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TEAMSTERS CALL ON MASSACHUSETTS LAWMAKERS TO VOTE DOWN WORKER MISCLASSIFICATION BILL

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Friday, March 8, 2024

BOSTON, March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Teamsters are calling on Massachusetts lawmakers to vote against H.1099/S.666, legislation that paves the way for the expansion of worker misclassification throughout the Commonwealth.

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  • BOSTON, March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Teamsters are calling on Massachusetts lawmakers to vote against H.1099/S.666, legislation that paves the way for the expansion of worker misclassification throughout the Commonwealth.
  • The bill tacitly legitimizes misclassification of professional drivers by providing a small portion of collective bargaining rights that workers should already have under federal law.
  • In doing so, the bill undermines a Massachusetts law that applies a three-tiered approach (the "ABC" test) for determining employment status.
  • Founded in 1903, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters represents 1.3 million hardworking people in the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico.

OnlineCheckWriter.com-powered by Zil Money Celebrates $70 Billion Milestone

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Friday, March 8, 2024

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- OnlineCheckWriter.com-powered by Zil Money, announced that it has exceeded $70 billion in processed transactions on its platform.

Key Points: 
  • GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- OnlineCheckWriter.com-powered by Zil Money, announced that it has exceeded $70 billion in processed transactions on its platform.
  • Recently, OnlineCheckWriter.com-powered by Zil Money expanded its services by introducing overnight check mailing, drawing the interest of many small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) right after its launch.
  • The latest upgraded cloud banking service of OnlineCheckWriter.com-powered by Zil Money empowers businesses to streamline payment processes.
  • Zil Money Corporation, the parent company of OnlineCheckWriter.com and Zil US (Zil Banking), offers diverse payment options like ACH, wire transfers, RTP, payment links, international payments, wallet transfers, QR code payments, and checks.

Loop Simplifies Return Shipping and Boosts Savings with Easyship Integration

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

NEW YORK, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Loop, the leading post-purchase platform for eCommerce, has partnered with Easyship, the premier global shipping and logistics platform. From today, Loop's clients will gain access to the most competitive pricing and expansive courier network, leveraging Easyship's global strength and footprint.

Key Points: 
  • Loop, the leading post-purchase platform for eCommerce, has partnered with Easyship, the premier global shipping and logistics platform.
  • "Loop's focus on simplifying returns aligns perfectly with our mission to empower eCommerce businesses with efficient and cost-effective shipping solutions," says Tommaso Tamburnotti, Co-founder of Easyship.
  • NEW YORK, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Loop, the leading post-purchase platform for eCommerce, has partnered with Easyship, the premier global shipping and logistics platform.
  • Through strategic partnerships, Easyship secures exclusive discounts for its clients – from eCommerce stores to high-volume global retailers – resulting in savings of up to 91% on shipping costs.

EASTSIDE GOLF AND THE PGA TOUR COLLABORATE TO REACH NEW FANS AND PLAYERS

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

Now in its second year, Eastside Golf will host Community Golf Days in four cities across the United States, timed to key FedExCup events on the PGA TOUR schedule.

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  • Now in its second year, Eastside Golf will host Community Golf Days in four cities across the United States, timed to key FedExCup events on the PGA TOUR schedule.
  • The first Eastside Golf Community Golf Day event kicked off in Jacksonville on Friday, February 23, at Brentwood Golf Course.
  • Kenyatta Ramsey, Vice President, Player Development at PGA TOUR, said: "Eastside Golf is using fashion to change the cultural conversation around golf.
  • Lee Smith, Executive Director of THE PLAYERS Championship, said: "We are thrilled to have hosted Jacksonville's first Eastside Golf Community Golf Day.

Dress for Success® Worldwide Launches its Largest Campaign, Your Hour, Her Power®, Celebrating 31 Honorees from Global Network

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Friday, March 1, 2024

NEW YORK, March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dress for Success Worldwide, the leading global nonprofit employment resource for women, today launched its largest annual campaign, Your Hour, Her Power, to celebrate Women's History Month in the United States and International Women's Day around the world.

Key Points: 
  • For the first time in the history of the campaign, this year Your Hour, Her Power honors 31 trailblazing women served by the Dress for Success network of 139 affiliates across 22 countries.
  • This outstanding group of women reflects Dress for Success's global footprint.
  • Each Honoree will be celebrated on her unique day in March and spotlighted on the campaign microsite, yourhourherpower.org .
  • We are grateful to them and to all who support our commitment to help women thrive from the inside out."

US Commercial Vehicle Market Grew 14 percent in 2023, according to S&P Global Mobility

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

Source: S&P Global Mobility US commercial vehicle registration data, 2022-2023

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  • Source: S&P Global Mobility US commercial vehicle registration data, 2022-2023
    Alternative fuel vehicles, electric and hybrid powertrains are popular options for light-duty commercial vehicles while compressed natural gas (CNG) and electric are becoming popular alternative options for heavy-duty commercial vehicles.
  • Electric cargo vans continue to trend in last-mile delivery applications, especially with fleets such as Amazon, Walmart, Penske, and FedEx.
  • There were more than 14,000 EV cargo vans registered in 2023, according to the analysis, led by substantial growth from Rivian.
  • In addition, electric pickup launches expected from Chevrolet and Ram should contribute to the EV and electrified vehicle sales boom.

Reveel Announces SOC 2 Compliance

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Reveel, whose Shipping Intelligence™ Platform enables companies to level the playing field with carriers, today announced that it has achieved SOC 2 compliance.

Key Points: 
  • IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Reveel , whose Shipping Intelligence™ Platform enables companies to level the playing field with carriers, today announced that it has achieved SOC 2 compliance.
  • By becoming SOC 2 compliant, Reveel is reaffirming its commitment to protecting its customers' data, empowering them to make data-driven parcel spending decisions without any worries about the security of their information."
  • SOC 2 compliance helps to guarantee that any data customers use about their organizations and clients within the Reveel Shipping Intelligence Platform will be protected in the strongest possible manner.
  • SOC 2 certification is not a one-time event, but requires ongoing compliance and regular audits, meaning organizations must be committed to maintaining high standards of security and privacy practices at all times.

Marlowe Ridgeview Offers Spa-Like Lifestyle with Convenient Location

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

"We're excited to bring Marlowe Ridgeview to Davenport.

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  • "We're excited to bring Marlowe Ridgeview to Davenport.
  • Marlowe Ridgeview residences come in one-, two- and three-bedroom layouts that range from 807 to 1,261 sq.
  • Marlowe Ridgeview is in a prime location with grocery stores like Publix and Aldi, as well as big box stores including Target and Walmart close by.
  • Marlowe Ridgeview is targeting a mid-2024 opening date with final completion slated for late 2024.

Yotta, a New Event from DatacenterDynamics, Announces Keynotes and First 40 Speakers

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Yotta Events Inc., a subsidiary of InfraXmedia Holdings and sister company to London-based DatacenterDynamics, announces its first seven keynote speakers along with another 30+ featured speakers for the October 2024 inaugural event. Yotta 2024 (Oct. 7-9, 2024, MGM Grand, Las Vegas) is a large-scale conference and tradeshow that will gather senior executives from across the digital infrastructure ecosystem to explore solutions to how the industry can scale responsibly.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Yotta Events Inc., a subsidiary of InfraXmedia Holdings and sister company to London-based DatacenterDynamics, announces its first seven keynote speakers along with another 30+ featured speakers for the October 2024 inaugural event.
  • Yotta 2024 (Oct. 7-9, 2024, MGM Grand, Las Vegas) is a large-scale conference and tradeshow that will gather senior executives from across the digital infrastructure ecosystem to explore solutions to how the industry can scale responsibly.
  • Other speakers announced this week include:
    Sara Keller, Director, Technology Sourcing and Supply Chain, Uber
    Shirin O'Connor, Corporate VP, CTO Cloud Ops & Innovation, Microsoft
    Yotta ( www.yotta.vegas ) will feature 2,500+ attendees, 150+ speakers, 100+ sponsors and exhibitors.
  • Yotta is founded by George Rockett, who also co-founded DatacenterDynamics in 1998, a leading global media and events platform focused on the data center segment.

USA E-commerce Logistics Market Soars to $580 Billion by 2027: Ken Research

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Monday, February 19, 2024

The U.S. e-commerce logistics market is experiencing an unprecedented boom, fueled by the relentless rise of online shopping and an insatiable demand for faster, more convenient deliveries.

Key Points: 
  • The U.S. e-commerce logistics market is experiencing an unprecedented boom, fueled by the relentless rise of online shopping and an insatiable demand for faster, more convenient deliveries.
  • Ken Research's " USA E-commerce Logistics Market " report predicts a remarkable 10.2% CAGR, propelling the market size to a staggering $580 billion by 2027.
  • Business Models: Third-party logistics (3PL) providers hold the largest share (70%), followed by in-house logistics (20%) and marketplace fulfillment (10%).
  • The U.S. e-commerce logistics market stands on the cusp of a transformative journey, promising to redefine convenience, fuel economic growth, and shape the future of retail.