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The Santa Fe Group Awards Emeritus Status to Founding Member, Elects Three New Board Members and Appoints New Senior Scholar

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Santa Fe Group (SFG), a not-for-profit, action-oriented think tank with a passion for improving lives through oral health, announced today the new emeritus status of one of its founding members, the election of three new board members, and the appointment of a new Senior Scholar, all esteemed healthcare leaders in their fields.

They are:
* Emeritus Member: Harold C. Slavkin, D.D.S., Professor and Dean Emeritus at the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry, University of Southern California (USC) and Founding Member of the Santa Fe Group
* New Board Member: Kathryn A. Atchison, D.D.S., M.P.H., Professor of Public Health and Community Dentistry, University of California at Los Angeles
* New Board Member: Judith Haber, Ph.D., A.P.R.N., F.A.A.N., Ursula Springer Leadership Professor in Nursing, New York University
* New Board Member: Ira B. Lamster, D.D.S., M.M.Sc., Dean Emeritus and Professor of Dental Medicine at Columbia University College of Dental Medicine
* New Senior Scholar: Dianne Rekow, Professor and Executive Dean Emeritus of King's College London Dental Institute; Former Professor of Orthodontics, Chair of Basic Science and Craniofacial Biology, and Senior Vice Provost of Engineering Technology at New York University

"We are thrilled to provide emeritus status to one of our founding members and warmly welcome our newest board members and new senior scholar," said Santa Fe Group President Steven W. Kess. "They bring tremendous expertise, talent and energy in key areas that are vital to our future impact as a change maker for oral health, and thereby the overall health, of all Americans. We are very fortunate to have them by our side to expand our role in the oral health landscape and beyond."

About the Santa Fe Group

The Santa Fe Group is a 501(c)(3), action-oriented think tank with a passion to improve lives through oral health. Since its inception 25 years ago, the Santa Fe Group has been instrumental as a neutral convener, communicator, connector and catalyst to move the needle on critical issues such as oral cancer, dental education reform, children's oral health, improved primary care access, the importance of linking medical and dental health systems, and most recently, expanding oral healthcare for our nation's seniors.

Learn more: http://santafegroup.org/ and @SantaFeGroupOrg.

Media Contact: Victoria Rodriguez Minowitz, 516.532.3363, Victoria@victoriaRMconsulting.com

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The Santa Fe Group (SFG), a not-for-profit, action-oriented think tank with a passion for improving lives through oral health, announced today the new emeritus status of one of its founding members, the election of three new board members, and the appointment of a new Senior Scholar, all esteemed healthcare leaders in their fields.

Related link: http://santafegroup.org/

Chelsea Lighting Celebrates Over 25 Years with Expansion

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Chelsea Lighting (the "Company") is pleased to announce the launch of its dedicated Power over Ethernet Lighting and Controls specialty division to provide leading technology solutions to the real estate, design and construction community.

After completing several of the most high-profile Power over Ethernet (PoE) projects in the country, the Company is expanding its capabilities as "smart building" initiatives and energy code requirements continue to drive technology changes to the lighting and lighting controls industry. With expertise in lighting controls, PoE lighting and project management, Catherine Lomanto has been promoted to manage the Power over Ethernet Lighting and Controls Division, under the leadership of industry veteran, Glenn Buchholz.

"We are excited to be at the forefront of PoE technology which has only just started to change the way lighting and lighting controls can be used to collect data and create efficiencies that benefit both building owners and tenants," stated Tom Ike, Chelsea Lighting's President.

"Since our Lighting Controls Division has seen incredible growth over the last 7 years with lighting control systems now in every office building, the next logical step has been to connect these devices in ways that allow for businesses to further maximize energy savings, optimize space and improve employee well-being and productivity. Our new dedicated PoE division will help guide our clients in understanding and implementing this technology," stated Mr. Ike.

About Power over Ethernet (PoE)

PoE lighting, driven by LED technology and a subset of the Internet of Things (IoT), refers to the intersection of lighting and technology through the use of low-voltage data cabling and network switches to power light fixtures and transmit data between the light fixtures, sensors and the control system software.

About Chelsea Lighting

Since 1994, Chelsea Lighting has been serving the New York City area real estate, design and construction communities, in addition to other major markets around the country. Chelsea Lighting is the largest independent lighting & controls distributor and value-added supplier in New York City with a commitment to provide best-in-class service.

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

Please contact Chelsea Lighting at 212-356-5100 with any inquiries.

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Chelsea Lighting (the "Company") is pleased to announce the launch of its dedicated Power over Ethernet Lighting and Controls specialty division to provide leading technology solutions to the real estate, design and construction community.

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

Andrew Crofton Joins Klingenstein Fields Wealth Advisors as a Managing Director

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Klingenstein Fields Wealth Advisors (KFWA), a wealth management firm with approximately $4 billion in assets under management, is pleased to announce that Andrew Crofton has joined the firm as a Managing Director.

In this role, Mr. Crofton will be responsible for advising high-net-worth and institutional clients on a range of wealth, planning and investment management issues, as well as overseeing the growth of the firm's client base.

Mr. Crofton joins the firm from BNY Mellon where he was a Senior Wealth Director advising high-net-worth individuals and families, helping them address complex planning and investment management needs. Prior to that, he held a similar role at U.S. Trust.

Mr. Crofton began his career in institutional fixed income and equity sales and trading. He earned a B.A. in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania.

"Andy's significant experience in serving high-net-worth and institutional clients' investment management needs, combined with his institutional securities trading background, gives him a unique perspective that will strongly benefit our clients," said Kenneth D. Pollinger, CEO and Co-Chairman of KFWA. "We look forward to his involvement and the customized guidance that he will provide to our clients."

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

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Klingenstein Fields Wealth Advisors (KFWA), a wealth management firm with approximately $4 billion in assets under management, is pleased to announce that Andrew Crofton has joined the firm as a Managing Director.

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

Edamam Adds Data to Recipes in the Microsoft Bing Search Engine

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Edamam, a nutrition data company, is working with Microsoft's Bing team to bring deeper nutrition data to consumers. Edamam provides Bing with very detailed nutrition data for a big percentage of recipes appearing in the search engine's results. Such data includes a full list of macro and micronutrients and tagging of each recipe for all allergens and over 40 lifestyle diets, such as vegan, paleo and gluten-free.

For people using Bing to find recipes, it is easier to assess if a recipe fits their particular nutrient or diet criteria. With over 100 million people in the United States on some sort of a diet at any given time, this information is invaluable to many. This is even more relevant in the context of the current COVID-19 health crisis, where healthy eating to support a strong immune system is of utmost importance.

"We are very thankful to be able to work with Microsoft on this project and bring accurate and meaningful nutrition data to millions," shared Victor Penev, Edamam's CEO and Founder. "This brings us a step closer to our mission to help everyone on the planet eat better by giving them fast and easy access to the nutrition data they need to make the right food choices."

Edamam continues the support the Microsoft Bing's team by regularly updating and enhancing the data with new diets or additional recipe data. The company is developing a coronavirus diet, which will be offered for free to all of its partners.

In addition to working with large companies such as Microsoft, Edamam offers its data via API to developers and companies wishing to build applications around nutrition data or meal recommendations. It already has over 40,000 subscribers to its API.

About Edamam

Edamam organizes the world's food knowledge and provides nutrition data services and value-added solutions to health, wellness and food businesses. Edamam's partners and clients include Nestle, Amazon, The Food Network, The New York Times, Microsoft and Barilla.

For more information, please visit https://www.edamam.com/ or http://developer.edamam.com.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edamam-llc/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/EdamamCo

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

Media Contact:
Victor Penev
victor@edamam.com
+1.646.378.8317

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Edamam, a nutrition data company, is working with Microsoft's Bing team to bring deeper nutrition data to consumers. Edamam provides Bing with very detailed nutrition data for a big percentage of recipes appearing in the search engine's results.

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

Paragon Insurance Holdings Acquires Trident Public Risk Solutions from Argo Group

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Paragon Insurance Holdings, LLC, headquartered in Avon, Connecticut, a national MGA, announced today that it has closed on the purchase of Trident Public Risk Solutions (TPRS). Acquired from Argo Group (Argo), the transaction positions Paragon as one of the largest providers of commercial insurance coverage for public entities in the U.S. As part of the transaction agreement, Trident's business will continue to benefit from Argo policy and claims services.

"I am excited to work with the Paragon team, growing this great business and delivering tremendous value to our public entity customers," said Timothy Carter, Executive Vice President.

"We are excited to have Trident as part of our portfolio of companies and to be growing our business with Argo Group. Their collective expertise in public entity insurance and risk management will create a great partnership as we continue to grow together," said Ron Ganiats, CEO and co-founder of Paragon.

The business will continue to report to Sue Coates, President of TPRS - Guaranteed Cost Division and John Atherton, President of TPRS - Retained Limits.

ABOUT ARGO GROUP INTERNATIONAL HOLDINGS, LTD.

Argo Group International Holdings, Ltd. (NYSE: ARGO), is an underwriter of specialty insurance and reinsurance products in the property and casualty market. Argo Group offers a full line of products and services designed to meet the unique coverage and claims-handling needs of businesses in two primary segments: U.S. Operations and International Operations. Argo Group's insurance subsidiaries are A.M. Best-rated "A-" (Excellent), and Argo Group's U.S. insurance subsidiaries are Standard and Poor's-rated "A-" (Strong). More information on Argo Group and its subsidiaries is available at https://www.argolimited.com/.

ABOUT PARAGON

Paragon Insurance Holdings, LLC, is headquartered in Avon, Connecticut, and operates as a national MGA. Formed in 2014, the company writes all commercial lines of insurance across more than twenty insurance programs. Paragon's industry-specific and general underwriting facilities offer insureds, retail agents, carriers, reinsurers and service providers unique product, service, capability, and results. Please visit https://www.paragoninsgroup.com/ for additional information.

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Tickers: NYSE:ARGO / NY: ARGO

Paragon Insurance Holdings, LLC, headquartered in Avon, Connecticut, a national MGA, announced today that it has closed on the purchase of Trident Public Risk Solutions (TPRS). Acquired from Argo Group (Argo), the transaction positions Paragon as one of the largest providers of commercial insurance coverage for public entities in the U.S.

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

Fighting COVID-19 with Smart Elevators that Automatically Disinfect when Empty

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Ashla Systems announced today the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic has industries searching for answers on what technology can help in the fight against contamination. Many groups are starting to focus on a system that has been tried and tested for over 70 years; UV-C light which has been proven to kill the virus after just 10 minutes of contact.

UV-C lights harness the power of the sun and disinfect by disrupting the molecular bonds that hold together microbial genetic material or proteins. Ultra Violet light has been used extensively for more than 40 years in disinfecting drinking water, waste water and hospitals against hundreds of bacteria and viruses including COVID-19 related viruses - SARS-COV-1 and MERS-COV.

Companies are emerging around the globe developing new technologies using UV-C lights to help kill the virus. There have already been huge breakthroughs including UV-C robots that can disinfect rooms and airplanes in short periods and tunnels that buses can drive through to be contaminant free.

Ashla Systems Is focusing on one of the most crucial points in all buildings, elevators. In the US each year elevators make 18 billion passenger trips and each elevator carries an average of 20,000 passengers per year. Elevators carry 40 times more bacteria than public toilet seats according to a study by the University of Arizona. This alarming fact is pushing building owners and hotels across the world to develop safe and secure methods for keeping elevators clean.

According to scientists, after someone sneezes, coughs or speaks loudly the coronavirus could remain airborne for up to 3 hours. The virus lives on metal and plastic for up to 3 days. Elevators are so vital to movement of people in a building they can be a major weak point in a landlord's strategy to keep their buildings safe.

Ashla is leading the way with smart elevators designed to sense when they are empty of passengers and use the full power of installed UV-C lights to completely kill viruses and bacteria like coronavirus, influenza and 100s of others in the air and all surfaces.

"Ashla is racing to fulfill tremendous demand for this product in elevators. Landlords are calling from all around the world to get us to install these systems as fast as possible in their elevators. We are working as hard as we can," according to Paul Smith from Ashla Systems.

This demand is no surprise as According to the Director of CDC Dr. Robert Redfield, "For decades, collectively, our nation's under-invested in public health... Now is the time for us to over-invest in public health. This virus is going to be with us."

A recent study conducted by Ohio State University suggests that even organized efforts to clean surfaces can fall short, requiring extra cleaning to be done on a daily basis, especially to fight the spread of coronavirus disease. Only 50% of surfaces cleaned are properly disinfected.

Mr. Smith goes on to say, "Many companies are pushing their cleaning crews to the max, and labor can only produce so much. Landlords are asking their staff to clean elevators every 15 minutes. It's just not a realistic strategy. Cleaning products and spraying in the air can cause harm to humans in enclosed environments such as elevators and are not good for long term use."

About: Ashla Systems designs, installs and helps maintain UV-C light systems in elevators. The light system is installed inside the elevators and activated when the infrared system detects no human presence inside. Sweeping the area with penetrating UV rays and killing all virus and bacteria inside both airborne and on surfaces. The system needs to only run for 10-15 min intervals.

To learn more visit https://www.ashlauvc.com/

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Ashla Systems announced today the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic has industries searching for answers on what technology can help in the fight against contamination. Many groups are starting to focus on a system that has been tried and tested for over 70 years; UV-C light which has been proven to kill the virus after just 10 minutes of contact.

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

Green Mountain College Campus Goes to Auction

CENTRAL ISLIP, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Maltz Auctions, a premier full-service auction company serving the Continental United States and Caribbean, announced it will pursue buyers for the idyllic 155-acre Green Mountain College Campus, anchoring Main Street, in the Historic downtown of Poultney, Vermont.

"This quintessential New England campus had been the home of Green Mountain College, a private 4-year liberal arts school focused on environmental, social, and economic sustainability, which unfortunately closed at the end of 2019," stated Keith Lowey of Verdolino & Lowey, the Chief Restructuring Officer for Green Mountain College.

"It's truly a turn-key opportunity for the right buyer as it is comprised of classic New England dormitory buildings, classrooms, administrative offices, lecture halls, cafeteria, student center, community space, library building, athletic facilities - including fields, gymnasium, pool, and more, a 400-seat theater/auditorium, fine arts studios and galleries, a working farm, guest residences and a campus-wide wood-fueled biomass (carbon neutral) heating system."

Lowey added, "There are also financing options available for qualified buyers."

Maltz Auction's CEO, Richard Maltz shared, "This property auction includes furniture, fixtures and equipment of the school and represents an exceptionally rare opportunity to acquire an environmentally sustainable, green campus that is superbly located and beautifully maintained in a single transaction. There is incredible reuse or redevelopment potential, this is truly one of the most enchanting properties my firm has had the opportunity to market."

The Green Mountain Campus is in southern Vermont's beautiful lakes region, with the Adirondack Mountains to the west and the Green Mountains to the east. The 155-acre campus situated on the New York-Vermont border features classic red-brick and slate roof buildings, athletic fields, a working farm, hiking and bike trails, and much more.

The property sits at the intersection of College Street and Main Street in the heart of Poultney, a vibrant and quaint New England village of 3,400 residents, which has been recognized, along with 22 others in Vermont, as a historic downtown. Poultney is home to an extensive bike trail network as well as to Lake St. Catherine and Lake St. Catherine State Park, a 117-acre destination park, campground and nature center. Lake Bomoseen State Park is less than a 15-minute ride north of Poultney. Both the Killington and Okemo ski areas are less than an hour away.

The town of Poultney is located 'in the middle of everywhere', bordered by Ira & Middletown Springs to the east, Fair Haven and Castleton to the north, Hampton (NY) to the west, and Wells to the south. Poultney is approximately 80 miles southwest of Vermont's capital city (Montpelier), 70 miles south of Vermont's largest city (Burlington) and 65 miles west of the Vermont/New Hampshire border in White River Junction. Poultney is also proximate to Saratoga Springs (50 miles southwest of Poultney) and Albany (70 miles southwest of Poultney) in New York state.

In addition, great shopping, year-round recreational activities, skiing destinations (including Vermont's premier ski resort, Killington Mountain) and college towns including Burlington (VT), Bennington (VT), Middlebury (VT) and Queensbury (NY) are located nearby.

The closest city to Poultney is Rutland, Vermont, which is the largest town in Vermont after Burlington and South Burlington. The city of Rutland is located approximately 20 miles northeast of Poultney, or a 25-30-minute drive via Route 30 & Route 4. Rutland offers the Rutland Regional Medical Center as well as an eclectic mix of shopping, restaurants, bars, cafés as well as cultural and entertainment venues and attractions. The state of Vermont, known as the Green Mountain state, ranks as the healthiest and best-educated state in the country.

Here are a few regional websites of interest:
* https://www.thinkvermont.com/
* https://www.poultney.vt.gov/index.asp?SEC=F1CC8479-70D1-4C37-80DB-68ACCDACD780&Type=B_BASIC
* https://www.rrmc.org/
* https://rutlandvermont.com/

PROPERTY OVERVIEW

One Brennan Circle, Poultney, Rutland County, VT 05764
* Primary Frontage: College Street
* Access:
From the East: Main Street
From the North & South: College Street
* 155 acres
* 22 BUILDINGS
o Year Built: Ranging between 1855-1969, with most improvements being constructed either circa 1900 or between 1940-1960. Six structures have undergone complete renovations, while the remainder have been periodically repaired and maintained.
* 7 dormitory buildings, 3 single family homes with multiple uses, 3 mixed-use buildings, 3 administrative buildings, 2 arts buildings/galleries, 1 library (3-stories + mezzanine & lower level), 1 gymnasium/fieldhouse, 1 biomass plant/maintenance shop and 1 barn
* 447,253 Gross Square Feet
o 654 BEDS (existing configuration)
o 33 CLASSROOMS/LECTURE HALLS/LABS (existing configuration)
o 400 SEAT AUDITORIUM
o ATHLETIC FACILITIES
o FULLY FURNISHED
o CARBON NEUTRAL
o AMPLE paved and unpaved surface parking
o PARKING
* Utilities: Water & Sewer: Village of Poultney
* Electricity: Green Mountain Power Corporation / Tunbridge Solar
* Gas: Suburban Propane
* Heat: In 2010, the school constructed a wood-fueled biomass heating system which supplies steam heat to the on-campus improvements (i.e. not including the four off-site structures) at a reported cost of $5.5 million. The plant burns +/- 4,000-5,000 tons of locally harvested woodchips each year as the primary fuel and provides 85% of the school's heat. The biomass plant was designed as a cogeneration plant (heat and electricity and with some minor modifications it could be reconfigured to produce electricity and heat. In shoulder seasons (April through mid-June and September through October) and summer months, the biomass plant is taken offline and the campus utilizes two (2) oil boilers as heating source as needed.
* Broadband: The school formerly had broadband capacity of 500Mbps
* AT&T Cell Tower on campus
* Summary of individual building specifications (HVAC, foundations, roofs, building conditions, etc.) are available upon request.

PROCESS & PRICING
The Green Mountain Campus is offered on an "as-is" basis and Maltz is seeking a stalking horse bidder for an auction contemplated to occur in July, however, pre-auction offers will be considered. Upon receipt of a signed confidentiality agreement, qualified investors will be provided with access to the offering memorandum and due diligence materials. For more information on the property and to sign the Confidentiality Agreement, please visit http://www.maltzauctions.com/.

ACCESSIBILITY
Major metros in the northeast - Albany, Boston, New York, and Montreal - are all within reach of the campus by car, bus, airplane and train. International access is available through these hubs, particularly Boston's Logan International Airport (BOS). Rutland Southern Vermont Regional Airport (RUT), a full-service modern airport providing regional service, is just 25 miles east of the campus. The airport offers three (3) round-trip commercial flights per day to/from Logan International Airport in Boston, Massachusetts. Two Amtrak passenger trains, the Ethan Allen Express and the Adirondack, offer daily service to the Poultney area. Two Amtrak stations are located just 15 minutes in either direction of the campus. Amtrak's service originates at Penn Station in Manhattan and travels north providing the Lakes Region with tremendous access to the population of New York City and the surrounding communities in downstate New York.

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Maltz Auctions, a premier full-service auction company serving the Continental United States and Caribbean, announced it will pursue buyers for the idyllic 155-acre Green Mountain College Campus, anchoring Main Street, in the Historic downtown of Poultney, Vermont.

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

Vanbridge Releases Second Comprehensive Review of US Representations and Warranties Insurance Market

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Vanbridge, an EPIC company, an insurance intermediary and program management firm, published its second edition of its U.S. Representations and Warranties Insurance (R&W) Market Review today. This edition evaluates and summarizes domestic R&W data for the years 2017, 2018 and 2019.

This report aims to provide, as accurately as possible, the state of the U.S. R&W market using data gathered directly from insurers. The scope of the report focuses on the submission and placement process in the market, analyzing the size of the marketplace, pricing and trends.

"Representations & Warranties insurance has become a staple in M&A transactions and a proliferating business for insurance markets. We continue to conduct our annual reviews of the overall marketplace to benefit carriers, clients and M&A practitioners alike," said Greylen Erlacher Mardy, Principal of Vanbridge.

"We've found that despite the current trends, carriers remain dedicated to offering meaningful coverage that facilitates transactions, while underwriting the insurance in a sustainable manner," continued Erlacher Mardy.

The report includes insight on several areas:
* Submission Volume and Deals Bound
* Primary & Excess Limits, Retentions and Pricing
* Claims and Future Underwriting Considerations
* Market Trends and Perceptions

About the Report

The vast majority of markets that wrote business in 2017, 2018 and 2019 including the largest players in the space, provided their data for the report. Based on estimates, this captured roughly 90% of all transaction data. As part of the data collection process, Vanbridge engaged an independent, non-insurance third party data management firm, Excel Rain Man, to receive and assist in sorting and analyzing each participating carrier's information on a confidential basis.

For a complete copy of Vanbridge's U.S. Representations and Warranties Insurance Market Review, click here (PDF): https://info.vanbridge.com/hubfs/Vanbridge/Vanbridge%20Reps%20and%20Warranties%20Market%20Review%20fnl4.22v2.pdf

About Vanbridge

Vanbridge is an insurance intermediary and program management firm. Vanbridge focuses on alternative asset management, corporate and individual high net worth clients, solving risk related issues utilizing insurance and alternative capital. Vanbridge is owned by EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants and is headquartered in New York, N.Y.

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

About EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants

EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property and 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 2,600 team members operating from 85 offices across the U.S., providing Property and Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to EPIC clients.

With run rate revenues greater than $730 million, EPIC ranks among the top 15 retail insurance brokers in the U.S. Backed and sponsored by Oak Hill Capital Partners, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country.

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

Vanbridge, an EPIC company, an insurance intermediary and program management firm, published its second edition of its U.S. Representations and Warranties Insurance (R&W) Market Review today. This edition evaluates and summarizes domestic R&W data for the years 2017, 2018 and 2019.

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

Capital Industries Shares the Signs Commercial Concrete Flooring Needs Patching

MATTITUCK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- The team at Capital Industries has some outstanding information for today's commercial operators that deal with extensive concrete flooring on their properties. There are vital signs to look for that suggest that it is time for an industrial freezer floor or warehouse concrete floor repair. When these signs emerge, it is necessary to utilize the high-quality concrete patch products that Capital Industries provides.

Types of Concrete Cracks

There are many different types of cracks that can appear in a commercial setting. These issues are common in the concrete surfaces of distribution centers, warehouses, and commercial freezer units. They can range from scratches, and gouges, to stains from forklift tires, and damage from pallet jacks. Outright cracking in the floor's concrete surface is also typical. These issues can lead to a host of problems such as reduced flatness of the surface and further degradation of the surface.

Methods of Fixing Concrete Cracks

The methods for repairing cracks vary depending on the surface and the issue.

Simple cracks are repaired quickly enough with injections of epoxy.

Take care of the joint repair on concrete floors by cutting out the damaged area and filling with one of our concrete patching products.

Learn more: http://www.kwikbond.com/industrial-commercial-projects/

Best Products to Use in Fixing Concrete Cracks

There are several critical concrete patch products offered by Capital Industries that are excellent for different applications.

* KWIK-BOND is ideal for repairing concrete surfaces in commercial freezers.
* KWIK-CRETE is a perfect product for crack repair, as it is a rapid setting.
* REPOX-MIX is an outstanding product for repair jobs in outdoor settings and on slab areas where it is difficult to dry the surface before repair. The product is ideal for bonding to damp surfaces.

Stores and Brands for the Best Industrial Concrete Crack Filler Products

Here at Capital Industries, Inc., we are proud of our reputation as the top supplier of concrete repair products for commercial uses. Our line of products that we offer includes products for the repair of commercial freezer floors, crack repair products, and repair products for concrete floors.

Our customers rely on us for providing them with excellent products such as KWIK-BOND, KWIK-CRETE, and REPOX-MIX. We have been serving customers ranging from factories, contractors, and warehouses, for the past 30 years. Contact our team today to find out more about how we can supply you with the highest quality concrete repair products.

Learn more: http://www.kwikbond.com/category/concrete-floor-repair/

About KwikBond

Capital Industries, Inc. is a leading supplier of commercial and industrial concrete repair products. For over 30 years, we have proudly serviced contractors, factories, warehouses and distribution centers for industrial, institutional and commercial customers. We carry a full range of concrete repair materials, including those specifically designed for low temperature areas such as freezers and coolers. Our floor repair products are rapid hardening, allowing you to reopen repaired areas with minimal downtime. All of our products are designed to be used by in-house maintenance personnel and come with an ironclad 100% guarantee of satisfaction.

The team at Capital Industries has some outstanding information for today's commercial operators that deal with extensive concrete flooring on their properties. There are vital signs to look for that suggest that it is time for an industrial freezer floor or warehouse concrete floor repair.

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

IDCC Answers the Call for Mental Health Care During The COVID-19 Emergency with New Teletherapy Services

BROOKLYN, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Interborough Developmental and Consultation Center, or IDCC, is once again responding to the needs of our Brooklyn communities. In these challenging times, the need for mental health services has increased dramatically over the past several weeks due to many feeling anxious and concerned about the effects of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) on both their physical health and financial wellbeing.

With most households in New York and across the country in self-isolation or quarantine due to the coronavirus pandemic, many families are finding it difficult to access much needed mental health services.

In response to this crisis, Interborough Developmental and Consultation Center, or IDCC, is now offering teletherapy services for those who want to speak with therapists or psychiatrists by phone or through the use of video from the comfort, safety, and privacy of their own home.

Having served the Brooklyn community for 45 years, IDCC's therapists have helped tens of thousands of patients with a variety of mental health services for adults and children. As the current situation makes it difficult for people to safely leave their homes, IDCC has worked closely with the Office of Mental Health (OMH) and other public health organizations to create an infrastructure of services that allow those in need to speak with therapists and psychiatrists via phone and video. These teletherapy services offer those in need the professional mental health care they are looking for - from the comfort of their own home.

"It's important for anyone who needs support during the profoundly traumatic COVID-19 emergency to be able to speak with a mental health professional. With teletherapy, access to the proper services and help is easier than ever before," says IDCC CEO, Dr. Stephen Gersten.

Teletherapy appointments can be scheduled by calling any of the IDCC facilities listed below.
Canarsie 718-272-1600
Coney Island 718-975-4888
Crown Height 718-778-0485
Flatbush 718-375-1200
Williamsburg 718-388-5175

As with all IDCC services, Medicaid, Medicare and most insurances are accepted.

IDCC offers a wide range of programs including mental health, HCBS, CFTSS, Health Homes Care Management and Home-Based Services, all of which are offering teletherapy services. For more information about IDCC, please visit https://www.interborough.org/.

Interborough Developmental and Consultation Center, or IDCC, is once again responding to the needs of our Brooklyn communities. In these challenging times, the need for mental health services has increased dramatically over the past several weeks due to many feeling anxious and concerned about the effects of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

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

The New York Public Library Partners with Online Tutoring Service Brainfuse to Give all NY Students Access to Free, Remote, One-on-One Homework Help

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- The New York Public Library has partnered with online tutoring service Brainfuse to offer all New York area students access to free after-school homework help, including virtual 1-on-1 tutoring in a wide range of subjects for K-12 students.

The new tool - available beginning today March 24, 2020 at http://nypl.org/brainfuse - offers a bank of videos, activities, writing labs, and other enrichment activities 24/7, as well as tutoring via chat from 2 p.m. to 11 p.m., seven days a week, in both English and Spanish. The service is free with a New York Public Library card, which can be obtained virtually via the Library's e-reading app SimplyE.

Brainfuse is just one of a number of remote educational tools that the Library has made available, enhanced, or continues to make available during its temporary closure to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19. In addition to Brainfuse-being offered temporarily to support students and parents beginning remote learning-the Library is offering BookFlix (for remotely-accessible read alouds), the Opposing Viewpoints Resource Center (to build critical thinking skills), and much more at https://www.nypl.org/about/remote-resources/kids-and-teens.

"One of the Library's key roles is to support a culture of learning and reading in New York City outside of the classroom, offering homework help, internet access, and materials access to hundreds of thousands of students each day after school," said Brian Bannon, the Merryl and James Tisch Director of The New York Public Library. "The need for this help hasn't gone away with remote learning, and so we are pleased to be able to offer Brainfuse and many other tools and tips to support families 'after school,' even when school is in their living room. With this new service, we are essentially offering every student, regardless of background, the opportunity to have a private tutor, and every parent the support that they need right now."

Maggie Jacobs, the Library's Director of Educational Programs, added, "Remote learning requires a different set of skills for teachers, students and their caregivers. We therefore decided to curate the e-resources we thought would be most helpful, not only to support student learning in digital school, but to support teachers in integrating quality, engaging materials into their online teaching, and provide families with fun activities to learn and play together during an otherwise stressful time. We are hoping this becomes a trusted, favorite one-stop resource to meet family and educator needs."

In addition to educational resources for students, while the Library is temporarily closed until further notice it is offering a wide range of public service assistance, including:
* E-Books / Digital Library Cards: During this temporary closure, the Library has seen a significant spike in e-book usage, and will continue to offer access to hundreds of thousands of free e-books via our e-reading app SimplyE. Through this app, New Yorkers can immediately receive a digital library card and gain access to a multitude of other digital resources we have made available during this temporary closure.

* Expanded E-Resources: The Library has worked with vendors to expand access to several digital research databases to allow for at-home access, including Ancestry.com, periodical archives, JSTOR and EBSCO databases for academic articles and abstracts. All of the various digital resources for researchers, including the newly accessible ones, can be found here.

* Book Recommendations: The Library offers expert reading recommendations and lists (including our 125 Books We Love list released for our 125th anniversary in February).

* Existing Digital Resources: The Library continues to offer nearly 900,000 digitized images from our research collections, nearly 11,000 digitized archives, and our Ask NYPL reference / help service.

For the latest information on service offerings, patrons should sign up for NYPL Connect, a new, special newsletter focused on digital resources. They can visit http://nypl.org/ for more information.

About The New York Public Library

For 125 years, The New York Public Library has been a free provider of education and information for the people of New York and beyond. With 92 locations-including research and branch libraries-throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island, the Library offers free materials, computer access, classes, exhibitions, programming and more to everyone from toddlers to scholars, and has seen record numbers of attendance and circulation in recent years. The New York Public Library receives approximately 16 million visits through its doors annually and millions more around the globe who use its resources at www.nypl.org. To offer this wide array of free programming, The New York Public Library relies on both public and private funding. Learn more about how to support the Library at nypl.org/support.

About Brainfuse

Brainfuse is one of the nation's leading online tutoring providers, serving a diversified client base of libraries, school districts and colleges/universities for over 18 years. With Brainfuse, users receive real-time tutoring from instructors via our proprietary online classroom. We serve hundreds of library systems throughout the country, including the New Mexico State Library, the Suffolk Cooperative Library System, the San Francisco Public Library, the Sacramento Public Library, The Free Library of Philadelphia, and North America's largest homework help program through the Chicago Public Library. Learn more at: http://home.brainfuse.com/

For more information about Brainfuse services, please contact us at info@brainfuse.com.

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The New York Public Library has partnered with online tutoring service Brainfuse to offer all New York area students access to free after-school homework help, including virtual 1-on-1 tutoring in a wide range of subjects for K-12 students.

Related link: http://home.brainfuse.com/

IDCC Health Services Launches New Telemedicine Service to Help with Urgent Need for Remote Medical Care in Brooklyn

BROOKLYN, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- With many medical practices remaining closed, and thousands of families in quarantine due to the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), it has become difficult for many in the New York community to access providers for their medical needs. This comes at an unprecedented time when concerns about the effects of COVID-19 have created a surge in the need for medical care, both for possible symptoms associated with the virus, as well as the treatment of daily medical needs.

At the same time, people are afraid to go to the doctor for care. In response to this crisis, IDCC Health Services, a multi-specialty clinic in Brooklyn, is now offering telemedicine services for those who want to speak with doctors and healthcare professionals by phone or video from the comfort, safety, and privacy of their own home.

IDCC Health Services, which has locations in Coney Island and Bensonhurst, is well known in the Brooklyn community for its top-rated physicians, including Medical Director Dr. Igor Zakharov, a consummate primary care physician. As the current situation makes it difficult for many to leave their homes safely, IDCC Health has worked to create an infrastructure of services that allows those in need to speak with doctors via phone and video. These telemedicine services offer the community the medical care they are urgently looking for without having to leave their home.

"We are living in unprecedented times now. The fact that many cannot get in touch with their doctor at a time like this is alarming and that is why IDCC Health is offering our telemedicine services to the greater community. Whether you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms or if you have any other medical questions, we want to be there for you and easily accessible," says IDCC Health Services CEO, Dr. Stephen Gersten.

Telehealth appointments can be easily scheduled by calling one of the IDCC Health facilities listed below:

Coney Island 718- 259-6600
Bensonhurst 718-621-1811

As with all IDCC Health services, Medicaid, Medicare, and most insurances are accepted.

IDCC Health is a multi-specialty medical center that offers a full range of services including Primary Care, Physical Therapy, Gastroenterology, Urology, Internal Medicine, Gynecology, and Cardiology.

For more information visit https://IDCChealth.org/

With many medical practices remaining closed, and thousands of families in quarantine due to the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), it has become difficult for many in the New York community to access providers for their medical needs. In response to this crisis, IDCC Health Services, a multi-specialty clinic in Brooklyn, is now offering telemedicine services.

Related link: https://IDCChealth.org/

Smithtown-based PuroClean franchise to Provide Free Sanitizing Services for First Responders’ Personal and Utility Vehicles on April 24 at Setauket Fire Department

SMITHTOWN, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- On Friday, April 24, Robert Corrado and his team from PuroClean of Smithtown will say "thank you" to first responders in the best way they know how: By offering sanitizing services for their personal and utility vehicles.

The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Setauket Fire Department, 394 Nicolls Road, Setauket, NY. The company is working in partnership with the Stony Brook Police Department and the Setauket Fire Department and picked the location for its proximity to Stony Brook University, one of the largest hospitals on Long Island.

PuroClean is known for its property restoration services related to water, fire and smoke damage; mold removal; reconstruction; and biohazard cleanup. It will have multiple trained and certified technicians on-site applying an EPA-certified, proven effective and safe, anti-microbial treatment to the cars and trucks of first responders' vehicles who stop in during the designated hours. The sanitizing treatment prevents contamination and minimizes the risk of pathogens spreading to help stop the spread of COVID-19.

"The dedication and selflessness of the front line emergency services and healthcare workers here on Long Island are second to none and we want to do our part to show them our gratitude," said Corrado, owner of PuroClean in Smithtown, which serves all of Long Island and the five boroughs. "These individuals have enough stress on-the-job without worrying about having to decontaminate the vehicles they and their families travel in. Likewise, this provides a simple option for cleaning their utility vehicles."

For Corrado the event is personal as he has close connections to Stony Brook, where he received his degree as did his dad and brother. His wife meanwhile has worked at the university for many years and is currently in the social work department. Yet, he says it's the unique bond that New Yorkers have with the health care and emergency services community in general that drive him to lend a hand.

"In New York, I believe we have a deeper appreciation for the brave men and women who protect and serve because of 9/11 but also because we understand that in an area our size, the demands and pressures on them are much bigger than most other places," said Corrado. "If our event makes their lives easier, than I will sleep easier at night."

The sanitizing process takes about 10 minutes and is first-come first-served. Corrado said that if the event proves to be a success, then they will expand the event to multiple days in April and May.

For more information about PuroClean of Smithtown, go to http://www.puroclean.com/pn-ny.

For details about the free event for first responders, go to Facebook -- https://www.facebook.com/events/227600795132462

MEDIA CONTACT:
For more information contact:
Robert Corrado
Rcorrado@puroclean.com
(631)652-6300

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On Friday, April 24, Robert Corrado and his team from PuroClean of Smithtown will say "thank you" to first responders in the best way they know how: By offering sanitizing services for their personal and utility vehicles.

GreenShield finish can be a barrier to virus spread

ROCHESTER, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- The GreenShield Company, a division of BigSky Technologies LLC, is responding to the global Coronavirus pandemic with concern and hope for those being impacted by the disease. GreenShield is taking this opportunity to evaluate its products effectiveness in reducing the ability of the Coronavirus to contaminate and transmit on different surfaces.

Personal protective equipment (PPE) is worn to protect the wearer's body from infection and to minimize exposure to airborne particulate such as the Coronavirus. Protective lab coats, pre-caution gowns, surgical gowns & covers, and other protective clothing need to be breathable, comfortable and reusable. Many of these protective materials are woven polyester/cotton blend fabrics that utilize finishes for additional performance features such as liquid resistance and durability.

The small amount of fluorochemical used in the GreenShield finish provides a surface that repels oil-based materials, such as viruses, like COVID-19, which has an oily lipid outer layer. The lipid layer is essentially a fatty envelope that holds the virus. This envelope is what appears to be the Achille's heel of the virus, as breaking this layer causes the whole virus to fall apart. When coming into contact with materials treated with GreenShield, these viruses do not adhere to the surface but rather roll off of the surface structure.

"The little bit of fluorochemical-based GreenShield C6XL goes a long way towards clean, safe surfaces on personal protective materials," said Dr. Cathy Fleischer, Managing Partner and co-founder of BigSky Technologies.

"In the crisis that we are dealing with, GreenShield treated fabrics are easy to clean, reduce their impact on the environment, and increase health and safety," said Fleischer.

GreenShield is a nano-particle finish that has 5-10 times lower fluorochemical compared to competitive products that use higher levels of fluorine to meet industry standards.

GreenShield can be used on many materials, including polyester, cotton, nylon, and solution dyed fibers (for cleaning with diluted bleach). The patented GreenShield finish is chemically bound to the fibers of the fabric and remain colorfast and durable for the life of the fabric. Fabrics finished with Greenshield have exceptional water repellency, maintain their durability, breathability, original hand and are recyclable.

Learn more at https://greenshieldfinish.com/

About BigSky Technologies LLC

BigSky Technologies LLC is a materials science company that manufacturers textile finishes inspired by nature. The company develops cost-effective solutions for the coatings, fabrics, and composite industries using sustainable manufacturing processes while reducing or eliminating the use of harmful chemicals. BigSky Technologies LLC produces GreenShield(R), an environmentally friendly stain resistant fabric finish.

The GreenShield Company, a division of BigSky Technologies LLC, is responding to the global Coronavirus pandemic with concern and hope for those being impacted by the disease. GreenShield is taking this opportunity to evaluate its products effectiveness in reducing the ability of the Coronavirus to contaminate and transmit on different surfaces.

Related link: https://greenshieldfinish.com/

Millimeter Wave Markets Poised for Explosive Growth in 2020-25

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- According to a new study by Thintri, Inc., systems based on millimeter wave technology are creating markets that will soon reach billion-dollar levels. The report, "Millimeter Waves: Emerging Markets," analyzes markets in telecommunications, imaging, consumer and automotive, defense and security and other sectors and finds that several are undergoing rapid growth, while others are in the early stages of market entry.

A few are about to witness the entry of game-changing technologies, products and services that, combined with a more open regulatory environment, will transform markets that up to now have been modest.

Millimeter wave (MMW) radiation, that portion of the electromagnetic spectrum generally defined as 20 GHz to 300 GHz, has gained commercial traction in the past decade or so.

Today, MMW imaging is established in airport and other checkpoint security applications, and markets are rapidly growing in inventory control and loss prevention, where systems can quickly scan employees leaving a manufacturing facility to prevent theft. Imaging systems already installed at malls, hidden behind walls, can automatically track suspicious persons who may have concealed weapons or bombs.

Technological evolution is bringing about imaging systems that are more capable, less costly, smaller, lighter and more portable, and take less training to use. This evolution is about to dramatically reduce the cost of such imaging systems, allowing their adoption in a much broader range of venues that will include courthouses, concerts, stadiums, schools, dance clubs and many, many others.

MMW systems are radically transforming telecommunications as well. E-band links are quickly capturing markets in backhaul, where they can be deployed quickly and at a small fraction of the cost of deploying optical fiber, but offering near-fiber data rates.

Millimeter wave links combined with small cell networks may be the only viable solution to the bandwidth challenges facing today's telecom industry as it establishes next-generation 5G networks. 4G networks already approached the theoretical limit on how much data can be squeezed into a given band. Experts predict that in just a few years, wireless data transfer volumes will grow by more than 1,000, with demand for wireless data transfer rates at 10 to 100 times faster than is practical today.

One of the most exciting frontiers in telecommunications is fixed wireless Internet access, where MMW systems are about to facilitate a game-changing market shift. As wireless Internet service providers (WISPs) move to offer MMW-based wireless Internet access across broad geographic regions, the artificial barriers that once served to geographically separate the various access suppliers, like cable and phone companies, will break down.

The result is a Wild West scenario where a large number of players, large and small, compete to offer consumers and businesses access at up to gigabit data rates at low cost. At that time the distinction between fixed and mobile Internet access will largely disappear, as consumers demand broadband access anytime, anywhere, on any device.

The unique properties of millimeter waves lend them to a host of other markets, including satellite Internet access, automotive radar, consumer multimedia, defense and security, manufacturing process and quality control, medical diagnosis, munitions guidance, security perimeter radar, and monitoring of chemical processing and pipelines.

The Thintri market study, "Millimeter Waves: Emerging Markets, makes use of extensive, in-depth interviews with industry executives, business and market development managers along with government and academic researchers.

The report provides a survey of the current state of the art in millimeter wave technology, an assessment of potential applications in terms of their commercial viability, discussion of market development and forecasts for individual markets from 2020 to 2025.

Report information: http://www.thintri.com/Millimeter-waves-report.htm

About Thintri, Inc.

Founded in 1996, Thintri, Inc. (www.thintri.com), is a full-service consulting firm, based in New York and directed by J. Scott Moore, Ph.D.

Thintri's services include business intelligence, market research, technology transfer and technology assessment, and in-depth, off-the-shelf market studies on promising emerging technologies. Topics of focus have included communications, aerospace, medical and industrial imaging, materials and coatings, semiconductor devices, photonics, plastic electronics, manufacturing, industrial logistics, security and defense, thermal management, energy, and a host of others.

For more information, visit http://www.thintri.com or call 914-242-4615.

Media Contact:
J. Scott Moore
+1-914-242-4615
smoore[at]thintri.com

According to a new study by Thintri, Inc., systems based on millimeter wave technology are creating markets that will soon reach billion-dollar levels. The report, "Millimeter Waves: Emerging Markets," analyzes markets in telecommunications, imaging, consumer and automotive, defense and security and other sectors and finds that several are undergoing rapid growth, while others are in the early stages of market entry.

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

EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants Launches Restructuring Services Offering

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants, a retail property and casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that the firm has launched a Restructuring Services operation under its Financial Services division to support the restructuring process for distressed situations with risk mitigation and risk transfer insurance capital solutions.

Led by Executive Vice President, Philip V. Moyles, Jr., head of Financial Services, the group will work with restructuring, legal, accounting and bankruptcy professionals as well as turnaround investors, to improve liquidity, preserve the business enterprise and develop and implement programs that address the issues adversely impacting financial performance.

EPIC's Restructuring Services risk mitigation advisory process begins by cultivating an in-depth understanding of the objectives and business imperatives for each restructuring situation. After a thorough holistic analysis, EPIC develops the strategy and solution set best suited to mitigate and/or transfer risks and protect enterprise value.

"It is a pivotal time in our economy, and we've kept our focus on how we can create value for our clients in this very difficult environment. We realized we can play a valuable role across the entire restructuring lifecycle," said Moyles. "Launching EPIC's Restructuring Services capabilities under the Financial Services division was a strategic decision. Our unique interdisciplinary team has the depth and breadth of experience to comprehensively assess and clearly identify the areas of risk and opportunities to drive business enterprise preservation," continued Moyles.

About EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants

EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property and 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 2,600 team members operating from 85 offices across the U.S., providing Property and Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to EPIC clients.

With run rate revenues greater than $730 million, EPIC ranks among the top 15 retail insurance brokers in the U.S. Backed and sponsored by Oak Hill Capital Partners, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country.

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

EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants, a retail property and casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that the firm has launched a Restructuring Services operation under its Financial Services division to support the restructuring process for distressed situations with risk mitigation and risk transfer insurance capital solutions.

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

Mira and the National Foundation for Cancer Research to expand COVID Care and tackle health disparities

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Mira, a healthcare company based in NYC, is partnering with the National Foundation for Cancer Research (NFCR) to provide COVID Care to cancer patients and caregivers, bringing healthcare closer to those who need it the most.

NFCR is a non-profit organization, dedicated to providing scientists in the lab the research funding they need to make game-changing discoveries in cancer treatments, detection and, ultimately, a cure for all types of cancer.

Mira is a platform for individuals without insurance to get affordable copays for everyday healthcare. Mira's COVID Care program helps take the pressure off of the local health systems by allowing patients to manage symptoms at home instead of seeking testing at emergency departments.

Together, NFCR and Mira will also create a Prevention and Wellness Access Program to bring affordable healthcare to the U.S.'s uninsured and underinsured population, which totaled 60 million before the coronavirus outbreak and has been increasing rapidly due to the high unemployment rates caused by the pandemic.

Bringing Healthcare Closer to Those Who Need It The Most

According to the latest news, COVID-19 is hitting underserved communities disproportionately harder than the rest. As cases of COVID-19 rise in the United States, health systems are stretching their capacity to take in high-risk patients--creating a vacuum for those who live in zip codes with a history of health disparities.

"The National Foundation for Cancer Research has a long history of funding not only high-risk and high-impact cancer research projects to advance life-saving new diagnosis and treatment breakthroughs, we have also dedicated tremendous efforts toward public education and cancer prevention for the general public," said Sujuan Ba, Ph.D., Founder and CEO of NFCR. "Before cures are found, early prevention and healthy lifestyle choices remain the best defense against cancer."

"Using health technology innovation to help cancer patients and their loved ones access affordable healthcare options is an important public service that NFCR promotes," continued Dr. Ba.

Mira created one of the first end-to-end care delivery solutions to help individuals screen and manage symptoms at home instead of seeking testing at emergency departments. Now, Mira is partnering with the National Foundation for Cancer Research (NFCR) to expand its program to help one of the most at-risk populations--cancer patients and their caregivers.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Mira has developed a 1-minute assessment to screen for COVID-19 symptoms and risk factors, based on the guidelines and protocols as recommended by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO). It provides reliable, timely information to patients and community members. This free, easy-to-use tool is accessible 24/7, offers a symptom checker, as well as provides options for a virtual visit and information on sheltering-in-place.

Based on the results, you will have an opportunity to connect with a resource center to determine the best next steps--whether it be home care, getting a virtual consultation or getting tested. The whole process could happen in less than 5 minutes.

"NFCR is very entrepreneurial in terms of advancing innovations," stated Khang Vuong, Founder and CEO of Mira. "Working with NFCR, we will have an opportunity to help more people identify symptoms of COVID-19, stay at home and flatten the curve."

Reaching more people will ultimately lead to less cases and starving out the virus. Many people who come to Mira have recently lost their jobs and have to choose between putting food on the table or getting healthcare.

About National Foundation for Cancer Research

NFCR is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides scientists in the lab the funding they need to make game-changing discoveries in cancer treatments, detection, prevention and, ultimately, a cure. NFCR has distinguished itself in the cancer research sector by emphasizing long-term, transformative research often overlooked by other major funding sources. With COVID-19 on the rise in the United States, they are looking now, more than ever, to serve those without healthcare, as well as high-risk patients. Learn more at: https://www.nfcr.org/

About Mira

Mira helps uninsured and underinsured get affordable healthcare. Besides COVID-19, members can also get affordable copays for preventive care, urgent care, mental health, lab tests, and prescriptions--services that are equally needed but inaccessible to those without insurance in this time of crisis. Learn more at: https://www.talktomira.com/

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*Image Caption: Mira allows individuals to screen and manage symptoms at home regardless of insurance status

Mira, a healthcare company based in NYC, is partnering with the National Foundation for Cancer Research (NFCR) to provide COVID Care to cancer patients and caregivers, bringing healthcare closer to those who need it the most.

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

TrueHero Extreme Coverage Face Shields, Made in the USA, are Available for the Medical Community and Other Front Liners

BROCTON, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- TrueHero(TM) Face Shields are the result of good old American ingenuity and the entrepreneurial spirit that drives our country. Recognizing that the need for such shields was only going to grow with the spread of COVID-19, plastics manufacturer, Jay Baker, of Jamestown Plastics, rallied his troops and, in a matter of days, designed and began manufacturing TrueHero(TM) Face Shields at his facility in Brocton, New York.

Today, TrueHero(TM) Face Shields are being used in New York City at the epicenter of the coronavirus pandemic and in a quickly growing number of states and even countries around the globe.

But, as demand continues to escalate, Baker continues to increase available supply. The fact is that politics and red tape are strangling the ability of those on the front lines to get the PPE they need.

If you know someone on the front lines that does not have access to adequate PPE protection, please direct them to the TrueHero website: https://trueheroshield.com/.

About the product:

TrueHero(TM) Face Shields are made of Clearon, a medical grade, optically clear PETG. Extremely lightweight and comfortable to wear, TrueHero Face Shields were designed in conjunction with medical professionals for extreme protection and all-day use. A flanged perimeter maximizes protection from the periphery. Multi-port exhaust channels release heat and moisture, yet preclude the entry of germs.

The shields offer full range visibility and employ hook-and-loop straps for infinite adjustability and a secure, set-it-and-forget-it fit. A peel-and-stick foam forehead liner enhances comfort. And, for a customized fit, the shield can be trimmed with scissors.

TrueHero(TM) Extreme Coverage Face Shields, extraordinary protection for extraordinary people. Thank you for all you do!

For more information, visit https://trueheroshield.com/
Images on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/trueheroshield/

Jamestown Plastics – one of the most highly diversified custom plastic companies in the world. Learn more at: https://www.jamestownplastics.com/

Media Contact:
Craig Zwilling
Jamestown Plastics
at 320-491-2918
or czwilling@jamestownplastics.com

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*Photo caption: Nurses wearing TrueHero brand Extreme Coverage Face Shields.

Note: Patent-pending TrueHero Shields are considered Personal Protection Equipment but do not carry FDA certification as a medical device.

TrueHero Face Shields are the result of good old American ingenuity and the entrepreneurial spirit that drives our country. Recognizing that the need for such shields was only going to grow with the spread of COVID-19, plastics manufacturer, Jay Baker, of Jamestown Plastics, rallied his troops and, in a matter of days, designed and began manufacturing TrueHero™ Face Shields at his facility.

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

FREEDOM FIT LAUNCHES FREE COVID-19 At-Home Workouts Filmed Across America in Iconic Outdoor Locations, Available for Free on YouTube

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Freedom Fit (https://freedom.fit) today announced their full-length workouts filmed all across America in beautiful locations would be available for free on their new YouTube channel Freedom Fit, in order to help people worldwide while in quarantine during COVID-19.

About a year ago, husband/wife team, Tyler and Jenny Ford (owners of Freedom.Fit) decided to take the ultimate road trip with their children in their trusty minivan from the west coast to the east coast. Filmmaker Tyler, loves to travel! Sitting for long periods of time is super hard for Jenny. She runs another successful YouTube fitness channel, so they came up with the perfect plan.

As they traveled across America, they stopped to film March (Walking) and Step Workouts at different iconic landmarks in each state, like Niagara Falls, the Statue of Liberty, Mt. Rushmore, Grand Teton National Park, USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park, and Monument Valley. When they originally filmed, they never imagined these workouts would be so meaningful to so many during COVID-19!

While filming at different locations, reactions were varied. Texans were super friendly at Cadillac Ranch, bystanders at the Las Vegas Welcome Sign were a little annoyed and baffled with what they were doing, and they almost got arrested at Mt. Rushmore, but it was worth it! Feedback from exercisers all over the world have been phenomenal!

Each full-length workout has been shot with a professional touch, complete with clear audio, clean visuals, and will take exercisers through a muscularly balanced mind/body session. Viewers can choose where they want to "go" each day, even take a "vacation" based on the state they desire. Jenny Ford has been featured in many prominent media outlets and with her approachable demeanor, and easy to follow instructing style, participants will have fun and achieve excellent results while protecting their health.

At this uncertain time, Freedom.fit's small contribution to the world is to release 50 free workouts in each of the 50 States on the new Freedom Fit YouTube channel for participants of all levels.

Learn more at: https://freedom.fit

Here's what a few of those participants have said about the workouts on social media:
* Love the workouts... marching and stepping from the Scottish Highlands. - Rosie Dora
* Oh my goodness I needed this workout "in" Hawaii! I miss travel so much and this made me feel better. - Sarah Carr
* Western Australia here - love your step and marches! Thank you! Stay safe xx - SMc Mc
* I am very much enjoying the March Across America. It is lovely to see beautiful scenery in the background especially when we are on lockdown. I live in the UK, thank you for sharing. - Ellie Moore

To learn more, find the Freedom Fit YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/freedomfit

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Media Contact
March and Step Across America Program
Tyler Ford
1-800-567-1776
contact@freedom.fit
https://freedom.fit

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Freedom Fit today announced their full-length workouts filmed all across America in beautiful locations would be available for free on their new YouTube channel Freedom Fit, in order to help people worldwide while in quarantine during COVID-19.

Related link: https://freedom.fit

The Future of Industrial and Civilian Protection Wear is Here

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Gattopardo USA Corp. is the company behind a new product launch for the first and only Parabellum Kevlar-wear designed for everyday concealed carry. Unlike nothing else on the market, this state-of-the-art protection and defense wear incorporates features that are not only high-tech, but stylish too.

An acclaimed team of veterans from the fields of fashion and defense have come together to develop and design the next generation of futuristic, fashionable and functional ready-to-wear for defense and non-defense professionals. And, in an effort to introduce the product to the mass market, it's launched a crowdfunding campaign on IndieGoGo.

"We're living in turbulent times and our Kevlar-wear delivers protection, performance and readiness for all walks of life," Diego Pipoli, CEO, Gattopardo. "We've tested our products with special forces in Europe and they were given an overwhelming seal of approval."

From laborers, medical personnel, EMTs and preppers to hunters, outdoor enthusiasts, police officers and more, these Kevlar jackets can be worn anywhere, anytime. They'll go from night to day; from the desert to the tundra; to the city and the country and all points in between.

Made in the U.S., this tactical wear combines Italian design with Japanese innovation. For men and women, high-tech features include a removable RFID pocket for keeping items such as credit cards, communication devices, GPS-locators and ID safe and secure. It's guaranteed that people cannot be geolocated, have their conversations captured or have their ID compromised in anyway. There's even a built-in heating system in select models.

Kevlar jackets are available in three different styles as well as a vest version. Options go from basic to super loaded. The jackets' interior is designed to evenly spread out the weight of firearms and tools around the upper body, so that people can move quickly while their firearms and tools stay firmly in place.

Gattopardo products are quite simply the new definition of protection and defense wear for professionals and non-professionals alike.

"There's just nothing else like this out there," Pipoli says. "We're confident that our products will exceed market expectations. And, there's more to come."

About Gattopardo

With more than 40 years of combined army and fashion industry (e.g., Giorgio Armani, Valentino, Ferragamo and Dolce & Gabbana) expertise, the professionals at Gattopardo understand what it takes to design products that defend while combining fit, quality, craftsmanship, comfort and style. In addition, top company executives have spent time in two elite units in the Italian Army and worked with Fabbrica d'armi Pietro Beretta. Their experience and backgrounds are unmatched in the industry.

"We're your best defense," Pipoli says.

A press kit is available here: https://drive.google.com/drive/u/3/folders/16gUjEc24e3ETgZBcKIgnoGa119MiV_R2

For more information:

Visit: https://www.gattopardo.nyc/

Follow: https://www.instagram.com/gattopardo.nyc/

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Gattopardo USA Corp. is the company behind a new product launch for the first and only Parabellum Kevlar-wear designed for everyday concealed carry. Unlike nothing else on the market, this state-of-the-art protection and defense wear incorporates features that are not only high-tech, but stylish too.

Related link: https://www.gattopardo.nyc/

9th Grade Student Delivering Hugs for Families and Loved Ones During Pandemic

HOMER, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- HuggyBox has helped thousands of friends and families stay connected since its inception in 2017. The product was invented by now fourteen-year-old Elena Barrett who runs the company. HuggyBox allows you to send a perforated tear off heart symbolizing a hug along with a heartfelt message to the intended recipient. Allowing the perfect way for those effected by this pandemic to feel connected.

HuggyBox is currently donating all proceeds to the Center for Disaster Philanthropy (CDP) to help support preparedness, containment efforts, response and recovery activities for those affected by COVID-19 and for the responders.

"Mental health is a large concern during this pandemic and HuggyBox allows family members and loved ones a way to connect across the miles," said Company President, Elena Barrett.

She adds, "HuggyBox can provide a positive impact by making a real difference in how people feel. I want people to feel connected, all while raising money to help combat COVID-19."

Features and benefits of HuggyBox include:
* Manufactured in Rochester, NY
* ECO friendly
* SOY based inks - Safe for all ages.

HuggyBox is available now, at $2.99. For more information on HuggyBox, visit https://www.huggybox.com/.

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*Photo caption: Founder Elena Barrett holding a HuggyBox with her heartfelt message to America.

HuggyBox has helped thousands of friends and families stay connected since its inception in 2017. The product was invented by now fourteen-year-old Elena Barrett who runs the company. HuggyBox allows you to send a perforated tear off heart symbolizing a hug along with a heartfelt message to the intended recipient.

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

Tenorshare Updates UltData for Android to Recover Deleted WhatsApp and Photos Without Root

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Tenorshare, a professional data recovery solution provider, has updated UltData for Android to recover deleted WhatsApp chat history and photos without root. It is the first to break technical difficulties and make Android Data Recovery so easy and safe. No software in the market has that feature recently.

As we know, in order to recover data from Android device(s), you need to get root access first. Rooting can put the phone at risk, for example, it will break warranty of the phone, and the system may become unstable. Not to mention there will be a great chance of failure to root the phone. That makes the recovery process rather a hassle. No need to worry now. Tenorshare released updated version of UltData for Android to address this problem. It can help you recover data more securely. No data loss. No warranty damages.

What are the new updates?

Recover data without root. The newest feature of new UltData for Android is free of root. Simply connect your phone to your PC and you can quickly and safely recover lost data without downloading additional root applications, which makes it significantly stand out from the rest of the software. And it is widely applicable to major brand phone models, such as Samsung, Huawei, Moto Z etc. More phone models will be supported in the near future.

Other features have been updated including:

High recovery success rate and quality. The recovery success rate and quality are greatly improved than before. It is now the best among the competitors.

Multi-Language supported. The software has included 10 languages like English, German, Spanish, Italian, etc., and also introduces Arabic, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese.

Improved interface. New UI interface design, very simple and easy to operate.

Price and Availability:

New UltData for Android 6.0.0. is available now for $35.95 per month. Users can buy the more economic version for $39.95 per year.

Learn more: https://www.tenorshare.com/products/android-data-recovery.html

About Tenorshare

Founded in 2007, Tenorshare has been the leader in iOS & Android data and system recovery. It provides the perfect solution for iOS & Android data recovery, data transfer, system repair, and more.

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TenorshareOfficial/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Tenorshare
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/TenorshareOfficial/videos

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Tenorshare, a professional data recovery solution provider, has updated UltData for Android to recover deleted WhatsApp chat history and photos without root. It is the first to break technical difficulties and make Android Data Recovery so easy and safe. No software in the market has that feature recently.

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

EPIC Adds Matthew Marmorek as National Practice Leader, Global (Non-U.S.) Employee Benefits

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Matthew Marmorek has joined the firm as National Practice Leader, Global (Non-U.S.) Employee Benefits.

Marmorek has worked in the international employee benefits industry for almost two decades. He specializes in developing innovative solutions to help multinational organizations meet their global employee benefit needs. He has extensive experience guiding clients through the implementation of financing vehicles such as multinational pooling, global underwriting, and captive arrangements, both on and off-shore including medical, non-medical and pension coverage.

Marmorek brings deep carrier relations and has worked with a network of international brokers to assist with ex-patriate, third country and local national population placements. His expertise will bring a new level of strength to the Employee Benefits team within EPIC.

At the start of his international benefits career, Marmorek grew and managed a large customer portfolio within the multinational benefits unit of a major U.S. based global insurer providing solutions in over 100 countries. Prior to joining EPIC, Marmorek was with Zurich Insurance Group. While there he assisted in the launch of their US based Expatriate Solutions Unit, oversaw new business development and acted as a liaison for key external partnerships. His experience provides him with a unique and specialized understanding of the global employee benefits landscape.

Marmorek earned a Bachelor of Science degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison. He is a licensed life and health underwriter.

Said Craig Hasday, President, National Employee Benefits Practice, "Early in my career, I worked with Matt on a global pooling arrangement for one of my first global clients and was very impressed with his knowledge and professionalism. Our organization needs world-class talent to provide our clients and consultants with the most innovative and cost-effective solutions in this unique space. Matt brings to EPIC the necessary skills, knowledge and commitment and I am pleased to welcome him to EPIC."

Matthew Marmorek can be reached at:
matthew.marmorek[at]epicbrokers.com
646.515.7600(m)

About EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants

EPIC Holdings, Inc. is the corporate parent overseeing investments across the entire EPIC platform. The firm's core retail insurance brokerage business, EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants, now has more than 2,600 team members operating from more than 80 offices across the U.S., providing Property and Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs, and Private Client solutions to EPIC clients.

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 ranks among the top 15 retail insurance brokers in the U.S. Backed and sponsored by Oak Hill Capital Partners, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country. For additional information, please visit https://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 Matthew Marmorek has joined the firm as National Practice Leader, Global (Non-U.S.) Employee Benefits.

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

Singer-Songwriter, Joe Iadanza Brings 1970s-inspired Aesthetic to the Southeast on Tour March 19-26, 2020

LONG ISLAND, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- In support of his latest album, "COMMON MAN," Long Island-based singer/songwriter Joe Iadanza will embark on his first tour of the southeastern United States in over ten years. Beginning on March 19, 2020, in Baltimore, Maryland, stops on this tour also include: Richmond, Virginia; Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina, Chapel Hill, N.C.; Greensboro, N.C., and Marshall, N.C.

With words and music by Iadanza, "Common Man" is Joe's third studio album following his critically-acclaimed debut, "Traveling Salesman" (2008), and sophomore follow up, "All in Good Time" (2010), both of which resulted in extensive touring in the U.S. and Europe.

"Music is the way I process the world. It's how I process the emotions that I feel - the happenings, the ups and downs, the good and the bad, and the love and the sorrows and the pain. I take that and I channel all of that emotion into music and song. Hopefully, I share that with you in a way so that it touches you, and so that you can feel it and how it relates to your own life," said Iadanza.

Born of Italian immigrants and union activists, Joe Iadanza understands the passionate struggle of the American dream. With a voice that recalls Cat Stevens and Harry Chapin, and songs that hearken to the impassioned storytelling of Springsteen and Leonard Cohen, this Long Island native's music is rooted in classic folk: honest and raw.

Details and tickets (when available) for all of these shows can be found by visiting Iadanza's website at: https://www.joeiadanza.com/.

Tour Dates:
March 19, 2020 Baltimore, MD,
at The Living Stage at Hotel RL - Baltimore Inner Harbor

March 20, 2020 Richmond, VA,
at Downward Dog Dance, Yoga and Wellness
An Evening of Songs, Spirit, and Conversation with Joe Iadanza

March 21, 2020 Kill Devil Hills, OBX, North Carolina,
at Ascension Studios - Solo Acoustic Concert

March 24, 2020 Chapel Hill, NC,
at Imbibe - Tuesday Songwriter's Night

March 25, 2020 Greensboro, NC,
at Common Grounds - Joe Iadanza Solo

March 26, 2020 Marshall, NC,
at MIX Listening Room - Joe Iadanza and Hannah Kaminer (Asheville, NC) - split bill show

"Common Man" is available to purchase now on CD, Vinyl, and can be heard streaming on all major platforms, including Spotify and Apple Music.

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*Caption: Singer/Songwriter Joe Iadanza.

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/joeiadanza/sets/common-man

VIDEO (YouTube): https://youtu.be/06S6xBsnFvA

In support of his latest album, "COMMON MAN," Long Island-based singer/songwriter Joe Iadanza will embark on his first tour of the southeastern United States in over ten years.

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

Award Winning Brand Architect and Marketing Mogul Ericka Pittman announces the release of her highly anticipated memoir

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Oracle Group International announces the publication of "WHAT MOMMY NEVER TOLD YOU: A Woman's Guide to the Next Phase of Life" (Scribe Publishing; Paperback; March 2020; $25; ISBN: 978-1734194708) by award-winning, brand architect and entrepreneur Ericka Pittman.

Ericka Pittman has been marketing and developing brands for over 20 years, becoming an expert in brand building with specialization in lifestyle branding and positioning. Her campaigns and initiatives have reached across genres, creating a bridge between influencers, artists, celebrities, brands and most importantly consumers.

"What Mommy Never Told You" provides alternative options in order to create success on your terms once the guidance, direction, and checklists of society expire. This book is meant to be an exploration of a woman's journey beyond the general rules and guidelines of adolescence, opening up a broader lens to the possibilities of the next stage in life.

While there are numerous examples of phenomenal women who have achieved unprecedented success in business, and even greater success in work/life balance, there are limited platforms for women embarking on their "next phase" of life.

"The challenges and successes that I have experienced on this journey have taught me so many things," says Ms. Pittman. "The good, the bad, and the ugly. I want to share that knowledge I've gained in life through the stories and lessons I have included with love in the chapters of this scribe. This book is for every woman who has a dream. This book represents triumph over transition."

Pittman provides readers with her unique business acumen to inspire those who want to learn what it takes to reach prestigious heights professionally. Pittman has held titles at media companies such as Time, Inc., Vibe Media Group and Conde Nast before transitioning to the Blue Flame Agency where she sat as the VP of Marketing.

She adds, "I want all women to experience their greatest truth and realize their potential."

Ms. Pittman will embark on a national tour with The Power of N.O.W (No Other Way to get things done) events in select cities. The Power of N.O.W series, curated by Ericka utilizes the principles outlined in the book in forums that will inspire and educate women how to take back their power in the present and start immediately manifesting the life they want right N.O.W.

"What Mommy Never Told You" is currently available for pre-order at https://www.erickapittman.com/.

Twitter: @WMNTYBOOK @erickampittman

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*Photo caption: Cover, "What Mommy Never Told You," by Ericka Pittman.

The Oracle Group International announces the publication of "WHAT MOMMY NEVER TOLD YOU: A Woman's Guide to the Next Phase of Life" (Scribe Publishing; Paperback; March 2020; $25; ISBN: 978-1734194708) by award-winning, brand architect and entrepreneur Ericka Pittman.

Related link: http://theoraclegroupinc.net/

Take Social Risk, Judgment, and Fear Out of The Equation

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Dr. Lauren Goodall, Psychologist, author of "Bipolar is not an STD" (ISBN: 978-1089401507), is pleased by the strong interest, relatability, and response that have been triggered by her book. Goodall attributes sales of the self-help book to her ability to deliver and connect with her audience. She is currently organizing dates/times/locations for discussion series and signings.

Goodall states, "If you follow current economic events, then you become quickly aware that any little bit of information or misinformation can get airtime, and can cause a real knee jerk reaction with investors. With investors and consumers alike, no one appreciates misinformation, intended or unintended. Bad information is always in line first to get exploited. And, not surprisingly, a catastrophic domino effect follows closely behind."

Dr. Goodall explains, "I wrote the book, 'Bipolar IS Not An STD' to help make breakthroughs for better understanding what mood disorders are, where they come from (generally not where people are thinking), and getting rid of useless, exploitive information. Pieces of truth mixed with fiction, that's the birthmother of stigma. Stigma never helped anyone, kind of like that relative that shows up for holiday, they don't bring anything, and they complain that the food is too hot, too cold, or not cooked right. Stigma is the unwelcome visitor that basically just gets in the way."

Goodall further states that stigma becomes the creaky door to the dark tunnel of the underground. In the mental health field, the dark underground becomes the masses who don't get help because they don't want any association with judgment. In Goodall's book, she says, "I take judgment and fear out of the equation, and replace it with usable and understandable information."

"I'm not a fan of misdiagnosis, and mood disorders and Bipolar are often misdiagnosed, which often puts them with less effective medications and treatment options."

Watch for upcoming dates for Dr. Goodall's discussion and upcoming book signings.

"Bipolar is not an STD," is currently released and available in softcover thru Amazon. Also, all major book and E-book retailers. Dr. Goodall is available for interviews and lectures by contacting her via her Email: Drlaurengoodall@gmail.com

Media Contact:
Dr Lauren Goodall
Drlaurengoodall@gmail.com

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Dr. Lauren Goodall, Psychologist, author of "Bipolar is not an STD" (ISBN: 978-089401507), is pleased by the strong interest, relatability, and response that have been triggered by her book. Goodall attributes sales of the self-help book to her ability to deliver and connect with her audience.

Related link: https://drlaurengoodall.com/

EPIC Announces Tim Brenneman as President and National Private Client Practice Leader

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- EPIC announced today that Tim Brenneman has been named President and National Private Client Practice Leader for its newly reorganized National Private Client Practice team reporting to Executive Chairman and Co-Founder John Hahn. "Tim is a well-known and respected leader in this space having built a formidable Private Client business for Cook Maran and Prime Risk. We are very excited about our strategy to change the game from a legacy transactional play to one of high touch concierge consultative services as well as creative risk management solutions for High Net Worth clients."

The national practice reinforces EPIC's commitment to personal and private client business and will support the company's aggressive growth plans in this space. EPIC's regional offices today provide insurance consultation and protection to more than 45,000 individuals nationwide. In addition to the core protections of auto, home, and liability, a unique offering designed to protect emerging risks including cyber, D&O, reputational risk, and investor fraud will allow clients to customize protection around their individual risk profile.

Brenneman recently joined EPIC after Prime Risk Partners was acquired by the firm in November 2019. He spent the past 30 years as the personal and private client business leader for Cook Maran & Associates, a regional brokerage based out of East Hampton, NY and with offices throughout New York and New Jersey.

Said Tim Brenneman: "We already have regional teams with tremendous capabilities and this will be an opportunity to build a best practices organization around a national sales, service, and support structure. We have great potential and I couldn't be more excited to get started."

About EPIC Holdings

EPIC Holdings, Inc. is the corporate parent overseeing investments across the entire EPIC platform. The firm's core retail insurance brokerage business, EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants, now has more than 2,600 team members operating from more than 80 offices across the U.S., providing Property and Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs, and Private Client solutions to EPIC clients.

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 ranks among the top 15 retail insurance brokers in the U.S. Backed and sponsored by Oak Hill Capital Partners, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country. For additional information, please visit https://www.epicbrokers.com/.

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EPIC announced today that Tim Brenneman has been named President and National Private Client Practice Leader for its newly reorganized National Private Client Practice team reporting to Executive Chairman and Co-Founder John Hahn.

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

Zepet Releases New Single ‘Call Me When You Break Up’

BROOKLYN, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Pop rock artist Zepet specializes in the sunny indie pop that dominated the airwaves in the early 2000's. His latest single release, "Call Me When You Break Up," is joyously melancholy and filled to the brim with memorable melodies.

With its jangly guitars and Beatles inspired hooks, "Call Me When You Break Up" wears its influences on its sleeve while establishing Zepet's individual voice.

His charming vocal delivery is in the spotlight, bittersweet and supported by shimmering harmonies that give it a timeless appeal.

Zepet gives fans of classic songwriting everything they could possibly ask for, and this gem of a single is sure to win him legions of new fans.

The single is accompanied by a fun video that echoes the song's lyrics about friends that change when they enter a relationship.

Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/6UnjeQ65sH3THJcthtZDT8?si=OsDA-36jRNSkUfvtUH9ZwA

Social Media Links:
Twitter: @Zepet_ -- https://twitter.com/Zepet_
Instagram: @Zepet_ -- https://www.instagram.com/zepet_/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ZepetG/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/Zepet

Learn more at https://www.zepet.co/

VIDEO (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OB1vajz2zb8

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*Image caption: Cover, "Call Me When You Break Up."

Pop rock artist Zepet specializes in the sunny indie pop that dominated the airwaves in the early 2000's. His latest single release, "Call Me When You Break Up," is joyously melancholy and filled to the brim with memorable melodies.

Related link: https://www.zepet.co/

EPIC Adds Trent Sullivan as a Producer in the firm’s Edgewood Healthcare Advisors Practice

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Trent Sullivan has joined the firm as a Producer in the firm's Edgewood Healthcare Advisors' Practice.

Sullivan will be responsible for new business development and the design and management of healthcare risk and insurance programs for clients. Sullivan brings over 20 years of experience in healthcare and municipal risk with successes in implementing creative and cost-effective solutions. Sullivan joins from OneDigital in Farmington, Connecticut.

Said Susan Tewhill, National Managing Principal, "Trent's extensive healthcare risk management background in both the client, carrier and consultant settings, as well as his in-depth understanding of the complex healthcare marketplace will provide immediate and long-term value to our clients. We are excited to add Trent to our growing national healthcare practice team."

"Trent's healthcare experience and successes in both the consultative and client roles will be of great value to our Edgewood Healthcare Advisor clients. We have thoughtfully built this practice with key players who share a common drive to provide exceptional solutions and service and I could not be more excited to have Trent join our team," said Matt LeBlanc, Edgewood Healthcare Advisor's Managing Principal.

Trent Sullivan can be reached at:
trent.sullivan@epicbrokers.com
860-713-8211(m)
860-521-8555(w)

About EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants

EPIC Holdings, Inc. is the corporate parent overseeing investments across the entire EPIC platform. The firm's core retail insurance brokerage business, EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants, now has more than 2,600 team members operating from more than 80 offices across the U.S., providing Property and Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs, and Private Client solutions to EPIC clients.

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 ranks among the top 15 retail insurance brokers in the U.S. Backed and sponsored by Oak Hill Capital Partners, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country.

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

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*Image caption: Logo, Edgewood Healthcare Advisors, a division of EPIC.

EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Trent Sullivan has joined the firm as a Producer in the firm's Edgewood Healthcare Advisors' Practice.

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

JH ARTS CORP. Presents South Korean Pianist Dr. Bong-A Jung Debut Recital at Weill Recital Hall – Carnegie Hall Feb. 20, 8 p.m.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- JH ARTS CORP. announces that Dr. Bong-A Jung, 1st prize winner at the Pi Kappa Lambda Music Competition and recipient of the Olga Gagliardi Getto Award, is making her Carnegie Hall debut as a solo recitalist on Thursday, February 20, 2020, at 8 p.m. The grand pianist has appeared previously at Carnegie Hall but as a chamber musician.

"Dr. Bong-A Jung is in possession of exceptional sensitivity, personality and deep musical color," said World-class pianist Andre Watts.

This outstanding musician is a player of both poise and power, bringing exceeding grace and weight to any dynamic rich gemstone of classical music she selects to offer an audience.

Jung has performed internationally and nationally in prestigious venues and presentations, including the Gilmore Keyboard Festival, the Naru Arts Center in South Korea, the Detroit Institute of Arts, and Rock Hall in Philadelphia. She also has collaborated with leading instrumentalists, singers and symphonies throughout South Korea and the United States. She was the 2nd Prize winner of the American Proteigei International Competition of Romantic Music 2014 in New York. Her forward thinking and progressive musical interests also inspired her to become a co-founder of the distinguished and highly unique jazz and classical collaborative project, The Zamar Ensemble.

Jung has performed internationally and nationally in prestigious venues and presentations, including the Gilmore Keyboard Festival, the Naru Arts Center in South Korea, the Detroit Institute of Arts, and Rock Hall in Philadelphia. She also has collaborated with leading instrumentalists, singers and symphonies throughout South Korea and the United States.

She was the 2nd Prize winner of the American Proteigei International Competition of Romantic Music 2014 in New York. Her forward thinking and progressive musical interests also inspired her to become a co-founder of the distinguished and highly unique jazz and classical collaborative project, The Zamar Ensemble.

Dr. Jung currently serves as piano faculty of the Orange County School of Arts in southern California.

Connoisseurs of fine classical music in the New York and New Jersey jurisdictions will not want to miss the opportunity to experience Dr. Bong-A Jung's Carnegie Hall debut as a solo piano recitalist.

EVENT INFORMATION:
Thursday, Feb 20th at 8 p.m. | Weill Recital Hall in Carnegie Hall, 881 Seventh Avenue - New York, NY 10019

Concert Tickets start at $25 / Student Tickets - $15

Available for purchase at Carnegie Hall tickets / Weill Recital Hall - Dr. Bong-A Jung tickets: https://www.carnegiehall.org/Cart/Event-Seating?itemNumber=38896#/

Additional concert information and artist bio are available to http://www.jhartcorp.com/

CONCERT PROGRAM

Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827) / Sonata No. 13 in E-flat major Op. 27 No. 1, "Quasi una Fantasia"
Andante
Allegro molto e vivace
Adagio con espressione
Allegro vivace

Nikolai Kapustin (1973b) / Variations, Op. 41
Modest Mussorgsky (1839-1881) / Pictures at an Exhibition

Promenade
Gnomus
Promenade
Il vecchiocastello
Promenade
Tuileroies (Dispute d'enfants apres jeux)
Bydło
Promenade
Ballet of Unhatched Chicks
Samuel Goldenberg and Schmuÿle
Promenade
Limoges. Le marché (La grande nouvelle)
Catacombae (Sepulcrumromanum)
Con mortuis in lingua mortua
The Hut on Hen's Legs (Baba Yaga)
The Bogatyr Gates (In the Capital in Kiev)

PAST PERFORMANCES
Dalton Center, Kalamazoo, MI
Wharton Center, East Lansing, MI
Detroit Institute of Arts, Detroit, MI
The Cook Hall, East Lansing, MI
The Rock Hall, Philadelphia, PA
Naru Arts Center, South Korea
Buam Art Center, South Korea
The Gilmore Keyboard Festival, Kalamazoo, MI

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Photo caption: South Korean Classical Pianist Dr. Bong-A Jung.

*VIDEO (YouTube):
https://youtu.be/0Ct-G2pDGpI

JH ARTS CORP. announces that Dr. Bong-A Jung, 1st prize winner at the Pi Kappa Lambda Music Competition and recipient of the Olga Gagliardi Getto Award, is making her Carnegie Hall debut as a solo recitalist on Thursday, February 20, 2020, at 8 p.m. The grand pianist has appeared previously at Carnegie Hall but as a chamber musician.

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

Fluid Metering Announces New Exclusive Distributor in Australia

SYOSSET, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Fluid Metering Inc. is pleased to announce John Morris Group as the new exclusive distributor of precision fluid control solutions across the South Pacific Region.

John Morris Group, located in Chatswood, New South Wales specialize in the supply, installation & servicing of precision instruments covering diverse industry sectors and a proud tradition of building hand-in-hand relationships with the world's leading manufacturers of scientific equipment.

The benefits of this new partnership include:
* John Morris Group has a national office network with local personnel across Australia and New Zealand, providing expertise in sales, service and technical support.
* Our broad range of corporate and institutional customers and our local marketing expertise will provide FMI with a range of new opportunities in the South Pacific region
* A shared blend of over 120 years of experience, innovation and core values delivering the best advice, quality and service.

"We're excited about the opportunity this agreement with Fluid Metering Inc. provides for our customers," says Jeff Tyson, General Manager at John Morris Group. "It's a pleasure to add another manufacturer of high-quality products to our range."

Robert Morin, Vice President, Commercial Operations at Fluid Metering, Inc. said "These are exciting times for Fluid Metering, we continue to develop world class portfolio of precision pumps and build a global network of robust distributors. To the latter, we couldn't be happier than to have such as robust distributor as John Morris Group representing Fluid Metering in Australia and New Zealand."

About Fluid Metering Inc.

Fluid Metering continues to be a leader in the manufacturing of valve-less ceramic dispensers and metering pumps with strategic focus in the life science market space. Proudly, incorporating 61 years of OEM design and experience to meet customer specific application requirements with Accuracy, Precision & Reliability!

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

Media Contact Information:
Name: Denise Sternbach
Phone: 516-922-6050 xt.113
Denise.Sternbach@fmipump.com

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Fluid Metering Inc. is pleased to announce John Morris Group as the new exclusive distributor of precision fluid control solutions across the South Pacific Region.

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

‘Les Boites Noires’ is a striking new play about the life of a Haitian family in the Big Apple, to debut at the NY Theatre Festival

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Papa Jean is an actor, writer, playwright, and content creator from New York City. He has a distinctive cultural background with a strong focus on portraying the voice of the Haitian community. Inspired by his family descent, he recently created a poignant new play, which ties into his background and the life of immigrants in this day and age.

The project is titled "Les Boites Noires," and it tells the story of a family who left their native homeland, Haiti, to relocate to NYC. The play blurs the lines between comedy and drama and offers light-hearted moments contrasting with deeper and more personal segments.

The audience can relate to the struggles of immigrants who made such a life-changing transition and had to deal with the challenges of adapting to a new environment without losing track of their ancestral traditions. Is it possible to stay connected with your home culture, and still adapt to the American culture?

This remarkable play deals with these very real issues in a way that is so engaging and easy for people from all walks of life to connect to.

Papa Jean is personally invested in this story, and he is the perfect spokesperson for people, especially those of Haitian and Caribbean backgrounds, who are unfortunately not often seen on stages to tell their important stories.

"Les Boites Noires" is going to debut in occasion of the NY Theatre Festival, with shows on 2/17 at 9 p.m., as well as 2/19 at 9 p.m., and 2/22 at 6:45 p.m.

The play will be showcased at The Hudson Guild Theater, 441 West 26th Street, New York, NY, 10001.

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

Contact info@papajeanrepublik.com

Papa Jean is an actor, writer, playwright, and content creator from New York City. He has a distinctive cultural background with a strong focus on portraying the voice of the Haitian community. Inspired by his family descent, he recently created a poignant new play, which ties into his background and the life of immigrants in this day and age.

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

EPIC Continues Expansion of Employee Benefits Practice with a new Pharmacy Practice Leader

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today they are continuing to expand their employee benefits resources with the addition of a new Pharmacy Practice Leader, Bob Eisendrath. We are also pleased to announce that we have promoted Craig Hasday to President, National Employee Benefits Practice leader and Cindy Santangelo to National Voluntary Benefits Practice Leader.

Bob Eisendrath brings a strong background in pharmacy benefit management. He brings experience both in sales and national account management, with CVS Caremark for 20 years where he was most recently Area Vice President for Coalition Business. "The addition of Bob will further strengthen our Pharmacy consulting practice as he leads the team through the rapidly changing legislative and therapeutic landscape as our clients grapple with increasing pharmacy prices, one of the most problematic components of escalating cost," said Craig Hasday, National Employee Benefits Practice Leader.

Craig Hasday has been promoted to President, National Employee Benefits Leader. Said Steve Denton, President, EPIC Holdings, "For the past eighteen months, Craig has led EPIC's National Employee Benefits Operations Board. In that role, Craig has worked closely with the geographic employee benefits leaders and has done an incredible job bringing our national teams together."

During this time, EPIC has seen increased communication and enhancements across the board in service offerings for our clients. Further, EPIC has seen great improvement in revenue growth, profitability, and integration of its vast employee benefits platform. Employee Benefits revenue of over $170 million which represents over 20% of EPIC's retail revenue.

Promoting Cindy Santangelo to the new national role as lead of EPIC's Voluntary Benefits practice highlights EPIC's growing focus on the changing workplace dynamic of offering personalized benefits. Santangelo has been with EPIC for 12 years and spent the past 5 years building and growing the Voluntary Benefits practice within EPIC's national Employee Benefit platform. She brings a wealth of knowledge to her role in employee paid worksite benefits consulting as she fully understands how to create a customized program to meet individualized needs.

"We are fortunate to have someone with her expertise on our team to support our clients and other EPIC consultants," said John Gaffney, VP. National Employee Benefits Operations.

About EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants

EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property and 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 2,600 team members operating from more than 70 offices across the U.S., providing Property and Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to EPIC clients.

With run rate revenues greater than $730 million, EPIC ranks among the top 15 retail insurance brokers in the U.S. Backed and sponsored by Oak Hill Capital Partners, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country. For additional information, please visit https://www.epicbrokers.com/.

EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today they are continuing to expand their employee benefits resources with the addition of a new Pharmacy Practice Leader, Bob Eisendrath.

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

Indie-Rock Singer-Songwriter Ryan Chernin Releases Moving New Single, ‘FaceTime’

BROOKLYN, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Indie-rock singer-songwriter Ryan Chernin, whose debut single on Inhuman Records, "Look Right," rocketed up to 25 on Mediabase's AC Chart, just under Ariana Grande's "Breathin," has just released an edgy new single for 2020, "FaceTime."

Listen to Chernin's new single here: https://youtu.be/9q_jjv-E32U

His debut single also climbed to 24 on Digital Radio Tracker's Top 150. These two chart-notching achievements for the 26-year-old musician are almost unheard-of for a new indie artist and intimate the likelihood of another remarkable success for "FaceTime."

The moving new release tells of a young man who longs for FaceTime with a woman he loves, but when he is finally face-to-face with her, he finds himself with the crushing realization that he is at a loss for words. The shattering experience is sure to resonate with an enormous audience.

"FaceTime" features Ryan's virtuosic guitar playing, which goes beyond familiar riffs to provide inventive melodic lines. His voice is custom-made for pop-rock exuding tantalizing timbers, warm and quixotic tones, and captivating sonic flair.

Chernin is also a designer and crafter of custom guitars.

Chernin's first chart-climbing song and promising new release are both taken from his striking debut album, "You Know Who You Are," an evocative collection of daringly introspective songs about the uncertainties and questions we all experience in love and loss. The captivating storytelling and deeply felt observations are presented in Chernin's distinctive stylistic blend of folk music inspired by the signature sounds of the 60s and 70s and by contemporary indie rock.

The songs are punctuated with unpredictable excursions and insights reminiscent of Paul Simon in such classic songs as "The Sounds of Silence."

Chernin's guitar wizardry weaves perfectly with the raw insight of his lyrics, which span the emotional spectrum from dark self-reflection to danceable celebrations. His inviting pop-rock vocal style demonstrates a stunning range, as he moves smoothly between his evocative falsetto and his sometimes soaring, sometimes almost ineffably expressive baritone

The indie label Inhuman Records, which released his debut album and two singles from it, is a Brooklyn-based art collective founded by Ryan Chernin. It brings together talented friends and artists and explores exciting opportunities to collaborate.

Ryan's Music Videos - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJDwjR7LIMN4dnVI5sDtbzw

Chart-crashing debut single, "Look Right" - https://youtu.be/n4snp53scsc

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Indie-rock singer-songwriter Ryan Chernin, whose debut single on Inhuman Records, "Look Right," rocketed up to 25 on Mediabase's AC Chart, just under Ariana Grande's "Breathin," has just released an edgy new single for 2020, "FaceTime." His debut single also climbed to 24 on Digital Radio Tracker's Top 150.

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

Conch Shell Productions and Milton G. Bassin PAC Announce 2nd Annual Hear Her Call Caribbean-American Women’s Theater Festival

QUEENS, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Conch Shell Productions - in collaboration with Milton G. Bassin Performing Arts Center at York College - will present the second annual HEAR HER CALL CARIBBEAN-AMERICAN WOMEN'S THEATER FESTIVAL 2020 Thursday March 5 - Saturday March 7, 2020.

The festival is a celebration of the diverse viewpoints of Caribbean American female playwrights and filmmakers. Featured American playwrights include women of various Caribbean heritages: Wendy Arimah (Trinidad), Ingrid Griffith (Guyana), Amina Henry (Jamaica), Nancy Mendez-Booth (Puerto Rico), Myra M. McPhee (Bahamas), and Magaly Colimon-Christopher (Haiti).

In addition, the festival will feature a program of short films curated by Caribbean Film Academy's (CaFA).

"This festival makes me proud to be Caribbean-American" - festival participant.

Hear Her Call 2020 will take place at MILTON G. BASSIN PERFORMING ARTS CENTER at YORK COLLEGE, 94-45 Guy R. Brewer Boulevard, Jamaica New York March 5-March 7, 2020.

Showtimes: Thursday, March 5 and Friday, March 6: 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, March 7: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. The festival will feature staged readings, full productions, film screenings of new works by Caribbean-American women; Q&A's; panel discussions; local craft/arts/food vendors...and more.

HEAR HER CALL 2020 is made possible (in part) by the support of Milton G. Bassin Performance Arts Center at York College.

For tickets and more information, go to: https://conchshellproductions.com/hear-her-call-2020

ABOUT CONCH SHELL PRODUCTIONS
Established in 2018, the mission of Conch Shell Productions is to develop and produce new works by playwrights and screenwriters of Caribbean heritage living in America that inspire social change.

ABOUT MILTON G. BASSIN PAC
The MGBPAC hosts a multi-cultural arts series featuring nationally and internationally renowned artists. It is our mission to bring exceptional, affordable events to the Jamaica Queens community to deepen the cultural profile. Here at the MGBPAC our vision is to inspire, nurture, challenge, amaze, educate and empower the audience to have open minds and hearts through the arts.

ABOUT CARIBBEAN FILM ACADEMY
Established in 2012, CaFA, is a non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion and support of Caribbean filmmaking and filmmakers, in the region and the diaspora. CaFA's work is focused on promoting and sharing the art of storytelling through film from the unique perspective of the Caribbean.

VIDEO (YouTube):
https://youtu.be/uMM5s_FvOqQ

Conch Shell Productions - in collaboration with Milton G. Bassin Performing Arts Center at York College - will present the second annual HEAR HER CALL CARIBBEAN-AMERICAN WOMEN'S THEATER FESTIVAL 2020 Thursday March 5 - Saturday March 7, 2020.

Related link: https://conchshellproductions.com/