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Industry: Healthcare

Smile Brands Inc. Wins Communitas Award for Second Year

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l-r: Smile Brands Inc. Chief Legal Officer Victoria Harvey, CEO Steven C. Bilt and Chief Dental Officer Dr. Robert Crim


IRVINE, Calif (PRWEB)

Smile Brands Inc., one of the largest Dental Support Organizations in the U.S., was recently awarded the 2019 Communitas Award for their Excellence in Skills-Based Community Service. The award honors Smile Brands employees’ commitment to community service and global social responsibility. This is the second year in a row that Smile Brands has been honored with a Communitas Award for Excellence.

Smile Brands partners with the Smiles for Everyone Foundation to give back to local communities through pro-bono dental work. The Smiles for Everyone Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that shares Smile Brands’ mission of delivering Smiles for Everyone®, by providing free dental care to those in need both at home in the U.S. and around the world. Over 1000 Smile Brands team members have volunteered at the Foundation-sponsored events in 2019.

Since 2011, Smile Brands affiliated volunteers have delivered over 26,000 smiles and provided $19 million in donated dentistry both domestically and abroad. The Foundation sponsors Community Smile Projects, including one-day free clinics in Smile Brands affiliated locations and Smile Makeovers, which are full mouth restorations for needy patients. They also sponsor International Smile Projects with outposts in Cambodia, Ghana, Laos, Nicaragua, Paraguay and Thailand. In 2019 the Foundation also launched a new program, called Implanting Inspiration, which provides free dental implants to select individuals in need.

About Smile Brands Inc.

Based in Irvine California, Smile Brands Inc. is one of the largest providers of support services to dental groups in the United States. The culture-driven organization is the #1 ranked multi-location healthcare provider on Glassdoor’s 2019 Best Places to Work list. Smile Brands provides comprehensive business support services through exclusive long-term agreements with affiliate dental groups, so dentists can spend more time caring for their patients and less time on the administrative, marketing, and financial aspects of operating a dental practice. Smile Brands supports 440 Bright Now!® Dental, Monarch Dental®, Castle Dental®, A+ Dental Care, OneSmile Dental, Johnson Family Dental, P3 Dental Group, and DecisionOne Dental Partners offices in 18 states, including Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Ohio, Oregon, Nevada, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington and Wisconsin. Smile Brands is a portfolio company of Gryphon Investors, a leading middle-market private equity firm based in San Francisco, CA. For more information, visit http://www.smilebrands.com.

About the Smiles For Everyone Foundation

The Smiles for Everyone Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with the mission of delivering smiles for everyone by providing free dental care for those in need, both at home in the U.S. and around the world. Since 2011, the Smiles for Everyone Foundation has delivered over 26,000 smiles and $19 million in donated dentistry. The foundation currently supports programs which provide free dental care to those in need in Cambodia, Ghana, Laos, Nicaragua, Paraguay, Thailand, and the United States. For more information or to make a donation, visit http://www.smilesforeveryone.org.

About the Communitas Awards

The Communitas Awards is an international effort to recognize the spirit of communitas- people helping people. Communitas winners unselfishly give of themselves and their resources, and are changing the way they do business to benefit their communities.

Communitas winners are recognized for specific programs involving volunteerism, philanthropy or ethical, sustainable business practices. Some businesses, organizations and individuals are also recognized as Leadership winners because of their excellence in multiple programs. A complete list of winners can be found on the Communitas website at http://www.communitasawards.com.

Contacts:

Smile Brands Inc.

Jody Martin    

PR@smilebrands.com                            

714.427.1299    

Communitas Awards

Ed Dalheim

info@communitasawards.com

214.377.3526

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Business: Executives

Base Announces Third-Party Certification of Its PCI-Compliant End-to-End Encryption Payment Solution, CypherPay™

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“We developed CypherPay™ knowing that it would reduce the tremendous PCI compliance burden faced by merchants and help to avoid consequences like non-compliance fees and the devastating fallout from a data breach,” said Ryan Murphy, Chief Systems Architect at Base Commerce.


PHOENIX (PRWEB)

Base Commerce, LLC (https://www.basecommerce.com/), a technology-driven payment processing company specializing in bankcard and ACH payment processing solutions, has announced the third-party certification of its CypherPay™ E2EE (end-to-end encryption) payment solution. The rigorous assessment confirms that use of the CypherPay™ product results in significant PCI (Payment Card Industry) compliance scope reduction, allowing organizations to more easily meet the stringent data security requirements needed in today’s online payments landscape.

The expert evaluation was conducted by Sysnet Global Solutions (https://sysnetgs.com/), a Dublin-based authority in cyber security and compliance solutions with clients worldwide. Sysnet documented its findings in a whitepaper that is now available on the Base website.

“We developed CypherPay™ knowing that it would reduce the tremendous PCI compliance burden faced by merchants and help to avoid consequences like non-compliance fees and the devastating fallout from a data breach,” said Ryan Murphy, Chief Systems Architect at Base Commerce. “However, having a globally recognized entity like Sysnet confirm through hundreds of hours of testing that the solution does precisely that is extremely gratifying.”

Base’s Data Security Analyst, Zachary Walker, spearheaded the certification initiative, leading a team that provided Sysnet with the system access and information needed to fully vet the CypherPay™ product. Merchants who implement the solution save significant time, effort, and capital each year as it addresses for them the 12 requirements of the payment card industry data security standard (PCI-DSS):

1. Install and maintain a firewall configuration to protect cardholder data.

2. Do not use vendor-supplied defaults for system passwords and other security parameters.

3. Protect stored cardholder data.

4. Encrypt transmission of cardholder data across open, public networks.

5. Protect all systems against malware and regularly update anti-virus software or programs.

6. Develop and maintain secure systems and applications.

7. Restrict access to cardholder data by business need to know.

8. Identify and authenticate access to system components.

9. Restrict physical access to cardholder data.

10. Track and monitor all access to network resources and cardholder data.

11. Regularly test security systems and processes.

12. Maintain a policy that addresses information security for all personnel.

Easily implemented through the company’s Prebuilt SDKs (software development kits), CypherPay™ completely removes sensitive data from a merchant’s environment. In doing so, it not only dramatically reduces the merchant’s PCI compliance burden, it provides the organization with significant insulation from risk.

“Our evaluation covered many areas including validation of the encryption mechanisms from encryption endpoints to the Base CDE decryption environment, cryptographic key management principles alignment with NIST 800-57 and PCI SSC P2PE version 2.0 rev1.1, and implementation of PKI for payload encryption and decryption,” said Jeff Montgomery, SVP – Cyber Risk at Sysnet. “We also reviewed implementation of secure communication channels using TLS 1.2, conducted a forensic investigation of end point systems via FTK and Autopsy to determine the existence of any latent cardholder data or sensitive authentication data post authorization to transactions, and performed transactions for each of the envisaged payment channels, including POS, as per POI list, and e-Commerce-based transactions. CypherPay™ exceeded the required standards in all areas.”

Base serves clients in a wide range of industries, including property management, consumer finance and collections, tolling, parking and transportation, and charitable giving. These organizations leverage the company’s advanced payments technology and services to streamline payment acceptance and provide a more fluid experience for their customers.

“Few, if any, other systems like CypherPay™ have undergone this type of testing and certification, so stakeholders throughout the payments ecosystem – from merchants to service providers to ISVs – can rest easy at night when our solution has been implemented,” added Zachary Walker, Data Security Analyst at Base. “No one, at any level of a merchant’s organization, has access to sensitive customer information at any time, so the risk of data misuse or theft is eliminated. And, compliance can be confirmed annually literally in minutes.”

If you would like to read Sysnet’s report then you can find it on Base’s website (https://www.basecommerce.com/cypherpay-whitepaper.pdf).

ABOUT BASE COMMERCE

Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Tempe, AZ, Base Commerce is a leading provider of advanced payment processing solutions. Stakeholders in many areas of the payments ecosystem rely on the company’s comprehensive suite of technology and service offerings to ensure that payments are processed securely, promptly, efficiently, and cost-effectively.

ABOUT SYSNET GLOBAL SOLUTIONS

Headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, Sysnet is a global cyber security company, currently providing assessment and consulting services across more than 60 countries. Established in 1989, Sysnet has built a reputation for helping clients achieve compliance in a cost-effective manner, adopting a uniquely pragmatic and business focused approach. It offers a range of information security services, including PCI DSS, GDPR, ISO27002, HIPAA, Sarbanes Oxley, POPIA, FedRAMP, SWIFT, and other internationally defined standards. It proudly boasts a wide client base that includes global communication organizations, acquirers, ISOs, international banks, and payment service providers.

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Connecticut Non-profit Expands Program Offering Unique Response to Opioid Crisis

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“Connection is key, it’s the way out of addiction. An individual may not be ready for Recovery when they meet their coach in the ED but if a connection is made then the door is open. An EDRC doesn’t come with a plan for your Recovery, they guide you in developing your own plan that works for you”


HARTFORD, Conn. (PRWEB)

Connecticut-based Non-profit, CCAR, continues to expand its pioneering Emergency Department Recovery Coach program, beginning service at its 20th hospital last week. The program, started about 2 years ago, is the most comprehensive of its kind nationwide and it continues to grow.

Emergency Department Recovery Coaches (EDRCs) are skilled, trained professionals who meet with patients admitted to a hospital Emergency Department as a result of an opioid overdose or other drug or alcohol related crisis. The EDRC role is a unique presence in hospital emergency departments. In the past, people who came to the ED for substance related issues would be seen exclusively by nurses, doctors, counselors, or other sorts of professionals with a medical or clinical background. An EDRC is not a clinician or a therapist, but a peer – a peer in pursuing and maintaining Recovery.

Many of CCAR’s coaches’ are in personal Recovery or have firsthand experience with addiction and Recovery. This lived experience, in addition to the battery of trainings that all CCAR coaches receive, enables the coaches to connect with the people they work with on a deep level.

“Connection is key, it’s the way out of addiction” says CCAR Emergency Department Recovery Coach, TJ Aitken. “An individual may not be ready for Recovery when they meet their coach in the ED but if a connection is made then the door is open. An EDRC doesn’t come with a plan for your Recovery, they guide you in developing your own plan that works for you.”

The program has been successful. In a two year period, CCAR’s Emergency Department Recovery Coach program grew from a small group of coaches serving a handful of hospitals to a 17 person team, operating in 20 hospitals across Connecticut. Between March 2017 and February 2019, CCAR EDRC’s responded to 4,517 calls. 92% of those interactions resulted in assertive linkage to care.

While the Emergency Department Recovery Coach program is an invaluable resource for patients who end up working with a coach, medical professionals also appreciate the benefit of having Recovery Coaches working in the ED.

“We have been witnessing the growing opioid epidemic in Connecticut firsthand and knew early on that tackling this ongoing issue was going to take a team approach and require services that expand beyond medical treatment,” said C. Steven Wolf, M.D., Chairman, Emergency Medicine at St. Francis Hospital in Hartford. “The peer connection the coach makes with the patient is extremely important, especially in the initial contact. The coach can help the patient see that recovery is possible since most, if not all, the coaches have had similar experiences. From their initial meeting with our patients to well beyond their time in our hospital, the recovery coaches provide a service that works symbiotically with the work of our medical care team.”

Connecticut has 38 Emergency Departments state wide. Having initiated service at it’s 20th hospital, program leadership is looking toward the future. “Our vision is to have our EDRCs in every Emergency Department in the state, and beyond” says EDRC Program Manager Jennifer Chadukiewicz. “As a woman in long term recovery, I can say that when we are having an addiction emergency, we go to the Emergency Department! In the past, this has not been the best strategy to get our needs met, and it frustrates the medical professionals who were also ill-equipped to help. Now when a person seeking help in their moment of need shows up at the most logical place for an emergency, we will be there.”

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Science: Biology

R3 Stem Cell Now Offering Complimentary Exosome Procedure at Regenerative Aesthetics Training Course

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Attendees receive a free exosome aesthetics procedure (844) GET-STEM

Deciding which biologics to offer a patient is not straightforward. At our regenerative aesthetics training, attendees get to see how the decision making process occurs with our expert trainers evaluating real patients. Also, each provider gets to have a procedure as well!


LAS VEGAS (PRWEB)

R3 Stem Cell is now offering a complimentary exosome procedure for all attendees for the Regenerative Aesthetics Training Courses. The exosome therapies are part of the hands on training for hair restoration, facial rejuvenation and sexual wellness.

Providers have been raving about the R3 Regenerative Aesthetics Training Course due to the hands on experience providing skills that are immediately useful in practice. Exosomes, stem cells, PRP therapy and PDO Thread Lift procedures are all included. Attendees learn how to use the biologics and threads with real patients, not cadavers or synthetic models.

According to R3 CEO David Greene, MD, MBA, “Deciding which biologics to offer a patient is not straightforward. At our regenerative aesthetics training, attendees get to see how the decision making process occurs with our expert trainers evaluating real patients. Also, each provider gets to have a procedure as well!”

Each attendee receives a certificate of completion, which is suitable for framing and also great for malpractice coverage. The skills learned are immediately applicable for a provider’s practice.

R3 also is offering PDO Thread Lifting procedures at the course. In addition, there is a PDO thread lift certification training course held the day before the aesthetics courses.

For more information and to sign up, visit https://stemcelltrainingcourse.org/aesthetics or call (844) 438-7836.

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Technology: Electronics

Molex Mirror Mezz Connectors, Now at Heilind Electronics, Support Data Speeds up to 56 Gbps

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Molex Mirror Mezz Connectors

Supporting data speeds of up to 56 Gbps per differential pair, hermaphroditic Mirror Mezz connectors lower application costs with stackable mating.


WILMINGTON, Mass. (PRWEB)

Heilind Electronics, a leading global distributor of electronic components and authorized distributor for Molex, is now stocking the Molex Mirror Mezz connector system. Offering data rates of up to 56 Gbps per differential pair, this solution lowers application costs with stackable mating and is ideal for space-constrained servers, networking and telecommunications equipment — especially for companies adopting OCP hardware.

The Molex Mirror Mezz high-speed mezzanine system features a stitched ball grid array (BGA), which reduces lead times and allows for a simplified product matrix. In addition, an intricately designed terminal structure provides numerous mechanical strengths and cutting-edge electrical features to facilitate high data rates.

A key benefit of these self-mating, hermaphroditic Mirror Mezz connectors is that they easily achieve a mated stack height that meets an application’s requirements. This is especially important for engineers facing design-in challenges due to shrinking real estate. Various combinations of the 2.50 and 5.50 mm connectors result in 11.00, 8.00 or 5.00 mm mated stack heights. Offering a 1 A maximum current per contact, the connectors carry a maximum voltage 30 VAC and feature a dielectric withstanding (hipot) voltage of 500 VDC.

Visit Heilind’s website for more information about Molex Mirror Mezz Connectors.

About Heilind

Heilind Electronics, Inc. (http://www.heilind.com) is one of the world’s leading distributors of connectors, relays, sensors, switches, thermal management and circuit protection products, terminal blocks, wire and cable, wiring accessories and insulation and identification products. Founded in 1974, Heilind has locations throughout the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, Singapore, Hong Kong and China. Follow Heilind on Facebook at facebook.com/Heilind and on Twitter at twitter.com/Heilind.

About Molex

Molex brings together innovation and technology to deliver electronic solutions to customers worldwide. With a presence in more than 40 countries, Molex offers a full suite of solutions and services for many markets, including data communications, consumer electronics, industrial, automotive, commercial vehicle and medical.

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Industry: Healthcare

Everyone’s Invited to Surf with Santa on Cocoa Beach this Christmas Eve

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NPI/Florida’s Space Coast Office of Tourism

“This is a festive, fun in the sun family event. Whether you’re big into surfing or just looking to make more unforgettable holiday memories, Surfing Santas should be at the top of your holiday bucket list.”


COCOA BEACH, Fla. (PRWEB)

Cocoa Beach is preparing to host its 10th annual “Surfing Santas” event, an all-comers extravaganza that has become one of the world’s most-dazzling Santa-themed gatherings.

What began as a simple family beach day a decade ago has grown into the nation’s most beloved – and slightly zany – holiday tradition. Now, ten years in, there’s no better place for Santa to loosen up as he gets ready for his one annual workday than the surfing capital of the East Coast.

Last year, with a massive beachside crowd of more than 10,000 cheering them on, nearly 600 surfers took to the Atlantic all decked out in their best St. Nick outfits. This Christmas Eve morning, the infamous group of Surfing Santas are ready to hit the beach again with hopes of breaking their own record for the number of Santa Clauses simultaneously riding the waves.

“Surfing Santas is truly a sight to behold,” said event organizer George Trosset, who got the craze rolling somewhat innocently on Dec. 24, 2009, when a news photographer captured him wearing a Santa getup while surfing with his family. “Watching this explode into one of the largest and most-talked about holiday events has been nothing short of phenomenal.”

There are no skill or age requirements to participate as a Surfing Santa and the event is free. Just don your most-festive holiday garb and grab a board. Spectators are invited to dress up as well – cash prizes are in store for the best themed costumes, and one “people’s choice” grand prize winner in the costume contest will take home a Surfing Santas surfboard.

“This is a festive, fun in the sun family event. Whether you’re big into surfing or just looking to make more unforgettable holiday memories, Surfing Santas should be at the top of your holiday bucket list,” said Peter Cranis, the executive director of Florida’s Space Coast Office of Tourism. “For our guests from out of town, it’s a great opportunity to get into the holiday spirit while soaking up our Florida sunshine and unbeatable, laid-back Space Coast vibe.”

Since 2013, Surfing Santas has raised more than $130,000 for charity, through donations and sales of official Surfing Santas T-shirts. All proceeds benefit the work of two local organizations: the Grind for Life cancer support group and the 20-year-old Florida Surf Museum.

For more information about Surfing Santas and where to stay along the Space Coast, visit http://www.visitspacecoast.com. The Dec. 24 event will begin at 8 a.m. along the beach near 2 Minutemen Causeway (where the causeway intersects with Route A1A N. Atlantic Avenue) and is expected to continue until noon. Plenty of parking is available and numerous area restaurants will be open to serve Surfing Santa participants and spectators.

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Business: Insurance

Financial Services Association Adds New Member Benefit

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We welcome RightCapital to our growing list of Association benefits. Their services are well grounded by the experience of their founders and a dedicated, knowledgeable support team…Randy Kriner, IARFC Strategic Alliance Committee Team Member.


MIDDLETOWN, Ohio (PRWEB)

After 15 years working with financial consultants on investment, insurance and annuity products, RightCapital co-founder Shuang Chen quit his job as Vice President at Prudential Financial and started RightCapital along with his younger brother Song Chen, a technology guru in the financial service industry. Their goal was to create a solution that uses complex and robust models to solve clients’ problems but present the results in a simple and intuitive way.

After three years of thinking, designing, and building, RightCapital launched their innovative financial planning and tax-aware solution in September 2015. A raft of favorable reviews from industry experts and financial trade publications came flowing in. Today, the much-expanded RightCapital team continues to evolve their product, listening to its users and working to perfect the solution. Their mantra – “We make financial planning simply sophisticated.”

RightCapital innovative features positively impact the consultant’s business by helping clients in the following areas:

  • Retirement, Education, Insurance: Powerful, interactive projection tools to prepare clients for retirement and plan for different contingencies.

  • Social Security and Medicare: Helps clients maximize their Social Security benefits and understand the impact of decisions about Medicare.

  • Digital Onboarding: Allows consultants to interface with onboard clients quickly, including the ability for clients to enter their own data.

  • Tax Efficient Distribution: Shows clients how they can save money using tax efficient strategies for distributing their assets such as Roth conversions.

  • Budgeting and Debt: Provides clients tools to manage their spending and illustrate options for paying down debt including student loans.

  • Account Aggregation: Links clients’ bank accounts, credit cards, and externally-held investment accounts so they have a full financial picture.


“We welcome RightCapital to our growing list of Association benefits,” remarked Randy Kriner, Strategic Alliance Committee Team Member. “Their services are well grounded by the experience of their founders and a dedicated, knowledgeable support team.”

To have access to this new benefit and all the others the Association offers, go to http://www.iarfc.org for more information on the qualifications for membership.

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Business: Executives

Kelly Noonan Joins Orchid Medical as Vice President of Business Development

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ORLANDO, Fla. (PRWEB)

Orchid Medical (Orchid), one of the leading providers of ancillary medical management solutions in the workers’ compensation industry, announces the expansion of its sales leadership team with the addition of Kelly Noonan as vice president of business development. An industry leader in business-to-business sales and product management, she will be responsible for growing company sales and revenue growth, and enhancing existing client relationships within the Midwest.

Noonan brings over 25 years of experience in the workers’ compensation market and will leverage this experience to support Orchid’s strategic growth initiatives. As a senior sales manager with myMatrixx, Noonan has expertise in pharmacy benefit management and ancillary services, serving the workers’ compensation industry. At myMatrixx, she was successful in increasing sales and expanding the company’s client base.

“With extensive workers’ compensation business development experience, Kelly has an exceptional record in driving new business growth and operational performance,” said Tim Howlin, chief sales officer of Orchid Medical. “Kelly will play a key role in expanding our ancillary services footprint. Her results-oriented approach will further energize this key area of our business in the Midwest bringing Orchid continued success.”

Prior to myMatrixx, Noonan served as regional account manager with the former Universal SmartComp (USC), an industry-leading physical medicine network and former Medical Services Company (MSC), a leading ancillary services company. While at USC and MSC, Noonan gained extensive experience and knowledge within the durable medical equipment (DME) and physical therapy product lines.

About Orchid Medical

Orchid Medical (Orchid) is a leading, nationwide provider of integrated ancillary and surgical cost containment solutions for the workers’ compensation industry. Orchid works collaboratively with claims professionals and medical providers to cost-effectively manage and deliver the appropriate care and services injured workers need to recover. The company’s medical management solutions include Surgical Cost Containment Program® (SCCP); DME and supplies; orthotics and prosthetics; home health and complex care; home and vehicle modifications; diagnostic imaging; physical medicine; and transportation and language services. For more information, visit http://www.ORCHIDmedical.com.

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Innovation in Education and Health Care for the Next Generation of Nurses

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Unitek Learning has demonstrated their commitment to improve quality of care. They strive to support patients, health care practices, and health care innovation at the international level.

The 2019 Annual Unitek Conference illustrated the importance of change for subsequent generations.


NEWARK, Calif. (PRWEB)

On November 18, 2019, Unitek College hosted their annual conference at the DoubleTree Hilton Hotel in Newark, California. The theme of the conference was “Innovation in Education and Health Care.” Under the Unitek Learning umbrella, participants focused on the importance of high-impact practices for the student learning experience. Additionally, nurse leader Dan Weberg, PhD, RN, MHI, served as keynote speaker for this prestigious event. Throughout the day, Dr. Weberg shared his vision for human-centered patient design and health care innovation.

This trailblazing event featured panelists who are experts in their field, including: Keynote Speaker Dan Weberg, PhD, RN, MHI – Head of Clinical Innovation for Trusted Health; Jim D’Alfonso, DNP, RN, PhD(h), NEA-BC, FNAP – Executive Director of Professional Practice, Leadership Development & Research for Kaiser Permanente in Northern California; Joseph Morris, PhD, MSN, RN, GNP – Executive Officer of the California Board of Registered Nursing; Jessica Gomez, MSN, RN, DC – Nursing Education Consultant with the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians in Sacramento, California; Janette Moreno, DNP, CCRN-K, NEA-BC – Director of Professional Development and Clinical Education at Stanford Children’s Health; Rayne Soriano, PhD, RN – Regional Director of Professional Development and Education in Northern California at Kaiser Permanente; and Colleen O’Leary-Kelly, PhD, RN – Director and Professor for The Valley Foundation School of Nursing at San Jose State University.

“We were honored to have Dr. Weberg as our keynote speaker as well as so many outstanding panelists in attendance,” said Janis Paulson, Chief Executive Officer at Unitek Learning. “Unitek believes in the importance of integrating human-centered patient design and health care innovation into our educational practices to transcend the student learning experience.”

The 2019 Annual Unitek Conference illustrated the importance of change for subsequent generations. One key goal of this event was to elevate everyone’s mindset toward innovation. It is critical that participants become change agents by embracing interactive learning, flexibility in the classroom, and collaborative teams. Only then can they grow together and lead this generation toward a better future.

“Unitek will continue to incorporate new innovative approaches and technologies as we expand our educational offerings,” said Dr. Abdel Yosef, Chief Academic Officer at Unitek Learning. “In order for us to prepare future nurses, we must continue to evolve and incorporate new perspectives, teaching approaches, and cutting-edge technologies.”

Unitek Learning has demonstrated their commitment to improve quality of care. They strive to support patients, health care practices, and health care innovation at the international level. As of 2019, Unitek Learning is the parent company of several distinguished learning institutions: Unitek EMT, Unitek College, Eagle Gate College, and Provo College. Graduates from these schools are prepared to excel in many of the fastest-growing careers in health care and nursing. Taught by experienced professionals, Unitek programs teach the clinical technique and theory used in the field today.

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Technology: Electronics

The Tulsa CIO Forum is excited to announce sponsorship opportunities are now available for the 2020 Oklahoma IT Symposium

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There will be over 250 CIOs, CISO’s, VPs, Directors and Managers present at this year’s Symposium.

“The Oklahoma IT Symposium is [a great way] to get outside of our company walls and just take your mind somewhere else for a day and explore what’s going on elsewhere, understand what others are doing, share ideas, [and] collaborate. It’s just a terrific event.”- Joe Gottron, BOK Financial


TULSA, Okla. (PRWEB)

The Tulsa CIO Forum is excited to announce sponsorship opportunities are now available for the 2020 Oklahoma IT Symposium, which will be returning to the Tulsa Renaissance on Thursday, August 27. This is a one-day, executive-level event designed for CIOs and their IT management teams. There will be over 250 CIOs, CISO’s, VPs, Directors and Managers present at this year’s Symposium.

With the success of the 2019 Oklahoma IT Symposium, many partner sponsors are actively locking in their sponsorship spots for 2020 as only 26 sponsorships will be offered. Our partner sponsors have exclusive access to and opportunities for networking with local IT leaders for the entire day. Sponsor partners can also take advantage of the option to hear high caliber keynote speakers and to attend any of the IT executive-led breakout sessions. In addition, sponsor partner tables at the Symposium are located strategically in the main ballroom where all keynotes, meals and networking breaks take place.

To learn more about how you can benefit from being a sponsor partner, please contact Brian Gargano at EFM Events (brian@efminc.com) or http://www.efmevents.com.

The Oklahoma IT Symposium is Oklahoma’s annual major gathering of leaders, professionals, and academics working in the I.T. field. This year’s Symposium will look at emerging I.T. trends and provide insights into innovative leadership skills in today’s fast-paced digital age. This interactive event will also provide attendees with opportunities to collaborate and share their knowledge and experiences through a series of panels, break-out sessions, and social media as well as connect with many local, regional and national partner sponsors.

This year’s Symposium will feature two compelling keynote speakers along with 16 breakout sessions including executive panels and individual breakout speakers on a variety of current IT-related topics. In addition, the Tulsa CIO Forum will present their 2020 Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, award a sizable donation to their local charity of choice and award several scholarships to students planning to major in IT in college.

NOTE: This event is closed to any non-sponsoring vendor companies/consultants/sales reps. For sponsorship information, please contact Brian Gargano at brian@efminc.com.

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