Atlantic hurricane season

How to Ensure Power Stays on During Hurricanes and Storms

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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MILWAUKEE, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For the upcoming 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, Colorado State University predicts well above-average activity, with 23 named storms, eleven becoming hurricanes, and five of those reaching major hurricane strength. With such significant severe weather on the horizon and impactful storms occurring more frequently, homeowners are looking for reliable ways to keep the lights on.

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  • With such significant severe weather on the horizon and impactful storms occurring more frequently, homeowners are looking for reliable ways to keep the lights on.
  • Instead of leaving things to chance, a home standby generator ensures power is just seconds away.
  • The next item is to determine the essential elements that must remain on during a power outage.
  • Briggs & Stratton Energy Solutions offers four different PowerProtect™ generators to meet a variety of power needs, including 13kW, 18kW, 22kW and 26kW units.

High Bar Brands makes splash at HDAW

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Monday, January 29, 2024
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OWATONNA, Minn., Jan. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week kicked off in Dallas with many eyes drawn toward High Bar Brands’ new booth.

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  • OWATONNA, Minn., Jan. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week kicked off in Dallas with many eyes drawn toward High Bar Brands’ new booth.
  • HBB made numerous changes to their trade show booth this year, incorporating new brands Dieter’s and Panelite into the design.
  • “To call this a big show is an understatement,” HBB VP of Marketing and Communication Steve Hansen said.
  • HDAW also allowed distributors to reconnect with HBB’s group of regional managers.

High Bar Brands, LLC, announces its successful recapitalization with Sentinel Capital Partners

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023
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Sentinel, a premier New York-based alternative asset manager, specializing in middle-market private equity, acquired HBB from Heartwood Partners (“Heartwood”).

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  • Sentinel, a premier New York-based alternative asset manager, specializing in middle-market private equity, acquired HBB from Heartwood Partners (“Heartwood”).
  • With this approach, Sentinel Partners has raised over $11.2 billion in capital since its inception, with Sentinel having an established track record of helping companies grow through access to the critical resources growing businesses need.
  • Mark Allsteadt, Managing Partner at Heartwood Partners, commended the successful partnership with HBB over the past five years, expressing pride in High Bar's excellence and exceptional management team.
  • James Coady, Partner at Sentinel Partners, conveyed excitement about partnering with High Bar Brands in their next phase of expansion: "High Bar Brands is an incredible company with an exciting story.

Modern Health Expands Substance Use Care Offering To Address Ongoing Substance Use Crisis

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Thursday, September 21, 2023
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Modern Health , a leading global workplace mental health platform, today during National Recovery Month , announces the expansion of its substance use care offering, providing robust and comprehensive support for employers and their employees with substance use concerns.

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  • Modern Health , a leading global workplace mental health platform, today during National Recovery Month , announces the expansion of its substance use care offering, providing robust and comprehensive support for employers and their employees with substance use concerns.
  • Modern Health is empowering employers to support their entire workforce with clinically robust and personalized care no matter where they are in their journey.
  • Despite these alarming numbers, the vast majority—more than four out of five Americans who need treatment for substance use—do not receive it.
  • “Drug and alcohol misuse frequently co-occur with mental health concerns, so comprehensive healthcare has to include whole-person care that addresses employees’ mental and behavioral health, not just their physical health needs.

High Bar Brands expands its iconic brand portfolio with the acquisition of Dieter's Accessories

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Tuesday, August 8, 2023
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OWATONNA, Minn., Aug. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- High Bar Brands , a leading provider of commercial vehicle solutions, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Dieter’s Accessories , a renowned manufacturer of heavy-duty truck parts and stainless steel accessories.

Key Points: 
  • OWATONNA, Minn., Aug. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- High Bar Brands , a leading provider of commercial vehicle solutions, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Dieter’s Accessories , a renowned manufacturer of heavy-duty truck parts and stainless steel accessories.
  • “We are excited to welcome Dieter’s Accessories into our family of brands,” said Christopher ‘CT’ Thorpe , President & CEO of High Bar Brands.
  • “Dieter’s reputation for 40 years of exceptional quality aligns perfectly with our commitment to exceeding customer expectations and providing customer solutions.
  • Dieter’s Accessories joins Minimizer, Premier Manufacturing, and Viking Mud Flaps as part of High Bar Brands’ expanding portfolio.

Age Safe® America Celebrates 8 Years as a Training and Professional Development Leader in the Aging Industry.

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Thursday, July 13, 2023
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SARASOTA, Fla., July 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Age Safe® America is a national membership, training, advocacy and services organization. Over the course of eight short years, they have trained and coached professionals throughout North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East. They have become one of the most recognized brands in the burgeoning Aging-in-Place industry, earning the respect of families, thought leaders, healthcare professionals, national associations, governmental agencies, managed care organizations, colleges, entrepreneurs, non-profits and Fortune 100 companies.

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  • SARASOTA, Fla., July 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Age Safe® America is a national membership, training, advocacy and services organization.
  • As for new training, the Age Safe America Grab Bar Training course was officially launched in January.
  • Age Safe America considers Grab Bars to be the single most important home safety modification; yet proper installation is essential.
  • Age Safe America also launched a Brand Ambassador Program with well-respected industry professionals to bring the certification and training programs to a broader market of industry and affiliated organizations.

Weathering the Storm: Preparing Businesses to be Resilient

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023
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“Even a five person small business needs to have a plan of action.

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  • “Even a five person small business needs to have a plan of action.
  • And if you did have to leave, how are you going to handle the business immediately after the storm?
  • “The State of Florida has taken significant action with bills in an attempt to try and stabilize the market.
  • As capacity in the admitted market increases, surplus lines will be able to appropriately serve as its backup for unique, unusual and large risks.

Everbridge Selected to Power the Public Alert Notification System for the Caribbean Island Nation of Trinidad and Tobago

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023
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Home to 1.4 million residents and a popular vacation destination for millions of tourists, Trinidad and Tobago launched the Everbridge mass notification solution ahead of the 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season, which started on June 1.

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  • Home to 1.4 million residents and a popular vacation destination for millions of tourists, Trinidad and Tobago launched the Everbridge mass notification solution ahead of the 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season, which started on June 1.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230621248545/en/
    Everbridge provided key components to Trinidad and Tobago’s Public Alert Notification System (PANS) allowing the country’s Office of Disaster Preparedness and Management (ODPM) to deliver emergency alert information nationally or to an affected area or a specific group.
  • “Everbridge is committed to supporting Trinidad and Tobago in championing the need for prevention, mitigation, readiness, and resilience against natural and manmade hazards,” said David Wagner, CEO of Everbridge.
  • As a member of the UNDRR ARISE network, Everbridge will work with other private and public organizations to promote disaster-resilient communities and economies.

Everbridge Empowers State and Local Governments to Enhance Preparedness and Resilience for 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season

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Thursday, June 1, 2023
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Everbridge , Inc. (Nasdaq: EVBG), the global leader in critical event management (CEM) and national Public Warning solutions, today announced its commitment to supporting state and local governments as the 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season officially begins today, June 1, and runs through November 30.

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  • Everbridge , Inc. (Nasdaq: EVBG), the global leader in critical event management (CEM) and national Public Warning solutions, today announced its commitment to supporting state and local governments as the 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season officially begins today, June 1, and runs through November 30.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230601005670/en/
    Everbridge Empowers State and Local Governments to Enhance Preparedness and Resilience for 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season (Graphic: Business Wire)
    “Effective communication between emergency managers, first responders, search and rescue teams, and the general public remains critical in saving lives during hurricanes,” emphasized David Wagner, CEO of Everbridge.
  • During the 2022 Atlantic hurricane season, the Everbridge platform was used by many communities along the eastern seaboard and Gulf Coast to communicate critical safety information to residents and employees.
  • By taking proactive measures and prioritizing preparedness and resilience, state and local governments can help keep their communities safe and informed during times of crisis.

Climate Change-Influenced Hurricane Season Could Threaten an Estimated 33 Million Homes According to CoreLogic

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Thursday, June 1, 2023
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To mark the start of the 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season, CoreLogic®, a leading global property information, analytics and data-enabled solutions provider, today released its 2023 Hurricane Risk Report, shedding light on the evolving landscape of hurricane risk in the face of climate change.

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  • To mark the start of the 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season, CoreLogic®, a leading global property information, analytics and data-enabled solutions provider, today released its 2023 Hurricane Risk Report, shedding light on the evolving landscape of hurricane risk in the face of climate change.
  • Approximately 7.8 million homes, with a combined RCV of $2.6 trillion, have direct or indirect coastal exposure, making them susceptible to storm surge flooding.
  • CoreLogic’s 2023 Hurricane Risk Report has also identified major U.S. metros at greater risk for hurricane damage.
  • The 2023 Hurricane Risk Report further illustrates what these risks might look like, using the Houston-Galveston area as an example.