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‘On the Run 2 Rio’ Fundraiser Held for Cape Verdean Olympic Contender Jordin Andrade

LOS ANGELES, Calif., April 14, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- U.S. born track and field champion Jordin Andrade has never been to his native country, Cape Verde, but the Olympic hopeful has their full support. On Sunday, April 17, 2016, at 4 p.m., "On the Run 2 Rio," a celebration fundraiser is being held in his honor. The event will take place at the El Dorado Park West Social Center, 2800 North Studebaker Road in Long Beach, CA. The occasion is planned to provide support for Andrade as he fulfills his dream to represent Cape Verde and bring home the gold in the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro.

A dual citizen, Andrade was born to run! Jordin's father, Joe Andrade, was a member of the 1972 California State Championship team while in high school and was the State Champion in the 300-meter low hurdles in 1973. His uncle and current manager however, Henry Andrade, was an actual 1996 Olympian in the 110 meter hurdles and a first-time Olympic representative for the country Cape Verde. Andrade's participation is the continuation of a family legacy.

"It's almost unbelievable that my young nephew is now continuing a dream I had with his participation in the 2016 Summer Olympics and that I am managing him as he does so. His stamina, drive and commitment make me beyond proud," cites Henry Andrade.

Jordin Andrade earned a track and field scholarship to Boise State University in Boise, Idaho where he began All-Big West Champion, All-American and NCAA Silver medalist in the 400-meter hurdles in 2015 in 49.26. Andrade was ranked #9 in the United States by Track and Field News and #22 in the world. Jordin has met the Olympic qualifying standard for the 400-meter hurdles and though a U.S. resident, has been granted dual citizenship by the Republic of Cape Verde and will officially represent the country in the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympic Games.

In preparation for the Olympics, Jordin will be competing at the Mt. Sac Relays to open this outdoor season on April 16, 2016 at Cerritos College and then will compete internationally in Trinidad and Tobago, Guatemala, Durbin, South Africa, Oslo Norway and London, England.

"I look forward to competing in the upcoming Olympics and representing not only the country of Cape Verde but also the large community of Cape Verdeans who live here in the United States. The country is a small but extremely beautiful land, and I am honored to bring international attention to them with my athletic efforts," adds Andrade.

Jordin will be honored in New Bedford, Mass. on July 2, 2016 and in Praia, Cape Verde on July 17, 2016, for outstanding achievement as Cape Verde celebrates its Independence Day.

For more information on "On the Run 2 Rio," go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/on-the-run-2-rio-olympic-bound-jordin-andrade-celebration-fundraiser-tickets-23821611080 and to support Jordin Andrade go to https://www.gofundme.com/ym7cvbec

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Jazzmyne Public Relations
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323-380-8819

Twitter: @Jordinandradej

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Hundreds of professionals to attend Silicon Valley/South Bay Party and San Francisco Charity Ball, co-sponsored by Professionals Guild

SANTA CLARA, Calif., April 13, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Professionals Guild announced today it is co-sponsoring two large April 2016 dance/networking parties: one in Silicon Valley; the other, a Charity Ball to cure blindness, in San Francisco.

Special advance discount tickets for the party in Silicon Valley are available at http://pguild.com/ -- registration for the San Francisco Charity Ball is also available at this website.

To get party tickets along with date, time, location info, one may either (1) visit http://pguild.com/ or (2) call 800-838-3006 and ask for Professionals Guild events.

"All profits from the San Francisco Charity Ball will go to helping cure blindness in the poor countries of the world." explained Phil Seyer, director of Professionals Guild. "More than 450 people attended last year's Charity Ball and $9,000 was raised to cure 180 people of blindness. Our goal, this year is to raise $10,000 and cure 200 people of blindness!"

Seyer added: "The Silicon Valley party will also be huge. More than 400 professional people attended last year and enjoyed networking, chatting, and DJ dancing. Full dinner or party snacks are also available for purchase."

Professional people from all walks of life attend these events cosponsored by Professionals Guild. "It's a wonderful mix of people of all ages 21 up," said Seyer.

Regarding dress, Seyer explained, "Men should take this opportunity to dress nicely. Many ladies will be dressed up and they appreciate it when men follow suit and dress well, too. Some men wear a beautiful tie along with a suit or sports coat. Some men like to be less formal and wear a dress shirt and slacks. That's fine, but casual attire is not recommended for these upscale events. Women will be in attractive slacks or a cocktail dress."

For more information, call the Professionals Guild at: 925-888-4392 or visit: http://pguild.com/. See also: https://www.facebook.com/bayareafunevents.

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2016 Alabama Book Festival display to feature the new fiction trilogy ‘The Pray-ers’ by Mark S Mirza

ATLANTA, Ga., April 11, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CTM Publishing's display at the 2016 Alabama Book Festival will feature the new fiction trilogy "The Pray-ers" by Mark S Mirza. The 11th annual Alabama Book Festival will be held at Old Alabama Town in downtown Montgomery on Saturday, April 23, 2016. The Festival is the state's premier literary event and attracts thousands of people from around the State and the Southeast.

LEARNING PRAYER THRU THE FUN OF A NOVEL: "THE PRAY-ERS":

Author / Speaker Mark S Mirza states, "I want people to enjoy a novel and at the end of the book to realize that they have learned how to pray through the example of the three historical figures in this book: Epaphras from the first century Christian Church, Brother Alexander Rich from the period of the American Civil War, and Coach Dale Riley of the current era."

Mark's desire to write "The Pray-ers" was impacted by his favorite writers including all of Joel Rosenberg's novels, Jerry Jenkins "Precinct 11" series, Tim LaHaye and Craig Parshall's "Joshua Jordan" series, Tim LaHaye's "Babylon Rising" series, and C. S. Lewis and his famous "Narnia" series. Mark also enjoys the work of Frederick Forsyth and John Lescroat. He especially liked the way John Lescroat writes completely different books with the characters from his previous books.

When asked what he is seeing on prayer in the bookstores, Mark answers: "Lots of great 'how to' books and lots of great theory. I'm not looking to compete with any of the great writers out there. I wanted to write something very unique: learning prayer through the fun of a novel. What you are not seeing in the bookstores is a book like 'The Pray-ers.'"

To learn more visit: http://www.thepray-ers.com/.

About Mark S Mirza:

Mark S Mirza is an author, speaker, and student of prayer. He led Dr. Charles Stanley's Men's Prayer Ministry at First Baptist Church Atlanta for four and a half years before entering full-time ministry. In 2010 Mark founded Common Thread Ministries to help churches that want to have a prayer ministry. Mark teaches throughout the United States as well as in Mexico, Honduras, and Kenya.

He is the author / publisher of four books of which one has been translated into three languages: "Prayer Made Alive" (English), "Oracion con Vida" (Spanish), and "Maombi Kufanywa Hai" (Swahili). Mark's other books include "Praying the Prayer Cards," the children's book "Rainbow of Promises," and the new fiction trilogy: "The Pray-ers."

Mark and his wife Naida live in Atlanta and have a horse, Coracao, boarded in North Ga. where they spend much of their spare time.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Pray-ers-1674675216122274/.

Twitter: @CTMPrayer.

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Shapiro Goldman Babboni & Walsh Attorneys Attend Florida Justice Association’s ‘Workhorse’ Seminar

ORLANDO, Fla., April 6, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Attorneys from the southwest Florida personal injury law firm Shapiro Goldman Babboni & Walsh attended the Florida Justice Association's annual "Workhorse" seminar held at the Orlando World Trade Center Marriott.

Opening with keynote speaker, two-time Olympic Gold Medalist and 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup champion Abby Wambach. The four day event featured dozens of seminars for civil and criminal trial attorneys and more than 100 speakers.

Members of Shapiro Goldman Babboni & Walsh attending the Workhorse seminar included Attorneys M. David Shapiro and Michele Stephan of the Sarasota Office, as well as attorneys Bernard F. Walsh, and Daniel Murphy from the law firm's Bradenton Office location.

The 30th Anniversary of the FJA Workhorse offered guests a wide variety of seminars for attorneys of all experience levels that focused on improving and building the skills needed to represent clients in various areas of legal practice. Prominent seminars during the 4-day event included sessions on Florida's adoption of Daubert vs Frye, representing clients who have suffered traumatic brain injury, trial preparation, proving and arguing damages and representing clients in premises liability claims.

Attorney Bernard Walsh had this comment about the event, "The FJA Workhorse seminar is one of the most important continuing legal education events held in Florida each year. 'Workhorse' is a rare opportunity to network with so many attorneys and legal professionals from around the State. Participants of the seminar help to foster a valuable exchange of ideas and experiences that contribute to strengthening the Florida legal system, and is especially valuable as attorneys must now adjust courtroom strategies around Daubert."

About Attorney Bernard F. Walsh:

A highly experienced AV rated attorney and founder of the Manasota Trial Lawyers Board, Bernard Walsh is an active member in multiple legal organizations including the Association of Plaintiff Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America (APITLA), the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, the Florida Justice Association, the National Trial Lawyers Association and the National Association of Distinguished Counsel.

Bernard Walsh is an active member of the Manatee and Sarasota Sheriff's Advisory Boards, the Florida Highway Patrol Advisory Council and the One Hundred Club for Law Enforcement in Manatee.

Partner at the Personal Injury and Civil Trial Law firm of Shapiro, Goldman, Babboni and Walsh, Bernard Walsh has helped hundreds of Floridians get fair compensation for injuries. Additionally, Bernard Walsh has won one of Florida's largest motorcycle accident recoveries and has an AV Preeminent(R) rating on Martindale-Hubbel(R), a doctors and attorneys ratings website and is a Superb rated attorney with Avvo.com.

Shapiro Goldman Babboni & Walsh
5291 Office Park Boulevard, Bradenton FL, 34203
Local: 941-752-7200

More information: http://www.GetMejustice.com/.

Twitter: @GetMeJustice

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Sarasota Injury Attorney David L. Goldman Sponsors Westcoast Center for Human Development Event

SARASOTA, Fla., March 24, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Westcoast Center for Human Development celebrated their 44th Annual Heart of Gold Awards Banquet at the Polo Grill in Lakewood Ranch, Florida. Shapiro, Goldman, Babboni & Walsh are longtime supporters of this organization and were one of the major sponsors of this event.

The banquet featured musical performances by the students of the Westcoast School, many of whom were 10 years old or younger. The gala's finale highlighted the incredible talents of the Westcoast Gospel Chorus of Florida.

The Westcoast School provides an atmosphere that cultivates creativity and challenges the minds of students from Kindergarten through 12th grade and truly touches the hearts of the children, most of whom are African-American or Latino. Representing the injury law firm was David L. Goldman, who was also the commencement speaker at the school's graduation ceremony last year, and Eva Gonzalez who is the current president of the Gulf Coast Latin Chamber of Commerce.

Attorney David Goldman had this comment about supporting The Westcoast Center for Human Development: "While the Sarasota area has grown by leaps and bounds in the past decade, not everyone has benefited from that growth. The Westcoast Center for Human Development is an excellent organization that has contributed so much to our community. By providing guidance, resources, support and encouraging creativity in young people, they are making a positive difference in our community. Shapiro Goldman Babboni and Walsh are proud to support The Westcoast Center."

About Attorney David L. Goldman:

Mr. Goldman is a member of the American Association of Justice, The Association of Trial Lawyers of America, and the Southern Trial Lawyers Association. Mr. Goldman is an Eagle Member of the Florida Justice Association and The Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers, and received the prestigious Legislative Leadership Award by that organization in 1997.

David Goldman has a long-standing commitment to the community and has served as a board member of many civic organizations. He has worked extensively with the Gulf Coast Latin Chamber of Commerce, the Sarasota African-American Chamber of Commerce, Second Chance Last Opportunity and the Westcoast Center for Human Development. He has also served on the Board of Directors of the Sarasota-Manatee Jewish Community Center and has been a director and member of the Endowment Fund of his local synagogue.

Attorney David L. Goldman
Shapiro Goldman Babboni & Walsh
308 Cocoanut Ave., Sarasota, FL, 34236

More information: http://www.getmejustice.com/.

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Twitter: @GetMeJustice

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Best Selling Author to Bring ‘Magical Musical Plants’ to Virginia Libraries and Schools

RICHMOND, Va., Feb. 22, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Bestselling author and award-wining songwriter Thornton Cline will bring his latest published children's book, "The Amazing Magical Musical Plants" (ISBN: 978-1574243253), to Central Virginia for a free multimedia book event tour of the Richmond Public Library, the Blackstone Public Library, one Richmond Public School and an autograph event for Classical FM radio station, WCPE in Raleigh, North Carolina March 8-12, 2016.

"Children discover that playing their musical instruments for their plants can make them grow in this fun, magical book," says native Virginian, Thornton Cline.

Cline will kick off his book-event tour with a guest appearance at the Richmond Public Main Library on Tuesday, March 8, 2016 at 11:30 a.m. EST and a presentation for the Literary Guild of the Friends of the Library at the Blackstone (Nottoway County) Public Library on Tuesday, March 8 at 7 p.m.

Wednesday through Friday, Cline will be touring the Richmond Public Library branches, one Richmond Public Elementary School and will be autographing his books at an event for Classical powerhouse FM radio station, WCPE in Raleigh, North Carolina.

$5 will be donated to the Libraries and Schools for every book signed and sold.

"The Amazing Magical Music Plants" is Cline's third children's book co-authored with bestselling children's author, Crystal Bowman and illustrated by award-winning illustrator, Susan Oliver. It is narrated by actress/writer, Jayla Palmer. The new children's book is published on Centerstream/Hal Leonard Publishing. Cline's first children's book, "The Amazing Incredible Shrinking Violin" (ISBN: 978-1574243130) soared up the charts to become one on the Amazon bestselling list for children's musical books.

The book is now available at major book sellers and online at Amazon: http://amzn.com/157424325X .

Thornton Cline has been honored with "Songwriter of the Year" twice in a row for his hit song, "Love is the Reason" recorded by Engelbert Humperdinck and Gloria Gaynor. He is author of four children's books, two novels and four non-fiction books. Cline has been awarded with Dove and Grammy nominations for his songs. Cline is a graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University, and University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana. He resides in Nashville with his wife and children.

For more information, please visit: http://www.thorntoncline.com/.

Twitter: @thornton_cline

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Media invitation: Feb. 23, an inspiring lecture presented by Whitten & Roy Partnership at Stanford Graduate School of Business

STANFORD, Calif., Feb. 12, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- We would like to invite you to attend: Why selling to the poor is a win-win: An inspiring lecture presented by Whitten & Roy Partnership at Stanford Graduate School of Business.

Where: Class of 1968 (building), C106 (room), Stanford Graduate School of Business, 655 Knight Way, Stanford, CA 94305, United States.

When: Tuesday, February 23, 2016, at 10 a.m.

Speakers: Scott A. Roy, (Director, Whitten & Roy Partnership).

Following last year's successful lecture Scott Roy, founder of international sales consultancy Whitten & Roy Partnership, returns to Stanford Graduate School of Business on Tuesday, February 23, 2016 to give a class presentation about the role of selling in social enterprise.

The presentation is titled "Changing behavior by selling life-changing products in the developing world."

Interested journalists are welcome to attend the 10 - 11:45 a.m. lecture. There is also the opportunity for a one-to-one interview session with Scott Roy of Whitten & Roy Partnership after the lecture.

As partner to leading global social enterprises operating in the developing world, Scott Roy will address key sales challenges from their decades of work, covering issues such as: How sales expertise can help social organizations fulfill their (often life-saving) missions; and how to help social enterprises become more successful by clarifying the respective roles of marketing and selling.

Registration:

Please register your attendance by Friday, February 19, 2016. Please email your registration confirmation and any questions to: newsdesk@wrpartnership.com

Contacts:

Katharina Winkler - PR Consultant
email: newsdesk@wrpartnership.com/ tel: +44 (0)7940 510 008.

Davide Castorina - Marketing Director
email: davide@wrpartnership.com/ tel: +33 6 64 17 27 77.

Jessica Gustafson - Operations Director
email: jessica@wrpartnership.com / tel: +1 (916) 335-1981.

Notes to Editors:

Whitten & Roy Partnership is an international sales consultancy that helps leading businesses and organizations transform their sales results. Founded in 2009 by sales experts Roy Whitten and Scott Roy as a boutique business, Whitten & Roy Partnership today comprises a network of consultants operating in 34 countries around the world.

Drawing on several decades of sales experience in both the for-profit and not-for-profit sectors, and with a background in psychology and business development, Whitten & Roy Partnership focus their operations equally on two elements: transforming the experience of selling in the commercial sector; and teaching thoughtful sales development for social enterprises in the developing world to help eradicate poverty. In 2012, Whitten & Roy Partnership opened its own WRP Training Academy.

For more information visit: http://www.wrpartnership.com/ .

Twitter: @WRPartnership

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A&I Presents Photojournalist Tish Lampert at PhotoLA 2016

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Jan. 11, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A&I, the fine art photographic printing and services company, will present the work of award-winning photojournalist Tish Lampert at its booth #816 at PhotoLA. The exhibit is part of Lampert's 15-year series on the landmark protests of our times. Ambassador Anwarul K. Chowdhury, Former Under-Secretary-General and High Representative of the UN, will dedicate the exhibition in a special event highlighting his world peace initiative.

Lampert's career ranges from covering the 1992 Los Angeles riots, the migrant worker's rights movement, to documenting life in the Navajo Nation. Her many field investigations include projects for The Fund For Peace, U.S. Veterans Artists' Alliance, The Africa Project, and U.S. Doctors Without Borders. Her work has appeared in The London Times, The Evening Standard, Time Out Magazine and UN Assoc. Newsletter. She has served as media director and photographer for Voices of African Mothers, an accredited NGO at the United Nations.

Ambassador Anwarul K. Chowdhury served from 2002 to 2007 as the Under-Secretary-General and High Representative of the United Nations. A career diplomat, Chowdhury served as Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Bangladesh to the United Nations in New York from 1996 to 2001, and spearheaded the groundbreaking UN Security Council Resolution 1325 on the role of women in peace and security.

A&I President Phillip Goldner said, "Tish Lampert's work is a powerful example of how the photographic arts can effectively serve a humanistic purpose. We're honored to have her and Ambassador Chowdhury come to PhotoLA to speak about her work and his campaign for world peace."

A&I is a proud sponsor of PhotoLA 2016 on its 25th anniversary and is located in booth #816. Other artists to be featured at the booth are Melvin Sokolsky, Jock McDonald and Pep Williams.

EVENT INFORMATION:
Who: Tish Lampert, photojournalist and Ambassador Anwarul K. Chowdhury.
What: Chowdhury and Lampert speak on the impact of photojournalism on world issues.
Where: PhotoLA, Event Space, LA Mart, 1933 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90007.
When: 3:30 - 5 p.m., Saturday, January 23, 2016.
Contact: Nicole Palmquist 818 432 0570 nicole@harmanpress.com

ABOUT A&I:
A&I is a division of The Harman Press based in North Hollywood, with a 30-year legacy of providing museum and gallery printing, and a variety of high-end photographic services, to the world's top photographers. A&I is a leading supplier of fine art print-on-demand photo books and the sole U.S. provider of BookCreator (c), free online design software for customized photo books. A&I is devoted to the traditional photographic arts while leading the way to the digital imaging future, advancing the skills and increasing the personal enrichment of all photographers.

More information: http://www.aandi.com/.

Twitter: @AandIBooks @TheHarmanPress #PhotoLA2016

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Pompano Beach’s Ali Cultural Arts Center Hosts Grammy Award-Winning Musicians Ghost-Note

POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Jan. 7, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Ali Cultural Arts Center is proud to present Ghost-Note on Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2016. The duo is comprised of drummer Robert "Sput" Searight and percussionist Nate Werth, both from the Grammy(R) Award-winning band, Snarky Puppy.

Tickets for the event are available at http://www.aliarts.org/.

If Snarky Puppy were a heart drummer Robert "Sput" Searight and percussionist Nate Werth would serve as its explosive pulse. World-renown for their artistic communication through rhythm, this dynamic duo debuts their own project, Ghost-Note, expanding their percussive voice into a night of melody through innovative grooves and captivating artistry.

"We are honored to have these outstanding musical greats play our venue," says Drew Tucker, Ali Cultural Arts Director. "Our mission is not only to bring extraordinary musicians here to entertain, but also to educate our local aspiring arts students. And we are thrilled that Robert and Nate will be engaging our youth in a master class."

Robert "Sput" Searight is one of the most influential drummers and producers in modern music. Hailing from a family of musicians in Dallas, Searight came up alongside artists like Erykah Badu, Norah Jones, and Roy Hargrove at the world-famous Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing Arts. He won a Grammy Award at age 18 with his own group, God's Property, who changed the face of Gospel music with their debut album.

Since then, he proven to be unparalleled in versatility as a drummer, keyboardist, and producer. Artists like Snoop Dogg, Erykah Badu, Celine Dion, Justin Timberlake, P Diddy, Timbaland, Myron Butler, and Kirk Franklin employ Searight's talents regularly.

As the undeniable secret weapon of Snarky Puppy, Nate Werth is both rooted in tradition and constantly innovating in the percussion world. His creative approach to sonic possibilities and rhythmic interplay has been integral to the sound of the group, and has earned the respect and support of percussion big-wigs like LP founder Martin Cohen. Performing and recording credits include Screaming Headless Torsos, David Crosby, Q-Tip, Lalah Hathaway, Susana Baca, The Lee Boys, Turkuaz, Myron Butler and Levi, Jamison Ross, and The Metropole Orchestra, and many more. Having studied Indian, African, and Latin American traditions extensively abroad, Nate brings a unique sound palette to every musical environment, his deep sense of groove, passion and eclectic style, result in a distinct musical voice that propels him across musical borders.

More information: http://www.aliarts.org/.

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Independent Write-In Presidential Candidate Promises to Deliver: Learn More in Worldwide Broadcast

SAN ANGELO, Texas, Dec. 21, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Donald Eugene Lowe says he has been preparing for this role his whole life. And, he plans to share the details of his presidential campaign and promises in a worldwide broadcast scheduled to take place on December 23 at 1:01 p.m. EST. Interested parties can also attend the event live at the Clarion Hotel at 441 Rio Concho Drive in San Angelo.

So, what sets this candidate apart from others? Well, for one, he is homeless.

"It just goes to show you what a great country we live in when someone like me has the opportunity to run for president," he says.

Lowe's experience and background are diverse. He is an active supporter of the military and says he's always "loaded and ready to go." Among his political stances, he believes in the right to bear arms, less taxes, guaranteed higher learning, a better healthcare system and less government.

He says that, like many citizens, he has a desire to play an active role in making his community, state and country a safer, and better place to raise children, to run a business and to forge a future filled with unlimited promise.

He urges those who share a similar vision to connect with him to make it happen.

"Together, we can make a meaningful difference for our families, our communities and our country," he says.

He's also seeking a vice presidential candidate.

"Who knows? It could be you," he adds.

There will be up to nine hours of live broadcast and Lowe will be taking questions from around the globe. The event area, itself, can host up to 300 people.

For more information, visit: http://www.lowe2016.com/.

The live broadcast will take place here: http://livestream.com/mrdonaldlowe.

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DISCLAIMER: This press release is paid for by the Donald Eugene Lowe presidential campaign fund.

Twitter: @mrdonaldlowe

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Preparation Beyond the Normal for Greater Bay and Sacramento Areas Miss California Ladies

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Nov. 18, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Beauty pageants are sometimes criticized for being overly competitive, cut throat and an advantage to the wealthy due to high costs of preparing for and participating in the pageant, says Stephanie Farrell of Miss Greater Bay Area, Calif. California's state pageant, owned and operated by Top 10 Productions of Southern California, works with several independent regional directors who host preliminary pageants that qualify contestants for the Miss California USA(R) and Miss California TEEN USA(R) pageants. The 2016 state pageant will be held in Long Beach, California from December 4-6, 2015.

Northern California Regional Director, Stephanie Farrell, is working to debunk what she calls a myth about pageants as she helps advance nine northern California women who are running for 2016 Miss California USA(R) and Miss California Teen USA(R). Farrell explains that young ladies join pageants because participation helps achieve their professional goals and gives them local, statewide, national and sometimes international exposure.

Farrell's aim is to help all young ladies who wish to be involved get a fair opportunity to properly prepare for this event.

"I try to make it so that all our ladies - regardless of funding - can be well prepared to compete for these coveted titles," Farrell said. "I believe that the experience is much more than winning a crown. I mentor young ladies to gain an experience of not only self-empowerment, but also to help each other. We want our ladies to understand team work and sisterhood. It is important they experience the satisfaction of not only working on their own beauty, but also of helping others to improve and be their best. This, in turn, makes them stronger and more confident women."

To that end, Farrell is holding a "Crown Diva Boot Camp" event in the Bay Area, where all contestants get an opportunity to receive professional coaching from a "Pageant Boutique & Pageant Academy" owned and operated by Crown Diva of Santa Monica, Calif. Famous for an impressive history of coaching pageant winners, Crown Diva Owner Kristen Bradford has personally trained a Miss USA, Miss California USA and several other state and local winners from various systems. "The key to doing well in any pageant system is preparation," her website reads. The Crown Diva training program is designed to help contestants take their performance to the next level and bring home the crown. Contestants will be coached interviewing and answering questions, walking in high heels, maintaining composure while on stage in a swimsuit and evening gown, tips on their best colors, makeup and hair styling, fitness and nutrition, and exuding beauty and confidence.

However, Farrell's approach goes beyond these technical aspects of pageant preparation. Farrell has recruited two local businesses to help make the pageant preparation experience much more meaningful for all her candidates.

On Saturday evening November 21, 2015, between 7 to 9 p.m., Black Bear Diner of Pleasanton will host eight northern California beauties where they will have the opportunity to meet restaurant guests, answer pageant-type interview questions asked from guests, and gain a real experience endorsing a product.

Each lady will endorse an entree from Black Bear Diner's "Fit & Focused" menu. Black Bear will be offering a 20 percent discount for all Fit & Focused meals that are ordered during the hours of 7 to 9 p.m. on this evening. This will allow each lady to practice extemporaneous presentation in front of the public, and give them experience endorsing a product. Farrell says this experience is so valuable because the winners of the Miss California USA(R) and Miss California Teen USA(R) pageants will be hired to promote all aspects of California, and their journey will include endorsing many businesses and organizations within the state.

Later that night, Pleasanton's Doubletree Hilton Hotel is graciously sponsoring rooms, where the ladies will spend the night to further bond and prepare for their pageant.

Northern California's Miss California USA(R) candidates are Jayne Geist, Miss Greater Bay Area USA(R); Domonique Jones, Miss Capital Cities USA(R); Nancy Wang, Miss Golden Gate USA(R); Ronae Wells, Miss Greater Sacramento USA(R); and Sofia Hanan, Miss Golden State USA(R).

The Miss California Teen USA(R) candidates are Alexis Aguila, Miss Greater Sacramento Teen USA(R); Brooklyn Lowrey, Miss Golden State Teen USA(R), Kimberli Bautista, Miss Capital Cities Teen USA(R); and Linnea Visbal, Miss Greater Bay Area Teen USA(R).

The producers of the Miss California USA(R) and Miss California Teen USA(R) pageants is San Diego based Top 10 Productions, Inc. The winner of MISS CALIFORNIA USA(R) will go on to compete at the national MISS USA(R) competition which is televised live on FOX. The winner of Miss California Teen USA(R) will go on to compete at Miss teen USA(R).

More information: https://www.facebook.com/MissGreaterBayAreaPageant/ and https://misscausapageant.com/.

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Stephanie Wiltz Design and Decor Reveals Exquisite Showroom in Southern Calif., Grand Launch November 28, 2015

ONTARIO, Calif., Nov. 10, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- It will be a festive time Black Friday Weekend! While shoppers shop, those seeking eloquent items for that perfect Christmas party or shimmering adornment for that New Year's Eve 2016 special toast, will partake in the grand launch of Stephanie Wiltz Design & Decor Grand Showroom Launch.

The excitement is in the air for this will be the first upscale (the go to) showroom for those with meticulous taste and refine ambiance lifestyles whom seek incomparable results for every occasion. The experience of the grand launch takes place in beautiful Ontario, Calif. located at 215 N. Laurel Ave. at 6 p.m.

But who is the design decor planner orchestrating such lavish creations is no other than Mrs. Stephanie Wiltz Design & Decor Planner.

Stephanie Wiltz is an accomplished event designer who has built a name for herself and her company, "Stephanie Wiltz Design & Decor" in the Southern California Events Industry for over 15 years. Stephanie's professionalism, knowledge and talents have been recognized on many occasions wooing all that have experienced the creativity she brings. It was only time that she now displays her creative creations in this one of a kind showroom.

Prior to devoting herself to her business full-time, Stephanie's passion for people led her to serve in the corporate Human Resources management field. Stephanie's gifts of organization, attention to detail, creative imagination, concept design and contagious enthusiasm, have earned her a reputation for unparalleled excellence as a successful event designer.

Stephanie executes your concepts flawlessly while maintaining a pleasant and calm demeanor to ensure amazing experiences for you and your guests.

Stephanie Wiltz Design & Decor Grand Showroom Launch is the perfect opportunity to not only see the showroom, but to purchase party favors. More than that, it's the perfect opportunity to meet the creator herself Stephanie Wiltz.

The Grand Showroom Launch will display various created designs, showcase exquisite, hard to find linens from all over the world that can be rented as well as contemporary furnishings. This is a hosted cocktail party with hors d'oeuvres, music/DJ, and grand tours. Dress attire is cocktail dresses; suit and ties.

Stephanie Wiltz is available for one-on-one consultations, to present creative designs for TV/news segments, as well as that perfect project in need of a unique creative designer. In addition, Stephanie Wiltz is available for interviews and writing creative idea columns.

Stay on top of the latest designs by visiting:
https://www.facebook.com/StephanieWiltzDesignandDecor/
https://twitter.com/Stephanie_Wiltz

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
6 - 8 p.m.: welcome, network, tours.
8:15 p.m.: special recognitions, address from Stephanie Wiltz Decor & Design Planner.
8:30 p.m. - close: network, tours.
(Guests will be able to schedule 1-on-1 consultations!)

To RSVP (mandatory) to the Stephanie Wiltz Design & Decor Grand Showroom Launch please email rsvp@stephanieswiltz.com

Or by phone:
LA, Hollywood and BH - (323) 450-2249
IE - (909) 693-5292
Nationwide - (866) 678-3409

To book or inquire about Stephanie Wiltz, please contact Publicist KimiRhochelle at: talent@krprmedia.com

Publicists, talents are invited, please contact KimiRhochelle of KRPR Media - talent@krprmedia.com

WHAT: Stephanie Wiltz Design & Decor Grand Showroom Launch

WHEN: Saturday, November 28, 2015 / 6 - 9 p.m. / hosted cocktail party, hors d'oeuvres, music/DJ, grand tours.

WHERE: Stephanie Wiltz Design & Decor Showroom / 215 N. Laurel Ave., Ontario, CA.

RSVP: Please RSVP via email - rsvp@stephanieswiltz.com
Or by phone For LA, Hollywood and BH - (323) 450-2249 IE - (909) 693-5292 Nationwide - (866) 678-3409.

TALENT/CELEBS/PUBLICIST: Please contact KimiRhochelle - talent@krprmedia.com

MEDIA: For Media Features, Interviews, RSVP's contact KimiRhochelle - media@krprmedia.com

About KRPR MEDIA: Founded in 2002 under the direction of Entertainment Publicist KimiRhochelle, KRPR Media has become one of the sought after entertainment branding firms. Providing full service media, advertisement promotion and branding solutions, KRPR Media has provided successful solutions for over 13 years to the political, gospel, entertainment, concert, festival, theatre industries. For more info, please visit http://www.krprmedia.com/ or connect on FB, Twitter, Instagram @krprmedia.

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JOSEPH EVE to Host CFO Roundtable for Tribal Financial Officers in Minnesota and Oklahoma

KALISPELL, Mont., Oct. 28, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- JOSEPH EVE (http://www.josepheve.com/), a firm of experienced accounting and technology professionals, will be hosting CFO Roundtables for Tribal Financial Officials in Minnesota and Oklahoma.

Roundtable discussion topics will include The Data Act, Indian Healthcare Improvement Act, 2016 federal budget proposals for BIA and HIS, new single audit compliance supplement requirements, banking updates, and legal updates. The roundtables are designated for one to two high level financial officials from each Tribe.

The Minnesota CFO Roundtable will be held November 3, 2015 at Mystic Lake Casino Hotel in Prior Lake Minnesota from 8:30 to 4:30.

The Oklahoma CFO Roundtable will be held November 6, 2015 at Best Western Saddleback Inn and Conference Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma from 8:30 to 4:30.

Registration information on the CFO Roundtables can be found on the JOSEPH EVE website: http://www.josepheve.com/knowledge-center/resources/seminars-training/.

JOSEPH EVE will also host an online presentation for Casino accounting professionals "Casino Accounting Experts Share Best Practices in Selecting Accounting Software" to help Casino CFOs and accounting leaders to better understand the ways accounting technology can benefit the organization.

The online presentation will be offered three times, November 5 and December 15, 2015, and January 7, 2016. Registration information on "Casino Accounting Experts Share Best Practices in Selecting Accounting Software" can be found on the JOSEPH EVE website: http://www.josepheve.com/casino-accounting-experts-share-best-practices-in-selecting-accounting-software/.

About JOSEPH EVE:

Founded in 1985, JOSEPH EVE is a team of experienced accounting and technology professionals. With over 60 team members, JOSEPH EVE has a passion for helping our clients succeed. In addition to assisting clients with the selection and implementation of accounting software solutions, JOSEPH EVE has developed specialty software solutions including AssetEdge, CasinoEdge, and now ContractEdge - all powered by Intacct Financial Accounting. Practice areas include external and internal audit, financial accounting software, Title 31/AML assessments, finance process optimization, internet gaming, accounting assistance, fraud investigations, and controller/CFO advisory services. JOSEPH EVE serves clients throughout the United States and has offices in Billings, Mont.; Kalispell, Mont.; Great Falls, Mont.; and Salt Lake City, Utah.

Twitter: @JE_Tech_Group

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Rally Demanding Vaccine Truth at Frank Ogawa Plaza in Solidarity with Rally at the CDC in Atlanta

OAKLAND, Calif., Oct. 19, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Council for Vaccine Safety, and A Voice for Choice, in collaboration with community leaders, announce that on October 24, 2015 at 12 noon, protesters will rally at Frank Ogawa Plaza in Oakland, Calif. in solidarity with the Truth, Transparency & Freedom Rally happening on the same day at the CDC in Atlanta, Georgia.

Protesters are standing against CDC corruption and the disturbing partnership between industry and government, which undermines the health, safety, and freedom of American citizens. In particular, the protesters are calling for the "CDC Whistleblower" Dr. William Thompson, to be subpoenaed to give evidence to congress, following the revelation by Florida Rep Bill Posey (R) that CDC scientists were allegedly instructed to destroy vaccine research which revealed a link between the MMR vaccine and autism, particularly African American boys.

At 12 noon protesters will rally at Frank Ogawa Plaza in Oakland, California in solidarity with the Truth, Transparency & Freedom Rally happening on the same day at the CDC in Atlanta, Georgia.

Against this background of alleged scientific fraud, the California legislature has passed two contentious mandatory vaccine laws this year, making California one of the most oppressive states in the nation regarding vaccine freedom. SB277 and SB792 have resulted in uniting a diverse group of opponents, a group that spans the political, socioeconomic, racial, and religious spectrum.

The rally being held is particularly appropriate in light of the fact that the research data that Dr. Thompson alleges was suppressed by the CDC showed African American boys to be 240 percent more likely to develop autism if they received their MMR vaccine between 18 and 36 months of age. Oakland, with its significant African American population and history for being a hub of social change, is primed for being a major epicenter of the vaccine truth movement.

LINEUP - The speaker lineup at the rally will include:

* Minister Keith Muhammad - Resident minister at the Nation of Islam mosque in Oakland. He is an educator and activist and has served Bay Area communities for decades.

* Sister Tesha Muhammad - Tesha is a graduate of University of California at Berkeley, a mother of four including two vaccine damaged sons. The experience of dealing with the challenges associated with autism has motivated her to become an activist against unsafe vaccines.

* Dr. Tina Kimmel, former research scientist for the California Department of Public Health's Immunization Branch.

* Samsarah Morgan, mother and grandmother, and founder of Nia Healing Center for Birth and Family Life.

* Brandy Vaughan, former Merck employee, and founder of Council for Vaccine Safety.

* Christina Hildebrand, founder of A Voice for Choice.

MEDIA CONTACTS:

Brandy Vaughan: bv@safevax.org or 415-987-9412

Christina Hildebrand: Christina@avoiceforchoice.org or 408-835-9353

MORE INFORMATION:

Council for Vaccine Truth - http://councilforvaccinesafety.org/.

A Voice for Choice - http://avoiceforchoice.org/.

Video: https://youtu.be/LUduiwgHMQs

Twitter: @safevax #CDCWhistleblower #HearUs #CDCTruth

REFERENCES:

Rep Bill Posey, Florida (R), July 29, 2015: http://www.c-span.org/video/?c4546409/mr-posey.

Press Release of Dr. William W. Thompson, CDC Scientist, regarding the 2004 article examining the possibility of a relationship between MMR vaccine and autism, August 27, 2014: http://goo.gl/b8DnGf.

SB277 Bill Text: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=201520160SB277.

SB792 Bill Text: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=201520160SB792.

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Trump this: Dallas ninja takes on sharks in ‘Corporate America’ comedy series!

DALLAS, Texas, Sept. 28, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Based on the hilarious book "You Can't Make This Shit Up : Corporate America" by writer Sal Savello, the television series and comedy tour takes a satirical look at the antics and angst of climbing the ever elusive corporate ladder. Dallas, Texas-based creators are excited to announce the kick off the "Corporate America Comedy Tour" promoting the TV Series starring Actor David O'Hara known for "The Departed," "Braveheart" and TV Series "The Tudors."

Headlining the tour are two Dallas-based comedians "The Ninja" Tyson Faifer, known for NBC's "American Ninja Warrior," and comedian David Jessup from "The Wendy Williams Show."

All of the performers are part of the exciting cast of the new half hour comedy series "Corporate America" set to begin production early 2016 with Films in Motion set to air 2016.

"The comedy tour is a way to introduce the public to our wildly talented cast of comedians and actors and build anticipation for the series debut," explains show Co-creator and writer Kim Glasgow. "Demetrie King, Brian Schoby and the very funny actress and feature film producer Farah White, known for 'Miss Congeniality,' along with TV Personality Vivian Fullerlove, will round out the cast."

Adds Glasgow, "We encourage everyone to come out for the show, to meet the stars of 'Corporate America' and enjoy a great night of comedy!"

The Next Date on the tour Thursday, Oct. 8 at 8 p.m., Addison Improv Comedy Nightclub, 4880 Belt Line Rd. #250, Dallas, TX 75254. Tickets are on sale now for $15. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

The public is also invited to meet the creators and cast prior to the show at 6:30 p.m. For more information or to purchase tickets, call Addison Improv at (972) 404-8501 or visit http://www.improvaddison.com/.

Media Contact: Stacy Hill, (214) 636-1369, bkhill[at]verizon.net.

The cast of Corporate America is available for in studio interviews.

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Host of hit TV Show ‘Hoarders’ Makes Special Guest Appearance in Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA, Pa., Sept. 22, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- TV Star and lead expert of the hit cable television show "Hoarders," Cory Chalmers, will be making a special guest appearance at his newest Steri-Clean franchise. This franchise, owned by Lindsay Bednarek and Kelly Mahon, is hosting the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce and the Lower Bucks Chamber of Commerce for a ribbon cutting on Friday, October 2, 2015 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. and is inviting the public to its grand opening / open house on Saturday Oct. 3 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. at their headquarters.

Everyone is invited to come meet the man that helped bring Hoarding disorder to national attention through the top rated show "Hoarders." Mr. Chalmers will be available for interviews and autographs at both events.

Both the Ribbon cutting and Public Grand Opening will be held at the new Steri-Clean Greater Philadelphia headquarters located at 416 Green Lane, Unit 6, Bristol PA.

Cory Chalmers is available for press or media interviews by calling 1-800-462-7337 extension 111.

Steri-Clean Inc. offers franchises with two divisions: a hoarding remediation division called Steri-Clean (www.hoarders.com), and a Bio-Hazard clean-up division called Crime-Scene Steri-Clean (www.crimecleaners.com).

For more information on Steri-Clean, Inc. please visit http://www.SteriCleanInc.com/.

Twitter: @CoryChalmers

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The Event Planner Expo in New York City Delivers Business Deals and Networking Opportunities

NEW YORK, N.Y., Sept. 10, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EMRG Media is excited to announce its annual Event Planner Expo - a premier event planner event to take place in New York City at the Metropolitan Pavilion, 125 West 18th Street, on October 7, 2015 from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Keynote speakers and hosts this year include Alexandra Wilkis Wilson, Co-founder Gilt.com and CEO Glam Squad, an on-demand beauty app; Colin Cowie, CEO Colin Cowie Enterprises; and Paul Neuman, founder, Neuman's Kitchen.

Cowie is a celebrity event and wedding planner of choice for top celebrities such as Oprah Winfrey, Jennifer Aniston, Tom Cruise, Jennifer Lopez and Kim Kardashian-West.

"This event is the cream of the crop. It doesn't get any better," Cowie says.

The Event Planner Expo promises to showcase ways that everyone from event planners and corporate decision makers to small businesses and individuals can transform their events when they put the three Cs to work: Connect. Create. Capture.

This not to be missed event boasts more than 125 booths and thousands of experts who run the gamut from venues and services to entertainment. It's the ideal place to mix and mingle while enjoying sponsored cocktails, gourmet appetizers and live entertainment.

"Anyone who attends the Event Planner Expo is sure to walk away feeling inspired, empowered, refreshed and ready to plan the best event ever," Jessica Stewart, vice president marketing, EMRG Media, says. "It's that feeling of power that comes through networking with industry powerhouses. These people are some of the top influencers in events and business."

Attendees can visit with exhibitors such as Edison Ballroom, Maritime Parc, Madison Lee's Cakes, The Butter Group, Eclipse Events, Scratch Weddings and more.

The bottom line? The Event Planner Expo is New York City's biggest networking event and showcase for the event planning industry.

"And, with more than 2,500 attendees, our goal is for attendees and vendors alike to build strategic partnerships, be inspired by the latest trends and ideas and close business for the coming year," Stewart says.

General admission tickets start at $45 per person, and can be purchased at: http://www.theeventplannerexpo.com/.

About EMRG Media:

EMRG Media (http://www.EMRGMedia.com/) is a premier, full-service marketing, event planning and publishing firm based in Manhattan. Over the last nine years, EMRG Media has garnered public acclaim and recognition as an innovative, corporate event marketers with an impressive roster of clients. Its exclusive corporate client base includes names such as Casio, Barclays, Ruder Finn, Conde Nast Publications and the Alzheimer's Foundation.

For more information about the Event Planner Expo, visit: http://www.theeventplannerexpo.com/.

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Media Contact: Jessica Stewart, EMRG Media, 917-940-5239; info@emrgmedia.com

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EPIC’s Daniel Houston to Speak on Insurance and Risk Management Issues for Cyber, Technology, Media and Privacy at CFO Risk Management Summit

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Aug. 26, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Cyber threats are one of the most significant risks businesses and individuals face today, says EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants. High profile breaches in the past few years have highlighted the substantial impact and significant costs associated with these attacks. And the breaches we hear about are just the tip of the iceberg, since information about an attack may not be revealed to the public if no personal data is stolen.

Becoming more informed about cyber risks is an important first step in arming yourself and your business. That's the focus of an address by EPIC's Senior Vice President of Enterprise Risk Management and Principal, Dan Houston, at the CFO Risk Management Summit in Boston on September 11.

Mr. Houston's presentation, "Cyber, Technology, Media and Privacy Risk Management and Insurance" will provide insights into how you can better protect your business from cyber, technology, media, and privacy risks; methods of attack; relevant federal and state laws; the FBI's role in cybercrime; how to protect your organization from these risks; and what to do if a data breach happens to you.

What: Presentation on "Cyber, Technology, Media and Privacy Risk Management and Insurance."

When: Friday, September 11, 2015 - 2 p.m.

Who: Daniel W. Houston, Senior Vice President, Enterprise Risk Management and Principal, EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants.

Where: CFO Risk Management Summit, Seaport World Trade Center, Boston, Mass.

About the Presenter, Daniel W. Houston:

Mr. Houston is Senior Vice President, Enterprise Risk Management and Principal at EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants. Prior to joining EPIC in August 2006, he was Senior Vice President and Vice President/ Producer with Marsh, Alexander & Alexander (Aon) and Willis/HRH. He has also served as Director of Risk Management and Insurance Worldwide for Hickory Springs Manufacturing Company and NCR Corporation. While working for NCR he co-developed the first cyber insurance policy and risk management response.

Author of over 500 articles, texts and educational courses on risk management, insurance, analytics, contractual risk transfer, music, religion and law, Mr. Houston is the recipient of The Risk and Insurance Management Society, Inc.'s (RIMS) prestigious "Harry and Dorothy Goodell Award," and was named "2010 Insurance and Risk Management Professional of the Year." Dan was recently featured in the Wall Street Journal and CNBC for his work with the endangered panda program. He is a member of and/or serves on a number of boards, notably the Next Generation Manufacturing (NGM), Japan-America Business Council, Federal Reserve Bank, Advanced Risk Management Panel, Defense Research Institute, Eisenhower (after his great uncle Dwight D. Eisenhower) Academy and is a founding member of the International Risk Management Federation in Helsinki, Finland.

About the CFO Risk Management Summit:

The CFO Risk Management Summit held September 10 and 11 in Boston, brings together the best Senior Risk Management and Finance professionals for a thought leading summit acclaimed for its innovative insight. For more information on the CFO Risk Management Summit and to register, go to: http://theinnovationenterprise.com/summits/risk-management-summit-2015-boston .

About EPIC:

Headquartered in San Francisco, EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants has nationwide presence with a depth of industry expertise across key lines of insurance including commercial property and casualty, employee benefits, unique specialty program insurance, and private client services. Since its founding in 2007 EPIC has driven revenue from $5 million to $150 million through both organic growth and strategic acquisitions, and remains a fixture on the insurance industry's 'Best Places to Work' lists. Its strategic partners include private equity firms The Carlyle Group and Stone Point Capital. To learn more, visit http://www.epicbrokers.com/.

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Get Your Running Shoes Ready: The 9th Annual San Fermin in Nueva Orleans Set for July 11

NEW ORLEANS, La., July 6, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- San Fermin in Nueva Orleans (SFNO), the founders of the New Orleans Running of the Bulls, have planned four days of special events, including the 9th Annual El Encierro, or running the bulls - New Orleans-style! This year will be celebrated as El Ano Rosa (The Pink Year) to honor co-founder Beth Hanning, who successfully battled breast cancer after having been diagnosed shortly after SFNO2014.

WHO: San Fermin in Nueva Orleans (SFNO), the founders of the New Orleans Running of the Bulls

WHAT: Have planned four days of special events, including the 9th Annual El Encierro, or running the bulls - New Orleans-style! This year will be celebrated as El Ano Rosa (The Pink Year) to honor co-founder Beth Hanning, who successfully battled breast cancer after having been diagnosed shortly after SFNO2014. Hundreds of pink-clad RollerBulls from around the globe will skate the Crescent City streets led by New Orleans' own Big Easy Rollergirls.

Event coordinators are expecting some 20,000 people to participate in the 2015 run, which is also a fundraiser for two special charities. The first is Beth's Friends Forever (BFF), which was founded to support and assist women in the Greater New Orleans area who have been diagnosed with cancer. The second organization that will receive donations is Animal Rescue of New Orleans for their continued care and devotion in finding permanent homes for lost and abandoned animals.

WHEN: There are numerous events (a full list is included below) but the main event is: El Encierro (running of the bulls); Saturday, July 11 - 6:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

WHERE: The Sugar Mill, 1021 Convention Center Blvd., New Orleans, LA.

Participants are requested to wear all white clothing with a red sash and neckerchief, or some other Spanish themed attire, for all events.

**Please note: El Encierro is a RUN AT YOUR OWN RISK event. All ages are welcome, but participants under the age 12, and people with strollers, are required to use the sidewalks. No pets allowed, no outside beverages allowed.

FULL EVENT SCHEDULE:

THURSDAY JULY 9 - SPANISH WINE DINNER:
Official hotel sponsor, The New Orleans Hotel Collection, will host this year's wine dinner at The Bourbon Orleans Hotel (717 Orleans St.). Several courses paired with great Spanish wines in an elegant setting will be the unofficial opening event for #SFNO2015. Come meet Los Pastores and many other enthusiasts. Tickets through Eventbrite or here: http://bit.ly/SFNO15WINEDINNER .

FRIDAY JULY 10 - EL TXUPINAZO: 6 - 9 p.m.:
El Txupinazo (choo-pee-NAHT-so) officially kicks off SFNO 2015. Join us at Publiq House (4528 Freret St) for food from great restaurants like Bayona, Mondo, Purloo Southern Cuisine, Little Gem Saloon and Pizza Domenica. Great drinks, live music and flamenco from Ven Pa'Ca Flamenco Ensemble, all for one price. Also some fundraising raffles and auction items to support Beth's Friends Forever, the newly founded charity supporting local women. Tickets available at Nola Bulls Registration.

SATURDAY JULY 11 - 6:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.:
The MAIN EVENT of SFNO is El Encierro* (aka The Running of the Bulls). Doors open at The Sugar Mill (1021 Convention Center Blvd.) at 6:30 a.m. The RollerBulls will be released at exactly 8 a.m., following the Procession of San Fermin at 7:30. Your registration gets you in for the run and for the before & after parties, which are always epic! Music from Quickie Mart and the Balkan Booty Squad, and fun things for the young things included. Food and drinks will be available on-site from our vendors. Multiple registration options are available at Nola Bulls Registration: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/running-of-the-bulls-in-new-orleans-2015-tickets-16105930271?aff=PressRelease15 .

*El Encierro is a RUN AT YOUR OWN RISK event. All ages are welcome, but participants under the age 12 and people with strollers are required to use the sidewalks. No pets allowed, no outside beverages allowed.

SATURDAY JULY 11 - 4:30 p.m. until you've had enough:
Those who are keeping the party alive (or reviving after siesta) should head to our hosts for La Fiesta de Pantalones (The Pants Party, so named "just because"). The Maison (508 Frenchmen St.) has live music from 4:30 p.m. until close. Great food and drinks. Stick around and you can view the weary Pastores as they finally get to relax after the morning's event. This event is free and open to the public (age 21+).

SUNDAY JULY 12 - 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.:
El Pobre de Mi closes the show in grand fashion. Started back in 2009, it's grown yearly and is beloved by the theatrical community. This recovery brunch of tapas and Ernest Hemingway themed show gives everyone a chance to bring out their inner Papa. Come prepared, or just come and wing it, you'll love the show!

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

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Contact: Mickey Hanning; Telephone: 504-383-4630; Email: info@nolabulls.com.

Twitter: @NolaBulls - #SFNO2015

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From Yard Waste to High Fashion: St. Pete Artists Save Florida Landfills ‘One Accessory at a Time’

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., June 18, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Inspired by environmental sustainability, Scott Durfee and George Medeiros of Spathose will showcase the latest installment of their work with palm spathe in their upcoming show "Spathe" at Cory Allen Contemporary Art's The Showroom next week.

"At first, Scott and I had to go out and look for spathe. Now, people are bringing it to us and even suggesting ideas for the pieces they've collected," said George Medeiros.

Spathe, the remnants discarded from palm trees and most commonly referred to as yard debris, has been the primary medium of Scott and George's work in many different forms over the last decade. Not only artists, they are activists in the environmental sustainability movement and hope to shed light on recreating beauty from what most people abandon simply as trash.

"We have a vision for every piece we do and the natural form of the spathe collected helps guide us to that piece," said Scott Durfee. "We found a way to create stand-alone to functional sculptures, which wearable sculptures has become our primary focus."

Initially creating stand-alone sculptures to be displayed for eyes only, Scott and George wanted more functionality from their work and began creating wearable sculptures. Their wearable sculptures, men's ties, purses, arm bands, necklaces, and now in their latest show, masks, have given them prominent success in the media for their distinctive vision.

"People throw spathe away and we want them to wear it," said George Medeiros. "We are saving Florida landfills one accessory at a time."

Spathe is a truly indigenous, sustainable material that evokes the essence of Florida. Mostly known for their blend of fine art and fashion with their wearable sculptures, Scott and George will be displaying their latest work, as well as, some of their previous work that has been featured in many publications; most recently Handmade Business.

"Spathe" will open to the public at CACA's The Showroom, the world's first public relations gallery, located in the Warehouse Arts District in St. Petersburg, Fla. on June 25, 2015.

For more information, contact Cory Allen at 727-365-0254 or visit either http://www.spathose.com/ or http://www.cacanet.com/.

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Wigglebutts Uncorked Fundraising Gala for Second Chance Rescue

NEW YORK, N.Y., June 17, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Wigglebutt Warriors(R), the fundraising arm of canine-centric digital magazine Fidose of Reality, is excited to announce Wigglebutts Uncorked, a pet-friendly fundraising gala to benefit Second Chance Rescue.

On the heels of 2013's Wigglebutt Wedding and 2014's Wigglebutts Go Hollywoof, Fidose of Reality founders Carol and Darlene Bryant are once again rolling out the red carpet for rescue dogs. The Brotherhood Winery in Washingtonville, New York will host the event in The Grand Monarque Hall, an early 19th-century building with towering ceilings and antique wrought-iron chandeliers - under which there will be hors d'oeuvres, a dinner buffet, dancing, prizes, a silent auction, and the first-ever Wigglebutts Got Talent Show.

An open call went out in March seeking a U.S.-based 501(c)3 dog rescue group as the benefactor of Wigglebutts Uncorked. "We closely read through the stories of dogs in need of forever homes," says co-founder Carol Bryant. "In a perfect world, Wigglebutt Warriors would fundraise for all dogs in need. It was no easy task, but ultimately we are happy to report that the group who will benefit from Wigglebutts Uncorked is Second Chance Rescue."

Jennifer Brooks founded Second Chance Rescue in 2009 on the firm belief that all animals deserve to be loved and cared for. Their mission is to rehabilitate and re-home animals that have been abandoned or neglected by their former owners - many of which have serious medical issues and/or are on "death row" at municipal shelters - and are 100 percent not-for-profit.

Adds Bryant, "We are so excited to work with this dynamo who loves dogs!"

"We are so honored to have been chosen out of the many other wonderful rescue organizations as the recipient of the Wigglebutt fundraiser," says Jennifer Brooks, president and founder of Second Chance Rescue NYC. "It is our hope to raise much needed funds to continue our endeavor in saving many deserving animals - as well as use this opportunity to spread awareness and educate the public on the plight of animals in this city, let alone the country. This will be a beautiful and historical evening."

Wigglebutts Uncorked will take place on Saturday, April 16, 2016, from 6-10 p.m. The attire is dressy and well-behaved dogs are welcome. For more information and to buy tickets, please visit http://fidoseofreality.com/ or visit: http://fidose.com/1IKz3XG. Local group rate on hotel accommodations are available.

About Wigglebutt Warriors:

Wigglebutt Warriors(R) is the fundraising arm of FidoseofReality.com. Founders Carol and Darlene Bryant have raised over $40,000 for homeless cocker spaniels to assist with medical, food, and basic needs until they find their forever homes. Along with their cocker spaniel, Dexter, they are crusading to save dogs' lives.

About Second Chance Rescue:

Second Chance Rescue is a New York-based 501(c)3 nonprofit whose mission is to facilitate the adoption of animals that have been abandoned by their former owners. They protect and ensure the long-term well-being of rescued animals by placing them in foster homes or private boarding facilities where they are rehabilitated and cared for until a permanent home is found. Learn more at: http://www.nycsecondchancerescue.org/ or on Facebook page: Second Chance Rescue NYC dogs, at https://www.facebook.com/SecondChanceRescueNycDogs.

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Miyelo Music Festival Announces Inaugural Event

TIPP CITY, Ohio, March 31, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Trebius Promotions proudly announces the inaugural Miyelo Music Festival, featuring an exciting lineup of twenty national and local artists performing eleven hours of music across three stages. The festival takes place Saturday, July 18, 2015 in Historic Downtown Tipp City on Main Street.

General Admission tickets for the 2015 festival will be available online at http://miyelomusicfest.com on Wednesday, April 15, 2015 at 8 a.m. EDT. Trebius Promotions is working together with Donnie Reis of The Donnie Reis Band to host the event that is a "Party with Purpose." Proceeds from the Miyelo Music Festival are going to three local charities, most notably Pink Ribbon Girls, an organization that strives to meet the practical needs of families affected by breast cancer.

Miyelo Music Festival will transform the streets of downtown Tipp City into a rockin' music festival experience. Host-band front man Donnie Reis says, "We expect to show this town and anyone who comes here an incredible time and with a goal to raise $50k for charity. That's what it's all about."

The 2015 lineup features national acts including GRAMMY(R) nominated songwriter Will Hoge, Brandon Chase from NBC's The Voice(R), Neulore, Kris Allen, winner of the eighth season of American Idol(R), Erick Baker, GRAMMY(R) nominated songwriter Seth Glier, Ben Bradford, Elenowen, Joseph LeMay, Keta, along with several yet-to-be-announced acts.

"We are coming together to enjoy life, celebrate with our friends, remember those who left us too soon, and raise money for causes close to our heart," stated Mike McDermott, President of Trebius Promotions.

For more information on the artists, volunteer and sponsorship opportunities, hotel accommodations, VIP offerings and ticket information including pricing, visit http://miyelomusicfest.com/.

About Miyelo Music Festival:

Miyelo Music Festival invites you to party with purpose at an Americana Music Festival that will feature eleven hours of music across three stages in Historic Downtown Tipp City on July 18, 2015. Pronounced "my-EL-oh" the word loosely translates to "I AM" in the language of the Lakota. Proceeds go to charity.

About Trebius Promotions:

Trebius Promotions is a digital public relations and event promotions firm looking to make artists shine, both on stage and online. Trebius Promotions help artists navigate the treacherous waters of band promotions, contracts, scheduling, equipment, tours, recording and marketing. Putting on a music festival with a great purpose to showcase some of their acts alongside of the industry's hottest up-and-comers as well established artists was just the next logical step. More information: http://trebius.com/.

All artists are subject to change without notice.

For more information on the event, visit:
http://miyelomusicfest.com/ .

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Twitter: @miyelomusic
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David Nour, Best-selling Author of Relationship Economics, presenting Keynote Address at 2015 BCD Travel Affiliate Meeting in Cancun

CANCUN, Mexico, March 17, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- David Nour, enterprise growth strategist and thought leader on Relationship Economics(R), will be presenting the keynote address at the 2015 BCD Travel Affiliate Meeting on March 18, 2015 at the Ritz-Carlton in Cancun, Mexico.

David Nour, CEO and Founder of The Nour Group Inc., is an enterprise growth strategist and the thought leader on Relationship Economics(R) -- the quantifiable value of business relationships. He advises global leaders and boards of corporations, associations, and academic forums on disruptive innovations to fuel their growth. In a global economy that is becoming increasingly disconnected, The Nour Group, Inc. has attracted consulting engagements from over 100 marquee organizations in driving unprecedented growth through unique return on their strategic relationships. David Nour has pioneered the idea that relationships are the greatest off balance sheet asset any organizations possesses, large and small, public and private.

BCD Travel helps companies make the most of what they spend on travel. The company operates in more than 100 countries with a workforce of more than 11,000 people. The travel management company reported 2013 sales of US$22.4 billion, with an industry-leading client-retention rate of over 97 percent.

In his role as the keynote speaker of the 2015 BCD Travel Affiliate Meeting, David will discuss Relationship Economics(R) - the strategic, intentional and quantifiable value of relationships and how businesses may invest in them, inside and outside of their organizations. He'll also discuss the use of his model of Adaptive Innovation(R) within the business travel industry to change market conditions with the optimal outcomes.

"The BCD Travel Affiliates program has a long track record of providing its partner agencies with outstanding programs," said Kathy Bedell, senior vice president of BCD Travel. "Our agency executives will find great value in David Nour's messages about the intentional, strategic, and quantifiable value of business relationships."

"The social, emotional, and strategic value of travel is more valuable in our personal and professional growth than ever before," Nour said. "Agency owners greatly value their relationships. The travel industry has gone through enormous change and consolidation, and Today's agencies have had to reinvent themselves as transformational experience consultants. I think they'll greatly benefit from the tenets of Relationship Economics."

About the Nour Group and David Nour:

The Nour Group, Inc., advises global leaders and boards of corporations, associations, and academic forums on disruptive innovations to fuel their growth. Founded in 2002 by global business advisor, international speaker and best-selling author of Relationship Economics(R), David Nour, the Nour Group has attracted clients including KPMG, Siemens, Disney, IBM, Gen Re, Amerinet and over a hundred other marquee organizations in the evolution of their business models. The firm's services range from strategic advisory, keynote speaking and facilitation of executive discussions, to training and development, coaching and mentoring, all aimed at fueling personal, team-based and organization-wide growth through the art and science of business relationships.

To learn more about Relationship Economics(R), or how The Nour Group, and its founder, David Nour can help your organization reach its relationship networking potential, visit http://www.nourgroup.com/ or contact Stacey Doyle at Stacey@nourgroup.com or 888-339-1333.

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Aspen Art Gallery Emerging Artist Program, part of Flight to Luxury Charity Event, benefits Boys & Girls Club of Metro Denver

DENVER Colo., Feb. 27, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Aspen Art Gallery is happy to announce the creation of a new Emerging Artist Program designed introduce new and talented artists, and give them a chance for national recognition as well as a gallery showcase. As a Diamond Sponsor of the annual Flight to Luxury Hangar Event, presented by Cuvee Escapes, Aspen Art Gallery and its group of represented artists have donated art works to be auctioned at the event, with all proceeds given to Boys & Girls Club of Metro Denver.

This year, owner Damian Guillot is rolling out something new - a chance for any artist, from anywhere to have a chance to submit their work to be considered by a panel of judges, and gain a chance to participate in the event as an exhibitor. The selected winners will have a showcase exhibiting with Aspen Art Gallery.

Any artist can submit their works through the Aspen Art Gallery website, or Facebook Fan page. Artist need to submit a high resolution image of the piece to be considered, a description of the work and its details (including size, materials, process, and unique characteristics). A written bio and picture of the artist will also need to be provided. The judging panel, composed of 3 judges, will select the top 100 art pieces to be shown at the Flight to Luxury Annual Hangar Charity Event.

The Artists piece will be donated and featured in the auction as a showcase exhibitor. All proceeds will benefit Boys & Girls Club of Metro Denver. At the event, the art work will be auctioned. Damian Guillot will choose the top three of the applicants and offer a chance to have their very own solo exhibition at Aspen Art Gallery as a showcased artist.

This will be a unique opportunity for artists everywhere to receive national attention, and gain immediate exposure, as well as contribute to a worthwhile cause. In the highly competitive art market, a chance to showcase your artwork in such a recognized public event is rare, and even more coveted, is the chance to become an exhibiting artist in a well-known and highly recognized art gallery, such as Aspen Art Gallery.

"This is a great opportunity to give artists who have been looking for a way to break in the industry, a chance to get the attention to their works that they hope for - and at the same, participate in a great public charity event," stated Damian Guillot, owner of Aspen Art Gallery, and Diamond Sponsor of the Flight to Luxury Hanger Event. "By giving artists a chance to showcase their work, we can not only discover some amazing new talent, but also help the event, and its work with Boys and Girls Club of Metro Denver."

Any artist who submits their work, and is accepted into the top 100, does so with the understanding that their work will be showcased as part of the charity auction, and the proceeds will go directly to the charity. The top 100 winners will be notified no later than July 31, 2015, and the Top 3 will be chosen at the event by Damian Guillot, owner of Aspen Art Gallery, and will be announced in both the Flight to Luxury website and communications, as well as on Aspen Art Gallery Site.

Aspen Art Gallery is the inspired creation of Colorado resident and entrepreneur, Damian Guillot. After Hurricane Katrina, Damian moved to Aspen, Colorado, to setup his own gallery specializing in contemporary, modern, and fine art. His passion and savvy for selecting eclectic and beautiful pieces has led to one of the most successful gallery collections in the country, internationally known for its one of a kind offerings.

This success has led to the recent opening of a second Aspen Art Gallery location in the heart of the Cherry Creek shopping district, near downtown Denver. This location now allows Aspen Art Gallery to spread its artistic flair deeper into the local Denver community, and in many cases, provide great exposure and opportunities for Denver's local artists as well.

The annual Flight to Luxury Hanger Party is held by Cuvee Escapes, and showcases custom-couture private villas by Cuvee, elite jets, exotic cars, and live entertainment. To learn more about the event itself, visit http://www.flighttoluxury.com/flight-to-luxury/the-event/ .

About Aspen Art Gallery:

Aspen Art Gallery is now located in two locations in Colorado: its original home located at 228 S Mill St, Aspen, CO 81611, and its newer Denver location, located in the heart of Cherry Creek, at 2910 E 3rd Ave, Denver, CO 80206. Both locations offer a variety of fine art, modern art, and contemporary art with artists from around the globe.

To learn more, visit http://www.aspenartgallery.com/ - or contact Operations Manager, Devenie Adams, of Aspen Art Gallery, at 970-544-6655.

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Nude Statue of Dr. Huxtable Protests Cosby’s TV Hall of Fame Busts?

HOLLYWOOD, Calif. and ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Feb. 5, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A teenage artist's protest against Bill Cosby for misrepresenting his TV characters and their messages is proposed as a nude statue of Cosby's Dr. Cliff Huxtable from "The Cosby Show" to "replace" the busts of the legendary performer displayed in front of the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Halls of Fame in North Hollywood and Orlando. The Dr. Huxtable sculpture depicted with a saddened Fat Albert, created by young sculptor Rodman Edwards, is being unveiled by Cory Allen Contemporary Art (CACA).

The statue, titled "Fat Albert Cries for Dr. Huxtable," depicts Cosby's Dr. Huxtable nude, aged and out of shape, with Cosby's Saturday morning cartoon character Fat Albert blocking the area where Dr. Huxtable's genitalia would be, crying.

"Rodman captured Cosby's real character," said the artist's spokesman Cory Allen. "I think this is a more appropriate statue than the one depicting America's Dad at the TV Hall of Fame."

"Hall of Fame statues should not be exempt from reevaluation. Sometimes they need to be removed or replaced," said Cory Allen. "Joe Paterno's statue was taken down following the 2011 Penn State sex abuse scandal. Maybe the TV Hall of Fame and Disney should take note," added Allen, referring to Disney World, the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences east coast location.

"As a fan, I think I just felt compelled to depict two of Bill Cosby's creations at odds with each other, because Bill Cosby seems to be at odds with what I always thought Dr. Huxtable stood for," said artist Rodman Edwards.

This is Rodman Edwards's first representation by CACA. Rodman, a freshman in high school, has shown his work at Mask Fest in Indianapolis and at Son of Monsterpalooza in Burbank, California, and has lent his large mask of Hillary Clinton to an anti-Keystone pipeline demonstration at a democratic fundraiser attended by Clinton in San Francisco.

"Fat Albert Cries for Dr. Huxtable - Proposal for TV Hall of Fame" will open to the public at CACA's The Showroom, the world's first public relations gallery, located in the Warehouse Arts District in St. Petersburg, Fla., on February 20, 2015. For more information, contact Cory Allen at 323-393-3115 or visit http://www.cacanet.com/ .

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Cory Chalmers, of Hoarders TV Show, makes a special guest appearance at TICA Cat Show in Sacramento

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Dec. 22, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- TV Star and lead expert of the hit cable television show "Hoarders," Cory Chalmers, will be making a special guest appearance at the TICA Cat Show January 2, 3 and 4, 2015 in Sacramento, Calif. This year's show is called "Mardi Gras Madness" and is presented by Jazzy Cats.

Cory Chalmers has been a longtime advocate for animal welfare. Unlike what is sometimes depicted in his television show "Hoarders" Cory believes that cats, as well as all animals, should be raised in a safe, clean and humane environment. There will be a local cat rescue group on site that will be placing loving cats into forever homes.

Cory will be available for pictures, autographs and will be selling T-shirts, sweatshirts, beanies and baseball hats, donating all of the proceeds to local cat rescue groups.

Come by and meet Mr. Chalmers at Red Lion's Woodlake Inn and Conference Center located at 500 Leisure Lane, Sacramento, CA. This year's show is called "Mardi Gras Madness" and is presented by Jazzy Cats.

Show hours are listed below:
- Friday, January 2, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
- Saturday, January 3, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Sunday, January 4, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Cory Chalmers is available for press or media interviews by calling 1-800-462-7337 extension 111.

Steri-Clean Inc. offers franchises with two divisions; a hoarding remediation division called Steri-Clean (www.hoarders.com), and a Bio-Hazard clean-up division called Crime-Scene Steri-Clean (www.crimecleaners.com).

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Host of hit TV Show ‘Hoarders’ Makes Special Guest Appearance at Local Cat Show

LAS VEGAS, Nev., Sept. 26, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- TV Star and lead expert of the hit cable television show "Hoarders," Cory Chalmers, will be making a special guest appearance at the TICA Cat Show Friday October 3, 4 and 5 in Las Vegas, Nev.

Cory Chalmers has been a longtime advocate for animal welfare. Unlike what is sometimes depicted in his television show "Hoarders" Cory believes that cats, as well as all animals, should be raised in a safe, clean and humane environment. There will be a local cat rescue group on site that will be placing loving cats into forever homes.

Cory will be available for pictures, autographs and selling t-shirts and hats, donating all of the proceeds to the local cat rescue group on site.

Come by and meet Mr. Chalmers, (Riviera Hotel 2901 Las Vegas Boulevard South Las Vegas). This year's show is called "A Haunted Weekend" and is presented by Jazzy Vegas at the Riviera Hotel and Casino at 2901 Las Vegas Blvd. South.

Show hours are listed below
* Friday, October 3; 4 p.m. – 11 p.m.
* Saturday, October 4; 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
* Sunday, October 5; 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Cory Chalmers is available for press or media interviews by calling 1-800-462-7337 extension 111.

Cory's company, Steri-Clean Inc., offers franchises with two divisions: a hoarding remediation division called Steri-Clean (www.hoarders.com), and a Bio-Hazard clean-up division called Crime-Scene Steri-Clean (www.crimecleaners.com).

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Peel to Connect with Pet Industry Players at 2013 PIJAC Shows

BRAMPTON, Ontario, Canada, Aug. 23, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Canada is a growing nation of pet lovers. According to the Pet Food Association of Canada, there are more than 12.5 million pets nationwide. The 2013 Pet Industry Joint Advisory Council of Canada's (PIJAC Canada) tradeshows provide unique gatherings of the Canadian pet market and the leading companies that influence that industry, including Peel Plastic Products.

This year marks PIJAC Canada's 25th anniversary and Peel will be participating in the celebration by exhibiting at the ExpoZoo Trade Show and the National Pet Industry Trade Show. These PIJAC shows are ideal showcases for Peel.

"Our innovation in flexible packaging within the pet food industry allows for products to stand out and drive sales," said Mark Liberman, Vice President Sales and Marketing, Peel Plastic Products. "Government Market Indicator Report shows the Canadian pet food market growth continuing to a projected C$1.9 billion by 2016. Peel's Side Gusset pouches, printing on every panel, and specialized closures can help companies compete for this growth."

Functionality:

Just like in human food packaging, what may be one of the most important features of pet food packaging is convenience. Packaging that offers a beneficial feature can be interpreted as a product enhancement compared to the utilitarian aspects of basic packaging that is designed to protect and contain the product. Packaging options like Peel Plastic's Side Gusset pouches, and FlexiJug, offer the type of consumer conveniences that distinguishes a product.

The Side Gusset Handle and FlexiJug allow companies to offer consumer packaging that is easier to handle and control.

Liberman said: "The Side Gusset Handle is one of Peel's latest innovations. It can hold up to 45 lbs and can transform that slack bag of dog food into a manageable container ideal for dispensing. But for smaller packaging situations, the FlexiJug's re-enforced handle would be more beneficial. Features are only a benefit when they are appropriate for the application and appeal to the consumer."

A closure system allows consumers to keep the pet food fresh and accessible in its original, branded bag reducing the need for secondary storage containers and establish repeat exposure to the brand with each use.

Beyond the Shelf:

Attractive packaging is one of the most powerful tools in driving an initial retail sale, especially in a situation as pet food where the purchaser is not the consumer. Innovative packaging reinforces that sale at every touch point throughout the product life and encourages return customers.

About Peel:

Peel representatives are staffing ExpoZoo booth 114 at the Centre de foires in Sherbrooke, Quebec, August 25-26, 2013, and booth 522 at the National Pet Industry Trade Show at Mississauga, Ontario's International Center September 15-16, 2013.

Peel Plastic Products Ltd. ( http://www.peelplastics.com/ ) is one of the largest suppliers of pre-made plastic packaging to the North American market offering unique package formats. Established in 1978, Peel's expertise in Side Gusset formats, pre-made pouches, and roll stock, combined with the inclusion of unique package features allows it develop customized packaging solutions. Peel pioneered the Flat-Bottom Pouch, the Fold-Over bottom pouch, and the Grab 'n' Go Side Gusset Handle pouch allowing customers to offer convenience and differentiation through their packaging. Peel Plastic Products: Bringing flexible packaging innovation to your brands.

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Best Selling Author Sister Souljah Joins Mocha Ochoa and Students in the U.S. and Africa to Promote Global Summer Reading

WASHINGTON, D.C., June 11, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On June 14, 2013 New York Times Best Selling Author and Activist Sister Souljah will headline a Global Summer Reading Initiative discussing a highly anticipated follow up to her book "Coldest Winter Ever." This new novel, "A Deeper Love Inside: The Porsche Santiaga Story" (Emily Bestler Books/Atria; ISBN: 978-1439165317) will be the central topic of discussion for young people across the globe, as they come together to discuss and encourage the importance of Summer Reading.

The presentation and book signing will be held at the ARC Theater in Washington, D.C. with an interactive real time broadcast to students in attendance at the United States Embassies in Soweto, South Africa, Harare Zimbabwe and Accra Ghana.

The Global Book Talk will begin at 9 a.m. with an interview conducted by event host Mocha Ochoa of The Oracle Group; a Q&A session with students in Washington, D.C., Soweto, Harare and Accra where these students will be afforded an opportunity to interact with the author and each other in real time. A book signing will immediately follow the book talk. This auspicious event is produced by The Oracle Group, an international literary event production company.

Sister Souljah is best known for her work as a political activist and educator of underclass urban youth. A graduate of Rutgers University, she is a beloved personality in her own community. She lives in New York with her husband and son.

The Global Book Talk with Sister Souljah event will take place during the end of the school year when families prepare for summer activities.

According to Mocha Ochoa, Principal of The Oracle Group: "We are excited to expose inspiring cultural icons like Sister Souljah to highly underserved audiences who may not get the everyday opportunity to engage with Best Selling Authors. Further, our intent is to also have student groups actively engage with each other through literary programming on a digital platform in which new and innovative ways encourage young people to continue an interest in literature during their time off from school."

Schools and organizations interested in participation, donating books or general information can visit http://www.theoraclegroup.net/ .

About The Oracle Group:

The Oracle Group, a nationally recognized agency which specializes in producing literary programming, connects authors with events to engage and uplift the local, national and global community. The Oracle Group hosts specialty Author Events, National and Community Book Fairs, Educator Appreciation Series and Literary Campaign Development. It also produces the literary talk show, In the Cafe with Mocha. The Oracle Group produces the Author Pavilion at the NAACP National Annual Convention; has served as the Special Advisor of Diversity Programming for the National Book Festival and is the project founder of the Reading Across Continents Initiative.

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Compliance Workshops to Explain Complex Hazardous Waste Regulations

BOSTON, Mass. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Fines and penalties are on the rise for facilities that fail to comply with Federal and State hazardous waste rules. In May, the U.S. EPA fined an Illinois recycling facility $700,000 for violating the hazardous waste regulations. For those responsible for managing hazardous waste, Lion Technology Inc. will be hosting its two-day Hazardous/Toxic Waste Management Workshop. Workshops will be held in Parsippany on December 2-3; Manchester on December 6-7; Boston on December 9-10; Hartford on December 13-14; and Philadelphia on December 16-17, 2010.

Training is required annually for all hazardous waste facility personnel. This comprehensive workshop provides hands-on training on the critical rules managers must know to ensure compliance with the regulations. Students learn how to identify regulated waste, handle and store waste on site, prepare waste for off-site shipping, prepare and plan for emergencies, keep records, assure proper disposal, and prepare their site for new regulatory changes.

Tuition is $795 per person, with group discounts available. Registration includes course reference materials, networking luncheon, certificate of achievement, and one year of follow-up support. Registration starts at 7:30 a.m., and the workshop runs from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Pre-registration is highly recommended. To register, call (888) 546-6511 or visit us online at www.Lion.com/HazWasteTrainingNow .

Lion Technology Director of Corporate Training, Scott Dunsmore, a national expert on hazardous waste management, stresses that proper hazardous waste handling, management, and disposal is critical, especially in light of rising enforcement, which is now $37,500 per day/per violation. "With a slow economy and budget tightening, the reflex is to go towards shorter and inexpensive training options. However, with enforcement initiatives on the increase, shortchanging your training puts you at risk of costing you more in the long run."

About Lion Technology:

Since 1977, more than 100,000 professionals have relied on Lion Technology to meet their regulatory compliance training needs. Lion offers comprehensive training and resources in the area of environmental, hazardous materials/dangerous goods transportation, and workplace health and safety compliance. Training is offered through nationwide public workshops, live web seminars, online courses, and on-site programs. Regulatory support services and consulting are provided to assist industry comply with Federal and State laws and regulations.

More information: www.Lion.com/HazWasteTrainingNow .

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