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ATLANTA (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 26, 2020

Sucheta Kamath, Founder and CEO of ExQ, a new cloud based personalized training curriculum designed to empower educators, clinicians, counselors and coaches to teach Executive Function skills, is thrilled to announce our Copper Sponsorship of the 2020 National Association of Independent Schools Annual Conference February 26–28, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The NAIS Conference is the premier annual event for independent schools. Bringing together approximately 5,000 attendees, the Conference provides unparalleled opportunities to connect with educational change makers, experience new resources and gain new skills.

In addition to our Copper Sponsorship, Sucheta Kamath, Founder and CEO of ExQ will be exhibiting at Booth #528, sharing Executive Function Teaching Strategies and providing demonstrations of her innovative new online curriculum.

This year's NAIS Conference theme is Your School, Your Legacy. Attendees will be asked, "What was your beginning? Your middle? And what will you leave behind?" ExQ values the enormous impact teachers have on students every day, and will be sharing stories throughout the conference about helping students begin to understand and achieve their own personal goals through foundational learning in Executive Function skills.

In addition to demonstrating ExQ, Sucheta Kamath and her team will be offering teachers a complimentary classroom exercise called, ExQ Superpower Hour! A fun way to teach students the importance of practicing self-awareness so they can understand their Superpowers (strengths) and challenges to build confidence, empathy and develop a sense of purpose. This three step process is a guide for teachers to introduce the concept of self-reflection including ways to:
1.    Explore Superpower Traits
2.    Empower Super Self-Awareness
3.    Educate Students about Executive Function

Based on 25+ years hands on experience working with clinicians and partnering with schools, Sucheta Kamath knew it was important to start with the goal of providing educators with innovative technology that was designed with their needs at the center. "Our traditional educational systems lack tools and curriculum to train educators and clinicians to teach students directly about how their brain works. Executive Function skills collectively influence academic outcomes, but they have not been a part of academic curriculum nor professional teacher development. It is important to teach processes by which students can redirect their attention when they're distracted, use effective memory skills when they know content is difficult, parse information by sorting and regrouping it so that they can express themselves effectively. That's why I created ExQ, "shares Sucheta Kamath. "I'm excited to empower our educational professionals with technology to build Executive Function focused coaching cultures which will allow students to identify and speak about their own strengths and challenges in learning. This kind of individualized experience can have a positive impact on their self-awareness and self-management to achieve their goals not only in school, but also in life!"

About ExQ: Rooted in more than 20 years of cognitive neuroscience and Executive Function training expertise, ExQ is a cloud-based patented system designed to enhance the brain's Executive Function through personalized game-based training that focuses on teaching students to learn how to learn. Learn more about a leading woman in technology, ExQ Founder and CEO, Sucheta Kamath, and Executive Function training with ExQ for School, for College, for Work, and for Life at https://exqinfiniteknowhow.com.



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CHICAGO (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 26, 2020

The University CoWork Business Credit Initiative is an unprecedented community capacity development action designed to direct financial resources to Chicago's South Side. "The research, free educational events, and cohorts of participants will direct millions of dollars in capital to South Side businesses and non-profits," said University CoWork founder David C. Lubin. The goal of the initiative is to legitimate area organizations, attract private capital, and invest in our community.

South Side Chicago residents know that their businesses and neighborhoods receive less investment than those on the North Side. This is readily apparent by stark differences in commercial options, potholes on roads, school quality, and struggles experienced by entrepreneurs trying to survive. Many are forced to use personal credit cards in order to self-fund their startups or get through difficult periods. A recent Woodstock Institute study shows that while 27% of Illinois businesses are located in lower-income census tracts, they receive 19.3% of loans totaling only 17.8% of monies loaned. The aggregate impact is a differential of 46,648 loans totaling $618 million. Because small businesses make up 99.6% of the businesses in Illinois and account for the employment of 45% - greater for women and people of color - of the workforce, the mismatch of investment has wide-reaching effects.

"Woodlawn and the greater Southside of Chicago is home to some of the most talented, hardworking people, and we deserve access to world-class amenities and capital," said University CoWork founder David C. Lubin. "Change is long overdue, and people who live and/or work in Woodlawn are taking action now to make this happen."

University CoWork, the first coworking space in Woodlawn and first full-service Southside business accelerator, is excited to announce the launch of this Business Credit initiative. It will teach area businesses and non-profits the steps necessary to build a stellar business credit report to attract capital. These include building business legitimacy, opening and monitoring business credit files, establishing vendor/retail/revolving/fleet/cash credit accounts, and attaining loans / lines of credit.

This initiative will take the form of the research, trainings – including the dissemination of a step-by-step guide on how to build business credit – at University CoWork that are free and open to the public, and creation of Build Business Credit cohorts that use the coworking space and University CoWork-developed "living" / crowdsourced spreadsheet to work on this process together.

The Initiative was introduced at the University CoWork February Lunch & Learn (http://www.universitycowork.com/2020businesscredit), and a follow-up events will occur on March 10, 2020 and April 14, 2020. Free tickets: http://www.universitycowork.com/BusinessCredit.

The Business Credit initiative was inspired by a University CoWork member and Woodlawn native/resident Tiffany Williams – owner of Exquisite Catering and Events – who struggled to make payroll during a temporary downturn in business. Although exceptionally talented and accomplished, she lacked the financial network, personal credit, or open credit lines which could have helped. Unfortunately, this scenario is all too common in our community.

University CoWork was created to make meaningful economic and social impact by providing underserved neighborhoods access to downtown-quality business and professional resources within an inclusive and supportive culture. "We have already seen tangible results in terms of members, event participation, increased economic activity, and job creation," said Lubin. "It's through making connections, learning, jumpstarting productivity, and thus catalyzing achievement that we measure our success." Members come from Woodlawn as well as Avalon Park, Back of the Yards, Bridgeport, Bronzeville, Chatham, Englewood, Grand Crossing, Hyde Park, South Shore, the Northside, southern suburbs, and northwest Indiana.

University CoWork provides exceptional amenities, a supportive culture, and one of the largest business networks in Chicago, all at an amazingly affordable price point. It is open to the public Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm, and 24/7 for most members. Individuals interested in learning more are encouraged to book a tour at http://www.universitycowork.com.



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LOS ANGELES (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 26, 2020

HerCode is pleased to announce their collaboration with USC Viterbi School of Engineering and the Digital Citizen Fund in Afghanistan to launch a program providing over one hundred Afghani high-school girls education in blockchain technology. This program furthers HerCode's mission to empower women to have a prominent role in this new era of technology through blockchain education. With a focus on underserved communities, HerCode hopes to prevent the widening gender gap in the blockchain industry by providing girls and women from around the world an opportunity to learn, contribute, and earn digitally.

Blockchain technology promises to reduce barriers for all and democratize accessibility to knowledge and wealth. Unfortunately, accessibility is really not an option for many women, particularly those from disadvantaged communities or developing regions.

Heidi Pease, Founder of the Los Angeles Blockchain Lab said, "We aim to make this technology more readily available for all through our strategic partnerships and programs, from the corners of our local communities to the farthest outreaches abroad." [HerCode is an Impact and Diversity initiative under the LA Blockchain Lab].

Nicole Campa, Co-founder of HerCode added, "The major benefits of blockchain technology and the positive change it will provide on a global scale can only happen if the pool of people who create it are as diverse as possible."

The World Economic Forum predicts "10% of total GDP to be stored on blockchain by 2027," yet today less than 9% of the bitcoin community and fewer than 7% of blockchain developers are female. To address this crisis, HerCode aims to equip women

Avalon Barrie, Co-Founder of HerCode said, "Through much research and our own personal experiences, we noticed a shortage of women in the industry. Our goal is to give as many women around the world who may not have access to this education a chance to be part of this new technology. Hopefully, with this knowledge, these women can then further their careers, help this industry grow and continue to spread awareness on their own. Why wait until this gender gap gets wider?"

Women in Blockchain:

According to Fortunly 8.5% of all investments in cryptocurrencies are made by men

According to Coindesk, "New blockchain startups in 2019 had only 14.5% women as team members and only 7% in executive positions. "

HerCode partners with best-in-class universities, training centers, and corporate partners around the globe, creating a network of leading blockchain professors and industry experts, to provide the highest quality education programs. All of their initiatives align with five of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs 4, 5, 8, 9 and 10) and carefully consider diverse cultural implications that blockchain can bring. Their first international endeavor is currently taking place in Herat, Afghanistan via a video-conferencing class through partnership with University Southern California (USC) Viterbi School of Engineering, ranked "#9 Best Engineering School in the US," and the Digital Citizen Fund (DCF), a non-profit organization providing digital literacy training for young women in developing nations.

Roya Mahboob, Founder of the Digital Citizen Fund said, "DCF's mission is to increase women's participation and advancement in the workplace by providing women with quality education, training, and support. Partnering with HerCode provides women in underserved populations a pathway to digital literacy, specifically blockchain which could transform the societies in which they live for the better."

Professors Nitin Kalé, who developed the Minor in Blockchain at USC, and Eric Chung are leading the blockchain teacher training which concludes at the end of the year and awards DCF teachers and over 100 teenage girls with a certificate of completion from USC.*

Nitin Kalé said, "Education should have no borders. Sharing my knowledge with other teachers and professors has a multiplier effect that can bring technology education to a global student audience." Eric Chung added "Education is a high-leverage activity that drives mainstream adoption of new technology. I'm thrilled to partner with HerCode to challenge students to ask "What if we could usher in the future just a bit earlier?"

For local U.S. activities, HerCode is launching a series of blockchain events throughout Los Angeles beginning in March and includes hands-on workshops from industry and academic leaders. "We'd like to help make LA one of Melinda Gates' next Gender Inclusive Tech cities (GET) by bringing in as many women and girls into the LA blockchain space as possible," said Campa. In 2020 alone, HerCode's LA initiative anticipates well over 700 teenage girls and women ranging from blockchain curious to coders to career shifters and entrepreneurs.

For more information, sign-up for HerCode's newsletter or contact us at http://www.hercodeglobal.com.

Sponsors making this initiative possible include several anonymous donors as well as CoinCircle, a decentralized finance company reinventing the future of money and finance.

For media inquiries, please contact Kili Wall at (310) 260-7901 or Kili(at)MelrosePR(dot)com.

More about HerCode
HerCode, a non-profit based in Los Angeles, is the impact and diversity initiative of the LA Blockchain Lab, is a non-profit based in Los Angeles, California and aims to educate 1 Million girls and women by 2030. HerCode believes an education in blockchain will help give women, specifically those in underserved communities, access to a global language that is the future of technology and communication. HerCode will help provide participants with job opportunities, internships, continued education, and access to an international community of HerCode Global alumnae. Bringing them to the forefront of this technology will change the trajectory of their lives.

More about USC Viterbi School of Engineering, Minor in Blockchain
The USC Viterbi School of Engineering is internationally recognized for creating new models of education, research and commercialization that are firmly rooted in real world needs. In 2019, under leadership of Prof. Nitin Kalé, they became one of the first schools in the world to offer a minor in blockchain for students interested in entrepreneurship, fintech, and decentralization.

More about the Digital Citizen Fund
Founded in 2013, by Roya Mahboob, is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization which provides IT centers in developing countries where women and children can gain access to technology. The foundation virtually connects them with others across the world, obtaining the necessary technological training to be competitive in today's global market.

Disclaimer: DCF students gain knowledge and training from USC faculty through academic outreach. DCF students participating in HerCode's program are not enrolled USC students and are not receiving USC academic credit.



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LOS ANGELES (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 26, 2020

HerCode is pleased to announce their collaboration with USC Viterbi School of Engineering and the Digital Citizen Fund in Afghanistan to launch a program providing over one hundred Afghani high-school girls education in blockchain technology. This program furthers HerCode's mission to empower women to have a prominent role in this new era of technology through blockchain education. With a focus on underserved communities, HerCode hopes to prevent the widening gender gap in the blockchain industry by providing girls and women from around the world an opportunity to learn, contribute, and earn digitally.

Blockchain technology promises to reduce barriers for all and democratize accessibility to knowledge and wealth. Unfortunately, accessibility is really not an option for many women, particularly those from disadvantaged communities or developing regions.

Heidi Pease, Founder of the Los Angeles Blockchain Lab said, "We aim to make this technology more readily available for all through our strategic partnerships and programs, from the corners of our local communities to the farthest outreaches abroad." [HerCode is an Impact and Diversity initiative under the LA Blockchain Lab].

Nicole Campa, Co-founder of HerCode added, "The major benefits of blockchain technology and the positive change it will provide on a global scale can only happen if the pool of people who create it are as diverse as possible."

The World Economic Forum predicts "10% of total GDP to be stored on blockchain by 2027," yet today less than 9% of the bitcoin community and fewer than 7% of blockchain developers are female. To address this crisis, HerCode aims to equip women

Avalon Barrie, Co-Founder of HerCode said, "Through much research and our own personal experiences, we noticed a shortage of women in the industry. Our goal is to give as many women around the world who may not have access to this education a chance to be part of this new technology. Hopefully, with this knowledge, these women can then further their careers, help this industry grow and continue to spread awareness on their own. Why wait until this gender gap gets wider?"

Women in Blockchain:

According to Fortunly 8.5% of all investments in cryptocurrencies are made by men

According to Coindesk, "New blockchain startups in 2019 had only 14.5% women as team members and only 7% in executive positions. "

HerCode partners with best-in-class universities, training centers, and corporate partners around the globe, creating a network of leading blockchain professors and industry experts, to provide the highest quality education programs. All of their initiatives align with five of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs 4, 5, 8, 9 and 10) and carefully consider diverse cultural implications that blockchain can bring. Their first international endeavor is currently taking place in Herat, Afghanistan via a video-conferencing class through partnership with University Southern California (USC) Viterbi School of Engineering, ranked "#9 Best Engineering School in the US," and the Digital Citizen Fund (DCF), a non-profit organization providing digital literacy training for young women in developing nations.

Roya Mahboob, Founder of the Digital Citizen Fund said, "DCF's mission is to increase women's participation and advancement in the workplace by providing women with quality education, training, and support. Partnering with HerCode provides women in underserved populations a pathway to digital literacy, specifically blockchain which could transform the societies in which they live for the better."

Professors Nitin Kalé, who developed the Minor in Blockchain at USC, and Eric Chung are leading the blockchain teacher training which concludes at the end of the year and awards DCF teachers and over 100 teenage girls with a certificate of completion from USC.*

Nitin Kalé said, "Education should have no borders. Sharing my knowledge with other teachers and professors has a multiplier effect that can bring technology education to a global student audience." Eric Chung added "Education is a high-leverage activity that drives mainstream adoption of new technology. I'm thrilled to partner with HerCode to challenge students to ask "What if we could usher in the future just a bit earlier?"

For local U.S. activities, HerCode is launching a series of blockchain events throughout Los Angeles beginning in March and includes hands-on workshops from industry and academic leaders. "We'd like to help make LA one of Melinda Gates' next Gender Inclusive Tech cities (GET) by bringing in as many women and girls into the LA blockchain space as possible," said Campa. In 2020 alone, HerCode's LA initiative anticipates well over 700 teenage girls and women ranging from blockchain curious to coders to career shifters and entrepreneurs.

For more information, sign-up for HerCode's newsletter or contact us at http://www.hercodeglobal.com.

Sponsors making this initiative possible include several anonymous donors as well as CoinCircle, a decentralized finance company reinventing the future of money and finance.

For media inquiries, please contact Kili Wall at (310) 260-7901 or Kili(at)MelrosePR(dot)com.

More about HerCode
HerCode, a non-profit based in Los Angeles, is the impact and diversity initiative of the LA Blockchain Lab, is a non-profit based in Los Angeles, California and aims to educate 1 Million girls and women by 2030. HerCode believes an education in blockchain will help give women, specifically those in underserved communities, access to a global language that is the future of technology and communication. HerCode will help provide participants with job opportunities, internships, continued education, and access to an international community of HerCode Global alumnae. Bringing them to the forefront of this technology will change the trajectory of their lives.

More about USC Viterbi School of Engineering, Minor in Blockchain
The USC Viterbi School of Engineering is internationally recognized for creating new models of education, research and commercialization that are firmly rooted in real world needs. In 2019, under leadership of Prof. Nitin Kalé, they became one of the first schools in the world to offer a minor in blockchain for students interested in entrepreneurship, fintech, and decentralization.

More about the Digital Citizen Fund
Founded in 2013, by Roya Mahboob, is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization which provides IT centers in developing countries where women and children can gain access to technology. The foundation virtually connects them with others across the world, obtaining the necessary technological training to be competitive in today's global market.

Disclaimer: DCF students gain knowledge and training from USC faculty through academic outreach. DCF students participating in HerCode's program are not enrolled USC students and are not receiving USC academic credit.



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KALAMAZOO, MICH. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 26, 2020

Kalamazoo Valley Community College's "About Writing" Visiting Writers Series welcomes Tommy Orange on March 26 for two events: an on-stage conversation at 10 a.m. and a reading and on-stage conversation at 2:15 p.m. in the Student Commons Theater, Room 4240, at the Texas Township Campus. Both events will be followed by a book signing. Drop-in community book talks to discuss Orange's book There There are set for 6:30 p.m. on March 12 at This is a Bookstore, and at the Portage District Library at 6:30 p.m. on March 16.

Orange is the author of the New York Times bestselling novel There There, a multigenerational, relentlessly paced story about a side of America few have ever seen: the lives of urban Native Americans. There There was one of The New York Times Book Review's 10 Best Books of the Year, won the Center for Fiction's First Novel Prize, and was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize.

A recent graduate from the MFA program at the Institute of American Indian Arts, Orange is a 2014 MacDowell Fellow and a 2016 Writing by Writers Fellow. He is an enrolled member of the Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes of Oklahoma. Born and raised in Oakland, California, he now lives in Angels Camp, California.

The Visiting Writers Series at Kalamazoo Valley Community College is coordinated by English instructor Dr. Julie Stotz-Ghosh and offers students the opportunity to talk with professional writers and listen to their work. Retired English instructor Rob Haight established the series and began bringing noteworthy authors to the college in 2001. The visits are free and open to the public and include a craft talk and a reading.

There There is being read and discussed by many Kalamazoo Valley Community College classes for the 2019/20 academic year. "It's a book that's already popping up as one of the best books of the decade. We feel lucky to have this unique opportunity to introduce our students to Tommy Orange and his work," said Liberal Arts Dean Dr. Billy Reynolds.

Stotz-Ghosh, who will moderate the question and answer session, agreed that Kalamazoo Valley is fortunate to be hosting Orange. "As a creative writer, I admire Tommy Orange's writing style," she said. "The novel is complex and layered." She expects the experience of reading the novel to encourage students to explore and tell their own stories. "When we share our stories we become connected," Stotz-Ghosh said. "Literature connects us. Reading a book together creates community, connects us with others through imagination, empathy, and conversation."

"Reading Tommy's novel connects people who otherwise wouldn't understand the experience," said Kalamazoo Valley Library Director Mark Walters. "Connecting people to one another and to the history that we want to forget about is important because otherwise we forget."

Copies of There There are available through the Kalamazoo Valley bookstore. Both of Orange's March 26 presentations run for 45 minutes and will be followed by a book signing opportunity.
Orange's visit is co-sponsored by the English Department, Kalamazoo Valley Library and the Office of Diversity and Inclusion.



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SAN ANTONIO (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 26, 2020

Inspired eLearning today announced it has been recognized as a Leader by Forrester in The Forrester Wave: Security Awareness and Training Solutions, Q1 2020 evaluation. The firm's analysis of the growing security awareness and training market looks at solutions that focus on behavior and culture change, global support and localization, and positive, hopeful content. This comes as traditional training becomes less effective, making personal cybersecurity security even more critical for security and risk management leaders.

"It's an incredible honor to be recognized as a Leader in The Forrester Wave evaluation, Security Awareness and Training Solutions," said Kyle Metcalf, Inspired eLearning CEO. "Our mission is to help our customers create a culture that puts security first, and that starts with having each learner understand and recognize the types of threats that exist today. We believe the inclusion of our company as a Leader in this evaluation further illustrates how our highly effective solutions can enable our customers to create and maintain that culture."

Forrester evaluated 12 security awareness and training (SA&T) providers against 23 criteria. Within the current offering category, evaluated criteria included key differentiators, learner content, data reporting and segmentation, solution integrations, onboarding and time to learn, gamification and VR, and business, security culture, and technical value. Strategy and market presence were also evaluated.

The report states that Inspired eLearning's solution uses "learning studies as a base to ensure that all information it shares will stick with the learner." Customer references "emphasized the platform's ease of use and course management as top qualities..."

Inspired eLearning received the highest score possible in the VR and Gamification criterion. These tools are readily available right out of the box with Inspired eLearning's flagship product suite – Security First Solutions – a multilingual, packaged security solution powered by automation capabilities to deliver assessments, training, and phishing simulations through integrated learning paths.

Part of the Security First Solutions platform includes Inspired eLearning's PhishProof solution, the industry's only anti-phishing simulation tool capable of training employees to recognize the full spectrum of phishing attempts, all from one platform:

Phishing (email)

Vishing (voice/phone)

SMiShing (SMS text)

USB baiting

As the most awarded security awareness training provider of 2018 and 2019 we are confident that Security First Solutions will be an effective form of security awareness training and provide your organization with measurable change when it comes to cybersecurity best practices.

Inspired eLearning delivers powerful enterprise-level security awareness education to organizations of all shapes and sizes. Their award-winning courses combine high-quality content and simulations that delight employees and provide organizations with the educational reinforcement tools they need to adopt practicable cybersecurity habits. Inspired eLearning's courses and videos are produced by an in-house team of highly experienced instructional designers and multimedia developers who use the latest methodologies in adult learning theory to create compelling content, making Inspired eLearning's security awareness platform the most effective in the industry.

For a list of all awards Inspired eLearning has won over the years, visit https://www.inspiredelearning.com/awards

To read the full report, download your complimentary copy of the Q1 2020 Forrester Wave evaluation, Security Awareness and Training Solutions here.



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HOLLYWOOD, FLA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 26, 2020

The epilepsy team at Memorial Neuroscience Institute successfully completed its first use of a minimally-invasive, robotic device that helps pinpoint the origin of epileptic seizures on a patient.

The device, now in full use at Memorial Regional Hospital, is called a Robotized Surgical Assistant, or ROSA. With assistance from the robot, neurosurgeons only need to make small, precise incisions in the scalp and skull to place electrodes deep in the brain and investigate where seizures are triggered.

The robot also improves accuracy, safety and can significantly reduce total surgery time, said Tarek Zakaria, MD, Medical Director for the Adult Neurology Program and Epilepsy Program.

By using the new technology, more data will be available to the epilepsy team to offer patients more advanced treatment options and help them to achieve their dreams to be seizure free, Zakaria said.

"We are committed in adopting technology that is at the forefront of surgical treatments for epilepsy," Zakaria said. "The use of the robot will help the Memorial Neuroscience Institute to provide the cutting edge care to our patients."

When medication is not enough to control seizures, neurosurgeons like Christopher DeMassi, MD and Daxa Patel, MD may take a surgical approach. That includes altering or removing brain tissue at the location where a patient's seizures begin. However, they can only do so if they can first zero in exactly where that origin is. This is where Rosa can assist.

Recently, they performed the two-part procedure on a 24-year-old female patient, who began having epileptic seizures at age eight and had exhausted all available medications.

The procedure, called robot-assisted stereoelectroencephalography (SEEG), was performed as part of the services offered by the Memorial Neuroscience Institute Comprehensive Epilepsy Center.

"Our goal is to always bring in the latest innovative technologies to achieve the best possible outcome for our patients," DeMassi said. "This is just the latest advancement available to the South Florida community and keeps us at the front of epilepsy care."

Surgeons used ROSA and a 3-D reconstruction of the patient's brain to guide them where to surgically implant electrodes without having to remove sections of her skull. DeMassi and Patel then used the robot's arm to make two- or three-millimeter holes in the scalp through which the electrode wires were passed.

With the electrodes in place, Zakaria and his team were later able to see part of the patient's brain "light up" on a computer monitor as a seizure began, essentially flagging the point of origin.

"Memorial Neuroscience Institute is proud to offer the most technologically advanced and comprehensive services for our patients and the community," said Haroula Protopapadakis Nordem, FACHE, Associate Administrator at Memorial Regional Hospital.

"The addition of the ROSA to our program will allow our surgeons to deliver more precise results in a less invasive manner and allow our physicians to treat patients who otherwise might not have had a feasible treatment option," she said.

Memorial's epilepsy center is accredited by the National Association of Epilepsy Centers (NAEC) as a Level 4 program, a designation for programs offering the highest level of comprehensive and specialized care.

Memorial Regional Hospital in Hollywood, Fla., is one of the largest hospitals in Florida and is a facility of Memorial Healthcare System, one of the largest healthcare systems in Florida. Its wide scope of medical services and programs includes Memorial Cancer Institute, Breast Cancer Center, Cardiac and Vascular Institute, Neuroscience Center, Comprehensive Weight-Loss Surgery Program, Family Birthplace, Center for Behavioral Health, Sickle Cell Day Hospital, Women's Services, Fitness and Rehabilitation Center, and a level I Trauma Center. For more information, visit memorialregional.com.




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WASHINGTON (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 26, 2020

The Grain Foods Foundation is excited to announce the addition of Siddhartha Angadi, PhD, FACSM, to its Scientific Advisory Board, effective February 1, 2020. A fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine, Dr. Angadi is currently an Assistant Professor at the College of Health Solutions at Arizona State University.

A cardiovascular exercise physiologist by training, Dr. Angadi's research focuses on the complex interactions between exercise and physical activity, diet, and drugs in both healthy individuals and those with serious illnesses such as congestive heart failure, breast cancer, and end-stage renal disease.

"Given the rising prevalence of and deaths resulting from the illnesses that Dr. Angadi studies, this is the perfect time to add his expertise to the Foundation," said Christine Cochran, executive director for the Grain Foods Foundation. "His research is impressive in both volume and breadth, and we look forward to raising the visibility of the evidence-based dietary recommendations that result from it among the nutrition community and the public."

Dr. Angadi cites his most recent research – one Nutrients study that investigates the effects of glycemic index and dietary fiber on cardiovascular disease risk in adults, and another that examines the role of dietary fiber consumption on cardiovascular health in pediatric populations – as evidence that he clearly shares this ambition.

"I'm elated to join the Scientific Advisory Board," Angadi said. "There's a tremendous amount of misinformation out there when it comes to the role of diet in human health and disease, from one fad diet claiming that dietary fiber isn't essential to another claiming that we'd all be better off without gluten. So I'm thrilled to partner with the Grain Foods Foundation and have the opportunity to help separate fact from fiction."

Dr. Angadi joins the current members of the Scientific Advisory Board:

Glenn Gaesser, PhD (Chairman), Professor of Exercise Science and Health Promotion and Director of the Healthy Lifestyles Research Center at Arizona State University;

Dyan Hes, MD, owner and medical director of Gramercy Pediatrics in New York City;

Sylvia Melendez-Klinger, DBA, MS, RD, LDN, founder of Hispanic Food Communications;

Richard D. Mattes, MPH, PhD, RD, Distinguished Professor of Nutrition Science at Purdue University;

Julie Miller Jones, PhD, LN, CNS, Professor Emeritus at St. Catherine University;

Bruce Young, MD, Silverman Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at New York University School of Medicine;

Angela Ginn-Meadow, RD, LDN, CDE, Senior Education Coordinator at the University of Maryland's Center for Diabetes and Endocrinology;

Pamela Cureton, RD, LDN, Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition at the University of Maryland School of Medicine;

Hannah Holscher, PhD, RD, Assistant Professor of Nutrition in the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition at the University of Illinois.

About Grain Foods Foundation
Formed in 2004, Grain Foods Foundation (GFF) is a group of thought leaders and advocates for ALL grain foods and believes everybody needs grain food to enjoy a happy and healthy life. Committed to nutrition education programming that is firmly rooted in science, GFF is a strong advocate for our members, and a resource for consumers and the media who want to learn more about the role of grains in a well-balanced eating pattern. GFF offers research-based information and resources to members, partners, influencers, policymakers and consumers through a comprehensive communications campaign, conferences, webinars, research tools, social media and more. GFF is committed to bringing fact-based information and common sense to the consumer. For more information, visit grainfoodsfoundation.org.



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RESTON, VA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 26, 2020

This March, music educators and music students will be celebrating music education in their schools and communities with concerts and classroom activities that show how "Music Changes Lives," the theme of the 2020 observance of Music In Our Schools Month. The impact of music education on the lives of students is evident in its social-emotional effect on young people and how they interact with the world around them.

The National Association for Music Education (NAfME) recognizes March as the thirty-fifth annual Music In Our Schools Month (MIOSM). Since 1985, MIOSM has been observed as a yearly month-long celebration when schools and communities celebrate music in their local schools and the educators who dedicate themselves to bringing music into the lives of students every day. This year the NAfME Council for General Music Education has provided teachers resources to show the learning process throughout the whole school year. The "Music In Our Schools Month: Process into Product" document explains this new direction, which began in 2018.

Every day, in classrooms and rehearsal rooms across the United States, music educators dedicate themselves to reaching all students with life-changing musical experiences. What parents, administrators, and the wider community have not always had the opportunity to observe, however, is the months of practice and rehearsals, and the process of learning that takes place in the music classroom and on the stage.

Each school year provides an opportunity for music educators to show that process through "informances"—when students demonstrate various learning stages—before the performances at the end of that process. This is a wonderful opportunity for students to show their growth and learning in the music classroom—and for educators to share the incredible work they are doing in their music programs. NAfME also celebrates the music program leaders, superintendents, school boards, parents, and local businesses that support their local schools' music programs and the difference music makes for all students.

NAfME encourages teachers and music education advocates to share on social media how their schools are celebrating music education, using the hashtags #MusicChangesLives and #MIOSM and tagging "@NAfME."

This year NAfME has provided MIOSM lesson plans for twenty songs, including resources from the Library of Congress, instructional goals and objectives, connections to the National Core Arts Standards learned in each lesson, worksheets, and more. Additionally, music educators can join in the "biggest school chorus in the world" with American Young Voices, which has provided lesson plans, teaching aims and objectives, sheet music, vocal tracks, and more for the song "Pinwheels." NAfME has also provided classroom materials for MIOSM that teachers can share with their students as they celebrate how "Music Changes Lives" in their classrooms and schools. All of these items are available at nafme.org/MIOSM.

On March 26, on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, NAfME will host a congressional briefing for legislators, Hill staffers, and stakeholders on music education and social-emotional learning. Speakers will include Scott Edgar, Associate Professor of Music, Music Education Chair, and Director of Bands at Lake Forest College and author of Music Education and Social Emotional Learning: The Heart of Teaching Music, and Bob Morrison, school board member and New Jersey music education advocate. For more information, contact advocacy@nafme.org.

Meanwhile, state music education associations (MEAs) are conducting their own advocacy days this spring in state capitals to support music education for all students. Ensembles are performing for elected officials at their state capitols and in local communities to demonstrate the importance of music education. Many state MEAs sponsor resolutions or proclamations for MIOSM. A how-to guide, sample language, and examples of current resolutions are posted at nafme.org/MIOSM.

On February 24, Rob Lyda, chair of the NAfME Council for General Music, hosted a Twitter chat on "Advocacy and MIOSM," which can be accessed by following @RobLyda and the hashtags #musedchat, #MusicChangesLives, and #MIOSM on Twitter.

Music In Our Schools Month and MIOSM are trademarks of NAfME, and may not be used for fundraising or materials produced for profit.

National Association for Music Education, among the world's largest arts education organizations, is the only association that addresses all aspects of music education. NAfME advocates at the local, state, and national levels; provides resources for teachers, parents, and administrators; hosts professional development events; and offers a variety of opportunities for students and teachers. The Association has supported music educators at all teaching levels for more than a century. With more than 60,000 members teaching millions of students nationwide, the organization is the national voice for music education in the United States.



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PLANO, TEXAS (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 26, 2020

Stack Sports, the largest global provider of sports technology, announced today that it has extended its partnership with New Jersey Youth Soccer (NJYS), which will leverage the new U.S. Soccer Connect platform for its member club management. As strategic partners, both organizations are committed to supporting the members of NJYS to make soccer easier for volunteers, administrators, coaches, and parents.

U.S. Soccer Connect is an exclusive version of the Sports Connect platform built on the foundation of the Blue Sombrero and Affinity technologies and will serve as the member management technology platform for both NJYS's state office and its member clubs. NJYS members will benefit from the platform's enhanced functionality, including mobile-first player registration, industry-leading marketing and communication capabilities, comprehensive financial reporting, automated coach compliance and background screening, league and tournament scheduling, and direct integration with NJYS's two parent organizations, U.S. Soccer Federation and U.S. Youth Soccer.

"The mission of New Jersey Youth Soccer is to provide fun and safe soccer experiences at all ages and abilities for the youth soccer community," said Evan Dabby, Executive Director, New Jersey Youth Soccer. "Knowing the countless hours our largely volunteer membership gives to supporting this mission, our association listened to our members and conducted a detailed analysis of the technology options. At the conclusion of that process and after extensive internal discussions, we decided that this partnership provides the most efficient and tested experience for our member clubs."

"The goal of Stack Sports and Sports Connect is to make sports easy to manage for administrators, volunteers, coaches, and families so that they can focus more time and attention on the game and the players. We've had the privilege of partnering with a significant number of New Jersey clubs through the years, but this expanded partnership with NJYS allows us to support the game of soccer in New Jersey on an even wider scale," said Tom Arnett, General Manager of Sports Connect.

With the extension of its partnership with NJYS, Sports Connect now powers over 50 national governing bodies and associations, more than 20,000 sports clubs and leagues, two million teams and manages over $1 billion in payments annually.

U.S. Soccer Connect - Sports Connect is Sports Made Easy. For more information on Sports Connect or Stack Sports, please visit http://www.sportsconnect.com or http://www.stacksports.com.

About New Jersey Youth Soccer
New Jersey Youth Soccer, a 501(c) (3) organization affiliated with U.S. Youth Soccer and the U.S. Soccer Federation, is comprised of more than 100,000 players from 5 to 19-years-old; 20,000+ coaches; and thousands of volunteers. Members collectively support the sport of soccer through training, practice, competition and the spirit of good sportsmanship. The association features recreational, travel soccer programs at multiple skill levels; Olympic Development Programs (ODP); tournaments including the National Championship series; coach and referee training and certification programs; and TOPSoccer, a program for children with special needs. To learn more about NJYS go to http://www.njyouthsoccer.com/about_us.

About Stack Sports
With nearly 50 million users in 35 countries, Stack Sports is a global technology leader in SaaS platform offerings for the sports industry. The company provides world-class software and services to support national governing bodies, youth sports associations, leagues, clubs, parents, coaches, and athletes. Some of the largest and most prominent sports organizations including the U.S. Soccer Federation, Little League Baseball and Softball, and Pop Warner Little Scholars rely on Stack Sports technology to run and manage their organizations. Stack Sports is headquartered in Dallas and is leading the industry one team at a time focusing on three key pillars -- Play, Improve, and Engage. To learn more about how Stack Sports is transforming the sports experience, please visit http://www.stacksports.com



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OKLAHOMA CITY (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 26, 2020

Express Employment Professionals recently released its inaugural compensation report for the United States and Canada, highlighting average national wages for light industrial, office services, skilled trades and professional jobs.

Compensation data provided in the report includes jobs such as food servers, marketing managers, landscapers, executive assistants, medical transcriptionists, construction managers and several types of machinists, among several others.

In today's tight labor market, talented job candidates know they have options, so offering competitive compensation is more important than ever to attract the best and brightest workers. Additionally, businesses that are unwilling to compete on pay risk losing employees to the competition.

"If businesses don't stay on top of the latest market data, job seekers will do the talking with their feet and find better-paying jobs with competition that knows what they are worth," said Dwight Hahn, Express franchise owner in Windsor, Connecticut.

In Longmont, Colorado, Express franchise owner Todd Isaacson says his area is booming with one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country—and employees evaluate several aspects of a job.

"Just a few years ago, many employees were happy just to have a job. Now, they look very closely at pay, benefits and opportunity for growth," he said.

Express franchisees have been hard at work for several years educating local businesses about current market conditions and how quickly they evolve.

"In our market, the speed of wage growth caught many employers by surprise," Isaacson said. "Many assume what was good pay in 2017 is still good now. It isn't, and a number of owners are scratching their heads wondering why it's so hard to find and keep quality employees."

Hahn agrees that some companies turn a blind eye to the current tight labor situation in the workforce.

"We see some companies in our area refuse to adjust to what is happening around them in terms of wages and other key benefits," he said. "They cannot seem to make the connection with the quality of the workers they end up with and the extensive turnover that is naturally generated when a company does not offer competitive wages."

The time wasted adjusting compensation for positions actually has far-reaching implications in every area of business, according to Express Corporate Developer Pat Dolan.

"Some defy the market wage for the positions they seek to fill, and subsequently are unable to get to the full employment they need to fulfill their business objectives," he said. "Product isn't produced, orders aren't filled, client support diminishes, revenues are lost, and reputations are tarnished."

Express CEO Bill Stoller said he hopes businesses will find value in Express' 2020 Compensation Report and the insight it offers.

"We are pleased to be able to provide this wonderful tool to help businesses evaluate local market conditions," he said. "When competition for talent is at an all-time high, data is key to attracting and retaining the best."

All data within the report was provided via Emsi, a third-party, labor market data and analytics research company. More information about Emsi and their research methodology is available at EconomicModeling.com.

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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 8 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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SAN JOSE, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 26, 2020

Nucleos, the company bringing 21st century learning opportunities to incarcerated individuals to enable better outcomes, today announced a partnership with Dave Dahl, the former prisoner who's powerful story of personal transformation helped co-found Dave's Killer Bread - the country's number one selling organic bread. By leveraging Nucelos' accredited and secure education technology, Dave and Nucleos intend to transform the opportunities available to incarcerated people to transition to successful re-entry. Not only has Dave invested in Nucleos's seed funding round, but he will work with the company to spread his motivational message through the Nucleos platform. Nucleos and Dave will work together to create a video curriculum for currently incarcerated individuals to help them develop the mindset necessary to transform their lives.

"Other than the willingness-to-change, I believe nothing is more vital to an incarcerated individual's rehabilitation than a meaningful education," said Dave Dahl, co-founder of Dave's Killer Bread. "I've seen many such transformations, including my own, each of which has an exponential effect. Every reformed person becomes a force for good, affecting families, businesses, communities ... even the world. To me, this partnership is a no-brainer."

Nucleos, a social-impact company, has a mission to promote a more just society through wide access to education and training, using specialized technology to help multiply the opportunities available to people in the criminal justice system. Unlike other companies in the space, Nucleos doesn't charge incarcerated people for access to the programs it delivers, which encompass academics, college courses, vocational training, and social & emotional wellness courses.

The Nucleos Learning Platform sits on top of tablets or computer labs, providing:

●    A one-stop platform to integrate all of your education and training programming
●    Top-quality programs from existing providers
●    A unified learner record
●    Linkages to outside social services and employment opportunities
●    Continuity in education programming regardless of changes in phone contracts
For his part, Dave is on a personal mission to help people coming out of prison turn their lives around and get back on their feet again - just like he did. Before co-founding and later selling the company for over $250 million, Dave spent over 15 years in prison, including a second sentence. Access to a computer-aided drafting education program in prison helped Dave realize that he could change into 'a force for good,' a belief that was critical to him realizing his entrepreneurial vision. Dave is now committed to opening up access to education and training for others at far greater rates than presently available, helping others obtain the same opportunities as a basic right. Working with Nucleos, Dave realized that there is a chance to securely expand the range and type of opportunities within prison.

"We're thrilled that a business person of his caliber has agreed to help us evangelize this critical issue," said Noah Freedman, CEO and co-founder for Nucelos. "We believe we have 'cracked the code' on supplying the education and training prisoners need in a model that makes sense for all parties involved."

The United States incarcerates 2.2 million people, or about 1% of the adult working population, primarily as a result of decades of "tough on crime" policies that have resulted in the U.S. having the world's largest prison population. 96% of these prisoners will be released at some point, but only about half of this population has access to education and training programs. Correctional system leaders are now looking to dramatically expand education programs in prisons in order to stem recidivism and ensure these individuals have the resources they need to build new lives once they are released.

Nucleos' platform makes it easy to provide access to education and training programs to those incarcerated, thus greatly increasing the likelihood that these individuals will have better success re-integrating with society, and avoid a return to prison.

About Nucleos
Nucleos builds solutions to provide incarcerated youth and adults with secure personal education and training opportunities. We partner with public correctional facilities to help keep people from returning to jail or prison. If we can help improve the quality of education, training, and therapy in jails and prisons, then we can help give returning citizens hope for the future and the skills to participate in the workforce. To learn more, follow us on Twitter @Nucleos_Inc, LinkedIn, or visit nucleos.com.



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NEW YORK (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 27, 2020

On Tuesday, March 3, Girls Inc. will salute four Honorees at the 2020 Girls Inc. New York Luncheon – Celebrating Women of Achievement whose leadership and success have increased opportunities for girls and women and inspired them to be strong, smart, and bold.

The honorees are:

Sandra Campos
CEO
DVF (Diane von Furstenberg)

Selenis Leyva
Actress/Activist
Diary of a Future President

CORPORATE VISION AWARD
Cox Enterprises
Accepted by Janet Barnard
EVP & Chief People Officer
Cox Automotive

CHAMPION FOR GIRLS AWARD
Melanie Gray
Immediate Past Board Chair, Girls Inc.

"Girls are powerful on their own. They face a lot of challenges, but, with the right supports, role models, and mentors, they can push past obstacles to lead healthy lives, succeed academically, and advocate for themselves and others," says Stephanie J. Hull, Ph.D., Girls Inc. President and CEO. "This year's honorees are the kind of role models who show girls what it means to dream and achieve great things. We are delighted to honor them, both for their own accomplishments and for their commitment to women and girls."

The Girls Inc. New York Luncheon is hosted by Cate Luzio, CEO of Luminary, and Alison Kenney Paul, Principal, Vice Chairman, Deloitte. Held at the New York Marriott Marquis, the event brings together hundreds of committed supporters to celebrate distinguished Honorees and Girls Inc. National Scholars who share personal stories of overcoming challenges. The event raises funds to support Girls Inc. in delivering life-changing programming and opportunities for girls in the United States and Canada.

New evaluation from the American Institutes of Research (AIR) finds Girls Inc. girls have a significant advantage over their peers in more than 20 key areas. The findings demonstrate that girls not only thrive at Girls Inc., they are also more likely than other girls to see themselves as leaders, with the skills and capabilities of influencing and improving their local communities. Informed by both the AIR study and an understanding of what is happening in girls' lives, in the newly released Stronger, Smarter, Bolder: Girls Take the Lead Report, Girls Inc. proposes four crucial supports that allow girls to reach their potential and become strong leaders: the right relationships; encouragement to develop and use their voices; a positive self-image; and intellectual confidence.

Event Details:
Girls Inc. New York Luncheon – Celebrating Women of Achievement
Tuesday, March 3, 2020
The New York Marriott Marquis
Broadway Ballroom
1535 Broadway (between 45th and 46th Streets)
New York, New York 10036

Host Committee:
Lori Dickerson Fouché
Suna Said Maslin
Shaun Robinson
Joyce M. Roché
Tara Stacom
Judy Vredenburgh

PHOTOS AND INTERVIEWS ARE AVAILABLE DURING RECEPTION WITH R.S.V.P.

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About Girls Inc.
Girls Inc. inspires all girls to be strong, smart, and bold through direct service and advocacy. Our comprehensive approach to whole girl development equips girls to navigate gender, economic, and social barriers and grow up healthy, educated, and independent. These positive outcomes are achieved through mentoring relationships, girls-only safe spaces, and research-based programming. Informed by girls and their families, we also advocate for legislation and policies to increase opportunities for all girls. Join us at girlsinc.org.



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ALISO VIEJO, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 27, 2020

NB Private Capital, LLC, a nationally recognized real estate firm specializing in student housing, has engaged Access Capital Group, LLC, to become a part of their capital distribution team. With this newly engaged partnership brings two experienced veterans, Robert Brennan as Senior Vice President of Capital Markets for the Texas/Oklahoma region, and Patrick Lam as Senior Vice President of Capital Markets for Northern California. According to an announcement by Jason Kjellson, National Sales Manager for NBPC, both individuals will be responsible for the development and growth of new business within the broker dealer and RIA community as well as servicing its existing partnerships within their respective territories.

Prior to joining NB Private Capital, Brennan held similar roles at Griffin Capital, CR Capital, MetLife Investors and Great West Annuities. During his career spanning more than 25 years in the industry, Brennan has raised more than two billion dollars in capital markets. He has a BBA in Finance from the University of North Texas and currently holds a Series 7 securities license.

With a background of 16-plus years in capital markets, Lam has worked in senior executive positions at Griffin Capital, MetLife Investors, AIG Sun America and Nationwide Annuities. He brings to the firm a wealth of experience in fundraising and fund structuring and has raised over $1.2 billion. He has a BS in Management Science of Economics from The University of California, San Diego and has a Series 7 securities license.

"Since our reorganization in early 2018, NBPC has grown by more than $300 million in assets and has raised close to $180 million in investor capital," said Kjellson. Adding, "Both Robert and Patrick bring to the team a wealth of experience in product development, fund structuring and capital investments."

In their respective roles at Access Capital Group, Lam serves as the National Sales Manager and Brennan as Senior Vice President. Access Capital Group is a distribution company that focuses on wholesaling Reg D products to the Broker Dealer and RIA channel.

For more information about NB Private Capital, LLC, please contact Brian Nelson, Founder, at Brian@NBprivatecapital.com

ABOUT NB PRIVATE CAPITAL
NB Private Capital, LLC, offers individual investors direct ownership interests in institutional quality, professionally managed real estate. The company, founded by Brian Nelson, focuses on what we believe to be well-positioned, currently income producing properties, targeted growth opportunities and potential value-added investments for its clients through strategies targeting capital improvements, cost efficiency, and revenue maximization. NBPC specializes in the acquisition, financing, and ownership of real estate investments in the niche area of student housing. NBPC currently manages over $850 million in multi-family housing real estate.

All investment involves risk of loss of some or all principal invested. Past performance is not indicative of future results. There is no guarantee that any investment model will perform as targeted.

Securities offered through Emerson Equity, LLC, Member FINRA/SIPC. http://www.finra.org and http://www.sipc.org. NBPC and Emerson Equity LLC are not affiliated.




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BOSTON (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Vantage Partners, a global consulting and training firm, today announced that Vantage executives will lead three sessions at the March 16-18, 2020 ASAP Global Alliance Summit. Vantage is a Platinum Sponsor of the event, held this year at the Renaissance Tampa International Plaza Hotel in Tampa, Florida USA.

"Managing Power Imbalances: How to Navigate Partnerships between Large and Small Organizations," is the topic of a panel discussion moderated by Jessica Wadd, partner at Vantage Partners. Panelists will represent views from big and small companies across the Pharma and Technology industries.

"Partnerships between large organizations and smaller firms can generate massive value, but often bring unique management challenges," according to Wadd. "Differently sized firms confront other differences—in perceived and real power, culture, processes, appetite for risk, execution speed, and autonomy. What's right structure to enable success? It looks good on paper, but will it hinder execution?"

"Alliance Management Skill-Building: Case Studies Across Industries," is a session led by Wadd and Ben Siddall, partner at Vantage Partners.

"Unfortunately, many alliance management functions fail to implement a skill-building program that is right-sized and designed according to the specific needs, structure, and maturity of their partnering organization," Siddall said.

Wadd and Siddall plan to draw real-world insights from multiple case studies of designing fit-for-purpose training programs to build alliance management competency in organizations of very different maturities. The case studies reflect different industries and differently structured alliance management teams, each of which has created its own distinct career development pathways.

"Big Pharma M&A and Alliance Portfolios: What's at the End of the Rainbow?" is a panel moderated by Adam Kornetsky, engagement leader at Vantage Partners.

The past decade saw a frenzy of pharmaceutical deals, mergers, and acquisitions involving some of the biggest names in the industry. Kornetsky will lead a discussion among veteran alliance leaders about management of an alliance portfolio throughout an M&A process. Questions to be explored include: What are strategic considerations for acquirers—and the acquired? How is the value of the alliance portfolio characterized and communicated within large-scale M&As? How do you unlock and maximize this value?

Visit Vantage Partners' 2020 Summit overview page at https://www.vantagepartners.com/events/2020-asap-global-alliance-summit/ to receive a 30% registration discount courtesy of Vantage. Learn more and register for the event at http://www.asapsummit.org.

ABOUT VANTAGE PARTNERS
Vantage Partners is a consulting and training firm that helps companies innovate more quickly, execute with greater discipline, and collaborate more effectively, for sustained impact and growth. Headquartered in Boston, Vantage serves clients worldwide across multiple industries including biopharmaceuticals, healthcare, energy, financial services, high-technology, and manufacturing. The firm combines three decades of practical experience with an ongoing commitment to thought leadership. Vantage's founders have served on the faculties of Harvard University, the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth, and the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, and have published award-winning books and multiple articles in the Harvard Business Review and other leading journals. The Vantage Insights Center offers on-demand articles, research, case studies, white papers, and presentations. Learn more about the firm at http://www.vantagepartners.com.



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ORANGE COUNTY, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Working Wardrobes, a 30-year Orange County nonprofit dedicated to helping people get back on their feet and back in the workforce, is holding its first veteran event since the devastating fire destroyed their headquarters on February 2, 2020. The 3rd annual VetNet Walk in Their Shoes event will take place at Lakeview Park, near Irvine Lake in Silverado, on Saturday, March 28th, 2020. It will feature a 5K walk, fun run, and finish line festival.

"The fire destroyed our building, taking millions of dollars in equipment and donated professional clothing that helped men, women and our military heroes get back on their feet," says Jerri Rosen, Working Wardrobes Founder and CEO. "But our community has risen up with donations, and many businesses and organizations are continuing their support by coming together to walk with us at our VetNet Walk in Their Shoes fundraising event."

The event begins promptly at 8 am.

Companies and organizations interested in participating in the event can designate a team captain, name and register here: http://workingwardrobes.org/walk/.

The fundraising goal of the event is $100,000! There are still opportunities to sponsor a team or sponsor a mile marker. For those interested in sponsorship, please contact Marissa Chery, Working Wardrobes Event Manager, at MarissaC@workingwardobes.org.

Working Wardrobes is honored to have Pacific Premier Bank as the course sponsor and Boeing as the start/finish sponsor. Mile Marker Sponsors include TD Law, Experian, and Cox Communications.

"We are honored to have so many corporations sponsoring the event and excited to bring their teams out to walk with us," says Rosen. "A fire cannot stop our mission to serve those in need, and our programs continue to run with the help of this incredible community."

The cause of the fire that destroyed the Working Wardrobes building in the early morning hours of Sunday, February 2 is still under investigation. The organization has been given temporary space inside Goodwill Fitness Center, operations were back up and running within days of the tragedy. Rosen is currently searching for property that will be the non-profit's new home.

"Our motto is the Power of a Paycheck, and in the wake of this fire, we have certainly experienced the power of our community to support us as we rebuild for the next 30 years," says Rosen. "We are so humbled by the love we have experienced, and over the next few months, we will be celebrating the amazing stories of many rebuilding heroes."

MORE ABOUT WORKING WARDROBES:
Working Wardrobes is Orange County's foremost career development nonprofit, championing on behalf of at-risk men, women, young adults, and veterans to help them achieve the dignity of work. Founded in 1990 by CEO/Founder Jerri Rosen, Working Wardrobes has been serving the Southern California region for over 30 years, providing job training, career placement, and wardrobe services to more than 105,000 clients to overcome barriers to employment and achieve the Power of a Paycheck. For more information please visit, http://www.workingwardrobes.org.

Please direct media inquiries to Devon Poer, Marketing and Public Relations Manager at devonp@workingwardrobes.org or (949) 558-4145.



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MENLO PARK, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Special Learning, Inc. is the leading global provider of Autism and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) solutions with the mission to bring quality ABA intervention to the world. The organization utilizes unique methodologies that include rigorous training, virtual services, and an educational suite comprised of curriculum and teaching materials to enable unfettered global access to quality ABA programming. The company is passionate about changing the lives of people with Autism and other special needs and it is officially expanding its global reach to the Russian-speaking market to provide access to world-class ABA training, curriculum and educational materials and access to ABA experts. You may view and access their growing list of products and services at http://www.slglobalsolutions.com.

The organization offers:

World-Class Training Programs and Packages translated into local area languages

Cost-effective products and services to support every parent, educator and professional

Access to evidence-based training materials only available in the United States

A Clinically Acclaimed ABA Course in Russian

(a) Includes 9 lessons of video-based training with nearly 20 hours of direct training on Autism, ABA and application to start changing lives of persons with disabilities from day 1.
(b) All lessons delivered by a world-class Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) who brings her experience and expertise with an engaging approach to learning in Russian.
(c) The program is sequenced to build-upon skills for fluid learning and bringing what you learn to real-life.
(d) Includes a certificate of completion- the first of its kind to the Russian and Kazak regions of the world

Tools and Materials to Create the Best Individualized Plan in Russian and Kazak

(a) Social Narrative Stories to teach skills from language development to how to "behave" in certain situations (e.g. raising your hand in the classroom)

There are approximately 70 million people with autism in the world, and yet there is a worldwide scarcity of trained professionals to implement evidence-based intervention programs. Less than 10% of the world's population with autism has access to a life-changing intervention known as Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA).

ABA is an evidenced-based intervention that with early and intensive application of quality ABA programming has demonstrated 47% success rate helping children with autism to mainstream. Furthermore, with proper application, ABA has been proven to help over 90% of people on the autism spectrum achieve a greater level of independence. However, the world is experiencing an acute shortage of certified ABA experts, Board Certified Behavioral Analysts (BCBAs), to support the world's autism population. As of November 2019, there are less than 40,000 BCBAs in the world, most of whom practice in the United States. As a result of the extreme scarcity of certified or credentialed ABA experts to treat and supervise intervention programs, quality ABA therapy is currently only accessible in a handful of countries.

Special Learning, Inc.'s evidence-based autism intervention programs will help address this global scarcity issue; making its programs and services available across all of Russia.

"We are excited to expand our global reach so that we may help meet the educational and training needs of the autism clinical communities across Russia. Our comprehensive programs have been customized and translated to give parents, educators and clinicians access to hundreds of best-in-class tools and training programs. We have spent the last 10 years developing, designing, testing, refining and now implementing the best and most cost-effective means to provide digital access to ABA. We believe helping to improve the quality of care through educational opportunities will mean that we've helped to improve the lives of millions of people with autism around the world." said Karen Chung, CEO at Special Learning, Inc.

For more information about Special Learning Global Solutions products, visit Special Learning Global Solution's website (http://www.slglobalsolutions.com)



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LAS CRUCES, N.M. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 27, 2020

VIC Technology Venture Development, LLC (VIC), has formed Filtravate, its newest portfolio company. Established to develop and commercialize a manufacturing platform for the production of ultrafiltration membranes based on technology exclusively licensed from New Mexico State University (NMSU). The patent-pending technology results in membranes with controllable pore size and improved function, including anti-fouling properties and increased flow capacity. Applications include biomanufacturing, viral filtration, and industrial membrane uses.

Yun Li, PhD, Managing Director of VIC's New Mexico Branch, is serving as CEO of Filtravate. Dr. Li provides management expertise in the areas of technology commercialization, strategic planning, and business development. She will oversee technology development, execution of key commercial milestones, fundraising and partnering.

"This technology results in membranes that solve critical issues in the production of biopharmaceuticals, as well as having the potential to improve membrane functional attributes in laboratory and industrial settings significantly," said Dr. Li. The biomanufacturing and pharmaceutical membrane filtration market is large, estimated at just over $5B for 2019, and expected to double by 2025. The technology behind Filtravate allows membranes to be built from the ground up using the smallest building block to create controlled pore sizes, consistent pore distribution, and allows for tuning of the membrane surface properties to meet the exact needs of the end-user. "Taken together, these atttributes allow for us to meet major unmet market needs in bioprocessing," continued Dr. Li, "as current membrane products lack the combination of high flow rates, low membrane fouling (blocking), and precise separation capabilities at the nanoscale over long use periods."

Researchers in Dr. Foudazi's lab at NMSU developed the novel manufacturing method for the production of nanopore membranes that requires less energy as compared to conventional methods and does not require the use of organic solvents, resulting in a process that is both highly scalable and less costly. The development of the technology was mainly achieved during the PhD thesis of Dr. Sahar Qavi, a recent graduate from Dr. Foudazi's group. "When fabricated into membranes, our technology creates precise pores on the nanoscale in an extremely regular pattern. This results in the membranes having both high permeability and low fouling, which allows for very high (fast) flow rates over long periods, while maintaining extremely precise separation capabilities," said Dr. Foudazi, Associate Professor of Chemical and Materials Engineering at NMSU and the co-inventor of the Filtravate technology. The other inventors of this technology are Dr. Sahar Qavi and Aaron Lindsay (a former undergraduate researcher in Dr. Foudazi's group). The work was initially funded by the US Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation (Cooperative Agreement No. R16AC0002). Dr. Foudazi will serve as the technical advisorto the company as the company moves the invention into the bio-filtration market.

About Filtravate, Inc.
Filtravate, Inc. is a membrane technology company founded in 2020 to develop and commercialize ultrafiltration membranes for applications in the bioprocessing and biopharmaceutical industries. By building membranes from the ground up using the smallest building blocks, Filtravate's membranes have controlled and tunable pore size, even pore distribution, and functionalized surfaces. Based on patent-pending technology exclusively licensed from NMSU, Filtravate's products provide significant anti-fouling and improved flux characteristics. Filtravate, Inc. is a VIC Technology Venture Development portfolio company. For more information, please visit http://www.filtravate.com.

About VIC Technology Venture Development, LLC
VIC Technology Venture Development, LLC is a technology venture development firm that creates innovative new companies with world-changing science- and engineering-based technologies. VIC carefully selects and licenses technologies from universities and research institutions around the world, then partners technology entrepreneurs with VIC's team of business and technology experts, and allocates seed capital through the nationally comprised VIC Investor Network. VIC provides its portfolio companies with senior management expertise, extensive knowledge of technology startups, and proven processes to execute business strategies, including legal, financial, operations, marketing, capital acquisition, and technology management. For more information, please visit http://www.victech.com.

About New Mexico State University (NMSU)
NMSU is New Mexico's land-grant institution and a comprehensive research university dedicated to teaching, research, and service at all levels. Recognized as a top-tier university by US News & World Report, NMSU is a welcoming community of talented faculty, staff, and students who are working together to make a difference. As a NASA Space Grant College, a Hispanic-serving institution and home to the first Honors College in New Mexico, NMSU offers an accessible education that shapes bright futures. For more information, please visit http://www.nmsu.edu/



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VERONA, ITALY (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 27, 2020

One of the things that makes 5StarWines and Wine Without Walls unlike any other wine selection is its judges. The judging panels were hand-selected with judges hailing from all over the world, each chosen for their distinctive background. They are the elite of the international wine industry who can deliver a broader, deeper evaluation during the blind tastings, and remain objective throughout the process. The decision to have a separate panel of experts for certified organic and biodynamic wines stems from the awareness that this section is becoming increasingly more relevant, it is a sector that is slowly but surely gathering recognition.

Sarah Heller MW has been selected as the Senior General Chair of the blind tasting. The five General Chairmen set to join her panel include: MW and VIA Italian Wine Ambassador Pedro Ballesteros Torres; Editorial Consultant of Meininger's Wine Business International, Robert Joseph; Doctor Wine and Gambero Rosso founder, Daniele Cernilli; Decanter Journalist and author of 13 books about natural wines, Monty Waldin; and editorialist for Le Figaro Bernard Burtschy. Their role is to provide a second evaluation should any wines initially receive contradictory scores from the judges. This imbues the competition with even more objectivity, earning 5StarWines international esteem.

Wine Without Walls, the section dedicated to certified organic and biodynamic wines, has its own jury, composed of individuals who have specialized in this category. The Panel Chair of Wine Without Walls, Richard Kershaw MW, is joined by Gill Gordon-Smith (VIA Italian Wine Expert and CEO/owner of Fall from Grace), Christopher Barnes (founder and publisher of Grape Collective), and Mark Cuff (owner of The Living Vine Inc.).

The blind tasting lasts for three days and the judges are divided into various panels, each headed by a Panel Chairman whose role entails gathering the judges' evaluations as well as finding common ground within the group, in order to settle on a final score. Regine Lee MW, Ned Goodwin MW, Andy Howard MW, and Charles Curtis MW are just a few of those taking on the role of Panel Chairs. The Judges, Panel Chairmen, General Chairmen and Senior General Chair make up a team of 100 international palates.

At its foundation, the Selection results in the creation of a Guide that features top-wines from all around the world: a perfect marketing tool that can then be distributed to all the main wine-related events organized by Veronafiere.

5StarWines and Wine Without Walls are open to all the wineries that produce still, semi-sparkling, sparkling and fortified or aromatized wines, however Wine Without Walls is reserved for wineries whose wines have been certified as organic under EU Regulation (EC) N. 203/201, certified as biodynamic or, alternatively, are in the process of conversion to organic farming. This focus on certification is vital to demonstrate the commitment these wineries have to longevity in this category.

The event is scheduled to take place from April 15, 2020 through 17, 2020. Those wishing to enter wines should do so prior to March 20, 2020.

5StarWines – the Book is the annual wine selection organized by Veronafiere. Held in the lead-up to the biggest Italian wine fair in the world, the event is now in its fourth edition. 5StarWines & Wine Without Walls is a three-day tasting aimed at shedding light on wineries investing in the improvement of their products. During the event, a highly qualified panel of wine professionals will taste and score participating wines using a 100-point scale. In the previous edition, over 3,000 bottles were entered and 676 were selected for inclusion in the 5StarWines – the Book.

The Guide is a useful tool both on the promotional and commercial side. It introduces international buyers and wine lovers to new wine products of great value. It guarantees wine quality and it maintains and certifies their value at an international level



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ATLANTA (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 27, 2020

On February 18, business professionals throughout Georgia gathered to attend Smith & Howard's cybersecurity event, Understanding and Tackling the Cybersecurity Threat. The keynote speaker for the event was former Governor Tom Ridge, the first United States Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security and now alliantgroup Chairman of Cybersecurity and Technology. A panel of cybersecurity experts followed his message with a discussion about the threats faced by anyone connected to the Internet.

"The average impact of a data breach on a business is well over six figures," said Marc Azar, event host and Smith & Howard Tax Practice Leader. "That is why we organized this event. It is necessary for businesses and nonprofits to learn more in order to be prepared and better protected against this fast-growing threat."

According to Governor Ridge, business leaders need to realize that cyber risk is not just a technical problem – it is a business challenge. The dollars spent on cyber defense must be seen as an investment, not an expense.

Following Governor Ridge's message, a panel featuring former Congressman Rick Lazio, Marvin Willis, Partner in Charge of Smith & Howard's Accounting and Advisory practice, Cyber Liability Specialist Ralph Pasquariello and Smith & Howard's Enterprise Risk Security (ERS) manager Martha Raber took to the stage. The panelists pointed out that an increasing volume of business email is being compromised because of the use of sophisticated artificial intelligence (AI). Even high-profile security companies can fall for AI scams, making it more difficult for businesses to thwart the attacks. People need to be cognizant of everything coming their way via email and always verify the authenticity of an unusual or unexpected request. The panelists emphasized that organizations need to ensure their employees receive continuous training to prevent hackers gaining access through phishing schemes.

"We gathered these experts to offer insights into what businesses and nonprofits can do to fully protect themselves and their customers or clients. It is imperative that we all take the increasingly aggressive cyberattacks seriously and investigate ways to incorporate risk management in our operations," concluded Marc Azar.

About Smith & Howard

Smith & Howard is a top Atlanta accounting and advisory firm serving middle-market businesses in the construction, manufacturing, distribution, real estate, nonprofit, hospitality, health care and technology sectors. Services include audit and tax strengthened by sales and use tax, international tax consulting, enterprise risk services, SOC reporting, technology consulting and process automation, among other offerings. More information is available on the firm's website at http://www.smith-howard.com



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NEW YORK (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Lounge Lizard Worldwide has officially announced the winner of their fourth semi-annual Web Design Scholarship. Out of 72 phenomenal web design submissions, Yun Ha Seo, a student at the University of Minnesota in Twin Cities, was awarded the Spring 2020 Web Design Scholarship. Along with the $1,000 Scholarship, Yun Ha will be receiving design critique and feedback from Ken Braun, the Founder, and CCO of Lounge Lizard.

Each applicant had to provide a web design submission, which can be from the past or present and submitted either as a design or live URL. Out of numerous designs, many showcasing profession-level skills, Yun Ha Seo's entry impressed all of the judges and received the highest overall score. Yun Ha's website recounts the events surrounding the terrible 2014 Sewol ferry tragedy that took the lives of 304 people of the 476 total passengers. In addition to the timeline documenting the sequence of events, Yun Ha has also included a memorial page where user's can express their condolences to the victims and their families and read the notes left by others. Yun Ha's winning submission can be viewed by following this link.

With an already impressive level of design skill, Yun Ha will benefit from Braun's decades of experience in the design world. Ken is an inducted member of the International Academy of Digital Arts & Sciences and the Forbes Agency Council in addition to a judge for the WEBBY Awards and CSS Design Awards.

Applications are now open for the Fall Semester scholarship which can be found here. One, $1,000 merit-based scholarship will be awarded based on the student's submitted web design for each semester. Applications are due by October 4, 2020, for the Fall Semester.

The web design submission can be from the past or present and submitted either as a design or live URL. The design scholarship is only open to students attending school in the United States and either be a student at an accredited school or be accepted to begin school at an accredited school within 6 months of application.

About Lounge Lizard Worldwide, Inc.

Lounge Lizard Worldwide, Inc. provides customized digital marketing solutions that combine creativity and technology. The company's services include marketing strategy, brand identity design, UI/UX design, website development, web app development, mobile app development, social media, and search engine optimization.



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BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Three LSU national champions will be signing autographs and meeting fans at The Mall of Louisiana on Saturday, April 4, 2020 in Baton Rouge, LA. Headlining this appearance is 2019 Heisman Trophy winner Joe Burrow, courtesy of Fanatics. Also signing at the event will be running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire and All-American wide receiver Justin Jefferson. This is a rare public appearance. All of the athletes will also be doing a limited amount of photo ops and autograph combos as well.

Sports Collectibles is offering the option to pre-order your tickets to reserve your spot in line and make your experience much quicker. In order to get an autograph, you will need an autograph ticket. Tickets and merchandise will be available at the door on the day of the event. Individual autograph ticket prices range from $49 to $259. Are you unable to attend the event? You can still send in your items to be signed and we will ship it back to you. Don't have an item? You could also pre-order finished product, ranging from full size helmets, mini helmets and footballs. No unlicensed or NFL Team Logo items will be signed.

Fans are highly recommended to pre-order their tickets for this event. Pre-order tickets are available now at http://www.SportsCollectibles.com or by calling (800) 793-9793. Tickets will be available for pick up at will call at The Mall of Louisiana on day of event. Do not miss a rare opportunity to meet members of the LSU National Championship team on April 4, 2020. More LSU stars will be added closer to the event.

The event is sponsored by Sports Collectibles and Famous Ink.

Sports Collectibles is an industry leading sports memorabilia company based out of Tampa, Florida specializing in online memorabilia sales, on-site, online auctions and nationwide autograph signing shows. For more information, visit http://www.sportscollectibles.com.
If you would like more information about this event, please email sales@sportscollectibles.com.



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LAUDERHILL, FLA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Segal Trials, a privately held network of research sites throughout South Florida and South Carolina conducting Phase I-IV trials, is excited to announce the screening of its first patient for a Phase 2 clinical trial (Usona PSIL201) investigating the safety and efficacy of psilocybin for major depressive disorder (MDD).

Dr. Rishi Kakar and his clinical research team, at Segal Trials, at our West Broward Outpatient site will be spearheading this trial for the organization. The Usona study will use a randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled design to evaluate the potential antidepressant effects of a single dose of psilocybin in patients with MDD.

The Usona Institute received Breakthrough Therapy Designation from the FDA for the use of psilocybin in the treatment of major depressive disorder. There are over 17 million people in the United States who suffer from major depression, and this breakthrough designation is important as it addresses an unmet need and offers another option that may allow a clinically significant improvement over other therapies on the market.

Data suggest that psilocybin may have behavioral effects relevant to the treatment of depression and recent studies also suggest that psilocybin may possess antidepressant properties. To further assess the effects of psilocybin on MDD signs and symptoms, this trial will assess the safety and efficacy of psilocybin on 80 individuals suffering from MDD at seven sites within the US. Dr. Kakar, of Segal Trials, is proud to be one of these sites, exploring this new breakthrough treatment for depression.



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BROOKVILLE, N.Y. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Today is Digital Learning Day, and Adventure 2 Learning, a leading video-based educational technology platform, and the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) announced a partnership to help educators and parents teach children, in grades K-5, how to stay safer by expanding the reach of NCMEC's safety programs.

NCMEC's NetSmartz and KidSmartz programs will now be included in the resources on Adventure 2 Learning's website. They provide age-appropriate content for children and resources for teachers and parents. NetSmartz focuses on protecting children on the internet, and KidSmartz helps prevent abductions and other dangers. The programs avoid fear-based language and empower kids to practice safer behaviors.

The programs are designed by NCMEC based on what they see as a clearinghouse for issues related to missing and exploited children. Last year, NCMEC's CyberTipline received 16.9 million reports of suspected child sexual exploitation. They also assisted law enforcement and families with more than 29,000 cases of missing children.

"At the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, we believe prevention is key," said Callahan Walsh, child advocate for NCMEC. "We want to help empower children to make safe and smart decisions by having our child safety resources in as many places as possible. We're grateful for Adventure 2 Learning for supporting our efforts to reach children in all communities nationwide."

Adventure 2 Learning's platform, which has grown primarily by word of mouth, is currently in over 25,000 schools, reaching 10 million students. The platform provides over 7,000 streaming videos and supplemental materials, helping to fill the void in classrooms created by funding shortages, outdated resources, high student-to-teacher ratios, and the wide disparity in learning levels. Programs include social-emotional learning, fitness, academics and Digital Life, which educates students on how to protect themselves in the virtual world.

NCMEC's videos and materials will complement Adventure 2 Learning's resources. KidSmartz videos focus on four key rules for personal safety - Check First, Take a Friend, Tell People No, and Tell a Trusted Adult. They use animated characters to model the best ways for young children to respond to potentially dangerous situations.

The NetSmartz program tackles internet safety through an animated web series called "Into the Cloud" that launched in 2019. The series sends the classic NetSmartz characters on a new adventure where they will get to meet new friends and teach them everything they've learned about staying safe online.

"NCMEC's videos and resources are a critical addition to the Adventure 2 Learning platform," said Michael Rhattigan, CEO of Adventure 2 Learning. "As a father of two young boys myself, I cannot think of anything more important than making sure children understand how to stay safe, whether they are on the internet or walking home from school."

For more information on Adventure 2 Learning and NCMEC,
visit https://www.adventure2learning.com/ and https://www.missingkids.org/.

About the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children
Since 1984, the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children has served as the leading private, nonprofit organization helping find missing children, reduce child sexual exploitation and prevent future victimization. As part of its work as the clearinghouse and resource center on issues relating to missing and exploited children, NCMEC operates a hot-line, 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678), and has assisted in the recovery of more than 311,000 missing children. NCMEC also operates the CyberTipline, a mechanism for reporting suspected child sexual exploitation, which has received more than 60 million reports. To learn more about NCMEC, visit http://www.missingkids.org.

About Adventure 2 Learning
Adventure 2 Learning believes that every meaningful learning experience is an adventure. The educational platform offers a rich selection of video-centered resources, specially created and curated to support active learning in pre-kindergarten through 8th grade. Adventure 2 Learning's programs are used in over 25,000 schools, providing educational experiences that are engaging, impactful, and fun. For more information, visit https://www.adventure2learning.com/



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LAKELAND, FLA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Renowned Florida entrepreneur Tom E. Wallace has been named commencement speaker for Florida Polytechnic University's spring 2020 graduation on May 3. Wallace said he's excited with this new role because the University is exactly what the state was lacking to elevate its tech potential to the likes of Silicon Valley.

"I've been involved in building the technology ecosystem of the state for the last several decades and the one thing that we arguably were missing was a top engineering and STEM school," said Wallace, managing partner at Florida Funders, a Florida-focused investor network and online investing platform based in Tampa. "I think it's great the state figured that out and launched Florida Poly."

Wallace believes the world's next technology giant may get its start in the heart of Florida, driven by well-educated, innovative, forward-thinking young people like those that Florida Poly graduates.

"There's no reason the next Google or the next Facebook can't come out of Florida," Wallace said.

He said Florida needs both talent and capital to transform its tech ecosystem to the level of Boston, Massachusetts, and San Francisco, California. His company, Florida Funders, is focused on funding early-stage tech businesses, helping them grow from startups to successful enterprises.

"Florida Poly obviously is working on the talent side of it," he said. "We want to ensure the best and brightest students stay here in the state, and Florida Poly plays a big part in that."

Wallace's passion for entrepreneurship began early in his life. He started his first company at age 23 and has focused his time and energy on starting, growing, and building businesses ever since. For the last 25 years, he's been an active tech angel investor, supporting businesses at an early stage, when traditional investors shy away.

His company's focus aligns with the University's vision of supporting student entrepreneurs and fostering their independent business success. Florida Poly's entrepreneurship program has received international recognition and employs cutting-edge software to connect and support students.

"I get to go to work every day at Florida Funders and work with really bright, young, hardworking people that are trying to make a difference, and what can be more fun and impactful than that," Wallace said. "Helping an entrepreneur who is going to start a company and work on solving a problem and change the world, that's what jazzes me."

Wallace said he hopes to convey to Florida Poly graduates that the state is on the cusp of ascending to the next level of tech innovators, and they can play a big role in shaping its future.

"We are on a mission to make Florida known for technology and innovation more than tourism and oranges," he said.

Florida Poly's third four-year graduation ceremony will be at 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 3, at RP Funding Center, 701 W. Lime St. in Lakeland, Florida.

ABOUT FLORIDA POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY:
Florida Polytechnic University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges and is a member of the State University System of Florida. It is the only state university dedicated exclusively to STEM and offers ABET accredited degrees. Florida Poly is a powerful economic engine within the state of Florida, blending applied research with industry partnerships to give students an academically rigorous education with real-world relevance. Connect with Florida Poly.



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MOSCOW (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 27, 2020

As Yandex continuously creates innovations, they're exploring more ways their intelligent ecosystem can also provide tools for children and their parents. Yandex's intelligent assistant, Alice, has been central to this effort, offering educational and developmental support through skills such as "guess the animal" and math games that promote cognitive learning. Last year, their in-house creative team set out to create a skill for Alice that would specifically address an important childhood development issue in Russia using Yandex AI. Today, after a year developing and testing interactive songs with a team of speech therapists, Yandex is proud to introduce parents, children, and teachers to SoundsEasy, a skill for Alice designed to help children with speech disorders and other early speech impediments.

According to Russia's former Minister of Education, nearly 60% of school children struggle with speech problems. Yandex learned that speech disorders are particularly challenging to tackle in Russia due to a lack of qualified speech therapists, and many parents are unaware of the issues and their impact. In many cases, early speech problems can lead to other developmental concerns that lead to consequences later in life, such as speech impediments. The creative team started researching how they could help improve this with Yandex technologies. While correcting speech needs to be managed by professionals, a skill for Alice could help children practice sounds and form better habits through repetition.

SoundsEasy offers a selection of catchy and fun songs for forming proper speech habits through interactive recitation with fun characters led by Yandex AI. Each SoundsEasy training exercise has three parts – the warm-up, syllable practice, and repeating lines from the songs. Using Yandex speech recognition, Alice carefully listens to the speaker and then compares what it hears with the correct pronunciation of the lyrics. Alice then kindly suggests the child repeat the phrase if it doesn't match what the assistant is expecting to hear. The characters within SoundsEasy rely on Yandex speech synthesis technologies to naturally interact with children on the content, providing stories, feedback, and encouragement.

Together with a team of speech pathologists, poets, local pop stars, and psychologists, Yandex created SoundsEasy to help improve the current and future lives of children with speech disorders. Speech pathologists provided their expertise to design songs for practicing different sounds, ensuring songs don't mix difficult sounds that would be overly challenging for listeners. Using the guidelines for writing the songs, poets advised on the lyrics and pop artists recorded catchy songs that are similar to modern pop hits.

Yandex then developed characters with a unique personality for each pop star called Soundies. They designed the Soundies to combat issues such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, or stage fright that are often a result of speech problems. For instance, Soundies explain why performing on stage is fun and not scary. Yandex also integrated new lyrics into familiar songs from the popular Fixiki cartoon. Fixies characters, which millions of children across Russia already know and love, introduce listeners to exciting technologies and futuristic professions such as "Drone Racer," and they'll now be able to help children practice their speech.

Psychologists provided feedback for adjustments, such as adding more encouragement. The characters now offer more praise, and Yandex introduced other motivational features. Children get a coloring exercise upon completing songs, which serves to also stimulate motor skills. SoundsEasy also aims to promote other essential learning values, such as reading and writing.

Children were also some of the most important collaborators. Through user experience testing, their feedback helped Yandex refine the skill; for example, through their testing, Yandex observed how antsy and excited children tend to be, which is why they added interactive activities to occupy them through the speaking exercises. More importantly, though, the testing period allowed Yandex to see firsthand how much value this new tool will bring to their lives. Several of the children who tested the skill returned home to continue trying it out with their families on their own Alice-enabled devices.

Not only will millions of children and parents benefit from using this interactive Alice skill at home or on the go, kindergartens and other early childhood education centers' in Moscow will begin using SoundsEasy as part of their curriculum. Speech therapists will also be able to utilize SoundsEasy for Alice by assigning certain songs for children to practice at home, and Yandex hopes to soon incorporate SoundsEasy in teaching curriculums at schools across Russia.

Yandex hopes SoundsEasy raises more awareness of children's development issues and speech disorders specifically. The company is excited for all the ways SoundsEasy and future AI innovations will help advance childhood development.



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DUBLIN, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 27, 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 commemorating Women in Construction (WIC) Week on March 1-7, 2020, to help raise awareness of the growing role and expanding opportunities for women in the construction industry. The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) is sponsoring WIC Week to advance its mission to strengthen and amplify the success of women in construction.

"Women in Construction Week provides an opportunity to acknowledge the women who make a significant contribution to the growth and success of the construction industry," says Cari Elofson-Callahan, Assistant Director of the OSHA Training Institute Education Center at Chabot-Las Positas Community College District. "This annual event also offers a forum to encourage more girls and women to consider a career in construction."

Thousands of NAWIC members across the US will engage in a variety of community outreach activities to provide information and resources highlighting the opportunities for women in the field of construction, including jobsite tours, membership drives, community service projects, children's activities, hands-on workshops, fundraisers, school programs and career days.

For information, resources and ideas on how to participate in the 2020 Women in Construction Week, visit the WIC Week Resources webpage.

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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CHANDLER, ARIZ. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 27, 2020

With support from the Walmart Foundation, the League for Innovation in the Community College has launched "Innovative Solutions for Hunger Relief and Student Success," a two-year project to help community colleges reduce food insecurity for students and their families in sustainable ways that foster student retention, persistence, and success.

Almost half of U.S. community college students responding to the #RealCollege survey conducted by the Hope Center for College, Community and Justice indicated that they have experienced food insecurity (Goldrick-Rab et al., 2019). Through the Walmart Foundation grant of $1,258,952, the League is working with two community colleges serving rural, economically distressed areas to develop effective, innovative models that can be adopted or adapted by community colleges and other institutions.

Dr. Rufus Glasper, President and CEO of the League, said, "We are committed to strengthening the ecosystem in which our students and community colleges live. The African proverb 'it takes a village to raise a child' reflects what we seek to achieve by identifying solutions for students and their families that are sustainable, scalable, and transformative."

"Food insecurity is a major factor in not only the health and well-being of students, but also their academic success," stated Eileen Hyde, Director of Hunger and Healthy Eating for Walmart.org. "The Walmart Foundation is pleased to support the Innovative Solutions for Hunger Relief and Student Success program and the potential it has to effect change in the lives of adult learners who struggle because of the lack of access to food."

As part of the project, staff, students, and community members at Northeast Texas Community College and West Kentucky Community and Technical College will be trained in Innovation Engineering, a proven systems approach to innovation created by Eureka! Ranch. Eureka! Ranch will conduct the training as well as coach the colleges' project teams as they identify and develop effective solutions through Innovation Engineering's use of Fast Fail and Plan-Do-Study-Act processes.

Ultimately, this process looks at the food insecurity problem not in isolation, but in the context of a larger ecosystem and ways it can better support the basic needs of its population.

Dr. Anton Reece, President and CEO of West Kentucky Community and Technical College, said his college is "honored to be selected to participate in the Innovative Solutions for Hunger Relief and Student Success" project. He further notes that "the focus on hunger relief and student success is timely in higher education . . . because of the impact on our students."

Dr. Ron Clinton, President of Northeast Texas Community College, stated that his college is "excited to begin work on achieving the grant goals," which support "ongoing efforts at NTCC to nurture a true culture of care for our students."

The Hope Center for College, Community and Justice, located at Temple University and directed by Dr. Sara Goldrick-Rab, is providing pre- and post-assessment of the scope of need among students and their families at the participating colleges.

For information about the project, visit http://www.league.org/hungerrelief.

About the League for Innovation in the Community College
The League for Innovation in the Community College (League) is an international nonprofit organization with a mission to cultivate innovation in the community college environment. The League hosts conferences and institutes, develops print and digital resources, and leads projects and initiatives with almost 500 member colleges, strategic partners, and a host of other government and nonprofit agencies in a continuing effort to advance the community college field and make a positive difference for students and communities. Information about the League and its activities is available at http://www.league.org.

About Philanthropy at Walmart
Walmart.org represents the philanthropic efforts of Walmart and the Walmart Foundation. By leaning in where Walmart has unique strengths, Walmart.org works to tackle key social issues and collaborate with others to spark long-lasting systemic change. Walmart has stores in 27 countries, employing more than 2 million associates and doing business with thousands of suppliers who, in turn, employ millions of people. Walmart.org is helping people live better by supporting programs that work to accelerate upward job mobility for frontline workers, address hunger and make healthier, more sustainably-grown food a reality, and build strong communities where Walmart operates. To learn more, visit http://www.walmart.org or find us on Twitter @Walmartorg.



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TEMPLE TERRACE, FLA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 28, 2020

As a part of strategic focus on cutting edge technologies, Cyber Chasse Academy introduced the Splunk Admin program today. This advanced program is based on the instructor-led online training approach to enable candidates gain complete knowledge about Splunk development.

The Splunk development program will encompass various aspects of big data that enable the learner to implement them through project-based learning methodology. On successful completion of the training, the candidates will be offered placement assistance.

Admission to the program are currently open for the first batch starting on 15th March 2020. For more details visit – https://learningacademy.cyberchasse.com. Starting with Splunk, the company will gradually shift their training modules towards futuristic technologies like – cloud computing, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data and IoT.

The module of Splunk Admin would comprise all topics of Splunk Administration including - Splunk Enterprise System Administration, Splunk Enterprise Cluster Administration, and Splunk Enterprise Data Administration.

The Splunk Admin training is crafted for beginners and experienced who wish to improve their skills. During the training, the candidates will get to work on live projects to ensure that the candidate is ready to be productive in his/her organization.

The company Cyber Chasse Inc has ventured into online training to offer pioneering programs to professionals and young aspirants wishing to enter the world of advanced technology. These programs are also suitable for those wishing to reskill themselves on new technologies.

Speaking on the launch of the new batch Mr. Anil Jayaprakash, Director Cyber Chasse Inc said "the emergence of cutting-edge technologies presented huge opportunities to the younger generation. While the United States has a strong ecosystem of technology, there is a shortage of trained workforce". To cater the growing demand, Cyber Chasse Academy is committed to offer a series of industry-aligned training programs, Splunk Development being the first in the series.

About Cyber Chasse Learning Academy
Cyber Chasse Learning Academy focuses on enhancing the skills and knowledge of candidates with highly qualified and experienced and trainers. The training programs are scheduled flexibly to suit the timing of the candidates to take up the class and complete the certification. They take pride in bringing the most revolutionary online technical training courses just to ensure that their students are ahead of the race. Their mission is to bridge the knowledge gap by providing high quality training to the students as well as professionals.

About Cyber Chasse
Cyber Chasse established in 2017 is a cyber security firm located in Florida that provides wide range of cyber security services. With over 2 years of industry exposure as cyber security firm, it has entered the online training industry to offer a wide range of services.



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CASTLE ROCK, COLO. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 28, 2020

Researchers for a new study on online learning, Pioneers in Education: A Closer Look at How Technology Is Catalyzing Schools Across America, reviewed the reasons that students chose online or blended learning, and how their school responded to their needs and interests.

The students highlighted in this report were scholarship recipients from Future of School. This report is a compilation of why these individual students chose online/blended learning and how or why their schools made these opportunities available.

The report examines data gathered from scholarships recipients on the 12 most significant reasons these students chose online learning as an alternative to traditional school or as a supplement to their school experience.

Flexibility was the leading reason for choosing online options. Other needs met through online learning included access to courses above grade level, more individual attention, support for physical and mental health issues, access to advanced learning opportunities and to meet the challenge of rural living.

Schools responded to the needs of students in a variety of ways, from creating online and blended learning programs internally, to developing partnerships with area school districts or higher education institutions. Some students chose to enroll with online charter schools.

The companion report, Student Perspectives on Blended and Online Learning, explains these student choices in detail.

Through this report, Future of School seeks to increase recognition of the way many schools, including traditional public schools as well as charter schools, are meeting student's needs in innovative ways. Both reports can be found online at http://www.futureof.school/impact-reports-lp.

About Future of School
As the first-ever public charity focused on access to quality education, Future of School is dedicated to mobilizing change in American K–12 education from a one-size-fits-all system to one that ensures all students reach their unbounded potential.

Our Student Scholarship Program rewards students for their courage to forge new learning pathways, giving them greater financial means to continue their education in whatever post-secondary school they choose.

Through the Innovative Educator Prize, we empower pioneering educators with grant funding that enables them to bring programs and tools into the classroom to transform the learning experience.

By amplifying technology's impact on students and educators, we inform, inspire and spearhead much needed change.

Future of School is an organization of the people, by the people and for the people that calls on students, parents, educators, and employers to band together to embrace and inspire the future of our society and prepare the workforce of tomorrow. Join the movement at futureof.school.

About Evergreen Education
Evergreen Education Group is a digital learning research and advisory company and has been widely recognized as a leading authority for market and policy intelligence in the K-12 digital learning field. We deliver digital learning-related insight to the industry and are the publishers of the annual report Keeping Pace with K-12 Digital Learning, national reports on the digital learning landscape, and state-level reports for states such as Missouri and Maryland. Evergreen is a valuable partner to legislators, state boards of education, state education agencies, non-profit organizations, publishers and many companies serving the K-12 education industry. Evergreen was founded in 2000 and is based in Colorado. See more at http://www.evergreenedgroup.com.



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HUNTINGTON BEACH, CALIF. (PRWEB) MARCH 02, 2020

Teacher Created Materials (TCM), a leading educational publishing company headquartered in Huntington Beach, is celebrating Read Across America on Monday, March 2, 2020, with 130 employee volunteers carrying out the vision of TCM—to create a world in which children love to learn—by sharing their teaching, reading, painting, and building skills with the staff and students.

Read Across America is celebrated annually across the country in honor of Dr. Seuss's birthday. His books, such as Fox in Sox and One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish Blue Fish, have delighted children for generations and helped build early reading skills through engaging stories and playful language.

Since 2012, TCM has successfully conducted similar volunteer projects at local Orange County schools. For the fourth year in a row, the company has extended its philanthropic outreach to include its out-of-state employees. This year, nearly 50 sales consultants in 29 states nationwide will participate in similar activities in their local areas.

"Every year, our entire staff looks forward to Read Across America. It is an event that no one wants to miss," says Deanne Mendoza, co-owner of Teacher Created Materials. "This year we will support 50 schools across 29 different states, and will donate over 1,600 backpacks filled with literacy and math resources to all of the well-deserving students."

Golden View Elementary School is a transitional kindergarten through fifth grade school educating nearly 400 students. As a Title I school, 60 percent of students qualify for the free or reduced price lunch program. The staff and principal are dedicated to preparing all students for success through their unique Environmental Science approach that enriches students' opportunities to learn from and enjoy their 2.5 acre farm. The farm provides opportunities for students to collaborate and take care of the animals, grow and sustain vegetables and flowers in their class garden beds, build social and emotional learning skills, and foster problem-solving skills. TCM selected this school based upon its needs, contribution to the local community, and commitment to academic excellence.

"We strive to build students' literacy and reading skills through our Read Across America program," says Corinne Burton, President of Teacher Created Materials. "We are proud to partner with Golden View Elementary School this year to support the incredible work they are doing, and further build the students' love for learning."

Throughout the day, a variety of activities will be completed. These activities include:

Literacy Building: Volunteers will read books and complete literacy-focused activities with all students at the school.

Farm Enhancement: Volunteers will build outdoor classroom and compost areas to support the outdoor curriculum that makes Golden View unique.

Garden Beautification: Volunteers will stain garden posts and create fence murals to support the robust gardening program at the school.

Blacktop painting: Volunteers will paint a colorful health and agility course, a healthy eating plate, an alphabet snake, and the U.S. map on the blacktop.

Backpacks: All students will receive a free backpack filled with student and parent resources.

About Teacher Created Materials
Teacher Created Materials develops innovative and imaginative educational materials and services for students worldwide. Everything we do is created by teachers for teachers and students to make teaching more effective and learning more fun. For over 40 years, Teacher Created Materials has proudly provided award-winning resources and offered a broad range of research- and standards-based products to support reading, writing, mathematics, social studies, science, technology, test preparation, and professional development activities in Grades PreK-12. For more information about Teacher Created Materials and their products, visit http://www.tcmpub.com.



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WALTHAM, MASS. (PRWEB) MARCH 02, 2020

Olaris, a precision medicine company that is working to fundamentally change how diseases are treated, today announced the findings from its exploratory analysis of "biomarkers of response" (BoR) that predict whether a HER2-positive (Her2+) metastatic breast cancer patient will respond to Herceptin (trastuzumab) therapy.

Anti-Her2 therapies, such as Herceptin (trastuzumab), have dramatically improved prognosis for Her2+ breast cancer patients. However, due to patient heterogeneity the level of response varies for each patient. Using a proprietary metabolomics platform and customized machine learning algorithms, Olaris is focused on identifying the biomarker signatures that can indicate whether an individual HER2-positive breast cancer patient is likely to respond to trastuzumab as part of first line therapy.

"When someone receives the diagnosis of HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer, there are several targeted therapies available for this subtype of cancer," said Dr. Elizabeth O'Day, founder and CEO of Olaris. "By measuring the complete set of metabolites in an individual we aim to identify which one of those specific treatments will be most effective for each individual patient."

As a first step, Olaris completed an exploratory analysis focused on retrospectively evaluating the pretreatment serum metabolome for association with PFS (progression free survival) in a cohort of 26 trastuzumab-treated metastatic breast cancer patients from a single institution. Using machine learning, Olaris constructed a BoR model that showed significant discriminatory ability (receiver-operating curve (ROC) analysis area under the curve (AUC) of 0.964). The results were presented at the annual San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium.

Dr. Allan Lipton, oncologist and professor from Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine and collaborator on the project, said, "These results show promise that the Olaris BoR platform is capable of identifying a biomarker signature that predicts PFS. Upon validation in larger patient populations, this signature could help guide future treatment."

O'Day added, "That's why we are here. Olaris is committed to completing larger multi-center patient studies to validate these signatures, so we can create precision medicine tools that empower patients and physicians to optimize treatment choices."

About Olaris
Olaris is working to fundamentally change how diseases are treated. The company's metabolomics platform and machine learning algorithms produce Biomarkers of Response (BoR), which removes the guesswork when treating an individual patient's disease. To learn more, visit http://www.olarisbor.com.



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SEATTLE (PRWEB) MARCH 02, 2020

Intelligent.com, a trusted resource for online degree rankings and higher education planning, has announced the Top Probation Officer Programs for 2020. The comprehensive research guide is based on an assessment of 95 accredited colleges and universities in the nation. Each program is evaluated based on curriculum quality, graduation rate, reputation, and post-graduate employment.

The 2020 rankings are calculated through a unique scoring system which includes student engagement, potential return on investment and leading third party evaluations. Intelligent.com analyzed 95 schools, on a scale of 0 to 100, with only 29 making it to the final list. The methodology also uses an algorithm which collects and analyzes multiple rankings into one score to easily compare each university.

Students who pursue any one of these programs can expect to gain employment much quicker in comparison to candidates without a degree. In addition to accessibility and cost, the steady job growth in this market is one of the many reasons Intelligent.com researched and ranked the Top Probation Officer Degree Programs. To access the complete ranking, please visit: https://www.intelligent.com/best-online-probation-officer-degree-programs/

2020 MBA in Probation Officer Degree Programs featured on Intelligent.com (in alphabetical order):

Fayetteville State University
Florida International University
Humphreys College, Stockton
Indiana University East
Lamar University
McNeese State University
Regent University
Rosemont College
Saint Leo University
Southern New Hampshire University
Southern University and A&M College
Tiffin University
Troy University
Union Institute & University
University of Alaska, Fairbanks
University of California, Irvine
University of Florida
University of Mount Olive
University of Nebraska, Omaha
University of Oklahoma
University of Tennessee, Chattanooga
University of Toledo
University of West Georgia
University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh
University of Wyoming
Valdosta State University
Wayne Community College
West Texas A&M University
Wichita State University

To learn more, please visit https://www.intelligent.com/



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ARLINGTON, VA. (PRWEB) MARCH 02, 2020

Hobsons, the leader in education technology, announced today the addition of Thomas Laurin to the senior leadership team as Chief Financial Officer.

In his role, Mr. Laurin will contribute to the company's strategy and lead the company's financial functions of Accounting, Financial Planning & Analysis and Contracting. He will report directly to Kate Cassino, Chief Executive Officer of Hobsons.

"Tom's knowledge, experience and leadership will be a valuable addition to Hobsons' leadership team," said Ms. Cassino. "His expertise will contribute to Hobsons' strong financial performance and leading position in the education technology space."

Mr. Laurin brings 27 years of extensive experience in financial management and operations to Hobsons and joins the company from Genscape, where he was Chief Financial Officer. Prior to that, Tom served in various leadership roles at Thomson Reuters.

Mr. Laurin received his BBA in Accounting from the University of Massachusetts and his MBA from Adelphi University.
"I am honored to join a talented team who helps over 15 million students achieve academic and career goals," added Mr. Laurin. "Hobsons is a leader in the market, and I am looking forward to contributing to its continued success."

About Hobsons
A leader in education technology, Hobsons helps more than 15 million students to identify their strengths, explore careers, match to best-fit educational opportunities, create academic plans, and reach their education and life goals. More than 13,000 K-12 and higher education institutions partner with Hobsons and leverage our expertise and our solutions -- Naviance, Intersect, and Starfish -- to improve college and career readiness, college recruiting and admission, and higher education student success to support millions of students. Learn more at http://www.hobsons.com.



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ARLINGTON, VA. (PRWEB) MARCH 02, 2020

Hobsons, the leader in education technology, announced today the addition of Thomas Laurin to the senior leadership team as Chief Financial Officer.

In his role, Mr. Laurin will contribute to the company's strategy and lead the company's financial functions of Accounting, Financial Planning & Analysis and Contracting. He will report directly to Kate Cassino, Chief Executive Officer of Hobsons.

"Tom's knowledge, experience and leadership will be a valuable addition to Hobsons' leadership team," said Ms. Cassino. "His expertise will contribute to Hobsons' strong financial performance and leading position in the education technology space."

Mr. Laurin brings 27 years of extensive experience in financial management and operations to Hobsons and joins the company from Genscape, where he was Chief Financial Officer. Prior to that, Tom served in various leadership roles at Thomson Reuters.

Mr. Laurin received his BBA in Accounting from the University of Massachusetts and his MBA from Adelphi University.
"I am honored to join a talented team who helps over 15 million students achieve academic and career goals," added Mr. Laurin. "Hobsons is a leader in the market, and I am looking forward to contributing to its continued success."

About Hobsons
A leader in education technology, Hobsons helps more than 15 million students to identify their strengths, explore careers, match to best-fit educational opportunities, create academic plans, and reach their education and life goals. More than 13,000 K-12 and higher education institutions partner with Hobsons and leverage our expertise and our solutions -- Naviance, Intersect, and Starfish -- to improve college and career readiness, college recruiting and admission, and higher education student success to support millions of students. Learn more at http://www.hobsons.com.



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HAFJELL RESORT, NORWAY (PRWEB) MARCH 02, 2020

The biggest spectacle in action sports is headed to Scandinavia in only a few days from now! Monster Energy, the official energy drink partner of X Games, is proud to bring some of the world's biggest names in competitive freeski and snowboarding to X Games Norway 2020. Now in its fifth consecutive year, the event returns to Hafjell Resort for snow sports competitions in a festival atmosphere from March 7 - 8, 2020.

Broadcast live to audiences across the globe, X Games Norway 2020 will feature the following competitions: Men's and Women's Ski and Snowboard Big Air as well as Men's and Women's Ski and Snowboard Slopestyle, plus the progressive Knuckle Huck event across ski and snowboard disciplines.

X Games is the pinnacle of winter sports competitions, which is why the invite-only event is reserved for multiple-time X Games medalists and upcoming professionals in order to keep the level of riding world class. As the official drink sponsor of X Games Norway 2020, Monster Energy is looking forward to raising the bar in Norway with a heavy-hitting team of athletes and defending gold medalists.

At the recent X Games Aspen 2020 in January, Monster Energy athletes put on a dominant performance. Over the course of four days, the team claimed 22 medals (10 Gold, 5 Silver and 7 Bronze) while team riders such as Jamie Anderson, Henrik Harlaut and Max Parrot set new career medal count records in their respective disciplines.

Going into X Games Norway 2020, watch out for the following key Monster Energy athletes and competitions:

The snow action at Hafjell Resort kicks off on Saturday with the Women's Snowboard Big Air event, where Monster Energy's Kokomo Murase is looking to improve on her Big Air silver medal from X Games Norway 2019. The 15-year-old rookie first became a global sensation by winning the event at XG Norway in 2018 and already owns four medals (1 gold, 2 silver, 1 bronze) despite her young age.

The Japanese rookie will be joined by the most decorated woman in snow sports, snowboard innovator Jamie Anderson who is fresh off winning Female Rider of the Year honors at the inaugural Snowboarder Awards in February and owns an unequalled 17 medals. Also keep an eye on 19-year-old Zoi Sadowski-Synnott from Wanaka, New Zealand. The newly minted Monster Energy team rider earned Big Air silver at X Games Aspen 2019 and made history by claiming bronze at the 2018 Winter Olympics, the first Olympics medal for New Zealand since 1992.

These three athletes will return in Women's Snowboard Slopestyle on Sunday, when Anderson looks to expand her historic record of six Snowboard Slopestyle gold medals after surpassing Shaun White and Mark McMorris at X Games Aspen 2020. Then again, Zoi Sadowski-Synnott has claimed gold in Slopestyle before and Kokomo Murase has also proven herself podium-worthy with a bronze at Aspen 2020.

Looking into the Monster Energy Men's Snowboard Big Air competition, all eyes are on one rider: Max Parrot is back to winning form after last year's battle with Hodgkin Lymphoma cancer. After clinching Big Air gold at X Games Aspen 2020 in January, the Canadian Parrot now holds the most medals in the history of X Games Snowboard Big Air at nine medals (6 gold, 3 silver). But also save some room on the podium for his Monster Energy teammate Sven Thorgren, who took home bronze at Aspen 2020 and now owns six medals (1 Gold, 1 Silver, 4 Bronze) from nine X Games appearances.

Let's not count out the hometown hero, five-time X Games medalist Ståle Sandbech from Norway who has two Big Air bronze medals to his name, and will be battling for a podium spot alongside Darcy Sharpe and 20-year-old Monster Energy rider Rene Rinnekangas from Iisalmi, Finland

Heading into Men's Snowboard Slopestyle, the new man to beat is Monster Energy's Sharpe. An epic run at X Games Aspen 2020 earned the 23-year-old from Comox, Canada his very first X Games gold and he'll be hungry for more in Norway next weekend. Also, never underestimate the all-round skills of previous Slopestyle medalists Sandbech, Thorgren and Parrot. And definitely keep an eye on Finland's Rinnekangas, who caused an upset with a surprise Slopestyle silver medal in Aspen 2019 with creative and unpredictable moves.

Creativity is the name of the game in the Snowboard Knuckle Huck event, where riders 'huck' technical and stylish moves off the Big Air ramp's roll-over, also called the 'knuckle'. Watch out for the freestyle talent of Swedish team rider Kevin Backstrom, known for breakout parts in snowboard films like 'Arcadia' and 'The Future of Yesterday', in his second X Games appearance. Knuckle Huck will also mark the X Games debut of young gun Dusty Henricksen, who sent a shock to the system with his recent Slopestyle win at the 2020 Land Rover U.S. Grand Prix at Mammoth Mountain.

The epic Knuckle Huck will also be contested in Ski after making its debut in the discipline at X Games Aspen 2020. Monster Energy's Colby Stevenson is the name to watch after taking home Ski Knuckle Huck gold in Aspen and making history as the first rookie to win Slopestyle gold that same weekend. However, the 22-year-old rookie will have to deal with teammate Henrik Harlaut, who brings an unmatched bag of tricks to the knuckle. Harlaut finished in second place in Aspen and will surely be looking for a rematch in Norway this weekend.

Let's move into ski events, starting on Saturday with the Women's Ski Big Air contest. Monster Energy's Giulia Tanno from Lenzerheide, Switzerland, returns as a podium threat after claiming silver at X Games Norway last year. She will be battling U.S. freeski prodigy Maggie Voisin who has earned Big Air bronze at X Games Norway in 2017 and is also a threat in Slopestyle.

The two freeskiers will also bring the heat to the Women's Ski Slopestyle event: Voisin steps into the fray as the first American woman to win Ski Slopestyle gold at XG Aspen 2018 and the recent Aspen 2020 bronze medalist. What's more, Tanno is making her return to Slopestyle after missing the competition in Aspen and will be looking for her very first medal in the discipline. Will the stars align this weekend?

The game sure has changed in Men's Ski Slopestyle since Colby Stevenson clinched gold at X Games Aspen 2020. Will the rookie expand his history-making double gold medals from Knuckle Huck and Slopestyle into a three-peat? Not if Monster Energy rider Evan McEachran from Canada has a word after claiming his first X Games medal, silver, in Aspen. Also don't rule out their teammate Harlaut as the proud owner of Slopestyle gold at X Games and one of the sport's key innovators.

Most importantly, Harlaut will be looking to expand his legacy in Men's Ski Big Air this weekend. After taking home gold at Aspen 2020, the 28-year-old freeski icon from Åre, Sweden, is now officially the most decorated ski athlete in X Games history with twelve medals to his name (7 gold, 5 silver).

On the way to the top, Harlaut will battle the elite of Big Air freeskiers, also including teammates McEachran and Stevenson in what promises to be one of the most epic editions of X Games Norway ever.

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The spectacular two-day action sports showcase will be broadcast live to audiences across the globe. In addition to local Norwegian broadcasts and ESPN's U.S. media, X Games Norway 2020 competitions will be televised on ESPN networks around the world. The live action from Hafjell Resort will also be aired across ESPN's online streaming services, with select shows available on X Games YouTube, Facebook and Twitter.

Viewers in the United States can also look forward to watching the 'Best of X Games Norway 2020' anthology as part of World of X Games on ABC Television. Part 1 of 'Best of X Games Norway 2020' will air on March 14, 1:00 p.m. ET and Part 2 on March 21, 1:00 p.m. ET on ABC.

Visit http://www.monsterenergy.com for exclusive updates from X Games Norway 2020 including photos, videos, and contest results as they happen. Follow Monster Energy on Youtube, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter for exclusive behind-the-scenes looks in Oslo.

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About Monster Energy
Based in Corona, California, Monster Energy is the leading marketer and distributor of energy drinks and alternative beverages. Refusing to acknowledge the traditional, Monster Energy supports the scene and sport. Whether motocross, off-road, NASCAR, MMA, BMX, surf, snowboard, ski, skateboard, or the rock and roll lifestyle, Monster Energy is a brand that believes in authenticity and the core of what its sports, athletes and musicians represent. More than a drink, it's the way of life lived by athletes, sports, bands, believers and fans. See more about Monster Energy including all of its drinks at http://www.monsterenergy.com



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SANTA BARBARA, CALIF. (PRWEB) MARCH 02, 2020

ParentSquare Inc., today announced the acquisition of Signal Kit LLC, in a cash and equity deal. Both are providers of school-home communication tools for K12 schools and districts.

Combined, the two companies will serve more than 2 million students nationwide, across 44 states, including close to 20% of all students in California.

Both Aeries and Aequitas Q student information systems (SIS) will partner with ParentSquare to provide the same integrated experience as has been provided by Signal Kit, and build other integrations that allow them to offer additional features from the ParentSquare platform. School districts using Signal Kit will experience no disruption and will continue to use the platform as usual.

"The entire team at ParentSquare is excited to welcome the Signal Kit team to our family," said Sohit Wadhwa, CEO and Co-Founder. "We are confident this acquisition is a great fit. Combining the two companies allows us to serve schools and districts even better, and furthers our position as a leader in this rapidly growing space."

"We could not be more excited," said Bill Frenzel, Chief Strategy Officer at Signal Kit. "With this acquisition, the two fastest-growing and dynamic companies in K-12 communications will combine forces with the singular mission of modernizing the way schools engage with their families."

About ParentSquare
ParentSquare unifies all school communication tools from the district office to the classroom, providing oversight throughout and powerful reporting metrics. With extensive student information system integrations, translation to more than 100 languages and access via app, email, text, voice, and web portal, ParentSquare enables schools to engage every family, ensuring equitable communication. Founded in 2011, ParentSquare is relied upon by more than a million educators and families in over 44 states. ParentSquare is based in Santa Barbara, CA and on the web at http://www.parentsquare.com.

About Signal Kit
Signal Kit provides school districts with one central hub for their mass communication and internal collaboration, supported by business intelligence and industry-leading oversight and compliance. Working alongside district leaders, Signal Kit has created a tailored solution for the needs of today's K12 education community. The company is headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas and on the web at signalkit.com.

About Aeries Software
Aeries Software is the benchmark in delivering industry leading student data management system software while providing unparalleled customer service and innovative solutions for K-12 education. Since opening in 1995, Aeries Software has successfully implemented the Aeries Student Information System in over 690 California public school districts and education agencies making it the state's most popular SIS software. Our unmatched experience in the development, implementation, and support of K-12 SIS applications enables us to provide superior and cost-effective products and services.

About Aequitas Solutions
Aequitas Solutions, Inc. is a leader in innovative K-12 student management systems. Its mission is to lead the K-12 industry by providing next generation student management solutions that push traditional SIS boundaries, to build lasting customer relationships based on openness, honesty, integrity, and a true sense of partnership. Q, it's highly successful solution managing the information needs of over 1 million students and their parents, is a full-featured student information system utilizing innovative tools, and proactive data analysis allowing educators to more fully focus on the individual and constantly changing needs of students. Aequitas Solutions is headquartered in Rancho Cucamonga, CA.




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GREENBELT, MD. (PRWEB) MARCH 02, 2020

For the sixth year in a row, Center for Vein Restoration (CVR) will be participating in national Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Awareness Month. According to the American Heart Association, over 2.5 million Americans are affected by DVT annually, with over 600,000 people hospitalized each year. DVT, with its risk of pulmonary embolism, may be the most preventable cause of death among people hospitalized today in the United States. Despite its prevalence, many Americans are still unaware of the threat DVTs pose to their health.

Raising awareness of this epidemic is important to the work of physicians across CVR. Chronic venous insufficiency, or vein disease, is more likely in patients that have had a DVT, and DVTs are one possible side effect of late stage vein disease. The initial symptoms and risk factors for each condition are also similar. Early detection of DVTs is essential for successful treatment, and the vein disease screenings provided to each CVR patient can help identify DVTs.

Everyday, in its 84 practices across the nation, CVR provides DVT rule-out ultrasounds to patients referred by physicians who suspect a DVT but want to save their patients a costly, long, and stressful trip to the emergency room. CVR can also provide an immediate treatment plan for the DVT, or additional screening for vein disease, if needed.

CVR physicians educate about DVTs as a possible side effect of vein disease year-round. As part of CVR's re-commitment to DVT Awareness Month in 2020, the company will be:

Distributing printed resources and magnets on DVT Symptoms and Risk Factors and a guide on DVT and Orthopedic Surgery to doctors' offices nationwide

Focusing content on the urgency of DVTs in CVR blogs, commercials, interviews, and print ads

Rolling out a social media awareness campaign centered around the signs, symptoms and risk factors of DVTs and the connection to vein disease

Dr. Khanh Q. Nguyen, the Chief Medical Officer at CVR, is proud to lead CVR's DVT Program. "Since 2014, we've managed over 3,000 DVT patients in the outpatient setting safely," says Dr. Nguyen. "We are committed to providing state of the art venous care and complete DVT management while maintaining close communication with the referring physician."

DVT Awareness Month was established in 2003 and sponsored by the Coalition to Prevent Deep-Vein Thrombosis. March is officially recognized as Deep-Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Awareness Month by United States Senate Resolution 56.

For more on CVR's awareness campaign, follow:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/centerforvein

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/centerforveinrestoration/

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ABOUT DEEP VEIN THROMBOSIS
A Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is a dangerous blood clot that can form in the leg veins, or in other places in the body. The clot can be dislodged and move to other veins and arties, causing heart attack, stroke or plumonary embolism. Clots form when circulation is hindered by thick blood, genetic or hormonal factors, slow blood flow, inactivity or damaged veins. DVTs are most common in adults over age 60, but can occur at any age. Blood is more likely to clot, and vein valves are more likely to fail, for moms and pregnant women, smokers, long-distance travelers and those taking birth control pills, among other risk factors.

ABOUT VENOUS INSUFFICIENCY
Venous insufficiency, the cause of significant suffering due to the sequelae of venous hypertension, most commonly arises as achy, tired and heavy legs. It may or may not be associated with varicose veins, spider veins or skin changes including venous ulcerations and indiscriminately affects between 30–40 million Americans. Numerous factors including age, weight, prolonged sitting or standing, genetics or a history of DVT (blood clots) can increase the risk of developing this common and often underdiagnosed disorder. Treatment options have evolved to an array of minimally invasive procedures in an office setting.

ABOUT CENTER FOR VEIN RESTORATION
Center for Vein Restoration (CVR) is the largest physician-led practice treating vein disease in the country. Having performed its first procedure in 2007 under President and CEO Dr. Sanjiv Lakhanpal, Center for Vein Restoration has since become nationally recognized as the clinical leader in treating chronic venous insufficiency. With 84 centers and growing, CVR has over 500 employees and conducts over 200,000 patient interactions annually. To learn more about CVR and its mission, visit http://www.centerforvein.com or by phone at 1-800-FIX-LEGS.



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LOS ANGELES (PRWEB) MARCH 02, 2020

Amidst global fears of a widening coronavirus outbreak, webcasting is playing a central role in keeping international businesses connected and productive.

Video-savvy enterprises can quickly convert in-person meetings, events and activities into virtual venues that use live video for interactive, real-time information sharing and collaboration. In this way, online video – such as that provided by MediaPlatform's Enterprise Video Platform – brings employees, partners and customers together to ensure that travel restrictions have a minimal impact on business operations.

"Markets are reacting to fears that the coronavirus outbreak will negatively impact the ability of companies to conduct their day-to-day operations. Fortunately, our customers have contingency communications and meeting plans in place and business broadcasts play a central role in those plans," said Mike Newman, CEO of MediaPlatform.

MediaPlatform's Enterprise Video Platform includes it next-generation live webcasting platform, MediaPlatform Broadcaster, which gives producers easy-to-use, browser-based multimedia production capabilities with enterprise-class security and reliability, and the MediaPlatform Event Success Dashboard (ESD), a real-time analytics tool that lets business broadcasters monitor in real time how audiences are reacting to webcast content via an audience sentiment widget that lets viewers register sentiment votes using intuitive emoticons.

Its end-to-end enterprise video platform also includes the MediaPlatform On Demand video content management portal, and MediaPlatform's video delivery capabilities – including its Smartpath network overlay rules engine for management of failover and redundancy across multiple vendor technologies and the MediaPlatform Edge eCDN.

About MediaPlatform
MediaPlatform is a leading enterprise video platform enabling large-scale live streaming and on-demand video that companies use to engage remote employees, empower and motivate workers by giving them the power to rapidly self-educate and share knowledge, and attract and keep top talent. MediaPlatform gives customers an end-to-end solution and world-class services so they can use their networks for business broadcasts, consolidate disconnected video systems, accelerate their digital workplace transition, and gain insights into the reach and impact of their video communications.



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CHICAGO (PRWEB) MARCH 02, 2020

The aging US population brings with it a host of new challenges. In larger numbers than ever before, Senior Citizens face the need to modify or change their living arrangements. Most often this involves downsizing to a smaller home, condo, or assisted living facility. For a few, it may involve modifying their existing residence.

Change is difficult for most people. Studies show that our concept of "home" is hardwired in our brains. It's at the core of who we are. Giving up possessions can be very unsettling for Seniors as well as their families. In many cases, family homes are intrinsically tied to our identities.

NCBAC's CRTS Certification Program features an 18 module course which provides comprehensive information needed to successfully organize and manage Senior moves from beginning to setting up the new home.

The voice-over narration has just been added, as well as updated statistics and detailed on-line illustration. The information is easy to follow and is designed to provide Transition Specialists with the plans and techniques necessary to reduce stress and manage moves effectively.

CRTS emphasizes a team approach for project management. It covers topics such as working with families, communication techniques, dealing with physical limitations, downsizing decisions for personal possessions, finding appropriate housing alternatives, moving issues and resettling into a new home.

Transition Specialists come from many other professions including professional organizers, caregivers and housing personnel, real estate agents, estate sales specialists, attorneys, movers and medical personnel.

This program meets national certification standards and is the premier national certification of its type.

For more information, including special rates: http://www.crtscertification.com



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NEW YORK (PRWEB) MARCH 02, 2020

LearningMate, a leading education technology company, today announced that Commonwealth Charter Academy (CCA), a Pennsylvania public cyber charter school serving more than 10,000 K through 12 students, has partnered with LearningMate to develop and manage its content to deliver personalized and engaging learning experiences through virtual lessons and courses blended with self-paced and real-time instruction.

By partnering with LearningMate to build a digital infrastructure, CCA successfully developed a standards-aligned K to 12 curriculum that helps learners master skills and concepts while at the same time offering a rich and engaging learning experience that emphasizes communication and collaboration. LearningMate recently collaborated on a video with CCA to document the incredible work they are doing.

"One of the biggest motivating factors for us to change our content and curriculum was that nothing fit," said Dr. Maurice Flurie, president and CEO of CCA. "LearningMate has taken what we had as a 100,000-foot vision and they helped make it practical, while putting processes in place to start to move in that direction."

"LearningMate is helping us grow our own content. It's one thing to have a course, lots of people have courses, but we want to have an experience and we know that LearningMate is the partner to help us create that experience," said Tom Longenecker, president- and CEO-elect of CCA. "Our role is to unleash kids and unleash their imagination through an experience. The collaboration between CCA, a school that's not afraid to try new things, and LearningMate, a company that has the ability, that's how you'll transform education."

"I feel blessed to have had the opportunity to work with the forward-looking team at CCA. Their vision coupled with LearningMate's technical and learning design expertise and scale of execution came together perfectly to enable a success story that we are all very proud to be associated with," said Samudra Sen, CEO at LearningMate.

About LearningMate Solutions, Inc.
LearningMate is a professional services and product company offering domain expertise in teaching and learning solutions - leveraging digital, cloud, process automation, data, and strong learning design principles.

Since 2001, LearningMate has grown to employ more than 750 full-time associates spread across the world and serve a global clientele of education publishers, traditional and nontraditional Ed-tech companies, K-20 schools, universities and career colleges, government agencies, non-profits, corporate training and education consortia.

For more information, visit learningmate.com.

About Commonwealth Charter Academy
Commonwealth Charter Academy (CCA) is a Pennsylvania public cyber charter school serving students statewide in grades K through 12. CCA is an online learning leader providing flexible and personalized academic instruction. As a family service organization, CCA creates an educational experience and sociable learning opportunities for the entire family, including more than 500 educational field trips, hands-on workshops, community events and more.

For more information, visit ccaeducate.me.

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If you would like more information about this release or would like to schedule an interview, please contact Taya Bures with LearningMate at 605.838.8108 or via email at taya.bures@learningmate.com, or Tim Eller with Commonwealth Charter Academy at 717.710.3335 or via email at teller@ccaeducate.me.



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BOULDER, COLO. (PRWEB) MARCH 02, 2020

Only 28 percent of Americans said they planned to max out their vacation days last year and more than one in ten said they were taking a quarter or less of their vacation days. Not taking advantage of time off may be due to lack of (real or perceived) support from management, fear of being replaced, or not having enough funds. Fortunately, there are some companies that are seeking to help workers take the time off they deserve, and even financially support much-needed trips. As spring approaches, FlexJobs has identified 14 companies that not only help pay for their employees' vacations, but have also hired or currently are hiring for remote jobs as well.

"It's well-known that U.S. vacation policies are seriously lacking compared to other developed countries, but there are some very forward-thinking companies that both hire for remote jobs and proactively encourage their workers to recharge by giving them funds specifically designed to help them get away from the office," said Sara Sutton, Founder, and CEO of FlexJobs. "Offering unlimited vacation is a growing trend in this tight labor market, and I suspect that more companies will also start financially assisting employees' vacations as well, as an added perk to attract and retain top talent," Sutton concluded.

According to a FlexJobs' survey, wanting to travel is also one of the top reasons why people say they work, behind only paying for basic necessities and saving for retirement.

Below are fourteen remote-friendly companies that help pay for their employees' vacations for job seekers to consider in a very favorable job market.

AFAR Media
AFAR Media is a travel media brand that seeks to inspire global travel. The company has a magazine, along with a website that features travel guides and articles. According to a blog post posted by the company, full-time employees receive 30 days of vacation time and a $2,000 stipend to encourage them to travel to new places.

Airbnb
Airbnb was established in 2008 as an online hospitality marketplace for hosts and travelers to connect. Airbnb features listings for homes, rooms for rent, villas, boutique hotels, and more. It has served thousands of people through its 2 million worldwide listings. Employees receive annual travel and expenses credits.

BambooHR
BambooHR is an HR software solutions company that seeks to help companies move beyond spreadsheets. It offers software to help with applicant tracking, employee onboarding, time-off management, employee database, and more. Located in Lindon, Utah, the company has hired for part-time and remote jobs in the area. BambooHR offers employees what they call "paid paid vacation"—$2,000 each year to travel as you please.

Basecamp
Basecamp, founded in 1999, is the creator of a popular project management tool of the same name. The distributed company has 50 employees working across 32 cities. According to Business Insider, employees who have worked with the company for one year or more get to choose from 16 different paid vacation packages each year. These trips are valued at $4,000-$5,000 each.

Bonanza
Since its establishment in 2008, this online marketplace has been on a mission to empower entrepreneurs in building "a sustainable business based on repeat customers." During "Freedom February," the eCommerce company physically moves its office to a tropical location for the month and gives employees a bonus and extra personal days.

Evernote
Evernote is an all-encompassing app that allows users to capture, organize, and share notes in one place. Links, tables, audio messages, and more can be included in each note. Evernote is located in Mountain View, California, and has offered freelance jobs in the past. The company offers employees unlimited vacation days and a $1,000 yearly vacation stipend.

Expedia
As a well-known travel booking site, Expedia has served clients in more than 60 countries worldwide. Users of the site can book flights, hotels, rental cars, cruises, and even activities. As an employer, Expedia hires for freelance and telecommute positions. Employees of the company receive a travel reimbursement, ranges depending on tenure. They also receive discounts on retail and travel packages purchased through the site.

FullContact
Another company that pays for your vacation, FullContact is a platform that helps businesses and individuals develop and maintain business relationships. It helps in the areas of identity resolution, contact management, profile enrichment, audience insights and development, fraud prevention, and customer care. FullContact provides $7,500 per year for employees to travel—and it's required that they don't work while on vacation!

Motley Fool
Motley Fool seeks to "make the world smarter, happier, and richer" through its business and investing advice. In addition to offering unlimited vacation time, the company also has a "Fool's Errand" program where one employee's name is drawn from a hat every month and awarded "a decent chunk of money" towards a two-week vacation. The lucky winner has to take the trip before the next monthly meeting and is asked for no contact during their travels to ensure the ultimate in relaxation.

Moz
Moz is a software as a service (SaaS) company that develops software for inbound marketing, hosts vibrant communities of online marketers, and provides APIs for link data and social influence. The rundown of what Moz employees receive for vacation is: 21 days paid time off per year, seven days of sick leave, 10 paid holidays, and $3,000 per year vacation expense reimbursement.

Travelzoo
Travelzoo is a commerce site in business since 1998. It publishes travel deals from over 2,000 entertainment, travel, and local companies to an audience of 28 million members across the world. It also offers exclusive deals and rates to members who join the site. According to Glassdoor, employees of Travelzoo are offered a "$1,500 stipend and three extra days of PTO to 'book a hotel stay, vacation package, cruise, or flight offer that we negotiate on behalf of our 28 million members worldwide,' according to Michael Stitt, President of Travelzoo North America."

TripAdvisor
As the world's largest travel site, TripAdvisor serves more than 350 million users monthly. Users can book flights, hotels, vacation rentals, restaurants, and more. The site boasts a large database of user reviews to help customers make the right travel choices for their needs. As a company, TripAdvisor offers a travel reimbursement of $250 or more, depending on how long an employee has worked at the company. It also offers discounts on packages offered through the website.

United Airlines
Founded in 1926, United Airlines now hosts 4,500 flights every day to more than 335 airports on five continents. As one of the largest airlines in the world, United Airlines seeks to be an inclusive employer and was even named one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" by Fortune magazine. The company offers discounted airline tickets and unlimited standby travel on any United flight to employees.

Yesware
Founded in 2010, Yesware is a technology company that provides email services for salespeople. Core features of the company's product include campaigns, email tracking, a LinkedIn sales navigator, reporting and analytics, Salesforce integration, and templates. The Boston-based tech company offers employees a large travel stipend to fund a dream trip when they celebrate their five-year anniversary at the company.



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MATERIALS PARK, OHIO (PRWEB) MARCH 02, 2020

As of January 2020, ASM International offers enhanced member benefits to new and existing Corporate Members. Launched in 2019, the Corporate Membership program seeks to form mutually beneficial long-term relationships with industry partners while bringing the benefits of an ASM Membership to a larger audience. The program promotes a seamless and cost-effective annual renewal process for organizations that are, in many cases, already utilizing ASM's various offerings to promote the advancement of materials science.

The tiered program includes beneficial products and services for organizations to utilize while also offering an ASM Individual Membership to their employees, at no additional cost. An individual membership allows employees to take advantage of the many member benefits that ASM offers, including membership to ASM's six Affiliate societies, and opening a worldwide network of peers in niche industries.

Aside from the many great discounts that Corporate Plus and Prime tiers of membership offer, one of the most well-received benefits has been access to ASM Handbooks Online, hosted within the ASM Digital Library. ASM Handbooks are a comprehensive and authoritative guide to the structure, properties, processing, performance, and evaluation of metals and nonmetallic engineering materials. Included in the Plus and Prime packages is registration for up to two employees to ASM's Materials Week, IMAT, and the ASM Global Materials Summit.

Invest in your employees with ASM Corporate Membership - give them access to over 25,000 materials science professionals, educators, volunteers and students and premier member benefits. To learn more about the ASM Corporate Membership program or to request information tailored to your organization, click here.

About ASM International
ASM International is the world's largest and foremost professional technical society serving the information needs of scientists, engineers, and technicians who develop, test, select, and apply advanced materials, including metals, composites, polymers, and ceramics. As the world's largest and most established materials information society, ASM engages and connects members to a global network of peers and provides access to trusted materials information through reference content and data, education courses, international events, and applied research.

To learn more about ASM International, visit asminternational.org or call 440.338.5151 to speak with an ASM International representative. Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter.



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GAHANNA, OHIO (PRWEB) MARCH 02, 2020

Aqua-Tots Swim Schools has announced its 108th franchise location now open in the Columbus, Ohio, area of Gahanna and New Albany. Located in the new Target shopping center at State Route 161 and Hamilton Road, Aqua-Tots Gahanna officially opened its doors on Tuesday, February 18, 2020.

Aqua-Tots Swim Schools has been the leader in the swim instruction industry since 1991, offering comprehensive swim curriculum for children from four months to 12 years old. With over 100 locations in 14 countries, families all over the world can experience the dedicated, year-round, indoor swim facility where their children can become safe and confident swimmers.

The 4,800 sq. foot Swim School is the fourth Aqua-Tots location for Franchise Owners Mike and Jill Kallmeyer, who also own locations in Powell, Westerville and Crocker Park, Ohio.

"The Aqua-Tots family is excited to serve the families of Gahanna, New Albany and other eastern neighborhoods of Columbus," said Mike Kallmeyer. "Our mission is to teach children and their parents the importance of water safety, and we're proud of the community that we get to serve."

According to Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, consistency in formal swim lessons reduces the risk of drowning by 88% among children ages one to four. This is a hopeful reality as drowning is the leading cause of unintentional, injury-related death among children ages one to four, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Aqua-Tots Swim Schools Gahanna wants to introduce children to the water by offering a free In-Water Evaluation to anyone interested in enrolling in swim lessons. Their confident, AT-WSI certified instructors are well-equipped to teach children of all abilities using the proven Aqua-Tots curriculum. With a variety of class options, Aqua-Tots Gahanna is open seven days a week, offering group lessons (4:1 ratio), semi-private lessons (2:1 ratio) and private lessons (1:1 ratio) as well as the Special Needs Aquatic Program (S.N.A.P.).

For those interested in becoming a part of the growing Aqua-Tots family, Aqua-Tots Swim Schools Gahanna is currently hiring swim instructors and front desk team members. To apply, visit aqua-tots.com/contact/careers/.

About Aqua-Tots Swim Schools
Aqua-Tots Swim Schools serves over 100 communities worldwide, offering dedicated, year-round, indoor swim instruction, community outreach and drowning prevention education to children of all abilities from four months to 12 years old. As the world's largest swim school franchise, their hand-selected instructors are passionate about teaching children how to remain safer in and around the water, using tried and true curriculum, 28+ years in the making and trusted worldwide to teach 2.9 million swim lessons annually. To learn more, visit http://www.aqua-tots.com.



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NEW YORK, NY (PRWEB) MARCH 02, 2020

A new issue paper published by the Volcker Alliance provides fresh data on what Americans want from government reform and how that will impact voters' choices in the 2020 election. Written by Volcker Alliance Nonresident Senior Fellow and New York University Professor Paul C. Light, the report is entitled "The Rebuilder's Dilemma: Charting the Impact of Government Reform on the 2020 Election." The report shows that the public demand for very major government reform is near a twenty-year high: the number of Americans who believe government needs major reform rose from 37 percent in 1997 to 61 percent in November 2019.

"This study could not be more timely. As the 2020 presidential campaigns heat up, it is crucial for candidates to remember that government reform is top of mind for Americans. There is no getting around it. Ensuring government is responsive to its citizens and accountable for delivering on its promises is critical for candidates on both sides of the aisle," said Thomas W. Ross, president of the Volcker Alliance.

The study provides a clear warning to the 2020 Democratic candidates: unless Democrats offer a reasonable government reform agenda to match their checklist of new programs, voters who favor major government reform may conclude that President Donald J. Trump is the safer choice.

"The 2020 Democratic field is spending too much time promising a bigger federal government that provides more services and not enough time on the need to reform how the federal government delivers. Americans want to hear about government reform, and candidates should be able to speak to it," said Mr. Light.

The paper offers a bipartisan agenda to address this growing demand for reform, including suggestions for ethics and campaign spending reforms, streamlining the bureaucracy, rebuilding the public service, and imposing a dose of common sense on the regulatory process.

Mr. Light outlines key insights from the report in a brief piece which can be found at volckeralliance.org.

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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STERLING, VA. (PRWEB) MARCH 02, 2020

Quince Imaging, a global leader in experiential, immersive display and systems integration for professional and collegiate athletics teams and esports leagues, today announced partnership with Esport Supply, a System Target company, and the official technology partner of the National Association of Collegiate Esports (NACE).

NACE is a nonprofit membership association organized by and on behalf of its member institutions and is the only governing body of varsity college esports in North America. NACE currently has over 200 varsity esports programs as members, accounting for nearly all (90%) varsity programs across North America.

Esport Supply will support NACE by providing project management and procurement services for member schools looking to grow or establish a collegiate esports program. Quince Imaging will work in tandem with Esport Supply to design and build collegiate competitive gaming facilities, technology infrastructure, and audiovisual concepts to enhance viewership and fan experience across campuses.

"Partnering with Esport Supply is an incredible opportunity. NACE and Esport Supply are about to make history in advancing the organization of collegiate esports athletics, and we're thrilled to be standing alongside them," said CJ Davis, Creative Director at Quince Imaging.

Quince Imaging has become known as a preferred provider of audiovisual, broadcast, display and design for professional esports broadcast studios and battle arenas, including exclusive partnership with one of the biggest esports leagues in North America. As viewership continues to grow, and the industry gains international traction, professional leagues are investing in fan experience to keep pace with the growing audience. In 2018, Quince Imaging helped launch the world's most sophisticated esports broadcast studio design and in 2019, supported North America's top esports league in setting the stage for the legendary, international holographic video debut at one of the industry's biggest annual events. Quince continues to work with the world's leading esports leagues on multiple projects, with much more innovation expected in 2020.

"We are extremely excited to partner with Quince Imaging to bring their world-class projection mapping, broadcasting, and in-arena experiences to collegiate and professional esport organizations. Quince is a natural fit for our portfolio of esport specific solutions, including interior design networking and gaming hardware. Their work with top tier esports leagues has set the industry standard for live event production and broadcasting. Together, we will design broadcast and live production experiences, making Esport Supply the true single-source provider for all esports league, team and university needs," said Jake Zinn, Founder, Esport Supply.

Quince Imaging's unsurpassed technical expertise in providing optimal fan experience for live and broadcast esport viewers is the result of rich history supporting fan experience in traditional athletics venues including stadiums, arenas and fields belonging to teams and leagues within the NBA, NHL, NFL, MLB and NCAA. Quince will leverage the same expertise gleaned from years of experience in tractional venues to enhance fan experience for esports as the industry continues to grow.

About Quince Imaging
Quince Imaging is an innovative experiential display and design firm located in the suburbs of Washington, D.C. Fusing a unique combination of creativity, technical process management, and unmatched expertise in the area of high-resolution graphic development, Quince is known for continuously raising the bar in providing awe-inspiring immersive experiences on the world stage. Quince's loyal client base spans a diverse spectrum of markets, ranging anywhere from corporate entities, to non-profit associations, professional sports teams and venues, and global outreach organizations. Quince specializes in live event video production, creative content development, and permanent display system design and installation. For additional information, please visit: http://www.quinceimaging.com.

About Esport Supply
Esport Supply, provides turn-key solutions for the design and build of dedicated esport spaces, streamlining the procurement, project management, and installation of multiple esport specific systems. Their expertise covers interior design, networking, gaming hardware, and streaming/live production systems. Esport Supply is also recognized as the Official Technology Supplier and Arena Referral Partner to the National Association of Collegiate Esports, helping their 200 + member institutions with the design and build of their dedicated esports spaces on campus. For additional information, please visit: https://www.esportsupply.com/consultationpage



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Frederick Community College has named nine new members to its Athletics Hall of Fame. The 2020 Hall of Fame class will be inducted during a ceremony and dinner celebration on Saturday, May 2, 2019. The event is open to the public and tickets are now available for purchase.

The 2020 inductees are:

Darrick Bowens (Men's Basketball) – 1987-1989

Don Boyd (Men's Basketball and Baseball) – 1979-80, 1984-85

Alex Buccilli (Baseball) – 2009-2010

Keith Collins (Men's Soccer) – player 1987-1988, Assistant Coach 1993-1994, Head Coach 1995-2001

Danny Dierdorff (Baseball) – 2010-2011

Matt Morton (Golf) – 1993-1994

Neal Pitt (Men's Basketball) – 2006-2008

Danielle Thomas (Women's Basketball) – 2000-2001

Judy Whims-McGraw (Women's Basketball and Volleyball) – 1996-1998

"We are looking forward to celebrating our inductees for their incredible athletic accomplishments and their contributions to both FCC and our community," FCC President Elizabeth Burmaster said. "While at FCC, these individuals didn't just set themselves apart as athletes. They were valuable student leaders who represented the best of FCC in our county, state, and region."

The inductees make up the seventh Hall of Fame class, bringing the current number of FCC Hall of Famers to 58.

"On behalf of the Department of Athletics, I congratulate these nine outstanding former student-athletes on their well-deserved induction into the FCC Athletics Hall of Fame," said Chad Smith, FCC Director of Athletics. "We welcome our new members and thank them for their commitment to excelling at a high level here at FCC and beyond. They serve as incredible role models for our current student-athletes on what it means to succeed."

Event Details:
Ceremony will be held on Saturday, May 2 in the Cougar Grille (located in the FCC Student Center).

An informal happy hour will begin at 5 p.m., followed by dinner and the award ceremony.

Note: a student-led tour of the FCC main campus will be offered at the conclusion of the FCC baseball game against CCBC-Essex, which begins at noon.

Tickets:
Tickets are $50 per adult (ages 16 and older), $20 per child (ages 10-15), free for children aged nine and under.

Tickets are available for purchase online until April 20. Click here for more information.

If you have questions, contact Laura Scafide at 301-624-2713 or lscafide@frederick.edu.



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STERLING, VA. (PRWEB) MARCH 02, 2020

Quince Imaging, a global leader in experiential, immersive display and systems integration for professional and collegiate athletics teams and esports leagues, today announced partnership with Esport Supply, a System Target company, and the official technology partner of the National Association of Collegiate Esports (NACE).

NACE is a nonprofit membership association organized by and on behalf of its member institutions and is the only governing body of varsity college esports in North America. NACE currently has over 200 varsity esports programs as members, accounting for nearly all (90%) varsity programs across North America.

Esport Supply will support NACE by providing project management and procurement services for member schools looking to grow or establish a collegiate esports program. Quince Imaging will work in tandem with Esport Supply to design and build collegiate competitive gaming facilities, technology infrastructure, and audiovisual concepts to enhance viewership and fan experience across campuses.

"Partnering with Esport Supply is an incredible opportunity. NACE and Esport Supply are about to make history in advancing the organization of collegiate esports athletics, and we're thrilled to be standing alongside them," said CJ Davis, Creative Director at Quince Imaging.

Quince Imaging has become known as a preferred provider of audiovisual, broadcast, display and design for professional esports broadcast studios and battle arenas, including exclusive partnership with one of the biggest esports leagues in North America. As viewership continues to grow, and the industry gains international traction, professional leagues are investing in fan experience to keep pace with the growing audience. In 2018, Quince Imaging helped launch the world's most sophisticated esports broadcast studio design and in 2019, supported North America's top esports league in setting the stage for the legendary, international holographic video debut at one of the industry's biggest annual events. Quince continues to work with the world's leading esports leagues on multiple projects, with much more innovation expected in 2020.

"We are extremely excited to partner with Quince Imaging to bring their world-class projection mapping, broadcasting, and in-arena experiences to collegiate and professional esport organizations. Quince is a natural fit for our portfolio of esport specific solutions, including interior design networking and gaming hardware. Their work with top tier esports leagues has set the industry standard for live event production and broadcasting. Together, we will design broadcast and live production experiences, making Esport Supply the true single-source provider for all esports league, team and university needs," said Jake Zinn, Founder, Esport Supply.

Quince Imaging's unsurpassed technical expertise in providing optimal fan experience for live and broadcast esport viewers is the result of rich history supporting fan experience in traditional athletics venues including stadiums, arenas and fields belonging to teams and leagues within the NBA, NHL, NFL, MLB and NCAA. Quince will leverage the same expertise gleaned from years of experience in tractional venues to enhance fan experience for esports as the industry continues to grow.

About Quince Imaging
Quince Imaging is an innovative experiential display and design firm located in the suburbs of Washington, D.C. Fusing a unique combination of creativity, technical process management, and unmatched expertise in the area of high-resolution graphic development, Quince is known for continuously raising the bar in providing awe-inspiring immersive experiences on the world stage. Quince's loyal client base spans a diverse spectrum of markets, ranging anywhere from corporate entities, to non-profit associations, professional sports teams and venues, and global outreach organizations. Quince specializes in live event video production, creative content development, and permanent display system design and installation. For additional information, please visit: http://www.quinceimaging.com.

About Esport Supply
Esport Supply, provides turn-key solutions for the design and build of dedicated esport spaces, streamlining the procurement, project management, and installation of multiple esport specific systems. Their expertise covers interior design, networking, gaming hardware, and streaming/live production systems. Esport Supply is also recognized as the Official Technology Supplier and Arena Referral Partner to the National Association of Collegiate Esports, helping their 200 + member institutions with the design and build of their dedicated esports spaces on campus. For additional information, please visit: https://www.esportsupply.com/consultationpage



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FREDERICK, MD. (PRWEB) MARCH 02, 2020

Frederick Community College has named nine new members to its Athletics Hall of Fame. The 2020 Hall of Fame class will be inducted during a ceremony and dinner celebration on Saturday, May 2, 2019. The event is open to the public and tickets are now available for purchase.

The 2020 inductees are:

Darrick Bowens (Men's Basketball) – 1987-1989

Don Boyd (Men's Basketball and Baseball) – 1979-80, 1984-85

Alex Buccilli (Baseball) – 2009-2010

Keith Collins (Men's Soccer) – player 1987-1988, Assistant Coach 1993-1994, Head Coach 1995-2001

Danny Dierdorff (Baseball) – 2010-2011

Matt Morton (Golf) – 1993-1994

Neal Pitt (Men's Basketball) – 2006-2008

Danielle Thomas (Women's Basketball) – 2000-2001

Judy Whims-McGraw (Women's Basketball and Volleyball) – 1996-1998

"We are looking forward to celebrating our inductees for their incredible athletic accomplishments and their contributions to both FCC and our community," FCC President Elizabeth Burmaster said. "While at FCC, these individuals didn't just set themselves apart as athletes. They were valuable student leaders who represented the best of FCC in our county, state, and region."

The inductees make up the seventh Hall of Fame class, bringing the current number of FCC Hall of Famers to 58.

"On behalf of the Department of Athletics, I congratulate these nine outstanding former student-athletes on their well-deserved induction into the FCC Athletics Hall of Fame," said Chad Smith, FCC Director of Athletics. "We welcome our new members and thank them for their commitment to excelling at a high level here at FCC and beyond. They serve as incredible role models for our current student-athletes on what it means to succeed."

Event Details:
Ceremony will be held on Saturday, May 2 in the Cougar Grille (located in the FCC Student Center).

An informal happy hour will begin at 5 p.m., followed by dinner and the award ceremony.

Note: a student-led tour of the FCC main campus will be offered at the conclusion of the FCC baseball game against CCBC-Essex, which begins at noon.

Tickets:
Tickets are $50 per adult (ages 16 and older), $20 per child (ages 10-15), free for children aged nine and under.

Tickets are available for purchase online until April 20. Click here for more information.

If you have questions, contact Laura Scafide at 301-624-2713 or lscafide@frederick.edu.



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GREENSBORO, N.C. (PRWEB) MARCH 02, 2020

Carolina Digital Phone is proudly celebrating 20 years of providing state-of-the-art cloud-based telecommunications solutions and dedicated local customer service to businesses, government agencies, non-profit organizations, and academic institutions in North Carolina and across the nation.

Commented Nicky Smith, Carolina Digital Phone's Founder and CEO: "When we first opened our doors, cloud-based telecommunication solutions were still relatively new, and so we spent a lot of time working closely with our customers to provide education and support their success. Even though we have grown tremendously since then, we still have the same commitment to delivering exceptional customer service. It's in our DNA as a company and part of who we are."

Continued Nicky Smith, who is a regular contributor to the Triad Business Journal on a variety of business-related topics, and a member of the Greensboro Chamber of Commerce: "Another key pillar of our growth and success is that when our customers have a question or need advice, they can reach a live customer support engineer in their city right away — instead of waiting on hold for someone in a call center thousands of miles away. Our commitment to local customer care is legendary and sets us apart from our competition, including many that have gone out of business over the years because they failed to put their customers first!"

Commented Melanie Hunter of Williams Chiropractic and Decompression Center: "Carolina Digital Phone is truly a great company to work with. They are always there to help with any questions I may have. They are patient and work with you. Shout Out to Nicky for all of his help and getting us set up and squared away. I really appreciate all you have done to go over and beyond. All the staff is great and I encourage others to use this service!"

Commented Steve Worrell of Steve Worrell CPA, P.A.: "Our firm has been a customer since 2005 and we have always received top notch performance and service from Carolina Digital Phone. Further, as technology changed, we were able to migrate to improved phone systems without missing a beat in our business process flow."

Commented David Murad of Jet-Hot High Performance Coatings: "We have been using Carolina Digital Phone for our company's phone system for years now. The support is phenomenal and one of the biggest reasons we would highly recommend them. They are very professional and knowledgeable and take the time to know their customers."

About Carolina Digital Phone

Carolina Digital Phone is a pioneer of hosted phone services, and provides products that improve the capabilities of business, education and government telephony, while reducing their overall cost. The company's offerings stand out for their excellent value, including very competitive pricing, the industry's deepest feature set, ease of deployment, and many user-friendly packages – from a full turnkey set-up including dial tone and VoIP phones to automated call answering and routing solutions that work with existing landlines, smartphones or digital phone devices. Learn more at https://carolinadigitalphone.com.



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SANFORD, FLA. (PRWEB) MARCH 02, 2020

Today the Florida Council on Compulsive Gambling (FCCG) and Seminole Gaming advised Floridians to Keep Gambling Fun! Don't Let Problem Gambling Affect Your Shot: Rebound with Florida's Problem Gambling HelpLine, 888-ADMIT-IT during National Problem Gambling Awareness Month. Gearing up for the one-month launch on March 1st, Problem Gambling Awareness Month (PGAM) is a nationwide grassroots public awareness and outreach campaign, first established by the National Council on Problem Gambling 18 years ago, that promotes recognition of problem gambling and the availability of prevention, treatment, and recovery resources. Recent research examining the prevalence rates of various forms of gambling revealed that 79% of Floridians reported engaging in some type of gambling activity in the past year, with 24% acknowledging participation in traditional sports betting, and 18% playing Fantasy Sports . In light of the Supreme Court ruling last year and expansion of sports betting across the country, coupled with a projected $10 billion wagered on the upcoming NCAA basketball championship games (i.e. March Madness), it is imperative to spread the message that help and hope exist for anyone struggling with a gambling problem in the Sunshine State.

"The PGAM campaign is important for Florida, nicely complementing Seminole Gaming's PlayersEdge Program, which aims to provide a safe and entertaining gaming experience by mitigating harm through the promotion of informed choices, positive play, and understanding of risks. While we recognize the vast majority of our guests will not experience gambling related difficulties, because some will, our responsible play messaging, alongside highly trained employees, makes us well-equipped to assist guests as needs arise," explained Paul Pellizzari, Vice President of Global Social Responsibility for Seminole Hard Rock. "Our longstanding and ongoing partnership with the FCCG extending beyond two decades has shaped our responsible gaming program, which remains current, innovative, and focused," added Pellizzari.

"In order for someone who is affected by a gambling problem to seek help, there must first be awareness of the problem and of the solution. This comes through education and awareness of what a gambling disorder is, what it looks like, potential warning signs to look for, as well as by providing access to help, because one can't get help for a gambling problem if they don't know that help exists!" said Jennifer Kruse, FCCG's Executive Director. "Gambling addiction is treatable, and population-specific programs and services for gamblers and their loved ones are accessible any time of the day or night, any day of the year. The FCCG's 24-hour confidential and multilingual HelpLine may be reached by calling 888-ADMIT-IT (888-236-4848), texting (321) 978-0555, emailing fccg@gamblinghelp.org, initiating a live chat at gamblinghelp.org, or by visiting us on social media platforms, such as Facebook and Twitter," concluded Kruse.

The Florida Council on Compulsive Gambling is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 under contract with state government and is one of more than 30 affiliates of the National Council on Problem Gambling NCPG.

Interested in joining the FCCG's Problem Gambling Awareness Month Campaign? Call the 24-hour HelpLine, 888-ADMIT-IT, or visit the organization's PGAM website at reboundyourlife.org.



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SAN RAFAEL, CALIF. (PRWEB) MARCH 02, 2020

Nike Boys Soccer Camp at San Diego State is one of the three Nike Soccer Camp locations in San Diego for this upcoming summer. San Diego State competes in one of the top conferences in the nation and has a reputation for producing some amazing soccer talent. With newly appointed Head Coach, Ryan Hopkins running the camp, he is giving players an inside look on what it takes to be an Aztec. This camp will consist of two different programs. The residential and commuter camp will be held from August 2-4, for ages 10-18 years old. The second program is the day camp which will be held June 15-18 and July 27-30, for ages 6-12.

San Diego offers beautiful weather and top-notch facilities; there is no better place to play soccer. Campers look forward to each training session as each one focuses on developing a certain skill. Every day players participate in small sided or 11v11 games. These games are opportunities to use what was taught throughout the day and apply it to the game. Soccer is just as much mental as it is physical, playing at a high level requires players to become students of the game. Coach Hopkins urges players to think creatively and find solutions to situations. Campers leave feeling more confident about their decision making and situational awareness.

Coach Hopkins is enthusiastic about the upcoming camp and says, "To partner with such a leading organization in sports was really a no brainer. I am excited to help grow the game in San Diego through our camps and to really showcase the university and our soccer program. I look forward to getting started right away!" His energy and presence are felt as soon as campers walk onto campus. Dedication, hard-work, and passion are all things players take away from this camp from Coach Hopkins.

A camp like no other, campers receive information on the college recruiting process through an organized college recruiting panel. This is a chance for players to take advantage and ask questions of what is expected of them and what they can do to reach the next level. The panel gives tips and highlights the dos and don'ts giving campers the edge on the competition. Coach Hopkins along with the San Diego State soccer staff and team are giving campers the chance to feel like an Aztec and help guide campers to success.

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) MARCH 02, 2020

Last summer, runners at the Nike Cross Country Camp at the University of San Diego experienced informative, challenging, and fun weeks of training.

In addition to cross country training, the camp instructs runners on the principles team building and team management, learning how to inspire others, conflict resolution, communication skills, and identifying ways to contribute to furthering a positive team culture. All of this leads to campers reaching their own and team's full potential.

The University of San Diego Head Coach and Camp Director Will Guarino leads break-out sessions and interactive discussions which take place on campus. Runners travel to nearby beaches, the San Diego Bay, San Diego's historical sites, and San Diego's own Balboa Park. Guarino says, "Training sessions are for the driven leader, lover of the outdoors, and those interested in making a significant contribution to their team. This running camp is for the active athlete interested in building their leadership skills. My campers leave USD energized and ready for their upcoming XC season."

Campers stay in the USD dorms, eat in the dining hall and run on local San Diego beaches and trails. The camp is coed, overnight and day campers, ages 11-18. All ability levels are welcome, those with the desire to train smarter, work hard and to have fun.

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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PORTLAND, ORE. (PRWEB) MARCH 03, 2020

The American Mosquito Control Association (AMCA) will hold their 86th Annual Meeting at the Oregon Convention Center March 16 - 20, 2020. The meeting will bring together over 1,000 mosquito control professionals, leading academics, members of the military and representatives from local, state and federal government agencies to discuss plans for combatting mosquito-borne diseases. New methods of mosquito control to counteract the many diseases, such as Zika Virus, arriving daily in the U.S. will take center stage.

WHO: National public health and mosquito-borne disease control professionals
WHAT: AMCA Annual Meeting
WHERE: Oregon Convention Center - 777 NE Martin Luther King, Jr BLVD, Portland, OR 97232
WHEN: March 16th – March 20th, 2020

The world's foremost authorities on mosquitoes and the diseases they transmit will be available for interviews throughout the conference. Sessions of potential public interest focusing on mosquito-borne diseases include:

Tuesday: Legislative and Regulatory Issues Facing Mosquito Control Districts

Tuesday: History and Spread of Mosquito-borne Diseases

Wednesday: NASA Resources of Use in Mosquito Management

Wednesday: Environmentally-Conscious Management of Insecticide Resistance

Wednesday: Innovations and Discoveries in Mosquito Control

Thursday: Disease and vector Studies

Thursday: Larvicides: Development and Applications

The AMCA Annual Meeting is the premier education and networking event for researchers, educators, industry representatives, and students in mosquito control worldwide. Every year since 1935, over a thousand scientists from all over the world gather to hear the latest research and form collaborations.

For more information, contact:
Joseph Conlon, AMCA Technical Advisor, 904-215-9660 or 904-874-0734 (cell)



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COLORADO SPRINGS, COLO. (PRWEB) MARCH 03, 2020

Jason P. Odell Photography, LLC is pleased to announce two travel photography workshops for 2021. http://bit.ly/JPOPhoto2021

On these small-group workshops, participants will tour a pair of European cities. Professional photographer Jason Odell will be teaching participants how to create dramatic travel images that do more than just document your visit. Participants will learn photographic composition and exposure, and a wide range of creative photographic techniques to make their travel photos stand out. These workshops will also emphasize the use of the latest version of Adobe Lightroom for iPad, allowing participants to travel light while retaining their ability to adjust their images while traveling.

For 2021, Jason P. Odell Photography is offering two travel photography workshops. Each workshop will take place in a pair of European cities known for their stunning architecture and cultural history.

Prague & Vienna: April 2021 http://bit.ly/Prague-Vienna2021
Participants will discover the culture and architectural beauty of Prague and Vienna with professional photographer, Jason P. Odell. The tour begins in Prague, Czech Republic and then continues by train to Vienna, Austria.

Amsterdam & Bruges: September 2021 http://bit.ly/Amsterdam2021
This travel workshop is round-trip from the amazing city of Amsterdam, where participants will photograph the cultural centers and famous canals in the city. The tour includes private transportation to the famous windmills at Kinderdijk, for sunset and twilight photography. The tour continues by train to Bruges, Belgium, another city famous for its food, culture and canals to go along with the impressive architectural sights.

About Jason P. Odell Photography
Jason P. Odell is a professional photographer and photo tour leader based in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He specializes in nature, landscape, and travel photography. He has authored 13 comprehensive photography guides, including guides to Nikon's Capture NX, Adobe Photoshop Lightroom and Nik Plug-ins. Jason's photo tours and workshops are designed to provide participants with the experience of photography as a craft, starting with composition and exposure, and ending with digital post-processing. Jason's workshop groups are kept very small so that he can work with participants directly.

Jason's photography has been featured by Nik Software, Tiffen, Studio Photography Magazine, Wildlife Photographic Magazine, Singh- Ray Filters, and Digital Silver Imaging.

Jason has been a full-time photographer since 2010, and holds a Ph.D. from the University of California, Riverside.



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OXFORD, CONN. (PRWEB) MARCH 03, 2020

Aeroturn LLC, a leading turnstile manufacturer that offers 100% Made In The USA turnstiles, today announced that the company's X-Wing turnstiles were selected and installed at the University of Pittsburgh's Trees Athletic Center located on campus. Aeroturn was selected due to its impeccable track record of delivering high quality turnstile solutions. Aeroturn deployed three X-Wing lanes on a modular platform system in the athletic center of the university that were ADA compliant and ready to handle the influx of students that enter the building. The university chose this specific site as a testing ground due to the abusive nature of the students who would be using this entrance. Aeroturn Turnstiles held true to its superior track record and passed the test with flying colors.

In addition, Aeroturn integrated the university's existing blackboard readers as well as an extra proximity reader at one lane for additional personnel. "We are extremely happy that the Denisco-Kindler Group introduced us to the university, so we could provide the turnstile quality needed to meet the stringent requirements of Pittsburgh University," states Michael Stoll, VP of Technical Sales & Marketing. "Working with the Denisco-Kindler Group and The University of Pittsburgh was a pleasure as everyone worked together seamlessly to ensure that the Athletic Center project was a success." Due to the teamwork of all parties involved in the project, the costs of the lobby renovation were kept to a minimum and resulted in minimal interruption of the entrance during the installation.

With the initial project starting back in 2017, the university did their due diligence on turnstile manufacturers and Aeroturn came out the clear winner. In 2018, Aeroturn's turnstiles were deployed on time and within the budget requirements. "Working with Aeroturn on this and other turnstile projects is a dream," states Rick Rollins, Electro-Mechanical Specialist at the Denisco-Kindler Group. "They deliver a long-lasting turnstile solution that can be customized to match any customers' wishes while also providing outstanding installation services."

Aeroturn continues to make great strides in improving school safety by bringing superior turnstile solutions to the plate. For further information on Aeroturn turnstile solutions, visit http://www.aeroturn.com or send an email to sales@aeroturn.com.

About Aeroturn LLC

Based out of our 100% Made in USA Oxford, CT location, Aeroturn has been offering integrators and end users this century's turnstiles that include a comprehensive range of turnstile products. With an engineering team that is second to none; the team has been together for over two and a half decades in the product design, development and manufacturing field and continues to lead the way in the security industry. Since its inception in 2001, Aeroturn offers every customer a 5-year warranty, zero maintenance mechanisms, 10 million passages guaranteed, site specific cabinets, 10,000 cycle factory burn-in, and industry unique-factory direct delivery & installation. The company installed its first turnstiles in 2003 and 2004 and has not stopped delivering quality turnstiles and services over the years to its high-profile customers in a wide variety of vertical markets that includes commercial, private, government, industrial, bio-pharma and education. Working closely with the architect, consultant & engineering community, Aeroturn understands the specific needs of its customers and continues to exceed expectations on each and every project. For further information on Aeroturn's turnkey turnstile solutions, visit http://www.aeroturn.com.



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TEMECULA, CALIF. (PRWEB) MARCH 03, 2020

The Temecula Valley Unified School District (TVUSD) has been working to ensure that teachers, administrators, support staff, and students develop cultural proficiency for the past three years. "We are proud of the work our Cultural Proficiency Leadership Team has done to raise awareness and create a plan that involves all stakeholders," shared TVUSD Deputy Superintendent Jodi McClay.

In an effort to plan the 2019-2020 school year, the TVUSD Educational Support Services and Human Resources and Development divisions, under the leadership of McClay and Assistant Superintendent Ray Johnson, respectively, facilitated a two-year study with the district's Cultural Proficiency Leadership Team that resulted in the decision to bring in Generation Ready, a national group focused on cultural proficiency and awareness. "We have found that by building the capacity of a small group of dedicated individuals and then utilizing the team to 'grow' the work to others within the organization, is a model that provides more sustainability on any topic," added Deputy Superintendent McClay. So TVUSD created three cohorts comprised of teams from each of their 27 school sites to spend six days together expanding the work.

This month, the district had the pleasure of welcoming the National Director of Equity, Dr. Erick Witherspoon, as the facilitator for the training. "We are thrilled to be working with such an esteemed educator," shared McClay. "The teams have benefitted immensely from his guidance as they have addressed achievement gap issues and the Framework for Cultural Proficiency, which includes guiding principles, a continuum, essential elements, and common barriers," added McClay.

In addition to the cohort training, the district's comprehensive high schools are each hosting forums sponsored by their Black Student Unions and African American Parent Advisory Councils. This week, Great Oak High School hosted over 250 students from all three high schools. Deputy Superintendent McClay, who joined the session for the kick-off, shared "It was an amazing event addressing the power of language and labels with a focus on empowering students. Seeing students unite and work collaboratively from all sites to bring attention and awareness to this topic was validating that we are doing the right work." The event included student performances, guest speakers, and many collaborative activities. McClay went on to thank the staff from all three sites, Black Student Union members, and African American Parent Advisory Councils for their hard work and support of the events.



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COLUMBUS, OHIO (PRWEB) MARCH 03, 2020

The Honorable Judge Michael H. Watson of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio has granted final approval to a comprehensive settlement agreement in the class action Doe v. State of Ohio, case number 2:91-cv-00464. Disability Rights Ohio, the Judge Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law, and the law firm of Steptoe & Johnson worked with the Ohio Department of Education to reach a settlement that will improve the State's support for special education throughout Ohio and support improvement in student outcomes. In addition, the settlement will provide intensive support to 11 of Ohio's school districts to secure measurable improvements in student performance and inclusion for children with disabilities. The settlement will be in effect for five years.

"This is a monumental day for Ohio's students with disabilities," said Kerstin Sjoberg, Disability Rights Ohio Executive Director. "We have worked diligently with our partners and collaboratively with the Ohio Department of Education to reach a comprehensive settlement that delivers what the law requires, a free appropriate public education for students with disabilities. The plan will enhance academic achievement, promote inclusion and improve the supports students with disabilities receive in school. After years of litigation, this settlement will improve outcomes for students with disabilities in real and concrete ways and that is cause for celebration."

The settlement commits the State to improving rates of integrating students with disabilities in general education settings, and improving their academic achievement, particularly in the 11 districts where experts found systemic denials of a "free appropriate public education" (FAPE). The settlement will also focus on the educational foundation of literacy and language as well as improving special education services to students with disabilities, by, among other things, emphasizing the use of assistive technology and universal design for learning ("UDL"). The latter is a way of teaching that uses different methods to teach the same material so as many students as possible understand what is being taught. Both help students with disabilities fully participate in the classroom and succeed in school.

An Advisory Group will assess the state's progress and determine whether the required outcomes are being achieved. If they aren't, the plan will include mechanisms for modifications. There is also a dispute resolution process that allows DRO and its co-counsel to bring concerns to the Ohio Department of Education and, ultimately the Court, if the state is not meeting the settlement's objectives.

Tweet This: Judge approves @DisabilityRightsOhio and the Ohio Department of Education groundbreaking settlement to improve the integration and academic achievement of Ohio students with disabilities. Details at http://www.disabilityrightsohio.org

About Disability Rights Ohio
Disability Rights Ohio is the federally and state designated Protection and Advocacy System and Client Assistance Program for the state of Ohio. The mission of Disability Rights Ohio is to advocate for the human, civil and legal rights of people with disabilities in Ohio. Disability Rights Ohio provides legal advocacy and rights protection to a wide range of people with disabilities. Find more information at disabilityrightsohio.org.

About The Judge David L. Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law
The Judge David L. Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law is a national legal advocacy organization protecting and advancing the rights of people with mental disabilities. The Center promotes laws and policies that enable people with mental disabilities to live independently in their own homes and communities, and to enjoy the same opportunities that everyone else does.

For more information, visit http://www.bazelon.org.

About Steptoe & Johnson
For over 100 years Steptoe & Johnson LLP has earned an international reputation for vigorous and successful advocacy in litigation and arbitration, and for creative representation of clients before government agencies and in business transactions. Pro bono service at Steptoe and fostering the public interest in major cases like the present matter, is an integral part of the firm's ethos, history, and operations.



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NEW YORK (PRWEB) MARCH 03, 2020

On Tues., Feb. 25, the Fordham Real Estate Institute (REI) hosted a room filled to the brim with some of the leading minds in real estate to discuss the latest trends impacting the industry: PropTech. Presented in conjunction with The Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY), Akam Associates, Inc. and SCG Project Advisory, LLC, PropTech 2020: Modernizing Real Estate Operations and Management focused on the most influential technology for streamlined real estate operations, energy optimization, space and utilities management, liability management, cyber security and enhanced occupancy experiences.

The morning began with remarks from Hugh F. Kelly, Ph.D., CRE, special advisor to REI and curriculum chair, who gave a brief overview of the current state of real estate and the impact PropTech is having, particular in the industrial arena.

"Real estate has gotten a reputation of being slow to adopt technology, which makes it vulnerable to disruption," said Dr. Kelly. "The field is vast for technology like PropTech and the pace of change is happening fast."

Following Dr. Kelly, keynote speaker Sonu Panda, CEO of Prescriptive Data, developers of Nantum, the world's most advanced building operating syste m. Panda discussed the biggest challenges facing the "digital building operator" and provided case studies of real-life solutions experienced by building operators that are using Nantum. One of the most compelling examples featured the results of a NYSERDA study that showed Rudin Management saved $5.5 million dollars across their portfolio since implementing real-time energy management to optimize commercial building operations. For example, the buildings were equipped with sensors to monitor office usage and adjust the air conditioning automatically based on traffic flow and real-time occupancy. In addition, automatic alerts of excessive water usage in a building stopped what would have been a major flood in a bank without disrupting the day-to-day business.

"It's an exciting time to be in PropTech, but the technology in and of itself is not enough," said Panda. "The institutional knowledge of real estate is what is needed to create and implement technology that will truly make a difference on your bottom line and customer/tenant satisfaction."

Following his remarks, a thought-provoking panel took place, moderated by Serge Reda, adjunct professor and chair of the Fordham REI Real Estate Development Curriculum Committee and Real Estate Development, Acquisitions & Due Diligence at Cedar Realty Trust. Panelists included:

John Gilbert, COO/EVP, Rudin Management Company

Andrea Jang, COO, Ackman-Ziff

Laura Patel, Head of Strategic Accounts, Density, Inc.

Omri Stern, Founder & CEO, Jones

One of the biggest, and simplest, takeaways from the discussion was that PropTech technology will only work and become adopted by building owners and operators if, at the end of the day, it helps solve a challenge and helps increase NOI.

"Some say that data is oil, but it really is crude oil," said Gilbert. "We need to figure out how to refine it and use it in a way that will increase the bottom line."

The panel discussion covered topics ranging from the financial impact of PropTech, privacy and cybersecurity and how lenders are responding to this new technology. But all panelists agreed that this technology was here to stay.

"When I began my career, real estate was antiquated when it came to adapting technology and there was a concern about attracting the next generation of workers," said Patel. "I think PropTech will be the white knight to save the industry. It will help generate interest from my generation and those that follow who want to work in tech and make them take a closer look at real estate."

For more information on the Fordham Real Estate Institute, visit http://www.fordham.edu/realestate.

ABOUT THE FORDHAM REAL ESTATE INSTITUTE
The Fordham Real Estate Institute (REI) currently offers a Master of Science in Real Estate (MSRE), graduate certificates in real estate finance, development and construction management, and a comprehensive array of professional certificates in real estate and construction at its campuses in Manhattan and West Harrison, N.Y. Serving professionals and owners/investors of all stripes, the MSRE curriculum presents the essential elements of real estate finance, investment, development and management. The programs are developed and taught by leading industry practitioners and are centered on imparting real-world professional skill sets. Flexibility and convenience are program hallmarks as classes can be taken in-person, online, and at various paces. REI is a part of Fordham's School of Professional and Continuing Studies. For more information, visit http://www.fordham.edu/realestate.



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CHESTNUT RIDGE, N.Y. (PRWEB) MARCH 03, 2020

Camphill Foundation today announced that it will award $375,000 to 17 Camphill communities, affiliates, and organizations worldwide in 2020. The funds will be delivered through grants aligned with Camphill Foundation's mission of supporting, strengthening, and safeguarding the Camphill movement, and are designated for initiatives that meet recipients' pressing needs.

Camphill Foundation's 2020 grants include:

Capital Needs

* Camphill Village Kimberton Hills (Kimberton, PA) will receive $32,000 toward the construction of a new Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) building, helping the community expand its successful Sankanac CSA enterprise while providing community members with nutritious food and meaningful work opportunities.

* As part of two-year renewable grant, Camphill Ghent (Chatham, NY) will receive $30,000 to install a state-of-the-art fire safety system that provides the community's vulnerable elder population with the highest level of fire security and protection.

* As part of a three-year renewable grant, Camphill Communities California (Soquel, CA) will receive $25,000 to install solar panels on its properties, equipping the community to manage ongoing energy crises in northern California while improving future sustainability.

* Plowshare Farm (Greenfield, NH) will receive $10,000 for the construction of a 480-foot accessible path connecting households, workshop areas, and community centers.

* Triform Camphill Community (Hudson, NY) will receive $6,000 toward the purchase of a multi-passenger, energy-efficient vehicle to provide safe travel between Triform's main campus and its Stewardship Community.

Capacity Building:

* As part of a three-year renewable grant, Glenora Farm (Duncan, British Columbia) will receive $25,000 to create a new administrative assistant position, which will reduce volunteer coworkers' administrative workloads and allow them to focus exclusively on program and community member support.

* Raphael Village (New Orleans, LA) will receive $15,000 to build community awareness by increasing its outreach coordinator's weekly hours, and to expand skills of faculty and volunteer coworkers through new training opportunities.

* Camphill Communities Ontario (Angus, Canada) will receive $14,000 to expand and update its maple syrup production social enterprise, through which adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities develop new skills and participate in paid work opportunities.

* Camphill Hudson (Hudson, NY) will receive $10,000 to fund a software implementation that streamlines volunteer coworker scheduling and paperwork, bolstering efficiency and compliance while enabling workers to dedicate more time to direct community support.

* Camphill Foundation Canada will receive $8,000 for a 2020 planned giving campaign that will help sustain the Camphill movement in Canada by securing donors who wish to support Camphill beyond their lifetimes.

* Heartbeet Lifesharing (Hardwick, VT) will receive $8,000 to launch an endowment campaign that enables the community to build a strong financial future.

International

* East-West Exchange Fund (Asia) will receive $48,000 for residential renovations and repairs at Camphill Sadhana in India, as well as funding for volunteer coworker training, educational tools and resources, and other vital needs at Camphill communities in Asia.

* Camphill Agualinda (Colombia), an emerging Camphill community, will receive $10,000 in core programmatic support.

* Respirar Comunidad (Argentina) will receive $9,000 to fund program expansion, including acquisition of music rehearsal and workshop space and staff training.

* Camphill Nodibinājums Rožkalni (Latvia) will receive $5,000 for the repair and refurbishment of facilities where volunteer coworkers and villagers live and work.

Regional Capacity Building

* The Camphill Association of North America (Ghent, NY) will receive $75,000, the fourth installment of a five-year award, to strengthen regional operations, volunteer coworker development, research and policy initiatives, and community development.

* Camphill Academy (Glenmoore, PA) will receive $45,000, the third installment of a five-year award, to support day-to-day operations, training, and ongoing curricula and leadership development.

"As we celebrate the Camphill movement's 80-year legacy of compassion and inclusion, our Board of Directors is pleased to award so many 2020 grants focused on extending Camphill's impact far into the future," said Karen Murphy, Executive Director of Camphill Foundation. "We are deeply grateful to our donors and supporters, whose generosity makes this important work possible."

Since 1966, Camphill Foundation has provided more than $10 million in strategic grants and low-interest loans to Camphill communities. Camphill Foundation's grantmaking program is funded by donor appeals, as well as the Camphill Foundation Annual Gala.

Camphill Foundation accepts grant requests from existing Camphill communities and affiliates. Priority is given to Camphill organizations in North America, though special consideration is afforded to communities in high-need areas of the world. Visit http://www.camphillfoundation.org/grantmaking/ for details about Camphill Foundation's grantmaking program.

About Camphill Foundation

Founded in 1966 to support two fledgling Camphill communities in New York and Pennsylvania, Camphill Foundation has grown dramatically over the past six decades. Today, its mission is to grow, strengthen, and safeguard the Camphill movement at 15 Camphill communities and affiliates in the United States and Canada. Camphill Foundation accomplishes this mission through strategic grants and low-interest loans that help grow and sustain the Camphill movement. Visit http://www.camphillfoundation.org for more information.

About the Camphill Movement

Camphill is a worldwide movement of vibrant lifesharing communities that provide a unique model of care for persons with special needs. The Camphill movement draws inspiration from the principles of anthroposophy. In valuing the profound significance of each human being, practicing the art of daily living, and emphasizing mindfulness of man's responsibility to the earth, the Camphill movement offers a model of renewal for the wider society. Learn more about the Camphill movement and Camphill communities in North America at the Camphill Association of North America's website at http://www.camphill.org.



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GREENWICH, CONN. (PRWEB) MARCH 03, 2020

General transcriptions service provider TranscriptionWing has launched its new and improved website at http://www.transcriptionwing.com featuring a modern design and a streamlined showcase of its new and existing transcription services.

The newly revamped website enables a more intuitive browsing experience with improved accessibility and enhanced usability for visitors. Content-rich pages highlight the leading transcription provider's complete catalogue of services including video and audio transcriptions for conference calls, interviews, focus groups, academic research seminars, sermons, and podcasts; meeting minutes service InSummary that provides summaries for conference call recordings or board meetings; editing and proofing services for machine or automated transcripts; translation from any source language into English or vice-versa; and closed captioning for enhancing webinar or video accessibility. TranscriptionWing is fully GDPR and HIPAA compliant and follows all federal and state laws in the US and international laws as required.

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About TranscriptionWing

TranscriptionWing provides affordable and accurate video and audio transcriptions to multiple industry sectors including market research, technology, and finance, as well as legal, educational, and religious institutions. The general transcription service has continued to develop its processes and offerings over the years while strengthening its new and existing relationships and improving its services to meet different client demands.

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LAS VEGAS (PRWEB) MARCH 03, 2020

As world business trade shows are disrupted by the coronavirus, CANNA WORLD EXPO charges ahead with a symposium of twenty-two industry expert speakers by uniting cannabis with Information Technology (IT). CANNA WORLD EXPO will broadcast its April 4th and April 11th symposium live, online from four continents (Asia, Europe, North America, South America) with enterprise-class presentation software. CANNA WORLD EXPO organizers and speakers hold more than 433,000 direct contacts in fifteen countries. The global cannabis industry is estimated to reach more than $100 billion by 2030.

CANNA WORLD EXPO's mission is educating consumers and business professionals on global advances in cannabis including elimination of contamination (heavy metals, mold, pathogens), bio absorption, health, science, research, agriculture, laboratory analysis, manufacturing, legal, information technology (IT), and more. The CANNA WORLD EXPO April Symposium, hosted by Trinity Global Enterprises, LLC, is powered by Virtual Summit Services provided by AEvent and addresses:

World Agriculture Contamination from Pathogenic Mold Analyzed in Popular Brands of Coconut Substrates

Water vs. Oil Bio Absorption Scientific Breakthrough

Certificates of Analysis (COAs), an Industry Standard for Contamination Prevention

Concussions and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

Going Beyond THC and CBD with CBG and CBN

Consumer-Driven Research and the Oral Health – Digestive – Brain Correlation

CANNA WORLD EXPO Presenters Include:

Marvin Washington, Super Bowl Champion

Mats Tverin, Martial Arts Hall of Fame Inductee

Antoine Chevalier, PhD Brain Research, Concussion Therapy

Cannabis & Coffee Chef Bryan-David Scott's Live Cooking Demonstrations

Leslie Bocskor, Executive Chairman of Electrum Partners

The Plant Dr. "Happy Plant Guy" Dino Changanaqui, Organic Agriculture Industry Expert

Rob "Doc Rob" Streisfeld, NMD & Formulator

Dr. Ted Emanuel, Naturopathic Physician Specializing in Digestive Disorders

George Anastassov, MD, DDS, MBA, Oral Health Expert

Ashley Couch, Esq.

David Joseph, Helen "Golda" Joseph, MA, PhD Jade Health Consumer Research Software

Judy Mikovits, PhD, Renowned Biochemist & Microbiology Researcher

Charles Vest, Hemp CBD Pioneer

Secure Wi-Fi, Mobile Phones & Laptop PCs, Sound Wi-Fi & Mantra Broadcasting

Kron Burgundy, Celebrity Stand-Up Comedy Emcee

"Ask an Expert" Moderated Panel Interviews by: The Cannabis Reporter & Eva Silva Media

Sean Donahoe, Founder & CEO, Vetinati Capital

Jessica Chandler, Entrepreneur of the Year

Denise Mahaffey, Hemp CBD PR & Media Pioneer

Registration: https://cannaworldexpo.com/register
Sponsor: https://cannaworldexpo.com/sponsor

About CANNA WORLD EXPO
Hosted by Trinity Global Enterprises, LLC headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada, CANNA WORLD EXPO is an online business information resource that assembles global industry leaders three times annually. For details visit https://cannaworldexpo.com



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COLUMBUS, OHIO (PRWEB) MARCH 03, 2020

Enrollment for Great River Connections Academy (GRCA), a tuition-free, full-time public virtual school has officially opened for the 2020-21 school year for students in grades K-12. Free information sessions will be offered to help interested families learn more about virtual school and the benefits of an online learning environment.

"Just after this school year began, my son started experiencing fatigue and fevers causing him to miss a lot of time at his previous school. We needed to switch to a school that offered the flexibility for him to work at his own pace and take breaks whenever he needed," said Jody Lovitt of Sylvania whose son Josh is an eighth grader at Great River Connections Academy. "Since enrolling, his grades have improved, and the online platform enables him to manage his schedule and stay on top of his assignments. He's also better able to communicate with his teachers who help review his tests or assignments any time he needs."

Learning from home or anywhere there is an Internet connection, Great River Connections Academy students work closely with Ohio-certified teachers specially trained in online instruction. Teachers develop individualized learning plans that help to nurture each student's strengths while providing additional support in areas of need. The curriculum, from the nationally recognized, award-winning school Connections Academy program, meets rigorous state education standards, and will include core online classes as well as engaging electives, honors and AP courses, and Career Technical Education (CTE) classes. At Great River Connections Academy, parents and caregivers are considered "Learning Coaches" as they play a very active role in their child's education and work closely with the teachers to monitor their student's participation and progress.

Students also benefit from real-time feedback and customized virtual schedules, ensuring each student can learn in a way that's best suited for them. Outside of schoolwork, students make friends and socialize through numerous online clubs and activities and during in-person field trips and school events.

"Online school serves a unique population of students, and I'm grateful parents and caretakers in Ohio have the opportunity to choose what learning environment works best for their children," said Jason Swinehart, Great River Connections Academy School Leader. "We are excited and proud to continue to serve our students and their families."

Great River Connections Academy is hosting free, in-person and online information sessions for interested families to learn more about virtual education and how teachers support the students. During the information sessions, families will also have an opportunity to learn about the online public school's curriculum and interact with school representatives and other parents. A complete schedule of events with dates and locations is available at http://www.greatriverconnectionsacademy.com/Events. For more information about Great River Connections Academy, or to begin the enrollment process, visit http://www.GreatRiverConnectionsAcademy.com  or call 1-800-382-6010.

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About Great River Connections Academy
Great River Connections Academy (GRCA) is a tuition-free, full-time public virtual charter school for students in grades K-12. Great River Connections Academy utilizes the nationally recognized Connections Academy program, combining state-certified teachers, a high-quality curriculum, unique technology tools, electives, clubs, and community experiences to create an individualized approach to education. For more information, call 1-800-382-6010 or visit http://www.greatriverconnectionsacademy.com.



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CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (PRWEB) MARCH 03, 2020

Terra Dotta, the leader in higher education travel, study abroad and international program management solutions, will host a complimentary webinar on "Coronavirus: How to Prepare Your Students and Faculty," this Wednesday, March 4 at 2 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. Featuring crisis management and travel risk experts from Vigilint, a leading global telemedicine, medical advisory, logistics and medical staffing company, and WorldAware, the premier integrated risk management company delivering intelligence and insights, the webinar will offer information and best practices on managing the Coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis.

"As the spread of the Coronavirus continues to evolve in real time, higher education professionals must ensure their faculty and students travelling overseas, as well as those coming from foreign countries to the U.S., are receiving the latest information and resources to take appropriate action," said Anthony Rotoli, CEO, Terra Dotta. "Along with our partners Vigilint and WorldAware, Terra Dotta is dedicated to helping higher education institutions respond to this global crisis with clear communication and informed decisions for their campus-wide communities and beyond."

Moderated by Rotoli, the webinar will include a panel discussion with Eric W. Ossmann, MD, FACEP, founder and senior medical advisor at Vigilint, and Courtney Kansler, senior health intelligence analyst at WorldAware. Topics will include clarifying the realities of Coronavirus impacts, comprehensive responses and information for obtaining medical care abroad, and best practices for preventing infection spread and managing suspected or confirmed COVID-19 cases.

In addition to providing increased support to institutions worldwide during this time, Terra Dotta has made available to all customers a complimentary version of its AlertTraveler mobile app, which is typically only available as part of Terra Dotta's real-time travel risk management system. The complimentary version of AlertTraveler provides institutions universal access to view emergency alerts across all regions where they have known travelers to help track the Coronavirus and other alerts, and help institutions aid affected students and faculty.

To register for the complimentary webinar, please click here.

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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MACON, GA. (PRWEB) MARCH 03, 2020

Buzzell, Welsh & Hill recently announced a $2,500 Scholarship Program to help the next generation of college students realize their educational and professional goals. It's the second year that the firm has hosted the contest.

"In today's working world, education beyond high school is incredibly important," said Steve Welsh, Managing Partner at the firm. "Continuing to learn and build skills through college or trade school can change a young person's trajectory."

The $2,500 scholarship will go to the winner of a contest to create a marketing campaign targeting distracted driving among teens. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, distracted driving claimed more than 3,166 lives in 2017, the most recent year on record, and teens are especially at risk. But everyone—including other young drivers—can play a part in better educating teens about the dangers.

"More and more distractions are being integrated into our cars every day," added Welsh. "It really takes effort and education to change behavior and refocus on the road."

Scholarship contest participants will create marketing campaigns, including taglines and promotional materials, that resonate with young people in and around Macon. One applicant will be awarded a $2,500 scholarship for the Fall 2020 semester. Buzzell, Welsh & Hill plans to use the winning submission to help educate the public about the dangers of distracted driving.

The contest is open to US citizens and permanent residents who are attending or plan to attend an accredited US college, university, or technical/trade school in the Fall 2020 semester. The deadline to apply is April 30, 2020, with the winner selected in early May.

For more information, visit https://www.bwhlegal.com/scholarship.

About Buzzell, Welsh & Hill
Founded in 1998, Buzzell, Welsh & Hill is an AV Preeminent rated personal injury law firm based in Macon, Georgia. Our attorneys are active in the Middle Georgia law community, serving as past presidents of the Macon Bar Association and leadership roles in local and state Bar and Trial Lawyers associations. Representing clients who have suffered injury, mistreatment, or death due to the negligence of others, our firm focuses on quality representation through individualized support.



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TORONTO (PRWEB) MARCH 03, 2020

Industry experts from Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research, ClinScape and Oracle Health Sciences will discuss:

The need to make smarter decisions on insights derived from clinical trial data

The identification of red flags and the importance of real-time metrics to drive timely interventions

The need for industry benchmarking across trials and its inherent challenges

How metrics provide the foundation for process optimization and play a key role in risk management and quality assessment planning

Moving beyond benchmarking to gamification, efficient resource allocation and predictive analytics or forecasting

You can't manage what you don't measure. Having technology which can automate or assist in the timely monitoring of trials is a huge improvement over the status quo of manual methods such as spreadsheets, which are cumbersome and erroneous, not to mention only provide a dated snapshot of trial performance.

Granular real-time metrics provide operational insights that enable sponsors to take control of their studies by being proactive instead of reactive. Sponsors should focus their resources on bottlenecks and processes ripe for optimization to drive competitive performance and operational excellence. By introducing efficient resource allocation and parallelization of operational activities, sponsors can significantly compress operational timelines, improve downstream quality and regulatory compliance, while speeding entry to market.

Join Barry Milton, Head of Business Operations, Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research, Ken Light, CEO and Founder, ClinScape and Elvin Thalund, Director, Industry Strategy, Oracle Health Sciences in a live webinar on Tuesday, March 17, 2020 at 1pm EDT.

For more information or to register for this event, visit Avoid Rescue Studies, Reduce Costs and Timelines & Accelerate Clinical Operations with Metrics.

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.

To learn more about Xtalks visit http://xtalks.com
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BOULDER, COLO. (PRWEB) MARCH 03, 2020

A recent Urban Institute report highlights how legislative changes have led to the steady decline of the usefulness, as a measure of student poverty, of participation in the free- and reduced-price lunch (FRPL) program.

The Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) of the federal Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act mandates that schools enrolled in CEP have at least 40% of their students eligible for a free or reduced-price lunch in the year before enrolling. CEP schools provide free breakfasts and lunches to all students regardless of any given student's household income or enrollment in safety net programs. Thus FRPL participation is 100% in a school and can no longer be sensibly used as a poverty measure.

Michael Harwell of the University of Minnesota reviewed Measuring Student Poverty: Developing Accurate Counts for School Funding, Accountability, and Research. The report looks at how states now make poverty-related determinations for school funding and accountability purposes. Professor Harwell found the report to be useful in providing an important snapshot of the crazy quilt pattern of enrollment in safety net programs.

The report, however, does not fully address a question that should significantly influence its methods, conclusions, and impact: Is it sufficient to rely on enrollment in safety net programs to define and measure student poverty, or is a change needed in its definition and measurement? The report seems to lean towards the latter, but no definition (new or otherwise) of student poverty is provided, and alternative measures of poverty are presented without critique. The report is also silent on whether a poverty measure should be related to important student outcomes such as achievement.

As such, the report is very useful in describing the current dilemma, but it offers little specific guidance on how to move forward.

Find the review, by Michael Harwell, at:
http://nepc.colorado.edu/thinktank/student-poverty

Find Measuring Student Poverty: Developing Accurate Counts for School Funding, Accountability, and Research, written by Erica Greenberg, Kristin Blagg, and Macy Rainer and published by the Urban Institute, at:
https://www.urban.org/sites/default/files/publication/101430/measuring_student_poverty.pdf

NEPC Reviews (http://thinktankreview.org) provide the public, policymakers, and the press with timely, academically sound reviews of selected publications. NEPC Reviews are made possible in part by support provided by the Great Lakes Center for Education Research and Practice: http://www.greatlakescenter.org

The National Education Policy Center (NEPC), a university research center housed at the University of Colorado Boulder School of Education, produces and disseminates high-quality, peer-reviewed research to inform education policy discussions. Visit us at: https://nepc.colorado.edu



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HELSINKI (PRWEB) MARCH 03, 2020

Today, HundrED announces its Spotlight on Visual Arts in partnership with the mobile game development company, Supercell. All innovators, educators and organizations working in the field of Visual Arts education are encouraged to share solutions or partner on the project.

With ever-expanding digital platforms with visual content in our lives and work, visual acuity, visual literacy and the ability to communicate visually must be recognised as a fundamental skill in K12 education at par with literacy and numeracy. Additionally, there is recently increased emphasis on STEM education worldwide to prepare students for the modern workforce, but the value and importance of art education in schools is often sidelined.

Even in professions not directly creating visual art, Danny Gilliland, the Head of Impact & Growth at HundrED, shares, "the ability to understand and reflect visual artistic expression is critically important to thriving in today's digital and visual world. Visual arts not only cultivates the ability to reflect, understand and communicate important information, but fosters creativity and joy in our daily lives."

The HundrED Spotlight will showcase leading innovations from around the world that both encourage self-expression and cultivate the creative thinking skills needed for 21st century life and work. The innovations will be required to have an educational element that promotes an increased interaction with visual arts education in and outside of our schools.

"Many times Art is thought of as a hobby and it's not necessarily encouraged as a career path. We were inspired by the artists in Supercell to work together with HundrED to promote Art as a key element in education." states Maria Facal, from the Corporate Social Responsibility team in Supercell.

The submission call to share innovations ends on Friday, 15th May 2020 1700 UTC. Selected solutions will be released at the end of 2020 to kick-start a movement that supports the integration of visual art education in our classrooms globally.

ABOUT HUNDRED
Finnish based, not for profit, HundrED, discovers, researches and shares inspiring innovations in K12 education. Their goal is to help improve education and foster a movement through encouraging valuable, impactful & scalable innovations to spread, mindful of context, across the world. Since 2016, HundrED has been conducting rigorous research to seek and select 100 inspiring innovations of that year, annually. All of the insights and selected innovations are documented, packaged and shared with educators around the world to easily implement, with free support. For more information, please visit: http://www.hundred.org or follow on social media: Twitter: @HundrEDorg and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HundrEDorg/

ABOUT SUPERCELL
Supercell (supercell.com) is a mobile game developer based in Helsinki, Finland, with offices in San Francisco, Seoul and Shanghai. Since its launch in 2010, Supercell has brought five games to the global market: Brawl Stars, Clash Royale, Boom Beach, Clash of Clans and Hay Day. Supercell's goal is to make the best games – games that are played by as many people as possible, enjoyed for years and remembered forever. For more information, please visit: https://supercell.com/en/ or follow on social media: Twitter: @supercell and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/supercell/



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KALAMAZOO, MICH. (PRWEB) MARCH 03, 2020

Kalamazoo Valley's Artists' Forum presents a Wednesday, April 15 concert with a double billing – Graham Parker and the Elden Kelly Trio, performing at 7:30 p.m. in Dale B. Lake Auditorium at the Texas Township Campus.

Graham Parker emerged from England's vibrant mid-70s pub rock music scene and was promptly tagged the "quintessential angry young man.' His musical style informed the likes of Elvis Costello and Joe Jackson and earned raves from rock critics worldwide. His recordings with The Rumour are legendary, earning two spots in Rolling Stone's "Top 100 Albums of All Time."

For nearly 30 years, Parker has been slinging a signature sound across continents and airwaves, which has earned him a spot in the pantheon of truly original and influential figures in rock 'n roll. Since his early days with The Rumour, Parker has coupled punk's energy with his deeply rooted love of American R&B, country and soul music. He's been described as having a bar room brawler's rasp and sneer, a soul man's swagger, and an ear for indelible hooks of song writing – plus an enduring spot in rock history.

The Elden Kelly Trio will open for Parker. With a strong grounding both in traditional genres and fusion, Elden Kelly mixes classical, world music and jazz. His nylon string guitar and exotic-sounding 11-string fretless guitar evoke traces of Latin, American roots, flamenco, and Indian music, underpinned by modern swing, African polyrhythms and cross-cultural grooves. The trio aptly cuts its own path through the music world and brings to audiences across the country music that is recognizably, uniquely outstanding.

Since its inception in 1986, Kalamazoo Valley's Artists' Forum has exposed the Kalamazoo community and its students to a diverse collection of musicians, artists, writers, actors, singers, dancers and social commentators - including Mavis Staples, Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Patty Griffin, David Sedaris and The Wailin' Jennys.

Through partial funding provided by The Gilmore Foundation, The Harold and Grace Upjohn Foundation and the KVCC Foundation, Artists' Forum has established a performance series that reflects the Kalamazoo community and broadens the perspective of the performing arts. Instructor of Photography and Film, Dave Posther, is the current chair of the program.

Tickets are $20 each and are available at http://www.kvcc.edu/artistsforum, at the Texas Township Campus bookstore (269.488.4030 or bookstore.kvcc.edu) or by contacting Dave Posther at 269.488.4476. Doors open at 6:45 p.m.



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WASHINGTON (PRWEB) MARCH 03, 2020

In light of the well-publicized phishing scam that recently ensnared popular Shark Tank judge Barbara Corcoran, LogMeOnce, the distinctive market leader in password-less authentication, is offering timely advice and critical remedies on how to avoid falling victim to hackers.

Problem: A hacker or group of hackers have already tried to vanish with Corcoran's $400,000. This phishing scam attack did not happen overnight. The hacker imitated an assistant's email address and simply changed one letter to make it look real. Apparently, the hacker knew the assistant's and an accountant's email addresses, so chances are those addresses and possibly even their passwords were already exposed through a previous data breach and exposed in dark web databases. It's a scary scenario to think that the hacker might have been already inside these individuals' network or account, roaming around, and became familiar with internal office procedures and accounting processes, including how invoices are approved for payment.

Solution: To avoid similar scams, LogMeOnce advises against using public email accounts to conduct any kind of financial activity, whether personal or for business. By using your own business domain, you will eliminate a hacker's ability to create/imitate email addresses without your approval. To seal off your accounts from such hacking attempts, you can throw a security blanket over them and establish simple but comprehensive security defensive layers. Seriously increase password strength for all team members, use Two-Factor Authentication (2FA), monitor dark web for data breaches, and start using Password-Less Login.

Product: Switch to a private email system and start using your own business domain (example: Barbara@Corcoran.com) rather than using a free/public email service. Add proven security from reputable vendors to protect your accounts and credentials. The LogMeOnce management team has invented numerous award-winning security products since 1995. LogMeOnce provides a broad portfolio of security products including its popular password manager, Identity Theft Protection, Dark Web Monitoring, and Cloud Encrypter.

LogMeOnce's claim to fame is Password-Less Login and provides an array of rich features and functionalities including the patented LogMeOnce Mugshot, Password SHOCK, and Account Freeze, a unique, patent-pending security application designed to help individual users and businesses protect their passwords and security credentials, and manage against cyberattacks.

Unfortunately, Corcoran fell victim to a phishing scam that could have been prevented with better protection and defensiveness around her accounts and those of her business. Her bookkeeper erroneously sent nearly $400,000 to someone who had sent emails that seemed to come from one of Corcoran's assistants—but in fact was a hacker.

"Getting hacked or compromised by a scam is a horrible experience, whether you lose a ton of money or your credibility takes a hit. The LogMeOnce Password Manager and Identity Theft Protection tools would have easily prevented such vulnerabilities and such extensive and expensive damage," says Kevin Shahbazi, CEO of LogMeOnce. "Additionally, our patented LogMeOnce Mugshot would have helped to collect the hacker's metadata, exposing unauthorized access attempts before the hack occurred. Prevention involves connecting the dots and exposing the source of the scam."

Only LogMeOnce offers a comprehensive number of login options with automatic 2FA. You always get the extra security layer of 2FA without the hassle of typing yet another password or SMS code, or using a hardware 2FA token. And you get instant protection and instant access to your computer via your mobile device (LogMeOnce protects identities on Apple iOS, Android, Microsoft Windows, Mac OS, and Linux).

As a "zero-knowledge" technology company, LogMeOnce does not know a user's encryption key or actual passwords. With LogMeOnce, you are the only one who has absolute knowledge of your actual password and encryption key—only you can decrypt your account.

About LogMeOnce:
Founded in 2010, the award-winning LogMeOnce confidently helps consumers and businesses protect their passwords, identity, and data. LogMeOnce rose to popularity with its feature-rich password management platform, and then with its patented PhotoLogin technology that gave users the choice of logging in with a password-less selfie. As serial entrepreneurs, the LogMeOnce management team has founded and scaled up to global brand status multiple startups, with successful exits and acquisitions, such as the acquisition by security industry leaders McAfee and Intel Corp. in 2010.

LogMeOnce is headquartered in Washington, D.C., and serves the global market with an additional location in Barcelona, Spain. LogMeOnce markets and sells its solutions worldwide directly and through a variety of partners. For information about LogMeOnce, SDK, OEM licensing, and reseller partnership opportunities, please visit http://www.logmeonce.com, call (800) 935-4619, fax (866) 732-0324, email sales@LogMeOnce or Media@LogMeOnce.com. All trademarks belong to their respective organizations.

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SAN RAFAEL, CALIF. (PRWEB) MARCH 03, 2020

The Nike Track & Field Camp of Champions and the Nike Cross Country Camp of Champions will run concurrently June 29-July 3. The camps offer athletes the rare opportunity to experience firsthand the life of a Stanford student-athlete. Each year is a sell-out due to Stanford's reputation, gorgeous setting, top tier training, coaching, and facilities. Runners from all over the world attend to experience the life of a Stanford student-athlete.

Camp Director and Stanford's Franklin P Johnson Director of Track & Field, J.J. Clark, oversees both track and field and cross-country programs. Clark says, "We are so excited to welcome our camp athletes to The Farm this coming summer. It is our first summer on campus and we have a lot of great things in store. This is an exciting time for us, we're anticipating a great experience!"

The athletes train on the famed Cobb Track & Angell Field, home to many national and international competitions. Cross country runners take advantage of the blue skies and gorgeous hilly trails that surround this amazing campus. Campers stay in the campus dorms and eat in the Stanford dining. Track and field athletes can choose from all disciplines: throw (shot put, hammer, discus, javelin) sprints, hurdles, middle distance (including steeplechase), and jumps (high jump, long jump, triple jump, pole vault). XC runners are placed in small compatible groups based speed, fitness, and ability. Each running group is assigned an experienced counselor for specialized training and individual attention. Instruction is given by Stanford coaches and staff. The camp is coed, with overnight and day options, for ages 12-18. All ability levels are welcome and geared toward those with the desire to train smarter, work hard, and have fun.

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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SAN RAFAEL, CALIF. (PRWEB) MARCH 03, 2020

The Nike Volleyball Camp at Concordia University Wisconsin, located in Mequon, will be offered during July to players around the Milwaukee area. Campers will be able to choose from various programs ranging from All Skills to Position Specialty, which are designed to help deepen their understanding of the sport.

Leading the camp programs is Concordia University Wisconsin Head Volleyball Coach, Janelle Katz, who is currently in her 8th season. During her time at the university, Katz led her team to back to back undefeated conference titles in 2016 and 2017 and also made NCAA Tournament appearances. Since 2014, the program has finished no worse than 3rd place in their conference. Players attending the camp programs this upcoming summer will get to experience Katz's high-level instruction used by the current Falcons' volleyball team.

"Janelle was an excellent addition to the US Sports Camps family, and we are thrilled to be offering a camp with her as the director," states Siera Love, VP of Nike Volleyball Camps. "She has so much experience under her belt that we are sure campers will have fun learning the sport and build their confidence on the court."

The new Wisconsin volleyball camps will be open to girls, ages 10-18, of all ability levels. During the All Skills camp, all aspects of volleyball will be covered to allow players to improve their techniques. In the Position Specialty clinics, campers can hone their skills in either the Hitting, Setting or Libero position and gain valuable feedback.

The final program offered will be a Serving, Passing, and Defense clinic. Under Katz's instruction girls will engage in focused drills that are designed to help their dig, serve, and passing form.

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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HOLLYWOOD, FLA. (PRWEB) MARCH 04, 2020

The Time Blocking Virtual Summit will run from March 5-7, 2020 and is expected to attract the busiest mega-taskers: people who push themselves to manage hundreds and even thousands of tasks per year. They are gathering to learn more about techniques like time blocking – the use of a calendar as a control center to manage all their tasks, instead of a to-do list.

This free online conference will feature a top class set of speakers who have been invited by host Francis Wade of ScheduleU to share their best advice. The lineup includes Time Campos, CEO of Woven Software, Mike Vardy from the Productivityist Podcast, Ray Sidney-Smith of Productivity Book Group and Geoff Woods of The One Thing company.

But they'll be doing more than just giving speeches. Participants will also have a chance to meet speakers within the safe confines of an online community called Mighty-Taskers. This group has been around for a year and opens its doors to summiteers who will enjoy the benefits of full membership.

During the event, attendees will enjoy live Q&A's with speakers, opportunities to interact with each other in a virtual conference hall and play learning games in a unique interactive room.

Francis Wade, host of the summit explains: "We know that learning takes place when people are engaged in doing more than sitting back to listen. We are using the best technologies available to help people leave with more than ideas; we want to give them a chance to see demonstrations, participate in discussions, make decisions in games and even teach each other. In other words, we are applying the best learning research in this event to make it impactful and fun!"

He adds "Everyone who attends will be invited to continue as free members of the Mighty-Taskers Community indefinitely, so this event is just a start of their journey in time blocking. In the past five years, several startups have brought AI and the cloud to this space and as even newer technologies emerge, we plan to help our audience stay ahead of the curve so they can manage even more tasks."

Registration for the event is free. Attendees will also receive substantial discounts on training materials, coaching and other services and may also purchase lifetime access to summit content.



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VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA (PRWEB) MARCH 04, 2020

Cherokee Nation Entertainment (CNE), the gaming and hospitality arm of the Cherokee Nation, the largest Native American tribe in the United States, has entered into a partnership with Rouxbe to provide online culinary training for its food and beverage associates. The agreement covers all properties operated by CNE, including multiple casinos and retail establishments in northeast Oklahoma.

Rouxbe, the leader in online culinary training, offers cost-effective and scalable training and development solutions for culinary associates at global hospitality companies, available online from any device, anywhere. CNE associates now have access to Rouxbe's online training and certification program recognized throughout the culinary industry. This includes a curriculum that covers foundational techniques, fundamental and station-specific cooking methods and new plant-based courses.

"We are always looking to upgrade our food and beverage offerings for our valued guests, and to do that, we have to provide exceptional training programs for our culinary associates," said Eric Shoemaker, corporate director of Food & Beverage for CNE. "Rouxbe is the best solution, as the self-paced online platform and culinary training curriculum is ideal for our staff who come to us with different levels of experience. Each course comes with lessons that our employees can immediately apply to their jobs."

Rouxbe is equipped to provide certificate-level instruction not only to high-quality restaurants but global hospitality organizations as well. The revolutionary online platform delivers cutting edge e-learning solutions that drive and measure learning outcomes and engagement while providing effective, lower-cost alternatives for training professional cooks. Organizations are also utilizing Rouxbe as a benefit to reduce turnover and recruit higher quality applicants.

"It's really great to see the Cherokee Nation's innovative commitment to staff training," adds Ken Rubin, Rouxbe's Chief Culinary Officer. "We are so proud to partner with an organization that understands and stands behind the needs of its culinary team by providing relevant and comprehensive culinary training as an employment benefit, completely online."

About Cherokee Nation Entertainment
Cherokee Nation Entertainment is the wholly owned gaming, hospitality, retail and tourism entity of the Cherokee Nation. It is the fastest growing entertainment company in Oklahoma. The company currently operates Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa, Oklahoma's first gaming resort gaming destination, nine Cherokee Casinos including a horse racing track, three hotels, three golf courses and other retail operations. Cherokee Nation Entertainment has corporate offices in both Tahlequah and Catoosa, Oklahoma.

About Rouxbe
Rouxbe, the world's leading online culinary school, was founded in 2005 to train people of all abilities to become better, more confident – even healthier – cooks in kitchens around the world. With high definition videos, world-class instructors, peer support and interactive assignments, Rouxbe has set the bar as the new standard in culinary education; providing certificate-level instruction not only to quality restaurants and hospitality organizations, but also to serious home cooks and career changers. Rouxbe's revolutionary online platform delivers cutting edge e-learning solutions that drive and measure learning outcomes and engagement while providing effective, lower-cost alternatives for training professional cooks. Over 110 hours of foundational training are available in English, Spanish, French, Mandarin and Arabic to hundreds of thousands of cooks in 180 countries. Rouxbe programs are also recognized by both the American Culinary Federation Education Foundation and by WorldChefs as approved training programs.



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MILWAUKEE (PRWEB) MARCH 04, 2020

With the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today announcing it is requiring a boxed warning for montelukast due to the risk of neuropsychiatric events, such as agitation, depression, sleeping problems, and suicidal thoughts and actions, the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI) is stressing the importance of contacting your healthcare provider if you are on this drug.

"If you are taking montelukast and this is helpful for your symptoms, you should speak with your healthcare provider first prior to making a decision to suspend this medication," said AAAAI President David M. Lang, MD, FAAAAI, who is also Chair of the Allergy/Immunology Department in the Respiratory Institute at Cleveland Clinic.

"Alternatively, if you begin taking montelukast, or if you have been taking montelukast, and you feel sad, experience mood changes, or vivid dreams, you should suspend montelukast and contact your healthcare provider," added Dr. Lang.

Montelukast, which is sold under the brand name Singulair and in generic form, is frequently prescribed. For asthma, montelukast can be used as the sole medication taken regularly for treatment of mild persistent asthma, or in combination with other medications (e.g., inhaled corticosteroids) for management of moderate or severe persistent asthma. Patients with asthma frequently also have allergic rhinitis.

Montelukast was initially FDA approved for management of asthma, and then was also approved for seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis and for prevention of exercise-induced bronchospasm. FDA approval is as young as 12 months in asthma, two years in seasonal allergic rhinitis, six months in perennial allergic rhinitis, and six years in exercise induced bronchoconstriction.

The boxed warning that the FDA is now requiring strengthens an existing warning about the risk of neuropsychiatric events associated with the drug, and it advises healthcare providers to avoid prescribing montelukast for patients with mild symptoms, particularly those with allergic rhinitis.

You can learn more about asthma and allergic rhinitis on the AAAAI website, aaaai.org.

The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI) represents allergists, asthma specialists, clinical immunologists, allied health professionals and others with a special interest in the research and treatment of allergic and immunologic diseases. Established in 1943, the AAAAI has over 7,000 members in the United States, Canada and 72 other countries. The AAAAI's Find an Allergist/Immunologist service is a trusted resource to help you find a specialist close to home.

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student and grants families the ability to personalize and monitor their student's education.  

"We look forward to welcoming new and returning families this upcoming school year," said Josh Kitchens, principal at South Carolina Connections Academy. "The 2020-21 school year represents a new opportunity to help our students succeed personally and academically through our flexible approach to learning, high-quality curriculum, and nurturing learning environment that encourages students to grow and excel."

South Carolina Connections Academy provides a flexible education option for a diverse group of students, including competitive athletes with strict training schedules, those who need an alternative to homeschooling or the traditional classroom, students looking to expand course offerings with a more challenging workload, and those seeking a safe and bully-free learning environment, among others.

With advanced technology and a rigorous curriculum, state-certified teachers work closely with students to develop individualized learning plans that nurture strengths and provide additional support in areas that need improvement. Students have frequent opportunities to socialize with their classmates and interact with their teachers in the virtual classroom, at in-person school events, and through online clubs and activities and online classroom sessions. South Carolina Connections Academy extracurricular clubs range from art and science to career prep. The school also hosts numerous field trips and in-person ceremonies, including volunteer service opportunities and a graduation ceremony, to help build community among students.

"South Carolina Connections Academy has allowed my tenth grader, Trey, to thrive in school and his personal life," said Gaffney-based mother Laura Haddon. "The school's flexibility has given Trey the opportunity to become more involved in his passion for agriculture and cattle breeding without sacrificing a quality education."

Interested families can learn more about the online school and explore the South Carolina Connections Academy program through a variety of in-person and online information sessions in the coming months. These events provide families the opportunity to meet with teachers and ask questions to determine if virtual school is a good fit for their student.

To learn more about South Carolina Connections Academy and begin the enrollment process, visit the school's website.

About South Carolina Connections Academy
South Carolina Connections Academy is a tuition-free, high-quality, highly accountable virtual public school serving students in grades K-12 statewide. South Carolina Connections Academy is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS CASI), an accrediting division of AdvancEDThe school opened in 2008 and is authorized under state law by the South Carolina Public Charter School District. The combination of state-certified quality teachers, a proven school curriculum, unique electives, technology tools and community experiences create a supportive and successful online learning opportunity for families and children who want an individualized approach to education. For more information, call 800-382-6010 or visit http://www.southcarolinaconnectionsacademy.com.



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PHOENIX (PRWEB) MARCH 04, 2020

CampusLogic, higher education's leading student financial success platform, was presented with a Silver Stevie Award for Customer Service Department of the Year in a Computer Software Company of 100 or More Employees in the 14th annual Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service. Rapidly-growing CampusLogic attributes this accomplishment to its ongoing focus on delivering top-level service to every customer who has implemented its award-winning student financial success software solutions.

"When I imagine what a world-class Customer Success Team should be like, the Customer Success Team at CampusLogic is exactly what I imagine. The team is full of brilliant, kind, hard-working, fun, passionate people who completely embrace our company value of 'We love our customers and they know it,'" said Chrisy Woll, CampusLogic VP of People Operations. "We are honored to be recognized for the effort our Customer Success Team puts in every day to help schools change lives."

Purpose-driven to help schools change lives, CampusLogic transforms the way higher education delivers student financial success with the only integrated platform that removes financial barriers to improve student access, inform borrowing decisions, and increase student completion in higher education.

Much of the success of CampusLogic's mission depends on the dedication, hard work, and in-depth knowledge of its Customer Success Team. "We love our customers and they know it" isn't just a company value; it's a way of life. The Customer Success Team's quick and seamless implementations see many customers going live within 30 days, and the team's follow-through ensures quick and efficient support. In a recent success story, Kathy Wright of Tarleton State University (a member of the Texas A&M University System), confirmed that CampusLogic's high level of support and its ability to collaborate on innovative solutions was a key factor in choosing to partner with them.

The Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service are the world's top honors for customer service, contact center, business development, and sales professionals. The Stevie Awards organizes eight of the world's leading business awards programs, including the prestigious American Business Awards and International Business Awards.

More than 2,600 nominations from organizations in 48 nations of all sizes and in virtually every industry were evaluated in this year's competition. Winners were determined by the average scores of more than 180 professionals worldwide on seven specialized judging committees. The awards were presented to honorees during a gala banquet on Friday, February 28 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, NV. More than 600 executives from the U.S.A. and several other nations attended.

"Research shows that student financial success is an essential factor in achieving student academic success. We're gratified to see that a growing number of schools across the country are recognizing that investing in automation to create a guided, highly personalized student experience will enable their team members to spend less time on routine compliance tasks and more time on the one-to-one advising that helps students make well-informed decisions about their education," commented Allison Duquette, CampusLogic Chief Revenue Officer. "Our commitment to exceptional customer service helps to ensure that our customers get the full benefit of our products, and quickly see the measurable improvements in student enrollment, retention, and engagement."    

About The Stevie Awards
Stevie Awards are conferred in eight programs: the Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, the German Stevie Awards, the Middle East Stevie Awards, The American Business Awards, The International Business Awards, the Stevie Awards for Great Employers, the Stevie Awards for Women in Business, and the Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service. Stevie Awards competitions receive more than 12,000 entries each year from organizations in more than 70 nations. Honoring organizations of all types and sizes and the people behind them, the Stevies recognize outstanding performances in the workplace worldwide. Learn more about the Stevie Awards at http://www.stevieawards.com.

Sponsors of the 14th annual Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service include HCL Technologies, Sales Partnerships, Inc., and ValueSelling Associates, Inc.

About CampusLogic  
CampusLogic helps schools change lives by delivering the first—and only—Student Financial Success platform that incorporates a net price calculator, complete scholarship management, personalized digital communications, simplified financial aid verification, 24x7 multilingual virtual advising, tuition and scholarship crowdfunding, and integrated data visualizations. Over 500 schools across the country use CampusLogic to provide their students with an easy, mobile, and personalized experience to simplify the financial success journey, resulting in increased enrollment, better informed borrowing, and improved retention. CampusLogic annually hosts EmpowerED, a conference dedicated to providing student financial success professionals with access to industry trends, best practices, and networking opportunities with like-minded colleagues. For more information, visit campuslogic.com.  



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BOSTON (PRWEB) MARCH 04, 2020

RAIN Group, a global sales training company, announced today that it was presented with four Gold Stevie Awards in the 14th annual Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service last week in Las Vegas.

For achieving outstanding client results, the firm received top honors in the categories of Sales Training Program of the Year with SAGE Publishing and Business Development Achievement of the Year with Chatham Financial. The company also won Gold Stevie Awards for Sales Training Practice of the Year and Vice President, Bob Croston, was named Sales Training Professional of the Year.

"For the last 18 years, our firm has helped clients around the world unleash their sales potential," shared RAIN Group's President, Mike Schultz. "To win in these competitive categories is truly remarkable. Kudos to our entire global team for always being committed to the best client results and to our research division for providing the insights to develop industry-leading programs."

The firm was honored in the Sales Training Practice of the Year category for producing and delivering training that works, sticks, and transfers to the job. Offering a full suite of sales training programs across the sales cycle, all of RAIN Group's programs are research-based with insights from the Center for Sales Research and their learning system focuses on driving real behavior change and results.

Winning the Sales Training Program of the Year category, RAIN Group delivered 9 Habits of Extreme Productivity to SAGE Publishing's sales team after discovering its sellers were spending too much time on non-sales related activities and not enough time with customers. Following the program, including robust reinforcement, customer outreach increased by 31% and the publisher overcame successive years of decline to grow 20% year over year.

RAIN Group and Chatham Financial were recognized in the Business Development Achievement of the Year category for successfully building the financial advisory and technology company's business development skills and driving revenue growth. Trailing the RAIN Selling training, coaching, and reinforcement program, the average deal size increased over 180%, its sales cycle shortened from 150 to 81 days, and they experienced a sharp uptick in $500K opportunities.

With more than 25 years of experience, Croston locked up the Sales Training Professional of the Year award for his successful career as a sales consultant. The veteran leader tackles complex challenges for clients worldwide, including Toyota, Hitachi, Fidelity Investments, and Harvard Business School.

"RAIN Group continues to push the envelope to deliver transformational outcomes for clients and I'm honored to be part of such a talented team," said Croston.

In addition, RAIN Group and client Spry Roughley earned Bronze in the Business Development Achievement of the Year category for improving lead conversion rates by 87% and securing a record high number of new clients.

The Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service are the world's top honors for customer service, contact center, business development and sales professionals. The awards were presented to honorees during a gala banquet on February 28 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. More than 600 executives from the U.S. and several other nations attended.

More than 2,600 nominations from organizations in 48 nations of all sizes and in virtually every industry were evaluated in this year's competition. Winners were determined by the average scores of more than 180 professionals worldwide serving on seven specialized judging committees.

"Stevie Award winners from around the world should be very proud of their achievements. The judges were impressed with the vast range of nominations submitted for 2020 and have agreed that their accomplishments are worthy of public recognition," said Stevie Awards Executive Chairman, Michael Gallagher.

Details about the Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service and the list of Stevie winners in all categories are available at http://www.stevieawards.com/sales.

About RAIN Group
Founded in 2002, RAIN Group is a global sales training and performance improvement company that has helped hundreds of thousands of salespeople, managers, and professionals in more than 75 countries significantly increase their sales results. Headquartered in the greater Boston area, office locations include Bogotá, Geneva, Johannesburg, London, Mumbai, Seoul, Sydney, and Toronto. To learn more, visit http://www.raingroup.com.

About the Stevie Awards
Stevie Awards are conferred in eight programs: the Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, the German Stevie Awards, the Middle East Stevie Awards, The American Business Awards, The International Business Awards, the Stevie Awards for Great Employers, the Stevie Awards for Women in Business, and the Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service. Stevie Awards competitions receive more than 12,000 entries each year from organizations in more than 70 nations. Honoring organizations of all types and sizes and the people behind them, the Stevies recognize outstanding performances in the workplace worldwide. Learn more about the Stevie Awards at http://www.stevieawards.com.



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BOSTON (PRWEB) MARCH 04, 2020

VHS Learning, a nonprofit organization helping schools provide their students with robust online and blended learning, today announced that it has been granted accreditation by the Accrediting Commission for Schools, Western Association of Schools and Colleges (ACS WASC). ACS WASC provides accreditation to schools primarily in California, Hawaii, Guam, and internationally. VHS Learning also holds accreditation with Middles States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSA-CESS) and Cognia.

ACS WASC is one of six regional accrediting agencies in the United States and works closely with the Office of Overseas Schools under the U.S. Department of State. Accreditation is a mark of a high-quality program and is awarded to schools that meet the ACS WASC criteria and have a history and support system indicating future sustainability of the program.

VHS Learning was the first national program in the United States to provide supplemental online courses for high school students. The program connects teachers and students from around the world to expand learning opportunities. VHS Learning partners with all types of schools, helping to expand their programs of study and enabling students to explore possible college and career paths. Students choose from more than 220 unique online courses, including 24Advanced Placement (AP) options, core courses, engaging electives, credit recovery, and other learning opportunities.

To attain accreditation, VHS Learning participated in a self-study of its capacity, commitment, and competence to support high-quality student learning and ongoing school improvement. Accreditation is integral to a school's perpetual cycle of assessment, planning, implementation, and monitoring of student achievement. ACS WASC Accreditation encourages school improvement through a process of continual evaluation of rigorous criteria to support successful student learning and school-wide student goals.

"ACS WASC Accreditation, as well as our accreditation through MSA-CESS and Cognia, affirms our commitment to offering students the highest quality online learning experiences," said Carol Ribeiro, President & CEO of VHS Learning. "Our programs make it possible for students to explore academic options that might not otherwise be available to them. This accreditation helps underscore the value VHS Learning places on continuous improvement, and helps introduce our program to students in new geographic areas who may be searching for more course choices."

About VHS Learning
VHS Learning (VHS, Inc.) is a nonprofit organization with over 20 years of experience providing world-class online programs to students and schools everywhere. VHS Learning is accredited by Middle States Association Commission on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS), Accrediting Commission for Schools, Western Association of Schools and Colleges (ACS WASC), and Cognia (formerly AdvancED). Courses are approved for initial eligibility by NCAA. For more information, visit https://www.vhslearning.org/ or call 978-897-1900.

About ACS WASC

VHS Learning is a Supplementary Education Center/Program: Fully Accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Schools, Western Association of Schools and Colleges. For more information on ACS WASC contact: Accrediting Commission for Schools Western Association of Schools and Colleges 533 Airport Blvd., Suite 200 Burlingame, CA 94010 or visit http://www.acswasc.org.



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BOSTON (PRWEB) MARCH 04, 2020

ELO Digital Office USA, enabling businesses to improve collaboration and digitize information management, announced that it will preview the latest version of the ELO ECM Suite – version 20 at leading industry conferences this week: ChannelPro SMB Forum in Dallas (March 4-5; Hyatt Regency North Dallas, TX); and the Professional Insurance Agents (PIA) Convention – Booth #21 ( March 5-6; Foxwoods Resort, CT). General availability for the new ELO ECM Suite is scheduled for May 2020.

New Performance for a New Decade of ECM
Continually advancing to meet the evolving information management needs of all size businesses and industries worldwide, the ELO ECM Suite 20 reflects major enhancements in areas of usability, performance, and integration with third-party applications and systems. Key new features include:

redesigned user interface with new clients for greater ease of use;

increased server performance of up to 20% improves responsiveness (installation dependent);

optimized repository encryption and monitoring for heightened data security;

advanced system health check service that and quickly reports irregularities or errors; and

improved server-side replication making it easy for users in different locations to automatically exchange and synchronize data between repositories.

Creating a seamless information management experience is integral to version 20, which also features a new integrated desktop client that displays as a sidebar in the Windows interface providing all the benefits of an ECM system within the Microsoft environment and applications. And, with improvements made to the ELO Integration Client, the ELO ECM Suite now integrates with virtually all third-party systems and solutions based on iframe.

"We are thrilled to give the ChannelPro community and professional insurance agents attending PIA a preview of our new ELO ECM 20," said Szilvia Horvath, CEO of ELO Digital Office USA. "Our ECM solutions are continually adapting to real-life user requirements and ELO 20 demonstrates that commitment. Moreover, it strengthens capabilities for business growth and competitiveness while making life a lot easier for people by streamlining their business processes and information management."

Editorial Note: To schedule ELO USA briefings at ChannelPro Forum Dallas or the PIA Convention, email – pr-usa@elo.com.

About ELO Digital Office USA
ELO Digital Office USA provides innovative digital content management solutions for organizations of all sizes and industries throughout the United States. ELOoffice, ELOprofessional, and ELOenterprise give businesses an electronic and secure way to easily capture, archive, and manage business documents and information – both paper-based and digital. A subsidiary of ELO Digital Office GmbH (founded in 1998), ELO USA is headquartered in Boston, MA and is part of a network of global ELO offices throughout Asia, Australia, Europe, and North and South America. Visit ELO USA. Follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.

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NEW YORK (PRWEB) MARCH 04, 2020

Partnership with Children (PWC), New York City's leading provider of school-based integrated support services and community school programming, announced its affiliation with The Center for Arts Education (CAE), which provides research-based arts programming in schools and professional development for school leaders. The organizations have results-oriented and complementary programs that enhance children's social-emotional learning, communication, and critical thinking skills; increase parent engagement, and improve school environments and educational outcomes.

Together, the two organizations work with over 100 schools and reach over 30,000 students, with a broad range of federal, state and city contracts as well as private support. The new affiliation will enable the mission-aligned organizations to increase their collective footprint of New York City schools, reach more children, provide a broader array of programs, and make a deeper impact on the lives of students and their families across the five boroughs. The partnership will expand both organizations' delivery of programs to children in under-resourced schools across New York City.

Both nonprofits will retain their brands and identities, and Margaret Crotty, CEO of Partnership with Children, will lead both organizations. They will benefit from operational excellence and shared resources such as executive, administrative, financial, and HR functions.

"Partnership with Children is proud to collaborate with The Center for Arts Education as a thought leader in its field. Its foundational principal that the arts can reach young people in a unique way and can transform the culture of a school is very much aligned with PWC's efforts to build community schools and ensure that no child slips through the cracks," Crotty said. "Together, we will provide even deeper programming in schools, engage students and families, and partner with principals as a leading provider in the community school movement."

"We couldn't be more thrilled to announce our affiliation with Partnership with Children, a deeply respected nonprofit that has, for over a century, strengthened schools and enhanced students' emotional, social and cognitive skills," said Jill Braufman, Chair of the Board at CAE. "PWC's impressive executive leadership and financial and administrative management will allow CAE to grow as the leading provider of high-quality arts programming in schools, and to help more students reach their full potential."

Partnership with Children was founded in 1908 and has a long history of placing social workers and community school directors in schools to improve young people's social-emotional and cognitive skills, and to ensure that schools are safe and conducive to learning. Guided by neuroscience, PWC's staff are embedded fulltime in schools to provide consistent, trauma-informed care, oversee enrichment programming, and work with school staff and families. Its "whole child" programs increase attendance, promotion and graduation rates, and student achievement rates.

For over two decades, CAE has brought comprehensive and effective arts education and professional development to students, teachers and administrators in pre-K-12 schools across New York City. CAE will stay true to its brand, providing innovative programs that increase skills in arts disciplines and improve learning across multiple subject areas. CAE will remain committed to ensuring that all New York City public school students receive the quality arts instruction they deserve.

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KENILWORTH, N.J. (PRWEB) MARCH 05, 2020

Diversified, a leading global technology solutions provider, is changing the way that today's corporations establish and deploy global workplace collaboration standards with ViewPoint Plus. The solution is comprised of a specialized engineering team that supports clients in refining and developing enterprise AV standards along with a secure web portal solution that enables clients to quickly communicate standards across the organization and streamline deployment. Having launched ViewPoint, Diversified's exclusive portfolio of smart meeting room solutions, in June 2019, ViewPoint Plus delivers an enhanced experience that eliminates many of the common communications and logistical obstacles associated with conference room initiatives of global scale.

During an interview at ISE, James Lake, global audio visual architect for Siemens, commented, "When we asked Diversified to develop a customized Siemens' site, that really set us off on a different path. It allowed us to have a centralized portal where people could go from planning to budgeting to install in a very easy step."

Diversified's ViewPoint Plus takes the headache out of the global standards process. Serving as a single repository for all audio visual-related information, this secure web portal allows workplace support teams to efficiently develop technical meeting room standards, complete with pricing, diagrams and integration options, then communicate those standards and other vital information with key stakeholders by simply sharing a link.

"ViewPoint Plus is empowering our global clients to confidently deploy customized workplace collaboration standards enterprise-wide," says Tom Spearman, executive vice president, Diversified. "The customized portal experience essentially provides their team a 'click and deploy' digital portfolio of company-approved meeting room solutions and is improving the conference room experience for all employees, no matter which office in any area of the world they call home."

To learn more about implementing workplace collaboration standards in your organization, visit diversifiedus.com/viewpoint.

About Diversified
Diversified is a leading global technology solutions provider delivering a comprehensive suite of solutions connecting today's enterprises to the global marketplace. Our expansive team of industry experts partners with a diverse clientele, helping them achieve higher performance levels, enhance their operations, increase productivity and drive ROI. Learn more at http://www.diversifiedus.com.



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NOVI, MICH. (PRWEB) MARCH 18, 2020

Mastery Training Services has released a new online training course called, "Protecting Yourself Against COVID-19 and Other Contagious Illnesses." Individuals and employers can use this course for free through the end of May to learn how to help prevent the spread of contagious illnesses like COVID-19.

This video-based course starts by detailing the common types of contagious illnesses. The course teaches users how a person can be infected with the COVID-19 virus, what precautions to take to prevent becoming infected with any type of contagious virus, and what measures to take to reduce the risk of spreading any type of virus to others. Specific recommendations are given for caregivers to follow to avoid infection when caring for a sick person. This course concludes with a discussion of general pandemic preparedness and reinforces how to develop a pandemic plan for one's family.

This course is available free of charge through the end of May. Individuals can access the course here by clicking "Buy Now." There is no charge for the course and no need to enter any credit card information. Employers wishing to have their teams train on this can call us at 800-258-3837 to set up an employer account.

Pandemics often raise people's fear and anxiety. It is important to remember there are measures everyone can take to help protect their own health and wellness and the health and wellness of their families, co-workers and communities. Training courses, such as this one, help people deepen their understanding and change their behaviors, which in this case could save lives.

This online course can be completed on a computer or device connected to the internet. It is available for individuals to take on pay-per-view basis, by visiting mastery.com.

This course is also available in Mastery Training Services' library of over 1,500 online training courses. All of Mastery Training Services' VOD courses are published on the MasteryTCN courseware platform, which provides continuity in the learner experience from one course to the next. All courses on the platform play across all devices and browsers, giving users the ultimate flexibility for when and where they can access training assignments.

Mastery Training Services' library covers a variety of topics for organizations of all sizes, across industries. If you are looking to train your workforce, click here.

About Mastery Training Services

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NEW YORK (PRWEB) MARCH 18, 2020

KUDO, a Manhattan-based startup will be providing free access to nearly 20 universities so trainers and students can continue holding classes through the COVID-19 pandemic. KUDO's multilingual collaboration platform will allow the EMCI member schools to keep training the next generation of conference interpreters despite the containment measures.

The EMCI is a consortium of 16 universities offering high-level training in language interpretation. The Consortium was created by the European Commission two decades ago and has been sponsored by DG SCIC and the DG LINC (European Parliament) ever since. Thanks to this long-term partnership, the EMCI has become a point of reference for high quality conference interpreting globally.

There are approximately 150 students enrolled in EMCI courses across Europe, Turkey and Russia. Since the coronavirus pandemic, about seven or eight universities have banned onsite instruction. This means trainers now must deliver their language interpreting teaching remotely, which includes a few mock multilingual conferences every week.

"It's important for us to continue our training classes and deliver the courses", states Ms. Ildikó Horváth, EMCI's President and the head of the Department of Translation and Interpreting at ELTE University, Budapest, Hungary." I turned to KUDO over the weekend. In less than two hours, we had a full plan in place", she adds.

KUDO a language-as-a-service platform that provides web conferencing with live interpretation in any language. Their technology offers the interpreter a feature-rich interface through which they can work. They enjoy high-quality video and audio, document sharing, even language relay. "We're happy to support these 16 universities in their effort to usher into the market highly trained conference interpreters whose job is so crucial in our globalized world, says Fardad Zabetian, KUDO's founder and CEO, before adding: "Our team has been working round the clock to ensure business continuity for our clients and partners."

KUDO claims it can accommodate anything from scheduled business video calls to regional meetings to large online conferences in unlimited languages, for an unlimited number of participants.

Since the COVID-19 outbreak, the company has extended special offers to non-profits, educational institutions and international associations. In addition to the technology, KUDO makes available a roster of 2,000 trained conference interpreters and a network of partners on four continents. They are positioning themselves to support online meetings safely and professionally, no matter the language or the location of those in attendance.

About KUDO.
KUDO is a cloud-based collaboration platform that enables web meetings and live conferences with real-time multilateral language interpretation. KUDO supports more effective and inclusive meetings by allowing people and businesses to overcome communication barriers and speak their own language. Accessible from anywhere, on any device, KUDO redefines possibilities in global communication. KUDO, Inc. is a New-York based technology startup founded and managed by language and conferencing industry insiders looking to bring people together. More info at http://www.kudoway.com

About EMCI
The European Masters in Conference Interpreting is a consortium of partner Universities offering a Masters course in conference interpreting. EMCI schools offer degrees on an MA or post-MA level. The consortium was launched as a pilot project by the European Commission and the European Parliament in 1997 in preparation for the upcoming enlargement of the European Union. The member institutions pursue a common policy on student recruitment and assessment and are committed to quality maintenance and regular reviews of the program to adapt to changing needs and new developments



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WASHINGTON (PRWEB) MARCH 18, 2020

The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC) today announced that Stephen R. Akers will serve as the College's new President. Akers, Managing Director and Senior Fiduciary Counsel at Bessemer Trust in Dallas, Texas succeeds ACTEC Fellow John A. Terrill, II from West Conshohocken, Pennsylvania.

ACTEC is a national, nonprofit association of lawyers and law professors from throughout the United States and abroad. ACTEC Fellows have extensive experience in a range of practice areas including estate and trust planning; estate tax, gift tax and generation-skipping tax planning; fiduciary income tax planning; charitable planning; planning for owners of closely-held and family businesses; fiduciary litigation; and estate and trust administration.

Akers, who has served in various roles at the College for 33 years, was officially presented at ACTEC's "passing of the gavel" ceremony on Saturday, March 7, 2020 during its annual meeting in Boca Raton, Florida. As an officer of the College since 2016, he previously served on the Board of Regents, as Chair of the Business Planning Committee, as Chair of the Program Committee and as Editor of the ACTEC Law Journal. Additionally, Akers was an active member of the College's Audit Committee, Communications Committee, Estate and Gift Tax Committee, Financial Management Committee, Long-Range Planning Committee and Sponsorship Advisory Committee.

Akers is a member of the Advisory Committee to the University of Miami Philip E. Heckerling Institute on Estate Planning, where he is a frequent speaker, and previously served as Chair of the American Bar Association Section of Real Property, Trust and Estate Law and as Chair of the State Bar of Texas Real Estate, Probate & Trust Law Section. Akers has received the Distinguished Accredited Estate Planner Award from the National Association of Estate Planning Councils; the Distinguished Probate Lawyer Lifetime Achievement Award from the State Bar of Texas Real Estate, Probate and Trust Law Section; and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Dallas Bar Association Probate, Trusts and Estate Section.

"I am honored to have the privilege of leading ACTEC over the course of the next year," said Akers. "As President, I hope to support Fellows in maximizing their contributions to the College and to advance the effective administration of trust and estate law while championing the improvement and interpretation of laws affecting our communities throughout the nation."

During the Boca Raton Meeting, ACTEC's Board of Regents elected the following 2020-2021 officers, each of whom will serve on the Executive Committee and the Board of Regents:

President-Elect: Ann B. Burns (Minneapolis, Minnesota)

Vice President: Robert W. Goldman (Naples, Florida)

Treasurer: Kurt A. Sommer (Santa Fe, New Mexico)

Secretary: Susan D. Snyder (Chicago, Illinois)

About the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC): Established in 1949, The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC) is a national, nonprofit association of approximately 2,500 lawyers and law professors from throughout the United States and abroad. ACTEC members (Fellows) are peer-elected on the basis of professional reputation and expertise in the preparation of wills and trusts, estate planning, probate, trust administration and related practice areas. The College's mission includes the improvement and reform of probate, trust and tax laws and procedures and professional practice standards. ACTEC frequently offers technical comments with regard to legislation and regulations but does not take positions on matters of policy or political objectives.



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FORT WORTH TEXAS (PRWEB) MARCH 18, 2020

As a law firm that respects how hard its attorneys and staff work, both on the job and at home, Patterson Law Group, a personal injury law firm, is proud to announce its new business designation as a Best Place for Working Parents!. Patterson Law Group earned this business designation in recognition of the policies and practices it offers to employees, specifically working parents by taking the first-of-its-kind online business self-assessment that showcases the family friendliness of a business and how a company compares to other companies of similar size and industry in Fort Worth.

The Best Place for Working Parents designation officially launched in January 2020 and is available to qualifying businesses of all sizes and industries in Fort Worth, Texas. With under 200 employees, Patterson Law Group qualified for the Best Place for Working Parents small business designation.

"We're honored to be included as one of Fort Worth's Best Place for Working Parents businesses for the ways we work to support and promote parents," said Travis Patterson, Managing Partner. "I'm proud of the strides we have made to support working parents by offering maternity/paternity leave, nursing mother programs, flexible schedules, and remote work arrangements. In addition, during this challenging time with COVID-19, Patterson Law Group has offered subsidized babysitting to all its working parents. As a father and business owner, I know that by advancing these programs we're empowering all of our employees in pursuit of a more sustainable work-life balance that will ultimately impact our success as a company and as an economy during these difficult times."

Grace Ocanas, Litigation Paralegal, at Patterson Law Group, shared that one of the reasons she came to work for Patterson Law Group was the family values and career growth opportunities for growing families.

"One of my favorite pictures of my son was early on in my start at Patterson Law Group when he came to work with me as his pre-school was closed for the day. He sat at the table with Travis, other attorneys and staff during a team meeting. I felt pride not only as my choice in employer but as a working mom that fully acknowledges the "mom-guilt" with being apart from my kids to pursue a career," said Ocanas. "The support and accommodations Patterson Law Group provides, sometimes without even realizing it, has made me a happier mother. My kids certainly deserve that. Happy that my employer supports me as a mom."

Patterson Law Group understands that the benefit of a supportive workplace for parents extends to their colleagues, as well.

"As the fastest-growing large city in the nation with the 2nd highest percentage of families with children, The Best Place for Working Parents seeks to support businesses with key strategies that support working parents AND businesses' bottom line," said Cheraya Peña, Best Place for Kids and Working Parents Program Director. "We are thrilled to recognize the businesses that are leading the way to support working parents in Fort Worth and trust that by doing this we will ultimately build Fort Worth as the Best Place for Kids!."

To learn more about the Patterson Law Group, visit https://pattersonpersonalinjury.com/about-us/

To view the list of Fort Worth businesses that have earned the Best Place for Working Parents 2020 designation (more added each month), visit: https://bestplace4kids.com/2020-innovator-awards/

Methodology
The Best Place for Working Parents assessment highlights ONLY the family-friendly policies that also have research-proven benefits to businesses' bottom line. Each question in the self-assessment ties to policies that positively impact employee attraction, retention, satisfaction and productivity. To read more about the Best Place for Working Parents business self-assessment, click here: https://bestplace4kids.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/BP4K-Biz-Assess-Promo-Flyer_1.14.20.pdf

To read more about the top 10 policies and local case study examples, visit: https://bestplace4kids.com/policies/

About Patterson Law Group
Patterson Law Group is a leading personal injury law firm dedicated to helping injured victims throughout Texas. Our headquarters is located in Fort Worth, Texas, with additional locations in Arlington, Texas, and San Antonio, Texas. The attorneys at Patterson Law Group understand the physical, emotional, and financial drain an injury can cause. That's why we wake up every day with one goal — to get justice for those hurting



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FALLS CHURCH, VA. (PRWEB) MARCH 18, 2020

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BETHESDA, MD. (PRWEB) MARCH 18, 2020

Mytonomy, an enterprise SaaS company and film studio enabling healthcare's digital front door, announced today the availability of 16 new videos in English and Spanish to support patient-facing education around the novel Coronavirus (SARS2-CoV-19).

The company has been providing support to multiple health systems via the development of original content to support this rapidly evolving public health crisis. The 16 newly released videos follow CDC and WHO guidelines and cover important topics such as:

Why and how social distancing works and how to apply social distancing to your life

Rules for self-quarantine vs. self-isolation and how to carry it out effectively

What to do if you feel sick or think you have been exposed as well as how to use telehealth visits effectively

Reducing Coronavirus stress and bolstering your immune system during a crisis

Taking special precautions for those with underlying chronic health conditions or compromised immune systems

These videos can be accessed for free here: https://www.mytonomy.com/covid-19-patient-education-videos.html

This release follows on the heels of five videos released Monday, March 9th, 2020 which covered important informational topics such as:

Coronavirus: What is it and how to stay safe, recognizing symptoms, and how to talk with kids about Coronavirus.

"One of my favorite videos in this release is How Community Spread Happens Fast. It's a short animation of Justin, a millennial who brings a box of donuts to work at his tech office, and unknowingly infects his co-workers, some who are at high risk for severe complications," said Anjali Kataria, CEO, and Co-Founder. "After seeing our health system partners quickly adopt the first five videos, and after reading an article this weekend called Social Distancing: This is Not a Snow Day by Asaf Bitton, MD, MPH from Ariadne Labs, it made sense to galvanize our content team to create these additional videos."

"Hopefully, this new content will help reduce the strain on front-line health care workers and provide patients and their families with answers to important questions in this time of uncertainty. Coronavirus has forced us to think differently and do what we each can to help flatten the curve," said Kataria.

The videos are accessible through Mytonomy's Patient Experience Cloud as part of a care communication strategy to inform existing patients or monitor patients suspected of being infected.

Third parties can request the actual MP4 files for their social media use or delivery alongside their telehealth program by emailing Mytonomy at covid19@mytonomy.com.

About Mytonomy

Mytonomy has a singular mission: empower people to become confident and active participants in their health. Being diagnosed with a health condition and navigating the health system is stressful and confusing, driving people to piece things together through a web search, friends, and social media. Mytonomy's Patient Experience Cloud enables health systems to build trusted, loyal, online relationships using award-winning, microlearning video content delivered through an easy-to-use digital platform. With people spending an average of 30-40 minutes viewing Mytonomy's short-form video content, on any device, at any time, they learn how to care for themselves and take charge of their health achieving better outcomes. Providers save valuable time and generate better financial results across multiple patient encounters. Mytonomy is like a "Netflix for healthcare", enabling healthcare's digital front door. Learn more at http://www.mytonomy.com.



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BALTIMORE (PRWEB) MARCH 18, 2020

Due to the school closures in the US, districts are forced to adapt by taking studies and therapy online. Global Teletherapy services K-12 schools virtually with therapeutic services, such as speech-language, occupational, school counseling and mental health services. Because of our unique role in children's education, Global Teletherapy would like to support school systems by providing them the resources they need to move their special education related services online quickly, efficiently and professionally.

Global Teletherapy can get the US School Districts therapists online in a day by providing a platform, training, customer service and intense tech support. Experienced lead therapists, resource materials, assessments and premiere support are what sets Global Teletherapy apart and is part of The Global Difference in telepractice support. Please visit http://www.globalteletherapy.com/Train-Your-Therapists for more information.

Global Teletherapy, with its mission to help students regardless of location, is committed to helping students achieve their best selves. During this difficult time, free Support Sessions are available for the homebound students to navigate this crisis. Should you have any questions on our services, please email us at info@globalteletherapy.com. We wish you a safe and healthy day as you navigate through this turbulent time.

About Global Teletherapy:
Global Teletherapy provides live online therapeutic services through state-of-the-art video conferencing to schools across the country. This critical service connects students in K-12 schools with high-quality speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and mental health professionals. Because of their responsive communication, personal attention, and concern for detail that ensure the success of the student and school communities, Global Teletherapy has become a leader in the industry. For more information visit http://www.globalteletherapy.com.



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MONTREAL (PRWEB) MARCH 18, 2020

TelcoBridges today announced the immediate availability of its new on-line training series for the popular ProSBC session border controller software. These online courses present material featured from TelcoBridges' recent sold-out training events in Montreal and Fort Lauderdale and deliver the content to attendees in an online format that can be safely and conveniently consumed at home, or in a remote setting of the attendee's choice.    

Course material helps TelcoBridges' partners, system integrators and end-customers master SBC concepts and become experts on installing and configuring ProSBC. The courses also feature tips that help attendees leverage ProSBC's enhanced capabilities to more effectively monitor and troubleshoot their networks.

Online training options range from free to paid, and from self-paced to real-time trainer, including:
1. Free, self-paced pre-recorded video training (12 modules available on YouTube)
2. Paid 2-day online training with a live trainer (for $100/person)

Upon completion of the training, trainees will have an opportunity to take a brief online test to achieve their ProSBCTM TechTrainedTM certification, yielding a certificate and other benefits.

"The positive feedback we've received from our Montreal and Fort Lauderdale training courses has been resounding, and so many of our customers were looking forward to regional in-person training – so we've accelerated the delivery of our online training academy to make it available immediately to customers and partners around the globe," said Alan Percy, CMO at TelcoBridges. "We wish everyone health and safety during these unusual times, and we remain committed to doing everything we can to make it convenient for our customers to access the information and the training they need."

The self-paced pre-recorded free video training program is a 12-module library of training videos, recorded in Montreal during the fall of 2019. Available immediately, the videos can be found on the TelcoBridges' YouTube Channel at http://www.youtube.com/telcobridges.

Registration for the paid live online training can be found at: https://store.telcobridges.com/.

TelcoBridges' global support team is functioning at full scale. TelcoBridges' Global Director of Technical Support Luc Morissette adds, "As we have a globally distributed support team, we want our customers to know that we will be continuing to support our products and services throughout the COVID-19 pandemic."

Customers can continue to get regular support from TelcoBridges in the usual ways:

Via email, at support@telcobridges.com

Online at https://www.telcobridges.com/support

via chat at http://lc.chat/now/11079777/

About TelcoBridges FreeSBC and ProSBC:
TelcoBridges' FreeSBC and ProSBC are virtual session border controllers, protecting networks from attack while offering extensive SIP interoperability and routing features with outstanding session handling performance. Both products include a B2BUA, DoS & DDoS protection and advanced call routing features. FreeSBC can be used by end-users at no cost. ProSBC adds carrier-grade features including high-availability, encryption, and media manipulation capabilities with support and maintenance all for a $1/session/year subscription. Both FreeSBC and ProSBC operate on any combination of VMware, KVM/OpenStack, Amazon/AWS, Microsoft Azure and bare metal servers as well as a VNF on dedicated network devices. To date, more than 10 million sessions have been downloaded by thousands of customers in more than 100 countries around the globe.

About TelcoBridges:
TelcoBridges is a leader in the design and manufacture of carrier grade, high performance, and high-density SBCs and VoIP gateways. Based in Montreal with offices in Buffalo (USA), Vancouver (CAN), Poland, Turkey and Hong Kong, TelcoBridges has deployed VoIP solutions in more than 100 countries worldwide. TelcoBridges' brands include: FreeSBC, ProSBC, Tmedia (VoIP media gateways), Tsig (signaling gateways), Tdev (development platforms) and Tmonitor (real-time network monitoring equipment). For more information, visit prosbc.com, http://freesbc.com, or http://www.telcobridges.com.



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NEW YORK (PRWEB) MARCH 18, 2020

Communication Service for the Deaf, Inc. (CSD) announced today that Elise Nye, entrepreneur and social impact leader, has been named to CSD's Board of Directors. Nye begins her three-year term July 1, 2020. CSD is the world's largest deaf-led social impact organization.

Based in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Nye is a successful entrepreneur who led large-scale projects in healthcare administration for more than 20 years with Seattle-based Group Health Cooperative and Albuquerque-based Presbyterian Healthcare Services. Currently she is the owner of Santa Fe Weaving Gallery, an art-to-wear retail boutique featuring artisanal clothing and accessories for women.

"I am very pleased to welcome Elise to our Board of Directors," said Chris Soukup, CEO of CSD. "As a successful deaf woman business owner and someone with extensive leadership in the healthcare sector, Elise brings a plethora of knowledge and experiences that will be invaluable to the important work of our board and organization."

"I am honored and delighted to be part of a such a vibrant deaf organization that is ramping up to some exciting times ahead," said Nye. "It is a privilege to work with a board of esteemed and engaged individuals. Onward and upward!"

Ms. Nye has served on various boards, including the Abused Deaf Women Advocacy Services Board, where she helped move the organization through a very successful capital campaign to establish the nation's first housing for Deaf and DeafBlind women and children. She earned a master's degree in organizational leadership from Gonzaga University and a bachelor's degree in sociology from Gallaudet University. Nye lives in Santa Fe with her three boys where they enjoy the great outdoors, climbing calderas and the 283 days of sun throughout the year.

Nye joins eight CSD board members responsible for the overall strategic direction of the organization: Philip Bravin, Marwan Elrakabawy, Rogelio Fernandez, Jr., Bruce Hodek, Danny Lacey, Khadijat Rashid, Mark Seeger and Marilyn Jean Smith.



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WASHINGTON (PRWEB) MARCH 18, 2020

The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS), the nation's premiere collegiate honor society for first-and-second year college students, today announced the launch of its Emergency Scholar Assistance Program for displaced members who have had their academic schedule unexpectedly disrupted. NSCS members who have experienced financial, academic and/or housing hardships are invited to apply for a one-time stipend of $125.

"Every day schools are going remote, suspending classes or even shutting down for the remainder of the term, which is causing unplanned disruptions to our students' lives. The cumulative impact alone is heartbreaking, such as non-refundable spring breaks being cancelled, students unable to earn money through on-campus work study, local internships being cut short, and the unknowns around whether or not graduations will take place for our seniors," said Scott Mobley, executive director of NSCS. "It is therefore our hope that this nominal financial stipend will alleviate some of the pressure that our students and their families are currently feeling."

The Emergency Scholar Assistance Program takes less than five minutes to apply for and is quantitatively scored based on a student's need and current hardship.

"This is only the beginning of what NSCS will offer over the coming days as we aim to make our students' need the highest priority," noted Mobley.

For more information, visit http://www.nscs.org.




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MUNICH (PRWEB) MARCH 18, 2020

ISC-CX, a global leader in customer engagement and measurement, has reacted to the Covid-19 crisis by launching a new digital tool for organizations called Healthy-Pass. The app provides an easy way for companies and public institutions of all types (universities, trade show venues, airports, stores, restaurants, etc.) to easily communicate with those entering their premises about Covid-19 risk factors that could affect others on the same premises.

How does it work? Upon entering a place of business or school, everyone fills out a short, 4-5 question screening survey on their own phones. The survey is easily accessed by a QR code near the entryway. The confidential information provided, which is a risk evaluation, is instantly sent to a designated employee in the organization. If someone reports on the survey that they are symptomatic of Covid-19 or have been in risk areas, the person can be gently approached instead of proceeding into the premises.

Healthy-Pass is a quick and easy solution for all stakeholders--businesses, schools, individuals and the public at large. The app can be deployed within 12 - 24 hours of contacting ISC-CX to keep premises open and safe. For individuals, the app prevents close contact and maintains privacy/discretion. Individuals are more comfortable responding to risk questions silently on their own phone rather than being verbally screened.

Knowing that all people in an area (customers, employees and visitors) filled out the Healthy-Pass makes people feel more at ease with those around them, but it also ensures that business carries on as normal as possible.

"We put all our resources into developing this timely tool and already tested it with customers. Feedback has been very positive. We created a possibility not only to contain the spread of Covd-19 but also to alleviate the damage it has had or could have to business," said Reinhold Auer, Managing Director of ISC-CX.

ISC-CX is providing Healthy-Pass free to universities and schools. It is currently available in 4 languages – English, Spanish, French and German.

Learn more at https://www.healthy-pass.com/en/

Editor's Note: To arrange an interview, contact Debra Sito at d.sito@isc-cx.com or 1 917 749 6704

About ISC-CX: ISC-CX is the CX agency that the world's business and non-profit leaders come to when they need to elevate customer experience and engagement. Using its own proprietary technology, the company develops and runs customized CX measurement and insights programs for global retail, finance and education organizations. These programs translate to improved KPIs and revenue. Founded in 1996, ISC-CX has operations in 120 countries, and its deep expertise and client roster cross every industry and economic sector. For more company information or to download the most comprehensive Global CX benchmark report available worldwide visit http://www.isc-cx.com or https://www.linkedin.com/company/isc-cx



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SAN RAFAEL, CALIF. (PRWEB) MARCH 18, 2020

John Browning, Head Men's Coach and Director of the Nike Tennis Camp at Emory University, and Paul Settles, Head Men's Coach and Director of the Nike Tennis Camp at Claremont Mckenna, battled for the biggest award in Division III tennis.

Coach Settles is in his 16th season as Head Coach, and 14th season as Head Director of the Nike Tennis Camp. During his tenure, Settles has established CMS as one of the elite programs in Division III tennis, reaching five NCAA tittle matches in the past seven years. Prior to reaching the championship in 2019, Coach Settles led the Stags to their first National Title in 34 years in 2015. Now posting a 421-86 record, Settles continues to shine as one of NCAA's best collegiate coaches.

Coach Browning is nothing short of efficient when it comes to playoffs, leading his team to the NCAA quarterfinals each of his 20 seasons at Emory University. Before 2019, Coach Browning raised the National title four times for Emory, including a victory over Claremont-Mudd-Scrips in 2017. Additionally, Browning is only the 4th person in NCAA history, for any division, to win a national team championship as coach and player – Coach for Emory University and player for UC Santa Cruz.

"It's great to see our directors dominating with their respective teams," says Matt Kurlander, VP of Nike Tennis Camps. "Obviously, we want all our directors to win, so seeing Coach Browning and Coach Settles in the championship is incredible (as well as four of our other camps and directors in the playoffs – Amherst, MIT, Goucher and Kalamazoo)."

At the championship, the Emory Eagles once again rose above the CMS Stags in a thrilling 5-3 victory for the NCAA Division III Indoor Title. To claim the championship, Emory was able to get it done in the final stretch with a 2-6, 6-2, 7-6 (7-1) win.

The Nike Tennis Camp at Emory University and the Nike Tennis Camp at Claremont Mckenna will run Day and Overnight programs for girls and boys over Summer 2020.

Parents and Campers interested in these programs can visit Nike Tennis Camps or call l 1-800-645-3226.

About US Sports Camps

US Sports Camps (USSC), headquartered in San Rafael, California, is the world'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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WASHINGTON (PRWEB) MARCH 19, 2020

Legal publisher Fastcase and partner HB Litigation Conferences today announced a journal partnership to provide firms with expert insights into emerging litigation. The new Journal of Emerging Litigation will be led by Managing Director and Founder of HB Litigation Conferences Tom Hagy, who was the former Publisher and Managing Editor of LexisNexis Mealey's Litigation Reports. The Journal will be published by Full Court Press, the imprint of Fastcase.

"With many new areas of emerging litigation, from vaping and the emerging health crisis to privacy breaches to the in city invasion of e-scooters or the malodorous air pollution of hemp farms, our Docket Alarm service is in a unique position to track the filing data. We wanted to use this data to focus on new types of lawsuits and the experts who are leading the charge, before litigation completely unfolds. To do so, we have tapped a strong journalist and leader who can make sense of these new types of lawsuits and pick the best of the best to cover. Tom Hagy was the first and best choice for us," noted Steve Errick, COO of Fastcase.

Publishing its first issue this summer, the journal's focus will parallel Hagy's career-long concentration on emerging areas of litigation, supported with the valuable filing data from Docket Alarm. He added, "Emerging Litigation has always been driven by word-of-mouth until the first few verdicts come in and then the race is on. When Law Street Media Editor-in-Chief David Nayer told me Juul lawsuits were averaging four filings a month in April 2019, and 240 a month in October, it underscored the predictive value of early activity among litigators. Working with the Law Street Media and Docket Alarm teams as they count and track emerging litigation at the filing level grants us a fantastic ability to jump ahead and cover litigation as it unfolds – now that's emerging litigation data!"

"I am excited to work with an innovative, growing company like Fastcase," Hagy said. "I have a passion for emerging areas of litigation and working with top lawyers from around the country to cover these cases, evaluate them, and share valuable insights with professionals in the legal and business communities."

Law Street Media Editor-in-Chief David Nayer envisions the journal as a continuation of Fastcase's legal news service and a must-have resource for firms embracing emerging litigation. "As exciting as it is to cover breaking litigation daily, we wanted to expand our capabilities by connecting the Law Street Media data pipeline with Full Court Press, transforming breaking news into practice and deeper analysis."

"Our motto for Law Street is: Legal News Leads to Business," Nayer said. "One sure way to drive business to a law firm is to know about emerging litigation first. With our Emerging Litigation Journal – our subscribers can be among the first to see litigation trends and how leading litigators are developing their legal analysis. This all supports growing a firm's book of business. It's the roadmap for rainmakers in small and large firms alike."

Law Street Media's Emerging Litigation Law Journal will be the third periodical produced by the expanding Fastcase imprint Full Court Press, the publishing arm of Fastcase. Like Full Court Press's first two journals, RAIL: The Journal of Robotics, Artificial Intelligence & Law and AILA's Immigration Law Journal, the new Journal of Emerging Litigation will be available in several mediums: print, eBook, PDF, and within the Fastcase legal research application as part of an enhanced Law Street Media subscription.

As part of the launch, Hagy will form an Editorial Board of advisors with respective industry litigation expertise, and work closely with the Docket Alarm and Law Street Media team to cover the most urgent new litigation trends of 2020 and beyond.

About Fastcase
Fastcase is a leading legal publisher that democratizes the law, making it more accessible to more people. Fastcase is a comprehensive research suite of primary law, treatises, legal blogs, analytics, workflow tools, and legal news. Founded in 1999, the service has more than 900,000 subscribers from around the world. Fastcase is an American company based in Washington, D.C. For more information, follow Fastcase on Twitter at @Fastcase or visit fastcase.com.

About HB Litigation Conferences
Tom Hagy founded HB Litigation Conferences LLC in 2008 to produce CLE conferences and webinars on dynamic areas of litigation within mass torts, class actions, insurance, and privacy law. To fill the need for white-label legal and business content, Hagy also founded Custom Legal Content LLC to serve a limited number of carefully selected clients. Hagy is former Managing Editor and Publisher of Mealey's Litigation Reports (now part of LexisNexis) where he expanded a portfolio of litigation news and commentary reports on emerging areas, as well as a parallel conference operation. He is a former Vice President of Content at LexisNexis, where he led or participated in the development of rich content collections relating to jury verdicts and settlements; briefs, pleadings and motions; and expert witnesses.



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CHINO HILLS, CALIF. (PRWEB) MARCH 19, 2020

LegalConnect, a premium legal technology company, today announced its partnership with the Continuing Education of the Bar ("CEB"), California's leading law publisher and continuing legal education provider, to serve as the company's integrated eFiling solution for California eFiling courts. This partnership enables CEB's customers to seamlessly launch and manage eFilings directly from CEB's Judicial Council Forms product, Essential Forms, using LegalConnect's eFiling application programming interface ("API"). With the software integration already complete, CEB customers will now be able to use Essential Forms to eFile directly with Los Angeles Superior Court, with more court integrations via LegalConnect to come in 2020 and beyond.

"CEB was founded to help California attorneys succeed in the practice of law by providing them with the information and tools most relevant to their area of practice, and we believe this combination of Essential Forms with LegalConnect's eFiling integration to California courts offers attorneys an extremely powerful productivity tool," said Nell Petri, Director, Business Portfolio of CEB. "We are finding new ways to integrate our content with software and solutions that can save attorneys valuable time and allow them to focus on serving their clients."

"At LegalConnect, we are focused on how we can maximize law firms' business outcomes such as increasing operational efficiency, improving cost control and helping them better serve their clients," said Jeff Ellis, EVP of Sales and Business Development at LegalConnect. "Moreover, we're always looking for opportunities to fulfill our vision of connecting the legal community for seamless electronic document, information and payment exchange. The LegalConnect-CEB partnership helps us to achieve these objectives and further solidify ourselves in the burgeoning legal technology ecosystem. LegalConnect is currently integrated with courts in 21 California counties including Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Orange County, so we're excited to offer CEB's Essential Forms clients access to California's rapidly expanding court eFiling landscape via LegalConnect's API."

About LegalConnect

LegalConnect is a premium legal technology company that automates the processing of legal documents for law firms. Headquartered in Chino Hills, California, the company is a leading certified eFiling Service Provider to courts in 21 California counties, with more on the way, and has more than 16,000 legal professionals and 14,000 law firms using its platform. Combining deep industry expertise, innovative technology, and a robust channel partner network, LegalConnect is transforming the way the legal community exchanges electronic documents, information, and payments, to streamline how law firms manage work, and for the effective and expeditious administration of justice. Learn more at https://legalconnect.com

About Continuing Education of the Bar

Continuing Education of the Bar is the premier source of California legal research, guidance, and continuing education for all California lawyers, from solo practitioners to AmLAW 100 firms. Its print and digital resources, including OnLaw, are renowned for their authoritative content and feature expert step-by-step guidance from experienced California lawyers and judges. CEB was founded in 1947, as a program of the University of California and is the state's first CLE provider. Find more information about how CEB makes legal research as efficient and accurate as possible, visit http://www.ceb.com



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PUERTO VALLARTA, MEXICO (PRWEB) MARCH 19, 2020

A new survey by online magazine Expats In Mexico shows that just over 75 percent of expats say they feel safe living in Mexico. One-third strongly agree. Only 13 percent disagree or strongly disagree.

"The objective of our survey this year was to find out how the over 1.2 million expats currently living in Mexico feel about their own personal safety," said Expats In Mexico co-founder Robert Nelson. "We know through numerous studies and government statistics that Mexico's personal security issues are top-of-mind with both expats living in Mexico and the millions of visitors who come to the country each year. This study reveals that the day-to-day experience of expats differs greatly from the media headlines.

Nearly two-thirds of those surveyed say they have not been a victim of crime in Mexico. Of those who have, robbery was by far the most reported, about 37 percent. Fraud was a distant second with just over 6 percent saying they had been duped by someone.

Expats say the most unsafe place is an ATM machine location, followed by city streets. As for which public agency they depend upon to keep them safe, municipal police and the federal police rank highest. Mexico's newly-created national guard ranks just 5th.

The survey also finds four distinct reasons why expats feel their hometown in Mexico is safer than most Mexican cities: Size of community, tourist versus non-tourist areas, cities with large expat populations and cities with the absence of cartel activity.

One expat sums up a common response: "I believe my current Mexican City to be as safe a city as I have lived in, in my adult life, including the U.S. I have lived in roughly eight cities in Mexico for at least two months up to three years during the last 40 years, and, taking into account changes in the country during that time and my age changing, I have adjusted to the current conditions in each of those places and have never felt in danger in any of them."

The on-line study was conducted in January and February, 2020. The 431 expat respondents were widely dispersed throughout Mexico. Somewhat more males participated than females and nearly 80 percent of respondents were over the age of 55.

Expats In Mexico – The Expat Guide to Living in Mexico – is an online magazine designed for both expats currently living in Mexico and aspiring expats who are considering moving to Mexico.



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SPRINGFIELD, MASS. (PRWEB) MARCH 19, 2020

The flash survey, conducted this week by Quatromoney & TuitionFit, two companies focused on college cost transparency, also found that 12.6% are considering deferring their acceptance for a year so that they can attend their first choice.

"Yes" respondents were provided eight options to describe why they were rethinking their choice and encouraged to select all that applied, the top reasons selected were:

32.9% want to be closer to home

28.8% don't want to lose tuition money

21.9% afraid of getting the coronavirus at a particular college on my original list

"No" respondents had six options, and the top reasons selected by students and families who are not rethinking their college choice were:

58.3% believe the probability of getting sick is the same no matter where they go

56.4% believe the coronavirus will be contained by the fall of 2020

29.4% think everyone is overreacting right now

Geographic variances appear to parallel the latest concentration of confirmed COVID-19 cases. Families located in the West (30.6%) and Northeast (29.5%) are more inclined to choose another college based on the outbreak than families in the South (21.1%) and Midwest (23.0%). In addition, families in urban communities (30.0%) are most likely to be "rethinking" their college choice than suburban (24.0%) or rural families (23.5%).

Patrick Kandianis, CEO of Quatromoney offered that, "the impact on admissions will be hard to measure from this smaller data set, but, as an indicator, it could lead to imbalances in many ways. Some colleges may see an unexpected increase in acceptances, while others may see declines from both deferral and a change in choice."

At this time, a full 46.0% of "rethinkers" said that they would not add other colleges to their list for additional applications and only 8.2% would add an online university as an option. Before the families heard about the coronavirus outbreak, 84.2% of families were planning to move away to attend a residential college or university and 14.4% planned to commute to a local college or university. Some respondents comments in this section of the survey included "most classes will be online by the fall of 2020" "going to community college, they already offer a lot of online classes if needed" and "classes will be online if it is still bad".

Mark Salisbury, CEO of TuitionFit added, "Despite the coronavirus outbreak and the market volatility, students and families are feeling the impending pressure of the college choices they have to make, and the increasing unknowns are compelling many to put the college experience they idealized within a broader context that includes family, their longer term life goals, and increased concerns about return on investment after college."

About Quatromoney
Quatromoney is a financial technology company developing consumer facing platforms that make the purchase of higher education easier and more informed. Our planning platform, launched in 2019, enables consumers and their advisors to better plan for the significant costs of a four-year degree by providing transparency on pricing and financing costs unique to each student and their family upfront. Learn more at http://www.quatromoney.com or follow us on Twitter @quatromoney.

About TuitionFit
TuitionFit gives students and families the power to create real college price transparency and find their best financial fit themselves by sharing financial aid offers, protecting personal information, and organizing real-time college price data so that anyone can find out what other students just like them are being offered at any time in the college search process. Join the movement to make college prices completely transparent at http://www.tuitionfit.org and follow us on Twitter @TuitionFit_ or LinkedIn at http://www.linkedin.com/company/tuitionfit.



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LAFAYETTE, COLO. (PRWEB) MARCH 19, 2020

Today, KPA released a free COVID-19 Coronavirus Resources Center for employers needing information to help keep their workforce healthy and safe. The Resource Center includes five safety training courses, several webinars, checklists, and the latest updates from KPA's team of experts in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) and Human Resources.

"KPA is committed to helping organizations keep their workforce healthy during the Coronavirus pandemic," said Chris Fanning, President and CEO of KPA. "It's KPA's responsibility to pool our resources and do our part to keep employees and the communities where they work and live healthy and safe."

Information Found on the COVID-19 Coronavirus Resource Center

With over 30 years of EHS experience, KPA has tapped their experts to develop the following materials for employers:

Five training courses that cover COVID-19 Coronavirus Awareness, Housekeeping, Basic First Aid Awareness, Health and Wellness, Hazard Communication

Webinars about Best Practices in Remote Work Programs and How to Manage Coronavirus (COVID-19) Anxiety and Safety At Work (run on several dates)

A COVID-19 Resource Pack that includes a Coronavirus Workplace Prevention and Hygiene Training Packet and two checklists about facility and personal hygiene and preparedness

The five courses are already available to KPA customers that use Vera Suite and the Risk Management Center. As society continues to navigate the Coronavirus pandemic, KPA will continue to update the Resource Center with information and valuable resources.

As a leading software, consulting services, and training provider for Environment, Health, and Safety and Workforce Compliance solutions, KPA specializes in creating safer work environments for employees. KPA's training programs help employers meet federal, state, and local requirements with interactive courses that capture learners' attention and test their understanding of required concepts. In addition to award winning training, KPA offers a comprehensive suite of workplace and workforce management software and services that allow clients to automate manual compliance processes, improve their safety culture, and reduce their total cost of risk.

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About KPA
KPA provides Environment, Health & Safety (EHS), and Workforce Compliance software and services for mid-sized businesses. KPA solutions help clients identify, remedy, and prevent workplace safety and compliance problems across their entire enterprise. The combination of KPA's Vera Suite software platform, EHS consulting services, and award-winning training content helps organizations minimize risk so they can focus on what's important—their core business. For over 30 years, KPA has helped 10,000 + clients achieve regulatory compliance, protect assets, and retain top talent. For more information, go to http://www.kpa.io or call 866.356.1735.



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BOULDER, COLO. (PRWEB) MARCH 19, 2020

The National Education Policy Center and the Education Deans for Justice and Equity (EDJE) today jointly released a Policy Statement on the "Science of Reading."

For the past few years, a wave of media has reignited the unproductive Reading Wars, which frame early-literacy teaching as a battle between opposing camps. This coverage speaks of an established "science of reading" as the appropriate focus of teacher education programs and as the necessary approach for early-reading instruction. Unfortunately, this media coverage has distorted the research evidence on the teaching of reading, with the result that policymakers are now promoting and implementing policy based on misinformation.

The truth is that there is no settled science of reading. The research on reading and teaching reading is abundant, but it is diverse and always in a state of change. Accordingly, the joint statement highlights the importance of "professionally prepared teachers with expertise in supporting all students with the most beneficial reading instruction, balancing systematic skills instruction with authentic texts and activities."

This key idea of a "balanced literacy" approach stresses the importance of phonics, authentic reading, and teachers who can teach reading using a full toolbox of instructional approaches and understandings. It is strongly supported in the scholarly community and is grounded in a large research base.

The statement includes guiding principles for what any federal or state legislation should and should not do. At the very least, federal and state legislation should not continue to do the same things over and over while expecting different outcomes. The disheartening era of NCLB provides an important lesson and overarching guiding principle: Education legislation should address guiding concepts while avoiding prescriptions that will tie the hands of professional educators.

All students deserve equitable access to high-quality literacy and reading instruction and opportunities in their schools. This will only be accomplished when policymakers pay heed to an overall body of high-quality research evidence and then make available the resources as well as the teaching/learning conditions necessary for schools to provide our children with the needed supports and opportunities to learn.

The Policy Statement on the "Science of Reading" can be found on the NEPC website at:
http://nepc.colorado.edu/publication/fyi-reading-wars

The National Education Policy Center (NEPC), a university research center housed at the University of Colorado Boulder School of Education, produces and disseminates high-quality, peer-reviewed research to inform education policy discussions. Visit us at: https://nepc.colorado.edu



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