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Six PBS Stations Join A National Initiative to Break The Stereotypes of Individuals with Disabilities

ROCHESTER, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- July 2020 marks the 30th anniversary of President Bush signing into law the Americans with Disabilities Act. In celebration of this civil rights law, WXXI Public Media (Rochester, New York) is leading a pilot project to expand its innovative "Move to Include" initiative into five additional communities. Funded through a grant from the Corporation of Public Broadcasting, this national initiative will use the power of public media to inform and transform attitudes and behavior about disabilities.

WXXI is partnering with PBS affiliates WFYI (Indianapolis), OPB (Oregon), WGCU (Southwest Florida), WCNY (Syracuse), and Iowa PBS to spotlight disability issues and people with differing abilities through television, radio, news, special events, and social media.

"We're proud to pilot Move to Include in five additional communities, using public media's many platforms to promote equity and inclusion," said WXXI President Norm Silverstein. "Through Move to Include, we hope to build more inclusive communities by inspiring and motivating people to embrace different abilities and include all people in every aspect of community life."

The six PBS stations will work to organize community partnerships, create content, and provide outreach specific to their own communities. They will also contribute content to the PBS LearningMedia collection used by teachers, families and students free of charge.

To learn more about this initiative, the work of all six stations, and more, visit: https://movetoinclude.us/.

Below are a few highlights of what stations will be doing in their communities:

WXXI (Rochester, New York)
* The WXXI News Inclusion Desk: WXXI's News team will produce a variety of stories, from the arts to transportation issues to how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected those with disabilities. The stories will broadcast on AM1370 and FM 88.5 and online at WXXINews.org throughout July.
* WXXI LIVE Forum: The Impact of COVID-19 on People with Disabilities / Premieres July 23 at 8 p.m. on WXXI-TV

WXXI hosts a virtual town hall style forum that looks at how COVID-19 has affected those with disabilities.

WFYI (Indianapolis)
* Veterans Coming Home: Healing Arts / Airs July 23 at 7:30 on WFYI-TV
This 30-minute WFYI documentary tells the inspiring stories of local veterans who are using art to help transform their war experiences into hope and healing.
* No Limits / Airs July 30 at 9 p.m. on WFYI-TV
o This half-hour documentary from 12 Star Media follows high school students from the Indiana School for the Blind and Vision Impaired as they work with an Indianapolis arts organizations to design more accessible experiences. The piece will air with audio descriptions.
OPB (Oregon)
* Fairview Resident Profile: The Fairview Training Center admitted nearly 10,000 Oregonians over the course of its 100-year existence, most of whom were people with intellectual or developmental disabilities. One longtime resident describes what it was like to live there as an "inmate" who wore a uniform, slept in barracks-style quarters and worked every day on the site's 700-acre farm. Air date TBA.|
* People First: Several residents of the Fairview Training Center helped launch the global People First movement in the 1970's. At its first meeting in Oregon in 1974, people with intellectual and developmental disabilities gathered to speak up for themselves to advocate for improvements in their own lives and for more opportunities for independent living and growth. Air date TBA.

WGCU (Southwest Florida)
* Digital Storytelling digital segments: WGCU teamed up with Best Buddies of Southwest Florida for a digital storytelling workshop that launched the initiative. The workshop provided an opportunity for buddy teams to become filmmakers and story tellers.
* Gulf Coast Life: WGCU's locally produced radio talk show, will feature local organizations that provide services/programs to the disable community, and will talk with people living with disabilities to discuss issues around accessibility.

WCNY (Syracuse)
* Connect NY: The ADA Today / Premieres July 27 at 9 p.m. on WCNY-TV
Three decades after the American with Disabilities Act was passed, nearly 70% of individuals with disabilities still cannot land a job. WCNY speaks with one Syracuse agency who is trying to break the stigmas attached to the word disabled, and introduces viewers to a grassroots advocate who shares what is lacking with the ADA in 2020.
* Capitol Pressroom, WCNY's live weekday radio broadcast from the Legislative Correspondents Association Pressroom at State Capitol in Albany, will present four themed Move to Include segments in July.

Iowa PBS
* The Life Autistic / Airs July 13 at 8 p.m. CT on Iowa PBS
This Iowa PBS produced documentary explores the challenges and successes of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), at different stages in life and range on the spectrum. Host Tyler Leech, a member of Iowa's community of people with autism, guides us through all twelve stories from the original Iowa PBS web series.
* Accessibility Now / Airs July 20 at 8 p.m. CT on Iowa PBS
Told firsthand by Iowans with disabilities, this half-hour documentary examines how the Americans with Disabilities Act has helped improve their lives and how they continue to face barriers to equality.
Nationally, the WORLD Channel will broadcast a collection of films from its America ReFramed series. WORLD is making this collection free-of-charge to public media stations across the country (check local listings). Selected films for Move to Include are:
* Vision Portraits: Acclaimed director Rodney Evans takes viewers on a personal journey as he ponders how the deterioration of his vision will impact his life. Airs: July 4 at 10 p.m. ET
* Enter the Faun: A choreographer and an actor with cerebral palsy collaborate to prove that everybody can transform. Airs: Tuesday, July 7 at 8 p.m. ET
* Deej: The story of DJ Savarese ("Deej"), a gifted, young writer and advocate for nonspeaking autistics. Airs: Tuesday, July 14 at 8 p.m. ET
* Intelligent Lives: Pioneering teens with intellectual disabilities work for increased inclusion and independence. Airs: Tuesday, July 21 at 8 p.m. ET
* Perfectly Normal for Me: An after-school dance program for kids with physical disabilities prepares for a spring recital. Airs: Tuesday, July 28 at 8 p.m. ET

WORLD will also showcase content created by the six stations in a special two-hour block of Move to Include documentaries and programs on Sunday, July 26 from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Move to Include was launched in Rochester, New York in 2014 as a local partnership between WXXI and the Golisano Foundation, the nation's largest private foundation devoted to supporting programs for people with intellectual disabilities. The Foundation, which also donated $20 million to build Southwest Florida's Golisano Children's Hospital, has provided more than $1 million in funding to date for Move to Include in Rochester. The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) awarded the initiative a $645,000 grant to help expand the multimedia initiative to these five public media organizations over 16 months.

"Public media's mission is to make high quality programming free and accessible to all, and Move to Include is an important part of ensuring inclusion for people with disabilities," said Pat Harrison, president and CEO of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. "CPB is proud to support this effort by local public media stations to strengthen our civil society by building more inclusive communities."

The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), a private, nonprofit corporation created by Congress in 1967, is the steward of the federal government's investment in public broadcasting. It helps support the operations of more than 1,500 locally owned and operated public television and radio stations nationwide. CPB is also the largest single source of funding for research, technology, and program development for public radio, television, and related online services.

For more information, visit https://www.cpb.org/ and follow us on Twitter @CPBmedia, Facebook, LinkedIn, and subscribe for other updates.

WXXI Public Media is the essential, life-long educational media resource for the Greater Rochester area in New York State. WXXI puts the community first with programming that stimulates and expands thought, inspires the spirit, opens cultural horizons and promotes understanding of diverse community issues. WXXI also has a long-term affiliation with Little Theatre, which helps enhance the cultural life of the community and strengthens two of Rochester's most vital arts institutions. Log on to https://www.wxxi.org/ for more information about our services and programs.

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Twitter: #MovetoInclude @CPBmedia #MTIpublicmedia @WXXIrochester

July 2020 marks the 30th anniversary of President Bush signing into law the Americans with Disabilities Act. In celebration of this civil rights law, WXXI Public Media (Rochester, New York) is leading a pilot project to expand its innovative "Move to Include" initiative into five additional communities.

Related link: https://www.cpb.org/

Tenorshare 4MeKey is Now Available: iCloud Activation Lock Bypassed Easily

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Tenorshare has just released a new product named 4MeKey. It can help you easily bypass the iCloud activation lock on your iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch, thus you can access a locked device without an Apple ID and password!

ICloud activation lock can protect your Apple device from being illegal used by anyone else. Once locked, you can't use the device at all. This is not friendly for secondhand devices. That is why 4MeKey come out. It can unlock iCloud activation lock easily. After unlock, you can log in with a new Apple ID through App Store or iTunes in Settings to download apps over Wi-Fi.

What are the main features of Tenorshare 4MeKey?
1. Unlock iCloud without Apple ID/Password
4MeKey can remove activation lock in various scenarios even if the Apple ID and password are unknown.
* Reset the phone but forgot the activation passcode
* Got a second-hand iPhone from a friend without an Apple ID
* Apple ID was hacked and the device was erased remotely

2. Remove previous iCloud activation lock
After the iCloud activation lock is deleted, the previous Apple ID will no longer be tracked. You are free to use the device.

3. Use a new Apple ID
After bypassing the activation lock, you can enter a new Apple ID and log into the Apple Store to download apps via Wi-Fi.

4. Compatible with iOS devices widely
It not only supports iPhone 5S to iPhone X, but also supports various models of iPad and iPod from iOS 12.3 to the latest 13.5.1, excluding iOS 12.4.5 / 12.4.6 / 12.4.7.

Price and Availability:
Download the trial version to check if your phone is compatible. For 1-5 devices, it is available at 49.95 USD per month. You can get a lifetime license for $69.95. 4MeKey supports Mac only, but a Windows version will be supported in the near future.

Learn more at: https://www.tenorshare.com/products/4mekey-activation-unlocker.html

About Tenorshare Software
Founded in 2007, Tenorshare has been the leader in iOS data and system recovery. It provides the perfect solution for iOS data recovery, data transfer, system repair, and more. More information: https://www.tenorshare.com/.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TenorshareOfficial/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Tenorshare
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Disclaimer: This product is for personal use only. Misuse for commercial or illegal purposes is strictly forbidden.

Tenorshare has just released a new product named 4MeKey. It can help you easily bypass the iCloud activation lock on your iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch, thus you can access a locked device without an Apple ID and password!

Related link: https://www.tenorshare.com/

Maglite and Movember – Two Iconic Worldwide Brands Partner to Shine Light on Men’s Health

ONTARIO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Maglite and Movember are partnering to shine a light on men's health and well-being. The Movember Mini Maglite(R) AA PRO LED is available now. Owning one will shine a light on your support of men's health issues and a percentage of the proceeds will go to supporting the causes championed by Movember.

Founded in 2003, Movember has funded more than 1,250 men's health related projects globally and is the leading charity changing the face of men's health on a global scale, focusing on mental health and suicide prevention, prostate cancer and testicular cancer. Movember uses funding to impact men's health both locally and globally, investing in country- and culture-specific health projects while collaborating on game-changing solutions that address the men's health crisis on a global scale.

During the month formerly known as November, men grow moustaches to raise funds and awareness for men's health. These funds help develop innovative, breakthrough research and support programs year-round that inspire and empower men to live happier, healthier and longer lives. Now you can support the mission and get an iconic Maglite flashlight also.

"We are very proud to join Movember in their critical mission," said Tony Maglica, founder and CEO of Mag Instrument. "They are one of the leading charities changing the face of men's health."

"We're excited to be joining forces with Maglite and as we honor the Dads in our lives, we are reminded about the important work that still needs to be done in men's health. We continue our mission in helping men across the globe lead healthier lives in turn contributing to healthier families and communities," said Elizabeth Phipps Drewett, U.S. Director of Corporate Partnerships, Movember.

Learn more https://maglite.com/collections/movember

About Movember

Movember is the leading charity changing the face of men's health on a global scale, focusing on mental health and suicide prevention, prostate cancer and testicular cancer.

Movember raises funds to deliver innovative, breakthrough research and support programs that enable men to live happier, healthier and longer lives. Committed to disrupting the status quo, millions have joined the movement, helping fund over 1,250 projects worldwide.

In addition to tackling key health issues faced by men, Movember is working to encourage men to stay healthy in all areas of their life, with a focus on men staying socially connected and becoming more open to discussing their health and significant moments in their lives.

Its vision is to have an everlasting impact on the face of men's health. To donate or learn more, visit https://us.movember.com/

About Mag Instrument:

Mag Instrument, manufacturer of the MAGLITE(R) flashlight, is proud to be a U.S.A. manufacturer. Each flashlight is a result of an obsession with fine engineering, craftsmanship and a commitment to perfection. Learn more: http://maglite.com/

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MEDIA ONLY CONTACT:
Lou Desmond
for Mag Instrument
+1-951-258-6466
lou@dandlpr.com

Maglite and Movember are partnering to shine a light on men's health and well-being. The Movember Mini Maglite AA PRO LED is available now. Owning one will shine a light on your support of men's health issues and a percentage of the proceeds will go to supporting the causes championed by Movember.

Related link: https://maglite.com/

RMA Presents Long-term Strategic Finance Action Plan for North Miami Beach

NORTH MIAMI BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- RMA (www.RMA.us.com) presented their combined 5-Year Strategic Finance Plan and Action Plan for the City of North Miami Beach to the CRA Board on Thursday, June 25. The award-winning consulting firm developed a clear and concise roadmap to prioritize and guide redevelopment in the CRA area. This plan was unanimously approved by the Board.

RMA's presentation detailed long-term development projects within the CRA District and highlighted targeted redevelopment zones for investment, making it easier to allocate resources and implement distinctive branding and marketing campaigns.

A video of the meeting can be viewed at http://www.citynmb.com.

"RMA has done a tremendous job in developing this Actionable Finance Plan," said Esmond Scott, City Manager who also serves as the CRA Executive Director. "Their team focused on the best strategies for revitalizing underutilized areas and tapping into each district's unique potential. Beyond a list of goals, this plan provides a strategic path to success.

Key recommendations in the Plan include:
1. Transformation of the Snake Creek Canal area, capitalizing on its potential to become a regional waterfront amenity.
2. Create a lively urban "main street" along Hanford Blvd/164, which could feature ground floor restaurants, bars, cafes, offices and artists' studios.
3. Expand the current mural program, and more aggressively identify locations for murals and public art to enhance cultural community pride and diversity.
4. Encourage the City to continue assisting local businesses and take advantage of the mom & pop business cluster north of the canal while adopting incentive programs specific to further the redevelopment of this area.
5. Create a bold and beautiful Civic Commons atmosphere with a grand Boulevard or promenade in the area which currently predominantly features governmental institutions, a theater, offices and schools.
6. Attract private investment to transform underutilized parcels and industrial space into a future industrial arts area with maker's spaces and repurposed co-working spaces.
7. Develop a complete streets initiative along 163rd Corridor to create an area that invites residents to stroll the neighborhood.

"These are just a few of the recommendations featured in the plan that RMA presented to the Board," said Sharon McCormick, RMA's Director of Business Attraction & Marketing. "We are honored to be part of the City's team in revitalizing this dynamic community, and we look forward to implementing the next steps."

RMA has partnered with the City on multiple initiatives over the course of the last several years including economic development and incentive strategies, planning & zoning, and marketing & branding. One of RMA's most remarkable achievements for North Miami Beach was the Land Use and Zoning Amendments, which led to the City's tax base increasing by 17% in one year city-wide and by 46% in the CRA District. RMA also developed the recent North Miami Beach Recovery and Resilience Plan, which focused on the best strategies for moving forward economically from the COVID-19 crisis.

About RMA:

Founded in 2009 by Kim Briesemeister and Chris Brown, RMA is comprised of a phenomenal team of leading experts in economic development, real estate for governments, marketing, urban design and financial analysis. RMA, headquartered in Pompano Beach, Florida is a highly experienced, full-service economic redevelopment consulting and management firm, specializing in revitalizing core areas and corridors for cities, counties and special districts nationwide. The co-founders are also the authors of one of the definitive books about city redevelopment, "Reinventing Your City: 8 Steps to Turn Your City Around."

Media Contact:
Kay Renz, for RMA
Kay@KRPRmediagroup.com
561-654-8151

RMA presented their combined 5-Year Strategic Finance Plan and Action Plan for the City of North Miami Beach to the CRA Board on Thursday, June 25. The award-winning consulting firm developed a clear and concise roadmap to prioritize and guide redevelopment in the CRA area. This plan was unanimously approved by the Board.

Related link: http://www.rma.us.com/

University Kia of Durham Donates Face Shields to Duke-Health

DURHAM, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- A donation of Personal Protective Equipment assembled at Kia's U.S. plant is the latest element of Kia Motors' "Accelerate The Good" program. To aid in the fight against COVID-19, University Kia of Durham has donated more than 100 face shields for medical worker use at Duke.

This delivery is the latest element of Kia Motors' Accelerate The Good program, which includes national and local level initiatives implemented in response to the pandemic. Each of Kia's 757 retailers nationwide are making similar donations to the hospital or medical facility of their choosing, totaling more than 75,000 face shields across all 50 states.

"Kia has really stepped up in this time of need and we are honored to do our part and by helping Duke-Health in the fight against COVID-19 by providing badly needed face shields to medical workers here in Durham," said Aric Swanger, General Manager, University Kia of Durham. "We are grateful for the hard work and dedication these frontline medical workers exhibit every day to save lives in our community."

The latest face shield deliveries are the latest in a series of initiatives Kia Motors America implemented in response to COVID-19. The program, called Accelerate The Good, previously saw Kia donating $1 million to multiple non-profit partners that assist homeless youth nationwide, including Covenant House, StandUp for Kids and Family Promise.

The $1 million donation was designed to help homeless youth in all 50 states receive much needed shelter and care needed during this time. In addition, earlier face shield donations - more than 300,000 thus far - were made to hospitals and medical facilities in hard hit metropolitan areas such as Atlanta, Chicago, Detroit, Los Angeles and New York City.

For more information about University Kia, please visit their website at: https://universitykiaofdurham.com/

A donation of Personal Protective Equipment assembled at Kia's U.S. plant is the latest element of Kia Motors' "Accelerate The Good" program. To aid in the fight against COVID-19, University Kia of Durham has donated more than 100 face shields for medical worker use at Duke.

Related link: https://universitykiaofdurham.com/

Last Week to Nominate for a Free Roof – Open to Travis County Residents

AUSTIN, Texas /ScoopCloud/ -- Austin Roofing and Construction has been giving away free roofs since 2015. Roofing damage does not discriminate and we have had some bad storms this year.

If you know a homeowner who has found themselves in dire straits and in need of a roof, or if that homeowner is you, please nominate at 512-629-4949 or https://www.austinroofingandconstruction.com/free-roof

Nominations are being taken through the month of June with the recipient being released on July 15, 2020. Work will be completed within the following few weeks. All nominations will receive consideration for their property's needs. Christine has already recommended 2 nominees to Rebuilding Together Austin which remodels the exterior and interior of homes, especially making them handicapped accessible.

This program is run by Cindy Spackman; it helps seniors, the disabled and veterans to stay in their homes. This amazing organization is just one of the partners that Austin Roofing has fostered to best assist our community in every way they can.

Tim was born in Texas, he found Christine in Colorado and in 2012 they moved to Austin with their 2 sons. Austin Roofing and Construction started in their South Austin master bedroom in 2013. Tim comes from a construction background where Christine was trained in hospitality. Combining their training produced a company with strong professional knowledge delivered with world class customer service.

Texas style they decided to set the bar high, aiming to change the industry, and to be the kind of contractor you actually want to call. Creating a culture that provides great experiences for clients & also for their teams, they believe in paid time off & benefits, items almost unheard of for a residential roofing salesperson. World class customer service experiences start with a work culture that cares for its team.

World Class Customer Service Experiences Start with a Work Culture that Cares for Its Team

Tim & Christine found a passion in helping to house the homeless in Austin through a partnership with Community First! Village, a small-house community in East Austin, for the formerly homeless. They gave back over $35K in 2019, donating 11 metal roofs in the new construction phase which is building 300 more small houses for the future "formerly homeless" over the next few years.

"Helping some of our most vulnerable citizens create a new life with purpose and meaning makes our everyday work worthwhile," said Tim Bowen, President of Austin Roofing and Construction.

If you do own your home you know that home-life can be pretty peaceful, that is until something puts a hole in the roof. Home improvement needs can come out of seemingly nowhere, so to assist more broadly in these times, they have increased access to home improvement financing. They are able to fund the highest amount of financing requests due to funding scores as low as 500 with many lenders. These loans have interest rates as low as 4.99%, terms of 2 - 12 years and fund as fast as 24 hours. Keeping your home safe & secure while keeping the budget intact. Wanting everyone to have a healthy and safe place to shelter, especially right now.

Home Improvement Financing - 60 Seconds & Does Not Affect Credit Score: https://www.austinroofingandconstruction.com/HomeImprovementFinancing

Learn more about the company at: https://www.austinroofingandconstruction.com/

Public & Media Contact
Christine Bowen
Christine@AustinRoofingAndConstruction.com
512-629-4949 - Office

Austin Roofing and Construction has been giving away free roofs since 2015. Roofing damage does not discriminate and we have had some bad storms this year. If you know a homeowner who has found themselves in dire straits and in need of a roof, or if that homeowner is you, please nominate.

Doggy Dashing on June 27 – Walking Together to Save Lives

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Sacramento SPCA is hosting their annual Doggy Dash this Saturday, June 27, 2020 - and this year is sure to offer more than just another walk in the park.

Now celebrating its 27th anniversary, the Doggy Dash has grown into Northern California's largest 2K/5K dog walk and pet festival - with a goal this year to raise $185,000 in registrations and donations to support the lifesaving programs that help animals and the people who love them in the Sacramento region. Donations from last year's Doggy Dash helped the Sacramento SPCA provide direct care to more than 35,000 animals in 2019.

With restrictions placed on large groups events due to the COVID-19 health crisis, the Sacramento SPCA shifted its largest community event and fundraiser of the year from a gathering at Sacramento's iconic William Land Park to a virtual experience.

"Just because we can't walk side by side, doesn't mean we can't still walk together to save lives," said Dawn Foster, Sacramento SPCA Marketing and Communications Director.

An estimated 5,000 animal lovers usually gather at William Land Park for this special event each year, with and without their canine companions - to raise funds for animals at the Sacramento SPCA and enjoy pet-friendly vendors, demonstrations, contests, food trucks, beer garden, local entertainment and more!

"During these challenging times, when other shelters have closed their doors and cancelled events, the Sacramento SPCA has found ways to adapt and continue saying 'yes' to the community's animals and the people who love them," said Foster. "Saving lives isn't cancelled - and neither is the Doggy Dash."

Pet enthusiasts living far and wide are encouraged to join the Sacramento SPCA on June 27, 2020 from their neighborhoods, parks and trails for the 2k/5k walk and also connect online to share photos and enjoy the event's live broadcast and pet festival.

For the first time in the Doggy Dash's 27-year history, participation will not be limited by one's zip code. "By participating in our own communities, people and dogs who would not normally be able to participate at William Land Park, can now do so," added Foster.

The virtual event will be kicked off LIVE on the shelter's Facebook page at 9 a.m.; participants will hear from the Sacramento SPCA's CEO, Kenn Altine, meet adoptable animals, say hello to some very special community partners, learn more about how the Sacramento SPCA has continued to save lives during the shelter-in-place and witness a very special kick-off to the 2K/5K walk.

Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/SacSPCA/

Doggy Dashers are encouraged to share photos and video of them and their dogs walking and participating in the event's activities throughout the day using the hashtag #dashreleashed.

As the only full-service 100% non-profit animal shelter in the Sacramento region, the Sacramento SPCA relies on donations from individuals, businesses and foundations to support their work. They are local, independent, and do not receive funding from state or local government agencies.

Supporting this year's Virtual Doggy Dash by walking, sharing or donating will help Sacramento SPCA continue to give more than shelter to the animals who need it most.

To register for the event or donate to help animals in need, visit http://www.sspca.org/dash.

About the Sacramento SPCA:

Founded in 1892, the Sacramento SPCA has been providing homeless animals with individual comfort, shelter, and love for more than 128 years. They provide compassionate medical care to tens of thousands of animals annually and offer a variety of programs and services designed to keep people and pets together for life.

Learn more:
* https://www.sspca.org/dash
* https://www.facebook.com/SacSPCA/
* https://www.instagram.com/sacramento_spca/
* https://www.twitter.com/SacramentoSPCA

MEDIA CONTACT:
Dawn Foster, Sacramento SPCA Marketing & Communications Director dfoster@sspca.org or (916) 802-0915

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*Photo caption: Participants enjoy event festivities to benefit animals in need during the 2019 Doggy Dash.

The Sacramento SPCA is hosting their annual Doggy Dash this Saturday, June 27, 2020 - and this year is sure to offer more than just another walk in the park. Now celebrating its 27th anniversary, the Doggy Dash has grown into Northern California's largest 2K/5K dog walk and pet festival.

Related link: https://www.sspca.org/

Tree Care Marketing Company Sees Its Most Explosive Growth Amidst 2020 Pandemic

WEST CHESTER, Pa. /ScoopCloud/ -- "The tree service companies that consistently thrive are those that ramp up their marketing efforts during times of recession, such as the economic downturn of the COVID-19 pandemic." This statement comes from Don Dowd, owner and founder of Tree Leads Today. "During economic lulls, many make the mistake of scaling back their marketing out of fear."

If a company's workflow becomes inconsistent, owners may lose their qualified arborists and climbers to their competitors. Without a solid team, a tree company is at risk of failure.

Tree Leads Today is a nationwide tree care marketing company with clients extending as far north as Waterville, Maine, as far west as Maui, Hawaii and to the south to Key West, Florida. They deliver 50 to 1,000 exclusive leads per month to every one of their tree care company partners.

As Dowd explains, they assign a personal client manager to each of their tree company partners, providing ongoing advice for online and offline marketing campaigns for continual, consistent lead generation. They cater to companies' ever-changing needs, such as ramping up, ramping down, or pausing their marketing when their businesses surge to the point they can't keep up with their expanding customer base.

Tree Leads Today works with the largest nationwide tree companies, such as Bartlett Tree Service and Davey Tree Experts, as well as startup and small companies. Unlike other lead systems, the leads they provide are 100% exclusive. This means they aren't shared with any other tree companies in the zip codes that have been specially reserved for their partners. Tree companies get the calls directly from their leads, a unique feature of Tree Leads Today that makes the process transparent and immediate.

Also, as Don explains, "We have found that 6% of leads are bad, so we built a 10% 'bad lead allowance' into the equation. So, for example, if you are a tree service with a 100-leads-per-month plan, we give you 110 leads per month to ensure we've got you covered."

Tree Leads Today maintains close relationships with all of their partnering tree companies. They look forward to the TCI Expo, the industry's biggest yearly event, to see their partners in person and network with thousands of exhibitors, educators, tree company owners, and equipment suppliers. Unfortunately, it was just announced by the host of the event, TCIA (Tree Care Industry Association), that this year's Expo is cancelled due to COVID-19 guidelines. Don says he and his team are disappointed, but look forward to attending next year. In the meantime, Tree Leads Today continues to thrive through the COVID-19 pandemic, with record-breaking growth in lead generation for the months of May and June, 2020.

Call Tree Leads today to see if your zip codes are available, 610-601-9100.

Learn more: http://www.treeleadstoday.com/

Click here for client form: https://www.treeleadstoday.biz/client-form/

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"The tree service companies that consistently thrive are those that ramp up their marketing efforts during times of recession, such as the economic downturn of the COVID-19 pandemic." This statement comes from Don Dowd, owner and founder of Tree Leads Today. "During economic lulls, many make the mistake of scaling back their marketing out of fear."

Related link: http://www.treeleadstoday.com

Tech Company HoloPundits Offers Free Augmented Reality Fireworks for July 4

DUBLIN, Ohio /ScoopCloud/ -- While social distancing guidelines are still in effect, many Fourth of July celebrations have been put on hold. Though nothing can replace the magic of real fireworks, HoloPundits, a technology company, created a free augmented reality experience available to anyone with a smartphone or tablet.

"We wanted to make something special for the public to enjoy," said HoloPundits Founder and CEO Vinod Dega. "With our app, Fourth of July fireworks can be brought to life wherever you are through augmented reality."

The app, TotalAR, puts dazzling displays in the sky through a smartphone or tablet, giving the viewer the opportunity to see fireworks as if standing right under them.

The 12-minute fireworks display will be available to view between 9 p.m. and midnight local time on July 4. Watch it once or multiple times before midnight.

Communities across the country are promoting this virtual display as an alternative to in-person fireworks events.

Available now on TotalAR are other augmented reality experiences - all at no cost and free of ads. Experience a rainbow, floating lanterns, a hot air balloon launch, and a UFO landing all from the comfort of your home or your favorite social-distancing location.

"People can enjoy the holiday safely, and that is important to us," said Dega.

To enjoy the experience, download the TotalAR app for free at GooglePlay or the AppStore (no ads appear in this app). Allow the app to enable camera and location services, open the app and click on the Geo AR option.

View the promo video here (YouTube): https://youtu.be/cSdoEGjkomg

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HoloPundits is also available for on-camera interviews. Please send inquiries to Doug Smith at Doug.Smith@HoloPundits.com or call 614-371-2595.

About HoloPundits

HoloPundits is a global technology company with expertise that spans the entire spectrum of AR, VR, and mixed reality. Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio with offices in Chennai, India, HoloPundits works with brands across a variety of industries to transform their experience through immersive technology.

For more about HoloPundits, visit our website: https://www.holopundits.com/about-us.html

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While social distancing guidelines are still in effect, many Fourth of July celebrations have been put on hold. Though nothing can replace the magic of real fireworks, HoloPundits, a technology company, created a free augmented reality experience available to anyone with a smartphone or tablet.

Related link: https://www.holopundits.com/

New Internet Radio Station Founded by ‘Dream Team’ of Radio Personalities

20-0625s2p-tncradio-live-696x522.jpg /ScoopCloud/ -- TNCRadio.LIVE announced today that some well-known radio personalities along with others have come together to help create a new Internet Radio and Mixed-media company focused on those who spend their day driving the streets of Houston.

TNCRadio.LIVE an Internet Radio station launching July 1, 2020, provides Houston TNC, delivery, repair service and other full-time drivers up-to-the-minute details they need to be safer, smarter, and more successful. They do this by providing accurate and timely traffic, weather, and emergency information along with driver-designed programming throughout the broadcast day.

Managing Partner, Tom Kelley said, "This team came together in a remarkable way. We have IT professionals, social media experts, and finance support all focused on the same goal. We are also excited that several radio personalities have joined the team. As a mixed-media information distribution company, we hope to disrupt the Houston Internet Radio market in a way that is positive for our listeners and our advertisers."

Kelley went on to discuss some of the on-air personalities who have joined the company as partners. Jim Kovacik, Vice President of Programming (formerly, 'Jimbo,' 97.9 The Box) has been a ratings leader in the Houston market for years. Author, on-air personality and mixed-media journalist, Shelley Johnson is the Vice President of Business Development. Additionally, Houstonians will recognize the strong and trusted voice of Vice President of Operations, Ron Samuels.

"Combined, that's nearly 100 years of broadcast experience right there. It is a real 'Dream Team' of radio broadcasters moving into the new world of Internet Radio and mixed-media communications. As the market moves to an Internet based format, these radio greats have kept up with the times and made the move as well," said Kelley.

Jim Kovacik, who also manages the station's strategic business relationships, announced the new station has developed partnerships with a variety of companies. "We have teamed with WAZE to power our Traffic Navigation Center. Plus, we are working closely with TranStar and other digital broadcasters to create a system that provides information and entertainment across multiple formats focused on our core audience."

Shelley Johnson said, "We are positioned to be a strong leader in the Houston Mixed-media advertising market. It is not like the old days at all. While our goal is to allow drivers to keep their 'eyes on the road and their ears on us,' much of our advertising and our information content is available on our app, videos, website, podcasts, and streaming. Our advantage is that we can bring real-time information across multiple platforms while concentrating on the health and safety of our drivers. This brings a level of security that they have not had in the past. It also gives our sponsors a place to deliver their message directly to those who need their goods and services."

Known for his powerful voice on several San Francisco and Houston area radio stations, Ron Samuels is no stranger to the Houston market. When asked about why such a well-known radio personality would jump into the world of Internet Radio at this point in his career, Samuels said, "My family keeps asking me when I plan to retire. I'm not sure that's in my nature. These guys have done their research and we are almost ready to launch. I am excited to be part of something that brings the power of Radio to the Digital age.

Our audience delivers people, car-parts, food, furniture, and groceries. Others drive from site-to-site doing repairs, etc. It won't be long before the professional drivers of Houston have a new favorite radio station."

TNCRadio.LIVE, scheduled to launch July 1, 2020, provides on-going weather, traffic, and emergency information to Houston area drivers. The station is privately owned. TNCRadio.LIVE is a DBA of IMSICO, LLC, a Texas Company and can be accessed via Alexa, a number of Internet Radio Directories or by visiting the company website.

If you would like more information about this topic, please call Ambar Mendez, Director of Digital Marketing at 281-870-2700, or visit the website https://tncradio.live or email info@tncradio.live

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TNCRadio.LIVE announced today that some well-known radio personalities along with others have come together to help create a new Internet Radio and Mixed-media company focused on those who spend their day driving the streets of Houston.

Related link: https://tncradio.live

WildPlum Adds Wild Wine and Summer Spirits to Kickstart the 4th of July Steamboat Style!

STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- Life is about to get a little wild and crazy, fun and tasty, at the base of Steamboat Springs! WildPlum, a community centered eatery, grocer and spirits destination, that brings elevated goodness to the mountain community of Steamboat Springs, will kick off the 4th of July in high style, offering wine, spirits, pizza and ice cream specials.

"We are so excited to bring the very best to Steamboat and our neighbors," said WildPlum Owner, Kori McClurg. "Amazing deals on our wines, spirits, delicious pizza and ice cream."

McClurg said visitors can enjoy great deals on WildPie Pizza for $3 a slice and ice cream for $2 a scoop.

The wine and spirit specials include all Josh Cellars varieties on sale; reds are priced at $12 per bottle and whites at $11 per bottle. Also, WildPlum is discounting their new line of biodynamic wines; Blue Quail.

Blue Quail is WildPlum's new, house recommended, affordable biodynamic wine that is estate grown, family owned and responsibly produced in Russian River, California.

In addition, the Summer Sale will include locally made Jones House Vodka by Family Jones Distillery located in Loveland, Colorado. This local award-winning vodka from American grown corn is diluted with Colorado spring water and packs a punch of local mountain air in every taste!

WildPlum differentiates itself from the average local store by providing curated collections that combine food and beverage ingredients, recipes and spirits pairings to make any novice an expert host.

WildPlum is no ordinary grocery store. We offer most anything, including produce, fine cheeses, dairy, deli, bread, crackers, chips, tortillas, salsa, kid items, cereal, soft drinks, power drinks, pasta, sauces, ice cream and more at the base of one of the best ski mountains in America.

"I'm so proud of the new offerings and the specials we will present in preparation for the 4th of July weekend," McClurg said.

Beyond deals on wine, spirits, pizza and ice cream, WildPlum has big plans for the coming ski season, which includes:
* A kitchen remodel and an enhanced menu to provide more lunch and dinner options including vegan items
* Menu pairing ideas throughout the store to help make meal prep at home easy and convenient
* Patio enhancements
* Expanded bar offerings
* New coffee bar

WildPlum is conveniently located at the base of the mountain in the Highmark building. The new selection of local products ranging from Colorado whiskey to local coffee and bath salts, means there is something unique to take home, for visitors and locals, alike. WildPlum is a locally owned and operated business, bringing you the best Colorado has to offer.

For more information about WildPlum's "Wild Wine & Summer Spirits Sale," visit https://wildplumgrocer.com or contact: Nicole Brooks at nbrooks@crazygoodmarketing.net

WildPlum is a community centered eatery, grocer and spirits destination that brings elevated goodness to the Boat! Located in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, WildPlum is passionate about elevating goodness as a purveyor of epicurean treats, unique spirits and locally curated goodies and gifts. The Eatery is known for its exceptional "WildPie" pizza and great grab and go options. A spacious patio and in-store dining are perfect for breakfast, lunch or a relaxed dinner.

WildPlum, 2525 Village Dr. #1A, Steamboat Springs, CO 970.879.1981

MEDIA CONTACT
Nicole Brooks
Sr. Marketing Specialist
Crazy Good Marketing
nbrooks@crazygoodmarketing.net
o 720-325-2517, 733

Life is about to get a little wild and crazy, fun and tasty, at the base of Steamboat Springs! WildPlum, a community centered eatery, grocer and spirits destination, that brings elevated goodness to the mountain community of Steamboat Springs, will kick off the 4th of July in high style, offering wine, spirits, pizza and ice cream specials.

Related link: https://wildplumgrocer.com

Bridge Point Clean Affiliate Receives High Praise for Providing Delaware Health Facilities with Our Professional Disinfection Services to Combat Covid-19

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Bridge Point Clean, a professional disinfection services and products company, today announced they have received strong praise for their successful disinfection service on Delaware Psychiatric Center of Delaware Health and Social Services.

"The Hospital was very impressed with the services rendered and continued to use the services until we were COVID-19 free," said Y. Brook Tillman, the Director of Delaware Psychiatric Center. "Our partnership was amazing, open and supportive. Your employees were professional, punctual and thorough. Also, the reviews we received from our staff were of high praise and we so appreciate you keeping our work environment clean and fresh as our patients recovered. You will come first in our mind for cleaning services in the future and we appreciate how kind you were to our staff and clients on the Civilian and Prison facilities at the Department of Health and Social Services."

Bride Point Clean strictly follows the guidelines provided by the states, CDC, and FDA. Our team is fully trained and prepared to provide exceptional disinfection services during this unprecedented time. With years of experience, we will go beyond the scope of work that regular janitorial services typically offer to help ensure a safe working environment.

About Bridge Point Clean

Bridge Point Clean and its partners, National Restoration and GClean, provides customers with professional disinfection services and supplies. Recognized by US military, EMS providers, Police, and Fire Departments across the country, our fogging professionals leverage eco-friendly and non-flammable formulas certified by the EPA and CDC to kill coronavirus and other germs with exceptional efficacy. Additionally, our hand and surface sanitizers are the only alcohol-based (FDA-recommended 75% isopropyl) and non-flammable disinfectants on the market.

Contact:
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Call us at (855) 912-8915
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Bridge Point Clean, a professional disinfection services and products company, today announced they have received strong praise for their successful disinfection service on Delaware Psychiatric Center of Delaware Health and Social Services.

Related link: https://www.bridgepoint-clean.com/

IDmission Names Entrepreneurial Executive Miles Busby as New Chief Revenue Officer

BOULDER, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- IDmission, LLC, a global leader in biometric and AI technology that reduces risk associated with false identities, has announced the appointment of Miles Busby as chief revenue officer. Busby, a former managing partner at IronPoint Financial, was brought in to oversee all revenue operations and lead IDmission executives as they prepare to scale the business in the United States and abroad.

An accomplished entrepreneurial executive, Busby has a proven track record of success in leading high-performing sales teams to revenue growth in a variety of highly specialized tech industries. With 30 years' leadership experience, Busby brings IDmission a wealth of knowledge in business growth strategy, strategic revenue planning, and fluency in technical sales.

"We look forward to having Miles' forward-thinking business approaches, which have earned his former businesses much success, including recognition by the Inc. 500 three consecutive years for Fastest Growing US-based Companies and his selection by Ernst & Young as Entrepreneur of the Year (National Finalist)," said Ashim Banerjee, president and CEO of IDmission.

"IDmission is one of few global companies to reach the prestigious ISO 30107-2 compliance rating, so I am eager to work alongside Mr. Banerjee to scale IDmission as a global leader in biometric and AI technology," Busby said. "We have exciting plans to grow our strategic sales and marketing staff in the US and abroad."

About IDmission

IDmission, a global leader in biometric and AI technology, reduces risk associated with false identities. It is one of only two U.S. based biotech providers, and the sole provider of a proprietary, end-to-end biotech solution for identity theft, through a comprehensive "Know Your Customer" (KYC) platform and automatic ID document analysis across 200 countries and four categories of biometrics: face, fingerprint, iris, and voice. For more information, visit https://www.idmission.com/homepage-en/.

@IDmissionLLC

#KYC #identitytheftprotection #biometrics #biotech

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IDmission, LLC, a global leader in biometric and AI technology that reduces risk associated with false identities, has announced the appointment of Miles Busby as chief revenue officer. Busby, a former managing partner at IronPoint Financial, was brought in to oversee all revenue operations.

Related link: https://www.idmission.com/

OnlyFans Set to Introduce the Free Livestream Series ‘OnlyFans Friday’ with Platinum Music Artist Yung Bleu

LONDON, U.K. /ScoopCloud/ -- Today, popular creator platform OnlyFans (London, United Kingdom) in collaboration with Splash Life Booking (SLB) announces the official launch of a new Livestream content series "OnlyFans Friday" involving celebrity content creators, who will host Free Live Stream performances, exclusively on their OnlyFans Profile. The first live stream show of the series will premiere Friday, June 26, 2020, at 8 p.m. Eastern Time, and will feature Platinum-recording artist, Yung Bleu (a/k/a Bleu Vandross) on his verified OnlyFans account http://www.onlyfans.com/bleuvandross.

The 26-year-old rising star has surpassed 350 million streams establishing a cult-like musical following all over the world. In 2017 the singer-songwriter broke through with the infectious hit single "Miss It" addressing the topic of heartbreak and relatable relationship issues we all experience with our significant other.

Following the release of his first gold single, Bleu followed up with the 5th installment to his popular mixtape series "Investments" which features his second gold single "Ice on Baby" and other stand out songs "Unappreciated" "Slide Thru" and "Smooth Operator" featuring Lil Durk. The buzz and popularity of "Investments 5" grabbed the attention of multi-platinum Grammy-nominated artist Kevin Gates, blessing Bleu with a standout verse on the remix to his hit single "Ice on my Baby." Following the success of their collaboration, Kevin invited Bleu on his first American tour, in the fall of 2018 playing, 35 concerts together, during the "Luca Brasi 3 Tour"

The over 800K YouTube subscribers and nearly one million Instagram followers have spearheaded Yung Bleu into the forefront of Alabama's remerging music scene. In 2019, Bleu released his debut album "Investments 6," on Columbia Records and also expanded his portfolio, by launching his own imprint, Vandross Music Group (VMG). Yung Bleu also opened his first restaurant located, in his hometown of Mobile Alabama, named Gwen's House. The year of 2019 was the year Yung Bleu solidified his Brand in the history books diversifying his investment philosophy into business outside of Entertainment.

With 2020 starting off so unpredictable, Bleu was forced to adjust his approaches like many other musicians and touring performers due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Taking advantage of the downtime Bleu released a surprise project appropriately titled "Since We Inside" in April of 2020 to rave reviews sending Twitter into a viral uproar from the overwhelming response of the fans. Without a single live performance scheduled and no clear signs of rescheduled tours, Bleu felt it was time to give back to his supporters stuck inside the house.

The collaboration with OnlyFans for Only Fans Friday was completely organic and introduced through celebrity touring agency Splash Life Booking founded by Hip Hop super-agent/ promoter Ade "Dollah Dae" Kemp. This connection couldn't have blossomed at a better time as Only Fans is looking to add more star power to their already successful platform.

About OnlyFans

OnlyFans is a content subscription service based in London. Content creators can earn money from users who subscribe to their content-the "fans." OnlyFans was launched in 2016 as a website for social media performers to allow their followers to subscribe for a monthly fee to see clips and photos

About Splash Life Booking

Splash Life Booking celebrity touring agency, established in 2015, specializes in American tours, concerts, live performances, music festivals, and special events. Boasting high profile clients such as Lil Wayne, Future, Kevin Gates, Gunna, MTV Cast of Floribama Shore & Ridiculousness just to name a few.

Currently Splash Life is a collaborative partner with several corporate brands, the largest club in America "Club LaVela" and numerous other prestigious venues in the U.S. Learn more at: https://www.facebook.com/SplashLifeBooking/

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Twitter: @Splash_Booking @OnlyFans #BleuVandross #OnlyFansFriday

Today, popular creator platform OnlyFans (London, United Kingdom) in collaboration with Splash Life Booking (SLB) announces the official launch of a new Livestream content series "OnlyFans Friday" involving celebrity content creators, who will host Free Live Stream performances, exclusively on their OnlyFans Profile.

IDS Expands Settlement Agent Roles in Solitude Solution

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- Mortgage document preparation vendor International Document Services, Inc. (IDS), announced it has updated and expanded several features within its eClose platform Solitude Solution to streamline the closing ceremony and better support the settlement agent's role in the closing process.

Settlement agents now have the ability to view the signing progress alongside borrowers in the eSign Room, making it easier for agents to answer questions that may arise during the closing ceremony. Additionally, settlement agents have access to view all documents in the closing package, rather than just those assigned to the agent as a task.

"By granting more access to settlement agents, we have enabled our clients to more efficiently manage borrower inquiries and keep their process moving," said IDS Vice President and General Manager Mark Mackey. "This change also helps our clients build borrower trust by equipping agents with the knowledge to support each closing package."

To further enhance the efficiency of the process, agents can print wet-signed documents prior to the note date in preparation for the closing ceremony, saving time at the table. Agents also have the capability to create eSign, wet sign or acknowledgement documents and upload them during the preview phase. This functionality simplifies the closing process for the borrower by allowing settlement agents to add their proprietary documents into the final closing package for signing in advance, for their review.

"These updates have been made in IDS' ongoing effort to offer our clients and their borrowers the best possible experience," said Mackey. "Digital closings are constantly evolving, as is Solitude Solution. The role updates will allow settlement agents to more easily complete tasks and lend to a smoother closing process."

About IDS, Inc.

IDS, a Reynolds and Reynolds company, was founded in 1986 in Salt Lake City, Utah, and is a nationwide provider of mortgage documents and compliance. IDS services include eSignatures, closing documents, initial disclosures, document fulfillment and integration with leading loan origination systems and eClosing platforms. The IDS flagship doc prep solution, idsDoc, is recognized in the industry for its ability to be customized to meet specific lender needs, particularly in regard to major industry compliance changes. (https://info.idsdoc.com/)

Mortgage document preparation vendor International Document Services, Inc. (IDS), announced it has updated and expanded several features within its eClose platform Solitude Solution to streamline the closing ceremony and better support the settlement agent's role in the closing process.

Related link: https://info.idsdoc.com/

Michael Jackson Tells His Own Story in Interactive Audio Book Filled with Intimate Voicemail Recordings

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Dieter Wiesner, Michael Jackson's former manager and friend, had many voice recordings from the pop icon, and sought a way to share them with others. He wanted people to know the real Michael Jackson. When he met Yusuf Jah, a published author, he was inspired to write a book where Jackson actually 'told his own story.' "Michael Jackson: The Real Story" (ISBN: 978-1732181397), co-authored by Wiesner and Jah and published by Kingdomedia, is the result of that desire. It gives readers a firsthand account of what Jackson was really like along with some astonishing plans he had in the works - plans that he hoped would change the world.

Through a series of narratives and numerous previously unreleased voicemail messages, readers and listeners now have access to new information that provides a deeper insight into the visionary, business man, father and family man. They'll gain a greater breadth of understanding regarding what Jackson really hoped to achieve in what he thought remained of his life.

Wiesner's collection of Jackson's personal data is impressive. He spent years traveling and living with him so the information he has to share is invaluable in so many ways. He wants people to know Jackson the way he did.

"His memory, his legacy and his dear family all deserve to hear the perspective of someone who was around him and who he trusted within his inner circle," Wiesner says. "He shared things with me that he shared with no one else."

Thanks to publishing audio technology, readers will get to hear the "King of Pop" talk about everything from making business acquisitions and partnering with Disney and Marvel Comics to create a universe of entertainment that would rival any other. He wanted to see more people of color in the board room and hoped to inspire that to happen.

"Sadly, his life was cut short and he was never able to carry out these second phase-of-life plans that would have made him one of the wealthiest people on the planet," Wiesner says. "His plans could have affected not just pop culture, but the world."

In addition to messages about business ventures, the human side of Jackson is touched on too - the one that yearned to have a simpler life where he could do everyday things without being held accountable to millions. Going out for a pizza or sipping a soda for most are non-eventful moments. For Jackson, they were unforgettable.

"We hope this book resurrects the spirit of Jackson," Jah says. "He's no longer part of the physical world, but his passion and desire to implement change certainly is."

"Michael Jackson: The Real Story" is currently available on Audible, Apple Books, Barnes & Noble and more. It's available as an audio book, in print (with audio transcripts) and as an ebook.

Get a book preview and hear some of Jackson's voicemail messages here: https://youtu.be/QydK7GP1JZg

To order a copy on Apple Books: https://books.apple.com/us/book/michael-jackson-the-real-story/id1478133448?ls=1

(Review Copies available upon request).

About the Authors

Dieter Wiesner has more than 20 years of professional business and talent management experience. He provided merchandising for the entertainment industry including high profile clients such as Adidas, Nintendo, WELLA, Lufthansa, Uncle Sam, Coca-Cola and many others.

For more information visit: https://dieterwiesner.com

Yusuf Jah has co-authored several books including: "Fight the Power: Rap, Race and Reality;" and "Uprising: Crips and Bloods Tell the Story of America's Youth in the Crossfire." He is an educator in Los Angeles.

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*Photo Caption: "Michael Jackson: The Real Story"

MEDIA CONTACT:
Joseph David
of Kingdomedia
+1-424-353-1297
kingdomedia7@gmail.com

Dieter Wiesner, Michael Jackson's former manager and friend, had many voice recordings from the pop icon, and sought a way to share them with others. "Michael Jackson: The Real Story" (ISBN: 978-1732181397), co-authored by Wiesner and Jah and published by Kingdomedia, is the result of that desire.

Related link: https://dieterwiesner.com

Danville Congregational Church Chosen Best Place of Worship by East Bay Times Reader’s Choice Awards

DANVILLE, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Danville Congregational Church (DCC) (www.danvillechurch.org) today announced that it was named "Best Place of Worship" for 2020-2021 by the East Bay Times Reader's Choice Awards. The church also received that honor from East Bay Times readers for 2019-2020. This latest recognition will appear in a supplement to be published with the Sunday, June 28 edition of the East Bay Times.

Background

DCC is a progressive spiritual community that is open and affirming of the LGBTQ community, celebrates differences, is committed to anti-racism work, and encourages alternate views. Members come from many religious traditions, from Baptist to Catholic, from Unitarian to Orthodox, or with no church background at all.

Jim and Shii Stickler began attending Danville Congregational Church earlier this year, based upon a friend's recommendation to visit a United Church of Christ (UCC) congregation. "It was important for us to find a church committed to an open and affirming philosophy of acceptance for all, and we have found that at DCC," said Jim Stickler. "The pastors and people of this community really put this into practice and are truly welcoming."

At DCC, church programs and affiliations include the youth group, a sister parish affiliation with San Antonio Catholic Church in Guatemala, and partnerships with the Interfaith Council of Contra Costa County, Hope Solutions, and Shelter, Inc. In addition, DCC provides support to other religious institutions and non-profits that serve communities across Alameda and Contra Costa counties.

An important community resource located on the Danville Congregational Church campus is Dayspring Preschool. Its "inquiry learning" approach promotes the use of a child's natural curiosity and hands-on learning materials. Enrichment classes include music and movement, soccer, and dance. The program goal is to help children develop a life-long love of learning, preparing them for success in kindergarten and beyond.

Online presence

DCC was an early adopter of an online church service driven by the COVID-19 pandemic. From a one-way live stream on March 15, DCC quickly transitioned to a video conference service. The result has been an authentic church experience, with screen displays of announcements, the liturgy, scripture, and recorded music. Since Sunday service moved online, church attendance, program participation, and giving at DCC have all increased significantly.

"This recognition from readers of the East Bay Times reflects the impact our Sunday service and church programs are having on members of our church community, especially now with our virtual presence," said Senior Pastor Rev. Eric Sherlock. "Because we are now online accessible to anyone with a laptop or smartphone, we can engage with people in nursing and retirement homes; family and friends of church members; and others who can't attend a live church service. This will remain an important component of our ministry and programs long after shelter-in-place restrictions have ended."

About Danville Congregational Church

Danville Congregational Church traces its roots to a women's sewing circle, which came together in June of 1954. The group's efforts led to the formation of San Ramon Valley Congregational Church the following year. In June, 1986, members voted to change the name to Danville Congregational Church. Today, Danville Congregational Church is a member congregation of the United Church of Christ. Our denomination formed in 1957, when it completed a process of conversation resulting in the union of two denominations: the Congregational Christian Churches and the Evangelical and Reformed Church.

Learn more: https://danvillechurch.org/

Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DCCUCC

Pastor bios:
Senior Pastor Rev. Eric Sherlock
Associate Pastor Rev. Todd Atkins-Whitley
Read bios: https://danvillechurch.org/meet-our-staff/

Media contact
Chris Rauen
office@danvillechurch.org
925-200-9033

Danville Congregational Church (DCC) today announced that it was named "Best Place of Worship" for 2020-2021 by the East Bay Times Reader's Choice Awards. The church also received that honor from East Bay Times readers for 2019-2020. This latest recognition will appear in a supplement to be published with the Sunday, June 28 edition of the East Bay Times.

Related link: https://danvillechurch.org/

Expert DOJO Invests $1.2 Million in Diverse Startups this June

SANTA MONICA, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- On June 3, 2020, Expert DOJO has announced that its current accelerator cohort has invested in 12 companies. Of 12 investments made, 9 are minority-led businesses, and of the same 12 investments, 4 have female founders.

Find out more about them in this blog post - https://expertdojo.com/weve-got-le-creme-de-la-creme-2020-startup-companies/.

Brian Mac Mahon, Expert DOJO's CEO said, "This is not just a question of fairness, it's a question of common sense. America is a diverse and creatively brilliant country and that is what makes it great."

Mac Mahon encourages all other Angels, Accelerators, Venture Capitalists and influencers in the startup world to make their scorecards public and welcome a new world of opportunity. "This is their chance to invest in a way that will make their children proud."

9 out of the 12 companies are waiting for other investors to follow in Expert Dojo's footsteps and help them raise their seed round of investment. "We really hope America will follow our movement," Mac Mahon said.

About Expert DOJO:

Expert DOJO is the fastest growing start-up community in Southern California based in Santa Monica. It helps early-stage startups through investment, foundation, showcasing, and influence.

Since 2014, It has worked with over 500 startups to accelerate their growth and success. Entrepreneurs love Expert DOJO and the power of our startup community. All entrepreneurs in its programs have agreed to support the whole community as they get stronger together.

Learn more at: https://expertdojo.com/

For additional information, please contact us at info@expertdojo.com

Expert DOJO social media accounts:
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/expert-dojo/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/expertdojo/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ExpertDOJO/
Twitter - https://twitter.com/Expert_Dojo
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/ExpertDOJO
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@expertdojo.com?lang=en

Brian's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianmacmahon2/

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On June 3, 2020, Expert DOJO has announced that its current accelerator cohort has invested in 12 companies. Of 12 investments made, 9 are minority-led businesses, and of the same 12 investments, 4 have female founders.

Related link: https://expertdojo.com/

Associated Colleges of Illinois Board Elects New Leadership for 2020-2021

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Associated Colleges of Illinois (ACI) Board of Trustees (https://acifund.org/board-of-trustees/) elected Lyn Bulman, retired executive vice president of global human resources, Fellowes Brands, to a two-year term as board chair. Bulman succeeded Frank D. Cella, managing director, Marsh USA, Inc., who served as ACI's board chair since 2017.

Bulman, Oak Park, Illinois, who previously served as the board's Program Committee Chair, began her new duties this month. "I am delighted to be taking this role," Bulman told the trustees. "I think ACI is a great organization. I'm very proud of the work that we do, and I think there's a lot of great progress going on that we can continue."

The board also elected Angela T. Allen, Mitchell Titus, Chicago, as treasurer and Finance Committee chair. She succeeded Clifton C. Fenton, who served several years in both roles. The board's other officer, Dr. Jamel Wright, president of Eureka College, remained in her role as ACI president.

First-ever student board representative elected

The Board of Trustees elected Chloe Overstreet, a student at Eureka College (https://www.eureka.edu/), Eureka, Illinois, as the board's first student representative in ACI's 68-year history. Overstreet, from Stillman Valley, Illinois, will begin her junior year at Eureka College this fall, majoring in history and political science, and business administration.

Overstreet was nominated by the board's Trusteeship Committee, which began discussions earlier this year about adding a student to further diversify the board. Currently, the board has 37 corporate members, plus the presidents of ACI's 27 member colleges and universities.

Overstreet is a first-generation college student, who started her college career at Eureka shortly after her father died in a work-related accident. Once at Eureka, she joined ACI's Peer Mentoring Program, aimed at helping first-generation college students through their critical first year. She began as a mentee and is now a mentor to incoming first-generation students.

"The program offered both guidance and financial relief as I was beginning college," Overstreet wrote in a letter to the board. "Access to emergency funds provided the relief that I needed to start college." Serving as an ACI board member will provide a student perspective and help other students access opportunities that ACI provides, Overstreet added.

In May, Overstreet recorded a video about her experience at Eureka College and the Peer Mentoring Program for ACI's annual fundraising event, a virtual event this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Her video can be viewed at https://acifund.org/2020-aci-virtual-benefit-reception/

New committee chairs, vice chairs elected

The board also elected chairs and vice chairs of its five standing committees. Each was elected to a two-year term:
* Advancement: Anthony LoBello, Chicago, chair, and Donald A. Campbell, Jr., retired from Campbell & Co., vice chair
* Communications: Angie Winschel, Almanac, Inc., St. Louis, chair, and Holly Bartecki, Jasculca Terman Strategic Communications, Chicago, vice chair
* Finance: Angela T. Allen, chair; Bradley Summers, Wells Fargo, Chicago, vice chair
* Program: Debora L. Osgood, Hogan Marren Babbo & Rose, Ltd., Chicago, chair; Justin Lee Allen, BDJ Trucking Co., Schaumburg, vice chair
* Trusteeship: Jerry Murphy, retired from DeVry Education Group, chair; and Barry C. Mastin, Jr., Liberty Mutual Insurance Co., Chicago, vice chair

About ACI:

Associated Colleges of Illinois (ACI) is a collaboration of 27 private, independent colleges and universities, representing more than 70,000 students. Established in 1952, ACI supports member colleges and universities by advancing independent liberal arts and sciences education and helping underserved students succeed in college, careers and life. The organization raises funds for scholarships, peer mentoring and emergency financial aid, and it provides member services such as professional development conferences and college-to-career seminars and events.

Visit ACI's website (https://acifund.org) for more information.

MEDIA CONTACT:
John Brooks
Associated Colleges of Illinois
jbrooks@acifund.org
Phone 312-263-2391

The Associated Colleges of Illinois (ACI) Board of Trustees elected Lyn Bulman, retired executive vice president of global human resources, Fellowes Brands, to a two-year term as board chair. Bulman succeeded Frank D. Cella, managing director, Marsh USA, Inc., who served as ACI's board chair since 2017.

Related link: https://acifund.org

National Community Stabilization Trust Announces Leadership of Two National Initiatives

WASHINGTON, D.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Today, the National Community Stabilization Trust (NCST) announced its leadership of two national initiatives. First, NCST announced the formation of the Homeownership Alliance, which will advocate for more resources and better policies to increase affordable homeownership opportunities for American families.

Second, NCST announced it will join NeighborWorks America as a partner in leading the Middle Neighborhoods Initiative, which brings attention to neighborhoods across the country that have long been stable communities for middle- and working-class families, but that today are at risk of either decline or displacement from gentrification.

These initiatives both arose in response to unmet needs the national advocacy landscape, and they aim to fill those gaps. Together, they represent a significant new commitment of resources to NCST's policy work aimed at preventing neighborhood blight, promoting stable communities, and supporting affordable homeownership.

Homeownership Alliance

The Homeownership Alliance's members comprise some of the leading nonprofit, mission-focused homeownership practitioners from across the country. These organizations prepare families to become successful homeowners and finance, renovate, and develop affordable homes that are assets for communities and the families that live in them.

"The organizations in the Alliance share the belief that in the United States, homeownership has long served as the most accessible path for families to build assets," stated Atlanta Neighborhood Development Partnership President and CEO John O'Callaghan, one of the founding members of the Alliance. "In addition to increasing wealth, homeownership provides families with the stability needed to achieve other positive outcomes, especially for children."

The Homeownership Alliance will focus on both legislative and regulatory opportunities to increase funding for affordable homeownership by improving and expanding existing programs and creating new sources of funding. Guided by its members, the group's advocacy will reflect the experiences of and lessons learned by some of the nation's most innovative and resilient homeownership developers and lenders.

Kris Siglin, Vice President for Policy and Partnerships at NCST, who is leading the formation of the group, explained, "Mission-driven homeownership practitioners need a voice in Washington that secures new resources for affordable homeownership and bolsters the capacity of nonprofits who operate in this sector. Creating this coalition will provide a more focused, practitioner-driven voice for homeownership than currently exists in the housing advocacy spectrum."

"As we look for look for strategies to confront inequality and reduce the racial wealth gap, affordable, sustainable homeownership is our nation's most proven tool to build wealth for families and stabilize communities," added NCST President Julia Gordon.

The Homeownership Alliance has 21 Founding Members. They are: Atlanta Neighborhood Development Partnership (GA); cdcb (TX); Center for Community Self Help (NC); Champlain Housing Trust (VT); CHN Housing Partners (OH); Cinnaire (MI); Community Housing Capital (GA); Fahe (KY); Homewise (NM); Hogar Hispano (DC); Housing Development Fund (CT); Indianapolis Neighborhood Housing Partnership (IN); MaineStream Finance (ME); Neighborhood Housing Services of Chicago (IL); NeighborWorks Columbus (GA); NeighborWorks Southern Colorado (CO); NeighborWorks Western Vermont (VT); New Jersey Community Capital (NJ); Renaissance Community Loan Fund (MS); The Housing Partnership, Inc. (KY); and The Resurrection Project (IL).

In addition, ten national partners will participate in the Homeownership Alliance's policy development and advocacy: Enterprise Community Partners; Grounded Solutions Network; Habitat for Humanity; Housing Partnership Network; Local Initiatives Support Corporation; NALCAB - National Association for Latino Community Asset Builders; National NeighborWorks Association; Opportunity Finance Network; Prosperity Now; and Unidos US.

Middle Neighborhoods

NCST is joining with NeighborWorks America as a partner in leading the Middle Neighborhoods Initiative, previously housed at The American Assembly at Columbia University. By bringing attention to middle neighborhoods, this initiative supports the continued health and vitality of these neighborhoods so that they can remain safe, affordable communities that offer a high quality of life and access to opportunity. You can learn more at http://middleneighborhoods.org/.

"We are delighted to announce that NeighborWorks America and NCST will be leading the fight for America' middle neighborhoods. Both of these organizations have a track record of supporting practitioners working to strengthen and rebuild neighborhoods across the country," said Nedra Sims Fears, Executive Director of the Greater Chatham Initiative in Chicago, IL. Fears is a member of the National Middle Neighborhoods Steering Committee and a co-chair of the Middle Neighborhoods Community of Practice.

Going forward, NCST will coordinate national Middle Neighborhoods activities, including conducting research on neighborhood dynamics and developing policy proposals for supporting and investing in middle neighborhoods. NCST will also lead a communication effort focused on the importance of devoting resources to middle neighborhoods. The Steering Committee will continue to advise NCST on the direction of the initiative.

NCST President Julia Gordon stated: "Strong, stable middle neighborhoods offer a high quality of life, affordable housing, and access to opportunity for their residents, many of whom are households of color. The fate of middle neighborhoods matters immensely for racial and economic equity, and NCST is excited to bring its commitment and experience in fighting disinvestment and blight to the Middle Neighborhoods Initiative."

NeighborWorks America will support the Middle Neighborhoods Community of Practice, which brings city officials and neighborhood-based organizations from across the nation together with policy makers, academics, financial institutions, and foundations interested in these efforts. The Community convenes for peer-to-peer learning to share local best practices for supporting middle neighborhoods.

"We are excited to connect local stakeholders who are focused on stabilizing and revitalizing middle neighborhoods with their peers from across the country," said Paul Singh, Vice President of Community Initiatives at NeighborWorks America. "Through the Community of Practice, we hope to expand the toolkit for practitioners who are working to build strong and vibrant middle neighborhoods."

In the coming months, the Middle Neighborhoods Community of Practice will redouble its efforts at recruitment, communication, and collaboration among practitioners and will also catalogue how communities are responding to the COVID-19 crisis. NCST will publish new research on the dynamics and importance of middle neighborhoods and develop policy agendas for supporting and investing in middle neighborhoods.

About NCST:

The National Community Stabilization Trust (NCST) strengthens communities by facilitating the redevelopment and reuse of vacant, single-family homes by providing community-based buyers an opportunity to acquire distressed properties through its REOMatch(TM) platform and by advocating for policies that prevent neighborhood blight, promote stable communities, and support affordable homeownership. Learn more: http://www.stabilizationtrust.org/

About NeighborWorks America:

For more than 40 years, Neighborhood Reinvestment Corp., a national, nonpartisan nonprofit known as NeighborWorks America, has strived to make every community a place of opportunity. Our network of excellence includes nearly 250 members in every state, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. NeighborWorks America offers grant funding, peer-exchange, technical assistance, evaluation tools and access to training, as the nation's leading trainer of housing and community development professionals. NeighborWorks network organizations provide residents in their communities with affordable homes, owned and rented; financial counseling and coaching; community building through resident engagement; and collaboration in the areas of health, employment and education. In the last five years, our organizations have generated more than $40 billion in investment across the country. Learn more: https://www.neighborworks.org/

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oday, the National Community Stabilization Trust (NCST) announced its leadership of two national initiatives. First, NCST announced the formation of the Homeownership Alliance, which will advocate for more resources and better policies to increase affordable homeownership opportunities for American families.

Related link: http://www.stabilizationtrust.org/

National Online Speech Therapy Company Creates Free Resource Library in Response to Pandemic

HOLLYWOOD, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Great Speech, Inc., an online speech therapy company, saw a spike for service demand when the pandemic hit. Founder and Clinical Director, Avivit Ben-Aharon, MS Ed., MA CCC-SLP, also quickly realized that many consumers who desperately needed services, lacked the financial resources or insurance coverage to pay for online services.

With a strong desire to fill the void, Ben-Aharon along with her team of therapists, created a free resource library of how-to videos, eBooks and blogs with speech therapy exercises for children and adults.

"The pandemic has highlighted the strong need for online speech therapy services," Ben-Aharon explained. "Despite stay-at-home and stay-safe orders, we need to keep moving forward. Children who are out of school as well as seniors who are rehabbing from a health crisis such as a stroke, can quickly fall behind in their learning and/or recovery. These free learning and exercise resources empower people to continue to make communication improvements."

These free online speech therapy resources can help everyone from a child who stutters to an adult on the autism spectrum or a senior recovering from a traumatic brain injury. They are also ideal for the parent-turned-teacher for activities and exercises to practice at home. The technology really resonates with how more and more businesses are moving to remote and online operations.

The advantages of online speech therapy are endless. For example, a grandmother in Chicago who has suffered a stroke can connect online with a speech therapist from Houston, while her daughter in Cleveland monitors the session; or a therapist who moves out of town can still provide services to their clients and provide continuity of care.

Great Speech's highly-trained speech therapists provide effective techniques for everything from articulation and phonology to stuttering, voice therapy, aphasia and more. Each speech therapist holds a master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology; a Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA); and is licensed by various state licensing boards.

About Great Speech, Inc.

Since 2014, Great Speech, Inc. has been the pioneer in online speech therapy, delivering convenient and specialized services virtually. Its innovative approach leverages technology to match highly-qualified therapists with clients who are serious about their communication goals. Great Speech believes that everyone deserves the chance to communicate with ease and confidence. Great Speech is a proud recipient of the Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) certification.

For more information about one of the nation's fastest growing online speech therapy practice and to access the free resource library, visit: https://greatspeech.com/

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MEDIA CONTACT:
Karen S. Dennis
for Great Speech, Inc.
of KSD Public and Media Relations
+1-305-527-8876
karensuedennis@gmail.com

Great Speech, Inc., an online speech therapy company, saw a spike for service demand when the pandemic hit. Founder and Clinical Director, Avivit Ben-Aharon, MS Ed., MA CCC-SLP, also quickly realized that many consumers who desperately needed services, lacked the financial resources or insurance coverage to pay for online services.

Related link: https://greatspeech.com/

ReverseVision President Joe Langner Lauded as Mortgage Technology Thought Leader by PROGRESS in Lending Association

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- ReverseVision, the leading technology provider for the Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) and private reverse lending program market, today announced that company President Joe Langner has been honored as a mortgage technology Thought Leader by PROGRESS in Lending Association. In its inaugural year, the awards program honors mortgage technology executives who "are not afraid to step forward and blaze a new trail."

Langner joined ReverseVision as president in March 2020 to help establish HECM and private reverse mortgages as staple programs in mainstream lending portfolios. Since joining the company, Langner has guided its technology coexistence strategy enabling traditional lenders to evaluate and originate HECM and private reverse mortgages alongside their "forward" mortgage counterparts.

"Adopting an API-enabled strategy is critical to positioning ReverseVision for long-term technological relevance as the digital mortgage space enters a period of accelerated growth," said ReverseVision CEO John Button. "By making it possible for loan originators to easily incorporate senior lending products into their origination workflow, Langner is empowering borrowers with choice and a rewarding return on their investment in reverse lending."

About ReverseVision

ReverseVision, Inc. is the leading Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) and private reverse mortgage program sales and origination technology platform, supporting more reverse mortgage transactions than all other systems combined. The company's comprehensive product suite flexes to lenders' unique business and operational models, connecting all lending participants across the entire reverse mortgage lifecycle to meet borrowers where they are in life. A five-time HousingWire TECH100(TM) company, ReverseVision continues to build on its technology's pioneering capabilities with frequent enhancements.

For more information, visit https://www.reversevision.com/.

ReverseVision, the leading technology provider for the Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) and private reverse lending program market, today announced that company President Joe Langner has been honored as a mortgage technology Thought Leader by PROGRESS in Lending Association.

Related link: https://www.reversevision.com/

FileMage Gateway Now Available in the Microsoft Azure Marketplace

SANTA MONICA, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- FileMage, a provider of enterprise-grade cloud migration and file transfer software solutions, today announced the availability of FileMage Gateway in the Microsoft Azure Marketplace, an online store providing applications and services for use on Azure. FileMage Gateway customers can now take advantage of the productive and trusted Azure cloud platform, with streamlined deployment and management.

FileMage Gateway is an FTP and SFTP server backed by Azure Blob storage, providing a fast and secure solution for Azure customers who want to migrate legacy file transfer workflows into the Azure cloud platform. File transfers are streamed in-memory without writing to disk, and changes are seamlessly visible in real time. The solution's flexible folder permission management features allow customers to benefit from the scale and reliability of Azure Blob storage as a file sharing platform with business partners and clients.

"The advantages of Azure Blob storage over disk-based storage are significant. Not having to deal with adding storage capacity, redundancy, or maintaining backups removes a burden off the shoulders of business IT departments. For various reasons, many businesses can't switch to using Azure Blob storage APIs directly. FileMage Gateway fills the gap by providing a drop-in connector between legacy file transfer protocols and Azure Blob storage," said Vanessa Sweeting, Customer Success Manager, FileMage.

"Microsoft Azure Marketplace lets customers worldwide discover, try, and deploy software solutions that are certified and optimized to run on Azure," said Sajan Parihar, Senior Director, Microsoft Azure Platform at Microsoft Corp. "Azure Marketplace helps solutions like FileMage Gateway reach more customers and markets."

The Azure Marketplace is an online market for buying and selling cloud solutions certified to run on Azure. The Azure Marketplace helps connect companies seeking innovative, cloud-based solutions with partners who have developed solutions that are ready to use.

Take a Test Drive of FileMage Gateway at its page in the Azure Marketplace.

About FileMage

FileMage is a software solutions provider specializing in cloud-based file transfer solutions. Our mission is to empower organizations of any size to modernize their legacy file transfer implementations.

Learn more about FileMage at https://www.filemage.io/, or connect on Twitter, Facebook, or LinkedIn.

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FileMage, a provider of enterprise-grade cloud migration and file transfer software solutions, today announced the availability of FileMage Gateway in the Microsoft Azure Marketplace, an online store providing applications and services for use on Azure.

Related link: https://www.filemage.io/

Dogs Trapped in Hot Cars – The Sacramento SPCA is Helping Keep Pets Safe

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- As the Sacramento region heads into an extremely hot week, one local animal welfare organization is taking action to help animals left in hot cars. The Sacramento SPCA is providing thermometers to all animal control officers in Sacramento County in an effort to prevent animals from suffering and dying in hot cars and to hold those who caused this suffering accountable.

Each year police and animals control officers in our community respond to hundreds of calls about animals - most often dogs - left in hot cars. These are reported by Good Samaritans who hear the animals crying for help or, in the worst cases, notice an animal that has passed out or stopped breathing. California law now allows these Good Samaritans to break into the vehicle under certain circumstances.

"We need the community to know that there are consequences to leaving an animal in a car - no matter the reason," said Kenn Altine, CEO of the Sacramento SPCA. "The consequences for the animal are horrific," he said, "but too often the person is not held accountable."

Altine said the thermometers, which are certified tested and calibrated, will allow the animal control officers to accurately capture the ambient air temperature in the vehicle as part of their evidence collection.

"By having a reliable and accurate recording of the temperature using a certified thermometer, we can better hold the people accountable for their actions," said Sacramento County DDA Hilary Bagley-Franzoia. The Sacramento County District Attorney handles cases of animals left in cars.

They've already had several cases this year, including an animal who was left in a car where the temperature reached 130 degrees, causing the animal to have seizures, neuropathy and to bleed through its skin and paws. Forty-five minutes after the animal was freed from the car, its internal temperature was still 108 degrees (normal body temperature for dogs and cats is 101 to 102.5 degrees).

About the Sacramento SPCA:

Founded in 1892, the Sacramento SPCA has been providing homeless animals with individual comfort, shelter, and love for more than 128 years. They provide compassionate medical care to tens of thousands of animals annually and offer a variety of programs and services designed to keep people and pets together for life.

Learn more:
* https://www.sspca.org
* https://www.facebook.com/SacSPCA/
* https://www.instagram.com/sacramento_spca/
* https://www.twitter.com/SacramentoSPCA

MEDIA CONTACT: Dawn Foster, Sacramento SPCA Marketing & Communications Director dfoster@sspca.org or (916) 802-0915

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As the Sacramento region heads into an extremely hot week, one local animal welfare organization is taking action to help animals left in hot cars. The Sacramento SPCA is providing thermometers to all animal control officers in Sacramento County.

Related link: https://www.sspca.org/

Cyber Intelligence Tradecraft Subscription Model from Treadstone 71 Announced

HALF MOON BAY, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Treadstone 71, the leading pure-play cyber intelligence and counterintelligence firm announced the release of a new subscription model. The new model not only includes online, in-depth, standard-based intelligence training, but offers access to CyberIntellipedia and up to four weeks of consulting time.

The two-year subscription trains your staff, drives education across internal boundaries, gives access to years of cyber intelligence program information while providing four weeks access to Treadstone 71 expertise.

"We supplement our training with proven strategies, processes, procedures, and methods through our online knowledgebase wiki," stated Jeff Bardin, Chief Intelligence Officer for Treadstone 71. "Organizations need more than a training class to mature their cyber and threat intelligence programs. Our new subscription model gives organizations the keys to the kingdom to build their own teams efficiently and quickly."

Based on terms and conditions, the program can include unlimited online training for employees for two years. Online courses and webinars available are:
* Analytic Writing
* Adversary Targeting
* Collection Management
* Collection Manager's Course
* Cyber CounterIntelligence Tradecraft - Certified Threat CounterIntelligence Analyst
* Cyber Intelligence Tradecraft - Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst
* Intelligence for the C-Suite
* Intelligence Requirements
* Open Source Intelligence
* Stakeholder Management
* STEMPLES Plus - Indicators of Change
* Strategic Intelligence Analysis, Forecasting, Estimative and Warning Intelligence
* Structured Analytic Techniques

The training is directly supported with artifacts from CyberIntellipedia

The subscription model has a few levels from unlimited training courses, download and licensing of CyberIntellipedia and four weeks consulting over two years, designed to fit your budget and timeline. Treadstone 71's efforts to educate staff targets not only intelligence professionals, but incident responders, SOC personnel, information security staff, risk, governance, and audit staff as well as competitive and physical intel and security groups.

"When you have the training, are given a knowledgebase of targeted artifacts, and have direct access to the source for four weeks, you have everything you need to rapidly build your cyber and threat intelligence program," continued Bardin.

The program includes:
* Any-time access for two years.
* Developed and delivered by Intelligence Community professionals.
* Instructor office hours, access via Slack, questions via online comments, direct access to secure methods of communication to the instructor.
* Two-year unlimited number of students' access to all Treadstone 71 online courses.
* Students also receive course books via the Kindle App (for courses with books), two-year VPN access, two-year access to Hunchly, and lifetime access to Start.me and the Hemingway Editor.
* TERMS AND CONDITIONS APPLY

About Treadstone 71:

Treadstone 71's Certified Threat Intelligence and CounterIntelligence Analyst training are the gold standard in the industry today derived from both academia, the intelligence community, and from Treadstone 71's experience in building cyber and threat intelligence programs at Fortune 500 organizations worldwide. Treadstone 71 offers training, consulting, CyberIntellipedia (knowledgebase wiki), Conscientia (cyber intelligence lifecycle management), and intelligence team program builds and assessments.

Information: https://www.treadstone71.com/index.php/products/subscription

MEDIA CONTACT:
Jeff Bardin
Treadstone 71
info@treadstone71.com
888.714.0071

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Treadstone 71, the leading pure-play cyber intelligence and counterintelligence firm announced the release of a new subscription model. The new model not only includes online, in-depth, standard-based intelligence training, but offers access to CyberIntellipedia and up to four weeks of consulting time.

Related link: https://www.treadstone71.com/

First Los Angeles Dental Clinic That Uses Hospital-Type HVAC Systems to Mitigate Diseases Like COVID-19

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Mi Dentista Dental Clinic in collaboration with a mechanical engineering firm, HVAC Engineering, has set up the first known dental clinic in Los Angeles that uses Negative Pressure Environments to mitigate diseases like COVID-19, namely the disease associated with the SARS-Cov-2 virus.

Novel coronavirus, as the virus is frequently known, is believed to spread via droplets or aerosols produced from coughing, dental procedures, and breathing among others. Thus, the physical proximity between patients and dentists during a typical dental visit may benefit from additional care and attention.

Mi Dentista has set up elegantly-designed high-efficiency negative pressure dental units so that both droplets and aerosols may be rapidly eliminated via a high-speed vacuum. Each unit's reverse flow fan is rated to evacuate up to 2100 CFM (cubic feet of air per minute) which means that the quiet, powerful system may replace the air around every dental unit every 20 seconds. In addition, due to the 6000 CFM rating of the multiple reverse flow fans, the air across the entire dental office may be replaced every 90 seconds. Most importantly, as you can see in the video below, the air around the treatment care area, namely the oral region where dental procedures are carried out, is being constantly replaced and refreshed without interruption.

The negative pressure approach is the same method that large, specialized hospitals use to prevent the transmission of many airborne pathogens like tuberculosis and measles in the form of negative pressure isolation rooms. Yet, without similar support, dentists and dental assistants may have a higher chance of becoming infected and transmitting the disease to others.

"Ventilation systems that provide air movement from a clean (DHCP workstation or area) to contaminated (clinical patient care area) flow direction should be installed...," CDC COVID-19 Guidance for Dental Settings (Updated on May 19, 2020).

"Consider the use of a portable HEPA air filtration unit while the patient is actively undergoing, and immediately following, an aerosol-generating procedure. The use of these units will reduce particle count (including droplets) in the room...." "Consider the use of upper-room ultraviolet germicidal irradiation (UVGI) as an adjunct to higher ventilation and air cleaning rates."

The Mi Dentista dental team has also implemented other infection control methods recommended by the CDC and the American Dental Association including avoiding placing patients in an enclosed waiting room, no accompanying visitors, repeated disinfection of surfaces during the day, and frequently replacing masks, face shields, gowns, goggles, and gloves. The air evacuated from the dental environment also first goes through a high-efficiency pre-filter and then is treated with high-powered, UV-C radiation to destroy virus particles. While no approach completely and absolutely eliminates the risk of infection, these methods are believed to help reduce it.

"During this global pandemic, it is important that we help minimize the spread and cross-contamination of pathogens," said Dr. Sadeghpour, Dentist, Mi Dentista Dental Clinic. "I am so proud that collaboration between medicine and engineering can identify and develop a possible solution for reducing the spread of infectious diseases so we can better protect patients and caregivers."

Please call the office at 323-582-1999 to set up an appointment for general dentistry, aesthetic and/or orthodontics procedures. The dental clinic is located near downtown Los Angeles at 3826 Florence Avenue, Bell, CA 90201. Se habla Espanol.

About Mi Dentista and HVAC Engineering

Mi Dentista Dental Clinic has served the Los Angeles community with dental services as well as the My Dentist School for Dental Assistants covering topics such as infection control for more than 25 years. The clinic and the school are located at 3826 Florence Avenue, Bell, CA 90201 and can be reached at (323) 582-1999 or email info@rdaschool.com

Los Angeles-based HVAC Engineering has more than 30 years experience in mechanical engineering projects across California. The company consulted on this project, designed and installed the system, is available to assist other dental clinics for similar purposes and can be reached at (310) 430-1919.

Learn more at: https://midentista.com/

MEDIA KIT:
Downloadable media kit includes all videos and photos & Spanish-version: https://www.dropbox.com/s/fykf5b47er25wio/mi-dentista-covid19-media-kit.zip?dl=0

VIDEOS:
Video #1: https://youtu.be/rw9rSVBWK08
Video #2: https://youtu.be/Bv7Pi7NCt_Y

Mi Dentista Dental Clinic in collaboration with a mechanical engineering firm, HVAC Engineering, has set up the first known dental clinic in Los Angeles that uses Negative Pressure Environments to mitigate diseases like COVID-19, namely the disease associated with the SARS-Cov-2 virus.

Related link: https://midentista.com/

Mental Health Awareness License Plate Winning Design

LAFAYETTE, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- BeingwellCA, a California 501(c)(3), submitted the initial design for the Mental Health Awareness License Plate to California Department of Education for DMV review.

The winning design was selected after a statewide contest held for high school students. Winning artist Anshuree Banerjee took her passion for art to create meaningful imagery for the new Mental Health California license plate.

"I wanted a design that clearly included California as part of the solution and was positive about mental health," said Anshuree, a student at Dougherty Valley High School in San Ramon, California.

"This license plate has the potential of raising millions of dollars for student mental health which are so desperately needed in the post Covid-19 school environment. And it does it without raising taxes," said Graham Wiseman, CEO of BeingwellCA.

"Wellness Centers with Caring Adults have proven to be a key in early intervention. A 12-year University of Michigan study reported a reduction of youth deaths by 660%! We need these in all schools." (JAMA Psychiatry, Feb, 2019)

California Senator Steven Glazer (7th District) is the author of SB1223 (4COLIN) that authorizes the Department of Motor Vehicles to issue a specialized license plate for Mental Health Awareness. Funds raised by the Mental Health License Plate will go to the California Department of Education for Mental Health Wellness Centers in California Schools. Due to Covid-19, this bill will carry over to 2021.

About BeingwellCA:

Graham & Caroline Wiseman founded BeingwellCA after the tragic loss of their son to suicide at age 15. With Gail Miller, they are now a leading voice to address the alarming rates of anxiety, depression and suicide ideation in our state. Some districts report depression rates amongst female juniors of 50% with serious suicide ideation of 20% in past year (CalSCHLS, 2018).

Suicide is the SECOND leading cause of death for ages 10-24 (2017 CDC WISQARS).

BeingwellCA's mission is to reduce anxiety, depression and suicide ideation in our youth. We do this by providing schools, parents, students and communities with tool kits and evidence-based strategies for Wellness Centers to provide mental health immediate support.

SB1223: http://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=201920200SB1223

Visit https://beingwellca.org/ or call (925) 967-4438 for further information.

Media queries: info@beingwellca.org

BeingwellCA, a California 501(c)(3), submitted the initial design for the Mental Health Awareness License Plate to California Department of Education for DMV review.

Related link: https://beingwellca.org/

Customizable Kids’ Routine Charts Help Fill a Needed Niche

AURORA, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- Marie Green, founder Inspired Prose Printables, saw a need and filled it. She used her graphic design skills to create a business that helps busy parents wrangle schedules through simple drag and drop features that are actually fun for kids to follow.

These fun and attractive printable routine charts will actually inspire kids to stick to their schedules - and that's a chore in itself.

"Many existing chore chart templates have limited customization and lack interesting visuals. Young children respond well to imagery; it's how they learn," Green says. "Inspired Prose Printable routine charts implement that same principle of visual learning."

One busy mom said, "We've been using this with our four-year-old for about six weeks and he really enjoys 'reading' the chart himself. We laminated it, so he can use dry-erase markers to check off the boxes every morning and night. He feels so proud of himself when he completes his list. The customization capabilities of the file were really helpful too."

These editable routine chart templates can help with everything from bedtime routines to morning activities, and updates can be made with just a few clicks of the mouse. Parents can quickly add or remove tasks, change graphics and there's no need to download any software to make modifications happen. Inspired Prose Printables gives moms and dads access to a free drag and drop online editor.

"My overall mission is to give parents the tools they need to create playful designs that inspire positive action," Green says. "These charts help kids and parents to build healthy habits and skills, together."

These daily routine charts for kids not only help parents, but also help kids to develop a sense of autonomy. They allow kids to see what's expected of them which contributes to smoother days.

So, morning meltdowns and bedtime battles will soon be a thing of the past with customizable chore charts from Inspired Prose Printables.

For more information: https://inspiredprose.store

See these editable charts in action (VIDEO): https://youtu.be/rYg8y0Gw6zI

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*Photo Caption: Inspired Prose Printable Routine Charts for Kids

MEDIA CONTACT:
Marie Green
of Inspired Prose Printables
+1-720-738-0478
press@inspiredprose.store

Marie Green, founder Inspired Prose Printables, saw a need and filled it. She used her graphic design skills to create a business that helps busy parents wrangle schedules through simple drag and drop features that are actually fun for kids to follow.

Related link: https://inspiredprose.store

Ombudsman Services of Contra Costa, Solano and Alameda, Together with Collaborative Partners, Distributes Free PPE to Facilities in Alameda County

PLEASANT HILL, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Ombudsman Services of Contra Costa, Solano and Alameda today announces the upcoming free drive-through PPE distribution to Alameda County facilities on Friday, June 26, 2020.

"We have a dedicated team supporting long-term care residents in the Alameda community," says Nicole Howell, Executive Director of Ombudsman Services of Contra Costa, Solano and Alameda. "We are so happy to come together with other organizations and community partners to help the hardworking frontline staff care for our seniors."

This will be the third distribution of gloves, sanitizer, and face masks in the East Bay Area for Ombudsman Services, helping to protect a portion of the 29,000 long-term care residents that it serves.

To reserve supplies, employees of Licensed Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFEs)and Adult Residential Facilities (ARFs) in Alameda County should visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfM5HSLgJRfqNsJse-RPsaNeraWpTrDEbZ6udUZG9Ar7ZIUjQ/viewform by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, June 24, 2020. Facilities will receive an emailed confirmation alerting them to a pickup time and location for Friday morning.

Because this is a contactless pickup, those attending should write the name of their facility on an 8.5 x 11-inch piece of paper and place it on their dashboard.

Friday's distribution in Alameda County will be held in partnership with Creating New Hope, East Bay Community Energy, EBPPE.Org, as well as with the City of Dublin and the California National Guard.

About Ombudsman Services of Contra Costa, Solano and Alameda:
Ombudsman Services is the only organization mandated by law to make unannounced visits to long-term care facilities to ensure that residents are free from abuse and are receiving quality care. We have been aiding the community for more than 40 years, and all services are free of charge. We serve Contra Costa, Solano and Alameda counties with our team of highly trained Ombudsman staff and volunteers.

For more information, visit https://www.ccsombudsman.org/.

About Creating New Hope:
We specialize in identifying quality assisted living communities. We are specific and comprehensive in our approach. Our senior living advocates prescreen each community, checking licensing and regulatory history directly from the California Department of Social Services database. By providing families with relevant information, they can choose an appropriate assisted living community that will meet their loved one's needs.

We are advocates who share unbiased insights and recommendations. We understand how difficult this process is, and our intention is to be a guiding light during this transition.

Learn More: https://creatingnewhope.org

About East Bay Community Energy:
East Bay Community Energy (EBCE) is the local electricity supplier in Alameda County. EBCE provides cleaner, greener energy at competitive rates to our customers. EBCE reinvests earnings back into the community to create local green energy jobs, local programs, and clean power projects.

Learn More: https://ebce.org

About EBPPE.Org:
We are the members of Music4Heart, a volunteer organization that performs music for seniors and children with special needs, and now we have turned our attention to COVID-19. We are planning to have a virtual concert at the end of this month. At the same time, we would like to organize a fundraising campaign to help donate masks and other PPE to hospitals and communities.

Learn More: https://www.ebppe.org

MEDIA ONLY CONTACT:
Susie Hays
760-458-9201
susie@q2mark.com

Ombudsman Services of Contra Costa, Solano and Alameda today announces the upcoming free drive-through PPE distribution to Alameda County facilities on Friday, June 26, 2020.

Related link: https://www.ccsombudsman.org/

FoneGeek Releases iPhone Passcode Unlocker to Unlock iPhone and iPad

SHENZHEN, China /ScoopCloud/ -- Forgot iPhone passcode or Apple ID password? FoneGeek launches iPhone Passcode Unlocker to help you unlock Apple ID and remove iPhone passcode from locked, disabled or broken screen without password.

FoneGeek (https://www.fonegeek.com), a professional software company that develops mobile utilities and multimedia tools, officially releases iPhone Passcode Unlocker that can instantly remove various locks from iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. With advanced technology, this powerful iPhone unlocking tool supports to remove Apple ID on iPhone/iPad without password and bypass iPhone/iPad screen passwords instantly.

FoneGeek iPhone Passcode Unlocker can remove Apple ID from activated iPhone or iPad. After Apple ID removal, you can login into a different Apple ID or create a new one, then you're able to enjoy all Apple ID features and make use of any iCloud services. If you bought a second-hand iPhone, your device won't be tracked, blocked or remotely erased by previous Apple ID.

If you're locked out of iPhone, FoneGeek iPhone Passcode Unlocker also enables you to bypass iPhone screen passcode in different scenarios and then regain access to your device. It is very easy to use, you can unlock all iPhone and iPad in just a few minutes. No tech knowledge is required. Just connect your iDevice and in few clicks, your iPhone/iPad is unlocked.

Check Out the Outstanding Features:
* Remove Apple ID from iPhone, iPad and iPod touch without password easily and quickly.
* Remove various kinds of iPhone screen locks, such as 4-digit passcode, 6-digit passcode, Touch ID, Face ID, custom numeric code, etc.
* Unlock iPhone with broken or unresponsive screen and permanently erase iPhone without passcode.
* Factory reset disabled, passcode locked or second-hand iPhone without iTunes or iCloud.
* Super easy to use and anyone can unlock iPhone in three simple steps: Select Unlocking Mode > Connect Device > Remove Lock.
* Very secure to use, no viruses, threats or annoying ads during the download and installation process.
* Fully compatible with all iOS devices, including iPhone 11/11 Pro/11 Pro Max, iPhone XS/XS Max/XR, X/8/8 Plus/7/7 Plus/SE/6s/6s Plus/6/6 Plus, iPad and iPod touch.
* Works well on all iOS versions, including the latest iOS/iPadOS 13.6, 13.5, 13.4, 13.3, 13.2, 13.1, etc.

Price and Availability:

Free trial version and paid version available now on FoneGeek website: https://www.phonerecoverytool.com/iphone-passcode-unlocker.html

About FoneGeek

FoneGeek is a professional software provider, focusing on different issues that people encountered on iOS, Android, Windows and Mac platforms. It provides solutions for data recovery, screen unlock, system repair, password recovery, phone transfer, as well as multimedia tools like video converter and video downloader. Supported by passionate R&D, marketing and product teams, FoneGeek software products are trusted and loved by users worldwide.

Learn more: https://www.fonegeek.com

VIDEO (YouTube): https://youtu.be/rql1aJWNqC8

Media Contact: Lilian, FoneGeek Software Ltd., CO, market@fonegeek.com

Disclaimer: iPhone Passcode Unlocker is designed to help iPhone/iPad users unlock forgotten iOS passwords on their own devices. For personal use only. Misuse for commercial or illegal purposes is strictly forbidden.

Forgot iPhone passcode or Apple ID password? FoneGeek launches iPhone Passcode Unlocker to help you unlock Apple ID and remove iPhone passcode from locked, disabled or broken screen without password.

Related link: https://www.fonegeek.com

Singing Dog Vanilla Introduces Organic Vanilla Cocoa Frosting Mix in Compostable Packaging

EUGENE, Ore. /ScoopCloud/ -- Singing Dog Vanilla is introducing an Organic Vanilla Cocoa Frosting Mix with compostable packaging after movement of their Organic Vanilla Frosting Mix surged by 209% this year. Sales growth is most likely encouraged by an increase in home baking while people shelter in place.

Test marketing of their Organic Vanilla Cocoa Frosting Mix in select stores demonstrated that this product continues to answer consumer's call for clean labels and ingredient names they recognize. By including each organic ingredient in individual compostable packets, home bakers can see, touch, and smell each ingredient. The rich organic cocoa aroma fills the room as they blend in the included vanilla extract.

"Customers are accustomed to opening a can of frosting and scooping out cocoa-flavored fat," said Marty Parisien, Co-founder of Singing Dog Vanilla. "Now they can open a bag of our frosting mix and see real vanilla and real cocoa."

"We've also been working on more sustainable packaging options. Our frostings come in compostable packaging made from plant fiber," said Marty Parisien. "Only the tin tie and the vanilla extract sachet are not compostable. We are working on a compostable solution for those components as well."

Although Singing Dog Vanilla began as a purveyor of pure vanilla extracts, they have more recently expanded their vanilla brand to include other vanilla products. These include a line of organic vanilla lip balms, organic vanilla salt, organic coconut palm sugar, and organic vanilla frosting mixes. Their products are available at Whole Foods Market, Natural Grocers, and independent grocery stores and food co-ops.

For more information about Singing Dog Vanilla frostings, visit: https://www.singingdogvanilla.com/product/organic-vanilla-chocolate-frosting-mix/

About Singing Dog Vanilla:

Founded on April Fool's Day in 2004, Singing Dog Vanilla has offices in Eugene, Oregon and Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. They partner with over 400 vanilla-growing families in Indonesia to bring organic vanilla products to food manufacturers, bakeries, scoop shops, restaurants, and breweries. Singing Dog Vanilla also has a full line of retail products sold in natural grocery stores across the USA and internationally. Profits are shared with their vanilla farmers and employees. Employees also enjoy a paid day off on their birthday.

The Singing Dog Vanilla motto is "Silly Name ... Serious Vanilla."

Learn more at https://www.singingdogvanilla.com/

*VIDEO (YouTube): https://youtu.be/a68UJVhSdSw

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*Photo caption: Organic Vanilla Cocoa Frosting from Singing Dog Vanilla.

Singing Dog Vanilla is introducing an Organic Vanilla Cocoa Frosting Mix with compostable packaging after movement of their Organic Vanilla Frosting Mix surged by 209% this year. Sales growth is most likely encouraged by an increase in home baking while people shelter in place.

Related link: https://www.singingdogvanilla.com/

The Jacobsen Announces Release of Sage, a New Augmented Intelligence Platform

BOULDER, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Jacobsen has announced the release of their new augmented intelligence platform for commodity price forecasting, named Sage. "We are the first price reporting agency to release a forecasting product built on machine learning and augmented intelligence in our niche," states John Donicht, President of The Jacobsen.

The Sage platform does the heavy data analysis, comparisons, and algorithm adjustments to improve the price forecasting on a continual basis. Every report generated by Sage is reviewed by a senior team of analysts to interpret the data and ensure the patterns make sense.

Over the last two years, The Jacobsen invested heavily in refining their forecasting ability, in some cases, the forecasting has a margin of error of less than 1% of the actual price.

"It's rather amazing to see how close the machine algorithms hit the mark," said George Morris, Dir of Sales and Marketing, "while past success does not predict future results, it's still far better than purely human-based forecasting methods of the past."

To add fuel to their efforts to be the leader in commodity price forecasting, The Jacobsen also announced the hiring of Hamed Khoojinian, to Head up Machine Learning and the future development of Sage. Hamed has over ten years of experience in R&D, biophysics, nanotechnology, including machine learning. The new position will ensure Sage has a bright future at The Jacobsen.

"Price forecasting is just the start of where Sage can be applied," Khoojinian said, "any business process utilizing data is subject to improvement with the addition of Sage."

For more information about Sage, please visit The Jacobsen website at https://thejacobsen.com/sage

Media Contact:
George Morris
The Jacobsen
george@thejacobsen.com
303-775-4213

The Jacobsen has announced the release of their new augmented intelligence platform for commodity price forecasting, named Sage. "We are the first price reporting agency to release a forecasting product built on machine learning and augmented intelligence in our niche," states John Donicht, President of The Jacobsen.

Related link: https://thejacobsen.com/

National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund and MAGLITE Partner with Pedestrian Safety Institute to Promote National Traffic Safety Awareness Month

ONTARIO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF), The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (NLEOMF) and Mag Instrument, U.S. Manufacturer of the iconic MAGLITE(R) flashlight, have partnered with the Pedestrian Safety Institute (PSI) to drive awareness of the deadliest days of the year for pedestrian and traffic fatalities in the Month of July.

July has been designated National Roadside Traffic Safety Awareness Month because of the spike in accidents and fatalities during that time of year. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration a pedestrian was killed every 88 minutes in 2017, now that number is even higher.

6,283 pedestrians were killed in 2018, an increase of 3.4 percent from the previous year and the highest number in 30 years. A research paper by noted economist and author Jay Prag of the Drucker School finds that pedestrian injuries and deaths from accidents cost the United States economy more than $60 billion in 2018 alone. The vast majority of accidents and the highest percentage of deaths (up to 75% according to some studies) occurred at night with poor visibility and distracted driving being major contributing factors.

"Pedestrian deaths exceed those by drowning and motorcycle accidents; exceed deaths by food borne illness in the US; and exceed deaths by tetanus, diphtheria, and whooping cough combined. They even exceed the combined deaths in home fires, boating accidents, and commercial airline accidents each year. If pedestrian deaths were a disease, drug companies would be searching for a cure," said study author Jay Prag.

Roadway hazards abound for the first responder. Traffic volume and speed, distracted drivers and the additional distraction caused by a roadway incident leave firefighters and others working the scene highly vulnerable. As of June 8, 2020, 20 first responders have been struck and killed while working vehicle incidents this year. Dozens more have been injured, with an even higher number of near misses predicted to be occurring daily.

"The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation joins with other agencies in calling for all drivers to remain attentive, slow down when approaching an incident on the roadway and safely move over to give first responders the best opportunity to do their work and return home to their families," said Chief Ronald J. Siarnicki, Executive Director of the NFFF.

"Maglite is committed to safety and security and make our products with those reasons in mind. We urge people to stay safe and be particularly vigilant around this deadly time of year and of course - carry some form of illumination at night," said Tony Maglica, Founder and CEO Mag Instrument, Inc. "Our goal is to reduce fatalities and injuries that occur on our roads and highways in vehicle traffic accidents, especially among pedestrians, who are far likelier to be fatally struck by vehicles at night than in the daytime."

The mission of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial and Museum is to honor the fallen, tell the story of American law Enforcement, and make it safer for those who serve. Traffic safety for our officers is closely tied to pedestrian safety, and it is a priority to bring awareness of the topic to the nation. We are honored to be a partner in National Traffic Safety Awareness Month," said Marcia Ferranto, CEO of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund.

NFFF, NLEOMF, Maglite and PSI will be using various social media and other communication channels to promote National Roadside Traffic Safety Awareness Month in July.

MAGLITE(R) is a founding sponsor of The Pedestrian Safety Institute and sponsored the research by Prag. The full research paper is available at the website: https://www.pedestriansafetyinstitute.com/.

About Mag Instrument:

Mag Instrument, manufacturer of the MAGLITE(R) flashlight, is proud to be a U.S.A. manufacturer. Each flashlight is a result of an obsession with fine engineering, craftsmanship and a commitment to perfection. Founder, owner and president Anthony Maglica has guided his company's growth from a one-man machine shop in 1955 to an enterprise that has proudly employed thousands of American workers since it produced its first flashlight in 1979. For more visit: https://maglite.com/.

About the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation:

The United States Congress created the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation to lead a nationwide effort to remember America's fallen firefighters. Since 1992, the nonprofit Foundation has developed and expanded programs to honor fallen fire heroes and assist their families and co-workers. The Foundation also works closely with the U.S. Fire Administration to help prevent and reduce line-of-duty deaths and injuries. For more information on the NFFF and its programs, visit https://www.firehero.org/

MEDIA ONLY CONTACT:
Lou Desmond for Mag Instrument, Inc.
+1-951-258-6466
lou@dandlpr.com

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The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF), The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (NLEOMF) and Mag Instrument, U.S. Manufacturer of the iconic MAGLITE flashlight, have partnered with the Pedestrian Safety Institute (PSI) to drive awareness of the deadliest days of the year for pedestrian and traffic fatalities in the Month of July.

Related link: https://maglite.com/

STRATAC Leadership named Co-VP of Communications for American Marketing Association – Austin Chapter

AUSTIN, Texas /ScoopCloud/ -- STRATAC Marketing's Virginia Case was elected Co-VP of Communications by the voting members of the American Marketing Association's Austin Chapter - a premier marketing collaborative in Austin, Texas.

"As a newcomer to the Austin area, I am eager to engage with my new colleagues and the tech scene. It was sad to leave the meetup groups in DC, but I am greatly impressed with the professionalism, creativity, and welcoming nature of the Austin marketing community. I can hardly wait to roll up my sleeves as we tackle helping marketers market," said Virginia Case.

As Co-VP of Communications, Virginia will be working alongside veteran AMA member Don Roedner. Together they will be working to formulate a strategic plan and help members shape marketing in the Austin community.

Virginia Case is the Chief Marketing Fixer and Brand Strategist of STRATAC Marketing, a company she founded in 2004. As a Nielson Norman Group Certified UXD Expert, Virginia thrives on delivering realistic marketing strategies and delivers relevant go to market collateral for her clients that are rooted in best practices and cutting edge psychological research. Virginia's experience includes serving businesses on the Fortune 500 as well as local and startup ventures in technology, healthcare, fintech, software as a service, and non profit sectors.

Learn more about the American Marketing Associations Austin Chapter at https://austinama.org/

ABOUT STRATAC

STRATAC provides strategic advice, comprehensive research, and tactical marketing services for B2B and B2C clients in the technology space. We take a comprehensive, evidence-based approach to psychology as it pertains to Sales, Operations, Marketing, and Employee Engagement, which allows us to elevate businesses and help them go to market or return to market. As a User Experience Design (UXD) agency, we help our clients shape a positive perception of their brands while creating memorable, positive engagements for their customers. Learn more at https://www.stratacmarketing.com/

STRATAC Marketing's Virginia Case was elected Co-VP of Communications by the voting members of the American Marketing Association's Austin Chapter - a premier marketing collaborative in Austin, Texas.

Related link: https://www.stratacmarketing.com/

How to Combat the Spotted Lanternfly Now in the Nymph Stage

HUNTINGDON VALLEY, Pa. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Spotted Lanternfly is a destructive insect that has invaded the Philadelphia area. All winter long, their eggs lay waiting for the warm weather, carefully encased in a protective, hardened layer of secretion. Now that they've emerge as nymphs, it's time to take action!

How to Identify Spotted Lanternfly Nymphs

Spotted Lanternfly goes through several identities during its life cycle. Adult females lay eggs in the fall, and they cover the egg masses in a secretion. This secretion dries hard and camouflages to look like dirt or clay. The young nymphs that emerge from the eggs in spring are black with white spots. In early summer, they gain red markings on their bodies. Later in midsummer, they become adults and shed their skin to form wings on their backs.

How to Get Rid of Spotted Lanternfly Nymphs

The experts at Giroud Tree and Lawn have been working closely with Penn State University's Department of Entomology and Cooperative Extension to determine the best treatments and techniques for combating Spotted Lanternfly in each of the life cycle stages. Chemical spray treatments are only recommended if there are high populations of nymphs on a specific plant or tree.

Chemical Control Treatments During the Nymph Stages

Research shows that the best time to control Spotted Lanterfly is at the adult stage. However, there is an exception. Nymph control may be warranted if the population is high enough to cause feeding damage (wilting stems). Or, if Nymphs are focusing heavily on individual plants. In these cases, homeowners should have an ISA Certified Arborist evaluate the situation and determine if targeted treatment is required.

Control of Spotted Lanternfly Nymphs is usually not warranted because nymphs love to move around. The young insects don't stay on a single plant for long. To reach all the plants that might attract nymphs, the entire yard would have to be treated with a long, residual contact spray insecticide. Even with these treatments, nymphs can still invade from other locations!

Also, although insecticide will kill Nymphs, it can also kill beneficial insects and pollinators, such as bees and butterflies. The insect experts at Giroud prefer to use these types of sprays for targeted control, not broad scale treatments.

What's the Solution for Controlling Spotted Lanterfly Nymphs?

Ultimately, the best way to combat Spotted Lanternfly during the Nymph Stage is with manual methods. Sticky bands, Circle Traps, and good old fashioned squishing are key to getting ahead of these awful insects before they reach adulthood.

Sticky bands can be found at most hardware stores and also on Amazon.com. They are easy to install, but they should be changed weekly for the best results. However, it is important to be aware that these sticky bands can accidentally trap other insects and also small animals and birds. To avoid this problem, Penn State recommends cutting the sticky bands lengthwise so the surface area is not as broad. Spotted Lanternfly Nymphs are small and climb up the tree. They will get trapped at the bottom of the sticky band, so there is no need to have such a tall band. Penn State also urges homeowners to wrap the outside of the tree with chicken wire over the area of the sticky band. This will prevent squirrels, birds, and other small animals from becoming stuck to the band.

If homeowners are concerned about trapping small animals and other wildlife in sticky bands, Penn State offers an alternative solution:

"Recent research has shown that an entirely different kind of type of trap is also very effective and can dramatically reduce the chances of capturing other creatures. This new style trap is made of plastic-coated insect screening and does not use any sticky material at all. It is basically a tunnel that SLFs walk into. When they move upward in the trap, they end up in a dead-end collection container where they die." -extension.psu.edu

Nymphs Are a Warning Sign to Take Action

Equally important, recognize that the Nymphs are an early warning sign to get prepared for the swarms. By July or August, the Nymphs will turn into Adults. That's when the real trouble begins. It's also the time when control is most effective. Adults don't move around as much and tend to attack specific trees. As a result, an ISA Certified Arborist can target the high risk trees and protect them from Spotted Lanternfly.

Researchers are anticipating a major infestation of Spotted Lanternfly this season. Once the adults begin to swarm, the demand for treatment will surge so homeowners should have the arborist evaluate the entire property for problem areas as soon as possible.

For more information, visit https://www.giroudtree.com/spotted-lanternfly/

About Giroud Tree and Lawn

Giroud Tree and Lawn specializes in tree service, lawn care and mosquito and tick control programs that make customers love doing business with the company since 1974. Serving Bucks, Montgomery and Philadelphia Counties, the company offers professional tree and lawn evaluation, tree pruning, tree removal, insect and disease control, fertilizing, stump removal, traditional and 100% organic lawn programs and mosquito and tick control. Giroud Arborists are certified by the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) and have the knowledge and experience required to properly diagnose, treat and maintain trees and lawn health. The company is Accredited by the Tree Care Industry Association and Better Business Bureau. The "Giroud Treework for Charity" program donates free tree care services to parks, historical sites and other non-profit organizations located in the Company's service area. For more information, visit the company website at http://www.giroudtree.com or call 215-682-7704.

The Spotted Lanternfly is a destructive insect that has invaded the Philadelphia area. All winter long, their eggs lay waiting for the warm weather, carefully encased in a protective, hardened layer of secretion. Now that they've emerge as nymphs, it's time to take action!

Related link: http://www.giroudtree.com