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LeadingIT Teams Up with Extra Life to Raise Money for Sick Children

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- LeadingIT, a Chicagoland technology and cybersecurity support company, has teamed up with Extra Life to raise money for hospitals that treat sick or injured children.

Each year, the IT company's team sets their fundraising goals and invites sponsors and donors to help them hit their targets as they participate in marathon gaming sessions organized by Extra Life. This year, the LeadingIT team has already surpassed its goal of contributing $1,000, raising an impressive $2,285 after a strong start to 2020. This number is expected to increase even further with more gaming events scheduled this year.

About Extra Life

Extra Life is a unique initiative that brings thousands of gaming enthusiasts together to play marathon sessions of their favorite games and raise funds to help their local hospital registered under the Children's Miracle Network (*note 1). Since its launch in 2008, the Extra Life nonprofit has raised more than $70 million for sick and injured children. Extra Life lets gamers who would typically play on their own come together to have fun at an Extra Life United event or smaller events held by Guilds, with giant live stream marathons.

At the same time, Extra Life helps people become more aware of the critical issues that the Children's Miracle Network is doing and offers them the chance to raise the money that their local children's hospital needs.

Extra Life's Achievements

Since its inception in 2008, Extra Life, through its association with the Children's Miracle Network, has raised over $70 million dollars to benefit 170 hospitals for sick and injured kids in the U.S. and Canada. The donations made by gamers on the platform stay local and provide funding for healthcare services, research, pediatric medical equipment, and essential treatments that member hospitals need.

Today, Extra Life's most important initiative is a COVID-19 Impact Fund that aims to help hospitals caring for affected children to close the gap between their existing resources and what they need, and LeadingIT is honored to involved and an active participant in the cause.

LeadingIT's Community Involvement

LeadingIT's involvement in Extra Life supports their core value of community and the need to give back. The company considers themselves an extension of their clients and is honored to promote and support their community. Collectively, over the past several years of teaming up with Extra Life, LeadingIT has raised and donated over $10,000.

Anyone who wants to join the team can support LeadingIT's selected charity, the Lurie Children's Hospital. Alternatively, LeadingIT team members can also choose to specify a different organization where they want the funds they raise to go.

To learn more about how to join or contribute to the LeadingIT Extra Life team, please visit our page at https://www.extra-life.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.team&teamID=51880.

About LeadingIT

LeadingIT offers 24/7, all-inclusive, fast, and friendly technology and cybersecurity support for nonprofits, manufacturers, schools, accounting firms, religious organizations, government, and law offices with 10-200 employees across the Chicagoland area.

MEDIA CONTACT
Stephen Taylor
Phone: 847-545-0714
Email: Stephen@GoLeadingIT.com

Sources: (*Note 1) https://extralife.childrensmiraclenetworkhospitals.org/

LeadingIT, a Chicagoland technology and cybersecurity support company, has teamed up with Extra Life to raise money for hospitals that treat sick or injured children.

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

Hoppon Announces Launch to Help Local Businesses Attract New Customers and Boost Revenue

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- 2020's stunning events have made e-commerce more important than ever for local businesses who want to succeed, and the innovative new grocery ecommerce platform, Hoppon, can help in a very exciting way.

In 2020, Chicago-based local businesses have faced challenges related to the Covid-19 pandemic and other associated issues. These challenges have made taking new approaches to marketing, along with exploring opportunities to expand reach, vital for those who want to thrive.

The good news is that help is out there for those who know where to look. The new e-commerce grocery platform for Chicago, Hoppon, is here to assist.

Hoppon connects customers and hyperlocal businesses with its online e-commerce platform, with the aim of helping local businesses get new customers and boost revenue. This approach is geared to be a real "win-win" for all involved. To help local businesses in need, Hoppon is inviting shop vendors/owners in the Chicagoland area to list their shop on the platform through the end of December 2020, for free.

"We are committed to helping small businesses during these difficult times," commented Hoppon CEO, Shekar Dhandapani. "We are also entrepreneurs, and we understand better than anyone how much we have to help each other through this period. That's why we're here. More consumers are embracing mobile-based shopping, so running promotions and advertising on Hoppon can help local businesses get more customers in a relatively short period of time at a fraction of the cost they would otherwise need to spend for marketing."

Hoppon is a great choice for many local businesses. We especially focus on specialty shops with energy and spirit to serve local customers, including Indian, Chinese, Mexican, Greek, and other ethnic restaurants, grocery stores, and small businesses. Chicago is well known for local businesses of this type being the most authentic, high-quality choices in the entire United States.

The hyperlocal Chicago small business platform is quite easy to search, making it especially valuable for Chicago shoppers. The featured sales and discounts encourage customers to check in often to see what new offers might be available, along with verifying whether any interesting new businesses have jumped on board.

The early feedback for Hoppon has been positive across the board.

Christine S., from Chicago, recently said in her five-star review: "My husband and I love Greek groceries and restaurants. Hoppon has helped us keep track of what's happening and also connect with e-commerce options too. Highly recommend!"

For more information and to register a shop with Hoppon's platform through the end of December 2020 for free, visit: https://us.hopponworks.com/shop-register/

About Hoppon

Hoppon connects customers and hyper-local businesses with an online eCommerce platform. Hoppon helps local businesses get new customers and boost revenue. Hoppon is committed to helping small businesses during these difficult times. We are also entrepreneurs and understand better than anyone that we have to help each other through this period. And we are here to help. In addition, with more & more consumers embracing mobile-based shopping, running your promotions and advertising on Hoppon can get you, customers, in a relatively short period of time, that too at a fraction of the cost.

Hoppon connects consumers with small or independent grocers, specialty food stores, craft food purveyors and other quality food merchants in the Chicago, Illinois area. Grocers can sign up with Hoppon and select easily add their available inventory through a CSV file or to send the information to us and we add it. Delis, bakeries, and even specialty food markets are using the platform to make shopping more accessible.

We especially support the local specialty shops, including Indian, Chinese, Mexican, Greek, and other ethnic restaurants, grocery stores, and small businesses. Hoppon has apps in Google Play and the Apple Store. For more information or to register your shop, visit https://us.Hoppon .com/

2020's stunning events have made e-commerce more important than ever for local businesses who want to succeed, and the innovative new grocery ecommerce platform, Hoppon, can help in a very exciting way.

Related link: https://us.shophoppon.com

Aaron Ozee Launches Regulus Masks Protecting Families During COVID-19 Pandemic

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- Aaron Ozee, celebrity author of the bestselling children's book, "Regulus" (ISBN: 978-1387010790), and esteemed director of the "Regulus" movie, has partnered with Vistaprint to launch a collection of masks which feature his infamous rat king character to protect families during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Ozee searched for vendors that could execute his vision for launching a collection of Regulus masks, but few proved worthy to handle such a task. However, when Ozee learned Vistaprint began printing face masks, he was convinced they were the right partner. Not just because the safety and quality measures they use when making them, but they donate a percentage of each order placed to local communities that have been devastated by the Coronavirus.

Ozee designed the collection of Regulus masks to be affordable to families who are confronting financial hardship. Each mask has considerable breathing room, can be washed using hand soap or various cleaning solutions for reuse, are equipped with a changeable filter, and come vacuum sealed with factory timestamps for enhanced security during shipping.

"We never expected this pandemic would change the way people live. Disasters of any kind are often unpredictable, but as humans we are strong enough to push through anything. Entertaining families during this harsh period of history with this global phenomenon of a character has been a gift from the heavens but ensuring the safety of my fans has never been more important. Masks are the key to defeating this horrible virus, and if we equally follow best practices, as directed by credible authorities, we shall prevail," said Ozee during the release of this announcement.

An unprecedented grouping of legendary actors, musicians, comics, political leaders, authors, film makers, athletes, and motivational speakers have expressed support. Names such as Tony Hawk, Akon, Drake Bell, Sean Astin, and Paula Deen rank among those who love "Regulus."

For those wanting to purchase a copy of the "Regulus" (ISBN: 978-1387010790) book, or Regulus mask for members of your family, please visit https://www.aaronozee.com.

For those wanting to stream the "Regulus" movie on Amazon Prime, you will need to register for your membership or visit https://www.regulusmovie.com.

VIDEO: https://youtu.be/1feuD0XFWRA

No celebrity endorsement claimed or implied.

Aaron Ozee, celebrity author of the bestselling children's book, "Regulus" (ISBN: 978-1387010790), and esteemed director of the "Regulus" movie, has partnered with Vistaprint to launch a collection of masks which feature his infamous rat king character to protect families during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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

LeadingIT Celebrates 10 Years of Service in Chicagoland

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- LeadingIT, a friendly technology and cybersecurity support firm, started with no clients and zero dollars. For the first 8-10 months, Stephen Taylor, our CEO, worked on reaching out to as many people as possible, offering and telling them what he could do. The few who saw value in our offerings signed up as clients. With sheer determination and dedication, he spent the first year trying to build the business.

Our official start date was October 15, 2010, and we have experienced steady growth since our establishment. Currently, we serve 2,800 end users from our 90 regular clients. Stephen Taylor currently relies on his team to enable and empower him to do more. With our 10th anniversary coming up on October 15, 2020, we look at the steps we've taken in service delivery.

The Major Impact Factor

Looking back over the last ten years, Stephen Taylor believes that hard work and dedication have fueled much of our success. Entrepreneurs should learn how to level up themselves and get out of their comfort zone to achieve their goals. Business owners who try to manage everything in their businesses can quickly become a stumbling block to their success.

Stephen Taylor has delegated most roles and gotten out of the way, showing immense trust in his team's ability and judgment. Thanks to his team, he can focus more on the company's bigger vision as they take care of the technical roles and the daily tasks. Taking risks and doing things that challenge you can also make a difference as an entrepreneur.

National Cybersecurity Awareness Month

We're also excited to share our anniversary alongside National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM), which is in its 17th year of existence. According to CISA.gov(*Note 1), this year's theme, "Do Your Part. #BeCyberSmart," encourages organizations to become intentional about enhancing cybersecurity. NCSAM emphasizes that individuals should take personal responsibility in protecting their cyberspace.

Company Values

LeadingIT has made considerable strides in our business operations while holding fast to company values. The core values that inform our brand include:
* We get IT done
* We foster community
* We constantly improve
* We create happy clients

Our Services

Partnering with us offers a host of benefits, including:
* Fast and friendly support: Our responsive tech experts resolve issues in real-time, preventing untimely downtime that can hamper your team's productivity.
* All-inclusive: Nonprofits, religious organizations, schools, manufacturers, law offices, and accounting firms can reach out to us for 24/7, all-inclusive tech and cybersecurity support.
* Cybersecurity: Count on us to secure your organization from evolving cybersecurity threats and to help you proactively prevent data loss and ransomware. Trust us to help you maintain industry best practices and put hurdles on the path of cyberattacks.

Developing Future Leaders

LeadingIT cares about the next generation of IT professionals and offers a scholarship for IT students at McHenry Community College. The scholarship helps to create substantial career opportunities as we work to close the talent gap. Two IT students benefit from our $250 scholarship every year, one in fall and the other during spring. With these scholarship funds, students can pay for their tuition fees and buy relevant books. Interested applicants can visit the McHenry County College Foundation Scholarship Program website to apply before the set deadlines.

Giving Back to The Community

Every year, LeadingIT takes part in Extra Life (*Note 2), a nonprofit organization that collects funds for a local children's hospital. You can play games on their website, then collect and earn pledges that go to charity. Extra Life has raised over $70 million since its inception in 2008. Now, they are running the COVID-19 Impact Fund for sick and injured kids.

About LeadingIT

LeadingIT offers 24/7, all-inclusive, fast, and friendly technology and cybersecurity support for nonprofits, manufacturers, schools, accounting firms, religious organizations, government, and law offices with 10-200 employees across the Chicagoland area.

For more information about LeadingIT, please visit https://www.goleadingit.com.

For more information about the LeadingIT Technology Scholarship, please visit https://mchenry.academicworks.com/opportunities/1986.

MEDIA CONTACT
Stephen Taylor
Phone: 847-545-0714
Email: Stephen@GoLeadingIT.com

Sources:
(*Note 1): https://www.cisa.gov/national-cyber-security-awareness-month
(*Note 2): https://www.extra-life.org/

LeadingIT, a friendly technology and cybersecurity support firm, started with no clients and zero dollars. For the first 8-10 months, Stephen Taylor, our CEO, worked on reaching out to as many people as possible, offering and telling them what he could do. The few who saw value in our offerings signed up as clients. With sheer determination and dedication, he spent the first year trying to build the business.

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

Petra’s Playground – A Travel Show for Kids – Premieres October 6, 2020

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- After more than five years in production and spanning 6 continents and 31 countries, 6-year-old Petra Ahmed will take kids and adults on weekly adventures in her new travel series, Reel Energy Entertainment announced today. Australia, Egypt, Scotland, and many more destinations are on the itinerary including a safari in South Africa.

Asif Ahmed, an award-winning independent filmmaker and Petra's dad, has been following Petra around with a camera in tow since she was born. More importantly, Asif has been trailing her on the road since she was 18 months old and learning to walk on glaciers in southern Patagonia. In the past 18 months Petra has taken to the camera and is now ready to share the world through her eyes, a child's eyes.

Viewers will visit ancient sites, exotic locales, and go on many adventures. Petra will take you skiing in the Dolomites in Italy and race down runs from the previous Winter Olympics. She fearlessly snorkels in the deep waters of the Great Barrier Reef and free dives at night, hunting for octopus and lobsters.

"We are just scratching the surface on the vision Petra and I have for this series. She has gotten much more comfortable in-front of the camera and is now comprehending the amazing journey she has already experienced. She wants to go deeper into new cultures and meet children around the world while continuing to seek adventure and experience new cuisines. We are going to be 'Parts Unknown' for kids." Offered Creator and Director, Asif Ahmed.

Most of the episodes were filmed before Covid shut the world down, but Petra's Playground is continuing production this fall by shooting episodes around the United States. We are keeping an eye out for when other countries will open up their border to Americans.

Petra's Playground premieres October 6, 2020 at https://petrasplayground.com/.

Petra will be hosting a Watch Party at 7 p.m. CDT prior to its premiere taking your questions.
* Official Trailer YouTube - https://youtu.be/Po7hveQdSLg
* Premiere Watch Party - https://www.facebook.com/events/1186796025030967
* Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/petras.playground/

About Petra Ahmed (lead)

Petra is only 6 years old and has already traveled to 6 continents and 31 countries. She is the perfect mix of Vietnamese and Pakistani and was born in Hollywood. Petra, like her peers, loves rainbows, horses, unicorns, and Disney princesses. She will never turn down vanilla ice cream and red velvet cupcakes. When she's not in some far-flung locale or in school, she enjoys skiing, swimming, biking, dancing, hiking, horseback riding, drawing, painting, music, gymnastics, and exploring nature.

About Asif Ahmed (show creator)

Asif Ahmed, Petra's dad, has been producing content since he was 10 years old and is now instilling this passion in his daughter. He produced his first cable show at 10 years old and has written, produced, directed since then. He served as show runner for two cable series and wrote and directed the award-winning feature, Lost Dream, that starred Michael Welch from the Twilight Saga and Emmy Award and Golden Globe nominated Patricia Richardson. Asif's production company has created content for several brands for various social media channels.

*PHOTO link for media: https://www.Send2Press.com/300dpi/20-1002s2p-petra-in-egypt-300dpi.jpg
*Caption: Petra Ahmed exploring the ancient temples of Abu Simbel in Egypt.

After more than five years in production and spanning 6 continents and 31 countries, 6-year-old Petra Ahmed will take kids and adults on weekly adventures in her new travel series, Reel Energy Entertainment announced today. Australia, Egypt, Scotland, and many more destinations are on the itinerary including a safari in South Africa.

Related link: https://petrasplayground.com/

The American Friends of Capodimonte announce new Senior Fellow, Board Member and opening of 2021 Fellowship application

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- It is with great pleasure that American Friends of Capodimonte (AFC) announce the appointment of Dr. Claire Van Cleave as the AFC Senior Fellow at the Capodimonte Museum in Naples, Italy. The AFC's unique mission places an American scholar directly inside the staff of an important Italian museum.

The focus of Dr. Van Cleave's scholarship will be the approximately fifty works on paper from the Farnese collection. This includes important 16th Century works by Raphael, Michelangelo, Parmigianino and Sofonisba Anguissola. Dr. Van Cleave's research will complement the Museum's current campaign to digitize its entire collection.

Dr. Van Cleave, a native of Chicago, is a writer and lecturer on Renaissance art and a specialist on the drawings of the 15th Century Italian painter Luca Signorelli. Her scholarly publications include: "Master Drawings of the Renaissance" (London, 2007), for the British Museum and, as co-author, of "Italian Master Drawings from the Princeton University Art Museum" (Princeton, 2014). She has also curated exhibitions such as the monographic exhibition devoted to Signorelli at the National Gallery of Umbria in Perugia, Italy in 2012. Her Senior Fellowship begins in September. Information: http://www.americanfriendsofcapodimonte.info/fellows
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The AFC is committed to supporting scholarship on the Capodimonte's extraordinary collection and making the treasures of the Museum accessible to an English-speaking audience," said AFC President, Nancy Vespoli. "Claire came to us with a project that was perfectly attuned to our mission and impossible to resist."

The Board of the AFC is also pleased to announce that it is receiving applications for the 2021-22 AFC Post-Doctoral Fellowship, the only fellowship for an American art historian in an Italian museum. Information: http://www.americanfriendsofcapodimonte.info/afc-fellowship-about. Dr. James P. Anno served as the first AFC Fellow from 2017-2019 and was recently appointed Associate Curator of European Art at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.

In July, Gretchen A. Hirschauer was named to the AFC Board. Gretchen is a Curator of Italian and Spanish Paintings at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. During her long tenure, Gretchen has curated many exhibitions with accompanying catalogues, including Flowering of Florence: Botanical Art of the Medici in 2002, Luis Melendez: Master of the Spanish Still Life in 2009, Piero di Cosimo: the Poetry of Painting in Renaissance Florence in 2015, and Andrea del Verrocchio: Sculptor and Painter of Renaissance Florence in 2019.

"I sincerely thank the American Friends of Capodimonte who offer us the possibility of this international collaboration from which the museum will benefit enormously," said Sylvain Bellenger, Director of the Museum and Royal Park of Capodimonte. "The AFC has increased awareness of the Museum with an American audience and given us the opportunity to have important American scholars working alongside our curators."

ABOUT CAPODIMONTE MUSEUM:

Referred to as an "under-visited treasure trove" by the New York Times in 2019 and "the most underrated museum in Italy" by Condé Nast Traveler in 2016, Capodimonte was built in 1738 by King Charles of Bourbon (later King Charles III of Spain). It sits atop the highest hill above the ancient city of Naples, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The core of the collection is the Farnese collection of paintings and sculpture, formed in the Sixteenth and Seventeenth centuries by Pope Paul III and his Farnese relatives, later inherited by Charles of Bourbon.

Learn more about Capodimonte at: http://www.museocapodimonte.beniculturali.it/

ABOUT AMERICAN FRIENDS OF CAPODIMONTE (AFC):

Founded in 2016, American Friends of Capodimonte (AFC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization created to bring awareness about one of the world's greatest museums to an English-speaking audience. AFC members receive exclusive access to Capodimonte Museum and Royal Park, U.S. events related to the museum's collection and priority on custom trips to Naples and beyond.

For more information, visit: http://www.americanfriendsofcapodimonte.info/

or contact AFC President, Nancy Vespoli: americanfriendsofcapodimonte@gmail.com or 203-887-9872.

For information about AFC events and membership, press inquiries, or to set up an interview with Sylvain Bellenger, Director of the Museum and Royal Park of Capodimonte, please contact AFC President, Nancy Vespoli, at americanfriendsofcapodimonte@gmail.com or 203-887-9872.

FOLLOW ON SOCIAL:

FACEBOOK: https:/facebook.com/AmericanFriendsofCapodimonte/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/American_Friends_Capodimonte/

MULTIMEDIA:

*Photo link for media: https://www.Send2Press.com/300dpi/20-0924s2p-afc-raphael-300dpi.jpg

*Photo caption/credit: Raphael, Moses by the Burning Bush, c. 1514, charcoal and white lead on 23 sheets of paper, 1400 x 1380mm, Museum of Capodimonte, Naples.

It is with great pleasure that American Friends of Capodimonte (AFC) announce the appointment of Dr. Claire Van Cleave as the AFC Senior Fellow at the Capodimonte Museum in Naples, Italy. The AFC's unique mission places an American scholar directly inside the staff of an important Italian museum.

Integro Builders Adds Commercial Interiors to Their Service Offerings

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- Integro Builders, an award-winning general contractor for custom luxury homes and commercial interiors in Chicagoland and Western Michigan, is excited to announce they are accepting commercial interior contracts, effective immediately. The company is poised to meet the modern demands of commercial interiors and businesses.

Merging the brand's signature style with commercial capabilities and occupant-centric solutions, the dynamic venture is intended to disrupt the regional contract market. To date, Integro Builders has worked with several commercial brands, ranging from industrial warehouses and institutional clients to innovative corporate interiors.

"This is the next evolutionary step for our brand," explains CEO, Allyson Case Anderson. "We are taking a progressive approach to perfecting commercial interiors for an unparalleled customer experience-bringing to the commercial market what our residential clients have always valued a high-quality aesthetic paired with transparency, intense project management, and flawless execution."

For more information about Integro Builders please visit: https://www.integro-builders.com/.

About Integro Builders LLC

Integro is a full-service general contractor specializing in custom residential homes and commercial interiors in the Chicagoland area and Western Michigan. Our passion is the built environment. We are expert builders that inspire new spaces and reinvigorate existing spaces to enable their next generation of use. Integro partners with architects and designers to provide luxury transformations for the finest homes and interiors across the Midwest.

Media Contact:
Allyson Case Anderson
Founder, CEO (773) 295-1827
projects@integro-builders.com

Integro Builders, an award-winning general contractor for custom luxury homes and commercial interiors in Chicagoland and Western Michigan, is excited to announce they are accepting commercial interior contracts, effective immediately. The company is poised to meet the modern demands of commercial interiors and businesses.

Related link: https://www.integro-builders.com/

National Initiative Vows to Close Racial Wealth Gap and Provide Ongoing Support and Resources to Black Businesses and HBCUs

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- 31 Days and Beyond is a national initiative designed to bring awareness, support, and resources during a tumultuous time in America that has caused 41 percent of Black-owned businesses to close their doors due to COVID-19 compared to just 17 percent of white-owned businesses.

L. Maxwell McKissick, Marketing and Entertainment Executive as well as the Founder of the Midwest-based nonprofit, SERVE 60 - created and founded 31 Days and Beyond to serve as a catalyst and call-to-action for Americans to work together and support Black entrepreneurs, Black businesses, and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

"Historically, Black Americans have long suffered from the racial wealth gap and Black businesses have been plagued even more so by a multitude of challenges and inequities on the pathway to finding success in America," stated McKissick. "It's the main reason that I felt compelled to create this campaign and initiative so that other Black entrepreneurs could receive some much-needed support via a platform that's actionable, sustainable, and designed to help close the racial wealth gap."

Nikki Woods, former Executive Producer of the nationally syndicated "Tom Joyner Morning Show" and CEO of Nikki Woods Media, LLC will serve as Brand Ambassador and an Official Spokesperson for the initiative.

She is also the product of an HBCU - Howard University.

"This kind of help and support can be crucial for African-American entrepreneurs and small business owners," states Woods. "I'm excited and honored to be a part of it."

National sponsor, Husch Blackwell - one of the nation's largest law firms - has also signed on to support the campaign and website designed to focus on three key areas and goals:

1. Raise awareness and visibility for Black-owned businesses and HBCUs across America.

2. Create, develop and manage an economic empowerment fund to support Black-owned businesses and HBCUs which will provide small business grants and scholarships up to $1,000

3. Create, grow, and manage The Give Black Network- a national network of business professionals that will donate up to 1 hour of skills or services to support a Black-owned business.

Find more details on how you can support the 31 Days and Beyond initiative or become a part of The Give Black Network, please visit: https://31daysandbeyond.com/

ABOUT:

SERVE 60 is a national nonprofit and initiative designed to increase service and volunteerism in America for at least 1 hour at a time. For more information about how you can become a part of the one-hour volunteer movement, please visit https://serve60.com/

*PHOTO link for media: https://www.Send2Press.com/300dpi/20-0922s2p-nikki-woods-300dpi.jpg
*Caption: SERVE 60 has teamed up and partnered with Former "Tom Joyner Morning Show" Executive Producer Nikki Woods to help build and grow our initiative to support #BlackOwnedBusinesses and #HBCUs.

31 Days and Beyond is a national initiative designed to bring awareness, support, and resources during a tumultuous time in America that has caused 41 percent of Black-owned businesses to close their doors due to COVID-19 compared to just 17 percent of white-owned businesses.

Related link: https://31daysandbeyond.com/

Integro Rehab Announces Brand Name Change to Integro Builders

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- Integro Rehab, an award-winning general contractor for luxury custom homes and commercial interiors in Chicagoland and Western Michigan, has announced today that the company will begin operating under a new name and will be known as Integro Builders, effective immediately.

This rebranding strategy reflects the true mission and evolution of the company as well as its vision for the future. Along with this change, a new website is planned to launch in September 2020 which will prominently feature the company's focus on expanding their service offerings into commercial interiors and growing their award-winning portfolio. Allyson Case Anderson, one of Chicagoland's only female general contractors, will continue to retain sole ownership of the company.

CEO, Allyson Case Anderson, stated: "As part of our focus on regional expansion and business development, we believe it was appropriate to rebrand our company to more specifically reflect our long history of building services and new construction services. We are very excited about the introduction of our new company name; Integro Builders, because it allows us to better represent our business to the market."

For more information about the name change or to learn more about Integro Builders please visit: https://www.integro-builders.com/

About Integro Builders, Inc.

Integro is a full-service general contractor specializing in custom residential homes and commercial interiors in the Chicagoland area and Western Michigan. Our passion is the built environment. We are expert builders that inspire new spaces and reinvigorate existing spaces to enable their next generation of use. Integro partners with architects and designers to provide luxury transformations for the finest homes and interiors across the Midwest.

Integro Rehab, an award-winning general contractor for luxury custom homes and commercial interiors in Chicagoland and Western Michigan, has announced today that the company will begin operating under a new name and will be known as Integro Builders, effective immediately.

Related link: https://www.integro-builders.com/

MCC Fall Scholarship – Developing the Next Generation of IT Professionals

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- LeadingIT, an all-inclusive, fast, and friendly technology and cybersecurity support company operating in the Chicagoland area cares about developing the next generation of IT professionals. Employment in computing, information systems, and information technology (IT) is growing at a rapid pace.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects the demand will continue to accelerate at an 11% pace through 2028. As companies migrate more services to the cloud, the need for IT support, networking, cloud support, managed services, and help desk professionals will provide great career opportunities.

At any one time, there are nearly a million open IT jobs in the United States. The demand for qualified IT workers is amazing! Anyone with skills involving IT, from servers to software, computers to networking, web filtering or spam filtering, email support, internet access, or website design will remain in demand for years to come. However, there are simply not enough supply of skilled IT workers to fill this growing demand. The talent gap is simply too large.

One of the hottest areas is cybersecurity. By 2021, there will be 3.5 million unfilled cybersecurity jobs globally.

If you're looking for a high-paying, stable, and productive career path, being an IT professional opens up a world of possibilities (literally).

The Top 10 Most In-Demand Tech Jobs

Here are the top 10 most in-demand tech jobs in 2020
1. AI Architect
2. Business Intelligence Analyst
3. Cloud Architect
4. Data Analyst and Engineer
5. Developer (Web, Software, Mobile)
6. DevOps Engineers
7. IT Help Desk Support Professional
8. Network and Cloud Administrator
9. Network Security Architect, Engineer, and Administrator
10. System Administrator

The average salary of the ten most in-demand tech jobs in 2020 is $113, 855.

Closing The Talent Gap

To help close the talent gap and provide strong career opportunities for the next generation of IT professionals, LeadingIT is proud to announce it is once again offered a Technology Scholarship for the fall for students pursuing an IT career at McHenry Community College.

The $250 scholarship is available for students pursuing one of the following:
* An Associate degree in Science with a focus on Computer Science
* An Associate degree in Applied Science in Network Security
* A certificate in Cyber Security, Geek Technology, Help Desk, Networking Specialists, or PC Support Specialist

If you're looking to build a career in IT, these degrees and certificates are a great place to start. LeadingIT is proud to help you launching your career.

To qualify for the scholarship, applicants must be full-time students taking a minimum of 12 credit hours, currently have a GPA of at least 3.0, and be a resident of McHenry County.

Scholarship funds can be applied to tuition, book, and fees.

Deadline For Applications For The LeadingIT Technology Scholarship

The deadline for applications for the LeadingIT Technology Scholarship for the fall is October 6, 2020. Interested applicants can apply through the McHenry County College Foundation Scholarship Program website.

About LeadingIT

LeadingIT offers 24/7, all-inclusive, fast, and friendly technology and cybersecurity support for nonprofits, manufacturers, schools, accounting firms, religious organizations, government, and law offices with 10-200 employees across the Chicagoland area.

For more information about LeadingIT, please visit: https://www.goleadingit.com.

For more information about the LeadingIT Technology Scholarship, please visit: https://mchenry.academicworks.com/opportunities/1986.

MEDIA CONTACT
Stephen Taylor
Phone: 847-545-0714
Email: Stephen@GoLeadingIT.com

LeadingIT, an all-inclusive, fast, and friendly technology and cybersecurity support company operating in the Chicagoland area cares about developing the next generation of IT professionals. Employment in computing, information systems, and information technology (IT) is growing at a rapid pace.

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

Hoppon Announces Launch of Hyperlocal Small Business Platform

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- Hoppon announces a newly launched hyperlocal app and online grocery and food marketplace for shopping online. With the era of COVID, many shoppers are having trouble getting groceries, for example. Using an online marketplace for the Chicagoland area, shoppers can discover new shops and order it for pickup or delivery. The online grocery platform for Chicago provides a necessary service for vendors to list their shops and attract new customers.

Hoppon is looking for new vendors to join the platform. Vendors can sign up for free and list their shop and products to provide pickup or delivery through December 31, 2020.

"Hoppon is committed to helping small businesses during these difficult times. We are also entrepreneurs and understand better than anyone that we must help each other through this period. And we are here to help," said CEO of Hoppon, Shekar Dhandapani.

Recent data released in a GeekWire article reported in March 2020 42 percent of consumers got their groceries online. The data compared to 22 percent in the same 2018 time period. Over 50 percent of those surveyed by GeekWire saw the current pandemic "permanently boosting their willingness to buy groceries online."

Shopping online and utilizing apps had become the most popular way to shop due to convenience. COVID-19 has sparked a trend in online shopping. Consumers who buy their shoes and cars online realize they don't have the time or want to take the time to hit the grocery store. Customers at a physical disadvantage, such as the elderly or handicapped, see the safety in grocery delivery.

Chicagoland grocery stores, restaurants, deli, and other specialty food owners intent on staying in line with the growing trend can list their shop with Hoppon for online shopping. Adding an eCommerce option to a local store is particularly critical to smaller businesses that hope to remain competitive. Shifting operations to accommodate consumer demand will be vital to survival in the market long after the coronavirus is in our rearview.

Hoppon connects businesses, buyers, and consumers with merchants and vendors. It allows for convenient shopping and interaction between vendors and customers. Shops can list their shop and inventory for online shopping. Our platform ensures safe transactions and allows vendors to provide pickup or delivery to the nearby area.

Online marketplaces like Hoppon are a connection that provides a high level of service to consumers and businesses. From finding products to paying for them to getting deliveries, everyone benefits from a smooth, responsible service.

Small or independent grocers, craft food purveyors, specialty food services, and other food merchants in Chicago shouldn't assume they can't compete with their larger competitors. Signing on with Hoppon, a company that focuses on smaller businesses, can make a deli, restaurant, or bakery as accessible as a major chain.

"We also make it easy for vendors to get started," said Dhandapani. "Hoppon connects consumers with small or independent grocers, specialty food stores, craft food purveyors, and other quality food merchants in the Chicago, Illinois area. Grocers can sign up with Hoppon and select easily upload their available inventory through a CSV file or send the information to us, and we add it. Delis, bakeries, and even specialty food markets are using the platform to make shopping more accessible."

Hoppon also offers a variety of features for business owners comparable to large chain stores like order notifications, and email updates. Keep yourself tech-savvy, let valued customers stay in touch, and new customers discover you through Chicagoland's eCommerce supermarket like Hoppon.

Hoppon's features also include vendors' ability to run promotions to customers. Promotions empower shop owners to reach new customers and keep existing ones. We've added this feature to help vendors drive traffic to their online shop and to their physical shop.

"Marketplaces like this ensure that independent businesses can be technologically up-to-date and quick to serve consumers as giants like Amazon, Whole Foods, and Walmart," said Dhandapani.

Hoppon's app is available in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. Vendors can register for free to add their shop. Visit Hoppon to list a Chicago area shop here: https://us.shophoppon.com/register-shop/

About Hoppon

Hoppon connects customers and hyper-local businesses with an online eCommerce platform. Hoppon helps local businesses get new customers and boost revenue. Hoppon is committed to helping small businesses during these difficult times. We are also entrepreneurs and understand better than anyone that we have to help each other through this period. And we are here to help. In addition, with more & more consumers embracing mobile-based shopping, running your promotions and advertising on Hoppon can get you, customers, in a relatively short period of time, that too at a fraction of the cost.

Hoppon connects consumers with small or independent grocers, specialty food stores, craft food purveyors and other quality food merchants in the Chicago, Illinois area. Grocers can sign up with Hoppon and select easily add their available inventory through a CSV file or to send the information to us and we add it. Delis, bakeries, and even specialty food markets are using the platform to make shopping more accessible.

We especially support the local specialty shops, including Indian, Chinese, Mexican, Greek, and other ethnic restaurants, grocery stores, and small businesses. Hoppon has apps in Google Play and the Apple Store. For more information or to register your shop, visit https://us.shophoppon.com/register-shop/

Web logo: https://us.shophoppon.com/wp-content/themes/Hoppon/assets/img/website_logo.png

Hoppon announces a newly launched hyperlocal app and online grocery and food marketplace for shopping online. With the era of COVID, many shoppers are having trouble getting groceries, for example. Using an online marketplace for the Chicagoland area, shoppers can discover new shops and order it for pickup or delivery.

Related link: https://us.shophoppon.com

Public Narrative to put on Celebration of Change

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- On Thursday, September 24, at 5:30 p.m., Public Narrative will introduce new partners and a fresh approach to changing narratives, in the first-ever Celebration of Change. Registration is free for this online event. The annual Studs Terkel Community Media Awards, originally intended for this date, has been postponed to 2021 (details TBD).

"As the first Black woman to lead this organization, I'm honored to introduce our focus on narrative change," said Jhmira Alexander, President and Executive Director of Public Narrative. "I think it is incumbent upon Public Narrative to emphasize the voices from our city's neighborhoods, and cultivate its natural focus to bring people and policy into alignment."

Register at http://tinyurl.com/ChangewithUS.

To kick off the event, Michelle Duster (Author, Professor, Public Historian & Great-Granddaughter of Ida B. Wells-Barnett), Karin Berry (General Editor, ESPN's The Undefeated), and Marti Tippens Murphy (Executive Director, Facing History and Ourselves, Memphis) come together to reconcile the moment with panel moderator Deborah Douglas (Pulliam Distinguished Visiting Professor of Journalism at DePauw University).

Building on the organization's past work, Public Narrative is repositioning its approach to engaging community voices on public health, public safety, and public education. Our Celebration of Change will feature conversations with partners in each of these areas:
* Public Education: The Obama Foundation's My Brother's Keeper Alliance Chicago, powered by Thrive Chicago
* Public Health: The Chicago Community Media and Research Partnership (CCMRP) with Northwestern University's Alliance for Research in Chicagoland Communities (ARCC)
* Public Safety: The Youth District Advisory Council (YDAC) Summer Leadership Institute under the direction of the Chicago Police Department's Office of Restorative Strategies

Founded in 1989 as the Community Media Workshop, Public Narrative believes that a free and informed press, as well as an educated public, are the cornerstones of democracy.

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

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On Thursday, September 24, at 5:30 p.m., Public Narrative will introduce new partners and a fresh approach to changing narratives, in the first-ever Celebration of Change. Registration is free for this online event. The annual Studs Terkel Community Media Awards, originally intended for this date, has been postponed to 2021.

Related link: https://publicnarrative.org/

GreatVet – New Platform Revolutionizing Pet Owner and Veterinarian Relationships

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- With the rise of pet ownership and with Vet Clinics being a critical service to the well being and health of pet families, the GreatVet platform aims to digitally facilitate smooth, transparent and trusted interactions between pet owners and local vet clinics. Through an online directory of veterinary providers and a proprietary quality and matching algorithm, GreatVet helps pet owners find and book with the best veterinarian for their unique needs while helping vet clinics showcase their quality and care strategies to grow their patient population.

Already making waves in nine major cities including New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles, the directory is growing rapidly, with vets and pet owners set to be connected in 50 major urban areas by mid-September and 150-200 cities in the next 6 months. Featuring around 4500+ clinics on the platform at present, GreatVet will grow to represent at least 5 times more veterinarian clinics, animal hospital and specialty clinics in the next 6 months, with the goal of being the largest platform committed to helping veterinarians and patients find the highest quality care.

With so many variables to consider, from distance and emergency hours, to reputation and services offered, choosing the right veterinarian can be an overwhelming process. Pet owners can use the platform to search and find veterinarians in their local area that meet their specific needs. They can access key information about each practice such as care philosophy, practice reputation, clinical services, emergency services, hours and contact details, as well as the ability to seamlessly book an appointment online.

The platform also allows users to 'vet' their veterinarian with the GreatVet reputation score, which combines review data from Google, Facebook and Yelp, in addition to in-platform reviews Additionally veterinarian and clinic profiles highlight services, specializations and accreditations that also contribute to the GreatVet reputation score to help build relationships that suit everyone's unique needs and showcase clinical quality.

GreatVet also has a proprietary clinic verification system that highlights the highest quality partners, accredditing vets and practices who have been personally interviewed and verified by GreatVet to further drive quality in finding the best partner for their pet's needs.

"As a pet owner, and my pets being my lifeline, I realized that finding a quality veterinarian and clinic is critical but can be difficult. Sometimes online information is often conflicting, unreliable, and there isn't a dedicated and trusted resource to get veterinarian driven and led information to help guide your decision-making process. The concept of GreatVet was essentially to provide an innovative solution to this problem, to help both consumers and veterinarians alike find a perfect match to their needs," explained Managing Director and serial entrepreneur Elyse Obron, when asked about the concept behind GreatVet.

Veterinarians using GreatVet are able to take advantage of a platform dedicated to help them extend their voice and grow their practice. Clinics get access to important metrics such as their profile visits and number of new patients driven as well as tools to help monitor third party reviews, and the ability to use the platform as an effective online scheduling manager. A core service to clinics is also GreatVet's Verification Program.

Clinics and veterinarians are interviewed and share enhanced clinical and service related information to highlight the quality and authority in their care strategy. Veterinarians providing the best care to their customers will be displayed as 'top vets' in their local areas, with high GreatVet scores, verified profiles with enhanced data, and earned marketing badges to help market their quality and differentiate themselves from their competition. All helping to generate trust, driving new relationships with pet owners and providing a boost to their online bookings to help grow their practice.

The platform is designed to be veterinarian led, reward great service, high quality care and is committed to broadcasting a vet's value to the community.

Learn more about GreatVet here: https://www.greatvet.com/

About GreatVet:

GreatVet is an exclusive platform to help match pet parents to the best veterinarians in their area. It is the brainchild of pet owners and a community of veterinarian advisors and their commitment is to create an honest, transparent, and data driven experience for both veterinarians and searching pet parents.

Contact: Elyse Obron
Email: elyse@greatvet.com

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With the rise of pet ownership and with Vet Clinics being a critical service to the well being and health of pet families, the GreatVet platform aims to digitally facilitate smooth, transparent and trusted interactions between pet owners and local vet clinics.

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

Inspirational New Book ‘Prodigious Son: A Memoir of Miracles’ Reveals Remarkable Life of An Urban Shaman, Ralph Matson

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- First time author Ralph Matson shares, in his own words, remarkable stories of healing, recovery and enlightenment in, "Prodigious Son: A Memoir of Miracles" (ISBN: 978-1098308872). Matson's journey leads us into the famous Woodstock festival, down drug alleys, and over mountain ashrams on a never-ending quest for higher consciousness as he struggles with his inner demons and angels.

Growing up in severe poverty Matson battled the unjustified hatred of a tyrannical father leaving him with a negative self-image. Paradoxically he associated throughout his life with remarkable and affirmative people such as, Ram Dass, Timothy Leary, Rammurti S. Mishra, and Swami Rama. Even in his depictions of heartbreak or cruelty, Matson generously renders a world-and a philosophy-of devotion, kindness, and perseverance that is the underlying thread of his life story. His many brushes with death, including accidents, tumors, overdoses and heart failure only confirmed his spiritual beliefs and demonstrated the miraculous power of healing.

On the way to the emergency room, struck down with severe heart failure, his nephew John pleaded with him to write his memoir, telling him "you cannot die until you have told your story." From that plea this book was born with a front cover designed to depict the power of light and love we all hold in the palm of our hands. "If my book can help one person find hope or awakening in the middle of despair," said Matson, "then I will feel I have been blessed with another miracle before I leave this world."

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

Available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1098308875/

About Ralph "Corky" Matson

Ralph "Corky" Matson, born in 1943, currently resides in his hometown of Chicago where he continues to pursue spiritual awakening with a lifelong humanitarian philosophy. Matson was a graduate from the Kellberg Institute of Swedish Massage and the Dale Carnegie Institute for Public Speaking. Even through Matson has had numerous brushes with death and addictive challenges, he has been blessed with extraordinary meetings and experiences with remarkable people.

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

YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/iAVSoPTqpVU

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First time author Ralph Matson shares, in his own words, remarkable stories of healing, recovery and enlightenment in, "Prodigious Son: A Memoir of Miracles" (ISBN: 978-1098308872). Matson's journey leads us into the famous Woodstock festival, down drug alleys, and over mountain ashrams on a never-ending quest for higher consciousness as he struggles with his inner demons and angels.

Related link: https://ProdigiousSon.com/

MJ Boudinot Named National Sales Director at LTC NEWS

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- LTC NEWS, LLC, operators of the website www.ltcnews.com, has announced the appointment of Mary Jo "MJ" Boudinot as National Sales Director. Boudinot will lead a team of sales executives offering advertising and marketing opportunities.

LTC NEWS is a leading website offering tools, resources, and information for individuals looking to research long-term care, aging, health, caregiving, and retirement issues.

Boudinot has helped connect brands and organizations with digital audiences for over 20 years. Before joining LTC NEWS, she spent three years as the Sales Director for NGL Collective, a leading independent Hispanic media, and entertainment company. She also held executive sales roles with VIX Inc. for five years, Terra Networks for five years, Ziff Davis Publishing, and was a partner with insurance marketing firm Neilson Marketing Services. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in English at Fredonia University.

"I am excited to join this passionate and talented LTC NEWS team and look forward to cultivating mutually beneficial partnerships. Leveraging my digital media sales success with business development and consulting is an exciting next step in my career. I can't wait to help our clients grow," Boudinot said.

LTC NEWS attracts primarily adults age 40+ who are either researching long-term care planning solutions or looking for resources to help them address the declining health of a parent or other loved one due to an illness, accident, or the impact of aging.

"We are thrilled that 'MJ' has joined the LTC NEWS team. She brings a high level of expertise, especially in the digital world. With the numerous products and services available with LTC NEWS, she will be able to offer the specific marketing solution that advertisers in this niche desire," said Matt McCann, the LTC NEWS publisher.

LTC NEWS offers a full range of unique digital advertising and marketing opportunities to reach adults aged 40 and up. It provides creative resources to design advertising that helps businesses effectively reach their target audience.

These opportunities include:
* Digital Advertising
* Sponsored Content
* Website and Landing Page Design
* Social Media Platform Design and Implementation
* Audio and Visual Services

"LTC NEWS is focused on helping health care providers, financial advisors, and other businesses who want to reach adults looking to plan for their future or are in a crisis related to health and aging," McCann explained.

Reach Boudinot at: https://www.ltcnews.com/support/advertise

Learn more about LTC NEWS: https://www.ltcnews.com/

MEDIA CONTACT:
Matt McCann
LTC NEWS, LLC
matt.mccann@ltcnews.com
630-487-2480

LTC NEWS, LLC, operators of the website ltcnews.com, has announced the appointment of Mary Jo "MJ" Boudinot as National Sales Director. Boudinot will lead a team of sales executives offering advertising and marketing opportunities.

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

Associated Colleges of Illinois Initiates Career Mentoring Program for College Seniors

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- This fall, Associated Colleges of Illinois (ACI) (https://acifund.org) is expanding its College-to-Career (https://bit.ly/2ZnBbUx) offerings to include a Career Mentoring Program which matches college seniors with business mentors who will help guide the students as they launch careers. The new mentoring program will be available through career services offices at ACI's 27 member colleges and universities (https://acifund.org/member-college-directory/).

ACI's Career Mentoring Program is funded in part through a National Venture Fund grant from the Council of Independent Colleges (https://www.cic.edu), Washington, D.C.

ACI's Career Mentoring Program is a partnership with Mentoring Complete (https://www.mentoringcomplete.com/), a St. Louis-based firm with considerable experience in successful business and corporate mentoring programs. Among its clients are Enterprise Holdings, New York Power Authority, OhioHealth and Reach International.

"We're designing the Career Mentoring Program to help get college seniors engaged at a high level with mentors in their chosen career fields, and to help them begin successful careers and be productive citizens," said Mick Weltman, ACI executive director. Career mentoring complements other components of ACI's College-to-Career programs, he said.

The programs include Work and Life Skills Boot Camps, and ACI's Career Development Conference and Career Expo, which help students prepare for careers; micro-internships through Parker Dewey, which help students get valuable work experience while in college; and ACI's job-postings page (https://acifund.org/jobs-and-internships/), which announces positions available for alumni of ACI-affiliated schools.

Students and their career mentors can have honest conversations about the areas of development most important to the student, says Aaron Adams, partner and mentoring expert with Mentoring Complete. "The design of the program creates consistent interactions, so the mentor and mentee have opportunities to assess how things are progressing, and make adjustments along the way," he said. "Mentees (students) develop a better understanding of how to translate what they've learned in the classroom into the workplace." In some cases, mentors can help mentees find future career opportunities.

Career Mentoring Program dates for the fall term are Sept. 15, 2020 to Dec. 15, 2020. Spring program dates are Jan. 15, 2021 to April 30, 2021. ACI will work with career services teams at member colleges and universities to publicize the new program and recruit mentees, who will be placed with potential mentors as available.

Meanwhile, ACI will reach out to corporate sponsors and strategic partners to recruit experienced mentors. People interested in becoming mentors should apply though the career mentoring website (https://www.get.mentoringcomplete.com/aci-business-mentor). Mentors will be paired with mentees for one semester based on availability.

About ACI:

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

Contact:
John R. Brooks, APR
Director of Communication
312-263-2391, ext. 3
jbrooks@acifund.org

This fall, Associated Colleges of Illinois (ACI) is expanding its College-to-Career offerings to include a Career Mentoring Program which matches college seniors with business mentors who will help guide the students as they launch careers.

Related link: https://acifund.org

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

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

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

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

First-ever student board representative elected

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

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

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

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

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

New committee chairs, vice chairs elected

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

About ACI:

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

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

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

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

Related link: https://acifund.org

QuotePro Launches AutoQuoter Online Auto Sales Solution

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- QuotePro is pleased to announce AutoQuoter(TM), a new comprehensive solution for online auto sales for both Buy Here Pay Here (BHPH) and franchise dealerships.

QuotePro is a market leader in both self-service kiosks and online and mobile sales tools for multiple industries with a strong focus on the auto sector.

By implementing AutoQuoter, dealerships can turn their websites into their showrooms and go beyond showing photos of vehicles to closing a sale with financing and insurance. A key element of the solution includes Measured Marketing Services, which feature customizable dashboards to reveal details on each transaction, including the exact source of the sales lead, revenue, ROI and much more.

Some of the unique features of AutoQuoter include:

* Offers a complete online sales solution from initial search to closed deal with financing
* Stores all information including inventory listings and credit applications in Dealer Management System (DMS), integrates to all major DMS solutions
* Provides a streamlined user interface with 700 Credit Integration, ensuring all information is collected for complete credit applications online, ready for underwriting
* Speeds up process by having all information captured before the customer gets to the dealership
* Offers colorful, intuitive dashboards to track all lead sources and report revenue and ROI from walk-ins, online sales, social media, etc.
* Integrates with QuotePro Kiosks

"AutoQuoter helps BHPH and new car dealerships compete in the online world," said Marco Freudman, President of QuotePro. "Since the pandemic, consumers have grown accustomed to shopping and purchasing everything online, including vehicles. We are excited to help our clients find more leads and close more deals. We are providing much more than a pretty website. AutoQuoter can close a sale online with all the paperwork for insurance and financing included for a new car dealership and all but the wet signature required at a BHPH dealer."

To learn more about AutoQuoter visit: https://getautoquoter.com

Watch the AutoQuoter video: https://youtu.be/AOkBGvJs-bU

For media inquiries, please contact: Marco Freudman, President, QuotePro Inc. at Marco@quotepro.com

QuotePro, Inc.
1-800-630-8045
sales@autoquoter.com
820 North Orleans St, Suite 400
Chicago, IL 60610

Follow QuotePro on LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube and Facebook.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/quotepro-usa/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/QUOTEPRO
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/quoteprokiosk/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCv1ZcnVwYr177K_EMoVvM4w

About QuotePro

QuotePro makes it easy for businesses to serve their customers on-site and online with convenient online sales solutions, payment kiosks, mobile applications and call center services. QuotePro clients include Automotive Dealerships, Banks, Dispensaries, Government and Municipality Offices, Healthcare, Higher Education, Housing, Insurance, Utilities and other businesses who serve cash-preferred customers. QuotePro was started in 1991 and is a Chicago-based technology company that annually processes over $1 billion in consumer payments.

Visit https://quoteprosolutions.com for more information.

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QuotePro is pleased to announce AutoQuoter(TM), a new comprehensive solution for online auto sales for both Buy Here Pay Here (BHPH) and franchise dealerships.

Related link: https://quoteprosolutions.com

LTC NEWS Acquisition Anticipates Growth and Expansion

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- Matt McCann, a nationally-known veteran of the long-term care (LTC) insurance industry, announces the formation of LTC NEWS, LLC after acquiring the online asset - ltcnews.com.

Previously owned by publisher Chip Ramsey, the acquisition includes all the websites and social media platforms operated by LTC NEWS and its corresponding editorial content.

Formed in July 2015, LTC NEWS is an online resource for long-term care planning, health and retirement issues to help consumers plan for and better understand the financial impacts of aging.

LTC NEWS, LLC plans to expand its editorial content and resources and to offer a full range of unique digital advertising and marketing opportunities to reach adults aged 40 and up. It will also provide creative resources to design advertising to help businesses effectively reach their target audience.

It will also offer sponsored-content opportunities to allow a company, health care provider, or insurance or financial professional to engage readers and drive traffic to their website while delivering on their marketing objectives.

"LTC NEWS will continue to offer news and informational resources to help American families plan for a successful future retirement," Matt McCann, who will work as interim president and CEO, says. "I look forward to working with the current staff and to adding new staff to help us grow in the years ahead."

Prior to acquiring LTC NEWS, McCann consulted for LTC NEWS, so he's intimately familiar with its operation and assets. The company will also design websites and social media platforms for home health agencies, adult day care centers, assisted living facilities, memory care facilities, nursing homes and other businesses related to providing long-term health care services.

LTC NEWS will provide similar services for insurance and financial professionals looking for quality websites and social media platforms to help them engage their clients.

"Many insurance and financial professionals want affordable state-of-the-art websites and social media platforms," McCann explains. "LTC NEWS will provide these resources so these professionals can have a compelling Internet and social media presence."

LTC NEWS will continue to publish articles at no charge from expert guest columnists and these authors will gain outstanding exposure, website backlinks and traffic to their websites. Specific guidelines will limit the amount of advertising content in those articles.

Sponsored-content articles will allow a targeted message to promote a product or service and drive traffic to a website while providing useful information on a specific topic.

"We're striving to provide an exceptional user experience and brand that users remember and trust. Answering consumers' questions accurately, clearly and quickly is essential to LTC NEWS," Daniel Pope, who will lead the website development and creative team, says. "We'll also analyze consumer behavior at scale in large datasets to help determine which topics, resources and advertisements are most relevant to consumers."

Pope says the goal is to present the website visitor with relevant opportunities to learn something new. The overall website experience will enhance user activity and increase the time spent on the website.

"The time invested between the user and the LTC NEWS brand will foster a culture of trust which benefits both consumers and advertisers. Our advertising partners can take advantage of targeting specific topics or resources within their niche that our consumers actively seek," Pope says.

The company is currently seeking an entrepreneurial sales manager to lead its nationwide sales effort. This individual should have a solid knowledge of Internet advertising and an understanding of the long-term health care industry.

Interested individuals can forward a resume and cover letter to Lori Urbanick at: lori.urbanick@ltcnews.com.

LTC NEWS will be operated independently from McCann's firm, McCann Insurance Services, Inc., and the company will be headquartered in offices located in Countryside, Illinois, and Columbus, Ohio.

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

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MEDIA CONTACT:
Matt McCann
of LTC NEWS, LLC
+1-630-698-0916
matt.mccann@ltcnews.com

Matt McCann, a nationally-known veteran of the long-term care (LTC) insurance industry, announces the formation of LTC NEWS, LLC after acquiring the online asset - ltcnews.com.

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

Associated Colleges of Illinois Employment Data Updated, Shows Nearly 24,000 Illinois College Alumni Working for Top Companies

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- Updated research (https://acifund.org/member-employment-data/) shows nearly 24,000 Associated Colleges of Illinois (ACI) member college and university alumni are employed by 148 top employers throughout the state. The figures were compiled by ACI this spring, updating the organization's original 2019 Member Employment Data research project.

Companies and organizations with the most ACI college and university alumni employees are Advocate Aurora Health, 1,900 employees; Blue Cross/Blue Shield, 1,105 employees; State Farm, 964 employees; J.P. Morgan & Chase Co., 692 employees; and Caterpillar, 689 employees.

Compiled from LinkedIn profiles, the data show how many students (https://bit.ly/3cJ8c0O) from ACI's 27 member institutions (https://acifund.org/member-college-directory/) are employed at the top 148 Illinois companies. There is also additional, detailed employment information for each company and each ACI member.

"These data show that there are thousands of ACI member college and university alumni who have found great careers with hundreds of employers throughout the state," Mick Weltman, ACI executive director. "The data also suggests there are many opportunities at Illinois companies waiting for students preparing for careers right now at ACI colleges and universities. These students gain useful skills and knowledge in the liberal arts and sciences. They also learn to communicate well, solve problems, think critically and adapt to change. There's no question ACI college alumni are an integral part of the state's economy and will be for decades to come."

He added, "Compiled by a student in ACI's micro-internship program, the updated data are displayed on the ACI website in charts, plus new, visual depictions (https://acifund.org/alumni-to-industry/) of the data in a pie charts and bar graphs.

"For nearly 70 years, ACI has focused on independent Illinois colleges and universities, providing scholarships, emergency funds, peer mentoring and more recently, college-to-career education for underserved students."

About ACI:

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

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

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

Updated research shows nearly 24,000 Associated Colleges of Illinois (ACI) member college and university alumni are employed by 148 top employers throughout the state. The figures were compiled by ACI this spring, updating the organization's original 2019 Member Employment Data research project.

Related link: https://acifund.org

Aaron Ozee Honors George Floyd and Black Lives Matter with ‘Regulus’ Prequel

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- Aaron Ozee, celebrity author of the bestselling children's book, "Regulus" (ISBN: 9781387010790), and praised director of the Regulus movie, has started writing the rumored prequel. Ozee has launched the project ahead of schedule in hopes of supporting the Black Lives Matter community and preserve the memory of George Floyd.

Ozee was heartbroken upon watching the abhorrent footage captured at the scene where George Floyd was murdered, and witnessing the civilian protests sweep nations overnight, he was struck with the passion to act before more innocent lives are ravaged with racism.

"Upon hearing the shocking news about what happened to George Floyd, my heart stopped. How could Derek Chauvin, a police officer tasked with safeguarding the public, enact such violence on this man? Racism is the virus. Not the people it harms. We created this evil and we have the strength to cease the madness. My pledge to ensure the balance of this peaceful crusade will be to donate the proceeds of my untitled Regulus prequel to Black Lives Matter in their entirety. However, an extension of my pledge will be to dedicate my untitled Regulus prequel to George Floyd to grant him the future which the Minneapolis police department took from him," said Ozee this morning.

Ozee has been known for contributing the fruit born from the success of his written creations to societal movements, charitable organizations, and universal catastrophes. When Ozee premiered the Regulus movie on Amazon Prime, months before the promoted release, Ozee agreed to 50% of the proceeds earned from his debut film being donated to families struck with hardship due to COVID-19 for the remainder of 2020. Ozee has made travel arrangements for upcoming protests across Chicagoland to assist in the execution of demonstrations and provide other attendees with comfort in sight of aggressive law enforcement.

Ozee claims the untitled Regulus prequel will be on track for release later this year or early 2021 and negotiations with Bizarros Studio for making the untitled Regulus prequel into a television show are underway. Actors, musicians, influencers, athletes, political leaders, motivational speakers, and comedians with high regard in the industry such as Paula Deen, Akon, Drake Bell, and Tony Hawk have appreciated the infamous rat king.

For those wanting to purchase a copy of the "Regulus" (ISBN: 9781387010790) book, please visit https://www.aaronozee.com.

For those wanting to stream the Regulus movie on Amazon Prime, you will need to register for your membership or visit https://www.regulusmovie.com.

Aaron Ozee, celebrity author of the bestselling children's book, "Regulus" (ISBN: 9781387010790), and praised director of the "Regulus" movie, has started writing the rumored prequel. Ozee has launched the project ahead of schedule in hopes of supporting the Black Lives Matter community and preserve the memory of George Floyd.

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

altumAI futureWork Supports the Restaurant and Service Industry Return to Work

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- altumAI announced today that futureWork, the leading worker health and safety software and apps platform have extended the solution to restaurants and service industries commitment to keeping their workers healthy and safe.

futureWork was developed in 2017 with a core focus of using technology and data to protect worker health and safety. Today, futureWork is also supporting restaurant and service workers across America return to work safely by:

* Safety screening recording and reporting
* Biometric recording and reporting
* Communicating CDC and FDA guidelines
* Providing worker specific micro-training
* Monitoring contact tracing
* Enabling seamless communication
* Enforcing workflow and policies to manage risk

To find out if the next business you visit is using futureWork to monitor the health and safety of their workers, look to find a futureWork decal in the window or inside the restaurant to ensure they are committed to keeping their workers' healthy and safe.

"Restaurants and service industries are critical for the US Economy, as businesses have begun to reopen, worker health and safety has never been more important," said Douglas Turk, CEO of altumAI. "futureWork supports the State return to work guidelines of Employee Education/Self Screening and Individual Control Measures and Screening. Each of these is centered on providing the right information and data to the worker and ensuring communication and engagement occurs across an organization. futureWork is uniquely positioned to deliver and help restaurants and service industries return to work."

"This app is a critical, valuable part of our new COVID-world safety protocols. We are using it in all seven of our restaurants with 100% of our staff," said Dan Simons, Co-Owner of Farmers Restaurant Group. "altumAI futureWork has been an incredibly collaborative and supportive partner and I'm thankful to have such an important tool as I strive to keep my staff, and my guests, as safe as possible."

Learn more about altumAI futureWork Return to Work Program here: https://www.altumai.com/

About altumAI

altumAI, the company behind futureWork, uses data, technology, and AI to protect worker health and safety. futureWork is the leading worker health and safety application platform for real-time, mobile-enabled risk awareness, communication, and engagement. futureWork captures and interprets the data that surrounds every worker to identify and avoid risk. To learn more about how altumAI can help your business, please visit https://www.altumai.com/

VIDEO (Vimeo): https://vimeo.com/424182643

Media Contact:
Ashely Deal
Marketing and Public Relations
altumAI futureWork
310-359-5978
ashely.deal@altumai.com

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altumAI announced today that futureWork, the leading worker health and safety software and apps platform have extended the solution to restaurants and service industries commitment to keeping their workers healthy and safe.

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

Teenager Creates COVID-19 Wristbands to Educate and Raise Awareness

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- What started out as a small family project for three teenagers concerned for their grandparents' safety during quarantine has taken off with the launch of COVID-19 Wristband, LLC. Kenna Royce, 17, and her two younger brothers, Hayden and Colby, launched an innovative effort to help others communicate and encourage safe social distancing practices during the pandemic. The Royce siblings created the COVID-19 Wristband project.

"The wristbands feature colors and embossing that signify unique designations regarding COVID-19 status and role," says Kenna Royce.

Wristbands are available in Red, Green, Yellow and Purple:

* Red = High-Risk -- The red designation is for individuals who are at higher risk of contracting the virus. This includes seniors, as well as individuals of any age with a compromised immune system or an underlying medical condition that increases their risk. A red wristband helps communicate that status to others nearby and encourage them to practice extreme social distancing.

* Green = Recovered -- The green wristbands are for those who have recovered from COVID-19. Royce created this designation to encourage people who have recovered from the virus to share information about their experience and inspire others to practice safe social distancing to prevent further spread.

* Yellow = Cautious -- Yellow COVID-19 wristbands are for people who are neither high-risk nor recovered. Their status is unknown; they may not have the virus, or they may be carriers who are not exhibiting any symptoms. The yellow wristband reminds them and others to continue to follow public health recommendations designed to prevent the further spread of the virus.

* Purple = Essential Workers -- The purple wristbands don't communicate COVID-19 status. Instead, they are designed to celebrate the contributions of frontline workers including healthcare professionals, grocery employees, delivery personnel, maintenance workers, and others. Royce created the purple wristband as a symbol of unity and solidarity for those who deserve our thanks and appreciation during the pandemic - and to encourage people around these essential workers to express their gratitude.

Wristbands can be ordered for $2 each at https://www.covidwristband.com/.

To date, wristbands have been shipped to 25 states across the US, from California to Maine. The Royce family is donating all proceeds from the sales of the COVID-19 wristbands. So far, donations have been made to local hospitals, assisting living facilities, restaurants, and retailers. To learn more, visit: https://www.covidwristband.com

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What started out as a small family project for three teenagers concerned for their grandparents' safety during quarantine has taken off with the launch of COVID-19 Wristband, LLC. Kenna Royce, 17, and her two younger brothers, Hayden and Colby, launched an innovative effort to help others communicate and encourage safe social distancing practices during the pandemic.

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

Aaron Ozee Launches Regulus Movie Using Amazon Prime During Pandemic

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- Aaron Ozee, celebrity author of the bestselling children's book, "Regulus" (ISBN: 978-1387010790), has officially launched the Regulus movie on Amazon Prime entertaining families on COVID-19 "lockdown."

With news of the "Regulus" movie premiering before the scheduled release date, and the inclusion of the movie on Amazon Prime, an unprecedented grouping of legendary actors, musicians, comics, political leaders, authors, film makers, athletes, and motivational speakers have expressed support.

Some names such as Tony Hawk, Akon, Drake Bell, Sean Astin, Paula Deen, and the former Governor of Illinois, Rod Blagojevich, have captivated the public as being among those who love "Regulus."

The event scheduled to celebrate the release of the "Regulus" movie in the suburbs of Chicago has been cancelled due to growing concerns around the COVID-19 outbreak. The event was set to be held at the Hollywood Palms Cinema in the Village of Naperville for July 25, 2020 but had to be shut down as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) introduced more restrictions.

"Every person has dreams. We find ourselves searching for the purpose that life has given us, but that purpose needs time before it can be understood," said Ozee during this announcement. "Attending the premiere for a new movie has been among my favorite aspirations, but going one step further, the premiere for a movie created from my own hands. Just when you think life is giving you everything you ever wanted. Go back and think again. We never saw this pandemic coming, and even though celebrating the release of the 'Regulus' movie would have been an unforgettable experience, the movie was produced and is available on Amazon Prime. That is a celebration enough."

Bizarros Studio, the production group responsible for acquiring the "Regulus" movie rights, issued the first summary report to Ozee showing the rentals and purchases made on the official website, and despite certain information being locked, Bizarros Studio confirmed sales have been soaring beneath the shadow of this unexpected health disaster. Based on the stop-motion animated films that have been released during 2020, according to predictions that Bizarros Studio has made, the "Regulus" movie is on the path to becoming one of the most popular stop-motion films of the year.

For those who cannot stream the "Regulus" movie on Amazon Prime, you can rent or purchase the film on Amazon without a Prime Membership. And, for those who do not have a profile through Amazon, just visit the official website for the Regulus movie at https://www.regulusmovie.com.

VIDEO (YouTube):
https://youtu.be/1feuD0XFWRA

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Note: mention of celebrity names does not claim or imply any endorsement.

Aaron Ozee, celebrity author of the bestselling children's book, "Regulus" (ISBN: 978-1387010790), has officially launched the Regulus movie on Amazon Prime entertaining families on COVID-19 "lockdown."

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

Amped Kitchens Announces Accelerated Timeline for New Chicago Location

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- In the face of the COVID-19 crisis, many food producers are scrambling to find food production spaces that meet unprecedented, rapidly evolving needs. To fulfill those needs, Amped Kitchens announced it will move ahead with plans to open its new Chicago location - providing best-in-class food-safe, sanitized and fully-permitted production spaces for up to 64 food producers.

The new facility is in Northwest Chicago, just minutes from major centers, including Logan Square and Albany Park. "Think of it as an apartment building for commercial food producers," says Brian Albert, Chief Managing Officer and co-founder of Amped Kitchens. "We provide the infrastructure, facilities and expertise needed by producers so they can focus on the business of producing, marketing and delivering their product safely and efficiently. They will be surrounded by some of the best food producers in the country and our team of professionals will be on the ground day one to help support their needs."

The new Chicago location represents an almost-$30 million investment to convert a former Zenith factory into a bustling food production complex. The building will house 64 independent, exclusive production spaces and support an estimated 250 jobs in the community. Company leaders say building community and providing jobs during this time is core to our business model. "We're proud to breathe new life into buildings that had sat vacant," says Mott Smith, CEO and co-founder of Amped Kitchens. "We're ready to see this new facility become a vibrant hub of food production, jobs, innovation, and quality."

According to Smith, each location is built on solid financial and business foundations, with an eye to the future: "As with all our locations, we own this property, so we're in this for the long haul. We've invested in major power, HVAC and plumbing systems to support our tenants. Especially now, food producers need the room to grow and thrive in unexpected ways."

Features of the Chicago area facility include:
* 64 pre-approved state-of-the-art food production spaces
* Health & Safety Support
* Expedited permit processing with the Cook County Department of Health
* Multiple loading docks
* Logistics assistance, attended docks and staffed warehouse
* USDA office onsite
* Accommodations for gluten-free, kosher, organic and third-party certifications
* Good access to expressways and trucking lines
* On-site parking
* Office space & conference rooms

Leadership at Amped expected demand in Chicago to be strong, but the COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the need for our production spaces.

"Chicago is a world-class culinary city and the nation's Number One food production center," says Albert. "We're proud we can provide solutions for these producers to deliver what the public needs safely and efficiently while we pull together as a nation."

About Amped Kitchens

Amped Kitchens develops and operates facilities that lease premium production spaces to a broad range of food companies. The company's mission is to empower food businesses to grow, enter new markets and develop products faster and with less capital. Notable current and recent tenants have included Beyond Meat, Soylent, Blue Bottle Coffee, Applebee's, Power Brands, Hakuna Banana, Backyard Bowls, Good Bites, and more. Amped Kitchens has locations in Los Angeles and Chicago.

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

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Media Only Contact:
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marcy@ampedkitchens.com

In the face of the COVID-19 crisis, many food producers are scrambling to find food production spaces that meet unprecedented, rapidly evolving needs. To fulfill those needs, Amped Kitchens announced it will move ahead with plans to open its new Chicago location - providing best-in-class food-safe, sanitized and fully-permitted production spaces for up to 64 food producers.

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

Garage Door Repair Solutions Chicago Offering A Garage Door Opener Installation and Repair Service

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- Garage Door Repair Solutions Chicago, a specialist in the garage and its door repair, installation, and maintenance, launched a garage door opener service for customers in the Chicago area. The garage door opener service will deal with one of the most important parts of the garage door.

When this part is damaged or broken, the garage door won't be able to open. It can cause damage to the car when its owner wants to put the car inside the garage. The new garage door opener service isn't only limited to the repair service. This service will also include the installation and upgrade for the new opener part for improving the garage door performance. The service will be handled by their expert team that has many experiences in this industry.

The CEO of Garage Door Repair Solutions Chicago, Darren Brown, stated, "Every part of a garage door is interconnected with each other. When these parts worked, the garage door also won't give any problem. We know that the garage door opener is one of the important parts of those many parts. This is also one of many reasons why we now provide a garage-door-opener-focused service for our client. We know that if this part doesn't receive proper treatment, our clients won't be able to use their garage door properly. We believe with this service, our client will have a peaceful mind, as their garage door will have every solution they need."

The garage door opener repair Chicago becomes one of the perfect additions to this company's services. Previously, the client could use their service to repair the spring, cable, and garage door track. The client also can ask for maintenance service as well as installation help. The client can also call the service and get the same-day service provided by the experienced and skilled team of experts from this company. With plenty of services available, it is not surprising if the client gives positive feedback.

One client said, "When I try to find garage door repair near me, I almost give up because many of them don't provide the service I need for fixing my garage door. Until my friend recommends Garage Door Repair Solutions Chicago, maybe I won't be able to use my garage door. So, thank you for your service. Your teamwork is amazing, and they are kind to the client."

About Garage Door Repair Solution Chicago

Garage Door Repair Solution Chicago is a company focusing on garage door repair and installation service. One of their services is garage door opener installation and repair.

For more information, visit: https://garage-repairs-chicagoil.com or https://www.google.com/maps?cid=12980515723815877843

Media Contact:
Darren Brown, Phone: (773) 303-6639
Full Address: 5242 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60630

Garage Door Repair Solutions Chicago, a specialist in the garage and its door repair, installation, and maintenance, launched a garage door opener service for customers in the Chicago area. The garage door opener service will deal with one of the most important parts of the garage door.

Related link: https://garage-repairs-chicagoil.com

Aclaró AI: Helping You Manage Risk in Uncertain Times by Lowering Our Risk Management AI Price to $999/month

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- The rise of COVID-19 is one of the most disruptive forces in recent memory, note Aclaró. Regardless of where you live, the coronavirus is changing nearly every element of modern-day life, whether that is social distancing, the omission of handshakes, and even the purchase of bulk goods for a sustained quarantine.

The coronavirus is also affecting nearly every sector or industry-including the automotive lending industry. Whether you work in the finance department of a car dealership or at an auto lending firm, this Black Swan event may be causing immense stress on your business. We are now living in a world where possible potential risks have become all-too-real risks. Borrowers may find it difficult to pay back their auto loans. Increase in payment default is all but certain. All of us at Aclaró AI are ready to help you manage these new risks.

Regardless of the size of your auto lending business, our sophisticated artificial intelligence ("AI") systems can help your finance team remotely mitigate risk and safeguard your auto loan portfolio. The near-term future is so uncertain, we want to do our part to help your business come out of this crisis with as little damage as possible.

Mitigating Risk Through Near-Term Uncertainty

Aclaró AI's overarching mission is to help our clients leverage AI to grow their dealerships and sales. Our team has worked hard to develop extremely advanced AI algorithms to assess portfolio risk and stay ahead of the unknown.

For instance, our TrueView product lets clients get a granular look at potential loan defaults. It lets you easily manage your entire loan portfolio, whether you want to identify some of your riskiest loans, safest loans, or both. Within the TrueView dashboard, you can quickly see metrics like insurance coverage, credit terms, vehicle data, employment information, and more. With the continuing spread of the coronavirus, TrueView can deliver some much-needed peace of mind, as it can deliver clients with upwards of 97% precision on the likelihood of full loan payment or default. TrueView provides default alerts months ahead of the default event. As it has been tested in over two million real-time loan risk evaluations in the past 18 months, TrueView can go a long way in mitigating your overall risk.

TrueView is just one of our products that can help you navigate these uncertain times. Some of our other products include Nexus Score and Nano Profile (which let you access granular information about a prospect's financial health) and EngageMe (which is a consumer engagement app that identifies a borrower's propensity to buy). Using all of these products together, you and your team can capitalize on data to minimize defaults and underwrite loans that are likely to be paid off.

When designing all of Aclaró AI's products, we were laser-focused on making the experience as seamless as possible. Our software lets you access real-time data wherever you are. We like to think of TrueView as a real-life risk management expert that is available anytime and anywhere. We can deliver personalized insights on your auto loan portfolio in real time and offer ideas on how you can minimize risk in the next few months. Even better, our services are not affected by things like quarantines, employee absences, or travel bans. We are always available and can be a trusted asset as your company navigates these near-unprecedented times.

If you are not yet an Aclaró AI client, we invite you to learn more about our platform by clicking here - http://aclaro-4642182.hs-sites.com/aclaro-loan-risk-repayment-insider-look_1-0

To help you manage your risk in these trying times, we have reduced the cost of our platform to start at $999 per month for portfolios of up to $25 million. Ultimately, we make it easy and highly cost-effective for you to leverage some of the most sophisticated AI technology to manage loan risk. Given the uncertain times we are living in becoming an Aclaró AI client is a smart investment.

Navigating Through the Fog

It is unclear when we will return to a sense of normalcy. Some say that we will be back to normal in just a few months while others project that the shakeout will take much longer.

However long it takes, the one thing we do know is that all businesses today must invest more time and resources into risk management. At Aclaró AI, we are laser-focused on helping our clients minimize their auto loan risk. We have developed a complete system that can identify risk and latent demand within your lending portfolio, allowing you to reduce financial damage from this global pandemic.

We invite you to reach out to us to learn more. We would be happy to answer any questions or concerns that you may have. Just click below to schedule a quick introduction call: https://calendly.com/carlos-galarce

Website: https://aclaro.io/

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The rise of COVID-19 is one of the most disruptive forces in recent memory, note Aclaró. Regardless of where you live, the coronavirus is changing nearly every element of modern-day life, whether that is social distancing, the omission of handshakes, and even the purchase of bulk goods for a sustained quarantine.

Related link: https://aclaro.io/

Aaron Ozee Entertains Families On COVID-19 Lockdown Debuting His ‘Regulus’ Movie Early

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- Aaron Ozee, celebrity author of the bestselling children's book, "Regulus" (ISBN: 978-1387010790), has chosen to debut the Regulus movie, ahead of the July 25, 2020 release date, for a limited duration to entertain those who have been subjected to lockdown during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Pre-orders for purchase and rental were opened to public audiences this morning around the globe and prices have been slashed to make watching the Regulus movie affordable to families confronting hardship during this damaging outbreak.

"We as the human race understand the coming threats of the COVID-19 pandemic and seek entertainment to distract us from the horrors circulating the streets," says Ozee. "We know that children are the future, and during this grim period of history, they need creative stimulation more now than ever before. And, with that being said, we are proud to announce that 50% of the sales collected from the Regulus movie, the 'Regulus' book, and each title released under my name will be donated for the remainder of 2020 to help those affected by this unexpected health disaster. We are in this fight together. We are not alone here!"

Even with the early release of the "Regulus" movie, Ozee has confirmed the film will be available for purchase or rental on most video-on-demand and streaming services July 25, 2020 as planned from the start.

The premiere of the "Regulus" movie in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago has been unchanged, which is scheduled for July 25, 2020 as well, but Ozee has vowed to monitor updates from the World Health Organization and the Center for Disease Control to decide otherwise.

The "Regulus" movie was thrust under the spotlight at the beginning of 2019 as the book carrying the same name garnered attention from celebrities, visited the most unreachable places such as Space and Mount Everest, shared with the most controversial political figures in power, and proceeds to dazzle whomever chooses to embrace the infamous rat king in appreciation for his beautiful tale.

For those who are interested to purchase or rent the Regulus movie ahead of the release date and wish to help families confronting the COVID-19 pandemic, visit https://www.regulusmovie.com.

"Regulus" Movie Trailer (2020): https://youtu.be/1feuD0XFWRA

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*Photo caption: Author Aaron Ozee's titular character, "Regulus."

Media Contact
Aaron Ozee
630-656-0323
lumidrone[at]yahoo.com

Aaron Ozee, celebrity author of the bestselling children's book, "Regulus" (ISBN: 978-1387010790), has chosen to debut the Regulus movie, ahead of the July 25, 2020 release date, for a limited duration to entertain those who have been subjected to lockdown during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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

Aclaró A.I. Announces Artificial Intelligence Platforms: SAM Sales and SAM Service – Helping Dealers Increase Sales and Lower Marketing Costs

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- Aclaró AI, the game-changing Fintech built on sophisticated artificial intelligence technology, recently announced SAM (Sales AI multiplier) Sales and SAM Service products for its dealers and retail partners. These new tools let Aclaró A.I. dealer clients better retain customers, increase service revenue, and maximize sales. These tools are yet another example of how Aclaró A.I. has removed many of the key frictions and obstacles of applying Artificial Intelligence within the retail industry.

"SAM Sales and SAM Service represent the next step in helping our clients maximize sales opportunities with buyers at a lower cost of acquisition," said Aclaró A.I. CEO Carlos Galarce. "We are tremendously excited that SAM Sales and SAM Service let our clients leverage the power of artificial intelligence to sell, retain, and increase satisfaction of their customers. The initial installs are focused on the CDK DMS with fully integrated DMS installations including Fortellis completed in under 48 hours. Dealers can expect positive ROI within 30 days of installation."

"We and 20 group partners have been tracking Aclaró A.I.'s products and disruptive technology progress and I am extremely impressed by their AI applications and the ease of use of their technology, including DMS data and workflow integration using their GCP2 platform which Pohanka has in place with other applications. Their ability to implement new AI Engines and their know-how of the DMS data models and how to co-exist with the dealer workflow make us incredibly confident that their product set will positively affect the bottom line of Pohanka and that of any dealer who installs the Aclaró A.I. suite of products and disruptive technology solutions. Being up and running in 48 hours and delivering ROI in under 30 days is proof of the technology," said Andrew Carrington, CTO of Pohanka Automotive Group.

SAM Sales and SAM Service: Increasing Dealership Profitability...That Much Easier

SAM Sales and SAM Service is part of Aclaró A.I.'s state-of-the-art Artificial Intelligence platform which enables its clients to quickly deploy sophisticated risk management strategies. In turn, Aclaró A.I. clients can mitigate their risk, close more deals, optimize revenue, and increase return on investment.

SAM works by providing advanced AI computing power trained in retail automotive. Sophisticated automation lets you drastically reduce time-consuming manual processes required to analyze and predict customer demand and the inventory necessary to fill such demand. Intelligent marketing and sales programs can be implemented in mere seconds, putting the power of "Know Your Customer" at the fingertips of your Sales workforce. SAM Service has AI engines built-in to predict Defectors and help create programs to reduce defection and convert back to happy Customers.

SAM Service also lets Aclaró A.I. clients obtain more information about each service customer, offering personalized and attractive products to customers waiting in the service area. Ultimately, SAM Sales and SAM Service help Aclaró A.I. clients be more profitable while achieving stellar customer service ranking and increasing service revenue/ROI.

NADA/ATD Conference

The Aclaró A.I. team will be at the upcoming National Automobile Dealers Association ("NADA") Show in Las Vegas. From February 14 through February 17, the NADA Show brings dealers, industry leaders, manufacturers, exhibitors, and other key players together to learn about the latest tools and industry trends. If you would like to learn more about Aclaró A.I. and how it is disrupting the retail ecosystem, feel free to visit their booth at 516 Westgate Hall at the NADA/ATD Show. More information: https://show.nada.org/

About Aclaró A.I.

Aclaró A.I. is a technology company that builds customer-centric software for franchised dealerships. Through cutting-edge artificial intelligence technology, Aclaró A.I. customers can grow their auto and service sales, mitigate their customer attrition risk, and obtain higher return on investment. Visit Aclaró AI's website for more information about how Aclaró A.I. can help your auto dealership too. Learn more: https://aclaro.ai/

Aclaró AI, the game-changing Fintech built on sophisticated artificial intelligence technology, recently announced SAM (Sales AI multiplier) Sales and SAM Service products for its dealers and retail partners. These new tools let Aclaró A.I. dealer clients better retain customers, increase service revenue, and maximize sales.

Related link: https://aclaro.io/

Aaron Ozee Prepares ‘Regulus’ Movie Global Release After Wrapping Production

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- Aaron Ozee, the author of the bestselling children's book, "Regulus" (ISBN: 978-1387010790), has announced the development of the Regulus movie has wrapped two months ahead of schedule. Bizarros Studio, the animation group responsible for having purchased the "Regulus" film rights, coordinated production on the Regulus movie from their official headquarters located in the city of Bogota, Columbia.

Bizarros Studio entrusted Ozee to assume the role of Director on the Regulus movie to ensure authenticity of the book was not compromised and matched the experimental approach taken. Ozee instructed the animators from Bizarros Studio since production began to use stop-motion techniques as they developed each scene to embolden the strengths of the original story giving children and families a rare viewing experience.

Other decisions that were made as Ozee spearheaded the project were to eliminate the need for voiceover talent, same can be said about choosing music that contained verbal communication, and immerse every second of footage with psychological schemes to get viewers on the edge of their seats.

"Learning the Regulus movie wrapped production before the animation group forecasted was an incredible feeling. Bizarros Studio granted me permission to see the final cut of the Regulus movie, and despite being restricted on which information can be disclosed with public audiences, what can be said is that people will adore it," commented Ozee.

The release date of the Regulus movie, according to Bizarros Studio, has been set for the 25th of July 2020 and will host an exclusive premiere on the same date in or around the City of Chicago.

Bizarros Studio launched the official website for the Regulus movie days following the news that production wrapped at the following website address: https://www.regulusmovie.com.

Advanced orders for rentals and purchases of the Regulus movie poured through on the first day with a total of 3,200 transactions. Ozee has arranged with Bizarros Studio to launch the Regulus movie using streaming services and video-on-demand services on the night of the premiere hosted in Chicago. More information about which streaming services and video-on-demand services will include the Regulus movie in their libraries will be released as the July 25, 2020 release date approaches.

For anyone wanting to read the book way before renting or purchasing the Regulus movie, visit local bookstores near you, prominent online marketplaces, or visit https://www.aaronozee.com to buy.

Aaron Ozee, the author of the bestselling children's book, "Regulus" (ISBN: 978-1387010790), has announced the development of the Regulus movie has wrapped two months ahead of schedule. Bizarros Studio, the animation group responsible for having purchased the "Regulus" film rights, coordinated production on the Regulus movie from their official headquarters located in the city of Bogota, Columbia

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

Prairie State College’s William Berkley Recognized with Annual JV Educational Consultants Award

CHICAGO HEIGHTS, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- Prairie State College (PSC) coordinator of Male Success Initiative (MSI) William Berkley recently was recognized with the 2019 Dr. Twitty J. Styles Leadership Award from JV Educational Consultants.

The award is named after Dr. Twitty J. Styles author, educator, and professor emeritus, at the prestigious Union College in Schenectady, New York. The award is presented annually to an educator or administrator who has demonstrated high standards in education and/or administration. One who has exhibited stellar integrity, high morals, and extreme passion in pursuing their educational goals and aspirations while also contributing to raising the standards for bettering the lives of our fellow mankind.

The award was presented to Berkley during the 2019 Annual International Males of Color Empowerment and Retention Educational Conference by Ja Hon Vance, Executive Vice President, JV Educational Consultants.

The Male Success Initiative (MSI) which is the school's mentoring program offers males of color one-on-one supportive relationships. In addition to mentoring, the program provides academic support, community service, campus engagement, and character development.

Dawn E. Beckford, Executive Administrator at JV Educational Consultants said their committee receives endorsements about outstanding faculty, staff, and administrators from all over the United States.

JV Educational's secret nominations focus on educational and enthusiastic technique, contribution to student retention, dedication to his discipline through scholarly advancements, and more. "Berkley exemplifies excellence in education," she added.

Learn more at: https://prairiestate.edu/student-services/academic-advising-center/male-success-initiative.aspx

Prairie State College (PSC) coordinator of Male Success Initiative (MSI) William Berkley recently was recognized with the 2019 Dr. Twitty J. Styles Leadership Award from JV Educational Consultants.

TeamSnap Scores a New Partnership with Chicago Fire Juniors

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- TeamSnap announced today a new partnership with Chicago Fire Juniors (CFJ), the official youth club affiliate program of Chicago Fire Football Club. As part of the partnership, TeamSnap has been named the official team and club management platform for CFJ and all affiliate clubs.

TeamSnap is the leader in sports management software supporting 22 million users across 100 different sports. CFJ currently consists of 11 clubs nationwide with more than 8,000 travel players and 8,000 recreational players.

As part of the multi-year partnership, TeamSnap will be used extensively to manage scheduling, communications and logistics for more than 500 Chicago Fire Junior affiliate teams along with its slate of community and development programs.

This includes: Chicago Fire Juniors City, Chicago Fire Juniors North Shore, Chicago Fire Juniors South, Chicago Fire Juniors West, Florida Fire Juniors, Illinois Fire Juniors, Indiana Fire Juniors, Indiana Fire Juniors South, Kentucky Fire Juniors, Louisiana Fire Juniors and Michigan Fire Juniors.

"This is an exciting new partnership and we are fully committed to supporting Chicago Fire Juniors as they create a winning environment that fosters a culture of excellence for youth soccer players both on and off the field of play," said Dave DuPont, TeamSnap co-founder and CEO. "We are looking forward to delivering a comprehensive sports management solution that helps Chicago Fire FC administrators and coaches stay focused on growing the game at all levels."

About TeamSnap

Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, TeamSnap has taken the organization of youth, recreational and competitive sports into the 21st century. Over 20-million coaches, administrators, players and parents use TeamSnap to sign up, schedule, communicate and coordinate everything for the team, the club and the season.

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

Twitter: @TeamSnap @firejrs #YouthSports #Soccer #SportsTech

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*Photo caption: TeamSnap announced a new partnership with Chicago Fire Juniors (CFJ), the official youth club affiliate program of Chicago Fire Football Club

TeamSnap announced today a new partnership with Chicago Fire Juniors (CFJ), the official youth club affiliate program of Chicago Fire Football Club. As part of the partnership, TeamSnap has been named the official team and club management platform for CFJ and all affiliate clubs.

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

Aaron Ozee Secures Agreement with Production Studio Filming ‘Regulus’ Movie

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- Aaron Ozee, the author of bestselling children's book, "Regulus" (ISBN: 9781387010790), has sold the production rights from his notable creation to a prominent stop-motion animation studio that will adapt "Regulus" into an unorthodox theatrical feature. "Regulus" was released through Lulu Press, being the lead self-publishing house that coordinated the launch of the famed tale, and has entranced the global literary community for the past three years.

"Regulus" has secured praise from iconic celebrities, has produced custom merchandise for younger audiences such as video games or plush animals, has entertained influential political figures, and has touched unreachable locations such as space.

Readers everywhere have remained patient for "Regulus" to be reimagined for the big screen but have only heard rumors as the legend circulating this prodigious book keeps growing larger than anyone could have ever pictured. Ivan Rodriguez, leader of the animation team coordinating the production of the film, has instructed his talented ensemble of artists to construct the movie with bewildering notions.

"Rather than becoming another theatrical feature that people will forget in a week once they have seen it for the first time, 'Regulus' will soon become a film that people will remember for generations. We are pursuing an experimental direction that will use loving music, unique sound effects, illustrious scenery, manuscript passages, and character movement in order to convey the progression of the storyline," said Ozee during the first announcement of the film.

Production on the film has been scheduled for completion at the end of February, but the official release month of "Regulus" has been disclosed as July 2020.

The premiere of "Regulus" has been arranged for the same month as the release of the film and will be privately hosted in Chicago for national media, crew members, family, and friends to see the first screening. Following midnight of the Chicago premiere, Ozee has informed fans the film will be launched on streaming services and video-on-demand services for rental or purchase.

Future announcements will be shared about which streaming services or video-on-demand services will make "Regulus" available but should be disclosed once production on the film has wrapped.

"Being someone that appreciates catching new movies when they reach theaters, hosting the premiere in my hometown of Chicago was the meaningful choice. However, there has always been something about movies that are distributed using the means of the virtual universe which fascinates me. The reason for distributing this film through streaming services or video-on-demand services comes from the need to be relevant and remain accessible to consumers worldwide," said Ozee during the first announcement of the film.

Aaron Ozee, the author of bestselling children's book, "Regulus" (ISBN: 9781387010790), has sold the production rights from his notable creation to a prominent stop-motion animation studio that will adapt "Regulus" into an unorthodox theatrical feature.

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

Whole Brain Consulting to Speak at The Hatchery December 2, 2019

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- Chicago Illinois area's William Madden, co-founder and senior partner of Whole Brain Consulting, is scheduled to present at The Hatchery from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on December 2, 2019.

As a highly respected senior food industry consultant, Madden brings over 20 years experience in the field of outsourced operations and entrepreneurship to the table. Alongside Madden's colleagues Maggie Craig and Stefanie Fogel of DLA Piper, Madden will speak on the topic "Start Up to Scale Up: Co-Manufacturing Considerations."

Madden is a renowned thought leader, writer, and presenter recognized for consulting in the rapidly changing food industry partnership between suppliers, co-manufacturers, co-packers and food companies. In addition to authoring "Separating the Con Man From the Co Man: How to Source a Contract Manufacturer," Madden has contributed to the forward movement of the industry through multiple avenues and has served as an advisor and mentor to emerging food companies.

Craig and Fogel are legal experts specializing in regulatory practice and litigation matters, including but not limited to multi-national food and consumer product regulation and compliance, food and consumer product recall response, corporate compliance, and commercial, class action and multi-plaintiff litigation.

The Hatchery is a 67,000 square foot food industry incubator, designed to help food businesses scale. As one of the largest food industry incubators in the United States, The Hatchery is known for its industrial kitchens, co-working spaces, on-side business planning services, classes and events.

To learn more about Whole Brain Consulting and the upcoming presentation, visit https://whole-brain-consulting.com.

About Whole Brain Consulting:

Whole Brain Consulting, a consulting firm specializing in outsourced operations in the food industry, operates from offices in Chicago and Boulder. From supply chain and operations management to food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, Whole Brain Consulting utilizes the cumulative expertise of over two dozen industry experts to solve problems for rising food companies.

Chicago Illinois area's William Madden, co-founder and senior partner of Whole Brain Consulting, is scheduled to present at The Hatchery from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on December 2, 2019.

Related link: https://whole-brain-consulting.com/

Luxury Chicago Realtor Emily Sachs Wong Announces a Premier Home with Outstanding Lake Views

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- Luxury Chicago Agent, Emily Sachs Wong, lists a premier one-of-a-kind home offered for $2,850,000. Soaring high above the idyllic shores of Lake Michigan, mere moments from Chicago's finest beaches, biking paths, retail, and restaurant offerings, this exquisite 3,259 square foot sky-home resides in one of America's most prestigious real estate havens, the Gold Coast.

More information on 159 E. Walton Place #16A please visit https://www.atproperties.com/10504068/159-e-walton-place-16a-chicago-illinois-60611-nei

Proudly perched in the Palmolive, a sought-after art-deco inspired high-rise which hosts luxurious homes with upscale finishes and amenities, including a full-service concierge, spa, fitness center, community room, and valet parking for two cars, this superior sanctuary presents impeccably with gleaming hardwood floors, superb high ceilings, and of course, the spectacular lake views which act as an enticing and serene backdrop to this striking residence.

From the moment you step inside the foyer, showcased by sensational lake vistas and a cozy fireplace, you'll be in awe. Accented by elegant interiors, the enduring beauty of this condominium is evident at every turn. Enjoy the expansive living room, adorned with a tray ceiling and oversized windows to capture the endless water views. There's a plush dining room, perfect for gathering with guests and boasting a magical outlook over Michigan Avenue. MasterChefs will delight in the gourmet kitchen fitted with premium custom cabinetry, quartzite countertops, and acclaimed appliances including a DeGuilio sink, Wolf range, and a Sub-Zero refrigerator. There is also a clever concealed pull-out table, ideal for casual dining.

Formerly configured as a four-bedroom residence, this gorgeous home now boasts three deluxe bedrooms, including a master suite which is now grand in both size and appearance. This sumptuous space also blends beautifully with the splendid lake vistas which lay beyond your windows and is a sprawling haven you'll relish retreating to. Accompanied by a vast walk-in closet and a spacious sitting room, here is where you can unplug, unwind, and soak up your glorious coastal panoramas in style. You'll also benefit from the limestone master bathroom with dual vanity, glass-enclosed shower, and a spa, while two additional bedroom suites with closets, a full bathroom, and powder room complete this fabulous residence.

This no-expense-spared masterpiece also features two separate and zoned heating systems, valet parking for two cars, as well as access to all the Palmolive's facilities and their incredible staff who will ensure you always have everything you need.

Perfectly positioned on the Gold Coast, one of the most affluent neighborhoods in America and home to some of Chicago's most famous residents, the Palmolive is the answer to your every luxury real estate need and superb lifestyle. You'll be spoiled by lovely beaches, internationally acclaimed boutiques, inspired cuisine and vibrant nightlife, all within one square mile. If that's not tempting enough, the famed Michigan Avenue and Oak Street, home to Downtown Chicago's high-end shopping is just a leisurely stroll away. Also, in close proximity are elite public and private schools, picturesque parks, and an array of cultural attractions.

With its desirable Near North Side location, (one of only four areas that make up downtown Chicago), fringed by tranquil Lake Michigan to the east and the Chicago River, this Palmolive residence is without comparison.

About Emily Sachs Wong:
Emily Sachs Wong is known for delivering quick sales times with a higher sale to list price making her one of the most sought-after advisers in Chicago's high-end real estate market. She is known for her unparalleled real estate marketing expertise, her masterful negotiating abilities, and for her excellent professionalism providing top customer service. Emily is the exclusive 'News Partner Realtor' for the Chicago real estate market, which uniquely differentiates herself as a leader in utilizing her proprietary cutting edge marketing strategy of using her media connections to get her client's homes featured on high-authority channels like Yahoo Finance, Reuters, Bloomberg, FOX, ABC, NBC, and more. Emily is constantly on the forefront of implementing progressive tactics to get her listings mass exposure through this distinctive complimentary blend of press-marketing, search engine optimization, and technology. Specializing in luxury real estate, she is dedicated to helping her valued clients achieve their goals while consistently delivering best results, exceeding client expectations, and offering a highly personalized service that is unmatched. High-end buyers and sellers seek out her knowledge of the luxury Chicago market, which is only eclipsed by a tireless work ethic, excellent communication skills, and her friendly, empathetic nature.

To find out more about the opportunity to own the most luxurious homes in Chicago, please visit: http://www.eswchicago.com

Business name: Emily Sachs Wong, INC.
Contact- Emily Sachs Wong
Phone- (312) 286-0800
URL- http://www.eswchicago.com
Email: esw@atproperties.com
Address- 1211 W Webster Ave, Chicago, IL 60614
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilysachswong
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Luxury Chicago Agent, Emily Sachs Wong, lists a premier one-of-a-kind home offered for $2,850,000. Soaring high above the idyllic shores of Lake Michigan, mere moments from Chicago's finest beaches, biking paths, retail, and restaurant offerings, this exquisite 3,259 square foot sky-home resides in one of America's most prestigious real estate havens, the Gold Coast.

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