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DANVILLE, CALIF. (PRWEB) NOVEMBER 26, 2019
Five Star Professional and The Diamond Group Wealth Advisors, are pleased to announce Marilyn Suey has been chosen as a Five Star Wealth Manager for 2019. This is their highest award for Wealth Managers and is based on ten criteria including credentials, education, regulatory and complaint history, number of client households served and other criteria. The list was published in the November issue of Diablo Magazine.
"The Diamond Group Wealth Advisors team and I are honored to be named among such a prominent list of well-respected wealth managers," said Marilyn Suey. "It is our purpose and passion to support our clients to design their ideal lifestyles on their journey to reach financial independence. Our clients have come to expect long-term relationships based on excellence in service and the highest levels of trust, as they make informed decisions about their money so that it's working harder for them."
The Five Star Wealth Manager award program is the largest and most widely published award program in the financial services industry. The award is based on a rigorous, multifaceted research methodology, which incorporates input from peers and firm leaders along with client retention rates, industry experience, and a thorough regulatory history review.
"We congratulate Marilyn Suey and her team at The Diamond Group Wealth Advisors for being named a Five Star Wealth Manager," said Daxs Stadjuhar, Managing Partner and CCO for The Financial Services Network. "We look forward to our continued success working together in support of our clients and our community."
About the research process: 
Now entering its 15th year, Five Star Professional conducts in-depth, market-specific research in more than 45 markets across the United States and Canada to identify premium service professionals. 
Wealth manager award candidates are identified through firm nominations, peer nominations and industry qualifications, and then evaluated on 10 objective eligibility and evaluation criteria including; client retention rates, client assets administered, firm review and a favorable regulatory and compliant history.
Self-nominations are not accepted and wealth managers do not pay a fee to be considered or awarded. The award is not indicative of the wealth manager's future investment performance. For detailed information on the Five Star Wealth Manager research methodology, visit http://www.fivestarprofessional.com.
The Financial Services Network 
When you look at your financial advisor and their local office, what you don't see are the myriads of people and organizations that they have partnered with in order to provide you with the personalized financial advice that you are seeking. Behind the scenes, your advisor has aligned with a broker-dealer, a branch office, investment companies, technology firms, insurance agencies, research teams, and a wealth of other professionals in order to ensure that they have the support needed to help you plan for your financial future.
One of those key relationships is The Financial Services Network (The Network). The Network was founded over three decades ago with a singular purpose of supporting independent financial advisors. The Network's diverse team includes a highly experienced group of business, investment and compliance professionals serving the needs of a select group of financial advisors who share a common bond of excellence and desire to elevate their practices. The Network's mission is to bring experience, expertise, and passion into partnerships so that advisors can focus on helping clients navigate their path to achieving financial security. The Diamond Group Wealth Advisors has been a partner office of The Financial Services Network since 2016.
The Diamond Group Wealth Advisors 
The Diamond Group Wealth Advisors is an independent wealth management firm that empowers its clients to design and define their ideal lifestyles starting today, for tomorrow and for life. We follow a disciplined planning process that enables our clients to build their customized Prosperity Blueprint that guides them as they travel on their path toward financial independence. Our clients understand that their wealth is more than their money. Working with us, using our Prosperity Blue Print process, we help guide our clients to take care of their families, and the people and causes they care about deeply. http://www.diamondgroupwealthadvisors.com
Marilyn Suey is a registered representative with, and securities offered through LPL Financial, Member FINRA/SIPC. Investment advice offered through Strategic Wealth Advisors Group, LLC, a registered investment advisor. Strategic Wealth Advisors Group, LLC. and The Diamond Group Wealth Advisors are separate entities from LPL Financial. CA Insurance License #0E01981.
The LPL Financial Registered Representative associated with this website may discuss and/or transact securities business only with residents of the following states: California, Colorado, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Virginia, and Nevada. For information on how we can become registered in your state, please contact our office.

We congratulate Marilyn Suey and her team at The Diamond Group Wealth Advisors for being named a Five Star Wealth Manager," said Daxs Stadjuhar, Managing Partner and CCO, for The Financial Services Network.




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MailPix, the photo-printing, canvas and gifting site, announced the most-popular photo gifts for the 2019 holiday season

HUNTINGTON BEACH, CALIF. (PRWEB) NOVEMBER 26, 2019
MailPix, the photo-printing, canvas and gifting site, announced the most-popular photo gifts for the 2019 holiday season: 

Photo ornaments make great gifts. Choose from a variety of photo layouts, shapes and materials to fit in with any distinctive style and add text to further personalize the holiday ornament creation.

Photo calendars are great gifts to share. Personalized calendars show off your best photos year-round, and you can add custom dates and birthdays to never miss a moment. MailPix photo calendars come in a wide range of offerings, including wall calendars, wire-bound calendars and more.

Home photo decor products add a unique flair to living rooms, bedrooms, home offices or family rooms. No matter the occasion, the MailPix collection of personalized photo gifts are an affordable and stylish way to showcase a family's brightest memories.

Photo magnets are now available in two sizes, a 2x3" wallet or 4x6". They are perfect to put on your refrigerator, in a locker or even to give as gifts to family and friends.

Photo panels are ready for hanging without any framing required. Photo panels have a glossy surface and reproduce images with a crisp color and clarity making it a great addition to your home or office. Photo panels come in sizes 11x14, 12x12, 16x20 and 20x24 and have a beveled edge and are a solid 5/8″ thick with a glass-like scratch resistant surface.

"MailPix has thousands of gifts ideas for the holidays," says Fred H. Lerner, founder and CEO, MailPix. "MailPix photo gifts bring something new for your holiday every year."
ABOUT MAILPIX.COM
MailPix.com is the pre-eminent site for printing photos instantly at thousands of retailers from phone app or PC and also offers convenient mail-to-home. MailPix preserves photo memories as photo books, canvas, prints, cards, enlargements and other photo gift products. The service is seamlessly integrated to print photos from any phone, device or computer. MailPix offices are located in Huntington Beach, Calif.
Fred H. Lerner is the founder and CEO of MailPix, his latest startup. He previously founded Ritz Interactive, which included RitzCamera.com, WolfCamera.com and others.  Fred also founded two imaging companies which were acquired by Kodak and became the CEO of Kodak Processing Labs. He is a United Nations' Hall of Fame recipient from the International Photographic Council and Past President of the Photo Marketing Association International. 
Peter Tahmin, co-founder and COO of MailPix, was the former vice president at Ritz Camera & Image and co-founder, senior vice president and COO of the Ritz Interactive e-commerce network, which included RitzCamera.com, WolfCamera.com, BoatersWorld.com and others. He brings more than 25 years of e-commerce experience and a lifetime of imaging industry experience to MailPix.

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"MailPix photo gifts bring something new for your holiday every year." - Fred H. Lerner, founder and CEO.



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For Thanksgiving, he wanted to perform a good deed and deliver a few frozen turkeys to needy families in his church. 17 years later, with a little help from Service Champions, Speer's good deed is feeding 500 families across Orange County.

BREA, CALIF. (PRWEB) NOVEMBER 27, 2019
In 2002, HVAC technician Frank Speer had an idea. For Thanksgiving, he wanted to perform a good deed and deliver a few frozen turkeys to needy families in his church. 17 years later, Speer's good deed is feeding 500 families across Orange County.
Speer's turkey drive has humble beginnings. As a long-term employee of HVAC and plumbing company, Service Champions, Speer is encouraged to participate in "Good Deeds for Free." Oftentimes, these good deeds are small—taking in trash cans or changing a lightbulb—but he decided to take it the next level.
Through his work in the church, Speer saw families in need and wanted to reach people beyond his community; that's why he started Share the Light, a nonprofit organization focused on good deeds. The organization was created to help Orange County community members in need. Every year, Share the Light partners with Service Champions to distribute Thanksgiving dinners for families, veterans, and others seeking help.
"I've been blessed in so many ways in my life; I just wanted to find a way to give back," said Speer. "That first year I think we passed out 3 or 4 turkeys; then when I told my friends and co-workers how rewarding it was, they asked if they help out, too. It just snowballed from there."
Share the Light is completely donation based. This year, Speer and his dedicated team are buying and distributing food with funds donated from Service Champions employees and various grants. On Tuesday, November 26, Service Champions employees gathered at their warehouse to assemble the food into meal kits and delivered them across Orange County.
"People will have food this year because of what we've done to help the community, "says Speer. "That's a big deal, and a huge blessing we're able to that continually."
Now, it's an annual Service Champions tradition to assist Share the Light in any way possible. From technicians donating their time and service to employees giving what donations they can, this partnership is incredibly meaningful to the Service Champions family.
"When you're knocking on someone's door Thanksgiving eve and they start crying because they got a turkey dinner when they weren't going to have one with their family, that changes you for the rest of your life," reflects Speer.
Service Champions is Southern California's best residential plumbing, heating & air conditioning company. We service, repair, and install all kinds and brands of heaters and air conditioners along with drain cleaning. We serve Orange County, Los Angeles County, Riverside County, and San Bernardino County. Please contact Katey Becker at 714-453-1219 for additional information about the company or Project Turkey.

"When you're knocking on someone's door Thanksgiving eve and they start crying because they got a turkey dinner when they weren't going to have one with their family, that changes you for the rest of your life."




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For 3 days, the Corcoran Chamber of Commerce will transform downtown Corcoran into a winter wonderland filled with over a dozen exciting events, including an ice skating rink, a snow sledding hill, live reindeer, Santa Claus and so much more!

CORCORAN, CALIF. (PRWEB) NOVEMBER 27, 2019
The City of Corcoran, affectionately known as the Farming Capital of California, is celebrating its 100th downtown Christmas tree and the Corcoran Chamber of Commerce has planned a 3-day winter wonderland event in honor of this heartwarming tradition.
Each year the tree brings a tremendous amount of joy to Corcoran residents, but mostly to the children. The first Thursday of every December, the Corcoran Chamber plans an annual Christmas parade just prior to the downtown tree lighting. As the community gathers around the tree, those in attendance can feel the crowd's emotion as the tree is lit. Afterwards the children eagerly gather to meet Santa Claus, take a photo and receive their candy bag.
This year, for an entire weekend following the lighting, the area surrounding the tree will be transformed into a "winter wonderland" complete with an ice skating rink, snow sledding hill, live reindeer, story time with Mrs. Claus, chestnut roasting, cookie decorating, children's craft stations, live nativity scene, an exclusive children only store, visits with Santa Claus, vintage photo ops, evening horse and carriage rides, face painting, specialty vendors, children's snow play area, visits with Mickey and Minnie Mouse, breakfast with Santa on Saturday morning and so much more.
Lisa Shaw, Executive Director of the Corcoran Chamber of Commerce says, "100 years ago our town Christmas tree was a gift to the children. Every year neighbors gather for the lighting of the tree and you can literally hear a gasp from the crowd. The Christmas Tree Committee promises a spectacular tree once again. These events have been made possible by donations from local business owners, volunteer organizations and community members wanting to continue giving to local families."
The Corcoran Christmas parade will start Thursday, December 5th at 6 p.m. and the tree lighting ceremony will immediately follow. On Friday, December 6th all activities will be open from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, December 7th the Corcoran Kiwanis Club will host breakfast with Santa from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. and all activities will be open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday, December 8th will close out the weekend with all activities open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Ice skating and snow sledding will cost $1 each and the pancake breakfast will cost $2. All other events will be free, and the entire valley is welcome to attend.
The History of the Tree
In 1905 Corcoran, CA was comprised of a blacksmith shop, a small store and a few scattered homes. Mr. Hobart Johnstone Whitley, a developer who had established many cities in the state, visited and saw great promise in the natural resources of the area. He quickly purchased 32,000 acres of land and began to lay out a community. Over the next 15 years, people moved to Corcoran from Georgia, Arkansas, Oklahoma and Mexico and agriculture became, and still is, its leading industry.
By 1920 Corcoran had a solid population and its residents decided that the hardworking people of the town deserved a Christmas tree. They gathered local support and erected a tree in the intersection of Whitley and Chittenden Avenues. In addition, they vowed that every child would receive a present from Santa. Santa's gift was a bag with hard candy and an orange, all donated by local businesses and growers.
The group, comprised of Corcoran Volunteer Firemen, employees of the San Joaquin Power & Light Company, Veterans of Foreign Wars and a team of volunteers, went to the mountains to find a suitable tree. There were no chain saws. Trees were cut with cross-cut saws requiring a person pushing and pulling on each end to provide the power. Once cut, the tree was lowered gently and carried to a trailer. Eventually chain saws and hoist equipment became available and the manual efforts became some-what less arduous. The advent of better equipment also allowed the group to obtain larger trees.
In the early 1990's the management and planning of the downtown tree was transferred from the VFW to an association simply named the Corcoran Christmas Tree Committee. Membership in this group was open to all citizens and several VFW members continued with the newly formed committee.
Tree treks are now one-day events and are open to entire families to attend. The group sponsors a hotdog and hamburger barbeque for those who participate in the journey up the mountain and the project continues to be funded by community participation.
Today the tree is about 65 feet tall and weighs roughly 7,000 pounds. It is 80-feet from the bottom of the tree stand to the top of the flag. The Corcoran Christmas tree is decorated with over 2,000 LED lights in nets hand-made by committee members. The tree is topped by the American flag in honor of our veterans and our country.
The Christmas Tree Committee continues to provide a candy bag to any child that comes to see Santa. Proudly, the small town of Corcoran holds the record for having a lit Christmas tree, each year, in the same location.

The downtown Christmas tree continues to be a gift to the children of our community.



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Continental Mitsubishi encourages Illinois drivers to trade-in now to save money.

COUNTRYSIDE, ILL. (PRWEB) NOVEMBER 27, 2019
Continental Mitsubishi, a dealership serving Chicago and the surrounding area, is encouraging Illinois drivers planning to trade-in their vehicle to do so before next year. On January 1st, 2020, the state is implementing a sales tax on all vehicle trade-ins. Until then, trade-in values remain tax free.
The current sales tax rate in Illinois is 6.25%, but many regions add their own sales tax on top of that. For example, total tax in Chicago is 10.25%. Throughout the state, the average sales tax stands at 8.74%. Unlike the Illinois gas tax, the tax on trade-ins cannot be avoided by crossing state borders. It also applies to out-of-state purchases.
To demonstrate the cost of the new tax, the dealership uses the example of an individual who trades in their vehicle valued at $20,000 to get a new car valued at $35,000. Previously, the buyer would only be taxed on the remaining price after the trade-in; in this case, $15,000. Using Illinois average sales tax, the cost would come out to $1,311.
However, under the new law, the buyer would be taxed for everything over $10,000. Thus, they would end up paying taxes on $25,000, resulting in a sales tax of $2,185. That's $874 more.
The implementation of the tax on trade-ins is expected to cost Illinois residents $60 million per year. The money is earmarked towards vertical infrastructure, which likely means the constructing and renovating of state buildings.
Taking the above information into account, Continental Mitsubishi encourages drivers to begin the trade-in process as soon as possible. Beginning early will give shoppers time to peruse available vehicles and prices and find the right fit for them.
Those interested in trading in their vehicle with Continental Mitsubishi are encouraged to head to the dealership website at http://www.continentalmitsubishi.com. Individuals may also make a phone call to 708-669-0701. The final option is to head to the dealership location itself at 5901 S. La Grange Road, Countryside.

On January 1st, 2020, the state is implementing a sales tax [on all trade-ins]. Until then, trade-in values remain tax free.



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Coulterville Rehabilitation & Health Care Center recognized for outstanding quality measures, staff satisfaction survey and CMS 5-Star rating

SPRINGFIELD, ILL. (PRWEB) NOVEMBER 27, 2019
The Illinois Health Care Association (IHCA) recently announced Coulterville Rehabilitation & Health Care Center in Coulterville, Illinois, as the winner of the 2019 IHCA Excellence Award for Long Term Care Centers. The award was presented during the Opening General Session at the association's 69th Annual Convention & Expo in Springfield this fall.
The IHCA Excellence Award for Long Term Care Centers was created to draw attention to the quality of care being provided in the long term care centers each day. Winners are judged on a variety of criteria, including quality measures, 5-Star ratings and resident and staff satisfaction survey information.
"This award highlights the outstanding care offered in our centers across the state," stated IHCA Executive Director Matthew Hartman. "It takes into consideration the procedures and practices put in place by facilities to ensure their residents are receiving quality care around the clock."
Coulterville Rehabilitation & Health Care Center has been providing excellent service in long term care for more than 14 years. The 75-bed skilled nursing center provides various services and amenities for residents, including physical, occupational and speech therapies, advanced wound care, pain management, balance training, respite care and more.
Coulterville carries a CMS 5-star quality rating, the highest rating from the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services for quality care and customer service. In addition, Coulterville has received both the Bronze and Silver National Quality Awards from the American Health Care Association (AHCA) and the National Center for Assisted Living (NCAL), the leading association for long term and post-acute care. The AHCA/NCAL award recognized Coulterville for its dedication and commitment to quality of care for seniors and persons with disabilities.
"The community's repeated recognition – the IHCA award, CMS 5-star rating and AHCA/NCAL quality awards – from multiple organizations demonstrate the high level of care Coulterville Rehabilitation & Health Care Center provides to its residents and their families every day," said Randy Bloom, Ph.D., chief operating officer of Tutera Senior Living & Health Care, which owns the Coulterville facility and is one of the nation's premier providers of diversified, post-acute senior health care services.
By crafting detailed processes that keep quality care and resident satisfaction at the forefront, Coulterville Rehabilitation & Health Care Center has been able to garner fantastic results. In addition, Tutera's "YOUNITE" philosophy challenges its communities across the country to ask, listen, create and implement innovative ways to respond to individual preferences.
"We are proud of Coulterville's unwavering dedication to residents," said Joe Tutera, chief executive officer of Tutera Senior Living & Health Care. "The community's embodiment of Tutera's values through 'YOUNITE' is illustrated in their passion and commitment to meeting the needs of residents and their families in ways that are personally meaningful to them."
"It is a great honor to receive this award," said Whitney Oberlink, administrator at Coulterville Rehabilitation & Health Care Center. "We have an amazing team that works diligently to provide exceptional care to our residents."
About Tutera Senior Living & Health Care 
Tutera Senior Living & Health Care is a locally owned, diversified post-acute senior health care provider operating 70 senior living communities in nine states throughout the United States. As one of the nation's premier senior care providers, Tutera Senior Living & Health Care offers its residents independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, post-surgery rehabilitation, memory care, home health and hospice care. In 1983, Dominic F. Tutera, M.D., founded Tutera to provide compassionate patient care with the uncompromising values of integrity, accountability and commitment. Tutera Senior Living & Health Care still embodies those values today. Tutera is committed to making a positive difference in the lives of its residents and their families through senior living and health care experts who inspire and promote individuality and personal happiness. For more information, visit http://www.tutera.com.
About the Illinois Health Care Association 
The IHCA is a non-profit organization comprised of more than 530 licensed and certified long term care facilities and programs throughout the state. Its members represent skilled, intermediate, developmentally disabled, skilled pediatric, assisted living and sheltered levels of care. IHCA seeks to promote the highest standard of services in facilities and programs for the elderly and people who are physically and mentally challenged. Please visit http://www.ihca.com for more information.

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The Illinois Health Care Association (IHCA) recently announced Coulterville Rehabilitation & Health Care Center as the winner of the 2019 IHCA Excellence Award for Long Term Care Centers.

The community's repeated recognition – the IHCA award, CMS 5-star rating and AHCA/NCAL quality awards – from multiple organizations demonstrate the high level of care Coulterville Rehabilitation & Health Care Center provides to its residents and their families every day.



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WICKENBURG, ARIZ. (PRWEB) NOVEMBER 27, 2019
Home sales continue to be very robust at Wickenburg Ranch, and they are excited to announce the celebration of their 500th net sale last month, with the sale of Homesite 266 to Jim and Sue. Jim is a native Texan, and Sue grew up in the Phoenix area. They have been together for 33 years and are excited to start their next chapter at Wickenburg Ranch away from the Scottsdale traffic. They are most looking forward to meeting their new neighbors and enjoying the great outdoors, as Jim enjoys fly fishing and golf.
From the beginning of the planning and development stage, Wickenburg Ranch has offered homebuyers a unique and robust offering of amenities. Complementing their unique community offerings, Wickenburg Ranch answered the increased desire from buyers by releasing brand new homesites this month. New Homesites will be available in both the Silverado neighborhood by Shea Homes and in the Lonestar neighborhood by Dorn Homes. Each of these homesites provide prime access to Li'l Wick and The Watering Hole, two of their Members' favorite amenities, as well as easy access to their new Lake Park coming in December 2019. This month's release contains many high demand, interior homesites, which provide you with the best value available. These homesites won't last long!
Wickenburg Ranch also announced that beginning later this month, they will be offering select floorplans from two new builders, Shea Homes and Dorn Homes in the Outlaw neighborhood. This is in addition to the existing semi-custom offering from CS Edmunds Homes. The Outlaw neighborhood features their largest homesites available and with new, smaller floorplans from all 3 of their Outlaw builders. Residents will be able to enjoy the great outdoors to the fullest on these expansive homesites. Wickenburg Ranch has also redesigned and upgraded the Outlaw neighborhood entrance to welcome you home like never before.
About Wickenburg Ranch: 
Wickenburg Ranch is a resort lifestyle community in Arizona. Built on the western traditions of its namesake, Wickenburg Ranch offers those looking for Wickenburg, AZ new homes the opportunity to enjoy a lifestyle that is unlike any other in Arizona. A top notch resort feel and amenities invite residents to step outside and share in the expansive mountain and golf course views. Whether they choose tennis, golf, hiking or fine dining, Wickenburg Ranch is designed for one thing—to exceed every expectation.
For more information visit http://www.WickenburgRanch.com or visit their newly renovated onsite Discovery Center. Follow Wickenburg Ranch on Facebook and Twitter.




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The Design Network launches free premium home design channel on Samsung TV Plus

JAMESTOWN, N.C. (PRWEB) NOVEMBER 27, 2019
The Design Network and Samsung TV Plus partner to serve up a new home design channel that celebrates living a better life at home, just in time for the holidays. The Design Network is now available on Samsung TV Plus, channel 1357.
"The Design Network is the fastest growing streaming network all about home," explains Jason Harris, founder of The Design Network. "We are thrilled to partner with home entertainment giant, Samsung as we break into the linear space, and offer our audience a 24-hour-a-day viewing experience."
Samsung TV Plus is Samsung's free ad-supported Smart TV video service, delivering free TV, no strings attached with instant access to news, sports, entertainment, and more. Pre-installed on all 2016-2019 Samsung Smart TVs, millions of users already use Samsung TV Plus, making it one of the top apps on the Samsung Smart TV platform. Users can instantly watch TV for free with just an internet connection — no download, additional devices, or credit card needed. For more information on Samsung TV Plus and Samsung Smart TVs, visit https://www.samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS00061521/
The Design Network channel on Samsung TV Plus will feature original home design content giving access to the latest home fashions and design trends and the stories that bring it all home. Entertaining series include home reveals, home improvement ideas, and tips and tricks from design pros like Genevieve Gorder, Amy Matthews and Meg Caswell.
"The Samsung TV Plus audience is in for a big treat" says Katlyn Wilson, president of The Design Network. "This is a network built by – and for – people who believe passionately in the quality and importance of life at home."
With the channel launch, TDN is gearing up to roll out a slate of new shows. Cheeky talk show 'Couched' with host Carson Kressley is greenlit to air this fall. Carson gets candid with Thom Filicia, Kelli Ellis and more design A-listers swapping snappy dialogue and exclusive insight on the world of home design.
"I love to talk and I LOVE design!" says Carson Kressley. "On 'Couched' I get to chat up all of my design crushes and laugh and learn along with people watching at home. I can't wait!"
Other series in production include 'Design Rescue', a look at what happens when families are in renovation overload, 'Buying Back Home', behind the scenes of the transition from city life to establishing roots, 'Commissioned', which reveals the lives and work of America's most renowned artists, and 'Celebrity House Sitting', where celebrity stylist, Leah Taylor housesits for some of her biggest celebrity friends giving an exclusive peek into the way they live.
About TDN 
The network is free for viewers and is streaming on http://www.thedesignnetwork.com, Apple TV, Roku, Fire TV, Android TV, Chromecast, YouTube, Facebook Watch, Samsung TV Plus, the Roku Channel, and native iOS and Android apps. It's home...revealed!




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Safe Harbor LLP, a professional San Francisco tax preparation service for high-income individuals, has announced an alert in light of recent court decisions. A cap on federal tax deductions can impact the upcoming tax season.

SAN FRANCISCO (PRWEB) NOVEMBER 27, 2019
Safe Harbor LLP, San Francisco's leading accounting firm for high income Bay Area taxpayers at http://www.safeharborcpa.com/, is proud to announce an alert to the public regarding preparations for the upcoming tax season. New state and local tax (SALT) guidelines could affect deductions an individual expects to write off on a federal tax return. A district court has dismissed a lawsuit filed by four states' against the federal government, ruling that the $10,000 state and local taxes federal deduction cap is not unconstitutionally coercive.
"Throughout the year, wealthy Bay Area residents plan what to deduct on their tax returns and spend with that idea in mind. Due to new tax reform legislation, the rules have changed," explained Chun Wong, Managing Partner at Safe Harbor LLP. "Some states may be fighting the new rules in court, but right now, we have to plan for how things are at the moment. The community must understand this. We are ready to help and make sure they get the best returns possible based on this year's tax guidelines."
Bay Area residents and business owners can review the new alert on Safe Harbor's page at http://www.safeharborcpa.com/san-francisco-tax-preparation-cpa-salt-cap-not-unconstitutionally-coercive/. The San Francisco CPA firm focused on tax preparation services for affluent individuals posted an informational piece about the new state and local taxes (SALT) cap guidelines. Sweeping tax reform legislation in 2017 passed a $10,000 cap on deductions for state and federal income tax. A current district court dismissed a lawsuit to challenge the SALT cap. The ruling can affect high-income residents this tax season. Bay Area locals can learn more about individual tax return preparation at http://www.safeharborcpa.com/individual-income-tax/. In all cases the best course of action is to reach out to a trained accountant in San Francisco for a one-on-one tax consultation; no two individuals are alike and only a detailed, evidence-based consultation can be the foundation of a tax strategy in light of SALT restrictions.
SAN FRANCISCO'S TOP CPA'S RELEASE CAP ALERT PRIOR TO YEAR-END TAX PREPARATION SERVICES FOR INDIVIDUALS
Here is the background on this release. The current presidential administration has not wasted time on implementing tax reform legislation. The goal to rein in deductions has impacted wealthy individuals throughout the United States. Current state and local taxes (SALT) cap guidelines could negatively affect San Francisco residents. Bay Area CPA's managing tax preparation services for individuals of high net worth are sharing the information before the end of the current tax season.
For these reasons, Safe Harbor is announcing an alert for the Bay Area. The San Francisco CPA team is ready to implement strategies in 2019 to help manage tax preparation services for individuals in a higher income bracket. A plan to stay within deduction boundaries can help Bay Area residents avoid triggering a tax audit.
ABOUT SAFE HARBOR LLP – A PROFESSIONAL CPA FIRM IN SAN FRANCISCO
Safe Harbor LLP is a CPA firm that specializes in accounting and tax services for individuals and businesses throughout the San Francisco Bay Area and greater California. Safe Harbor CPAs help both individuals and businesses with tax preparation, IRS audit defense, and audited financial statements. The firm prides itself on friendly yet professional service and utilizes state-of-the-art Internet technology to provide quality customer service.
Safe Harbor CPA 
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This year online volunteers have been quickly snapping up the letters from kids asking Santa for "a warm coat," "new shoes," and a favorite toy. More letters from low-income families need to be mailed soon to Santa's new address! Parents who are worried their children won't have gifts on Christmas can go to BeAnElf.org to get tips for writing letters to Santa that will move volunteers to action. The charity also provides the public with an excellent guide to the new online USPS program, and offers a step-by step plan for companies to organize employees who wish to volunteer. BeAnElf.org is a Christmas charity which supports the USPS program every year.

LOS ANGELES (PRWEB) NOVEMBER 27, 2019
The U.S. Postal Service has just launched a new website putting letters to Santa from needy kids online and making them available to the public to adopt.
But not enough letters from low income families are coming in this year.
"The letters asking Santa for a warm coat, new shoes, and a favorite toy can be read online this year, and volunteers have been quickly snapping them up. Demand is huge, and more letters from low-income families need to be mailed to Santa's new address ASAP," says Patrick Reynolds, who runs http://www.beanelf.org, a nonprofit that supports the USPS program. Kids and families may write to Santa at 123 Elf Road, North Pole 88888, and should mail their letters by December 14th.
Reynolds says, "We think it's okay for children to know there are volunteers out there who want to help Santa by sending a few extra gifts to kids whose parents don't have much. Of course, after scanning and posting children's letters on the USPS website, postal staff always send every letter on to Santa so kids will get his gifts, too."
Be An Elf is a tax-exempt charity which supports USPS Operation Santa by annually recruiting hundreds of new volunteers; by encouraging media to cover the story; and by providing those seeking assistance with tips for effective letter writing. Be An Elf is not affiliated with the USPS, but offers an excellent guide to volunteers and to those seeking assistance. The tax-exempt non-profit charity gets a major in-kind grant from Google for free advertising, which they use to promote the USPS program.
Parents who are worried there won't be enough gifts for their children this year will find great tips at BeAnElf.org/writing-to-Santa. Volunteers who want to learn more should start with the home page at BeAnElf.org and learn How to be an Elf.
In recent years the traditional walk-in program has been available in less than two dozen cities, but this year the letters may be adopted online from anywhere, and gifts can be mailed from 19,000 postal branches, thanks to a new USPS website, USPSoperationsanta.com.
To protect children's privacy, USPS staff redact last names and addresses from their letters. A coded address label is printed out with each letter. Gifts must be mailed by December 20th, in time for delivery by Christmas.
"Some Operation Santa volunteers feel alone and sad over the holidays, and find comfort and inspiration volunteering for this program," says BeAnElf.org's Patrick Reynolds. "By adopting a letter, they catch the true spirit of the holidays. They know they'll put a smile on the face of a needy child on Christmas morning."
Reynolds is a grandson of tobacco company founder RJ Reynolds, but became a smoke-free advocate after his father, RJ Reynolds, Jr., died from smoking. Patrick received the Lifetime Achievement award in 2015 from President Obama for his work against Big Tobacco; his bio is at Tobaccofree.org/bio/.
BeAnElf.org is an invaluable resource for first-time volunteers and helps parents and kids seeking extra gifts for the holidays write effective letters to Santa.
Sample tips: 

BeAnElf.org suggests smart gifts, like backpacks, school supplies, new (not used) clothes, books, and a small gift for the mothers, whom the site says are sometimes feeling sad over the holidays.

Get the word out to low income families with kids, and let them know they can write to Santa's volunteers for extra gifts. Put up flyers to spread the word. Post them in local churches, on community bulletin boards, in markets in low-income neighborhoods, in orphanages, youth detention homes, Child Protective Services offices, a local foster care office, and even prisons. Always talk to staff first to tell them about the flyer, and ask permission to post it up. Write this at the top, so no one pulls the flyer down: Take a photo of this flyer as a reminder. Here's how to get extra gifts for your kids from Santa's volunteer elves!    

Volunteers should pay attention to the letters from families and parents of children too little to write. They often list their children's clothing and shoe sizes, and that's a sign they truly need help for the holidays.

Organize a team and share the cost and the fun. Give a holiday party at which friends, co-workers and neighbors are invited to bring gifts for kids and wrap them over Christmas cheer.

Be An Elf has just published a new Plan for Companies for employees who are interested in volunteering.

It may be possible to adopt multiple letters, and simply mail gift cards from Target or Costco, and let the Moms do the shopping for their families.

The US Postal Service has not missed a year since first offering the children's letters in 1912. Learn more at BeAnElf.org. The new USPS website where the public may adopt letters online is USPSoperationSanta.com

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This little girl wrote to Santa, and her gifts were delivered directly to her.

Some Operation Santa volunteers feel alone and sad over the holidays, and find comfort and inspiration volunteering for this program. By adopting a letter, they catch the true spirit of the holidays and know they'll put a smile on the face of a needy child on Christmas morning.





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In today's digital world, businesses must maximize their online presence through an effective search engine optimization (SEO) strategy. The professional team of interactive web solutions professionals at Gray Element has been helping small, and large businesses grow their online presence for years, winning awards and recognition along the way.

LOS ANGELES (PRWEB) NOVEMBER 27, 2019
In today's digital world, it's imperative for companies, both large and small, to have a booming online presence. No one understands that more than the interactive web solutions company Gray Element. For years, Gray Element has been helping its clients grow their online business through effective search engine optimization strategy and traffic building. Gray Element Founder and CEO, Asal Mehraban, notes that it's not just about having a great website anymore to grow your business, it's about having an authentic presence and quality content.
"Every company must have a website these days, but what they do with that website is what's most important," said Mehraban. "That's where Gray Element comes in—we work with companies to develop quality, targeted web, and social content that will drive traffic back to their website and get them the customers they want. In turn, we're helping customers find a solution to their needs as well."
For more than a decade, Gray Element has been one of the most trusted agencies for effective search engine optimization and traffic building. While Gray Element has continued to expand the services that they provide to their clients, SEO has been their bread and butter. Comprising a highly talented team of writers, designers, coders, and marketers, Gray Element helps companies across a wide range of industries achieve results-oriented keyword rankings. Gray Element can help businesses not only increase traffic and improve sales but attract the clientele they seek.
What is SEO? 
Gray Element understands that the term SEO still lies in a gray area in the digital marketing world. However, Mehraban stresses that SEO is a critical component of any business. A successful SEO strategy will increase a company's organic website traffic and revenue. However, Mehraban notes that there is a right way to do SEO and a wrong way to do SEO—that's why companies hire agencies such as Gray Element. For new businesses, SEO can often be intimidating, and this is where Gray Element has found their niche. The experts at Gray Element help their clients work through their SEO process stress-free and with ease.
How Does SEO Work? 
There are several mechanisms that Gray Element utilizes, and recommends to their clients, for bringing organic traffic back to their website. Some of these tactics include: 

Content marketing

Sourcing and using relevant keywords that relate to your business

Fresh website content

On-page SEO, such as title tags and meta descriptions

Off-page SEO, including trust from search engines and linkbacks

Because they're passionate about helping businesses grow their presence online, Gray Elementworks with their clients to develop targeted SEO strategies that will help them build significant results. If you're a small business or large company, or if you're starting and would like some help with developing an effective SEO strategy, visit http://www.grayelement.com.
Gray Element Is Offering Free Consultations To New Customers 
If you're a new business looking to optimize your website to drive more revenue and traffic, contact Gray Element today. Their team of skilled copywriters, developers, and marketers can help you turn your site into a valuable marketing tool for your business. Visit http://www.grayelement.com for a free consultation.

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For taxpayers who may owe back taxes, Platinum Tax Defenders is offering up its tax resolution services ahead of the 2020 tax season. Rather than dealing with the Internal Revenue Service to resolve back taxes, Platinum Tax Defenders recommends seeking the help of a tax resolution services company.

LOS ANGELES (PRWEB) NOVEMBER 27, 2019
As the 2020 tax season draws near, Platinum Tax Defenders is reminding taxpayers that they offer tax resolution services for individuals and businesses in need. If you owe federal and state income taxes and are afraid of dealing with the IRS, Platinum provides tax resolution service for individuals and companies in need. Platinum Tax Defenders' team of enrolled agents, certified public accountants, and tax attorneys offer tax resolution services to those in need of settling back taxes with the IRS.
"It can be an incredibly daunting process to take on the IRS on your own," said Sherri Gastelum, CEO of Platinum Tax Defenders. "Even for those individuals and businesses who may know a thing or two about how to file taxes, getting out of tax debt can seem like a never-ending process. At Platinum Tax Defenders, we offer tax resolution services to get you out of tax debt for good. If you feel like you have no way out of your tax debt, please give us a call."
Platinum Tax Defenders' tax resolution services company helps individuals and businesses lower their tax debt, lift tax liens, stop wage garnishments, and much more.
The tax resolution services team at Platinum Tax Defenders offers the following advice and tips when dealing with back tax debt:
Platinum Tax Defenders advises that the number one thing not to do when dealing with the IRS is to ignore them. The longer you wait to reply to their letters and calls, the worse your tax situation will be. Understand what options you have when attempting to seek tax resolution services. In many cases, Platinum Tax Defenders has successfully helped taxpayers pay much less than what they owe through IRS programs such as Offer in Compromise and Installment Agreements. A tax resolution services company can help you understand your options and choose the right tax relief program for you.
The next best thing to do when you're looking to settle back taxes is to seek the help of a tax resolution specialist. Tax relief experts can help you deal with the IRS when you're attempting to resolve your back taxes. A tax relief specialist can decide what your chances of success in an IRS tax relief program will be.
Platinum Tax Defenders is currently offering free consultations to those looking for tax resolution services to help settle their back taxes. For more information, visit http://www.platinumtaxdefenders.com.
About Platinum Tax Defenders 
With more than eight years in the business of tax resolution, Platinum Tax Defenders has helped many individuals and business owners settle their back taxes for much less than they owe. The experts at Platinum Tax Defenders include enrolled agents, certified public accountants, and tax attorneys. All of the professionals at Platinum Tax Defenders have the experience to help you get out of tax debt. If you are currently struggling in debt with the IRS and seek to break free and settle your back taxes, visit http://www.platinumtaxdefenders.com or call 866-866-8053.




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WAYNESBORO, PA. (PRWEB) NOVEMBER 27, 2019
Franklin County Visitors Bureau invites the public to enjoy an old-fashioned Christmas on the Farm at Renfrew Museum & Park in Waynesboro PA on December 6, 7 and 8. This year's Christmas on the Farm includes access to the Museum House, summer kitchen, smoke house, cabinet shop, and pottery shop. Each building offers historic period interpreters sharing holiday traditions from Yuletides past. Enjoy cookies and cider, live entertainment, family photo opportunities, and a chance to make Christmas crafts.
Event hours will be December 6 from 5:30 to 8:30 pm, December 7 from 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm and December 8 from 1 pm to 5 pm. Admission is: $12 for adults, $10 for seniors, $6 for ages 7-17 and children 6 and under are free. Members of Renfrew Museum and Park Members are admitted free.
Museum House tours begin every fifteen minutes and include a chance to view interactive, historic vignettes that explain the progression of Christmas through the years. Decorations in the Museum House represent simpler times. On Friday evening and Saturday, guests will be treated to live music performed by Bill and Joyce Weaver in the dining room.
Local Boy Scouts of Waynesboro Troop 97 will offer a greens lot; volunteer readers will read Christmas stories near the warming circle between the Visitors Center and Museum House; and historic tradespeople will share their skills including blacksmithing, wool spinning, chair caning and more.    
Luminaries will provide soft light as guests walk around the grounds and access buildings to enjoy the sights, sounds and wonders of Christmas on the Farm. Crackling cresset baskets will be positioned in front of the Museum House helping to provide additional light for guests walking around the property.
Refreshments will be served in the beautifully decorated Visitors Center. The Wagon Shed room will offer crafts. Guests may make a picture frame, a fragrant orange pomander, or a Victorian scrap ornament. Take a break from the festivities to shop special gift items available in the Renfrew gift shop--including commemorative ornaments, holiday décor, pottery, jewelry and more.    
Additional information can be found by calling 717-762-4723 or visiting: http://www.renfrewmuseum.org
The Franklin County Visitors Bureau invites all to explore Franklin County PA and enjoy the history, arts, recreation, natural beauty, fresh foods and warm hospitality of communities like Chambersburg, Greencastle, Mercersburg, Shippensburg, and Waynesboro. Franklin County PA is located just north of the Mason Dixon Line and is an easy drive from Washington DC, Philadelphia, and Pittsburgh. Discover more. Plan your visit at ExploreFranklinCountyPA.com, by contacting 866.646.8060, or by visiting the Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Center on the square in Chambersburg.




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Homeowners and drivers should take precautions to protect themselves, loved ones and property this holiday weekend

LOS ANGELES (PRWEB) NOVEMBER 27, 2019
Thanksgiving is a time family comes together to share a feast and their gratitude. However, for those who are playing host or traveling to be with loved ones, there are several items to check off the list to ensure the holiday goes off without a hitch. Mercury Insurance (NYSE:MCY) experts want to help policyholders enjoy a safe and happy Thanksgiving at home and on the road.
According to the National Fire Protection Association, unattended cooking is the leading contributing factor in cooking fires and fire deaths.
"Thanksgiving should be focused on family, food and making memories – not recovering from a disaster," said Christopher O'Rourke, Mercury Insurance's vice president of property claims. "It's important for homeowners to pay attention to details like not leaving the stove unattended and, if they're burning candles, keeping them away from anything flammable, and out of reach of children and pets. Taking a few simple steps to prevent holiday mishaps can make a world of difference for you and your loved ones."
Here are five tips O'Rourke recommends to help ensure the dinner conversation is the only thing ablaze in your home:
1.    Don't leave kitchen appliances unattended while in use. Reduce fire risks by keeping a watchful eye on the stovetop and oven to prevent food from burning or boiling over and potentially igniting a flame. 
2.    Use caution when burning candles. Flameless candles are a safe, decorative alternative to wick-burning candles. Not only do they reduce fire danger, but they also last longer and are reusable. 
3.    Keep a fire extinguisher handy. Even the most careful cooks can have an accident, so be sure to keep a fire extinguisher in the kitchen in case of emergency and train your family on how to use it. 
4.    Save the holiday photos for #throwbackthursday. Avoid posting travel plans on social media letting people know you will be out of town – burglars could see that as an opportunity to loot your house while you're away. 
5.    Ensure smoke alarms are in working order. An alarm should be placed in or near the kitchen, on each level of your home and in all bedrooms or sleeping areas. Check them twice a year by pushing the 'test' button and replace batteries annually.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the Thanksgiving holiday – traditionally the start of the busy holiday travel season – sees an increase in crashes and fatalities. More than 50 million travelers take to the roads to journey to their destinations, leading to some of the busiest traffic of the year.
About Mercury Insurance 
Mercury Insurance (MCY) is a multiple-line insurance organization predominantly offering personal automobile, homeowners and commercial insurance through a network of independent agents in Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Oklahoma, Texas and Virginia. Since 1962, Mercury has specialized in offering quality insurance at affordable prices. For more information visit http://www.mercuryinsurance.comor Facebook and follow the company on Twitter.

Thanksgiving should be focused on family, food and making memories – not recovering from a disaster.




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New events and ad campaigns span retail portfolio

CHATTANOOGA, TENN. (PRWEB) NOVEMBER 27, 2019
Sensory-friendly Santa experiences, snow shows and pet photo nights are among the exciting and fun programs CBL Properties (NYSE:CBL) is offering at its retail centers this holiday season. This year also marks the fourth year the company will close 55 of its properties on Thanksgiving.
"Robust event programming has always been a crucial component of the holiday experience at our properties. As the retail real estate industry has evolved, we recognized an opportunity to differentiate our holiday offerings and create custom programs that are unique to each community," said Stephen Lebovitz, CEO of CBL Properties. "Customers can enjoy new events every week throughout the holidays, ranging from character appearances to cookie decorating classes and VIP shopping experiences. These events create special memories and bring the magic of the holiday season to life at our properties."
Lebovitz added, "In 2016, CBL decided to close its enclosed malls on Thanksgiving in order to allow CBL employees and others who work at each property to spend the holiday with family and friends. The decision has been met with such an overwhelmingly positive response that we have elected to continue this tradition."
In partnership with Cherry Hill Programs, CBL hosts Santa Cares, a sensory-friendly experience that spans 40 properties across the U.S. During the event, the property team dims the lights, turns off the music and opens early to accommodate children with special needs and their families, allowing them the opportunity to visit with Santa in a relaxed setting. Select retailers also open early so that these families can shop in a low-stimulus environment.
Other holiday events taking place across CBL's portfolio include: 

Family-focused events with character appearances featuring superheroes, princesses, and other well-known favorites, story time with Santa and Mrs. Claus, and musical performances

Sip & shop events including holiday party place setting classes, wine and cheese pairings, cooking classes, and DIY ugly sweater classes

VIP experiences including free gift wrapping, mini massages, and wine sampling

In addition to the event programming, CBL introduced a new holiday advertisement campaign that shifts the focus to the stories and experiences created throughout the holiday season. The ad strategy responds to changing consumer habits. Variations of this content will support malls and retail centers across the country, running as digital ads on social media, display ads, pre-roll video and audio ads.
About CBL Properties 
Headquartered in Chattanooga, TN, CBL Properties owns and manages a national portfolio of market-dominant properties located in dynamic and growing communities. CBL's portfolio is comprised of 108 properties totaling 68.2 million square feet across 26 states, including 68 high quality enclosed, outlet and open-air retail centers and nine properties managed for third parties. CBL continuously strengthens its company and portfolio through active management, aggressive leasing and profitable reinvestment in its properties. For more information visit cblproperties.com.

Robust event programming has always been a crucial component of the holiday experience at our properties. As the retail real estate industry has evolved, we recognized an opportunity to differentiate our holiday offerings and create custom programs that are unique to each community.



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Ereka Vetrini Shares Her Secret on How to Please Guests, Keep Things Simple, and Let the Colonel Cook for You

NEW YORK (PRWEB) NOVEMBER 27, 2019
The holiday season is in full swing and that means plenty of opportunities to get together with family, friends and loved ones to celebrate. But every get-together doesn't require spending hours in the kitchen and hours cleaning up afterwards. Recently, TV Host and Lifestyle Expert, Ereka Vetrini, teamed up with Kentucky Fried Chicken and YourUpdateTV to discuss her secrets for holiday entertaining.
A video accompanying this announcement is available at: https://youtu.be/QjU8KAnL45w.
KFC's convenient bucket meals have been bringing people together around the dinner table for generations. This holiday season, enjoy a hot and fresh KFC meal, including its $20 Fill Up, in a limited-edition holiday bucket, which features artwork designed by award-winning children's book author and illustrator, Nicholas John Frith, depicting a picturesque Kentucky Fried holiday setting, sure to be the centerpiece of any festive gathering.
To add a spicy, sweet and savory treat, try the new Nashville Hot Chicken and Waffles, pairing two of KFC's most celebrated innovations. Whether it's brunch, lunch or dinner, grab this new limited-time offer through December 29th.
But KFC's holiday buckets aren't just for its famous fried chicken. This year, KFC is putting a spin on KFC's longstanding holiday bucket tradition and gifting over 1,000 prizes to select fans through its #SecretSanders holiday buckets contest. For a chance to win one of 11 uniquely KFC gifts shown in the holiday bucket illustration, simply snap a photo of the gift you'd like to win and post it to Instagram with the hashtags #SecretSanders and #Entry. The contest closes on December 22 at 11:59 p.m. EST and all gifts will be shipped to winners by December 23.
For more information, visit KFC.com.
About Ereka Vetrini: 
Ereka Vetrini is a TV Host, Lifestyle Expert, Brand Spokesperson, Producer, Blogger and proud mom of two who got her start on Donald Trump's "The Apprentice" season 1. Ereka is currently the host of Lifetime's Access Health. Access Health brings you the latest cutting-edge developments and innovations in medicine, nutrition and fitness, so women everywhere can take charge of their health starting today! She is also a regular contributor to NBC's 1st Look and NY Live. As an on-air correspondent for NBC she covers the hottest spots to dine, travel and shop! Ereka was previously the host of TLC Sunday Brunch where she brought you the very best brunch & cocktail recipes, styling tips and so much more! As a mother of two, Ereka enjoys spending every spare minute running after her 9 and 7-year-old.
About Kentucky Fried Chicken: 
KFC Corporation, based in Louisville, Ky., is the world's most popular chicken restaurant chain. KFC specializes in Original Recipe, Extra Crispy, Kentucky Grilled Chicken and Extra Crispy Tenders, Hot Wings, Go Cups, KFC Famous Bowls, Pot Pies, freshly hand prepared chicken sandwiches, biscuits and homestyle side items. There are over 23,000 KFC restaurants in over 140 countries and territories around the world. KFC Corporation is a subsidiary of Yum! Brands, Inc., Louisville, Ky. For more information, visit http://www.kfc.com. Follow KFC on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/kfc), Twitter (http://www.twitter.com/kfc) and Instagram (http://www.instagram.com/KFC).
About YourUpdateTV: 
YourUpdateTV is a social media video portal for organizations to share their content, produced by award-winning video communications firm, D S Simon Media (http://www.dssimon.com). It includes separate channels for Health and Wellness, Lifestyle, Media and Entertainment, Money and Finance, Social Responsibility, Sports and Technology.




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Holiday Shopping Insights from Consumer and Family Finance Expert, Andrea Woroch

NEW YORK (PRWEB) NOVEMBER 27, 2019
The holiday season is one of giving, which often means it is also the season of spending. Recently, Consumer and Family Finance Expert, Andrea Woroch teamed with Capital One and YourUpdateTV to discuss tips on budgeting for the holiday season.
A video accompanying this announcement is available at: https://youtu.be/geCpcNIOOq0
Here are some tips to help you get started:
1.    Think beyond gifts when budgeting for holidays. 
Budgeting for holiday gifts is a no brainer. But don't forget to plan for all the other expenses that creep up throughout the holiday season. These can include everything from groceries for out of town guests and holiday parties, to teacher gifts and wrapping paper, to holiday party attire and extra babysitting service to attend those parties - and just to finish up your shopping. Review your expenses from previous years to get a better idea of what you will spend money on, outside of just gifts, and cut back in other ways.
2.    Start shopping early. 
Manage your cash flow and alleviate the financial pressure of buying all your holiday gifts at once in December by shopping earlier in the season. Retailers begin rolling out pre-Black Friday deals in early November, giving you more opportunities to save on popular gifts and holiday items. This gives you a chance to spread out purchases to alleviate stress and budgeting constrictions.
3.    Maximize rewards on your purchases. 
There are plenty of opportunities to earn rewards for all your holiday purchases. Make sure you are using a credit card that offers rewards for the retailers and service providers you plan to spend money with during this holiday season. For example, the new Capital One Walmart Rewards Mastercard rewards cardholders for shopping at Walmart and everywhere else Mastercard is accepted. From gifts under the tree to your Thanksgiving meal to gas in your car to visit family, the Capital One Walmart Rewards Mastercard rewards you for purchases you make every day during the holidays. Earn 5% back on purchases at Walmart.com and through the app, or 2% back when you buy in the store. This holiday season, however, you can still earn 5% back on in-store purchases if you link the card to Walmart Pay.
Given that you're likely to participate in many social gatherings during the holidays, this is another opportunity to maximize reward earnings. Offer to front the cost for shared rides, dinners out, or group gifts on your Capital One Walmart Rewards Mastercard and request that family and friends send their share via an online payment app. Using the card, you will receive 2% back on restaurants and travel, and 1% back everywhere else.
4.    Begin researching prices. 
Knowing the best time to buy a holiday gift is more confusing than ever since stores often release different sales daily throughout the holiday shopping season. Begin reviewing prices of products you plan to buy before the sales hit so you have a benchmark to compare against when you're trying to find the best discounts. Doing this homework ahead of popular sales events will help you quickly spot the good deals from the duds/misleading offers.
5.    Improve your Black Friday game plan. 
When it comes to Black Friday, you can score similar in-store savings online and never have to step into a store if you prefer not to deal with the crowds. If you're someone who enjoys the thrill of Black Friday shopping though, make a plan by reviewing store circulars online to see which retailers will have the best prices on items you want to buy and note the day and time the offer is available.
Keep in mind, Cyber Monday provides another chance to save on popular holiday gifts with many online sites offering free delivery deals on top of site-wide sales and online coupons.
6.    Enjoy convenience without sacrificing savings. 
Retailers make it easier than ever to snag in-store savings without the hassle of actually going into the store and shopping, thanks to pick up options for online orders and curbside delivery. This way, you get the instant gratification of scoring a deal without waiting in long checkout lines, wandering around the store to find products or trying to find parking during busy holiday shopping days.
7.    Set your gifting strategy.
Ahead of the holidays, speak with family, friends and co-workers about this year's gift expectations. Perhaps this season your family decides to limit gifts to the little kids? At work and with your circle of friends, you can set up a Secret Santa so everyone only has to buy one gift versus several.
The holidays often put people in the mood to give and that's great, but it can also wreak havoc on your finances if you don't properly plan your shopping and gifting strategy. This means, think about all the people in your life you want to give gifts to and whether it's more important to give bigger presents or give gifts to more people you care about. Depending on which gifting scenario you choose, you will have to adjust your spending budget. Spend less per gift when buying for more people, or narrow your list so you can afford to buy more expensive gifts for a select number of family and friends.
8. Boost your seasonal cash flow. 
Holiday shopping can cause a lot of anxiety when you don't have much wiggle room in your budget, but you can find easy ways to make some extra spending cash. For example, pet sitting, ride share driving and even babysitting are side hustles you can do in your spare time when your schedule allows without interfering with family gatherings.
9. Cut down on food spending. 
From hosting holiday parties to purchasing extra groceries for house guests and ordering extra take out on nights you get too busy to cook, it's easy to rack up a hefty grocery and dining out bill this time of year. When inviting friends and family over for holiday festivities, ask guests to bring a favorite dish. After all, everyone loves showing off their cooking skills! I also like cooking dishes in bulk and freezing leftovers, which make easy meals you can reheat quickly. These will also come in handy when you need to feed family who is in town for the holidays.
For more information, visit CapitalOne.com/Walmart
About Andrea Woroch: 
Andrea Woroch is a nationally recognized consumer and money-saving expert who has been helping families find simple ways to save more and spend less without sacrificing their lifestyles for nearly a decade.
As a sought-after expert, Andrea has been interviewed by top shows such as "Today," "Good Morning America," "The Dr. Oz Show," MSNBC's "Morning Joe," CNN's "America's Newsroom" and "Fox & Friends." In print and online, her stories and advice have been featured in popular media such as The Wall Street Journal, New York Times, USA Today, Money, Forbes, Cosmopolitan, Real Simple, Reader's Digest, Yahoo and many other publications.
With a focus on money management, many of Andrea's articles touch on family finance, budgeting, smart shopping and frugal living. You can read more about Andrea and get her latest blog articles at http://www.andreaworoch.com, subscribe to her YouTube channel or follow Andrea on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram for daily savings advice.
About YourUpdateTV: 
YourUpdateTV is a social media video portal for organizations to share their content, produced by award-winning video communications firm, D S Simon Media (http://www.dssimon.com). It includes separate channels for Health and Wellness, Lifestyle, Media and Entertainment, Money and Finance, Social Responsibility, Sports and Technology.




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This holiday season, Greater Southern Home Recreation is excited to deliver savings during their sales promotion that is expected to run all throughout the month of December.

ATLANTA (PRWEB) NOVEMBER 27, 2019
Greater Southern Home Recreation is a family-owned and operated business in Atlanta, GA that provides high-end home game room products meant to encourage an environment for holiday gatherings this season. During the entire month of December, Greater Southern is offering holiday savings with deals on pool tables, games like shuffleboard and air hockey tables, game room and basement décor, accessories and more.
"Despite the hustle and bustle that the holiday rush may bring, including going out to purchase last minute gifts or prepping for holiday parties, we must also remember to make room for family time and togetherness," says David Piha, president of Greater Southern Home Recreation. "This time of the year is the best time to enjoy the spirit of the holiday season with your family, friends and loved ones."
Some of their popular specials include: 

Purchase a pool table, get 50% off any player package upgrades, Legacy conversion tops, Perfect Drawers or Guardsman furniture protection plan.

Bundle a pool table with another game and save up to $400.

Earn instant rebates on shuffleboard tables, plus 50% off delivery and setup within the Metro Atlanta area.

"These are traditional games that make the perfect holiday gifts because families can finally enjoy non-screen time together in a fun way," says Piha.
About Greater Southern Home Recreation: 
Greater Southern Home Recreation offers the very best in-home game room products, including pool tables, shuffleboard tables, ping pong tables, arcade games, theater seating, foosball tables, air hockey tables, darts and more. In addition, Greater Southern carries the best names in the business, including (but not limited to) Brunswick Billiards, Legacy Billiards, Canada Billiards, Aramith, Champion Shuffleboard, Valley-Dynamo, Palliser Furniture, and Tornado. Products can be purchased at Greater Southern's two locations - Atlanta, GA & Alpharetta, GA - or online at https://www.greatersouthern.com/.

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The comical Litter-Robot video for cat parents has gained more than 2 million views across Facebook and YouTube in less than a week.

AUBURN HILLS, MICH. (PRWEB) NOVEMBER 27, 2019
Litter-Robot, the highest-rated self-cleaning cat litter box on the market, has released a humorous and relatable video on why cat parents should stop scooping the litter box. Since its release one week earlier, the video has garnered more than 2 million views across Facebook and YouTube.
The video follows narrator "Kizzy" through an inside look at the lives of cat parents who are still scooping the litter box. Kizzy simultaneously charms and disgusts her audience with the idea of how a cat's paws can track feces from a dirty litter box to various places around the house. The video points out that cats need a clean litter box every time they do their business—which is precisely what the Litter-Robot provides.
A hilarious cast and high production value drives home the message that scooping is a thing of the past: The self-cleaning Litter-Robot takes care of that dirty business for you, leaving a clean bed of litter for your cat every time. "Our goal with this video is to help cat parents visualize why they should no longer be scooping the litter box," said Jacob Zuppke, COO of AutoPets, the manufacturer of the Litter-Robot. "With a Litter-Robot, you never have to scoop cat litter again and your kitties have a clean toilet every time. It's better for you and your cat."
Litter-Robot has released the video across several media platforms, including TV, web, social media, and beyond. Multiple cuts of the video in varying lengths are also circulating the web to determine which message most effectively resonates with cat parents.
As part of a Black Friday promotion, Litter-Robot will be offering several special product bundles with values up to $100, now through December 2. For more information on the product bundles, visit Litter-Robot.com.
About AutoPets 
AutoPets, the inventor, manufacturer, and retailer of the Litter-Robot, is an international leader in developing highly functional pet products that make pet care easier and more enjoyable. Launched in 2000 by founder and President Brad Baxter, the Litter-Robot is the highest-rated automatic, self-cleaning litter box on the market. AutoPets is a 2017/2018/2019 Inc. 5000 company based in Auburn Hills, Michigan, with 90+ passionate employees who are dedicated to improving the future of pet care. For more information on AutoPets, visit http://www.litter-robot.com/about-us.html

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LITTLETON, COLO. (PRWEB) NOVEMBER 28, 2019
As a member of the real estate and mortgage community in the Denver Metro area for over 40 years, Pete Garvin joined Zenith Home Loans in order to have an immediate impact through his experience and expertise. A well-heeled local mortgage company, Zenith is closing in on their one-year anniversary of being in business and serving the Denver community.
As a newer mortgage company, Zenith has several advantages. Owned by industry veteran Dave Gallegos, the smaller sized company is extremely nimble, able to make decisions that have an immediate impact, and allows for all employees to have a voice. Speaking of Pete, Dave says, "This is the person I want on my side, helping me with the growth of Zenith." He continues, "The mortgage industry is a place where people can have successful and long-lasting careers. Pete is instrumental in both supporting our growth as well as showcasing all that Zenith has to offer to potential employees and business partners."
Over the years, Pete has seen the industry change and evolve, with advents in technology effecting almost every area of the business. Through improvements in systems and adoptions of new processes, technology has drastically reduced the paperwork in the loan origination process. Zenith is at the forefront of technology and regularly attends conference and seminars; always looking for ways to improve the borrower process. "As technological benefits continue to increase in both scope and use the industry will benefit from less paperwork while decreasing the overall time to manufacture a residential loan," says Pete.
Dave has big plans for the growth of Zenith in Colorado, while maintaining an exemplary environment for the success of their employees. Dave's approach to the mortgage business and Pete's business acumen are a winning combination, with the overall goal to double business with the next five years. Pete is instrumental in the growth plans and is excited as to what the future holds for Zenith Home Loans!
Media Contact: Jason Stilgebouer | jasons@zenithhl.com | 303.347.7587

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Local Dealership Offering Special Deals on New Mitsubishi Models

BROOKLYN, N.Y. (PRWEB) NOVEMBER 29, 2019
The end of the year is a time where many drivers choose to upgrade their vehicle so they can start off the new year in style.
To help drivers get behind the wheel of a new Mitsubishi, Brooklyn Mitsubishi is hosting a year-end sales event where drivers can save big.
Besides slashed pricing on select Mitsubishi models, Brooklyn Mitsubishi is offering affordable financing options for drivers who want to make a traditional purchase. One of these options includes a 0% APR rate for 84 months with no payments for 90 days on certain models.
Drivers looking to lease a new Mitsubishi vehicle will also enjoy saving thanks to affordable lease options and generous annual mileage allowances.
All offers are subject to credit approval. Drivers who are interested in taking advantage of the offers available at Brooklyn Mitsubishi may be required to finance through the dealership and its partnering lenders.
The Mitsubishi year-end sales event is going on now until January 2, 2020.
In addition to the new Mitsubishi vehicles, Brooklyn Mitsubishi offers an extensive selection of high-quality used vehicles from domestic and foreign brands.
Drivers interested in learning more about the vehicles and special offerings available at Brooklyn Mitsubishi are invited to contact the dealership by phone at 718-345-1600 or through its website at http://www.brooklynmitsubishi.com. To accommodate the city's Spanish-speaking residents, a Spanish-language version of the website is available at http://www.brooklynmitsubishiespanol.com. Brooklyn Mitsubishi is located at 5910 Church Avenue in Brooklyn.

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As climate change continues to be a hot topic among many industries within the U.S., OCD Moving Services is doing its part to reduce its carbon footprint as much as it can. The Bay Area moving services company offers junk removal services for individuals looking to dispose of their unwanted items in an eco-friendly way.

SAN FRANCISCO (PRWEB) NOVEMBER 28, 2019
To reduce their ecological footprint while executing their Bay Area moving services, OCD Moving Services offers junk removal services to assist individuals and companies in getting rid of their unwanted items and electronics in an eco-friendly way. OCD Moving Services understands that moving is a time to reassess one's materials and determine what they wish to keep and what they want to give away. To avoid doing further damage to the environment with all of the plastic and other materials being carelessly discarded, OCD Moving Services offers junk removal services. In addition to their Bay Area movers, OCD Moving Services will help individuals get rid of unwanted items in a way that's not harmful to the environment.
"As a moving company in the Bay Area, it's important to us that we keep our ecological footprint as small as possible," said Daniel England, owner of OCD Moving Services. "We do a variety of home moves—from moving individuals and businesses down the street to across the country. We want to make sure that we are providing eco-friendly services to all of our move customers."
What is Junk Removal Services? 
OCD Moving Services will take care of removing any unwanted belongings, trash, and waste of which you wish to get rid. If you're moving to a new place, or even if you're remodeling, chances are you will have unwanted stuff of which you will wish to get rid. OCD Moving Services' staff are trained to take the trash out and clean up after. OCD Moving Servicesguarantees that their services will make you feel as if your garbage was never even there.
Among the junk removal services that OCD Moving Services offers include: 
Unwanted furniture removal 
Gas stove, refrigerator removal 
All other appliances removal 
TV recycling and disposing 
Bathroom waste and hot tub removal 
Yard junk removal
If you are planning a move soon and have junk you want to get rid of, call OCD Moving Services for a free quote. You can visit http://www.ocdmovingservices.net or call 510-375-3844 for a free quote.
About OCD Moving Services 
For more than five years, OCD Moving Services has been the Bay Area's preferred movers in the Oakland area and beyond. OCD Moving Services have experience in moving apartments, homes, big offices, and more. The OCD Moving Services team believes that no task is too large or too small for them. For more information, and a free quote, visit http://www.ocdmovingservices.net or call 510-375-3844.



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GREENCASTLE, PA. (PRWEB) NOVEMBER 28, 2019
Franklin County Visitors Bureau recommends the 2019 Heritage Christmas Home Tour on December 8, from 1 PM to 5 PM. The tour, organized by the Greencastle-Antrim Chamber of Commerce, is sponsored by Antrim Insurance Agency, Inc. and features five homes and one church. These are: the Stenger home at 216 Moss Spring Ave.; the Geiger home at 6700 Guitner Rd; the Thatcher home at 2201 Buchanan Trl. W.; White Hall Manor located at 501 E. Baltimore St.; and the Hughey-Koch at 815 Twin Dr. (Chambersburg). Participants can visit the homes in any order and are invited to stop by Ebenezer United Brethren Church at 3611 Williamson Rd. for refreshments.
Tickets are $15 in advance and available at the Chamber of Commerce, Carl's Drug Store, the shop located at 144 E. Baltimore St, Snavely's Garden Corner in Chambersburg and online at EventBrite.com. On the day of the event, tickets are $20 and will be on sale at Carl's Drug Store starting at 9 a.m. as well as each of the homes starting at 1 p.m. 
For more information, call the Chamber office at 597-4610 or to view the full listing, visit the Chamber's website at http://www.greencastlepachamber.org.
The Franklin County Visitors Bureau invites all to explore Franklin County PA and enjoy the history, arts, recreation, natural beauty, fresh foods and warm hospitality of communities like Chambersburg, Greencastle, Mercersburg, Shippensburg, and Waynesboro. Franklin County PA is located just north of the Mason Dixon Line and is an easy drive from Washington DC, Philadelphia, and Pittsburgh. Discover more. Plan your visit at ExploreFranklinCountyPA.com, by contacting 866.646.8060, or by visiting the Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Center on the square in Chambersburg.

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Compare-autoinsurance.org announces a new blog post, "How To Lower Your Car Insurance Premiums"

LOS ANGELES (PRWEB) NOVEMBER 29, 2019
Compare-autoinsurance.org has launched a new blog post that explains how policyholders can obtain cheaper car insurance.
For more info and free car insurance quotes, please visit https://compare-autoinsurance.org/lower-car-insurance-premiums/
There are many drivers that consider car insurance to be too expensive. However, car insurance is a necessity for many drivers that can't imagine doing their daily routines without driving their vehicles. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways that can help drivers save money on car insurance.
To lower the price of car insurance, drivers should follow the next tips: 

Keep a clean driving record. Drivers that manage to avoid getting a traffic ticket or causing an accident for a specific number of years, will be rewarded with a discount by their insurers.

Pay for the whole policy at once. Policyholders can save hundreds of dollars per year, if they decide to pay for the whole policy at once, rather than paying monthly for car insurance premiums.

Improve the credit score. The credit score is an important factor that helps the insurers determine the insurance premiums. Drivers with an average or poor credit score will pay more than those that have a good or excellent credit score.

Drive less. Drivers that for different reasons are driving fewer miles than usual, should contact their insurers and check if they can qualify for a low-mileage discount.

Select a higher deductible. The deductible is the amount a policyholder has to pay out of his pocket whenever he is filing a claim. Raising the deductible will help drivers pay less on car insurance.

Bundle multiple policies. Drivers that have multiple policies like car insurance, homeowner's insurance, renter's insurance or life insurance, should contact their insurance providers and check if they can bundle multiple policies. Usually, insurance companies will offer great discounts to policyholders that are combining multiple policies with them.

For additional info, money-saving tips and free car insurance quotes, visit https://compare-autoinsurance.org/
Compare-autoinsurance.org is an online provider of life, home, health, and auto insurance quotes. This website is unique because it does not simply stick to one kind of insurance provider, but brings the clients the best deals from many different online insurance carriers. In this way, clients have access to offers from multiple carriers all in one place: this website. On this site, customers have access to quotes for insurance plans from various agencies, such as local or nationwide agencies, brand names insurance companies, etc.

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"Nowadays, saving money on car insurance has become easier than ever before. From improving the credit score to bundling multiple policies, there are multiple methods that can help anyone save money on car insurance", said Russell Rabichev, Marketing Director of Internet Marketing Company.




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REALTOR Kara Stringer joins Charleston, South Carolina's innovation-driven real estate firm, The Cassina Group. She comes to the company most recently from Atlanta, Georgia where she was a REALTOR with Ansley Atlanta Real Estate.

CHARLESTON, S.C. (PRWEB) NOVEMBER 29, 2019
REALTOR Kara Stringer joins Charleston, South Carolina's innovation-driven real estate firm, The Cassina Group. She comes to the company most recently from Atlanta, Georgia where she was a REALTOR with Ansley Atlanta Real Estate.
"I am overjoyed to welcome Kara to The Cassina Group," said Owen Tyler, Partner and Managing Broker of The Cassina Group. "Her record of success in Atlanta coupled with her outgoing personality and dedication to her clients will prove to be great assets for our company."
In her time in real estate, Stringer has been consistently recognized as a top 20 agent. Prior to starting her real estate career, Kara was a seasoned marketing, advertising and sales executive in the Southeast. She earned a B.S. in Management from Georgia Tech.
"I am excited and honored to have joined The Cassina Group. Their exceptional reputation for upholding the highest standards parallels what I have always aimed to achieve throughout my career," said Stringer. "The Cassina Group employs the latest technology for buyers and sellers enhancing my ability to deliver an incredible experience for my clients. Having worked with a top real estate firm in a large metropolitan market, I couldn't be happier to align myself with the top brokerage in Charleston."
The Cassina Group is known as Charleston's innovation-driven real estate firm, with a proven reputation for delivering stronger results though leading-edge technology and building lasting relationships. For more information on The Cassina Group, please visit http://www.thecassinagroup.com.
About The Cassina Group 
The Cassina Group is a boutique real estate brokerage with offices in Mount Pleasant, SC and Charleston, SC. Recent awards include top honors from Charleston Magazine, Inc. 5000 and SC Biz News.
For more information, visit http://www.TheCassinaGroup.com or call 843.628.0008.

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Savings of up to 50% off clearance items and 15% off all furniture, home accessories and local built crafts in Brandenberry's After Thanksgiving Day Sale, Nov. 29, Nov. 30 and Dec. 2, 2019.

SHIPSHEWANA, IND. (PRWEB) NOVEMBER 29, 2019
The holiday shopping season kicks off with a bang in Shipshewana, Indiana, as Brandeneberry Amish Furniture hosts an After Thanksgiving Day Sale. The sale starts Black Friday, Nov. 29, and also runs on Saturday, Nov. 30 as well as Monday, Dec. 2, 2019.
Amish furniture zealots can get clearance items for as much as 50 percent off the regular price. This includes 50 percent savings on Amish-crafted, solid hardwood pieces for the bedroom, living room, dining room and elsewhere in the home.
All non-clearance items of furniture at Brandenberry are available at 15 percent off during the sale. This means customers can choose their favorite furniture items, including dining room sets, hutches and sideboards at attractive prices. Items also discounted include living room sofas, coffee tables and end tables, plus kids' furniture. Even the full lineup of accessories – such as wall hangings and pictures – are on sale for 15 percent off the regular price.
During Brandenberry's After Thanksgiving Sale, shoppers are invited to explore the Shipshewana community where many great food options such as Ben's Pretzels and Das Dutchman Essenhaus await hungry patrons. Shipshewana is home to one of the largest Amish communities in the United States and to many, many Amish oriented eateries.    
The Brandenberry After Thanksgiving Sale lasts only three days: Black Friday, Nov. 29; Saturday, Nov. 30 and Monday, Dec. 2. So shoppers are invited to make plans now to visit. The store is located at 1045 N. State Road 5 in Shipshewana. It's at the intersection of State Road 5 and US 20, near the Indiana Toll Road. The store is open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and by appointment.
About Brandenberry Amish Furniture 
Brandenberry Furniture opened its doors in 2008. The Brandenberry Furniture concept allows customers to design the furniture of their dreams. This includes exploring the rich woods and stains that only nature can offer. Nothing matches the feel, the smell and the weight of hickory, oak, cherry and maple. And these real woods come to life in an Amish handcrafted piece. Also, the pieces are meant to last a lifetime and beyond.
Is your favorite style Mission, Traditional, Modern or something in between? If Brandenberry Furniture doesn't carry it, our craftsmen will build it to your specifications.
At Brandenberry Furniture, we offer everything from bedroom and dining collections to home accessories, patio seating and exclusive furniture pieces. So browse our easy-to-use website. It contains detailed photographs and information. Also, you'll find furniture categorized by room. These include family room, dining room, bedroom, office and children's furniture. What's more, you'll find furniture categorized by style and wood species. These species include oak, hickory, cherry, elm, maple, pine and cedar.

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Customers who enter the Christmas Drawing at Brandenberry's After Thanksgiving Day Sale will be eligible to win a chair, similar to the Durango Chair.

Furniture shoppers can get clearance items for as much as 50% off, plus 15% off non-clearance items in Brandenberry's After Thanksgiving Day Sale.




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REALTOR Kara Stringer joins Charleston, South Carolina's innovation-driven real estate firm, The Cassina Group. She comes to the company most recently from Atlanta, Georgia where she was a REALTOR with Ansley Atlanta Real Estate.

CHARLESTON, S.C. (PRWEB) NOVEMBER 29, 2019
REALTOR Kara Stringer joins Charleston, South Carolina's innovation-driven real estate firm, The Cassina Group. She comes to the company most recently from Atlanta, Georgia where she was a REALTOR with Ansley Atlanta Real Estate.
"I am overjoyed to welcome Kara to The Cassina Group," said Owen Tyler, Partner and Managing Broker of The Cassina Group. "Her record of success in Atlanta coupled with her outgoing personality and dedication to her clients will prove to be great assets for our company."
In her time in real estate, Stringer has been consistently recognized as a top 20 agent. Prior to starting her real estate career, Kara was a seasoned marketing, advertising and sales executive in the Southeast. She earned a B.S. in Management from Georgia Tech.
"I am excited and honored to have joined The Cassina Group. Their exceptional reputation for upholding the highest standards parallels what I have always aimed to achieve throughout my career," said Stringer. "The Cassina Group employs the latest technology for buyers and sellers enhancing my ability to deliver an incredible experience for my clients. Having worked with a top real estate firm in a large metropolitan market, I couldn't be happier to align myself with the top brokerage in Charleston."
The Cassina Group is known as Charleston's innovation-driven real estate firm, with a proven reputation for delivering stronger results though leading-edge technology and building lasting relationships. For more information on The Cassina Group, please visit http://www.thecassinagroup.com.
About The Cassina Group 
The Cassina Group is a boutique real estate brokerage with offices in Mount Pleasant, SC and Charleston, SC. Recent awards include top honors from Charleston Magazine, Inc. 5000 and SC Biz News.
For more information, visit http://www.TheCassinaGroup.com or call 843.628.0008.




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Savings of up to 50% off clearance items and 15% off all furniture, home accessories and local built crafts in Brandenberry's After Thanksgiving Day Sale, Nov. 29, Nov. 30 and Dec. 2, 2019.

SHIPSHEWANA, IND. (PRWEB) NOVEMBER 29, 2019
The holiday shopping season kicks off with a bang in Shipshewana, Indiana, as Brandeneberry Amish Furniture hosts an After Thanksgiving Day Sale. The sale starts Black Friday, Nov. 29, and also runs on Saturday, Nov. 30 as well as Monday, Dec. 2, 2019.
Amish furniture zealots can get clearance items for as much as 50 percent off the regular price. This includes 50 percent savings on Amish-crafted, solid hardwood pieces for the bedroom, living room, dining room and elsewhere in the home.
All non-clearance items of furniture at Brandenberry are available at 15 percent off during the sale. This means customers can choose their favorite furniture items, including dining room sets, hutches and sideboards at attractive prices. Items also discounted include living room sofas, coffee tables and end tables, plus kids' furniture. Even the full lineup of accessories – such as wall hangings and pictures – are on sale for 15 percent off the regular price.
During Brandenberry's After Thanksgiving Sale, shoppers are invited to explore the Shipshewana community where many great food options such as Ben's Pretzels and Das Dutchman Essenhaus await hungry patrons. Shipshewana is home to one of the largest Amish communities in the United States and to many, many Amish oriented eateries.    
The Brandenberry After Thanksgiving Sale lasts only three days: Black Friday, Nov. 29; Saturday, Nov. 30 and Monday, Dec. 2. So shoppers are invited to make plans now to visit. The store is located at 1045 N. State Road 5 in Shipshewana. It's at the intersection of State Road 5 and US 20, near the Indiana Toll Road. The store is open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and by appointment.
About Brandenberry Amish Furniture 
Brandenberry Furniture opened its doors in 2008. The Brandenberry Furniture concept allows customers to design the furniture of their dreams. This includes exploring the rich woods and stains that only nature can offer. Nothing matches the feel, the smell and the weight of hickory, oak, cherry and maple. And these real woods come to life in an Amish handcrafted piece. Also, the pieces are meant to last a lifetime and beyond.
Is your favorite style Mission, Traditional, Modern or something in between? If Brandenberry Furniture doesn't carry it, our craftsmen will build it to your specifications.
At Brandenberry Furniture, we offer everything from bedroom and dining collections to home accessories, patio seating and exclusive furniture pieces. So browse our easy-to-use website. It contains detailed photographs and information. Also, you'll find furniture categorized by room. These include family room, dining room, bedroom, office and children's furniture. What's more, you'll find furniture categorized by style and wood species. These species include oak, hickory, cherry, elm, maple, pine and cedar.




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A company's website is often their first introduction to potential new customers. Without a user-friendly website that communicates your "why" in an exciting way, you could be losing out on tons of new business. Interactive web solutions company Gray Element is helping small and large companies fix this critical issue with their custom website design services.

BEVERLY HILLS, CALIF. (PRWEB) NOVEMBER 29, 2019
As the new year is approaching, it's the perfect time for small and large businesses to rethink their online presence. Interactive web solutions company Gray Element wants to help small and large enterprises rebrand their online experience with their custom website design services. Headquartered in Los Angeles, Gray Element is currently offering free consultations to companies interested in redesigning their websites or developing one from scratch.
"Websites are more important now than ever," said Asal Mehraban, Founder and CEO of Gray Element. "While you may provide your customers with services in-person or over the phone, your website is often the customer's first point of contact with your business. If the web experience isn't positive right off the bat, you could be losing out on tons of potential business. We want to help small and large businesses close this gap in communication with their customers through our custom website designservices."
For more than a decade, Gray Element's award-winning graphic artists and designers have been developing websites that are user-friendly and engaging. Gray Element helps its clients build custom-designed websites with their target audience in mind. Mehraban and Gray Element's primary objective is to create a brand, business image, or product message that offers the best user/audience experience.
Gray Element's Custom Website Design Process 
Before Mehraban and her team start any custom website design process, the first step is to partner with their clients and analyze who the target audience is.
"Analysis is the key to success in designing a website that will reflect professional branding," said Mehraban. "Our goal is to create an excellent user experience. We succeed at this by studying and understanding client and audience preferences, doing competitive analysis and market research, and then coming up with concepts in tandem with the client."
Gray Element's subsequent steps in their custom website design process include: 
Developing prototypes and demos: In this stage, Gray Element applies all of its site analysis information to create a website layout that will then be shared with the client for review, comments, and approval. 
Design: Once the client approves the prototype, Gray Element's expert team of designers, developers, and coders begin to design the website. In the design stage, Gray Element furnishes all graphical and creative elements of the site. 
Implementation: During this stage of the custom website design process, Gray Element optimizes the graphics and design of the website and integrates them with web applications. All programming and development tools are used to make the client's website easily navigable and functional. 
Testing: Before any of Gray Element's websites go live, they go through various stages of testing to ensure the user experience is efficient and complete.
For more information on Gray Element's custom website design services, visit http://www.grayelement.com, or call 888-995-5509.
Get a Free Consultation from Gray Element 
For new or established businesses looking to improve their online experience with a custom-designed website, contact Gray Element today. Their team of skilled designers, coders, and developers can help you create a site that will be a valuable marketing tool for your business. Visit http://www.grayelement.com for a free consultation.

"Websites are more important now than ever," said Asal Mehraban, Founder and CEO of Gray Element.




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IMG GlobalSecur offers the award-winning FoneTrac travel safety app. As the company plans for 2020, it is announcing a new series of interviews with industry stakeholders on travel security including the best apps for international travel.

NEW YORK (PRWEB) NOVEMBER 30, 2019
IMG GlobalSecur, a leading international travel security consulting firm at http://www.theimg.com/, is proud to announce a new series on international travel security, focusing on interviews by guest blogger, Faith Kohler. A licensed attorney, Faith is a former federal agent with a background in financial crimes, fraud, narcotics trafficking and violent crimes. The series will focus on questions and answers with industry experts on topics such as how to stay safe as a woman while traveling, features to look for in travel security apps, and the advantages of itinerary management for employees among other planned topics.
"No single person has all the knowledge in the fast-moving area of international travel security," explained Chris Hagon, CEO of IMG GlobalSecur. "We plan to kick off our interview series in 2020 on our blog, and Faith will find the best-in-class experts on topics relating to travel security abroad."
The company already maintains three vibrant blogs on issues relating to international travel security issues. The first can be found at http://www.theimg.com/blog/ and focuses on employee travel security issues. The second can be found at http://www.globalsecur.com/blog/ and focuses on issues concerning employee-employer relations with respect to travel, especially medical security issues. And the third can be found at https://www.fonetrac-go.com/blog/ and focuses on issues concerning travel safety and the emerging universe of travel safety apps.
OVERSEAS TRAVEL SECURITY: CONSULT AN EXPERT
Here is background to this release. The growth of global travel continues unabated, even as concerns over international travel security steadily increase. Terrorism is perhaps the first concern that comes to mind when thinking about international travel security, but more mundane issues such as the health and welfare of overseas employees are more common. Indeed, content in the new interview series may touch on issues such as the increasing tendency for employees to travel with their spouses and families, thus exacerbating security risks by providing more targets and more instances of security problems. Secondarily, the team of recognized international travel security experts at IMG GlobalSecur brings a new perspective to these issues including a kaleidoscopic view of security issues. Interested readers are urged to visit the blogs mentioned above and bookmark them in anticipation of this exciting new interview series.
ABOUT THE INCIDENT MANAGEMENT GROUP (IMG)
Incident Management Group is a leading international security consulting firm. Corporate or business organizations concerned about their need for robust travel security solutions can reach out to the IMG Group for assistance. The company's experts provide services such as executive, employee, VIP, and expatriate travel security, workplace safety, duty of care management, risk and threat assessments, workplace violence prevention, crisis management planning, supply chain security, and more. 
Web. http://www.theimg.com 
Tel. (877) 887-9914 

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Los Angeles interactive web solutions company Gray Element offers full-service custom interactive web solutions to small and large businesses looking to grow their online business and audience. From website design and interactive marketing to traffic-building, Gray Element helps its clients create a fully customizable plan to take their business to the next level.

LOS ANGELES (PRWEB) NOVEMBER 30, 2019
For new and established businesses looking to create a fully customizable interactive web marketing plan for their brand, Gray Element is a one-stop-shop. From website design and online marketing tactics to traffic-building, Gray Element has been helping small and large businesses better tell their stories online for more than a decade. Headquartered in Los Angeles, Gray Element is headed by Founder and CEO Asal Mehraban, who says Gray Element's goal is to provide their clients with everything they need to set up their business online successfully.
"We believe companies must reflect what their business does engagingly online accurately," said Mehraban. "It's not just about your website or your marketing plan; it's about how both work together to help you increase your online traffic and therefore lead to high conversion rates. That's why we offer full-service interactive web solutions. We want to help companies approach their only presence in a complete and fully customizable way."
There are three aspects to Gray Element's fully customizable interactive web solutions: website design, internet marketing, and traffic building.
Website Design 
Gray Element's website design service doesn't just involve building a website from scratch or refreshing your current site; Gray Element can ensure your online presence is fully optimized with site design, branding, and logo design. Gray Element will start by developing a prototype for the design of your website. They will complete your online presence by working with you to develop a new or refreshed logo and other branding tactics.
Digital Marketing Once Gray Element builds a company's new website, or refreshes their current one, they launch a fully customizable internet marketing plan to help potential customers find your business online. Gray Element's internet marketing services include search engine optimization (SEO), social networking marketing, pay-per-click marketing, and PR campaigns. Gray Element works with an expert team of marketers, social media specialists, copywriters, and designers that work together to help companies drive more business and traffic to their websites.
Traffic Building 
Once the website is built, and internet marketing tactics are underway, Gray Element's primary goal is to help their clients drive more traffic to their sites. However, Gray Element knows that it's not just the traffic that will help businesses, but the conversion rates that will increase sales. As part of its traffic-building service, the Gray Element team helps enterprises with email marketing, conversion optimization, and online reputation management. Gray Element's conversion optimization helps ensure companies get the most out of the customers visiting their site. Gray Element's reputation management service helps companies maintain the positive online presence they've worked so hard to develop.
For more information on Gray Element's interactive web solutions, and how they can help your business, visit http://www.grayelement.com, or call 888-995-5509.
Get a Free Consultation from Gray Element 
For new or established businesses looking for a fully customizable, full-service online marketing plan, contact Gray Element today. Their team of skilled copywriters, marketers, developers, social media specialists and designers can help you create and maintain the online presence that will drive more traffic to your website and therefore increase your sales. Visit http://www.grayelement.com to schedule your free consultation today.

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Moving is always a good reason to rent a storage unit, but there are other reasons, too. Paso Robles storage provider, Mars Mega Storage, has just released a report about the top reasons for using storage.

PASO ROBLES, CALIF. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 01, 2019
Moving is always a good reason to rent a storage unit, but there are other reasons, too. Paso Robles storage provider, Mars Mega Storage, has just released a report about the top reasons for using storage.
It turns out that moving isn't the main reason that people rent storage. According to the report, "Self-Storage Innovations, Statistics, and Changes in 2017," 65-percent of Americans who rent storage have a garage and 33-percent have basements.
The top reasons, besides moving, for renting storage are: 

Downsizing doesn't always mean getting rid of things. Storage units provide a secure place to store treasured items that are crowding the home, but need to remain in the family. Heirlooms and collectibles, important files such as tax records can all be safely stored, and easily accessed when needed.

Remodeling can be one of the most disruptive events to family life. Stumbling around furniture crowded into one room and a home in various stages of demolition and construction make for short tempers and unsettled routines. Temporarily storing furniture, seasonal clothing, extra linens, rarely used kitchen utensils, and other personal and household items can free up space so family life can continue as normally as possible during a remodel.

Life changes, such as storing the college student's belongings in a safe place until graduation, or storing personal property when parents or grandparents have left the family home can be solved with storage.

Businesses benefit from storage units. Storing household furniture and items creates room for a home office. A storage unit allows small businesses to carry a full inventory when on-premises storage is limited. Tools and materials can be kept in a storage unit and accessed as needed rather than locked in the work truck, or taking up space in the garage.

Mars Mega Storage is a full-service storage facility with totally enclosed indoor storage, mini-storage, and covered storage, including RV and boat storage. All of the storage units are easy to access and there are sizes to suit every need.
Paso Robles storage amenities include: 24/7 access, online bill pay, bathrooms and showers, conference room, complimentary refreshments, fully supplied wash area and dump station for boats and RVs. Other important features include state of the art security and a fully paved facility.
Mars Mega Storage 
101 Wellsona Road 
Paso Robles, CA 93446 
(805) 467-3200
This press release is by Paso Robles online advertising company Access Publishing, 806 9th Street, #2D, Paso Robles, CA 93446. (805) 226-9890.

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The new Illinois Senate Bill 690 tax law that goes into effect in 2020 significantly lowers the allowable trade-in tax credit for Illinois residents.*

CHICAGO (PRWEB) DECEMBER 01, 2019
Trading in a vehicle is a great way to reduce the cost of an exotic McLaren supercar at McLaren Chicago. However, with the passage of the new Illinois Senate Bill 690 tax law*, the tax credit that Illinois residents are allowed for trade-in vehicles will be significantly lowered. As of now, Illinois doesn't collect any sales tax on trade-in vehicles. However, with the signing of the new tax law by Governor J.B. Pritzker, this all changes. Starting on January 1, 2020, an Illinois resident that trades in a car that has a value of more than $10,000 will be charged for sales and local taxes for any amount that's above the $10,000 tax credit.
There is a considerable financial advantage to trading in a vehicle before 2020. The price of a new 2020 McLaren 720S Spider is $386,720. Before January 1, 2020, an Illinois resident could apply a trade-in tax credit of $200,000, resulting in a taxable value of $186,720 and a sales tax of $17,738.40. However, starting on January 1, 2020, the trade-in tax credit would only be $10,000, resulting in a taxable value of $376,720 and a sales tax of $35,788.40. This is a difference of $18,050.**
When trading in a vehicle at McLaren Chicago, automotive shoppers have an enticing selection of McLaren models to choose from at the dealership. Whether it's a Sports Series model like the 570S, 570S Spider, 600LT or 600LT Spider, a Super Series model like the 720S or 720S Spider, or the top-of-the-line McLaren Senna, McLaren owners can count on a phenomenal driving experience. Also, McLaren Chicago offers pre-owned McLaren models and pre-owned models of other luxury brands, such as Ferrari, Lamborghini, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi and Porsche.
Prior to visiting McLaren Chicago, prospective McLaren buyers can determine the trade-in value of their current vehicle by filling out a form on the dealership's website and enter pertinent details like year, make, model, trim, mileage and VIN. McLaren Chicago will evaluate the trade-in vehicle and then contact customers with a calculation of its value.
McLaren Chicago is located at 645 West Randolph Street in Chicago. The dealership can be contacted via telephone at (312) 635-6482.
*Illinois Senate Bill 690, Passed on June 28, 2019; Sources: Illinoispolicy.org (https://www.illinoispolicy.org/illinois-imposing-car-trade-in-tax-on-jan-1-dealers-call-it-double-taxation/), Illinois General Assembly (http://ilga.gov/legislation/101/SB/10100SB0690ham002.htm)
**Based on a 9.5% tax rate.

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American Portfolios announces the appointment of former OppenheimerFunds, Inc. Senior Advisor Consultant and Vice President Wendy Ehrlich, as well as Hofstra University Adjunct Associate Professor Linda Chan, to the American Portfolios Holdings, Inc. (APH) Board of Directors Advisory Board.

HOLBROOK, N.Y. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 02, 2019
American Portfolios Financial Services, Inc. (AP)—a privately-held, independent broker/dealer that serves financial professionals nationally—is pleased to announce that it has recently appointed former OppenheimerFunds, Inc. Senior Advisor Consultant and Vice President Wendy Ehrlich, as well as Hofstra University Adjunct Associate Professor Linda Chan, to the American Portfolios Holdings, Inc. (APH) Board of Directors Advisory Board.
"We're extremely fortunate and honored to have two such well-respected and accomplished industry leaders join our Advisory Board," states American Portfolios CEO Lon T. Dolber. "Both Wendy and Linda are graciously donating their time for the greater good because they believe in AP's vision. Their specialized knowledge will provide us with crucial insight in order to achieve the firm's many exciting, new initiatives." Chief Financial Officer Damon Joyner agrees, adding, "The blend of Wendy's expansive knowledge of opportunities within the financial services marketplace today, along with Linda's Go-to-Network concept and vast IT expertise, will complement the current services we provide to our customers, thus helping us achieve greater success as a firm for our clients and their end-clients."
The APH advisory board brings a diverse mix of outside expertise in the areas of broker/dealer infrastructure; correspondence clearing; investment banking; financial management; Web-based enterprise data management and financial services software development; financial service solutions reporting; and broad-based marketing. The addition of Ehrlich and Chan lends an added perspective of the financial services wholesaler industry, subscription-based models expertise and Internet technology, further rounding out the board with a full body of collective and vast knowledge to be a meaningful and contributing advisory board participant for AP board members, and senior and executive management teams.
About Wendy Ehrlich
Ehrlich, whose relationship with AP stems back 25-plus years, brings with her more than 35 years of financial services industry knowledge. Most recently, Ehrlich retired from OppenheimerFunds after 32 years—beginning her career with the global asset manager as the assistant vice president of relationship management, and later transitioning to senior advisor consultant and vice president. During her tenure, Ehrlich helped establish OppenheimerFunds' national accounts department; cultivated and managed relationships with home offices of national and regional broker/dealers; and was responsible for P&L relating to distribution agreements for various broker/dealers. She was also responsible for cultivating strong relationships with independent financial advisors throughout Long Island, strategically planning and managing the deployment of resources to maximize regional sales and asset retention. At OppenheimerFunds, Ehrlich achieved top decile market share annually for 15-plus years, effectively grew AUM to over $3 billion (the second highest level in the firm), maintained the lowest redemption rate of all regions, and was named Wholesaler of the Year for the New York Metro Division in 2009, 2001, 2014 and 2018.
Earlier in her career, Ehrlich served as the assistant vice president of special products for Gruntal & Company and as a financial advisor at E.F. Hutton & Company. She earned a Master of Business Administration, with a focus in finance and marketing, through New York University's Stern School of Business; is a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC); and holds the following financial services industry licenses: Series 7 and 63, and Life Insurance, Health, Variable Life and Variable Annuities.
About Linda Chan
Chan is an adjunct associate professor at Hofstra University teaching undergraduate business courses. With more than 20 years of leadership in implementing innovative global IT programs, she is an expert in leveraging global resources, capabilities and relationships to gain synergies to increase efficiency, support and business objectives to achieve maximum benefit from the IT investment through metrics and KPIs. Previous to her teaching career, she served as Nature's Bounty Company's vice president of digital and commercial solutions, where she leveraged resources and expertise to create improvements in integrated business planning; digital and enterprise resource planning platforms for global organizations; marketing cloud automation; a cyber security program; and more. She has leveraged data and digital to drive value to the business and aid in strategic decision making.
Earlier in her career, Chan served as the senior IT director, IT manager and IT infrastructure director for Veeco Instruments. She was also global IT infrastructure manager for Thompson Industries and network manager at MidCoast Mortgage. She obtained a Master of Business Administration, with a focus in business computer information systems, from Hofstra University, and her bachelor's degree in psychology from Binghamton University. She is a current and active member of the Athena Selection Committee and a Board Member of ListNet. Among her many professional awards and acknowledgements, Chan was named Woman of Excellence in 2018 by the New York Business Journal, and twice recognized by Long Island Business News as One of the Top 50 Most Influential Women for 2010 and 2012.
About American Portfolios
Headquartered in Holbrook, N.Y., American Portfolios Financial Services, Inc. (APFS) is a full-service, independent broker/dealer and member firm of FINRA and SIPC, offering a complete range of financial services, including personal financial and retirement planning, securities trading, mutual funds, access to investment research, long-term care planning, insurance products and tax-free investing. Fee-based asset management is offered through its sister subsidiary, American Portfolios Advisors, Inc., (APA), an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Both entities, along with technology entity American Portfolios Advisory Solutions, LLC, collectively reside under the legal entity American Portfolios Holdings, Inc. (APH). Full-service securities brokerage is available through a clearing firm relationship with Pershing, LLC, a BNY Mellon firm, the securities of which are held on a fully disclosed basis. The company currently serves 859 independent investment professionals located in 404 branch locations throughout the nation. It was named Broker-Dealer of the Year* (Division III) by Investment Advisor magazine in 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019; a wealthmanagement.com 2019 Industry Award Finalist in the category of Enhanced Customer Service Support**; one of the Best Companies to Work for in the state of New York for 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019 by the New York State Society for Human Resources Management (NYS-SHRM) and the Best Companies Group (BCG); and one of the Top Long Island Workplaces for 2018 by Newsday.
*Based on a poll of registered representatives conducted by Investment Advisor magazine. Broker/dealers rated highest by their representatives are awarded "Broker/Dealer (B/D) of the Year."
**Wealthmanagement.com Industry Award finalists are selected by a panel of independent judges made up of subject matter experts in the industry. Award is based on support provided to AP's affiliated people and does not reflect public customers nor their account performance.
American Portfolios Holdings, Inc. Advisory Board Members
Jay Lewis, founder of Nathan & Lewis Securities; Norman Malo, former CEO of National Financial; Arthur Goldberg, former CEO of Integrated Resources, Inc.; Steven E. Rothstein, former EVP and CFO of AIG Advisor Group, Inc.; Paul Tyler Sr., VP of Strategy and Corporate Development for Fidelity & Guaranty Life; Robert Moses, founder and principal of RJM Counsel, PLLC; Wendy Ehrlich, CRPC former Senior Advisor Consultant, Vice President OppenheimerFunds, Inc.; and Linda Chan, Adjunct Associate Professor, Hofstra University.

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Former OppenheimerFunds Senior Advisor Consultant and Vice President Wendy Ehrlich (left) and Hofstra University Adjunct Associate Professor Linda Chan (right).

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New mixed-use development by L37 includes new residences, a hip hotel, retail, dining and dedicated non-profit space and will soon transform the high-density submarket

SAN FRANCISCO (PRWEB) DECEMBER 02, 2019
L37, formerly Group i, a San Francisco-based real estate development and management firm, has unveiled its vision for Serif – a new mixed-use development in San Francisco's burgeoning Mid-Market neighborhood. Comprised of 242 condominium residences, Serif will also share its space with the sumptuously hip The LINE hotel, retail and dining experiences, and the legendary Magic Theatre. A collaboration between Bjarke Ingels Group, Handel Architects, IwamotoScott Architecture and Surfacedesign, Inc., Serif illustrates the revitalization of a rapidly changing section of Market Street.
Comprised of studios, junior one-bedrooms, and one- and two-bedrooms, residences range from approximately 450 to 1,200 square feet with prices starting in the $500,000s. Minimalistic and modern, with an eye toward the urban context, the residences at Serif are raw and industrial yet thoughtfully crafted— every detail is designed to complement the energy and eclecticism of Mid-Market. Serif residents will also have private access to indoor and outdoor amenity spaces including a landscaped rooftop solarium equipped with a library and bar, not to mention a chef-grade kitchen for private events. Additional amenities include a fitness center with yoga room and state-of-the-art fitness equipment, pet spa, dog run and 24/7 attended lobby.
"We are excited to reignite a neighborhood rich with history and culture," said Joy Ou, Managing Partner of L37. "Serif will hold something for everyone, from streamlined modern living spaces to eclectic dining and entertainment, offering a community gathering place in the heart of Mid-Market. We are excited to bring this vision to life and look forward to working collaboratively with the City as we introduce a highly-anticipated destination to the neighborhood."
Located on the corner of Market and Turk Street, Serif bridges the dynamic and diverse Tenderloin neighborhood with the retail and commercial district of Market Street and Union Square, reimagining the architecture of Market Street circa 1905. The bright white, textured facade takes cues from contemporary architecture, while the flatiron at Turk and Market recalls early 20th century San Francisco.
Serif is home to The LINE, a lifestyle hotel created by Sydell Group, which is known for its exceptional mix of entertainment, programming and culinary experiences. The 236-room hotel design was led by Sydell with interiors by Sean Knibb. The hotel will feature a ground-floor bar and restaurant in addition to a rooftop bar with panoramic City views. The LINE's design ethos draws from both past and future, incorporating the neighborhood's complex history and embracing its vibrant evolution into twenty-first century San Francisco. In addition to San Francisco, there are LINE hotels in Los Angeles, Washington DC, and Austin and another under construction in Atlanta.
While the Turk side of the building features a bike cafe, the Market side is home to a locally owned restaurant and bar, and a beer garden operated by The LINE hotel. In addition to the non-profit Magic Theatre, Serif shares the space with several local businesses, including a flower shop.
A confluence of the eclectic, Mid-Market is no longer filled with vacant storefronts, it's where a new generation of restaurants and bars are cropping up alongside long-standing landmarks of the City's theater, music and LGBTQ scenes. A short walk from the city's best – Union Square, the Financial District, SoMa, the Tenderloin, Nob Hill – Serif truly is the middle of everywhere.
SoMa, the Tenderloin, Hayes Valley, Nob Hill, the Mission, Union Square, the Financial District—all are within a short walk of Serif, as are icons such as City Hall and the Ferry Building. Biking is also an option, with four bike-share docks within three blocks. For longer journeys, Powell Street Station, one block away, is a major stop for Bart, Muni, and one of the last remaining cable cars in the city. Numerous buses and the F Market streetcar also pass right in front of Serif.
Serif is located at 950 Market Street. Sales are slated to launch in Spring 2020 with completion anticipated for Q1 2021. Look again at serifsf.com.
About L37 
L37 prides itself on being a design-oriented and civic-minded real estate developer. No matter how big or small the project, we bring a holistic approach to design that actually builds and revitalizes urban communities. Our projects embrace and highlight the complications of the urban world. We believe serendipitous interactions create dynamic environments; when there are issues to solve, that's where we find the best opportunities for innovation, entrepreneurship and collaboration.
Media Contact: 
Dania Jimenez I Erica Feher 
Murphy O'Brien 
Serif@murphyobrien.com 
310.586.7185

"We are excited to reignite a neighborhood rich with history and culture," said Joy Ou, Managing Partner of L37.



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American Portfolios announces the appointment of former OppenheimerFunds, Inc. Senior Advisor Consultant and Vice President Wendy Ehrlich, as well as Hofstra University Adjunct Associate Professor Linda Chan, to the American Portfolios Holdings, Inc. (APH) Board of Directors Advisory Board.

HOLBROOK, N.Y. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 02, 2019
American Portfolios Financial Services, Inc. (AP)—a privately-held, independent broker/dealer that serves financial professionals nationally—is pleased to announce that it has recently appointed former OppenheimerFunds, Inc. Senior Advisor Consultant and Vice President Wendy Ehrlich, as well as Hofstra University Adjunct Associate Professor Linda Chan, to the American Portfolios Holdings, Inc. (APH) Board of Directors Advisory Board.
"We're extremely fortunate and honored to have two such well-respected and accomplished industry leaders join our Advisory Board," states American Portfolios CEO Lon T. Dolber. "Both Wendy and Linda are graciously donating their time for the greater good because they believe in AP's vision. Their specialized knowledge will provide us with crucial insight in order to achieve the firm's many exciting, new initiatives." Chief Financial Officer Damon Joyner agrees, adding, "The blend of Wendy's expansive knowledge of opportunities within the financial services marketplace today, along with Linda's Go-to-Network concept and vast IT expertise, will complement the current services we provide to our customers, thus helping us achieve greater success as a firm for our clients and their end-clients."
The APH advisory board brings a diverse mix of outside expertise in the areas of broker/dealer infrastructure; correspondence clearing; investment banking; financial management; Web-based enterprise data management and financial services software development; financial service solutions reporting; and broad-based marketing. The addition of Ehrlich and Chan lends an added perspective of the financial services wholesaler industry, subscription-based models expertise and Internet technology, further rounding out the board with a full body of collective and vast knowledge to be a meaningful and contributing advisory board participant for AP board members, and senior and executive management teams.
About Wendy Ehrlich
Ehrlich, whose relationship with AP stems back 25-plus years, brings with her more than 35 years of financial services industry knowledge. Most recently, Ehrlich retired from OppenheimerFunds after 32 years—beginning her career with the global asset manager as the assistant vice president of relationship management, and later transitioning to senior advisor consultant and vice president. During her tenure, Ehrlich helped establish OppenheimerFunds' national accounts department; cultivated and managed relationships with home offices of national and regional broker/dealers; and was responsible for P&L relating to distribution agreements for various broker/dealers. She was also responsible for cultivating strong relationships with independent financial advisors throughout Long Island, strategically planning and managing the deployment of resources to maximize regional sales and asset retention. At OppenheimerFunds, Ehrlich achieved top decile market share annually for 15-plus years, effectively grew AUM to over $3 billion (the second highest level in the firm), maintained the lowest redemption rate of all regions, and was named Wholesaler of the Year for the New York Metro Division in 2009, 2001, 2014 and 2018.
Earlier in her career, Ehrlich served as the assistant vice president of special products for Gruntal & Company and as a financial advisor at E.F. Hutton & Company. She earned a Master of Business Administration, with a focus in finance and marketing, through New York University's Stern School of Business; is a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC); and holds the following financial services industry licenses: Series 7 and 63, and Life Insurance, Health, Variable Life and Variable Annuities.
About Linda Chan
Chan is an adjunct associate professor at Hofstra University teaching undergraduate business courses. With more than 20 years of leadership in implementing innovative global IT programs, she is an expert in leveraging global resources, capabilities and relationships to gain synergies to increase efficiency, support and business objectives to achieve maximum benefit from the IT investment through metrics and KPIs. Previous to her teaching career, she served as Nature's Bounty Company's vice president of digital and commercial solutions, where she leveraged resources and expertise to create improvements in integrated business planning; digital and enterprise resource planning platforms for global organizations; marketing cloud automation; a cyber security program; and more. She has leveraged data and digital to drive value to the business and aid in strategic decision making.
Earlier in her career, Chan served as the senior IT director, IT manager and IT infrastructure director for Veeco Instruments. She was also global IT infrastructure manager for Thompson Industries and network manager at MidCoast Mortgage. She obtained a Master of Business Administration, with a focus in business computer information systems, from Hofstra University, and her bachelor's degree in psychology from Binghamton University. She is a current and active member of the Athena Selection Committee and a Board Member of ListNet. Among her many professional awards and acknowledgements, Chan was named Woman of Excellence in 2018 by the New York Business Journal, and twice recognized by Long Island Business News as One of the Top 50 Most Influential Women for 2010 and 2012.
About American Portfolios
Headquartered in Holbrook, N.Y., American Portfolios Financial Services, Inc. (APFS) is a full-service, independent broker/dealer and member firm of FINRA and SIPC, offering a complete range of financial services, including personal financial and retirement planning, securities trading, mutual funds, access to investment research, long-term care planning, insurance products and tax-free investing. Fee-based asset management is offered through its sister subsidiary, American Portfolios Advisors, Inc., (APA), an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Both entities, along with technology entity American Portfolios Advisory Solutions, LLC, collectively reside under the legal entity American Portfolios Holdings, Inc. (APH). Full-service securities brokerage is available through a clearing firm relationship with Pershing, LLC, a BNY Mellon firm, the securities of which are held on a fully disclosed basis. The company currently serves 859 independent investment professionals located in 404 branch locations throughout the nation. It was named Broker-Dealer of the Year* (Division III) by Investment Advisor magazine in 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019; a wealthmanagement.com 2019 Industry Award Finalist in the category of Enhanced Customer Service Support**; one of the Best Companies to Work for in the state of New York for 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019 by the New York State Society for Human Resources Management (NYS-SHRM) and the Best Companies Group (BCG); and one of the Top Long Island Workplaces for 2018 by Newsday.
*Based on a poll of registered representatives conducted by Investment Advisor magazine. Broker/dealers rated highest by their representatives are awarded "Broker/Dealer (B/D) of the Year."
**Wealthmanagement.com Industry Award finalists are selected by a panel of independent judges made up of subject matter experts in the industry. Award is based on support provided to AP's affiliated people and does not reflect public customers nor their account performance.
American Portfolios Holdings, Inc. Advisory Board Members
Jay Lewis, founder of Nathan & Lewis Securities; Norman Malo, former CEO of National Financial; Arthur Goldberg, former CEO of Integrated Resources, Inc.; Steven E. Rothstein, former EVP and CFO of AIG Advisor Group, Inc.; Paul Tyler Sr., VP of Strategy and Corporate Development for Fidelity & Guaranty Life; Robert Moses, founder and principal of RJM Counsel, PLLC; Wendy Ehrlich, CRPC former Senior Advisor Consultant, Vice President OppenheimerFunds, Inc.; and Linda Chan, Adjunct Associate Professor, Hofstra University.

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Former OppenheimerFunds Senior Advisor Consultant and Vice President Wendy Ehrlich (left) and Hofstra University Adjunct Associate Professor Linda Chan (right).

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One of the hardest parts of holiday shopping is setting your budget. But without a budget, it's very easy to overspend and have a ton of bills to pay after the holidays. Here are 8 tips you can use for setting your holiday spending budget.

NEW YORK (PRWEB) DECEMBER 02, 2019
One of the hardest parts of holiday shopping is setting your budget. But without a budget, it's very easy to overspend and have a ton of bills to pay after the holidays. Below are 8 tips you can use for setting your holiday spending budget.
Make a Recipient List 
First, you want to make a list of who you must buy gifts for – friends, family members, teachers, bosses, coworkers, anyone you might need a gift for. This will help you know who you have to purchase for.
Set Your Amount 
Once you know how many people you to buy for, it's time to figure out how much you can spend. If you have friends you exchange gifts with, you can have an agreed-upon amount. The same thing goes for an office gift exchange, which usually has a maximum amount.
Make Sure You're Realistic 
When you're creating your budget, be realistic. You want to have a budget that isn't too strict or too lax so you can overspend. The last thing you want to do is to have a lot of credit card debt that you can't pay off or dip into your savings.
Make a Fund Specifically for Holidays 
This is something you can do in the beginning of the year. Put a certain amount in it every week starting in January and you'll have a good start at the beginning of next holiday season. Just think – if you just put $25 in the bank every week for 9 months, you'll have $900.
Look for Bargains 
You can look for bargains online, but you would also be surprised at the great gifts you can get in dollar stores and Five Below. Don't have a Five Below near you? They do have a website, and everything is $5 and under. These types of stores are great places to go for stocking stuffers, which can end up costing a small fortune.
Think of Meaningful Gifts that You Can Buy 
A gift doesn't have to cost a fortune to be something that they'll love. A grandparent would love getting a photo book of the grandchildren and many photo sites will have great sales on photo gifts around the year, often for less than you can expect.
Regularly Review Your Lists 
It's important to review your list on a regular basis. Not only will this let you know how you are doing, but it also will help you know what you're looking for when shopping for people.
Set Alerts 
Use the power of your phone to set up alerts for sales. This will let you know when something that you're looking for is on sale so you can snag it.
These are 8 tips that you can use for creating a budget that you can use for holiday shopping. You'll find that shopping is a lot more enjoyable and that the holidays aren't something that you have to dread. When you have a budget and you stick to it, holiday shopping can be fun because it's like a treasure hunt for bargains.
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Leading healthcare staffing firm and home care franchisor, honored for its innovative hiring and retention initiative

SUNRISE, FLA. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 02, 2019
Interim HealthCare Inc., a national franchisor of home care, hospice and healthcare staffing, is a silver winner of the 2019 Workforce: Optimas Awards. Selected for its multi-pronged approach to building a strong workforce, Interim HealthCare's commitment to this initiative is first and foremost to help combat the nation's caregiver shortage. By 2025, the U.S. will need to hire 2.5 million new healthcare workers to care for its aging population. The award program, now in its 29th year, recognizes and celebrates human resources successes in solving business challenges.
Interim HealthCare's initiative included dashboards designed to convert candidates into employees and track and build workforce utilization, bi-annual contests and caregiver professional development courses. Through these efforts, Interim HealthCare was able to help its network of franchisees generate five times the number of candidates, and when considering the low unemployment rates and increased competition for qualified candidates, this is a significant increase.
"For our owners, the recruitment and retention of caregivers and other healthcare professionals is vital to business operations. According to industry reports, caregiver turnover is as high as 82 percent, further highlighting that building the right tools and resources to help our network of franchisees match the right care professionals to the right clients and patients is of highest priority," said Jennifer Sheets, Interim HealthCare Inc. CEO and President. "This honor is a testament to our continued efforts to ensure that the needs of our local communities are not only met but we exceed expectations in every interaction."
Interim HealthCare was also recently recognized by Staffing Industry Analysts on its annual lists as one of the Largest Healthcare Staffing Firms (ranked No. 45) and one of the Largest Per Diem Staffing Firms (ranked No. 10).
For more information about Interim HealthCare, please visit https://www.interimhealthcare.com/.
About Interim HealthCare Inc. 
Interim HealthCare Inc., founded in 1966, is a leading national franchisor of home care, hospice and healthcare staffing. It is part of Caring Brands International, which also includes UK-based Bluebird Care and Australia-based Just Better Care, both well-known franchise brands in their countries. With more than 530 franchise locations in seven countries, Caring Brands International is a global healthcare leader.
Interim HealthCare in the United States is unique in combining the commitment of local ownership with the support of a national organization that develops innovative programs and quality standards that improve the delivery of service. Franchisees employ nurses, therapists, aides, companions and other healthcare professionals who provide 25 million hours of home care service to 190,000 people each year, meeting a variety of home health, senior care, hospice, palliative care, pediatric care and healthcare staffing needs. For more information or to locate an Interim HealthCare office, visit http://www.interimhealthcare.com.

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SAN ANTONIO (PRWEB) DECEMBER 02, 2019
The deadline is fast approaching for youth ages 13 to 18 in military families to be nominated for a $10,000 cash grant, a trip to Washington, D.C., and the honor of being a Military Child of the Year. Operation Homefront, a national nonprofit with the mission of building strong, stable, and secure military families, will accept nominations for the 2020 Military Child of the Year Awards as well as applications for the 2020 Military Child of the Year Award for Innovation through December 9.
The annual awards will recognize seven outstanding young people ages 13 to 18. The six recipients of the Military Child of the Year Award will represent a branch of the armed forces — the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, and National Guard — for their resiliency, leadership, achievement, and other criteria while facing the challenges of military family life.
The seventh award is the Military Child of the Year Award for Innovation presented by global technology and consulting firm Booz Allen Hamilton. This award goes to a military child who has designed a bold and creative solution to address a local, regional, or global challenge. The Military Child of the Year Award for Innovation recipient will be partnered with mentors from Booz Allen Hamilton to develop a plan to scale the recipient's project.
Anyone may nominate a military child for a service branch Military Child of the Year Award. The child must be between the ages of 13 and 18, at the time of nomination, and a legal military dependent, confirmed by the DEERS enrollment form. Family members, teachers, coaches, counselors, clergy, neighbors, and friends are encouraged to nominate outstanding military children.
To apply, visit http://www.militarychildoftheyear.org/Nominee/Nominationand click on "Nominate a Child Here." Youth interested in the Innovation Award do not need to be nominated, and may apply directly at http://www.militarychildoftheyear.org/Nominee/Nominationand click on "Apply for the Innovation Award Here." Military children may be nominated for the Military Child of the Year Award and are also eligible to apply for the Military Child of the Year Award for Innovation.
All awards will be presented at the annual recognition gala April 2, 2020, in the nation's capital, during which senior leaders from each branch of the service will present the award.
About Operation Homefront: Founded in 2002, Operation Homefront is a national nonprofit organization whose mission is to build strong, stable, and secure military families so that they can thrive – not simply struggle to get by – in the communities they have worked so hard to protect. Recognized for superior performance by leading independent charity oversight groups, 92 percent of Operation Homefront expenditures go directly to programs that support tens of thousands of military families each year. Operation Homefront provides critical financial assistance, transitional and permanent housing and family support services to prevent short-term needs from turning into chronic, long-term struggles. Thanks to the generosity of our donors and the support from thousands of volunteers, Operation Homefront proudly serves America's military families. For more information, visit http://www.operationhomefront.org.

The annual awards will recognize seven outstanding young people ages 13 to 18 for their resiliency, leadership, achievement, and other criteria while facing the challenges of military family life.



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EDMOND, OKLA. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 02, 2019
Real Time Pain Relief, makers of the popular rub-on pain relief lotion and products, today announced they have partnered with Jeff Galloway. A lifetime runner, All-American collegiate athlete and member of the 1972 US Olympic Team in the 10,000 meters, Galloway has spent his life teaching others how to get active and stay active. From the young cross-country hopeful to the middle age newbie, his lectures and books have helped over a million people cross the finish line and earned him the title of America's Coach.
Galloway designed his method in 1973 to help beginners start running. Strategic walk breaks allow the runner to control fatigue, virtually eliminating significant running injuries. He does not adhere to the "no pain, no gain" mantra. Instead, Galloway is often heard saying, "Fitness, when done correctly always leaves you feeling better." For this reason, Real Time Pain Relief is proud to partner with Galloway, to support anyone's fitness goals with Real Time ACTIVE Pain Relief Cream.
Galloway is featured on a co-branded 3 oz Roll-On Real Time ACTIVE Pain Relief Cream that will be promoted in his newsletters, social media and his running stores. It is available for purchase here. The new formula is homeopathic and provides gentle but effective pain relief. Users can stay focused on their workout while enjoying the following benefits: 

Sweat-resistant and absorbs quickly without any greasy residue.

No harsh chemicals - free of parabens, SLS, artificial dyes, GMOs, NSAIDs and acetaminophen.

No burn. Contains less menthol than many other leading brands - no burn or uncomfortable topical sensation.

No medicinal smell.

"I've been using Real Time Pain Relief and like it a lot," said Galloway. "I've recommended it to hundreds of runners and I have only received positive feedback. I'm happy to be a part of the Real Time Pain Relief team."
"Jeff's approach helps anyone create a doable plan that opens up to the possibility of a life-changing experience of finishing a distance event," said Meredith Wolfley, Director of Partnerships at Real Time Pain Relief. "His methods reduce aches, pains and injuries while helping people of all abilities enjoy exercise at any age. We're thrilled to have Jeff partner with RTPR to promote Real Time ACTIVE Pain Relief Cream."
Visit https://rtpr.com/active-pain-relief to purchase Real Time Pain Relief products or go to http://www.jeffgalloway.com/ to learn more about Jeff Galloway.
About Real Time Pain Relief (RTPR) 
For over 20 years, Real Time Pain Relief has made pain relief lotions available to families across America. In 2019, RTPR partnered with legendary champion George Foreman to launch its most powerful pain relief solution ever - George Foreman's Knockout FormulaTM. Infused with nature's ingredients and free of NSAIDs, acetaminophen, parabens, SLS, and artificial dyes, Real Time Pain Relief formulas contain the recipe for success. For pain relief you can trust, choose Real Time Pain Relief. Real Time Pain Relief is an FDA registered OTC, pain relief product. Visit rtpr.com to learn more about Real Time Pain Relief.

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Galloway is featured on a co-branded 3 oz Roll-On Real Time ACTIVE Pain Relief Cream.

"I've recommended it to hundreds of runners and I have only received positive feedback," said Jeff Galloway.




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The charitable arm of The Signature Real Estate Companies executes another charity golf tournament at the prestigious Gleneagles Country Club, Delray Beach, FL in support of children undergoing complex limb-corrective surgery at The Paley Orthopedic & Spine Institute at St. Mary's Hospital. Signature Gives Back guest-hosts eight-year-old golf prodigy, Tommy Morrissey, famous one-arm golfer, knocks down barriers and shows world athletics knows no bounds.

BOCA RATON, FLA. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 02, 2019
Welcoming the day with a variety of golfers at the prestigious Gleneagles Country Club, Nov. 7, 2019, Signature Gives Back (SGB), the philanthropic arm of The Signature Real Estate Companies (Signature), rang in the day's charge of fundraising, saluting veterans worldwide and hosting 8-year-old, one-arm golf prodigy, Tommy Morrissey, for another highly successful golf tournament.
"Events such as charity golf tournaments require a lot of creativity, hard work, and perseverance. We certainly were blessed to have so many passionate and hard-working volunteers," says Jack Jaiven, SGB Committee Co-Chair and Executive Vice President & Principal of Signature.
"With Presenting Sponsor, Signature Home Warranty (Powered by Cinch Home Services)—and 15 other major sponsors--we couldn't have asked for a more successful South Florida event in the company of our REALTORS, affiliates, partners, vendors and community at large. We turn our most special thanks to our incredibly gifted and committed Event Chairs: Wendy Pressner, Ivan M Benjamin, Jr., Gayle Elliott, Melainey Gunning, Rachel and Robert Gleichenhaus, John Goss, Jr., and Judy LeComte."
Says Pressner, SGB Committee Co-Chair, "We placed a fantastic amount of energy and passion into producing this tournament and, because of this, we executed a highly successful event. Ivan M Benjamin, Jr., a fellow Vice President on the SGB Board of Directors, agrees.
"Our team members prove to our other SGB stakeholders that working together persistently and with allegiance is the best route we can take to serve our community's ongoing needs. There are many, and ours is an open-door policy. We listen carefully to learn how we can help."
Past grant recipients (Best Foot Forward and Showering Love), as well as sponsors Delray Honda, Bridgestone Golf, Simply the Best magazine, The American Fundraising Foundation (AmFund, with "trips of a lifetime"), and Hoffman's Chocolates joined the charity, "fun-raising" affair, adds Jaiven.
Broker-President & Principal of Signature, Ben G. Schachter, took the day to attend the tournament and had this to say upon reflection:
"Moderating the awards cocktail reception and silent auction, spending time with Tommy and all of our guests, I couldn't think of any place more important to be that day. Helping children is chief among our goals. Our Signature team members represent the best and brightest of philanthropists, providing frequent funding and volunteer hours to several local charities, including The Soup Kitchen, Habitat for Humanity, Forgotten Soldiers Outreach, and an impressive array of other charities."
Last month, during a tour of the unLIMBited Foundation at The Paley Institute, SGB Board of Directors officers visited the youngest of its grant recipients, two-year-old Dameon Hunt of North Carolina, following his second (successful) surgery to lengthen both legs. Proceeds from last year's SGB-sponsored golf tournament played a crucial role in supporting Dameon and his family with their housing costs during and after his surgery. The unLIMBited Foundation at The Paley Institute coordinated his surgical and housing plans, with Tommy's mom and Honorary Chair of the golf tournament, Marcia Morrissey, at the helm.
Also, in October, Pressner, Benjamin, Jr., and LeComte joined The Morrissey Family at an intimate fundraiser, "Barrels and Bites," hosted by The Paley Institute's namesake, surgeon Dr. Dror Paley, and his wife. The takeaway was a strengthened resolve to convey to fellow Signature team members and SGB supporters the intricacies of complex limb-correction surgery and the ongoing housing accommodations needed by pediatric patients and their accompanying families.
Signature Gives Back encourages all Signature team members to "Be the Change You Wish to See in The World." Learn the best way through SignatureGivesBack.com.
For more trending news about Signature, visit SignatureRealEstateCompanies.com and SignatureFlorida.com.

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Gayle Elliott, Jack Jaiven, Wendy Pressner, Robert Gleichenhaus, John Goss, Jr., Judith LeComte, Ivan M Benjamin, Jr., and Ben G. Schachter. Front: Rachel Gleichenhaus and Melainey Gunning

"Helping children is chief among our goals. Our Signature team members represent the best and brightest of philanthropists, providing frequent funding and volunteer hours to several local charities...." --Ben G. Schachter




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Angela Territo joins Engel & Völkers Delray Beach as newest broker associate.

DELRAY BEACH, FLA. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 02, 2019
Engel & Völkers Delray Beach today announced that Angela Territo will join its shop as a Real Estate Advisor, Broker Associate dedicated to serving the specialized, residential property needs within Delray Beach, Highland Beach and Boca Raton.
"Angela makes a wonderful addition to our talented team," said Lenny Felberbaum, License Partner of Engel & Völkers Delray Beach. "Our real estate advisors are highly trained, dedicated to their professions and truly understand our clients' special needs in the high-end real estate market. I am confident that Angela will feel perfectly at home in our shop and will push us to even greater success."
Territo joins Engel & Völkers Florida with nearly 40 years of experience in the real estate industry. In addition to her new position at Engel & Völkers Delray, Territo continues to operate her consulting company, Angela Territo Training & Coaching, LLC where she has coached over 50,000 realtors, broker owners and leadership teams.
"Not every real estate agent is the best fit for our shops," explained Peter Giese, Growth Chief Officer of Engel & Völkers Florida. "Engel & Völkers has high expectations of its real estate advisors to participate in continuous training and to work toward a European definition of service that isn't often found in real estate here in the Americas. Angela clearly can handle that challenge and will deliver outstanding results to her customers."
Engel & Völkers Delray Beach currently employs 36 advisors and first opened its doors in 2016.

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Angela Territo, newest Broker Associate at Engel & Völkers Delray Beach

Angela makes a wonderful addition to our talented team.




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The Providence Group opens for sales at walkable townhome community

SMYRNA, GA. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 03, 2019
The Providence Group of Georgia, LLC, a Green Brick Partner, is excited to announce it is now selling new Smyrna townhomes at Pruitt Walk, its latest walkable townhome community. Priced from the $400,000s, Pruitt Walk offers a low-maintenance lifestyle in a sought-after, walkable locale.
Ranging from 1,995 to 2,363 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, the three-story townhomes offer three-to-four bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths and two-car garages with rear- and front- entry options available. Pruitt Walk will feature just 23 luxury townhomes with homes currently under construction and spring 2020 move-in dates.
Designed and crafted with homebuyers' lives in mind, townhomes at Pruitt Walk blend refreshing modern architectural exterior style while interior designs offer spacious living spaces, thoughtful outdoor spaces and convenient elevator options. Homebuyers also have the opportunity to add their own personal touches to their new townhome at the builder's award-winning Design Studio.
Conveniently located in the heart of Smyrna, Pruitt Walk is walkable to shopping and dining at Market Village and Belmont. SunTrust Park and The Battery are also nearby for additional entertainment options. Pruitt Walk will also feature greenspace and HOA-maintained lawncare and landscaping.
Children residing at Pruitt Walk will attend Campbell High, Campbell Middle and Smyrna Elementary.
Pruitt Walk is located at 2885 Elmwood Drive in Smyrna. Contact the New Home Navigator at 678-591-1930 or visit http://www.theprovidencegroup.com/pruitt-walk to learn more about the new Smyrna townhomes now selling at Pruitt Walk, or join the VIP Interest List to be the first to receive updates on home designs, presale events and the model home grand opening.
About The Providence Group of Georgia, LLC 
The Providence Group of Georgia LLC was ranked No. 11 largest builder in Atlanta by Atlanta Business Chronicle in October 2017, and Green Brick Partners is ranked No. 56 on BUILDER Magazine's 2018 Builder 100 List. Atlanta native, Warren Jolly, serves as president of The Providence Group of Georgia LLC. Between Warren Jolly and his dad Pete Jolly, they bring a combined 50+ years of development, home building and marketing experience to The Providence Group. Together, they have built and developed in prime locations throughout metro Atlanta with unique trademarks such as luxury low maintenance lifestyles, livable and unique floor plans and stunning exterior designs. The Providence Group offers homebuyers a 5,000-square-foot Design Studio showcasing upscale interior, exterior and outdoor living design options. The Providence Group is a subsidiary of Green Brick Partners (NASDAQ symbol GRBK). For more information about The Providence Group and its commitment to Making Space for Life, visit http://www.theprovidencegroup.com.

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Music for the Mission announces that every download of its recording "We Are One (Christmas is Here)" will feed a family of three this holiday season.

SYRACUSE, N.Y. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 03, 2019
"We Are One (Christmas is Here)" is a Music for the Mission musical collaboration of over 40 local musicians and vocalists. Written by multi-gold record songwriter Bob Halligan, Jr. of Ceili Rain, "We Are One (Christmas is Here)" is an amazing song that tells the heartfelt story of how one person can make a difference in the lives of one and many.
"We Are One (Christmas is Here)" is now available to purchase at .99 cents per download, with each download feeding a family of three this holiday season. "All proceeds from downloads go directly to Music for the Mission, Stanley Law's charitable organization that I established a decade ago," said attorney Joe Stanley, partner at Stanley Law and founder of Music for the Mission.
Music for the Mission raises money and awareness for the hungry and homeless and directs the money predominantly through "mini-grants" to those organizations who have the resources and are on the frontlines of feeding and sheltering those in need. The altruistic organization strongly believes that music, with its innate ability to energize, engage, and connect people, can contribute to the rehabilitation of those who need it most.
"We Are One (Christmas is Here)" is available on Amazon, Apple Music and CD Baby. It can also be purchased on the Music for the Mission website.
"We encourage you to purchase the song and be a part of this amazing tribute to local music and local giving," concluded Stanley. "'We Are One (Christmas is Here)' will inspire listeners of all ages and is a song of compassion, giving and understanding in a time when together, we can be the joy and peace in the world we wish to see."
About The Stanley Law Offices, LLP 
The Stanley Law Offices, LLP has five offices located in central New York and northern Pennsylvania, including Syracuse, Binghamton, Watertown and Rochester, NY, as well as Montrose, PA. The firm focuses on personal injury law, car crashes, construction accidents, premise liability injuries, auto accident cases, workers' compensation and accident-related law. For more information, please call 1-800-608-3333, or visit http://www.stanleylawoffices.com. To read more about Stanley Law in the news, please visit https://thenala.com/media-room/media-room-detail/the-stanley-law-offices-llp.
For media inquiries, please call THE NALA at 805.650.6121, ext. 361.

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Drivers of Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans can find genuine parts at Mercedes-Benz Arrowhead Sprinter

PEORIA, ARIZ. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 03, 2019
Mercedes-Benz Arrowhead Sprinter is a Mercedes-Benz dealership serving the Phoenix area from the nearby town of Peoria. The dealership focuses on Mercedes-Benz work vans, specifically Sprinter and Metris models. They sell cargo, passenger and crew vans for a variety of businesses. Plus, they offer vehicle service, with technicians that know their way around a Mercedes-Benz van. Currently, the dealership is promoting its selection of genuine Sprinter parts.
Vehicle manufacturers suggest genuine parts for vehicle service and repair. For drivers interested in purchasing genuine Sprinter parts, Mercedes-Benz Arrowhead Sprinter offers an online form on its website, arrowheadmbsprinter.com. In order to use the online form to order parts, customers should have their own contact information, vehicle information and information on the desired parts. It is also asked that they choose between a part only or a part plus installation purchase. Purchasing a part with installation will usually result in an additional fee. Customers can schedule a service appointmentfor the installation of a new vehicle part. This can also be done on the dealership's website.
Drivers who are looking for more information on genuine Mercedes-Benz Sprinter parts or who would like to order a part today are instructed to go to the dealership's website and hover over "Parts and Services" which will trigger a drop-down menu to appear. From there, they can select "Sprinter Parts" for more information or "Schedule Service" to request a service appointment. Other website features include dealership contact information and additional service information.




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Music for the Mission announces that every download of its recording "We Are One (Christmas is Here)" will feed a family of three this holiday season.

SYRACUSE, N.Y. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 03, 2019
"We Are One (Christmas is Here)" is a Music for the Mission musical collaboration of over 40 local musicians and vocalists. Written by multi-gold record songwriter Bob Halligan, Jr. of Ceili Rain, "We Are One (Christmas is Here)" is an amazing song that tells the heartfelt story of how one person can make a difference in the lives of one and many.
"We Are One (Christmas is Here)" is now available to purchase at .99 cents per download, with each download feeding a family of three this holiday season. "All proceeds from downloads go directly to Music for the Mission, Stanley Law's charitable organization that I established a decade ago," said attorney Joe Stanley, partner at Stanley Law and founder of Music for the Mission.
Music for the Mission raises money and awareness for the hungry and homeless and directs the money predominantly through "mini-grants" to those organizations who have the resources and are on the frontlines of feeding and sheltering those in need. The altruistic organization strongly believes that music, with its innate ability to energize, engage, and connect people, can contribute to the rehabilitation of those who need it most.
"We Are One (Christmas is Here)" is available on Amazon, Apple Music and CD Baby. It can also be purchased on the Music for the Mission website.
"We encourage you to purchase the song and be a part of this amazing tribute to local music and local giving," concluded Stanley. "'We Are One (Christmas is Here)' will inspire listeners of all ages and is a song of compassion, giving and understanding in a time when together, we can be the joy and peace in the world we wish to see."
About The Stanley Law Offices, LLP 
The Stanley Law Offices, LLP has five offices located in central New York and northern Pennsylvania, including Syracuse, Binghamton, Watertown and Rochester, NY, as well as Montrose, PA. The firm focuses on personal injury law, car crashes, construction accidents, premise liability injuries, auto accident cases, workers' compensation and accident-related law. For more information, please call 1-800-608-3333, or visit http://www.stanleylawoffices.com. To read more about Stanley Law in the news, please visit https://thenala.com/media-room/media-room-detail/the-stanley-law-offices-llp.
For media inquiries, please call THE NALA at 805.650.6121, ext. 361.

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Stay Away Rodent marks the latest addition to the pest control brand's plant-based Stay Away product line for home use.

BISMARCK, N.D. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 03, 2019
EarthKind, manufacturers of award-winning, plant-based pest repellent products, has added Stay Away Rodent to its line of home pest repellents. The botanical rodent repellent is federally registered by the U.S. EPA for use in all 50 states and District of Columbia, making reliable DIY pest prevention available to all consumers nationwide.
EarthKind is on a mission to reduce consumer reliance on harmful pest control methods. Using unique blends of plant fibers and essential oils proven to repel rodents in the home, EarthKind makes pest control simple -- without killing and without poisons.
Stay Away Rodent mirrors EarthKind's award-winning Fresh Cab Botanical Rodent Repellent formula, which was the first botanical rodent repellent, for private and professional use, to be Federally Registered by the EPA. While Fresh Cab is designed to function in enclosed, non-living areas such as RV's, sheds, attics, storage areas, stored vehicles, and in farm vehicles and equipment, EarthKind's latest Stay Away Rodent pouch brings the power of Fresh Cab into the home. Stay Away Rodent's highly effective formula is safe for use around children and pets when used as directed.
"We are excited to expand our Stay Away line with the our new Stay Away Rodent product," comments Kari Warberg Block, CEO and Founder of EarthKind. "At EarthKind, we are determined to always uphold, honor, and propel the power of Mother Nature into our products, so that we can foster a healthy environment for the home and our families," states Warberg Block, "Elevating EarthKind's original Fresh Cab formula to expand its reach into the home is not only gratifying, but helps continue to give consumers safe, natural, effective and eco-friendly options for pest control."
Stay Away Rodent's fast-acting, plant-powered ingredients are sourced with 80% coming from American regenerative family farms, upholding EarthKind's commitment to sustaining a transparent ingredient supply-chain. The formula, consisting of balsam fir oil, lavender oil, Spanish rosemary oil, cedar oil, orange oil, lemon oil and plant fibers, generates a powerful scent that, while pleasant to us, effectively disturbs mice and rats' highly-sensitive scent receptors, making them stay away without causing them, you, or the environment any harm.
Stay Away Rodent is projected to follow in the praised footsteps of the brand's Fresh Cab Botanical Rodent Repellent, which has received over 1200 reviews averaging 4.5* out of 5 from independent, third-party verified customers.
"The launch of Stay Away Rodent furthers our commitment to product innovation, sustainability, and to protecting the health of the home environment by keeping it free from pests. We are thrilled to continue leading the way in the pest control industry's efforts toward natural product innovations" comments Warberg Block.
As the fifth addition to the Stay Away line, Stay Away Rodent joins the brand's Stay Away Ants, Spiders, Moths and Mosquitoes products. EarthKind products are available at retailers nationwide, such as Lowes, Tractor Supply, ACE Hardware and Target, and can be purchased online at http://www.earthkind.com
Media interested in receiving additional information or to speak with CEO/Founder of EarthKind, Kari Warberg Block, please contact Sara White at sara@adinnyc.com or 212-693-2150.
About EarthKind 
Founded by leading pest prevention expert Kari Warberg Block, EarthKind is a pioneer in natural prevention for families and households everywhere. EarthKind is a pest prevention brand that manufactures naturally powerful and effective pest solutions that keep pests away, without killing or poisoning them. All EarthKind products are designed by inventive artists, scientists and engineers who care about the earth, made in the USA with 80% of the materials sourced from American farms and the company is providing handicapped individuals with meaningful employment.Kari was awarded the 2019 GMDC Retail Champions of Change award for her role as an inspirational industry retail leader, and was named to the EY Entrepreneurial Winning Woman Class of 2012, 2013 ND SBA Small Business Person of the Year and National Second Runner Up. Her latest product line, Stay Away was the winner of the 2015 NEXTY People's Choice Award for Best New Product of the Year. Learn more at EarthKind.com and on social media: 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/earthkindinc/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/earthkind

Instagram: @earthkindinc

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/earthkindinc/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/earthkind2010

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EarthKind's New Stay Away Rodent Product

The launch of Stay Away Rodent furthers our commitment to product innovation, sustainability, and to protecting the health of the home environment. We are thrilled to continue leading the way in the pest control industry's efforts toward natural product innovations. -Kari Warberg Block, CEO/Founder




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Community of over 150,000 Parents Select Recipients of The Parent Tested Parent Approved Product Awards

NEW YORK (PRWEB) DECEMBER 03, 2019
Leading consumer product awards organization, PTPA Media, today announced recipients of the coveted Parent Tested Parent Approved Seal of Approval. The results come after a thorough product approval process whereby consumers selected from a community of over 150,000 testers across North America put products to the test in the context of their daily lives.
"Shopping is changing. We're doing more online. We're expecting more in store. But with so many options, making the right choice can be more confusing than ever", says Sharon Vinderine, Founder and CEO of PTPA Media. That's the value of the PTPA Seal of Approval. It brings clarity and trust.
How Brands Build "Mom" Trust
"Over the years, there's been a lot of trust lost between consumers and brands, which is why we're seeing more scrutiny of brand marketing claims than ever before," explained Vinderine. "Ask any mom how she makes her purchasing decisions and she'll tell you she trusts other moms more than brand marketing,"
"Authenticity is the only currency that matters, and that comes from the assurance that other moms have experienced a product personally, and found that it met or exceeded their expectations. PTPA's Seal of Approval conveys this all at a single glance."
Winter 2019 Recipients of the PTPA Seal of Approval:
The Polysleep Baby Mattress 
IQ Air Atem Personal Air Purifier 
Zone Naturals Chub Rub - All Natural Anti Chafe Stick 
Dyson Pure Cool Me (BP01) 
Dyson Pure Hot + Cool (HP04) 
Flying Start Online, Inc. Common Panda Hair Color Wax 
P&G Pampers Cruisers 360 FIT diapers 
Artsana Chicco PhysioForma Mi-cro Pacifier 
Artsana Chicco PhysioForma Soft Silicone pacifiers 
DS Services Nursery Water with Fluoride 
DS Services Nursery Water without added Fluoride 
Philips Avent Natural Bottles 
Philips Avent Anti-colic bottle with AirFree vent 
Philips Avent Comfort Manual Breast Pump 
Philips Avent Comfort Single Electric Breast Pump 
Philips Avent Comfort Double Electric Breast Pump
How Winners Are Determined 
Parents across North America participate in the testing process, at no cost to them. They evaluate the products with their families in real life environments rather than simply conducting a consumer vote. Their feedback and evaluations are carefully tallied and curated, and products that meet their standards earn the coveted PTPA Seal of Approval, which can be leveraged on packaging, advertising, end-cap displays, and more. News of the victory is shared among our community of over 150,000 families.The PTPA Seal of Approval ranks among the top most recognized seals in North America.
About PTPA Media Inc. 
PTPA Media certifies innovative products that families can trust. By connecting manufacturers with consumers, PTPA Media helps companies serve their markets better, and helps families identify products that have been tested and recommended by their peers. For more information visit http://www.ptpamedia.com.




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Legend Volkswagen Offers Great Used Vehicle Specials in Amityville, NY

AMITYVILLE, N.Y. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 04, 2019
For drivers in the Amityville, NY area that are searching for a great vehicle but don't want to break the bank when it comes to buying, Legend Volkswagen is offering a variety of great specials! These specials apply to their certified used models, exceptional vehicles that are guaranteed to please any driver! Continue reading below to see some examples of these models and what they offer!
Starting off these great used vehicles is a 2014 Volkswagen Jetta – one of the more iconic and exceptional models from Volkswagen. This vehicle features a 2.0-liter engine and premium navigation features alongside leather and heated seating. It also offers both Bluetooth capability as well as a backup camera, making an excellent pick for those that want comfort and technology. It has a sale price of only $10,494, an excellent price for a great vehicle!
The second example of these used models is a 2016 Volkswagen Passat, another great Volkswagen sedan. This model features a 1.8-liter engine, slightly less powerful than the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta above, but offers more luxury features. Examples of features found on this great model include a sun/moon roof, leather and heated seating that feature power-seating technologies, Bluetooth connectivity, and a backup camera. This model is priced at $14,474, a little more expensive than the Jetta listed above, but not terribly costly.
A third and final example looked at today is a 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan S 4Motion, one of the automaker's flagship SUVs. This vehicle offers many of the same luxuries already seen on other Volkswagen models covered, including power and heated seating as well as Bluetooth and backup camera features, but it also adds a few new ones. One of these is its rain-sensing wipers, which activate and increase in speed depending on the level of rain. This great model is priced at $15,993, so doesn't break the bank for what it offers!
These are just three of the many great used vehicle specials that are offered by Legend Volkswagen. To learn more about these specials, or to take a model for a test drive, interested individuals are encouraged to contact the dealership today! They can be reached at their website - https://www.legendvw.com/ - or contacted by phone at 866-415-0891.

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The new Spring-Green Lawn Care franchise owners serve Greenville, Greer and the surrounding areas of South Carolina.

PLAINFIELD, ILL. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 03, 2019
Spring-Green Lawn Care, provider of residential and commercial lawn fertilization and weed control is proud to announce its newest franchise owners, Andrew Turner and Derek Turner of Greenville, Greer and the surrounding cities of South Carolina.
Andrew Turner, a seasoned green industry expert, began his landscaping career when he was only 15 years old. Being in the green industry for over 12 years, Turner enjoys working outside on lawns. When asked what attracted Turner to the lawn care side of the business, he said, "It's cliché, but to beautify people's lawns."
Along with his Spring-Green Lawn Care business, Turner also owns Tiger River Outdoor Scapes, a landscape maintenance and installation business, also in Greer, SC. By adding Spring-Green, he will now be able to offer his customers lawn care services along with landscaping and installation. Turner was attracted to growing the lawn care side of the business and Spring-Green was the perfect opportunity to add lawn care to the mix of services.
Andrew & Derek will be sharing the responsibilities of running the day-to-day operations of Spring-Green. Derek is excited about his son starting the business because it's something he's always wanted to do. "When Andrew was 8 years old, he was selling eggs and chickens. Everything he's done in the past he has had the mindset of 'How can I make a profit?' There's entrepreneurs in our family," expressed Derek Turner. In addition, Andrew hopes to continue the father son relationship in the business and someday have his son involved. "If either of my kids wish to be involved, I will be excited to share in the experience with them. My son already shows lots of interest in the business. There are many similarities between us," said Andrew.
"Ultimately, you're in business to make a profit, so profitability drive us to Spring-Green. They fit with our plan and our core values, so it made sense," expressed Andrew. "The way they go to market, the people they have representing the company, the integrity they showed, and the support they provide are all key factors that led to the decision to become a Spring-Green Lawn Care franchise."
"We are excited about having Andrew and Derek Turner and the Greenville, SC market and look forward to helping them achieve their goals and dreams," said James Young, President of Spring-Green Lawn Care.
About Spring-Green Lawn Care 
Plainfield, Illinois-based Spring-Green Lawn Care has been delivering lawn and tree care services nationwide since 1977. Its service is centered on the beautification of residential and commercial customers in middle-class and affluent neighborhoods and communities. Spring-Green is an attractive opportunity for entrepreneurs and existing green industry business owners who want to align themselves with a franchise opportunity that has proven economic resilience, healthy profit margins, industry leading business and marketing intelligence, recurring revenue, and retirement and family planning through business ownership. For more information, visit http://www.springgreenfranchise.com.




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East Coast real estate investment firm focused on creating positive economic impact in Greater Boston area

SAN JOSE, CALIF. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 03, 2019
Specialty financial administrator NES Financialannounced today that it has contracted to provide its purpose-built Opportunity Zone Fund Administration Solution to Synergy Investments. Synergy Investments is a full-service real estate investment firm based in Boston that has delivered a total weighted average IRR of 32% to institutional investors over the last 15 years.
The newly formed Synergy Investments Opportunity Zone Fund will invest in urban communities in the greater Boston area with access to major lines of transportation and in close proximity to amenities.
The Synergy Opportunity Zone Fund recently launched, and it is now accepting subscriptions from accredited investors. The significant tax incentives associated with the Opportunity Zones legislation are designed to encourage long-term investment into targeted economically distressed areas across the country. The benefits include: deferral of federal capital gains tax until the end of 2026, a reduction of up to 15% of the tax burden if held for 7 years, and the elimination of any capital gains tax on subsequent appreciation of the investment in the fund if held for 10 years.
"Synergy selected NES Financial as the independent third-party administrator for the fund in part because the solution will help us define, measure and report on the social and economic impact our investments are making in the community," said David Greaney, President of Synergy Investments. "We were impressed with NES Financial's professionalism and their knowledge of the OZ space —additionally, their investor portal creates a seamless and secure way to communicate with our investors."
The purpose of the NES Financial Opportunity Zone Fund Administration Suite is to efficiently and securely handle administration of growing funds, at scale, so that Opportunity Zone Fund managers can focus on raising capital and deploying it to underserved communities across the country. This includes handling the specialized reporting requirements of OZ with the highest possible degrees of fund security, investor transparency, and regulatory compliance.
"Our Opportunity Zone Fund Administration Solution is purpose built to provide the highest levels of transparency, scalability and accessibility, which is important for any client to successfully manage an OZ fund," said Michael Richards, Senior Vice President of Fund Administration at NES Financial. "Overall, the Opportunity Zone initiative is a win-win for everyone across the United States, and it's encouraging to see funds such as Synergy make efforts toward significant social impact for good in local communities."
For additional information about the Opportunity Zone Fund Administration Suite, please visit the NES Financial website or contact an NES Financial representative at 1-800-339-1031.
About NES Financial 
NES Financial is a specialty financial administrator which serves sectors characterized by high administrative complexity, increased transaction security needs, and challenging regulatory compliance requirements. The company's purpose-built solutions streamline the administrative processes of these markets — simplifying specialized financial transactions, curtailing fraud and abuse and ensuring the utmost in security, transparency and regulatory compliance through each step of an investment's life cycle.
NES Financial, recognized on the San Francisco Business Times' top Bay Area fintech list, has defined industry best practices in each of the markets it serves — from 1031 exchanges and EB-5 visa funding, to private equity and the landmark Opportunity Zones initiative. NES Financial services more than 300 funds, administers over $20B annually, and has worked with more than 700 EB-5 projects. For more information, visit nesfinancial.com.
About Synergy Investments 
Synergy Investments is a full-service real estate investment and operating company primarily focused on the Greater Boston market. Synergy is one of the largest and most active landlords in the city, with a growing portfolio of approximately 3.5 million square feet that provides space to more than 400 businesses and organizations.
Synergy is an active member of the Boston business community and has been recognized as Landlord of the Year by the GBREB Commercial Brokers Association (CBA). The firm is also proud to support numerous organizations that have a positive impact on the local community. For more information, visit synergy-inv.com.

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Your pets are family, so when it's time to give gifts this holiday season, give them something to unwrap too. To help pet parents shop for their four-legged kids, 1-800-PetMeds is giving away $100 shopping sprees to three lucky winners in December.

DELRAY BEACH, FLA. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 03, 2019
The holiday season has officially begun, and many of us are looking forward to spending time with our families and exchanging gifts.
Our pets can feel isolated while we're baking, decorating, and welcoming guests. Let them know how much you care this season by spending extra time with them, making a batch of homemade treats, and including them on your holiday shopping list.
Your pet may enjoy digging through their stocking, pulling their gifts out of a gift bag, or even unwrapping their own presents. Just make sure they're supervised, and keep the rest of the family's presents out of reach until the festivities begin. As pets can't read gift tags, they may accidentally get into gifts that could contain toxic foods like chocolate, or small children's toys that could pose a choking hazard.
"Even though they don't understand holiday traditions, our pets understand love from their family," says Larissa Schenck, Director of Marketing at 1-800-PetMeds. "Giving your pet gifts is the perfect way to give back some of the joy they've given you and your loved ones throughout the year."
Enter the 1-800-PetMeds Holiday Wish List Sweepstakes for a chance to win a $100 merchandise credit that can be used to purchase anything we carry at PetMeds.com, including toys, treats, beds, training supplies, and more.
The 1-800-PetMeds Holiday Wish List Sweepstakes runs from Sunday 12/1 through midnight Sunday 12/22. Everyone who enters from 12:01 AM Eastern Standard Time ("EST") December 1, 2019 to December 22, 2019 at 11:59 PM EST is eligible to win. To enter, visit the Holiday Wish List Sweepstakes page, enter your name and email address, and tell us what gifts are at the top of your pet's holiday wish list.
About 1-800-PetMeds 
Founded in 1996, Petmeds.com is America's Most Trusted Pet Pharmacy providing fast, easy, and helpful service to over ten million customers across the U.S. by delivering prescription and non-prescription medications and pet supplies for less, direct to the consumer through its 1-800-PetMeds toll-free number, on the Internet through its website Petmeds.com, or with the 1-800-PetMeds mobile app available for free at Google Play for Android and the App Store for iOS.

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Premier Franchise Management Expands to Lubbock, TX and Central Alabama.

LUBBOCK, TEXAS, MONTGOMERY, ALA. AND ATLANTA (PRWEB) DECEMBER 03, 2019
The world's number one swimming pool builder, PPAS, recently expanded into the Lubbock, TX and Central Alabama metropolitan areas. Aaron Gurley, President of Premier Franchise Management, has chosen Matt Henson to be the owner of the Lubbock, TX office, and James Golden to be the owner of the Central Alabama office.
Lubbock, TX | Owner: Matt Henson 
It's been about fifteen years since Matt Henson built a pool. He used to design and install stone and hardscape features and can't wait to get back into that kind of work. When he saw the opportunity to join a team centered around organization and customer satisfaction, he simply couldn't pass it up. "We chose Premier because we don't have to figure everything out by ourselves," Matt said. "There is an entire Premier Pools & Spas family all over the country ready and willing to help us succeed."
The Henson's say that the drive and passion they see from Premier is giving them the confidence to take on this monumental and exciting journey. "It could well be that all the wins, losses, and experience of the past have prepared me for just this adventure," said Matt. If you are interested in building an inground swimming pool, please visit premierpoolsandspas.com or call (855) 212-2210.
Central Alabama | Owner: James Golden 
While James has never built a swimming pool before, he has owned a landscaping business. James has been in the landscaping industry for 25 years. His business is closely related to the swimming pool industry. That is why he and his wife, Amelia, are eager to turn their landscaping business into a Premier Pools & Spas in Central Alabama.
"We believe Premier Pools & Spas is the best franchise around. The franchise owners I talked to all had the same passion and love for Premier," said James Golden. He and Amelia are ready to take on the Premier name and make families dreams come true by building swimming pools. If you are interested in building an inground swimming pool, please visit our website: http://www.premierpoolsandspas.com or call (855) 212-2210.
Premier Pools & Spas has built more than 70,000 pools and continues to grow. The company now serves more than 50 markets worldwide. Becoming a Premier Pools & Spas franchisee consists of a comprehensive background check, multiple inquiries to local vendors and distributors, and previous customer and personal references. If you are interested in owning a Premier franchise, please visit joinpremierpools.com or call (855) 212-2210.
About Premier Pools & Spas 
Premier Pools & Spas has been redefining the industry since 1988. We have received numerous awards, including several Association of Pool & Spa Professional (APSP) International Awards of Excellence for Design. In 2006, we were named National Pool Builder of the Year, and in 2012, we were ranked the #1 Pool Builder in the US by Pool & Spa News. In 2017 Premier began franchising pool service companies under the brand Premier Pool Service.



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A stuffed animal created by Denver, CO Mother. The stuff animal called what's its face aides in playtime and teaches emotional intelligence. One stuffed animal. Six faces. Say what? Say Whatsitsface. Designed to help children engage with the physical world and encourage creativity and interactive play, Whatsitsface is the plush toy that changes faces six times.

DENVER (PRWEB) DECEMBER 03, 2019
Colorado Entrepreneur Creates Stuffed Animal With Six Different Emotional Expressions
-- Whatsitsface Plush Toy Encourages Emotional Intelligence --
Colorado resident Joanna Paul always enjoyed creative playtime with her two children. Little did she know that one day her interactive parenting style would spark the idea for a successful business.
Whatsitsface is a plush toy that changes faces six times, helping children learn about emotions, engage with the physical world and encourage creativity and interactive play. Whatsitsface features a unique, patent-pending manual turning device that allows children to rotate and flip the plush toy's face into six separate emotional expressions – happy, sad, amused, surprised, angry and sleeping. The toy is currently available as a puppy, kitten or teddy bear on the company's website at http://www.whatsitsface.com.
The concept for Whatsitsface came to Paul one day when she was playing with her young daughter, who would create elaborate play scenarios with her dozens of beloved stuffed animals. What if these stuffed animals could come to life in some way to enhance playtime?
The spark of an idea for Whatsitsface was born that day, but five years of hard work would follow before Paul could see her idea come to market. A graphic designer by profession, Paul had no engineering expertise to construct the mechanism that would allow the faces to turn and flip. Like many great business ideas, her concept started with a sketch, evolved to crude prototypes, then finally to a 3D printed model which enabled her to approach manufacturers with a more flushed out idea to get pricing and production settled. She also had to navigate the worlds of patent and trademark law, overseas manufacturing, distribution and logistics, and e-commerce.
Whatsitsface launched commercially in August 2019, and in just a few short months has gained an enthusiastic social media following and a strong sales trajectory with a direct-to-consumer marketing campaign. The product has been recognized as a top gift by Parenting, Business Insider, CafeMom and the Denver7 ABC News affiliate.
"It's been such a wonderful journey to see my company come to life," said Paul, founder and Chief Executive Officer of Whatsitsface. "In an era where kids are so addicted to their phones and tablets, Whatsitsface helps to foster imaginative play and builds emotional intelligence – critical life skills in these interconnected times."
About Whatsitsface:
One stuffed animal. Six faces. Say what? Say Whatsitsface. Designed to help children engage with the physical world and encourage creativity and interactive play, Whatsitsface is the plush toy that changes faces six times.
Contact
Joanna Paul 
720-338-1474 
joanna@whatsitsface.com




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This year, Garden Media Group has your back and a dependable shopping list to match.

PHILADELPHIA (PRWEB) DECEMBER 04, 2019
Matching gifts with people can be lots of fun. This year, Garden Media Group has your back and a dependable shopping list to match. Take care of everyone's gift-shopping needs with these high quality, easy-to-use, or easy-to-grow products. "Cross a few people off your list," says creative director of Garden Media, Katie Dubow, "with gifts that encourage outdoor activity and inspire time spent in nature."
Here is a curated a list of sustainable, useful, and thoughtful gifts:
Cultivate New Plant Parents 
Add houseplants to complement any décor. They instantly liven up a space and spread joy. They're the finishing touch! Plus, their lively blooms and colors are the definition of holiday cheer! Stock up on indoor plants that are perfect for sharing with new plant parents, as hostess gifts and for yourself!
Garden Strong and Confident 
Centurion knows tools. Whether gifting these tools to a new gardener or giving them to a master gardener, Centurion tools are up for any task. The Centurion Garden and Outdoor Living Cutting Set ($30), a handy cutting tools set, includes a lopper, pruner, and hedge shears. Your loved one will be able to tackle any garden cutting project.
Be Berry Delightful 
Delicious, nutritious, and stunning to look at, Bushel and Berry's raspberries, blackberries, or blueberriesprovide fresh berries at your fingertips. They are a source of education for kids and a nutritious snack all in one. These berry bushes are suited for everyone, kids and adults, starter or expert. With nine varieties available, you will be spoiled for choice.
Perfect for Small Spaces 
The new collapsible watering can and collapsible bucket were created with storage and mobility in mind. Their heavy duty non-porous silicone offers superior strength. The foldable and detachable parts make them easy to use in any space. Whether you are working with a small container garden or a large backyard operation, these tools work with every kind of project and space.

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Tax season is almost upon us, and Platinum Tax Defenders is offering current clients a special promotion of $50 off their tax preparation needs for the upcoming year. For more information and to schedule an appointment, clients can call 800-991-3242.

LOS ANGELES (PRWEB) DECEMBER 03, 2019
As the 2020 tax season is upon us, Platinum Tax Defenders is committing to helping its customers save on their tax preparation needs by offering current customers a $50 discount on their tax preparation needs for the upcoming year. Platinum Tax Defenders understands that for many, tax season is the most stressful time of the year. Platinum Tax Defenders is aiming to make tax season less stressful for their clients by offering a $50 discount off their tax preparation needs.
"Effective tax preparation can be the difference between getting back a large tax refund or owing the IRS thousands of dollars," said Sherri Gastelum, CEO of Platinum Tax Defenders. "At Platinum Tax Defenders, our goal is to make the tax season easier for our customers. Our team of professionals is here every step of the way to help our clients file their taxes."
Platinum Tax Defenders has been helping businesses, and taxpayers get out of tax debt for years. The experts at Platinum Tax Defenders have experience in getting taxpayers out of debt and helping them lower their tax debt by hundreds of thousands of dollars. Many of the professionals at Platinum Tax Defenders have years of experience working directly with the IRS, which makes them an excellent choice for taxpayers who require tax debt relief from the IRS.
"Our team is very experienced in dealing directly with the IRS," said Gastelum. "Many of our customers come to us for help because dealing with the IRS can be very intimidating. We want them to know we are here to help."
The tax deadline for 2020 is Wednesday, April 15. Failing to file taxes by that deadline can mean penalties, interest, and worse. The expert team at Platinum Tax Defenders is available to help current customers and potential customers with all of their tax filing needs. Platinum Tax Defenders is currently offering customers a $50 discount on their tax preparation needs. Also, new customers receive a free consultation to see how Platinum Tax Defenders may be able to help them with their tax situation.
For more information on Platinum Tax Defenders' tax relief experts, visit http://www.platinumtaxdefenders.com.
About Platinum Tax Defenders 
The expert enrolled agents, tax attorneys, and certified public accountants at Platinum Tax Defenders have years of experience helping their customers get out of tax debt. The professionals at Platinum Tax Defenders understand how the IRS works, and they know how to get their clients the best deal out there. Platinum Tax Defenders can help you settle your back taxes and also file taxes for the upcoming tax year. Failing to file taxes for the next tax season can result in tons of money in interest and penalties. For more information on how Platinum Tax Defenders can help with your tax preparation, visit http://www.platinumtaxdefenders.com or call 800-991-3242. Platinum Tax Defenders is currently offering $50 off tax preparation services for current customers, and free consultation for new customers.




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With the temperatures dropping, pet owners should be ready as the weather changes from cold to freezing

STAMFORD, CONN. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 03, 2019
The American Pet Products Association (APPA) wants pet owners to keep their pets warm and safe this winter. This season means freezing temperatures, harsh conditions and fewer daylight hours. With temperatures dropping, pet owners should take extra precautions to protect their pets from the cold as the weather can cause itchy, chapped paws or worse, lead to hypothermia and frostbite. Additionally, Daylight Savings means many pet owners will have to walk their pets in the dark so staying safe under these conditions should be a priority. Below is a round-up of products manufactured by APPA members designed to help pets enjoy the winter season safely.
Keep your pet warm during walks with the Apus Coat by Pac & Lucia. This stylish reversible coat is water resistant, lined with faux lambswool, comes with adjustable Velcro closings and machine washable. Apus means "spirit of the mountains" in Quechua, the language from the Inca Empire. Plus, the orange color makes it easy for people to see pets in dark conditions. 
Price: Start at $70.00 
http://www.pacoandlucia.com
Puplight by H-T Pet provides owners and pets with a safe solution to walking dogs in dark conditions. With the limited sunlight during winter, pet owners are forced to walk their dogs in the dark. This light comes with an adjustable collar, shines 30-feet ahead and can be seen up to one mile away. 
Price: Starting at $15.99 
http://www.ht-pet.com
Snuggle your small animal with the Bonding Scarf Pouch by Exotic Nutrition. This pet-friendly accessory serves a dual function of keeping a pet owner warm but also allows them to take heir little friend on-the-go. The discrete air holes on the sides allow for ample airflow while the convenient zipper closure provides complete access to pets. Designed for rats, hamsters, gerbils, and other small pets. 
Price: $28.95 
http://www.exoticnutrition.com
Provide the ultimate paw protection for any season with Paw Defense Wax by Warren London Dog. Designed from a blend of vitamins and antioxidants, this wax soothes and protects your pup's paw pads from the elements year-round. It's easy to apply as needed, just gently massage into paw pads before any outdoor activity to keep any dog's pads nourished and healthy. 
Price: $11.99 
http://www.warrenlondon.com
Metro Pads help keep dogs safe during the harsh winter months, providing a safe alternative for going to the bathroom instead of going outside in the snow or during a storm. These pads have six layers of absorption making them last longer and can be used more than once. Plus, there is a powerful attractant to help potty train even the most stubborn of dogs. Available in a variety of prints. 
Price: Start at $32.99 
http://www.metropaws.com
Additional information, product samples, images and interview opportunities available upon request.
The American Pet Products Association (APPA) is the leading trade association serving the interests of the pet products industry since 1958. APPA membership includes more than 1,300 pet product manufacturers, their representatives, importers and livestock suppliers representing both large corporations and growing business enterprises. APPA's mission is to promote, develop and advance pet ownership and the pet product industry and to provide the services necessary to help its members prosper. APPA is also proud to grow and support the industry through the following initiatives: Pets Add Life (PAL), Tony La Russa's Animal Rescue Foundation (ARF) Pets for Vets Program, the Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI), The Pet Leadership Council (PLC), the Pet Industry Joint Advisory Council (PIJAC), Bird Enjoyment and Advantage Koalition (BEAK), and the Pet Care Trust. Visit http://www.americanpetproducts.org for more information.




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RCN and Dream Come True team up to present live broadcast benefitting local children

BETHLEHEM, PA. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 03, 2019
WHAT: The Dream Come True Telethon is an annual online and on-air auction with a mission of raising funds to help fulfill dreams of seriously, chronically or terminally ill children in the Greater Lehigh Valley area.
The live television program is produced by and aired on RCN-TV and features inspiring entertainment, including interviews from previous Dream Come True recipients and dedicated community members, volunteers and organizations.
Prizes up for bid include Apple Airpods, Apple Watches, Philadelphia Eagles' Brandon Graham autographed helmet, Blue Mountain Ski Resort season passes, New York Rangers tickets and much more.
Well-known RCN-TV Sports Director and broadcaster Gary Laubach, along with on-air personalities Scott Barr and Devon Almonte, host the live event.
WHO: RCN of the Lehigh Valley, which provides high-speed internet, TV and phone services to residents of Bethlehem, Easton, Allentown and surrounding communities in Lehigh Valley and Delaware County; and Dream Come True, a non-profit dedicated to fulfilling the dreams of children who are seriously, chronically or terminally ill in the Greater Lehigh Valley area.
The organizations are teaming up for the 34th time to present the meaningful event, which raised $98,000 last year.
WHEN: Monday, December 9, 6:00pm – 9:00pm
WHERE: RCN-TV 
Channel 4 / HD 1004 for the Lehigh Valley 
Channel 8 / HD 608 for Delaware County
Online Auction 
http://bit.ly/2XLe1oN
ABOUT: RCN 
RCN Telecom Services, LLC (http://www.rcn.comand http://www.rcn.com/business) provides industry-leading high-speed internet, digital TV and phone services for residential, small/medium and Enterprise business customers. As a five-time recognized provider, RCN has been acknowledged in multiple residential and business categories in PCMag's Readers' Choice Awards in the years 2013, 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2019. RCN is YouTube HD Verified, earning the company the highest-ranking that Google offers. RCN is also a Netflix Open Connect partner, placing in the Top rankings on the Netflix USA ISP Speed Index in the markets RCN serves. RCN's affordably priced advanced digital services are delivered through its proprietary, state-of-the-art fiber-rich network and supported by 100% U.S.-based customer service. RCN's primary service areas include Boston, Chicago, Lehigh Valley (PA), New York City, Philadelphia (Delaware County) and Washington, DC.
Dream Come True 
Dream Come True is a local nonprofit organization that fulfills dreams for children who are living in the Greater Lehigh Valley area, between the ages of four and 17 and are diagnosed with a serious, chronic or life-threatening illness.
RCN Media Contact: 
Zoe Cushman 
Matter Communications 
rcn@matternow.com 
617.874.5201
Dream Come True Media Contact: 
Rayann Vasko 
Dream Come True 
rvasko@aol.com 
610.509.4019



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Three new color options available for 30-inch and 36-inch models.

MODENA, ITALY (PRWEB) DECEMBER 03, 2019
Forza, Italian manufacturer of ultra-premium pro-style cooking appliances, introduces three bold color options for its pro-style gas ranges: Radicale Red, Ardente Orange and Ribelle Yellow. Forza's radical Italian design and race car-inspired lines are enhanced even further through the introduction of its new warm color palette, which allows home chefs to express creativity through their cuisine and kitchen design.
"Our warm color palette reflects Forza's distinctive identity—dynamic yet classic, evoking the undiluted boldness of race car designs and colors," said Marco Guerzoni, Forza Director of Marketing and Product Development. "By offering these bold hues, our ranges provide exceptional functionality and add an elevated aesthetic to any kitchen."
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The expected power and performance of Forza's Pro-Style Gas Ranges remains unaltered as its new warm color palette expands kitchen design options. Forza ranges feature the proprietary MassimoBlu Double Broiler, which outperforms traditional infrared broilers with a powerful 18,000 BTU blue flame that evenly distributes heat for maximum convection performance and consistent results. Both the 36- and 30-inch models feature the industry's widest oven cavity at their respective sizes, with up to 6 cubic feet of usable oven space to fit commercial-sized cooking trays. Ranges include a fully extendable, telescopic glide rack to easily slide dishes in and out (ideal for roasting heavy items), a convenient soft-closing door system, and double halogen lamps for enhanced viewing through its uniquely shaped oven window.
The exclusive Infinito Grate System utilizes edge-to-edge cast iron grates and integrated bullnose to deliver the largest continuous, usable cooking surface on the market. For precise simmer-to-sear heat control, the 36-inch model features three 20,000 BTU dual-flame sealed burners and three 12,000 BTU single burners, whereas the 30-inch range offers two burners of each.
For more information about Forza appliances and its new color options, visit forzacucina.com.
About Forza 
Forza delivers dynamic Italian design with ultra-premium, pro-style cooking appliances. Designed and built in the heart of the famed Emilia-Romagna region in Modena, Italy, Forza appliances include pro-style gas ranges, high-performance ventilation hoods and a powerful, energy-efficient dishwasher. Forza is the American brand of parent company, Glem Gas, which has been producing high-performing appliances that embody the spirit of Italian craftsmanship for more than 60 years. For more information about Forza, visit forzacucina.com.

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The Forza 30- and 36-inch pro-style gas ranges are offered in stainless steel and the new warm color palette options. Shown left to right: Ribelle Yellow, Radicale Red and Ardente Orange.

Our warm color palette reflects Forza's distinctive identity—dynamic yet classic, evoking the undiluted boldness of race car designs and colors. By offering these bold hues, our ranges provide exceptional functionality and add an elevated aesthetic to any kitchen.



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BONITA SPRINGS, FLA. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 03, 2019
Dena Wilcoxen, an award-winning Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Realty Sales Professional, was recently named REALTOR of the Year by Bonita Springs - Estero REALTORS.
The prestigious appointment was announced and presented to Wilcoxen during the Bonita Springs - Estero Realtors Annual Installation Dinner on Friday, November 22, 2019 where she was also inducted as the Vice President of the Board. The Bonita Springs - Estero REALTORS has 1,000 members serving the Southwest Florida area.
This is considered the highest honor bestowed by the Board. It is designed to go to the individual REALTOR who has done the most for the organization during the year selected and exemplifies all the REALTOR standards and be considered a role model for others.
"I am humbled and honored for this special recognition. My success is a result of hard work, dedication to my profession, and being a long-time real estate ambassador for our outstanding Bonita Springs - Estero and surrounding communities," said Wilcoxen.
"We are extremely proud of Dena and look forward to continuing to support her unparalleled commitment to professionalism and outstanding customer service," said Rei Mesa, President and C.E.O., Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Realty.
With over 20 years of residential real estate sales, and as one of Southwest Florida's Top Real Estate Sales, Relocation, and Marketing Specialists, Dena Wilcoxen, joined Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Realty in 2006 and has consistently earned the Chairman's Circle Award, which honors the top 2% of sales professionals within the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Nationwide Network. She has been active in the Bonita Springs - Estero community through her service as a REALTOR and volunteer work. She is committed to providing 100% professional and personal service to her customers.
Dena Wilcoxen works under the leadership of Sherry Stein, Managing Broker – Bonita Springs Branch Sales Office of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Realty located at 24880-1 Tamiami Tr. Ste. 1 Bonita Springs, Florida 34134. She can be contacted at (239) 989-2436, denawilcoxen@gmail.com.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Realty serves 21 counties throughout Florida with more than 40 locations and approximately 1,800 sales professionals. The full-service brokerage company, founded in 1999, is part of HomeServices of America, the nation's premier provider of homeownership services. The company is a franchise member of the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices' network, one of the few organizations entrusted to use the world-renowned Berkshire Hathaway name. The company offers residential and commercial services as well as seasonal rentals, property management, REO & Foreclosures, corporate relocations, referral services, title, home warranty plans, and personal concierge services. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Realty ranks in the Top 10 in the network of 50,000 Sales Professionals, 1,500 offices throughout 47 states. The company is the overall No. 1 fundraiser for The Sunshine Kids Foundation, having generated more than $3.6 million.

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Dena Wilcoxen, named Realtor of the Year, Bonita Springs - Estero Realtors

"I am humbled and honored for this special recognition. My success is a result of hard work, dedication to my profession, and being a long-time real estate ambassador for our outstanding Bonita Springs - Estero and surrounding communities," said Wilcoxen.




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American Consumer Credit Counseling discusses six tips for consumers who are starting late on retirement planning.

BOSTON (PRWEB) DECEMBER 03, 2019
Consumers should plan for retirement and take steps now to help them achieve financial stability for that period of their lives. Although consumers should ideally start setting money aside early in their careers, individuals who are late to the game still have a chance to save enough for a comfortable retirement. To help with the process, national nonprofit American Consumer Credit Counseling (ACCC) offers six tips for consumers who are late planning for retirement.
"The more time consumers put off saving for retirement, the less time they have for their savings to grow," said Steve Trumble, President and CEO of American Consumer Credit Counseling. "The good news is that even if you're late to the game, it is still possible to build a comfortable retirement fund."
According to TheStreet, it costs over $1 million to be able to retire comfortably by age 65. Northwestern Mutual found that 21 percent of Americans don't have retirement savings, and 10 percent have less than $5,000 saved. The study also found that 46 percent of consumers are not prepared for the likelihood that they may outlive their retirement savings.
ACCC highlights strategies on how to prepare for retirement:
1. Have a realistic target – One of the reasons consumers are unprepared for retirement is not having a realistic estimate of how much money is needed to live comfortably during those years. Having a financial target will help consumers figure out a retirement savings plan. Consumers can use this plan to figure out how much money they need to save each month to reach their desired goal.
2. Take advantage of tax breaks – Consumers can benefit from tax-deferred accounts. If consumers do not have access to a 401(k) offered by employers, they should consider opening an individual retirement account (IRA). Having these accounts will allow consumers to save the income tax on anything that they put into the account.
3. Know your limits– Each type of retirement account has different limits on how much money consumers can contribute to them per year. Consumers should know the guidelines set by the IRS to ensure that they are taking full advantage of their plan.
4. Catch-up contributions – Catch-up contributions allow consumers that are over 50 years old to add more than the standard contribution limit to their retirement funds, depending on the type of account that they hold. Consumers should check their eligibility for an opportunity to save additional amounts.
5. Start minimizing expenses – Consumers should start cutting costs to increase savings. Those extra savings can give consumers more financial freedom during their retirement. Consumers should take a look at their monthly spending and see where they can cut back.
6. Talk to a financial advisor – It might be helpful for consumers to speak to a financial advisor. Financial advisors can help late starters develop an effective retirement plan. 
ACCC is a 501(c)3 organization that provides free credit counseling, bankruptcy counseling, and housing counseling to consumers nationwide in need of financial literacy education and money management. For more information, contact ACCC: 

For credit counseling and student loan counseling, call 800-769-3571

For bankruptcy counseling, call 866-826-6924

For housing counseling, call 866-826-7180

Or visit us online at http://www.consumercredit.com

About American Consumer Credit Counseling 
American Consumer Credit Counseling (ACCC) is a nonprofit credit counseling 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to empowering consumers to achieve financial management through credit counseling, debt management, bankruptcy counseling, housing counseling, student loan counseling and financial education concerning debt solutions. To help consumers reach their goal of debt relief, ACCC provides a range of free consumer personal finance resources on a variety of topics including budgeting, credit and debt management, student loan assistance, youth and money, homeownership, identity theft, senior living, and retirement. Consumers can use ACCC's worksheets, videos, calculators, and blog articles to make the best possible decisions regarding their financial future. ACCC holds an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and is a member of the National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC). For more information or to access free financial education resources, log on to ConsumerCredit.com or visit http://www.consumercredit.com/financial-education.aspx.

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The more time consumers put off saving for retirement, the less time they have for their savings to grow.




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Britannica social studies platform promotes critical thinking, is more engaging with Pear Deck activities tied to subject content

CHICAGO (PRWEB) DECEMBER 03, 2019
Britannica Digital Learning, in partnership with the popular education platform Pear Deck, has introduced a raft of new interactive activities to its popular LaunchPacks social studies platform to enhance the student learning experience and promote critical thinking and inquiry skills.
The new LaunchPacks assets include engaging, interactive Pear Deck presentations that support subject content and provide formative assessment opportunities. With extensive coverage of history and social studies topics with content packets of rich, trusted, and curriculum-aligned material, LaunchPacks provides activities for teachers that make teaching and lesson planning easier and more efficient. To the articles, images, and primary source material in LaunchPacks, Britannica has added interactive Pear Deck activities that stimulate students' curiosity and provide another point of entry into the subject matter.
Several types of Pear Deck interactive questions are included in each presentation, providing an engaging activity for students. Some have multiple-choice questions, others call for students to write short answers, respond by drawing on the screen, or complete drag-and-drop exercises.
Teachers can use the Pear Deck activities as is or customize them, edit and add new slides and make them more interactive using the Pear Deck Add-on for Google Slides. They present slide shows to the class, and the students join the session from their own devices. As they progress through a series of interactive slides, teachers can monitor students' responses to the exercises. In this way the program stimulates students' curiosity about the topic while giving teachers a real-time insight into student understanding they can use to provide individualized instruction.
Pear Deck's instructional supports are an ideal fit for LaunchPacks and help the product better fulfill its educational mission, according to Karthik Krishnan (@KarthikOnTheGo), global CEO of the Britannica Group.
"Pear Deck is a popular tool with teachers, so we're confident this new feature will be widely embraced," said Krishnan. "Teachers can use the activities to get students thinking about the content, engaging with the materials in LaunchPacks, and then reflecting on what they've learned individually and as a class. Teachers and students will both find this to be a big asset."
"Teaching that draws out excellence from every type of learner is really hard, so we're always thinking about new ways to give teachers simple but instructionally effective resources to do that," said Pear Deck Chief Educator Michal Eynon-Lynch. "This is a compelling partnership because Britannica has an incredible legacy as a trusted, go-to resource, and pairing that with engaging in-class instruction is a powerful combination."
Pear Deck activities for grades 6-8 are now available to schools using the U.S. version of Britannica LaunchPacks Social Studies. The company says it plans to double the number of content packets containing Pear Decks lessons in the next two months.
For more information, watch the LaunchPacks/Pear Deck video.
About Britannica Digital Learning 
Our mission is simple: to inspire curiosity and the joy of learning. Future dreamers, leaders, and builders depend on educators every day to help them learn to examine their world more deeply. We partner with educators, school districts, ministries and media companies all around the world. Trusted in over 83 countries, with products translated into over 15 languages and used by more than 150 million students, we provide educators and learners with effective, enriching, and innovative tools, activities, and ideas to meet evolving teaching and learning needs. Britannica Digital Learning is a division of the Britannica Group, which is headquartered in Chicago. Information about North American products and services is at https://britannicalearn.com/.



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Enhanced conventional hip-lift, D-ring attachments, and new walking loop handles create a sling use and added functionality.

DENVER (PRWEB) DECEMBER 03, 2019
Blue Dog Designs has made critical improvements to its Help 'Em Up Harness with design modifications and additions to improve comfort and aid in rehabilitation. New D-rRing cConnectors attached to the harness help aid in rehabilitation. And newly offered accessories include water tank connector straps that aid balance in underwater treadmills during hydrotherapy and loop handle walking accessories that provide more ways for dog owners to help their aging dogs stay active.
Design modifications to the conventional harness include larger rear handles, reinforced stitching, and an additional elastic flex strap that connects the rear hip-lift to the front shoulder harness, providing more comfort for dogs when they are sitting or lying down. The new conventional hip-lift combines the belly band and pelvic pad into one piece that is more ergonomically designed and sits farther back under the pelvic floor. The changes to the conventional hip-lift allow it to be used on more male dogs, as it provides clearance for urination.
New D-rings have been added to the neck, chest and waist clips on the Help 'Em Up Harness allow for increased stability and balance using the harness in these devices and while walking. They are located at six different contact points at the neck, chest and hips, which allow for clip-on devices, such as strap connections for use in water treadmills, thera-bands resistance bands for therapeutic exercises, to connect into wheelchairs, and to connect the new loop handle walking accessories. Customers can also purchase separate connector clips to retrofit older harnesses.
The new loop handles are soft, flexible and versatile and help stabilize the front legs, hind quarters or whole body, depending on the animal's area of weakness. By attaching the loop handles to the harness, pet owners can help pets utilize the harness as a sling. The loop handles come in two sizes.
"In an effort to create the very best lifting harness for dogs, over time we've continually updated the harness based on feedback from customers and veterinary professionals," said Cary Zimmerman, president of Blue Dog Designs and co-creator of the Help 'Em Up Harness. "The harness has become both a critical lifting device for veterinary technicians and canine rehabilitation professionals and a life-enhancing asset for owners of aging dogs and dogs with disabilities."
Other walking accessories include a walking handle and leash. Both are custom designed to work with the Help 'Em Up Harness to provide additional mobility assistance and extra leverage for owners of dogs using the Help 'Em Up Harness.
About Blue Dog Designs 
Started in 2008, Blue Dog Designs created the Help 'Em Up Harness, the first full-body lifting harness system for dogs that can be worn for extended periods. The Help 'Em Up Harness is designed to distribute weight over the large surfaces of the chest and hind quarters. Ergonomically designed with soft comfortable padding and waterproof Neoprene, the harness has elevated handles for lifting and stabilizing and comes in five sizes to fit dogs from 8-220 pounds. The patented "Hip Lift" assists owners with aging or injured dogs to live a more active life. Originally developed for dogs whose hip dysplasia or muscle loss had decreased their mobility and physical strength for everyday functions, today the harness is widely used by veterinarians as a mobility device to assist dogs rehabilitating after surgery or recovering from injuries. Walking handles, leashes and now loops provide more ways for owners to help their pets stay active. For more information, visit http://www.helpemup.com.

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Kona wears the Help 'Em Harness with walking handles

"In an effort to create the very best lifting harness for dogs, over time we've continually updated the harness based on feedback from customers and veterinary professionals," said Cary Zimmerman, president of Blue Dog Designs and co-creator of the Help 'Em Up Harness.




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The Dallas Business Journal once again partnered with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) Serving North Central Texas in Dallas to confer the highest award on businesses that the Better Business Bureau bestows. The BBB chapter represents thirteen counties in North Texas. And this year, from those thirteen counties, twenty Torch Award for Ethics (TAE) finalists were recognized for integrity in business at a celebration held Wednesday, November 20th at the posh, yet modern Canopy Hotel by Hilton Dallas Uptown.

PLANO, TEXAS (PRWEB) DECEMBER 03, 2019
Selected for spots in six categories, determined by organizational size, DFW companies were evaluated on the integrity and ethics behind business dealings as demonstrated by their leadership's commitment to, communication of, and unity of the team around ethical practices, performance management practices, commitment to treasuring people, and commitment to enthusiastically reinvesting in the community. Entrants must have been in business for at least three years and were required to provide official evidence of financial integrity.
Phillips Home Improvements of Plano, TX was honored to be among the esteemed finalists and selected out of 30 other small businesses to win the 2019 Torch Award for Ethics. Phillips congratulates all of the Torch Award finalists and winners were chosen and thanks to the Dallas Business Journal and BBB for recognizing Phillips' ethics in business.
"It is a privilege and responsibility as Torch Award winners to remain lights in the business community, setting ever higher standards for ourselves and other businesses to follow in the DFW area," remarked Jason Phillips, CEO and President of Phillips Home Improvements at the end of the awards program. "Phillips has always believed that when we play fair, everybody wins."
On a lighter note, when asked by the master of ceremonies of the event which celebrity each CEO would choose to run their company, Mr. Phillips responded, "Arnold Schwarzenegger, the Terminator, of course, because he would terminate all the woes and challenges that our homeowners experience with their homes on a daily basis." And while humorous, that is precisely the foundation on which Jason Phillips began his business in 1997 and continues to do business today... the desire to help homeowners, providing peace of mind with one of their most valuable investments, their home. Phillips is proud to be recognized for doing just that, providing peace of mind to homeowners by doing business ethically in DFW 22 years running.
Phillips Home Improvements, industry leader in providing high-quality residential painting, roofing, gutters, siding, and windows to homeowners, boasts over 40,000 satisfied customers on its database. Led by visionary CEO and President, Jason Phillips, Phillips Home Improvements has enjoyed 21 years of A+ Better Business Bureau (BBB) ratings, ten years of A+ Best Pick Reports ratings, ten years of Consumer's Choice Awards, ten years of Angie's List Super Service Awards, five years on the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Companies list, two years on Qualified Remodeler's Top 500 List, and two years as finalists in the BBB Torch Award for Ethics. Phillips most recently won the BBB of North Texas' 2019 Torch Award for Ethics in the small business category and will advance to the international level in the greater BBB Torch Awards for Ethics. a testament to the continued commitment to excellent customer service and workmanship that has distinguished Phillips among its peers 22 years running. Learn more about how Phillips is serving homeowners at http://www.phillipshomeimprovements.com. (972) 867-9792

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Jason Phillips, receives BBB Torch Award

It is a privilege and responsibility as Torch Award winners to remain lights in the business community, setting ever higher standards for ourselves and other businesses to follow in the DFW area," remarked Jason Phillips, CEO and President of Phillips Home Improvements.



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Kitchen and Bathroom designer and manufacturer releases proprietary line of single hole and wall mount carbon fiber faucets for residential and commercial bathrooms.

NEW YORK (PRWEB) DECEMBER 03, 2019
Carbon fiber is the hottest new material to infiltrate the kitchen and bathroom industries. Resilient, sturdy, durable, and lightweight, this build does it all. Now offered in single hole and wall-mount bathroom faucet varieties, VIGO's proprietary line of carbon fiber faucets, called the cFiber, presents this material to the market in a way that has never been done before.
By using a hands-on approach to delivering the most high-end products, VIGO manufactures the single and wall-mount bathrooms in owned and operated factories. Engineered to be 10x as strong and 5x as light as regular steel, the cFiber takes the best of what VIGO has already been doing and expands upon it.
The VIGO cFiber Bathroom Faucet Collection comes in 7-layer plated stainless steel, brushed nickel, and matte black finishes. With the core of the faucet body constructed from 100% solid brass, a carbon fiber shell encases the exterior to provide additional strength without weighing down the structure. Highly resilient to corrosion, tarnish, and rust, cFiber is also known for its high tensile strength and low thermal expansion. While carbon fiber was previously primarily used in the aerospace and aviation industries because of these properties, innovative architectural and interior designers such as those involved with VIGO recently began introducing them to the home décor market. Carbon fiber's propensity for withstanding moisture, heat, and chemicals make it the ideal material for residential bathrooms.
Homeowners will no longer have to worry about the lifetime of their fixtures with the cFiber. Of the latest innovation, VIGO CEO/Co-Founder Lenny Valdberg says, "VIGO always aims to provide the ideal experience for anyone using our products. We're excited that the cFiber not only looks sleek but it also gives people a better experience in the bathroom, one of the most important rooms. At the end of the day, our goal is to extend the lifetime of your home's fixtures; cFiber faucets can do that." 

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VIGO SINGLE HOLE CFIBER BATHROOM FAUCET

"cFiber not only looks sleek but it also gives people a better experience in the home."




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A collaborative endeavour between Therapy Box, technology business, a university and the NHS is seeking to help speech and language therapists identify the 2 children in every classroom with the often hidden disability of Developmental Language Disorder.

LONDON (PRWEB) DECEMBER 04, 2019
Developmental language disorder (DLD) is a condition where children have problems understanding and/or using spoken language. There is no obvious reason for these difficulties, for example, there is no hearing problem or physical disability that explains them.
Children with DLD often go unrecognised and without appropriate support can go on to have significant difficulties with education and social relationships with consequences for their wellbeing. However, access to specialist support and interventions at the right time can make a big difference, and reduce the chances of these negative consequences.
Funded by the National Institute for Health Research's Invention for Innovation programme, specialist technology company Therapy Box is leading a collaboration to take their machine learning based app to the clinic so that speech and language therapists in England and Wales can more quickly assess children's language, supporting them to identify children with DLD and then plan the support that child needs. The game-based app will present an animated story to be retold by children aged four to eight, and the child's spoken story will be analysed to understand how their performance stacks up to age-matched peers from around the country.
The innovative collaboration between Therapy Box, the Bristol Speech and Language Therapy Research Unit, Newcastle University and three NHS sites in Hackney, Newcastle and Bristol will take place across two years. At the start of the project, the team will be seeking 600 children to record their stories, to help train the app to recognise the children having trouble with their language. In the second year of the project, the app will be put through its paces by speech and language therapists and families coming to clinics for assessment.
"Our aim is to help speech and language therapists evaluate more children in a shorter space of time," project principal investigator Rebecca Bright shares, "The ambition for this project is to help children with DLD get the support they need as soon as possible".
Dr Yvonne Wren from the Bristol Speech and Language Therapy Research Unit is leading the evaluation of the clinical decision making tool, "The team involved in this project will ensure that we develop a tool which is fit for purpose and has been robustly evaluated, fulfilling the need for evidence-based tools in the assessment of children's language skills."
Dr Cristina Mckean whose team at Newcastle University will be working on the project, adds, "Identifying children with Language Disorder and designing tailored interventions to meet individual children's needs is a highly specialised and time-consuming process. Together with the Speech and Language Therapy Service at Newcastle Hospitals NHS Trust, I am excited to be part of the team harnessing the potential of technologies to make access to these specialist assessments more time-efficient and informative. In this way, our hope is that more children with Language Disorders can access the support they need to overcome their difficulties and thrive."
"As the Head of Service for a large, busy Speech and Language Therapy Service, I welcome a digital innovation that will support clinicians to quickly identify children with developmental language disorders," adds Geraldine Bates, Head of Service at Bristol Community Health, "This will save precious clinical time, that can be redirected into improving access to therapy."
About Therapy Box 
Therapy Box is an award-winning specialist technology team focusing on the use of speech, language and acoustic data for identifying difficulties and monitoring symptoms related to communication disorders. It's co-founder Rebecca Bright was awarded an MBE recognising her contribution to the field and the company, under the guidance of co-founder CEO Swapnil Gadgil, has won two Queen's Award for Enterprise: Innovation since its launch in 2009.
About Bristol Speech and Language Therapy Research Unit 
Bristol Speech and Language Therapy Research Unit (BSLTRU) conducts research and development that aims to improve the care and management of people with speech, language and communication disorders by developing knowledge related to the prevention, management and social consequences of the disorders. The Unit is hosted by North Bristol NHS Trust and is situated in the grounds of Southmead Hospital, Bristol. The team consists of speech & language therapy, psychology and information systems researchers with specialisms in primary language delays, speech sound disorder, cleft palate, complex communication needs and stuttering as well as administrative and technical support.
About Newcastle University 
Newcastle University is a research intensive university which exists for the public benefit to advance education, learning and research. Our objective is to build on this core purpose and, in doing so, provide new knowledge and creative solutions that make a positive impact. We aim to work collaboratively with our many external partners to shape brighter futures, grow the economy and champion social justice. Speech and Language Sciences at Newcastle University is a world leading centre for both education and research in speech and language sciences. It was the first UK University to offer an accredited degree in Speech and Language Therapy and continues the tradition of excellence placing collaborative partnerships, research and evidence based practice as central to its mission.
About Bristol Community Health 
Bristol Community Health is a Community Interest Company (CIC) and not-for-profit social enterprise providing NHS community healthcare services to people in Bristol and beyond. Bristol Community Health are partners in the Children's Community Health Partnership providing Therapy services, Public Health Nursing and Early Support services to children and young people living in Bristol and South Gloucestershire.
About the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) 
The National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) is the nation's largest funder of health and care research. The NIHR: 

funds, supports and delivers high-quality research that benefits the NHS, public health and social care

Engages and involves patients, carers and the public in order to improve the reach, quality and impact of research

Attracts, trains and supports the best researchers to tackle the complex health and care challenges of the future

Invests in world-class infrastructure and a skilled delivery workforce to translate discoveries into improved treatments and services

Partners with other public funders, charities and industry to maximise the value of research to patients and the economy

The NIHR was established in 2006 to improve the health and wealth of the nation through research and is funded by the Department of Health and Social Care. In addition to its national role, the NIHR supports applied health research for the direct and primary benefit of people in low- and middle-income countries, using UK aid from the UK government. 
Award code: NIHR200889




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Grant will support the innovative Strong Observant Seniors program to address the problem of elder exploitation.

MINEOLA, N.Y. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 04, 2019
The Huguette Clark Foundation announced today that it has awarded a $32,000 grant to the Family and Children's Association (FCA) to support its Strong Observant Seniors (SOS) program, an innovative and proven project that is addressing the problem of elder exploitation in Nassau County.
The SOS program is a unique public-private partnership that brings together law enforcement personnel and case management specialists to help elderly victims of exploitation with counseling and restitution, while prosecuting those responsible.
In its pilot phase in 2018, the SOS program showed measurable and meaningful success, educating more than 800 care providers, law enforcement personnel and seniors about elder exploitation and providing direct assistance to more than 80 seniors who were victimized. In addition, the program identified 10 prosecutable cases of elder abuse. The grant from the Huguette Clark Foundation will enable the SOS program to build on this success and strengthen and expand its services.
Ian Clark Devine, president of the Huguette Clark Foundation, said: "From its inception, the Huguette Clark Foundation has supported advocacy, training and education programs to combat elder abuse, as well as efforts aimed at strengthening the civil and criminal justice processes to hold perpetrators responsible. The SOS program combines all these elements and has had a significant impact in its first year. We are pleased to support its innovative approach, which we hope can serve as a model for other communities."
Dr. Jeffrey Reynolds, President and CEO of FCA, said: "We are grateful for the support of the Huguette Clark Foundation, which has developed a reputation for funding innovative programs to address elder abuse, using relatively small, targeted grants to achieve outsized results. We look forward to working with them as the SOS program continues its growth."
Lisa Stern, Assistant Vice President for Senior and Adult Services at FCA, said: "From our many years of experience, we have learned that elderly victims have a long journey to recovery. Ending the abuse and pursuing criminal prosecutions is only the beginning. The SOS program was designed to give counseling, support and guidance to seniors who have suffered abuse, and it made a strong impact in its first year. With this new funding, we can continue to work with our partners in law enforcement social services to serve vulnerable seniors in our community."
The elderly and disabled are significantly at risk for a range of crimes. On Long Island, the self-reported rates for financial abuse were 44.9 per 1000 and 38 per 1000 for non-financial abuse, according to a study on elder abuse prevalence in New York State. Financial exploitation was the type of exploitation most commonly reported by respondents, and nearly half of the abusers were the victims' adult children.
About the Huguette Clark Foundation
The Huguette Clark Foundation for Protection of Elders was created by members of the Clark family to honor their late aunt, Huguette Clark, who was victimized by her caregivers and advisors for more than two decades. The Foundation (huguetteclarkfoundation.org) supports innovative organizations and programs to fight the financial abuse of elders, addressing needs often overlooked by traditional programs. The Foundation's strategy is to make targeted early-stage grants to develop programs that later can be scaled or replicated for broad impact. Grants are related to the abuse that Huguette Clark herself suffered, specifically the prevention of undue influence, manipulation and financial exploitation by institutions and professionals.
The Huguette Clark Foundation, a tax-exempt public charity, has awarded grants since 2013 to support innovative education and advocacy programs to combat elder exploitation. Earlier grants provided financial support for programs to train Adult Protective Service workers; help banks implement federal guidelines for sharing customer information with investigatory agencies in cases of suspected elder financial exploitation; and develop model civil statutes to help victims of financial exploitation seek justice, recover assets and rebuild their lives.
About FCA
FCA is a not-for-profit agency helping more than 30,000 Long Islanders each year. For more than 130 years, the organization has worked to protect and strengthen vulnerable children, seniors, families and communities on Long Island.
FCA believes in the potential of Long Island - a place where no child, senior, family or community is left to struggle alone with barriers to health care, education, employment or economic prosperity. Long Island continues to be one of the greatest place in the world to live and raise a family for many; FCA exists to ensure that be the case for all.

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Whitney Bailey Cox & Magnani, LLC (WBCM), a Mid-Atlantic engineering firm, announced today an online brand refresh and unveiled a new website to reflect the organization's wide range of engineering, architecture, construction, associated services, and core values.

BALTIMORE (PRWEB) DECEMBER 04, 2019
Whitney Bailey Cox & Magnani, LLC (WBCM), a Mid-Atlantic engineering firm, announced today an online brand refresh and unveiled a new website to reflect the organization's wide range of engineering, architecture, construction, associated services, and core values.
Founded in 1977 and with over 40 years of rich history, the WBCM Team of engineers, architects, landscape architects, surveyors, and LEED professionals has completed numerous projects for a diverse client base. WBCM's mission is to build relationships with clients while committing to diversity, innovation, value and excellence in everything they do. With six offices throughout Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia, WBCM is most notably known for work in civil engineering, structural engineering, transportation engineering, and marine and industrial/process engineering.
"Over the years our organization has excelled well beyond what our online identity depicts. We invested considerable time searching for a marketing firm that aligned with our core values, and one with a proven track record. After meeting with CC&A Strategic Media we quickly realized their team could help us achieve our goals. Our new online identity reflects our values, showcases our projects, and allows our clients to fully understand who we are as an organization. It's been a long process and we couldn't be more pleased with the outcome of this project." said WBCM President, Marco Legaluppi, PE.
WBCM's complement of over 200 dedicated employees, over half of whom are licensed professionals including engineers, architects, landscape architects, surveyors, and LEED professionals, are committed to their mission of being a client-focused business that respects diversity, innovation, value, and excellence. The WBCM Team has left its mark throughout the region, having completed the design, engineering, and construction of projects exceeding one billion dollars in construction value.
"WBCM is a company dedicated to excellence. After our first interactions we quickly realized the level of expertise within their organization is unmatched. While working through the process of building a new online identity, we saw firsthand the extensive list of projects they've completed. It is extremely impressive to see how successful WBCM has been over the past 40 plus years, and I have no doubt that success will continue for many years to come." – Stephen Taormino – CEO of CC&A Strategic Media
For more information, visit https://www.wbcm.com. Please direct all media inquiries and requests to Lauren Aversa at 410-931-6717 or by email at LAversa@cca-mail.com.

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TruBlue offers handyman services, house cleaning services, seasonal work, yard/lawn care and more.

ORLANDO, FLA. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 04, 2019
Alexander and Jessenia Calderon, an Orlando couple with a long history in business leadership, are pleased to announce the launch of their new house care company – TruBlue Total House Care of Orlando Metro.
TruBlue is a full-service company that provides professional handyman, maid, lawn and seasonal services that are perfect for busy families, seniors and anyone who wants the comforts of their own home without worrying about critical property maintenance. TruBlue of Orlando Metro serves Orlando, Maitland, Winter Park and the surrounding communities.
To assist those with ongoing home care needs or who want to take property management off their plates entirely, TruBlue has a monthly House Care Plus program, which enables clients to hire TruBlue to provide regular, monthly maintenance. TruBlue also works with homeowners, realtors and rental property owners who need to quickly get homes move-in ready and keep them maintained, and has commercial services for business clients.
"At TruBlue, we care about service, our customers and our community. With the convenience of our one-call-does-it-all advantage and our experience in customer service, TruBlue raises the bar in house care," Alexander said. "I think it's also important for people to know that, when they do business with TruBlue, they are doing business with a locally-owned and operated company that's invested in the Orlando area. We are part of this community and we're here to stay."
Jessenia and Alexander have more than 40 years of combined retail leadership and more than 20 years of combined home improvement experience. They live in Orlando and they have two daughters, one son and two grandchildren.
"Jessenia and I have been in retail management for most of our careers and we have always wanted to open our own business. We knew if we were going to go that route, it had to be a business that would help people and offer both convenience and amazing customer services. That's what we found with TruBlue," Alexander said. "We are looking forward to serving the people in our community and we're especially excited to be working with seniors."
All TruBlue employees are licensed, bonded and insured. To learn more about TruBlue of Orlando Metro, call 321-345-2121, email JCalderon@trubluehousecare.com or visit http://www.trubluehousecare.com/orlando-metro. 



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TruBlue is a full-service company that provides handyman, maid, lawn and seasonal services in Colorado Springs, Manitou Springs, Fountain and the surrounding areas.

COLORADO SPRINGS, COLO. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 04, 2019
David Lutz is pleased to announce the launch of his new home maintenance company, TruBlue of Colorado Springs.
TruBlue is a full-service company that provides professional handyman, maid, lawn and seasonal services that are perfect for busy families, seniors and anyone who wants the comforts of their own home without worrying about critical property maintenance. TruBlue of Colorado Springs serves Colorado Springs, Manitou Springs, Fountain and the surrounding areas.
"There are a lot of one-off handyman companies out there, but TruBlue is the next level of interior and exterior home care. You can partner with TruBlue to take care of every aspect of your home – from caring for your lawn and handling your snow removal to making interior repairs and doing renovations. It's truly one-call-does-it-all service and, with the backing of a national franchise, TruBlue is a brand you can trust," Lutz said.
To assist those with ongoing home care needs or who want to take property management off their plates entirely, TruBlue has a monthly House Care Plus program, which enables clients to hire TruBlue to provide regular, monthly maintenance. TruBlue also works with homeowners, realtors and rental property owners who need to quickly get homes move-in ready and keep them maintained, and has commercial services for business clients.
"Almost everyone needs help eventually – my wife's parents moved in with us back in 2014 and, before my dad moved into assisted living, my parents were paying a contractor a few thousand dollars a year to help with small house projects when I couldn't be there. In both of those situations, having a trusted partner like TruBlue and a program like House Care Plus could have made a big difference. I'm looking forward to providing another option to the people in the Colorado Springs area," Lutz said.
Lutz was born and raised in Texas and he and his wife, Kathy, have two children – Megan and Matthew. Lutz graduated from the University of Texas and started his career in sales before moving into the insurance field. His insurance work focused on life insurance and financial planning.
"Working in insurance gave me the opportunity to help people, but in a very specific way. As a TruBlue franchisee, I'm able to help people enjoy the benefits of owning a home without the stresses of daily maintenance, especially seniors and busy families. I'm excited about helping people in Colorado Springs love their homes and get their weekends back," Lutz said.
All TruBlue employees are licensed, bonded and insured. To learn more about TruBlue of Colorado Springs, call 719-644-5574, email DLutz@TruBlueHouseCare.com or visit http://www.trubluehousecare.com/Colorado-Springs. 

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As a TruBlue franchisee, I'm able to help people enjoy the benefits of owning a home without the stresses of daily maintenance, especially seniors and busy families. I'm excited about helping people in Colorado Springs love their homes and get their weekends back. - David Lutz




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Atlantic Group USA LLC is the premier moving company in Florida, offering top-notch residential and commercial moving services. Each employee is a Certified Expert, being properly trained to handle realty though and stressful relocation projects.

NORTH MIAMI, FLA. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 04, 2019
Atlantic Group USA is a moving company based in Miami, Florida that wants to make every moving experience more enjoyable. Change is everywhere, be it moving to a new house or refurbishing an office. Atlantic Group USA is the team of professionals that can make the changes pleasant and worries free. They offer the best solutions in various situations like moving to a new home, relocating to a new office building or commercial facility with the customer's equipment and goods.
The reputation of Atlantic Group USA has helped them stay one level above the competing local movers and they managed to expand their coverage all around the United States. Being successful in the industry of conveyance is not easy and companies should take on board the latest developments. This is what Atlantic Group USA does to ensure the highest quality of its services. Furthermore, to make sure that each and every employee at every single level of the company provides the same top-notch service, they hold professional trainings. By doing so, Atlantic Group USA ensures that its reputation is always reinforced by the great work and competence of their employees.
At Atlantic Group USA, close cooperation allows them to solve any possible issues that can arise along the way. All agents and every single member of their crew make up a fantastic team that is capable of solving any problems that might appear.
Atlantic Group USA offers local moving services. They know how to ensure a perfect home moving service and they always do it perfectly. Their extensive experience in local moving allowed them to pick only the best methods and equip their teams and trucks with the best skills, equipment, and materials to ensure a perfect customer experience every time. Before the goods are loaded into their modern and impeccable clean trucks, the Atlantic Group USA expert moving teams will pad wrap and pack the customer's belongings in the best possible manner to ensure that they are protected during the transportation.
Business relocation should never be a hassle. Atlantic Group USA is happy to assist businesses that need help when moving. Furthermore, they can help businesses that are not moving out to rearrange their furniture in their offices. No matter the size or the number of goods that need to be moved, they can handle it.
Atlantic Group USA provides household and business storage. This service is useful for new homeowners who need a place to store their belongings from their old house until their new house is ready. Also, businesses that need to have their furniture and appliances out of the office for space improvements, remodeling, or they need to store the items until they move to a new place can also let Atlantic Group USA handle the things for them.
When moving from an apartment or condo, there are some rules the customers need to follow. The Atlantic Group USA moving teams are trained to handle tight staircases and stairs without damaging those or the customer's belongings.
Atlantic Group USA also provides long-distance moving services. Their Expedited long-distance moving service provides several advantages such as fast delivery of the belongings to the destination point, a high probability that the customer's belongings will be loaded at the original location and unloaded at the destination point by the same moving team, and accurate timing of the goods delivery to the destination point.
The moving services begin with the packing process. Atlantic Group USA offers professional packing and unpacking services. Customers who decide to use them as their packing aid should be ready when their teams come one day before the scheduled move day and pack all the items. Atlantic Group USA's moving teams use only the most effective materials, which allow ensuring the highest safety level for the customer's belongings. The customer is the one who decides which and how many items the teams need to pack.
Atlantic Group USA is the number one choice for relocating, no matter how far, no matter how much furniture, they know how to do it right and move their customers' belongings safe and sound. 

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People have been having outdoor fires for millennia, but not all of them are done efficiently or safely. Here are a few secrets to getting the most out of an outdoor fire pit.

WOODBURY, N.J. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 04, 2019
The crackle and flicker coming from a fire pit is one of the iconic sounds and sights of fall nights. Fall is the best time to enjoy a warm fire outdoors – the air is crisp and the heat from the fire is cozy and comforting. People have been having outdoor fires for millennia, but not all of them are done efficiently or safely. Here are a few secrets to getting the most out of an outdoor fire pit.
Getting started
The driest wood and tinder are necessary for a quick-lighting fire. Tinder can be small twigs, strips of birch bark, pine straw, or, strangely enough, broken pieces of potato chips or cheese-based snacks like Doritos or Cheetos. Newspaper does not make good tinder because it flames out too quickly and it sends lit embers into the air.
Place tinder in the clean fire pit. Put the smallest bits in first and pile upwards according to size, with the largest pieces on top. Kindling is the wood that is bigger than tinder but not as large or as long. Dry twigs and branches less than one inch in diameter make good kindling. If the kindling snaps easily underfoot, then it is ready for burning.
The best dry logs are hard, show their rings and cracks on the edges, and have no signs of mold or fungus growing on them. Layer dry wood on top of kindling in a crosshatch pattern. While triangle structures for fires are popular, a crosshatch pattern will burn the wood more thoroughly. Also, for fire pits, the lower height of the crosshatch pile will be safer than the taller pyramid shape. Be sure not to build too high a stack.
Lighting
Simple is best. Matches are the way to go. Long-armed matchsticks are convenient and keep hands away from flames. Holding the match in the tinder or dropping it in should be enough to ignite it. Smoke will rise if the tinder lights. Gently fan the embers. If the wood is piled on too tightly, the tinder may not get enough oxygen to burn. Re-light the tinder in three places and fan gently until the kindling begins to burn.
Safety
As with indoor fireplaces, there are screens that help retain embers and sparks that may pop from the fire. Also keep the wood supply a safe distance away from the flames and seating at 3 feet away or more. Fire pits themselves should be at least 10 to 20 feet away from any structure, including the home.
Having an active hose or buckets of water nearby is essential for outdoor fires because some embers may escape. With the many dried fallen leaves around this season, caution is paramount. Some homeowners douse the fallen leaves before having a fire pit night for an added measure of safety. Be sure the fire is completely out before turning in for the night. The hose or bucket of water can be used for this purpose.
Treats
Anything goes. S'mores are classic. Hot dogs, kebabs or other food items that can be cooked quickly over a flame make for great fire pit meals. Avoid paper plates and cups. Stoneware or heavy duty plastic dinnerware and cloth napkins are less likely to be caught in the flames than paper accessories. Set up a table with condiments and drinks in an open area at least 10 feet away from the flames to allow guests to prepare their food.
Enjoy
Enjoying a fall evening outside with s'mores, warm drinks and stories shared among friends and family can be as easy as starting up a fire in the fire pit. Nothing draws out neighbors like seeing those inviting, flickering flames or smelling the unique and wonderful aroma of a campfire. Outdoor fire pits are a classic way to gather friends and family and share a cozy evening together.
About EP Henry 
EP Henry is the oldest American family-owned and -operated manufacturer of unit concrete products in North America. Based in Woodbury, New Jersey, EP Henry manufactures a wide range of Hardscaping paving stone and retaining wall products. EP Henry also offers beautiful patio pavers, outdoor kitchen kits, garden wall solutions and more to homeowners throughout the Mid-Atlantic states. For more information on EP Henry Hardscaping products, visit EPHenry.com or call 800-44-HENRY (800-444-3679).




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INDIANAPOLIS (PRWEB) DECEMBER 04, 2019
Buying a home is one of the biggest purchases in a person's life. "However, first-time homebuyers, although usually excited, are typically unaware of the buying process," said Rankin, who has been a real estate agent since 1996.
To educate first-time buyers on the process, Rankin lists the following seven tips:
No. 1: Work on your credit. "If you know you want to buy a home, work on getting the best credit score you can get," stressed Rankin. "Check your credit report, and work to fix anything that seems out of the ordinary. Your loan officer can give you insight on what to work on. Mortgage rates are based on your credit score, so the higher the score, the better the rate."
No. 2: Talk to several lenders to find the best program. First-time buyers should always shop lenders, even if they know someone who is a loan officer. "You may get a better rate and have to put less money down," noted Rankin. "Personally, I am not a huge fan of online lenders -- those you can't walk into a building and talk to."
No. 3: Know what you can afford. Rankin advises not being "House rich and cash poor," and to keep enough in one's savings to still enjoy life and not be bogged down with house payments. "This most likely won't be the last house you purchase, so make it easy and comfortable," stated Rankin. "Depending on the loan program you choose, you may be able to refinance your loan very soon, should rates drop. Some loans require a 2-year waiting period, so ask your loan officer."
No. 4: Choose a down-payment that works best for you. Keep in mind that you might only be in this first home for 5 years. If you have the money for a 20% down-payment (which is a typical conventional loan amount), then do that. That means you have 20% equity. "If you don't, then there are many other options for the amount you put down, all the way down to almost 0%," added Rankin.
VA (almost 0%), FHA (3.5%), Insured Conventional (less than 20%), and even some conventional loans are less than 20%, but might come with a higher interest rate. 
Down-payment assistance programs -- income dependent, but there are many available. 
Gifts from family or friends -- there are loans which allow you to get a gift from your parents or others, so ask your loan officer if you have someone willing to do this.
No. 5: Choosing the wrong home. "Don't choose the home over the neighborhood," said Rankin. "Choosing the right neighborhood or an area that is up-and-coming will help you gain equity sooner."
No. 6: Take your time. Don't jump at the first home you look at, unless you and your Realtor have done extensive research. Make sure you are comfortable with the decision on the home you choose. "There are plenty out there, regardless of what you hear in the media," exclaimed Rankin.
No. 7: Choose the right Realtor. "If you are not comfortable with the Realtor you are working with, part ways and find someone else," concluded Rankin. "The right Realtor will be there to help you down the road when you are ready to sell and buy a bigger home."
About Terry Rankin, Century 21 Scheetz 
Terry Rankin works with both buyers and sellers. He specializes in first-time home buyers and investors, new construction and development, urban and in-fill properties, commercial and industrial properties, rugby player and coach relocation, estate properties, waterfront and golf course properties, and vacant land. Terry is a Quality Service Pinnacle Producer and recipient of numerous sales awards. For more information, please call (317) 507-4250, or visit http://www.terryrankin.com.
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BIRMINGHAM, ALA. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 04, 2019
KultureCity has been honored as the winner for the TheStadiumBusiness Design & Development Awards; these have been launched to recognize leadership, innovation and achievement in the design, development, construction and re-furbishment of major sports venue facilities globally. Winners were announced during TheStadiumBusiness Design & Development Summit 2019 (26-27 Nov, London) - the world's leading gathering of project teams delivering next generation stadia.
Ian Nuttall, Founder, TheStadiumBusiness said: "The Awards is about celebrating the professionals involved in the delivery of the next generation of stadia. For the last nine years, we have honored some of the world's top venues and this year will be no exception."
Sensory sensitivities or challenges with sensory regulation are often experienced by 1 in 5 individuals; those sensitivities may stem from autism, dementia, PTSD, anxiety, down syndrome, and other conditions. One of the major barriers for these individuals is sensitivity to over stimulation and noise, which is an enormous part of the environment in a venue. With the KultureCity certification, venues are now better prepared to assist guests with sensory sensitivities in having the most comfortable and accommodating experience possible when attending any event.
KultureCity has been an innovator in the Stadia world for over 3 years through its partnerships with NBA, NFL, NHL, MLB, MLS, AEW, and other organizations. KultureCity is now working with 25 out of 30 NBA teams and 9 of them have sensory rooms; 9 of 32 NFL teams and 3 have sensory rooms; 3 of 24 MLS teams and 1 has sensory room; 10 of 30 MLB and 2 have sensory rooms; 11 of 31 NHL teams and 1 has a sensory room. In addition, AEW has committed that all of its live shows will be inclusive.
Senior Vice President of Social Responsibility for the National Basketball Association, Todd Jacobson states, "KultureCity has been a terrific partner helping the league and our teams create more inclusive environments in NBA arenas. Their efforts have positively impacted the lives of many fans around the world. We hope this well-deserved recognition will lead to others working with them to create more accessibility in their venues and stadiums."
Brandi Rhodes from AEW mentions, "KultureCity has been a dream partnership for the wrestling industry. It's been rewarding to be able to cater to our entire fanbase at live shows. This has been an invaluable resource for families as we travel around the country entertaining them!"
Melanie Lee from MLB commented that, "KultureCity has been a great resource for MLB and our Clubs by creating a more inclusive space for all of our fans, both domestically AND internationally. KultureCity is not only comprised of industry leaders, but has also provided invaluable expertise in regards to our trainings, sensory room design, and fan engagement."
As KultureCity expanded internationally, Geelong Cats' Sarah Albon and Kardinia Park Stadium Trusts' Kirsten Blake mention: "Introducing Australia's first sensory inclusive stadium has been incredibly humbling. We hope that it can create a ripple effect of greater inclusivity Down Under."
"KultureCity's sensory room at Marvel Stadium has made the venue much more accessible for a wider range of fans, we've noticed many people using the facility and more fans are now able to come out and see the events they love, which is what the stadium is all about – coming together to experience something incredible."
A few notable collaborations from 2019 thus far include: 

Training and launching sensory rooms in Australia at Kardinia Park Stadium (Geelong Cats) and Marvel Stadium – first Australian Football team/venue

Bringing SAVE (mobile sensory room) to MLB All-Star Weekend

Training and launching sensory room in England at Craven Cottage (Fulham Football Club) – first English Premier team/venue

Training Rogers Centre (Toronto Blue Jays) – first Canadian venue/team

Prior to attending an event, families can download the free KultureCity App where one can view what sensory features are available and where they can access them.
"To know that we are allowing families and individuals to attend a game/event/concert is truly a heartwarming moment. Our communities are what shapes our lives and we truly appreciate each of our partners and venues who are willing to go the extra mile to ensure that everyone, no matter their ability, is included in their community." Uma Srivastava, COO, KultureCity.
The KultureCity board comprises of: Evelyn Yang, Jenni Farley, Daniel Platzman, Noah and Sara Wyle, Tiki Barber, Traci Johnson, Kelly Aucoin, Ben McKee, Dr. Julian Maha, Dr. Michele Kong, Susanne Moore, Bly and Meagan Gravlee, Josh Jones, Jason Rogoff, Christopher Gotham, and Anel Lopez.
KultureCity has been honored and recognized by TheStadiumBusiness for Sustainability and Community Award in 2018 for Cleveland Cavaliers' Quiet Space Sensory Room at Quicken Loans Arenaand Sensory Bags at Bridgestone Arena/Nashville Predators in 2019.
KULTURECITY 
KultureCity is a leading non-profit recognized nationwide for using their resources to revolutionize and effect change in the community for those with sensory needs; not just those with Autism. Since the program's inception, KultureCity has created over 400 sensory inclusive venues in 4 countries; this includes special events such as: NFL Pro-Bowl, NFL Super Bowl, MLB All Star Weekend. KultureCity has won many awards for its efforts: NASCAR Betty Jane France Humanitarian Award in 2017, Cleveland Cavaliers' Quiet Space Sensory Room at Quicken Loans Arena was a finalist for the 2018 Stadium Business Award, and the 2018 Clio Sports Silver for social good in partnership with Cleveland Cavaliers/Quicken Loans Arena. Recently, KultureCity was awarded one of the World's Most Innovative Companies for 2019 by FastCompany.
THE ORGANISER 
TheStadiumBusiness Design & Development Awards are owned and organised by Xperiol-ogy, the specialist events, training and advisory agency for the sports and entertainment facilities sector. Xperiology also owns and organises many leading industry events, includ-ing: TheStadiumBusiness Summit, TheStadiumBusiness Awards, TheStadiumBusiness Summit Design & Development Summit, TheTicketingBusiness Forum, and TheTicketing-Business Awards, in addition to delivering industry-first news services for the sports and live entertainment industries - TheStadiumBusiness.com and TheTicketingBusiness.com.

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Questions from affected families prompts new interactive session on rare neurological disorder

BOSTON (PRWEB) DECEMBER 04, 2019
Building on questions received during their first educational initiative for patients and families affected by chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP), PlatformQ Health and GBS|CIDP Foundation International are today pleased to announce a new video program that will be live on December 11th at 3pm ET on NeuroCareLive. The upcoming session will give families facing a diagnosis of CIDP the opportunity to interact with some of the nation's leading experts as well as learn about available treatments such as IVIG, understand how side effects can be managed, and strengthen communication with healthcare providers.
This is the fourth collaboration between the two organizations – they designed three programs for clinicians and one for families from May 2018 to July 2019, each of which was available to attend on-demand for 12 months after the live premiere. The patient-oriented program received 215 questions from families on a variety of topics, not all of which could be addressed by panelists in the hour-long session, and more feedback was gathered in the post-program study.
"Survey responses and numerous questions asked in the initial program on CIDP underscored the need to continue to educate patients and caregivers and alleviate their concerns. There remain a lot of questions about treatment and response to treatment, particularly with IVIG, so the next program focuses on those themes," explained Dr. Anne Roc, Vice President of Medical Education at PlatformQ Health. "With so much ground to cover on this rare neurologic disorder, I can see future programming continue on other topics, such as dealing with quality of life issues and the long-view of coping with CIDP."
A poster about the results from the first programs was accepted and recently shared at the Rare Diseases and Orphan Products Breakthrough Summit hosted by the National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD).
"The first patient program we collaborated on with PlatformQ Health was so engaging for our community," noted Executive Director of the GBS|CIDP Foundation International Lisa Butler. "Not every family has easy access to CIDP specialists, so we're looking forward to being able to bring out another opportunity to interact with experts this December."
A new accredited program about CIDP for professionals is currently available on NeuroSeriesLive. The original series and new sessions were supported educational grants from Grifols.
About GBS|CIDP Foundation International 
GBS|CIDP Foundation International is a Philadelphia, PA-based, global, nonprofit supporting individuals and their families affected by Guillain-Barre' syndrome (GBS), Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP), and related conditions such as MMN. We are committed to providing opportunities for support and networking, referrals to insightful medical specialists, educational materials for the entire family, research funding and advocacy for legislation that directly affects our patient community. We are working toward a future where patients coping with this rare set of neurologic conditions do not suffer alone and that every person affected by GBS, CIDP, or related syndromes will have access to early and accurate diagnosis, appropriate treatment, and knowledgeable support services.
About PlatformQ Health 
PlatformQ Health is the leading provider of interactive digital medical education for clinicians, patients and caregivers. To improve patient care, PlatformQ Health creates video-first educational modules with premier partners, so learners can better understand conditions, available treatment options, and the latest research. The company's proprietary platform allows participants to engage in real-time discussion with scientific, research and patient care experts – and the integrated learning solution enables advocates, administrators, health systems and plans, foundations, societies, member organizations and associations to measure the impact of their education.

"With so much ground to cover on this rare neurologic disorder, I can see future programming continue on other topics, such as dealing with quality of life issues and the long-view of coping with CIDP."




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WILLIAMS, ARIZ. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 04, 2019
Bearizona, a popular drive- and walk-thru wildlife park devoted to providing homes to wild animals in need, announced today it will kick off the annual Wild Wonderland celebration on Friday, December 6, 2019. Visitors are allowed to enter the glowing Fort Bearizona after normal operating hours every Friday, Saturday and Sunday in December to experience this night-time extravaganza.
Wild Wonderland is a family-friendly event that immerses guests in the Christmas spirit as they stroll among 400,000 lights illuminating the towering ponderosa pine trees. The lights are synchronized with traditional Christmas music every half hour, providing a dynamic multimedia show of colors and sounds. Additionally, several of the park's resident critters, such as jaguars, otters, bobcats, raccoons, badgers and foxes, will be staying up late to open their early Christmas presents for the viewing pleasuring of park guests.
Guests will also be given the opportunity to spend time with Mrs. Claus during a nightly story time reading in the gift shop, stay warm by the outdoor fire pit where they can purchase s'mores to roast, and enjoy the seasonal libations and holiday treats available for purchase at Canyonlands Restaurant. After story time, kids of all ages can take photos with Mrs. Claus.
The full nightly schedule for Wild Wonderland is below: 

6 pm - Front gates open

6:30 pm - Jaguars and otters open presents

First light show takes place, repeating every 30 minutes until 8:30 pm

Craft room opens in gift shop

7 pm - Story time with Mrs. Claus

7:30 pm - Bobcats and raccoons open presents

8 pm - Story time with Mrs. Claus

8:15 pm - Last admittance

8:30 pm - Badgers and foxes open presents

9 pm - Park closes

"Our Wild Wonderland has always been a wonderful opportunity for families to come together and get into the spirit of the holidays," said owner Sean Casey. "We are proud to continue providing this experience for the thousands of park visitors who have let us become a part of their family traditions."
Tickets for Wild Wonderland are available online at http://www.bearizona.com/ for $13 (using promo code bzwild19) or $20 at the gate, and children under the age of 3 are free. Admission to this event is a separate charge from general park admission. Wild Wonderland takes place in the Fort Bearizona walk-thru portion of the park only; the drive-thru portion of the park is closed. Wild Wonderland will be closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
About Bearizona 
Bearizona is a popular drive-and walk-thru wildlife park near the Grand Canyon devoted to providing homes to wild animals in need and promoting conservation by inviting visitors to view wildlife in spacious, natural environments that foster memorable and educational encounters with animals. Learn more at http://www.bearizona.com.
Media Contact: 
April White 
Bearizona 
april@bearizona.com 
323-216-8589

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Wild Wonderland is a family-friendly event that immerses guests in the Christmas spirit as they stroll among 400,000 lights illuminating the towering ponderosa pine trees.

Our Wild Wonderland has always been a wonderful opportunity for families to come together and get into the spirit of the holidays.



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Degree holders gain increased earning potential with career opportunities upon graduation from these top ranked institutions.

SEATTLE (PRWEB) DECEMBER 04, 2019
Intelligent.com, a trusted resource for online degree rankings and higher education planning, has announced the Top 31 Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy Degree Programs for 2020. The comprehensive research guide is based on an assessment of 144 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 144 schools, on a scale of 0 to 100, with only 31 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 Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy Degree Programs. To access the complete ranking, please visit: https://www.intelligent.com/best-online-masters-in-marriage-and-family-therapy-degree-programs/.
2020 Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy Degree Programs featured on Intelligent.com (in alphabetical order):
Abilene Christian University 
Alliant International University 
Amridge University 
Antioch University New England 
Arizona State University 
California Baptist University 
California State University, Northridge 
Campbellsville University 
Capella University 
City University of Seattle 
Fresno Pacific University 
Grand Canyon University 
Houston Baptist University 
Indiana Wesleyan University 
John Brown University 
Lancaster Bible College 
Lee University 
Liberty University 
Messiah College 
Mid-America Christian University 
Northcentral University 
Palo Alto University 
Pepperdine University 
Regent University 
Seton Hill University 
Southern California Seminary 
Touro University Worldwide 
University of Colorado Denver Anschutz Medical Campus 
University of Massachusetts Boston 
University of West Alabama 
Walden University
About Intelligent.com 
Intelligent.com provides unbiased research to help students make informed decisions about higher education programs. The website offers curated guides which include the best degree programs as well as information about financial aid, internships and even study strategies. With comprehensive, user-friendly guides and hundreds of program rankings, Intelligent.com is a trusted source among students and prospective students.




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Environmental Watch: Though buying a mattress online is super convenient, the free return policies of bed-in-a-box retailers are causing about 600,000 additional mattresses to be dumped in U.S. landfills each year. As a sustainability pioneer, the way Luma Sleep has designed their mattress actually reduces the number of returns and helps to protect the environment.

APOLLO BEACH, FLA. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 04, 2019
It's true. One company can make a difference to the environment.
E-commerce is changing every industry on the planet, including the mattress industry. Traditional mattress retailers are taking notice as retail market share has shifted considerably in less than four years (Furniture Today). Today, there are more than 175 online bed-in-a-box companies competing in the $16.5 billion per year mattress marketplace.
American adults generally buy a new mattress every eight to 10 years. This means about 14 million new mattresses are purchased each year and nearly that many are disposed of in landfills. The disposal problem isn't new. It gave rise to the Mattress Recycling Council, but only CA, CT, and RI have made mattress recycling mandatory.
Over the last few years, the mattress disposal problem has been sizably increased by bed-in-a-box "disruptors." The reason? Most online mattresses sold have "100-night" in-home trials with free returns. While this may be consumer-friendly, it harms the environment because the return rate of bed-in-a-box mattresses is extremely high.
It seems some consumers treat mattresses like they were Zappos shoes. However, there is a huge difference between a used mattress and undamaged shoes.
Bed-in-a-Box Retailers Are Adding To The Environmental Problem
While the free trial removes the financial risk of buying the wrong mattress online, it has two undesirable consequences. First, if these mattresses don't work out, consumers must hassle with returning the mattress and finding another. Secondly, the return process ends up sending the majority of these brand new mattresses straight to the landfill.
Cascade Alliance, a major recycling non-profit in Oregon, writes: "Mattresses are bulky, their springs get jammed up in compacting equipment, and non-biodegradable synthetic foam and fibers from some mattresses contain hazardous chemicals which can leak into nearby water tables." In fact, more than 90 percent of the online mattresses are made using non-biodegradable synthetic foams. This is a serious issue that's not being covered by the press.
Steve Russo, Founder & CEO of online retailer Luma Sleep explains: "About 15 to 20 percent of bed-in-a-box box mattresses are returned shortly after purchase. With nearly 30 percent of sales units now coming from e-commerce - using a conservative 15 percent return rate - we're talking about an additional 500,000 - 700,000 mattresses a year that must be disposed of properly. That's enough to fill up over 35,000 dumpsters!"
When customers return a bed-in-a-box mattress, they may think it will be recycled, but it usually doesn't happen. A recent CNBC article reports: "All three major companies (Casper, Leesa, and Tuft & Needle) say they will either donate the mattresses or trash them, but in our experience, with Casper and Leesa they're going right to the dump."
Smart Business Practices Are Coming To The Rescue
The way Luma Sleep addresses its customers' comfort needs actually helps to reduce the number of mattresses in U.S. landfills. Luma's Free Comfort Exchange Program - the ability to change (and not have to return) the mattress - is an environmental gamechanger.
Russo remarks: "There will always be customers who aren't pleased with the way the mattress feels after they sleep on it. We designed our mattresses in two layers, so customers can choose the comfort of their mattress when they purchase it. If it isn't to their liking, we also allow for a Free Comfort Exchange of the latex pillow top for the entire first year. Our design results in very few returns. This not only enhances our financial performance, it also avoids the environmental impact of disposing of the mattress."
In effect, Luma Sleep's unique design reduces the number of returns, thereby reducing the number of new mattresses going to landfills. In contrast, the primary option other online mattress companies offer consumers is return > refund > landfill.
Luma Sleep Uses Sustainable, Biodegradable Components
Luma's mattresses and toppers are also eco-friendly. Mattress comfort layers are exclusively made of either natural or a blend of natural/man-made latex. Both of these materials are biodegradable, as are the steel springs in Luma's hybrid mattresses and the Tencel fabrics used for their mattress covers. The latex foam rubber is also more durable, so these mattresses don't wear out (or end up in landfills) as quickly as their synthetic polyfoam counterparts.
Luma Sleep has designed its products and business practices with sustainability in mind. Russo says: "We want to make sure we're doing as much as possible to address our environmental footprint. There are ways to design and engineer mattresses to create a win for the customer, for the company, and for the environment. That's the very foundation of the Luma Sleep business model."
Further details about the Luma Sleep Free Comfort Exchange Program can be found at: https://lumasleep.com/pages/comfort-exchanges-form.
You can reach Luma Sleep via LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lumasleep/
About Luma Sleep
Luma Sleep is a premium, luxury bedding brand available exclusively online. Luma's unique two-layer mattress provides a lifetime of adaptable comfort. Luma offers consumers the ability to customize the comfort of their mattress during and after purchase by simply exchanging the pillow top layer for an alternative firmness. Launched in January 2016, Luma Sleep is committed to changing what people expect from a mattress company with their innovative designs, premium quality materials, and on-going customer support programs.




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Property managers, board members, condo and HOA decision makers will have a chance to learn about preventative and reactive maintenance at western Florida's largest condo and HOA expo.

TAMPA, FLA. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 05, 2019
MaintenX, one of the nation's largest self-performing maintenance providers, is heading to the Cooperator Expo Western Florida in Tampa, on December 5. The one-day conference features more than 180 exhibitors to network and discuss industry trends with decision makers, board members and property managers from condominiums and HOAs across the region. With educational seminars, new connections and industry advice, the Expo is a must attend event.
"The needs of HOA and condo facility managers are unique due to the nature of their properties and the variety of stakeholders involved," said Bill Schaphorst, MaintenX's VP of Business Development. "MaintenX has more than 40 years of experience in providing best-in-class services to address the needs of these locations. From curb to roof, MaintenX can help care for multi-tenant properties."
MaintenX is excited to be exhibiting in Tampa - the same city where they are headquartered. Florida presents many challenges to exterior maintenance that take years of experience and a focus on safety and customer satisfaction to execute well. Luckily, MaintenX's fleet of self-performing technicians can assist with projects large and small across the entire state, as well as in nearly every state across the nation.
MaintenX team members will be onsite at the Tampa Convention Center to discuss preventative and reactive facility maintenance services with HOA and condo leadership. Many attendees will be interested in learning about roof maintenance, plumbing, HVAC, paving/sealing, and exterior maintenance, all areas where MaintenX has been offering best-in-class preventive and reactive maintenance solutions for more than 40 years.
Waterproofing is an additional area of interest and concern for HOA and Condo facility managers and MaintenX continues to expand their services to address their clients most pressing needs. For example, in early 2019, MaintenX officially started their Waterproofing Division to help clients address the threats of water intrusion for the entire exterior envelope of a building.
To learn more about MaintenX and the full range of services they provide, visit http://www.maintenx.com.
ABOUT MAINTENX INTERNATIONAL: 
MaintenX International is a fully licensed, facilities repair company. As one of the largest national self-performing facility maintenance and repair companies in the U.S., MaintenX has created a wide network of knowledgeable and professional technicians throughout the country. With their team of well-trained technicians, MaintenX self-performs and manages facility maintenance for their clients. In the event there is not a MaintenX technician in an area, the company has established a network of preferred vendor partners throughout the country for continued superior service for their clients. For more than 40 years, MaintenX has been expertly serving multi-location retail stores, restaurant chains and Fortune 500 companies nationwide



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Amanda Cuomo, SlimFast Keto Brand Ambassador and Chelsea Cohen, SlimFast Recipe Developer, partnered with Your Update TV and D S Simon Media on a nationwide media tour to discuss their holiday survival guide to keeping a healthy diet no matter what holiday hurdles are thrown your way

NEW YORK, NY (PRWEB) DECEMBER 04, 2019
This season might be the first that many will try and navigate on the fastest growing diet trend in the country...Keto. This low-carb, high-fat diet regimen has proven highly effective for rapid weight loss...but during the last few months of the year, diets can be challenging to stick to – especially when they involve meal prep or hectic holiday schedules.
A video accompanying this announcement is available at: https://youtu.be/5AInfPoc2W8
Amanda Cuomo, SlimFast Keto Brand Ambassador and Chelsea Cohen, SlimFast Recipe Developer, partnered with Your Update TV and D S Simon Media on a nationwide media tour to discuss their holiday survival guide to keeping a healthy diet no matter what holiday hurdles are thrown your way.
SlimFast Keto provides Keto dieters everything they need to make Keto easy and accessible during the holidays, both at home and on-the-go. With convenient products and a clinically proven plan, SlimFast Keto is Keto made easy. SlimFast Keto products are indulgent and delicious and will leave you feeling satisfied. Featuring flavors like Fudge Brownie Batter and Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup. As part of the SlimFast Keto Plan, enjoy favorite holiday foods with some simple ingredient swaps to make them low-carb and Keto-compliant.
About YourUpdateTV: 
YourUpdateTV is a social media video portal for organizations to share their content, produced by award-winning video communications firm, D S Simon Media (http://www.dssimon.com). It includes separate channels for Health and Wellness, Lifestyle, Media and Entertainment, Money and Finance, Social Responsibility, Sports and Technology



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An industry leader in fire and life safety systems has reached a new milestone.

FORT WORTH, TEXAS (PRWEB) DECEMBER 04, 2019
According to statistics by the Small Business Administration, more than 70 percent of all small businesses fail before their 10th year in business, but thanks to hard work and commitment to providing customers excellent customer service, Crisp-LaDew Fire & Life Safety Systems is celebrating its 86th year in business.
"We're very excited to celebrate 86 years of serving our customers," said Cullen Crisp, owner and spokesperson for Crisp-LaDew Fire & Life Safety Systems. "We consider it an honor to be in the position we're in, and we look forward to what's to come in the future."
The company's services include fire alarms, fire sprinkler systems, fire suppression systems, Crisp LaDew fire extinguishers-portable, back flow prevention, life safety security, and more.
Crisp-LaDew Fire & Life Safety Systems, according to Crisp, is the leader in the design, fabrication, and installation of fire sprinkler and suppression systems for commercial and industrial buildings. Crisp-LaDew also offers inspection, testing, and maintenance for all types of fire sprinklers and suppression systems.
When it comes to fire alarms, Crisp stressed that its solutions are tried and true for quality and reliability.
"We have ramped up our wireless fire alarm technology, plus we are full service for all fire alarm needs; monitoring, inspecting, testing and maintenance and new systems design and installation," Crisp said, before adding, "Crisp-LaDew, your fire protection company, is also your one-stop shop for CCTV video surveillance, access control and EXIT/emergency lighting solutions. Providing new systems design and installation, system upgrades and service, repair and maintenance on all manufacturer's systems."
For more information, please visit crispladewfire.com/crisp-ladew-company-profile/products-services/.
About Crisp-LaDew Fire & Life Safety Systems
We are known as one of the best in the business of fire system installation serving Dallas/Ft Worth, Stephenville, Weatherford, and Mineral Wells areas.
Contact Details:
Cullen Crisp
5201 Saunders Road 
Fort Worth, TX 76119
United States
Phones:
(817) 572-3663 (Fort Worth) 
(214) 349-1927 (Dallas) 
(817) 572-3931 (Granbury)
Source: Crisp-Ladew Fire Protection Company




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Taiwan cycling videos to promote travel on two wheels are submitted by the Taiwan Tourism Bureau Los Angeles Office to the Magellan Awards - the most prestigious competition among the U.S. Travel Industry and won the Eco-Friendly "Green" Destination Silver Magellan Award.

(PRWEB) DECEMBER 04, 2019
Taiwan is Honored with the Eco-Friendly 
"Green" Destination Silver Magellan Awards in the U.S.
Taiwan Tourism Bureau is devoted to promoting "Green Travel". A series of Taiwan cycling videos to promote travel on two wheels are submitted by the Taiwan Tourism Bureau Los Angeles Office to the Magellan Awards - the most prestigious competition among the U.S. Travel Industry. The exciting news arrived on the 11th that Taiwan has won the Eco-Friendly "Green" Destination Silver Magellan Award.
Director Yung-Hui Chou of the Tourism Bureau shared that the Bureau support the global sustainable tourism initiative; upholding the Tourism 2020: A Sustainable Tourism Development Strategy, Green Tourism is being promoted with immense effort. Pragmatic plans are implemented that showcase to the world of Taiwan's passion and love for planet earth. Furthermore, the bureau is set to promote "Taiwan Cycling Tourism" in 2021 and the goal is to cultivate an impactful global green tourism trend.
With the rapid growth of the U.S. self-guided travelers to Taiwan, Director Brad Shih from the Tourism Bureau of Los Angeles office said, "Travelers can utilize the economical and convenient You Bike and City Bike in cosmopolitan areas. These bikes can be rented and returned easily with Easy card or iPASS. There is also the Taiwan Cycling Route No.1 at approximately 900km long. It is one of the most desired Taiwan cycling experiences and routes for the U.S. cycling enthusiasts. Cyclists can also indulge in local and authentic cuisines along their journeys making Taiwan the most exciting green destination to visit."
The Taiwan cycling festival will continue to take place during this Fall season. Events like the Sun Moon Lake Come! Bikeday will launch on November 3rd; cyclists will get to enjoy one of the 10 most beautiful cycling routes in the world for a 30km ride while immersing in the scenic lake and mountain views. For more fun information about Taiwan travel, please visit http://www.taiwan.net.tw
*Travel Weekly is the most influential publication and website in the U.S. travel industry; the Magellan Awards is designed to celebrate outstanding representatives in the field. The Awards cover categories including hotel and resorts, travel destinations, cruises, online travel services, airlines, airports and travel agencies, etc. 
**2019 Magellan Awards Winners: https://www.travelweeklyawards.com/winners/
***Taiwan Tourism Cycling video series links as follow for media coverage and promotion use: 
30-second version: https://youtu.be/Ou2O-oIOFG0 
1-minute version (that was entered in the competition): https://youtu.be/pvtEJu-N6ZI 
3-minute version: https://youtu.be/uOZtU2L1yOU




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Lone Oak Ranch provides ideal recreational, land investment opportunity for Dallas-Fort Worth execs, as being offered by United Real Estate Group.

FARMERSVILLE, TEXAS (PRWEB) DECEMBER 04, 2019
Less than one hour from Dallas and just 30 minutes off Highway 75, lies an expansive private ranch retreat that sits on 115 pristine acres. It includes a fishing lake and pasture land – for starters – along with a gated main house, guest house and pool area that are the definition of luxury. The Lone Oak Ranch has become available for the first time in years and is being offered in a sealed bid auction with all offers due by December 17. The property is offered by United Country | Bobo Realty and Land Company and United Strategic Client Services (SCS) – both part of United Real Estate Group (UREG).
UREG is an international real estate company with a 90-year track record and over $100 billion in properties sold. SCS is comprised of a team of subject matter experts, brokers and auctioneers with extensive experience in a range of unique properties and businesses around the world. They leverage their international network of 7,000 local brokers, agents and auctioneers to offer local expertise and assistance to execute sales.
Lone Oak Ranch in Farmersville, Collin County is ideal for the executive wanting to escape the city and retreat to a country oasis. - Located close to the Dallas-Fort Worth area, if you're in search of hunting, fishing, cattle and horse ranching, and simple relaxation, this is the ideal place for you. The site's broad appeal is likely to attract a diverse group of bidders from outside the region as well as those who see the potential to raise a family or retire there.
"Lone Oak is one of those special properties that come along every now and then that is the perfect mix of creature comforts and outdoor adventure. I think you would be hard-pressed to find any fault with it. The owners kept it in flawless condition and the natural landscape is priceless," said Ben Jackson, sales associate with United Country | Bobo Realty and Land Company.
The property includes: 

5,880 sq. ft executive home on 115 acres

3 BR/4.5 BA

Great room with vaulted ceilings and massive stone fireplace

Wine cellar

Exercise room

Formal dining room and breakfast bar

3-car garage

Walk-in shower/steam room in master suite

Swimming pool with water feature and cabana

2,800 sq ft guest house with 2 units

1st unit: 2 BR/2 full BA

2nd unit: 2 BR/1 full BA

Shared great room and private kitchen

Property manager's quarters

Indoor lighted riding arena with 9-stall horse barn

5-acre fishing lake with fishing pier

Improved pasture land

Perimeter pipe fencing and additional cross fencing creating multiple paddocks

Year-round access to recreational hunting land

1000 acres of adjacent hunting property is available for lease.

A 10 percent buyer's premium is added to the high bid price. The buyer's broker commission is capped at two percent. All bids are due December 17, 2019 with a $20,000 bid deposit. Ten percent of earnest money deposit is due upon accepted offer. To submit a sealed bid or for more information about Lone Oak Ranch, go to BuyLoneOakRanch.com or call 800-485-8214.

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5,880± sq ft executive home on 115± acres in Farmersville, Texas

"Lone Oak is one of those special properties that come along every now and then that is the perfect mix of creature comforts and outdoor adventure," said Ben Jackson, sales associate with United Country | Bobo Realty and Land Company.




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Holiday shopping for a food lover can be fairly easy. To spark creativity and inspiration for year-round deliciousness, Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association (HPBA) suggests giving the gift of grilling this season. HPBA shares its 2019 holiday gift recommendations for all types of grillers.

ARLINGTON, VA. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 04, 2019
Holiday shopping for a food lover can be fairly easy, considering the options. But, to spark creativity and inspiration for year-round deliciousness, Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association (HPBA) suggests instead giving the gift of grilling this season.
"Instead of a cheese log, think smoker box. Rather than a fruit basket, consider a grilling basket," said Emily McGee, Senior Director of HPBA. "Whether it's for a friend or loved one who is new to grilling, or for the pit master in your life, a backyard barbecue-related gift will always bring a smile, and maybe even an invite to their next cook-out."
HPBA shared its 2019 holiday gift recommendations for all types of grillers:
For First Time Grillers 
If a gift giver wants to go big for a loved one (or family member) just getting started in their grilling game, the ideal type of grill depends on the gift getter's personality and lifestyle. 

Gas grills are a versatile choice that are great for cooking dinner, hosting cookouts and experimenting with new recipes.

Charcoal grills require a bit more time and attention to achieve the right temperature but add a unique flavor and provide an intimate grilling experience.

Electric grills are ideal for apartment or condo dwellers because they produce constant heat without an open flame and require no charcoal or propane.

Portable grills make excellent gifts for tailgaters, campers and explorers who enjoy grilling on the go.

Smokers are great for those who enjoy exploring new flavors and taking time to perfect their cuisine.

For Classic Grillers 
For gift recipients who already have a grill, HPBA suggest these gifts to expand their repertoire with new tools and gadgets. 

Skillets and griddles open endless opportunities to grill desserts, breakfast dishes and more.

Grilling baskets make it easy to grill kebabs, fish, vegetables and side dishes.

A meat tenderizer helps achieve the perfect texture.

A poultry roaster makes it easy to cook a whole chicken in the most optimal, upright position.

Smoker boxes make it possible for gas grill owners to achieve a smoky flavor.

Various smoker chips allow them to experiment with different flavors.

For Pit Masters 
If the gift recipient has already mastered the basics and are ready for the big leagues, HPBA suggests fueling their creativity with these next-level accessories.

Outdoor pizza oven or grill kit to open the world of flame-cooked pizza.

Bluetooth clip-on grill light that will increase their visibility in the dark while jamming out to their favorite tunes.

High-quality knife set so they can slice and present their dishes with precision.

Grilling wok to help them explore and perfect world flavors.

Motorized rotisserie kit to help them reach a new level of slow-roasted perfection.

About the Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association (HPBA) 
The Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association (HPBA), based in Arlington, Va., is the North American industry association for manufacturers, retailers, distributors, representatives, service firms and allied associates for all types of barbecue, patio and hearth appliances, fuels and accessories. The association provides professional member services and industry support in education, statistics, government relations, marketing, advertising and consumer education.



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The fastest growing, independent real estate brokerage in Monmouth County, NJ also launches its robust agent support program, The Gallery SCORE Platform.

SPRING LAKE, N.J. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 04, 2019
The Gallery Residential Brokerage announces the opening of its newest location with its new Spring Lake, New Jersey office. The expanded footprint is coupled with a formal announcement of The Gallery SCORE Platform, its premiere agent support program.
"Our focus is and remains, on building the success of our agents in order to better serve our communities. The continued growth of The Gallery, now into Spring Lake, is validation that our model is exceeding market expectations." Says John Meechan, co-founder and broker of record.
"Unlike corporate models, we don't seek to make our agents profit centers. We focus on hiring full-time, professional agents who view real estate as their career, and not the typical weekend warrior agent. In fact, we named our brokerage The Gallery to focus on the quality of our agents," continues Meechan. "We are thrilled to bring the drive and experience of Gallery agents to service Spring Lake and local communities."
Adds Jeffrey Kniffin, co-founder, "We have been coaching and supporting agents even before the first Gallery office was open. Our training and onboarding systems are designed specifically to personally empower our agents. They aren't franchise cookie cutter programs. The Gallery SCORE Platform - Support, Coaching, Opportunities, Resources, and Education - simplifies agent access to our proprietary business-building tools and helps our agents bring even more expertise to their clients.
"I can't think of any local brokerage office that offers its professional agents as much custom, hands-on support as The Gallery provides," continues Kniffin. "While we are known for our agent-centric commission structure, our ultimate objective is to help agents build their personal real estate businesses and The SCORE Platform helps achieve that goal."
The Gallery Residential Brokerage is owned by John Meechan and Jeffrey Kniffin. Meechan and Kniffin have nearly 30 years of combined real estate experience and opened The Gallery in January 2017, first with an office in the Manasquan/Wall area, followed by locations in Asbury Park and Red Bank. The Spring Lake office will open January 1, 2020 at 309 Morris Avenue.



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Florida newcomer continues to increase presence, insurance offerings in the state.

ST. PETERSBURG, FLA. AND CHICAGO (PRWEB) DECEMBER 04, 2019
Kin Insurance, the insurance technology company reinventing home insurance for catastrophe-prone areas with easy, affordable coverage and world-class customer service, announced it now offers two new discounts for Florida homeowners.
The Responsible Repair Discount, an industry first, offers an 18 percent discount on the water peril premium for an average discount of five percent off the total premium and is made possible by the passage of Insurance Assignment Agreements (SB 122, HB 7065). The e-Policy Discount provides another $10 premium discount. Both discounts will be live for all policies with an effective date of December 2, 2019 or later.
"While other carriers may increase their rates, we're lowering ours. With this legislation, we can now offer a discount to our Florida-based customers who do not assign their benefits to third parties, and we'll continue to look for ways to better serve and simplify the home insurance process for Florida homeowners," said Sean Harper, CEO and co-founder of Kin.
The bill, which was passed by the Florida Legislature and signed into law by Governor Ron DeSantis, makes the Responsible Repair Discount possible. The bill pertains to an assignments of benefits (AOB) agreement, which is an agreement that, once signed, transfers the insurance claims rights or benefits of a consumer's insurance policy to a third party. It gives the third party authority to file a claim, make repair decisions and collect insurance payments without the consumer's involvement.
According to the Insurance Information Institute, abuse of AOB has fueled a crisis in Florida as the state has seen a 70 percent increase in AOB-related lawsuits from 2013-2018. AOB abuse has also cost Floridians billions in premiums to address unnecessary or overly expensive repairs as well as legal fees.
"Kin remains committed to serving the state of Florida, which is already a complex insurance market facing natural disasters, and consumer feedback indicates a very strong desire for the Responsible Repair Discount. We believe the majority of our Florida-based customers don't want to assign their rights to a third party and instead, would prefer a discount for agreeing not to," said Angel Conlin, Kin's St. Petersburg-based chief legal officer.
These policy discounts follow the announcement of Kin's mobile home insurance offering in Florida and the launch of Kin's Florida home insurance carrier, the Kin Interinsurance Network. Kin has offices in Chicago and St. Petersburg. Both offices are currently hiring new and experienced engineers, developers, customer service as well as insurance representatives, including agents and underwriters to serve policyholders in and beyond Florida.
About Kin 
Kin Insurance is an insurtech startup and licensed insurance carrier that is fixing home insurance through intuitive tech, affordable pricing, and world-class customer service. By leveraging thousands of publicly available data points, Kin can recommend the appropriate coverage at affordable prices for homeowners. Launched by seasoned financial tech entrepreneurs Sean Harper, Lucas Ward, and Stephen Wooten in 2016, Kin is the first insurtech company to serve catastrophe-prone regions and is committed to helping coastal homeowners most impacted by climate change. The company is headquartered in Chicago with an office in Tampa Bay and currently serves Florida, Texas, Georgia, and Alabama, with plans to expand across the US. Kin is currently hiring in its Chicago and Tampa Bay offices. For more information, visit https://www.kin.com or https://www.kin.com/home-insurance/mobile-home-insurance.

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SACRAMENTO, CALIF. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 04, 2019
No need to spend hours in the kitchen prepping for the holidays this year—Nugget Markets' complete holiday meals can be ordered online in just a matter of minutes. New this year, guests can order and pay online before picking up their chef-prepared feast at their local Nugget Markets. All that's left is to heat, eat and enjoy.
Coupling carry-out convenience with fine dining quality, Nugget Markets' holiday meals are made to order by talented chefs with fresh, high-quality ingredients. From fully cooked entrées to sides made from scratch, these gourmet meals offer dinner by design without the mess or the stress.
"Every year, we have more and more people taking advantage of our chef-prepared holiday meal options," said Stazi Dulman, executive chef at Nugget Markets. "Quality is something you can hang your hat on here, and our guests know that. It's like having your own personal chef!"
Family-owned and operated locally, Nugget Markets has been offering chef-prepared holiday meals since 2004 with new additions each year. This year, guests can choose from Contemporary, Traditional, Hanukkah and Vegan meals with customizable sizes, sides and a variety of à la carte options.
Nugget Markets has begun accepting holiday meal orders for Christmas and Hanukkah on December 2, 2019. The last day to order is December 19, 2019.
Learn more and place your order at nuggetmarket.com/holiday.
Family owned and operated since 1926, Nugget Markets is a family of full-line grocery stores dedicated to creating an extraordinary grocery experience. Their stores provide high-quality organic, local, specialty and conventional goods, along with premium, chef-prepared foods and Gourmet to Go catering platters. The Nugget Market, Inc. family of stores includes 12 Nugget Markets in Northern California, Fork Lift by Nugget Markets in Cameron Park, Food 4 Less Woodland and Sonoma Market in Sonoma Valley.​ 

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While the holidays are a time for joy and sharing, they can also be a time of physical and mental stress, said Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service specialists.

COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS (PRWEB) DECEMBER 04, 2019
While the holidays are a time for joy and sharing, they can also be a time of physical and mental stress, said Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service specialists.
"There are many behavioral and logistical changes you can make during the holidays to lower stress and benefit your overall wellness," said Joyce Cavanagh, AgriLife Extension specialist in family economics, College Station.
Prioritize and plan to help reduce stress
Managing holiday stress requires setting priorities as well as avoiding or reducing as many stressors as possible, Cavanagh said.
"Holiday stress can come about from interpersonal relationships, financial pressures, time management issues, lack of sleep and a variety of other stressors," she said. "Financial pressure and time restrictions are often the top stressors during the holidays, so be sure to adequately plan your holiday shopping and family time."
Cavanagh said be sure to budget for gifts to be purchased during holiday shopping pay using cash or a debit card whenever possible. Be realistic when creating a budget by using real prices, not ballpark figures. And don't forget to include extra travel, food and entertaining costs into your holiday budget.
"If you must buy with credit, act as if you have far less than your actual credit limit," she said. "And remember your credit card interest rate to remind you to be more frugal about using credit."
Cavanagh said stress also occurs as a result of not adequately keeping track of purchases.
"Make note of what you've bought, how much you've spent and who you've bought for," she said. "Jot down items and prices on a note pad or electronic device."
Count your calories — and blessings
Cavanagh said holiday stress can lead to overeating, which is one of the biggest challenges to individual wellness during this time of year.
"Try not to eat during periods of high stress," she said. "Be aware of what and when you eat, but don't think you have to starve yourself to make room for holiday meals."
Remember to focus on your blessings instead of trying to keep up with the Smiths or Joneses, said Angela McCorkle, AgriLife Extension program specialist.
"Basing expectations or experiences on what we see on social media or in the lives of others can cause stress," McCorkle said. "We can cause ourselves undue pressure to create share-worthy memories rather than enjoying the time with loved ones. Don't worry about what others are doing and just focus on the positive things you have instead of concerning yourself with what others have or what you might be missing."
Consider thrifty gifting
McCorkle added there are ways to honor special holidays that cut stress and need little or no spending.
"If gifts are part of the holiday celebration, don't let the pressure of giving gifts surpass your ability to pay for them," she said, "Consider exchanging hand-made gifts such as soaps, baked goods or framed family photos."
Make time for rest, exercise and recreation
Cavanagh said a lot of time-management-related stress can be alleviated by allowing additional time when scheduling visits or entertaining others, and by asking for help with holiday activities.
"Try to avoid multiple visits and pad your time to provide flexibility and accommodate any unforeseen circumstances," she said. "Prioritize what's really important to you and your family, then plan your holiday activities accordingly."
McCorkle stressed the importance of getting adequate sleep and finding a way to incorporate some sort of physical activity into your holiday schedule.
She also noted while some people draw energy from being around people, others may find it stressful or draining.
"Whether you draw or discharge energy from being around others, it's always wise to schedule in some relaxation time," she said. "Take a short nap or a walk or do some reading – whatever you'd normally do to get some private time to recharge your mind and body."
Contact: Joyce Cavanagh, 979-845-3859, jacavanagh@ag.tamu.edu

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The Modular Home Builders Association (MHBA) chooses the Casita from Manorwood Homes as December's Home of the Month.

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 04, 2019
The Casita is a uniquely designed 1,070 square foot 2-Story home that features a spacious open first floor layout with living room, kitchen, nook and powder room. On the second floor there can be 1 to 2 bedrooms with a full bathroom and a laundry area.
To complement the exceptional design of The Casita, the home features airy 9' first floor ceilings with large casement windows and transom windows above for lots of natural light. The energy efficient tankless gas water heater doesn't eat of valuable space, and along with the recessed LED lights, helps reduce monthly utility bills. The recessed front entry and 14/12 gable peak adds dimension and curb appeal to the exterior of the home that would fit into any community or neighborhood. The kitchen is modern and well-appointed with a center island, tall pantry cabinet, 42" wall cabinets and modern stainless-steel appliances.
The second-floor master bedroom is spacious and perfectly sized with a large closet, as well as private entry to the bathroom. The bathroom features a full tub/shower combo with a large double bowl bath vanity and separate door to the hallway. The homebuyer has the choice of doing one or two bedrooms on the second floor and both options provide space for a second-floor laundry area.
For more information The Casita from Manorwood Homes, visit: https://www.manorwoodhomes.com/casita.
About the Modular Home Builders Association: 
The MHBA is the only national non-profit trade association exclusively serving the modular home industry. Each month the association selects a home from its members to highlight the advantages of modular construction. For more information on MHBA, modular homes, and the monthly contest, please visit http://www.modularhome.org. 

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FlySense 2.75 offers more powerful vape detection sensors, enhanced vape alerts protocols, built-in security, device placement assistance and vape health threat awareness tools as part of new system for schools and commercial use.

RONKONKOMA, N.Y. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 04, 2019
With millions of high school and middle school students vaping, this epidemic in the United States has become a top concern for parents, teachers, school administrators and government leaders in recent months. Hundreds of people have been hospitalized and there have been a number of deaths associated with vaping. Laws to ban vaping and flavored vape products are being adopted across the nation. At the same time, school administrators must address cyber security threats that come from having wireless and other devices connected to school security systems and computer networks.
To address these concerns, Soter Technologies, the company that created the first widely adopted vape and bullying detection and alert system in the world for schools, has announced the launch of its FlySense 2.75 device and system. This new, more powerful device includes a suite of technology and #NoVaping educational materials and tools for schools. The device's anti-bullying features, which detect sound anomalies, have been made more powerful as part of the updated design.
In response to customer requests, FlySense 2.75 supports 5 GHz Wi-Fi and includes an advanced algorithm to identify and detect the dangerous Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) that are present when vape devices are used. These advanced algorithms can detect flavored vape, THC Vape and Nicotine Vape. The device also includes Dynamic Vaping Signature (DVS) technology, a new third-party application interface, Firmware Over The Air (FOTA) remote updates, an external camera relay port and a redesigned mobile application. This technology allows schools to connect sensors directly into video management systems (VMS). When vaping, fighting or bullying is detected, cameras located near bathrooms can be turn on, aiding in the identification of students involved.
Proper placement of vape and sound sensors is critical for detection success and deterrence. All clients now receive Soter's VDL – Vape Detector Locator – a design tool which recommends the optimal placement of devices.
"We have witnessed schools, hospitals and businesses fall prey to hackers, cyber criminals and ransomware. At Soter Technologies we are committed to ensuring that our technology never creates a vulnerable access point to critical information and data. Our new FlySense 2.75 device has these protections built in," said Derek Peterson, CEO of Soter Technologies.
Soter Technologies has included with the release of FlySense 2.75 and the software that powers it, encrypted blockchain security technology. This was implemented to give school administrators peace of mind knowing that Soter's IoT (Internet of Things) environmental sensors are safe and secure from hackers who seek to access school districts or other computer systems and data.    
"We know that detecting and deterring vaping is only part of what is needed to address this national youth health threat. We have developed our #NoVaping educational campaign and tools that assist schools to educate students, parents and communities about the dangers of vaping. When this is combined with our vape detection technology, incidents of student vaping have been reduced in many high school and middle school buildings," added Peterson.
Soter Technologies offers a mobile application and system to allow students to report vaping and bullying anonymously. This application also includes an Administrator Resolution Portal to provide a system for of tracking and resolving issues.
"America's youth learns best in a healthy, safe environment," added Peterson. "We are continuously working to create products and services that reduce the chances of a teenager coming in contact with students vaping or clouds of unhealthy vape."
Peterson went on to say that his company's success "stems from more than offering the most advanced vaping detection sensor and notification system available on the market today. We started #NoVaping campaigns to inspire a healthier culture in the schools. To complement the #NoVaping campaign tools, we have also released our S.A.V.E. – Schools Against Vaping Epidemic – Forums. This is a specifically created forum to allow administrators to talk to other administrators from across the country and around the world.
Peterson also sees expansion of the company and its FlySense product into many new markets where air quality and health are of concern. The company will be expanding into the hospitality, retail and home product market in the months to come.
"Soter products provide efficient, cost-effective solutions anywhere there is a concern about young people, employees and hotel guest health and safety. We need to create safe, vape-free areas that prevent individuals from harming themselves or others," Peterson emphasized.
To see a video with the new features of FlySense 2.75 visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T2vxNum-qlA. For more information about Soter Technologies and FlySense visit http://www.sotertechnologies.com
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About Soter Technologies 
Ronkonkoma, New York-based Soter Technologies is committed to protecting the health and wellbeing of students and the public with advanced technology and creative solutions. Using advanced sensor and software technology, Soter Technologies develops and delivers innovative solutions for environmental intelligence – to make the world a safer place, from schools to enterprises to public spaces. Taking a holistic approach to safety and security, Soter provides technology tools to detect and deter without invading privacy. The company was founded as Digital Fly in 2015 – focused on social media awareness. The company is the first in the world to introduce a vape and bullying detection and alert system for schools - FlySense Vaping & Elevated Sound Detector. The company's technology has been embraced by schools across the united states and around the world. The Soter name is inspired by Greek mythology wherein Soter is the personification of safety, deliverance, and preservation from harm. For more information about the company, its services and products visit: http://www.sotertechnologies.com




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Art Force announces the launch of Dollar Fine Art, offering fine art for $1 per day. With Dollar Fine Art, clients pay a monthly subscription fee of under $1 per day and own their art within 12 months. Dollar Fine Art's goal is to make purchasing artwork simple, easy, and affordable for organizations nationwide.

MINNEAPOLIS (PRWEB) DECEMBER 05, 2019
Art Force announces the launch of Dollar Fine Art, offering fine art for $1 per day.
Dollar Fine Art's goal is to make purchasing artwork simple, easy, and affordable for organizations nationwide. Over the last decade, Minneapolis based art consulting company, Art Force, has placed over 36,000 art pieces for corporations and healthcare organizations nationwide.
Their experience has shown that while artwork provides real benefits for employee productivity, creativity, and retention, many organizations are not able to fit fine art into their capital budgets.
"Companies understand the importance of utilizing their wall space to communicate their brand, but many of them don't believe they can afford art to do so." - Leslie Palmer Ross, Director of Art Services - Art Force
With Dollar Fine Art, clients pay a monthly subscription fee of under $1 per day per piece and own their art within 12 months. The payments are made monthly to provide the flexibility necessary for companies to budget for their artwork.
"By allowing organizations to make affordable payments from their operating budget, we can make purchasing high quality artwork more affordable and accessible to a wider range of clients." - William Kieger, President - Art Force
So, how can organizations use Dollar Fine Art to purchase the best artwork for their space? Art Force designed their new program to make the selection process as simple as possible for their clients. After using Dollar Fine Art's selection tool, clients are provided a free consultation where one of Art Force's experts help them select images from Dollar Fine Art's vast database of available artwork prints.
Dollar Fine Art will continually grow their database with images as they partner with artists and organizations nationwide. Artists are able to submit their work at the website and receive payments when their images are utilized.
"We're building a platform where artists can have an outlet to promote their work to a wide audience of potential clients. Dollar Fine Art can be a continual source of revenue for these artists based on the sale of their prints." - Gabe Vespasiano, Marketing Manager - Art Force
The team at Art Force looks to reach a wider audience of clients with Dollar Fine Art in hopes of bringing the benefits of office artwork to organizations nationwide.

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C2 Education (C2), the nation's premier network of K-12 tutoring, test prep, and college admissions counseling centers held Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies in November to help usher in C2's newest locations in Mount Laurel and Montvale, New Jersey, the 24th and 25th C2 locations in the state.

JOHNS CREEK, GA. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 05, 2019
C2 Education of Montvale is located at 36 Farm View in the Wegmans Shopping Plaza. On Thursday, November 14th Montvale Mayor Mike Ghassali, Freeholder Tom Sullivan, and the Montvale Chamber of Commerce welcomed the new C2 Education with an official ribbon cutting ceremony. "We're thrilled to bring C2's services to Northern Bergen County and to help area students realize their full academic potential," said Center Director Tina Mulligan.
C2 Education of Mount Laurel is located at 32 Centerton Road in Mount Laurel Township east of Philadelphia. The center held its official ribbon cutting ceremony, which was hosted by Mayor Kurt Folcher and the Burlington County Regional Chamber of Commerce, on Tuesday, November 19th. Center Director Sarah Andrew noted, "We're excited to provide to Southern Jersey and Philadelphia area families an individualized yet holistic approach to education that delivers results."
For more information about these new locations, visit the C2 Education location finder at c2education.com/locations.
Nationally, C2 has a proven track record of helping students gain acceptance to the country's top colleges. C2's class of 2019 received over 3,200 top 100 college acceptances and $45 million in scholarship offers. The top 100 colleges & universities are according to U.S. News & World Report's Best College Rankings.
About C2 Education 
C2 Education (http://www.c2education.com) was founded in 1997 by David Kim and Jim Narangajavana, two Harvard students offering private tutoring programs from their dorm room, and has grown to over 190 centers nationwide serving over 15,000 students and their families. C2 is the only service that combines in-person test prep, tutoring, and college admissions counseling into a comprehensive, personalized program that supports students on the journey to their dream college. C2 Education is headquartered in Johns Creek, Georgia. Follow the company on Facebook at facebook.com/c2education. 

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The new WRJ Design book "Natural Elegance: Luxurious Mountain Living" by the Jackson Hole interior design firm's Rush Jenkins and Klaus Baer is earning rave reviews, with recognition from a variety of media including Forbes and 1stdibs Introspective magazine. The perfect holiday gift for design lovers, the new book features 12 luxurious homes from the Rockies to the Pacific, sharing design secrets from the WRJ team and 250 stunning photos by William Abranowicz.

JACKSON HOLE, WYO. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 06, 2019
Shopping for the design lover is easy this holiday season with the new coffee table book "Natural Elegance: Luxurious Mountain Living" by WRJ Design, showcasing the award-winning Jackson Hole firm's signature sophisticated alpine style. Featuring 250 images by famed photographer William Abranowicz, the new book shares a dozen WRJ Design homes, including meaningful moments during the design process, as well as points of inspiration found in the homes' natural surroundings and during the design team's international travels. The stories behind the designs are beautifully told, highlighting interesting collaborations with architects and homeowners and those unexpected moments that best reflect the journey of making each house a home.
Published by Vendome in September, WRJ Design's "Natural Elegance" has received attention and delighted reviews from a variety of media since its release. Forbes recently included the coffee table tome among a select handful of new design books "rich in lust-worthy interiors" that "Will Take You on an Armchair Adventure." Big Sky Journal called the book "a must for those inspired by the luxury that can be infused into mountain living," and Mountain Livingdubbed the book "gorgeous" in an interview with WRJ Design. 1stdibs Introspective magazine credited WRJ's Rush Jenkins and Klaus Baer as the "designing couple that defines modern mountain style in Jackson Hole." Projects from the new book have also earned features in House Beautiful, Luxe Interiors + Design and Traditional Home magazine's current holiday issue.
The 12 homes featured in "Natural Elegance" are set against breathtaking Western landscapes from the Rockies to the Pacific. Readers can immerse themselves in the settings through remarkable photography of the exteriors and surrounding landscape of the region, be it Jackson Hole, Wyoming; Big Sky, Montana; or Atherton, California.
Likewise, they can explore in exquisite detail the thoughtfully crafted interiors that reveal a range of sleek European contemporary, mountain modern, rustic and one-of-a-kind antique elements that make up WRJ's comfortably elegant aesthetic. Whether it's a sprawling five-bedroom mountaintop homestead with floor-to-ceiling windows or a diminutive guest cottage with a big personality, each WRJ-designed home in "Natural Elegance" presents a special story that design lovers and beyond can appreciate.
The 256-page "Natural Elegance" (Vendome, $60) is filled with atmospheric images from photographer Abranowicz, whose work appears in collections throughout the world including the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Smithsonian. Flipping through the pages, readers from any part of the world can explore the spectacular Mountain West homes in the book and find their own interior inspiration from the many thoughtful, harmonious spaces created by WRJ Design.
About WRJ Design: 
Headquartered in Jackson, Wyoming, WRJ Design imparts the special serenity of its local Teton landscape to interior designs in Jackson Hole and across the country. Begun out of a passion for great design by Rush Jenkins and Klaus Baer, WRJ creates experiences and environments through its designs that provide timeless reflections of homeowners and their collections, combining the work of regional artisans with finely crafted European furnishings and accessories, and historically rich one-of-a-kind pieces curated from around the world. WRJ Design has been awarded the Home of the Year by Mountain Living in both 2016 and 2018. Published by Vendome, the recently released "Natural Elegance: Luxurious Mountain Living" has sparked a book tour for Jenkins and Baer, and featured homes from the new book are appearing in Luxe, Traditional Home, House Beautiful and other national publications. For more information visit wrjdesign.com and follow WRJ Design on Instagram.

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TruBlue is a full-service company that provides professional handyman, maid, lawn and seasonal services.

GREER, S.C. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 05, 2019
Architect and entrepreneur Todd Reichard is pleased to announce the launch of his new house care company – TruBlue of Greer.
TruBlue is a full-service company that provides professional handyman, maid, lawn and seasonal services that are perfect for busy families, seniors and anyone who wants the comforts of their own home without worrying about critical property maintenance. TruBlue of Greer serves Greer, Greenville, Taylors, Wade Hampton and the surrounding areas.
Reichard, who lives in Greer is launching the business with the support of his wife, Pam, and their four adult children. Prior to launching TruBlue, Reichard worked as an architect for 33 years, mostly in the healthcare field.
"Working to design facilities for people who need assistance or care has given me a unique perspective, especially when it comes to the senior market. Although I'll be happy to work with anyone who needs TruBlue's services, I'm looking forward to working with seniors and helping them have a safe, comfortable place to live," Reichard said. "Bringing workers into your home is always stressful and I'm looking forward to developing a trusting relationship with my clients and being the only call you have to make for anything to do with your home."
To assist those with ongoing home care needs or who want to take property management off their plates entirely, TruBlue has a monthly House Care Plus program, which enables clients to hire TruBlue to provide regular, monthly maintenance. TruBlue also works with homeowners, realtors and rental property owners who need to quickly get homes move-in ready and keep them maintained, and has commercial services for business clients.
In addition to his experience professionally, Reichard understands the challenges of finding a great contractor and the concerns that poses for older adults.
"My parents live in a community that's mostly retired people and they have a hard time finding anyone to do the work they need done, which can be frustrating, and not everyone understands the needs of the aging population. At TruBlue we can do your regular maintenance, handyman and cleaning work, but we can also help with safety modifications, changing lightbulbs, lowering light switches, changing doorknobs and much more. And, if you need something done that my team can't do, we are building a network of trusted referral partners we can bring in to help," Reichard said.
All TruBlue employees are licensed, bonded and insured. To learn more about TruBlue of Greer call 864-513-1600, email TReichard@TruBlueHouseCare.com or visit http://www.trubluehousecare.com/Greer. 

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"Facing the Nightmare of Back Taxes? DMA Financial Management, NYC Tax Firm, Adds Tax Resolution Services" by Dmytro Arshynov, New York EA and CTRS, has been published by Yahoo! Finance on November 20, 2019.

NEW YORK (PRWEB) DECEMBER 05, 2019
"Facing the Nightmare of Back Taxes? DMA Financial Management, NYC Tax Firm, Adds Tax Resolution Services" by New York EA and CTRS Dmytro Arshynov has been published by Yahoo! Finance on November 20 , 2019.
In his article Dmytro Arshynov, EA, CTRS, principal and founder of DMA Financial Management, offers these three important tips for taxpayers dealing with tax debt:
1. Don't ignore collection notices from the IRS. The longer you wait, the worse the problem becomes because penalties and interest keep accruing daily.
2. Know all your options. In many cases, taxpayers can pay less than what is owed through the IRS's Offer in Compromise program, Partial Pay Installment Agreement or Penalty Abatement request.
3. Ask a Tax Resolution Specialist for help. An IRS problem solver can help you deal with and understand the complexities surrounding your tax problems and be able to prescribe a customized plan of action. The tax resolution specialist can determine your chances of success in an IRS tax relief program.
Dmytro points out that taking on the IRS alone can be risky and overwhelming. Even if you are tax savvy, you may still fall vulnerable to aggressive IRS actions, including bank account levy, asset seizure, wage garnishment and everything in between. If your taxes are a mess, your tax practitioner failed you, or you are currently under audit – DMA Financial Managementis here to help. We are authorized by the Department of the Treasury to represent you on all administrative levels of the IRS, from auditing to collection and appeals. We will represent you and communicate directly with the IRS or state tax agency on your behalf to obtain the most beneficial outcome for you or your business.
Read the other articles Arshynov has written or contributed for business and industry publications:
"How to Become a CAA" for National Association of Tax Professionals (NJ Chapter)
"Building the American Dream One Client at a Time" for National Association of Tax Professionals (NJ Chapter)
"25 Dying Professions You Should Avoid" for Work+Money
"Ask the Expert: Are We Witnessing the Death of Entrepreneurship in the United States?" for CountingWorks Blog
For a free tax analysis, call DMA Financial Management at 212-960-8829 or email taxhelp@dmafm.com.
DMA Financial Management LLC has been serving clients in New York for more than 9 years. It offers a 
wide variety of services that include tax preparation, IRS and state representation, tax planning and optimization, audit protection as well as full cycle of accounting and business management services.
More information about the firm, its partners and services is available at http://www.dmafm.com.
If you currently experiencing tax problems, under audit or receiving threatening notices, you can visit http://7secrets.dmafm.com/ to receive our whitepaper " 7 Secrets the IRS Doesn't Want You To Know" to learn how to solve your tax problems once and for all or call our 24hr recorded line at 844-808-7241.
To the Media: If you need background, commentary, trends or story ideas about tax issues or other accounting topics, please contact Dmytro Arshynov, EA, CTRS, CAA, managing member, at darshynov@dmafm.com or 646-766-9445. 

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With over 300 locations nationwide, Ship Smart helps clients with dependable and cost-effective small moving services, including artwork, household items, office furniture, and more.

PHOENIX (PRWEB) DECEMBER 05, 2019
Finding a trusted, cost-effective company to provide services for a small move can be a challenge. Many companies focus on large scale, cross-country moves, making finding the right company difficult. But one company that has been a national leader in the moving industry for 30 years, has been changing the face of the moving industry by providing dependable small move options for residents across the US. That company, Ship Smart, is now set to open a location in Phoenix to help make small moves a reality for area residents.
Ship Smart has over 30 years of experience in the moving industry and over 300 locations nationwide, with its newest location opening in Phoenix at 7301 N 16th St Ste 102. For over 20 of its past 30 years, the company has specialized in small moves between 150 to 2,000 pounds. The company's commitment to customer satisfaction and cost-effective moving solutions has earned Ship Smart a national reputation as a top-rated small moving company.
For those in the Phoenix area looking for worry-free assistance with moving, Ship Smart is a smart choice. The Ship Smart team is committed to providing cost-effective small moving services that give clients peace of mind for safely shipping their household contents. The team can assist with moves that include office furniture, artwork, antiques, electronics, and more. Unlike other moving companies, Ship Smart also offers a door-to-door furniture shipping service, so clients do not have the added hassle of dropping off or picking up their items at a warehouse.
In addition to safely moving and shipping clients' items, the Ship Smart team can also assist with securely packing items in clients' homes or offices. The company has an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau thanks to their customer-focused, affordable services.
"The Ship Smart team is thrilled to be opening our newest location in Phoenix to help area residents with all of their small move needs," noted John Kessler, CEO of Ship Smart. "We make sure our clients' items get to their destination on time and intact, helping to alleviate the stress and anxiety of moving items safely, so clients can focus on more important aspects of their move."
To learn more about all of Ship Smart's shipping and packing services for small household or office moves, or to learn more about their services offered in the Phoenix area, visit Small Movers In Phoenix.
About Ship Smart 
For over 30 years, Ship Smart has served the moving needs of clients across the country. For the past 20 years, the firm has specialized in small moves, providing quality services not found at larger moving companies including custom packing, crating services, and more. With over 300 locations across the country, Ship Smart is poised to meet the unique needs of families, individuals, and businesses seeking small move services, no matter where they are located.

The Ship Smart team is thrilled to be opening our newest location in Phoenix to help area residents with all of their small move needs...



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TOPS Software's strategic partnership with Condo Control Central opens the door for an expansion of its enterprise solution, TOPS [ONE].

CLEARWATER, FLA. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 05, 2019
TOPS Software, LLC, the leading provider of property management software for community associations, has announced its partnership with Condo Control Central, and with it, a combined software offering to be added to the existing TOPS [ONE] platform.
TOPS Software's President & CEO Mike Hardy said, "The partnership between TOPS Software and Condo Control Central will provide a new level of features and benefits that large community associations and luxury communities require."
An extension of the premier web-based application, TOPS [ONE], the as-yet-unnamed feature suite will increase capabilities for large communities with a high level of concierge services by providing customers with a hand-picked selection of Condo Control Central's most popular feature offerings.
Says Brian Bosscher, Condo Control Central's President & Founder, "We are very excited to announce our new partnership with TOPS. Partnering with one of the leading providers in accounting puts us in a position to provide a complete condo and HOA management solution."
Customers who use both solutions will be able to use a single sign-on to access features on both platforms.
ABOUT CONDO CONTROL CENTRAL 
Condo Control Central is a cloud-based property management software that's designed to streamline condo/HOA management, communication, and operations. Since 2008 Condo Control Central has increasingly been the go-to platform for property managers, board members, and security personnel. Condo Control Central has created an easy to use software that increases customer productivity and effectiveness. The product is built off customer feedback, and the company is continuously improving and expand the services offered. Learn more about Condo Control Central at https://www.condocontrolcentral.com.
ABOUT TOPS SOFTWARE 
Since 1985, TOPS Software has helped community associations and property management companies increase property values and maintain a sense of community through transparent accounting practices, modern technology, and award-winning customer service. TOPS applications are used by thousands of organizations to manage millions of homes across the United States. Learn more about TOPS at https://topssoft.com, or call us at (727) 261 - 2086.

The partnership between TOPS Software and Condo Control Central will provide a new level of features and benefits that large community associations and luxury communities require. - Mike Hardy, President and CEO



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Two-day workshop topics include understanding trauma, teaching self-regulation, creating behavior plans for challenging children and working with students with ASD

ORLANDO, FLA. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 05, 2019
Conscious Discipline, a leading social and emotional learning (SEL) provider that integrates trauma-informed care, discipline, self-regulation and school culture, today announced dates and locations for its 2020 SEL workshops.
Conscious Discipline's two-day workshops are facilitated in locations across the country by founder and SEL pioneer Dr. Becky Bailey and Master Instructors with extensive experience in teaching, training and successful SEL implementation. Workshops provide an in-depth focus on specific SEL-related topics and incorporate interactive lectures, discussion and practice of new skills and knowledge. Conscious Discipline has a proven track record of success spanning more than 20 years, with outcomes including a positive shift in school culture, reduced discipline referrals, improved academics and test scores, increased teaching time and low staff turnover.
"Conscious Discipline is life-changing. It is the best training I've attended in my 12 years of teaching," said educator Elizabeth Bracken. "I've been to a seven-day training and two workshops, and it never gets old. I always walk away feeling reinvigorated and ready to try something new and productive."
Registration for Conscious Discipline events now features both Individual and Team options. Team Registration, intended for groups of two or more, offers helpful tools for schools and districts bringing groups to events, including a more convenient checkout process and the ability to invite attendees and manage seats within the Team.
The 2020 workshop schedule consists of dynamic events on a wide range of topics:
Connecting with Hard to Reach Children 
February 7-8, 2020 
Tallahassee, Fla. 
Facilitator: Elizabeth Montero-Cefalo, Conscious Discipline Master Instructor
Introduction to Conscious Discipline 
February 18-19 
Denver, Colo. 
Facilitator: Karen Hickman, Conscious Discipline Master Instructor
Conscious Discipline for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) 
February 29-March 1 
Orlando, Fla. 
Facilitators: Dr. Becky Bailey, Conscious Discipline Founder and Chief Knowledge Officer; Kim Jackson, Conscious Discipline Master Instructor; Cheryl Cotter, Director of Programs, The Autism Project
Self-Regulation with the Feeling Buddies 
April 16-17 
St. Peters, Mo. 
Facilitator: Karen Hickman, Conscious Discipline Master Instructor
Elevate Social Emotional Learning Conference: Start Strong with Conscious Discipline the First Six Weeks 
July 29-31 
Orlando, Fla. 
Facilitators: Dr. Becky Bailey, Conscious Discipline Founder and Chief Knowledge Officer, with Conscious Discipline Master and Certified Instructors
Building Success Plans for Children with Challenging Behaviors 
September 24-25 
Liberty, Mo. 
Facilitator: Jill Molli, Conscious Discipline Master Instructor
Building Trauma-Sensitive Classrooms and Schools: 7 Strategies for Teachers and Administrators 
September 25-26 
Providence, R.I. 
Facilitators: Dr. Becky Bailey, Conscious Discipline Founder and Chief Knowledge Officer with Kim Jackson, Conscious Discipline Master Instructor
Conscious Discipline for Administrators 
October 5-6 
New Albany, Ind. 
Facilitator: Jill Molli, Conscious Discipline Master Instructor
Building Trauma-Sensitive Classrooms and Schools: 7 Strategies for Teachers and Administrators 
December 4-5 
Orlando, Fla. 
Facilitators: Dr. Becky Bailey, Conscious Discipline Founder and Chief Knowledge Officer with Kim Jackson, Conscious Discipline Master Instructor
Register for Conscious Discipline workshops and read full event descriptions at http://www.consciousdiscipline.com/professional-development/events.
About Conscious Discipline 
Conscious Discipline provides a comprehensive, trauma-informed social emotional program that is based on current brain research, child development information and developmentally appropriate practices. All aspects of Conscious Discipline focus on creating a safe, connected environment for children to learn and practice the skills needed for healthy social, emotional and academic development. Conscious Discipline methodology has been recognized by SAMHSA's National Registry of Evidence-based Programs and Practices (NREPP), and it was named a national model for character education by the Florida State Legislature. Research shows that Conscious Discipline decreases aggression, impulsivity and hyperactivity while creating a positive environment in the school or home. In schools, Conscious Discipline has been shown to decrease discipline referrals while increasing teaching time and academic achievement. Learn more at http://www.consciousdiscipline.com.

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Educators with a need for classrooms can qualify for a $200 Help Your Classroom Grant from California Casualty. Apply now at http://www.calcas.com/help-your-classroom.

SAN MATEO, CALIF. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 05, 2019
California Casualty has a gift for educators who need to fill an unmet need for their classrooms with the Help Your Classroom grant program. Each month, California Casualty, provider of the NEA Auto and Home Insurance Program, awards eight randomly selected instructors from across the nation with donations totaling $1,600 to help them purchase essentials that benefit students.
Stephanie H., from Washington, was able to leverage the funds to purchase much-needed organizers for her classroom that she has wanted for a long while.
Another recent recipient, California's Jeffery J., said, "I ordered my supplies. We will use them to beautify our school. I got paints and chalk and it will be fantastic! I appreciate the opportunity and the support!"
The Help Your Classroom program was created by California Casualty to aid schools affected by diminished resources. Recipients must use the $200 to provide supplies or equipment that directly benefits students and classrooms. Since its inception, more than 1,300 educators have received the help.
California Casualty Partner Relations team member, Tara Stoudt, says she is thrilled that she can help instructors and education support professionals with the funds. "I can't tell you the countless responses I get from teachers about how much of their own money they spend on basic classroom needs, such as tissues and pencils. The fact that we offer this grant really sets us apart; showing our partners a little appreciation for everything they do," she said.
Tara's colleague, Katelyn Hoffman, said, "Many of these educators' needs are basic school supplies because they are in a low-income district and get limited help from the school, and families can't afford to send in items." 
The awards have been used to: augment audio and video equipment, purchase phonemic reading aids, provide writing practice boards, and buy books, paper, pencils and healthy snacks.
No purchase is necessary for the Help Your Classroom grants. Any member of the NEA or a state affiliate is eligible to enter at http://www.calcas.com/help-your-classroom.
Serving educators since 1951, California Casualty provides auto and home insurance for teachers and gives back with other programs that benefit schools and students: 

$2,500 Academic Award, http://www.educatorsacademicaward.com

$250 Music and Arts Grants, to promote arts-in-education projects including fine art, performance art and music programs, http://www.calcasmusicartsgrant.com

The California Casualty Awards for Teaching Excellence, in conjunction with the NEA Foundation, honoring excellence in the classroom, http://www.neafoundation.org/for-educators/awards-for-teaching-excellence/california-casualty-awardees/

It only takes a moment to join the thousands of educators who have already received a $200 Help Your Classroom donation at http://www.calcas.com/help-your-classroom.
Founded in 1914, California Casualty provides auto and home insurance to educators, firefighters, law enforcement and nurses across the country. Headquartered in San Mateo, California, with Service Centers in Arizona, Colorado and Kansas, California Casualty has been led by four generations of the Brown family. To learn more about California Casualty, or to request an auto insurance quote, please visit http://www.calcas.com or call 1.800.800.9410.

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The fact that we offer this grant really sets us apart; showing our partners a little appreciation for everything they do



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