The global pandemic changed the world forever. Ginae’s story is powerful, glorifies God and gives hope to anyone impacted by COVID-19, dealing with a sick loved one, or mourning the death of a family or friend.
“The journey is not that God takes us out of the bad, but He takes us through,” stated Ginae Lee Scott. “I pray that my personal story with God will inspire readers to pursue a deeper and more intimate relationship with God and hopefully inspire a greater measure of faith.”
I Will Breathe for You is currently available in paperback on Amazon.com. The eBook (Kindle) will be released later this year.
Ginae Lee Scott is an artist and author of several books and mom to three wonderful, grown children. Ginae and her husband love beaches, biking, and family time. Ginae enjoys her time creating art and writing. www.ginaeleescott.com
About God Manifest Publishing
God Manifest Publishing was founded in 2019 to provide big publisher services at a fraction of the cost and a fraction of the author’s royalties to new and lesser-known, Christian-based authors. Whether you’re seeking a professional publisher to provide the full spectrum of publishing services (copy editing, proofreading, design, and distribution), or you’re a self-publisher seeking a publishing partner to provide you with one or more of the many behind-the-scenes services that authors need, God Manifest Publishing is ready to help your book come alive. www.godmanifestpublishing.com
In her new role as Vice President, Miller will continue to contribute her expertise and strategic vision to advance SOREDI’s mission of fostering economic growth and prosperity in Southern Oregon.
“I am pleased to be part of SOREDI’s executive committee and participate in the economic development of our region,” says Miller. “Rentec Direct is a traded sector company and one piece of the economic environment that stimulates our region. SOREDI helps all businesses, like Rentec, thrive and unifies southern Oregon to be one of the most business-friendly regions. I will continue to support the organization’s mission and goals while making a positive impact on the incredible companies that do business in southern Oregon.”
Miller’s commitment to her role as Vice President and her contributions within the organization, reflect her dedication to her community, and Rentec Direct is confident that she will excel in her position.
For more information about SOREDI and their initiatives, please visit SOREDI’s website.
About Rentec Direct Rentec Direct is an award-winning property management software serving landlords and property managers across the United States. Features include online rent payments, tenant and owner portals, one of the industry’s largest vacancy listing syndication networks, full property, tenant, and owner accounting, 1099-MISC reporting and more. Rentec Direct was recognized as Real Estate Company of the Year in the 2024 American Business Awards®, and was named the Most Customer Friendly Companies of the Year in the 2023 Best in Biz Awards, has been named to the Inc. 5000 List of Fastest-Growing Private Companies for seven years in a row. For more information, visit http://www.rentecdirect.com.
About SOREDI Southern Oregon Regional Economic Development Inc. (SOREDI) is dedicated to increasing the long-term prosperity of Jackson and Josephine Counties. SOREDI provides business development resources, support for entrepreneurs, and strategic initiatives aimed at fostering economic growth in Southern Oregon. For more information, visit http://www.soredi.org.
“I’m thrilled to join WhiteFlag as the Chief Community Officer. Everything WhiteFlag stands for aligns with my personal journey and values. As someone who relied heavily on peer support during my own mental health challenges, it is a game-changer. My goal is to bridge our communities, raise awareness about the WhiteFlag app, and encourage people to seek peer-to-peer support,” says Underwood.
In his new role, Underwood will serve as a public face of WhiteFlag, representing the organization at events, conferences, media appearances, and on social media. He will be at the forefront of the company’s mission to connect and support individuals facing mental health challenges, leveraging his over 2 million followers across all social media platforms to extend WhiteFlag’s reach.
Underwood’s focus will be on creating mental health-related content to be shared on his social media channels and across WhiteFlag’s platforms, driving engagement and awareness.
“As Chief Community Officer, Colton Underwood will be instrumental in shaping WhiteFlag’s future by fostering a supportive, engaged, and resilient community dedicated to mental health advocacy and support. His leadership and vision are essential to advancing our mission and making a tangible difference in our growing community,” says Jonny McCoy, CEO and Co-founder of WhiteFlag.
WhiteFlag’s mission is particularly crucial in light of the loneliness epidemic. Research shows that 1 out of 2 people will experience measurable levels of loneliness this year, a crisis that has been declared a pandemic by the U.S. Surgeon General. The addition of Underwood to the team means that millions more people who need support will learn about the WhiteFlag resource and, upon downloading, will feel some instant relief from their mental health symptoms and a reduction in their feelings of loneliness.
About WhiteFlag
WhiteFlag is a free, anonymous, peer-to-peer mental health app that connects individuals seeking support with those who wish to offer it. The app offers a safe and supportive community where users can share their struggles and receive encouragement and advice from peers who have faced similar challenges. With a mission to break the stigma surrounding mental health, WhiteFlag aims to make mental health support accessible to everyone.
WhiteFlag has been recognized by Fast Company’s World Changing Ideas award and has achieved over 150,000 downloads. The organization has raised $3 million in funding and has additional high profile team members like All Pro NFL player Justin Simmons and actor and Green Beret Nate Boyer supporting the cause.
About Colton Underwood
Colton Underwood, a renowned television personality, New York Times best-selling author, and former NFL player, has made significant strides as an advocate for mental health and the LGBTQIA+ community. After retiring from football due to injuries, Colton founded The Colton Underwood Legacy Foundation, focusing on mental health support for collegiate athletes.
Underwood gained widespread recognition as a contestant on “The Bachelorette” and “Bachelor in Paradise,” eventually becoming the lead on “The Bachelor.” His journey continued with the Netflix series “Coming Out Colton,” where he shared his personal story of coming out as gay, promoting acceptance and understanding.
Colton has been featured in major media outlets such as People Magazine, US Weekly, USA Today, and Men’s Health, and has appeared on the Today Show. He has used his platform to raise awareness about mental health issues. As WhiteFlag’s Chief Community Officer, Colton leverages his experiences and visibility to foster a supportive and inclusive community, promoting acceptance and mental health awareness through various initiatives and public appearances.
For more details and to view Underwood’s content, follow @WhiteFlagapp and Colton Underwood on social media.
Women We Admire is pleased to announce The Top 50 Women Leaders of Baltimore for 2024
NEW YORK, Aug. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Women We Admire is pleased to announce The Top 50 Women Leaders of Baltimore for 2024. As the most populous city in the state of Maryland, Baltimore’s diverse economy is led by talented, skilled leaders in a variety of forward-thinking, innovative sectors. Major industries in Charm City include finance, education, healthcare, science, business services IT, manufacturing, and construction. Government positions are also a primary employer in Baltimore.
Among this year’s honorees, we honor business leader Martine Balthazar, a Senior Human Resources Business Partner at Molson Coors Beverage Company. Balthazar leads an organization of 90 employees who support improving payroll and workforce administration processes for 30,000 employees across the United States and Mexico.
A leader in one of Baltimore’s largest employers, the Johns Hopkins University System, Jennifer Adams is the Director of International Teaching and Global Leadership and an Associate Professor at Johns Hopkins, America’s first research university. With an eye toward the future, Adams’ research investigates how climate change shapes children’s learning in diverse contexts.
Finally, we recognize the career of Louritha Green, the Branch Chief for the Office of International Affairs of US Customs and Border Protection, a part of the Department of Homeland Security. A certified trade advisor, international commercial arbitrator, and border security expert, Green has 25 years of experience with Asia-Pacific and European cultures, law, and policy and 20 years of expertise in trade and security law.
Please join us in celebrating the accomplishments of The Top 50 Women Leaders of Baltimore for 2024.
Charisse Hughes (Kellanova), Louritha Green (US Customs and Border Protection), Jennifer Adams (The Johns Hopkins University), Divya Srikumaran (Johns Hopkins Medicine), Megan Bailey (Labcorp), Melissa Helicke (Johns Hopkins Medicine), Lenora Henry (American Red Cross), Rebecca Altman (University of Maryland Medical System), Nancy Haines (Allegis Group), Delphine Kocher (Constellium), Tabata Gomez (McCormick & Co.), Whitney Boles (Constellation), Trishana Bowden (George Mason University), Dr. Renique Kersh (University of Maryland Baltimore County), Jana Gold (Alvarez & Marsal), Phyllis Keys (Morgan State University), Angela Celestin (CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield), Nicole Petroski (Mercy Medical Center Baltimore MD), Mary Crystal (FWD Insurance), Terri Bracciale (Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty), Jessica Silwick (ABET), Erin McCarthy (Brookfield Properties), Amber Scurti (CoreLife Healthcare), Maryann Jones (Garrison Forest School), Joni Rutter (National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS), and many others.
Women We Admire provides news and information on today’s women leaders in business, entertainment, sports, motherhood, medicine, law, and many other fields. We cover a broad range of topics and areas of interest aimed at recognizing the achievements of exceptional women while inspiring others to aim high and continue their journey towards reaching their full potential. Women We Admire and its affiliates circulate its content to over 32,000 individuals and businesses.
“I am excited to bring RISE Flag Football to Chicago because it provides kids with the opportunity to play a sport they love in a supportive and inclusive environment,” said McGreevy. “Through this league, I hope to instill values of hard work and teamwork in our players, skills that they can carry with them throughout their lives.”
More than just a sports league, this initiative aims to provide a nurturing environment for young athletes to not only grasp the fundamentals of flag football but also cultivate crucial traits such as leadership, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
“We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Flag Football League in Chicago. This league is not just about the game; it’s about shaping well-rounded individuals who can excel both on and off the field,” said Owner and CEO TJ Lane.
RISE Flag Football League will provide a safe and supportive environment for young athletes to discover their potential in Chicago, but is also vital to the local community. Not only will RISE provide an avenue for young individuals to engage in physical activity and promote healthier lifestyles, these leagues bring families together and foster the growth of well-rounded individuals posed to become future leaders within their community.
The league saw an exceptional year of growth and impact in 2023, marking significant milestones that underscore its commitment to youth development. The organization has seen remarkable expansion, including engaging over 25,000 enthusiastic youth and providing them a platform to learn, grow and excel both on and off the field, securing a monumental partnership with global sports brand Under Armour, and signing 75 agreements with owners in local markets across 20 states.
For more information on registration, league details, and how to get involved, click HERE.
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Steady growth in median CEO compensation. Median CEO compensation has risen steadily, reaching a new high of $132,077 in 2022, up from $118,541 in 2018.
Gender pay gap in CEO compensation across nonprofit budget sizes continues. Data from 2022 reveals that the gender pay gap in CEO compensation within the nonprofit sector persists, particularly in organizations with larger budgets. In nonprofits with budgets over $50 million, the median salary for male CEOs is $559,770, while the median salary for female CEOs is $430,640—a difference of $129,130. Female CEOs in this budget range now earn just 77 cents for every dollar earned by their male counterparts, a significant decline from 82 cents in 2012.
Science and technology research institutes lead in executive pay. The report reveals that science and technology research institutes top the list with a median executive compensation of $199,965 in 2022. Health-related nonprofits also rank high, with median compensations of $198,390 for general health and $190,012 for medical research.
Northeast 501(c)(3) organizations lead in median executive pay across United States regions. The District of Columbia has the highest median executive compensation, followed by New York and Massachusetts.
Women CEOs are increasingly represented across nonprofits, but major gaps persist in larger organizations. Women continue to dominate leadership in smaller nonprofits, holding 58% of CEO positions in organizations with budgets of $250,000 or less and 61% in those between $250–$500,000. However, a significant gender gap persists in larger nonprofits, where women accounted for only 29% of CEOs in organizations with budgets exceeding $50 million.
Reina Mukai, senior data services manager at Candid, said, “Our 2024 Nonprofit Compensation Report illuminates critical trends in executive pay, revealing not just figures, but disparities within the sector. With data from over 128,000 organizations, Candid provides a detailed look into the evolving landscape of nonprofit executive compensation, offering key insights and identifying ongoing challenges within the sector.”
To learn more about Candid’s 2024 Nonprofit Compensation Report and download a sample report, please visit this webpage. To request a media copy of the report, please contact [email protected].
About Candid Candid is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides the most comprehensive data and insights about the social sector. Every year, millions of nonprofits spend trillions of dollars around the world. Candid finds out where that money comes from, where it goes, and why it matters. Candid was formed in 2019 when GuideStar and Foundation Center merged. Candid combined GuideStar’s tools on nonprofits and Foundation Center’s tools on foundations with new resources to offer more comprehensive, real-time information about the social sector. Find out more at candid.org and on LinkedIn and Instagram.
VPL Rx and Cold Chain Technologies partner to enhance temperature-sensitive medication shipping for specialty pharmacies with a new value-added service.
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Aug. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — VPL Rx, a clinically minded shipping, tracking, and compliance solution for specialty pharmacies, announced its partnership with Cold Chain Technologies (CCT), a leading provider of sustainable thermal packaging and digital solutions for specialty pharmacies and the life science industry. Both companies are partnering to offer a value-added service for VPL Rx’s specialty pharmacy customers, helping them ship temperature-sensitive medications with greater efficiency and assurance.
This combined offering will provide VPL Rx customers with reliable thermal packaging solutions, seasonal pack-out guidance, economical shipping options, real-time tracking, and exportable metrics, all integrated directly into the VPL Rx platform. Customers can now select a thermal packaging option during their normal shipping workflow. The new feature will also provide packaging recommendations based on the predicted route and destination of the parcel. Customers can then track these shipments and receive confirmation of delivery as well. All of these features aim to support the goal of specialty pharmacies to provide the best patient experience by delivering patients’ medications in a safe, timely, and effective manner.
Eric McGlade, Co-Founder and CEO of VPL, remarked on the excitement of the new partnership and the value it brings to VPL’s specialty pharmacy customers:
“CCT has been in the industry for a long time, and we are excited to be partnering with a leader in the thermal packaging space for our specialty pharmacy partners. Integrating the selection of the right packaging solution directly into our existing shipping workflow will greatly enhance the convenience and efficiency for our customers.”
Ranjeet Banerjee, CEO of Cold Chain Technologies, LLC, added:
“The CCT and VPL Rx partnership will help pharmacies achieve an easy and efficient user experience when selecting and shipping critical temperature-sensitive medications.” Specialty pharmacies will greatly benefit from an integrated platform to ensure their outbound operations run at optimum efficiency.”
The partnership between VPL Rx and CCT is just one of the many actions that VPL Rx has taken to bring innovative solutions to the specialty pharmacy industry, helping them ship critical medications more safely, effectively, and efficiently.
About VPL
VPL Rx is a clinically minded shipping, tracking, and compliance solution designed to modernize pharmacy distribution and promote healthier patients. Our quicker shipping workflow delivers prescriptions safely with real-time tracking, delivery alerts, and last-mile intervention. Exportable performance reporting and data analytics help pharmacies optimize costs and maintain compliance and accreditation.
About Cold Chain Technologies
Cold Chain Technologies (CCT) is a leading global provider of sustainable thermal packaging and digital solutions for the shipment of temperature-sensitive material, principally serving the life science industry. With more than 50 years of proven product assurance in transit, CCT has built a reputation as the life science industry’s most innovative and dependable provider. For more information, please visit coldchaintech.com.
These ranked lists were curated as the result of an independent, national survey conducted over March and April of 2024, which queried thousands of industry experts ranging from physicians, surgeons, plastic surgery clinic managers, and health care professionals working in plastic surgery. Based on the results of this survey, a score was calculated for each surgeon based on the number of recommendations, a quality assessment, and relevant certifications and background of the candidates.
The results were then compiled and the top 30 plastic surgeons from each category were ranked and listed by their scores, with the remaining candidates being listed alphabetically. Over 8,400 were collected, reviewed, and analyzed to help produce the score for each procedure.
Dr. Rohrich was ranked in the first position as the top plastic surgeon for rhinoplasty in the United States, with the highest score based on Newsweek’s unique scoring system. Dr. Rohrich also appeared in the other lists, ranking number 1 for facelifts, number 1 for eye lifts, number 1 for liposuction, and number 2 for breast augmentation. Dr. Rohrich also ranked number 1 for both rhinoplasty and facelift surgery in Newsweeks Best Plastic Surgeons lists in 2021, 2022, and 2023.
“I’m extremely honored to have been recognized by Newsweek in this unique peer reviewed process,” says Dr. Rohrich. “These types of awards are valuable tools that can help guide patients towards well qualified plastic surgeons as surgeon selection is the single most important factor for ensuring a successful outcome in plastic surgery.”
A long-standing advocate for patient safety, Dr. Rohrich lectures frequently around the world at surgical conferences and educational meetings promoting innovations in safe and effective plastic surgery practices and much of his writing and presentations focus on rhinoplasty, and revision rhinoplasty, that is, correcting previously performed rhinoplasty that have had poor outcomes. Dr. Rohrich is also the author of the authoritative textbooks on the subject, “Dallas Rhinoplasty: Nasal Surgery by the Masters” which is now published in six languages.
“Rhinoplasty truly epitomizes plastic surgery as a whole because it is a surgery of such great finesse and takes years to master,” says Dr. Rohrich. “Patients should always do their research and choose their surgeon carefully. Make sure he or she is board certified by the American Board of Medical Specialties, and has the expertise and the experience to deliver a safe and satisfactory outcome.”
About Rod J. Rohrich, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Dr. Rod J. Rohrich is a board certified plastic surgeon in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Rohrich is a Clinical Professor of Plastic Surgery at Baylor College of Medicine. He was the first Chair of the Department of Plastic Surgery as well as the first plastic surgeon selected as a Distinguished Teaching Professor at UT Southwestern Medical Center. He graduated from Baylor College of Medicine with high honors and completed his plastic surgery training at the University of Michigan Medical Center and fellowships at Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard (hand/microsurgery) and Oxford University (pediatric plastic surgery). He is Chair of the Dallas Rhinoplasty Meeting, Founding Chair of the Dallas Cosmetic Surgery and Medicine Meeting, Founding Member of the Alliance in Reconstructive Surgery, and a Founding Partner of the Dallas Plastic Surgery Institute. He was named the top plastic surgeon in the United States by Newsweek in both rhinoplasty and facelift surgery for four consecutive years from 2021 to 2024.
He is the immediate past (after serving for 18 years) Editor-in-Chief of the most respected global peer reviewed plastic surgery journal – the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Journal. He is Founding Editor-in-Chief/Editor Emeritus of the first open access peer reviewed plastic surgery journal, PRS Global Open. Dr. Rohrich has published over 1000 peer reviewed articles and seven textbooks in plastic surgery including a best-selling medical book entitled The Facial Danger Zones. Dr. Rohrich recently published an innovative cosmetic surgery video atlas, Cosmetic Surgery by the Masters.
Dr. Rohrich also served as president of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), the largest organization of board certified plastic surgeons in the world. He repeatedly has been selected by his peers as one of America’s best doctors. He received the ASPS Special Achievement Award and on three occasions has received one of his profession’s highest honors, the Plastic Surgery Foundation (PSF) Distinguished Service Award, which recognizes his contributions to education in plastic surgery. In addition, he has also been recognized by the PSF with the Plastic Surgery Foundation Distinguished Career Researcher Award for his contributions to plastic surgery research and innovations. He is also the recipient of the ASPS 2022 Honorary Citation.
“Some brains function differently than ‘neurotypical’ brains, and some students may require different supports,” said VP of Education and Marketing, Dr. Christina Counts. “With this white paper, educators and school support staff can gain new insights into neurodiversity, reimagine their instructional practices, and create classrooms and learning spaces where all learners can thrive.”
About MiEN Company MiEN is a global company serving the education industry with innovative furniture products and services that promote and support active and interactive learning environments in engaging and functional ways. An American company with a strong European influence, its products and services represent the ideas and collaborative efforts of an expert team of suppliers, designers, and engineers. Built strong and durable using eco-friendly, sustainable materials, its products rank high in the industry in meeting the demands of creating dynamic and collaborative learning environments. For more information go to https://miencompany.com
“For more than 30 years, I have focused on improving healthcare for our most vulnerable populations,” said Dr. Petit. “By aligning this experience with Cantata’s mission, I am certain we can deliver unique, technology-driven solutions such as Arize that meet the needs of behavioral health organizations, enabling them to prioritize person-centered care and achieve better outcomes.”
As a nationally recognized thought leader, Dr. Petit will represent Cantata in driving industry conversations on how new standards in EHR technology continue to evolve to improve staff satisfaction and the client experience.
“We are thrilled to have Dr. Petit join Cantata as our Chief Clinical Advisor,” said Alan Tillinghast,” CEO of Cantata Health Solutions. “For too long behavioral health and human services providers have had to put up with EHRs that no longer meet the mark. Our goal is to do things differently than they have been done in the past. We’ve introduced a new approach to EHR technology. Experts like Dr. Petit help us ensure that we are truly meeting the needs of our customers.”
To learn more about how behavioral health and human service providers are making the shift to a better EHR, visit CantataHealth.com.
About Cantata Health Solutions Built by behavioral health industry veterans, Cantata Health Solution’s Arize care management platform provides a modern EHR, a complete billing and revenue cycle management solution, and an extensive array of client engagement tools. Arize offers clinicians, executives, back-office staff, and clients a collaborative view of the health record. In an industry dedicated to serving the most vulnerable population, its mission is to provide technology that empowers so providers don’t have to rely on legacy systems that only hinder their progress.
