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Credence Management Solutions Passes the CMMC JSVAP Assessment, Performed by Redspin, a Division of Cybersecurity and Compliance Leader Clearwater


The JSVAP assessment is an early adopter assessment option before the CMMC rulemaking process is complete and evaluates a company’s adherence to strict cybersecurity controls and safeguards to ensure the protection of Department of Defense (DOD) Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and Federal Contract Information (FCI). The assessment certifies the organization’s strong security posture and demonstrates its commitment to safeguarding defense-related information from cyber threats.

“We are thrilled to announce that Credence has successfully passed the JSVAP assessment,” said Brian McManamon, President at Redspin. “This achievement is a testament to Credence’s unwavering dedication to excellence in both quality and security and we are proud to have been selected to be their C3PAO. We are proud to continue to work closely with DIBCAC to drive CMMC adoption forward through the JSVAP program.”

“Undergoing and passing the JSVAP validates the effectiveness of our cybersecurity programs and demonstrates our dedication to safeguarding sensitive information and maintaining the highest standards of data security for our government customers,” said Credence CEO Sid Chowdhary. “We take great pride in being one of the early adopters of this initiative and in scoring 100% across all 110 controls. Credence deeply appreciated our partnership with Redspin, along with DCMA/DIBCAC, throughout the audit process.”.

Redspin, renowned for its expertise in CMMC services and conducting comprehensive JSVAP assessments, carried out a thorough evaluation of Credence’s implementation of NIST 800-171 r2 encompassing documentation, implementation, and understanding of the requirements. The assessment encompassed various domains, including technical, physical, and administrative items.

The JSVAP is based on NIST 800-171 r2 guidelines, ensuring adherence to the confidentiality of CUI. Organizations that successfully complete a JSVAP assessment are issued a DIBCAC high certificate. Those who obtain a DIBCAC High Certificate are anticipated to receive a CMMC L2 certificate after CMMC rulemaking is complete.

About Credence Management Solutions
Credence delivers innovative solutions for defense, intelligence, health, and international development agencies. Credence is one of the nation’s largest privately held government contractors.

About Redspin
Redspin is a division of cybersecurity and compliance company Clearwater, which focuses on improving the cyber readiness and resiliency of federal and Defense Industrial Base (DIB) organizations. As the first Authorized CMMC Third Party Assessment Organization (C3PAO), Redspin has the expertise and experience to help organizations minimize cyber risks and protect sensitive information.

Media Contacts:

Credence Management Solutions
Kristen Fletcher
(202) 365-8280
[email protected]

Redspin, a division of Clearwater
Lauren Frickle
(612) 237-2573
[email protected] 

Media Contact

Lauren Frickle, Redspin, a Division of Clearwater, (800) 704-3394, [email protected], https://redspin.com/

Kristen Fletcher, Credence Management Solutions, 202-365-8280, [email protected], https://app.cision.com/#/prweb/61672/profile

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Nonprofit Organization Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Announces New CEO


“We are thrilled to welcome Aimee to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals,” said Barbara Joers, Children’s Miracle Network Hospital’s Board Chair and president and CEO of Gillette Children’s in St. Paul, Minn. “Aimee’s energy, intellectual curiosity and strategic acumen will guide us into a new era of raising critical funds to fulfill the most urgent needs of our member children’s hospitals. Under her guidance, I’m confident we can make a bigger impact on local communities by supporting their children’s healthcare needs.”

Most recently, Daily served as the senior vice president and chief transformation officer at Memorial Health, a nonprofit healthcare organization in Central Illinois. She was key in developing relationships and leading innovation, both critical components of Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals’ core work and values. Under her leadership, Memorial Health was named the 2018 Best Organization in Leadership Development and earned the 2019 Learning Elite Gold Award. Daily holds a Ph.D. from Benedictine University.

“I’m honored to serve as the next president and CEO of Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals,” Daily said. “I have a deep appreciation for the impact children’s hospitals have in their communities – both of my children, who are now adults, were born prematurely and received care at my local member hospital. Those firsthand experiences and my life’s work in the healthcare industry have prepared me for this moment and I’m eager to lead this organization forward.”

Daily joins the nonprofit as it celebrates its 40th anniversary and $8.5 billion raised and has its sights set on increasing its fundraising goals year over year. In 2022, Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals raised more than $421 million in partnership with local and national corporations through legacy events like Radiothon and signature programs engaging college and high school students, gamers and golfers. Those funds go to 170 local member hospitals that use them to meet the most urgent needs of kids in their communities — needs that continue to grow each year.

About Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals:
Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals was founded more than 40 years ago with the vision to Change Kids’ Health, Change the Future. We’ve raised over $8.5 billion for 170 children’s hospitals by empowering and engaging with local communities and businesses – and we’re not done yet. All donations benefit local member hospitals to fund what’s needed most, like critical life-saving treatments and healthcare services, innovative research, vital pediatric medical equipment, child life services that put kids’ and families’ minds at ease during difficult hospital stays, and financial assistance for families who could not otherwise afford these health services. Together, we can change kids’ health. Together, we can change the future. To learn about Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and your local member children’s hospital, visit cmnhospitals.org.

Media Contact

Kristen McCloy, Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, (801) 214-7400, [email protected], www.cmnhospitals.org

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Family Caregiver Virtual Symposium Set for Oct. 18, 2023


“This is a truly wonderful event for any family caregiver or health care professional,” said Ann Wheat, CEO of Duet: Partners In Health & Aging. “Dr. Blight was an absolute hit last year and due to popular demand, we’re thrilled to have him back. We know our guests will also enjoy hearing from Dr. Wicks. He’s very well known in our industry and is sure to provide some insightful discussions.”

Aaron Blight, Ed.D will be presenting on “How Caregivers Learn: A Pattern of Role Development.” His presentation will explain how caregivers can improve their capacity by adapting to their loved one’s ever-changing circumstances.

Dr. Robert Wicks will be presenting on “Recognizing, Preventing and Limiting the Dangers of Secondary Stress.” He will discuss resilience, self-care, and the integration of psychology and classic spiritual approaches to maintain a healthy perspective.

Respite care reimbursement is available to Arizona residents on a first come, first served basis per a generous grant from the Arizona Caregiver Coalition. To determine if you qualify, contact Deanne Poulos at (602) 274-5022, ext. 115, or [email protected].

To register, visit: https://duetaz.org/symposium/.

About Our Speakers:

Aaron Blight, Ed.D., is an international speaker and consultant on caregiving, aging, and healthcare. His book, When Caregiving Calls: Guidance as You Care for a Parent, Spouse, or Aging Relative, received a 2020 Best Indie Book Award, a 2021 IPPY Award, and a 2022 Mom’s Choice Award. The founder of Caregiving Kinetics, Dr. Blight has served as a family caregiver, home care company owner, caregiving scholar, and policy leader at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. His doctoral degree is from George Washington University, and he is an Adjunct Professor of Public Health at Shenandoah University. Dr. Blight is an advisory board member of the Duet Meaning & Hope Institute, an honorary board member of the Well Spouse Association, and an advisory board member of Seniors First.

Dr. Robert J. Wicks received his doctorate in psychology from Hahnemann Medical College and Hospital and is Pr

ofessor Emeritus, Loyola University Maryland. Dr. Wicks has lectured on the importance of resilience, self-care, and the integration of psychology with classic spiritual wisdom in 20 different countries as well as the Mayo Clinic, Yale School of Nursing, the North American Aerospace Defense Command, Boston’s Children’s Hospital, The U.S. Army Medical Command, Harvard Divinity School, Princeton Theological Seminary, the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, the U.S. Air Force Academy and on Capitol Hill to Members of Congress and their Chiefs of Staff. His latest books include: Night Call: Embracing Compassion and Hope in a Troubled World, Bounce: Living the Resilient Life (Second Edition), and The Simple Care of a Hopeful Heart: Mentoring Yourself in Difficult Times (all from Oxford University Press) and his bestselling, Riding the Dragon (Sorin Books/AMP).

About Duet: Partners In Health & Aging: Duet is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote health and well-being through vitally needed services to homebound adults, family caregivers, and grandfamilies. Duet’s Meaning & Hope Institute is here to empower all dementia family caregivers to better care for themselves, especially those who are isolated and under-served, through access to a community of support and vital resources. Join the movement of hope at www.meaningandhope.org.

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Lindsay Hansen, Duet, 1 4802056195, [email protected]

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AMOP® Receives 2023 Communications Solutions Products of the Year Award Winner


“Congratulations to AMOP for being honored with a Communications Solutions Product of the Year Award,” said Rich Tehrani, CEO, TMC. “Advanced Management Operations Platform is truly an innovative product and is amongst the best communications products and services available on the market today. I look forward to continued excellence from AMOP in 2023 and beyond.”

About AMOP

Advanced Management Operations Platform (AMOP) was founded in 2020 when Altaworx saw the need for a mobility management platform. This cloud-based SIM Management Platform utilizes automation through AIPs and other data connections to offer clients a single pane of glass to manage their SIM Portfolio and data usage. AMOP is a tool that allows users to fine-tune how their customers utilize data. This platform empowers users to customize rate plans and rules, eliminating lost data, and the risk of encountering expensive data overages.

About TMC

Through education, industry news, live events and social influence, global buyers rely on TMC’s content-driven marketplaces to make purchase decisions and navigate markets. As a result, leading technology vendors turn to TMC for unparalleled branding, thought leadership and lead generation opportunities. Our in-person and online events deliver unmatched visibility and sales prospects for all percipients. Through our custom lead generation programs, we provide clients with an ongoing stream of leads that turn into sales opportunities and build databases. Additionally, we bolster brand reputations with the millions of impressions from display advertising on our news sites and newsletters. Making TMC a 360 degree marketing solution, we offer comprehensive event and road show management services and custom content creation with expertly ghost-crafted blogs, press releases, articles and marketing collateral to help with SEO, branding, and overall marketing efforts. For more information about TMC and to learn how we can help you reach your marketing goals, please visit www.tmcnet.com and follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter, @tmcnet.

Media Contact

Keith Singler, AMOP, 1 4705710599, [email protected], getamop.com

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L-com Introduces Rugged SJTOW Power Cords for Extreme Environments


These heavy-duty power cords allow users to locate equipment farther away from electrical outlets, for more flexibility when installing equipment in a room or outdoors.

L-com’s SJTOW power cords are designed to power equipment outdoors or in extreme indoor environments − from industrial power stations on factory floors to PCs, power distribution units (PDUs) and servers in data centers. They are offered in 125-volt or 250-volt versions and rated for 15, 20 or 30 amps depending on the connectors and wire-gauge combinations used. Conductor options are 10, 12 or 14 AWG.

There are various combinations of 11 popular connector types: C13, C15, C19, and NEMA-rated connectors in L5-20P, L5-30P, L5-30R, L6-20P, 5-15P, 5-15R, 5-20P and 6-20P. The connectors are reinforced to withstand stress and movement.

“Our variety of new SJTOW power cords is all about flexibility,” said Product Line Manager Dustin Guttadauro. “These cables are weather-resistant enough to be located outdoors and rugged and oil-resistant enough to power equipment on a factory floor.”

L-com’s new outdoor industrial SJTOW power cords are in stock now and available for immediate shipment. They are part of L-com’s wide variety of power products, which include power cords, PDUs, desktop and rack-mount UPS systems, jumper power cords and AC/DC power supplies.

About L-com:

L-com, a leading manufacturer of wired and wireless connectivity products, offers a wide range of solutions and unrivaled customer service for the electronics and data communications industries. The company’s product portfolio includes cable assemblies, connectors, adapters, antennas, enclosures, surge protectors and more. Headquartered in North Andover, Mass., L-com is ISO 9001:2015-certified and many of its products are UL® recognized. L-com is an Infinite Electronics brand.

About Infinite Electronics:

Based in Irvine, Calif., Infinite Electronics is a global electronics supplier offering a broad range of components, assemblies and wired/wireless connectivity solutions to the aerospace/defense, industrial, government, consumer electronics, instrumentation, medical and telecommunications markets. Its brands include Pasternack, Fairview Microwave, L-com, MilesTek, ShowMeCables, NavePoint, INC Installs, Integra Optics, PolyPhaser, Transtector, KP Performance Antennas, RadioWaves and Aiconics. Infinite serves its customers with deep technical expertise and support. Its broad inventory is available for immediate shipment, fulfilling unplanned demand for engineers and technical buyers. Infinite is a Warburg Pincus portfolio company. 

Media Contact

Peter McNeil, L-com, +1 (978) 682-6936, [email protected], https://www.infiniteelectronics.com

SOURCE L-com

Mayfield Heights, Ohio’s, Exceptional Smiles at Landerbrook Now Offering the EMS Airflow Prophylaxis Master


More about Exceptional Smiles at Landerbrook:

Exceptional Smiles at Landerbrook is a well-respected family dental practice, located at 5825 Landerbrook Drive Suite #121 in Mayfield Heights, Ohio. Exceptional Smiles at Landerbrook treats patients of all ages and is equipped to handle various types of dental needs, including those that involve general dentistry as well as those that require restorative, cosmetic or emergency dental care. This trusted family dental clinic provides everything from routine cleanings and root canals to Invisalign, dental implants, laser dentistry, veneers and more, Exceptional Smiles at Landerbrook delivers the very best in comprehensive dental care. The team at this popular practice takes extra measures to make dental care convenient and enjoyable, offering same-day appointments, extended weekday hours and flexible payment options to give patients the attention they deserve. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call (440) 335-5930 or visit http://www.exceptionalsmiles.com. 

Media Contact

Jenni Bollman, Exceptional Smiles at Landerbrook, (440) 335-5930, [email protected], https://www.exceptionalsmiles.com/

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Team Novo Nordisk and Novo Nordisk confirm three-year renewal of historic partnership


The extension of this partnership will allow Team Novo Nordisk to continue the important mission to inspire, educate and empower everyone affected by diabetes and show the world that diabetes doesn’t have to hold you back.

“It’s already been a decade of success and life changing moments for us working together with an amazing partner like Novo Nordisk,” began CEO & Co-Founder Phil Southerland. “To be able to being a positive inspiration for people with diabetes for another three years is fantastic and it’s going to be spectacular.”

“Our mission to inspire, educate and empower everyone around the world affected by diabetes is a mission that’s never ending and with our athletes racing all over the world from China and Japan, across Europe to the USA and Canada this year, we know our message is being spread and the impact the team has on every diabetes community in each country is a small step taken in the continuing journey to try and affect positive change for the near 500 million people living with diabetes around the world.”

Since the last partnership extension in 2020 the team has gone from strength to strength. Celebrating the 100th anniversary of the discovery of insulin in 2021with the landmark documentary Ride for your L1fe and team captain Andrea Peron’s first career victory in 2022 at GP Kranj in Slovenia. 2023 has marked the successful emergence of generational talents Matyas Kopecky and Filippo Ridolfo in the pro team alongside a growing ambassador program.

“Our whole project continues to grow,” continued Southerland. “In 2024 we will have 20 senior pro riders, 12 development riders and an ever-expanding ambassador team of athletes from around the world competing in many different sports: from the track and field with 3 x time Chilean national 100m sprint champion Maria Ignacia Montt…to the ocean and multiple world paddle board champion Fiona Wylde all the way to the velodrome and the legendary US multi discipline national champ Mandy Marquardt.”

The next three years will see Team Novo Nordisk’ mission expanding once more to reach not only people affected with diabetes but with other serious chronic conditions around the world.

“When diagnosed with a chronic condition many people think it means they won’t be able to live life the way they had hoped,” said Southerland. “With Novo Nordisk, we are ready to take on the challenge to prove that it might be possible to live the life of your dreams.”

“I really want to take a moment, and give a sincere thanks to the leadership, and all the employees of Novo Nordisk,” concluded Southerland. “So often in their 100-year history as a company, they have invented a new reality for people with diabetes. And with this extension, Novo Nordisk clearly shows its desire to put patients at the center of everything they do.”

“This is more than a traditional sponsorship. Team Novo Nordisk is a testament to all the employees of Novo Nordisk that live and breathe the ethos of doing what is best for people living with diabetes or with another chronic condition. I am both grateful for the opportunity and honoured that our heroes have the chance to fly the Novo Nordisk flag, as we continue driving change all around the world.”

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About Team Novo Nordisk – Racing to Drive Change in Diabetes
Team Novo Nordisk is a global all-diabetes sports team of cyclists spearheaded by the world’s first all-diabetes professional cycling team. In 2012, Phil Southerland, co-founder and CEO of the team, and global healthcare company Novo Nordisk, came together to create Team Novo Nordisk, based on a shared vision to inspire, educate, and empower people around the world affected by diabetes and promote a healthy and active lifestyle.

For more information, visit http://www.teamnovonordisk.com.

Media Contact

Tim Lindley, Team Novo Nordisk, +39 391 110 6499, [email protected], www.teamnovonordisk.com

SOURCE Team Novo Nordisk

Inspired Entrepreneur Launches Seniors Helping Seniors® Franchise in Michigan


Anna Attard opened the doors to her franchise and began serving seniors in Livingston County, West Oakland County and Southern Genesee County in May.

LIVINGSTON COUNTY, Mich., Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ —

  • Seniors Helping Seniors®, the 200-plus-unit, at-home senior care franchise, has expanded its operations in Michigan to serve residents in Livingston County, West Oakland County and southern Genesee County. The franchise’s new territory was launched by local entrepreneur Anna Attard in May 2023.

Attard, a resident of Linden, Michigan, has a diverse background as an entrepreneur and business owner, which helped pave the way for her role as a new franchise owner. Attard’s deep commitment to community service led her to explore opportunities that align with her values, eventually leading her to the Seniors Helping Seniors® franchise.

“I wanted to be able to give back to our community,” Attard explained. “My husband and I started looking at the possibility of starting our own business. We knew we didn’t want to start something from scratch, and we ended up meeting with a franchise consultant. That’s who introduced us to Seniors Helping Seniors®.”

Seniors Helping Seniors® is dedicated to creating connections and providing support to seniors, empowering them to lead independent and fulfilling lives. Attard’s franchise will bring this mission to life in her newly established territories.

“We’ve noticed that Michigan is not a place where young people tend to stay, but we have a large community of seniors,” said Attard. “Seniors really just want someone to come in, help with chores, talk to them and keep them company. The Seniors Helping Seniors® business model is focused on having active seniors help out other people in their generation to live an independent life. That really stuck out to us, and we understand that there’s a need for this type of service in our community.”

Anna Attard’s personal experiences, including challenges faced by her own father during the COVID-19 pandemic, helped fuel her commitment to enhancing senior care.
“I had a stressful experience with a nursing home with my own father. He was placed in quarantine while at the facility and I wasn’t allowed to see him for weeks. We ended up getting him out, but through that, I learned about so many others who had dealt with similar situations. That broke my heart. Our seniors raised us and they deserve so much better,” said Attard.

As a Seniors Helping Seniors® franchise owner, Attard aspires to make a positive impact on her community, and before she considers expanding, she says her primary focus is on enriching the lives of the seniors within her territory first.

ABOUT SENIORS HELPING SENIORS®
Seniors Helping Seniors® was founded by husband-and-wife duo Kiran and Philip Yocom. Kiran, who grew up in India, later worked to advance humanitarian efforts alongside Mother Teresa. After moving to the U.S. in 1995 and marrying her husband Philip, the Yocoms felt called to provide loving care to seniors and to cultivate an exchange of gifts at every generational level. Together, the Yocoms founded Seniors Helping Seniors® in 1998, opening the brand up to franchising in 2006. With a mission to be the most respected and rewarding homecare provider in the U.S., Seniors Helping Seniors® stands apart from competitors as the only company that prioritizes hiring active seniors to provide care services to their less-active counterparts. Seniors Helping Seniors® aligns caregivers and care recipients based on the abilities and needs of both by offering a wide range of care services. Seniors Helping Seniors® has grown to nearly 200 locations in 30-plus states and seven international locations, with 125 franchise partners. The total investment necessary to begin operation of a Seniors Helping Seniors® franchise ranges from $86,785 to $141,390. For more information on Seniors Helping Seniors®, visit seniorshelpingseniorsfranchise.com.

Media Contact

Julie Maw, Mainland, 3125263996, [email protected], www.hellomainland.com

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AprilAire Management Team Fills 50 Backpacks to Make a Difference for Poynette-Area Students in Need


“We are honored to help local students put their best foot forward when they enter the classroom this fall. We appreciate the support of our partners Complete Office of Wisconsin, Fiskars, and CamelBak to make this effort possible,” said Dale Philippi, president and CEO of Research Products Corporation, AprilAire’s parent company.

About AprilAire
AprilAire is on a mission to make homes healthy. We believe everyone deserves Healthy Air and envision a future with Healthy Air in every home. We value healthy living, customer inspired innovation, simplicity of design, straight talk and delivering real results as promised, and most importantly making a positive difference in the lives of our customers, families, and communities. Headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin since 1954, AprilAire has been creating and delivering Healthy Air solutions to manage air purity, humidity, fresh air supply, radon mitigation, and temperature for all types of homes, in all environments. We have an unparalleled reputation as the brand of choice among tens of thousands of professional contractors and make a Healthy Air difference in the lives of the millions of families who rely on our products every day. To learn how to turn your house into a Healthy Home with the AprilAire Healthy Air System® and learn about other solutions, visit http://www.aprilaire.com.

About Complete Office of Wisconsin
Complete Office of Wisconsin is a distributor of business products (office, furniture, janitorial and breakroom supplies) in the state of Wisconsin with over 180 local employees. Established in 1975, Complete Office of Wisconsin continues to grow with local headquarters in Germantown and branches in Appleton, Madison, and Rothschild.

About Fiskars
Fiskars Group (FSKRS, Nasdaq Helsinki) is the global home of design-driven brands for indoor and outdoor living. Our brands include Fiskars, Gerber, Iittala, Royal Copenhagen, Moomin Arabia, Waterford, and Wedgwood. Our brands are present in more than 100 countries and we have approximately 350 own stores. We have close to 7,000 employees and our global net sales in 2022 were EUR 1.2 billion. We are driven by our common purpose: Pioneering design to make the everyday extraordinary. Since 1649, we have designed products of timeless, purposeful, and functional beauty, while driving innovation and sustainable growth.

About CamelBak
Founded in 1989, CamelBak® invented the hands-free hydration category and is the global leader in personal hydration gear. CamelBak is achieving its mission to continually reinvent and forever change the way people hydrate and perform by offering a mix of award-winning products that include everything from technical hydration packs to reusable bottles. For more information about CamelBak, please visit http://www.camelbak.com.

Media Contact

Lisa Reihl, AprilAire, 608-294-8690, [email protected], https://www.aprilaire.com/

SOURCE AprilAire

How Mary Jane’s CBD Dispensary is Revolutionizing Retail


“The number of people suffering from anxiety, depression, inflammation, pain, and other ailments continues to skyrocket. Our mission is to help people find natural alternatives to the many harmful pharmaceutical drugs on the market,” said Alex Roshid Abdul, COO and Co-Owner of Mary Jane’s CBD Dispensary. “We attribute our past, present, and future success to our offering the best customer experience combined with the highest quality products.”

Featured CBD products include gummies, full and broad spectrum oil, isolate oil, hemp flower, lotions, pain cream, pre-rolled flower, and pet treats. Most importantly, all products are acquired from top white-labeling manufacturers in the US. Lab test results for each product are also posted on the company’s website.

Heading into 2023, the focus is shifting from storefront retail growth to the company’s wholesale/packaging division. Fueled by a heavy concentration on online marketing, more customers are now ordering directly from the website. Products are then shipped from the company’s wholesale location in San Antonio.

Abdul is available for interviews to talk more about things like the growing demand for CBD products, Mary Jane’s unique business model, and trends in the CBD industry as a whole.

For more information visit www.mjcbdd.com. Contact [email protected] or call (210) 689-1641 for media inquiries.

Media Contact

Alex Roshid Abdul, Mary Jane’s CBD Dispensary Inc., 1 (210) 689-1641, [email protected], www.mjcbdd.com

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