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$3.2 Million Dollar Combined Heat and Power (CHP) Equipment Package is scheduled for Auction on Thursday, February 27

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The auction is a great opportunity for a buyer looking to increase their energy efficiency and get like new equipment at a fraction of it’s original cost

MASON CITY, Iowa (PRWEB)
January 24, 2020

Maas Companies of Rochester, MN will auction the surplus $3.2 Million Dollar 8 MW Cogen (Steam) Turbine Power Plant Equipment via Sealed Bid Auction next month. Maas Companies specializes in the liquidation of specialized and renewable fuel/power assets for private companies, courts, banks and lenders nationwide. The deadline to submit a bid is Thursday, February 27 at 4:00pm.

The $3.2 Million Dollar Heat and Power Generation Plant is located within the Golden Grain Energy facility in Mason City, Iowa. Due to termination of a lease and subsequent property abandonment, the equipment is now surplus and will be sold by GGE. The equipment will be sold as a package to be relocated. Construction began in 2016 and was completed in 2018. The independent combined heat and power facility used natural gas to produce electricity via a 4.25 MW remanufactured Solar/CAT Turbine and 24,000 PPH of 150 PSI process steam via a heat recovery steam generator (HRSG) and rebuilt 800hp boiler. The renewable energy company sold steam for ethanol production and sold surplus power was to be sold back to the grid via an interconnect with a local utility company.

Tyler Maas, director of sales and marketing for Maas Companies, states, “I am excited to market this combined heat and power (CHP) equipment package via auction. 2020 marks our 100th year in the auction business and over the last 40 years we have been involved in the marketing of more and more renewable fuel, biomass and cogeneration projects like this. The auction is a great opportunity for a buyer looking to increase their energy efficiency and get like new equipment at a fraction of it’s original cost.”

Bidders interested in the plant should contact the auction company to receive access to all the due diligence documents prior to submitting a sealed bid. If bidders don’t want to wait for the auction, they are encouraged to submit their highest best offers now.

Potential buyers are required to schedule an inspection of the equipment during the below noted times or other times by appointment:

Wednesday, February 12 10 AM – 2 PM

Wednesday, February 26 10 AM – 2 PM

Details of the sale are available at the auction website, http://www.powerplantauction.com or by contacting the auction company directly at 507-285-1444.

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What Does a Better Health Care System Look Like?

NEW YORK (PRWEB)
January 24, 2020

The American College of Physicians (ACP) has issued a bold call to action, challenging the U.S. to implement a systematic reform of the health care system. Recently, practicing internist and President of the ACP, Robert M. McLean, MD, MACP and Robert B. Doherty, Senior Vice President of Governmental Affairs and Public Policy at ACP, teamed with YourUpdateTV to discuss how the U.S. can fix its ailing health care system.

A video accompanying this announcement is available at: https://youtu.be/Yjiu3AQe2ls

In short, ACP believes that American health care costs too much, leaves too many behind without affordable coverage, doesn’t incentivize patient interests, undervalues primary care, and creates barriers to care for vulnerable individuals.

In a series of interconnected and comprehensive policy papers ACP address issues related to coverage and cost of care, health care payment and delivery systems, and barriers to care and social determinants of health.

ACP’s recommendations include transitioning to a system that achieves universal coverage through two potential approaches: a single payer financing system or a publicly-financed coverage option with regulated private insurance, both of which could allow spending on administration to be redirected to patient care.

Because coverage alone doesn’t not guarantee access to good care, ACP also recommends reforming payment and delivery systems around patients’ needs and addressing social and public health issues that undermine health.

For more information, visit acponline.org.

About Robert M. McLean, MD, MACP:

Robert M. McLean, MD, MACP, is President of the American College of Physicians (ACP). His one-year term began in April 2019. A resident of Woodbridge, Connecticut, Dr. McLean practices internal medicine and rheumatology in New Haven, Connecticut and is medical director with the Northeast Medical Group of Yale New Haven Health. He is an Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine at Yale School of Medicine and has served as an Attending Physician at Yale-New Haven Hospital since 1994.

About Robert B. Doherty:

Mr. Doherty is Senior Vice President of Governmental Affairs and Public Policy for the American College of Physicians (ACP), the largest physician specialty society and second largest medical organization in the United States. Mr. Doherty has more than 40 years of health policy experience and is the author of many of ACP’s policy papers, including the Call to Action for a New Vision for American Health Care.

About the American College of Physicians:

The American College of Physicians is the largest medical specialty organization in the United States with members in more than 145 countries worldwide. ACP membership includes 159,000 internal medicine physicians (internists), related subspecialists, and medical students. Internal medicine physicians are specialists who apply scientific knowledge and clinical expertise to the diagnosis, treatment, and compassionate care of adults across the spectrum from health to complex illness. Follow ACP on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

About YourUpdateTV:

YourUpdateTV is a social media video portal for organizations to share their content, produced by award-winning video communications firm, D S Simon Media (http://www.dssimon.com). It includes separate channels for Health and Wellness, Lifestyle, Media and Entertainment, Money and Finance, Social Responsibility, Sports and Technology.

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Sucheta Kamath, Founder and CEO of ExQ®, announces she will speak at Leadership Atlanta’s What’s the Big Idea, Tuesday, February 4, 2020 in Atlanta, GA

Sucheta Kamath, Founder & CEO, ExQ® Speaks at Leadership Atlanta’s What’s the Big Idea Event

“Innovation in education has more to do with building Executive Function into everyday curriculum and coaching every child intentionally, so that when self-blindness becomes self-awareness the educational experience opens up to infinite know how and lifelong learning.” Sucheta Kamath, Founder, ExQ®

ATLANTA (PRWEB)
January 24, 2020

Sucheta Kamath, Founder and CEO of ExQ®, a new cloud based personalized training curriculum designed to empower educators to teach Executive Function skills, is thrilled to announce she has been selected as one of Leadership Atlanta’s top leaders to speak at their upcoming event: Atlanta What’s the Big Idea, on Tuesday, February 4, 2020.

Alumnus of Leadership Atlanta Class 2015, Sucheta Kamath is also the founder of ExQ®, an educator, a TEDx speaker, a podcast host, and an award-winning speech-language pathologist. As an EdTech entrepreneur, she’s on a mission to empower all learners to cultivate self-awareness and hone their Executive Function skills to learn how to learn.

“I’m thrilled to have been selected as one of Atlanta’s top leaders sharing ideas to change the future of our city,” shares Sucheta. “I look forward to presenting my Big Idea with Atlanta: No more self-blindness! Tapping into the patterns of thinking, emotions and actions to harness your strengths and reshape your weaknesses.”

Sucheta Kamath, Founder, ExQ®, believes learning Executive Function know how is basic to education, just as learning to read and write is basic to education. Each is a skill that must be taught, learned, practiced and is foundational for advancing. In her Leadership Atlanta Big Ideas presentation she will share, “Innovation in education has more to do with building Executive Function into everyday curriculum and coaching every child intentionally, so that when self-blindness becomes self-awareness the educational experience opens up to infinite know how and lifelong learning.”

Celebrating 48 years of developing leaders, Leadership Atlanta is the oldest sustained community leadership program in the nation. Together with an expansive network of distinguished alumni, Leadership Atlanta continues a proud tradition of connecting and inspiring leaders to strengthen Metro Atlanta’s communities.

Leadership Atlanta is hosting this half-day event of transformation and inspiration on Tuesday, February 4th, 2020 at the Alliance Theater in Atlanta, Georgia. During the event, Leadership Atlanta Alumni will harness the creativity and mind power of eight Atlanta leaders and their ideas to fundamentally change our city and our future. Participants will have the opportunity to:

Get inspired by energetic TED-style presentations on hot-button issues, including education, healthcare, criminal justice reform and more

Connect with Leadership Atlanta and LEAD Atlanta alumni and special VIP guests

All active Leadership Atlanta and LEAD Atlanta alumni, their guests and VIP community partners are invited to join for this exclusive kickoff event. For more information visit: https://www.onebigideaatlanta.com.

About ExQ®: Rooted in more than 20 years of cognitive neuroscience and Executive Function training expertise, ExQ® is a cloud-based patented system designed to enhance the brain’s Executive Function through personalized game-based training that focuses on teaching students to learn how to learn. Learn more about a leading woman in technology, ExQ® Founder and CEO, Sucheta Kamath, and Executive Function training with ExQ® for School, for College, for Work, and for Life at https://exqinfiniteknowhow.com.

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LECMPA President Susan Tukel to Speak at RIMS Detroit and CPCU Detroit Gathering

“The more we share information and ideas, the more we learn from each other, and the better we serve our policyholders,” said Susan Tukel.

SOUTHFIELD, Mich. (PRWEB)
January 24, 2020

LECMPA, provider of wage loss insurance for union railroad and transportation workers, announced that President Susan Tukel spoke to members of the Risk and Insurance Management (RIMS Detroit) and Credential Property and Casualty Insurance Professionals (CPCU Detroit). She talked about the unique underwriting and risk management practices of her organization. The meeting was Thursday, January 23, 2020 from 6:00-9:00 pm at the Detroit Historical Museum.

Tukel, a member of the Detroit Historical Society Board of Directors, has served as president of LECMPA for 15 years and helped grow the memberships of the insurer to more than 30,000 members. Previously the legal counsel to LECMPA, Tukel has an extensive background in labor law and union practices as well as credentials in insurance underwriting.

“I am personally honored to speak to the Detroit chapters of RIMS and CPCU.” said LECMPA President Susan Tukel. “The more we share information and ideas, the more we learn from each other, and the better we serve our policyholders. ”

About LECMPA

LECMPA, founded in 1910 as a cooperative assessment insurer for railroad workers, provides wage loss protection to unionized transportation workers in all crafts and industries throughout the United States. LECMPA is a nonprofit, member-owned company with more than 30,000 members nationwide. LECMPA is headquartered in Southfield, Michigan. More information is available at http://www.lecmpa.org

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RXA Expands Leadership Team with the Appointment of Veteran Executive

ANN ARBOR, Mich. (PRWEB)
January 24, 2020

RXA, the leader in applied artificial intelligence and advanced data science, and analytics allowing companies to make smarter, faster decisions, today announced it is expanding its leadership team by appointing Tom Stanek as president of RXA.

As President, Tom is responsible for RXA’s branding, marketing, business advancement, partner programs and overall growth strategies, along with leading and facilitating new revenue generating opportunities across all business units. Tom will be located in Ann Arbor, MI, RXA’s headquarters.

“Tom is a seasoned professional leader with specialized skills that bring great value to RXA. We are excited to have someone like Tom join RXA because he has a unique combination of skills from data science to operations and marketing that will serve the company and our customers well. I look forward to Tom’s contribution as RXA looks to continue its growth and impact in the applied AI space,” said Jason Harper, chief executive officer, RXA. “In addition, we are excited Tom is relocating to Ann Arbor — aligning to our mission to bring high-valued individuals and leaders to Michigan.”

Tom has held leadership roles in the gaming and retail industries for nearly two decades, including positions in operations, sales, marketing, business development, government relations, and strategy. Prior to his current role, he was the Head of Global Retail Sales and Marketing for IGT Global Solutions, the world leader in gaming. There, Tom designed and implemented a global organization responsible for driving lottery sales, commercial services, prepaid categories, and consumer acquisition growth through traditional and emerging retail channels.

“We are thrilled to see RXA bringing highly skilled people, like Tom, back to Michigan. We look forward to seeing Tom continue RXA’s leadership in the Applied Artificial Intelligence field,” said Bill Mayer, vice president, Entrepreneur Services, Ann Arbor SPARK.

Tom began his career in Ann Arbor at a digital media firm and worked in the environmental science industry as a statistician and data scientist. He is an active member of the American Marketing Association and Public Relations Society of America and conducts many professional and public speaking lectures.

He graduated from Eastern Michigan University with a degree in mathematics and conducted his Masters in Statistics work at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Tom also completed University of Notre Dame’s Executive Education program in Leadership and Management.

About RXA

RXA is a leading applied artificial intelligence and data science company founded in 2016 in Ann Arbor, MI. RXA has a diverse portfolio of services and solutions such as being a leading DOMO implementation and consulting firm, customized artificial intelligence kick-start programs, and an RXA Studio to support the development of new products, companies, and proprietary solutions such as Mixed Media Optimization, Voice of Customer, and Workforce Optimization to help organizations improved their ROI and decision making while streamline operations.

RXA’s solutions are currently being leveraged by over 70 different customers across North America, Europe, and Asia. RXA has been named the 2019 Innovative Partner of the Year by Domo, Inc.

Website: http://www.rxa.io

Twitter: @RXAio

LinkedIn: company/rxa.io

About Ann Arbor SPARK

Ann Arbor SPARK, a non-profit organization, is advancing the region by encouraging and supporting business acceleration, attraction and retention. The organization identifies and meets the needs of business at every stage, from start-ups to large organizations. Ann Arbor SPARK collaborates with business, academic, government, and community investor partners. For more information, please call (734) 761-9317 or visit http://www.AnnArborUSA.org.

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Can A Policyholder Get Cheaper Coverage If The Spouse Has DUI/DWI?

“Finding cheap coverage for a spouse that was convicted for DUI/DWI might be tricky, but with the help of specialized insurers this task can be completed faster ”, said Russell Rabichev, Marketing Director of Internet Marketing Company.

LOS ANGELES (PRWEB)
January 24, 2020

Compare-autoinsurance.org has launched a new blog post that explains how someone can find cheaper car insurance if his spouse has been charged with DUI/DWI.

For more info and free online quotes, please visit https://compare-autoinsurance.org/can-you-get-cheaper-car-insurance-if-your-spouse-has-dui-dwi/

A DUI/DWI conviction can dramatically increase car insurance expenses. In many cases, the price of insurance will be double or triple. Also, if the convicted driver is married, the extra cost of insurance may be passed to the spouse.

In order to maintain affordable car insurance when a spouse has a DUI/DWI conviction, there are only two options:

Exclude the convicted spouse from the policy. In the US, most married couples have joint car insurance policies. Excluding the DUI/DWI convicted spouse, will help the other spouse maintain his good driver status and affordable insurance premiums. In that case, the convicted spouse will have to be informed that he can’t drive the other’s spouse vehicle. If the partner does drive the vehicle and he gets involved in an accident, the insurance company will probably refuse to pay for any damage or medical expenses.

Maintain an active SR-22 form. The DUI/DWI convicted spouse will probably be ordered to carry an SR-22 form. The SR-22 form proves that the convicted spouse is financially responsible and carries the state’s minimum car insurance. Depending on each state’s law, the convicted spouse will have to carry an SR-22 form for a period that ranges from one year to five years. To find affordable coverage for DUI/DWI convicted drivers is not easy. First, the current insurance provider should be contacted and check if they are willing to insure a DUI driver. If not, then an online search for specialized insurers that deal with high-risk drivers is recommended.

For additional info, money-saving tips and free car insurance quotes, visit https://compare-autoinsurance.org/

Compare-autoinsurance.org is an online provider of life, home, health, and auto insurance quotes. This website is unique because it does not simply stick to one kind of insurance provider, but brings the clients the best deals from many different online insurance carriers. In this way, clients have access to offers from multiple carriers all in one place: this website. On this site, customers have access to quotes for insurance plans from various agencies, such as local or nationwide agencies, brand names insurance companies, etc.

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CSI Franchise Creator Anthony E. Zuiker joins new Digital Media Network Obsesh as Board Advisor and Executive Creative Director

“Throughout my career, I’ve seen first-hand how digital plays a large part in how audiences consume entertainment and the opportunity that means for brands and now creators,” said Zuiker.

MIAMI (PRWEB)
January 23, 2020

Timed with the National Association of Television Program Executives (NATPE) Conference this week in Miami, CSI franchise creator Anthony E. Zuiker today announced that he has joined Obsesh Media as Board Advisor and Executive Creative Director. Obsesh is a new lifestyle brand and digital entertainment network focused on fueling passionate communities around the outdoors through authentic stories from some of the freshest faces, athletes and creators across categories such as food and travel, outdoor adventure and sports, health and wellness and environmentalism.

Leveraging his visionary storytelling talents and experience in building global entertainment franchises, Zuiker will be lending creative direction and expertise in all areas of Obsesh’s programming, content, series and brand campaigns, in addition to mentoring the Company’s next generation of storytellers as they develop original series and projects in partnership with brands.

The partnership re-teams Zuiker with his longtime communications advisor Jonalyn Morris (Beats by Dre/Disney Interactive), who is co-founder and Chief Development Officer of Obsesh.

“Throughout my career, I’ve seen first-hand how digital plays a large part in how audiences consume entertainment and the opportunity that means for brands and now creators,” said Zuiker. “I look forward to supporting Jonalyn and her vision. She is extremely talented when it comes to building brands and absolutely relentless in anything she puts her mind to.”

Zuiker has been behind several groundbreaking digital moments over the past 10 years, including creating “Cybergeddon,” the first digital blockbuster for Yahoo, in partnership with Symantec. He partnered with the channel Black Box TV for the launch of YouTube’s first premium channels initiative, and Zuiker is the creator and author of the best-selling digi-novel series “Level 26.”

“Anthony is an absolute visionary when it comes to storytelling for new platforms, and I can’t think of a better person to help us create a new network that truly reflects today’s younger audiences,” said Morris. “Also, we could not be more proud of the fact that Anthony has made a career of putting women in the forefront in entertainment, even launching CSI, 20 years ago this year, alongside two strong and talented female showrunners.”

Zuiker and Obsesh are at the (NATPE) Conference in Miami where Zuiker, a previous recipient of NATPE’s prestigious Brandon Tartikoff Legacy Award, is teaching a Masterclass on the Art of the Pitch and serving as a judge in NATPE’s Unscripted Pitch Fest. Zuiker will also be joining Obsesh Co-Founder and CEO Tracy Benson on a Branded Storytelling For Digital-First Audiences Panel that also features Obsesh creators Abe Mills of Sunshine Mafia and Alex Chacon of Modern Moto Diaries.

For more information on Obsesh, visit https://www.obsesh.com/

About Anthony E. Zuiker

Anthony E. Zuiker is the creator of the “CSI” franchise, which has earned the title of the “most-watched show in the world” on multiple occasions, spawned three television spin-offs (“CSI: Cyber,” “CSI: Miami” and “CSI: New York”), aired hundreds of episodes, and even garnered a GUINNESS WORLD RECORD®. As one of the most groundbreaking storyteller’s today, Anthony continues to innovate across every platform from TV to Digital to Books and Broadway. His new unscripted series “Trey the Texas Medium” is set to launch in February on A & E, and Anthony has several other shows in the works. As the creator of “Cybergeddon,” the first digital blockbuster for Yahoo, and as the best-selling digi-novel series “Level 26,” Anthony is lending his storytelling expertise to new digital networks as well, including Vault TV, now live on Roku and Obsesh, a new lifestyle network for those passionate about the Outdoors. In addition to his own publishing company Zuiker Press with wife Michelle, Anthony is also executive producing Soul Train the musical for Broadway.

About Obsesh Media

Obsesh is a digital video entertainment network and lifestyle media brand devoted to Millennial and Gen Z’ers outdoor adventure obsessions. They are inspiring a generation to get outside together, connect to global communities, and create experiences that positively impact each other and the earth. For more information on Obsesh, visit https://www.obsesh.com/

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Safety Features That Will Help Drivers Get Better Car Insurance Rates

“Upgrading your vehicle with the latest safety advancements and technologies, will help you not only to save money on car insurance, but it will help you have a safe car for your family”, said Russell Rabichev, Marketing Director of Internet Marketing Company.

LOS ANGELES (PRWEB)
January 24, 2020

Compare-autoinsurance.org has launched a new blog post that presents several important safety features that can help drivers pay cheaper car insurance premiums.

For more info and free car insurance quotes, visit https://compare-autoinsurance.org/the-most-important-safety-features-that-can-help-you-save-money-on-car-insurance/

Safety features that are installed in the vehicles can help drivers save money on insurance. Safety features can protect the driver and the passengers in the event of a collision and some features can even prevent accidents. From these reasons, insurance companies will pay medical bills for fewer accident injuries. To encourage drivers to purchase safer vehicles, insurance companies are offering discounts for the safety features installed in the vehicles. However, not all insurance companies are offering discounts for safety features.

The most important safety features are the following:

Airbags. Having airbags seems the norm nowadays, but insurance companies provide discounts to policyholders that invest more money in quality airbags. Drivers are less likely to experience severe injuries if they have airbags in their cars. For insurance companies, this reduces the risk of having to pay substantial compensations,

Anti-lock brake systems. In the states of New York, New Jersey, and Florida car insurance providers are obliged by the law to give discounts to policyholders who own vehicles with ABS systems. ABS systems can help drivers save money on collision coverage, medical payments, PIP insurance, and liability insurance.

Electronic stability control. Some carriers are offering discounts to policyholders who own vehicles equipped with ESC. Electronic stability control will help drivers control their vehicles on icy or wet roads.

Seatbelts. Discounts for seatbelts are quite new in the insurance industry. Some insurers will offer a 15% discount off medical payment coverage and PIP insurance premiums just for having seatbelts installed in a vehicle.

Daytime running lights. This safety feature is present on most modern vehicles and will help drivers have better visibility during the day. In most cases, drivers will get a 5% discount off their liability coverage, medical payment coverage, collision coverage, and PIP premiums.

Crash resistant door. Drivers who own vehicles that have doors that feature the latest crash resistance technology, that has safer crumpling on impact, are eligible for a 5% discount.

Anti-theft devices. Insurers will offer discounts that can be as large as 30% for drivers who have advanced anti-theft devices in their vehicles, like ignition kill switches. Talk with an agent to see which devices qualify for a discount.

Lane departure systems. Modern vehicles are equipped with lane departure warning systems or advanced systems that can push a vehicle back to its lane. These systems can prevent drowsy driving and distracted driving. The discount can vary a lot depending on the insurance company and on what type of system is installed in the vehicle. Again, it is recommended to talk with an insurance representative to find out more about discount eligibility and value.

For additional info, money-saving tips and free car insurance quotes, visit https://compare-autoinsurance.org/

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ASNC’s New President, Sharmila Dorbala, MD, MPH, FASNC, Describes Nuclear Cardiology’s Vibrant Present – ‘On the Leading Edge of Amazing Discoveries’