NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / January 31, 2024 / We are building a clean energy future by investing in projects like Georgia Power Company‘s Vogtle Units 3 & 4. Learn how the newly built nuclear units are leading us to a brighter tomorrow.
SALEM, NH / ACCESSWIRE / January 31, 2024 / A new Section 8 real estate investment coaching program through Spofford Enterprises is ready to train both new and experienced investors. The Cash Flow is King: Section 8 Coaching Program is now open to those wishing to level up their real estate investment skills by teaching investors how to make money using Section 8 properties.
Investing in real estate offers specific advantages. Most obvious to seasoned investors and non-investors alike is the opportunity for consistent rental income. This provides a reliable passive income stream each month for the property owner. Real estate properties also appreciate over time, allowing investors to build equity and increase wealth. While this is common knowledge among investors and aspiring investors, less well-known is that Section 8 properties have real advantages that other properties do not.
Section 8 housing allows investors to provide affordable housing for families in need, improving lives and bettering the community. Section 8 properties also provide investors with guaranteed rental income from the government. Additionally, these properties rarely sit vacant. The low vacancy rate exists because these properties often have a long waiting list of approved applicants anxious for a vacancy to come open so they can move in right away. And once they move in, Section 8 tenants are more likely to stay longer than regular market-rate tenants.
Despite clear advantages to investors, it is not easy to get into the Section 8 investing market. There are complexities to the process and mistakes can easily happen. Newbie investors often waste time and money when learning the ropes.
This is why Spofford Enterprises has created a coaching program that equips investors with the in-depth knowledge and tools needed to get started and to help investments thrive. This program is designed for students to gain the in-depth knowledge needed to make effective investments in the Section 8 market.
More to the point, Spofford Enterprises will teach investors how to find, negotiate, and close on high-yield or "cash cow" Section 8 properties. Throughout the entire process, the program will help investors learn how to maximize profits and minimize risk. With the kind of income that these properties can generate, new investors may worry there could be major barriers to entry or that these kinds of opportunities are open only to experienced investors, however Spofford Enterprises created the program specifically for anyone ready to learn.
With the help of this coaching program, both new and experienced investors will learn how to purchase investment properties with little or no money down. In many cases, investors can use someone else’s money. Once the properties are purchased, investors have a monthly passive revenue stream and will begin building equity.
About the Company: Founded in Salem, New Hampshire, Spofford Enterprises offers a wide variety of venture capital services, including operational partnerships. The company oversees investments in commercial and multi-family real estate, private equity funds, a media company, behavioral healthcare businesses, and other innovative ventures; and currently manages a mid-9 figure, mixed portfolio of multi-family and commercial properties.
HARTFORD, CT / ACCESSWIRE / January 31, 2024 / To commemorate the first day of the new 2024 state legislation session, the non-profit group Connecticut Center for Educational Excellence (CTCEE) will be holding an informational rally on Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2024, on the state capitol South Lawn.
With a 36-foot-wide sign as the main attraction and 400 flags planted throughout the lawn, CTCEE plans to provide new and returning legislators a chance to learn why a bill to support Opportunity Scholarships could help 150,000 low-income students in Connecticut achieve their dreams.
Media, legislators, and passers-by will have a chance to pick up learning materials and speak with CTCEE Chief Executive Officer Carolanne Marquis about this unique point in time when the children of Connecticut most need a better way to reach for their goals.
WHAT: Stand Up for Opportunity Scholarships "Day at the Capitol"
WHO: Connecticut Center for Educational Excellence
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2024, from 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
WHERE: Connecticut State Capitol South Lawn, 210 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106
To schedule an interview with CTCEE CEO Carolanne Marquis or policy experts before, after or during the event, please contact Ashley Mancheni at (206) 457-7352 or ashley@zoldakagency.com.
About Connecticut Center for Educational Excellence (CTCEE)
CTCEE is a 501(c)(3) that offers support, leadership, and innovative solutions in partnership with families and communities to ensure ALL CHILDREN receive an excellent education that honors their uniqueness. Last year, CTCEE offered brand-new scholarship support to low-income families’ children throughout Connecticut. CTCEE plans to become leaders for parents, schools and communities that are anxious to make sure all options for excellent educational opportunities are available to our low-income children throughout all of Connecticut. To learn more, visit www.ctcee.org.
Connecticut Center for Educational Excellence Media Contact: Ashley Mancheni (206) 457-7352
VIDAA Kids & Family Hub to be powered by Kidoodle.TV® utilizing its Safe Streaming ecosystem and Safe Exchange Ad Solution
ATLANTA, GA / ACCESSWIRE / January 31, 2024 / A Parent Media Co. Inc. (APMC) and VIDAA USA, Inc. (VIDAA) are excited to announce plans to launch a new Kids & Family Hub on over 25 million VIDAA-powered Smart TVs worldwide, including those by the world’s second-largest TV manufacturer Hisense. APMC’s Kidoodle.TV has been selected to power the hub for VIDAA OS launching mid-2024, setting the stage for a safer and more engaging entertainment experience for children across the globe.
The centerpiece of this collaboration is the upcoming launch of the Kids & Family Hub, powered by Kidoodle.TV, which is targeted to go live on TVs in the spring of 2024. The Kids & Family Hub will provide a secure ecosystem where children can explore their favorite titles, including beloved classics like Paw Patrol, Blippi, Peppa Pig, Dude Perfect, and many more.
To ensure the highest standards of safety and security, Kidoodle.TV will utilize its proprietary Safe Exchange technology to monetize all content within the family-focused area of the TVs. This ecosystem will not only feature content available across all of APMC’s kids and family services, including Kidoodle.TV, Glitch+, and Dude Perfect, but will also incorporate content from third-party services and studios, offering an unparalleled variety of entertainment options for young viewers.
The new kids and family experience is set to launch with an extensive library of over 50,000 engaging and educational videos, making it a go-to destination for children and families seeking high-quality entertainment and building off of VIDAA’s impressive 2 billion hours watched in December 2023*.
"We are thrilled to join forces with APMC to deliver this transformative Kids & Family Hub," said Guy Edri, CEO of VIDAA USA Inc. "Kidoodle.TV has already been among the top performing applications in the children’s category on our platform, so APMC was the obvious choice to power, vet, and monetize this new dedicated and safe space for children of all ages. We believe a content-focused approach, which focuses on the viewer’s needs by creating dedicated hubs, is the right way forward for Smart TVs. And our dedicated Kids & Family Hub is the first step in that direction. Our promise and role at VIDAA is to develop and manage the best Smart TV platform in the world which enables all our content partners to reach the broadest audience possible anywhere in the world. We are not their competitor, but partner that allows them access to tens of millions of households across the world."
"By integrating Kidoodle.TV into the VIDAA Kids & Family Hub, Hisense TV becomes the ultimate destination for the most exceptional family content experience available," stated David Gold, President of Hisense Americas and CEO of Hisense USA. "We understand the significance of providing children with a secure environment on their smart TVs, where they not only can enjoy a vast collection of cartoons, movies, shows, and educational videos, but also be safeguarded from inappropriate content and advertisements. With the introduction of the VIDAA Kids & Family Hub, we are turning this vision into reality."
APMC’s President & CEO, Neil Gruninger, emphasized the significance of this initiative for the company, stating, "Our mission with Kidoodle.TV has always been to provide safe and enriching experiences for children. The Kids & Family Hub represents a major milestone in our journey to create a digital world where kids can explore, learn, and have fun in a secure environment. We are dedicated to ensuring that children have access to some of the best content available, and this opportunity is a testament to a decade of success in the kids and family industry."
With the kids and family hub on the horizon, APMC and VIDAA are poised to redefine children’s entertainment, offering a secure and entertaining experience for kids and families worldwide.
About A Parent Media Co. Inc. & Kidoodle.TV A Parent Media Co. Inc. is a family-based media and technology company focused on providing innovative solutions to consumers and brands, including Kidoodle.TV®, Dude Perfect, Glitch+, and Safe Exchange. Kidoodle.TV is a Safe Streaming service committed to providing children with a safe alternative to stream their favorite TV shows and movies. Available in over 160 countries and territories on thousands of connected devices, Kidoodle.TV provides peace of mind, with every show* vetted by caring people who are committed to Safe and Free Streaming for Kids. Kidoodle.TV is available on iOS, Android, Apple TV, Fire TV, LG, Samsung, VIDAA-enabled Hisense TVs, Chromecast, Roku, Vizio SmartCast Amazon, Jio, Xfinity X1, Connected TVs, HTML5 Web, and many other streaming media devices, including Miko 3. Kidoodle.TV is certified by the kidSAFE® Seal Program and is the proud recipient of the Mom’s Choice Award®, a Stevie® Award, platinum winner of the Best Mobile App Award, and Parents’ Picks Award – Best Elementary Products. Visit www.kidoodle.tv to learn more.
About VIDAA USA, Inc. VIDAA operates as an inclusive Smart TV platform, fostering innovation by collaborating with over 250 brands worldwide, including Hisense and Toshiba. Delivering an easy-to-use, fast, and secure premium user experience with its seamless integration of live TV and streaming apps. Leveraging its global reach, VIDAA assists its publisher and advertiser partners in finding and connecting with a high-value audience through targeted and interactive ads across its platform. The platform’s rich content library features an array of partnerships with industry-leading entities in the streaming world, including global giants such as Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV+, Prime Video, Paramount+, YouTube, and fuboTV. It also includes local partners like Peacock, Tubi, Paramount+, Haystack News in the US, as well as hundreds of others across the globe. With millions of active devices worldwide and significant growth momentum, VIDAA serves as the ultimate success partner for factories, brands, content providers, and advertisers in the Smart TV industry.
About Hisense Since 2001, Hisense USA Corporation, a subsidiary of Hisense Group, has been a leading provider of technology products, encompassing a diverse range of offerings such as televisions, Laser TVs and Cinemas, refrigerators, air conditioners, dehumidifiers, beverage coolers, and freezers. As the Official TV and Home Appliance Partner of the NBA, the company places maximum emphasis on performance, quality, and value, leading to remarkable industry growth and a reputation for producing award-winning products. In 2022, Hisense achieved the notable distinction of being the world’s second-largest TV manufacturer, demonstrating its commitment to both maintaining superior product quality and ensuring exceptional customer experiences.
Nominees for three-year term sought from constituencies reflecting organization’s diverse membership
WASHINGTON, DC / ACCESSWIRE / January 31, 2024 / DirectTrust, a non-profit healthcare industry alliance, standards development, and accreditation body focused on advancing trust in healthcare, today announced a call for nominations for new Board Directors. A volunteer position, DirectTrust’s Directors support the work of the organization with mission-based leadership and strategic governance.
"In a healthcare landscape where the threat of cyberattack or breach weighs heavily on the minds of every stakeholder, trust is paramount. It is the lifeblood of our organization," said DirectTrust Board Chair Katherine Lusk, Vice President of Strategic Partnerships, Texas Health Services Authority. "With this call for nominations, we seek industry leaders and innovators who are passionate about collaboration and committed to our mission of upholding privacy, security, and trust for stakeholders across the entire healthcare and social care continuum."
DirectTrust’s Board of Directors is relatively small and unusually active, working with the CEO on policy, strategy, industry relationships, technological advances, and improving the experience of stakeholders, including consumers, families, payers, and healthcare providers. DirectTrust is committed to developing a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment where all Directors, staff, volunteers, and members feel appreciated for their breadth of experience stemming from diversity in gender, age, race, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation or identity, disability, education, and other differences and experiences.
Nominees for a three-year term commencing June 2024 must be (or become) and remain affiliated with a member in good standing of DirectTrust. They are sought from various industry groups representative of DirectTrust’s membership categories, including:
DirectTrust network service providers
Users of DirectTrust network services
Healthcare providers or provider organizations
Providers of services to healthcare or social service providers
Organizations providing social services that affect health
Payers of health services
Financiers in the health sector
Biopharmaceutical companies
Governmental agencies
Educational or scientific research organizations
Patient or consumer advocates
Participant in a DirectTrust Standards Consensus Body
Letters of interest with bios may be sent to Kelly Gwynn at Kelly.Gwynn@DirectTrust.org. The complete job description can be found here with the deadline for submissions COB March 18, 2024.
About DirectTrust DirectTrust is a non-profit, vendor-neutral alliance dedicated to instilling trust in the exchange of health data. The organization serves as a forum for a consensus-driven community focused on health communication, an American National Standards Institute (ANSI) standards development organization, an accreditation and certification body through EHNAC (the Electronic Healthcare Network Accreditation Commission), and a developer of trust frameworks and supportive services for secure information exchange like Direct Secure Messaging and trusted, compliant document submission.
The goal of DirectTrust is to develop, promote, and, as necessary, help enforce the rules and best practices necessary to maintain privacy, security, and trust for stakeholders across and beyond healthcare. In addition, DirectTrust is committed to fostering widespread public confidence in the interoperable exchange of health information while promoting quality service, innovation, cooperation, and open competition in healthcare. To learn more, visit: DirectTrust.org.
NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / January 31, 2024 / Automobiles, satellites, and home appliances are more reliable, durable, and visually appealing because of the adhesives made at Henkel’s Cleveland, Ohio facility. This manufacturing facility is one of the company’s most important sites for silicone, epoxy, and acrylate production. Running around the clock, five days a week, the highly skilled team at this plant is responsible for manufacturing more than 750 different formulations shipped globally to enable products that make life more mobile, beautiful, and comfortable. Learn more in this segment of #AViewFrom: Cleveland, OH.
Powered by 158 dedicated employees, Henkel’s Cleveland, OH operation manufactures epoxies, silicones, and acrylates for various automotive, aerospace, electronics, and consumer applications. Car tires, satellite control modules, EV batteries, and glass stovetops are just a few of the end products supported by materials from this plant. A dynamic operation, the staff’s know-how, precision manufacturing systems, and leadership ingenuity make Cleveland an inspiring place to work, essential to the markets it serves, and a vital part of the Henkel Adhesive Technologies network.
We have a team that embraces change and challenge. The operational complexity, the depth of knowledge required for what we make here, the impact our materials have on people’s lives… these are big responsibilities. No day is the same, everyone’s ideas are valued, and we are all in it to win. That’s what makes it tough, rewarding, and exciting. Cleveland has a history of solid performance, and we are building a future of greatness underpinned by trust.
Aaron LeGars, Director of Plant Operations
Henkel’s Cleveland site is one of the company’s most historic, having been a LOCTITE® plant since its founding in 1962. It comprises two primary production areas that house nearly 80 pieces of equipment and a team of knowledgeable manufacturing professionals. Now in the midst of a top-to-bottom renovation that includes everything from operational systems to refurbished break rooms, Henkel is committed to ensuring this critical 200,000 sq. ft. site is built for the future, culturally vibrant, and sustainable.
Thomas Pickett, Continuous Improvement Manager, is overseeing much of the transformation, managing operational systems, 5S quality initiatives, and scrap reduction. "We are the North American pilot site for Smart Factory systems, driving overall equipment efficiency, ensuring resource preservation, and reducing waste," says Tom, noting significant progress in these areas. "Since July 2022, the plant’s water use has been reduced by 500,000 gallons annually, and the Cleveland site participates in Henkel’s zero waste to landfill program. We have made great strides, but we’re just getting started. It’s exciting to think about what this facility will look like in the not-too-distant future. I’m thrilled to be a part of it."
A CULTURE OF EMPOWERMENT AND COACHING:
Facility leadership sets the cultural tone, and the management team comprising many new members in Cleveland is empowering. As Human Resources Manager, April Burton-Welch, explains, "Our leadership team will not let us sink, they will not let us float, we have to swim. They coach us through situations, listen to ideas, collaboratively develop solutions, and take full responsibility for the operation. It is refreshing, motivating, and fosters transparency and trust."
DID YOU KNOW:
If you drive a car in North America, you probably have products from Henkel’s Cleveland site in your vehicle – in multiple places!
Adhesives made at the Cleveland plant are used in a variety of unique applications including on the interior, exterior and mechanical features of automobiles.
ecosystem and Safe Exchange
