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Media Contact: Erin Alcorn erin@artsmmart.org Press Kit Video ArtSmart’s national teaching artists will be named the Maria Manetti Shrem Mentors ArtSmart, a 501(c)3 national nonprofit, announced today that it has received its first million-dollar donation over five years, given by Philanthropist and Patron of the Arts Maria Manetti Shrem.  Maria Manetti Shrem’s donation demonstrates her commitment to ArtSmart’s successful program model, sustainability, scale, and impact. Together with Co-Founders Michael Fabiano and John Viscardi and the ArtSmart team, this transformative and historic donation will catapult ArtSmart’s impact on a national scale. ArtSmart’s mission is to transform the lives of youth in under-resourced communities across the United States through tuition-free music lessons and mentorship, by paid professional artists. ArtSmart’s vision is to provide students with a pathway to academic, economic, and emotional stability through music mentorship.  “Maria Manetti S...

Get ready for a season of savings as TuneFab, a pioneer in audio and video conversion, launches its highly-anticipated Christmas Sale . From December 1, 2023, to January 5, 2024, music lovers and tech enthusiasts alike can revel in discounts of up to 50% on select products. Unprecedented Discounts on Premium Products TuneFab is spreading the holiday joy with discounts designed to enhance your digital experience: 33% Off on Monthly Subscriptions: Make every month melodious with a 33% discount on monthly subscription versions for all users. 40% Off on Lifetime Versions: Enjoy the gift of everlasting premium features with a generous 40% discount on lifetime versions of TuneFab products. Up to 50% Off on Bundle Products: Dive into a world of possibilities with TuneFab's Bundle products, now available at an extraordinary 50% discount. Elevate Your Experience with TuneFab Beyond the savings, TuneFab offers a range of cutting-edge products designed to prov...

TUFF Unveils "The Mystery of The Green Menace" Just in Time for Christmas Indianapolis, IN, November 18, 2023 – TUFF (Teenagers United for Future Frontiers) proudly announces the launch of their latest thrilling adventure, "The Mystery of The Green Menace." The book is set to captivate young readers this holiday season with an exhilarating tale of courage, teamwork, and suspense. In this highly anticipated release, readers will join the intrepid members of TUFF as they unravel the enigma of The Green Menace. Packed with intrigue and excitement, the book promises an engaging narrative that encourages critical thinking and camaraderie among its teenage audience.Adding to the excitement, TUFF is celebrating the book's Christmas release with an exclusive opportunity for readers. To mark this special occasion, the TUFF fan club is hosting a $100 cash drawing. Participants can enter the drawing by visiting https://tufffanclub.godaddysites.com and register for a chance...

Compound Interest The Cornerstone of Wealth Growth In the realm of personal finance, understanding the concept of compound interest is akin to unlocking a secret treasure chest that has the potential to significantly grow your wealth over time. As a fundamental principle in financial planning for beginners, wealth growth compound interest plays a pivotal role in shaping one's financial journey. Before delving into its importance, let's unravel the essence of compound interest. Understanding Compound Interest Compound interest is a powerful financial concept where the interest earned on an initial investment, or principal, is added to the principal, and the subsequent interest is calculated based on the new, larger amount. This compounding process creates a snowball effect, causing wealth to grow exponentially over time. The magic lies in the fact that not only does the initial investment generate interest, but the accumulated interest also generates inte...

Former TV journalist and news anchor Angie Mizzell will release her debut memoir, Girl in the Spotlight, on October 3, 2023, published by Publish Her Press. A book launch party will be held two days later at 665 Johnnie Dodds Blvd, Mount Pleasant, SC, on October 5, from 6 to 8 p.m. About the Book:By age 25, Angie Mizzell was a morning news anchor at a top-rated television station. She hadmarried her college sweetheart, and scenes from their wedding day ran on the evening news.She’d achieved everything her mom had wanted for her and what she thought she wanted forherself. But after signing with an agent who promised to take her career to the next level, Angiebegan to realize that a future in the spotlight would not dim a past filled with childhood traumaand loss. As a television journalist, she’d made a living by exploring and reporting other people’sstories; it was time to examine her own.Girl in the Spotlight is a heartfelt and hopeful story of Angie arriving at a crossroads, gett...

When it comes to visibility, you need to do more than just send out press releases. You need an effective online distribution system that will help you reach your target audience and boost your brand awareness. With the right approach, you can increase your visibility among potential clients and drive traffic to your website or blog.Expand Your Reach with Online Press Release DistributionExpand Your Reach with Online Press Release DistributionWhy Online Press Release Distribution Is a Good Way to Expand Reach:Online press release distribution can be a great way to expand your reach and get more eyes on your company, brand, or product. With the right strategy in place, you can reach thousands of people across the web who are interested in what you have to say. What's more? It doesn't cost anything! The only thing needed is time--which most companies have plenty of these days thanks to technological advances that make it easier than ever before for businesses large and small alik...

Snapt and The CLOUD SYSTEMS Group today announced that they have partnered to deliver cloud-based security and performance-enhancing services for all applications. Both Snapt and The CLOUD SYSTEMS Group excel at rapidly adapting to the ever-changing needs of clients and delivering exceptional value and service through all offerings, from enterprise packages to professional services, ensuring peace of mind and enhanced performance.The partnership and value add further strengthen The CLOUD SYSTEMS Group offering and commitment to providing a complete service wrap which fulfills all workloads and requirements in a simple yet comprehensive package."We are pleased that The CLOUD SYSTEMS Group has joined our partner program. Our combined goals are to accelerate growth and earnings, and we look forward to further growth in the United Kingdom and beyond," said Doug Cherry, CCO, Snapt. Not only have CLOUD SYSTEMS joined the Snapt partner program, they have also deployed a Snapt UK con...

Filipino Philanthropist Johnny Gaw Yu is awarded the Outstanding Filipino Luminary Award 2021 (Private Citizen) for his contribution to society. This was announced by EspiCom Group, organizer of the awards ceremony. The prestigious award is given annually to a select few who have made great contributions to the country as private citizens.Johnny has lived a life of kindness, great generosity, and public service. He is a seasoned and successful business entrepreneur as well as an indefatigable civic leader. Even during his college years, Johnny's business acumen was obvious. He remembers, "When I was in college, I tried to sell my friends and classmates Philippines-made customized tees. It turned out to be a successful business venture, so I expanded my operations to include Laguna , Quezon, Batangas , Bulacan , and Baguio before becoming its primary distributor."Johnny's desire to serve his fellow men is matched by his ability to run a business. Johnny was raised seei...

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 CDL Carpet & Flooring has partnered with Canada's leading marketing agency, GrowME Marketing, to lay the groundwork for its marketing strategy and expand its online opportunities across Calgary, Okotoks, Airdrie, Cochrane, and Invermere.Proud of having the most on-trend and up-to-date flooring options available for their customers, CDL Carpet & Flooring is a carpet & flooring store in Calgary that carries products to fit every budget, lifestyle and time frame. Family-owned and operated, CDL carries a variety of flooring products in stock, ready for purchase, as well as three beautiful showrooms full of custom products to select from. Their friendly and knowledgeable staff assist their clients from product selection to installation and help them navigate the flooring aspect of the renovation process.What separates CDL Carpet & Flooring from the competition is their dream to help others create their dream space. Whether it's for a residential or commercial projec...

Mobiz, a start-up that dynamically integrates hyper-personalization into mobile marketing, announces a raise of $4 million in its pre-series A funding round, with lead investments from HAVAÍC and Futuregrowth Asset Management, and participation from Launch Africa, Allan Gray E-Squared Ventures, CapaciTech, and Endeavor's Harvest Fund.The newly raised capital will allow South African-founded Mobiz to bring its self-service product to the U.S. In its home market, the company won leading brands, including Experian, Hisense, MultiChoice, and New Balance, helping them implement high-impact, personalized, mobile marketing programs at scale. The U.S. market for SMS is projected to reach $12.5 billion dollars by 2025, according to Grandview Research, and is expected to register a CAGR of 20.3% from 2019 to 2025. This projected growth of SMS marketing combined with data-led personalization puts the Mobiz product in a prime position to supercharge mobile marketing for businesses of all sizes...

Bothnia Consulting Group is proud to announce the addition of the distinguished and prominent humanitarian figure and attorney, Richard Walden, to its Board of Directors. Walden is one the most trusted voices and brands for disaster aid relief, international development, and global public health legislation.Richard has served as Co-Founder and CEO of Operation USA for 43 years - an international disaster relief and development agency helping global communities overcome the effects of disasters, disease, violence and endemic poverty. Since inception, OpUSA has deployed more than $450 million across 100 countries. The organization partners with groups such as the United Nations, NASA, and International Rescue Committee. Strategic partnerships include Honeywell, Milton Giving Fund, Sony Music Group, and Stryker. Celebrity affiliates include Julie Andrews, Barbara Streisand, Sharon Stone, Rosario Dawson, Bill Maher, George Hamilton and Jackson Browne."The addition of Richard will acce...

Time to beef up home security and prepare gifts for the coming 2021 holiday season. Reolink, a top provider of smart home security solutions, is running an epic Black Friday and Cyber Monday 2021 sale now through Dec. 5. Versatile security cameras and systems, including Reolink's best-selling battery-powered series and smart detection line, are available with up to 42%-off discounts.Customers can score sweet deals for their home and small business here today, https://reolink.com/flash-saleHere is a list of the handpicked security options from Reolink's Black Friday & Cyber Monday 2021 sale.Reolink Go 4G Outdoor Camera & Solar Panel (White Cover) Kit (available at 42% off through Nov. 29)With a 4G connection and solar power supply, this camera works perfectly in places where power and network connection may not reach. A great Christmas gift for outdoor lovers, horse breeders, and wildlife enthusiasts.Argus 3 Battery/Solar Powered 1080p WiFi Camera & Solar Panel (Whit...

 Effective Immediately, Karla Adkins will assume the role of CEO at Daram Engineers. "Karla will utilize her more than twenty years of experience in public education to strengthen our current relationships, expansion into providing services for the public sector, as well as perform the day-to-day executive administration of the company," said former CEO Barry Adkins. "I am excited to apply my years of experience in the public sector to help Daram develop, maintain and strengthen the sometimes complex relationships with public entities," said new CEO Karla Adkins. Barry will continue to be involved with Daram, focusing on special projects, such as their new advanced oil, gas and mineral rights title search and landman services. Barry will also oversee Daram's expansion into new regions as well as developing new and expanded services that are complemented by their current engineering, land surveying and new landman services. "This change in leadership will al...

 Global bridal designer Pia Gladys Peréy is the go-to authority for brides looking for stunning, complementary dresses for their bridesmaids. Peréy introduces the Top 10 colors for bridesmaids in 2022 using Pantone® colors for reference. Top of the list for Spring/Summer 2022 is Very Peri (17-3938). Pantone® Color of the Year. "When I see Very Peri," says Peréy, "I am imbued with a sense of royalty, luxury, and power. It is a return to a bygone elegance and an inspiration for what lies ahead."Spun Sugar (Pantone® 12-4401 TCX) comes in a close second. Peréy describes it as an "Ethereal, serene, and playful color."Gossamer Pink (Pantone® 13-1513 TCX) is a departure from nudes in previous years. It brings a "feminine, youthful essence," says Peréy, "it's a color of love."Innuendo (Pantone® 18-2042 TCX) inspires "cheerful harmony," Peréy shares, "an unexpected mix of red and blue with a touch of green. This shade of pink-...

Royster Productions LLC will produce a historical first: a two (2) day live NFT auction in honor of U.S. veterans. The unique event will be live streaming Jan. 28-29, 2022. Royster Productions is a Full-ServiceFull Service Professional Video, Multi-Cam, Web Streaming, Editing, Audio Visual, Live Event Production Company, specializing in Live Event Production, Audio Visual, Projection, Live Multi-Cam Video, Live Streaming, Commercials, Motion Pictures, Documentary, Seminars, Concerts, Music Videos, Broadcast Sports. Some of our previous work: http://www.roysterproductions.com/works.htmlOn R.E.D. Friday (https://www.military.com/undertheradar/2018/10/22/how-red-friday-became-thing-and-why-it-still-matters-today.html), creative artists from around the world will come together to design and combine social fabrics to NFT artworks that connect stories to faces and raise awareness and support for our Veterans and their families. January 28, 2022, power-punching, legendary four-division Wo...

A New Year-A new era of Cyber Security is upon us.Unified through a single vision of empowerment, local Amarillo company Flare-X™ makes what was impossible, now possible.In the first quarter of 2022, Flare-X will launch their Real AI cyber ecosystem. This platform will drive the necessary changes our nation needs to safeguard itself from the malevolent use of AI, which threatens our economy, national security, and welfare.The Flare- X™ Real AI cyber ecosystem is on the eve of its launch after over a decade of engineering and cultivating a unique Real AI. Real AI is the next generation of what is currently referred to as Artificial Intelligence.The Flare- X™ Real Artificial Intelligence can do what yesterday's Artificial Intelligence cannot. Systems based on AI can assimilate, analyze, and use actual facts and knowledge to obtain further information. The Flare- X™ Real AI can code software, generate creative content, make ethical decisions independently, come to a final decision ind...

Cinedigm, the leading independent streaming company super-serving enthusiast fan bases, announced today that The Film Detective, the classic film restoration and streaming company, is featuring a series of stunning restorations on its 24/7 classic film and television channel. Restorations from recent Blu-ray and DVD releases will be featured, including noir classics like A Life at Stake (1954) and Repeat Performance (1947); the sword and sandal adventure Hercules and the Captive Women (1961); Sherlock Holmes mysteries including The Triumph of Sherlock Holmes (1935) and Sherlock Holmes' Fatal Hour (1931); and more.Sherlock Holmes will also be celebrated on January 6, in honor of the super sleuth's birthday, with a 20-hour Sherlock Holmes Marathon of Mystery. Featured titles will include The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (1954-1955) starring Ronald Howard as well as The Woman in Green (1945), Terror by Night (1946), and Dressed to Kill (1946), starring dynamic duo Basil Rathbone ...

It's a bird, it's a plane, it's Motivosity's most revolutionary innovation yet ... Please make way for the ThanksMatters Card. Motivosity, a software for employee recognition and engagement, has always been uncompromising in its mission to help make people happier at work, and this development shows its commitment to do just that.Let's go on a quick tour of this new tool in the MV arsenal; combining the ease of Motivosity's dollar-for-dollar feature and the accessibility of Visa, the ThanksMatters card transfers peer-to-peer recognition into the literal pockets of users. From local to international employees, the ThanksMatters card is the perfect solution. With the implementation of Motivosity's software, users in North America will receive a digital and physical ThanksMatters card. No activation is required so, as soon as they sign up, the user's Motivosity spending money balance is ready and available to be spent wherever Visa is accepted. Users outsid...

 Virgo Surgical Video Solutions, the leading cloud video and artificial intelligence platform for endoscopic medicine, announced the closing of its Series A financing — led by FCA Venture Partners and including participation from Tom Williams of Heron Rock Fund, who led Virgo's seed round — to scale its proprietary solutions for accelerating clinical trials. Virgo is widely regarded as the industry leader for capturing and managing endoscopic video data, and the company provides a unique set of tools, called VirgoTrials, which help healthcare providers leverage this data for clinical trial recruitment. Virgo is currently partnered with multiple leading pharmaceutical trial sponsors and is actively deployed across a wide range of academic medical centers, integrated health systems, and private practice networks. The company will use this financing to expand the VirgoTrials platform and further accelerate distribution in the United States and internationally.In addition to accelerati...