Matt Birk, React LLC’s new Commissioner of Sports

“The missing piece in sports advertising has always been how to engage people with both the games and the advertising partners,” Birk said. “Super Squares® addresses these challenges for live and even repeat broadcasts and ePro games.”

TAMPA, Fla. (PRWEB)
April 10, 2020

With live sports around the world on hold, and billions of dollars in potential sports advertising waiting, one advertising technology start-up is hiring legendary sports business talent and is building new ways to engage audiences sitting bored at home.

This week, React LLC (“React”), the creator of sports engagement game Super Squares®, announced the hiring of Matt Birk, former NFL Director of Football Development, Harvard University lineman, and player with the Minnesota Vikings and Baltimore Ravens. Birk will serve as Commissioner of Sports, overseeing React’s outreach and negotiations with leagues and networks in North America. He will also provide React’s fan engagement teams with expertise drawn from Birk’s recent foray into eSports and related video gaming culture. (Note: The ePro Sports moniker relates to traditional sports played via video games.)

The multi-patented Super Squares app was already poised to support football and hockey in 2020, but React is now exploring adding basketball, baseball, racing and soccer on an expedited basis. Recently awarded U.S. and pending international patents also allow for a skill-based “fantasy” version, in the works for late 2020.

Super Squares® is positioned as a “modern twist” on the popular “squares” or “box” games played by tens of millions of fans during mass viewing events like the Super Bowl®. The live, free-to-play score-matching quiz show enables millions of fans to sync to real time sports broadcasts of all types (even replays and eSport versions) and awards cash and prizes ranging from gift cards to new cars. During breaks in real-time broadcasts of any kind, Super Squares players earn points for successfully answering questions about both the game and the commercials that play on their smart phones (or TV, when integrated with broadcasters). Players earn bonus points when their “Super Square” – a set of four score combinations – match one or both team’s stats at the end of a period of play.

“Live sports were already in the middle of immense disruption before this virus, with the proliferation of second screens, streaming services, sports betting, the popularity of eSports, and more,” said Frank Maggio, Chief Executive Officer of React LLC. “Amid these quarantines, it’s more important than ever to provide solutions that immediately help the leagues and brands, and to build new ways for networks to engage fans. Our current and upcoming free and wagering apps inject much-needed adrenaline back into sports, and rewards fans for being immersed in real-time sports – and that includes repeat games.”

Maggio said Birk’s experience as both a player and NFL executive makes him the absolute best person to be the company’s first Commissioner, and to help reactivate fans everywhere. Birk’s most recent experience extends across the markets of video gaming, celebrity, and pop culture. “The missing piece in sports advertising has always been how to engage people with both the games and the advertising partners. Lots of fans get distracted during commercial breaks or when they fast-forward a recorded game,” Birk said. “Super Squares® addresses these challenges for live and even repeat broadcasts and ePro games. I believe the leagues and sports networks will embrace React’s vision and real-time engagement now, more than ever. The future of sports technology and gaming is yet to be written, and with what I know is coming next, we have the platform and IP to set tomorrow’s standards.”

React ran successful Tampa Bay beta tests of the Super Squares platform in 2018, and developed Version 2.0 for hosting on the Google Cloud Platform. The app scales to over 5 million simultaneous players. Privately held, React is now completing its third round of fundraising to expand and market the platform to sports leagues, advertising brands, and fans. In the coming weeks and months, React will be announcing a series of new products, and new hires from across the sports and entertainment industries.

About React

Founded by adtech and media measurement maverick Frank Maggio, React LLC is an experiential advertising technology and entertainment company that thinks of “advertising as a sport™.” By adrenalizing advertising™, React excites audiences with rewarding, branded two-screen experiences during the most viewed and attended sporting and media events in the world. Super Squares® is React’s first reactive product to exploit its multi-patent and trademark IP portfolio. The company’s commitment to “respect, protect, and reward consumers when they pay attention” honors user privacy by never selling or sharing personally identifiable information. Details about React can be found at http://www.react.net, and information on the Super Squares app and upcoming events are available at http://www.SuperSquares.com.

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Matthew Rudikoff, Economic Development Specialist for the City of Peekskill and Executive Director of the Peekskill Industrial Development Agency (Photo Credit: Joan Heffler Photography)

Peekskill’s a happening place and my goal is to work with all the existing stakeholders that have made Peekskill’s recent dramatic progress possible – while paving the way for an even stronger, future resilient and sustainable economic community in which the whole population benefits.

PEEKSKILL, N.Y. (PRWEB)
April 09, 2020

The City of Peekskill announces the appointment of Matthew D. Rudikoff to lead Peekskill’s Office of Economic Development within the City Planning Department. Rudikoff was also named Executive Director of the Peekskill Industrial Development Agency (PIDA). The mission of the dual position is to leverage public and private resources to strengthen, stabilize and expand the City’s economy: businesses, nonprofit organizations and the workforce.

“Peekskill’s a happening place and my goal is to work with all the existing stakeholders that have made Peekskill’s recent dramatic progress possible – while paving the way for an even stronger, future resilient and sustainable economic community in which the whole population benefits,” Rudikoff stated.

Prior to the City of Peekskill, Matthew Rudikoff spent more than two decades as president of MDRA, Inc., a highly regarded regional economic development, planning and environmental consulting firm working for a diverse group of public, private and nonprofit clients. He also served as Development Director for the City of Poughkeepsie as well as Federal / State Liaison Officer for the New York City Model Cities administration.

“Matthew is going to be a great asset to our city,” said Peekskill Mayor Andre Rainey. “In such a short time, I can already sense he’s very energetic, motivated and looking for ways to develop new strategies to support our business community. He certainly has excellent customer service skills, a high level of organization, great communication, and is a proactive thinker. I look forward to the years to come working with him.”

The two most immediate goals for Rudikoff: one, protect and advance Peekskill’s economy and citizens to weather the COVID19 contagion and two, for the 2020 Census to document Peekskill’s phenomenal growth as a diverse and sustainable community – achieving a City population of over 25,000.

“I urge everyone to follow COVID social distancing and other directives to minimize the virus’ spread and damage to citizens, families and our economy. On a far more positive note, please respond to the 2020 Census – either online, by phone, or by mail. An accurate count is crucial for securing federal funding for infrastructure, parks and other important programs. Be active – respond to the Census and help spread the word – not spread the virus!”

“The Peekskill Industrial Development Agency is pleased to welcome Matthew as our new Executive Director,” said Deborah Post, Chairperson of PIDA. “He has already proven to be a great asset as we work to utilize the Agency’s economic development tools to aid Peekskill through the Coronavirus pandemic and future growth.”

Rudikoff was the founding chairman of the Dutchess County Hospitality Industry Council, staff director of the Poughkeepsie Partnership and chairman of its BID Formation Committee, member of the Beacon Economic Development Task Force, Conference Committee Co-Chairman, Mid-Hudson Patterns for Progress, staff director of the Poughkeepsie Overall Economic Development Plan Committee and frequent presenter and panelist at many planning and economic development conferences. Rudikoff is currently a member of the Ulster County Planning Board.

“The Peekskill Business Improvement District will continue working with Matthew as we all come together to focus on the City of Peekskill’s fiscal recovery once this health and economic emergency subsides,” said Brian Fassett, President of the Peekskill BID. “With our stronger and renewed sense of community, we can help Peekskill recover through smart, sustainable development while still preserving our existing businesses and our wealth of environmental, historical and artistic assets.”

“Having an Economic Development Specialist in place is so important as Peekskill navigates these uncharted waters,” said Deb Milone, President of the Hudson Valley Gateway Chamber of Commerce. “We are working together through this crisis and, as recovery takes place, we look forward to bringing new business and development to Peekskill.”

The aim of the City of Peekskill Economic Development Office is to help consolidate and stabilize the City’s recent growth, noted Rudikoff. “This means new partnerships, completing pending projects, connecting the downtown and waterfront, and creating ‘new-economy’ employment opportunities weaving-in arts, media and tech. We’re committed to fostering a local economy ‘new-venture’ entrepreneurial atmosphere – growing Peekskill’s destination power, business diversity and market strengths.”

Rudikoff continued, “The next generation of Peekskill’s new projects will build on that solid base – being even more sustainable, job generating and successful; linking government services and strengthening the local economy for the benefit of everyone in Peekskill – its businesses, agencies, visitors and future residents.”

Rudikoff holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics from SUNY New Paltz and a Masters in City and Regional Planning from Rutgers University.

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.

“We are very excited to have Paul leading all our technology and innovation initiatives,” said Jim Oberman, CEO of Payroc. “He comes to Payroc with a treasure of experience and success in payments.”

TINLEY PARK, Ill. (PRWEB)
April 09, 2020

Payroc announced today that Paul Vienneau has joined Payroc LLC as Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Vienneau joins Payroc after serving at TSYS as CTO of Merchant Solutions, with the successful acquisition and integration of Cayan, where he served as CTO since 2012.

A long time tech expert, and a force in the fintech world for almost a decade, Vienneau previously held various tech leadership positions at Invensys, NxStep Technologies, and NaviNet, He also has experience in mergers and acquisitions within his previous roles, and is skilled in how to adapt and handle the transitional processes for these events.

“We are very excited to have Paul leading all our technology and innovation initiatives,” said Jim Oberman, CEO of Payroc. “He comes to Payroc with a treasure of experience and success in payments,” Oberman added. “Moreover, his people and leadership skills are unique and outstanding, and we are blessed to have him”.

Bringing over 20 years of experience leading technology operations, Vienneau will oversee Payroc’s technical environment and set a meaningful technology strategy to achieve Payroc’s goals, analyzing consumer needs, current market trends, and potential partnerships, as well as driving the product and business-planning process throughout cross-functional teams in the company.

“Payroc is on a promising glide path towards disrupting the payments space, and I feel confident that my experiences and lessons learned, coupled with those of our amazing team members, position us for success,” said Vienneau. “With the rapid evolution and innovation driving payments today, I can think of no better group of individuals who are best poised to tackle the opportunities ahead.”

About Payroc

Payroc is a high-growth merchant acquirer, processor and payment facilitation powerhouse operating in 46 countries, processing $23 billion in annual charge volume for more than 55,000 merchants. The company offers best-in-class sales enablement and merchant processing technology on a global basis, delivering proprietary, innovative and full-service merchant acquiring solutions together with key card brand network payment sponsorship registrations.

Payroc, through its affiliate companies Payroc LLC, Payscape, NXGEN and Winterland, a Canadian Payroc subsidiary, is a registered Visa third party processor (TPP), Mastercard third party servicer (TPSV) and a registered independent sales organization and merchant services provider (ISO/MSP), payment facilitator and encryption support organization for Fifth Third Bank, an Ohio-chartered bank, Cincinnati, Ohio. The company is also a registered ISO/MSP for Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. (“Wells”), Concord, Calif., and is an Elavon payments partner and registered as an ISO/MSP of Elavon, Inc., Ga., a wholly-owned subsidiary of U.S. Bank Minneapolis. The company’s Canadian business unit is a registered ISO/MSP of Wells and Peoples Trust Company, Vancouver, Canada. For more information, please visit payroc.com or telephone 844-PAYROC-4.

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Engage3 Appoints Robert Andrews as Chief Financial Officer

“Engage3 is leading the way in using Price Image as the most effective, customer-behavior based metric in strategic pricing – challenging the conventional approaches to understanding and responding to competitors.”

DAVIS, Calif. (PRWEB)
April 09, 2020

Engage3, which helps retailers and brands understand, protect, and enhance their Price Image through data science and analytics, today announced that Robert Andrews has joined the team as its new Chief Financial Officer. Andrews will lead Engage3’s financial operations and investor relations.

Andrews is a seasoned financial executive who has a wealth of cross-industry experience in accelerating companies’ growth and raising capital. He has spent more than fifteen years in SaaS companies as CFO and COO in industries as varied as manufacturing and biotech. Some of the companies he has worked for include Worcester Controls Corporation, iRobot Corporation, and Mirror Image Internet.

“We are excited that Robert has decided to join Engage3 at such a defining moment both in retail and for our company,” said Edris Bemanian, CEO of Engage3. “As the macro environment conditions continue to evolve, retailers will need to lean on the best data analytics and pricing solutions to help them navigate these uncertain times. Engage3 intends to meet this need. Robert’s extensive background in finance, technology, and operations with fast-growing companies will enable us to do so.”

“I look forward to working with Engage3’s leadership team and leading its finance organization as the company progresses to the next phase of its strategy,” said Andrews. “Engage3 is leading the way in using Price Image as the most effective, customer-behavior based metric in strategic pricing – challenging the conventional approaches to understanding and responding to competitors. I am delighted to be part of this innovation in retail.”

Andrews is a CPA and received his MBA from Whittemore School of Business and Economics, University of New Hampshire in Durham, NH. He received his B.S. and B.A. in Accounting and Management with a minor in Computer Science from Northeastern University in Boston, MA.

About Engage3

Engage3 was founded by the creators of KhiMetrics (acquired by SAP), who are credited with inventing the retail price optimization space. Engage3’s leadership team is composed of former KhiMetrics, SAP, Revionics, dunnhumby, KSS Retail, and IBM/DemandTec executives.

International Data Corporation (IDC) recently positioned Engage3 as a leader in its MarketScape Vendor Analysis Report for changing the game and leading the next frontier in strategic pricing solutions. The company has also been listed in the Inc. 5000 for 3 years in a row since 2017.

Engage3’s Price Image Management Suite™ helps retailers understand, protect, and enhance their Price Image and align it with their sales and profitability objectives using predictive modeling. The suite includes Competitive Intelligence Management (CIM) – an AI-assisted, attribute-based, and data science-driven solution that provides accurate, granular competitive data (30 billion product pricing records collected annually in the U.S. and Canada) and like-item-linking visibility. CIM helps retailers reverse-engineer their competitors’ pricing and assortment strategies across channels, markets, and items. Also included in the suite is Price Image Management (PIM) – a next generation pricing solution that defines the impact of strategic pricing alternatives and unlocks pricing recommendations based on a retailer’s objectives for Price Image, sales, and profitability.

More information is available at http://www.engage3.com.

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Red Nucleus

“We are thrilled about the addition of Pyxa and DirectusPro to the Red Nucleus family. There is strong overlap with Pyxa’s DirectusPro software and our existing R&D labeling services.” – Red Nucleus CEO Ian Kelly.

YARDLEY, Pa. (PRWEB)
April 08, 2020

Red Nucleus Enterprises, LLC, (“Red Nucleus” or “RN”), a premier provider of learning, performance, and process solutions for the life sciences industry, has invested in Pyxa Systems (Pyxa), a research & development (R&D) focused software company offering process-enabled technology solutions for the global pharmaceutical industry. Pyxa’s flagship software product, DirectusPro, is a next-generation, structured content authoring, global label management, tracking, and reporting solution. DirectusPro ensures efficient information flow and compliance practices for global pharmaceutical label development, specifically the Core Data Sheet and Regional Product Information.

RN has two core lines of business: RN R&D and RN Commercial. Pyxa/DirectusPro will be part of RN’s R&D business. RN R&D delivers unrivaled capabilities for the life sciences industry. Its unique combination of cross-functional expertise, process-driven approach, and proven methodology increases compliance, reduces costs, and enhances overall efficiency for clients. RN’s R&D business offers a broad array of services pertaining to compliance with FDA/regulatory requirements throughout the drug lifecycle.

RN Commercial is the leading provider of learning solutions for the life sciences industry, taking traditional training approaches like print, e-learning, and workshops to a new level by marrying solid content and elegant design with the latest research-based adult learning methodologies and cutting-edge technology to help drive clients’ business objectives. RN’s Commercial business designs and develops training content that includes e-learning modules, mobile apps, virtual training, workshops, games, and printed materials primarily focused on the commercialization of pharmaceuticals.

Dalia El-Sherif, PhD, Red Nucleus R&D Strategy and Change Partner, commented, “RN currently offers end-to-end label process development and maintenance, label alignment, and drug listing and SPL management. DirectusPro will enable and enhance these services and activities.”

“We are thrilled about the addition of Pyxa and DirectusPro to the Red Nucleus family. There is strong overlap with Pyxa’s DirectusPro software and our existing R&D labeling services,” said Red Nucleus CEO Ian Kelly. “We are now able to offer our clients an industry game changer and strong foundation for R&D compliance software via DirectusPro and are excited to roll the product out to our clients.”

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With the ripening of the market for IIoT and location-based technologies, now is a critical time for Temeda to invest in the growth of our sales organization.

CHICAGO (PRWEB)
April 08, 2020

Temeda, a Chicago-area Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) solutions provider, announced today the hiring of Darryn Faulkner in the role of Executive Vice President, Sales & Marketing. In this capacity, Faulkner will be charged with building Temeda’s business and marketing strategies, defining new growth initiatives and charting the company’s direction for product growth.

“With the ripening of the market for IIoT and location-based technologies, now is a critical time for Temeda to invest in the growth of our sales organization,” said Temeda President and CEO Scott Morey. “Darryn’s vast experiences with GPS products and SaaS solutions have prepared him well to serve as the champion of our sales organization.”

In his capacity as Executive Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Faulkner will lead Temeda’s sales and marketing teams to drive customer acquisition for the company’s best-in-class IIoT Platform Software. With his deep understanding of industrial asset fleet management requirements, he will be able to easily aid clients and partners in recognizing the full value of designing, deploying and implementing Temeda solutions.

Faulkner brings to the position more than 14 years of experience in global core SaaS telematics, asset management and the deployment of integrated solutions for the mining and construction industries. Faulkner previously led business development teams at Teletrac Navman North America, Navman Wireless North America and Navman Wireless New Zealand, all leading companies in the use of GPS/location-based technology and services for managing mobile assets.

Faulkner holds a bachelor’s degree in education from Massey University, a Diploma of Teaching Education from the University of Auckland, a degree in Strategic Marketing of High-Tech Products and Innovations from the University of Auckland and a Mini MBA Certificate from Loyola University in Chicago.

“As a change agent in the core SaaS telematics space, I look forward to expanding Temeda’s presence in the industry as well as building on its strong reputation for providing useful and actionable business intelligence and exceptional service to clients,” Faulkner said.

About Temeda

Temeda is an industry-leading, software-driven company focused on building value in the industrial workplace. Developed, maintained and supported by data specialists with deep expertise in the industries we serve, Temeda solutions capture and deliver the business intelligence that supports total lifecycle management, productivity optimization and operating cost minimization, whether for a single asset or an entire fleet. Temeda’s specialized reporting and visualization solutions leverage the promise of the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) to help customers maximize the value in sensor and GPS data. Temeda also builds custom APIs — software connectors — to ensure compatibility with virtually any ERP, CMMS or other business intelligence system. For more information, visit http://www.temeda.com.

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Josh Shaul is the new CEO for anti-phishing solutions provider Allure Security

“Josh’s impressive background in building profitable businesses and his in-depth knowledge of web security will help position Allure for continued excellence in these rapidly changing times.” – Rick Grinnell, Glasswing Ventures

BOSTON (PRWEB)
April 08, 2020

Allure Security, provider of patented anti-phishing technology that protects enterprise customers and helps online businesses build and retain digital trust, today announced the appointment of Josh Shaul as the company’s new chief executive officer (CEO). Shaul will lead Allure through its next major growth and development phase. Jack Hembrough, who had served as interim CEO, will now become the company’s executive chairman of the board. Both will be based out of Allure’s Boston-area headquarters.

As CEO, Shaul’s core objective is to shape and execute Allure Security’s vision and aggressive growth strategy. Shaul brings more than 20 years of information security experience to this role, including senior leadership positions at Akamai, Singtel/Trustwave, Application Security, and SafeNet. He has a proven track record of building teams, creating impactful strategy, and driving growth for security companies of varying sizes. Prior to joining Allure, Shaul was vice president of Web Security at Akamai Technologies, where he spent four years leading its security business team through explosive growth, guiding the business from a base of nearly $300M to nearly $1B in annual revenue. In addition to being a sought-after speaker at security conferences such as RSA, Shaul is also the author of the acclaimed book, Practical Oracle Security: Your Unauthorized Guide To Relational Database Security. 

“Josh’s impressive background in building profitable businesses and his in-depth knowledge of web security will help position Allure for continued excellence in these rapidly changing times,” said Rick Grinnell, founder and managing partner of Glasswing Ventures and member of the Board of Directors at Allure Security. “We are grateful for Jack’s leadership as interim CEO and look forward to working with him and Josh as the company continues its important work in an ever-increasing cyber threat landscape.”

Built on patented beacon technology, Allure’s Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) alerts companies in real-time when cybercriminals build malicious spoof versions of their customer-facing websites as part of an orchestrated phishing attack. Allure empowers organizations to be more proactive before a phishing scheme has the chance to succeed, protecting the private credentials of customers and keeping the company’s brand reputation intact.

“As we head into a completely new paradigm in which global economic and public health events have forced more transactions to be made online, enterprises and their customers face even more threats from phishing scams,” noted Josh Shaul, CEO of Allure Security. “I am looking forward to leading Allure as we help companies every step of the way in these challenging times. Now more than ever, it’s vital to detect and shut down phishing threats, preserving that important trust relationship between companies and their end-users.”

About Allure Security

Allure Security’s mission is to improve early detection of web spoofing as part of an orchestrated phishing attack, protecting customers from fraud and preserving the enterprise’s brand reputation. Using its patented, award-winning beacon and deception technologies, Allure Security’s SaaS platform empowers enterprise security teams to detect and fight back against web spoofing in real-time. Organizations can proactively protect customer data and preserve brand reputation using a modern, easy-to-deploy solution. Allure Security is a Glasswing Ventures portfolio company. For more information, visit http://www.alluresecurity.com. 

Allure blog: https://www.alluresecurity.com/blog

Allure on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AllureSecurity

Allure on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/alluresecurity/

Press contact:

Michelle Barry

Chameleon Collective for Allure Security

michelle.barry@chameleon.co

(603) 809-2748

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