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HOUR25.AI Launches New Executive Athletic Advisory Board With Pro Athletes, Sports, and Business Leaders

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NEW YORK and TEL AVIV, Israel (PRWEB)

HOUR25.AI, an algorithm-based digital platform combating a trillion-dollar problem to reduce internet addictions, increase resiliency and improve well-being at home and at work, today announced the formation of an Executive Athletic Advisory Board comprised primarily of professional athletes, sports business leaders, and sports influencers. Former NBA player Eddie Johnson will Chair the committee and President & CEO of Uncommon Investment Advisors, Eric Rubin, will join as a Senior Advisor. Both are early investors in the company as well.

The Executive Athletic Advisory Board will provide business guidance, expertise, and direction to Co-Founders Yair Nativ and Amir Raskin, while also investing in the company’s ongoing growth and success. Eddie Johnson is the epitome of someone who has worked hard and dedicated his life to succeeding, regardless of obstacles and challenge.

Through hard work, dedication and the desire to make a better life for his family, Eddie was awarded with a full athletic scholarship to the University of Illinois. In 1981, the Kansas City Kings drafted him with their #29 pick, culminating his seventeen-year career by becoming one of the most prolific scorers and greatest pure jump shooters to ever have played the game. His hard work ethic and strong leadership abilities have taken him to success off the court as well. Eddie spent time playing for several NBA teams including the Phoenix Suns and the Houston Rockets, where along with his Sixth Man of the Year Award, he is also remembered for hitting the game-winning three-pointer as time expired in a 95–92 Rockets win over the Utah Jazz in game 4 of the 1997 Western Conference Finals.

As a color analyst with the Phoenix Suns, Johnson has established himself as one who brings an honest, knowledgeable, and unique style to the networks (NBC, TNT, ESPN and the Big Ten Network.) Taking those same leadership qualities that he honed on the basketball court, Eddie has crossed over to the business world, owning JJJ Sports, a company that is comprised of basketball camps, clinics, instructional videos, books and motivational speaking.

“I am thrilled to join the Hour 25.AI Executive Athletic Advisory Board,” said Eddie Johnson. “This company is on the cutting edge of high tech, offering users an incredible tool to remain focused. I am excited to be on a winning team that is providing meaningful impact in terms of productivity and well-being.”

Eric Rubin has over 30 years’ experience as a financial services executive and is the President and CEO of Uncommon Investment Advisors, an SEC-registered investment advisor. Rubin has worked with Uncommon since 2019 and played a critical role in the launch of its first Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) on the New York Stock Exchange in April 2021.

In addition, he serves on the board of Uncommon Charitable Impact, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and chairs its investment committee. Rubin previously served as a consultant to OurCrowd, Israel’s most active venture capital firm, as CEO of a Western-based Registered Investment Advisor, President of American Independence Financial Services LLC, and President of American Independence Funds.

In addition, during his long career, Eric created ING Retirement Services that was selected by the NBA/NBPA to launch the first 401(k) plan for NBA players. In addition to the team enrollment meetings, he also conducted the NBA/NBPA financial literacy program for 3 years. Following ING, Eric ran his own financial planning firm focused on professional athletes. Dedicated to charitable causes, Rubin currently serves as a Board Member of Together Vouch For Each Other U.S., Chairman and President of P3 Israel, and Chairman of the Board of Give N Grow Basketball.

“I am very excited to join the Hour 25.AI Executive Athletic Advisory Board,” said Eric Rubin. “I am proud to champion an initiative that is offering a platform for increased productivity and wellbeing. Pro athletes are now not only lending their names and likenesses to start-ups, but they are becoming owners in these business that will hopefully generate a whole new level of generational wealth and business and investing experience.”

The Executive Athletic Advisory Board is continuing to recruit additional athletes, sports business leaders, and influencers to join the team.

About HOUR25 AI:

HOUR25.AI is an algorithm-based digital platform combating a nearly trillion-dollar and growing problem worldwide. The platform helps users analyze negative behavior in real-time and provide real-time interventions and exercises that create resilience and better, healthier tech usage habits. For more information, visit http://www.hour25.ai.

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justin@fastlane.co

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Autism Speaks Continues to Lead Nonprofit Industry by Selecting StratusLIVE Technology to Facilitate Donor Engagement

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Jim Funari - StratusLIVE Co-Founder & CEO

Jim Funari – StratusLIVE Co-Founder & CEO

“The StratusLIVE team designed our product to help nonprofits achieve their missions; we are pleased to know that our technology will play a role in assisting Autism Speaks to serve the needs of individuals with autism and their families.” – Jim Funari, StratusLIVE Co-Founder and CEO


VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (PRWEB)

StratusLIVE, the leading provider of cloud-based solutions for nonprofits, foundations, and workplace federations, announced today that Autism Speaks recently implemented its nonprofit CRM, StratusLIVE 365, to support their vision for a world where all people with autism can reach their full potential.

Autism Speaks started their software selection in 2019. After a comprehensive review of available systems and navigating the global pandemic, they culminated the search with the choice of StratusLIVE in May 2021.

Lynn Happel, Senior Vice President, Information Technology & Data Support, Autism Speaks, stated, “as a nonprofit, building meaningful relationships with our donors is vital to the success of our mission work. Through StratusLIVE, Autism Speaks will have access to a leading-edge constituent relationship management platform, enabling us to optimize both donor stewardship and cultivation.”

Happel added, “In addition, StratusLIVE’s ability to directly integrate with the full Microsoft suite, will enable us to streamline and improve the efficiency of our fundraising, reporting and communication capabilities. The system automatically recognizes duplicate data before import, saving countless hours. StratusLIVE’s level of security, commercial Microsoft platform, scalability, and profound nonprofit knowledge and expertise are key factors and unique features of StratusLIVE. The selection of StratusLIVE is a major step in the future growth of Autism Speaks as a best in class nonprofit organization and a critical investment in our infrastructure and process.”

“We are thrilled to welcome Autism Speaks to our family of clients,” said Jim Funari, StratusLIVE Co-founder and CEO. “The StratusLIVE team designed our product to help nonprofits achieve their missions; we are pleased to know that our technology will play a role in assisting Autism Speaks to serve the needs of individuals with autism and their families.”

About autism

Autism, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), refers to a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech and nonverbal communication. According to the Centers for Disease Control, autism affects an estimated 1 in 44 children in the United States today.

About Autism Speaks

Autism Speaks is dedicated to promoting solutions, across the spectrum and throughout the life span, for the needs of individuals with autism and their families. We do this through advocacy and support; increasing understanding and acceptance of people with autism; and advancing research into causes and better interventions for autism spectrum disorder and related conditions. To find resources, join an event or make a donation, go to http://www.AutismSpeaks.org. Learn more by following @AutismSpeaks on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.

About StratusLIVE, LLC

StratusLIVE, an industry leader of Software for Social Good, empowers organizations to drive change and increase impact through its Nonprofit CRM and Online Giving Platforms. StratusLIVE 365 and StratusLIVE Ignite seamlessly integrate throughout the entire philanthropic organization, enabling greater visibility into donor insights. With a wide array of product features from enterprise-class relationship management, business intelligence, and analytical marketing to virtual giving, volunteering, Peer-to-Peer campaigns, and more, nonprofits engage more effectively with donors across a wide range of fundraising and development strategies. StratusLIVE, headquartered in Virginia Beach, Virginia, with products built on the Microsoft Dynamics 365 platform and aligned with the Nonprofit Common Data Model, has empowered enterprise nonprofits, federations, and foundations across the United States since 2010. Visit StratusLIVE.com to learn more.

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New Communication Article Collection From Supportiv

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Supportiv Communication Collection | Photo by Kate Kalvach on Unsplash

Supportiv Communication Collection | Photo by Kate Kalvach on Unsplash

Communication is most effective if it gets the message across without distressing the recipient, which can put them into a defensive or shut down mode.


BERKELEY, Calif. (PRWEB)

When approaching a challenging conversation topic, we need to consider our own emotional needs, the needs of those on the receiving end, the contexts of those needs, and the ways in which we share and receive information about all the factors at play.

Our communication style affects others, so the approach we use truly matters. In its new communication article collection, Supportiv (https://www.supportiv.com) provides step-by-step, how-to guides for reducing anxiety, overcoming awkwardness, confidently conveying your point, and more. Most importantly, these articles highlight how to stay true to oneself while staying conscious of others’ emotional needs in conversation.

Underlining the difficulty of conversing nowadays, Supportiv CEO & Co-Founder Helena Plater-Zyberk notes that “Communication is most effective if it gets the message across without distressing the recipient, which can put them into a defensive or shut down mode. In today’s world, where most of us live on the edge of stress, our conversations are trickier to navigate and become more challenging.”

Supportiv’s communication resources (https://www.supportiv.com/communication) aim to simplify the act of communicating–removing the guesswork, shame, or fear of managing emotions that can come with conversational exchanges. Topics in the collection include:


  • Being An Authentic Email Communicator

  • How To Apologize Effectively

  • I’ve Been Told I’m A Mansplainer. How Do I Stop?

  • Ask For What You Want With These Easy Phrases

  • 15 Things You Can Say To A Friend Who’s Struggling

  • Boost Your Social Skills With 3 DBT Techniques

  • How To Decline An Invitation Without Being A Jerk

  • I Screwed Up: What To Do If You’ve Made A Mistake

  • How Not To Suck At Listening

  • Balance Your Wellbeing With Others’ Expectations

  • How To Respond When Someone Is Overly Self Deprecating

  • Build Assertiveness Skills

  • How To Recommend Therapy To Someone You Care About

  • Learn How To Take A Compliment

  • Does Your Relationship Need A Boundary Contract?

Supportiv Co-Founder Pouria Mojabi adds: “Whether you’re communicating something positive or negative, asking for help or forgiveness, supporting someone else, or just navigating daily social interactions–these new articles hold insights that apply to everyone at one time or another.”

In addition to its peer-to-peer support network, relevant Supportiv articles and tips also surface in real-time inside its 24/7 peer support chats. By typing a few words in response to the question: “What’s your struggle?” users are matched in under a minute to topic-specific peer-to-peer group chats for anonymous support–from feeling hopeless to overwhelmed, from dating struggles to breaking up, and from anhedonia to longing. Even experiences regarding trauma, racism, and discrimination are up for discussion in Supportiv’s anonymous peer support chats.

Find communication tips, guides, and more at https://www.supportiv.com/communication.

Supportiv has already enabled over 1.1 million users to feel less lonely, anxious, stressed, misunderstood, and hopeless through its moderator-guided chats with AI-driven content and resource recommendations. See what real users have to say, here: https://www.supportiv.com/users-testimonials.

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FHE Health CEO, Sherief Abu-Moustafa Fights to Eliminate Disparities in Education

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FHE Health CEO and Founder Sherief Abu-Moustafa

FHE Health “Hope for Healing Scholarship”


DEERFIELD, Fla. (PRWEB)

Sherief Moustafa is excited to announce that FHE Health will continue to offer their annual scholarship program, Hope for Healing, on a rolling basis. With these changes, FHE will now accept applications throughout the selection process of any given year.

The Hope for Healing Scholarship Program was developed to encourage students to seek new career opportunities by providing them with the financial resources they need to further their education. Two students, one undergraduate and one graduate student are selected annually to receive financial assistance.

Sherief Moustafa, the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of FHE Health, is passionate about helping students further their education in the field of addiction and mental health.

Mr. Moustafa encourages any student who is currently enrolled in a mental/behavioral health, nursing, or addiction medicine degree program to apply for this scholarship opportunity. He also highly encourages people with disabilities, minority groups, and veterans to apply. You can read more about Hope for Healing Scholarships, including how to apply, on the FHE website.

Mr. Moustafa is adamant in his belief that high-quality behavioral healthcare and addiction services should be both accessible and affordable for all members of the community.

This passion carries over to other areas of his belief system, including the importance of providing equal opportunities in education and the workplace. Mr. Moustafa is proud to have generously provided families throughout the country hundreds of scholarships and educational resources.

He is confident that these scholarship programs will help further minimize the disparities that exist in equal access to education services. You can reach FHE Health at 888-604-5742 or visit online for more information about their behavioral health and addiction services.

More About Sherief Moustafa

Sherief Moustafa is a respected expert and visionary in his field. Specializing in clinical operations, investment strategy, and the design and function of healthcare facilities, Moustafa is described by colleagues as a fearless leader and inspiration to many of his business partners and clients.

After 25 years, Mr. Moustafa continues to prove his dedication to helping the community through healthcare and education.

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NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore Elevates Mental Health Conversation with LOUDER Event

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NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore’s mental health awareness event, LOUDER, will be held on Tuesday, April 19 at 5:30 p.m. at Sagamore Pendry Baltimore.

LOUDER, like many of our other initiatives, allows us to help reduce the stigma around mental health while also celebrating Baltimore companies and leaders who champion our values day in and day out.


BALTIMORE (PRWEB)

NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore’s mental health awareness event, LOUDER, will be held on Tuesday, April 19 at 5:30 p.m. at Sagamore Pendry Baltimore. The event will recognize and celebrate the individuals and companies who are committed to reducing the stigma around mental health in Baltimore through NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore’s I Will Listen campaign.

At the event, NAMI will honor local leaders who elevate the conversation around mental health in the workplace and the Greater Baltimore community with the NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore LOUDER Achievement Award. This year’s honorees and speakers are Tchernavia Bagheri-Rocker, Chief People and Administrative Officer at Under Armour, and Patrick Sutton, Designer and Owner of Patrick Sutton Design.

“284,000 adults in Baltimore City and County have a mental health condition–that’s the equivalent of four full Baltimore Ravens stadiums,” said Kerry Graves, Executive Director of NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore. “LOUDER, like many of our other initiatives, allows us to help reduce the stigma around mental health while also celebrating Baltimore companies and leaders who champion our values day in and day out.”

Morgan State University will also be awarded for its demonstration of creativity and innovation in addressing the mental health needs of its students with the NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore #IWillListen Student Impact Award. During the 2021 #IWillListen Campaign, Morgan State University reached 1,200 students through 14 events including game nights, “Unplugged” open mic nights, yoga, and other wellness events to help start the conversation around mental health.

The money raised from LOUDER will support the work of NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore and its mission to improve the lives of local individuals living with mental health conditions, their families, and their communities through education, support, and advocacy. Donations will allow the organization to expand and provide critical support groups, classes, and mental health programming free of charge to the Baltimore community.

In 2021, NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore provided nearly 9,000 touch points of service in the Baltimore City and County for individuals living with mental health conditions, their families, and communities through education, support, and advocacy. During that same year, 39.1% of adults in Maryland reported symptoms of anxiety or depression and 31.3% were unable to get needed counseling or therapy.

“There is undoubtedly a need for organizations like NAMI in the Baltimore area, especially given the events of the last several years,” said Patrick Sutton. “Offering empathy and support at every level is critical, and I’m looking forward to sharing my passion for NAMI’s mission and my personal mental health story with Baltimore’s leaders at LOUDER.”

NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore is proud to have Sheppard Pratt as LOUDER’s Premier Sponsor, with other sponsors including Under Armour, Atlas Restaurant Group, Baltimore Magazine, BHS, Bloomtopia, Brown Advisory, Patrick Sutton, and Whiting-Turner Contracting. For more information about NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore, the LOUDER event, or to purchase tickets, please visit our website.

About NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization. NAMI is dedicated to improving the lives of individuals living with mental health conditions, their families, and communities through education, support, and advocacy. NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore is a NAMI affiliate serving Baltimore City and Baltimore County. Our staff, board, and dedicated volunteers work together to raise awareness and provide essential support programs. For 35 years, we have established ourselves as the local voice on mental illness. NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore piloted many of NAMI’s Signature education programs here in Baltimore. Today, we continue to develop innovative resources and community education tools that improve the lives of people affected by mental illness and their families. We have grown to serve more than 9,400 individuals and family members annually. For more information on NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore, visit http://www.namibaltimore.org.

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Chacruna Institute’s Studies in Psychedelic Justice Provide Critical Education Taught by Leading Experts

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SAN FRANCISCO (PRWEB)

Filling a void in the psychedelic space, Chacruna is now offering Studies in Psychedelic Justice, an inclusive program with 3 courses and one workshop focused on essential topics of justice, diversity, equity and inclusion, taught by Chacruna’s team and a few extra invited professors, all leading experts working at the cutting edge of anthropology, psychology, law, healthcare, science, conservation and more. The series begins this May. On offer are three multi-week courses ranging from six to 16 weeks, as well as a one-day workshop focusing on reducing the impact of implicit bias. Participants can take one course or sign up for all four.

As the field of psychedelic studies grows and receives international attention, many programs and courses focus solely on psychedelic science. While this work is vital, Chacruna recognizes the essential need for psychedelic education grounded in justice, equity, and cultural and historical context.

Chacruna Institute’s vibrant courses, designed to be intellectual, personal and experiential, will leave participants with a nuanced understanding of the topics Chacruna explores. They will also provide students with unprecedented access to groundbreaking teachers, researchers and luminaries in the field. Courses meet weekly and will support people already working within, or interested in stepping into, psychedelic studies and praxis, as well as anyone interested in deepening their knowledge on the subject.

Bia Labate, PhD, Chacruna Institute’s Executive Director, shares that “Chacruna Institute’s Studies in Psychedelic Justice is a unique offering,” she says. “We combine academic excellence with a compassionate approach towards social justice issues. Amidst the explosion of trainings in the emergent field of psychedelics, the shamanic and spiritual roots of the psychedelic movement as well as marginalized contributions in both healing and research by women, queer people, Indigenous peoples, people of color, and the Global South, are frequently excluded from the mainstream narrative.” She adds, “we need healers and therapists that have a deep humanistic worldview, grounded in historical and cultural traditions, and not just biomedical peer reviewed articles.”

The nine-week course Diversity, Culture and Social Justice in Psychedelics (May 3-June 28), will examine how psychedelics and the psychedelic field are influenced by structural bias, power and privilege, social justice, queerness, gender identity, Indigenous practices and more. Faculty include, among others, Dr. Monnica T. Williams, Canada Research Chair in Mental Health Disparities; Dr. Darron T. Smith, Professor of Sociology at the University of Memphis; and Dr. NiCole T. Buchanan, Professor of Psychology at Michigan State University and Clinical Director and Founder of Alliance Psychological Associate.

The Science of Psychedelic Healing (July 9-August 9), will bridge cutting-edge psychedelic science in western research and medical practice with psychedelic use in recreational, spiritual and Indigenous contexts. Classes will focus on substances such as cannabis, psilocybin, MDMA, and 5-MeO-DMT, and will also look at adverse effects and drug reactions, neurobiological mechanisms and therapeutic opportunities. Faculty include Dr. Gul Dölen (Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine), family and integrative health practitioner Dr. Harry McIlroy, Dr. Kelan Thomas, a Bay Area psychiatric pharmacist and associate professor, and Dr. Natalie Gukasyan, a psychiatrist and Assistant Professor at Johns Hopkins University, among others.

The one-time workshop, Reducing the Impact of Bias on Therapy, Education and Training, convenes July 27. Led by NiCole T. Buchanan, PhD, this participatory session will explore ways implicit bias affects personal and professional interactions, with a special focus on education, business profitability, and client, customer, and patient care. This workshop is designed particularly for providers and educators in medical and mental health settings, both formal and informal.

Rounding out the series, the 16-week Roots of Psychedelic Therapy: Shamanism, Ritual and Traditional Uses of Sacred Plants, runs August 16-November 29. Lectures, taught by an international team featuring members of Chacruna Institute and its affiliates, will explore topics including psychedelic plants and conservation, sacred plants and shamanism, Mazatec uses of psilocybin, peyote and the Native American Church, traditional and contemporary uses of iboga and ibogaine, the effects of psychedelic tourism, ethics in plant medicine circles and much more. Faculty include Joseph Mays, MSc, Program Director of Chacruna’s Indigenous Reciprocity Initiative of the Americas; ethnobotanist, medical anthropologist and filmmaker Glenn H. Shepard Jr.; Chacruna Executive Director Bia Labate; Associate Director of Chacruna Latinoamérica in Mexico Diana Negrín; Associate Director of Chacruna in Canada Erika Dyck; and Attorney and Founder of Calyx Law Graham Pechenik.

“As with all of Chacruna Institute’s work, we are at the cutting edge, and the field generally follows,” notes Labate. “We hope to see you in our classes!”

Courses offer continuing education credits for professionals including mental health therapists and RNs. Bundling all four courses gives you membership access to all of Chacruna. Spots are limited; reserve yours here. Scholarships are available.

Click here for a 20% bundle discount + 1-year complimentary Chacruna Community Leader membership by purchasing courses and workshop

About Chacruna Institute

The Chacruna Institute for Psychedelic Plant Medicines, is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization co-founded by Brazilian anthropologist Dr. Bia Labate and American psychologist Dr. Clancy Cavnar, based in Northern California and with strong ties to Brazil and Mexico. We promote reciprocity in the psychedelic community, and support the protection of sacred plants and cultural traditions. We advance psychedelic justice through curating critical conversations and uplifting the voices of women, queer people, Indigenous peoples, people of color, and the Global South in the field of psychedelic science.

Contact Information

Francisco Rivarola

Chacruna Institute

francisco@chacruna.net

415-390-6157

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Grateful Labs emerges from stealth, launching first-of-its-kind Gratitude Wall, A Street-Art Installation & Wellness Festival in Tel Aviv

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TEL AVIV (PRWEB)

Today, Grateful Labs emerges from stealth mode by launching its first ever “Gratitude Wall” focused on elevating well-being and improving mental health by creating a two-week wellness festival around a physical art installation in Tel Aviv’s central Habima Square. With the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbating record levels of depression, anxiety, and loneliness during the past few years, The Gratitude Wall was created to lift our spirits through two weeks of gratitude, art, music, and wellness practices. It will be live in Tel Aviv’s Habima Square from March 25th, 2022, to April 9th, 2022, with future walls to come in other global locations.

The Gratitude Wall is a visual street-art installation, as well as an invitation for us to celebrate what we are grateful for in our lives, and to remind us of that gratitude, as a way of life, unites us all and strengthens our social fabric. The landmark NIH gratitude study in 2010 helped establish gratitude practices as a scientifically proven method of improving mental, emotional, and physical health on an ongoing basis.

Throughout the installation of The Gratitude Wall, there is a full schedule of community-based events and activities including: live music, yoga, meditations, sound healing, and a host of other wellness-based practices. After this installation is complete, the wall will be turned into an NFT and become part of the foundation of the virtual House of Gratitude – a metaverse-based gratitude-themed healing center, accessible to those who have written on the wall & have claimed a fractional share of the NFT using their digital wallet. As Grateful Labs rolls out additional walls, the # of members in virtual House of Gratitude is expected to grow alongside the depth and breadth of content & experiences provided.

“Our entire Grateful Labs team is thrilled to help us transition from the bleakness of a pandemic reality to a happier, healthier time,” said Max Marine, CEO and Founder, Grateful Labs. “We’re using modern technology to build a global community of gratitude enthusiasts who motivate and inspire one another to focus on the good in our lives and leverage a variety of wellness practices to help us recognize and express appreciation for what we normally take for granted.”

Grateful Labs was founded in January 2022 as a response to the exploding global mental health crisis. The company plans to build a comprehensive portfolio of gratitude-based products and services, including a Grateful Giraffes NFT collection & eCommerce line, a subscription-based gratitude training platform, live workshops, events, retreats, public art installations, and to donate 10% of revenues to a community-run non-profit called The Grateful DAO.

Grateful Labs is supporting its mission by creating Grateful Giraffe NFTs, a digital art collection that it will sell on World Giraffe Day (June 21st). Grateful Giraffe NFT holders will get access to exclusive content & unique experiences and connect to a global community of gratitude enthusiasts passionate about making the world a more grateful place!

To learn more about Grateful Giraffes, check out our website: https://www.gratefulgiraffes.com/

and Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gratefulgiraffes/

For more information on The Gratitude Wall visit our event page here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1705792703090076/

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Venture Construction Group of Florida Sponsors Autism Speaks Palm Beach Walk

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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (PRWEB)

Venture Construction Group of Florida (VCGFL) was a proud Silver Sponsor at the Autism Speaks Palm Beach Walk. The 2-mile walk was held from 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. on March 6 at the Meyer Amphitheatre. Registrants had the option to walk individually or in teams.

Autism Speaks is dedicated to promoting solutions for the needs of individuals with autism and their families. The nonprofit provides advocacy and support and aims to increase understanding and acceptance of people with autism spectrum disorder. Autism Speaks is dedicated to advancing research into causes and better interventions for autism spectrum disorder and related conditions.

“We are honored to support this incredible cause that continues to impact the lives of so many. We are committed to supporting innovative research and raising awareness,” said Stephen Shanton, CEO and president of Venture Construction Group of Florida (VCGFL).

According to Autism Speaks, 1 in 44 children in the U.S. is diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Signs of autism usually appear by age 2 or 3. Some associated development delays can appear even earlier, and often, it can be diagnosed as early as 18 months. Early intervention affords the best opportunity to support healthy development and deliver benefits across the lifespan. Some people with ASD may require significant support in their daily lives, while others may need less support and, in some cases, live entirely independently. Autism Speaks has funded nearly $234M, primarily in scientific grants, resulting in an additional $1B of publicly-sourced autism-related funding.

The Autism Speaks Walk is the world’s largest fundraising event dedicated to improving the lives of people with autism. Together with parents, grandparents, siblings, friends, relatives and providers who support them, there is no limit to what we can do; and the funds raised help ensure people of all abilities have access to the tools needed to lead their best lives. VCGFL is an award-winning construction and restoration company committed to giving back and supports numerous organizations each year.

About Venture Construction Group of Florida

Founded in 1998, Venture Construction Group of Florida (VCGFL) is an award-winning leader in construction, restoration, renovations, roofing, storm damage repairs, and 24/7 emergency services throughout Florida, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Bahamas and the Caribbean. Specializing in residential, industrial and commercial projects, VCGFL assists homeowners, property managers, condominium boards, homeowner associations, association boards, hotels, and business complexes with general contractor services, roofing, specialty construction, historical restoration, water and flood mitigation, and property repairs due to fire, flood, water, wind and hurricanes. With offices in Boca Raton, Ft. Myers, Naples, Panama City Beach, Orlando, Stuart, Tampa, San Juan, and Nassau, VCGFL is committed to operational excellence and exceptional customer service. VCGFL takes care of the details every step of the way including roofing, siding, windows, drywall, flooring, paint, gutters to rebuilding properties after major storm events from hurricanes, tornadoes, and hailstorms. VCGFL has earned leading industry awards including Roofing Contractor Magazine’s “Top 100”; Better Business Bureau (BBB) Southeast Florida and Caribbean 2021 Torch Award for Ethics Finalist; Gold Coast Builders Association (GCBA) Silver PRISM Award for Safety Team of the Year, GCBA Gold PRISM Award for Craftsmanship- Commercial Exterior, GCBA Silver PRISM Award for Craftsmanship- Commercial Exterior, Owens Corning Pinnacle Award for Safety, Roofing Alliance MVP Award, Coatings Pro Contractor Award, Pro Remodeler Forty Under 40 Award, Qualified Remodeler Top 500 Remodelers Award, Qualified Remodeler Master Design Award, Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors Association S.T.A.R. Spotlight Trophy for the Advancement of Roofing Awards in Sustainability and Community Service. Shanton is a certified member of the WindStorm Insurance Network™ and is a WIND Certified Umpire®, WIND Certified Appraiser®, and WIND Certified Fellow®. VCGFL carries advanced accreditations and is an exclusive certified National Storm Damage Center Preferred Contractor and Certified Member of the United Association of Storm Restoration Contractors. VCGFL is a proud member of Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS) Industry Members Association (EIMA); Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors Association (FRSA); Gold Coast Builders Association (GCBA); Insurance Appraisal and Umpire Association (IAUA); National Association of Environmentally Responsible Mold Contractors (NAERMC); National Association of Home Builders (NAHB); National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA); NRCA Qualified Trainer; Property Liability and Resource Bureau (PLRB); Restoration Industry Association (RIA). VCGFL is a registered U.S. Federal Government Contractor and holds leading manufacturer certifications including Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Contractor, Mule-Hide Legacy Contractor, Certified CertainTeed Contractor, and Duro-Last Certified Contractor status. VCGFL credentials have been vetted and screened through independent third-party Global Risk Management Solutions. For more information, call 866-459-8351 or visit us online at http://www.VCGFL.com.

About Autism Speaks

Autism Speaks is dedicated to promoting solutions, across the spectrum and throughout the life span, for the needs of individuals with autism and their families. We do this through advocacy and support; increasing understanding and acceptance of people with autism spectrum disorder; and advancing research into causes and better interventions for autism spectrum disorder and related conditions. To find resources, join a fundraising walk or make a donation, go to http://www.AutismSpeaks.org.

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Tamara Cohen Daley Joins Abt Associates as Principal Associate for Behavioral Health

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“Tamara’s expertise and experience will enable Abt to help clients and their program beneficiaries address the ‘other pandemic’ and the difficult challenges it presents,” says Abt Chief Growth Officer Paul Kolebuck.


ROCKVILLE, Md. (PRWEB)

Tamara Cohen Daley is joining Abt Associates as a principal associate for behavioral health. Daley has 20 years of behavioral health, disability, and social-policy project leadership and evaluation experience. She leads business development for behavioral health opportunities with a focus on developing client relationships and overseeing capture and proposal efforts. She also coordinates communication and collaboration across more than 40 Abt staff who have experience in behavioral health areas.

Daley has worked with a variety of federal agencies, including Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, National Institute of Mental Health, Department of Education, the Department of Health and Human Services’ Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation, Social Security Administration, and Department of state. She also has worked with foundations, city governments, and universities. She designs and conducts research in behavioral health, from qualitative and mixed-methods studies and survey design to evaluability assessments.

“The mental health pandemic that COVID-19 spawned continues to affect Americans of all ages and in all regions,” says Abt Chief Growth Officer Paul Kolebuck. “Tamara’s expertise and experience will enable Abt to help clients and their program beneficiaries address the ‘other pandemic’ and the difficult challenges it presents.”

Daley holds a Ph.D. and M.A. in clinical psychology from the University of California Los Angeles and a B.A in psychology from Grinnell College. She has done postdoctoral training at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill’s Frank Porter Graham Child Development Center.

About Abt Associates

Abt Associates is a global consulting and research firm that combines data and bold thinking to improve the quality of people’s lives. We partner with clients and communities to advance equity and innovation—from creating scalable digital solutions and combatting infectious disease, to mitigating climate change and evaluating programs for measurable social impact—and more. https://www.abtassociates.com/

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Harmony Outpatient Center Has Positively Impacted the Delray Beach Community By Offering Affordable Treatment to End Addiction

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DELRAY BEACH, Fla. (PRWEB)

Substance abuse treatment center Harmony Outpatient Center in Delray Beach, Florida offers flexible and affordable treatment programs for their patients. With the help of Clinical Director and CEO Elodie Santoro, Harmony Outpatient has been able to expand their reach and provide addiction treatment to those battling addiction all across South Florida.

Elodie completed her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Florida Atlantic University and was a member of the Broward Psychological Association. She completed professional trainings and certifications in several fields that include domestic violence, eating disorders, LGBTQI, and trauma. She believes in a multi-faceted approach that includes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), group counseling, life skill training, support group meetings, and more. EMDR therapy will also become part of the Harmony Outpatient Center process soon.

Along with rehabilitation services, Harmony Outpatient Center provides medical detox (detoxification) services. This is an extremely important step towards recovery for patients and is difficult to navigate without the help of a trained team of professionals. The specialists at Harmony Outpatient Center provide the care and treatment needed to help manage withdrawal symptoms. Maintaining safety and comfort during this phase is key and the medical staff at Harmony Outpatient Center provides the support patients need to detox in a safe and effective way.

Harmony Outpatient Center provides various outpatient addiction treatment programs including intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) and partial hospitalization (PHP). The Harmony staff recognizes that addiction recovery looks different for everyone, which is why they make it their priority to customize treatment plans to meet the needs and recovery goals of each client.

For more information about Harmony Outpatient Center, contact them at (561) 529-9623 or visit their website: https://harmonyoutpatient.com/. Their team looks forward to answering any questions.

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Harmony Outpatient Center | Delray Beach Rehab

1300 NW 17th Ave #160, Delray Beach, FL 33445

https://harmonyoutpatient.com/

(561) 529-9623

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