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A Recent Survey Reveals That Customers Love Interacting With Inspirata’s Products and Team

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A Recent Survey Reveals That Customers Love Interacting With Inspirata’s Products and Team

Oncology informatics company Inspirata recently reached out to several hundred customer sites with an invitation to participate in a Customer Satisfaction survey. The company collected more than 60 responses, representing healthcare organizations varying in size, geography, and the Inspirata product they have been using. 

The survey results reveal a strikingly high percentage of Inspirata customers (92%) who express strong overall satisfaction. Putting this in terms of a well-understood and standardized metric, the company's net promoter score (NPS) stands at 56, which places Inspirata in the 100th percentile of the software industry, according to benchmarks on Delighted.com (a website run by Qualtrics, an industry-leader in market research technology). 

"We are delighted to see such a level of enthusiasm among our customers as we recognize how high an NPS of 56 compares to mainstay brands in healthcare technology. According to recent publicly available data, IQVIA has an NPS of 28, while Epic's NPS is 30. It is very exciting to see Inspirata comparing favorably against some of the largest players in the industry," said Emil Mladenov, VP of Marketing and Strategic Partnerships at Inspirata.

The high ratings can be attributed to customers' strong appreciation of both Inspirata's products and the support the Inspirata team is providing when needed.

On the product side, customers report their teams are experiencing average productivity gains between 45% and 50% from using Inspirata products. Nine out of 10 customers are satisfied with product stability.

"Inspirata's products are deeply rooted in AI and NLP technology that the company has been developing in collaboration with the NCI's SEER program and hundreds of healthcare institutions over two decades. Many other vendors offering AI or NLP still struggle with accuracy and reliability. This is why we are extremely proud to see less than 2% of our customers expressing concerns with the accuracy of our technology. Knowing that our existing customers are getting the results they expect gives us strong confidence when we speak to new customers," said Jesse Turner, VP of Sales at Inspirata.

"While very much pleased to see these results, my team and I are not surprised that customers recognize the accuracy and stability of our technology," said George Cernile, VP of AI and NLP Technology at Inspirata. "These results align closely with the Quality Control (QC) studies that we periodically do with our customers. For example, since the beginning of 2020, over more than 40 QC studies, we see sensitivity of 99% and specificity of 98%, with very little variation - only within several percentage points - across the various sites where our products are installed. That demonstrates successfully scaling the technology across different systems and physicians, which can be a significant challenge for most AI and NLP solutions."

On the customer support side, 96% of customers who had needed help are satisfied with the services provided by the Inspirata team. This is further evidenced by extremely positive quotes provided by survey respondents, such as the following two examples:

  • "I love the level of customer service that Inspirata provides." - A verbatim quote from a user at a Georgia-based medical center.
  • "The customer service has been top notch every time I have needed to contact them." - a verbatim quote from a user at a university hospital in New Jersey.

"We strive for excellence in every single interaction we have with our customers," said Laure Tessier-Delivuk, VP of Operations at Inspirata. "What we see in the Customer Satisfaction survey correlates very well with the feedback we collect after closing every single support ticket. Over the past two years, we've maintained a 4.9 out of 5 for overall level of satisfaction related to how we handle customer requests."

Inspirata has also leveraged the data from the Customer Satisfaction survey to learn about potential product areas for improvement or identify unaddressed customer needs. The company is confident that drawing up action plans to incorporate as many of customers' suggestions as possible would make the next generation of products even more impactful and easier to use.

"The survey gives us access to very interesting data. The good news is that for every feature request made in the survey, we have already managed to add a user story to our product roadmap. Many of these new features or functionalities are on track to be delivered before the end of the year," said Tim Masters, Director of Product Management and Design. 

To learn more about the company, its portfolio of solutions, the decades of work dedicated to refining its AI and NLP technology for clinical data use cases, and the team behind all this, please visit Inspirata.com.

About Inspirata

Inspirata, Inc. helps patients fighting cancer—and the clinicians they trust—to make every moment matter. We are an oncology informatics company that offers several innovative software solutions leveraging scalable AI and NLP in the clinical trial and cancer registry spaces. Refined over two decades in collaboration with the National Cancer Institute (NCI) and used by hundreds of healthcare institutions globally, our proprietary NLP engine is at the heart of Trial Navigator, our growing suite of fully automated clinical trial matching solutions, and E-Path Plus, our industry-leading cancer registry reporting and data abstraction solution. 

Contact Information:
Emil Mladenov
Vice President of Marketing and Strategic Partnerships
[email protected]
+1 813-570-8914


Original Source: A Recent Survey Reveals That Customers Love Interacting With Inspirata's Products and Team

Legacy Suite Secures Online Identity Through Its New Social Media Legacy Program

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Legacy Suite Secures Online Identity Through Its New Social Media Legacy Program
Protecting digital footprint and social media accounts in the digital age

A developer of digital asset management solutions, including password managers and power of attorney, Legacy Suite now offers a social media legacy package for anyone wanting to protect their online identity, deal with legal considerations after death, and provide closure for loved ones in a comprehensive estate planning for protection against social media accounts. 

"In today's digital age, social media has become an integral part of our lives, shaping how we connect with others and share our experiences," Sean Foote, CEO of Legacy Suite, said. "As we create and curate our digital presence, a 'social media legacy' emerges—a lasting record of our thoughts, emotions, and moments captured online. But what happens to this social legacy when we are no longer here?" 

A social media legacy program for social media accounts protects an online identity and ensures a digital footprint that aligns with personal values and wishes. With Legacy Suite, data, digital vaults, and passwords can be managed, stored, and assigned to digital executors, beneficiaries, and trusted contacts.  

"A legacy plan helps safeguard your online persona from potential misuses, such as identity theft or unauthorized access," Foote said. "By designating a digital executor or legacy contact, you can ensure that your social media accounts are handled according to your wishes." 

Since social media accounts contain cherished memories and personal moments, the legacy suite can provide closure for loved ones. "By creating a legacy plan, you can offer your loved ones a chance to access, archive, or memorialize your digital presence, helping them find closure and solace during their time of grief," Foote said. 

More than ever, it is important to restrict digital footprints to maintain control after death. "A social media legacy plan allows you to decide the fate of your online presence, whether it involves deleting your accounts, memorializing them, or handing over control to a trusted individual," Foote said. 

A well-crafted plan can prevent tricky situations concerning content by outlining how accounts should be managed or deactivated. "Without a legacy plan, your social media profiles may continue to appear in search results, friend suggestions, or birthday reminders, causing distress for your friends and family," Foote said. 

There are legal considerations with digital assets being recognized as part of one's estate. A social media legacy plan can help streamline the legal processes involved in settling affairs.  

For more information on safeguarding your future, please visit www.legacysuite.com.  

About Legacy Suite  

Legacy Suite is a complete end-to-end solution providing first-class digital estate planning support, including wallet monitoring and crypto wallets. Legacy Suite is a secure solution for crypto self-custody and password management, which allows you to hold your own keys, set up directives, assign executors, and have peace of mind knowing that your digital assets will safely transfer to your next of kin. 

Contact Information:
Madeleine Moench
[email protected]


Original Source: Legacy Suite Secures Online Identity Through Its New Social Media Legacy Program

Vidatak Adds Transformative Talk-to-Text Captioning Feature to Multi-Lingual Patient Communication Application, VidaTalk

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Vidatak Adds Transformative Talk-to-Text Captioning Feature to Multi-Lingual Patient Communication Application, VidaTalk
Communication is the cornerstone of quality healthcare, making effective communication critical to quality outcomes for patients with communication barriers.


Never miss a word!

VidaTalk is the most comprehensive hospital-based speech and language support solution available. Designed and validated by patients and their providers, VidaTalk is evidence-based and proven to drive outcomes improvement.

Released today, VidaTalk expands its impact, further empowering the most vulnerable patients throughout the healthcare system with its new talk-to-text feature. By providing seamless communication between patients who are hard of hearing and their healthcare professionals, VidaTalk ensures these patients are able to comprehend medical information accurately and effectively.

"Empowering autonomy for patients with speech and language barriers is our core mission," states Dr. Patak, CEO of Vidatak, LLC. "Our Program is unique in that our active, ongoing engagement with our clients allow us to capture best practices from world class healthcare systems across the country and share these with our clients to help optimize their workflow processes and provider education in a way that achieves the patient empowerment and autonomy they envision was possible." 

VidaTalk is not just a solution; it is a change in practice. 

To use the talk-to-text feature, simply tap on the keyboard tab, then activate the microphone by tapping on the microphone symbol. All transcription is performed in real time. No data is stored.

Lisa Spencer, Vidatak's Chief Experience Officer shares her insight explaining, "VidaTalk promotes equitable and patient-centered healthcare experiences for patients who rely on sign language interpreters, and even more importantly, for those patients who lost their hearing and haven't learned signed language."

Talk-to-text has transformed the way healthcare providers engage with their patients who are hard of hearing, improving efficiency, accuracy, mutual understanding and comprehension of care, fostering independence and enhancing relationships. 

Healthcare institutions that embrace and implement such advancements to ensure inclusive and accessible care for their most vulnerable patients - including those with speech, hearing and language barriers - model health equity and are positioned to report the best outcomes and be the most profitable.

Contact Information:
Lance Patak
CEO
[email protected]
(323) 697-9906

Lisa Spencer
Chief Experience Officer
[email protected]
‭(425) 247-4007‬
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Never miss a word!
Never miss a word!

VidaTalk is the most comprehensive hospital-based speech and language support solution available. Designed and validated by patients and their providers, VidaTalk is evidence-based and proven to drive outcomes improvement.

Compatible with most interpreter service vendors.
Compatible with most interpreter service vendors.

Integrate your interpreter services vendor - AT NO COST - for the most a comprehensive language solution always at your fingertips.

Make it easier to achieve better
Make it easier to achieve better

The cost of co-morbidities from ineffective communication will exceed your DRG reimbursement. Accurate communication is necessary to diagnose and treat patients' symptoms. Stop making your patients play charades.

VidaTalk's Extensive Value Proposition
VidaTalk's Extensive Value Proposition

VidaTalk is not just a solution, it is a change in practice. Take advantage of Vidatak's free Program and ongoing consultation to bring best practices to the bedside at your institution today!

Talk-to-Text Feature
Talk-to-Text Feature

VidaTalk's Talk-to-Text Feature is HIPAA Compliant.



Original Source: Vidatak Adds Transformative Talk-to-Text Captioning Feature to Multi-Lingual Patient Communication Application, VidaTalk

Mark Hamill would be fine if they recast Luke Skywalker

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Mark Hamill would be fine if they recast Luke Skywalker

Mark Hamill would be fine if they recast Luke Skywalker with an age-appropriate actor instead of using de-aging/deep-fake.

Before Mark Hamill made his return as Luke Skywalker in Star Wars: The Force Awakens, the last time we saw the character was in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. Given the decades of history that took place between those two movies, it’s only natural that Lucasfilm would want to explore it. We’ve seen bits and pieces of that story play out in The Mandalorian and The Book of Boba Fett with a digital/deep-fake Luke Skywalker, but Mark Hamill told Esquire that it would be fine if they just recast the character with someone age-appropriate.

People say, ‘Oh, now you’re going to be able to do a whole series of Luke post-Return of the Jedi.’ I said, ‘I don’t think so,’” Mark Hamill said. “First of all, they don’t need to tell those stories, but if they do, they could get an age-appropriate actor.” It would certainly cut down on costs, as Hamill added that the digital Luke Skywalker “can’t be cheap.

When Mark Hamill read the script for Star Wars: The Last Jedi, he thought, “Ok, well, that’s it for me.” He then began the process of “disengaging from something that’s been a part of your life.” Of course, he wound up returning as a Force Ghost in Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, but he hadn’t anticipated playing the role again until The Mandalorian came calling. With one of the new Star Wars movies taking place 15 years after The Rise of Skywalker as Rey (Daisy Ridley) attempts to rebuild the Jedi Order, it’s possible that Mark Hamill could return as Luke Skywalker once again, but Hamill isn’t about to confirm anything. “One thing you learn working for Lucasfilm: everything is confidential,” Hamill said. “Everything is confidential. So, if I were involved, I wouldn’t be able to tell you. And if I were not involved, I wouldn’t be able to tell you. So, I don’t know. We’ll all find out together, I guess.

Mark Hamill can currently be seen starring alongside Bert Kreischer in The Machine. Check out a review from our own Alex Maidy right here.

How do you feel about Luke Skywalker being recast for post-Return of the Jedi stories instead of using de-aging/deep-fake?

Originally published at https://www.joblo.com/mark-hamill-luke-skywalker-recast/

Euphoria season 3 may not debut until 2025

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Euphoria season 3 may not debut until 2025

HBO’s Head of Drama Francesca Orsi says that Euphoria season 3 may not debut until 2025 as result of WGA strike.

The second season of HBO’s Euphoria concluded more than a year ago, but fans will have to wait longer than expected for season 3.

HBO’s Head of Drama Francesca Orsi told Deadline that Euphoria season 3 is one of many shows impacted by the WGA strike and may not debut until 2025. “Euphoria is one of those that we had begun writing in tandem with post-production on Idol but at this point, we don’t have countless scripts,” Orsi said. “We can’t start shooting, so the delivery of that show — ideally in 2025 — will be determined on when we can pick back up with Sam [Levinson], who at this point is all pencils down and just finishing posts on Idol.

Euphoria is far from the only HBO series affected by the strike, although Orsi says that it’s still “too early to tell” exactly how previously announced scheduling plans will change. “We were looking at The Last Of Us for some time in 2025,” Orsi said. “And The White Lotus was ideally looking to go in 2024 but there’s some question about timing of the strike.” She continued: “While everything at this moment is pencils down, I’m hopeful that we can come to terms sooner than later. Otherwise we will have to assess what is the end of the 24 schedule, what are the shows that are going to be delivered for 2025. At this point, those shows that I’m looking to air wouldn’t necessarily be ready if this strike last six to nine months. So yes, that’s a big question for us, but I think we’ll cross that road once we come to it.

Euphoria follows a group of high school students as they navigate drugs, sex, identity, trauma, social media, love and friendship. The show has become one of HBO’s most-watched series. Sam Levinson’s next series is The Idol, a drama which follows an aspiring pop idol (Lily-Rose Depp) who, after having a nervous breakdown that causes her last tour to be canceled, resolves to reclaim her title as the sexiest pop star in America and begins a complex relationship with Tedros (Abel Tesfaye), a self-help guru and the head of a contemporary cult. The series is said to rival Euphoria when it comes to shocking content, so I’d imagine that plenty will be turning out to view the series when it debuts on HBO on June 4th.

Originally published at https://www.joblo.com/euphoria-season-3-delayed/

Traumatic Miscarriage Precedes Birth of Baby Girl to Michelle Tang, Co-Founder & CEO of IMA ART Fertility

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Traumatic Miscarriage Precedes Birth of Baby Girl to Michelle Tang, Co-Founder & CEO of IMA ART Fertility
Baby Dylan delivered by world-renowned OBGYN Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi at Cedars Sinai Hospital, Los Angeles

Michelle's traumatic miscarriage and failed IVF treatment in Hong Kong inadvertently prepared her for leading IMA ART Fertility Beverly Hills. The Hong Kong experience honed Michelle's listening skills and to speak to clients with compassion and empathy

Michelle and her husband were among the estimated 15% of couples who experience infertility. For several years, the couple tried to conceive naturally, ultimately turning to a disappointing Hong Kong IVF cycle. During their journey to parenthood, Michelle suffered a miscarriage, loss of a frozen embryo at a clinic in Hong Kong, and a failed embryo implantation. Her first-hand experience in Hong Kong demonstrated the decisive difference in reproductive healthcare standards between Hong Kong and California.

After the miscarriage, Michelle courageously turned adversity to strength, channelling her deep feelings of personal loss into connecting with, and helping others, through their own IVF and Surrogacy journeys. After arriving in Beverly Hills, Michelle sought the help of well known & highly respected Dr Thaïs Aliabadi. Within a few months of the first consultation, Michelle tested positive for pregnancy. 

Dr Aliabadi provided experienced, skilled and compassionate obstetric care during Michelle's pregnancy and delivery. Miranda Ripper, Certified Registered Nurse Specialist in Labor & Delivery - a private nurse working along side Dr. Aliabadi - met Michelle and her husband at check-in and remained by her side through labor and delivery. Miranda's 25 years of clinical expertise in nursing, helped educate, guide, and support Michelle through labor and Dylan's birth. 

The CDC's definition of infertility is not being able to get pregnant after 12 months of unprotected sex. Because fertility in women is known to decline steadily with age, some providers evaluate and treat women aged 35 years or older after 6 months of unprotected sex. In the United States, among heterosexual women aged 15 to 49 years with no prior births, about 1 in 5 (19%) are unable to get pregnant after one year of trying (infertility). Also, about 1 in 4 (26%) women in this group have difficulty getting pregnant or carrying a pregnancy to term (impaired fecundity).

IMA ART understands the process preceding the decision to ultimately seek professional fertility assistance needs time and patience. Michelle knows how stressful & physically draining infertility treatments can be. Patients receive personal treatment protocols addressing their unique needs. The company provides their clients with access to a privately curated network of world-class fertility specialists, reproductive lawyers, psychological assistance and exceptional concierge services. California IVF success rates make it the fertility capital of the world. 

About the Company: IMA ART is a high-value bespoke professional advisory service providing luxury fertility & surrogacy concierge and solutions in Beverly Hills. The company offers an exclusive suite of discreet fertility options geared towards busy high net worth individuals. Learn more at www.imaartfertility.com.

Contact Information:
Ron Sonnenberg
Co-Founder
[email protected]
(424)-284-1408


Original Source: Traumatic Miscarriage Precedes Birth of Baby Girl to Michelle Tang, Co-Founder & CEO of IMA ART Fertility

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3: Karen Gillan shares candid behind-the-scenes vlog of a week in the life of Nebula

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Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3: Karen Gillan shares candid behind-the-scenes vlog of a week in the life of Nebula

Karen Gillan shares a week in the life of Nebula with a behind-the-scenes video of the making of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.

If you need a little more Guardians of the Galaxy to get you through the weekend, Karen Gillan has you covered. The actress has posted a fun 25-minute vlog which takes you through a week of Nebula’s life on the recent Marvel movie set. The video finds Karen Gillan explaining the Nebula makeup process, making her way through the set, and shooting scenes. If you haven’t seen the movie, there are a few spoilery moments, so be warned.

I’ve decided to make this vlog, because I essentially snuck my iPad onto the set of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 and decided to film all of this behind-the-scenes footage, and I totally got in trouble for doing it,” Karen Gillan said in the introduction. “I haven’t really seen that many behind the scenes Marvel things, but I have to assume I have gotten about as close as you can possibly get to showing how you make one of these movies. I took my camera from first thing in the morning, until the last thing at night, over multiple days, of filming. It was meant to be a day in the life but I enjoyed it so much it turned into a week. I hope that you enjoy this sneaky peek into what it’s like spending the week playing Nebula!

Although it’s always possible Nebula could return in future Marvel movies, Karen Gillan has said that Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 is likely the final chapter for her character.

The latest installment of the Guardians of the Galaxy franchise finds our beloved band of misfits settling into life on Knowhere. But it isn’t long before their lives are upended by the echoes of Rocket’s turbulent past. Peter Quill, still reeling from the loss of Gamora, must rally his team around him on a dangerous mission to save Rocket’s life—a mission that, if not completed successfully, could quite possibly lead to the end of the Guardians as we know them.

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 is now playing in theaters, so be sure to check out a review from our own Chris Bumbray and let us know what you thought of the film as well.

Originally published at https://www.joblo.com/guardians-of-the-galaxy-3-karen-gillan-nebula-vlog/

Confirmed Schedule of Events & Sponsors for the 14th Annual Juneteenth NY Celebration 2023 ‘Kaleidoscope of Black Culture’

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Confirmed Schedule of Events & Sponsors for the 14th Annual Juneteenth NY Celebration 2023 ‘Kaleidoscope of Black Culture’

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  • New York City's Premier Three-Day Celebration Showcasing the Abundant History and Impact of African Americans Returns to Brooklyn, NY June 16-18.
  • Participating Partners for the Juneteenth NY Celebration include Airbnb, Atlantic Terminal Mall, Black Restaurant Coalition, Brooklyn Nets, Brooklyn Navy Yard, The Drivers Cooperative, The Home Depot Foundation, Liberty Coca-Cola Beverages, New York Liberty, NY State of Health, PacSun and Visa
  • Official Media Broadcast Partner is WABC-TV, the #1 Station in New York and the Most Watched Local Station in the Country

The 14th Annual Juneteenth NY Celebration - one of New York City's premier and largest annual events commemorating the federally-recognized holiday - is quickly approaching for an exciting and action-packed three-day celebration, kicking off virtually and in-person on Friday, June 16th through June 18th from the epicenter of Black culture and community in Brooklyn, NY.

Juneteenth NY Celebration 2023 is proud to announce their exciting partners and sponsors, both nationally and locally recognized brands, who join in solidarity for the continued efforts to bring awareness and visibility to such an important holiday for Black culture. Juneteenth NY organizers and board would like to thank New York City Mayor Eric L. Adams and his Community Affairs Unit for their assistance and partnership this year. For the entire weekend, transportation to and from all events will be sponsored by our exclusive transportation partner, The Drivers Cooperative (download the app here). Additionally, the Black Restaurant Coalition will be providing food and beverage specials all weekend with special pricing to commemorate the Juneteenth holiday. As previously announced, the official media broadcast partner for the Juneteenth NY Celebration is WABC-TV, the #1 station in New York and the most-watched local station in the country, which includes station-wide media coverage on linear, digital and social platforms.

The Juneteenth NY Celebration was created to empower the Black community, advance the economic and cultural arts in underserved areas, as well as champion small, Black-owned businesses. And this year's sponsors are continuing to enhance the work being done in and around the Black communities in the area and throughout the country. Attendees of the festive three-day celebration will experience the best in Black culture and community with live performances, exhibitions, authentic local cuisine, wellness and other family fun activities. Over the past 14 years, Juneteenth NY has grown and expanded exponentially from a local gathering to a nationally recognized event with this year's attendees expected to reach over 37,000+.

2023 Juneteenth NY Schedule of Events: Friday, June 16th (Day 1)

●  Juneteenth NY Celebration will begin the three-day festivities with a free virtual summit from 9am-6pm with topics and conversations from world-class leaders ranging from education and entertainment to healthcare and financial literacy. To register for the free virtual summit, please visit here.

●  The Celebration of Black Kings Awards Reception, a private event, will be held at the illustrious Brooklyn Navy Yard. During the annual celebration, Juneteenth NY will honor 28 influential male leaders that have made a significant impact in the New York community through their personal and professional endeavors. Hosted by WABC-7 Anthony Johnson, the signature event will feature honorees, musical performances and much more. The Celebration of Black Kings Awards Reception tickets are 2 for $125, please visit here to purchase tickets. All proceeds will go toward the Destiny Helpers Outreach Inc.

Saturday, June 17th (Day 2)

● The annual Juneteenth Family Fun Day Festival is on Saturday at Linden Park/Gershwin Park in Brooklyn, NY, where locals to the NYC community will gather to enjoy a vibrant day of rich culture through music, dance, poetry, skits, local vendors and fun for the entire family! Our official sports partners, the Brooklyn Nets and New York Liberty, will provide kids' basketball clinics and include performances from their professional dance teams. To register for the Family Fun Day, please visit here.

Sunday, June 18th (Day 3)

● On Sunday, the free Grand Finale Rally and Concert will begin at 9am at the Grand Army Plaza entrance of Prospect Park in Brooklyn, NY, where community members, local businesspeople and more will march towards the main stage with a local marching band to deliver engaging speeches, including New York City Council Member Farah N. Louis and Jump-In Enrichment as well as Sean Williams, CEO of Dad Gang. Juneteenth NY Concert will start at 12pm at the Nethermead area. An anticipated 15,000+ attendees will enjoy musical performances, a fashion show, food trucks, field day and so much more family fun. To register for the Family Fun Day, please visit here.

Connect with us on Instagram: @JuneteenthNY; TikTok: @JuneteenthNY; Facebook: Juneteenth Family Day

For those interested in sponsoring Juneteenth NYC, please email [email protected].

About Juneteenth

Juneteenth - also known as "Juneteenth Independence Day" or "Freedom Day" - is a holiday that commemorates the June 19, 1865, announcement of the abolition of slavery in Galveston, Texas, and, more generally, the emancipation of African American slaves throughout the Confederate South. The state official celebration is generally celebrated on June 19th and is now recognized as a national holiday. Juneteenth symbolically serves as a reference point from which to measure and appreciate the progress and contributions made by African Americans to society.

About Juneteenth NY Celebration

Now in its 14th year, the Juneteenth NY Celebration is one of the longest-running events commemorating Juneteenth and the preeminent celebration of the holiday in the Tri-State area. Located in Brooklyn, the first Juneteenth NY Celebration was held in East New York and hosted by George Walker Jr. in 2009 with Umoja Events entrusted to carry on the Celebration in 2011. The Celebration was designed to celebrate and empower the Black community. Each year features a theme that seeks to educate the Black community on its history while also changing the narrative of the devastating impact of slavery.

About WABC-TV New York

WABC-TV has been the leader in local news and entertainment programming in the New York City area for more than 61 years. Producing more than 45 hours of live, local news and weather each week, Channel 7 "Eyewitness News" is the most-watched local news in New York and the United States. WABC-TV also produces "Live with Kelly and Ryan," weekdays at 9:00 a.m., which is seen in more than 200 markets across the U.S. Quality news and programming, cutting-edge technology and ongoing community outreach are the hallmarks of excellence that have consistently kept WABC-TV New York's No. 1 station and the most-watched television station in the nation.

Instagram: @ABC7NY; Twitter: @ABC7NY; Facebook: ABC7NY 

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Contact Information:
LeToya Bacon
PR Manager
[email protected]
9173551770
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Free Country Partners With The Fresh Air Fund to Celebrate National Great Outdoors Month

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Free Country Partners With The Fresh Air Fund to Celebrate National Great Outdoors Month

Free Country, a leading outdoor apparel brand, is proud to announce its partnership with The Fresh Air Fund, a not-for-profit youth development organization, in honor of National Great Outdoors Month. Held annually every June, Great Outdoors Month is a nationwide celebration and invitation for individuals and families to get outside and embrace the beauty of the outdoors.

In alignment with this mission, Free Country will be donating 10% of its sales proceeds to The Fresh Air Fund from Sunday, June 11th, to Saturday, June 17th. This partnership aims to support The Fresh Air Fund's pursuit of providing free life-changing summer experiences in the outdoors to children from underserved communities in New York City. Since its establishment in 1877, The Fresh Air Fund has impacted the lives of more than 1.8 million children, offering them opportunities to explore and connect with nature.

"At Free Country, we believe that the outdoors belongs to all of us. And we want to give everyone the freedom to belong outside, in comfortable clothing for wherever their adventure takes them" said Ira Schwartz, Founder and CEO of Free Country. "By partnering with The Fresh Air Fund during National Great Outdoors Month, we hope to make a positive impact on the lives of underserved children, allowing them to experience the wonders of nature and create lasting memories."

"We are thrilled to join forces with Free Country in celebration of National Great Outdoors Month. This partnership will not only raise crucial funds to support our mission but also shine a spotlight on the importance of outdoor experiences for children from underserved communities," said Lisa Gitelson, CEO of The Fresh Air Fund. "Together, we can unlock the transformative experiences the great outdoors can offer, nurturing the growth, resilience and joy of countless young lives."

To further celebrate National Great Outdoors Month, Free Country will be hosting a month of exciting giveaways. Each Monday in June, three lucky customers from the previous week's orders on FreeCountry.com will be randomly selected to receive a $100 gift card. Additionally, Free Country will run giveaways every weekend on their Instagram page, @freecountryapparel, giving followers a chance to win two $100 gift cards.

About Free Country:

Founded with a mission to provide quality, comfortable outdoor apparel at affordable prices, Free Country has become a trusted brand known for its dedication to outdoor enthusiasts since 1990. With a wide range of stylish and functional clothing for women, men and children, Free Country empowers individuals to embrace the outdoors while feeling comfortable and confident. Headquartered in New York City, the company embodies the spirit of adventure and empowers people to lead a fun, active, outdoor lifestyle, making the outside accessible to all.

About The Fresh Air Fund:

Since 1877, The Fresh Air Fund, a not-for-profit youth development organization, has provided free life-changing summer experiences in the outdoors to more than 1.8 million children from New York City's underserved communities. Young people also participate in year-round leadership, career exploration and educational programs. For more information, visit FreshAir.org. 

Contact Information:
Ramiro Pineda
Director of eCommerce
[email protected]
212-719-4596


Original Source: Free Country Partners With The Fresh Air Fund to Celebrate National Great Outdoors Month

Safety Training Seminars Opens a New CPR & First-Aid Training School in Santa Cruz, CA

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Safety Training Seminars Opens a New CPR & First-Aid Training School in Santa Cruz, CA
Safety Training Seminars, an official American Heart Association© (AHA) Training Center in California, has opened a new training center in Santa Cruz, CA. The new location builds on Safety Training Seminars' reputation of offering flexible, affordable certification paths in CPR, BLS, ACLS, and PALS across California.


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BLS Renewal Courses in Santa Cruz, CA

Safety Training Seminars, an official American Heart Association© (AHA) Training Center in California, has opened a new training center in Santa Cruz, CA. The Santa Cruz CPR training center is located at 1515 Capitola Road, Suite G, Santa Cruz, CA 95062. The location serves professionals in Santa Cruz, Soquel, & Watsonville seeking lifesaving training programs and offers a flexible schedule of daily classes to meet the needs of busy professionals.

Safety Training Seminars' training programs in Santa Cruz include new and renewal certification courses in CPR, BLS, ACLS, and PALS. Each class offers a flexible blend of online learning components and on-site skills testing. All courses are AHA compliant and result in initial or renewal certification. 

ACLS Renewal courses offer initial and renewal certification in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support. Attendees learn about continuous, high-quality CPR and how to administer it correctly. The program is designed for professionals responding to cardiopulmonary arrest or other cardiovascular emergencies. 

CPR & First-aid classes are designed for a wide variety of participants who may respond to emergencies, including teachers, babysitters, grandparents, supervisors, and others. Students learn proper CPR for infants, children, and adults. The courses lead to initial or renewal certification. The course covers choke saving, AED use, bleeding treatment, seizures, EpiPen® administration, burn treatment, and more.

BLS CPR Provider Heartcode courses are offered for new or renewal certification. They help attendees identify and respond to life-threatening emergencies, properly administer chest compressions, perform ventilation, and use AEDs. 

PALS Courses are designed for those working in emergency response, emergency medicine, intensive care, and critical care units. Each course is designed to meet the criteria for initial or renewal certification. Pediatric Advanced Life Support courses help attendees recognize emergencies and administer lifesaving treatments in infants and children. 

"An emergency situation can arise at any time, and our goal is to equip as many Californians as possible with the lifesaving skills and confidence to react when seconds count," said Laura Seidel, owner of Safety Training Seminars. 

Safety Training Seminars has provided crucial courses for certification and lifesaving training since 1989. The woman-owned company offers certification classes in CPR, First Aid, BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, and EMSA Childcare. With over 40 locations across Northern California, Safety Training Seminars provides affordable, flexible training in welcoming classrooms furnished with the most up-to-date training resources and equipment. To learn more about Safety Training Seminars and its locations across Northern California, visit www.bayareacpr.org

Contact Information:
Danielle Bell
General Manager
[email protected]
415-437-1600


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