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Rice Park Acquires Rosegate Mortgage, Enhancing End-to-End Mortgage Capabilities and MSR Investment Platform

CHARLOTTE, N.C. and PLYMOUTH, Minn., Nov. 14, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Rice Park Capital Management LP (“Rice Park”), a Minneapolis-based private investment firm specializing in mortgage servicing rights (MSRs), announced today that it has acquired Rosegate Mortgage, LLC (“Rosegate Mortgage”), NMLS #2020757, a retail and consumer-direct mortgage lender headquartered in Charlotte, NC. This strategic acquisition expands Rice Park’s capabilities across the mortgage value chain, supporting both MSR recapture and retention strategies while reinforcing its commitment to supporting originator partners.

Rice Park Acquires Rosegate Mortgage, Enhancing End-to-End Mortgage Capabilities and MSR Investment Platform
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The integration of Rosegate allows Rice Park to selectively perform recapture across its MSR holdings, which Rice Park believes will enhance returns and mitigate prepayment risk, while maintaining its strong alignment with third-party originators who rely on Rice Park for capital solutions, MSR liquidity and customer retention. To manage this dynamic, Rice Park has developed a dual-channel strategy:

  • For MSR acquisitions with embedded recapture partnerships, Rice Park will support and respect those relationships.
  • For MSRs without an embedded recapture agreement, Rice Park will utilize Rosegate to pursue recapture directly.

“Acquiring Rosegate enables us to offer a fully integrated mortgage investment platform that we believe enhances value for our investors through improved servicing retention and strategic recapture,” said Craig Freel, President and co-Chief Investment Officer of Rice Park. “At the same time, we remain fully committed to our originator and servicer partners. Our platform is designed to offer flexibility—providing capital and MSR solutions that preserve and support our partners’ customer relationships.”

Rice Park and Rosegate initially partnered in October 2024 to provide financing solutions for borrowers within Rice Park’s MSR portfolio, which includes approximately $61 billion in unpaid principal balance [*note 1] serviced through its affiliate, Nexus Nova LLC (“Nexus Nova”), NMLS # 2082961. Under the new structure, Rosegate and Nexus Nova are combined into a single operating entity within Rice Park’s organizational structure.

Rosegate will continue to operate under its existing brand, maintaining its headquarters in Charlotte, NC, and expanding its retail and consumer-direct lending operations.

“We’re thrilled to be integrated with Rice Park and are excited to build out what we believe will be a high quality servicing retention and recapture model,” said Bryce Bradley, President & CEO of Rosegate Mortgage. “We are committed to being a leading place for customers to obtain a home loan and a great place for our team-members to work. Now within the Rice Park family, we are able to introduce ourselves to more customers and provide a high quality experience while continuing to enhance our organization and grow both the consumer-direct and retail lending channels.”

About Rice Park Capital Management LP

Rice Park is a private investment firm managing capital of institutional investors, family offices and high net worth individuals. Its investment focus is to deliver cycle-resistant returns by unlocking value in complex opportunities in the residential and commercial mortgage and real estate sectors.

Learn more about Rice Park at https://riceparkcapital.com/.

No Offer or Solicitation. This press release is for information purposes only and is not intended to and does not constitute, or form part of, an offer, invitation or the solicitation of an offer or invitation to purchase, otherwise acquire, subscribe for, sell or otherwise dispose of any securities.

Registered Investment Advisor. Rice Park is registered as an investment advisor with the SEC and only transacts business in states where it is properly registered, or is excluded or exempted from registration requirements.

Forward-Looking Statements. This press release contains forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements include statements about the plans, strategies, and prospects of Rice Park. These statements are based on our current expectations and projections about future events. The words “may,” “will,” “feel,” “should,” “expect,” “scheduled,” “plan,” “seek,” “intend,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate,” “aim,” “potential” or “continue” or the negative of those terms or other similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements and information. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of their respective dates. These forward-looking statements are based on assumptions and estimates by the management of Rice Park that, although believed to be reasonable, are inherently uncertain and subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from historical results or those anticipated or predicted by such forward-looking statements. In light of these risks and uncertainties, the matters referred to in the forward-looking statements contained in this press release may not, in fact, occur. Rice Park undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement after the date of this press release as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by law. Rice Park qualifies all of our forward-looking statements by these cautionary statements.

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[1] As of November 1, 2025

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PHH Mortgage and Stavvy Partner to Deliver Greater Convenience for Homeowners Navigating Loan Modifications

Digital default servicing solution eliminates paper, accelerates resolution, and provides homeowners with flexible, remote access

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Sept. 29, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Stavvy, a leading digital mortgage platform, today announced that PHH Mortgage Corporation, a subsidiary of Onity Group Inc. (NYSE: ONTY), has selected its technology solution to enable fully digital execution of loan modification transactions. The partnership leverages Stavvy’s comprehensive suite of tools, including eSign, remote online notarization (RON), and in-person electronic notarization (IPEN), all integrated within a centralized, secure hub.

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This collaboration advances PHH Mortgage’s commitment to delivering homeowner-focused solutions by streamlining the loss mitigation process through a fully remote, digital platform. Stavvy’s technology is built to accelerate loan modification workflows, improving velocity and increasing pull-through rates.

“PHH Mortgage’s strong industry ratings and consistent recognition for servicing excellence speak volumes about their leadership,” said Kyle Stephenson, Chief Executive Officer of Stavvy. “Collaborating with a servicer of this caliber reflects our shared commitment to innovation, efficiency, and delivering real impact for homeowners.”

With Stavvy, PHH enables quick execution for both homeowners and lender countersigning by allowing digital review, signing, and notarization on the homeowner’s schedule. The platform removes the need to track down loan modification agreements or partial claims, eliminating delays caused by shipping and trailing documents. This streamlined process reduces turnaround times, cuts manual errors, and ensures compliance through secure, auditable digital workflows.

“This collaboration with Stavvy supports our mission of offering greater flexibility and transparency to homeowners while also improving speed and accuracy across our operations,” said Walter Mullen, Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer of Onity Group Inc. “By offering expanded digital solutions, we expect to not only improve accessibility for homeowners in need but also engage customers in ways that are convenient for them while driving meaningful efficiencies behind the scenes.”

The partnership also reflects PHH Mortgage’s broader focus on service quality and innovation. By adopting technologies that simplify complex transactions, the company continues to prioritize responsiveness, accuracy, and ease of experience, placing customers at the center of its approach.

About Stavvy

Stavvy is a financial technology company building software to help organizations manage security risk, improve collaboration, and increase the speed and transparency of real estate transactions. The Stavvy platform includes eClosing, digital mortgage lending, digital default servicing, and digital HELOC solutions. Stavvy envisions a future not only without paper, but without documents; shattering the notion that paperless is as good as it gets. To learn more, visit https://stavvy.com/.

About Onity Group

Onity Group Inc. (NYSE: ONIT) is a leading non-bank financial services company providing mortgage servicing and originations solutions through its primary brands, PHH Mortgage and Liberty Reverse Mortgage. PHH Mortgage is one of the largest servicers in the country, focused on delivering a variety of servicing and lending programs. Liberty is one of the nation’s largest reverse mortgage lenders dedicated to providing loans that help customers meet their personal and financial needs. We are headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida, with offices and operations in the United States, the U.S. Virgin Islands, India and the Philippines, and have been serving our customers since 1988. For additional information, please visit https://onitygroup.com/.

Forward Looking Statements

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Forward-looking statements involve a number of assumptions, risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those suggested by the forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, changes in market conditions, the industry in which Onity operates, and its business, the actions of governmental entities and regulators, developments in litigation matters, and other risks and uncertainties detailed in Onity’s reports and filings with the SEC, including its annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024. Anyone wishing to understand Onity Group Inc.’s business should review its SEC filings. Onity’s forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made and Onity disclaims any obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

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Mooresville Ford Earns Prestigious President’s Award for Third Consecutive Year

MOORESVILLE, N.C., June 5, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Mooresville Ford is proud to announce it has once again received the Ford President’s Award, marking the third consecutive year the dealership has earned this distinguished title. Mooresville Ford is the only Ford dealership in the region to receive this award three years in a row, a testament to its unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction and operational excellence.

Mooresville Ford Earns Presidents Award for the Third Consecutive Year
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The President’s Award, presented annually by Ford Motor Company, is one of the most prestigious and sought-after awards in the automotive industry for Ford dealers. Reserved for a select group of dealerships nationwide, this accolade recognizes the highest level of excellence in customer satisfaction, sales performance, and overall dealership operations. Achieving the President’s Award means a dealership has not only met—but surpassed—Ford’s rigorous criteria, including consistently exceptional customer experience ratings in both sales and service over a full calendar year.

For Mooresville Ford, winning this award is more than a milestone—it’s a reflection of the dealership’s unwavering commitment to delivering best-in-class service at every touchpoint. From the showroom to the service drive, Mooresville Ford is driven by a culture of transparency, integrity, and personal connection. Their team works relentlessly to create an experience that is seamless, honest, and tailored to each customer’s unique needs.

With a foundation built on trust, community involvement, and customer-first values, Mooresville Ford continues to raise the bar for what a modern dealership should be. Whether you’re shopping for your next Ford, scheduling maintenance, or simply seeking guidance, Mooresville Ford stands ready as a trusted automotive partner for life.

As a three-time President’s Award winner, Mooresville Ford stands as a benchmark in the region for exceptional customer care and industry leadership.

About Mooresville Ford

Mooresville Ford has been serving the greater Mooresville and Lake Norman area since 1961, offering a wide selection of new Ford products, as well as pre-owned vehicles, expert maintenance and repair services, and an unmatched customer experience. For more information, visit https://mooresvilleford.com/.

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Artificial Intelligence for Social Good Playbook – Now Available for Free Download

CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 2, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Apparo, a nonprofit that helps other nonprofits do more to improve lives in our communities through the strategic use of technology, is now offering a free, detailed guide the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI). To quote the Playbook, “Leveraging AI technologies, nonprofits can optimize their operations, enhance their impact, and better fulfill their missions in the communities they serve.”

Stephanie McKee leads AI workshop for nonprofits
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Download the playbook here: https://apparo.org/artificial-intelligence-playbook-ai-for-social-good/

The playbook’s author, Stephanie McKee, Apparo’s Chief Technology Thought Partner, explains, “As a nonprofit ourselves, we understand the unique needs and concerns of nonprofits. We heard more and more from our nonprofit partners that they were interested, but apprehensive when it came to Artificial Intelligence. They knew it had important potential, but were worried about using it the wrong way.

“Like all the work we do at Apparo, this Playbook was created specifically for nonprofits. That said, there is a lot of information in the Playbook that is useful for any individual or organization that wants to improve the way they use AI. The strategies and tips are easy to follow and can help make big impact quickly to both new users and those who want to expand and optimize their use of AI.”

The Playbook details background on the history of AI from 1945 to present day, explains and compares current AI tools (e.g., Microsoft CoPilot, ChatGPT, Google Gemini), reviews key AI terminology (e.g., generative AI, machine learning) and delivers tips on improving AI prompting and applying AI to streamline workflows.

By applying learnings from the Playbook, organizations will be able to create time saving efficiencies across departments – from administrative/back office to client service, fundraising, marketing, volunteer management and much more. Nonprofits and businesses interested in creating an AI strategy for their organizations will also find guidance.

The Playbook also addresses important AI related topics that are not as frequently discussed. It dives into ethical considerations, security implications and the development of organizational use policies. Training is another important topic covered, with a detailed list of free resources for increasing AI education for individuals and teams. As the Playbook explains, AI is not just for saving time. It’s also for generating new ideas, improving writing, finding new patterns in data, engaging with donors and much more.

McKee adds, “I’m passionate about helping nonprofits achieve more through technology and stay up-to-date on the most powerful ways to affordably use new tools. I will continue to update the Playbook on a regular basis to ensure that it delivers the most current, useful information possible.”

Apparo delivers AI and other technology education leveraging McKee’s expertise, that of the entire Apparo Tech Therapy® team and through the generosity of volunteers. Apparo seeks skilled volunteers to work remotely, individually or in teams to support nonprofits in improving their use of technology. Learn more about volunteering with Apparo here: https://apparo.org/volunteers.

In late 2024, Apparo led two important half-day events to help educate nonprofits on the use of AI to further their missions. First, they offered a half-day workshop for nonprofits, entitled “How to Put AI to Work for Your Nonprofit.” The workshop included an overview of the Playbook by McKee, a panel discussion (with Apparo’s Jennifer Ray, Kevin Carney of Kingsmen Software, and Truist’s Joe Fuqua) bringing to life real world AI use cases and a hands-on prompting exercise led by Shereese Floyd, Founder of AI Consultants for Nonprofits.

Read more about the workshop here: https://apparo.org/how-to-put-ai-to-work-for-your-nonprofit-ai-playbook-panel-and-prompting.

The second event was a deep dive into AI prompting. Apparo brought together 40+ skilled volunteers from AvidXchange, EY and Honeywell who helped nine nonprofits identify new ways to use AI to improve the way they work and flesh out helpful AI prompts. The nonprofits served were: Carolina Youth Coalition, Heart Math Tutoring, Digi-Bridge, Hope Haven, The Park CDC, Dottie Rose Foundation, The Boost Pad, Beattie’s Ford Road Vocational Trade Center, and Feeding Charlotte. After the session, Lauren Grant, Director of Development and Communications from participating nonprofit, The Park CDC shared, “What I learned today will help me support and empower my team to collectively work smarter and ultimately achieve our goals in a more efficient and effective manner. I look forward to sharing these new insights and using AI tools to maximize our ability to manage our operations, raise awareness and support for our organization, and deliver meaningful programs to our West Charlotte community. This is the best professional development event I have attended this year.” Read more about this event here: https://apparo.org/ai-art-of-the-possible-empowering-ai-day-of-service/. Apparo is available to bring events like these to other organizations.

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About Apparo:

Apparo delivers advice, education and solutions to nonprofits, related to not only AI, but also to a broad range of technology and business process issues. Apparo is available to support nonprofits at low/no cost in putting technology to work to help them create more social good. Learn more about getting support from Apparo for a nonprofit here: https://apparo.org/nonprofits/.

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Strengthening North Carolina’s Resilience: Mold Inspection Sciences Announces State Expansion

Strengthening community well-being through conflict-of-interest-free, science-based mold inspection and testing in Asheville, western North Carolina, Charlotte, and the Research Triangle

CHARLOTTE, N.C., March 20, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — When Hurricane Helene swept through parts of North Carolina, communities in the mountains and beyond stepped up with sandbags, relief drives, and a shared sense of hope. Now, as homeowners and businesses continue to address long-term issues related to water damage, Mold Inspection Sciences (MIS) is answering the call to help ensure that healthy indoor environments remain part of the state’s broader resilience plan.

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With more than 20 years of experience in 12 states, MIS specializes in unbiased, science-based mold inspection and testing, never offering remediation or repair services – an approach designed to keep assessments honest and conflict-of-interest-free. The newly expanded North Carolina operation covers Asheville and western North Carolina, Charlotte, and the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill area, recognizing each region’s unique environmental challenges:

  • Asheville and Western North Carolina – Cool temperatures and lingering moisture in crawl spaces and basements, more recently compounded by hurricane-driven rainfall.
  • Charlotte and Surrounding Communities – Rapid urban growth, older homes next to new developments, and summer storms that can lead to hidden leaks and humidity problems.
  • Research Triangle – A blend of historic properties and cutting-edge facilities where mold growth can quietly take hold, especially in humid conditions or poorly ventilated spaces.

“After Hurricane Helene, we heard countless stories of neighbors helping neighbors rebuild,” says Brandon Apple, president of MIS. “We see our expansion into this market as a continuation of that community spirit—ensuring the health and safety of everyone’s indoor spaces daily.”

In addition to comprehensive mold inspections, MIS offers specialized allergy testing, mold-related illness and CIRS protocols, and post-remediation clearance to confirm successful mold removal. The company also collaborates with all necessary healthcare teams to support patients who suspect their symptoms may be tied to mold exposure. By identifying the root cause of moisture and mold issues, MIS empowers North Carolinians to take targeted steps toward a healthier living or working environment.

Mold Inspection Sciences North Carolina is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM and Saturdays from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM (closed on Sundays). To learn more or schedule an inspection, visit https://www.moldsci.com/locations/ or call 704.800.4593.

About Mold Inspection Sciences

Mold Inspection Sciences (MIS), https://www.moldsci.com/, was founded in 2002 with a simple goal in mind: provide affordable, professional, and high-quality mold inspection and testing services to people across dozens of cities in 12 states. Over the past 20 years, MIS has successfully performed and solved thousands of investigations, creating safer and healthier conditions for clients in diverse environments.

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Apparo’s Transformative 2025 Mission Possible Award Program Open for Nonprofit Registration

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Feb. 10, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Apparo opens their 2025 Mission Possible Award Program, a nonprofit accelerator sponsored by Accenture that takes nonprofits on ideation journeys to envision how technology can solve nonprofits’ most pressing challenges.

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Mission Possible was launched to address Charlotte’s economic mobility crisis, identified in research by Harvard economist Raj Chetty, which ranked the city last among major U.S. metro areas for upward mobility and the Triangle Area slightly above, at 48. Apparo created this program to drive systemic change and uplift economic mobility across our communities. Now open for the 2025 season, this program has equipped organizations with the frameworks to expand their impact and improve economic mobility.

Each year, Mission Possible provides participants with strategic guidance from corporate skilled volunteers to create a proposal for a tech-based solution to maximize your organization’s work, with two lucky organizations walking away with a $10,000 grant and up to an additional 50 hours of pro bono consulting.

TRANSFORMATIVE IMPACT OF MISSION POSSIBLE AWARD PROGRAM

Hope Renovations, a North Carolina nonprofit providing hands-on training in construction trades for women and gender-expansive individuals, has transformed its workforce development program by implementing Canvas learning management system (LMS). This game-changing advancement was made possible through Apparo’s Mission Possible Program.

Hope Renovations, the 2023 Mission Possible winner, was seeking a solution to enhance training accessibility, engagement, and scalability. The organization provides a hands-on, construction-based workforce training program to help individuals secure jobs in the skilled trades, an industry facing a massive labor shortage. However, their previous training model relied heavily on in-person instruction, limiting how many participants they could serve and requiring significant administrative work to track progress.

Through Mission Possible, Hope Renovations worked with Apparo and skilled Accenture consultants to implement Canvas LMS, a leading learning management system used in educational and professional training settings.

With this technology-driven solution, the nonprofit has experienced measurable improvements, including:

  • 40 Percent Reduction in Administrative Workload: Staff now spend significantly less time managing materials, tracking participant progress, and organizing lessons- more than 300 hours of staff time annually on cohort communications alone.
  • Increased Trainee Engagement and Flexibility: With on-demand access to structured digital coursework, participants are more engaged and better prepared for hands-on learning. Trainees can review course materials at their own pace, making it easier to accommodate different learning styles and personal schedules.
  • Enhanced Scalability: Hope Renovations can now train more participants at once, expanding access to life-changing career opportunities. In 2023, Hope Renovations had 3 cohorts; in 2024 they have 10, and they now have a goal of 20 cohorts for 2025, doubling their service in cohort programs.

“This experience with Apparo has been a huge win for Hope Renovations,” said Sarah Campbell, Vice President of Training of Hope Renovations. “Technology can be something that really hinders nonprofit growth, efficiency, and productivity. For a nonprofit, hindered productivity directly impacts people’s lives so this type of work is incredibly valuable and sets nonprofits up for future success. I appreciate Apparo seeing the nonprofit need, filling the knowledge gap, and being there to support us.”

The shift to a hybrid training model, enabled by Canvas, aligns with Hope Renovations’ broader goal: to increase access to sustainable careers for individuals facing barriers to employment. With this new system in place, the organization can expand its reach beyond North Carolina, providing more individuals with the skills they need to succeed in construction and skilled trades.

Hope Renovations’ success demonstrates the power of technology to transform nonprofit operations and create profound, sustainable impact. Through Mission Possible, Apparo partners with nonprofits with potential for growth and provides them with customized technology solutions, expert guidance, and hands-on corporate volunteer support.

“We know that technology can be the key to breaking down barriers to economic mobility,” said Kim Lanphear, CEO of Apparo. “Mission Possible exists to ensure that nonprofits like Hope Renovations have the digital tools they need to expand their impact and help more people build better futures.”

“Canvas makes our training more professional and efficient. It instills confidence in our trainees, staff, and community partners. Growth is necessary to continue fulfilling our mission, and we couldn’t achieve this growth without a tool like this,” said Sarah Campbell, Hope Renovations Vice President of Training. “I felt so supported by Apparo and Accenture and am so appreciative of everyone who was involved in the Mission Possible process.”

Since its inception in 2017, Mission Possible—led by Apparo and Accenture—has supported nonprofits in streamlining operations, improving efficiencies, and scaling their services, proving that investing in nonprofit technology is an investment in stronger communities.

Nonprofits interested in Mission Possible 2025 can learn more and apply today through March 7 at https://apparo.org/mission-possible.

About Apparo:

Apparo is a Charlotte-based 501(c)(3) organization that empowers nonprofits through technology and business process improvements and corporate volunteer partnerships that enhance capacity, amplify nonprofit missions, and create profound community impact. Learn more and get involved at https://apparo.org/.

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Election Audit Warning to 17 North Carolina Counties

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Dec. 3, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Frank Moseley president of Unirealm Information Systems announced a warning to 17 North Carolina counties that they must perform a special audit check because statistical anomalies indicate that presidential electronic ballots with no corresponding physical ballot may have been tabulated.

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He still recommends that all 3,143 counties in the country perform this special check anyway as part of their standard post election audit checks in this and every presidential election from now on.

The foundation of computerized voting systems is based on the implicit assumption that there will always be an exact one to one ratio between every electronic ballots and every physical ballot.

Unfortunately that requirement depends on every voting system computer programmer being both 100% competent and 100% honest which many not always be the case such as when incompetent or dishonest computer programmers leave electronic test ballots that get silently tabulated.

Previously it was thought that only a 50 state hand count of all ballots in the 3,143 counties in the country could detect when the one to one relationship between electronic ballot and physical ballot was violated in a presidential election.

Fortunately two weeks ago he discovered an audit that can detect such ballots using the normal auditing technique of detecting incorrect totals by looking for small subtotals that are far from the normal values.

In presidential elections a super majority of the voters who vote in president race also vote in the House race, therefore we can use the normal 3% of the voters who didn’t vote in the House race as the that small subtotal.

The “Frank Moseley Presidential Election Audit” known by the acronym “FMPEA” is done by calculating the county’s percentage of these no House race ballots to the yes presidential race ballots.

A green FMPEA is from 0.00% thru 2.99%, a yellow FMPEA is from 3.00% thru 4.99%, a red FMPEA is from 5.00% and over which means a mandatory count of these yes president race no House race ballots.

The 17 red FMPEA counties in North Carolina are as follows: Beaufort = 10.57%, Cabarrus = 8.89%, Carteret = 10.72%, Craven = 14.65%, Dare = 14.95%, Davidson = 6.94%, Davie = 7.17%, Duplin = 14.89%, Forsyth = 6.86%, Guilford = 7.72%, Hyde = 14.50%, Jones = 13.86%, Onslow = 13.41%, Pamlico = 17.46%, Pitt = 23.49%, Rowan = 12.49%, Sampson = 17.65%.

He has sent each of these counties a warning letter requesting that they voluntarily perform this FMPEA audit to confirm that they are actually “flying pigs” statistical anomalies, and if they don’t, then he will file a complaint in North Carolina state court to order them to do it.

For more information please visit the https://fmpea.com  for detailed instructions on how to do a FMPEA audit.

ABOUT FRANK MOSELEY:

Frank Moseley is president of Unirealm Information systems and a computer programmer with over 40 years experience in application development.

He has programmed across four paradigm shifts from mainframe procedure oriented to client server object oriented to cloud service oriented and now to large language model artificial intelligence.

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Attorney Faith Fox Announces Unique Self-Representation Consultation Law Firm in Acknowledgement of Love Litigating Lawyers Day

CHARLOTTE, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- This year on Love Litigating Lawyers Day, August 31, one lawyer is turning the tables. While the date is typically acknowledged as a show of appreciation for lawyers, Attorney Faith Fox is announcing a unique firm that shows appreciation for the client, by putting some of that litigating power back into the client's hands. Fox, former Managing Partner for The Cochran Firm Charlotte in NC, has announced the opening of Fox Legal Consults PLLC (https://www.gottacallfaith.com), a pro se (self-representation) consultation service which provides virtual and phone consultations on issues of civil litigation, for a nominal flat fee, to clients looking to represent themselves in court.

After representing hundreds of litigants over the years, Fox wants to share her wealth of knowledge by providing clients with legal assistance, that empowers them to assertively represent themselves on their own court cases.

GottaCallFaith.com offers a comprehensive service designed specifically to support self-representation in court, by providing the knowledge, strategy, and confidence required to navigate the legal system. Whether it's developing a persuasive argument, understanding legal procedures, or simply gaining a clearer perspective of a case, each session will support clients with the information, materials and access they need. The consultation can eliminate the frustration of being in court alone, not knowing what to expect, and can prevent someone from having their case dismissed due to lack of preparation.

GottaCallFaith.com brings Fox full circle in her own legal journey. As a successful entertainment industry executive, Fox's life took a turn when her career path was derailed by a failed marriage. It was a tough custody fight and subsequent divorce in family court, that put Fox on the legal path she was destined for.

"When my ex-husband hired a lawyer to fight me for full custody of our son, I was not able to hire a lawyer. As a single mom receiving little to no child support, I could not afford the legal fees. My ex's lawyer operated unscrupulously, and before I knew it, I was sitting in court defending myself. When I left court that day in September 2011, I was determined to never allow that to happen to me again, and to prevent it from happening to anyone else, so I decided to go to law school," Fox recollects.

Fox ultimately finished the four-year, part time program in just two years, graduating cum laude with distinctive honors in pro bono service. She consistently achieved "Best Advocate" during regional competitions on the Trial Team Advocacy Honor Board, and launched her own firm, The Law Office of Faith Fox PLLC. In just four short years, Fox was actively recruited by The Cochran Firm to open a Charlotte office and serve as Managing Partner to the national firm founded by the legendary legal mastermind, Johnny Cochran.

GottaCallFaith.com returns Fox to her pro se roots, back to when she found herself alone and unrepresented in court, dealing with intimidating issues of child custody. "Throughout my legal career, I've represented several high-profile cases. It was the clients I couldn't represent though, that linger in my memory. Like parents fighting for visitation who could not afford legal services, or those facing challenges buying a used vehicle or renting property, and many other unique situations where people may not even realize they have a case. I've also seen first-hand how often marginalized communities and the economically challenged are pummeled in the courtroom because they simply can't afford counsel," notes Fox.

"GottaCallFaith.com will provide legal advice with the goal of helping parties understand the information needed to handle their own cases. Our flat fee consultation will be accessible for everyone! While I won't be taking on any of these cases, I'm working to create an extensive referral list of attorneys willing to work with the average-income client, versus only wealthy ones. Referrals to counsel will include my consultation notes, to avoid any additional charges to the client," adds Faith.

Attorney Faith Fox is admitted to the Bar and licensed in the states of North Carolina and New Jersey. Contact her at https://www.gottacallfaith.com/.

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News from Fox Legal Consults PLLC

his year on Love Litigating Lawyers Day, August 31, one lawyer is turning the tables. While the date is typically acknowledged as a show of appreciation for lawyers, Attorney Faith Fox is announcing a unique firm that shows appreciation for the client, by putting some of that litigating power back into the client's hands: Fox Legal Consults PLLC.

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

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Karmic Selling: New Bestselling Book Redefines Sales as an Act of Service

CHARLOTTE, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Kormac Group, an international management consulting firm, today announced the publication of 'Karmic Selling: Earning Business by Earning Trust' (ISBN: 978-1642258608) in partnership with Advantage Media. In his first book, entrepreneur and Kormac CEO Stan Gwizdak reveals how he's built his career by helping others.

"Forget rainmakers, growth gurus, and secret sauce - sales is about trust," asserts Gwizdak. "Emphasizing connection, kindness, and authenticity, my book gives readers practical tools to achieve lasting personal and professional fulfillment."

Five-star rated by Readers' Favorite and a #1 New Release in Amazon's Business Ethics, Management, and Sales & Selling Management categories, 'Karmic Selling' was welcomed by top editorial reviewers:

* "Practical and inspiring tips to forge rewarding 'business friend' relationships." Our verdict: GET IT - Kirkus Reviews

* Editor's Pick: "Insightful guide to authentic connections and building trust in sales." - Booklife by Publishers Weekly

* "A fresh, authentic approach to sales ... down to earth and straightforward ... an uplifting business book." - Foreword Clarion Reviews

Advance reviews from top business executives were equally enthusiastic:

* "A timely reminder about the power of authentic human connection." - Paul J. Tudor, CEO, Private Equity

* "Fabulous insights on being a great human, building success, and enriching your life." -Richard Ward, Former Senior Vice President, Baker Hughes

* "Concise, practical, and absolutely the right way to sell." - Bruce Hoechner, Board Member/Former CEO, Rogers Corporation

* "Thoughtful guidance to make all the relationships in your life more rewarding." - Steve Henderson, Executive Vice President, Leggett & Platt

* "A must read for everyone." - R. Kevin Wells, Lecturer, Auburn University Harbert College of Business

* "Lays the foundation for how to be truly genuine and achieve success." - Stephen Lazar, Jr., Fortune 1000 Operations Director

Inspired by the kindness he's given and received throughout his career, Gwizdak wrote the book for sales executives, entrepreneurs, and anyone looking for a better way to do business. Readers will learn how to serve others with a clean heart, bring their most authentic self to work, and cultivate lifelong business relationships. As CEO, consultant, and coach, Gwizdak provides the tools readers need to lead a more authentic, prosperous, and happier life. The journey begins with one simple question: "How can I help you?"

Early in his career, Gwizdak spent decades in the corporate trenches and saw the dangers of environments where everyone takes, takes, takes - instead of giving. A life-threatening car accident spurred him to escape the toxicity and start his own consulting firm, which adheres to a strict "No a--holes" policy. With clarity and honesty, Gwizdak shares the successes and failures that helped him grow his business - and shows that when we do good, even more good will come our way.

Gwizdak describes his authorship journey as a revelation. "When I started this book, it was meant to be about my sales approach. Then I came to realize that 'Karmic Selling' isn't even about selling. It's simply about doing good. I hope this book can help others see the value in living authentically and with a clean heart." He isn't trying to sell a million copies. "If I can help my readers, that's good enough for me. This book reflects my lifelong approach to business, and Kormac brings that same spirit of kindness to consulting."

An instant Amazon bestseller, 'Karmic Selling' is now available for purchase wherever books are sold, and readers can find related resources at https://karmicselling.com/, where Gwizdak offers helpful worksheets and checklists. He is also available for select speaking and coaching engagements.

About the Author, Stan Gwizdak

Stan Gwizdak is CEO of The Kormac Group, a results-driven management consulting firm that embodies his clean heart and commitment to serving others. As a chief executive and Six Sigma Master Black Belt, Gwizdak has spent 28 years leading operational transformations at General Electric, Honeywell, Textron, and more. He lives a life rooted in authenticity and seeking to help - not sell - every person he meets. Gwizdak believes in karma: doing good for others comes back to us. In his first book, 'Karmic Selling,' Gwizdak explains how to apply his clean-heart approach to the business world, giving readers practical tools to achieve lasting personal and professional success. Gwizdak lives with his family in Charlotte, North Carolina. For more information, please visit https://karmicselling.com/.

About The Kormac Group

Founded in 2014, The Kormac Group is an international management consulting firm committed to helping clients achieve real improvements in profitability and shareholder value. Kormac's small, expert teams deliver focused projects that meet client needs with exceptional speed and precision. The firm offers operational improvement, process enhancement, and value creation services in manufacturing environments of all kinds, including aerospace, automotive, oilfield services, chemicals, food, and medtech. Kormac helps leaders to address challenges in integrated supply chain and logistics, sales and operations planning, throughput, inventory management, labor and footprint optimization, safety, M&A, and more. The firm's Surgical Strike Methodology empowers them to serve clients with no minimum project size. For more information, please visit https://kormacgroup.com/.

About Advantage Media Group

Advantage Media Group ( https://advantagemedia.com/ ) helps business leaders and professionals become the authority in their field through book publishing and marketing. Through the Forbes Books and Advantage Books imprints, the company has worked with more than 2,000 CEOs, business leaders and professionals to publish a book that helps them establish their authority and grow their business. The Charleston, SC-based Advantage was founded in 2005 and in 2016 launched a partnership with Forbes to create ForbesBooks.

News from The Kormac Group

The Kormac Group, an international management consulting firm, today announced the publication of 'Karmic Selling: Earning Business by Earning Trust' (ISBN: 978-1642258608) in partnership with Advantage Media. In his first book, entrepreneur and Kormac CEO Stan Gwizdak reveals how he's built his career by helping others.

Related link: https://kormacgroup.com/

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North Carolina Business Group on Health Transitions to North Carolina Business Coalition on Health

CHARLOTTE, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- The North Carolina Business Group on Health (NCBGH), a leading nonprofit coalition of employers and healthcare stakeholders committed to improving the healthcare delivery system in North Carolina, is proud to announce a significant milestone in its evolution. Effective immediately, the organization will be known as the North Carolina Business Coalition on Health (NCBCH), while maintaining its dedication to its mission.

The decision to rebrand as the North Carolina Business Coalition on Health aligns with our commitment to better represent the collective efforts and interests of our members, as well as to strengthen our presence in the healthcare industry. This new name underscores our role as a collaborative force driving positive change, innovation, and improved healthcare outcomes across the state.

"Our organization's transformation into the North Carolina Business Coalition on Health reflects our drive to join employers and key healthcare stakeholders not just as diverse group, but a coalition of distinct entities joined together in action for our common cause at the forefront of healthcare advocacy and innovation in our state," said Jon Rankin, NCBCH's President and CEO. "While our name may have changed, we continue our mission to educate, advocate, and innovate for a better healthcare delivery system in North Carolina. We will continue to provide our members and community with valuable resources, foster collaboration among key stakeholders, and drive meaningful change in healthcare."

The North Carolina Business Coalition on Health will continue to champion the interests of employers and healthcare stakeholders by focusing on key areas such as healthcare cost containment, transparency, quality, wellness and wellbeing, and healthcare policy advocacy. Through educational initiatives, collaborative partnerships, and innovative solutions, the organization will strive to enhance the health and well-being of North Carolina's workforce and drive sustainable healthcare system improvements.

As part of the rebranding process, the North Carolina Business Coalition on Health has unveiled a refreshed logo. The updated branding captures the essence of our mission and reflects our ongoing commitment to empowering employers and stakeholders to work together to shape a more efficient and effective healthcare landscape.

Existing initiatives, programs, and partnerships will continue seamlessly under the new name, along with our commitment to fostering collaboration, sharing best practices, and advocating for a high-performing healthcare system in North Carolina.

For more information about the North Carolina Business Coalition on Health and its mission, please visit https://NCBCH.NET.

About North Carolina Business Coalition on Health:

The North Carolina Business Coalition on Health is a nonprofit coalition of employers and key healthcare stakeholders based in North Carolina. With a mission to educate, advocate, and innovate for a better healthcare delivery system, the organization works tirelessly to drive positive change, improve healthcare outcomes, and enhance the well-being of North Carolina's workforce. The North Carolina Business Coalition on Health represents the collective voice of employers and healthcare stakeholders, fostering collaboration and innovation to achieve a sustainable and high-performing healthcare system.

News from North Carolina Business Coalition on Health

The North Carolina Business Group on Health (NCBGH), a leading nonprofit coalition of employers and healthcare stakeholders committed to improving the healthcare delivery system in North Carolina, is proud to announce a significant milestone in its evolution. Effective immediately, the organization will be known as the North Carolina Business Coalition on Health (NCBCH), while maintaining its dedication to its mission.

Related link: https://ncbch.net/

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North Carolina Hospitals Awarded National Distinction by The Leapfrog Group

CHARLOTTE, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Leapfrog Group announced Monday that 18 hospitals in North Carolina, more than any other state, have been named to its 2022 national list of Top Hospitals. The full list of institutions honored as 2022 Top Hospitals, is available at www.leapfroggroup.org/tophospitals. The elite award is one of the most competitive honors American hospitals can receive in safety and quality. The winning facilities were officially recognized at Leapfrog's 2022 Annual Meeting & Awards Dinner. The North Carolina Business Group on Health (NCBGH) is the Leapfrog Regional Leader for North Caroline, working with providers, purchasers, payors and patients across North Carolina to drive safe, high-quality health care.

"We are so pleased with the commitment to safety and quality by the healthcare providers in our state," said Jon Rankin, president and CEO of NCBGH. "These 18 institutions exemplify dedication in our state to the highest standards of care, and highlight North Carolina's standing as a national leader in patient safety."

The Leapfrog Group is a national nonprofit watchdog organization that rates hospitals on how well they protect patients from errors and infections, as well as the effectiveness of procedures and other care they provide. A total of 115 hospitals were selected as Top Hospitals, including: 12 Top Children's Hospitals, 32 Top General Hospitals, 13 Top Rural Hospitals and 58 Top Teaching Hospitals.

"We are honored to recognize our 2022 Top Hospitals including the 18 Top Hospitals in North Carolina. Their commitment to transparency and excellence saves lives and enriches communities every second of every day," said Leah Binder, president and CEO of The Leapfrog Group. "The North Carolina Business Group on Health continues to lead the way to improve the safety and quality of health care in North Carolina."

The Top Hospital award is given to teaching, general, rural and children's hospitals that publicly report their performance through the Leapfrog Hospital Survey and meet the high standards defined in the Top Hospitals Methodology. This includes infection rates, maternity care and a hospital's ability to prevent medication errors, among other standards. To see the full national list of institutions honored as 2022 Top Hospitals, please visit www.leapfroggroup.org/tophospitals.

About The Leapfrog Group:

Founded in 2000 by large employers and other purchasers, The Leapfrog Group is a national nonprofit organization driving a movement for giant leaps for patient safety. The flagship Leapfrog Hospital Survey and new Leapfrog Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) Survey collect and transparently report hospital and ASC performance, empowering purchasers to find the highest-value care and giving consumers the lifesaving information they need to make informed decisions. The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, Leapfrog's other main initiative, assigns letter grades to hospitals based on their record of patient safety, helping consumers protect themselves and their families from errors, injuries, accidents, and infections. For more, follow us on Twitter and Facebook, and sign up for our newsletter.

About North Carolina Business Group on Health:

Founded in 2011, NCBGH is a non-profit coalition of employers and other key healthcare stakeholders across the state using their collective voice to influence decisions and impact the quality and cost of healthcare delivery systems across North Carolina. For more information, visit https://ncbgh.org.

News from North Carolina Business Group on Health

The Leapfrog Group announced Monday that 18 hospitals in North Carolina, more than any other state, have been named to its 2022 national list of Top Hospitals. The North Carolina Business Group on Health (NCBGH) is the Leapfrog Regional Leader for North Caroline, working with providers, purchasers, payors and patients across North Carolina to drive safe, high-quality health care.

Related link: https://ncbgh.org/

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North Carolina Culture of Wellness Award Winners Announced by NCBGH

CHARLOTTE, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Winners of the first annual employer Culture of Wellness Award have been announced by the North Carolina Business Group on Health (NCBGH), presented at their NCBGH Spring Forum in Greensboro. The award recognizes the best employer wellbeing programs across the state; companies committed to improving the health and well-being of their employees.

Employer programs were rated across seven components:
- Leadership Commitment
- Culture, Foundation, Policies
- Program Offerings / Tools / Incentives
- Strategic Planning / Communications
- Reporting Metrics & Evaluation
- Organization Engagement Data
- Innovation / Technology

Two awards were presented based on employer size. Alex Lee, Inc. was declared the winner in the "Large Employer" category, and Cleveland County Government in the "Small/Midsize Employer" category.

"Alex Lee is honored to have been selected as the winner of the first annual Culture of Wellness Award for the Large Employer Category," said Kim Davis, Hickory based Alex Lee's Sr. Director of HR Operations, Compensation and Benefits. "Alex Lee and all its subsidiaries - Lowes Foods, Merchants Distributors, Souto Foods, and W. Lee Flowers - place priority on health and wellness. We consider ourselves a family and we strive to build and uphold a strong sense of community. Providing a comprehensive wellness strategy, with health initiatives and benefits, is a defining part of our culture. Our focus is on our people and our commitment to their health."

Rebecca Rhinehardt, Safety Risk Coordinator, accepted the award for Cleveland County stating, "Cleveland County is honored to have received the 2022 Culture of Wellness Award. Our programs would not be possible without the commitment to employee health demonstrated by our commissioners and leadership team. Our success is 100% driven by our employee engagement."

"We had many North Carolina employers apply for the award, all for excellent programs demonstrating remarkable overall commitment to the wellbeing of their workforce and families," said Jon Rankin, CEO of North Carolina Business Group on Health. "Ultimately, these two organizations came out on top, outstanding across all award components."

About North Carolina Business Group on Health:

Founded in 2011, NCBGH is a non-profit coalition of employers and other key healthcare stakeholders across the state using their collective voice to influence decisions and impact the quality and cost of healthcare delivery systems across North Carolina. For more information, visit https://ncbgh.org.

News from North Carolina Business Group on Health

Winners of the first annual employer Culture of Wellness Award have been announced by the North Carolina Business Group on Health (NCBGH), presented at their NCBGH Spring Forum in Greensboro. The award recognizes the best employer wellbeing programs across the state; companies committed to improving the health and well-being of their employees.

Related link: https://ncbgh.org/

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Aldersgate Life Plan Community Participates in Welcoming America Conference

CHARLOTTE, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Aldersgate Life Plan Community announced today that they will be participating with their community of residents, staff as well as their overarching community in the Welcoming America Conference being held in Charlotte, North Carolina on May 18-20, 2022.

"At Aldersgate, we are committed to growing diversity throughout our community and believe that aging has the power to unite the world," said Brooks Shelley, Chief Branding & Community Engagement Officer. "We look forward to sharing our experiences in serving our elders and expanding diversity awareness and inclusion to include the one '-ism' that affects us all - ageism."

The Welcoming Network is composed of more than 300 non-profits and local governments working to build more inclusive and welcoming communities for immigrants. Like Aldersgate, they are driven by the conviction that communities make better decisions when residents of all backgrounds, identities and perspectives are meaningfully engaged.

"Our mission is to honor elders and we are committed to creating and fostering diverse, caring communities where everyone has a voice and value," added Shelley. "We strive to give elders their best day possible by creating fulfilling life experiences while partnering with others to create vibrant senior communities."

Aldersgate was the first Life Plan Community in the country to onboard a Chief Diversity, Inclusion and Equity Officer to help lead the community to live their mission. The community is a proud resident of East Charlotte and is committed to giving back to its neighbors. Over the holidays they brought their neighborhood together with their annual Festival of Lights celebration that welcomed more than 600 driving tour attendees and collected over 1,000 lbs of nonperishable food items to benefit Loaves & Fishes and Friendship Trays. Residents of Aldersgate take part in volunteer opportunities on an ongoing basis, including reading mentorship at the Summer Literacy Camp at ourBRIDGE for KIDS.

Aldersgate is a non-profit Life Plan Community that has been an integral part of Charlotte, North Carolina for more than 70 years. Aldersgate is actively involved in redefining and shaping the future of senior living. Located on one of the largest green spaces in Mecklenburg County, the wooded campus is abundant in natural beauty. The community offers premier lifestyle options for older adults regardless of age, color, gender or sexual orientation.

Aldersgate provides an At Home care service that is available to help Charlotte residents with grocery shopping, housekeeping and health assistance. The community has earned numerous accreditations, such as CARF and SAGE Platinum. The Asbury Health & Rehabilitation Center at Aldersgate was honored by U.S. News & World Report: "Best Nursing Homes"; the local community voted Aldersgate "Best Retirement Living"; and The Charlotte Observer honored it with "Best Assisted Living." Aldersgate is committed to helping residents thrive during this challenging and unprecedented time.

For more information, visit https://aldersgateliving.org/.

News from Aldersgate

Aldersgate Life Plan Community announced today that they will be participating with their community of residents, staff as well as their overarching community in the Welcoming America Conference being held in Charlotte, North Carolina on May 18-20, 2022.

Related link: https://aldersgateliving.org/

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Aldersgate Life Plan Community Wins Charlotte Magazine’s BOB Award

CHARLOTTE, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Aldersgate Life Plan Community announced today that they won Charlotte Magazine's Best of the Best award for 2022, recognizing them as the best senior living community in town by the voters in Charlotte. "We are proud and honored to be a Charlotte Magazine BOB winner," said Brooks Shelley, Chief Branding & Community Engagement Officer. "We would like to extend our thanks to the readership of Charlotte Magazine for this wonderful recognition."

Aldersgate is a proud resident of East Charlotte. They are committed to getting involved in the greater community and giving back to their neighbors. Over the holidays they brought the community together with their annual Festival of Lights celebration that welcomed more than 600 driving tour attendees and collected over 1,000 lbs. of nonperishable food items to benefit Loaves & Fishes and Friendship Trays. Residents of Aldersgate actively take part in volunteer opportunities, including reading mentorship at the Summer Literacy Camp at ourBRIDGE for KIDS.

"Our mission is to honor elders and we are committed to creating and fostering diverse, caring communities where everyone has a voice and value," added Shelley. "We strive to give elders their best day possible by creating fulfilling life experiences while partnering with others to create vibrant senior communities. Being recognized for living our mission and vision is extremely rewarding."

About Aldersgate:

Aldersgate is a non-profit Life Plan Community that has been an integral part of Charlotte, North Carolina for more than 70 years. Aldersgate is actively involved in redefining and shaping the future of senior living. Located on one of the largest green spaces in Mecklenburg County, our wooded campus is abundant in natural beauty. The community offers premier lifestyle options for older adults regardless of age, color, gender or sexual orientation. Aldersgate provides an At Home care service that is available to help Charlotte residents with grocery shopping, housekeeping and health assistance.

The community has earned numerous accreditations, such as CARF and SAGE Platinum. The Asbury Health & Rehabilitation Center at Aldersgate was honored by U.S. News & World Report: "Best Nursing Homes"; the local community voted Aldersgate "Best Retirement Living"; and The Charlotte Observer honored it with "Best Assisted Living." Aldersgate is committed to helping residents thrive during this challenging and unprecedented time.

For more information, visit: https://aldersgateliving.org/.

News from Aldersgate

Aldersgate Life Plan Community announced today that they won Charlotte Magazine's Best of the Best award for 2022, recognizing them as the best senior living community in town by the voters in Charlotte.

Related link: https://aldersgateliving.org/

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Commemorative Coin Debuts to Celebrate Juneteenth National Independence Day

CHARLOTTE, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Juneteenth Unlimited, LLC is excited to introduce the release of a commemorative coin to celebrate a new Federal holiday - Juneteenth - inspired by the African Diaspora, Black American history and the fight for freedom. Made of one troy ounce of .999 fine silver, this inspirational coin is for anyone who wants a valuable keepsake to memorialize this significant new holiday.

June 19, 1865, marks the date that the last known African-American slaves were freed. As a result, it's become one of the most important days in African-American history. This commemorative coin will honor and remember the African-American forefathers and mothers who suffered throughout the history of the trans-Atlantic slavery system.

What makes it a fascinating coin is the use of a Swahili word - Nahuona: "I see you." Careful thought and consideration were put into the use of this word. The concept may present one of the best ways to acknowledge empathy and compassion for all humanity. Juneteenth Unlimited is also delighted to use a West African Kente textile art design. The reverse side has an image of Frederick Douglass, a former slave who became a famed abolitionist.

In addition to the holiday marking the last known day slaves were freed, Juneteenth serves to remind people that humans have an incredible capacity to heal and emerge from their darkest moments with hope and purpose. This coin represents how people had to rise from the ashes and acquire freedom.

Beverly David Robinson, owner, Juneteenth Unlimited, is also the coin's designer and is committed to honoring the past while creating a brighter future. She hopes that all Americans will acknowledge the significance and power that Juneteenth holds.

"Precious metals have proven to have financial stability throughout history," she says. "This coin will hold its value for present and future generations. It's time to rejoice and celebrate history with one of these cherished coins."

For more information: https://nahuona.com/

About Juneteenth Unlimited

Juneteenth Unlimited works to raise awareness in the black community about the importance of owning precious metals as long-term investments.

News from Juneteenth Unlimited

Juneteenth Unlimited, LLC is excited to introduce the release of a commemorative coin to celebrate a new Federal holiday - Juneteenth - inspired by the African Diaspora, Black American history and the fight for freedom. Made of one troy ounce of .999 fine silver, this inspirational coin is for anyone who wants a valuable keepsake to memorialize this significant new holiday.

Related link: https://nahuona.com/

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North Carolina Business Group on Health Launches Culture of Wellness Awards to Recognize Employer Wellness Programs

CHARLOTTE, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Starting today, North Carolina employers can apply for first-ever Culture of Wellness Awards, presented by the North Carolina Business Group on Health (NCBGH). The awards recognize the best employer wellbeing programs across the state and are open to employers of all sizes. Companies can apply at NCBGH.org/wellness through February 14, and winners will be announced at NCBGH's annual Spring Forum in May.

Through these awards, NCBGH will recognize companies committed to improving the health and well-being of their employees. Research suggests that a healthy workforce is tied to greater employee engagement, business productivity, and overall economic prosperity. The Culture of Wellness Awards were established, in partnership with health service company Cigna, to honor NCBGH founding member and wellness champion Chris Cote.

Applications may be submitted today through February 14, 2022 at https://ncbgh.org/wellness and will be evaluated by NCBGH and Cigna across seven components:

* Leadership Commitment
- Senior leadership involvement and support

* Culture, Foundation, Policies
- Wellbeing embedded in culture
- Length of program in place
- Policies to support wellbeing

* Program Offerings / Tools / Incentives
- Pillars/Dimensions of Health
- Onsite, telephonic, digital (online) programs
- Rewards for participating/engaging

* Strategic Planning / Communications
- Goals and objectives/multi-year strategy
- Branding of wellness program
- Channels of communication
- Components utilized in planning

* Reporting Metrics & Evaluation
- Reporting date utilized for program planning
- Reporting back to population
- Means of evaluation

* Organization Engagement Data
- Health risk assessment completion
- Preventive care visits
- Disease management engagement

* Innovation / Technology
- Utilizing technology to meet changing needs of population

NCBGH worked with global health service company Cigna to develop the Culture of Wellness awards program, modeled on the Cigna Well-Being Awards that recognize clients with innovative and successful workplace wellness programs. Cigna will partner with NCBGH to select award winners.

"We know many North Carolina employers have developed remarkable programs for the overall wellbeing of their workforce and families," said Jon Rankin, CEO of North Carolina Business Group on Health. "We look forward to recognizing their organization and achievement as a shining example of excellence in health and wellness."

"We are proud to partner with NCBGH on this awards program that encourages and recognizes workplace wellness," said Charles Pitts, Cigna market president for the Carolinas. "Through our longtime partnership with NCBGH, we're focused on improving the health, wellbeing and peace of mind of the people, businesses and communities we serve in North Carolina."

About North Carolina Business Group on Health

Founded in 2011, NCBGH is a non-profit coalition of employers and other key healthcare stakeholders across the state using their collective voice to influence decisions and impact the quality and cost of healthcare delivery systems across North Carolina.

For more information, visit https://ncbgh.org/.

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News from North Carolina Business Group on Health

Starting today, North Carolina employers can apply for first-ever Culture of Wellness Awards, presented by the North Carolina Business Group on Health (NCBGH). The awards recognize the best employer wellbeing programs across the state and are open to employers of all sizes.

Related link: https://ncbgh.org/

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Aldersgate Kicks Off Their Guardian Angel Fund Campaign to Provide Residents with Confidence for Life’s Unexpected Turns

CHARLOTTE, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Aldersgate announces the celebration of its Annual Guardian Angel Tree offering, which lets donors dedicate a wooden angel ornament in honor of someone special. The Angel Tree is one way the community raises funds for the Guardian Angel Fund, which was created to give residents confidence through life's unexpected turns.

"If there's one thing Aldersgate residents are known for, it's bringing people together to celebrate friendship and make the world a better place," said Karen Gipson, Chief Mission Advancement Officer. "The Guardian Angel Fund is just another expression of what happens when the community puts their energy behind a cause."

Residents will celebrate the giving season on December 1, 2021 at the Aldersgate tree lighting ceremony. Angels can be dedicated in your own name, the name of a loved one, or anyone special who embodies the spirit of the Guardian Angel Fund.

When a minimum $25 contribution is made, a wooden angel is decorated with the dedicatee's name, and is placed on the grand Wintergarden lobby tree. A designated team of resident artists decorates each ornament by hand, taking great care in each angel's design. The Angel Tree is a symbol of hope and friendship in the community, and a reminder of Aldersgate's commitment to supporting its residents.

With donor help, the Guardian Angel Fund will continue to support residents who need a little help making ends meet while living at Aldersgate. Aldersgate's status as a nonprofit Life Plan Community places resident well-being at the center of their work. Aldersgate residents enjoy peace of mind knowing that they can remain at Aldersgate if they, through no fault of their own, outlive their resources. Supporting this fund allows you to be a "Guardian Angel" for residents who experience financial hardship-allowing Aldersgate residents to live with peace of mind and dignity.

Community members can donate by making a gift by check payable to Aldersgate Guardian Angel Fund, by donating online at https://aldersgateliving.org/guardian-angel-fund/, or by calling (704) 318-2009.

Aldersgate is a nonprofit Life Plan Community that has been an integral part of Charlotte NC for more than 70 years. Aldersgate is actively involved in redefining and shaping the future of senior living. Located on one of the largest green spaces in Mecklenburg County, our wooded campus is abundant in natural beauty. The community offers high quality life enrichment and a working environment for older adults and society at large, regardless of age, color, gender or sexual orientation. Aldersgate provides an At Home service that is available to help Charlotte residents with grocery shopping, housekeeping and care, if needed.

The community has earned numerous accreditations, such as CARF and SAGE Platinum. The Asbury Health & Rehabilitation Center at Aldersgate was honored by U.S. News & World Report: "Best Nursing Homes"; the local community voted Aldersgate "Best Retirement Living"; and The Charlotte Observer honored it with "Best Assisted Living." Aldersgate is committed to helping residents thrive during this challenging and unprecedented time.

News from Aldersgate

Aldersgate announces the celebration of its Annual Guardian Angel Tree offering, which lets donors dedicate a wooden angel ornament in honor of someone special. The Angel Tree is one way the community raises funds for the Guardian Angel Fund, which was created to give residents confidence through life's unexpected turns.

Related link: https://aldersgateliving.org/

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Aldersgate Annual Festival of Lights brings Joy, Caroling and Cheer to Charlotte Community

CHARLOTTE, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Aldersgate is thrilled to host their Annual Festival of Lights driving tour on their campus on Saturday, December 4, 2021, from 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. This free event showcases thousands of twinkling lights, and visitors are encouraged to roll the windows down, wave at residents and listen to local musicians.

"This amazing event was created last year as a way to bring the community together during Covid, in a safe way and for a much-needed cause," said Brooks Shelley, Chief Branding & Community Engagement Officer. "Aldersgate welcomed more than 600 driving tour attendees and collected 1,400 lbs. of nonperishable food items for the Second Harvest Food Bank. The holiday celebration brought such joy to visitors, residents, and team members alike, that we wanted to bring it back again to spread holiday cheer."

Aldersgate is grateful to both local and national sponsors for their assistance in making this event possible. See the list of sponsors at https://aldersgateliving.org/Lights/.

Donations of nonperishable food items are requested at entry to benefit Loaves & Fishes and Friendship Trays. Learn more about Loaves & Fishes and Friendship Trays at https://loavesandfishes.org/.

Entertainment along the drive will include the beloved Latin band, "Furia Tropikal," as well as Impromptu Acapella (a division of Carolina Voices) and the Youth Group of the Ethiopian Community Association of Charlotte & Surrounding Areas. In keeping with Aldersgate's commitment to fostering diversity, the featured bands and entertainment cross multiple cultures and traditions. Attendees will receive coffee mugs with hot chocolate packets and individually-wrapped cookies from Manolo's Latin Bakery. Manolo's Latin Bakery shares Aldersgate's commitment to philanthropy and was the winner of the Tiptree World Bread Awards Heroes USA 2021 by the International Bakery Industry Exposition.

About Aldersgate:

Aldersgate is a nonprofit Life Plan Community that has been an integral part of Charlotte, NC for more than 70 years. Aldersgate is actively involved in redefining and shaping the future of senior living. Located on one of the largest green spaces in Mecklenburg County, our wooded campus is abundant in natural beauty. The community offers high quality life enrichment and a working environment for older adults and society at large, regardless of age, color, gender or sexual orientation.

Aldersgate provides an At Home service that is available to help Charlotte residents with grocery shopping, housekeeping and care, if needed. The community has earned numerous accreditations, such as CARF and SAGE Platinum. The Asbury Health & Rehabilitation Center at Aldersgate was honored by U.S. News & World Report: "Best Nursing Homes"; the local community voted Aldersgate "Best Retirement Living"; and The Charlotte Observer honored it with "Best Assisted Living." Aldersgate is committed to helping residents thrive during this challenging and unprecedented time.

Learn more at: https://aldersgateliving.org/

News from Aldersgate

Aldersgate is thrilled to host their Annual Festival of Lights driving tour on their campus on Saturday, December 4, 2021, from 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. This free event showcases thousands of twinkling lights, and visitors are encouraged to roll the windows down, wave at residents and listen to local musicians.

Related link: https://aldersgateliving.org/

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Heath Spivey Named New President of DELTA |v| Forensic Engineering, Inc.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- DELTA |v| Forensic Engineering, Inc.™ announced today that they have appointed Heath Spivey, Manager of the Nashville Regional Office, as the new President of DELTA |v| Forensic Engineering, Inc.™, effective January 1, 2022. He will be succeeding Brian Anders, who will be stepping down from his current role as President and maintaining his titles of CEO and Founder of the organization. As President, Heath will be responsible for leading the companywide growth and strategic development of DELTA |v|™ as they continue maturing as an organization.

Heath brings over 14 years of experience working for DELTA |v|™ to his new role as President. His journey with DELTA |v|™ began as a young Associate Engineer in 2007, only three years after the company was formed. His incredible work ethic and dedication to fostering meaningful client relationships drove his upward trajectory within the organization, resulting in Heath being selected in 2014 to open DELTA |v|'s second regional office in Nashville, Tennessee.

"From the beginning of his career at DELTA |v|, Heath has demonstrated that he is a natural leader and valuable asset to the growth and success of the organization," says Brian Anders, CEO and Founder of DELTA |v| Forensic Engineering, Inc.™. "It is an honor to announce Heath as the new President of DELTA |v| and I am excited for him to lead this new chapter in DELTA |v|'s story."

This strategic milestone in DELTA |v|™'s history comes as they continue to expand their geographic and service offerings. Their recent launch of a Biomechanical service line, establishment of an Atlanta Regional Office, and continued expansion of event data recording services has demonstrated their respected influence within the forensic engineering field.

"I am extremely excited to embark upon this new journey as I shift from a practicing engineer in Nashville to a more executive role in Charlotte," says Heath Spivey, Incumbent President of DELTA |v| Forensic Engineering, Inc. Heath will be returning to his hometown of Charlotte in early 2022, with wife, Brooke and children, Beckett and Piper. "I envision this as a great opportunity to develop and empower both the company, and the professionals within it, to perform at their highest level. Based on the caliber of engineers and teams we already have in place, I'm confident we will be successful."

About DELTA |v| Forensic Engineering, Inc.

DELTA |v|™ is recognized as an accident reconstruction industry leader in its use of advanced technology to accurately document complex incident sites. The firm is also one of only two companies in the United States authorized to download proprietary data from Mack/Volvo black boxes. Headquartered in North Carolina, DELTA |v|™ has been privileged to work assignments domestically in more than 49 states, as well as Canada, the Bahamas, the United Kingdom, and Kuwait.

To learn more or to contact DELTA |v| Forensic Engineering, Inc.™, please visit https://www.deltavinc.com/.

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DELTA |v| Forensic Engineering, Inc.™ announced today that they have appointed Heath Spivey, Manager of the Nashville Regional Office, as the new President of DELTA |v| Forensic Engineering, Inc.™, effective January 1, 2022.

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

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The Arts Empowerment Project Awarded A 2021 Women’s Impact Fund Grant

CHARLOTTE, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Arts Empowerment Project has received $63,000 from Women's Impact Fund for their 2021 Arts & Culture Grant. The grant was announced at the annual meeting of the Women's Impact Fund which was held virtually on May 10, 2021. Grants were awarded to five local non-profits in the areas of Arts & Culture, Education, Environment, Health, and Human Services.

he Arts Empowerment Project believes in the transformative power of art to heal and inspire children impacted by violence, neglect and abuse. Through their six flagship programs and collaborative partnerships, they are working to break the cycles of violence and trauma through arts opportunities that ignite change in vulnerable youth. Using the arts as a vehicle, The Arts Empowerment Project provides experiences that broaden horizons, foster resilience, and build essential life skills for the at-risk and court involved students they serve.

The Women's Impact Fund's investment and partnership will allow them to advance their work by scaling their programs to reach more of the 10,000 children in Charlotte who need support now more than ever. They will now be able to expand their infrastructure and support the transition to virtual formats whenever possible, which will increase the number of students served in grades K-12.

"On behalf of The Arts Empowerment Project, we are incredibly grateful for this generous award and so honored to be the Women's Impact Fund's Arts & Culture Grant recipient for 2021. The affirmation we received as the selected grantee represents the understanding that for so many children, art is a refuge. It is also a pathway to a new day and new opportunities. Vulnerable children in our community must do more than just survive, they deserve the opportunity to thrive," said Natalie Frazier Allen, Founder and CEO of The Arts Empowerment Project.

"We are excited to award a grant to The Arts Empowerment Project for Arts & Culture Grant," said Patricia Massey Hoke, Executive Director of Women's Impact Fund. "Our members were compelled by The Arts Empowerment Project's work to serve the most vulnerable during the COVID-19 pandemic. We look forward to our collaboration."

About The Arts Empowerment Project:

The Arts Empowerment Project is a 501(c)(3) non-profit founded by Natalie Frazier Allen, an attorney and child advocate in Charlotte, NC and former Chief of the Domestic Violence Unit in Washington, D.C. The organization's mission is to break the cycles of violence and trauma through arts opportunities that ignite change in vulnerable youth. Their programs help youth develop coping mechanisms when faced with adverse childhood experiences, including domestic violence, community violence, police violence, and the myriad of traumas impacting children and families living in poverty in underserved communities. In 2020, they provided over 100 hours of art experiences to over 500 youth in Mecklenburg County. For more information, visit https://theartsempowermentproject.org/.

About Women's Impact Fund:

Since 2003, Women's Impact Fund has amplified the significant role women play in philanthropy. Its mission is to strengthen communities by maximizing women's leadership in philanthropy through collective giving, education, and member engagement. With approximately 500 members, the organization has emerged as one of the largest women's collective giving groups in the country and continues to create powerful change within Mecklenburg County. To date, Women's Impact Fund has made 89 grants totaling more than $6.4 million. For more information, visit https://womensimpactfund.org/.

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The Arts Empowerment Project has received $63,000 from Women's Impact Fund for their 2021 Arts & Culture Grant. The grant was announced at the annual meeting of the Women's Impact Fund which was held virtually on May 10, 2021. Grants were awarded to five local non-profits in the areas of Arts & Culture, Education, Environment, Health, and Human Services.

Related link: https://theartsempowermentproject.org/

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YUNG Citizen Champions Message of Injustice and Inequality With Latest Song and Music Video, ‘Brown Butta’

CHARLOTTE, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Citizen Music Group wants you to know and follow Christopher "YUNG Citizen" Williams, Charlotte (N.C.) native, and you will discover someone deeply passionate and committed to raising awareness to the injustices and social inequities that exist in society today. Spending time with him clearly reveals his beliefs. As a Hip Hop artist and producer, his music became the next form of expression and logical platform to share his message with a larger audience. FOLLOW HIM!

"Brown Butta" is YUNG's latest visual creation intended to raise awareness to the issues of today (police brutality, racial discrimination, income inequality, disadvantaged youth, etc.) while displaying black and brown images of beauty, confidence, righteousness and love of community.

Make no mistake about it, "love of self and genuine respect and concern for others will always be part of what defines me," says YUNG.

Featured on the track and video is Jason Jett, another talented Charlotte artist. His smooth and soulful rendering on the hook is a powerful compliment to YUNG Citizen's poignant verses; both are guaranteed to forever be etched in your inner most consciousness after the first encounter.

YUNG advises, "'Brown Butta' will join his list of trademark creations guaranteed to inspire and motivate people to remain present in the moment and vigilant toward peaceful and meaningful change."

ABOUT YUNG Citizen

YUNG's lyrical genius will always find him behind his mandate of inspiring and motivating people to aspire to new heights that have no limits; and to never stop chasing their dreams. YUNG Citizen's ultimate goal is to create music that challenges the social conscious of the nation to acknowledge these issues do exist and work toward positive and lasting change.

YUNG's unique musical sound blends his interpretations of Hip Hop, R&B and Pop to create timeless masterpieces that penetrate your inner soul. The music lures you in with smooth melodies, crisp and perfectly placed drums with a bass compliment that will provide the perfect heartbeat. A few of YUNG Citizen's musical influences include Michael Jackson, Pharrell Williams, BAS, J Cole, and Thundercat.

Mid-August began the release of a five (5) mini EP project (two tracks per) titled "FORMULA."

The first, Formula I ("Brownes Ferry" and "Conversations With") was released in September, followed by Formula II ("Beautiful Thing" and "Brown Butta") in October. Both are available on all streaming platforms. Formula III ("Wake Up" and "32") is set to release Q1, 2021.

For interviews, additional visibility, bookings, sponsorships and other interests, please contact Dennis Williams, 704-578-0774, citizenshipmanagement1@gmail.com

"Brown Butta" Video: https://youtu.be/vBh1e1izRd0

Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/yungcitizen

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

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Citizen Music Group wants you to know and follow Christopher "YUNG Citizen" Williams, Charlotte (N.C.) native, and you will discover someone deeply passionate and committed to raising awareness to the injustices and

Related link: https://www.facebook.com/yungcitizen

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New Agile Virtual Conference Sets Out To Make Carolinas The Next Agile Hotspot!

CHARLOTTE, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- What do you get when you combine a week full of entertaining Agile Great Debates each morning, 6-dynamic speakers each day representing some of the region's leading Fortune 500 Employers and 24-Agile Industry hot topics followed by live Q&A opportunities in a virtual green room? You get, The Ultimate Virtual Conference by Agile Week Carolinas(TM) scheduled to kick off October 6 - 9, 2020 and FREE to all who register!

Sponsored by Scrum.Org, Keyot & BrandDisco(C), Agile Week Carolinas(TM), is a dedicated platform for Companies, Teams and Individuals to discover what's NEW, CHANGING or TRENDING and will attract over 12,000 registered attendees across North & South Carolinas!

With carefully selected speakers, debaters and moderators who are Agile Certified Leaders and Practitioners across Carolinas' regional communities, AWC was created for the Agile community, by the Agile community, as a platform to catapult and connect the most curious, to the most confident Agilists, and everyone in between.

Agile Week Carolinas(TM) (AWC), has experienced breakout success since its February 2020 inception mostly contributing this early-adoption to its 'ecosystem like' model, where attendees are encouraged to be a part of the story vs. just watching from the sidelines by getting involved as Speakers, Debaters, Moderators or Volunteers across three big pillars.

The topics presented by various speakers are pre-selected by AWC's Leadership Team who enlists the help of researchers to find the most socially relevant topics for audiences who range in demographic from; Senior to Mid-Level Agile Professionals, PMP holders transitioning to Agile roles, Military Veterans interested in Agile and College Grads.

This year's topics will cover the below categories and attendees are welcome to select as many areas of interest as they desire:
* Daily Great Debates on Agile's Gray Areas
* Future of Work
* Agile Adoption & Transformation
* Agile Data, KPI's & Reporting Tools
* Agile Career Paths & Market Trends
* Scrum Teams & Sprint Success
* Agile Mindset Mastery
* Product Owner Success & Pro-Tips
* Agile State of The State Address (Agile Today vs. Agile Tomorrow)

"We are honored to introduce Agile Week Carolinas, into the Carolinas' Agile Market as an annual event," said DeMario & Dawn Nicole Mcilwain, Husband & Wife Entrepreneurs, AWC Co-Founders & Visionaries & Agilists. "Our ultimate vision is to create a hub for Agile Innovation, Date & Market Trends and Thought Leadership through Agile Week Carolinas and with our region's combined Tech Talent and strong economic power, we can easily make the Carolinas the next Agile Hotspot."

What makes AWC different is that they are not competitive, instead they're inclusive! AWC sees much more value in bringing the communities & conversations together to showcase top Agile Carolina Talent and has partnered with other professional organizations across the Carolinas to make this happen (i.e. PMI Midlands and Metrolina Chapters, IIBA Palmetto Chapter, Veterans Ascend, Women in Agile Charlotte Chapter, Optomi, NC Tech, Pink Mentor, etc.).

Agile Week Carolinas(TM) invites you to register for any of its special events or learn more by going to: https://agileweekcarolinas.com/

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What do you get when you combine a week full of entertaining Agile Great Debates each morning, 6-dynamic speakers each day representing some of the region's leading Fortune 500 Employers and 24-Agile Industry hot topics followed by live Q&A opportunities in a virtual green room? You get, The Ultimate Virtual Conference by Agile Week Carolinas.

Related link: https://agileweekcarolinas.com/

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Bunk 57 Ministries Receives a $40,126 grant to reshape the lives of Minority Young Men

CHARLOTTE, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Bunk 57 Ministries has received a $40,126 grant from the Mecklenburg County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council to fund its Youth Discipleship Program for minority youth, young men ages 12-17.

Bunk 57 Ministries is a non-profit organization serving the metro Charlotte area. The "Youth Discipleship" program partners young men ages 12-17 with a mentor that will take them through a 12- month mentoring program with a holistic approach.

The JCPC Grant will be used to provide one on one mentoring including group growth sessions, community service projects and educational and social excursions.

"We are excited to expand our efforts to transform the mindset of young men headed down the wrong path. The JCPC grant helps with training materials and the resources and personnel needed to support both mentors and program participants. Our mentors will work with our young men to focus on their mental, social, emotional and spiritual well-being in addition to academia," says, Ira Lawrence, Founder of Bunk 57 Ministries.

ABOUT BUNK 57 MINISTRIES:

Bunk 57 Ministries diverts youth from the school to prison pipeline, provides faith-based media through hip-hop and cinema projects and advances successful re-entry using faith-based practices through education, training and discipleship.

Bunk 57 Ministries is seeking additional mentors to work with the young men accepted into the program and is accepting donations to assist with additional funding to include its Life Restoration and Hip-Hop and Cinema programs.

For more information on Bunk 57 Ministries and how you can support efforts to change lives, please visit https://www.bunk57ministries.org/ or call 980-553-0108.

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Bunk 57 Ministries
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News from Bunk 57 Ministries

Bunk 57 Ministries has received a $40,126 grant from the Mecklenburg County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council to fund its Youth Discipleship Program for minority youth, young men ages 12-17.

Related link: https://www.bunk57ministries.org/

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Emergency Transportation Associates Launches New Emergency Vehicle Marketplace

CHARLOTTE, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Three weeks ago ETA challenged WiT Group to develop an online marketplace for buyers and sellers of emergency vehicles. WiT Group, a Charlotte, N.C. based marketing agency, completed a full website redesign including the development of custom-designed responsive web pages, a fully functional online marketplace, and a search engine optimized web platform that will lead the way for the emergency vehicle industry.

The beautifully designed web platform will act as a vessel for ETA to connect buyers and sellers in the emergency vehicle industry, as well as explaining their company's added value and additional service offerings such as; used ambulances, ambulance remounts, chief trucks, light rescues, police conversion vehicles, type II ambulances, dispatch software, vehicle graphic design, cell phones, routers, mifis, and other similar services.

WiT Group revised the content, design, site structure, and marketplace functionality to develop a seamless user experience that was optimized for all devices and search engines. By consolidating a disjointed smattering of websites, microsites, and landing pages, ETA is now able to offer the emergency vehicle industry a "one-stop-shop" for emergency vehicle sales, accessories, service, and other ancillary services. This is currently the only marketplace of its kind, offering a new level of value to the industry. The marketplace is currently the only option available for emergency vehicle liquidation that doesn't require transaction fees, another industry first.

"WiT Group has exceeded our expectations in delivering this online marketplace. The smooth process and high level of expertise combined with the incredible level of communication resulted in the success of the project. The driving factor that makes this partnership successful is a unified vision; ETA wants to bring new and creative business operation products to the emergency services industry as well as continuing to grow our ambulance sales division. WiT has done a fantastic job as our creative partner to share in that vision, ensure the proper infrastructure has been set up, and work to achieve the desired results," said Eric Vogl Sr & Eric Vogl II - Co-Founders of Emergency Transportation Associates, LLC.

The Charlotte-based marketing agency developed the online marketplace within 3 weeks - an extremely ambitious timeline. The entire marketplace was redeveloped from end-to-end, from the information architecture to the redeveloped content, to the customized design - the entire website was reimagined. With a UX focused design and enhanced web functionality, users will now find an unprecedented value that is poised to revolutionize the emergency vehicle industry.

"This was a very challenging project, to get everything launched in 3 weeks was quite the undertaking but we are happy with the results and I am looking forward to seeing the results. For our agency, this is only the beginning - the new web platform paves the way for our pay-for-performance marketing efforts and I expect to see immediate results from this effort," said Josh Mangum, CEO of WiT Group.

ETA's comprehensive digital marketplace is one of a kind in its industry. With the completion of this web platform, companies within the emergency services industry will now have access to a comprehensive business operation platform to assist with every aspect of running a business, including marketing, direct marketing, and more. To get things started, ETA is offering the first 30 days of a listing free to anyone who wants to list their emergency vehicle.

About Company:

Emergency Transportation Associates, LLC (ETA) is a family-owned and operated emergency vehicle sales and service business located in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Established in 2019, ETA aims to revolutionize the emergency services industry by providing unmatched customer service and business operations support. The completion of this emergency vehicle sales marketplace and business operations hub is a significant milestone for ETA as well as for the emergency services industry. The newly expanded website now supplies the platform where you can connect with other EMS, Rescue Squads, Fire, and Police Departments across the United States.

For more information visit www.emergencytransportationassociates.com

The WiT Group is a full service, results-driven marketing agency based in Charlotte, North Carolina. WiT Group was founded in 2011 and has seen extreme growth in 2020 due to a business-minded results-driven approach. The agency provides creative marketing, business strategy, branding, search marketing, lead generation, and traditional marketing services to companies of all sizes across the country. WiT Group also offers the industry-revolutionary Pay Per Performance model and 6-step continuous improvement process to ensure every client receives a customized strategy and superior service. The WiT Group delivers exceptional results that raise our clients to new levels of success.

For more information visit https://witgroupagency.com

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News from WiT Group

Three weeks ago ETA challenged WiT Group to develop an online marketplace for buyers and sellers of emergency vehicles. WiT Group, a Charlotte, N.C. based marketing agency, completed a full website redesign including the development of custom-designed responsive web pages, a fully functional online marketplace, and a search engine optimized web platform that will lead the way for the emergency vehicle industry.

Related link: https://witgroupagency.com/

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Bob Karney pledges $25,000 to biker families affected by COVID-19

CHARLOTTE, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Bob Karney, a motorcycle accident attorney, donated $25,000 directly to biker families in need, The Karney Law Firm announced today. The requests poured in and over 80 families received immediate aid.

Bob Karney, a strong supporter of the motorcycle community, witnessed firsthand how people's lives were being upended by COVID-19. With overloaded governments offering limited support, he refused to stand by and watch people struggle.

"It's up to us, our biker community, to support each other until this difficult time passes," stated Karney. He created an initiative called "Bulldog Backs Bikers" and offered financial assistance to motorcyclists in his community.

Requests were submitted by filling out a simple form on the website and donations were limited to $200 for individuals and $500 for families with children on a first come, first served basis. "I've always told you I have your back and I meant it," stated Karney.

About Karney Law Firm:

The Karney Law Firm, an established personal injury law firm that focuses on motorcycle accidents, has been representing injured bikers since 1975. With a clear understanding of the obstacles motorcyclists face both on the road and in the courtroom, our attorneys fight for accident victims to receive all that they are entitled to under the law. Protecting bikers throughout the Carolinas with offices in Charlotte, Greensboro and Raleigh. From accident through recovery, we've got your back.

More information: https://www.karneylaw.com/

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Bob Karney, a motorcycle accident attorney, donated $25,000 directly to biker families in need, The Karney Law Firm announced today. The requests poured in and over 80 families received immediate aid.

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

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Sokal Opens Spacious New Office in Charlotte Area

RALEIGH, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Sokal, a leader in automobile advertising in North Carolina, opened a new, cutting-edge office space in the Charlotte area.

Sokal has been a long-time frontrunner in the competitive automobile marketing business. As the company continues to grow and expand, the Charlotte area has become a prime location to appropriate Sokal's resources.

"I couldn't be more pleased to have our office space in this booming area, where there is a great sense of community and connection," stated Mark Sokal, CEO of Sokal. "I love this area of the country and I'm confident that our continued growth and expansion will serve this Charlotte area, well with our marketing, web solutions, creative services, and more that we offer. We have an incredible team of highly trained experts in the field, and we will continue to offer our high standard of advertising needs to all of our clients."

The current Charlotte Sokal team now occupies the new 9,000 square foot venue which opened on November 1, 2019 at the new location at: 9911 Northcross Center Ct., Huntersville, NC 28078.

This Sokal team, along with their base in Raleigh, is comprised of sales, marketing, accounting, coordinators, and more and they will continue to service the 300+ clients that the ad agency giant handles on a monthly basis for advertising needs.

"As I've been at Sokal for many years and experienced the astounding growth and integrity of the company, I am extremely excited to see this new location take off," Melissa Clark, COO Client Operations of Sokal commented. "We are a growing family of varying backgrounds, cultures, expertise, and creative passion. We're all in this together and my wish for the team who'll be occupying this new office space in the Charlotte area all the best!"

About Sokal:

With headquarters in Raleigh, North Carolina, and offices stretching from up and down the east coast to Texas, Sokal is the area's largest advertising agency focusing on automotive advertising. Sokal is dedicated to growing business for their clientele through multiple marketing and advertising services.

As a full-service agency, they manage the entire project from start to finish. The company executes everything from media buying, radio and television production, ad design, direct mail, search engine marketing, website design, website maintenance, and much more.

Sokal employs well over 100 staff members from Account Executives and Account Coordinators, to Media Buyers, Digital Strategists, Website Developers, and Graphic Designers, while currently managing well over 350 clients across the country.

For more information on Sokal, please visit their website at: https://www.gosokal.com

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Sokal, a leader in automobile advertising in North Carolina, opened a new, cutting-edge office space in the Charlotte area. Sokal has been a long-time frontrunner in the competitive automobile marketing business.

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Drop-In Daycare Grand Opening in Ballantyne Neighborhood in Charlotte, NC

CHARLOTTE, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Although many parents enroll their children in traditional daycare facilities and schools, there is a large gap when it comes to finding part-time childcare for working parents, stay-at-home moms, and after hours. Giggles Drop-In Daycare addresses those needs and is excited to announce the opening of their Charlotte location in the Ballantyne neighborhood on December 29, 2019.

"Parents have been asking for more reliable, trustworthy resources for child care in the Charlotte, North Carolina area, and we were excited to meet the challenge," says Zach Richards, Giggles CEO and co-founder.

The new Giggles Drop-In Childcare is holding a grand opening celebration in the Ballantyne Village Shopping Center at 14815 Ballantyne Village Way, Suite 180, Charlotte NC 28277, on December 29, 2019.

This is a great way for local families to visit, meet the staff, check out the 3,400-square-foot facility and show their kids what all the fun is going to be about. The center will be open from 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., and parents can bring their children to explore the age-specific rooms, climb on the handmade treehouse and be welcomed into the Giggles family.

"We have been spreading the word since we started construction on this location earlier this year. We're thrilled to be part of the local community because we can give back to the busy moms and dads who have been asking for a flexible child care provider that they can feel confident bringing their kids to," said Richards.

Giggles offers a unique daycare center concept. Parents can drop their children off for up to four hours of fully supervised, engaging, interactive child care each day. The center will also offer after-school care and summer camps.

The company is grateful for the assistance of KEEL Concepts as the architect, Zenith Building Group as the general contractor, and Studio Displays for the incredible craftsmanship of the indoor treehouse.

In the swiftly growing Ballantyne community, this service is able to fulfill a much-desired need. When parents seek child care, they want to know that their kids are treasured, loved and cared for. They often secretly hope that the child care provider will take better care of their kids than they do.

Giggles is set up to offer parents exactly what they want from drop-in childcare in Charlotte, N.C. The flexible daycare center accommodates children from 1 to 12 years old. The facility is set up to engross kids with developmentally appropriate activities for every age while feeding their imaginations, enhancing cognitive, social and physical growth, and maintaining unsurpassed standards of care.

All staff members undergo an extensive background check and receive CPR and first aid training to ensure the well-being and safety of the children in their care. They must also have a passion for helping kids learn, grow and explore.

Perhaps even more importantly, the children love Giggles. The location will be offering daily themed crafts as well as regular movie nights and other events that keep kids begging to come back and parents excited to have a safe and nurturing environment in which to send their kids.

The Ballantyne, Charlotte drop-in childcare center is the newest of the seven locations in the southeast. The family-owned franchise is passionate about bringing this unique and time-tested approach to as many families as possible. The franchise has grown quickly since the first location opened in 2008. Giggles is poised to open six new franchises in the next year. They believe that kids are incredible, and they serve the children first. The fact that parents get to enjoy their free time and know that their kids are in good hands is a valuable second priority.

For more information about the Giggles grand opening in Ballantyne Village, Charlotte North Carolina, visit https://gigglesdaycareinc.com.

Anyone who is interested in franchise opportunities can visit https://gigglesfranchiseinc.com/ to learn more.

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Giggles Drop-In Childcare
Email: sales@gigglesdaycareinc.com
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Although many parents enroll their children in traditional daycare facilities and schools, there is a large gap when it comes to finding part-time childcare for working parents, stay-at-home moms, and after hours. Giggles Drop-In Daycare addresses those needs and is excited to announce the opening of their Charlotte location in the Ballantyne neighborhood on December 29, 2019.

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Registration Open for First Ever Charlotte Truck Pull – Fundraiser to support Move For Hunger, presented by MYMOVE

CHARLOTTE, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Move For Hunger announced today that registration is open for the first-ever Charlotte Truck Pull, presented by MYMOVE. The event, in which teams of 5-10 will compete to see who can pull a moving truck 100 feet in the fastest time, will be held at Lenny Boy Brewing Co. (3000 South Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC, 28217) on Saturday, November 16 from Noon-4 p.m.

Registration is $100 per team and can be completed at CharlotteTruckPull.com. Proceeds from the event will benefit Move For Hunger, a national non-profit organization that has created a sustainable way for the relocation industry to reduce food waste and fight hunger.

"MYMOVE is thrilled to deepen our partnership with Move For Hunger and continue supporting our very own community during the inaugural truck pull here in Charlotte," said Ben Mark, MYMOVE's Director of Partnerships. "We hope this represents the first of many future opportunities to combine our two brands, engage people about the Move For Hunger cause, and further the effort to fight hunger."

Suddath Relocation Systems of Charlotte will provide one of their trucks for the event. As a member of Move For Hunger's national network of relocation professionals Suddath provides their customers with the opportunity to donate unopened, non-perishable food during the moving process and volunteers to deliver the donations to the local food bank, free of charge.

"At Suddath Relocation Systems of Charlotte, we are invested in our local community and giving back to those around us," said Monty Miller, Suddath's Vice President & General Manager, Network Operations. "It is an honor to be a Move for Hunger partner and we look forward to making a lasting impact on the lives that we touch with this partnership."

More than 1.5 million people in North Carolina, including 1 in 5 children, do not have reliable access to a sufficient quantity of affordable, nutritious food. Meanwhile, 40% of all the food in the United States is wasted. The funds raised at the Charlotte Truck Pull will support Move For Hunger's hunger relief and food rescue programs, both in North Carolina and nationwide.

ABOUT MOVE FOR HUNGER

Move For Hunger is a national 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that has created a sustainable way to reduce food waste and fight hunger. We have mobilized the leaders of moving, relocation, and multi-family industries to provide their customers, clients, and residents with the opportunity to donate their food when they move. Members of Move For Hunger also organize community food drives, participate in awareness campaigns, and create employee engagement programs. For more information, or to find out how you can host your own food drive, visit http://www.moveforhunger.org/.

ABOUT MYMOVE

MYMOVE, LLC, owned by Red Ventures, LLC, is a media company with unbeatable technology, data and marketing expertise. We have an exclusive relationship with the USPS(R) that allows us to connect brands with roughly 39 million movers every year. We help the USPS(R) facilitate the official Change of Address process. Through this partnership, we're able to reach millions of movers at the most important point of their move. We help movers get unbeatable savings on products and services they need - and we help brands get in front of the right audience. We have 25 years of experience connecting movers with top brands in retail, entertainment, banking, insurance, telecommunications, home security and more. And we have a talented team of marketers, analysts, engineers, designers and copywriters who get the job done. For more information, please visit https://www.mymove.com/.

ABOUT SUDDATH RELOCATION SYSTEMS OF CHARLOTTE

With over a decade of local moving, storage and logistics experience in Charlotte, Suddath(R) has become the Tar Heel state's best choice for experienced, high-quality residential and commercial moving services, global mobility solutions and third-party logistics services. Suddath is a family moving company started three generations ago in 1919 in Jacksonville, FL. Since then, we have expanded our services globally, and now move tens-of-thousands of families and military members, thousands of businesses, and millions of pounds of products to destinations across the world each year with personalized care and attention. For more information, please visit https://suddath.com/charlotte/.

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Move For Hunger announced today that registration is open for the first-ever Charlotte Truck Pull, presented by MYMOVE. The event, in which teams of 5-10 will compete to see who can pull a moving truck 100 feet in the fastest time, will be held at Lenny Boy Brewing Co. (3000 South Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC, 28217) on Saturday, November 16 from Noon-4 p.m.

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Phone Ninjas Can Triple Appointment Setting Rates for U.S. Automotive Businesses

CHARLOTTE, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Phone Ninjas, a certified phone coaching company, analyzes inbound sales, outbound sales, parts and service calls for car dealers. In some cases, its advanced phone and Internet training has increased appointment setting to nearly 86 percent.

"That's a rate practically unheard of in the industry," Chris Vitale, vice president, Phone Ninjas, says. "Our goal is to help businesses build better customer relations and to boost sales."

On average, highly engaged dealers realize about 60 to 80 percent of appointments when using Phone Ninjas innovative and motivational training techniques because the company takes a proactive and multi-touch approach. Proprietary software allows Phone Ninjas' coaches to insert feedback at precise points in the phone recording.

Detailed reports are sent to employees and their supervisors for corrective feedback and to monitor progress. Employees quickly gain confidence and learn how to handle the most difficult customers, all while providing top-notch customer service.

"In this age of advanced and easy communication, customers who receive poor customer service will quickly spread the word," Vitale says.

For example, American Express reports that upset American consumers will share their experience with roughly 15 people. And, of course, there's social media and review sites such as Yelp, Angie's List and Google My Business.

So, companies with great customer service come out on top. In fact, Gartner, a global research and advisory firm, reports that 64 percent of customers believe customer experience is more important than price when deciding to make a purchase with a brand.

Phone Ninjas is dedicated to making a difference in a dealer's bottom line. They're even offering free web and phone mystery shops to dealers to demonstrate any problem areas that need to be addressed.

About Phone Ninjas:

Phone Ninjas was founded in 2009 by Jerry Thibeau, CEO. It's the number one Phone and Internet training platform helping dealerships realize 60 to 80 percent appointment rates and earn more profits. The company is certified by General Motors, Subaru and others as a turnkey vendor.

For more information: http://www.phoneninjas.com/

Watch a short video about how Phone Ninjas works: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3DrGVftWKCI

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chrisv@reconninjas.com

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Phone Ninjas, a certified phone coaching company, analyzes inbound sales, outbound sales, parts and service calls for car dealers. In some cases, its advanced phone and Internet training has increased appointment setting to nearly 86 percent.

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Dreams Are About to Become Reality for Charlotte Rock Band Killakoi

CHARLOTTE, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- N.C.-based rock band, Killakoi, opened the inaugural Epicenter Festival. On May 9, 2019 Killakoi took the stage in the Epicenter Village for the early arriving festival campers. The festival was estimated to have an estimated 10,000 campers.

Since their inception in 2017, Killakoi has been taking the rock world by storm. It seems like there's no stopping these four talented and hard-working musicians from making their dreams come true.

2018 was a banner year for the band as they released their debut EP "Pangea," working with Sahaj Ticotin and completed their first national tour with From Ashes To New, as well as Badflower and Dead Girls Academy, who are also performing at the festival.

Killakoi dared to set an even bigger goal for themselves, to play Carolina Rebellion in 2019. It was a lofty goal for such a young band but they put forth an "if you can dream about it, you can do it" attitude and great things began to happen. Of course, Carolina Rebellion is no longer, but Epicenter Festival filled the void in Rockingham, N.C. for music fans from all across the country. The weekend festival included dozens of bands including headliners Tool, Korn, Rob Zombie and the Foo Fighters.

They were honored with the distinction of being the very first band to play the festival taking the stage for the Pre-party in the Rockingham Village Thursday evening.

Killakoi Is:
Jordan Mattachione - Vocals, Guitar
Sam Ocheltree - Bass
Robbie Reimer - Guitar
Michael Russo - Drums

Management: Empire Reign
Booking Agency: Artery Global

Learn more about the band at: https://www.killakoi.com/

Follow on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/Killakoimusic/

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N.C.-based rock band, Killakoi, opened the inaugural Epicenter Festival. On May 9, 2019 Killakoi took the stage in the Epicenter Village for the early arriving festival campers. The festival was estimated to have an estimated 10,000 campers.

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Growing Work Opportunities for Artists in North Carolina – Creative Aging Symposium

CHARLOTTE, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Creative Aging Network-NC (CAN-NC) is excited to announce its 2019 Creative Aging Symposium: Building Creative Communities Across Generations on April 30 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Bell Campus in Greensboro. The event will be repeated on May 1 during the same hours at the Harris Conference Center in Charlotte.

Artists in and around North Carolina have a unique opportunity to learn about the growing field of intergenerational arts at the fun and highly interactive event.

Hosted by Creative Aging Network-NC with sponsorship from Southminster and funded in part by the North Carolina Arts Council, participants will learn valuable information about establishing, implementing and sustaining intergenerational programming in a variety of communities regardless of their discipline.

Presenters at the Symposium will teach attendees how to engage people of all ages, abilities and degrees of artistic experience in meaningful programs that encourage creative self-expression, build confidence, increase social connection and improve overall well-being.

Founder of Elders Share the Arts and the National Center for Creative Aging, Susan Perlstein will be accompanied by violinist and multimedia teaching artist Anthony Hyatt to provide a dynamic, interactive professional development experience for all who attend.

Both leaders have extensive experience working with the older population as well as intergenerational groups in a variety of settings such as senior centers, assisted living, hospitals, schools and more. Whether you are seeking new ideas for your personal or professional life, or pursuing the arts academically, this immersive arts intensive will teach you new techniques for engaging others in meaningful lifelong learning.

Registration is just $35! For more information or to register visit http://www.can-nc.org/creative-aging-symposium/. You may also contact Lia Miller at lia@can-nc.org or 336-253-0856 (email preferred).

About Creative Aging Network-NC (CAN-NC):

A North Carolina nonprofit, CAN-NC works to enhance the well-being of older people through creative arts programming, education, and training. They offer programming in visual, performing and literary arts, and provide services for artists and healthcare professionals including on-site training, personalized consultations, educational workshops, and interactive presentations. Learn more: http://can-nc.org/.

News from Creative Aging Network-NC

Creative Aging Network-NC (CAN-NC) is excited to announce its 2019 Creative Aging Symposium: Building Creative Communities Across Generations on April 30 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Bell Campus in Greensboro. The event will be repeated on May 1 during the same hours at the Harris Conference Center in Charlotte.

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Sean M. Clayton Named Rising Star by Super Lawyers

CHARLOTTE, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Sean M. Clayton of The Karney Law Firm has been selected to the 2019 North Carolina Rising Stars list, The Karney Law Firm announced today. Each year, no more than 2.5 percent of the lawyers in the state are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers to receive this honor.

Super Lawyers, a Thomson Reuters business, is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement.

The annual selections are made using a patented multiphase process that includes a statewide survey of lawyers, an independent research evaluation of candidates and peer reviews by practice area. The result is a credible, comprehensive and diverse listing of exceptional attorneys.

About Karney Law Firm:

The Karney Law Firm, an established personal injury law firm that focuses on motorcycle accidents, has been representing injured bikers since 1975. With a clear understanding of the obstacles motorcyclists face both on the road and in the courtroom, our attorneys fight for accident victims to receive all that they are entitled to under the law. From accident through recovery, they've got your back.

To learn more, visit http://www.KarneyLaw.com.

News from Karney Law Firm

Sean M. Clayton of The Karney Law Firm has been selected to the 2019 North Carolina Rising Stars list, The Karney Law Firm announced today. Each year, no more than 2.5 percent of the lawyers in the state are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers to receive this honor.

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Introducing Properly, The Real Estate Industry’s First Full-Service, Online Brokerage Launches in Charlotte, North Carolina

CHARLOTTE, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- The first full-service, online brokerage for home sellers, Properly, is launching in Charlotte, N.C. in January 2019. The fast-growing city of Charlotte was selected as Properly's second market from a shortlist of potential cities.

Since they launched in Atlanta in 2015, Properly has sold over $50 million of real estate, more than 100 homes and saved their customers almost $1 million in listing commissions (the average Properly customer saves over $8,500 in listing commissions).

Selling a home is an unnecessarily complex and manual process that takes an average of 72 days and costs the average seller $15,000. Each year over $30 billion is spent on residential listing commissions by U.S. homeowners.

Properly is providing a solution the modern home seller is looking for, a better way to sell her or his home. Their cloud-based, online real estate brokerage sells homes three times faster than the market average, for more than 98 percent of the recommended list price, providing home sellers full transparency into the home sale process.

Why Charlotte?

Charlotte was selected from a list of approximately 20 U.S. cities. Our market analysis revealed that Charlotte shares a lot of characteristics with Atlanta. It's a fast growing city, with a young population of homeowners. It's become known for innovation and the presence of lots of high tech companies and Fortune 500 companies made the city a compelling one for our team.

"Charlotte is the ideal market for us. It's a young, fast-growing city with a large community of busy homeowners who are looking for a better, faster way to sell their home," said Properly CEO and co-founder, Ben Kubic.

Head of Real Estate and Co-Founder, Jude Rasmus, adds "Charlotte was an easy choice as a new market for expansion because it's a young, enterprising city with a booming economy. The market demographics in Charlotte are similar to our market in Atlanta and it is a natural transition for Properly. Charlotte boasts a large population of post-college graduates who can afford to own real estate and who prefer a technology driven, online solution to everything they do."

Properly's digital model allows sellers to monitor their entire transaction online in real-time, including showings, feedback, and offers. The average Properly listing has sold in 18 days, nearly 3x faster than the national average.

Backed by NextView Ventures and Lerer Hippeau, East Coast venture capital firms, early investors in companies like Warby Parker, Casper, BuzzFeed, and TaskRabbit.

For more information on Properly, or to receive a free 98 percent accurate online home valuation, visit https://www.sellproperly.com/.

ABOUT PROPERLY:

Properly is the first full-service, online brokerage designed to make the home selling experience transparent, convenient, and cost-appropriate. Sellers can oversee their entire transaction online with real-time updates and automated market analytics, while experienced agents handle every detail and negotiation. The average Properly client sells 3x faster than the market and saves $8,500.

Properly was co-founded by Ben Kubic, Harvard Business School graduate, and Jude Rasmus, a 30-year industry veteran who is ranked a Top-3 broker nationally by The Wall Street Journal.

PRESS CONTACT

Stephen Smith | ssmith@sellproperly.com | (646) 924-6559

ABOUT NEXTVIEW VENTURES:

NextView Ventures is a thematic, seed stage venture capital firm who invest in founders who are using technology to redesign the Everyday Economy. NextView has offices in New York and Boston and invest across the United States. Investments include Dia&Co, Grove Collaborative, MealPal, Attentive, and others. More information: https://nextviewventures.com/.

ABOUT LERER HIPPEAU:

Lerer Hippeau is a seed stage venture capital fund based in New York City. Properly is the second Atlanta-headquartered company Lerer Hippeau has invested in, participating in ScoutMob's 2014 Series B round. Other investments include BuzzFeed, Casper, Warby Parker, Doctor on Demand, Giphy, Percolate, and others. More information: https://www.lererhippeau.com/.

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News from Properly

The first full-service, online brokerage for home sellers, Properly, is launching in Charlotte, N.C. in January 2019. The fast-growing city of Charlotte was selected as Properly's second market from a shortlist of potential cities.

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Thread.Legal – the Missing piece of Microsoft Office 365 for Lawyers

CHARLOTTE, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- If you are a law firm using Microsoft Office 365 and need something extra to complete your document and case management, then Thread is for you. Built in Microsoft Office 365, it gives you a practice management solution with software you already know. Thread is the latest case management software from eXpd8 Ltd, harnessing 30 years' legal IT industry experience and specifically designed for lawyers and paralegals.

Thread was launched at Microsoft's campus in Charlotte on September 18th and has received tremendous reviews from both paralegals and lawyers. It has been described as disruptive, refreshing, easy to use and at $39 per user per month offers lawyers a very affordable solution to manage their firms' business and clients.

Thread is a brand-new cloud-based legal case management software, built in collaboration with Microsoft which enables legal practices to free up valuable time, be more productive, increase profitability and truly digitally transform their firms.

"80 percent of legal firms in the US currently do not have a Case Management system in place," said Liam Mullaney, CEO, eXpd8. "Instead, they are reliant on in-house developed systems that are becoming obsolete due to increasing client demands."

With Microsoft Azure as its foundation, Thread incorporates several Microsoft technologies including Microsoft Office 365, One Drive for Business and SharePoint. This enables Thread to provide law firms with the ability to manage their entire practice smoothly and efficiently whilst also ensuring government level security, compliance and seamless connectivity. Thread brings together all the essentials of a modern legal practice.

Growing legal firms need a capable, customizable, yet affordable solution to automate and optimize their entire business in order to survive and thrive in today's competitive market. Thread can help them do just that.

"Thread is truly the missing piece of Microsoft Office 365 for lawyers," said John Cuddy, Cuddy & Co Solicitors.

About eXpd8:

eXpd8 Ltd, founded in 2001 in Dublin, Ireland was established to provide IT solutions to the legal sector. The Founder, Declan Branagan, recognized a gap in the market to help legal firms be more productive. With a small team and a big vision, the eXpd8 legal case management software was set in motion. There are now over 3,500 users of eXpd8 software around the world and it is the Irish market leader.

About Thread:

Thread, the missing piece of Microsoft Office 365 for lawyers, is a new innovative solution that includes legal case management, time and expense management, document management, scanning and billing. Thread is the first to market with such a comprehensive solution for small to medium legal firms. Learn more: http://thread.legal/

About Microsoft:

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) is the worldwide leader in software, services, devices and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential. Learn more: http://www.microsoft.com/.

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News from eXpd8 Ltd.

If you are a law firm using Microsoft Office 365 and need something extra to complete your document and case management, then Thread is for you. Built in Microsoft Office 365, it gives you a practice management solution with software you already know. Thread is the latest case management software from eXpd8 Ltd, harnessing 30 years' legal IT industry experience and specifically designed for lawyers and paralegals.

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Tri at the Trump Fundraiser Will Continue in 2018 to Benefit Children with Cancer

CHARLOTTE, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Amid controversy over an event name and outspoken public opinion, a Charlotte N.C. based charitable organization, Tri at the Trump was forced to cancel their annual charity race due primarily to threats of physical harm. Organizer Chuck McAllister said "We set up this race back in 2014 as a way to help children with Cancer. For the last 4 years it has been a success until this year, when we received numerous politically charged threats.

"For the safety of the athletes, the spectators, and the children involved we have had to cancel this year's race."

It was evident that opponents of the event were against using the Trump name, despite the fact that Trump National Golf Club is just the location of the race. Even after changing the name to "Tri for Good," as a way to save this year's triathlon, the organization still received threats and were forced to cancel.

"When we started this event three years ago, we did so with a single goal: raise money to assist families fighting pediatric cancer. Everyone involved in this endeavor does so on a voluntary basis and 100 percent of proceeds go directly to the designated charities. We are heartbroken we cannot support this event, however, our commitment to these charities is ongoing."

However, the spirit and goal of the event remains. Donation pages for the charities that were to be supported have been posted and charitable giving will continue. In fact, the Triathlon event "Tri at the Trump" will resume next year on October 7, 2018.

McAllister said "Despite the backlash that has happened this year, our goals have not changed. Donations are still being accepted and we are planning to proceed with the race in 2018. The venue and the name, Tri at the Trump, will stay the same next year because our goal is to host a premier event that has the best chance of gaining support for the charities involved.

"The Trump National Golf Club in Charlotte has been an amazing partner and it is a prime location for an event of this type, so that will not change. We just ask that people put politics aside and support an event for a good cause."

In 2018 the organizers are aiming to have twice the participation and twice the attendance after having to miss this year.

Supporters are encouraged to visit the Isabella Santos Foundation or the Tri at the Trump Website where 100 percent of the 2017 donations and 100 percent of the 2018 donations will go to that foundation.

Tri at the Trump: http://triatthetrump.com/

Isabella Santos Foundation: https://www.isabellasantosfoundation.org/

Isabella Santos Foundation Donation Page: https://www.firstgiving.com/fundraiser/chuck-mcallister-1/beatcancer

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Amid controversy over an event name and outspoken public opinion, a Charlotte N.C. based charitable organization, Tri at the Trump was forced to cancel their annual charity race for 2017 due primarily to threats of physical harm.

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