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Seth Blumenthal, Executive Search Leader, Joins Focus Search Partners as Managing Director for Enterprise Technology Practice

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“Seth’s track record of success, diverse experience and knowledge across business funding, organizational design, regulatory frameworks and executive search make him an incredible expert in the market,” said Adam Charlson, managing partner of Focus Search Partners. “Our clients will benefit tremendously from his insights and our firm is gaining an exceptional resource to solution for the needs of the venture capital community. We are thrilled to have him join our team.”

Prior to Focus Search Partners, Seth was a partner at a prominent executive search firm and global talent management platform, specializing in CEO and board appointments. For over four years, he played a pivotal role in establishing and expanding both the early stage and deep tech practices, collaborating with businesses and investors across the United States, Europe, the Middle East and Australia. He also served as General Counsel & Vice President of Business Development for an education-focused for-profit entity. In this capacity, he contributed significantly to the organization’s strategic growth.

Earlier in his career, Seth practiced law at two reputable firms, focusing on M&A and corporate governance advisory within the technology, financial services and healthcare sectors. Notably, he also served as an Assistant District Attorney in the Major Economic Crimes Bureau at the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office.

“Seth understands the needs of high-growth businesses during the various stages of their lifecycles,” said Founder and Managing Partner of Focus Search Partners, Paul Frankenberg. “His holistic approach will create the on-brand experience for our stakeholders—both clients and candidates—that we are invested in creating across our business. Enterprise technology and deep tech is and will continue to be a focal point for our practice, and we are thrilled to add talented individuals like Seth to our growing team.”

About Focus Search Partners

Focus Search Partners is an award-winning retained executive and interim search solutions firm specializing in the executive recruitment and board development for evolving and established businesses, both public and privately held. We build teams that grow companies. Learn more at focussearchpartners.com.

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Brittney Kowalski, Focus Search Partners, 1 603-504-2024, [email protected], https://focussearchpartners.com/

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Understanding Your Organization’s eProcurement Needs, Challenges & Opportunities

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Unimarket to Host Webinar: Understanding Your Organization’s eProcurement Needs, Challenges & Opportunities Webinar Features eProcurement Experts from Marshall University and Huron Consulting Group

AUCKLAND, New Zealand, Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Unimarket, a leading provider of eProcurement solutions, is pleased to announce it will host a live webinar – Understanding Your Organization’s eProcurement Needs, Challenges & Opportunities – on October 23, 2023, at 2:00 PM ET.

Unimarket’s live webinar event will explore crucial questions and provide valuable insights into the world of eProcurement.

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, eProcurement has become vital for organizations looking to streamline their purchasing processes, increase efficiency, and drive cost savings.

Unimarket has assembled a panel of industry experts to share their insights and knowledge and to assist organizations in making informed decisions about their eProcurement journey.

The webinar will explore key topics, including:

  1. Identifying Pain Points: What are your organization’s pain points in its procurement process, and how can eProcurement address these challenges?
  2. Setting Goals: Defining your organization’s goals and expectations for eProcurement and aligning them with your long-term strategy.
  3. Gauging Readiness: Assessing your organization’s readiness to adopt eProcurement, considering factors like culture, technology, and change management.
  4. Support Requirements: Determining the level of support your organization needs for a successful eProcurement implementation.

During this enlightening session, attendees will delve into crucial considerations before digitalizing their procure-to-pay business processes. These areas include the seamless integration of eProcurement solutions with existing ERP and other systems, a deep understanding of the provider’s approach to customer service and ongoing support, comprehensive insights into the implementation process, and what to expect during this transformative stage.

“In today’s dynamic procurement landscape, understanding your organization’s unique eProcurement needs is paramount, said Julie Wetzel, Solution Consultant, Unimarket. “Our webinar aims to empower organizations with the knowledge they need to make confident decisions and unlock the full potential of eProcurement.”

Featured speakers at the webinar include:

  • Michelle Wheeler, Director of Purchasing, Marshall University: An industry veteran with over 20 years of experience, Michelle is an expert in procurement best practices, diversity in supply, and subcontractor management.
  • Snow Cheng Rutkowske, Higher Education Consulting Senior Director, Huron Consulting Group: Snow specializes in strategic sourcing and procurement solutions, offering extensive experience in project management and sourcing strategy development.
  • Julie Wetzel, Solution Consultant, Unimarket: Julie brings a wealth of knowledge in higher education and procurement, previously serving as the Assistant Director of Procurement and Payment Services at Duquesne University. Her experience as a former Unimarket customer adds a unique perspective to her insights.

Take advantage of this outstanding opportunity to learn more about eProcurement from industry experts.

Register now to secure your spot for the live webinar on October 23, 2023, at 2:00 PM ET. Join and explore the world of eProcurement, discover your organization’s potential, and set the course for a more efficient future.

For registration and additional details, please visit the Zoom link here.
For those unable to attend the live event, an on-demand version of the webinar will be available.

About Unimarket
Unimarket makes procurement simple with an easy-to-use cloud-based solution that connects an extensive catalog-driven supplier marketplace with purchasing, invoice management, and card payment functions—all in one integrated platform. Founded in 2005, Unimarket is trusted by organizations from a diverse range of industries, including higher education, healthcare, government, research, and financial services. For more information, visit unimarket.com or follow us on Twitter @Unimarket, LinkedIn at linkedin.com/company/unimarket, or Facebook at @UnimarketProcurement.

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Fit Bodies Takes Center Stage at Dubai Active 2023

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Fit Bodies proudly collaborates with esteemed hotel brands such as Marriott, World of Hyatt, Hilton, Club Med, and others to craft tailored wellness programs that captivate guests and ensure their active engagement throughout their stay.

Visitors to the Dubai Active Exhibition are invited to explore the Fit Bodies booth and have an exclusive encounter with Founder Suzelle Snowden herself, who will unveil the brand’s visionary offerings. During the event, Snowden will grace the stage with a captivating keynote speech, sharing her invaluable insights into the future of wellness travel.

Suzelle Snowden expressed her enthusiasm, stating, “We are thrilled to connect with both our longstanding global partners and new enthusiasts at this prestigious event. Fit Bodies has fundamentally revolutionized the way luxury resorts approach fitness offerings for their guests. I eagerly anticipate sharing our wisdom and demonstrating firsthand how we can elevate any property’s amenities.”

Fit Bodies stands ready to meet the diverse fitness needs of any resort, be it daily group classes, personalized training sessions, or bespoke wellness retreats. Attendees of the Dubai Active Exhibition are poised to embark on an exciting journey of discovery, delving into how this visionary brand can transform their fitness programming and take their wellness experiences to unparalleled heights.

To embark on your journey with Fit Bodies and uncover more about their participation at the Dubai Active Exhibition, please visit: www.fitbodiesinc.com

About Fit Bodies:

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Fit Bodies reigns as the foremost global provider of fitness and wellness encounters for hotels, resorts, and other esteemed hospitality providers. Established in 1992 by the trailblazing entrepreneur Suzelle Snowden, the brand offers certified fitness instructors at zero cost to properties, along with expertly curated gym and sports equipment, and bespoke wellness programming. Fit Bodies has forged partnerships with leading hotel brands worldwide, including World of Hyatt, Hilton, Club Med, and Marriott properties. The brand is the pioneering leader of luxury wellness travel, ensuring that guests remain active and healthy during their stays.

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The founder of Stark Drones spoke at Maker Faire Bay Area 2023 on Making the World More Connected

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The founder of Stark Drones talked about making the world a more connected place during Maker Faire Bay Area 2023

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The founder of Stark Drones gave a talk on making the world more connected during Maker Faire 2023 – Bay Area. This was his first global Maker Faire to speak at and previously he has spoken at Maker Faire Detroit in 2017, 2018, and 2019. He gave this talk on October 14th and on the 15th as well. Stark Drones is in the business of working on cubesats and internet balloons, amongst other technologies, and their goal is to provide internet at a much more cost-effective rate. They do this through the usage of aerostat balloons as well, which are these balloons made of a special material that can hold helium and/or hydrogen for long periods of time. They’ve previously done an internet balloon test launch in Harbor Beach, Michigan just last year.

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Sucheta Kamath, Founder, ExQ®, a research-based Executive Function curriculum, is invited speaker for the Georgia School Superintendents Association Bootstrap Conference

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  • Dale Alexander, Author, The Talk – Financial Literacy
  • Will Schofield, Hall County Schools Superintendent, One District’s Efforts to Promote Emotional and Mental Health
  • Sucheta Kamath, Executive Function Specialist, Speech-language Pathologist, TEDx Speaker, CEO & Founder, ExQ, Teaching Executive Function: Catalyst for Delivering the Power and Promise of 21st Century Learning

More than 183 superintendents, 400 cabinet level administrators and Associate members (representing RESA’s, colleges and universities throughout Georgia) who are active members of GSSA will attend to learn from presentations that address the current research about how our Executive Function and social emotional regulation skills impact our ability to learn.

“Educational leaders are recognizing the need for a multi-faceted approach when addressing connections between adverse childhood experiences, academic achievement, mental health and long-term well-being. Research has shown that childhood stress and trauma may compromise the development of Executive Function and associated self-regulation skills. It is precisely the limitations in these specific skills that are associated with poor academic outcomes, dropping literacy and math competencies, low graduation rates, mental health problems, unemployment, behavioral issues, and even incarcerations,” shared Sucheta Kamath, Founder and CEO, ExQ.

“Fortunately, there is strong evidence showing that explicitly teaching students Executive Function skills reduces the lifelong consequences of mental health illness and improves learning capacity. We can teach students these much needed skills such as focus and strategies for effectively controlling their behaviors, to improve outcomes and wellness. Strengthening our students’ Executive Function skills is proactive and preventative. It should be viewed as a critical component of the continuum of lifelong learning, literacy, mental healthcare and wellness in our schools, homes, and communities.”

About ExQ®: Rooted in more than 25 years of cognitive neuroscience and Executive Function training expertise, ExQ® is a cloud-based patented system designed to enhance the brain’s Executive Function through personalized game-based training that focuses on teaching students to learn how to learn. Learn more about implementing Executive Function curriculum with ExQ® for School at https://exqinfiniteknowhow.com.

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Creme of Nature Announces 2023-2024 Scholarship Winners and Furthers Commitment to Education with the Thurgood Marshall College Fund

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Creme of Nature, a leading brand in the ethnic haircare industry, demonstrated its continued support to education and empowerment by participating in the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) Annual Leadership Institute and Gala. The…

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DesignRush Releases October Lineup of Top Branding Agencies

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A consistent brand identity can drive 23% higher revenue. DesignRush announced the top branding agencies that help businesses forge a powerful brand identity that lingers in customers’ minds.

MIAMI, Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Ensuring a consistent brand image across all channels can enhance revenue by as much as 23%, according to Lucidpress. However, effective branding extends beyond logo design. It is crucial to partner with a reliable branding agency to foster a robust brand identity.

DesignRush, a B2B marketplace connecting businesses with agencies, selected the best branding agencies that help companies build brand identities that foster customer loyalty and maximize revenue potential.

The top branding agencies in October are:

  1. Axelerant – axelerant.com
    Expertise: Branding, Digital Design, Product Strategy, and more
  2. Vantage Creatives – vantagecreatives.com
    Expertise: Web Design, Print Design, Brand Identity, and more
  3. Puneet Sakhuja – puneet.ae
    Expertise: Branding, Graphic Design, Logo Design, and more
  4. Green Cap Media – greencapmedia.com
    Expertise: Digital Marketing, Branding, Copywriting, and more
  5. Mini Lini Studio – minilinistudio.com
    Expertise: Graphic Design, Print Design, Branding, and more
  6. Perspectiwitty – perspectiwitty.com
    Expertise: Branding, Social Media Marketing, Presentation Deck Design, and more
  7. The Bold Creative – theboldcreative.com
    Expertise: Art Direction, Brand Strategy & Identity, Film Production, and more
  8. Lotna – lotna.eu
    Expertise: Branding, Graphic Design, Logo Design, and more
  9. Groove Brand Experience – groovebrandexperience.com
    Expertise: Marketing Strategy, Branding, Graphic Design, and more
  10. Lighthouse Creative – lghce.com
    Expertise: Web Design, Photography, Branding, and more
  11. Jackie Brown Works – jackiebrown.works
    Expertise: Logo & Identity Design, Branding, Web Design, and more
  12. Studio Ostendo – ostendo.design
    Expertise: Brand Design, Brand Strategy, Photography, and more
  13. THD Lateral – thdlateral.cl
    Expertise: Digital Marketing, Branding, Communication Research, and more
  14. Pavlov – jubileumboeken.nl
    Expertise: Publishing, Content Marketing, Branding, and more
  15. Hot Market Media – hotmarketmedia.com
    Expertise: Digital Marketing, Branding, Social Media Management, and more
  16. OCEANONE Design – oceanonedesign.com
    Expertise: Email Marketing, Web Design, Branding, and more
  17. Palantis – palantis.fr
    Expertise: Brand Strategy, Visual Identity, Web Design, and more
  18. Dialog – dialogwith.us
    Expertise: Video Marketing, Branding Videos, Podcast Management, and more
  19. Blue Cube Marketing Solutions – 1bluecube.com
    Expertise: Public Relations, Communication Strategy, Branding, and more
  20. Base Beauty Creative Agency – basebeauty.com
    Expertise: Logo Design, Graphic Design, Branding, and more
  21. Optimized Webmedia – optimizedwebmedia.com
    Expertise: Branding, Web Design, Video Marketing, and more
  22. Edelleye Digital – edelleye.com
    Expertise: Photography, Branding, Online Advertising, and more
  23. Sugoi – sugoi.solutions
    Expertise: Influencer Marketing, Content Creation, Branding, and more
  24. Upsway Marketing – upswaymarketing.com
    Expertise: Branding, Graphic Design, Social Media Management, and more
  25. GCC Consulting – gccconsultinggroup.com
    Expertise: Logo Design, Branding, Videography, and more
  26. Redideo Studio – redideostudio.com
    Expertise: Influencer Marketing, Video Production, Brand Marketing, and more
  27. You’ll Enjoy – youll.be
    Expertise: Graphic Design, Branding, Web Design, and more
  28. Wilson Wings – wilsonwings.com
    Expertise: Branding, Print Design, Content Creation, and more
  29. MOTIF – wemotif.com
    Expertise: Visual Identity, Influencer Marketing, Branding, and more
  30. XAXs Corps – xaxscorps.com
    Expertise: Corporate Identity, Branding, Social Media Marketing, and more
  31. Highway 61 – highway-61.ch
    Expertise: Branding, Visual Identity, Graphic Design, and more
  32. AMP Talent Group – amptalent.com
    Expertise: Digital Marketing, Branding, Public Relations, and more
  33. ME BRAND – mebranddesign.com
    Expertise: Personal Brand Coaching, Branding, Logo Design, and more
  34. StudioRed – studiored.com
    Expertise: Product Design, Brand Design, Packaging Design, and more
  35. JA Design Studio – jadesignstudio.pt
    Expertise: Graphic Design, Photography, Branding, and more

Brands can explore the top branding agencies by location, size, average hourly rate, and portfolio on DesignRush.

About DesignRush:

DesignRush.com is 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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Rizelle Leano, DesignRush, 8008565417, [email protected], https://www.designrush.com/

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BigID CEO Honored by Goldman Sachs for Entrepreneurship

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BigID’s CEO, Dimitri Sirota, Among the Most Exceptional Entrepreneurs at 2023 Builders and Innovators Summit

NEW YORK, Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Today, Goldman Sachs (NYSE:GS) is recognizing BigID’s CEO, Dimitri Sirota, as one of the Most Exceptional Entrepreneurs of 2023 at its Builders and Innovators Summit in Healdsburg, California.

Goldman Sachs selected Dimitri from multiple industries to be honored at the two-day event. Dimitri Sirota is the CEO and co-founder of BigID: he’s an established serial entrepreneur, investor, mentor and strategist. BigID is a leader in data security, privacy, compliance, and governance: enabling organizations to proactively discover, manage, protect, and get more value from their data in an AI-driven single platform for data visibility and control. Customers turn to leading experts at BigID to reduce their data risk, automate security and privacy controls, achieve compliance, drive innovation, improve customer trust, and understand their data across their entire data landscape – from data centers and across the cloud.

“I am honored to be recognized by Goldman Sachs as one of the Most Exceptional Entrepreneurs of 2023,” said Dimitri Sirota, CEO of BigID. “BigID will continue to lead with innovation and transform how customers manage, protect, and get value from their data.”

“We’re delighted to recognize Dimitri as one of the most exceptional entrepreneurs of 2023,” said David Solomon, Chairman and CEO of Goldman Sachs. “Like everyone in this year’s class, Dimitri has been a visionary in their field, pushing forward innovation and redefining markets. We are excited to harness Goldman’s convening power to bring together these dynamic leaders and hear their insights.”

In addition to honoring the most exceptional entrepreneurs, the Summit consists of general sessions and clinics led by seasoned entrepreneurs, academics and business leaders as well as resident scholars.

About BigID

BigID empowers organizations to know their enterprise data and take action for data-centric security, privacy, compliance and governance. Customers deploy BigID to proactively discover, manage, protect, and get more value from their regulated, sensitive, and personal data across their data landscape. BigID has been recognized for its data intelligence innovation as a CNBC’s 2022 Top 25 Startups for the Enterprise, named to the 2021 Forbes Cloud 100, recognized on the 2023 Inc. 5000 For the 3rd consecutive year, the 2021 and 2022 Deloitte 500, and named as a “Market Leader Data Security Posture Management (DSPM)” in the 2023 Global InfoSec Awards, 2019 World Economic Forum Technology Pioneer, and an RSA Innovation Sandbox winner. Find out more at https://bigid.com.

About Goldman Sachs

Goldman Sachs is a leading global financial institution that delivers a broad range of financial services to a large and diversified client base that includes corporations, financial institutions, governments and individuals. Founded in 1869, the firm is headquartered in New York and maintains offices in all major financial centers around the world.

Press related questions about BigID, please contact [email protected]

Press related questions about the Summit or Goldman Sachs, please contact Sophia Anthony at [email protected].

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Attorney Avana Epperson-Temple Honored with WBA Emerging Women Leaders in the Law Award

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“I am grateful to the WBA for selecting me and deeply honored to receive the Emerging Women Leaders in the Law award. The WBA is an impressive organization working to support women lawyers throughout the Commonwealth, and I’m thrilled to be recognized for my work in support of that mission,” said Epperson-Temple.

Epperson-Temple is a graduate of Northeastern University School of Law (J.D.) and Emory University (B.A.). She is a past recipient of the Get Konnected!’s 25 Most Influential Millennial Leaders of Color award and a Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly Excellence in the Law honoree.

More info can be found at https://www.wbagala.org/.

About Avana Epperson-Temple

Avana Epperson-Temple is a litigation and trial attorney, and she concentrates her practice in the areas of business litigation, professional liability litigation and insurance coverage litigation. She defends businesses, law firms, business owners, employers, attorneys, brokers and other professionals against allegations of malpractice, breach of fiduciary duty and breach of contract. She also represents insurers in coverage disputes and litigation, primarily involving commercial general liability policies and professional liability insurance policies. Epperson-Temple has successfully defended cases through trial and verdict in state court and has successfully argued before the Massachusetts Appeals Court.

In addition to her law practice, Epperson-Temple serves as President-Elect of the Massachusetts Black Lawyers Association (MBLA) and as a member of the Anti-Defamation League’s (ADL) Regional Board for New England. Her additional appointments include serving on the board of Pine Street Inn, New England’s largest homeless services organization; and as a pro bono attorney for the Women’s Bar Foundation’s Family Law Project, representing survivors of domestic violence.

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