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Patriot Gold Group Looks Ahead to 2021 as «Visionary 2020 Election Protection» Becomes Reality

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Bigger government, more government intervention, and low interest rates are all likely to persist during a Joe Biden Administration, creating tailwinds for gold.

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As our country celebrates Inauguration Day, quite possibly the Super Bowl of our Democracy, we find ourselves in a country which stands divided, questioning the outcome and legitimacy of the election. President-Elect or President Biden depending on the time you are reading this is already ushering in his new Cabinet picks and his policies are quite clear, aggressive fiscal stimulus, Covid-19, higher taxes, structural problems in America, equanimity, and climate change. Bernie Sanders sits atop the powerful Senate Budget Committee and some fear he may use a budget mechanism called ‘reconciliation’ allowing Congress to move expansive, aggressive and expensive legislation without the 60 votes.

Jack Hanney, CEO of the Patriot Gold Group, recently said: «Most believe the current environment looks like 2009-2011 when Obama was President and we had a Democrat House & Senate, the FED quadrupled our money supply, suppressed interest rates to 0% & Gold went up 160% and Silver 440%.» Jack went on to quote Mark Twain: «History doesn’t repeat itself but it often rhymes.» «Bank of America forecasts the Democrats will inject another $4 Trillion in deficit spending which could bring the USD sharply lower in coming weeks,» «Liz Weikes, Managing Director and Financial Advisor at JP Morgan Securities recently stated, «In terms of preparing portfolios, we’ve certainly seen a shift from equities.»

Gold American Eagle sales were up 455% in 2020 as demand skyrocketed as smart investors sought safe haven from a record breaking expansion in the money supply, record federal budget deficit spending and quantitative easing set to infinity. Silver American Eagle sales increased over 100% in 2020 as The United States experienced a nationwide coin shortage and The FED added $3.1 Trillion to our deficit. Goldman Sachs raised their 2021 forecast to $2300 an ounce and Wells Fargo stated «Now Is The Time To Buy Gold». Bloomberg Intelligence along with Saxo Bank recently projected Silver to soar to $50 an ounce in 2021 powered by loose monetary policy along with the push for ‘green energy’.

Patriot Extends Fee Reimbursement on Many Retirement Options As The Blue Wave Becomes a Tsunami

Patriot Gold Group is following up their «2020 Election Protection America First IRA» with the «2021 Patriot Protection America First IRA» and is extending the deadline until Tax Day, April 15^th 2021 with our NO FEE FOR LIFE IRA on qualifying IRAs. The Patriot Protection IRA is unique to the industry as it points their clients towards precious metals of their choosing while pairing it with the NO FEE FOR LIFE IRA. The Patriot Gold Group is lowering the minimum requirement for our NO FEE FOR LIFE IRA and waiving the fees for segregated, secured, and insured storage of your safe-haven assets. This is in addition to waiving the cost of registered and insured shipping to your home so that you, our fellow Americans, have one less thing to worry about. PGG is also waiving most fees on IRA accounts opened through Election Day.

Call the Patriot Gold Group at 800-974-4653 (GOLD) for exclusive details about our incentives; or if you simply have questions regarding the current market performance – we’re here to help, to be of service, and to adhere to that altruistic principle that made Consumer Affairs recognize Patriot Gold Group as the top Gold & Silver dealer nationwide for an unprecedented four (5) years in a row: 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 & 2020.

About Jack Hanney

Jack Hanney is the CEO & Co-Founder of Patriot Gold Group and a nationally sought after financial speaker and guest. Recently featured on Fox Los Angeles «Good Day LA,» OANN & FOX23 Tulsa, he was interviewed on his insights on the global health crisis and its impact on the economy. He accurately forecasted the challenges in re-opening the economy, mortgage delinquencies, and subsequent turn in the market. Here: FOX23TULSAJACKHANNEY

About Patriot Gold Group

Patriot Gold Group (www.patriotgoldgroup.com) is a nationwide investment group with more than 50 years of precious metals investing experience. The company was rated the Top IRA Gold & Silver Dealer in 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 & 20202 by Consumer Affairs, 5 stars by TrustPilot, A+ Rated with the Better Business Bureau, and endorsed by Political Consultant, New York Times Best Selling Author Dick Morris.

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Record-breaking year in solar for Duke Energy customers in North Carolina

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Solar power continued to grow in North Carolina in 2020 with more Duke Energy customers using solar power than ever before.

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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Solar power continued to grow in North Carolina in 2020 with more Duke Energy customers using solar power than ever before.

Driven by the company’s five-year, $62 million solar rebate program, which helps pay for the significant upfront costs of solar systems, about 5,500 Duke Energy customers installed private solar systems at their homes and businesses in 2020. Today, more than 18,000 Duke Energy customers have a private solar system.

«Our customers want more renewable energy and Duke Energy is making that a reality for them,» said Stephen De May, Duke Energy’s North Carolina president. «We’re also connecting large-scale solar plants – owned and operated by Duke Energy and other developers.»

During 2020, Duke Energy connected almost 350 megawatts of solar power capacity, which could power roughly 60,000 homes. Major projects in 2020 included Duke Energy’s 69-megawatt (MW) Maiden Creek solar facility in Catawba County and the 25-MW Gaston County solar facility in Bessemer City.

Duke Energy owns and operates more than 40 solar facilities in North Carolina. The state is a national leader for solar power – trailing only California and Texas in the amount of solar power produced. Overall, Duke Energy has more than 3,700 MW of solar energy connected to its energy grid in the state.

The outlook for future solar power in North Carolina looks promising. In 2020, Duke Energy and most of the major solar industry developers in the Carolinas agreed to a defined process and timeline by which a substantial additional amount of new solar generation will be connected to the Duke Energy distribution system.

«Working with stakeholders will lead to more renewable energy in North Carolina at better prices for customers,» added De May. «Renewable energy will be a cornerstone of Duke Energy as we seek to reduce carbon emissions and generate cleaner energy.»

Almost 60% of Duke Energy’s generation in the Carolinas is carbon-free, with nuclear, solar and hydroelectric power being the leading sources of carbon-free generation.

Duke Energy helped large customers go solar in 2020 with its Green Source Advantage program. The City of Charlotte, Bank of America and Duke University are all pursuing new solar projects under the company’s program, which allows large energy users to negotiate directly with solar developers on independent solar projects.

Duke Energy is also getting innovative with new solar projects. At the U.S. Army’s Fort Bragg, the company plans to build a 1.1-MW floating solar system as part of a $36 million energy services effort, which will also include infrastructure modernization, lighting and water upgrades, heating, ventilation and air conditioning and boiler system improvements. The floating solar project will be on Big Muddy Lake located at Camp Mackall.

It’s not just the Carolinas where Duke Energy is expanding renewable energy. In 2019, Duke Energy met its companywide goal of owning and contracting for 8,000 MW of wind, solar and biomass generation around the nation.

In 2020, the company set a new goal of doubling that figure by 2025. Today, the company has a portfolio of roughly 57,000 MW of generation, which includes all fuel sources.

About Duke Energy

Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK), a Fortune 150 company headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., is one of the largest energy holding companies in the U.S. It employs 30,000 people and has an electric generating capacity of 51,000 megawatts through its regulated utilities, and 3,000 megawatts through its nonregulated Duke Energy Renewables unit.

Duke Energy is transforming its customers’ experience, modernizing the energy grid, generating cleaner energy and expanding natural gas infrastructure to create a smarter energy future for the people and communities it serves. The Electric Utilities and Infrastructure unit’s regulated utilities serve approximately 7.7 million retail electric customers in six states – North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky. The Gas Utilities and Infrastructure unit distributes natural gas to more than 1.6 million customers in five states – North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Ohio and Kentucky. The Duke Energy Renewables unit operates wind and solar generation facilities across the U.S., as well as energy storage and microgrid projects.

Duke Energy was named to Fortune’s 2020 «World’s Most Admired Companies» list, and Forbes’ 2019 «America’s Best Employers» list. More information about the company is available at duke-energy.com. The Duke Energy News Center contains news releases, fact sheets, photos, videos and other materials. Duke Energy’s illumination features stories about people, innovations, community topics and environmental issues. Follow Duke Energy on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook.

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Pace Analytical® Environmental Manager Receives Outstanding Service Award from ASTM International

MINNEAPOLIS, Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Pace Analytical® Services, LLC, a national network of laboratories trusted for scientific expertise and reliable delivery of testing and analyses and managed laboratory services, and today announced that Thomas Patten has been recognized by ASTM International for over 10 years of outstanding service.

ASTM International, formerly known as the American Society for Testing and Materials, is an international standards…

ASTM International, formerly known as the American Society for Testing and Materials, is an international standards organization that develops and publishes technical standards for a wide range of materials, products, systems, and services. Thomas Patten, Pace Analytical® Environmental Manager, has served as Vice Chair and subcommittee Chair for ASTM committee D19.06 since 2009. This committee is focused on methods for analysis on organic substances in water and developing standards for detecting and identifying organics in water by chemical, physical, and instrumental means. During Patten’s tenure, this committee has produced 29 different standards for water.

«It’s rewarding to be part of a group that evaluates and produces standards designed to protect us all from harmful substances,» comments Patten. «For example, this committee has addressed drinking and wastewater contaminants including PFOS/PFAS, methane, cyanide, and more, setting appropriate standards for detection and reporting of these substances.» The D19.96 committee is also responsible for difficult and ground-breaking international standards for sampling microplastics.

Patten was presented with the ASTM Outstanding Service Award in December 2020 for his many years of service and accomplishments in standards development in the field of water.

Pace Analytical® is a portfolio company of Los Angeles-based Aurora Capital Partners.

About Pace Analytical®
Pace Analytical® Services, LLC makes the world a safer, healthier place. For decades, we have been the trusted source for quality environmental and life sciences lab testing and analysis and the resource for scientific lab staffing, regulatory, and equipment services. Our work is done in partnership with our clients by providing the science and the data they need to make critical decisions that benefit us all. Pace delivers science better to businesses, industries, consulting firms, government agencies, and more through the largest, American-owned and nationally certified laboratory network. More at PACELABS.com

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Baby Sleep Miracle Review: Mary Ann Schuler PDF Ebook For Baby Sleep

NEW YORK, Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Baby Sleep Miracle is an ebook providing knowledge about how to calm a baby and put her/him to sleep. According to the publishers, this ebook has become a bestseller among new parents. The reasons are, this ebook is easy to read, and the suggestions are simple for the parents to follow. Dealing with a baby with a sleep disorder is a part of parenthood. Many parents keep their babies awake till late, hoping that the baby will fall asleep then. But according to Mary Ann, author of Baby Sleep Miracle, this is a myth. A baby should have a fixed bedtime, and that will differ with the age of the baby. Mary Ann has discussed many such tips to put a baby to sleep in the ebook. Mary Ann, who is a mother of two children, has put together her experiences and science in the book for the benefit of other parents. The strategies discussed by her cover every type of child, active or stubborn, can be calmed using the instructions given in the book.

There have been several types of research on the topic of infant sleep disorders. In a paper published in the U.S. National Library of Health, the researchers explain that a healthy and calm sleep during the night is necessary for a baby’s cognitive development and physical growth. They studied the subject on ten different parameters to determine the timings of sleep of the children. The children chosen were up to 5 years of age and divided into several groups like up to 4 weeks, 5 weeks to 6 months, between six months and one year, etc. There was some video study also that observed the video of the baby during bedtime. It was noted that around 67% of babies have some type of sleep disorder during the first 3 years of their life, and the figure reduced to 35% in the age gap of 3 to 5 years.

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The researchers observed that many pediatricians are not prepared to address these concerns as these are not any medical issues. But, the medical professionals and child psychologists observed that the deprivation of sleep or poor sleep cycle during infancy may result in emotional, behavioral, and cognitive disorders in adulthood. Baby Sleep Miracle provides important inputs to the parents on the reasons why the baby cannot sleep and also explains some natural strategies to put the baby to sleep. MUST SEE: «Shocking New Baby Sleep Miracle Report – This May Change Your Mind»

In a press meet, Mary Ann said that the standard ways suggested by the elders for years like rocking the baby, or co-sleeping are all myths and are not recommended. Instead, the child’s love tank should be refilled, and he/she must be kept away from a breakdown. Also, the child’s anxiety should be released, and she has suggested strategies to release the anxiety of the child in just 5 minutes. The author also said that she has explained certain strategies in her book for each type of child. For a clingy, cranky, and attention-seeking child, she has also provided a 7-step plan to calm the baby and put the baby to sleep.

The publishers of Mary Ann’s Baby Sleep Miracle have shared some positive customer reviews of the book. They have also disclosed that more than 17,000 readers have given positive feedback. Some have benefitted overnight from the tips shared in the book. And for some, the time to see results has been a couple of days or a week. According to the publishers and the user reviews, the best thing about Baby Sleep Miracle is that it suggests safe and natural ways to put a baby to sleep. And the strategies will take a couple of minutes to practice. This ebook is available at a discounted price on the seller’s website and can be accessed immediately after payment for purchase is done.

Mary Ann says that though the ways work for every baby, still some parents may be apprehensive about how some strategies can put a baby to sleep. To encourage all parents to try these safe and natural plans, the seller and the author together provide a 60-days money-back. The author also gifts three bonus ebooks worth $200, namely, Night Terror Stopper (Stop babies from having nightmares), Double Trouble Sleeping struggle (for putting twin babies to sleep), and Miracle Sounds (audio containing calming music).

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Proteum Energy™ Awarded Statement Of Endorsement & Technical Qualification By DNV GL

PHOENIX, Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Proteum Energy is pleased to announce its FTF300/HDF300 technology was awarded a statement of endorsement from DNV GL. DNV GL is the recognized international standard bearing organization for onshore and offshore oil and gas processing equipment validation. The FTF300/HDF300 is a patented and proprietary technology that transforms non-methane hydrocarbons into low emission fuel streams and hydrogen-utilizing integrated systems components.

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Proteum Energy is pleased to announce its FTF300/HDF300 technology was awarded a statement of endorsement from DNV GL.

The purpose of the DNV GL review was to facilitate a «threat assessment» to identify the system’s novel aspects, and the potential modes and mechanisms of failure. The successful results support claims that the technology is sufficiently built for purposes of safely converting inconsistent, high-heating-value raw Associated Flare Gas (AFG) and rich natural gas liquids to a uniformly consistent methane-rich fuel. DNV GL considers the technology feasible and endorsed as defined by the ascribed DNVGL-SE-0160 Technology Qualification management and verification certificate.

For additional information, please contact Laurence B. Tree, II, Chief Executive Officer at larry.tree@proteumenergy.com or (602) 457-8471.

Proteum Energy is a Chandler, Ariz.-based, green-technology company providing a suite of patented micro-refining technologies capable of producing blue hydrogen and designer fuels for power and compression, from flare and residual gas. Proteum Energy has a stated goal of providing industry friendly and compatible services designed to «green» the oil and gas industry, lowering the overall carbon footprint of produced fuels and related emissions.

DNV GL is the leading classification society and technical advisor to the oil and gas industry, delivering world-renowned testing, certification and advisory services to the international energy value chain.

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Helly Hansen Boosts Product Innovation with the Power Of 3D

CAMPBELL, Calif., Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Centric Software® is delighted to announce the release of a success story about its customer, Helly Hansen.

During the disruptions of the COVID-19 pandemic, the renowned Norwegian outdoor performance brand was able to save weeks’ worth of time during its product development process with the ability to quickly create and review 3D samples created within Centric Software’s Product Lifecycle Management (PLM). Centric Software provides the most innovative enterprise solutions to fashion, retail, footwear, outdoor, luxury, consumer goods and home décor companies to achieve strategic and operational digital transformation goals.

Founded in Norway in 1877, Helly Hansen is a leader in technical sailing and performance ski apparel, as well as premium workwear, with its outerwear, base layers, sportswear and footwear sold in more than 40 countries. The company has developed numerous first-to-market innovations, including the first supple waterproof fabrics more than 140 years ago, and today its ski uniforms are worn and trusted by more than 55,000 professionals around the world, including Olympians, National Teams and more than 200 ski resorts and mountain guiding operations.

As well as struggling with data management, visibility and version control across multiple software platforms, when the Helly Hansen group acquired MUSTO in 2018, integrating a new brand brought additional challenges.

«Before Centric PLM™, one of our biggest challenges was a lack of accountability, with each department using different tools and platforms. We’re growing fast and, in order to develop innovative, high-quality products efficiently, we needed a clear overview of who was doing what, where and when,» says Ferdinand Diener, Process and Quality Manager at Helly Hansen.

Helly Hansen implemented Centric PLM in just six months while also merging with MUSTO. One of the biggest initial benefits for Helly Hansen was the ability to get both brands onto one platform very quickly.

«Because Centric PLM is so fast and easy to use, people are able to do a more thorough job, create more products and improve quality oversight,» says Diener. «We’re a quality-driven, innovation-focused brand, so this is critical.»

What’s more, at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic with social distancing imposed and travel halted, it was difficult to review physical samples, with sample production severely delayed, or even cancelled altogether.

However, with innovative digital solutions provided by Centric PLM and 3D Connect technology giving expanded 3D functionality to PLM users, Helly Hansen has been able to adapt to recent market disruptions, improving the efficiency of its communications across different departments, particularly around sample production. There was the added benefit of becoming more sustainable in the process and reducing their carbon footprint due to a decreased need for physical samples, reduced shipping, material waste, etc.

«Centric’s 3D Connector now helps us with communication, and we can do things last minute that we couldn’t have done previously. For example, if a physical sample isn’t available, or we don’t want to wait weeks for a prototype to arrive, we can create a 3D version in a matter of hours,» says designer Mhairi Bannerman, who works within the ski and sailing team on Helly Hansen’s technical garments.

How did Helly Hansen embark on its Centric PLM adventure?

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Helly Hansen (http://www.hellyhansen.com)
Founded in Norway in 1877, Helly Hansen is a leader in technical sailing and performance ski apparel, as well as premium workwear. Through insights drawn from living and working in the world’s harshest environments, the company has developed a long list of first-to-market innovations, including the first supple waterproof fabrics more than 140 years ago. Other breakthroughs include the first fleece fabrics in the 1960s, the first technical base layers in the 1970s, made with Lifa Technology, and today’s award winning and patented H2Flow™ temperature regulating system.

More recently, for AW20 the brand launched Lifa Infinity Pro, a fully waterproof and breathable membrane that naturally repels water. The water repellent protection is everlasting so it will never need to be reproofed with chemical treatment.

Sold in more than 40 countries, its ski uniforms are worn and trusted by more than 55,000 professionals and can be found on Olympians, National Teams, and at more than 200 ski resorts and mountain guiding operations around the world.
To learn more about Helly Hansen’s latest collections, visit http://www.hellyhansen.com.

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Global Green Hydrogen Production Set to Reach 5.7 Million Tons by 2030, Powered by Decarbonization

Push to decarbonize industries and achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 will create lucrative opportunities in the green hydrogen market, finds Frost & Sullivan

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Frost & Sullivan’s recent analysis, Advances in Green Hydrogen Create Opportunity across the Global Power Sector, forecasts that global green hydrogen production will skyrocket at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 57% between 2019 and 2030, rising from 40,000 tons to 5.7 million tons. Increasing concerns about carbon emissions and the need to decarbonize the industrial, commercial, transport, and power sectors have forced countries to reduce their dependency on fossil fuel-based systems and increase investments across alternate low-carbon technologies, including green hydrogen.

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«The total decarbonization of certain sectors like transportation and power cannot be achieved solely by electrification. This challenge can be addressed by green hydrogen produced through electrolysis from RES (renewable energy sources), wind and solar, in particular,» said Swagath Navin Manohar, Industry Analyst. «Green hydrogen produced through electrolysis can then be used downstream as a chemical feedstock material in carbon-intensive sectors that are difficult to decarbonize through electrification alone. Currently, green hydrogen accounts for less than 1% of the total hydrogen produced. The global demand for green hydrogen and its emerging applications is expected to increase exponentially in the next 20 years, creating the need for considerable infrastructure to handle production and delivery.»

Manohar added: «In the last five years, interest has grown in using green hydrogen as a low- or zero-carbon energy carrier. Many governments, including UK, Germany, Japan, and Singapore, have started acknowledging the fact that a green hydrogen-based economy could be the answer to growing concerns over carbon emissions, energy security, and climate change. Technological institutions in various countries (Germany, UK, US, and Australia) have already invested in pilot and demonstration projects related to the production, storage, distribution, and utilization of green hydrogen across different business verticals. For a green hydrogen economy to become a reality, technological and economical breakthroughs are needed to bring down the costs associated with production, while a decisive regulatory framework is required to promote investments and support research and development (R&D) in the sector.»

For further revenue opportunities, market participants should explore these strategic recommendations:

Countries need to step up their green hydrogen strategies and invest in pilot and demonstration projects for Power-to-X (PtX) technologies. Additionally, strong collaborations and partnerships are needed to scale up the technology.
European countries and the US should add green hydrogen to natural gas mixtures to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, increase the integration of RES into the energy mix, increase the efficiency of the system, and help decarbonize the electricity, heat, industry, and transport sectors.
Fuel cell companies should develop small, modular fuel cell power systems that can be customized to meet the needs of rural/remote communities or critical infrastructure facilities.
Combined heat and power (CHP) fuel cell manufacturing companies should address concerns over their cost, reliability, and decreased efficiency to outperform their main competitors—lithium-ion energy storage system providers—and achieve competitive advantage.

Advances in Green Hydrogen Create Opportunity across the Global Power Sector is part of Frost & Sullivan’s Global Energy and Environment Growth Partnership Service program.

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Configure, price and quote in minutes with new CPQ app

DUBLIN, Calif., Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Veza 360 Inc. announced the availability of its CPQ mobile app that…

DUBLIN, Calif., Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Veza 360 Inc. announced the availability of its CPQ mobile app that empowers sales teams to easily configure, price and quote (CPQ) products to customers while on the go. The app simplifies the CPQ process dramatically and ensures customer orders are configured correctly, priced accurately, and quoted quickly.

Configure and create quotes in minutes while on the go!

Create accurate quotes 10 times faster
«Today the majority of quotes are created by inside sales teams who have to sift through a multitude of product catalogs, spreadsheets, portals, and often several communications with equipment manufacturers in order to determine product information and availability,» says Praveen Sharma, co-founder and president of Veza 360 Inc. «This complex process can lead to project delays — or even worse — lost business. With the CPQ app, field sales teams can easily generate quotes for customers in minutes using built-in configurators.»

How it works
CPQ runs on the Veza 360 platform, which supports a suite of applications designed to streamline information sharing between original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and channel partners. Complete product information including detailed descriptions, part number configurators, SKUs, pricing, lifecycle status, marketing collateral, and training materials are stored in the Veza 360 cloud, which then automatically publishes localized information to authorized channel partners. Field personnel can access the information and use it to configure products and create quotations in minutes on any mobile device.

CPQ surfaces different pricing guides based on industry, active promotions, and discount structures. The app also uses AI technology to recommend products for upsell and cross-sell opportunities and includes options for special pricing approvals. Sales reps can attach relevant documentation, such as product datasheets and marketing collateral, to the created proposals.

Bringing consumer experience to industrial clients
The app is designed to provide consumer experience to industrial clients, while also providing rich features that drive productivity and increase revenue opportunities. «Creating quotes in the Veza CPQ app is as easy as shopping on any consumer e-commerce website,» says Hong T Sun, president of mPower Electronics, a company that employs the CPQ app. «This single source of truth for channel partners increases efficiency, shortens sales cycles, and enhances overall experience for our mutual customers.»

The app is currently available in English language for both iOS and Android devices. Future versions are planned to support additional languages.

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Zillow Survey Predicts Austin will be the Nation’s Hottest Housing Market in 2021, Leading a Sunbelt Surge

SEATTLE, Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Austin will be America’s hottest housing market in 2021, leading a list of mostly Sun Belt cities expected to continue heating up faster than the nation’s large coastal markets, according to a new…

The booming Texas destination heads a lineup of sunny and relatively affordable metro areas — Phoenix, Nashville, Tampa and Denver — that are most likely to outperform the nation in home value growth, according to a panel of economists and real estate experts recently surveyed by Zillow.

The Zillow Home Price Expectations Survey, sponsored by Zillow and conducted quarterly by Pulsenomics LLC, asks a large panel of economists, investment strategists and real estate experts for their predictions about the U.S. housing market. The Q4 survey also asked about their expectations for 2021 home value growth in 20 large markets compared to the nation¹.

An overwhelming 84% of those surveyed said Austin values would out-perform the national average, compared to just 9% who believe it would fare worse. Phoenix came in second with 69%, followed by Nashville (67%), Tampa (60%), and Denver (56%). Page views on Zillow for-sale listings in Austin by out-of-town searchers were up 87% in November compared to 2019.

The top-five metros are all affordable options compared to expensive coastal areas that have led home appreciation ranks in recent years, providing relative value for Millennials looking to take advantage of low mortgage rates to buy their first home. The top five are also, for the most part, sunny locales. Four of the five counties holding the largest cities in these MSAs all rank in the top-third of counties in the contiguous U.S. for average daily sunlight, according to NASA data analysed in The Washington Post. Davidson County, home to Nashville, ranked just below the midline.

«The pandemic has not upended the housing market so much as accelerated trends we saw coming into 2020,» said Zillow senior economist Jeff Tucker. «These Sun Belt destinations are migration magnets thanks to relatively affordable, family-sized homes, booming economies and sunny weather. Record-low mortgage rates and the increased demand for living space, coupled with a surge of Millennials buying their first homes, will keep the pressure on home prices there for the foreseeable future.»

An improved economic outlook thanks to COVID-19 vaccine roll-outs and better treatments was pegged as the most likely tailwind for the housing market in 2021, followed by sustained strength in first-time home buying among Millennials. It proved a powerful demand driver in 2020 and is expected to persist for years to come.

Those looking for homes — especially their first — will enter a competitive market. Getting pre-approved for a mortgage, working with a trusted agent and taking advantage of online research tools are a few tips shoppers can use to get a leg up.

Austin was predicted to be the hottest market in last year’s survey, and that proved true. By mid-December the median list price for homes in the Austin metropolitan area was up 23.6% year over year — the largest rise among the 50 largest U.S. markets.

«During the pandemic I think a lot of people spending a big portion of their paycheck on rent or mortgage in cities like New York and San Francisco started working from home and suddenly had options. Their dollar goes a lot further in the South, the climate is better, and Austin has a lot to offer — from the food scene to outdoor activities and live music,» said Thomas Brown, a Zillow Premier Agent in Austin and CEO of The Agency Texas. «Those factors are going to continue drawing people into the Austin market in 2021.»

Expensive coastal cities are predicted to fall short of the national average — 82% of respondents said New York would see sub-par growth in 2021. San Francisco (77%) and Los Angeles (67%) round out the bottom of the 20-city list.

Tight supply conditions and affordability concerns were each cited by 29% of the panelists as the greatest headwind.

«While sustained tailwinds are forecasted this year across most of the shifting U.S. housing landscape, certain densely populated markets with high-priced real estate face prevailing headwinds,» said Terry Loebs, founder of Pulsenomics. «Accordingly, home value appreciation rates within coastal cities such as New York, San Francisco, and Los Angeles are projected to see a downshift from last year’s remarkable levels.»

Metropolitan Area	Share of Survey Respondents Expecting Market to Outperform National Average	Share Expecting Market to Perform About the Same as National Average	Share Expecting Market to Underperform National Average	Net Score
Austin, TX	84%	7%	9%	76
Phoenix, AZ	69%	22%	9%	60
Nashville, TN	67%	22%	11%	55
Tampa, FL	60%	35%	6%	54
Denver, CO	56%	33%	11%	44
Dallas-Fort Worth, TX	54%	30%	16%	39
Atlanta, GA	57%	24%	19%	38
Washington, DC	37%	38%	24%	13
Riverside, CA	37%	32%	31%	7
Miami, FL	34%	33%	33%	1
San Diego, CA	31%	35%	34%	-2.8
Houston, TX	32%	33%	35%	-2.9
Las Vegas, NV	35%	25%	40%	-6
Seattle, WA	29%	26%	45%	-16
Minneapolis, MN	20%	38%	42%	-22
Philadelphia, PA	13%	22%	65%	-52
Los Angeles, CA	12%	21%	67%	-56
San Francisco, CA	16%	7%	77%	-62
New York, NY	5%	13%	82%	-76


¹	This edition of the Zillow Home Price Expectations Survey surveyed 113 experts between November 23, 2020 and December 8, 2020. The survey was conducted by Pulsenomics LLC on behalf of Zillow, Inc. The Zillow Home Price Expectations Survey and any related materials are available through Zillow and Pulsenomics.

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Motiv Power Systems Appoints Prasad Ramakrishnan as Chief Operating Officer

FOSTER CITY, Calif., Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Motiv Power Systems announced today that Prasad…

FOSTER CITY, Calif., Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Motiv Power Systems announced today that Prasad Ramakrishnan assumed the role of Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective January 1, 2021. Ramakrishnan succeeds Marc Herman, who retired at the end of 2020 after a ten-year tenure with the company. Ramakrishnan joined Motiv in July 2020 as a Board Advisor to assist Motiv’s leadership team in developing a robust manufacturing and supply chain strategy. In his new role, he will focus on operational excellence and ensuring engineering, manufacturing, and quality processes provide customer-focused, robust, reliable, and profitable products at high-volume.

«As we head into the new year, we are making a shift in our senior leadership team to accommodate the new challenges we face as we transform our business for significant growth,» said Matt O’Leary, Motiv’s Chairman and CEO. «I am pleased to welcome Prasad to Motiv’s leadership team, who will have an immediate impact on our company’s performance.»

Ramakrishnan is a global turnaround specialist with expertise in renewable energy, mobility, and power industries, to name a few. He held global or regional operational leadership roles at Ford, Triumph International, Alstom, and General Electric while living and working in four continents during his career. With a passion for inclusive leadership and team development, while combining social and economic impact, he taught and developed executive education programs at the Swiss Federal Tech University (ETH) in Zurich and Babson College in Boston. Ramakrishnan holds bachelor’s degrees in Physics & Electrical Engineering, master’s degrees in Electrical Engineering & Personnel Administration, and is a Saïd Business School alumnus of the Oxford Advanced Management and Leadership Programme.

«I am excited to join Motiv and work alongside Matt and the entire team to continue to execute on its strategic plan, accelerate growth, and deliver exceptional products to our fleet customers,» said Ramakrishnan. «There has never been a better time to go electric, and Motiv is well-positioned to lead the charge.»

Despite numerous challenges of 2020, Motiv commercialized the AdaptEV software and power electronics in the EPIC chassis, forging key partnerships for battery supply and third-party manufacturing, improving reliability, and establishing a best-in-class customer support team. 2020 also marked the significant growth of customer deployments, including Alsco Uniforms, Bimbo Bakeries, Vail Valley Foundation’s Magic Bus, Town of Estes Park, Community Recourse Project, and many others who enjoy a 98 percent uptime.

About Motiv Power Systems
Founded in 2009 and headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area, Motiv Power Systems is a sustainable technology company delivering proven electric truck and bus chassis and related charging infrastructure. Its commitment to freeing fleets from fossil fuels provides fleets a seamless pathway to electrification. Motiv’s Ford eQVM-approved and CARB-certified EV technology operates at over 98 percent uptime today and uses high-performance BMW batteries for many configurations, including step vans, box trucks, work trucks, shuttle buses, school buses, trolleys, and more. Motiv has delivered 120 that have traveled more than one million miles across North America. The company’s solutions not only offer fleets up to 85 percent operation and maintenance cost savings, but also provide operators with a healthier and more comfortable driving experience without polluting the communities they serve. For more information and career opportunities, please visit www.motivps.com.

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