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Announcing the 2SLGBTQI+ Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub Funding: Applications from academic and research institutions are now being accepted to establish a national 2SLGBTQI+ entrepreneurs and business research network.

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024
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Applications for a $3,000,000 research grant are now being accepted from partnerships led by a provincially or territorially recognized post-secondary academic or research institution.

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  • Applications for a $3,000,000 research grant are now being accepted from partnerships led by a provincially or territorially recognized post-secondary academic or research institution.
  • As a component of the 2SLGBTQI+ Entrepreneurship Program, the Knowledge Hub will conduct research and gather data to better understand the entrepreneurial landscape and challenges faced by 2SLGBTQI+ business owners.
  • This future national research network will engage in qualitative and quantitative research to identify crucial gaps in support systems, business opportunities, and information for 2SLGBTQI+ entrepreneurs.
  • Academic institutions or research institutes can submit their applications for support through the Knowledge Hub Funding until the end of March 2024. https://cglcc.ca/programs/2slgbtqi-entrepreneurship-program/the-knowledg...
    To read more about the overall 2SLGBTQI+ Entrepreneurship Program, please visit: www.cglcc.ca/2slgbtqi-entrepreneurship
    This project is funded by the Government of Canada.

Siblings Nina Laushell & Chris Kasmer Celebrate 5 Years in Business & Grow Sales of Minuteman Press Franchise in Levittown, PA

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Monday, January 15, 2024
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LEVITTOWN, Pa., Jan. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nina Laushell and Chris Kasmer are the owners of the Minuteman Press franchise in Levittown, PA since November of 2018.

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  • LEVITTOWN, Pa., Jan. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nina Laushell and Chris Kasmer are the owners of the Minuteman Press franchise in Levittown, PA since November of 2018.
  • On their achievements, Minuteman Press International Philadelphia Area Manager Brian Regenye says, “Nina and Chris have done a tremendous job since buying the business and taking over operations of Minuteman Press in Levittown, PA.
  • Chris attended the Philadelphia Franchise Expo in 2016 and that is where we first learned about Minuteman Press.
  • We get a lot of business from new customers because their current printer cannot meet their deadlines.”
    For more information on Minuteman Press in Levittown, PA, visit https://minuteman.com/us/locations/pa/bristol/

Milldam Public Relations Launches Data Center Community Relations Practice to Bridge The Gap Between Digital Infrastructure Providers and Local Communities Throughout North America

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Friday, January 12, 2024
Data Management, Commercial Building & Real Estate, Technology, Construction & Property, REIT, State, Local, Public Relations, Investor Relations, Communications, Telecommunications, Public Policy, Government, Other Construction & Property, Noise, Pulse, Commerce, Radar, Communication, Chamber of commerce, Politics, Economic development, Data center, Public opinion

Milldam Public Relations , a full-service public relations firm , today announced the launch of its Data Center Community Relations Service , the first community relations service exclusively serving the digital infrastructure sector.

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  • Milldam Public Relations , a full-service public relations firm , today announced the launch of its Data Center Community Relations Service , the first community relations service exclusively serving the digital infrastructure sector.
  • In addition to tailormade communication strategies, data center community relations will require coalition building and garnering influence with local officials and stakeholders.
  • Critical infrastructure plays a predominant role in most people's daily lives throughout North America, driving the need for data center operators.
  • For more information on Milldam’s data center community relations service, please visit https://milldampr.com/data-center-community-relations/ .

Introducing LeoApe's™ Children's Book Series by Wallace Stephens

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Friday, January 12, 2024
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FORT WASHINGTON, Md., Jan. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LeoApe™, the unique creature that is part lion and part ape, is on a mission to inform, inspire, and elevate conversations around inclusiveness through its 12-book children's series. Tailored for ages pre-K through 8, the LeoApe™ Children's Book Series aims to teach children the importance of diversity and inclusion, promote empathy and understanding, and inspire them to be change makers.

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  • The first book in the series, "The Magical Carousel of Colors," is set to be released in late spring or early summer.
  • As Black History Month approaches, LeoApe™ is proud to present a special edition book, LeoApe's™ Galaxy of Black Inventors: "The People Who Made the World a Better Place."
  • The creator, Wallace O. Stephens, has a profound desire to inspire young minds and instill pride and curiosity about the incredible contributions of Black inventors throughout history.
  • For more information about LeoApe's™ Children's Book Series or to schedule an interview with Wallace O. Stephens, please contact:
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CHICKEN SALAD CHICK COMING TO NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS; THIRD LOCATION FOR SAN ANTONIO AREA IN JUST ONE YEAR

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Wednesday, January 3, 2024
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ATLANTA, Jan. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicken Salad Chick, the nation's only fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, announced today the grand opening of its third location in the San Antonio, Texas, area. Less than a year after introducing the brand in Stone Oak and Westover Hills, the local business trio of James Oberg, Jeff Rochelle and George Shaw are opening Chicken Salad Chick in New Braunfels at 1050 FM 306. Located in Gruene Heights Center, the restaurant boasts a convenient drive-thru and spacious patio for outdoor dining. The community is invited to celebrate the grand opening on Wednesday, Jan. 17, with the first 100 guests receiving free chicken salad for a year.

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  • - First 100 Guests at Jan. 17th Grand Opening Receive Free Chicken Salad for a Year -
    ATLANTA, Jan. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicken Salad Chick , the nation's only fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, announced today the grand opening of its third location in the San Antonio, Texas, area.
  • The next 99 guests in line receive one large Quick Chick of chicken salad per month for a year.
  • "These communities are growing by leaps and bounds with many young families and local retirees," said Jeff Rochelle, co-owner of Chicken Salad Chick in San Antonio.
  • The New Braunfels Chicken Salad Chick will be open Monday – Saturday from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. For more information, visit www.chickensaladchick.com .

Floor & Decor Announces Grand Opening of Mansfield, Texas Store

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Tuesday, January 2, 2024
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In appreciation of its valued builders, contractors, architects, designers, remodelers, flooring installers and realtors, Floor & Decor welcomes its PRO network to the new location with a special PRO VIP Grand Opening event on February 7, 2024.

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  • In appreciation of its valued builders, contractors, architects, designers, remodelers, flooring installers and realtors, Floor & Decor welcomes its PRO network to the new location with a special PRO VIP Grand Opening event on February 7, 2024.
  • In addition, the Mansfield Floor & Decor store will give away a $5,000 Floor Makeover as part of its grand opening festivities.
  • Floor & Decor is one of Fortune's 100 fastest-growing companies, and in April 2023, Floor & Decor was named to Yelp’s “Most Loved Brands” list, which honors the most loved brands on the consumer reviews platform.
  • For more information on Floor & Decor, please visit https://www.flooranddecor.com/ and on Facebook ( www.facebook.com/flooranddecor ).

Senator Josh Newman Receives Orange County Business Council’s Leadership in Public Service Award for Supporting RevHubOC’s NorthSTAR OC

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Thursday, December 7, 2023
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Newman and the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) provided RevHubOC, Orange County’s first social enterprise incubator, with a grant of $8.5 million to launch the NorthSTAR OC Collaborative.

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  • Newman and the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) provided RevHubOC, Orange County’s first social enterprise incubator, with a grant of $8.5 million to launch the NorthSTAR OC Collaborative.
  • “I am honored and grateful to have received the Orange County Business Council’s Leadership in Public Service award, and I’d like to congratulate all of the nominees on the incredible impact each has made to better our community,” Senator Newman said.
  • Alongside his support of the NorthSTAR OC Collaborative, Senator Josh Newman was recognized for his investment in infrastructure, advancement in workforce development, environmental stewardship and crisis management.
  • If you’re a community organization interested in being a part of NorthSTAR OC’s mission, visit the NorthSTAR OC website to learn more about joining the ecosystem.

California Peace Officers’ Association Joins Californians Against Retail and Residential Theft Efforts

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Public Policy, Government, Law Enforcement, Emergency Services, Retail, State, Local, Convenience Store, Other Retail, Department Stores, Legislature, Public policy, Quality of life, Theft, Law enforcement, Fear, Commerce, Residential area, California Chamber of Commerce, Chamber of commerce, CPOA, Assistant, Property management

Californians Against Retail and Residential Theft (CARRT) announced today the California Peace Officers’ Association joined the coalition.

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  • Californians Against Retail and Residential Theft (CARRT) announced today the California Peace Officers’ Association joined the coalition.
  • "The California Peace Officers’ Association (CPOA) and its more than 26,000 law enforcement members have joined our coalition to tackle the increasing rates of residential and retail crime," said Matt Ross, spokesman for CARRT.
  • “Retail theft, residential theft and organized retail crime have more than just a financial impact.
  • The coalition includes local Chambers of Commerce, California Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce, California Business Roundtable, California Black Chamber of Commerce, California Chamber of Commerce, California Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and National Federation of Independent Business.

VizyPay Celebrates Local Businesses With Second Annual Look Local First Day

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
Chamber of commerce, Commerce, Small business, Greater, HQ

Part of VizyPay’s Look Local First movement, Look Local First Day was officially declared by Waukee’s Mayor and Chamber of Commerce in 2022.

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  • Part of VizyPay’s Look Local First movement, Look Local First Day was officially declared by Waukee’s Mayor and Chamber of Commerce in 2022.
  • Look Local First Day is dedicated to celebrating entrepreneurs and empowering consumers to choose local businesses over big-box retailers.
  • As a small business champion, VizyPay challenges consumers across the nation to support their local businesses on Look Local First Day, throughout the holiday season and year-round.
  • Find out more about the Look Local First movement and small businesses to support on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram .

Advisors Charlie Medelberg and Stacey Koziatek join UBS in Chesterfield, Missouri

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Thursday, November 30, 2023
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UBS Wealth Management USA today announced that Charlie Medelberg and Stacey Koziatek, The Medelberg Group , have joined the firm as Financial Advisors.

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  • UBS Wealth Management USA today announced that Charlie Medelberg and Stacey Koziatek, The Medelberg Group , have joined the firm as Financial Advisors.
  • They join the UBS Midwest Wealth Management Market, managed by Michael Mimick, and will be located in the Chesterfield, MO office, reporting to Gary Wideman.
  • “On behalf of UBS, we’re excited to welcome Charlie and Stacey to the firm,” said Michael Mimick, Midwest Market Executive at UBS Wealth Management USA.
  • Prior to joining UBS, Charlie spent 15 years working as a Financial Advisor at Morgan Stanley and 20 years with Merrill Lynch.