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Ideal Option Hosts Special Recovery Event on International Overdose Awareness Day

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The event will feature 15+ recovery support agencies and will be held in Mission Park on Thursday, August 31, 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.

SPOKANE, Wash., Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Ideal Option, a national leader in outpatient medication-assisted treatment for opioids, methamphetamine, alcohol and polysubstance, is partnering with local recovery support agencies to host a special event on International Overdose Awareness Day. The goal for the event is to educate the community on recovery resources and spotlight the devastating impact of overdose on our community.

The opioid crisis continues to plague the state of Washington, with fentanyl use and overdose deaths surging, particularly in Spokane. According to the Spokane County Department of Health, there was a 186% increase in fentanyl-related overdoses between 2020 and 2021.In addition, Spokane was designated by the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) in 2022 as one of eleven crisis spots for fentanyl addiction after its seizures increased by 1,098%.

Ideal Option data support the effectiveness of medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder. Among Washington state patients who continued treatment with Ideal Option throughout 2022, urine drug testing revealed a remarkable 98% reduction in fentanyl use and a 94% reduction in total opioid use.

On Thursday, August 31, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., all members of the community are invited to gather in Mission Park, located at 1208 E Mission Ave in Spokane, for this special event.

Attendees will be able learn about local recovery resources, collect materials and support community members whose lives have been impacted by overdose.

Participating organizations include:

  • Ideal Option
  • Amerigroup
  • Compassionate Addiction Treatment
  • Hope House
  • Molina Healthcare
  • NEW ESD 101
  • Northpoint Recovery
  • Peer Spokane
  • Royal Life Centers
  • Salvation Army
  • Sequoia Detox
  • Spokane Health District
  • Spokane Neighborhood Action Program
  • Spokane Treatment Center/ORTC

For questions about this event, email Marketing Director Olivia Roe at [email protected].

About Ideal Option‥

Headquartered in Kennewick, Washington, Ideal Option was founded in 2012 and has since helped‥more than 70,000 patients through a network of 90+ office-based‥medication-assisted treatment (MAT) clinics across 11 states. With a mission to serve under-served communities, Ideal Option accepts all forms of insurance including Medicaid and Medicare. Financial assistance and payment plans are‥also‥available.‥

Ideal Option’s team of medical providers carry certifications in Addiction and Emergency Medicine, Internal, and Family Medicine, among other specialties. The company also employs social workers, caseworkers, counselors, and mental health practitioners. This holistic approach helps drive positive outcomes, including family stability, stable housing, improved overall health, and reduced rates of recidivism.‥

In all the communities it serves, Ideal Option collaborates with existing stakeholders and providers to improve the continuum of care. This approach includes partnerships with emergency rooms and county jail systems, where individuals with substance use disorder often appear, as well as collaborating with numerous support agencies and municipal programs addressing social needs such as housing, mental health, and nutrition support.‥

Media Contact

Olivia Roe, Ideal Option, 1 9199466644, [email protected], www.idealoption.com

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Science: Biology

Charles IT Director of Finance and Operations, Sal Marino, Recognized with Prestigious 40 Under 40 Award for Outstanding Achievements

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This award recognizes professionals in the Greater Hartford area for:

  • Outstanding performance in their respective careers or industries.
  • Leadership skills that inspire and motivate.
  • Community involvement and impact on society.
  • Commitment to professional development and growth.

In his role at Charles IT, Sal demonstrates an unparalleled blend of leadership acumen, financial expertise, and an unwavering commitment to the growth and development of Charles IT and its employees. His strong belief in fostering a collaborative work culture has increased productivity, ensured employee satisfaction, and created a cohesive team united under a shared set of core values. Those who work directly with Sal comment on his approachability and openness to “fearless feedback”, which encourages creativity and input from all organizational levels.

As a testament to Sal’s team-centric leadership style, he comments, “This achievement wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible team of talented individuals who have stood by my side through thick and thin over the past six years. Their dedication and commitment to excellence have been invaluable, and I share this recognition with each and every one of them, as I could never have done this alone.”‥

He also recognizes those outside of Charles IT who supported him along the way; “I want to express my heartfelt appreciation to everyone who has been a part of my journey. This award is not just a reflection of my individual efforts but a testament to the unwavering support and guidance from my mentors, colleagues, friends, and family; Without whose encouragement, belief in my abilities, and constant inspiration, I would not be in the position I am today.”‥

Charles IT

Charles IT is the Northeast’s compliance expert, headquartered in Middletown, Connecticut, with a second location in Stamford, Connecticut. As a managed service provider (MSP), Charles IT also specializes in compliance, including SOC 2, HIPAA, DFARS, CMMC 2.0, SEC, and NIST CSF, as well as its IT support, security, and IT service offerings. With a human-first focus, Charles IT values knowing client teams just as much as knowing their technology, allowing the MSP to find the right solutions that take clients from functioning to flourishing.

Charles IT is a recent winner of the Marcum Tech Top 40, Best & Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation, Hartford Business Journal Best Places to Work in CT, MSP 501, and Inc 5000 awards. Learn more at: www.charlesit.com

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/charlesit

Twitter: @Charles__IT

Instagram: @Charles__IT

Hartford Business Journal

The Hartford Business Journal (HBJ) is part of parent company, New England Business Media, LLC (NEBM), a leading provider of regional business news and information through its award-winning media outlets in Worcester, Massachusetts, Portland, Maine, and Hartford & New Haven, Connecticut. NEBM serves C-level executives and business owners with a mix of media channels – including our print publications, websites, e-newsletters, and events. We provide our audience with news and information and connections that gives them the insight and market intelligence to help manage and grow their business.

Media Contact

Betta Greenberg, Charles IT, 1 8603449628, [email protected], www.charlesit.com

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Technology: Computer

FlexJobs Names Top 10 Most Common Resume & Cover Letter Questions

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The Top 10 Most-Asked Questions About Resumes & Cover Letters Guide highlights the most pressing questions from job seekers and provides pertinent advice for anyone navigating resume and cover letter writing in the current world of work. A shortened summary of the Q&A is below, with in-depth answers in the blog post here.

Resumes: Most-Asked Questions from Job Seekers

  • 1. Does my resume have to be just one page?
    Career expert answer: Maintaining a one-page resume has become an outdated standard. If someone has had an extensive career, worn many hats in past roles, or had a considerable number of achievements to include, it’s perfectly fine to go beyond the first page. That said, there’s still a best practice of keeping it under two pages, maximum. Hiring managers are notoriously rushed, so candidates want to keep the information on their resume as concise, relevant, and targeted as possible.
  • 2. Should I list my entire career history?
    Career expert answer: Keeping career history short and sweet ensures applicants avoid potential issues related to ageism within the application stage of the job search process. Only the last 10-15 years of work experience should be in a resume’s “Professional Experience” section. With less information, candidates should instead highlight their most recent—and relevant—work for potential employers.
  • 3. What do I do if I have a gap in employment?
    Career expert answer: Address any employment gaps head-on in the “Professional Experience” section. Note that it’s only necessary to address any gaps within the 10-15 year employment window being highlighted. For example, candidates can include a “Career Break” for unplanned gaps or a “Planned Career Break” entry within their experience section. Proactively address the reason for this gap by tactfully explaining the reasons for the unemployment.
  • 4. What skills should I list on my resume?
    Career expert answer: The skills to include will depend heavily on the position. Carefully review the job description to identify key skills and attributes the employer is seeking, matching those as closely as possible is the best way to stand out.
  • 5. How do I make my resume stand out?
    Career expert answer: Tailoring a resume to the job is, by far, the best way to stand out and grab a recruiter’s attention. Avoid sending a cookie-cutter resume by focusing on job descriptions to find attractive keywords and phrases and using specific skills, experiences, or attributes integral to the role. Not only will tailoring resumes help job seekers beat the applicant tracking systems (ATS), but it will make it easier for recruiters to see why someone is an obvious fit for the role.

Cover Letters: Most-Asked Questions from Job Seekers

  • 6. What is the purpose of a cover letter?
    Career expert answer: Cover letters serve as an opportunity to amplify candidacy, providing additional context and demonstrating passion for the industry and role. While a resume is a great place to list skills, experience, and accomplishments, a cover letter amplifies a job seeker’s fit for the specific role.
  • 7. Do employers read cover letters?
    Career expert answer: Tailored cover letters can make a significant impact, positioning applicants as standout candidates even when not explicitly required. Statistics on the importance of cover letters vary, but recent reports share that most employers want cover letters attached.
  • 8. How long should a cover letter be?
    Career expert answer: Concise and focused cover letters, ideally one page with 200-500 words, deliver compelling messages to potential employers.
  • 9. What should I include in a cover letter?
    Career expert answer: Cover letters must be unique, offering additional context beyond the resume and showcasing specific examples of qualifications that will make for a strong candidacy.
  • 10. How should I start a cover letter?
    Career expert answer: The opening paragraph plays a critical role in grabbing recruiters’ attention and encouraging them to read further. Briefly reference the position, then explain why you’re attracted to the role by emphasizing genuine excitement and qualifications.

FlexJobs’ compilation of the top 10 most common resume and cover letter questions is free to access and available on its blog. The Career Expert team has also compiled a free 21 Steps to Job Search Success course to provide job seekers with one actionable ‘challenge’ a day to stay focused and successful in their job search.

For more information, please visit https://www.flexjobs.com/blog/post/answers-common-questions-about-resumes-and-cover-letters/ or contact Shanna Briggs at [email protected].

About FlexJobs
FlexJobs is the leading career service specializing in remote, hybrid, and flexible jobs, with over 135 million people having used its resources since 2007. FlexJobs provides the highest-quality database of vetted remote and flexible job listings, from entry-level to executive, startups to public companies, part-time to full-time. To support job seekers in all phases of their career journey, FlexJobs also offers extensive expert advice, webinars, and other resources. In parallel, FlexJobs works with leading companies to recruit quality remote talent and optimize their remote and flexible workplace. A trusted source for data, trends, and insight, FlexJobs has been cited extensively in top national outlets, including CNN, the Wall Street Journal, the New York Times, CNBC, Forbes magazine, and many more. FlexJobs also has partner sites Remote.co and Job-Hunt.org to help round out its content and job search offerings. Follow FlexJobs on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.

Media Contact

Shanna Briggs, FlexJobs, 866-991-9222, [email protected], www.flexjobs.com

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Health: Addiction

WILLOW ANNOUNCES COLLABORATION WITH A LEADING INNOVATIVE BIOPHARMACEUTICAL COMPANY TO DEVELOP SUSTAINABLE INTERMEDIATES AND ACTIVE PHARMACEUTICAL INGREDIENTS

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SUNNYVALE, Calif., Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ – Willow Biosciences Inc. (“Willow”) (TSX: WLLW) (OTCQB: CANSF), a leading biotechnology company focused on revolutionizing industrial manufacturing of pure, consistent and sustainable functional ingredients, today announced a collaboration…

Lifestyle: Self Help

Tune in to Bloomberg on August 26th at 8:00 pm ET to Watch a New Episode of Advancements

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Discover how technology and innovation are creating a brighter future for all.

JUPITER, Fla., Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Advancements with Ted Danson is excited to announce an upcoming broadcast, scheduled to air on Saturday, August 26th at 8:00 pm ET.

First, the show will explore how EmpowerPharm Inc. provides safe and effective medicines through uncompromising quality, based on scientific evidence, to empower patients and healthcare providers and improve mental and physical health.

Viewers will learn about the importance of validating cloud applications and why there is a need to update current toolsets and approaches. Audiences will hear how developments in technology are providing continuous validation for the life science industry, for more efficient life cycle management, while seeing how xLM (a subsidiary of ValiMation Inc.) is using automation to remove mundane tasks and improve compliance throughout the sector.

Next, learn how developments in financial technology are removing barriers to entry throughout the lending industry. With a look at Sun West Mortgage, Advancements will uncover how artificial intelligence is creating opportunities for buyers, helping to level the playing field for minorities, while opening doors to buyers in underserved markets.

Finally, the series will explore how developments in design and manufacturing are improving safety for people while traveling and at home. Audiences will hear how The Softside, by Hunt Innovations is providing a solution to bathroom slips and falls, lessening the risk of injury.

“We hope you tune in on August 26th to watch how these developments are impacting the world today,” said Sarah McBrayer, Creative Director, DMG Productions and Advancements.

About Advancements and DMG Productions:
Advancements is an information-based educational television series that explores recent developments taking place across several industries and economies. Shining a light on important issues and topics impacting society today, the series features the cutting-edge improvements, state-of-the-art technologies, and innovative solutions responsible for shaping, molding, and transforming our world.

Backed by experts in various fields, DMG Productions is dedicated to education and advancement, and to consistently producing commercial-free, educational programming for viewers and networks.

For more information, please visit http://www.AdvancementsTV.com or call 866-496-4065. 

Media Contact

Sarah McBrayer, DMG Productions, 866-496-4065, [email protected], www.AdvancementsTV.com

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Quick’rCare Ranks No. 160 on the 2023 Inc. 5000 List of Growing Companies

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“Growth through the pandemic has been quite a challenge and then with having teammates in Ukraine, we have definitely beat many of the odds to have the success we have had,” says co-founder, Alex Guastella, “We are confident we will continue this growth because our team is amazing.”

The Inc. 5000 class of 2023 represents companies that have driven rapid revenue growth while navigating inflationary pressure, the rising costs of capital, and seemingly intractable hiring challenges. Among this year’s top 500 companies, the average median three-year revenue growth rate ticked up to an astonishing 2,238 percent. In all, this year’s Inc. 5000 companies have added 1,187,266 jobs to the economy over the past three years.

Raghu Dhulipala, Quick’rCare co-CEO and CTO shares “This recognition as the 160th fastest growing company on the Inc 5000 list and appearing for a third consecutive time puts us in a rarified air of repeat honorees. It is a strong validation of our business and highlights our opportunity to impact healthcare in a significant way. Receiving this award post pandemic and during pandemic as well accentuates the need for our solution at all times.”

For complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, location, and other criteria, go to www.inc.com/inc5000. The top 500 companies are featured in the September issue of Inc. magazine, available on newsstands beginning Tuesday, August 23.

“Running a business has only gotten harder since the end of the pandemic,” says Inc. editor-in-chief Scott Omelianuk. “To make the Inc. 5000—with the fast growth that requires—is truly an accomplishment. Inc. is thrilled to honor the companies that are building our future.”

About Quick’rCare

In 2016, Alex Guastella and Raghu Dhulipala joined forces to solve digital problems that sick patients face every day. Quick’rCare was created through much deliberation to be a guidance platform that will help the 145 million people who end up in the emergency room every year. Quick’rCare has provided assistance to over three million patients, expanded its team by over 20 members, and garnered support from notable investors. Presently, the patient check-in platform is actively utilized across numerous emergency rooms, urgent care centers, and retail clinics nationwide. http://www.quickrcare.com

More about Inc. and the Inc. 5000

Methodology

Companies on the 2023 Inc. 5000 are ranked according to percentage revenue growth from 2019 to 2022. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2019. They must be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2022. (Since then, some on the list may have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2019 is $100,000; the minimum for 2022 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons. Growth rates used to determine company rankings were calculated to four decimal places.

About Inc.

Inc. Business Media is the leading multimedia brand for entrepreneurs. Through its journalism, Inc. aims to inform, educate, and elevate the profile of our community: the risk-takers, the innovators, and the ultra-driven go-getters who are creating our future. Inc.’s award-winning work reaches more than 50 million people across a variety of channels, including events, print, digital, video, podcasts, newsletters, and social media. Its proprietary Inc. 5000 list, produced every year since 1982, analyzes company data to rank the fastest-growing privately held businesses in the United States. The recognition that comes with inclusion on this and other prestigious Inc. lists, such as Female Founders and Power Partners, gives the founders of top businesses the opportunity to engage with an exclusive community of their peers, and credibility that helps them drive sales and recruit talent. For more information, visit www.inc.com.

For more information on the Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala, slated for October 31 – November 2 in San Antonio, visit http://conference.inc.com/.

Media Contact

Jas Mowgood, Quick’rCare, 1 4247817730, [email protected], http://www.quickrcare.com

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Health

Two Leading Florida Retina Practices Merge Into One Unified Practice

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Merger of Retina Associates of Sarasota and Retina Group of Florida Forms Premier Retina Practice, Pioneering Unmatched Expertise in the Sunshine State

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — In a momentous development born of years of partnership, distinguished leaders in the realm of retinal care, Retina Group of Florida (RGF) and Retina Associates of Sarasota (RAS), have united their strengths to establish a singular and unified entity: Retina Group of Florida. As this harmonious merger takes shape, RGF stands poised to uphold its legacy of unparalleled retinal care, fortified by its esteemed reputation within local communities across Southeastern and Southwestern Florida.

“We are thrilled to announce our merger with Retina Associates of Sarasota,” stated Shannon Rogers, VP of Retina Group of Florida. “This partnership signifies a monumental milestone for our practice and the patients we serve. By uniting our expertise and resources under a single entity, we are poised to create an unparalleled experience for our patients.”

This pivotal merger amplifies RGF’s distinguished team of board-certified retina specialists and adept surgeons to a total of 16 practitioners. Each member of this esteemed roster boasts extensive training from prestigious medical institutions within the United States. Moreover, RGF now stands as a steward of 17 retina centers, strategically positioned across key locations such as Broward County, Palm Beach County, and the Gulf Coast region. Noteworthy among these locations are Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, Boynton Beach, Hollywood, Plantation, Wellington, West Palm Beach, Stuart, Coral Springs, Delray Beach, Jupiter, Sarasota, Port Charlotte, Venice, Bradenton, and Lakewood Ranch.

In the words of Dr. Keye Wong, Co-Founder of Retina Associates of Sarasota, “To support any community, you have to grow with it. Our mission has always been to provide our patients with the utmost care and consideration for each individual’s unique needs.” As Rogers articulated, “Our shared vision will empower us to elevate the quality of care we extend, ensuring a seamless channel of communication and comprehensive support for our patients. Together, the expanded reach of our united practice will render our services more accessible to those in need, thereby fostering a more profound impact within the domain of retina care.”

About Retina Group of Florida

Retina Group of Florida is a leading retina-only ophthalmology practice that has been providing state-of-the-art retinal, macular, and vitreoretinal care for over 40 years. With 18 convenient locations throughout Broward County, Palm Beach County, and the Gulf Coast area, they’re easily accessible to patients across all of Southeast and Southwest Florida and beyond. Their retina specialists and vitreoretinal surgeons have been recognized as some of the top ophthalmologists in the country by prominent publications such as Castle Connolly and the New York Times. For more information, visit www.retinagroupflorida.com.

Media Contact

Shannon Rogers-Cruz, MBA, Retina Group of Florida, 1 772-353-0094, [email protected], https://www.retinagroupflorida.com

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Science: Biology

Trade Ideas Unveils Groundbreaking Dashboards for Active Traders: Accessible on Any Device

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As the dynamic world of active trading continues to evolve, our dashboards offer an agile solution for today’s trader. With six distinct Trade Ideas Pro dashboard types—MarketScope360, Stock Info, Stock Race, Stock Race Central, Top Lists, and Alerts—each offering a unique set of tools to stay ahead in today’s rapidly shifting markets.

Whether tracking daily momentum movers, conducting comprehensive analysis on chosen stocks, or keeping abreast with overarching market trends, our dashboards cater to a multitude of trading strategies. By leveraging real-time market data, our stock scanning and charting tools provide users the necessary speed and accuracy in decision-making, crucial for the success of day and swing trading.

With a design optimized for a variety of devices, including smartphones, tablets, and laptops, our dashboards ensure you have continuous access to critical market insights, no matter where you are. Trade Ideas’ Stock Market Dashboards—your pocket-sized command center for smarter, more responsive active trading.

Explore the power of Trade Ideas’ Pro Market Dashboards for yourself. Visit trade-ideas.com today and step into the future of trading.

About Trade Ideas:

Trade Ideas is a leading provider of actionable market intelligence for institutions, advisors, and individual traders seeking to make consistently informed decisions that mitigate risk and capture alpha. As a SaaS Fintech pioneer with over 20 years of innovation, Trade Ideas employs state-of-the-art algorithms, rooted in recursive Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence, to create data-driven trading strategies and generate statistically optimized performance results. Our data inputs span Big Data sets from U.S. and Canadian market feeds, a blend of technical, fundamental, and non-structured data sets such as real-time news and social media feeds. With a global footprint that includes the U.S., Canada, China, and Europe, our client base has grown to over 8,000 active users worldwide, underscoring our commitment to advancing trading technology on a global scale.

Media Contact

Marissa Goodbody, Director of Media & Public Relations, Trade Ideas LLC., 1 (619) 821-8198, [email protected], https://www.trade-ideas.com/

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Technology: Computer

Sounder Integrates with IRIS.TV, Expanding Its Data Signal Beyond Podcasts to CTV

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Sounder unlocks precise insights using the audio track of CTV content, a signal previously untapped to any degree of sophistication by legacy solutions for video. The world’s leading media publishers, agencies, and marketplaces presently use Sounder to target podcast advertising campaigns. Now, for the first time, marketers can target CTV advertising using Sounder’s solution, which maps the episode-level dialogue into industry-standard taxonomies for brand safety, suitability, and contextual targeting.

IRIS.TV simplifies the complexity and fragmentation of the video ecosystem across CTV and premium digital video, providing access, for the first time, to video-level data. The IRIS_ID provides a common data signal across supply partners, making it easier for advertisers to confidently buy CTV and premium video inventory based on video-level contextual, brand-safety analysis, and the specific topical nature of every video.

Kal Amin, CEO and Co-Founder of Sounder says “With IRIS.TV, we’re thrilled to bring our AI-driven solution, trained at-scale on spoken word and purpose built for advertising, into the video advertising marketplace.”

“Our partnership with Sounder is a significant development in CTV advertising,” says Nancy Neumann-Grey, VP of Business Development, Data Partners of IRIS.TV. “We’re excited to see the full potential of the dialogue unlocked in streaming advertising. With Sounder, marketers have a best-in-class audio-based product that provides accurate brand safety, suitability, and contextual insights for targeting CTV campaigns at scale.”

About Sounder
Sounder is the end-to-end data-driven intelligence platform that is shaping the future of the entire audio ecosystem. Our proprietary technology brings together publishers, brands and agencies, ad tech marketplaces, and data partners to revolutionize how audio content is discovered, monetized, and optimized. We’re proud to deliver unparalleled value to our partners and customers and maximize their audio advertising potential through AI-driven insights and solutions. Learn more at https://www.sounder.fm/.

About IRIS.TV

IRIS.TV is the only data platform built for video and CTV. We structure, connect, and activate the world’s video-level data to create better viewing experiences and advertising outcomes. Our content identifier, the IRIS_ID, enables our partners to build scalable advertising solutions for contextual and brand-suitability planning, targeting, and measurement. Learn more about the IRIS_ID and the IRIS-enabled™ ecosystem of premium publishers, data partners, and ad platforms at http://www.iris.tv.

Media Contact

Kristin Kovner, K-Squared Strategies, 2028415963, [email protected], https://www.sounder.fm/

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