If you’re looking to take a deep dive into the greatest decade of horror movies ever, make sure to check out our 80s Horror Memories series.
We’re 10 episodes in our docu-series80’s Horror Memories (a new episode goes live every Monday on our JoBlo Horror Originals channel), and we still got heaps to go. So if you love horror and the 80’s then I would like to invite you to binge-watch our series right HERE.
On a personal level it has been a pleasure producing this mammoth endeavor alongside Producer Berge Garabedian, show-runner Mike Conway, narrator Tyler Nichols and our army of talented writers and editors. And I’d also like to take the time to thank the fine folks at Dark Delicacies for letting use their space for our interviews and of course all of the talent that have appeared on the series thus far to share with us their horror memories from the glorious decade that was the 80’s.
I’m talking the likes of: Greg Nicotero (The Walking Dead), Darren Bousman (Spiral), Steve Johnson (Ghostbusters) Craig Perry (Final Destination), Doug Jones (Hellboy), Eric Red (Body Parts), Patrick Lussier (Scream) and Sandy King (Ghosts of Mars). You can expect new guests to surface in the series as me move forward.
Here’s our series synopsis:
It’s been over 40 years that the decade that shaped the horror movie industry began and having lived through most of those years personally, we at JoBlo/Arrow in the Head have decided to create a documentary series in which we not only cover every nook and cranny of the biggest horror themes from 1980 to 1989 but also what was happening in the world at the time. Join us as we walk down Horror Memory Lane.
You can check out some of our earlier episodes below and again, you can watch them all HERE!
We rank all of Christopher Nolan’s movies. From Memento to Oppenheimer, we rank them all from worst to best.
With Oppenheimer hitting theatres this weekend, it’s time to look at the work of one of the greatest directors of our generation: Christopher Nolan. A caveat – our Christopher Nolan movies ranked list is just one person’s opinion, and his work is divisive. Everyone has their favourites (and least favourites), so I’m hoping this ranking will open up some discussion in the comments below. We do not include Following in this list, as it’s not feature-length (only seventy minutes) and can’t be put on the same level as his other work – although it’s an interesting curio. Also, note that this list ranks all of his movies from worst to best, so if you don’t see your favourite film of his right off the top, don’t panic!
Insomnia
In my mind, Christopher Nolan has never made a bad movie. So, when I say one of his movies is his “worst,” that doesn’t mean it’s actually bad. Insomnia is based on a tremendous Norwegian film that stars Stellan Skarsgård in the lead, and I think his performance is slightly better than Al Pacino’s here. That said, Robin Williams gives a genuinely unnerving performance as the movie’s antagonist, and it also has gorgeous cinematography by Wally Pfister. It’s just that – at least compared to other films on this list – it’s the one that feels the most like an assignment.
Interstellar
One of Nolan’s most ambitious efforts, Interstellar is brilliant at times and annoyingly conventional at others. For me, the movie works wonderfully when Nolan is attempting to make his variation on 2001: A Space Odyssey. But I’ve never liked the side plot where Matt Damon is found marooned and becomes an antagonist. A movie like this doesn’t need a “bad guy.” However, Matthew McConaughey is terrific in the lead, and the cinematography by Hoyte van Hoytema is a revelation.
Tenet
I found this movie utterly incomprehensible when I saw it in theatres, due mainly to the atrocious sound mix. Throughout his career, Nolan has taken a lot of heat for not having clear dialogue, and he went overboard with the mixing here, as it obscured an already tough-to-decipher plot. It made me quite angry when I saw it the first time, but I enjoyed the movie more when watching it at home – with subtitles. Like all of his films, it’s visually arresting, and the score by Ludwig Göransson is a winner. Nolan has always been inspired by the James Bond franchise, and his two heroes in this one, John David Washington and Robert Pattinson, are likely the closest we’ll ever get to seeing how Nolan would tackle that series (although then again – who knows?). Also worth noting, Nolan must have taken the audio criticism to heart because all of the dialogue in Oppenheimer is clear as a bell.
The Dark Knight Rises
I enjoyed Nolan’s divisive end to his Dark Knight trilogy, even if it couldn’t help but pale compared to its predecessors. Tom Hardy’s Bane is a bit of a letdown as a villain, at least compared to Heath Ledger’s Joker, but I still think it serves as a satisfying end to the franchise. It’s also the first movie where Nolan’s sound mixes became problematic, and I’ll never forget how hard it was to figure out what Bane was saying the first time I saw the opening action sequence when it was attached as a teaser to IMAX showings of Mission Impossible – Ghost Protocol.
Memento
I know this will be a controversial place for the movie that put Nolan on the map. Structurally, it’s brilliant; I just personally don’t think it holds up to repeated viewings as much as other movies on this list. Even still, it’s pretty audacious filmmaking, and one can see that this immediately made him a superstar director.
The Prestige
This one has always been the most underrated movie in Nolan’s filmography, as Disney’s Touchstone didn’t position it as the event it would have been had it come out just a few years later. Hugh Jackman gives the performance of his life as one of two duelling illusionists who have a rivalry over a teleportation trick that leads to devastating moral consequences for both men. This is one of Nolan’s movies that gets better every time you watch it, with Christian Bale’s performance a bit of a puzzle that only really comes together on its second viewing. This also has one of my favourite bits of Nolan casting ever – David Bowie as Tesla.
Batman Begins
Nolan started to reinvent the superhero saga with this, and I remember, when I first saw it, thinking it had more in common with epic adventure movies like The Last Samurai or Gladiator than anything else I’d seen. To me, it paid off, and Christian Bale makes for an iconic Caped Crusader, while Michael Caine will always be my favourite Alfred.
Dunkirk
This one seems divisive, as some think Nolan’s WW2 movie is too thinly plotted. To me, they’re missing the point, as this is supposed to be a raw experience that puts you in the shoes of the various soldiers participating in the evacuation of Dunkirk. It’s his shortest movie since Following, and it can’t be beaten on a technical level. Tom Hardy has one of his best roles as a heroic RAF fighter pilot, acting almost completely with his eyes until the final shot.
Oppenheimer
When it was announced that this would be a three-hour biopic of Robert Oppenheimer, people cracked wise on Twitter that it would just be three hours of men talking in rooms. And you know what – it is. But Nolan knows precisely how to make a movie like this, and it’s one of the tightest, most explosive three-hour dramas you’re ever likely to see. This is genuinely epic filmmaking and a masterpiece on every level, featuring perhaps Nolan’s best-ever cast. Cillian Murphy is brilliant as a man who shaped the modern world, for better or worse, while Robert Downey Jr gives his best performance since Iron Man in a critical supporting role.
Inception
What else can be said about one of our generation’s best science fiction movies? It’s the movie that proved a dazzling action movie can be just as challenging as an indie and still make hundreds of millions of dollars. It also boasts one of my favourite musical scores of all time, with Hans Zimmer’s work career-defining.
The Dark Knight
But, as good as Inception is, to me, Nolan’s masterpiece will always be The Dark Knight. It’s still the best superhero movie ever made, and I firmly believe it belongs in any serious conversation about the best movies ever made. It’s thematically rich and features one of the most outstanding modern performances, Heath Ledger’s Joker. Fifteen years later, it’s still the tentpole movie every would-be blockbuster wants to be.
Footage has arrived for the latest The Walking Dead spin-offs, focusing on Daryl Dixon, Michonne and Rick Grimes.
The walking dead are about to trek even farther, as the first teasers for two spin-off series – The Ones Who Live and Daryl Dixon – have arrived, building on the ever-expanding universe of the franchise.
In the teaser for The Walking Dead spin-off The Ones Who Live, we see Michonne (Danai Gurira) in silhouette, wielding her beloved katana as she moves towards the screen, a voiceover going, “I’ve been out there a long time…I lost someone years ago…And then things changed…I found out he’s alive.” Mixed with just a touch of action and a glimpse at Andrew Lincoln’s Rick Grimes. Michonne, who debuted in the season two finale “Beside the Dying Fire”, would go on to become one of the most respected characters in the entire series. The show will also feature Pollyanna McIntosh as Jadis. The Berts (Amber Templemore-Finlayson and Katie Ellwood – who helmed episodes of Hawkeye and Our Flag Means Death) are set to direct the first episode.
As for Daryl Dixon, this The Walking Dead spin-off will obviously center around Norman Reedus’ character, who we see wash ashore in France, setting off the events of the series, which will find him trying to find out how he got there while also being hunted. Based on the teaser, we can see why Reedus said that the show will be “f*cking epic.” It was announced at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con that the show has already been renewed for a second season even though the show has yet to premiere.
Both The Walking Dead spin-offs look to have a lot of potential to be hits with the fanbase, which has been spoiled with content. The first spin-off, Fear the Walking Dead, came out while the original series was still on the air, while limited series World Beyond, anthology series Tales of the Walking Dead and Dead City – which focuses on Maggie and Negan – followed.
While no release date has been announced for The Ones Who Live, it will arrive next year. Daryl Dixon, meanwhile, is set for September 10th.
Are you looking forward to The Walking Dead spin-offs? Which captured your interest the most? Let us know in the comments section below!
Glidewell Receives PDAC-Approval for Silent Nite Sleep Appliance, Making It the Second Silent Nite Appliance Eligible for Medicare Reimbursement Using Code E0486
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., July 27, 2023 (Newswire.com)
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Glidewell announced today that its signature mandibular advancement device (MAD), the Silent Nite® Sleep Appliance, is now eligible for Medicare reimbursement under code E0486. This new benefit makes treatment more accessible to patients who suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), characterized by repeated obstruction of the upper airway.
In the U.S., more than 60 million people are enrolled in Medicare,1 and many Medicare recipients may suffer from OSA. Research suggests that more than half (56%) of people aged 65 or older have a high risk of OSA.2 This condition is associated with wide-ranging adverse effects, including cardiovascular disease, cognitive dysfunction, depression, metabolic syndrome, motor vehicle accidents and diminished quality of life.3
Introduced in 1996, the Silent Nite Sleep Appliance treats snoring and OSA by gently shifting the lower jaw forward in a therapeutic position during sleep, which activates the airway muscles and ligaments to prevent the airway from collapsing. The appliance is flexible, thin and designed to be comfortable for all-night wear.
"We're thrilled that the Silent Nite Sleep Appliance is now available to treat Medicare-enrolled patients diagnosed with OSA," said Glidewell Founder and President Jim Glidewell, CDT. "It's a tribute to our world-class R&D and preventive care teams, who continue to steadily advance the dental sleep medicine landscape. We're committed to making oral appliance therapy more practical for clinicians — so they can improve the lives of their patients."
Clinicians in this space desire appliances that are effective, affordable and PDAC-approved. The Silent Nite appliance encompasses 27 years of clinical success, and it's Glidewell's most affordable sleep appliance.
Key features of the Silent Nite MAD:
PDAC (Pricing, Data Analysis and Coding) contractor-verified for Medicare reimbursement: Code E0486
Fast turnaround time of only three days in the lab
Backed by a three-year warranty
Low cost increases access to care
Each case includes extra connectors, in various sizes, and an AM Aligner® to aid patients in exercising and realigning the jaw after nighttime mandibular advancement
This is the second PDAC-approved option in the Silent Nite portfolio. In 2022, the Silent Nite with Glidewell Hinge™ was introduced as part of Glidewell's family of sleep solutions. The company currently offers accredited continuing education courses to help dentists successfully integrate dental sleep medicine into their practice.
To learn more about the Silent Nite appliance or to receive information about the Glidewell Clinical Twinpak™, which provides significant savings on a duplicate MAD to ensure uninterrupted treatment, call 800-407-3326 or visit glidewell.com/silent-nite.
2. Institute for Healthcare Policy & Innovation, University of Michigan [Internet]. Ann Arbor (MI): Regents of the University of Michigan. OSA in older adults: often present, seldom investigated; 2018 May 10 [cited 2023 Jul 20]. Available from: https://ihpi.umich.edu/news/osa-older-adults-often-present-seldom-investigated.
3. Braley TJ, Dunietz GL, Chervin RD, Lisabeth LD, Skolarus LE, Burke JF. Recognition and diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea in older Americans. J Am Geriatr Soc. 2018 Jul;66(7):1296-1302.
AM Aligner is a registered trademark of Airway Technologies, LLC.
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HARLEM, N.Y., July 27, 2023 (Newswire.com)
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Harlem Dowling-West Side Center for Children and Family Services and Biz Markie's Just A Friend Foundation proudly announce a groundbreaking collaboration to establish Biz Markie's Emergency Food Pantry, a vital resource aimed at alleviating food insecurity in the community. The food pantry will be open to the public every Friday, providing needed support to individuals and families facing hardships. The partnership between two esteemed organizations, renowned for their commitment to empowering communities and enhancing lives, marks a significant step in addressing the urgent needs of those affected by food insecurity in the greater New York area.
**About Harlem Dowling-West Side Center for Children and Family Services**
Harlem Dowling-West Side Center for Children and Family Services has been a pillar of hope and support for vulnerable children, families, and individuals since its establishment in 1836. Through a wide range of programs and services, the organization aims to build stronger communities, foster resilience, and create opportunities for growth and success.
**About Biz Markie's Just A Friend Foundation**
Biz Markie's Just A Friend Foundation, inspired by the late rapper and humanitarian, Biz Markie, continues his legacy of giving back to communities. The foundation is dedicated to improving the lives of individuals through initiatives that address hunger, education, and health disparities.
*Biz Markie's Emergency Food Pantry: A Lifeline for the Community*
2139 Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. Blvd, New York, NY 10027
Biz Markie's Emergency Food Pantry is set to open its doors on Friday, 8/11, the same day the late icon's biopic/documentary, All Up In The Biz is being released on Showtime. The pantry will operate every Friday from 12 p.m.-2 p.m., serving as a reliable source of nutritious food for those facing economic hardship.
"We believe that no one should go hungry, and through Biz Markie's Emergency Food Pantry, we aim to make a tangible difference in the lives of our neighbors," stated Karen Dixon, the Executive Director of Harlem Dowling-West Side Center for Children and Family Services.
"This collaboration with Harlem Dowling-West Side Center is an extension of Biz Markie's vision to bring communities together, and we are honored to be part of this endeavor," said Tara Hall, Executive Director of Biz Markie's Just A Friend Foundation.
**How to Get Involved**
The success of Biz Markie's Emergency Food Pantry relies on the support of caring individuals and organizations. To join in the effort to combat food insecurity, community members can contribute by volunteering their time or making donations to help sustain the pantry's operations.
For volunteer opportunities or to make a contribution, please visit our website.
**Media Contact**
For media inquiries, interviews, or more information about Biz Markie's Emergency Food Pantry, please contact:
TORONTO, July 27, 2023 (Newswire.com)
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The travel app Visited by Arriving In High Heels Corporation has published over 40 lists of the most popular destinations worldwide based on over 1.76 million international users. The travel lists include the most popular destinations in categories ranging from the most visited natural wonders to top adventure travel spots and the most popular iconic architecture sites.
Visited, available on iOS or Android, allows users to discover unique travel destinations, plan dream getaways, mark off where they've traveled, and get customized travel maps and stats. In addition, users can track their travel progress and see how they stack up against other international travelers in the Visited app.
Visited has released top travel destination lists, which include the most visited places, ranked in each category. The travel lists span the following categories:
Top Natural Wonders
Geysers
Glaciers
Rainforests
Hot air balloon destinations
Ocean/seas
Bird watching destinations
Most Popular Stadiums
FIFA World Cup venues
Baseball stadiums
NBA stadiums
NFL stadiums
NHL stadiums
IndyCar Series
Olympic stadiums
Top Specialty Travel Destinations
Budget destinations
Eco tourist destinations
Zoo and aquariums
Observatories
Nightlife destinations
Romantic spots
Top Transit Destinations
Subways
Train journeys
Biking destinations
Most Visited Festivals
Music festivals
Festivals
Popular Adventure Travel Locations
Horseback riding
Best places to see murals
Film locations
Ziplines
Top Historic Locations
Historic battles and memorials
Lost Cities
Famous homes
Forts
Best Parks to Visit
Amusement parks
Famous parks
Golf destinations
Gardens
Top Landmarks
Famous lighthouses
Famous theaters
Famous cemeteries
Top sailing trips
Famous city halls
Famous markets
Famous theaters
Famous clocks and clock towers
Most Visited Iconic Architectural Spots
Architectural cities
Views from above
To browse more top travel lists, see the most popular destinations, create travel bucket lists, and access a personalized travel map, users can download Visited on iOS or Android.
Get the full Visited 2022 travel report for more travel stats with the most visited destinations based on U.S. and international travelers. To learn more about the Visited Map App, visit https://visitedapp.com.
ATLANTA, July 27, 2023 (Newswire.com)
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American Medical Administrators, Inc., (American Medical), a new and innovative healthcare services company focused on the development and commercialization of providing greater access to healthcare for underserved communities across America, announced today Doctor James Poindexter, M.D. has joined the company as the head of Vascular Surgery at American Medical Georgia. Georgia Vascular Specialists, PC., was one of Atlanta, GA's oldest and largest independent office-based vascular laboratories.
"American Medical has not only provided a path for me to remain an independent physician but to regain control of my practice. Their revenue cycle management team not only solved my billing and collections issues but immediately resulted in an increased collections rate of 30%. They infused capital resources, added an administrative team, and expanded my practice capabilities so that I can better care for my patients," said Dr. James Poindexter.
"Dr. Poindexter is a classic example of how independent practices are being smothered and challenged by the ever-growing influence of large hospital systems. Georgia Vascular's Dr. Poindexter is a legend in the vascular surgery world, having given over 35 years of his life to his practice and patients. American Medical has taken a great burden off Dr. Pondexter's shoulders so he can now practice medicine as he originally intended," says Dr. Abdullah Arshad, American Medical's COO.
About American Medical
American Medical Administrators, Inc. is a vertically integrated healthcare system committed to empowering physicians and clinicians with efficient state-of-the-art diagnostic and therapeutic tools to provide all patients in their local communities access to advanced, affordable, and comprehensive care. American Medical offers walk-in urgent care services combined with traditional family practice medicine and multi-specialty ambulatory surgical services. AMA is a physician-driven company designed with a patient-centric model, with the simple goal of providing the best healthcare quality in the 21st Century. AMA championed the concept that Superior Patient Outcomes can be Driven by Innovative Technology.
For additional information about American Medical, please visit AMadministrators.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
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Some cliche somewhere said that ‘a picture is worth a thousand words.’ This has proven to be the case for me and especially when it comes to fan art. I have always sought out great fan art and have wanted to share it with as many people as possible. “Awesome Art We’ve Found Around The Net” is the outlet for that passion. In this column, I will showcase the kick-ass artwork of some great artists, with the hopes that these artists get the attention they deserve. That’s the aim. If you have any questions or comments, or even suggestions of art or other great artists, feel free to contact me at any time at [email protected].
AMSTERDAM, July 27, 2023 (Newswire.com)
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Otrium, the digital fashion outlet tackling the industry's growing challenge of excess inventory, has appointed Zuhairah Washington as its new global CEO. Max Klijnstra, co-founder, will serve as Chief Sustainability & Growth Officer, aligning business growth with the outlet's mission to connect its millions of customers with the world's leading premium brands to ensure that all clothing that is produced is worn.
After joining the company as President and Chief Operating Officer in 2021, Washington will drive international growth and oversee all aspects of Otrium's global operations - product, engineering, sales, marketing, logistics, expansion, legal, finance, and people functions. Under her leadership, Otrium will focus on charting a path to profitability in Europe and further scaling growth in the U.S. In 2022, Otrium's U.S. members grew at a speed of 500%.
Washington says, "I feel extremely fortunate to lead a company that provides consumers of all socioeconomic backgrounds with access to the world's top premium fashion brands at affordable price points in pursuit of a larger mission - ensuring that all clothing that is produced is worn. As one of the few African-American female CEOs in tech leading a global fashion marketplace, I'm especially proud that we are building the next phase of Otrium with an executive leadership team that is 40% women, of which 100% are women of color."
Otrium partners with fashion brands to fix the costly environmental and economic challenges of excess inventory by offering a seamless way to open their own digital outlet channel. Otrium handles the complete e-commerce experience, from photography to fulfillment and shipping and after care. The company uses machine learning and proprietary technology to determine merchandising and surface product discovery. Otrium currently offers over 300 fashion brands on its platform.
Co-founder Max Klijnstra will drive Otrium's marketing strategy and sustainability goals, further embedding its mission across the business. "Globally, an estimated 92 million tonnes of textile waste is created each year and ends up in landfills. Otrium was founded to help reverse this trend. We envision a future where every piece of clothing produced is worn. As Otrium's business grows, we will continue to help decrease the number of garments ending up in landfills. I want to keep personally driving this type of change forward for Otrium and for the industry," addedKlijnstra.
Co-founder Milan Daniels will continue to scale and foster the platform's global brand partnerships, including Tommy Hilfger, Donna Karan New York, Filippa K, Scotch & Soda. Daniels says, "Max taking on the role of Chief Sustainability & Growth Officer will enable us to bring these topics more into focus across the entire business. Combined with Zuhairah - who is an exceptional leader, one that shares mine and Max's ambitions for Otrium - taking the role of CEO, and each of us assuming our dedicated roles, the executive team has never been better placed to make Otrium one of the world's leading end-to-end outlet fashion platforms."
Otrium serves over 20 markets across Europe and the U.S. from three logistics hubs in the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, and the United States. At the heart of the company's success is a diverse and global team, representing over 30 nationalities.
In June 2023, Otrium published a first-of-its-kind comprehensive analysis of the avoided carbon emissions and waste of modern off-price business models with the support of climate tech start-up, Vaayu. To explore the findings, experience Otrium's interactive 2022 Impact Report here.
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ABOUT OTRIUM
Otrium is a purpose-driven digital fashion outlet that envisions a world where all clothing that is produced is worn. Otrium champions a technology-led approach, connecting a growing global community with excess stock from leading brands thereby empowering consumers to reduce industry waste, giving fashion brands a lasting presence and the fashion industry a new consciousness. Brand partners that have joined Otrium include Reiss, Belstaff, APL, All Saints, FARM Rio, Faherty, and Diane von Furstenberg. The company was founded in Amsterdam in 2017 and launched in the U.S. in October 2021. Otrium was named one of the world's innovative fashion companies in Fast Company magazine's annual 2023 list.
Company Expands Mask Product Line Approved for Medical Settings
MOUNT VERNON, N.Y., July 27, 2023 (Newswire.com)
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Bona Fide Masks Corp., part of the Ball Chain Manufacturing Co. Inc. (Ball Chain) family of companies, announced the expansion of its N95 respirator face mask offerings, signing an exclusive U.S. distribution agreement with noted mask manufacturer Guangzhou Harley Commodity Co., Ltd. (Harley). Under the deal, Bona Fide Masks Corp. will serve as the sole U.S. distributor for all Harley surgical N95 models, which are NIOSH- and FDA-approved for use in medical settings.
Bona Fide Marks® has offered Harley mask products since 2020 and became an authorized U.S. distributor in 2021. In 2022, Harley granted Bona Fide Masks exclusive distribution rights for its KN95 masks in the U.S. and Canada. The current exclusive distribution agreement covers all Harley surgical N95 models, including the S-108, S-188N and S-288S, bolstering Bona Fide Masks' position in the marketplace as The Trusted Source™ for authentic protective masks. Featuring liquid barrier protection, Harley's surgical N95s are both NISOH- and FDA-approved, making them suitable for use in medical settings such as doctors' offices, urgent care facilities and dental practices.
"Bona Fide Masks is honored that established mask manufacturer Harley has chosen us to market their surgical N95 masks in the U.S. As a family-owned and -operated company, we value our direct relationship with Harley, which enables us to promote the highest level of supply chain integrity and transparency. Our customers, especially those in the healthcare sector, can purchase Harley surgical N95 masks with confidence," said Bona Fide Masks Corp. President Bill Taubner.
Vivian Tang, Marketing Officer and Export Officer at Harley, states, "We are thrilled to have Bona Fide Masks represent our surgical N95 product line in the U.S. We urge our customers to purchase directly from www.bonafidemasks.com. Bona Fide Masks has an unparalleled business model, providing the highest level of supply chain integrity, with ongoing testing and vetting of partners and their masks."
More about Ball Chain Manufacturing Co., Inc. and Bona Fide Masks Corp.:
Bill Taubner, the current company President, honors his great-grandfather and grandfather who started Ball Chain Manufacturing Co., Inc. (Ball Chain) in a small garage behind their home in the Bronx, NY. The company has been family-owned and -operated since 1938. Ball Chain is now the world's largest manufacturer of ball chains (www.ballchain.com), seen on military dog tags, ceiling fans, handbags, and light pulls, among many other goods. The company manufactures more than 3 million feet of product per week at its Mount Vernon, New York, factory (all ball chains are made in the USA). Ball Chain is the exclusive supplier to the U.S. military for the iconic dog tag ID necklace worn by U.S. servicemen and women, and the company takes tremendous pride in everything it does.
Originally a division of Ball Chain, Bona Fide Masks Corp. handles warehousing and distribution with precision and purpose, systematically employing proven, regimented processes and protocols to assure quality products, as supply chain security and transparency are its highest priorities. In this regard, Bona Fide Masks is proud to issue statements of authenticity, providing further confidence to its customers and reinforcing its commitment to supply chain integrity and providing high-quality masks and protection.
