Gertex Solutions is a leading provider of customized packaging materials, products, and services.

Gertex will assume full control of Impak’s operations immediately with Chris Tremblay joining the Gertex executive leadership. The integration of the sales teams and other staff members will take place during September.

TORONTO (PRWEB)
September 10, 2020

Gertex Solutions Inc. (Gertex or the Company), a leading provider of customized packaging materials, equipment, and services, announced today the acquisition of Impak Packaging Systems Inc. (Impak) based in Toronto, Ontario. The addition of Impak’s skilled staff and executive leadership is perfectly aligned with the Gertex vision of becoming the market leader supplying end-to-end packaging solutions and supplies. Gertex already has a strong equipment business line but having Impak in the fold, will position the Company for even faster growth in this area.

Impak Packaging Systems Inc. has been owned and operated by Chris Tremblay since 2012, an electrical engineer with 30-years of experience in the industry. Started in 1995, Impak was a merger of two existing companies, and one of the original founders, Don Chung, still plays an integral role at the company. With their own technical service team and the guiding mantra of “we do it right,” Impak’s success has come from offering technologies that best suit the needs of their clients, outstanding service, and competitive pricing.

According to Paul Gertin, co-founder of Gertex Solutions, “we are excited about bringing Impak on board. They have a stellar reputation as a top packaging equipment provider in Ontario. From the first conversation, both sides knew this was a natural fit that would benefit both companies, and especially our customers. We now offer one of the widest selections of top-tier packaging solutions available and add expertise and experience that further strengthens our sales and service teams. Impak’s clients will also now enjoy a broader selection of leading packaging and related materials.”

“Even with the compelling operational and growth advantages, one of the factors I value most about this transition is the cultural alignment between our two organizations,” said Impak president, Chris Tremblay. He continues, “both companies are family-run businesses, and we behave and think about things in very similar ways. We share and practice core beliefs, such as doing what’s right for the customer and fostering a work environment of respect, opportunity, and engagement. We look forward to joining the Gertex family and are confident we’re all in for a great future together.”

One of the significant outcomes of the acquisition for Gertex is the addition of Impak’s service department. “Having an entire team of technicians with the ability to identify, install and maintain any equipment requirements is a huge advantage and is uncommon in the industry,” said Brian Gertin, Gertex co-founder. He continues, “carrying parts and having the ability to resolve virtually any packaging machine issue ourselves will help reduce customer frustration and improve their productivity.”

Gertex will assume full control of Impak’s operations immediately with Chris Tremblay joining the Gertex executive leadership. The integration of the sales teams and other staff members will take place during September.

About Gertex Solutions

Established in 1992 by brothers Brian, Michael, and Paul Gertin, Gertex Solutions is North America’s leading provider of customized packaging materials, products, and services. We partner with industry leaders like Sealed Air®, Wulftec, BestPack™, and others to offer our customers innovative tailor-made solutions to help them reduce labour costs, improve efficiencies, and encourage packaging sustainability. With more than 85,000 square feet of warehouse space and our fleet of transport vehicles, our clients’ packaging supplies are always in stock and on time. We are proud to provide excellent customer service, dependability, reliability, and just-in-time delivery to all our clients. For more information, please visit http://www.gertexsolutions.com.

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Larry Namer

“Larry is one of the industry’s most creative thinkers and visionaries, making him the perfect addition to our senior executive team. His extensive background and breadth of experience in all aspects of global entertainment and new technologies is unmatched,” comments Golomb.

LOS ANGELES (PRWEB)
September 10, 2020

Global entertainment mogul and E! founder Larry Namer has been appointed Chief Operating Officer of FanVestor, a fintech investment platform that allows fans to invest in their favorite celebrities, sports heroes and talent brands, the announcement was made today by FanVestor founder and CEO Michael Golomb.

“Larry is one of the industry’s most creative thinkers and visionaries, making him the perfect addition to our senior executive team. His extensive background and breadth of experience in all aspects of global entertainment and new technologies is unmatched,” comments Golomb. “Larry has moved from his role as an advisor to COO, as he has witnessed FanVestor rapidly gain momentum with talent and management teams.”

An entertainment industry veteran with 50 years professional experience in television, film, live events and digital media, Namer first joined FanVestor’s Advisory Board in January 2020, along with longtime business partner Martin Pompadur, former ABC Board Member, President, Ziff Corporation and Chairman of News Corp. Europe, with whom he co-founded Metan Global Entertainment Group (Metan) in 2009. Phil Quatararo, former CEO of Virgin Records, EMI Records and Warner Bros., also joined FanVestor’s board at this time.

In his new role as FanVestor’s COO, Namer is charged with overseeing the day-to-day operations and partner management for FanVestor.

“With the changing landscape for entertainers and athletes caused by the pandemic, the timing for FanVestor is ideal,” says Namer. “The media world needs to adapt to new realities and must find different ways to monetize fan bases. FanVestor gives both the celebrity and the fan the opportunity to join together in this new word we’re entering. I’m very excited to be part of the team that will create and implement new ways for the entire food chain in media and sports to move forward.”

“Robinhood gave retail investors an easy path to invest in their favorite publicly traded brands, while Instagram gave fans a glimpse into the world of their favorite celebrities. FanVestor’s platform leverages these two concepts in harmony, providing fans an opportunity to invest in their favorite celebrities,” adds Golomb.

Namer will also continue his work as President/CEO of Metan, a venture created to develop and distribute entertainment content and media specifically for Chinese speaking audiences in China and abroad.

He is the executive producer of the feature film EMPRESS, a new travel series for the China audience titled Explore The World, and an executive producer of the new crime drama series Nova Vita. He is a founding member of the recently launched lifestyle platform BeautyKween, co-founded by global branding expert Darren Mayer and former Club Kid and Heatherette designer Richie Rich.

Namer is the co-founder of E! Entertainment Television, a company now valued at over four billion USD, and the creator of several successful companies in the United States and overseas. Among those companies are Comspan Communications that pioneered Western forms of entertainment in the former Soviet Union and Steeplechase Media that served as the primary consultant to Microsoft’s MiTV for developing interactive TV applications.

Early on, he was named the youngest general manager of a major cable system at Valley Cable TV (VCTV) in Los Angeles. His vision and direction garnered VCTV several Emmy and Cable ACE award nominations, as well as recognition by Forbes magazine as the national model for local cable television programming. In 1989, he was awarded the prestigious President’s Award from the National Cable Television Association. He was honored with the “Outstanding Contribution to Asian Television Award” at the 19th Asian Television Awards in Singapore, and received the International Media Legacy Award at the 2017 Elite Awards Foundation Gala. He was the recipient of Lifetime Achievement Awards at the 2018 Hollywood Tribute Awards and the 2019 Hollywood China Night, presented by the American-Chinese CEO Society, both in celebration of the Academy Awards®. In July 2019, he was awarded The Tribeca Disruptor Award at the Novus Summit, held at the United Nations.

FanVestor is a global all-in data-driven fan investing and fan commerce platform, accessible by Website and app, designed for elite talent, musicians, and athletes, as well as entertainment, sport, and e-sport organizations. FanVestor offers a new way to engage with your favorite celebrities and athletes through Initial Talent Offerings™ (ITO) and Initial Entertainment Offerings™ (IEO). With FanVestor, fans can invest in their favorite artists and athletes and participate in exclusive rewards and experiences, such as priority access, enhanced fan experiences, and other benefits. Social media has made celebrities super brands, and FanVestor allows them to capitalize on this by raising capital (*as permitted by laws and regulations), for various projects and offer exclusive rewards to their fans for their participation in each raise.

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My entrepreneurial journey has been a long and sometimes rocky ride

CLEARWATER, Fla. (PRWEB)
September 10, 2020

Inc. magazine today revealed that WB Capital and Green Straw (Kamhi World) is No. 3597 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies. The list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the American economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent small businesses. Intuit, Zappos, Under Armour, Microsoft, Patagonia, and many other well-known names gained their first national exposure as honorees on the Inc. 5000.

“My entrepreneurial journey has been a long and sometimes rocky ride,” Kamhi remarked. “Having been an entrepreneur since my teens, I’ve known results that range from stunning success (the number one selling product in its category on Amazon) to debilitating debt. To achieve this honor of recognition on the Inc 5000 – especially during this season of inflection during the COVID-19 pandemic, is especially heartening, and I am tremendously grateful.”

Not only have the companies on the 2020 Inc. 5000 been very competitive within their markets, but the list as a whole shows staggering growth compared with prior lists as well. The 2020 Inc. 5000 achieved an incredible three-year average growth of over 500 percent. The Inc. 5000’s aggregate revenue was $209 billion in 2019, accounting for over 1 million jobs over the past three years.

Complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, region, and other criteria, can be found at http://www.inc.com/inc5000. The top 500 companies are also being featured in the September issue of Inc., available on newsstands August 18.

“The companies on this year’s Inc. 5000 come from nearly every realm of business,” says Inc. editor-in-chief Scott Omelianuk. “From health and software to media and hospitality, the 2020 list proves that no matter the sector, incredible growth is based on the foundations of tenacity and opportunism.”

The annual Inc. 5000 event honoring the companies on the list will be held virtually from October 23 to 27, 2020. As always, speakers will include some of the greatest innovators and business leaders of our generation.

Kamhi’s journey has been documented in leading publications including Entrepreneur and Washington Post. From his Talking Pens on political figures including Donald Trump and Hilary Clinton to popular toys including the Vamplets and Spice Mice, Kamhi’s career as a product innovator is renowned. Beyond these successes, however, Kamhi’s learning experiences as an entrepreneur have provided the genesis of his greatest life work: speaking, teaching and entertaining in venues that share his adventures and lessons with the next generation of emerging entrepreneurs. This experience, he reports, has been the greatest opportunity and joy to emerge from his continuing entrepreneurial career. For more information, visit http://www.kamhiworld.com

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More about Inc. and the Inc. 5000

Methodology

The 2020 Inc. 5000 is ranked according to percentage revenue growth when comparing 2016 and 2019. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2016. They had to be U.S.-based, privately held, for profit, and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2019. (Since then, a number of companies on the list have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2016 is $100,000; the minimum for 2019 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons. Companies on the Inc. 500 are featured in Inc.’s September issue. They represent the top tier of the Inc. 5000, which can be found at http://www.inc.com/inc5000.

About Inc. Media

The world’s most trusted business-media brand, Inc. offers entrepreneurs the knowledge, tools, connections, and community to build great companies. Its award-winning multiplatform content reaches more than 50 million people each month across a variety of channels including websites, newsletters, social media, podcasts, and print. Its prestigious Inc. 5000 list, produced every year since 1982, analyzes company data to recognize the fastest-growing privately held businesses in the United States. The global recognition that comes with inclusion in the 5000 gives the founders of the best businesses an opportunity to engage with an exclusive community of their peers, and the credibility that helps them drive sales and recruit talent. The associated Inc. 5000 Conference is part of a highly acclaimed portfolio of bespoke events produced by Inc. For more information, visit http://www.inc.com.

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“Radha will provide vital perspective on how we can propel the business forward through innovation and digital solutions,” said Chris Vincze, CEO of TRC.

WINDSOR, Conn. (PRWEB)
September 09, 2020

TRC Companies (“TRC”) welcomes Radha Swaminathan to its Board of Directors. Swaminathan will assist TRC’s growth by providing invaluable guidance in areas of innovation such as digital solutions, renewables and electric operations.

“We are excited to have Radha join us, at TRC we cannot overstate how important technology is to the health of our business and the business of our clients,” said Chris Vincze, CEO of TRC. “Radha will provide vital perspective on how we can propel the business forward through innovation and digital solutions.”

Swaminathan has served as Executive Vice President and Chief Customer, Strategy and Technology officer for American Water, the largest publicly traded U.S. water and wastewater utility company. Before joining American Water, Swaminathan served as Vice President and Chief Technology Officer at WIPRO Technologies, a global information technology, consulting and business-process services company. Swaminathan has also served as the Director, Smart Grid Technologies for Florida Power & Light and NextEra Energy, where he spearheaded the business and technology efforts for Florida’s largest investor-owned electric utility, including the development and deployment of “smart grid” technology.

“TRC has been an industry leader for decades and as we look to the future, technological innovation must be incorporated in every aspect of our business,” said Swaminathan. “I look forward to providing governance and guidance to advance the growth of TRC.”

Swaminathan earned a Master of Science and a Master of Philosophy in Mathematics from the University of Madras in India.

About TRC Companies

A pioneer in groundbreaking scientific and engineering developments since the 1960s, TRC is a leading consulting, engineering and construction management firm that provides technology-enabled solutions to the power, infrastructure, environmental and energy markets. We serve a broad range of public and private clients, steering complex projects from concept to completion to help solve the toughest challenges. TRC is ranked #20 on ENR’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms in the United States. Learn more at TRCcompanies.com and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook.

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We’re bringing education to places where people want and need it most; where it can spur innovation and inspire individuals and organizations to conceive and implement innovative solutions.

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (PRWEB)
September 09, 2020

MIT Professional Education is breaking down barriers to global learning with the launch of several new highly market-relevant digital learning offerings.

“Our world today presents big learning needs and challenges. We believe many of these challenges can be addressed by leveraging the reach and power of online and remote learning. We’re bringing education to places where people want and need it most; where it can spur innovation and inspire individuals and organizations to conceive and implement innovative solutions,” said Bhaskar Pant, Executive Director of MIT Professional Education.

The continuously expanding portfolio of digital learning offerings now includes three new online courses and two professional certificate programs offered in multiple languages. The additions represent an evolution in digital learning as they are designed using the most advanced digital learning technology including interactive learning, which enables MIT faculty and instructors to deliver personalized learning experiences with measurable and meaningful outcomes.

“Our digital world breaks down the barriers of language and the physical world, and opens unprecedented opportunities to adapt content to each student’s unique learning style and preferences. We meet students where they are located by delivering programs to them that follow inclusive pedagogical methodologies, creating learning environments that encourage creative thinking, shared knowledge exchanges and collaboration opportunities. That approach empowers learners to take the lessons learned back to their organizations and societies, and impact their world for the better,” said Clara Piloto, Director of Global Programs and Digital Plus Programs at MIT Professional Education.

MIT Professional Education’s next generation digital learning environments encourage creative thinking, shared knowledge exchanges and collaboration. Participants work one-on-one with industry-experienced course learning facilitators who speak their native language and serve as individual mentors. In addition, participants have the opportunity to learn from their peers with similar and/or diverse backgrounds in other parts of the world.

“Global networking is without a doubt one of the many program benefits our participants value most. In fact, a proven program outcome is the creation of communities of learning in which participants continue learning and working together–sometimes even on independent projects,” said Piloto.

Because of the technology, educational methodology and course design, MIT Professional Education’s digital programs receive student satisfaction rates close to 90 percent and completion rates above 90 percent–significantly higher relative to other institutions and industry averages.

The new offerings for Fall 2020 include:

● Professional Certificate in Digital Transformation – combines technical skills, such as understanding and managing artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), cloud computing, DevOps, and blockchain – with human skills, such as leadership, innovation and cultural awareness. Offered in English, Spanish and Portuguese.

● Professional Certificate Program in Legal Tech in the Digital Era – covers six areas essential for global law professionals to have knowledge of: Legal Tech, Legal Marketing, Key Account Management, Leadership & Innovation, Digital Transformation, and Cloud & DevOps. Designed in collaboration with Esade Business & Law School in Europe. Offered in English and Spanish.

● Cultural Awareness for Global Business – provides a solid foundation of cultural knowledge to build global, intercultural leadership skills to navigate successfully and foster individual and organizational innovation success in multicultural business environments.

● Beyond IoT: Sensory Intelligence & Smart Technology – explores advances in the sciences and technologies of sensors, computation, and communications software technologies at the core of the recent flurry of activity on IoT+.

● Designing Product Families: From Strategy to Implementation – aimed at decision-makers who need to strategically position their products, services and systems in a rapidly changing and highly competitive business environment.

Registration for all new Fall 2020 courses is now open. For more information or to enroll, visit our course page.

About MIT Professional Education

For 70 years, MIT Professional Education has been providing technical professionals worldwide a gateway to renowned MIT research, knowledge and expertise, through advanced education programs designed specifically for them. In addition to industry-focused, two-to-five-day live virtual and on-campus Short Programs, MIT Professional Education offers professionals the opportunity to take online-blended learning courses and programs through Digital Plus Programs, attend courses abroad through International Programs, enroll in regular MIT academic courses through the Advanced Study Program, or attend Custom Programs online and in-person designed specifically for their companies. For more information, please visit: professional.mit.edu.

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IRVINE, Calif. (PRWEB)
September 09, 2020

Salvador Ordorica, CEO of The Spanish Group LLC, a premier certified translation service serving international clients of all sizes, has been accepted in the Forbes Business Council, an invitation-only organization for successful entrepreneurs and business leaders.

Salvador Ordorica was carefully vetted by a Forbes review committee and was ultimately selected based on his outstanding track record of successfully improving business growth metrics, as well as his personal and professional achievements and honors.

“We are honored to welcome Salvador into the community,” said Scott Gerber, founder of Forbes Councils, the collective that includes Forbes Business Council. “Our mission with Forbes Councils is to bring together proven leaders from every industry, creating a curated, social capital-driven network that helps every member grow professionally and make an even greater impact on the business world.”

As a chosen member of the Council, Salvador is able to more deeply connect with other entrepreneurs and business leaders. Members of the Council share a private forum and are invited to collaborate with a professional editorial team to better convey their expert insights in original articles on Forbes.com, and contribute to published Q&A panels alongside other experts.

Salvador will also benefit from exclusive access to vetted business service partners, membership-branded marketing collateral, and the Forbes Councils member concierge team’s high-touch support.

“I am truly honored to become a part of this elite group of leaders and experts brought together by Forbes,” shared Salvador Ordorica, a professional language translator and CEO of The Spanish Group LLC. “When we began The Spanish Group LLC, I knew there was so much more than document translation services in our future. Today, we conduct certified translation services in almost any medium imaginable. Through the Council, I will look to strengthen my ties with the growing business and technology communities to find new opportunities, and to set a new bar for what it is possible to accomplish with a translation company”.

About Forbes Councils

Forbes Councils is a series of carefully cultivated business communities built by invitation only memberships and the collaboration of Forbes and the founders of the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC). In Forbes Councils, the most effective and exceptional business leaders are brought together with the people and resources that will allow them to thrive and grow well into the future.

To learn more about Forbes Councils, visit forbescouncils.com

About The Spanish Group LLC

The Spanish Group LLC is a certified translation service used by both the public and the private sector. Individuals, governmental organizations, and firms of several different industries rely on The Spanish Group to conduct their day to day operations. The Spanish Group translates civil certificates, websites, legal documents, general business documents, human resources documentation, and more.

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Changes to the leadership team have coincided with Omnigo’s acquisition of QueTel Corporations, the premier digital and physical evidence management platform in North America, expanding their product suite to further align with the company’s mission to protect, prevent and preserve.

DALLAS (PRWEB)
September 08, 2020

Omnigo Software, a leading provider of safety management solutions that protect, prevent and preserve, today announced changes to its leadership team, including hiring former Lexipol CEO, Richard DeFrancisco as Omnigo’s new CEO, and marketing veteran Gary Rock as Chief Revenue Officer, as well as promoting veteran employee, Nick Kehoe, to Chief Strategy Officer. These changes come on the heels of recent acquisitions and in anticipation of several significant product launches, marking 2020 as a year of major innovation and advancement for the company.

DeFrancisco joins Omnigo with 30 years of IT knowledge and leadership experience in software-as-a-service (SaaS), artificial intelligence (AI), and cybersecurity companies. Previously, he was Chief Revenue Officer and President of McCarthyFinch, an artificial intelligence platform for lawyers, and Chief Revenue Officer for CUJO AI, an AI portfolio product company, creating safer smart-living experiences. Most recently, DeFrancisco served as CEO of Lexipol, provider of public safety policy and training solutions for law enforcement, fire and rescue, and corrections.

“Omnigo is an exceptional company with a committed team that provides top-of-the-line safety management solutions to its customers,” said Richard DeFrancisco, CEO at Omnigo Software. “I look forward to helping Omnigo drive the safety industry forward alongside dedicated and accomplished team members like Gary and Nick.”

As CRO, Rock brings over 20 years of experience in building goal-driven teams and leading organizations to market success, and will be leading Omnigo’s sales and marketing endeavors. A veteran of the US Army and Air Force, Gary brings discipline and focus to the sales organization, creating win-win outcomes for his customers, and in return, for his company. Before joining Omnigo, he served as a Global Director of Marketing and Business Development at Entercoms, Inc. and held various sales and leadership roles at Dell.

Serving the past 15 years as an employee at Omnigo, Kehoe has consistently demonstrated a keen ability to recognize the needs of customers, positioning the organization to respond quickly with solutions that drive their continued success. As a Chief Strategy Officer, he will continue to advance the global strategy for one of the industry’s most intelligent protection and security suite of products and help refine the company’s positioning while continuing to work directly with Omnigo’s most strategic clients.

“Nick has devoted much of his career to Omnigo and has demonstrated a keen understanding of the company’s vision and direction for 2020, contributing significantly to its recent success,” said Gary Rock, Chief Revenue Officer at Omnigo Software. “He is a true example of a team leader, and we are all looking forward to what he will accomplish next, as we continue to evolve and expand Omnigo’s reach.”

Changes to the leadership team have coincided with Omnigo’s acquisition of QueTel Corporations, the premier digital and physical evidence management platform in North America, expanding their product suite to further align with the company’s mission to protect, prevent and preserve.

To learn more about Omnigo, please visit http://www.Omnigo.com.

About Omnigo Software

Omnigo Software is the leading provider of public safety, incident reporting, and security management solutions for law enforcement, education, healthcare, gaming, hospitality, and other enterprises. Omnigo offers easy-to-use and flexible applications that provide actionable insight for making more informed decisions while remaining compliant with federal and state regulations. Currently, Omnigo’s solutions are used by over 2,000 customers in 20 different countries. Omnigo is committed to helping its customers secure their organizations’ property, control operational costs, and ensure the safety of the general public.

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