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Ad Populum Acquires Gift and Home Décor Company Enesco

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Monday, January 9, 2023
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Newly formed Ad Populum, LLC (“Ad Populum”), a holding company majority owned by Joel Weinshanker, announces the acquisition of Enesco , the world's most beloved gift and home décor company.

Key Points: 
  • Newly formed Ad Populum, LLC (“Ad Populum”), a holding company majority owned by Joel Weinshanker, announces the acquisition of Enesco , the world's most beloved gift and home décor company.
  • The Enesco purchase provides Ad Populum distribution access to over 8,000 better gift & collectibles shops as well as a portfolio of award-winning artists.
  • We are excited to see Enesco added to and benefit from the Ad Populum portfolio,” added Matthew Spiro, managing director at Atalaya and Ad Populum board member.
  • Across their roster of brands, Ad Populum is #1 in manufacturing pop culture goods and experiences, targeting everyone from Boomers to Gen Z.

Families Across the Globe to Receive Texthelp's Inclusive Literacy Software for Free

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Thursday, November 3, 2022
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WOBURN, Mass., Nov. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Texthelp, a global leader in literacy and inclusive technology, announced that it will be providing its literacy and inclusion tool, Read&Write, for free to the family members of its product users. This offering will be available to any organization that provides Read&Write to all their staff. With over 40 million users worldwide, Read&Write has become a loyal companion to people who – in particular – think, work, and learn differently. Texthelp chose to give its literacy software to users' families due to the fact that research has shown a hereditary link to many neurodiverse conditions. This commitment will coincide with Texthelp's goal of advancing the literacy of 1 billion people by 2030.

Key Points: 
  • Texthelp chose to give its literacy software to users' families due to the fact that research has shown a hereditary link to many neurodiverse conditions.
  • More people are neurodivergent than many believe, which is why providing access to inclusive technology tools for all is imperative.
  • "When I heard that I was able to receive access to Read&Write for free through my partner's work, I was excited!
  • Alongside creating inclusive software, by offering Read&Write free to families it makes me feel that Texthelp actually cares about making a positive impact for neurodivergent people like me," said Paul Lavery, Read&Write user and Software Test Manager.

New Industry Survey Indicates Need for Universal Access to Inclusive Tools for All Learners

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Wednesday, October 19, 2022
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WOBURN, Mass., Oct. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Texthelp, a global leader in literacy and inclusive learning tools, released new survey results that reveal the need for district-wide, universal access to inclusive learning tools. The survey, conducted in June 2022, reflects responses from 400 special education administrators across 388 districts in the U.S. Respondents shared insight into how educators can support all types of learners and create inclusive learning environments.

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  • Special education administrators across the U.S. share insight into what is needed in classrooms to create inclusive learning environments
    WOBURN, Mass., Oct. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Texthelp , a global leader in literacy and inclusive learning tools, released new survey results that reveal the need for district-wide, universal access to inclusive learning tools.
  • Inclusive learning tools create the potential to design a more accessible and supportive learning environment for all students.
  • Universal access to inclusive technology tools allows all students to choose how they prefer to learn in a way that is most natural to them."
  • Providing inclusive technology tools to all learners creates an inclusive classroom environment where all different preferences in learning are accepted."

New Industry Survey Highlights State of Neurodiversity and Inclusivity in U.S. Companies

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Tuesday, September 13, 2022
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WOBURN, Mass., Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Texthelp, a global leader in inclusive technology, released new industry survey results that reveal perceptions of neurodiversity inclusion in the workplace. The survey was conducted in July 2022 and reflects responses from 1,000 individuals across the US. These individuals were made up of 500 neurodivergent employees and 500 neurotypical employees from a wide number of organizations. Of the neurodivergent respondents, 53% have Dyslexia, 47% Autism, 18% ADHD, 12% Dyspraxia, 4% Dyscalculia, and 1% Other, including OCD, Dysgraphia, and ADD. Texthelp also released its latest industry paper titled, "Workplace inclusion: Building the case for neurodiversity and creating inclusive experiences for all". The paper was authored in partnership with Disability:IN and explores the benefits of, and best practices for, creating a neuro-inclusive workplace.

Key Points: 
  • Texthelp also released its latest industry paper titled, " Workplace inclusion: Building the case for neurodiversity and creating inclusive experiences for all ".
  • By considering neurodiversity in inclusion practices, we can create a workplace where all workers can contribute and feel valued.
  • Companies that embrace neurodiversity and actively support neurodivergent employees are more likely to have higher employee retention.
  • "Companies large and small can create positive change for themselves and their workforce by supporting a diverse range of people.

Texthelp Releases U.S. Data Highlighting State of Learning for Students with Dyslexia

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Wednesday, August 17, 2022
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WOBURN, Mass., Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Texthelp, a global leader in literacy and digital learning tools for education, released new survey results on the current state of teaching and learning for students with dyslexia. The survey, concluding in March 2022, reflects insights from more than 3,000 school staff representing thousands of schools across the country. The goal was to identify common problems in student teaching and learning that could be addressed, and to help build better, more inclusive learning environments.

Key Points: 
  • WOBURN, Mass., Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Texthelp , a global leader in literacy and digital learning tools for education, released new survey results on the current state of teaching and learning for students with dyslexia.
  • More inclusive approaches to learning, such as Universal Design for Learning (UDL), are the future of education.
  • "It would be extremely valuable for students like Sierra and teachers of students with dyslexia if the right accommodations were always available from the start," said Martin McKay, Founder and CEO, Texthelp.
  • More than 52 percent of teachers surveyed find 'a lot of value' in providing students with dyslexia access to assistive technology tools.

New Industry Report from Texthelp Addresses Need for Inclusion in K-12 Education

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Wednesday, July 20, 2022
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WOBURN, Mass., July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Texthelp, a global leader in literacy and digital learning tools for education, today released a new industry report, "Inclusion: The Key to the Future of Education". Texthelp's Founder and CEO, Martin McKay, authored the paper and shares his viewpoint on the importance of creating and maintaining inclusive learning environments for all students.

Key Points: 
  • WOBURN, Mass., July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Texthelp , a global leader in literacy and digital learning tools for education, today released a new industry report, " Inclusion: The Key to the Future of Education ".
  • Providing all students with access to digital tools, especially those built using UDL, is the future of inclusive education.
  • The pandemic disruption left in its wake both expected and unexpected consequences in K-12 education, leaving many challenges to overcome.
  • It is focused on helping all people learn, understand, and communicate through the use of digital education and accessibility tools.

Texthelp's EdTech Tools, OrbitNote and Equatio, Honored with Tech & Learning's Best of Show Award at ISTELive 2022

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Tuesday, July 5, 2022
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BOSTON, Mass., July 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Texthelp, an international leader in literacy and digital learning tools for education, today announced that it was honored to receive two "Best of Show" awards from Tech & Learning, a leading publication in the education technology market, at the ISTELive 22 Conference held last week. The awards recognized the excellence of Texthelp's two edtech tools, OrbitNote, a web app that makes PDFs more accessible from right inside the document, and Equatio, a digital tool that makes math and STEM classes more accessible and engaging for every student.

Key Points: 
  • The "Best of Show" awards, presented by Tech & Learning, celebrate the products and businesses behind each one that are transforming education in schools around the world.
  • Each year, Tech & Learning recognizes exhibitors at ISTELive who show the greatest promise to the industry, according to the U.S.'s most tech-savvy and knowledgeable educators.
  • "We are honored to receive this recognition from Tech & Learning for our efforts in creating solutions for transforming education," said Martin McKay, Founder and CEO of Texthelp.
  • For more information about the award and the full list of 2022 winners, visit the Tech & Learning website.

Texthelp Raises Awareness of Inclusive Learning at the ISTELive 22 Conference; Hosts Series of Speaking Sessions with Industry Experts

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Wednesday, June 22, 2022
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BOSTON, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Texthelp, a global leader in literacy and digital learning tools in education, today announced that it will be hosting a number of activities and sessions before and during the ISTE22 Conference to raise awareness of the need for inclusive learning in classrooms across the U.S. The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) is a professional development conference that supports educators as they use technology to drive good practice in the classroom.

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  • Attendees will learn about the interactive functionality of Equatio Mathspace through the lens of equity in the STEM classroom.
  • Together, they will be driving from Boston to New Orleans from June 23-25 to raise awareness of inclusive learning, edtech, and more by sharing tips and best practices, using the hashtag, #InclusiveRoadToISTE.
  • "Texthelp's digital learning tools have helped to eliminate common barriers students face when learning in the classroom or in a remote setting.
  • McKay authored the paper and shares his viewpoint on the importance of creating and maintaining an inclusive classroom for all learners.

Texthelp Names Industry Veteran Gus Schmedlen as Chief Revenue Officer

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Tuesday, June 21, 2022
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WOBURN, Mass., June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Texthelp, a global leader in literacy and assistive technology, announced it has appointed Gus Schmedlen, Ed.D., as its Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). In this new role, Dr. Schmedlen will help Texthelp meet its goal of advancing the literacy of 1 billion people by 2030.

Key Points: 
  • With extensive experience in the education technology sector, Gus will lead Texthelp's global sales division
    WOBURN, Mass., June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Texthelp , a global leader in literacy and assistive technology, announced it has appointed Gus Schmedlen, Ed.D., as its Chief Revenue Officer (CRO).
  • In this new role, Dr. Schmedlen will help Texthelp meet its goal of advancing the literacy of 1 billion people by 2030.
  • Dr. Schmedlen brings over two decades of experience in the education technology sector to Texthelp.
  • "As Texthelp's new Chief Revenue Officer, Gus' background and expertise will allow us to expand our sales capabilities further than ever before.

Texthelp Names Industry Veteran Gus Schmedlen as Chief Revenue Officer

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Tuesday, June 21, 2022
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WOBURN, Mass., June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Texthelp, a global leader in literacy and assistive technology, announced it has appointed Gus Schmedlen, Ed.D., as its Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). In this new role, Dr. Schmedlen will help Texthelp meet its goal of advancing the literacy of 1 billion people by 2030.

Key Points: 
  • With extensive experience in the education technology sector, Gus will lead Texthelp's global sales division
    WOBURN, Mass., June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Texthelp , a global leader in literacy and assistivetechnology, announced it has appointed Gus Schmedlen, Ed.D., as its Chief Revenue Officer (CRO).
  • Dr. Schmedlen brings over two decades of experience in the education technology sector to Texthelp.
  • "As Texthelp's new Chief Revenue Officer, Gus' background and expertise will allow us to expand our sales capabilities further than ever before.
  • We are very excited to have Gus as a part of the Texthelp team and I look forward to working with him."