Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert Wilkie is furious after a federal union president said that if politicians don't end the partial government shutdown, federal employees who are veterans will kill themselves.
Reported by Daily Caller 15 hours ago.
Federal Union: Give Us Money Or Employees Who Are Veterans Will Kill Themselves
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Once joined in trauma, a group of veterans in St. John's now bonded by music
Michael Hanlon admits he was just floating by in life until he found new purpose in a group that's brought together music and friends who have been joined in commonality.
Reported by CBC.ca 15 hours ago.
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Geocentric Media: DistrictOfColumbia.com is now Available for Acquisition
Rare opportunity to own this iconic, powerful brand name representing the home of the American Political System and the capital of the United States
WASHINGTON, LOS ANGELES and NEW YORK CITY, Jan. 14, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The ultra-premium, exact match geo domain name, DistrictOfColumbia.com, is now available for sale.The District of Columbia is not only home to the United States' 3 branches of Government, it also contains the largest concentration of political, cultural, educational, and historical attractions anywhere. The White House, Lincoln Memorial, US Capitol and Library of Congress, The Vietnam Veterans and Korean War Veterans Memorial, National Archives Museum, United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, Smithsonian Institute, Smithsonian’s National Zoo, John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, National Air & Space Museum, National Museum of African Art, National Portrait Gallery, National Museum of American History and many more attractions. Major universities include American University, Catholic University, Georgetown, Howard University, Johns Hopkins Advanced International Studies, and the University of District of Columbia.
“With a population of over 6,000,000 in the major metropolitan area, along with annual tourism of over 20,000,000 visitors, DistrictOfColumbia.com can become a major city and travel and tourism portal. However, there is a much greater allure because of the political climate and the need for credible news and media outlets,” states Fred Mercaldo, the owner of DistrictOfColumbia.com.
With 908 million search results for “District of Columbia” found in a recent Google search, the value of this domain is apparent and lucrative for investors. With the proper site and content development, this domain has the potential to top-list for many related keywords that are high value including: District of Columbia, Washington D.C., tourist attractions in DC, DC tourist guide and countless others.
“This brand name is also ideal for major media companies, political-based news organizations, news aggregators, and even the Democratic or Republican parties themselves,” Mercaldo adds. “We intend to open discussions with all interested parties and make a decision as quickly as possible.”
The DistrictOfColumbia.com is listed at Cities.cc, a domain brokerage dedicated to the representation of pure City brands.
Interested parties can make an offer on this domain by contacting Mercaldo directly at: Info@GeocentricMedia.com; the minimum bid for DistrictOfColumbia.com is $350,000.
About Geocentric Media
Fred Mercaldo is the CEO and Founder of Geocentric Media, Inc, a Scottsdale Arizona based corporation that represents over 400 pure City digital brands. For more information about Geocentric Media, please visit GeocentricMedia.com. Geocentric Media handles all of the software development, content, sales, marketing and advertising functions for all of the managed and/or owned sites, and procures both national and local partnerships. Fred can be reached directly at: (602)859-3786.
Media Contact:
Fred Mercaldo
(602)859-3786
A photo accompanying this announcement is available at http://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/33173caf-05c1-46a4-92df-20a2a266b1cb Reported by GlobeNewswire 15 hours ago.
WASHINGTON, LOS ANGELES and NEW YORK CITY, Jan. 14, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The ultra-premium, exact match geo domain name, DistrictOfColumbia.com, is now available for sale.The District of Columbia is not only home to the United States' 3 branches of Government, it also contains the largest concentration of political, cultural, educational, and historical attractions anywhere. The White House, Lincoln Memorial, US Capitol and Library of Congress, The Vietnam Veterans and Korean War Veterans Memorial, National Archives Museum, United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, Smithsonian Institute, Smithsonian’s National Zoo, John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, National Air & Space Museum, National Museum of African Art, National Portrait Gallery, National Museum of American History and many more attractions. Major universities include American University, Catholic University, Georgetown, Howard University, Johns Hopkins Advanced International Studies, and the University of District of Columbia.
“With a population of over 6,000,000 in the major metropolitan area, along with annual tourism of over 20,000,000 visitors, DistrictOfColumbia.com can become a major city and travel and tourism portal. However, there is a much greater allure because of the political climate and the need for credible news and media outlets,” states Fred Mercaldo, the owner of DistrictOfColumbia.com.
With 908 million search results for “District of Columbia” found in a recent Google search, the value of this domain is apparent and lucrative for investors. With the proper site and content development, this domain has the potential to top-list for many related keywords that are high value including: District of Columbia, Washington D.C., tourist attractions in DC, DC tourist guide and countless others.
“This brand name is also ideal for major media companies, political-based news organizations, news aggregators, and even the Democratic or Republican parties themselves,” Mercaldo adds. “We intend to open discussions with all interested parties and make a decision as quickly as possible.”
The DistrictOfColumbia.com is listed at Cities.cc, a domain brokerage dedicated to the representation of pure City brands.
Interested parties can make an offer on this domain by contacting Mercaldo directly at: Info@GeocentricMedia.com; the minimum bid for DistrictOfColumbia.com is $350,000.
About Geocentric Media
Fred Mercaldo is the CEO and Founder of Geocentric Media, Inc, a Scottsdale Arizona based corporation that represents over 400 pure City digital brands. For more information about Geocentric Media, please visit GeocentricMedia.com. Geocentric Media handles all of the software development, content, sales, marketing and advertising functions for all of the managed and/or owned sites, and procures both national and local partnerships. Fred can be reached directly at: (602)859-3786.
Media Contact:
Fred Mercaldo
(602)859-3786
A photo accompanying this announcement is available at http://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/33173caf-05c1-46a4-92df-20a2a266b1cb Reported by GlobeNewswire 15 hours ago.
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Government looking for space for new Wichita veterans center
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs wants to lease approximately 4,700 square feet of Class A office space in Wichita.
Reported by bizjournals 15 hours ago.
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Here's what happens to Social Security and disability benefits during a government shutdown
**· *The federal government is in the record-shattering 24th day of a partial government shutdown.*
· *Social Security and disability checks will still go out for the duration of the shutdown.*
· *In contrast to previous shutdowns, no Social Security Administration employees will be placed on furlough and all services will remain open.*
The federal government is now in the 24th day of a partial federal shutdown, as President Donald Trump and congressional leaders have still not been able to come to a deal to reopen the government.
While parts of the government are still funded, nine of the 15 federal agencies are affected by the shutdown and problems are beginning to pile up. Roughly 800,000 federal employees are also going without pay during the shutdown.
But while the problems caused by the shutdown are significant, essential services, such as public safety operations and Medicare payments have continued.
Additionally, the shutdown should have little effect on Social Security checks. According to the Social Security Administration's shutdown contingency plan, most core programs and benefits would continue in the event of a shutdown.
"Funding for the programs under Titles II, XVI, and XVIII of the Social Security Act will continue, even in the event of a lapse in appropriations," the plan says.
A shutdown only affects funds annually appropriated by Congress, not funding that is sustained long-term. The Social Security trust fund is paid for through a combination of taxes and long-term investments.
Other core functions like disability claims or appeals over benefits would continue to function.
*Read more:* The effects of the shutdown are only going to get exponentially worse as the fight drags on»
For the military and veterans, VA disability payments, Survivor Benefits Plan payments, and retiree payments would all be made because those funds also come from non-annual appropriations. Additionally, the VA was included in the departments that were funded in September, so no services offered by the agency are affected.
While previous shutdowns have led to the furlough of Social Security employees and some services, a full-year funding agreement for the Social Security Administration was reached in September so the agency is not affected this time around.
Congressional leaders are scheduled to meet with Trump on Wednesday to try and hash out a deal to end the shutdown, but so far there is little progress towards a deal to reopen the government. The shutdown is now the second-longest in the modern budgeting era.
*SEE ALSO: From airport lines to food inspections, here are all the ways the government shutdown is impacting the lives of average Americans*
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NOW WATCH: MSNBC host Chris Hayes thinks President Trump's stance on China is 'not at all crazy' Reported by Business Insider 14 hours ago.
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'West Side Story' Movie Casts Maria, Anita & More!
The upcoming West Side Story movie from director Steven Spielberg has announced its core cast! New Jersey High School student Rachel Zegler will star as Maria opposite Ansel Elgort in the role of Tony. Rachel won the role after auditioning against 30,000 other people around the world! Broadway veterans Ariana DeBose and David Alvarez will [...]
Reported by Just Jared 13 hours ago.
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After being removed as justice minister, Wilson-Raybould defends her performance
Shortly after Canada’s first Indigenous justice minister and attorney general was moved into the less prestigious position of veterans affairs minister, Jody Wilson-Raybould took the unusual step issuing a public defence of her performance.
Reported by CBC.ca 10 hours ago.
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TOP 25 THIS WEEK: No. 4 Virginia faces 2 top-10 ACC foes
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Virginia’s veterans have plenty of big-game experience. The fourth-ranked Cavaliers will need all of it to get through a week that includes two matchups against top-10 Atlantic Coast Conference opponents. The Cavaliers have a home game Tuesday against ninth-ranked Virginia Tech followed by a trip to top-ranked Duke on Saturday, a […]
Reported by Seattle Times 4 hours ago.
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KloudScript™, Inc Announces a Partnership to Provide a Specialty at Retail Solution for Western States Pharmacy Coalition Members
Innovative Partnership Provides Solutions that Enable Superior, Local Patient Care Experiences and Secures the Future for Independent Community Pharmacies
OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. (PRWEB) January 15, 2019
KloudScript Inc., a digital health network focused on providing technology and support services for specialty medications, announces a preferred partnership agreement with Western States Pharmacy Coalition to provide solutions that enable superior, local patient care experiences and secures the future for independent community pharmacies.
A typical patient taking a specialty medication is taking an average of eight other non-specialty prescription medications according to KloudScript’s network analytics research. “When community pharmacies fail to provide services for specialty medications, they lose not only the specialty prescription but the patient’s non-specialty, over-the-counter, and sometimes all family members business to a retail chain competitor that has a mail order supported specialty program,” said Dr. Rinku A. Patel, Founder & CEO of KloudScript, Inc. “Community pharmacies need a comprehensive solution where they can increase their pharmacy’s longevity by retaining all of their patients and prescriptions, including specialty.” This preferred partnership agreement between KloudScript and WSPC removes the barriers to entry and provides a cost-effective solution for independent community pharmacies to service their patient’s specialty prescription and grow their patient census.
Western States Pharmacy Coalition (WSPC), is a cooperative of outstanding independent pharmacies. The leaders of WSPC are seasoned independent pharmacy veterans focused on patient care and community involvement. WSPC’s vision is to provide outstanding independents with a competitive edge, by being the premier coalition that provides innovative resources and programs to support successful and profitable independent pharmacies. “Independents can no longer stand by and ignore the specialty challenge. KloudScript has provided a best in class specialty at retail program to pharmacies without competing with, like a typical specialty pharmacy hub service provider does. KloudScript’s mission and program aligns with the growth and success of the independent pharmacy. We are excited to offer a comprehensive solution for the owner’s consideration that addresses cost and specialty service needs of our members in partnership with KloudScript,” said John Bruce PharmD, President & CEO of WSPC.
KloudScript’s pharmacy partners provide care to patients locally; while KloudScript provides the necessary strategy, infrastructure, and support services, including financial case management through its hub, to operate a specialty program that improves overall clinical outcomes. KloudScript’s patient care management platform, KETU™, drives compliance and quality of care through consistency in hub services, pharmacy operations and clinical care to patients, while capturing the data necessary to track trends and business intelligence critical to various industry stakeholders. KloudScript is committed to improving operational efficiencies and interoperability amongst healthcare service providers, and the ability of improving patient care through longitudinal data analytics. “KloudScript will continue to work with aggregators such as WSPC, to bring forth solutions that secure the future for independent community pharmacies by simplifying and streamlining specialty solutions,” said Dr. Rinku A. Patel, Founder & CEO of KloudScript, Inc.
About Western States Pharmacy Coalition
Founded in 2009, Western States Pharmacy Coalition (WSPC), is a cooperative of outstanding independent pharmacies. The leaders of WSPC are seasoned independent pharmacy veterans focused on patient care and community involvement. WSPC’s vision is to provide outstanding independents with a competitive edge, by being the premier coalition that provides innovative resources and programs to support successful and profitable independent pharmacies. Learn more about WSPC at: http://www.westernstatesrx.com/.
About KloudScript™, Inc
Headquartered in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois, KloudScript™, Inc a digital health network focused on providing technology and support services for specialty medications. KloudScript partners with community pharmacies, prescribers, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and payors to make specialty medications available locally for patients through a simplified care experience from their pharmacist. Through its technology platform, KETU™, and support services, KloudScript has pioneered the ultimate solution for patients’ desire for local care and community pharmacies’ strategic need to participate in the fastest growing segment of pharmacy. Learn more about KloudScript’s growing network at http://www.kloudscript.com or call (855) 202-7036. Reported by PRWeb 3 hours ago.
OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. (PRWEB) January 15, 2019
KloudScript Inc., a digital health network focused on providing technology and support services for specialty medications, announces a preferred partnership agreement with Western States Pharmacy Coalition to provide solutions that enable superior, local patient care experiences and secures the future for independent community pharmacies.
A typical patient taking a specialty medication is taking an average of eight other non-specialty prescription medications according to KloudScript’s network analytics research. “When community pharmacies fail to provide services for specialty medications, they lose not only the specialty prescription but the patient’s non-specialty, over-the-counter, and sometimes all family members business to a retail chain competitor that has a mail order supported specialty program,” said Dr. Rinku A. Patel, Founder & CEO of KloudScript, Inc. “Community pharmacies need a comprehensive solution where they can increase their pharmacy’s longevity by retaining all of their patients and prescriptions, including specialty.” This preferred partnership agreement between KloudScript and WSPC removes the barriers to entry and provides a cost-effective solution for independent community pharmacies to service their patient’s specialty prescription and grow their patient census.
Western States Pharmacy Coalition (WSPC), is a cooperative of outstanding independent pharmacies. The leaders of WSPC are seasoned independent pharmacy veterans focused on patient care and community involvement. WSPC’s vision is to provide outstanding independents with a competitive edge, by being the premier coalition that provides innovative resources and programs to support successful and profitable independent pharmacies. “Independents can no longer stand by and ignore the specialty challenge. KloudScript has provided a best in class specialty at retail program to pharmacies without competing with, like a typical specialty pharmacy hub service provider does. KloudScript’s mission and program aligns with the growth and success of the independent pharmacy. We are excited to offer a comprehensive solution for the owner’s consideration that addresses cost and specialty service needs of our members in partnership with KloudScript,” said John Bruce PharmD, President & CEO of WSPC.
KloudScript’s pharmacy partners provide care to patients locally; while KloudScript provides the necessary strategy, infrastructure, and support services, including financial case management through its hub, to operate a specialty program that improves overall clinical outcomes. KloudScript’s patient care management platform, KETU™, drives compliance and quality of care through consistency in hub services, pharmacy operations and clinical care to patients, while capturing the data necessary to track trends and business intelligence critical to various industry stakeholders. KloudScript is committed to improving operational efficiencies and interoperability amongst healthcare service providers, and the ability of improving patient care through longitudinal data analytics. “KloudScript will continue to work with aggregators such as WSPC, to bring forth solutions that secure the future for independent community pharmacies by simplifying and streamlining specialty solutions,” said Dr. Rinku A. Patel, Founder & CEO of KloudScript, Inc.
About Western States Pharmacy Coalition
Founded in 2009, Western States Pharmacy Coalition (WSPC), is a cooperative of outstanding independent pharmacies. The leaders of WSPC are seasoned independent pharmacy veterans focused on patient care and community involvement. WSPC’s vision is to provide outstanding independents with a competitive edge, by being the premier coalition that provides innovative resources and programs to support successful and profitable independent pharmacies. Learn more about WSPC at: http://www.westernstatesrx.com/.
About KloudScript™, Inc
Headquartered in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois, KloudScript™, Inc a digital health network focused on providing technology and support services for specialty medications. KloudScript partners with community pharmacies, prescribers, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and payors to make specialty medications available locally for patients through a simplified care experience from their pharmacist. Through its technology platform, KETU™, and support services, KloudScript has pioneered the ultimate solution for patients’ desire for local care and community pharmacies’ strategic need to participate in the fastest growing segment of pharmacy. Learn more about KloudScript’s growing network at http://www.kloudscript.com or call (855) 202-7036. Reported by PRWeb 3 hours ago.
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Was Jody Wilson-Raybould's move to Veterans Affairs a demotion?
Jody Wilson-Raybould has been at pains to insist that her move from the justice portfolio to Veterans Affairs is not a demotion. That doesn't mean she'll enjoy the job.
Reported by CBC.ca 1 hour ago.
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Panera Bread Adds Industry Veterans Karen Kelley as SVP, Chief Restaurant Operations Officer and Anita Vanderveer as SVP, Chief People Officer
Hires Support Company’s Focus on Guest Experience and Talent
ST. LOUIS, Jan. 15, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Panera Bread announced today that Karen Kelley and Anita Vanderveer have recently joined the company’s senior management team as SVP, Chief Restaurant Operations Officer, and SVP, Chief People Officer, respectively. Kelley will lead operations across all bakery-cafes and Vanderveer will lead all Human Resources initiatives. Both executives will report directly to Blaine Hurst, President and CEO.“I am thrilled to welcome Karen and Anita to Team Panera. Their experience and leadership in the restaurant industry is truly unparalleled,” said Hurst. “I’m looking forward to working alongside them to strengthen and grow both the guest experience and the associate experience.”
As a well-known leader in the restaurant category, Kelley brings more than 30 years of experience to Panera. She’s a world-class, innovative operations leader who has built her career by focusing on harnessing people’s abilities to grow and deliver phenomenal results. Most recently, Kelley served as the president of Tatte Bakery & Cafe and prior to that was the President and COO of Sweetgreen. She started her career pursuing her bachelor’s while working in Taco Bell in college and holds a bachelor’s degree from University of Colorado Boulder in political science and government.
“The opportunity to help shape and deliver the Panera experience is one that doesn’t come around very often,” Kelley said. “I’m excited to join Panera and look forward to building on the incredible accomplishments of the team.”
Vanderveer is a people focused, forward-thinking, innovative leader who brings extensive human resources experience to Panera. Most recently, Anita served as senior vice president of people for the national headquarters of SONIC®, America’s Drive-In®. Vanderveer began her career with Pizza Hut/Yum! Brands more than 25 years ago in restaurant operations and has served in a variety of human resources executive positions. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Mountain State University in organizational leadership and a master’s degree in education, human resource development from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
“This is an opportunity of a lifetime. I’ve always admired Panera and I’m thrilled to lead the people organization and our world class associate experience initiatives,” Vanderveer said.
*About Panera Bread *
Thirty years ago, at a time when quick service meant low quality, Panera set out to challenge this expectation. We believed that food that was good and that you could feel good about, served in a warm and welcoming environment by people who cared, could bring out the best in all of us. To us, that is food as it should be and that is why we exist.
So we began with a simple commitment: to bake bread fresh every day in our bakery-cafes. No short cuts, just bakers with simple ingredients and hot ovens. Each night, any unsold bread and baked goods were shared with neighbors in need.
These traditions carry on today, as we have continued to find ways to be an ally for wellness to our guests. That means crafting a menu of soups, salads and sandwiches that we are proud to feed our families. Like poultry and pork raised without antibiotics on our salads and sandwiches. A commitment to transparency and options that empower our guests to eat the way they want. Seasonal flavors and whole grains. And a commitment to removing or not using artificial additives (preservatives, sweeteners, flavors, and colors from artificial sources) in the food in our bakery-cafes. Why? Because we think that simpler is better and we believe in serving food as it should be. Because when you don’t have to compromise to eat well, all that is left is the joy of eating.
We’re also focused on improving quality and convenience. With investments in technology and operations, we now offer new ways to enjoy your Panera favorites – like mobile ordering and Rapid Pick-Up® for to-go orders and delivery – all designed to make things easier for our guests. As a result, Panera has been one of the most successful restaurant companies in history. What started as one 400-square-foot cookie store in Boston has grown into a company with more than 2,300 units, nearly $6 billion in system-wide sales, and over 100,000 associates. In more than 25 years as a publicly traded company, Panera has created significant shareholder value. In late 2017, Panera acquired Au Bon Pain Holding Co. Inc., parent company of the 304-unit Au Bon Pain bakery-café chain. The acquisition reunites Panera and Au Bon Pain, both of which were founded by Ron Shaich, and will intensify Panera’s growth in new real estate channels, including hospitals, universities and transportation centers.
As of December 28, 2018 there were 2,114 bakery-cafes in 48 states and in Ontario, Canada, operating under the Panera Bread® or Saint Louis Bread Co. ® names. For more information, visit panerabread.com or find us on Twitter (@panerabread), Facebook (facebook.com/panerabread) or Instagram (@panerabread).
*Media Contact: *
Jessica Hesselschwerdt
Jessica.Hesselschwerdt@panerabread.com Reported by GlobeNewswire 28 minutes ago.
ST. LOUIS, Jan. 15, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Panera Bread announced today that Karen Kelley and Anita Vanderveer have recently joined the company’s senior management team as SVP, Chief Restaurant Operations Officer, and SVP, Chief People Officer, respectively. Kelley will lead operations across all bakery-cafes and Vanderveer will lead all Human Resources initiatives. Both executives will report directly to Blaine Hurst, President and CEO.“I am thrilled to welcome Karen and Anita to Team Panera. Their experience and leadership in the restaurant industry is truly unparalleled,” said Hurst. “I’m looking forward to working alongside them to strengthen and grow both the guest experience and the associate experience.”
As a well-known leader in the restaurant category, Kelley brings more than 30 years of experience to Panera. She’s a world-class, innovative operations leader who has built her career by focusing on harnessing people’s abilities to grow and deliver phenomenal results. Most recently, Kelley served as the president of Tatte Bakery & Cafe and prior to that was the President and COO of Sweetgreen. She started her career pursuing her bachelor’s while working in Taco Bell in college and holds a bachelor’s degree from University of Colorado Boulder in political science and government.
“The opportunity to help shape and deliver the Panera experience is one that doesn’t come around very often,” Kelley said. “I’m excited to join Panera and look forward to building on the incredible accomplishments of the team.”
Vanderveer is a people focused, forward-thinking, innovative leader who brings extensive human resources experience to Panera. Most recently, Anita served as senior vice president of people for the national headquarters of SONIC®, America’s Drive-In®. Vanderveer began her career with Pizza Hut/Yum! Brands more than 25 years ago in restaurant operations and has served in a variety of human resources executive positions. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Mountain State University in organizational leadership and a master’s degree in education, human resource development from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
“This is an opportunity of a lifetime. I’ve always admired Panera and I’m thrilled to lead the people organization and our world class associate experience initiatives,” Vanderveer said.
*About Panera Bread *
Thirty years ago, at a time when quick service meant low quality, Panera set out to challenge this expectation. We believed that food that was good and that you could feel good about, served in a warm and welcoming environment by people who cared, could bring out the best in all of us. To us, that is food as it should be and that is why we exist.
So we began with a simple commitment: to bake bread fresh every day in our bakery-cafes. No short cuts, just bakers with simple ingredients and hot ovens. Each night, any unsold bread and baked goods were shared with neighbors in need.
These traditions carry on today, as we have continued to find ways to be an ally for wellness to our guests. That means crafting a menu of soups, salads and sandwiches that we are proud to feed our families. Like poultry and pork raised without antibiotics on our salads and sandwiches. A commitment to transparency and options that empower our guests to eat the way they want. Seasonal flavors and whole grains. And a commitment to removing or not using artificial additives (preservatives, sweeteners, flavors, and colors from artificial sources) in the food in our bakery-cafes. Why? Because we think that simpler is better and we believe in serving food as it should be. Because when you don’t have to compromise to eat well, all that is left is the joy of eating.
We’re also focused on improving quality and convenience. With investments in technology and operations, we now offer new ways to enjoy your Panera favorites – like mobile ordering and Rapid Pick-Up® for to-go orders and delivery – all designed to make things easier for our guests. As a result, Panera has been one of the most successful restaurant companies in history. What started as one 400-square-foot cookie store in Boston has grown into a company with more than 2,300 units, nearly $6 billion in system-wide sales, and over 100,000 associates. In more than 25 years as a publicly traded company, Panera has created significant shareholder value. In late 2017, Panera acquired Au Bon Pain Holding Co. Inc., parent company of the 304-unit Au Bon Pain bakery-café chain. The acquisition reunites Panera and Au Bon Pain, both of which were founded by Ron Shaich, and will intensify Panera’s growth in new real estate channels, including hospitals, universities and transportation centers.
As of December 28, 2018 there were 2,114 bakery-cafes in 48 states and in Ontario, Canada, operating under the Panera Bread® or Saint Louis Bread Co. ® names. For more information, visit panerabread.com or find us on Twitter (@panerabread), Facebook (facebook.com/panerabread) or Instagram (@panerabread).
*Media Contact: *
Jessica Hesselschwerdt
Jessica.Hesselschwerdt@panerabread.com Reported by GlobeNewswire 28 minutes ago.
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Alignable Zooms Past Three Million Member Milestone Becoming Largest Online Network for SMBs in N. America
Boston-Based Co. Accelerates Mission To Reinvent Small Business Economy
BOSTON (PRWEB) January 15, 2019
Alignable.com, The Small Business Network, has surpassed another major milestone: now 3 million+ small businesses are part of its North American membership, making it the largest online network of SMBs in the U.S. and Canada. While membership momentum has been rapid, engagement across the platform also has seen dramatic increases with more members than ever using Alignable to help each other build their businesses.
“I’ve seen many SMB networks struggle to gather the 'snowflakes' of small business at scale, but clearly Alignable is on to something given this eye-popping milestone,” said the B2SMB Institute’s Co-Founder and CEO Dave Walker. “I would credit the combination of relevance, of trustworthiness, and of ease of use that delivered these numbers, and I would anticipate their growth only gets bigger and faster from here.”
Alignable’s CEO and Co-Founder Eric Groves added, “Today, over 10 percent of the small businesses in North America have a presence on Alignable. And we’re helping those members gain access to vital tools and resources that will fuel their success. Ultimately, we want to expand our services, so all small business owners see Alignable as their most-trusted business resource.”
To date, a whopping 42 million+ connections have been made across the U.S. and Canada on Alignable, up 40 percent over the past three months. Beyond that, millions of members have exchanged referrals and recommendations. This activity has helped improve visibility for members, driving more traffic and leads their way.
To keep driving the growth of member businesses, the company has many new campaigns, partnerships, and product features launching in 2019, including the search for each community’s Small Businessperson of the Year, which has attracted thousands of nominations. For any small business owners who are not part of Alignable yet, but want to benefit from the know-how shared by its three million members, click here to join for free. And for others who would like to work at Alignable, several key positions are open. Go to Alignable.com to apply.
ABOUT ALIGNABLE
Alignable is quickly evolving into the voice of small business. It's an established, yet rapidly growing platform where 3 million+ small business owners network together across 30,000+ communities in North America. Members use Alignable to make meaningful connections, generate referrals, boost their business leads, promote events, find trusted vendors, and engage in a popular Q&A Forum. The company has a dynamic growth environment with an extremely talented and friendly team, which includes veterans of startups that became household names under their guidance, including Invisalign, Constant Contact, PayPal, and Wayfair.
Alignable also has established the Alignable Trust Index, which collects and presents ratings and reviews for more than 100 national brands, showcasing the brands most recommended from one small business to another.
To learn more about the company, go to Alignable.com. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter, as well.
Media Contact: Chuck Casto, 508-314-3284, chuck(at)alignable(dot)com. Reported by PRWeb 23 hours ago.
BOSTON (PRWEB) January 15, 2019
Alignable.com, The Small Business Network, has surpassed another major milestone: now 3 million+ small businesses are part of its North American membership, making it the largest online network of SMBs in the U.S. and Canada. While membership momentum has been rapid, engagement across the platform also has seen dramatic increases with more members than ever using Alignable to help each other build their businesses.
“I’ve seen many SMB networks struggle to gather the 'snowflakes' of small business at scale, but clearly Alignable is on to something given this eye-popping milestone,” said the B2SMB Institute’s Co-Founder and CEO Dave Walker. “I would credit the combination of relevance, of trustworthiness, and of ease of use that delivered these numbers, and I would anticipate their growth only gets bigger and faster from here.”
Alignable’s CEO and Co-Founder Eric Groves added, “Today, over 10 percent of the small businesses in North America have a presence on Alignable. And we’re helping those members gain access to vital tools and resources that will fuel their success. Ultimately, we want to expand our services, so all small business owners see Alignable as their most-trusted business resource.”
To date, a whopping 42 million+ connections have been made across the U.S. and Canada on Alignable, up 40 percent over the past three months. Beyond that, millions of members have exchanged referrals and recommendations. This activity has helped improve visibility for members, driving more traffic and leads their way.
To keep driving the growth of member businesses, the company has many new campaigns, partnerships, and product features launching in 2019, including the search for each community’s Small Businessperson of the Year, which has attracted thousands of nominations. For any small business owners who are not part of Alignable yet, but want to benefit from the know-how shared by its three million members, click here to join for free. And for others who would like to work at Alignable, several key positions are open. Go to Alignable.com to apply.
ABOUT ALIGNABLE
Alignable is quickly evolving into the voice of small business. It's an established, yet rapidly growing platform where 3 million+ small business owners network together across 30,000+ communities in North America. Members use Alignable to make meaningful connections, generate referrals, boost their business leads, promote events, find trusted vendors, and engage in a popular Q&A Forum. The company has a dynamic growth environment with an extremely talented and friendly team, which includes veterans of startups that became household names under their guidance, including Invisalign, Constant Contact, PayPal, and Wayfair.
Alignable also has established the Alignable Trust Index, which collects and presents ratings and reviews for more than 100 national brands, showcasing the brands most recommended from one small business to another.
To learn more about the company, go to Alignable.com. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter, as well.
Media Contact: Chuck Casto, 508-314-3284, chuck(at)alignable(dot)com. Reported by PRWeb 23 hours ago.
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Medovex Corporation Announces New Board Appointments
Finance Industry Veterans Join Board of Directors Following Successful Closing of Regenerative Medicine Solutions Acquisition
ALPHARETTA, Ga., Jan. 15, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Medovex Corporation (OTCQB: MDVX) (“Medovex” or the “Company”) today named Michael Yurkowsky, founder of YP Holdings, and Raymond Monteleone, formerly of Arthur Young (now EY), to its board of directors, effective immediately. The appointments come on the heels of the successful closing of the previously announced acquisition of Regenerative Medicine Solutions, LLC (“RMS”). RMS is a Tampa, Florida-based pulmonary biomedical services and patient delivery platform that manages and operates Lung Health Institute, a leader in regenerative medicine specializing in cellular therapies to treat chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and other chronic lung diseases.
Michael Yurkowsky comes to Medovex with more than 25 years of experience in financial services. Yurkowsky spent the first ten years of his career working as a broker with several national broker-dealers and as a licensed investment banker. He went on to start and manage his own hedge fund, specializing in debt arbitrage. In 2012, he opened his own family office, YP Holdings LLC, which has invested in more than 50 private companies and participated in more than 100 public company financing transactions. Throughout his career, Mr. Yurkowsky has served on multiple public and private boards and has been involved in several M&A transactions.
A former partner with Arthur Young (now EY), Ray Monteleone joins Medovex after working closely with several large and small companies serving as board member and/or advisor, specializing in strategic planning, health care, tax and financial planning and corporate management. Monteleone previously served as an officer working closely with the Board of Directors of Laser Spine Institute (“LSI”) and worked as deputy commissioner, chief operating officer, and chief financial officer with the Florida Department of Education. He attended an exclusive Arthur Young Harvard Business School program and earned his MBA from Florida Atlantic University. Considered an expert in financial analysis and business management, Monteleone is regularly featured as a lecturer at various universities and professional associations.
"I’m pleased to welcome both Michael and Ray to our board of directors following the acquisition of RMS,” said William “Bill” Horne, Medovex CEO and Chairman. “Both of their respective backgrounds and skill sets make them ideally suited to join us during this pivotal time for the company. Ray and I have a long history of working together after both serving the board at LSI in my capacity as chairman and his advisor, and I have seen his proven track record of creating value for investors firsthand. I look forward to having him and Michael lend their expertise as we move forward with integrating the two organizations under Medovex’s mission to improve quality of life for patients through innovative medical products and services."
“In the near term, we will further explore the potential opportunity and market penetration of the DenerveX™ System, our first product which provides relief from pain associated with facet joint syndrome,” added Horne. “We will continue to provide our investors with other company updates, including additional board and management appointments and corporate rebranding initiatives.”
*About Medovex Corporation *
Medovex Corporation was formed to acquire and develop a diversified portfolio of innovative medical technology products and services with the goal to improve the quality of life for patients. Based in Alpharetta, Georgia, Medovex’s first product, the DenerveX System, is intended to provide long-lasting relief from pain associated with facet joint syndrome. In 2019, the Company acquired Regenerative Medicine Solutions, LLC, a Tampa, Florida-based biomedical services company that manages Lung Health Institute. Lung Health Institute is a leader in regenerative medicine that specializes in cellular therapies to treat chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and other chronic lung diseases. For more information on Medovex, please visit www.medovex.com.
*Safe Harbor Statement *
Certain statements in this press release constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the federal securities laws. Words such as "may,""might,""will,""should,""believe,""expect,""anticipate,""estimate,""continue,""predict,""forecast,""project,""plan,""intend" or similar expressions, or statements regarding intent, belief, or current expectations, are forward-looking statements. While the Company believes these forward-looking statements are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on any such forward-looking statements, which are based on information available to us on the date of this release. These forward-looking statements are based upon current estimates and assumptions and are subject to various risks and uncertainties, including without limitation those outlined in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"), not limited to Risk Factors relating to its business contained therein. Thus, actual results could be materially different. The Company expressly disclaims any obligation to update or alter statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.
*Contact Information*
Medovex Corp.
Jason Assad
678-570-6791
Jassad@medovex.com Reported by GlobeNewswire 22 hours ago.
ALPHARETTA, Ga., Jan. 15, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Medovex Corporation (OTCQB: MDVX) (“Medovex” or the “Company”) today named Michael Yurkowsky, founder of YP Holdings, and Raymond Monteleone, formerly of Arthur Young (now EY), to its board of directors, effective immediately. The appointments come on the heels of the successful closing of the previously announced acquisition of Regenerative Medicine Solutions, LLC (“RMS”). RMS is a Tampa, Florida-based pulmonary biomedical services and patient delivery platform that manages and operates Lung Health Institute, a leader in regenerative medicine specializing in cellular therapies to treat chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and other chronic lung diseases.
Michael Yurkowsky comes to Medovex with more than 25 years of experience in financial services. Yurkowsky spent the first ten years of his career working as a broker with several national broker-dealers and as a licensed investment banker. He went on to start and manage his own hedge fund, specializing in debt arbitrage. In 2012, he opened his own family office, YP Holdings LLC, which has invested in more than 50 private companies and participated in more than 100 public company financing transactions. Throughout his career, Mr. Yurkowsky has served on multiple public and private boards and has been involved in several M&A transactions.
A former partner with Arthur Young (now EY), Ray Monteleone joins Medovex after working closely with several large and small companies serving as board member and/or advisor, specializing in strategic planning, health care, tax and financial planning and corporate management. Monteleone previously served as an officer working closely with the Board of Directors of Laser Spine Institute (“LSI”) and worked as deputy commissioner, chief operating officer, and chief financial officer with the Florida Department of Education. He attended an exclusive Arthur Young Harvard Business School program and earned his MBA from Florida Atlantic University. Considered an expert in financial analysis and business management, Monteleone is regularly featured as a lecturer at various universities and professional associations.
"I’m pleased to welcome both Michael and Ray to our board of directors following the acquisition of RMS,” said William “Bill” Horne, Medovex CEO and Chairman. “Both of their respective backgrounds and skill sets make them ideally suited to join us during this pivotal time for the company. Ray and I have a long history of working together after both serving the board at LSI in my capacity as chairman and his advisor, and I have seen his proven track record of creating value for investors firsthand. I look forward to having him and Michael lend their expertise as we move forward with integrating the two organizations under Medovex’s mission to improve quality of life for patients through innovative medical products and services."
“In the near term, we will further explore the potential opportunity and market penetration of the DenerveX™ System, our first product which provides relief from pain associated with facet joint syndrome,” added Horne. “We will continue to provide our investors with other company updates, including additional board and management appointments and corporate rebranding initiatives.”
*About Medovex Corporation *
Medovex Corporation was formed to acquire and develop a diversified portfolio of innovative medical technology products and services with the goal to improve the quality of life for patients. Based in Alpharetta, Georgia, Medovex’s first product, the DenerveX System, is intended to provide long-lasting relief from pain associated with facet joint syndrome. In 2019, the Company acquired Regenerative Medicine Solutions, LLC, a Tampa, Florida-based biomedical services company that manages Lung Health Institute. Lung Health Institute is a leader in regenerative medicine that specializes in cellular therapies to treat chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and other chronic lung diseases. For more information on Medovex, please visit www.medovex.com.
*Safe Harbor Statement *
Certain statements in this press release constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the federal securities laws. Words such as "may,""might,""will,""should,""believe,""expect,""anticipate,""estimate,""continue,""predict,""forecast,""project,""plan,""intend" or similar expressions, or statements regarding intent, belief, or current expectations, are forward-looking statements. While the Company believes these forward-looking statements are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on any such forward-looking statements, which are based on information available to us on the date of this release. These forward-looking statements are based upon current estimates and assumptions and are subject to various risks and uncertainties, including without limitation those outlined in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"), not limited to Risk Factors relating to its business contained therein. Thus, actual results could be materially different. The Company expressly disclaims any obligation to update or alter statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.
*Contact Information*
Medovex Corp.
Jason Assad
678-570-6791
Jassad@medovex.com Reported by GlobeNewswire 22 hours ago.
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BERKELEY COLLEGE JUMPS TO 102 IN U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT RANKINGS OF BEST COLLEGES IN THE NATION FOR ONLINE BACHELOR DEGREE PROGRAMS
In the sixth consecutive year to be ranked, Berkeley College rises more than 18 percent to No. 102 among 348 colleges
New York, NY, Jan. 15, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- *Share the News:* #BestOnlinePrograms #NewsBerkeley @USNewsEducation @BerkeleyCollege
U.S. News & World Report has ranked Berkeley College No. 102 among Best Colleges in the nation for Online Bachelor Degree Programs, an increase in position of 18.4 percent above the previous year. Nationwide, Berkeley is No. 102 out of 367 schools surveyed, 348 of which were ranked. In 2018, the College was No. 125, out of 346 schools ranked.
“The quality and commitment of our faculty and continued emphasis on student engagement and resources are among the factors that led to the rise in the rankings,” said Michael J. Smith, President of Berkeley College.
“The high level of faculty support and resources at Berkeley College, including blended learning opportunities and extensive daytime and online tutoring, provides all of our students, online and on-site, with the advantages of a diverse digital learning environment,” added President Smith.
“Berkeley College offers a variety of options for students who seek flexibility in earning their degrees. The online student at Berkeley has access to an extraordinary student experience that parallels onsite campus resources, plus the opportunity to participate in programs at our New Jersey and New York campus locations,” said Joseph Scuralli, DPS, Dean, Berkeley College Online®.
U.S. News & World Report evaluates colleges on factors such as student engagement, which includes areas such as best practices, graduation rates, assessments, class size and retention rates; faculty credentials and training; student services and technology; and peer reputation.
To view the full rankings, click here. To read more about the methodology used by U.S. News & World Report, click here.
“Online classes teach responsibility,” said Vanessa Wilson (top photo) of East Orange, NJ, who graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising and Management from Berkeley College in 2018. “I was able to complete homework on my own schedule.”
Ms. Wilson enrolled in both on-site and online courses as an undergraduate student. She completed her internship at mml pr, a boutique public relations, marketing and events firm based in Los Angeles and New York. She is a customer experience/stylist at Rent the Runway, an online service that provides designer dress and accessory rentals, and her career goal is to become a Buying or Merchandising Director. She also wants to start her own fashion boutique online.
“Group work was also very important in online classes,” she added. “Teaming up with classmates virtually really brings the class to life.”
“A comprehensive online education is a win-win for students and for employers. Increasingly, employers are using online tools for recruiting employees and managing their workforce and job functions. This includes the range of talent acquisition to job training and communications,” said President Smith.
*Online Career Services at Berkeley College Helps Graduate Secure Meaningful Internship*
For Legal Studies graduate Jamie Rogers (photo above) of Marlboro, NY, choosing to earn her Bachelor’s degree online at Berkeley College was the best choice. She had earned her Associate’s degree online at a community college, and could attend another college free, but decided to enroll at Berkeley for her Bachelor’s degree for several reasons.
Ms. Rogers liked the fact that Berkeley College caters to the adult learner. She qualified for a Transfer Opportunity Scholarship and realized she could earn her degree at a faster pace. By taking advantage of the College’s Tuition Freeze Policy, she enrolled in enough consecutive semesters to keep the cost of tuition from increasing. Within 15 months, she earned her Bachelor’s degree, and has received a temporary assignment at Drake Loeb, PLLC, the law firm in New Windsor, NY, where her Berkeley College Online career counselor, Ihor Andruch, helped her secure an internship.
“The internship from Berkeley was a great experience,” Ms. Rogers said. “They knew I planned to go to law school, so they showed me concepts of law beyond a regular paralegal; I was more of a lawyer in training.”
Ms. Rogers admits that although earning a degree online can create some anxiety, she much prefers the lifestyle compared with what she perceives as a more restrictive on-site learning experience. Throughout her college career, she has achieved a high grade-point-average, earning her a place on either the President’s or Dean’s List every semester.
“I don’t do well when I don’t have the time to think,” she said. “I loved being able to regulate my schedule, go at my own pace, do it myself, alone.”
In reality, Ms. Rogers has utilized a support system that includes faculty, advisors and counselors at Berkeley, as well as family to support her busy lifestyle. She, her husband, and her mother all help care for their young daughter. She also works full-time in a restaurant.
All in all, with her undergraduate degree in hand, Ms. Rogers acknowledges that earning her degree will not leave her debt free, but she is earnest and optimistic about her plan to go to law school.
“Online learning gives people – who otherwise would not be able to if on-site learning was the only option – an opportunity to further their education and their lives. If it was not for online learning, I would not have been able to obtain any degrees or continue my education, because my schedule would not have allowed for that. I am grateful for the existence of online learning and the technology age we live in, which makes this possible,” Ms. Rogers added.
*Online Education Affords Working Mom Opportunity to Earn a Degree*
Many years had passed since Cynthia Caruso (photo above) attended school. Between two jobs and raising her son, earning a degree did not seem attainable, even though she had attained 13 years of clinical experience as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician, Certified Hemodialysis Technician, Certified EKG Technician and Transplant Team Coordinator. When she realized her son would soon be out of the house, she figured the time had come to pursue her dreams.
“I immediately thought of Berkeley College and checked to see if they had online classes,” said Ms. Caruso. She felt hesitant starting school at her age, but despite her doubts and with her sister’s encouragement, she enrolled.
Today, the full-time mother, employee and student looks to graduate in 2019 with a Bachelor’s degree in Health Services Management. At first, Ms. Caruso enrolled in the online program out of convenience. “I knew I had to work at my own pace,” she said.
After becoming accustomed to the program, Ms. Caruso felt inspired and added to her goals. She loved the flexibility, and decided she wanted more out of her college experience. “I have the diligence to log on every day, work on assignments, and even mentor other students,” Ms. Caruso said. “Berkeley College Online made it possible to connect without being on campus.”
As part of the Charity Miles Club, where students track physical activity to earn money for charity, Ms. Caruso has been able to help a number of different organizations. Her efforts have helped Feeding America, Project RED, and the Wounded Warriors Project. “With limited time, I have been able to give back thanks to Charity Miles. I log in my times and miles when I go to the gym or even clean my house, and just like that, donations are being made,” she said.
The support Ms. Caruso received has inspired her to help others who might have felt the way she did starting school again. She is now a mentor and has worked on the Student Advisory Board. “I get excited every day to log on and check in with my mentees,” she said. “I am proud to be a student at Berkeley College, and I am grateful I get to share my experience with fellow students.”
After she graduates, Ms. Caruso looks forward to making a difference on the business side of healthcare.
*Innovation and Technology Inspires Learning and Engagement*
Berkeley College continues to make strides in delivering quality engagement, services and support to students. In 2018, the virtual orientation program introduced students to available resources before the semester began. The virtual orientation program is interactive. The information the student shares through the orientation program gets disseminated to the various staff members to inform the student’s support network so they know how best to help them through the student’s online educational experience.
Berkeley College Online students have access to the same support services as students who attend on site, including Academic Advisement, the Library, Career Services, and the Center for Academic Success. Online campus life experiences include online clubs, social media engagement, wellness and personal development programs, and workshops focusing on student success. Click here to learn more about Berkeley College Online.
In addition to being ranked in the Best Online Bachelor’s Degree Program category, the College has also made the U.S. News & World Report lists for Best Online Programs for Veterans since 2014. Click here to learn more about the Office of Military and Veterans Affairs at Berkeley College.
According to the Babson Survey Research Group’s “Online and Distance Education Higher Education Reports,” more than one in three learners take at least one online course, and one in seven take all of their college courses at a distance. Now, students seeking an online education to pursue their educational goals and careers have a credible, in-depth resource to help them choose a program. Berkeley College was among four organizations with extensive experience in distance learning that worked together to establish the tool, accessible through the link https://www.nc-sara.org/studentquestions on the website of the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements. The other organizations that contributed to this collaboration included the Online Learning Consortium, Quality Matters, and WCET, the WICHE Cooperative for Educational Technologies. The tool allows the user to examine questions that address essential topics in informing one’s decision about choosing a college-level distance-learning program.
*About Berkeley College
*A leader in providing career-focused education since 1931, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,000 students – including more than 350 international students – in its Master’s, Bachelor’s, and Associate’s degree and Certificate programs. Students can study in more than 20 career fields. Berkeley College is comprised of the Larry L. Luing School of Business®, the School of Professional Studies, the School of Health Studies and the School of Liberal Arts. The School of Graduate Studies offers an MBA in Management online and in Woodland Park, NJ.
Berkeley College has three New York campuses – Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are four campuses – Newark, Paramus, Woodbridge and Woodland Park. Berkeley College Online® serves a global population. For six consecutive years, U.S. News & World Report has named Berkeley College among the Best Colleges for Online Bachelor’s Programs and among the Best Online Bachelor’s Programs for Veterans. The website address is www.BerkeleyCollege.edu.* *
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To view this press release in the News Room, visit: https://newsroom.berkeleycollege.edu/news/berkeley-college-jumps-to-102-in-u-s-news-world-report-rankings-of-best-colleges-in-the-nation-for-online-bachelor-degree-programs
To view the images as high-resolution photos go to:
Vanessa Wilson: https://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Vanessa_Wilson.jpg
Jamie Rogers: https://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Jamie_Rogers_CR.jpg
Cynthia Caruao: https://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Cynthia_Caruso_CR.jpg
*Attachment*
· Best Online Programs-Bachelors-2019
CONTACT: Ilene Greenfield
Berkeley College
973-278-5400 Ext. 1-5122
igl@berkeleycollege.edu Reported by GlobeNewswire 22 hours ago.
New York, NY, Jan. 15, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- *Share the News:* #BestOnlinePrograms #NewsBerkeley @USNewsEducation @BerkeleyCollege
U.S. News & World Report has ranked Berkeley College No. 102 among Best Colleges in the nation for Online Bachelor Degree Programs, an increase in position of 18.4 percent above the previous year. Nationwide, Berkeley is No. 102 out of 367 schools surveyed, 348 of which were ranked. In 2018, the College was No. 125, out of 346 schools ranked.
“The quality and commitment of our faculty and continued emphasis on student engagement and resources are among the factors that led to the rise in the rankings,” said Michael J. Smith, President of Berkeley College.
“The high level of faculty support and resources at Berkeley College, including blended learning opportunities and extensive daytime and online tutoring, provides all of our students, online and on-site, with the advantages of a diverse digital learning environment,” added President Smith.
“Berkeley College offers a variety of options for students who seek flexibility in earning their degrees. The online student at Berkeley has access to an extraordinary student experience that parallels onsite campus resources, plus the opportunity to participate in programs at our New Jersey and New York campus locations,” said Joseph Scuralli, DPS, Dean, Berkeley College Online®.
U.S. News & World Report evaluates colleges on factors such as student engagement, which includes areas such as best practices, graduation rates, assessments, class size and retention rates; faculty credentials and training; student services and technology; and peer reputation.
To view the full rankings, click here. To read more about the methodology used by U.S. News & World Report, click here.
“Online classes teach responsibility,” said Vanessa Wilson (top photo) of East Orange, NJ, who graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising and Management from Berkeley College in 2018. “I was able to complete homework on my own schedule.”
Ms. Wilson enrolled in both on-site and online courses as an undergraduate student. She completed her internship at mml pr, a boutique public relations, marketing and events firm based in Los Angeles and New York. She is a customer experience/stylist at Rent the Runway, an online service that provides designer dress and accessory rentals, and her career goal is to become a Buying or Merchandising Director. She also wants to start her own fashion boutique online.
“Group work was also very important in online classes,” she added. “Teaming up with classmates virtually really brings the class to life.”
“A comprehensive online education is a win-win for students and for employers. Increasingly, employers are using online tools for recruiting employees and managing their workforce and job functions. This includes the range of talent acquisition to job training and communications,” said President Smith.
*Online Career Services at Berkeley College Helps Graduate Secure Meaningful Internship*
For Legal Studies graduate Jamie Rogers (photo above) of Marlboro, NY, choosing to earn her Bachelor’s degree online at Berkeley College was the best choice. She had earned her Associate’s degree online at a community college, and could attend another college free, but decided to enroll at Berkeley for her Bachelor’s degree for several reasons.
Ms. Rogers liked the fact that Berkeley College caters to the adult learner. She qualified for a Transfer Opportunity Scholarship and realized she could earn her degree at a faster pace. By taking advantage of the College’s Tuition Freeze Policy, she enrolled in enough consecutive semesters to keep the cost of tuition from increasing. Within 15 months, she earned her Bachelor’s degree, and has received a temporary assignment at Drake Loeb, PLLC, the law firm in New Windsor, NY, where her Berkeley College Online career counselor, Ihor Andruch, helped her secure an internship.
“The internship from Berkeley was a great experience,” Ms. Rogers said. “They knew I planned to go to law school, so they showed me concepts of law beyond a regular paralegal; I was more of a lawyer in training.”
Ms. Rogers admits that although earning a degree online can create some anxiety, she much prefers the lifestyle compared with what she perceives as a more restrictive on-site learning experience. Throughout her college career, she has achieved a high grade-point-average, earning her a place on either the President’s or Dean’s List every semester.
“I don’t do well when I don’t have the time to think,” she said. “I loved being able to regulate my schedule, go at my own pace, do it myself, alone.”
In reality, Ms. Rogers has utilized a support system that includes faculty, advisors and counselors at Berkeley, as well as family to support her busy lifestyle. She, her husband, and her mother all help care for their young daughter. She also works full-time in a restaurant.
All in all, with her undergraduate degree in hand, Ms. Rogers acknowledges that earning her degree will not leave her debt free, but she is earnest and optimistic about her plan to go to law school.
“Online learning gives people – who otherwise would not be able to if on-site learning was the only option – an opportunity to further their education and their lives. If it was not for online learning, I would not have been able to obtain any degrees or continue my education, because my schedule would not have allowed for that. I am grateful for the existence of online learning and the technology age we live in, which makes this possible,” Ms. Rogers added.
*Online Education Affords Working Mom Opportunity to Earn a Degree*
Many years had passed since Cynthia Caruso (photo above) attended school. Between two jobs and raising her son, earning a degree did not seem attainable, even though she had attained 13 years of clinical experience as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician, Certified Hemodialysis Technician, Certified EKG Technician and Transplant Team Coordinator. When she realized her son would soon be out of the house, she figured the time had come to pursue her dreams.
“I immediately thought of Berkeley College and checked to see if they had online classes,” said Ms. Caruso. She felt hesitant starting school at her age, but despite her doubts and with her sister’s encouragement, she enrolled.
Today, the full-time mother, employee and student looks to graduate in 2019 with a Bachelor’s degree in Health Services Management. At first, Ms. Caruso enrolled in the online program out of convenience. “I knew I had to work at my own pace,” she said.
After becoming accustomed to the program, Ms. Caruso felt inspired and added to her goals. She loved the flexibility, and decided she wanted more out of her college experience. “I have the diligence to log on every day, work on assignments, and even mentor other students,” Ms. Caruso said. “Berkeley College Online made it possible to connect without being on campus.”
As part of the Charity Miles Club, where students track physical activity to earn money for charity, Ms. Caruso has been able to help a number of different organizations. Her efforts have helped Feeding America, Project RED, and the Wounded Warriors Project. “With limited time, I have been able to give back thanks to Charity Miles. I log in my times and miles when I go to the gym or even clean my house, and just like that, donations are being made,” she said.
The support Ms. Caruso received has inspired her to help others who might have felt the way she did starting school again. She is now a mentor and has worked on the Student Advisory Board. “I get excited every day to log on and check in with my mentees,” she said. “I am proud to be a student at Berkeley College, and I am grateful I get to share my experience with fellow students.”
After she graduates, Ms. Caruso looks forward to making a difference on the business side of healthcare.
*Innovation and Technology Inspires Learning and Engagement*
Berkeley College continues to make strides in delivering quality engagement, services and support to students. In 2018, the virtual orientation program introduced students to available resources before the semester began. The virtual orientation program is interactive. The information the student shares through the orientation program gets disseminated to the various staff members to inform the student’s support network so they know how best to help them through the student’s online educational experience.
Berkeley College Online students have access to the same support services as students who attend on site, including Academic Advisement, the Library, Career Services, and the Center for Academic Success. Online campus life experiences include online clubs, social media engagement, wellness and personal development programs, and workshops focusing on student success. Click here to learn more about Berkeley College Online.
In addition to being ranked in the Best Online Bachelor’s Degree Program category, the College has also made the U.S. News & World Report lists for Best Online Programs for Veterans since 2014. Click here to learn more about the Office of Military and Veterans Affairs at Berkeley College.
According to the Babson Survey Research Group’s “Online and Distance Education Higher Education Reports,” more than one in three learners take at least one online course, and one in seven take all of their college courses at a distance. Now, students seeking an online education to pursue their educational goals and careers have a credible, in-depth resource to help them choose a program. Berkeley College was among four organizations with extensive experience in distance learning that worked together to establish the tool, accessible through the link https://www.nc-sara.org/studentquestions on the website of the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements. The other organizations that contributed to this collaboration included the Online Learning Consortium, Quality Matters, and WCET, the WICHE Cooperative for Educational Technologies. The tool allows the user to examine questions that address essential topics in informing one’s decision about choosing a college-level distance-learning program.
*About Berkeley College
*A leader in providing career-focused education since 1931, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls more than 7,000 students – including more than 350 international students – in its Master’s, Bachelor’s, and Associate’s degree and Certificate programs. Students can study in more than 20 career fields. Berkeley College is comprised of the Larry L. Luing School of Business®, the School of Professional Studies, the School of Health Studies and the School of Liberal Arts. The School of Graduate Studies offers an MBA in Management online and in Woodland Park, NJ.
Berkeley College has three New York campuses – Midtown Manhattan, Brooklyn and White Plains. In New Jersey there are four campuses – Newark, Paramus, Woodbridge and Woodland Park. Berkeley College Online® serves a global population. For six consecutive years, U.S. News & World Report has named Berkeley College among the Best Colleges for Online Bachelor’s Programs and among the Best Online Bachelor’s Programs for Veterans. The website address is www.BerkeleyCollege.edu.* *
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To view this press release in the News Room, visit: https://newsroom.berkeleycollege.edu/news/berkeley-college-jumps-to-102-in-u-s-news-world-report-rankings-of-best-colleges-in-the-nation-for-online-bachelor-degree-programs
To view the images as high-resolution photos go to:
Vanessa Wilson: https://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Vanessa_Wilson.jpg
Jamie Rogers: https://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Jamie_Rogers_CR.jpg
Cynthia Caruao: https://berkeleycollege.edu/press_release_images/Cynthia_Caruso_CR.jpg
*Attachment*
· Best Online Programs-Bachelors-2019
CONTACT: Ilene Greenfield
Berkeley College
973-278-5400 Ext. 1-5122
igl@berkeleycollege.edu Reported by GlobeNewswire 22 hours ago.
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Alphabet's Loon forms advisory board to score internet balloon deals
Alphabet's Loon knows it needs to land carrier deals if it's going to turn internet balloons into a viable business, and that means tapping industry veterans who know how to make those deals. To that end, it just formed an advisory board that will h...
Reported by engadget 21 hours ago.
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Morrison & Foerster Strengthens Executive Compensation Capabilities with Addition of Two New Partners
Ann Becchina and Ron Aizen join Morrison & Foerster in New York, bringing significant experience to the firm’s Compensation Group
NEW YORK (PRWEB) January 15, 2019
Morrison & Foerster, a leading global law firm, is pleased to announce that Ann Becchina and Ron Aizen have joined the firm’s New York office as partners in the Executive Compensation + ERISA Group. Ms. Becchina and Mr. Aizen further expand Morrison & Foerster’s executive compensation offerings and bring extensive experience in this area to its Private Funds Group, Mergers + Acquisitions Group and Business Restructuring + Insolvency Group. They both come to Morrison & Foerster from Davis Polk.
“Executive compensation is a critical component to a company’s business model. We are therefore delighted to have the opportunity to strengthen our group with two of the finest legal practitioners in the space,” said Anthony J. Carbone, co-chair of Morrison & Foerster’s Tax Department. “Ann and Ron, with diverse skill sets, bring a thorough understanding of the intricate issues unique to compensatory and benefit arrangements. Their counsel will be invaluable to many of our clients involved in fund formations, M&A deals, and restructuring.”
Brett Miller, managing partner of Morrison & Foerster’s New York office and a partner in its Business Restructuring + Insolvency Group, added: “Ann and Ron are the latest talented partners to join our team in New York and are an important addition to both our office and the firm. I look forward to working with them on critical matters for our clients.”
With more than 20 years of experience, Ms. Becchina provides sophisticated guidance to clients with complex compensation needs. Focusing her practice on federal tax and securities law aspects of executive compensation arrangements, Ms. Becchina regularly advises issuers, financial institutions, private funds and investment managers on a range of SEC-related issues, including reporting of beneficial ownership under Sections 13 and 16 under the Securities and Exchange Act. She also advises on the fiduciary and prohibited transaction provisions of ERISA in connection with investment products and services. She has particularly deep experience structuring and providing advice regarding complex compensatory structured products, carry and notional plans, and other equity-related programs for investment professional participation. Additionally, Ms. Becchina advises global, multinational clients on their cross-border executive compensation arrangements.
“What attracted me most to Morrison & Foerster is its prominent global client base, particularly in the tech industry, and its reputation for outstanding and creative client service,” said Ms. Becchina. “MoFo represents some of the most innovative companies in the world, and I look forward to having the opportunity to advise them on their compensation needs.”
With approximately 15 years of experience, Mr. Aizen regularly advises clients involved in mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructurings and bankruptcies, and equity capital markets matters, such as initial public offerings. He often counsels clients on compensatory and benefit arrangements in connection with a particular corporate transaction, handling the negotiating and drafting of relevant plans and agreements. Mr. Aizen also advises on tax and securities law considerations relating to compensatory arrangements, and helps public companies navigate compensation-related disclosure and corporate governance issues.
“I am delighted to join a growing practice at a firm of Morrison & Foerster’s global stature,” said Mr. Aizen. “The current strategic expansion of the firm’s tax offerings, which includes executive compensation, makes this a particularly exciting time to come to MoFo. I am also very impressed with the firm’s energizing culture.”
Ms. Becchina received her J.D. from Columbia Law School, where she was a Harlan Fiske Stone scholar and served as senior editor of the Columbia Law Review. Mr. Aizen received his J.D. from Duke University School of Law, where he graduated with high honors and served as notes editor of the Duke Law Journal.
Ms. Becchina and Mr. Aizen join a growing list of partners who have recently joined Morrison & Foerster in New York. Within the last year, the firm has also added capital markets partner John Owen, federal tax partners Jay Blaivas and Anthony Carbone, and securities litigation partner Michael Birnbaum.
ABOUT MOFO
We are Morrison & Foerster — a global firm of exceptional credentials. Our clients include some of the largest financial institutions, investment banks, Fortune 100, and technology and life sciences companies. The Financial Times has named the firm to its lists of most innovative law firms in Northern America and Asia every year that it has published its Innovative Lawyers Reports in those regions. In the past few years, Chambers USA has honored MoFo’s Privacy and Data Security, Bankruptcy, and IP teams with Firm of the Year awards, the Corporate/M&A team with a client service award, and the firm as a whole as Global USA Firm of the Year. Our lawyers are committed to achieving innovative and business-minded results for our clients, while preserving the differences that make us stronger. The firm also has a long history of commitment to the community through providing pro bono legal services, including litigating for civil rights and civil liberties, improving public education for poor children, advocating for veterans, promoting international human rights, winning asylum for the persecuted, and safeguarding the environment. Reported by PRWeb 21 hours ago.
NEW YORK (PRWEB) January 15, 2019
Morrison & Foerster, a leading global law firm, is pleased to announce that Ann Becchina and Ron Aizen have joined the firm’s New York office as partners in the Executive Compensation + ERISA Group. Ms. Becchina and Mr. Aizen further expand Morrison & Foerster’s executive compensation offerings and bring extensive experience in this area to its Private Funds Group, Mergers + Acquisitions Group and Business Restructuring + Insolvency Group. They both come to Morrison & Foerster from Davis Polk.
“Executive compensation is a critical component to a company’s business model. We are therefore delighted to have the opportunity to strengthen our group with two of the finest legal practitioners in the space,” said Anthony J. Carbone, co-chair of Morrison & Foerster’s Tax Department. “Ann and Ron, with diverse skill sets, bring a thorough understanding of the intricate issues unique to compensatory and benefit arrangements. Their counsel will be invaluable to many of our clients involved in fund formations, M&A deals, and restructuring.”
Brett Miller, managing partner of Morrison & Foerster’s New York office and a partner in its Business Restructuring + Insolvency Group, added: “Ann and Ron are the latest talented partners to join our team in New York and are an important addition to both our office and the firm. I look forward to working with them on critical matters for our clients.”
With more than 20 years of experience, Ms. Becchina provides sophisticated guidance to clients with complex compensation needs. Focusing her practice on federal tax and securities law aspects of executive compensation arrangements, Ms. Becchina regularly advises issuers, financial institutions, private funds and investment managers on a range of SEC-related issues, including reporting of beneficial ownership under Sections 13 and 16 under the Securities and Exchange Act. She also advises on the fiduciary and prohibited transaction provisions of ERISA in connection with investment products and services. She has particularly deep experience structuring and providing advice regarding complex compensatory structured products, carry and notional plans, and other equity-related programs for investment professional participation. Additionally, Ms. Becchina advises global, multinational clients on their cross-border executive compensation arrangements.
“What attracted me most to Morrison & Foerster is its prominent global client base, particularly in the tech industry, and its reputation for outstanding and creative client service,” said Ms. Becchina. “MoFo represents some of the most innovative companies in the world, and I look forward to having the opportunity to advise them on their compensation needs.”
With approximately 15 years of experience, Mr. Aizen regularly advises clients involved in mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructurings and bankruptcies, and equity capital markets matters, such as initial public offerings. He often counsels clients on compensatory and benefit arrangements in connection with a particular corporate transaction, handling the negotiating and drafting of relevant plans and agreements. Mr. Aizen also advises on tax and securities law considerations relating to compensatory arrangements, and helps public companies navigate compensation-related disclosure and corporate governance issues.
“I am delighted to join a growing practice at a firm of Morrison & Foerster’s global stature,” said Mr. Aizen. “The current strategic expansion of the firm’s tax offerings, which includes executive compensation, makes this a particularly exciting time to come to MoFo. I am also very impressed with the firm’s energizing culture.”
Ms. Becchina received her J.D. from Columbia Law School, where she was a Harlan Fiske Stone scholar and served as senior editor of the Columbia Law Review. Mr. Aizen received his J.D. from Duke University School of Law, where he graduated with high honors and served as notes editor of the Duke Law Journal.
Ms. Becchina and Mr. Aizen join a growing list of partners who have recently joined Morrison & Foerster in New York. Within the last year, the firm has also added capital markets partner John Owen, federal tax partners Jay Blaivas and Anthony Carbone, and securities litigation partner Michael Birnbaum.
ABOUT MOFO
We are Morrison & Foerster — a global firm of exceptional credentials. Our clients include some of the largest financial institutions, investment banks, Fortune 100, and technology and life sciences companies. The Financial Times has named the firm to its lists of most innovative law firms in Northern America and Asia every year that it has published its Innovative Lawyers Reports in those regions. In the past few years, Chambers USA has honored MoFo’s Privacy and Data Security, Bankruptcy, and IP teams with Firm of the Year awards, the Corporate/M&A team with a client service award, and the firm as a whole as Global USA Firm of the Year. Our lawyers are committed to achieving innovative and business-minded results for our clients, while preserving the differences that make us stronger. The firm also has a long history of commitment to the community through providing pro bono legal services, including litigating for civil rights and civil liberties, improving public education for poor children, advocating for veterans, promoting international human rights, winning asylum for the persecuted, and safeguarding the environment. Reported by PRWeb 21 hours ago.
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College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving ranked #1 Franchise Opportunity in Its Category in Entrepreneur Magazine's 40th Annual Franchise 500
Moving and Junk Removal Franchisor Recognized for Its Strong Marketing, Growth, and Franchisee Support
TAMPA, Fla., Jan. 15, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- College Hunks Hauling Junk and Moving the leading junk removal and moving franchise, has been ranked the #1 franchise opportunity in its category in Entrepreneur magazine's Franchise 500® for the first time, above other recognizable national brands such as Two Men and a Truck franchise and 1-800-Got-Junk franchise. Recognized as an invaluable resource for potential franchisees, the Franchise 500® ranks College H.U.N.K.S. as #146 — the only moving and junk removal franchise to crack the top 250.Entrepreneur Magazine ranks companies based on 150 data points including startup costs, systemwide growth, franchisee support, brand strength, and financial growth and stability. College Hunks, which surpassed $100 Million in annual sales in 2018, excels across the board.
· Startup costs range from $89,300 to $208,200 and candidates with as little as $50,000 in liquid assets may qualify to start the business.
· The system grew from 66 franchisees at the end of 2016 to 104 at the end of 2018.
· Average franchisee revenue climbed 113% from 2013 to 2017. Average franchisee revenue in 2017 was over $945,000. (The 2018 financial results will be published this spring in the company’s annual Franchise Disclosure Document).
· Support includes a national call center center that actively books jobs for franchisees. The company’s 100+ member corporate support team also assists franchisees with marketing strategies, financing solutions, goal setting, business coaching, and more. College Hunks was recently named one of the best brands in America for veterans based on franchisee satisfaction, and is consistently a best places to work award recipient.
· College Hunks Hauling Junk and Moving has won numerous awards for its marketing strategies, which have earned the brand repeated national and local television exposure.
“We’re excited and humbled to be recognized as the top franchise in our category for the first time, as we are still just getting started,” President and co-founder Nick Friedman said. “We are always working to improve the brand and make a bigger difference for our clients, franchise owners, and team members.”
The business differentiates itself by being a purpose-driven, values-based, socially-conscious, tech-enabled enterprise that ensures its franchise owners are successfully able to scale their businesses while leading teams of “H.U.N.K.S.” who deliver trust, care, and a stress-free experience for clients.
*About College H.U.N.K.S. Hauling Junk and Moving*
College H.UN.K.S. is the fastest-growing junk hauling and moving franchise in America, with more than 100 franchisees and 250 territories nationwide. “H.U.N.K.S.,” which stands for “Honest, Uniformed, Nice, Knowledgeable, Service” is supported by an innovative franchise model that enables franchise owners to be executives in their businesses, market the business and provide leadership for their teams, while providing a great service to their community. To learn more about franchise opportunities, visit www.collegehunksfranchise.com.
Contact: Dana Hansen | 866-766-0540 | dana.hansen@chhj.com.
www.collegehunksfranchise.com Reported by GlobeNewswire 21 hours ago.
TAMPA, Fla., Jan. 15, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- College Hunks Hauling Junk and Moving the leading junk removal and moving franchise, has been ranked the #1 franchise opportunity in its category in Entrepreneur magazine's Franchise 500® for the first time, above other recognizable national brands such as Two Men and a Truck franchise and 1-800-Got-Junk franchise. Recognized as an invaluable resource for potential franchisees, the Franchise 500® ranks College H.U.N.K.S. as #146 — the only moving and junk removal franchise to crack the top 250.Entrepreneur Magazine ranks companies based on 150 data points including startup costs, systemwide growth, franchisee support, brand strength, and financial growth and stability. College Hunks, which surpassed $100 Million in annual sales in 2018, excels across the board.
· Startup costs range from $89,300 to $208,200 and candidates with as little as $50,000 in liquid assets may qualify to start the business.
· The system grew from 66 franchisees at the end of 2016 to 104 at the end of 2018.
· Average franchisee revenue climbed 113% from 2013 to 2017. Average franchisee revenue in 2017 was over $945,000. (The 2018 financial results will be published this spring in the company’s annual Franchise Disclosure Document).
· Support includes a national call center center that actively books jobs for franchisees. The company’s 100+ member corporate support team also assists franchisees with marketing strategies, financing solutions, goal setting, business coaching, and more. College Hunks was recently named one of the best brands in America for veterans based on franchisee satisfaction, and is consistently a best places to work award recipient.
· College Hunks Hauling Junk and Moving has won numerous awards for its marketing strategies, which have earned the brand repeated national and local television exposure.
“We’re excited and humbled to be recognized as the top franchise in our category for the first time, as we are still just getting started,” President and co-founder Nick Friedman said. “We are always working to improve the brand and make a bigger difference for our clients, franchise owners, and team members.”
The business differentiates itself by being a purpose-driven, values-based, socially-conscious, tech-enabled enterprise that ensures its franchise owners are successfully able to scale their businesses while leading teams of “H.U.N.K.S.” who deliver trust, care, and a stress-free experience for clients.
*About College H.U.N.K.S. Hauling Junk and Moving*
College H.UN.K.S. is the fastest-growing junk hauling and moving franchise in America, with more than 100 franchisees and 250 territories nationwide. “H.U.N.K.S.,” which stands for “Honest, Uniformed, Nice, Knowledgeable, Service” is supported by an innovative franchise model that enables franchise owners to be executives in their businesses, market the business and provide leadership for their teams, while providing a great service to their community. To learn more about franchise opportunities, visit www.collegehunksfranchise.com.
Contact: Dana Hansen | 866-766-0540 | dana.hansen@chhj.com.
www.collegehunksfranchise.com Reported by GlobeNewswire 21 hours ago.
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TBJ reveals winners of inaugural Veterans of Influence Awards
On Tuesday, Triangle Business Journal unveiled the winners of its inaugural Veterans of Influence Awards.
Reported by bizjournals 18 hours ago.
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Foundation for Financial Planning Announces 2019 Grant Recipients
Washington, D.C., Jan. 15, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Foundation for Financial Planning (FFP) has announced that it will reward grants to 17 nonprofit organizations, each working to deliver pro bono financial planning to populations who could not otherwise afford or access such services. Benefiting clients include military veterans, active service members and their spouses, lower income seniors and family caregivers, domestic violence survivors, families affected by cancer, and more.
In 2019, grant funds from the Foundation for Financial Planning will support the following organizations:
· Atrium Health’s Levine Cancer Institute in Charlotte, NC
· Austin Habitat for Humanity in Austin, TX
· Britepaths (formerly Our Daily Bread, Inc.) in Fairfax, VA
· CASH Campaign of Maryland in Baltimore, MD
· Compass Working Capital in Boston, MA
· Consumer Education and Training Services (CENTS) in Seattle, WA
· EnAct, Inc. in Charleston, WV
· Family Reach in Boston, MA
· Financial Independence Training, Inc. (FIT) in La Mesa, CA
· Financial Planning Association® (FPA®) in Denver, CO and selected FPA® Chapters
· GreenPath Financial Wellness in Farmington Hills, MI
· Kentucky Coalition Against Domestic Violence in Frankfort, KY
· NCEF-NAPFA Consumer Education Foundation in Chicago, IL
· San Diego Financial Literacy Center in San Diego, CA
· United Policyholders in San Francisco, CA
· VeteransPlus in Clearwater, FL
· Women’s Educational Center, Inc in Cambridge, MA
FFP will support seven first-time grantees in 2019, including United Policyholders (UP), which was founded in 1991 after an urban area wildfire destroyed 3,000 homes in Northern California. As residents found themselves struggling with serious and unexpected gaps in their insurance coverage and an often-adversarial claims process, UP was formed to help level the playing field between insurers and policyholders. Now, through support from the Foundation, UP is expanding on this mission, teaming up with FPA® to develop tools and resources to bring one-on-one financial planning assistance to individuals impacted by natural disasters.
“Twenty-six years serving disaster survivors has shown us how much they need expert financial guidance specific to their individual situation just as much as they need the insurance claim guidance and emotional support UP has been providing,” said Amy Bach, UP’s Executive Director. “We’re excited that this partnership will help deliver one-on-one financial planning to individuals and families in desperate need of services."
“Many of our clients are lower-income so never thought financial planning services were for them,” said Robin McKinney, Co-Founder & CEO of the CASH Campaign of Maryland, which promotes economic advancement for low-to-moderate income individuals and families in Baltimore and across Maryland. “Through our financial coaching program, they are being connected to valuable, high-quality financial planning that helps them get to the next level of their financial future.” The Financial Coaching Expansion Project, supported by FFP, will add another layer to this program by recruiting CFP® professionals to volunteer their services to clients facing more complex financial challenges.
Andrea Miller, Program Director at the Kentucky Coalition Against Domestic Violence (KCADV), echoes the value of pro bono financial planning as a way for her clients, domestic violence survivors, to meet with “trusted, financial experts who answer their individual needs.” She said, “This financial planning program provides hope to participants and helps them figure out a path to a stable, financial future.”
Funding for these organizations is part of more than $500,000 in grants that FFP will issue in 2019, an important step in the Foundation’s efforts to dramatically expand access to and impact of pro bono financial planning programs for at-risk individuals and family. “We are searching for innovative, scalable programs that can help FFP carry out our vision of a future in which all individuals and families can access quality financial advice,” noted Jon Dauphiné, Chief Executive Officer of FFP. “We seek to expand a tradition of pro bono service across the financial planning profession, and our grantmaking is one step towards this goal.”
Dauphiné added that three of the 2019 grant recipients are part of FFP’s Pro Bono for Cancer effort, which connects cancer patients and their families to volunteer financial planners. “In partnership with multi-year grantees Family Reach and CENTS, we are engaging 20 hospitals nationwide,” he said, “and in 2019, we plan to increase the number of referring hospitals to over 30. By the end of the year, we expect to serve over 500 families across the United States, ensuring that more people are empowered, educated, and better equipped to manage the complex and often overwhelming financial challenges that come with a serious cancer diagnosis.”
In addition to Family Reach and CENTS, a new grantee – Atrium Health’s Levine Cancer Institute – will contribute to these efforts. “We expect that by decreasing the financial stress and difficulties these greatly at-risk patients are experiencing, we will see not only an improvement in their quality of life but also an increase in their survival,” said Dr. Greg Knight, oncologist at Levine Cancer Institute and Director of the Financial Toxicity in Hematologic Malignancies program.
Today the Foundation has also opened applications for 2020 grants, which will support worthy programs delivering pro bono financial planning to populations who could not otherwise afford or access financial planning services. Eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations are invited to apply by visiting foundationforfinancialplanning.org/our-work/grants.
The application process will close April 30, 2019.
*About the Foundation for Financial Planning
*The Foundation for Financial Planning, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, is the nation’s only nonprofit solely devoted to supporting the delivery of pro bono financial planning to vulnerable people, including wounded veterans, domestic violence survivors, people with serious medical diagnoses, and many others. Dedicated to *Powering Pro Bono Financial Planning*, the Foundation has provided more than $7 million in grants to community-based nonprofits to support local programs; worked with partners to activate more than 18,500 volunteer financial planners to serve their communities; and acted as a leader and catalyst to embed a rich tradition of and commitment to pro bono across the financial planning profession. Visit FoundationForFinancialPlanning.org to learn more.
CONTACT: Rachel Roth
Foundation for Financial Planning
2028645184
rroth@foundationforfinancialplanning.org Reported by GlobeNewswire 18 hours ago.
In 2019, grant funds from the Foundation for Financial Planning will support the following organizations:
· Atrium Health’s Levine Cancer Institute in Charlotte, NC
· Austin Habitat for Humanity in Austin, TX
· Britepaths (formerly Our Daily Bread, Inc.) in Fairfax, VA
· CASH Campaign of Maryland in Baltimore, MD
· Compass Working Capital in Boston, MA
· Consumer Education and Training Services (CENTS) in Seattle, WA
· EnAct, Inc. in Charleston, WV
· Family Reach in Boston, MA
· Financial Independence Training, Inc. (FIT) in La Mesa, CA
· Financial Planning Association® (FPA®) in Denver, CO and selected FPA® Chapters
· GreenPath Financial Wellness in Farmington Hills, MI
· Kentucky Coalition Against Domestic Violence in Frankfort, KY
· NCEF-NAPFA Consumer Education Foundation in Chicago, IL
· San Diego Financial Literacy Center in San Diego, CA
· United Policyholders in San Francisco, CA
· VeteransPlus in Clearwater, FL
· Women’s Educational Center, Inc in Cambridge, MA
FFP will support seven first-time grantees in 2019, including United Policyholders (UP), which was founded in 1991 after an urban area wildfire destroyed 3,000 homes in Northern California. As residents found themselves struggling with serious and unexpected gaps in their insurance coverage and an often-adversarial claims process, UP was formed to help level the playing field between insurers and policyholders. Now, through support from the Foundation, UP is expanding on this mission, teaming up with FPA® to develop tools and resources to bring one-on-one financial planning assistance to individuals impacted by natural disasters.
“Twenty-six years serving disaster survivors has shown us how much they need expert financial guidance specific to their individual situation just as much as they need the insurance claim guidance and emotional support UP has been providing,” said Amy Bach, UP’s Executive Director. “We’re excited that this partnership will help deliver one-on-one financial planning to individuals and families in desperate need of services."
“Many of our clients are lower-income so never thought financial planning services were for them,” said Robin McKinney, Co-Founder & CEO of the CASH Campaign of Maryland, which promotes economic advancement for low-to-moderate income individuals and families in Baltimore and across Maryland. “Through our financial coaching program, they are being connected to valuable, high-quality financial planning that helps them get to the next level of their financial future.” The Financial Coaching Expansion Project, supported by FFP, will add another layer to this program by recruiting CFP® professionals to volunteer their services to clients facing more complex financial challenges.
Andrea Miller, Program Director at the Kentucky Coalition Against Domestic Violence (KCADV), echoes the value of pro bono financial planning as a way for her clients, domestic violence survivors, to meet with “trusted, financial experts who answer their individual needs.” She said, “This financial planning program provides hope to participants and helps them figure out a path to a stable, financial future.”
Funding for these organizations is part of more than $500,000 in grants that FFP will issue in 2019, an important step in the Foundation’s efforts to dramatically expand access to and impact of pro bono financial planning programs for at-risk individuals and family. “We are searching for innovative, scalable programs that can help FFP carry out our vision of a future in which all individuals and families can access quality financial advice,” noted Jon Dauphiné, Chief Executive Officer of FFP. “We seek to expand a tradition of pro bono service across the financial planning profession, and our grantmaking is one step towards this goal.”
Dauphiné added that three of the 2019 grant recipients are part of FFP’s Pro Bono for Cancer effort, which connects cancer patients and their families to volunteer financial planners. “In partnership with multi-year grantees Family Reach and CENTS, we are engaging 20 hospitals nationwide,” he said, “and in 2019, we plan to increase the number of referring hospitals to over 30. By the end of the year, we expect to serve over 500 families across the United States, ensuring that more people are empowered, educated, and better equipped to manage the complex and often overwhelming financial challenges that come with a serious cancer diagnosis.”
In addition to Family Reach and CENTS, a new grantee – Atrium Health’s Levine Cancer Institute – will contribute to these efforts. “We expect that by decreasing the financial stress and difficulties these greatly at-risk patients are experiencing, we will see not only an improvement in their quality of life but also an increase in their survival,” said Dr. Greg Knight, oncologist at Levine Cancer Institute and Director of the Financial Toxicity in Hematologic Malignancies program.
Today the Foundation has also opened applications for 2020 grants, which will support worthy programs delivering pro bono financial planning to populations who could not otherwise afford or access financial planning services. Eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations are invited to apply by visiting foundationforfinancialplanning.org/our-work/grants.
The application process will close April 30, 2019.
*About the Foundation for Financial Planning
*The Foundation for Financial Planning, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, is the nation’s only nonprofit solely devoted to supporting the delivery of pro bono financial planning to vulnerable people, including wounded veterans, domestic violence survivors, people with serious medical diagnoses, and many others. Dedicated to *Powering Pro Bono Financial Planning*, the Foundation has provided more than $7 million in grants to community-based nonprofits to support local programs; worked with partners to activate more than 18,500 volunteer financial planners to serve their communities; and acted as a leader and catalyst to embed a rich tradition of and commitment to pro bono across the financial planning profession. Visit FoundationForFinancialPlanning.org to learn more.
CONTACT: Rachel Roth
Foundation for Financial Planning
2028645184
rroth@foundationforfinancialplanning.org Reported by GlobeNewswire 18 hours ago.
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NeuVector Grows Customer Base by 270%; Extends Reach Globally
Company continues leadership in Container Network Security and sees dramatic increase in number of container hosts protected
SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 15, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NeuVector, the leader in container network security, today announced significant growth in 2018, including a 270 percent increase in its customer base year-over-year. The increases were seen across all regions, and were positively impacted by a September 2018 partnership with Alibaba Cloud, announced here. With this increase in customer base, the company saw a dramatic increase in the number of container hosts protected – a nearly 700 percent increase in just six months. During the year, NeuVector continued to innovate in core IP related to container network security and filed three additional patent applications.*Growth in Containers Moving to Production*
NeuVector’s growth continues to track the overall trajectory of the container market. In 2018, containers widely moved from development environments into mainstream, enterprise cloud deployments. As containers are deployed, network security and scalability become critical considerations – both areas where NeuVector excels over competitive solutions.
“NeuVector is the only solution capable of deep packet interrogation and enforcement, which is critical to container network security. In production deployments, containers must be protected from attacks across all network vectors and this protection must scale accordingly,” said Fei Huang, CEO and co-founder of NeuVector. “Our dramatic increase in hosts protected over the past six months is a reflection of NeuVector’s scalability and ability to protect containers at the network level. As we move into 2019, we are seeing demand accelerate across all of our regions: North America, EMEA and Asia.
*Technology Expertise from Gartner*
In August of 2018, Gartner published research recommending, “Use secrets management and software component analysis as primary container protection strategies. Add Layer 7 network segmentation for operational containers that require defense in depth.” (Gartner Report: Container Security – From Image Analysis to Network Segmentation, Options Are Maturing 28 August 2018.)
“NeuVector addresses the four basic requirements for container network security,” said Huang. “These are comprehensive Layer 7 protocol coverage, live network visualization, automated packet capture, and traffic reporting.”
*Customer Perspective: Strongest Player in Kubernetes Security*
“NeuVector is the strongest player in the nascent Kubernetes security market, giving us the ability to both monitor and visualize the network traffic we’re generating, plus a complete static analysis offering for our container base layers,” said Sean McCormick, vice president of engineering, Element Analytics. “By using NeuVector’s end-to-end container security solution, I’m confident we’re detecting attacks from both malicious containers containing injected vulnerabilities – which are becoming all too common these days – and from more traditional intrusion vectors.”
*About NeuVector*
NeuVector, the leader in Container Network Security, protects Kubernetes in production. NeuVector delivers highly integrated, automated security and is the only next generation container firewall with packet-level interrogation and enforcement. NeuVector customers include global leaders in financial services, healthcare, transportation, publishing and other industries. NeuVector partners with Alibaba, AWS, Docker, Google Cloud, IBM, Microsoft Azure, Rancher, Red Hat, and others. Founded by industry veterans from Fortinet, VMware, and Trend Micro, NeuVector has developed patent-pending behavioral learning for container security. For more information, please go to www.neuvector.com.
*Press Contact*
Kyle Peterson
kyle@clementpeterson.com Reported by GlobeNewswire 17 hours ago.
SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 15, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NeuVector, the leader in container network security, today announced significant growth in 2018, including a 270 percent increase in its customer base year-over-year. The increases were seen across all regions, and were positively impacted by a September 2018 partnership with Alibaba Cloud, announced here. With this increase in customer base, the company saw a dramatic increase in the number of container hosts protected – a nearly 700 percent increase in just six months. During the year, NeuVector continued to innovate in core IP related to container network security and filed three additional patent applications.*Growth in Containers Moving to Production*
NeuVector’s growth continues to track the overall trajectory of the container market. In 2018, containers widely moved from development environments into mainstream, enterprise cloud deployments. As containers are deployed, network security and scalability become critical considerations – both areas where NeuVector excels over competitive solutions.
“NeuVector is the only solution capable of deep packet interrogation and enforcement, which is critical to container network security. In production deployments, containers must be protected from attacks across all network vectors and this protection must scale accordingly,” said Fei Huang, CEO and co-founder of NeuVector. “Our dramatic increase in hosts protected over the past six months is a reflection of NeuVector’s scalability and ability to protect containers at the network level. As we move into 2019, we are seeing demand accelerate across all of our regions: North America, EMEA and Asia.
*Technology Expertise from Gartner*
In August of 2018, Gartner published research recommending, “Use secrets management and software component analysis as primary container protection strategies. Add Layer 7 network segmentation for operational containers that require defense in depth.” (Gartner Report: Container Security – From Image Analysis to Network Segmentation, Options Are Maturing 28 August 2018.)
“NeuVector addresses the four basic requirements for container network security,” said Huang. “These are comprehensive Layer 7 protocol coverage, live network visualization, automated packet capture, and traffic reporting.”
*Customer Perspective: Strongest Player in Kubernetes Security*
“NeuVector is the strongest player in the nascent Kubernetes security market, giving us the ability to both monitor and visualize the network traffic we’re generating, plus a complete static analysis offering for our container base layers,” said Sean McCormick, vice president of engineering, Element Analytics. “By using NeuVector’s end-to-end container security solution, I’m confident we’re detecting attacks from both malicious containers containing injected vulnerabilities – which are becoming all too common these days – and from more traditional intrusion vectors.”
*About NeuVector*
NeuVector, the leader in Container Network Security, protects Kubernetes in production. NeuVector delivers highly integrated, automated security and is the only next generation container firewall with packet-level interrogation and enforcement. NeuVector customers include global leaders in financial services, healthcare, transportation, publishing and other industries. NeuVector partners with Alibaba, AWS, Docker, Google Cloud, IBM, Microsoft Azure, Rancher, Red Hat, and others. Founded by industry veterans from Fortinet, VMware, and Trend Micro, NeuVector has developed patent-pending behavioral learning for container security. For more information, please go to www.neuvector.com.
*Press Contact*
Kyle Peterson
kyle@clementpeterson.com Reported by GlobeNewswire 17 hours ago.
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