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ALEXANDRIA, VA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020

Signal Vine, a leading provider of blended SMS communications with students across the education industry, today announced it has launched Signal Vine Sync on Salesforce AppExchange. Signal Vine Sync allows current Signal Vine customers to integrate Salesforce data into their account and bidirectionally sync data between systems on a regular basis.

Built on the Salesforce Platform, Signal Vine Sync is currently available on AppExchange at https://appexchange.salesforce.com/appxListingDetail?listingId=a0N3A00000FvKw3UAF.

Signal Vine Sync enables customers to make the most of their prospect, student and alumni data. A direct sync ensures that data is refreshed every 10 minutes between systems. Customers can use Signal Vine Sync to easily map Salesforce data fields, including custom objects, to their Signal Vine accounts to enhance student segmentation with the most up-to-date information. This helps ensure messages are timely and relevant, saves staff time and builds student knowledge by capturing student responses in Signal Vine and syncing that information back to Salesforce.

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"For us, integrating Signal Vine with Salesforce to provide our partners with an efficient way to store, update and use student data at scale was the next step in helping our partners further reduce their workloads," said Brian Kathman, CEO of Signal Vine. "With our Sync app, using up-to-date student data will be easier than ever, empowering users to provide timely, personalized and relevant information to their students - all without increasing or complicating workloads."

"Signal Vine Sync is a welcome addition to AppExchange, as they power digital transformation for education customers," said Woodson Martin, GM of Salesforce AppExchange. "AppExchange is constantly evolving to enable our partners to build cutting-edge solutions to drive customer success."

About Salesforce AppExchange:
Salesforce AppExchange, the world's leading enterprise cloud marketplace, empowers companies to sell, service, market and engage in entirely new ways. With more than 5,000 solutions, 7 million customer installs and 90,000 peer reviews, it is the most comprehensive source of cloud, mobile, social, IoT, analytics and artificial intelligence technologies for businesses.

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About Signal Vine:
Signal Vine is the leading higher education AI messaging platform transforming how higher education institutions reach, support and engage students throughout their academic life cycles. With more than 50 million student interactions, Signal Vine's Blended Messaging approach personalizes engagement using AI, workflow automation, and one-to-one messaging to keep students on the path to success. Signal Vine has been improving enrollment and retention outcomes with a proactive approach across the entire campus and student life cycle.

To learn more, visit signalvine.com or view a demo: https://www.signalvine.com/text-messaging-platform.

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BOCA RATON, FLA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020

Campus Management announced today that the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) has selected CampusNexus Engage as its system of intelligence to reach medical-focused prospects and students across geographical boundaries. RCSI is the first CampusNexus Engage adopter in the EMEA region.

"After our first demo with Campus Management and Microsoft, we knew that CampusNexus Engage was going to transform our staff and faculty's mindset from transactional communications to personalized communications," said RCSI Chief Technology Officer Justin Ralph. "By selecting a modern, cloud-based CRM, we are providing our staff and faculty access to analytics and enhanced student journey insights that will enable data-driven decision making and timely communications."

Launched in January 2019, CampusNexus Engage has already been selected by dozens of institutions as their next-generation CRM solution. Built using Microsoft Dynamics 365, Microsoft Azure, and Microsoft Power BI, the solution integrates higher education workflow processes and best practices with the latest innovations in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and business analytics to improve engagement and drive student and institutional success.

"Campus Management is thrilled to be implementing CampusNexus Engage at an institution in Ireland and the EMEA region for the first time," said Lisa Smith-Welsh, Campus Management Managing Director of EMEA/APAC. "With the technology advancements of our CampusNexus solutions, RCSI is enabled to experience increased recruitment and retention numbers, which will lead to even more students graduating, as well as accelerating research development in the medical field."

CampusNexus Engage was developed specifically with higher education and its users in mind. One of the ways it increases retention numbers is by automating case management creation and workflows to allow counselors to track student issues through resolution. To learn more about how CampusNexus Engage helps institutions gain insight across the student lifecycle, visit the CampusNexus Engage webpage.

About Campus Management Corp.
Campus Management is a leading provider of cloud-based SIS, CRM and ERP solutions and services that transform higher education institutions. Today, more than 1,100 institutions in over 30 countries partner with Campus Management to transform academic delivery, student success, and operational efficiency. Campus Management is a finalist for the 2019 Microsoft Power BI Partner of the Year.

About Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland
The Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) was founded as the national training body for surgery in Ireland. RCSI has been at the forefront of healthcare education since its establishment in 1784. Today they are an innovative, world-leading international health sciences education and research institution offering education and training at Undergraduate, Postgraduate and Professional level.



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NEW YORK (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020

Mouse, a 23 year-old national nonprofit that empowers at-risk youth to learn, lead, and create with technology, today announced that its Board of Directors has unanimously named Larry Lieberman as the organization's new Chief Executive Officer.

"We were very impressed with the enthusiasm and track record Larry has for the advancement of Mouse's mission and the youth we serve," said Amy Kodamatsu, Co-Chair, Mouse Board of Directors. "We believe he is the right person to lead Mouse's future growth and diversification in the rapidly evolving fields of STEM, computer science education, and high tech workforce development."

Larry is an innovative leader who brings with him executive-level experience in the tech, media, and social sectors. Formerly Chief Operating Officer of Charity Navigator, the world's largest independent evaluator of nonprofits, Larry's expertise includes nonprofit accountability, effectiveness, and impact measurement.

Larry is well known as a media executive with Comedy Central, MTV, and Virgin and for his long-standing mental health advocacy work with the JED Foundation on behalf of high school and college students. He works to create strong communities with equal access to education, healthcare, clean energy, and professional opportunities.

Kirk McDonald, Co-Chair of the Mouse Board of Directors, said, "I am very pleased to welcome Larry to Mouse. He brings a wealth of experience in marketing, storytelling, fundraising, and partnership development that will be crucial to Mouse's future development. He is passionate about empowering youth through technology, sustainability, and closing the diversity gaps in our tech communities."

"I am honored to be given the opportunity to lead this enduring organization," said Lieberman. "I have enthusiastically followed Mouse's impact since its launch in 1997, and am excited to lead the next phase of our development. Mouse will be diving even more deeply into preparing young people to succeed in high tech careers across all fields including clean energy and sustainability. I look forward to supporting the expansion of Mouse's technology curriculum, reach, and cross-industry collaborations."

About Mouse
Founded in 1997, Mouse is a national youth and workforce development nonprofit that empowers underrepresented students to succeed using computer science and creative technology to solve real problems and make meaningful change in their communities and our world.

With a commitment to fostering greater equity, empowerment, and humanity in STEM, creative computing, and sustainability we bring together diverse people, programs and platforms necessary to meet a full range of creative computing needs, today and for our future. By combining youth and workforce development, and connecting creative to computational thinking, we are empowering youth — and all those that educate them — to access and amplify technology as a force for good.

Mouse is rated 4-stars by Charity Navigator, their highest rating and earns GuideStar's Platinum Seal, the highest level of recognition offered by GuideStar.



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BALTIMORE (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020

The LaunchPort announced today that ExoRenal (http://www.exorenal.com) has moved into The LaunchPort medical device accelerator in Port Covington, Baltimore. The newly formed company is developing a novel pulsatile hemodialysis technology that is targeting the issues that must be addressed to manage increased demand for home dialysis treatments. The start-up company will be moving research functions from New England and will be adding engineering and R&D personnel from South Korea during the course of 2020.

Dr. Jake Lee, the founder of ExoRenal, has been conducting R&D for 17 years regarding blood purification including hemo and liver dialysis devices, and previously worked for LG Electronics, BHK and Fresenius Medical Care Korea. He came to the US to conduct research at the University of Michigan and the University of Vermont, and has most recently worked with the US Army under a $1M contract to develop a multifunctional blood purifying device that is rugged and readily useable under battlefield conditions to manage soldiers with multiple organ failure.

ExoRenal represented one of four South Korean technologies that were hosted at LaunchPort in 2019 during the Korean Bio I-Corps program – a dual-country customer discovery process sponsored by the Korean Innovation Center (Tysons Corner, VA) and the National Research Foundation (Seoul, South Korea) and taught by The MVR Company (Annapolis, MD). At the conclusion of the program, ExoRenal was selected to receive a commercialization investment from the NRF.

Dr. Lee commented, "I chose Port Covington as the home base for our new company, based on our experience this past summer at The LaunchPort. We were impressed at the concentration of medical innovation in Baltimore – especially the strong reception from physicians and researchers at Johns Hopkins and the University of Maryland. Proximity to the numerous Federal agencies that are located in Maryland was also a critical factor for us."

Robert Storey, Managing Partner of LaunchPort, noted that ExoRenal is the fifth technology/company at LaunchPort that has relocated from elsewhere to Baltimore. "We've had companies from the Bay Area, Texas, Midwest and New England move to the site. It's just another statement that the Baltimore/DC area is a vibrant and growing Medtech hub."

ExoRenal will be occupying engineering prototyping space within LaunchPort's engineering suites at the Port Covington City Garage and is collaborating with anchor tenant Engineered Medical Systems on commercial manufacturing.

About ExoRenal (Baltimore, MD)
ExoRenal is an early stage medical device company developing a novel hemodialysis unit – the xKidney– in which the entire dialysate compartment becomes disposable, addressing the need for the home care market for hemodialysis with simplification, lightweight, and significant convenience. Their patented active Piston Balancing (aPB) pumping technology integrates blood pump, dialysate pumps and the dialysate balancing chamber into a single disposable element, vastly reducing costs of operation and maintenance.

About The LaunchPort (Port Covington, Baltimore, MD)
The LaunchPort is a manufacturing accelerator that allows Medtech start-ups and emerging technology developers the ability to co-locate at an experienced, regulated manufacturing center. Located at the "City Garage" in Baltimore's Port Covington, it is in close proximity to two of the Country's premier medical schools (Johns Hopkins and University of Maryland) and at the center of the Nation's largest urban investment project.

About Engineered Medical Systems (Indianapolis, IN; Baltimore, MD; Penang, Malaysia)
Established in 1986, Engineered Medical Systems, does contract manufacturing and private label medical devices for a variety of private and multi-national medical devices manufacturers and distributors. Engineered Medical Systems - Malaysia in Penang, Malaysia was established in 2014 to support international products and markets. All EMS facilities are ISO-13485 certified facilities.

A sister company of EMS, Pulmodyne, Inc., develops, markets and sells a proprietary line of products in the Critical Care, Airway Management and Emergency markets, with a worldwide sales network of over 70 global distributors and 15 domestic distributors.



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BAY SHORE, N.Y. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020

IPVideo Corporation, a leading manufacturer of audio/video recording, passive weapons detection systems and IOT sensor technology, today announced that the company will be exhibiting at the ISC West Show in Las Vegas on March 18th – 20th and unveiling new product features at booth #28045 for its HALO IOT Smart Sensor. The ISC West Show is the largest converged security industry trade show in the U.S. that brings together over 30,000 security professionals. With a show of this magnitude, ISC West is the perfect venue for IPVideo to showcase its brand-new one-of-a-kind product features for its award winning vape detection product HALO that will disrupt the security industry. HALO has taken off this year in response to the nationwide youth vaping epidemic. It is the only product to detect vaping with Nicotine or Marijuana (THC oil). In addition to vape and smoke detection, HALO offers several safety features including abnormal sound detection, chemical detection and air quality monitoring. The product has been exceptional at helping schools across the country combat vaping with sales in over 1000 schools in the US and has recently expanded into international markets.

IPVideo Corp will be releasing HALO IOT Smart Sensor 2.0 at the ISC West show and continue to disrupt the industry with new features that have been added to the prior product release built on chemical, environmental and basic audible level sensors. This new technology will have a major impact on the industry and disrupt how we are notified of emergencies. In addition, privacy areas will no longer be susceptible to security threats; making this a real game changer for the security industry. "If you are attending the ISC West show, you need to make the IPVideo booth #28045 the first stop on your list," states Rick Cadiz, IPVideo's VP of Sales and Marketing. "We are excited to give security dealers and integrators around the country a new sales and marketing approach, revenue source, and driver to integrate with their existing lines. "

From winning multiple awards for its HALO IOT Smart Sensor in 2019 as an outstanding campus security product to winning the 2019 Most Innovative Detection/Deterrent Technology product by ASIS for its ViewScan Passive Weapons Detection system; IP Video has taken the industry by storm and will continue to change the landscape with this new product release. "We have added over 450 new dealers this year who are excited about the technology and are leveraging HALO to drive new business and be a force of change in the protection of our nations citizens," states David Antar, President of IPVideo Corporation. "With the release of the new HALO features we expect our channel to greatly increase their revenues and customer bases as a result."

As a compliment to HALO, ViewScan is the safest and fastest concealed weapons detection system on the market. This completely passive system does not emit radiation, is safe for pregnant women, children and those with medical devices. Both products will be on display at the IPVideo booth #28045 at the ISC West show in March. For further information on IPVideo Corporation, visit http://www.ipvideocorp.com or call 631-969-2601.

About IPVideo Corporation
An industry pioneer since its introduction of one of the first network-based surveillance recording solutions in 1996, IPVideo Corporation is now at the forefront of developing unique, innovative solutions that harness the power of IP video technology. IPVideo Corporation leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning through Internet of Things (IOT) products and professional services. A commitment to an open-standards philosophy and delivering best-in-class performance and value underlies all offerings―from physical security solutions to purpose-built HD audio/video recording solutions for education, law enforcement, healthcare, and training purposes to groundbreaking weapons and theft detection systems. Today, the company's systems are trusted by Fortune 500 companies, government agencies and municipalities, utilities, healthcare facilities, school districts, religious institutions and leading universities worldwide to mitigate risk while protecting people and properties. The company's worldwide client base is served by a network of certified distributors, manufacturer's representatives and hundreds of dealers and system integrators, who benefit from ongoing corporate support and training. IPVideo Corporation is headquartered in Bay Shore, NY. For more information, visit http://www.ipvideocorp.com.



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NEW YORK (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020

The Irish International Business Network (IIBN) and Leadership and Executive Acceleration Program (LEAP) hosted a special event to launch LEAP's 2020 Women's Leadership Program and featured a keynote by Board Director, Chief Executive Officer, Chairman & PR Week Hall of Fame 2019 Inductee, Aedhmar Hynes.

Over the past decade, representation of women in senior leadership has increased, but women continue to be underrepresented at nearly every level, from entry level to the C-suite. One of the biggest barriers in the pathway to senior leadership is at the first step up to manager, as less women are being promoted overall, according to a 2019 study by McKinsey.

LEAP is a 5-month program for ambitious professional Irish and Irish-American women living in the Greater New York/Tri-State area. This leadership and professional development program is designed to
advance participants career goals and personal growth by providing access to expert speakers and coaches, skills training workshops, and ultimately, a strong network of peer mentors.

With support from the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Ireland through the Irish Consulate in New York, the Irish International Business Network (IIBN) developed the LEAP professional development program to empower women to advance in the workplace and strengthen the roles women can play in each other's success.

"The women in the program are committed to making their leadership development a priority, and will use their voices to make a difference not just for themselves but for their peers and the next generation," explained Maura Kelly, Director of LEAP.

Speaking at the launch, Aedhmar Hynes said, "Today we are faced with as many barriers in the workplace as previous generations have. This isn't just about women promoting women and women at the top making the right decisions on behalf of other women. This is about being inclusive, spreading understanding of the challenges and the barriers for the promotion of women. It's about everyone, [both men and women] working together to a common goal: Gender equality. It is programs such as this that can make a difference."

LEAP Partners with Two Nonprofits Tackling Poverty and Homelessness

An important aspect of the LEAP Program is LEAP in the Community, which inspires women to channel their collective skills towards solving real-world social problems – making the New York City community better for all. This year, LEAP partnered with two not-for-profit organizations, The Dwelling Place NY and Self Help Africa USA, for the LEAP in the Community Program. Each organization was paired with a small team of LEAP Participants to help them expand their core mission through the development of new strategies. The projects will be ongoing during the 5-month program, with impact to be showcased during the closing reception in June of this year.

Both organizations are championing causes toward poverty eradication, aimed at empowering women and strengthening community ties. Self Help Africa USA is a leading international development charity with an expertise in small-scale farming and growing women-farm businesses, dedicated to ending hunger and poverty in rural Africa. The Dwelling Place of NY is a transitional residence for homeless women in Manhattan. Its mission is to offer safe shelter and individualized care to homeless women as they build a sustainable, self-supported lifestyle.

"The social impact component of the program is what separates LEAP from other leadership programs. It enables the opportunity for action learning for the women while simultaneously doing good in the community – it's a win-win," said Jennifer Scanlon, Co-Director of LEAP.

About the Leadership & Executive Acceleration Program (LEAP): Generously funded by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Ireland through the Irish Consulate in New York and the Irish International Business Network (IIBN) New York, with in-kind support from Grant Thornton US and the Bank of Ireland Innovation Lab. The LEAP Program is able to deliver substantial impact to the women participants and non-profit partners at no charge. For more information, visit http://www.leap-program.nyc

References: McKinsey "Women in the Workplace" 2019



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MOUNTAIN VIEW, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020

TCI, the award-winning online K-12 publishing company, announces that their K-12 Social Studies Curriculum has been adopted by the State of Oklahoma. The program will be among the new curriculum that school districts can choose from, to support the implementation of Oklahoma Academic Standards for Social Studies, which includes engaging in the democratic process, analyzing and addressing authentic civic issues, acquiring and evaluating evidence, reading critically and engaging in evidence-based writing.

The social studies practices crafted by TCI have been created specifically to reflect key disciplinary tools and skills that will prepare students for college, careers, and informed civic life. By marrying great content, meaningful technology and interactive classroom experiences, TCI has developed curricula that range from local history to worldwide influences.

Bert Bower, Founder and Co-CEO of TCI, said, "We are thankful to the Oklahoma Board of Education for helping us with our mission to bring learning alive in classrooms everywhere. Our Social Studies Oklahoma program will provide the state's diverse students with a unique opportunity to become active participants in their learning thanks to TCI's award-winning engagement activities and cutting-edge technology."

TCI has developed a variety of textbooks to meet Oklahoma's requirements. From elementary through high school, the TCI's textbooks span from government and politics to world and local history and even include economics in high school. Elementary students will be able to learn about their unique communities and regions of the country, moving into more historical and wide-ranging topics later.

Digital samples of the curriculum and the textbook are now available in the Oklahoma section of TCI's website. Also their Oklahoma-specific textbooks are available for purchase here.

For more information about TCI's Oklahoma Social Studies program, other digital resources and professional learning services, visit https://www.teachtci.com/. Stay connected with TCI on social media through Facebook, on Twitter @TeachTCI or subscribe to their YouTube channel.

About TCI:
TCI is an award-winning online K-12 publishing company created by teachers, for teachers. For more than 20 years, the company has partnered with the education community to fundamentally change classroom instruction. TCI's K-12 programs are based on proven teaching strategies and practices that bring learning alive and achieve consistent, positive classroom results. TCI believes that the best education marries great content, meaningful technology and interactive classroom experiences. The end result: students of all abilities and learning styles succeed.



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CANTON, OHIO (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020

Two Winners Chosen for The James Davidson Innovative Student Scholarship

SprayWorks is proud to announce they have selected two winners for the second annual James Davidson Innovative Student Scholarship. This year's pool of candidates was extremely driven and passionate about their chosen field of study. The scholarship was intended for just one winner, however it was impossible to select just one recipient this year.

The scholarship is named after SprayWorks Equipment Group owner, James Davidson. The James Davidson Innovative Student Scholarship was designed to encourage Chemical Science students to create innovation in their chosen industry and during their university education.

The scholarship recipients are Ellen Goff, a Chemical Engineering student at Trine University in Indiana, and Drew Horton, a Chemical Engineering student at the University of Akron in Ohio. Ms. Goff has ambitions of improving the way metals are used, as well as how plastics decompose while impacting our environment. "My goal is to innovate a better, more cost-effective steel that could be used for building in low-income areas," said Ellen Goff. Drew Horton, a member of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers student chapter as well as the Society of Plastics Engineers, is interested in research within anti-corrosive materials. "As I am studying Chemical Engineering, I will have a significant knowledge regarding practical chemical science which will allow me to apply chemical science to future problems," said Drew Horton.

"We had a very difficult time narrowing down the candidates for this year's scholarship," says James Davidson, Owner, SprayWorks Equipment Group. "They were all very driven and have wonderful ambitions for their chosen field. Ultimately, we couldn't choose just one so we chose two winners this year."

About SprayWorks Equipment Group
SprayWorks Equipment Group is a spray foam and polyurea company; supplying equipment, training, material, mobile rigs, and parts – and the #1 distributor for PMC equipment. With nearly 100 years of combined experience, SprayWorks has knowledge in commercial and residential buildings, bridges, and infrastructure. SprayWorks provides training and education for new contractors and equipment operators; open cell, closed cell, polyurea & coating applications for interior & exterior building envelope design, waterproofing, below grade, bridge deck, barge, secondary containment all types of roofs and structures. For more information, visit Store.SprayWorksEquipment.com or YouTube. Call 330-587-4141.



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PITTSBURGH (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020

Othot, the leader in artificial intelligence and prescriptive analytics for higher education, announced that Fred Weiss has been appointed President and Chief Executive Officer effective February 10, 2020. Andy Hannah, the founding CEO, will continue to be an evangelist for the Othot Platform and how the use of AI and prescriptive analytics optimizes the relationship between institutions and their prospective, current, and former students. In his roles as Co-Founder, Board Member, and Chief Partnership Officer, he will also lead the Company's efforts to develop industry partnerships.

"Fred is the ideal person to build on Othot's impressive success and lead our company into the future," said Hannah. "His strong understanding of the higher education market, and his proven ability to drive results, will help Othot bring exceptional value to colleges and universities across the country. Our entire senior leadership team and I are excited to work with Fred to drive Othot's next phase of growth and market leadership."

Weiss was most recently the Chief Research and Data Officer of CASE (the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education). Prior to joining CASE, he was the president and CEO of iModules, an EdTech company focused on alumni engagement. Weiss also spent 20 years at Ellucian (and its predecessor companies) where he held various executive roles in product strategy and field operations.

"I am truly honored to lead our extraordinary company as Othot's second Chief Executive Officer, and I look forward to working closely with Andy and our exceptional senior leadership team," said Weiss. "Year-on-year growth was over 90% in 2019, and we will build on that momentum by bringing custom solutions and results to our customers. Higher education is facing multiple challenges, including recruitment, retention, alumni support, and budget pressure. I believe Othot has the most talented people in the industry focused on AI and prescriptive analytics, and our solutions are vital to colleges, universities, and their students."

Co-Founder and CTO, John Abbatico, said, "Fred has the leadership track record and breadth of industry and business experience we believe are critical to forge major partner relationships, fuel innovation, and transform strategic enrollment management in higher education. Speaking on behalf of the founding team and the board, we are excited to have Fred join Othot as Chief Executive Officer."

About Othot
Othot is the leader in artificial intelligence and prescriptive analytics solutions for higher education institutions across the United States. Othot focuses on each school's specific enrollment, retention, student success, and alumni engagement goals. Othot's cloud-based software provides continuous intelligence in real time and empowers schools to engage each prospective, current, and former student with the right tactic at the right time. Othot is higher intelligence for higher education



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PLEASANTON, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020

Today, Astute Business Solutions announces the availability of ACE a set of product accelerators for Oracle Analytics Cloud. ACE is a combination of pre-built OAC data visualization dashboards with pre-defined data models for Oracle PeopleSoft Financials, Supply Chain Management, Human Capital Management, and Campus Solutions. ACE can connect to PeopleSoft data sources on-premise, in hosting locations, and on cloud infrastructure to extract data into pre-built data models.

ACE Key Highlights

AI/ML-driven analytics with Natural Language Processing (NLP) capability

Out-of-the-box dashboards with data visualizations for Procure-to-Pay, Credit-to-Cash, Student Admissions, Enrollment and Graduation, Sales Performance, Workforce Attrition, and Recruiting

A two-week, fixed-fee, jump-start implementation decrease time to value on OAC/ADW

Pre-engagement workshop to discover needs, design solution, and present a Cloud Analytics Roadmap

Custom dashboards and metrics to extend ACE are available through Astute Business Solutions Professional Services

Extensibility to Oracle EBS, JDE, Micros, Fusion HCM, Fusion ERP, and Fusion CX

"Oracle Analytics Cloud with Autonomous Data Warehouse really is a solid product. The ACE solution is a great complement to OAC as it brings almost immediate value to the customer. Gone are the days of analytics product implementations with a six-month deployment before you will get value from the tool. We've packaged things together so that you can begin finding insight from your data within a week," said Joe Finlinson, CTO, Astute Business Solutions.

ACE along with OAC and ADW combines data from Oracle ERP systems to automate and accelerate financial and operational reporting, visual analytics, dashboards and more. Built on a high-performance platform with flexible data storage, customers get customizable service management capabilities, fast setup, easy scaling and patching, and automated lifecycle management.

Astute Business Solutions is a leading provider of Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, Oracle Analytics Cloud, and Oracle Digital Assistant/Chatbot Services and Solutions, and is a Gold level member of Oracle PartnerNetwork (OPN). With its unique Selective Adoption as a Service Managed Service offering, Astute is helping customers modernize and optimize their ERP on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure and extend Oracle's PaaS services such as Oracle Autonomous Database, Oracle Digital Assistant, Oracle Integration Cloud, and Oracle Management Cloud.

Key Business Benefits
ACE

Gets you and your team up and running on OAC

Decreases the learning curve

Provides pre-built data models and dashboards for immediate solution value

Allows for faster business-critical decision-making

OAC

Encourages collaboration

Agile and scalable

Increased security

Lightning-fast performance

Additional Resources
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About Astute Business Solutions
Astute Business Solutions is a leading Oracle Cloud MSP Partner, helping clients innovate and transform the way they run their businesses. Astute is a premier partner for Move and Improve PeopleSoft on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, Digital Assistants/Chatbots, and Oracle Analytics Cloud with Autonomous Data Warehouse. Astute works with clients across all industries including Healthcare, Education, Non-Profit, Professional Services, Government, Financial Services, Retail, Energy, and Manufacturing. Astute is known for its customer-centric solutions and tailored approach to enterprise, mid-market and small business clients.



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NEW BRITAIN, CONN. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020

Charter Oak State College, (http://www.charteroak.edu), Connecticut's public online college has opened registration for Spring Semester, Term 2. Classes begin March 23, deadline to register is March 19.

The College offers career-focused Online undergraduate degrees in majors such as Public Safety Administration, Cyber Security, Nursing, Health Information Management, Psychology, Business Administration, Early Childhood Education, Health Care Administration, Criminal Justice, Sociology, and more. Charter Oak State College is well known for adult degree completion and honors qualified existing college credits, prior learning, military and professional certifications.

Students starting in March 2020 will continue through 2021 with no tuition and fee increases. Connecticut residents who have recently graduated from a Connecticut Community College may also be eligible for Charter Oak's Tuition Match Scholarship Program. Details at http://www.charteroak.edu/TuitionMatch.

Registration and applications are available online 24 hours a day at http://www.CharterOak.edu or contact admissions@charteroak.edu for assistance. Prospective students can enroll at the college at any time year-round.

Founded in 1973, Charter Oak State College (http://www.charteroak.edu) is Connecticut's public online college, offering Master's, Bachelor's and Associate degrees in a number of high-demand fields including Cyber Security, Health Information Management, Nursing, Criminal Justice, Early Childhood Education, Business Administration and other career-focused degrees. Charter Oak is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education and governed by Connecticut's Board of Regents for Higher Education.

Contact: Carolyn Hebert; 860-515-3880
chebert@charteroak.edu



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RALEIGH, N.C. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020

PeopleFluent, a leading provider of integrated talent management and learning solutions to global organizations, is pleased to announce that it has been recognized on the 2020 Fosway 9-Grid as a Core Leader for learning systems. The recognition follows an independent analysis of learning solutions for the global enterprise market.

As Europe's #1 HR industry analyst, the Fosway Group's 9-Grid recognizes Core Leaders like PeopleFluent for their breadth of learning management and next-generation learning processes. Core Leaders must demonstrate strong customer advocacy and consistent delivery of enterprise win rates.

David Wilson, CEO of Fosway, commented, "Following a number of acquisitions, and the integration of some exciting new innovations, PeopleFluent has really started to build a strong trajectory as a Learning Systems Suite under our new classification. Its large US presence and its broader Learning Technologies Group connections in EMEA see PeopleFluent recognized as a Core Leader in the 2020 analysis."

Stephen Bruce, Managing Director of PeopleFluent, said: "Whether it's reskilling workers, supporting the extended enterprise, or helping global organizations deliver their compliance training, creating learning experiences that scale is something we believe needs to be properly measured to support business outcomes. This recognition by Fosway validates our abilities to provide the desired learning capabilities required by companies today."

PeopleFluent Learning differentiates in the market by:

Offering broad capabilities for a Learning Management System (LMS), Learning Experience Platform (LXP), content authoring and learning analytics

Supporting high-risk industries with complex compliance requirements, including secure SaaS solutions that are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 27001 certified, and compliant with 21 CFR Part 11 requirements

Offering embedded video and responsive content creation that is easy to distribute

The 2020 Fosway 9-Grid for Learning Systems can be accessed here.

PeopleFluent will be on stand J10 at Learning Technologies 2020 in London. Taking place on February 12th and 13th in London, Learning Technologies is Europe's largest Learning & Development conference and expo.

About PeopleFluent
As a market leader in integrated talent management and learning solutions, PeopleFluent helps companies hire, develop, reward, and advance a skilled and motivated workforce. Deployed separately or as a suite, our software spans recruitment, performance, compensation, succession, and learning—tailored for either large or mid-enterprise organizations. We deliver unmatched functionality and flexibility, recognized by leading analysts, to develop people, drive performance and deliver results.

Our talent solutions unify talent processes within a collaborative experience that enables HR and L&D teams to guide managers and employees with contextual learning—right in the flow of work.
A part of Learning Technologies Group plc (LTG), PeopleFluent provides world-class service and an unparalleled ecosystem of partners to optimize employee experience, employer brand, and business results.

For more, visit peoplefluent.com.

About the Fosway 9-Grid
Fosway Group is Europe's #1 HR Industry Analyst. The Fosway 9-Grid provides a unique assessment of the principal learning and talent supply options available to organisations in EMEA. Now in its sixth year, the analysis is based on extensive independent research and insights from Fosway's Corporate Research Network of over 150 customer organisations, including BP, HSBC, PwC, RBS, Sanofi, Shell and Vodafone.

Visit the Fosway website at http://www.fosway.com for more information on Fosway Group's research and services.



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RALEIGH, N.C. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020

PeopleFluent, a leading provider of integrated talent management and learning solutions to global organizations, is pleased to announce that it has been recognized on the 2020 Fosway 9-Grid as a Core Leader for learning systems. The recognition follows an independent analysis of learning solutions for the global enterprise market.

As Europe's #1 HR industry analyst, the Fosway Group's 9-Grid recognizes Core Leaders like PeopleFluent for their breadth of learning management and next-generation learning processes. Core Leaders must demonstrate strong customer advocacy and consistent delivery of enterprise win rates.

David Wilson, CEO of Fosway, commented, "Following a number of acquisitions, and the integration of some exciting new innovations, PeopleFluent has really started to build a strong trajectory as a Learning Systems Suite under our new classification. Its large US presence and its broader Learning Technologies Group connections in EMEA see PeopleFluent recognized as a Core Leader in the 2020 analysis."

Stephen Bruce, Managing Director of PeopleFluent, said: "Whether it's reskilling workers, supporting the extended enterprise, or helping global organizations deliver their compliance training, creating learning experiences that scale is something we believe needs to be properly measured to support business outcomes. This recognition by Fosway validates our abilities to provide the desired learning capabilities required by companies today."

PeopleFluent Learning differentiates in the market by:

Offering broad capabilities for a Learning Management System (LMS), Learning Experience Platform (LXP), content authoring and learning analytics

Supporting high-risk industries with complex compliance requirements, including secure SaaS solutions that are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 27001 certified, and compliant with 21 CFR Part 11 requirements

Offering embedded video and responsive content creation that is easy to distribute

The 2020 Fosway 9-Grid for Learning Systems can be accessed here.

PeopleFluent will be on stand J10 at Learning Technologies 2020 in London. Taking place on February 12th and 13th in London, Learning Technologies is Europe's largest Learning & Development conference and expo.

About PeopleFluent
As a market leader in integrated talent management and learning solutions, PeopleFluent helps companies hire, develop, reward, and advance a skilled and motivated workforce. Deployed separately or as a suite, our software spans recruitment, performance, compensation, succession, and learning—tailored for either large or mid-enterprise organizations. We deliver unmatched functionality and flexibility, recognized by leading analysts, to develop people, drive performance and deliver results.

Our talent solutions unify talent processes within a collaborative experience that enables HR and L&D teams to guide managers and employees with contextual learning—right in the flow of work.
A part of Learning Technologies Group plc (LTG), PeopleFluent provides world-class service and an unparalleled ecosystem of partners to optimize employee experience, employer brand, and business results.

For more, visit peoplefluent.com.

About the Fosway 9-Grid
Fosway Group is Europe's #1 HR Industry Analyst. The Fosway 9-Grid provides a unique assessment of the principal learning and talent supply options available to organisations in EMEA. Now in its sixth year, the analysis is based on extensive independent research and insights from Fosway's Corporate Research Network of over 150 customer organisations, including BP, HSBC, PwC, RBS, Sanofi, Shell and Vodafone.

Visit the Fosway website at http://www.fosway.com for more information on Fosway Group's research and services.



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WASHINGTON (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020

Graduate students and post-doctoral scholars spend years studying to become the next generation of researchers at colleges and universities worldwide. These early career researchers focus on attaining the "book smarts" needed to complete their training. Yet, a career in research requires more than a Ph.D.: You also need the "street smarts" to make it in academia. How do you find the mentors who guide you on the path to your first job? How do you navigate the peer review system to publish your work? After you have built a publication record, how do you translate that record into the research program that launches your career? Dr. Andres De Los Reyes wrote The Early Career Researcher's Toolbox to provide concrete answers to these make-or-break questions.

"To begin a research career, you have to learn how to tell stories. Stories about your research," says Dr. De Los Reyes. "The job talks we deliver to audiences on the interview circuit might as well take place in theaters, because the best of them share a lot in common with the films we love. For both job talks and films, you play to your audience, and audiences crave compelling stories. It turns out that no other industry on this planet knows the 'active ingredients' of a good story better than the film industry."

To distill storytelling principles from contemporary and classic films, Dr. De Los Reyes leverages years of experience as a professor, researcher, journal editor, and founder of a professional development conference that provides early career researchers with the tools to become successful researchers. Infused with inspiring narratives from early career researchers on the ups-and-downs of their work, The Early Career Researcher's Toolbox delivers insights into academic life that are tailor-made for those who aspire to attain a career in research.

As Dr. Stephen Hinshaw, Professor at UC Berkeley says, "this book will provide both inspiration and concrete tools for trainees and early career researchers across the sciences." See what other leading scholars and early career researchers have to say, and follow Dr. De Los Reyes on Twitter.

About the Author
Dr. Andres De Los Reyes is a Professor at the University of Maryland and Editor of the Journal of Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology (2017-2025). He received his Ph.D. at Yale University, has published over 100 articles in prestigious academic journals, and has secured over $1.5 million in grant funding from federal agencies. Dr. De Los Reyes is based in Washington, D.C. and available for interviews and public speaking engagements internationally. For more information, or to arrange a review copy of the book or an interview with Dr. De Los Reyes, please contact: CREATE.delosreyes(at)gmail(dot)com.

The Early Career Researcher's Toolbox is available for pre-order on Leap Day 2020―and out on April 7th― from Amazon.com in paperback and Kindle versions, and from booksellers everywhere.



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LOUISVILLE, KY. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020

Capture's board of directors unanimously named ed tech veteran Leonard Napolitano as Capture's chief executive officer. As CEO, Napolitano will lead Capture as the company continues to fundamentally shift how universities engage prospective students through marketing automation and predictive modeling built specifically for higher education.

Before joining Capture in early 2019, Napolitano was a leader at multiple ed tech companies including Parchment, Blackboard and Presidium Learning.

"I am thrilled to lead Capture, such a dynamic and transformative company," Napolitano said. "Throughout my career, my passion has been to build successful organizations that serve students and educators in meaningful ways. Capture's 80+ employees are committed to addressing the enrollment challenges facing higher ed institutions across the country."

Capture's co-founder and former CEO, Steve Huey, is now the executive board member and will focus on investor relations. He also is increasing his involvement and mentorship in Louisville's entrepreneurial ecosystem.

"We are fortunate to have someone of Len's caliber and experience leading Capture," said Huey, who led the company since its founding in 2011. "Len's track record, industry knowledge and student-focus make him the perfect fit for the company moving forward."

"Capture's culture of innovation will not stop," Huey said. "We have built something spectacular. Only Capture is positioned to provide institutions the control needed to effectively connect with prospective students in relevant ways that increase engagement and achieve enrollment goals."

Capture is Huey's third successful early stage company. A passionate entrepreneur and visionary with a gift for disrupting industries with innovative technology, Huey has been featured in Forbes' Built to Sell, ranked by Insider Louisville as Louisville's #1 "Startup Standout" and named the 2018 Kentucky Mentor of the Year.

Napolitano will lead Capture's more than 80 professionals and nearly 90 partner institutions from Capture's headquarters in Louisville, Ky. "Over the past year, Capture has increased client retention rates, experienced double-digit growth in new client acquisition and was selected to join Endeavor. Our momentum, industry-changing products, and talented people excite me about leading this outstanding company at this pivotal time in higher education."

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Leonard Napolitano, Capture CEO

About Capture

Headquartered in Louisville, Ky., Capture is a leading innovator of marketing platforms and services for higher education recruitment and enrollment management. Capture's Behavioral Intelligence Platform offers solutions throughout a prospective student's college decision process.

With industry-leading marketing automation, fully managed services and predictive modeling built specifically for higher education, Capture gives institutions the control needed to effectively target interested students in relevant ways that increase engagement and drive admissions.

Founded in 2011, Capture has served hundreds of higher education institutions and programs across the country while being recognized by Inc. 5000 as a fastest-growing U.S. company.



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GREENVILLE, PA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020

Thiel College's new Master of Business Administration has been approved by its Board of Trustees and will begin enrolling students in July 2020.

Through Thiel's innovative, intensive and accelerated residential program, students will earn an M.B.A. in just 12 months. The Thiel M.B.A. program is designed to give students a head start on their careers by capitalizing on their momentum as students to transition from undergraduate work to post-graduate work. Many M.B.A. programs require work experience before students are admitted, by design Thiel M.B.A. students will acquire experience through experiential learning and programmatic activities.

The Board of Trustees' approval of the M.B.A. creates the second graduate program at Thiel College. A Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology was awarded provisional accreditation in August. The first students will start classes in that program this May.

The M.B.A. program is designed to send graduates into the work force in five years with the experience and business credentials to immediately be an ethical leader in the professional world.

Students enrolled in the M.B.A. program at Thiel College have the opportunity to learn by doing. Every student will complete 400 hours of career-focused work as a graduate assistant. As part of the required credit-bearing coursework each student will work in a paid internship for a private sector business for a minimum of 120 hours. In addition, each student will work in a team-based environment acting as consultants to a non-profit organization. Throughout the program, students will work with faculty and businesses to solve real problems as part of the required coursework. Specific programmatic experiential learning experiences will be required of all students in settings that extend the learning environment beyond the classroom.

"The modern workplace is competitive and moving in a direction where an advanced degree is going to be, not just preferred, but essential," Chair of the Arthur McGonigal Department of Business Administration and Accounting and M.B.A Program Director Anthony Kos said. "Thiel is in a great position to offer this style program. We are fortunate to have a wealth of faculty with great academic credentials and in addition they have worked in the business world and bring that experience to the classroom."

The Thiel College program is a rare offering in eastern Ohio and western Pennsylvania, Kos said. Most programs are designed for working professionals. Thiel's residential program will benefit both graduates and employers, Kos said. Students will not have to put careers on hold once they enter the workforce to get their M.B.A., and employers' will not have to wait or work around an employees' schedule to gain the value of an M.B.A.

Initially, the program will be a one-year intensive program, but plans are also being considered for a working professionals program that would last longer than a year.
"We are doing something unique," Kos said.

Kos was Special Assistant to the Dean of the Williamson College of Business Administration at Youngstown State University. He also served two stints as the M.B.A. Director of the Williamson College at YSU and also held the rank of Professor in the Management Department. In addition, Kos taught internationally within the M.B.A. program at the University of Sao Paulo in Brazil.

Kos received both his bachelor's and master's degrees from the Williamson College of Business Administration. He earned his Ph.D. from the Graduate School of Management at Kent State University in the area of macro-organizational theory (strategic management).



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DUBLIN, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020

The OSHA Training Institute Education Center at Chabot-Las Positas Community College District, the only OSHA authorized OTI Education Center headquartered in Northern California, is hosting the Pacific Coast Safety Fest, an annual low-cost OSHA safety training event, on March 24-26, 2020. This year's event, which is designed to raise worker safety and health awareness and communicate best work practices, takes place in two locations – Dublin, California, and Reno, Nevada.

"Our annual Pacific Coast Safety Fest is open to contractors, small business owners and anyone interested in creating a safer workplace," says Cari Elofson-Callahan, Assistant Director of the OSHA Training Institute Education Center at Chabot-Las Positas Community College District. "Our goal is to offer participants from the larger community an opportunity to learn more about workplace safety by providing low-cost OSHA standards-based safety training."

Attendees at the Pacific Coast Safety Fest pay a nominal fee of $20 per class. Topics include recordkeeping rules, safety and health management, outreach training for construction and general industries, and transitioning to safer chemicals. Attendees will receive credit for all sanctioned Education Center classes and a certificate of attendance for all classes. Space is limited and early registration is advised. Walk-ins will not be permitted. Attendees will also have the opportunity to attend the Safety Fest Expo on Tuesday, March 24, from 7:00 am-1:00 pm.

The Pacific Coast Safety Fest locations include:

OSHA Training Institute Education Center
7600 Dublin Boulevard
Dublin, California 94568
Dublin Schedule and Registration

Regional Public Safety Training Center
5190 Spectrum Boulevard
Reno, Nevada 89512
Reno Schedule and Registration

All those who are interested in enhancing workplace safety are encouraged to attend the 2020 Pacific Coast Safety Fest.

About the OSHA Training Institute Education Center

The OSHA Training Institute Education Center at Chabot-Las Positas Community College District offers high quality Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) standards-based training for construction, maritime and general industries in Dublin, California, conveniently located in the San Francisco Bay Area, as well as locations throughout California, Nevada and Hawaii. Programs offered include OSHA safety standards, Outreach Trainer courses, Cal/OSHA standards and customized on-site safety training. For more information, including a complete course schedule, visit the OSHA Training Institute Education Center website, email otc@clpccd.org or call (866) 936-OSHA (6742).



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NEW YORK (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020

Communication Service for the Deaf (CSD) announced today the expansion of its SignVote campaign designed to help inform and increase voter engagement among the deaf community throughout the 2020 elections. SignVote is a nonpartisan platform that spotlights and features accessible voter content and resources made available in American Sign Language (ASL).

CSD is the world's largest deaf-led social impact organization and for 45 years has pioneered innovative solutions for a more accessible and inclusive world.

"The goal of SignVote is to promote greater participation and engagement from our community in the political process and to elevate awareness of key issues that impact a deaf person's quality of life," said Chris Soukup, CEO of CSD. "We believe that continued organizing and advocacy will expand visibility of topics that are important to our community, which makes their inclusion in candidates' disability plans more likely."

"Every deaf person deserves the right to make fully-informed decisions as voters," said Kriston Lee Pumphrey, deaf activist, performer and Community Engagement Manager for CSD. "SignVote provides an extensive ASL-based digital archive that will help eliminate some of the most fundamental barriers that deaf people still face today to full participation in the electoral process."

According to CSD, many deaf people in the United States are eligible to vote but do not have access to important voting registration materials and elections information in ASL, their primary language, and many polling stations lack staff who are fluent in ASL. This creates, says CSD, a significant barrier to overall engagement and making informed choices throughout the election process.

SignVote provides a critical solution, offering the deaf community an extensive and centralized resource of accessible content, including:

Dedicated SignVote website

Social media integration with Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Youtube

A central video library continually updated throughout the election cycle

Voter registration materials and information – how and where to register

Voter Toolkit on general voting and electoral issues (What's on the ballot? Who are my candidates? It's election day, now what?)

ASL Voter Hotline from the National Association for the Deaf

To help "get the vote out," CSD also has formed a SignVote coalition with several leading advocacy groups, including: Council de Manos; Deaf and Hard of Hearing Consumer Advocacy Network; DEAF, Inc.; Deaf Queer Resource Center; Deaf Women United; DPAN-TV; Gallaudet University; the National Association for the Deaf; National Deaf Black Advocates; and RIT National Technical Institute for the Deaf.

CSD also plans a SignVote forum later this year.

About CSD

Communication Service for the Deaf (CSD) is the largest deaf-led social impact organization in the world. For more than four decades, CSD has been a leader in creating and providing accessible and innovative solutions for the deaf community. Today, CSD continues its work to create opportunities for personal and economic growth within the deaf community, specifically addressing leadership and employment. CSD's Social Venture Fund is one of the first angel funds and incubators in the world supporting deaf entrepreneurs and deaf-owned and operated businesses. For more information please visit SignVote and CSD.



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SANTA CLARA, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020

StartupWind, Inc and Draper University announced today that they are partnering to launch cutting edge online entrepreneurship courses made available for free to help entrepreneurs around the world. The content for these courses is contributed by leading investors, entrepreneurs and executives in the Silicon Valley as well as world's leading innovation professors from top tier business schools. Notable contributors include legendary venture capitalist Tim Draper and Northwestern Kellogg professors Mohanbir Sawhney as well as Rob Wolcott.

These courses span across all stages of an entrepreneur's journey, including:

Ideation, Customer Discovery and Product Market Fit: These courses would help the entrepreneurs develop their ideas, gain deep customer insights and identify a clear product market fit.

Business Model Canvas & Business Planning: These courses are designed to help entrepreneurs in identifying the right business model for their business. Coupled with StartupWind's Business Model Canvas and Business Planning tools, these courses help entrepreneurs in building a compelling business plan and an investor pitch deck.

Growth Hacking: The growth hacking courses would help entrepreneurs to drive traction for their startups, build effective marketing plan and provide experiential knowhow to drive pipeline, revenue and media coverage.

Get Funded: The Get Funded series of courses are designed to prepare entrepreneurs for fundraising. These courses offer insights and tips from successful entrepreneurs about effective business pitching. They also provide perspective from leading venture capitalists about what it takes to stand out from the crowd. The series also offers courses to shed light on details of funding raising, due diligence process and term sheets.

These courses coupled with tools for ideation, customer discovery, business planning and mentoring delivered by StartupWind's Innovation Network platform levels the playing field for entrepreneurs anywhere in the world. They also make the entrepreneurs ready to deliver the impact and scale their startups.

"Draper University and StartupWind share a common mission to power up the entrepreneurs across the world. StartupWind, with its large global user base, digital platform to deliver high quality coursework to anyone in the world and software tools from ideation to business planning to mentoring, is very compelling and synergistic to Draper University's mission. We are excited about this partnership to make a far reaching impact in helping entrepreneurs anywhere in the world", said Tim Draper, Founder of Draper University and legendary Silicon Valley investor.

"I am excited about Draper University and StartupWind's partnership and the impact it would have in empowering global entrepreneurs with video-based course content contributed by world-class Silicon Valley experts. StartupWind's Learning Management System and collaborative efforts to curate the video content into logical courses would make it very easy for entrepreneurs to access the courses that are relevant to their current needs – from anywhere in the world.", said Michael Coe, Digital Content Guru at Draper University.

Naren Patil, founder StartupWind, called the new partnership - "A great way to help entrepreneurs acquire very targeted knowhow from world-class experts to grow their startup. The content from Draper University will help entrepreneurs all over the world in demystifying the unknowns while growing their startups. We are looking forward to build on our partnership with Draper University in helping entrepreneurs at each stage of their journey, from Idea to funding and beyond."
You can access these entrepreneurship courses at: https://live.startupwind.com/signup_courses

About Draper University
Draper University has innovated entrepreneurial education. Their 500+ students have started 250 companies raising over $24 million. Students have come from 60 different countries. The Draper University teaching process is unconventional, challenging students emotionally, physically, intellectually and spiritually through a team-based, inspirational, and activity-based curriculum, with the ultimate goal of launching something innovative and important.
To learn more visit http://www.draperuniversity.com

About StartupWind.Inc
Headquartered in Santa Clara, California, StartupWind unveils a new way to connect, ideate, mentor and scale startups. StartupWind has been delivering impact to about 25,000 users affiliated to over 100 universities across 100 countries in the world. It is helping universities, states and corporations to scale their innovation and entrepreneurship programs by delivering a digital Innovation Network Platform that offers tools for ideation, customer discovery, business model canvas, business planning, mentoring, new venture competitions and learning management system.
Please visit http://www.startupwind.com for more information

LOMA LINDA, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020

A global transition to a vegetarian diet would have significant impacts in the battle against global warming and other environmental concerns, according to research conducted at Loma Linda University Health.

Food production has been identified as a major contributor to increased greenhouse gas emissions, consumes 70% of fresh water, and is responsible for 80% of the world's deforestation. Improving agricultural technology and reducing food waste have been put forward as potential solutions to these environmental concerns. But Joan Sabaté, MD, DrPH, professor of nutrition and epidemiology at Loma Linda University School of Public Health, found that changes in food choices and diet patterns would have a far greater positive effect on environmental sustainability.

Vegetarian Diets: Planetary Health and Its Alignment with Human Health is a meta-analysis of 49 published research studies that focused on the impact that vegetarian and vegan diets have on greenhouse gas emissions, and water and land use. When the data from the 49 studies was combined, Sabaté found that shifting from current dietary norms to ovolactovegetarian and vegan diets would reduce greenhouse gas levels an average of 35%, reduce land usage for food production by an average of 42%, and agricultural water usage by an average of 28%.

"Many other studies have clearly demonstrated the health advantages of vegetarian and vegan diets," Sabaté said. "This analysis confirms that switching to these types of diets are also significantly eco-friendly as well."

Sabaté directs the environmental nutrition research program at Loma Linda University School of Public Health. This program explores the interrelationships between the environmental and health impacts of food choices, and ultimately seeks to improve the sustainability, health and equity of food systems.

One early sign that people are increasing in their commitment to make dietary changes due to concerns about climate took place in earlier this year. By choosing to serve all vegan meals to hundreds of celebrities and guests, two major entertainment industry award shows — the Golden Globe Awards and the Screen Actors Guild Awards — increased public awareness and conversation about the link between sustainable agriculture and climate change.

While Sabaté says the field of sustainable diet and environmental impacts is still in its infancy, he has participated in a number of research studies that show clear connection between diet and climate factors. In 2017, he was part of a group that published a well-known study on the climate benefits of replacing meat in diets with beans. Sabaté and other researchers working in Loma Linda University Health's environmental nutrition program have published more than 30 papers that examined the relationship between food choices, environmental sustainability and population health.

Sabaté says additional research is needed into how changes in agricultural approaches impact the environment in low- and middle-income countries. He also points to needed research comparing large-scale agricultural operations with small-operation family farms practices.

"In societies where daily meat consumption is the social norm, drastically reducing meat consumption is a major challenge," Sabaté says. "In low- and middle-income countries, eliminating meat could adversely affect those populations' already marginal nutritional status.

The paper was presented at the 7th International Congress on Vegetarian Nutrition in 2018, the premiere scientific conference on plant-based diets, which occurs every five years. The proceedings from the conference were recently published in a special edition of the journal Advances in Nutrition.



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BETHESDA, MD. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020

The International Society for Pharmaceutical Engineering (ISPE) announced Alonza Cruse, Director, Office of Pharmaceutical Quality Operations, FDA/ORA, as a newly confirmed keynote for the 2020 ISPE Aseptic Conference, taking place 2–3 March 2020 in North Bethesda, Maryland.

His office is responsible for all pharmaceutical quality inspections and investigations, working in conjunction with the FDA's Center for Drug Evaluation & Research and the Center for Veterinary Medicine. Additionally, he is leading ORA's pharmaceutical collaboration efforts under the Program Alignment initiative.

Alonza Cruse will provide current regulatory perspectives on aseptic processing during his keynote presentation. He is also a featured panelist in the Interactive Regulatory Panel session, where he will answer the most pressing quality and regulatory questions directly with six FDA colleagues, including:

Brooke Higgins, Senior Policy Advisor, Office of Manufacturing Quality, Division of Drug Quality, FDA/CDER/OC/OMQ

Christine Harman, PhD, Chemist, Review Branch 1, FDA

Jie He, Facility Inspection and CMC Review Branch 2, US FDA

Richard Friedman, Deputy Director, Science and Regulatory Policy, FDA/CDER

Robert Sausville, Director, Div. Case Management, FDA/CBER/OMPT/OCBQ

Zhihao Qiu, PhD, Director (Acting), Office of Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Assessment, FDA/CDER/OPQ/OPF

Now in its 29th year, the 2020 ISPE Aseptic Conference has established itself as the pharmaceutical industry's leading source on advancing aseptic and barrier operations and providing invaluable opportunities for peer-to-peer learning through interactions with industry and regulatory leaders.

To explore the agenda and to register, please visit ISPE.org/Aseptic20.

About ISPE
The International Society for Pharmaceutical Engineering (ISPE) is the world's largest not-for-profit association serving its members through leading scientific, technical, and regulatory advancement across the entire pharmaceutical lifecycle. The 18,500 members of ISPE are building solutions in the development and manufacture of safe, effective pharmaceutical and biologic medicines, and medical delivery devices in more than 90 countries around the world. Founded in 1980, ISPE has its worldwide headquarters and training center in North Bethesda, Maryland USA, and its operations center in Tampa, Florida USA. Visit ISPE.org for more information.



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SAN RAFAEL, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020

Returning to Tahoe for its second year, Nike Lake Tahoe High Altitude XC Camp welcomes campers from across the U.S. to attend and experience high altitude training while preparing for their upcoming cross-country season.

Camp Director and Coach AJ Acosta says, "I'm thankful and excited for the opportunity to direct the Lake Tahoe High Altitude Camp and especially looking forward to working with such an enthusiastic group of athletes looking to better their craft. We've lined up a very energized and knowledgeable group of counselors and staff who deliver a unique perspective and experience for our campers. And the fact that we get to do it in a place as beautiful and serene as Lake Tahoe, with its access to hundreds of miles of trail options, truly underscores how special this camp experience is for all. Looking forward to seeing you all in August!"

Acosta has a long-storied career spanning his high school years as national champion, who won the 2005 Foot Locker Cross Country Championships, through his years as a University of Oregon runner, as an eight-time All-American and a 2x US Olympic Trial participant. Acosta currently coaches at Bishop O'Dowd High School, Alameda, CA.

Campers stay at the beautiful Granlibakken Resort in Tahoe City. The Camp offers the perfect mix of learning, training, and recreation for both high school and middle school runners. It delivers an action-packed week of training, competition, and fun evening activities.

The camp is coed, ages 12-18. All ability levels are welcome, runners are placed in appropriate groups paced on fitness and pace.

Players, coaches, and parents interested in learning more can visit Nike Running Camps.

About US Sports Camps
US Sports Camps (USSC), headquartered in San Rafael, California, is America's largest sports camp network and the licensed operator of Nike Sports Camps. The company has offered summer camps since 1975 with the same mission that defines it today: to shape a lifelong enjoyment of athletics through high-quality sports education and skill enhancement.



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AUSTIN, TEXAS (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020

The Heller School for Social Policy and Management at Brandeis University released the Child Opportunity Index 2.0. With this new release they identified success stories of communities spurred to action by the release of the Child Opportunity Index 1.0 in 2015. The City of Albany is one of these.

The 2015 release found that Albany was the lowest ranked of 100 major cities in the US in terms of opportunity for healthy development of Hispanic and black children. Mayor Kathy Sheehan partnered with Jonathan Jones, Commissioner of Recreation, Youth & Workforce on how to fix this deficit. They decided to solve this by refurbishing parks and adding play and fitness equipment throughout the city.

"We've redone 13 parks and many have intergenerational features, like fitness equipment to help the whole family. Each new park has ADA compliant equipment, so all of our residents could play," says Jones. "Albany is a neighborhood city, and the parks connect the neighborhoods."

Albany partnered with KOMPAN to build unique playgrounds reflecting each set of surroundings and geography in the 13 playgrounds and fitness areas constructed so far.

"Not only is [each park] a place for our young people to meet friends, create networks, there are a lot of apparatus' here that are going to challenge them not only physically but mentally," added Jones.

With the release of the recent update to the Child Opportunity Index, the City of Albany has been recognized as one of the communities taking important action to provide equal opportunities to all children through the addition of these playgrounds.



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GARIBALDI HIGHLANDS, BRITISH COLUMBIA (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020

The Nike Volleyball Camp at The Gym is set to run in June and will be directed by Southern University Head Volleyball Coach, Vanessa Jacobs. This will be Jacob's first time running a Nike Sports Camp, however, she is no stranger to volleyball as she has over 30 years of experience under her belt that includes DI coaching and collegiate playing.

This new Texas volleyball camp will be hosted at The Gym, a state-of-the-art facility in Humble. Players will train on multiple courts with Jacobs and her staff that may consist of college, club, or high school coaches. Two programs will be offered, an All Skills camp that focuses on all aspects of volleyball, and a Serving Clinic which allows players to focus on their serve.

"This location is very exciting for us," states Siera Love, VP of Nike Volleyball Camps. "We are now able to reach more players and provide them the opportunity to get better with excellent coaching!"

These new programs are open to girls, ages 8-16, of all ability levels. Under Jacobs instruction, players will undergo various drills that incorporate team concepts and live gameplay, and also learn how to become a better teammate.

The All Skills camp is set to run on June 1-4, and the Serving Clinic will follow on June 5.

Players, coaches, and parents interested in camps can visit Nike Volleyball Camps or call 1-800-645-3226.

About US Sports Camps

US Sports Camps (USSC), headquartered in San Rafael, California, is America's largest sports camp network and the licensed operator of Nike Sports Camps. The company has offered summer camps since 1975 with the same mission that defines it today: to shape a lifelong enjoyment of athletics through high-quality sports education and skill enhancement.



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WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020

DBT Foundational Workshop Scheduled for Clinicians:
The Five-Day Training provides participants with 35 CE Credit Hours

Cognitive and Behavioral Consultants will host a Five-Day Foundational Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) workshop with an Adolescent-Family Emphasis from August 31 through September 4, 2020 at the Schwartzberg Training Center at CBC, located at 1 North Broadway in White Plains, New York, thirty minutes north of Manhattan. This workshop is for clinicians and members of existing consultation teams in agencies and schools. Thirty five Continuing Education Credit Hours will be offered for this training to NY Social Workers and all Psychologists.

CBC has become the first—and only, to date—Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)-Linehan Board of Certification, Certified Program in New York State. The DBT- Linehan Board of Certification was formed to develop a comprehensive way to certify individual therapists in their competency to deliver DBT effectively and to certify programs that demonstrate their ability to deliver DBT programmatically with fidelity to the model as it has been researched.

Dr. Alec Miller co-developed DBT for multi-problem and self-harming adolescents which has been established as an evidence-based treatment for this population. Dr. Miller and his CBC colleagues will teach the theories, structure, and practice of the DBT model, including strategies for individual sessions, skills training groups, inter-session coaching, and the effective management of a consultation team. The instructors will utilize various teaching formats including didactics, videos, role-play demonstrations and participant exercises. Research has shown DBT with adolescents to be effective in reducing self-harm behaviors, depression, hopelessness, dropout from treatment, psychiatric hospitalization, substance use and interpersonal difficulties.

The training will cover a range of strategies, and participants will:

Understand the biosocial theory of borderline personality disorder and emotion dysregulation as well as how to assess multi-problem youth

Practice orientation and commitment strategies effective for teenagers and families

Learn the treatment structure and targets for multi-problem, high-risk adolescents

Learn the various change and acceptance strategies used in individual DBT

Become familiar with the adolescent-family dialectical dilemmas, dialectical thinking and acting and how to teach it to teens and parents

Understand how to create and maintain adolescent skills training groups with and without caregivers

Learn the DBT skills taught in Rathus & Miller's DBT Skills Manual for Adolescents

CBC Co-Founder and DBT-Foundational Course Director Dr. Alec L. Miller is a clinical psychologist, teacher, researcher, author, and disseminator of evidence-based treatments to clinical and school settings worldwide. He has conducted federally funded clinical research and published extensively in DBT, including the three leading textbooks titled: Dialectical Behavior Therapy with Suicidal Adolescents; DBT Skills Manual for Adolescents; and DBT Skills in Schools (DBT STEPS-A). He was also a lead trainer and co-investigator of the first randomized controlled trial of DBT with suicidal adolescents that was published in 2014. He has been internationally recognized and received awards for his teaching of clinicians about how to conduct DBT with adolescents and families.

The DBT Foundational will be taught by Dr. Miller and a highly skilled team of CBC instructors who bring the same commitment to science-based training and practice. The CBC team of professionals has a specialized expertise in DBT and stay up to date with the latest cutting-edge advances. CBC instructors provide training and consultation to professionals, consumers, schools, and agencies and treat clients with a range of psychological problems to help them reach their life goals.

Workshop registration and payment postmarked before July 27, 2020 is $1,400 or $1,200 for students. Group rates available upon request.

Mental health professionals and students interested in building and deepening their understanding of CBT principles in practice are invited to attend. Cognitive and Behavioral Consultants (CBC) is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. CBC maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

Cognitive and Behavioral Consultants, SW CPE, is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board of Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #0219.

For more information or to register for the workshop, http://cbc-psychology.com/events/five-day-cbt-foundational-1 Questions can be directed to 914-385-1150 or via email at training@cbc-psychology.com

About Cognitive & Behavioral Consultants, LLP
CBC is a clinical and training center comprised of internationally recognized mental health professionals have researched, pioneered, and are highly experienced in training and providing consultation to mental health professionals, as well as delivering cutting edge evidence-based treatments that help adults, adolescents, and children live more fulfilled lives. Founded in 2004 by Drs. Lata K. McGinn and Alec L. Miller, leaders in the fields of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, the CBC team provides a large array of Clinical and Wellness services to the public, provides Custom Designed Programs for schools, agencies, and businesses, and Continuing Education for Professionals in the field of psychology.



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VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020

As of February 2020, North Digital Inc. occupies the top position for the most coveted search terms on YouTube in the dental marketing industry, including: "dental marketing", "dental marketing strategy", and "online dental marketing".

North Digital has successfully out-ranked several other agencies many times larger than itself.

The boutique digital marketing agency based in Vancouver, Canada, couldn't be happier with its decision to start uploading videos to the mega-platform under its founders name, Sean Wiggins.

YouTube is the second largest search engine after Google and according to Hootsuite, has 2 billion monthly active users.

The platform has been making headlines in 2020; from announcing its $5 billion per quarter earnings to clamping down on fake news around turbulent global issues.

YouTube's leading objective is to provide the best experience and the broadest selection of videos to its viewers. For this reason, YouTube often gives small channels a fighting chance at outranking established channels with large subscription bases.

"As a small channel, getting a number one ranked video requires the perfect combination of click-through rate, average watch time, and like ratio." Says Sean Wiggins, founder of North Digital Inc.

North Digital's dark horse video, "Dental Patient Marketing | 2020 Proven System", has its bases covered with a 97.8% like ratio, a six-minute average view duration, and a 6.3% click-through rate. (Source: YouTube Studio.)

"This is the best marketing video I've ever seen. Thanks for the enormous Value!" posts one viewer after watching the video.

Search terms such as "dental marketing" are extremely desirable because they have a high buying intent. For example, while the term "cat videos" is searched 1.17 million times per month on YouTube, it is far less valuable than the search term "dental marketing", which is searched 46.7 thousand times per month on YouTube. (Source: TubeBuddy.)

When an individual searches for the term "dental marketing", he or she is likely looking to spend money and hire an agency, and this is what North Digital has prepared for. The video description encourages the thousands of viewers each month to click through to the North Digital website and contact the agency about dental marketing services.

In the Global Dental Market 2019 Report, by 360 Market Updates, it is predicted that the global dentistry industry will reach a size of $36.5 billion by 2024 based on a compound annual growth rate of 5.8% between 2019 and 2024.

On Feb 4, 2020, The American Dental Association (ADA) Health Policy Institute (HPI) released its second annual Dental Industry Report. "The latest data show a slight recovery in the dental care economy in terms of overall dental spending, fueled by an uptick in utilization and spending among patients with private dental insurance," said Marko Vujicic, Ph.D., vice president of HPI.

It's not difficult to see why dominating the YouTube rankings in the lucrative dental marketing industry would incite excitement, especially for a small digital marketing agency based in Canada, now growing rapidly and competing on the global stage.

About North Digital Inc:

North Digital is a digital marketing agency based in Vancouver, BC, Canada. North Digital applies the scientific method to algorithm-based advertising platforms such as Google and Facebook to generate its clients a constant stream of new online customers each month. To learn more visit http://www.north.digital.

About Sean Wiggins:

Sean Wiggins is a Canadian entrepreneur who is passionate about digital marketing and entrepreneurship. To learn more visit SeanWigginsConsulting.com.



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OTTAWA, ONTARIO (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020

Seven dramatic weeks have passed since the Chinese health authorities informed the World Health Organization that there have been mounting cases of pneumonia, the pathogen of which is unknown, in the huge city of Wuhan. Within a short period of time, there has been a rapid increase in the number of officially confirmed cases of illness and death. The pathogen, now identified as Coronavirus 2019-CoV, has been further spread by air passengers, leading to respiratory disease being spread worldwide. On January 30, 2020, World Health Organization declared a public health emergency of international concern.

Coronavirus is closely related to the SARS virus. Laboratories throughout the world have been able to use this information to develop tests to detect the virus. The virus is said to have been transmitted to humans at an open-air meat market in Wuhan, where live wild animals are also sold, and it is now spreading from one human to another. In some of the people who are affected, it causes flu-like symptoms like coughing and difficulty breathing. Lung x-rays confirm severe pneumonia that can lead to death.

"The survival times of SARS coronaviruses on inanimate surfaces and as infectious droplets in the air have been studied. An identical pattern has appeared repeatedly. Very low temperatures (tested at 6°C) and very low humidity (30%) enable viruses to survive for long periods on surfaces and in the air. Even at moderate temperatures of 20-30°C, there was a long survival time, but only when the air was dry. Very high temperatures (>30°C) render the coronaviruses inactive. This is why there have been repeated MERS epidemics on the Arabian Peninsula solely during the cooler winter months. It is assumed that the current Coronavirus will also exhibit a similar behaviour in relation to humidity and temperature. The rate of transmission from human to human is influenced by indoor conditions," explains Dr. Walter Hugentobler, FMH General Physician, and Dr. Stephanie Taylor, Harvard Medical School, Medical Advisors for Condair Group.

This means that conditions in homes and on public transport where air is typically heated to 20 to 24 degrees for comfort, have resulting low relative humidity from approximately 20 % to 40 %. These are the ideal environmental conditions for SARS coronaviruses to survive on surfaces and in the air over a long period of time, and consequently for increased transmission via contact with contaminated surfaces and inhalation from the air.

"Air humidification acts in a proactive way to combat the spread of viruses by infected people, including so-called super spreaders, even before any symptoms appear or a diagnosis can be made. Additionally, the respiratory tract's defences are improved in all people due to the more efficient cleaning of the airways and enhanced immune defences. Raising air humidity by humidification reduces the risk of virus spread in hospitals and other buildings at low-cost and without causing negative effects," said Hugentobler.

Approximately 58% of SARS cases were acquired from hospital exposure, so humidification of healthcare facilities would be an especially effective intervention to reduce pneumonia and death rates from this new coronavirus strain.

Air humidification can be readily implemented in both private and public buildings, giving people a simple way to actively combat this fearsome virus for which there are currently no vaccines or effective preventive drug treatments. In addition to reducing the overall spread of the outbreak, this intervention also enables each of us to pro-actively take steps to protect the health of ourselves and our loved ones.

"It is not possible for humans to control the outdoor climatic conditions which have allowed this coronavirus to cross species boundaries. However, we are able to manage the indoor environment to support our health and reduce viral disease by regulating critical indoor air factors such as temperature, humidity, air exchange rate and fresh air content. When we maintain indoor temperatures at 20 to 24°C for comfort, it is essential that we decrease our risk of infection by maintaining healthy levels of air humidity and ventilation," said Hugentobler and Taylor.

Coronavirus Survival on Surfaces
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2863430/

Yale Influenza Study
https://www.condair.com/yalestudy

About Condair Group
Condair is the leading manufacturer and provider of complete solutions in the areas of humidification and evaporative cooling. This enables us to create the ideal indoor climate while keeping energy consumption low and reducing impact on the environment. With approximately 740 employees, Condair operates production sites in Europe, North America and China and are represented in 22 countries and supported by distribution partners in more than 50 locations worldwide. To learn more visit https://www.condair.com



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NEW YORK (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020

Justin Bieber made dreams come true this week. Julie Coker, a senior at Stockton University in Galloway, New Jersey was awarded a $100,000 life-changing gift live on MTV. Julie, who serves as president of her Active Minds chapter on campus, was honored with this gift for her tireless commitment to changing the culture around mental health for herself, her peers, and her community.

"Julie is an amazing representation of the powerful young adults who are the driving force behind Active Minds, and who are leading the way in changing the national conversation
around mental health. It's truly one of the biggest issues faced by young adults today. I'm thrilled Justin Bieber gave Julie this awesome surprise in honor of her important work," said
Alison Malmon, Founder and Executive Director of Active Minds. "Julie has been an outstanding advocate for mental health awareness on her campus, has helped nearly 4,000 young adults be screened for suicide, depression, or disordered eating behaviors, and has been a great Active Minds leader - serving as president of her campus chapter, as well as on the Active Minds Student Advisory Committee. Active Minds could not exist without our amazing student leaders and I'm thrilled that Justin Bieber recognized one of them today."

Throughout her time at Stockton University, Julie has been a relentless activist for mental health awareness on her campus and shows up every day to help move Active Minds programs forward in order to change the conversation on mental health, create communities of support, and save lives.

The surprise gift from Justin Bieber will help launch an impactful career, as Julie's advocacy is not expected to end after college. Julie plans to pursue her master's degree in social work, eventually taking on the role of a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.

"I was blown away by this surprise. You don't go into social work for the money, but for the deep desire to help people. So this life-changing gift will help me start my career on the strongest financial footing possible and will enable me to help even more people," said Julie Coker. "Taking control of my mental health saved my life. When it came to choosing a major and career, it was just obvious that I would choose a career that focuses on helping others take control of theirs. I'm so grateful to Justin Bieber for helping me forward on that path."

"Through her work, students across her campus and community have gained confidence in seeking critical treatment and support," said Malmon. "She is truly an asset to the field and I'm excited that this gift will allow her to continue helping others to take care of their mental health for years to come."

About Active Minds: Active Minds is the nation's premier nonprofit organization supporting mental health awareness and education for young adults. Active Minds has a presence on over 800 college, university, and high school campuses nationwide, and is powered by a robust Chapter Network, the nationally acclaimed Send Silence Packing exhibit, and inspiring Active Minds Speakers. The organization is dedicated to changing the conversation about mental health, and creating supportive communities that will save lives. To learn more, visit http://www.activeminds.org.



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OAKLAND, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020

Coursepath and Beekeeper have established a partnership to give non-desk employees direct and easy access to digital training courses. The integration with the Beekeeper app makes it even easier for Coursepath and Beekeeper users to stay up-to-date on internal training and find new courses. With the Coursepath-Beekeeper integration, companies can increase participation in their online trainings by making it easier for frontline staff to access and participate in courses.

Beekeeper users can be automatically synced to Coursepath, simplifying account setup in Coursepath and giving them direct access to their favorite courses from a single platform. This fits in seamlessly with the mission of Coursepath, the e-learning platform that allows you to train all your employees in no time at all: Making learning as easy as possible, for everyone! It also aligns with Beekeeper's goals to unlock the potential of every single employee by giving them easy access to systems and company information. Participants can access their e-learning courses regardless of time, place or device. This way, they immediately experience how uncomplicated and intuitive the e-learning platform is. The result is an inspiring, fast, and effective learning trajectory with a company-wide knowledge and information exchange.

The mobile solution for non-desk employees

Beekeeper focuses mainly on non-desk employees, who work at different locations and are not easily reached by the central organization. The app involves all those people and gives them the feeling of sitting next to each other and being part of the team! The platform integrates with existing operational systems and makes them accessible to everyone from one central access point.

"Our vision fits in perfectly with Coursepath's," says Alexander Jung-Loddenkemper, Head of Marketplace at Beekeeper in Zurich. "It's also about connecting people and systems, about giving employees the tools to do their job in a meaningful and targeted way. Committed, well-trained staff also help companies stay ahead of the competition. It's about attracting and retaining talent, sharing knowledge, and adapting communication tools to the needs of employees. This makes Beekeeper's mobile-first solution - the most tailored tool for frontline worker communication."

Improve user and organizational performance

Mujibor de Graaf, CEO and founding partner of Viadesk, sees the cooperation with Beekeeper as a logical step in the process of facilitating the new way of working and learning within organizations: "We are constantly looking for smart and sustainable solutions that improve the performance of users and organizations. It is all about connection, the mutual communication that takes place on the platform, and the simplicity of switching between systems. This is very important if you want to create a successful learning culture. We see that increasing globalization and digitalization are changing the demands placed on workers. It is therefore important to flexibly move along with this development and to give people access to the tools they need to do their job, to grow, and to realize their ambitions. Together with Beekeeper, we can give even better shape to this."



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CHICAGO (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020

Crow will be conducting six sessions at the Top Gun Conference and participants will leave with strategies that they can implement immediately to address their BSA/AML compliance challenges and reduce risk.

"As a former banker, I know firsthand that BSA officers may feel like they're living on an island inside the bank," comments Crow. "This year, I've developed sessions to help them communicate with board members and explain the risks when management wants to explore higher-risk relationships and only sees fee income and not the potential risks."

Crow's sessions are:

** What Happened Since Last Year? **
Get a high-level overview of BSA/AML developments during the last year, including enforcement actions and CTR and exam manual updates.

** Virtual Currency: Exchanges Masquerading as Users **
Learn about virtual currency and how to spot suspicious activity red flags, based on FinCEN's guidance.

** Beneficial Ownership After the First Exam Cycle **
Gain insight from the feedback institutions have received from examiners and learn about the setbacks and operational successes they've experienced since due diligence became the 5th Pillar.

** BSA: It's Not Just For Deposits **
Find ways to make BSA training more compelling for staff and help them more easily identify money laundering red flags. Though cash is king in money laundering, once the money is placed, other vehicles also can be used. They aren't easy to detect, especially if BSA officers don't have a strong deposit background.

** Transparency in the BSA Exam: How should you prepare? **
Gain insight into the questions that executive management and the BSA officer should be asking, as well as what to focus on to prepare for the next exam.

** The Bank Wants to Provide Services to That Industry? **
Find strategies for managing risk within your organization and the risks that come from outside. Learn to speak management's language in terms of profit and loss and understand staffing needs and the soft costs of compliance.

In addition to live presentations, BOL's 2020 BSA/AML Top Gun Conference sessions (https://www.bolconferences.com/topgun20/index.html ) will be available via a remote video stream. There also will be 30 days of unlimited access to the archived sessions.

For more information, please contact:
Brian Crow
800-934-REGS
b_crow@tcaregs.com



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CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020

Terra Dotta, the leader in higher education travel, study abroad and international program management solutions, today announced significant year-over-year growth and 2020 expansion plans. Specifically, the company experienced a 50 percent increase in new higher education clients, including the Medical University of South Carolina, Illinois Institute of Technology, The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, University of Vermont, and many more. Responding to elevated industry demand, Terra Dotta plans to expand its workforce by 30 percent across development, sales, operations and customer success departments in the coming year.

"As colleges and universities look to maximize the opportunities and value of delivering globalized education to their students, it is our mission to help them ensure all inbound international students and outbound students traveling abroad receive the highest level of support and duty of care throughout their entire experience," said Anthony Rotoli, CEO, Terra Dotta. "We look forward to continuing to help our clients deliver best-practice international and education abroad programs through an unrivaled cloud-based solution that provides the right balance of transparency and automation."

Over the past year, Terra Dotta achieved a 65 percent jump in adoption of its outbound Study Abroad solutions, including Terra Dotta's award-winning AlertTraveler mobile app that automatically notifies students and faculty overseas when there is a critical local incident. Additionally, Terra Dotta saw a 33 percent increase for its inbound International Student and Scholar Services solution, and more than 140 percent growth for its Agreements Management solution.

Terra Dotta has been recognized over the last year for a number of industry and business successes including being named the #8 Fastest Growing company in North Carolina by Growjo and being named to the 2020 Triangle Tweeners list as a "Most Promising New Tweener" on the prestigious regional list of emerging companies. Also Rotoli was recently named to the North Carolina Technology Association's Board of Advisors.

Additionally in 2019, Campus Technology readers selected Terra Dotta as the Most Valuable Product in the Institution and one of the Top 5 Favorite Technologies Currently Used as part of Campus Technology's 2019 Readers' Choice Awards. And Terra Dotta's Travel Registry solution won a Gold Stevie Award in the Postsecondary Enterprise Solution category of the 16th Annual International Business Awards.

"We are excited to kick off 2020 with such great momentum and look forward to adding to our team in Chapel Hill as we continue to help colleges and universities enable their outgoing and incoming education abroad programs with enterprise-grade cloud solutions," added Rotoli.

About Terra Dotta
Terra Dotta is the trusted leader in higher education travel, study abroad and international program management solutions. Over 600 universities and colleges use Terra Dotta's enterprise-grade cloud solutions and mobile apps to automate and streamline all aspects of global collegiate travel and international student programs. The company's solutions and expertise help higher education teams optimize study abroad and international programs enrollment, deliver real-time, GPS-driven travel communication for students and faculty, and ensure compliance and risk mitigation for international travel/scholar programs worldwide. Terra Dotta is based in Chapel Hill, N.C. and can be found at http://www.terradotta.com.




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SALT LAKE CITY (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020

In a partnership with the Association for Talent Development (ATD), AllenComm, a leader for innovative custom content, is proud to share an in-depth research report entitled 2019 Global Trends in Talent Development, authored by ATD. This report examines the talent development practices of global regions to identify key topics, practices, and challenges for each region. Based on a survey of 413 talent development professionals around the world, the report provides insight into top challenges and topics in talent development, including the use of technology as companies work through changing workforces and digital transformation.

Because digital transformation impacts how learning and development (L&D) teams react to and influence company objectives, L&D departments need to continually scale, innovate, and focus on organizational impact to increase digital transformation adoption. The numbers on this report give context to how important it is to create excitement among new hires, develop more confident employees, and provide emerging leaders with the tools they need to excel. The changing workforce has made rallying employees around a company's brand a critical component for the success of their L&D initiatives.

"Our interest in sponsoring this report directly supports our ongoing efforts to create innovative and transformative results for our clients," said Ron Zamir, AllenComm CEO. "This report will help L&D leaders prioritize where they should place their efforts to motivate and engage employees."

Global trends are pushing for change in how onboarding, leadership development, compliance, and sales enablement training are being delivered. Innovative L&D departments are harnessing the power of tailored digital tools and designs to scale training for the workforce, improve performance, and lower per-person-training costs. Companies can use this report to spot the trends for training content and learning technologies that will be most useful for them.

According to the report, "More than 70 percent of employees in all regions have access to smartphones and Internet-connected computers during the workday." The report clearly shows that L&D professionals have an opportunity to utilize the technologies and tools their companies are investing in to radically change how employees engage and consume training content.

Some other key findings of this report:

Organizations in all regions struggled with aligning their talent development strategy to their business goals. About half of the respondents thought their organization's talent development goals and business goals were aligned.

Respondents in North America were significantly more likely than those in other regions to have access to and use development resources their organization paid for, such as tuition reimbursement, association memberships or conferences, certifications, or self-development materials.

The valuable information contained in Global Trends in Talent Development can help learning and development leaders to see what's next for the industry and inform their training strategy for the coming year.

About AllenComm
For over 35 years, AllenComm has partnered with Fortune 100 companies to create and scale unique, innovative learning solutions. Extensive instructional design experience, innovative learning technologies, and agency-level creative teams enable AllenComm to stand out in the learning landscape. Considered one of the top ten firms of its kind in the country, AllenComm wins over 40 awards year after year for their tailored learning solutions. With internal workforce and experience, AllenComm is uniquely positioned in the learning space to meet multiple needs from small to very large change management projects. Partnering with AllenComm to supplement and support human capital management needs has helped customers reduce expenses, shorten onboarding periods, and raise the impact of sales and compliance efforts.

For more information, visit allencomm.com.

About Association for Talent Development (ATD)
The Association for Talent Development (ATD) is the world's largest professional membership organization supporting those who develop the knowledge and skills of employees, improve performance, and help to achieve results for the organizations they serve. Originally established in 1943, the association was previously known as the American Society for Training & Development (ASTD).

ATD's members come from more than 120 countries and work in public and private organizations in every industry sector. ATD supports talent development professionals who gather locally in volunteer-led U.S. chapters and international member networks, and with international strategic partners.

For more information, visit td.org.



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NEW YORK (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020

Leading ticketing, fundraising, and marketing solution for the arts, PatronManager, a Patron Technology product, announced today their partnership with CourseStorm, a powerful cloud-based class registration and management solution. PatronManager users can now begin using the CourseStorm software while the two products work towards a future integration that will enable class registration data to sync into PatronManager.

"We are excited by this partnership with PatronManager, which increases access to educational opportunities in arts and culture for people of all ages," said CourseStorm's CEO Brian Rahill. "As lovers of both education and the arts, we look forward to helping PatronManager's customers grow their arts education programs."

With arts organizations continuing to offer courses and workshops to diversify their programming and revenue streams, CourseStorm's streamlined enrollment management system allows them to take advantage of sophisticated features such as creating a customizable dedicated online course catalog and easy family registration for parents enrolling one or multiple children. This partnership will support PatronManager clients in expanding education opportunities for their audiences and communities, making it easier to register and submit payments online.

"We are thrilled to be introducing PatronManager users to CourseStorms's powerful software," said Michelle Paul, Managing Director at PatronManager. "We couldn't be happier in this partnership which will bring a highly requested solution for class registration and management to our clients."

About CourseStorm
CourseStorm is a powerful, cloud-based class registration and marketing software used by education organizations across the United States. Its turn-key system includes payment processing, rosters, waitlists, customizable forms, class communication, and automated marketing tools designed to increase efficiency and reach more students. CourseStorm makes it easy for students to connect to classes and workshops, providing growth for organizations and the students they serve.

About PatronManager
PatronManager's mission is to revolutionize the ticketing industry by providing arts, culture, and live entertainment organizations with integrated world-class customer relationship management, box office ticketing, fundraising, and marketing solutions, built entirely on the world's most advanced cloud-based CRM platform – Salesforce. PatronManager has been the fastest growing platform for arts and culture organizations in the U.S. Over 675 organizations use PatronManager, primarily symphony orchestras, theatres, opera companies, dance companies, university performing arts centers, and museums.

About Patron Technology
Patron Technology helps live event organizers create better experiences for their attendees and deeper relationships with their sponsors through a complete, data-driven event technology solution. Event organizers of different sizes and across different segments use Patron Technology for ticketing, marketing, fan engagement, CRM, logistics, data management, and more.



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ST. PETERSBURG, FLA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020

Summit Exercises & Training (SummitET), a Preparedness Solutions Company, announces the expansion of its Strategic Communications Program. This program is designed to help organizations develop and implement effective internal and external communications before, during and after a crisis. It will address a growing demand from both the corporate and government sectors which have become increasingly concerned about their ability to effectively manage public affairs, crisis communications, and much more, within the current age of ever-changing threats and instant communication through diverse pathways.

SummitET expands its Strategic Communications program with the addition of two internationally recognized communications experts to lead the program: Mark Basnight, Director, and Holly Hardin, Manager of Strategic Communications. Both Basnight and Hardin have extensive communications experience across corporate and government sectors and stand ready to support clients in the development and execution of a communications strategy.

"When we started SummitET, the idea was to help our customers prepare for a variety of disasters. Today, nations, communities, and organizations are confronted with more complex challenges – our focus is to deliver remarkable customer service and provide full-spectrum preparedness solutions," said John Duda, CEO of SummitET. "Over the last year, we have increased our attention to our communication program to address a wide range of risk, crisis, and public information issues."

The Strategic Communications Program is tailored to each client to achieve confidence through a programmatic strategy of delivering internal and external communication. These customized products and services include:

Course development and delivery on risk and crisis communications, reputation management, internal communication, digital and social media, community relations and education, and media relations.

Immersive activities using the most current technology and social sciences.

Flexible, scalable mock media and social media simulation support.

Onsite full-scale exercises and virtual support for smaller drills and exercises.

Onsite and/or virtual exercise support using comprehensive training tools.

Real-time social media play and injects across native, secure, closed-loop social media exercise environment.

Assessing, planning, training, and exercising strategic communications plans for learning, improving, and efficiencies throughout the organization.

On-call strategic communications practitioners and subject-matter experts to assist organizations with real-world crisis response.

Certified Master Exercise Practitioners to assist in all aspects of planning, exercise conduct and evaluation, and training support.

"Our goal is to boost partnerships within all tiers of government, private business, and industry, and to identify the most effective methods of communicating public and internal information," said Pamela Piersanti, VP of Programs and Strategy.

To learn more about the SummitET Strategic Communications program, click here.



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CARTAGENA, COLOMBIA (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020

At a time of critical change and disruption in the field of education, the Eisenhower Fellowships Global Poll on the State of Education around the world found that an overwhelming majority of young adults regard the quality of education and access to education in their nations as two of their most important issues.

Nonetheless, only 14 percent of the millennials and post-millennial members of Generation Z surveyed in 20 countries across six continents rated the educational systems in their nation as excellent, and more than half rated it poor or only fair.

An overwhelming majority of respondents (79 percent) believed the most important role of the public education system in their country was to teach students to read and write. But surprisingly, a large majority in virtually every country said preparing students to be good citizens (72 percent) and to be happy (71 percent) ranked second and third in importance, far ahead of preparing students to enter the workforce (63 percent) or compete in a global economy (56 percent).

The Eisenhower Fellowships poll surveyed nearly 2,088 respondents ages 18 to 39 in 10 languages, divided equally between men and women, three-quarters of them with an undergraduate or graduate degree and 25 percent lacking a college degree. The poll was conducted from January 21–31, 2020 by SocialSphere, a public opinion research firm in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

The poll results are being announced at a global Eisenhower Fellowships conference this week on the Future of Education, in Cartagena, Colombia, where more than 210 influential leaders and educators from 41 countries are meeting this week to explore the Future of Education, a critical issue in every corner of the planet.

"The results tap into a deep yearning around the world to help students live a happy, less stressful life in an ever-more complex and confusing time," said John Della Volpe, founder and CEO of SocialSphere and director of polling at the Institute of Politics at the Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University.

"In virtually every nation, millennials and post-millennials see quality education as a vital need in their lives, second only to health care. Surprisingly, they value it before job creation, poverty, government corruption, climate change, race relations, gun violence or immigration."

Now in its 66th year and named for America's 34th president, Eisenhower Fellowships brings together innovative leaders from all fields from around the globe who tackle big challenges to better the world around them. Since 1953, more than 2,400 mid-career leaders from 115 countries have benefited from the unique, customized experience of an Eisenhower Fellowship.

Eisenhower Fellowships identifies, empowers and connects innovative leaders through a transformative fellowship experience and lifelong engagement in a global network of dynamic change agents committed to creating a world more peaceful, prosperous and just.



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LOS ANGELES (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020

It is 9:00 pm on Friday, January 24th and the production crew has wrapped up the final day of filming at Brooklyn Children's Museum in New York City. This completes phase one - three months of filming, two cities and three locations. Although exhausted, the production crew is pleased with their work and they have two months before traveling overseas for more.

This film documentary project began in 2005, when Bright Day was formed, and crystallized shortly thereafter when David Krishock, Co-Founder of Bright Day began researching the where and why of better educated youngsters around the globe. At that point Mr. Krishock, a serious advocate of play based learning, decided his story had to be told in order to expedite a revolution in preschool education, a reinvention using the principles of play based learning as a foundation.

"Sorry if this sounds like an alarm bell ringing, but it is, the time is now, educators and parents are key in fueling a broad scale reinvention of early childhood development. Play based learning is quite possibly the best way for a young mind and body to grow," states Krishock. "Our children are far too important to be relegated to an antiquated baby-sitter system. Play is the way forward," he continues.

Bright Day began studying play based learning years ago, and began piecing together their global film project partners to assist in telling this story. These play to learn believers and innovators are located in some of the worlds top countries - partners practicing in Denmark, Japan, South Korea, England, and the United States. In the USA, where filming just wrapped, the project partners include Columbia University Teachers College, and their Hollingworth Preschool, The Brooklyn Children's Museum, and Bay Area Discovery Museum's, The Discovery School, outside San Francisco.

These organizations practice the principles of play based learning - which includes a child focused, child directed approach, employing theme and project based learning. Using themes chosen by children holds their interest and ongoing engagement, allowing for a natural learning process. In employing these methods there are valuable benefits for children including - enhancing communication and collaboration, improving self-expression and creativity, generating curiosity, employing experimentation, questioning and problem solving, building of self-esteem and confidence. The cognitive development resulting from play based learning helps children acquire a better conceptual understanding of math, science, reading, writing, and use of technology, better preparing them for elementary school.

From New York this film crew travels to Asia this spring to work with film project partners in Tokyo, Japan and Seoul, South Korea. This summer the crew heads to Europe, working with two partners in England and Denmark. "Without the support of our partners, without their knowledge and practice of play based learning, we would not have proof that play works best for developing young minds and bodies," says Krishock.

The filming of this documentary will be complete in 2020, and ready for global distribution in 2021. "The sooner we can share our message, and highly engage educators and parents, the sooner we can unite our efforts to reinvent and improve. Bright Day is wholly committed to changing the system of preschool education globally - one preschool at a time," says Krishock

In addition to Bright Day Foundation producing its film documentary, it is completing work on its play based preschool curriculum to be launched in 2020. Also, the Bright Day Big Block cooperative http://www.brightdaybigblocks.com is launching several new learn while you play block products this year. "Our film documentary creates awareness, while our curriculum and blocks create practice - its is our goal to provide play solutions for educators, parents and children from all directions," says Krishock.

But, on this evening, late in January - the production crew is ecstatic over successfully capturing on film hundreds of joyful children at play - and resting up for the international phase of the documentary that promises to change the world - one preschool at a time.

About Bright Day Foundation
Bright Day Foundation is a not for profit, 501(c)(3) charitable organization whose mission is to help educators and parents better understand the importance of play in the development of preschool children. The Foundation accomplishes its goal by creating, producing and distributing instructional content for adults, as well as fun, learning based tools for children. Founded in 2005, the Foundation has helped millions of children build stronger minds and bodies, enabling their positive contribution to our society.

To learn more about Bright Day Foundation visit: http:http://www.brightdayfoundation.org

About Bright Day Big Blocks
Bright Day Big Blocks is a fun, new and unique play system designed to transform children's minds and bodies through creative, child directed play. Bright Day offers big soft play blocks and builds play space environments that peak a child's curiosity, unlocks creativity, inspires collaboration, and builds self-esteem and confidence. These blocks encourage play that builds cognitive, physical, emotional, and social skills important in the development of all children. Bright Day Big Blocks can be found around the world, in schools, playgrounds, libraries, hospitals, airports, restaurants, hotels and resorts, public parks, camps, and almost anywhere you find children playing.

To learn more about Bright Day Big Blocks visit: http://www.brightdaybigblocks.com




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TROY, MICH. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020

A new Industry 4.0 Accelerator program—the first of its kind in the U.S.—is launching in Michigan with the goal to help small and medium-sized technology and manufacturing companies along their digital transformation journeys.

The Industry 4.0 Accelerator program—lead by Automation Alley with support services from Lean Rocket Lab and Lawrence Technological University's Centrepolis Accelerator—is a $2.5 million investment fund made possible through the Michigan Economic Development Corporation with $1.3 million currently available for early-stage companies as well as established firms looking to commercialize products, services or technologies within the Industry 4.0 sector.

Industry 4.0, or the Fourth Industrial Revolution, is known as the convergence of the digital and physical technologies disrupting industry and includes technologies like artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, advanced robotics, 3D printing and digital twin.

"Industry 4.0 is challenging the way businesses operate around the globe. It's no longer a question of whether your company will be affected by the digital transformation but when. We are pleased to partner with Lean Rocket Lab and LTU's Centrepolis on the Industry 4.0 Accelerator program and are looking forward to investing in innovative companies and Michigan's future," said Tom Kelly, executive director and CEO of Automation Alley, a leading technology and manufacturing business association and Industry 4.0 knowledge center based in Troy, Michigan.

"The attraction, development and deployment of the best technologies will help these companies succeed and simultaneously ensure Michigan's continued role as the epicenter of advanced manufacturing," added Brandon Marken, founder and CEO of Lean Rocket Lab, a Jackson, Michigan-based manufacturing and tech-focused startup accelerator and incubator.

Companies involved in the program will receive direct investment and business coaching services to help spur innovation, commercialization and growth. The accelerator is also looking for larger firms and organizations to partner on this effort and support Industry 4.0 adoption for Michigan manufacturers.

Services will be customized to meet the needs of each participating company, including potential pilot and demonstration project funding support with customers and strategic partners, potential connections to product development partnerships with customers and strategic partners, individualized training and mentorship, company growth assessments, technical and business milestone progress planning, strategic plan development, assessing management team and talent needs, investment and fundraising strategy support, potential connections to investors and capital sources, shared workspace opportunities and more.

"There is simply no better location for an Industry 4.0 Accelerator than in the heart of the world's most important advanced manufacturing market—Michigan!" said Dan Radomski, Director, Centrepolis Accelerator.

"The Michigan Economic Development Corporation is proud to support the Industry 4.0 Accelerator program," said Nadia Abunasser, Federal and Development Projects Director for the MEDC. "The addition of this program will ensure high-tech manufacturing startups across Michigan have access to the resources they need to take their projects from ideation to commercialization, solidifying Michigan as a leader in entrepreneurship and innovation while continuing to build on our manufacturing heritage."

For more information or to apply, contact John Bedz, Automation Alley's special programs manager, at bedzj@automationalley.com.

About Automation Alley
Automation Alley is Michigan's Industry 4.0 knowledge center, with a global outlook and a regional focus. Our programs give companies a competitive advantage by helping them along every step of their digital transformation journey. We obsess over disruptive technologies like AI, the Internet of Things and automation, and work hard to make these complex concepts easier for companies to understand and implement. As a nonprofit technology and manufacturing business association, we connect industry, academia and government to fuel Michigan's economy and accelerate innovation. The mission of Automation Alley is to position Michigan as a global leader in Industry 4.0 by helping our members increase revenue, reduce costs and make strategic decisions during a time of rapid technological change. Visit automationalley.com.

About Lean Rocket Lab
The Lean Rocket Lab is a Jackson, Michigan based business incubator and member of the state-wide MEDC SmartZone Business Incubator Ecosystem through an agreement with the Enterprise Group of Jackson County and the Blackman Township SmartZone. The Lab exists to offer entrepreneurial services and provides business validation, incubation and accelerator programming to manufacturing/technology focused startups and support high tech innovation in the State. Visit leanrocketlab.info.

About Centrepolis
The Centrepolis Accelerator at Lawrence Technological University is accelerating the growth of Southeast Michigan's advanced manufacturing, innovative hardware entrepreneurs and small manufacturers by providing access to funding, experts and key business and product development resources. Visit centrepolisaccelerator.com.

About MEDC
MEDC's Entrepreneurship & Innovation initiative establishes Michigan as the place to create and grow a business by providing high-tech startup companies with access to a variety of critical resources, such as funding and expert counsel, from ideation to maturation. For more on MEDC's Entrepreneurship & Innovation visit michiganbusiness.org/entrepreneurship.



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MEMPHIS, TENN. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020

Caissa Public Strategy ("Caissa") has officially added research and data reporting to its public-school service line. Over the last year four years, Caissa has used its roots in political campaigns to work innovatively with traditional public schools in the ever-growing competition for students through recruitment and retention campaigns.

Now, Caissa is expanding their services and offering data surveys for public school districts to use as a baseline against national data. Public school districts are able to utilize these reports to work strategically in their recruitment and retention efforts.

"We are proud to represent the traditional public school," said Brian Stephens, CEO of Caissa. "The districts we work with are doing such an incredible job, and these new reports will only increase their effectiveness in the competition for students."

Caissa, a 12-year public strategy firm, executed its first student recruitment and retention campaign four years ago with Shelby County Schools ("SCS") in Memphis, Tenn. After working with SCS for two years, the district saw a net increase of students for the first time in over a decade.

"After working with SCS, we knew this was a service that districts could utilize all over the country," said Adrian Bond, Director of Community Engagement at Caissa. "We have yet to find another company doing what we are doing for public schools."

For the last few years, Caissa has been running student recruitment and retention campaigns all across the country. With the research component added to their services, Caissa now offers the following options for public school districts:

Recruitment: Campaign to recruit new students to the district.

Retention: Campaign to retain current students that may be susceptible to leaving the district.

Training: Sessions ranging from customer service to dealing with the media all focused on ensuring the district is prepared to compete in today's landscape.

Research: Surveys and reports to understand parent perceptions and trends within the district.

For more information visit werecruitstudents.com.

About Caissa Public Strategy
Caissa Public Strategy, LLC is a strategic communications firm with its headquarters in Memphis, TN and an office in Washington, DC. We serve a broad range of corporations, school districts, small businesses, governments, individuals and nonprofits across the county. Since its founding in 2008, Caissa has represented over 400 clients in over 12 different states. Founding partners, Brian J. Stephens and Paige Walkup, converted the Stephens Group Law Firm, which specialized in corporate affairs, business, and land use law, into Caissa Public Strategy to ensure they had all the tools necessary to effectively represent their clients. For every challenge we take on, we know how to devise the most strategic steps and communications to move you to a win.



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DAYTON, OHIO (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020

O'Neil & Associates (ONEIL), an employee-owned company that develops technical publications, training, and related product support materials, today announced that it has become a member of Certified Employee-Owned (Certified EO), a new certification program for employee-owned companies.

To become a member of Certified EO, companies must pass a rigorous certification process and prove significant and broad-based employee ownership (at least 30 percent owned by an ownership plan).

"Because employee ownership is at the very heart of ONEIL, this achievement is a huge company milestone," said Hernan Olivas, president and chief executive officer for ONEIL. "Earning this certification is an opportunity to further declare the benefits of employee ownership – every employee fully invested in the quality of our products, the excellence of our service and the success of our company."

ONEIL set out to become employee-owned in 2004 offering a 1 percent ownership when former owner John Staten gave employees the opportunity to purchase his shares and acquire the business. With a vision of securing the company's future and keeping ONEIL locally owned and operated, the product support company implemented a plan to move toward a 100 percent Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). With succession planning being a common challenge for businesses, Staten saw the ESOP structure as both socially responsible and as the most effective means of transitioning ownership to all employees. With historically low interest rates, a good future outlook for the general economy and a strong business environment, it was the ideal time to transition. ONEIL became 100 percent employee owned in March 2015.

ESOP employees earn 5 to 12 percent more than their peers in non-ESOP companies, have greater retirement benefits and enjoy the security of working for a company with a higher retention rate and more stability during economic hardship. ONEIL employees enjoy working alongside other highly motivated, engaged teammates – as well as the opportunity to boost the economy and serve their neighbors with the wealth they build together. In fact, ONEIL employees gave nearly $10,000 back to the Miamisburg community in 2019 alone.

Employee ownership is perhaps the best-kept secret of our economy. It strengthens communities, fosters a financially savvy workforce, increases resiliency during recessions, and offers big benefits during economic booms. It is a sound choice economically, with several tax and financial incentives to its name. It also empowers employees to think and act like owners, which results in an engaged workforce, happy customers and sustainable financial success that in turn benefits the community.

"I've worked in a variety of business structures throughout my career, and there's something empowering about working as an employee-owner," says Mike Ellis, technology business manager for ONEIL. "There's more pride, more attention to detail, more engagement and more collaborative problem-solving across the board. It's an intentionally team-oriented environment that employees at every level can support with their own unique skills and abilities – and I'm proud to be part of it."

To learn more about Certified EO, visit http://www.certifiedeo.com.

About O'Neil & Associates, Inc.
O'Neil & Associates, Inc. (ONEIL) is an employee-owned company that develops technical publications, training and related materials for manufacturers to help them show their customers how to operate, maintain and repair their products. In addition to providing services for developing these materials, ONEIL offers related technology solutions for creating, managing and delivering their client's technical information. ONEIL serves clients in the commercial, aerospace and government markets with offerings like Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs), Web-Based Environments, Intrusive Diagnostic Systems, e-Learning, training, Content Management Systems and traditional paper manuals.

For more information about ONEIL products and services, visit http://www.oneil.com.



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LAS VEGAS (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020

R3 Medical Training announced today that all registered providers that sign up for a stem cell training course in 2020 can bring an administrator for free. The courses include considerable didactic presentations which will be very helpful for growing a practice's regenerative program.

The hands on stem cell training courses include the Comprehensive course and also the Regenerative Aesthetics course. Both are two days and offer up to twenty hours of Category 1 CME Credits. Both courses are hands on with real patients and real biologics, making the experience immersive and providing a memorable skill set.

Along with learning procedure techniques and patient decision making knowledge, there are presentations on sales and marketing that are extremely useful for growing a regenerative practice.

For a practice administrator, the presentations on marketing and biologic basics will be very helpful for a practice's patient acquisition along with helping to convert patient leads into procedures.

According to R3 Medical Training CEO David Greene, MD, MBA, "The courses offer knowledge and procedure techniques that are immediately useful in practice and not theoretical. Whether you are just getting started in regenerative procedures or want to perfect your technique, these courses are the best ones in existence!"

For 2020, the upcoming courses are scheduled for March 11-14th at the Westin Lake Las Vegas. R3 Medical Training also rents out a full surgery center for the procedure training, where real patients come in who have real ailments.

The Regenerative Aesthetics Training Course is March 11-12, while the Comprehensive Stem Cell Course will be March 13-14. Amazingly the regenerative aesthetics course also includes PDO Thread Lifting Certification, which is an up and coming aesthetics procedure that works very well as a nonoperative skin tightening option.

In order to bring a free administrator, providers should visit the registration page here: https://stemcelltrainingcourse.org/registration/ or simply call (888) 998-6343 asap as spots are limited.




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KALAMAZOO, MICH. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020

In an effort to strengthen the relationships between law enforcement and communities of color, Kalamazoo Valley Community College's Police Officer Training Academy is offering a unique training program, Expanding our Horizons: A Cultural Awareness Experience to cadets in the 89th academy. The training takes place at the college's Law Enforcement Training Center, 7107 Elm Valley Drive in Kalamazoo, on Friday, Feb. 14 from 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Kalamazoo Valley is the only police academy in the state to offer this type of training.

"The world is seriously divided," Director of Kalamazoo Valley's Law Enforcement Training Center Victor Ledbetter said. "This training creates a safe space where people of color, community members and cadets can have open dialogue together."

During the day-long exercise, the 17 cadets who make up the 16-week academy are divided up into six Racial Healing Circles with members of the local community. The cadets include one white female, one Native American female, one African American male, one Asian male and 13 white men. The 80 diverse community members - including professionals and those who had their own run-ins with law enforcement - range in age from 19 to 77.

The circles focus on listening and being open to others' perspectives and experiences based on talking points initiated by practitioners from Truth, Racial Healing & Transformation (THRT) Kalamazoo, a comprehensive, national and community-based process that focuses on advancing racial equity and racial healing in the United States.

Following the healing circles, everyone participates in a history lesson that focuses on how communities were shaped throughout the nation - in facilitation partnership with Bronson Community Health, Equity and Inclusion staff - that examine events, laws and policies, from an equity perspective.

Ledbetter added the training program, developed by retired Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety Captain Stacey Randolph, to the academy when he took over the program in 2018.

"The experience has been so powerful," Ledbetter said "People's eyes have really been opened to the need to treat people with dignity, respect and empathy."

The training is now a permanent part of the academy curriculum.

"As a black man with more than 25 years of experience working in law enforcement, I am in a unique position because I see issues from both sides – as a black man and as an officer," he said. "I want to ensure that Kalamazoo Valley cadets have a well-rounded understanding of humanity when they are working in the field. When done properly, there is a nobility and honor in protecting and serving as a police officer.

KALAMAZOO, MICH. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020

In an effort to strengthen the relationships between law enforcement and communities of color, Kalamazoo Valley Community College's Police Officer Training Academy is offering a unique training program, Expanding our Horizons: A Cultural Awareness Experience to cadets in the 89th academy. The training takes place at the college's Law Enforcement Training Center, 7107 Elm Valley Drive in Kalamazoo, on Friday, Feb. 14 from 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Kalamazoo Valley is the only police academy in the state to offer this type of training.

"The world is seriously divided," Director of Kalamazoo Valley's Law Enforcement Training Center Victor Ledbetter said. "This training creates a safe space where people of color, community members and cadets can have open dialogue together."

During the day-long exercise, the 17 cadets who make up the 16-week academy are divided up into six Racial Healing Circles with members of the local community. The cadets include one white female, one Native American female, one African American male, one Asian male and 13 white men. The 80 diverse community members - including professionals and those who had their own run-ins with law enforcement - range in age from 19 to 77.

The circles focus on listening and being open to others' perspectives and experiences based on talking points initiated by practitioners from Truth, Racial Healing & Transformation (THRT) Kalamazoo, a comprehensive, national and community-based process that focuses on advancing racial equity and racial healing in the United States.

Following the healing circles, everyone participates in a history lesson that focuses on how communities were shaped throughout the nation - in facilitation partnership with Bronson Community Health, Equity and Inclusion staff - that examine events, laws and policies, from an equity perspective.

Ledbetter added the training program, developed by retired Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety Captain Stacey Randolph, to the academy when he took over the program in 2018.

"The experience has been so powerful," Ledbetter said "People's eyes have really been opened to the need to treat people with dignity, respect and empathy."

The training is now a permanent part of the academy curriculum.

"As a black man with more than 25 years of experience working in law enforcement, I am in a unique position because I see issues from both sides – as a black man and as an officer," he said. "I want to ensure that Kalamazoo Valley cadets have a well-rounded understanding of humanity when they are working in the field. When done properly, there is a nobility and honor in protecting and serving as a police officer.



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IRVING, TEXAS (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020

As Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) celebrates our 40th Anniversary this year, we are honored to announce Heather Geronemus of Fort Lauderdale as the new chair of the Board, and Don Egdorf of Houston as vice chair. Four new members also join the National Board of Directors.

The new leaders and members:

Heather Geronemus, chair of the board: Heather is an award-winning community leader and communications professional who joined MADD after losing her father, Dr. Robert Geronemus, in a drunk driving crash in 2009. Heather established the Annual Walk Like MADD & MADD Dash Fort Lauderdale in 2011 and has since then continually chaired the event. The walk has raised more than $2 million to date. Heather has been recognized by MADD and outside organizations on both a local and national level for her work with MADD and other charitable organizations. She is employed by Ultimate Software in Fort Lauderdale, where she serves as Director of Public Relations & Corporate Social Responsibility.

Don Egdorf, vice chair of the board: Don is a Houston police officer who specializes in drunk driving enforcement. He is a Standardized Field Sobriety Test (SFST) and Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) instructor who travels across the country to speak about fatal crash cases, and investigative techniques he has acquired through his years of experience. While Don was in high school, his father, who also was a law enforcement officer, was hit by a drunk driver while on duty. Don's father survived, and the experience inspired Don to join the law enforcement community. Throughout his own career, Don has been involved in five DWI-related crashes and investigated many DWI-related, line-of-duty deaths. Don has volunteered with MADD for many years and serves on the MADD Southeast Texas Advisory Board.

Nathaniel "Nat" Beuse: Nat is the Head of Safety for Self-Driving in Uber's Advanced Technologies Group and he was formerly an Associate Administrator for Vehicle Safety Research at the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). He brings a unique understanding of federal policy and how policy relates to broad public acceptance of new technology, such as self-driving. His connection to the MADD mission stems from a drunk driving crash that significantly impacted his family.

Matthew Bretz: Matthew is a personal injury attorney in Kansas who has seen the devastation caused by drunk drivers in the numerous cases he has handled over the years. He has served on the boards of the United Way and the Red Cross and TECH for over 10 years and has a passion for helping the community by volunteering for local and national non-profits. He is motivated by the devastation and loss which he has seen his clients experience at the hands of drunk and drugged drivers, and is dedicated to preventing further loss of life and to holding drunk and drugged drivers accountable for their actions.

Erica Linn: Erica has an extensive background in media sales and marketing in the New York City area. Erica has served on the MADD New York Board of Directors and has been a vocal advocate for MADD in New York. She is a stage actress and singer and started an annual benefit concert in New York for MADD that she has produced and performed in since 2018. Erica lost both her parents in a drunk driving crash on October 28, 2016, which drives her passion for MADD's mission.

Andrew Robinson: Andrew is currently the Chief Human Resources Officer at CKE Restaurant Holdings and most recently held the same position at Starr Restaurant and TGI Fridays. He has three decades of senior leadership experience in the restaurant and retail industry as a strategic business leader driving corporate core mission and values. His connection to the MADD mission is due to his sister-in-law's untimely death in a crash that was caused by a drunk driver in 2017.

About Mothers Against Drunk Driving
Founded in 1980 by a mother whose daughter was killed by a drunk driver, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) is the nation's largest nonprofit working to end drunk driving, help fight drugged driving, support the victims of these violent crimes and prevent underage drinking. MADD has helped to save more than 390,000 lives, reduce drunk driving deaths by more than 50 percent and promote designating a non-drinking driver. MADD's Campaign to Eliminate Drunk Driving calls for law enforcement support, ignition interlocks for all offenders and advanced vehicle technology. MADD has provided supportive services to nearly one million drunk and drugged driving victims and survivors at no charge through local victim advocates and the 24-Hour Victim Help Line 1-877-MADD-HELP. Visit http://www.madd.org or call 1-877-ASK-MADD.



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MANHATTAN BEACH, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020

Traliant, an innovator in online sexual harassment training, today announced a new course, HR Compliance Essentials for Managers. The interactive training provides supervisors with a basic understanding of the legal requirements that apply to their day-to-day activities, such as interviewing and hiring, handling wage and hour issues, responding to harassment complaints and requests for family leave.

For more information, please visit: HR Compliance Essentials for Managers

"By focusing on key employment laws that govern supervisors' responsibilities, HR Compliance Essentials for Managers can strengthen any organization's onboarding process and help ensure a culture of ethics and compliance," said Mike Pallatta, Traliant CEO and Co-Founder.

Online Compliance Essentials for Managers Training
HR Compliance Essentials for Managers is a 25-minute training course for managers who need a basic understanding of key workplace laws related to their job responsibilities. Topics are presented in a modern, interactive format comprising six episodes covering Interviewing and Hiring, Wage and Hour Laws, Preventing Retaliation, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Handling Harassment Complaints and Reasonable Accommodations.

About Traliant
Traliant was founded by industry veterans from some of the world's most successful compliance training companies to meet the challenge of transforming compliance training from boring to brilliant. Backed by Martinson Ventures, Traliant delivers award-winning, bite-sized compliance training on an eLearning platform that enables fast and easy customization. Courses are available on numerous workplace topics including Diversity Training and Sensitivity Training. For more information, visit: http://www.traliant.com.



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CARY, N.C. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020

For most organizations running Windows 7, the lack of application compatibility is a primary roadblock preventing them from adopting Windows 10. While the end-of-service (EOS) date for Windows 7 was January 14, 2020, it is reported that 28 percent of all Windows PCs are still running Windows 7. For organizations seeking a path to migration from Windows 7 to Windows 10 without losing access to the critical Windows 7 applications their business relies upon, Cameyo and Softwatch have teamed up to offer organizations an application compatibility checklist and assessments of their environments to help ease the transition.

The Windows 7 Application Migration Program provides organizations the educational resources needed to guide them through their options when it comes to Windows 7 migration. Regardless of what mix of platforms a company is considering migrating to - Windows 10, Windows Virtual Desktop (WVD), Chrome, MacOS, or Linux - the Windows 7 Application Migration Program provides the following tools to make the migration simple:

Windows 7 Application Compatibility Checklist - A simple 9-point checklist to help navigate and identify the core issues an organization needs to consider to properly prepare for a migration. Organizations can download the checklist here.

Free App Compatibility Assessment by Cameyo - A focused assessment provided by Cameyo to walk through each organization's responses to the checklist, resulting in a specific plan of action for addressing their application compatibility issues. Organizations can schedule their free assessment here.

Real Application Usage Service by SoftWatch - A data collection service that provides a comprehensive view of an organization's application usage, enabling resource management and optimization accordingly. Organizations can schedule a demo here.

Free Trial of Cameyo's Virtual Application Delivery Platform - Organizations looking to deliver legacy Windows applications to any device from the browser can access a free trial of Cameyo's virtual application delivery platform. Begin your free trial here today, and select the "Windows 7 Migration" option from the dropdown list to be eligible for special discounts.

Migration Discounts - Organizations looking to migrate will receive a 20% discount on Cameyo and Softwatch solutions through the end of March 2020.

"Many organizations today still rely on at least two to three legacy Windows 7 applications that are not yet compatible with Windows 10, putting them in the unenviable position of deciding between signing up for expensive Extended Security Updates (ESUs) or disrupting their business by losing access to critical apps," said Andrew Miller, Co-Founder and CEO of Cameyo. "With Cameyo's virtual application delivery platform, you can easily migrate to Windows 10 (or any other operating system of choice) and provide access to all of your Windows 7 apps on any device, from the browser. We're here to help streamline your Windows 7 migration plan."

"When planning your Windows 7 migration, it's critical that you have an accurate picture of which applications are not compatible with Windows 10, and how many people in your organization are actually still using those applications," said Dror Leshem, CEO of Softwatch. "Softwatch maps and measures your organization's real app usage to help provide a clear roadmap to cloud migration."

About SoftWatch
SoftWatch is a leader in application usage analytics. With its patented SaaS solution, it enables enterprises to effectively manage the transition of business applications to the cloud, optimize their hybrid cloud environment and improve software ROI. To learn more on SoftWatch tools visit http://www.softwatch.com or directly visit the OptimizeIT Premium
webpage.

About Cameyo
Cameyo is a cloud-native virtual application delivery platform that enables the secure delivery of Windows desktop applications to any device from any browser. As organizations pursue Digital Transformation, they hit a common roadblock during their shift to the cloud - the inability to deliver their legacy Windows applications from the cloud. Cameyo solves this issue by providing everyone with seamless access to their Windows apps on any device, from any HTML5 browser. Hundreds of enterprises and organizations utilize Cameyo's virtual application delivery platform to deliver Windows applications to tens of thousands of users worldwide. To learn more, visit cameyo.com.



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ATLANTA (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020

LEO Learning and Watershed's fourth annual 'Measuring the Business Impact of Learning' survey reveals that 90% of L&D professionals want to measure the business impact of learning programs. In a context where there's been a decline in executive pressure to measure L&D programs against business KPIs, L&D's efforts have been left vulnerable and undervalued by their wider organizations.

"L&D and the wider business are too often disconnected," said Piers Lea, Chief Strategy Officer at Learning Technologies Group, LEO Learning and Watershed's parent company. Lea highlighted the divide between L&D's will to measure, and the observation that 37% of professionals do not agree that there is executive pressure to measure.

Lea added: "We risk leaving leaders unaware of the effectiveness of learning programs, and the worthiness of the budgets that support them. Correcting this needs to be a priority."

During the last four years, more than 1,300 L&D professionals have expressed their views and experiences about the effort to measure the business impact of learning in their organizations. Responses to this year's survey came from a wide range of global organizations—including Apple, Deloitte, G4S, Hitachi Rail, Jaguar Land Rover, PwC, the Royal College of Surgeons, Shell, Verizon, and Xerox.

Key findings in this year's report include:

91% of respondents agree or strongly agree that big data has a significant impact on their organization.

90% believe it is possible to demonstrate learning's impact.

53% of L&D departments remain subject to either no measurement or only basic measurement.

In addition to covering a 10-step plan to build a measurement strategy that secures buy-in from executives, the report also includes real-world examples of organizations addressing critical issues identified in the data. Furthermore, it identifies collaboration with and between vendors as an important priority in a call to arms for L&D to align with other departments.

"Executing measurement strategies is intimidating, however collaboration with internal and external stakeholders can really reduce that anxiety," said Tim Dickinson, Watershed's Director of Strategy. "That's why it's important to develop alliances with colleagues and vendors who can help you gain access to data and build on any existing initiatives."

LEO Learning and Watershed are launching the survey results at the Learning Technologies 2020 show and conference in London on 12 and 13 February. Visit stand J10 to find out more.

To access the full 2020 Measuring the Business Impact of Learning results report, please click here.

About LEO Learning
LEO Learning believes that technology-enabled learning innovation has the power to deliver transformational results. Our purpose is to help clients deploy learning technology to deliver outcomes precisely aligned to their business goals. Backed by more than 30 years of experience, we design engaging learning architectures that fit seamlessly into businesses and improve performance throughout the entire organization.

LEO Learning has the deep understanding of learning design and technology, and pioneering creative approach, necessary to drive learning transformation.

LEO Learning's expanding global customer base includes organizations such as the NHS, Civil Service Learning, Jaguar Land Rover, Visa, Volvo, Suncorp, Fidelity, Virgin Atlantic, Novartis, Godiva, Volkswagen, Dunhill, KPMG, Roche, and Mars.

LEO Learning is part of Learning Technologies Group plc's award-winning group of specialist learning technology businesses.

For more, visit leolearning.com.

About Watershed
Founded in Nashville, Tenn., in 2016, Watershed is dedicated to changing the world of learning by helping corporate L&D departments get more from their initiatives. This includes a customizable SaaS-based learning analytics platform that assesses the impact and effectiveness of corporate learning programs and helps maximize investments in learning.

Made possible by xAPI, Watershed enables users to explore their learning data in one place and measure how L&D programs impact their organizations. Since its founding, this young, high-growth organization has developed a portfolio of Fortune 500 global clients—such as Visa, Verizon, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Caterpillar, and more.

Watershed is part of Learning Technologies Group plc's award-winning group of specialist learning technology businesses.

To learn more, visit watershedLRS.com.



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HOUSTON (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020

The Houston Museum of Natural Science was recently designated a Certified Autism Center, which is awarded by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) to organizations committed to serving individuals with autism and other sensory needs through a formal certification process. The certification requires at least 80% of guest-facing staff complete evidence-based training, including more in-depth training and certification for managers and education staff, as well as an onsite review which will allow the Museum to provide sensory guides for all exhibits as well as enhance other aspects of the museum experience for guests with sensory sensitivities.

"The Houston Museum of Natural Science is thrilled to receive the status of Certified Autism Center through IBCCES. Access to science and the arts is so important for everyone, and we are proud to have gone through staff training and evaluations in order to better serve people with autism and sensory sensitivities. We are excited to continue moving forward in an inclusive direction and hope to offer more resources, staff training, and programming that will provide a welcoming environment for all at HMNS," said Matti Hammett, Accessibility Programs Manager.

For almost 20 years, IBCCES has been the industry leader in cognitive disorder and autism certification for healthcare, education and corporate professionals around the globe. IBCCES recognized that many families with children who have special needs have limited travel and recreation options. In response to this need, IBCCES created training and certification programs specifically for the hospitality and travel industry. While many destinations tout "autism-friendly" options, this phrase means something different to everyone and does not necessarily indicate a true understanding or commitment to serving these guests.

"Part of the Houston Museum of Natural Science's mission is to enhance in individuals the knowledge of and delight in natural science and related subjects, and what better way to accomplish that than to foster a welcoming and accessible environment for all audiences to enjoy our exhibitions. I am proud to be a part of an organization that is dedicated to making access and inclusion a priority and know that we're only moving forward from here," said Joel Bartsch, Houston Museum of Natural Science President.

More families and individuals are seeking out destinations and organizations that have completed a certification program through an accredited source. IBCCES is the only credentialing organization providing this type of certification, which includes evidence-based information as well as the perspectives of individuals with autism, alongside other tools and resources such as onsite reviews and customized recommendations to ensure the program is a long-term commitment and has a lasting impact.

"The team at the Houston Museum of Natural Science is very dedicated to this process and we're proud to work with an organization that is committed to long-term changes and provides such a valuable resource to the Houston community and its visitors," said Myron Pincomb, IBCCES Board Chairman.

IBCCES also created AutismTravel.com, a free online resource for parents that lists certified destinations and connects families to other resources and each other. Each destination listed on the site has met Certified Autism Center (CAC) requirements.

About Houston Museum of Natural Science
One of the nation's most heavily attended museums-is a centerpiece of the Houston Museum district. With four floors of permanent exhibit halls, and the Wortham giant screen theatre, Cockrell butterfly center, Burke Baker planetarium, and George observatory, and as host to world-class and ever-changing touring exhibitions, the museum has something to delight every age group. With such diverse and extraordinary offerings, a trip to the Houston museum of natural science, located at 5555 Hermann Park Drive in the heart of the museum district, is always an adventure.

About IBCCES
Delivering The Global Standard For Training and Certification in The Field of Cognitive Disorders – IBCCES provides a series of certifications that empower professionals to be leaders in their field and improve the outcomes for the individuals they serve. These programs are the only training and certification programs endorsed by the largest grassroots autism organization in the world, The Autism Society of America, and recognized around the world as the leading benchmark for training and certification in the areas of autism and other cognitive disorders.



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LONDON (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020

The Founder & CEO of Creative Virtual, a world leader in customer and employee engagement solutions, discusses leading the company and being a global player in the chatbot, virtual agent and live chat industry in a recent episode of The Leaders Council podcast. The Leaders Council of Great Britain and Northern Ireland is talking with leadership figures from across the nation, including Creative Virtual's Chris Ezekiel, as part of their new podcast.

Chris was invited to an episode of the podcast, which also includes an interview with Sir Geoff Hurst. Host Matthew O'Neill asked both guests a series of questions about leadership and the role it has played in their careers to date. In the episode, Chris touches on the importance of having a healthy body and mind as a leader and being able to motivate people and make difficult decisions when needed to move the company forward.

"It was a pleasure to be a part of The Leaders Council podcast with Sir Geoff Hurst," says Chris. "Growing a profitable company requires strong leadership, conviction in your vision for the company and employing good people who bring a different perspective from your own to the business. I'm proud of the Creative Virtual team and the work we've done together to build a successful company in a very competitive marketplace over the last sixteen years."

"I think the most informative element of each episode is the first part, where Matthew O'Neill is able to sit down with someone who really gets how the industry works and knows how to make their organisation tick," says Lord Blunkett, chairman of The Leaders Council of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. "Someone who's there day in day out working hard and inspiring others. That's what leadership is all about."

The full podcast episode is available on both YouTube and Spotify.

More information about Creative Virtual and the company's award-winning chatbot, virtual agent and live chat solutions is available on the Creative Virtual website.

ABOUT CREATIVE VIRTUAL

Creative Virtual, winner of the Queen's Awards for Enterprise: Innovation 2017 and Frost & Sullivan's 2019 AI-Enhance Customer Self-Service Product Leadership Award, is a world leader in self-service solutions that enable anywhere, anytime customer engagement between brands and their customers. Leading global organisations including Lloyds Banking Group, BT, HSBC, Chase and InterContinental Hotels Group rely on our award-winning V-Person technology to improve their customer support experience, increase sales, reduce costs and build brand loyalty.

Backed by an experienced, expert team as well as an extensive partner network, our innovative virtual agent, live chat, knowledge management and business intelligence platform empower organisations to provide customers with consistent, accurate, personalised and seamless omnichannel engagement across web, mobile, social, SMS, contact centre, service desk, live chat and IVR channels. Delivering significant contact deflection and reductions in average call handling times, as well as increased first contact resolution, together with powerful customer analytics and outcome tracking, the V-Person Smart Help platform is the most compelling self-service product in the world today.

Creative Virtual is headquartered in the United Kingdom with operations in the United States, Australia, New Zealand, India, Singapore and Hong Kong. For more information about Creative Virtual and V-Person technology, please visit our website at https://www.creativevirtual.com.




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DURHAM, N.C. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020

MetaMetrics, developer of the Lexile Framework for Reading, today announced a new partnership with Richmond Publishing, an international publisher committed to providing unique, quality learning tools to support young English language learners and their teachers. MetaMetrics created developmental reading assessments for Richmond's COMPASS Reading Log program, leveraging Lexile reading and text measures to align students with ability-appropriate reading materials and track growth as their abilities increase.

COMPASS is a language arts program, created specially for use in countries where English is not the official language. Its modular and flexible organization of components offers teachers and students a distinct language learning experience that increases students' cultural awareness and fosters the development of thinking skills. COMPASS presents a unique blend of ESL and EFL methodologies and complies with the highest requirements of international standards.

Lexile measures provide a scientific approach for matching students with ability-appropriate texts. Lexile student measures help differentiate instruction and monitor growth in reading, putting students on the path to success in school and beyond. Texts are also measured on the Lexile scale. In this way, each student can find books that are at an ideal level of challenge.

"Thousands of young learners around the world are building English language skills with our COMPASS program," said Justyna Anna Piekarowicz, Richmond's publishing director for Latin America. "Now by reporting Lexile reading measures, our flagship language arts program will become an even more powerful tool for helping ESL students develop a high level of English language proficiency."

The Lexile Reading Tests, the first of their kind in an English language learning program, accompany the COMPASS Reading Log. COMPASS Reading Tests will support students to reach their short and long-term academic goals and to become efficient, lifelong readers. Teachers will be able to track their students' progress as well as provide relevant and focused reading support to all students, regardless of their reading level. Schools will be able to provide objective proof of the effectiveness of their reading program. They will also be in a position to show proven commitment to developing reading throughout students' formative years.

COMPASS Reading Tests consist of three easily-administered Lexile Measure Tests. They are taken online, via the COMPASS platform, during the school year—one at the beginning, the second halfway through the school year and the third at the end. After each test, students will receive a personalized report detailing their latest Lexile score, their measured reading growth and a link to suggested reading material for their current Lexile level.

"By collaborating with Richmond Publishing to create the Reading Tests, we are helping them to provide teachers with the ability to match students to text and track English language skill growth," said Malbert Smith, CEO and co-founder, MetaMetrics. "It's exciting to have students who learn with Richmond Publishing's COMPASS program join the tens of millions of other students from around the world who use Lexile measures to build strong English language skills."

About Richmond Publishing
Richmond contributes to excellence in English language teaching worldwide through the publication of high-quality, innovative, student- and teacher-friendly materials and through a permanent focus on customer satisfaction.

Richmond is part of Santillana, the leading educational publishing group in the Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking world.

About MetaMetrics
MetaMetrics is an award-winning education technology organization that offers the only scientifically valid, universal scales for measuring reading and listening (Lexile) and math (Quantile) with plans to develop measures for oral reading fluency and writing. The Lexile and Quantile Frameworks measure student ability and the complexity of the content they encounter. Lexile and Quantile measures and related technologies link assessment to instruction and provide next steps for students of all ages and abilities. The measures also provide valuable insights about students' potential for growth. MetaMetrics' measures, products and services are licensed to dozens of education product companies to help achieve that growth. For 35 years, MetaMetrics' work has been increasingly recognized for its research-based approach to improving learning. For more information, visit metametricsinc.com.



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NEW YORK (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020

Today Optimum Partners DWC LLC, Forbes and Radical Security announced the "Incident Management & Cybersecurity in the New Decade" event, taking place February 25, 2020, in NYC. This invite-only cybersecurity event will cover topics such as how to stay on task on protecting the organization during a crisis, as well as endpoint security in the age of remote workers and telecommuters.

Cyber-attacks are becoming more sophisticated - presenting increasing challenges in accurately detecting intrusions. Failure to prevent the intrusions could degrade the credibility of security services, such as confidentiality, integrity and availability.

This event is organized by leading IT Services provider Optimum Partners DWC LLC in association with Forbes and cybersecurity firm Radical Security and includes panels composed by industry leaders.

"It is a privilege to be part of such a knowledgeable group of leaders coming together to share critical insights on cybersecurity and tech topics," said Marco Gorin, Co-Founder and CEO at Optimum Partners DWC LLC. "As a business we are focused on our growth, as well as the progress of our industry. Optimum Partners have come a long way in providing Jordanian tech talent to clients around the world and this event will continue on our trajectory to success."

"Forbes is a trusted voice on cybersecurity, covering topics related to privacy, data, IT and security," said Vadim Supitskiy, CTO at Forbes. "Going into the new decade, it is critical for tech leaders to stay ahead of the growing threats and evolving cybersecurity ecosystem. By convening this event, we're arming top tech leaders with information on how to best prevent and respond to threats, and protect their organizations."

Paul Poh, Founder at Radical Security, stated: "Today's cyber-criminals are businesses with a support structure, organizational processes and a motivation to enrich themselves at your expense. Being prepared to detect, thwart and react to a cyber-attack means understanding your adversary's techniques and building your walls high-enough to deter a cyber-breach."

About Optimum Partners DWC LLC
Optimum Partners DWC LLC is a leader in the provision of software engineering teams augmentation identifying, developing and deploying talent to closely integrate with clients teams in the USA, Canada, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Optimum Partners is deeply entrenched and contributing to the growth of innovative companies like Forbes Media, Hearst, Allergan, Diane von Furstenberg, and The South China Morning Post as well as a variety of really progressive and exciting startups and small/medium-sized companies.

About Forbes
The defining voice of entrepreneurial capitalism, Forbes champions success by celebrating those who have made it, and those who aspire to make it. Forbes convenes and curates the most influential leaders and entrepreneurs who are driving change, transforming business and making a significant impact on the world. The Forbes brand today reaches more than 120 million people worldwide through its trusted journalism, signature LIVE events, custom marketing programs and 40 licensed local editions in 70 countries. Forbes Media's brand extensions include real estate, education and financial services license agreements. For more information, visit the Forbes News Hub or Forbes Connect.

About Radical Security
Radical Security provides penetration testing services which are designed to solve real-world security problems and improve the security posture of any organization.
A concentration on purely offensive security with a small team of seasoned security experts using the same level of adaptability, creativity, and stealth as a malicious attacker, distinguishes Radical Security from other security service organizations. A Radical Security analyst is an offensive security professional who is motivated by a desire and challenge to develop new penetration technologies including exploits, implants, and evasion techniques.




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DETROIT (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020

Poppersworld, Inc. is excited to announce the new Poppers basketball net that can be easily personalized to display a favorite celebrity, a memorial to a beloved player, a local neighborhood or community team, a high school or college alma mater, and even serve as a coveted collectors' item or cherished memorabilia. Poppersworld, Inc. proudly selected Stahls' to use their hotronix technology to produce high-quality images for Poppers basketball nets because of their strong foundation of innovative heat printing products and services.

Poppers is a revolutionary basketball net that enhances the sight, sound, and mental components of the game. Poppers, a patented product, is sure to net extra excitement for basketball fans of all ages because of its remarkable popping sound each time the player shoots and scores, coming into contact with our unique leather strips securely attached at the bottom of the net. The Poppers basketball net can be used as a training tool. Poppers is a visual aid which can assist players of all skill levels in focusing on repeatedly shooting the ball through the net. Boys and girls, women and men can use this product to better perfect their basketball shot.

This specialized piece of equipment allows for full display of facial images of NBA and/or WNBA athletes, a local player, or even the gift of your child's image or team. In addition, team colors, jersey numbers and signatures can be used to enhance, excite and further personalize this unique product. In fact, current players have already inquired how to play to fans using Poppers to highlight their images, jerseys and signatures. Poppersworld Inc., is proud to announce the Poppers basketball net which features Rick Mahorn NBA Basketball Champion of the Detroit Pistons Known during that period as one of the "Bad Boys".

Incorporating logos for any collegiate team boasts another specialized feature Poppersworld Inc., is pleased to offer. The Collegiate Licensing Company (CLC) has granted the company a proprietary license to create this revolutionary basketball net featuring colleges and universities teams' colors and logos for fans and alumni of their favorite schools.

The Poppers net, featuring a collegiate theme, is an all-around fun product that embodies school spirit and helps invoke pride and inclusivity to the many fans and supporters rooting on their beloved school now, and for future students who will carry on their families' collegiate legacies. Players from other countries are certain to enjoy adding their country flag with their image, jersey and signature to our Poppers net, as we approach International Basketball Competitions.

Poppers basketball net can be used as a training tool as well. Boys and girls, women and men can use this product to better perfect their basketball shot. Poppers have made their debut in gyms and recreation centers around the world much to the delight of young amateur players, as well as many pros. As a result, players at all levels will enjoy the game. Our number one priority is to encourage youth to become mentally, physically, an emotionally strong so they may grow to realize their dreams.

Pop!Pop!Pop! Let 'em Hear it!

Poppersworld Inc., headquartered in Detroit, Michigan, was created to manufacture Poppers basketball net and other basketball related products.

Poppersworld is proud to support organizations such as, A.L.E.R.T. (Athletes Learning Educational Resources Training, National PAL (Police Athletic League) and The Saint Detroit, Sam Washington Foundation Boys & Girls Clubs of America, Midwest Athletics, and the Detroit Parks and Recreation Department Holcombe Rucker Park. Poppersworld looks forward to supporting other Charities such as Chicago Scholars and After School Matters, as well. For product information contact Poppersworld Inc., Vice President of Marketing, Bob Friedman at Bob@poppersworld.com or visit http://www.poppersworld.com/

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GRAND RAPIDS, MICH. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020

Pro Imaging CONNECT, the new executive conference for the photo/imaging industry, has announced the first major speakers at its conference March 21-22, 2020, at Horseshoe Bay Resort in Austin, Texas.

"Pro Imaging CONNECT brings together executives from different segments of the photo/imaging industry to share ideas and to build relationships," says Toren Prawdzik, conference organizer, and president, Photo EVO. "Digital technology is breaking down the barriers between amateur photography, the professional photography and graphic arts markets. PI CONNECT unites these industry interests for the future."

"The first Pro Imaging CONNECT was a good start to building a strong network among personalized photo companies, printers, and the graphic-arts world," says Andrew Laffoon, founder, Mixbook. "I look forward to seeing it grow to a premier meeting place for our industry!"

Pro Imaging CONNECT will kick off Saturday, March 21, at 1 p.m., with a presentation by Alan Bullock, associate director, Keypoint Intelligence-InfoTrends, with the educational program, "A Snapshot of the US Photo Printing & Imaging Market"; the session is sponsored by Mediaclip.

The session will provide an overview of photo/imaging trends that Keypoint Intelligence - InfoTrends is seeing in several annual U.S. end-user surveys. Attendees will learn how consumers are using the images they are taking and ultimately how they are printing and producing photo products with them. Bullock will talk about the who, what, when, where, and why behind the print and photo merchandise markets – specifically focusing on books, cards, and wall décor products, including the triggers that lead consumers to order print products. He will also touch on the retail photo landscape as well as the print habits of professional photographers.

The international world of photo imaging

Speaking next will be leading international photo/imaging researcher, Don Franz, presenting, "The International World of Photo Imaging." In this presentation, Franz will explore how social media and the internet have driven photo/imaging sharing and output around the world, both for consumers and professionals. He will also consider the reviving interest in film photography by both consumers and professionals. The former distinction between graphic arts and photography production facilities for output has blurred, and he will look at the impact of this evolution on the traditional photofinishing industry.

Franz has studied the photo/imaging world for more than 40 years. In addition to the monthly Photo Imaging News newsletter, he conducts market research around the world and participates in international photo conferences.

New standards for color and appearance management

The evening program, the Future Imaging Symposium, will feature Don Carli, president and co-founder, Nima Hunter Inc., speaking about "New standards for color and appearance management: Why you should care and what you need to know."

There is far more to appearance than color, there is far more to color than RGB and CMYK, and there is far more to print than 2D. This session will explain what you need to know about iccMAX (ISO 20677) and related new standards for color and appearance management. Carli will present information on brands leading development of solutions to address growing high-value markets by making it possible to capture, to model, to display, and to print expanded gamut color as well as metallic, pearlescent, iridescent, gonio-chromatic, fluorescent, gloss, sparkle, surface texture, and other appearance effects for 3D e-commerce and AR/VR/XR, as well as for 2D, 2.5D, and 3D print applications.

Carli co-founded Nima Hunter Inc., a market insight consultancy founded in 1986 that conducts research in support of branding, positioning, product development, product marketing, competitive intelligence, market forecasting, business strategy and sales process improvement.

About Pro Imaging CONNECT

Pro Imaging CONNECT kicks off with two days of executive-level education, while Pro Imaging Golf follows with two days of networking and the famous scramble golf tournament. Attendees can choose to attend just the Pro Imaging CONNECT educational event, March 21-22; just the Pro Imaging Golf event, March 23-24; or both events.

Pro Imaging CONNECT registration is currently underway, with conference-only registration of $199. Until March 10, a nightly room at Horseshoe Bay Resort is $267.74 per night includes conference registration. To attend both events, the registration package for Pro Imaging CONNECT, Pro Imaging Golf, nightly room, plus one round of golf per day at Horseshoe Bay Resort is $355.74 per night. There is a hard cut-off of March 10 for registration.

The Pro Imaging CONNECT program is programmed by Gary Pageau, editor of The Dead Pixels Society, the photo/imaging networking group and news site.
For more information, visit http://www.proimagingconnect.com

About Pro Imaging Expo

Pro Imaging Expo features networking, education and golf events for the imaging industry.

Pro Imaging Golf, with more than 30 years in existence and now partnered with SGIA, hosts more than 144 industry attendees in North Orlando, FL, for three days of fun-filled activities including golf, parties, networking events, and educational events.

Pro Imaging, in conjunction with SGIA, hosts a networking event at PRINTING United in October. This event is open to all in the industry.

Pro Imaging Expo's newest event, Pro Imaging CONNECT, is aimed at education and networking for individuals in the pro lab, vertically integrated school/sports photography, and retail photography business.

More at http://www.proimagingexpo.com

About the Dead Pixels Society

The Dead Pixels Society, formed in 2009, is dedicated to provide news and information to the businesses in the photo/imaging industry. The group continues to meet clandestinely at industry events and conferences, identified by their stylish lapel pins.

More at http://www.thedeadpixelssociety.com




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OKLAHOMA CITY (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020

Despite five generations currently in the U.S. workforce, the competition for top talent is fierce. And while it's a job seekers' market with low unemployment, a majority of workers in a recent poll reported age has been an issue at some point in their career.

In the survey, Express Employment Professionals polled job seekers and decision makers about whether they felt age has ever been a factor in a hiring decision for a job. Eighty-one percent said they believed their age was a component, while 16% said "no." Respondents were then asked to select their age group with 48% falling in the 55 – 64 years old category.

Survey respondents also provided real-life examples of perceived ageism, including:

"I was told by the hiring supervisor, 'I believe you are just too old to give us much time here. You'll probably want to stay home and sit by the pool with the grandkids within a year.'"

"I've been interviewed by several job offering companies, and when they realized how experienced I was and the number of years that I have been working, the inevitable statement was, 'You are too experienced for the position.'"

"In my 20s, I was the top candidate for a position, but it was never offered. I later asked the employer why, and they stated while I had all the education and experience, I did not have enough whiskers."

"I'm still young and inexperienced, and employers do not like that. They don't want to have to waste time training the new guy how to do something."

Terri Greeno, Express franchise owner in Crystal Lake, Illinois said she's had clients and human resources directors request employees who are either "young" or say they "don't want someone really young."

"We work to educate these individuals and reply that we place associates based on skills and availability," Greeno said.

In Fishers, Indiana, Express franchise owner Lee Wenninger added that some clients have asked for a younger worker because of the perception a younger worker will be more flexible, adaptable and technologically savvy.

"On the flip side, sometimes clients have asked for someone older because they believe an older person will be more reliable and work-focused," he said. "Stereotypes and perceptions persist."

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission protects employees in every aspect of employment, including the hiring process. But in 2019 alone, there were 15,572 age-related claims in the United States.

Age discrimination can have a negative impact on a company's brand and could mean costly mistakes due to inexperienced workers, according to Patty Smith, vice president of Human Resources and Compliance at Express International Headquarters. Businesses should avoid crafting job descriptions with phrases such as "young and energetic" and use "motivated and driven" instead.

When interviewing candidates, businesses should have an age-diverse panel and evaluate a prospect on the knowledge, skills and behaviors required for the job. And if the time comes to lay off employees, decisions should be made objectively, Smith added.

"Most importantly, businesses should make sure their own staff includes employees of all ages," Greeno said. "Secondly, make sure hiring managers are trained on what is or is not appropriate to say during the hiring process."

Conversely, job seekers can also make a few adjustments to their resumes.

"Focus on what you can offer the company and what you would like to learn," Greeno said. "Remove outdated experience, highlight hard skills and experience from over the years if you are a mature candidate. If you are more inexperienced, focus on an eagerness to learn."

Wenninger suggests candidates should highlight how they either saved or made a previous company revenue as part of their resume.

"Regardless of age, if you help a business manage costs and make money, you are valuable," he said.

"A successful economy is made up of workers from every generation because people of all ages bring different skills and life experiences to the table," said Express CEO Bill Stoller. "Regardless of age or any other factor, at the end of the day, it's important to hire the best person for the job."

The survey of 704 business leaders, decision makers and job seekers was conducted in January 2020 through the Express Refresh Leadership and Job Journey blogs.

If you would like to arrange for an interview with Bill Stoller to discuss this topic, please contact Sheena Karami, Director of Corporate Communications and PR, at (405) 717-5966.

About Bill Stoller
William H. "Bill" Stoller is chairman and chief executive officer of Express Employment Professionals. Headquartered in Oklahoma City, the international staffing company has more than 800 franchises in the U.S., Canada and South Africa. Since its inception, Express has put more than 7.7 million people to work worldwide.

About Express Employment Professionals
At Express Employment Professionals, we're in the business of people. From job seekers to client companies, Express helps people thrive and businesses grow. Headquartered in Oklahoma City, OK, our international network of franchises offer localized staffing solutions to the communities they serve, employing 552,000 people across North America in 2019. For more information, visit http://www.expresspros.com.



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NEW YORK (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020

BKD CPAs & Advisors is pleased to announce the launch of BKD's Nonprofit Advisory Services in the firm's New York office with the addition of Corinna Creedon, who joins the team as a managing director and New York practice lead. Creedon has more than 20 years of experience as a finance executive and has provided outsourced chief financial officer (CFO) services, financial operations and compliance services to a wide range of clients.

"We are thrilled to continue bringing our clients solutions that can make a real difference. Corinna's expertise combined with Rick Cole's recent arrival to the team will allow us to provide additional support to new and existing clients," said Ryan Reiff, managing partner for BKD's New York office.

Creedon will provide services to both nonprofit and for-profit clients. She will lead BKD's Nonprofit Advisory Services, which includes:

Accounting and CFO support

Grants management and compliance

Accounting standards implementation

Financial operational assessments

Policies and procedures and internal controls

"BKD's Nonprofit Advisory Services has launched in BKD's Dallas, Kansas City, Chicago and Denver offices, and we are thrilled to be adding BKD's New York office," said Tondeé Lutterman, BKD national industry partner.

Prior to joining BKD, Creedon ran a successful consulting firm, where she provided services to a wide range of nonprofit organizations. Creedon has extensive experience in Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, special project/project management office services and outsourced CFO solutions, which positions her to provide advisory services to the firm's private equity, manufacturing and distribution and other for-profit clients.

Creedon's diversified and ever-expanding skill set has helped her handle large-scale and complex engagements successfully. Creedon is a New York CPA and holds dual degrees in accounting and international business from the New York University Leonard N. Stern School of Business. She is a member of the American Institute of CPAs and the New York State Society of CPAs. Creedon began her career at an international firm and currently serves on the board of directors of a nonprofit organization that works to enhance literacy in underserved communities.



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WASHINGTON (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020

Each year, millions of students are able to access higher education with the help of financial aid like the federal Pell Grant, or scholarships from states, private sources, and colleges and universities. At the same time, however, too many students continue to abandon their pursuit of a college degree because they don't believe they can afford it.

As a postsecondary credential becomes increasingly important to compete in the workforce, the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA) joins the higher education community to celebrate Financial Aid Awareness Month to spread information and resources about the myriad opportunities available to help students and parents pay for school.

Throughout the month of February, NASFAA is taking to social media and encouraging financial aid professionals to share helpful infographics and student-facing resources online — using the hashtag #FinAidFeb — to both showcase the success of various financial aid programs, and highlight how much work remains to make college a reality for more learners. Students and parents can also find resources online from NASFAA, including a list of FAFSA Tips and Common Mistakes to Avoid, as well as a Frequently Asked Questions page with information about the FAFSA.

"We know that financial aid professionals work tirelessly year-round to ensure students and parents understand their options for federal, state, and institutional aid. Financial Aid Awareness Month is a tremendous opportunity for the rest of the higher education community to support those efforts and help spread the message that we are here to assist families as they navigate the financial aid process," said NASFAA National Chair Paula Luff. "I encourage my colleagues to use this month to expand their outreach efforts to students and other campus partners to continue to advocate for increased funding for crucial aid programs.

To request an interview with a NASFAA spokesperson to discuss our #FinAidFeb campaign, or why increasing financial awareness is critical, please email Allie Arcese at arcesea@nasfaa.org or call (202) 785-6954.

About NASFAA
The National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA) is a nonprofit membership organization that represents more than 28,000 financial aid professionals at nearly 3,000 colleges, universities, and career schools across the country. NASFAA member institutions serve nine out of every ten undergraduates in the United States. Based in Washington, D.C., NASFAA is the only national association with a primary focus on student aid legislation, regulatory analysis, and training for financial aid administrators. For more information, visit http://www.nasfaa.org.



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SAN RAFAEL, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020

The Nike Tennis Camp at University of Oklahoma will offer 2 sessions from May 31-June 4 and June 7-11. Campers ages 8-18 of all ability levels get the chance to learn from Division I college coaches and their expert staff.

Camp is directed by Nick Crowell and Audra Cohen, the Men's and Women's Head Tennis Coaches at University of Oklahoma. Both Crowell and Cohen have lifted the Sooners' Tennis programs to new heights while at the helm over the past few years. Each carry their positive energy on and off the court to provide an unforgettable summer camp experience.

"Both Nick and Audra have proven how great of coaches they are for their collegiate programs and how much they care about helping junior tennis players improve their game," says Wendy Shpiz, VP of Nike Tennis Camps. "They provide a great environment for tennis players of all levels to gain confidence on the court and spark the desire for campers to improve even after camp."

Campers are provided tools to train at their highest potential and have serious fun while doing so, "My daughter had a great time and learned a tremendous amount at this tennis camp. I was impressed with the encouragement and hands on training that was given to the campers by Nick, Audra, and the rest of their staff. The camp was very organized and all the staff ensured that it was a positive environment. As an Alumni of OU, I plan to send my daughter back to this camp," says Lee E., a parent of a camper from summer 2019.

A typical day at Nike Tennis Camps will offer drill and station work in the mornings and competitive match play in the afternoons. Camp at OU offers 10&Under Tennis, All Skills, Tournament Training and High School programs so that a player of any ability level can excel at camp. Both sessions will offer overnight and day camp options.

Parent and campers interested in the Nike Tennis Camp at University of Oklahoma can visit Nike Tennis Camps or call 1-800-645-3226

About US Sports Camps

US Sports Camps (USSC), headquartered in San Rafael, California, is America's largest sports camp network and the licensed operator of Nike Sports Camps. The company has offered summer camps since 1975 with the same mission that defines it today: to shape a lifelong enjoyment of athletics through high-quality sports education and skill enhancement.



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WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020

CBT Foundational Workshop Scheduled for Clinicians
The Five-Day Training provides participants with 33 CE credits and the required hours necessary to apply for credentialing through the Academy of Cognitive Therapy

Cognitive and Behavioral Consultants (CBC) will host a Five-Day Foundational Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) workshop July 6 through July 10, 2020 at the Schwartzberg Training Center at CBC, located at 1 North Broadway in White Plains, New York, only thirty minutes north of Manhattan. This Workshop is for mental health professionals and students interested in building and deepening their understanding of CBT principles in clinical practice. Thirty three Continuing Education Credit Hours will be offered for this training to NY Social Workers and all Psychologists.

This intensive five-day training program, now in its seventh year, was created by Dr. Lata K. McGinn in response to multiple requests from clinicians who often learn Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) through self-study or workshops and are looking to increase their ability to apply CBT concepts and strategies in their current practices. Clinicians also have the valuable opportunity to receive ongoing consultation following the training. Upon completion, attendees will have received the required hours of training in cognitive behavior therapy necessary to apply to become a Certified Diplomate through the Academy of Cognitive Therapy.

The training will cover a range of strategies, foundational to advanced, including:

Creating a CBT case conceptualization with the client's participation to produce meaningful treatment plans and guide therapeutic interventions

Defining behavioral targets with precision and measuring treatment outcomes

Utilizing specific cognitive and behavioral strategies, including psychoeducation, cognitive restructuring, exposure and response prevention, skills training and more

Using CBT with couples, parents, and children/adolescents

Mental health professionals and students interested in building and deepening their understanding of CBT principles in practice are invited to attend. Cognitive and Behavioral Consultants (CBC) is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. CBC maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

Cognitive and Behavioral Consultants, SW CPE, is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board of Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #0219.

Workshop registration postmarked before June 8th is $1,400 or $1,200 for students. For more information or to register, visit http://cbc-psychology.com/events/five-day-cbt-foundational Questions can be directed to 914-385-1150 or via email at training@cbc-psychology.com. Group rates are available upon request.

About Cognitive & Behavioral Consultants, LLP
CBC is a clinical and training center comprised of internationally recognized mental health professionals who have researched, pioneered, and are highly experienced in training and providing consultation to mental health professionals, as well as delivering cutting edge evidence-based treatments that help adults, adolescents, and children live more fulfilled lives. Founded in 2004 by Drs. Lata K. McGinn and Alec L. Miller, leaders in the fields of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, the CBC team provides a large array of Clinical and Wellness services to the public, provides Custom Designed Programs for schools, agencies, and businesses, and Continuing Education for Professionals in the field of psychology.



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NEW YORK (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020

The Volcker Alliance is excited to announce an expansion of its signature Government-to-University Initiative (G2U) with the launch of two new G2U Regional Councils in Los Angeles, California, and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. G2U is an innovative approach to addressing critical governance challenges by building structured regional networks of governments and universities. The initiative aims to catalyze a robust local marketplace that can sustainably connect governments' hiring and research needs with local university capacity.

"We have been delighted by the interest that has been shown in partnering to expand the G2U effort in regions across the country. It affirms the promise of this initiative," said Thomas W. Ross, president of the Volcker Alliance. "We are strategically investing in the efforts in Los Angeles and Pittsburgh because each possesses concentrations of public employees at all levels of government, a strong university presence, and enthusiastic local champions committed to realizing G2U's aims."

In Los Angeles, the Volcker Alliance has partnered with the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) to anchor the effort. SCAG is the nation's largest metropolitan planning organization, representing six counties, 191 cities, and more than nineteen million residents. SCAG undertakes a variety of planning and policy initiatives to encourage a more sustainable Southern California.

"Our government partners are hungry for talent, and it is in Southern California's best interest to connect university students with employers in the public sector," said Kome Ajise, SCAG's executive director. "We want the best and brightest from our universities to be the future leaders of Southern California."

In Pittsburgh, the effort will be led by Carnegie Mellon University's Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy and the Metro21: Smart Cities Institute. Metro21: Smart Cities Institute at Carnegie Mellon takes a forward-looking, creative approach to bringing people, technology, and policy together to improve quality of life for those in metropolitan areas.

"We have a long history of helping governments become more evidence-based and analytical in their decision making, and collaborating with an esteemed partner like the Volcker Alliance unlocks new possibilities for creating mutually beneficial relationships between universities and governments," said Ramayya Krishnan, dean of Heinz College. "The relationship between Metro21 and the Pittsburgh region is a model of how universities and cities can work together to test bold new ideas. We're excited to broaden the impact of Metro21 through the Pittsburgh G2U Regional Council."

Each new G2U Regional Council will connect local, state, and federal government leaders in a region with key faculty and administrators from surrounding colleges and universities. They will identify and pursue opportunities to better strengthen the pipeline of talent from local universities into government and explore approaches to systematizing research exchanges focused on solving pressing government problems. With support from the Volcker Alliance, the Councils will provide a regional platform to build new relationships and strengthen existing ones among government practitioners and university leaders.

These new sites will build upon the success of the pilot G2U Coalition in Kansas City led by the Mid-America Regional Council (MARC), which will celebrate its one-year anniversary with its first regionwide Coalition Convening on April 21.

Throughout 2020, the Volcker Alliance will work to build connections within the growing cohort of Regional Councils and will explore opportunities to expand the G2U network further. Those interested in launching G2U Regional Councils in their areas can email G2U@volckeralliance.org to learn more.

The Volcker Alliance advances effective management of government to achieve results that matter to citizens. The nonprofit, nonpartisan organization is inspired by the legendary public service of our founder, Paul A. Volcker, former Chairman of the Federal Reserve, and his vision of a public sector workforce with the experience, preparation, and commitment to ensure that government is accountable and delivers with excellence. Visit volckeralliance.org to learn more. Follow us on social media @VolckerAlliance and subscribe to the Volcker Alliance newsletter for the latest news and developments. The Volcker Alliance is a 501(c)(3) organization



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CHICAGO (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020

An innovative precast concrete design competition is bringing 16 university students to Dallas/Fort Worth next month to compete in Project Precast 2020, sponsored by the PCI Foundation.

The competition known as Project Precast, solicited applications from engineering, construction management and architecture students from across the country. Sixteen students, which includes one alternate, were chosen. Five teams of 3 students, one from each discipline will have just 48 hours to design and present a not yet disclosed structure. The structure will be indicative of Texas, just like last year's horse barn was emblematic of the convention's location in Louisville, Kentucky.

The competition will be held March 4 through 6 during the PCI Convention to be held at the Fort Worth Convention Center.

The winning team, chosen by a panel of expert and celebrity judges, will win a cash prize of $3000; $1000 per student.

"We had applications from across the US and far more entries then we had team positions," said Tom Kelley, chairman of the PCI Foundation's board of trustees. "We introduced this competition just last year to do something rarely done; bring students from different majors and different parts of the country together to design a precast building in less than two days. In the business world these 3 professions come together on every building and our mission is to assure they understand the benefits and opportunities of using precast concrete."    

■    Clemson University: Aaron Cordle, Architecture
■    Colorado State University: Tanmay Vashishta, Construction Management
■    Florida International University: Isabella Zapata Vivas, Engineering
■    Idaho State: Mahesh Mahat, Engineering
■    New Jersey Institute of Technology: Mohammed Hassan, Construction Management
■    North Carolina State University: Sarveswaran Ganapathy, Architecture
■    Sacramento State University: Ivan Sanchez, Construction Management; James P. Taylor, Engineering; Lev Darney, Engineering
■    University of Alabama: Daniel Valentim, Engineering
■    University of Arizona: Joseph Moya, Engineering
■    University of Southern California: Jesse Lopez, Architecture; Jeffery Cheung, Architecture
■    Washington University in St. Louis: Hanui Yu, Architecture; Courtney Prentiss, Architecture/Construction Management; Patrick Murray, Architecture/Construction Management

This year's overall sponsor is SIKA, the leading supplier of specialty chemical products and industrial materials serving the construction and industrial markets. Each of the 5 teams has a sponsor from the precast industry who will be supplying coaches to their teams: CEG, Clark Pacific, Coreslab, Metromont and Tindall.

ABOUT THE PCI FOUNDATION - Since 2001, the PCI Foundation has been the educational entity that supports the Precast/Prestressed Concrete industry. The mission of the PCI Foundation is to foster educational and research initiatives focused on innovative approaches to the integrated and sustainable use of precast concrete design, fabrication, and construction. It is a charitable 501(c) 3 corporation, based in Chicago, which supports the inclusion of precast concrete programs at accredited colleges and universities. To learn more, visit the PCI Foundation website at http://www.pci-foundation.org.



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DERRY, N.H. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020

Intelitek has selected Technology Education Concepts, Inc. (TEC), a 30-year provider of design-to-manufacturing solutions and teaching labs, to be its New England regional representative. TEC will be responsible for sale and service of Intelitek programs and products throughout the states of Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont.

"We chose TEC because they are an experienced sales and marketing team with technical support resources," said Ido Yerushalmi, CEO of Intelitek. "They're also market veterans with strong connections in the education industry, so working with them is expanding our representation throughout New England."

"TEC is excited to be representing Intelitek," said Richard Amarosa, Founder and President of TEC. "Intelitek's historically proven technology training solutions, comprehensive e-learning solutions, and industry-grade certifications are known by educators in industry throughout New England. Their solutions provide students with the skills they need to 'Close the Skills Gap' in manufacturing and we are pleased to have been chosen as the New England academic representative."

Intelitek, a leader in CTE education worldwide, was a pioneer in industrial robotic training and education. Today, Intelitek is the exclusive distribution channel of Yaskawa robotics for the CTE education market and an educational training program partner with Cognex machine vision systems. The company also develops curriculum for Siemens PLM solutions and offers industry certification for each of these highly-regarded vendors as well as for Industry 4.0. In this latest partnership, TEC will also offer these industry-leading solutions to the New England education market.

About Intelitek
Intelitek has been transforming education and bringing robotics into classrooms across the globe through comprehensive technology learning solutions for more than 30 years. The company's innovative tools and technologies empower instructors and inspire students By helping deliver the competencies needed for in-demand careers, Intelitek is producing results for students, teachers, nations, and economies. For more information, go to: http://www.intelitek.com.

About Technology Education Concepts, Inc. (TEC)
Technology Education Concepts (TEC) has been an "experienced provider of design-to-manufacturing solutions and teaching labs" to educators and students for over 30 years. Based in Concord, NH, TEC is a family-owned business started by an educator who is passionate about providing secondary and post-secondary schools with 3D solutions used to teach today's young people about the fields of engineering, design, manufacturing and architecture. TEC has established itself as a trusted resource for innovative, quality products for hands-on and real-world STEM, design, manufacturing and pre-engineering programs and school labs/makerspaces, coupled with superior customer support and service.



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SAN DIEGO (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020

PC Housing is excited to announce that corporate housing specialist, Elizabeth Rodriguez, has joined the San Diego-based corporate housing firm as the new Business Development Manager. Elizabeth brings over 30 years' experience in corporate housing, specializing in the entertainment industry.

"We are so thrilled to have Elizabeth bring her expertise to our team. She understands the unique nuances of the entertainment industry and has the knowledge and skills to deliver the excellent customer experience our clients expect," Alex Shahabe, PC Housing President, says.

Elizabeth joins PC Housing after 24 years as an Entertainment Account Executive in the Los Angeles area. She has designed full-service solutions for clients in the Entertainment and Theatre industries. Her peers recognize that her creative solutions are often innovative and exceed her clients' expectations.

"I have had the pleasure of working with great people my entire career. I have learned so much from them about problem-solving and the importance of the details, among other things," Elizabeth says. "I look forward to continuing that journey with PC Housing."

In her role at PC Housing, Elizabeth will work to provide an excellent temporary housing experience for her clients and guests while continuously improving the process with innovative solutions.

Before joining PC Housing, in her previous role, Elizabeth generated over 55,000 room nights resulting in over $8 million in revenue. She also increased year-over-year revenue by 15 percent. Moreover, some of Elizabeth's accounts have worked with her for over 20 years. Alex says these qualities proved to him that she was perfect for the role.

"One of the things that we love about Elizabeth is how she has shown over and over again that she understands how to give clients what they need while minding the key business initiatives of her organization," Alex says. "We want our team members to be passionate about their career and the clients we serve. With Elizabeth, we get that and more."

A guiding principle of "Delivering Personalized Housing Solutions with HEART" drives the PC Housing culture. This philosophy was one of the things that attracted Elizabeth to the organization.

"I am humbled and excited to come work with PC Housing. The values of the organization align well with mine, and I look forward to being a part of it," Elizabeth says.

For more information, visit http://www.pchousing.com.

About PC Housing

Founded in 1998 by Alex Shahabe, San Diego-headquartered, PC Housing (PCH) provides long- and short-term corporate housing nationwide and throughout Canada. PCH is committed to innovation and adapting to the ever-changing needs of traveling or relocating management and employees. PCH has set itself apart by opening the door to a new level of convenience by offering: complementary anytime check-in; money-back guarantee; flexible PC Points extended stay benefits and rewards; and a personally-tailored welcome package by personal shopper. PCH has a BBB A+ rating. It has been recognized as one of America's Fastest Growing 500 Companies by Entrepreneur Magazine and made the San Diego Business Journal's 2016 Best Places to Work list.



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BROOKLYN, N.Y. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020

MAS Event + Design, a leading experience design studio, is once again inviting the country's best design and architecture undergrads to participate in a unique national student design competition, the 2020 Brand X Challenge.

Produced to expose students to the fast-growing experience design sector, this winter teams of undergrads will design an experiential activation for SEPHORA—spanning physical space, digital elements and social media channels. Three finalist teams will be selected and one winning team will score a cash prize, summer internships and a trip to Chicago for the Brand X Awards gala, held May 12 at the annual Experiential Marketing Summit.

"Being able to design and deliver unique experiences has become increasingly more important in the retail industry; experiences not only help to enable more personal connections with all clients, but gives them the opportunity to play and learn within a community-fostering environment, which is a key goal for us at SEPHORA," says Jessica Stacey, Sephora VP-PR and Experiential Marketing. "We're excited to work with MAS Event + Design and Event Marketer to help students cultivate their experiential design skills, and can't wait to see what they create."

Student teams will work directly with SEPHORA and MAS experience designers to refine and enhance ideas, giving them a taste of "real-world" experience design. In addition to developing work for their portfolios as they learn about the experience design discipline, the program and its top scoring teams will be promoted by media partner Event Marketer magazine online and in print to more than one million designers and marketers.

"Too few designers get a chance to study experience design in school, stifling the chances of them pursuing a career in brand experience," says Mia Choi, Chief Creative Officer and cofounder of MAS Event + Design. "We are committed to showcasing this field as a real career path for emerging designers."

Brand X is managed by the editorial team at Event Marketer and begins with a nomination period through February 21 during which teams sign up, followed by online "learning briefings" with SEPHORA and MAS to get educated about experience design and the SEPHORA brand. Teams will then be issued a creative brief on the experiential program, and they begin creating. MAS designers will offer "mentor reviews" of students' designs with advice and comments. Ultimately, designs are submitted and judged in April and winners notified in May. The program's online presence is anchored at facebook.com/brandxchallenge.

"Brand X is one of the most important programs we are involved in this year," says Jessica Heasley, Event Marketer Group Editor & Publisher. "I am proud to help open the eyes of tomorrow's experience creators."

About MAS Event + Design
We are an award winning collective of designers and producers that create moments that make you want MAS.

We don't just mean more - we are MORE. More voices. More backgrounds. More to bring to the table. We're designers, architects, technologists, doers, thinkers, artists, engineers, and always a trusted partner. We transform business objectives and KPIs into the tangible. Sometimes for one, sometimes for thousands—always with more impact.

We create MORE than an event. More than an experience. More than expected.

In 2018, we joined Opus Agency. Collectively, we service over 70 global companies, including 13 of the 20 most valuable brands in the world –among them being Amazon, BMW, Google, YouTube, Microsoft, and other innovative global leaders such as the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and Softbank.

Learn more at http://www.maseventdesign.com.

About Sephora Americas
Since its debut in North America over 20 years ago, Sephora has been a leader in prestige omni-retail with the purpose of creating an inviting beauty shopping experience and inspiring fearlessness in our community. With the goal of delivering unbiased shopping support and a personalized experience, Sephora invites clients to touch and try 25,000 products from 400 carefully curated brands, enjoy services at the Beauty Studio and engage with expertly trained beauty advisors in more than 490 stores across the Americas, as well as over 660 locations inside JCPenney. Clients can also experience Sephora online and through our mobile app, access the free-to-join Beauty Insider program and digital community, which together enhance the experience of Sephora's passionate clients. Sephora has been an industry-leading champion of diversity, inclusivity, and empowerment, guided by our longstanding company values. In 2019, Sephora announced a new tagline and manifesto, "We Belong to Something Beautiful," to reinforce its dedication to fostering belonging amongst all clients and employees and to publicly strive for a more inclusive vision for retail in the Americas. Sephora continues to give back to our communities and advance inclusion in our industry through our Sephora Stands social impact programs. For more information, visit: https://www.sephora.com/about-us and @Sephora on social media.



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TORONTO (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020

Clinical trial study startup processes are an area ripe for optimization. Often, the study time clock doesn't start ticking until First Patient In (FPI), but research shows that the process to get to FPI can take seven months or longer on average.

This webinar will explore best practices for study startup with practical advice on how to reap the benefits of automating processes while increasing compliance. The featured speakers will discuss some common misconceptions around digital versus electronic signatures and provide advice on how to ensure all of those signed documents comply with US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) 21 CFR Part 11 guidance.

A speaker from Clinilabs Drug Development Corporation will share a case study on how they streamlined clinical trial startup processes, optimized their tools and cut clinical trial study startup times in half.

Join the live session on Thursday, March 5, 2020 at 1pm EST to learn about:

Learn tips from experts on how to optimize study startup processes to maximize the benefits of going digital

Understand how the FDA's recent guidance to move to digital signatures and forms has impacted study startup

Learn best practices from Clinilabs' case study how they accelerated study startup using Part 11 Adobe Digital certificate trusted signing, workflow automation and how immediate access to real-time data has enabled better decision making.

Featured Speakers include:

Simon Taylor, Global Director, Solutions Consulting, SureClinical

Charity Cowley, Director of Clinical Systems, Clinilabs Drug Development Corporation

Catherine Schmidt, President, SterlingBio

For more information or to register for this event, visit Best Practices for Study Startup: Leveraging Digital Signatures & Process Automation.

ABOUT XTALKS

Xtalks, powered by Honeycomb Worldwide Inc., is a leading provider of educational webinars to the global life science, food and medical device community. Every year thousands of industry practitioners (from life science, food and medical device companies, private & academic research institutions, healthcare centers, etc.) turn to Xtalks for access to quality content. Xtalks helps Life Science professionals stay current with industry developments, trends and regulations. Xtalks webinars also provide perspectives on key issues from top industry thought leaders and service providers.

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CONWAY, N.H. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020

Rapid Insight, Inc., a leading provider of easy-to-use predictive analytics and data blending software for higher education, is partnering with University Business magazine for a webinar exploring how predictive analytics can be used to address challenges in higher education enrollment management.

Taking place on Tuesday, February 18 at 2 PM ET (11 AM PT), the webinar will feature Arkansas State University's (ASU) Vice Chancellor of Enrollment Management, Dr. Bryan Terry, in conversation with Rapid Insight's analyst manager, James Cousins.

Over nearly three decades in higher education, Dr. Terry has established himself as a leading voice for the importance of a data-driven, student-focused approach to enrollment management—and his results demonstrate that leadership.

Prior to joining ASU, as vice chancellor for enrollment management at University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG), Dr. Terry reversed a four-year downtrend in enrollment. And by the fall of 2018, UNCG enrolled a record 20,106 students—the first time the university surpassed 20K in its history. That year also included its largest ever freshman class of nearly 3,000 students.

"As thrilled as Arkansas State must be to have Dr. Terry leading its enrollment strategy," says Cousins, "we're even more excited to join with University Business to discuss the crucial intersection of predictive analytics and enrollment—and how Dr. Terry's experience can inform and empower others."

The topic is timely and urgent. Universities nationwide are seeing steady declines in enrollment, which can be attributed to shrinking pools of applicants, scalebacks in public funding, and increasing competition for those fewer students.

In the February 18 webinar, Dr. Terry will emphasize the significance of data to enrollment management and will share actionable strategies for leveraging data to impact decision-making.

To learn more about this webinar and to register, visit University Business.

About Rapid Insight:
Rapid Insight Inc. is a leading provider of business intelligence and automated predictive analytics software. With a focus on ease of use and efficiency, Rapid Insight products enable users to turn their raw data into actionable information. The company's analytic software simplifies the extraction and analysis of data, enabling clients ranging from small businesses to Fortune 500 companies to fully utilize their information for data-driven decision making. For more information, visit http://www.rapidinsight.com.

About University Business:
University Business is the most widely received, most regularly read publication for higher education leaders at two- and four-year colleges and universities nationwide. University Business provides cutting-edge coverage of education news, technology, academics, facilities management, security, financial services, policy, profiles, opinion—and more—to this exclusive audience across print, digital and in-person event platforms. Independent surveys have proven that year after year, no other higher education management publication matches the reach, readership and audience engagement of University Business. For more information, visit http://www.universitybusiness.com.



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MOUNTAIN VIEW, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020

At Learning Technologies 2020 conference in London, EdCast announced today that it has extended its Open Skills Cloud to leading HR systems used by G2000 companies. The Knowledge Cloud by EdCast, the category-defining leader in AI-powered personalized learning and knowledge management, now allows the largest enterprise learning content library--with millions of pieces of content curated weekly--to work with all open skills libraries with custom skills taxonomies for enterprises.

EdCast's offering features a highly extensible taxonomy for managing roles and skills across industries and offers AI-powered, curated and updated ontologies for every skill node, which is critical as work and jobs change in the short- and long-run. EdCast's Skills Cloud automatically matches new and changing skills to its Knowledge Cloud global content library of more than 50 million items. The Knowledge Cloud's assessment and inferencing tools also allow users to assess their needs and their employees' skills and capabilities in real-time, helping perfect the Skills Cloud and make the platform even more valuable.

The set of open skills libraries and taxonomies that EdCast's Skills Cloud now embraces include:

--O*NET hard and soft skills, covering the Department of Labor's standard database of skills

--Multiple proprietary vertical taxonomies of domain-specific skills such as high-tech, science, healthcare and others

--Multiple nationwide open skills libraries, including those gained through partnerships with NASSCOM in India and the French Ministry of Labor in France

--The ability to augment its standard taxonomy--upfront or as work and jobs change over time--with enterprise-specific skills taxonomies into one unified skills cloud

"Organizations around the world are all looking for new ways to understand their existing skills and capability gaps," said Josh Bersin, global industry analyst and dean of the Josh Bersin Academy. "Therefore, the HR and learning platforms of the future must embrace multiple skills models and create dynamic skills ontologies. EdCast's Open Skills Cloud announcement is a great example of this."

"Beginning with our acquisition of AI technology platform company Sociative, EdCast has accumulated over 10 years of metadata processing of content, topics, skills, roles and industries, and we have fully integrated it with our Knowledge Cloud," said Karl Mehta, CEO and Founder of EdCast. "We now leverage and ingest skills data from numerous existing skills assessment platforms, enabling companies to automatically organize information--including employee skills, job history, training history, personal skills development goals--in bringing the most valuable cross-industry Skills Cloud to the enterprise market."

For more details on EdCast's Knowledge Cloud and Skills Cloud solutions, stop by EdCast's booth (Booth C05) at Learning Technologies 2020 conference in London. For more information on EdCast, visit https://www.edcast.com/ or email us at marketing@edcast.com.

About EdCast

EdCast is the AI-Powered Knowledge Cloud solution for unified discovery, personalized learning and knowledge management across the enterprise. Its award-winning platform is used internationally by Global 2000 companies and large government organizations, including NASSCOM and World Economic Forum, to solve the discovery and curation problems across all external and internal knowledge sources. EdCast's offerings include its Learning Experience Platform (LXP), the EdCast Marketplace, and MyGuide's in-app guides, intelligence and automation for business processes. For additional information, visit http://www.edcast.com or follow on Twitter @EdCast.



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CERRITOS, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020

The Institute for Advanced Laser Dentistry (IALD) once again puts patients first by championing public education about gum disease during Gum Disease Awareness Month in February. Started in 2012, Gum Disease Awareness Month has evolved from a grassroots movement to an international effort, launching in Australia this year. As the new decade commences, the general public is still in need of education of the overwhelming prevalence and consequences of untreated gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, and the impact of successful treatment versus unsuccessful treatment.

The IALD has been committed to spreading the word about this serious and often underestimated disease, chiefly via its patient-facing resource FightGumDisease.com. The Australian effort, FightGumDisease.com.au, is headed by Christopher Barker, BDS, FRACDS, who practices in Queensland. Dr. Barker learned about Gum Disease Awareness month while attending training in Cerritos, California.

"I was intrigued by the approach started by the IALD – educating the public through social media about a disease that has such a significant heath impact," stated Dr. Barker. "Given gum disease's prevalence and its significant impact on total health, I was encouraged to begin creating awareness in Australia as well."

"Gum Disease Awareness Month has been an incredibly rewarding passion project for the IALD, and it has been exciting to see others come on board to help spread the word about the gum disease epidemic," said Dawn M. Gregg, DDS, Training Director for the IALD. "We are extremely grateful that Australia is the latest to join in this fight and hope to continue to increase awareness of periodontal disease."

FightGumDisease.com and its Australian counterpart highlight the gum disease epidemic, signs and symptoms, systemic connections to other health risks such as heart disease, stroke, cancer, Alzheimer's, rheumatoid arthritis, pre-term birth and erectile dysfunction, among others. Studies have shown that the effectiveness of the treatment method depends on the efficacy of killing bacteria and can lead to lower costs of medical treatments for diabetes, pregnancy and heart disease. Not all treatment options are equally effective.
Additionally, the websites provide information on prevention tips and treatment options.

ABOUT THE INSTITUTE FOR ADVANCED LASER DENTISTRY: The IALD is a non-profit educational and research center dedicated to providing evidence-based clinical training in advanced laser dentistry therapies. Formed in 1999, the IALD is ADA-CERP and AGD-PACE accredited, and is nationally recognized for its continuing education programs. The IALD's ultimate goal is for the percentage of patients seeking treatment for periodontitis to reach the percentage of patients seeking general dental care.



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SILVER SPRING, MD. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020

SchoolSafety.gov – the newly launched school safety website from the U.S. departments of Education, Health & Human Services, Homeland Security and Justice – features the Partner Alliance for Safer Schools (PASS) school security guidelines as a recommended resource for developing and implementing plans for physical security in schools. The site presents the fourth-edition PASS Safety and Security Guidelines for K-12 Schools alongside several government-developed resources as its only non-government resource.

The PASS guidelines provide school administrators, school boards and public safety professionals with best practices for implementing a layered, tiered approach to school safety and security. Established in 2014 and led by a multidisciplinary team of volunteers, PASS brings together expertise from the education community, law enforcement and the security industry to develop and support a coordinated approach that can assist school administrators in making effective use of proven security practices specific to K-12 environments, including elementary, middle and high schools.

"I have used the comprehensive PASS guidelines to help secure my district's buildings in an all-hazards model and found them to be the most effective and commonsense security infrastructure recommendations available for schools," said Guy Grace, PASS chairman and director of security and emergency planning for Littleton Public Schools. "PASS has done great work over the years sharing this information across the country to various school safety stakeholders, but will now reach even more of them with the new SchoolSafety.gov website. I am very thankful to our government and others who have created this website to help school officials like myself keep our staff, students and communities safe."

SchoolSafety.gov – designed as a one-stop clearinghouse for resources to help K-12 administrators, educators, parents and law enforcement prepare for and address threats related to school safety, security and support – was created to reflect the recommendations of the Federal Commission on School Safety established by the Trump administration to review safety practices and make meaningful and actionable recommendations of best practices to keep students safe. The launch represents the first phase of SchoolSafety.gov, which will expand and refine resource materials in coordination with partners and stakeholders.

SchoolSafety.gov's additional resources include:

The School Safety Readiness Tool, an assessment that assists users in evaluating their respective schools' safety postures across 10 foundational elements of school safety

A secure information sharing platform for designated school personnel to share school safety ideas, practices, plans and tactics in a protected environment

A wide array of resources and best practices on key school safety topics to assist with building awareness within the school community to promote vigilance and build capacity to respond to incidents

"Studies show our children's learning improves when they feel safe," said Mark Williams, vice chairman of PASS. "The PASS Guidelines and School Safety and Security Checklist continue to be recognized, nationally and internationally, as a standard for helping schools navigate the complexity of implementing a layered and tiered approach to enhancing the safety and security of their environments."

The PASS guidelines and resources are tools for objective analysis by school officials, community stakeholders and solutions providers for assessing their current state and prioritizing school safety and security needs. The PASS Safety and Security Guidelines and School Security Checklist are provided at no charge as part of the mission to improve school safety and security. For more information, visit passk12.org.



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ORLANDO, FLA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020

Pharmica Consulting announced it will attend CHI's 11th Annual SCOPE Summit, geared to clinical operations executives and focusing on all facets of clinical trial planning and management. Pharmica will be discussing the importance of effective project management, portfolio management, patient engagement, and more.

"We have attended the SCOPE Summit every year and are excited to participate once again," said Matt Kiernan, Partner at Pharmica Consulting. "The conference is the ideal environment for networking and gaining knowledge on cutting edge innovation and insights on what the future of clinical development will hold. We are looking forward to sharing Pharmica's experiences within all aspects of clinical R&D and hearing what other industry leaders are focusing on."

"We're excited to spend a few days swapping stories with our friends and clients at SCOPE," said Eric Lake, Partner at Pharmica Consulting. "For years, Pharmica project managers have been working in all aspects of drug development for clients both large and small. We've listened to what our clients want, and that's project managers who have subject matter expertise – everything from drug development project managers and clinical program managers to study managers to more niche roles such as clinical supply chain and IRT project managers."

"We are eager to share what we've been doing from a project management perspective in the areas of drug development, regulatory, process improvement, pharmacovigilance, and more," said Greg Cohee, Partner at Pharmica Consulting. "We are aware of the demands and financial climate changes in the pharma industry and can't wait speak to attendees about our subject matter expertise and hear their experiences as well."

If attendees are looking for fun at SCOPE, Pharmica Consulting will host their annual cocktail reception in the outdoor Orchid Room at the Hyatt Regency Orlando, where the conference takes place, on Thursday, February 20th at 6:30 PM. Please visit https://www.pharmicaconsulting.com/2020-scope-cocktails-hors-doeuvres-reception/ for more information.

Those interested in learning more about Pharmica Consulting and service offerings or upcoming events can visit Pharmica's website. To request additional information, please contact Eric Lake at (973) 945-4482.

About Pharmica Consulting:
Pharmica Consulting, one of the life sciences industry's leading consulting firms, provides a variety of offerings designed to help pharmaceutical and biotech clients achieve true operational excellence. Consultants at Pharmica invest the time needed to truly understand a client's specific challenges and tailor solutions to help them create a more profitable business environment. Pharmica Consulting knows how to build effective strategies - and deliver against those strategies as promised.



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SILVER SPRING, MD. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has selected the SIA RISE Steering Committee as the 2020 recipient of the SIA Chairman's Award, which recognizes SIA members' diligent efforts in furthering the SIA mission and overall commitment to the association's future. SIA will present the award at The Advance, SIA's annual membership meeting, during ISC West.

The SIA RISE committee leads SIA's RISE community, which supports the advancement of young professionals in the security industry. RISE – which is open to all employees of SIA member companies under the age of 40 or those new to the industry – offers fun outings and networking events at top industry trade shows, career growth educational programs including webinars and tracks at ISC West and East, scholarships for education and professional development, thought leadership opportunities like RISE member profiles to highlight young professionals in the industry and AcceleRISE, a gathering for tomorrow's security leaders.

"The SIA RISE committee has had a remarkably successful year, growing its membership by record numbers, growing its outreach to young people in the security industry and supporting young professionals' career development in new and exciting ways," said Scott Schafer, chairman of the SIA Board of Directors. "The leaders of the committee have shown outstanding engagement of SIA members and the security industry, planned and executed innovative top-quality events and advanced the mission of fostering the careers of tomorrow's security leaders."

In the past year, SIA RISE saw a 240-percent increase in membership, expanded outreach to RISE members through launching a RISE newsletter and had a record number of applicants for the RISE Scholarship program, which awards five $3,000 scholarships each year to support SIA student members' and RISE members' education and career development goals. Additionally, the committee hosted the first-ever AcceleRISE, a gathering of tomorrow's security leaders featuring top-quality idea sharing, coaching, business skills development, networking and inspiration, Aug. 14-16 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

"The SIA RISE steering committee has built incredible momentum and awareness around young professional career development within the security industry. By providing young security professionals with events, trainings, scholarships, networking opportunities and other resources needed to accelerate their success, we witnessed an inspiringly receptive response from a community of future leaders who are truly committed to each other's growth," said Matt Feenan, marketing specialist at Axis Communications, Inc., and chairman of the SIA RISE committee. "It's an honor that SIA has chosen to present the RISE steering committee with the prestigious Chairman's Award. We're grateful that SIA and its members is committed to fostering the next generation of security industry professionals."

SIA RISE will host a happy hour event during ISC West on Thursday, March 19, at Topgolf Las Vegas. SIA invites all young security professionals to attend this lively outing featuring golf, cocktails and networking with peers. Learn more and RSVP.

The Advance will take place during ISC West 2020 on Tuesday, March 17, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. in the Sands Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. In addition to the presentation of the SIA Chairman's Award, attendees will enjoy a high-impact presentation from William Wilkins, executive director of global security operations at Valero Energy Corporation, on the chief security officer framework and key lessons for security professionals. SIA will also review key association business, exchange market intelligence for the year ahead and present the SIA Committee Chair of the Year Award, Member of the Year Award and Sandy Jones Volunteer of the Year Award. Attendees of The Advance will receive complimentary lunch and have the opportunity to network with industry colleagues. Learn more and register to attend.

About SIA
SIA is the leading trade association for global security solution providers, with over 1,000 innovative member companies representing thousands of security leaders and experts who shape the future of the security industry. SIA protects and advances its members' interests by advocating pro-industry policies and legislation at the federal and state levels, creating open industry standards that enable integration, advancing industry professionalism through education and training, opening global market opportunities and collaborating with other like-minded organizations. As the premier sponsor of ISC Events expos and conferences, SIA ensures its members have access to top-level buyers and influencers, as well as unparalleled learning and network opportunities. SIA also enhances the position of its members in the security marketplace through SIA GovSummit, which brings together private industry with government decision makers, and Securing New Ground, the security industry's top executive conference for peer-to-peer networking.



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KALAMAZOO, MICH. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020

"For The Birds," the first in a new series of family programs that takes a unique approach to inclusivity, is being offered at the Kalamazoo Valley Museum from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Feb. 22. The special event will include three unique performances, crafts, music, movement, live birds, storytelling, and a bird-themed quiet room for visitors with sensory needs. The program is free, but seating is limited. Advance tickets are available at kalamazoomuseum.org for three separate free performances.

Cheryl VanEngen and Kim Shaw, the author and illustrator of the book As You Grow, will be on hand during an 11 a.m. session with Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra education personnel, who will lead an interactive musical storybook presentation. While VanEngen reads, audience members will infuse the story with musical sounds and rhythms. Instruments and cuing assistance will be provided by the KSO. KSO staff will also be promoting their sensory-friendly concert/storybook program with a drawing for free concert tickets. The book As You Grow tells the story of a mother hummingbird, her babies, and their nest. It teaches the importance of humility, respect, and friendship. Copies of the book will be available for purchase, and the writer and illustrator will sign autographs.

At 12 p.m., staff from the Kalamazoo Nature Center will present their Birds of Prey program. See live birds and learn about their habitats and their characteristics. Uncle Kooky, also known as Aaron Wright, takes the stage at 1 p.m. with an energetic, interactive concert focused on birds and nature. He is a children's singer-songwriter who has performed for more than 25 years. Come sing along, dance, and move. Uncle Kooky CDs will be available for purchase.

Brenda and Rich Keith from the Kalamazoo River Valley Bird Observatory (a Kalamazoo Nature Center program) will explain how they band birds, including tiny hummingbirds. Bird banding is used to understand breeding and migration patterns. Misty Klotz and Lindsey Kemmerling from the Kellogg Bird Sanctuary will share information about their special bird programs and facilities. Autism Therapies staff will be present to offer ideas for your museum visits as well as how to enjoy birds and nature for families with children on the spectrum. BNK Treasures will have medical information seat belt covers and window clings available for purchase. These items are designed to alert rescue workers to children, adults, and family members with special needs.

A sign language interpreter will be present for all three presentations. The book, As You Grow, will be available on a large screen, and tools such as noise-canceling headphones, fidgets, weighted lap covers, stretch bands, wiggle cushions, and hummingbird puppets will be available. A quiet room with bird toys, puppets, games, activities, and puzzles will be available during the program. Calming materials such as a spinner, therapy ball seats, and Hukki stools will be at activity stations. A wide variety of bird-related arts and crafts will be open to all visitors from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Families are invited to come enjoy this inclusive, interactive program and to offer suggestions to make this and future programs even more welcoming and accommodating.

The Kalamazoo Valley Museum is operated by Kalamazoo Valley Community College and is governed by its Board of Trustees.



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FAIRFAX, VA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020

Join FirstService Residential, the leading residential community association management company in the Metro DC area, at Washington Metropolitan Chapter of Community Association Institute's (WMCCAI) 2020 Conference and Expo February 21 and 22 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. The expo is the largest event across all CAI chapters worldwide. FirstService Residential associates will join more than 2,100 industry professionals and residential community association board members for a comprehensive two-day event.

"We are delighted to attend this important event," said Michael Mendillo, president, FirstService Residential. "This conference offers a great opportunity for those serving on a condo or HOA board to gather new insights as well as network with industry experts. We are happy to be able to share the expertise we've gained through decades of working with communities and boards."

This year's expo features sessions covering association management trends and topics, as well as opportunities to share, learn, network and discuss challenges and solutions. FirstService Residential's team will be participating in Shoots and Ladders: A Team Approach to Project Planning. Join them Saturday, February 22 at 8:30 a.m., as they cover the various, and often complex, aspects of project management. Bernie Guthrie, CMCA, AMS, PCAM, regional director, FirstService Residential and Drew Ahrensdorf, vice president, FirstService Financial, will participate on the panel.

For every person who enters our booth raffle, FirstService Residential will donate $5 to the Alice Ferguson Foundation to support the promotion of the environmental sustainability of the Potomac River watershed. The Foundation's educational programs unite students, educators, park rangers, communities, regional organizations and government agencies throughout the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area toward a common goal of protecting the valuable watershed.

"We look forward to meeting with area community association board members, as well as helping to support an important initiative – by making a donation to the Alice Furguson Foundation," said Trent Harrison, president, MidAtlantic, FirstService Residential. "We look forward to helping make a difference for the environment."

Visit FirstService Residential's associates and industry experts at booth 701, to learn about the benefits of collaborating with a professional residential property management company, as well as help support the Alice Furguson Foundation, just by entering the booth raffle.

http://www.fsresidential.com

About FirstService Residential
FirstService Residential is North America's property management leader, partnering with 8,000 communities across the U.S. and Canada, including low-, mid- and high-rise condominiums and cooperatives; single-family communities; master-planned, lifestyle and active adult communities; and mixed-use and rental properties. HOAs, community associations and condos rely on their extensive experience, resources and local expertise to maximize property values and enhance their residents' lifestyles.

Dedicated to making a difference, every day, FirstService Residential goes above and beyond to deliver exceptional service. FirstService Residential is a subsidiary of FirstService Corporation (FSV), a North American leader in the property services sector. For more information, visit http://www.fsresidential.com.



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SAN ANTONIO (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020

In honor of National Donor Day Feb. 14, Northwest Vista College not only educates students, but also saves lives in San Antonio.

Since 2016, through blood drives on campus, 3,775 donors helped to save 11,325 lives, according to the South Texas Blood & Tissue Center.

In 2019, NVC had its biggest year and 1,288 students, employees and faculty donated blood – a 31% increase from the previous year. From 2016 to 2019, the five campuses that make up Alamo Colleges had 7,269 donors give blood, which resulted in saving over 21,000 lives. During a typical semester, there are several blood drives at each of the campuses - Northwest Vista College, San Antonio College, St. Philip's College, Palo Alto College and Northeast Lakeview.

But there are more lives to be saved. And now is an even more critical time. To start off the year, the South Texas Blood & Tissue Center experienced a shortage. Typically during the holidays, donations decline and many college campuses are closed. Students are a big supplier of blood. Several local hospitals had trauma cases recently that used dozens of units of blood, wiping out inventories.

Approximately 60% of the population is eligible to give blood at any one time, but less than 5% of those who are eligible actually make a donation. While all blood types are needed, the demand is especially high for type O-negative donors. O-negative donors make up just 7% of the population, but because O-negative blood can be used for any patient in an emergency, 12% of the orders from South Texas hospitals are O negative.

To encourage more students to donate, NVC and its sister colleges are taking on a new challenge. Each campus has a goal to snag about 10% of its daytime enrollment. In return, the South Texas Blood and Tissue Center will match the amount of blood given for food or supplies for each campus' food pantry. In the last few years, food pantries were started at Northwest Vista College, San Antonio College, St. Philip's College, Palo Alto College and Northeast Lakeview to respond to the rising need of students not able to eat on a daily basis.

"We want to be a resource for students. It's important not just to come to campus and ask for blood. If you are putting blood on our shelves, we want to put food on the shelves of your food pantries," said Vanessa Gonzales, a donor recruitment consultant with the South Texas Blood & Tissue Center.



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MIAMI (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020

Laurence Fishburne, the talented Academy Award-nominated actor, and one of the stars of the "John Wick" franchise and television programs like "Blackish", will introduce a new educational episode of the series "Behind The Scenes". In this episode, medical professionals will discuss the spread of contagious viruses, including the Flu, and how individuals and organizations can be vigilant in helping combat infection. The segment is designed to be informative and enlightening for viewing audiences.

Each year, at the outset of flu season, the public is flooded with information regarding safety precautions and necessary steps to prevent illness... and for good reason. Recently, the flu has been responsible or partially responsible for over ten thousand deaths every year. In the 2019-2020 flu season, the CDC estimated that between twenty three and thirty one million cases of the flu would be transmitted, meaning an extremely active timeframe for the virus and the possibility of even more loss of life than recent years.

As many are aware, receiving a flu vaccine every year is one of the most effective methods of preventing transmission of the virus. Not only does a flu shot help individuals protect their own health, but it also reduces stress on the healthcare and hospital systems, which often absorb hundreds of thousands of medical visits that are flu-related. Additionally, individuals and families can use additional preventative measures, such as sanitizing their hands as well as their homes, offices, and locations of frequent visitation.

These are also helpful to prevent the transmission of other viruses, germs, and diseases that can be hazardous to consumer health. As concern over the recent coronavirus outbreak in the Wuhan region of China continues to escalate, and with the death toll now over one thousand, many are effectively changing their habits and taking further precautions to keep themselves and their families healthy.

This segment of the program will feature leaders in the field of infectious disease and virus protection who will discuss why these steps are so critical, and the future outlook of disease prevention and safety.

"Behind The Scenes" is hosted by Laurence Fishburne, and is anchored by a veteran development and production team that have won numerous awards for their achievements in educational television. The content produced by the program is quality checked prior to dissemination to a national television audience.



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AVERILL PARK, N.Y. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020

The American Meditation Institute (AMI) today announced three winners of the first-ever National Conscience Month scholarship contest. High school students competed for the scholarships by submitting original artistic creations inspired by their personal use or non-use of their conscience.

Contest winners were selected by a panel of judges from The American Meditation Institute and The New York State Writer's Institute. Each winner will receive a $500 scholarship award for higher education. The scholarship contest is co-sponsored by the Agrawal Family Foundation, COGENCY GLOBAL, and Key Private Bank.

Contest winners are:

Creative Writing: Maya Healey, Niskayuna High School, Niskayuna, New York;

Video: Josh Geci, New Hartford Senior High School, New Hartford, New York;

Visual Art (two-dimensional): Lillian Kronau, Averill Park High School, Poestenkill, New York.

Winning submissions can be viewed at https://consciencemonth.org.

Launching in January, 2020 with the mission of encouraging individuals across the nation to practice using their conscience as their guide, National Conscience Month is designed to work in partnership with citizens, governments, school systems, faith leaders, non-profits, community organizations and corporations across the United States. The annual month-long observance identifies January as an auspicious time to celebrate and raise awareness about the value of using your conscience as an inspired guide in making better decisions.

According to Leonard Perlmutter, founder of The American Meditation Institute and originator of National Conscience Month, "If we can learn to follow the sage advice of our Conscience in determining which thoughts to think, words to speak, and actions to take, we will definitely live happier, healthier lives. One by one, we have the power to change both our present and our future."

The 2021 scholarship contest is now open for submissions. High schoolers can enter the contest through January 15, 2021.

About the American Meditation Institute
The American Meditation Institute is a 501(c)3 non-profit educational organization devoted to the teaching and practice of Yoga Science, meditation and its allied disciplines as mind/body medicine. In its holistic approach to wellness, AMI combines the healing arts of the East with the practicality of modern Western science. The American Meditation Institute offers a wide variety of classes, retreats, and teacher training programs. AMI also publishes "Transformation" a quarterly journal of meditation as holistic mind/body medicine. Call 518.674.8714 for a mail or email subscription.



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AVERILL PARK, N.Y. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020

The American Meditation Institute (AMI) today announced three winners of the first-ever National Conscience Month scholarship contest. High school students competed for the scholarships by submitting original artistic creations inspired by their personal use or non-use of their conscience.

Contest winners were selected by a panel of judges from The American Meditation Institute and The New York State Writer's Institute. Each winner will receive a $500 scholarship award for higher education. The scholarship contest is co-sponsored by the Agrawal Family Foundation, COGENCY GLOBAL, and Key Private Bank.

Contest winners are:

Creative Writing: Maya Healey, Niskayuna High School, Niskayuna, New York;

Video: Josh Geci, New Hartford Senior High School, New Hartford, New York;

Visual Art (two-dimensional): Lillian Kronau, Averill Park High School, Poestenkill, New York.

Winning submissions can be viewed at https://consciencemonth.org.

Launching in January, 2020 with the mission of encouraging individuals across the nation to practice using their conscience as their guide, National Conscience Month is designed to work in partnership with citizens, governments, school systems, faith leaders, non-profits, community organizations and corporations across the United States. The annual month-long observance identifies January as an auspicious time to celebrate and raise awareness about the value of using your conscience as an inspired guide in making better decisions.

According to Leonard Perlmutter, founder of The American Meditation Institute and originator of National Conscience Month, "If we can learn to follow the sage advice of our Conscience in determining which thoughts to think, words to speak, and actions to take, we will definitely live happier, healthier lives. One by one, we have the power to change both our present and our future."

The 2021 scholarship contest is now open for submissions. High schoolers can enter the contest through January 15, 2021.

About the American Meditation Institute
The American Meditation Institute is a 501(c)3 non-profit educational organization devoted to the teaching and practice of Yoga Science, meditation and its allied disciplines as mind/body medicine. In its holistic approach to wellness, AMI combines the healing arts of the East with the practicality of modern Western science. The American Meditation Institute offers a wide variety of classes, retreats, and teacher training programs. AMI also publishes "Transformation" a quarterly journal of meditation as holistic mind/body medicine. Call 518.674.8714 for a mail or email subscription.



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BALTIMORE (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020

Sylvan Learning is in a league of its own—no other supplemental and enrichment education brand can boast the success enjoyed by the brand, whose proven model and 40-year-rich brand awareness has resulted in more than 750 points of presence. These differentiators, among many others, have allowed Sylvan Learning to make a name for itself as a legacy brand in the supplemental education space. Now, after another successful year, the brand is gearing up for explosive growth.

"2019 was a banner year for Sylvan Learning's franchise development," said Georgia Chasen, Vice President of Franchise Development. "Last year, Sylvan Learning brought on 52 new franchisees and opened 24 centers, in both domestic and international markets. Over the last four years, we've attracted more than 200 new franchisees to the Sylvan Learning system and we are confident that the trend will continue in 2020."

According to Chasen, a new generation of entrepreneurs is choosing Sylvan Learning over the competition because of the brand's industry-leading support infrastructure, passionate network of franchisees and expert leadership team. "Both our franchisees and corporate owners are mission-driven and do everything they can to drive success for the number one priority: the students," said Chasen.

Sylvan Learning has been paving the way for student success thanks to industry-leading technology like the personalized learning platform SylvanSync, proven ACT/SAT test prep curricula, in-demand STEM courses and more. That said, it's not only a brand's offering or model that drives success—it's the people. With an incredible network of franchisees, the Sylvan Learning team positions their owners for continued success as part of the growing family, including an opportunity as rewarding financially as it is emotionally.

"This year, we've made several internal investments to create a stronger franchise opportunity," said CEO John McAuliffe. "This includes developing a new scheduling and admin system to create easier operations, as well as migrating internal technology to the cloud to create more reliable platforms. We've also invested in an in-home tutoring program and hope to roll that out system-wide next year. Through these innovations, we've stabilized the system and are excited for franchisees to reap the benefits of these internal investments in 2020."

Looking to the future, McAuliffe explains that the brand is hoping to increase its points of presence by 40 in 2020. "In addition to internal innovation, we've invested heavily in franchise development and marketing by creating a strong team to find qualified candidates," said McAuliffe. "Since our system is over 40 years old, we naturally had a large number of seasoned owners interested in retiring and exiting the system. This led to a significant number of resale locations, but now we are seeing a growing interest in purchasing new territories."

"For 2020, Sylvan Learning's franchise development will focus on both established markets and candidate outreach in communities we know will benefit from a Sylvan Learning center," said Chasen. "We have open territories all over the country and internationally and encourage candidates to reach out from any state. A few markets we've pinpointed as prime for expansion include Chicago, Atlanta, Denver and Northern California."

After this unprecedented year of expansion, it is clear that 2020 is an exciting time to join the Sylvan Learning franchise family. "With our significant investment in back-of-house infrastructure, operational efficiency, curriculum innovation and franchisee support, the Sylvan Learning brand and team is positioned for 40 more years of success."

The startup costs for a Sylvan Learning range from $68,680 to $159,085. The franchise fee is $24,000. To learn more about franchising with Sylvan Learning, visit https://sylvanfranchise.com/.

ABOUT SYLVAN LEARNING, LLC
With more than 40 years of experience and more than 750 points of presence throughout North America, Sylvan Learning is the leading provider of personal learning for students in grades K-12. Sylvan is transforming how students learn, inspiring them to succeed in school and in life. Sylvan's proven tutoring approach blends amazing teachers with SylvanSync technology on the iPad for an engaging learning experience. Sylvan also leads the way with Sylvan EDGE—STEM and accelerated courses and Sylvan Prep —college and test prep courses. Sylvan supports families through every stage of the academic journey. For more information, visit http://www.SylvanLearning.com or http://www.sylvanlearning.com/blog.




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BOSTON (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020

For more information, please contact:
Greg Gatlin at 617-573-8428, ggatlin@suffolk.edu

Suffolk University Included in List of "Military Friendly Schools" for 2020
Cited for support, academic policies, commitment and more

Suffolk University has been named a 2020-2021 Military Friendly School in recognition of its specialized programs for military members as well as academic initiatives, activities, and dedicated resources for veterans.

The University has a long history of welcoming returning veterans and has numerous programs in place to support student veterans financially, emotionally and academically. Suffolk joined the Yellow Ribbon G.I. Education Enhancement Program in 2009 and is one of the most generous Yellow Ribbon Program schools in Boston. Additionally Suffolk:

Waives the admission application fee for active service members and veterans

Offers Green Zone Training, which educates faculty and staff on the challenges student veterans face when transitioning from military service to becoming a student. The University currently has 130 faculty and staff members with Green Zone Training.

Provides a customized student orientation/mentoring program for military students at the undergraduate level.

Has strong community ties with area nonprofits that focus on veterans, including Four Block, which helps transitioning veterans quickly begin to have a positive impact on their communities

Suffolk University also offers the Veterans Upward Bound program to foster success.

Suffolk University goes above and beyond the Military Friendly standard, particularly in the areas of academic policies, admission and orientation, culture and commitment, and military student support and retention, according to the Military Friendly program, which sets standards "that measure an organization's commitment, effort and success in creating sustainable and meaningful benefit for the military community."

"We are proud of our student veterans and active duty service members, and grateful for their service," said Suffolk University President Marisa Kelly. "Veterans and active duty military personnel contribute a great deal to our community, and we are focused on ensuring they have the support and services to succeed at Suffolk and reach their goals."

The Military Friendly ratings program describes itself "as an advocacy vehicle encouraging civilian organizations to invest in programs to recruit, retain and advance veterans as employees, entrepreneurs and students."
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Suffolk University, located in historic downtown Boston, with an international campus in Madrid, is a student-centered institution distinguished by excellence in education and scholarship. Suffolk University offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs. Its mission is to empower graduates to be successful locally, regionally and globally.




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MURRIETA, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020

Murrieta Genomics, the provider of genomics services and a launch pad for genomic sequencing startups, will be hosting a lunch and learn event on February 25th from 11:30 am to 1 pm at the University of California Riverside (UCR) Multidisciplinary Research Building. Entrepreneurs, researchers and interested members of the public are invited to attend this free event, but must register in advance.

"This will be a great opportunity for people to learn about some of the advances and applications in genomic sequencing that are driving precision medicine, precision agriculture and many other emerging industries," stated John Powers, President of Murrieta Genomics. "As a genomic sequencing incubator, we are always looking at new ideas and potential business opportunities in this space."

The inaugural lunch event will focus on Murrieta Genomics and some of the companies that the incubator is working with.

"We are a true incubator," continued Powers. "We don't charge bench fees or administrative charges to our companies. We want to help them validate their science through our next generation sequencing lab. At the same time, we work with them to develop a viable business model. By the time they leave the incubator they should be well on the way to commercialization."

Murrieta Genomics has been meeting and working with UCR researchers since the company's inception. Genomic sequencing plays a large part in both precision medicine and precision agriculture, two areas of focus of the research university. This lunch event is designed to encourage collaboration and networking between university staff, students and the local business community.

Lunch is provided by Beckman Coulter Life Sciences. For more than 75 years, Beckman Coulter develops, manufactures and markets products that simplify, automate and innovate complex biomedical testing, research and manufacturing. Scientists use Beckman's life science research instruments such as centrifuges, cellular analyzers and particle counters, flow cytometers, and genomics kits and automation, to study complex biological problems including causes of disease and potential new therapies or drugs.

"We are very happy to sponsor this event," stated Kelli Roinick Webb, Senior Life Science Research Sales Consultant for Beckman Coulter. "Advances in genomic sequencing are driving new discoveries on a daily basis, and we are very pleased to support the researchers in academics and private industry that are developing great new ideas."

Murrieta Genomics holds office hours at UCR's Wet Labe Incubator every Tuesday from 11 am to 3 pm. During office hours, researchers and entrepreneurs from the community can discuss advances in genomics technologies and the company's core service capabilities with the company's principals.

Future topics for the "Lunch'n'Learn" series will be precision agriculture, gene assembly, advanced data analytics and other topics suggested by UCR researchers that will have direct applications to the University's areas of interest.

About Murrieta Genomics
Murrieta Genomics provides access to next generation sequencing technology for researchers in the health, veterinary, agriculture, forensics and direct to consumer industries. The company is a true business incubator, offering mentorship and guidance from both the scientific and business perspective to aspiring genomic-related entrepreneurs. The founders of Murrieta Genomics have extensive background in business, finance, science and technology. They are supplemented with a prestigious advisory board from both business and science. The company provides Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) services, hands-on consulting, review, appraisal and guidance. In addition, it provides help with company value propositions and potential seed funding support to qualified incubator graduates. For more information visit http://www.murrietagenomics.com.

Murrieta Genomics is part of the Murrieta Innovation Center, a building owned by the city of Murrieta and dedicated to supporting life science companies. The Innovation Center has medical device, therapeutic, software, clinical research and of course genomic companies that are working hard to advance new ideas and innovations that can impact the world in a positive way. The Center is also a resource for all types of local startup companies, offering services and workshops from a local SBDC, several veteran organizations, a SCORE branch and more.



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SAN RAFAEL, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020

From June 1-5 and July 13-17 campers get the chance to improve their soccer skills and learn about the game globally with Advantage Academy powered by Nike Soccer Camps at Live Oak. Advantage Academy gives campers a soccer camp that brings people together and gives them an advantage over competition. All abilities are welcome, ages ranging from 6-13 years old.

The camp is coached by Thaddaeus Taylor and Hayden Taylor who have played soccer at the highest levels. Both coaches have experience playing in the United States as well as oversees. Their ambition and obsession with soccer has led them to coaching. Coaches Thaddaeus and Hayden create a competitive and fun environment allowing campers to become masters of the ball.

"This camp focuses on improving campers' skills and technique," says Renee Chapman VP of Nike Soccer Camps. "Coaches Thaddaeus and Hayden's passion for soccer is seen through their genuine interest in each camper's development. Campers leave with an appreciation for the game and a desire to keep improving."

For five days the camp is held at the local hotspot, the SoccerZone. With exciting exercises and video evaluations campers won't want to leave. Campers see the benefits of this camp instantly giving them the edge over competition.

Players, Coaches, and Parents interested in learning more can visit Nike Soccer Camps or call 1-800-645-3226.

About US Sports Camps

US Sports Camps (USSC), headquartered in San Rafael, California, is America's largest sports camp network and the licensed operator of Nike Sports Camps. The company has offered summer camps since 1975 with the same mission that defines it today: to shape a lifelong enjoyment of athletics through high-quality sports education and skill enhancement.



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SAN RAFAEL, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020

US Sports Camps recently announced the re-opening of its Hoosier Junior Golf Camp at Indiana University for 2020. Hosted by the IU Men's Golf Team and Head Coach, Mike Mayer, the summer golf camp is an opportunity for players from across the country to receive instruction from Division I coaches and expose themselves to the IU campus culture.

"We are thrilled to be hosting a junior golf camp again at Indiana University," says Coach Mayer. "Our team short game facility continues to be one of the best in the country and, with the addition of the Pfau Course at Indiana University, we feel we have one of the best overall golf facilities in the Midwest. The Pfau Course will give our campers an opportunity to play and train at one of the top collegiate courses in the country. We anxiously look forward to hosting junior golfers from around the country this summer at our Hoosier Golf Camp."

Mike Mayer enters his 22nd season as the head coach for Indiana University Men's Golf and has boasted an impressive track record during his tenure at the helm. Apart from the impressive tournament results by the team and individual IU players over the past 21 seasons, his players have also excelled academically. The Hoosier men's golf team has posted a perfect Academic Progress Rate score of 1000 in each of the last 12 years.

"We are very happy to be back with Coach Mayer at Indiana University," said Jason West, senior vice-president for US Sports Camps, Inc. "He always assembles a great staff of college coaches to join him and our campers now have full access to what is absolutely one of the best college golf facilities anywhere in the country."

The new Pfau Course at Indiana University includes an 18-hole championship golf course that stretches to 7900 yards from the back tees and includes 147 bunkers, a two-sided practice range, and a short game facility of its own which includes a large putting complex and two pitching/chipping greens.

The Hoosier Junior Golf Camp offers one overnight camp session from June 21-25, 2020. Each day, campers shuttle to the Pfau Course at IU for training at the practice facility and on-course instruction with the camp staff. The camp includes all lodging (on campus at IU), meals, greens fees, golf instruction and evening activities. The camp is open to any and all entrants and is only limited by age, gender and number.

Players, coaches, and parents interested in learning more can visit Nike Golf Camps.

About US Sports Camps

US Sports Camps, Inc., located in San Rafael, CA, is America's largest sports camp company and is the licensed operator of NIKE Sports Camps in the U.S. and Canada. US Sports Camps offers over 1,000 locations nationwide across 18 different sports.



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BLOOMINGTON, ILL. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020

Gaggle, the pioneer in helping K-12 districts manage student safety on school-provided technology, today announced that Georgia's fifth-largest school district is implementing its student safety technology. Clayton County Public Schools (CCPS) in Jonesboro, Ga., is comprised of 37 elementary, 14 middle, and 11 high schools, and will use the technology to protect its students and ensure their safety and well-being in digital learning spaces.

Since 1999, Gaggle has helped districts across the country protect students, avoid tragedies, save lives and protect against district liability by monitoring digital spaces and responding to safety issues and threats. The Gaggle safety solution uses a robust combination of both artificial intelligence and trained safety experts to provide real-time analysis and review of students' use of online collaboration platforms, such as Google's G Suite for Education, Microsoft Office 365 and Canvas while proactively identifying and supporting students who are personally struggling; and creating a safer school environment by building a culture for improved digital citizenship.

"Here in Clayton County – we are committed to meeting the physical, emotional, and social needs of our 54,000 students. Each and every student needs all of the academic guidance that we can provide, but they also need a high level of support to ensure that they are okay mentally, emotionally, and socially and with the addition of Gaggle, we now have an additional resource to assist with keeping our students safe," said Rod Smith, chief of technology at CCPS.

Gaggle proactively assists districts 24/7 in the prevention of harmful situations. An in-house team of trained safety professionals with backgrounds in law enforcement, psychology, social work, suicide prevention and crisis management evaluate flagged content for false positives, categorizes incidents and determines their severity. The team then alerts district personnel to policy violations, inappropriate content, critical mental health issues and imminent danger to students. Over the past 20 years, Gaggle has scanned more than 13 billion pieces of student content, flagging over 151 million items for review by its team of safety experts who look for signs of self-harm and depression, thoughts of suicide, substance abuse, cyberbullying and credible threats of violence against others.

"We live in an era where K-12 districts can't just think about the physical security of their students and staff; they also have to worry about all aspects of security," said Gaggle CEO, Jeff Patterson. "We applaud Clayton County schools in choosing to proactively take action to protect their students from harming themselves or others—before a disaster happens."

About Gaggle | https://www.gaggle.net

Since 1999, Gaggle has been the leader in helping K-12 districts manage student safety on school-provided technology. Using a robust combination of both artificial intelligence and trained safety experts, the safety solution proactively assists districts 24/7/365 in the prevention of student suicide, bullying, inappropriate behaviors, school violence, and other harmful situations. Most importantly, Gaggle continues to help hundreds of districts avoid tragedies and save lives, while also protecting their liability. In the 2018-19 academic year, Gaggle has helped districts save the lives of more than 700 students who were planning or actually attempting suicide. For more information, visit https://www.gaggle.net and follow Gaggle on Twitter at @Gaggle_K12.



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THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 14, 2020

Othram, the leading forensic sequencing laboratory for law enforcement, is working with an anthropologist from Southeast Missouri State University to use forensic genealogy to help identify human remains found on a farm in Charleston, Missouri, in 1979.

Associate Professor of Anthropology at Southeast Missouri State University, Jennifer Bengtson, inherited the case when she joined the faculty in 2012. The highly fragmented remains were burned and unidentifiable through traditional testing methods. Bengtson committed herself to establishing an identity for the remains and also wanted to leverage this case as a learning opportunity for her students. She and her students reopened the case and began the process of reanalysis for age, sex, ancestry, and stature. In 2015, the case was entered into NamUs, a national information clearinghouse and resource center for missing, unidentified, and unclaimed persons across the US. In 2016, a bone sample was sent to the University of North Texas for CODIS testing, but with no successful hit to a known identity.

As Bengtson heard more about the growing success of forensic genealogy in solving cold cases, she decided to incorporate these tools into her analysis of this case and educational program.

"The more I started to hear about forensic genealogy in the news, the more I thought these methods could help with this case," Bengtson commented. "One of the things that I emphasize to my students is that they need to learn to work and communicate with specialists from a variety of disciplines."

Bengtson started a donation page to raise funding for the project and decided to partner with Othram for Forensic-Grade Genome Sequencing to reconstruct a genome from the remains. Othram's forensic genealogy team, led by Anthony and Lee Redgrave, will provide genetic genealogical research support and allow Bengtson's students to be part of the investigative process.

"We are excited to assist on such a challenging case," David Mittelman, Othram CEO commented, "our lab specializes in reconstructing genomes from heavily degraded and contaminated evidence."

Anthony Redgrave, whose doctoral work in Transformative Leadership in Education focuses on forensic genealogy education and training for law enforcement, developed a virtual classroom experience for Bengtson's students. Bengtson's students will use the virtual classroom to stay involved in the identification effort. He has also created a depiction of what the deceased may have looked like in life, using digital compositing and painting techniques. Redgrave worked with photos of the deceased's skull and partial mandible to make the image. "I hope that putting a face to these remains will help the public to connect with the case and possibly even jar someone's memory about this man," Redgrave stated. "Forensic art is also very helpful in forensic genealogy cases because having a good depiction of an unidentified individual can be a good clue to researchers."

Donations to the Southeast Missouri State University Anthropology's efforts to investigate this case can be made here.

About Othram Inc.:
Othram is the world's first private DNA laboratory built specifically to apply the power of modern parallel sequencing to forensic evidence. Our scientists are experts at recovery, enrichment, and analysis of human DNA from trace amounts of degraded or contaminated materials. We are passionate about developing and deploying new genomic technologies in dedicated forensic environments. Founded in 2018, and located in The Woodlands, Texas, our team works with academic researchers, forensic scientists, medical examiners, and law enforcement agencies to achieve results when other approaches failed. Follow Othram on Twitter @OthramTech or visit Othram (http://request.othram.com) to learn how we can help you with your case.

About Southeast Missouri State University:
Southeast Missouri State University is a comprehensive university with numerous national and international academic accreditations. In addition to offering more than 145 undergraduate majors, 100 minors and more than 75 graduate programs, Southeast continues to focus on staying ahead of changing market demands. With nearly 11,000 students, Southeast is an ideal size to take advantage of critical learning and extracurricular opportunities.




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SPRINGFIELD, MASS. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 14, 2020

American International College (AIC) will offer a Master of Science in Cannabis Science and Commerce beginning fall semester 2020, the first of its kind in this region.

The 30-credit, hybrid graduate program is designed for individuals interested in a career in the cannabis industry and will provide students with an understanding of the science, business, and legal issues associated with the cannabis industry. The program offers education in the areas of basic science including chemistry, horticulture, cultivation, uses, and delivery systems; business management, marketing, and operations; and federal and state laws and policies.

According to a March 2020 jobs report issued by Leafly, the world's largest cannabis website, over the past four years, legal cannabis supports nearly a quarter of a million jobs. That equates to a 15% annual uptick in employment. The multi-billion dollar cannabis industry continues to be the single greatest job creation engine nationally, growing at a faster rate than any other industry in the same timeframe.

AIC's Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs Mika Nash, EdD, says, "American International College is excited to introduce a graduate level program that offers courses focused on developing business acumen in a field that is experiencing a meteoric rise. AIC is positioning itself to be an educational leader in this flourishing industry in order to ensure our students have job opportunities upon graduation."

With medical marijuana legal in thirty-three states and Washington DC, and recreational marijuana now legal in eleven states and the nation's capital, The U.S. Cannabis Report 2019 Industry Outlook, projects annual sales of medical and recreational cannabis will continue to rise over the next several years, reaching nearly $30 billion by 2025. This rapidly emerging market offers burgeoning employment and entrepreneurial opportunities for the future.

For more information regarding the AIC's Master of Science in Cannabis Science and Commerce, please visit http://www.aic.edu/cannabis.



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LAS VEGAS (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 14, 2020

It all started back in 2010, when Jennifer Martinez (Founder) was delighted that her daughter, Isabella Martinez (Creator), started drawing these heart-shaped characters and knew she was on to something special. The Heartsters have now become a circle of friends on a mission to support children navigate through any life challenge including a health condition or illness, a disability or just having a bad day.

"It has been an exciting journey to take Isabella's original drawings and bring the characters to life with their large heart-shaped head, a unique personality and their positive messages" Jennifer Martinez, said. We want the Heartsters to be known as relatable characters who are inclusive to children around the world through showing love, support and kindness, so that every child can reach their fullest potential. "Our saying is Be Brave, Be Kind, Be a Heartster."

February 14th and specifically Valentine's Day is an important milestone for the Heartsters because it represents the unconditional love our characters have towards children. Equally important, February is Heart Health Month where there is significant outreach to encourage healthy living habits to improve heart health and to decrease the risks of heart disease.

As part of the Heartsters community outreach, the Company formed a partnership with the Down Syndrome Organization of Southern Nevada https://www.dsosn.org/ to help bring awareness to children and adults with Down Syndrome which included creating a character named, Joey. Jennifer Martinez has a strong commitment to volunteerism in her hometown of Las Vegas. Over the past few years, Martinez has been actively involved with the American Red Heart Association's Go Red for Women event which raises awareness to the impact heart disease and strokes have on women with the goal to save more lives.

The Heartsters website provides a wealth of information about our characters, an online store with the ability to donate to our favorite non-profit organizations and our newly released e-book called Courage. We encourage children around the world to read Courage and send us your feedback.

About Heartsters, LLC
Heartsters, LLC is a women-owned organization that was formed to deliver messages of love, kindness and bravery. For more information, please visit https://heartsters.com, email info@heartsters.com, or call 702.358.3603.



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PALO ALTO, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 14, 2020

Sister companies, Special Learning Inc. and ABA Business Growth, are offering ABA organizations a unique webinar series - "BIG MONEY IN ABA". The series explores the challenges, risks, and opportunities of private equity investment and acquisition in the field. Join the next webinar in the series on March 25, 2020 at: https://bit.ly/2OU6lxg

Since 2010, more than 60 private equity firms have entered and left the field, buying and selling nearly 150 ABA service provider organizations. With targeted acquisitions of the largest ABA agencies and subsequent follow-on acquisitions, it would not be inaccurate to estimate the combined market share of PE-backed organizations as high as 70% to 80%. What does this mean? Who's buying? Who's selling? Who's winning? Who's losing?

The Big Money in ABA Webinar Series addresses these questions and more by reviewing data gathered over 6 months, with thousands of hours of investment to begin to piece together the real story.

In this series participants will...

be able to operationally identify "winners and "losers" and the resulting impact on the field of behavior analysis..

be able to analyze the correlation between the state Autism Insurance Mandates and Private Equity activity in the Autism industry.

be able to list the top 10 largest PE-backed platform companies and individual ABA agencies that make up the platform.

be able to list the top 10 private equity companies that are currently active in the field.

be able to list the private equity companies that have exited the field.

be able to describe the profile of attractive acquisition targets and key elements that affect valuation.

be able to describe the deal process from term sheet to closing.

JOIN THE LIVE WEBINAR - MARCH 25, 2020 12pm – 2pm CST. (https://bit.ly/2OU6lxg)

ABA Business Growth and Special Learning are excited to announce the launch of the website http://www.BigMoneyinABA.com on Wednesday, February 19th



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SCOTTSDALE, ARIZ. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 14, 2020

Deer Tribe Metis Medicine Society (DTMMS)

In this world of "New Age" everything, it is very hard to separate fact from fiction. Sometimes, the old ways just might be the right spiritual path. In any event, tradition should at least get a vote when you are looking for a path to pursue. One such path that has withstood the test of time and has a global student body is the Sweet Medicine SunDance Path supported and taught through the Deer Tribe Metis Medicine Society (DTMMS). Through traditional teachings and ceremonies, the vision of DTMMS is to inspire beauty, excellence and knowledge so that all people gain direct access to peace, happiness and a higher sense of purpose.

The Deer Tribe Metis Medicine Society (DTMMS) is home to the Sweet Medicine SunDance Path and seeks to transform the experience of all life through empowerment, hope and inspiration. Spiritual seekers who attend DTMMS programs discover how to make a difference in the world through personal growth.

Sacred Law School & the 30 Sacred Laws: What is it?

What can we learn from the 30 Sacred Laws? From the Sweet Medicine SunDance Path, it is said that these Laws teach us to hear the spirit of nature's voice and to learn from nature's guidance. They are an adventure into discovering your truth, values, and bottom-line principles—creating the foundation for a true dharmic lifestyle in alignment with nature. There is a special emphasis on learning to apply the Laws to your relationship with yourself, others, and Spirit. The result is that you become a healthy cell in Great Spirit's body.

Sacred Law School provides a unique container in which to explore concepts and knowledge that works within the Sweet Medicine SunDance path. The weekends include teachings, group workings, ceremony, personal time and camaraderie in beautiful locations.

Claudia van Corva, Ph.D. and Joerg van Corva, M.A., blend spiritual teachings from the Sweet Medicine SunDance Path with their backgrounds in chemistry, critical thinking, and philosophy. The Sacred Law School workshop is offered in Phoenix, Chicago, Toronto, Germany and Australia. Visit https://dtmms.org/programs/sacred-law-school/ or http://www.sacredlaws.org for more information.

Red Lodge Longhouse 2020 - Open Enrollment

The Red Lodge Longhouse Program, offered by DTMMS, provides teachings that are designed for self-growth and a personal journey into one's undiscovered self. Students of the Red Lodge Program describe it as "the ceremonial guidebook to spiritual growth". This program combines some of the greatest wisdom from various ancient traditions in a useful way for our contemporary world. You will not find these teachings anywhere else.

The program helps you find your own spiritual expansion in ways you can apply in your life and to the greater community. The Red Lodge Program offers the tools to ground your spirituality into your lifestyle and teaches you how to be part of the solution instead of the problem. Red Lodge is the experience of magic, matrix, and potential for harmony.

The Red Lodge Longhouse meets six or seven times over a 12-month period — once every other month for six weekends and an additional week that includes a full ceremonial experience in nature. Don't miss it. The first session in Arizona starts Friday, February 21st.
Visit https://dtmms.org/programs/red-lodge/ for more information. Contact Debra Laughlin at shiningfox@cox.net or 602-799-8564            

Desert Dreaming - A Woman's Retreat: March 5th - 8th

Don't miss these magical, peaceful, and enriching teachings on the feminine at a special location in the heart of Scottsdale for three days of natural beauty, creativity, empowerment, renewing ceremony, and dreaming.

This yearly residential retreat is designed to allow women to dream together and renew their bonds of sisterhood. In this workshop, participants drum, sing, and do ceremony in nature together, as well as receive teachings about the feminine from the Sweet Medicine SunDance Path.

The Star Nation Dreamer's Sisterhood in Phoenix sponsors this yearly event. Barbara Brachi, the lead facilitator & teacher, is an internationally renowned instructor who will guide the participants into the "Dreaming". The Desert Dreaming workshop is March 5-8th in Scottsdale Arizona. For more information, visit https://dtmms.org/events/

Friends of the Deer Tribe

The Friends of the Deer Tribe is a new outreach program available to the public and is designed for introductory teachings, products, and information about the various programs offered by DTMMS. Some of these programs include Rites of Passage, LongHouse programs, healing ceremonies, physical mastery classes, community ceremonies, and enhanced relationship workshops. For more information, go to https://friendsofthedeertribe.org.

More About DTMMS

Visit dtmms.org to learn about 2020 events around the world including women's retreats, martial arts seminars, and ceremonial programs in the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Australia. Go to https://twitter.com/DeerTribe and https://www.facebook.com/DTMMS/ for more details about DTMMS



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KANSAS CITY, MO. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 14, 2020

In 2019, higher ed organizations partnering with iModules, the industry's leading fundraising and engagement software, saw a 7.8% increase in donors and a 10.5% increase in dollars raised year-over-year. Overall, the iModules Encompass platform processed nearly $419 million in gifts from more than one million donation transactions in 2019. Four-year public institutions raised 13.6% more in 2019 while four-year private institutions raised 9.3% more.

Among iModules customer base, the average online gift size was $407.42, up from $401 in 2018. Four-year private institutions experienced an average online gift size of $451, compared to a $348 average online gift size for four-year public institutions.

"We're both excited and proud to celebrate another year of landmark growth for our customers in higher education," said Craig Heldman, president and CEO of iModules. "These metrics are proof that the enhancements we continue to make to the Encompass platform empower our customers to raise more money and engage their constituents more strategically."

Recent enhancements to iModules Encompass platform include:

The introduction of the Engagement Metrics Dashboard, a new tool that leverages institutional and peer data to help organizations identify how constituents are engaged so they can strengthen communication strategies and improve fundraising efforts

Prioritization and versioning within the new email marketing tool to further personalize e-communications and ensure the right audience receives the most relevant messages

Enhanced email reporting featuring a combined rollup of all community messages for key statistics

New connectors, making it easier to move constituent data between Encompass and an organization's database of record

Digital Wallet support with new integrations to simplify a constituent's online giving experience for fundraising success

Additional security enhancements to protect constituent data

About Encompass
Encompass by iModules is an integrated solution that features a content management system, email marketing, online giving, event management, social media integration, and is database independent for compatibility. Each of these tools gives iModules customers the power to make strategic, data-driven marketing decisions that incite constituents to act, all while helping advancement teams gain operational efficiency, increase engagement, elevate fundraising efforts, and build their brand legacy.

In 2019, the Encompass platform outperformed historical benchmarks:

More than 1.9 million online transactions were processed spanning gifts, membership, and paid events

iModules customers used Encompass to execute more than 69,000 events

There were more than 1.2 billion email communications deployed

About iModules
Powerful technology. Inspired engagement. Lifelong relationships. More than 800 higher education institutions partner with iModules to drive larger gifts, increase event attendance and membership, and improve participation rates through data-driven, meaningful engagement. Learn more at http://www.imodules.com.




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SEATTLE (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 14, 2020

The Product Development Academy today announced it was expanding its direct learning destinations beyond China to include Australia, and the US so that students participating in its business development program had more options to learn and meet with contract manufacturers, retailers, and distributors.

"The Product Development Academy is all about giving people with great ideas the tools and experience needed to bring those ideas to life," Steven Selikoff, Founder, said. "This goes beyond just course work; we make sure every participant is connected with other students, mentors, and experts and gets the opportunity to travel directly to manufacturing locations, retailer locations, and meet with retail experts, so that they can learn firsthand how to get their products out to the market."

The new destinations are being added to the program's initial option of visiting Guangzhou China to attend the Canton Fair, which occurs twice a year and features more than 60,000 booths with almost a half a square mile of exhibitors. Because of the uncertainty of the coronavirus, and the Academy wants to be sure that its participating entrepreneurs have additional options throughout the world.

"We are incredibly excited about our new destinations as we now have a wide variety of markets our students can visit depending on their exact needs," Selikoff said. "And in addition, out of an abundance of caution regarding the coronavirus outbreak, we are giving our students the opportunity to reschedule their Canton Fair trip to October instead of April."

Participants in the program spend a month taking online courses to learn how to bring their product ideas from concept to reality. Topics covered in the program include:

Product Development process

Customer Demand Validation

Product Suppliers

Sourcing

Logistics

Intellectual Property

"We stay with our students through every step of the way so they can confidently meet with suppliers and manufacturers and get the best deals possible," Selikoff said. "We visit the factories so that our students can learn about production facilities in person."

The Product Development Academy was launched because Selikoff and his team found that aspiring entrepreneurs all over the world kept coming to them with questions when they were looking to produce, launch, and sell a product.

How do you keep a factory from stealing your idea? What do you say when a supplier quotes you a high MOQ? How do you know if you are being overcharged for a mold? What questions should you ask an Inspection Company before hiring them? How do you get your product onto store shelves? How do you keep them there? How does selling to retailers compare to selling on Amazon? How do you review a factory, and how do you find a factory in the first place?

Selikoff was sought out due to his personal success launching unique products, his background as a global business manager at Microsoft for two divisions, including the Worldwide Retail Sales & Marketing, and his writing of The Canton Fair Workbook.

"We were inspired by those questions and developed an entire course around getting people answers," Selikoff said. "And depending on what type of product is being developed, those answers can be different, so it was important we make sure we were providing people with specialized assistance along the way."

"There are already plenty of courses out there that teach people how to game the Amazon system by copying existing products," Selikoff said. "We are different because we focus on helping people launch unique products and grow beyond selling solely on online marketplaces."

The new destinations will be offered throughout the Spring and Summer of 2020. More information can be found online at https://productdevelopmentacademy.com/



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PEKIN, ILL. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 14, 2020

When International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals (iaedp) officially opens its 2020 Symposium on March 26 at the Omni at ChampionsGate in Orlando, it will begin as it has for the past 34 years with the traditional Presentation of the Colors featuring flags representing leadership of iaedp US Chapters and the International Chapter along with other professionals who travel from all parts of the globe each year to advance learning, share groundbreaking information and engage with the world's most renowned and committed eating disorders professionals.

2020 marks a milestone that acknowledges and congratulates the commitment of the impressive iaedp International Chapter Chairs lineup, led by its President, Dra. Rosanna Mauro de Maya, MS, CEDRD-S of Costa Rica. The leadership in attendance this year represents seven of our eight countries/regions around the world including:

Dra. Rosanna Mauro de Maya, MS, CEDRD-S, President

Elisaveta V. Pavlova, PhD, CEDS, Chair of Bulgaria

Anna Scelzo, MS, Chair of Italy

Aridia Vasquez, MD, RD Co-Chair of Dominican Republic

Zuleika Morillo, MD, Co-Chair of Dominican Republic

Julieta Vélez-Belmonte, PsyD, Chair of Mexico

Caryl James, PhD, Chair of Jamaica
Mary Mbulwa Mnjama, MA, Chair of Kenya
"This year's "A Vision of Hope" theme truly reflects our international initiative inspired by the dedication and innovation of our International Chapter Chairs along with this year's largest global attendance which will be displayed prominently during our Symposium Opening Flag Procession," says Blanche Williams, MS, Director of International Development at iaedp.

"Our presenters and presentations reflect our professional consideration and inclusion of our global eating disorders family, including a large number from Spanish speaking countries, who attend our renowned track of presentations in Spanish," continues Williams.

In fact, this year's Symposium features seven sessions presented in Spanish only, addressing the latest in eating disorder treatment, causes and science – much like the other nearly 70 other sessions that are in English. The 35th annual iaedp Symposium will take place over four days, March 26 - 29, and will feature presentations, workshops and various special events. Registration information can be found at iaedp.com.

Pre-symposium activity kicks-off on Wednesday, March 25, with the return of the popular core courses for certification.

The Symposium's opening day on Thursday, March 26 features the conclusion of the core courses and the grand opening lunch – prior to start-up of the presentations that continue through Sunday, March 29.

Learn more about the International Chapter's leadership, events, and more.
More about all aspects of iaedp and its 2020 Symposium can be found at iaedp.com.

About the iaedp Foundation: Since 1985, the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals has provided education and training standards to an international and multidisciplinary group of various healthcare treatment providers and helping professions. MemberSHARE.iaedp.com is an iaedp business journal and online member resource to learn about noteworthy member achievements, continuing education webinars and U.S. and international chapter activity and events; for more information, visit MemberSHARE.

The Presidents Council provides iaedp support and includes: Center for Change; Center for Hope of the Sierras; Center for Discovery; Eating Recovery Center; Willow Place; Laureate Eating Disorders Program; McCallum Place Eating Disorder Centers; The Meadows Ranch; Rogers Behavioral Health; Rosewood Centers for Eating Disorders; Selah House; The Renfrew Center; Timberline Knolls; Turning Tides Eating Disorder Treatment Center; Veritas Collaborative; Focus Treatment Centers; Alsana Eating Disorder Treatment & Recovery Centers; Silver Hill Hospital and Walden Behavioral Care.

The 2020 iaedp Symposium is proud to announce Bronze Sponsors: ViaMar Health, Eating Disorder Recovery Specialists, Simple Practice, Transcend ED and Fairwinds Treatment Center.

More information about all aspects regarding iaedp and its 2020 Symposium can be found at iaedp.com.



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AMES, IOWA (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 14, 2020

In a nation of political divides, Iowans have united today to celebrate 100 years of women's right to vote and to honor notable women from Iowa and across our nation who won the 70-year, hard-fought battle for woman suffrage.

Today's statewide kickoff event, one of many events scheduled across Iowa throughout 2020 commemorating the 19th Amendment centennial, is being held at Iowa State University's campus and hosted by the Iowa Department of Human Rights' Office on the Status of Women and the Carrie Chapman Catt Center for Women and Politics.

"Today is a historically significant day for one of the nation's greatest suffrage movement leaders, our very own Carrie Chapman Catt of Iowa," says Karen Kedrowski, director of the Carrie Chapman Catt Center. "This Valentine's Day kickoff event is exactly 100 years from the date the national League of Women Voters was formally organized by Chapman Catt at the National American Woman Suffrage Association's convention in Chicago, which occurred six months prior to the ratification of the 19th Amendment."

Earlier today, event attendees were treated to brunch, a premiere viewing of Iowa PBS' "Carrie Chapman Catt: Woman Warrior" documentary and a campanile concert. This afternoon attendees will attend breakout sessions, watch "The Yellow Rose of Suffrage" play and listen to the keynote address by Elaine Weiss, author of "The Woman's Hour: The Great Fight to Win the Vote."

"Carrie Chapman Catt was an extraordinary leader in the fight to expand our democracy, and I'm especially honored to speak about her role in the suffrage movement at her alma mater, Iowa State," says Weiss.

Weiss will speak about the lessons of the woman suffrage movement and the relevance of its themes in 2020. Chapman Catt is a central character in Weiss' book that Steven Spielberg's Amblin production company is adapting for TV.

"In terms of human and civil rights in the United States, ratification of the 19th Amendment was one of the most transformative milestones in history," says Sue Johannsen of Muscatine, 19th Amendment curriculum lead organizer and developer of suffrage learning resources for grades 9-12 in Iowa schools. "The struggles and determination of women suffragists and their monumental achievement is one that merits education and reverence by Iowans of every age."

In her Aug. 26, 1920, ratification speech, Chapman Catt called on women to remember — and ensure their daughters are taught and remember — the hard fight for women's right to vote. Chapman Catt said, "The vote is the emblem of your equality, women of America, the guarantee of your liberty. That vote of yours has cost millions of dollars and the lives of thousands of women. Women have suffered agony of soul which you can never comprehend, that you and your daughters might inherit political freedom. That vote has been costly. Prize it!"

Doris Kelley of Cedar Falls, 19th Amendment centennial commemoration chair, says women also need to help carry on the hard-won success of the suffrage movement by recognizing the work is not done.

"Women are still fighting for equal work for equal pay and equal representation in elected offices and corporate governance," says Kelley. "I want to thank all the modern-day suffragists at our event today. Many of you have organized commemoration events, including this kickoff. Others have given financially as 'Leaders of Equity' to help fund and promote events and programs throughout Iowa all year to commemorate this important milestone, but also inspire Iowans to continue the fight for equity and equality. I hope you will consider donating to our campaign to keep today's momentum going."

For more information about the event, please visit HardWonNotDone.com. For more information about the 19th Amendment Centennial Commemoration Committee and events scheduled throughout the year, please visit 19th-Amendment-Centennial.org or call Doris Kelley at 515-988-2344.



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INCLINE VILLAGE, NEV. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 14, 2020

Sierra Nevada University is kicking off the year with a set of business idea competitions, including a newly endowed program that seeks original ideas. The Preger Prize Creative Idea Challenge seeks non-derivative ideas and requires a plan for implementation as part of the process. These competitions are open to all full-time students currently enrolled at the Incline Village Campus of Sierra Nevada University.

As endowed, the Preger Prize offers a first-place award of up to $5,000 and runner-up prizes of as much as $2,000. Projects presented must meet the following criteria: The idea must be the individual participant's own and not derived by collaboration with any other person or information source; it must be useful to a specific demographic or business segment; it must be novel and not an obvious variation of an idea in existence; it must be implementable in order to deliver value to the demographic or business segment for which it was conceived; the submission must include the participant's plan for implementation.

Robert Preger, who endowed the Creative Idea Challenge, spent 25 years in the software industry, eventually becoming part of the original management team at Oracle in 1980. He and his wife Eleanor have lived in Incline Village since 1987 and have served on the Board of Trustees for Sierra Nevada University for over ten years.

The Preger Prize joins the Haldan-Pascotto Pitch Competition, and Haldan-Pascotto President's Cup Business Plan Competition this spring. All of these contests are open to all students on the Incline Village Campus of Sierra Nevada University, regardless of major. A student who swept the competitions could find themselves $8,000 richer by commencement this year.

Schedule of events:

The Haldan-Pascotto Pitch Competition: February 27th, 2020
The Preger Prize Creative Idea Challenge: March 26th, 2020
The Haldan-Pascotto President's Cup Business Plan Competition: April 20th, 2020

All events take place at Sierra Nevada University, College of Entrepreneurial Leadership, in Incline Village, Nevada. For more information, contact Jonathan Breiter, jbreiter@sierranevada.edu or Justin Spees, jspees@sierranevada.edu.

Sierra Nevada University is Nevada's only accredited private non-profit four-year university. Sierra Nevada University is committed to fostering a culture of competition, guiding students to think on their feet, communicate persuasively, and acquire the higher-order thinking skills necessary to thrive in the real world.



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SAN RAFAEL, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 14, 2020

The facilities at Fairfield University recently underwent an exciting renovation. Alumni Diamond added a new backstop and more seating. Fairfield also added an indoor pitching and hitting facility. Sitting behind the right field fence of Alumni Diamond, the facility features two-70-foot cages for year-round use with retractable netting. The new facility also includes an area for video playback and swing analysis.

Following the 2019 Nike Baseball Camp at Fairfield University, parents and campers were raving about the experiences. One camper said, "I was impressed that the coaches worked with us individually. At other camps it was almost always as a group. They covered everything about baseball. I enjoyed the camp very much and enjoyed some of the actual players speaking and teaching us." Parent, Virginia J. stated, "Zach had an absolute ball! He arrived at camp on the 15th nervous to 'swing' when batting. By the end of the week he was confident, motivated and excited to bat. And boy did he bat! You guys did an amazing job at motivating all the boys. We'll definitely be back next year. A huge thank you."

Nike Baseball Camps provide focused, intensive training that is essential to improvement for all skill levels. Every facet of the game is covered with an emphasis on fundamentals to help players become valuable team members. At each location, campers are broken into groups with other players of similar age, abilities and goals. Each camp director does their best to advance players to the next level, keeping in consideration each camper's experience and desire to improve.

Registration for 2020 is now open for campers ages 6-12. Players, coaches, and parents can visit Nike Baseball Camps for more information.

About US Sports Camps

US Sports Camps (USSC), headquartered in San Rafael, California, is America's largest sports camp network and the licensed operator of Nike Sports Camps. Over 91,000 kids attended a US Sports Camp program in 2018. The company has offered summer camps since 1975 with the same mission that defines it today: to shape a lifelong enjoyment of athletics through high quality sports education and skill enhancement. Athletes, Coaches, Parents and others interested in learning more about our 2019 Sports Camp programs can visit our website or call 1-800-645-3226.




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ZURICH, SWITZERLAND (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 15, 2020

The first inaugural World Biodiversity Forum will be held following the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland from February 23-28, 2020. The Fo­rum brings to­geth­er lead­ing re­searchers, prac­ti­tion­ers, and decision-makers from dif­fer­ent sectors to re­de­fine the agen­da for bio­di­ver­si­ty, achieved over the course of 5 days through panel discussions and interactive workshops.

The two-part session and workshop presented by the UBC Botanical Garden and TEALEAVES (Session 163S & Session 156W) will bring together perspectives from academia, corporations, and NGOs illustrating the connection between biodiversity and public health, reinforcing the role of botanical gardens as "idea libraries."

"These sessions will demonstrate the value of non-traditional partnership based on commonality," says UBC Botanical Garden Director, Patrick Lewis. "The World Biodiversity Forum will see a convergence between researchers and actors unified in commitment to biodiversity and an interest in the intersection of nature and design."

The Case for Engagement

"The World Biodiversity Forum comes at a critical time for the health of the planet and humankind," says Dr. Robert S. Lawrence, Nobel Prize Laureate and Emeritus Professor at the Johns Hopkins Center for a Livable Future. "The devastating increase in extinctions caused by the climate crisis and habitat loss demands urgent attention to mitigation efforts to protect our remaining biodiversity."

From catalyzing the invention of critical pharmaceuticals to prevent a looming pandemic to inspiring durable physical structures, biomimicry — the practise of observing, understanding, and recreating the processes or materials that have evolved in biodiversity — is a wellspring of knowledge that remains underutilized. While art and design have long been influenced by the natural world, it is only in recent decades that there has been prominent recognition that science and engineering can find untapped solutions through biodiversity.

"We want to help create a movement and demonstrate that the for-profit sector can be part of the solution, furthering the goals of the social and public sector through fostering multi-layered partnerships to address global challenges," says Lana Sutherland, TEALEAVES Co-Founder and CEO. "We believe that biomimicry as a design discipline is a compelling story for the case for biodiversity as it speaks to a different audience, and offers a means to solve the problems that humanity is facing today."

Session Convenors

Professor Jas Pal Badyal, FRS & Professor of Chemistry, Durham University
Dr. Paul Kersey, Deputy Director of Science, Kew Royal Botanic Gardens
Dr. Robert S. Lawrence, Nobel Prize Laureate, Johns Hopkins Center for a Livable Future
Patrick Lewis, Director, University of British Columbia Botanical Garden
Dr. Aoife Mac Namara, President, Nova Scotia College of Art & Design
Daniel Mosquin, Research Manager, University of British Columbia Botanical Garden
Francesca Racioppi, Senior Policy and Programme Adviser, Environment and Health Policy and Governance for Europe, World Health Organisation
Albert Shum, CVP of Design, Experiences & Devices Group, Microsoft
Dr. Paul Smith, Secretary General, Botanic Gardens Conservation International
Lana Sutherland, Co-founder & CEO, TEALEAVES

More details found at https://www.worldbiodiversityforum.org/en/

About World Biodiversity Forum

First of its kind, the World Bio­di­ver­si­ty Fo­rum brings to­geth­er lead­ing re­searchers, ear­ly ca­reer re­searchers, prac­ti­tion­ers, rep­re­sen­ta­tives from dif­fer­ent sec­tors, de­ci­sion-mak­ers and so­ci­etal ac­tors in con­ver­sa­tion, pro­viding a plat­form for ex­change, cov­er­ing a wide range of per­spec­tives, and cap­tur­ing a di­ver­si­ty of vi­sions. The Forum aims to re­de­fine and set the agen­da for bio­di­ver­si­ty as a fo­cal point over the next 10 years in cur­rent themes and top­ics across sec­tors.

About TEALEAVES

Established in 1994, TEALEAVES is one of the very few tea blenders in the world, known for crafting the highest quality teas in small batches by hand. TEALEAVES strives for perfection, driven by the never-ending quest to make the perfect cup of tea. With the philosophy of inspiring creativity and connections through the art of blending, TEALEAVES has gripped the hearts and minds of five-star hotels and Michelin Star chefs, worldwide, as their tea brand of choice for over two decades. Sourcing ingredients from over 90 countries, TEALEAVES hopes to stay people's "cup of tea" for generations to come, whether in a five-star environment or in the luxury of one's home. More information is available at TEALEAVES.com.

About UBC Botanical Garden

UBC Botanical Garden is Canada's oldest university botanic garden, established in 1916 under the directorship of John Davidson, British Columbia's first provincial botanist.
The original mission of the garden was research into the native flora of British Columbia. Over the past 100 years, the mission of UBC Botanical Garden has broadened to include education, research, conservation, community outreach, and public display of temperate plants from around the world.



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OAKLAND, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 14, 2020

Oakland Zoo — Conservation Society of California is Taking Action for Wildlife by amending its own use and retail sales of single-use plastics, as global plastics pollution increases its threat to wildlife and the environment. The Zoo launches its #NoToPlastic public awareness campaign on Thursday, coinciding with changes in Zoo operations in eliminating many single-use plastics onsite, and with the goal of becoming nearly 100% plastic-free in the future.

Led by President and CEO, Dr. Joel Parrott, plans for the zoo-wide effort to phase out as much plastic use as possible was set in motion a year ago, as statistics of global issue demonstrated the urgency for change. He notes a 'defining moment' during a business trip to Taiwan in late 2018, where a museum displayed a necropsy video of veterinarians pulling what seemed like an endless stream of plastic bags and other plastic trash out of a killer whale's stomach.

"Plastic trash is everywhere, along our highways, in our creeks, and filling the ocean; posing a direct threat to animals globally. I'm proud to be one of the first Zoos in the U.S. to step forward and advocate for the elimination of plastics in our environment," said Dr. Parrott, President & CEO, Oakland Zoo—Conservation Society of California.

It has been over a decade since the Zoo banned plastic straws, utensils, and cup lids, but stronger action was needed. The single-use plastic audit began with many negotiations with multiple Zoo vendors in providing and/or sourcing alternatives to plastic, starting with the nearly 100,000 plastic-bottled beverages sold at the Zoo every year. The process took nearly a year, but progress was made. The Dasani water now sold at Zoo restaurants had never been offered in an aluminum can, and was newly engineered to be available at Oakland Zoo, along with an assortment of all canned-only beverages.

Popcorn went from a plastic bag container to a paper-based box, cotton-candy is discontinued until a sustainable container is sourced, and single-use plastic packaging was reduced by 60% in the Zoo's gift shop. A new retail section devoted to sustainability includes household items stasher bags, metal straws, bees wrap, and more. These changes have influenced some other AZA (Association of Zoos and Aquariums) zoos to evaluate their own facilities in single-use plastics.

Single-use plastic has also been eliminated from many from daily internal operations. From the Animal Care department to Administration, the audit instituted changes in animal food containment, phasing out trash bags, and upgraded waste sorting systems.

As part of the public campaign to inspire others to reduce their use of plastics, on February 13 the Zoo will unveil Washed Ashore "Art to Save the Sea" plastic-trash sculptures in Flamingo Plaza. Sponsored in part by Recology, a 100% employee-owned resource recovery company based in San Francisco, this new display provides the opportunity to tell the story about the direct impact humans have on the environment, and what people can do to make a positive difference. Washed Ashore, larger-than-life animal sculptures constructed from plastic trash washed onto Oregon beaches, uses the power of art to spark change in consumer habits.

Zoo partner, Recology, is working alongside global NGOs to put a California statewide initiative on the November 2020 ballot. The California Plastic Pollution Reduction Act of 2020 seeks to fund environmental restoration in areas that have been impacted by plastic pollution and provide funding for domestic recycling infrastructure. The measure would involve a reduction of plastic packaging entering the state of California and require single-use plastic packaging to be recyclable or compostable by 2030. The campaign is currently collecting signatures for the ballot initiative.

Every weekend, guests can visit the #NoToPlastic action booth in Flamingo Plaza to learn how to become more plastic-free in their daily lives, along with the opportunity to sign an anti- plastics pledge. This pledge asks guests to eliminate a form of single-use plastic in their lives, like straws, bottles, cups, or bags.

Along with the launch of the sculptures and onsite educational booths, the Zoo hosts monthly creek clean-ups, and February 15 marks the start of new monthly offsite #NoToPlastic clean-ups in local waterways and beaches throughout Alameda County, beginning with the Jack London Aquatic Center. Staff and the public will work in the local bay-destined waterways to remove the trash, including the ever-abundant plastics that harm wildlife.

Single-Use Plastic Facts:

More than 70 million tons of single-use plastics are produced every year

Only 9% of what is put in a recycling bin, actually ends up being recycled. The rest ends up in landfills, the ocean, or simply dumped - and will take about 1,000 years to decompose

With 8 million tons of plastic finding its way into our oceans annually, there will be more plastic than fish in the sea by 2050

100,000 marine mammals die each year from consuming or becoming ensnared in plastic

Animals on land are being equally affected by plastic. Littered plastic bags, fishing wire and bottles commonly trap and entangle wildlife – 1 million sea birds are killed each year from plastic pollution

Contact:

Erin Harrison
Oakland Zoo
eharrison@oaklandzoo.org
Office: 510-746-7120
Cell: 415-601-1619

Isabella Linares
Oakland Zoo
ilinares@oaklandzoo.org
Office: 510-632-9525 ext. 239
Cell: 650 – 776 -9589

ABOUT OAKLAND ZOO AND THE CONSERVATION SOCIETY OF CALIFORNIA:
Oakland Zoo, home to more than 750 native and exotic animals, is managed by the Conservation Society of California (CSC); a non-profit organization leading an informed and inspired community to take action for wildlife locally and globally. With over 25 conservation partners and projects worldwide, the CSC is committed to conservation-based education and saving species and their habitats in the wild. Oakland Zoo is dedicated to the humane treatment of animals and is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), the national organization that sets the highest standards for animal welfare for zoos and aquariums.

ABOUT WASHED ASHORE:
Washed Ashore is a non-profit 501c (3).Our mission is to build and exhibit aesthetically powerful art to educate a global audience about plastic pollution in the ocean and waterways and to spark positive changes in consumer habits. The Washed Ashore staff has worked with over 14,000 volunteers in the last 10 years and processed over 26 tons of garbage from the beach into over 80 works of educational art. Washed Ashore has four traveling exhibits that tour the county and Canada to reach millions of people yearly with the message that their every action counts and we can all make better choices to reduce plastic pollution and help our planet.

ABOUT RECOLOGY:
Recology is a 100% employee-owned integrated resource recovery company that provides environmental services – including recycling, compost, and garbage collection and processing to more than 140 communities in California, Oregon and Washington. The Recology mission represents a fundamental shift from traditional waste management to resource recovery. Our vision is to create a world without waste by developing and discovering sustainable resource recovery practices.



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AUSTIN, TEXAS (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 14, 2020

ESO, the leading data and software company serving emergency medical services (EMS), fire departments and hospitals, today announced Dr. Daniel Kraft – Faculty Chair for Medicine at Singularity University, as well as Founder and Chair of Exponential Medicine – will deliver one of three keynote presentations at Wave 2020, ESO's data, research and technology conference for healthcare and public safety leaders, held in Austin, Texas February 24-27, 2020. David Page, director of the Prehospital Care Research Forum, and Scott Bourn, Co-Director of the NAEMSP Quality and Safety Course, will provide additional keynotes.

"I'm looking forward to a front-row seat to listen to Daniel, Dave and Scott inspire, challenge and inform us about how data drives healthcare and public safety improvement in the communities we serve," said Chris Dillie, President and CEO of ESO.

Dr. Kraft is a Stanford and Harvard trained physician-scientist, inventor, entrepreneur and innovator. With more than 25 years of experience in clinical practice, biomedical research and healthcare innovation, Kraft has served as Faculty Chair for Medicine at Singularity University since its inception in 2008, and is the Founder and Chair of Exponential Medicine, a program that explores convergent, rapidly developing technologies and their potential in biomedicine and healthcare.

In addition to being the Director of the Prehospital Care Research Forum at UCLA, Page is an active field paramedic with Allina Health EMS in Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota. He has more than 35 years of continuous EMS street experience. He will explore a blend of today and tomorrow's technology, as well as take a deeper look at international and national state-of-the art practices.

Dr. Bourn is the Co-Director of the NAEMSP Quality and Safety Course, as well as the Senior Quality Consultant for ESO. Bourn has more than 40 years' experience as a paramedic, clinical specialist and ED/critical care nurse. He developed and was Director of the EMS Degree Program at the University of Colorado and served as the President of the National Association of EMS Educators. For the past 15 years, Dr. Bourn has led organizations to successfully adapt often complicated clinical, educational, and operational evidence in a way that significantly improves intended outcomes and reduces cost.

Timely topics at Wave 2020 include:

How EMS and Hospitals Are Benefitting from Two-Way Data Sharing

Data-Driven Decision Making for Fire Departments

Top EMS, Fire and Hospital Research for 2020

Performance Improvement Made Practical

Data and Disasters

Reducing Risk in Public Safety Employees

For an up-to-date schedule of sessions and to register for Wave 2020, visit the Wave 2020 website.

About ESO
ESO is dedicated to improving community health and safety through the power of data. Since its founding in 2004, the company continues to pioneer innovative, user-friendly software to meet the changing needs of today's EMS agencies, fire departments, and hospitals. ESO currently serves thousands of customers throughout North America with a broad software portfolio, including the industry-leading ESO Electronic Health Record (EHR), the next generation ePCR; ESO Health Data Exchange (HDE), the first-of-its-kind healthcare interoperability platform; ESO Fire and ESO FIREHOUSE Software for fire departments; and ambulance revenue recovery/billing software. ESO is headquartered in  Austin, Texas. For more information, visit : http://www.eso.com.



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SAN ANTONIO (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 14, 2020

Health care professionals, scientists and students interested in collaboration and discussion on transformational care, research and therapeutics in Alzheimer's disease are invited to the 2nd Annual South Texas Alzheimer's Conference Feb. 23-25 in San Antonio.

To register and for a complete agenda, visit BiggsInstitute.org.

The conference is presented by the Glenn Biggs Institute for Alzheimer's and Neurodegenerative Diseases in partnership with the Alzheimer's Association. The Biggs Institute is part of the Long School of Medicine at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio).

The conference will begin with an opening reception and dinner on Sunday, Feb. 23, at UT Health San Antonio, and will shift venues to the Briscoe Western Art Museum in downtown San Antonio for daylong sessions Monday and Tuesday, Feb. 24 and 25.

Themes will include:

Alzheimer's disease in the Hispanic population;

Precision omics;

Cognitive and neuroimaging approaches to the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of dementia; and

Novel approaches to the care and treatment of patients and care partners including home-based care.

Scheduled plenary presentations are:

"Technology to Advance Assessments and Interventions for Dementia" by Jeffrey Kaye, M.D., Layton Endowed Professor of Neurology and Biomedical Engineering at Oregon Health and Science University. Dr. Kaye directs the NIA-Layton Oregon Aging and Alzheimer's Disease Research Center and the Oregon Center for Aging and Technology, which incorporates the NIA-Oregon Roybal Center for Care Support Translational Research Advantaged by Integrating Technology.

"Alzheimer's Prevention and Preparedness: Addressing Disparities" by Kristine Yaffe, M.D., chief of neuropsychiatry and director of the Memory Evaluation Clinic at the San Francisco Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Dr. Yaffe occupies the Scola Endowed Chair, is vice chair and professor of psychiatry, neurology and epidemiology, and director of the Center for Population Brain Health at the University of California, San Francisco.

"Inter-ethnic Differences in Prevalence of Cognitive Impairment" by Christopher Chen, BA, BMBCh, MRCP, FAMS, FRCPE, senior clinician-scientist and associate professor in the Departments of Pharmacology and Psychological Medicine at the National University of Singapore, and director of the Memory Aging and Cognition Centre at the National University Healthcare System.

"An Overview of Promising New Approaches to Preventing and Treating Dementias" by Sudha Seshadri, M.D., founding director of the Glenn Biggs Institute for Alzheimer's and Neurodegenerative Diseases and the Robert R. Barker Distinguished University Professor of Neurology, Psychiatry, and Cellular and Integrative Physiology at UT Health San Antonio. Dr. Seshadri is senior investigator of the Framingham Heart Study.

The Hispanic/Latino population is at increased risk of Alzheimer's/dementia. Addressing this is a major point of emphasis for the conference speakers. "This is one reason why we want to increase Hispanic enrollment in clinical trials," Dr. Seshadri said. "One of our goals at the Glenn Biggs Institute, and worldwide, is to understand the disease in this growing population."

The Long School of Medicine at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio is named for Texas philanthropists Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long. The school is the largest educator of physicians in South Texas, many of whom remain in San Antonio and the region to practice medicine. The school teaches more than 900 students and trains 800 residents each year. As a beacon of multicultural sensitivity, the school annually exceeds the national medical school average of Hispanic students enrolled. The school's clinical practice is the largest multidisciplinary medical group in South Texas with 850 physicians in more than 100 specialties. The school has a highly productive research enterprise where world leaders in Alzheimer's disease, diabetes, cancer, aging, heart disease, kidney disease and many other fields are translating molecular discoveries into new therapies. The Long School of Medicine is home to a National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center known for prolific clinical trials and drug development programs, as well as a world-renowned center for aging and related diseases.

The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, dba UT Health San Antonio, is one of the country's leading health sciences universities and is designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution by the U.S. Department of Education. With missions of teaching, research, patient care and community engagement, its schools of medicine, nursing, dentistry, health professions and graduate biomedical sciences have graduated more than 37,000 alumni who are leading change, advancing their fields, and renewing hope for patients and their families throughout South Texas and the world. To learn about the many ways "We make lives better," visit http://www.uthscsa.edu.

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FREDERICK, MD. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 14, 2020

The Frederick County Agricultural Society (FCAS), as specified in the by-laws, held their annual life member meeting on December 14, 2019 at 10 a.m. in Building 9 at the Frederick Fairgrounds. The Frederick County Agricultural Society consists of 250 life member certificate holders that own the Frederick Fairgrounds, where The Great Frederick Fair is held.

During the annual meeting the shareholders elect a Board of Managers for the following year. 220 people attended the annual meeting and elected the following 2020 Board of Managers of the Frederick County Agricultural Society, Inc.:

John Bare
Charles Cramer
Joseph Devilbiss
Robert Frank
Maurice Gladhill
James Grimes
Colby Hubble
Nancy Keller
Jacqui Kreh
John Murphy
Ray Ramsburg

Following the meeting, the new Board of Managers elected officers. Charles B. Cramer of New Market was elected to serve as President, Nancy F. Keller of Keymar as Vice President, Robert Frank of Frederick as Secretary and Maurice Gladhill of Frederick resumes as Treasurer. Anne Rollins was re-elected to serve as legal counsel for the FCAS.

The Great Frederick Fair, Inc. has a separate Board of Directors. Tim Horman serves as legal counsel. All of the FCAS Managers serve on the Fair's Board of Directors, along with Shelly J. Stull of Frederick.

Karen Nicklas was named General Manager. Full time office staff includes Michele Lowe, Jacqui Nigh, Chris Spangler and Alice Stevens. The maintenance team includes Supervisor, Mike Toms; Rusty Riggs and Randy Wiles.

The 158th Great Frederick Fair is scheduled for September 18-26, 2020. Tickets are on sale now:

Friday, Sept. 18 at 7:30 p.m.: TobyMac w/ Ryan Stevenson (Christian), presented by Eddie Mercer Agri-Services

Monday, Sept. 21 at 6 p.m.: Tractor/Truck Pull, presented by Krietz Auto

Saturday, Sept. 26 at 7:30 p.m.: Jon Pardi w/ Drew Parker (Country), presented by DARCARS Toyota of Frederick

Additional shows will be announced

Reithoffer Shows is offering an Advanced Sale Carnival Ticket: JACK PASS - $30 each: ONE – single admission & carnival ride wristband, valid any one day of the Fair; JACK'S PACK – $110 ($27.50 each) FOUR- single admission & carnival ride wristband. Buy tickets online, http://www.gffair.com/tickets




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DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 14, 2020

The Wise Marketer Group, publisher of TheWiseMarketer.com and operator of The Loyalty Academy, have announced a new strategic partnership with the Irish Loyalty Awards to deliver loyalty education and training services to a pan-European audience.

The partnership begins with a featured presentation on The Six Competencies of Loyalty Marketing at the 2nd Annual Irish Loyalty Summit event in Dublin on March 12, 2020. Mike Capizzi, Dean of the Loyalty Academy, will lead the discussion and present a proprietary framework for evaluating what it takes to be great as a loyalty marketer. The awards gala will follow that evening with winners announced in multiple categories celebrating the best loyalty programs in Ireland. Information about the event and registration can be found at Irish Loyalty Awards. The Wise Marketer will serve as a media sponsor for the event.

The partnership has also announced a complete certification workshop for loyalty marketing professionals throughout the region. The 2-day workshop will also be held in Dublin in September 2020 and participants will be able to earn the credentials of Certified Loyalty Marketing Professional (CLMP) as sanctioned by the Board of Regents for the Loyalty Academy. Details will be announced at the March Summit in Dublin.

Meeting the demand for training and professional growth among data-driven, customer-centric marketers around the world, the Loyalty Academy has conducted seminars and/or full certification workshops in 5 countries to date: Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Brazil, and the US. Ireland marks the first time the educational offerings of the Loyalty Academy have been brought to the Euro Zone. Invitations will be sent to loyalty professionals throughout Ireland, the UK and Europe. The CLMP workshop has helped ground hundreds of marketers in the concepts, best practices, and tools needed to successfully compete in the growing Customer Engagement and Loyalty industry.

The Dublin workshop will also be led by Capizzi, a long-time activist for the European Loyalty marketplace. "As Customer Centric marketing continues to grow in importance on the world stage, the demand for professional training is increasing," commented Capizzi. "A new generation of marketing professionals are entering the work-place and are finding that CLMP certification can jump-start their career path with customer-facing brands. At the same time, highly experienced practitioners are seeking education on the latest trends and channels to connect with their customers. The Loyalty Academy certification programs and online courseware are designed to meet the collective needs of the Marketing professional to compete successfully in a dynamic business environment."

CLMP certification can also be earned one course at a time through online learning. The full curriculum consisting of 15 courses has been completed by 152 professionals globally across 17 countries.

Irish Loyalty Awards Co-Founders, Eileen McGuinnes and Marian Kelly, were responsible for putting the partnership together based upon the needs of the Irish and European loyalty communities. "We have been including educational seminars and thought leadership discussions for all attendees at the Irish Loyalty Summit the past few years," said McGuinnes/Kelly, "and training services are a natural extension of our offering. By partnership with the Loyalty Academy we can deliver a best-in-class program that can work across Europe and can be customized based upon our own expertise in the loyalty industry."

Sponsorship opportunities are available for both the Awards event and the Certification workshop. Interested parties should contact support@thewisemarketer.com for details and/or subscribe to The Wise Marketer's newsletter to stay up-to-date with other upcoming events and critical coverage of the loyalty marketing, customer engagement, and data-driven marketing industry.

About the Wise Marketer Group

The Wise Marketer Group delivers timely and unbiased publishing, research, and educational products to a global audience of marketing professionals. The Wise Marketer Group publishes TheWiseMarketer.com, the most widely read news source for Customer and Loyalty marketing in the world, with a 15-year history serving the global loyalty marketing industry. The Wise Marketer also publishes The Loyalty Guide and operates the Loyalty Academy, the first industry professional certification program, offering the designation of Certified Loyalty Marketing Professional (CLMP) to those completing the curriculum.

For details, visit https://thewisemarketer.com/ and https://loyaltyacademy.org/.

About Irish Loyalty Awards

The Irish Loyalty Awards provide a recognition and networking platform to bring together the loyalty industry key players in Ireland. The objective of the awards is to be the premier platform for awarding excellence and achievement in loyalty for Irish companies. The awards recognise brands that are building lasting and profitable relationships with customers within Ireland and abroad across every sector. The Irish loyalty awards targets the loyalty industry across all sectors, providing our entrants with a prestigious opportunity in the loyalty field to raise their profile and be recognized as a leader and innovator in their sector.

For details, visit https://irishloyaltyawards.ie/



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AMES, IOWA (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 14, 2020

In a nation of political divides, Iowans have united today to celebrate 100 years of women's right to vote and to honor notable women from Iowa and across our nation who won the 70-year, hard-fought battle for woman suffrage.

Today's statewide kickoff event, one of many events scheduled across Iowa throughout 2020 commemorating the 19th Amendment centennial, is being held at Iowa State University's campus and hosted by the Iowa Department of Human Rights' Office on the Status of Women and the Carrie Chapman Catt Center for Women and Politics.

"Today is a historically significant day for one of the nation's greatest suffrage movement leaders, our very own Carrie Chapman Catt of Iowa," says Karen Kedrowski, director of the Carrie Chapman Catt Center. "This Valentine's Day kickoff event is exactly 100 years from the date the national League of Women Voters was formally organized by Chapman Catt at the National American Woman Suffrage Association's convention in Chicago, which occurred six months prior to the ratification of the 19th Amendment."

Earlier today, event attendees were treated to brunch, a premiere viewing of Iowa PBS' "Carrie Chapman Catt: Woman Warrior" documentary and a campanile concert. This afternoon attendees will attend breakout sessions, watch "The Yellow Rose of Suffrage" play and listen to the keynote address by Elaine Weiss, author of "The Woman's Hour: The Great Fight to Win the Vote."

"Carrie Chapman Catt was an extraordinary leader in the fight to expand our democracy, and I'm especially honored to speak about her role in the suffrage movement at her alma mater, Iowa State," says Weiss.

Weiss will speak about the lessons of the woman suffrage movement and the relevance of its themes in 2020. Chapman Catt is a central character in Weiss' book that Steven Spielberg's Amblin production company is adapting for TV.

"In terms of human and civil rights in the United States, ratification of the 19th Amendment was one of the most transformative milestones in history," says Sue Johannsen of Muscatine, 19th Amendment curriculum lead organizer and developer of suffrage learning resources for grades 9-12 in Iowa schools. "The struggles and determination of women suffragists and their monumental achievement is one that merits education and reverence by Iowans of every age."

In her Aug. 26, 1920, ratification speech, Chapman Catt called on women to remember — and ensure their daughters are taught and remember — the hard fight for women's right to vote. Chapman Catt said, "The vote is the emblem of your equality, women of America, the guarantee of your liberty. That vote of yours has cost millions of dollars and the lives of thousands of women. Women have suffered agony of soul which you can never comprehend, that you and your daughters might inherit political freedom. That vote has been costly. Prize it!"

Doris Kelley of Cedar Falls, 19th Amendment centennial commemoration chair, says women also need to help carry on the hard-won success of the suffrage movement by recognizing the work is not done.

"Women are still fighting for equal work for equal pay and equal representation in elected offices and corporate governance," says Kelley. "I want to thank all the modern-day suffragists at our event today. Many of you have organized commemoration events, including this kickoff. Others have given financially as 'Leaders of Equity' to help fund and promote events and programs throughout Iowa all year to commemorate this important milestone, but also inspire Iowans to continue the fight for equity and equality. I hope you will consider donating to our campaign to keep today's momentum going."

For more information about the event, please visit HardWonNotDone.com. For more information about the 19th Amendment Centennial Commemoration Committee and events scheduled throughout the year, please visit 19th-Amendment-Centennial.org or call Doris Kelley at 515-988-2344.




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INCLINE VILLAGE, NEV. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 14, 2020

Sierra Nevada University is kicking off the year with a set of business idea competitions, including a newly endowed program that seeks original ideas. The Preger Prize Creative Idea Challenge seeks non-derivative ideas and requires a plan for implementation as part of the process. These competitions are open to all full-time students currently enrolled at the Incline Village Campus of Sierra Nevada University.

As endowed, the Preger Prize offers a first-place award of up to $5,000 and runner-up prizes of as much as $2,000. Projects presented must meet the following criteria: The idea must be the individual participant's own and not derived by collaboration with any other person or information source; it must be useful to a specific demographic or business segment; it must be novel and not an obvious variation of an idea in existence; it must be implementable in order to deliver value to the demographic or business segment for which it was conceived; the submission must include the participant's plan for implementation.

Robert Preger, who endowed the Creative Idea Challenge, spent 25 years in the software industry, eventually becoming part of the original management team at Oracle in 1980. He and his wife Eleanor have lived in Incline Village since 1987 and have served on the Board of Trustees for Sierra Nevada University for over ten years.

The Preger Prize joins the Haldan-Pascotto Pitch Competition, and Haldan-Pascotto President's Cup Business Plan Competition this spring. All of these contests are open to all students on the Incline Village Campus of Sierra Nevada University, regardless of major. A student who swept the competitions could find themselves $8,000 richer by commencement this year.

Schedule of events:

The Haldan-Pascotto Pitch Competition: February 27th, 2020
The Preger Prize Creative Idea Challenge: March 26th, 2020
The Haldan-Pascotto President's Cup Business Plan Competition: April 20th, 2020

All events take place at Sierra Nevada University, College of Entrepreneurial Leadership, in Incline Village, Nevada. For more information, contact Jonathan Breiter, jbreiter@sierranevada.edu or Justin Spees, jspees@sierranevada.edu.

Sierra Nevada University is Nevada's only accredited private non-profit four-year university. Sierra Nevada University is committed to fostering a culture of competition, guiding students to think on their feet, communicate persuasively, and acquire the higher-order thinking skills necessary to thrive in the real world.



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SAN RAFAEL, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 14, 2020

Nike Volleyball Camp in Incline Village ran from 2000-2003 and was directed by former DI Head Coach David Noble. During this time over 350 girls worked on their volleyball skills in hopes of becoming a better athlete. With the arrival of the 2020 Incline Village volleyball camp, Nike Volleyball Camps also announced the return of their original camp director, David Noble.

"We are very excited to be offering the volleyball camp in Lake Tahoe again," exclaims Siera Love, VP of Nike Volleyball Camps. "David has so much experience training athletes, and he did such a great job with the camp in the past. We know he will bring quality instruction to the players."

The Lake Tahoe volleyball camp will offer players the choice to attend as a residential or commuter camper. Here they will be immersed in an in-depth volleyball experience and undergo specialized drills that Noble has created for the players.

Noble, along with his staff of club, high school, and college-level coaches, will guide the campers through fundamental instruction, game situations, and volleyball specific conditioning while also providing a fun and positive environment for all levels. Campers will also experience beach volleyball training at Incline's Ski Beach outdoor sand courts during one afternoon.

The overnight program is set to run June 25-28, with the day camp only program following right after from June 29-July 2. Both programs are open to girls, ages 10-18, of all ability levels.

Players, coaches, and parents interested in camps can visit Nike Volleyball Camps or call 1-800-645-3226.

About US Sports Camps

US Sports Camps (USSC), headquartered in San Rafael, California, is America's largest sports camp network and the licensed operator of Nike Sports Camps. The company has offered summer camps since 1975 with the same mission that defines it today: to shape a lifelong enjoyment of athletics through high-quality sports education and skill enhancement.



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