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ArteQuesta Artist Evan Skrederstu announces collaboration with author Ryan Gattis on new, hard hitting novel ‘All Involved’

MILL VALLEY, Calif., April 15, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ArteQuesta, a fine arts investment company, today announces that "Ernie's Last Ride," a piece by Evan Skrederstu, a Los Angeles-based artist and member of art collective UGLARworks (Unified Group of Los Angeles Residents), has been featured in fellow UGLARworks member Ryan Gattis's latest novel, "All Involved" (ISBN: 978-0062378798).

Told through the eyes of 17 different narrators, "All Involved" is a heartbreaking and compelling account of the infamous 1992 L.A. Riots. Skrederstu's piece, "Ernie's Last Ride" is a striking snapshot from the penultimate fifth day of the riots and captures book character FREER's masterful homage to his fallen friend Ernie.

Described as "symphonic" and "astounding," "All Involved" was released to rave reviews on April 7, 2015 and is currently being translated into French, German, Spanish, Portuguese (Brasil), Swedish, Dutch and other languages. In addition to this, Evan Skrederstu and Ryan Gattis are set to embark on a U.S. book tour later this month in support of their collaborative work.

For more information about the book tour, visit: http://ryangattis.com/collaborations/book-tour/ .

For more information about artist Evan Skrederstu, visit: http://artequesta.com/evan-skrederstu.html .

About ArteQuesta:

ArteQuesta helps individuals, families, companies and institutions build investment quality art collections. We help clients discover new art and artists; get access to art not available to the public; advise on purchases and sales; provide first-class provenance services; buy and sell; keep them up to date on trends, new artists and exhibitions worldwide.

Founder Rayah Levy brings years of expertise in the art market as an advisor, curator, educator and humanitarian to bring together the fine arts and the investment world and promote preeminent 21st century artists. Learn more at: http://www.artequesta.com/.

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AquaSonic Wave Adds Sparkle to Daytime Emmy Awards

LOS ANGELES, Calif., April 15, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- This year's Daytime Emmy's stars will walk away with trophies and accolades as well as learning about a revolutionary new invention, The AquaSonic Wave. Co-created by Dean Kamen, creator of the Segway, and Master Jeweler David Bellman, the AquaSonic Wave provides a novel, time-effective way to keep diamonds and other precious jewelry sparkling like new.

Celebrities at the 42nd annual Daytime Emmy(R) Awards will be introduced to the AquaSonic Wave at the event and many of the VIPs will receive their own personal units as gifts. The show takes place Sunday, April 26, 2015, and is being held on the Warner Bros. Studio lot in Burbank, Calif. Hosted by Tyra Banks, it will be broadcast live on poptv.com.

Just picked up by high-end retailer Brookstone, the AquaSonic Wave system is rapidly garnering favorable attention from those in the know in the jewelry business.

"You see, the dirty little secret of the industry is that most people's jewelry is very dirty," Bellman states. "It also is a prime carrier of bacteria at a level so high that it can create a serious health hazard for people in their personal and public lives. The AquaSonic Wave introduces an inexpensive, cost effective way to clean jewelry at the professional level, right in the comfort of your home," Bellman adds.

"I've owned one of the top 50 jewelry stores in America for over thirty years," Bellman notes. "I've always been amazed at how much my customer's jewelry was in need of professional level cleaning. Dean Kamen and I used all of our combined expertise and experiences to come up with a modern, usable approach to cleaning diamonds and other precious jewelry. The AquaSonic Wave is a game changer."

Bellman will be in attendance at the Daytime Emmys to help explain and service the gifting to Emmy winners and nominees. "I'm coming from the snowy East Coast to enjoy the California sunshine and help share the ASW with the stars of television. It should be sparkling, clean fun."

For more information, visit http://www.aquasonicwave.com/ or https://www.facebook.com/aquasonicwave1 .

Video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/olFgTrBEdyY .

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Internet of Things (IoT) Presents Threat to Aviation Safety, According to Cybersecurity Expert

ALEXANDRIA, Va., April 14, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The emerging Internet of Things (IoT) will expose the global aviation industry to vulnerabilities at a level never before seen and will have a transformative impact on the industry, according to George M. Schu, a cybersecurity strategist with Stangarone & Associates, a Washington D.C.-based consultancy.

According to Schu, "While the IoT promises to introduce enormous efficiencies and enhancements to aviation just as it is to other market segments, malware, or malicious software, is used by hackers with intent to disrupt operations, steal proprietary information, or compromise privacy."

"The aviation industry is five times more likely to be exposed to malware. Theft of customer data, intellectual property, and airfreight data are likely top motivations for targeting users in the aviation industry," he said.

The IoT enables automated communications between machines. The term IoT can include the type of Radio Frequency Identification tags that businesses place on products in stores to monitor inventory; the Smart Grid, which modernizes the electrical grid by harnessing digital technologies; and Internet-connected jet engines and drills on oil rigs.

"Indeed, there are great benefits to be realized for aviation with IoT -- more efficient aircraft routing, enhanced traveller experience, leveraging the sharing economy and an increased number of aircraft in a more connected ecosystem of aviation," he said, "but aviation leaders need to be cautious about how it is implemented."

A report released this January by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) addresses the security and privacy issues related to the IoT. Though this report is primarily focused on the impact of the IoT on the security and privacy in the consumer market, it raises issues that pertain to other markets such as transportation and aviation.

"We are at the beginning of the IoT era. The FTC reports that six years ago, for the first time, the number of things connected to the Internet surpassed the number of people. Estimates are that there will be 25 billion connected devices this year, and by 2020 there will be 50 billion. Related to the IoT phenomenon is the growth of Machine-to-Machine (M2M) connections," he said.

Three and one-half billion sensors are already in the marketplace, and the expectation is that number will increase to trillions within the next decade. Schu said the confluence of IoT and M2M connections is staggering to contemplate. Both will drive new innovation and economies across market verticals.

In the current Annual Security Report issued by CISCO, aviation is cited in the top five market verticals most vulnerable to malware exposure.

Schu believes that aviation leaders need to ensure that standards for IoT implementation and security are adopted and strictly used, not just for the aviation industry itself, but for its partners and suppliers as well. "Your suppliers can become your weakest link," he said.

About George M. Schu:

George Schu is a cybersecurity strategist with Stangarone & Associates, an aerospace and aviation consultancy based in Washington D.C. Schu served as a Booz Allen Hamilton Partner and Senior Vice President for seven years. He provided data integrity solutions for a large multinational financial services company and delivered regular in-person reports to the Board of Directors. He led an initiative to help the electrical utilities industry understand cyber vulnerabilities to the electric grid. He also led multiple businesses supporting Departments of Homeland Security, Justice and other U.S. civilian agencies' cybersecurity missions.

Before joining Booz Allen, Schu was at VeriSign where he was Vice President, Public Sector, responsible for building a new sales group from the ground up. He led sales, consulting services and business development teams that accounted for substantial growth of VeriSign's information security business. He was also responsible for M&A efforts at VeriSign aimed at growing the government market business. He conducted search and due diligence of technology companies to take VeriSign business to the next level. Prior to VeriSign, Schu worked for Oracle Corporation where he led a team focused on growing Oracle Information Security solutions in various enterprises. He had a track record of successfully creating demand for Oracle products through innovative marketing, solution selling and thought leadership.

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

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CONTACT:
Robert Stangarone
Managing Director
Stangarone & Associates LLC
+1 (202) 650-7657
rstangarone@stangarone.com

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Book About Band of Yanks Saving Millions from Starvation Garners National Recognition

DENVER, Colo., April 13, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- "Most new print books die an anonymous death," says Milbrown Press publisher and author, Jeffrey B. Miller. "That's not surprising when reportedly more than 600,000 new print books are released every year. But 'Behind the Lines' (ISBN: 978-0990689300) has beaten those obscurity odds."

Recognitions for "Behind the Lines: WWI's little-known story of German occupation, Belgian resistance, and the band of Yanks who helped save millions from starvation" include: Kirkus Reviews' Best Books of 2014 (Indie) and a Kirkus Starred Review; history finalist in Foreword Reviews' INDIEFAB Book of the Year Awards (winners June 26); finalist in the 67th Colorado Authors League Awards (winners May 8); and positive reviews from Publishers Weekly, Foreword magazine, Denver Post, and Westword. Miller has also been a guest on Sirius radio's talk show, "Get it Right with Margaret Hoover."

"Behind the Lines" tells the story of one of the largest food relief efforts the world has ever seen, and one of America's finest hours that few Americans know about. During World War I, the Commission for Relief in Belgium (CRB) fed every day for four years more than 9 million Belgians and northern French who were trapped behind German lines.

The British insisted neutral American observers, or CRB "delegates," be allowed into German occupied Belgium to supervise the shipments and guarantee the Germans didn't take the food. The first CRB delegates were young Rhodes scholars on Christmas break from Oxford University and had to maintain strict neutrality as they watched the Belgians suffer under the harsh totalitarian rule.

Ultimately, the CRB changed the way Americans saw themselves and how the world saw America.

"Behind the Lines" is a nonfiction history written for general readers. It follows a handful of CRB delegates, a 22-year-old Belgian woman, two U.S. diplomats, the head of the CRB, and two Belgians - a businessman and a priest - who team up to fight the German occupation.

"Behind the Lines" is available in print ($16.95) and eBook ($9.99) and is available in bookstores, Amazon.com, Ingram and direct from the publisher.

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

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Twitter: @WWIBehindLines

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Four Seasons Compassion For Life Awarded Advanced Certification for Home Care from The Joint Commission

FLAT ROCK, N.C., April 9, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Four Seasons Compassion For Life today announces that it has earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval(R) for Home Care. The award recognizes Four Seasons has met the rigorous criteria of nationally recognized and endorsed home care standards through the accreditation process.

The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval(R) is one of the more difficult accreditations to attain, according to Four Seasons' Chief Executive Officer Chris Comeaux. The accreditation offers assurance of the safe, high quality care, treatment and services Four Seasons provides to its patients, families, and community.

"At Four Seasons, the exceptional care of our patients always comes first," says Comeaux. "The commitment of our staff at Four Seasons is in large part responsible for this important benchmark, and I congratulate each individual who had part in this achievement."

Founded in 1951, The Joint Commission has a long and respected history of driving health care toward better outcomes. Today, it remains the nation's oldest and largest standards setting body in health care, accrediting and certifying more than 20,500 health care organizations and programs in the United States.

"Accreditation from The Joint Commission offers assurance that Four Seasons is continuously engaged in assessing and improving the quality of its services and outcomes," says Laura Lambert, quality and compliance director.

To receive accreditation, she explains, Four Seasons submitted to a rigorous review of processes and outcomes. First, the agency provided evidence of compliance with 845 standards in 15 areas, including performance improvement, leadership, provision of care, treatment, services, and environment of care. The summative evaluative survey included live on-site reviews, documentation, and visits to patients and families. The results were conclusive; accreditation was confirmed in a March 31 letter from Mark Pelletier, the commission's chief operating officer, thanking the organization for its participation in the accreditation process.

Lambert described the process as challenging, yet rewarding.

"Surveyors actually observed the staff taking care of patients and followed up with reviews of the clinical documentation," says Lambert. "Thanks to our ongoing emphasis on quality, safety, and performance improvement, out of the 845 standards, we had only three non-critical corrections to make. We're very proud of that standing."

About Four Seasons Compassion For Life:

Four Seasons Compassion for Life - https://www.fourseasonscfl.org - is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization with a dedicated team of health care professionals, social workers, spiritual care professionals and volunteers deeply committed to its mission of "Co-Creating the Care Experience." Nationally known for its leadership in innovative, quality hospice and palliative care services, Four Seasons is a former Circle of Life award recipient from the American Medical Association.

About The Joint Commission:

An independent non-profit, The Joint Commission continuously works to improve health care for the public, by evaluating health care organizations and inspiring leadership to excel in providing safe and effective care of the highest quality and value. Learn more about The Joint Commission at http://www.jointcommission.org/.

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Zofran Birth Defect Cases Being Accepted by Weitz and Luxenberg

NEW YORK, N.Y., April 7, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Weitz & Luxenberg, P.C., announced it is accepting cases of congenital heart defects and cleft facial abnormalities in children whose mothers took the prescription drug Zofran during pregnancy to relieve symptoms of morning sickness.

Zofran - generic name ondansetron - has never been approved by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) for treatment of morning sickness symptoms and medical studies have linked Zofran use during the first trimester of pregnancy to birth defects, the law firm said.

Weitz & Luxenberg added that approximately 1 million women take Zofran or ondansetron each year to relieve the symptoms of morning sickness, specifically nausea and vomiting.

Zofran is FDA-approved for use by cancer patients to prevent the nausea and/or vomiting that can accompany chemotherapy and that can occur after an operation, the firm explained.

However, Zofran has not been approved by the FDA to prevent or treat morning sickness in pregnant women.

Zofran Maker Accused by U.S. Justice Dept.:

In 2012, the manufacturer of Zofran - pharmaceutical giant GlaxoSmithKline - paid a fine of $1 billion as part of a settlement of claims brought by the U.S. Department of Justice, Weitz & Luxenberg said.

The Justice Department claimed, among other things, that GlaxoSmithKline illegally promoted certain forms of Zofran for the treatment of morning sickness in pregnant women, and paid doctors to promote and prescribe Zofran, the firm indicated.

Despite that settlement, GlaxoSmithKline still faces civil liability. Weitz & Luxenberg said it is moving forward with efforts to hold GlaxoSmithKline accountable by accepting cases where women who took Zofran in the first trimester of pregnancy gave birth to children with congenital heart defects and/or cleft lip, cleft palate or both.

Free Consultation For Zofran Birth Defect Victims:

The law firm said Zofran victims can contact Weitz & Luxenberg for a no-cost, no-obligation discussion of their legal rights to compensation from Zofran's maker.

The free consultation can be arranged by contacting Weitz & Luxenberg toll-free at 844-400-HELP or online at www.weitzlux.com, the firm said.

In addition to wanting to hear from mothers who took Zofran, Weitz & Luxenberg also expressed interest in exploring the legal rights of men and women born with a potentially Zofran-related birth defect who this year are between the ages of 18 and 24.

About Weitz & Luxenberg:

Weitz & Luxenberg P.C. is among the nation's leading and most readily recognized personal injury and consumer protection law firms. Weitz & Luxenberg's numerous litigation areas include: mesothelioma, defective medicine and devices, environmental pollutants, products liability, consumer protection, accidents, personal injury, and medical malpractice. Victims of consumer fraud are invited to rely on Weitz & Luxenberg's more than 25 years of experience handling such cases. You can contact the firm's Client Relations department at 800-476-6070 or at clientrelations@weitzlux.com.

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

Twitter: @WeitzLuxenberg

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Monrovia High School Robotics Team Advances to 2015 FIRST Tech Challenge World Championship for Second Year in a Row

MONROVIA, Calif., April 7, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Monrovia High Robotics Program announced today that the ten Monrovia High School students of the "Kings and Queens" robotics team and their purple robot "Sir Lancelot" qualified to advance to the 2015 FIRST Tech Challenge Robotics World Championships for a second year in a row as a result of their excellent performance at the West Super-Regional Robotics Tournament held in Oakland March 26-28.

The tournament brought together 72 champion teams who were winners at state and regional competitions held in 13 western states. The Kings and Queens will be among the 128 top teams from around the world to compete at the World Championships which will be held at the historic Union Station in St. Louis April 22-25. Only 42 teams who competed in last year's World Championship earned the right to come back again this year.

The Kings and Queens team, four seniors, one sophomore and five freshmen, designed and built their own 18 by 18 inch robot from t-slot channel, Plexiglas, and formed aluminum to compete in the annual FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) robotics competition. Each year FTC creates a new game challenge and teams build a new robot to accomplish the requirements of that season's game. This season's challenge is to gather up hollow "wiffle" baseballs and golf balls from the playing field and fill goals made of vertical plastic tubes up to four feet high while never touching the tubes themselves.

The Kings and Queens are well known in the FTC community for their driving skill, unique robot designs, their signature costumes of purple velvet gold-embroidered renaissance dresses and gold tiaras for the girls and fur-trimmed black velvet jerkins with purple capes and gold crowns for the boys, and for their supporter's cheer of "Huzzah!" whenever they score points.

Team Captain Melissa Johnson commented, "We are so excited to advance to the World Championship, and very proud to represent both our school and the entire Southern California FIRST Tech Challenge region."

This marks the second trip to the world championships for Monrovia High School's five-year-old FTC robotics program which fields five student robotics teams supported by company sponsors, community donations, and parents, and is led by physics teacher Tom Dobson. The Monrovia High School robotics program is actively seeking tax-deductible donations and company sponsorships to help cover the approximate $12,000 cost of taking the team to St. Louis.

Donations may be made through the team's GoFundMe page at http://www.gofundme.com/kingsandqueens2015.

For additional info about the FIRST Tech Challenge robotics competition visit: http://www.usfirst.org/roboticsprograms/ftc.

Team on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FtcTeam4625 .

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Caption: Kings and Queens Robot "Sir Lancelot."

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Geminid Press Announces Screenplay in Development for Acclaimed Science Fiction Conspiracy Thriller ‘Truth Insurrected: The Saint Mary Project’

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., April 7, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Geminid Press, LLC, an independent book publisher in Albuquerque, N.M., today announced it has partnered with writer-director Jack Snyder to develop a screenplay for the acclaimed science fiction conspiracy thriller "Truth Insurrected: The Saint Mary Project." In the suspenseful novel authored by Daniel P. Douglas, readers plunge into a sci-fi storyline featuring former FBI agent William Harrison - a reluctant yet admirable hero - who finds himself hot on the trail of a major extraterrestrial cover-up.

Douglas's debut science fiction novel has received its share of critical acclaim. Foreword Reviews recently recognized "Truth Insurrected" as a science fiction finalist in its 17th annual INDIEFAB Book of the Year Awards. Winners will be announced in June 2015. Kirkus Reviews described "Truth Insurrected" as "A multigenre espionage tale that's unquestionably entertaining."

The Columbia Review of Books & Film highly recommended "Truth Insurrected" and described it as "An excellent science-fiction/conspiracy thriller." Best Thrillers described the novel as "An engrossing, deftly-crafted UFO conspiracy thriller that is easily one of the most successful tales to emerge out of Roswell alien lore."

"We are very pleased to partner with Jack Snyder, an award-winning filmmaker who has written, directed, and produced both features and short films," Geminid Press co-founder, Paul Garver, said. "Jack's a very talented professional, and given the popularity of the novel's subject matter, as can be seen in such examples as the pending return of the 'X-Files' and a sequel for 'Independence Day,' we're very excited about what the future may hold for a 'Truth Insurrected' screenplay."

The estimated timeframe for completion of the "Truth Insurrected" screenplay is June, 2015. Geminid Press published the science fiction thriller in October, 2014, and it is currently available in Kindle eBook, paperback, and audiobook editions.

More information:
http://geminidpress.com/truth_insurrected:_the_saint_mary_project/ .

About Geminid Press, LLC:

Geminid Press, LLC, is an independent book publisher established in Albuquerque, New Mexico in August 2014. Inspiration for the company's name originates with the Geminid meteor shower, which is visible in December, radiates from the Gemini Constellation, and intensifies every year. The owners of Geminid Press also happen to be identical twins born under the sign of Gemini. The company's mission is to publish quality fiction and non-fiction books of up and coming writers. More information: http://geminidpress.com/ .

About Jack Snyder:

Jack Snyder is an internationally award-winning filmmaker who has written, directed, and produced both features and short films. In 2006, he co-wrote and directed the supernatural thriller, "Ghost Image," starring Elisabeth Rohm ("Law and Order," "Abduction," "American Hustle"), and Stacey Dash ("Clueless"). The film sold to 20th Century Fox and NBC/Universal, has aired on the Showtime Network and The Movie Channel, and is currently available on most digital platforms.

In 2011, Jack wrote, directed, and co-produced an action-thriller titled "Fatal Call," which stars Jason London ("Dazed and Confused," "The Rage: Carrie 2"), Danielle Harris (multiple "Halloween" movies, "The Last Boy Scout"), and Kevin Sorbo ("Hercules," "Andromeda"). The film screened at Cannes in 2012 and was released in Redbox and on VOD through Warner Brothers. It is currently available on most digital platforms. He co-wrote an adaptation of a horror novel by the late writer of "Beetlejuice" and "The Nightmare Before Christmas." That film, titled "Cold Moon," which he co-produced, is currently in post-production. When Jack is not writing screenplays or making movies, he teaches several online media courses at the University of Missouri - St. Louis. Jack and his family currently reside in Los Angeles.

TWITTER: @GeminidPress

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eAgile Launches First Dual Frequency RFID Inlay

GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan and ZURICH, Switzerland, April 7, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- eAgile Inc., a global leader in radio frequency identification (RFID) technologies announced today their UHF and NFC multi-frequency DualWing(TM) family of inlays. The DualWing series is the first tag to seamlessly combine the benefits of UHF's global supply chain acceptance with the consumer engagement capabilities of NFC into a single tag design. The DualWing's innovative chip also incorporates the latest ISO standards of both frequencies to provide the most robust anti-counterfeiting and validation capabilities currently available.

A dual frequency tag has long been anticipated by the marketplace to unleash the full power of RFID. "By providing the tools that extend the RFID value chain to include the ability for brand owners to immediately interact with the end customer is a milestone event for the entire industry," stated Gary Burns, CEO of eAgile Inc. "The DualWing is the Swiss Army knife of RFID that delivers maximum utility to organizations with minimal impact to existing systems."

DualWing tag customers can expect to gain the following benefits:

Versatility. DualWing tags utilize a single chip sharing common memory blocks and the same unique ID allowing for information to be shared or updated by both UHF and NFC devices.

Performance. The UHF function of the DualWing allows for the longer read ranges and faster read/write cycles required of asset tracking and logistical applications while the NFC features allow for robust functionality and marketing applications using smartphones or near-field scanners.

Security. Enhanced security protocols of ISO 18000-63 and EPC Gen2 V2 utilized by the UHF interface combat counterfeiting and tag alteration while the NFC's ISO 14443A-3 standard and rolling access counter make the DualWing one of the most secure platforms available in either frequency.

"To combine all the benefits of UHF and NFC into a single chip tag is an elegant solution," expressed Peter Phaneuf, President of eAgile Inc. "To embrace the latest ISO standards for maximum security in both frequencies opens doors to opportunities beyond the retail applications originally targeted and into the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical and healthcare spaces."

The DualWing is the latest addition to eAgile's family of item level intelligence products, which includes software and hardware solutions engineered to capture valuable business data and engage with end customers through smartphones. The DualWing's full product line is scheduled for large-scale release in wet and dry formats during the third quarter of 2015 from eAgile's service bureau in converted formats with available customer specific print and encoding schemes.

About eAgile Inc.:

eAgile sets the industry standard in RFID solutions providing high quality, cost-effective auto-identification products. eAgile has one of the broadest ISO 9001:2008 certifications covering tag production, data management software and integration. Learn more about "RFID Made Easy" at http://www.eAgile.com/ .

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Senator Tom Cotton Treason Monument Created By Artist Protesting ‘American Apathy’

WASHINGTON D.C. and ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., April 2, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As the U.S. takes a major step toward reaching a full agreement with Iran over its nuclear program, artist Daniel Edwards has created a "treason monument," featuring a bust of Senator Tom Cotton, as a protest to the "apathy of the American people" regarding the 47 Senate Republicans who sent the unauthorized letter, at Cotton's behest, to Iranian leadership that undermined the U.S. negotiations, to be unveiled later this month by Cory Allen Contemporary Art.

The monument, "Treason Memorial: The Portrait of Tom Cotton," as described by Cory Allen Contemporary Art, "is designed to combat domestic complacency and depicts the life-size head of Arkansas Republican Tom Cotton looking seditiously ahead, beneath the looming representation of Iranian leader Ali Khamenei, who appears to have a sly and divisive smile. Etched below is a 'U.S. seal of treason,' featuring the bald eagle, scornful and glaring with its back turned away, accompanied by text which describes the offense committed by the 47 senators. The back of the monument lists all of the signing senators by name for posterity."

"According to The Logan Act, these senators committed treason, but will likely not be held accountable, which is why this monument needs to exist," said spokesman Cory Allen, citing the federal law forbidding any U.S. citizen acting without official authority from influencing disputes or controversies with a foreign government.

"I felt compelled to create this memorial to never forget the senators who potentially damaged the U.S. over affairs as sensitive as nuclear arms in the Middle East. I hope we can resolve to be less apathetic about such unlawful misrepresentation," said artist Daniel Edwards.

Other works by Edwards include "Landmark for Peace: The Martin Luther King Jr. and Robert F. Kennedy Memorial" located in Indianapolis, and The Hudson Institute's James Doolittle Award, presented at the National Press Club in Washington D.C., of which Henry Kissinger, Dick Cheney, and Donald Rumsfeld have been some of its recipients.

"Treason Memorial: The Portrait of Tom Cotton," will open to the public at CACA's The Showroom, the world's first public relations gallery, located in the Warehouse Arts District in St. Petersburg, Fla. on April 24, 2015. Contact Cory Allen at 323-393-3115 or visit http://www.cacanet.com/ .

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Market Showing Increasing Signs of Strengthening, Says Veros’ Latest 12-Month Forecast Update

SANTA ANA, Calif., April 2, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Veros Real Estate Solutions (Veros), an award-winning industry leader in enterprise risk management, collateral valuation services and predictive analytics, reports that the residential market is gaining momentum with a greater percentage of markets expected to increase in value over the next 12 months, moving upwards to 86% from last quarter's 82%. The latest VeroFORECAST also found two interesting market areas, one on each coast, that reflect both the predicted top and bottom growth areas in the residential market.

The national forecast grew to +3.2% annual appreciation, increasing over the previous VeroFORECAST rate of 2.4%. It is the eleventh consecutive quarter in which the index has shown forecast appreciation, with the pace now indicating an upward trend. This insight comes from the company's most recent VeroFORECAST, a national real estate market forecast for the 12-month period ending March 1, 2016, updated quarterly and covering 967 counties, 333 metro areas, and 13,549 zip codes.

Reminiscent of Dickens' classic story, VeroFORECAST revealed a "Tale of Two Coasts" in the forecast's top and bottom residential markets. Six out of the "Top 10" appreciating markets are located within a 75-mile radius in the Bay Area of California. Conversely, six of the "Bottom 10" are located within a 100-mile radius in the Northeast coastal area.

"We continue to see the same factors influencing the appreciation or depreciation of residential markets across the country," stated Eric Fox, Veros' vice president of statistical and economic modeling and developer of VeroFORECAST. "Unemployment rates, housing supplies, and population trends remain the primary factors affecting the housing market. Their impact is clearly reflected in the market forecasts for these coastal areas."

Projected Twenty-Five Strongest Markets*
1	Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA	+10.0%
2	San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA	+9.9%
3	Denver-Aurora-Broomfield, CO	+9.3%
4	San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA	+9.2%
5	Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX	+8.8%
6	Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA	+8.7%
7	Vallejo-Fairfield, CA	+8.6%
8	Salinas, CA	+8.5%
9	Boulder, CO	+8.4%
10	Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX	+8.0%
11	Port St. Lucie, FL	+8.0%
12	College Station-Bryan, TX	+8.0%
13	Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA	+7.6%
14	Houston-Sugar Land-Baytown, TX	+7.6%
15	Fort Collins-Loveland, CO	+7.5%
16	Coeur d'Alene, ID	+7.5%
17	Bend, OR	+7.4%
18	Merced, CA	+7.4%
19	Greeley, CO	+7.3%
20	Medford, OR	+7.2%
21	Reno-Sparks, NV	+7.1%
22	Modesto, CA	+7.0%
23	Naples-Marco Island, FL	+6.9%
24	Stockton, CA	+6.9%
25	Carson City, NV	+6.9%
Projected Twenty-Five Weakest Markets*
1	Vineland-Millville-Bridgeton, NJ	-3.9%
2	Sumter, SC	-2.6%
3	Salisbury, MD	-2.6%
4	Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ	-2.4%
5	Jacksonville, NC	-2.3%
6	Gadsden, AL	-2.2%
7	Scranton-Wilkes-Barre, PA	-2.2%
8	Warner Robins, GA	-1.9%
9	New Haven-Milford, CT	-1.9%
10	Torrington, CT	-1.9%
11	Elizabethtown, KY	-1.9%
12	Saginaw-Saginaw Township North, MI	-1.8%
13	Jackson, TN	-1.7%
14	Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT	-1.7%
15	Pittsfield, MA	-1.5%
16	Fayetteville, NC	-1.4%
17	Williamsport, PA	-1.4%
18	Kingston, NY	-1.3%
19	Ocean City, NJ	-1.3%
20	Valdosta, GA	-1.2%
21	Joplin, MO	-1.0%
22	Greensboro-High Point, NC	-0.9%
23	Norwich-New London, CT	-0.9%
24	Dothan, AL	-0.8%
25	Santa Fe, NM	-0.7%

*Markets demonstrated are for residential real estate in metro areas (typically greater than 100,000 residents) among single-family homes in the median price tier.

Additional forecasts for U.S. markets available to the press upon request.

About Veros Real Estate Solutions:

Veros Real Estate Solutions, a proven leader in enterprise risk management and collateral valuation services, uniquely combines the power of predictive technology, data analytics and industry expertise to deliver advanced automated decisioning solutions. Veros products and services are optimizing millions of profitable decisions throughout the mortgage industry, from loan origination through servicing and securitization. Veros provides solutions to control risk and increase profits including automated valuations, fraud and risk detection, portfolio analysis, forecasting, and next-generation collateral risk management platforms. Veros is headquartered in Santa Ana, Calif. For more information, please visit http://www.veros.com/ or call (866) 458-3767.

About Eric Fox, VP of Statistical and Economic Modeling:

Eric Fox received his M.S. in Statistics and B.S. in Mathematics and Economics from Purdue University, and has more than 22 years of industrial experience in statistical and econometric modeling, probabilistic life methodology development, statistical training, probabilistic design software development, and probabilistic financial/competitive analysis. Fox has published more than 20 technical papers on probabilistic and statistical methods.

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California Ferret Enthusiasts Launch Crowdfunding Campaign for Ballot Initiative on National Ferret Day

LA MESA, Calif., April 1, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Tired of working and waiting for ferret legalization, which never comes despite thirty years of efforts - LegalizeFerrets.org is planning a ballot initiative to free our domestic ferrets from unnecessary and unfair regulation.

April 2 is National Ferret Day in the USA and California ferret lovers are using the occasion to launch a crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo at http://igg.me/at/CLIFF/x/292522 .

The goal is to raise $100,000 to pay petitioners to help get the California Legalization Initiative for Ferrets (CLIFF) on the ballot.

Ferrets are legal in 48 states. Only Hawaii and California, along with some cities, most notably New York City continues to ban the pets.

"Reasons for banning ferrets are nonsense and don't hold up under scrutiny. An Environmental Report commissioned by LegalizeFerrets.org shows that concerns about ferrets going feral, attacking wildlife or children or any damage to the environment are unfounded," says Pat Wright of Legalize Ferrets. "But the report has never been read by the California Fish and Game Commission - although they rejected it as incomplete. A Public Records Request Act showed that no one at the Commission or Fish and Wildlife Dept. had read the document."

Appeals to regulators and legislators have fallen on deaf ears once again, and 2015 will not see any bill to legalize ferrets in the Golden State.

But new rules on the initiative process in California open up the possibilities. Fewer signatures are required and once we reach 25 percent of the required, we get in front of the California legislature.

"California ferret lovers believe we can also do a massive volunteer effort to collect signatures," adds Wright. "But no all-volunteer effort has ever gotten an initiative on the California ballot. We want to pay petitioners $100,000 to get us a quarter of the way there - and at least get us in front of the legislators."

Learn more about the organization at: http://legalizeferrets.org/ .

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TWITTER: @atthevets

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Pat Wright
LegalizeFerrets.org
619-303-0645 or cell 619-757-7426
CLIFFNotes@legalizeferrets.org

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Pro Day May Soon Challenge for Top Sporting Event

MIAMI, Fla., April 1, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Currently, the NFL Combine is the most noted of all football camps and related events. College Pro Day is a very close second, and should soon challenge for the number one sporting crown. With the ever growing popularity of Pro Days, through manufacturing and licensing, True Fan Sports is positioning themselves as a premier powerhouse of high-performance sportswear, athletic sports shoes, leisure apparel and accessories.

With the growth and popularity of College Pro Days, it is believed that the company marketing Pro Day brand products will benefit in a myriad of ways.

Company CEO, Emory L. Williams Jr. has been developing and marketing the Pro Day brand (clothing and shoes) for several years now, "2014 has been our best year to date," says Williams. "We well exceeded all of our projections for the year, the company is currently entertaining several licensing requests and partnerships which will aid the company in greater growth and distribution."

With powerhouse companies like Nike, Adidas and Under Armour, just to name a few, Williams knows they have their work cut out for them, but with the Pro Day brand in hand, they believe they have found their niche. The company has gone to the extreme of hiring an outside firm to monitor illegal use of the Pro Day name.

Says Williams: "Over the past years, I have personally dealt with several of the largest companies in the industry, selling them trademarked sub-brands. Recently, we have been contacted by several companies expressing interest in the Pro Day brand as well as other brands we own, we never know what tomorrow will bring."

"We all know the importance of a good brand and the role it plays in a products success, our main objective is to make the Pro Day brand one of the strongest brands in the world," Williams adds.

For more information and contacts, visit http://www.prodaycollection.com/

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Seattle Roofer Launches New Website, Enhanced Services

SEATTLE, Wash., March 31, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Eco Roof Service, a locally owned business that features environmentally friendly materials and practices, launched a new, expanded website this week at www.ecoroofservice.com.

"Spring is the perfect time to think about repairing or replacing your roof," said Eco Roof Service manager Aaron Zarling, "and our new website makes it easy for people to see what we offer and to get quick estimates, via phone, e-mail, or mobile devices. In addition," Zarling said, "we have a new online application form for prospective employees, designed to help us recruit qualified workers to keep up with our expanding demand."

Eco Roof Service is a preferred contractor for Owens Corning, and also partners with Certain-Teed, both longtime industry leaders in roofing materials.

"This gives our customers access to the most advanced and long-lived new shingle materials," Zarling said. "One of our latest advances is an app that allows customers to picture exactly what a type and color of shingle will look like on their particular roof."

A Green Company:

Eco Roof Services is proud to be a green company, which uses environmentally friendly products and recycles old roof materials. "When you get a new roof," Zarling said, "we recycle the old roof shingles into highway asphalt. This is a program run by Owens Corning, which repurposes 900,000 tons per year of shingles, enough to create an estimated 11,250 miles of a 2-lane highway. So, you may be literally driving on your old roof!"

A special feature on the website is an online chat service, and if customers chat by phone or online on Tuesdays, Eco Roof Services offers $500 off their new roof installation.

What do customers say about Eco Roof Services? The website features testimonials and a Super Service Award from Angie's List for 2014.

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

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Oak Hills Local Schools expects to save at least $373,000 annually through partnership with Energy Optimizers, USA

TIPP CITY, Ohio, March 31, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Oak Hills Local Schools partnered with Energy Optimizers, USA, to launch an ambitious $4 million energy conservation project, expected to generate at least $373,835 in savings annually. The savings will be recognized in the district's general fund on utility and related maintenance costs, assuming usage consumption and utility rates remain at current levels. The district will issue debt payments of approximately $330,000 over a 15-year period from their Permanent Improvement Fund to pay for the project.

The project, which includes a solar thermal system to heat the Oak Hills High School swimming pool, will improve the comfort, control and reliability of the district's HVAC and lighting systems while significantly reducing operational costs. In total, 11 buildings will be improved, including the district's central office and the bus garage.

"As a leader in education, it is incumbent on us to also take a leadership role in making smart investments in smart energy," said Superintendent Todd Yohey. "This project will not only save our taxpayers dollars, it will put us firmly at the leading edge of using energy management technologies."

Energy efficient measures will include:
* Replacement of interior lighting with more efficient lamps and the removal of unneeded lamps to cut waste
* Replacement of exterior lighting with LED technology to improve energy efficiency while enhancing building safety, appearance and security
* Installation of energy efficient kitchen measures
* Controls commissioning, repairs, upgrades, integration and advanced energy management controls programming
* Installation of a solar thermal system to heat the swimming pool
* Installation of block heater controls for the bus terminals.

Projected energy savings are guaranteed for three years, and the dollars saved will be used for educational purposes.

"Building systems are becoming more efficient; it just makes sense to take advantage of these improvements to make our operations as cost-effective as possible," said Director of Operations John Beckemeyer. "On top of that, we expect our buildings will be more comfortable and our systems more reliable."

The project will also integrate the Energy Star Portfolio Manager system to model and track the current and on-going energy usage and performance of the school district.

"In our classrooms, we stress innovation and real-world experience," said Yohey. "What better way to expose students to both than through an energy-management project that will allow students to view the energy performance of their buildings in real time while learning more about STEM-based careers?"

Energy Optimizers, USA, also makes education a component to the majority of its public school energy conservation projects. As such, it will fund the launch of a Green Team to educate students about energy management concepts and careers in STEM fields.

"We are dedicated to helping our clients reduce their energy costs, and that's all about education, every step of the way," said Energy Optimizers, USA Founder and President Greg Smith. "It's about helping our clients understand what options make the most sense for them. But it's also about educating the next generation of leaders in STEM fields. That's why we believe so strongly in helping students bridge their classroom studies with career options."

In addition to funding the team for two years, Energy Optimizers, USA, will provide Ohio Energy Project academic materials that are aligned to Ohio's academic content standards. Green Team members will take part in STEM-related activities that are focused on energy conservation, while encouraging their peers to become more environmentally conscious.

About Energy Optimizers, USA:

Energy Optimizers, USA works with educational, governmental, commercial and industrial customers to implement energy savings opportunities to reduce operational costs, including lighting retrofits, renewable energy projects (wind and solar), HVAC retrofit projects, building automation retrofits and energy education programs. The company is ranked in the Top 500 of INC. Magazine's list of the 5,000 fastest growing companies in the U.S. (2014), was named the Fastest Growing Company in the region for two consecutive years by the Dayton Business Journal (2013, 2014), and was named a BBB Eclipse Integrity Award Finalist (2012).

To learn more about Energy Optimizers, USA, visit their website at http://energyoptusa.com or call them at (937) 877-1919.

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Medical Care Alert Earns a 2014 Angie’s List Super Service Award for Third Year

NORTHVILLE, Mich., March 31, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- For the third year in a row, Medical Care Alert has earned the coveted Angie's List Super Service Award, reflecting another exemplary year of service provided to members of the consumer review site in 2014.

"We are thrilled to be recognized again for our high level of customer service," said Bryan Stapp, President of Medical Care Alert. "Our team members go to tremendous lengths every single day to deliver the best customer service in the industry. We treat our customers like family, and we protect many of our own family members with our service."

Medical Care Alert is a national provider of emergency medical alert systems for senior citizens, providing 24/7 monitoring and protection in the event of a fall or other emergency situation.

"Only about 5 percent of companies have performed so consistently well enough to earn our Super Service Award," said Angie's List Founder Angie Hicks. "It's a really high standard."

Stapp also noted Medical Care Alert has an overall "A" rating with Angie's List readers, plus an "A+" rating as an Accredited Member of the Better Business Bureau (BBB).

Angie's List Super Service Award 2014 winners have met strict eligibility requirements, which include an "A" rating in overall grade, recent grade, and review period grade; the company must be in good standing with Angie's List, pass a background check and abide by Angie's List operational guidelines.

Service company ratings are updated daily on Angie's List. Companies are graded on an A through F scale in areas ranging from price to professionalism to punctuality.

About Medical Care Alert:

Medical Care Alert's "Help At The Push Of A Button" medical alert monitoring service provides independence and peace of mind for thousands of seniors and their families in all 50 states. Systems cost around $1 day, with nothing to buy and no long term contracts. The company has an A+ rating with the BBB and with Angie's List, and has received the Angie's List Super Service Award for three consecutive years. Learn more at http://www.MedicalCareAlert.com/ .

About Angie's List:

Angie's List helps facilitate happy transactions between nearly 3 million consumers nationwide and its collection of highly-rated service providers in 720 categories of service, ranging from home improvement to health care. Built on a foundation of authentic reviews of local service, Angie's List connects consumers directly to its online marketplace of services from member-reviewed providers, and offers unique tools and support designed to improve the local service experience for both consumers and service professionals.

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Twitter: @MedicalCareAlrt

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Miyelo Music Festival Announces Inaugural Event

TIPP CITY, Ohio, March 31, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Trebius Promotions proudly announces the inaugural Miyelo Music Festival, featuring an exciting lineup of twenty national and local artists performing eleven hours of music across three stages. The festival takes place Saturday, July 18, 2015 in Historic Downtown Tipp City on Main Street.

General Admission tickets for the 2015 festival will be available online at http://miyelomusicfest.com on Wednesday, April 15, 2015 at 8 a.m. EDT. Trebius Promotions is working together with Donnie Reis of The Donnie Reis Band to host the event that is a "Party with Purpose." Proceeds from the Miyelo Music Festival are going to three local charities, most notably Pink Ribbon Girls, an organization that strives to meet the practical needs of families affected by breast cancer.

Miyelo Music Festival will transform the streets of downtown Tipp City into a rockin' music festival experience. Host-band front man Donnie Reis says, "We expect to show this town and anyone who comes here an incredible time and with a goal to raise $50k for charity. That's what it's all about."

The 2015 lineup features national acts including GRAMMY(R) nominated songwriter Will Hoge, Brandon Chase from NBC's The Voice(R), Neulore, Kris Allen, winner of the eighth season of American Idol(R), Erick Baker, GRAMMY(R) nominated songwriter Seth Glier, Ben Bradford, Elenowen, Joseph LeMay, Keta, along with several yet-to-be-announced acts.

"We are coming together to enjoy life, celebrate with our friends, remember those who left us too soon, and raise money for causes close to our heart," stated Mike McDermott, President of Trebius Promotions.

For more information on the artists, volunteer and sponsorship opportunities, hotel accommodations, VIP offerings and ticket information including pricing, visit http://miyelomusicfest.com/.

About Miyelo Music Festival:

Miyelo Music Festival invites you to party with purpose at an Americana Music Festival that will feature eleven hours of music across three stages in Historic Downtown Tipp City on July 18, 2015. Pronounced "my-EL-oh" the word loosely translates to "I AM" in the language of the Lakota. Proceeds go to charity.

About Trebius Promotions:

Trebius Promotions is a digital public relations and event promotions firm looking to make artists shine, both on stage and online. Trebius Promotions help artists navigate the treacherous waters of band promotions, contracts, scheduling, equipment, tours, recording and marketing. Putting on a music festival with a great purpose to showcase some of their acts alongside of the industry's hottest up-and-comers as well established artists was just the next logical step. More information: http://trebius.com/.

All artists are subject to change without notice.

For more information on the event, visit:
http://miyelomusicfest.com/ .

SOCIAL MEDIA:
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Twitter: @miyelomusic
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New Book, ‘The First-ever Baligham Village Mobile Health Fair’

LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 31, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Margaret Galabe, author, award-winning humanitarian, philanthropist, and founder of Student International Development Engagement (SIDE), a program in which students travel abroad to enrich their global experience, contribute to development issues, shares her experiences as a member of the team that brought this pilot project to fruition in this meaningful, heartfelt, and insightful, illustrated book.

"The First-ever Baligham Village Mobile Health Fair" (ISBN: 978-1320315005) book is a story of mothers and their babies, families and the myriad of health concerns facing this underserved remote village in Cameroon. It transcends boundaries, North Toledo, in the U.S.A., a diversified group of passionate student volunteers from Canada, the U.S., Ireland, Germany and the Czech Republic.

"It grew out of an opportunity I saw to improve the health care and mortality rates of rural families, mothers and children in Baligham, a remote poor village in Cameroon," says Margaret Galabe.

Using a mobile health fair model, and a team of local and international volunteers planned, executed and assessed the success of the first-ever Baligham Village health fair. The experience of the team is described in this book, including the lessons they learned and the extraordinary gift they shared with members of this underprivileged rural village.

The most valuable chapter in the book isn't about the planning or execution (although they are certainly program priorities) but about the lessons learned. Every successful program must continue to evolve in order to sustain longevity despite the ever changing needs of the project. The goal of this book is to inspire and encourage others to take part in the important work being done via the Baligham Village Project.

"My experiences are shared in this book for those who will enjoy the encouragement and hope present in a story such as this, where strangers give and share of their time and talent in the service of others," Galabe adds.

The book is available for purchase online at Amazon at: http://amzn.com/1320315003 .

About Student International Development Engagement:

Student International Development Engagement, or SIDE for short, invites international students to attend a six week, highly intensive summer volunteering, service learning and internship, where they are culturally immersed in remote, rural villages in Cameroon, Central Africa, so as to gain a greater understanding of the issues that engulf the people of these villages. Through SIDE's mission, sustainable development initiatives and cross-cultural experiences are fostered.

SIDE is an agile, ambitious, collaborative and forward thinking non-profit organization that provides an unparalleled student service, ensuring it continues to foster stronger relationships with both its students and partners locally and internationally. SIDE was established in 2011 by award-winning philanthropist Margaret Galabe, who serves the organization as its executive director. SIDE is based in Palmdale, California, USA and Bamenda, Cameroon.

To see how SIDE can promote success through its student summer volunteering, service learning and internship programs, visit their website:
http://www.StudentInternationalDevelopmentEngagement.com .

VIDEOS:
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Press Contact:
Margaret Galabe
Student International Development Engagement
Executive Director;
Email: margaret @ studentinternationaldevelopmentengagement.com
Phone: 661-456-2286.

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New Fine Dining Club Gathers the Over-40 Crowd, Offers $1 First-year Membership for a Limited Period

NEW YORK, N.Y., March 31, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- To celebrate its launch, Fine Diners Over 40(TM) is waiving its annual membership fee. Fine Diners Over 40 is about food as art, as cultural adventure, as scientific experiment, and best of all-food as an opportunity to take pleasure in the company of others.

For a limited time the company is offering sign-ups for $1 via PayPal. After the introductory period the annual membership fee will be $95.

Fine Diners Over 40 (www.finedinersover40.com) schedules two dinners per month (one weekday, one weekend day) and occasional special events such as wine tastings and cocktail parties. Members dine at New York's best establishments where a three-course dinner may cost in the range of $75-$150 prepaid (including coffee or tea, tax and tip, but excluding alcoholic and other beverages). Out-of-towners pay a $15 service charge.

The average group size is 12; larger groups can be accommodated based on demand and venue. As a member you can maintain your own wish list of places you'd like to try; the company reviews wish lists for ideas and attempts to accommodate.

"Fine Diners Over 40 was inspired by our desire to indulge on a regular basis in the infinite array of first-rate culinary adventures on offer in New York - and to do so in the company of others who also delight in all things epicurean," says founder Janet Basilone. "It is not designed for matchmaking. There is no express effort to achieve a gender balance, though in the past there has been a nice spontaneous mix. Sharing the dining experience with fellow foodies is our primary objective and our members are interested in meeting new friends of both genders."

About Fine Diners Over 40:

Fine Diners Over 40(TM) is about food as art, as cultural adventure, as scientific experiment, and best of all -- food as an opportunity to take pleasure in the company of others. We are singles and couples who enjoy dining at highly-rated New York restaurants and sharing the experience with fellow foodies. Tourists and businesspeople in town for a few days are also welcome. We invite you to join us for regular culinary and social adventures in New York City.

For more information, visit http://www.finedinersover40.com/ .

TWITTER: @FineDiners40NY

Media Contact:
Janet Basilone
Fine Diners Over 40(TM) LLC
212-353-1301
info@findinersover40.com

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Protector Holdings Acquires Oasis South Insurance Services

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., March, 31, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Protector Holdings, a joint venture of EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center) and Dowling Capital Partners, announced today the acquisition of Oasis South Insurance Services.

With 8 locations across California's San Diego County, Oasis South specializes in providing insurance services to Hispanic consumers, writing auto, motorcycle, RV, boat, homeowners and renters insurance coverage.

"With the addition of Oasis South to our Premier Insurance Services brand portfolio, we now have more than 30 Premier locations across California and the West," said Protector Holdings CEO Paul Areida.

Premier Insurance Services, acquired by Protector Holdings in 2013, targets the growing Hispanic Community in California, providing a wide range of insurance products and services specifically tailored to the cultural preferences of Latino consumers.

Areida added, "Respectfully and effectively serving the needs of the Hispanic community has enabled Premier to more than triple its customer base since June, 2013. The addition of Oasis South and the expansion of our operations in San Diego County is an important step in realizing our vision to become the premier provider of insurance services to the Latino marketplace in California and the West."

About Protector Holdings and Premier Insurance Services:

Protector Holdings was founded in June 2013 as a partnership between EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance broker/consultant; insurance-focused private equity firm Dowling Capital Partners (DCP); and Premier Insurance Services.

Premier Insurance Services specializes in providing a range of insurance products and services to the Hispanic market in the Western United States. Since its formation in 2004 with a single office in Bakersfield, Calif., Premier has added locations across the state and is now one of the largest non-standard automobile brokers in California.

For more information, visit: http://protectorholdings.com/ .

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Emilio N. Francisco, PDC CEO, Announces Acquisition of EB-5 Regional Center

COSTA MESA, Calif., March 27, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Emilio N. Francisco, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of private equity firm PDC Capital Group (www.pdccapitalgroup.com), announced the acquisition of ZGlobal Southern California EB-5 Investment Regional Center (http://zglobalregionalcenter.com).

The EB-5 visa is a federal program launched in 1990 that allows foreign nationals to apply for permanent residency in the U.S. in exchange for investing $1 million in a U.S. business. Each investment is required to generate at least 10 jobs.

ZGlobal has been designated by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to provide investment opportunities to foreign investors interested in participating in the EB-5 Investor Visa Program and obtaining green cards.

One advantage to designation as a regional center is that a regional center can claim indirect job creation resulting from investment projects. The ability to claim the creation of indirect jobs allows the applicant to more easily meet the EB-5 program job creation requirements.

PDC Capital Group is a private equity firm that specializes in real estate development projects funded through EB-5 visa investments.

"We are very excited about our partnership with ZGlobal Regional Center," said Emilio N. Francisco, Chief Executive Officer of PDC Capital Group. "Working through the center will give us a broader platform to connect with investors interested in our EB-5 projects."

About PDC Capital Group:

PDC Capital Group, LLC, is a private equity firm specializing in EB-5 investment projects. In identifying and executing new projects, PDC Capital Group's goal is success for three groups: success for investors, success for the community where the project is located, and success for its project partners. For more information, please visit http://www.pdccapitalgroup.com/ .

Go to PDC Capital Group's Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/pdccapitalgroup .

Go to PDC's Twitter Feed: @PDCCapitalGrp https://twitter.com/PDCCapitalGrp .

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RingBoost Vanity Phone Numbers Provide Marketing ‘Real Estate’ for any Small Business

PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y., March 26, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Vanity phone numbers offer a unique and easy marketing opportunity for small businesses. Once you acquire a vanity, easy to remember phone number from RingBoost, it's yours, a unique asset. Like a piece of property, no one else can own it.

That proposition led Gregg Hamerschlag and Paul Faust to found vanity phone number provider RingBoost (http://www.ringboost.com/) 10 years ago. Offering vanity, easy to remember phone numbers has become a passion for the RingBoost team, which this year expanded from 12 to 30 employees.

"Using easy to remember phone numbers is easy," said Paul Faust, now RingBoost's VP of Sales and Marketing. "Unlike the case with social media there are no algorithms, changing rules or complicated analytics. Phone numbers have been here for generations and will be here for generations to come."

Vanity phone numbers have attained even more relevance in the digital age. A study conducted last year by RingBoost found that vanity phone numbers were accessed more frequently on mobile devices than their generic, numeric counterparts. The study found that click-through rates were higher on ads using vanity numbers.

The appeal of vanity numbers is not lost on small business owners around the country. On Florida's Treasure Coast real estate agent Tim Holdy acquired local vanity number 772-500-0000 for his firm the Holdy Realty Team at Real Estate of Florida, "I look at the number as a long-term investment," said Holdy. "It will continue to pay dividends over time." Holdy has already minted his own $5 million promotional dollars to commemorate the phone number.

Holdy is often asked how he decided to acquire his local vanity phone number. He says that he thought the 5 million number would be easy to remember, especially since there are only nine of them (numbers 1 through nine). RingBoost employs a full time staff of specialists to help business owners select the best number for their needs. That number can then form the basis of advertising campaigns for years to come.

RingBoost's Paul Faust personally fields dozens of calls a week from business owners with questions about different aspects of vanity phone numbers. "The two most frequent answers are: 1) The number can be used almost immediately in most cases; and 2) You don't need to do anything to activate it," said Faust. He answers other frequently asked questions on RingBoost's new YouTube channel.

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

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TWITTER: @Ring_Boost
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/ringboost .

Contact:
Paul Faust
VP Sales and Marketing
Tel: 1-877-RINGBOOST

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5 Bars announces Monnie McGaffigan as Senior Vice President of Business Development

IRVINE, Calif., March 25, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 5 Bars(TM) a leader in wireless technology solutions, announced the appointment of Monnie McGaffigan as Senior Vice President of Business Development. 5 Bars is a premier neutral host provider of indoor/outdoor distributed antenna systems, small cells and Wi-Fi networks. The 5 Bars team designs, builds, operates and maintains wireless systems and has designed and developed over 500 wireless projects nationwide.

As a 20-year technology veteran, McGaffigan has an extensive wireless background that includes experience with carriers and infrastructure providers.

McGaffigan will lead the 5 Bars team focusing on building DAS, Wi-Fi and small cell deployments worldwide.

"I am delighted to join the 5 Bars executive team. We share the same vision of enabling wireless technology and connecting the world. I am excited to accelerate the 5 Bars growth strategy," said McGaffigan.

McGaffigan has had a successful technology career and held several executive positions with infrastructure providers and carriers. The majority of her time has been leading enterprise teams for the purpose of bringing wireless solutions to enterprise customers. McGaffigan oversaw a $4.3B line of business at Sprint and was responsible for coordinating wireline platform strategy, capital investment, sales and distribution strategy and operations support.

"McGaffigan's background extends beyond leading business units. Her rich experience in sales and corporate account management has helped hundreds of small and large businesses implement and manage complex technical solutions across the spectrum of communications technology," said 5 Bars CEO, John Clarey.

McGaffigan is versed in wireless, wireline, cloud and application management. Additionally, she has an extensive background in corporate training and development.

About 5 Bars:

5 Bars(TM) is headquartered in Irvine, California and is a premier provider of indoor and outdoor distributed antenna systems (DAS), small cell and Wi-Fi networks. Venues that carry the 5 BARS(TM) certification possess the highest standards of wireless connectivity.

About 5 Bars Communities:

5 Bars is a premier wireless solutions firm with strong existing relationships in the wireless community. 5 Bars Communities(TM) provides Municipal Wireless Master Planning and management of network infrastructure including cell tower, outdoor small cells and DAS.

For more information about 5 Bars, please visit http://www.5bars.com/ .

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Media Contact:
Raylene Gonzalez, 5Bars(TM)
(949) 933-8137
raylene.gonzalez@5bars.com

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Rocha Art Presents John Waguespack’s ‘Channeling The Dionysian’ April 10 – May 15, 2015

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., March 24, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- San Francisco based artist John Waguespack unveils a new chapter in his creative evolution in "Channeling the Dionysian," a solo exhibition at Rocha Art. In his first solo exhibition in over a year, Waguespack's work is inspired by Friedrich Nietzsche's dramatic theory of the "Dionysian" and "Apollonian" modes of the human mind. These modes represent chaos and logical process respectively.

"The work is a result of the initial conflict and ultimate harmonization of the Apollonian and the Dionysian state of being. It is a universal fight within oneself to maintain and relinquish control. Channeling the Dionysian state frees the mind from control and barriers to true creative expression. This elevates the art, the art form, and the artist to a higher plane. In this trance-like state, man and nature are reconciled," said Waguespack.

In creating his new paintings, Waguespack focused on harmonizing his process with natural forces. Utilizing various signature techniques, he let go of control and allowed the elements to shape the final outcome of the work. From found objects used to provide texture and shape to the dilution of acrylic paint pooling while letting the wind shift the arrangements, there is a tension between control and chaos as organized patterns dissolve into abstraction.

Waguespack's approach to his work reflects his appreciation for the physicality of his materials, which he ties back to the Dionysian. Working on birch wood panels of varying sizes, some more than seven feet long, he meditated on the physical qualities of the wood and the paint letting the materials guide him intuitively. In doing so, his painting process allows for a degree of entropy that translates towards a better understanding of materials, nature, and creativity.

About John Waguespack:

John Waguespack is a leading contemporary artist residing in San Francisco. His artwork has adorned the covers of both the Knob Hill Gazette and 7x7 Magazine. His work has been exhibited at Art Basel Miami with Russell Simmons' Bombay Sapphire Artisan Series. Born in 1971 in Atlanta, Georgia and holds a BA from Boston College and an MFA in Design and Art Direction from The Portfolio Center. For more information, please visit http://www.jwagart.com/ .

About Rocha Art:

Rocha Art is an art gallery and curatorial platform founded by Daniele Rocha, Ian Ross, and Rob Evans in 2015. Located at 466 Brannan St. in San Francisco, Rocha Art exhibits a diverse roster of contemporary artists, hosts educational panels, and organizes fundraisers for local charities that empower women and youth. Rocha Art founded the sister organization 1 Brush Initiative, a non-profit that sponsors public art projects and invites professional artists to teach art classes to youth at underserved schools and in the juvenile justice system. Visit the gallery Monday through Friday, 1-7 p.m. For more information, please visit http://www.rochaart.com/ .

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Getting the Lowdown on Long-Term Care Insurance No Longer Laborious Thanks to Tech-Savvy Agents

KIRKLAND, Wash., March 24, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Thinking about long-term care insurance but loathe to schedule a lengthy interview in your home? You may be laboring under an outmoded assumption, that reaching out to an expert is a big deal. That's no longer the case with a new breed of tech-savvy agents. So says ACSIA Partners, an industry leader, in a consumer alert issued today.

"Ten years ago," says Denise Gott, the company's CEO, "you made an appointment with an agent who came to your home and spent a fair amount of time with you. And you might have worried about sales pressure. But times have changed."

Lengthy in-home meetings are still available, she reports, but they're less and less the norm, at least in her organization. "Now most of our agents are connected and quick. They work remotely, by phone and screen-sharing, and they stick to the facts, respecting your time."

Many people assume the old time-consuming, face-to-face practices still prevail, according to Gott, "So they spend hours browsing the internet on their own, when they could get the facts in minutes from someone who knows."

She recommends reaching out in three-steps:
(1) Rule LTC insurance in or rule it out. "Just call one of our agents or have one call you. Say you've got five minutes and want to know if the insurance is right for you. Our agents ask concise screening questions and can steer you right, and quickly."

Long-term care insurance isn't for everyone, Gott points out. Other care solution (such as annuities, critical illness insurance, or life insurance with LTC riders) may be better for your situation. "The agent will tell you frankly."

(2) Ask for competitive quotes. "If LTC insurance is indicated, our agents go to bat for you," says Gott. "They don't offer just one policy choice. They research multiple options from multiple carriers, looking for the best set of benefits at the lowest cost. Then they present the choices to you, in your home if you like, or by PC, phone, and overnight mail."

(3) Submit an application or say no thanks. Once you receive the recommendations, the ball is in your court. Ask questions, thoroughly understand each policy choice from each carrier, and then pick one. Or reject them all. "Saying no is a rational response," says Gott. "Our agents are professionals. They don't take offense. And if you're dealing remotely, saying no may be easier."

If you decide on one of the proposed policies, the agent can help you complete the application. "There's very little paperwork that you have to do personally," says Gott. "Our agents handle most of it for you. It's part of their job."

"The main point," says Gott, "is not to put off seeking help because of outmoded assumptions. You're not committing to anything. All you're doing is asking for some quick answers."

ACSIA Partners includes a few hundred state-certified agents covering all parts of the country. To get in touch with one, just go to the company's website -- http://www.acsiapartners.com/ -- and submit an inquiry form indicating your state of residence.

ACSIA Partners LLC (in California, xACSIA Partners Insurance Agency LLC) is one of America's largest and most experienced long-term care insurance solution agencies. The company is also a co-founder and sponsor of the "3in4 Need More" campaign, run by the 3in4 Association, which encourages Americans to form a long-term care plan.

On July 2, 2014, LTC Financial Partners LLC and LTC Global Marketing Inc. announced the completion of the merger of the two companies into ACSIA Partners.

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SunBug Solar Wins SunPower 2014 ‘Commercial Regional Dealer of the Year’ Award

ARLINGTON, Mass., March 23, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SunBug Solar, an Arlington- and Somerville-based solar installer and SunPower Commercial Dealer, has received the SunPower "Commercial Regional Dealer of the Year" award for its outstanding performance in 2014.

"SunBug is honored to receive the 2014 'Commercial Regional Dealer of the Year' award from SunPower for our success providing the world's highest efficiency solar systems and superior customer service to business owners," said Cheney Brand, CEO of SunBug. "Partnering with SunPower allows us to offer our customers industry-leading solar technology and significant electricity savings over the life of their systems."

The "Commercial Regional Dealer of the Year" award honors SunPower commercial dealers that demonstrate exceptional customer service, premier system design and installation practices, as well as expert solar knowledge and leadership in their region of North America. SunPower's best-in-class dealer program supports a network of more than 1,200 solar installers worldwide, with approximately 500 located in the United States.

"We congratulate SunBug for their extraordinary performance in 2014, delivering a level of quality and commitment to excellence exceeding our expectations," said Howard Wenger, SunPower president, business units. "SunBug Solar is raising the bar by helping more customers achieve their energy goals with SunPower solar products and services, and we look forward to their continued success in 2015."

SunBug has been a consistent and engaged SunPower partner since 2011, and prides itself on successfully delivering SunPower's high efficiency, high reliability solar energy solutions to customers in the local market. SunBug's signature project in 2014 featuring SunPower solar technology was a 300-kilowatt rooftop system designed with 920 SunPower panels for the new flagship Boston Harley-Davidson dealership in Revere, Mass.

For more information on SunBug Solar, call 617-500-3938 or visit http://www.sunbugsolar.com/ .

About SunBug Solar:

SunBug Solar is a solar energy consulting and installation company based in Somerville and Arlington, Mass., offering turnkey solar solutions to commercial, residential and not-for profit clients. Our integrated approach incorporates site analysis, system design, incentive processing and system monitoring, allowing our team of professionals to anticipate questions and challenges while managing a project from start to finish. With six years in operation and over 500 projects deployed in Massachusetts, our experience and practical approach allows SunBug to always deliver on time, on schedule, and on budget.

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David Nour, Best-selling Author of Relationship Economics, presenting Keynote Address at 2015 BCD Travel Affiliate Meeting in Cancun

CANCUN, Mexico, March 17, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- David Nour, enterprise growth strategist and thought leader on Relationship Economics(R), will be presenting the keynote address at the 2015 BCD Travel Affiliate Meeting on March 18, 2015 at the Ritz-Carlton in Cancun, Mexico.

David Nour, CEO and Founder of The Nour Group Inc., is an enterprise growth strategist and the thought leader on Relationship Economics(R) -- the quantifiable value of business relationships. He advises global leaders and boards of corporations, associations, and academic forums on disruptive innovations to fuel their growth. In a global economy that is becoming increasingly disconnected, The Nour Group, Inc. has attracted consulting engagements from over 100 marquee organizations in driving unprecedented growth through unique return on their strategic relationships. David Nour has pioneered the idea that relationships are the greatest off balance sheet asset any organizations possesses, large and small, public and private.

BCD Travel helps companies make the most of what they spend on travel. The company operates in more than 100 countries with a workforce of more than 11,000 people. The travel management company reported 2013 sales of US$22.4 billion, with an industry-leading client-retention rate of over 97 percent.

In his role as the keynote speaker of the 2015 BCD Travel Affiliate Meeting, David will discuss Relationship Economics(R) - the strategic, intentional and quantifiable value of relationships and how businesses may invest in them, inside and outside of their organizations. He'll also discuss the use of his model of Adaptive Innovation(R) within the business travel industry to change market conditions with the optimal outcomes.

"The BCD Travel Affiliates program has a long track record of providing its partner agencies with outstanding programs," said Kathy Bedell, senior vice president of BCD Travel. "Our agency executives will find great value in David Nour's messages about the intentional, strategic, and quantifiable value of business relationships."

"The social, emotional, and strategic value of travel is more valuable in our personal and professional growth than ever before," Nour said. "Agency owners greatly value their relationships. The travel industry has gone through enormous change and consolidation, and Today's agencies have had to reinvent themselves as transformational experience consultants. I think they'll greatly benefit from the tenets of Relationship Economics."

About the Nour Group and David Nour:

The Nour Group, Inc., advises global leaders and boards of corporations, associations, and academic forums on disruptive innovations to fuel their growth. Founded in 2002 by global business advisor, international speaker and best-selling author of Relationship Economics(R), David Nour, the Nour Group has attracted clients including KPMG, Siemens, Disney, IBM, Gen Re, Amerinet and over a hundred other marquee organizations in the evolution of their business models. The firm's services range from strategic advisory, keynote speaking and facilitation of executive discussions, to training and development, coaching and mentoring, all aimed at fueling personal, team-based and organization-wide growth through the art and science of business relationships.

To learn more about Relationship Economics(R), or how The Nour Group, and its founder, David Nour can help your organization reach its relationship networking potential, visit http://www.nourgroup.com/ or contact Stacey Doyle at Stacey@nourgroup.com or 888-339-1333.

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Selfie Stick Inventor Speaks Out on Museum Bans

NEW YORK, N.Y., March 10, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The inventor and patent holder of the selfie stick agrees with museum and art gallery bans with one caveat. Wayne Fromm, the creator of the selfie stick, is an avid photographer and admirer of paintings, sculpture and all artifacts. One of the aspects to his invention is that the Quik Pod(R), the original selfie stick, converts from handheld selfie stick into a ground supported monopod.

"I added this feature to allow photographers to take photos inside museums and galleries using the Quik Pod as a monopod, to shoot under low light conditions, without a flash. This was to preserve the integrity of the art, in locations such as the Sistine Chapel, to save frescoes from fading," says Fromm. "I suggest the ban be eliminated for photographers who can prove their selfie stick can convert to a monopod," adds Fromm.

More than four years ago Fromm and his daughter Sage traveled to the Louvre where they enjoyed the freedom to photograph using the Quik Pod Selfie Stick.

"With respect for art treasures and other visitors I see no reason why selfie sticks that convert to monopods should be banned. They should remain safely on the ground in the museum," says Fromm.

Fromm is a proud supporter of Starlight Children's Foundation and participates in speaking to entrepreneurs at colleges and universities worldwide. He extends an offer to all television hosts to have him show them how to take the best selfie possible.

The original Quik Pod Selfie Stick was awarded US patent #7,684,694.

For more information on the original selfie stick, visit: http://www.QuikPod.com/ or follow them on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/quikpod .

Available at: B&H, Henrys Photo, Best Buy, Target and Bed, Bath & Beyond.

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Worldwide Telecommunications Industry Revenue to hit $2.4 Trillion in 2020, says Insight Research

DURANGO, Colo., March 10, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Insight Research projects that telecommunications services revenue worldwide will grow from $2.2 trillion in 2015 to $2.4 trillion in 2019. Insight's newly-released market analysis report, "The 2015 Telecommunications Industry Review: An Anthology of Market Facts and Forecasts" includes regional and service forecasts, assessment of key growth drivers, analysis of industry trends, network infrastructure and access technologies, future services, OSS/BSS and capex spending, and enterprise telecom markets.

Wireless subscriber growth compounded with rising smartphone and tablet traffic will raise global wireless revenues by 19 percent from current levels; while wireline revenues will rise only four percent as voice calls decline and users switch to mobile solutions.

"The path to sustained growth will be bumpy, fluctuating around a modest underlying rate for the next few years. The upturn in the major non-Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) countries - the US, European Union (EU), Japan, and 27 other developed countries-especially in Asia and particularly in China, is now a well-established source of strength for the global economy," says Bob Rosenberg, President of Insight Research.

"Consumer demand for the latest wireless devices and greater access bandwidth remains a key driver of telecommunications services growth, and the shift to Cloud-based solutions is starting to put new demands on network utilization," Rosenberg concluded.

An excerpt of this market research report, table of contents, and ordering information are online at http://insight-corp.com/reports/review15.asp .

The report is available immediately in electronic format (PDF) and can be ordered online. Visit our website at http://www.insight-corp.com/ or call 973-541-9600 for details.

Download the Executive Summary at: http://goo.gl/l8wofE .

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EPIC creates ‘Panda-monium’ in the Insurance Business

ATLANTA, Ga., March 10, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property & casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced that they have added Panda Mortality and Transit Insurance to a growing list of specialty risk management products and consulting services that the rapidly growing national firm provides.

Zoo Atlanta is a long-time client of EPIC's Dan Houston, Senior Vice President of Enterprise Risk Management, based in Atlanta, Georgia. Last month, Houston was presented with a unique opportunity to assist the Zoo with insurance protection for some very special residents: giant pandas.

Zoo Atlanta is one of only four zoos in the U.S. housing giant pandas, which are an endangered species, and the iconic bears represent the Zoo's most significant conservation investment to date. Female Lun Lun and male Yang Yang arrived at the Zoo in 1999 on loan from China, and a total of five cubs have been born since 2006. The most recent of these are Mei Lun and Mei Huan, the only pair of giant panda twins in the U.S.

Per the Zoo's loan agreement with China, each of Lun Lun's and Yang Yang's offspring returns to China when he or she is of age. The twins' three older siblings, male Mei Lan, male Xi Lan, and female Po, now reside at China's Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding.

Houston and Senior Account Manager Connie Draime, who design, place and manage all business insurance for the Zoo, recently added Panda Mortality Insurance to their program. This unique, manuscript coverage insures the pandas while at Zoo Atlanta as well as during their travels to China. The EPIC team also manages Transit Insurance Coverage for the giant pandas' journey to their parents' homeland.

EPIC's Panda Mortality Insurance Coverage was placed with Lloyd's of London, and both John Stoesser with IDEAL Marine and the Lloyd's of London underwriter Lorraine Mills visited the Zoo and the giant pandas during the coverage design and underwriting process.

To watch the Zoo's giant pandas on PandaCam presented by EarthCam or to read regular blog updates about the bears' daily care and milestones, visit: http://www.zooatlanta.org/pandacam/ .

Dan Houston has over 25 years of experience in the insurance industry, plus broad experience with animals, both professionally and personally. In the past, Houston provided risk management and insurance services for CNN owner Ted Turner and his Bison ranches. Dan and his wife Virginia also co-own and operate Houston's Horse Farm in Canton, Georgia.

About EPIC:
Headquartered in San Francisco, EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants has nationwide presence with a depth of industry expertise across key lines of insurance, including commercial property and casualty, employee benefits, unique specialty program insurance, and private client services. Since its founding in 2007, EPIC has grown revenue from $5 million to $160 million through both organic growth and strategic acquisitions, and remains a fixture on the insurance industry's "Best Places to Work" lists. Its strategic partners include private equity firms The Carlyle Group and Stone Point Capital. To learn more, visit http://epicbrokers.com/ .

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The Harman Press is Official Printer for the 2015 AAPC New Orleans Pollie Awards & Conference

NORTH HOLLYWOOD, Calif., March 9, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Marking its active role in the political printing arena, The Harman Press will be the Official Printer for the 2015 Pollie Awards & Conference in New Orleans, March 17-19, organized by the American Association of Political Consultants. This will be the second year that The Harman Press has provided the AAPC with printing for its programming material and signage for its annual conference and awards events.

Harman Press President Phillip Goldner said, "As a top printer for political campaigns we believe that print stills drives the democratic process, and we are happy to be working with the AAPC which provides the best forum for campaign strategists." Goldner will be attending the event, along with Account Executive Dave Wardlow.

AAPC President Art Hackney said, "As the only nonprofit organization for political professionals in America, AAPC succeeds because of the incredible support of our multi-media partners. Contrary to some premature obituaries, print IS NOT DEAD, and Harman Press, as our official printer for the AAPC conference, puts high quality conference materials in the hands of Pollie Conference attendees and we are very grateful for their generous support."

Widely recognized as the must-attend event for political consultants, media buyers, public affairs specialists, suppliers, industry leaders and journalists, the 2015 AAPC Pollie Awards & Conference is expected to attract more than 500 political professionals to the conference held at the Omni Hotel in New Orleans. The Conference's programming, designed to empower attendees to leverage the latest techniques in campaign strategy and management, will include sessions on the most important topics in today's electoral politics and public affairs.

ABOUT AAPC:

Founded in 1969, the AAPC is a multi-partisan organization of political and public affairs professionals dedicated to improving democracy. The AAPC has over 1,250 members hailing from all corners of the globe. It is the largest association of political and public affairs professionals in the world. For more information, see http://www.theaapc.org/ .

ABOUT THE HARMAN PRESS:

The Harman Press ( http://www.harmanpress.com/ ) is a legacy printer leading the way in Graphics Communications in the Digital Age. Family-owned for three generations since 1943, The Harman Press counts clients in the entertainment industry such as 20th Century Fox, Comcast/NBC Universal and Universal Studios Hollywood, and is known in political circles as a union-certified print provider for local, state and national campaigns. Clients include healthcare giant Kaiser Permanente and many national businesses. The Harman Press re-located in 2013 from its longtime Hollywood address to a larger facility in the San Fernando Valley. The Harman Press has recently acquired Fox Printing and A&I Digital and Photographic, adding a wide array of digital print products including large format fine-art and on-demand photo books through the A&I online BookCreator(TM) http://www.aandibooks.com/ .

Twitter: @TheHarmanPress / @theaapc

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Weitz & Luxenberg Files Lawsuit Against Lenovo for Superfish Security Risk

NEW YORK, N.Y., March 4, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Weitz & Luxenberg P.C. has announced the filing of a class action lawsuit against Lenovo and Superfish for a recent case of laptop security failings. The suit was filed in response to the growing concern over computer manufacturer Lenovo's inclusion of Superfish malware on laptops purchased after Sept. 1, 2014.

In January 2015, a security expert discovered that Superfish's VisualDiscovery software had been installed on Lenovo laptops before they were shipped out to customers. This software has security defects that endanger all communications made on the affected laptops.

According to published reports, more than just a few models are affected. Laptops purchased after Sept. 1, 2014 and during Feb. 2015 may all contain this damaging software. The models containing Superfish include the Lenovo G, U, Y, Z, S, Flex, MIIX, YOGA, and E series.

As Robin L. Greenwald, head of Weitz & Luxenberg's Environmental, Toxic Tort & Consumer Protection Unit explained, "Lenovo sold you a laptop that you thought you could trust to protect confidential internet communications. But Lenovo didn't care about your security; instead, it cared about exploiting you and helping advertisers promote their products. By doing so, Lenovo and Superfish exposed you to a serious security risk."

How Superfish Causes a Security Risk:

It has been announced in news reports that hackers can use Wi-Fi networks, which are found across the U.S. in many public places -- including coffeeshops, restaurants and bars -- to hack into your computer. The Superfish software is what allows them in, according to Weitz & Luxenberg.

Once these thieves access your computer, they can capture any data you have stored on it. This gives them possible access to your passwords, bank account numbers, tax records and any other private information, according to industry reports.

The hackers then can use the information themselves to open credit card or cell phone accounts in your name, file false tax returns in your name, or sell your information on the black market to others who will do so.

Christopher Dalbey, an attorney with Weitz & Luxenberg, explained, "Lenovo's actions are also reprehensible because it installed software that allows hackers to easily mimic the look and feel of other companies' secure websites."

Dalbey emphasized, "You think that you're visiting a website for your bank, but instead the software tricks you into giving up personal and private information. And that software is installed on your own computer by a manufacturer you trusted."

Lenovo explained the inclusion of this malware as an attempt to improve the advertising experience for its customers. The company claimed not to have realized that the software gives Superfish access to all of a customer's online communications and enables hackers to easily spy on customers, according to news outlets.

Join Our Class Action Against Lenovo:

The attorneys at Weitz & Luxenberg believe that you have certain privacy rights that are safeguarded by federal and state laws. These include the federal wiretapping statute and state laws about deceptive trade practices, breach of implied warranty and fraudulent concealment. And at least one state has an anti-spyware law.

The firm believes that the evidence indicates that Lenovo knowingly violated those rights. Therefore, both Lenovo and Superfish should be held accountable and people who have been damaged should receive compensation.

W&L invites anyone who has purchased a Lenovo laptop during this time period to reach out to us to discuss joining our class action lawsuit.

"Lenovo put your security and privacy at risk, and you deserve to be compensated for that," affirms Ms. Greenwald. "Big corporations must learn that they cannot take advantage of people. And if they do so, they will be held accountable for it."

About Weitz & Luxenberg:

Weitz & Luxenberg, P.C. is among the nation's leading and most readily recognized personal injury and consumer protection law firms. Weitz & Luxenberg's numerous litigation areas include mesothelioma, defective medicine and devices, environmental pollutants, consumer protection, accidents, personal injury, and medical malpractice. Victims of corporate wrongdoing are invited to rely on Weitz & Luxenberg's more than 25 years of experience handling such cases. You can contact the firm's Client Relations department at 800-476-6070 or at clientrelations@weitzlux.com.

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

Twitter: @WeitzLuxenberg

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Global Online Media Magazine Provides Readers with a Piece of Paradise

CHARLOTTE, N.C., March 3, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Everyone wants their own little piece of paradise and that's exactly what a new global, online media magazine - Lucky Paradise Casinos - delivers. Is it about casinos? No, not really. It's about feeling good and being lucky.

The world's first global media magazine, Lucky Paradise Casinos, is filled with content designed to showcase pure entertainment. Articles run the gamut from fashion and travel to gourmet food and celebrity chatter. So, where do casinos come in? Readers will have access to information about some of the world's best casino operators around the world, but that's not all. It's just fun to read about these amazing places all in one spot.

"Think of it as one-stop-shopping for pure entertainment," Michael Brooks, CEO of Commercial Capital Investment the company which owns the magazine, but not the operators, says. "We never write about anything heavy. If you want to read about politics or religion, we're not for you. But, if you want to escape reality and get a little piece of entertainment paradise, you'll find what you're looking for with Lucky Paradise Casinos."

For example, some recent articles include: Top 10 Million Dollar Yachts; Visiting the Best Single Bars in Atlanta; Celebrities in Open Relationships; Paris Fashion for the Spring; and Women Who Influenced New York's Social Scene.

"Our lives are busy and we're all pulled in many directions. Sometimes we neglect to take time for ourselves. That's where Lucky Paradise Casinos comes in. It's that vehicle for pure entertainment. Think of it like taking a long hot bubble bath," Brooks says.

Beautifully designed and reader-friendly, visitors to Lucky Paradise Casinos can escape for a few or many minutes into their own little piece of entertainment paradise. Photos of some of the world's most beautiful models as well as eye-catching vacation spots are sure to keep readers coming back for more.

"We must be doing something right because the magazine averages about 23,000 visitors per day," Brooks says. "Our server can handle up to 3 million visitors at one time, so we're poised for growth."

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

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MostFit Introduces Stability Training Tools That Initiate a Whole New Way to Train

LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 3, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Following the launch of SYN Rings - a revolutionary product that changes the paradigm of stability training - MostFit has just released the new Core Hammer to the market. If you're looking to add a new dimension of intensity, explosive muscle engagement and core training to your exercise regimen, or for your clients, these tools fit the bill.

The MostFit Core Hammer is a first of its kind, finally making sledgehammer workouts possible without the tire. The Core Hammer is designed just like a sledgehammer, but the head is round and composed of solid hard rubber, providing the right amount of rebound so the user can establish a rhythm that exactly mimics traditional sledgehammer swings. This means that sledgehammer workouts can now be done anywhere - in a park, gym, Crossfit box, or at home and multiple users can workout together in small spaces with the Core Hammer, which fits in nicely with MostFit's mantra of helping the user be the "Most Fit" they can be - anywhere, any time.

MostFit SYN Rings allow the user to suspend weight plates from an Olympic weightlifting bar creating instability; forcing the user to engage more core and stability muscles and increase overall strength. The rings allow the weight plates to move in all directions, including forward, back, side-to-side, up-and-down and in circular motions.

"Stability weight training with the MostFit SYN Rings promotes core stabilization, explosive muscle engagement and athletic development - it's a whole new way to train," says Dr. Santo Riva PT, DPT, OCS, NASM-CPT.

The MostFit Suspension Strap offers "grab-and-go exercise" at little cost. It's a safe, affordable and most importantly, portable way to get your workout on - at home, at the office or on the road. Bodyweight training with the MostFit Suspension Strap will strengthen major muscles, while improving balance and core strength. It's designed to be a single, contained unit, and all adjustments are made using just the body. There are no extra parts or adjustable clips to get in the way of the workout and the anchor is attached. Additionally, the MostFit Suspension Strap weighs significantly less than other products available, and it contains no metal parts, so it can easily be brought in your carry-on luggage for air travel.

"If there's one thing that my passion and experience as a fitness instructor has taught me, it's that health and wellness don't have to be out of reach," says Andrew Gavigan, Founder and President of MostFit. "I was inspired to create the MostFit brand and line of products in order to make working out more interesting and accessible to everyone and to innovate well into the future."

The MostFit product line also includes Resistance Loops, Resistance Tubes and Resistance Bands, as well as exercise mats.

MostFit has formed distribution partnerships with all the right players, including Perform Better, Gopher Sport, Power Systems, and can also be found in key retail outlets in and around L.A. and in Canada, as well as online at http://Most-Fit.com/ .

About MostFit:

Founded by trainer Andrew Gavigan in 2011, MostFit is focused on creating and sharing affordable, efficient and accessible fitness equipment that empowers individuals to get stronger and to workout anywhere, any time.

MostFit is dedicated to promoting fitness throughout the community, as a means to health and happiness. Their goal is to make fitness enjoyable, accessible and realistic - which is paramount to creating a healthy body image and ultimately, success.

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New Technologies Poised to Create Billion-Dollar Markets

NEW YORK, N.Y., March 2, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A series of market investigations by Thintri, Inc. (www.thintri.com) has revealed significant new opportunities in several emerging technologies. These studies have uncovered three technologies that are projected to undergo dramatic market growth through the decade, moving rapidly from very modest, or even non-existent, markets to billion-dollar levels within the next five to 10 years.

The opportunities are analyzed in Thintri's Market Alerts, a series of shorter, concise market studies focusing on new or previously overlooked technologies that are poised to make a significant impact in the near future.

TV White Space:

Television White Space refers to the frequency bands residing between broadcast television channels that have been freed up by the move to digital television, and made available by the FCC for unlicensed use in telecommunications. The technology, which has already been proven in a number of deployments, comes at a time when conventional wireless networks are approaching saturation, when demand is growing at more than 100 percent per year. This bandwidth crunch results not only from burgeoning consumer smartphone use, but also new applications like the Internet of Things and Machine-to-Machine communications.

TV White Space can provide relief, with the potential to offer Exabytes per month of added capacity in this decade. It also offers potentially highly profitable solutions in bringing broadband wireless access to rural and underserved populations, as well as wide area and metropolitan networks.

Graphene-Based Lubricants:

Graphene, a two-dimensional array of carbon atoms, offers a number of fascinating properties. It is the thinnest material ever found, it's hundreds of times stronger than steel and offers extraordinary electronic properties. Graphene offers the potential to remake entire industries, but none more so than lubricants. Graphene is chemically inert and offers high mechanical strength, and can be applied to nanoscale devices or macro-scale machinery, all with significant advantages over established lubricants.

Graphene-based lubricants can be applied as solid coatings deposited on surfaces exposed to friction, or used as an additive to fluid lubricants. Compared to conventional lubricants, graphene-based lubricants can reduce wear by as much as four orders of magnitude with relative insensitivity to environmental conditions. No other known solid lubricant can reduce friction and wear as effectively as graphene. Graphene-based lubricants were initially held back by high prices but with the plummeting price of graphene, graphene-based lubricants are ready to capture multi-billion dollar markets within the present decade.

Paper Electronics and Paper Batteries:

Paper electronics, the printing of electronic devices, circuits and displays on cheap, disposable paper substrates, is rapidly approaching commercialization and offers the promise of creating large, entirely new markets. Of course paper electronics will never duplicate silicon's performance, but that's not the point. While performance will be limited, costs will be so low that electronics and displays will find themselves in applications undreamt of until now. Roll-to-roll printing will print electronic circuits on paper substrates faster than an Olympic sprinter can run, enabling incredibly high volume production.

Paper electronics will bring intelligence to innumerable applications that today are strictly low tech. For example, ordinary packaging will incorporate displays running videos on product operation; small, disposable tabs will quickly diagnose disease in the patient's home; business cards will update themselves or show a person's present location; retail security will include technically sophisticated mechanisms that cost pennies; billboards and signage will be easily updated and include full-motion video; and many other applications will be made possible and extremely inexpensive.

The greatest revenue opportunity will be paper batteries and ultracapacitors. Paper has long been used in power capacitors, but can also be made into lightweight, robust and powerful batteries that can be rolled or folded into nearly any shape, able to accommodate the most constrained form factors, such as in cell phones. Paper ultracapacitors can efficiently deliver tremendous bursts of power, a necessity in some applications like electric vehicles, biometric ATM cards or small devices sending wireless signals. Markets for paper electronics and paper batteries will likely approach billion-dollar levels within 10 years.

Thintri's Market Alerts highlight extraordinary opportunities for investment and revenue in fast-changing markets by technologies that are poised to revolutionize entire industries. More details can be found at http://www.thintri.com/ .

About Thintri, Inc.

Founded in 1996, Thintri, Inc., 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, photonics, materials and coatings, semiconductor devices, manufacturing, industrial logistics, security, thermal management, energy, and a host of others.

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

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