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UNOS Applauds House Action to Improve Air Transport of Donor Organs

United Network for Organ Sharing

Today, the U.S. House of Representatives approved its 2023 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reauthorization bill, which includes a provision aimed at improving safety and efficiency in the transportation of donor organs through the nation's commercial aviation system. Section 834 of H.R. 3934, the Securing Growth and Robust Leadership in American Aviation Act, requires the Secretary of the Department of Transportation (DOT), in consultation with the FAA Administrator, to convene a working group to develop best practices for the transportation of an organ in the cabin of an aircraft. Before the September 11 attacks, organs – primarily kidneys – were transported within a commercial flight’s cabin, under supervision of the aircrew. Packaged organs were placed in or near the cockpit just before departure and quickly retrieved after landing. The attacks prompted significant changes to airport protocols, including no longer allowing transplant professionals without an airplane ticket to accompany an organ through security. As a result, organs currently travel in the cargo hold. Action by the House promises to review and possibly reverse that long standing practice. “I applaud the actions taken by the House today. I offer my profound thanks to those working with us to make this change a reality, namely Rep. Bruce Westerman and Rep. Greg Stanton from the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, and their colleagues Rep. Tracey Mann, Rep. Dusty Johnson, and Rep. Beth Van Duyne,” said United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) CEO Maureen McBride, Ph.D. “Today’s news is the result of collaborative efforts on behalf of patients waiting for the gift of life, while also honoring generous donors and their families. There is more work to be done as we ensure this legislation is enacted, but this is a critical step.” While not a common occurrence, any logistical delays heighten the risk that an organ cannot be transplanted. The post-September 11 relegation of organs to the cargo hold created challenges navigating cargo hours and cargo lock-out times - the cut-off time for receiving shipments before the scheduled departure of an aircraft. Not all airlines accept cargo, so options are limited for transporting organs by air, especially to areas served by smaller, regional airports. ”Any organ not ultimately transplanted represents a profound loss, both for the selfless donor’s family and the patient waiting,” said Dianne LaPointe Rudow, ANP-BC, DNP, FAAN, President of UNOS. “Our donation and transplant community is called to honor the gift of life, and that commitment includes not only publicly identifying the issue, but seeking substantive solutions to address it. We owe our patients nothing less.” The provision included in the House version of the FAA reauthorization bill is the result of ongoing advocacy by UNOS, Organ Procurement Organizations (OPOs) and other members of the nation’s organ donation and transplant community. Since December of 2022, UNOS has engaged with the FAA leadership, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), the Department of Transportation (DOT), and members of both the House and Senate to pursue this reform. “The organ donation and transplant community rallied behind this cause, knowing that it represents major progress for our patients and selfless donors,” said Jerry McCauley, M.D., M.P.H., Immediate Past President of UNOS. “This change is also a cornerstone of the UNOS Action Agenda, a series of improvements we know will strengthen the U.S. donation and transplant system.” To further reduce risk of delay, damage or loss in organ transport, UNOS is recommending changes in the next contract for the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network that would require the use of physical trackers for unaccompanied donor organs recovered for transplant, and the establishment of a centralized organ tracking system. The Senate Commerce Committee could mark up its reauthorization legislation as soon as next week. The Senate provision would require the FAA to establish regulations ensuring that donor organs transported via commercial flight can once again travel in the plane’s cabin, as opposed to traveling in cargo. “We look forward to supporting the passage of the provision in the Senate Commerce Committee and on the Senate floor,” said McBride. Sen. Maria Cantwell, Chair of the Senate Commerce Committee, Sen. Ron Wyden, Chair of the Senate Finance Committee, and Sen. Ted Cruz, Ranking Member of the Senate Commerce Committee, are supporters of the Senate provision. Actions to move organs back to the airplane cabin and out of cargo were widely endorsed by the donation and transplant community, including the American Association of Kidney Patients, American Foundation for Donation & Transplantation, American Society of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics, American Society of Nephrology, American Society of Transplantation, American Society of Transplant Surgeons, Association of Organ Procurement Organizations, Donate Life America, Donate Life Virginia, Kidney Care Partners, Kidney Transplant Collaborative, National Kidney Foundation, Nationwide Organ Recovery Transport Alliance, North American Transplant Coordinators Organization, Organ Donation Advocacy Group, Renal Physicians Association, Transplant Recipients International Organization, Transplant Families, Transplant Unwrapped, and Waitlist Zero. Congress will need to advance reauthorization legislation before the current FAA authorization expires on September 30, 2023. About UNOS United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) is the mission-driven non-profit serving as the nation’s transplant system under contract with the federal government. We lead the network of transplant hospitals, organ procurement organizations, and thousands of volunteers who are dedicated to honoring the gifts of life entrusted to us and to making lifesaving transplants possible for patients in need. Working together, we leverage data and advances in science and technology to continuously strengthen the system, increase the number of organs recovered and the number of transplants performed, and ensure patients across the nation have equitable access to transplant. Contact Details United Network for Organ Sharing Anne Paschke +1 804-782-4730 anne.paschke@unos.org Company Website https://unos.org

July 20, 2023 11:45 AM Eastern Daylight Time

With ToolsGroup’s AI-Powered Planning, Legami Delivers Customer-Centric Service While Driving Business Growth

ToolsGroup

ToolsGroup, a global leader in supply chain and retail planning and optimization software, is thrilled to announce it has been selected by Legami, the Italian consumer goods company, to support its supply chain enhancement initiatives for heightened customer satisfaction and business performance through greater forecast accuracy and more nimble inventory management. Legami provides a wide array of products, including stationery, journals, calendars, greeting cards, personal care items, and travel and technology accessories. Its network encompasses a range of channels, including more than 40 brick-and-mortar boutiques, 17 shop-in-shops, an ecommerce site, and 10,000 authorized sellers and strategic partnerships with retail chains worldwide. Legami is proud to deliver more than 4,000 quality products to customers across 70 countries. To achieve a customer-centric supply chain, Legami searched for a planning solution that could reduce its network-wide inventory while maintaining and increasing service levels and business performance. This led to its selection of ToolsGroup Service Optimizer 99+ (SO99+). This automated, AI-powered solution includes Demand Planning & Forecasting and Inventory Optimization. With built-in probabilistic forecasting, it interprets demand signals for improved forecast accuracy, supporting demand-driven inventory planning and more granular control of stock levels. This minimizes inventory, reducing the environmental impact of production and transportation, and positions stock optimally to support both customer satisfaction and financial KPIs. “In today’s fluctuating market, competitive organizations are the ones achieving the optimal balance of resources that satisfies customer demand while propelling business growth," said ToolsGroup CEO, Inna Kuznetsova. “ToolGroup’s AI-driven dynamic planning delivers the demand-sensitive inventory management that helps companies identify and realize untapped business potential. We’re thrilled to partner with Legami to power better, faster planning decisions that lower working capital investments, widen margins, and guarantee a superior customer experience.” Learn more about how ToolsGroup’s solutions help consumer goods companies – like Melitta– increase forecast accuracy and profitability HERE. About Legami Legami (www.legami.com) is an Italian company active in the consumer goods industry, with a wide and varied offering that covers multiple sectors: Stationery, Diaries and Calendars, Greeting Cards, Lifestyle, Beauty, Hi-Tech, Travel and Accessories. With a strong emphasis on innovation, aesthetics, materials and production processes, the pillars of Legami’s corporate philosophy are passion, ethics, transparency, integrity, and respect for people and the environment. The creative soul and heart of Legami are in Italy, where all the products are designed and where the majority of the company’s 300+ employees work. Legami has a global network presence: more than 40 small boutiques owned in Italy, the eCommerce channel www.legami.com, 17 shops-in-shops, over 400 corners, 10,000 authorized sellers and strategic partnerships with the most important bookshops and chains in the world. About ToolsGroup ToolsGroup’s innovative AI-powered solutions enable retailers, distributors, and manufacturers to navigate through supply chain uncertainty. Our retail and supply chain planning suites empower a new level of intelligent decision making and unlock powerful business improvements in forecast accuracy, service levels, and inventory - delighting customers and achieving financial and ESG KPIs. Stay in touch with ToolsGroup on LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube, or visit www.toolsgroup.com. Contact Details Meir Kahtan +1 917-864-0800 mkahtan@rcn.com Company Website https://www.toolsgroup.com

July 20, 2023 10:30 AM Eastern Daylight Time

Cybersecurity for Connected Vehicles Is the Next Big Thing

MarketJar

The next major cyber attack may not be directed at your computer or even your bank card. It might be on your car. For over a decade, cybersecurity experts have warned about vulnerabilities in connected cars, which connect to an app, the internet, or an electric charging station. Owners of these automobiles risk having their personal data stolen, having their car hijacked while driving, or even having the power grid into which the vehicle is plugged shut off. EVs have gotten the most attention since they contain more digital components than their gasoline-powered equivalents. However, many modern automobiles have cybersecurity flaws, according to Stephen Meagher, Deloitte's director of new product offerings. Some of the cybersecurity threats involved with autos and charging stations are the same as those associated with ATMs or your personal computer. Someone hacking an EV charging station, for example, could steal your personal information, including payment information, location, or demographic information. Some concerns, though, are particular to vehicles and much more concerning. Hackers, for example, could get access to and control of the car. A 2021 speculative analysis demonstrated how a cyberattacker may short circuit an engine or even pull a car off the road. In 2023, a French hacker team used bluetooth to take control of a Tesla in under two minutes as part of a hacking competition. Then there are the more general concerns, such as gaining access to or shutting down a charging station network or even the central power system. Jim Alfred, general manager of applied cryptography group BlackBerry Certicom, agrees that automakers are aware of the risks and are taking precautions. Alfred and his team at BlackBerry Certicom develop computer protocols that enable safeguard communication channels in connected automobiles, similar to the ones you might find in your internet browser that notify you if a website is secure. Securing vehicles remains a difficult task. There are numerous companies participating in creating, producing, and ultimately deploying connected vehicles and EVs, ranging from equipment and software makers to telecommunications corporations, power companies, and local or national governments. According to Damu Prabhu, a partner in the cyber risk practice at Deloitte, a big part of the solution is to coordinate the cybersecurity effort. Essentially, vehicle cybersecurity is an arms race in which the winner will be determined by who has the most to lose and who is prepared to invest. A Leader in Advanced Continuous Authentication Technology Plurilock Security Inc. (TSXV:PLUR) (OTC:PLCKF) has created cybersecurity solutions that are used by over 600 customers, including NASA, the US Department of Defense, US Special Operations Command, the US Army, Navy, Marines, and Airforce, and has unique AI capabilities capable of identifying malicious behavior in seconds. Plurilock uses behavioral analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) to provide cutting-edge least privilege cybersecurity solutions to its clients. The company's AI system can identify and detect dangerous behaviors in seconds by monitoring individual behavior patterns, providing real-time security against cyber attacks. Plurilock AI is available in three configurations from the manufacturer. Plurilock AI Cloud provides a comprehensive suite of tools to enable least privilege access management across a company's cloud universe, as well as cloud-based data loss prevention (DLP) capabilities; Plurilock AI Cloud DLP combines the AI Cloud with an endpoint agent to ensure least privilege strategies are maintained to protect sensitive data across employee workstations; and Plurilock AI Complete, which connects these capabilities to machine learning (ML) and behavioral biomimetic technologies. Plurilock Security has continued to sign new contracts and renew existing ones, resulting in a year-over-year rise in Q1 revenue of 125%, from C$7 million to $15.8 million. Plurilock 's core AI-driven technology solution received 16 sale orders and contract renewals in Q1, including cross-sell buy orders from two US financial institutions. Moving forward, the company intends to increase cross-selling, streamline operations, adjust pricing to offer competitive rates while increasing gross margins, and advance its M&A strategy by completing accretive acquisitions of businesses in key markets with strong technology assets and extensive customer networks. For more information about Plurilock Security Inc. (TSXV:PLUR) (OTC:PLCKF), click this link or visit their website at plurilock.com. Disclaimer 1) The author of the Article, or members of the author’s immediate household or family, do not own any securities of the companies set forth in this Article. The author determined which companies would be included in this article based on research and understanding of the sector. 2) The Article was issued on behalf of and sponsored by, Plurilock Security Inc. 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July 20, 2023 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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ToolsGroup Launches Dynamic Fulfillment for Real-Time Order Fulfillment Optimization

ToolsGroup

ToolsGroup, a global leader in retail and supply chain planning and optimization software, today announced the launch of Dynamic Fulfillment, a new addition to the JustEnough® retail planning and execution suite. This capability enhances a retailer’s OMS with optimized fulfillment plan throughout omnichannel and ship-from-store networks, reducing costs, improving profits, and ensuring more satisfied customers. “The Dynamic Fulfillment solution from ToolsGroup helps us use data to make smarter, faster decisions to create an even better experience for our customers,” said Paul Kisicki, VP of IT at Zumiez. “The fulfillment optimization logic helps us generate operational efficiencies like reducing split rates and shipping costs while better serving the needs of our customers.” Unlike traditional, rule-based approaches, Dynamic Fulfillment evaluates every fulfillment option and simultaneously optimizes based on costs, margins, resources, and customer SLAs. Dynamic Fulfillment leverages real-time inventory, demand, and operational signals captured by ToolsGroup’s unique dynamic data unification platform, which provides a digital supply chain twin for optimal sourcing decisions. By integrating Dynamic Fulfillment into their existing order management systems, retailers realize benefits immediately upon adoption. Core Benefits of Dynamic Fulfillment: · Reduce actual cost-to-serve by minimizing shipping and labor costs · Increase margins by avoiding forecasted markdowns in stores · Maximize profitability while meeting customer SLAs · Integrate seamlessly with any OMS through API-powered composable architecture · Power faster, more accurate decision-making with real-time data on inventory · Customers report up to 5% reduction in shipping costs and up to 2% margin improvement "Omnichannel fulfillment introduces new complexity into sourcing decisions. The increased size of the fulfillment network – from a handful of centralized fulfillment centers to hundreds of stores – makes it difficult to evaluate every possible option at the time an order is placed," said Inna Kuznetsova, CEO of ToolsGroup. "Our Dynamic Fulfillment solution analyzes hundreds of thousands of fulfillment permutations in real-time and optimizes based on multiple variables, considerably reducing shipping costs and delivering significant margin improvements." Dynamic Fulfillment integrates with the rest of the ToolsGroup JustEnough® solution to deliver unparalleled value and results to retailers around the world. With over 400 customers located in 45 countries, ToolsGroup enables intelligent decision making at the speed of business that transforms retail merchandising and supply chain planning. Customers report a 5% improvement in revenue growth and up to 25% increase in planning efficiency, on top of double-digit reductions in lost sales. Built-in automation cuts the planning workload by up to 90% and helps companies reduce waste by 10-30%. For more information about Dynamic Fulfillment, read our blog on our new release and register for our upcoming webinar. About ToolsGroup ToolsGroup’s innovative AI-powered solutions enable retailers, distributors, and manufacturers to navigate through supply chain uncertainty. Our retail and supply chain planning suites empower a new level of intelligent decision making and unlock powerful business improvements in forecast accuracy, service levels, and inventory - delighting customers and achieving financial and ESG KPIs. Stay in touch with ToolsGroup on LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube, or visit www.toolsgroup.com. Contact Details Meir Kahtan +1 917-864-0800 mkahtan@rcn.com Company Website https://www.toolsgroup.com

July 20, 2023 07:30 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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ACG Acquisition Company aiming "to become a $10bn company within five years"

ACG Acquisition Company Ltd

ACG Acquisition Company Ltd (LSE:ACG) CEO Artem Volynets speaks to Thomas Warner from Proactive London after announcing a $1bn deal to buy two mines in Brazil, backed by some of the biggest names in the mining and automotive sectors. ACG will buy the Atlantic Nickel nickel sulphide mine in Santa Rita and the Mineraçao Vale Verde (“MVV”) copper mine in Serrote as part of a deal that will see ACG rename itself as "ACG Electric Metals." The deal is being funded with contributions from Swiss mining giant Glencore, multinational automotive manufacturer Stellantis, investment company La Mancha and others. Volynets explains the rationale behind the deal, highlighting the benefits of operation in Brazil - a country he describes as a "good jurisdiction." He also reveals more about his longer-term vision, saying that "we want to build a much larger company on the basis of the first transaction. Our vision is to build ACG Electric Metals into a $10bn company within five years through the acquisition of similar mines in similar types of geographies." Contact Details Proactive UK Ltd Proactive UK Ltd +44 20 7989 0813 uk@proactiveinvestors.com

July 20, 2023 06:39 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Revolutionizing vehicle safety with LiDAR technology: exclusive interview with Cepton's Dr Jun Pei

Cepton Inc

Cepton Inc co-founder and CEO Dr Jun Pei joined Steve Darling from Proactive to share exciting news about the company's lidar-based solutions for various industries, including automotive, smart cities, smart spaces, and smart industrial applications. Cepton's patented lidar technology aims to make lidar more mainstream by achieving a balance between performance, cost, and reliability while providing scalable and intelligent 3D perception solutions. Pei mentioned that Cepton has recently been awarded a significant ADAS lidar series production contract with Koito for the General Motors business, and the company is actively engaged with all Top 10 global OEMs. This reflects the growing interest and adoption of Cepton's lidar solutions by major players in the automotive industry. Pei elaborated on Cepton's approach to lidar commercialization, emphasizing the essential role of lidar in enabling advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous driving capabilities in passenger vehicles. Lidar technology provides crucial data for vehicles to perceive and understand their surroundings, contributing to safer and more efficient driving. Contact Details Proactive Investors +1 604-688-8158 na-editorial@proactiveinvestors.com

July 19, 2023 01:51 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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ToolsGroup and Optilon Celebrate 15 Years (and Counting) of Partnership and Supply Chain Delivery Excellence

ToolsGroup

ToolsGroup, a global leader in retail and supply chain planning and optimization software, and Optilon, the leading supply chain solution consulting organization in the Nordics, are proud to celebrate 15 years of partnership, collaboration, and delivery excellence in the realm of supply chain management and software implementation. ToolsGroup, based in Boston with offices in Milan, Barcelona, and Bogotá, has 30 years of experience in supply chain planning software development. The first to incorporate machine learning into supply chain planning, ToolsGroup is no stranger to innovation. With its AI-driven technology, its proprietary probabilistic planning approach, and silo-shattering data unification capabilities, the company continues to be a force for customer-centric innovation. With offices in Sweden, Denmark, and Finland, Optilon helps their customers leverage resources where they generate the most value. Combining world-leading technology with Nordic expertise, Optilon takes a holistic approach to planning and optimization for both retail and manufacturing companies, implementing market-leading solutions and processes. The company has successfully completed more than 1,000 projects, challenging conventional ways of looking at complex supply chains. Together, ToolsGroup and Optilon have transformed the supply chains of over 60 companies, including Absolut Vodka, Thule, and SKF to name just a few from their notable customer list. “Our mission is to help organizations throughout the Nordic region achieve and exceed their business objectives through supply chain mastery,” said Magnus Edberg, Vice President, Strategic Partnerships at Optilon. “ToolsGroup has proven an innovative and dependable partner in bringing that goal to fruition, and we look forward to many more years of partnering to transform our joint customer’s supply chain landscape.” “At ToolsGroup, we are fortunate to have an extensive, thriving network of partners and supply chain specialists,” said Mauro Adorno, VP of Global Alliances. “Optilon has been with us since the inception of our partner program and has exhibited tenacity, expertise, and an admirable collaborative spirit. We’re excited to continue developing this partnership and delivering award-winning solutions and exceptional results to organizations across Europe and across industries.” Learn more about this partnership’s joint success and get the full customer story from Absolut HERE. About Optilon Optilon is a consulting firm that helps its customers use their resources where they are most useful by combining world-leading technology with Nordic expertise in supply chain management. Optilon was founded in 2005 and is today active throughout the Nordic region with offices in Sweden, Denmark, and Finland. www.optilon.com About ToolsGroup ToolsGroup’s innovative AI-powered solutions enable retailers, distributors, and manufacturers to navigate through supply chain uncertainty. Our retail and supply chain planning suites empower a new level of intelligent decision making and unlock powerful business improvements in forecast accuracy, service levels, and inventory - delighting customers and achieving financial and ESG KPIs. Stay in touch with ToolsGroup on LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube, or visit www.toolsgroup.com. Contact Details Meir Kahtan +1 917-864-0800 mkahtan@rcn.com Company Website https://www.toolsgroup.com

July 18, 2023 08:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Summer Vacation Survival Guide: How DoorDash Can Get You Everything You Need to Have the Best Summer Yet

YourUpdateTV

Recently, Lifestyle Expert, Carmen Ordonez conducted a satellite media tour to share tips and innovative solutions to help families plan their summer food prep and make the most of their well-deserved break. A video accompanying this announcement is available at: https://youtu.be/dYbyOc1EI0I Starting June 15th, DoorDash is kicking off its fourth annual Summer of DashPass – five jam-packed weeks of thousands of exciting member-only offers from nearly 200,000 stores nationwide. From food and flowers to grocery and convenience items, to everything you need for swim time, sports games and so much more, getting on-demand access to thousands of deals across the nation to live your best summer yet has never been easier with DoorDash. DoorDash is simplifying vacation meal planning for families, providing convenient and delicious solutions so you can enjoy a fun-filled summer. DashPass is DoorDash’s membership program that offers $0 delivery fees, reduced service fees and member-only benefits on eligible orders – saving members over $35 a month on average**. During Summer of DashPass, DashPass members will be able to access nationwide, thrilling offers from beloved restaurant favorites like Taco Bell, Wendy’s, and Starbucks as well as thousands of offers from retailers and grocers like DICK’s Sporting Goods, Walgreens, ALDI, and more. Below are just a few of the hottest deals and sweepstakes over five weeks, only with DashPass*: Everything You Need for Your 4th of July Celebration | June 29 – July 5 - Free Volcano Burrito or Taco on orders of $15+ at Taco Bell (terms apply). Plus, use code FFXVI when you order from the Taco Bell Volcano menu from 6/29-7/5, get free downloadable content in FINAL FANTASY XVI and get automatically entered for a chance to win a game copy of FINAL FANTASY XVI on the PlayStation®5 (PS5™) - 40% off orders $50+, up to $25 at Sprouts Farmers Market - 30% off orders $15+ (max $10) at Dollar General - 20% off $35+ up to $10 off on all alcohol orders. Must be 21+ to order. Drink responsibly - Spend $5 at 7-Eleven and get a free Slurpee® drink on Friday Dog Days of Summer | July 6 – July 12 - Spend $25, get a free ExtraMostBestest® pepperoni or cheese pizza at Little Caesar’s - $10 off orders $20+ after 10pm at Wendy’s - $20 off orders $50+ at ALDI with the purchase of one ALDI Find Cool Off with National Ice Cream Day and Cool Coffee Deals | July 13 – July 19 - Buy 2, Get $5 off (mix & match) Talenti, Ben & Jerry’s, Breyers, Popsicle, Magnum, Good Humor and Klondike in select stores all week for National Ice Cream Day - $10 off orders $20+ from 12-3pm all week at Starbucks - $6 off orders $30+ at Wingstop, plus exclusive delivery access to a limited time flavor - 50% off all orders of $20+ (max $15) at DashMart - 30% off orders $30+ at RiteAid - 30% off orders $25+ (max $10) at 7-Eleven Spend $5 at 7-Eleven and get a free Slurpee® drink on Friday **Estimated savings are based on average savings for DashPass members and do not include the subscription fees members pay. Plus, throughout Summer of DashPass, consumers will have several chances to win exciting experiences and exclusive items. From music festival passes, to hot summer concert tickets, to epic sports games, to a limited-edition cooler that’ll get you your DoorDash order wherever you are, and more, the greatest summer of all time is all on the app. Visit doordash.com/dashpass to ensure you can access Summer of DashPass and other exclusive perks. *Terms and conditions apply to all offers. **Estimated savings are based on average savings for DashPass members and do not include the subscription fees members pay. About Carmen Ordonez Carmen Ordonez is a TV Host, on-air lifestyle expert and founder of Viva Fashion and AndyO Organics. She's been featured in numerous media outlets including The New York Times, The Today Show, People Magazine and CNN to name a few. In 2015, she lost her 34 year-old husband to Stage 4 stomach cancer leaving her a widow at the age of 31 with a 2 year-old son. Today her goal is to empower other widows and widowers to live a life on purpose. Carmen is newly remarried and resides in Surfside, Florida along with her husband, son and baby girl. Contact Details YourUpdateTV +1 212-736-2727 yourupdatetv@gmail.com

July 18, 2023 06:59 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Minuteman Press Franchise in Cranberry Township, PA Moves to New Location

Minuteman Press International Inc

The Minuteman Press franchise in Cranberry Township has moved to a brand new facility located at 1185 Freedom Road, Cranberry Twp, PA 16066. Rich Coyner has owned the business for six years, while the shop itself has been operating for over 20 years. Rich shares, “Our original location was initially setup to accommodate offset presses and a backroom operation with little retail-facing space. We moved away from the offset press business five years ago and needed a fresh look that allows our customers to see how technology has changed the way we deliver printed services to them.” He continues, “We moved into a larger space that is wide open and enables our clients to see more of our operation and capabilities. Our digital presses are near the front of the store and clients can see how we move a job from print to completion. We also added a larger lobby area with display racks for logo apparel and a display case for our promotional products lines. Our lobby is also wide open and accessible for customers in accordance with ADA guidelines.” Growing the Business When asked how he’s grown Minuteman Press in Cranberry Township since purchasing the business six years ago, Rich highlights the following: “ Diversification / Expansion of Products – When I purchased the business, the focus was only on printing paper products. We have expanded into promotional products, logo apparel, EDDM and direct mail, wide format printing, and more. I eliminated our offset presses, purchased a Xante Envelope Press, added 2 new digital presses and upgraded all of our equipment by purchasing a new challenge cutter, Baumfolder Folding Machine and Graphic Whizard Perf & Scoring machine to ensure we could provide quality products in a timely manner. We also expanded our marketing efforts to pursue promotional products and apparel opportunities from our existing customer base. Acquisition – I acquired an independent print shop that was a few miles north of me and rolled his business into our existing operation. Networking – I am a Board Member on the largest Chamber of Commerce group in the Greater Pittsburgh area – The Pittsburgh North Regional Chamber – and I leverage these networking opportunities and relationships to market my business. Community Welcome Wagon – I’ve also partnered with the local Welcome Wagon business – North Pittsburgh Greeting Co. – who welcomes all new businesses to the area and provides them a list of local businesses and goodies to help them get their business off the ground. We offer 500 Free Business cards and 500 Envelopes as a way of welcoming them to the area and letting them know we can support their printing and marketing needs.” Rich adds, “We have a great team that enjoys meeting the needs of our customers. I know that if I continue to invest in good people, new technology and keep things moving forward, the customers will stay with us. At Minuteman Press, we continue to evolve and strive to get better at everything we do to make sure our customers are happy and satisfied with our work. If we can provide a solution, we do it! And if for some reason we can’t, we’ll point them in the right direction.” Career Change & Franchise Support Prior to buying the business, Rich shares, “I spent over 30 years in the transportation & logistics industry, 20-plus years working in Corporate America for three Fortune 500 companies and the last 12 years running a privately held third-party logistics organization. I knew how to run a company but was not sure what I wanted to do so I became involved in franchise consulting as a Certified Franchise Consultant. I came across Minuteman Press in Cranberry Twp and decided to purchase it. I knew how to run a company but knew nothing about the printing industry, so I did some research and worked with the local SBDC to better understand the industry and its future potential.” Over the past six years, Rich has continued to receive ongoing franchise support from Minuteman Press International. He explains, “Minuteman Press provides a great platform to run your business along with a diverse vendor base to meet just about any needs a customer may have. Their FLEX software is a great tool for managing day-to-day operations and my central facility work is about 35%-40% of my business because we have such great vendors in the Minuteman Press program. I can do more sales with less staff using the central facility model.” Advice for Others As for what advice he would give to other business owners, Rich says, “The best advice I can give is run your business – don’t let it run you. It’s important to not let the business run you as you need to let your employees run the day-to-day and you need to be thinking big picture. Know what you want to be today, tomorrow and the next day – the world does not stand still so if you slow down it will pass you by.” Rich adds, “Also, treat your employees well! Without your team, you cannot meet the challenges of being a successful business owner.” For more information on Minuteman Press in Cranberry Township, PA, visit their website: https://minuteman.com/us/locations/pa/cranberry-township/ Learn more about #1 rated Minuteman Press franchise opportunities and read Minuteman Press franchise reviews at https://minutemanpressfranchise.com Contact Details Minuteman Press International Chris Biscuiti +1 631-249-1370 cbiscuiti@mpihq.com Company Website https://minutemanpressfranchise.com

July 17, 2023 10:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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