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Vessel Expands Nationally as Housing Product Innovator Adds Three Franchise Development Pros to Growing Team

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023
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The team is charged with identifying talented local entrepreneurs who would become housing providers to their communities.

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  • The team is charged with identifying talented local entrepreneurs who would become housing providers to their communities.
  • Vessel has tapped Tom Sharpin as Vice President of Franchise Sales, and Jonathan Buck and Scott Wolfe as Franchise Sales Directors, to join Head of Franchising Gus Stamoutsos on the company's franchise development team.
  • All four have extensive experience in franchise sales and development, in addition to experience in commercial real estate acquisitions.
  • Vessel franchisees do not need prior experience in operating an apartment building, with Vessel University providing extensive training, guidance, and ongoing support.

Worcester State University and Focus EduSolutions Collaborate to Introduce Cutting-Edge Micro-Credentials

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Thursday, June 15, 2023
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WORCESTER, Mass., June 15th, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Worcester State University is thrilled to announce its partnership with Focus EduSolutions, a leading provider of industry-focused educational solutions. This collaboration aims to expand the university's continuing education offerings by introducing a comprehensive range of micro-credentials. These new programs are designed to equip professionals and learners with specialized skills in high-demand fields, enabling them to enhance their careers and stay ahead in an ever-evolving job market.

Key Points: 
  • Worcester State University has partnered with Focus EduSolutions to introduce a range of innovative micro-credential programs.
  • WORCESTER, Mass., June 15th, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Worcester State University is thrilled to announce its partnership with Focus EduSolutions, a leading provider of industry-focused educational solutions.
  • By partnering with Focus EduSolutions, the university is extending its commitment to providing innovative educational opportunities for its students and the wider community.
  • "Worcester State University is pleased to partner with Focus EduSolutions to offer non-credit micro-credentials that meet the demands of an ever-changing workforce.

University of Worcester Streamlines Clearing Process with 8x8 XCaaS

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Tuesday, February 14, 2023
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With over 10,000 students, the University of Worcester takes on thousands of calls every year during the Clearing period.

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  • With over 10,000 students, the University of Worcester takes on thousands of calls every year during the Clearing period.
  • With 8x8 XCaaS, which includes integrated cloud contact centre , business phone , team chat , video meetings , and SMS capabilities, the University of Worcester has access to a reliable single-vendor solution that maximises administrative oversight and business insights.
  • As a result of implementing 8x8 XCaaS with 8x8 Voice for Microsoft Teams, the university’s Clearing queue managed thousands of calls between July and October, with no down time throughout the period.
  • “We chose 8x8 XCaaS because of its single-vendor cloud communications and contact centre platform, and integration with Microsoft Teams,” said Ged Attwood, Head of IT Operations at University of Worcester.

ABTC Prepares for Commissioning of Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling Plant with Onboarding of Key Operations Team Leadership

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Monday, January 30, 2023
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With experiences from industry leaders such as Tesla and Panasonic, these new ABTC team members will provide key leadership for the commissioning and ramp up of operations at ABTC facilities.

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  • With experiences from industry leaders such as Tesla and Panasonic, these new ABTC team members will provide key leadership for the commissioning and ramp up of operations at ABTC facilities.
  • New ABTC team members will provide key leadership for the commissioning and ramp up of operations at ABTC facilities.
  • Previously serving as the General Manager of Electrode Manufacturing at the Battery Gigafactory in Sparks, Nevada for Panasonic Energy North America, Kevin Gagnon has joined ABTC as its Battery Recycling Plant Manager.
  • Gagnon has extensive experience in commissioning and ramping first of kind manufacturing operations, building technical and operations teams, and operating world class battery manufacturing facilities.

Integrated Dermatology Partners With The Dermatology Center of Worcester to Expand Network in Massachusetts

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Monday, May 23, 2022
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Integrated Dermatology, one of the nations largest providers of dermatology services, added The Dermatology Center of Worcester to its growing national network.

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  • Integrated Dermatology, one of the nations largest providers of dermatology services, added The Dermatology Center of Worcester to its growing national network.
  • The Dermatology Center of Worcester, established by Dr. Camile Roberts, offers general medical dermatology, dermatologic surgery, and cosmetic procedures to the Worcester, Massachusetts community.
  • Throughout 2022 and 2023, The Dermatology Center of Worcester will enhance its resources and treatment space, including adding care providers and exam rooms to help expand services.
  • Jeff Queen, CEO of Integrated Dermatology, is excited to welcome the Dermatology Center of Worcester to the companys expanding network.

Make No Bones About It: SOFIA Maps the First Magnetic Fields of a Galactic Bone in their Entirety

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Tuesday, April 5, 2022
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It is the most detailed map of the magnetic fields of G47a giant filamentary bone in the Milky Way.

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  • It is the most detailed map of the magnetic fields of G47a giant filamentary bone in the Milky Way.
  • The magnetic fields do not follow the spiral shape of the galaxy's arms, nor are they in general perpendicular to the bones.
  • "Before SOFIA, it was difficult to image magnetic fields at high resolution over the entirety of the bones," said Ian Stephens, an astrophysicist at Worcester State University.
  • This enabled the largest and most detailed maps ever made of magnetic fields across galactic bones.

Electronics Repair Shop uBreakiFix® Opens in Natick

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Tuesday, November 23, 2021
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NATICK, Mass., Nov. 23, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading tech repair provider uBreakiFix by Asurion has opened its newest franchise location in Natick at 843 Worchester St., Suite D in the 9-27 Shopping Center.

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  • NATICK, Mass., Nov. 23, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading tech repair provider uBreakiFix by Asurion has opened its newest franchise location in Natick at 843 Worchester St., Suite D in the 9-27 Shopping Center.
  • uBreakiFix repair experts fix all types of electronics, regardless of make or model, and uBreakiFix is an authorized repair provider for some devices, including Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel smartphones.
  • We are excited to serve more people in Natick with fast and affordable tech repair, said uBreakiFix CEO Dave Barbuto.
  • uBreakiFix Natick is located at:
    843 Worcester Street Suite D, Natick, MA 01760
    uBreakiFix by Asurion specializes in the repair of small electronics, ranging from smartphones, game consoles, tablets, computers, and everything in between.

Vystar Adds Fluid Energy Conversion Into Planned RxAir Spin-Off

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Monday, September 20, 2021
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Worcester, MA, Sept. 20, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vystar Corporations (OTCQB: VYST) Board of Directors has approved plans to add its Fluid Energy Conversion, Inc.(FEC), subsidiary into the previously announced planned spin-off of its RxAir UV light air purification subsidiary into a publicly traded entity (RxAir NewCo).

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  • Worcester, MA, Sept. 20, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vystar Corporations (OTCQB: VYST) Board of Directors has approved plans to add its Fluid Energy Conversion, Inc.(FEC), subsidiary into the previously announced planned spin-off of its RxAir UV light air purification subsidiary into a publicly traded entity (RxAir NewCo).
  • The addition of FEC to the RxAir spin-off will not change the previously announced ratio of the dividend of stock in RxAir NewCo that is planned to be issued to Vystar shareholders of record.
  • Vystar plans to appoint Bryan Stone, MD, as CEO of RxAir NewCo to oversee both businesses.
  • Dr. Stone has been involved in the research and marketing of RxAir and R&D of FEC with its founder Nathaniel Hughes prior to FECs acquisition by Vystar.

DESCA to Host Virtual ChemTech Summit via vFairs Discussing the Transformation of the Chemical and Biochemical Industries Through Digital Tools

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Thursday, September 16, 2021
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"We are very happy to once again work with DESCA to produce a high quality virtual event that fosters digital transformation amongst scientific professionals in the chemistry and biochemistry fields. DESCA's event will be user-friendly, interactive, and -- most importantly -- very exciting," said Muhammad Younas, vFairs CEO. 

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  • CARROLLTON, Texas, Sept. 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Delaware Sustainable Chemistry Alliance (DESCA) has announced they will be hosting a virtual summit, ChemTech, on Oct.7-8, 2021 through the vFairs virtual event platform.
  • The event will bring together professionals across chemical, biochemical, agriculture, animal health & nutrition industries to discuss how to apply new technology and digital to their existing fields.
  • ChemTech will feature experts who are reinventing the chemical and biochemical industries through digital transformation, and will share insightful information on the digital tools that accelerate innovation, improve operations and deliver new business models.
  • Following a successful event earlier in the year, DESCA has once again entrusted vFairs to host ChemTech.

Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission, MassMATCH and Easterseals to Host Virtual Event via vFairs, Showcasing Assistive Technologies to People With Disabilities

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Monday, September 13, 2021
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WORCESTER, Mass., Sept. 13, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission, MassMATCH and Easterseals have announced they will be hosting a virtual event, AT Expo and Training, on Friday, Sept.17, powered by virtual event platform vFairs .

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  • WORCESTER, Mass., Sept. 13, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission, MassMATCH and Easterseals have announced they will be hosting a virtual event, AT Expo and Training, on Friday, Sept.17, powered by virtual event platform vFairs .
  • The event will offer people with disabilities a forum to explore new assistive technologies.
  • The event will include virtual training sessions and a virtual expo with vendors specializing in assistive technology, all within an accessible platform.
  • Through the vFairs platform, AT Expo and Training will offer a variety of assistive technology within the event platform.