Archives February 2023

Baltimore, MD, February 07, 2023 — On January 7, 2023, five Black police officers from the Memphis Police Department beat up a 29-year-old black man Tyre Nichols, during a traffic stop. He was hospitalized and died 3 days later.

In response to the tragedy, President Everett Winchester of the UNIA-ACL Baltimore Division 106 Barca-Clarke released the following statement:

“First of all, we are sending love and prayers to the family, friends, and associates of our young brother Tyre Nichols. Our UNIA-ACL Division 106 Barca-Clarke just protested Thursday, 1/26/2023 for officers to be charged in the death of the unarmed young man Donnell Rochester. Donnell was shot and killed unarmed. Then to see the video footage of our young brother Tyre, I can only explained it as an execution! While more information comes out about the unlawful traffic stop, to see the gruesome video was horrendous. I can only envision the thoughts, fear, and bewilderment he had. No one deserves such a brutal and unjustified beating. The police are suppose to protect our rights. It was an abuse of authority, power, and a lack of respect for the community.

“We demand justice. This incident did not happen because of a lack of judgement. This was not a simple mistake. This was an example of bad policing. This shows a police culture that deals with black people differently from other races. There is no other way to call it. It was torture! It was an unnecessary beating of a man. The police showed no ethics, and from the beginning of the traffic stop the police were immoral. We are asking that the black communities everywhere stand up and show support for the family. We cannot be quiet while this type of abuse is happening on the daily. This murder is not just a civil rights issue. The culture of the police needs to me more than questioned, it needs to be changed. You would think that black police officers would have a better understanding. I am afraid that our community will start normalizing Police brutality just as it seems we have normalized the violence in our community. This incident seems to be a police culture and training issue. We must fight for truth and fight for what the laws should be doing. Protecting us!

“One God! One Aim! One Destiny!

“The Universal Negro Improvement Association- African Communities League (UNIA-ACL) is a charitable, educational, friendly, humanitarian, institutional, social, constructive, expansive society Founded by the honorable Marcus Garvey. The motto of the organization is ‘One God! One Aim! One Destiny!’ Therefore, let justice be done to all mankind, realizing that if the strong oppresses the weak confusion and discontent will ever mark the path of man, but with love, faith and charity towards all the reign of peace and plenty will be heralded into the world and the generations of men shall be called blessed. The Baltimore division is named after General Hannibal Barca and Dr. John Henrik Clarke. Our Baltimore division has main mission is attending to the task of helping and healing our people in the Baltimore Metropolitan Area.

“We follow the teachings of The Honorable Marcus Garvey to build Solidarity, Strength and Self-Sufficiency in our Communities. In the Spirit of Hannibal Barca and in the footsteps of John Henrik Clarke, we will Inspire, Activate and Educate our people about their African History and The Pan-African Liberation Struggle.”

President Everett Winchester
443-466-0433
Everett@uniabarcaclarke.com
www.uniabarcaclarke.com
Contact
UNIA-ACL Baltimore Division 106
President Everett Winchester
443-466-0433
www.uniabarcaclarke.com

St. Louis, MO, February 07, 2023 — Mayor Tishaura O. Jones to issue an Optimist Day Proclamation on Thursday, February 2, 2023. On this day, the community can be an Optimist themselves in action by joining us to honor the Optimist Club of St. Louis and its 106+ years of helping the community and youth of St. Louis, Missouri.

“Today is a day to celebrate Optimist Day and optimism! As part of the organization’s ongoing mission, the Optimist Club of St. Louis is delighted to receive this proclamation from Mayor Tishaura O. Jones and the City of St. Louis, in recognizing Optimist Day and the Club for its over 106+ years of contributions to the community. With optimism as a cornerstone, the Club members hope to inspire others to embrace the positive and pass that on to others.” – Jennifer Bagwell, President of Optimist Club of St. Louis, MO.

Each year, Optimist Clubs around the world volunteer their time and skills in programs to improve their communities and provide opportunities for the youth of all ages. They provide leadership, scholarship, wellness, safety, arts, and sports programs. Optimist members look to the future with hope, and on Optimist Day please celebrate the volunteers who share their enthusiasm, skills, and talent to make tomorrow a vibrant and peaceful one.

The Optimist Club of St. Louis started in 1916 and has supported local youth in the city of St. Louis for over 106 years through programs and service projects that the Club is involved in. Additionally, the Club awards annual grants to other organizations in the community, all in the name of Optimism.
Contact
Optimist Club of St. Louis
Jennifer Bagwell
314-954-4613
stloptimists.org

Natick, MA, February 07, 2023 – According to a January 2023 survey of 200 AE firm executives conducted by management consulting firm, Morrissey Goodale, 70% of the AE firm respondents are anticipating that 2023 will be “an even better year than 2022,” which was a record year for many AE industry firms across the country.

In the survey, 77% of respondents say talent acquisition and retention is the primary constraint on performance. As a result, AE firms expect they will continue to increase salary compensation. Respondents did reveal that bonuses may not increase at the same rate as they did in 2022.

Other AE firm survey respondent highlights include:

AE Firms Plan Salary Budget Increases for 2023:

• · Over half (55%) of respondents plan salary increases of between 6% to 9%.
• · Forty-one percent of firms are budgeting raises of between 1% to 5%.
• · Three percent of firms plan on salary increases of 10% or more.
• · Architecture and AE firms are planning for lighter raises in the 1% to 5% range than their Engineering and EA peers who are budgeting 6% to 9%.
• · A greater percentage of firms with 1,000 employees or more are budgeting in the 1% to 5% range, compared with their smaller peers.
• · Surveying/Mapping firms anticipate a 6% to 9% increase raise in raises this year.

AE Firms Predict 2023 Bonus Environment to be Same as 2022:

• · Nearly half (48%) percent of respondents anticipate that bonuses will be about the same in 2023 as they were in 2022.
• · Ten percent of respondents expect their payout for bonuses to be lower.
• · Forty-two percent anticipate spending more on bonuses in 2023 compared with 2022.

“The AE industry continues to navigate unprecedented change at the intersection of four generational trends – not enough talent to meet demand, a great and on-going recapitalization, rapid technological advances, and massive public sector demand for services,” says Mick Morrissey, managing principal at Morrissey Goodale. “The winners will be those firms that make the investments needed now to secure the talent to meet short-term production needs and longer-term leadership development and firm transition initiatives.”

About Morrissey Goodale LLC
Morrissey Goodale LLC is a leading management consulting firm to the Architecture Engineering (AE) and Environmental Consulting industry. Headquarters are located at 209 West Central Street, Suite 317, Natick MA, 01760. The company can be reached at 508-254-3914 or on the web at www.morrisseygoodale.com. Morrissey Goodale also has offices in Denver, CO, Chicago, IL, Irvine, CA, Rochester, NY, Houston, TX, and Atlanta, GA.
Contact
Morrissey Goodale
Tricia Washington
714-592-0557
https://www.morrisseygoodale.com/
Mark Goodale
508-254-3914
mgoodale@morrisseygoodale.com

Houston, TX, February 07, 2023 — VisiumKMS is partnering with DREEM, in an effort to provide environmental and sustainability software solutions to customers. Visium will be selling and implementing DREEM software alongside the DREEM team to ensure federal, and state environmental regulations as well as sustainability and ESG metrics can be followed smoothly.

“We are extremely excited to partner with DREEM Solutions,” said Karen Barnes, Managing Director of VisiumKMS. “Our customers value environmental, social and governance practices and now they can seamlessly include ESG practices with their EHS practices in one integrated solution. DREEM Solutions is quickly becoming an important provider in the ESG market, which made them an ideal partner for VisiumKMS.”

Organizations that are subject to mandatory or voluntary environmental and sustainability reporting need a simple solution that is agile, intuitive, and user-friendly, which is what DREEM can provide. Alongside Visium, which holds environmental, social and governance practices at the heart of their developments, sustainability and compliance will be assured.

“We are thrilled to be partnering with Visium,” said Khal Rabadi, DREEM’s Founder and CEO. “Their reputation for delivering outstanding software and services is well-known in the industry, and we are excited to partner with Visium to offer DREEM software to their customers. We believe that this partnership will help us to better serve the EHS market and to continue growing our business.”

Both Visium and DREEM believe that their solutions go hand in hand in ensuring the industry can find viable solutions for the long term.

About Visium

VisiumKMS delivers simplicity to global enterprises who contend with regulated processes and complex engineering assets. We break the shackles that outmoded, and subsequently high-risk processes impose on progress.

Developed over the course of the last 30 years, VisiumKMS has evolved as heavy industry has evolved, responding to growing complexity with a solution that offers a simple approach to systematic management.

Our team brings direct industry experience to bear in solving problems we fully understand, with solutions we develop with passion – a belief in our ability to take you to the next level of efficiency in the areas of your operations most critical to success and compliance; your unique aspirations and goals.

About DREEM

Data Reporting and Enterprise Environmental Management Solutions (DREEM) is a cloud-hosted solution that brings simplicity & powerfulness to the day-to-day tasks of the sustainability world; by simplifying the user experience while maintaining the capability to crunch, manipulate, analyze & report on data.

DREEM specifically targets sustainability, ESG, and environmental management, and incorporates features enabling users to track, analyze, and report upon events with sustainability and environmental implications. This includes both required governmental and management reporting.
Contact
VisiumKMS
Karen Barnes
(713) 492-7290

Home

ContactContact

Portland, OR, February 7, 2023 –— Nova USA Wood Products, Inc., a leading supplier of high-quality wood products and accessories, has been named the exclusive provider of Rhino Wood in North America. Rhino Wood is a modified timber produced through a patented two-stage process that uses thermal modification and pressure to impregnate the original wood right to the core with a proprietary compound. This patented process results in the perfect sustainable alternative to hardwoods like Ipe. Rhino Wood achieves the same high-density, low-maintenance, and Class 1 durability characteristics as Ipe hardwood while aging beautifully into a silver-grey color over time.

“Rhino Wood is the ideal complement to our premium line of exotic hardwood decking and siding products,” said Steve Getsiv, the company’s CEO. “Many of the hardwoods that were previously used throughout the marketplace are now either scarce or prohibitively expensive. Rhino Wood is the latest example of our efforts to meet customer needs with high-quality woods that will stand the test of time with beauty and great structural integrity.”

“Nova USA Wood Products offered everything we wanted in a U.S. partner,” added Steven Suntup, Rhino Wood’s U.S. representative. “They have an extensive distribution network that extends from the U.S. into Mexico and Canada. Plus, they know the true value of innovation and the need to continually meet client needs with premium products that look great and perform exceptionally well no matter the climate. This includes providing a large variety of cost-effective alternatives to the hardwoods that are increasingly becoming cost-prohibitive and less available.”

Rhino Wood’s patented thermal heat and pressure impregnation process was specifically developed to double the hardness and density of sustainably-sourced South African Pine species. Durable and stable, Rhino Wood is the ideal choice for outdoor applications with products including decking, fencing, and siding, as well as posts, laminated beams, and custom patterns such as beaded ceilings and T&G porch flooring. Rhino Wood will be offered in patterns that fit perfectly with Nova’s patented line of hidden decking clips and rain screen siding clips.

In addition to being biodegradable and containing zero toxins and no volatile organic compounds (VOCs), Rhino Wood can also be disposed of like any other untreated wood. Other advantages include the ability to resist dents, scratches, surface damage, moisture, swelling, shrinkage, insects, UV degradation, rot, and decay.

Rhino Wood will be available from Nova USA Wood Products in early 2023. For more information, please visit www.novausawood.com or call 503-419-6407.

About Nova USA Wood Products
Launched in 2005, Nova is dedicated to the supply of superior, high-quality wood products and accessories available at the most competitive prices in today’s marketplace. This includes the company’s Real Wood Solutions like its proprietary line of ExoShield Wood Stains, ExoDek® QuickClip® hidden fasteners, ExoClad® QuickClip™ Rainscreen Siding Clips, and premium tropical hardwood decking and siding products.
Contact
StarrComm Strategies
William Chelak
732-541-8471
www.novausawood.com/

Oxford, United Kingdom, February 07, 2023 — About “If I Had a Heart It Would Break”:
In “If I Had a Heart It Would Break” you are taken on a journey through heartbreak, hope, and words of comfort for the future. From a domestic abusive relationship, an emotional rollercoaster to hope and healing, this collection is for everyone no matter where they are on their journey.

This work is available worldwide via Amazon:

Paperback (66 pages)
Dimensions: 13.97 x 0.38 x 21.59 cm
ISBN-13 9781800944862
Kindle eBook ASIN B0BSFY5WF9
Amazon URL: http://mybook.to/HWB
Published in the UK by Michael Terence Publishing, 2023

About the Author
Donna Evans (Phillips) is a writer who dreams to inspire others going through tough times in relationships and life, with a message of hope and encouragement.
She lives in Northern Ireland with her daughter.

About Michael Terence Publishing – Web: www.mtp.agency
Michael Terence Publishing is a UK-founded hybrid publishing house and literary agency founded to give worthy authors a platform to publish their works and to promote their success via online and traditional channels.

For further information, media packs, and interview requests, please contact:
Michael Terence Publishing
Marketing & Promotions
Two Brewers House
2A Wellington Street
Thame
Oxfordshire OX9 3BN
UK
Email: admin@mtp.agency
Web: www.mtp.agency
Tel: +44 (0)20 3582 2002
Contact
Michael Terence Publishing
Keith Abbott
00442035822002
mtp.agency

Wilmington, DE, February 07, 2023 —- CloudLIMS, a leading provider of laboratory informatics, today published a free, open-access eBook titled “A Comprehensive Guide to Regulatory Compliance for Biobanks.”

Biobanks are responsible for maintaining high-quality, fit-for-purpose samples for use in research. They perform several functions including sample acquisition, preparation, storage, analysis, testing, and distribution. In addition to preserving the integrity of biospecimens throughout their lifecycle, biobanks are also expected to safeguard the Protected Health Information (PHI) of donors, manage donor consent, and ensure collected biospecimens are only used for the intended purpose. Since they handle sensitive biological materials and their associated data, national and international standards and regulatory compliance have been set to guide and govern them.

This eBook provides in-depth guidance on regulatory compliance for biobanks, be it any size. Regulations covered in the eBook include HIPAA, ISO 20387, 21 CFR Part 11, EU GDPR, ISBER & NCI Best Practices. It also delineates laws pertaining to the use of biosamples, data protection, and clinical trials in the EU, Finland, the UK, France, Germany, China, Brazil, and India. Finally, the eBook sheds light on how a LIMS can help biobanks meet compliance goals and follow quality standards with ease.

What is included in the eBook:

– The importance of regulatory compliance for biobanks
– Types of biobanks
– Regulatory requirements for biobanks such as GDPR, HIPAA, 21 CFR Part 11, ISO 20387:2018, ISBER & NCI Best Practices
– The regulatory framework of biobanks worldwide
– How can a LIMS help biobanks meet compliance needs?
– How to select the right LIMS for your biobank?
– Why cloud-based LIMS for biobanks?
– How can digital solutions transform biobanking?

Download: https://cloudlims.com/cloudlims-publishes-a-complimentary-ebook-on-regulatory-compliance-for-biobanks/

“This eBook provides a 360-degree overview of biobanking regulatory requirements,” said Arun Apte, CEO at CloudLIMS. “The guide doesn’t offer simple generalizations but carefully and exhaustively delineates regulations governing the biobanking industry and what it takes to comply with them. Anyone can download this online book for free,” he continued.

About CloudLIMS

CloudLIMS.com offers a secure, in-the-cloud, SaaS LIMS with zero upfront cost purpose-built for biobanks. CloudLIMS offers a wide range of complimentary services, including technical support and training, automatic product upgrades, legacy data migration, product configuration, automatic data back-ups twice a day, and secure data access. CloudLIMS helps biobanks maintain user access for PHI control, manage samples and metadata, automate and streamline workflows, meet compliance and follow best practices such as ISO 20387:2018, EU GDPR, HIPAA, 21 CFR Part 11, and ISBER Best Practices. CloudLIMS.com is a SOC 2 compliant and ISO 9001:2015 certified informatics company.
Contact
CloudLIMS
Mrinal Kanti Chatterjee
+1-302-789-0447
http://www.cloudlims.com/

Miami, FL, February 07, 2023 -RodezArt and EAL 401 Tribute Group are pleased to announce a panel discussion on the story of Flight 401, set to take place on Saturday, March 4, 2023, from 1 to 3 pm at HistoryMiami Museum. This event will bring together a diverse group of participants who will share their unique perspectives and experiences related to the tragic event.

The panel will feature Ron Infantino, a surviving passenger who will tell the story of what happened to him and his wife on Flight 401. Benny Benitez, an aviation consultant, and specialist will discuss the events that led to the crash and the subsequent changes in air safety protocols.

Bruce Brockhouse and Al Naranjo, the architects behind phase II of the Tribute Memorial, will also be in attendance. They will provide insights into their design process and the significance of the memorial to the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives on Flight 401.

Retired Flight Attendant Linda Cornblit, who was scheduled to work for the flight but was pulled off due to labor law limitations, will offer a unique perspective as a flight attendant. The art project curator, George Rodez, will share how he became involved in the project, the selection process for the 12 artists featured in the exhibit, and how he came to title the exhibit “If You Can Hear My Voice…Don’t Light A Match,” which is on view through March 19, 2023, at the Community Gallery.

In addition, selected artists will discuss their artistic interpretation for their model L-1011 aircraft and how they came up with their ideas. The videographer, Erin Brockhouse, will provide insight into her film currently showing at the exhibit, which serves as a backdrop to the story of Flight 401. A Q&A session will follow the presentation.

Join them at HistoryMiami Museum for this panel discussion and gain a deeper understanding of the story of Flight 401 and the impact it has had on the aviation industry and the families and loved ones of those affected by the tragedy.
Contact
Rodezart.com
George Rodez
786-543-7237
www.rodezart.com

Oxford, United Kingdom, February 07, 2023 —- About “Max Deepfake Revenge”:

A frenzied drug pusher brutally attacks Jo Hadge on her doorstep late at night. Terrified, she defends herself and, in desperate danger, lashes out and stabs him.

But it is Jo who ends up in court and must face a tense, nerve-shredding trial.
Dan, her partner, and lover, believes in her innocence. He wants revenge. He creates a devastating sham social media campaign of retribution, posting fictitious deep fake videos of character destruction.

A horrifying international cataclysm follows his brilliant comeuppance. From the UK to Ohio to Mexico and Ecuador, Dan’s crusade wreaks terrible repercussions on the families and gangs of cocaine suppliers.

Suddenly a psychopathic IT mogul, a cartel boss, dealers, and pushers are all caught by Dan’s deepfake sting – but who will pay, and what is the shocking price of a lover’s vengeance?

This work is available worldwide via Amazon and all good bookstores:
Paperback (204 pages)
Dimensions: 13.97 x 1.3 x 21.59 cm
ISBN-13 9781800944527 / 9781800944589
Kindle eBook ASIN B0BMB2LF3P
Amazon URL: http://mybook.to/MDR
Published in the UK by Michael Terence Publishing, 2022

About the Author
Tony has been writing for most of his life, from editing a group of newspapers to copywriting and creating speeches and scripts for global company videos and conferences.

His news and research instincts, combined with his interests in emerging technologies and new media, create the essence of his books which, although fictional, have a core of fact and real-life occurrences running through them.
Max’s deep fake revenge is his debut as an author. It involves the power of social media and technology, especially deep fake, and how it can be manipulated for crime and revenge. And in Tony’s books, revenge is served with compelling extra heat.

Tony lives in Wiltshire with Sarah, his beloved wife, and inspiration.

About Michael Terence Publishing – Web: www.mtp.agency
Michael Terence Publishing is a UK-founded hybrid publishing house and literary agency founded to give worthy authors a platform to publish their works and to promote their success via online and traditional channels.

For further information, media packs, and interview requests, please contact:
Michael Terence Publishing
Marketing & Promotions
Two Brewers House
2A Wellington Street
Thame
Oxfordshire OX9 3BN
UK
Email: admin@mtp.agency
Web: www.mtp.agency
Tel: +44 (0)20 3582 2002
Contact
Michael Terence Publishing
Keith Abbott
00442035822002
MTP. agency
Contact

Oxford, United Kingdom, February 07, 2023 — About “Christmas Nights”:

Michael is an unhappy Teenager.
Since he was a child, has loved Christmas. He dreams of it. And Christmas remains a very special time of year.
Michael gets excited each Christmas. He dreams of Santa Claus.
As Michael grows older he grows a devotion to the Lord.
He is devoted…

This work is available worldwide via Amazon and all good bookstores:
Paperback (30 pages)
Dimensions 13.97 x 0.18 x 21.59 cm
ISBN-13 9781800944695 / 9781800944770
Kindle eBook ASIN B0BG3DDS65
Amazon URL: https://mybook.to/XNIGHTS
Published in the UK by Michael Terence Publishing, 2022

About Michael Terence Publishing – Web: www.mtp.agency
Michael Terence Publishing is a UK-founded hybrid publishing house and literary agency founded to give worthy authors a platform to publish their works and to promote their success via online and traditional channels.

For further information, media packs, and interview requests, please contact:
Michael Terence Publishing
Marketing & Promotions
Two Brewers House
2A Wellington Street
Thame
Oxfordshire OX9 3BN
UK
Email: admin@mtp.agency
Web: www.mtp.agency
Tel: +44 (0)20 3582 2002
Contact
Michael Terence Publishing
Keith Abbott
00442035822002
mtp.agency
ContactContact