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Caring Transitions Expands Access to Compassionate Care Services in Worcester

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Caring Transitions is a franchise designed to minimize stress by utilizing specially trained professionals to oversee every detail of a senior’s transition with compassion, including decluttering, organizing, packing, move management, unpacking, resettling, and cleanouts. The company also manages both in-home and online estate sales. The online estate sales are hosted on CTBIDS, the brand’s widely popular auction platform, which can support its clients in liquidating unique and everyday treasures that many cherish.

With a diversified career spanning over a decade in senior case management and real estate, Burgos brings a blend of compassion, expertise, and a community-centric vision. He worked helping seniors with daily living requirements and providing support with housing, medical needs, and everyday necessities. Many seniors didn’t have family local to assist them, so Burgos was their only help.

“For various reasons, many seniors find themselves figuring out their next move on their own,” Burgos insisted. “My goal is to fill this gap, making life a bit easier from the start with cleanouts to finding and settling into their new places. The blend of my real estate experience and what Caring Transitions stands for really opens a chance to do something special for our community.”

Caring Transitions of Worcester Commonwealth serves Worcester and surrounding areas, including Leicester, Spencer, Paxton, and Holden. Caring Transitions currently has more than 280 franchise locations serving families across the country.

“Cesar will make a huge impact on the community by providing top-tier transition services from decluttering a room to helping family members move their loved ones into a senior community,” said Ray Fabik, President of Caring Transitions. “His experience helping the senior population and his real estate background makes him the perfect fit for our Worcester location.”

To learn more about Caring Transitions of Commonwealth, visit https://www.caringtransitionsofworcestercommonwealth.com/.

For more about franchising opportunities with Caring Transitions, visit https://www.caringtransitionsfranchise.com/.

About Caring Transitions

Caring Transitions, founded in 2006, is the most trusted and experienced national franchise specializing in senior relocation and transition services. With more than 280 locations throughout the United States, all owned and operated by Certified Relocation and Transition Specialists, Caring Transitions provides clients with supportive moves, auctions, rightsizing, and transitions. This includes expert advice plus a well-executed transition plan beginning with the initial sorting of personal belongings through packing, unpacking, resettling, and selling of items to the final clearing and cleaning of the property. For more information, visit http://www.caringtransitions.com or visit us on Facebook. 

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Mike Toper, 919 Marketing, (919) 813-6511, [email protected], 919marketing.com

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Intelligent.Com Survey Finds Americans’ Faith in College is Declining, Yet 9 in 10 Parents Still Want Their Child to Go

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“Despite the high price of college for most people, a degree does pay off – and an advanced degree can double your lifetime earnings,” says Professor and Higher Education Advisor Diane Gayeski. “It is not just what is learned in class that prepares you for a specific job. The college experience includes exposure to new kinds of people and places.”

The survey results indicate that nearly all respondents feel the cost of college is expensive with 57 percent saying it’s ‘way too expensive’ and 36 percent saying it’s ‘too expensive.’ Overall, the top reasons cited by those who believe college isn’t worth it include the cost (75%), the belief it does not improve job prospects (51%), the belief what’s taught is not valuable (31%), and belief it’s too liberal or political (26%).

Among parents with children under 18, 91 percent are inclined to want their child to attend college, with 54 percent saying they “definitely” and 37 percent saying they “probably” want their child to go to college. Notably, among those who say they don’t feel college is worth it, 69 percent want their child to go to college.

Intelligent.com commissioned this online poll, which was conducted via SurveyMonkey on September 14, 2023. The survey included 1,202 American respondents who were recruited through SurveyMonkey Audience. Respondents were selected to represent the U.S. population by age, gender, and region.

To view the complete report, please visit: https://www.intelligent.com/americans-faith-in-college-is-declining-yet-9-in-10-parents-still-want-their-child-to-go/

ABOUT INTELLIGENT.COM

Intelligent.com provides unbiased research to help students make informed decisions about higher education programs. The website offers curated guides that include the best degree programs as well as information about financial aid, internships, and even study strategies. With comprehensive, user-friendly guides and hundreds of program rankings, Intelligent.com is a trusted source among students and prospective students. To learn more, please visit https://www.intelligent.com/.

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This Black-Owned, Female-Led, Advertising Agency is Going Global and Redefining the Industry

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Acquiring Toronto-based Gabriel PR was driven by a need to scale their business to compete more readily with other agencies and effectively service larger, more established clients and brands. “As a black-owned, female-led business, it’s challenging to scale on your own. Coming together has enabled us to provide our clients with a full range of expert services under one roof,” says Sandra Gabriel, Partner and President, PR & Communications.

“We believed that mergers and acquisitions were reserved for large corporations,” comments Ceruti, “but we were inspired by Master P’s keynote speech at the Black Enterprise Entrepreneurs Summit in Philadelphia, where we met Gabriel PR and started this journey.”

This acquisition was critical for 360aac as the first half of 2022 saw record growth within the marketing industry. “We saw 789 marketing industry deals, compared to the record-setting 571 deals in the first half of 2021. In order to stay relevant and viable, we needed to be larger and more specialized in key growth areas such as digital marketing, AI technology, metaverse marketing, public relations and crisis communications,” explains Vania Abdul-Badee, Co-Founder and CMO, “when considering our combined service offerings, we found very little duplication which allowed us to elevate to a true full-service advertising and communications agency.”

“Whether we’re working on advertising campaigns, branding, or design projects, our main goal is to develop the best strategy to help our clients succeed,” said Tamara Jones, President, 360 Bahamas. “Coming together and expanding across North America and The Bahamas allows us to take on clients in multiple markets and execute on an international scale.”

The 360 journey nearly saw its end during the COVID-19 pandemic in March of 2020 when one client after the other called in to terminate their contracts. It wasn’t until all contracts ended that they made the decision to apply for certifications that opened the doors to corporate and government contracts, making 2020 one of their most profitable years. Today, they have 7 active certifications.

Although the agency officially relaunched in August 2023, they have made headway in the market since coming together in July 2022 by speaking at the FutureProof conference in California and the NMSDC annual conference in New Orleans. “It has been incredibly busy, but gaining exposure through strategic partnerships and conferences has positioned us for success, and we are looking forward to the opportunities that lay ahead,” comments Ceruti.

360aac will be attending the NMSDC annual conference in Baltimore, MD from October 22-25, 2023.

About 360 Advertising & Communications (360aac)

Founded in 2016, 360 Advertising & Communications (formerly 360 Marketing & PR) is a full-service agency specializing in 360 marketing strategies, public relations and corporate communications. 360aac is on a mission to consistently deliver unmatched creative and client experiences and build long-term relationships based on trust and transparency.

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Sandra Gabriel, 360 Advertising & Communications, 1 888-452-0080 205, [email protected], www.360mpr.com 

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Servicon is Officially Certified as a Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE) by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council

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Servicon’s certification was conducted and approved by the WBE Council-West, WBENC’s regional certifying partner. Attaining the certification is a meticulous process, including an in-depth review of the business’ history, current operations, a comprehensive legal and financial document review, and a site inspection. The certification process confirms that the business is at least 51% owned, operated, and controlled by a woman or women and that the business has appropriate structure and strategic business planning and implementation in place. Servicon is 60% woman-owned owned and its chief executive is female.

“It is a tremendous honor to receive WBENC certification,” says Servicon President, CEO, and member of Servicon’s ownership, Laurie Sewell. “We are proud to be recognized as a woman-owned and operated company, especially given Servicon’s long history of strong women leadership, starting with our company’s co-founder, Gloria Mahdesian. Servicon’s past president and CEO, Terry Sweeney, was my mentor.

“WBENC certification exemplifies the strength of women in leadership roles and the great value they bring both to the business world and the historically male-dominated commercial cleaning industry. I also think it serves as an example for other women entrepreneurs of the business success they can attain.”

Sewell plans to participate in the WBENC mentor program to help other women owners and operators who are starting out to grow and improve their operations.

Stakeholder Benefits

Servicon’s head of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives, Maritza Aguilar, also sees great value in the WBENC certification. “I am proud to be part of a woman-owned and operated business,” she says. “Laurie has always used her leadership to elevate women. It’s important for the women in our organization and our communities to see this ability to grow and be successful as a woman entrepreneur. Our certified status also aligns with our customers’ supplier diversity programs and helps them meet their supplier diversity goals. Many companies want to do business with underrepresented minorities, especially women-owned and operated companies as reputable as Servicon.”

By including women-owned businesses among their suppliers, corporations and government agencies demonstrate their commitment to fostering diversity and the continued development of their supplier diversity programs, which, in turn, empowers women as leaders and brings about a more diverse and sustainable economy.

About WBENC
WBENC is the leading U.S. women’s business development and third-party certifier of women-owned and operated businesses. WBENC includes more than 18,000 certified WBEs, 14 national RPOs, and more than 500 corporate members, most of which are Fortune 500 entities. Thousands of corporations as well as states, cities, the federal government, and other entities seek suppliers with WBENC certification. For more information, visit http://www.wbenc.org and http://www.buywomenowned.com.

About Servicon
Proud to be WBENC-certified, Servicon is a leading commercial cleaning services provider specializing in healthcare, life sciences, aerospace, and facility maintenance.

At Servicon, we live by our purpose to elevate the industry and provide healthy environments for people to thrive. As a privately held, women-owned and operated company, we work and live by our vision of creating a better working future. We do well by doing right by our people and the communities in which we and our employees work and live. To learn more about Servicon, visit servicon.com or contact us.

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Frak Tortorici, Marketing Maven, 908-875-8908, [email protected], https://www.marketingmaven.com/ 

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Play Yellow Celebrates its 5th Anniversary with a Commitment to Children’s Hospitals

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The 5th-anniversary celebration of Play Yellow took place earlier this week at the annual Play Yellow Invitational in West Palm Beach, FL, from October 15 to 17, 2023. The event was a testament to the enduring legacy of Jack and Barbara Nicklaus’s commitment to children’s hospitals, with the aim of helping the 12 million children treated at local member hospitals each year.

At the 2023 event, celebrating the spirit of giving back and championing the cause of children’s hospitals, professional golfer Brandon Matthews was honored with the prestigious Play Yellow Ambassador of the Year award.

Matthews has a strong affinity for children’s hospitals and the impact they have on local communities. His annual Play Yellow golf tournament, the NEPA Invitational, supports the Geisinger Janet Weis Children’s Hospital, a member hospital of Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Since 2021, the event has distributed over $350,000 to benefit the hospital and provide care for kids across Northeast Pennsylvania, where Matthews was born and raised.

“I’m truly honored to be an ambassador for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals’ Play Yellow campaign. I’ve seen firsthand the impact of our fundraising efforts on kids and their communities,” Matthews said. “I am just so thankful to have the opportunity to be involved with Mr. and Mrs. Nicklaus, and playing a small part in a very important endeavor.”

In addition, the 2023 Corporate Partner of the Year award was given to the PGA TOUR Superstore, and the 2023 Best Play Yellow Event was given to the Drew Neville Charity Classic.

The Nicklaus’ have devoted their lives to supporting philanthropy, including children’s hospitals. The Play Yellow program is already leaving an indelible mark on member hospitals in the U.S., including:

  • Shodair Children’s Hospital: In 2021, Shodair Children’s Hospital set out to create a Play Yellow event as their one and only golf fundraiser in Montana. Initially, they didn’t think they could surpass $50,000 in fundraising, but with the support of Play Yellow, their event eclipsed $300,000 in donations last year. This significant support enables Shodair to provide acute and residential psychiatric services for the youth of Montana.
  • Carilion Children’s Hospital: Inspired by their daughter Charlotte’s battle with rare pediatric liver cancer, Kelly Woolwine and his wife Jess organized the Charlotte’s Play Yellow and Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Celebrity Invitational. The Play Yellow team provided unique support by enrolling celebrity friends to participate, and the event aims to raise a substantial portion of the $20 million goal for a new pediatric cancer center in Roanoke, VA.
  • Children’s Health Foundation of Oklahoma: The Children’s Health Foundation of Oklahoma set out to create a signature golf event in 2023. Play Yellow and Jack and Barbara’s legacy helped create an elite-level event that generated over $700,000 in its first year for their Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery Center.

“Play Yellow was born out of our love for children and our passion for making a difference,” said Jack and Barbara Nicklaus. “We’re deeply grateful for the support this program has received, and we look forward to making a continued positive impact in children’s healthcare for many years to come.”

Play Yellow allows the golf community to give back to the areas in which they play and support. Funds raised benefit local member hospitals and are used where they are needed most, making a significant and encouraging effect on patients and their families.

To further their vision, the Nicklaus’s are calling on the entire golf community to step up and join them in raising funds to support member children’s hospitals across the U.S. and Canada.

Join Play Yellow to change kids’ health to change the future. Visit PlayYellow.org to learn more and make a difference today.

About Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals:
Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals was founded more than 40 years ago with the vision to Change Kids’ Health, Change the Future. We’ve raised over $8.5 billion for 170 children’s hospitals by empowering and engaging with local communities and businesses – and we’re not done yet. All donations benefit local member hospitals to fund what’s needed most, like critical life-saving treatments and healthcare services, innovative research, vital pediatric medical equipment, child life services that put kids’ and families’ minds at ease during difficult hospital stays, and financial assistance for families who could not otherwise afford these health services.

Together, we can change kids’ health. Together, we can change the future. To learn about Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and your local member children’s hospital, visit cmnhospitals.org.

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Brooke Uberty, Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, 8012147500, [email protected], cmnhospitals.org

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BiztechCS Recognized as a Great Place to Work for Women, Named Among India’s Top 100 Mid-Sized Companies

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“We are deeply honored to be acknowledged as a great place to work for women. Our commitment to gender equality and diversity goes beyond mere rhetoric. We have worked tirelessly to implement policies and practices that ensure all our employees, irrespective of gender, feel valued, supported, and have equal growth opportunities.” said Kinjal Shah, HR Director at Biztech.

According to a report by Business Today, women in the IT industry account for about 30 percent of the workforce. When it comes to Biztech, 44% of the workforce are women.

One of the standout features of Biztech that contributed to this recognition is its unwavering support for career development. The company’s mentoring programs, leadership training, and flexible work arrangements have allowed women to thrive in their careers while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Biztech’s dedication to creating a women-friendly workplace is not only reflected in its policies but also its everyday culture. Employees consistently cite the company’s collaborative and respectful environment as pivotal to their job satisfaction.

This recognition as one of the Top 100 Mid-sized Companies for Women-Friendly Workplaces is a testament to Biztech’s ongoing efforts to create an inclusive and supportive work environment for all employees. It’s not only an acknowledgment of past achievements but also a motivation to continue the journey toward greater diversity and inclusivity in the workplace.

For more information about BiztechCS and its workplace culture, please visit https://www.biztechcs.com.

About BiztechCS (www.biztechcs.com):

BiztechCS is an India-based IT organization extending several software products and services in multiple verticals. The team has experience and expertise in various technologies such as enterprise mobile app development, product engineering, eCommerce development services, CRM services, etc.

About Great Place To Work® (www.greatplacetowork.com):

Great Place to Work® is the global authority on workplace culture. Since 1992, they have surveyed more than 100 million employees worldwide and used those deep insights to define what makes a great workplace: trust. Their employee survey platform empowers leaders with the feedback, real-time reporting, and insights they need to make strategic people decisions. The Institute serves businesses, non-profits and government agencies in more than 60 countries and has conducted pioneering research on the characteristics of great workplaces for over three decades.

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Dilip Rajpurohit, BiztechCS, 1 408-329-9693, [email protected], https://www.biztechcs.com/

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Deborah Dioguardi Receives the ACORD Women’s Insurance Advancement Award

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“Deborah is worthy of this prestigious recognition for her incredible contributions to supporting the growth and advancement of women within the insurance industry,” says Jencap President Mark Maher. “Her dynamic leadership, unyielding determination, and powerful presence make her an outstanding role model.”

Through her accomplishments, Dioguardi paves the way for a more inclusive and empowering future for all women in the insurance industry.

About Jencap Group
Jencap is one of the largest wholesalers in the U.S. with notable industry-leading expertise in wholesale brokerage, binding authority, and program management. Its specialized divisions and affiliate organizations provide niche underwriting prowess, broad market access, and nationwide influence. Headquartered in New York, Jencap leverages its collective power to exceed the expectations of more than 20,000 independent agency partners. For more information, visit: JencapGroup.com.

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Kathryn Smith, Jencap Group, 678-951-5183, [email protected], JencapGroup.com 

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The Just Shall Live By Faith, But Science Is On Their Side, Too Xulon Press presents a strong case in Christian apologetics

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“I don’t like the way morals and values are being manipulated by an evil and godless society. I want to know why I can still believe in God and the Bible. I want others to know that we are not wrong in our traditional values. We are right,” said Hakanson.

T Hakanson, an honorably discharged veteran, carpenter, and handyman, studied Network Management at National American University. He is a musician and songwriter who enjoys taking road trips across the USA with his wife, Linda, whether by Jeep or Harley.

Xulon Press, a division of Salem Media Group, is the world’s largest Christian self-publisher, with more than 20,000 titles published to date. What is Truth? is available online through xulonpress.com/bookstore, amazon.com, and barnesandnoble.com.

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T Hakanson, Salem Author Services, 763-267-1904, [email protected]

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Creme of Nature Announces 2023-2024 Scholarship Winners and Furthers Commitment to Education with the Thurgood Marshall College Fund

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Creme of Nature, a leading brand in the ethnic haircare industry, demonstrated its continued support to education and empowerment by participating in the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) Annual Leadership Institute and Gala. The…

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Attorney Avana Epperson-Temple Honored with WBA Emerging Women Leaders in the Law Award

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“I am grateful to the WBA for selecting me and deeply honored to receive the Emerging Women Leaders in the Law award. The WBA is an impressive organization working to support women lawyers throughout the Commonwealth, and I’m thrilled to be recognized for my work in support of that mission,” said Epperson-Temple.

Epperson-Temple is a graduate of Northeastern University School of Law (J.D.) and Emory University (B.A.). She is a past recipient of the Get Konnected!’s 25 Most Influential Millennial Leaders of Color award and a Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly Excellence in the Law honoree.

More info can be found at https://www.wbagala.org/.

About Avana Epperson-Temple

Avana Epperson-Temple is a litigation and trial attorney, and she concentrates her practice in the areas of business litigation, professional liability litigation and insurance coverage litigation. She defends businesses, law firms, business owners, employers, attorneys, brokers and other professionals against allegations of malpractice, breach of fiduciary duty and breach of contract. She also represents insurers in coverage disputes and litigation, primarily involving commercial general liability policies and professional liability insurance policies. Epperson-Temple has successfully defended cases through trial and verdict in state court and has successfully argued before the Massachusetts Appeals Court.

In addition to her law practice, Epperson-Temple serves as President-Elect of the Massachusetts Black Lawyers Association (MBLA) and as a member of the Anti-Defamation League’s (ADL) Regional Board for New England. Her additional appointments include serving on the board of Pine Street Inn, New England’s largest homeless services organization; and as a pro bono attorney for the Women’s Bar Foundation’s Family Law Project, representing survivors of domestic violence.

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Ellen Keiley, EMK Consulting Group, LLC, 1 7816963104, [email protected], https://emkconsultinggroup.com/

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