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Author Exposes Corrupt Christian Teachings Utilizing Biblical Evidence

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Joellen Saddock claims that Christ’s message does not align with mainstream Christian teachings

POWHATAN, Va., Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Although author Joellen Saddock was raised in a Christian household, she often found herself on the outside of religion, looking in. She wanted to explain the beauty of Christ’s message but discovered that her understanding of Christ stood in juxtaposition to mainstream Christianity. In her new book, “Christian Awakening,” she shares her coming-of-age story about how she found the answers to all her tough religious questions.

“Christian Awakening” explores the deeper meanings of the Bible, how Christianity parallels other religions, and shares the message of a loving unity between all of God’s people. Saddock implores readers to set aside the idea that man begins and ends in the confines of their own skin.

Although initially frustrated with the idea of reincarnation, Saddock recounts her personal experiences on the topic while explaining what the Bible means when referring to how a man can be “in the body of his ancestor,” and how “women received back their dead, raised to life again.” Tackling the distinction between reincarnation and resurrection, Saddock wants readers to consider if Jesus was actually teaching a different religion at all as she calls Hindu, Jains, and Buddhists her brethren.

“The current biblical interpretation keeps man feeling powerless,” Saddock said. “The bible says that the human body is a form of godliness. It is through a faulty interpretation that fundamentalists continue to deny its power. Jesus meant every word he said, man truly possesses mountain moving potential.”

Saddock calls her writing a self-help book for the religiously bereft, saying that it is a must read for anyone who has been confused by the Christian religion.

“More and more people have become skeptical of the forces that are governing them,” Saddock said. “My place in all this madness is to tell you that these same forces, mostly greed and power, that have corrupted the government, the media, and some of the medical field, have also corrupted Christ’s message. This happened long ago, even before the formation of Christian churches.”

Assuring readers that Jesus gave them permission to think outside the box, Saddock walks readers through points of the Bible that may be subject to misinterpretation, corruption, or mistranslation. She encourages readers to not only renew their mind, but join together in a loving unity of all God’s people.

“Christian Awakening”
By Joellen Saddock
ISBN: 9798765227152 (softcover); 9798765227176 (hardcover); 9798765227169 (electronic); 9798765235546 (audio)
Available at Balboa Press, Amazon and Barnes & Noble

About the author
Joellen Saddock resides in Virginia with her husband and four children. Although raised in a Christian household, she often found herself on the outside of religion looking in. Her story is a coming-of-age about the way she discovered answers to all her tough religious questions. More than anything, her story exemplifies how God’s law is actively working in life to multiply desires and assist in creating a life of possibilities. Her story is about man’s mountain-moving potential that has–until now– been obscured by religious hypocrites. To learn more, please visit https://www.joellensaddock.com/.

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Aging Life Care Association® Welcomes New Board President

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Granigan is the CEO of LifeCare Advocates, an Aging Life Care management company based in Newton, Massachusetts. She has over 25 years of experience as a geriatric social worker, a master’s in social work, and is a licensed independent clinical social worker in the State of Massachusetts.
“Aging Life Care Managers are key to ensuring society’s success in helping our older family, friends, and neighbors get appropriate and accessible care as demographics shift,” says Granigan. “Changing family structures and the continuing effects of the COVID pandemic mean the time is right for a transformation in how we envision and support our aging population.”

“We serve with compassion and knowledge, grit, and determination to achieve the best possible outcome for those whose lives we touch,” says Granigan. “Together we are serving the most vulnerable, the most extraordinary, and the most courageous of individuals and families through an often-overwhelming maze of services and choices.”

Granigan will serve a 1-year term as President of the Board. ALCA’s Board of Directors is comprised of 11 professionals from across the country, including the President. Serving alongside Granigan in 2024 are:

  • Steven Barlam, MSW, LCSW, CMC (President Elect)
  • Anne Sansevero, RN, MA, GNP, CCM (Past President)
  • Nina Pflumm Herndon, MA, CMC, RCFE, CLPR (Secretary Treasurer)
  • Lisa Kaufman, MS, CMC, CTRS
  • Barbara Levison, MA, MSW, CMC
  • Annette Murphy, BA, MSW, C-ASWCM
  • Susy Murphy, BA, CMC
  • Lina Supnet-Zapata, MBA, TxCG, CMC
  • Jennifer Szakaly, MA, CMC
  • Elyse Weber-Sacks, MSW, LSW, CMC

About the Aging Life Care Association: The Aging Life Care Association was formed in 1985 to advance dignified, coordinated care for older adults in the United States. ALCA Members encompass a cross-section of fields related to long-term care including nursing, social work, and other allied professions focused on issues related to aging. They work with older adults, people with disabilities, and families who need assistance with caregiving and aging issues. Members must meet stringent education, experience, and certification requirements in addition to adhering to a Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice, setting them apart from other geriatric care managers. For more information or to access a nationwide directory of Aging Life Care Professionals, please visit aginglifecare.org.

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News/Media Alliance President & CEO Danielle Coffey to Testify at Senate Judiciary Committee Hearing on Oversight of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Future of Journalism

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Coffey’s comments before the Subcommittee will explain how Generative AI tools exploit news content to compete directly with publishers, yet need quality journalism to train their systems. Coffey will focus on the copyright infringement implications of how GAI developers train and use their models, as well as the need for legislation, including requiring transparency and responsibility from GAI developers, and passing the Journalism Competition & Preservation Act (JCPA), which would allow publishers to collectively negotiate for fair compensation for use of their content by the dominant tech platforms, such as Meta and Google.

Since generative AI technology took off exponentially last year, the News/Media Alliance has been leading the call for AI companies to seek proper permissions and licensing from publishers for use of their valuable content. Last fall, the Alliance published a White Paper revealing that GAI systems copy massive amounts of publishers’ original works, almost always without authorization or compensation, and publisher content is overweighted in materials used for training these systems. The White Paper and comments the Alliance submitted to the U.S. Copyright Office also explain the legal implications of such use.

In response to the hearing, News/Media Alliance President & CEO, Danielle Coffey stated, “We commend Subcommittee Chair Richard Blumenthal and Ranking Member Josh Hawley and the Senate Judiciary Committee for recognizing the urgent need to address our very serious concerns about the impacts of AI technology on providers of quality journalism, as well as the legal questions this raises. AI companies are scraping our content to compete with it – usually without any compensation to, or permission from the publishers of that content – while they reap all the benefits. This is classic freeriding that infringes publishers’ copyrights and goes far beyond fair use.”

Coffey’s testimony offers multiple suggestions for policymakers, including:

  • Recognizing that unauthorized use of publishers’ expressive content for commercial GAI training and development is likely to compete with and harm publisher businesses in a manner that infringes copyright;
  • Creating transparency requirements to require the recordkeeping and disclosure of unauthorized training uses of material that is protected by copyright, by technical protection measures, or governed by contractual terms prohibiting scraping; and
  • Adopting legislation to remedy existing market imbalances that prevent publishers from engaging in fair negotiations for the use of their content against dominant platforms.

A new report released by the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University in November found that the rate of newspaper closures has accelerated, now at 2.5 closures per week (with more than 130 confirmed newspaper closings or mergers in the last year), resulting in the expansion of news deserts, in which communities lack a source of local news.

Coffey concluded, “For years the tech platforms have gotten away with using publishers’ content without appropriate compensation. This problem, having gone unaddressed, has been getting worse and now, AI doubles down on the threat the largest tech platforms pose to publishers’ viability. Countries all over the world are introducing and passing legislation requiring the tech platforms to pay news publishers. The United States cannot fall behind other countries and should pass the JCPA, which will ensure publishers can continue to provide important high-quality journalism we all depend on. We have to act now before it’s too late.”

The News/Media Alliance is a nonprofit organization representing more than 2,200 news and magazine media organizations and their multiplatform businesses in the United States and globally. Alliance members include print and digital publishers of original journalism. Headquartered just outside Washington, D.C., the association focuses on ensuring the future of journalism through communication, research, advocacy, and innovation. Information about the News/Media Alliance can be found at http://www.newsmediaalliance.org.

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Lindsey Loving, News/Media Alliance, 571-366-1000, [email protected], www.newsmediaalliance.org

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Anna Stella Named One of 2024’s Most Impressive Female Founders

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Anna Stella has been crowned one of the UK’s most impressive female entrepreneurs by Small Business Britain’s ‘f:Entrepreneur #IAlso100’ campaign.

LONDON, Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Anna Stella has been crowned one of the UK’s most impressive female entrepreneurs by Small Business Britain’s ‘f:Entrepreneur #IAlso100’ campaign.

Anna, who founded BBSA Marketing, a global award-winning outsourcing marketing agency in 2012, is being profiled among 100 inspirational female entrepreneurs from across the country, as part of the campaign to celebrate the multi-achievements of women running businesses in the UK today.

From AI companies to female-run tradeswoman platforms and sustainable fashion designers, the f:Entrepreneur ‘#IAlso100’ line-up particularly showcases trailblazing female founders who lead purpose-driven businesses alongside a roster of other responsibilities, such as volunteering, mentoring and community support.

Indeed, Anna Stella was also awarded in 2023 with the following prestigious awards:

  • CEO of the Year at the Small Business Expo Awards (USA)
  • Executive of the Year at the Stevies International Business Awards (USA)
  • Entrepreneur of the Year at the Globee Awards (USA).

On being featured in the #ialso100 lineup, Anna Stella said: “To receive this award from Small Business Britain’s ‘f:Entrepreneur, an organisation I admire so much, makes me totally humbled and grateful. I am beyond blessed and humbled to join the #IAlso100’ community.”

Launched in 2017 by Small Business Britain – the leading champion of small businesses in the UK – the f:Entrepreneur campaign aims to raise greater awareness of the impact of incredible female business owners across the country and help provide inspiration and role models to the wider small business community.

The campaign offers a host of events, training, and networking opportunities to boost skills, capability, and confidence.

“Congratulations to Anna Stella, and each of the phenomenal women featured in this year’s #IAlso100,” said Michelle Ovens CBE, founder of Small Business Britain.

“It is so important that we call out the incredible contribution of women running businesses across the UK. As well as growing economic prosperity across the UK, they are also having a tremendous, wider positive impact on local communities too. Despite all of the challenges of recent times, it is fantastic to see female entrepreneurship continuing to grow and flourish in the UK, and we must do all we can to encourage and build this further.”

To see the full line-up of the 100 women featured in this year’s f:Entrepreneur #IAlso100 campaign visit https://f-entrepreneur.com/ialso-top-100-bio/anna-stella/

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For more information, please contact Dan Rossi at [email protected] 

About BBSA Marketing

Small company, little time? Win new clients. Hit your targets. Grow your business.

BBSA is an award-winning full-service global outsourced marketing agency that supports a wide range of companies with both strategy and marketing implementation that is cost-effective and maximizes reach.

BBSA`s monthly packages, which include solutions from marketing strategies and plans to lead generation activities, email marketing, content marketing, and social media, let you leave your marketing in the hands of award-winning experts.

Whether you’re an established enterprise or a growing startup, discover flexible marketing outsourcing solutions to grow your business.

www.bbsa-marketing.com

About f:Entrepreneur

Michelle Ovens CBE set up the f:Entrepreneur Campaign, which launched on International Women’s Day 2017, because of the growing sense that there should be more recognition for the amazing, multi-faceted contribution of women who run so many businesses in the UK.

The goal of the campaign is to celebrate the dynamic and inspirational businesses led by women in the UK. It is aimed at both men and women, because everyone has something to learn from these stories of challenge and success.

Through events, content and storytelling, f:Entrepreneur showcases role models to help and inspire all small businesses.

@fentrepreneuruk
https://f-entrepreneur.com/about-us/

About the #IAlso100

The f:Entrepreneur #IAlso100 will celebrate and showcase amazing female entrepreneurs from all over the UK and is brought to you by the f:Entrepreneur campaign, run by Small Business Britain.

About Small Business Britain

Small Business Britain is the UK’s leading champion of small businesses, supporting the UK’s 5.5 million small businesses, no matter their location, their sector, or their ambition level.

Through a series of campaigns, networks, training and reports, Small Business Britain champions and informs small businesses in the UK. Committed to making entrepreneurship as inclusive as possible, it brings small business owners together to foster growth and increased confidence.

https://smallbusinessbritain.uk
Twitter: @britainsmallbiz
Facebook: @smallbusinessbritain
Instagram: britainsmallbiz

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Dan Rossi, BBSA, 1 3025264992, [email protected], www.bbsa-marketing.com 

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MR departments seek to leverage AI to improve workflow, productivity according to IMV’s recent report

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For hospital MR departments improving workflow and productivity is a top priority says IMV, a Science and Medicine Group Company.

ARLINGTON, Va., Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — In 2023, the top two overall priorities for MR departments are to increase patient satisfaction with their MR imaging experience and improve MRI department workflow and productivity, according to IMV’s recently published 2023 MR Market Outlook Report.

While a top priority across all hospital types, improving MRI department workflow and productivity is the number one priority for hospitals with 200 beds or more. One strategy hospitals are using to achieve this goal is to leverage AI and machine learning software. According to the survey, overall, 20% of sites are currently using AI/machine-learning tools to improve staff and department efficiency. Broken out by hospital size, this percentage increases to 23% for hospitals with 200 to 399 beds and 34% for hospitals with 400 beds or more, while sitting at a more modest 14% among hospitals with less than 200 beds. These data indicate that MRI departments in larger hospital sites are in a better position to realize gains in workflow and productivity, compared with those in smaller hospitals.

Looking at procedure volumes, in 2023, overall there was an estimated 2.9% increase in MR procedures performed compared to 2022. Broken out by site type, hospital-based fixed MR procedures have increased 7.2%, while non-hospital based MR procedures have decreased by 1.2% year over year.

MRI Procedure Volume Change Year-over-Year

  • Overall Site Type: 2.9%
  • Hospital (fixed) Site Type: 7.2%
  • Non-Hospital Site Type: -1.2%

In 2023, 30% of MR sites are planning to purchase an MR scanner from 2023 through 2026. Survey respondents listed the following manufacturers being considered for these purchases: Siemens Healthineers (53%), GE HealthCare (50%), Philips (30%), Canon Medical Systems (14%), Fujifilm Medical Systems (11%), and United Imaging Healthcare (8%).

Regarding MRI site operations, in 2023 on average hospital sites with fixed systems are open 12.6 hours per weekday per site and 12.5 hours in total over the weekend. Hospitals using mobile MRI systems are open for an average of 6.1 hours per weekday per site and 3.7 hours over the weekend.

Hospitals with Fixed MR:

  • Average Hours Open per Weekday per Site: 12.6
  • Average Hours Open per Weekend per Site: 12.5

Hospitals with Mobile MR

  • Average Hours Open per Weekday per Site: 6.1
  • Average Hours Open per Weekend per Site: 3.7

With increased procedure volumes in hospital sites, the impetus to improve MRI department workflow and productivity, and the higher adoption rates of AI tools among larger hospital sites, workflow and efficiency results hospitals may be able to achieve will be interesting to monitor.

Want to share your knowledge of medical imaging? Click here to sign up for the IMV Survey panel today.

Davin Korstjens is a Senior Market Research Program Manager at IMV Medical Information Division, part of Science and Medicine Group.

IMV’s 2023 MR Market Outlook Report explores market trends related to service contracts for diagnostic imaging equipment in U.S. hospitals. The report was published in November 2023 and is based on responses from 302 radiology administrators and technicians who participated in IMV’s nationwide survey from July 2023 – August 2023. Vendors covered in this report include Bayer, Bracco, Canon, Fujifilm, GE Healthcare, Guerbet, Lantheus, Philips, Samsung, Siemens and United Imaging.

For information about purchasing IMV Market Outlook Reports, visit the corporate website at https://imvinfo.com/ or call 703-778-3080 ext. 1033 to speak with a representative. In addition to the report, all purchases will include a complimentary recording of an executive summary presentation of findings conducted by IMV’s Senior Program Manager.

Disclosure: IMV Medical Information Division is a sister company of AuntMinnie.com

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Davin Korstjens, IMV a Science and Medicine Group Company, 703-778-3080, [email protected], https://imvinfo.com/

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BioChain® Celebrates 30 Years of Innovation and Excellence in Biotechnology

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“Innovation and quality are always the cornerstones of our journey,” says Grace T. Serri, CEO at BioChain Institute Inc. “We are immensely proud of the role we have played in advancing the fields of life science and drug discovery. As we celebrate this significant milestone, we reaffirm our commitment to providing our customers with the highest quality products and services.”

Over the past three decades, BioChain has continuously set the standard for quality in biotechnology. The company’s commitment to excellence is evidenced by its fully consented biospecimen collections, obtained under IRB approval, and operations certified under ISO 13485:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 standards. BioChain’s extensive range of products, including DNA, RNA, protein lysates, tissue sections, and arrays, are utilized across various technology platforms such as NGS, PCR & qPCR.

BioChain’s agility and extensive reach in the industry have enabled it to stay competitive and relevant, adapting to the evolving needs of the biotechnology sector. The company has developed a series of optimized kits and reagents and introduced an automated sample extraction instrument, demonstrating its innovative capabilities.

In addition to its product offerings, BioChain provides custom services tailored to the specific needs of its customers, including biological sample collection, sample extraction, quality control references, and critical assays and components.

“BioChain’s 30-year journey is a testament to our dedicated team, loyal customers, and the collaborative spirit that drives our industry forward,” adds Serri. “We look forward to continuing our legacy of innovation and quality for many years to come.”

As BioChain looks to the future, it remains dedicated to its mission of improving patient outcomes and revolutionizing the way healthcare is delivered. The company continues to foster strong partnerships with leading pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and healthcare organizations worldwide.

For more information about BioChain Institute Inc. and its offerings, please visit BioChain’s website.

Media Kit and photos available upon request.

About BioChain®

BioChain, a global leader in biological sample analysis, is a biotechnology company based in Newark, California. BioChain has provided the highest-quality biospecimens, biological research tools, and services since 1994. BioChain offers a comprehensive range of products and services, including a diverse collection of ethically sourced biospecimens, advanced molecular diagnostic technologies, and innovative solutions for research and development. BioChain is the only provider of all significant spatial biology platforms, showcasing its commitment as the spatial biology service provider of choice. Committed to excellence, BioChain’s ISO-certified facilities ensure the reliability and integrity of its offerings, making it a trusted partner for scientists, researchers, and clinicians worldwide in their pursuit of breakthrough discoveries and improved healthcare solutions. To learn more about BioChain, visit www.biochain.com

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Allyson M Markey, BioChain, 1 7604434557, [email protected], https://www.biochain.com/

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Girls Inc. Partners with Paramount Pictures for the Release of New Mean Girls Film

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Girls Inc. has been selected as the Mean Girls nonprofit partner to provide educational resources that engage girls in essential conversations surrounding themes addressed in the movie through the Mean Girl Myths Discussion Guide.

NEW YORK, Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Girls Inc. is thrilled to announce its collaboration with Paramount Pictures for the cinematic debut of the iconic Mean Girls film set to hit theaters on January 12, 2024.

Girls Inc. has been selected as the film’s nonprofit partner to provide educational resources that engage girls in essential conversations surrounding themes addressed in the movie via The Mean Girls Myth Discussion Guide.

“The Mean Girls movie offers valuable teachable moments on issues disproportionately impacting girls,” said Girls Inc. President & CEO, Dr. Stephanie J. Hull. “As the leading expert on girls, and with a reach that extends to over 100,000 participants, we have a staff that is well prepared to assist families, schools, and other youth-serving organizations as we engage girls in important discussions about anti-bullying, allyship, self-esteem, relationship building, and other themes central to our mission of inspiring girls to be strong, smart, and bold.”

The Mean Girls Myth Discussion Guide includes interactive elements with suggested questions for facilitated discussions with girls and helpful resources that build upon the Girls Inc. Bill of Rights, leadership curriculum, and social and emotional learning (SEL) resources. SEL topics include social awareness, self-awareness, self-management, and responsible decision-making.

“We’re so happy to partner with Girls Inc., an organization I’ve gotten to know over the years, for this particular event. They do so much to build positive school and community environments for girls to realize their full potential,” said Tina Fey.

In anticipation of the cinematic release, Girls Inc. participants in New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago had the opportunity to attend exclusive screenings. The events culminate, today, with a special Empire State Building lighting ceremony with the Mean Girls cast where a charitable donation will be made to Girls Inc.

For additional information on Girls Inc. and to download the free Mean Girls Myth Discussion Guide visit girlsinc.org.

About Girls Inc.

Girls Inc. is a network of local organizations that works with schools and in communities across the United States and Canada. Through direct service and advocacy Girls Inc. equips girls – particularly girls from low-income communities and girls of color – with the knowledge and skills to effect positive changes in their lives and to become leaders who will change the world. Professionally trained staff and volunteers provide mentorship, safe spaces, and programming that address the unique challenges girls face and are proven to help girls succeed. Together with partners and supporters, Girls Inc. is building the new generation of leaders. Join us at girlsinc.org.

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Elizabeth Velez, Girls Inc., 1 (212) 269-4630, [email protected], girlsinc.org

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Husband and Wife Team Bring Caring Transitions to North Atlanta Area

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Todd and Tiffany Kiecker look to provide compassionate assistance to seniors and their families in the north Georgia region

KENNESAW, Ga., Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Caring Transitions, the leader in senior relocation and transition services, continues to expand its services across the country with its latest location launching today, Monday, January 8. Caring Transitions of Alpharetta, Kennesaw & West Marietta is owned and operated by Todd and Tiffany Kiecker. This dynamic husband and wife duo, known as “The Dream Team” in the northern Georgia real estate community, brings nearly two decades of real estate expertise to their new venture aimed at assisting local seniors and their families. Todd, a 101st Airborne Army Veteran, and Tiffany, a caring mother of six, embody the qualities needed to navigate the complexities of senior relocation. Their genuine desire to ease the transition process aligns perfectly with the mission of Caring Transitions.

Caring Transitions is a franchise designed to minimize stress by utilizing specially trained professionals to oversee every detail of a senior’s transition with compassion, including decluttering, organizing, packing, move management, unpacking, resettling, and cleanouts. The company also manages both in-home and online estate sales. The online estate sales are hosted on CTBIDS, the brand’s widely popular auction platform, which can support its clients in liquidating unique and everyday treasures that many cherish.

The Kieckers’ dedication is rooted in personal experiences, having parents and grandparents in their 80s, which has fueled their commitment to ensuring a stress-free as possible transition for seniors moving to their new homes.
“We already gravitate and love to help seniors in our real estate business, this was an easy fit for us to help seniors full-time,” Todd and Tiffany explained. “We both have parents and grandparents in their 80’s and see how they are treated. We are here to help the senior group transition with little to no stress into their new home.”

Caring Transitions of Alpharetta, Kennesaw & West Marietta will service Holly Springs, Johns Creek, Acworth, Woodstock, and the surrounding areas of North Atlanta. Caring Transitions currently has more than 300 franchise locations serving families across the country.

“We are excited to welcome Todd and Tiffany to our Caring Transitions family and expand our network in Georgia,” said Ray Fabik, President of Caring Transitions. “The Kieckers having both a background in real estate and running their own agency will help them tremendously as they begin their journey with Caring Transitions.”

To learn more about Caring Transitions, visit https://www.caringtransitionskennesaw.com.
For more about franchising opportunities with Caring Transitions, visit https://www.caringtransitionsfranchise.com/.

About Caring Transitions
Caring Transitions, founded in 2006, is the most trusted and experienced national franchise specializing in senior relocation and transition services. With more than 300 locations throughout the United States, all owned and operated by Certified Relocation and Transition Specialists, Caring Transitions provides clients with supportive moves, auctions, rightsizing, and transitions. This includes expert advice plus a well-executed transition plan beginning with the initial sorting of personal belongings through packing, unpacking, resettling, and selling of items to the final clearing and cleaning of the property. For more information, visit http://www.caringtransitions.com or visit us on Facebook.

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PhillyGoes2College teams up with Welcome America, Inc. and Vanguard to Inspire Innovation in Philly High Schoolers

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Innovation in Philly High Schoolers College resource PhillyGoes2College invites high school students to create one-of-a-kind projects for the Wawa Welcome America Festival

PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — PhillyGoes2College‘s “I AM PHL” contest invites Philadelphia high schoolers to submit original works to be featured at the Wawa Welcome America Festival. PhillyGoes2College is powered by the Philadelphia Education Fund. This is the second year that PhillyGoes2College and the Wawa Welcome America Festival have partnered with Vanguard to highlight and celebrate the aspirations of Philly high school students through “I AM PHL.”

The contest invites students to submit original works in one of four categories: music, visual art, spoken word, or investment. The investment submission, in partnership with Vanguard, asks students to create an investment recommendation based on a Vanguard-designed case study. Winners of each category will receive one-of-a-kind prizes, including the opportunity to perform or display their work at this summer’s Wawa Welcome America Festival (June 19 through July 4, 2024) and a $1,000 prize per category winner, sponsored by Vanguard.

“I AM PHL is a celebration of our incredible high school students and the city of Philadelphia. It is about finding and fostering community – a rich community right here in Philadelphia where students can connect with peers and professionals who share their passions and support their goals,” said Kelly Staskel, Director of PhillyGoes2College at the Philadelphia Education Fund. To enter the contest, students are asked to respond to one of two prompts in their submission: #1 – Great Things Are Happening in Philadelphia or #2 – I Am College Bound. Entries will be judged by a panel of experts and the winner of each category will receive a prized mentorship from a leading professional in their field.

QuentinThePoet, storyteller and executive director of We the People Stage, will mentor the Spoken Word category winner. Benjamin Thomas, Grammy-winning engineer, producer, and mixer; founder of After5 Studios and co-owner of nicethingsMUSIC, will mentor the Musical Performance category winner. Jane Golden, artist and executive director of Mural Arts Philadelphia, will mentor the Visual Art category winner. Vanguard investment professionals will mentor and lead the Investment category winner.

The submission period opens on January 8, 2024, and there will be a celebratory kickoff event on February 10, 2024, at University of the Arts. Submissions are due by April 19, 2024 and the winners will be announced in May of 2024. Winners will be recognized during the Wawa Welcome America Festival on June 19 – July 4, 2024. VisitPhillyGoes2College.org/festival for contest tips and entry information.

PhillyGoes2College.org, powered by the Philadelphia Education Fund, is a source for information on planning, applying, and paying for college. From a calendar of local college admissions events, directory of Philadelphia-area college access opportunities, and comprehensive scholarship bank, PG2C sets high school students on the path to college. Follow Philly2College (Twitter), Facebook, and @PhillyGoes2College (Instagram).

The Philadelphia Education Fund (PEF): PEF creates equitable access to opportunities for students by providing resources and expertise that build paths to college and career success. Learn more at www.philaedfund.org.

Vanguard: Founded in 1975, Vanguard is one of the world’s leading investment management companies. The firm offers investments, advice, and retirement services to individual investors around the globe – directly through workplace plans, and through financial intermediaries. Vanguard operates under a unique, investor-owned structure where Vanguard fund shareholders own the funds, which in turn own Vanguard. As such, Vanguard adheres to a simple purpose: To take a stand for all investors, to treat them fairly, and to give them the best chance for investment success. For more information, visit vanguard.com.

Welcome America, Inc.: As a 501c3, non-profit organization founded in 1993. Welcome America, Inc. seeks to enhance the resident and visitor experience through citywide events that provide an economic boost to the local economy. Welcome America, Inc. also produces and assists in the growth of select city events year-round that can increase awareness of Philadelphia as an event destination, including Wawa Welcome America and the Philly Holiday Experience.

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Edel Howlin, PhillyGoes2College, 1 4842781420, [email protected], https://phillygoes2college.org

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Coghlin Companies Awarded Best Family-Owned Business by the Worcester Business Journal

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The WBJ recognition honors a longstanding commitment to excellence, strong community ties, and a culture centered on its dedicated workforce.

WESTBOROUGH, Mass., Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Coghlin Companies, a Time-to-Market Services™ leader providing engineering, manufacturing, and global fulfillment services, will be the proud recipient of the 2023 Best Family-Owned Business Award, presented by the Worcester Business Journal. This recognition comes as the result of widespread voting by the Central Mass Business Community and serves as an undeniable testament to the company’s dedication to excellence, community involvement, and remarkable work culture.

Coghlin Companies has been a pillar in the Central Massachusetts community for more than four generations and has expanded its service offering and client base significantly over the past decade, designing and manufacturing products for some of the most innovative companies in the world, touching nearly every continent on the globe. Chris Coghlin, President, CEO and Chief Culture Officer, attributes the company’s continued success to its empowered culture of intelligent, caring, and kind associates who are deeply connected to the industries they serve and, most importantly, each other. “It’s a true honor to accept this award on behalf of our Caring Associates…the heart and soul of our work family.”

Additionally, Coghlin Companies was named 2023 Manufacturer of the Year by the Massachusetts Legislative Manufacturing Caucus, an honor received at Polar Park alongside many of its dedicated associates. This award highlighted the company’s exceptional contributions to the manufacturing sector, particularly its impactful work during the COVID-19 pandemic and ongoing community involvement.

ABOUT COGHLIN COMPANIES

Coghlin Companies and its wholly owned subsidiaries, Columbia Tech and Cogmedix, are a fourth-generation, privately held Time to Market Services™ company providing world-class product development, manufacturing, global fulfillment, and aftermarket services to a diversified group of capital equipment innovators in the medical, life sciences, alternative energy, homeland security, robotics and automation, communications, semiconductor, LED, water treatment, and food and beverage industries. For more information, visit www.coghlincompanies.com.

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Sarah Foley, Coghlin Companies, 1 (508) 713-4797, [email protected], www.coghlincompanies.com

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