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Playvox Announces Annual Partner of the Year Awards for Workforce Engagement Management Solutions

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
BNPL, CRM, Organization, Growth, Angi, Partnership, WEM, AI, ANGI, WFM, Workflow, Quality management, Workforce, QM, Partner, HomeAdvisor, Intelisys, Sales

SUNNYVALE, Calif., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Playvox, the leading provider of Workforce Engagement Management (WEM) solutions for digital-first contact and support centers, today announced its annual Partner of the Year Awards. Global and industry-leading brands including Salesforce, Dialpad Inc., Gladly, Neuraflash, and Bridgepointe were recognized for leadership, commitment to customer support, approach to call center innovation, and partnership with Playvox and their customers.

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  • SUNNYVALE, Calif., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Playvox, the leading provider of Workforce Engagement Management (WEM) solutions for digital-first contact and support centers, today announced its annual Partner of the Year Awards.
  • The annual Playvox Partner of the Year Awards for Workforce Engagement Management (WEM) solutions recognize those organizations that exemplify excellence and continue to contribute to industry collaboration, growth, and success.
  • Playvox started 2024 with a fast start, adding several new partnerships to its portfolio, including Freshworks , Five9 , and Intelisys .
  • "Playvox is dedicated to serving our existing and future customers with solutions that enhance engagement for agent and customer experiences, as well as workforce solutions," continued Pagel.

FTC Returns More than $3 Million to Businesses that Paid for HomeAdvisor Memberships, Announces Claims Process for Additional Refunds

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Wednesday, January 3, 2024
Federal Trade Commission, Angi, Marketing, Fraud, Commission, HomeAdvisor, FTC, News, Online shopping

The agency is also sending claim forms to businesses that are eligible for additional refunds.

Key Points: 
  • The agency is also sending claim forms to businesses that are eligible for additional refunds.
  • The refunds stem from FTC allegations that HomeAdvisor used deceptive marketing tactics when selling home improvement project leads to service providers, including small businesses operating in the “gig” economy.
  • These refunds are related to the FTC’s allegations that HomeAdvisor misled businesses about the quality of customer leads they would get with their membership.
  • The agency is also sending 91,273 claims forms to businesses that paid for mHelpDesk.

Simpluris Bolsters Sales Team with Two New Vice Presidents

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023
Employment, Business development, National Credit Union Administration, LLP, Senne, Marketing, HomeAdvisor, Commissioner

COSTA MESA, Calif., Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Simpluris Inc., a recognized leader in legal administration, announced today that class action experts Michael Forrest and Stephanie Saunders have joined as Vice Presidents of Business Development. Michael and Stephanie will foster client relationships and provide guidance throughout the settlement administration process.

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  • Their experience and expertise with various class action verticals is a benefit to both Simpluris and our clients," said Patrick Ivie, Chief Revenue Officer of Simpluris.
  • "I'm thrilled to be joining Simpluris as it presents an opportunity to work with a very collaborative, forward-thinking team," Michael said.
  • "I am delighted to be joining Simpluris and to be working with an innovative and creative team.
  • The subject matter experts at Simpluris leverage their experience to develop a settlement framework designed to meet the unique aspects of class action and mass arbitration matters.

Reimagining The Manufactured Home - Oak Creek Homes' Unique Twist on Shipping Container Living

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023
HUD, 3D, Weather, Housing, Oak Creek, Smart, Vue, Sleep, Heat, Safety, HomeAdvisor, Woodworking, Hotel, Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning

Oak Creek Homes presents a fresh, innovative approach that combines the allure of TEXASIZED spaces with the affordability and style of shipping container homes.

Key Points: 
  • Oak Creek Homes presents a fresh, innovative approach that combines the allure of TEXASIZED spaces with the affordability and style of shipping container homes.
  • With just a select number of limited-edition manufactured or modular homes available at introductory pricing, Oak Creek Homes invites you to experience a redefined way of living.
  • The Vue by Oak Creek Homes is our answer to creating a bigger, better, and more comfortable TEXASIZED version of a shipping container home.
  • Don't miss this opportunity to own an affordable TEXASIZED luxury home with Oak Creek Homes' unique twist on shipping container living!

FTC, Department of Labor Partner to Protect Workers from Anticompetitive, Unfair, and Deceptive Practices

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
Workforce, Department, Prudential Securities, Partnership, Employment, U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Inspector General, National Labor Relations Board, Federal Trade Commission, Commission, Policy, Uber, Ardagh Group, New York State Department of Labor, DOL, Social media, Competition, 7-Eleven, FTC, MOU, DaVita Inc., HomeAdvisor, Glass, Prudential, Research, Fraud, News, Financial adviser, Dietary supplement, Amazon, Burgerim
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FTC, Department of Labor Partner to Protect Workers from Anticompetitive, Unfair, and Deceptive Practices

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
Workforce, Department, Prudential Securities, Partnership, Employment, U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Inspector General, National Labor Relations Board, Federal Trade Commission, Commission, Policy, Uber, Ardagh Group, New York State Department of Labor, DOL, Social media, Competition, 7-Eleven, FTC, MOU, DaVita Inc., HomeAdvisor, Glass, Prudential, Research, Fraud, News, Financial adviser, Dietary supplement, Amazon, Burgerim

“This agreement with the Department of Labor is part of our whole-of-government effort to protect workers from unlawful business practices,” said FTC Chair Lina M. Khan.

Key Points: 
  • “This agreement with the Department of Labor is part of our whole-of-government effort to protect workers from unlawful business practices,” said FTC Chair Lina M. Khan.
  • The agreement is part of a broader FTC initiative to use the agency’s full authority, including enforcement actions and Commission rulemaking, to protect workers.
  • The FTC has made it a priority to scrutinize mergers that may harm competition in U.S. labor markets.
  • The FTC has also prioritized cracking down on anticompetitive contract terms that put workers at a disadvantage.
  • The Commission is considering a proposed rule that would ban noncompete clauses in employment contracts, and has taken action to protect workers in several Commission orders.

FTC, Department of Labor Partner to Protect Workers from Anticompetitive, Unfair, and Deceptive Practices

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
Workforce, Department, Prudential Securities, Partnership, Employment, U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Inspector General, National Labor Relations Board, Federal Trade Commission, Commission, Policy, Uber, Ardagh Group, New York State Department of Labor, DOL, Social media, Competition, 7-Eleven, FTC, MOU, DaVita Inc., HomeAdvisor, Glass, Prudential, Research, Fraud, News, Financial adviser, Dietary supplement, Amazon, Burgerim

“This agreement with the Department of Labor is part of our whole-of-government effort to protect workers from unlawful business practices,” said FTC Chair Lina M. Khan.

Key Points: 
  • “This agreement with the Department of Labor is part of our whole-of-government effort to protect workers from unlawful business practices,” said FTC Chair Lina M. Khan.
  • The agreement is part of a broader FTC initiative to use the agency’s full authority, including enforcement actions and Commission rulemaking, to protect workers.
  • The FTC has made it a priority to scrutinize mergers that may harm competition in U.S. labor markets.
  • The FTC has also prioritized cracking down on anticompetitive contract terms that put workers at a disadvantage.
  • The Commission is considering a proposed rule that would ban noncompete clauses in employment contracts, and has taken action to protect workers in several Commission orders.

HomeAdvisor’s $7.2 million proposed settlement with FTC hits home with small businesses, gig workers

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Thursday, August 3, 2023
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HomeAdvisor’s $7.2 million proposed settlement with FTC hits home with small businesses, gig workers

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HomeAdvisor’s $7.2 million proposed settlement with FTC hits home with small businesses, gig workers

Lake Norman Area HVAC Company Peace Heating and Air Conditioning Shares Tips on How to Find an Air Conditioner Contractor Fast

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Thursday, July 13, 2023
Social, Better Business Bureau, Air conditioning, Social media, Research, Blog, HVAC, Yelp, HomeAdvisor, Heat, Rheem Manufacturing Company, Summer, Online shopping, Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning

MOORESVILLE, N.C., July 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Brian Pysz, co-owner of the HVAC repair company Peace Heating and Air Conditioning based in Mooresville, North Carolina, is pleased to announce that he has just posted a new blog to the company's website that discusses an important topic: how to quickly find the best local air conditioner contractor.

Key Points: 
  • In these cases, homeowners want to find reputable contractors quickly who are affordable and will correctly diagnose and fix the issue.
  • The first step to find a local heating and air conditioning contractor is to use a search engine.
  • "Type 'air conditioner contractor near me' into the search bar and press enter.
  • "If a contractor has a lot of positive reviews, it is a good sign that they provide quality service."

FTC Approves Final Order against HomeAdvisor, Inc. for Deceptively Marketing its Leads for Home Improvement Projects

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Sunday, April 23, 2023
Commission, Complaint, Federal Trade Commission, HomeAdvisor, Angi, Social media, News, Blog, FTC

The complaint also alleged that HomeAdvisor often told service providers that its leads result in jobs at rates much higher than it can substantiate.

Key Points: 
  • The complaint also alleged that HomeAdvisor often told service providers that its leads result in jobs at rates much higher than it can substantiate.
  • Finally, the complaint alleged that HomeAdvisor’s sales agents misrepresented that the optional one-month mHelpDesk subscription was free.
  • The Commission vote approving the final consent order and response to public commenters was 3-0.
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