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Relocity Recognized for 711% Growth in the 2023 Deloitte Technology Fast 500™


“Each year we look forward to reviewing the progress and innovations of our Technology Fast 500 winners. This year is especially celebratory as we expand the number of winners to better represent just how many companies are developing new ideas to progress our society and the world, especially during a slow economy,” said Paul Silverglate, vice chair, Deloitte LLP and U.S. technology sector leader. “While software and services and life sciences continue to dominate the top 10, we are encouraged to see other categories making their mark. Congratulations to all the winners who show us how creativity, hard work and perseverance can lead to success.”

“As for growing companies, it’s always rewarding to be recognized for the ongoing commitment it takes to navigate obstacles, transform when necessary and ultimately create a thriving business,” said Christie Simons, partner, Deloitte & Touche LLP and industry leader for technology, media and telecommunications within Deloitte’s audit and assurance practice. “Over the nearly 30 years we’ve been compiling the Technology Fast 500, we’ve seen new categories emerge, growth rates explode, and certain regional markets shine from the bright talent they attract. We are proud of all the winners for achieving this well-deserved honor.”

Overall, the 2023 Technology Fast 500 companies achieved revenue growth ranging from 222,189% to 201% over the three-year time frame from 2019 to 2022, with an average growth rate of 1,934% and a median growth rate of 497%.

About the 2023 Deloitte Technology Fast 500

Now in its 29th year, the Deloitte Technology Fast 500 provides a ranking of the fastest-growing technology, media, telecommunications, life sciences, fintech, and energy tech companies — both public and private — in North America. Technology Fast 500 award winners are selected based on percentage fiscal year revenue growth from 2019 to 2022.

In order to be eligible for Technology Fast 500 recognition, companies must own proprietary intellectual property or technology that is sold to customers in products that contribute to a majority of the company’s operating revenues. Companies must have base-year operating revenues of at least US$50,000, and current-year operating revenues of at least US$5 million. Additionally, companies must be in business for a minimum of four years and be headquartered within North America.

About Relocity

Relocity is reimagining the global mobility experience. We enable enterprises to attract, retain, and engage talent globally through our unique blend of high-tech relocation solutions and destination services. We deliver an excellent experience for people on the move through our digital employee experience and high-touch, in-person destination services. Our personalized transferee experience accommodates all mobile talent and is enabled through our AI-driven native mobile app and workforce mobility platform. More than 300 enterprises trust us and our platform to lower the costs of global mobility, while quickly relocating and connecting their people to their key markets — all to increase talent conversion, retention, and engagement.

Our core values drive us to focus on our customers, innovation, integrity, and excellence. Relocity serves thousands of cities in more than 40 markets across the United States, Europe, Asia, and Australia. Learn more at www.relocity.com.

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About Deloitte

Deloitte provides industry-leading audit, consulting, tax and advisory services to many of the world’s most admired brands, including nearly 90% of the Fortune 500® and more than 8,500 U.S.-based private companies. At Deloitte, we strive to live our purpose of making an impact that matters by creating trust and confidence in a more equitable society. We leverage our unique blend of business acumen, command of technology, and strategic technology alliances to advise our clients across industries as they build their future. Deloitte is proud to be part of the largest global professional services network serving our clients in the markets that are most important to them. Bringing more than 175 years of service, our network of member firms spans more than 150 countries and territories. Learn how Deloitte’s approximately 457,000 people worldwide connect for impact at www.deloitte.com.

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Frazier & Deeter Welcomes Adam Dormuth as Senior Manager in Forensics & Litigation Support


Adam Dormuth Joins Top 50 Firm to Strengthen Forensics & Litigation Support Practice

ATLANTA, Nov. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Frazier & Deeter (FD), a Top 50 accounting and advisory firm, is pleased to announce the addition of Adam W. Dormuth, CPA/CFF, CFE, as Senior Manager. Adam brings with him more than a decade of industry experience to the firm’s Forensics & Litigation Support Practice.

Adam leverages a deep knowledge in forensic accounting, investigations and litigation support, alongside a client-centric approach. His professional trajectory, starting from investigations at the federal government to leadership positions at professional service firms and the Big 4, has equipped him with a robust blend of technical acumen and client management skills.

“We are delighted to welcome Adam Dormuth to our Forensics & Litigation Support team. His extensive experience and commitment to providing exceptional service will further enhance our ability to support our clients in achieving successful outcomes in their legal matters,” said Jeremy Sperring, FD Partner-in-Charge of Tax.

Serving clients nationally, with a focus on the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic, Adam will collaborate with Partner Beth Garrett, JD, CPA, CVA, in the litigation, valuation, audit, tax and consulting sectors. The value he and Beth provide across these areas reflects the firm’s commitment to deliver accuracy and client satisfaction in every engagement.

“We are very excited to expand our forensic and litigation support services to all of our offices with the addition of Adam,” noted Beth Garrett, FD Partner. “This is an important service line as we continue to support our clients.”

About Frazier & Deeter
Frazier & Deeter is an award-winning Top 50 accounting and advisory firm that offers a full scope of tax, audit, internal controls advisory and business transformation services. FD and its family of brands serve clients worldwide, from the Fortune Global 500 companies to growing small businesses, and the firm has been recognized repeatedly as a Best of the Best Accounting firm, a Best Firm to Work For® and a Best Firm for Women in Leadership.

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Katelyn Brown, Frazier & Deeter, 770.880.0372, [email protected], https://www.frazierdeeter.com/

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Lathrop GPM’s Lisa Hillman Recognized as a 2023 Shining Light by World IP Review


Hillman has more than 20 years of experience in IP law. Her practice encompasses domestic and foreign patent procurement. She also provides strategic patent counseling including patent portfolio management, patent validity opinions, infringement opinions, freedom-to-operate opinions, and due diligence reviews. She has broad technical experience in the areas of biotechnology, human gene therapy, mRNA and siRNA technologies, medical devices, and immunotherapy. Earlier this year, Hillman was also named chair of the Greater Boston Chapter of Women in Bio for 2024.

To see the full ranking: WIPR Diversity 2023

About Lathrop GPM LLP
Lathrop GPM is a full-service, Am Law 200 law firm with more than 325 attorneys in 12 offices. Our attorneys provide a full spectrum of corporate legal services: business transactions, litigation, intellectual property and trusts & estates. We help businesses, organizations and individuals grow and succeed, anticipate trends, plan for challenges and bring their visions to life. Clients recognize Lathrop GPM for our commitment to client service, legal project management and innovative pricing capabilities. The firm is nationally recognized for our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, with a Mansfield Rule 5.0 Certification Plus status and Top Performer and Compass Award Winner recognitions by the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity. A Multilaw and Employment Law Alliance affiliate, we have the resources of more than 90 independent law firms in 100 countries worldwide. For more information, visit http://www.lathropgpm.com.

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Jasmine Trillos-Decarie, Lathrop GPM, 720.931.3125, [email protected], https://www.lathropgpm.com/ 

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Life’s Unexpected Blessings by Michelle Copeland is featured on BookWhirl


Trust comes from having faith. You must have complete faith in the fact that God is watching out for you and will look for you. He is aware of the absolute best, but you must have complete faith in order to properly accept what he has in store for you. Because our God is simultaneously dependable and just, our faith is not naive.

It is said in Jeremiah 29:11, “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”

This book is available online and can be purchased at online bookstores.

About the Author

Author Michelle Copeland had no intention of writing books. When she was younger, she had a variety of career aspirations, but she ultimately chose medicine. Michelle attempted to enter medical school after college. Despite the fact that she tried her hardest, she was unsuccessful in getting in. After graduating from college, she pursued phlebotomy and ECG training in an effort to increase her hiring prospects, but she was unsuccessful. To support her family, she set aside her dream. But after remembering how much she had enjoyed sketching and drawing as a child, Michelle Copeland began to paint. Then, one day, she made the decision to write a book. Do not rule anything out.

Life’s Unexpected Blessings by Michelle Copeland

Paperback: $12.00 | ISBN-13: 9781648043963

Date Published: January 2021 | Pages: 104

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Marie Lewis, BookWhirl, 1 8772071679, [email protected], https://bookwhirl.org/

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King & Spalding files patent infringement lawsuits against Lenovo Group, Luxottica Group SPA, Seiko Epson Corp and certain of their affiliates for e-Vision Smart Optics


e-Vision’s research and development projects focus on vision-based optical technologies and electronic wearable frames that are used for a variety of applications. Its optical technologies cover electronic lenses and optics that utilize diffractive, refractive, pixelated and hybrid diffractive/refractive optical designs created by e-Vision’s labs that utilize either embedded or remote/wireless power and control. Its wearable frame undertakings include the incorporation of mobile media, displays and other electronics into and on wearable frames. As a pioneer in electronic lens modulation, e-Vision offers more than 20 years of experience designing and fabricating optics that control and shape light with no moving parts. With its patent portfolio encompassing hundreds of patents issued or pending worldwide, e-Vision has significant intellectual property memorializing its extensive development efforts in these areas over the past 20 years.

e-Vision is a privately held Delaware-based Corporation with its development facility and administrative offices located in Sarasota, Florida. e-Vision believes that its technology will have a transformative influence on the complex lens systems required to bring what can be imagined to reality.

About King & Spalding

King & Spalding LLP is an American international corporate law firm that is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with offices located in North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. It has over 1,200 lawyers in 23 offices globally.

Forward-looking Statements

This statement contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements may include, but may not be limited to, direct or indirect statements concerning: e-Vision Smart Optics Inc. protection of its rights to the intellectual property and its exposure to intellectual property challenges and litigation. Any forward-looking statements in this statement are based on e-Vision Smart Optics Inc. current expectations and beliefs of future events, and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially and adversely from those set forth in or implied by such forward-looking statements.

Court of record for all cases are the Federal District Court for the Central District of California

Seiko Epson Corporation, Epson America Inc. Case No. 8:23-cv-01858

Lenovo Group, LTD, Lenovo Holding Co., Inc., Lenovo (United States), Inc. Case No. 8:23-cv-01860

Luxottica Group S.P.A., Luxottica U.S. Holdings Corp., and Luxottica of America Inc. Case No. 8:23-cv-02013

Contact Information

e-Vision Smart Optics, Inc. 1144 Tallevast Rd, Suites 113-115 Sarasota, FL 34243

Mailing Address: 8437 Tuttle Ave., Suite 319 Sarasota, FL 34243 Phone +1-941-351-4580 www.evisionoptics.com

Web Contact Form: www.evisionoptics.com/contact/

Media Contact (non-litigation information)

Jim Phillips – Principle – theRocket3 [email protected]

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PrideStaff Recognized as a Top Franchise for Veterans by Entrepreneur for Sixth Consecutive Year


Although hundreds of franchises offer incentives or discounted fees to entice veterans to join their system, Entrepreneur’s Top Franchises for Veterans ranking recognizes the organizations that truly offer the best overall opportunities for veterans interested in becoming franchisees. Each of the 150 franchises to make the 2023 list was selected based on their veteran incentive, how veteran franchisees are attracted to and supported by their company, and how each company scored in the 2023 Franchise 400.

“We are immensely proud to be recognized as a Top Franchise for Veterans for the sixth consecutive year,” stated Paula Pizarro, Senior VP of Franchise Development at PrideStaff. “Veterans bring tremendous assets to our organization, including leadership, teamwork, and a dedication to excellence. These qualities align perfectly with our core values and contribute to the success of our franchise system.

“We are proud to help those who have served our country reach their career and financial goals,” continued Pizarro. “Military veterans have chosen franchise opportunities with PrideStaff for years because of our strong back office support, proven business model, and discounted franchise fees. We remain steadfast in Our Mission to ‘Consistently provide client experiences focused on what they value most,’ using our national resources, industry-leading technology, and organizational agility to help veterans from all branches of the military achieve career success within our brands.”

About PrideStaff
PrideStaff operates over 85 offices in North America to serve more than 5,000 clients. With 40 plus years in the staffing business and headquartered in Fresno, CA, PrideStaff offers the resources and expertise of a national firm, with the spirit, dedication and personal service of smaller, entrepreneurial firms. PrideStaff is the only nationwide, commercial staffing firm in the U.S. and Canada with over $100 million in annual revenue to earn ClearlyRated’s prestigious Best of Staffing 10-Year Diamond Awards five years in a row, highlighting exceptional client and talent service quality.

For more information on our services, or for staffing franchise information, click here.

Media Contact

Bri Castro, PrideStaff, 559.432.7780, [email protected], www.pridestaff.com 

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Placeit’s Lead Creative Director on How To Fix the Biggest Designer Mistakes in Latest Interview [DesignRush Spotlight]


64% of users want websites that can capture their attention. DesignRush interviewed Placeit’s lead creative director to uncover the common mistakes in design and how to avoid them.

NEW YORK, Nov. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — According to Adobe’s survey, 64% of consumers expect websites to effectively engage and maintain their attention. Additionally, 59% favor beautiful design over simplicity. Yet, achieving this can be more challenging than it appears.

In the latest interview, DesignRush sat down with Alicia Espinoza, lead creative director at Placeit, to gain expert insights on how content creators can avoid common design pitfalls and make their brands stand out.

“There are several rules to follow to create a brand that is easily recognizable and memorable to people,” shares Espinoza. “Color is one of the first things our brains detect, so keeping a consistent color palette is highly recommendable.”

Highlights of our interview with Espinoza include:

  • Common mistakes content creators make in design and strategies to avoid them
  • Key considerations when choosing a mockup or template for your brand
  • Strategies for achieving cohesive brand design

The past week was also marked by two other interviews on DesignRush:

About DesignRush:

DesignRush.com is a media platform and a B2B marketplace connecting businesses with agencies through expert reviews and agency ranking lists, awards, knowledge resources, and personalized agency recommendations for vetted projects.

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DesignRush Spotlight, DesignRush, 8008565417, [email protected], https://www.designrush.com/

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Life Elements’ Releases New Intimacy Oil Sensual. Sexy. Sensational


Life Elements is championing healthy intercourse while spicing up the bedroom with the release of their new Life Elements Sensual Intimacy Oil.

ATASCADERO, Calif., Nov. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Life Elements is championing healthy intercourse while spicing up the bedroom with the release of their new Life Elements Sensual Intimacy Oil. Formulated to support sexual wellness in intimate experiences, Life Elements Intimacy Oil elevates sensual encounters with smooth, heightened, and prolonged sexual expression.

Comprised of nature-based, highly effective, ingredients including organic broad-spectrum CBD and Damiana, a known aphrodisiac, this scentless, oil-based product provides a non-irritating, longer-lasting glide. Unlike water-based products or those that are infused with essential oils or flavoring agents, Life Elements Intimacy Oil uses coconut-derived oil as a base. This formulation is better suited to maintain vaginal pH balance, takes longer to dry out, and can mitigate intimacy challenges associated with vaginal dryness and tenderness.

According to Martha Van Inwegen, Founder of Life Elements, “Women want to feel sexy and healthy. Our natural and pH-balanced Intimacy Oil is specifically hand-crafted to delicately lubricate the anatomy of the female genitals. The feedback from our many euphoric testers indicates that we are on to something, and we are excited to release our new Sensual Intimacy Oil as a sensational game-changer.”

Retailing at $48 Life Elements Sensual Intimacy Oil can be purchased online @

https://lifeelements.com/products/sensual-intimacy-oil

Life Elements Intimacy Oil has undergone extensive product testing and has been tested by reputable, third-party labs to prove CBD potency. Please note It is not to be used with latex.

About Life Elements

Established in 2006, Life Elements has professionally curated, formulated, and manufactured an award-winning collection of artisan, hand-crafted body, bath, and skin-care solutions that connect us with our overall mission to impact sustainability, community, and humanity. Featured in prominent media outlets including Forbes, Newsweek, Marie Claire, Refinery 29, Well + Good, and Men’s Health, Life Elements has a distinguished reputation for delivering the cleanest and most efficacious nature-based ingredients, sourced ethically and sustainably, to promote overall health and wellness. Inspired by the heritage and traditions of ancient alchemists and medicinal healers, Life Elements was founded in Atascadero, California, and is a minority and woman-owned business, homegrown in the United States. Life Elements is also a founding member of Farmstead Ed and the SLO County Farm Trail, a group of like-minded agricultural partners that promote responsible consumption and purposed conservation. In October of 2022, Life Elements obtained a Cosmetic Manufacturing / Industrial Hemp Registration (#117456) under California Department of Public Health, Food and Drug Branch (FDB), AB45 rules and regulations. www.lifeelements.com

Media Contact

Michelle Roe, Life Elements, 1 7604641628, [email protected], www.lifeelements.com

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New Video Smart Lock Delivers 3-in 1 Home Protection and High-quality 2K Video Imaging


Clear Imaging Day or Night with Instant Notifications

The E330’s 2K camera produces crystal clear images when anyone approaches or leaves the user’s entryway. The device delivers enhanced night vision capabilities by combining the 2K resolution with the F 1.6 aperture lens. In addition, the Video Smart Lock is designed with human detection capabilities that send rapid notifications to the homeowner when movement is captured near the device.

Long-lasting Battery & Weatherproof Durability

The E330’s 10,000 mAh rechargeable battery provides enough power for up to three months of service on a single charge, eliminating the need for users to stock up on standard batteries that can contribute to e-waste. The Video Smart Lock is crafted with a durable design (IP53 rating) that is resistant to dust and can withstand temperatures ranging from -22F (-30C) to 158F (70C).

Seamless Control Options

Users have five easy ways to unlock the E330. Homeowners can lock or unlock their doors through fingerprint recognition, use the eufy Security app, voice access with Alexa or Google Voice Assistant, type the access code into the keypad or use a physical key.

Pricing and Availability

The Video Smart Lock E330 is available starting today on eufy.com and Amazon.com for $279.

About eufy

With a unique focus on privacy protection, eufy offers a home security ecosystem that focuses on smart technologies, artificial intelligence, and unmatched battery life. eufy Security keeps data safe by storing it locally under encryption accessible only by the user. Find more information at eufy.com.

About Anker Innovations

Anker Innovations is a global leader in charging technology and a developer of unique, consumer electronic products that support premium audio, mobile entertainment, smart home and home energy storage. This innovation is being led by its seven key brands: Anker, AnkerWork, AnkerMake, eufy, Nebula, Solix and soundcore. More information on Anker Innovations and its various brands can be found at anker.com.

PR Contact

[email protected]

Media Contact

Brett White, Anker Innovations LLC, 1 8173208266, [email protected], www.eufy.com

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Cardiologists Dr. Carlos Ince and Dr. Kate Elfrey of The Heart Center at Mercy are Featured Guests for the November 2023 edition of “Medoscopy”


Cardiologists Dr. Carlos Ince and Dr. M. Kate Elfrey of The Heart Center at Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore, Maryland, appear on the hospital’s monthly talk program, “Medoscopy,” Nov. 15 & 16th at 5:30 p.m. EST on Facebook Watch.

BALTIMORE, Nov. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Carlos Ince, M.D., FACC, board certified in Adult Cardiovascular Disease, and M. Kate Elfrey, D.O., board certified by the American Osteopathic Board in Cardiology and Internal Medicine, are the featured guests on Mercy Medical Center’s monthly talk show, “Medoscopy,” airing Wednesday and Thursday, Nov. 15th and 16th at 5:30 p.m. EST (http://www.facebook.com/MercyMedicalCenter).

Both Drs. Ince and Elfrey see patients at The Heart Center at Mercy, which specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of heart disease including coronary artery disease (CAD), heart attack and high blood pressure.

A 30-minute pre-taped program exploring the background and lives of Mercy clinicians, patients and others, Medoscopy was launched in spring 2021 and airs in two 15-minute segments. To view past episodes, visit the Medoscopy playlist on the Mercy Medical Center YOUTUBE channel.

Dr. Ince explained his work with the Association of Black Cardiologists and efforts to address the ongoing issue of racial disparity in medicine. Dr. Elfrey noted how medicine for her is a family affairs, as her father, Stephen J. Plantholt, M.D., FACC, is not only a cardiologist as well, but is her colleague at The Heart Center at Mercy. 

Medoscopy is filmed on the campus of Mercy Medical Center in downtown Baltimore with video, sound, and lighting by Zinnia Film.

Founded in 1874 by the Sisters of Mercy, Mercy Medical Center is located in downtown Baltimore City, about six blocks from Baltimore’s famed Inner Harbor. A university-affiliated teaching facility, Mercy is a Catholic hospital with a national reputation for women’s health care, orthopedics, and other specialties. Mercy is home to the renowned Weinberg Center for Women’s Health & Medicine, and the $400+ million Mary Catherine Bunting Center. For more information, visit http://www.mdmercy.com, and MDMercyMedia on Facebook and Twitter, or call 1-800-M.D.-Mercy.

Media Contact

Dan Collins, Mercy Medical Center, 4103329714, [email protected], www.mdmercy.com

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