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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer Forward Fund Announces Recipients of Cancer Immunotherapy Fellowships

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The 2023 Fellowships are financially supported through the Forward Fund, which was established by SITC to stimulate the future of science, development and application of cancer immunology and immunotherapy through financially supporting its education and research. Since 2014, SITC has awarded more than $6 million in funding to deserving early career scientists in the field of cancer immunotherapy.

The 2023 SITC Fellowship recipients are:

SITC-Bristol Myers Squibb Postdoctoral Cancer Immunotherapy Translational Fellowship
Award Amount: $200,000 (two-year)
Awardee: Tyler E. Miller, MD, PhD
Institution: Massachusetts General Hospital
Project Title: “Identifying interventions that target the immunosuppressive microenvironment in solid tumors”

SITC-AstraZeneca Immunotherapy in Lung Cancer Clinical Fellowship
Award Amount: $100,000 (one-year)
Awardee: Pamela Basto, MD, PhD
Institution: Stanford University
Project Title: “Development of Cellular Therapies Targeting Aberrant Glycosylation in Lung Adenocarcinoma”

SITC-Genentech Women in Cancer Immunotherapy Fellowship
Award Amount: $100,000 (one-year)
Awardee: Kylynda C. Bauer, PhD
Institution: National Cancer Institute
Project Title: “Vagal-CD8+ T cell axis: Harnessing neuroimmune circuits to alter anti-tumor immunity in liver cancer”

SITC-Merck Cancer Immunotherapy Clinical Fellowship
Award Amount: $100,000 (one-year)
Awardee: Eisuke Tomiyama, MD, PhD
Institution: University of British Columbia
Project Title: “Elucidation of the role of EphA2 in the immune evasion of bladder cancer to overcome resistance to immune-checkpoint inhibitors”

SITC Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Fellowship
Award Amount: $100,000 (one-year)
Awardee: Shaquia L. Idlett-Ali, PhD
Institution: University of Colorado
Project Title: “Targeting nerve-mediated immunosuppression in the tumor microenvironment for head and neck squamous cell carcinoma”

SITC-Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals Adverse Events in Cancer Immunotherapy Clinical Fellowship
Award Amount: $40,000 (one-year)
Awardee: Guido Ghilardi, MD
Institution: University of Pennsylvania
Project Title: “The role of lymphodepletion in CAR T cell-associated toxicities”

This year’s SITC Forward Fund Fellowships were made possible through the generosity of AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP, Bristol Myers Squibb, Genentech, Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals and Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, a subsidiary of Merck & Co., Inc.

The fellowship recipients will be honored during a ceremony at the society’s 38th Annual Meeting, at the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, CA.

To learn more about current and past SITC Fellowship recipients, visit SITC’s website.

About SITC
Established in 1984, the Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer (SITC) is a nonprofit organization of medical professionals dedicated to improving cancer patient outcomes by advancing the development, science and application of cancer immunotherapy and tumor immunology. SITC is comprised of influential basic and translational scientists, practitioners, health care professionals, government leaders and industry professionals around the globe. Through educational initiatives that foster scientific exchange and collaboration among leaders in the field, SITC aims to one day make the word “cure” a reality for cancer patients everywhere. Learn more about SITC, our educational offerings and other resources at sitcancer.org and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.

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Thomas Martin, Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer, 414-271-2456, [email protected], sitcancer.org

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Souto Foods Selects Made4net Warehouse Management System to Manage Growing Food Wholesale Business

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Modern WMS solution will improve inventory accuracy, productivity, throughput and customer satisfaction

TEANECK, N.J., Aug. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Made4net, a global provider of cloud-based Warehouse Management System (WMS) & end-to-end supply chain execution software, is pleased to announce its collaboration with Souto Foods, a prominent wholesale distributor of authentic Hispanic Foods. Souto Foods has chosen Made4net’s WarehouseExpert WMS to streamline their distribution operations and support their rapid business growth.

As a division of Alex Lee, Inc., Souto Foods has experienced remarkable success, achieving a staggering 300 percent year-over-year growth for the past five years. With a customer base of over 600 grocers and food service providers across the United States, Souto Foods has become one of the fastest-growing companies in the country. To accommodate their expanding volume, Souto Foods has expanded their distribution capacity.

Recognizing the need for a modern WMS solution to enhance inventory accuracy, productivity, throughput, and customer satisfaction, Souto Foods selected Made4net as their trusted partner. Made4net’s extensive expertise in the food industry, demonstrated by their successful collaborations with prominent grocery and food service customers such as Sprouts, Uber Eats, Fiesta Foods, and Crest Fresh Markets, played a pivotal role in Souto Foods’ decision.

Souto Foods will implement Made4net’s cloud-based WarehouseExpert at their Norcross, Georgia distribution center. The system will be seamlessly integrated with Honeywell Voice technology and NetSuite ERP, further optimizing their operations. The key benefits that Souto Foods anticipates from this partnership include:

  • A scalable and configurable system that can adapt to their evolving needs as the company continues to grow.
  • Streamlined order processing and improved inventory control.
  • Increased productivity and efficiency among warehouse associates.
  • Advanced inventory control capabilities, including lot and batch tracking, FIFO/LIFO, expiration date management, and flexible time windows.
  • Integrated voice picking for enhanced accuracy and speed.
  • End-to-end tracking and accountability to ensure regulatory compliance and facilitate efficient recalls.
  • Rapid deployment to minimize disruption and maximize operational efficiency.

Sebastian Souto stated, “We are excited to see the improvements in efficiency and operations with the Made4net system. Improving efficiency and quality of service will enable Souto Foods to continue its rapid growth while better utilizing our current assets.”

“We are thrilled to welcome Souto Foods as a valued customer and are excited to collaborate with the extended Alex Lee team,” said Duff Davidson, CEO of Made4net. “The partnership between Souto Foods and Made4net represents a significant step forward in optimizing warehouse management processes and ensuring exceptional service delivery for Souto Foods’ growing customer base.”

About Made4net
Made4net is a leading global provider of best-in-class, cloud-based supply chain execution and warehouse management solutions for organizations of all sizes to improve the speed and efficiency of their supply chain. The company’s end-to-end SCExpert™ platform offers a robust WMS solution that enables real-time inventory visibility, labor management, and equipment productivity with performance analytics that drive faster, more accurate order fulfillment and improved supply chain efficiency. In addition to the best-of-breed WMS, the platform offers integrated yard management, dynamic route management, proof of delivery and warehouse automation solutions that deliver a true supply chain convergence. Made4net is proud to be recognized by analysts and industry experts as a global leader in warehouse management software, including the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Warehouse Management Systems. Visit http://www.made4net.com to learn more.

About Souto Foods, LLC
Established in 2010 in Atlanta, GA, Souto Foods is a privately held distributor of authentic Hispanic foods. The company offers an extensive selection of products from Latin American and Caribbean countries as well as other countries around the globe. Souto Foods supplies customers in GA, NC, SC, AL and TN. Souto Foods, LLC is a wholly owned subsidiary of Alex Lee, Inc. The company focuses on customer satisfaction by offering high quality products and building friendly and professional relationships. For more information, visit: https://www.soutofoods.com/.

About Alex Lee, Inc.
Founded in 1931, Alex Lee is a family-owned and operated company that employs approximately 15,000 people. It serves as the parent company of Merchants Distributors, LLC, which provides full-service, wholesale distribution to supermarkets, Souto Foods, a distributor of authentic Hispanic foods, and Import Mex, a distributor of Mexican and Central American products. Alex Lee is also the parent company of Lowes Foods, which includes nearly 85 full-service grocery stores in North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia. In addition, Alex Lee, Inc. is the parent company of W. Lee Flowers & Company, which operates approximately 60 IGA and KJ’s Market grocery stores and provides wholesale distribution to supermarkets. Alex Lee, Inc. is based in Hickory, NC.

For more information, please visit https://www.alexlee.com/.

Media Contact

Renee Truttmann, EVP Marketing, Made4net, 201-645-4345, [email protected]

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Health: Mental Health

How to Transform Stress, Anxiety, Anger, Depression and Worry into Creativity, Confidence and Optimism Will Be Taught at Leonard Perlmutter’s New “Foundation Course”

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According to Leonard Perlmutter, “Each of us is the architect of our own lives. Each of us determines our own destiny. And now, at this auspicious moment, everyone, regardless of age or experience, can learn and experiment with this clinically proven curriculum to reduce their burnout and stress levels, strengthen their body’s immune system, and increase their well-being, security, self-confidence, optimism and peace of mind––while maintaining a rewarding work-life balance.”

As a dramatic step toward enabling individuals to live healthier and more rewarding lives, a clinical study published in the November 2022 issue of “Lifestyle Medicine” reported that Leonard Perlmutter’s proprietary Foundation Course curriculum reduced Burnout levels 23.3%, reduced Secondary Traumatic Stress levels 19.9%, and increased Compassion Satisfaction levels 11.2%.

Perlmutter’s Foundation Course syllabus incorporates the following Mind/Body Medicine components: a systematic AMI Meditation procedure, meditation-in-action, easy-gentle exercises, the use of breath as medicine, an understanding of Ayurvedic medicine, and the practical power of prayer. Each weekly session combines the best of ancient Eastern wisdom with the practicality of modern Western medical science.

According to recent Foundation Course graduate, Donald Starzinski MD,” As a Neurologist with a keen interest in Integrative Health and Wellness, I would strongly recommend Leonard Perlmutter’s “Foundation Course ” to both physicians and non-physicians. It was life-changing for me, both in my personal and professional life.”

About the American Meditation Institute
The American Meditation Institute is a 501(c)3 non-profit educational organization devoted to the teaching and practice of Yoga Science, AMI Meditation® and its allied disciplines as Mind/Body Medicine. In its holistic approach to wellness, AMI combines the healing arts, philosophy and spirituality of the East with the practicality of modern Western medical science. The American Meditation Institute offers a wide variety of courses, conferences and webinars. AMI also publishes “Transformation” the Journal Yoga Science as Holistic Mind/Body Medicine.

Call 518.674.8714 for interviews and email subscription.

Media Contact:
Robert Washington
PO Box 430
Averill Park, NY 12018
Tel: 518-674-8714
Fax: 518-674-8714

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Robert Washington, American Meditation Institute, 5186748714, [email protected], AmericanMeditation.org

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Nora Mental Health Launches Franchise Development Program with Signing of a 31 Multi-Unit Development Agreement to Expand into the Western U.S.

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“Nora Mental Health is exactly the kind of brand that will succeed out West because of its pioneering and innovative spirit, which is grounded in the idea that anyone should have access to quality mental health services,” said John Webb, Nora Mental Health area developer. “My father and I are business partners on this venture, and we were attracted to the brand initially because mental health has always been important part of our family dynamic. After meeting Dr. Hardy and his team behind the concept, and working with Scott Nelowet, who took us from initial inquiry for one location to a 31-unit deal, we quickly realized this was something we immediately wanted to be a part of and bring to our home market in the Salt Lake Valley and western U.S.”

From the time Nora Mental Health was founded in 2018, the pioneering Michigan-based group of clinics has worked tirelessly to de-stigmatize mental health while making it an essential part of people’s daily lives. The cornerstone of Nora Mental Health is its commitment to creating a better path to mental health for all ages, both in-person and virtual, through easily booked and accessed individual and family therapy, couples counseling, psychiatric medication management, and other community-based mental health services. Moreover, Nora Mental Health provides clinic owners with the support, training, infrastructure, therapist recruitment, medical billing, electronic records, and a 24-hour live call center, among other services, so clinics are hyper-focused on patient care and less on clinic operations.

“It’s amazing and humbling that John and Dennis are taking this next step with us and joining Nora Mental Health as our first franchisees and area developers,” said Dr. Cullen Hardy, CEO and Founder of Nora Mental Health. “They have an acute sense of small business ownership, a passion for helping people, and a desire to improve their community. After several conversations and meetings with our team, it was clear that this was going to be a perfect fit. As we continue build our franchise business, we’re fortunate that talented, multi-unit operators of John and Dennis’ caliber with their experience across multiple business verticals, wanted to expand with our team.”

This new development agreement, along with dozens in the pipeline, is a testament to the confidence that franchise owners have in the Nora Mental Health system. The traditional private practice model for therapists is outdated and unsustainable. Clinical training is often insufficient, and support for clinicians is inadequate. Insurance-dependent practices can’t provide the necessary support, which exacerbates these issues. Nora Mental Health offers a franchise business opportunity that not only prioritizes top patient care but also supports well-trained and well-paid staff. Unlike traditional private practices, Nora Mental Health franchises are actual assets that can be passed on to future owners. Over the last year, Nora Mental Health has amplified its growth strategy and added experienced leadership and technology resources to ramp up growth. That investment is already coming to fruition with signing of this first multi-unit development agreement and additional franchise agreements already in the works.

“As a franchise development professional with years of experience, I’ve had the privilege of working across a variety of industry verticals, but nothing compares to the transformational power that owning a Nora Mental Health franchise can provide a community,” said Scott Nelowet, vice president of franchise development. “From its unique and collaborative clinical model to its training, support, business coaching, site selection, and in-house marketing, Nora Mental Health is breaking down the barriers to accessible mental health and filling those gaps. I’m incredibly proud to have been able to help put together the first multi-unit deal for the brand, which will be the first of many more to come.”

About Nora Mental Health:

Nora Mental Health was founded in 2018 with one primary purpose: increase the accessibility of high-quality mental health services for individuals, couples, and families regardless of age or identity. Franchising since 2022, Nora Mental Health is now disrupting traditional clinical care creating better opportunities for growth and profitability. For more information about franchising with Nora Mental Health, visit noramentalhealth.com/franchise or email [email protected]. After meeting Dr. Hardy and his team behind the concept, and working with Scott Nelowet, who took us from initial inquiry for one location to a 31-unit deal, we quickly realized this was something we immediately wanted to be a part of and bring to our home market in the Salt Lake Valley and western U.S.”

Media Contact

Chad Cohen, Nora Mental Health, 1 7864175769, [email protected], https://noramentalhealth.com/

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A Liberty Center One Company Ranks No. 4465 on the 2023 Inc. 5000

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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.”

“We’re grateful for the opportunity to partner with so many wonderful organizations that trust us to deliver their most critical applications and protect their most valuable data through our highly automated and secure cloud infrastructure” added Steve Searles, CTO of Zimcom.

Based in Cincinnati, OH with its Headquarters located in Royal Oak, MI, Zimcom – A Liberty Center One Company provides leading-edge cloud infrastructure solutions and datacenter services backed by personalized customer support that keeps our clients ahead of the curve. Seamless cloud migrations, secure cloud hosting and industry-leading data protection services are delivered by our team of accountable experts that boast an average of 22 years IT industry experience. Zimcom will celebrate its 25th anniversary in February of 2024. For more information, visit www.zimcom.net

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Jason Huebner

[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

Jason Huebner, Zimcom, 1 5132319500 4136, [email protected], www.zimcom.net

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Announcing the Human Animal Bond Innovation Award Winners

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Tito’s Handmade Vodka has been proud to call itself a team of “dog people” for more than twenty-five years. At first, it was just Tito and “DogJo” out at the distillery. Soon, stray dogs started showing up to receive food and care, creating a tradition of distillery dogs that continues to this day. Since those early days, Tito’s has rescued over 120 distillery dogs and supported thousands of animal-focused nonprofits. From the distillery to home offices around the country and beyond, Tito’s culture always includes canine companions – affectionately known as co-woofers – with pet-friendly workspaces and regular “yappy hours”. Tito’s Handmade Vodka is always ready to celebrate the human-animal bond, serving as a model of pet-inclusive culture.

The Pet-Inclusive Culture category is sponsored by Nationwide Pet.

Public Service Category: Street Dog Coalition

The Street Dog Coalition (SDC) works to strengthen the human-animal bond in over sixty communities with street clinics to provide free veterinary care to pets of people who are experiencing, or at risk of experiencing homelessness. They focus on providing services that are anchored around a One Health model that recognizes the way that people, animals and their communities all affect one another. SDC uses evidence-based practices to inform its outreach efforts, which also include providing free spay/neuter vouchers to pet owners; supporting veterans by caring for their pets; and making public transportation more pet friendly.

The Public Service Category is sponsored by Zoetis.

Media Category: The Dr. Vernard Hodges “It Takes a Village” Foundation, Inc.

The Dr. Vernard Hodges “It Takes a Village” Foundation was founded in 2011 by Dr. Vernard Hodges, who along with Vice President Dr. Terrence Ferguson are popular celebrity veterinarians with their hit National Geographic WILD TV show, “Critter Fixers: Country Vets.” Both veterinarians have been active in their middle Georgia community for many years through generous charitable contributions and entrepreneurial leadership. Selected for its “Vet for a Day” program, the “It Takes a Village” Foundation introduces teens to veterinary medicine as a career. Dr. Hodges and Dr. Ferguson are passionate about sharing their knowledge, skills and life journeys to help children from diverse communities learn about career opportunities in veterinary medicine.

The Media category is sponsored by Dog TV.

Products & Services Category: Amazon

Amazon Pet Day in 2023 included five philanthropic mobile clinics, each offering free canine core and rabies vaccinations for up to 100 pets and pet families in need. These clinics were held at central community resource locations chosen to provide access to underserved communities. This collaboration between Amazon, PetIQ and more than 30 grassroots organizations made Pet Day about more than just pet products by connecting passionate veterinary professionals with committed neighborhood groups to serve hundreds of pet families in need.

Pet-Inclusive Infrastructure Category: BestyBnB

BestyBnB helps domestic violence, mental health, animal welfare and other social service agencies secure safe, temporary homes for clients and their pets so they can and will seek the help they need. The BestyBnB platform is a critical solution for nonprofit organizations to help millions of women, children, mental health patients and their pets, using innovation and technology to remove barriers to safe housing that exist in many communities across the United States. BestyBnB was born out of the mission to keep pets and people safe, connected and together, building the necessary infrastructure to support the human-animal bond in times of crisis.

“PetSmart Charities is proud to be the Presenting Sponsor for the Human Animal Bond Innovation Awards to celebrate the powerful relationship between pets and people,” said Aimee Gilbreath, President of PetSmart Charities and member of the HABRI Board of Trustees. “This year’s honorees demonstrate a deep commitment to protecting and strengthening the human-animal bond in their communities.”

“HABRI is grateful to Presenting Sponsor: PetSmart Charities; Category Sponsors: Nationwide Pet, Zoetis and DOGTV; and Supporting Sponsors, whiskerDocs and the World Pet Association,” said HABRI President Steven Feldman. “These organizations have not only made the Human Animal Bond Innovation Awards possible, they have also demonstrated a strong and enduring commitment to the human-animal bond.”

HABRI is a not-for-profit organization that funds innovative scientific research to document the health benefits of companion animals; educates the public about human-animal bond research; and advocates for the beneficial role of companion animals in society. For more information, please visit http://www.habri.org.

Media Contact

Hayley Maynard, Human Animal Bond Research Institute, 614.701.8205, [email protected], www.habri.org

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Add Health Launches Online Live Group Stretch Breaks Offering HR and Corporate Wellness Managers a Highly Effective and Affordable New Employment Engagement Program

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Add Health’s CEO & Founder Sean Nichols is a workplace wellness expert who believes in providing a support system that people trust and allows them to keep active for optimal physical and mental health. With nearly two decades of experience in health and wellness, he has a deep understanding of workplace wellness after being a personal trainer, group fitness coach, and consultant for major corporate clients in the Bay Area.

As Nichols states, “Corporate Wellness and HR Managers seeking a new way to engage sedentary employees to keep them healthier and more productive will find our new drop-in Live, Group Stretch Breaks highly effective. Most people do not move enough and everyone feels time constrained. Add Health eliminates these two pain points with our fun and brief 10-minute sessions. It is an exciting and cost-effective addition to any corporate wellness program, when included in employee benefits, that supports better mental and physical health, and has the potential to reduce sick days and chronic illness. There is a substantial amount of scientific evidence supporting the fact that people who take microbreaks are healthier and more productive. They tend to have lower heart rates, increased blood flow, reduced muscular pain, and an increased range of motion.”

Visit https://addhealthtoday.com/ to learn more about Add Health or to register for the live group stretch breaks visit https://addhealthtoday.com/pages/intro-stretch-break

Media Contact
Ria Romano, Partner
RPR Public Relations, Inc.
Tel. 786-290-6413

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Ria Romano, Publicist, Add Health, 786-290-6413, [email protected], https://addhealthtoday.com/

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Technology: Computer

Aging Media Network Announces the Future Leaders Class of 2023

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The Future Leaders Awards program presented by Aging Media Network recognizes leadership excellence at a variety of levels in care delivery and aging.

CHICAGO, Aug. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Aging Media Network, Inc., a WTWH Media Company, (“Aging Media”) is pleased to announce the Future Leaders Class of 2023, showcasing the most promising talent in the behavioral health, home health and home care, hospice and palliative care, senior housing, and skilled nursing industries. These exemplary individuals represent strength, intuition and perseverance under some of the most challenging circumstances the senior care and behavioral health industries have ever seen.

Aging Media recognizes dynamic leaders, ages 40 and under, who are making a push to define the future of aging America. Each nominee’s vision is unique, but they are all centered on improving customer experience and health outcomes above all else.

“The members of the Future Leaders Class of 2023 have demonstrated an exceptional commitment to enhancing the lives of seniors, families, and staff,” stated George Yedinak, Executive Vice President – Healthcare and Co-Founder of Aging Media. “Individually, they have displayed a remarkable dedication to transcending their everyday responsibilities and embracing a forward-thinking approach towards the future of aging.”

This year’s Future Leaders class recognizes individuals across the care continuum, all of whom will be featured in upcoming Aging Media publications and invited to Aging Media’s in-person conferences this fall.

PointClickCare is the exclusive sponsor for the 2023 behavioral health, senior housing, and skilled nursing awards.

“I couldn’t be prouder to celebrate the achievements of our industry’s future leaders who are shaping the future of senior care,” said Travis Palmquist, SVP & GM of Senior Care for PointClickCare, a leading healthcare technology platform enabling meaningful collaboration and access to real-time insights at any stage of a patient’s healthcare journey. “Congratulations to this year’s award recipients. The work you do today, and every day, is truly making a difference for our aging population.”

Homecare Homebase serves as the exclusive sponsor for the 2023 home health, home care, hospice, and palliative care awards.

“We are lucky to be part of an industry that plays a pivotal role in the lives of our country’s most vulnerable populations and are proud to have the opportunity to highlight the talented, driven and compassionate leaders who are shaping the future of home-based care,” said Scott Decker, CEO for Homecare Homebase.

For more information about the program and to view the complete Future Leaders Class of 2023, please visit futureleaders.agingmedia.com.

This year’s Future Leaders Awards honorees are as follows:

Behavioral Health

  • David Aziz – Vice President, Integrated Behavioral Health and Enterprise Strategy, LifeStance Health, Inc.
  • Erin Burke – CEO & Founder, Hansei Solutions
  • Michelle Feng – Chief Clinical Officer, Executive Mental Health
  • Sara Litvak – CEO, Behavioral Health Center of Excellence
  • Morgan Matthews – Vice President, Partnerships, Connections Health Solutions
  • Amit Parikh – Chief Medical Officer, Bend Health
  • Arpan Parikh – Chief Clinical Officer, SOL Mental Health
  • Stephen Parker – Behavioral Health Planner, Stantec
  • Andrew Sfreddo – Senior Director & Head of Behavioral Healthcare, Blueprint, HCRE
  • Ben Spielberg – CEO, Bespoke Treatment

Home Health & Home Care

  • Jeffrey Briggs – Director of Intake, Family & Nursing Care
  • Chelsea Chartowick – Human Resources Coordinator, Nascentia Health
  • Jaron Clay – Vice President of Integrations, Care Advantage, Inc.
  • Katherine Davis – Senior Vice President, Clinical Operations, Vesta Healthcare
  • Kristen Duell – EVP of Experience and Innovation, FirstLight
  • Amanda Fabozzi – Director of Clinical Transformation, Medalogix
  • Vijay Kedar – Co-Founder and CEO, Tomorrow Health
  • Jordan Kunkel – Clinical Supervisor, Healing Hands Healthcare
  • Lauren McRae – Senior Director of Clinical Operations, Innovive Health
  • Hannah Pearson – Vice President of Account Management and Client Success, Homecare Homebase
  • Chase Potter – VP, Professional Services, AlayaCare
  • April Stewart – Vice President, Access and Innovation, 24 Hour Home Care
  • Emily Undajon – Senior Vice President of Strategic Operations, Right at Home
  • Maria Warren – Vice President, McBee Associates
  • Regis Zamudio – Vice President of ElaraConnect, Elara Caring

Hospice & Palliative Care

  • Brittany Chambers – Director, Health Equity and Special Initiatives, Center to Advance Palliative Care (CAPC)
  • Melissa Heiss – Vice President of Hospice, Jet Health
  • Drake Jarman – Senior Vice President of Growth, Hospice, Amedisys
  • Vivek Mathew – VP of Marketing, Maxwell Healthcare Associates
  • Ethan McChesney – Policy Director, National Partnership for Healthcare and Hospice Innovation
  • Jessica McGlory – CEO, Guaranteed
  • Jason Parsons – Chief Strategy Officer, Blue Ridge Hospice
  • Hayley Powell – Clinical Operations Manager, PalliCare, Inc.
  • Amy Rose – Director of Palliative Care Solutions, Axxess
  • Anthony Spano – Director of Client Development, Netsmart
  • Sonya Young – Consultant III, Kaiser Permanente

Senior Housing & Senior Living

  • Jamisyn Becker – Marketing & Innovation Director, John Knox Village of Florida, Inc.
  • Christine Boultbee – Interior Designer, Kasian Architecture Interior Design and Planning Ltd.
  • Holly Case – Vice President of Sales, Retirement Unlimited, Inc.
  • Melissa Dillon – Corporate Director of Memory Care, Senior Resource Group
  • Kyle Exline – Director of Operations Management, Life Care Services
  • Megan Eyrich – Corporate Marketing Director, Baptist Retirement Communities of Georgia, Inc.
  • Aurora Griffin – Director, Capital Acquisitions, Griffin Living
  • Courtney Hancock – Vice President of Clinical Services, Validus Senior Living
  • Casey Hughes – Vice President, Senior Living, Harkins Builders
  • George Kutnerian – President & CEO, Wellpointe, Inc.
  • Rachael Laudano – Executive Director, Masonicare
  • Courtney Lonseth – Executive Director, Spring Hills
  • Phil Lord – Vice President of Operations, Solera Senior Living
  • Clyde McGraw – Vice President, Real Estate, Sunrise Senior Living
  • Summer Menegakis – VP, Marketing and Communications, Compass Community Living
  • Amanda Navolynski – Community Navigator, Mary’s Woods
  • Nicholas Richmond – Senior Director of Life Enrichment, Artis Senior Living
  • Nicole Rozsa – Managing Director of Marketing, Arrow Senior Living Management
  • Matt Sayre – VP of Construction Operations, Senior Living and Multifamily, Ryan Companies
  • Natallia Vittetoe – Associate Manager of Customer Success – Enterprise, iN2L + LifeLoop
  • Amanda Waggy – Vice President of Sales, Retirement Unlimited, Inc.

Skilled Nursing

  • Eric Clark – Chief Executive Officer, Crest Healthcare Consulting
  • Sarah Friede – SVP, Recruitment Services, Health Dimensions Group
  • Marie Lopez – Co-Administrator, Juniper Village The Spearly Center
  • Cody Meenan – Divisional Vice President of Operations, Saber Healthcare Group
  • Steve Nee – Chief Executive Operator, Diversicare
  • Kandis Poovey – Vice President of Culture & Engagement, Ignite Medical Resorts
  • Eric Rosenstock – Managing Director, Greystone
  • Aubrey Simmons – RN Regional MDS Consultant, Champion Care
  • Truman Vereen – Administrator, Principle Long Term Care
  • Andrew Wolak – Chief Operating Officer, Century Healthcare Consulting

About Aging Media Network, a WTWH Media Company:
Aging Media Network is a digital media company focused on the senior care and behavioral health industries. Its portfolio includes leading online publications, webinars, events, and industry reports, providing comprehensive coverage and insights into the senior care and behavioral health sectors. For more information on Aging Media Network, please visit agingmedia.com.

About WTWH Media, LLC:
WTWH Media is an award-winning, digital-first B2B media and marketing company that connects brand marketers with targeted, hard-to-reach audiences of executives and practitioners. The company serves three core industry verticals including Engineering, Healthcare and Life Sciences, and Foodservice, Retail and Hospitality. For more information on WTWH Media, please visit wtwhmedia.com.

About PointClickCare:
PointClickCare is a leading healthcare technology platform enabling meaningful collaboration and access to real‐time insights at every stage of a patient’s healthcare journey. More than 27,000 long‐term and post‐acute care providers, over 3,100 hospitals and health systems, 2,200 ambulatory clinics, every major U.S. health plan across the U.S., and over 70 state and Government agencies use PointClickCare, enabling care collaboration and value-based care delivery for millions across North America. For more information, visit pointclickcare.com.

About Homecare Homebase:
Homecare Homebase is a Dallas-based software leader offering hosted, cloud-based solutions to streamline operations, simplify compliance and boost clinical and financial outcomes for home-based care agencies. Our customized mobile solutions enable real-time, wireless data exchange and communication between field clinicians, physicians and office staff for better care, more accurate reporting, and improved revenue cycle management. Founded by industry veterans in 1999, HCHB empowers over 200,000 users to service more than 800,000 patients daily, resulting in over one hundred million annual visits per year. The company is part of the Hearst Health network. For more information, visit http://www.hchb.com.

Media Contact

George Yedinak, Aging Media Network, 312-268-2420, george@agingmedia.com

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