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AprilAire Management Team Fills 50 Backpacks to Make a Difference for Poynette-Area Students in Need

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“We are honored to help local students put their best foot forward when they enter the classroom this fall. We appreciate the support of our partners Complete Office of Wisconsin, Fiskars, and CamelBak to make this effort possible,” said Dale Philippi, president and CEO of Research Products Corporation, AprilAire’s parent company.

About AprilAire
AprilAire is on a mission to make homes healthy. We believe everyone deserves Healthy Air and envision a future with Healthy Air in every home. We value healthy living, customer inspired innovation, simplicity of design, straight talk and delivering real results as promised, and most importantly making a positive difference in the lives of our customers, families, and communities. Headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin since 1954, AprilAire has been creating and delivering Healthy Air solutions to manage air purity, humidity, fresh air supply, radon mitigation, and temperature for all types of homes, in all environments. We have an unparalleled reputation as the brand of choice among tens of thousands of professional contractors and make a Healthy Air difference in the lives of the millions of families who rely on our products every day. To learn how to turn your house into a Healthy Home with the AprilAire Healthy Air System® and learn about other solutions, visit http://www.aprilaire.com.

About Complete Office of Wisconsin
Complete Office of Wisconsin is a distributor of business products (office, furniture, janitorial and breakroom supplies) in the state of Wisconsin with over 180 local employees. Established in 1975, Complete Office of Wisconsin continues to grow with local headquarters in Germantown and branches in Appleton, Madison, and Rothschild.

About Fiskars
Fiskars Group (FSKRS, Nasdaq Helsinki) is the global home of design-driven brands for indoor and outdoor living. Our brands include Fiskars, Gerber, Iittala, Royal Copenhagen, Moomin Arabia, Waterford, and Wedgwood. Our brands are present in more than 100 countries and we have approximately 350 own stores. We have close to 7,000 employees and our global net sales in 2022 were EUR 1.2 billion. We are driven by our common purpose: Pioneering design to make the everyday extraordinary. Since 1649, we have designed products of timeless, purposeful, and functional beauty, while driving innovation and sustainable growth.

About CamelBak
Founded in 1989, CamelBak® invented the hands-free hydration category and is the global leader in personal hydration gear. CamelBak is achieving its mission to continually reinvent and forever change the way people hydrate and perform by offering a mix of award-winning products that include everything from technical hydration packs to reusable bottles. For more information about CamelBak, please visit http://www.camelbak.com.

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Lisa Reihl, AprilAire, 608-294-8690, [email protected], https://www.aprilaire.com/

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How Mary Jane’s CBD Dispensary is Revolutionizing Retail

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“The number of people suffering from anxiety, depression, inflammation, pain, and other ailments continues to skyrocket. Our mission is to help people find natural alternatives to the many harmful pharmaceutical drugs on the market,” said Alex Roshid Abdul, COO and Co-Owner of Mary Jane’s CBD Dispensary. “We attribute our past, present, and future success to our offering the best customer experience combined with the highest quality products.”

Featured CBD products include gummies, full and broad spectrum oil, isolate oil, hemp flower, lotions, pain cream, pre-rolled flower, and pet treats. Most importantly, all products are acquired from top white-labeling manufacturers in the US. Lab test results for each product are also posted on the company’s website.

Heading into 2023, the focus is shifting from storefront retail growth to the company’s wholesale/packaging division. Fueled by a heavy concentration on online marketing, more customers are now ordering directly from the website. Products are then shipped from the company’s wholesale location in San Antonio.

Abdul is available for interviews to talk more about things like the growing demand for CBD products, Mary Jane’s unique business model, and trends in the CBD industry as a whole.

For more information visit www.mjcbdd.com. Contact [email protected] or call (210) 689-1641 for media inquiries.

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Alex Roshid Abdul, Mary Jane’s CBD Dispensary Inc., 1 (210) 689-1641, [email protected], www.mjcbdd.com

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Renew Co Partners with Searchspring® to Enhance Search for Natural Healthy Concepts and Professional Supplement Center.

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In today’s digitally connected world, consumers are turning to Renew Co to seek health and wellness solutions tailored to their individual needs. With access to a plethora of information at their fingertips, they are able to make informed decisions when purchasing vitamins and supplements. Through reviews, expert opinions, and recommendations directly from our licensed healthcare practitioners, individuals are now empowered to choose products that align with their unique health goals and lifestyles.

“Online shoppers seek relevant, personalized shopping experiences. Being able to help clients like Renew Co create data-driven personalized experiences and giving them the ability to highlight products they know their customers care about will result in an immediate impact on conversion and basket size,” said Alex Kombos, CEO of Searchspring. “We look forward to being part of Renew Co’s growth by providing best-in-class on-site search, merchandising, and personalization tools that center around improving the overall shopper experience.”

The integration of Searchspring into NetSuite SCA was a custom development project for Renew Co. However, Searchspring has easy, out-of-the box integrations with major shopping platforms such as Shopify, Adobe Commerce, and BigCommerce. Utilizing the Searchspring reporting dashboard, Renew Co can now easily measure important KPIs such as Revenue per Search and Conversion Rate per Search.

For more information on Renew Co, please contact Matt Kemp or visit www.therenewco.com.

About Natural Healthy Concepts:

Founded in 2004, Natural Healthy Concepts (www.NHC.com) has established itself as a trusted source for people on their journey of improving their overall health. NHC believes that the foundation of health and wellness lies in proper nutrition and licensed practitioner guided supplementation as needed. NHC assists customers looking for support throughout their journey of achieving optimal health and wellness.

About Searchspring

Searchspring delivers the ultimate shopping experience. As the #1 search, merchandising, and personalization platform built exclusively for ecommerce, Searchspring enables brands to get the right product, to the right person, at the right time. With Searchspring, customers such as Chubbies, Pura Vida, Moen, Fabletics, Peet’s Coffee, SKIMS, West Elm, Specialized, Wildfang, and Ripcurl are increasing cart size, conversion, and repeat customers. Founded in 2007, Searchspring has offices in San Antonio, Denver, Toronto, Krakow, and Sydney. Learn how Searchspring is helping ecommerce businesses thrive at searchspring.com.

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Matt Kemp, Renew Co., 1 8134568614, [email protected]

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Roswell, Georgia’s, Premier Dental Clinic, Roswell Complete Dentistry Welcomes Dr. Liudmila Poznyak to the Practice

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More about Roswell Complete Dentistry:

Dr. Ravi Patel and the professional dental team at Roswell Complete Dentistry deliver the very best in advanced oral health care. Roswell Complete Dentistry is conveniently located at 1875 Old Alabama Rd., Ste. 130 in Roswell, GA, and the clinic provides general and preventive dental services, as well as restorative, cosmetic and orthodontic care (OrthoFX). They provide convenient tooth repairs, fillings, crowns, as well as emergency care for unexpected dental problems. The clinic accepts most dental plans, and for those without insurance, they offer affordable self-pay options that can give patients the dental care they need at a low cost. At Roswell Complete Dentistry, they strive to provide patients with the best care that modern dentistry has to offer and have equipped the clinic with cutting-edge dental technology. Their use of these innovative devices and equipment improves the efficiency, comfort and safety of dental procedures for their valued patients. For more information, please call 404-595-1840 or visit http://www.roswellcompletedentistry.com. 

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Dipesh Patel, Roswell Complete Dentistry, 404-595-1840, [email protected], https://roswellcompletedentistry.com/

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Optimizing Rare Disease Clinical Trials Through Patient Experience, Upcoming Webinar Hosted by Xtalks

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Speakers will provide key guidelines for engaging with rare disease communities and advocacy groups from a research perspective, including clinical transparency, collaborating with patients as partners and data privacy and protection. With this approach, stakeholders can establish stronger partnerships with patient communities and advocacy groups, paving the way for more effective and patient-centric rare disease clinical trials.

This discussion will deliver critical insights vital for the success of rare disease clinical trials including emerging trends, breakthrough technologies and evolving regulatory landscapes that have the potential to revolutionize the field. The panel will provide the knowledge and tools necessary to stay ahead and adapt to the dynamic nature of rare disease research and clinical trials.

This webinar offers a unique opportunity to gain invaluable insights into the challenges faced by rare disease clinical trials and how patient experience can be optimized to improve trial outcomes. Attendees will learn more about making a significant impact on rare disease research and improving the lives of patients and their families.

Join Pam Cusick, SVP, Rare Patient Voice; Monica Dudley-Weldon, Founder, SYNGAP1 Foundation; and KimberLee Heidmann, EVP Patient Experience and Customer Success, Scout Clinical, for the live webinar on Thursday, September 14, 2023, at 10am EDT (4pm CEST/EU-Central).

For more information, or to register for this event, visit Optimizing Rare Disease Clinical Trials Through Patient Experience. 

Media Contact

Vera Kovacevic, Xtalks, +1 (416) 977-6555 x371, vkovacevic@xtalks.com

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Ideal Option Hosts Special Recovery Event on International Overdose Awareness Day

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The event will feature 15+ recovery support agencies and will be held in Mission Park on Thursday, August 31, 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.

SPOKANE, Wash., Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Ideal Option, a national leader in outpatient medication-assisted treatment for opioids, methamphetamine, alcohol and polysubstance, is partnering with local recovery support agencies to host a special event on International Overdose Awareness Day. The goal for the event is to educate the community on recovery resources and spotlight the devastating impact of overdose on our community.

The opioid crisis continues to plague the state of Washington, with fentanyl use and overdose deaths surging, particularly in Spokane. According to the Spokane County Department of Health, there was a 186% increase in fentanyl-related overdoses between 2020 and 2021.In addition, Spokane was designated by the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) in 2022 as one of eleven crisis spots for fentanyl addiction after its seizures increased by 1,098%.

Ideal Option data support the effectiveness of medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder. Among Washington state patients who continued treatment with Ideal Option throughout 2022, urine drug testing revealed a remarkable 98% reduction in fentanyl use and a 94% reduction in total opioid use.

On Thursday, August 31, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., all members of the community are invited to gather in Mission Park, located at 1208 E Mission Ave in Spokane, for this special event.

Attendees will be able learn about local recovery resources, collect materials and support community members whose lives have been impacted by overdose.

Participating organizations include:

  • Ideal Option
  • Amerigroup
  • Compassionate Addiction Treatment
  • Hope House
  • Molina Healthcare
  • NEW ESD 101
  • Northpoint Recovery
  • Peer Spokane
  • Royal Life Centers
  • Salvation Army
  • Sequoia Detox
  • Spokane Health District
  • Spokane Neighborhood Action Program
  • Spokane Treatment Center/ORTC

For questions about this event, email Marketing Director Olivia Roe at [email protected].

About Ideal Option‥

Headquartered in Kennewick, Washington, Ideal Option was founded in 2012 and has since helped‥more than 70,000 patients through a network of 90+ office-based‥medication-assisted treatment (MAT) clinics across 11 states. With a mission to serve under-served communities, Ideal Option accepts all forms of insurance including Medicaid and Medicare. Financial assistance and payment plans are‥also‥available.‥

Ideal Option’s team of medical providers carry certifications in Addiction and Emergency Medicine, Internal, and Family Medicine, among other specialties. The company also employs social workers, caseworkers, counselors, and mental health practitioners. This holistic approach helps drive positive outcomes, including family stability, stable housing, improved overall health, and reduced rates of recidivism.‥

In all the communities it serves, Ideal Option collaborates with existing stakeholders and providers to improve the continuum of care. This approach includes partnerships with emergency rooms and county jail systems, where individuals with substance use disorder often appear, as well as collaborating with numerous support agencies and municipal programs addressing social needs such as housing, mental health, and nutrition support.‥

Media Contact

Olivia Roe, Ideal Option, 1 9199466644, [email protected], www.idealoption.com

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WILLOW ANNOUNCES COLLABORATION WITH A LEADING INNOVATIVE BIOPHARMACEUTICAL COMPANY TO DEVELOP SUSTAINABLE INTERMEDIATES AND ACTIVE PHARMACEUTICAL INGREDIENTS

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SUNNYVALE, Calif., Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ – Willow Biosciences Inc. (“Willow”) (TSX: WLLW) (OTCQB: CANSF), a leading biotechnology company focused on revolutionizing industrial manufacturing of pure, consistent and sustainable functional ingredients, today announced a collaboration…

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Tune in to Bloomberg on August 26th at 8:00 pm ET to Watch a New Episode of Advancements

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Discover how technology and innovation are creating a brighter future for all.

JUPITER, Fla., Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Advancements with Ted Danson is excited to announce an upcoming broadcast, scheduled to air on Saturday, August 26th at 8:00 pm ET.

First, the show will explore how EmpowerPharm Inc. provides safe and effective medicines through uncompromising quality, based on scientific evidence, to empower patients and healthcare providers and improve mental and physical health.

Viewers will learn about the importance of validating cloud applications and why there is a need to update current toolsets and approaches. Audiences will hear how developments in technology are providing continuous validation for the life science industry, for more efficient life cycle management, while seeing how xLM (a subsidiary of ValiMation Inc.) is using automation to remove mundane tasks and improve compliance throughout the sector.

Next, learn how developments in financial technology are removing barriers to entry throughout the lending industry. With a look at Sun West Mortgage, Advancements will uncover how artificial intelligence is creating opportunities for buyers, helping to level the playing field for minorities, while opening doors to buyers in underserved markets.

Finally, the series will explore how developments in design and manufacturing are improving safety for people while traveling and at home. Audiences will hear how The Softside, by Hunt Innovations is providing a solution to bathroom slips and falls, lessening the risk of injury.

“We hope you tune in on August 26th to watch how these developments are impacting the world today,” said Sarah McBrayer, Creative Director, DMG Productions and Advancements.

About Advancements and DMG Productions:
Advancements is an information-based educational television series that explores recent developments taking place across several industries and economies. Shining a light on important issues and topics impacting society today, the series features the cutting-edge improvements, state-of-the-art technologies, and innovative solutions responsible for shaping, molding, and transforming our world.

Backed by experts in various fields, DMG Productions is dedicated to education and advancement, and to consistently producing commercial-free, educational programming for viewers and networks.

For more information, please visit http://www.AdvancementsTV.com or call 866-496-4065. 

Media Contact

Sarah McBrayer, DMG Productions, 866-496-4065, [email protected], www.AdvancementsTV.com

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Quick’rCare Ranks No. 160 on the 2023 Inc. 5000 List of Growing Companies

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“Growth through the pandemic has been quite a challenge and then with having teammates in Ukraine, we have definitely beat many of the odds to have the success we have had,” says co-founder, Alex Guastella, “We are confident we will continue this growth because our team is amazing.”

The Inc. 5000 class of 2023 represents companies that have driven rapid revenue growth while navigating inflationary pressure, the rising costs of capital, and seemingly intractable hiring challenges. Among this year’s top 500 companies, the average median three-year revenue growth rate ticked up to an astonishing 2,238 percent. In all, this year’s Inc. 5000 companies have added 1,187,266 jobs to the economy over the past three years.

Raghu Dhulipala, Quick’rCare co-CEO and CTO shares “This recognition as the 160th fastest growing company on the Inc 5000 list and appearing for a third consecutive time puts us in a rarified air of repeat honorees. It is a strong validation of our business and highlights our opportunity to impact healthcare in a significant way. Receiving this award post pandemic and during pandemic as well accentuates the need for our solution at all times.”

For complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, location, and other criteria, go to www.inc.com/inc5000. The top 500 companies are featured in the September issue of Inc. magazine, available on newsstands beginning Tuesday, August 23.

“Running a business has only gotten harder since the end of the pandemic,” says Inc. editor-in-chief Scott Omelianuk. “To make the Inc. 5000—with the fast growth that requires—is truly an accomplishment. Inc. is thrilled to honor the companies that are building our future.”

About Quick’rCare

In 2016, Alex Guastella and Raghu Dhulipala joined forces to solve digital problems that sick patients face every day. Quick’rCare was created through much deliberation to be a guidance platform that will help the 145 million people who end up in the emergency room every year. Quick’rCare has provided assistance to over three million patients, expanded its team by over 20 members, and garnered support from notable investors. Presently, the patient check-in platform is actively utilized across numerous emergency rooms, urgent care centers, and retail clinics nationwide. http://www.quickrcare.com

More about Inc. and the Inc. 5000

Methodology

Companies on the 2023 Inc. 5000 are ranked according to percentage revenue growth from 2019 to 2022. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2019. They must be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2022. (Since then, some on the list may have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2019 is $100,000; the minimum for 2022 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons. Growth rates used to determine company rankings were calculated to four decimal places.

About Inc.

Inc. Business Media is the leading multimedia brand for entrepreneurs. Through its journalism, Inc. aims to inform, educate, and elevate the profile of our community: the risk-takers, the innovators, and the ultra-driven go-getters who are creating our future. Inc.’s award-winning work reaches more than 50 million people across a variety of channels, including events, print, digital, video, podcasts, newsletters, and social media. Its proprietary Inc. 5000 list, produced every year since 1982, analyzes company data to rank the fastest-growing privately held businesses in the United States. The recognition that comes with inclusion on this and other prestigious Inc. lists, such as Female Founders and Power Partners, gives the founders of top businesses the opportunity to engage with an exclusive community of their peers, and credibility that helps them drive sales and recruit talent. For more information, visit www.inc.com.

For more information on the Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala, slated for October 31 – November 2 in San Antonio, visit http://conference.inc.com/.

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Jas Mowgood, Quick’rCare, 1 4247817730, [email protected], http://www.quickrcare.com

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Two Leading Florida Retina Practices Merge Into One Unified Practice

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Merger of Retina Associates of Sarasota and Retina Group of Florida Forms Premier Retina Practice, Pioneering Unmatched Expertise in the Sunshine State

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — In a momentous development born of years of partnership, distinguished leaders in the realm of retinal care, Retina Group of Florida (RGF) and Retina Associates of Sarasota (RAS), have united their strengths to establish a singular and unified entity: Retina Group of Florida. As this harmonious merger takes shape, RGF stands poised to uphold its legacy of unparalleled retinal care, fortified by its esteemed reputation within local communities across Southeastern and Southwestern Florida.

“We are thrilled to announce our merger with Retina Associates of Sarasota,” stated Shannon Rogers, VP of Retina Group of Florida. “This partnership signifies a monumental milestone for our practice and the patients we serve. By uniting our expertise and resources under a single entity, we are poised to create an unparalleled experience for our patients.”

This pivotal merger amplifies RGF’s distinguished team of board-certified retina specialists and adept surgeons to a total of 16 practitioners. Each member of this esteemed roster boasts extensive training from prestigious medical institutions within the United States. Moreover, RGF now stands as a steward of 17 retina centers, strategically positioned across key locations such as Broward County, Palm Beach County, and the Gulf Coast region. Noteworthy among these locations are Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, Boynton Beach, Hollywood, Plantation, Wellington, West Palm Beach, Stuart, Coral Springs, Delray Beach, Jupiter, Sarasota, Port Charlotte, Venice, Bradenton, and Lakewood Ranch.

In the words of Dr. Keye Wong, Co-Founder of Retina Associates of Sarasota, “To support any community, you have to grow with it. Our mission has always been to provide our patients with the utmost care and consideration for each individual’s unique needs.” As Rogers articulated, “Our shared vision will empower us to elevate the quality of care we extend, ensuring a seamless channel of communication and comprehensive support for our patients. Together, the expanded reach of our united practice will render our services more accessible to those in need, thereby fostering a more profound impact within the domain of retina care.”

About Retina Group of Florida

Retina Group of Florida is a leading retina-only ophthalmology practice that has been providing state-of-the-art retinal, macular, and vitreoretinal care for over 40 years. With 18 convenient locations throughout Broward County, Palm Beach County, and the Gulf Coast area, they’re easily accessible to patients across all of Southeast and Southwest Florida and beyond. Their retina specialists and vitreoretinal surgeons have been recognized as some of the top ophthalmologists in the country by prominent publications such as Castle Connolly and the New York Times. For more information, visit www.retinagroupflorida.com.

Media Contact

Shannon Rogers-Cruz, MBA, Retina Group of Florida, 1 772-353-0094, [email protected], https://www.retinagroupflorida.com

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