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Science: Biology

Tapcheck Wins Multiple Prestigious Awards Including CB Insights’ Fintech 100 and LinkedIn’s 2023 Top 50 Startups List

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Tapcheck’s financial wellness platform provides a range of benefits. Through the platform, employees can access earned wages in real-time – also known as Earned Wage Access (EWA) – in addition to content designed to help improve financial literacy, and the Tapcheck Mastercard.

Ron and Kayling Gaver founded Tapcheck, after experiencing first-hand the positive that impact financial wellness programs had on a prior business and its employees. Tapcheck was selected from a pool of over 19,000 private companies, including applicants and nominees, for the CB Insights’ Fintech 100 Award.

“Representing 24 different countries across the globe, this year’s Fintech 100 is shaping the future of real-time payments, spend management automation, embedded finance, and more,” said Chris Bendtsen, Lead Fintech Analyst, CB Insights. Together, they are not only increasing the pace of innovation, but launching new products and features to revolutionize the industry as a whole. I cannot wait to see what this cohort accomplishes next.”

Tapcheck was also recognized in LinkedIn’s 7th Annual Top 50 Startups List. The company won this award because their technology and innovation have trailblazed through recent economic and workplace challenges. Award winners were judged based several criteria, including employee growth; jobseeker interest; member engagement; and talent relationships with the flagship LinkedIn Top Companies list.

To accomplish all of this under four years, and win these prestigious awards, we had to focus consistently and relentlessly on our mission, while changing the trajectory, and the future, of the payments space,” said Gaver. “Our technology has been a long time coming, and we continue to strive to increase our reach and the critical impact we make in the lives of our users every day.

ABOUT TAPCHECK
Tapcheck is an award-winning financial wellness company that offers a suite of benefits for employees, including the market’s highest precision on-demand pay product, also known as Earned Wage Access (EWA). Available at no cost to employers, Tapcheck enables employees to safely access a portion of their paycheck, for completed shifts, ahead of the next payday. Tapcheck integrates with 230+ payroll and time and labor management systems to seamlessly enable its EWA solution. Employers who incorporate on-demand pay into their employee benefits packages find it to be a cost-effective way to distinguish their company from competitors, reduce turnover rates, and provide the financial flexibility that employees want. Tapcheck is proud to work with numerous midmarket and Fortune 100 companies including McDonald’s, Taco Bell, Burger King, and a host of others. For more information, visit https://www.tapcheck.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook.

Media Contact

Alex Gostomelsky, Tapcheck, 424-248-7574, [email protected], www.tapcheck.com

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Society: Social Services

Operation Homefront Relieves Holiday Financial Stress for Military Families through Nationwide Toy Drive with Dollar Tree

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“Our partnership with Operation Homefront is one of the many ways that our company champions our values of service and belonging.” said Jason Nordin, SVP, Chief of Stores, Dollar Tree. “By supporting the Holiday Toy Drive, Dollar Tree serves as a resource for providing toys to kids across the country – and it’s through our customers’ generosity that we’re able to ensure military families are cared for during the holiday season.”

“The holidays can be a very stressful time for many American families, but particularly so for our nation’s military families, many who may be far from loved ones and struggling to make ends meet,” said retired Brig. Gen. John I. Pray Jr., President & CEO of Operation Homefront. “The entire Operation Homefront family is extremely grateful that, for 17 consecutive years, our amazing Dollar Tree partners and their caring customers continue to express their gratitude through our annual Holiday Toy Drive program with the sole goal of helping this very special and deserving group of our fellow citizens in their time of need.”

Visit OperationHomefront.org/HolidayToys for more information about how to volunteer, sponsor, and donate toys or to register to receive toys at a distribution event.

About Operation Homefront: Operation Homefront is a national nonprofit organization whose mission is to build strong, stable, and secure military families so that they can thrive – not simply struggle to get by – in the communities they have worked so hard to protect. Recognized for superior performance by leading independent charity oversight groups, 85 percent of Operation Homefront expenditures go directly to programs that support tens of thousands of military families each year. Operation Homefront provides critical financial assistance, transitional and permanent housing, and family support services to prevent short-term needs from turning into chronic, long-term struggles. Thanks to the generosity of our donors and the support from thousands of volunteers, Operation Homefront proudly serves America’s military families. For more information, visit OperationHomefront.org.

About Dollar Tree: Dollar Tree, a Fortune 200 Company, operated 16,476 stores across 48 states and five Canadian provinces as of July 29, 2023. Stores operate under the brands of Dollar Tree, Family Dollar, and Dollar Tree Canada. To learn more about the Company, visit http://www.DollarTree.com.

Media Contact

Erin Burgy, Operation Homefront, (469) 934-7131, [email protected], https://operationhomefront.org/

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Society: Disabled Issues / Disabilities

Women In Trucking Association Names 2023 Top Companies for Women to Work For in Transportation

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“Companies named to this prestigious list must demonstrate corporate attributes that are essential to any successful enterprise committed to gender diversity as part of their corporate strategy,” said Everett. “Qualifying companies to this list entails a two-step process. First, nominations by companies are carefully reviewed to ensure they meet a minimum threshold of qualifications. Then the final ballot of companies is voted on by individuals in the industry. This is the sixth year of this prestigious recognition program and it garnered a record number of more than 27,000 votes to identify and validate the final companies named to the list.”

The list is comprised of a diverse range of business sectors in the commercial freight transportation marketplace, including motor carriers, third-party logistics companies, and original equipment manufacturers. These companies will be recognized at the upcoming WIT Accelerate! Conference & Expo Nov. 5-8 in Dallas, Texas. Navistar is the sponsor of this year’s program.

Companies named to the 2023 “Top Companies for Women to Work For in Transportation” list are:

ADM Trucking
AFS Logistics
America’s Service Line
Ancora Education
ArcBest
Armstrong Transport Group
Arrive Logistics
Artur Express
Autumn Transport
Averitt
Bennett Family of Companies
Big M Transportation
Bob’s Discount Furniture
Boyle Transportation
Bridgestone Americas
Cardinal Logistics Management Corp.
Cargomatic
CarMax
Carter Express
Centerline Drivers
Clean Harbors
Covenant Logistics
Crowley
Cummins
Daimler Truck North America
Day & Ross
Dot Transportation
Dynacraft, a PACCAR Company
EASE Logistics
Echo Global Logistics
Epes Transport System
Estes Express Lines
Evans Network of Companies
Forward Air
Frito-Lay
Garner Trucking
GFL Environmental
Giltner Logistics
GLT Logistics
Grammer Logistics
Great Dane
Halvor Lines
Highway Transport
Hubtek
ISAAC Instruments
J.J. Keller & Associates
J.B. Hunt Transport
JX Enterprises
Kenworth Truck Co.
Kirsch Transportation Services
Knichel Logistics
Koch Companies
Landstar System
Leonard’s Express
LGT Transport
Marathon Petroleum Co.
Matheson
May Trucking Co.
Mercer Transportation Co.
Navistar
New West Truck Centres
Odyssey Logistics
Old Dominion Freight Line
ORBCOMM
Orica
Ovie Logistics Express
PACCAR
PACCAR Leasing Co.
PACCAR Parts
Palmer Trucks
Penske Transportation Solutions
Peterbilt Motors Co.
PGT Trucking
Pilot Company
Procede Software
Proficient Auto Transport
Quality Carriers
ReedTMS Logistics
Rihm Family Companies
Roehl Transport
RXO
Ryder System
S-2international
Saia LTL Freight
Savage
Schneider
Southwest International Trucks
Standard Logistics
Stericycle
Sunset Transportation
Sworkz
SWTO
The Erb Group of Companies
TRAC Intermodal
TRAFFIX
Transflo
TransForce
TransLand
Tri-National
Trimac Transportation
Trinity Logistics
Tucker Freight Lines
UPS
USAL
Valoroo
Venture Logistics
Volvo Group North America
Werner Enterprises
Wilson Logistics
WM
XPO
Zonar

About Women In Trucking Association, Inc.

Women In Trucking Association, Inc. is a nonprofit association established to encourage the employment of women in the trucking industry, promote their accomplishments and minimize obstacles faced by women working in the trucking industry. Membership is not limited to women, as 17 percent of its members are men who support the mission. Women In Trucking is supported by its members and the generosity of Gold Level Partners: Arrow Truck Sales, Bridgestone Americas, Daimler Truck North America, FedEx Freight, Great Dane, J.B. Hunt Transport, Michelin North America, Navistar International, Inc., PACCAR, Penske Transportation Solutions, Ryder System, Walmart, and WM. Follow WIT on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. For more information, visit http://www.womenintrucking.org or call 888-464-9482.

Media Contact

Courtney Bloom, Women In Trucking Association, 4057608464, [email protected], www.womenintrucking.org

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Health

American Health Staffing Group Completes Acquisition of PediaStaff, Expanding Specialized Healthcare Staffing Services into K-12 School Setting

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“This acquisition represents a pivotal step forward in our growth strategy. We are excited to join forces with PediaStaff and enhance our ability to meet the evolving demands of specialized healthcare,” said Mark Smith, CEO of AHSG.

Clients of both AHSG and PediaStaff can expect improved and expanded services, streamlined processes, and a wide range of tailored solutions. The acquisition will provide clients access to a larger pool of skilled healthcare professionals and educators, resulting in more efficient matching processes and better outcomes for patients and students. In addition, healthcare professionals that work with PediaStaff will experience a wider variety of open positions nationwide, comprehensive benefits, loyalty programs, and much more.

“We are delighted to become a part of the AHSG family,” said Keith Adams, Director of Recruitment of PediaStaff. “Together, we will have a greater impact on pediatric therapy and educational staffing, ensuring that children receive the best possible care and support.”

The acquisition of PediaStaff by AHSG was completed on Oct. 27. Terms of the acquisition will not be disclosed.

About American Health Staffing Group: AHSG is a technology-driven, fully diversified healthcare staffing platform, serving thousands of endpoints across health systems, hospitals, and outpatient clinics in all 50 states. Headquartered in Edmond, Oklahoma and with additional offices in Michigan and Texas, AHSG’s six divisions span across high growth and resilient segments of healthcare staffing including technology, nursing, allied health, interim leadership, dialysis, and non-clinical. AHSG is a portfolio company of Littlejohn & Co., LLC.

About PediaStaff: PediaStaff is a renowned provider of pediatric therapy and educational staffing services, known for its commitment to excellence and personalized approach to serving children’s unique needs.

Media Contact

Cade Webb, American Health Staffing Group, 1 4056972099, [email protected], theahsg.com 

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Science: Biology

Ignite Visibility Announces Recognition in Digital Marketing and Growth

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This entry showcases the agency’s ability to enhance revenue for its clients through an intricate dance of managing various local advertising campaigns and creating a unified customer journey, ultimately leading to a 40% increase in quarterly revenue.

John Lincoln, CEO of Ignite Visibility, expressed his gratitude for the awards and recognition, stating, “We are honored to be placed on the Fastest Growing Company list by SDBJ once again, and being named a finalist in the Landy Awards is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team. Our team has never done better work for local SEO and local paid media in the digital marketing space. We have new strategies and case studies to propel our client’s results even further in 2024.”

Ignite Visibility’s dedication to innovation, results-driven marketing strategies, and its unwavering commitment to client success continues to set the agency apart in the digital marketing world. The agency looks forward to continuing its mission of providing top-tier digital marketing services to clients around the globe.

For more information about Ignite Visibility, please visit https://ignitevisibility.com/

About Ignite Visibility:

Ignite Visibility is a premier digital marketing agency based in San Diego, CA, specializing in search engine optimization (SEO), paid media, social media marketing, email marketing, and more. The agency’s team of experts helps businesses achieve their goals through innovative and data-driven digital marketing strategies. With a commitment to excellence, Ignite Visibility has earned a reputation as a leader in the industry.

Media Contact

Ignite Visibility, 1 6197521955, [email protected], https://ignitevisibility.com/

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Society: Disabled Issues / Disabilities

Assistance for American Indian and Alaska Native Producers to Apply for USDA Discrimination Financial Assistance Program

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IAC is encouraging all Native producers to apply who believe they experienced discrimination by USDA-FSA loan programs before January 1, 2021. To facilitate the application process, USDA is offering multiple submission methods, including digital applications through an online portal, or traditional hardcopy submissions via mail or hand-delivery to regional processing centers, however, producers are strongly encouraged to use the online portal, when possible, to ensure a smooth and error-free submission process.

Due to the time-consuming nature of submitting an application, IAC is offering in-person events and virtual informational sessions for Native producers nationwide. “Applying for financial assistance is not just about securing support,” said Kari Jo Lawrence, IAC’s Chief Executive Officer. “It’s about empowering Native producers and ensuring they are recognized for their contributions in agriculture.”

IAC will host a virtual information session on Tuesday October 31, 2023, at 3:00 pm CST. For more information about upcoming events and how to submit a DFAP application visit https://bit.ly/USDA-DFAP.

The Intertribal Agriculture Council is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established in 1987 to pursue and promote the conservation, development, and use of land-based agricultural resources vital to the economic and social well-being of American Indian/Alaska Native peoples. To learn more about IAC, visit indianag.org.

Media Contact

Barbara soule, Intertribal Agriculture Council, 1 (406) 259-3525, [email protected], https://www.indianag.org/

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Home and Family: Marriage / Relationships

Windsor Group LLC Secures Spot on the Prestigious Inc. 5000 for Third Consecutive Year

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In addition to this national recognition, Windsor has achieved impressive rankings within Maryland, standing as the 5th fastest-growing company overall and the 5th in the Government Services sector. Furthermore, in Bethesda, Windsor proudly holds the 17th position.

Windsor Group’s Founder and CEO, Diedre Windsor, expresses immense pride in receiving this distinction for the third consecutive year. She emphasized, “I attribute the company’s growth and success to our team’s unwavering commitment to the mission, clients, and the company itself. Our ongoing goal is to consistently surpass expectations, and this remarkable achievement owes a great deal to the extraordinary clients who have placed their trust in us for their business needs.”

The Inc. 5000 class of 2023 represents companies that have achieved rapid revenue growth while navigating challenges such as inflationary pressure, rising capital costs, and hiring difficulties. Among this year’s top 500 companies, the average median three-year revenue growth rate has surged to an astonishing 2,238 percent. In total, these Inc. 5000 companies have added 1,187,266 jobs to the economy over the past three years.

Inc. editor-in-chief Scott Omelianuk notes, “Running a business has only become more challenging since the end of the pandemic. Making it to the Inc. 5000 list, with the fast growth it requires, is a true accomplishment. Inc. is delighted to recognize the companies shaping our future.”

About Windsor Group LLC:

Windsor Group LLC is a Maryland-based, woman-owned, minority-owned, and service-disabled veteran-owned small business that provides professional services and business solutions to federal government and commercial entities. Their services encompass Staff Augmentation, Project and Program Management, IT Support, and Training and Development. Windsor Group participates in the SBA 8(a) Business Development program and holds a GSA Multiple Award Schedules (MAS) contract.

For more information about the Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala, please visit http://conference.inc.com/.

Media Contact

Marietta Percy, Windsor Group LLC, 1 (240) 600-0149, [email protected], www.windsorgroup-llc.com

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