TAMPA, Fla., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The National Pediatric Cancer Foundation (NPCF), a leader in the fight against childhood cancer, kicks off National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month by announcing a $1 million donation match campaign. With only 4% of all federal funding for…
When asked what inspired the author to write this book, Brad said, “This book emerged from the hardships experienced and missteps made throughout my very own pre-deployment process and family preparation thereof. That said, I explore the pitfalls and successes experienced and share how an intentional, authentic, and dedicated prayer life will benefit both the service member and their loving family as they navigate the pre-deployment process and then their tour. This guidebook descends from a desire to augment the existing literature on deployment readiness provided, any guidance devoid of mention of an all-powerful, all-knowing, and ever-present God exacerbates an incomplete sight picture and understanding of the totality of the tools at one’s disposal. Prayerfully, this guidebook will help service members and their families, regardless of belief system or creed, set the stage for a physically, emotionally, and spiritually rewarding journey!”
Brad D. Nelson, PhD, is from Hillsboro, Ohio, and is a 2023 Marquis Who’s Who Listee and active-duty Air Force officer assigned to Wright-Patterson AFB, in Ohio. He is a Christian who has two combat tours under his belt (e.g… one with the Army to Iraq, and another with the Air Force to Afghanistan). Brad is active in his church and community, a “Big Brother” for Big Brothers, Big Sisters of America, and an impassioned advocate for improving the plight of Returning Citizens. His favorite Old Testament scripture is, “The fruit of righteousness is a tree of life, and he who wins souls is wise.” (Proverbs 11:30). Brad and his wife, Amanda, reside in the Dayton, Ohio, area. For more information about the author and his book, visit http://www.bradnelsonphd.com.
Xulon Press, a division of Salem Media Group, is the world’s largest Christian self-publisher, with more than 20,000 titles published to date. Pre-Deployment Guidebook from a Christian’s Perspective is available online through xulonpress.com/bookstore, amazon.com, and barnesandnoble.com.
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Brad D. Nelson, PhD, Salem Author Services, (937) 993-1193, [email protected], www.bradnelsonphd.com
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“Although mental health and medical conditions can be equally congruent, insurers and employers typically only focus on the primary diagnosis when determining the time away from work,” said Ms. Bloom-Pugliese. “What’s missing is the analysis and understanding of the broader impact of mental health conditions as co-morbidities for physical diagnoses. We look forward to sharing recommendations for how workers’ compensation professionals can better manage these claims moving forward.”
For those interested in attending National Comp, registration details and additional information can be found at: https://wcconference.com/.
About ODG
ODG, an MCG Health company, (http://www.mcg.com/odg) provides unbiased, evidence-based guidelines that support workers’ comp, disability, and auto liability claims and medical management in their efforts to confidently and effectively return people to health. The clinical guidelines and analytical tools within ODG are designed to improve and benchmark return-to-work performance, facilitate quality care while limiting inappropriate utilization, assess claim risk for interventional triage, and set reserves based on industry data.
About MCG
MCG, part of the Hearst Health network, provides unbiased clinical guidance that gives healthcare organizations confidence in delivering patient-centered care. MCG’s artificial intelligence and technology, infused with clinical expertise, enable its clients to prioritize and simplify their work. MCG’s world-class customer service ensures clients maximize the benefits of licensing MCG solutions – demonstrating improved clinical and financial outcomes. For more information visit http://www.mcg.com.
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Arri Burgess, MCG Health, (206) 389-5405, [email protected], https://www.mcg.com/
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He continued, “The utilization of IVL in clinical practice continues to increase and our commitment to differentiated, procedurally-efficient, and cost-effective systems is unwavering. I’m thankful for our board of directors and their recognition of the significant upside for our company . In addition, I’m grateful to have such an impressive list of physician KOLs and medical device industry professionals demonstrate their confidence in our team as we aim to seize the tremendous opportunities ahead for FastWave.”
The company’s journey began just two and a half years ago with a clear vision: to address the challenges of artery calcification, a significant predictor of adverse cardiac events, through differentiated IVL platforms. An aging global population that calls for effective and minimally invasive solutions has never been higher. FastWave’s charge to this cause has led to the development of multiple IVL systems, providing physicians with more treatment options that are economical and easy to use.
Dr. Arthur Lee, a renowned Interventional Cardiologist and Advisor with High Circle Ventures, shared, “IVL is an impressive therapy and FastWave’s team is moving remarkably quickly. Their inventive IVL systems promise to fill much-needed gaps with existing technologies and I’m excited about the prospects of treating my patients with FastWave’s devices.”
The recent infusion of capital will bolster the continued development of FastWave’s IVL systems, propelling the company’s key pre-clinical and clinical initiatives into new horizons. The financing round, graced by participation from esteemed physician KOLs and leading industry stakeholders, highlights the medical community’s trust in FastWave’s transformative capabilities.
FastWave Medical’s rapid progression, exemplified by this oversubscribed fundraise, reinforces its growing momentum in the cardiovascular sector. The innovative nature of its IVL systems presents a significant opportunity, heralding a new era for clinicians and drawing keen interest from investors.
“I’m involved in numerous medtech startups and the pace at which FastWave is advancing is unparalleled, and this financing is a testament to that,” commented JC Sun, a FastWave co-founder and board member. Another board member and co-founder, Brady Hatcher, added, “The potential for FastWave is incredibly exciting, and both the medical community and investors recognize this. Our team is firing on all cylinders and I’m thrilled to be a part of something special.”
About FastWave Medical Inc.
FastWave Medical is at the forefront of developing IVL systems for calcific artery disease. With an emphasis on procedural efficiency and cost-effectiveness, FastWave aspires to redefine the sector by introducing next-generation IVL technologies that elevate patient care and the clinician experience. For more insights, please visit https://fastwavemedical.com.
About Big Sky Biomedical, LLC
Big Sky Biomedical, established by seasoned medical device entrepreneurs with robust industry expertise, is renowned for its rapid, capital-efficient therapy development. With an unwavering mission to swiftly introduce groundbreaking medical technologies to the market, Big Sky Biomedical is a beacon of innovation in the minimally invasive medical devices domain. Discover more at https://bigskybiomedical.com.
About High Circle Ventures
High Circle Ventures is an alternative investment platform that provides high net worth individuals access to venture capital and private equity opportunities in companies with groundbreaking technologies. To learn more, visit https://www.highcircleventures.com.
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(833) 888-9283
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In a second initiative launching next week, Panda is uplifting its local communities by committing $3.2 million to support classrooms within the zip codes of Panda Express locations. This donation will go towards schools across the country that serve a majority of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch – an indication of economic need.
“Our partnership with DonorsChoose helps bring to life the Panda Cares mission of creating brighter futures and opportunities for children,” said Dr. Peggy Cherng, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Panda Restaurant Group. “Every day and in each of our communities, educators do the incredible work of teaching, guiding, and inspiring the next generation; and it is our privilege to help provide the foundational resources that will allow them to build up their learning environments so that students and teachers alike can thrive.”
Since the first partnership in 2021, Panda Cares has committed over $12.9 million to support classrooms across the country, particularly at schools where more than 50% of students are eligible for free or reduced price lunch or where more than half of students are from low-income households. In addition, Panda Express partnered with DonorsChoose earlier this year to fund teachers’ Lunar New Year projects to provide resources needed to foster greater cultural understanding and bring the vibrant holiday to life. Thus far, Panda has supported over 23,000 teachers at over 10,000 schools across the United States through DonorsChoose.
“Panda Express is empowering its local communities through the teachers who are educating the innovators and creators of tomorrow,” said Alix Guerrier, CEO of DonorsChoose. “Through this partnership, Panda is helping to make this back-to-school season that much easier for teachers who want to provide for their students a robust education and engaging classroom environments.”
ABOUT PANDA CARES®
Powered by 50,000 associates of Panda Restaurant Group, Inc./Panda Express®, the organization’s philanthropic arm Panda Cares® is committed to bettering the health and education of youth as well as supporting communities in need. In 1999, Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. created Panda Cares to live into its mission of inspiring better lives by giving back to its local communities and shaping a brighter future for generations to come. Through volunteer services, funding, and meal donations, Panda Cares has raised more than $329 million dollars since its establishment, impacting over 15 million youths and counting. Areas of focus include leadership and academic programs for students, life-saving medical equipment and advanced health treatments. For more information, visit http://www.pandacares.org.
ABOUT DONORSCHOOSE
DonorsChoose is the leading way to give to public schools. Since 2000, 5.8 million people and partners have contributed $1.5 billion to support over 2 million teacher requests for learning resources and experiences. As the most trusted crowdfunding platform for teachers, donors, and district administrators alike, DonorsChoose vets each request, ships the funded resources directly to the teacher, and provides thank yous and reporting to donors and school leaders. Charity Navigator and GuideStar have awarded DonorsChoose, a 501(c)3 nonprofit, their highest ratings for transparency and accountability. For more information, visit http://www.donorschoose.org.
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Juan Brizuela, DonorsChoose, (212) 239-3615, [email protected], http://www.donorschoose.org
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The M&A Advisor announced the finalists of the 22nd Annual M&A Advisor Awards. Strattam was named a finalist in six separate categories for Strattam’s majority investments in Daxtra and SciShield.
AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The M&A Advisor announced the finalists of the 22nd Annual M&A Advisor Awards. Strattam was named a finalist in six separate categories for Strattam’s majority investments in Daxtra and SciShield. Strattam is a finalist for Information Technology Deal of the Year ($10MM – $50MM), Information Technology Deal of the Year ($50MM – $100MM), Private Equity Deal of the Year ($10MM – $50MM), Private Equity Deal of the Year ($50MM – $100MM), Cross-Border Deal of the Year ($50MM – $100MM), and M&A Deal of the Year ($75MM – $100MM). The awards will be presented and winners revealed at a Black-Tie Awards Gala during the 2023 Future of Dealmaking Summit on November 14-15, 2023, in New York City.
“For nearly 25 years, The M&A Advisor has been honoring the leading M&A transactions, companies and dealmakers. Strattam was chosen from hundreds of participating companies to become an awards finalist. It gives us great pleasure to recognize Strattam as a finalist for mergers and acquisitions firms and professionals,” said Roger Aguinaldo, Founder and CEO of The M&A Advisor. “Strattam represents the best of the M&A industry in 2022-23 and earned these finalist honors by standing out in a group of very impressive candidates.”
“We’re honored to have been selected as a finalist for Private Equity Deal of the Year and Information Technology Deal of the Year,” said Robert Morse, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Strattam Capital. “We’re excited that our Five-Point Plan approach to partnering with founders in a radically transparent way is leading to successful transactions that are receiving such recognition from The M&A Advisor.”
The Awards Gala is a feature of the 2023 Future of Dealmaking Summit. The Summit will take place on November 14-15, 2023, and will feature over 350 of the industry’s leading professionals participating in exclusive interactive forums, sessions, roundtable discussions, one-on-one meetings and a solutions provider showcase led by a faculty of M&A industry stalwarts and business media experts. For an event profile CLICK HERE.
For a complete list of winners CLICK HERE.
About Strattam
Strattam Capital invests in founder-led independent B2B software and technology companies across North America. We believe in aligning with founders and CEOs before signing, via their Five-Point Plan process to allow execution with purpose, excitement, and efficiency. Headquartered in Austin, TX, we connect companies with the people, process, and scale needed to reach their potential. For more information, please visit Strattam.com.
THE M&A ADVISOR
Now in its 25th year, The M&A Advisor was founded to offer insights and intelligence on mergers and acquisitions, establishing the industry’s leading media outlet in 1998. Today, the firm is recognized as the world’s premier leadership organization for mergers & acquisition, restructuring and corporate finance professionals, delivering a range of integrated services, including the most active online community of M&A professionals called M&A Connects. www.maadvisor.com.
Media Contact
Kimberley Kasper, Strattam Capital, 1 4152302705, [email protected], https://strattam.com/
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Theme: Stride into Success: Educate. Empower. Expand.
PLANO, Texas, Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — On Saturday, December 2, 2023, at 6:00 PM, the Collin County Black Chamber of Commerce will host its 2023 year-end celebration at the Plano Event Center. This event will be a Sneaker Ball, where sophistication meets sneakers and empowerment meets entertainment.
The theme for this year’s event is Stride into Success: Educate. Empower. Expand. This year’s theme reflects the idea that education is the foundation for empowering businesses to expand their reach and achieve success. Sneakers can represent the forward momentum gained through knowledge, and the event can feature educational panels, keynotes, and interactive experiences that provide valuable insights for scaling businesses.
During this lavish event, the Collin County Black Chamber of Commerce leadership will award several youth scholarships and Trailblazer Awards to impactful local community leaders and business owners. In addition, at this event, the Chamber leadership will formally install 2024 Executive Committee Officers and Board Directors, showcase local vendors and include prizes and live entertainment.
The mission of the Collin County Black Chamber of Commerce is to empower and support Black-owned businesses in Collin County. CCBCC is proactive in developing programs and events that will have a positive economic impact on our community by promoting, maintaining, and supporting minority businesses through leadership opportunities, community support, and business-building programs. CCBCC will continually strive to enhance the patronage of minority businesses in Collin County.
To purchase tickets to attend the 2023 Year End Sneaker Ball Celebration, please visit our website:
https://www.ccblackchamber.org/event/ccbcc-annual-gala-sneaker-ball-2023/. Early bird tickets are on sale now.
For information on CCBCC membership, upcoming community events, or general meeting information, please visit the CCBCC website at www.ccblackchamber.org or contact the Events Committee via email [email protected]
The deadline for sponsorships, vendors, stories, and advertisements for the souvenir booklet is October 15, 2023. The final deadline for dinner tickets is Monday, November 20, 2023.
Media Contact
Collin County Black Chamber of Commerce, Collin County Black Chamber of Commerce, 1 469-424-0120, [email protected], https://www.ccblackchamber.org/year-end-celebration/
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Among the key findings were the following highlights:
“The results of this Heartland Dental case study show exactly how our technology is revolutionizing dental care in offices across North America,” said Rushi Ganmukhi, founder and CEO of Bola AI. “Our solution is built upon the two main goals of saving time and generating revenue. This case study proves our model is producing those results in a dramatic way.”
Bola AI’s Voice Perio system enables dental staff to seamlessly record periodontal data directly into client PMS and EHR systems in real time. Additionally, Clinical Notes allows for a fast, accurate voice transcription, freeing up dentists, hygienists and front-office staff to better serve the needs of patients.
In addition to opening up extra time for hygienists and others in the office, Bola AI’s voice solution also piqued the interest of patients listening as their periodontal probe numbers were read out loud, generating further questions and increasing case acceptance for corrective treatment. According to the Heartland study, Bola AI was shown to boost practice revenue through increases in the diagnosis, case acceptance and treatment of periodontal disease.
“Using Bola Voice Perio in my private practice has increased SRP acceptance rate by 40%,” said the business manager of an office participating in the case study. “The hygiene team have become power users and don’t want to chart any other way. It’s been great!”
“It really does make a difference with patient education,” said one hygienist from the study. “They are engaged and curious about numbers.”
Heartland Dental is the nation’s largest dental support organization providing nonclinical, administrative support services. Heartland Dental supports over 2,600 dentists in more than 1,600 dental offices throughout the U.S.
“We are thrilled to see how our technology is making a real-life difference in the offices currently using it,” said Ganmukhi. “As this study makes clear, Bola provides a big benefit to dental practices, hygienists and patients.”
As part of the Heartland-Bola relationship, a special discounted rate is available for all Heartland Dental offices to sign up for Bola’s solution at this link: https://bola.ai/partners/heartland/. Other practices can learn more about Bola AI’s cutting-edge technology and how it can save dental practices time and generate additional revenue by visiting bola.ai.
About Bola AI
Bola AI is the leader in voice-AI software for the dental practice. By harnessing the power of advanced technologies, this platform can provide efficient, fully integrated and accurate speech (99%) solutions for periodontal charting, clinical notes and more. With Bola AI, practices can empower themselves to create a smarter patient experience while improving operational efficiency and driving revenue. Headquartered in Boston, MA, Bola AI partners with Dentrix and Dentrix Ascend, Curve, Patterson and more. For more information, visit bola.ai.
Media Contact
Jake Goeckeritz, Bola AI, (801) 830-6317, [email protected], https://bola.ai/
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“Health risk assessment data is a goldmine of information for healthcare payers and brokers that is often siloed away from the rest of their data,” said Michael Clayton, CEO and president of VBA. “By incorporating this information into our VBAnalytics solution, we are giving our customers a powerful tool that helps them take early action to improve population health and manage healthcare costs.”
Payers can use powerful reporting and filters to drill down into the predicted spend, social determinants of health, and future risk modeling of a given member population. Payers can then leverage these insights to create evidence-based programs to target specific health risks and lifestyle behaviors, track and measure the effectiveness of established programs, and make more personalized recommendations to groups and members.
“Health risk assessment data unlocks real-time insights that empower health plans to target interventions earlier, without the delay created by solely using a historical claims-based-data model,” said Jennifer Jolley, CEO and president of PDHI. “By integrating this leading data set into the VBAnalytics platform, VBA customers have access to an out-of-the-box solution, providing them a more relevant and deeper understanding of their members.”
About PDHI
PDHI is a software organization that develops and distributes the ConXus Platform to support population health management, point of care, and wellness programs. With a 25-year track record of success, PDHI is trusted by hundreds of companies including health plans, wellness providers, and large employers across the United States. Learn more at pdhi.com.
About VBA
VBA is a proactive, leading-edge software design company providing comprehensive solutions to the insurance industry. Uniquely delivered on a secure, cloud-based platform, VBA provides one common architecture for all benefit administration. Our software development process focuses on continuous improvement to address market demands and ever-changing industry requirements. This empowers our clients to focus on business strategy and growth while streamlining their operations. Learn more at vbasoftware.com.
Media Contact
Christina Illuzzi, PDHI, 1 5154408368, [email protected], www.pdhi.com
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When asked what inspired the author to write this book, Brother Moses said, “On a trip to the Rick Ball Players Showcase in Miami, Florida where a large number of college coaches come to watch high school prospects compete for scholarships, I had to listen to the music of several of the players on the way. At one point they began a rather heated debate on who had the best lyrics and why. To my dismay few of them knew about our Lord and savior Jesus Christ and to be honest, Christ’s name never came up. When I was their age, I remembered listening to Lord Byron’s ‘The Naz.’ I thought I should do the story of Jesus in the language of today’s youth as a way of introducing them to Christ.”
Brother Moses is an ordained minister, motivational speaker, and national touring artist. He is considered the foremost purveyor and reenactor of Dr. Martin Luther King’s speeches and sermons. According to the author, Martin Luther King III exclaimed that Brother Moses’ voice was the closest to his father that he had ever heard. His reenactment of Dr. King’s “I Have a Dream” highlighted the Virginia State Assembly’s first official recognition of Dr. King’s birthday. Brother Moses was a guest artist at numerous rallies to make Dr. Kings’ birthday a national holiday. Richard Coe, the famous Washington Post art critic called Brother Moses “Dazzling.”
Brother Moses is also a prize-winning author and regional winner of the Lorraine Hansbury National Collegiate Playwrighting Competitions. Eleven of his plays were produced and won numerous accolades. Brother Moses was awarded the Mental Health Award, the Governor’s award, two Commanders Awards, and several Community Service Awards for his plays, performances and work with children. He is the founder of Quietfire Repertory Company, an award-winning inner-city youth theatre group. He writes plays and teaches artists to perform for and about inner-city youth and their families. Brother Moses currently runs the Langley Park Boys and Girls Club in Hyattsville, Maryland. He has been ministering and coaching youth for more than 20 years. He has counseled youth and their parents including working with difficult youth.
Xulon Press, a division of Salem Media Group, is the world’s largest Christian self-publisher, with more than 20,000 titles published to date. Brother Moses Tells the Story of Jesus is available online through xulonpress.com/bookstore, amazon.com, and barnesandnoble.com.
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Brother Moses, Salem Author Services, 407-339-4217, [email protected]
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