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Society: Christianity

New Book Proclaims How to Fix Human Problems (Political, Personal, Economic, Social, or Spiritual) Permanently

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“Think of how much better the world would become if people did not rob others, injure others, murder others, or oppress others. If you want the world to be a better place, give love, don’t just receive it only”.


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Ever wonder how to fix human problems permanently? To overcome wars, atrocities, hunger, diseases, deaths, sorrows, and other troubles? The solution is the central topic of a new book titled: “Love to Live Forever: Fixing Human Problems Permanently God’s Way”.

The book takes a practical view, with lively illustrations, of how by loving (helping not hurting) people, we can put into practice a divine solution. To overcome our troubles, God wants us to love our neighbors. It is that simple. But not easy, given our “desperately wicked” hearts (see Jeremiah 17:9 in the Holy Bible for this critical diagnosis of the human condition by our Maker). God therefore provides help by putting the Holy Spirit in our hearts to empower, enhance us (see 2 Timothy 1:7, Romans 5:5, and 2 Corinthians 1:21-22).

Believers are also empowered to benefit from a needed spiritual transformation (becoming ‘born again’) enabling access to the kingdom of heaven (see John 3:1-8). Access to God’s kingdom is crucial. It would be the only realm left standing when this world is destroyed and all governments end, and a New Age of world peace emerges.

Providing access into the kingdom of heaven, indeed, God’s ultimate solution for human problems is underscored by love. Specifically, it’s “faith working through love” (see Galatians 5:6, NKJV). That is, having faith in God underscored by a change in how we treat people for the better. It requires an attitude adjustment, and behavior modification in how we conduct our affairs personally, professionally, socially, financially, spiritually, politically, or ideologically.

It requires a renewed mindset with practical action steps focused on helping people. It calls for a mindset that is radically different from the greed-driven, self-centered philosophy that drives much of human conduct today. No wonder we are in such deep troubles, guaranteed to grow worse as disaster looms!

“Think of how much better the world would become if people did not rob others, injure others, murder others, or oppress others,” writes author Fred Igbeare, a former journalist. “If you want the world to be a better place, give love, don’t just receive it only”.

Copies of the book in paperback and eBook (published by TBN’s Trilogy) are available now at you local bookstores. Get your copies online also at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Google Books, and other outlets. Note that an audio book release is planned, as well as translations into other languages.

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Xavier Lawrence’s newly released “The Testimony” is a thoughtful memoir that celebrates God’s healing grace

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“The Testimony”: an engaging autobiographical work. “The Testimony” is the creation of published author Xavier Lawrence, a native of Alabama and master technician in the automotive industry who later moved to Tennessee.

Lawrence shares, “Here is a man named Xavier. Lost and confused about life, he wandered away from God. Facing many struggles and challenges, Xavier felt he ruined his life and had given up hope. But God was watching over him and never gave up on Xavier. Slowly, but surely, he finds the strength to keep going. One challenge after another, he overcomes the pain and heartache of his life and finds his way back to God and discovers his gifts along the way. One, in particular, being poetry. Today, he’s found the courage to share his testimony about how God turned his life around.”

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Xavier Lawrence’s new book will take readers on a deeply personal journey of self-discovery and spiritual growth.

Lawrence shares in hopes of encouraging others who may feel uncertain of what the future holds as he explores his own journey of faith.

Consumers can purchase “The Testimony” at traditional brick & mortar bookstores, or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries about “The Testimony,” contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

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Jewel Parker’s newly released “The Bird Who Loved To Hear Angels Sing” is a delightful children’s tale that shares a little bird’s unexpected adventure

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“The Bird Who Loved To Hear Angels Sing”: a charming message of kindness and friendship. “The Bird Who Loved To Hear Angels Sing” is the creation of published author Jewel Parker, a dedicated mother and grandmother who was born in Ecuador and raised in California. Parker has served in the medical field for over thirty years as a respiratory therapist.

Parker shares, “Henry is an average bird with unusual hearing for a bird. He hears things other birds do not. In this first of his exciting adventures, he hears angels singing in a little house. The other birds make fun of him until…well, I guess you need to read the book to find out what happens.”

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Jewel Parker’s new book is an enjoyable dual-language title that can be enjoyed by both English and Spanish speaking readers.

Parker shares a charming story of a little bird with a special gift brought to life through illustrations created by Bainov Pavel.

Consumers can purchase “The Bird Who Loved To Hear Angels Sing” at traditional brick & mortar bookstores, or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries about “The Bird Who Loved To Hear Angels Sing,” contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

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Book of Devotionals to Help Readers Discover Their God-Given Missions

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“Our life’s adventures take us on a journey that cycles through different stages multiple times. Each time, we face similar challenges, but at ever deepening levels. This book serves as a guide, freshly appropriate each cycle.”


SUNRIVER, Ore. (PRWEB)

What does God have to do with one’s career path? Author Bob Black answers that question in his new book, “Mobilize Your Mission.”

In it readers are provided with a short process to discern their God given missions and then leads them through 40 devotionals to inspire and stretch their faith. The handbook is designed as a reference guide and an ongoing source of perspective and encouragement. Black includes concepts such as “Spirit Talk,” which captures the essence of relevant verses in words and short phrases, and “Coach’s Questions” which are meant to elicit deeply transformative thinking.

“I consider this book a reference to keep at your bedside because there is something in it for every stage of your life adventure,” said Black. “Our life’s adventures take us on a journey that cycles through different stages multiple times. Each time, we face similar challenges, but at ever deepening levels. This book serves as a guide, freshly appropriate each cycle.”

Black is the founder of Mission Curve Advisors, whose mission is to see a large and growing number of people living fulfilled lives as they enjoy ever deepening relationships with God and people. While “Mobilize Your Mission” is intended to provide a start to the process, Mission Curve Advisors offers a 1:1 advisor guided workshop meant to bring clarity that may not be attainable if attempting alone.

“I’d really like to provoke sleepy Christians to wake up and to determine why God has them here,” said Black. “Let’s get them moving on the mission God has for their lives with this ‘do-it-yourself’ source.”

“Mobilize Your Mission”

By Bob Black

ISBN: 9781664272194 (softcover); 9781664272200 (hardcover); 9781664272187 (electronic)

Available at WestBow Press, Amazon and Barnes & Noble

About the author

Bob Black received his bachelor’s degree from Purdue University, West Lafayette, Ind. and his masters at Syracuse University, Syracuse, N.Y. Trained as an engineer, he was nearly 20 years into a successful, stable career in the medical device industry when God got his attention. After two years of struggle, he jumped and became a financial adviser. Drawing on his personal experience, financial advising skills and as an ICF certified coach, he founded Mission Curve Advisors and since led hundreds of people to likewise experience the adventure of their lives. Bob and has a wife and two grown children and live in Bend, Ore. To learn more, please visit MobilizeYourMission.com.

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New Book References Biblical Stories about Men and Women Encountering God

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Here both beginners and experienced Bible students share God’s grand story where beloved but imperfect men and women are called to a covenantal bond with the Holy Trinity” Correll said,” I hope readers discover that God’s love is real, life changing and heart enlarging.


WOODBRIDGE, Va. (PRWEB)

Are men and women doomed to fight the “battle of the sexes”? In “Watching God Woo the World,” the Rev. Dr. Ruth E. Correll says, No! She references accounts of men and women who worked together to present hope from God with one voice. The book provides accessible, brief, and informative introductions to each story with tips on how readers may find related threads of God’s grace in their lives.

Correll explains her belief that linkages between the genders that God created have a profound impact on spiritual formation of faith, hope and love. She emphasizes that Jesus neither showed preferential treatment toward women and men, nor assigned distinctive sex roles.

“Each chapter is a gem, and provocative of useful reflection. The book distills a lifetime of good teaching on your part,” commented Les Fairfield, mentor and professor from Trinity School for Ministry.

Her innovative study draws from some 70 accounts of men and women found in scripture who moved both toward or away from their Creator’s wishes. She follows the paths of characters like Leah, Moses, the woman at the well, and the disciples as God changes their hearts and the direction of their lives. Correll encourages readers to examine perspectives from biblical stories to discern the Holy Spirit’s work today.

“Here both beginners and experienced Bible students share God’s grand story where beloved but imperfect men and women are called to a covenantal bond with the Holy Trinity” Correll said,” I hope readers discover that God’s love is real, life changing and heart enlarging.”

“Watching God Woo the World: An Adult Exploration of God’s Grand Story”

By Ruth E. Correll

ISBN: 978-1-6642-5687-3 (softcover)

Available through WestBow Press, Barnes & Noble, Walmart and Amazon

About the author

Ruth E. Correll spent over 35 years of her career in a classroom and another 20 years as a member of the clergy. Throughout her adult life, Ruth has always been involved in at least one small group bible study and initiated a weekly clergy study that has continued for more than a decade. Ruth also holds a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Education from Kent State University, Kent, Ohio; a Master of Arts from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School Deerfield, Ill.; and a Doctor of Education from New York University, Manhattan, N.Y. For more information, please visit: http://www.westbowpress.com/en/bookstore/bookdetails/746164-watching-god-woo-the-world.

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Society: Social Services

Dr. Arthur Evans Joins Mercurio Analytics’ Board of Advisors

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Mercurio Analytics is delighted to announce that Dr. Arthur C. Evans, Jr., Ph.D., has recently joined as a member of our Advisory Board.

Dr. Evans spent 12 years as the commissioner of Philadelphia’s Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services (DBHIDS). He led the transformation of the agency’s approach to serving a wide range of individuals with complex needs. The transformation of the $1.5 billion Philadelphia system has relied heavily on public health strategies that contribute to better community health.

He emphasized a data-driven, population health approach to improve outcomes for people and increase system efficiency. An unconventional leader, he employed science, research, community activism, spirituality, traditional clinical care, policy, and cross-system collaborations to change the status quo. Over his tenure, the agency saved more than $110 million, which the city reinvested in improving and expanding services and employing innovative strategies to reach more people. The work in Philadelphia has become a national and international model, with over 25 states and more than a dozen countries having either visited the city or invited Dr. Evans to speak about the Philadelphia model.

His approach gave voice to and empowered individuals and communities that have been historically marginalized. He enlisted political and community leaders, grassroots organizations, academic institutions, and advocates in a citywide commitment to think differently about behavioral health and intellectual disabilities. He ensured those with lived experiences were involved with every policy decision.

Dr. Evans has been honored nationally and internationally for his work. In 2015, he was recognized as an “Advocate for Action” by the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy. In 2017, he received the Visionary Leadership Award from the National Council of Behavioral Health and was inducted into the Florida Atlantic University Alumni Hall of Fame. His work as a strong advocate for social justice has led to his receiving three different awards named for the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.

Dr. Evans has held faculty appointments at the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine, the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, and the Drexel School of Public Health. He also held a faculty appointment at the Yale University School of Medicine.

“We are strategically and thoughtfully curating our Board of Advisors for depth and breadth of experience, business acumen, and visionary factors. Dr. Evans’ vision inspired us to start Mercurio Analytics and deliver amazing results, as realized in Philadelphia, to communities of all sizes. We are thrilled and honored to have brilliant thought leaders who will help shape Mercurio’s future and innovative solutions, and make the world just a little bit better,” says Minky Kernacs, Mercurio Analytics’ CEO.

Mercurio launched two solutions, D4 and D4 988 BedBoard, this year, enabling governments to strategize and rethink the management, delivery, and coordination of social services to effectively deliver the right services to the right people, in the right amount, at the right time.

About Mercurio Analytics

Mercurio Analytics is the social services intelligence platform leader for local and state government agencies. On a mission to empower government agencies to make our communities safer, healthier, and more enjoyable, Mercurio D4 was built solely to holistically address the social challenges that threaten our communities, such as homelessness, addiction, and crime. Mercurio partners with local and state governments to achieve true interoperability and securely streamline, integrate, and create cross-departmental collaborations. This leads agencies to effectively deliver the right services to the right people, in the right amount, at the right time.

Mercurio’s social benefit application, D4 988 BedBoard, provides first responders and agency staff with a time-saving, real-time availability solution to locate the best-suited facilities and programs for individuals in crises such as homelessness, mental and behavioral health crises, and suicidal ideations. All profits from D4 988 BedBoard are donated to charities focusing on eliminating homelessness and human trafficking.

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Dash Radio and God’s House of Hip Hop Radio collaborate to launch The Big Booth @ Dash Concert Series on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

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God’s House of Hip Hop The Big Booth @ DASH Radio

“More than ten thousand people a day walk by Dash’s Walk Of Fame studio on Hollywood Blvd, so we’re excited that GH3 and Dash are bringing live music to them. The Big Booth will increase awareness of Dash Radio while entertaining people” says Mark Moseley, VP of Programming & Content at Dash Radio


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Dash Radio and God’s House of Hip Hop Radio collaborate to launch The Big Booth @ Dash Concert Series on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

The Big Booth @ DASH Radio Concert Series Commences with Stellar Award Winning Radio Station God’s House of Hip Hop Radio Powered by DASH Radio

Emcee N.I.C.E., Mission & BrvndonP, Shari, Jaae Kash, and 54th West Band Perform Live at the inaugural Big Booth @ DASH Radio in Hollywood, CA

Los Angeles, CA November 11th, 2022 God’s House of Hip Hop (GH3 Radio) is presenting The Big Booth @ DASH Radio in the Nick Hollywood Walk of Fame studio, which is prominently facing Hollywood Boulevard’s Walk of Fame. GH3 Radio’s The Big Booth @ DASH Radio is an interactive live in studio performing arts opportunity for Christian Hip Hop (CHH), Gospel Rap, and Gospel artists and musicians both signed and unsigned to share their talents with the world. Literally, Hollywood Walk of Fame – is one of Los Angeles most popular tourist locations boasting well over 10 Million annual visitors strolling the boulevard of stars.

Created by multi platinum producer, artists, and best selling author Aulsondro “Emcee N.I.C.E.” Hamilton and co station owner Chantal Grayson aka Chanie G to further introduce kingdom Culture and music ministry to the masses. Invited artists and musicians gain unprecedented exposure on God’s House of Hip Hop Radio and not to mention the publicity garnered from performing to DASH Radio 17 million plus monthly listeners. Artists have the ability to perform with the 54th West Band Darryl Hobbs, Gary Williams Jr, and Tolu or with their own band. The inaugural GH3 Radio’s The Big Booth @ Dash is supported by WeMakeTheBrand (dot) com. “More than ten thousand people a day walk by Dash’s Walk Of Fame studio on Hollywood Blvd, so we’re excited that GH3 and Dash are bringing live music to them. The Big Booth is going to increase awareness of Dash Radio while entertaining people” says Mark Moseley, VP of Programming and Content at Dash Radio. Future sponsorship opportunities are available.

“Post Covid pandemic it’s imperative that we bring the arts back to boost the moral of the people that have been mentally, emotionally and physically drained over the past few years and The Big Booth @ DASH Radio is just the right blend of intimacy and public appearance for the artist and the fans” stated Chanie G. Chanie G will be hosting GH3 Radio’s The Big Booth @ Dash. At The Big Booth @ DASH Radio fans can expect to hear a vast array of original music. This platform will also be open to secular artists. Music is the universal language!

Since God’s House of Hip Hop Radio’s inception and becoming the #1 station not just in the United States but the world for CHH, Latin CHH & Gospel Rap, we have influenced many who didn’t believe faith based hip hop could sound this good and now you get it live!”, said Emcee N.I.C.E. and now I also have the good fortune to bring to life another medium that shares my strong desire to bring awareness to the Kingdom through music and artists that create music with a higher purpose.

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About Emcee N.I.C.E.

Aulsondro “Novelist” Hamilton also known as Emcee N.I.C.E., a multi-platinum producer and Billboard chart-topping christian hip hop recording artist, is the curator of the award winning station God’s House of Hip Hop Radio powered by Dash Radio. In 2 years, Emcee N.I.C.E. and business partner Chantal Grayson took an emerging genre in CHH, Latin CHH and Gospel Hip Hop and created mainstay in radio, becoming the first station on the Dash Radio platform to win a major award for radio along with being the first hip hop faith-based hip hop station to win the covered Stellar Award, Gospel’s most prestigious award. The station would also go on to win 9 The Spin Awards, Best New Station, Best Internet Radio Station, Best Radio Station Two or More Hosts and Emcee N.I.C.E. also won Internet Radio Host of the Year. N.I.C.E. is also one of two executive producers for the God’s House of Hip Hop 20/20 Summer Fest, a faith-based hip hop music festival held in Los Angeles.

Twitter: https://twitter.com/emceenicela

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emceenicela

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/emceenicemusic

About Chantal Grayson

Chantal “Chanie G” Grayson is an entrepreneur, real estate broker and author. Grayson is a co-owner of the award-winning GH3 Radio – God’s House of Hip Hop station. As a real estate broker, Grayson has brokered several multi-million dollar transactions and has additionally provided consulting for several non-profit organizations throughout the greater Los Angeles area, assisting with business formation, branding, and marketing. She has authored books, “Love at First Sight Positive Affirmations for Young Girls of Color,” “Paths to Success Leverage: College Admissions, Financial Aid and the Art of Applying” and “Don’t Hate My Football IQ: The Gridiron Simply Explained.” She has a Master’s degree in Education with an emphasis on technology from California State University Dominguez Hills, a Bachelor of Arts degree in Linguistics from the University of California Santa Barbara, and her GRI designation in Real Estate.

About Dash

Dash Radio was created by the world’s biggest DJs who became fed up with the limitations of regular FM radio (and hate internet playlists that pose as radio powered by soulless computers). Together, they formed Dash with one goal: to provide the best radio platform in the world. This means all the variety you ever wanted with zero commercials… oh ya, all live 24/7, for free.

Dash Radio works hard to provide the best radio experience in the world (seriously, there are live DJs in the studio right now 24/7) but please tell them what you want to hear, add, or change as they are constantly evolving. If you like what you hear and want to help them grow, tell your friends to join the evolution of radio. Thanks for being down with Dash on day one.

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Celebrity Speakers signs military intelligence officer, author

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The Army vet’s passion is to turn his real-life experiences into easy-to-follow, highly effective programs and publications so anyone, regardless of faith, can benefit.


LAS VEGAS (PRWEB)

Alex Manire, a former high-level military intelligence officer, author and devout Christian, has signed with Bruce Merrin’s Celebrity Speakers Bureau to offer appearances worldwide at corporate events and meetings, conventions, retreats, seminars, workshops and more. Manire is also known by his pen name, Chris F. Walker.

At age 17, Manire joined the U.S. Army and scored high enough to be sent directly into military intelligence. His service spans nearly a decade and includes more than four years in multiple combat operations conducted in the Balkans and Middle East. After leaving the Army, he became an instructor for various military, law enforcement, government and corporate agencies. Before long, he transitioned into the roles of consultant and field matter expert in areas such as operations, team-building and leadership development.

In 2015, Manire published his first book, “The Path: Every Journey Begins with the First Step,” under his pen name. A former atheist, Manire had attempted to use his skills at discerning truth from lies to attack the validity of the Bible. Instead, his investigation transformed him into a Christian.

Now, his passion is to turn his real-life experiences into easy-to-follow, highly effective programs and publications so anyone, regardless of faith, can benefit.

A talented orator and storyteller, Manire comes alive on stage to draw his audiences into entertaining and emotional journeys, leaving them with life-changing lessons designed to provoke and inspire healthy growth. Speaking topics include motivation, leadership, world views and strategic development.

Since 1973, Bruce Merrin’s Celebrity Speakers Bureau has provided corporate meeting and event planners with worldwide booking services for an elite clientele, ranging from Jackie Robinson and Muhammad Ali to every U.S. President beginning with Ronald Reagan.

For more information on Alex Manire, also known under the pen name Chris F Walker, and Bruce Merrin’s Celebrity Speakers Bureau, visit https://brucemerrinscelebrityspeakers.com.

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Society: Social Services

The SBB Research Group Foundation Awards Additional Grants to 5 Illinois Nonprofits

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The SBB Research Group Foundation invited five prior grant recipients to share updates on their critical efforts to support the local community. The Foundation awarded additional grants to further each of the respective organization’s missions (organizations listed alphabetically):


  • Fill A Heart 4 Kids (Lake Forest) provides educational support, necessities, and a sense of community to unaccompanied at-risk homeless youth and foster children in Illinois. The initial grant provided essential school supplies to children in need.

  • Firehouse Community Arts Center (Chicago) aims to reduce violence in the North Lawndale neighborhood of Chicago by engaging with at-risk youth through various arts programs. The initial grant supported the organization’s Workforce Development Program, through which young men undergo intensive job training to help develop and achieve long-term career goals.

  • GiveNKind (Mundelein) sources excess goods from manufacturers and distributors and supplies them to local nonprofit organizations. The initial grant supported the organization’s Resource Rescue program, which provides over 330 Illinois nonprofit partners with the resources they need to keep their operations and programs.

  • Haven Youth & Family Services (Wilmette) supports mental health wellness in the local community by offering counseling, prevention, intervention, and therapy programs to youth and their families. The initial grant supported Safety Assessments, Individual and Group Therapy, and Community Service Opportunities. In addition, the organization used the funding to provide support services to individuals and families in Highland Park.

  • The Bloc (Chicago) utilizes the sport of boxing to provide academic, social, and emotional support and opportunities to youth in Chicago. The initial grant supported the creation of a Food Club to provide opportunities for youth to learn how to grow and prepare food.

“We are thankful for the critical work that these five organizations do for the community,” said Matt Aven, co-founder and board member of the Foundation. “We are proud to support these organizations and are grateful to continue our partnerships with them.”

The Foundation encourages any 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization to apply for a grant at sbbrg.org/apply-for-grant. Donations are awarded monthly to different organizations.

About the SBB Research Group Foundation

The SBB Research Group Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that supports ambitious organizations solving unmet needs with thoughtful, long-term strategies. SBB Research Group LLC, a Chicago-based investment management firm led by Sam Barnett, Ph.D., and Matt Aven, established the SBB Research Group Foundation to further its philanthropic mission. In addition, the Foundation sponsors the SBBRG STEM Scholarship, which supports students pursuing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics degrees.

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Society: Disabled Issues / Disabilities

Nominations Now Being Accepted for Inaugural EDDIE Awards Celebrating Achievements of Entrepreneurs with Disabilities

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Nominations Now Being Accepted for Inaugural EDDIE Awards Celebrating Achievements of Entrepreneurs with Disabilities

There’s no doubt entrepreneurs with disabilities are innovators and creators with the innate ability to transform the world with their distinct experiences and skillsets


ATLANTA (PRWEB)

Synergies Work, an Atlanta nonprofit that supports entrepreneurs with disabilities, today announced it is now accepting nominations for the inaugural EDDIE Awards, created to recognize and celebrate innovative business owners with disabilities from across the country. The first-ever awards event will be held in March in Atlanta, with a specific date, time, and venue to be announced.

“There’s no doubt entrepreneurs with disabilities are innovators and creators with the innate ability to transform the world with their distinct experiences and skillsets,” said Aarti Sahgal, CEO and founder of Synergies Work. “The EDDIE Awards are the first awards in the United States to spotlight these entrepreneurs who are using their talents to not only make an economic impact but are also inspiring others within the disability community.”

Nominations in the following categories are being accepted now through January 6:


  • Entrepreneur of the Year — an ambitious, innovative entrepreneur leading the way forward for both their industry and the disability community by building an equitable, sustainable business.

  • Creativity Award — an entrepreneur making an impact on the world through any form of creative media such as art, music, fashion, film, and writing.

  • Newcomer Award — an entrepreneur who has launched their business within the last 12 months and is providing an innovative solution in their industry.

  • Social Impact Award — a leader on a mission to change their community and the larger world. Their business not only has an economic impact but works to solve inequities and address systemic problems.

  • Techpreneur Award — an entrepreneur who is using technology to innovate, change, and expand the realm of possibility for their industry.

To read the full application requirements and to apply for an EDDIE Award, go here.

Additionally, The EDDIE Awards will feature The People’s Favorite Award recognizing an entrepreneur who not only excels in their business but is also a peer and partner favorite. Nominations for this award will be accepted beginning January 9, 2023.

Become a Founding Sponsor of the EDDIE Awards

Corporations and organizations have the opportunity to be a founding sponsor of the EDDIE Awards, helping to shine a spotlight on deserving and talented entrepreneurs with disabilities. Sponsorships are available at multiple levels, with each offering a range of benefits.

To learn more about founding sponsorship opportunities, go here.

“The mission of Synergies Work is to bridge the economic, opportunity, and network gaps between the disability and business community,” said Sahgal. “Corporate partners and organizations, including founding sponsors of the EDDIE Awards, have the opportunity to help support Synergies Work programs which to date have supported over 200 entrepreneurs and helped launch over 70 new startups. We’ve committed to the goal of supporting one million new entrepreneurs with disabilities by 2027. As we build toward this ambitious goal, the EDDIE Awards is an important way for us to celebrate and recognize the entrepreneurial movement within the disabled community. We hope that corporations and organizations will share in our enthusiasm by taking part in our awards sponsorship program.”

A video that tells the Synergies Work story can be viewed here.

About Synergies Work

Founded in 2016, Synergies Work is the largest business incubator and accelerator for entrepreneurs with disabilities in the United States. The organization serves entrepreneurs at every stage of their journey—from ideation to exit. With the goal of building one world where people with disabilities belong, Synergies Work helps entrepreneurs with disabilities launch, grow, and maintain sustainable small businesses. Its approach is based on a fundamental belief that all individuals have boundless talent, an inherent curiosity to explore, and a passion to succeed. Synergies Work has received the Dave Hammis Innovation Award from the APSE (Association of People Supporting Employment First) and received second place and Audience Favorite grants from Truist Foundation’s Inspire Awards. The nonprofit is also part of the Moonshot Initiative in partnership with SmartJob and Enable Ventures which was announced at the Clinton Global Initiative. For more information on Synergies Work, visit http://www.synergieswork.org or contact the organization at synergies@synergieswork.org.

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