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April 04, 2023 06:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time
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News ReleaseDataWeave Releases 2023 eCommerce Petcare Report: Pet Food Stock Availability Rallies, Along With Growth
DataWeave
Stock Availability shot up from 52% in 2021 to 76% in 2022 Discounting rose sharply in 2022 from 2021 levels Top 3 pet food brands account for half of all share of eCommerce search results Some signs of a swing from shortage to inventory overstock DataWeave, a leading provider of Competitive Intelligence and Digital Shelf Analytics for consumer brands and retailers globally, released its 2023 Petcare eCommerce Report: how brands can leverage digital shelf analytics to grow their sales and market share profitability. The report provides a data-rich overview of the online petcare market, with stock availability, discounting, and online search trends across retailers and brands. DataWeave analyzes price changes and assortment composition by brand and retailer in light of market dynamics and fluctuating macroeconomic environments. Analyzing thousands of leading brand petcare SKUs, the report offers insights into the current state of the online pet food market as global supply chain pressures have eased. DataWeave’s 2023 Petcare eCommerce Report indicates dramatic year-over-year shifts in product availability, a signal that Covid-driven supply chain challenges not only lifted but swung into reverse across brands at about the same time. “Our analysis on these aspects of nationwide online petcare availability provides insight into how quickly the supply chain has bounced back from the pandemic crisis. This has amounted to a significant 24 percentage point rise in availability, and, it could be said, in some cases brands being overstocked,” said Karthik Bettadapura, CEO of DataWeave. “Our report on the eCommerce petcare sector makes the connection between these greatly improved stock levels, discounting, and share of search.” The 2023 PetCare eCommerce Report analyzes prices across all products in the petcare category, finding that discounting strategies across brands are quite divergent, with some of the top brands operating within a limited range of discounting while other brands priced their products at the extreme ends of the spectrum. The report also looks into differences between dog and cat food availability, with some surprising findings indicating clear consumer preferences. Almost half the share of products in the top 10 search results for relevant non-branded search keywords in 2022 were held by the top three brands, Hill’s Pet, Mars and Nestlé, the report found. Data analysis also revealed that several new, small-scale brands recently entering the market are gaining more share, including Chicken Soup for the Soul, Justfoodfordogs, Stella & Chewy’s, Tiki, Victor, and Open Farm. “As one of the largest categories in CPG eCommerce, petcare brands increasingly need to build a holistic approach to winning online,” said Krish Thyagarajan, President and COO of DataWeave. “With the tight consumer market we’re experiencing, this includes keeping an eye on their online presence and benchmarking their performance against competitors every single day. We see our 2023 Petcare eCommerce Report as a view into the highly dynamic nature of the online petcare market as inflation continues to dominate the consumer mindset, while informing brands and retailers in the industry on best practices.” Report Methodology To come to its findings, DataWeave tracked the data of 5,000+ SKUs to analyze stock availability and discounts, and 100,000+ SKUs to analyze the share of search for leading petcare brands in the U.S. The timeline of the analysis spans October to December of 2021 and all of 2022 to capture the state of the market during the more dynamic holiday seasons. DataWeave is an SaaS-based digital commerce analytics platform that provides competitive intelligence to retailers and digital shelf analytics to consumer brands globally. With DataWeave, retailers can make smarter pricing and merchandising decisions while consumer brands can optimize their digital shelf for KPIs like share of search, content quality, price competitiveness, and stock availability. DataWeave’s AI-powered proprietary technology aggregates and delivers actionable eCommerce insights across 500+ billion data points globally, 400,000 brands, 1,500+ websites, 20+ verticals, and 25+ languages. Learn more at DataWeave.com. Contact Details Meir Kahtan Public Relations, LLC Meir Kahtan +1 917-864-0800 mkahtan@rcn.com Company Website https://dataweave.com
April 03, 2023 09:30 AM Eastern Daylight Time
News ReleaseFreshen Up Your Dating Game this Spring
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With warmer days around the corner, women-first dating and social networking app Bumble is sharing fresh dating tips, trends, and ways to spring clean your Bumble profile as many prepare for dating this season. Recently, Bumble’s Sex and Relationships Expert, Shan Boodram, participated in a nationwide satellite media tour to discuss tips and advice on freshening up your dating game this spring. A video accompanying this announcement is available at: https://youtu.be/5Qvf-g0dhg4 Bumble recently ran a survey* across the United States to unearth dating trends that highlight the top traits people are looking for in a date, the most attractive qualities in a partner, how people feel about dating this season, and more. According to the survey, an overwhelming majority (79%) of respondents are open to using dating apps to meet someone this year. Sixty-one percent (61%) of respondents said they’re looking forward to having fun with their dating journey, and many respondents feel positive about dating this year (79%). The survey also revealed the importance of shared values. Based on the survey, one of the most attractive qualities in a potential partner is having similar values, and the top traits that respondents are looking for in a potential partner include honesty and respect. A majority (59%) of respondents are also open to dating outside of their “type.” In fact, based on Bumble’s 2023 Dating Trends survey, which was conducted in October 2022 with a sample of 14,300 Bumble members around the world, an overwhelming majority of global respondents (63%) are doing away with physical requirements when dating. If this trend resonates with you, try Bumble’s newest product feature, “ Speed Dating,” which brings retro speed dating to the online dating experience, allowing Bumble’s community to prioritize personality over physical appearance. Available every Thursday between 7-8 pm local time in the app, speed dating is a fun, pressure-free way to briefly chat within a timed conversation without sharing any photos. After three minutes, each person is asked if they would like to continue the conversation. If both people choose to match, their chat will live in their Date Mode queue, and their profile will then be available to view following the event. If you're looking to make romantic connections this spring and beyond, download the Bumble app and take advantage of its many features, including Speed Dating, Profile Badges, and more! For more data-driven tips, expert advice, and resources to help guide your dating journey this season, visit Bumble.com * Unless otherwise stated, all research was commissioned by Bumble and carried out online by Censuswide from March 7th to 20th, 2023. Surveys were conducted within the United States amongst a sample of more than 1,000 adults who are actively dating, or open to dating this year. Censuswide abides by and employs members of the Market Research Society, which is based on the ESOMAR principles. About Shan Boodram: Shan Boodram is a certified sex educator, dating coach and intimacy expert. Boodram is host of the top podcast, "Lovers and Friends" and the best-selling author of “The Game of Desire.” She was previously a resident expert on Netflix's “Too Hot to Handle,” in addition to starring in Peacock’s “Ex-Rated with Andy Cohen.” She is an ambassador for AIDS Healthcare Foundation and WomensHealth.gov, and a member of the American Sexual Health Association. About Bumble app: Bumble, the women-first dating and social networking app, was founded by CEO Whitney Wolfe Herd in 2014. Bumble connects people across dating (Bumble Date), friendship (Bumble BFF) and professional networking (Bumble Bizz). Bumble is built on the importance of equitable relationships and how crucial they are to a healthy, happy life. They've built their platform around kindness, respect, and equality – and their community plays an important part in that. Bumble holds its users accountable for their actions and strives to provide them with an experience free from hate, aggression, or bullying. Bumble is free to download and is widely available in the Apple App Store, Google Play Store and the web. Contact Details YourUpdateTV +1 212-736-2727 yourupdatetv@gmail.com
April 03, 2023 09:27 AM Eastern Daylight Time
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News ReleaseAMERICAN DIVERSIFIED HOLDINGS CORPORATION (OTC: ADHC) ISSUES CORPORATE UPDATE
American Diversified Holdings Corp.
McapMediaWire -- American Diversified Holdings Corporation (OTC: ADHC ) announced today a corporate update regarding recent developments with the company. HIGHLIGHTS *Cancellation of 330,000,000 shares scheduled for Mid-April 2023 *New investor relations portal http://www.adhcinvestor.com unveiled today *New domain unveiled http://www.UniversalWellnessShop.com for all ecommerce *Strategic partnerships and acquisitions soon to be announced * ROLLS CHOICE™ adhesive pen being sold on amazon.com SHARE CANCELLATION ADHC has filed suit in The Eight Judicial Circuit Court, Clark County, Nevada, Case Number A-21-843-670, seeking the cancellation of 330,000,000 (330 MM) shares of common stock. On January 6, 2023, the court granted the motion for default. It is anticipated the court will be issuing the formal order soon on a scheduled hearing date on April 17th, 2023. Granting the default judgment is the final legal step before all litigation is resolved. Currently, ADHC capitalization structure is as follows: Shares Outstanding: 1.1 billion Shares Restricted: 600 million Shares in the Float: 504 million In additional developments, ADHC identified a new management team to lead a new business direction. It is anticipated that the new team will formally take over in conjunction with the culmination of the Nevada litigation. The new team has been targeting new acquisition candidates, major corporate alliances, new executive personnel and advisory board and identifying new business opportunities for the company. Cannabidiol (CBD) Market Size Worth USD 59.3 Billion by 2030 at 18.2% CAGR – Report by Market Research Future (MRFR) American Diversified Holdings Corporation operates two e-commerce sites focused on the emerging technologies: http://www.UniversalWellnessShop.com and www.RollsChoiceAdhesives.com. The business model includes selling products to consumers, driving traffic to partner sites, generating ad revenue and creating partnership opportunities for other wellness companies. 1. UNIVERSAL WELLNESS is a wellness and lifestyle ecommerce site focused upon providing innovative products, news and the latest health care developments for consumers nationwide. 2. ROLLS CHOICE™ is a Southern California-based manufacturer, distributor, and e-commerce company selling an all-natural Adhesive Glue and application device sold off AMAZON.com and through its own website. The Pens come in 1 ml, 2 ml and 100 pen packs. ROLLS CHOICE™ has significant brand awareness in the cannabis industry and boasts over 80,000 followers on Twitter and Instagram. Recently over 12,000 adhesive pens have been manufactured and sold. The adhesive is made of Food Grade Premium ingredients. ROLLS CHOICE™ Adhesive Pen is Flavorless, Colorless, Tasteless and Stainless. It is used to seal cannabis and tobacco rolled products including blunts, joints, cigars and hand rolled cigarettes in a sterile manner allowing for long lasting adhesive qualities. The proprietary brush tip pen is recommended for precision. RC sells direct to smoke shops, dispensaries and direct to consumers through its e-commerce site. Through the companies multi year history sales over 12,000 adhesive pens and been manufactured and sold by Rolls Choice. see (USPTO ROLLS CHOICE 97278083). ROLLS CHOICE™ has over 80,000 social media followers which will be introduced to ADHC social media platforms on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok. This relationship will establish a very strong presence providing brand awareness to potential customers and shareholders as the Universal Wellness/Rolls Choice business relationship develops and revenues grow. Website: www.RollsChoiceAdhesives.com. Email: rollschoicerepresentative619@gmail.com Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/rollschoice Instagram: https://www.instagram/rollschoicadhesivepen In addition to the adhesive pen, RC has numerous other cannabis related products being developed that will be introduced as a result of this Acquisition agreement. Shareholders, customers, and other interested parties can find product offerings by searching AMAZON under these UPC codes: B0B1BTNW4Q and B0B2R3D2TS or clicking this link: https://a.co/d/3ONJjGy Amazon.com: Rolls Choice™ Adhesive Pen (25, 1ml) Amazon.com: Adhesive 2ml (16 pens) ROLLS CHOICE™ has a pending trademark with the USPTO under the application number 972978083. Investor Contact: Ernest Remo Chairman/CEO EMAIL: ernestremo@san.rr.com Tel: 858-259-4534 TWITTER: @ADHCManagement. This Twitter page is the only official Twitter page for ADHC. Information contained herein includes forward-looking statements. These statements relate to future events or future financial performance, involving known and unknown risks and uncertainties that may cause our actual results to be materially different from the performance or achievements expressed. You should not place undue reliance on these statements since they involve known and unknown risks, in some cases, beyond our control. Contact Details Ernest Remo +1 858-259-4534 ernestremo@san.rr.com
April 03, 2023 06:30 AM Eastern Daylight Time
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News ReleaseMinuteman Press Franchise in Macon, GA Moves to New Location & Has Grand Opening
Minuteman Press International Inc
Richie Moore and his family have owned the Minuteman Press franchise in Macon, Georgia since June of 2017. As they approach six years in business, Richie, along with his father and his wife Elle, have moved to a brand new facility at 4341 Interstate DR, Suite B, Macon GA 31210. To celebrate the move, Minuteman Press in Macon held a grand opening on February 21, 2023, that was sponsored by the Greater Macon-Bibb Chamber of Commerce, the Perry Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Robins Regional Chamber of Commerce. Richie shares, “We have needed more space for the last 3 years. We wanted to get the equipment needed to do the things our customers have been asking us to do and now we have the space and a lot of the equipment needed! We want to show Middle Georgia that the big jobs don’t need to be sent out of our local area, and that Minuteman Press in Macon can produce and deliver for them.” Richie further explains the benefits of the new facility: “We now have a lobby that we can show off our larger jobs and spark ideas in our customers. If that doesn’t do it we want to set up tours of our facility to show the machines’ capabilities for prints. We have just upgraded our main production systems on all of our paper products so that we can print even faster and deliver higher quality. We are able to get longer lasting, higher quality signage done at a fraction of the time it would take a typical sign shop to print.” When it comes to marketing the business, Richie has followed the Minuteman Press system and reached out to his local business community through networking groups. He also focuses on education potential and established customers on the product capabilities that Minuteman Press in Macon has to offer. Richie shares: “We have participated in a lot of networking groups in the last 6 years and that has been some of the main drivers behind our growth. We’ve worked hard on getting out into the community and talking about our vision at Minuteman Press Macon to our customers. Our message is simple: We are showing Middle Georgia that having a quick turnaround doesn’t have to sacrifice quality. We educate them on the fact that having quality doesn’t have to come with the highest price tag. And above all, we make it a point to let our clients know that growing larger doesn’t sacrifice the customer care that our customers receive on a daily basis. “There is a big market for the medium-size niche jobs that sadly is getting left by the wayside. We have customers that want 500 boxes or direct printed bags. They are a small-to-medium sized companies and they don’t necessarily need 5,000 bags that are all the same. They want 500 of 10 different bags so they can sell more products. We want to offer an option to those people who need help with all of their printing needs and don’t want to go to 5 different places to get them all done.” -Richie Moore, co-owner, Minuteman Press, Macon, GA Franchise Support from Minuteman Press International Before franchising, Richie shares, “My wife Elle and I come from the insurance world and before that I worked with computers everywhere. My dad called me up one day and asked if I’d be interested in a printing franchise. One of our computer customers was Minuteman Press Macon and the owner called us and asked if we would be interested in buying the computers back from him. We offered to let us try running the business for a few months and see if it was for us.” He continues, “We did it and we loved helping out the customers. We loved that every day was something new to do. You definitely have to stay on your toes in a print shop! So, my wife and I cashed in our insurance bonuses and bought into a new business with my dad. From there, we have grown it dramatically and want to continue to grow with our customers.” Richie shares his thoughts on the support he and his family have received since joining the Minuteman Press franchise family. He says, “The Minuteman Press franchise has been around a long time and will be around a lot longer. If you have seen it printed, they have had experience with it. Our corporate office has been a great support to us when we had questions on how to help our customers. They have always been supportive in helping us reach our goals. This move to our new building has been the top goal for us for at least 3 years now, and we couldn’t have done it without the help and guidance of our local RVP Dave Walton and the local support team.” Richie adds, “We took over in 2017 but this Minuteman Press franchise has been in Macon for 35 years! We have a lot of experience and knowledge about the products that our clients want and possibly some that you don’t even know about that can help!” When asked about his final thoughts on the move and being business owner, Richie says, “I like to remind all of our clients that WE ARE LOCAL and that we can help. We would love to show prospects what we can do and invite them to tour our facility!” Richie concludes, “For business owners, I would say you need to s urround yourself with smart people that have done it all and are successful. This way, you will end up driving yourself to reach their level. That’s yet another reason franchising and Minuteman Press was right for us.” Minuteman Press in Macon is located at 4341 Interstate DR, Suite B, Macon GA 31210. For more information, call 478-474-6263 or visit their website: https://minuteman.com/us/locations/ga/macon/ 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
March 29, 2023 10:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time
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News ReleaseLiteboxer Announces Transformative Rebrand to Litesport
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Litesport, formerly known as Liteboxer, the leading trainer-led VR fitness company, announces its rebrand to reflect the brand’s evolution and continued expansion into workout modes beyond boxing. The new visual identity and name demonstrates the company's growth and marks a significant milestone, as the brand releases a monumental update to their popular VR-fitness app, including Strength Training. With the addition of the strength modality, Litesport creates an accessible, inviting and convenient environment for any and all fitness enthusiasts by bringing real trainers to your home. Litesport continues to disrupt the VR fitness industry with their new Strength Training mode which uses cutting-edge VR features, such as passthrough, hand-tracking, and mixed-reality to enable trainers to appear in the user's own space and provide effective dumbbell-based workouts. This addition to the app provides a first-of-its-kind experience with tried-and-true exercises, ensuring correct form while lifting weights as well as showcases Litesport's commitment to helping at-home fitness enthusiasts build strength, while increasing the app's appeal to a wider audience. The Liteboxer VR fitness app launched just over one year ago and now with the rebrand it includes Boxing, Total Body, and Strength workouts. The app has over 940,000 installs to date, and CEO and Founder, Jeff Morin, is delighted with the progress. Reflecting on the app's evolution since the original release in March 2022, Morin said, "The app has changed so much in the past 12 months. We added full body workouts with the launch of Total Body 6 months ago, and it became obvious that this made-for-VR, trainer-led experience is really something special. People love it, and it's a huge differentiator for us." Litesport's unique offering provides a workout experience that is personalized, interactive and is led by world class trainers. Members enjoy the one-on-one coaching experience, which they might not have access to otherwise due to time, cost, or location. Morin explains, "We are unique in the space where the trainer is in front of you, showing what you do for the entire workout. Not just an intro, not a voiceover, but right in front of you - showing you good form, sweating, and doing the work. Now take that, add the interactivity and the feedback made possible by working out in the headset, and we have something pretty addictive. That's what we're all about." The new Strength Training mode differs from the other workouts in the app, as it does not provide a 'score,' 'leaderboard,' or 'match' results. Instead, trainers provide guidance throughout the workout, targeting 16 key muscles, which are showcased on the interactive muscle map. Members have the ability to filter content by specific muscle groups to change the focus of each workout to reach their goals. The mode is intended to motivate members to compete with themselves, improving their muscle map and getting stronger with each workout. Morin concludes, "Building strength is essential, and we want to make it accessible to everyone. With Strength Training, we hope to give people who may have never sought out a strength workout - a starting point. They can find a workout to help strengthen their lower back so they might more easily pick up their toddler, whatever it might be. Our muscle map makes it simple to pick a target area, and the tracking and accountability will, we hope, make them come back to it and feel the result, but as a side effect of having fun in the app and doing something they enjoy." Litesport's app is available to download in the Oculus Store for $18.99/month, with a 7-day free trial. There is also an option to sign up for a free membership, which provides limited access to content. The app is compatible with Meta Quest, Quest 2, and Quest Pro headsets, providing immersive and fun workouts in the comfort of your own home. To learn more about Litesport, please visit www.litesport.com and @ LitesportVR on TikTok. About Litesport Litesport, formally Liteboxer, combines hit music, game dynamics, and expert training to create the world's most immersive workouts. By combining innovative boxing, full body, and strength training workouts, Litesport creates the ultimate virtual reality fitness experience placing real, certified trainers in the convenience of your own home. Litesport is designed to make your at-home workouts accessible and teach form accuracy while also keeping your goals at the forefront. Contact Details Powers PR Courtney Stewart courtney@powers-pr.com Company Website https://litesport.com/
March 29, 2023 09:03 AM Eastern Daylight Time
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News ReleaseJose Cuervo Joins Forces With Arma and Sureco to Develop Green Carbon Methodology for Agave Plants Used in Tequila Production
ARMA SERVICES, INC.
McapMediaWire -- Arma Services Inc. (OTC: ARMV ) proudly announces a ground-breaking collaboration with Jose Cuervo, the world's premier tequila brand, to create a carbon credit certification methodology for Agave plants used in tequila production. Joining forces with sustainability experts SURECO & Partners and climate financing specialists RBA Banca de Inversión and RBA Sostenibilidad, this alliance is set to revolutionize the tequila industry's sustainability efforts. The partnership's objective is to certify agave plantations as carbon sinks, fostering a transition towards carbon markets and driving sustainable practices in the tequila industry while actively combating climate change. This innovative collaboration will develop a comprehensive carbon credit certification methodology for agave, alongside feasibility studies, financing, and project development encompassing all stages and stakeholders in the voluntary carbon market. Arma Services Inc and SURECO & Partners are renowned leaders in sustainability and carbon markets, with a history of successful projects under their belts. RBA Banca de Inversión, Sostenibilidad have earned a sterling reputation as trusted advisors in climate financing and carbon markets, making this partnership a formidable force for change. This alliance signifies a major leap forward in the tequila industry's sustainability endeavors and underscores the unwavering commitment of these companies to a greener future. Jessica Jacob, CEO of SURECO & Partners and former Regional Head for Latin America and the Caribbean at the Green Climate Fund, shared her insights on the partnership: "This alliance marks a pivotal moment in the tequila industry's journey towards greater sustainability. By creating a carbon credit certification methodology for agave, we can encourage the adoption of sustainable practices and actively participate in the fight against climate change. We are thrilled to collaborate with Jose Cuervo, Arma Services Inc, RBA Banca de Inversión, Sostenibilidad to strengthen our sustainability efforts and explore cutting-edge approaches to reduce our collective carbon footprint." About Jose Cuervo Jose Cuervo is the world's leading tequila brand, with over 250 years of experience in the production of tequila. The company is known for its high-quality tequilas, which are made from the finest blue agave plants in Mexico. With a commitment to sustainability, Jose Cuervo is constantly innovating in its production processes to reduce its environmental impact. Through partnerships and collaborations with sustainability experts, Jose Cuervo is working towards a greener future for the tequila industry. About Arma Services Inc. At Arma Services Inc., we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of the battle against climate change. Our mission is clear: to develop carbon offset projects that are not only effective, but also highly valuable. Our expertise lies in the forestry, agriculture, and technology sectors, where we use our proprietary AI software to ensure that the carbon credits we create are of the highest quality. Our commitment to transparency and analytics is second to none, and we are proud to say that our clients trust us to deliver the best possible results. By using cutting-edge technology, we can measure the impact of our carbon offset projects in real time, providing our clients with the data they need to make informed decisions about their carbon footprint. We believe that our work is not just a business, but a responsibility. As a public company, we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the environment and on the world at large. By expanding our portfolio of high value removals carbon offsets, we are taking a crucial step in the right direction. At Arma Services Inc., we are committed to a better future for all. Safe Harbor Statement This Press Release may contain certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The Company has tried, whenever possible, to identify these forward-looking statements using words such as "anticipates," "believes," "estimates," "expects," "plans," "intends," "potential," and similar expressions. These statements reflect the Company's current beliefs and are based upon information currently available to it. Accordingly, such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that could cause the Company's actual results, performance, or achievements to differ materially from those expressed in or implied by such statements. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or advise in the event of any change, addition, or alteration to the information catered in this Press Release, including such forward-looking statements. CONTACT: Arma Services, Inc. 7260 West Azure Drive |Suite 140| Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, 89130 Phone. 1.725.235.7766 Email. info@armaoffsets.com Website. www.armaoffsets.com SOURCE Arma Services Inc. Contact Details Arma Services, Inc. info@armaoffsets.com Company Website http://armaoffsets.com/
March 29, 2023 08:24 AM Eastern Daylight Time
News ReleaseHouse Budget Chairman Introduces a Constitutional Path for Voters to Approve a State-drafted and Inflation-fighting Fiscal Responsibility Amendment
Federal Fiscal Sustainability Foundation
The Federal Fiscal Sustainability Foundation (FFSF), a coalition of nonpartisan advocates concerned about the impacts of inflation and out-of-control national debt, applaud House Budget Committee Chairman Jody Arrington’s introduction of House Concurrent Resolution 24. This legislation calls for an Article V Convention for proposing a Fiscal Responsibility Amendment to the United States Constitution and stipulates ratification by a vote of We the People.” On Wednesday, March 29 th, former Comptroller General and FFSF Co-Founder David Walker will testify before the House Budget Committee at a Hearing entitled, “ Fiscal State of the Union.” Walker will discuss the “ Fiscal Way Forward ” ( 10:00 AM Eastern in 210 Cannon House Office Building) which includes adopting a federal fiscal responsibility constitutional amendment designed to constrain debt/GDP to a reasonable and sustainable level. HCR 24 calls on Congress to set the time and place for an Article V “Convention for proposing Amendments” and requires amendment ratification by a vote of the people in “ three fourths (38) of the States via State Ratifying Conventions. The resolution also designates the House Clerk as responsible for confirming from congressional records whether, at any time, at least two-thirds (34) of the states “ had unrescinded continuing Applications on any national issues (plenary) plus the single issue of fiscal responsibility. ” Chairman Arrington originally introduced this legislation as HCR 101 in July of 2022 requiring Congress to perform its ministerial duty under Article V of the U.S. Constitution which states: ‘The Congress,...on the Application of the Legislatures of two-thirds of the several States, shall call a Convention for proposing Amendments…to the United States Constitution… The Concurrent Resolution states in part: “beginning in 1979, when Congress appears to have failed in its constitutional duty to count Applications and call a ‘‘Convention for proposing Amendments,’’ the Nation’s debt has increased to more than $31 trillion from $860 billion, while the value of the dollar has declined by over 75 percent.” Hon. David M. Walker, former Comptroller General of the United States, stated, “I commend Rep. Jodey Arrington for his leadership in introducing a resolution designed to restore federal fiscal sanity and uphold the Article V rights of the states to propose and the people to ratify an Inflation-fighting Fiscal Responsibility Amendment. The time has come to end the dereliction of duty by Congress and defuse our ticking debt bomb.” Ken Cuccinelli, former Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security, and former Attorney General of Virginia said, “We must use the Constitution to restore the boundaries of power in Washington. The process this resolution calls for is state driven from beginning to end, requiring a vote of the people to ensure its safety. If Congress fails to approve the resolution as Article V appears to mandate, a mandamus action will likely be pursued in Federal Court.” Admiral William Owens, United States Navy (ret.) and former Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff stated, “Our country seriously needs a strong reminder of both the states’ equal right with Congress to propose Amendments and the seriousness of acting fiscally in the best interests of our country and our national security.” Dr. Barry Poulson, Emeritus Professor of Economics at the University of Colorado stated, “The United States is out of step as more than 90 countries are using fiscal rules today. The “Swiss Debt Brake,” for example, was approved in 2001 by an 85% vote of the people. It slowed total annual spending growth, excluding social security, resulting in Switzerland being ranked as having the highest GDP per capita and the lowest borrowing cost of any AAA rated Country. It is time for citizens to decide how much government they want and are willing to pay for.” “On behalf of my granddaughters, I want to thank U.S. Representative Jodey Arrington for taking this important step to correct Congress’ constitutional failure in 1979 to call the Convention for proposing Amendments. Most importantly, the Resolution would prohibit any proposed Amendments from being added to our Constitution without a majority vote of the people for yes-pledged delegates in three-quarters of the State Conventions,” stated David Biddulph, Co-Founder of the Federal Fiscal Sustainability Foundation. The Concurrent Resolution is a significant victory in the fiscal responsibility coalition’s “ StopInflating.US ” campaign for a state-drafted, voter-approved, inflation-fighting Fiscal Responsibility Amendment to the United States Constitution as soon as November 5, 2024. ### Please visit: StopInflating.US To learn more about the calls for an Article V Convention for proposing Amendments or to schedule an interview with a Federal Fiscal Sustainability Foundation spokesperson, contact Mae James at 386-423-4744. Contact Details Dan Rene +1 202-329-8357 daniel.rene@kglobal.com Company Website https://letusvoteforfra.org/
March 28, 2023 09:30 AM Eastern Daylight Time
News ReleaseOrange Tree Employment Screening Accelerates Momentum with Expansion of Senior Leadership Team
Orange Tree Employment Screening
Orange Tree Employment Screening, a technology-driven services company in the background screening industry, today announced that it has expanded its leadership team to include three new senior roles. Justin Jovle will serve as the new Chief Operating Officer (COO), while Bridget George will be the new Vice President of Client Services, and Brooke Boeser will help guide company expansion as the new Vice President of Marketing. The new hires will help the company continue to accelerate its strong growth while delivering unparalleled client service. “Over the past 18 months, Orange Tree has grown significantly, both organically and through acquisition. To continue this growth, it is important to strategically expand our leadership team,” said Renee Ernste, CEO of Orange Tree. “We are not stopping here. We have expansion plans which require expertise to enable the successful integration of the companies we’ve purchased and to support future acquisitions.” In addition to growing via acquisition and new sales, Orange Tree recently released an innovative online buying experience which provides buyers new levels of choice and pricing transparency. Available to all businesses, the online platform is targeted to the midmarket and small business customer who wants help in choosing the best solution with full visibility to pricing previously reserved for only enterprise businesses. “The buyers’ preferences have changed, and we are delivering what today’s customer expects and deserves,” said Jeff Ernste, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer. “Customers want to buy solutions tailored to their needs, in a way and at a time that is convenient for them, and with full transparency to the pricing and terms of their program. We are delivering a solution which aligns precisely with their needs. “The strategic decision to bring in tested leadership and launch a game-changing online buying platform means that Orange Tree’s growth momentum is just beginning,” concluded Ernste. About Orange Tree Employment Screening For more than 30 years, Orange Tree has provided technology-enabled background screening, drug testing, and occupational health services that are fast, easy to use, and can be tailored to the unique needs of each employer. Orange Tree streamlines hiring decisions, integrates with HCM and ATS platforms, and empowers employers in Healthcare, Manufacturing, Hospitality, Retail, Staffing, and other major industries to quickly fill open positions while delivering an engaging candidate experience. Learn more at www.orangetreescreening.com. Contact Details Razor Sharp PR Ray Young +1 512-694-6097 ray@razorsharppr.com Company Website https://www.orangetreescreening.com/
March 28, 2023 08:30 AM Central Daylight Time
