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innovosource hosts virtual conference to bridge gap between tech and startup gap fund and accelerator programs and development and advancement offices

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. /ScoopCloud/ -- It's a trending topic among research institutions - to improve alignment between tech and startup gap fund accelerator programs (GAP) and development/advancement offices. Why? Because more and more alumni and friends of research institutions are looking to channel funds into innovation funds and support programs, like proof-of-concept programs, startup accelerators and university venture funds. So to meet that end, innovosource is hosting a virtual conference, "Innovation and Venture Philanthropy for Research Institutions" on August 23. This unique opportunity invites key parties from each group to participate.

The event is designed to help the groups work together to inspire innovation and philanthropy throughout their research institutions and in their communities. It's also a good opportunity for relevant industry experts, donors and supporters who are interested in being at the forefront of innovation and technology advancement.

Collaboration is key. From technology commercialization professionals and GAP funding accelerator leaders to foundation/development/advancement offices, it's essential that these groups do not silo themselves. Innovation and philanthropic success lays in partnership.

The event will offer a diverse range of content including thought-provoking panels and case studies; experts from Duke University, Innovate Calgary, Tulane University, and University of Notre Dame will share fundraising success stories and strategies.

"The primary goal of this virtual conference is to help participating campuses move the needle through successful tactics and examples, and to help them to leave common misconceptions behind - ones that may be holding back the opportunity/potential of philanthropy as support for innovation and commercialization priorities," Jacob Johnson, founder, innovosource, says. "We want them to come away with not just ideas, but actual ways to implement powerful and effective donor-supported innovation programming strategies of their own."

So, don't miss out on this exceptional gathering that bridges the gap between technology commercialization and philanthropic endeavors.

For more information, visit: https://www.innovosource.com/innovation-venture-philanthropy-event/

About innovosource:

Over the past 17 years, innovosource ( https://www.innovosource.com/ ) has worked with and supported hundreds of gap funding programs around the world. By partnering with research institutions and affiliates, innovosource informs, connects, and advocates for technology and startup gap funding and accelerator support programs.

It's a trending topic among research institutions - to improve alignment between tech and startup gap fund accelerator programs (GAP) and development/advancement offices. So to meet that end, innovosource is hosting a virtual conference, "Innovation and Venture Philanthropy for Research Institutions" on August 23. This unique opportunity invites key parties from each group to participate.

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

Percy announces agenda for fifth annual National Home Valuation Week

NASHVILLE, Tenn. /ScoopCloud/ -- Percy, maker of pre-mover data intelligence-driven client engagement and retention tools for real estate brokers and mortgage lenders, today announced the agenda for its annual National Home Valuation Week (NHVW) event, which will be held virtually on April 3-7, 2023.

Now in its fifth year, NHVW will offer five days of curated content for real estate agents and brokerage leadership. Led by Percy's team of proptech and real estate marketing experts and featuring prominent broker executives, NHVW's sessions have been designed to help agents win listings from sellers at the most opportune time in the market. During this one-week event, Percy will empower agents with best practices to strategically engage clients with proprietary buyer demand data and market insights.

Event sessions will air live and recordings will be available for registrants to view on demand.

The NHVW agenda is as follows:

* Monday, April 3 - Kick-Off Session and 2023 Housing Market Overview

* Monday, April 3 - How to Leverage NHVW to 2x Your Listing Leads

* Tuesday, April 4 - From Agent to Advisor: Thriving in a Low Inventory Market with Equity Insights

* Wednesday, April 5 - Promoting your HVS: How Top Agents Leverage Social Media

* Thursday, April 6 - Winning Best Practices to Double Your Repeat Business & Referral Business

* Friday, April 7 - The Perfect Script: How to Run a Buyer Market Analysis

During NHVW, Percy will host a friendly competition that challenges real estate agents to engage the most clients using Percy's listing optimization tools. The three competition categories are: (1) Most monthly report subscriptions, (2) Most Home Valuation Reports generated and (3) Most Buyer Market Analyses (BMAs) generated. First place winners will be announced Monday, April 10, 2023, and will receive a one-on-one strategy session with Percy Founder and CEO Charles Williams, Vice President of Customer Success Brandon Carroll and Director of Education Lucas Rogers.

"Agents have communicated that they are especially eager to attend this year's National Home Valuation Week because they are hungry for strategies that help them navigate a contracted housing market using the power of Percy," said Williams. "Percy prides itself on delivering an average ROI of 409% across all customers. My goal for this event is to inspire our users and equip them with knowledge that will catapult them into top-tier performers."

Percy will reach out to clients with a full agenda and marketing assets as they become available.

About Percy:

Percy delivers real-time consumer behavior and homebuying intent data to real estate agents and mortgage lenders through consumer-focused engagement tools. Powered by unparalleled pre-mover intelligence, Percy aggregates billions of buyer activity in real-time across major real estate search portals and leading brokerage websites, helping identify prospective buyers for a specific home. Over 40% of the top 100 real estate brokerages in the US, collectively representing over 250,000 agents, rely on Percy to differentiate themselves with data and reshape the way agents and lenders capture, engage, and retain clients.

To learn more about Percy, visit https://percy.ai/.

Percy, maker of pre-mover data intelligence-driven client engagement and retention tools for real estate brokers and mortgage lenders, today announced the agenda for its annual National Home Valuation Week (NHVW) event, which will be held virtually on April 3-7, 2023.

Related link: https://percy.ai/

Economic Empowerment Event Teaches Minority Women Business Owners How to Scale using social media

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ -- Helping minority women entrepreneurs take their businesses to the next level, powerhouses Dr. Velma Trayham, founder of the Millionaire Mastermind Academy, a leading nonprofit organization that has mentored more than 8,000 women, and Santia Deck, the founder of TRONUS, the first sneaker company owned by a woman athlete, are coming together for a particular online event on using social media for good. The free event, Building a Brand through Social Media, takes place online on November 21 at 2 p.m. EST, Thinkzilla Consulting Group announced today.

Geared towards underserved and underrepresented aspiring and established women entrepreneurs, "Building a Brand through Social Media" will share the essential steps entrepreneurs need to take to establish and expand their brands through various platforms while employing self-love. Truist Bank sponsors this program to inspire and build better lives and communities through economic empowerment.

Santia Deck of TRONUS is a history-making professional female football player and social media influencer. She recently made history by being offered the highest-paid contract in women's football history. In addition, Deck is a published author, fitness model, TV personality and host, social media consultant, and public speaker.

"Black women have notoriously been underrepresented in many ways, but things are finally changing and I'm excited to see us rise up and show the world our value and why we are the creators and trendsetters of almost EVERYTHING," Deck said.

Dr. Velma Trayham is a 2022 recipient of President Biden's Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award. Dr. Trayham is a dynamic personality and business leader in professional circles for Fortune 500 companies, small business owners, startup entrepreneurs, and community leaders from all walks of life. Her mission is to end poverty through entrepreneurship. To date, Dr. Trayham has mentored thousands of business owners across the country and has built community engagement programs supporting supplier diversity professionals seeking to engage diverse business owners.

"Women's empowerment is not only equal consideration; it is necessary for sustainable economic and social development," said Millionaire Mastermind Academy founder Dr. Velma Trayham. "Economic Empowerment is a powerful tool against Poverty, which is why Millionaire Mastermind Academy was created to end Poverty through empowered entrepreneurship.

Registration is now open at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/building-a-brand-through-social-media-tickets-407552489467

The Millionaire Mastermind Academy services underserved Arizona, Georgia, Florida, and Texas business communities. The organization houses several impactful programs, including statewide Entrepreneur and Real Estate Accelerator Programs to help more minority women succeed in business.

About Millionaire Mastermind Academy:

The Millionaire Mastermind Academy is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to educate and support the growth of women-owned business enterprises, thereby strengthening the economic impact in their community. Additionally, we address the barriers to economic mobility for women who have been systemically and historically underserved and excluded.

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

Helping minority women entrepreneurs take their businesses to the next level, powerhouses Dr. Velma Trayham, founder of the Millionaire Mastermind Academy, a leading nonprofit organization that has mentored more than 8,000 women, and Santia Deck, the founder of TRONUS, are coming together for a particular online event on using social media for good. The free event, Building a Brand through Social Media, takes place online Nov. 21, Thinkzilla Consulting Group announced today.

Related link: https://thinkzillaconsulting.com/

Registration Now Open for NEA Dell National Entrepreneur Pitch Contest: Over $10,000 in Cash and Prizes

SOUTHFIELD, Mich. /ScoopCloud/ -- The National Entrepreneurs Association (NEA) will host a National Virtual Pitch Contest on Wednesday April 20, 2022 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern Time on Zoom. Contestants will have an opportunity to win over $10,000 in cash and prizes. The event was created to give entrepreneurs and small business owners an opportunity to receive national exposure, professional coaching, funding and other resources that can be used immediately for growth and expansion. The event is sponsored by Dell Technologies and Comerica Bank.

This competition is for existing businesses. Start-ups and established business owners are invited to apply. 10 finalists will be chosen to pitch their business ideas to a national audience for three minutes. First, second and third place winners will be selected by a panel of judges.

The first place winner will receive a $3000 cash prize. The second place winner will receive a $1,000 cash prize. A third place winner will be selected by the audience and will receive a $500 cash prize. In addition, all three winners will receive a Dell laptop computer and a one-year membership to the National Entrepreneurs Association. The event is open to the public and entry is free. Application deadline is March 4, 2022.

"This will be our fourth pitch contest. We began offering these events twice a year to help entrepreneurs deal with the impact of the pandemic. It has become one of our most popular events. We give entrepreneurs the ongoing resources and support needed to be successful which includes exposure, professional coaching, networking opportunities, training, funding and the latest in technology," said National Entrepreneurs Association President, Dr. ZaLonya Allen.

NEA is a 501(c)(3) member-based non-profit corporation that was created to empower entrepreneurs to grow through quality networking events and educational programs. Annual training conferences are held twice a year. The Entrepreneur Bootcamp and Certification Training Program is offered twice a year and networking events are held monthly. For more information or an application visit https://www.nationalentrepreneurs.org/.

The National Entrepreneurs Association (NEA) will host a National Virtual Pitch Contest on Wednesday April 20, 2022 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern Time on Zoom. Contestants will have an opportunity to win over $10,000 in cash and prizes. The event was created to give entrepreneurs and small business owners an opportunity to receive national exposure, professional coaching, funding and other resources.

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

‘I FIL-AM POWERED’ Virtual Health and Wellness Summit on December 1-3, 2021

FALLS CHURCH, Va. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of Metro Washington DC (PACC-DC), in collaboration with Trainstation Philippines is spearheading a three-day virtual summit to promote health and wellness on December 1-3 at 6 p.m. EST entitled, "I FIL-AM POWERED." Says PACC-DC PRO, Olma Inocentes, "The title is a play at Fil-Am, short for Filipino-American, and empowerment because we believe that focusing on health and wellness promotes and supports personal growth, leading to self-empowerment. The summit is open to everybody. Health and wellness are universal concerns and ultimately, a global undertaking. But we need to start somewhere and where better to start than ourselves, our family and our community?"

Pre-pandemic, many people may not have been serious about their health and wellness, preferring to roll the dice with unhealthy life choices. Now, it's acknowledged as an important tool to promote longevity and has, in fact, surfaced as a necessity in the current pandemic reality.

Realizing the truth of that moved PACC-DC to organize this event with the help of Trainstation Philippines, a motivational training company. The Summit is host to an inspiring line-up of speakers and performers spread over the three-day event. Each day is themed - Day 1 for Mind, Day 2 for Body and Day 3 for Spirit, and will feature speakers from different sectors, including doctors, coaches, fitness trainers, culinary chefs and businesspeople. Join a community of thought leaders, influencers and practitioners to create a movement that positively impacts the lives of millions worldwide!

December 1: MIND

Neuro - The Brain * Panic and Emotional Hijack * The Emotional, Logical and Social Brain * The Organizing Principle of the Brain * Linguistics: Words * The Story in Your Head * Programming Our Defaults * Empowered to be CHAMPS - Connection, Have Fun, Attention Training, Physical Movement, Sleep Optimization * Mental Health * Brain:Mind Talk

December 2: BODY

Body Movement * Being the Best Version of You * Diet and Nutrition * Dental Care * Mentimeter Activity * General Health Care * Heart to Heart * COVID 19 and Vaccine updates

December 3: SPIRIT

Thriving Amidst Challenges * Spirit of Resilience and Courage * Fighting Spirit: Mental and Emotional Agility * Flourishing Spirit: Empowered From Within * Gratitude - Devi Prayer * Round Table: The Spirit of the Filipino * Round Table: Values & Community * Round Table: Grit and Flourishing in a Changing World * Breathing and Relaxation Techniques

From PACC-DC president Michael San Juan, "We are very excited about our virtual health and wellness summit on Dec 1-3. We expect to get a lot of health information and wellness tips from our speakers. Raffle prizes are also at stake and there will be musical entertainment featuring SNRG, a popular mixed hip-hop and R&B band, rapper EZ Mil, Janice Javier of The Voice Philippines, local favorite Katrina Manabat, singer-songwriter JayR and singer-actress Geneva Cruz.

Sponsored by George Mason Mortgage LLC, Avalon In-Home Nursing and Rehabilitation, BrightStar Care, The Medical Team and Enterprise Solutions, Inc. Sponsorship packages are still available. Please visit our website at https://www.pacc-dc.org/.

Tickets may be purchased at https://bit.ly/paccdc-filampowered. You can choose which day you want to attend, or you can join all three days.

PACC-DC is on its 28th year of service to its members and the community, and its vision is to further grow that presence in the DMV area. It is committed to develop programs and events that have a positive impact on the business community and to foster community outreach initiatives that benefit the entire region.

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The Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of Metro Washington DC (PACC-DC), in collaboration with Trainstation Philippines is spearheading a three-day virtual summit to promote health and wellness on December 1-3 at 6 p.m. EST entitled, "I FIL-AM POWERED." Says PACC-DC PRO, Olma Inocentes, "The title is a play at Fil-Am, short for Filipino-American, and empowerment because we believe that focusing on health and wellness promotes and supports personal growth, leading to self-empowerment."

Related link: https://www.pacc-dc.org/

Live-Online C. diff. Symposium developed to support and guide patients, families, and caregivers through a C. difficile illness

TAMPA, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- The C Diff Foundation will host a free, live-online, and interactive symposium on Friday, July 16, 2021, from 1 to 3 p.m. EDT. Sponsored by Seres Therapeutics, the event is designed for patients who are being treated for a C. diff. infection (CDI) in addition to those who are recovering or who have experienced CDI recurrences. The patients, family members, and caregivers will all benefit from the information and up-to-date data presented.

Presenters are among some of the top C diff. thought leaders and include healthcare professionals, practitioners, and educators who are helping to change the way individuals maneuver through a C. difficile infection, worldwide.

Unlike other presentations on this topic, C. diff. Survivors will share their C. diff. infection journeys to provide a real-world perspective on the patient experience. Other topics addressed will include creating a culture for patient-centered care, C. diff. innovations, diagnostics, research, environmental safety, clinical trials, and studies, C diff. in pediatric patients and more.

To register for this global live-online event, visit: https://cdifffoundation.org/patient-family-caregiver-symposium-july-16-2021/

About Clostridioides difficile Infection (CDI)

Clostridioides (formerly Clostridium) difficile, also known as C. difficile, C. diff., is one of the most common cause and leading healthcare-associated infection in U.S. hospitals (Lessa, et al, 2015, New England Journal of Medicine). Recent estimates suggest C. difficile approaches 500,000 infections annually in the United States and is associated with approximately 20,000 deaths. (Guh, 2020, New England Journal of Medicine). Based on internal estimates including a recurrence rate of approximately 20 percent, the C Diff Foundation believes that the annual incidence in the U.S. approaches 600,000.

About Seres Therapeutics

Seres Therapeutics is a late-clinical stage biotechnology company with a strong development pipeline and rigorous scientific underpinning, working to revolutionize treatment of a wide range of diseases by modulating the function of the human microbiome.

It reported positive, topline results from the pivotal Phase 3 ECOSPOR III study evaluating its investigational oral microbiome therapeutic SER-109 for recurrent C. difficile infection (CDI).

For more information: https://www.serestherapeutics.com/

About the C Diff Foundation

C Diff Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is the leading patient and healthcare organization educating and advocating for C. difficile (Clostridioides difficile, C. diff., CDI, CDAD) prevention, treatments, clinical trials, diagnostics, support, and environmental safety worldwide. Their Mission continues to move forward and grow through research conducted by government, industry, and academia strengthening the advocacy on behalf of patients, families, caregivers, healthcare professionals, and researchers worldwide.

For more information: https://cdifffoundation.org/

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Twitter @cdiffFoundation #cdiffpatientfamilycaregiver #cdiff2021 #cdiffwalks2021

C Diff Foundation(TM) is a trademark of the C Diff Foundation, established 2012 in the U.S.

The C Diff Foundation will host a free, live-online, and interactive symposium on Friday, July 16, 2021, from 1 to 3 p.m. EDT. Sponsored by Seres Therapeutics, the event is designed for patients who are being treated for a C. diff. infection (CDI) in addition to those who are recovering or who have experienced CDI recurrences.

Related link: https://cdifffoundation.org/

Indiana 5G Zone to Host Panel Discussion and Demonstrations on Revolutionary ‘Smart Transportation’ Technologies

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Indiana 5G Zone will host a virtual afternoon dedicated to innovative "smart transportation" technologies on Wednesday, May 26, 2021 at 2 p.m. ET. The event, which features speakers and demonstrations from leaders in the field, will highlight the potential advantages of adopting these technologies and their impact on the US economy.

"If the United States is going to maintain its lead in the global economy, it will need to adopt many of the 'smart transportation' technologies that we will highlight this week," said Sean Hendrix, managing director of the Indiana 5G Zone. "Our goal is to give these companies, universities and institutions, large and small, the opportunity to highlight their innovations and give interested parties a sense of what is coming down the pike in the near future."

"Smart transportation will revolutionize the way we move people and goods," said Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.), a member of the House Homeland Security Committee, House Judiciary Committee and the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence. "Our challenge, as a country, is figuring out how to provide an environment that allows institutions working in this field to bring their innovations to market. I look forward to hearing from and meeting with the innovative companies working with the Indiana 5G Zone that are making these groundbreaking technologies possible."

The three-hour afternoon event will feature presentations and demonstrations over three hours from the following leaders in the field, including:

* Advanced Renewable Power LLC (ARP)
* Autonomous Indiana
* City of Los Angeles
* Hawaii 5G Zone
* Indiana 5G Zone
* Indiana Economic Development Corporation
* May Mobility
* Mobility Insight
* Performance Defense
* Puerto Rico 5G Zone
* Rep. Eric Swalwell (CA-15), member of the House Homeland Security Committee, House Judiciary Committee, the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and Smart transportation advocate.
* Verizon
* Wovenware
* XQ

"Our goal is to highlight the work we are doing with self-protecting data and our partnerships with other companies that are making important contributions to smart transportation," remarked Brian Wane, CEO of XQ. "By doing so, we are highlighting the opportunities that exist for companies to adopt technologies, such as perimeterless zero-trust 5G, that will bring today's transportation into the 21st Century."

For more information or to register for the event, visit the IN5GZ's website: https://indiana5gzone.com/events/in5gz-powering-the-smart-economy/.

MEDIA CONTACT
Kasia Chaberski
Indiana 5G Zone
kasia@ninetwelve.us
Phone Number: 503-388-1963

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The Indiana 5G Zone will host a virtual afternoon dedicated to innovative "smart transportation" technologies on Wednesday, May 26, 2021 at 2 p.m. ET. The event, which features speakers and demonstrations from leaders in the field, will highlight the potential advantages of adopting these technologies and their impact on the US economy.

Related link: https://wherespeedmatters.com/

National Stop the Violence Alliance Inc. to Host an ‘Interfaith Service for Peace’ aimed at providing a Roadmap for Peace and Reconciliation

ST. PAUL, Minn. /ScoopCloud/ -- The National Stop the Violence Alliance, Inc. will host a National Interfaith Service for Peace, an event that is aimed at creating a roadmap for instilling peace and reconciliation in the United States and other countries of the world.

Over the years, the record of violence in the world has continued to enjoy an upsurge. Despite modalities set up by law enforcement agencies and the government of nations, global violence remains a seeming formidable foe.

To this end, the National Stop the Violence Alliance Inc. (NSTVA), has come up with an initiative to foster peace and reconciliation. The initiative which is an event tagged "National Interfaith Service for Peace" is in line with NSTVA's mission to help heal communities by fostering peace and the principles of nonviolence.

The event will be held on Sunday, May 23, 2021 from 3pm to 5pm CST at the Lutheran Church of the Redeemer located at 285 Dale St. N, St. Paul, Minnesota. It will also be streamed live via Zoom.

Registration for the Zoom can be found at https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_IurtEosgSYCHC7BqXdv0Xg.

Speaking about the event, Dr. Stephné Coney, Founder, and CEO of National Stop the Violence Alliance Inc. had this to say, "We are extremely excited to be able to present a program aimed at providing peace and reconciliation in our nation. Having this event in Minnesota, specifically in the St. Paul area adjacent to Minneapolis-a place where the entire global community came together for a common cause-adds to the dimensions that peace MUST happen."

Keynote speakers at the event include Her Excellency, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, 24th President of Liberia, US Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee (Texas), US Congressman Dwight Evans (Pennsylvania), Pennsylvania State Senator Sharif Street, and Lynda R. Williams, National President of NOBLE.

Others include the Past President of International Association of Chiefs of Police, Chief Paul Cell, Colonel Patrick Callahan, Superintendent of the New Jersey State Police, Cynthia M.A. Butler-McIntyre, 24th National President of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Hurst Family Experience, and other clergy members, performers, and special guests.

Members of the Native, Sikh, and AAPI communities will be participating in the National Interfaith Service for Peace and everyone is invited to come light candles for peace and in remembrance of those who have passed.

NSTVA is committed to working collaboratively with communities through ministerial outreach, youth programs, collective conferences with law enforcement agencies and public officials, and informational seminars about the effects of drug usage, gang violence, sex education, and economic uplifting, such as how to ace interviews, how to obtain employment, and how to manage unemployment. It is NSTVA's mission to help end violence across the country and to bring awareness to many illnesses that are affecting our culture.

In the United States of America, for example, the Associated Press projected a 15 percent rise in violence recorded from 2019. These numbers are expected to continue rising even in other parts of the world. More than ever before, the world needs people like Dr. Stephné and her NSTVA group to salvage what is left of violent attacks in recent times while proffering solutions to thwart further occurrences.

About Dr. Stephné Coney

Dr. Stephné Coney, Founder, and CEO of the National Stop the Violence Alliance Inc., an organization which she created in 1991 at a kitchen table in Camden, N.J.. She is the holder of 8 degrees including a doctorate in Education.

For further information on the National Interfaith Service for Peace, please visit https://www.nationalstoptheviolence.org/ or send an email to sescily@me.com.

The National Stop the Violence Alliance, Inc. will host a National Interfaith Service for Peace, an event that is aimed at creating a roadmap for instilling peace and reconciliation in the United States and other countries of the world.

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

Westerwood’s Free Virtual Hear Better Class Offers Insights, Tips and Technological Solutions to Help Manage Hearing Loss

COLUMBUS, Ohio /ScoopCloud/ -- The Westerwood Life Care community is offering a free, virtual "Hear Better" class in honor of May's Better Hearing and Speech Month. Dr. Kelly Tremblay and Dr. Margaret Wallhagen will review high-tech, low-cost solutions to help manage hearing loss in everyday conversations.

"Hearing loss is one of the most common chronic sensory problems we experience," said Dr. Tremblay. "There are low-cost options and resources that can help someone have a better quality of life."

The online class "Hear Better: 10 Low-Cost & High-Tech Tips" is being offered on Tuesday, May 11 at 1 p.m. EDT. RSVP at https://explorefriendshipvillage.org/events/.

Do you have trouble hearing? Here are a few questions to ask:

1 - Are you over the age of 65? (yes/no)

2 - Do you often ask people to repeat themselves? (yes/no)

3 - Do you often think people mumble? (yes/no)

4 - Do you have difficulty hearing when there is background noise present? (yes/no)

5 - Do friends and family suggest you get your hearing tested? (yes/no)

If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, there is a good chance you do have some type of hearing loss. Approximately one in three people over 65 years of age will experience some degree of hearing problems.

Dr. Margaret Wallhagen, RN, PhD, FAAN is a Professor of Physiological Nursing at the University of California, San Francisco. She is a former board trustee of The Hearing Loss Association of America.

Dr. Kelly Tremblay PhD, FAAA is a neuroscientist, audiologist and advocate. She is a Board Trustee of The Hearing Loss Association of America and works as an advocate to get the word out about health and hearing for seniors. She is also a contributor to the World Health Organization.

Westerwood is also hosting tours of their Garden Cottages, which are in development. These spacious two-bedroom, two-bathroom garden cottages are just a short walk from the main building. If you want extra room, privacy, and that home-of-your-own feeling, make sure you get on the priority list ASAP. Add your name here: https://explorefriendshipvillage.org/garden-cottages/.

Westerwood offers other free virtual events. Visit the events page for details: https://explorefriendshipvillage.org/events/.

Westerwood, formerly Friendship Village Columbus, is a 23-acre, scenic retirement community just off the beaten path and minutes from downtown Westerville and Otterbein University. The active resident community loves lifelong learning, artistic pursuits, exercising, giving back and connecting with nature. Westerwood is the only true nonprofit Life Care community near Westerville and offers a top-rated, full continuum of care, including a Life Care Contract to provide predictable monthly living expenses regardless of care levels needed.

Rooted in the northeast side of Columbus since 1978, this wooded oasis offers restaurant-quality dining cooked from scratch, wellness classes with a personal trainer, an arts studio, a woodshop and gardens in a friendly atmosphere where ageless spirits can indulge their curiosity. Westerwood is a 501(c)(3) charitable nonprofit community. It is ranked as a 2020 Choice community by the Holleran Group in recognition of an exemplary culture of resident engagement. Westerwood also has SageCare certification and received the 2020 Best of Business: Retirement Community award. Learn more at http://liveatwesterwood.org/.

#HearBetter, #BetterHearingAndSpeechMonth, #OurCampusYourCanvas, #SeniorLiving

Media Contact: Cheri Carl, 3rdThird Marketing, PR@3rd3rd.com

The Westerwood Life Care community is offering a free, virtual "Hear Better" class in honor of May's Better Hearing and Speech Month. Dr. Kelly Tremblay and Dr. Margaret Wallhagen will review high-tech, low-cost solutions to help manage hearing loss in everyday conversations.

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

Town & Country Hosts Virtual Hear Better Event in Honor of Better Hearing and Speech Month

SANTA ANA, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Town & Country Life Plan community is offering a free, virtual "Hear Better" event in honor of May's Better Hearing and Speech Month. Dr. Kelly Tremblay and Dr. Margaret Wallhagen will share affordable solutions to help manage hearing loss in everyday conversations.

"Hearing loss is one of the most common chronic sensory problems we experience," said Dr. Tremblay. "There are low-cost options and resources that can help someone have a better quality of life."

The online event Hear Better: 10 Low-Cost & High-Tech Tips is on Thursday, May 13 at 2 p.m. (PDT). RSVP at https://www.tcmanor.com/upcoming-events/.

Here are a few questions to ask if you have trouble hearing:

1. Are you over the age of 65? (yes/no)

2. Do you often ask people to repeat themselves? (yes/no)

3. Do you often think people mumble? (yes/no)

4. Do you have difficulty hearing when there is background noise present? (yes/no)

5. Do friends and family suggest you get your hearing tested? (yes/no)

If you answered yes to any of these questions, there is a good chance you have some type of hearing loss. Approximately one in three people over 65 years of age will experience some degree of hearing problems.

Dr. Margaret Wallhagen, RN, PhD, FAAN is a Professor of Physiological Nursing at the University of California, San Francisco. She is a former board trustee of The Hearing Loss Association of America.

Dr. Kelly Tremblay, PhD, FAAA is a neuroscientist, audiologist and advocate. She is a Board Trustee of The Hearing Loss Association of America and works as an advocate to get the word out about health and hearing for seniors. She is also a contributor to the World Health Organization.

Town & Country offers many free events about Dementia and Alzheimer's. They also have design tours scheduled for Grace Gardens, their brand new, innovative, $25 Million community with transformational features and amenities.

ABOUT TOWN & COUNTRY:

Town & Country is a non-profit Christian retirement community located in the heart of Orange County. Built in 1975, Town & Country was brought to life with the vision of showing God's love through the caring and serving of their residents. The 8-acre campus is full of outdoor courtyards, gardens and fountains with every apartment having a private balcony and offers independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and short-term rehab care. Their new memory care apartments will have the same quality feel and focus on outdoor space.

As a charitable 501(c)(3) nonprofit community, Town & Country had the unique opportunity to build a thoughtfully designed memory care community. For more information, visit https://www.tcmanor.com/

#HearBetter, #BetterHearingAndSpeechMonth, #SeniorLiving

Media Contact: PR@3rd3rd.com

The Town & Country Life Plan community is offering a free, virtual "Hear Better" event in honor of May's Better Hearing and Speech Month. Dr. Kelly Tremblay and Dr. Margaret Wallhagen will share affordable solutions to help manage hearing loss in everyday conversations.

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

Labor leader and civil rights activist, Dolores Huerta, to speak at Marin Academy’s Conference on Democracy

SAN RAFAEL, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Marin Academy's Conference on Democracy, founded in 2004, earned nationwide recognition for Marin Academy as a leading independent school focused on equity and justice. The conference features sessions that are designed and facilitated jointly by MA students and faculty in partnership with local and national experts, activists, and stakeholders.

Marin Academy's 17th Annual Conference on Democracy will explore local, national, and global issues with student activists, leaders, and luminaries.

Amidst a global pandemic, the ongoing fight for racial justice, a climate crisis, and the recent presidential election, Marin Academy's student leaders decided that this year's conference will focus on how we are supporting the longevity of democracy in terms of the three main pillars of sustainability: social equity, environmental protection, and economic viability.

The slate of speakers and topics will focus on systemic inequalities rooted in our society and invite students to identify meaningful ways to increase the sustainability of our democracy individually, locally, and globally. From behavioral economics, neuroscience, and voting rights to youth activism, ethical listening, and gardening for food security in Marin County, the 17th Annual Conference on Democracy will challenge individuals to listen, learn, and initiate change in an environment of collaboration.

Marin Academy student activists, educators, alumni, and parents are eagerly anticipating the final keynote address by Dolores Huerta on Thursday, April 29, 2021.

Huerta, a civil rights pioneer, brought an intersectional vision to her community organizing work, recognizing that the specific needs of workers varied depending on their diverse identities. "Her lifelong pursuit of workers, immigrants, and women's rights and the courage she has had as a leader is inspiring to me. She has embodied her call to action of "Si, se puede" in so many ways, including often being the only woman, or the first woman, to be in various organizations or leadership roles at the time. She is a groundbreaker and inspires me to be one too." Chiara Savage Schwartz, one of the conference's student organizers shared. Huerta, now 91, is still active in community organizing and will be speaking about civic leadership and how to sustain one's civic engagement.

OTHER FEATURED SPEAKERS INCLUDE:

* Jared Huffman, American Congressman who serves in the U.S. House of Representatives for California's 2nd congressional district (which includes Marin County).

* San Rafael Mayor, Kate Colin.

* Mohammed Soriano-Bilal, a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) consultant who explores the convergence of the issues of race, gender, religion, and education in society through different artistic mediums. He is an award-winning film and music producer and poet and currently serves as the Associate Dean and Director of the Office for Inclusion, Belonging, and Intergroup Communication at Stanford University.

* Miyoko Schinner, chef, cookbook author, animal sanctuary founder, and owner of Miyoko's Creamery.

* Nil Zacharias, entrepreneur, advisor, and author who has spent the past 10 years focused on the intersection of food and sustainability.

* Shirzad Chamine, NY Times Bestselling Author and Stanford Lecturer.

* MA alum Trevor Cohen '08, author of "Bright Green Future," a book about solving climate change.

* Armando Quintero, Director, California State Parks.

* Christina Hammonds Reed, NY Times Bestselling Author of "The Black Kids."

Limited press tickets available for keynote speakers, including Dolores Huerta. Contact Justine Clifford for press access to the event.

ABOUT MARIN ACADEMY

Founded in 1971, Marin Academy is a co-educational, independent high school in Marin County. The multidimensional nature of MA's educational approach creates an environment in which our students thrive as scholars, athletes, and artists. Students experience the value of working with others as they grow their appetite to pursue their own passions, questions, and paths. Marin Academy's mission statement "asks every individual to think, question, and create in an environment of encouragement and compassion, and challenges each person to accept the responsibilities posed by education in a democratic society."

Learn more: https://www.ma.org/

CONTACT

Please contact Justine Clifford, Director of Marketing and Communications, at jclifford@ma.org, or call 415-482-3289 to schedule an interview.

Marin Academy's Conference on Democracy, founded in 2004, earned nationwide recognition for Marin Academy as a leading independent school focused on equity and justice. The conference features sessions that are designed and facilitated jointly by MA students and faculty in partnership with local and national experts, activists, and stakeholders.

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

Wells Fargo, CoreLogic and Volly Sponsor #HousingDC21 Virtual Housing Summit

WASHINGTON, D.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Housing Finance Strategies President Faith Schwartz today announced three new sponsors have joined #HousingDC21, a 100% virtual housing summit being held on September 20-21, 2021. The new sponsors are Wells Fargo, Platinum, CoreLogic, Gold and Volly, Silver.

"We are honored to have these three firms support our efforts in producing #HousingDC21 and we believe their sponsorship speaks volumes to the quality of event we will stage next September," said Faith Schwartz. "Clearly, market leaders want to participate in #HousingDC21 because they know it will provide insightful and meaningful content that informs the business agendas of 2022."

#HousingDC21 will feature speakers from the White House and officials from cabinet agencies who will pair nicely with business leaders who are executing on housing goals for the nation. Representative themes include mortgage modernization, climate change and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and how they will drive origination through securitization change - as well as regulatory oversight.

Wells Fargo, CoreLogic and Volly join the following sponsors-to-date of #HousingDC21, FormFree, FICO, Caliber Home Loans, Freedom Mortgage, Black Knight Financial Services, Notarize, First American Financial Solutions, Genworth, RiskSpan, Class Valuation, Mortgage Connect, USMI, FundingShield, ReverseVision, CoreLogic, DepthPR, Women in Housing & Finance and the Women in Housing & Finance Foundation.

Schwartz added: "With these additional sponsors at our event, and with conference registration well past expectations at this early stage, we are set to deliver the nation's premier housing policy conference this September. We have a focus on women executives in housing finance - but our event is open to all who wish to attend."

Take advantage of complimentary registration and sign-up today by clicking here: https://www.housingdc21.com/.

About Housing Finance Strategies:

Housing Finance Strategies was established by Faith Schwartz in 2016 as a professional services and advisory firm specializing in mortgage modernization, housing policy and legislative and regulatory affairs. Schwartz serves on a number of bank and fintech boards and has a lengthy record of hosting and moderating housing industry events.

Housing Finance Strategies President Faith Schwartz today announced three new sponsors have joined #HousingDC21, a 100% virtual housing summit being held on September 20-21, 2021. The new sponsors are Wells Fargo, Platinum, CoreLogic, Gold and Volly, Silver.

Related link: https://housingfinancestrategies.com/

New York City Takes ‘Closed’ Signs Down, Businesses Open Safer, Stronger

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Hospitality businesses including dining establishments, the event industry, and the rest of New York City's businesses are not only poised for a strong comeback, it's already underway. With COVID-19 vaccinations in progress, a group of industry professionals are determined to light the way by empowering business owners and, as a result, instilling confidence in clientele. The Academy for Hospitality Arts (AHA) will be presenting on COVID-19 safety at a free virtual conference next week as a part of this mission.

"I've heard people say New York City is a ghost town right now. That could not be further from the truth," says Michael DiPeri, President and Founder of AHA. "The restaurant, hospitality and event industries have taken the lead in getting businesses back to full operating status. We've done our homework. Now we're welcoming our patrons back knowing we've dotted every i, crossed every t with regards to their safety and ours."

On Tuesday, March 16, 2021, as a part of a next-level virtual learning conference hosted by Lovegevity's E3Xperience, four speakers from the AHA will take the stage to present to an international audience of hundreds of professionals in the hospitality industry. Online attendees of the event will have an opportunity to benefit from AHA's extensive research and insightful expert knowledge for protecting themselves while getting back to serving guests safely and keeping their staff safe.

Founder Michael DiPeri, along with Karen Diperi of The Academy for Hospitality Arts (AHA), rolled up their sleeves in the midst of the pandemic to create a comprehensive blueprint for hospitality professionals to get their feet firmly on the road to reopening success. The AHA is on a mission to lead fellow business professionals through the ever-changing COVID safety protocols so they can get back to full capacity with confidence. The pair have been immersed in New York City's event and hospitality scene for more than 30 years. Now they're leveraging decades of experience to set industry standards by providing training programs and certifications, all built on extensive research and scientific data.

The AHA has recently introduced two specific programs to ensure hospitality and event professionals are ready to meet the most stringent health standards set by the World Health Organization (WHO), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

1. COVID-19 Readiness Program (Course (CRC) for - wait staff and servers all members of the hospitlity industry.)

2. COVID Hospitality Compliance Officer (CHCO) Certification course, for management those who take a leadership role in guiding hospitality back to full capacity.

Both programs prepare hospitality professionals for:

* the increase in new daily protocols for cleaning and disinfecting

* the increase in protection of customers

* conflict resolution protocols

* identifying symptoms, isolation precautions, and much more

During the March 16 virtual conference, attendees will be able to sign up for their COVID-19 Readiness Courses with a donation to World Central Kitchen. "The Academy for Hospitality Arts is proud to partner with this organization," said Karen DePeri, Chief Marketing Officer of The AHA. "We have already raised $2500 for their cause, and will continue our fundraising efforts at the event, offering our safety courses to attendees in exchange for their donation to World Central Kitchen." They will also have the opportunity to gain preferred access to the CHCO Certification course.

Free Tickets for the immersive online experience, "The Road to ReOpening," are available through Sunday, March 14 at http://www.lovegevity.com/e3xp.

If the first full-day event in the series was any indication, it's going to be a spectacle of cutting-edge 3D technology. Guests will soak up inspiration, and take away more confidence for the future of their businesses.

"Along with the learning opportunities, it's a day of networking, socializing and an all-around good time set in the streets of New York, and attendees get to enjoy it from anywhere. We're thrilled to introduce this type of experience to the event industry. Even after the pandemic is behind us, we want to show global audiences how to bring audiences together in an exciting virtual setting," said Cho Phillips, CEO of Lovegevity and co-founder of the E3Xperience.

Anyone interested in learning more about the AHA's COVID-19 safety training courses can visit the AHA website for details. Live online classes have begun, and will be available online and instructor-led through accredited colleges and universities as part of a partnership between Lovegevity University and the Academy for Hospitality Arts.

About the Academy for Hospitality Arts

Founded in 2014 by Michael and Karen DiPeri, the Academy for Hospitality Arts is the authority in hospitality training and setting excellence in service standards. With more than 30 years of experience and 17 years of research on service and standards at the highest level, the AHA seeks to elevate the hospitality industry through a standardized service excellence framework. The AHA is committed to educating directors of midsize to large catering and foodservice providers and individuals seeking hospitality front-of-house professional training. To learn more, visit http://www.ahaexcellence.com/.

About E3Xperience

E3Xperience (E3xp) is an Immersive Luxury Event Management & Production division of Lovegevity. Co-founded by Monica Mowad and Cho Phillips in 2020, E3Xperience combines live interactive virtual events with 3D technology platforms to create an immersive experience for online attendees. With a focus on education, entertainment, and engaging experiences, E3Xperience is bridging the gap between in-person and virtual events. For more information or to schedule your next hybrid event, contact Monica Mowad at 888-221-9988 x900.

About Lovegevity

Lovegevity is a career and technical education (CTE) course provider to schools, colleges, and universities. Founded in 1997 by Cho Phillips, Lovegevity has over 2200 accredited college and university partners across the United States and around the world. Lovegevity's CTE programs provide skills, training, and education through various learning experiences, including hands-on, real-world learning, and paid internships. Lovegevity builds hybrid programs for both classroom and online learning with career-focused learning outcomes. For more information, visit http://www.lovegevity.com/

VIDEO (YouTube): https://youtu.be/2P9c83e1XmI

Hospitality businesses including dining establishments, the event industry, and the rest of New York City's businesses are not only poised for a strong comeback, it's already underway. The Academy for Hospitality Arts (AHA) will be presenting on COVID-19 safety at a free virtual conference next week as a part of this mission.

Related link: https://ahaexcellence.com/

Tickets and sponsorships available for Planned Parenthood of Southwest and Central Florida Virtual Events

FORT MYERS, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Planned Parenthood of Southwest and Central Florida (PPSWCF) is excited to announce highly anticipated speakers for its large-scale virtual fundraising series - "The Naked Truth."

The series of events begins in March with a variety of Revealing Conversations and culminates with a virtual gala on Thursday, April 8, 2021.

Lindy West, Dr. Bertice Berry, and Wade Davis will speak their truth at the gala. Each play a part in the national conversations surrounding gender identity, inclusion, and diversity.

"At Planned Parenthood we value truth-telling and honor people who have the courage to speak their truth," said Stephanie Fraim, president and CEO of PPSWCF. "The speakers at our gala will share powerful stories about how truth transformed their lives and how it can change the world for the better."

Lindy West wrote the bestselling memoir "Shrill: Notes from a Loud Woman." She is a writer and executive producer on Shrill, the Hulu comedy adapted from her memoir. The series stars Aidy Bryant, a cast member on Saturday Night Live. West is also a contributing opinion writer for the New York Times and written for numerous national publications.

Dr. Bertice Berry, a professor, sociologist, and best-selling author of an inspirational memoir, "I'm On My Way, But Your Foot Is On My Head," has won accolades as a gifted speaker imparting humor with a serious message. She has been featured on national television programs, including The Oprah Winfrey Show.

Wade Davis, a former NFL player, speaks and writes about gender, race, and orientation equality. He is the NFL's first LGBT inclusion consultant and has worked with numerous professional sports leagues on issues of sexism, racism and homophobia. He founded and serves on a diversity and inclusion advisory board with political activist, Gloria Steinem.

The speakers will be joined by Rebecca Traister, an award-winning author and writer for New York magazine and The Cut, who will moderate during the virtual event. Traister covers women in politics, media, and culture. She earned the 2018 National Magazine Award for her writing on the #metoo reckoning and sexual harassment.

Preceding the gala, PPSWCF will host Revealing Conversations, a series of virtual and expert-led discussions that address topics such as racism in health care and sex work.

"Generous donors, like the ones who will attend The Naked Truth, continue to support us in our belief that all people deserve high-quality, respectful health care," Fraim said. "This event ensures that our doors stay open and we provide the best care to the people who need it the most."

Planned Parenthood is one of the nation's leading providers of high-quality, respectful sexual and reproductive health care and the nation's largest provider of sex education. With or without insurance, patients can always find health care at PPSWCF which currently serves more than 42,000 patients throughout a 22-county area in Florida.

Planned Parenthood educators also provide community outreach services by holding education sessions at youth shelters, foster homes, jails, juvenile justice facilities, substance abuse treatment centers and community-based organizations like PACE Center for Girls, Boys and Girls Clubs, colleges and more.

Sponsorships for "The Naked Truth" are available from $1,000 to $15,000 and individual tickets are $250 per person. Visit https://thenakedtruth.givesmart.com/.

For more information about tickets call (239) 687-2910 or email at events@ppswcf.org.

About Planned Parenthood of Southwest and Central Florida:

Planned Parenthood of Southwest and Central Florida, Inc provides sexual and reproductive health care services and comprehensive sexuality education to in Fort Myers, Kissimmee, Lakeland, Naples, Orlando, St. Petersburg, Sarasota, and Tampa. The mission of Planned Parenthood is to ensure the right of all individuals to manage their sexual and reproductive health by providing medical services, education and advocacy. Go to http://www.myplannedparenthood.org/ for further information or call (941) 365.3913.

Twitter: @PPSWCF

Planned Parenthood of Southwest and Central Florida (PPSWCF) is excited to announce highly anticipated speakers for its large-scale virtual fundraising series - "The Naked Truth."

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

Associated Colleges of Illinois to Host March 9 Virtual Event Focused on Solutions to Illinois’ Economic Challenges

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- College presidents, corporate leaders and students will lead an Associated Colleges of Illinois' (https://acifund.org) virtual event March 9, at 11 a.m., focused on how educators and the business community are working together to offer solutions to economic challenges faced by Illinois' companies, schools and students.

Registration (ow.ly/NzAm50DNZCo) for the virtual event is open through March 9. The video program can be viewed on ACI's website (https://acifund.org/march-9-virtual-event/).

Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf2q_DTK-PnKPDVx42kIlZUvzEnnlUeOxNXRw9kprHVG76-xw/viewform

The event, "A Smarter Solution: How the Liberal Arts and Business Community Together are Solving Illinois Challenges," includes discussion of ACI's extensive alumni employment data (https://acifund.org/member-employment-data/). Presidents of four ACI-affiliated colleges and universities, a Fortune 500 company CEO and two corporate members of ACI's Board of Trustees, including a student, will be presenters.

The virtual event is planned for 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. CST. President Jamel Santa Cruze Wright, Eureka College, will introduce the program and offer concluding remarks. Wright is also ACI president.

Other topics and speakers are:

* What are the challenges? - President Philip G. Ryken, Wheaton College

* How can we meet these challenges? - Kunal Kapoor, CEO, Morningstar, Inc., and graduate of ACI-member Monmouth College

* What do ACI-member schools offer as one solution? - President Teresa L. Amott, Knox College

* What have been the results shown by the employment data? - President Troy D. Hammond, North Central College

* How can you get involved? - Chloe Overstreet, ACI board member and student at ACI-member Eureka College, and Mark A. Vargas, ACI board member and president, Licentiam. Vargas is also a graduate ACI-member Judson University.

After the virtual event, a recording will be available on ACI's YouTube channel.

About ACI:

Associated Colleges of Illinois (ACI) is a collaboration of 26 private, independent colleges and universities, representing more than 70,000 students. Established in 1952, ACI supports member colleges and universities by advancing independent liberal arts and sciences education and helping underserved students succeed in college, career and life. The organization raises funds for scholarships, peer mentoring and emergency financial aid, and it provides member services such as professional development conferences and college-to-career seminars and events. Visit ACI's website https://acifund.org for more information.

College presidents, corporate leaders and students will lead an Associated Colleges of Illinois' virtual event March 9, at 11 a.m., focused on how educators and the business community are working together to offer solutions to economic challenges faced by Illinois' companies, schools and students.

Related link: https://acifund.org

Stand with Georgia Virtual March Will Launch Black Youth Vote Georgia Campaign to Fight Biased Voter Suppression Laws and Promote John Lewis VRAA

ATLANTA, Ga. /ScoopCloud/ -- Black Youth Vote Georgia (BYV GA) will host the intergenerational Stand With Georgia Virtual March to launch "Don't Bother My Ballot," a youth-led campaign to fight oppressive voter suppression laws recently introduced by Georgia legislators and to promote the passage of the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. Proposed laws to make it harder for elderly, students, people with disabilities and BIPOC voters to exercise their right to vote include: cuts to early voting, stricter voter ID laws, absentee ballot restrictions, and purges of voter rolls.

Civil rights and labor leaders, clergy, activists and a broad range of organizational leaders will join BYV GA, an affiliate of the National Coalition on Black Civic Participation's (NCBCP) Black Youth Vote program, to send a bold message to legislators that they will not stand idly by and accept a new era of racist voter suppression schemes.

"There is an urgent need to stop the ongoing efforts to disenfranchise Black and Brown voters with their New Jim Crow legislation," said Jared Sawyer, Jr., co-coordinator of Black Youth Vote Georgia. "People across the country supported our efforts to get our voters to the polls in the 2020 elections. We're asking people to stand with Georgia once again because, as the late Congressman John Lewis said, 'We're not going back. We are only moving forward.'"

The March will be streamed live at www.standwithga.com, YouTube and through Facebook Watch on Black Youth Vote GA's Facebook Page. People can find more information on the March and register to attend by visiting https://www.standwithga.com/ or text 'MYVOTE' to 44222.

WHO:

GEORGIA SPEAKERS (CONFIRMED):

Congresswoman Nikema Williams - GA-5 District Representative

Ambassador Andrew Young - Civil Rights Leader

Felicia Moore - Atlanta City Council

Charlie Fleming -Georgia AFL-CIO

Jared Sawyer Jr. - Black Youth Vote GA

MaryPat Hector - Black Youth Vote GA

Helen Butler -Georgia Coalition for the People's Agenda

Felicia Davis - Clayton County Black Women's Roundtable

Daniel Blackman - Climate Activist

Ariel Singleton - Georgia Stand-Up

Attorney Gerald Griggs

Rev. Stephen Green

NATIONAL SPEAKERS (CONFIRMED):

Melanie Campbell -National Coalition on Black Civic Participation/Black Women's Roundtable

Rev. Al Sharpton - President, National Action Network

Benjamin Crump - National Civil Rights Attorney

Richard Womack, Jr. - AFL-CIO

PARTIAL ORGANIZATION LIST:

National Coalition on Black Civic Participation

NAACP

Headcount

Georgia Coalition for the People's Agenda

HBCU Green Fund

Black Youth Vote

Black Male Initiative

Georgia Stand Up

The People's Uprising

CivicGeorgia

Rise

March for Our Lives GA

Youth Power Purpose

WHEN:

DATE: Saturday, Feb 27, 2021; TIME: 11 AM ET

WHERE/HOW:

Live stream: http://www.standwithga.com/

Facebook Watch: Black Youth Vote GA

Register for the March at www.standwithga.com or text 'MYVOTE' to 44222

ABOUT BLACK YOUTH VOTE GEORGIA:

Black Youth Vote Georgia is an affiliate of the National Coalition on Black Civic Participation's Black Youth Vote! Empowerment Program, a program focused on engaging and training a new generation of civic leaders and political activists. Through BYV!, students, community advocates and young professionals have gained essential tools that enable them to lead their communities to participate fully in the democratic process and attain greater social and economic justice. As a result, BYV! can boast about their triumphs in reversing the downward spiral among young voters and educating voters who are increasingly disenfranchised and alienated from the electoral and legislative process.

MEDIA CONTACT:

Edrea Davis
PHONE: 770.961.6200/818.613.9521 (cell/text)

SOCIAL:

https://www.facebook.com/blackyouthvotega

https://www.instagram.com/blackyouthvotega/

https://twitter.com/Georgia_BYV

Black Youth Vote Georgia (BYV GA) will host the intergenerational Stand With Georgia Virtual March to launch "Don't Bother My Ballot," a youth-led campaign to fight oppressive voter suppression laws recently introduced by Georgia legislators and to promote the passage of the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act.

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

19th Annual Postdoc Event Targets Career Successes

ROCKVILLE, Md. /ScoopCloud/ -- The 19th National Postdoctoral Association (NPA) Annual Conference is set for April 15-16, 2021 and will include educational, career advancement and networking opportunities benefiting postdoctoral scholars ("postdocs") and their host institutions around the world. More than fifty experts will dive into themes of top importance to the greater postdoc community.

The conference is an annual highlight for the 70,000 postdocs who comprise the heart of early-stage American research and innovation as well as for representatives of 215 member NPA universities, research institutions and industry that host postdocs.

Taking place for the first time on a virtual platform, the conference will feature two keynote addresses focused on aspects of the most important postdoc concern today: career pathways and possibilities. Chris Gunter, Ph.D., senior advisor for genomics engagement at the National Human Genome Research Institute at the National Institutes of Health and Cristina Rabadán-Diehl, Ph.D., former director of the Office of the Americas at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, will share their wisdom, expertise, and lessons learned.

"Postdocs and postdoc offices spoke and we listened," remarked Stephanie Eberle, M.Ed., NPA Board chair. "Career trajectories are top of mind for many postdocs and their advisors in this era of great uncertainty. Our conference will help answer the call."

Using a creative array of interactive sessions, speed talks, networking breakout groups, and social engagement tools, attendees will interact extensively. Experts from dozens of institutions will address critical issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion; excellence in mentoring; mental health and wellness, especially during the pandemic; and best practices in postdoc program management. A career "fireside chat," featuring Christopher Rhodes, Ph.D., of AstraZeneca and Latishya Steele, Ph.D., of Stanford University, will further delve into career trends and options in the increasingly intertwined areas of academia and industry.

"The NPA is thrilled to welcome first-time attendees from across the nation and around the globe using our virtual platform," commented Thomas P. Kimbis, NPA executive director and CEO. "It will be both a social, networking and learning experience you won't want to miss."

For more information about the 2021 NPA Annual Conference, including registration and sponsorship information, visit https://www.nationalpostdoc.org/page/2021AC.

About National Postdoctoral Association:

The National Postdoctoral Association (NPA) is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) educational association headquartered in Rockville, MD. Founded in 2003, the NPA envisions an inclusive community where all postdocs are empowered, valued, recognized, and supported in their current and future endeavors. The NPA serves the entire postdoctoral community, including its 18,000 individual and 215 organizational members. Learn more: https://www.nationalpostdoc.org/.

The 19th National Postdoctoral Association (NPA) Annual Conference is set for April 15-16, 2021 and will include educational, career advancement and networking opportunities benefiting postdoctoral scholars ("postdocs") and their host institutions around the world. More than fifty experts will dive into themes of top importance to the greater postdoc community.

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

Registration is Now Open for the 2021 National Virtual Pitch Competition for Entrepreneurs with over $5,000 in Cash and Prizes

SOUTHFIELD, Mich. /ScoopCloud/ -- The National Entrepreneurs Association and Dell Technologies will host the 2021 National Virtual Pitch Contest for Entrepreneurs Wednesday March 24, 2021 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern Time on Zoom. Contestants will have an opportunity to win over $5,000 in cash and prizes. The event was created to give entrepreneurs and small business owners an opportunity to gain national exposure and receive coaching, funding and other resources that can be used immediately for growth and expansion.

10 finalists will be chosen to pitch their business ideas to a national audience for three minutes on Zoom. A first-place winner will be selected by a panel of judges and will receive $2000 cash, a free Dell laptop computer and a one-year membership to the National Entrepreneurs Association. A second-place winner will be chosen by the audience and will receive $500 cash, a free Dell laptop computer and a one-year membership to the National Entrepreneurs Association.

The event is open to the public and entry is free. Application deadline is March 1, 2021.

"This event is a great way for the business community to come together around a worthy cause and help entrepreneurs who have recently started businesses or are challenged due to the pandemic. This pitch contest will allow entrepreneurs to get exposure, obtain funding and other resources to grow their businesses," said National Entrepreneurs Association President, Dr. ZaLonya Allen.

In addition, the winners will receive a free one-year membership to the National Entrepreneurs Association which includes free coaching, webinars and virtual meetings.

For more or to register visit https://www.nationalentrepreneurs.org/. The event is sponsored by Dell Technologies.

About National Entrepreneurs Association:

NEA is a 501(c)(3) member-based non-profit created to help entrepreneurs grow through networking events and educational programs. For additional information or an application to pitch please visit https://www.nationalentrepreneurs.org/ or contact NEA President, Dr. ZaLonya Allen at 248-416-7278.

National Entrepreneurs Association, 18444 W 10 Mile Rd Suite 103 Southfield, MI 48075

Contact: ZaLonya Allen, PhD
Phone: (248) 416-7278
Email: supportstaff@nationalentrepreneurs.org

MULTIMEDIA:

VIDEO (YouTube): https://youtu.be/Hpu6qNXfxas

LOGO link for media: https://www.Send2Press.com/300dpi/21-0218s2p-natlentr-300dpi.jpg

The National Entrepreneurs Association and Dell Technologies will host the 2021 National Virtual Pitch Contest for Entrepreneurs Wednesday March 24, 2021 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern Time on Zoom. Contestants will have an opportunity to win over $5,000 in cash and prizes.

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

MBA’s Charmaine Brown to Kick-Off Day One #HousingDC21 Discussion on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

WASHINGTON, D.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Housing Finance Strategies President Faith Schwartz today announced that Charmaine Brown, the Mortgage Bankers Association Director of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion will kick-off Day One of #HousingDC21, a 100% virtual housing summit being held on September 20-21, 2021.

"With a focus on the importance of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, we are pleased to have Charmaine Brown as our opening speaker of Day One of #HousingDC21, the nation's premier housing policy conference," said Faith Schwartz.

In her role at MBA, Charmaine is responsible for expanding the association's strategic framework to ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion are embedded throughout its programs, practices, and member-services. Brown previously led Fannie Mae's Diversity and Inclusion Engagement and Outreach in its Office of Minority and Women Inclusion.

Dana Dillard of Housing Finance Strategies will co-host the opening event with MBA's Brown and share her experience in building a nationally recognized D&I program for a Top 5 mortgage servicer - work that led to her being named a HousingWire 2020 Women of Influence.

"I am so excited to share the stage with our industry's top Diversity, Equity and Inclusion leader in Charmaine. We will dig into the importance of the topic, the challenges that remain before us and our collective optimism for building out success strategies across mortgage," said Dillard.

Named "A Leading Lady in Housing" by MReport in 2016 and Diversity Journal's Woman-Worth Watching 2018, Charmaine Brown is recognized as a diversity and inclusion thought leader, innovator, and advocate.

Mrs. Brown is a member of the American Association for Access, Equity, and Diversity, a former member of Securities Industries and Financial Markets Association (SIFMA) Diversity and Inclusion Committee. She serves as the Vice-Chair of the American Mortgage Diversity Council (AMDC) and sits on the Housing Advisory Board of HomeFree USA. She is also the recipient of the Council for Inclusion in Financial Services (CIFS) Prism Award for promoting diversity and inclusion education in expansive thought as well as the National Urban League's McGannon award for relationship management and promoting diversity and inclusion.

With a focus on women executives in housing finance - but open to all who wish to attend, #HousingDC21 complimentary registration is now available by clicking here: https://www.housingdc21.com/.

Sponsors to-date of #HousingDC21 include FormFree, Caliber Home Loans, Freedom Mortgage, Black Knight Financial Services, Notarize, First American Financial Solutions, Genworth, RiskSpan, Class Valuation, Mortgage Connect, USMI, ReverseVision, FICO and DepthPR.

Housing Finance Strategies was established by Faith Schwartz in 2016 as a professional services and advisory firm specializing in mortgage modernization, housing policy and legislative and regulatory affairs. Schwartz serves on a number of bank and fintech boards and has a lengthy record of hosting and moderating housing industry events. Recently, Schwartz has partnered in creating and delivering multiple housing events and two national housing policy conferences. Info: https://housingfinancestrategies.com/

Housing Finance Strategies President Faith Schwartz today announced that Charmaine Brown, the Mortgage Bankers Association Director of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion will kick-off Day One of #HousingDC21, a 100% virtual housing summit being held on September 20-21, 2021.

Related link: https://housingfinancestrategies.com/

Japanese Offices in US Host Healthcare Tech and Digital Health Startup Business Opportunity Webinar for Expansion to Japan

SEATTLE, Wash. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Hyogo Business & Cultural Center and the Kobe Trade Information Office today announced the hosting of a webinar for Healthcare Tech and Digital Health startups looking for opportunities to expand their business into Japan. The webinar will be the first of its kind, with the goal of connecting with and providing useful information to as many potential future business partners as possible.

The market for Digital Health/Health Tech is continuing to expand in Japan and with the effects of COVID-19, their importance has become a popular topic of conversation. Japanese pharma and insurance companies have also been proactively developing the market through joint business and investment with overseas startups. Japan has been putting more effort into inviting overseas startups to Japan. Also, municipalities who are proactive about receiving foreign investment are offering various forms of support.

The webinar will provide information about business opportunities in the rapidly expanding Digital Health/Health Tech market in Japan, how to enter it, and support from government institutions.

The webinar will cover:
* Trends in Japan's Digital Health/Health Tech market
* Japan's medical system and anticipated changes due to Covid-19
* Examples of Japanese local municipalities establishing advanced health data platforms
* Points of consideration when Japanese pharma companies do joint business with startups
* Concerns felt by Health Tech startups looking to develop market in Japan and their strategy
* Support structures for entering Japan (JETRO San Francisco, Hyogo Prefecture, City of Kobe)
* Business support through the Kobe Biomedical Innovation Cluster, Japan's most advanced Life Sciences industry ecosystem

Guest Speakers at the webinar will include:
* Ryusuke Miki, MD, MPH, Manager, Health Innovation Health Planning Division, Public Health Bureau, City of Kobe
* Masashi Kiyomine, Managing Partner, Kicker Ventures
* Nick Hird, PhD, Co-Founder and CEO, Aikomi
* Bobby Uyama, Senior Director, Frontier Business Development, Dainippon Sumitomo Pharma
* Takanari Yamashita, Chief Executive Director, JETRO USA
* Masahide Azuma, Senior Coordinator, Foundation for Biomedical Research and Innovation at Kobe
* Karin Zaugg Black, International Business Protocol Liaison, Port of Seattle

INFORMATION:

Date: February 11, 2021 2 - 3:30 p.m. (PST)

Cost: Free of Charge

With support from: JETRO San Francisco, Consulate General of Japan in Seattle, Innovation Finders Capital

Details and Registration: https://kobestartup.com/news/webinar-KTIO-HBCC-Feb11-2021/209

About Hyogo Business & Cultural Center:

Based in Seattle, The Hyogo Business & Cultural Center ( http://www.hyogobcc.org/ ) is an overseas office of the Hyogo prefectural government. The center promotes the sister-state relationship between Hyogo and Washington through cultural, educational, and business exchange. This includes, for example, the abovementioned webinar, Japanese cultural events, collaboration with local entities, and an annual Japanese speech and skit contest.

About Kobe Trade Information Office:

The Kobe Trade Information Office (KTIO) ( http://www.cityofkobe.org/ ) is the U.S. branch office for the City of Kobe, Japan. Based in downtown Seattle, Washington, the KTIO was established in 1961 to promote business investment and exchange, friendship and cross-cultural exchange between the United States and Kobe.

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The Hyogo Business & Cultural Center and the Kobe Trade Information Office today announced the hosting of a webinar for Healthcare Tech and Digital Health startups looking for opportunities to expand their business into Japan. The webinar will be the first of its kind, with the goal of connecting with and providing useful information to as many potential future business partners as possible.

Related link: https://hyogobcc.org/eng/

Join Top Speakers and Industry Leaders Virtually at The National Forum for Black Public Administrators’ Winter Summit

WASHINGTON, D.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- The National Forum for Black Public Administrators (NFBPA), an organization dedicated to the advancement of black public leadership in local and state governments, will feature an impressive roster of keynotes, presenters and panels for their virtual Winter Summit Building Blocks for a Better Future, February 24-26, 2021.

NFBPA seeks to offer proven and creative solutions to the most relevant issues facing local, state, and federal governments. Building Blocks for a Better Future will provide a forum for public sector professionals to communicate during this challenging time.

"It is important that local government leaders are effective in navigating today's challenges while also, building the foundation for the leaders of tomorrow. The theme 'Building Blocks for a Better Future' was chosen with intent and a clear mission. NFBPA, along with its partners, have assembled an excellent group of thought leaders, local government executives, association leaders, and consultants to share best practices and resources necessary to succeed in this new norm," said Anthony J. Snipes, NFBPA President.

NFBPA welcomes Dr. Anthony Fauci, Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, who will have a candid conversation with Marlene McNeese, Assistant Director of Disease, Prevention and Control with the City of Houston Health Department. During the Fireside Chat, Dr. Fauci will share relevant data for the future of public health and safety.

Other critical topics during the virtual event will be Public Policy Forums "Unfinished Business with Public Safety: Ensuring Justice & Protection for All" and "Racism is a Public Health Issue," where moderators will lead Public Safety Officials, Academic, and Public Health experts through a series of discussions with the purpose of charting a course for the future of public safety and health.

Other sessions will include topics ranging from: Innovation and the Changing Face of Government; Addressing Social Disparities in Health; 7 Steps to Creating an Influential Brand; How to Overcome Unconscious Bias in Decision Making and more.

Registration and a complete schedule can be found at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nfbpa-virtual-summit-building-blocks-for-a-better-future-tickets-131500338051

About the National Forum for Black Public Administrators

National Forum for Black Public Administrators (NFBPA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of black public leadership in local and state governments. With over 2,500 members, NFBPA has established a national reputation for designing and implementing quality leadership development initiatives of unparalleled success. NFBPA members are leaders and managers of public programs and agencies in more than 350 jurisdictions nationwide. Thirty-six chapters support the growth of NFBPA at the local level. For more information, visit https://www.nfbpa.org/home

Tweet: @nfbpa1 to hold virtual #BuildingBlocks Summit February 24-26, 2021 for #Public Administrators. Visit: nfbpa.org for more information.

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The National Forum for Black Public Administrators (NFBPA), an organization dedicated to the advancement of black public leadership in local and state governments, will feature an impressive roster of keynotes, presenters and panels for their virtual Winter Summit Building Blocks for a Better Future, February 24-26, 2021.

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

FICO and DepthPR Join as Sponsors of #HousingDC21

WASHINGTON, D.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Housing Finance Strategies President Faith Schwartz today announced that FICO and DepthPR have joined the ranks of Sponsors of #HousingDC21, a 100% virtual housing summit being held on September 20-21, 2021.

"The response to our announcement last week of #HousingDC21, the nation's premier housing policy conference, has been exceptional. We are so pleased that FICO has joined as a Platinum Sponsor and DepthPR as a Silver Sponsor," said Faith Schwartz.

Sponsorships of #HousingDC21 are critical because they enable complimentary registration for the virtual event and serve as a means of support to Women in Housing & Finance Foundation (WHFF).

The WHFF mission aligns to the corporate philanthropic goals of Housing Finance Strategies. Importantly, these include fostering education for low-income students, particularly women, in housing and finance; and supporting charitable and educational efforts of community nonprofits, especially career development and housing for homeless and underprivileged.

As a past president of Women in Housing & Finance (WHF), Schwartz appreciates the non-partisan association of women and men that actively promotes its members in the fields of housing and financial services while retaining a focus on its women members. And sponsors of #HousingDC21 help to promote WHF and support WHFF.

"Working with Housing Finance Strategies is a bullseye for us. This is our market; this is our interest and we know the quality program that Faith delivers. We are pleased to be the exclusive PR/marketing agency for #HousingDC21," said Kerri Milam, President of DepthPR.

With a focus on women executives in housing finance - but open to all who wish to attend, #HousingDC21 registration is now available by clicking here: https://www.housingdc21.com/.

Sponsors to-date of #HousingDC21 include FormFree, Caliber Home Loans, Freedom Mortgage, Black Knight Financial Services, Notarize, First American Financial Solutions, Genworth, RiskSpan, Class Valuation, Mortgage Connect, USMI, ReverseVision, FICO and DepthPR.

Learn more about WHF at: https://www.whfdc.org/about-whf-foundation

About Housing Finance Strategies:

Housing Finance Strategies was established by Faith Schwartz in 2016 as a professional services and advisory firm specializing in mortgage modernization, housing policy and legislative and regulatory affairs. Schwartz serves on a number of bank and fintech boards and has a lengthy record of hosting and moderating housing industry events. Recently, Schwartz has partnered in creating and delivering multiple housing events and two national housing policy conferences.

Learn more at: https://housingfinancestrategies.com/

Housing Finance Strategies President Faith Schwartz today announced that FICO and DepthPR have joined the ranks of Sponsors of #HousingDC21, a 100% virtual housing summit being held on September 20-21, 2021.

Related link: https://housingfinancestrategies.com/

C Diff Foundation Hosts Live-Online Symposium for Patients, Families and Caregivers

TAMPA, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- The C Diff Foundation will host a free, live-online, and interactive symposium on Friday, Jan. 15 from 1 to 4 p.m. EST. Sponsored by Seres Therapeutics, the event is designed for patients who are being treated for a C. diff. infection in addition to those who are recovering or who have experienced recurrences. The patients, family members and caregivers will all benefit from the information and up-to-date data presented.

Presenters are among some of the top C diff. thought leaders and include healthcare professionals, practitioners, educators and patients who are transforming the patient experience, and changing the way people experience C. diff. infections, worldwide.

Unlike other presentations on this topic, patients will share their C. diff. infection journeys, providing a real-world perspective on the patient experience. Other topics addressed will include creating a culture for patient-centered care, C. diff. innovations, diagnostics, research, environmental safety, clinical trials and studies, C diff. in pediatric patients and more.

All presentations will be designed for the lay person to easily understand and attendees will be able to ask questions directly to the keynote speakers via a live chat feature after each presentation.

"The live chat feature is one we're excited about and believe the attendees will embrace to have their questions answered by the keynote speakers," Nancy Caralla, C Diff Foundation founding president and executive director, says.

To register for this global event, visit: https://cdifffoundation.org/patientfamilyevent/

About Clostridioides difficile Infection (CDI)

Clostridioides (formerly Clostridium) difficile, also known as C. difficile, C. diff., is one of the most common cause and leading healthcare-associated infection in U.S. hospitals (Lessa, et al, 2015, New England Journal of Medicine). Recent estimates suggest C. difficile approaches 500,000 infections annually in the United States and is associated with approximately 20,000 deaths. (Guh, 2020, New England Journal of Medicine). Based on internal estimates including a recurrence rate of approximately 20 percent, the C Diff Foundation believes that the annual incidence in the U.S. approaches 600,000.

About the C Diff Foundation

The C Diff Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit, founded in 2012 with a global mission educating and advocating for C. diff. infection (CDI) prevention, treatments, clinical trials, environmental safety and support. Its mission continues to move forward and grow through research conducted by government, industry and academia strengthening the advocacy on behalf of patients, healthcare professionals and researchers, worldwide.

For more information: https://cdifffoundation.org/

About Seres Therapeutics

Seres Therapeutics is a late-clinical stage biotechnology company with a strong development pipeline and rigorous scientific underpinning, working to revolutionize treatment of a wide range of diseases by modulating the function of the human microbiome.

The Seres Therapeutics organization reported positive, topline results from the pivotal Phase 3 ECOSPOR III study evaluating its investigational oral microbiome therapeutic SER-109 for recurrent C. difficile infection (CDI).

For more information: https://www.serestherapeutics.com/

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The C Diff Foundation will host a free, live-online, and interactive symposium on Friday, Jan. 15 from 1 to 4 p.m. EST. Sponsored by Seres Therapeutics, the event is designed for patients who are being treated for a C. diff. infection in addition to those who are recovering or who have experienced recurrences. The patients, family members and caregivers will all benefit from the information and up-to-date data presented.

Related link: https://cdifffoundation.org/

SimpleNexus User Group (SNUG) Announces 2021 Agenda for Third Annual Conference

LEHI, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- SimpleNexus (https://simplenexus.com/), developer of the leading digital mortgage platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced the agenda for SimpleNexus User Group (SNUG) 2021 conference being held virtually on February 22-24.

Focusing on the future of digital mortgage technology, the third annual SNUG conference features two days of curated content for mortgage lenders. Led by industry leaders, digital mortgage trailblazers and SimpleNexus' team of mortgage technology experts, SNUG's sessions are designed to help lenders maximize profitability and deliver a world-class borrower experience by optimizing their implementation of SimpleNexus.

Noteworthy sessions from the SNUG 2021 agenda include:

* Kick-off session featuring a live, virtual culinary class with Top Chef's Fabio Viviani

* Evolution of SimpleNexus platform enhancements and insight into the 2021 product roadmap

* Data-driven analysis of SimpleNexus' impact and key ROI considerations from MarketWise Advisors and SVP of Sales John Aslanian

* Preparation for the Biden-Harris administration's impact on compliance-related regulatory policy led by Compliance Counsel Tyler Moore

* Interactive panel discussion unveiling how lenders have leveraged SimpleNexus to grapple with changes caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and booming mortgage market

* Social reach tactics, branding and best practices for effectively turning social media into a highly producing revenue channel with Josh Pitts, founder of Shred Media

"Each year, SimpleNexus looks forward to bringing users together to share best practices, discover the latest enhancements to the platform and gain insight from subject-matter experts to ensure they are maximizing the value of their technology investment," said SimpleNexus VP of Marketing Richard Jackman. "To ensure the safety of our users, we've designed a premium virtual conference experience that delivers breakthrough business results for lenders without compromising the quality, innovation and service SimpleNexus users have come to expect."

SimpleNexus serves a user base of more than 27,000 loan originators, 123,000 real estate agents and 2.9 million borrowers. To date, the platform has handled over 11 million loans totaling over $2 trillion in volume and touches approximately one in eight home loans originated in the United States.

Tickets and full conference details for SNUG 2021 are available at https://simplenexus.com/sn/snug2021/. For sponsorship opportunities, contact Courtney Montgomery at cmontgomery@simplenexus.com.

About SimpleNexus, LLC:

SimpleNexus is the digital mortgage platform that enables lenders to originate and process loans from anywhere. The company's best-in-class, easy-to-use app connects loan officers to their borrowers, real estate agents and settlement service providers to easily communicate and exchange data in a single location throughout the entire loan life cycle. Loan officers can manage their loan pipelines, order credit, run pricing, send pre-approvals and sign disclosures - all on the go.

Learn more at: https://simplenexus.com/

Twitter: @SimpleNexus #digitalmortgage #SNUG2021 #TheEMortgageForefront #mortgagetechnology

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SimpleNexus, developer of the leading digital mortgage platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced the agenda for SimpleNexus User Group (SNUG) 2021 conference being held virtually on February 22-24.

Related link: https://simplenexus.com/

Pompano Beach Arts presents Exit 36 Slam Poetry Festival

POMPANO BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Pompano Beach Cultural Affairs Department is proud to present the 3rd Annual Exit 36 Slam Poetry Festival, an enriching and entertaining showcase of the best local and national spoken word artists and writers. While poets will be competing live at the Pompano Beach Cultural Center from December 10-12, due to COVID-19, the festival will be live streamed to the public.

The preliminary and final bouts are $10 each, in addition there will be free virtual artist talks and workshops that require registration to receive the links. An all-access virtual pass is $25.

For tickets, registration and details, visit http://www.pompanobeacharts.org/exit36.

"We are thrilled to broadcast some of the best slam poets in the country to a national audience via our virtual platforms," said Phyllis Korab, Cultural Affairs Director. "The Exit 36 Slam Poetry Festival is an entertaining and inspiring event, featuring 15 acclaimed poets sharing their authentic selves as they battle it out for the top prize."

The first prize winner will receive $2,500, second prize is $1,500 and third prize is $1,000. The prizes are generously underwritten by the Pompano Beach Arts Foundation.

This year's competitors include:

Alex Tha Great from Dallas, TX; Meccamorphosis from Baltimore, MD; Ed Mabrey from Los Angeles, CA; Ninel Ninel from Atlanta, GA; Jahman Hill from Birmingham, AL; Lady Brion from Baltimore, MD; Ephraim Nehemiah from Baltimore, MD; Aleathia "GG" Dupree from Orlando, FL; Blacqwildflowr from Tampa, FL; Jonkel from Miami, FL; Charles Hines fromTampa, FL; Jazzmen Victoria from Dallas, TX; Alex Lu from Los Angeles, CA; Ed Figures from Orlando, FL; and Byrd from Pompano Beach, FL. Last year's winners, Jahman HIl, Lady Brion and Jonkel, are all returning to defend their titles.

Event Coordinator Sharonda 'Eccentrich' Richardson is the 14th ranked female poet in the world, an honor she received during the Women of the World Poetry Slam. 'Eccentrich' was born and raised in Pompano Beach, is the winner of a Pompano Beach Cultural Arts Award recognizing outstanding creativity and has graced the stages of over 45 venues from Florida to California. She is a member of the celebrated spoken word team, Dada, which finished first in the nation during the 2017 National Poetry Slam. Her poetry is also featured on Button Poetry, an acclaimed platform committed to developing a coherent and effective system of production, distribution, promotion and fundraising for performance poetry.

"I am very proud of how this festival has grown, and despite COVID-19, we have an incredible lineup of spoken word artists who arriving from all over the country to participate in this festival, which grows in prestige each year," said Richardson. "We hope every poet's hometown friends and family reserves a spot to experience all the emotional performances and dynamic events scheduled."

To view the daily schedule of events, workshops and artist talks visit http://www.pompanobeacharts.org/exit36

About the City of Pompano Beach Cultural Affairs Department

The mission of the Cultural Affairs Department is to provide cultural programming that includes visual arts, digital media, music, film, theater, dance and public art for the enjoyment and enrichment of residents and visitors to Pompano Beach, Broward County, and the greater South Florida area. The department programs and manages the City's premiere cultural arts venues including the Pompano Beach Cultural Center, Ali Cultural Arts Center, Bailey Contemporary Arts Center, and the Blanche Ely House Museum. The department also oversees the City's Public Art Program and the prestigious National Endowment for the Arts' Our Town grant awarded to the Pompano Beach Crossroads place-making arts initiative.

Media Contact:
Kay Renz
Kay@KRPRMediagroup.com

The Pompano Beach Cultural Affairs Department is proud to present the 3rd Annual Exit 36 Slam Poetry Festival, an enriching and entertaining showcase of the best local and national spoken word artists and writers. While poets will be competing live at the Pompano Beach Cultural Center from December 10-12, due to COVID-19, the festival will be live streamed to the public.

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

Leading Healthcare-Associated Infection Clostridioides difficile Symposium Focuses on Patients, Families, and Caregivers

TAMPA, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- C Diff Foundation announced today that the Inaugural Patient, Family, and Caregiver C. diff. Live Virtual Symposium will be hosted on November 23, 2020 at 1 p.m.-4 p.m. EST with keynote topic-experts dedicated in disciplines of healthcare, pharma, biotech, and academia. The event is complimentary with online registration http://www.cdifffoundation.org/

Presenters will deliver data and discuss critical information for an audience of individuals diagnosed and recovering from a C. difficile infection. The symposium was developed to increase awareness, expand the knowledge, and elevate advocacy skills through presentations focused on a leading Healthcare-Associated Infection (HAI) Clostridioides difficile Prevention, Treatments, Clinical Trials, Diagnostics, and Environmental Safety for Adults and Children.

C Diff Foundation expresses their gratitude to Seres Therapeutics for being the Sponsor of the Patient and Family Symposium and for partnering with the C Diff Foundation raising C. diff. awareness.

Seres Therapeutics partners with the C Diff Foundation to support this important event focused on the patients and their families who are so deeply affected by this devastating infection.

The C diff Foundation's Founding President, Executive Director, Nancy C. Caralla, a three-time C. diff. Survivor, devotes countless hours day in and day out with the members of the C Diff Foundation. As a global resource, the members of the C Diff Foundation are doing all that they can to support the educational needs of patients worldwide. It is through episodes on C. diff. Spores and More live broadcasts, the annual Symposium, and Conference that give a voice to the patients who have suffered through multiple recurrences by including these speakers in the section of the program entitled "Survivor's Journey." Only through the patient's eyes can we begin to truly understand their experiences, and the unmet needs.

About Clostridioides Difficile Infection (CDI)

Clostridioides (formerly Clostridium) difficile, also known as C. difficile or C. diff., is one of the most common causes of healthcare-associated infections in U.S. hospitals (Lessa, et al, 2015, New England Journal of Medicine). Recent estimates suggest C. difficile approaches 500,000 infections annually in the United States and is associated with approximately 20,000 deaths. (Guh, 2020, New England Journal of Medicine). Based on internal estimates including a recurrence rate of approximately 20%, we believe the annual incidence in the U.S. approaches 600,000.

About Seres Therapeutics:

Seres Therapeutics is a late-clinical stage biotechnology company with a strong development pipeline and rigorous scientific underpinning, working to revolutionize treatment of a wide range of diseases by modulating the function of the human microbiome.

About C Diff Foundation:

C Diff Foundation, a 501(c)(3) established 2012, comprised of 100% volunteering professionals is dedicated at supporting public health through education and advocating for Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI) prevention, treatments, clinical trials, AMR, Microbiome, and environmental safety worldwide.

Listen to "C.diff. Spores and More" Tuesdays at 1 p.m. EST (www.cdiffradio.com) sponsored by Clorox Healthcare.

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

Follow C Diff Foundation on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook

Twitter @cdiffFoundation #Cdiffpatientsfamily2020

Media Contact:
Kathy Bischoff
C Diff Foundation
kathy@cdifffoundation.org
Office: (727) 205-3922

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C Diff Foundation announced today that the Inaugural Patient, Family, and Caregiver C. diff. Live Virtual Symposium will be hosted on November 23, 2020 at 1 p.m.-4 p.m. EST with keynote topic-experts dedicated in disciplines of healthcare, pharma, biotech, and academia. The event is complimentary with online registration.

Related link: https://cdifffoundation.org/

The World Salsa Championship Reinvents Itself with Its First Virtual Edition And $2,020 In Cash Prizes

SAN JUAN, P.R. /ScoopCloud/ -- In early 2020 the World Dance Group was preparing a new chapter of the World Salsa Championship in San Juan, Puerto Rico; one of the world's special houses of salsa, and a historic city of humanity, rich in music and history. After celebrating previous editions in high-profile venues like Las Vegas, Disney, Miami and Atlanta, the company selected the new Distrito T-Mobile, a new entertainment complex soon to open in San Juan, as the venue for the 6th World Salsa Championships.

The Covid-19 and the need for social distance paralyzed the preparations for the 6th edition of the World Salsa Championship. Its creators, concerned about the consequences of the crisis in the thousands of professional dancers in the world, began a long series of activities and products to support dancers and musicians, such as LIKE$, a platform where artists can turn the famous likes of social media, into dollars.

In addition, the organization launched SalZOOM 360 app to connect the salsa community as well as introduced DanceMart, a revolutionary marketplace to connect dancers and instructors for on-line classes.

With the initiative to continue creating new platforms in times of pandemic and re-shaping the future of dance, which are a safe and special place for artistic creativity, the World Dance Group Team once again opened the door to resilience, adapting the event to the new circumstances, How? By creating their first major virtual edition, that will celebrate the 500th years of San Juan, Puerto Rico.

"The World Salsa Championship reinvents itself through digital platforms. From December 2 to 6, a variety of special activities will take place in different areas important to artists fighting the Covid-19 Pandemic every day, such as Health, Nutrition, Technology and Culture," said Noel Roque, CEO of WDG. "Many will be completely free events, while others, through a crowdsourcing model, will serve for the world's magnificent dance professionals to gain a new source of income teaching on-line classes. We will be broadcasting virtually from Puerto Rico. There is an endless debate of where Salsa was born, but nobody can't argue that Puerto Rico does have the beat or 'Clave.' We are going to show the world how to dance 'En clave' so therefore, our theme for the conference is: 'Puerto Rico tiene la Clave.'"

From December 2nd, all interested persons will be able to attend and participate in up to 15 completely free events, such as streaming concerts, workshops and networking sessions. Attendees will even learn how to use emerging technology like augmented reality (AR) and artificial intelligence (AI) to help dancers, musicians, and singers who are socially distanced. In addition, to close this tough year, WDG will gift up to $2,020 to the most popular dance video on social media of 2020. Participating is amazingly simple, whether you are a professional or amateur dancer, you can register for free in the Dance-Challenge contest, through the WDG and WSC websites. All dance genres all welcome.

The winner of the contest will also receive up to 50% of all LIKE$ (votes) who get their video, and will be featured as a special guest in the highly anticipated 15th anniversary TV documentary being produced by the WDG.

This Virtual edition of the World Salsa Championship promises to be a special, safe and highly interactive event, in which thousands of people around the world can attend and enjoy from the comfort of their home. As a bonus, the first 500 attendees of the WSC Virtual 2020 will have the chance to upload their picture in our 500th year of San Juan commemorative interactive mosaic of Tetuan street in Old San Juan.

"The 'Class of 2020' will be the most memorable and resilient dance class ever and we want Puerto Rico to be the venue to celebrate this important milestone," commented Roque.

Thanks to this, talent and dancing once again get in the WDG a window to enjoy the art that nourishes the hearts of millions of fans around the globe.

For more information and tickets:

https://www.worldsalsachampionships.com/

https://worlddancegroup.com/

https://www.dance-challenge.com/likes

https://salzoom.com/

https://www.dancemart.net/

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In early 2020 the World Dance Group was preparing a new chapter of the World Salsa Championship in San Juan, Puerto Rico; one of the world's special houses of salsa, and a historic city of humanity, rich in music and history. After celebrating previous editions in high-profile venues like Las Vegas, Disney, Miami and Atlanta, the company selected the new Distrito T-Mobile, a new entertainment complex soon to open in San Juan, as the venue for the 6th World Salsa Championships.

Related link: https://worlddancegroup.com/

2020 International Clostridioides difficile (C. diff., C. difficile) Virtual Conference and Health EXPO Nov. 14

TAMPA, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- C Diff Foundation announced today that the 8th Annual International C. diff. Virtual-Online Conference and Health EXPO will be a 5-1/2 hour online program with over fourteen international topic-experts dedicated in disciplines of healthcare, pharma, biotech, academia, and Government agencies.

Presenters will deliver data and discuss critical information on a leading Healthcare-Associated Infection (HAI), Clostridioides difficile, Gut Microbiome, Infection Prevention, and global healthcare-associated issues on November 14, 2020 with a live online program under the direction of IT professionals at WhiteHat Communications.

To learn more about this extraordinary conference, guest speakers, poster presentations, and the diverse topics being presented visit: https://cdiff2020.com/guest-speakers-1

All attendees will have the highest levels of online networking and learning opportunity at the Conference and Health EXPO and registration is complimentary this year. Save the date: November 4th and 5th, 2021 the 9th Annual conference will be hosted at the Boston Logan Hilton Hotel in Boston, Mass.

C Diff Foundation expresses their gratitude to Seres Therapeutics for being the conference Diamond Sponsor. Seres Therapeutics is appreciated for their continued support and partnering with the C Diff Foundation in promoting C. diff. Awareness worldwide. This activity has been supported by a medical educational Grant from Pfizer and the members of the C Diff Foundation are profoundly grateful.

Attendee Paul Feuerstadt, MD, FACG, AGAF stated "The level of detail and data presented has a wonderful balance for those with an interest in the scientific research and interested in the infection but also exceeds the expectations for those who are experts in the field wanting to share and exchange ideas with other thought leaders."

"I am excited to virtually meet and interact with everyone for the online extraordinaire C difficile foundation 2020 meeting. We will discuss all things C difficile and remember to tune in for my talk on the excitement of microbiome therapeutics for recurrent C difficile," stated Sahil Khanna, M.B.B.S., M.S.

The scientific data will be delivered through live virtual presentations and poster presentations at the 8th Annual International C. diff. Virtual Conference and Health Expo https://cdiff2020.com which coincides with the proclaimed; "November is Clostridioides difficile (C. diff., C. difficile) Awareness Month."

Scott Battles, VP of the C Diff Foundation stated, "We are profoundly grateful to the United States Governors for supporting our mission, along with our domestic and international partners."

November 18 - 24, 2020 Be Antibiotics Aware, a CDC educational effort, complements U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week by providing partners with up-to-date information to help improve human antibiotic prescribing and use in the United States.

"None of us can do this alone, all of us can do this together."

About Clostridioides Difficile Infection (CDI)

Clostridioides (formerly Clostridium) difficile, also known as C. difficile or C. diff., is one of the most common causes of healthcare-associated infections in U.S. hospitals (Lessa, et al, 2015, New England Journal of Medicine). Recent estimates suggest C. difficile approaches 500,000 infections annually in the United States and is associated with approximately 20,000 deaths. (Guh, 2020, New England Journal of Medicine). Based on internal estimates including a recurrence rate of approximately 20%, we believe the annual incidence in the U.S. approaches 600,000.

About The C Diff Foundation:

C Diff Foundation, a 501(c)(3) established 2012, comprised of 100% volunteering professionals is dedicated at supporting public health through education and advocating for Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI) prevention, treatments, clinical trials, AMR, and environmental safety worldwide.

Listen to "C.diff. Spores and More" Tuesdays at 1 p.m. EST (www.cdiffradio.com) sponsored by Clorox Healthcare.

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

Follow C Diff Foundation on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Download "C diff and You" app from Apple and Google Stores.

Twitter @cdiffFoundation #Cdiff2020

Media Contact:
Kathy Bischoff
C Diff Foundation
kathy@cdifffoundation.org
Office: (727) 205-3922

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C Diff Foundation announced today that the 8th Annual International C. diff. Virtual-Online Conference and Health EXPO will be a 5-1/2 hour online program with over fourteen international topic-experts dedicated in disciplines of healthcare, pharma, biotech, academia, and Government agencies.

Related link: https://cdifffoundation.org/

CortoCircuito Virtual Cinema Presents Short Films from Spain, Latin America, The Colombian Pacific and Latinos from the US Under the Theme of Empathy – In the Place of The Other

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- The 17th edition of CortoCircuito New York and the 6th edition of Cali open their virtual screening room CortoCircuito: Home Edition November 10-13, 2020, presenting award-winning short films from international festivals and continuing its mission of promoting emerging talent from the regions it represents.

This year's festival is presented by the programmer Diana Vargas, NYU's King Juan Carlos I of Spain Center and Havana Film Festival New York in NY; Agencia IPB, Quijote Comunicacion Estratégica, Fundacion MAVI, Museo La Tertulia, newspaper El País, and Marca Valle Invencible - Gobernacion del Valle in Cali; and Hispanet Biz Solutions in Texas. And the support of Puro Corazon por Cali, Alcaldía de Cali.

* Registration is free of charge through http://www.cortocircuito.us/

* Award-winning short films from festivals around the world

For the first time, CortoCircuito Latino ShortFest and CortoCircuito Cali will take place at the same time in digital form, streaming simultaneously in four US states (New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Texas) and in the department Valle del Cauca in Colombia. In an environment of healthy social distancing, viewers will be able to access films unavailable on other platforms and conversations that seek to build bridges of understanding and inclusion by registering for free at http://cortocircuito.us/2020/

"During these years the two festivals have brought films of interest to the NY and Colombian publics in their fundamental mission of creating spaces that connect stories and their viewers through a dialogue that promotes coexistence, recognition of the other, and inclusion. In this version, termed CortoCircuito: Home Edition, the goal is to present moving stories of high quality emblematic of the motto Empathy: in the place of the other," said Diana Vargas, director and co-founder of CortoCircuito.

CortoCircuito wants to pay tribute to Cuban director Diana Montero, who recently passed away, with the special presentation of her award-winning documentary Abecé.

The festival opens on Tuesday, November 10th at 7 p.m. with the program And the Winner is..., a collection of short films from Latin America, Spain, and Latinos in the U.S., produced in the last two years and awarded at some of the most important film festivals in the world, such as Cannes, Berlin, Guadalajara, Cartagena, and San Sebastian. Among these are Carne (Brazil), La capa azul (Puerto Rico), Suc de Síndria (Spain), El tamano de las cosas (Colombia), Infinite While it Lasts (Brazil), Victoria (Honduras).

The panel The Joys and Difficulties of Making a Short Film will take place on Wednesday, November 11th, at 4 p.m., in which experts from different areas of film production discuss the secrets and tricks filmmakers face while making a short film. The panelists include Alex Lora (Spain), who has won at festivals like Guadalajara and Berlin, and a Goya and Guadí award, and Alberto Ferreras (Spain/Venezuela), who has won at festivals including OutFest, Seattle and is the creator of the series Habla on HBO.

On Wednesday, November 11th, 7 p.m. the festival continues with The Peculiar Side of Life, short films guided by ideas of migration and belonging, and the knowledge that each of us has a story worth seeing. Films shown will talk about recognition of the other, their values and their differences. In Colombia and Valle del Cauca, a new cultural and social phenomenon is being experienced- that of massive immigration. People are arriving from different social and geographical spaces who go on to occupy a place in Valle del Cauca society, altering the everyday relationships of its cities and inhabitants. These are some of the films shown: Insilios (Argentina), Ayataki (Peru), Estas allí? (Espana), La Cachera (Colombia), Ruido (Chile), Amnestia (Brazil)

Thursday, November 12th, 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the festival continues with We, the others... family, diversity, coexistence, a program for the whole family focused on finding concepts of empathy and inclusion through stories. Empathy comes from the Greek words that translate to "inside him" and "what he feels", although its real meaning is the primordial ability to put oneself in the place of the other. This program will be put on with the participation of entities such as Instituto Nacional Penitenciario y Carcelario (INPEC), the Prison Complex of Jamundí and the Agustín Nieto Caballero public school, among others. The program includes the films: All I need is a Ball (Espana), 11:40 (Argentina), Zapatos y la mágica aventura de su creacion (Colombia), Calvario (Espana), La Cachera (Colombia).

At 6 p.m. on Thursday, November 12th the short films in FeminiStories seek to address the different views of women from a perspective of gender as a cross-sectional element that pushes for both men and women to take action to achieve universal equality. The idea of this program is to open an inclusive dialogue regarding themes that are of interest to not only women - these films aren't simply made by women or about women, but rather deal with achieving inclusion from a feminine perspective. Some of the movies that will be seen are: La abuela del ano (Mexico), Baile (Brazil), La vendedora de Lirios (Argentina), Yun (Chile), Track (Spain). FeminiStories will be realized with the participation of the Political School for the Journey of Peace and Gender Equity, and concludes with Is there a female cinema? Stories of women or for women, a panel discussion at 8pm with renowned Argentine filmmaker and actress Ana Katz, Mexican author Carmen Boullosa, and Mexican director and winner of prizes at Havana and Guadalajara Olivia Luengas.

On Friday, November 13th at 6:30 p.m. (NY) and 7:30 p.m. (Cali) the festival closes with two programs: Latinos in the House and Pacífico en Movimiento, aimed at giving visibility to the works of local directors from New York and the Colombian Pacific (Valle del Cauca, Cauca, Narino, Choco); and, as is tradition, the programs close with a discussion with the filmmakers. These are the movies selected: Algo en que creer (U.S.), WTNY (Spain-U.S), Today You, Tomorrow Me (U.S.), Panadero (Dominican Republic-U.S.), Quedé a la orilla (PanAmerican), Ombligada (Tumaco), Poetisas del Perdon (Buenaventura), Miguel el pegajoso (Cali), Totalmente yo (Cali).

Where and how can I watch these programs?

The films will be available free of charge for viewers who register at www.cortocircuito.us, and who are located in the US states of NY, NJ, CT, and TX, and the Valle del Cauca department in Colombia. All foreign-language films will be subtitled in English and Spanish. Each function will have a viewing window of two hours and be restricted according to geographical location. In addition to the streaming of films, an event narrative will be woven through the festival's social media accounts (Facebook and Instagram) in the days leading up to and during with details of the programming, interviews, news, curious facts about the films and their directors, and forums that invite viewers to give their opinion.

Trailer (YouTube): https://youtu.be/Lg_XLUEx5tg

More information and Media Contact:

http://www.cortocircuito.us/ - @cortocircuitoFF @CortoCircuito

New York: Diana Vargas - Artistic Director (917) 658-7735 - cortocircuitoff@gmail.com

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The 17th edition of CortoCircuito New York and the 6th edition of Cali open their virtual screening room CortoCircuito: Home Edition November 10-13, 2020, presenting award-winning short films from international festivals and continuing its mission of promoting emerging talent from the regions it represents.

Related link: http://www.cortocircuito.us/

Seattle Design Week Returns for its 47th Year Offering a Week of Virtual Programming Bringing Together the Pacific Northwest Design Community

SEATTLE, Wash. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Seattle Design Center, the Pacific Northwest's only designer showroom, will host "Design Week" - a virtual celebration of design, bringing together designers across the PNW, running from October 26 - 29, 2020. For the first time in SDC's history, the fall market moves from a one-day in-person experience to a full-week. Twenty-eight virtual sessions and events have been carefully curated to ignite creativity and unveil the latest product lines and design trends.

This unique, and first-of-its-kind, virtual fall market invites industry professionals and the design curious to attend and enjoy interactive presentations. Sessions will include the traditional new fall designer lines, products trends, and announcements, as well as expanded sessions from local and national experts focused on business, health and wellness, the art of flower arranging, photography, and designs.

In addition, during Design Week, Seattle Design Center is thrilled to announce their new philanthropic partnership with Humble Design Seattle, whose main goal is to stop the cycle of homelessness in the Puget Sound region. Humble Design supports people emerging from homelessness by transforming empty houses into welcoming and personalized homes using donated furniture and household goods.

"We are so thrilled to partner with the Seattle Design Center. As we help families move gracefully from homelessness to an individually designed, stable home, we could not dream of a more perfect partnership. It is a natural alignment and we are excited to explore all the ways Humble Design can collaborate with the design community to make an impact together in Seattle," said Humble Design Seattle Executive Director, Kelley Moore.

Design Week will provide highly anticipated presentations highlighting new luxury collections and lines that can only be sourced at the Seattle Design Center's showrooms as well as interactive discussions, giveaways and vendor appearances including:

* Keynote presentation by Stacey Brown Randall, entrepreneur, and nationally renowned author of "Referrals Without Asking."

* LIVE broadcast of Dixie Stark and Annie Lundquist's Design Salvation podcast offering an interactive experience and real-time Q&A with these two famed interior designers.

* Webinars from Keri Petersen, owner of KP Spaces, Nisha Kelen, owner of FLEURISH - Floral Design Workshop and a health and wellness workshop by Joshua Hunter, owner of Treat Yo Morning Routine and Molly Kieland, owner of FuelHouse Gym).

* To further increase the appreciation of design, and welcome new talent to a wide array of design aspects, a dynamic panel of local trade experts and designers will share their secret design weapons.

"This is an exciting time for the design community, and we are grateful we have the resources to virtually bring everyone together to celebrate all that is happening in the industry. This year's Design Week, even in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, offers something for everyone. We are thrilled to provide a welcoming environment for designers and the design curious with a wide-range of diverse and accessible programming options," says Gina Colucci, Marketing Director for the Seattle Design Center.

Additional details on programming and events, to curate your own Design Week experience and register, visit https://seattledesigncenter.com/.

About the Seattle Design Center:

Since 1973, the Seattle Design Center has been the nucleus of the Pacific Northwest design community, the place for inspiration and thought leadership for Pacific Northwest designers and the clients they serve. The Seattle Design Center is nationally recognized as the premier marketplace for fine home furnishings and design services. It is open to the public, encompasses over 156,000 square feet boasting 20+ luxury showrooms that feature more than 2,000 vendors from around the world. Seattle Design Center is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. For more information, please visit: https://seattledesigncenter.com.

MEDIA CONTACTS:
Lisa Willis / Michi Suzuki

Lisa@LisaWillisCreative.com
617.968.2979

Michi@MichiMSuzuki.com
206.412.8140

The Seattle Design Center, the Pacific Northwest's only designer showroom, will host "Design Week" - a virtual celebration of design, bringing together designers across the PNW, running from October 26 - 29, 2020. For the first time in SDC's history, the fall market moves from a one-day in-person experience to a full-week.

Related link: https://seattledesigncenter.com/

TeamSnap CEO Joins Top Sport Leaders at Aspen Institute Project Play Virtual Summit

BOULDER, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- TeamSnap announced today that CEO and Founder Dave DuPont will join an all-star lineup of sport industry leaders presenting at the Aspen Institute Project Play Virtual Summit taking place October 13-16.

The annual summit is the nation's premier gathering of leaders building healthy communities through sports. This year the Project Play Summit has expanded to four-days of virtual programming with TeamSnap named as a presenting sponsor.

In addition to DuPont, other keynote presenters include Adam Silver (NBA Commissioner), Sarah Hirshland (CEO United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee), Jimmy Pitaro (ESPN President) along with professional athletes Alex Morgan, Terrell Owens, Apolo Ohno, Crystal Dunn, Tatyana McFadden.

DuPont will be joined by sport tech expert Alex Wu (HomeCourt Vice President) on Thursday, October 15 at 1 p.m. ET to lead a discussion on the role technology can play in eliminating obstacles to sport for athletes, coaches and administrators. The roundtable will include details on TeamSnap's popular new Health Check COVID-19 screening tool along with the company's ongoing strategy to help sports organizations navigate the pandemic.

Registration details are available at https://www.aspenprojectplay.org/summit/

About TeamSnap

Since our formation in 2009, TeamSnap has been single-mindedly focused on taking the work out of play. 24 million coaches, administrators, players and parents rely on TeamSnap's powerful and easy-to-use tools for communication, scheduling, payment collection and registration, organizing every sport and group activity in the world. For more information, visit https://www.TeamSnap.com.

About Project Play

An initiative of the Aspen Institute Sports & Society Program, Project Play develops, applies, and shares knowledge that helps stakeholders build healthy communities through sports. For more information, visit https://www.aspenprojectplay.org/.

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TeamSnap announced today that CEO and Founder Dave DuPont will join an all-star lineup of sport industry leaders presenting at the Aspen Institute Project Play Virtual Summit taking place October 13-16, 2020.

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

The 9th Annual Dominican Film Festival in New York goes Virtual

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- The importance of maintaining healthy social distancing and stopping the spread of COVID-19, Dominican Film Festival in New York City (DFFNYC) will hold its ninth edition online, October 20-30, 2020. These challenging circumstances have not prevented the festival from continuing to be the largest and most impressive film festival outside the borders of the Dominican Republic.

DFFNYC official program will include a roster of 70 films and offering a program boasting a wide range of genres, from comedy to thriller and drama to romance, plus an homage to the classics and panel discussions with the top leaders of the film industry. All foreign language films are subtitled in English.

DFFNYC opens October 20 with the U.S. Premiere of "Cabarete," a heartfelt coming of age story directed by first-time director, Ivan Bordas and closes October 30 with the world premiere of social drama "Carta Blanca" by Pedro Urrutia.

"We're thrilled to support the 9th Annual Dominican Film Festival in New York, which is offering a virtual line-up of more than 70 films this year," said Commissioner of the Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment Anne del Castillo. "The Dominican community comprises the largest Latino group in NYC, and this annual film festival continues to be an important celebration of established and up-and-coming talent within this community."

Inspired by true events, "Cabarete" follows Somalia, a good-hearted teenage kite surfer from the Dominican Republic who convinces his idol to train him for an upcoming tournament in Cabarete. However, once in Cabarete, the town's hedonistic nightlife quickly catches Somalia's attention, and he finds himself having to choose between a life of pleasure and pursuing the athlete ambitions he once had. Director Ivan Bordas and some cast members will be present for a Q&A after the screening.

"DFFNYC is adapting to the 'new normal' by going digital while maintaining its essence, which is to bring the most emblematic stories that are made in and about the Dominican Republic and connecting the film experts and personalities from our island and its diaspora. Our message is clear: Stay safe, stay with us," says Armando Guareño, Executive Director and Founder of DFFNYC.

The festival closes on Friday, October 30, with the world premiere of "Carta Blanca" directed by Pedro Urrutia. The film features performances by Pepe Sierra and Héctor Aníbal, and famous international actors Damián Alcázar, known for his role in Netflix's "Narcos," and Julio Bracho, popular for his characters El Chivo and El Chema.

Running October 20-30, 2020, under the slogan "Stay Safe, Stay with Us!", #DFFNYCVirtual will screen virtually nationwide on October 20-30, 2020, including Canada and Puerto Rico. The festival will be streaming on http://www.pelilat.com/ (@streampelilat) a platform for Latin American cinema and available in different devices nationwide such as iPhone, AppleTV, Amazon, Firetv, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, and Chromecast.

As the premiere film festival in the North East of USA, #DFFNYCVIRTUAL line-up includes a tribute to much-acclaimed director Jose Pinky Pintor with five of his box office hits "Guilty," "Mañana no te olvides," "No hay mas remedio," "Santo Domingo," "Sol y Luna;" plus more than 35 World, U.S., and N.Y. premieres, as well as award-winning features, documentaries, animations and shorts from festivals around the world.

DFFNYC offers a rich and diverse program which includes the Official Competition, a powerful compilation of 12 narrative films dedicated to displaying the talents of the established directors alongside the new movement of groundbreaking filmmakers from the island. Special programs include "Point of Views", a look-back at the films and directors that connected the viewer with the idiosyncrasy of daily life and Dominican history both inside and outside its borders. Among them are "Maria Montes", "Flor de azucar", "Adrift," "Buscando al Zorro," "A orilla del Mar," "Loki 7," "Melocotones," "Musiquita por dentro." The program "Reel Family Out," presenting crowd pleasing films to enjoy with family are Los "Fabulosos Ma' Mejores," "Los Super," "Mision Estrella." Also included in the slate of screenings are programs dedicated to short films such as "Dominicans in the Diaspora," which exhibits talented Dominican filmmakers who choose to tell their stories away from home for various reasons, and "Short Films - Big Stories," a cinematic celebration and powerful demonstration of new and emerging filmmakers from the Dominican Republic and the diaspora competing for Best Short.

The centerpiece this year is "Malpaso," directed by Hector Valdez. This is the story of Braulio, a young peasant, who after the passing of his grandfather has to look after Candido, his twin brother, secluded because of his albinism and who dreams of the return of their father.

One of the most important goals of DFFNYC is to offer remarkable discussions and panels with filmmakers and talents, as well as a rare chance for one-on-one conversations with directors, actors, and producers. Most of these, free of cost.

This year's line-up of masterclasses and panels include:
* From Telenovelas to Films with Antony Alvarez
* Reel Dominican: The Dominican Actor Experience in Hollywood
* Master Class led by actor Juan Hernandez
* Film Festivals in Times of Pandemic
* Reel Women: Dominican Filmmakers in the Diaspora

TICKETS

INDIVIDUAL TICKETS: $15 (streaming available for day of the screening)

OPENING & CLOSING NIGHT: $25 (includes Q&A with directors and cast)

CENTERPIECE: $25

For further information, visit our site: http://www.dominicanfilmfestival.com/

Follow Us: @dffnycofficial

ABOUT US

The 9th annual Dominican Film Festival in New York Virtual (DFFNYC) runs October 20-30, 2020 under the slogan: "Stay Safe, Stay with Us!." The festival offers a platform for members of the Dominican film industry wherein both new and established filmmakers can promote their works to the public, establishing DFFNYC as a premier cultural event for the USA.

Organized by Cine Art Entertainment Productions. Its roster of presenting sponsors includes Hon. Council member Ydanis Rodriguez, The NYC Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment, Dominican Tourism Board- Ministry of Tourism, Dirección General de Cine (DGCINE) and Filmenla. The Official sponsors are Presbyterian Hospital, the Hispanic Federation, Pelilat and Festcinerd, Camino Films. DFFNYC 2020 media sponsors are: El Diario La Prensa, Manhattan Times, Zabala Al Dia, Neoyorkinos Media Group, Latinos Social Media.

CONTACT: Diana Vargas: 917-658-7735 / press@dianavargas.com

press.dffny@gmail.com

(DFFNYC) / #DFFNYC2020 #ELCINENOSUNE #DFFNYCVirtual

Buy Tickets here - https://pelilat.com/

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The importance of maintaining healthy social distancing and stopping the spread of COVID-19, Dominican Film Festival in New York City (DFFNYC) will hold its ninth edition online, October 20-30, 2020. These challenging circumstances have not prevented the festival from continuing to be the largest and most impressive film festival outside the borders of the Dominican Republic.

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

Royse Events to Host the 2020 California Statewide Candidates Forum: The Future of California

MENLO PARK, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Royse Events LLC, a nonpartisan organizer of technology and policy events, today announced its upcoming 2020 California Statewide Candidates Forum. The CASC Forum will provide a virtual platform for candidates from across the state to briefly share their vision for California's future.

Candidates will either appear live via videostream on October 10, or can choose to submit a prerecorded video for publication. Participation is open to all California candidates currently running for the United States House of Representatives, California State Assembly, or California State Senate.

The CASC Forum is a free event and open to the public. Attendees should register at https://cascforum.com/.

Confirmed participants include:
* Chris Bish - Candidate for US Congress (District 6)
* Ritesh Tandon - Candidate for US Congress (District 17)
* Jeff Gorman - Candidate for US Congress (District 20)
* Andy Caldwell - Candidate for US Congress (District 24)
* Eric Early - Candidate for US Congress (District 28)
* Angélica María Dueñas - Candidate for US Congress (District 29)
* David Kim - Candidate for US Congress (District 34)
* William "Liam" O'Mara - Candidate for US Congress (District 42)
* James S. Waters - Candidate for US Congress (District 46)
* Gary J. Michaels - Candidate for State Senate (District 19)
* Rosilicie Ochoa Bogh - Candidate for State Senate (District 23)
* Cathy Cook - Candidate for State Assembly (District 8)
* Eric M. Rigard - Candidate for State Assembly (District 9)
* Carlos Villapudua - Candidate for State Assembly (District 13)
* Peter Ohtaki - Candidate for State Assembly (District 24)
* Julie Solis - Candidate for State Assembly (District 34)
* Mike Graves - Candidate for State Assembly (District 43)
* Jeffi Girgenti - Candidate for State Assembly (District 45)
* Toni Holle - Candidate for State Assembly (District 52)
* Godfrey Santos Plata - Candidate for State Assembly (District 53)
* Fatima S. Iqbal-Zubair - Candidate for State Assembly (District 64)
* Sharon Quirk-Silva - Candidate for State Assembly (District 65)

Roger Royse, founder of Royse Events, shared "we look forward to bringing the California candidates together in a virtual forum to meet their voters and share their vision of the future."

The 2020 California Statewide Candidates Forum is the third political forum hosted by Royse Events since 2016. Previous events included the 2018 Silicon Valley Candidates Forum in San Francisco, CA and the 2016 Presidential Candidates Forum in Menlo Park, CA in which 5 US Presidential candidates participated.

About Royse Events

Royse Events LLC is an organization committed to helping, and connecting founders, investors, markets, and regulators. Royse Events promotes visionary thinking in technology, hosts dozens of local, national, and international events and webinars, and publishes useful resources for the technology community. Today, more than 19,000 members have been actively involved with Royse Events.

Media Contact:
Roger Royse
rroyse@rroyse.com
650-521-5707

Royse Events LLC, a nonpartisan organizer of technology and policy events, today announced its upcoming 2020 California Statewide Candidates Forum. The CASC Forum will provide a virtual platform for candidates from across the state to briefly share their vision for California's future.

Related link: https://cascforum.com/

Malla Haridat Selected as The Keynote Speaker at The WE NYC Conference

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Malla Haridat is an entrepreneur and author who has used all possible platforms to advocate for women empowerment. In line with her goal to help people develop an entrepreneurial mindset, Malla is set to speak at the WE NYC Conference: 10 Ways to Uncover New Business Opportunity. The virtual conference is part of the Celebrate Small Business in Brooklyn series, organized in partnership with the Brooklyn Public Library, NYWIB, and SCORE.

"I have delivered hundreds of hours of workshops and training to entrepreneurs. What I love is hearing the focus that entrepreneurs, especially women entrepreneurs, have on delivering results and serving their customers. I want to help those entrepreneurs who genuinely care to find ways to crush their sales in the process by learning the right questions to ask their prospective clients and internally within their businesses," said Malla Haridat.

Small businesses have been described as a critical part of the US economy and recent statistics reveal an increasing involvement of women in business. According to become.co, there are approximately 13 million women-owned businesses in the U.S., with about 9 million Americans employed by women-owned businesses. While the future seems bright for female entrepreneurs, more needs to be done to encourage more women to take their place in the business world. Malla Haridat has done remarkably well in this aspect and is reiterating her commitment as she speaks at the upcoming WE Master Leadership Conference.

The event is coming at the most ideal time, considering the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on small businesses in the United States and other parts of the world. The four-hour virtual conference targets individuals with existing businesses or startups, featuring 26 exciting speakers sharing tools and tips to sharpen the abilities of participants and empower them to identify and realize opportunities.

Scheduled to be held on September 16 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., the conference will begin with a keynote by Malla Haridat, CEO and Founder of New Designs for Life, Inc. sharing strategies for uncovering new business opportunities.

Her speech will be followed by five industry-focused panel discussions with the founders of small businesses that found new ways to thrive. The event will also feature five expert-led workshops teaching how to find, validate, fund, and seize new business opportunities.

For more information about Malla Haridat and her works via the New Designs for Life Training Company, please visit: https://mallaharidat.com/.

Event information: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/we-nyc-conference-find-hidden-markets-for-your-business-tickets-116521451799

About Malla Haridat:

Malla Haridat is an award-winning entrepreneurship coach/strategist. As the founder and CEO of New Designs for Life, Malla is a nationally-recognized expert, training over 7,000 people. She has traveled extensively throughout the United States, partnering with companies to develop creative solutions for entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs. Her company was awarded the New York City Small Business Award of the Year. She has been featured in the media, including The New York Times, Black Enterprise Inc., Fox Small Business, Huff Post, and ABC.

Malla Haridat is an entrepreneur and author who has used all possible platforms to advocate for women empowerment. In line with her goal to help people develop an entrepreneurial mindset, Malla is set to speak at the WE NYC Conference: 10 Ways to Uncover New Business Opportunity.

Related link: https://mallaharidat.com/

Public Narrative to put on Celebration of Change

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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*Photo caption: Jhmira Alexander, President and Executive Director, Public Narrative.

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

Related link: https://publicnarrative.org/