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TrustedChoice.com Opens Exclusive Claim-it Insurance Referrals Program to Individual Producers


Key features of Claim-it include:

  • Inbound Leads: Claim-it provides a stream of inbound leads, eliminating the need for agents to cold-call potential clients.
  • Real-Time Notifications: Producers receive instant notifications whenever there’s a match within their preferred appetite and territory.
  • High-Intent Clients: Claim-it connects producers with clients who are actively looking for an independent agent, ensuring high-intent interactions.
  • Appetite Matching: The program ensures that referrals align with producers’ personalized preferred appetite, saving time and effort.
  • Exclusive Opportunities: Claim-it referrals are exclusive to the agent who claims them, reducing competition and increasing the likelihood of conversion.

Many agencies currently utilizing Claim-it have reported impressive results, with closing ratios exceeding 40%. These agencies have consistently praised the program’s exceptional client quality and intent-level.

Claim-it operates on a straightforward principle. Producers simply sign up and configure their preferred appetite. When a matching insurance buyer is in their territory, a notification is sent directly to their mobile device. If the producer wishes to assist the customer immediately, they can claim the referral with a simple push of a button. The referral becomes exclusively theirs. If they are unavailable or too busy, disregarding the notification incurs no cost, as another independent agent in the region will have the opportunity to claim it instead.

“The growth of Claim-it has been nothing short of remarkable, with both referral volume and participating agents more than doubling since the beginning of the year,” said Chip Bacciocco, CEO of TrustedChoice.com. “We continue to expand capacity to accommodate the program’s growing popularity and are actively seeking motivated agents in every U.S. state to join the platform.”

In the past, Claim-it was exclusively available for purchase on an enterprise basis, primarily for entire agencies. However, TrustedChoice.com recognizes the demand from individual producers who want to harness the power of Claim-it independently. Therefore, the company is pleased to announce its readiness to support these individual producers in their journey toward success.

To learn more about Claim-it and explore this unique opportunity for individual producers, visit TrustedChoice.com/producer.

About TrustedChoice.com

TrustedChoice.com is one of the most popular insurance websites in the United States and is home of the largest and most comprehensive directory of independent insurance agencies and insurance companies in the world. It offers online insurance consumers a retail-like buying experience, connecting the right risk to the right agent at the right buying moment. The company is dedicated to enhancing the insurance landscape by providing cutting-edge tools and resources to help insurance professionals succeed in a rapidly evolving market. TrustedChoice.com is committed to empowering agents, fostering growth, and connecting them with high-quality clients through programs like Claim-it.

For more information visit: https://www.trustedchoice.com/advantage/.

Media Contact

Viviana Buzo, TrustedChoice.com, 1 (414) 465-8008, [email protected], TrustedChoice.com 

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Ulike Celebrates a Decade of Innovation and Commitment to Cutting-Edge Beauty Technology


10 Years later and 4 Million Devices Sold Globally, Ulike Experiences Rapid Growth To The Top Of The IPL Hair Removal Market

NEW YORK, Sept. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Ulike, the global leader and pioneer of Sapphire IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) at-home hair removal, is celebrating a decade of innovation. In honor of the brand’s anniversary, they’re offering a limited-time discount of $60 off with code 10YEARS and free two-day shipping on their website, ulike.com.

Founded in 2013, Ulike has revolutionized the beauty technology landscape with its unwavering dedication to providing consumers with a painless and effective hair removal experience. Ulike’s Head of Research and Development, Amu Zeng, states, “The finest products have limitless potential. It’s through innovation that we can provide consumers with safer, more comfortable, and more effective products, enhancing their overall beauty experience.”

This steadfast commitment to innovation and excellence has contributed to the brand’s remarkable success over the past decade with key milestones including sales growth, product innovation and market expansion.

  • 2015: Two years into brand founding, annual sales exceed $1.3 million USD
  • 2016: The brand experiences exponential sales growth, surpassing $13.7 million USD‥
  • 2019: Ulike introduces the patented, game-changing technology—Sapphire Ice-Cooling—to their hair removal devices to minimize discomfort‥‥‥
  • 2021: Awarded the top position in the Korean hair removal device market
  • 2022: Expands into the U.S. market and launches the 7th generation of the Air3 Sapphire ice-cooling hair removal device‥‥
  • 2023: Achieves the second-highest market share on Amazon in the “light hair removal device” category‥according to U.S. Amazon statistics

The brand’s rapid growth is a byproduct of their steady commitment to their consumers. Since the launch of their first IPL hair removal product in 2013, the brand has remained dedicated to advancing the technology and effectiveness of IPL hair removal device. Their newest device, Air3, is their eighth generation of IPL hair removal devices and demonstrates their commitment to delivering innovative technology that transforms the way women approach the process of hair removal.

Ulike allots 30% of annual profits toward research and development, ensuring the brand is consistently pioneering cutting-edge technological to meet consumer needs. Ten years later, the brand has secured over 100 global patents with over 4 million devices sold globally.

Ulike is proud to celebrate its 10-year anniversary and looks forward to pushing the boundaries of beauty technology through future innovations to meet the needs of beauty consumers. Zeng states, “Our current achievements are just the beginning. Our goal is to become a global beauty salon right in your home, offering top-notch, easy-to-use beauty equipment to customers worldwide.”

For more information on Ulike, please visit Ulike.com or contact [email protected]

About Ulike:‥

Since 2013, Ulike has harnessed the power of clinical technology to produce luxurious, painless, and cost-effective IPL at-home hair removal devices. With powerful IPL and Sapphire Cooling Technology, the devices deliver visible results and are suitable to use on the full body. The devices are FDA-cleared, clinically tested and dermatologist recommended. Since inception, the brand has grown to be a global leader of IPL at-home beauty devices with over 4 million units sold in 17 countries worldwide. As a beauty-tech brand focused on innovation, Ulike allots thirty percent of its annual profits to research and development. This continuous drive for advancement has helped the brand secure over 100 global patents and become an international success.‥

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Ulike, Ulike, 1 3527713895, [email protected], https://www.ulike.com/

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Inventor Smart Community Launches, Providing a Vital Support Network for Inventors


“We are proud to provide a platform where inventors can come together, share their experiences, and find the support they need to turn their ideas into reality,” said Samantha St. Raymond, VP of Community at Inventor Smart. “The Inventor Smart Community is a game-changer for inventors. Our goal is to empower inventors with the resources and connections to succeed.”

Brian Fried, Chief Invention Officer at Inventor Smart, expressed his enthusiasm about the launch, stating, “I am extremely proud to see the Inventor Smart Community come to life. This platform provides inventors with an unparalleled advantage and experience to collaborate and connect with other inventors. It’s a community that has so much to offer, from invaluable resources to expert guidance. I am excited to witness the incredible inventions and success stories that will emerge from this community.”

Tony Pogoto, the inventor of Twist Lock Grommet and member of the Inventor Smart Community, highlighted the platform’s value in fostering collaboration, saying, “Being a part of the Inventor Smart Community has given me an incredible opportunity to connect with fellow inventors and learn from their experiences. This platform promotes collaboration and allows us to support and promote each other’s inventions. It’s a fantastic way to expand our knowledge and network while showcasing our innovations.”

Within the app, inventors have access to a dedicated social media platform designed specifically for their needs. There, they can engage in stimulating discussions, seek expert advice, and explore topics such as licensing, manufacturing, protecting intellectual property, and showcasing their inventions. The Inventor Smart Community creates an inclusive environment where inventors can learn, share knowledge, and find the support they need to succeed.

To further assist people with their next big idea or inventors on their path, the Inventor Smart app provides an extensive library of resources, services, and exclusive offers. One of the purposes of the app is for inventors to promote their inventions, check out the Inventor Spotlight section, watch interviews with inventors on Inventor Smart TV where we showcase them on National Inventor Club and much more! Inventors can access educational materials, industry insights, professional services, and exclusive discounts, equipping them with the tools necessary to navigate the complexities of the inventing process.

The app offers both free and premium access. Free users can enjoy limited access to the community, social media platforms, and selected resources. For those seeking enhanced benefits, premium access is available for just $9.99 per month or a discounted rate of $99 for the year. Premium members unlock exclusive features, advanced networking opportunities, and expanded resource access—empowering them to accelerate their inventive endeavors.

Visit: inventorsmart.app 

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Korey Berg

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About Inventor Smart:

Inventor Smart is a leading platform dedicated to empowering inventors and providing them with a vital support network. Through the Inventor Smart Community app, inventors can connect, collaborate, and access a wide range of resources to fuel their inventive journeys. Integrating with the National Inventor Club, the app offers inventors a unique platform to navigate their inventive path and achieve success.

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MINT Dentistry Named to Newsweek’s List of the Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces for 2023


Marion Terrell, Chief Human Resources Officer for MINT dentistry attests that, “Our employees have made a bold declaration indicating that culture is the new currency. Human resources will continue to facilitate ways to influence the changing dynamics of work. We salute our dedicated employees for extending the grace and time necessary to strengthen our workplace culture.”

The key areas included in the analysis are based on how well companies demonstrate the areas within the Spark Model as defined by BPI, including Systemic Collaboration, Positive Vision of the Future, Alignment of values, Respect, and Killer Achievement. Employee sentiments and emotions indicating how engaged employees are, how positive they feel about their workplace, and how committed they are to the organization’s success were analyzed to identify the Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces.

“With the rapidly changing workplace and competition for top talent, more companies are recognizing the importance of employee engagement and commitment,” said Nancy Cooper, Global Editor in Chief, Newsweek. “The workplaces that have demonstrated a commitment to their employees in 2023 are more likely to attract the best talent and deliver strong business outcomes.”

“Fully understanding and acting upon employee sentiment, emotion, and recommendations continues to be a challenge and top priority of executive leadership,” said Louis Carter, CEO of Best Practice Institute. “The companies on this list have committed to listening carefully to their employees to create a workplace employees love.”

For the full Newsweek list of 2023’s Most Loved Workplaces, please visit (https://www.newsweek.com/rankings/most-loved-workplaces-america-2023).

Methodology

To identify the top 100 companies for the Newsweek ranking, companies were evaluated and scored as follows: 35 percent of the initial score was based on employee survey responses; 25 percent was derived from analysis of external public ratings from sites such as Comparably, Careerbliss, Glassdoor, Indeed and Google; and 40 percent came from direct interviews with and written responses from company officials. Newsweek then conducted additional research into every company on the list, as well as the top runners-up, to determine the final list of 100 companies and their ranking. (The list includes both U.S. firms and companies with a strong U.S. presence that are based overseas.)

About MINT dentistry

MINT dentistry provides exceptional dental services at affordable prices for everyone. The company also offers free teeth whitening with PPO dental insurance. For more information about MINT dentistry, please visit http://www.mintdentistry.com or call 833.879.6468 to schedule an appointment.

About Newsweek

Newsweek is the modern global digital news organization built around the iconic, over 85-year-old American magazine. Newsweek reaches 100 million people each month with its thought-provoking news, opinion, images, graphics, and video delivered across a dozen print and digital platforms. Headquartered in New York City, Newsweek also publishes international editions in EMEA and Asia.

About Best Practice Institute

Best Practice Institute is an award-winning leadership and organization development center, benchmark research company, think tank, and solutions provider. BPI is the certifying body for Most Loved Workplace® and conducted the original research to create the model and criteria for becoming a Most Loved Workplace®. BPI’s research proves that Most Loved Workplaces® produce 3-4 times better customer service, employee performance, and retention than companies not loved by their employees.

For more information on how to apply to become a certified Most Loved Workplace in 2024, go to: http://www.mostlovedworkplace.com.

Media Contact

Diahann Doyen, MIINT dentistry, 1 469-649-0558, [email protected], www.mintdentistry.com

Scott Baxt, Most Loved Workplaces, 1 917-805-6413, [email protected], http://www.mostlovedworkplace.com

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Maryland Businesses Lead the Charge in Transformative Community Engagement


Bozzuto, based in Greenbelt, Bozzuto Construction has been named the 2023 ENR MidAtlantic Contractor of the Year for its outstanding performance in multifamily construction, currently ranking 15th on the ENR MidAtlantic Top Contractor list. The company’s commitment to employee well-being and inclusion is evident through initiatives like leadership workshops and the Bozzuto Construction Foundations program, which have engaged 97 percent of their workforce since their introduction in 2022. Fortune and Great Place To Work also named Bozzuto to its 2023 Best Workplaces in Real Estate list after analyzing thousands of employee feedback surveys.

Cloudforce, based in National Harbor, brought worldwide focus to its own backyard this summer. Microsoft recognized Cloudforce in an online feature story sent to more than 20 million followers for the company’s contributions to the technological transformation of nationally acclaimed HBCU Howard University. International CSS Design Awards awarded Cloudforce for excellence in website design and presence. Cloudforce welcomed Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks who helped to officially initiate their final office expansion. Cloudforce also became a three-peat honoree on the Inc. 5000 List of Fastest Growing Companies in America.

Harbor East Management Group, based in Baltimore and a vibrant waterfront neighborhood, announced that Abercrombie & Fitch, the specialty retailer of quality apparel, accessories and fragrance, has plans to open a store this fall at 810 Aliceanna Street in Harbor East. The new store will join a bustling retail corridor that includes Chanel Beauty, Bonobos, and Warby Parker. With the upcoming openings of Saatva, The Ruxton steakhouse, and Order of the Ace cocktail bar, Harbor East is a destination for the latest retail trends and experiences.

Kaiser Permanente, based in Rockville, culminated its 2023 Summer Youth Internship Program with a scholarship competition for 23 local high school students. School students from Baltimore City, Prince George’s County and Fairfax County spent their summer in an immersive program exposing them to careers in health care in areas including radiology, urgent care, pharmacy, OB-GYN and member experience at Kaiser Permanente facilities in the region. Learn more about this program and this year’s winning team here.

Route One Apparel, based in Towson, hosted its third annual ONEFEST warehouse sale on September 17. An estimated 1,000 people visited Route One Apparel’s headquarters in Towson and enjoyed entertainment from DJ Kopec, charity raffles, and steep discounts on thousands of products. In addition, the retailer is gearing up for fall with a variety of new, one-of-a-kind products, including a limited-edition purple and gold sequined Maryland flag jacket, a Natty Boh football jersey, and packable blankets featuring the Maryland flag, Old Bay, and Hershey’s. All products are available at http://www.routeoneapparel.com.

St. John Properties, Inc., based in Baltimore and one of the nation’s largest and most successful privately held commercial real estate firms, helped The Goddard School franchise owners sign a lease at BWI Tech Park as the site for a new early childhood education center in Anne Arundel County, Maryland. With the increased demand for pickleball courts, local businessmen Bill Henderson and Joe Opauski have also signed a lease for St. John Properties’ Greenleigh and plan to open a Pickball House in early November at the mixed-use business community located in Middle River. At Glen Burnie Crossing, Floor & Decor signed a ground lease with St. John Properties and plans to open in 2024.

SECU, Maryland’s largest state-chartered credit union, proudly celebrated the fourth edition of its Kindness Campaign this October, building on the campaign’s successful legacy of fostering compassion and community engagement among its members and beyond. Through its kickoff food drive in September benefitting the Maryland Food Bank, to partnerships with the Maryland Comptroller, Special Olympics Maryland, Kennedy Krieger and dozens of other healthcare, school and nonprofit partners, SECU’s Kindness Campaign continues to rally individuals, organizations, and partners throughout Maryland to make our state a kinder place. To learn more about SECU’s Annual Kindness Campaign, visit SECUKindness.org.

T. Rowe Price, a Baltimore-based global investment management firm, recently released its 2022 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Corporate Report. The report comprehensively outlines the firm’s commitment to and advancements in its sustainability strategy. See the highlights.

TEDCO, based in Columbia and Maryland’s economic engine for technology companies, continues to invest in Maryland technology startups like Polaris Genomics, Nostopharma, Tuzmo, Cerebro Capital, Kaloyte, and Galen Robotics. TEDCO also announced their FY24 Board of Directors and the expansion of the Maryland Innovation Initiative, unveiling pilot programs with Frostburg State University and Bowie State University. In addition, the organization released two more episodes of TEDCO Talks, one featuring Mike Galiazzo, president of RMI, and another featuring Eddie Resende, CEO of WTCI; closed out their 25-year celebration storytelling project with an article featuring past executive director, George Davis, and celebrates current TEDCO CEO, Troy LeMaile-Stovall, being named as one of BBJ’s Power 10 Honorees.

United Therapeutics Corporation, co-headquartered in Silver Spring and the first publicly traded biopharma to become a public benefit corporation (PBC), announced the release of its 2023 Corporate Responsibility and Public Benefit Report on September 12. “Patient outcomes are our top priority,” said James Edgemond, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer of United Therapeutics. “We also know patient outcomes are inextricably linked to the other domains of our PBC goals. For example, we need smart, committed, passionate people to do this work, and we need to steward our resources — human, financial, and environmental — to get better, long-lasting outcomes.”

The University System of Maryland (USM), based in Baltimore and the state’s public higher education system, kicked off the fall 2023 semester with steady enrollment, innovations in value and affordability, and leadership transitions at Towson University and the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science (UMCES). In his latest newsletter, USM Chancellor Jay A. Perman discussed the strength of the System’s transfer pipeline, with universities across the System awarding more than $12 million in aid to two-year transfer students. Last year, 36,000 enrolled students had transferred into the USM, and more than one-quarter of them came from a Maryland community college.

Weller Development Partners, based in Bethesda and a commercial real estate development firm, announced the advancement of two exceptional projects this summer. The opening of The Crossvines in Poolesville, MD, marked the launch of an eagerly-awaited venue featuring a restaurant, event and wedding venue, vineyards, and custom crush facility. The Crossvines is quickly becoming one of the most sought-after special event and wedding destinations in the Washington, D.C. region. At Baltimore Peninsula, ROOST Baltimore celebrated the grand opening of their boutique hotel blending luxury apartments and amenities. Learn more at wellerdevelopment.com, and stay updated through their podcast “From The Ground Up with Marc Weller,” featuring top executives and leaders in the real estate industry.

About Maryland Marketing Partnership
The Maryland Marketing Partnership, founded in statute as the Maryland Public-Private Partnership Marketing Corporation, develops branding strategy for the state, markets the state’s assets, and encourages the location and growth of new businesses in Maryland.

Media Contact

Ellina Buettner, Abel Communications for Maryland Marketing Partnership, 4104195945, [email protected], https://business.maryland.gov/

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Global COVID-19 Testing Strategic Business Report 2023: Market to Reach $5.8 Billion by 2030, Declining by 16.3% – US and Europe Dominate, Asia-Pacific to Witness Fastest Growth



DUBLIN, Sept. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The “COVID-19 Testing – Global Strategic Business Report” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. Global COVID-19 Testing Market to Reach $5.8 Billion by 2030 The global market for COVID-19 Testing estimated at US$24.2 Billion in…

Surf Brand Hurley Partners with SKALE To Mint Their Sold Out NFT Collection


“We know our athletes and consumers look for immersive and fun experiences, and we wanted them to be able to play across both the physical and digital worlds,” says Ralph Gindi, Bluestar Alliance Chief Operating Officer.

The sold-out Hurley Super Loot Box Packs come with the Surfing Sloths ‘Reef’ and “Sandy’ who have exclusive performance advantages in the game featuring the most rare and unique styling accessories.

Hurley partnered with SKALE Network, the world’s fastest blockchain, to mint the digital collection and game, Super Surfer™. Hurley chose SKALE because of its high performance, zero-cost gas fees, and advanced security features.

SKALE is a robust platform that can handle the next-generation needs of a brand as dynamic and innovative as Hurley. “We have always believed that games were one of the best candidates to utilize the advantages of our blockchain,” states Jack O’Holleran, CEO and co-founder of the SKALE Network.

Jump.trade, a major player in the NFT and gaming ecosystem, is hosting the Hurley mint.
The mint takes place this Saturday, September 23, 2023, and the Hurley Super Surfer™ game is already available for download on Google Play and the App Store with an NFT-integrated version launching by the end of September.

About Hurley
Hurley, the renowned lifestyle brand that embodies the essence of coastal living, especially with its inclination towards beaches and surfing. Fueling the passions of action sports enthusiasts worldwide, Hurley’s innovative products redefine the boundaries of style and performance. Seamlessly merging fashion-forward designs with sustainability at its core, Hurley embraces a wave of change, keeping intact its enthusiasm in embracing new technology in resonance with its fans and enthusiasts.

Hurley, with its paddling beginnings in Costa Mesa, California, has come a long way from manufacturing superior surfboards all the way to not only sponsoring surfing events but also expanding its forays into water conservation and creating a sports-and-surroundings-aware community!

About SKALE
SKALE is the world’s fastest blockchain, designed for fast, secure, user-centric Ethereum scaling. SKALE chains offer zero gas fees to end-users and have advanced features such as ML/AI smart contracts, on-chain file storage, interchain messaging, zero-cost minting, and enhanced security features. SKALE-G is the first fully decentralized Layer 1 permissionless blockchain to roll into Ethereum and use Layer 2 operatorless ZK rollups.

The SKALE network enables developers to deploy their own EVM blockchain in minutes without sacrificing speed, security, or decentralization. Welcome to the SKALEverse.

Media Contact

Jonathan Duran, SKALE, 8167285472, [email protected], https://skale.space/

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Matt Huffman Law Donates $2,500 to Georgetown Divide Rotary Foundation


The funds were made available following Matt Huffman’s collaboration with the Singleton Schreiber law firm in assisting Mosquito Fire survivors in reaching settlements with PG&E. This partnership underscores the firm’s commitment to aiding the El Dorado community’s recovery efforts after the Mosquito Fire.

Expressing his gratitude, Matt Huffman commented, “It’s an honor to work with the good people of Georgetown, Volcanoville, and surrounding areas in their effort to recover from the Mosquito Fire.”

The Georgetown Divide Rotary Foundation, founded in 2016, is a nonprofit committed to community enrichment, offering financial aid for scholarships, youth initiatives, and diverse community projects throughout the Georgetown Divide. The charity embodies Rotary’s core mission of service in local communities, workplaces, and on a global scale.

For more information about Matt Huffman Law and its community engagement initiatives, please visit https://www.matthuffmanlaw.com/.

About Matt Huffman Law

With a proven record of success and a deep commitment to achieving justice for wildfire victims, Matt Huffman Law stands as a steadfast advocate in the face of adversity. Leveraging years of experience in litigating complex wildfire claims, the firm is resolute in its mission to provide comprehensive legal representation, ensure accountability, and secure rightful compensation for those affected.

Media Contact

Charlotte Arkwright, Exults Internet Marketing Agency, +1 (954) 773 – 9920, [email protected]

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