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Chula Vista Veterans Home to be First Recipients of Immersive VR Glasses Through BVL Grant

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023
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CHULA VISTA, Calif., Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MyndVR, the leading provider of VR-based, digital therapeutic experiences for the aging population, has announced the deployment of virtual reality glasses to all eight Veterans Homes of California. The deployment of MyndVR technology is made possible by a grant from BVL (Bowlers to Veterans Link), a 501c3 charity dedicated to funding recreation therapy programs that address the emotional and physical needs of veteran and active-duty military personnel. This expansion underscores the ongoing momentum of MyndVR, aligning with the growing demand for advanced technologies like VR to enhance senior care.

Key Points: 
  • This expansion underscores the ongoing momentum of MyndVR, aligning with the growing demand for advanced technologies like VR to enhance senior care.
  • The BVL grant was created to help deploy MyndVR technology through the innovative HTC Vive immersive glasses, to 50 state veterans homes across the United States.
  • The California Department of Veteran Affairs (CalVet) is the third state veterans home group selected to receive the immersive technology.
  • Bowling centers and associations will continue to generate funds for veterans throughout November, which is designated as BVL Month in America.

Ziebart Promotes Regional Sales Manager to Director of U.S. Retail Operations

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Thursday, August 17, 2023
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TROY, Mich., Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With sights set on continued development of its leadership team to maintain sales success at its corporate-owned stores, Ziebart International Corporation, the worldwide leader in premium automotive appearance and protection services, is proud to announce the promotion of Thomas Bowler to Director of U.S. Retail Operations.

Key Points: 
  • Bowler first started at Ziebart in 2016 as a Product Sales and Technical Support Specialist.
  • He most recently served as a Regional Sales Manager for the last three and a half years, working closely with Ziebart's franchise owners.
  • "I'm thrilled to be offered this incredible opportunity to take on more responsibility and accountability within the Ziebart brand by leading our corporate stores," Bowler said.
  • As Director of U.S. Retail Operations, Bowler will oversee Ziebart's 11 corporate-owned stores, handling all of their day-to-day operations, while leading the charge on decisions for the stores, and working with store managers to help continue to move sales in a positive direction.

Tennessee Receives Largest BVL Grant to Deploy MyndVR Across All TN State Veteran Homes

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023
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The BVL grant, in coordination with the National Association of State Veteran's Homes (NASVH), was designated to proliferate MyndVR and the all-new HTC Vive immersive glasses to 50 state veteran homes across the United States.

Key Points: 
  • The BVL grant, in coordination with the National Association of State Veteran's Homes (NASVH), was designated to proliferate MyndVR and the all-new HTC Vive immersive glasses to 50 state veteran homes across the United States.
  • "As an organization that has been the Veteran community in Tennessee for over 30 years, we understand the importance of innovation to provide the most advanced and highest quality of care," said Ed Harries, Executive Director for Tennessee State Veteran Homes.
  • "We know that our Veteran population can benefit tremendously from this technology - emotionally, cognitively, and physically," said Chris Brickler, CEO of MyndVR.
  • MyndVR will be rolling out its immersive glasses across Tennessee to include homes in Humboldt, Murfreesboro, Knoxville, Clarksville, and Cleveland.

American Water Announces Mike Doran as Deputy Chief Operating Officer; David Bowler as Deputy Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer; Justin Ladner as President of Pennsylvania American Water; and Rebecca Losli as President of Illinois American Water

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Monday, October 31, 2022
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American Water Works Company, Inc. (NYSE: AWK), the largest publicly-traded U.S. water and wastewater utility company, announced that Mike Doran, currently president of Pennsylvania American Water, has been named Deputy Chief Operating Officer at American Water reporting to Executive Vice President and COO Cheryl Norton.

Key Points: 
  • American Water Works Company, Inc. (NYSE: AWK), the largest publicly-traded U.S. water and wastewater utility company, announced that Mike Doran, currently president of Pennsylvania American Water, has been named Deputy Chief Operating Officer at American Water reporting to Executive Vice President and COO Cheryl Norton.
  • Additionally, Justin Ladner, currently serving as president of Illinois American Water, has been named president of Pennsylvania American Water and Rebecca Losli, currently vice president of Engineering and Business Development at Missouri American Water, has been named president of Illinois American Water.
  • This is an exciting day for our company to be able to promote four highly experienced American Water employees, said Cheryl Norton, COO of American Water.
  • Pennsylvania American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, is the largest investor-owned water utility in the state, providing high-quality and reliable water and wastewater services to approximately 2.4 million people.

MyndVR Partners with BVL to Provide Virtual Reality Equipment for Veterans Therapy

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Tuesday, November 1, 2022
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NEW YORK, Nov. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BVL (Bowlers to Veterans Link), a 501c3 charity that funds recreation therapy programs to address the emotional and physical needs of veterans and active-duty military, today announced they have awarded a $250,000 grant to the National Association of State Veterans Homes (NASVH) which will be designated for virtual reality content and equipment for veterans. MyndVR, the award-winning provider of VR-based, digital therapeutic experiences designed for the aging population, will fulfill the donation with the immediate deployment of MyndVR into 50 state veteran homes across the United States.

Key Points: 
  • "It is an absolute honor to work with BVL to bring our therapeutic brand of virtual reality to such an important population," said MyndVR CEO and Founder, Chris Brickler.
  • "These veterans have earned this technology that provides emotional comfort, cognitive engagement, and even physical exercise in long-term care.
  • "We are excited to join forces with MyndVR to bring this incredible state-of-the-art technology to brighten the lives of as many veterans as possible."
  • BVL (Bowlers to Veterans Link) is a highly-ranked 501c3 charity that funds recreation therapy programs to address the emotional and physical needs of veterans and active-duty military.

InventHelp Inventors Develop Bowling Shoe Accessory (ALL-1763)

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Tuesday, January 22, 2019
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PITTSBURGH, Jan. 22, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Inventors from Decatur, Ga., have developed the SLIDE -N- GLIDE SHOE, a specially designed covering for bowling shoes that helps the wearer glide into his/her bowling swing.

Key Points: 
  • PITTSBURGH, Jan. 22, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Inventors from Decatur, Ga., have developed the SLIDE -N- GLIDE SHOE, a specially designed covering for bowling shoes that helps the wearer glide into his/her bowling swing.
  • "Many bowlers experience discomfort during their bowling swing due to their feet sticking to the ground as they swing.
  • The SLIDE -N- GLIDE SHOE allows a bowler to easily glide into his/her bowling swing.
  • This easy-to-position and remove covering is a convenient, reasonably priced bowling accessory that will be appreciated by bowlers, young and old alike.