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Technology: Electronics

SIA and Other Organizations Urge Congress to Consider Facts and Benefits of Facial Recognition

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“Facial recognition technology has benefited Americans in many ways, such as helping to fight human trafficking, thwart identity thieves and improve passenger facilitation at airports and enhance aviation security.” – Don Erickson, CEO, SIA


SILVER SPRING, Md. (PRWEB)

The Security Industry Association (SIA) – as part of a coalition of organizations and trade associations – has issued a letter to Congress outlining its concerns regarding potential bans on public-sector uses of facial recognition technology. The letter authors encourage the federal government to collaborate with all stakeholders to address concerns about the use of facial recognition technology and recommend federal leaders provide a consistent set of rules across the United States.

In an Oct. 16 letter to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.), House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.), Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) and Senate Democratic Leader Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.), the coalition – which includes SIA, the Airports Council International – North America, the American Association of Airport Executives, the Consumer Technology Association, the Global Business Travel Association, the Identification Technology Association, the Information Biometrics + Identity Association, NetChoice and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce – outlined the history of facial recognition and its prevalent use across various industries, the potential consequences of a moratorium on the technology and recent innovation and work to ethically and responsibly govern the technology.

“Recent calls for bans on facial recognition technology are based on a misleading picture of how the technology works and is used today,” said Don Erickson, CEO of SIA. “Facial recognition technology has benefited Americans in many ways, such as helping to fight human trafficking, thwart identity thieves and improve passenger facilitation at airports and enhance aviation security. As a representative of companies that provide and leverage facial recognition, SIA believes this advanced technology should be used in a safe, accurate and effective way, and we look forward to working with Congress to help the U.S. set the example on how to ethically and responsibly govern this technology.”

As part of its ongoing efforts to address confusion about facial recognition and increase awareness of its beneficial uses, SIA recently produced the resource Face Facts: Dispelling Common Myths Associated With Facial Recognition Technology. This document explores the facial recognition technology landscape and how the technology works, outlines how government and law enforcement use the technology and addresses confusion and common myths. Additionally, the resource shares examples of effective use of the technology to help locate missing children, mitigate travel document fraud and improve processes like storefront security and mobile banking.

About SIA

SIA is the leading trade association for global security solution providers, with over 1,000 innovative member companies representing thousands of security leaders and experts who shape the future of the security industry. SIA protects and advances its members’ interests by advocating pro-industry policies and legislation at the federal and state levels, creating open industry standards that enable integration, advancing industry professionalism through education and training, opening global market opportunities and collaborating with other like-minded organizations. As the premier sponsor of ISC Events expos and conferences, SIA ensures its members have access to top-level buyers and influencers, as well as unparalleled learning and network opportunities. SIA also enhances the position of its members in the security marketplace through SIA GovSummit, which brings together private industry with government decision makers, and Securing New Ground, the security industry’s top executive conference for peer-to-peer networking.

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Industry: Healthcare

Hospital M&A Activity Held Steady in Q3:2019, According to Acquisition Data From Healthcaremanda.Com

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“The third quarter activity was notable for the number of REIT deals by Medical Properties Trust, but also for the number of smaller not-for-profits joining larger regional systems. All across the country, the standalone community hospitals are finding it financially difficult to stay independent.”


NORWALK, Conn. (PRWEB)

Hospital M&A activity held steady with 21 transactions in both the second and third quarters of 2019, according to new acquisition data from HealthCareMandA.com. The most recent quarter was down 20% compared with the same period in 2018, when 25 deals were announced. Dollar volume was up sharply compared with the second quarter, totaling nearly $5.0 billion, a 291% increase. Year over year, Q3:19 spending was down 41% versus the $8.4 billion reported in the same quarter in 2018, based on disclosed prices.

Medical Properties Trust, a healthcare real estate investment trust, was the most active acquirer in this sector, with four deals. The REIT paid more than $1.5 billion to acquire the real estate assets of 14 acute care hospitals and two behavioral health hospitals owned by Prospect Medical Holdings in California. The company also acquired seven newly constructed community hospitals operated by Saint Luke’s Health System around Kansas City, Missouri for $145 million. Private equity firm TPG Capital was busy in southeast Asia. It sold Hong Kong-based United Family Healthcare (nine hospitals and 14 ambulatory clinics in China) to New Frontier Corporation for $1.3 billion, then teamed up with Malaysia’s Hong Leong Group to acquire 17 hospitals across Malaysia, Indonesia and Vietnam for $1.2 billion from Columbia Asia Group.

“The third quarter activity was notable for the number of REIT deals by Medical Properties Trust, but also for the number of smaller not-for-profits joining larger regional systems,” stated Lisa E. Phillips, editor of the Health Care M&A Report, which publishes the data. “All across the country, the standalone community hospitals are finding it financially difficult to stay independent.”

All quarterly results are published in The Health Care M&A Report for all 13 sectors of health care, which is part of the HealthCareMandA.com investment research source. For more information, or to order the report, call 800-248-1668. Irving Levin Associates, Inc. was established in 1948 and has headquarters in Norwalk, Connecticut. The company publishes research reports and newsletters and maintains databases on the health care and senior housing M&A markets.

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Business: Executives

Emerge Announces Appointment of Executive Former Executive Vice President & COO of FedEx Freight as New Board Member

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“It is an honor to be appointed to the Emerge Board of Directors,” said Mr. Reed. “Emerge is unmatched in this space and I’m thrilled to work closely with the Executive leadership team to continue the track record of helping companies reduce their freight spend and achieve greater efficiency overall


SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (PRWEB)

Emerge is pleased to announce that Patrick L. Reed, former executive vice president & COO of FedEx Freight, has been appointed as a new Board Member.

“It is an honor to be appointed to the Emerge Board of Directors,” said Mr. Reed. “Emerge is unmatched in this space and I’m thrilled to work closely with the Executive leadership team to continue the track record of helping companies reduce their freight spend and achieve greater efficiency overall.”

Mr. Reed has more than 35 years of experience in the LTL industry and has held positions in operations, sales and human resources. His breadth of industry knowledge brings a unique and invaluable perspective to the Board.

“Pat’s experience and leadership in the transportation industry is legendary,” said Grant Crawford, President of Emerge. “As one of the key foundational leaders who helped steer the integration of American Freightways, Viking Freight, and Watkins into what now is the largest LTL carrier in the US, FedEx Freight, we are thrilled Pat has decided to join our Board of Directors. Having his input and industry experience available to assist us in continuing to guide our strategic direction will augment the already impressive collection of voices we have assembled. From a personal standpoint, having the chance to work with Pat again, who served as a mentor to many of us at FedEx Freight, is a thrilling opportunity.”

Emerge has evolved from startup mode into a performing company led by digital pioneers Andrew and Michael Leto. In addition to the Leto brothers, the Emerge team is led by company President Grant Crawford, a three-decade veteran of the trucking industry who served as Vice President of International Operations of FedEx Freight and President of Roadrunner Freight. The Emerge team is supported strategically by Chairman Jack Holmes, the former CEO & President of UPS Freight, and two-time co-chairman of the National Freight Advisory Council in Washington, D.C.

About Emerge:

Emerge offers a suite of features including a dynamic RFP, intelligent route guides, and a spot tool. The award-winning platform provides access to direct capacity through its Digital Freight Marketplace and strategies to utilize or avoid the spot market based on live market conditions. Using Emerge ensures that shippers are making the strongest, most beneficial decisions on everything from day-to-day communication to annual RFPs. For more information visit emergemarket.com

About Patrick L. Reed:

Starting a career with FedEx Freight in 1996, Mr. Reed served in various roles with increasing responsibility before becoming a senior executive. Beginning in 2004, Mr. Reed served as executive vice president & chief operating officer until his retirement in 2016. According to FedEx, Mr. Reed’s leadership “helped shape FedEx Freight into the reliable provider of LTL services that we know today.”

Outside of FedEx Freight, Mr. Reed also serves as chairman of the Arkansas Trucking Association’s Executive Committee as well as the University of Arkansas Walton Business School Dean’s Board and the Supply Chain and Logistics Management Advisory Board. Other positions include National Industrial Transportation League’s Highway Infrastructure Committee, the Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce Executive Committee, Share and Care Board of Directors and Community First Bank Board of Directors.

Media Contact:

Andrea Toch

Colter Communications

Andrea@coltercommunications.com

Phone: 602.405.8335

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Ovation Hair Continues to Partner with FabFitFun

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Our team at Ovation Hair is beyond excited to have the opportunity to partner with FabFitFun. The experience has been phenomenal!


CARLSBAD, Calif. (PRWEB)

D.C. Labs, nationwide provider of the luxurious Ovation Cell Therapy® Hair & Scalp Treatment is continuing their partnership with the lifestyle subscription box FabFitFun®.

Since early 2018, Ovation Hair has collaborated with FabFitFun to offer a selection of their salon quality hair products to debut in FabFitFun’s subscription box ‘add-on’ offering.

FabFitFun is a quarterly subscription box that includes a selection of 8-10 full-size premium products delivered every season. Each box incorporates the latest in beauty, fashion, fitness, and wellness curated by the FabFitFun team.

Ovation Hair has had the opportunity to offer its flagship product Cell Therapy Hair and Scalp Treatment along with their clinically tested Clarifying Shampoo, Color Protection Shampoo and Conditioner and their heat activated Pure Volume Styling Solution. Each of these high quality, full-size products are ‘add-on’ options provided by FabFitFun to their 1M+ subscribers each quarter.

“We are thrilled to have the continued opportunity to partner with FabFitFun and share our healthy hair care products with a wider range of customers,” explains Dallas Van Kempen, CEO of Ovation Hair.

Ovation Cell Therapy Hair and Scalp Treatment’s proprietary formula delivers high levels of vital proteins, key vitamins, botanical extracts and amino acids to the hair and scalp, resulting in reduced breakage. Cell Therapy is designed to be used a few times a week for thicker, stronger, longer- healthier hair, after your shampoo and followed by your conditioner. Cell Therapy has been clinically proven to reduce hair breakage by over 80% after just one use.

Based on a consumer perception test after 4 weeks of Cell Therapy use:

  • 100% of participants reported healthier hair.

  • 97% of participants reported more bounce and volume.

  • 97% of participants reported more luster and shine.

  • 93% of participants reported more manageable hair.


To learn more about Ovation Hair or to shop online, visit https://www.ovationhair.com or call 888-411-3252 Monday through Friday 8:00 am PST – 4:00 pm PST.

About Ovation Hair®

The philosophy of Ovation Hair is to meet clients’ high expectations with quality, nourishing and rejuvenating products that demonstrate proven effectiveness. Ovation Hair has been helping clients achieve healthy hair since 2007. Their flagship product, Ovation Cell Therapy is proven to deliver thicker, stronger, longer hair. Ovation products include high quality ingredients, demonstrated to be safe and effective to create healthy hair. For more information please visit https://www.ovationhair.com

About FabFitFun®

FabFitFun is a seasonal subscription box for women. Every 3 months, subscribers get a new assortment of full-size, on-trend beauty, home, style, and accessory finds worth over $200. Plus, subscribers get to choose some of the items they receive in each box. For more information please visit https://fabfitfun.com

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Technology: Computer

FoodLogiQ to Provide Insight on Traceability at FDA’s “New Era of Smarter Food Safety” Public Meeting in Washington, DC

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“We look forward to collaborating with our colleagues from across the country as we rise to the challenge of ensuring safe food for all.” – Sean O’Leary, FoodLogiQ CEO


DURHAM, N.C. (PRWEB)

Members of the senior leadership team from FoodLogiQ, the leading provider of food safety, traceability, and supply chain transparency software, will travel to Washington, DC, on Monday, October 21 to provide comment at the FDA Public Meeting “A New Era of Smarter Food Safety.” The highly-anticipated event kicks off an initiative that focuses on food traceability, digital technology and evolving food business models.

According to Dr. Norman (Ned) Sharpless, acting FDA Commissioner, “This new initiative is intended to build on FDA’s efforts to implement the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act by leveraging, among other things, the use of new and emerging technologies, as well as new approaches to some of the food system’s biggest food safety challenges.”

FoodLogiQ CEO Sean O’Leary will attend the FDA meeting, as well as Chief Marketing and Strategy Officer Katy Jones, and Vice President of Supply Chain Strategy and Insights Julie McGill. During the open public comment portion of the program, McGill will speak on behalf of FoodLogiQ, sharing commentary on the topic of traceability. McGill is an industry expert on the subject, as she previously spent over 15 years with GS1 US. There she led the Foodservice GS1 US Standards Initiative, working with manufacturers, distributors, operators and supply chain partners to increase efficiencies and build a foundation for traceability and supply chain visibility through the use of GS1 standards. McGill was recently selected as one of the “Five Food Logistics Champions You Need to Know” by Food Logistics Magazine.

“FoodLogiQ is honored to have the opportunity to share our intricate knowledge of the food supply chain, as well as best practices regarding whole chain traceability during this monumental meeting with the FDA and other food industry leaders,” says O’Leary. “Since 2006, FoodLogiQ has been developing solutions that meet the increasingly complex global food chain issues, and we look forward to collaborating with our colleagues from across the country as we rise to the challenge of ensuring safe food for all.”

End-to-end traceability—the ability to trace a product from its original source all the way to market—is the foundation for any comprehensive food safety program and a critical piece of the FDA’s efforts to bring increased attention to this global issue. With a 16-year history of traceability experience, FoodLogiQ dominates the food safety space and is perfectly poised to play a key role in the FDA’s new initiative.

The Agenda

More than 100 FDA experts representing the Office of Food Policy and Response, the Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, the Office of Regulatory Affairs, the Center for Veterinary Medicine, and several individuals from the Office of the Commissioner participated in brainstorming sessions to determine the most critical topics for the meeting discussion. Those include:

Tech-enabled Traceability and Foodborne Outbreak Response

Smarter Tools and Approaches for Prevention

New Business Models and Retail Modernization

Food Safety Culture

The FDA’s goal for the meeting is to engage stakeholders and to foster a dialogue on how to most effectively prepare for the work that lies ahead as part of the New Era of Smarter Food Safety. In early 2020, FDA plans to release a blueprint that outlines critical steps to protect public health and keep pace with the ever-changing global food supply chain.

About FoodLogiQ

FoodLogiQ® LLC is the leading SaaS provider of traceability, food safety and supply chain transparency solutions. FoodLogiQ Connect is the most comprehensive, data-driven software solution that enables supplier management, food safety compliance, quality incident management, recall management and whole chain traceability – all on a single platform built exclusively for the food industry. To meet mounting regulatory requirements and consumer demands for transparency, food companies are leveraging FoodLogiQ Connect to validate supplier compliance with food safety and act with confidence in the event of a food safety or quality issue. To request a demo, please visit http://www.FoodLogiQ.com/demo.

Contact:

Kiecha L. Berzins, APR

Vice President, Marketing & Communications

919-656-4887

kberzins@foodlogiq.com

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Technology: Electronics

Ground-breaking Modular Research Microscope, Showcasing in PI Booth at Neuroscience 2019

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Flamingo Light-Sheet Fluorescence Modular Research Microscope at PI’s Booth #404

Flamingo Light-Sheet Fluorescence Modular Research Microscope at PI’s Booth #404


CHICAGO (PRWEB)

Scientists from around the world are gathering in Chicago to share their research, new ideas, and experience the best their field has to offer. PI engineers are on-hand to answer questions and propose precision motion solutions relating to life-science projects in industry and research.

Micro- and Nanopositioning Stages for Linear and Rotary Motion

PI is well-known for its piezo-based nanopositioning and scanning stages designed for super-resolution microscopy applications. Very compact precision positioning stages with long travel ranges are also offered – for example the L-505 motorized miniature precision linear stage and the U-628 miniature rotary table with ultrasonic-direct drive motor. These highly precise components are employed in a ground-breaking light-sheet microscope project pioneered by the Huisekn Lab at the Morgridge Institute for Research in Madison, WI. Key factors are the compact design, reliability, high precision, and speed of the motion modules. Prior to this project, 2 complete systems had to be used to achieve Light Sheet Florescence Microscopy (LSFM). This new modular microscope illuminates and detects samples by employing two separate optical systems and will be easy to transport, eliminating shipping of sensitive samples.

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Microscopy Imaging and Bio-Nanotechnology Solution Packages

Researchers make use of the sub-atomic resolution and extreme responsiveness of piezo stages and nanopositioners to create higher-quality images faster. PI provides a large variety of fast XYZ stages and microscope lens positioners for 3D imaging (Z-stack acquisition), deconvolution, and fast auto-focusing applications. A line of ultra-stable long-travel microscope stages with self-locking piezo motors is also available. Hexapod 6-DOF stages provide precision motion in 6 axes, allowing computer controlled sample manipulation in XYZ, pitch, roll and yaw with sub-micrometer precision.

Learn About PI Microscopy Products»

Standard and Custom

PI has in-house engineered solutions with over 4 decades of experience working with customers to provide products that meet application demands, and can quickly modify existing product designs or provide a fully customized OEM part to fit the exact requirements of the application.

About PI

PI is a leading manufacturer of air bearing stages, piezoelectric solutions, precision motion control equipment, and hexapod parallel-kinematics for semiconductor applications, photonics, bio-nano-technology, and medical engineering. PI has been developing and manufacturing standard & custom precision products with piezoceramic and electromagnetic drives for 4 decades. The company has been ISO 9001 certified since 1994 and provides innovative, high-quality solutions for OEM and research. The PI group employs more than 1,300 people worldwide in 15 subsidiaries and R&D / engineering centers on 3 continents.

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Industry: Healthcare

ABQAURP’s 20/20 Insight into Value-Based, Quality Care – Early Registration Deadline Approaching

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ABQAURP's 43rd Annual Conference

ABQAURP’s 20/20 Insight into Value-Based, Quality Care – Early Registration Deadline Approaching

“Attendees will discover innovative approaches to maximize health care value while maintaining quality”


NEW PORT RICHEY, Fla. (PRWEB)

ABQAURP’s Annual Health Care Quality & Patient Safety Conference is being presented on April 30 – May 1, 2020, at the Sheraton Sand Key Resort in Clearwater Beach, FL. “20/20 Insight into Value-Based, Quality Care” brings together thought-leaders from around the health care industry to discover innovative approaches to maximize health care value while maintaining quality.

This informative event will reflect on the impact of value-based care and focus on the future to see where we are headed as payors and providers come together to bring value to the forefront of medical practice to improve our population’s health.

“This will be a great conference to assess how the last ten years of the Accountable Care Act has impacted the health care landscape and to see how future challenges are being addressed to maximize opportunities in value and quality,” encourages Sunil Sinha, MD, MBA, FACHE, CHCQM, ABQAURP CME Committee Chair.

Attendees should not miss this opportunity to network with colleagues, earn CME credit, learn from distinguished faculty, and visit with industry exhibitors. The conference kicks off with a Networking Reception to relax and enjoy the beautiful, beachside location of Sand Key. Arrive early on Thursday, April 30th to attend this event.

Enjoy a full day of CME on Friday, May 1st to explore ways to integrate expert advice from national quality leaders into your practice while identifying best practices and tools to enhance patient care in any setting.

ABQAURP welcomes faculty from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), American Hospital Association, American College of Physician Advisors (ACPA), American Society of Addiction Medicine, and more. Find complete faculty information at: https://abqaurp.org/ABQMain/43rd_AnnualConference_Speakers.aspx

At the conclusion of the conference, attendees should be able to:

  • Manage a patient’s care using multidisciplinary rounds to improve value and quality while containing costs

  • Identify the steps needed to integrate technology into the patient care team

  • Discuss CMS initiatives for 2020 and beyond

  • Assess a patient chart from a global perspective to accurately reflect the value and quality of care provided

  • Address the improvement of health care throughout life stages and communities

  • Evaluate health behaviors and social impacts on the delivery of chronic care

  • Explain the relationship between quality measures, payment models, and the standard of care in addiction medicine

  • Recognize the value of integrating the behavioral and physical health of your patient population


The room block at this resort is on a first-come, first-serve basis, attendees should register now for the best conference opportunities. A complete agenda and important conference information at: https://www.abqaurp.org/ABQMain/ Education/Live_Conferences/ABQMain/43rd_AnnualConference_Home.aspx [http://www.abqaurp.org/AnnualConference __title__ 43rd Annual Conference].

The American Board of Quality Assurance and Utilization Review Physicians (ABQAURP) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The American Board of Quality Assurance and Utilization Review Physicians (ABQAURP) designates this live activity for a maximum of 8.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

The conference will also carry a variety of other CE credits including nursing (CE), case management (CCMC), Osteopathic (AOA), and Family Physician (AAFP).

Exhibit and Sponsorship opportunities are also still available. Find out more at: https://abqaurp.org/ABQMain/43rd_AnnualConference_Sponsors.aspx.

About ABQAURP

Celebrating over 40 years of excellence in Health Care Quality and Management & Patient Safety, ABQAURP is the premier professional association providing Health Care Quality and Management (HCQM) Certification, ACCME-accredited continuing medical education, and membership to health care professionals worldwide.

The HCQM Certification is the only health care quality and management examination administered through the National Board of Medical Examiners® (NBME®).

ABQAURP also offers sub-specialty certification in: Physician Advisor (physicians only), Patient Safety/Risk Management, Case Management, Managed Care, Transitions of Care, and Workers’ Compensation. HCQM Certification and the Physician Advisor Sub-Specialty are endorsed by the American College of Physician Advisors.

ABQAURP is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. We are committed to providing superior health care quality and patient safety education. ABQAURP is approved by the Florida Board of Nursing to provide contact hours (CEs) for nurses in our educational programs.

For more information about ABQAURP programs: call (800) 998-6030 or visit http://www.abqaurp.org.

“National Board of Medical Examiners®” and “NBME®” are registered trademarks of the National Board of Medical Examiners.

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Health: Mental Health

NiaTV Launches New 7-Day Music + Movement Wellness Program

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“Nia is a movement practice grounded in mindfulness of the sensations of safety, comfort and pleasure. It can be a great complement to physical therapy, helping you move and heal your body’s way.”Rachael R. Resch, PT/LMTNia Black Belt Teacher


PORTLAND, Ore. (PRWEB)

-Feel better a few minutes a day.

-Give your body a dose of healing movement.

-Enhance the relationship you have with your body.

-Include movement into your daily life.

Health and wellness pioneer, Nia Technique, will be initiating a free 7-day Music + Movement Wellness Program geared towards enhancing the body’s overall mobility and stability. This week-long program incorporates a variety of movement, music and lifestyle tools that will tune, tone and engage the brain, bones, joints, muscles and soft tissues. Our program provides movement medicine to help our participants thrive, move well, and feel better at any age and stage of life.

Participants will have access to 7 curated workouts, 7 daily movement tips, and a downloadable program guide when they register at NiaTV.fit. Utilizing Nia Technique’s unique approach to holistic health and fitness, our special Music + Movement program is both therapeutic and educational, designed to teach you to move and connect to the sense of healing and conditioning. The Nia 7-Day Music + Movement Wellness Program begins October 23rd and culminates on October 30th.

We invite everyone to start and end the day with a dose of vigorous music and movement rooted in mobility and stability. Award your body with exactly what it needs to stay healthy, well and fit by taking part in our 7-Day Wellness Program.

To book an interview or learn more about Nia Technique and the Nia 7-Day Music + Movement Wellness Program, contact Nia at (503) 245-9886, email pr@nianow.com, or visit our website at http://www.nianow.com.

About Nia: Nia Technique, Inc., headquartered in Portland, OR, is a movement art that came on the scene in 1983. As the first mind-body, barefoot workout, Nia safely provides people of all ages and levels of ability with a holistic way to get fit and stay healthy through Nia’s body and life education and movement lifestyle. Enjoyed by thousands of people in over 49 countries, Nia offers classes, workshops, training, certification, books and online video streaming via Roku, Google Play, and Apple TV, as well as products produced with sister brands NiaSounds, NiaWear, and NiaTV. Nia has been featured by hundreds of media outlets including The New York Times, Health Magazine, Self Magazine, Psychology Today, Oprah Magazine, Huffington Post, BBC Today, and The San Francisco Chronicle.

Nia Technique, “Through Movement We Find Health.”

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Business: Executives

Partners In Leadership Wins Gold in CLO Learning in Practice Awards

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Dr. Cristobal Valdez, President of Richland Community College, accepting the Gold award for Excellence in Academic Partnerships

Dr. Cristobal Valdez, President of Richland Community College, accepting the Gold award for Excellence in Academic Partnerships

On a daily basis, we see the positive effects of working on institutional culture. It is what has improved employee satisfaction, student success, retention and completion and has made Richland a strong community partner and attracts exceptional employees to continue the effort.


TEMECULA, Calif. (PRWEB)

Partners In Leadership, LLC, the firm that guides clients in defining Key Results™, shaping Cultural Beliefs®, and solving Accountability Gaps, and that is now introducing cutting-edge digital, learning, and leadership tools, proudly announces they received the Gold Award in the Excellence in Academic Partnerships category in Chief Learning Officer magazine’s CLO 2019 Learning In Practice Awards.

The Learning In Practice Awards’ Excellence in Academic Partnerships category recognizes accredited academic learning institutions that have partnered with an organization in the past year to develop skills, competency or knowledge in a general employee population. The work and results that have emerged from the consulting firm’s partnership with Richland Community College is what won this national recognition.

“Shortly after my arrival at Richland, we began to work with Partners In Leadership to create the culture we desired as a campus community,” said Dr. Cristobal Valdez, President of Richland Community College. “This award is just one recognition of this essential work. On a daily basis, we see the positive effects of working on institutional culture. It is what has improved employee satisfaction, student success, retention and completion and has made Richland a strong community partner and attracts exceptional employees to continue the effort.”

Dr. Valdez saw the challenges that were hindering the institution’s capability of operating to full potential, including economic instability, declining student retention and enrollment, and low levels of trust and communication. Richland started its work with Partners In Leadership in 2017, utilizing the Accountability Builder® program’s workshops and assessments to break down silos and achieve the institution’s three Key Results within three years.

In less than two years, Richland has already met their Key Results:


  • Trust – focusing on an increase in perception of a positive campus culture – from 46% to 76% or an increase of 65%

  • Grow – enrollment grow of nearly 15% this fall and over 20% this past summer, the highest institutional enrollment since 2016. Contributing to this enrollment growth was a 57% increase in next term student retention and 370% increase in Fall to Fall student retention

  • Thrive – 25% reserve and a 2% positive operating margin, the strongest financial position the College has been in for 7 years

“We are thrilled for Dr. Valdez and Richland Community College,” said Mattson Newell, Senior Partner at Partners In Leadership. “In a day and age where the importance of organizational culture is constantly discussed, but doesn’t always translate to actions, Dr. Valdez and his leadership team have led by example and helped the entire organization champion Partners In Leadership’s process to create a Culture of Accountability to deliver their results. We are honored to continue our partnership with them and are excited to see their continued success.”

More information on Richland Community College’s journey to success can be found here: https://www.partnersinleadership.com/insights-publications/richland-community-college/

All 2019 CLO Learning in Practice Awards winners can be found here: https://www.chieflearningofficer.com/2019/10/14/chief-learning-officer-announces-its-2019-learning-in-practice-award-winners/

About Partners In Leadership

Partners In Leadership guides clients in defining Key Results™, shaping Cultural Beliefs®, and solving Accountability Gaps. With our network of experts around the world and #1 award-winning content, our firm helps clients achieve their mission by dramatically boosting employee engagement, inspiring innovation, improving cross-collaboration, developing accountable leaders, blending strategy with culture, and more. Partners In Leadership continues the legacy of pioneering Accountability Training, and innovating cultural transformation, and is now introducing cutting-edge digital, learning, and leadership tools.

For further information on Partners In Leadership, visit http://www.partnersinleadership.com or call 800-504-6070. For press inquiries, contact Kristen Keks at kristen.keks@partnersinleadership.com or (951) 376-3201.

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Health

The 2019-20 Dig Pink Challenge powered by All Volleyball

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ST. LOUIS, Mo. (PRWEB)

The Dig Pink Challenge Powered by All Volleyball is a fundraising event that brings breast cancer awareness and volleyball together. The goal is to bring the volleyball community together in fun-filled ways to raise funds for The Side-Out Foundation. Side-Out is the only organization that uses volleyball to raise money for stage IV metastatic breast cancer research, which is the least funded and deadliest form of the disease.

From its beginning 5 years ago, the Dig Pink Challenge has traditionally featured a local volleyball match showcasing the defending Missouri state champions against an opponent of their choosing. These events have been filled with fundraising opportunities alongside some great competition on the court. Games with prizes, 50/50 raffles, silent auctions, raffle baskets and more all raised money for the Side-Out Foundation.

In 2018, All Volleyball expanded slightly outside of the St. Louis area and partnered with 8 schools from across the nation. Each school held its own Dig Pink campaign and donated all proceeds to The Side-Out Foundation. All Volleyball knows how hard it can be to start a fundraiser for the first time, so they matched up to $500 in each school’s campaign. It was an encouraging experience for the teams they partnered with, many who plan to work with the Side-Out Foundation in the future.

After last year’s success, All Volleyball is expanding the 2019-2020 Dig Pink Challenge. With a longer timeframe, more teams and more locations, All Volleyball hopes to achieve the ultimate goal of fostering Side-Out’s mission. This year’s application window will expand to include girls high school, girls club and boys high school volleyball seasons. Due to the increased interest of the Dig Pink Challenge and the All Volleyball’s commitment to serving their customers, participating teams must be current or new customers of All Volleyball. Once selected, each team will get their own online campaign page, access to All Volleyball and Side-Out staff for guidance and a monetary match up to $500 from All Volleyball when they finish fundraising.

In 5 years, the Dig Pink Challenge has raised over $100,000 for breast cancer research while introducing dozens of teams to the Side-Out Foundation. With the potential to add 30 more teams to that list, this could be the most successful year yet. Beyond the success and excitement around the program, the true meaning of why All Volleyball chooses to serve remains the same: to bring hope and support to those and their families affected by stage 4 metastatic breast cancer.

More About All Volleyball Inc.

All Volleyball, Inc. is proud to be the trusted industry expert since 1995. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, this volleyball retailer and team dealer has always had a passion for helping others and solving problems on and off the volleyball court. All Volleyball Serves is the philanthropic extension of the company responsible for heading up efforts like the Dig Pink Challenge.

More About The Side-Out Foundation

The Side-Out Foundation is a nonprofit organization based in Fairfax, Virginia that harnesses the power of volleyball players to host Dig Pink volleyball initiatives that raise money for critical research of late-stage metastatic breast cancer – the least funded form of breast cancer research. Over the years, Side-Out has raised more than $14 million for research on the disease, has completed two successful clinical trials using Side-Out’s individualized treatment protocols and is currently in the midst of a third trial, its largest yet.

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