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Affinitus Appoints US CEO to lead expansion in North America

Food and drink, Aptean, Cision, Andy's Frozen Custard, Companies, Restaurants
Monday, August 3, 2020 - 11:00am

COLUMBIA, S.C., Aug. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Affinitus, the market leading provider of fresh produce business solutions, has appointed Andy Makeham as CEO of US Operations.

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  • COLUMBIA, S.C., Aug. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Affinitus, the market leading provider of fresh produce business solutions, has appointed Andy Makeham as CEO of US Operations.
  • Andy will be responsible for expansion in North America and global partner development.
  • Paul Hardy, Founder and CEO of Affinitus commented "Andy's experience in software business development, particularly in the fresh produce marketplace will be invaluable to us.
  • Andy was formerly CEO of LINKFRESH, and responsible for global expansion leading up to recent sale of the business to Aptean.

ProviDyn® Named One of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® in Atlanta

Cision, Companies
Monday, August 3, 2020 - 11:00am

ATLANTA, Aug. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --ProviDyn, a provider of IT support, strategy and services for small and medium-sized businesses and nonprofits, was named one of "Atlanta's Best and Brightest Companies to Work For."

Key Points: 
  • ATLANTA, Aug. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --ProviDyn, a provider of IT support, strategy and services for small and medium-sized businesses and nonprofits, was named one of "Atlanta's Best and Brightest Companies to Work For."
  • ProviDyn CEO Hamish Davidson wasn't feint in his enthusiasm for the recognition, "We are honored to be named as one Atlanta's Best and Brightest Companies to Work For.
  • As the conversation and focus has shifted, our Best and Brightest winning companies have also been a voice for important actions regarding Race.
  • It is in these unique times, the Best and Brightest Companies To Work For excel and share their knowledge with others" said Jennifer Kluge, President and CEO, Best and Brightest Programs.

SafeSend Returns Wins 2020 Technology Innovation Award

Business, CPA Practice Advisor, Certified Public Accountant, Accounting, Cision, Innovation
Monday, August 3, 2020 - 11:00am

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- SafeSend Returns has been recognized as the winner of the 2020 Tax & Accounting Technology Innovation Award presented by CPA Practice Advisor.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, Aug. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- SafeSend Returns has been recognized as the winner of the 2020 Tax & Accounting Technology Innovation Award presented by CPA Practice Advisor.
  • SafeSend Returns was previously presented with the award in 2016 and 2017 based on how unique and differentiated the solution is.
  • SafeSend Returns, a SafeSend cPaperless solution, is the multi-year winner of the CPA Practice Advisor Technology Innovation Award.
  • Built on innovative technology, SafeSend Returns has redefined the way accounting firms digitally assemble and deliver tax returns for their clients.

Ranjana Sharma Named Managing Director - Hammer Commerce

Business, Articles, Economy, Cision, Ranjana, Zwicker, Customer experience, Sharma, Entrepreneurship
Monday, August 3, 2020 - 11:00am

READING, Pa., Aug. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Ranjana Sharma has been named Managing Director- Hammer Commerce in Weidenhammer's Digital Solutions Division.

Key Points: 
  • READING, Pa., Aug. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Ranjana Sharma has been named Managing Director- Hammer Commerce in Weidenhammer's Digital Solutions Division.
  • "We are excited to have Ranjana as part of our team," states Chuck Zwicker, Chief Operating Officer for Weidenhammer.
  • "I am excited to be able to deliver our clients best-in-class commerce strategy and customer experience, providing them the opportunity to capture a substantial, long-term competitive advantage in today's digital economy," said Sharma.
  • Sharma holds an MBA from the University of West London and has completed Entrepreneurial Studies from Stanford University.

Jonathan Brewer appointed Regional Sales Manager for Anderson & Vreeland Inc.

Packaging, Relief printing, Flexography, Vreeland, Cision, Business, Companies
Monday, August 3, 2020 - 11:00am

FAIRFIELD, N.J., Aug. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The appointment of Jonathan Brewer as Regional Sales Manager for Anderson & Vreeland Inc., leading manufacturer of flexographic print technologies, equipment and consumables, is announced by Andy Gillis, Vice-President of Sales & General Manager for Anderson & Vreeland Inc.

Key Points: 
  • FAIRFIELD, N.J., Aug. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The appointment of Jonathan Brewer as Regional Sales Manager for Anderson & Vreeland Inc., leading manufacturer of flexographic print technologies, equipment and consumables, is announced by Andy Gillis, Vice-President of Sales & General Manager for Anderson & Vreeland Inc.
    With 7.5 years in the U.S. Army, Jonathan brought strong analytical and relationship-building abilities to Anderson & Vreeland Inc. where he was previously Account Manager for MN, ND, SD, NE, Northern IA and Northwest WI.
  • "His consistent record of transforming strategic vision and goals and integrating into any environment helped him become the leader he is today" he added.
  • Anderson & Vreeland provides flexographic printers with innovative solutions that are tailored to their specific application.
  • We are a privately-held company with over 50 years experience providing unrivaled customer service to the flexographic printing industry.

JMT Consulting Partners with Commonwealth Purchasing Group to Provide Discounted Financial Management Services to Community Health Center Nonprofits

Articles, Business, Supply chain management, Procurement, Group purchasing organization, Purchasing, Nonprofit organization, Cision, Consultant, CTO
Monday, August 3, 2020 - 7:00am

AUSTIN, Aug. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- JMT Consulting Group is pleased to announce the expansion of their partnership with Commonwealth Purchasing Group, a group purchasing organization helping community health centers and nonprofit organizations streamline costs and boost efficiency.

Key Points: 
  • AUSTIN, Aug. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- JMT Consulting Group is pleased to announce the expansion of their partnership with Commonwealth Purchasing Group, a group purchasing organization helping community health centers and nonprofit organizations streamline costs and boost efficiency.
  • "We are excited to expand our partnership with Commonwealth Purchasing Group to provide more accessible financial management solutions and services to nonprofits doing important work in their communities," says Andy Harleman, Director of Sales, JMT Consulting.
  • As part of the agreement, JMT Consulting will provide Commonwealth Purchasing Group with a standard 15% off of cloud accounting software implementations, financial management services, and nonprofit expert-led training programs.
  • CommonWealth Purchasing Group (CPG) is the nation's the leading group purchasing organization for community health centers and other community-based, non-profit organizations.

Author Don H. Will's newly released "Courageous Strength" is an inspirational guide to living a more Godly and empowered life

Bookselling, Films, Courageous, Cision, Holy Spirit in Christianity, Barnes & Noble, Meadville, Christianity, Creative works
Monday, August 3, 2020 - 5:00am

MEADVILLE, Pa., August 3, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --"Courageous Strength": an intelligent and compelling guide to more Godly and righteous living.

Key Points: 
  • MEADVILLE, Pa., August 3, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --"Courageous Strength": an intelligent and compelling guide to more Godly and righteous living.
  • "Courageous Strength" is the creation of published author, Don H. Will.
  • Will writes: "I wrote this book under the direct guidance and obedience of the Holy Spirit.
  • Consumers can purchase "Courageous Strength" at traditional brick & mortar bookstores, or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

Mr. Shigeki Ishida to join Fun Group as CPO; Mr. Keigo Aoki as VPoE

Cision, Shibuya, Companies
Monday, August 3, 2020 - 3:00am

TOKYO, Aug. 2, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Fun Group Inc. that oversees an entertainment business that specializes in local sightseeing tours, "Fun" (HQ: Shibuya-ku Tokyo, Japan; CEO: Kenji Miki) hereby announces that Mr. Shigeki Ishida has joined as CPO (Chief Product Officer, a joint developer) and Mr. Keigo Aoki as VPoE (Vice President of Engineering).

Key Points: 
  • TOKYO, Aug. 2, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Fun Group Inc. that oversees an entertainment business that specializes in local sightseeing tours, "Fun" (HQ: Shibuya-ku Tokyo, Japan; CEO: Kenji Miki) hereby announces that Mr. Shigeki Ishida has joined as CPO (Chief Product Officer, a joint developer) and Mr. Keigo Aoki as VPoE (Vice President of Engineering).
  • Mr. Keigo Aoki has led development and operation of software and technical staff in Aoi Co. that manages a smartphone prep school, "Aoi Seminar" as its CTO.
  • Fun Group will further enhance its teams to develop hardware and software and actively invest in both existing and new businesses for their growth.
  • Will join Fun Group as VPoE in August 2020.

Linda Mack moderated a panel for the Opal Group's Family Office Planning and Structured Forum held virtually on July 1, 2020

Emergency management, Cision, Preparedness, Companies
Sunday, August 2, 2020 - 6:00am

CHICAGO, Aug. 2, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Linda Mack, President, and Founder of Mack International was invited to moderate a panel for the Opal Group's Family Office Planning and Structured Forum held virtually on July 1, 2020.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, Aug. 2, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Linda Mack, President, and Founder of Mack International was invited to moderate a panel for the Opal Group's Family Office Planning and Structured Forum held virtually on July 1, 2020.
  • The session opened with a discussion on the level of preparedness family offices felt when faced with circumstances surrounding the pandemic.
  • "The panel reported many family offices found it challenging to respond to the unanticipated need to work remotely," said Linda.
  • There were, however, examples of some family offices who had experienced unforeseen circumstances like 9/11 in New York City.

Envoy and Athena Security Deliver the Workplace of the Future

Envoy, Cision, Companies, Mass media
Saturday, August 1, 2020 - 7:00pm

SAUSALITO, Calif., Aug. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Athena Security today announced its partnership with workplace solutions company Envoy, to equip offices with the most accurate, contact-free temperature screening on the market.

Key Points: 
  • SAUSALITO, Calif., Aug. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Athena Security today announced its partnership with workplace solutions company Envoy, to equip offices with the most accurate, contact-free temperature screening on the market.
  • "Envoy is pleased to work with Athena Security to build the workplace of the future as we increase the touch free and health conscious aspects for the modern office," said Envoy CEO Larry Gadea.
  • "In light of the pandemic, it's wonderful to partner with a workplace leader like Envoy to bring accurate, touch free temperature screenings to enhance office safety," said Athena Security CEO Lisa Falzone.
  • "As part of our ongoing pursuit of operational execution, we found our way to Athena Security and Envoy," said BJ Services Vice President of Human Resources & Administration Malcolm O'Neal.