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Hamptons Tech Week, the premier technology conference on the East End, today announced "Global Horizons: Thriving in a Borderless Economy" is a star studded panel moderated by Simon Bailie, CEO at Digital DNA. The panel will feature Rory Herron, Vice President, Business Development, Invest Northern Ireland, Ryan Shearman, Chief Alchemist at Aether, and Matt Melbourne, Retail Capital at Republic.

This announcement is significant because it showcases Hamptons Tech Week's commitment to bringing top-tier talent and insight to the East End. The panel will provide attendees with a unique opportunity to learn from and network with some of the brightest minds in a myriad of industries.

"Hamptons Tech Week is thrilled to host such an esteemed group of professionals for this panel.  The international connections and insight are invaluable," said Stephen Sabo, Co-Founder of Hamptons Tech Week. "Our mission has always been to provide East End residents and visitors with access to the latest technology and innovation trends, and this panel is a perfect reflection of that. " 

Join us for a lively few days in June – filled with panels, activations, and networking opportunities at Southampton Arts Center. Our mission is to spread the word to East End residents and visitors about the opportunities in the future of technology. With this star-studded panel, we're continuing to provide attendees with an experience that's both informative and engaging.

Looking to the future, Hamptons Tech Week is committed to bringing even more top-tier talent and innovation to the East End. We're constantly seeking out new opportunities to connect attendees with the latest technology and innovation trends.

For more information, visit Hamptons Tech Week at https://www.hamptonstechweek.com.

Emerging technologies are changing the worlds of venture, investment, sports, social good and non-profit. Hamptons Tech Week aims to inform on the everchanging landscape of today's tech space. We're excited to announce an insightful panel titled Eternal Investments: Unraveling the Secrets of Longevity. The panel will be led by moderator Matthew Teel, Senior Vice President at Barnum Financial Group, and will feature Jennifer Wines, founder at Invisible Wealth, and Jason Bayuk, Financial advisor and financial services executive at Barnum Premier Client Group.

The panel's discussion on longevity secrets is a vital addition to our event, as it helps individuals understand how technology can improve their financial wellbeing and empower them with the knowledge to feel confident in their decisions to last a (longer) lifetime.

According to Stephen Sabo, the Co-Founder of Hamptons Tech Week, "We're excited to host an insightful panel on longevity secrets, which will help attendees understand how technology can improve their financial wellness. This is just one of the many ways in which Hamptons Tech Week is committed to providing a platform for leaders of industry to education our communities."

Join us for a lively few days in June – filled with panels, activations, and networking opportunities at Southampton Arts Center. Our mission is to spread the word to East End residents and visitors about the opportunities in the future of technology. With an impressive lineup of panels and activations, Hamptons Tech Week promises to be a must-attend event for anyone interested in the future of technology.

For more information, please visit Hamptons Tech Week at https://www.hamptonstechweek.com.

Hamptons Tech Week is dedicated to spreading the word to East End residents and visitors about the opportunities in the future of technology. On its first day of panels at the Southampton Arts Center, it will host a Fireside Chat titled Decrypting Alpha Generation: Navigating Crypto with Hedge Funds. This fireside chat will feature a conversation between Jamian C. Polk, Managing Director of Microsoft Global Financial Services, and Warren Rickards, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Flowtrack.

Hamptons Tech Week is aimed at educating East End residents and visitors about the benefits and opportunities that technology and innovation can bring to the community. The event will provide a platform for attendees to learn from industry leaders, network with peers and explore new and exciting developments in technology.

"We are thrilled to host the 2nd annual Hamptons Tech Week and provide a platform for the East End community to learn about the future of technology in an array of different industries," said Stephen Sabo, Co-Founder of Hamptons Tech Week. "Our fireside chat with Jamian C. Polk and Warren Rickards is just the beginning of what promises to be an exciting few days."

In addition to the fireside chat, Hamptons Tech Week will feature a series of panels, activations, and networking opportunities at Southampton Arts Center. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with top industry experts, explore emerging technologies, and connect with peers.

Hamptons Tech Week invites all East End residents and visitors to join us for a lively few days in June – filled with panels, activations, and networking opportunities at Southampton Arts Center. Our mission is to spread the word to East End residents and visitors about the opportunities in the future of technology.

To learn more about Hamptons Tech Week and to register for the event, please visit https://www.hamptonstechweek.com.

Hamptons Tech Week, a company that seeks to spread the word about the opportunities in the future of technology, has announced that The Retail Renaissance: From Digital Goods to AI Powered Marketing, Creating Connected Consumer Experiences will be a panel moderated by Michael Burke, Managing Director, Google, Advisory Board Member, CapitalG Board Member, AutoCruitment. Speakers include Ray Mate, Cultural Architect of Hype Golf, Carol Suchman, Tech Investor, Philanthropist, and Anish Melwani, Chairman CEO of LVMH (North America).

This panel is of great importance as it will provide insight into the future of retail and consumer experiences, and how technology will play a role in shaping these. Hamptons Tech Week is committed to bringing together thought leaders and innovators to provide valuable information about the future of technology and its impact on our community.

Join us for a lively few days in June – filled with panels, activations, and networking opportunities at Southampton Arts Center. Our mission is to spread the word to East End residents and visitors about the opportunities in the future of technology. We believe that by bringing together industry leaders and innovators, we can create a community that is better equipped to embrace the changes that technology will bring.

According to Stephen Sabo, Co-Founder of Hamptons Tech Week, "We are excited to bring together such a talented group of speakers to share their insights and expertise. The Retail Renaissance: From Digital Goods to AI Powered Marketing, Creating Connected Consumer Experiences is just one example of how Hamptons Tech Week is committed to bringing valuable information to the community."

For more information about Hamptons Tech Week and to register for The Retail Renaissance: From Digital Goods to AI Powered Marketing, Creating Connected Consumer Experiences, visit https://www.hamptonstechweek.com.

The Female Quotient (The FQ), a woman-owned business curating experiences, media, and solutions for women and organizations committed to advancing equality, today announced the full lineup for its highly anticipated signature Equality Lounge® at Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. 

Marking the biggest lounge in the company’s history, The FQ is hosting 70+ panels and 400 speakers over the course of 4 days during the festival. The impressive lineup of speakers includes leading CMOs, agency and business leaders, creatives, athletes, celebrities, and influencers from across the globe. 

With a packed agenda of groundbreaking programming, there is something for everyone, whether you’re interested in exploring AI’s impact on the advertising industry, inclusive leadership, the power of female friendships—and everything in between. 

“At The Female Quotient, we work with conscious leaders to rewrite the rules of the workplace to advance equality, and what better place to push the boundaries and think differently about these real-world issues than Cannes Lions?” said Shelley Zalis, CEO and founder of The Female Quotient. “We couldn’t be more excited to bring together the smartest design thinkers, innovators, disrupters, and solution seekers to accelerate our progress towards changing the equation and closing the gender gap.”

The Equality Lounge® is taking place June 19-22 at the Hôtel Martinez located at 73 Bd de la Croisette in Cannes, France. Here are highlights from this one-of-a-kind experience:

FQ Featured Conversations

The FQ’s signature Equality Lounges® are known for challenging the status quo and igniting real change through bold, authentic, collaborative conversations. These are just some of the thought-provoking discussions that you can look forward to experiencing at this year’s Cannes Lions.

The FQ’s Man@Cannes: Panel Conversations of Men. For Everyone.  

July 19, 20, 21, 22 4 p.m. CEST

For the first time, The FQ is hosting 4 all-male panels at Cannes. Once upon a time, the “manel”—defined as a non-diverse panel of men talking about their expertise in business—was a non-inclusive practice of industry conferences. But, The FQ is inclusive by design, so why host panel conversations of men? According to The FQ M.A.L.E. Report (Men’s Attitudes and Learnings on Equality), a research study being released on June 16th, men overwhelmingly care about equality and are taking actions to make progress. With diverse representation across the sessions, the men The FQ is bringing together look forward to talking about topics critical to achieving equality—that you don’t often hear executive men discussing. From sharing unpaid labor to raising the next generation of empathetic leaders to reproductive rights, the Man@Cannes panel conversations will be moderated by TIME, Washington Post, Adweek, and more.

The World is Watching: Why 2023 is the Year Everything Changed for Women and Sports

June 19 11:30 a.m. CEST

We’re halfway through what’s proved to be a pivotal year for women in sports; with record viewership for the NCAA women's basketball tournament and all eyes on USWNT as they pursue a historic three-peat at the Women’s World Cup. It’s clear the increased interest and investment in women’s sports is more than a splash in the pan, it’s a full-blown social movement. As global brands look to jump in and drive spending towards women’s sports, there’s a lot on the line. Join The FQ’s very own Shelley Zalis as she moderates a discussion with legendary female athletes, including Ashlyn Harris, Scout Bassett, and Sue Bird, to share their perspectives and assess what’s at stake for athletes, brands and fans alike.

A Discussion of Honesty, Health, and Happiness with Jameela Jamil 

June 20, 2:30 p.m. CEST

Mental health is finally getting the attention it deserves, allowing for more honest and open conversations around a topic that has traditionally been left unspoken. Hear from Jameela Jamil, vocal advocate and prominent voice in the movement, on how she’s breaking down barriers and helping others by sharing her own experiences and how brands can support these conversations in an authentic and meaningful way.

It’s Her, Tinx: Christina Najjar on Her Journey from Creator to Global Superstar

June 21, 1 p.m. CEST

From digital content creator to author, podcaster, radio host, and so much more, Tinx turned her pandemic hobby into a global brand. Hear from the star herself about her journey, creating a personal brand, building a fanbase across mediums, finding her value, and helping others to do the same.

Activations

Recharge and Reset with The FQ

Amidst so much excitement, The FQ is offering a dedicated wellness area where festival goers will have the unique opportunity to reset – body and mind. From IV drips and B12 shots with Well + Good to massages with Therabody, The FQ will have everything needed to recharge. Not to mention, The FQ and Alo Moves are inviting everyone to start their day off right with complimentary yoga, yogalates, and sound bath sessions on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday morning at 8 a.m.

The FQ Mane Campaign: The State of Gender Equality

The FQ is thrilled to announce its Mane Campaign, a visual representation of the state of gender equality. In partnership with 6, a creative shop specializing in purposeful campaigns, The FQ is using the symbol of the Cannes Festival of Creativity, the male lion’s mane, as its creative domain for reflecting current statistics on the state of equality. The designs will be posted throughout The Equality Lounge®, as well as featured on custom merch available for purchase in The FQ’s pop-up shop. 

Accessibility

The Equality Lounge® was built by women for everyone. The FQ takes pride in being intentionally inclusive. The lounges are open to all—no badge or entry fee required. And, the Equality Lounge® at Cannes Lions is taking this commitment to inclusion one step further with enhanced accessibility. 

The FQ & Understood Partnership Brings More Accessibility for the Neurodivergent

The FQ is partnering with Understood.org to outfit its lounge with several elements, including a new typeface, directional signage, and networking prompts, dedicated to improving accessibility for neurodivergent festival attendees.

The Female Quotient has an official Content Partnership with the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. All Equality Lounge® sessions will be streamed live on The FQ’s LinkedIn. For more info on FQ Speakers and the full agenda, click here. 

About The Female Quotient

The Female Quotient (The FQ) is in the Business of Equality,® changing the equation to close the gender gap. The FQ is a woman-owned business that provides experiences, media and solutions for women and organizations committed to advancing equality. The FQ’s end-to-end equality platform includes co-branded research, content campaigns, ESG reporting, counsel and partnership opportunities at its signature Equality Lounges®. Visibility is further driven through The FQ’s robust social, media, and editorial channels. The FQ approach is intersectional, inspirational, and inclusive, working with leaders and rising stars in every industry and around the world. For more information to close the gender gap, visit The Female Quotient on LinkedIn and Instagram.

Hamptons Tech Week, an event series that aims to spread awareness about the opportunities in the future of technology, is excited to announce its upcoming panel, "Thankful in the Hamptons: Embracing Gratitude at an Ocean of Opportunities," hosted by the GratiDude, Kevin Carpenter.

Hamptons Tech Week is thrilled to be hosting this session as it provides a unique opportunity for East End residents and visitors to learn about the importance of gratitude and transformative role it can play in shaping the future of industry. 

Join us for a lively few days in June – filled with panels, activations, and networking opportunities at Southampton Arts Center. Hamptons Tech Week is dedicated to creating an inclusive community for tech enthusiasts and entrepreneurs, where they can learn, share ideas, and foster collaboration.

According to Stephen Sabo, Co-Founder of Hamptons Tech Week, "We are excited to be hosting Kevin from Grateful for Golf and to be creating a platform for the community to come together and discuss the future of the industry. We believe that gratitude is key to driving innovation and creating a better world, and we are excited to explore this topic further."

Hamptons Tech Week is committed to providing innovative and engaging events that bring together tech enthusiasts and entrepreneurs. Stay tuned for more exciting events and opportunities as we continue to grow and evolve.

For more information on Hamptons Tech Week and the upcoming panel, please visit https://www.hamptonstechweek.com.

Our Authors Study Club, Inc. (OASC), an organization founded in 1945 committed to making the world more aware of, more connected to, and more invested in the African American and the African diaspora experience, announced today the deadline of June 30th for 2023 scholarship applications and the naming of the new graduate Mokjaeiti (meaning "illuminate") Scholarship in memoriam of lifetime member Dr. Toni-Mokjaetji Humber, Vice President & Scholarship Chair.

The scholarship was announced at the new members' reception held June 4th on national Audacity to Hope Day. OASC welcomed attendees and 30 new members to the Los Angeles branch of www.asalh.org, with special guests that included a welcome by Councilwoman Heather Hutt 10th District, Robert Saucedo, CEO Community Build, Seminole Maroon Descendant Phil Fixio (new member) and Commissioner Mike Davis, LA City Public Works who present a special certificate to mark the occasion. The guests were in awe of the venue new Hidden History Museum located at 2131 W. Jefferson Boulevard, CA 90018 in the historic Jefferson Park Neighborhood, which is open Monday thru Friday 11 am to 4 pm for viewing of the exhibits.

As a company striving to ignite conversations around the African and African American experience, Our Authors Study Club is proud to support the next generation of scholars and honor the legacy of a lifetime member. The Mokjaeiti Scholarship will provide financial assistance to a deserving graduate student who is studying the African and African American experience.

According to Theresa Curtis, Chair Membership, OASC, "We are excited to offer this scholarship in memory of Dr. Toni-Mokjaetji Humber, who was a dedicated member of our organization and a champion of Black history and culture. This scholarship represents our commitment to supporting the next generation of scholars who are dedicated to advancing our understanding of the African and African American experience."

Looking to the future, Our Authors Study Club will continue to create opportunities for everyone to experience Black history through culture, scholarship, technology, and research. The company remains committed to rallying against the dilution of Black heritage and legacy in mainstream history, literature, and media, and ensuring that Black History is not just a part of American history, but is American history.

For more information about Our Authors Study Club, Inc., the scholarship, membership and all of its programs, please visit https://oascla.org.

Lura's Kitchen, Inc., a multi-generational California benefit corporation founded on the principle of "doing business while doing good," announced today that they are launching "Madear's Old Fashion Gourmet Teacake Mix Sales Campaign," with a mission to help restore the Tower of Historical Civil Rights Church. 

The Congregational Church of Christian Fellowship (CCCF) has a storied past in Civil Rights and is beacon for justice. Just in time for Juneteenth, Lura's Kitchen will donate 20% of the proceeds from the sale of its teacake mixes and cookies through the end of June 2023, joining the effort to save the CCCF Bell Tower that overlooks L.A, a symbol of hope in the Los Angeles community.

The Lura’s Kitchen Inc. California Benefit Corporation has a simple mission: To empower the communities they serve with the “sweetness of doing good,” one cookie at a time. Since its start in April 2021, Lura’s Kitchen has been committed to promoting community growth and empowerment through their delicious gourmet dry cookie mixes. Past contributions include film and general education scholarships, food distribution, oratorical awards and  financial and in-kind donations to support the unhoused across several states.

"We are excited to partner with the community to help save this important symbol of hope," said Lura Daniels Ball, President and Founder of Lura's Kitchen, Inc. "Our company is founded on the principle of doing good, and we believe that by working together, we can make a real difference in the lives of those around us and encourage other to do the same."

In the future, Lura’s Kitchen, Inc. plans to continue expanding its product line and community engagement efforts to promote growth and empowerment in the Los Angeles area and the current areas they serve: Oakland, CA; Houston, TX; Detroit, MI and Washington, DC.

You can purchase Madear's Old Fashion Teacakes online at www.luraskitchen.com, on Amazon, or in-store at 211 N. La Brea, Inglewood, CA. Baked teacakes will be offered in person at the Leimert Park Juneteenth Festival.

For more information the CCCF Bell Tower visit https://www.cccfcommunityventures.org. For more information on Lura's Kitchen, Inc. additional products and their commitment to "doing business while doing good," visit their website at https://www.luraskitchen.com.

Tide Cleaners is saying thank you to the Denver community with a week of savings, Monday, June 12 – Friday, June 16!

Monday, June 12 – $10 off a $30 dry cleaning purchase

Perfect for recent college graduates prepping for their upcoming interviews!

Tuesday, June 13 – 30% off a shirt cleaning

Get dad looking ready to celebrate Father’s Day!

Wednesday, June 14 – 50% off your dry cleaning order

Half-off for hump day!

Thursday, June 15 – 2 free items

The weekend is almost here! Have your closet ready for next Monday!

Friday, June 16 – $10 off comforter cleaning

Weather is warming up! Freshen up your winter bedding before packing it away!

New customers to Tide Cleaners receive 25% off their first and 15% off their second orders for home pickup and delivery of wash-and-fold laundry and dry cleaning services. With a delivery radius as far north as Boulder and south down to Parker, Tide Cleaners is giving people the option to "Enjoy Life, Not Laundry."

Tide Cleaners is committed to providing people with the best customer service, quality Tide products, and convenience with the ability to get clean clothes without ever setting foot in their laundry room or even a dry cleaning store. First time customers can sign up for the discounted home pickup/delivery at tidecleaners.com.

Tide Cleaners locations in Denver Metro:

• Highlands Garden Store: 4500 West 38th Ave, Denver, CO
• The Coloradan Store: 1750 Wewatta St, Denver, CO
• Cherry Creek Store: 201 University Blvd, Denver, CO
• S Tower Store: 3571 S Tower Rd, Aurora, CO
• E Hampden Store: 9200 E Hampden Ave, Denver, CO
• E Arapahoe Store: 8008 E Arapahoe Rd, Centennial, CO

To access a media kit for Tide Cleaners, click here. The flyer for Guest Appreciation Week can be found here.

About Tide Cleaners

For 70 years, Tide® laundry detergent has been caring for the clothes of American families. Tide Cleaners, the #1 brand in dry cleaning, is an innovative extension of the Tide® brand, providing superior service that customers want for their dry cleaning. The franchise system is expanding across the United States. For more information on the Tide Cleaners business or franchising opportunities, visit www.tidecleaners.com.

Gales®, the first smart PPE shoe designed directly with healthcare workers, announced a new shoe collection co-developed with Nurse Blake, the renowned social media sensation and viral comedian, aiming to make a positive impact on the lives of children with critical illnesses. As part of this collaboration, a portion of the proceeds from the collaboration will be donated to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, ensuring that every purchase helps fulfill the dreams of children in need.

Gales® shoes are specifically designed for standing professionals. They are lightweight, slip-resistant, and antimicrobial. Originally created to support nurses during the pandemic, Gales® has become the preferred footwear choice for over 30,000 professionals, practices, and facilities.

“We built Gales® with care and kindness to give back to our community, so when we got to know Nurse Blake as the kind, generous person he is, the stars felt aligned,” said Rob Gregg, Founder and CEO of Gales®. “Our collaboration, designed for all-day comfort with a Nurse Blake twist, marks a new step in comfort innovation for nurses, with the incredible outcome of helping make a difference in children’s lives.”

“I’m thrilled to announce my first-ever shoe collection co-developed with Gales®. I worked side-by-side with their team to create the collection and we’re thrilled to not only treat your feet to cloudlike comfort but also make a difference,” said Nurse Blake. 

The Nurse Blake x Gales ProLine collection will be available for purchase starting June 7th. For more information, please visit www.weargales.com.

About Gales®

Gales Founder and CEO, Rob Gregg, used his ten-plus years in footwear design and enlisted feedback from hundreds of medical workers to create a lightweight, comfortable, and protective shoe at an affordable price point. For more information, visit https://www.weargales.com

About Nurse Blake

Nurse Blake is a nurse, creator, advocate, and touring comedian. A 2014 BSN graduate from UCF, Nurse Blake began creating Facebook videos as a way to de-stress and share his nursing experience in a comedic way. Nurse Blake’s videos went viral after connecting nurses and nursing students from around the world, and he now takes his comedy to international stages while running NurseCon at Sea. Learn more at https://www.nurseblake.com.

Tide Cleaners franchisee, Consolidated Cleaners Inc. (CCI), headquartered in Naples, Florida, is pleased to announce that its first Tide Cleaners-located in North Naples, is celebrating its 10-year anniversary. Since the opening of the North Naples location, CCI has grown to 18 stores, 63 locker locations and delivery routes throughout South Florida. With locations on the east and west coasts of Florida in Sarasota, Lee, Collier, Broward, Palm Beach and Miami-Dade Counties, Tide Cleaners has brought a new standard for dry cleaning and laundry service to the communities it serves.

“The Tide Cleaners’ vision is to enable consumers to ‘Enjoy Life. Not Laundry.’  For the past 10 years Consolidated Cleaners has been making the household chores of dry cleaning, personal and household laundry service easier for the people in the communities we serve” said Robert Lyons, President, and CEO of Consolidated Cleaners, Inc.

Said Tide Cleaners CEO, Andrew Gibson, “The Tide Cleaners brand is proud to serve the Naples community with our partners CCI for the past 10 years. The CCI team is first class in everything they do - earning Franchisee of the Year six times. What's most important are the tens of thousands of guests they've served and hundreds of thousands of garments cared for and cleaned. We look forward to many more years together!” 

Consolidated Cleaners, Inc. has also been recognized six times by Tide Cleaners as the Tide Franchisee of the Year, and eight times as Rising Tide Award Winner for always ensuring a reliable and consistent dry cleaning experience. One noteworthy factor that contributed significantly to their success is promoting staff from within, with several current managers who started their careers as hourly employees, and building a team that has bought into the culture of caring and hospitality they’ve fostered over their ten years of operation.  

In addition to providing a reliable service and stable workforce for the community, CCI Tide Cleaners has given back to South Florida during their times of need. After major disasters, including Hurricane Ian in 2022 and Irma in 2017, Tide Cleaners provided free laundry services to first responders through their Loads of Hope community program. 

Looking to the future and further innovation, CCI opened Tide Cleaners in West Palm Beach- the first store for 24-hour, fully automated, self-service access for pick-up and drop-off. Recently, CCI committed to additional store locations in Cooper City and Boynton Beach on the east coast of Florida–scheduled to open later in 2023 and early 2024. Additional locations are being reviewed for potential opening in 2024, 2025 and beyond.

To say thank you for all the support over the last 10 years, starting this June, customers can stop by any of the participating Tide Cleaners stores and enter the sweepstakes for a chance to win $100 worth of dry cleaning services. One lucky customer will win each week for 10 weeks. 

Tide Cleaners, the #1 brand in dry cleaning, offers a full range of household and personal care cleaning services to the community, including dry cleaning; wash and fold laundry service; household goods and bedding; outerwear; wedding dresses; specialty clothing; alterations and more. As convenience is critical to its customers, CCI takes great care to ensure that it provides the best locations and accessibility for every customer. A press kit for Tide Cleaners can be found here.

Tide Cleaners locations in Florida offering discounts and giveaways for the 10th anniversary:

Collier County

• Central Naples Store: 820 Old Trail Drive, Naples, FL
• Naples Store: 8050 trail Boulevard, Naples, FL
• Logan Landings Store: 7430 Immokalee Rd, #101, Naples, FL
• Downtown Naples Store: 36 9th St South, Ste 1, Naples, FL
• Davis Blvd Store: 4890 Davis Blvd, Naples FL

Lee County

• Daniels Marketplace Store: 6901 Daniels Parkway, Fort Myers, FL
• Bonita Springs Store: 27250 Bay Landing Drive, bonita Springs, FL
• Fort Myers Store: 7001 Cypress Terrace, Fort Myers, FL
• Estero Store: 19533 Highland Oaks Drive, Estero, FL

Sarasota County

• South Sarasota Store: 4325 South Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL
• Downtown Sarasota Store: 1760 Main Street, Sarasota, FL
• North Sarasota: 8452 Tuttle Ave Sarasota, FL

Palm Beach County

• Uptown Boca Store: 9560 Glades Road, Suite 100, Boca Raton, FL
• Delray Beach Store: 660 Linton Boulevard, Delray Beach, FL
• Boca Raton Store: 6950 North Military Trail, Boca Raton, FL
• Wellington Store: 390 South State Road 7, Royal Palm Beach, FL
• West Palm Beach Store: 8990 Okeechobee Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL (new)

Broward County

• Parkland Store: North State Road 7, Parkland, FL

About Tide Cleaners

For 70 years, Tide® laundry detergent has been caring for the clothes of American families. Tide Cleaners, the #1 brand in dry cleaning, is an innovative extension of the Tide® brand, providing superior service that customers want for their dry cleaning. The franchise system is expanding across the United States. For more information on the Tide Cleaners business or franchising opportunities, visit www.tidecleaners.com.

In a bold and visionary move, Presidential Candidate Steve Laffey and renowned economist Larry Kotlikoff have jointly called for a transformative shift in the United States banking system, urging the adoption of limited purpose banking. This groundbreaking proposal aims to overhaul the financial landscape, enhance stability, and protect the interests of American citizens.

Limited purpose banking is an innovative framework that seeks to address the inherent risks and vulnerabilities present in the current banking system. By fundamentally restructuring the way banks operate, this proposed system aims to safeguard against financial crises and put the interests of the public at the forefront.

Laffey, a graduate of Harvard Business School and the former President of Morgan Keegan, says, “The leverage in our banking system, combined with disastrous regulation over the past many years has led to our banks failing every 15 years or so.”

Kotlikoff, Laffey’s Senior Economic Advisor, added, “Let’s make the banks fail proof by eliminating their two evil twins—leverage and opacity! Traditional banking is built to fail. It's failed every fifteen years since our nation's founding. Right on time—fifteen years after the great financial crisis—it's failing again. When the banking system fails, the economy tanks and taxpayers are forced to cover bankers' losses.”

Together, Laffey and Kotlikoff propose a new paradigm in which banks operate exclusively as custodians of funds, ensuring their primary function is to protect the deposits of individuals and businesses. In this model, banks would be prohibited from engaging in speculative activities or risky investments, significantly mitigating the potential for systemic risk and reducing the likelihood of financial crises.

Kotlikoff added, “It's time to stop heads Wall Street wins, tails taxpayers lose. It's time to stop bankers from gambling with other people's money.  We need to make the banks less powerful. We need the financial system to stop blowing up the economy every 15 years. We need limited purpose banking.”

The benefits of limited purpose banking are multifold. Not only would it enhance financial stability, but it would also foster greater transparency, accountability, and public confidence in the banking sector. By insulating the broader economy from the excessive risks often associated with traditional banking practices, limited purpose banking would provide a strong foundation for sustainable economic growth and prosperity.

As a Presidential candidate, Laffey has pledged to prioritize the implementation of limited purpose banking as a critical aspect of his economic policy agenda. “I have been a proponent of Limited Purpose Banking since I read Larry Kotlikoff's book, Jimmy Stewart is Dead, in 2011," said Laffey.

Kotlikoff emphasizes the transformative potential of limited purpose banking, asserting that it represents a monumental step toward ensuring financial stability for future generations. “If elected, Steve Laffey will implement limited purpose banking, ending bank failures forever. Limited purpose banking is not radical. It's sensible,” Kotlikoff added, “That's why it's been mentioned so often by the Financial Times, other top media, and leading central bankers.”

Laffey and Kotlikoff are available for interviews.

On June 22nd from 6 to 8:30 PM EST, The Tech Incubator at Queens College (TIQC) will host a Demo Day for the twelve start-ups which received the founder’s fellowship this year.

This program is the culmination of a six-month project in collaboration with the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) Founder Fellowship program.  As a result of this fellowship, all start-up founders from underrepresented communities have gained access to the NYC tech startup ecosystem, through the joint network of the NYCEDC. “I see this extended access to the tech ecosystem as a great advantage for being a Founder Fellow in the program,“ says Ying Zhou, executive director of TIQC.

On June 22nd, demos of the groundbreaking work being done by the founder fellows at  TIQC will be showcased. The event will take place at the Benjamin S. Rosenthal Library, Room 230, Queens College, 65-30 Kissena Boulevard, Queens, NY 11367. Register here to attend: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/founder-fellowship-at-tiqc-demo-day-tickets-646464180767

One of the startups Kquika is using machine learning predictive technology to help airlines resolve flight delays and maintain equipment, thereby saving them significant amounts of money. Victor Oribamise, founder of Kquika, will present on his progress and how he has been invited by the Paris Air Show to represent the U.S.A.

”The common thread of the other startups in the TIQC program is that they are first and foremost social entrepreneurs. They are using technology-based solutions to solve challenges their communities are facing. The founder fellows have diverse background and are from different industries, including FinTech, HealthTech, LegalTech, UrbanTech, Entertainment Technology, AI, Data Analytics, and Ecommerce.”

More info on each of these start-ups is below. 

5050 Style, created by Charlie Lin, delivers elegantly designed, uplifting organizational products and services that seamlessly integrate into daily life, helping individuals cultivate healthy habits and unlock their full potential in both personal and professional spheres.

Animation Nights New York (ANNY), founded by Yvonne Grzenkowicz, is a platform that elevates and connects animators, gamers, artists, and technologists globally through monthly screening events and annual festivals. ANNY has curated the best Animated Short Films, virtual reality animation experiences, and interactive games from all around the world. Projects have been submitted from over 20,000 international teams. ANNY Exchange is a hub and platform connecting animation talent to opportunity.

TheraMotive, (previously named BodyLogicPT), founded by Dr. Omolola Omishore, is a breakthrough industry disruptor that is driving innovation in healthcare and impacting healthcare accessibility and inequity with a "Wellness on Demand" approach. The start-up is creating the nation's first fully equipped, tech-empowered mobile Physical Therapy clinic to serve more people in more communities in half the time.

Innocuous AI, founded by Regina Jaslow and Noam Rosenberg, helps enterprises harness the power of generative AI to boost productivity and enhance customer experiences. The startup is creating an easy-to-use B2B SaaS platform that enables businesses that may not have an AI developer team to take advantage of the power of GPT with their own proprietary data or any ever-changing external data to streamline workflows and enhance the value they provide to their customers.

Layman, founded by Esosa Ohonba. reclaims the legal system for the people using the power of the people. Layman is a web application that uses AI to help regular people crowdsource legally binding documents and contracts without needing lawyers for free in only a few minutes.

Light Pong & Friends, Inc., founded by Aaqib Usman, specializes in creating super cool connected toys for "kidults," catering to those who still feel like a kid at heart. The company's flagship product, Light Pong, is the world's first 1-dimensional game console, offering engaging games that can be enjoyed solo or with a friend and is suitable for ages 6 to 106.

REEAPA, founded by Maulana Randall, celebrates the diverse talent of Harlem, New York by creating local events and popup shops to allow musicians, dancers, street artists and more to showcase their talent. “Everybody’s life matters.”  She has a passion for helping the youth in her community and created Spitdatpain which builds strong communities through youth led communication and policing programs.

SaveAway®, founded by Om Kundu, Pioneering the “Save Now, Buy Later” category, SaveAway®’s patented platform offerings empower underserved buyers and sellers alike to realize opportunity where they least expected it: to render the unaffordable affordable, sustainably—by making more informed buying decisions and seeing those purchases fulfilled by seamlessly combining social advice + gifting from friends, with intelligent direct-deposited auto-saving, and sales offers — without the slippery slope of credit resulting in debt for far too many.

Solid Gold Global (Sagos Distro), founded by Kofi Mensah, is a new (global) music and video distribution platform with a network in over 60 countries. It is a full-service platform that provides end to end solutions to monetize on Web2 and Web3 and integrates NFTs as forms of payment and secures both royalties and protects the copyright & publishing for its artists.

TrustFundRegistry™, founded by Aixa Elgazwe. is an artificial intelligence wealth tech platform that aims to deliver automated financial tools and education through a gift registry business model. It empowers families in the BIPOC community to build and transfer intergenerational wealth.

Walkspan, founded by Bernardita Calinao, is a data-driven and location intelligence technology platform dedicated to advancing urban livability and walkability at a global scale with a preferential mapping technology allows users to find sidewalks that meet their walking criteria.  Rather than relying on the shortest route available, Walkspan empowers people by providing options like tree lined paths, shopping corridors, building edges marked with beautiful architecture, neighborhood vibrance and more.

“All the founder fellows are making progress towards realizing their vision. The program has helped them align their purpose with strategy and execution, move forward with clarity in their vision, and the essential connections and support from the mentors, advisors, the tech ecosystem and the community at large,” continues Zhou. “As the program draws to an end soon, all the founder fellows will continue to benefit from the founder fellows’ alumni network, including access to the collective recourses and receive additional perks such as one-year free WeWork access.”

For more information about the Founder Fellowship at Tech Incubator at Queens College, visit https://techincubatorqc.com/founder-fellowship/ or contact Ying Zhou at ying.zhou@qc.cuny.edu.

Darling Marcelle, a California-based jewelry brand that makes fun, lightweight jewelry, today announced the release of their new Modern Acrylic Zigzag Earrings. These stylish earrings are made with high quality mirrored acrylic and nickel-free titanium ear posts for comfortable all-day wear, even for people with sensitive ears.

The Modern Zigzag Earrings are available in four trendy colors: hot pink, blue, silver, and gold, making them a versatile accessory for any outfit. Their eye-catching design and lightweight construction make them perfect for lounging by the pool or adding a little zing to an everyday outfit.

The release of these statement earrings  showcases Darling Marcelle's dedication to providing stylish and comfortable jewelry options for their customers. With their playful designs and commitment to quality, Darling Marcelle has become a go-to brand for people who want to stand out.

"Darling Marcelle is known for creating colorful, bold and always lightweight jewelry," said Kaelen Van Cura, Creative Director of Darling Marcelle. “Our new Modern Zigzag Earrings are no exception. We wanted to create a fun and trendy accessory that was also comfortable and easy to wear.”

The Modern Zigzag Earrings are now available for purchase on the Darling Marcelle website. Customers can also browse the brand’s other colorful earrings, necklaces, and pins.

For more information on Darling Marcelle and their new Modern Acrylic Zigzag Earrings, please visit https://darlingmarcelle.com.

Fire Island Pines and Cherry Grove, two of the seventeen vibrant communities on Fire Island, are gearing up to host a weekend-long celebration dedicated to honoring and uplifting the contributions of Black people. Organized by the Black and Brown Equity Coalition (BaBEC), in partnership with Amazon.com, The Stonewall Inn Gives Back Initiative (SIGBI), and Jack’d, this event aims to educate, inspire, and entertain attendees through highly curated activities.

Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day, is a holiday that marks the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. It is celebrated annually on June 19th to recognize the day in 1865 when Union General Gordon Granger announced the abolition of slavery in Galveston, Texas, two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued. Juneteenth honors Black people’s resilience, achievements, and cultural contributions throughout history and serves as a reminder of the ongoing fight for racial justice and equality.

Taking place on the picturesque shores of Fire Island, the Juneteenth Fire Island celebration will be a testament to the unity and commitment of these communities to racial equity. This special event, scheduled for June 16-19, 2023, promises a diverse range of activities that encapsulate the essence of liberation and solidarity.

Throughout the weekend, attendees will be able to witness a captivating fashion show featuring the genderless fashion line BoiPKG. They will also be able to experience electrifying DJ sets and attend the renowned Mx. Juneteenth Fire Island Drag Pageant. In addition, the weekend will feature an unforgettable evening with The Dragon Sisters, a dynamic performance group known for their stunning artistry and empowering messages. A weekend highlight will be a beach solidarity march, paying tribute to the lives of people of color lost to anti-Black and trans violence and police brutality.

The Juneteenth Fire Island celebration serves as a platform for the Fire Island communities to reaffirm their dedication to racial equity and highlights the support of generous sponsors. Amazon.com, Stonewall Inn Gives Back Initiative (SIGBI), and the dating app Jack’d, have stepped forward to help make this event possible, demonstrating their commitment to fostering inclusivity and celebrating diversity. Additionally, community partners BOFFO and the Sayville Ferry have played an integral role in bringing this celebration to life, contributing their resources and support.

“One of the reasons that I love BaBEC so much is because we really put in the work to build a bridge for BIPOC and TGNCI people from off-island to on-island," said Tomik Dash, President of BaBEC. "We do this by creating events, such as Juneteenth Fire Island, that are intentionally created with those demographics in mind first. Our events and initiatives allow Black and trans people to see reflections of themselves, hear music from our communities, and celebrate authentically in a space where we don’t feel othered. BaBEC is the future of Fire Island.”

About

BaBEC develops and implements initiatives and activities to promote Black and transgender equity as well as a sense of belonging among LGBTQ+ Black people and all people of color in Cherry Grove, Fire Island Pines, and surrounding areas. We do this by building coalition with value-aligned people, businesses, and organizations on and off-island. Learn more at https://babecfireisland.org. 

EZ Newswire, a platform that makes it easy and affordable for businesses of all sizes to create and publish their news, today unveiled its latest feature that allows users to effortlessly include images to level up their news announcements at no additional cost.

"Our mission is to empower businesses of all sizes to easily create engaging content that resonates with their target audience," said Caitlin Kelly and Neel Shah, founders of EZ Newswire. "With this new feature, businesses can increase the visibility of their news to generate exposure and drive sales. While other services usually charge extra for adding images, we always operate with a customer-first mindset and firmly believe that this should be included for free.”

Last week, EZ Newswire announced its first new feature addition, “Publish Your Own,” enabling customers to supply their own written releases and still leverage the platform’s publisher network, providing users more options to create and publish content in addition to using EZ Newswire’s powerful AI-enabled content writer.

For more information about EZ Newswire, please visit www.eznewswire.com.

About EZ Newswire

EZ Newswire is a platform that makes it easy and affordable for businesses of all sizes to create and publish their news. Our technology produces professional announcements in minutes with no writing or public relations experience required, while our publisher network guarantees placement to ensure the news reaches the right audience. From Main Street to Wall Street, find out why thousands of organizations trust us to power their headlines at www.eznewswire.com.

Transitiv and ServiceMinder are pleased to announce their strategic partnership, aimed at transforming the home services industry. This collaboration brings together Transitiv's expertise in data warehousing and business intelligence  solutions for franchise networks and ServiceMinder's comprehensive platform for managing and operating home services franchises.

Transitiv specializes in stitching together fragmented data, then providing franchisors and their networks with actionable insights for business growth. ServiceMinder offers a robust field service management platform, empowering home service businesses to streamline operations and deliver exceptional customer experiences.

By joining forces, Transitiv and ServiceMinder will introduce an end-to-end service management solution that leverages business intelligence capabilities and powerful field service management tools. This partnership will revolutionize service operations, enabling businesses to optimize workflows, enhance customer experiences, and drive growth.

"We are excited to partner with ServiceMinder and reshape the future of the service industry," said Christian Pillat, CEO of Transitiv. "Together, we will empower franchisors and their networks to make data-driven decisions, unlocking their true potential for sustained success."

"We are thrilled to collaborate with Transitiv and leverage their advanced technology," said John Keene, CEO of ServiceMinder. "This partnership will provide home service businesses with a comprehensive solution that optimizes operations and drives growth, setting new standards for service excellence."

To learn more about this partnership and stay updated on product developments, please visit www.transitiv.io and www.serviceminder.io.

Averill House Vineyard, a family-owned winery with a grape-to-glass philosophy located in the Hillsborough Watershed of Brookline, New Hampshire, announced today the launch of their newest wine, MMM! Mango, Maple, Moscato in Select New Hampshire Liquor & Wine Outlets. Handcrafted with organic practices and renewable strategies to ensure sustainability, Averill House Vineyard offers a unique and traditional wine experience.

The launch of MMM! Mango, Maple, Moscato signifies Averill House Vineyard's commitment to crafting innovative wines that highlight the flavors of the region. This new wine is the perfect blend of sweet and tangy, with notes of tropical mango and the subtle sweetness of maple, balanced by the crisp, refreshing flavor of Moscato. They chose local maple syrup cooked over a hard wood fire from Goosebrook Meadows Sugar House located in Harrisville, NH.

"We are excited to introduce our newest wine, MMM! Mango, Maple, Moscato," said Bob Waite, the Vigneron of Averill House Vineyard. "As a family-owned winery, we take pride in crafting unique and traditional wines that showcase the flavors of our vineyard and local community. We are excited to share this new wine with our customers and hope they enjoy it as much as we do."

Don't forget Father's Day is less than 2 weeks away, make sure to snag your tickets to this years Father's Day Sip, Brew, & BBQ! featuring Averill House Vineyard  wines, guest brewery: Frogg Brewing  and finger licking good spit-roasted pork from The Pig Kahuna  Buy your tickets now: Averillhousevineyard.com/events

Averill House Vineyard's commitment to sustainability and organic practices extends to their philanthropy efforts. The winery supports The Elephant Sanctuary, an organization dedicated to providing a safe haven for retired circus elephants.

Looking to the future, Averill House Vineyard plans to continue crafting high-quality wines that showcase the flavors of the region while maintaining their commitment to sustainability and philanthropy.

For more information or for shipping options for Averill House Vineyard and their wines, visit https://averillhousevineyard.com.

In response to the annual threats posed by the Atlantic hurricane season, the State of Florida has announced two separate Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holidays for 2023. This year, for the first time, Floridians will be granted two 14-day periods of sales tax exemptions on selected items that are essential for hurricane preparedness. These periods run from May 27 through June 9, and from August 26 through September 8, respectively.

Bethany Wester, Communications Director with the Florida Department of Revenue, highlighted the significance of this change: "The second tax-free holiday, introduced for the first time this year, comes right before the peak of the hurricane season, providing citizens an additional opportunity to be prepared."

This amendment, courtesy of House Bill 7063, and awaiting signature from Gov. Ron DeSantis, is intended to encourage and facilitate residents to prepare for hurricane season, which extends from June 1 to November 30, with the most active phase typically occurring from August through October.

The sales tax exemption applies to a range of specific items, including but not limited to:

• Portable generators used to provide light or communications or preserve food in the event of a power outage, with a sales price of $3,000 or less.
• Self-powered lights of $40 or less.
• Portable self-powered radios, including two-way and weather-band radios of $50 or less.
• A package of specific battery types with a sales price of $50 or less, excluding automobile and boat batteries.
• Smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, and carbon monoxide detectors with a sales price of $70 or less.
• The tax holidays are aligned with numerous summertime sales events, including those at stores such as Satellite Phone Store, thereby offering citizens the potential for considerable cost savings as they prepare for the hurricane season.

Florida residents are urged to take full advantage of these tax-free periods to ensure they are adequately prepared for any potential hurricane threat. 

Satellite Phone Store, experts in alternative communication and disaster preparedness carries a wide-range of power banks, EcoFlow generators and other products that are exempt from taxes during both Florida Tax Holidays. Currently they have a special on Power Bank & Solar Panel bundles to capitalize on this exemption. You can visit their store at www.satellitephonestore.com for more information.

Dtocs LLC, a sustainable women-owned small business, announced today the launch of their compostable and microwave safe, non-toxic, single-use disposable dinnerware made from naturally fallen palm leaves. The company is encouraging households and businesses to say goodbye to toxic and unsafe paper and plastic single-use disposables and hello to #Dtocs tableware made from fallen palm leaves. Customers can try a sample kit on the company's website.

Plastic and paper single-use disposable dinnerware have caused significant harm to the environment and public health. With the launch of Dtocs' sustainable tableware made from fallen palm leaves, customers now have an eco-friendly and safe option for their homes and events.

Dtocs is committed to providing high-quality, non-toxic, and compostable tableware that is both functional and aesthetically pleasing. Their products are perfect for households, food businesses, events, and hospitality services. The company's focus on sustainability and eco-friendliness sets them apart from other tableware manufacturers.

According to Pallavi Pande, Owner and Founder of Dtocs LLC, "We are thrilled to launch our sustainable and safe tableware made from fallen palm leaves. Our mission is to provide a high-quality and eco-friendly alternative to plastic and paper single-use disposables. We believe that our products will make a significant difference in the fight against environmental degradation and public health hazards."

In the future, Dtocs LLC aims to expand its product line to include other sustainable and eco-friendly options for customers. The company is committed to making a positive impact on the environment and public health.

For more information about Dtocs LLC and their sustainable tableware, visit https://www.dtocs.com.