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LCBO Launches Spirit of Inclusion Initiative to Advance Equitable Representation in the Beverage Alcohol Industry

As part of the LCBO’s Spirit of Sustainability commitment, today the LCBO launched its new Spirit of Inclusion Initiative, a program designed to create more opportunities for diverse women to enter, advance and thrive in the beverage alcohol industry. Together with our partners, the program will fund bursaries and scholarships, facilitate mentor relationships and identify paid co-op placements for students registered in Niagara College‘s beverage alcohol programs. It will also establish a research scholar position at Brock University focused on understanding the barriers diverse women face in the fields of wine-making, brewing and distilling.

As part of the Spirit of Inclusion Initiative, LCBO worked with Toronto-based illustrator, Rachel Joanis, to design a collection of illustrations. Rachel’s work focuses on women, and promoting different ethnicities and body types, to help further inclusivity and promote equal representation. Her designs will appear on LCBO.com and on LCBO’s official social media channels. (CNW Group/LCBO)

“It is our responsibility to use our influence and resources to increase diverse representation and foster inclusion within the beverage alcohol industry,” said George Soleas, President & CEO, LCBO. “The Spirit of Inclusion Initiative is a holistic, long-term commitment to support diverse women looking to begin or advance their careers in the fields of wine-making, brewing and distilling. Its success relies on the strength of our incredible community and trade partners, and I am excited for the impact we will achieve together.”

The Spirit of Inclusion Initiative has received support from Charton Hobbs Moët Hennessy, DIAGEO and Labatt Breweries of Canada, who are committed to our vision to enhance industry diversity.

“We are pleased to partner with LCBO on their Spirit of Inclusion Initiative that focuses on bringing greater diversity to the beverage alcohol industry,” said Lynn Wells, Interim President and Provost and Vice-President, Academic at Brock University. “The establishment of the Spirit of Inclusion Research Scholar and Mobility Bursaries at Brock University will allow the Goodman School of Business to further our commitment to enhancing diversity and expanding opportunities for women from diverse backgrounds.”

“We thank the LCBO for their generous gift which will make it possible for many under-represented students in our beverage programs to achieve their dreams,” concludes Marc Nantel, Vice President of Research and External Relations, Niagara College. “The LCBO’s Spirit of Inclusion Initiative Bursary demonstrates their commitment to advancing diversity and inclusion, while supporting student success. Both are core values at the heart of Niagara College.”

As part of the initiative, the LCBO will also work with the Canadian Women’s Foundation and with Vinequity, a group established to ensure equitable treatment and provide resources for BIPOC Canadians working in wine, to support and evolve the initiative.

The Spirit of Inclusion Initiative is open to Canadians who self-identify as women from backgrounds currently underrepresented in the beverage alcohol industry, and who require financial support to complete their education. To learn more about the Spirit of Inclusion Initiative, and the bursaries, scholarships, and mentorship opportunities on offer, visit www.LCBO.com/SpiritofInclusionInitiative.

Source of the Article: https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/lcbo-launches-spirit-of-inclusion-initiative-to-advance-equitable-representation-in-the-beverage-alcohol-industry-872859359.html

BDC Named Best in SME Digital Banking in the World’s Best Digital Bank Awards

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BDC, the bank for Canadian entrepreneurs, has been recognized by Global Finance as the Best in SME Digital Banking in North America for the 2021 World’s Best Digital Corporate/Institutional Bank Awards.

BDC supports more than 72,000 business owners across Canada. In an increasingly digital world, BDC began its digital transformation several years ago to make it easier for entrepreneurs to do business with the Bank and be where they are. Thanks to these early investments, BDC was able to quickly launch new technologies adapted to business owners’ current needs. These investments include an award-winning Express loan app, an automated online loan application for up to $100,000 and more recently its first-ever client-facing app, BDC Mobile.

“We are excited to be recognized for this work with a World’s Best Digital Bank Award. ”  said Stephane Bilodeau,  Chief Information Officer,  BDC.  “Our job is to move at the speed of entrepreneurs.  We have worked hard to create new digital solutions that are not only convenient,  but that also help entrepreneurs access our products and services while capitalizing on opportunities faster. ”

BDC Mobile,  BDC’s latest tool,  was launched in March 2021. The app allows entrepreneurs to access customized insights and advice from their mobile device to help them make more informed decisions about their business.

It also helps them set,  track and measure their business goals.  Ninety percent (90%) of users have reported being satisfied with the app.  BDC Mobile is continuously being enhanced to include more personalized and engaging features for the users.

“The pandemic fueled an innovation boom in digital banking previously unseen.  Corporate banks were forced to get creative to help spur SME activity, ” said Joseph Giarraputo,  publisher and editorial director of Global Finance.

“BDC took the challenge head-on,  automating various processes and rolling-out ground-breaking products.  Their responsiveness and ingenuity is why BDC is being honoured as Global Finance’s Best SME Digital Banking in North America. ”

Winners were chosen by the editorial board of Global Finance,  with initial evaluation of all entries having been conducted by a world-class panel of judges from Infosys,  a global leader in consulting,  technology and outsourcing.  Award criteria focused on the digital tools available to entrepreneurs to manage the financial health of their businesses.

About BDC

BDC is the bank for Canadian entrepreneurs.  It provides access to financing,  as well as advisory services to help Canadian businesses grow and succeed.  Its investment arm,  BDC Capital,  offers a wide range of risk capital solutions.

For more than 75 years,  BDC’s only purpose has been to support entrepreneurs in all industries and at all stages of growth.  For more information and to consult more than 1,000 free tools,  articles and entrepreneurs’ stories,  visit bdc. ca.

For further information: BDC Media Relations, mediainfo@bdc.ca

Featured links: https://www.bdc.ca/

Source of the Article: https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/bdc-named-best-in-sme-digital-banking-in-the-world-s-best-digital-bank-awards-818163898.html

We want you! Walmart Canada is hiring 12,000 permanent new associates

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Walmart Canada will be hiring 12,000 new and permanent associates across Canada in a major hiring push for the busy holiday season and to continue making the shopping experience simpler and faster for our customers.

To kick-start this effort, the retailer is hosting a special National Hiring Event Oct. 14 and Oct. 15 from 1pm to 8pm local time in stores, distribution / fleet centres across the country.

Applying has never been easier. During the special National Hiring Days, interested applicants can simply walk into their local store, apply and be interviewed on the spot.

“At Walmart, our people want and do make a difference for millions of Canadians every day,” said Horacio Barbeito, President and CEO, Walmart Canada. “As a 27-year Walmart veteran, I know firsthand about our commitment to offering good jobs and opportunities. I look forward to welcoming thousands more associates to the Walmart family.”

“This is that place where associates can unlock their potential and talents,” said Nabeela Ixtabalan, Executive Vice President, People and Corporate Affairs for Walmart Canada. “Walmart is a great place to build confidence and a career. We’re looking for people in communities across Canada who want to work for a top employer and encourage all those interested to apply.”

“The great thing about working at Walmart is that we notice when you work hard,” said Devin Harback, Windsor Walmart Associate who was recently promoted from Self-Checkout Attendant to Merchandising Associate after just two months at Walmart. “I’ve always wanted to work at Walmart because we respect our customers and associates. Walmart also offers great benefits and discounts for associates and competitive prices for customers.”

Walmart Canada is one of Canada’s largest employers, with more than 100,000 associates working in communities across the country. With a growing and changing business, the new associates are needed primarily for the following roles:

  • Omnichannel Customer Experience Salesfloor Store Associates – pick items for online orders and prepare these orders for pickup and delivery to our customers
  • Fresh Food Store Associates – work in bakery, meat, produce, and dairy/frozen, take pride in sending customers home with delicious, fresh food
  • Merchandising Store Associates – stock and merchandise products in the most attractive, easy-to-find manner so customers can find what they need right when they need it
  • Warehouse Associates – pick and receive orders and prepare orders for shipment to stores and customers nationwide
  • Drivers – work for a Top Fleet Employer and deliver products safely and on time, every time to meet and exceed customer expectations

Walmart cares about its associates and offers a broad range of company-paid benefits, including comprehensive health and well-being benefits, deferred profit-sharing plan, performance-based bonuses, stock purchase program, and partner discount programs to name a few.

Associates also receive a Walmart discount card for savings of 10 per cent on most groceries and general merchandise sold at Walmart stores and on Walmart.ca. To help associates grow their careers, Walmart offers a tuition reimbursement program, customized training, and education opportunities and a work environment where individuals can thrive.

For more career opportunities, visit careers.walmart.ca

About Walmart Canada
Walmart Canada operates a chain of more than 400 stores nationwide serving 1.5 million customers each day. Walmart Canada’s flagship online store, Walmart.ca is visited by more than 900,000 customers daily. With more than 100,000 associates, Walmart Canada is one of Canada’s largest employers and is ranked one of the country’s top 10 most influential brands. Walmart Canada was recently recognized as a LinkedIn Top Company of 2021 and was also named one of Canada’s most popular brands (based on Google searches). Walmart Canada’s extensive philanthropy program is focused on supporting Canadian families in need, and since 1994 Walmart Canada has raised and donated more than $500 million to Canadian charities. Additional information can be found at walmartcanada.ca and on Walmart Canada’s social media pages – FacebookTwitter and Instagram.

For further information: Felicia Fefer, Corporate Affairs, Walmart Canada, Felicia.Fefer@walmart.com

Related Links: www.walmart.ca

Source of the Article: https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/we-want-you-walmart-canada-is-hiring-12-000-permanent-new-associates-881785915.html

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Plensy™, A Points-Based Lending-System Opens Seed Funding Round to Offer NFT Auto Smart Loans to Dealership Customers

August 24, 2021 – Los Angeles, CA – The Los Angeles-based FinTech startup Plensy™ announces the opening of its $25M seed funding round. Plensy’s patent-pending Points-Based Lending System will compete with digital lending platforms and banks by elevating the vehicle buying experience for both customers and automotive dealerships. For 3 years the team has been self-funding the developement of the technology and systems solving problems holding back the adoption of DeFi into the antiquated automotive sector by applying NFTs to Auto Smart Loans. Plensy™. 

Plensy’s mission is to replace outdated, discriminatory, and draconian credit scoring and lending systems with a smarter, honest, more ethical, and equitable approach to risk assessment and financing, based on real-time data analytics, artificial intelligence (AI), and blockchain technology using asset-backed Non-fungible Tokens

The AI algorithm authenticates protocols and information between the dealership and consumer that are inputted into the Plensy™ DMS (dealer management system) with both transparency and secured methods of verification stored on private and public nodes. Instead of a monolithic credit score often based on outdated or inaccurate information and prone to misuse, Plensy™ evaluates prospective borrowers based on their current buying power and true ability to repay a loan.  

Plensy™ not only brings innovation and a fresh perspective to risk assessment but also revolutionizes the broader credit and finance market by tokenizing with NFTs (converting to a digital format), coined as Smart Loans into programmable, yield baring, new and attractive digital asset class which can be purchased and sold on a state-of-the-art platform cryptographically secured with blockchain technology. The low interest rate that Plensy™ will compete with is desirable among investors looking for a good return on their investments and higher monthly income for dealerships. 

Plensy’s Unicorn pedigree includes addressable market, scalability, unfair advantage, timing coincidence, and its founding team:  

  • Sam Errama, Founder & CEO with 20 years of experience in the Automotive Dealerships and Data Marketing industries,  
  • Murali Margapuri, Co-Founder & CTO with 20 years of experience as CTO & VP of Citibank / Banamex global, and  
  • Brandi Kolosky, Chief Growth Officer with 14 years’ experience in Brand Marketing, Capital Raising, Blockchain & Mining Solutions, Global B2B & B2C Business Development and certified in Innovations in FinTech

 

Approximately one hundred twenty (120) dealerships have signed agreements with Plensy™, because of their attention in cross-pollinating and growing the $98B DeFi ecosystem together. Some of the largest automotive groups in the United States, which collectively operate over a thousand (1,000) dealerships, are ready to offer Alternative Financing to their consumers, beating the quota goal before the funding round began. Plensy’s current financial model only predicts 1% of the $1.4 trillion auto loan market (300 dealerships) — proving the Plensy™ model is the future of car buying. There isn’t competition. There is only coopetition. 

This new approach creates a net positive social and economic impact as millions of previously ostracized consumers are welcomed into the marketplace and new financial opportunities are created for both lenders and borrowers.    

In 2015, the US Congress declared credit scoring to be a monopoly controlled by just one organization, FICO. This monopoly provides credit scoring for more than 90% of the top US lenders. FICO’s credit scoring system leaves over 26 million Americans “credit invisible” and an additional 19 million un-scorable.  

Sam Errama, Chief Executive Officer of Plensy™, expresses: ”We intend to disrupt the antiquated automotive financing ecosystem by delivering asset-backed tokenized loans.”” 

More About Plensy™: 

Plensy™ is poised to disrupt several trillion-dollar markets with a simplified, fair, and intuitive points-based lending-system that expands marketplaces, diversifies risk, and streamlines the process for everyone involved. This would have enormous economic and social impacts! 

https://Plensy.com  

For more information on Plensy’s business model or our seed fund, contact Chief Growth Officer, Brandi Kolosky, Brandi@Plensy.com  

KCG is back with Summer Rain, another hip-hop hit

What stands out about the artist is that he draws inspiration from a range of different places. These days in the hip-hop genre, it feels like rappers are either influenced by new or old artists. However, this isn’t the case for KCG. In this brand new track, it sounds like he is inspired by old school acts such as Biggie Smalls, Tupac, and Jay-Z. Yet, there is also fresh and contemporary energy that recalls the likes of Kendrick Lamar and Drake, to mention but two modern legends.

In Summer Rain, KCG’s rap flow is authentic and genuine, which is rare to find in the scene today. It’s clear from the very start that this song comes from a deep place in the artist, and that means that the listener can easily connect with the lyrics and the meaning underneath.

There are moments in Summer Rain that feel like a cathartic stream of consciousness. For example, the lyric “I wrote this song just to reminisce” sounds down-to-earth, direct, and honest. This storytelling technique is an artistic approach that iconic beat poets and authors are famous for. These include the likes of Jack Kerouac, Allen Ginsberg, and William S. Burroughs. KCG recalls these innovative and pioneering writers as he has a similar authenticity and dedication to telling a story and connecting with his listeners.

The production aesthetic in Summer Rain is warm and smooth, yet there is also a contemporary vibe to it that keeps it fresh and in the moment. The mix also balances the vocals with the instrumental backing, allowing KCG to shine throughin the composition. This is the kind of detail that sets artists like KCG apart from the crowd and showcases the difference between professional seasoned artists to the amateurs on the scene.

On top of this, KCG’s performance breathes life into the engaging lyrics, and it’s easy to understand the nuanced and detailed lyrics in the track. His delivery has a fluid rhythm that is infectious and you’ll find yourself humming the vocal melody to yourself long after Summer Rain has finished.

Fans of old-school hip-hop and modern rap will both enjoy Summer Rain and KCG’s distinctive approach and style.

Don’t miss out on this exciting new release from KCG. Check out Summer Rain on your preferred online platform at the link below!

https://kcg.hearnow.com/summer-rain

AO Elite Launches New Program for Investors in Digital Marketing and eCommerce

Digital marketing and eCommerce have been two of the fastest-growing industries in the world during the past few years. Because this space is growing quickly, there are many investors who are looking for a new opportunity to get involved. AO Elite is launching a new program to help investors learn more about this space so they can make the best decisions possible with their money. With a new program that has been geared specifically toward profitable, new niches in the worlds of eCommerce and digital marketing, investors have the opportunity to generate significant returns on their investments as long as they know how to evaluate their investment opportunities accordingly. 

The Growth of Digital Marketing

Today, the vast majority of people use the internet when they are looking for products and services they require. Because most people use search engines to take a look at their search results, it is important for businesses to have a strong online presence. The only way they are going to do that is if they focus on digital marketing.

This is representative of the massive growth opportunities that are available in digital marketing. During the next few years, the number of people who use the internet to locate products and services is only going to continue to grow. That is why many companies have made the transition to the online world. They need to rely on digital marketing to help them reach their target markets. As the demand for these services continues to grow, the value of these companies is only going to go up. That is why there are so many investment opportunities available in the world of digital marketing. 

The Exponential Opportunities in eCommerce

The same thing is happening in the world of e-commerce as well. When people are talking about e-commerce, they are usually talking about businesses that take orders online. With many people working from home today, a lot of people do not want to leave the house to go to the store either. That is why there are numerous opportunities available in the world of eCommerce. Even though it is true that there are a lot of challenges in this area, there is also a lot of investment upside.

Even though this area is still relatively new, it is important for investors to carefully evaluate the opportunities placed in front of them. That way, they can make the best decisions for themselves, their risk tolerance, and their overall return. That is exactly the type of education that AO Elite provides to people who sign up for the program.

How Does the Program from AO Elite Help Investors? 

AO Elite is a business that focuses on the best practices in the industry, helping investors carefully evaluate all opportunities in front of them so that they can make the best decisions possible for themselves. AO Elite is a company that specializes in data, website copy, advertisement, funnels, and websites themselves. Then, they take a look at the analytics, use tactics that have been proven to work, and help companies place themselves in the best position possible to sell.

Using these tactics from AO Elite, it is possible for companies to figure out which of their products and services are going to sell the best. The end result is digital marketing and eCommerce that maximizes conversion rates and drives revenue. 

It is this same information that can be helpful to investors who are looking for ways to maximize their returns. This is just the latest way that AO Elite sets itself apart from the rest of the industry. There is a tremendous upside for investors who are willing to participate in the program. 

About AO Elite

AO Elite is a portfolio agency that has more than 70 brands spread out across numerous industries. The team has already generated more than $112 million in revenue for clients using services, sales data, and digital tools. AO Elite also provides financial literacy, infrastructure, and fulfillment to all clients to drive ROI. Learn more about AO Elite by visiting the website or checking out the latest posts on the Facebook page.

Local Tampa Comedy Club Expands Upcoming Comedy Shows with New Location in Wesley Chapel, Florida

Side Splitters Comedy Club has been a staple of the local Tampa, FL area for many years. Now, it has become a popular brand throughout the region, which has led to an increased demand for more shows. Now, Side Splitters Comedy Club is rising to meet the requests of its loyal members and audience. Recently, Side Splitters Comedy Club announced they would be opening a new location in Wesley Chapel, FL, providing more people with an opportunity to see talented comedians in person. The comedy club that was once voted “Tampa Bay’s Best Comedy Venue and Best Open Mic” is getting a new location.

Live Comedy at the Grove in Wesley Chapel, FL Is Coming Soon

Tampa Bay’s premier comedy club is proud to open a second location at The Grove in Wesley Chapel, FL. The goal is to give everyone access to the same quality shows they enjoy in Tampa with a night full of laughter. 

Already, Side Splitters Comedy Club is lining up a strong list of comedians who are prepared to entertain people all night long. This starts on Sunday, August 15th with K-von coming to The Grove. Then, on Friday, August 20th, the audience will be treated to a WDED Sneak Preview Party. This will be followed up with Ben Brainard who will be coming to The Grove on Sunday, August 22nd. As Side Splitters Comedy Club has expanded its reputation, more talented comics have come to perform. Those who are interested in seeing who might be coming to Wesley Chapel next should keep up with the latest updates from Side Splitters Comedy Club.

Side Splitters Comedy Club Is Quickly Gaining National Recognition

Initially, Side Splitters Comedy Club was known as a local brand that was there for the residents of the Tampa area. Now, during the past few years, the reputation of Side Splitters Comedy Club has grown significantly. People are coming to Side Splitters Comedy Club from all over the country to share their talents, knowing that this is a great way for them to launch their careers and expand their brands. In turn, this has given Side Splitters Comedy Club national recognition as well.

This prompted the expansion, opening a new comedy club Wesley Chapel FL. The new location is only going to continue to grow the brand that Side Splitters Comedy Club has already established. This is being reflected in the variety of comics people can enjoy at Side Splitters Comedy Club in Wesley Chapel, FL.

Comedians of All Types Are Coming to The Grove

Visitors should expect that comedians of all types and backgrounds will be represented at The Grove. With so many options from which to choose, everyone will have the ability to find a show that suits their needs. For example, some comedians who visit Side Splitters Comedy Club engage in physical gags, usually called slapstick comedy. There are also comedians who perform parody routines, deliberately mimicking someone else in an effort to be funny. Some comedians decide to go with satire. No matter what people want to see, it is available at Side Splitters Comedy Club.

The Wesley Chapel Location Is Opening Soon

Right now, the team from Side Splitters Comedy Club is in the process of putting the finishing touches on the location. The team is also getting more acts added to the calendar so that everyone can see exactly what is coming up next. One thing that is certain is that as The Grove becomes more popular, people can expect to see bigger acts pass through. It will be interesting to see who Side Splitters Comedy Club gets lined up for shows in the future. 

About Side Splitters Comedy Club

Side Splitters Comedy Club is a comedy club Tampa FL that has recently opened its second location. The Side Splitters Comedy Club in Wesley Chapel, FL is located at Wesley Grove Blvd, Wesley Chapel, FL 33544. To learn more about Side Splitters Comedy Club, contact them at (813) 960-1197 or email the team at livecomedy@aol.com. Visitors can also learn more about Side Splitters Comedy Club by visiting the website for The Grove location, the Tampa location, and the Facebook page. 

Local Phoenix HVAC Company Einstein’s Home Services Kicks Off Massive Recruitment Campaign to Serve Customers in Phoenix, Arizona

In a bid to streamline its processes and provide comprehensive services to more customers, Einstein’s Home Services has launched a major effort to hire residential HVAC technicians and plumbers to meet growing customer demand.

Phoenix, AZ, August 6, 2021 – Einstein’s Home Services announces it has launched a massive new recruitment campaign designed to hire qualified, well-trained plumbers as well as heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) professionals to better serve its growing base of residential customers. 

With the weather causing the mercury to climb high in thermometers across backyards this summer in the southwest, Phoenix area residents in particular are taking notice and drinking more water to stay hydrated throughout the day. 

In order to protect their family against becoming ill from dangerous rising levels of heat, they need to feel reassured that their AC system will continue to work properly even during the middle of summer.

The team at Einstein’s Home Services, a local HVAC company with deep roots in the community, has pledged to keep up with homeowner demand for residential services. 

They are now actively working to add many new professionals to their ranks, and are seeing good responses from job candidates who know plumbing and heating, and ventilation systems inside and out. That’s the key to maintaining a great reputation in the industry.

Common Issues Needing Professional HVAC Attention

Phoenix area homeowners who notice a new issue with their HVAC system will want to bring in a professional as soon as possible to take care of the problem while it’s still relatively manageable and less expensive to deal with.

Typical issues that customers need assistance with include:

* System is not working as efficiently as it used to: The problem may be a dirty or clogged filter.

* Air is not blowing cool: The thermostat may be malfunctioning, or there is something blocking a vent.

* Strange sounds: The system’s mechanical components might be about to fail, needing repair or replacement.

* Home never gets cool enough: The refrigerant might be leaking, causing the system to underperform.

These are just some of the more common issues homeowners contact Einstein’s Home Services regarding their HVAC equipment. If they do not see a problem listed here, homeowners are encouraged to connect with the company to see what its approach will be to finding a solution.

Homeowners Get the Best Return on Investment When They Arrange for Annual HVAC Inspections, Cleaning and Maintenance

An AC setup is one of the more expensive upgrades a homeowner can add. That’s why it’s so important to schedule time to taking good care of the air conditioner and heating system, with ongoing inspections.

Residential air conditioning equipment is designed to provide continuous service during the summer for many years, while the system is still under warranty. But to get the most value out of an HVAC setup, prudent homeowners will arrange for service at least once a year. Catching problems when they’re small means faster and easier repairs, with less of a hit to the pocketbook.

Ideally, Phoenix-area residents will ask a technician to inspect, maintain and clean the system once per year, months before they need to use their AC in the summer or their heater in the winter. 

Commitment to Quality

Recognizing the importance of establishing loyalty with customers, Einstein’s Home Services technicians follow industry best practices. They receive ongoing house and factory training to make sure they can properly advise customers on new technology, especially in terms of efficiency and saving energy.

Free Estimates for Service

Einstein’s Home Services, a local Phoenix HVAC company that offers a 100% lifetime workmanship guarantee on all the work they perform, is committed to providing the highest level of customer service. That’s why the company is happy to offer free estimates. For emergency service calls, the company guarantees service on the same day, or the work is done free of charge.

Homeowners in the greater Phoenix, Arizona area and surrounding community who are in need of plumbing or HVAC services can learn more by visiting Einstein’s Home Services website as well as by following the company on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

Dr. RJ shares three steps to ensure success for middle school and high school students in the 2021 school year.

Austin, Texas – August 17, 2021 – Back to school can be exciting but stressful for both parents and students. There are so many pressures teens and tweens face when starting a new year of middle school or high school.

They are worried about getting the grades they need to get into college, making new friends and finding their place, handling the load of new class schedules, teachers, and extracurriculars.

Dr. RJ has a simple 3-step formula to help parents, teens, and tweens overcome the stresses of a new school year and set them up for success in middle school and high school years.

When following these 3-Steps Teens and Tweens will have more focus, become more organized, have increased confidence, and become more motivated.

These skill sets lead them to get better grades, make more friends, handle the pressures of a new school year, not give in to peer pressure and become capable of handling the unknown.

Dr. RJ. is a certified Teen Life Coach in the United States and has been transforming the lives of teens, tweens, and their parents for many years. After working with thousands of teens he discovered that you can create success by simply directing teenager’s focus to the one thing that produces growth, excitement, and motivation, and that is goals.

When teens and tweens shift their focus from problems of the past to possibilities of the future, their mood changes, their attitude changes, their emotions change. They then have everything they need to be overcome the stresses of going back to school and gives them the skills they need to be successful.

However, Dr. RJ finds that teenagers rarely have real goals. What teenagers have are wants, desires, hopes, and dreams. But not goals. To be successful they have to shift their focus and turn those wants, desires, hopes, and dreams into actual goals, and here are the three steps to do that.

Goals have the following three components:

First, we have to set intentions. An intention is a direction you want to go. This could be related to academics, sports, extracurriculars, relationships, or anything else that is important to you or your teen. It is the ability to see a destination. To have a finish line in mind.

Second, we need an action plan. Once you have set your intention and you know what you want to achieve, then you need a plan to get there. With the road trip analogy, this is the time to map out which highways you will take. The action plan is your step-by-step instructions to get to your destination. If your wants, desires, hopes, and dreams do not have daily and weekly planned actions in place, then it is not a goal.

Third, you must set a time frame. This is simply how long will it take to get your want, experience your desire, turn your hope into a reality, or live your dream. How long will it take? Using the road trip analogy, your time frame would be how long will it take for you to reach your destination. I bet if you ask your child how long will it take for them to accomplish their “goal,” they would not be able to give you an accurate time frame.

As I was explaining what goals are, did you immediately started to think about the possibilities for yourself?

For a moment your worries and stresses disappeared. You experienced excitement knowing that there are some goals that you yourself want to pursue. This is exactly what will happen with your teen or tween when they start setting real goals for themselves.

As we begin this new school year it is important to overcome the stresses a new school year can bring to both parents and teens. This is the perfect time to help teens and tweens succeed not only in school but in life.

Haily AI grows as a viable business assistant solution. AI Exosphere gets NSF pitch approval for Project Hail, aka Haily AI.

Orlando, Florida—August 17, 2021—Today, AI Exosphere, a new startup, announced the pitch for Project Hail (aka Haily AI) was accepted for business innovation by America’s Seed Fund

America’s Seed Fund powered by NSF awards $200 million annually to startups and small businesses, transforming scientific discovery into products and services with commercial and societal impact. Startups working across almost all areas of science and technology can receive up to $2 million to support research and development (R&D), helping de-risk technology for commercial success. 

America’s Seed Fund is congressionally mandated through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program. The NSF is an independent federal agency with a budget of about $8.5 billion that supports fundamental research and education across all fields of science and engineering.

AI Exosphere‘s primary focus is on developing Haily AI, a voice chatbot business assistant, which will help increase inclusion, accessibility, and scalability to the online marketplace.

Haily AI built with GPT-J, the best-performing publicly available Transformer [language model] in terms of zero-shot performance on various [down-stream] tasks.

“It’s an honor to have our initial pitch accepted by the NSF. We will be working on the full proposal in the weeks ahead,” said Sal Peer, CEO of AI Exosphere.

With possible NSF resources, our goal is to broaden Haily’s scope to bridge the gap between technical and non-technically savvy business owners, entrepreneurs, and creators while supporting enterprise-level inbound call volume. 

AI Exosphere will evolve to many business use cases, while our Phase I goal is to ensure smooth voice operations.

About AI Exosphere

At AI Exosphere, our focus is on Project Hail (Haily AI), an AI voice business assistant who can take complex digital actions and act in a sales and customer support role.

AI business assistant set to disrupt customer service and sales automation from AI Exosphere with Project Hail (aka Haily AI)

Orlando, Florida—August 12, 2021—Today, AI Exosphere, a new startup, announced it has been working on Haily AI “skills” that can take complex digital action on behalf of its users.

AI Exosphere’s primary focus is on developing Haily AI, a voice chatbot business assistant, which will help increase inclusion, accessibility, and scalability to the online marketplace.

Haily AI will be the first business assistant that carries an organic conversational flow while executing digital actions seamlessly in the background for its operators.

AI Exosphere has secured GPU resources from Coreweave to handle the training and development of Haily AI business assistant. As a result, we feel confident in delivering the world’s first inclusive, fully scalable business AI assistant.

Haily AI built with GPT-J, the best-performing publicly available Transformer [language model] in terms of zero-shot performance on various [down-stream] tasks.

“We’re going to empower the entrepreneur and enable everyone to have truly equal opportunity and scalability.” – Sal Peer.

Our goal is to broaden Haily scope and bridge the gap between technical and non-technically savvy business owners, entrepreneurs, and creators while supporting enterprise-level inbound call volume. AI Exosphere will evolve to all business use cases, while our Phase I goal is to ensure smooth operations.

About AI Exosphere

At AI Exosphere, our focus is on Project Hail (Haily AI), an AI voice business assistant who can take complex digital actions and act in a sales and customer support role.

Learn more on our website.

The Sosa Insurance Group Launches a Proprietary Opportunity To Help Older Adults Make Important Insurance Decisions

The demographics of the United States are changing quickly, and more people are turning 65. With the Baby Boomer generation starting to reach their older years, there is an aging population that requires access to the resources they need to maintain a high quality of life, which is where licensed and certified Medicare Health Plan Insurance brokers will be essential. A few key stats include:

  • There are more than 45 million people over the age of 65 living in the United States today.
  • By the time 2030 rolls around, the number of older adults is projected to increase by nearly 18 million people.
  • By 2030, one in five Americans will be over the age of 65.

Because of this, it is important to make sure this aging population has access to the information they need to make appropriate decisions for themselves and their family members. That is why there is an increasing demand for licensed and certified Medicare Health Plan Insurance brokers who can help older adults navigate this changing environment. 

Older Adults Need To Make Important Decisions for Themselves

Many older adults are going to retire around the age of 65, which means they might no longer get health insurance from their employer, and will need to make the switch to Medicare. This means they need to understand what is covered and what is not, so they need to make sure they can financially support themselves, particularly as their medical expenses begin to grow and change. 

Now, the Sosa Insurance Group is launching a proprietary training and income opportunity for licensed and certified Medicare Health Plan Insurance brokers. These brokers are going to be responsible for helping older adults who are reaching the age of 65 make decisions regarding their future health insurance needs. There are numerous benefits of becoming a licensed and certified Medicare Health Plan Insurance broker through the Sosa Insurance Group.

An Opportunity To Make Extra Money with Lifetime Residual Income and Security

Licensed and certified Medicare Health Plan Insurance brokers have the opportunity to generate extra income through the Sosa Insurance Group. The Sosa Insurance Group is a highly recognized insurance brokerage agency in New Jersey that is looking for people with the same set of skills as many older adults. There is an opportunity to earn extra income in the form of commissions that are paid on insurance policies sold.

This is also a great opportunity to access training information provided by the Sosa Insurance Group that can help up-and-coming licensed and certified Medicare Health Plan Insurance brokers learn more about what they need to know to educate older adults on the policies that are right for them. Therefore, this opportunity is a chance to not only make some extra money but also give back to the community by helping older adults make important decisions about their healthcare.

Training and Leads Are Available

The Sosa Insurance Group is still going to provide those selected as licensed and certified Medicare Health Plan Insurance brokers with the information they need to get started. This includes leads that people can reach out to in order to make a sale. Furthermore, in addition to earning a commission on the sale of the policy, sales representatives will also earn a LIFETIME residual income as long as the client retains the policy. 

One of the biggest benefits of this position is that people have total control over when they work. They can work when they want and relax when they want. There are also educational opportunities that are available to those who are looking for a way to improve their skills. This is a unique opportunity that the Sosa Insurance Group has designed for anyone who is looking for a way to make some extra money while also giving back to the local community by helping older adults better understand Medicare.

About the Sosa Insurance Group

The Sosa Insurance Group is a well-respected insurance brokerage agency located in New Jersey. The Sosa Insurance Group has worked hard to stay on top of the developments in the industry to make sure that clients and representatives have access to the latest information in the field. Contact the Sosa Insurance Group to learn more about the program. Visit the website and view the social media pages on Facebook and Instagram or call 1-800-552-1934 to stay up to date with the company.