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ATLANTA, Aug. 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — MoistureShield today announced its Vision® capped composite decking line has been approved for the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) Building Materials listing in California, a program of the California Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM). Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) zones are places where potentially flammable vegetation meets or overlaps with developed areas identifying them as severe fire hazard areas.

With increasing populations in California WUI areas and temperatures above historical averages, the risk for wildfires is greater than ever. To design and build homes with a greater chance of surviving a wildfire, carefully selecting building materials can play a vital role.  Compliance with local building codes and WUI requirements help protect neighborhoods and give people more time to evacuate.

«Achieving WUI compliance is a significant achievement for MoistureShield Vision in California, where wildfires are on the rise,» said Matthew Bruce, VP Sales & Marketing, MoistureShield. «As an industry, we need to build smarter and WUI building compliance helps protect lives and property.»

In nominal dimensions of 1″ x 5.4″ with 1/8″ edge-to-edge spacing, MoistureShield Vision meets the requirements for the test methodology described in California SFM 12-7A-4, Materials and Construction Materials for Exterior Wildlife Exposure: Decking Alternative Method A. See OSFM Listing No. 8110-2321-0500 for allowable values and/or conditions for use.

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE), the state’s emergency response and resource protection department, oversees WUI zones and building material requirements. The listing for Vision 1X5.4 is easy to search on CAL FIRE’s website by entering the MoistureShield company name at

https://osfm.fire.ca.gov/divisions/fire-engineering-and-investigations/building-materials-listing/bml-search-building-materials-listing

MoistureShield Vision® features DiamondDefense™ Coating, the strongest cap in the industry, resisting scratches, stains and damage on impact. Vision also features the unique option of CoolDeck® Technology, reducing heat absorption by up to 35% compared to traditional capped composite boards in a similar color.

Learn more about MoistureShield Vision and other product lines at www.MoistureShield.com.

About Oldcastle APG

Oldcastle APG, North America’s largest manufacturer of outdoor living products, is part of CRH’s Building Products division. CRH is a leading global diversified building materials group with operating locations in 31 countries worldwide. MoistureShield, a division of Oldcastle APG, proudly manufactures composite deck boards and related products serving a range of retail and distribution customers across North America. Visit www.MoistureShield.com.

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ATLANTA, Aug. 5, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Magical I Am™ Inc., developers of a game-based app to help dyslexic children with their learning to read challenges, today announced it has filed applications to secure United States and international patent rights for its innovative technology.

The patent application describes two of Magical I Am Inc.’s proprietary technologies, «Bindu M.E. Tech™» and «Adaptive Content Casting™», that will be in its initial app release. The Bindu M.E. Tech enables the user to focus their «Mind’s Eye» (their inner viewing) on their «Bindu Point» (a point of perceptual focus) in order to stabilize consistent perception of two-dimensional words and symbols in their correct orientation and order – so, for example, the word «was» does not become the word «saw,» or the letter «p» does not become a «b» , «d», or «q». Adaptive Content Casting adjusts the pace and difficulty of the game to match the learning needs of the player. Both technologies provide first-of-its-kind tools for the dyslexic learner, teacher and parent.

Magical I Am utilizes an «edutainment» concept in conjunction with the Bindu M.E. Tech to master learning to read the abstract words and symbols which often cause reading disability symptoms. «As the player’s mastery of abstract words and symbols progresses, the occurrence of reading disability symptoms starts to fade,» said Magical I Am CEO, Bill Allen, who was diagnosed with dyslexia in 1963 and spent seven years in the mid-1990s as a facilitator for the Davis Dyslexia Correction program in Burlingame, CA.

«Using augmented reality technology, Bindu M.E. Tech puts the player in the shoes of their avatar in a way that has never before been done in any game,» said Allen. «As they make their way through the game, children are able to master words and meanings, progressing as they conquer each level of the game. Meanwhile, the Adaptive Content Casting technology monitors their efforts and adjusts the game according to each individual player’s capabilities and provides progress analytics that will be available to parents or teachers.»

Allen, a Georgia State University graduate, was a successful real estate agent in the Atlanta area. Prior to founding Magical I Am, Allen created and developed «The Learning to Read Program» with Marcia Hart, who now serves as educational content director of the company.

«As someone for whom dyslexia has gone from a reading and writing negative to a treasured gift, I know the devastating effects it can have, especially on children», said Allen. «I am keenly aware that traditional programs are very expensive and often out of reach for most families. In the United States, less than one percent of the dyslexic population can afford the dyslexia correction methodologies available today. Magical I Am will be absolutely affordable for 99 percent of the families who can’t afford the expensive dyslexia programs being offered today.»

The game-based app was developed by the team led by the company’s Principal Game Director Sunil Thankamushy, a longtime game industry veteran and UCLA film school graduate who has also worked for Dreamworks Interactive and Electronic Arts. As he puts the final touches on the app before its launch in the fall, Thankamushy said, «Demonstration sessions last year validated the core concepts of the game – a point verified by the parents of participants».    

«My daughter enjoyed the game; it was a positive experience for her,» said Sarah McAfee. «I think she was really engaged and into it.» Joe Pellizzari’s daughter had a similar experience, «She stayed engaged throughout the game; I think she found it interesting and it held her attention.»

«The content of the program was very good,» said Rachel Galotti. «My daughter liked the fact that it was a digital platform, which kids today respond to. She liked the rewards aspect and said it helped keep her interested in going from level to level. She had a lot of fun with the game.»

Alpha testing of Magical I Am is set to begin later this summer after more than 1,000 parents, reading-challenged children and special educations professionals from all 50 states registered to participate through a company-sponsored social media campaign.

In addition to Allen, Hart and Thankamushy, other key leaders of the company are veteran Atlanta entrepreneur, Eric Scharff, who serves as the chief operating officer. Prominent Atlanta marketing industry professional, Scott Marticke, serves as the chief marketing officer. Respected mortgage executive from a multigenerational family of professional educators, Tyler Johnson, serves as senior vice president, business development.

For more information on Magical I Am, please visit https://www.magicaliam.com/

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Magical I Am Inc., based in Marietta, Ga., is an educational software development company focusing on programs and tools to help dyslexic children with the reading challenges associated with their dyslexia. The company is developing Magical I Am™, a mobile app game that provides the fun of adventure while negotiating learning challenges that teach children to read abstract words and symbols.

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ORANGE, Calif., Aug. 5, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The Alliance of Channel Women, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to accelerating the growth of female channel leaders in technology, announced today that it has invited diversity expert Risha Grant to deliver a virtual keynote, addressing the present social unrest, racial injustice and real steps we can take now to promote inclusion. The ACW Virtual Event, Where Do We Go From Here?, is set for 4 p.m. ET, Friday, August 14.

Grant, one of the foremost experts on diversity and inclusion, delivered a standing-room-only keynote address on «Embracing Diversity,» at ACWConnect Live! Networking Event last fall during Channel Partners Evolution in Washington D.C.

«Risha is one of the most popular speakers we’ve had at an ACW event,» said ACW President Amy Bailey, Vice President of Marketing at Telarus. «Her remarks about diversity and inclusion were both candid and practical. She inspired a lot of introspection among our members and attendees. One year later, we’ve invited her to continue the conversation because we believe her insights and advice are even more relevant in light of the social unrest in our country today.»

Grant is author of «That’s BS! How Bias Synapse Disrupts Inclusive Cultures and the Power to Attract Diverse Markets.» Her interest in societal «isms» like racism, sexism, classism and plain old «stupidism» began when she was still a student. Today, she is founder and CEO of Risha Grant LLC, an award-winning diversity consulting and communications firm. Her mission is to create an inclusive culture in every company and community.

Grant has worked with governors, NBA teams, mayors, CEOs of Fortune 500 companies and other business and community leaders to reduce bias and further the understanding of diversity and inclusion. She teaches and empowers clients and audiences with tools to increase their bottom line and permission to get rid of their B.S.

During the ACW Virtual Event, Grant will address the questions, Where do we go from here? What are the next steps that we need to take as individuals to help to repair the rifts and move toward a society that’s both diverse and inclusive? In her no-holds-barred style, Grant will share her perspectives as a woman of color and also her prescriptions as a diversity expert. She’ll share hard truths about unconscious bias, micro-aggressions and other actions that perpetuate discrimination and inequality. And, she’ll offer some practical advice for finding respect, understanding and inclusion.

The ACW Virtual Event is free for women and men in the channel to attend, but we request that you register in advance. Click here to register.

To become an ACW member and support additional educational programming, visit https://allianceofchannelwomen.org/membership.

About the Alliance of Channel Women
Founded in 2010, the Alliance of Channel Women is a not-for-profit organization of women in the indirect sales channel of the telecom and IT industry. ACW brings us together to empower and advance women’s careers and leadership roles in the technology channel through education, community, advocacy and opportunities for personal growth. To learn more and to become a member, please visit http://www.allianceofchannelwomen.org.

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