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Lexus of Englewood Launches New LS 500

ENGLEWOOD, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- The latest Lexus LS was unveiled at Lexus of Englewood Thursday, April 19 in a spectacular Launch Event attended by hundreds of the dealership's customers and employees. The LS 500, LS 500 F-Sport and Hybrid versions were center stage in the Bergen County, New Jersey showroom surrounded by music, spotlights and incredible food catered by the famous River Palm Terrace.

Carmine DeMaio, Dealer Principal, said that designing a brand-new automobile demands a new way of thinking.

"It takes time, too," said DeMaio. "This is the fifth generation LS, a car that was at the heart of the successful Lexus introduction to America nearly 30 years ago. Through the decades the market for luxury cars has evolved. Now, there are the technical and emotional factors to consider. This new LS 500 is truly an emotionally appealing vehicle and has breakthrough safety features. It's as close to driving an auto show concept car as you can get!"

During the formal presentation a wealth of new aesthetic enhancements were demonstrated. The unique design elements such as the special Kiriko cut glass inlays and the origami inspired door panels speak boldly of the fact that the LS is a luxury car with a deep Japanese culture.

Spokesmodel Risa Benson said: "Affluent consumers are attracted to peak experiences and sensory stimulation. They are inspired by creativity and design and have high expectation of their relationship with brands. The new Lexus LS is the total package!"

Mark DeMaio, President of Lexus of Englewood said: "It's the driving dynamic that I like most about the new Lexus." Suggesting that he's as happy being the driver behind the new LS 500's twin-turbocharged 3.6-liter V-6 wheel as enjoying the right rear reclining seat with the Ottoman feature.

All four LS seats offer an array of pneumatic bladders that inflate and deflate to replicate Japanese shiatsu massage techniques.

Chris Vassallo, General Sales Manager for Lexus of Englewood said that the new LS shows how Lexus is focused on the engagement with our customers. "Lexus has redefined our flagship sedan. It is totally set apart from the competition. It features imaginative design and levels of craftsmanship that make the impossible, a reality. And that story begins at the front, with the completely reimagined spindle grille."

Carmine DeMaio closed the evening by recognizing his entire team: "At Lexus of Englewood, our goal is to continually find innovative ways to ensure that each of our customers is treated like family and receives the ultimate level of personalized service. We are fortunate to have the expertise and talent of our dedicated associates who make Lexus of Englewood the premier Lexus dealership by the outstanding jobs they do each day."

Lexus of Englewood, repeat winner of the coveted Elite of Lexus Award, is located at 53 Engle Street in Englewood, New Jersey. The dealership is open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. The Service Center, at 136 Engle Street Monday through Saturday at 7:30 a.m. and offers Sunday service.

For more information about Lexus of Englewood call (201) 568-3900 or visit their website at https://www.lexusofenglewood.com/.

Lexus of Englewood, 53 Engle Street, Englewood, NJ 07631.

*CAPTION FOR PHOTO: Risa Benson, model and spokesperson pointing to the new, spindle grill of the exciting new 2018 Lexus LS 500 at the Lexus of Englewood Launch Party for the brand's redesigned flagship sedan.

The latest Lexus LS was unveiled at Lexus of Englewood in New Jersey on Thursday, April 19 in a spectacular Launch Event attended by hundreds of the dealership's customers and employees. The LS 500, LS 500 F-Sport and Hybrid versions were center stage in the Bergen County, New Jersey showroom surrounded by music, spotlights and incredible food catered by the famous River Palm Terrace.

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

Free Photo Recovery Software – iCare Photo Recovery Just Released

PISCATAWAY, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- iCareAll Inc. has recently released a brand new free photo recovery program called iCare Photo Recovery, which is a new product working as a totally free tool for photo rescuing. It can be used for photo loss problems, including deletion, formatting, virus infection, raw file system, improper operation, inaccessible device, system crash, partition error, etc.

"Photos are memories of our life and it keeps the best status of special moments," said Mr. Tom, the CEO of iCareAll Inc. "Many of us keep photos of our family special moments from birthday party to wedding moments or even child birth along with our life. We cannot afford to lose them. So the releasing of freeware iCare Photo Recovery is to rescue photo losses to save the best memories of our unforgettable moments if there were unexpected data losses happened."

For more information or guide of how to use iCare Photo Recovery, please go to https://www.icare-recovery.com/photo-recovery/

Besides iCare Photo Recovery, iCare Recovery offers another star product: iCare SD Card Recovery for spring giveaway, which is worth $69 and can restore various data from all kinds of storage device. And there are also other products on discount during the spring giveaway period.

Be free to take a free giveaway at: https://www.icare-recovery.com/giveaway/spring.html.

About iCare Photo Recovery:

iCare Photo Recovery is a freeware specializing in all kinds of photo recovery which can restore lost photos due to various reasons, such as accidental deletion, format, virus infection, system crash, raw drive error, etc. -- and it can repair photo(s) from various devices, including phone microSD card, PC, USB, SD card, external drive etc. And this program supports all Windows systems.

About iCare Recovery Spring Giveaway:

This is a giveaway of the star product iCare SD Card Recovery which is worth $69. This giveaway also includes some other products promotions with discount.

About iCare Recovery:

Founded in 2009, iCare Recovery from iCareAll Inc. is specialized in data recovery for various data losses. For more information about iCare Recovery, visit https://www.icare-recovery.com/

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

iCareAll Inc. has recently released a brand new free photo recovery program called iCare Photo Recovery, which is a new product working as a totally free tool for photo rescuing. It can be used for photo loss problems, including deletion, formatting, virus infection, raw file system, improper operation, inaccessible device, system crash, partition error, etc.

Related link: https://www.icare-recovery.com/

Stirling Communications Recruits Industry Veteran Alan Sylvia as Conen Mounts US Business Development Manager

STIRLING, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- Stirling Communications announces the recent hiring of Alan Sylvia as Conen US Business Development Manager. Stirling Communications is a specialty importer and boutique distributor of carefully chosen Best-in-Class Audio Visual products, including Conen Mounts, that solely utilize distributors to get their products to the resellers.

"Alan's rich experience in sales and business development in the AV business will immediately give Conen Mounts the greater representation we want throughout the entire United States," said Frank M. Culotta, President of Stirling Communications.

Alan's background in technology education and sales at Thomson Corporation, Hitachi Solutions and Avocor are a real asset for Stirling Communications as he understands the needs in education and the corporate verticals to present those products that solve the biggest user challenges.

"I'm excited to help the Stirling Communications team and the Conen brand grow its existence. We represent top quality niche products that are essential to helping dealers and integrators deploy AV solutions that extend beyond simple boxes," Sylvia added.

About Stirling Communications:

In 1999, Stirling Communications was born out of Symco Inc., an independent manufacturer's rep company and its need to connect some of our leading brands with our best integrators and customers. Stirling Communications focuses on targeted industry-leading commercial AV brands.

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

Conen Mounts info: http://www.conenus.com/.

Stirling Communications announces the recent hiring of Alan Sylvia as Conen US Business Development Manager. Stirling Communications is a specialty importer and boutique distributor of carefully chosen Best-in-Class Audio Visual products, including Conen Mounts, that solely utilize distributors to get their products to the resellers.

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

SUDC Foundation Celebrates Launch of UK Affiliate, SUDC UK

CEDAR GROVE, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC) Foundation is pleased to announce the launch of its affiliate in the United Kingdom, SUDC UK. The SUDC Foundation, which is based in the United States, serves over 800 families in 18 countries who have experienced the unique challenges and unanswered questions that follow a sudden, unexpected and unexplained loss of a child.

SUDC UK will build upon the SUDC Foundation's efforts in the U.K. to increase awareness of SUDC and raise funds for expanded research initiatives on one of the most under-recognized medical tragedies of our time.

Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC) is a category of death in children over the age of one year which remains unexplained after a thorough investigation and autopsy. Most often, SUDC occurs in otherwise healthy children during sleep. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, at least 400 children in the United States are lost annually to SUDC. It is most common in young children and is the fifth leading category of death among children ages of 1 to 4 years. Comparably, the Office of National Statistics for England and Wales states 42 children were lost to SUDC in 2016, of which 25 were aged 1-4 years.

"We are so excited to announce the launch of SUDC UK," said Laura Gould Crandall, Executive Director and Co-Founder of the SUDC Foundation. "The SUDC Foundation is proud of its history of being the only worldwide organization devoted to supporting those who have been devastated by SUDC. SUDC UK will help us expand our outreach efforts to support more U.K. families and advocate for research that will further our understanding of SUDC and ways to prevent it."

"Nikki, Helen and I are proud to announce the birth of SUDC UK, an affiliate to the SUDC Foundation and a U.K. charity whose sole purpose is to promote awareness, advocate for more research and build a connected and compassionate SUDC community," said Camilla Gooden Co-Founder of SUDC UK. "SUDC UK is launched in memory of all our children and we hope we can make a difference by shining their light on SUDC. We are eternally thankful to the SUDC Foundation for supporting us on our journey to make this happen. We very much hope to see as many U.K. families as possible at our launch on 21st April."

SUDC UK will enhance the SUDC Foundation's efforts to support the needs of the SUDC community in the United Kingdom. While the SUDC Foundation will continue to provide bereavement support to SUDC families in the U.K., SUDC UK will spearhead a national public awareness campaign to raise awareness of SUDC in the U.K. as well as raise funds for expanded SUDC research initiatives. Through prior efforts, leadership of SUDC UK have raised over $228,000 (£184,500) in funding to support SUDC and bereaved families.

SUDC UK will celebrate its launch at an event on Saturday, April 21st at Chessington World of Adventures Resort supported by The Lullaby Trust. The event will honor families whose toddler or child died suddenly and unexpectedly as well as feature a presentation on the work of SUDC UK.

To learn more about SUDC and the SUDC Foundation, please visit https://sudc.org/.

To learn more about the SUDC UK, please visit: https://www.sudc.org/uk.

About the SUDC Foundation:

The SUDC Foundation is the only organization worldwide whose purpose is to promote awareness, advocate for research and support those affected by SUDC. The SUDC Foundation provides all services at no cost to families.

About SUDC UK:

SUDC UK is dedicated to increasing awareness of sudden unexpected deaths in childhood and funding crucial research to better understand and prevent these tragedies. Co-founded by three SUDC bereaved mothers in memory of all SUDC children, they hope to make a difference by shining a light on SUDC.

The Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC) Foundation is pleased to announce the launch of its affiliate in the United Kingdom, SUDC UK. The SUDC Foundation, which is based in the United States, serves over 800 families in 18 countries who have experienced the unique challenges and unanswered questions that follow a sudden, unexpected and unexplained loss of a child.

Related link: https://sudc.org/

Ten States Proclaim March 2018 Awareness Month for Unexplained Childhood Deaths to Kick Off Month-Long Campaign

CEDAR GROVE, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC) Foundation is pleased to announce nine states, Alabama, Arizona, Iowa, Louisiana, Michigan, Nevada, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Utah & Wisconsin, have made statewide proclamations declaring March 2018 SUDC Awareness Month. These are the first states to join a nationwide effort led by the SUDC Foundation to raise awareness of one of the most under-recognized medical tragedies of our time.

Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC) is a category of death in children over the age of one year which remains unexplained after a thorough investigation and autopsy. Most often, SUDC occurs in otherwise healthy children during sleep. At least 400 children are lost to SUDC in the United States every year.

"Far too often, the first time people hear about SUDC is when they, or someone they know, has lost a child to it," said Laura Gould Crandall, Executive Director and Co-Founder of the SUDC Foundation. "SUDC families too often grieve in isolation, without information, resources or knowledge that other families exist with a similar loss. Raising awareness of SUDC is integral to the work of the SUDC Foundation so we can support those affected by SUDC and advocate for research that will further our understanding of the causes and ways to prevent SUDC."

The SUDC Foundation is advocating for SUDC Awareness Month proclamations in all 50 U.S. states this March. In 2017, 36 U.S. states participated. This nationwide effort began in 2016, inspired by Drew Joseph Boswell and the Boswell family. The Boswell family successfully advocated for the first statewide proclamation declaring March 2015 as SUDC Awareness Month in the State of Louisiana.

To see a full list of previous efforts as well as additional states who have joined, please visit: https://sudc.org/advocacy/legislative-policy-and-advocacy/us-state-proclamations

This year, the SUDC Foundation is expanding its awareness month campaign to host weekly activities for every SUDC supporter to raise awareness of SUDC and honor the children gone far too soon. To learn more, please visit: https://sudc.org/advocacy/sudc-awareness-month.

About the SUDC Foundation:

The SUDC Foundation is the only organization worldwide whose purpose is to promote awareness, advocate for research and support those affected by SUDC. The SUDC Foundation provides all services at no cost to families. To learn more about SUDC and the SUDC Foundation, please visit https://sudc.org/.

The Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC) Foundation is pleased to announce nine states, Alabama, Arizona, Iowa, Louisiana, Michigan, Nevada, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Utah and Wisconsin, have made statewide proclamations declaring March 2018 SUDC Awareness Month. These are the first states to join a nationwide effort led by the SUDC Foundation to raise awareness of one of the most under-recognized medical tragedies of our time.

Related link: https://sudc.org/

Capacity LLC Announces Launch of Glossier Beauty Product Fulfillment

NORTH BRUNSWICK, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- Capacity LLC, trusted leader in order fulfillment, e-commerce, and electronic data interchange (EDI), is excited to announce the launch of its newest client, the fast-growing beauty brand Glossier. Capacity is thrilled to bring fans of Glossier the best in modern beauty products, while providing the brand with benefits from its bespoke order presentation and the latest pick-to-light/put-to-light fulfillment solutions.

"We're excited to partner with someone we believe can grow with us as we scale our business and is committed to continuous process improvement, just as we are at Glossier," said Sarah Hague, Executive Director of Logistics and Planning at Glossier.

One of the things that first attracted Glossier to the Capacity brand was its in-house engineering and IT teams. The fulfillment solution Capacity customized for Glossier utilizes dedicated satellite packing stations, shipping terminals, and multiple quality control terminals, all of which operate seamlessly under the watchful eyes of its engineering team.

Throughout launch week, the Capacity team had Glossier products ready to move at 7 a.m. and successfully shipped all orders scheduled to go out that week. This successful first week clearly demonstrated that Capacity is prepared for the heavy order volume in the months ahead with its latest high-profile client, allowing the Glossier team to focus on core activities like product innovation and customer engagement.

Capacity's mission is to delight customers every time they receive their carefully prepared and presented orders. It is this commitment to customer experience that aligns Glossier and Capacity.

"Our two companies are a great match," says Thom Campbell, CSO and co-founder of Capacity. "Both teams understand how outstanding presentation and customer experience can empower a brand. We will work nonstop to deliver the experience that Glossier fans expect and deserve."

For more information about Glossier, visit https://www.glossier.com.

For more information about Capacity, visit https://www.capacityllc.com/. To connect with a Capacity fulfillment expert, call (732) 745-7770 and select option 3 or visit https://www.capacityllc.com/contact.

About Capacity LLC:
Since 1999, Capacity LLC has been offering expert order fulfillment services, warehousing, value-added services, assembly services, and technology solutions to businesses nationwide. Capacity LLC provides a bicoastal fulfillment solution, from four facilities in North Brunswick, N.J., and a fifth in City of Industry, Calif. These strategic locations on both coasts allow for reduced transit times, cost-effective shipping, and more flexible transportation solutions. All four facilities are close to the major ports of Los Angeles/Long Beach and Newark/New York.

Capacity LLC is cGMP certified, operates FDA registered facilities, and is N.J. and Calif. State Board of Health approved food grade. Capacity LLC provides domestic and international distribution to companies of all sizes, from startups to household name brands who ship around the world.

Media Contact:
Rich Reba, Marketing Director
Capacity LLC
info@capacityllc.com
732-745-7770 x224

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Capacity LLC, trusted leader in order fulfillment, e-commerce, and electronic data interchange (EDI), is excited to announce the launch of its newest client, the fast-growing beauty brand Glossier. One of the things that first attracted Glossier to the Capacity brand was its in-house engineering and IT teams.

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

New York Christian Radio Station, The Bridge 95.1 FM, Takes On Illegal Radio Pirates, And Wins

OLD BRIDGE, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- OLD BRIDGE, N.J., Nov. 28, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- When The Bridge Christian Radio Network, based in Old Bridge, N.J., gained authorization to expand its Christian Bible teaching broadcasts into New York City in November 2013, no one could have anticipated the battle that would ensue before the station could actually begin broadcasting on its own frequency, 95.1 FM in the heart of Manhattan.

Unauthorized broadcasters, or "pirates," had co-opted over 80 percent of The Bridge's signal on 95.1 FM. As a result, listeners tuning into 95.1, expecting The Bridge's signature Bible teaching, could hear anything but that, including a variety of music formats all illegally broadcasting on the signal.

"We brought the pirate problem to the government's attention," said Lloyd Pulley, CEO of The Bridge and senior pastor of Calvary Chapel Old Bridge, which owns the station. "We fought hard, and we won. While the pirates continue to encroach on the signal in some areas, we are delighted that The Bridge is now broadcasting clearly in 70 percent of its own coverage area, which covers from the Bronx to Lower Manhattan."

A listener-supported, noncommercial Christian teaching station, The Bridge originally launched in 2004. The station's David v. Goliath battle with radio pirates is not the only unique aspect of the station's expansion into New York. Currently, The Bridge is the ONLY Christian FM radio station broadcasting directly from New York City. The addition of this tower, located near the United Nations Building, makes it possible for The Bridge to reach over four million more potential listeners, in addition to the potentially seven million already reached throughout New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania on the station's other frequencies.

One New York listener notes, "We have waited a long time to hear clear, precise, and doctrinally sound, powerfully relevant Bible teaching for some time, and now we have The Bridge."

The station's expansion into New York enables The Bridge to share its message of hope in Christ to people from every tribe and tongue, including the approximately 600 language groups residing in New York. By bringing The Bridge to New York City, supporters of the station are often reminded, on and off the air, that they are essentially "bringing the Gospel to the world."

As well as being the only Christian FM station broadcasting from Manhattan, The Bridge is also unique in its format.

"The Bridge has not followed the trend of many other Christian radio stations to broadcast primarily music, and continues to air some of the finest Bible teaching in the nation," says Rob Taylor, general manager of The Bridge. "With this format, the Gospel is preached, the Word of God is taught, and the name of Jesus is clearly proclaimed to all, without compromise, 24 hours a day, 7 days week, 365 days a year."

In addition to its New York frequency, 95.1 FM, The Bridge can currently be heard on several frequencies throughout the Tri-state area, including 89.7 FM in Monmouth and Ocean Counties in N.J., 91.9 FM in Southern Middlesex and Northern Monmouth Counties in N.J., 103.1 FM in Northern N.J., and nationwide via its mobile app or http://www.bridgeradio.org/.

Of the powerful impact of The Bridge, one listener writing to the station notes, "Thank you for the courage and God's blessing to have this wonderful radio station full of teachings... I love listening to The Bridge and absorbing the Word on a daily basis. Thank you, and keep spreading God's word to believers, so that we may be lifted up each day and to the unbelievers, so that they may be led to Christ."

The Bridge Christian Radio, Bridgelight, LLC is a radio ministry of Calvary Chapel Old Bridge, N.J. Learn more about The Bridge 95.1 FM in New York City, and support its ongoing effort to broadcast Bible teaching in the greatest city in the world by visiting http://www.bridgeradio.org/.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Rob Taylor, General Manager
The Bridge Christian Radio
127 White Oak Lane, Old Bridge, N.J. 08857
732-588-0861
info@bridgeradio.org

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When The Bridge Christian Radio Network, based in Old Bridge, N.J., gained authorization to expand its Christian Bible teaching broadcasts into New York City in November 2013, no one could have anticipated the battle that would ensue before the station could actually begin broadcasting on its own frequency, 95.1 FM in the heart of Manhattan.

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

Capacity appoints Darren Lavelle new Vice President of Client Services

NORTH BRUNSWICK, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- Capacity LLC, trusted leaders in order fulfillment, e-commerce, and electronic data interchange (EDI), is proud to announce the appointment of Darren Lavelle to the position of Vice President of Client Services.

As the fulfillment partner of choice for household names and global brands, Capacity is expected to deliver seamless experiences for customers who order products from those high-profile clients. Even with the company's new order management systems in place and more than 10 million orders shipped as of last year, Capacity is facing a more competitive fulfillment sector than ever before. Client communication and customer experience are more business critical than ever before.

Co-founder and CSO of Capacity LLC, Thom Campbell, summarized the importance of his company's newest hire: "We are very excited to announce this addition, as Darren brings decades of leadership experience helping his teams deliver outstanding service. His record at companies like Pitney Bowes and Mimeo.com is notable for delighted clients and team members alike, and his experience gives us a significant advantage as we move into another record year."

Lavelle brings with him decades of experience, leading global customer service teams in the U.S., Europe and India. He brings a practical knowledge of CRM platforms, critical timelines, and supply chain complexity. Lavelle holds a BS in Business Administration from the University of Southern California and an MBA from the University of Arizona. Critically for his position, he understands what people want and how to satisfy those desires through operational performance and exemplary service.

The decision to add a dedicated Vice President of Client Services to the leadership team embodies Capacity's commitment to customer experience. The company is fully focused on meeting the goal of its tagline, "fulfillment delivered," and is confident the appointment of Darren Lavelle will benefit both clients and colleagues to that end.

For more information about Capacity, visit http://www.capacityllc.com/.

To connect with a Capacity fulfillment expert, call (732) 745-7770 and select option 3 or visit http://www.capacityllc.com/contact.

About Capacity LLC:

Since 1999, Capacity LLC has been offering expert order fulfillment services, warehousing, value-added services, assembly services, and technology solutions to businesses nationwide. Capacity LLC provides a bicoastal fulfillment solution, from four facilities in North Brunswick, N.J., and a fifth in City of Industry, Calif. These strategic locations on both coasts allow for reduced transit times, cost-effective shipping, and more flexible transportation solutions. All four facilities are close to the major ports of Los Angeles/Long Beach and Newark/New York.

Capacity LLC is cGMP certified, operates FDA registered facilities, and is NJ & CA State Board of Health approved food grade. Capacity LLC provides domestic and international distribution to companies of all sizes, from startups to household name brands who ship around the world.

Media Contact:
Rich Reba, Marketing Director
info@capacityllc.com
732-745-7770 x224

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Capacity LLC, trusted leaders in order fulfillment, e-commerce, and electronic data interchange (EDI), is proud to announce the appointment of Darren Lavelle to the position of Vice President of Client Services. The decision to add a dedicated Vice President of Client Services to the leadership team embodies Capacity's commitment to customer experience.

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

New Short Film Sheds Light on Struggles of Families Facing Unexplained Death of a Child

CEDAR GROVE, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC) Foundation released a powerful new documentary, "Love Beyond Reason," that offers a snapshot of the unique challenges and unanswered questions that follow a sudden, unexpected and unexplained loss of a child.

Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC) is a category of death in children over the age of one year which remains unexplained after a thorough investigation and autopsy. Most often, SUDC occurs in otherwise healthy children during sleep. At least 400 children are lost to SUDC in the United States every year.

"Love Beyond Reason" depicts the challenges the medical community faces as it tries to understand this classification of death and the heartache of parents and families who have experienced the sudden loss of a thriving child with no medical cause or explanation.

"This documentary powerfully presents the human side of one of the most under-recognized medical tragedies of our time," said Orrin Devinsky, M.D., of the New York University Langone School of Medicine and the Principal Investigator of the SUDC Registry and Research Collaborative (SUDCRRC).

The film also highlights the chronically under-served needs of families affected by SUDC, including a lack research, support and funding. While it is the fifth leading category of death among children ages one to four, SUDC has received no public funding to date.

"Unfortunately, sudden deaths of children do happen," said Laura Gould Crandall, Executive Director and Co-Founder of the SUDC Foundation. "For far too long, SUDC has not been addressed well by the medical community in terms of care for the families affected and pursuing an understanding of a cause and a way to prevent these deaths. We have to change that."

Scenes for "Love Beyond Reason" were shot at the Understanding Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood Conference held in New York City, N.Y., on May 1, 2017. The conference was the first multidisciplinary medical conference on SUDC which featured critical research updates and best practices from the fields of epidemiology, pathology, genetics, cardiology, neurology and palliative care. Over 225 attendees joined from 35 U.S. states and five countries.

The conference also offered the rare opportunity for SUDC families to connect in person with others who have suffered similar tragedies, which is also featured in the film.

"This film cuts to the heart of what SUDC is all about," said Bobby Jenkins, a grandfather of a child lost to SUDC and Board Member of the SUDC Foundation. "From the first-ever conference for researchers and parents, we are able to tell the story of an entire classification of children who die without answers and receives no government research support. We see the families brought together for the first time and experience the tears and loss, but also the hope that someday we will have the resources to find out what happened to these wonderful children. Thanks so much to the SUDC Foundation for bringing everyone together and telling this important story."

"Like many, I was unaware of what SUDC really was before working on this film. It was through working on this conference that I began to understand the mystery of SUDC, and the strength of the families enduring such a loss," said Austen Deery, the director of the film. "The love and community I felt and was a part of while filming this documentary was special. To have families open up about these tragedies and speak freely about what their experience has been like was nothing short of heroic and deserves so much more than what I was able to provide as a filmmaker.

"So I say thank you to all those who were a part of making this conference so powerful, and to the entire team at the SUDC Foundation whose support and effort does not go unnoticed, and will not stop until this tragic phenomenon is put to rest."

To learn more about SUDC and the SUDC Foundation, and to watch "Love Beyond Reason," please visit https://sudc.org/.

About the SUDC Foundation:

The SUDC Foundation is the only organization worldwide whose purpose is to promote awareness, advocate for research and support those affected by SUDC. The SUDC Foundation provides all services at no cost to families.

About the SUDCRRC:

The SUDC Registry and Research Collaborative (SUDCRRC) will assist families and the medicolegal death investigation community when these tragedies occur. The purpose is to increase the understanding of the characteristics, circumstances, medical histories and pathologies of children from ages 11 months through 18 years who have died suddenly and unexpectedly, and in some instances, without explanation.

The SUDC Registry and Research Collaborative will analyze cases of sudden unexpected deaths in these children to understand risk factors and causes, and develop preventative measures. By bringing together these rare cases, we hope to support grieving families with a greater understanding of their child's death and support medical research efforts into all causes of Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood.

Media Contact:
Elizabeth Milliken
Of SUDC Foundation
Cell: 973-459-1092
elizabeth@sudc.org
https://sudc.org/

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Twitter: @SUDC #LoveBeyondReason

The Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC) Foundation released a powerful new documentary, "Love Beyond Reason," that offers a snapshot of the unique challenges and unanswered questions that follow a sudden, unexpected and unexplained loss of a child.

Related link: https://sudc.org/

Robin Sharma’s Lead Without A Title Executive Program Scheduled for October 2, 2017

JERSEY CITY, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- Lead Without A Title(TM) (LWT) offers more than just a training program or leadership class, it offers a method to achieve breakthroughs. LWT America is pleased to announce a four-day event, which will take place on October 2-5, 2017, in Jersey City at WorkSocial's premier training room. LWT is inviting business executives and members of senior leadership teams to a fun and interactive four-day workshop. It will be led by LWT Master Facilitator Danette Fenton-Menzies and Facilitator Shantanu Mohan.

Shantanu Mohan says, "The Lead Without A Title system is specifically designed to supercharge businesses and inspire people to take in every level of their lives. When we have better awareness around who we are, we will start making better choices; and when we start making better choices; we will achieve better results."

Lead Without A Title(TM) has been implemented in major businesses, including IBM, Starbucks, Citigroup, Microsoft and more. Since it was introduced, these companies have undergone dramatic turn-arounds as evidenced in increased profits and improved innovation. Within the United States, the LWT system has typically only been shared with major companies through an organized corporate program. For the first time, LWT America will be hosting their open program at WorkSocial's newest training room. WorkSocial is the leading coworking organization in Jersey City, N.J.

Organizations around the globe are looking for more than just speaking events to achieve exponential growth. Companies are looking for initiatives that can be implemented across the organization. Corporate changes need to be consistent, coordinated and constantly updated. Robin Sharma has it right and he is brilliant at developing content that works.

Mohan has attended several of Robin's events and according to Mohan, "LWT is the best."

Companies are looking for a process that works, Robin's work has a stickiness factor, that makes it effective. LWT classes are interactive, fun and open up areas or gaps in the first day.

During this event, attendees will have the opportunity to work with other leaders of the business community. Small groups will be formed, in which each will go through the eight modules of the Lead Without A Title(TM) system. Created by renowned leadership expert and best-selling author, Robin Sharma, the LWT system offers solutions for individuals who want to lead and become the best in their industry.

More information about the program can be viewed at http://www.leadwithouttitle.us/.

Interested entrepreneurs and business executives should register by September 20, 2017.

Visit http://www.leadwithouttitle.us to view the event schedule and reserve your seat, which sounds more like a ride to the top.

About LWT America, LLC:

LWT America, LLC is a New Jersey based team working in conjunction with Lead Without A Title(TM) Global, Inc. based in Toronto, Canada.

The Lead Without A Title(TM) system has been carefully constructed using concepts and ideas from Robin Sharma's global best seller, "The Leader Who Had No Title" (Simon & Schuster New York, NY), and from material from Robin Sharma's speaking events, individual coaching and corporate clients.

Lead Without A Title(TM) encourages people of all levels to lead where they are. Attendees of a LWT program gain sustainable learning and relevant skills, which encourages them to increase productivity and become a part of the solution.

For more information about the Lead Without A Title(TM) system, go to http://leadwithouttitle.us

Contact Information:
Jillian Jamison
LWT America, LLC
http://leadwithouttitle.us
201-429-7181

Lead Without A Title (LWT) offers more than just a training program or leadership class, it offers a method to achieve breakthroughs. LWT America is pleased to announce a four-day event, which will take place on October 2-5, 2017, in Jersey City at WorkSocial's premier training room. LWT is inviting business executives and members of senior leadership teams to a fun and interactive four-day workshop. It will be led by LWT Master Facilitator Danette Fenton-Menzies and Facilitator Shantanu Mohan.

Related link: http://leadwithouttitle.us/

Trudi Barton Joins The Capacity Group – an EPIC Company in Mahwah, New Jersey

MAHWAH, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property & casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Trudi Barton has joined the firm in Mahwah, New Jersey as part of The Capacity Group - an EPIC Company.

A results-oriented leader with extensive business development, operations and client relationship management experience spanning more than 20 years, Barton joins as Vice President of Special Projects, reporting to Carl Gerson, Managing Principal.

Barton was most recently with Key Insurance and Benefits Services in Syracuse, N.Y. (formerly First Niagara Risk Management) where she served as Assistant Vice President, Commercial Lines Manager.

Said Carl Gerson, "I have had the pleasure of knowing and working with Trudi for many years. She is a committed and capable professional, whose experience and ability is extensive. I am excited to have her as an integral part of the Capacity/EPIC team. Trudi's expertise in operational process improvement will be of significant value in positioning our company and the clients we serve for future growth and success."

Barton attended Ithaca College in Ithaca, N.Y. where she earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Finance.

Trudi Barton can be reached at:
The Capacity Group - an EPIC Company
tbarton [at] capcoverage.com
201-831-2700 - Direct.

About EPIC:
EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property & casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty and sustains a high level of customer service excellence. EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a "Best Place to Work" in multiple regions and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally.

EPIC now has more than 1,000 team members operating from offices across the U.S., providing Property Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to more than 20,000 clients.

With run rate revenues approaching $300 million, EPIC ranks among the top 20 retail insurance brokers in the United States. Soon to be backed by Oak Hill Capital Partners, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country.

For additional information, please visit http://www.epicbrokers.com/.

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EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property and casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Trudi Barton has joined the firm in Mahwah, New Jersey as part of The Capacity Group - an EPIC Company.

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

Move For Hunger receives 2017 JL Simmons Non-Profit PR Grant, Fifth Year in a Row

ASBURY PARK, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- Move For Hunger, a 501(c)(3) that mobilizes the relocation industry to reduce food waste and fight hunger, today announced that it has again been selected to receive the J.L. Simmons Non-Profit PR Grant for 2017/18. The Grant, launched in 2000 by Neotrope(R) helps worthy causes raise visibility to media and public for the charity's good works.

With this commitment, Neotrope again aligns itself with Move For Hunger's ongoing innovative programs to reduce food waste and fight hunger. To date, the non-profit's network of relocation professionals has collected and delivered nearly 9 million pounds of food - providing more than 7 million meals - to food banks and pantries across North America.

As part of this in-kind grant program, Neotrope(R) is providing news dissemination (through its Send2Press(R) Newswire service), and social media marketing for Move For Hunger for 12 months starting in 2017 and running into 2018. This program is intended to help raise awareness of the charity to traditional media, to the public, as well as potential sponsors and donors, regarding their efforts.

"Families and individuals from all walks of life in the United States and Canada are affected by food insecurity. It's a growing problem that affects every community," says Adam Lowy, Executive Director and Founder of Move For Hunger. "With the support of companies like Neotrope - and the 750 relocation companies in our network - we can continue to rescue food and provide meals to our neighbors in need. We appreciate Neotrope's ongoing commitment to helping us promote these efforts."

"We're honored in once again providing this service grant to the folks at Move For Hunger," said Neotrope CEO, Christopher Laird Simmons. "Over the years we have been proud and in awe of how the organization has rapidly grown and expanded programs helping the homeless through their innovative partnerships with the moving and transport industry."

About Move For Hunger:

Move For Hunger is a non-profit organization that mobilizes the relocation industry to fight hunger and reduce food waste. In addition to collecting food from people who are moving to new homes, Move For Hunger helps companies and individuals across the United States and Canada organize successful food drives. To date, they have collected more than 8 million pounds of food.

For more information, or to find out how you can host your own food drive, visit https://www.MoveForHunger.org/.

About the Non-Profit PR Grant:

The Non-Profit PR Grant(TM) program was originally launched in 2000 to help assist U.S. 501(c)(3) charities and their worthy causes to raise awareness, attract halo sponsors, and better connect with donors and volunteers. Other PR industry firms have since copied the name, but ours is the original.

Starting in 2013, the PR Grant was re-named after the company co-founder, the late Dr. J.L. Simmons, PhD, who passed away in 2003. Now the Neotrope PR Grants program is known as the "J.L. Simmons Non-Profit PR Grant."

With this cause-related marketing grant program, Neotrope has been honored to help many worthy causes in past years, including the Bob Moog Foundation, C Diff Foundation, Children Awaiting Parents, Girls Write Now, Move for Hunger, Pacific Pinball Museum, The Native Voices Foundation, Special Equestrians, Starlight Children's Foundation, World Savvy and dozens more (use of any org name does not imply endorsement).

Additional information regarding the Neotrope 2017 J.L. Simmons Non-Profit PR Grant program for U.S. charitable non-profits and grant recipients can be found at: https://prgrants.com/ or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/NonProfitPRGrants.

About Neotrope:
Since 1983 Neotrope(R) has delivered services to raise organization awareness including brand identity, marketing, public relations (PR), and SEO services. Neotrope is also an entertainment publishing company involved in books, music, software, and online magazines. The company pioneered the concept of search optimization of press release content back in 1997 and has been at the forefront of many communication and technology movements for over three decades. Neotrope was an Inc. 5000 company in 2009 and is a member of GS1. More information: https://Neotrope.com.

All deliverables provided under the PR Grant for 2017/18 will be managed and delivered by Neotrope's Send2Press(R) Newswire service. Learn more at: https://www.send2press.com/.

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Move For Hunger, a 501(c)(3) that mobilizes the relocation industry to reduce food waste and fight hunger, today announced that it has again been selected to receive the J.L. Simmons Non-Profit PR Grant for 2017/18. The Grant, launched in 2000 by Neotrope helps worthy causes raise visibility to media and public for the charity's good works.

Related link: https://moveforhunger.org/

The John Maxwell Company held The 5 Levels of Leadership Workshop at WorkSocial

JERSEY CITY, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- WorkSocial, Jersey City's premier coworking and shared office space, is excited to announce they were the official host of John Maxwell's leadership workshop. On June 28, 2017, The John Maxwell Company brought "The 5 Levels of Leadership" Workshop to the area. The event was held in WorkSocial's newly-opened training space located at 111 Town Square Place, Jersey City, NJ 07310.

"We are so excited to have been able to host The John Maxwell Company's leadership workshop," said Natasha Mohan of WorkSocial. "Dr. Maxwell has been a prominent voice on the subject of leadership culture development for many years, and we were thrilled for the opportunity to have them at WorkSocial.

"This workshop also happens to be one of the first to be held in our new training space, and our team was ready to provide those attending the full, next-level WorkSocial experience as they gain tremendous insight on life and leadership from one of the world's most influential people."

Those who attended the "5 Levels of Leadership" workshop learned how to develop a leadership culture that infuses a common leadership language the entire organization can speak and understand, quickly shift the culture from positional and title-driven to relational and influence-driven, and develop a framework for consistently reproducing leaders. For more information on the workshop, visit http://johnmaxwellcompany.com/.

Mohan went on to say, "For those who have never attended any John Maxwell leadership workshops, it's safe to say that they were in for a treat. We love the fact that The John Maxwell Company is driven by the same values and goals as we are - helping entrepreneurs create something more than just a business as they strive to build companies that positively impact both their team and the world around them. For us, there's nothing more exciting than that."

Visit https://www.worksocial.works/ to learn more about WorkSocial's new training room rental for corporate workshops.

About WorkSocial:
WorkSocial is a premier coworking and shared office space located in the heart of downtown Jersey City. WorkSocial creates unique experiences that redefine one's work life by bringing wellness, happiness, and leadership to the workday. WorkSocial provides access to everything one needs in order to work efficiently, productively, healthily, and happily.

Media Contact:
WorkSocial Team
111 Town Square Place
Jersey City, NJ 07310
Telephone: (201) 293-7475
Email: info@worksocial.works
Website: www.worksocial.works

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WorkSocial, Jersey City's premier coworking and shared office space, is excited to announce they were the official host of John Maxwell's leadership workshop. On June 28, 2017, The John Maxwell Company brought "The 5 Levels of Leadership" Workshop to the area. The event was held in WorkSocial's newly-opened training space.

Related link: https://www.worksocial.works/

Political Pot Prisoner Ed Forchion Ends Hunger Strike, Secures Bail Detention Hearing

TRENTON, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- For over 125 days, New Jersey's most prominent cannabis and bail reform activist Ed Forchion aka NJ Weedman, has languished in a Mercer County cell, held with no bail. On Wednesday, July 12, and Thursday, July 13, at 1 p.m. Forchion finally gets his day in court per a Bail Detention Hearing. Mercer County Court is located at 400 South Warren St in Trenton. Media and supporters are encouraged to attend.

It is sure to be a pivotal moment as new bail law reformists and cannabis activists around the world will be taking notice. Forchion, who is a jury nullification advocate, will represent himself in court.

As one of the more vocal casualties of New Jersey's controversial New Bail Reform law, Forchion's case has garnered international attention as the ethics of the law are being publicly debated. Under the state's new law, which went into effect January 1, officials cite that certain conditions can warrant pre-trial detention, like danger to the community, flight risk or threat to a witness. Opponents, including a wide contingency of bail bond agents, argue that the law denies defendants their constitutional right to bail.

NJ Weedman, the noted "Super Hero of the Potheads" recently ended a two week plus "Hunger Strike for Bail" at the prompting of celebrity bondsman / bounty hunter, Duane "Dog" Chapman, star of the reality TV show, "Dog the Bounty Hunter." Forchion initiated the strike to call national media attention to the New Jersey New Bail Reform Law. With the divisive law inciting a massive uproar, Chapman is positioned as one of its outspoken challengers. Chapman and his wife recently traveled from Hawaii to speak at a town hall meeting on bail reform in Edgewater, NJ and made trips to the Statehouse in Trenton as well, speaking in front of a panel regarding the New Bail Reform. Governor Chris Christie refused to meet with them.

Cites Forchion, "This isn't about cannabis it is about the constitution. For over 200 years The US Constitution guaranteed bail and now Governor Chris Christie has eviscerated it with the NJ Bail Reform Act. I am a political prisoner that has been unconstitutionally detained since March 3, 2017."

Forchion's long standing battle for marijuana law reform has been documented for over two decades. Considered by many as the "grandfather of marijuana reform in New Jersey," Forchion is a bone cancer patient who states he needs marijuana for his symptoms.

This most recent detainment stems from an early March arrest related to witness tampering. Forchion, after learning the name of a confidential informant, posted the information, with his lawyer's clearance, on Facebook. The original charges against Forchion were related to a raid last year on the popular New Jersey eatery, NJWeedman's Joint. Forchion co-owns the restaurant with his partner, Debi Madaio.

To keep abreast of Ed Forchion's battle, follow his page on Facebook at "Ed Forchion." Concerned citizens can support the cause with contributions to his PayPal account at NJWeedmans_Joint@yahoo.com.

A barbeque fundraiser and birthday celebration is scheduled for Ed Forchion on his birthday, at 4:20 p.m. ET on July 23 at NJWeedman's Joint at 322 E. State St. in Trenton, NJ. Follow NJWeedman's Joint on Facebook at "NJWeedman's Joint" for updates and details.

Check out the footage of medical marijuana mom activist Debi Madaio as she campaigns for Forchion's support at the Bounty Hunter's Bail Reform Town Hall Meeting with Duane "Dog" Chapman at https://youtu.be/4N7R4h-iiyM.

Edward Forchion (NJweedman) on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NJWEEDMAN

Media Contact:
Makeda Smith
Jazzmyne Public Relations
makeda@jazzmynepr.com
Phone: 323-380-8819

For over 125 days, New Jersey's most prominent cannabis and bail reform activist Ed Forchion aka NJ Weedman, has languished in a Mercer County cell, held with no bail. On Wednesday, July 12, and Thursday, July 13, at 1 p.m. Forchion finally gets his day in court per a Bail Detention Hearing. Mercer County Court is located at 400 South Warren St in Trenton. Media and supporters are encouraged to attend.

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

Two EPIC Insurance Consultants Recognized Among the 30 Most Influential Women in Benefit Advising

MAHWAH, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Principal Susan L. Combs and Senior Vice President Suzanne McGarey have been recognized among Employee Benefit Adviser's "2017 Most Influential Women in Benefit Advising."

The 2017 Most Influential Women in Benefit Advising list highlights national benefits consulting leaders who stood out in a large field of highly qualified nominees for both personal and professional reasons.

Susan L. Combs, Principal of The Capacity Group - an EPIC Company, served as the youngest president of Women in Insurance and Financial Services (WIFS) in the group's 81 year history. A strong advocate of bringing more women into the benefits advising field, Combs was instrumental in establishing WIFS's national mentorship program.

Suzanne McGarey, senior vice president of Ascende - a Division of EPIC, has helped to lead Ascende's health and welfare team for more than a decade, working to differentiate the company through industry specific benefits benchmarking surveys and other business intelligence initiatives, as well as defining best practice in compliance advisory services.

"We are pleased and proud that these extraordinary EPIC women have been recognized among the 2017 Most Influential Women in Benefit Advising," said John Hahn, CEO of EPIC. "To have two of our consultants included in this small, elite group nationally is a wonderful accomplishment, which speaks to the character and ability of both the women and men who choose to make EPIC their business home."

See the full list of the 2017 Most Influential Women in Benefits Advising here: https://www.employeebenefitadviser.com/slideshow/ebas-2017-most-influential-women-in-benefit-advising

About EPIC:
EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property & casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty and sustains a high level of customer service excellence. EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a "Best Place to Work" in multiple regions and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally.

EPIC now has more than 1,000 team members operating from offices across the U.S., providing Property Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to more than 20,000 clients.

With run rate revenues approaching $300 million, EPIC ranks among the top 20 retail insurance brokers in the United States. Backed by the Carlyle Group, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country.

For additional information, please visit http://www.epicbrokers.com/.

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EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Principal Susan L. Combs and Senior Vice President Suzanne McGarey have been recognized among Employee Benefit Adviser's "2017 Most Influential Women in Benefit Advising."

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

New Jersey Political Prisoner NJ Weedman Does ‘Hunger Strike for Bail’ from Mercer County Jail

TRENTON, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- Is orange the new green? Cannabis activist, cancer patient and self-proclaimed "Superhero of the Potheads" Ed Forchion aka "NJ Weedman" might well be pondering this dilemma as he sits out his "Hunger Strike for Bail" protest in New Jersey's Mercer County Jail.

The free speech activist was originally incarcerated on March 3, 2017 and is being held without bail on charges of witness tampering. Forchion has since filed a Federal Writ of Habeas Corpus in U.S. Federal District Court of Trenton New Jersey (Case No. 317CV02669PGS) claiming a tragic violation of his civil rights under New Jersey's new bail reform laws. Forchion has gone without food for over 11 days.

The charges were filed after Forchion, per the approval of his former attorney, posted the name and photo of a police informant on his Facebook page, requesting the public to help him find information on the man. Forchion believed the individual was a paid informant, hired by the Trenton Police, to build a drug case against him. Under New Jersey's new bail reform laws, which went into effect January 1, officials cite that certain conditions can warrant pre-trial detention, like danger to the community, flight risk or threat to a witness.

"I am a peaceful, proud and patriotic pothead," cites Forchion. "Yet I have sat here for over 100 days in a cell while watching real criminals, like murderers and rapists, get released daily on bail. Nothing I did was illegal," Forchion has stated from jail. "Nothing I did was wrong. In fact, I actually thought I was in accordance with the law per the advice of my attorney." (Forchion's attorney has since been removed from the case per his own request.)

Forchion's long standing battle for marijuana law reform has been documented for over two decades. Considered by many as the "grandfather of marijuana reform in New Jersey," Forchion is a bone cancer patient who states he needs marijuana for his symptoms. Forchion's most recent travails with the Trenton Police Department have shined an international media spotlight on the state's current cannabis policy. Forchion contends he is political prisoner due to the "politics of pot Jersey style."

Amongst his many trials and tribulations over the years, Forchion pleaded guilty in 2000 to charges of conspiracy to distribute and marijuana possession and was released on parole after serving 18 months on a reduced sentence. He was arrested again in Burlington County, N.J., in 2010 on marijuana possession and distribution charges. He has fought those charges. Forchion argued his medical condition gave him a "medical necessity" defense to possess and appealed the decision to the NJ Supreme Court and the U.S. Supreme Court.

Forchion achieved Hollywood notoriety when he opened a marijuana dispensary in Los Angeles in 2008, saying it was a temple that used marijuana as part of its religious ceremonies. The California temple was shut down after a federal drug raid in 2011.

Currently Forchion, a Rastafarian, is the co-owner of New Jersey's only cannabis-themed restaurant, NJWeedman's Joint and a spiritual sanctuary, Liberty Bell Temple III, located directly across from New Jersey's Trenton City Hall. He opened the businesses, alongside his partner, medical marijuana mom activist and registered nurse, Debi Madaio. The restaurant and sanctuary receive not only a steady stream of customers but also worldwide media attention.

Follow Ed Forchion's court case on Facebook at "Ed Forchion". Concerned citizens can support the cause with contributions to his PayPal account at NJWeedmans_Joint@yahoo.com.

Witness the most recent court proceedings at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NJexiSU0SFE and check for Debi Madaio's interview about the matter on New York's PIX11 at http://pix11.com/2017/06/19/nj-nurse-with-adopted-son-who-suffers-from-seizures-calls-for-less-strict-marijuana-laws/ .

A barbeque fundraiser and birthday celebration is scheduled for Ed Forchion on his birthday, July 23 at NJWeedman's Joint at 322 E. State St. in Trenton, N.J. Follow NJWeedman's Joint on Facebook at "NJWeedman's Joint" for updates and details.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Makeda Smith
Jazzmyne Public Relations
makeda@jazzmynepr.com
323-380-8819

Is orange the new green? Cannabis activist, cancer patient and self-proclaimed "Superhero of the Potheads" Ed Forchion aka "NJ Weedman" might well be pondering this dilemma as he sits out his "Hunger Strike for Bail" protest in New Jersey's Mercer County Jail.

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

Capacity Partners with Lightning Pick for a Brighter Fulfillment Solution

NORTH BRUNSWICK, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- Capacity LLC, trusted leaders in order fulfillment, e-commerce, and electronic data interchange (EDI), has partnered with Wisconsin-based automation experts Lightning Pick to bring a new fulfillment solution to clients.

As the fulfillment partner of choice for household names and global brands, Capacity handles thousands of ecommerce orders every hour. Having passed the 10 million order mark in 2016 - and with a view to managing future demand - Capacity's leadership team chose to invest in Lightning Pick's "Pick-to-Light Cart/Put-to-Light" system. By combining scan-and-pick carts with put walls, this tailored e-commerce solution maximizes Capacity's speed and accuracy for its ecommerce clients.

"With the newly installed system we are scanning each unit twice, all but eliminating our error rates," says Thom Campbell, Chief Strategy Officer and Co-Founder of Capacity LLC. "We are just beginning to mine the data surrounding our productivity but on a maximum throughput day, when we are working shifts around the clock, we are getting as many as 1,000 e-commerce orders through the put wall in any given hour."

The decision to implement light-directed order picking technologies is already paying off for Capacity, and its clients. Fulfillment teams using the new system report a marked increase in throughput from 2,500 orders per day (for a top client) to 12,000 orders per normal work day and more during extended shifts. The availability of real-time productivity data and minimal training required to use the system are additional benefits that enhance Capacity's comprehensive fulfillment solution for clients.

With the new solution installed and another peak season on the horizon, the Capacity team is excited to put the Lightning Pick system through its paces during the busiest time of year. Meeting the latest surge in customer demand is a challenge every year. Partnering with Lightning Pick, Capacity is better prepared than ever to deliver the goods.

For more information about Capacity, visit http://www.capacityllc.com/.

Anyone interested in discussing outsourcing order fulfillment can also contact Capacity's fulfillment experts online at http://www.capacityllc.com/contact, or call (732) 745-7770 and select option 3.

About Capacity LLC:

Since 1999, Capacity LLC has been offering expert order fulfillment services, warehousing, value-added services, assembly services, and technology solutions to businesses nationwide. Capacity LLC provides a bicoastal fulfillment solution, from six facilities in North Brunswick, N.J., and a seventh in City of Industry, Calif. These strategic locations on both coasts allow for reduced transit times, cost-effective shipping, and more flexible transportation solutions. All four facilities are close to the major ports of Los Angeles/Long Beach and Newark/New York.

Capacity LLC is cGMP certified, operates FDA registered facilities, and is NJ & CA State Board of Health approved food grade. Capacity LLC provides domestic and international distribution to companies of all sizes, from startups to household name brands who ship around the world.

Media Contact:
Rich Reba, Marketing Director
info@capacityllc.com
732-745-7770 x224

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Capacity LLC, trusted leaders in order fulfillment, e-commerce, and electronic data interchange (EDI), has partnered with Wisconsin-based automation experts Lightning Pick to bring a new fulfillment solution to clients.

NJ Manufacturing Extension Program Summit Sparks Creation of Senate Manufacturing Caucus

CEDAR KNOLLS, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- New Jersey Manufacturing Extension Program (NJMEP) congratulated President of the New Jersey Senate, Steve Sweeney, today on the formation of a Senate Manufacturing Caucus that will be charged with developing legislation and other programs to make New Jersey a more competitive environment for the Garden State's 10,552 manufacturers.

The Caucus grew out of discussions between NJMEP and teammate New Jersey Business and Industry Association (NJBIA), and was highlighted at NJMEPs first ever State-of-the-State - NJ Manufacturing event that brought together New Jersey legislators and manufacturers in late March. It will be headed by Senator Bob Gordon.

"When we decided to bring together leading manufacturing businesses in New Jersey with legislators throughout the state, we were confident that it would spark discussions between the two and lead to intensified efforts just like this, to reaffirm New Jersey's leading position in the manufacturing industry and to create positive job growth for the state," said John W. Kennedy, Ph.D., NJMEP Chief Executive Officer.

"We salute Senate President Steve Sweeney for taking the lead, and we support Senator Bob Gordon as he steps into this critical role in a $45+ Billion Industry for New Jersey. Lastly it is always a plus for us to team with NJBIA, as their ability to create cooperatives of this type is unparalleled in our State," concluded Kennedy.

Sweeney made the announcement at the New Jersey Business and Industry Association's "Meet the Decision Makers" event this week.

Senator Gordon is especially well poised to chair the Caucus, not only because of his extensive legislative experience, but his experience in the manufacturing industry as well. Gordon managed a family-owned textile mill in Paterson and has a decade of experience in business strategy and process re-engineering.

About NJMEP:

NJMEP is a private, not-for-profit organization that improves the profitability and competitiveness of New Jersey's manufacturers. Backed by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), NJMEP enables organizations to enhance their productivity and efficiencies, reduce costs and improve employee performance. For more than 20 years, NJMEP has used its extensive network of connections and proven track record of success to help manufacturers adapt to the latest innovative technologies and best practices to realize more than $3.4 billion in value and 28,000+ jobs saved and/or added since the year 2000.

Our service areas are categorized into the following three areas: Operational Excellence, Innovation and Growth Strategies, and Workforce Development.

More information: https://www.njmep.org/.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Jeanine Wilson
(917) 841-8565
jwilson@wmediagroup.com

New Jersey Manufacturing Extension Program (NJMEP) congratulated President of the New Jersey Senate, Steve Sweeney, today on the formation of a Senate Manufacturing Caucus that will be charged with developing legislation and other programs to make New Jersey a more competitive environment for the Garden State's 10,552 manufacturers.

Family Promise of Morris County Recognized with Chamber of Commerce Non-For-Profit Excellence Award

MORRIS COUNTY, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- On April 20, Family Promise of Morris County was recognized with an Innovative Program Award at the Morris County Chamber of Commerce's Annual Not-for-Profit Conference held at the Wyndham Hamilton Park in Florham Park.

Family Promise of Morris County (FPMC) is a non-profit dedicated to assisting homeless families living in Morris County, N.J. Through FPMC programs, area homeless families are given shelter and the necessary skills to improve their condition - with the ultimate goal of securing them jobs, housing and new lives.

Each year, the Morris County Chamber of Commerce Not-For-Profit Excellence awards recognize organizations and volunteers who exemplify excellence in innovation and leadership.

At this year's Chamber of Commerce ceremony, FPMC received the "Innovative Program" award (for organizations with revenue under $1 million) for its Our Promise Drop-In Center, located at 51 Washington Street in Morristown. The center provides phone and computer access, a mailing address, restrooms, warming/cooling center, information and referrals to other agencies, linkage to medical and dental services, case management, systems advocacy and more.

In accepting the award, Joann Bjornson, Executive Director of Family Promise of Morris County said, "Homelessness is a heart-breaking and devastating condition that affects individuals, families and children. The causes are wide-raging, but regardless of cause - our response to those in crisis defines us as individuals and communities. Our Promise was created to fill a gap and meet the needs of those experiencing homelessness. Most importantly, we sought to change the landscape of Morristown by increasing the access to services."

The Our Promise Drop-In Center program is based out of First Baptist Church of Morristown (51 Washington Street). It is open Monday to Friday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

About Family Promise of Morris County:

Family Promise of Morris County is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to ending the crisis of homelessness faced by Morris County families. By partnering with other public and private agencies, religious congregations and mobilizing over 1600 community volunteers, FPMC provides shelter, case management and a continuum of services leading to self-sufficiency. In 2016, FPMC had an 89 percent success rate of clients getting and maintaining housing. 93 percent of every dollar FPMC receives directly supports children and their families. FPMC is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

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

On April 20, Family Promise of Morris County was recognized with an Innovative Program Award at the Morris County Chamber of Commerce's Annual Not-for-Profit Conference held at the Wyndham Hamilton Park in Florham Park.

DJ SPLASH Expands to Full-Service for Weddings and Special Events

MONTVILLE, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- DJ Splash, a premier entertainment service for weddings, corporate events and private parties across the New Jersey/New York Metro area, is now offering one stop shopping for wedding and special events with new expanded services including: a full photo and video production department, event lighting crew and photo booths.

Owner Frank Romaine explains, "DJ Splash has done thousands of weddings and by expanding to a full service company we hope to broaden our base and make party planning even easier for our clients. Instead of having to run all over town, our clients can plan everything at once with us making the planning process so much easier and faster."

The lighting division has over 20 years of lighting, entertainment, and decor experience and offers the latest in LED up-lighting, monograms, draping, DJ entertainment, pinspots, dance floor lighting, and more. The team can also design any event based on customer ideas.

Likewise, the photography division specializes in the personal touch with experienced team photographers having photographed weddings for cast members of the Real House Wives of New Jersey, as well as location weddings in Italy, Switzerland, and the Bahamas.

Romaine explains, "The music we play really livens up the party and people have a great time, and the photography captures those memories forever. This team of photographers is so creative and friendly that it's a perfect fit for our DJ team. We are so happy to have these guys on board!"

DJ Splash has also extended services to include open-air or enclosed style photo booths that include fun props, HD camera, backdrop, and custom designs. With video booth, social media, #hashtag printing true booths are state-of-the-art.

DJ Splash is located in Northern N.J. and has over 20 years of experience. DJ Joey C is also available for special events.

Learn more at: http://www.djsplash.com/

CONTACT:
DJ Splash
973-722-3285, fjromaine@aol.com

DJ Splash, a premier entertainment service for weddings, corporate events and private parties across the New Jersey/New York Metro area, is now offering one stop shopping for wedding and special events with new expanded services including: a full photo and video production department, event lighting crew and photo booths.

How the Latest Bait and Switch Carpet Cleaning Scam Can Lead to Burglary, Home Invasion and Identity Theft

HAMILTON, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- Just as sure as the sunrise, it's guaranteed to happen every Spring. They promise to clean all the carpets in your house for $59. Sound too good to be true? It probably is, says the top exec at AllstateCleaning.com in Hamilton, New Jersey. To make matters worse, they finally show up - three hours late - in a beat-up pickup truck with no company name, and hop out in torn jeans and a soiled tee-shirt. Then you realize it: you've been the victim of a bait and switch campaign.

What is bait and switch? Bait and switch scams work like this: a company advertises cleaning a roomful of carpet for a ridiculously low price. When they arrive, they inform you the price they quoted is only for the traffic lanes and doesn't include any cleaning chemicals.

"That's like taking a bath with no soap," says senior textile inspector Rodney Mortillaro at AllstateCleaning.com.

So you agree to pay extra for the chemicals because you are thankful someone showed up. In the end, the final bill ends up costing you hundreds of dollars. Another typical scam is hearing that a company will clean a set amount of rooms for a very low price (like 5 rooms for $49). After they begin, you discover a linen closet, hallway, foyer, or regular closet counts as a room, and you wind up paying a lot more than you thought you would. Bait-and-switch scams are especially targeted at the elderly. Seniors are more likely to be intimidated by high pressure tactics and by someone who "promises" to give then a good deal.

The latest carpet cleaning ruse is promoted through deal-of-the-day websites. That's where you're offered 3 rooms of carpet cleaning for $50. To take advantage of this offer, you have to prepay for a non-refundable certificate that expires in 90 days. Also, the website that makes the offer IS NOT responsible for the quality of the work. Plus all sales are final. What you don't know is that most companies that do this went into business yesterday.

Then, they have to give half of the $50 or $25 to the deal-of-the-day websites. Do you really think that they can afford to clean 3 rooms of carpets in your house for $25 and still make a profit? Of course not. Most of the time, they don't even show up for appointments. If they do show up, then they'll tell you that you're going to get a quick dash and splash job that just uses water.

If you want a better job, you'll have to fork up more money for them to use a cleaning chemical. Or they get so many calls, they'll book you out three months in advance and then the certificate expires. If they do show up, the job won't be guaranteed. If you complain about them to the Better Business Bureau, , Yelp or Google+, that's OK. They'll be in business tomorrow under another name as quick as you can change your socks. Then they'll do it all over again.

One reason why they may clean for such a low price is the cleaners might be gang members or illegal aliens with criminal records. Entering your home allows them to "case" your home to plan a future burglary or home invasion. Also, they may sell your credit card information to an identity theft ring.

So how can you avoid a becoming a crime victim or being scammed by a bait and switch carpet cleaner? The best protection against bait and switch is to ask some pointed questions before the cleaner arrives at your home. Call several local cleaning companies. If the company cannot answer simple questions, move on to another company. Remember, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

Here are 9 questions you should ask:

1. Are you certified in carpet cleaning? If not, what type of formal training do you have?
2. How many years has your company been in business? (The longer, the better.)
3. Can you provide a link to consumer online reviews or references I can call?
4. Is your company drug, alcohol and criminal free? (Companies that don't screen their employees can put you and your loved ones at risk. To be on the safe side, DO NOT deal with companies or cleaners who don't pre-screen and drug test their employees and who are not bonded.)
5. Can you provide proof of insurance and a business license?
6. What steps will be included in your cleaning process?
7. How long will it take for the carpet to dry?
8. Do you offer free, no-obligation, on-site written quotations? Do you offer a written, satisfaction or money back guarantee?
9. Can you verify that your cleaning solutions are safe for my family and my pets?

"When you have decided on a cleaner, make sure you pay your bill with a major credit card. Sometimes it's difficult getting a cleaner to come back to fix a problem after you've paid the bill. Paying by credit card will give you an option to dispute the bill if the problem is not resolved to your satisfaction," says Mortillaro.

About AllstateCleaning.com:
Based in Hamilton, N.J., AllstateCleaning.com is Central Jersey's leading certified organic carpet cleaning, upholstery cleaning, drapery cleaning and floor cleaning company. The firm is a family-owned, criminal-, drug- and alcohol-free organization. The company is a member of the Institute Of Inspection Cleaning & Restoration Certification, the International Cleaning Restoration Association and the Carpet & Rug Institute's green seal of approval program. Over the last three decades, almost every major carpet mill, hard flooring manufacturer, and nationally recognized concerns across the nation has engaged its services. They have an IICRC Certified Master Restorer and Senior Textile Flooring Inspector on staff and offer certified textile and flooring inspections, lab analysis and court testimony.

More information: http://allstatecleaning.com/.

*PHOTO Caption: "Nightmare carpet cleaner."

Just as sure as the sunrise, it's guaranteed to happen every Spring. They promise to clean all the carpets in your house for $59. Sound too good to be true? It probably is, says the top exec at AllstateCleaning.com in Hamilton, New Jersey. To make matters worse, they finally show up - three hours late - in a beat-up pickup truck with no company name, and hop out in torn jeans and a soiled tee-shirt. Then you realize it: you've been the victim of a bait and switch campaign.

The Capacity Group – an EPIC Company adds Jeanne Braun as President of Health Care Strategy Group

MAHWAH, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- Capacity Group of NY LLC (CGNY), a division of The Capacity Group - an EPIC Company and a retail property & casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefit consultant, announced today that Jeanne Braun has joined the firm as president of CGNY's newly established Health Care Strategy Group.

Braun will be responsible for new business development, program design and management and coverage placement. She will oversee CGNY's delivery of products, services and solutions to clients in the healthcare industry, in collaboration with EPIC teams serving healthcare professionals across the nation. Braun will report to Rob Salem, President of CGNY.

With a career spanning more than 25 years working in the medical professional liability sector, Braun has an extensive background in healthcare, both as a hospital administrator and an Executive Vice President of a medical professional liability insurance company where she developed specialty programs for hospitals, medical facilities and large doctor groups.

Said Braun, "As a part of EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, The Capacity Group - already one of the largest privately-held insurance brokers in the country - now has access to the broad resources and global reach of a Top 20 U.S. retail insurance broker. Our combined organizations share similar beliefs and values, and understand the importance of comprehensive risk management support and client service excellence, particularly in view of the many changes continuing to impact the health care industry. This is an exciting time to be EPIC."

Jeanne Braun can be reached at:
Capacity Group of NY
jbraun@braunstrategies.com
516-277-8368

About The Capacity Group - an EPIC Company:

The Capacity Group - an EPIC Company offers an expansive range of standard and customized insurance and financial products, while providing superior customer service for all types of businesses, industries, and individuals. It has a diversified insurance distribution and product platform in Retail, Wholesale and Specialty Program business, as well as all types of personal, commercial, specialty and benefits lines of business.

Headquartered in Mahwah, N.J. the firm has grown organically and through a series of acquisitions and strategic partnerships to become one of the 100 largest insurance brokerage firms in the U.S. It is currently ranked number 39 by Business Insurance magazine, and is among the Top 25 privately held brokerage firms in the U.S. according to Insurance Journal Magazine. For additional information, please visit https://capcoverage.com/.

About EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants:

EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property & casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty and sustains a high level of customer service excellence. EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a "Best Place to Work" in multiple regions across California and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally.

EPIC now has more than 1,100 team members operating from offices across the U.S., providing Property Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to more than 20,000 clients.

With roughly $280 million in run rate revenues, EPIC ranks among the top 20 retail insurance brokers in the United States. Backed by the Carlyle Group, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country. For additional information, please visit http://www.epicbrokers.com/.

MEDIA CONTACTS:
Dave Hock, of EPIC
650-295-4608
dave.hock@epicbrokers.com

Nicole Conley
408-295-4309 x104
nicole.conley@taniscomm.com

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Capacity Group of NY LLC (CGNY), a division of The Capacity Group - an EPIC Company and a retail property & casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefit consultant, announced today that Jeanne Braun has joined the firm as president of CGNY's newly established Health Care Strategy Group.

Thirty-Seven U.S. State Proclamations Raise Awareness of Mysterious Childhood Deaths

CEDAR GROVE, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- The emotional trauma associated with losing a child is overwhelming. But when that loss is combined with a total lack of explanation, grief can become far more complicated, says the SUDC Foundation. Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC) is the sudden unexplained death of a child over the age of one which remains unexplained after a thorough case investigation is conducted.

It is not a diagnosis but a category of death that eludes our scientific understanding today. In 2015, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that 393 children between the ages of 1 and 19 years died without a clear explanation for their death. The majority of SUDC deaths affect children aged 1-4 years.

"It is a frightening statistic, especially since SUDC often occurs in otherwise healthy children during sleep-time," explained Laura Crandall, co-founder and President of the SUDC Foundation, which is dedicated to increasing awareness, funding crucial research and the prevention of SUDC.

The Foundation is the only organization worldwide devoted solely to the needs of families and professionals affected by childhood sudden death.

When Devon and Georgia Boswell lost their precious son Drew on March 12, 2014, at the age of 15 months, they were devastated. "When we lost Drew, we felt all our dreams for the future slip through our fingers. How could our healthy 15 month-old, simply not wake up," a question Georgia Boswell still asks today.

Their friend, Christina Grantham, was also shocked by the inexplicable death of little Drew. She joined forces with the SUDC Foundation to improve the country's awareness of this little known tragedy. In 2016, she spearheaded the first nationwide awareness campaign in the U.S. to proclaim SUDC Awareness month to educate the public and raise funds for crucial research. Twenty-six U.S. states signed on.

"It has been an honor to work with Christina Grantham - a tireless volunteer in the fight to understand and prevent SUDC. Her dedication is not only a reflection of her love for Drew, but also her love for all children," states Lorri Caffrey, Co-founder of the SUDC Foundation.

In 2017, with the coordinated efforts of Christina and bereaved parents across the U.S., the campaign continues to grow. To date, thirty-seven (37) U.S. State Legislatures have issued proclamations that March 2017 is SUDC Awareness Month.

"Awareness is a catalyst that can allow the SUDC Foundation to reach more families and help achieve the end goal of a world without sudden unexplained death in childhood. As Drew's Mother, I could not be prouder that his short life and the passion of Christina Grantham, and so many others, have led to success of SUDC awareness month. This initiative is not just for Drew, it is for all SUDC children. Their legacies continue to bring out the best in people each and every day," says Georgia Boswell.

For more information and to view all of the SUDC US State proclamations visit the SUDC Foundation Website at: https://sudc.org/.

About the SUDC Foundation:

The SUDC Foundation is devoted solely to the needs of professionals and families touched by the unexpected death of a child aged 12 months or older. Since its inception, the non-profit Foundation has funded crucial research, helped hundreds of families in over 16 countries, and led many advocacy efforts, including the successful passage of the Sudden Unexpected Death Data Enhancement and Awareness Act, which was signed into law by President Obama in December 2014. For more information, visit https://sudc.org/ and follow us on Twitter @SUDC.

Video (Vimeo), "Explaining the Unexplained":
https://vimeo.com/196286865

The emotional trauma associated with losing a child is overwhelming. But when that loss is combined with a total lack of explanation, grief can become far more complicated, says the SUDC Foundation. Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC) is the sudden unexplained death of a child over the age of one which remains unexplained after a thorough case investigation is conducted.

Family Promise of Morris County Recognizes Volunteer with Community Impact Award

MORRIS COUNTY, N.J., /ScoopCloud/ -- Family Promise of Morris County announced today that it will be recognizing volunteers and community service at its annual Evening of Promise event on March 30 at the Meadow Wood Manor in Randolph, N.J. Special honors this year will go to Community Impact Award winner, Becky Pruitt, who serves as Congregation Coordinator for Ledgewood Baptist Church.

The Evening of Promise Event March 30, is sponsored by Greenberg Traurig, Florham Park.

The job requires an extraordinary volunteer commitment to plan all church activities related to hosting Family Promise families, including meals and overnight stays. Her tireless commitment to helping others serves as the centerpiece of this recognition.

"The criteria for being a recipient of this award is three-fold: the impact to Family Promise and those we serve, the ability to help us advance our mission beyond our agency to help people in our community transition to self-sufficiency and finally financial support of our programs and services," said Joann Bjornson, Executive Director of Family Promise of Morris County.

In addition to her work at the church, Becky and her husband Sam have provided countless discounts and free services to help FPMC clients get their donated and late model cars in safe operating condition to support transportation needs, through their family business, Sam's Automotive Repair. Sam's Automotive is a trusted institution in the Morristown area with the family setting the standard of service and integrity. They have provided services to keep the FPMC agency vehicles running in top condition as well.

About Family Promise of Morris County:

Family Promise of Morris County (FPMC) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to ending the crisis of homelessness faced by Morris County families. By partnering with other public and private agencies, religious congregations and mobilizing over 1,600 community volunteers, FPMC provides shelter, case management and a continuum of services leading to self-sufficiency. In 2016, FPMC had an 89 percent success rate of clients getting and maintaining housing. 93 percent of every dollar FPMC receives directly supports children and their families. FPMC is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. More information: http://www.familypromisemorris.org/.

About Greenberg Traurig, LLP:

Greenberg Traurig, LLP (GTLaw) has more than 2,000 attorneys in 38 offices in the United States, Latin America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East and is celebrating its 50th anniversary. One firm worldwide, GTLaw has been recognized for its philanthropic giving, was named the second largest firm in the U.S. by Law360 in 2016, and among the Top 20 on the 2016 Am Law Global 100. Web: www.gtlaw.com Twitter: @GT_Law.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Jeanine Wilson
jwilson@wmediagroup.com
917-841-8565

Family Promise of Morris County announced today that it will be recognizing volunteers and community service at its annual Evening of Promise event on March 30 at the Meadow Wood Manor in Randolph, N.J. Special honors this year will go to Community Impact Award winner, Becky Pruitt, who serves as Congregation Coordinator for Ledgewood Baptist Church.

Bergen County’s Nunnbetter Dance Theatre Advances to The Youth America Grand Prix Dance Finals in NYC

BERGENFIELD, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- Nunnbetter Dance Theatre (NDT), one of Bergen County, New Jersey's premier dance schools, is proud to announce that all three ensemble pieces entered into the Youth America Grand Prix competition earlier this year were awarded a spot in the NYC Finals taking place April 8 and 9, 2017 in New York City.

It is an honor for any dance studio to have one piece make it through to the finals, but an absolutely amazing achievement that the NDT dancers will have the chance to compete with all three of the beautifully choreographed pieces! Awarded a spot in the finals are a classical piece (from Haydn), a contemporary piece (entitled Sand), and a high spirited boys' contemporary piece (from Broadway's "Five Guys Named Moe").

"Everyone at NDT is beyond proud of all of our dancers for this incredible accomplishment," said Ernie Prinz, NDT Company Director. "The dedication and work that the NDT dancers, teachers, and choreographers have put into creating and perfecting these pieces is truly wonderful."

Youth America Grand Prix (YAGP) is the world's largest global network of dance. By the time the YAGP finalists arrive in NYC for the April finals, there will have been preliminary competitions in over two dozen cities worldwide featuring thousands of dance pieces. To date, over 50,000 dancers have participated in YAGP's workshops, scholarship auditions and master classes worldwide.

In addition to the accolades the NDT ensemble pieces received at the regional YAGP competition, three NDT dancers who entered as soloists in the competition were recognized with scholarships and other awards. Erin Aslami, a native of Tenafly, placed in the top 12 in both the Senior Classical Soloist and Senior Contemporary Soloist categories and was offered a scholarship to the UNCSA summer program with an invitation to the UNCSA undergraduate program. Cecilia Hernandez placed in the top 12 in the Junior Classical Soloist division and Lillian Smith was invited to the NCSA Summer and Full Year program. Both young women are residents of Teaneck.

NDT is proud of the students who have worked so hard in their classes and the accomplished teachers who have helped shape these beautiful young dancers.

Be Part of This Special Company:
Classes for the 2016/2017 school year continue at Nunnbetter Dance Theatre. NDT also offers an exciting and fun dance intensive summer camp for students ages 7 and up.

Information on NDT Dance Camp 2017 can be found at http://nunnbetterdance.com/camp/ or by calling 201-385-9638.

Class schedule and registration for the 2017/2018 school year will be available soon.

About Nunnbetter Dance Theatre (NDT):
Nunnbetter Dance Theatre (NDT), located in Bergenfield, N.J. has been teaching and shaping young dancers since 1997. NDT is known for excellence in dance instruction, emphasizing proper technique and strong fundamentals which in turn has helped many of its students grow into beautiful and professional dancers.

Nunnbetter Dance Theatre boasts an impressive list of alumni, including members of the Ballet Theatre of Maryland, The Washington Ballet, Kansas City Ballet, and Tulsa Ballet to name a few.

While Nunnbetter is known for excellence in ballet, the school also provides professional dance training in many other dance disciplines including Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Cotemporary, Modern, and Theater Dance. Current and former students have been seen on Broadway in "Once," "Matilda," "The Lion King," "The King and I," "School of Rock," and in the Radio City Christmas Spectacular.

For information regarding classes and camps, visit http://nunnbetterdance.com/ or call 201-385-9638.

Follow on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/Nunnbetter-Dance-Theatre-110850372270897/.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Kimberly Galberaith
Tel. 917-514-3600
Email: Kim@NunnbetterDance.com

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*Photo Caption: NDT dancer, Erin Aslami.

Nunnbetter Dance Theatre (NDT), one of Bergen County, New Jersey's premier dance schools, is proud to announce that all three ensemble pieces entered into the Youth America Grand Prix competition earlier this year were awarded a spot in the NYC Finals taking place April 8 and 9, 2017 in New York City.

New Jersey Manufacturing Extension Program to Hold First Annual State-of-the-State N.J. Manufacturing Event

CEDAR KNOLLS, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- New Jersey Manufacturing Extension Program (NJMEP) announced today that it is holding the first annual N.J. State-of-the-State Manufacturing event to be attended by New Jersey's leading manufacturing business executives and elected state officials. The N.J. State-of-the-State Manufacturing Event will be held in two locations: in Trenton on Wednesday, March 29 and then again in Florham Park on Friday, March 31, 2017.

Through a series of formal presentations and informal networking opportunities, the goal of the event is to initiate and sustain a positive communication flow between New Jersey's manufacturing leaders and the state officials they rely on to promote and protect this critical economic sector.

For the event, NJMEP has partnered with New Jersey Business & Industry Association (NJBIA), Commerce and Industry Association of New Jersey (CIANJ) and the Morris County Chamber of Commerce (MCCC). The event brings together senior manufacturing executives that are interested in learning more about the opportunities and challenges that their business sector face. In addition, industry experts will discuss Workforce Development, Taxation & Fees and the latest in Environment/Energy. State elected officials will also be present to better understand how to keep the manufacturing industry thriving in New Jersey.

"This is an unprecedented opportunity for New Jersey manufacturers," said NJMEP Chief Executive Officer, John W. Kennedy, Ph.D. "We are providing access to industry experts from multiple disciplines to help grow our manufacturing sector through their insight."

This event is the first of its kind in New Jersey. "It will bring together some of the top talent and expertise in the state," John W. Kennedy continued. "I urge senior level manufacturing executives will register for the event at njmep.org."

Wednesday, March 29, 2017:
New Jersey State Museum Auditorium
205 West State Street
Trenton, NJ 80608
7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Continental Breakfast.

Friday, March 31, 2017:
Park Avenue Club
184 Park Avenue
Florham Park, NJ 07932
7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Continental Breakfast.

For more information about the NJ State-of-the-State Manufacturing Event and to sign-up please visit:
http://www.njmep.org/.

About NJMEP:
NJMEP is a private, not-for-profit organization that improves the profitability and competitiveness of New Jersey's manufacturers. Backed by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), NJMEP enables organizations to enhance their productivity and efficiencies, reduce costs, and improve employee performance. For more than 20 years, NJMEP has used its extensive network of connections and proven track record of success to help manufacturers adapt to the latest innovative technologies and best practices to realize more than $3.4 billion in value. Our services are categorized into the following three areas: Operational Excellence, Innovation and Growth Strategies, and Workforce Development.

MEDIA CONTACTS:
Jeanine Wilson
W Media Group
jwilson@wmediagroup.com
917-841-8565

Lynn Munroe
Maracaibo Media Group
lynn@maracaibomedia.com
845-548-1211

New Jersey Manufacturing Extension Program (NJMEP) announced today that it is holding the first annual N.J. State-of-the-State Manufacturing event to be attended by New Jersey's leading manufacturing business executives and elected state officials. The N.J. State-of-the-State Manufacturing Event will be held in two locations: in Trenton on Wednesday, March 29 and then again in Florham Park on Friday, March 31, 2017.

Northeast’s Largest Independent Insurance Broker The Capacity Group Joins EPIC

MAHWAH, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Capacity Group of Companies and EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants, a unique and innovative national retail insurance brokerage and employee benefits consulting firm, announced today that they have joined forces.

Established in 1990, The Capacity Group has grown to become one of the largest full-service independent insurance brokerage groups in the nation. Operating multiple brands from 15 locations across the country, The Capacity Group has assembled some of the world's top-rated providers of specialty insurance and financial services solutions. Today, they are a nationally recognized industry leader and one of the nation's fastest-growing full-service insurance brokerage groups.

EPIC, founded in 2007, is already one of the 20 largest U.S. retail insurance brokers and ranks #26 among the top commercial insurance broker/consultants globally, with a belief in and reputation for service excellence, innovation, community, collaboration and having fun - all in the interest of being a "people first" (clients and team members) organization.

"The Capacity Group has been delivering strategic guidance and service around the risk management, insurance and benefit consulting needs of our clients for more than 25 years," said The Capacity Group's President and Chief Executive Officer Robert Lull. "We believe the decision to join EPIC will help us deliver an even broader and deeper set of capabilities and added value to our clients, with the same commitment to service delivery excellence that has always been a hallmark of our firm. We are thrilled to join forces with a unique and successful company like EPIC."

As part of EPIC, the firm will now operate as The Capacity Group - an EPIC Company, and the Capacity Group's leadership team will continue to play vital roles within the larger EPIC organization.

Said EPIC CEO, John Hahn, "We found a strong cultural partner in The Capacity Group, in an important and highly desirable region where we have wanted to be an even larger partner in the community and see strong opportunities for growth. The Capacity Group, under the leadership of their executive team alongside their impressive team of owner-operators, will add significant value to our clients across the country and create further opportunities for our employees' long-term growth and career success."

EPIC Northeast Region President Thomas O'Neil added, "In addition to the integration and expansion of our respective capabilities, The Capacity Group provides a strong platform in the Northeast to extend our risk management, property casualty insurance, employee benefits consulting, program solutions and private client services to companies across the region and nationally."

The addition of The Capacity Group significantly expands EPIC's capabilities, adding more than 280 top professionals in an additional 15 locations and a strong client base centered in the Northeast.

About The Capacity Group - an EPIC Company:
The Capacity Group - an EPIC Company offers an expansive range of standard and customized insurance and financial products, while providing superior customer service for all types of businesses, industries, and individuals. It has a diversified insurance distribution and product platform in Retail, Wholesale and Specialty Program business, as well as all types of personal, commercial, specialty and benefits lines of business. Headquartered in Mahwah, N.J. the firm has grown organically and through a series of acquisitions and strategic partnerships to become one of the 100 largest insurance brokerage firms in the U.S. It is currently ranked number 39 by Business Insurance magazine, and is among the Top 25 privately held brokerage firms in the U.S. according to Insurance Journal Magazine. For additional information, please visit https://capcoverage.com/

About EPIC:
EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property & casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty and sustains a high level of customer service excellence. EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a "Best Place to Work" in multiple regions across California and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally.

EPIC now has more than 1,000 team members operating from offices across the U.S., providing Property Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to more than 20,000 clients.

With more than $250 million in revenues, EPIC ranks among the top 20 retail insurance brokers in the United States. Backed by the Carlyle Group, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country. For additional information, please visit http://www.epicbrokers.com/.

MEDIA CONTACTS:
Dave Hock, of EPIC
650.295.4608
dave.hock@epicbrokers.com

Nicole Conley
408.295.4309 x104
nicole.conley@taniscomm.com

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The Capacity Group of Companies and EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a unique and innovative national retail insurance brokerage and employee benefits consulting firm, announced today that they have joined forces. Established in 1990, The Capacity Group has grown to become one of the largest full-service independent insurance brokerage groups in the nation.

SUDC Foundation Awards Grant to AAP and NAME to Establish National Guidelines for the Investigation of Sudden Deaths of Children

CEDAR GROVE, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- The SUDC Foundation, the only organization worldwide dedicated to sudden unexplained death in childhood (SUDC), has awarded nearly $100,000 to the National Association of Medical Examiners (NAME) to work collaboratively with the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) to investigate and establish national practice guidelines surrounding the investigations of sudden unexpected deaths in infants and young children, to determine research needs and the sensitive care of families affected.

The death of a child has profound effects on families and serious implications for our public health system particularly when the death is sudden and unexpected in an apparently healthy infant or child. While causes of these pediatric deaths are numerous and span natural disease, accidents and deaths due to abuse, many are not fully explained despite current efforts.

"No formal standards exist today that delineate the roles of those tasked with the death investigation of a child who dies suddenly, unexpectedly, and without an obvious cause," said Brian Peterson, MD, President of NAME. "We aim to change this by introducing evidence-based protocols that create uniformity and consistency in investigative procedures nationwide."

For the "Sudden Death in Pediatrics: Consensus for Investigation, Certification, Research Direction and Family Needs" project, NAME and AAP will work together to address these issues, leveraging their respective resources, expertise, and reputations. NAME and the AAP are also working collaboratively to revise the AAP policy statement, "Distinguishing Sudden Infant Death Syndrome."

"Although this task has been attempted by smaller groups in the past with limited success, we are confident that our strategic collaboration is set up for success because it is based on each organization's strong commitment to carry out a common mission," said Dr. Peterson of NAME.

"The death of an infant or child is devastating to all those involved. The SUDC Foundation is proud to support this amazing project that will help us better understand these tragedies, improve our surveillance of them, lead to prevention strategies and best support those most personally affected," said Laura Crandall, MA, President and Executive Director of the SUDC Foundation."
"As pediatricians who are dedicated to caring for children and preventing illness and injury, the death of any child is heartbreaking," said Vincent Palusci, MD, FAAP, member of the Executive Committee of the AAP Section on Child Abuse and Neglect. "Many pediatricians participate in community activities such as child death review to help understand the causes of sudden, unexpected deaths, and to identify ways to prevent them. The AAP is proud to be working with NAME to address these important issues and prevent further deaths."
The Sudden Death in Pediatrics project will commence this month to create an expert panel review of sudden and unexpected deaths in pre-pubescent children. This panel, identified by NAME and AAP, will be composed of professionals from various disciplines and settings representing the interests of death investigation, autopsy performance, certifications, genetic/metabolic testing, legal issues, and family needs. All panel members will be active in the practice of medicine in the field of sudden death in infants and children. Invitations to participate will also be issued to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the National Institutes of Health.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in 2015, about 2800 infants and 400 children died without a clear cause being identified after investigation. Sudden Unexplained Infant Death/Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SUID/SIDS) and SUDC are age-based terms sometimes used to describe the sudden death of an infant or child which remains unexplained after a thorough case investigation is conducted and other possible causes have been ruled out. They may also be categorized as "undetermined". SUID/SIDS are used to describe deaths less than 12 months of age, and SUDC used for deaths on or after a child's first birthday.

About the SUDC Foundation
The SUDC Foundation is devoted solely to the needs of professionals and families touched by the unexpected death of a child aged 12 months or older. Since its inception, the non-profit Foundation has funded crucial research, helped hundreds of families in over 16 countries, and led many advocacy efforts, including the successful passage of the Sudden Unexpected Death Data Enhancement and Awareness Act, which was signed into law by President Obama in December 2014. For more information, visit https://sudc.org/ and follow us on Twitter @SUDC.

About the American Academy of Pediatrics
The American Academy of Pediatrics is an organization of 66,000 primary care pediatricians, pediatric medical subspecialists and pediatric surgical specialists dedicated to the health, safety and well-being of infants, children, adolescents and young adults. For more information, visit https://www.aap.org/ and follow us on Twitter @AmerAcadPeds.

About the National Association of Medical Examiners:
The National Association of Medical Examiners (NAME) is the national professional organization of forensic pathologists, physician medical examiners, medical death investigators and death investigation system administrators who perform the official duties of the medico-legal investigation of deaths of public interest in the United States. NAME was founded in 1966 and currently has over 1000 members. For more information, visit us at: http://www.thename.org/.

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The SUDC Foundation, the only organization worldwide dedicated to sudden unexplained death in childhood (SUDC), has awarded nearly $100,000 to the National Association of Medical Examiners (NAME) to work collaboratively with the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) to investigate and establish national practice guidelines surrounding the investigations of sudden unexpected deaths in infants.

New Jersey Manufacturing Extension Program (NJMEP) Heads to Capitol Hill on Annual Hill Day

CEDAR KNOLLS, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- The New Jersey Manufacturing Extension Program (NJMEP), the non-profit organization that provides resources and support to the state's manufacturing companies, announced today that CEO John Kennedy and several of NJMEP's manufacturing clients are headed to Capitol Hill on March 7 through 9, 2017 for Hill Day.

They will meet with New Jersey congressional and senate members to urge legislative support for N.J. manufacturing and the overall MEP network in its annual appropriations process.

Hill Day is an annual event for manufacturing extension programs to meet with their respective congressional members on the importance of manufacturing to the U.S. economy. This year, New Jersey's manufacturing presence will be bigger than ever as NJMEP's clients join the effort. There are 12.3 million manufacturing workers in the U.S. and, in New Jersey alone, 15,000 manufacturing and STEM firms that employ close to 250,000 workers.

"NJMEP is looking to partner with our Legislators to find solutions that ensure MEP's can continue to help sustain and grow the manufacturing sector. We need their help to create a better business environment to improve the competitiveness of the manufacturing sector, which provides some of the highest paying jobs in New Jersey," says John W. Kennedy, NJMEP CEO.

About NJMEP:
NJMEP is a private, not-for-profit organization that improves the profitability and competitiveness of New Jersey's manufacturers. Backed by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), NJMEP enables organizations to enhance their productivity and efficiencies, reduce costs, and improve employee performance. For more than 20 years, NJMEP has used its extensive network of connections and proven track record of success to help manufacturers adapt to the latest innovative technologies and best practices to realize more than $3.4 billion in value. Our services are categorized into the following three areas: Operational Excellence, Innovation and Growth Strategies, and Workforce Development.

NJMEP also has a signature philanthropic program, Manufacturing Cares, which is designed to provide a platform for manufacturers give back to the community by pooling efforts to increase our impact.

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

MEDIA CONTACT:
Jeanine Wilson
(917) 841-8565
jwilson@wmediagroup.com

The New Jersey Manufacturing Extension Program (NJMEP), the non-profit organization that provides resources and support to the state's manufacturing companies, announced today that CEO John Kennedy and several of NJMEP's manufacturing clients are headed to Capitol Hill on March 7 through 9, 2017 for Hill Day.

Newmark Associates Makes Community a Priority

MORRISTOWN, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- Today, volunteers from Newmark Associates are gathering to build and create items for the residents at the Mt. Kemble Home. Guided by Caring Capital, the team will roll up their sleeves to construct and mount bookcases in the Home's new library and craft a TV console system for the new Community Room. Volunteers from Newmark will also create wall hangings to brighten the entire residence. How fitting for a women-led commercial real estate firm to boost a women's residency!

"Volunteering is a fundamental part of our company," says Susanne Newmark, Founder and President, Newmark Associates. "Giving back to communities and taking care of one another are core values of our entire team. What a powerful experience the act of volunteering can be for all involved!"

Last month marked the completion of a $1.5M renovation of The Mt. Kemble Home in Morristown. The project included everything from completely renovating the residential rooms and all common areas to replacing the roof and converting a small kitchenette into a commercial grade community kitchen.

"We couldn't do what we do without volunteers like Newmark, who make things so much easier for the women that live here," said Tom Clark, Homeless Solutions, Director of Housing Development. "We are grateful for their willingness to take time out of their busy lives to make someone else's day a little brighter."

Charitable giving and volunteering is an essential part of business today. According to Giving USA's 2016 report, 2015 was America's most generous year ever.

"Caring Capital was founded on the premise that team-building and corporate social responsibility can and should be one and the same," said Susie Schub, Founder and President, Caring Capital. "Belonging to a team makes people feel they are part of something bigger than themselves. Individuals feel a sense of corporate camaraderie when they work together to achieve a specific goal."

About Newmark Associates:

Certified as a woman-owned business by the Women's Business Enterprise National Council, Newmark Associates, Inc. is registered as a Supplier Diversity provider with corporate members. Their clients range from regional, entrepreneurial firms to Fortune 500 Companies.

Newmark's specialized brokerage services include lease and sales transactions for retail, land, industrial, office, healthcare and mixed-use properties; tenant and owner representation; lease renegotiation; and advisory and valuation services. Consistent quality customer service has led to strong, long-term client relationships resulting in a robust referral business based on high levels of client satisfaction.

For additional information, please visit http://newmarkrealestate.com/.

About The Mt. Kemble Home:

The Mt. Kemble Home in Morristown was founded in 1883 to provide affordable housing for elderly single women of very limited means, and it has been placed on national and state historic registers, in part due to its unique, purpose-built social mission. Effective May 1, 2013, The Mt. Kemble Home moved under the Homeless Solutions umbrella as one of the programs providing shelter, housing, and supportive services to low income people.

About Caring Capital:

Caring Capital customizes, develops, and delivers interactive team-building programs to clients throughout the United States and beyond. The organization advances corporate philanthropy through unparalleled, socially engaging team-building services. Through proven and unique philanthropic team-building services, employees engage, connect and create to provide meaningful contributions to the community.

For more information, please visit http://caringcap.com/.

Today, volunteers from Newmark Associates are gathering to build and create items for the residents at the Mt. Kemble Home. Guided by Caring Capital, the team will roll up their sleeves to construct and mount bookcases in the Home's new library and craft a TV console system for the new Community Room. Volunteers from Newmark will also create wall hangings to brighten the entire residence. How fitting for a women-led commercial real estate firm to boost a women's residency!

Family Promise Serves Record Number of People Impacted By Homelessness in Morris County, N.J.

MORRISTOWN, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- Family Promise of Morris County (FPMC), is closing out November Homelessness Awareness Month by receiving a Proclamation from Assemblyman Anthony Bucco acknowledging its work to end homelessness in the county.

At the request of Assemblyman Bucco, the proclamation is bestowed to commemorate Homeless Awareness month, raise awareness of the issue and to recognize FPMC for their positive contributions to the County of Morris and its residents. Assemblyman Bucco urged all citizens to recognize and raise awareness of the issue of homelessness in our community.

"The recognition of National Homeless Awareness month provides an opportunity for us to tell the story of each and every person we help, and the impact that has on our community," said Joann Bjornson, Executive Director, Family Promise of Morris County. "Regardless of age, race or religion, we work to ensure dignity and a path to self-sufficiency is provided to all those who seek it. I have to thank our volunteers and community members who give their time, talent and resources to support our shared mission of ending homelessness."

In 2015 Family Promise of Morris County mobilized a volunteer workforce of over 1,600 from 87 congregations to provide services to the county's most vulnerable citizens with funding from grants, foundations and primarily private donors. 93 percent of FPMC donations go directly to support families in programs.

Last year, The Family Promise of Morris County organization provided:

* 4,438 bed nights.
* A 94 percent Success rate of emergency shelter clients getting and keeping housing.
* Over 6,000 hours of Case management to this in shelter and community.
* Through Our Promise Drop In center (opened July 21, 2015), provided clinical case management in 1-on-1 private sessions, having served 18,000 face to face meetings and organized and managed over 6,000 pieces of mail for over 500 individuals.

About Family Promise of Morris County:

Family Promise of Morris County is a non-sectarian, not-for-profit organization dedicated to ending the crisis of homelessness faced by Morris County residents by partnering with other public and private agencies, religious congregations and community volunteers to provide shelter, case management and mentoring services leading to self-sufficiency.

In 2015, FPMC had a 94 percent success rate of shelter clients getting and maintaining housing. 93 percent of every dollar FPMC receives directly supports children and their families. FPMC is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

To donate or support FPMC please visit http://www.familypromisemorris.org/.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Dominique Tornabe
Director of Development and Community Relations
d.tornable@familypromisemorris.org
(973) 998-0820

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Family Promise of Morris County (FPMC), is closing out November Homelessness Awareness Month by receiving a Proclamation from Assemblyman Anthony Bucco acknowledging its work to end homelessness in the county.

Capacity Passes Major Milestone with 10 Million Orders Processed

NORTH BRUNSWICK, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- Capacity LLC, trusted leaders in order fulfillment, e-commerce, and electronic data interchange (EDI), has confirmed they have reached a company milestone in the month of November by surpassing 10 million orders processed.

Operating in a business sector worth over $30 billion in the U.S. alone, Capacity has become a linchpin for diverse brands in a wide range of industries. From health and beauty products to electronics, apparel, and beyond, every order shipped represents an opportunity for the company to help its clients build their brands and grow by making their customers happy.

Since opening its dock doors in 1999, Capacity has grown from a small service provider serving a handful of clients to an internationally trusted fulfillment partner, processing orders for globally-renowned brands. Passing the 10 million order mark is a significant achievement for the company, which serves more than 150 clients from fulfillment campuses in New Jersey and California.

"We owe this milestone to our clients' success, the hard work of our employees, and the shared vision of our leadership team," says Thom Campbell, Chief Strategy Officer and co-founder of Capacity. "From the early days of all hands on deck, filling last-minute orders and spending nights on the office floor, we've experienced a lot over those 10 million orders! Our clients know that we're the last to touch their products before they head out the door. Our team's experience and passion is why they put their brands in our hands."

Capacity processes thousands of orders every day and continues to add exciting new brand names to its client base. At the current rate of expansion, the Capacity team is already looking forward to its next major milestone.

About Capacity LLC:
Since 1999, Capacity LLC has offered expert order fulfillment services, warehousing, value-added services, assembly services, and technology solutions to businesses nationwide. Capacity LLC provides a bicoastal fulfillment solution, from four facilities in North Brunswick, N.J., and a fifth in City of Industry, CA. These strategic locations on both coasts allow for reduced transit times, cost-effective shipping, and more flexible transportation solutions. All five facilities are close to the major ports of Los Angeles/Long Beach and Newark/New York.
Capacity LLC is cGMP certified, operates FDA registered facilities, and is NJ & CA State Board of Health approved food grade. Capacity LLC provides domestic and international distribution to companies of all sizes, from startups to household name brands who ship around the world.

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

Media Contact:
Rich Reba, Marketing Director
info@capacityllc.com
732-745-7770 x224

Capacity LLC, trusted leaders in order fulfillment, e-commerce, and electronic data interchange (EDI), has confirmed they have reached a company milestone in the month of November by surpassing 10 million orders processed. Operating in a business sector worth over $30 billion in the U.S. alone, Capacity has become a linchpin for diverse brands in a wide range of industries.