldwide shortages.
In a speech last week, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said the pandemic and the war had revealed that American supply chains, "were neither secure nor resilient."
"We urge policymakers, NGOs and Non-Profit Organizations to consider deploying GrowPods or equivalent systems around the world in areas where food is desperately needed," Heldoorn said. "This is not about selling more automated farms, it's about solving a worldwide crisis and feeding people in desperate need."
For more information on GrowPods or Advanced Container Technologies, call: (951) 381-2555 or visit: www.advancedcontainertechnologies.com.
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Marketing Campaign Highlights the Brand's Mission to Transform Health From Within
LOS ANGELES, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- GT's Living Foods – producer of the best-selling SYNERGY Raw Kombucha brand and authentic, fermented living foods – announced today the launch of its Begin Within marketing campaign, designed to highlight the transformative power of SYNERGY Raw Kombucha. Featuring their first ever large national ad campaign extending across multiple marketing platforms, Begin Within will share the message that positive transformation of the mind, body and spirit begins with changes from within.
Inspired by the brand's overarching commitment to make the world a healthier place, the Begin Within campaign will communicate the core mental and physical benefits of SYNERGY Raw Kombucha, including: SYNERGY's 9 billion living probiotics per bottle to support gut health, 100% organic and raw ingredients, authentic brewing practices for potency, and its positive impact on energy and mental well-being.
"The power of true transformation lives inside all of us – within our thoughts, perspectives, and actions. With our Begin Within campaign, we seek to share the message that we have the power to ignite the change we want in our lives," said GT Dave, Founder of GT's Living Foods. "It is our goal to inspire small changes that have big impact. That is why we remain committed to offering authentic, living foods with nutrients that can awaken the mind and body, from the inside out."
Throughout the 30-second spot, three people experience SYNERGY Raw Kombucha, which sparks a transformation from within that bursts into life in the world around them. The commercial is set to air across digital platforms beginning in May 2022.
Beyond the commercial, the campaign will come to life through several creative elements, including advertisements, social media strategy, in-store point of sale, and more. The fundamentals of the brand are featured throughout the campaign with vibrant pops of color and lotus architecture included in creative assets.
GT's Living Foods has remained committed to offering authentic fermented foods since inception in 1995, effectively revolutionizing how people think and feel about fermented foods in the Western World. Today, GT's Living Foods has grown into a robust profile, including the brand's COCOYO Living Coconut Yogurt, ALIVE Ancient Mushroom Elixirs, IMMORTAL Wellness Shots, and more. For more information, visit https://gtslivingfoods.com/.
About GT's Living Foods
We believe that Mother Nature is the World's greatest healer. Since 1995, GT's Living Foods has revolutionized how people think and feel about Kombucha and fermented foods in the Western World. From the womb, founder GT Dave was raised vegetarian and taught that food can be medicine. He continues to uphold that philosophy with always pure, potent, and plant-derived fermented offerings produced in their most authentic form, never compromised. The fiercely independent, family-owned, and operated company is available in over 55,000 retailers across North America and Europe. Today and beyond, GT's Living Foods' driving purpose is to spread a global message that food can be medicine and through proper nutrition one can heal thyself. For more information, please visit www.gtslivingfoods.com.
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FRANKLIN, Tenn., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CKE Restaurants Holdings Inc., parent company of Hardee's and Carl's Jr., announced the annual Stars for Heroes program will return for the 11th year. Since 2011, Carl's Jr. and Hardee's have raised more than $11 Million through Stars for Heroes benefiting active military and veterans in need. The 2022 Stars for Heroes in-restaurant campaign will run at both Carl's Jr. and Hardee's from May 30, to July 4, 2022.
Restaurant guests are asked if they would like to donate $1 or more to help provide relief for military veterans and their families. One hundred percent of donations are distributed to several nonprofit organizations including national partners USA Cares, which provides post-9/11 military veterans, service members, and their families with financial assistance and post service skills training to create a foundation for long-term stability and the Stand Up and Play Foundation, which makes active standing therapy a reality for everyone with mobility challenges.
"We are honored to be able to support veterans and their families through the generosity of our guests, employees and franchise partners," said Ned Lyerly, CEO of CKE Restaurants. "As we kick off our 11th year of Stars for Heroes, we are reminded how important it is to connect with the communities we serve. With so many military organizations in need of funding, giving back is more important than ever."
"The support USA Cares receives each year from the Stars for Heroes program is unparalleled, and together, we have changed thousands of lives," said Trace Chesser, President and CEO of USA Cares. "A recent study shows the veteran suicide epidemic is growing at an alarming rate, and situations in the world are drawing attention away from veteran needs. This is a battle we cannot afford to lose here at home. We are so grateful for this continued partnership and the tremendous generosity from employees and customers providing the critical funding veterans and military families desperately need".
"The Stand Up and Play Foundation is honored and continually grateful to be selected and supported by the Stars for Heroes campaign," said Anthony Netto, founder of the Stand Up and Play Foundation. "With a waiting list of veterans desiring a chair of their own to increase their quality of life and the lives of others in their communities, we look forward to being able to say, "Yes!" to these deserving recipients with the funds received! Thank you Stars for heroes!"
Stars for Heroes is made possible by CKE's Star Franchise Association and Independent Hardee's® Franchise Association. In addition to the two national beneficiaries, the SFA and IHFA have provided considerable support for local charities throughout the Carl's Jr. and Hardee's communities. To make a donation to one of our national partners online, visit the Stand Up and Play Foundation and USA Cares websites.
Follow Hardee's and Carl's Jr. on social media for the latest product news and promotional offers.
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Facebook: www.facebook.com/hardees and www.facebook.com/carlsjr
About CKE Restaurants Holdings, Inc.
CKE Restaurants Holdings, Inc. ("CKE"), a privately held company based in Franklin, Tennessee, runs and operates Carl's Jr. and Hardee's, two beloved regional brands, known for one-of-a-kind premium and innovative menu items such as 100 percent Black Angus Thickburgers™, Made from Scratch™ Biscuits and Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders™. With both a US and international footprint, Carl's Jr. Restaurants LLC and Hardee's Restaurants LLC have over 3,900 franchised or company-operated restaurants in 44 states and 42 foreign countries and U.S. territories. For more information about CKE, please visit www.ckr.com or its brand sites at www.carlsjr.com and www.hardees.com.
Contact:
Kaitlyn Peterson
205.223.6429
kpeterson@ckr.com
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Development of world's first autonomous package inspection solution takes critical step forward with investment
MCLEAN, Va., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Spectrohm, a company building next-generation inspection solutions for mail and packages, announced today that it recently closed $2.0 million in seed funding. The recent round was led by HCVC, with additional investment from Good Growth Capital, RavenTek, J. Hunt Holdings, Dragon Ventures, and Klein Venture Partners.
Spectrohm is developing a breakthrough non-intrusive threat identification technology that will address the cost, safety, and throughput limitations that have plagued past systems. Unlike x-ray-based technologies, Spectrohm's patented radio wave system doesn't use harmful ionizing radiation. This eliminates the regulatory need for a human operator to ensure radiation safety and will enable a future generation of autonomous high-speed screening solutions.
The close of the seed round builds off momentum Spectrohm has achieved through awards from US government customers such as the Air Force. "This new cargo scanning technology is going to change the game for the Aerial Ports in the Air Force," said 1st Lt Brent Wilken, 436th Aerial Port Squadron, Flight Commander Passenger and Fleet Services. "This technology will expedite our processing of more than 200,000 pieces of cargo annually and ensure safety of flight for a base that generates 5,000 air missions per year. Dover AFB currently runs the channel missions to the Middle East for the DoD and is acquiring the European Channels this summer, which will put this new product to the test."
Aymerik Renard, General Partner at HCVC, commented: "Until now, inspecting items for potential threats has been human-centric and labor intensive, and plagued by 'false alarms' – all of which creates enormous costs and bottlenecks and makes comprehensive security inspection at scale and high volumes practically impossible. Spectrohm overcomes those challenges with disruptive imaging and material analysis technology that can enable applications such as 100% inspection of international mail and packages for concealed threats and narcotics. We are confident in the team at Spectrohm, and excited to support its mission to transform security screening and inspection across multiple industries."
Spectrohm's breakthrough radio wave imaging supercharges AI's ability to identify package contents such as explosives, drugs, and contraband. "Using 'long' radio wavelengths lets us both see deep and also see the radio-light colors of different materials within packages. And that gives us the capability to very quickly 'see and detect' threats with low false alarm rates – something that even the best x-ray and millimeter wave-based inspection systems struggle with," said Tim Cargol, Spectrohm's founder, CEO, and a former senior officer at the Central Intelligence Agency. "Our technique is revolutionary, but what we're building is highly feasible thanks to the maturity of the underlying technologies and advancements in sensors, manufacturing, and AI software."
Spectrohm will initially focus on security applications that align with its unique capabilities for high-volume, speed-of-commerce threat identification. One of the most important and fastest-growing of these is the need for high-speed inspection of international air-cargo packages for threats to flight safety and smuggled narcotics and opioids.
"The volume of international mail and packages coming into the US is exploding," said Maureen Stancik Boyce, PhD, Managing Partner at Good Growth Capital. "But these same packages are being used to smuggle contraband and threats such as fentanyl. Spectrohm will be the first technology that will be able to inspect a high percentage of these packages effectively."
The internal imaging addressable market opportunity is estimated to be over $50 billion. Spectrohm's goal is to steadily mature its core technologies and to integrate them into a variety of inspection modalities, not only in physical security, but also in industrial inspection and non-destructive testing.
"Autonomous, speed-of-commerce inspection is the future of commercial and government security, and I believe Spectrohm's technology can deliver this capability at a cost and scale that customers are coming to realize they need," said Scott N. Miller, Managing Director of Dragon Ventures. "I look forward to supporting them in this groundbreaking effort."
About Spectrohm
Spectrohm is disrupting the security screening and inspection industry with a patented next-generation technology that uses a combination of radio-wave based imaging and identification and AI software to provide the first autonomous security screening and threat identification solution that can operate at the speed of commerce. By eliminating the need for human operators in the inspection process, Spectrohm will provide the most reliable, high speed and affordable inspection solution for applications such as mail screening, customs inspection, and border and aviation security. Spectrohm's technology was presented at the 2019 IEEE Homeland Security Technologies conference, and the company has received development funding from the US Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Defense. For more information, visit spectrohm.com.
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PHOENIX, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- At the moment, Americans are grappling with inflation from the supermarket to the pump. Prices for just about everything are increasing, including things you may not have thought about just yet – such as the cost of long term care your aging parent may need. Assisted Living Locators, a nationwide free senior placement and referral service, is urging adult children to plan ahead for rising long term care costs.
"Inflation is on the rise, and it's impacting everyone, including adult children that are taking care of their parents," said Angela Olea RN Assisted Living Locators CEO. "Long-term care expenses at assisted living facilities and nursing homes are climbing, along with sizable hikes for home-based services as the industry struggles to meet the soaring demand from an aging population."
Olea noted that every day until 2030, 10,000 Baby Boomers will turn 65 and seven out of ten of them will require long-term care services and support at some point. For most families seeking long-term care, cost is a key consideration.
"Average long term care costs in the U.S. are high," said Olea. "Our senior advisors have seen move-in fees at assisted living facilities jump from $5,000 to $10,000, or monthly rental fees increase by an unprecedented 10%.
She added that Genworth's 2021 Cost of Care Survey, a yearly report covering nationwide senior caregiving, has the cost of a home health aide, which includes "hands-on" personal assistance with activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating, increasing 12.5% to an annual median cost of $61,776.
"Paying for senior care can quickly become a financial burden to seniors and families who may not know their options." said Olea. "Having a long-term care plan can help families alleviate some of the emotional, financial, and physical stress of finding care for a loved one. Assisted Living Locators, with system-wide dementia care certification, is offering a new standard of solution-based alternatives from assisted living to in-home care for families facing the challenges of aging."
Olea stated the first step in making a long-term care plan is understanding your aging loved one's care needs. "Whether you're looking for care at an assisted living facility or plan to hire an in-home caregiver, care providers will want to discuss your loved one's health and their care needs and goals during an initial assessment," she explained. "Our easy-to-use online Assessment Tool on our website gives families quick insight to appropriate senior housing and care for their loved ones.
If you would like a free care consultation, speak to Assisted Living Locators Senior Care Advisor at 877-266-7788 or visit www.assistedlivinglocators.com.
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Turn Your Fashion Game 'Upside Down' with Stranger Things Collab, Featuring Styles from the
New Season
DENVER, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As our favorite Hawkins, Indiana residents prepare to face their biggest, darkest battles yet in the "Upside Down" and high school, JanSport is announcing the launch of its collaboration with the cult-favorite Netflix series, Stranger Things. The new, limited-edition collection brings the totally rad packs seen in Season 4 to fans to wear alongside the gang.
As a trusted brand for young people for decades, the collaboration perfectly captures the look and feel of the latest season and throws back to the JanSport styles that were popular in 1986. Staying true to the brand's mission, these packs will represent the story of key characters as they face these new, supernatural forces as a team.
"We are thrilled to be working alongside Netflix to deliver the JanSport x Stranger Things collaboration to our customers," says Alexandra Reveles, Director of Marketing at JanSport. "The collaboration allows Gen Z consumers to immerse themselves into the Stranger Things universe in a way that aligns with JanSport's values of embracing the spirit of adventure."
The collection will include five Hawkins-inspired packs, including:
FIELD PACK DEMOGORGAN HUNTER ($70 MSRP)
Don't want your friends to think you're a total waistoid? The Field Pack Demogorgan Hunter has one large main component for all your evil-fighting needs. This pack features dual zippered side water bottle pockets, a dedicated padded laptop compartment that fits a 15-inch laptop, and more.
RIGHT PACK HELLFIRE ($80 MSRP)
Chill out, weirdo. This go-to pack is available in two shades - red and black - and features one large main compartment with a side water bottle pocket, a padded laptop sleeve that fits a 15-inch laptop, iconic straight-cut padded shoulder straps and more.
SIERRA MADRE THE UPSIDE DOWN ($60 MSRP)
Don't get tripped up by a mouth breather. With the Sierra Madre upside-down inspired pack, you can take on any Demogorgon. The pack is reversible and features one large main component with a front pocket that is accessible from both sides.
SUPERBREAK PLUS ELEVEN ($50 MSRP)
Bring on the evil and get ready to defend Hawkins with the SuperBreak Plus Eleven pack. Featuring one large main component, the pack also includes a side water bottle pocket, an internal padded sleeve that fits a 15-inch laptop, iconic straight-cut padded shoulder straps, and more.
WAISTPACK HELLFIRE ($40 MSRP)
Friends don't lie (right, Eleven?), but they do sport radical, retro waist packs. With one main compartment, this waistpack features a front utility pocket, wings for added comfort and support, and an adjustable waist strap.
The collection will be available starting May 16, 2022 and available for purchase on JanSport.com, Tillys, and select retailers worldwide.
About JanSport
JanSport, a division of VF Outdoor, LLC., was founded in 1967 in Seattle, WA, by three pioneers in the outdoor industry. Though the brand began by manufacturing and marketing world-class outdoor backpacks, today the product offering includes outdoor gear and daypacks sold on www.jansport.com, department stores, and specialty and boutique retail locations throughout the world. All JanSport packs are backed by a limited lifetime warranty to guarantee they stand by customers through their life's adventures.
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Pediatric Standard 1.2 Chocolate is Made to Help Kids Maintain Healthy Weights and Thrive
SANTA BARBARA, Calif., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kate Farms™, the market leader bringing plant-based nutrition into healthcare, today announced the launch of its newest shake flavor, Pediatric Standard 1.2 in chocolate. Launched in September 2018 as the brand's first pediatric standard formula, Pediatric Standard 1.2 continues to provide the plant-based, organic nutrition that Kate Farms is known for, now in a delicious new flavor of chocolate.
With the same original formula as Kate Farms Pediatric Standard 1.2 in vanilla, chocolate is made to support a wide range of medical and dietary needs for kids ages 1-13. The formula is suitable for everything from sole-source nutrition tube feeding to a nutritional boost for kids who are just a little underweight.
"Based on requests from the healthcare community and parents, we developed a chocolate flavor of our popular Pediatric Standard 1.2 to ensure that our kids receive the nutrition they need to be healthy and strong while also enjoying the taste," said Kate Farms Chief Medical Officer Dr. Cynthia Ambres. "Our new Pediatric Standard 1.2 chocolate flavor continues to offer the same high-quality nutrition that Kate Farms is known for while also catering to our pickiest eaters, our kids."
Kate Farms' newest shake flavor will continue to meet the unique needs of patients and provide the benefit of high-quality ingredients. This latest offering joins Kate Farms' robust portfolio of plant-based and clinically proven formulas that support a variety of needs. The formulas are available in 95 percent of all U.S. hospitals, providing a higher standard of nutrition for patients and healthcare professionals across the country.
As with all Kate Farms pediatric formulas, Pediatric Standard 1.2 in chocolate is made to help kids maintain healthy weights and thrive. Made with plant-based, USDA organic, non-GMO ingredients and without common allergens or artificial sweeteners, this new flavor is suitable for lactose-free, vegan and gluten-free diets and can be used for either tube feeding or oral intake.
This is the third formulation launched to date this year by Kate Farms, following the introduction of therapeutic nutrition formulas Glucose Support and Renal Support. "Our mission is to make nutrition the foundation of human wellbeing," said Catherine Hayden, Chief Commercial Officer and Executive Vice President of Kate Farms. "To respond to the growing demand for plant-based nutrition in clinical and homecare settings while serving the broad population in need, we will continue to innovate and add to our product portfolio."
About Kate Farms
Kate Farms was founded when a little girl named Kate Laver was failing to thrive because she couldn't tolerate any of the available tube feeding formulas. Her determined parents, Richard and Michelle, had the transformative idea to develop a better formula using high quality, organic, plant-based ingredients without the common allergens and ingredients found in traditional formulas. Today, Kate is thriving, and Kate Farms is now the #1 recommended plant-based formula.* Kate Farms offers medical formulas for children and adults, to be used as the sole source or as supplemental nutrition, for oral or tube feeding. They are available nationally and eligible for insurance coverage with Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance. Kate Farms formulas are made for tolerance with easily digested organic pea protein, fiber, and phytonutrients, and without common allergens or artificial sweeteners or flavors. Kate Farms can be accessed in more than 600 US hospitals, including the top children's hospitals; availability is increasing daily. Visit www.katefarms.com.
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Dr. Lynne Nowak Joins Lark as Chief Medical Officer and Shannon Marques Joins as Senior Vice President of Revenue Operations
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lark Health today announced it has appointed Lynne Nowak, MD, as Chief Medical Officer and Shannon Marques as Senior Vice President of Revenue Operations. Dr. Nowak and Marques are tasked with leading Lark's clinical and operational growth and helping guide the company as it continues to build momentum across key markets.
Dr. Lynne Nowak is a seasoned health care professional with nearly 25 years of experience working, leading, and teaching in the healthcare space. She previously served as the General Manager and VP of Clinical, Data, and Provider Solutions at Evernorth, and held various positions at Express Scripts, where she led Cigna's development initiative focused on enhancing health information exchange and data interoperability capabilities. In her new role, she will be responsible for strategic partnerships, as well as clinical and data solutions.
"Chronic disease remains one of the most pervasive challenges in healthcare, and Lark is leading the way in providing innovative solutions that can meet patients where they are," said Dr. Nowak. "I am looking forward to working closely with the Clinical Research and Studies team as we continue to test and refine our programs to maximize their impact and deliver clinical outcomes for more people at-risk for or managing chronic conditions."
Shannon Marques brings deep knowledge in cultivating and building sales growth strategies for early-stage healthcare. Previously, Shannon served as the Vice President of Sales in the Healthcare and LifeSciences sector for Salesforce, where she grew a successful healthcare payer sales team. In her new role, she will be responsible for scaling Lark's new sales ventures, managing sales operations, and expanding existing partnerships.
"The pace of Lark's growth in the past year alone is impressive, and I am looking forward to continuing that momentum as we develop new channels for expanding our footprint," said Marques. "I am excited to build upon the trust that Lark has already earned from the largest payers in the industry. We are well positioned to solve for the highest priority challenges in healthcare today."
With this announcement, Lark has achieved 77 percent female representation across its leadership team, along with recruiting a board that is made up of about 40 percent women. As the company continues to expand, Lark remains committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of the populations it serves.
"I am thrilled to have Dr. Nowak and Shannon join our leadership team at Lark," says Julia Hu, CEO and Co-Founder of Lark Health. "Dr. Nowak is an industry leader when it comes to using data to drive clinical outcomes and building tech and data platforms for health plans, and I am looking forward to having her leadership as we scale Lark's core AI platform to bring care to those in need." Julia continues, "Shannon's track record for scaling and driving business results in this evolving health tech industry is so impressive, and I am thrilled to have her leadership and strategic mind as we continue to grow Lark's market share across health plans, government, and employers."
Earlier this month, the company announced that it is now supporting simplified care management for Salesforce health plan customers and their members. The company also announced that it is developing Lark Heart Health in collaboration with Roche Diagnostics. This novel AI-driven program will provide real-time coaching to support the prevention and management of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease and coronary artery disease, and Lark has partnered with Desert Oasis Health Care to provide early access to the program. The company also has showcased rapid internal growth, quadrupling the team over the past two years and raising $100M in its latest Series D round.
About Lark
Lark is the leading AI virtual health care counseling platform, helping nearly 2 million people manage and prevent chronic conditions, stress, and anxiety. Having invested more than $100 million in R&D, Lark combines cutting-edge AI with remote patient monitoring capabilities to provide 24/7, real-time, text message-based health counseling to patients whenever and wherever they need it. For payers, Lark is a highly scalable way to offer the kind of personalized care that supports member acquisition, retention, care delivery, and navigation. As a result, Lark works with some of the largest national health plans and self-insured employers, and is a covered benefit for 30.5 million people. Lark's virtual care programs have proven to achieve clinical outcomes on par with nurse and coach driven healthcare services. Programs include Diabetes Prevention, which has received CDC Full Recognition, the CDC's highest level of certification; Diabetes Care; Hypertension Care; and Prevention, which includes Smoking Cessation, Stress and Anxiety management, and Weight Loss programs. The company has received numerous accolades, including having been named one of the 10 Most Innovative Apps in the World by Business Insider, one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies (multiple years), one of the CB Insights Digital Health 150 (2019), and one of Fierce Healthcare's Fierce 15 (2020). To learn more, visit www.lark.com.
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Dori Zweig
lark@crosscutstrategies.com
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With powerful capabilities for orchestration & management of OpenSearch clusters. The Operator is led by Opster with partners including AWS, SUSE Rancher, Maibornwolff, Logz.io and more.
TEL-AVIV, Israel, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The OpenSearch Operator is fully open-source, licensed as Apache 2.0, and is used for automating the deployment, provisioning, management, and orchestration of OpenSearch clusters and OpenSearch dashboards.
The Operator development is being led by Opster with partners including SUSE Rancher, Maibornwolff, AWS, Logz.io and more.
The Operator enables high-level API use, for easily running advanced OpenSearch operations on Kubernetes. With the Operator, scaling up and down, version upgrades, rolling restarts, securing deployments and managing certificates is simplified and streamlined.
The Operator allows for management of multiple OpenSearch clusters and OpenSearch Dashboards. The Operator simplifies operation by providing node draining, adjustment of memory and disk resources on the nodes, advanced shard allocation strategies and auto-scaling based on usage load and resources.
The joint team is hard at work continuing to further develop the Operator and add even more powerful capabilities. If you want to test the Operator and contribute feedback, or contribute to the development of the Operator, reach out to the team at operator@opster.com. You can check out the github repo here.
About Opster
Opster's products and services optimize the performance of Elasticsearch and OpenSearch deployments, improve stability and reduce hardware costs.
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Advertising leader and innovator tapped to lead global marketing division for the technology-enabled media company
NEW YORK, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Toronto-based Viral Nation announced today that Lauren Crampsie has been appointed President of its global, tech-enabled marketing division, Viral Nation Marketing.
Founded as an influencer marketing agency in 2014, Viral Nation has evolved to meet the content and media needs of an impressive roster of Global 500 clients, as well as Creator and Athlete-influencer talent. They most recently secured CAD$250MN (USD$200M) in capital led by Eldridge, a Greenwich, Connecticut-based holding company, with participation from Toronto-based Maverix Private Equity.
"Lauren comes to Viral Nation with an incredible track record of driving change through one of the largest advertising agencies in the world," said Joe Gagliese, Co-Founder and CEO of Viral Nation. "Her deep understanding of the global marketing landscape, combined with her vision for a technology-empowered future will take VN Marketing to new heights. We are beyond thrilled to have her on board."
In this newly created role, Crampsie will spearhead global strategy, growth, and operations for the full suite of Viral Nation's marketing services, which include social media activations, experiential, paid and performance media, influencer marketing, content creation and production, advertising technology and digital media consulting.
A recognized industry leader, Crampsie spent 17 years at Ogilvy, where she helped the company evolve to meet clients' changing needs within the new media ecosystem. Under her leadership, Ogilvy built new full-service capabilities in their NY flagship office like Dynamic Content Studios, DTC, Influencer Marketing, Performance Media, Paid Social Media and others.
"Viral Nation has given me a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be at the forefront of the growth we are seeing across the Influencer landscape. As globalization, speed to innovation and complexity of consumer demand across the Internet continues, we are helping our clients determine the best and most responsible way to capitalize on where their consumer is 90% of the time – online. The technology Viral Nation is developing and utilizing harnesses their unmatched expertise in the intersection of entertainment, media and commerce where every consumer can be a Creator and every brand desires authentic communication to yield business results. I could not be more excited to be part of a company that believes change is always inevitable and thrives on the constant evolution of digital marketing," said Crampsie.
About Viral Nation
Viral Nation is a new media innovation group that powers the social ecosystem through integrated solutions that align strategy, talent, media, and technology. Viral Nation includes full-service creative agency, VN Marketing; creator and athlete-influencer management agencies, VN Talent and VN Sports; and R&D division, VN Tech.
With representation in eight countries and the industry's largest influencer network, our diverse, multidisciplinary teams are proud to fuel growth for the world's leading brands, including Anheuser-Busch, Baidu, Campbells, The Coca-Cola Company, Disney, eOne, Microsoft, Meta Platforms, Tencent, TJX, Uber, and Warner Brothers. For more information, please visit www.viralnation.com.
Instagram: @ViralNation
Twitter: @ViralNationInc
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Major League Hacking's (MLH) first acquisition of 2022 will bring greater scale for TechTogether's mission of increasing the gender diversity of the hackathon community; MLH also joins the first cohort for the Inaugural WorkplaceTech Accelerator with the Society for Human Resource Managers
NEW YORK, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Major League Hacking (MLH) is proud to announce two growth milestones; the acquisition of TechTogether and the acceptance into the first cohort of the Society for Human Resource Manager's (SHRM) WorkplaceTech Accelerator program.
Major League Hacking, the world's top developer community, uses the behavioral insights of 500,000+ community members to build a diverse pipeline of tech talent with the hard and soft skills required to close a company's skills gap. It is acquiring TechTogether, a non-profit founded by Fiona Whittington in 2017 that works to increase the gender diversity of the hackathon community and is credited in part with doubling the representation of women and non-binary people in the hackathon community. Even before the acquisition, MLH and TechTogher have already created one of the most gender-diverse communities of early technologists.
Founded in 2013, MLH is an organization focused on empowering future generations of technologists by helping them to learn the skills necessary to launch their careers. MLH facilitates hands-on educational experiences like hackathons, workshops, and internships where developers can work directly with the tools they'll use in the future. MLH has a global community that reaches 75 countries and touches more than 150,000 students each year. As of 2022, nearly one third of all US Software Developers joining the job market this year are alumni of the MLH community. As part of the SHRM, Major League Hacking hopes to reach a wider group of employers who are hiring tech talent even beyond the traditional tech companies they partner with today.
MLH is widely known among student developers for the 200+ weekend-long invention contests called hackathons they host on university campuses around the world each year. During these events developers gain hands-on experience creating websites, apps, robots and more. MLH events have played a part in the founding of many startups and organizations including TechTogether, which was founded at an MLH event in 2017.
"As an organization, MLH has been committed to making the hackathon community a safe and welcoming space from the very beginning." said Co-Founder and CEO Mike Swift. He continued "Fiona and TechTogether were early leaders who did a phenomenal job of creating safe spaces within our community. In officially becoming part of the MLH team, we can scale TechTogether's impact to serve more hackers worldwide."
TechTogether has supported more than 13,000 hackers and is most well known for its large-scale gender-focused hackathons that are run across the country. The organization is credited with doubling the representation of women and non-binary people in the student hackathon community in the US. With this acquisition, MLH will scale the TechTogether programs to have an even wider impact across the developer community globally.
Fiona Whittingon, Founder of TechTogether and now Director of Strategic Initiatives for MLH said "I am so excited to be joining MLH. Like TechTogether, MLH cares deeply about making hackathons inclusive and diverse. MLH also has deep experience supporting the growth of a community from the early days to more than 500,000 members. By joining forces with MLH, TechTogether will have access to resources and expertise that will help us empower hackers at an even greater scale and further our mission of increasing the gender diversity of the hackathon community."
"This merger is a game changer for technology companies. With demand for skilled talent being 2-3x supply in most markets, MLH and TechTogether have teamed up to accelerate the development of tech talent. TechTogether's focus on underestimated populations was brilliant. Now, together, these organizations are poised to make an even bigger impact by exposing emerging tech professionals to the opportunities that exist and providing them with fun ways to upskill. " said Nicole Gilmore, Former TechTogether Board Member
About Major League Hacking
Major League Hacking (MLH) is a mission-driven organization focused on empowering the next generation of technologists. MLH runs the largest community of early-career developers worldwide that now has more than 500,000 members. Through programs like hackathons, internships, and workshops, community members count on MLH to gain practical hands-on experience, build their professional networks, and ultimately launch their careers. MLH works with employers like AWS, Facebook, & Capital One to identify, train, and hire amazing, diverse technical talent directly from that community.
About TechTogether
TechTogether, the nation's largest initiative to address the gender inequities in the hackathon community, supports over 13,000 hackers. TechTogether is credited in part with more than doubling the representation of women and non-binary people in the hackathon community.
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Celebrating our Hispanic Culture through the Arts
By Sonia Gonzales
HOUSTON, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mariachi Festival presents a night at the Wortham Theater featuring the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) Ballet Folklórico on Saturday, August 6, 2022. This organization is comprised of 50 students who are pursing degrees in a variety of disciplines. The Ballet Folklórico has traveled throughout the U.S., Mexico, Canada, France and Italy to perform.
The UTRGV Ballet Folklórico has received national recognition through the American College Dance Association (ACDA). Their works have been showcased and selected to perform at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performance Arts in Washington, D.C.
Miguel Angel Peña Caballero serves as the director of the UTRGV Ballet Folklórico. He is a graduate from University of Texas – Pan American where he earned his BS and MS degrees in Electrical Engineering. He also has a MA degree in Fine Arts - Dance from the University of Wisconsin. He has choreographed special performances throughout the United States for many artists, including: Paquita la del Barrio, Vikki Carr, and Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán.
"There is no other group like UTRGV Ballet Folklórico", says Macaria Mendez, Chair of the Mariachi Festival Board of Directors. "We are excited to have them perform with Mariachi 7 Leguas and the University of Houston Mariachi Pumas. This will be a spectacular evening at a first-class venue."
As part of the Mariachi Festival, Texas youth will be able to compete in a mariachi vocal competition. One winner from an elementary school, middle school, and high school will be selected and will be asked to perform with the University of Houston Mariachi Pumas on August 6, 2022, at the Wortham Theater. To participate in competition, students must create a video of themselves singing and email it to houstonmariachifestival@gmail.com by May 31, 2022.
On July 13, 2022, at 6 pm, the National Hispanic Professional Organization (NHPO) will kick-off the Mariachi Festival and El Día de Los Muertos Parade at the Aquarium Restaurant Downtown. This event is open to the public. The El Día de Los Muertos Parade is scheduled for November 5, 2022, at Sam Houston Park.
For more information on the Mariachi Festival and the Texas Youth Mariachi Vocal Competition, go to www.HoustonMariachiFestival.com.
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FRESNO, Calif., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Integrated Prescription Management (IPM) is pleased to announce Chief Strategy Officer Melissa Hawkins earned a Gold Stevie® Award for Lifetime Achievement in the 20th annual American Business Awards®.
Hawkins' 25-year career includes developing proprietary programs that automate processes to assist with streamlining efficiencies and controlling prescription drug costs while improving access to care. Highlights include creating an innovative business unit serving the unique needs of the behavioral health and indigent market. Judges commented on her "strategy and innovation" as well as her "clear vision leveraging prior pharmacy experience."
"I'm honored to be recognized with a lifetime achievement award," said Hawkins. "I have a passion to work with our clients and provide best-in-class service. I'm incredibly thankful for my colleagues, family, friends, and our clients who have supported me throughout the years."
Under Hawkins' leadership, IPM serves behavioral health centers and indigent health facilities in more than 150 counties across Texas and in California, with plans for national expansion.
"With extensive experience in pharmacy benefits, a passion for technology, and a deep commitment to helping the underserved, Melissa brings a unique blend of skills to the table and has assisted several clients who have impacted thousands of patients over the years," said Rene Tangonan, IPM's Chief of Staff. "We're thrilled for Melissa's well-deserved recognition and applaud her many accomplishments."
The Stevie Awards recognize the world's top executives and teams in virtually every industry. More than 3,700 nominations from organizations of all sizes were considered in this year's competition.
About IPM
Integrated Prescription Management (IPM) is a full-service, middle market PBM that works with self-funded employer groups, brokers, TPAs, and behavioral health facilitates around the country. Founded in 2009, IPM provides award-winning service, integrated data, and innovative cost management services. The company is a four-time honoree on Inc. 5000's List of Fastest Growing Private Companies and has earned both Silver and Bronze recognition from the Stevie Awards for Customer Service Department of the Year. IPM is headquartered in Fresno, CA and maintains regional offices in Dallas, TX and Atlanta, GA.
About the Stevie Awards
Stevie Awards are conferred in eight programs: the Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, the German Stevie Awards, the Middle East & North Africa Stevie Awards, The American Business Awards®, The International Business Awards®, the Stevie Awards for Women in Business, the Stevie Awards for Great Employers, and the Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service. Stevie Awards competitions receive more than 12,000 entries each year from organizations in more than 70 nations. Honoring organizations of all types and sizes and the people behind them, the Stevies recognize outstanding performances in the workplace worldwide.
Sponsors of the 2022 American Business Awards include HCL America, John Hancock Financial Services, Melissa Sones Consulting, and SoftPro.
MEDIA CONTACT:
Debby Clark, Vice President, Marketing
Integrated Prescription Management (IPM)
dclark@rxipm.com | 559.612.6205
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NEW YORK, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Merit Hill Capital, a leading real estate investment firm focused on the self-storage sector, announced that Anne Hawkins has joined the firm as Chief Operating Officer.
Ms. Hawkins brings nearly two decades of operational leadership and investing experience to Merit Hill. Most recently, she served as Chief Operating Officer of Self Storage at Morningstar Properties, a top private operator with over 85 owned and operated facilities. At Morningstar, Ms. Hawkins led a team of over 200 employees across more than 10 states and drove a number of strategic initiatives to deliver exceptional financial performance. Prior to that, she served as Executive Vice President at STR, Inc., helping to build out STR's competitive benchmarking and analytics in new sectors, including self storage. Ms. Hawkins also was an investor with Great Hill Partners, a growth equity fund, and Thoma Bravo, a private equity fund focused on software and technology. She graduated from the University of Georgia as a Foundation Fellowship Scholar, the University's most prestigious undergraduate merit scholarship, and has a degree from Harvard Business School.
"Anne brings a wealth of experience, a strong network and a differentiated background that will be invaluable to Merit Hill as we scale to meet the rapidly expanding opportunity set ahead of us," commented Liz Schlesinger, Founder & CEO of Merit Hill. "Anne's appointment comes at a transformational time for both Merit Hill and the self-storage sector as we continue to grow and diversify our investor base. I honestly cannot imagine hiring a more perfect addition to complement our existing, experienced construction and asset management team and to enhance our unique value–add strategy."
"Merit Hill has built an incredible franchise in the self-storage sector under the visionary leadership of Liz," said Ms. Hawkins. "The firm is uniquely positioned to purchase self–storage facilities within a still fragmented industry and capitalize on robust industry fundamentals to deliver sector-leading results. I am excited to join the team and build on the firm's spectacular track record, deep industry relationships and strong support from investors."
About Merit Hill Capital
Merit Hill is a market-leading, self-storage real estate investment firm managing 239 properties across 32 states. Over the past five years, Merit Hill has built the 9th largest self-storage portfolio in the United States and has established a reputation as one of the most experienced firms in the sector. The Merit Hill team has reviewed over 5,500 individual properties, invested in 327 properties in 188 transactions and sold 88 properties since 2016, producing significant returns for investors on realized investments. The firm engages third-party property managers, including some of the largest publicly-traded self-storage REITS, and deploys a hands-on, "manager of managers" asset management strategy to monitor the individual asset and portfolio performance. Merit Hill was founded by Elizabeth Raun Schlesinger, who has been investing and deploying an active and hands-on asset management approach exclusively in the self-storage sector since 2006 and previously built from inception the 8th largest self-storage portfolio in the United States.
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Peerless-AV® brings its all-weather outdoor smart TVs, powered by LG Display, to residential outdoor spaces across North America with the new launch of Neptune™ Partial Sun Series
AURORA, Ill., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Neptune™ by Peerless-AV®, an accomplished designer and manufacturer of outdoor displays and TVs to elite applications, is pleased to announce the launch of Neptune™ Partial Sun Outdoor Smart TVs. The new Partial Sun Series includes 55", 65", and 75" outdoor TV options, equipped with a free Neptune Outdoor Tilting Wall Mount ($199 USD value), making outdoor entertainment dreams a reality for homes across North America.
An all-season solution for year-round outdoor entertainment and living, Neptune Outdoor Smart TVs can be easily installed in any outdoor area of the home – from backyards, patios, outdoor kitchens, pool areas, and more. Created with industry leader Peerless-AV's innovative technologies and maintenance-free construction, the Partial Sun Series can withstand harsh weather elements such as rain and snow, as well as operate in temperatures ranging from -22°F to 122°F (-30°C to 50°C).
Powered by LG Display, the series is crafted with best-in-class features and video quality. The TV's high dynamic range offers brighter highlights with more contrast, resulting in deeper and richer colors for a more realistic, natural image. Complete with 4K, UHD resolution, and an IPS panel to boost color performance and consistency, Neptune Outdoor TVs offer 178-degrees of viewing angles, so consumers can enjoy stunning views from anywhere in their backyard oasis.
Fan favorites are just a click away with this Outdoor Smart TV line thanks to the integrated webOS software, which allows for easy access to favorite apps. This smart TV is customizable with hundreds of apps available in the webOS content store, so consumers can enjoy enhanced content from popular streaming services right in their backyard.
Featuring the exclusive LG ThinQ AI Home Dashboard, the Outdoor Smart TVs allow for convenient control of compatible connected IoT devices, such as smart home lights, appliances, and more.
"The core of social gatherings in recent years has been outdoor entertaining," stated Nick Belcore, Executive Vice President, Peerless-AV. "Consumers are investing in their outdoor setups, creating an oasis that is inviting, comfortable, and functional. As leaders in the AV industry for over 80 years, we're proud to be able to construct a new solution that is technologically innovative, easy to install, and maintenance free. With the Neptune Partial Sun Outdoor Smart TVs, quality, all-season outdoor entertaining and living is possible for any backyard paradise."
Neptune Partial Sun Outdoor Smart TVs are available in 55", 65", or 75" sizes and their respective mounting solutions can be found at neptuneTV.com, and through authorized retailers and distributors. Authorized retailers are listed below by region.
- US: ABT, Amazon, Best Buy, B&H, BJ's
- Canada: Costco, Gibby's, Tanguay, The Brick, Visions Electronics
About Neptune™ Partial Sun Outdoor Smart TVs by Peerless-AV®
With Neptune™ Partial Sun Outdoor Smart TVs, entertainment goes beyond four walls into all-seasons of the great outdoors – whether that be a backyard patio, pool house, outdoor kitchen, and more. Crafted with the consumer in mind and paired with Peerless-AV's over 80 years of expertise as an AV solutions manufacturer, Neptune Outdoor TVs are all weather rated, from rain and snow to hot temperatures and beyond, while providing an optimal viewing experience from all angles. Neptune Partial Sun Outdoor Smart TVs by Peerless-AV® make outdoor entertainment a maintenance-free luxury for all to enjoy. To learn more, visit neptunetv.com.
Connect with Neptune Outdoor TVs via social media on Facebook and Instagram.
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Amanda Whited
732-212-0823 x409
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Lindt's delicious OatMilk bars set to be the first non-dairy, milk-style chocolate bar available nationally
STRATHAM, N.H., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lindt & Sprüngli revealed its latest, exciting offering today with the launch of its Lindt CLASSIC RECIPE OatMilk chocolate bars. Lindt fans, chocolate lovers and plant-based enthusiasts alike will welcome the announcement of two new flavors – Lindt CLASSIC RECIPE OatMilk and Lindt CLASSIC RECIPE OatMilk Salted Caramel – which offer the irresistible taste, smoothness and creamy texture that consumers have come to expect from the entire Lindt CLASSIC RECIPE portfolio.
The Lindt Master Chocolatiers expertly crafted the finest cocoa and oat milk into a delicious non-dairy chocolate bar, taking the art of chocolate making to a whole new level – non-dairy chocolate beyond words. CLASSIC RECIPE OatMilk Salted Caramel goes one step further with the addition of crunchy salted caramel pieces. In addition to being non-dairy, the bars are also plant-based and made with gluten-free oats.
"We are constantly looking for ways to create chocolate that everyone can enjoy. We are thrilled to bring this new product to U.S. consumers," said Lindt Master Chocolatier, Ann Czaja. "Lindt CLASSIC RECIPE OatMilk bars will deliver the same smooth, creamy experience as our Lindt CLASSIC RECIPE milk chocolate, all without the dairy."
Non-dairy options are popular among consumers with vegan or flexitarian lifestyles. According to The Hartman Group's 2021 Health & Wellness: Reimagining Well-being COVID-19 report, 48 percent of U.S. consumers now look for food and drink products labeled 'plant-based.'
Plant-based dairy alternatives were mostly available in dark chocolate. Lindt CLASSIC RECIPE OatMilk bars now provide consumers nationwide with the first non-dairy, milk-style chocolate created by a mass chocolate brand.
Lindt CLASSIC RECIPE OatMilk and Lindt CLASSIC RECIPE OatMilk Salted Caramel will be available online and at retailers nationwide beginning March 2022 in individually wrapped 3.5oz bars (SRP: $4.49). To learn more about Lindt CLASSIC RECIPE OatMilk, visit lindtusa.com.
Follow the launch of Lindt CLASSIC RECIPE OatMilk on hashtags #OatallyAmazing and #ThisIsLindtOatMilk.
About Lindt & Sprüngli
Lindt & Sprüngli has been enchanting the world with chocolate for over 175 years. The traditional Swiss company with its roots in Zurich is a global leader in the premium chocolate sector. Today, Lindt & Sprüngli produces quality chocolates at its 11 factories in Europe and the USA. Its products are sold by 31 subsidiaries and regional offices, in around 500 of its own shops, as well as via a network of more than 100 independent distributors around the globe. With more than 14,000 employees, the Lindt & Sprüngli Group reported sales of CHF 4.59 billion in 2021.
Contact:
Laura Libert
laura.libert@hkstrategies.com
(512) 983-4470
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Bold survey details changing motivations reported by older adults and reinforces importance of regular exercise for improved overall physical and mental health
LOS ANGELES, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Age Bold, Inc. (Bold), a digital health company delivering science-based exercise programs for balance and fall prevention, joint pain management, and healthier aging has announced the findings of its latest survey revealing the current state of exercise, health, and aging among older adults nationwide.
Previous research has shown physical activity can reduce feelings of depression and anxiety, in addition to many other benefits for healthy aging overall. Unfortunately, since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, older Americans have become less physically active. As May is both Mental Health Awareness Month and Older Americans Month, Bold set out to analyze responses from over 1,000 survey respondents to understand current trends at the intersection of aging, exercise, health.
The 15-question online survey, conducted from April 18-19, 2022, paneled adults ages 50+ to self-report their overall health, attitudes, behaviors, and experiences aging. Key takeaways from the survey include:
- Exercise Motivations and Habits Shift After 65
- Exercise Linked to Improved Overall Health
- Experience of Ageism Associated with Poorer Mental Health
- Opportunity for Online Services to Engage Less Active Individuals
- Bridging the Gap Between Health Education and Action
- Notable Gender Differences
Bold's team of experts are available on request to provide further context on the significance of these results.
About Bold
Bold is a digital health and wellness company focused on disease prevention and healthy aging via the Bold Fall Prevention Program. Utilizing personalized and science based exercise programs, we help our members get stronger and healthier so that they can chase the life they want at any age. At a time in which the cost of healthcare, particularly for older adults, continues to soar, Bold serves to reduce cost and increase quality and value for older adults, health plans, and providers alike. Today, over 10 million individuals have access to Bold through their health plans. Bold is a venture backed company, including investors at Andreessen Horowitz, Khosla Ventures, Primetime Partners, and GingerBread Capital.
Media Contact:
Madeline Wilson
Bold@nexttechcomms.com
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App overcomes major awareness roadblock at the point-of-care so providers and coordinators ideally never overlook possible clinical trial opportunities for patients
BIRMINGHAM, Ala., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- IllumiCare, a pioneer in point-of-care healthcare information technology, has automated the process of connecting patients to local or hybrid clinical trials during an appointment or consultation through its new Trials App on the Smart Ribbon®.
IllumiCare's Smart Ribbon® is a non-intrusive ribbon of information that floats above the EHR at point-of-care, nudging providers on different actions and information from more than 20 apps. The Trials App, specifically, nudges providers in real-time if the patient they are seeing meets the referral criteria for an institutional clinical trial, as established by the local research team.
"Meetings between doctors and patients provide a critical opportunity to determine which clinical trials may serve as a therapeutic option for a patient, yet historically, this information is either hard to access or is provided through general, obtrusive alert systems in the EHR," said Mukul Mehra, MD, CMO of IllumiCare "The Trials App presents patient-specific clinical trials for consideration within the clinician's workflow, streamlining the process from awareness to enrollment for providers, study coordinators and patients."
IllumiCare's Trials App is the first available tool that works within the existing EHR system to alert providers about trials matching their specific patient's criteria at the time most prime for the conversation about options, increasing their likelihood to join. In addition, it's the only technology that takes that match a step further and directly connects patients to trial coordinators for follow up, enabled by one simple click.
Coordinators have a full view of patients interested in a trial and can control referral criteria within the App and sort data to match criteria for reports and to prioritize studies, giving them control over the recruitment process without EHR programming. This process makes it easier for coordinators to comprehensively track a patients' journey within the recruitment process, allowing them to tailor communication and increase participation.
"The golden handoff in clinical trials occurs when a treating provider refers a patient to a local coordinator for follow-up. Today, this is a painfully manual process, and the Trials App enables that process in a floating window, connecting all players within clinical trials into one seamless solution," said G.T. LaBorde, CEO of IllumiCare. "Data shows that patients who enroll in a clinical trial referred by their provider have higher enrollment, participation and completion than someone who finds the trial on their own. This App will amplify these conversations between provider and patient, increasing patient recruitment while expediting it. CROs and sponsors can leverage this point-of-care nudging technology to enroll and close their studies faster, thereby more quickly bringing the latest life saving innovations to market.
The Trials App is available on IllumiCare's Smart Ribbon®. For more information, visit https://illumicare.com/trials-app/.
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BETHESDA, Md., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
Graduation
Before your high school graduate celebrates, talk with them about keeping events alcohol-free. It may save a life!
No amount of underage drinking is legal or safe. And we know that underage drinking can lead to consuming too much alcohol, which may result in poor decisions, injuries, alcohol overdose, and possibly death.
It's About Your Teen
A teenager's brain is still developing, and it is very sensitive to alcohol's effects on judgment and decision-making. Tragedies can—and do—happen, so underage drinking should not be a part of any end-of-year celebration.
The Effects of Alcohol Can Be Deceptive
If you are asked to explain the reasons behind your rules, you can describe the effects of alcohol on the human body.
When people drink alcohol, they may temporarily feel elated and happy, but they should not be fooled. As blood alcohol level rises, the effects on the body—and the potential risks—multiply.
- Inhibitions and memory become affected, so people may say and do things that they will regret later and possibly not remember doing at all.
- Decision-making skills are affected, so people may be at greater risk for driving under the influence—and risking an alcohol-related traffic crash—or making unsafe decisions about sex.
- Aggression can increase, potentially leading to everything from verbal abuse to physical fights.
- Coordination and physical control are also impacted. When drinking leads to loss of balance, slurred speech, and blurred vision, even normal activities can become more dangerous.
Consuming a dangerously high amount of alcohol can also lead to alcohol overdose and death. When people drink too much, they may eventually pass out (lose consciousness). Reflexes like gagging and breathing can be suppressed. That means people who have had too much alcohol could vomit and choke, or just stop breathing completely. The risk of an overdose can increase if alcohol is consumed while taking opioids or sedative hypnotics such as sleep and anti-anxiety medications. Combining these medications with alcohol can be dangerous and life-threatening.
A Word About Alcohol Overdose
Thousands of students are transported to the emergency department each year for alcohol overdose, which occurs when high levels of alcohol suppress the nervous and respiratory systems. Signs of this dangerous condition can include:
- Slow or irregular breathing;
- Vomiting;
- Mental confusion, stupor, loss of consciousness, or coma; and
- Hypothermia or low body temperature, bluish or pale skin.
An alcohol overdose can lead to permanent brain damage or death, so a person showing any of these signs requires immediate medical attention.
If you or your graduate notices any of these signs, don't wait. Call 911 if you suspect an alcohol overdose.
Think About It!
Drinking to celebrate graduation can result in vandalism, arrests, sexual assaults, injuries and trips to the emergency room, alcohol-related traffic crashes, and worse. Drinking by teens can put them—and their friends—in real danger. Ask them to consider this question: Is that any way to celebrate?
Talk With Your Graduate
It is critical to talk with your graduate because research shows that parents do make a difference. By serving as a positive role model, talking with other parents and your teens, supervising parties to make sure no alcohol is served, and supporting alcohol-free school celebrations, you can help prevent a life-changing mistake.
Remember…
Tell your graduate to play it safe and party right—and alcohol-free—at graduation. Because a well-deserved celebration shouldn't end in tragedy.
For more information, please visit: https://www.CollegeDrinkingPrevention.gov
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MILWAUKEE, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Northwestern Mutual today announced the appointment of Jeff Sippel to executive vice president and chief information officer. In his role, Sippel will head the technology organization responsible for advancing the company's technology architecture, infrastructure and cloud services, reliability, service support, and information risk/cybersecurity. He also serves on the company's senior executive leadership team.
"Jeff's extensive technology background coupled with his successful leadership in accelerating our client experience strategy over the last few years make him the ideal fit for this role," said John Schlifske, chairman, president and CEO, Northwestern Mutual. "His industry experiences and focus on building technology that is innovative, secure and reliable will continue to have a meaningful impact on our clients, advisors and company in the years ahead."
Sippel previously served as vice president, client experience, leading digital strategy and financial planning strategies, since joining the company in 2019.
Prior to joining Northwestern Mutual, Sippel held the role of chief technology officer and chief strategy officer at Acorns, a financial technology and financial services company that specializes in micro-investing and robo-investing, leading the company's technology engineering, infrastructure, data science and security. He also served as chief technology officer at Edo Interactive, where he was responsible for the product management, engineering and analytics capabilities that developed transactional data analysis capabilities for many of the biggest financial institutions in the world, such as Visa, Citibank, and Capital One.
Sippel holds his MBA from Northwestern University and a B.S. in industrial engineering from the University of Wisconsin in Madison.
This new appointment follows the departure of Neal Sample who recently stepped down from his role as executive vice president and chief information officer to pursue new opportunities.
"I want to thank Neal for his partnership and leadership in driving our business forward and positioning us for the future," Schlifske said. "Neal was instrumental in advancing our technology infrastructure, reliability, data and information security, while attracting top talent."
About Northwestern Mutual
Northwestern Mutual has been helping people and businesses achieve financial security for more than 165 years. Through a holistic planning approach, Northwestern Mutual combines the expertise of its financial professionals with a personalized digital experience and industry-leading products to help its clients plan for what's most important. With more than $570 billion in combined company and client assets, $34 billion in revenues, and $2.1 trillion worth of life insurance protection in force, Northwestern Mutual delivers financial security to nearly five million people with life, disability income and long-term care insurance, annuities, and brokerage and advisory services. Northwestern Mutual ranked 90 on the 2021 FORTUNE 500 and was recognized by FORTUNE® as one of the "World's Most Admired" life insurance companies in 2022.
Northwestern Mutual is the marketing name for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company (NM), Milwaukee, WI (life and disability insurance, annuities, and life insurance with long-term care benefits) and its subsidiaries. Subsidiaries include Northwestern Mutual Investment Services, LLC (NMIS) (investment brokerage services), broker-dealer, registered investment adviser, member FINRA and SIPC; the Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company® (NMWMC) (investment advisory and services), federal savings bank; and Northwestern Long Term Care Insurance Company (NLTC) (long-term care insurance). Not all Northwestern Mutual representatives are advisors. Only those representatives with "Advisor" in their title or who otherwise disclose their status as an advisor of NMWMC are credentialed as NMWMC representatives to provide investment advisory services.
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SAN FRANCISCO , May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hagens Berman urges Natera, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTRA) investors who suffered significant losses and wish to lead the securities fraud case to submit your losses now.
Class Period: Feb. 26, 2020 – Apr. 19, 2022
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: June 27, 2022
Visit: www.hbsslaw.com/investor-fraud/NTRA
Contact An Attorney Now: NTRA@hbsslaw.com
844-916-0895
Natera, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTRA) Securities Fraud Class Action:
Defendants have repeatedly claimed that its screening test for kidney transplant failure ("Prospera") was superior to competitors' tests and that its non-invasive prenatal test ("Panorama") was reliable.
According to the complaint, Defendants misrepresented or failed to disclose that: (1) Panorama was not reliable and resulted in high rates of false positives; (2) Prospera did not have superior precision compared to competing tests; (3) as a result of Defendants' false and misleading claims about Natera's technology, the company was exposed to substantial legal and regulatory risks; and, (4) Natera relied upon deceptive sales and billing practices to drive its revenue growth.
On Jan. 1, 2022 The New York Times reported that positive results for genetic disorders such as DiGeorge and Prader-Willi syndromes when using Natera's test are incorrect more than 80% of the time.
On Jan. 14, 2022, the Campaign for Accountability requested the SEC to investigate whether Natera knowingly overstated the accuracy of Panorama.
On Mar. 9, 2022, analyst Hindenburg Research published a scathing report concluding that "Natera's revenue growth has been fueled by deceptive sales and billing practices aimed at doctors, insurance companies and expectant mothers."
On Mar. 14, 2022, a federal jury found that Natera intentionally and willfully misled the public by utilizing false advertisements to market Prospera as being more effective than CareDx's competing AlloSure test.
"We're focused on investors' losses and proving Natera misrepresented the reliability and superiority of its tests," said Reed Kathrein, the Hagens Berman partner leading the investigation.
If you invested in Natera and have significant losses, or have knowledge that may assist the firm's investigation, click here to discuss your legal rights with Hagens Berman.
Whistleblowers: Persons with non-public information regarding Natera should consider their options to help in the investigation or take advantage of the SEC Whistleblower program. Under the new program, whistleblowers who provide original information may receive rewards totaling up to 30 percent of any successful recovery made by the SEC. For more information, call Reed Kathrein at 844-916-0895 or email mailto:NTRA@hbsslaw.com.
About Hagens Berman
Hagens Berman is a global plaintiffs' rights complex litigation law firm focusing on corporate accountability through class-action law. The firm is home to a robust securities litigation practice and represents investors as well as whistleblowers, workers, consumers and others in cases achieving real results for those harmed by corporate negligence and fraud. More about the firm and its successes can be found at hbsslaw.com. Follow the firm for updates and news at @ClassActionLaw.
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Providing Continuous Penetration Testing with context, and a host of other features, the Incenter platform is built to give organizations what they need to effectively secure their environment
NEW YORK, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- OccamSec, a leading cybersecurity provider, announced today the launch of their Incenter platform. Incenter identifies the security weaknesses an organization has in real-time, and helps teams develop insights and communicate business context from a security perspective.
For today's organizations, the threat landscape is constantly evolving. Penetration testing and vulnerability scanning can help, but with new vulnerabilities and exploits found all the time, infrequent testing means risk data may be outdated. At the same time the industry is trending towards slicing the solution ever thinner, which means costs keep increasing.
Incenter combines the functionality of a range of security services in one single solution. The platform provides, in real time, where an organization is vulnerable, and just as critically, what the impact will be if an attack occurs.
Incenter utilizes a dual approach. It combines the best in technology with advanced automated testing, and the best in people with OccamSec's security team. Supported by vulnerability research and a threat intelligence team, the burden on clients having to buy multiple services is eliminated.
Users have the ability to generate reports that compile real-time information with the touch of a button, rather than waiting for a timed report to be generated. Incenter also provides step-by-step guidance on how to mitigate any risks that are identified, with the tools an organization already has which means no hidden costs.
Incenter combines the functionality of a range of security services in one single solution:
- Manual Penetration Testing
- Penetration Testing as a Service (PTaaS)
- Automated Security Validation (ASV)
- Vulnerability Scanning
- External Attack Surface Management (EASM)
- Crowd Source Penetration Testing
- Threat Intelligence
This provides a single source of truth on the exposures an organization faces. Improving the effectiveness of any security team, regardless of size, and at the same time breaking organizations out of ever increasing cyber security expenditure.
The platform's focus on the unique business context of each organization means that security teams no longer have to trudge through 1000's of scan findings or determine how relevant a penetration test finding is and how to fix it. At the same time from the dashboard, management can see a high level summary of their organization's exposure, the likelihood of a breach, and how much it's going to cost them.
"Over the years we have seen what works, what doesn't and where the gaps are," says OccamSec founder Mark Stamford. "The biggest gap is organizations needing more and more tools and services to effectively secure themselves. The key to effective security is joining the dots, not having ever more dots scattered in ever more places. With Incenter we have combined the talents of our security team and their expert knowledge, with a technical solution that is unrivaled. The result is a win for our clients, regardless of size."
Incenter is now available. For more information, visit: www.occamsec.com/incenter
About OccamSec
OccamSec is a leading provider in the world of cybersecurity. Its clients rely on them to provide information security services that exceed current industry standards. OccamSec provides accurate, actionable information to reduce risk and enable better informed decisions. Its unique end-to-end solutions detect, identify, respond, and protect in order to maximize the effectiveness of security programs.
OccamSec's methodology is the result of years of experience in the field, providing real business outcomes. Its team has performed security assessments at some of the world's largest companies, including financial services and technology. They bring this experience to each and every project, ensuring that their clients get the best service in the industry.
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Ofinno recognized as a bronze level winner for unique process of innovation into 5G/6G, IEEE 802.11 (WiFi), and video compression technologies.
RESTON, Va., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ofinno, LLC, a research and development lab pioneering innovation in wireless communication and video coding technologies was recognized as the Most Innovative Company of the Year (fewer than 100 employees) at the Bronze level by the 20th Annual Stevie American Business Awards.
"At Ofinno, our mission is to empower innovators into the next generation of 5G, IEEE 802.11 (WiFi), and video compression technologies, a mission we accomplish through close collaboration between our expert technical and legal teams," said Esmael Dinan, founder and chief executive officer at Ofinno. "Being recognized as a Most Innovative Company of the Year by the American Business Awards is a great honor, and we look forward to continuing our work of delivering innovative technologies that are protected by some of the industry's strongest patents."
The American Business Awards are the U.S.A.'s premier business awards program and this year's awards featured over 3,700 nominations which were judged by over 230 of the world's top business leaders. Based on judge feedback, Ofinno was recognized with this award due to its "entrepreneurial spirit that combines with technological excellence to deliver innovation," and its "rapid development and progress over the past year."
"We are so pleased that we will be able to stage our first ABA awards banquet since 2019 and to celebrate, in person, the achievements of such a diverse group of organizations and individuals," said Maggie Miller, president of the Stevie Awards.
To learn more about Ofinno's Research and Development in 5G, IEEE 802.11, and video compression technologies and their portfolio of patents available for sale visit our webpage here.
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About Ofinno, LLC
Ofinno, LLC, is a research and development lab based in Northern Virginia, that specializes in inventing and patenting future technologies including 5G/6G, IEEE 802.11 (WiFi), and video compression. Ofinno's researchers create technologies that address some of the most important issues faced by wireless device users and the carriers that serve them. Ofinno's research involves technologies such as 5G Radio and Core networks, IoT, V2X, and ultra-reliable low latency communications. Our innovators create the technologies and oversee the entire process from design to the time the technology is sold. For more information about Ofinno, please visit www.ofinno.com.
About the Stevie Awards
Stevie Awards are conferred in eight programs: the Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, the German Stevie Awards, the Middle East & North Africa Stevie Awards, The American Business Awards®, The International Business Awards®, the Stevie Awards for Women in Business, the Stevie Awards for Great Employers, and the Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service. Stevie Awards competitions receive more than 12,000 entries each year from organizations in more than 70 nations. Honoring organizations of all types and sizes and the people behind them, the Stevies recognize outstanding performances in the workplace worldwide. Learn more about the Stevie Awards at http://www.StevieAwards.com.
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BOSTON and SARASOTA, Fla., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Overjet, a leader in dental artificial intelligence solutions for providers and payers, today announced a partnership with Dental Care Alliance (DCA). As one of the largest dental support organizations in the nation, DCA supports more than 370 affiliate dental practices across 21 states. The partnership brings Overjet's FDA-cleared dental AI software to DCA's extensive network of allied practices across various dental specialties.
The partnership builds on both companies' shared commitment to delivering first-rate clinical care and an outstanding patient experience. By incorporating Overjet's dental AI software, Dental Care Alliance is taking proactive steps to streamline the diagnostic workflow, create better doctor-patient communication, and improve patient outcomes. This expanded rollout builds upon an initial pilot program between the two organizations.
"Dental Care Alliance was founded with the mission to advance the practice of dentistry," said Dr. Don Gallo, Chief Clinical Officer of Dental Care Alliance. "We provide an infrastructure that enables our partners and allied dentists to deliver the highest quality of care to patients, utilizing the industry's latest treatments and procedures. We expect Overjet's dental AI platform to improve the experience for our clinical teams and patients, as well as serve as a training aid in DCA's mentoring program for recent graduates."
Dental Care Alliance has integrated multiple technologies to elevate dental care through teamwork and technology and has been recognized by the industry for its drive to improve and affect meaningful change across its growing network of dental practices. With the goal to improve operational efficiencies and patient outcomes through digital transformation, DCA is the newest dental group to adopt Overjet.
"With this partnership, Overjet and Dental Care Alliance are combining the best of dental AI with one of the most diverse dental support organizations in the country to improve oral health," said Wardah Inam, Co-Founder and CEO of Overjet. "Dental Care Alliance has built its strong reputation on delivering a proven and constantly evolving support infrastructure that enables its allied practices to deliver best-in-class patient care. We are proud to partner with DCA to support clinicians with technology to dramatically improve the quality of care to patients."
To learn more about how dental support organizations are using Overjet's dental AI platform to lead the change to clinically precise, efficient & patient-centric dental care, visit https://www.overjet.com/dca
About Overjet
Overjet is the global leader in dental artificial intelligence, helping both payers and providers improve patient care. By combining deep expertise in dentistry and advanced engineering, Overjet develops accurate and quantified ways to detect pathologies, and integrates actionable insights into systems and workflows to operationalize a feedback loop between payors, providers, and patients. The company was founded by experts from the MIT and Harvard School of Dental Medicine and has assembled the largest and most seasoned team of technologists and domain experts with deep AI, dental, and insurance experience. Every day, some of the largest DSOs and insurance companies rely on accurate information provided by Overjet to deliver care and service to patients. Learn more at www.overjet.com.
About Dental Care Alliance
Founded in 1991 and headquartered in Sarasota, FL, Dental Care Alliance's mission is to advance the practice of dentistry. DCA currently supports 370 allied practices and more than 775 dentists across 21 states. DCA's allied practices represent all dental specialties and treat patients under more than 140 brand names. www.dentalcarealliance.com
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Sole provider of high-performance storage using NVMe/TCP and NVMe/RoCE drivers certified for both Microsoft Windows and VMware vSphere
SAN JOSE, Calif., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pavilion Data Systems, the leading data analytics acceleration platform provider and a pioneer of NVMe-Over-Fabrics (NVMe-oF), announced today the certification of NVMe/TCP for VMware vSphere 7 Update 3. Achieving this certification solidifies Pavilion's position as having the world's broadest certified support for VMware vSphere 7 Update 3.
With certified support on the VMware Compatibility Guide for NVMe/RDMA, NVMe/TCP, NFS, and iSCSI, Pavilion's HyperParallel Flash Array is the industry's sole provider of high performance storage with a multi-protocol platform for modern Ethernet-based VMware shared storage. As a result, customers decrease risk, enjoy choice and control, and can easily deploy Pavilion into existing NAS or iSCSI storage networks, replacing legacy systems that lack performance, capacity, and ability to leverage NVMe-oF.
For data centers that must have the lowest latency for demanding applications like SQL Server or NoSQL databases, Pavilion offers NVMe/RDMA support on VMware vSphere that provides latencies under 25 microseconds for writes and less than 100 microseconds for reads that are superior to all other storage vendors.
"Boston has a large base of CPU and GPU customers, and we are regularly asked for high throughput and low latency solutions to support SQL databases on VMWare vSphere platforms," said Amos Ankrah, Solutions Specialist at Boston. "Our labs are consistently testing products to offer the best solutions for the right applications. Having run our own benchmarks on the innovative Pavilion multi-controller storage platform, we can verify the lightning speeds on VMware vSphere, with microsecond latencies. Offering access to our labs means that other organizations can run their own workloads and benchmarks too."
Administrators can change protocols on the fly through an intuitive GUI from iSCSI to NVMe-oF/TCP and double performance with half the latency. With no messy volume migrations, no cloning of volumes, or data movement, VMs just get higher performance and risk is eliminated.
For NAS customers, Pavilion's certified NFS support delivers up to 78GB/sec Read and 56GB/sec write with capacities up to 2PB in 4 Rack Units (RU). That's 2-10x faster throughput than leading NAS storage arrays when normalized to 1 RU.
"VMware is continuously innovating for our customers and we are leading the industry with our work on NVMe," said Paul Turner, Vice President Product Management vSphere, VMware. "Working with partners like Pavilion we are certifying new NVMe storage systems which help our customers improve performance, reduce cost and gain competitive advantage."
"Pavilion is one of the first certified solutions for vSphere 7 using NVMe/RDMA," said VR Satish Chief Technology Officer at Pavilion. "Adding NVMe/TCP to our existing certifications of NVMe/RDMA, NFS, and iSCSI, enables us to offer the industry's lowest latencies and further strengthens our portfolio to deliver the ultimate in customer choice and control. The bottom line is that I/O performance should no longer be a reason for companies to continue to deploy and operate applications on bare metal."
Pavilion provides the data analytics acceleration platform that enables enterprises to derive greater value from their data—faster, simpler, and at scale. We are the perfect complement for AI/ML, HPC, analytics, edge and other data-driven workloads and the ideal data IO platform for GPU-based computing platforms. The Pavilion HyperParallel Data Platform, powered by Pavilion HyperOS, delivers unmatched performance and density, ultra-low latency, unlimited scalability and flexibility, providing customers unprecedented choice and control. Learn why Fortune 500 companies and federal government agencies choose Pavilion. Visit www.pavilion.io and follow Pavilion on LinkedIn.
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Leading Sexual Wellness Brand Turns Consumers on to Music as Catalyst for Climaxing
NEWTON, Mass., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- plusOne, the leading provider of sexual wellness devices, has launched a playlist in honor of May's Masturbation Awareness Month, to encourage self-pleasure by catching a vibe – with music. plusOne's curated playlist called Good Vibrations is available now to consumers to enjoy however they choose, whenever they choose.
Psychologically and culturally, listening to music is a pleasurable activity, leading to the release of dopamine, but it also enhances sexual experiences by helping to reduce stress, increasing intimacy and inspiring different emotions. The playlist provides a scintillating musical experience for women (and couples) to set the mood through a crescendo that provides a release at climax. It includes a mixture of soothing, sensual songs that help set the mood for hands-on fun.
plusOne continues to home in on its mission to break down barriers and outdated taboos regarding sexual self-pleasure with the launch of the playlist, which further promotes a personalized sexual wellness experience. "We are dedicated to supporting women's sexual wellness journeys and continue to seek out ways to make its numerous health benefits more accessible and stimulating, while also making the conversation around self-pleasure more mainstream and approachable" said Jamie Leventhal, Founder and CEO of plusOne.
The brand has already made major strides by making premium sexual wellness products available at affordable prices at most major food, drug, and mass retailers in the U.S., including CVS, Target, Walgreens, Meijer, Amazon, Kroger, Harris Teeter, Cardinal Health, Giant Eagle, and other regional stores. Their line of beautiful, high-performance products includes several different types and styles to fit the life of the novice to the sexpert.
All plusOne sexual wellness devices are satisfyingly superior: each is fully waterproof, made with body-safe silicone, solidly crafted with rechargeable lithium-ion batteries and quick-charging USB cables, delivering powerful pulsations with a variety of vibration settings easily controlled with a quick touch of a button. To learn more about plusOne and its product offerings, visit: https://myplusone.com/.
About plusOne®
plusOne® is breaking down barriers and outdated taboos regarding sexual self-pleasure with our line of beautiful, high-performance, and affordable sexual wellness products. Designed by the beauty and personal care company clio, plusOne® was originally conceived (and we continue to look at the brand) through the lens of beauty and wellness – making the foundation and continuing essence of the brand unique. plusOne® has already made major strides toward eliminating the stigma of sexual self-pleasure by making premium and approachable sexual wellness products available affordably at most major food, drug and mass retailers in the U.S. and abroad. The plusOne® range includes several different types of products and styles fit for any need, allowing women (and couples!) to enjoy themselves however they choose, whenever they choose.
All plusOne® products are manufactured with body-safe silicone and are waterproof. Each plusOne® product is ultra-hygienic and easy to clean, providing the best self-pleasure with the touch of a button. While many sexual wellness devices are expensive, plusOne® is democratizing the category with high-quality vibrators and arousers at a cost everyone can afford.
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LOS ANGELES, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In honor of this year's National Day of Prayer, a Congressionally sanctioned event held on the first Thursday in May, Pray.com announced the release of its first non-fungible token (NFT).
Pray.com is the first faith-based company into the metaverse, launching the original prayer NFT as part of its Web3, Crypto and Metaverse educational initiative, PRAY TEAM. This launch is for Christians who want to learn about cryptocurrency. Anyone who participates in the National Day of Prayer livestream will receive the NFT, a National Day of Prayer coin.
"This is a unique opportunity for the Christian community to be at the forefront of technology and help shape it for good," said Chief Technology Officer and Co-founder of Pray.com, Ryan Beck. "Crypto, Web3, NFTs and the Metaverse are reshaping the future of technology, and Pray.com is leading the charge for Christians around the world to be a part of it by building the first global community for Christians to learn about crypto, and by creating new technologies for faith-based content."
Pray.com is excited to work with the National Day of Prayer Task Force, Open3.com, POAP.xyz, and Polygon.technology to introduce Christians to the world of Crypto by offering a unique Proof of Attendance NFT for those attending the 2022 National Day of Prayer. Pray.com will be launching the NFT on the Polygon network while using the Proof of Attendance Protocol (POAP). Dr. Malachi O'Brien, a leader in the NFT and POAP space, stated the significance of the event, "Pray.com is making Web3 history with its National Day of Prayer NFT."
"Web3 is growing at a rate of over 100% year-over-year and is expected to reach 1 billion users by 2027. This is exciting for Christians and the Church because these technologies bring power to communities and people rather than platforms," Beck added. "They enable communities and people to take back ownership of their data and protect themselves from censorship."
In fact, early adopters of the Christian community, such as James Lawrence and Matt Hayes at Engiven.com, have already started to explore the potential of Web3, developing a platform to make cryptocurrency donations accessible to 501c3 organizations.
According to Lawrence, Engiven's Co-founder and CEO, "Cryptocurrency is rapidly becoming a powerful new asset to spur on generosity and elevate Kingdom growth. We're seeing significant engagement from both givers and ministries as crypto and NFTs are leveraged to bring greater financial impact and ministry self-reliance."
"We believe in freedom of religion and the promise of Web3 technology to create a censorship-free future," said Steve Gatena, Founder and CEO of Pray.com. "This is the first step toward that future for the Church."
For more information about PRAY TEAM, visit www.prayteam.com.
About Pray.com
Founded in 2016 with a mission to grow faith and cultivate community, Pray.com is the world's No. 1 app for daily prayer and Bible-based audio content. Its new initiative, PRAY TEAM, is the first community for Christians in Crypto, involving leaders who can teach members about the future of finance, Web3, and how NFTs are changing the world. Reaching more than 10 million people worldwide through its mobile app and website, Pray.com is the easiest way to incorporate prayer into your daily life. Pray.com provides encouragement and inspiration through daily devotionals, Pastor podcasts, and Bedtime Bible Stories. Pray.com founders are Steve Gatena, Mike Lynn, Ryan Beck and Matthew Potter. See more at www.alarryross.com/pray-com.
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-- Annual survey of biopharmaceutical clients honor the organization for excellence in service --
BETHESDA, Md., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Precision for Medicine, the first biomarker-driven clinical research organization (CRO) supporting life sciences companies in the use of biomarkers essential to targeting patient treatments more precisely and effectively, announces the company has received four awards from Clinical Leader and Life Science Leader's 2022 CRO Leadership Awards.
The annual CRO Leadership Awards are well-respected across the pharmaceutical industry and recognize selected organizations for their excellence in capability and service. The awards are based on the surveys of biopharmaceutical sponsors and reflect the dedication of research services organizations and their project teams, who are diligently working to make a difference in the lives of patients around the world.
This year, Precision for Medicine won four CRO Leadership Awards in the following categories:
- Capabilities (Overall, Big Pharma, Small Pharma)
- Compatibility (Small Pharma)
- Expertise (Overall, Small Pharma)
- Quality (Small Pharma)
"This recognition is only possible through unwavering commitment of our employees and close collaboration with our clients," said Chad Clark, President, Precision for Medicine. "Since these awards are based on the surveys of our biopharmaceutical clients, they demonstrate that Precision for Medicine continues to deliver quality research for the organizations we serve. Over the past two years, the pandemic created both challenges and opportunities for innovation. By working together with our sponsor partners, we were able to keep clinical trials on track and help advance important research around the world. We're proud to be recognized as a leader in research services and extremely proud of our Precision for Medicine employees who dedicate their lives to the advancement of breakthrough treatments."
About Precision for Medicine
Precision for Medicine is the first biomarker-driven clinical research services organization supporting life sciences companies in the use of biomarkers essential to targeting patient treatments more precisely and effectively. Precision applies novel biomarker approaches to clinical research that integrate clinical trial execution with deep scientific knowledge, laboratory expertise, and advanced data sciences. This convergence of trials, labs, and data sciences is driving faster clinical development and approval. Precision for Medicine is part of Precision Medicine Group with over 3000 people in 40 locations in the U.S., Canada, and Europe. For more information, visit https://www.precisionformedicine.com.
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Hosted by project44 Chief Industry Officer Bart De Muynck, the series launches May 4 and will feature guest speakers to discuss trending supply chain topics
CHICAGO, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- project44, the leading supply chain visibility platform, today announced its new series, Supply Chain LIVE, launching this Wednesday, May 4 at 10 a.m. CDT. The monthly event will inform industry professionals about new developments and what is happening in the world of supply chain.
Broadcasting on LinkedIn Live, the series will feature leading shipper, LSP (Logistics Service Provider) and carrier executives, world renowned academics, supply chain influencers and the brightest minds from the project44 team. They will discuss global supply chain challenges, provide insight into their operational and economic impact, and share real-time data and trends. The live series will be hosted by project44's newly appointed Chief Industry Officer Bart De Muynck. With 30 years of supply chain experience, De Muynck joined the company in April 2022 to foster collaboration between the industry and customers, and inform project44's product and services strategies.
"I'm looking forward to hosting Supply Chain LIVE and facilitating dynamic conversations with industry thought leaders on the trends and crises that continue to impact the supply chain," De Muynck said. "At a time when supply chains are more congested and vulnerable than ever before, collaboration is essential to overcome these unprecedented challenges. This initiative is just one example of how we at project44 are committed to enabling collaboration through thought leadership across the industry."
The first event of the series is called, "The State of Last Mile Delivery: Data Insights, Innovation, and Business Trends." After one of the industry's most challenging retail seasons, port congestion, capacity constraints and supply chain crises continue to stifle last mile supply chains. Meanwhile, growing demand and intensifying consumer demands are making on-time performance and customer experience more challenging to achieve.
The discussion will feature Bill Besselman, SVP of Supply Chain Execution at American Eagle Outfitters, Bill Catania, Founder and CEO of OneRail, and Jenny Bebout, Global Leader of Last Mile Solutions at project44 and Founder of Convey. Besselman is an experienced executive and entrepreneur who re-joined American Eagle Outfitters in 2020. Catania is a start-up entrepreneur focused on developing and executing last mile fulfillment and delivery solutions for global shippers. Bebout has 20 years of experience in the technology and supply chain industries, with an extensive background in building successful companies from the ground up.
The second episode, occurring in June, will feature a new set of guest speakers to discuss the role of the supply chain in improving sustainability and reducing emissions. Additional details will be released at a later date.
To register for Supply Chain LIVE Episode #1: The State of Last Mile Delivery: Data Insights, Innovation, and Business Trends, visit the link here.
About project44
project44 is on a mission to make supply chains work. As the supply chain connective tissue, project44 operates the world's most trusted end-to-end visibility platform that tracks more than 1 billion shipments annually for over 1,000 of the leading brands, including top companies in manufacturing, automotive, retail, life sciences, food & beverage, and oil, chemical & gas. Using project44, shippers and carriers across the globe drive greater predictability, resiliency and sustainability.
The undisputed leader in the market, project44 was named the Leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant, #1 in FreightWaves' FreightTech 2022, and the Customer's Choice in the Gartner Peer Insights Voice of the Customer report. project44 is headquartered in Chicago with a diverse team spanning 17 global offices. To learn more, visit www.project44.com.
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Half of the top semiconductor companies rely on Pure to fast-track innovation
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pure Storage® (NYSE: PSTG), the IT pioneer that delivers the world's most advanced data storage technology and services, is empowering electronic design automation (EDA) workloads and accelerating next-gen chip design.
Modern EDA chip development requires high-performance storage that can serve thousands of powerful servers and extremely fast networks in all dimensions of concurrency—throughput, IOPS, latency, fast deletes, capacity and metadata—to eliminate bottlenecks that slow data access. While legacy storage architectures add unnecessary complexity and either saturate or scale inefficiently when faced with modern EDA workloads, Pure FlashBlade was designed from the ground up to meet the high-concurrency requirements of semiconductor and EDA workloads. As a result, 50 percent of the top 10 semiconductor companies rely on the solution to remain competitive and expedite time to market.
By consolidating two traditionally separate storage paradigms—file and object storage—into one performant data solution, FlashBlade enables organizations to replace siloed collections of data with a single scale-out storage solution that delivers multidimensional performance at scale. This combination of file and object storage protocols with the low latency, massive parallelism, and high throughput capabilities of enterprise all flash storage, make it the ideal storage solution for EDA workloads.
Pure Storage is continuing to grow its EDA footprint with more companies than ever now using FlashBlade for analytics and technical computing to expedite modern chip design processes as their chip design business units grow rapidly. In fact, software developers are seeing workloads finish more than 5x faster than the status quo with FlashBlade and benefiting from up to 2.5:1 data reduction through compression. Customer examples include:
- A leading company in the semiconductor industry that leverages FlashBlade's fast performance and stability for Rapid Restore to maintain a more stable production line, a fast development cycle, and a cost-effective development environment through data reduction.
- A major electronics and smart home technology company is using FlashBlade to finish more EDA jobs and bring chip design to market faster. Furthermore, performance at scale with minimal intervention enables smoother management and frees up staff for other tasks.
- A multinational semiconductor, software and wireless technology company cites FlashBlade for helping the company reach its CAPEX and OPEX goals with simplified management and superior performance capable of meeting the demands of modern unstructured data that EDA workloads require.
- Another FlashBlade EDA customer creating chip design software reported a greater than 10 times improvement in run time of its highly concurrent software build and regression workload — with runtimes repeatedly decreasing from six hours to 20 minutes.
FlashBlade's simplicity, performance and scalability are driving tomorrow's next-generation chip designs and its ability to scale input/output (I/O) efficiently under massive parallelism is making a significant impact on semiconductor designers globally. By speeding up all aspects of the design flow — from RTL design to tapeout — FlashBlade helps customers release products faster, with higher quality and lower cost, and improves engineering productivity with the ability to do more designs at the same time. Additionally, customers can take advantage of FlashBlade at Equinix with Microsoft Azure for EDA, to leverage cloud-adjacent storage for EDA workloads.
To learn more, visit PureStorage.com/FlashBlade.
About Pure Storage
Pure Storage (NYSE: PSTG) gives technologists their time back. Pure delivers a modern data experience that empowers organizations to run their operations as a true, automated, storage as-a-service model seamlessly across multiple clouds. Pure helps customers put data to use while reducing the complexity and expense of managing the infrastructure behind it. And with a certified customer satisfaction score in the top one percent of B2B companies, Pure's ever-expanding list of customers are among the happiest in the world. For more information, visit www.purestorage.com.
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BRENTWOOD, Tenn., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- QHR Health, a leading shared service solutions provider strengthening independent community healthcare, recently launched a blog to share expertise and best practices with its 200 client hospitals and hospital leaders throughout the country. The QHR Health blog focuses on:
- Hospital leadership including hospital boards, strategy and compliance,
- Hospital finance including revenue cycle management, managed care and payer relations,
- Operational excellence including supply chain, workforce productivity and pharmacy management,
- Technology and cybersecurity, and
- Quality and care transformation.
"In the first blog, The QHR Way: The Seven Things Thriving Independent Hospitals Do, I write about the challenges of keeping healthcare local and independent," said Dr. Dwayne Gunter, CEO, QHR Health. "I also share the insights QHR Health has gleaned in its 40+ years of working with hundreds of independent, community hospitals, including:
- Instill an organization-wide commitment to clinical and quality performance,
- Emphasize workforce productivity and employee engagement,
- Prioritize cybersecurity protection and resiliency."
Recent blog posts include:
- Nurse Burnout & Shortages: Proven Strategies from the Frontlines, written by Shelley Riser, MSHA, BSN, RN, QHR Health Chief Clinical Officer,
- Getting Survey-Ready in 2022: 1135 Blanket Waivers of Note, by Sandy Garcia, RN, BSN, MBA, QHR Health Senior Director, Care Transformation, the first of a series of five blogs with insights to help hospitals identify opportunities to mitigate findings on surveys conducted by The Joint Commission, DNV or CMS.
- Two blogs by John Waltko, CPA, QHR Health's Vice President, Regulatory and Financial Reporting about proposed rules by CMS that would impact hospital reimbursement. To read part one, click here.
ABOUT QHR HEALTH
At QHR Health, our focus is strengthening independent community healthcare. For more than 40 years, QHR Health has collaborated with independent hospitals and health systems to ensure that people in communities ranging from small towns to larger population centers, have local access to quality healthcare services. Through our portfolio of tech-enabled shared services, QHR Health helps independent hospitals outperform their peers in financial, operational and quality metrics through leverage and economies of scale. To learn how, visit QHR.com (https://qhr.com) or connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter.
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Proposal Management Software Company Leads the Business Technology, Content Management Solution Category
BELLEVUE, Wash., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- QorusDocs, an RFP and proposal management software company, was named the winner of a Gold Stevie® Award in the Business Technology: Content Management Solution category in The 20th Annual American Business Awards®.
The American Business Awards are the U.S.A.'s premier business awards program. This year, more than 3,700 nominations from organizations of all sizes and in virtually every industry were submitted for consideration in a wide range of categories, including Startup of the Year, Executive of the Year and Best New Product or Service of the Year. More than 230 professionals worldwide participated in the judging process to select this year's Stevie Award winners.
QorusDocs' AI-powered proposal development software automates the creation of strategic sales responses that stand out and win deals. Personalized for each prospect, proposals developed using QorusDocs are professional, error-free, and include content proven to lead to better win rates. In 2021, QorusDocs continued to advance its automation and user-friendly capabilities with Natural Language Processing to further streamline the RFP response process for companies by scanning documents and selecting the most important and relevant information for a specific proposal.
"Effectively managing content and enabling our customers to determine the verbiage and information most relevant for their proposals is a crucial part of our solution's success," said Ray Meiring, CEO and co-founder of QorusDocs. "We are honored to be recognized for these capabilities. I'm incredibly proud of our team and their dedication to offering a solution that helps our customers streamline the proposal management processes and add value to their operations."
A 2021 survey, found that organizations leveraging proposal management software experienced many benefits. In fact, 72% of companies saw a positive increase in deal velocity and 54% of businesses noted processing greater volumes of RFP responses. Additionally, 64% of companies using proposal management software experienced higher business win rates in 2021 over the previous year, with a median improvement of 59%.
Details about The American Business Awards and the list of 2022 Stevie winners are available at www.StevieAwards.com/ABA.
About QorusDocs
QorusDocs is AI-powered proposal development software that automates the creation of strategic sales responses that stand out and win deals. Personalized for each prospect, proposals are professional, on brand, and error free, and include content proven to lead to better win rates. Easily produce high quality proposals that give your team the best chance to win. For more info, visit http://www.qorusdocs.com.
About the Stevie Awards
Stevie Awards are conferred in eight programs: the Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, the German Stevie Awards, the Middle East & North Africa Stevie Awards, The American Business Awards®, The International Business Awards®, the Stevie Awards for Women in Business, the Stevie Awards for Great Employers, and the Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service. Stevie Awards competitions receive more than 12,000 entries each year from organizations in more than 70 nations. Honoring organizations of all types and sizes and the people behind them, the Stevies recognize outstanding performances in the workplace worldwide. Learn more about the Stevie Awards at http://www.StevieAwards.com.
Sponsors of The 2022 American Business Awards include HCL America, John Hancock Financial Services, Melissa Sones Consulting, and SoftPro.
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SLIQ Spirited Ice Expands its Offerings With Release of First-Of-Its-Kind New Pops Pack and Launches New Online Store
CHICAGO, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SLIQ Spirited Ice, a premium frozen cocktail pop launched by 21 Holdings LLC, a subsidiary of the world's leading freezer pop manufacturer, The Jel Sert Company, announced today the launch of its newest variety pack offering, Whiskey, as well as the launch of its new e-commerce website, which brings the brand's products to audiences in 25 states nationwide. Designed to be enjoyed alongside friends and family to enhance life's special moments, this unique twist on a whiskey cocktail offers a refreshing way for anyone to cool off in the warm weather. Consumers can enjoy the Whiskey frozen cocktails year round and can shop on SLIQ's new website beginning today.
With the addition of the first Whiskey-based pop on the market, SLIQ's premium line of frozen cocktails continue to be the industry leader, delivering incredible taste and innovation to ensure there's a frozen cocktail for everyone. Joining SLIQ's core product lineup alongside the brand's Rum, Agave, and Vodka-based pops, SLIQ's Whiskey pops are crafted with barrel-stored bourbon and come in three delicious flavors of Apple, Cola, and Ginger. Containing just 90 calories and 8% ABV, each of these most popular highball cocktails pack personality and premium flavor in a ready-to-enjoy tube. In line with the brand's other offerings, all the ingredients are gluten-free, vegan friendly and kosher and packaged in tubes that can be recycled through a partnership with TerraCycle.
"When we launched with Rum, Agave, and Vodka packs in 2021, we always knew Whiskey would be our first new addition to the product lineup," said Gavin Wegner, Senior Brand Manager for SLIQ Spirited Ice. "With this spirit booming in the market, it makes all the sense to capitalize on the consumer demand with an alternative and fun consumption format available just in time for the summer season."
The new website launch follows a year of availability in select retail and online third-party websites and is designed to showcase the brand's growing pop options, while maintaining an enjoyable virtual shopping experience. The new online destination is user-friendly, easy to navigate, and allows consumers in 25 states nationwide to purchase SLIQ's variety of frozen cocktail flavors.
SLIQ's new Whiskey pack is now available for purchase at sliqspiritedice.com and participating retail locations like Walmart from coast to coast. This release comes on the coattails of the overall launch of SLIQ in 2021 in 22 states, headlined by successful retail programs with retail giants Walmart & Albertsons. To learn more and to find a SLIQ near you, visit sliqspiritedice.com and follow along at @sliqspiritedice.
About SLIQ Spirited Ice
SLIQ Spirited Ice is the fastest-growing premium frozen cocktail brand that delivers unmatched variety, taste, and innovation to inspire good times only. With its four core variety pack offerings in Vodka, Agave, Rum, and the first Whiskey-based pop to market, SLIQ Spirited Ice delivers authentic & popular frozen cocktails such as margaritas and daiquiris that are infused with top-shelf spirits and natural flavors. It is the brainchild of the leading freezer pop manufacturer for the last half-century, The Jel Sert Company, through its subsidiary, 21 Holdings LLC, that exclusively produces the company's 21+ items. Launched in April 2021, the award-winning SLIQ brand leads a new frontier of alcohol that plays at the 'hot' intersection of nostalgic classics and the modern, ready-to-drink cocktail & hard seltzer surge. Each pop in its core variety packs contains fewer than 100 calories and 8% ABV, supplying just the right amount of sweetness in each 'drinq'. Packaged in a portion-controlled & conveniently portable tube that is recyclable through TerraCycle, SLIQ Spirited Ice only incorporates ingredients that are gluten-free, vegan and kosher. Retailing at $17.99/9-pack with three flavors per shelf-stable box, SLIQ is currently available online via its website and at select retailers nationwide coast-to-coast, including Walmart, Total Wine & More, BevMo! and more. Through engaging brand-driven marketing tactics and partners such as iHeart Media & Barstool Sports, SLIQ has grown a loyal following of consumers, influencers, and tastemakers alike with featured placements in Forbes, PureWow, Maxim and more. To learn more and to find SLIQ near you, visit www.sliqspiritedice.com and follow along at @sliqspiritedice.
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The digital-first initiative will raise funds to support the Saks Fifth Avenue Foundation's mission to make mental health a priority in every community
NEW YORK, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- This May, Saks, the premier digital platform for luxury fashion, is celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month with a multifaceted campaign to spotlight the importance of mental wellbeing and raise funds for the Saks Fifth Avenue Foundation. Campaign components include positive affirmation decals available for purchase, exclusive digital content, a partnership with holistic psychologist and intergenerational trauma expert Dr. Mariel Buqué, an inspirational window installation at the Saks Fifth Avenue Flagship in New York City, and Saks employee events and experiences.
"Millions of people in the U.S. are affected by mental illness each year, yet the need for mental health resources and the stigma tied to seeking help remains," said Marc Metrick, CEO of Saks and Saks Fifth Avenue Foundation Board Member. "This Mental Health Awareness Month, Saks is giving our customers the opportunity to engage with the Saks Fifth Avenue Foundation's mission to make mental health a priority in every community. With this campaign, we are proud to spotlight the importance of mental health and raise crucial funds for our nonprofit partners to help support the emotional and mental wellbeing of the communities they serve."
POSITIVE AFFIRMATION DECALS
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Saks created positive affirmation decals displaying three inspirational mental health tips: Start Anywhere, Kindness Matters and Trust Yourself. Customers can purchase the set of positive affirmation decals and attach them to a mirror or window to serve as a daily reminder to support their mental wellbeing. One hundred percent of the proceeds from each $5 decal set purchase will benefit the Saks Fifth Avenue Foundation, which supports nonprofits working to increase mental health awareness and education, improve access to care and promote the tools and skills that build positive mental health for those who need it most. Decals can be purchased on saks.com and in select Saks Fifth Avenue stores starting today.
INFLUENCER PARTNERSHIP
Saks is partnering with holistic psychologist and intergenerational trauma expert Dr. Mariel Buqué to create custom content that will be published across Saks-owned digital platforms throughout the month of May. Content includes interviews and videos on Saks' social media channels and an exclusive feature in The Edit, Saks' editorial hub for fashion and style inspiration. On Wednesday, May 4 at 2 p.m., Dr. Buqué will host a virtual event on Saks' digital events platform, Saks Live, to discuss the importance of prioritizing self-care and improving mental wellness.
SAKS FIFTH AVENUE FOUNDATION
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, the Saks Fifth Avenue Foundation has launched an open grant application for nonprofit organizations seeking funding for mental health programs, with a goal to support local organizations providing direct access to care in their communities. Qualifying nonprofits can apply at saksfifthavenuefoundation.org.
Since the Foundation's founding in 2017, Saks Fifth Avenue and the Saks Fifth Avenue Foundation have donated more than $4.9 million to US mental health initiatives and reached over 6.6 million individuals with messages that combat the shame and stigma surrounding mental health struggles. The Foundation's primary mental health nonprofit partners include: Bring Change to Mind, Columbia University Department of Psychiatry, Girls Inc., Inspiring Children Foundation, NewYork-Presbyterian Youth Anxiety Center, and The Trevor Project.
SAKS NYC FLAGSHIP WINDOWS
From Tuesday, May 3 through Wednesday, May 18, a special window installation dedicated to Mental Health Awareness Month will be on display at the Saks NYC Flagship. The windows will feature the three messages from the positive affirmation decals (Start Anywhere, Kindness Matters, Trust Yourself) in blown-up neon vinyl lettering. The colorful, optimistic display will include messaging about the Saks Fifth Avenue Foundation's mission to make mental health a priority in every community and feature a QR code driving to the Mental Health Awareness Month article on The Edit.
SAKS EMPLOYEE EVENTS & EXPERIENCES
Saks will offer special events and experiences for associates throughout the month of May, including a "Managing Stress at Work" panel discussion with speakers from Foundation nonprofit partner Bring Change to Mind. Additionally, a team of Saks associates will participate in NAMIWalks Your Way NYC, the largest mental health event in the nation, on Sunday, May 22.
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ABOUT SAKS
Saks is the premier luxury ecommerce platform, driven by a mission to help customers express themselves through relevant and inspiring style. Through its website and app, Saks offers a highly personalized experience and an expertly curated assortment of fashion, as well as professional stylists and fresh editorial content. The company is redefining luxury shopping with a digital-first service model and a seamless connection to an extraordinary network of 41 Saks Fifth Avenue stores across North America. Follow @saks on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and Twitter, and @thesaksman on Instagram.
Contact: Emma Reese, emma.reese@saks.com
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DENTON, Texas, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sally Beauty is known as the ultimate hair color and care destination. With a vast assortment spanning across hair color, care, nails, and award-winning, innovative tools, the retailer has the beauty DIY'er covered with professional-quality products.
Some of Sally Beauty's very own brands are among the most loved and most successful. Take ion®, a line of professional-quality products across various categories that first launched over 25 years ago and is the retailer's number one brand. One of its latest innovations, the best-in-tech ion® LUXE Supercharged Hair Dryer, just brought home a 2022 Glamour Beauty Award, a 2022 Good Housekeeping Best Beauty Award, and has a nearly five-star rating. Fueled by an insight-driven approach, the retailer has also launched brands such as Texture ID, Beauty Secrets, Beyond the Zone, GVP, and Strawberry Leopard, the company's first hair color brand specifically focused on vivid shades. "Consumers are searching for unique products that align with their values, allow for self-expression, and include quality ingredients," said Maryann Herskowitz, Group Vice President of Merchandising, Sally Beauty. "This fueled the creation of the conditioning hair color line we launched last Fall with a vibrant range of 18 customizable shades."
Through the product development process, Sally Beauty determined consumers care just as much about maintaining their hair color as they do about applying it. Six months after Strawberry Leopard's successful color launch, Sally Beauty has expanded the line to include care products specifically formulated to protect and strengthen vivid hair for all hair types. "Sally Beauty is continuously looking for ways we can evolve by listening to our consumers and discovering unique, untapped areas in the market," said Pamela Kohn, Chief Merchandising Officer, Sally Beauty. "Our long-standing strategic direction as a retailer has been to arm individuals with the very best products to achieve the looks they desire. We have seen success building brands from the ground up that deliver on what our consumers are asking for, and oftentimes, what they don't even know they need."
The complete Strawberry Leopard hair care line is infused with Provitamin B5 and Mango Oil for hydration, Rice Protein for strengthening, and Shea Butter for moisture.
- SHAMPOO: This new shampoo gently cleanses to help maintain even the most vivid colors that are prone to fading.
- CONDITIONER: This new, ultra-hydrating conditioner preserves vibrant color, replenishes vital moisture proteins, and helps retain length without being too heavy.
- COLOR SEALING SPRAY: Used on damp or dry hair, this leave-in spray helps to lock in vivid hair color, prevent color bleeding, and extend the life of hair color.
- UV & HEAT PROTECTOR CREAM: This lightweight styling cream can be used for air-drying or heat styling and helps to smooth and protect hair against UV and heat damage - both of which are known to affect the vibrancy and longevity of hair color.
"All Strawberry Leopard products are vegan, cruelty-free, gluten-free, and do not contain ammonia, ethyl alcohol, or PPD," shared Steve Chattin, Vice President of Global Product Development, Sally Beauty. "We developed an exclusive Nouribond™ technology that is incorporated into our Strawberry Leopard hair color and care lines so consumers can confidently change their hair color while maintaining hair health and vibrancy."
This is just the beginning of Strawberry Leopard and Sally Beauty's ongoing product development efforts. "Due to the tremendous consumer response, we will continue harnessing the best ingredients and product innovation. Expect to see more from Sally Beauty's exclusive brands like Strawberry Leopard," added Kohn.
Strawberry Leopard is exclusively available at Sally Beauty and StrawberryLeopardHair.com.
Sally Beauty Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: SBH), as the leader in professional hair color, sells and distributes professional beauty supplies globally through its Sally Beauty Supply and Beauty Systems Group businesses. Sally Beauty Supply stores offer up to 7,000 products for hair color, hair care, nails, and skin care through proprietary brands such as Ion®, Generic Value Products®, Beyond the Zone® and Silk Elements® as well as professional lines such as Wella®, Clairol®, OPI®, Conair® and L'Oreal®. Beauty Systems Group stores, branded as CosmoProf® or Armstrong McCall® stores, along with its outside sales consultants, sell up to 10,000 professionally branded products including Paul Mitchell®, Wella®, Matrix®, Schwarzkopf®, Kenra®, Goldwell®, Joico® and Olaplex®, intended for use in salons and for resale by salons to retail consumers. For more information about Sally Beauty Holdings, Inc., please visit https://www.sallybeautyholdings.com/.
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NEW YORK, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Halper Sadeh LLP, an investor rights law firm, is investigating the following companies for potential violations of the federal securities laws and/or breaches of fiduciary duties to shareholders relating to:
Emclaire Financial Corp. (NASDAQ: EMCF)'s sale to Farmers National Banc Corp. Pursuant to the agreement, Emclaire shareholders may elect to receive either $40.00 per share in cash or 2.15 shares of Farmers' common stock, subject to an overall limitation of 70% of the shares being exchanged for Farmers' shares and 30% for cash. If you are an Emclaire shareholder, click here to learn more about your rights and options.
Randolph Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: RNDB)'s sale to Hometown Financial Group, Inc. for $27.00 in cash per share. If you are a Randolph Bancorp shareholder, click here to learn more about your rights and options.
Neenah, Inc. (NYSE: NP)'s sale to Schweitzer-Mauduit International, Inc. Under the terms of the agreement, Neenah shareholders will receive 1.358 shares of Schweitzer-Mauduit common stock for each share of Neenah common stock owned. If you are a Neenah shareholder, click here to learn more about your rights and options.
Plantronics, Inc. (NYSE: POLY)'s sale to HP Inc. for $40.00 per share. If you are a POLY shareholder, click here to learn more about your rights and options.
Halper Sadeh LLP may seek increased consideration for shareholders, additional disclosures and information concerning the proposed transaction, or other relief and benefits on behalf of shareholders.
Shareholders are encouraged to contact the firm free of charge to discuss their legal rights and options. Please call Daniel Sadeh or Zachary Halper at (212) 763-0060 or email sadeh@halpersadeh.com or zhalper@halpersadeh.com.
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Software Improvement Group appoints Pien Oosterman as new CEO
AMSTERDAM, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Software Improvement Group (SIG) is pleased to announce the appointment of Pien Oosterman as the new Chief Executive Officer of SIG with effect from May 1st, 2022. Now active in over 90 countries, SIG's objective is to become the global leader of fact based and independent analysis for Software Assurance. As CEO, Oosterman will oversee all business operations, bringing her highly valuable and unique leadership experience, to drive the company's ambitious growth objectives and support its mission 'Getting software right for a healthier digital world'.
"We are all very pleased with Pien joining SIG, not only from a business perspective in this time of growth and ramping up our offering, but most importantly for the leadership values she brings with her," said Luc Brandts, current CEO of Software Improvement Group. "Her understanding of our mission and long-term opportunity, combined with her experience and high energy personality, makes her a natural fit for our company's culture and team".
Oosterman comes from the position as CEO of Levi9 where she established sustainable long term client relationships resulting in consistent y-o-y revenue growth. She is excited to move from a service driven organization to a next generation Software-with–a-Service company:
"Trusting the technology your business depends upon is a key concern for businesses and governments. This increasing demand for independent software analysis solutions resonates perfectly with SIG's vision to contribute to a healthier digital world', Oosterman said. "It's a mission that I'm deeply passionate about, and I feel fortunate to be part of a company that is having such a profound impact in the world, with human respect so deeply rooted in its culture." Following an impressive 50% growth in 2021, Oosterman's arrival marks one of the organizational changes SIG has undertaken to match with its ambitious growth objectives for the future.
As of May 1st, Wouter Knigge – currently Chief Operation Officer – will take over Luc Brandts' responsibilities as SIG's Chief Technology Officer. One of Wouter's responsibilities will be to fuel and empower the CTO office in developing an ever stronger Sigrid® road-map to align with its users' needs. Sigrid® - SIG's Software-with-a-Service assurance platform - continuously measures and monitors the build quality of enterprise software, including architecture, maintainability, security, and productivity.
Based on these unique insights, Sigrid® identifies the key factors driving software Total Cost of Ownership and empowers you to make intelligent, fact-based decisions that accelerate digital transformation, reduce risks, cut costs and speed up time to market.
With this new organization in place, Luc Brandts will now dedicate his time as Group CEO, strategizing the company's growth, targeting acquisitions, and working with key clients and M&A partners.
More information on SIG - www.softwareimprovementgroup.com
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About SIG
Software Improvement Group (SIG) helps organizations trust the technology they depend on. We combine our intelligent technology with our human expertise to dig deep into the build quality of enterprise software and architecture – measuring, monitoring, and benchmarking it against the world's largest software analysis database.
The SIG software analysis laboratory is the first and largest one in the world accredited according to ISO/IEC 17025 for software quality analysis. Founded in 2000, SIG is headquartered in Amsterdam, with offices in New York, Copenhagen, Antwerp and Frankfurt, and has clients in all industries and on all continents.
Learn more: www.softwareimprovementgroup.com
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SUMMIT, N.J., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Simplicity Group ("Simplicity") today announced the acquisition of Georgia-based Buckhead Brokerage Group ("Buckhead"). With the completion of this transaction, Simplicity welcomes Forrest Mitchell as its newest partner.
"Forrest and his team are first-class professionals, well-aligned with Simplicity's guiding principles of education, value, and partnership," Bruce Donaldson, President and CEO of Simplicity. "Like the team at Buckhead, we bring these principles to life in everything we do in support of independent advisors and their clients and are thrilled to welcome the Buckhead team to Simplicity."
Forrest Mitchell added, "On behalf of my entire team, we are excited to join Simplicity and take advantage of the many resources available to help our agent partners best serve their clients. We take great pride in the products we offer and the service we provide and want to expand our offerings and capabilities across the board."
Under the leadership of Forrest Mitchell, Buckhead will continue to provide exceptional service to its agent partners, while transitioning to the Simplicity brand.
About Buckhead Brokerage Group
Founded by Forrest Mitchell, Buckhead Brokerage Group is dedicated to insurance professionals, providing quality products, outstanding sales support, and underwriting services through a stable of core carriers. The Company specializes in large case management, advanced sales support, sub-standard or hard to place cases, and underwriting niches. Please visit http://www.buckheadbrokerage.com/ for more information.
About Simplicity Group
The Simplicity Group is one of the nation's largest and fastest-growing financial product distribution companies, which has had 35 distribution businesses join its partnership (including Buckhead). Each of Simplicity's operating businesses is directed by its local management team and benefits from access to Simplicity's group resources. Through partnership with top distribution organizations and technology companies, Simplicity seeks to provide compelling business solutions that will attract the industry's best leadership, talent, advisors, agents, and future partners.
Simplicity supports independent financial advisors and agents across the country with investment, annuity, and life insurance solutions with a focus on client education, consumer value and partnership. For more information about Simplicity, please visit: www.simplicitygroup.com and follow the Company on Linkedin.
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SAN DIEGO, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SOLUTE, a Sigma Defense company, today announced that it was awarded a new Task Order to continue work for the United States Navy's PEO C4I and PMW 150 to develop, deliver, and demonstrate its Surface Search Coordination Planner (SSCP) capability in support of enhanced coordination of fleet operations. The SSCP will employ analytics tools capable of ingesting multiple data points to include drones, meteorological sensors, weather reports, sea conditions and ship specifications, providing the Navy greater visibility for optimal planning and deployment of fleet assets.
"We are pleased to continue our work with the Navy to provide a more efficient means of planning and deploying assets," said John Lyons, Executive Vice President of Operations at SOLUTE. "By integrating leading edge analytics software with sensor data from multiple sources, PEO C4I will have 360-degree visibility for greater insights and more efficient planning."
The Task Order will encompass SSCP development, integration, and testing of software code through a government furnished DevSecOps pipeline toolset in the NAVWAR Overmatch Software Armory. SOLUTE will provide critical support to ensure the software developed under this tasking is operational within the Navy's test, staging, and afloat networks. This effort is a follow-on to previous task orders for Advanced Command and Control Architecture Development and Software Modernization.
About SOLUTE, Inc.
SOLUTE, a Sigma Defense Company, is a premier DoD engineering firm specializing in system modernization using the latest advances in Software Engineering, Cyber Security, Cloud Architectures, and Development Security Operations (DevSecOps). SOLUTE has a talented workforce with tremendous expertise in building, deploying, and managing containerized applications deployed to public/private cloud infrastructures. SOLUTE is leading the charge across multiple large and complex Navy, Army, and Air Force systems and is actively collaborating with DoD leadership on engineering best practices for mission critical PaaS deployments and DevSecOps best practices. SOLUTE also brings expertise in Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) development, engineering, and integration.
About Sigma Defense
Sigma Defense Systems LLC is a leading technology company serving the Department of Defense (DoD) providing systems and services for Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance since 2006. The company's software-focused approach to tactical communications accelerates information collection and sharing for faster decision making and better mission outcomes. Customers turn to Sigma Defense for engineering, program management, and data logistics services for technical solutions that encompass ground, air, and space-based systems and sensors and network and satellite communications. Sigma is headquartered in Perry, GA with satellite offices both CONUS and OCONUS.
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Packed Season of Original Extreme Sport to Feature Multiple National and International Competitions
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2022 season of STIHL TIMBERSPORTS® lumberjack sports competitions are revving up this May in Virginia Beach, VA. The home of STIHL Inc.'s headquarters will host the first-ever U.S. Trophy event on May 7, featuring the top 12 ranked U.S. male athletes competing in a don't blink, relay-style, endurance contest. The winner will advance to the World Trophy event, held May 28 in Vienna, Austria.
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All around the world (Virginia Beach > Vienna > Little Rock > Gothenburg)
The Men's, Women's and Rookie Division competitors will battle their way through regional qualifying events throughout the month of June. The crown jewel event of the American season, the U.S. Championships, heads back to Little Rock, Arkansas this July in front of a live audience at Simmons Bank Arena. The season will culminate in October, with the Team and Individual World Championships in Gothenburg, Sweden.
- May 7: U.S. Trophy event (Virginia Beach, VA)
- May 27: Rookie World Championship (Vienna, Austria)
- May 28: World Trophy event (Vienna, Austria)
- July 22-23: U.S. Championships (Little Rock, AR)
- Oct 28-29: World Championships (Gothenburg, Sweden)
For the full season's schedule, please visit: https://www.stihlusa.com/stihl-timbersports/schedules/.
"This year's schedule delivers even more extreme action this year," said Roger Phelps, Corporate Communications Manager for STIHL Inc. "We're not only excited about the new Trophy event, and holding it in our own backyard, but returning to Little Rock in front of a live audience. It's going to be a big year for our American athletes as we look to defend our World Trophy and World Championship titles."
The competition is heating up
The 2022 season will highlight several of the sport's most talented and decorated athletes. Jason Lentz looks to defend his 2021 U.S. and World Championship titles, and one of the best STIHL TIMBERSPORTS® athletes ever to compete – six-time U.S. Champion and 2019 World Trophy Champion, Matt Cogar – is itching to get back to the top of the medal stand. Martha King, 2019 and 2021 Women's U.S. Champion, is aiming for a three-peat this season, and Darby Hand, 2021 Rookie U.S. Champion, will compete against the best in the world at the Rookie World Championship.
"I'm looking forward to the challenge ahead of me this season," said 2021 Men's Division Champion Jason Lentz. "I'm eager to defend my U.S. title, and hopefully bring home another World Championship trophy, proving I'm the best in the sport."
"With four disciplines, the Women's Division is becoming even more competitive as we head into the U.S. Championship. The difference between all of us truly is razor thin," said the reigning Women's Division Champion Martha King. "We're all excited to compete in front of crowds again this year. I can't wait to get back to Arkansas."
Sponsors and livestreams bring us the extreme events
Fans can catch all of the thrilling action and follow updates about the sport throughout the year by visiting the website at www.stihltimbersports.com, and following on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram and Twitter. The U.S. Trophy event and U.S. Championships will be livestreamed on the STIHL TIMBERSPORTS® Facebook and YouTube pages, and air on CBS Sports later this year. Fans can find results for all competitions, domestic and international, by visiting: www.data.stihl-timbersports.com.
STIHL TIMBERSPORTS® is proud to welcome back returning sponsors Duluth Trading Company, John Deere, and Ace Hardware for the 2022 season.
About STIHL TIMBERSPORTS®
STIHL TIMBERSPORTS® is an international extreme sports competition series. Its roots lie in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and the United States. Today the world's best athletes compete in national and international events featuring three axe disciplines and three sawing disciplines. Springboard, Underhand Chop and Standing Block Chop are classic axe disciplines; Single Buck (single-man cross-cut saw), Stock Saw (standard chain saw) and Hot Saw (tuned, customized chain saw with up to 80 horsepower) are sawing disciplines. Athletes compete against each other and the clock.
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ANN ARBOR, Mich., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The winners of Fast Company's 2022 World Changing Ideas Awards were announced today, honoring clean technology, innovative corporate initiatives, brave new designs for cities and buildings, and other creative works that are supporting the growth of positive social innovation, tackling social inequality, climate change, and public health crises.
Strata Oncology's Precision Indications for Approved Therapies (Strata PATH™) clinical trial received an honorable mention in the health category. Strata PATH is a prospective pan-tumor therapeutic trial designed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of multiple FDA-approved cancer therapies in new, biomarker-guided patient populations.
Strata PATH will enroll patients with advanced cancer, as well as patients with early-stage cancer who have evidence of micrometastatic disease after initial treatment. The company expects many of the patients with micrometastatic disease will be identified through the Strata Sentinel™ trial, a 100,000-patient, prospective, observational, pan-solid tumor study of Strata Oncology's highly sensitive, tumor-informed circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA)-based MRD test. Eligibility for several arms of Strata PATH is based on proprietary quantitative RNA algorithms Strata Oncology developed using its clinical molecular database that ties together real-world outcomes with genomic and transcriptomic data from tens of thousands of patients.
Now in its sixth year, the World Changing Ideas Awards showcase 39 winners, 350 finalists, and more than 600 honorable mentions—with climate, social justice, and AI and data among the most popular categories. A panel of eminent Fast Company editors and reporters selected winners and finalists from a pool of more than 2,997 entries across transportation, education, food, politics, technology, health, social justice, and more. In addition, several new categories have been added this year including climate, nature, water, and workplace. The 2022 awards feature entries from across the globe, from Switzerland to Hong Kong to Australia.
Fast Company's Summer 2022 issue (on newsstands May 10, 2022) will showcase some of the world's most inventive entrepreneurs and companies tackling global challenges. The issues highlight, among others, probiotics for coral reefs, easy-to-assemble kit homes for refugees or disaster survivors, a 3D printed vaccine patch, an electric truck, a system to heat homes from the waste heat of a name-brand factory, and prosecutor-initiated resentencing for overly long prison sentences.
"We are thrilled to have the Strata PATH trial named to Fast Company's World Changing Ideas list, which each year recognizes groundbreaking projects and innovations that address our society's biggest issues," said Dan Rhodes, co-founder and Chief Executive Officer, Strata Oncology. "The Strata PATH clinical trial has the potential to enable superior patient outcomes through smarter treatment in both early- and late-stage disease. By leveraging our novel quantitative RNA algorithms, we are optimizing and expanding the use of cancer therapies across classes."
"We are consistently inspired by the novelty and creativity that people are applying to solve some of our society's most pressing problems, from shelter to the climate crisis. Fast Company relishes its role in amplifying important, innovative work to address big challenges," says David Lidsky, interim editor-in-chief of Fast Company. "Our journalists have identified some of the most ingenious initiatives to launch since the start of 2021, which we hope will both have a meaningful impact and lead others to join in being part of the solution."
About the World Changing Ideas Awards
World Changing Ideas is one of Fast Company's major annual awards programs and is focused on social good, seeking to elevate finished products and brave concepts that make the world better. A panel of judges from across sectors choose winners, finalists, and honorable mentions based on feasibility and the potential for impact. With the goals of awarding ingenuity and fostering innovation, Fast Company draws attention to ideas with great potential and helps them expand their reach to inspire more people to start working on solving the problems that affect us all.
About Strata Oncology
Strata Oncology, Inc. is a precision oncology company dedicated to delivering the best possible treatment for each patient with cancer. The company combines molecular profiling, real-world data, and large-scale clinical trials to identify and deliver optimal treatments for patients with cancer. For more information visit strataoncology.com.
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SALT LAKE CITY, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Supplemental Health Care (SHC) has announced a partnership with the National Black Nurses Association (NBNA) to support their work advocating for Black nursing professionals and quality healthcare for persons of color. SHC is proud to partner with NBNA to improve community wellbeing and actively address issues of equality, diversity, and inclusion in healthcare.
For over 50 years, the National Black Nurses Association (NBNA) has provided a forum for advocacy and coalition building, promoting culturally congruent care. The association supports Black nurses, as well as their patients and communities, through signature programs, continuing education, scholarship opportunities, and health policy. NBNA's mission is "to serve as the voice for Black nurses and diverse populations ensuring equal access to professional development, promoting educational opportunities and improving health."
NBNA has hosted regional and national events for their members, and the public, to promote minority nurses' concerns and address health care disparities for over 50 years. National Black Nurses Day takes place on Capitol Hill every year and is recognized on the first Thursday of February to inform state representatives and address congressional health policy.
The 50th Annual NBNA Institute and Conference will be held in Chicago from July 26-31, 2022. Over 1,200 nurses and nursing students learn, network, and provide community services. This is also time when the organization and its partners offer scholarships to provide financial release to nurses that are entry level and seeking advance degrees. Visit NBNA's calendar of events for more information.
About National Black Nurses Association
The National Black Nurses Association (NBNA) supports over 300,000 African American nursing registered nurses, 92,000 licensed vocational/practical nurses, and 200,000 nursing students. They currently lead 111 chapters nationwide in 31 states and the district of Columbia. The NBNA is involved in a variety of national and federal advisory committees as well as being a founding organization for the National Coalition of Ethnic Minority Nurse Associations.
About Supplemental Health Care
Supplemental Health Care (SHC) is a leading healthcare staffing provider that connects caring healthcare professionals with opportunities to fulfill their calling to better serve patients and students. For everyone that we serve, SHC is the place where caring hearts thrive. SHC welcomes all people and celebrates the breadth and diversity of our employees.
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gstaub@shccares.com
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BRENTWOOD, Tenn. and KANSAS CITY, Mo., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Surgery Partners, Inc. (NASDAQ: SGRY) (Surgery Partners) and ValueHealth, LLC (ValueHealth) today announced a strategic partnership that brings Surgery Partners, a leading independent operator of short-stay surgical facilities, together with ValueHealth, a nationally recognized leader in value-based care. This partnership and the complementary strengths of each company will expand access to consumer-focused, high-value sites of care for patients and physicians.
The partnership will:
- Accelerate portfolio expansion through an exclusive partnership to develop future de novo ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs), meeting the growing demand for cost-effective, consumer-focused surgical care.
- Deploy ValueHealth's suite of comprehensive, value-based surgical programs across Surgery Partners' current and in-development locations, benefiting patients, physicians, payors, and employers who are seeking solutions to reduce escalating surgical costs.
- Surgery Partners will assume management services and ValueHealth's interest in three ASCs and four in-development, fully syndicated de novos, primarily supporting orthopedic specialties. Surgery Partners will continue to partner with ValueHealth on strategic assumption of management services and equity interest as part of the ongoing partnership.
Eric Evans, Surgery Partners CEO, said, "This partnership further strengthens our position as the partner of choice for independent physicians and progressive health systems by expanding our reach to new ASCs and introducing the proven value-based care services that ValueHealth has developed. Surgery Partners' operating platform and leading same-store growth experience, combined with ValueHealth's high-value specialty programming, creates a differentiated proposition. This allows us to continue to capitalize on the rapid migration of high-acuity surgical cases to the high-quality, short-stay surgical facilities we own and operate."
"This partnership will be an accelerator to expand access to high-value surgical care, which is in heavy demand by employers and patients," said Don Bisbee, president and CEO of ValueHealth. "Additionally, our specialty service line programs and employer engagement platform will add significant value for physicians who seek to maintain their independence, allowing them to benefit from the quality outcomes they create while generating savings for those who pay for the care."
Surgery Partners' musculoskeletal (MSK) procedure growth combined with ValueHealth's MSK-focused programming creates a comprehensive suite of services to support a best-in-class patient and clinician experience. In addition to MSK services, this partnership will continue to build the capabilities necessary to capitalize on the migration of cardiology to outpatient settings. This partnership affords both companies with a differentiated offering that is unmatched in the industry.
About Surgery Partners
Headquartered in Brentwood, Tenn., Surgery Partners is a leading healthcare services company with a differentiated outpatient delivery model focused on providing high-quality, cost-effective solutions for surgical and related ancillary care in support of both patients and physicians. Founded in 2004, Surgery Partners is one of the largest and fastest growing surgical services businesses in the country, with more than 180 locations in 31 states, including ambulatory surgery centers, surgical hospitals, multi-specialty physician practices and urgent-care facilities. For additional information, visit www.surgerypartners.com.
About ValueHealth
ValueHealth is pioneering the ambulatory surgical space. Today, the company is leading the country in healthcare's transformation to value-based care, with data-driven protocols that are rapidly positioning its innovative approach as the gold standard for the industry. This data-driven healthcare services company offers a surgical digital platform designed to accelerate the transition from fee-for-service to a value-based surgical care and consumer-centric model while positioning its provider partners to flourish in an emerging risk environment. Today, ValueHealth, headquartered in Kansas City, Mo., operates in more than 30 states, and its nationally recognized Ambulatory Centers of Excellence ™ are leaders in the transition to value-based care. For more information, visit www.valuehealth.com.
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(615) 234-8940
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Sheila Repeta Promoted to Vice President of People—Accelerating the No. 1 Sports Management Platform's Ongoing Growth and Development
BOULDER, Colo., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TeamSnap, the online community for everything youth sports, today announced that Mark Salloom has joined the company as Chief Financial Officer. As a member of the executive team, Mr. Salloom will ensure TeamSnap remains well-positioned to continue building and innovating in the youth sports market.
"I am extremely impressed with TeamSnap and the passion I have witnessed for the products, industry and company," said Mark Salloom, Chief Financial Officer of TeamSnap. "They are truly taking the work out of play for youth sports. This journey is going to be fun and rewarding for everyone and I am excited to dig deep to help TeamSnap further innovate the youth sports industry."
Mr. Salloom's expertise in building successful SaaS businesses will help TeamSnap continue to innovate and disrupt youth sports. He has 25 years of professional experience, primarily focused on the software industry. Before joining TeamSnap, Mr. Salloom was the Chief Financial Officer of SparkPost, a private equity backed SaaS email delivery and analytics company, and he recently led the successful sale of SparkPost to MessageBird. Prior to SparkPost, Mr. Salloom held financial management positions at Philips and Comcast Cable Communications. Earlier in his career, Mark was a certified public accountant and worked for Arthur Andersen LLP, an international public accounting firm.
TeamSnap also announced the promotion of Sheila Repeta to Vice President of People. Ms. Repeta joined TeamSnap in Fall 2018. Over the past four years, she has been dedicated to building the foundation of a strong culture while scaling TeamSnap's people practices and internal processes–ensuring all team members are happy and set up for success, especially within the company's remote workforce. Ms. Repeta's work has led to TeamSnap landing multiple Best Places to Work awards, and even a spot on Built In's 2022 "100 Best Remote-First Companies to Work" listing.
"I am extremely proud of our team here at TeamSnap. Having Mark join us as Chief Financial Officer will help propel our business forward, and I am excited to partner with him and welcome him to the team," said Peter Frintzilas, CEO of TeamSnap."Sheila's promotion is another critical step to support our internal teams, as we will always look to promote from within through our growth, and as we build a world-class technology organization to support teams, players and leagues across the industry."
About TeamSnap
TeamSnap is home to the largest online community for everything youth sports. It is consistently rated the No. 1 sports management platform by its loyal audience of more than 25 million youth sports coaches, administrators, players and parents and over 19,000 sports organizations—across more than 100 different types of sports and activities. The leading sports-tech company offers consumer brands innovative new ways to connect with passionate youth sports audiences from across the globe. It is currently in high-growth mode, expanding its footprint toward becoming THE platform and marketplace for all things youth sports.
For more information, visit the TeamSnap website, and follow the company on Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.
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JConnelly
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Funding follows dramatic revenue growth as identity-based access requirements skyrocket
OAKLAND, Calif., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Teleport, the leading provider of Identity-based Infrastructure Access Management, today announced it has raised $110 million in Series C funding led by Bessemer Venture Partners with participation from Insight Partners and existing investors Kleiner Perkins and S28 Capital. This investment brings Teleport's total funding raised to $169 million at a current valuation of $1.1 billion, and comes after the company nearly tripled its revenue and doubled its customer base from 2020 to 2021.
As a part of the investment, Bessemer Venture Partners' Mary D'Onofrio will take a seat on Teleport's board, and Insight Partners' Matt Koran will be a board observer. In August 2021, Teleport announced its $30 million Series B round led by S28 Capital and Kleiner Perkins.
"Growing complexity of modern cloud environments has led to a situation where managing secure access to infrastructure begins to break, as evidenced by increased frequency and severity of breaches.," said Ev Kontsevoy, co-founder and CEO, Teleport. "Our customers are forward thinking organizations that are scaling quickly. They realized that the right way to scale access is consolidation across all protocols and environments. Our platform, the open-source Teleport Access Plane, addresses these challenges by giving every engineer, every piece of hardware and every application an identity. With identity based access for everyone and everything, more security threats are neutralized and the impact of breaches is dramatically reduced without impacting developer productivity."
As organizations deal with complexity because of shifts to the cloud, modernization of IT stack and growth of mixed infrastructure environments, Teleport's open-source Access Plane technology consolidates the four essential capabilities every security-conscious organization needs: connectivity, authentication, authorization and audit. By providing the only cloud-native, identity-based infrastructure access solution for humans and machines, Teleport eliminates network perimeter security issues, reduces attack surface area, cuts operational overhead, enforces security & compliance, and improves developer productivity, all at once.
With this latest funding, Teleport will expand its go-to-market organization to serve its fast-growing, global customer base. Teleport will also bolster its R&D organization to solve the most complex security challenges faced by organizations of all sizes.
"Now, more than ever, is the time to make it easy for any company to employ world class security practices as global cyber attacks become more and more sophisticated," said Mary D'Onofrio, partner and co-founder of growth investment practice, Bessemer Venture Partners. "With Teleport, security becomes stronger *and* simpler for both humans and machines, making it possible to deploy and enforce security and compliance best-practices throughout all organizations. We're excited to lead this round and I am looking forward to working closely with Ev and his team to offer elegant cybersecurity solutions to a growing customer base of household names."
Customers including Doordash, Elastic, Nasdaq, Snowflake and others use Teleport to secure digital infrastructure access for remote and hybrid workforces and combat the ever-increasing cyber threats.
"Speed is key to our business. But so is security," said Luke Christopherson, Software Engineer at Doordash. "The Teleport Access Plane allows our engineers to securely access the infrastructure they need to do their jobs without getting in the way of productivity. Everybody wins."
Teleport recently announced Teleport 9, the latest edition of the open-source Teleport Access Plane. This release introduced Teleport Machine ID which delivers identity-based access and audit capabilities for resources including servers and databases, CI/CD automation, service accounts and custom code in applications such as microservices. Teleport 9 also included Teleport Connect, a secure, developer-friendly browser for cloud infrastructure. The browser solves the issues posed by terminals optimized for local environments when a majority of development now happens in the cloud.
Steven Dickens, Senior Analyst, Futurum Research commented, "As digital transformation takes hold from the core to the edge, security becomes more critical. The team at Teleport are focused on delivering cloud-native, identity-based infrastructure access solutions for both humans and machines. The announcement today take the company one step closer to its mission of eliminating the need for secrets when accessing infrastructure, and as a result delivering both simpler, stronger identity-based authentication."
To learn more about Teleport and today's news, visit the company's website or most recent blog about the funding.
About Teleport
Teleport, leading provider of Identity-based Infrastructure Access Management, consolidates the four essential infrastructure access capabilities every security-conscious organization needs: connectivity, authentication, authorization, and audit. Teleport's unique approach is not only more secure but also improves developer productivity. Teleport is used by leading companies including Elastic, Snowflake, Doordash, and NASDAQ. The company is backed by Bessemer Venture Partners, Insight Partners, Kleiner Perkins, and S28 Capital. Headquartered in Oakland, California, the company embraces a remote-first work culture.
About Bessemer Venture Partners
Bessemer Venture Partners helps entrepreneurs lay strong foundations to build and forge long-standing companies. With more than 135 IPOs and 200 portfolio companies in the enterprise, consumer and healthcare spaces, Bessemer supports founders and CEOs from their early days through every stage of growth. Bessemer's global portfolio includes Pinterest, Shopify, Twilio, Yelp, LinkedIn, PagerDuty, DocuSign, Wix, Fiverr and Toast and has $9 billion of capital under management. Bessemer has teams of investors and partners located in Tel Aviv, Silicon Valley, San Francisco, New York, London, Boston, Beijing and Bangalore. Born from innovations in steel more than a century ago, Bessemer's storied history has afforded its partners the opportunity to celebrate and scrutinize its best investment decisions (see Memos) and also learn from its mistakes (see Anti-Portfolio).
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New Design and Technology Delivers a More Visual, Intuitive and Powerful Experience
DUBLIN, Calif., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TriNet, (NYSE: TNET), a leading provider of comprehensive human resources solutions for small and medium-size businesses (SMBs) today announced that it has launched a major redesign to its customer-facing technology platform. The enhanced platform was designed to meet the demands of today's evolving workforce with a modern look and feel that will deliver a more visual, intuitive and optimized experience across devices. The updated platform will allow SMBs easier access to what they need, when they need it.
Powerful features, including Workforce Analytics Dashboards, Document Management, Mobile onboarding and a Knowledge Center, will help TriNet's customers make more informed decisions while streamlining workflows. SMB's can now accomplish more of their HR tasks faster and with less effort.
"There couldn't be a better time to introduce our enhanced platform than during National Small Business Week, as it reinforces TriNet's commitment to helping SMB's achieve the success they deserve," said Lisa Reeves, Chief Product Officer for TriNet. "Our customers will now have the ability to complete tasks with greater ease, so they can get back to focusing on their business."
Monica Zsamboky, Chief of Staff of N2G, a TriNet Customer, had this to say about the platform, "TriNet's enhanced platform does an amazing job helping us manage the increasing volume of HR tasks. It's very easy to navigate, and the new dashboard acts as a shortcut to get all the relevant information we need quickly. The overall design and experience has been extremely positive."
Key upgraded features of the enhanced platform include:
- Simplified navigation: The addition of a navigation toolbar, administrator/manager menu, payroll search and impact items help to simplify HR administration. Customer support is also improved with visibility into cases and chat support throughout the platform.
- Modern look and feel: The redesigned interface is intuitive and familiar allowing customers to complete tasks quickly and easily. The more visual layout draws from design best practices making it easier to consume information all while delivering a positive experience. Mobile first: The platform is responsive and adaptive across device screens, including phone and tablet, and the mobile app now supports core onboarding tasks for new hires.
- Document management: Maintained through Box, a secure and centralized way for administrators to collect, access and retain employee HR documents and certifications.
- Dashboards and visualizations: Custom dashboards with pre-built KPIs and visualizations for greater insight into HR trends and to facilitate more informed decision-making.
- Knowledge center: A library of expertise leveraging TriNet's deep experience with SMBs provides another way for customers to get support when they need it.
About TriNet
TriNet (NYSE: TNET) provides small and medium-size businesses (SMBs) with full-service HR solutions tailored by industry. To free SMBs from HR complexities, TriNet offers access to human capital expertise, benefits, risk mitigation and compliance, payroll, all enabled by industry leading technology capabilities. TriNet's suite of products also includes services and software-based solutions to help streamline workflows by connecting HR, Benefits, Employee Engagement, Payroll and Time & Attendance. From Main Street to Wall Street, TriNet empowers SMBs to focus on what matters most—growing their business and enabling their people. TriNet, incredible starts here. For more information, visit TriNet.com or follow us on Twitter.
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Expansion of board signals digital health company's growth and increased focus on creating access to cardiac ultrasound
TEL AVIV, Israel, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- UltraSight, an Israeli-based digital health pioneer transforming cardiac imaging through the power of artificial intelligence, is proud to announce that Ruth Atherton, PhD, JD, has joined its board of directors. Dr. Atherton has a proven track record working with businesses and organizations to increase global access to health interventions. Her appointment acutely aligns with UltraSight's mission and reflects the company's advancement and increased strategic focus.
"Dr. Atherton is a brilliant advisor who has led several teams on some of the most pressing issues of our time," said Davidi Vortman, CEO of UltraSight. "With cardiovascular disease the No. 1 cause of death globally, we look forward to working with Dr. Atherton on expanding UltraSight's footprint so that more patients can have access to life-saving cardiac ultrasound technology and be treated sooner."
In her former role, Dr. Atherton served as Deputy General Counsel for the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation as well as led the legal support for the Bill & Melinda Gates Medical Research Institute. She served on the Gates Foundation's Ebola and Covid-19 response teams and sponsored the foundation's Global Access Team, creating affordable access to health for people most in need around the world.
"With every professional undertaking, I always strive to pursue humanitarian impact and innovation as a cornerstone of my work," said Dr. Atherton. "There is much to accomplish in the digital arena when it comes to medicine and AI. Expanded access to quality cardiac diagnostic information is a critically important first step for millions of patients. I am excited to work with UltraSight to decrease barriers to cardiac healthcare and create opportunities for underserved communities."
As a strategic advisor, Dr. Atherton has been recognized for her technical acumen, innovation, and culture development. Dr. Atherton currently serves as the Chief Legal Officer of The Commons Project Foundation, a global non-profit organization creating innovations in digital health.
For more information about UltraSight, visit www.ultrasight.com.
About UltraSight
UltraSight aims to revolutionize cardiac sonography through the power of machine learning to enable more accurate and timely clinical decisions. The UltraSight automated guidance system and advanced usability features help bring the benefits of cardiac imaging to more healthcare professionals in new care settings, allowing patients access to ultrasound anywhere. In 2020, UltraSight won the TCT Innovation Competition, which took place during the Transcatheter Cardiovascular Therapeutics world conference. For more news and information, visit our website or follow UltraSight on LinkedIn and Twitter.
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Highlights Marketers' Approach and Investment in Reaching the Mover Demographic
Nearly Half of Mover Marketing Users Admit Mover Marketing has a Significant Impact on Overall Marketing Performance
BOSTON, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- V12, a Porch Group Company, today announced the findings of the 2022 Marketer's Perspective on Mover Marketing Report, which highlights marketers' approach and investment in reaching consumers who are moving.
The 2022 Marketer's Perspective on Mover Marketing Report was conducted in conjunction with Ascend2, who ran an online study in February and March 2022 of over 250 marketing professionals working for enterprise organizations in the B2C channel.
"Moving encompasses a vast range of home services with significant opportunity to engage consumers at key purchasing decision points," said Matt Ehrlichman, Porch founder, chairman, and CEO. "Successful mover marketing programs connect with audiences to provide solutions across every stage of a move. Results from our study revealed nearly half of mover marketing users saw a significant impact on the brand's overall marketing performance, validating the strategy's enterprise value and reinforcing customer acquisition and retention strategies in the B2C channel."
Key findings from the report include:
- Who is using mover marketing strategies? Just over one-quarter (28%) of organizations have a mover marketing strategy in place and measurable and another 26% are currently rolling out a strategy.
- Improving customer acquisition and retention. In the past year, mover marketing users have seen significant increases in both customer retention and customer acquisition compared to non-users.
- Budgets are going toward movers. 35% of mover marketing users who have the most successful overall marketing strategies dedicate more than 20% of their marketing budget to mover marketing programs.
- Mover marketing makes an impact. Nearly half of mover marketing users say that mover marketing has a significant impact on overall marketing performance, rating it an eight or higher on a scale of one to ten.
- Pre-move indicators boost success. Those with a mover marketing program in place who have access to pre-move indicators as a part of their program have significantly more success.
"There is a tendency to perceive retail brands as the primary users of mover marketing programs. However, our research revealed a wide range of industries, such as automotive, financial services, insurance, telecom, local services and personal goods are employing new mover marketing and experiencing significant increases in customer acquisition and retention as a result," said Michelle Taves, General Manager of V12.
According to Anders Ekman, President of V12, "Many brands are unaware of the potential in marketing to movers, believing it to be rooted in primarily one-dimensional, direct mail channels. However, modern mover marketing has evolved into a vibrant, digital and omnichannel tool."
Ekman continued, "Brands targeting movers in marketing programs experience a 210% increase in success compared to those not using mover marketing."
For more information and to download the report findings, click here.
About V12
V12 delivers insight on more movers, with more context, and greater precision than any provider in the market. The MoverTech suite of mover marketing solutions, powered by Porch technology, delivers early access to 80+% of US homebuyers. V12 links move, consumer, shopping intent, and property insight to deliver highly personalized, omnichannel, one-to-one new mover marketing campaigns and outcomes across multiple industries. For more information, visit www.V12Data.com.
About Porch Group
Seattle-based Porch Group, the vertical software platform for the home, provides software and services to more than 24,000 home services companies such as home inspectors, mortgage companies and loan officers, title companies, moving companies, real estate agencies, utility companies, and warranty companies. Through these relationships and its multiple brands, Porch provides a moving concierge service to homebuyers, helping them save time and make better decisions on critical services, including insurance, warranty, moving, security, TV/internet, home repair and improvement, and more. To learn more about Porch, visit porchgroup.com or porch.com.
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SANTA CLARA, Calif., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Silicon Valley-based travel insurtech company, VisitorsCoverage, has been honored with three Stevie Awards in the 20th Annual American Business Awards. VisitorsCoverage received Bronze awards in the following categories: Customer Service Team of the Year, Re-Branding/Brand Renovation of the Year and Most Valuable Service.
Being honored by the American Business Awards for the second year in a row illuminates the importance of VisitorsCoverage's mission to educate travelers and offer them best-in-class travel insurance products and services. These awards reflect the company's tech-forward, customer-first approach to travel safety. The recognition has motivated and inspired the team to continue to innovate new ways to enhance customer experience.
"Receiving three Stevies across distinct categories is a testament to our multifaceted, dynamic approach to travel insurance. We are pleased to be recognized for creating innovative products and services that truly benefit the modern traveler," said Rajeev Shrivastava, CEO, VisitorsCoverage.
About The Stevie Awards
The Stevie® Awards are the world's premier business awards. They were created in 2002 to honor and generate public recognition of the achievements and positive contributions of organizations and working professionals worldwide. In short order the Stevie has become one of the world's most coveted prizes.
About VisitorsCoverage Inc.
Founded in 2006, VisitorsCoverage has helped over a million customers in 175 countries find the travel insurance they need to feel safe, secured and well prepared for their journeys. Our award-winning and innovative marketplace of top-rated travel medical and trip insurance plans help travelers research, compare and buy affordable travel insurance online in minutes. Find insurance for the way you travel at VisitorsCoverage.com
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Despite Having Sex on the Mind, Over 70% of Women Surveyed Say Their Sex Life is Nonexistent or "Just Okay"
LOS ANGELES, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A new survey from Scarlet Society, a leading online resource for women's sexual health and wellness after 40, surveyed American women 40-60 years old to uncover sexual habits and satisfaction and how age impacts their sex life. And, the results are surprising. To start: Women are thinking about sex an eye-popping one quarter (24%) of their day but less than a third (27%) are truly satisfied with their sex life. Among the reasons for their lack of satisfaction? Being too tired (57%), a lack of interest in sex (31%) and vaginal dryness (28%).
So where in America do the most sexually satisfied 40 to 60 year old women live? More than one quarter (29%) of women living in the Southeast report that, at the age of 40 to 60, they're more sexually satisfied than they've ever been, far ahead of women in the Southwest (22%), Midwest (19%), Northeast (19%), and, coming in last, West (18%).
"Women over 40 are often portrayed in society as being past their 'sexual prime' and are devalued and left in the dark when it comes to their sexuality—especially after life's major transitions of marriage, childbirth or divorce," said Jade Chang Sheppard, Founder of Scarlet Society. "We did this survey to reveal exactly how satisfied - or unsatisfied - women are with their sex life and to help give them the right tools and education, like those found on ScarletSociety.com, to show that sex can continue to be more fulfilling and liberating than ever as we age."
The 2022 Scarlet Society Women & Sex Survey also found that:
- Top Turn-Ons: The biggest sexual turn ons are oral sex (48%), followed by extended foreplay (47%), new sexual positions (37%), sex toys (35%) and masturbation (30%).
- Talk Dirty to Me: More than half (55%) of women consider themselves to be an open book when discussing their sexual needs with their partner. While only a quarter (26%) remain tight lipped.
- Confidence is Key: Accepting the natural changes in your body (60%) was selected most often as improving sex after 40, followed by letting your needs be known (58%) and being confident (54%).
- Best Sex Ever: More than one third (36%) of women in their 40s report that they're most satisfied with their sex lives right now. While nearly half of women (47%) of women in their 50s report that their 30s were their most satisfying decade.
- Feeling Adventurous: For women in their 40s, they shared that new sexual positions (43%), pornographic images or movies (27%), and domineering or submission (25%) are turn ons.
Developed by women for women, Scarlet Society provides expertly curated and credible content, supportive social connections and relevant wellness products to serve as a dependable resource for women to confidently explore pleasure, female health and its place in the second half of a woman's life. Learn more at www.scarletsociety.com.
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From March 21, 2022 through March 29, 2022, a random online sample of 400 women in the United States between the ages of 40 and 60 were invited to complete an online survey about their sexual attitudes, preferences, and behaviors.
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Developed by women for women, Scarlet Society is the go-to resource for women's sexual health and wellness after 40. By providing curated and credible content, supportive social connections and relevant wellness products and services, Scarlet Society is committed to being a partner to women on their journey, firmly rooted in research and medical expertise. Learn more at www.scarletsociety.com.
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World's largest robotics competition with more than 28,000 attendees from 36 nations celebrates hands-on STEM education through robotics.
GREENVILLE, Texas, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Starting today, the Robotics Education & Competition (REC) Foundation's 15th annual VEX Robotics World Championship will be coming home to Dallas for the first in-person event in two years. Students compete year-round to attend this event with the goal of being crowned world champions. This year, more than 20,000 students from 49 states and 36 countries, and their custom-built robots, will compete in timed matches and make adjustments on-the-fly in race car-like pits.
The largest robotics community in the world will all unite both in person and remotely to celebrate STEM excellence and compete in heart-pounding competition matches. Student-led teams ranging from elementary to university age groups will showcase their game strategy, design, and teamwork skills at this global event. The competition will take place May 3 - 12 at the Kay Bailey Hutchinson Convention Center in Dallas, TX and remotely via vexworlds.tv.
The REC Foundation's VEX Competitions make up the largest and fastest growing robotics engineering platform consisting of the following programs: the VEX IQ Challenge (Elementary & Middle School), the VEX Robotics Competition (Middle School & High School) and VEX U (College/University). More than 20,500 robotics teams from 49 states and 47 countries compete in these programs on a local level throughout the year. Out of this group 3,000 teams qualify to attend the REC Foundation's VEX Robotics World Championship based on their success at the state and regional championships.
"The REC Foundation provides an impactful combination of STEM education, robotics competitions and workforce development initiatives to increase student interest in technology and pursuing technology careers," said Dan Mantz, CEO of the REC Foundation. "This competition will be our most exciting event yet, as we have waited two years to bring our diverse group of extraordinary students back together in-person."
"Students have certainly faced a number of challenges throughout the past few years, but their commitment to robotics and the competition never wavered," said Tony Norman, Co-Founder and President of VEX Robotics. "We are thrilled to be welcoming the students back to compete in person and know that this year's competition will showcase the remarkable ingenuity, passion and talent that makes them the innovative problem solvers of tomorrow."
The REC Foundation's VEX Robotics World Championship 2022 is presented by the Northrop Grumman Foundation. Other global sponsors that support the program year-round and this event include: Autodesk, Google, Mathworks, Microchip, NASA, Texas Instruments, and USAF Special Warfare.
More information about this event can be found at vexworlds.com.
About the Robotics Education & Competition (REC) Foundation
The Robotics Education & Competition (REC) Foundation's mission is to increase student interest and involvement in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) by engaging students in hands-on, affordable, and sustainable robotics engineering programs.
About VEX Robotics
VEX Robotics is a leading provider of educational and competitive robotics products to schools, universities, and robotics teams all around the world. The VEX 123, GO, IQ, V5, V5 Workcell and VEXcode VR product lines span from elementary school all the way through college with accessible, scalable, and flexible robotics solutions. Beyond science and engineering principles, a VEX Robotics project encourages teamwork, leadership, and problem solving among groups. It allows educators to easily customize projects to meet the level of students' abilities as they inspire and prepare the STEM problem-solvers of tomorrow.
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Forbes Business Council is an Invitation-Only Community for Successful Business Owners and Leaders
PALO ALTO, Calif. and DENVER, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Zenarate (https://www.zenarate.com/), the industry's leading AI conversation simulation solution, has been accepted into the Forbes Business Council, the foremost growth and networking organization for successful business owners and leaders worldwide.
Zenarate CEO and co-founder Brian Tuite was vetted and selected by a review committee based on the depth and diversity of his experience. Criteria for acceptance include a track record of successfully impacting business growth metrics, as well as personal and professional achievements and honors.
"We are honored to welcome Brian into the community," said Scott Gerber, founder of Forbes Councils, the collective that includes Forbes Business Council. "Our mission with Forbes Councils is to bring together proven leaders from every industry, creating a curated, social capital-driven network that helps every member grow professionally and make an even greater impact on the business world."
As an accepted member of the Council, Brian has access to a variety of exclusive opportunities designed to help him reach peak professional influence. He will connect and collaborate with other respected local leaders in a private forum and at members-only events. Brian will also be invited to work with a professional editorial team to share his expert insights in original business articles on Forbes.com, and to contribute to published Q&A panels alongside other experts.
Finally, Brian will benefit from exclusive access to vetted business service partners, membership-branded marketing collateral, and the high-touch support of the Forbes Councils member concierge team.
"Being able to share our insights on how AI Conversation Simulation is transforming contact center training and performance through the Forbes Council community is fantastic," said Zenarate's Tuite. "As a leader advancing AI simulation innovation, Zenarate is raising awareness on how human-centered AI is helping people perform better and advance their careers."
About Forbes Councils
Forbes Councils is a collective of invitation-only communities created in partnership with Forbes and the expert community builders who founded Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC). In Forbes Councils, exceptional business owners and leaders come together with the people and resources that can help them thrive.
To learn more about Forbes Councils, visit forbescouncils.com.
About Zenarate
Zenarate's AI Coach helps leading brands develop top-performing customer-facing teams through AI conversation simulation. Zenarate's AI Coach is used worldwide every day in over a dozen countries, including the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Philippines, India, and Europe and supports twelve languages. Zenarate Customers include 7 of the top 10 U.S. financial institutions, 2 of the top 5 BPOs, and leading companies in the healthcare, technology, and services industries. For more information, visit www.zenarate.com.
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LONDON, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Singletrack, the #1 client engagement and analytics platform for capital markets, today announced that ZKB Securities (UK) Ltd (ZKB UK) has gone live on Singletrack Sell Side, on budget and with a 16 week implementation.
ZKB UK is a recently-established broker facilitating investment in Swiss stocks and providing access to equity research from its parent company, Zürcher Kantonalbank. The broker uses Singletrack to service its clients effectively, across all available channels, ensuring accurate targeting, timely research distribution and a detailed understanding of client engagement.
The team at ZKB is lean and highly experienced. Using Singletrack enables them to eliminate time-consuming manual processes such as reconciling interaction data and sending research to aggregators. Singletrack's advanced features, such as the ability to ingest interaction data across key channels and identify meaningful interactions through natural language processing, and to ambiently capture client data that would otherwise be laborious and costly to process, give the team an additional edge.
Stuart McCandlish, CEO of ZKB UK, comments: "We're a specialised team with unique expertise in the Swiss equity and real estate markets. The Singletrack client engagement platform helps us direct our efforts most effectively and enables us to focus on what we do best without burdensome administrative overheads. We're already seeing the difference it has made to our prospecting and our processes."
Stuart Berwick, CEO of Singletrack, adds: "We are happy to see ZKB UK, a dynamic, growing firm, benefit from Singletrack's ambient data capture, smart processing and established aggregator integrations. We worked together with ZKB UK to deliver a fast implementation within an agreed budget, achievable thanks to the expertise of our projects team, acquired over hundreds of implementations around the world."
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Singletrack is the #1 client engagement and analytics platform for capital markets. Our 50+ clients boost performance across sales, trading, research, investment banking, operations, strategy, corporate access and compliance with our purpose-built platform.
Using Singletrack's fast-to-implement platform, firms say that the AI-driven advanced analytics and guided user behaviour help them create deeper client relationships and generate significant additional value by maximising revenue, profitability and workflow efficiency.
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2 hospitalized after argument over doughnuts leads to fight
SPARTANBURG, S.C. (WHNS/Gray News) – Two people were taken to a hospital in South Carolina this weekend after a fight broke out at a Krispy Kreme.
Store employees told WHNS one of the victims is still in ICU, while the other has since been released.
A witness told police she was waiting in line for food when a man and woman began arguing with the employee at the drive-through window.
The employee who was arguing with the customers told officers they had initially ordered a type of doughnut the store did not have.
When he told them they didn’t have that type, he said the customers replied, “Why do you have such an attitude about it?”
Police said the employee then told the customers to “order doughnuts we have or don’t order at all.”
Shortly after, the pair came into the lobby yelling.
According to the witness, another employee came over to try and stop the two but was shoved to the ground and hit his head on the concrete floor.
A third employee tried to stop the altercation but was also pushed to the ground.
Both people injured during the fight were taken to the hospital for treatment.
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4-year-old shot in head by 9-year-old handling gun, deputies in Texas say
HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTVT) - A 4-year-old boy was shot in the head Monday, and authorities said the gun was fired by his 9-year-old brother.
The sheriff’s department is now trying to piece together how that boy got the gun, as the younger child fights for his life in critical condition.
The 9-year-old boy was seen standing with his hands bagged as a shooting investigation swirled around him.
Investigators say the accidental shooting happened around 12:20 p.m. Monday. They believe he got the gun from an uncle.
“An uncle was visiting the residence. He does not normally live there, and he had a gun. The 9-year-old male found the gun and accidentally discharged, striking the 4-year-old in the head,” said Major Susan Cotter of Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
In the immediate aftermath, family members drove the little boy to a nearby hospital, where he was taken via lifeflight to the medical center.
Investigators say because there were seven or eight people at the house during the shooting, a number of people were seen with bags over their hands.
Neighbors who are used to the quietness of suburban life said the proliferation of guns is making them nervous.
“That’s all you hear all the time all day is more shootings. Since the guns, you’ve been able to be free with guns. It’s horrible,” an unidentified neighbor said.
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Amputee runs 104 marathons in 104 days, likely smashing world record
(AP) - When amputee athlete Jacky Hunt-Broersma says her mantra is, “I can do hard things,” she’s not kidding — the amputee athlete has run 104 marathons in as many days, all using a carbon-fiber prosthesis.
Hunt-Broersma, 46, completed that epic quest on Saturday near her home in suburban Phoenix, setting an unofficial world record along the way.
“What a journey,” she tweeted.
The South Africa native, who lost her left leg below the knee to a rare cancer, gained worldwide attention and a huge social media following after beginning her record attempt on Jan. 17.
Brick Runners, an organization that supports athletes who raise money for charities, even designed a Jacky-inspired Lego-style character complete with one of her favorite T-shirts, which reads: “Strong Has Many Forms.”
Hunt-Broersma also raised more than $67,000 to help fellow amputee blade runners get the expensive prostheses they need. Health insurance typically doesn’t cover the cost, which can exceed $10,000.
Every day since mid-January, she covered the classic 26.2-mile (42.2-kilometer) marathon distance either on a loop course laid out near her home in Gilbert, Arizona, or on a treadmill indoors.
Her original goal was to run 100 marathons in 100 days so she’d beat a record of 95 set in 2020 by Alyssa Amos Clark, a nondisabled runner from Bennington, Vermont, who did it as a pandemic coping strategy. But last month, after nondisabled British runner Kate Jayden unofficially broke Clark’s record with 101 marathons in 101 days, Hunt-Broersma realized she’d need to run at least 102.
In an interview with The Associated Press, she said she hoped her quest would inspire people everywhere to push themselves regardless of their physical limitations.
Guinness World Records spokesperson Amanda Marcus said the Britain-based organization was aware of Hunt-Broersma’s attempt, and that it would take 12 to 15 weeks to review the evidence before the record can be confirmed.
Guinness lists the men’s record for consecutive daily marathons as 59, set in 2019 by Enzo Caporaso of Italy.
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Biden to visit Lockheed plant as weapons stockpile strained
WASHINGTON (AP) — When President Joe Biden on Tuesday visits a Lockheed Martin plant that manufactures an antitank weapons system, he’s certain to herald the U.S.-made arms as a gamechanger for Ukraine’s stiff resistance to Russia’s invasion.
But Biden’s planned visit to the Alabama factory line is also drawing attention to a growing concern as the war drags on: Can the U.S. sustain the cadence in shipping vast amounts of arms to Ukraine while maintaining a healthy stockpile it may need if conflict erupts with North Korea, Iran or elsewhere?
The U.S. has provided at least 7,000 Javelins, including some transferred during the Trump administration, or about one-third of its stockpile, to Ukraine in recent years, according to an analysis by Mark Cancian, a senior adviser with the Center for Strategic and International Studies international security program. The Biden administration says it has committed to sending 5,500 Javelins to Ukraine since the Feb. 24 invasion.
Analysts also estimate that the United States has sent about one-quarter of its stockpile of shoulder-fired Stinger missiles to Ukraine. Raytheon Technologies CEO Greg Hayes told investors last week during a quarterly call that his company, which makes the weapons system, wouldn’t be able to ramp up production until next year, due to parts shortages.
“Could this be a problem? The short answer is, ‘Probably, yes,’” said Cancian, a retired Marine colonel and former Office of Management and Budget specialist on Pentagon budget strategy, war funding and procurement programs.
He added that Stingers and Javelins were where “we’re seeing the most significant inventory issues” and that production of both weapons systems has been limited in recent years.
The Russian invasion offers the U.S. and European defense industry a big opportunity to bolster profits as lawmakers from Washington to Warsaw are primed to increase defense spending in response to Russian aggression. Defense contractors, however, face the same supply chain and labor shortage challenges that other manufacturers are facing, along with some others that are specific to the industry.
Military spending by the U.S. and around the world was rising even before Russia’s Feb. 24 invasion. Biden’s proposed 2023 budget sought $773 billion for the Pentagon, an annual increase of about 4%.
Globally, total military spending rose 0.7% to more than $2 trillion for the first time in 2021, according to an April report from the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute.
The war will mean increased sales for some defense contractors, including Raytheon, which makes the Stinger missiles Ukrainian troops have used to knock out Russian aircraft. The company is also part of a joint venture with Lockheed Martin that makes the Javelins.
Biden will visit Lockheed Martin’s facility in Troy, Alabama, which has the capacity to manufacture about 2,100 Javelins per year. The trip comes as he presses Congress to quickly approve his request for an additional $33 billion in security and economic assistance for Kyiv. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., said Monday he hoped quick bipartisan agreement on the security package could be reached so the Senate could begin considering it “as early as next week.”
A White House official, who was not authorized to comment publicly and insisted on anonymity, said the Pentagon is working with defense contractors “to evaluate the health of weapons systems’ production lines and examine bottlenecks” in the manufacturing process. The administration is also considering a range of options, if needed, to boost production of Javelins and Stingers, the official said.
Pentagon press secretary John Kirby said Monday that America’s military readiness is not dependent on one system. He said that every time the Pentagon develops a package of weapons and systems to send to Ukraine, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the department do an assessment on what the impact will be on readiness.
“It’s not about counting, say, Javelins and being able to say that when you reach a certain level then all your readiness is gone,” Kirby said. “The Javelin is an anti-armor capability, so we judge it all as a conglomerate of what’s our ability to meet this particular mission set, realizing that a Javelin isn’t the only capability you have against armor.”
The lightweight but lethal Javelin has helped the Ukrainians inflict major damage on Russia’s larger and better-equipped military. As a result, the weapon has gained almost mythic regard, celebrated with a Javelin song and images of Mary Magdalene carrying a Javelin becoming a meme in Ukraine.
Lockheed Martin CEO James Taiclet said in a recent CNBC interview that demand for the Javelin and other weapon systems would increase broadly over time because of the Russian invasion. He said the company was working “to get our supply chain ramped up.”
“We have the ability to meet current production demands, are investing in increased capacity and are exploring ways to further increase production as needed,” Lockheed Martin, which is based in Bethesda, Maryland, said in a statement.
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City of Princeton announces 10 year economic development blueprint.
PRINCETON, W.Va. (WVVA) - The City of Princeton has been on an economic roll for the last 10 years. The Director of the city’s Economic Development Authority says They want that trend to continue.
The City of Princeton is giving a green light to move forward with the latest plan for economic improvements over the coming decade. More than 100 new businesses have set roots in Princeton since 2014. The hope is this new plan will bring another crop of small businesses to the mercer county seat over the next decade.
With PCH’s recent partnership with WVU Medicine, the city wants to capitalize on the healthcare growth in the city, while also strengthening the transportation system.
Future meetings with various committees are open to the public. They’ll be held inside Princeton City Hall over the next year.
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Couple robbed of $40,000 at gunpoint while visiting California
OAKLAND, Calif. (KGO) - An Atlanta couple is shaken after they were robbed at gunpoint in California.
The thieves made an escape with about $40,000 worth of stolen items.
“Our peace has definitely been broken. My heart is hurting, but I am thankful, and I’m grateful to be alive,” victim Toland Stallworth said.
What was meant to be a happy day turned into a nightmare scenario Saturday for Toland and Regina Stallworth.
The couple was in Oakland, California, over the weekend to celebrate Toland Stallworth’s grandmother’s 91st birthday.
Hours before the party, the couple was robbed at gunpoint while walking to their car near Jack London Square.
“I still see the guns. The only thing I was waiting on was the shot. I knew that Saturday was going to be the day that I died,” Toland Stallworth said.
He said they walked out of a restaurant that afternoon and suddenly found themselves surrounded by three men. Two of the men pressed guns to the couple’s head.
The Stallworths say that the thieves stole around $40,000 worth of goods. Items include cash that they had for the trip, Regina Stallworth’s purse and Toland Stallworth’s jewelry.
In spite of the loss, the couple said they were determined not to let it ruin the reason they traveled in the first place.
“Those guys took a lot of items from me, but they left me with my life, and that was the most beautiful thing, was able to still show up at that party,” Toland Stallworth said.
Toland Stallworth said after becoming a victim to crime, he is urging city leaders to do more to keep visitors and residents safe.
“You don’t have adequate security or policing. You don’t have surveillance. You don’t have cameras,” he said. “Your laws are so strict that if you’re not going to protect us, you’re not even going to allow me to protect myself.”
His wife said she agrees and is hesitant about visiting the Bay Area again.
“I love the city. It’s beautiful, but with what happened to us, I can’t come back,” Regina Stallworth said.
The couple said that despite the traumatic experience, they were moved by the outpouring of support they received from the community.
One man stayed with them for hours after the incident to make sure that they were alright.
“We had people come up to us placing money in our hand, telling us they’re sorry for what happened, and they don’t want us to have that impression of their city,” Regina Stallworth said.
As the couple heads home to Atlanta, they say they do not know what the future holds, but they plan to take it one day at a time.
“Everything has been violated. My peace, my heart, you know, and me personally, I don’t know what to expect when I get back home,” Toland Stallworth said.
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US officials: Griner now considered wrongfully detained
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration has determined that WNBA star Brittney Griner is being wrongfully detained in Russia, meaning the United States will more aggressively work to secure her release even as the legal case against her plays out, two U.S. officials said Tuesday.
Griner was detained at an airport in February after Russian authorities said a search of her bag revealed vape cartridges containing traces of cannabis oil. Since then, U.S. officials had stopped short of classifying the Phoenix Mercury player as wrongfully detained and said instead that their focus was on ensuring that she had access in jail to American consular affairs officials.
Now, though, U.S. officials have shifted supervision of her case to a State Department office focused on negotiating for the release of hostages and other Americans deemed wrongfully detained.
It was unclear what prompted the shift, though President Joe Biden’s administration had been under pressure from members of Congress and others to make Griner’s release a priority. The U.S. last week secured the release of Marine veteran Trevor Reed as part of a prisoner swap that also resulted in a convicted Russian drug trafficker being freed from prison in the U.S.
ESPN first reported the classification in Griner’s case. Two U.S. officials confirmed it on the condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to discuss it by name.
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WNBA to honor Brittney Griner with league-wide floor decals
(AP) - The WNBA will honor Phoenix’s Brittney Griner with a floor decal and allow the Mercury to pay her without it counting against the team’s cap, the league announced Tuesday.
The All-Star center remains in Russia after being detained following her arrival at a Moscow airport on Feb. 17. Russian authorities said a search of her luggage revealed vape cartridges that allegedly contained oil derived from cannabis, which could carry a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison. She has a hearing set for May 19.
The decal will feature Griner’s initials “BG” as well as her No. 42. All 12 teams will have the decal on their home courts starting with the season opener Friday night. The Mercury open their season at home that night against the Las Vegas Aces.
“As we begin the 2022 season, we are keeping Brittney at the forefront of what we do through the game of basketball and in the community,” said WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert. “We continue to work on bringing Brittney home and are appreciative of the support the community has shown BG and her family during this extraordinarily challenging time.”
The league also approved giving the Mercury both roster and salary cap relief so that they can carry a replacement player until Griner returns home. Griner will be paid her full salary of nearly $228,000.
Engelbert announced at the WNBA Draft there would be a league-wide charity initiative spearheaded by the Mercury to support Griner’s philanthropic project, called BG’s Heart and Sole Shoe Drive, which helps the homeless.
“In conjunction with the league, the other 11 teams, and those closest to BG, we will work to keep her top-of-mind as we tip the 2022 season,” said Mercury Executive Vice President and GM Jim Pitman. “While we await her return, our main concern remains for her safety and well-being. Our fans will miss her impact on the court and in our community, and this gesture of including her initials on every court and our BG’s Heart and Sole Shoe Drive activation in every market are for them and for her.”
Griner had one of her best seasons last year — the league’s second-leading scorer and sixth in rebounds. She helped the Mercury reach the WNBA Finals, where they lost to the Chicago Sky.
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2 hospitalized after argument over doughnuts leads to fight
SPARTANBURG, S.C. (WHNS/Gray News) – Two people were taken to a hospital in South Carolina this weekend after a fight broke out at a Krispy Kreme.
Store employees told WHNS one of the victims is still in ICU, while the other has since been released.
A witness told police she was waiting in line for food when a man and woman began arguing with the employee at the drive-through window.
The employee who was arguing with the customers told officers they had initially ordered a type of doughnut the store did not have.
When he told them they didn’t have that type, he said the customers replied, “Why do you have such an attitude about it?”
Police said the employee then told the customers to “order doughnuts we have or don’t order at all.”
Shortly after, the pair came into the lobby yelling.
According to the witness, another employee came over to try and stop the two but was shoved to the ground and hit his head on the concrete floor.
A third employee tried to stop the altercation but was also pushed to the ground.
Both people injured during the fight were taken to the hospital for treatment.
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4-year-old shot in head by 9-year-old handling gun, deputies in Texas say
HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTVT) - A 4-year-old boy was shot in the head Monday, and authorities said the gun was fired by his 9-year-old brother.
The sheriff’s department is now trying to piece together how that boy got the gun, as the younger child fights for his life in critical condition.
The 9-year-old boy was seen standing with his hands bagged as a shooting investigation swirled around him.
Investigators say the accidental shooting happened around 12:20 p.m. Monday. They believe he got the gun from an uncle.
“An uncle was visiting the residence. He does not normally live there, and he had a gun. The 9-year-old male found the gun and accidentally discharged, striking the 4-year-old in the head,” said Major Susan Cotter of Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
In the immediate aftermath, family members drove the little boy to a nearby hospital, where he was taken via lifeflight to the medical center.
Investigators say because there were seven or eight people at the house during the shooting, a number of people were seen with bags over their hands.
Neighbors who are used to the quietness of suburban life said the proliferation of guns is making them nervous.
“That’s all you hear all the time all day is more shootings. Since the guns, you’ve been able to be free with guns. It’s horrible,” an unidentified neighbor said.
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Amputee runs 104 marathons in 104 days, likely smashing world record
(AP) - When amputee athlete Jacky Hunt-Broersma says her mantra is, “I can do hard things,” she’s not kidding — the amputee athlete has run 104 marathons in as many days, all using a carbon-fiber prosthesis.
Hunt-Broersma, 46, completed that epic quest on Saturday near her home in suburban Phoenix, setting an unofficial world record along the way.
“What a journey,” she tweeted.
The South Africa native, who lost her left leg below the knee to a rare cancer, gained worldwide attention and a huge social media following after beginning her record attempt on Jan. 17.
Brick Runners, an organization that supports athletes who raise money for charities, even designed a Jacky-inspired Lego-style character complete with one of her favorite T-shirts, which reads: “Strong Has Many Forms.”
Hunt-Broersma also raised more than $67,000 to help fellow amputee blade runners get the expensive prostheses they need. Health insurance typically doesn’t cover the cost, which can exceed $10,000.
Every day since mid-January, she covered the classic 26.2-mile (42.2-kilometer) marathon distance either on a loop course laid out near her home in Gilbert, Arizona, or on a treadmill indoors.
Her original goal was to run 100 marathons in 100 days so she’d beat a record of 95 set in 2020 by Alyssa Amos Clark, a nondisabled runner from Bennington, Vermont, who did it as a pandemic coping strategy. But last month, after nondisabled British runner Kate Jayden unofficially broke Clark’s record with 101 marathons in 101 days, Hunt-Broersma realized she’d need to run at least 102.
In an interview with The Associated Press, she said she hoped her quest would inspire people everywhere to push themselves regardless of their physical limitations.
Guinness World Records spokesperson Amanda Marcus said the Britain-based organization was aware of Hunt-Broersma’s attempt, and that it would take 12 to 15 weeks to review the evidence before the record can be confirmed.
Guinness lists the men’s record for consecutive daily marathons as 59, set in 2019 by Enzo Caporaso of Italy.
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Biden to visit Lockheed plant as weapons stockpile strained
WASHINGTON (AP) — When President Joe Biden on Tuesday visits a Lockheed Martin plant that manufactures an antitank weapons system, he’s certain to herald the U.S.-made arms as a gamechanger for Ukraine’s stiff resistance to Russia’s invasion.
But Biden’s planned visit to the Alabama factory line is also drawing attention to a growing concern as the war drags on: Can the U.S. sustain the cadence in shipping vast amounts of arms to Ukraine while maintaining a healthy stockpile it may need if conflict erupts with North Korea, Iran or elsewhere?
The U.S. has provided at least 7,000 Javelins, including some transferred during the Trump administration, or about one-third of its stockpile, to Ukraine in recent years, according to an analysis by Mark Cancian, a senior adviser with the Center for Strategic and International Studies international security program. The Biden administration says it has committed to sending 5,500 Javelins to Ukraine since the Feb. 24 invasion.
Analysts also estimate that the United States has sent about one-quarter of its stockpile of shoulder-fired Stinger missiles to Ukraine. Raytheon Technologies CEO Greg Hayes told investors last week during a quarterly call that his company, which makes the weapons system, wouldn’t be able to ramp up production until next year, due to parts shortages.
“Could this be a problem? The short answer is, ‘Probably, yes,’” said Cancian, a retired Marine colonel and former Office of Management and Budget specialist on Pentagon budget strategy, war funding and procurement programs.
He added that Stingers and Javelins were where “we’re seeing the most significant inventory issues” and that production of both weapons systems has been limited in recent years.
The Russian invasion offers the U.S. and European defense industry a big opportunity to bolster profits as lawmakers from Washington to Warsaw are primed to increase defense spending in response to Russian aggression. Defense contractors, however, face the same supply chain and labor shortage challenges that other manufacturers are facing, along with some others that are specific to the industry.
Military spending by the U.S. and around the world was rising even before Russia’s Feb. 24 invasion. Biden’s proposed 2023 budget sought $773 billion for the Pentagon, an annual increase of about 4%.
Globally, total military spending rose 0.7% to more than $2 trillion for the first time in 2021, according to an April report from the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute.
The war will mean increased sales for some defense contractors, including Raytheon, which makes the Stinger missiles Ukrainian troops have used to knock out Russian aircraft. The company is also part of a joint venture with Lockheed Martin that makes the Javelins.
Biden will visit Lockheed Martin’s facility in Troy, Alabama, which has the capacity to manufacture about 2,100 Javelins per year. The trip comes as he presses Congress to quickly approve his request for an additional $33 billion in security and economic assistance for Kyiv. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., said Monday he hoped quick bipartisan agreement on the security package could be reached so the Senate could begin considering it “as early as next week.”
A White House official, who was not authorized to comment publicly and insisted on anonymity, said the Pentagon is working with defense contractors “to evaluate the health of weapons systems’ production lines and examine bottlenecks” in the manufacturing process. The administration is also considering a range of options, if needed, to boost production of Javelins and Stingers, the official said.
Pentagon press secretary John Kirby said Monday that America’s military readiness is not dependent on one system. He said that every time the Pentagon develops a package of weapons and systems to send to Ukraine, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the department do an assessment on what the impact will be on readiness.
“It’s not about counting, say, Javelins and being able to say that when you reach a certain level then all your readiness is gone,” Kirby said. “The Javelin is an anti-armor capability, so we judge it all as a conglomerate of what’s our ability to meet this particular mission set, realizing that a Javelin isn’t the only capability you have against armor.”
The lightweight but lethal Javelin has helped the Ukrainians inflict major damage on Russia’s larger and better-equipped military. As a result, the weapon has gained almost mythic regard, celebrated with a Javelin song and images of Mary Magdalene carrying a Javelin becoming a meme in Ukraine.
Lockheed Martin CEO James Taiclet said in a recent CNBC interview that demand for the Javelin and other weapon systems would increase broadly over time because of the Russian invasion. He said the company was working “to get our supply chain ramped up.”
“We have the ability to meet current production demands, are investing in increased capacity and are exploring ways to further increase production as needed,” Lockheed Martin, which is based in Bethesda, Maryland, said in a statement.
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Employers post record 11.5 million job openings in March
WASHINGTON (AP) — Employers posted a record 11.5 million job openings in March and the United States now has an unprecedented two job openings for every person who is unemployed.
The latest data released Tuesday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics further reveals an extraordinarily tight labor market that has emboldened millions of Americans to seek better paying jobs, while also contributing to the biggest inflation surge in four decades.
A record 4.5 million Americans quit their jobs in March — a sign that they are confident they can find better pay or improved working conditions elsewhere.
Layoffs, which has been running around 1.8 million a month before the pandemic hit the economy in early 2020, ticked up to 1.4 million in March from 1.35 million in February, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported Tuesday.
The U.S. job market is on a hot streak. Employers have added an average of more than 540,000 jobs a month for the past year. The Labor Department is expected to report Friday that the economy generated another 400,000 new jobs in April, according to a survey by the data firm FactSet. That would mark an unprecedented 12th straight month that hiring has come in at 400,000 or more.
The U.S. economy and job market roared back with unexpected strength from 2020′s brief but devastating coronavirus recession, fueled by massive government spending and super-low interested rates engineered by the Federal Reserve.
Caught off guard by the sudden rebound in consumer demand, companies scrambled to hire workers and stock their shelves. They were forced to raise wages, and factories, ports and freight yards were overwhelmed with traffic. The result has been shipping delays and higher prices.
In March, consumer prices rose 8.5% from a year earlier — the hottest inflation since 1981.
Where things go from here is uncertain. The Fed is raising short-term interest rates to combat inflation. The COVID-19 stimulus from the federal government is gone. And the war in Ukraine has clouded the economic outlook.
Despite strong hiring, the United States is still 1.6 million short of the jobs it had in February 2020, just before the coronavirus hit the economy; and that shortfall does not take into account the additional jobs that should have been added by a growing population.
For now anyway, the job market looks strong.
“Employees have strong job security and confidence in their ability to find new work,’’ said Nick Bunker, director of economic research at the Indeed Hiring Lab. “The labor market is still very much a job seeker’s market. Something dramatic will have to happen for this to change anytime soon.’’
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US officials: Griner now considered wrongfully detained
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration has determined that WNBA star Brittney Griner is being wrongfully detained in Russia, meaning the United States will more aggressively work to secure her release even as the legal case against her plays out, two U.S. officials said Tuesday.
Griner was detained at an airport in February after Russian authorities said a search of her bag revealed vape cartridges containing traces of cannabis oil. Since then, U.S. officials had stopped short of classifying the Phoenix Mercury player as wrongfully detained and said instead that their focus was on ensuring that she had access in jail to American consular affairs officials.
Now, though, U.S. officials have shifted supervision of her case to a State Department office focused on negotiating for the release of hostages and other Americans deemed wrongfully detained.
It was unclear what prompted the shift, though President Joe Biden’s administration had been under pressure from members of Congress and others to make Griner’s release a priority. The U.S. last week secured the release of Marine veteran Trevor Reed as part of a prisoner swap that also resulted in a convicted Russian drug trafficker being freed from prison in the U.S.
ESPN first reported the classification in Griner’s case. Two U.S. officials confirmed it on the condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to discuss it by name.
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US will recover all jobs lost during pandemic by July, report says
(CNN) - The U.S. job market is close to hitting a major milestone in the COVID-19 economic recovery.
According to Fitch Ratings, the labor force has nearly regained all the positions lost during the pandemic.
The US economy gained 431,000 jobs in March. Fitch reports that all jobs lost at the onset of the pandemic are expected to be fully recovered by July.
Fitch reports that 13 states have already filled the employment opportunities lost since the start of COVID. Those include Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Arizona, Idaho, Indiana, Montana, South Dakota, Utah and Colorado.
Still, there is one major caveat – economists say the job market is still down due to a loss of positions that would have developed had the pandemic not shut down development.
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GUANGZHOU, China, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The 131st Canton Fair, hosted virtually from April 15 to 24, further expanded its global sales and marketing network to promote trade cooperation with a record-breaking number of 536,000 overseas buyers from 228 countries and regions worldwide participating in the spring Fair, a 41.8 percent increase from the 130th Fair.
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Themed "Canton Fair, Global Share," the 131st Canton Fair has fully optimized its official platform to set up sections for supplier and vendor matching, new product releases, exhibitor connections and more, structuring a highly efficient, ubiquitous and borderless trade platform that allows global sellers and buyers to sign orders from anywhere in the world.
A total of 25,500 exhibiting companies have presented their products and brands at the Canton Fair, showcasing over three million items, a third of which are new product releases. Both of these figures represent new records in Canton Fair's history.
"A large number of intelligent, green and low-carbon products with independent intellectual property rights are emerging and growing rapidly, with the continuous development of new technologies, processes and models. The Canton Fair is a platform to show the world the latest achievements of China's advanced manufacturing, creativity, technologies and brands, demonstrating the strong resilience of China's foreign trade," said Xu Bing, the spokesperson of the Canton Fair and Deputy Director General of China Foreign Trade Centre.
The Canton Fair has arranged 147 top companies from 24 trade groups to host 150 new product launch events under five major themes: advanced technology, intelligent manufacturing, better life, low-carbon & green products and trade services.
In addition, the Fair also featured 974 companies in the Rural Vitalization zone who brought 49,200 products and signed orders to push forward the scaled, branded and specialized development of local industries.
More "Trade Bridge" events were hosted during the Canton Fair that reached 57 countries and regions worldwide, with a total of 4,000 overseas buyers participating to connect with Chinese companies and brands. The eight episodes of the "Discover Canton Fair with Bee and Honey" livestreaming event garnered a total viewership of 1.48 million.
The global partnership program has also been promoted at the Fair, with cooperation agreements signed with industry and commerce institutions from the 14 RCEP member countries. The Canton Fair now has 170 global partners, and has furthered expanded its global network.
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LOUISVILLE, Ky., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Spectators and jockeys chomping at the bit for the 148th running of the Kentucky Derby will have a clean and safe experience thanks to Pittsburgh-based drone technology company AERAS.
For the second consecutive year, the company will sanitize the exterior seating area at Churchill Downs using its patented charged-electrostatic drones. As the Derby returns to full capacity this year, AERAS also will use its innovative drone technology to power wash portions of the exterior at the racetrack for the oldest continuously held sporting event in the United States.
"We had an awesome experience working with Pritchard Sports and Churchill Downs last spring and we are excited to expand this partnership at this year's Derby," said Eric Lloyd, AERAS CEO and co-founder. "AERAS' technology gives spectators, staff and athletes peace of mind to know they're having the cleanest and best experience possible."
AERAS' pressure washing drone allows the company to provide cleaning services in a more effective, efficient and environmentally conscious manner. By using drones to clean surfaces in a way it's never been done before, AERAS prides itself on prioritizing precision and speed while mitigating risk. Its innovative and groundbreaking technology enables AERAS' fleet to be the most powerful pressure washing drones on the market.
"Cleanliness is always noticed," said Mike Anderson, president of Churchill Downs Racetrack. "This partnership with AERAS will help our team to deliver a memorable and superior guest experience at the Kentucky Derby and throughout the year at Churchill Downs."
AERAS debuted its AER-Force sanitization technology at last year's Kentucky Derby, the largest post-COVID in-person event at the time. Public health officials linked fewer than 10 COVID cases to the event. Since then, AERAS has not only continued to provide massive venues with cost-effective, large-scale sanitization options while eliminating all human error, but also expanded its technological capabilities to include applications in pressure washing, precision agriculture, infrastructure and other industries.
"We're ecstatic to move forward with a long-term partnership with Churchill Downs that implements our latest drone innovations," said Justin Melanson, chief innovation officer and co-founder. "As we look forward to the 150th Derby in 2024, we know the race is on to continue to find ways to help Pritchard Sports and Entertainment use technology to improve the fan experience at these events."
Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, AERAS is an innovative drone technology company setting new standards in the deployment and application of unmanned aerial systems. The company specializes in innovative drone technology applications for commercial sanitization, exterior building and window treatment, precision agriculture, infrastructure and public safety. As the only company certified by the FAA to use its patented, charged-electrostatic drone to sanitize indoor and outdoor venues, AERAS revolutionized how drones are used.
The company has pioneered and introduced its technology, fleet of custom drones, and proprietary software to markets throughout North America. Since 2020, AERAS has been at the forefront of UAS Research and Development as it sets the standards in drone technology.
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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AFFIRM Originals and Pure Flix proudly present, "Going Home," a new series that follows an inspiring team of nurses who help guide patients and loved ones on the ultimate journey – one of transition from this world to their forever home. It's a race against time as the team must help their clients find peace and wrap up loose ends with compassion and dignity.
"This is a powerful and moving show about family, faith and relationships," said Dan Merchant, the creator of the show. "It's ultimately about compassion, empathy and forgiveness. Our hope is that people think deeper about their relationships and realize that every interaction can be a blessing."
"Going Home" will premiere exclusively on Pure Flix June 2, 2022 with new episodes streaming each Thursday for the remainder of the month. "Going Home" stars Cynthia Geary, Cozi Zuehlsdorff and Charisma Carpenter. Well-known guest stars include Vernon Davis, Tom Skerritt and Concetta Tomei, among others.
"Charley has this calling and this profound sense of purpose and we get to see her grow through this season in such a compelling way," said actress Cynthia Geary, who plays main character Charley Copeland. "It was so exciting to play such a dynamic character who was able to bring so much peace and calm during what can be a very difficult transition for families. I'm honored to have the opportunity to portray someone like Charley."
Special guest star Vernon Davis added: "Each episode can stand on its own, but they weave together so well. I knew I needed to be a part of it once I read the script. All of the characters are so relatable and authentic."
As a thank you to all nurses, Pure Flix would like to gift nurses and other medical support-personnel with a free three-month trial membership to Pure Flix. All nurses are eligible and should visit www.pureflix.com/nurses, only on May 6, 2022, National Nursing Day, to start their special membership and discover for themselves the uplifting movies and series available on Pure Flix.
"Nurses are everyday heroes and quiet professionals. I really wanted to highlight all the joy, patience and love they bring into every hospital or hospice room they enter," said Merchant. "Nurses like Charley make someone's last days as comfortable and peaceful as possible and that's something that deserves to be acknowledged and celebrated."
Be sure to check out the trailer for this new series today. https://www.pureflix.com/GoingHome
Pure Flix is the leading faith and family-friendly streaming video-on-demand service. With thousands of God-honoring and inspiring movies and shows, you can Have Faith In Your Entertainment again.
Pure Flix was founded in 2005 by Michael Scott, David A.R. White, and Russell Wolfe. The company initially started as a film studio behind breakout theatrical hits like "God's Not Dead," "The Case for Christ," and "Do You Believe?" and launched its streaming platform in 2014. In late 2020, Pure Flix the streaming service became part of AFFIRM Entertainment, a subsidiary of Sony Pictures Entertainment, with a mission to stream God-honoring stories to a new generation through inspiring and faith-affirming TV shows, movies and original series.
AFFIRM Films, launched in 2007, is an industry leader in faith-based/inspirational films with worldwide box office of over $660 million including such hits as SOUL SURFER, WAR ROOM, RISEN, HEAVEN IS FOR REAL, MIRACLES FROM HEAVEN, OVERCOMER, A BEAUTIFUL DAY IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD in partnership with TriStar Pictures, and most recently The Kendrick Brothers' SHOW ME THE FATHER. AFFIRM produces, acquires and markets content that inspires, uplifts and entertains audiences around the world focusing on family and faith through its three divisions, AFFIRM Films, AFFIRM Television and AFFIRM Originals. Sony Pictures Entertainment is a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sony Corporation.
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Travelers can take advantage of $49* introductory fares in celebration
RENO, Nev., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- aha!, powered by veteran ExpressJet Airlines, announced nonstop service between Reno and Santa Rosa, Calif. beginning July 14, 2022 – connecting the urban heart of the wine country and the "Biggest Little City in the World."
"Reno has been a long requested and sought-after market from STS, and we are looking forward to a great partnership connecting these two great destinations," said Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County Airport Manager Jon Stout.
aha! will fly to the Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County Airport two times a week with 50-seat Embraer ERJ145 regional jets. With the addition of Santa Rosa aha! will serve 10 cities with nonstop flights from its hub and home base at Reno-Tahoe International Airport.
"We are excited to provide Sonoma County residents the opportunity to take short, spontaneous trips to Reno and Lake Tahoe without the hassle of airport layovers or driving," said Tim Sieber, head of ExpressJet's aha! business unit. "And travelers from Reno can use Santa Rosa as a jumping off point for all there is to see, do, eat, drink and explore in California's wine country."
Convenient Nonstop Flights + Less Travel Time = More Vacations and Trips
The quick 57-minute nonstop flight gives travelers more time for adventure and less time traveling. Flights will operate each Thursday and Sunday departing Reno Tahoe International Airport at 3:40 p.m. PT arriving at Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County Airport at 4:37 p.m. PT. Return flights will depart Santa Rosa at 5:15 p.m. PT and arrive in Reno-Tahoe at 6:12 p.m. PT.
"Connecting these two recreational hot spots is a fantastic addition to our local airport," said James Gore, Chair of the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors and representative for District 4, which includes the airport. "This gives our residents the opportunity to enjoy all that the Reno-Tahoe area has to offer and gives the Northern Nevada residents an excuse for a hassle-free wine country getaway. An absolute win-win for both markets."
Presently aha! connects nine markets to its hub in Reno-Tahoe: Bakersfield, Fresno, Ontario and Palm Springs, Calif.; Eugene/Springfield, Medford/Ashland and Redmond/Bend, Ore.; and Pasco/Tri Cities and Spokane, Wash.
Special Introductory $49* Fares
aha! is offering an introductory, limited-time launch fare of $49 each way* available for purchase through May 31, 2022 for travel completed by August 15, 2022. Book at www.flyaha.com or through the aha! contact center 775-439-0888.
About aha!
aha! is a leisure brand of ExpressJet Airlines. aha! seeks to provide travelers in smaller communities, many who have seen air service reduced over the past decade through airline mergers, with convenient, short, nonstop flights to high-quality destinations like the Reno-Lake Tahoe region. In addition to offering value-priced, nonstop flights, aha! will soon partner with resorts, casinos and attractions to "bundle" value-priced vacation packages. www.flyaha.com
About ExpressJet Airlines
ExpressJet Airlines is the union of Atlantic Southeast Airlines and Continental Express and operates Embraer ERJ145 regional jet aircraft. Over its 35-year history, ExpressJet has operated most Embraer and Bombardier airplanes from bases across the continental United States to cities in North America, Mexico, and the Caribbean. ExpressJet is majority owned by KAir Enterprises with United Airlines holding a minority interest. www.expressjet.com
Introductory Fare Sale
*Introductory, limited time $49 airfare is one-way and includes taxes, carrier charges & government fees. Must be purchased by May 31, 2022 and travel completed by August 15, 2022. Travel dates and fares are limited. Note that additional fees apply for call center bookings, baggage, etc. Fare rules, routes and schedules are subject to change without notice. Restrictions apply. Not valid on previously purchased itineraries. See www.flyaha.com for full details of fare, restrictions, and charges.
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Hydrogen for road transport: big step forward as a result of cooperation between Air Products, Schenk Tanktransport and TNO and benefits from subsidy awarded for use of trucks and construction of hydrogen refuelling station
ROTTERDAM, The Netherlands, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Air Products (NYSE: APD), Schenk Tanktransport and TNO are collaborating on the Clean Hydrogen and Road Transport Project (CH2aRT), an endeavor which will develop hydrogen trucks and a public hydrogen refuelling station. The project focuses on hydrogen in heavy-duty road transport and is subsidized by the DKTI transport scheme (Demonstration Scheme for Climate Technologies and Innovations in Transport) of the Dutch Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management.
This project is in cooperation with the Port of Rotterdam to create the largest hydrogen refuelling station in The Netherlands, initially supplying three zero-emission trucks from Air Products, Schenk Tanktransport and other early hydrogen adopters in the Rotterdam port area. Air Products will supply and operate the refuelling station in the Botlek area and supply green hydrogen in an efficient and safe manner, while Schenk Tanktransport will use the trucks for its daily logistics operations. TNO will monitor the entire project and use the insights obtained for the further development and application of hydrogen in heavy-duty road transport.
The allocated DKTI transport subsidy is meant to support projects for sustainable transport. The grant was created to accelerate these sustainable innovations in the transport sector.
The project also contributes to the ambitions of HyTrucks, an international consortium of various parties, which aims to deploy hydrogen in heavy road transport on a large scale by 2025 with 1,000 hydrogen-powered trucks in the triangle of Rotterdam, North Rhine-Westphalia and Antwerp. The parties, working under a memorandum of understanding, include not only Air Products but also port companies, transport companies, fuel station operators and truck manufacturers, among others.
Kurt Lefevere, Vice-President Benelux, Germany and France at Air Products:
"This partnership is very positive for Air Products as it offers the possibility, as the world's largest producer of hydrogen, to contribute even more to the necessary deployment of hydrogen in heavy-duty road transport. It is expected that hydrogen will help meet society's need to make transport more sustainable, based on zero or low carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. The choice of hydrogen for heavy duty vehicles, compared with other technologies, allows for faster refuelling, a greater vehicle range and the transport of heavier loads. The subsidy is evidence of the commitment locally and provides even further momentum to move forward. Our technology has been used in over 250 projects around the world. In addition, Air Products has decades of expertise and experience in hydrogen production, equipment, logistics and services."
Boudewijn Siemons, COO Port of Rotterdam:
"All modes of transport, from shipping to road transport, must be CO2 neutral by 2050. Hydrogen is a clean, viable alternative to diesel for freight transport. But then, of course, there have to be refuelling stations. I am delighted that Air Products is taking the lead in this respect by commissioning the first hydrogen filling station for trucks in Rotterdam within two years."
Harry Schenk, Co-CEO Schenk Tanktransport:
"For Schenk Tanktransport, this collaboration is fully in line with the partnership with Air Products and gives substance to our aim to be a frontrunner as a sustainable and innovative logistics service provider. Schenk Tanktransport has been focusing on reducing CO2 emissions for years and its fleet now consists of an increasing number of trucks running on (BIO) LNG. For us, hydrogen as a fuel is the next logical step in making our company and our environment more sustainable and future-proof."
Martijn Stamm, Director Market TNO Traffic & Transport:
"TNO's mission is to contribute to the achievement of the zero emission targets by accelerating solutions for sustainable powertrains. Trucks based on hydrogen fuel cells are one of the ways to achieve 100 percent reduction. TNO has many years of experience in monitoring and analyzing the reliability, maintenance and consumption of trucks under various conditions. In addition to this technical analysis, TNO also looks at driver acceptance and satisfaction, and analyses the opportunities, barriers and scenarios for scaling up in practice."
Air Products (NYSE:APD) is a world-leading industrial gases company in operation for 80 years. Focused on serving energy, environment and emerging markets, the Company provides essential industrial gases, related equipment and applications expertise to customers in dozens of industries, including refining, chemical, metals, electronics, manufacturing, and food and beverage. Air Products is also the global leader in the supply of liquefied natural gas process technology and equipment. The Company develops, engineers, builds, owns and operates some of the world's largest industrial gas projects, including: gasification projects that sustainably convert abundant natural resources into syngas for the production of high-value power, fuels and chemicals; carbon capture projects; and world-scale carbon-free hydrogen projects supporting global transportation and the energy transition.
The Company had fiscal 2021 sales of $10.3 billion from operations in over 50 countries and has a current market capitalization of about $55 billion. More than 20,000 passionate, talented and committed employees from diverse backgrounds are driven by Air Products' higher purpose to create innovative solutions that benefit the environment, enhance sustainability and address the challenges facing customers, communities, and the world. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com or follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook or Instagram.
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OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Album Quail Springs, a 55+ active adult community, is hosting a Cinco de Mayo Fiesta on Thursday, May 5 from 3 to 5 p.m. to show off the apartment homes designed for value-driven residents looking for a place where they can be themselves.
"Album Quail Springs is unlike any other senior living in the Oklahoma City area because we're not assisted or independent living. Our residents are the core of our community," Anna Geist, Community Manager, said. "Album Quail Springs has amazing amenities that suit our residents' lively social schedules and hobbies. We let our residents drive the social calendar with activities that suit their active lifestyle like crafting, book clubs, mixology, cooking demos, and plenty of fitness classes. Just one example of the lifestyle we encourage is the Cinco de Mayo Fiesta. We're focused on nurturing body, mind, and soul at Album Quail Springs."
The event is free, but space is limited. If you are not a resident but want to see the community and meet the people, please email us at albumqs@greystar.com to let us know you are interested in attending.
Album Quail Springs is a modern, four-story mid-rise with an array of amenities that include a fitness center, movie theater, swimming pool and activity terraces. Apartment homes come in one-, two- and three-bedroom floorplans – starting at $1,329 – appointed with luxury finishes such as gourmet kitchens with stainless steel appliances, walk-in showers, granite counters, designer lighting, wood-style plank flooring and more.
Resident Anna LaRue said, "The many amenities available to us and the cleanliness of the environment, it feels like a boutique hotel."
The community is within walking distance of local restaurants and shopping, including Target, Chisolm Creek Shopping Center, and the Quail Springs Mall, but provides the atmosphere of a private oasis with neighborhood favorites just down the street.
Album residences feature hand-selected amenities inside and out while complementing every aspect of an active adult's life. Apartment homes have modern features, finishes and design with plenty of room to unwind. Album invites residents to take the lead in building a strong community with events, clubs, classes, activities and more while making every day and experience a favorite.
To learn more about Album Quail Springs, or to schedule a tour, visit www.albumlife.com/albumquailsprings or call 405-384-8488.
About Greystar
Greystar is a leading, fully integrated real estate company offering expertise in investment management, development, and management of rental housing properties globally. Headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, Greystar manages and operates approximately $230 billion of real estate in 215 markets globally including offices throughout North America, Europe, South America, and the Asia-Pacific region. Greystar is the largest operator of apartments in the United States, manages more than 754,000 units/beds, and has a robust institutional investment management platform with more than $49.9 billion of assets under management, including $22.6 billion of development assets. Greystar was founded by Bob Faith in 1993 with the intent to become a provider of world-class service in the rental residential real estate business. To learn more, visit www.greystar.com.
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WILMINGTON, N.C., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Alcami, a leading United States-based contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), announced today that it is partnering with Civica Inc. (Civica Rx), a nonprofit pharmaceutical company focused on ensuring quality generic medicines are accessible and affordable to everyone. With the execution of this agreement, Alcami will provide analytical support for products to be manufactured at Civica's 140,000 square-foot sterile injectable manufacturing facility in Petersburg, Virginia.
"We are proud to support Civica and the important work they are doing to ensure the supply of high-quality generic medicines in the United States," said Timothy Compton, Chief Business Officer of Alcami.
Alcami's network of laboratories across the United States will support Civica's program with method establishment, validation, release, and stability for excipients, drug substances, and drug products, in addition to formulation development support.
"The support we have been engaged to provide is a testament to our broad capabilities, technical expertise, and ability to collaborate with customers to deliver high-quality results consistently," added Mr. Compton.
"Alcami will provide testing services for products developed and manufactured for and at our Civica Petersburg manufacturing facility," said Martin VanTrieste, President and CEO of Civica Rx. "Our partnership further strengthens our United States supply chain and supports our mission to make quality medicines accessible and affordable to everyone."
About Alcami:
Alcami is a contract development and manufacturing organization headquartered in North Carolina with over 40 years of experience advancing products through every stage of the development lifecycle. Leveraging 675,000 ft² across five US-based scientific campuses, Alcami serves pharmaceutical and biotech companies of all sizes providing customizable and innovative solutions for analytical development, clinical to commercial sterile and oral solid manufacturing, packaging, microbiology, cGMP biostorage, environmental monitoring, and pharmaceutical support services. Alcami's private equity ownership includes Madison Dearborn Partners and Ampersand Capital Partners. For more information, please visit alcaminow.com and masy.com.
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FOLCROFT, Pa., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- American Expediting is pleased to announce that it has officially acquired Crosstown, Inc. as part of the company's strategic growth plan to provide new and existing customers with nationwide coverage. The acquisition of Crosstown will further strengthen the company's network in the Tennessee Valley Region through their 27 years of demonstrated experience there.
Crosstown was founded in 1995 to provide on-demand and scheduled courier transportation services throughout Tennessee. In 1999, Crosstown became the premier delivery provider to the life sciences industry within their operating network. Over the last 27 years, Crosstown has grown significantly to expand its service to Columbia, SC and Indianapolis, IN.
President of Crosstown, Steve Seger, will continue to manage Crosstown day-to-day business and will be leading the integration and transition.
"This is a great opportunity for Crosstown and to join forces with American Expediting as the leading service provider for life sciences, final mile, and warehouse distribution was the natural next step," said Seger. "Our customers can now benefit from more service offerings and at a national level, which we couldn't offer before."
"Crosstown is a perfect fit for our commercial strategy as we continue to develop a robust first-and-final mile life science delivery network that complements our mission of saving lives one critical shipment at a time," said Bryan Campbell, Chief Commercial Officer of American Expediting.
The acquisition aims to continue American Expediting's expansion across the nation, providing its customers with strengthened networks, added value, and increased agility.
About American Expediting:
American Expediting provides expert and highly specialized services from cold-chain logistics to urgent same-day ground transport for its life science partners. Leading with confidence and precision, American Expediting is recognized as the premier North American provider of specialty transport, logistics, storage, and distribution solutions due to its hard-earned reputation for best-in-class and on-time performance.
More information about American Expediting is available online at www.americanexpediting.com
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CAMDEN, N.J., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- We are proud to announce that Detroit Water & Sewerage Department (DWSD) endorses American Water Resources, LLC (AWR), to offer Detroit homeowners a discount on optional Water Line and Sewer Line Protection Programs.
"We are thrilled to be endorsed by the Detroit Water and Sewerage Department to provide homeowners an affordable and reliable solution specifically tailored to protect customers from the costs of unexpected home repairs," said Jules Ainsworth, Chief Commercial Officer. "Property owners may be faced with the need to repair the water and sewer lines running through their property, and standard homeowners' insurance policies typically do not cover these repairs, which can cost thousands of dollars. This is where we step in – American Water Resources offers peace of mind protection and first-class customer service."
This optional protection is available to all Detroit homeowners and is different and complementary to the Basement Backup Protection Program offered by the City of Detroit to eligible neighborhoods. AWR offers affordable, optional home protection programs to Detroit homeowners, with service specialists available 24/7/365.
"We endorsed American Water Resources because of their exceptional customer service, program coverage, and proven track record in protecting homeowners across the country. By endorsing AWR, we aim to protect Detroit homeowners from unexpected repair costs to their external water and sewer lines," said Gary Brown, director of the Detroit Water and Sewerage Department. "Several hundred homeowners this past winter had burst water service lines that cost them thousands of dollars to repair, and most private sewer lines DWSD has encountered have outlived their useful life and can collapse off the public sewer. Severe issues necessitating home sewer line replacement can in some cases cost more than $10,000. This warranty program will save our customers from the burden and expense when these issues arise."
Educational resources about these programs will be arriving to eligible homeowners in the mail. To learn more and to enroll in the optional Water Line and Sewer Line Protection Programs offered by American Water Resources, visit: AWRUSA.com/Detroit.
About American Water Resources
American Water Resources offers service line protection contracts to homeowners in 43 states and Washington, D.C., and currently services more than 2 million contracts. The company has been providing protection contracts since the year 2000 with more than 9 out of 10 customers satisfied and an A+ Rating from the Better Business Bureau. American Water Resources is an independent third-party provider of optional home protection programs. American Water Resources is a trademark of American Water and used under license. AWR's optional programs are not provided by American Water or its affiliates. For more information, visit American Water Resources at awrusa.com.
About The Detroit Water and Sewerage Department
The Detroit Water and Sewerage Department (DWSD) delivers clean water and collects sanitary sewage and stormwater from more than 230,000 accounts, representing a residential population of nearly 700,000. DWSD's water system consists of more than 2,700 miles of water main and 29,000-plus fire hydrants, and the combined sewer collection system has nearly 3,000 miles of sewer piping, more than 90,000 catch basins and 16 green stormwater infrastructure projects within the city of Detroit. Since June 2019, DWSD has committed $100 million per year to begin to address the aging infrastructure, including replacing lead service lines.
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BOSTON, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A team from Analysis Group, one of the largest international economics consulting firms, supported WilmerHale LLP and its client Intuit in their successful bid to dismiss the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC's) attempts to halt the marketing of Intuit's popular tax filing software, TurboTax Free Edition, in California.
In the case (Federal Trade Commission v. Intuit Inc.), the FTC alleged that Intuit was deceptively advertising the software as free while concealing disclosures that only simple tax filings qualified for the free service, in violation of Section 13(b) of the Federal Trade Commission Act. The FTC filed an emergency motion for a temporary restraining order (TRO) and a preliminary injunction.
An Analysis Group team led by Managing Principals Aaron Yeater and Rebecca Kirk Fair, and Vice Presidents Kris Comeaux, Tracy Offner, and Elizabeth Milsark, supported Professor Peter Golder, Professor of Marketing at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College, and Professor John Hauser, Kirin Professor of Marketing at the MIT Sloan School of Management, in their expert submissions to the court rebutting claims made by the FTC and its marketing and surveys expert.
The motion was denied by the US District Court for the Northern District of California.
To learn more about Analysis Group's capabilities, visit AnalysisGroup.com.
About Analysis Group:
Analysis Group is one of the largest international economics consulting firms, with more than 1,000 professionals across 14 offices in North America, Europe, and Asia. Since 1981, we have provided expertise in economics, finance, health care analytics, and strategy to top law firms, Fortune Global 500 companies, and government agencies worldwide. Our internal experts, together with our network of affiliated experts from academia, industry, and government, offer our clients exceptional breadth and depth of expertise.
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BARCELONA, Spain, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The IOT Solutions World Congress (IOTSWC), the largest international event devoted to industry transformation through disruptive technologies, will hold its sixth edition from May 10 to 12 and will feature over 200 experts in industrial digitalization in its congress program.
Among the speakers is Ann Dunkin, Chief Information Officer (CIO) at the US Department of Energy and author of Industrial Digital Transformation: Accelerate digital transformation with business optimization, AI, and Industry 4.0. In 2016 she was named one of ComputerWorld's Premier 100 Technology Leaders, and one of Washington DC's Top 50 Women in Technology in 2015 and 2016.
With a wide experience of the Healthcare industry, Lucien Engelen looks at how new technologies can change patient care models in the context of rising demand for healthcare, shortages of skilled staff and restrictive budgets. He is a faculty member of Exponential Medicine at Singularity University and has advised many companies in business transformation.
The crossroads between sport and technology will be the main focus of the conference of Albert Mundet, Director of the Barça Innovation Hub at FC Barcelona. Mundet will explain how the football club is using Digital Twins to enhance visitors' experience at the Camp Nou.
Healthcare and technology innovation is the domain of Shafi Ahmed, a colorectal surgeon at The Royal London and St Bartholomew's Hospitals. A multi award-winning surgeon, teacher, futurist and innovator, Dr. Ahmed has explored the use of augmented and virtual reality as tools to improve healthcare delivery and teaching.
Organised by Fira de Barcelona in partnership with the Industrial Internet Consortium®, IOTSWC will structure its congress program in five horizontal tracks: Business Optimization Solutions, Artificial Intelligence Solutions, Connectivity Solutions, Security Solutions and Customer Experience Solutions. The Congress program will also feature speakers from Airbus; Buhler Group; Johnson&Johnson; Konecranes; Lego Group, Siemens, Toshiba and Volkswagen Group.
Industry transformation reimagined
The event will showcase the solutions of 310 exhibiting companies including ABB, Altair, Amazon Web Services, BrainCube, Crowdstrike, Deloitte, Device Authority, EMnify, Faircom Corporation, Fiware, Hornet Security, Huawei, Kaspersky, KNX, Libellium, Palo Alto, Richardson RFPD, Relayr, Siemens, Sternum and Trellix, TXOne Networks. All of them will display examples of how the Internet of Things, Artificial intelligence, Digital Twins, Augmented and Vistrual Reality, Blockchain and other technologies have the potential to transform entire businesses.
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COEVORDEN, The Netherlands, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A recent study, conducted independently by CAST Software, compared application system quality (ISO5055 based) for a mainframe Policy Admin System called Ingenium with that exact system migrated using Asysco's automated conversion technology (AMT).
The migration project consisted of converting and moving 2 million lines of COBOL/CICS/Easytrieve code from the IBM Mainframe environment to a Microsoft .NET cloud environment.
The study clearly shows a big quality improvement of the converted system over the original mainframe system as, in all key areas including Security, Reliability, Performance Efficiency, Maintainability, Robustness, Security and Changeability, metrics improved significantly, underlining Asysco's AMT transformation technology leadership.
This clearly means that Asysco's AMT solution is a viable option that should be taken seriously by those wanting to move away from mainframes.
The study was also evaluated by 7N, a leading data driven digital advisory specialized in solving complex IT challenges. "The result of the study shows that legacy code conversion is a valid alternative that should be taken seriously by those wanting to move away from mainframe setups." says Freek Hoekstra, Management Consultant at 7N.
For the complete evaluation, please visit New comparative study: Proven benefits from legacy code conversion.
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Little Falls, N.J., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bantec, Inc. (OTCPINK: BANT) ("Bantec" or the "Company"), Bantec, Inc., a product and services company, announces that its subsidiary Drone USA received purchase orders to supply drone parts to repeat customers.
Michael Bannon, Bantec's Chairman and CEO stated: "We see police and fire departments starting to embrace and add drone technology to their crime fighting arsenals. Three years ago, I presented the idea of adding drone technology to a group of police chiefs. Most were not interested. This reluctant sentiment is beginning to dissipate. Drones add efficiency and make dangerous situations safer. Typically, we see departments with one or two technically savvy individuals having some drone knowledge and experience. Their higher ups are allowing these individuals to setup and run drone programs. Many have reached out to us for guidance. As the police and fire drone market grows, we believe creating a drone franchise makes good business sense and will increase revenue in 2022 and beyond.
About Drone USA
Drone USA offers full-service drone consulting, from helping you purchase the right UAVs and accessories, to getting you trained, practiced, and licensed. Whether you're a private security team, police force, or government department, our huge selection of drone technology and training programs will ensure that your team flies smarter, safer, and with the precision of seasoned drone pilots.
Drone USA: www.droneusainc.com
About Bantec
Bantec, Inc, a product and services company, through its subsidiaries and divisions sells to facility managers, engineers, maintenance managers, purchasing managers and contract officers who work for hospitals, universities, manufacturers, commercial businesses, local and state governments, and the US government. Our difference that matters consists of establishing lifelong customer and supplier friendships, responding immediately to our customers' needs, and providing products and services through a highly technically trained, motivated, and incentivized workforce.
Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements in this press release may be considered "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements may include projections of matters that affect revenue, operating expenses, or net earnings; projections of growth; and assumptions relating to the foregoing. Such forward-looking statements are generally qualified by terms such as: "plans, "anticipates," "expects," "believes" or similar words. Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, some of which cannot be predicted or qualified. Future events and actual results could differ materially from those set forth in, contemplated by, or underlying the forward-looking information. These factors are discussed in greater detail in our Form 10-K filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
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Specially formulated three-step system effectively addresses concerns as a result of estrogen loss
NEW YORK, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bonafide®, the women's healthcare company that is pioneering a new and more natural approach to managing menopause symptoms with first-of-its-kind, evidence-based over-the-counter medical products, has just announced the launch of its newest innovation, Silvessa™. The three-step system is designed to improve the health and appearance of hair and skin that's been impacted by menopause.
Noticeable changes to hair and skin are among the top concerns women face during their menopause journey. Decreased blood flow that prevents access to key nutrients, increased UV sensitivity, and damage from free radicals and oxidative stress are impacts of declining estrogen that are proven to negatively affect the appearance of skin and hair. Particularly, a sharp decline in collagen production and increased collagen degradation caused many women to lose 30% of their collagen during the first five years of menopause. As a result, many women going through perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause may notice their skin becoming dry, rough, and less elastic, and their hair becoming thin, coarse, dry, frizzy, and dull.
Silvessa is a daily routine formulated to restore the collagen and nutrients impacted by declining estrogen ¹ ² — improving the appearance of your hair and skin today, and protecting against future damage tomorrow.
The system contains three different components to deliver optimized three-way support working inside and outside the body.
- Nourishing Daily Capsule - Taken orally, only the Silvessa capsule has Bonafide's new exclusive strengthening formulation, made with biotin that's 3x more potent than generic biotin ⁴ and silicon that's 1.2X better absorbed ³, plus the super protective antioxidant phycocyanin.
- Strengthening Hair Serum - Applied directly to the scalp, this serum's proprietary blend of naturally restorative ingredients, including Bonafide's exclusive strengthening formulation of silicon and biotin, works at the source to visibly increase hair volume, thickness, and growth, while boosting shine and strength.
- Hydrating Skin Serum - Massaged directly onto the skin, this powerful combination of hyaluronic acid and essential vitamins provides deep hydration that visibly reduces fine lines and wrinkles, while promoting the appearance of smoother, firmer, and more supple skin.
"Menopause can be impactful in so many ways, but unwelcome changes to the physical appearance including those to hair and skin can be the most jarring for women," said Dr. Alyssa Dweck, OBGYN and Chief Medical Officer of Bonafide. "Having one unique and simple to use system that addresses these concerns will be beneficial to those experiencing menopause related hair and skin symptoms."
In a 3-month open-label experience trial on the ingredients in the Silvessa system, 92% of women saw an increase in overall hair volume and 82% saw an increase in hair thickness.5 Additionally, 83% of women were more satisfied with how healthy their skin looked and 75% reported improvement in skin smoothness.5
Silvessa is now available exclusively at hellobonafide.com, alongside all naturally powerful solutions within Bonafide's product portfolio.
About Bonafide
Bonafide Health was launched with a simple mission in mind: to provide women with novel, safe and highly effective treatment options for relief from symptoms throughout their menopause journey. As part of Bonafide's scientific research and product development process, the brand prides itself on its deep understanding of the biological and physiological changes that affect women due to hormonal fluctuations experienced as they age. Trusted by more than 10,000 health care professionals, Bonafide provides first-of-its-kind, evidence-based solutions developed from naturally derived ingredients that are hormone-free and drug-free.
Bonafide®, Ristela®, Revaree®, Relizen®, Silvessa™, Serenol™ and Clairvee® and their associated logos are trademarks of Bonafide Health, LLC. All third-party trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
To learn more visit: hellobonafide.com.
¹ Cicek D, et al. Front. Pharmacol. 2021;12:657207. Preclinical study.
² Durmus AS, et al. Biol Trace Elem Res. 2017;177(1):122-131. Preclinical study.
³ Sahin K, et al. Food and Chemical Toxicology. 2019;125:242-251. Preclinical study comparing ingredients in Silvessa to a blend containing silicon.
4 Data on file. In vitro study comparing ingredients in Silvessa to D-Biotin.
5 Sylla S, et al. Current Developments in Nutrition. 2021; 5:Supplement_2:37. 3 month open-label experience trial on the ingredients in Silvessa.
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Strategic move is third since 2021 for semi-trailer leasing leader
DENVER, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Boxwheel Trailer Leasing (www.boxwheel.com), a leading provider of semi-trailer rentals, leases, and sales, with physical rental locations in Denver, Phoenix, Salt Lake City, and Reno, is pleased to announce the asset acquisition of Fleet Trailer Leasing, located in El Paso, TX. This acquisition enables customers in the El Paso and Juarez, Mexico, semi-trailer rental and leasing markets to benefit from Boxwheel's deep trailer rental expertise, expanded geographic coverage, and wide network of industry connections.
"Fleet Trailer has a long history in the El Paso and Juarez markets and is widely respected in the industry," said Boxwheel Co-Founder Mike DiPaolo. "We'll continue to provide the exceptional service Fleet Trailer customers are accustomed to and look forward to continuing and building strong relationships with El Paso/Juarez-area customers as we operate under the Boxwheel company name."
This is Boxwheel's third strategic expansion since 2021. It follows the company's acquisitions of All-Ways Leasing's assets in Denver and Prime Trailer Leasing's branches in Salt Lake City and Reno.
Boxwheel—with support from Houston-based private equity firm Crosstimbers Capital Group and lender Hancock Whitney Bank—plans to continue driving growth in target markets both organically and through acquisitions.
About Boxwheel Trailer Leasing
Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Denver, CO, Boxwheel provides dry van, flat bed, and refrigerated units for rental, lease, or sale to customers seeking long-haul, cartage, and storage solutions.
Boxwheel is proud to serve the Denver, Phoenix, Salt Lake City, Reno, and now El Paso markets. The company strives to make leasing a trailer affordable, safe, and easy. Boxwheel employees consider it a privilege to be actively involved in the communities they serve.
Local Contact Information
Organization: Boxwheel Trailer Leasing
Address: 9001 East 96th Avenue Henderson, CO 80640
Phone: (720) 990-1219
Email: andre@boxwheel.com
About Crosstimbers Capital Group
Based in Houston, TX, Crosstimbers Capital Group provides formation capital to scalable platform companies that acquire, develop, and operate hard assets. For more information visit www.crosstimbers.com.
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NEW YORK, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bureau Veritas, a world leader in testing, inspection and certification, today announced Marissa Minardi has been appointed Vice President of Corporate Social Responsibility and Environment for North America, effective immediately. Minardi will be responsible for positioning Bureau Veritas as a global leader in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices in the US.
Minardi will report directly to Shawn Till, EVP and CEO of Bureau Veritas North America.
"We are pleased to welcome Marissa to the Bureau Veritas family," said Shawn Till, EVP and CEO, Bureau Veritas, North America. "We believe what gets measured gets done, and we're holding ourselves accountable to ensure our CSR efforts make a meaningful and lasting impact on people and the planet. I'm confident that Marissa's experience and passion position her for success with Bureau Veritas' 2025 CSR targets and initiatives."
Bureau Veritas' 2025 CSR strategy lays out one essential ambition: to be the CSR leader in its business. Aligned with five of the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, the Group's 2025 CSR strategy, "Shaping a Better World" covers Environment, Social and Governance topics through its three pillars: Shaping a Better Workplace, Shaping a Better Environment and Shaping Better Business Practices. Of 19 identified key performance indicators, five are non-financial indicators that represent the Group's 2025 commitment to its stakeholders:
- 35% females in executive leadership positions
- 35 training hours per employee per year
- Reduce carbon footprint to 2.0 tons per employee
- Have a total accident rate of 0.26
- Achieve 99% in completion of the Group's Code of Ethics training
Minardi is a seasoned leader in the environmental, health, and safety (EHS) industry. A professional engineer, she comes to Bureau Veritas with nearly twenty-two years of experience working with clients to foster sustainable operations and portfolios that are compliant, and also embrace a culture where EHS responsibilities and care are integral to everyday business and value-add is realized. Her passion centers on business-oriented solutions that enable the protection of our environment, families, communities, employees, clients, service partners, and shareholders.
"I am proud to assume the role of vice president of corporate social responsibility and environment at Bureau Veritas North America," said Marissa Minardi, Vice President of Corporate Social Responsibility and Environment, Bureau Veritas, North America. "Doing the right thing is at the heart of who we are as a company, and I am looking forward to ensuring that this mission-driven approach guides the success of every employee, client, and community we serve."
Minardi holds a B.S. in Environmental Engineering from Louisiana State University and a M.S.E.L. in Environmental Law from Vermont Law School.
Bureau Veritas is a world leader in laboratory testing, inspection and certification services. Created in 1828, the Group has close to 80,000 employees located in nearly 1,600 offices and laboratories around the globe. Bureau Veritas helps its 400,000 clients improve their performance by offering services and innovative solutions in order to ensure that their assets, products, infrastructure and processes meet standards and regulations in terms of quality, health and safety, environmental protection and social responsibility.
Bureau Veritas is listed on Euronext Paris and belongs to the CAC 40 ESG, CAC Next 20 and SBF 120 indices.
Compartment A, ISIN code FR 0006174348, stock symbol: BVI.
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- Twenty-four percent of California households could afford to purchase the $797,000 median-priced home in the first quarter of 2022, down from 25 percent in fourth-quarter 2021 and down from 27 percent in first-quarter 2021.
- A minimum annual income of $158,000 was needed to make monthly payments of $3,950, including principal, interest and taxes on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage at a 3.97 percent interest rate.
- Thirty-two percent of home buyers were able to purchase the $640,000 median-priced condo or townhome. A minimum annual income of $126,800 was required to make a monthly payment of $3,170.
- Infographic: https://www.car.org/Global/Infographics/Q1-2022-HAI
LOS ANGELES, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As California's median home price set a new high in March and interest rates reached their highest levels in more than two years, the housing affordability outlook for Californians was diminished in the first quarter of 2022, the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® (C.A.R.) said today.
The percentage of home buyers who could afford to purchase a median-priced, existing single-family home in California in first-quarter 2022 ticked down to 24 percent from 25 percent in the fourth quarter of 2021 and was down from 27 percent in the first quarter of 2021, according to C.A.R.'s Traditional Housing Affordability Index (HAI). The first-quarter 2022 figure is less than half of the affordability index peak of 56 percent in the first quarter of 2012.
C.A.R.'s HAI measures the percentage of all households that can afford to purchase a median-priced, single-family home in California. C.A.R. also reports affordability indices for regions and select counties within the state. The index is considered the most fundamental measure of housing well-being for home buyers in the state.
A minimum annual income of $158,000 was needed to qualify for the purchase of a $797,000 statewide median-priced, existing single-family home in the first quarter of 2022. The monthly payment, including taxes and insurance on a 30-year, fixed-rate loan, would be $3,950, assuming a 20 percent down payment and an effective composite interest rate of 3.97 percent. The effective composite interest rate was 3.28 percent in fourth-quarter 2021 and 3.08 percent in first-quarter 2021.
With the median price of condominiums and townhomes reaching another record high in first-quarter 2022, affordability for condos and townhomes dropped from the previous quarter. Thirty-two percent of California households earned the minimum income to qualify for the purchase of a $640,000 median-priced condo/townhome in the first quarter of 2022, which required an annual income of $126,800 to make monthly payments of $3,170. The first quarter 2022 figure was down from 40 percent a year ago.
Compared with California, nearly half of the nation's households could afford to purchase a $368,200 median-priced home, which required a minimum annual income of $73,200 to make monthly payments of $1,830. Nationwide affordability was down from 54 percent a year ago.
Key points from the first-quarter 2022 Housing Affordability report include:
- Compared to the previous quarter, housing affordability in the first quarter of 2022 declined in all but two of 51 counties. Affordability was improved in Mendocino County and remained unchanged in Humboldt County.
- In the nine-county San Francisco Bay Area, affordability declined from the previous quarter in all counties. Alameda County was the least affordable Bay Area county, at just 17 percent of households able to purchase the $1,370,500 median-priced home. Thirty-seven percent of Solano County households could afford the $600,000 median-priced home, making it the most affordable Bay Area county.
- In the Southern California region, housing affordability deteriorated in all counties. Orange County was the least affordable at 13 percent, while San Bernardino County was the most affordable at 39 percent of households able to purchase the $460,000 median-priced home.
- In the Central Valley region, Kings County was the most affordable at 51 percent, and San Benito was the least affordable at 24 percent.
- In the Central Coast region, Santa Barbara County was the least affordable at 12 percent, and San Luis Obispo County was the most affordable at 18 percent.
- For the state as a whole, Lassen (61 percent) remained the most affordable county in California in the first quarter of 2022, followed by Kings (51 percent), Shasta (42 percent) and Siskiyou (42 percent). Lassen also required the lowest minimum qualifying income ($48,400) of all counties in California to purchase a median-priced home.
- Mono (7 percent), Santa Barbara (12 percent), Santa Cruz (13 percent) and Orange (13 percent) were the least affordable counties in the state, with each of them requiring at least a minimum income of $205,600 to purchase a median-priced home in the county. San Mateo had the highest minimum qualifying income to buy a median-priced home in first-quarter 2022, surpassing the $400,000 benchmark for the first time and reaching a record high at $435,200. Three other counties in California that also had a minimum qualifying income of over $300,000 in first-quarter 2022 were Santa Clara ($371,600), San Francisco ($366,800), and Marin ($329,200).
- Housing affordability declined the most on a year-over-year basis in Yuba, dropping 12 points from the previous year. Four other counties that also recorded double-digit annual drops include Plumas (-11 points), Tuolumne (-11 points), Tehama (-10 points), and Yolo (-10 points). Higher interest rates and home price surges from a year ago were primary factors that led to the drop in affordability in these counties.
See C.A.R.'s historical housing affordability data.
See first-time buyer housing affordability data.
Leading the way…® in California real estate for more than 110 years, the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® (www.car.org) is one of the largest state trade organizations in the United States with more than 217,000 members dedicated to the advancement of professionalism in real estate. C.A.R. is headquartered in Los Angeles.
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Traditional Housing Affordability Indices (HAI) were calculated based on the following effective composite interest rates: 3.97% (1Qtr. 2022), 3.28% (4Qtr. 2021) and 3.08% (1Qtr. 2021).
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Rocky French Promoted to Global Creative Director at Cargo
GREENVILLE, S.C., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cargo, the world's leader in creating solutions that help big businesses market and sell to small businesses, today announced several promotions within its Creative Group. The promotions come on the heels of the opening of Cargo's Amsterdam location and will help the agency better serve clients across North America and Europe.
- Rocky French, who has served on Cargo's creative team for ten years, has been promoted to Global Executive Creative Director. In his new role Mr. French oversees the global creative direction and strategy for the entire agency.
- Former Associate Creative Director, Rick Bryson, assumes the position of U.S. Creative Director. Mr. Bryson is responsible for managing all creative work generated in Cargo's U.S. office.
- Cara Sinicropi was promoted to Associate Creative Director from her former role of Senior Copywriter.
- Marc Delvecchio also was promoted to an Associate Creative Director position from his previous position of Design Director.
"At Cargo, we pride ourselves on creating human success stories for our clients and employees," says Mr. French. "As our agency expands globally, adds to our client roster, and hires new talent, it is fitting that such gifted and dedicated people as Rick, Cara, and Marc be rewarded for their obvious contributions to Cargo and their ability to build unique, creative solutions that drive our clients' businesses."
Cargo's CEO, Toby Stansell adds, "The cornerstone of any top agency's capabilities is the quality of its creative leadership, resources, and output. At Cargo, we are fortunate to have Rocky French and a peerless creative group. It's our ability to consistently offer our clients advertising and marketing solutions that truly move the needle that has enabled us to obtain and retain such globally recognized clients as Lenovo, GE, Royal Bank of Canada, LG, and others."
With offices in Greenville, SC, USA, Amsterdam, Netherlands, and Toronto, Canada, Cargo has been delivering advertising and marketing solutions and services to clients since its founding in 2006. The agency specializes in connecting big brands with small to medium-sized business customers, and services some of the world's largest and best-known companies. You can learn more about Cargo at https://www.thecargoagency.com/
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Proven industry leader adds strategic planning, operations and business development to best-in-class executive team
HOUSTON, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CenTrio, the industry-leading core-competency U.S. district energy business, today announced the appointment of Jim Lodge as Chief Operating Officer. Mr. Lodge most recently served as President at Clearway Community Energy, a comprehensive energy solutions provider. In his role at CenTrio, Lodge will be responsible for oversight of CenTrio's day-to-day operations including supervision of its nine energy systems, along with management of the engineering, project management, operations technology and information technology functions.
CenTrio is a fully integrated, sustainable energy services provider to higher education and healthcare campuses, cities, and communities with utility infrastructures. It currently serves more than 130 million square feet of space and operations in nine U.S. cities and continues to expand across the country. The Company operates highly efficient, innovative utility infrastructures that produce and distribute electricity, steam, hot water, and/or chilled water to customer campuses and buildings, resulting in reduced operating costs, lower emissions, and unmatched reliability.
"At CenTrio we envision a future in which our customers across the United States have access to reliable and sustainable energy delivered in innovative, cost-effective ways. We have ambitious plans to bring innovative solutions like our recent sewer heat recovery system in Denver, to the rest of the country. That requires the creation of a best-in-class team," said Steve Swinson, Chief Executive Officer of CenTrio. "As the operations leader of our company, we will rely on Jim's deep industry knowledge, his management skills and his business development expertise. I am excited to expand our leadership team with his arrival."
Mr. Lodge brings 40 years of experience in the energy industry, in executive management, business development, engineering and construction, strategic planning, P&L and operations responsibilities. Prior to joining Clearway Energy in 2010, as President of APS Energy Services Company, Lodge was the key principal who formed and developed Northwind Phoenix LLC, now providing district cooling service as Clearway Energy to over 12 million square feet of customer buildings in downtown Phoenix. Mr. Lodge was also on the board of the International District Energy Association for ten years including serving as chairperson.
"CenTrio is embarking on something special and the team includes some of the best and brightest minds in our industry. I'm excited to join this talented group of leaders pushing toward an energy transition," said Jim Lodge, Chief Operating Officer of CenTrio. "I look forward to working with the team to provide the innovative, sustainable energy solutions our customers have come to expect, and to help CenTrio grow our customer base and expand the ecosystem."
Mr. Lodge graduated from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign with a B.S. in Electrical Engineering and received an MBA from Arizona State University in Finance. He is a registered Professional Engineer.
About CenTrio
As the industry-leading core-competency U.S. district energy business, CenTrio provides innovative, heating, cooling, and electric district energy solutions focused on reliability, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness. CenTrio owns and operates assets in Baton Rouge, Chicago, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, New Orleans, Portland, Seattle, and Syracuse, operating intelligent thermal energy systems that generate, store, and distribute energy. To learn more, visit CenTrio online at centrioenergy.com.
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Fast Casual Chicken Salad Concept's Franchisees Continue to Standout as Industry Leaders, Driving Brand Growth
ATLANTA, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicken Salad Chick, the nation's only fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, celebrates the recent naming of three outstanding franchisees as the International Franchise Association's notorious Franchisee of the Year award winners. The franchisee trio, known as 2 Chicks and a Magnet, is made up of Ashley Keever, Krista Rhymes and Matthew Miller, who own three Chicken Salad Chick locations in Louisiana. This award win adds to the recent success of the brand as it continues to grow – with four new states open for development and signing 23 new franchise partners this year.
The Franchisee of the Year Award, sponsored by IFA's partner Paychex, recognizes leading franchisees who exemplify at least one of IFA's "Open for Opportunity" core pillars: Community, Workforce, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and Veterans. The winners were presented during the association's annual convention award ceremony earlier this year.
"We are incredibly honored to have received this award," said Miller. "Chicken Salad Chick took a chance on us when we started out with little restaurant experience, and we are grateful for the tremendous support and training that they offered us early on to set us up for success."
Each member of Two Chicks and a Magnet made major industry changes when they found Chicken Salad Chick – Matthew ran a carpet cleaning business for over 20 years, Krista was a CPA and Ashley was a nurse – and Ashley and Krista, who are sisters, co-own retail gift shops in Louisiana. The trio found the brand when franchising had not yet been open in the state, and when the opportunity presented itself in Monroe in 2018, their first location came to fruition. Their second location in Ruston followed in fall 2020 during the pandemic. They ramped up online ordering efforts and provided community drops of the product throughout both Monroe and Ruston communities during the pandemic, persistent to keep growing their businesses.
"We are a franchisor community that prides itself on finding franchisees who exemplify our value of community service and providing a quality product to those we serve, and the trio at 2 Chicks and a Magnet do exactly that," said Scott Deviney, CEO of Chicken Salad Chick. "Ashley, Krista and Matthew go above and beyond to put their community first, and they are a prime example of the franchisees who are helping move the needle for the brand. We are incredibly proud of them for this award win!"
The IFA award adds to a hefty list of brand award wins for 2 Chicks and a Magnet. Their leadership and operations success with their first restaurant in its first year earned them an award from Chicken Salad Chick referred to as 'New Chick on the Block,' and the trio continued to build on this success when they won two additional awards – Franchisee of the Year and 'Golden Scoop,' presented to them for their commitment to community involvement.
"We truly feel as if we're a part of a family with Chicken Salad Chick," continued Rhymes. "The value of community involvement is paramount to the brand, and as a result, it has continued to fuel our own involvement in the Monroe, Ruston and Slidell communities. Whether it's through employee support, donating to local causes or providing community chicken salad drops, we take our commitment to those we serve seriously, and it's at the center of everything we do."
Chicken Salad Chick is on the fast track for growth, having celebrated the opening of seven new locations so far this year and signing 23 franchise agreements in Q1. The brand is on track to open more than 50 locations in 2022 which will help propel it toward achieving its overall development goal to have 500 locations open and operating by the end of 2025.
Chicken Salad Chick continues to be recognized as a standout franchise system, being named one of QSR magazine's Best Franchise Deals for the second consecutive year, as well as being named #3 in Fast Casual's Top 100 Movers & Shakers in 2021 and #7 in the trade's Top 40 Smartest-Growing Franchises ranking for 2022, respectively. The brand was also highlighted as one of Entrepreneur magazine's Top Food Franchises of 2021 and has been listed in Franchise Times' Top 400 Ranking for 2021.
To learn more about ownership opportunities with Chicken Salad Chick, contact Carrie Evans, Vice President of Franchise Development, at Carrie.Evans@chickensaladchick.com, call 214-733-0048 or visit http://www.chickensaladchick.com/franchising.
About Chicken Salad Chick
Chicken Salad Chick serves full-flavored, Southern-style chicken salad made from scratch and served from the heart. With more than a dozen original chicken salad flavors as well as fresh side salads, gourmet soups, signature sandwiches and delicious desserts, Chicken Salad Chick's robust menu is a perfect fit for any guest. Founded in Auburn, Alabama by Stacy and Kevin Brown, in 2008, Chicken Salad Chick has grown to 200 restaurants in 17 states. Today, under the leadership of Scott Deviney and the Chicken Salad Chick team, the brand is continuing its rapid expansion with both franchise and company locations. Chicken Salad Chick has received numerous accolades including rankings in Franchise Times' Fast & Serious and Fast Casual.com's top Movers and Shakers for the third consecutive year, QSR's Best Franchise Deals for the second consecutive year and Franchise Business Review's Top Food Franchises in 2020. See www.chickensaladchick.com for additional information.
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WHITEHOUSE STATION, N.J., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Chubb has introduced five new fidelity bonds to modernize its product suite of Financial Institution Bonds that began with the introduction of the first-of-its-kind Financial Institution Bond for Asset Managers. Each bond is designed to address the increased operational risk faced by financial institutions from a host of emerging risks as well as regulatory and compliance requirements.
In addition to traditional exposures like employee dishonesty, financial institutions face growingly frequent risks, including the theft of funds caused by an unauthorized access into the firm's computer system, fraudulent funds transfer instructions, and the social engineering of customers, executives, and vendors. Between January 2014 and October 2019, the Internet Crime Complaint Center received complaints totaling more than $2.1 billion in actual losses from Business Email Compromise scams using two popular cloud-based email services.
For a complete listing of Chubb's Financial Institution Bond product suite and to learn more about each bond's offerings, visit: www.chubb.com/us/fidelitybonds.
About Chubb
Chubb is the world's largest publicly traded property and casualty insurance company. With operations in 54 countries and territories, Chubb provides commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, personal accident and supplemental health insurance, reinsurance and life insurance to a diverse group of clients. As an underwriting company, we assess, assume and manage risk with insight and discipline. We service and pay our claims fairly and promptly. The company is also defined by its extensive product and service offerings, broad distribution capabilities, exceptional financial strength and local operations globally. Parent company Chubb Limited is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: CB) and is a component of the S&P 500 index. Chubb maintains executive offices in Zurich, New York, London, Paris and other locations, and employs more than 31,000 people worldwide. Additional information can be found at: chubb.com.
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Adds to Cloud at Work's previous accreditation as Sage 100, Sage 300, and Sage CRE Strategic Hosting Provider, validating the strength of the company's SaaS and Sage application expertise in providing customers with a world-class cloud experience
NEW YORK, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cloud at Work (www.thecloudatwork.com) a purpose-built Sage hosting solution, today announced that it has been accredited by Sage as an approved Sage X3 Strategic Hosting Partner. Cloud at Work allows Sage customers who are currently using on-premises solutions, including Sage X3, Sage 100, Sage 300, and Sage CRE, to realize the increased performance, efficiencies and financial benefits of SaaS, with the Sage support and SaaS expertise of the Cloud at Work team.
Cloud at Work offers the most secure, scalable technology and best user experience via the most experienced Sage infrastructure team in North America and works seamlessly with Sage Business Partners to fast-track best-in-class cloud solutions that fit specific needs and improve business processes.
"Today's announcement provides further reinforcement of Sage's trust in Cloud at Work's ability to support Sage partners and customers in providing a world-class cloud experience for their Sage applications," said Tyler Bower, Director of Cloud and Hosting at Cloud at Work. "The Sage-Cloud at Work partnership meets the growing demand for flexible, fast and safe migration to a reliable hosting environment, giving organizations the agility they need to compete in today's rapidly changing business landscape, unleashing the power of their business."
Cloud at Work was previously selected by Sage as an Accredited Cloud Hosting Provider for Sage 100, 300 and CRE applications, based on their Sage application expertise and proven ability to provide Sage customers with a hosted environment that provides optimal flexibility and reliably high-level performance. Cloud at Work's recent SOC 2 certification assures customers of maximum data security and business continuity, further demonstrating the company's commitment to client trust and care in helping unleash the power of their business.
About Cloud at Work
Cloud at Work gives users of Sage applications more capabilities and control to increase business performance using their technology investments. With a knowledgeable, highly responsive team of Sage application experts and advanced cloud hosting solutions personalized to customer strengths, Cloud at Work helps its customers pivot more quickly to capitalize on new business opportunities and resolve issues faster. Businesses using Sage trust Cloud at Work to help them achieve higher levels of business productivity and resiliency that outpace competitors and help them capture more market share. Visit thecloudatwork.com for more information.
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Schools can improve learning outcomes and create more equitable learning communities by building a climate where everyone feels their backgrounds and social identities are valued.
SEATTLE, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- After more than two years of teaching during the COVID-19 pandemic, educators are looking for ways to boost camaraderie with their colleagues and support the increased social-emotional and academic needs of their students.
Global nonprofit organization and leading provider of research-based social-emotional learning (SEL) programs, Committee for Children, today released a new learning module on equity and belonging as part of its professional development program for K–12 educators and leaders, Second Step® SEL for Adults. The new module seeks to support educators' social-emotional well-being by creating a welcoming and inclusive school climate where everyone feels that they belong and are appreciated, a key indicator of personal, professional, and academic success.
"I am so motivated by the power of social-emotional learning and the many ways it can be applied to build more effective learning environments," says Andrea Lovanhill, CEO of Committee for Children. "One way this power can be harnessed is to foster educational and community spaces that support every child and educator—affirming and celebrating their unique strengths and lived experiences. At a time when teachers are burned out and considering leaving the profession, we need to prioritize their well-being and give them simple and effective tools to grow as educators and improve school-community relationships and trust between colleagues. Ultimately, that helps our children thrive and reach their full potential."
In the new Second Step SEL for Adults module, Equity & Belonging, educators explore how aspects of social identity (such as age, ethnicity, religion or spirituality, education, and socioeconomic situation) influence not only their own sense of belonging but also that of their colleagues and students. Research indicates that teachers who treat students' identity as an asset, build positive relationships, and combine high expectations with peer and educator support can positively influence students' learning and attachment to school.1
"Second Step SEL for Adults is a social-emotional learning program designed by educators for educators," says Polly Stansell, vice president of product at Committee for Children. "We studied the latest research, performed extensive field tests, and listened to educators' input on areas where they want to grow and have the most impact on their students. That's how the equity and belonging module came to be. Having positive relationships and feeling that your social identities are considered assets rather than barriers is critical to flourishing for everyone in the school– from the principal to the teacher to the student."
Second Step SEL for Adults is an ongoing professional learning program designed to help K–12 staff and leaders improve their well-being, strengthen their social-emotional skills, and create positive and supportive learning environments. The program applies research-based best practices for professional development and is composed of modules that represent different SEL focus areas. The modules build on one another and were designed to be completed in a sequence:
- Building Trust explores why schools need to prioritize cultivating a culture of trust
- Managing Stress explores the importance of reducing and managing stress in the workplace and classroom
- Equity & Belonging explores how building students' and educators' sense of acceptance and belonging lays the foundation for equity
- Resilience & Efficacy (coming soon) explores strategies to bolster collective resilience and nurture personal capabilities
For more information about Second Step® SEL for Adults and the new Equity & Belonging module, visit SecondStep.org.
Reference:
1. Cohn-Vargas, B., Kahn, A. C., & Epstein, A. (2021). Identity safe classrooms, grades 6–12: Pathways to belonging and learning. Corwin.
About Committee for Children
Committee for Children is a global nonprofit that has championed the safety and well-being of children through social-emotional learning, child protection, and bullying prevention for more than 40 years. With a history of action and influence, we're known as a leader in social-emotional education and a force in advocacy, research, and innovation in the field. We take a comprehensive approach to SEL, promoting social-emotional well-being from birth to early adulthood—supporting not just classrooms but entire communities. As our programs transform the lives of more than 20.5 million children per year, we rise to meet societal challenges to ensure children everywhere can thrive. Visit cfchildren.org to learn more.
About Second Step® Programs
Brought to you by Committee for Children, the Second Step® family of programs creates brighter futures for kids everywhere through a holistic approach to social-emotional learning (SEL) that combines classroom-based SEL with offerings for out-of-school time and SEL for adults. Second Step programs are used in 30,000 schools across 70 countries and serve more than 20.5 million children per year. Visit SecondStep.org to learn more.
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Jordana Ehling
Public Relations Manager
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The foodtech innovator gave the choice of traditional vs. cultivated crispy chicken sandwiches and found 72% chose cultivated chicken
TEL AVIV, Israel, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SuperMeat, a foodtech company working to supply the world with high-quality cultivated meat, recently executed the largest cultivated meat consumer acceptance test in the industry, live from a food truck. The truck served a lunch-goer favorite – the crispy chicken sandwich – with options to choose a classic variety, or one made with cultivated meat. This industry-first look at a real-life dining scenario found 72% of participants chose the cultivated option, signifying an important first step in consumer acceptance as the industry approaches commercialization.
Despite the rapid growth of the cultivated meat category, there has been little done to-date in the realm of real-world product immersion. Inspired by the glowing results of its recent blind tasting, where professional chefs found cultivated and traditional chicken to be indistinguishable, SuperMeat decided to take to the streets and see how its cultivated chicken sandwich would hold up in a traditional lunch setting – compared to a traditional chicken sandwich – with real consumers.
Immediate feedback saw that not only were consumers willing and interested to try cultivated meat, with many saying they would purchase it if given the opportunity, but also had a baseline awareness of the benefits, including being a more climate-friendly option. The overwhelming majority who chose to have the cultivated chicken also cited genuine curiosity in the new way of producing meat – and overall they really enjoyed the sandwich, with several saying they would have never known it was not traditional chicken.
"Seeing so many consumers choose, and enjoy, cultivated meat validates the work SuperMeat has been doing to set the stage for products to enter the market in the near future," says Ido Savir, CEO of SuperMeat. "With this milestone, SuperMeat, one of a select few companies nearing commercialization, demonstrated that consumers are ready for this more sustainable option."
The consumer test showcased the potential for adoption from a major set of purchasing power, including meat-eaters, reducetarians and vegetarians alike. Among the first to serve diners cultivated meat entrees in a restaurant-like setting, SuperMeat opened The Chicken Restaurant experience alongside its production plant to showcase the transparent plant-to-fork process, helping garner favor for the approachability of lab-grown meat options. SuperMeat plans to open its first US facility in 2023, pending regulatory approval.
For more information on the company, visit www.SuperMeat.com.
SuperMeat, headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, is a food-tech company working to supply the world with high-quality meat grown directly from animal cells. The company's products offer a delicious meat experience and a high-quality nutritional profile, while being manufactured in a sustainable, slaughter-free way. SuperMeat's proprietary cultivated meat platform allows food companies to be at the forefront of the emerging cultivated meat industry and manufacture a wide range of products containing cultivated meat inside. SuperMeat is the first B2B company to address the entire category of poultry meat from fat to muscle, providing a complete solution to cultivated meat production. The company has been showcasing the versatility of its meat platform in various events at its pilot production plant, The Chicken, the world's first farm-to-fork facility for local meat production, and is planning to host additional events in the near future.
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Bothell based firm to now operate as Corcoran Lifestyle Properties
NEW YORK, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Corcoran Group, LLC today announced its continued expansion by welcoming its newest affiliate and entrance into the state of Washington with the launch of Corcoran Lifestyle Properties, owned and led by Stephanie and Keoki McCarthy, based in Bothell, Washington. The announcement, made by Pamela Liebman, President and CEO of The Corcoran Group, marks another significant region for the firm, now serving the greater Seattle area from Snohomish to Thurston counties.
Uniquely set on the edge of Seattle's metropolitan area and the lush Washington wilderness, Bothell is home to a wonderful assortment of unique dining, whimsical shops, and craft breweries, and closely neighbors the state's finest wineries in Woodinville. Ranked as one of the best places to live in the state of Washington by Niche and straddling the best of both worlds with unparalleled nature and vibrant city environments, Bothell is an ideal match for the Corcoran brand's rapidly expanding affiliate network.
"Establishing the brand in Washington State is a pivotal moment in growing our west coast footprint, and I'm thrilled that we're sharing in this milestone with Stephanie, Keoki, and their very talented agents," said Liebman. "The decision to enter Bothell and the greater Seattle area was a very intentional and strategic one. With all that the region has to offer in both eager clientele and being a beautiful place to live, I'm confident that Corcoran Lifestyle Properties will exemplify the best of the brand as we make a name for ourselves in Washington."
Stephanie and Keoki McCarthy have been involved in the real estate industry for more than 20 years. Before starting their own firm in 2001, McCarthy Real Estate, Stephanie built her skillset in escrow, title, and even mergers and acquisitions. Today, the duo, formerly associated with Real Living Northwest Realtors, prides themselves on the special culture that has become the driving force of their strength in business. Furthermore, their focus on work/life balance for both themselves and their agents keeps them on a strong path of continued development.
"Corcoran's brand, particularly as a woman-run business, is completely in line with who we are and what we stand for. We are a boutique operation that invests a lot of time in our marketing and how the client feels – so we were incredibly excited to be the first firm to bring the Corcoran brand to the state of Washington," said Stephanie McCarthy. "We are based just minutes from Seattle – a metropolitan market with global appeal – and are thrilled to be joining forces with a group that will allow us to grow our brand in a way we haven't been able to do before," added Keoki McCarthy.
About The Corcoran Group
The Corcoran Group has been a leading residential real estate brand for nearly 50 years. Through its New York City, Hamptons, and South Florida brokerages, along with its rapidly growing affiliate network, the firm is home to more than 160 offices and more than 5,700 independent salespersons in key urban, suburban, and resort markets nationwide. Corcoran agents earn and keep their clients' trust with an unwavering commitment to white-glove service, expertise, and integrity. In every market served, Corcoran helps you find the home that's just right for you. The Corcoran® brand comprises both offices owned by a subsidiary of Realogy Brokerage Group LLC and franchised offices, which are independently owned and operated. For more information about The Corcoran Group, please visit www.corcoran.com.
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MAHWAH, N.J., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Core Development Group is excited to celebrate their tenth anniversary and looks forward to inspiring clean energy for years to come. Since 2012, the group has been vigilant in giving back to the community, helping companies reduce their carbon footprint, and building renewable energy projects across the United States and beyond.
Employees donate considerable hours and resources to the non-profit organizations that mean so much to their customers. For the last decade, Core Development Group has put their heart and expertise to work every day — helping hedge against inflation and increasing national energy independence from imported energy sources. The group has energized the lives of those who need it most, partnering with local and national charities, local youth organizations, schools, and a New Jersey community food kitchen.
For the last decade, Core Development Group has been supporting businesses towards a clean energy future by tackling complex challenges with energy solutions that yield measurable savings and business impacts across the country.
"Our mission is to Power businesses into a new renewable era – by actively listening to our customers' needs and applying our expertise and positive energy to create clean energy projects that improve the lives of people and communities." — Core Development Group Mission Statement
The group is focused on inspiring clean energy. They strengthen and empower customers and the communities with renewable solar energy projects such as added resiliency of battery storage. Over the last ten years they built lasting partnerships based on transparency, integrity and trust. Their creative design and operational excellence provide forward thinking solutions that continue to drive business growth.
"We are more than a company that simply offers solar energy, storage, and EV charging," said CEO Henry Cortes. "The mission for each of us, through our jobs and daily responsibilities, is to convert our positive energy and use our knowledge to power the lives of people, communities, and businesses. We all help impact other lives and make Core Development Group the go-to, long-term renewable energy partner."
Core Development Group is rapidly growing as the market shifts and customer needs evolve. They plan to spend the next 10-plus years guiding businesses to a cleaner and more sustainable future with customizable commercial and utility scale solar development, all while energizing the lives of their customers and communities.
About: Core Development Group is a trusted and agile independent U.S. company that designs, develops, and constructs renewable clean energy projects and offers related consulting services to companies in the U.S. and abroad. The nationally ranked company helps organizations of all types and sizes transition to clean, renewable energy with solar energy, battery storage, microgrids, and EV charging installations. Core Development Group also partners with other leading companies in the renewable energy industry to provide world class engineering design, procurement, construction, and quality assurance construction management consulting services. Founded in 2012, Core Development Group is headquartered in Mahwah, New Jersey. See more at www.coredevusa.com.
Peter Muzsi
Head of Marketing
203 952-3792
pmuzsi@coredevusa.com
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