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Society: Disabled Issues / Disabilities

ALOM Senior Director Shireen Garrison Receives Women in Supply Chain Award

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“In a world that is increasingly complex and regulated, Shireen and her team plan and implement innovative supply chain solutions that provide customers with visibility, agility and streamlined simplicity. Personifying the ALOM value proposition perfectly, Shireen brings to each customer relationship a caring and collaborative approach to understanding every requirement and then launching highly-sophisticated new programs that position our customers for growth, success and service excellence,” said ALOM President and CEO Hannah Kain.

In 2022, Garrison was promoted to the position of Senior Director of Strategic Client Services and now leads new customer onboarding and account success initiatives. Globally, Garrison and her team analyze stakeholder needs and onboard comprehensive programs that ALOM executes to six sigma quality and service levels.

As a compelling advocate and example of ALOM’s cultural values, Garrison has helped the company address the ongoing supply chain talent shortage and attract top talent to ALOM. Her team has grown 62% over the past 24 months with 100% staff retention. By serving as a mentor and informational resource to new staff members, she reinforces ALOM’s culture of respect and inclusion.

“It makes me proud to see my co-workers and business associates, both men and women, grow and succeed in the supply chain industry,” Garrison said. “This is a rewarding, flexible, and collaborative industry, and there is nothing more satisfying than motivating supply chain professionals to advance new ideas and achieve results greater than anyone believed possible.”

“This year, we received over 400 submissions, the highest amount of applications not only for this award, but also for all of our awards. What’s more, 118 of those applications were submitted by male counterparts, nominating their boss, co-worker or associate. Last year, that figure was just at 75. Also this year, 39 women self-nominated, a tremendous uptick from last year’s award, which just saw 12 self-nominations. This shows progress. This shows hope that one day, we won’t need an award like this because men and women in the supply chain will be equal,” says Marina Mayer, Editor-in-Chief of Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive. “While there’s still more work to be done, what we’re doing is working. From truck drivers to CEOs, what these winners are doing matters to the future of all supply chains.”

Recipients will be honored at the Women in Supply Chain Forum taking place November 14-15, 2023 in Atlanta. See https://www.womeninsupplychainforum.com to register and learn more.

About Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive
Food Logistics reaches more than 26,000 supply chain executives in the global food and beverage industries, including executives in the food sector (growers, producers, manufacturers, wholesalers and grocers) and the logistics section (transportation, warehousing, distribution, software and technology) who share a mutual interest in the operations and business aspects of the global cold food supply chain. Supply & Demand Chain Executive is the only supply chain publication covering the entire global supply chain, focusing on trucking, warehousing, packaging, procurement, risk management, professional development and more. Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive also operate SCN Summit and Women in Supply Chain Forum. Go to http://www.FoodLogistics.com and http://www.SDCExec.com to learn more.

About ALOM
ALOM is a global supply chain management services and solutions provider, serving as a strategic partner to its Fortune 500 clients in the technology, automotive, life sciences, and highly regulated industry sectors. Headquartered in Fremont, CA, USA, its teams of technology engineers and supply chain specialists operate globally from 19 locations.

Committed to environmental and social responsibility, ALOM manages the physical supply chain from procurement, inventory management, contract assembly, digital media and print, to omni-channel fulfillment and returns. ALOM seamlessly integrates digital and financial streams into the physical supply chain, deploying e-commerce and payment solutions, visibility tools, digital delivery tools, data management, and strong back-end systems, all while producing and fulfilling goods worldwide.

ALOM is proud to deliver its clients’ products and services impeccably, enrich the end-user experience, and uphold their brand reputations. https://alom.com/ 

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Lynthia Romney, ALOM, (914) 589-2140, [email protected], www.alom.com

Paul Hendrycks, ALOM, (510) 360-3628, [email protected], www.alom.com

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Health Tech Academy Launches Curriculum for Aspiring Surgical Technologists

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“We are thrilled to announce our latest curriculum tailored specifically for aspiring surgical technologists,” said Shamsah Noorani, CEO of Health Tech Academy. “Our online platform, certified educators, senior mentorship team, and the courses themselves were all designed to prepare students for successful healthcare careers.”

Among the program’s stand-out features is its emphasis on hands-on learning. Students can practice and refine their skills through digital labs, simulations, and other education models that offer a virtual, risk-free environment. Hands-on experience builds student confidence and amplifies aptitude for hire as a natural supplement to core education and assessments.

“Our Surgical Technologist bootcamp represents the next step in our commitment to high-quality education,” said Health Tech Academy Chairman and lead investor Ed Sattar. “We created each feature of this program —from coursework to our career assessment that evaluates your potential—with real students, real people in mind.”

This latest initiative headlines Health Tech Academy’s comprehensive suite of healthcare career certification programs, including online curriculums for aspiring medical assistants, patient care technicians, and medical coders. They remain committed to bridging the gap between medical knowledge and practical skill, in ways that connect students with rewarding healthcare careers without years of university coursework.

Health Tech Academy empowers the future healthcare workforce to provide life-changing opportunities for personal and professional growth.

If you would like more information about the Surgical Technologist bootcamp from Health Tech Academy, or any of their other preparatory healthcare bootcamp programs, visit the Surgical Technology Bootcamp page, or call (855) 590-6601, to learn more.

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Shamsah Noorani, Health Tech Academy, 1 512-940-1981, [email protected], https://www.healthtechacademy.org/

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Tony Lama Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with the Premiere of El Hijo De El Paso

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Tony Lama, a renowned name in Western footwear, is excited to join the nation in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month. This month-long celebration, which runs from September 15 to October 15, is an opportunity to recognize the Hispanic community’s profound culture, historical significance, and invaluable contributions. Tony Lama has launched a special campaign to honor this celebration and showcase the rich heritage and traditions that define their brand.

EL PASO, Texas, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Tony Lama, a renowned name in Western footwear, is excited to join the nation in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month. This month-long celebration, which runs from September 15 to October 15, is an opportunity to recognize the Hispanic community’s profound culture, historical significance, and invaluable contributions. Tony Lama has launched a special campaign to honor this celebration and showcase the rich heritage and traditions that define their brand.

Tony Lama is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with a short film highlighting the Hispanic community. El Hijo De El Paso, which means The Son of El Paso, highlights a charro’s dedication to his craft and legacy, a previous advertising director who helped shape the Tony Lama brand, Tony Lama’s grandson, and artisans from the El Paso factory. These artisans demonstrate pride and dedication in their work, embodying Tony Lama’s legacy. This captivating film, entirely in Spanish with English subtitles, premiered on Friday, September 15 at 7 p.m. CST.

Meet the Artisans featured in El Hijo De El Paso:

  • Tomas Garcilazo, Charro On The Road
  • Joseph Lama, Head of Purchasing at Tony Lama
  • Armando Romero, Former Director of Advertising at Tony Lama
  • Robert Torrez, Factory Manager at Tony Lama
  • Jesus Campos, Development & Design at Tony Lama
  • Claudia Navarro, Quality Inspector at Tony Lama
  • Eder Ramirez, Welt Stitcher at Tony Lama

“As a Hispanic myself, it was important to me to get this piece right. I wanted to pay homage to the artisans and the legacy that continues today in the world-renowned brand that is Tony Lama in the short film El Hijo De El Paso,” says Juan Ojeda, Videographer at Tony Lama. “This film showcases the pride in our roots, our culture, our people, and our boots. You won’t find another group of people who are more proud of their work than those who work at Tony Lama!”

Tony Lama’s Hispanic Heritage Month campaign centers on honoring the Hispanic community’s invaluable contributions to Western culture. The campaign pays tribute to the vibrant customs, artistic expressions, and achievements that have shaped the Western landscape for generations. Tony Lama wants to highlight the community that contributes so much to their brand and respect their values and artisanship. 99% of artisans in their El Paso, Texas factory are Hispanic. Without their dedication and craftsmanship, Tony Lama would not be the brand it is today.

“Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to pay tribute to the multifaceted experiences and immeasurable contributions of the Hispanic community,” said Taylor Morton, Public Relations Manager at Tony Lama. “At Tony Lama, we are proud to honor this celebration and the rich heritage that inspires us with an incredible short film. From the skilled artisans who create our boots to the vibrant traditions that define our artistry, we are honored to showcase our reverence for Hispanic culture.”

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month is crucial to Tony Lama’s commitment to cultural recognition. The brand will continue to honor the heritage of the Hispanic community and embrace the diverse experiences that shape Western culture.

Join Tony Lama in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month! Visit TonyLama.com to learn more about their campaign and watch the El Hijo De El Paso premiere.

About Tony Lama Boots
Tony Lama Boots is a brand of Western footwear that was founded in 1911 by Tony Lama in El Paso, Texas. Throughout history, Tony Lama has repeatedly proven to be the world’s most recognized Western boot brand by building a wide range of boots for both men and women, including cowboy boots, work boots, and casual shoes. Each pair of prized Tony Lama boots is a true work of art, meticulously crafted of the finest leathers. This reputation comes from 100+ years of experience in perfecting every step in the bootmaking process. For more information, visit http://www.tonylama.com.

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Spatially Health Appoints Tom Fluegel to Advisory Board to Foster Advancements and Expansion in Healthcare

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“It’s a privilege to have Tom Fluegel join our Advisory Board,” stated Dr. Hillit Meidar-Alfi, the CEO and co-founder of Spatially Health. “Tom’s extensive knowledge of quality improvement and his years of experience will be crucial in shaping the trajectory of Spatially Health and amplifying our influence.”

Tom has held leadership roles in the healthcare industry for more than 25 years. For the past decade, he has served as the Chief Operating Officer for the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA), a non-profit organization driving healthcare quality improvement through accreditation, measurement, and government contracting. Tom leads all aspects of strategic planning, business planning, and operational execution to achieve NCQA’s mission and goals. Prior to NCQA, he served as Chief Operating Officer for a subsidiary of Coventry Health Care.

Previously, he held diverse leadership positions at UnitedHealth Group, including two Vice President posts, Chief Information Officer, and Senior Vice President for Client Operations. He also directed group administration, sales, and account management activities with Cigna, as well as acquisitions, integration, and operations at SafeGuard Health Enterprises. Tom holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Washington University in St. Louis and an MBA from the University of Miami.

Spatially Health is growing at a rapid pace. The number of organizations already using the Equity EqualizerTM platform to address SDOH include ACO Health Partners, in Jacksonville, Florida, Asaar Medical, a Boca Raton, Florida-based ACO Reach Organization, Shore Quality Partners, an ACO Reach Organization in New Jersey and ilumed, an Accountable Care Organization REACH, based in Jupiter, Florida.

The platform continues to evolve, helping ACOs gain deeper insights into their patient populations, identify health disparities, and allocate resources effectively to reduce compliance and financial risks and promote health equity. Spatially Health will continue working with its partners to introduce new capabilities and ensure they are fully leveraged to advance health equity.

Spatially Health’s Equity Equalizer™ platform pinpoints specific obstacles to each patient’s health equity and recommends tailored solutions to stimulate patient involvement and boost the effectiveness of healthcare management strategies, culminating in better health results.

About Spatially Health

Founded in 2019, Spatially Health provides intelligent decision support and guidance platforms for risk-based organizations that are focused on improving the quality of health outcomes for vulnerable populations. Spatially Health is a female-founded and female-lead team, founded by Hillit Meidar-Alfi, Ph.D., and Adi Segal. Spatially Health is headquartered in Miami, Florida.

The company’s Equity Equalizer PlatformTM helps risk-based entities lower compliance and financial risks while improving the quality of health outcomes for vulnerable populations. Spatially Health is an SDOH expert whose platform ties SDOH factors to health outcomes and costs. The platform’s proprietary models leverage location intelligence and spatial analytics that go beyond ZIP codes and provide granular patient insights at the hyper-local level. Spatially Health helps identify and quantify SDOH health barriers at the individual level, guiding decision-makers on where and how to allocate resources to maximize positive impact and promote equity. For more information on Spatially Health, visit http://www.SpatiallyHealth.com or connect with Spatially Health on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

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Cessie Cerrato, Cessie C. Communications, 1 7862950493, [email protected], Cessie C. Communications 

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Science: Biology

OneSource Virtual Launches myFlexWallet, a Comprehensive Digital Wallet for Employee Financial Well-Being

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It also integrates OSV’s myFlexSpend to further enhance the new app’s capabilities and create a truly unified experience for employees by allowing them to view and manage their consumer-directed health accounts side by side with these other solutions. More features are planned for the app as well.

“Digital, on-demand finance services are reshaping employee expectations around wage access and financial well-being benefits,” said Michael Roseman, OSV’s chief operating officer. “myFlexWallet will help businesses meet those evolving needs and expectations. Employees get more flexibility and control over their finances while employers gain a valuable tool for recruitment and retention.”

“myFlexWallet is more than another digital wallet,” added Valerie Van Gorp, vice president of Customer Operations for OSV. “For many employees, it will give them more freedom and control over how and when they access their wages than they’ve ever had before. It can also help them reduce or eliminate late payment fees for bills, while unbanked or underbanked employees can gain access to banking features they may not have had access to before.”

Research from BrightPlan shows that financial stress can negatively impact productivity and engagement, costing companies an estimated $200 billion each year. myFlexWallet aims to reduce that stress to produce benefits for employers as well as employees.

Already, companies are making gains in those areas with myFlexPay, another OSV payroll solution. Companies offering myFlexPay have seen an 11% increase in hours worked by employees and a 16% reduction in turnover. And of those employees who have used myFlexPay, 90% say their financial situation has improved. Since 2021, OSV has distributed nearly $100 million in earned wages for Workday customers through myFlexPay.

“[Earned wage access] is a great benefit to an employee,” said Jill Palmer, payroll specialist for Purple, about OSV’s myFlexPay solution. “They’re in control of their own money and they can access it right away if they need it. We’ve seen a lot of our people use it for different reasons. And as the employer, we don’t have to think anything about it.”

myFlexWallet builds on the promise of these capabilities by giving users a single hub for accessing all of OSV’s employee-focused payroll and benefits solutions. With the complete solution, myFlexWallet will be a powerful addition to any company’s financial well-being offerings for its ability to empower employees at all levels of an organization.

“myFlexWallet has the potential to make a huge difference for employees, regardless of their role or their access to traditional banking solutions,” added Michael Roseman. “And with the adoption of digital wallets expected to spike in the next few years, we’re excited to be at the forefront of delivering such an empowering tool.”

About OneSource Virtual

OneSource Virtual exists to help customers thrive by boosting their capacity for growth through co-sourced HR and Finance and Accounting. Working across industries in North America and EMEA, OneSource Virtual’s teams offer their expertise and deep knowledge to deliver comprehensive solutions and services to over 850 BPaaS customers.

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Alec Woodward, OneSource Virtual, 1 (972) 916-9847, [email protected], onesourcevirtual.com

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Society: Social Services

IICF’s Inaugural Philanthropic Giving Index Benchmarks 2022 Industry Grants over $1 Billion

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The Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation (IICF) today announces the results of the benchmark IICF Philanthropic Giving Index, an independent review of philanthropic activity across the insurance industry, including property and casualty, life and more.

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation (IICF), a unique nonprofit organization dedicated to helping communities and enriching lives, today announces the results of the benchmark IICF Philanthropic Giving Index, an independent review of philanthropic activity across the insurance industry, including property and casualty, life and more. This inaugural Philanthropic Index determined the insurance industry contributed more than $1 billion in support of various charitable endeavors in 2022. This data will be collected annually by IICF.

“IICF is proud to announce these collective philanthropic findings and provide the industry with a remarkable figure representative of the generous charitable giving and support by our many insurance businesses,” said Bill Ross, CEO of IICF. “Many of these companies are represented on IICF Boards of Directors across the US and UK, thereby amplifying their impact in the communities where we live and work.”

Alongside the industry’s charitable giving, the Philanthropic Giving Index revealed other community contributions demonstrating the industry’s dedication to giving and volunteerism:

  •     137,300 nonprofit partners and causes received support
  •     7.5 million volunteer hours were served
  •     93,500 insurance professionals volunteered

With research support from the Insurance Information Institute (III), IICF reviewed data from 120 companies, representative of all sectors of the insurance industry, for this snapshot of industrywide charitable giving and supporting data.

As IICF announces its inaugural philanthropic analysis across the industry, the unifying charitable foundation for the insurance industry is also preparing for its annual Week of Giving, the largest ongoing volunteer initiative in the industry. The event, which began as an insurance volunteer initiative more than nineteen years ago, celebrates the industry’s year-round commitment to charitable giving and volunteerism.

The 2023 IICF Week of Giving will be held Oct. 14 – 21, gathering thousands of insurance professionals across the US and UK to participate in service projects, ranging from book drives, community clean-up projects, mock interviews and much more. Each initiative is designed to support critical community causes including food insecurity and homelessness, education, disaster preparedness and veterans.

To learn more and register, please visit: volunteer.iicf.org

About the Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation (IICF)
The Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation (IICF) is a unique nonprofit that unites the collective strengths of the insurance industry to help communities and enrich lives through grants, volunteer service and leadership. Established in 1994, IICF has served as the philanthropic voice and foundation of the insurance industry for close to thirty years, contributing more than $45 million in community grants along with over 325,000 volunteer hours by more than 115,000 industry professionals. IICF reinvests locally where funds are raised, serving hundreds of charities and nonprofit organizations, for maximum community impact.

IICF is a registered nonprofit organization under section 501(c)(3) of the IRS code. Learn more at http://www.iicf.org or follow us on social media at:  LinkedIn and Instagram.

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Hari Rajagopalan, IICF, 610-559-7585, [email protected] 

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Society: Disabled Issues / Disabilities

Gallaudet University Director of Storytelling and Alumna Storm Smith Named to Ad Age’s Prestigious “40 Under 40” List; Honored as Marketing and Media Trailblazer

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Gallaudet University Director of Storytelling and alumna Storm Smith has been named to Ad Age’s 2023 40 Under 40, an annual prestigious list honoring marketing and media trailblazers who have made significant contributions to the worlds of media, technology, advertising, and marketing within the last year.

WASHINGTON, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Gallaudet University Director of Storytelling and alumna Storm Smith has been named to Ad Age’s 2023 40 Under 40, the university announced today. Gallaudet University is the leading university in the world for deaf and hard of hearing students.

Ad Age’s annual 40 Under 40 is a prestigious list honoring marketing and media trailblazers who have made significant contributions to the worlds of media, technology, advertising, or marketing within the last year. Ad Age is a leading global media brand for an influential audience of decision makers and disruptors across the marketing and media landscape.

Smith joins 39 fellow 40 Under 40 honorees, all of whom have been recognized as paradigm breakers, smart thinkers, and thought leaders making a difference in the world. Selected from hundreds of nominations, Smith joins honorees from marketing giants such as Amazon, Disney and Chipolte, and startups including Oatly and Mejuri.

“I am so honored to be named to this prestigious list,” said Smith. “I have had a lifelong calling to transform the way we tell stories of BIPOC individuals with disabilities, to ensure they are centered around human truths in the positive lights, to create visual stories that have the power to influence and impact our world. To be recognized by Ad Age for doing what I love is really a dream come true.”

Brandi Rarus, Gallaudet’s Chief Communications and Undergraduate Marketing Officer, said, “We are delighted that Storm has been named a member of the 2023 Class of the Ad Age 40 Under 40. Storm is a brilliant storyteller with a gift for making the Deaf experience relatable to a wide variety of audiences. She is also an inspiring mentor to students who aspire to careers in marketing communications.”

At Gallaudet University, Smith leads storytelling for Gallaudet’s enrollment marketing unit. She also leads an internship program, “Through Our Eyes Creative Productions,” in which undergraduate students learn the art of creative and inclusive storytelling with Smith as their mentor.

Smith is an award-winning transformative storyteller and prominent thought leader advancing intersectional disability inclusion and social change in the creative and advertising industries. Prior to working at Gallaudet University, she was the first Deaf woman recruited by BBDO Worldwide, one of the leading advertising agencies in the world. Smith also served as the first Deaf juror at Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity.

Recognized by President Barack Obama, Smith’s storytelling has shined a positive light on critical societal issues such as people with intersectionality of disabilities, youth, LGBTQIA+, Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC+). She has collaborated with major brands: Apple, Meta, and Amazon Studios; award-winning actors and influencers Crissa Jackson, Marlee Matlin, Natasha Ofili, and Lauren Ridloff; and major films, including Sound of Metal. With Ofili, she co-created Am I Next?, a powerful story calling to dismantle systemic racism as told from the Black Deaf experience; and directed The Multi, a short film which Ofili wrote and which was screened at the 2022 BFI London Film Festival, and Slamdance, which spotlights a Black deaf woman’s journey confronting past trauma.

Smith served as Director and Creative Consultant for Conde Nast’s Bridging the Gap film, which earned Gold Honors in the 2022 Shorty Awards for social media, exploring deaf representation and inclusion through the lenses of Gallaudet alumna and Starbucks barista Sami Liddick and University of Washington professor Sarah Coppola. With the nationwide campaign from ZP Better Together “Stand With the Deaf Community,” Smith was featured in a powerful advocacy film calling for federal action to ensure equal communications access for the deaf community. She has also appeared on Capitol Hill and at South by Southwest.

Smith serves on the Ad Age Diversity Council and as a member of the Board of Directors of the Billion Strong Foundation.

Gallaudet University, federally chartered in 1864, is a bilingual, diverse, multicultural institution of higher education that ensures the intellectual and professional advancement of deaf, hard of hearing, and deafblind individuals through American Sign Language and English.

Media Contact:
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Senior Public and Media Relations Manager
Office of University Communications
Gallaudet University
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Lifestyle: Self Help

HeardThat Named Best AI Product

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As one of five finalists in its category, HeardThat set itself apart with its deep learning-based algorithms that separate speech from noise

VANCOUVER, BC, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Singular Hearing, a subsidiary of Singular Software and creator of HeardThat, announced today it received the distinction of Best AI Product in the Health category at the CogX Awards 2023. HeardThat was one of five finalists, and the win affirms its leadership in harnessing AI to the critical and common problem—the reduced ability to hear conversations in noisy places.

The CogX Awards, presented by CogX Live, celebrates outstanding achievements in artificial intelligence and recognizes companies and emerging technologies that have made exceptional contributions to the industry.

HeardThat’s innovative AI-backed app leverages the power of smartphones to separate background noise from speech, delivering effortless conversations to users. The app aims to solve the correlation between hearing loss and social isolation. Without intervention, social isolation and loneliness can have mental and cognitive effects, including increased risks of dementia, heart disease, and stroke, as well as higher rates of depression, anxiety, and suicide, according to the CDC.

The CogX Awards 2023 panel of judges, composed of esteemed thought leaders in AI and technology, recognized HeardThat’s ability to improve the intelligibility of conversations for users, empowering them to re-engage in social settings and other noisy places and reducing the feelings of social isolation.

“We’re thrilled to receive the Best AI Product in Health award from CogX,” said Bruce Sharpe, CEO and creator of HeardThat. “This recognition reinforces our commitment to solving a major issue many of us experience. HeardThat is not just an app; it’s a tool that empowers users to get back into the conversations and enjoy social gatherings with ease.”

“We’re recognizing Singular Hearing, whose groundbreaking app, HeardThat, leverages the power of AI to transform ordinary smartphones into state-of-the-art hearing-assistive devices, ensuring everyone can enjoy crystal clear conversations in bustling environments and stay connected with loved ones. It’s truly a game-changer for conversations in the heart of noise,” said the CogX Awards judging panel.

For more information, please visit heardthat.ai.

About Singular Hearing
Singular Hearing is a subsidiary of Singular Software. Founder and CEO Bruce Sharpe and his team of AI experts have extensive experience in audio technology and a deep passion for finding effective solutions to everyday problems. They leverage machine learning and speech processing to create innovative products that help people live better by hearing better.

Singular Hearing is the creator of HeardThat, an award-winning innovative app that turns smartphones into sophisticated hearing-assistive devices. HeardThat helps those with hearing challenges by delivering clear speech in noisy environments.

HeardThat was named the Best AI Product in Health at the CogX Awards 2023. It was named runner-up at the AGE-WELL National Impact Challenge 2022. The app also won the What’s Next Innovation Challenge Sponsored by AARP Innovation Labs at the 17th Annual What’s Next Longevity Venture Summit and was named the first runner-up in the What’s Next Business Plan Competition at the 17th What’s Next Longevity Venture Summit. For more information, please visit heardthat.ai.

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Kim Peterson, Singular Hearing, (720) 316-4517, [email protected], https://heardthat.ai 

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health and fitness

Emerging Growth Markets in Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East

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A growing number of nations in Southeast Asia—including Malaysia, Thailand, Cambodia, and Indonesia—now offer basic medical coverage to their citizens. This trend is leading to fast expanding demand for medical devices, drugs, and diagnostic test kits and reagents, benefiting Western companies marketing their products in the region. These countries will boast higher growth than the world market.

Mexico’s IVD market is worth about $743 million in 2023, and with 3.6% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) the market will reach $886 million in 2028. Growth is supported by continued acceptance of advanced equipment and growing distribution channels. Segments with strong demand include immunoassays, microbiology and histology/cytology.

Saudi Arabia is another emerging IVD player. Trends in the sales of these products will reflect procedures provided by 557 hospitals, 98,400 physicians, and 9,800 clinical laboratories. Driving the IVD market in Saudi Arabia included 4.9 million hospital admissions, 18.3 million inpatient days, 5.4 million surgical procedures, and 188 million outpatient episodes. Health and living standards in Saudi Arabia are very good. About 85% of the population has ready access to medical providers. The market for diagnostics in Saudi Arabia is estimated at $591 million in 2023 and is expected to grow 5.9% annually to $789 million by 2028.

For more information, purchase “The Worldwide Market for In Vitro Diagnostics” here.

About “The Worldwide Market for In Vitro Diagnostics”

This report, The Worldwide Market for In Vitro Diagnostics, now in its 16th Edition, details IVD activity on a global scope. The report looks at the entirety of the in vitro diagnostic market and makes forecasts, accesses trends, and scrutinizes vendor activities.

The report discusses tests and technologies that are currently available and those that are expected to take their place. Generally, current products and technologies establish the standard of care and its value to payers. Meanwhile, market analysis in this report covers world markets for in vitro diagnostics, with an emphasis on the developed areas of the globe—North America, Japan and Western Europe.

The report also covers more than twenty core market segments, including:

  •     Blood Bank Molecular
  •     Blood Bank Screening
  •     Blood Grouping/Typing
  •     Circulating Tumor Cells
  •     Clinical Chemistry
  •     Coagulation
  •     Continuous Glucose
  •     COVID-19
  •     D-dimer
  •     Drugs of Abuse
  •     HbA1c Immunoassays, Lab-Based
  •     Hematology
  •     Histology/Cytology
  •     HPV, molecular
  •     Immunoassays, Infectious Disease
  •     Immunoassays, Other
  •     Mass Spectrometry
  •     Microbiology (ID/AST)
  •     Molecular Microbiology
  •     Nucleic Acid Assays
  •     POC Professional
  •     POC, OTC diabetes
  •     POC, OTC Other

Why Kalorama Information?

Kalorama Information, part of Science and Medicine Group, is the leading publisher of market research in healthcare areas, including in vitro diagnostics (IVD), biotechnology, medical devices, and pharmaceuticals. Kalorama Information produces dozens of reports a year. The firm offers a Knowledge Center, which provides access to all published reports.

Kalorama Information’s studies feature independent primary research conducted by experienced analysts. Researchers build their market analysis independently from published databases, validating data with inside industry contacts and extensive secondary research, so you can have confidence that you’re getting your information from the most trusted source in the industry!

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Daniel Granderson, Kalorama Information, a Science and Medicine Group Company, 703-778-3080, [email protected], https://kaloramainformation.com/

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