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International Congress and 5K Raise Awareness and Advance Science of Underserved Disorders


“Right now, advancements in movement disorders are accelerating, inspiring hope for patients around the globe,” said Francisco Cardoso, MDS President. “The International Congress drives these advancements forward by bringing people together from across the eld. It also helps us raise awareness about these conditions that are usually quite difficult to identify and manage — and the growing number of discoveries that may be able to change that.”

5K Awareness Walk/Run:
Everyone is invited to join the 5K awareness event
Saturday, August 26, 2023 at 18:00 CEST at Amager Fælled. The cost is $25
USD, and proceeds will benet The Danish Parkinson Association, The Danish
Tremor Association, The Danish Tourette Association, and The Danish Dystonia Association.

A press conference will precede the run/walk at 17:00 in the nearby Bella Center Copenhagen.

International Congress of Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders®:
The International Congress is the premier scientic conference in Movement Disorders, bringing together thousands of clinical, research and other health professional leaders from around the globe to share ideas, present new research and share cutting-edge advancements across the eld.

Highlights this year include:

  • Keynote address from winner of The Brain Prize 2022, Ole Kiehn
  • A debate-style “Controversies” session with leading experts defending opposing sides of key issues
  • More than 60 timely scientific sessions, including artificial intelligence, staging in Parkinson’s disease and biomarkers
  • Practical application with live patient demonstrations and case studies, including a video case diagnostic challenge

Members of the press are invited to apply for complimentary press registration to the full MDS International Congress from August 27 (the day after the run/walk) through August 31, 2023 at the Bella Center Copenhagen.

KEY EVENT SCHEDULE

Press Conference
Saturday, August 26, 2023
17:00 CEST Bella Center Copenhagen, Room 17
https://www.mdscongress.org/Press
Press are invited to stay for photo and interview opportunities at the 5K Run/Walk.

Movement Disorders Awareness 5K Run/Walk
https://www.mdscongress.org/5K
Saturday, August 26, 2023
18:00 CEST Amager Fælled

International Congress of Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders®
August 27 – August 31, 2023
https://www.mdscongress.org
Bella Center Copenhagen in Copenhagen, Denmark

About the 2023 MDS International Congress of Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders®:
The MDS International Congress is the premiere annual event to advance the clinical and scientic discipline of Movement Disorders, including Parkinson’s disease. Convening thousands of leading clinicians, scientists and other health professionals from around the globe, the International Congress will introduce more than 1,800 scientic abstracts and provide a forum for education and collaboration on latest research ndings and state-of-the-art treatment options.

About the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society:
The International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® (MDS), an international society of more than 11,000 clinicians, scientists, and other healthcare professionals, is dedicated to improving patient care through education and research. For more information about MDS, visit http://www.movementdisorders.org.

Media Contact

Shea Higgins, International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society®, +1 (414) 276-2145, [email protected], mdscongress.org

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Blockstream Bets on ASIC Market Recovery with Launch of New ‘BASIC Note’ Investment Vehicle


Historically, while bitcoin and ASIC market prices have shown a high correlation, ASIC prices tend to undershoot bitcoin‘s value in bear markets and overshoot in bull markets, suggesting a potential upside when denominated in BTC.

The BASIC structure is seeking to secure $5M for its Series 1 BASIC Notes, priced at $115,000 each, to buy ASICs at scale in the near term, warehouse them, and subsequently sell them back into the market once prices rebound in anticipation of the next Bitcoin halving event in April-May 2024.

Following the success of the Blockstream Mining Note (BMN), which raised $50M from investors across eight successfully launched tranches in 2021 and 2022, the BASIC Note is poised to generate interest in the market as the first tranche is made available today.

The BASIC Note is a bitcoin basis vehicle, aiming to generate a bitcoin-on-bitcoin return. It only charges performance fees when the returns surpass that of bitcoin itself. In other words, fees are levied only when the product outperforms bitcoin.

Similar to the Blockstream Mining Note, it is expected that the majority of investors will invest with bitcoin, hoping for a return that could potentially yield more bitcoin than their initial investment.

The investment product itself will be offered as an EU-compliant digital security on the Liquid Network.

This strategy is predicated on multiple factors, including;

  • Anticipation of a strong bitcoin price recovery in late 2023 into 2024, which is likely to be coupled with an increase in ASIC prices (bitcoin and ASIC prices have historically been strongly correlated);
  • Promising projected supply-demand dynamics within the Bitcoin mining and ASIC markets, as the approaching Bitcoin “halving” event will entice miners to refresh their fleets with new, energy-efficient machines;
  • Capital markets beginning to thaw, providing more liquidity and access to capital for miners (which can be utilized to acquire ASICs).

“Since our founding in 2014, Blockstream has continuously been a leader in Bitcoin mining, from providing world-class mining infrastructure to delivering innovative investment vehicles like the Blockstream Mining Note,” said Blockstream’s CEO and Co-founder, Dr. Adam Back. “The BASIC Note arrives at an opportune time in the market, presenting a unique and carefully timed investment opportunity for any bitcoin-focused portfolio.”

Co-founder of STOKR, Arnab Naskar, believes that digital securities will revolutionize capital markets and serve as a bridge between Bitcoin and traditional finance. He states, “These securities not only have the capability to revolutionize capital markets but also pave the way for innovative financial products like the BASIC Note.”

For access and ongoing updates, register on STOKR. The BASIC Note is not available in all jurisdictions. Every Series will have its unique set of BASIC Notes, issued via the Liquid Network.

About Blockstream Mining

Founded in 2014, Blockstream is the global leader in Bitcoin and blockchain infrastructure. Blockstream Mining offers turnkey Bitcoin mining services and solutions designed to provide institutions full transparency and control over their mining operations. By providing secure state-of-the-art facilities for a reliable miner colocation, coupled with exceptional technical talent infrastructure, Blockstream Mining purpose-built data centers meet the strict physical and network security requirements of global institutional and enterprise customers. Keeping mining carbon emissions to a minimum, current mining sites are located in the US and Canada, using a majority of non-fossil power sources.

About STOKR

STOKR is a leading digital marketplace for alternative investments, connecting entrepreneurs and asset managers to next-generation professionals and retail investors. On STOKR, both institutional and retail investors can access diverse and high-quality investment opportunities and directly control their investment assets. As the CSSF (Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier), Luxembourg-supervised Virtual Assets Service Provider, STOKR offers turn-key solutions for young and growing ventures looking to raise capital in the EU through all elements of institutional-grade asset tokenization, including sophisticated investment structuring, smart contract management, AML/KYC verification, payment rails (crypto and fiat), and the full life-cycle management of digital securities.

Media Contact

Fernando Nikolic, Blockstream, 1 (236) 987-8977, [email protected], blockstream.com

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A Much-Needed Perspective in Today’s World; Forgiveness is the Key to a Victorious Christian Life


When asked what inspired the author to write this book, Omere said, “My inspiration to write the book stems from my desire to let people all over the world, especially believers in the Lord Jesus Christ, know that forgiveness is a commandment of God. Anyone who refuses to forgive is disobeying God.”

Emmanuel S. Omere is African American, born and raised in Benin city, Nigeria, and now by the grace of God, a divinely commissioned minister of God with Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries in Boston, Massachusetts. A multi-gifted preacher who is leveraging on his God’s given talents and gifts in gospel music, song writing as well as book writing and publication. Omere is a graduate of Roxbury Community College and University of Massachusetts. He is happily married to Sister Faith Omere, with whom he has co-written and produced many gospel songs, and they have children. Omere enjoys cooking, swimming and playing soccer.

Xulon Press, a division of Salem Media Group, is the world’s largest Christian self-publisher, with more than 15,000 titles published to date. Forgiveness: Key To Victorious Christian Life is available online through xulonpress.com/bookstore, amazon.com, and barnesandnoble.com.

Media Contact

Emmanuel S. Omere, Salem Author Services, (875) 266 5702, [email protected]

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As Terminal Illness Takes Its Toll, Children May Need Help Adjusting To Its Effects On The Adults They Love


“I was inspired by my son who has moderate autism and my father who was diagnosed with cancer. They had a bond that was irreplaceable. Suddenly, my father became sick, and I needed to find a way that I could help my son understand changes that were happening with his grandpa,” said Terrell.

Takeemah Terrell is a former educator who serves as a teacher mentor. She holds a master’s degree in Communication with an emphasis on Education and a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education. Through her penmanship, Terrell hopes to encourage people to engage in meaningful conversations while helping others process monumental experiences.

Xulon Press, a division of Salem Media Group, is the world’s largest Christian self-publisher, with more than 15,000 titles published to date. Grandpa and Me is available online through xulonpress.com/bookstore, amazon.com, and barnesandnoble.com.

Media Contact

Takeemah Terrell, Salem Author Services, (330) 949-3607, [email protected]

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For the 2nd Time, LEVELED CONCRETE Makes the Inc. 5000, at No. 987 in 2023, With Three-Year Revenue Growth of 601 Percent


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.

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.”

Leveled Concrete is a leader in the concrete repair industry, based out of Northwest Houston, has grown exponentially throughout the years due to the lack of customer service in the market. Zachary started this company because he was not able to find a contractor that was honest. Believing customers should not have to accept terrible customer service when dealing with a contractor, Leveled Concrete was born.

Leveled Concrete offers the leading solution for concrete lifting and leveling using our propriety blend of polyurethane foam named LEVELift. We can repair concrete at less than half the cost of replacement while saving concrete from being added to landfills.

CONTACT:

Jaclyn Huth

Huth Media

504-330-2025

[email protected]

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

Jaclyn Huth, Huth Media, 1 5043302025, [email protected], huthmedia.com

SOURCE LEVELED CONCRETE

Greenberg Traurig’s Timothy Long and Ryan C. Bykerk to Present Bridgeport California Wage & Hour Litigation Update


Shareholders Timothy Long and Ryan C. Bykerk of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP will present on Bridgeport’s California Wage & Hour Litigation Update webinar Aug. 17.

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Aug. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Shareholders Timothy Long and Ryan C. Bykerk of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP will present on Bridgeport’s California Wage & Hour Litigation Update webinar Aug. 17.

Both Long and Bykerk will speak on different aspects of wage and hour litigation during this half-day symposium. Long will present a “Wage & Hour Update” to open the webinar, and Bykerk will present a “PAGA Update.” Long is also an official program co-chair for this event.

Long, co-managing shareholder of the firm’s Sacramento office, has litigated virtually every wage-and-hour issue there is, including exemption, incentive compensation, independent contractor, off-the-clock, meal and rest, pay practice, and Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) claims. Long also has defeated class and collective certification in exemption, off-the-clock, and pay practice cases, and has defeated PAGA claims short of trial. Long’s clients have included a variety of financial institutions and entities, health care-related entities, airlines, retailers, high-tech companies, and transportation and logistics companies.

Bykerk focuses his practice on helping clients develop strategies that meet their case-specific and larger business objectives and has broad litigation experience in both federal and state court. His practice primarily involves defending employers in wage and hour class/representative actions and individual actions asserting violations of federal and state employment law, but extends to general, commercial, and financial litigation. As a co-host of The Performance Review, a Greenberg Traurig Podcast about California Labor & Employment Law, Bykerk offers insight and discusses the latest trends and developments in California Labor & Employment law.

About Greenberg Traurig’s Labor & Employment Practice: Greenberg Traurig’s Global Labor & Employment Practice serves clients from offices throughout the United States, Latin America, Europe, and Asia. Members of the practice have had numerous trial wins and are frequently called upon to handle complex, bet-the-company, and large high-stake cases, including nationwide class and collective actions. On the labor side, a leading group of lawyers regularly represents management with labor-relations matters. Labor & Employment team members assist clients with complex employment issues, and design practical, proactive strategies that can be readily implemented by today’s human resources professionals. In addition, the practice is recognized by The Legal 500 United States in the areas of Labor and Employment Litigation, Labor-Management Relations, ERISA Litigation, Workplace & Employment Counseling, and Trade Secrets Litigation. Visit Greenberg Traurig’s Labor & Employment Blog for insights and analysis of the latest labor and employment developments, including legislation, regulations, cases, policies, and trends.

About Greenberg Traurig: Greenberg Traurig, LLP has more than 2650 attorneys in 45 locations in the United States, Europe and the Middle East, Latin America, and Asia. The firm is a 2022 BTI “Highly Recommended Law Firm” for superior client service and is consistently among the top firms on the Am Law Global 100 and NLJ 500. Greenberg Traurig is Mansfield Rule 5.0 Certified Plus by The Diversity Lab. The firm is recognized for powering its U.S. offices with 100% renewable energy as certified by the Center for Resource Solutions Green-e® Energy program and is a member of the U.S. EPA’s Green Power Partnership Program. The firm is known for its philanthropic giving, innovation, diversity, and pro bono. Web: http://www.gtlaw.com. 

Media Contact
Kallie Arata, Greenberg Traurig, LLP, +1 415.655.1250, [email protected], https://www.gtlaw.com/en

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G&B Digital Management Recognized on the 2023 Inc. 5000 for the Second Consecutive Year


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.

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 G&B Digital Management

G&B Digital Management specializes in building digital content creators in the fashion, lifestyle, travel, food, and hospitality sectors. Creating a better influence by reinventing the talent management experience with integrity and transparency. Exclusively supporting online talent, G&B partners with the most unique influencers in the US/ EMEA. Passionate about social justice, Founder Kyle Hjelmeseth introduced the Normalize Equality initiative (NormalizeEquality.online) as a guide for influencers, brands, and agencies seeking to weave inclusion into the influencer marketing industry.

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/.

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.

Media Contact

Pristina Alford, Alford & Co Public Relations, 1 1 253-307-8462, [email protected], Alford & Co Public Relations

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VanTran Transformers makes Inc 5000 List For Fourth Consecutive Year


—Don Bolin (CEO – VanTran Transformers)

The honorees on this year’s list have driven rapid revenue growth while navigating inflationary pressure, the rising costs of capital, and seemingly intractable hiring challenges. VanTran’s continuous growth and success is due to our commitment to be the industry leader in quality, lead time, and on-time delivery. With a strong and dedicated workforce, VanTran has been able to maintain this level of success while growing to meet the high demand for our product.

“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.”

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.

Complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, region, and other criteria, can be found at www.inc.com/inc5000. The top 500 companies are featured in the September issue of Inc. magazine, which will be available on August 23.

More about VanTran Transformers

VanTran Transformers is the industry leader in manufacturing custom liquid-filled distribution class transformers with the shortest lead times. VanTran started in Vandalia, Illinois in 1963, and for over 60 years the company has experienced exponential growth. As operations continued to expand, VanTran relocated to Waco, Texas in 1974 to better serve the Distribution Transformer industry. Manufacturing standard and custom products across a wide range of applications and industries, VanTran takes pride in being quick, precise, economical, and customizable. To learn more, please visit www.VanTran.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

Cory Childs, VanTran Transformers, 1 2547729740 121, [email protected], www.vantran.com 

SOURCE VanTran Transformers