“Together, ARI, Auto Truck Group, and Holman Enterprises are able to leverage our unrivaled automotive core competencies to help customers overcome real-world business challenges that often transcend fleet,” Anthony Foursha, executive vice president, sales and service excellence, ARI.

MOUNT LAUREL, N.J. (PRWEB)
May 13, 2020

ARI®, a leading global fleet services provider specializing in complex car and truck fleets, and its parent company Holman Enterprises today announced a pair of key sales leadership promotions designed to further strengthen the organization’s position as the premier provider of integrated B2B automotive and fleet management services. Joe Foster has been named the company’s Vice President of Technical Sales and Ryan Peters will assume the role of Vice President of Sales for ARI’s eastern region.

In his new role as Vice President of Technical Sales, Foster will now oversee a diverse team of regional engineering managers, account managers, and truck specification analysts who will further align the sales efforts of the organization’s commercial business segments including ARI and Auto Truck Group. Foster was previously responsible for ARI’s sales efforts throughout the eastern region, helping to develop a strong team of sales managers who specialize in aligning the company’s fleet management solutions with the needs of their customers. Foster began his career at Holman Enterprises in 2014 with Auto Truck Group, the organization’s work truck upfitter specializing in the design, manufacture, and installation of truck and van equipment, most recently serving as director of national fleet sales.

As Vice President of Sales, Peters will manage ARI’s new business development activities throughout the eastern United States and play a vital role in company’s continued strategic growth in the fleet management industry. Peters joined the organization in 2018 as a Director participating in Holman Enterprises’ Leadership Rotational program. Prior to joining Holman Enterprises, Peters worked as an Attorney with the prestigious Pepper Hamilton law firm and he also currently serves as a Lieutenant Commander in the SEAL team Reserve Unit.

“Joe and Ryan’s extensive automotive and fleet expertise combined with their natural leadership traits have proven to be invaluable to our organization and they’ll certainly continue to help our customers maximize the potential of their fleet as a strategic business asset,” said Anthony Foursha, executive vice president, sales and service excellence, ARI. “Together, ARI, Auto Truck Group, and Holman Enterprises are able to leverage our unrivaled automotive core competencies to help customers overcome real-world business challenges that often transcend fleet and the latest evolution of this alignment provides a truly seamless end-to-end supply chain solution for all fleet stakeholders.”

To learn more about how ARI, Auto Truck Group, and Holman Enterprises are helping commercial fleet stakeholders solve real-world business challenges and position fleet to make a meaningful contribution to the success of their organization, please visit FleetIsAnInvestment.com.

About ARI

ARI, a Holman Enterprises company, has revolutionized fleet management with technology that enables organizations around the world to realize new levels of efficiency and value by leveraging the power of data through the ARI insights® portal. Founded in 1948, ARI, now the largest family owned company in the industry, has continuously uncovered new ways for fleet managers to translate their fleets’ data into decreased costs and improved driver safety. Headquartered in Mount Laurel, New Jersey, ARI manages more than 1.9 million vehicles in North America, the UK and Europe and, together with its strategic partners, 3 million vehicles worldwide. Learn more at ARIFleet.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.

About Holman Enterprises

Holman Enterprises is a global organization that has provided trusted automotive services for 95 years by training, empowering, and rewarding exceptional people; by earning the loyalty and exceeding the expectations of each and every customer; and by giving back to the communities that support their success. Headquartered in Mount Laurel, New Jersey, Holman Enterprises is comprised of six business segments that support diverse sectors of the automotive industry: Holman Automotive, one of the largest privately-owned dealership groups in the U.S. with 39 dealership franchises representing 19 brands; Holman Insurance Services, a commercial and consumer insurance services company; Holman Parts Distribution, a national multi-brand powertrain parts distributor; Auto Truck Group, a truck up-fitting business; ARI, the largest privately-owned fleet leasing and management company in North America; and Holman Strategic Ventures, Holman’s corporate venture capital and innovation team. For additional information, please visit HolmanEnterprises.com.

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Primex’s New Golf Cart Dividers

The PrimexProtect™ Eagle and Birdie lines of golf cart dividers are easily installed on any golf cart.

Richmond, Ind. (PRWEB)
May 13, 2020

Most golf courses around the nation are slowly opening following months of closures and restrictions. But golf carts have been in short supply at many courses since most are requiring golfers to use individual carts. In order for courses to keep golfers on the course while still practicing social distancing, Primex Plastics Corporation has created the PrimexProtect™ Eagle and Birdie lines of golf cart dividers (patent pending). They are easily installed plastic shielding systems for golf carts. Now carts can be shared by two golfers while helping maintain social distancing, getting courses running at full capacity.

The Eagle system extends from the seat back to the dash, while the Birdie version runs from the seat back to the front edge of the seat. Both systems are made from clear vinyl sheet, attach easily with no drilling or tools required, and roll up out of the way when not needed. The dividers are constructed with hook and loop fasteners for attachment to the cart roof, and galvanized wire weighting at the bottom. They can be disinfected with mild soap and water or most cleaning agents.

Prices for the Birdie version start at $29.95 each, while the Eagle starts at $49.95 each.

Since early March, Primex has been producing its line of PrimexProtect™ products to ensure safety for first responders, medical personnel, other employees and customers. With the Eagle and Birdie dividers, the product line keeps expanding and now includes face shields, social distancing barriers and medical waste containers, as well as social distancing signage and ear protection.

All PrimexProtect™ products are proudly produced in Richmond, Indiana at Primex’s Design & Fabrication division.

For more details visit our PrimexProtect™ web page.

About Primex Plastics Corporation

Primex Plastics, a subsidiary of ICC Industries, Inc., is the largest extruder of custom sheet in the industry, ranging from monolayer sheet to tri-layer co-extrusion. In addition to its extrusion business, Primex is the parent company of Primex Design & Fabrication and Primex Color, Compounding & Additives.

For more information visit http://www.primexplastics.com.

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Reliance Partners

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (PRWEB)
May 13, 2020

Reliance Partners is pleased to announce the addition of Thom Albrecht as Chief Financial Officer & Chief Revenue Officer. Mr. Albrecht is a 32-year veteran of the transportation space and served most recently as Chief Commercial Officer and Chief Financial Officer with Celadon Group. Prior to Celadon, Albrecht’s experience included transportation consulting, equity research, and M&A. He previously served as President of Sword & Sea Transport as well as Managing Director at BB&T Capital Markets.

During the course of his career, Mr. Albrecht has worked closely with motor carriers, freight brokers, freight forwarders, shippers and equipment companies. He is widely considered one of the leading analysts in the sector. He has been quoted in the Wall Street Journal, The Journal of Commerce, FreightWaves, Logistics Management, and Transport Topics. Mr. Albrecht has been recognized as a Wall Street Journal All-Star among the publication’s analyst rankings and he was also recognized by Institutional Investor as the top analyst in his space among regional and boutique firms, both on multiple occasions.

“I have known Thom for several years and he has an amazing reputation in the logistics world,” says Reliance President, Chad Eichelberger. “His expertise and experience will allow us to continue to grow our presence of the commercial transportation insurance space.”

“Thom has personally been involved with over 40 IPOs and secondary offerings during his career,” added Reliance CEO, Andrew Ladebauche. “His knowledge and relationships are spread throughout the industry. We are excited to welcome him to the team.”

Reliance has received numerous accolades for its growth and workplace culture including Inc Magazine as a member of its 5000 Fastest Growing Privately-Held Companies from 2016-2019, Inc. Magazine’s ‘50 Best Workplaces,’ Fortune as one of “America’s Best Workplaces and Freight Tech 100 for 2019-2020.

Reliance Partners is one of the fastest-growing commercial insurance agencies in the country. The company has locations in Chattanooga, TN, Birmingham, AL, Chicago, IL, Austin, TX, Milwaukee, WI, Sacramento, CA, and Tampa, FL, with a national client base largely concentrated in the transportation and logistics space.

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Julia Sweeney, President of Infolinx

Infolinx has thrived under Julia’s leadership and I know that she is the right leader for this team.

KENSINGTON, Md. (PRWEB)
May 13, 2020

Infolinx, a division of Spacesaver Interiors, today announced that Julia Sweeney has been named President of Infolinx. Sweeney previously held the position of Vice President of Infolinx, serving as leader of the business unit.

“Infolinx has thrived under Julia’s leadership and I know that she is the right leader for this team.” said CEO Amy Hamilton. “She is a proven leader with a winning combination of strategic sales acumen, business process improvement, and team development. Her vision for strategic growth and a customer-first approach is exactly what Infolinx needs as it enters its next phase of product innovation and growth.”

Julia has over 30 years of strategic growth and sales experience from her previous senior executive roles at global Fortune 500 companies. Her industry knowledge and proven ability to build high-performing teams will be key to positioning Infolinx for growth in new and existing verticals.

Since joining Infolinx in Q4 of 2018, Julia has spearheaded significant strategy shifts, with a strong focus on better aligning proven technology with the needs of today’s organizations. Under Julia’s leadership, the company surpassed its sales projections, secured compliance with current regulatory requirements and increased its portfolio of enterprise customers.

“During my first year with Infolinx, we made tremendous progress,” said Julia. “From new product development processes, to re-focusing investments in our marketing strategy and establishing strong organizational security policies – all while delivering revenue growth. I also focused on ensuring that our team was aligned with our strategic goals as well as fostering a strong sense of collaboration. Looking ahead, my goals include continuing the drive for revenue growth and accelerating our ability to innovate as a company.”

Founded in 1987, Infolinx, a division of Spacesaver Interiors, is a leading provider of records and information management software. Infolinx provides a streamlined solution for managing records and information at any scale to meet the compliance and information governance needs of today’s organizations.

About Infolinx:

As a leading provider of records and information management software, Infolinx enables organizations to track and manage the complete lifecycle of important physical and digital records. From record creation to disposition, Infolinx provides a streamlined solution for managing records and information at any scale to meet the compliance and information governance needs for today’s modern workplace. Apply lifecycle rules or legal holds, secure access at any level, and create workflow approvals – all with a legally defensible audit trail. Available in the cloud or on-premises, Infolinx is scalable, 100% browser-based and implemented across several industry verticals including healthcare, pharmaceutical, government, financial services, and education. To learn more, visit infolinx.com.

About Spacesaver Interiors:

Spacesaver Interiors is a full-service commercial dealer representing over 70 quality manufacturers who share our commitment to sustainability, quality and customer service within the Washington metropolitan area. Clients come to Spacesaver Interiors when they need comprehensive, highly functional, and creative workplace solutions. Whether they require storage and furniture solutions or business services, we provide them with the highest level of service and experience in the business. To learn more, visit spacesaverinteriors.com.

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Deborah Post, Chairperson, Peekskill Industrial Development Agency

Appointing Deborah Post to the Peekskill IDA is exciting for the City of Peekskill, especially during these times. We’re looking to continue moving the city forward and, in order to do so, we need individuals with drive, passion and skill who are ready to give our city a well deserved new beginning.

PEEKSKILL, N.Y. (PRWEB)
May 12, 2020

The Peekskill Industrial Development Agency (PIDA) has announced the election of Deborah Post as Chairperson. Post, who joined the organization in 2010, previously served as Secretary and Vice-Chairperson of the Board of Directors.

Deborah Post’s commitment to community improvement is demonstrated by over 30 years of work experience in the field of community and economic development, affordable housing development and planning. Her career has spanned the non-profit, public and private sectors.

Since 2009, Ms. Post served as Senior Director of Housing Development and Finance for Community Housing Innovations, Inc., a nonprofit housing agency that operates in Westchester County and the surrounding region. In this role, she has secured funding and approvals and completed the development and rehabilitation of emergency, transitional, and affordable permanent housing that reinforce the agency’s mission to provide housing and human services that support social and economic independence. Most recently, Ms. Post took over the agency’s development and communications role. Ms. Post previously worked for a for-profit affordable housing development company headquartered in Westchester County.

“Appointing Deborah Post to the Peekskill IDA is exciting for the City of Peekskill, especially during these times,” said Peekskill Mayor Andre Rainey. “We’re looking to continue moving the city forward and, in order to do so, we need individuals with drive, passion and skill, who are ready to give our city a well deserved new beginning. The PIDA is a great asset to our great city and having great people on board will result in great things happening. We look forward to the continued partnership with the IDA under her leadership and the progress of this place we all call home.”

The PIDA, a corporate governmental agency constituting a public benefit corporation, was created to assist the City of Peekskill in financing projects within the city limits that would enhance the social and economic fabric of the community.

A 24-year Peekskill resident, Ms. Post was employed by the City of Peekskill in the 1990’s as the City of Peekskill’s Director of Economic Development and Deputy Director of Planning as well as the Assistant Director of the PIDA. During her tenure with the City of Peekskill, the successful Downtown Artist Lofts Program was initiated and over 500,000 square feet of light industrial development was completed at Peekskill’s Charles Point Industrial Park.

“Before the COVID-19 pandemic, economic development efforts in Peekskill were gathering momentum,” noted Ms. Post. “There has been a renewed interest in Peekskill as a destination point and as a place to live. That interest, coupled with the $10 million DRI grant, puts our city in a position to hit the ground running once distancing restrictions are relaxed. We expect the PIDA and its sister agencies, the PLDC and the PFDC, will be instrumental in the implementation of the various development plans that are being considered. We at the PIDA are looking forward to being an integral part of Peekskill’s recovery and growth.”

“Deborah’s economic development expertise is extensive and Peekskill is fortunate to have such an accomplished PIDA Chairperson. I particularly look forward to working with Deborah, the IDA Board and the City Council to achieve innovative and high-impact economic development projects in the coming years,” said Matthew Rudikoff, Director of the Peekskill Office of Economic Development and IDA Executive Director.

Ms. Post graduated from the Yale School of Management with a Masters in Business Administration. She also holds a Bachelors of Science degree in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School of Business.

The City of Peekskill is located at 840 Main Street in Peekskill, N.Y., and can be reached at 914-737-3400 or by visiting http://www.cityofpeekskill.com.

About the City of Peekskill

The City of Peekskill is a thriving, historic community located on the banks of the Hudson River. Just under one hour north of New York City, Peekskill is culturally and economically vibrant with abundant natural resources due to its location on the river and at the gateway to the Hudson Highlands. The waterfront, with over three miles of continuous parkland, is a regional destination with a variety of active and passive recreation, as well as breathtaking views of the Hudson River. While Peekskill’s waterfront parks, walking trails and dog park remain open during the coronavirus pandemic, guidelines for social distancing are enforced. The downtown area features an array of dining establishments currently offering take out, curbside pickup or delivery. The City recently passed a local ordinance allowing for free 15 minute parking in front of restaurants exclusively for the pick up of food and beverages. Home to a growing arts community, Peekskill is also a hub for new-generation technology and multimedia. For more information, visit http://www.cityofpeekskill.com.

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Luis D. Sosa is named 2020 board president of the Public Relations Society of America California Capital Chapter.

As public relations professionals in an ever-changing industry, we need to be on a never-ending quest to learn, grow and continuously hone our craft.

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (PRWEB)
May 12, 2020

Merlot Marketing announces that PR.0 Manager Luis D. Sosa is currently serving as board president of the Public Relations Society of America California Capital Chapter (PRSA CCC). Sosa’s three-year term began in 2019 when chapter members named him president-elect and will conclude in 2021 when he assumes the role of immediate past-president.

“This has been an unusual start to the year due to COVID-19, but the Sacramento PRSA board has been tenacious and forward-thinking, focusing on offering digital programming events, online resources for our local members, and setting our chapter up for success in the years to come,” said Sosa.

He also shared that the board’s main focus this year is to position PRSA CCC for long-term success through internal procedures, as well as providing valuable programs and resources to current and prospective members.

TWEET THIS: National #publicrelations agency @MerlotMarketing sits down with PR.0 Manager and @PRSASacramento President @ldsosapr to discuss the chapter initiatives in 2020 and the value of @PRSA. https://youtu.be/kEcayAmU5UM #PRSA

“As public relations professionals in an ever-changing industry, we need to be on a never-ending quest to learn, grow and continuously hone our craft,” said Debi Hammond, founder and CEO of Merlot Marketing. “Merlot Marketing fully supports our team pursuing personal and professional development and we are thrilled to see Luis take on this leadership role within PRSA CCC.”

Sosa has been with Merlot Marketing since 2015, executing PR.0, social media and creative strategy and campaigns for national and international brands within the kitchen and bath industry. As part of Merlot’s leadership team, he plays an important role in elevating the agency’s internal operations and policies.

PRSA CCC offers professional development programming, public relations resources and networking events to the greater Sacramento region from Stockton to Tahoe, serving over 130 marketing and communications professionals in Northern California. For more information on PRSA CCC, visit https://prsaccc.org/.

To watch a complete interview between Debi Hammond and Luis D. Sosa discussing chapter initiatives and the value of PRSA, visit Merlot Marketing on YouTube at https://youtu.be/kEcayAmU5UM.

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Nicole Shanks, Vice President of Human Resources

Nicole’s amazing background in hospitality makes her an impressive fit for building our culture and team members towards being the perfect fit for our employee engagement and customer experience that we are striving for moving forward.

SAN DIEGO (PRWEB)
May 12, 2020

Controlled Contamination Services (CCS) is pleased to announce Nicole Shanks as the new Vice President of Human Resources. Nicole reports directly to CCS President, Eric Goldmann and will be a member of the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) at CCS. Nicole will be responsible for all aspects of Human Resources including oversight of the organizations hiring processes, building our “Culture of One” program, adherence to internal policies and standards for our team members and designing and implementing onboarding and on-going training programs as well as continuing to the build the HR team in the US for CCS’s future growth.

Nicole comes to CCS from Texas Western Hospitality where she was the Vice President of Human Resources. Nicole has built an impressive resume in hospitality roles over the past fifteen years with positions with Omni Hotels, Pillar Hotels, Hilton Hotels, and started her career in 2006 with Sheraton. Nicole’s amazing background in hospitality makes her an impressive fit for building our culture and team members towards being the perfect fit for our employee engagement and customer experience that we are striving for moving forward. Nicole is a graduate of Georgia State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing. She lives in Dallas with her husband and two boys and when she is not working, she enjoys surfing and fishing in lakes all over Texas.

About Controlled Contamination Systems:

CCS is the leading provider of GMP cleaning services for controlled environments in the Life Sciences, Data Center, and manufacturing industries. CCS provides its clients with comprehensive cleaning, decontamination, and technical service solutions that exceed the health, safety, and environmental requirements for your business.

Since 1993, CCS has cleaned and provided facility solutions, technical services, and bio-decontamination service to millions of square feet of client space throughout the US. CCS tailors its solutions with proven best practices in facility services and cleaning controlled environments.

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SAN FRANCISCO (PRWEB)
May 12, 2020

Mixhalo, the proprietary platform delivering soundboard audio in real-time at live events, today announced Andy Donner as its first Chief Commercial Officer. The appointment of Donner — who will oversee sales, business development, and corporate strategy — comes as the company is being tapped to enable and enhance novel event productions such as drive-in and physically-distant concerts that are emerging due to the impact of COVID-19.

“We’re deep in negotiations with the major players across the entertainment industry to enable the safe transition back to live, in-person events that adhere to government guidelines,” said Mike Einziger, Co-Founder of Mixhalo and lead guitarist for Incubus. “Andy’s skillset will be invaluable in ensuring that live events not only return, but return with unrivaled sound quality and new opportunities for artist-fan interaction.”

The default mechanism for drive-in audio — FM transmission — has been around since the 60’s. Often gravelly and distant, FM radio falls short of the expectations of today’s fans who want an enhanced experience for their money — video screens, light shows and stellar sound. Mixhalo audio, which can be streamed from a mobile phone to a car stereo via Bluetooth or auxiliary, is equivalent to a bitrate of 320 kbps versus the 96 kbps FM radio delivers. Fans will hear every note, every instrument, every whisper, perfectly mixed as the artist and sound engineers intended.

Mixhalo allows fans to tap into the same studio-quality audio that musicians are listening to onstage and it also enables personalized listening experiences — just as Aerosmith does by allowing fans to toggle between the band mix, the Steven Tyler mix, and the Joe Perry mix at their Mixhalo-enabled shows. As internationally acclaimed artist, Pharell Williams: noted, “Mixhalo allows the audience to hear what it is like to be part of a band.”

Industry heavyweights have taken notice: Marc Geiger, Partner, WME Entertainment, said “The industry has had to completely reinvent itself to adjust to COVID-19. Mixhalo has figured out how to deliver clean, real-time, quality audio despite the challenges presented by non-traditional venues and this technology could not be more relevant right now,” and Ron Laffitte, who handles the careers of Pharrell Williams, Backstreet Boys, OneRepublic, Usher and Swedish House Mafia among others, similarly said “There’s nothing quite like being shoulder-to-shoulder in the front row of a concert — this goes for both the fans and for the artists who work so hard to deliver unforgettable performances. One day that experience will return but until then, people like Mike are helping strengthen the fan-artist connection with solutions like Mixhalo as we all navigate the wild world of performances during a pandemic.”

“I am blown away by Mixhalo’s potential to enhance live events, from concerts to sports. Giving fans direct access to the soundboard for the first time ever? It’s a no-brainer,” said Andy Donner, Chief Commercial Officer at Mixhalo. “COVID-19 has had a devastating impact on the live events business and while drive-in and physically-distant concerts may be our reality for some time, Mixhalo’s technology is uniquely positioned to deliver compelling live experiences amidst social distancing. Longer term, I can’t wait to see venues of all types and sizes — from local clubs to massive stadiums — full of screaming fans engaging with this groundbreaking technology.”

Donner joins Mixhalo from Eventbrite where he led the music and corporate development teams, and he previously held similar roles at Ticketfly and Pandora. He brings more than two decades of experience working and investing in software, digital media and consumer products. He joins an esteemed team of Mixhalo executives led by Co-Founder and guitarist for Incubus, Mike Einziger, Co-Founder Ann Marie Simpson, and newly appointed CEO, John Vars. The company boasts an impressive roster of investors and advisors that include Pharrell Williams, Metallica, Marc Geiger, Coran Capshaw, Rick Rubin, and Hans Zimmer. Late last year, Mixhalo announced a partnership with Staples Center and the company continues to partner with Aerosmith on the band’s historic Las Vegas residency.

About Mixhalo:

Mixhalo is a real-time audio platform delivering a high-quality, immersive experience for live events including concerts, conferences, festivals, sporting events, and anywhere people gather to hear content. Founded by Incubus guitarist and songwriter Mike Einziger and internationally-acclaimed violinist, Ann Marie Simpson-Einziger, Mixhalo enables live event organizers to give audiences exactly what they came for, with real-time audio delivered directly to attendees’ own phones (via a free app) and headphones. Mixhalo has been deployed by big names including Aerosmith, Charlie Puth, Incubus, Metallica, and TechCrunch. The company is backed by investors including Foundry Group, Sapphire Sport, Founders Fund, Defy Partners, Cowboy Ventures, Another Planet Entertainment, Red Light Management, and others in technology, sports and entertainment. For more information, visit http://www.mixhalo.com or follow us on Instagram at @Mixhalo.

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Candid president Brad Smith said, “Our board is one of Candid’s greatest assets, and I look forward to working together with with Naila Farouky, Rosa Gallego, Matt Gee, and Rhett Mabry.”

NEW YORK (PRWEB)
May 12, 2020

Candid announced the appointment of Naila Farouky, CEO of the Arab Foundations Forum; Rosa Gallego, director of International Relations for Asociación Española de Fundaciones; Matt Gee, co-founder and CEO of BrightHive; and Rhett Mabry, president of The Duke Endowment to its Board of Trustees as of May 1.

Candid president Brad Smith said, “In order to get people the information they need to do good, we benefit from the guidance and expertise of leaders working in technology, business, and global philanthropy. Our board is one of Candid’s greatest assets, and I look forward to working together with Naila, Rosa, Matt, and Rhett in this new capacity.”

Naila Farouky is CEO of the Arab Foundations Forum (AFF), a regional, membership-based association of foundations and philanthropic entities working across the Arab Region. During her tenure, Naila has successfully revitalized the network by increasing membership, broadening the geographic footprint of the network, and significantly increasing funding support for the organization. Naila also currently serves as Chair of the Board of Directors for Worldwide Initiative for Grantmaker Support (WINGS Network) and serves on the boards of ArteEast (New York), the Resource Alliance (global), and The Family Hub (Egypt). Twitter: @nfarouky

Rosa Gallego is director of International Relations for Asociación Española de Fundaciones (AEF; Spanish Association of Foundations), a membership association with 800 members that represents and advocates for foundations in Spain. Rosa is responsible for the international activities of the association, as well as for the regional groups. She is also involved in data-gathering initiatives of the foundation sector in Spain, where AEF is the leading organization in the field. Rosa helped create the Global Philanthropy Data Charter launched by Worldwide Initiative for Grantmaker Support (WINGS Network) and is on the WINGS board. Twitter: @irosagallego

Matt Gee is co-founder and CEO at BrightHive, a public benefit corporation building data collaboratives that power smarter government and more effective social service delivery. Matt is also a Data and Society Fellow at University of Chicago’s Knowledge Lab. He was the co-founder of the Eric and Wendy Schmidt Data Science for Social Good fellowship, and is widely recognized a leader in the application of data science, machine learning, and AI to social sector challenges. Twitter: @matthewgee

Rhett Mabry is president of The Duke Endowment. During his tenure as Director of the Child Care, Rhett played a key role in redefining the Endowment’s approach to children’s services. The foundation expanded its Child Care beneficiary list beyond residential group care to include prevention and early intervention providers. As president, he has begun carrying out the Board of Trustees’ vision for an organization-wide strategic focus on early childhood issues. Rhett has served on the North Carolina Governor’s Early Childhood Advisory Council and is a past board chair of the Southeastern Council of Foundations. Twitter: @dukeendowment

Candid’s Board of Trustees Chair, Vice President of Walmart’s Customer Product (eCommerce) division, T. Sylvester John, said, “We are confident Naila, Rosa, Matt, and Rhett will provide valuable insights and leadership as Candid confronts global challenges and mission-driven opportunities.”

Full bios for Naila Farouky, Rosa Gallego, Matt Gee, and Rhett Mabry are on Candid’s Board of Trustees webpage.

About Candid

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. Through research, collaboration, and training, Candid connects people who want to change the world to the resources they need to do it. Candid’s data tools on nonprofits, foundations, and grants are the most comprehensive in the world. Foundation Center and GuideStar joined forces to become Candid, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Find out more at candid.org and on Twitter @CandidDotOrg.

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HP Indigo 6900 in DLS’ Itasca, IL facility

The HP Indigo 6900 and Grafotronic DCL2 increase our ability to provide digital printing with superior print quality and excellent color matching along with an array of finishing options.

ITASCA, Ill. (PRWEB)
May 12, 2020

Diversified Labeling Solutions (DLS), a national converter of pressure-sensitive labels, is expanding its digital printing and finishing capabilities with the addition of an HP Indigo 6900 Digital Press and a Grafotronic DCL2 Modular Digital Finisher.

The HP Indigo 6900 and Grafotronic DCL2, installed at the DLS facility in Itasca, IL, will run alongside an existing fleet of over 25 digital and flexographic presses. The new equipment allows DLS to expand its production of digitally printed labels and flexible packaging, including small to medium-sized print runs, variable imaging, and brand protection features. With its superior image quality and fast production time, the HP Indigo 6900 will also augment DLS’ prime label and packaging offerings. The Grafotronic DCL2 provides a wide array of label embellishment and finishing options allowing DLS to provide highly customized label options for customers.

“As a label industry leader, DLS is continually investing in state-of-the-art technology that helps us serve our customers,” says CEO Jim Kersten. “Our customers look to us to provide quality labels with fast turnaround times, and this equipment will help us continue to do that. The HP Indigo 6900 and Grafotronic DCL2 increase our ability to provide digital printing with superior print quality and excellent color matching along with an array of finishing options.”

The HP Indigo 6900 supports a wide range of media including synthetic and paper substrates from 0.5 to 18 pt. It can reach up to 97% of PANTONE® colors as well as specialty and mixed inks. And HP’s proprietary Liquid Electrophotography technology delivers crisp, high-resolution printing that mirrors the gloss and texture of the media.

The Grafotronic DCL2 Modular Digital Finisher is ideal for post-press finishing and die cutting. This adds capabilities such as: varnishing, spot varnishing and color, lamination, cold foil application, semi-rotary die-cutting, and slitting to digital production runs. The Grafotronic will increase efficiencies and allow DLS to run all of its digital presses at higher speeds.

“Bringing in this new equipment allows DLS to offer its distributors new market opportunities such as cannabis labels that require strict registration and small print, to smaller runs, and flexible packaging for non-food related products. In existing markets, there is big advantage in resolution and a wider color gamut allowing DLS to offer accurate, extremely high quality labels for current applications”. Says James Cirigliano, VP Marketing.

About DLS

Since 1985, DLS has been a preferred B2B supplier of high-quality, custom-printed pressure sensitive labels. All products, from blank labels to full color high-definition labels, are produced utilizing the latest in flexographic and digital printing technologies. Exemplar of their motto “We only succeed when you do,” DLS’s dedicated team is passionate about labels and is willing to share their expertise with partnered distributors to help them grow their business. Located in five states and headquartered in Itasca, Illinois, DLS is well-situated to offer products to customers nationwide. To learn more about the dedicated team at DLS, its exceptional offerings and services, or to receive a quote in 3 hours or less, please visit teamdls.com or call 800.397.3013.

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