HALIFAX, Nova Scotia (PRWEB)
July 07, 2020

Halifax-based startup, Cribcut, has announced a July 2020 rebrand. Established in 2017, the company began as a hair service provider. Now called Bright, the company has launched a workplace well-being program with solutions for both in-office and work-from-home employees. Bright’s expanded offering includes beauty amenities as well as an array of well-being services that can be accessed both on-site and virtually.

With US$1.2 million raised to date, Bright will be focused on the growth of their well-being programming, and continuing to grow their business and technology team in Halifax, as well as their service provider roster across the US and Canada. The rebrand and service expansion began in April, just before hair and beauty services were suspended due to COVID-19.

“We surveyed and interviewed thousands of clients and hundreds of companies — what we learned was that the clients yearned for more than hair services, and our partners wanted to be able to offer more amenities to their team, but didn’t want to deal with individual vendors for each,” said Bright co-founder and CEO, David Howe.

The challenges that are solved by Bright’s new programs include keeping remote teams well and engaged, boosting productivity of employees everywhere, and offering companies a suite of amenities they can use in retention and attraction of employees.

Teams using Bright amenities include co-working spaces such as WeWork and Industrious, large established companies such as Thomson Reuters and Target, as well as a number of hospitals and commercial real estate companies across their eleven markets.

“Some of our customers are using the full suite of services and amenities we offer. Others, like Mattel for instance, don’t need our cooking classes or our fitness sessions because they have chefs and trainers on staff. We are still able to create a program that works for them, and what we love is that we can help any company offer the perks that a renowned company such as Mattel can,” said Howe.

The new branding represents change. Bright is evolving because the world around is changing — COVID-19 has given Bright the determination to explore opportunities focused on solutions that recognize self-care as a priority, not a luxury.

“In our current disrupted climate, we found that our own team was struggling with the new realities of working remotely. We set out to find virtual solutions to keep people engaged. It wasn’t easy, and found that most existing solutions consisted of pre-recorded programming or prohibitively-expensive live sessions. It became obvious that the vast majority of our partners were experiencing the same challenges. Our conclusion was that we could fill a gap if we offered a range of live solutions at a price-point that was accessible for any size team. And so we did just that; Bright subscribers have access to 3,000+ live classes per month at less than the cost of a single lunch,” said Howe.

The official launch of the new brand and services is taking place between July 7th and 10th with what the company is calling Bright Week; a celebration of well-being with unlimited free access to all of Bright’s virtual fitness, yoga, and nutrition classes. These sessions will include “learn how to run” classes with Olympic runner, Geoff Harris, as well as “learn how to cook” classes with elite personal chef and former chef for Chicago Cubs, Rick Paniagua, and several keynotes by celebrated speakers on topics such as avoiding burnout, organizing one’s office, injecting gratitude into the workplace, and (re)learning telephone and video call etiquette.

About Bright:

Bright is a Halifax, Nova Scotia-based startup that offers a combination of on-site and virtual services that help engage all types of employees and team members of the workplace. On-site offerings include hair, nails, dry cleaning, and massage. Virtual services include mindfulness, nutrition, yoga, and various fitness classes. Bright meets you where you are, delivering bold ambition and relentless dedication to getting more life done at work. For more information, visit choosebright.com.

About Bright Week:

A week-long celebration July 7-10, with 40+ free, live virtual sessions open to all. To register, visit choosebright.com/bright.

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SAN DIEGO (PRWEB)
July 07, 2020

SupplyPro announces a Contact Tracing function available on its advanced inventory control systems.

The global spread of COVID-19 is affecting every one of us. SupplyPro is dedicated to supporting the worldwide response to COVID-19. Recent updates to SupplySystem Intelligent Software will allow customers to run a Contact Tracing Report – a powerful tool in the fight against the spread of COVID-19.

Knowing who has been where in a manufacturing facility has never been more crucial than it is today. If someone tests positive for COVID-19, the CDC recommends CONTACT TRACING to track their physical interactions with others to help determine who else may have been in close contact so they can take necessary precautions. This process prevents further transmission of disease by separating people who have (or may have) an infectious disease from people who do not. It is a core disease control measure that has been employed by public health agency personnel for decades.

Contact Tracing can be used to break chains of transmission, to prevent future waves or surges of cases, and to enable us to get back to work faster and safer. SupplyPro software can contribute by providing information on managed inventory, tools and supply contact – whether it’s through vending systems, warehouses, cribs or storerooms.

Running the CONTACT TRACING REPORT is as easy as pushing a button. In the report manager, the desired time period under evaluation is chosen and filtered by user to identify all the locations accessed by any user. Location can also be filtered to identify all the employees that came in contact with that location. No copying of files and database manipulation to simulate a report – customers can easily identify their requirements and run the report.

Data Security & Confidentiality -

Contact tracing investigation and isolation or quarantine are among the most effective tools to reduce transmission of infectious disease. Yet like many public health activities it raises concerns about appropriately balancing individual rights, notably consent, privacy and confidentiality, with protecting the health of the community. Legal and medical professionals are providing guidance in this area. In keeping with our privacy guidelines, SupplyPro does not collect personal information about the user’s health status.

Giving Back -

SupplyPro is currently offering its popular SupplyBay automated vending system below cost to support the autonomous management of essential PPE products – safety masks, gloves, sanitizer, etc. The PUT YOUR MONEY WHERE YOUR MASK IS sales promotion will run during July and August. “Our goal is to help our customers get back to work safely,” said Floyd Miller, CEO of SupplyPro, “this is a challenging time for all of us and it’s everyone’s responsibility to contribute to creating a safe working environment.”

Looking Ahead -

There is no mistaking the challenge of this moment. Looking to the future, as digital and online work becomes the new normal, the demand for unique automated inventory solutions is also increasing. “In addition to reducing the touch points of each inventory transaction and supporting Contact Tracing, we are looking beyond the Covid marketing hype being used to sell more vending machines toward real solutions.” According to Mike Reynolds, SupplyPro’s CTO. “There are some very interesting applications for inventory control technology. Thermal cameras and infrared temperature monitoring sensors can be positioned at a crib or the point-of-use to collect data and limit access to materials based on preset health metrics. Control systems can manage both access and safety of shared inventories when workers are reducing their on-site presence. And as we look toward the future of remote workers, inventory systems can track and control the storage and utilization of materials that are positioned at remote cribs and work sites – inventory control has to include the virtual warehouse. We are asking ourselves how to best support our customers as business as unusual becomes the new normal.”

About SupplyPro –

Headquartered in San Diego, California, SupplyPro is the leading provider of automated inventory management technologies, with a device-driven, cloud-based ecosystem that seamlessly meshes with most internal ERP systems and distributor delivery solutions. More than 1.8 million monthly users, from manufacturing to aerospace and high-tech fabrication, rely on the SupplyPro platform to increase efficiencies, profitability and competitiveness. For more information visit: http://supplypro.com/

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GREENWICH, Conn. and SAN DIEGO (PRWEB)
July 07, 2020

Great Point Partners (“GPP”) today announced that the Spine & Sport Physical Therapy, a GPP II portfolio company, Board of Directors has appointed Rick Katz as Vice President of Business Development.

“After a comprehensive search process, the board is pleased to have found the best individual to assume this leadership role for the organization,” said Adam Elberg, chairman of the Spine & Sport board of directors, “One thing that I always wished we had during my time as CEO at Professional Physical Therapy, was an experienced clinician who has deep expertise in the government affairs of our profession. With Rick’s background as President of the California Physical Therapy Association, we have achieved this goal.”

Mark Mathiesen, CEO at Spine & Sport said “We are very excited to have Rick join us. He will be instrumental in expanding the Spine & Sport brand of high-quality and cost-effective care across California.”

Katz has close to 40 years of experience in the physical therapy industry and previously founded Adient Physical Therapy, which he grew to seven locations in the Western US, before he exited to ATI Physical Therapy in 2016. Most recently, Katz serves as the President of the California Physical Therapy Association. Additionally, he serves as an instructor in the physical therapy program at California State University, Northridge. Finally, he oversaw Operations and Payer Contracting for ATI, responsible for developing payer relationships Nationally (specialized in AK, OR and CA). He has used his clinician experience, general management, and payer relationships to drive efficiency in many physical therapy locations and has demonstrated a clear focus on disciplined implementation and performance metrics. Katz earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in health science and exercise physiology from California State University, Northridge and UCLA and his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from E.I.M Institute of Health in Louisville Kentucky.

“In my 30 years in the physical therapy industry, I have never been more excited to join an organization like Spine & Sport,” said Katz “The leadership team shares my passion for education, clinical excellence and advocacy for physical therapy standards across the state of California. I am excited to work closely with Mike Biggs to develop deeper relationships with doctors and different providers in the California market.”

About Great Point Partners

Great Point Partners (“GPP”), founded in 2003 and based in Greenwich, CT, is a leading health care investment firm, currently with approximately $2.0 billion of equity capital currently under management and 28 professionals, investing in the United States, Canada, and Western Europe. GPP is currently making new private equity investments from GPP III. Great Point manages capital in private (GPP I, $156 million and GPP II, $215 million of committed capital, and GPP III which has $306 million in committed capital) and public (BioMedical Value Fund family, approximately $1.5 billion) equity funds. Great Point Partners has provided growth equity, growth recapitalization, and management buyout financing to more than 100 growing health care companies. The private equity funds invest across all sectors of the health care industry with emphasis on biopharmaceutical services and supplies, medical device and alternate site care, and information technology enabled businesses. The firm pursues a proactive and proprietary approach to sourcing investments and tuck-in acquisitions for its portfolio companies. Reach Great Point at 203-971-3300 or http://www.gppfunds.com.

About Spine & Sport Physical Therapy

Spine & Sport Physical Therapy (“Spine & Sport”), headquartered in San Diego, CA is a leading provider of physical therapy and rehabilitation services in the San Diego metropolitan area. Spine & Sport was founded in 1999 and is currently operated by three entrepreneurs with significant experience in the outpatient multi-site healthcare space. The Company operates 22 owned outpatient physical therapy clinics. The Company’s outpatient clinics provide treatment to patients suffering from musculoskeletal impairments associated with accidents, sports injuries, surgeries, and various other medical conditions. Spine & Sport’s rehabilitation programs and services help patients minimize physical and cognitive impairments and maximize functional ability so that they can return to competition, the workplace and / or their normal lifestyle. Reach Spine & Sport at 800-976-7544 or http://www.spineandsport.com/

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LAS VEGAS (PRWEB)
July 07, 2020

To support those on the front-lines of the Covid-19 pandemic, the Las Vegas Chapter of the Women of Global Change (WGC), will be providing meals to the employees of Southern Nevada Health District. WGC Las Vegas will be feeding front-line workers from five different Coronavirus testing sites throughout Las Vegas on Wednesday, July 8th.

When asked why the Women of Global Change felt it was so important to support these workers, WGC Las Vegas President Crystal White said, “The real heroes in the fight against COVID-19 are the ones putting themselves in harm’s way to protect us, treat us and keep us safe. Some of those workers on the front lines are working long hours and taking huge risks by coming in contact with the most vulnerable communities. Being at risk every day is stressful on its own; figuring out when you’re going to fit in meals on top of that is a whole other challenge.”

The Women of Global Change Las Vegas Chapter is proud to provide lunch to front-line workers at Southern Nevada Health District. Lunches will be prepared by a local catering company “Diamond Events” as part of their “Feed A Hero” program for brave first responders who have been working tirelessly through the pandemic. These fresh, pre-packaged meals will be delivered with the utmost care to maintain proper social distancing and prevent further spread of COVID-19.

“We want these essential workers at Southern Nevada Health District to know that people care about them and appreciate what they’re doing”, said Crystal White. We know this is a small thing, but we hope it will help. The Las Vegas Chapter, as well as the entire Women of Global Change Organization, will continue to support first responders.

The Women of Global Change is an international non-profit, social impact organization whose impact has crossed into multiple continents, creating a continually growing international network of members. WGC participates in educational initiatives, business networking events, and national and international projects of betterment through a variety of different programs, missions, and leadership practices. WGC members work together in business, power, and spirit to provide a better world for women, children, and all human-kind.

WGC has been honored by the U.S. Senate and has received four White House awards for the work projects it has finished and the positive impact WGC has made in communities across the US and internationally. Today, WGC focuses its efforts on international and national service opportunities with over 50,000+ families served globally.

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BELOIT, Wis. (PRWEB)
July 07, 2020

Nonprofit Team PHenomenal Hope (Team PH) will announce the 2020 winner of the PHenomenal Impact Fund for Global PH Research Award at its first ever virtual research town hall on Saturday, July 11 at noon EST. In this virtual town hall, Team PH along with clinical experts will showcase the latest research in the area of pulmonary hypertension (PH), in focused talks geared toward the community, and announce the 2020 research award.

PH is a rare disease that causes high blood pressure in the arteries of the lungs, which puts unnecessary stress on both the heart and then lungs. Currently, there is no cure, and, eventually, it can be fatal. One of the most aggressive symptoms of the disease is shortness of breath, which prevents patients from being able to do ordinary things, such as climbing the stairs, without becoming exhausted.

The goal of this webinar, presented by Actelion, a Janssen Pharmaceutical Company of Johnson and Johnson, is to bring together PH community members including doctors, nurses, researchers, patients, and caregivers and present the latest clinical trial findings in the treatment of PH. Dr. Vineet Agrawal, 2019 research award recipient, will also share his findings in the work supported by our 2019 award. There will be an opportunity for the audience to ask the presenters questions.

The organization will also use this time to announce the researcher who will receive a $50,000 research award to further their explorations into pulmonary hypertension. This will be the second year that Team PH has awarded from the PHenomenal Impact Fund. This fund was started by grass roots PH patient fundraising through the PHenomenal Hope 5K in Pittsburgh PA, and continued through other patient-directed fundraising events since Team PHenomenal Hope was founded in 2012.

Team PH founder and president Patricia George shares,”This is a day to celebrate pulmonary hypertension research with Team PHenomenal Hope! Each year we fund research, we view it as an investment of funds raised through the hard work of PH patients in our race to make a difference in this disease.”

To register for this webinar, go to https://wp.me/p636AG-3At.

Team PHenomenal Hope was created to bring together a worldwide team of individuals to build a community and improve the quality of life for those living with PH. To succeed in our mission, Team PHenomenal Hope embodies the culture and spirit of endurance racing, and we work hard to unify patients, caregivers, athletes, and our donors. For more information about Team PHenomenal Hope or to donate to their cause, go to http://www.teamph.org.

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ROCHESTER, N.Y. (PRWEB)
July 07, 2020

CHESS Health, the leading provider of addiction management technology, today announced its partnership with Psych Hub, the leading comprehensive platform for online education on mental health, substance use, and suicide prevention topics. This partnership enables CHESS Health to offer support resources to Substance Use Disorder (SUD) patients throughout each step of the treatment process.

“We are in uncharted waters today with the COVID-19 pandemic. Those in recovery will be faced with new obstacles as they adapt to spending more time at home and less time in 12-Step groups or outpatient treatment,” said Hans Morefield, chief executive officer of CHESS Health. “We are thrilled to partner with Psych Hub to offer SUD patients more resources to help with recovery not just post treatment, but now throughout their treatment journey.”

CHESS Health’s Connections App offers support to patients through smartphone access to actionable referrals, motivating and informative videos and content to break down their resistance to treatment, along with secure messaging offering support to coordinate and follow through on the referral. With the new integration with Psych Hub, SUD patients will now have access to a rapidly growing library hosting over 100 consumer-facing, animated micro videos focused on improving mental health literacy and reducing stigma about seeking care.

“Innovation in the way we support those with substance use disorders has never been more important,” said former U.S. Rep. Patrick J. Kennedy, co-founder of Psych Hub. “We must prioritize digital connection to quality treatments and resources to facilitate long-term recovery. That’s why Psych Hub is thrilled to partner with CHESS Health to help people better understand their health care journey.”

About CHESS Health

CHESS Health is the developer of the leading, evidence-based telehealth platform supporting the entire addiction management life cycle. The platform facilitates digital handoffs for getting more patients into treatment (eIntervention), improves outcomes through digital CBT (eTherapy) and reduces relapse and supports long term recovery (eRecovery). For providers, the CHESS platform grows patient volume through more successful referrals, improves treatment delivery, measuring and driving better outcomes, including reduced relapse. Health plans and state governments benefit from the ability to get more individuals into treatment with better outcomes. The CHESS platform also offers analytic insights into provider performance. CHESS Health has received recognition from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s National Registry of Evidence-based Programs and Practices (NREPP), the Journal of Substance Abuse and the Surgeon General. For more information, visit http://www.chess.health.

About Psych Hub

Psych Hub is the most comprehensive platform for online education on mental health, substance use, and suicide prevention topics in the world. Co-founded by Patrick J. Kennedy and Marjorie Morrison, it is a fast-growing library of learning solutions for every audience. Psych Hub’s Learning Hubs are a first-of-its-kind experience taking providers, professionals, and allies from knowledge learned to behavior change through innovation, gamification, certifications, and supportive patient/employee education.

Additionally, the free Psych Hub video library hosts over 150 short, animated videos for consumers focused on improving mental health literacy and reducing stigma about seeking care. To learn more, visit psychhub.com.

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