Penda Learning Releases 850 Online Standards-Aligned Science Activities to Support Rigorous Science Instruction in Distance and In-Person Learning Environments

LOVELAND, Colo., Aug. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The 2020-21 school year will be like no other on record and presents many challenges for educators as they strive to provide high-quality, rigorous science instruction to students in both in-person and distance learning situations. In response, Penda Learning has added 850 new interactive science activities for grades 3­–10 aligned to Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), Florida NGSSS, and Texas TEKS to their digital, game-based learning platform….

LOVELAND, Colo., Aug. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The 2020-21 school year will be like no other on record and presents many challenges for educators as they strive to provide high-quality, rigorous science instruction to students in both in-person and distance learning situations. In response, Penda Learning has added 850 new interactive science activities for grades 3­–10 aligned to Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), Florida NGSSS, and Texas TEKS to their digital, game-based learning platform. Other product updates and integrations will support science instruction for English learners and students with disabilities and streamline access to the platform for both students and their teachers.

«It’s very likely that every school in the country will provide some form of digital learning this school year — whether blended or fully online,» said Brad Baird, President of Learning 2020, parent company of Penda Learning. «Penda Learning was designed to engage and motivate learners as well as facilitate independent learning. Our newest activities and latest updates make Penda an even more valuable resource to ensure continuity of learning with the uncertainty that we’re facing in the 2020-21 school year.»

During spring school closures many districts struggled with how to provide support and services to English learners and students with disabilities. Penda Learning’s integration of Immersive Reader, a Microsoft Learning Tool, into the platform makes all of Penda’s science activities accessible to learners of all abilities. In addition to providing translation of more than 60 languages, Immersive Reader enables text to be read out loud, breaks it into syllables, and increases spacing between lines and letters. It also offers text decoding solutions and other supports for students with word-reading difficulties such as dyslexia.

Whether learning in school or remotely, teachers, students and families juggle dozens of online learning platforms that all require unique usernames and passwords. This spring, many students and their caregivers were frustrated by the number of accounts they had to remember. Single Sign On (SSO) is a simple solution that Penda Learning now supports through integration with ClassLink, Clever, OAuth, and others. Penda Learning also now supports OneRoster for the secure and reliable transfer of student information between a district’s Student Information System (SIS) and the Penda platform. This will simplify and speed up the onboarding of teachers and students into Penda.

Another enhancement to Penda Learning is Learning Tool Interoperability (LTI) 1.3 Advantage support which enables seamless integration between Penda Learning and a district’s Learning Management System (LMS). Teachers can assign Penda activities in the LMS and students can access them directly within the LMS platform rather than having to exit and login to Penda. As students complete assignments, their Penda scores are automatically added to the LMS gradebook. This integration reduces teachers’ workload and helps students stay focused on learning.

According to Mr. Baird, «School districts realized this spring that robust technology solutions are essential to providing effective distance instruction but not every digital learning platform has the built-in tools to make access and use simple and easy for teachers, students and their families. Our world-class developers looked at the issues educators faced this spring and have enhanced Penda Learning so that it is as convenient, easy to use and flexible as possible.»

Learn more about how Penda Learning can support a return to learning and ensure rigorous science instruction wherever students are learning, visit www.pendalearning.com.

About Learning 2020
Learning 2020, parent company to Penda Learning, is dedicated to identifying pressing, unfilled needs within the K-12 education market and developing technology solutions that solve these challenges in innovative and cost-effective ways that will positively impact teaching and learning. Formed in early 2019 by Brad Baird and Bill Tudor, experienced education technology entrepreneurs, Learning 2020’s current focus is on ensuring all students have access to high quality science and math instruction whether learning at home or in school.  www.pendalearning.com

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TOP the organic project Launches Plant the Change Initiative

DUXBURY, Mass., Aug. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — While 2020 has been full of uncertainty, it has also been a year of collective growth for women around the world. In light of this, TOP the organic project (TOP) is launching a new initiative, Plant the Change, encouraging its female community to take a pause and make a pledge to do better, together – in big and small ways.

TOP, a women-owned period product company that makes plant-based,100% certified-organic cotton tampons and pads, will…

DUXBURY, Mass., Aug. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — While 2020 has been full of uncertainty, it has also been a year of collective growth for women around the world. In light of this, TOP the organic project (TOP) is launching a new initiative, Plant the Change, encouraging its female community to take a pause and make a pledge to do better, together – in big and small ways.

TOP, a women-owned period product company that makes plant-based,100% certified-organic cotton tampons and pads, will Plant the Change starting on August 19 and advocate for all women and girls to be introspective and seek a deeper understanding of their own health and well-being, the environment as well as social change. The initiative, running until the end of September, is aimed to empower females to embrace this year’s many challenges by trying to find the good and creating change for the better.

«This year has forced many of us to change,» says Thyme Sullivan, TOP co-founder and CEO. «It’s been a devastating year on so many levels and has impacted each of us in many different ways. At TOP, we’re choosing to find the silver lining by pledging to make positive improvements and focus on what matters most. We’re asking our community to join us. We all have the power to make change and are encouraging women around the world to vow to take better care of their bodies, health, the environment or any other causes that are close to their hearts.»

Here is how TOP’s Plant the Change initiative works:

  • Make a Pledge.

We invite our community to visit https://toporganicproject.com/pages/plant-the-change and make a personal pledge to commit to causes most important to them – big or small. It can be as simple as pledging to swap out their tampons for plant-based, organic ones and thus, protecting the planet and their personal health. Or, by promising to donate time to a local nonprofit, grabbing groceries for a neighbor, tutoring kids in need, supporting local businesses, voting, getting involved in Black Lives Matter, leading a plant-based lifestyle, being kinder to strangers or anything else they see fit.

In addition to their pledge, participants can share a photo (a selfie, pet, favorite plant, etc.) and their city. And by doing so, TOP will highlight different members from its community throughout September to inspire all of us to make changes for ourselves, our families and our communities.

Inspiring Change.

Throughout August and September, TOP will call on female artists to creatively interpret and bring its Plant the Change initiative to life, using their own styles and incorporating plants, greenery, and other sustainable materials into their pieces. The artists and their photography, paintings, drawings and graphic designs will be featured on TOP’s Instagram channels during the campaign. What’s more, in honor of each artist, the company will donate period products to a nonprofit, school or food bank of the artist’s choice. The brand is aiming to donate 20,000 period products to support women and girls in need across the country as part of their charitable giving program. To date, TOP has given 250,000 products to organizations dedicated to helping women and girls who need it the most.

Plant the Change initiative was inspired by TOP’s inclusion in Design Innovations for Women presented by The Museum of Modern Art’s (MoMA) Design Store, which is a celebration of good design for female sexuality, health and wellness. This special pop-up explores the evolution of everyday products, like period care, conceived to improve and enrich the lives of women through good design. It’s a diverse lineup of remarkable products, designed largely for women, by women. Beginning August 19 throughout September 26, the pop-up will feature beautiful design, inspiration and virtual conversations aimed to eliminate the stigma around the female body.

About TOP the organic project:

TOP the organic project is an emerging, women-owned period product company based in Duxbury, MA, that aims to educate and empower women to make better choices about the products they consume and the impact they have on their bodies, as well as the environment. TOP offers 100% organic cotton, plant-based, hypoallergenic tampons and pads that are accessible to everyone with a give-back model that drives awareness of period poverty in the U.S. Founded by Thyme Sullivan and Denielle Finkelstein, mothers and seasoned executives with decades of relevant corporate experience, TOP dreams of a world in which every girl and woman has access to healthy, organic period products that are good for them and the planet. To learn more, visit http://www.toporganicproject.com.

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Outlook on the Weapon Mounts Global Market (2020 to 2027) – by Mount Type, Platform & Mode of Operation

DUBLIN, Aug. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The «Weapon Mounts Market Forecast to 2027 – COVID-19 Impact and Global Analysis by Mount Type; Platform; Mode of Operation» report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering.

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The Weapon mounts market was valued at US$ 1, 026.0 billion in 2019 and is projected to reach US$ 1, 727.0 billion by 2027; it is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.8% from 2020 to 2027. The stimulating demand for remote weapon stations and increasing military expenditureare some of the key driving factors for global weapon mounts market. Moreover, accentuating adoption of armored vehiclesis anticipated to drive the growth of weapon mounts market during the forecast period.

However, stability issues and heavy weight of solider portable mountsmay hinder the growth of the market. The growth in asymmetric warfare is propelling the military forces to opt for easy and convenient traversing capability. Owing to this, the demand for armored personnel carriers (APC) and light armored vehicles (LAV) is continuously up surging in the current scenario. The demand for easy maneuverability and increasing military budgets year on year has been reflecting increased attraction for armored vehicles among the military forces.

Another factor gaining attraction of military forces towards armored vehicles is the capability to combat cross-border conflicts. The manufacturers of armored vehicles are integrating their vehicles with advanced technologies, including sensors, countermeasure systems, command and control systems (C2), weapon mounts, and fire control systems. Pertaining to the fact that the armored vehicles are capable of carrying machine guns, rocket launchers, the demand for weapon mounts on armored vehicles is accentuating rapidly, which is supporting the growth of weapon mounts market.

The market for weapon mounts is segmented into mount type, platform, mode of operation, and geography. Based on mount type, the weapon mounts market is segmented into static mount and non-static mount. In 2019, the non-static mount segment held the largest share of global weapon mounts market. Based on platform, the weapon mounts market is segmented into ground, naval, and airborne. Naval based platforms are expected to be the fastest growing segment during the forecast period. Based on mode of operation, the market is segmented into manned and remotely operated.

The manned segment contributed a substantial share in 2019 and remotely operated segment is projected to be the fastest growing mode of operation during the forecast period. Geographically, the market is broadly segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East and Africa (MEA), and South America (SAM). North America held the major share of the market in 2019 and is expected to continue its dominance till 2027.

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Key Topics Covered:

1. Introduction
1.1 Study Scope
1.2 Report Guidance
1.3 Market Segmentation
1.3.1 Weapon Mounts Market – By Mount Type
1.3.2 Weapon Mounts Market – By Platform
1.3.3 Weapon Mounts Market – By Mode of Operation
1.3.4 Weapon Mounts Market- By Region

2. Key Takeaways

3. Research Methodology
3.1 Coverage
3.2 Secondary Research
3.3 Primary Research

4. Weapon Mounts Market Landscape
4.1 Market Overview
4.2 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
4.2.1 Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.2.2 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.2.3 Threat to New Entrants
4.2.4 Threat to Substitutes
4.2.5 Competitive Rivalry
4.3 Ecosystem Analysis

5. Weapon Mounts Market – Key Market Dynamics
5.1 Key Market Driver
5.1.1 Stimulating Demand for Remote Weapon Stations
5.1.2 Increasing Military Expenditure
5.2 Key Market Restraint
5.2.1 Stability Issues and Heavy Weight of Solider Portable Mounts
5.3 Key Market Opportunity
5.3.1 Accentuating Adoption of Armoured Vehicles
5.4 Future Trends
5.4.1 Continuous Focus on Development of Robust Mounting Solutions
5.5 Impact Analysis of Drivers and Restraints

6. Weapon Mounts – Global Market Analysis
6.1 Overview
6.2 Weapon Mounts Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2027 (US$ Million)

7. Weapon Mounts Market Analysis – By Mount Type
7.1 Overview
7.2 Weapon Mounts Market, By Mount Type (2019 and 2027)
7.3 Static Mount
7.3.1 Overview
7.3.2 Static Mount: Weapon Mounts Market -Revenue and Forecast to 2027 (US$ Million)
7.4 Non-Static Mount
7.4.1 Overview
7.4.2 Non-Static Mount: Weapon Mounts Market -Revenue and Forecast to 2027 (US$ Million)

8. Weapon Mounts Market Analysis – By Platform
8.1 Overview
8.2 Weapon Mounts Market, By Platform (2019 and 2027)
8.3 Ground
8.3.1 Overview
8.3.2 Ground: Weapon Mounts Market -Revenue and Forecast to 2027 (US$ Million)
8.3.3 Vehicle-Mounted
8.3.3.1 Overview
8.3.3.2 Vehicle-Mounted: Weapon Mounts Market -Revenue and Forecast to 2027 (US$ Million)
8.3.4 Fixed Installation
8.3.4.1 Overview
8.3.4.2 Fixed Installation: Weapon Mounts Market -Revenue and Forecast to 2027 (US$ Million)
8.3.5 Dismounted Soldiers
8.3.5.1 Overview
8.3.5.2 Dismounted Soldiers: Weapon Mounts Market -Revenue and Forecast to 2027 (US$ Million)
8.4 Naval
8.4.1 Overview
8.4.2 Naval: Weapon Mounts Market -Revenue and Forecast to 2027 (US$ Million)
8.4.3 Aircraft Carriers
8.4.3.1 Overview
8.4.3.2 Aircraft Carriers: Weapon Mounts Market -Revenue and Forecast to 2027 (US$ Million)
8.4.4 Destroyers
8.4.4.1 Overview
8.4.4.2 Destroyers: Weapon Mounts Market -Revenue and Forecast to 2027 (US$ Million)
8.4.5 Frigates
8.4.5.1 Overview
8.4.5.2 Frigates: Weapon Mounts Market -Revenue and Forecast to 2027 (US$ Million)
8.4.6 Corvettes
8.4.6.1 Overview
8.4.6.2 Corvettes: Weapon Mounts Market -Revenue and Forecast to 2027 (US$ Million)
8.4.7 Offshore Patrol Vessels
8.4.7.1 Overview
8.4.7.2 Offshore Patrol Vessels: Weapon Mounts Market -Revenue and Forecast to 2027 (US$ Million)
8.5 Airborne
8.5.1 Overview
8.5.2 Airborne: Weapon Mounts Market -Revenue and Forecast to 2027 (US$ Million)
8.5.3 Combat Aircraft
8.5.3.1 Overview
8.5.3.2 Combat Aircraft: Weapon Mounts Market -Revenue and Forecast to 2027 (US$ Million)
8.5.4 Attack Helicopters
8.5.4.1 Overview
8.5.4.2 Attack Helicopters: Weapon Mounts Market -Revenue and Forecast to 2027 (US$ Million)
8.5.5 Special Mission Aircraft
8.5.5.1 Overview
8.5.5.2 Special Mission Aircraft: Weapon Mounts Market -Revenue and Forecast to 2027 (US$ Million)

9. Weapon Mounts Market Analysis – By Mode of Operation
9.1 Overview
9.2 Weapon Mounts Market, By Mode of Operation (2019 and 2027)
9.3 Manned
9.3.1 Overview
9.3.2 Manned: Weapon Mounts Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2027 (US$ Million)
9.4 Remotely Operated
9.4.1 Overview
9.4.2 Remotely Operated: Weapon Mounts Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2027 (US$ Million)

10. Weapon Mount Market – Geographic Analysis
10.1 Overview
10.2 North America: Weapon Mount Market
10.3 Europe: Weapon Mount Market
10.4 APAC: Weapon Mount Market
10.5 MEA: Weapon Mount Market
10.6 SAM: Weapon Mounts Market

11. Impact of Coronavirus Outbreak
11.1 Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Global Weapon Mounts Market
11.1.1 North America: Impact Assessment of COVID-19 Pandemic
11.1.2 Europe: Impact Assessment of COVID-19 Pandemic
11.1.3 Asia-Pacific: Impact Assessment of COVID-19 Pandemic
11.1.4 Middle East and Africa: Impact Assessment of COVID-19 Pandemic
11.1.5 South America: Impact Assessment of COVID-19 Pandemic

12. Industry Landscape
12.1 Market Initiative

13. Company Profiles
13.1 AEI Systems Ltd
13.1.1 Key Facts
13.1.2 Business Description
13.1.3 Products and Services
13.1.4 Financial Overview
13.1.5 SWOT Analysis
13.1.6 Key Developments
13.2 CRSystems Inc.
13.3 Engine Engineering Company
13.4 FN HERSTAL
13.5 Troy Products
13.6 Leonardo
13.7 ISTEC SERVICES LTD
13.8 Military Systems Group, Inc.
13.9 TMIL-systems
13.10 WE Platt

14. Appendix

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TN Fireplace & Chimney advises homeowners to check air circulation to ensure safe and comfortable indoor air quality

KNOXVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — TN Fireplace & Chimney, East Tennessee’s leading chimney care company and a proud supporter of Tennessee football, encourages homeowners in the area to maintain healthy indoor air quality (IAQ) by making…

KNOXVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — TN Fireplace & Chimney, East Tennessee’s leading chimney care company and a proud supporter of Tennessee football, encourages homeowners in the area to maintain healthy indoor air quality (IAQ) by making sure their chimney air circulates properly and isn’t drawing outside dust, pollen, and other outside pollutants inside.

Air drawn in by the chimney can contribute to odors, allergies, mold, and poor performance of the fireplace or stove.

«This is a situation where energy efficiency can work against you,» said Josh Cate, owner of TN Fireplace & Chimney. «When air goes out of the chimney, it has to be replaced. Modern construction has advanced to the point that new homes are airtight, so the only route for replacement air to come in is down the chimney. When that happens, it can bring in particles and contaminants from outside as well as material that accumulates inside the chimney.»

Any accumulation in the chimney can also result in safety and performance issues, including back drafts and the buildup of a flammable material called creosote.

Cate recommends a professional inspection if you suspect your chimney is drawing down air that negatively affects your home’s indoor air quality. For immediate relief, open a window near the fireplace or stove or remove weatherstripping around doors and windows in that room.

«For a permanent solution, adding an exterior vent is one option,» Cate said. «Another is installing an energy recovery ventilator (ERV) to the HVAC system. These are designed to maintain the right balance of air pressure and also filter outside air before it comes in, so most particles and irritants are eliminated. This is one of the most effective methods for improving and maintaining your home’s IAQ.»

For more information about TN Fireplace & Chimney or to schedule an appointment for inspection or cleaning, visit https://tnchimney.com.

About TN Fireplace & Chimney
TN Fireplace & Chimney, the leading chimney care company in East Tennessee and one of the fastest-growing chimney companies in the country, was founded in 2008 by Josh Cate to deliver industry-leading service based on technology, training and a full line of fireplace and chimney maintenance, repair, installation, cleaning and remodeling options. As a Tennessee-licensed contractor and a proud supporter of Tennessee athletics, TN Fireplace & Chimney deploys a team of highly trained technicians and advanced technology to provide the highest level of customer service throughout Knox, Anderson, Claiborne, Campbell, Morgan, Blount, Loudon, Sevier and Jefferson counties. For more information, visit https://tnchimney.com/.

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27 CEOs Launch the New York Jobs CEO Council

NEW YORK, Aug. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — CEOs from 27 of the largest employers in the New York area are launching the New York Jobs CEO Council. The new CEO-led, results-oriented coalition will collaborate with educational institutions, community organizations and nonprofits to hire skilled workers, meet employer needs and connect New Yorkers — with a focus on low-income and Black, Latinx and Asian communities — with the skills that they need for today’s and…

NEW YORK, Aug. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — CEOs from 27 of the largest employers in the New York area are launching the New York Jobs CEO Council. The new CEO-led, results-oriented coalition will collaborate with educational institutions, community organizations and nonprofits to hire skilled workers, meet employer needs and connect New Yorkers — with a focus on low-income and Black, Latinx and Asian communities — with the skills that they need for today’s and tomorrow’s workplace. The member organizations aim to hire 100,000 traditionally underserved New Yorkers by 2030, a goal which includes job opportunities and apprenticeships for 25,000 CUNY students.

The New York Jobs CEO Council will be led by Dr. Gail Mellow, who most recently served as President of LaGuardia Community College.

«Access to quality education and training for in-demand jobs is key to creating economic opportunity for youth and workers in New York,» said Dr. Mellow. «Our mission is to ensure people in New York’s most vulnerable communities can access the skills that they need to pursue promising career pathways and benefit from the city’s economic recovery.»

«The COVID crisis highlighted a sad societal truth: underserved communities too often pay the highest price, and as we work to build back better from this virus, New York is confronting this injustice head on,» Governor Andrew M. Cuomo said. «The new initiative will play an important role connecting underserved communities with career resources and access to New York’s world-class educational institutions, helping ensure economic prosperity is a dream anyone can realize, no matter their zip code.»

New York has the largest gross domestic product (GDP) of any Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) in the U.S. However, not all of the area’s residents are positioned to benefit from the city’s economy as it recovers from the impacts of the COVID-19 crisis. Even before the crisis, which has had a disproportionate impact on low-income Black, Latinx and Asian communities, unemployment in the Bronx was 85% higher than in Manhattan. At the same time, jobs in high demand have not been filled, with less than 400,000 unemployed workers but significantly more job openings in New York in 2018-2019.

By joining forces with local educational institutions, community organizations and nonprofits, the New York Jobs CEO Council members will use their collective resources, capital and network to scale proven employer solutions, build on successful models and share best practices to maximize the Jobs Council’s impact in creating pathways to stable careers for New Yorkers in low-income and diverse communities.

«The economic crisis brought on by COVID-19 has had a disproportionate impact on low-income communities of color, and our recovery starts with investing in them,» said Mayor Bill de Blasio. «I’m thankful the New York Jobs CEO Council is joining us to promote economic justice and provide opportunities for our City’s diverse workforce. Together, we will build back our economy fairer and stronger than ever before.»

The New York Jobs CEO Council’s co-chairs include: Jamie Dimon, CEO and Chairman, JPMorgan Chase; Carmine Di Sibio, Global Chairman and CEO, EY; Arvind Krishna, CEO, IBM; Kevin Sneader, Global Managing Partner, McKinsey & Company; and Julie Sweet, CEO, Accenture. Other initial members of the organization include: Ajay Banga, CEO, Mastercard; Jeff Bezos, Founder and CEO, Amazon; Michael Corbat, CEO, Citi; Steven J. Corwin, M.D., CEO, NewYork-Presbyterian; Kenneth Davis, M.D., President and CEO, Mount Sinai Health System; Brian Duperreault, CEO, AIG; Roger Ferguson, President and CEO, TIAA; Larry Fink, CEO and Chairman, BlackRock; Todd Gibbons, CEO, BNY Mellon; Peter Grauer, Chairman, Bloomberg L.P.; Meredith Kopit Levien, incoming President and CEO, The New York Times Company; John McAvoy, CEO, Con Edison; Brian Moynihan, CEO, Bank of America; Satya Nadella, CEO, Microsoft; Philip Ozuah, M.D., Ph.D., CEO, Montefiore Medicine; Sundar Pichai, CEO, Google; Charlie Scharf, CEO, Wells Fargo; David Solomon, Chairman and CEO, Goldman Sachs; Rob Speyer, President and CEO, Tishman Speyer; Stephen Squeri, Chairman and CEO, American Express; Craig Thompson, M.D., President and CEO, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center; and Hans Vestberg, CEO, Verizon.

The New York Jobs CEO Council will seek opportunities to engage additional CEOs in order to broaden its membership and ensure that companies of all sizes are represented.

Goals and Partners
The initial goal of the New York Jobs CEO Council is to hire early-career New Yorkers from low-income and Black, Latinx and Asian communities into stable jobs that set them on long-term career pathways.

The New York Jobs CEO Council will collaborate with CUNY to support student learning and the development of in-demand career pathways. These efforts will help 25,000 students who face barriers to economic opportunity secure entry-level jobs, apprenticeships and work-based learning opportunities with promising career trajectories at the New York Jobs CEO Council member companies.

«Having lifted generations of low-income New Yorkers into the middle class and beyond, CUNY’s singular academic quality and affordability set it apart as perhaps the most potent engine of social and economic advancement in the United States,» said Félix V. Matos Rodríguez, Chancellor, City University of New York. «Because of our vast reach and unparalleled ability to scale educational opportunities — from short-term certificates to doctoral degrees — CUNY is ideally positioned to prepare large numbers of diverse, adept New Yorkers to take advantage of the extraordinary opportunity that the New York Jobs CEO Council initiative represents. We look forward to working with many of the largest employers in the City in applying theoretical learning to real-world contexts and building on CUNY’s historic mission of high-quality education and service to underserved students and immigrant communities.»

In addition, to help more New Yorkers access modern youth apprenticeship opportunities, the New York Jobs CEO Council will adopt the CareerWise NY model of apprenticeship. CareerWise NY is an initiative that was incubated by nonprofit organization HERE to HERE and will now be established as an independent nonprofit. 

«Our student interns and apprentices are motivated by doing ‘work that matters’ in a real-world setting and as part of a team. For them, this is the ideal way to acquire critical workplace skills and begin building a network. Employers are often surprised by how quickly they learn and are able to contribute. That’s why we are excited about the launch of the New York Jobs CEO Council,» said Abby Jo Sigal, Founding CEO of HERE to HERE. «For HERE to HERE, it is the fruition of an enormous amount of work over the past two years to help establish and help incubate the business council as well as CareerWise New York. The new Jobs Council will bring the opportunities for work-based learning to many more students. It’s a great investment in New York’s future and economic recovery and promises to be life changing for many of the students we work with in the Bronx and throughout the city.»

The New York Jobs CEO Council will also partner with organizations such as HERE to HERE and the New York City Department of Education to help scale relevant programs. Over time, the Jobs Council will seek to foster partnerships with additional educational institutions, community organizations and nonprofits.

In the future, the New York Jobs CEO Council will broaden the scope of its work to further expand its efforts to connect young people with in-demand jobs and support mid-career and transitioning workers.

More information about the Jobs Council’s goals and partners can be found here.

Leadership and Governance
Dr. Gail Mellow will serve as Executive Director of the New York Jobs CEO Council. Dr. Mellow most recently served as President of LaGuardia Community College, where she developed and executed the College’s strategy that increased credit enrollment, graduation rates and dramatically expanded workforce development programs. Stanford University research ranks LaGuardia among the top five community colleges in creating social mobility for its students.  

Dr. Mellow has more than 30 years of experience in higher education. She is a nationally recognized leader on the changing landscape of higher education and strategies for moving low-income students into the middle class. Her leadership catalyzed collaboration between business and education resulting in thousands of new jobs and more profitable companies in New York City. Frequently appointed to national commissions on education and the workplace, she is also an active scholar with more than 20 books and articles.

More information on the Jobs Council’s leadership and governance structure can be found here.

About the New York Jobs CEO Council
The New York Jobs CEO Council is a results-oriented coalition of CEOs whose companies are collaborating to create a new talent pipeline that meets New York employers’ evolving needs, and to provide New Yorkers from low-income and diverse communities with the skills and resources they need for the future of work. The organization supports the development, testing, implementation and scaling of innovative and successful solutions that can prepare residents, especially those in communities that lack access to economic opportunity, for the rapidly     evolving needs and demands of the workplace. The New York Jobs CEO Council companies aim to hire 100,000 New York residents by 2030, including 25,000 CUNY students.

Quotes from the Job Council’s Co-Chairs
«Many New Yorkers are stuck in low-paying jobs that could be lost in the future or are struggling to navigate the labor market as the COVID-19 crisis has further exacerbated the economic inequities in the city. As companies with a long-standing commitment to the New York area and its residents, we are using our collective power to prepare the city’s workforce with the skills of the future and helping New Yorkers who have been left behind get a foot in the door.»  Jamie Dimon, CEO and Chairman, JPMorgan Chase

«As a life-long New York area resident, I have seen the vast evolution of the job market in our area, but in recent years the changes have been swifter and more detrimental to those in low-income communities. The pandemic has exacerbated this trend. We must do more to make sure that the region is a place for all to thrive. The NY Jobs Council will help all New Yorkers get the training and skills they need to move up the economic ladder.» Carmine Di Sibio, Global Chairman and CEO, EY

«The Jobs Council will create much-needed economic opportunities for New Yorkers in diverse and underserved communities. With COVID-19 amplifying existing social inequities, we are stepping up to boost social mobility by broadening access to skills, training and jobs. This will not only help companies tap into fresh new talent but also ensure that people of all backgrounds can reap the fruits of the city’s economic recovery and thrive in a fast-changing job market.» Arvind Krishna, CEO, IBM

«Our research estimates that more jobs in the metro New York area are at risk from COVID-19 than anywhere else in the U.S. The pandemic is accelerating trends that were already reshaping the future of work, particularly for underserved communities and other vulnerable segments of the population. Our analysis also shows that giving people the right training, skills and support can have significant impact on their livelihoods, and we are proud to help the Jobs Council build a more resilient, inclusive workforce for all New Yorkers that can serve as a model for other communities.»  Kevin Sneader, Global Managing Partner of McKinsey & Company

«We look forward to working with our New York Jobs CEO Council partners to help advance equality and create opportunities for underserved New Yorkers. Now more than ever, professional apprenticeship and work-based learning programs play a critical role in closing the skills gap, helping people become job-ready for the roles of the future, and providing the support they need to realize their full potential.» – Julie Sweet, Chief Executive Officer, Accenture

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Los secretos de una familia disfuncional revelados en Tele N

West Palm Beach, Florida, 11 de agosto, 2020  /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Tele N, el canal de televisión que cuenta con la mejor selección de películas de la época de oro del cine mexicano, además de las series y telenovelas más populares provenientes de todas partes del mundo, estrena el drama La Chica Griega, una serie de televisión producida en Ucrania para atraer un gran número de seguidores debido a que los principales personajes de la historia tienden a comportarse de variadas formas siguiendo…

West Palm Beach, Florida, 11 de agosto, 2020  /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Tele N, el canal de televisión que cuenta con la mejor selección de películas de la época de oro del cine mexicano, además de las series y telenovelas más populares provenientes de todas partes del mundo, estrena el drama La Chica Griega, una serie de televisión producida en Ucrania para atraer un gran número de seguidores debido a que los principales personajes de la historia tienden a comportarse de variadas formas siguiendo actitudes cotidianas con sus fortalezas y debilidades.

El personaje principal, Tanya, trabaja en un museo de provincia como especialista en arte de la Grecia antigua. Gracias a su pasión profesional conoce e inmediatamente contrae matrimonio con un atractivo y adinerado comerciante de arte llamado Gregory, pero la situación se complica al terminar la luna de miel, cuando se percata que el compromiso conlleva el manejo de otras relaciones pertenecientes al círculo familiar de su esposo: una madre dominante, una hermana sin carácter y una amante intrigante.

El personaje masculino principal, Gregory, ha sido dependiente y acostumbrado a los lujos de su familia desde la niñez hasta la vida adulta. El joven creció sin la referencia de la figura paterna, bajo el dominio de su madre Sophia, quien siempre fue considerada una mujer ambiciosa y en busca del poder. Ella disfrutó de un lujoso estilo de vida y les dio a sus hijos todo lo que necesitaban – dinero e incluso tiendas de antigüedades. Gregorio y su hermana crecieron muy malcriados. 

Sophia, como la madre de Gregory, hará todo lo que este en su alcance para destruir a Tanya, la esposa de su hijo. Sophia no es capaz de mantener una actitud positiva frente a nada. Puede ser descrita como impertinente y fría, incluso llega a ser muy reservada y no les permite a sus hijos expresar sus sentimientos. Nadie en el ambiente familiar es capaz de reconocer la tensión que crea vivir en un ambiente de relaciones toxicas en donde entre ellos no saben reconocer cuando uno es menos amable que el otro.

Tele N forma parte de los canales de Olympusat, Inc., y se encuentra actualmente disponible en la mayoría de los principales proveedores de televisión por cable.

 Para más información sobre el contenido de Tele N, incluyendo las fechas y horarios de su programación visite o www.olympusat.com/networks/tele-n/ 

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VOXX International Corporation Announces Subsidiary Name Change

ORLANDO, Fla., Aug. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — VOXX International Corporation (NASDAQ: VOXX), a leading manufacturer and distributor of automotive, consumer and biometrics technologies, announced today it has changed the legal name of its wholly owned subsidiary from Klipsch Holding, LLC to Premium Audio Company, LLC. This move is a result of the Company’s growing brand portfolio and recently announced distribution alliance with Onkyo & Pioneer Corporation.

Under the new structure, there…

ORLANDO, Fla., Aug. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — VOXX International Corporation (NASDAQ: VOXX), a leading manufacturer and distributor of automotive, consumer and biometrics technologies, announced today it has changed the legal name of its wholly owned subsidiary from Klipsch Holding, LLC to Premium Audio Company, LLC. This move is a result of the Company’s growing brand portfolio and recently announced distribution alliance with Onkyo & Pioneer Corporation.

Under the new structure, there will be two subsidiaries within Premium Audio Company, LLC (PAC):

– Klipsch Group, Inc. – which includes the Klipsch, Jamo, Energy, and ProMedia speaker brands;
– 11 Trading Company, LLC (11 TC) – the newly formed distribution company with exclusive distribution rights in the Americas to the Onkyo, Pioneer, Pioneer Elite, and Integra brands, as well as rights with respect to the Magnat and Heco brands.

Pat Lavelle, President and CEO of VOXX International Corporation stated, «Our goal was to avoid brand confusion and under the PAC umbrella, we have accomplished that. We took steps over the past year to realign our global operations, and now, with the addition of the Onkyo, Pioneer, Pioneer Elite, and Integra brands, this is a logical step. All will fall under the leadership of Paul Jacobs and the transition will be seamless for our customers. The Klipsch product portfolio and the premium audio category in its entirety, are poised for a strong year.»

Paul Jacobs remains President and CEO of the Premium Audio Company, LLC subsidiary. Mr. Jacobs added, «Klipsch remains our flagship brand within our premium audio portfolio and we are expecting significant growth this year with new products coming to market and our expanded distribution. We will also be bringing to the U.S. market some of our international brands, while offering our customers and consumers a much wider assortment of high-end premium audio products. We look forward to the coming year and building our business through innovation.»

As announced on July 30, 2020, Klipsch and Onkyo & Pioneer Corporation expanded their alliance to include the distribution of Onkyo, Pioneer, Pioneer Elite, and the Integra brands in the Americas. Distribution will run through a newly created subsidiary, 11 Trading Company, LLC, and will include products ranging from AV receivers to HiFi equipment, mini systems, smart speakers, turntables, sound bars, home theater systems, optical disc players and more, broadening the Company’s portfolio to include a diverse mix of audio products. Onkyo & Pioneer Corporation will continue to distribute Klipsch-branded products in Japan.

About VOXX International Corporation
VOXX International Corporation (NASDAQ: VOXX) has grown into a leader in Automotive Electronics and Consumer Electronics, with emerging Biometrics technology to capitalize on the increased need for advanced security. Over the past several decades, with a portfolio of approximately 35 trusted brands, VOXX has built market-leading positions in in-vehicle entertainment, automotive security, reception products, a number of premium audio market segments, and more. VOXX is a global company, with an extensive distribution network that includes power retailers, mass merchandisers, 12-volt specialists and many of the world’s leading automotive manufacturers. For additional information, please visit our website at www.voxxintl.com.

About Premium Audio Company
Established in 2020, Premium Audio Company is the most innovative, complete and high-end premium audio solutions provider in consumer technology. We connect people to their passion for entertainment. Premium Audio Company comprises two subsidiaries and includes some of the most legendary and revered brands such as Klipsch, Jamo, Mirage, ProMedia, Magnat, Heco, Mac Audio, Onkyo, Pioneer, Pioneer Elite, and Integra. Premium Audio Company, LLC is a wholly owned subsidiary of VOXX International Corporation (NASDAQ: VOXX).

Safe Harbor Statement
Except for historical information contained herein, statements made in this release constitute forward-looking statements and thus may involve certain risks and uncertainties. All forward-looking statements made in this release are based on currently available information and the Company assumes no responsibility to update any such forward-looking statements. The following factors, among others, may cause actual results to differ materially from the results suggested in the forward-looking statements. The factors include, but are not limited to the: risk factors described in the Company’s annual report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended February 29, 2020 and other filings made by the Company from time to time with the SEC. The factors described in such SEC filings include, without limitation: the impact of the COVID-19 outbreak on the Company’s results of operations, the Company’s ability to realize the anticipated results of its business realignment; cybersecurity risks; risks that may result from changes in the Company’s business operations; our ability to keep pace with technological advances; significant competition in the automotive electronics, consumer electronics and biometrics businesses; our relationships with key suppliers and customers; quality and consumer acceptance of newly introduced products; market volatility; non-availability of product; excess inventory; price and product competition; new product introductions; foreign currency fluctuations; and restrictive debt covenants. Many of the foregoing risks and uncertainties are, and will be, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic and any worsening of the global business and economic environment as a result. The Company assumes no obligation and does not intend to update these forward-looking statements.

VOXX Investor Relations Contact                

Klipsch Company Contact

Glenn Wiener                                                      

Jill Escol

President and CEO                                               

Klipsch Group, Inc.

GW Communications (for VOXX)                            

(317) 860-8721

gwiener@GWCco.com                                              

jill.escol@klipsch.com

 

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The secrets of a dysfunctional family to unravel on Tele N

PALM BEACH, Florida, Aug. 11, 2020 //PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Tele N, the television network that showcases the best selection of classic Mexican movies as well as the most popular telenovelas and series from around the world, premieres the Ukrainian TV series La Chica Griega (Greek Woman), family drama produced to attract a wide audience because the heroes turned out to be multilateral and as if drawn from real people, with all their pluses and minuses.

The…

PALM BEACH, Florida, Aug. 11, 2020 //PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Tele N, the television network that showcases the best selection of classic Mexican movies as well as the most popular telenovelas and series from around the world, premieres the Ukrainian TV series La Chica Griega (Greek Woman), family drama produced to attract a wide audience because the heroes turned out to be multilateral and as if drawn from real people, with all their pluses and minuses.

The main character, Tanya, works at a provincial museum and specializes in the art of ancient Greece. Thanks to her passion she meets a handsome, wealthy metropolitan art dealer Gregory and marries him, but after things get serious and the honeymoon stage wears off, she notices she has more than a new relationship with him, she has his entire family to get to know and welcome as well: domineering mother, pale sister, and intrigued lover.

The male main character, Gregory, has been so dependent and accustomed to a luxury environment from early childhood through adult life. The young man grew up without a father and was raised by his mother Sophia. She was ambitious, driven by her need for power. Sophia enjoyed an opulent lifestyle and provided her children with everything they needed – money, and even antique shops. Gregory and his sister grew up very spoiled.  

Sophia, as the mother of Gregory, will do everything in order to destroy her daughter-in-law Tanya. The woman is not able to maintain a positive attitude. She could be described as ruthlessness and coldness. Moreover, Sophia is very reserved and does not allow her children to express their feelings. They can’t find themselves in the white-knuckled grip of a toxic relationship in which they never know how things will look when each other’s less adorable.

Tele N is owned and operated by Olympusat, Inc., and it’s currently available nationwide on most cable providers.

For more information on Tele N’s programming, including tune in dates and times, please visit Tele N at olympusat.com/networks

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Jesús Piñango
Senior Director of News
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Los secretos de una familia disfuncional revelados en Tele N

West Palm Beach, Florida, 11 de agosto, 2020  /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Tele N, el canal de televisión que cuenta con la mejor selección de películas de la época de oro del cine mexicano, además de las series y telenovelas más populares provenientes de todas partes del mundo, estrena el drama La Chica Griega, una serie de televisión producida en Ucrania para atraer un gran número de seguidores debido a que los principales personajes de la historia tienden a comportarse de variadas formas siguiendo…

West Palm Beach, Florida, 11 de agosto, 2020  /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Tele N, el canal de televisión que cuenta con la mejor selección de películas de la época de oro del cine mexicano, además de las series y telenovelas más populares provenientes de todas partes del mundo, estrena el drama La Chica Griega, una serie de televisión producida en Ucrania para atraer un gran número de seguidores debido a que los principales personajes de la historia tienden a comportarse de variadas formas siguiendo actitudes cotidianas con sus fortalezas y debilidades.

El personaje principal, Tanya, trabaja en un museo de provincia como especialista en arte de la Grecia antigua. Gracias a su pasión profesional conoce e inmediatamente contrae matrimonio con un atractivo y adinerado comerciante de arte llamado Gregory, pero la situación se complica al terminar la luna de miel, cuando se percata que el compromiso conlleva el manejo de otras relaciones pertenecientes al círculo familiar de su esposo: una madre dominante, una hermana sin carácter y una amante intrigante.

El personaje masculino principal, Gregory, ha sido dependiente y acostumbrado a los lujos de su familia desde la niñez hasta la vida adulta. El joven creció sin la referencia de la figura paterna, bajo el dominio de su madre Sophia, quien siempre fue considerada una mujer ambiciosa y en busca del poder. Ella disfrutó de un lujoso estilo de vida y les dio a sus hijos todo lo que necesitaban – dinero e incluso tiendas de antigüedades. Gregorio y su hermana crecieron muy malcriados. 

Sophia, como la madre de Gregory, hará todo lo que este en su alcance para destruir a Tanya, la esposa de su hijo. Sophia no es capaz de mantener una actitud positiva frente a nada. Puede ser descrita como impertinente y fría, incluso llega a ser muy reservada y no les permite a sus hijos expresar sus sentimientos. Nadie en el ambiente familiar es capaz de reconocer la tensión que crea vivir en un ambiente de relaciones toxicas en donde entre ellos no saben reconocer cuando uno es menos amable que el otro.

Tele N forma parte de los canales de Olympusat, Inc., y se encuentra actualmente disponible en la mayoría de los principales proveedores de televisión por cable.

 Para más información sobre el contenido de Tele N, incluyendo las fechas y horarios de su programación visite o www.olympusat.com/networks/tele-n/ 

Olympusat – Contacto de Prensa:
Jesus Piñango
Director Senior de Noticias
jesus@olympusat.com  

 

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Los secretos de una familia disfuncional revelados en Tele N

West Palm Beach, Florida, 11 de agosto, 2020  /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Tele N, el canal de televisión que cuenta con la mejor selección de películas de la época de oro del cine mexicano, además de las series y telenovelas más populares provenientes de todas partes del mundo, estrena el drama La Chica Griega, una serie de televisión producida en Ucrania para atraer un gran número de seguidores debido a que los principales personajes de la historia tienden a comportarse de variadas formas siguiendo…

West Palm Beach, Florida, 11 de agosto, 2020  /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Tele N, el canal de televisión que cuenta con la mejor selección de películas de la época de oro del cine mexicano, además de las series y telenovelas más populares provenientes de todas partes del mundo, estrena el drama La Chica Griega, una serie de televisión producida en Ucrania para atraer un gran número de seguidores debido a que los principales personajes de la historia tienden a comportarse de variadas formas siguiendo actitudes cotidianas con sus fortalezas y debilidades.

El personaje principal, Tanya, trabaja en un museo de provincia como especialista en arte de la Grecia antigua. Gracias a su pasión profesional conoce e inmediatamente contrae matrimonio con un atractivo y adinerado comerciante de arte llamado Gregory, pero la situación se complica al terminar la luna de miel, cuando se percata que el compromiso conlleva el manejo de otras relaciones pertenecientes al círculo familiar de su esposo: una madre dominante, una hermana sin carácter y una amante intrigante.

El personaje masculino principal, Gregory, ha sido dependiente y acostumbrado a los lujos de su familia desde la niñez hasta la vida adulta. El joven creció sin la referencia de la figura paterna, bajo el dominio de su madre Sophia, quien siempre fue considerada una mujer ambiciosa y en busca del poder. Ella disfrutó de un lujoso estilo de vida y les dio a sus hijos todo lo que necesitaban – dinero e incluso tiendas de antigüedades. Gregorio y su hermana crecieron muy malcriados. 

Sophia, como la madre de Gregory, hará todo lo que este en su alcance para destruir a Tanya, la esposa de su hijo. Sophia no es capaz de mantener una actitud positiva frente a nada. Puede ser descrita como impertinente y fría, incluso llega a ser muy reservada y no les permite a sus hijos expresar sus sentimientos. Nadie en el ambiente familiar es capaz de reconocer la tensión que crea vivir en un ambiente de relaciones toxicas en donde entre ellos no saben reconocer cuando uno es menos amable que el otro.

Tele N forma parte de los canales de Olympusat, Inc., y se encuentra actualmente disponible en la mayoría de los principales proveedores de televisión por cable.

 Para más información sobre el contenido de Tele N, incluyendo las fechas y horarios de su programación visite o www.olympusat.com/networks/tele-n/ 

Olympusat – Contacto de Prensa:
Jesus Piñango
Director Senior de Noticias
jesus@olympusat.com  

 

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