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VEGAS CUT AND SEW ANNOUNCES CITY WIDE FASHION WEEKEND

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LAS VEGAS, NV – 21 Sep, 2015 – Vegas Cut + Sew is pleased to announce the Vegas Cut + Sew Fashion Weekend slated for February 18-21, 2016. Vegas Cut + Sew is a business of fashion production that answers the call of the needs within the local fashion industry.  This event will be held Thursday-Sunday after each MAGIC, and designed to serve as a city-wide fashion celebration.

Li Jackson, Co-Founder of Vegas Cut + Sew says, “I’m honored to be a part of this extraordinary venture. It will be a collaboration of the many talents that are in Vegas, and I’m very excited that LV Mannequins is the 1st to sign on as a Gold Sponsor.”

About Vegas Cut + Sew, LLC

Vegas Cut + Sew is a team of highly passionate industry executives with the common goal to provide the bridge between local fashion designers, models, photographers, talent agencies, fine artists, MUAs, hair stylists and entrepreneurs in the fashion and entertainment industry. Proceeds from ongoing events and productions are to benefit select local non-profits to advance the careers of local talents in fashion-related fields. The need is to work with local higher education institutions to recruit and develop talent, as well as, provide an avenue for students to learn real-world skills in various industries that contribute to the event.  

For more information please go to www.vegascutandsew.com

CONTACT:

Li Jackson – Sponsorships & Designers
Entreprenista, LiJacksIntl.com
615-680-9757
LJ@VegasCutAndSew.com

Deborah Harris – Panel & Talent Coordination 
Executive Director, Fashion Artist Guild, Inc
702-409-9238
Deborah@VegasCutAndSew.com

Alison Wainwright – Logistics
President, Las Vegas Mannequins
Alison@VegasCutAndSew.com

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Defining the Best Approach to Business Problem Management

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Deciding which of the modern approaches to use in order to solve complex and cross-functional issues within an organization can be daunting, but taking the time to accurately identify the right platform can yield more than a tactical solution.
Regardless of the vertical, the line of business, or the size of the business, one thing is certain: business problems will arise that require a strategic foundation of empirical problem solving.

The appropriate management tool can bring reduced overhead, enhanced profitability, increased production quality and limit risk, all while reducing total time to market.

Partnering with a consultant who has years of experience advising executives and operation leaders on the strategy that can mold the right processes, help develop the right staff, and grow the business in an organic way, can jump start what can otherwise be a painful and long term learning process.  Some businesses do not easily survive a trial and error approach to structured process and business improvement.  In fact, when a business attempts to go it alone and discover the strategies that will help it evolve, there are always costs associated with the attempt.  These costs can be soft in nature, sunk in time and energy of staff, or they can be real costs associated with risks poorly managed that leave the organization vulnerable.  There are so many ways in which the wrong approach can be costly that a consultant who knows the business model, the market environment, and has decades of experience in helping to design business growth plans can be a cost savings.

In many businesses today, the adoption of agile methodologies has led to a mindset of constant improvement and iteration. This is to the benefit of the organization and its employees, as it allows for a great environment in which growth is always an option. Because Agile requires participation from all aspects of the business, and is a buy-in platform that allows employees to have significant impacts in their work environment, the adoption of this platform can lead to stronger adherence to company values and limited risk of turnover.  While Agile is not the only operating platform to lend these benefits to a business, obtaining operational excellence without an environment of this nature is difficult.  When an organization is ready to consider its next steps and phased growth approach, bringing on a consultant who has experience learning a company’s history and culture quickly and efficiently, and can recommend the right path to develop an effective company structure, is usually the right decision.

A consultant who is qualified and professional will be able to leverage years of experience to create a team suited to defining and iterating the company’s structure, processes and general approach to the market.  When the platform for the organization to grow is in place, fluctuations and unexpected curves from outside the company are less impactful, and the management team is more able to adapt.  When there are challenges inside the organization, there are limitless opportunities for improvement and growth.  

 

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How Business Consulting Can Assist in Achieving Company Goals

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Getting things sorted in a short amount of time, with minimal exposure, can mean the difference between a company’s survival and mounting reputation and financial risks.
When you’re faced with a difficult business scenario, be it managerial or operational and even market related, you may struggle to find resources with the information and experience to bring clarity and resolution.

Even starting to break down a business problem into the relevant pieces, getting factual and timely information to understand the underlying problems, and sorting out the personalities involved can be a struggle.  No matter the size of a business, working with business consultants can help get your arms around the situation and make the business even stronger.

Consultants of all focuses and styles exist in most areas.  However, just because someone is close and has a good reputation in the specified area, doesn’t mean that there’s a fit between that consultant and the organization, or the problem that’s being presented at the moment.  Even having a close personal relationship with a business consultant doesn’t always mean that there’s going to be a high value in bringing them on board.  In fact, being too personally connected to a consultant can mean that the objectivity and distance that can help create observational and analytical impact are not present, devaluing you and your consultant’s time and your investment.

Generally, a business consultant is someone with a deep background in an aspect of business.  Either as a business owner, who may choose to consult in a similar space to the vertical he once occupied as an entrepreneur, or a seasoned business manager, who is versed in techniques and approaches that suit many organizations could be a great choice for your company’s next business consultant.  If you’re having a challenge that’s deeply embedded in a particular line of business within your organization, you may want to speak with a consultant who has technical and specific experience and knowledge in that part of business.  For instance, a personnel, ethics, or training issue could be addressed by a tenured Human Resources consultant.  The types of issues that tend to arise in Information Technology are sometimes best serviced by a team approach, and a veteran who’s worked in different companies serving information technology will have a team of people who are specialists with the appropriate credentials to call upon.  These team members can perform audits, investigate consistent and ongoing problems, and educate staff members and design processes.  Your finance team can benefit from a consultation with a senior accounting professional with experience in audits, management of changing accounting principles, and staff development. This can help create an excitement and transparency that a lot of accounting teams struggle for.

When your team needs some support in approaching new challenges, or some new directions, or simply a different perspective on the way a business can benefit from different perspectives and roles, a talented and experienced business consultant can be what you need.  Locating such a person is not difficult, and is generally well worth the investment in both time and money.

 

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Step #1 of Solving a Business Dilemma

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A lack of understanding concerning the market, the internal environment, or the ramifications problem itself will all lead to expensive and difficult mistakes.
From the perspective of executive management, there are many ways to stumble when looking at a business problem for the first time.

Rather than leaping forward without understanding the underlying issues, or stalling a decision because there’s no process in place to help the business in situations like this, there is a risk when addressing a thorny business issue.  Logistics, politics, revenue streams and reputation management all have significant roles in handling a critical situation.  There are plenty of factors for an executive to consider.

Fortunately, breaking into the guts of a business problem and selecting the right approach is probably easier for most businesses today, simply because there are so many great models on how not to do it.  Watching the collapse of organizations during the financial crisis due to internal mismanagement, or following the broadcasts of structural limitations that allowed valuable information to be leaked online, or just seeing the fading market presence and value in companies that were previously “somebody” has given more than one manager a field MBA.  The value in decomposing a business problem is the potential higher quality resolution.  To start breaking down the problem, define the symptom that’s presenting at the moment.  Is it a financial issue, or a regulatory issue?  Are personnel problems impacting productivity?  Does it seem that there are operational glitches regularly that produce lower quality results?

Knowing that, in this first stage, the symptom is what’s being examined and not the disease, or larger problem, as a whole, can help a manager make clearer decisions about where to go next.  For instance, if it appears from reviewing some reports that there’s a financial irregularity, the next step would be to find out how, and by whom, those reports were produced.  There’s no shame in asking for clarification, and seeking to understand is an underlying principle of all of the current management methodologies.  

Once the information about the report’s pedigree has been obtained, the manager should determine if the risk is in the data (ie, business intelligence issue or breach), or if the risk is in the financial side (ie, fraud or embezzlement), or if the risk is more of a client-facing problem (ie, billing issue or outstanding AR).  Once the problem is defined by at least these two characteristics – the symptom, and the cause – then it is time to bring in the process management methodology that has the best fit with the organization.

Launching a team to ramp up the Agile, LEAN, Six Sigma or other methodology, and to see the investigation of the process problem all the way through, is the last step the senior executive should be directly involved with.  Allowing the team appointed to do the task thoroughly and without great intervention from senior management will help ensure a better level of adoption for your solution, among other benefits

 

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What creates the Platform for a Great Business Consulting Experience?

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There can be a great incentive for people who are in business for themselves to overstate, or just misunderstand through communication difficulties, the requirements of a business consulting relationship.
Horror stories that involve business consultants who enter into agreements, but ultimately can’t deliver, are a dime a dozen.

The first step to ensuring that your engagement with a business consultant is productive, effective and efficient is to document the requirements of the consultant, the expected timeframes and deliverables, and the outcomes that are going to be required from the engagement.  

Interviewing a consultant should come after the engagement document or request for proposal, and circulated to potential candidates. Given time to review your requests, expectations and timeframes, a qualified consultant should be able to respond to specific questions and identify potential pitfalls for you during the first interview.  This makes the conversation much more specific and productive.  It should also allow you and your interview team to determine if you feel a strong fit with the consultant.

The interview team assembled should be able and willing to ask serious and important questions directly, evaluating the consultant’s responses for technical accuracy first and foremost.  The interview team should therefore be composed of people who have technical and professional skills and experience, and know a great deal about the processes and procedures your company relies upon to produce a work product.  When your business consultant is more of a generalist, and has responsibility for delivering an assessment that is business-wide or cross-functional, it is important to find someone who is well versed in working with a team.  The people the consultant brings with her into the organization should be as talented, or more so, than the consultant, and the qualifications presented should exceed your organization’s hiring standards.  When you are investigating or attempting to improve an organizational area like human resources, accounting or information technology, the resumes presented should reflect a high level of experience, technical certifications, exposure to multiple businesses or multiple lines within one business, and a self-directed personality.  Understanding business management practices and laws can be evidenced in a work portfolio, or through an educational credential like an MBA.

Once your consultant has been selected by the team, follow their lead in establishing timeframes, and expect documentation and reports showing progress throughout the engagement.  Ideally, navigating through the process of documenting requirements and interviewing can lead to a strategic plan document that will drive the consulting experience.

This is the best way to ensure that the consulting relationship is not only productive, but also excellent, can be via documentation and design of the relationship.  Regular, direct and honest communication throughout the process can also add stability and meaning to the process of growing your business.  The business consulting process and relationships can be an ongoing development cycle, and one that can bring extreme value to your company over a long lifetime working together. Starting out the right way makes it far more likely that you will succeed.

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Tips for Controlling Employee Benefit Cost

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There are a number of strategies companies can employ to help control the cost of providing benefits for their employees.
What do you consider when you are looking around for a new job? Aside from salary and paid time off, one of the major things people look for when applying for a new job is the benefits package.

According to HR professionals, providing competitive benefits packages to employees is one of the top concerns for major companies. In fact, the top two biggest challenges that major companies face include controlling the cost of employee benefits while still attracting and maintaining a competitive workforce. According to a survey conducted by Arthur J. Gallagher & Co., many of the nation’s top organizations are not ready to face the challenges of a changing employee benefits market. It is only if these companies are able to adapt to those changes, however, that they will be able to mitigate their future costs. There are a number of strategies companies can employ to help control the cost of providing benefits for their employees. Increasing employee plan contributions and increasing deductibles are the top two strategies. Next comes an increase in out-of-pocket maximums followed by an increase in copayments. Essentially, the key to keeping benefits costs low is to increase the cost of those benefits for the beneficiaries – making employees pay a greater percentage of the monthly and out-of-pocket costs. It is difficult to strike the right balance, however, between reducing company costs and maintaining a competitive benefits package that attracts new employees and encourages current employees to stay onboard. Consider once a year contribution into employee health savings account. This encourages consumerism. Find out what procedure cost and shop and compare. Telemedicine has shown 2.2 fewer PTO per employee and saved on average 37.2% in Primary Care and Urgent Care/ER visits. Some of the most successful companies in the country offer a number of different benefits for their employees that aren’t limited just to health insurance plans.

Many companies offer 401(k) plans, often matching employee contributions. Other companies offer wellness programs, though the budget for these programs is often very low – less than $10,000 in 61% of cases where it is offered. Though many companies offer benefits packages to their employees, relatively few have actually calculated the financial impact that recent healthcare reforms will have on the cost of those packages. According to a survey of 1,800 companies, only 31% of those companies had made these calculations. Furthermore, only 10% had created a benefits plan or rewards plan with measurable objectives. Recent changes to the healthcare system and to the benefits landscape will pose a complex challenge to employers for many years to come. Only those companies which are able to strike a balance between meeting needs of their employees while also considering what is best for the company will survive. There are a variety of different ways that a company can go about reducing its benefits costs without laying off employees by the dozens. While strategic layoffs are an important part of any business model (in order to eliminate weak employees and to make room for stronger ones), there are other ways to cut costs. In fact, large layoffs can cost the company money in the form of severance packages, legal fees, and reduced productivity – all of these fees are on top of the cost of training new employees.

Some examples of these methods include:

 • Raising monthly contributions for employees for healthcare

 • Implement defined contribution program

 • Raise deductibles

 • Encourage consumerism

 • Consider Private Exchange

 • Electronic and person to person enrollment options

 • Embrace Technology – Platforms are becoming available for smaller companies

 • Add Telemedicine – Employer paid or Voluntary – Might consider employer paid when raising deductible and employee contribution amount.

 • Develop wellness program that works

 • Add Ancillary benefits as Voluntary

 • Streamline HR department with benefits partner

 • Extending unpaid vacation and holiday time

 • Offering four-day work weeks to employees

 • Cutting overtime pay and reducing work hours

 • Reducing coverage for employee travel benefits

 • Reducing fund-matching for contributions to retirement plans

 • Offering voluntary furlough to employees

 • Shutting down the business for several days at the end of each year

In addition to making some of these changes to the benefits package in general, companies should also take the time to evaluate their health insurance plans. Companies should shop around for different rates because different companies may offer discounts if you have a certain number of employees that want to use the plan. Instead of making additional benefits like life insurance and accident coverage standard, make these voluntary benefits that employees can elect to receive in exchange for a monthly contribution. Consider self insurance with stop/loss if your company is large enough. Implement online enrollment and tracking for increased participation and engagement. Tools are becoming more common to smaller companies. Just make sure that you communicate clearly to your employees any changes you make to their benefits packages. Another useful way to reduce your healthcare costs is to start offering wellness programs as part of your benefits packages. Encouraging your employees to receive health risk assessments and to engage in preventive care can reduce your overall costs for healthcare – people who are healthy use less of their healthcare benefits which saves you money.

Healthier employees will also miss less work which means more productivity for the company. It may not even cost you anything to add these benefits – some fitness centers are glad to offer discounted membership rates for company groups. Offering a Health Savings Account (HSA) to your employees is another way to ensure competitive benefits without increasing your costs. A Health Savings Account enables your employees to build up a pool of cash that they can then draw upon for out-of-pocket medical expenses. HSA savings account must be paired with a high-deductible plan. This, too has its benefits because higher deductibles mean lower monthly premiums. Also, high-deductible plans are advantageous for healthier employees because they will not need as much healthcare and therefore will not be paying as much. Consider once a year contribution by employer into employee account for approved performance. A Flex Spending Account (FSA) is another option that allows your employees to set aside money for uncovered expenses like chiropractic care, dental work, and mental health treatments. As an employer, you are able to decide which expenses are eligible for coverage and, in doing so, you can reduce your monthly. With changes to the healthcare system and the benefits landscape it is more important than ever for companies to be proactive in choosing a benefits package. Providing a competitive benefits package will not only attract new workers, but it will also encourage your current workers to stay put. If you do your research and take the time to carefully select a plan you can offer a competitive package to your employees without significantly increasing your costs.

 

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How to Avoid High Out-of-Pocket Costs for Health Insurance

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Middle income earners are being required to make tough decisions.
Since the passing of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) in 2010, millions of Americans who were previously uninsured now have access to healthcare coverage. With a number of programs available to help low-income families receive discounts on their insurance, healthcare is becoming more affordable than ever – for some people.

In addition to paying a monthly premium for insurance coverage, millions of individuals must also meet expensive deductibles and co-pays before their plan will start kicking in. Once the deductible is met, co-insurance kicks in till you reach the max out of pocket. At that point you will have nearly 100% coverage. Most plans will still have some co-pay for doctors visits and prescriptions. Take the example of a 50 year-old man who earns about $32,000 per year. This man purchases a health insurance plan through the private marketplace and ends up spending about 28% of his monthly income if he reaches max out of pocket for the year. This includes premiums, deductibles, co-payments and prescriptions (and other forms of cost-sharing.) He must continue to make these payments until he reaches his plan’s out-of-pocket maximum, something that relatively few people who have health insurance ever do.

Keeping this story in mind, you may be wondering whether it is worth it at all to even have health insurance. After all, the tax penalty can be less than paying all of those premiums and out-of-pocket costs. The tax penalty for 2015 is $325 per adult or 2% of income. While it may seem like forgoing an insurance plan is the right decision if you are looking to save money, it will probably end up costing you money in the long run. And more significantly, shorten your life span. While some health insurance plans have high deductibles and require you to pay a copayment when you receive treatment, plan deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums will be significantly lower than the total cost of certain treatments if you were to get them while uninsured.

Think about this – if you have a chronic illness for which you receive weekly or monthly treatment, your healthcare costs will add up very quickly. CDC, centers for disease control, “as of 2012, about half of all adults – 117 million people – had one or more chronic conditions. One out of four adults had two or more chronic health conditions. Seven of the top 10 causes of death in 2010 were chronic diseases.

Well, do you feel lucky? If you are young, you are probably still feeling invincible. Client Mike contracted Lymphoblastic Leukemia and had 1.6 million in claims in 2014.

If you do not suffer from a serious illness yourself, you probably know someone who has. Do you know anyone who has cancer? Or diabetes? Or cystic fibrosis? People with serious diseases like this often pay exorbitant costs for medical care, if they don’t have insurance. According to NerdWallet.com, one in five Americans struggle to pay for medical bills each year. In fact, 1.7 million Americans declare bankruptcy each year due to their inability to pay medical bills – this figure outnumbers bankruptcies from credit card bills and unpaid mortgages. If you have health insurance your maximum yearly cost is between $6,250 and $6600 each year. This by itself will not force bankruptcies for most people.

Although health insurance has become more readily available with the passing of the Affordable Care Act, there are still millions of Americans who struggle to pay their medical bills. According to a survey conducted by the U.S. Government, out-of-pocket healthcare expenses reached an average of $3,301 per year per household, a sum that is up from $2,500 in 2009. What many consumers do not realize is that they have some control over their out-of-pocket expenses. While the plan may require you to pay a certain copayment and to meet a deductible before they start offering coverage, there are several things you can do to reduce your out-of-pocket costs after that point.

 • The best thing you can do to reduce your out-of-pocket costs is to take control of your health insurance plan:

 • Understand your plan benefits to make sure that you get the treatment you need without paying extra for it. Make sure that the doctor you see is within the network.

 • Take advantage of Free Preventive Care

 • Get referrals for specialist visits, if your plan requires them. Even if you are required to stay within a particular network, you still have some freedom to choose a provider.

 • If you know that you need a particular treatment or service, do some research to find out the details of what is involved in that treatment and find a provider that will offer you the lowest price.

 • Even after you choose a provider, you still have some options to lower your out-of-pocket costs even more. Speak to your provider (or the billing office) about negotiating the price of your bill. Medical providers offer deep discounts for health insurance companies, so they may do the same for you? See if you can negotiate a discount for paying upfront or for paying in cash. If you can’t cover the total cost of services out-of-pocket at once, ask about setting up a payment plan. Most providers are happy to offer their patients a payment plan if it means they will make regular payments.

 • Consumerism. Get the best value. Compare doctor grade with specific cost. Tools like the FH Consumer Cost Lookup and Healthcare Bluebook allow you to look up the average price in your area for certain procedures so you can shop around for the lowest price.

 • Shop around for the best prescription prices – do not just assume that your local pharmacy has the lowest rate. Go for generics when possible and ask your pharmacist what the cash price would be for prescriptions and compare it to the rate you get with your insurance. Consider Walmart, Target, Walgreens, Sam’s and other discount outlets. Consider Rx by mail.

 • Look at telemedicine. Some carriers have this option within their plans. Stand alone options are increasing in supply to fill current needs. Over 70% of ER, Urgent Care, and Doctors visits can be handled safely and effectively over the phone.

 • Take control of your health. Ask yourself – am I in shape? Could I be in better shape? Do I follow a healthy diet? What can I do to become healthier? Think about it – the healthier you are, the less medical care you will need and the lower your medical bills will be. If you stay healthy, you also spend less time away from work, which is lost money.

 • Consider and compare the purchase of HSA qualified health plan with current plan. HSA plans are eligible for tax free contributions. Interest earnings are tax free. Employers and owners of account are eligible to contribute to the account.

 • Healthcare-specific line of credit. You may be able to get a payment length up to 18 months with no interest or a term up to 60 months with interest.

 • Go to dentist and get your teeth cleaned. Oral health is a window to your overall health.

 • Work with your health insurance agent to confirm carrier bills are correct. Ask them to review for accuracy. Yes, providers make mistakes. Insurance carriers make mistakes.


Taking control of your health insurance plan is the best way to reduce your out-of-pocket costs and it starts with choosing the right plan
. There are many different health plans available to choose from. Select the one that provides the coverage you need at a price you can afford. Before you buy a plan, make sure to think about what kind of treatments you expect to receive throughout the year so you can make sure that you will be covered. The more you know about your plan before you select it, and the better you understand how to use it, the less you will have to worry about out-of-pocket costs.

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6 Things You Must Know if You Become the Victim of a Hit-and-Run Accident

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The personal injury attorneys at Shapiro, Appleton & Duffan regularly represent injured people and grieving families who wonder if they will be able to cope with the financial aftermath of a hit-and-run accident, many of which involve drunk or impaired drivers.
Hit-and-run drivers victimize people twice.

First, the irresponsible driver inflicts property damage and possibly injuries, or even death. Those harms get compounded by leaving the victim to fend for themselves to pay for vehicle repairs, medical expenses or even funeral costs. Not to mention other financial ramifications from a serious car accident, including lost wages, pain and suffering, and loss of a loved one’s support and companionship.

Few measures seem to work for discouraging at-fault drivers from fleeing the scene of an accident. After tracking the problem over a three-year period, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration found that fatalities from hit-and-run accidents increased by over thirteen percent between 2009 and 2011. For that same period, deaths from all traffic accidents in the United States declined by over four percent.  Such accidents involve drunk drivers, who panic and try to run from the catastrophe they have created.

As an example of how bad the problem of drivers trying to escape liability for hitting and hurting others can become, roughly half of the wrecks reported to police in Los Angeles during 2011 involved at least one driver who fled the scene before law enforcement officers and emergency responders arrived.

The personal injury attorneys at Shapiro, Appleton & Duffan regularly represent injured people and grieving families who wonder if they will be able to cope with the financial aftermath of a hit-and-run accident, many of which involve drunk or impaired drivers. While each case has its own facts, the five tips below provide some general guidance on what to do after a serious hit and run incident.

File a Police Report

Most states have laws that require anyone involved in a crash on a public road to report the incident to police. Filing a police report is especially important following a hit-and-run accident because law enforcement officials will likely initiate an investigation trying to find the at-fault driver. Alerting police also leads to the creation of a detailed report that victims can use to support and corroborate insurance claims, especially if your insurance company is skeptical and demands more proof.

Contact Your Own Auto Insurance Company

Especially when medical treatment is needed or a death occurs, hit-and-run victims should notify their automobile insurance carrier as soon as possible. Health insurance coverage generally begins immediately, depending on the type of coverage you have and the size of your deductible or coinsurance. A form of optional car insurance coverage, medical expense benefits (Med Pay) could also be accessible if you have this optional form of coverage, which may be in addition to a personal injury claim against the hit and run driver.

Check for Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage

Uninsured and/or underinsured motorist coverage (typically referred to as UM/UIM coverage) is a unique form of auto insurance coverage that nearly all states require in one form or another. Determining whether you have UM/UIM coverage and how much you can access is where hiring a personal injury attorney makes a lot of sense. You should focus on getting back to one-hundred percent, not deciphering complicated legal terminology embedded in insurance policies. Allow your lawyer to sort through the details, but this is the basic definition:

UM-Uninsured motorist coverage definition: if the at fault (hit and run) driver has no insurance, your own car insurance policy uninsured motorist (UM) coverage will apply to cover your claim up to the coverage limit.

UIM-Underinsured motorist coverage definition: if the at fault (hit and run) driver has some, but not enough car liability insurance, your own car insurance policy underinsured motorist (UIM)  coverage may apply to cover your claim up to the UIM coverage limit.  Note: each state has different rules about UIM coverage, whether various policies can be “stacked” and how the total coverages of multiple policies are combined.

The accessibility of UM/UIM coverage is highly dependent on the state you reside in. For example, in Virginia, car insurance companies are required to provide UM/UIM coverage to the same extent as your liability coverage, unless the insured person rejects and wants lower limits as low as the minimum state requirements. This means that if you have $100,000 in liability coverage through GEICO, State Farm, Nationwide, or another provider, then you automatically have $100,000 in UM/UIM coverage, unless you reject the equal limits. Speaking of liability coverage, we strongly recommend you have auto insurance above the mandatory minimum (in Virginia, the minimum is $25,000 in liability coverage as of 2015). Our firm recommends liability coverage of at least $200,000, and equal UM/UIM limits.

Not all states are like Virginia. If you reside in a state like Florida, you do not enjoy the same level of protection against an uninsured motorist. Florida, along with nine other states, offer a different type of supplemental coverage called Personal Injury Protection with a mandatory minimum of $10,000. Any UM/UIM coverage is completely optional in Florida, and other states, meaning you have to ask for it and pay extra for that coverage.   

Was There Physical Contact?

If you have UM/UIM coverage, an important related issue that must be addressed is whether there was physical contact between you, or your vehicle, and the vehicle that fled the scene. Some states only provide UIM coverage for a hit and run incident when there was actual physical contact between you, your vehicle and the unidentified vehicle. Again, this distinction is dependent on the state you reside in and then the specific language of your auto insurance policy. Hiring a lawyer to handle all of these details is a great plan.

Keep All Bills and Record

Your insurance company will want to see the police report and may request documentation of all crash-related expenses. Such expenses can include hospital bills, payments for prescription medications and physical therapy sessions, car repair bills, car rental fees, travel costs for family members attending a funeral, pay lost while being unable to work, and ongoing care for disabilities. This information will also prove essential if the hit-and-run driver is located and it becomes possible to seek compensation from that person.

Count on a Caring Personal Injury Attorney

Employing a dedicated car accident injury attorney to guide you through the process of dealing with an insurance company following a hit and run accident makes sense.

First, UM/UIM claims get investigated and adjudicated the same way that claims against an at-fault driver’s insurance do. Insurers look for ways to make lowball settlements and outright deny claims. Working with a lawyer who will not back down in the face of pressure or succumb to insurer’s usual tactics provides significant protections for one’s rights to seek and receive adequate compensation.

Second, if the driver who caused a hit-and-run accident is tracked down, possibly through the work of the law firm’s investigative staff, a skilled personal injury and wrongful death attorney will know how to best hold that person financially accountable.

Whether doing that involves going to court with a civil lawsuit, or negotiating a settlement, the chances for achieving the result is the best outcome possible when a knowledgeable lawyer is in your corner.

Richard N. Shapiro is a partner at Shapiro, Appleton & Duffan in Virginia Beach, Va. He is certified as a Civil Trial Advocate by the National Board of Trial Advocacy, a personal injury lawyer, and has litigated wrongful death, trucking, faulty products, railroad and medical negligence claims throughout the Eastern United States.

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WebCreationUK Expand Services To Include SEO Services To Optimize Websites For Business

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WebCreationUK is renowned for amazing and affordable web design services for business, and has now expanded its service profile to include search engine optimization.

The web is a more competitive place than ever because it has potentially unlimited real estate, meaning thousands of businesses can compete for the same customers. No matter how beautifully designed a website is, it needs an audience to make it live, breathe and make money for the business it represents. Getting an audience is a more complicated process now than ever thanks to intense competition and the nature of search engines. That is why WebCreationUK has launched new services offering SEO to businesses, to help their websites perform to their best potential in the new age of internet marketing.

Their SEO service (https://www.webcreationuk.co.uk/seo/) can be effectively hybridized with the design service, creating a site map and architecture that is optimized on page so Google understands what each piece of content is targeting in terms of customers and keywords. The whitehat link building team then promote the website to gain authority links that drive search engine rankings giving their customers first page rankings for their most important terms.

The new system is designed with the latest approaches and search engine algorithms in mind, and is designed to be invisible to the eye. While many SEO oriented sites often feel clunky and obtuse to their human users, WebCreationUK’ expertise in design overcomes this to ensure the site works wonderfully for both the human users who need the site and the search engines that help those users find the site in the first place.

A spokesperson for WebCreationUK explained, “Our new services allow us to add a third dimension to the work we do on behalf of businesses, and allows businesses to have a more hands-off approach to online marketing, as the website works harder to provide organic lead generation through the very latest techniques. Despite the huge impact of this service, the price of including it in the package is eminently affordable, and we look forward to helping more businesses get more from their online presence.”

About WebCreationUK

WebCreationUK are a team of expert designers and programmers experienced in all aspects of website design and development, with thousands of satisfied clients in their portfolio. They offer many value-added services to help businesses grow and reap the benefits of trading on the Internet, offering full spectrum and stunning design without agency fees. 

For more information please visit: https://www.webcreationuk.co.uk/

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A Hilarious, New Short Film Announced

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Yet another entry in the “frustrated Jew” genre inspired by Woody Allen and Philip Roth

LOS ANGELES, California – September 22, 2015 – Panofsky’s Complaint, a hilarious new short film by writer-director Peter Mackie and author Jacqueline Berkman, was recently announced. 

Based on the author’s short story “Picking Locks” (Ginosko Literary Journal #16, pub. 2015), Panofsky’s Complaint is a darkly comedic take on the age-old idiom “the straw that broke the camel’s back.” It follows Charles Panofsky, a doorman for a high-end Manhattan high-rise, in a police interrogation room as he recounts the fateful moment that he “snapped” on the subway home during a confrontation with the Stratford’s, a Waspy, wealthy older couple. 

Filled with razor-sharp wit and shrewd insights into social status, Panofksy’s Complaint is not only a funny film, but one that tackles relevant themes that are still prevalent in today’s society. 

When the film is done, they are going to get it out to festivals nationwide and worldwide. That means exposure for everyone involved with the project and potential connections and future collaborations with those they meet along the way. However, before this short, comedic romp can be made, these filmmakers need help. That’s why they’ve launched this campaign. Their goal is to raise $20,000 by October 27, 2015. The funds raised will go toward production costs, such as permits, paying cast and crew, locations, production insurance, and renting equipment, costumes, and props. 

To help bring Panofsky’s Complaint to life, please visit the IndieGoGo campaign or click here. Backers can choose from many attractive rewards – including IMDB credit – as a thank you for their donations. 

Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to be part of a witty, cinematic, dialogue-driven film! 

Know others that would love this? Spread the word about Panofsky’s Complaint by sharing this on Facebook, Twitter, and other social networks.

For more information, see: http://www.vimeo.com/cinetone

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The Vortex Dress – An Incredible, Space-Inspired 3D Printed Dress Announced

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Designer creating her very first fully 3D printed dress inspired by space and black holes

CHICAGO, Illinois – September 22, 2015 – Fashion designer, Laura Thapthimkuna, recently announced the Vortex Dress. The Vortex Dress is Laura’s first fully 3D printed dress. Her fascination with the universe was the driving force behind the vortex dress. She began researching artistic interpretations of how the combination of space and time creates the fourth dimension and how it’s affected by black holes. She was also very inspired by the vortex like shapes seen in renderings and the unfathomable complexity of the theories behind it. After extensive research and sketching, the Vortex Dress was born. While she was forming the dress in her head and putting it down on paper, she knew she wanted to ultimately execute it through 3D printing technology. 

In order to virtually sculpt this piece, Laura collaborated with UK-based 3D designer Stephen Ions. He was able to recreate the dress by sculpting it three dimensionally using the computer program, Zbrush. Stephen’s 15 years of experience designing was invaluable in terms of bringing the design to life on the computer. However, before this incredible dress can be made, Laura needs help. That’s why she launched this Kickstarter campaign. The goal of this project is to raise $9,000 by October 22, 2015. The funds raised will go towards printing the full-scale dress using the 3D printing company, i.materialise. After the dress is fully 3D printed, funds will go towards the airbrushing of the entire dress in a black hi-gloss clear coat. In order to give it a sleek, futuristic appearance mimicking black holes in space, Laura will enlist California based color studio Creations n’ Chrome. 

To help bring this innovative dress to life, please visit the Kickstarter campaign or click here. Perks will be delivered between October 2015 and January 2016. 

Please keep in mind this is an “all-or-nothing” deal, which means if the campaign does not reach the funding goal then the project cannot move forward. So know that any amount given can make a difference, and this is an incredible opportunity to be a part of a special campaign! Help Laura Thapthimkuna reach the goal by sharing this on Facebook, Twitter, and other social networks. The more people know about this, the more support the campaign will receive.

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Environmental Office Solutions Achieves Upgrade to R2:2013 Recycling Standard Certification

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Mark Tosi, Executive Vice President, announces that Environmental Office Solutions has achieved an upgrade to the R2:2013 Recycling Standard Certification.

East Hartford, CT – Environmental Office Solutions (EOS), has recently been certified to the latest Electronics Recycling Certification Standard, R2:2013. As a leader in printer cartridge recycling, EOS became the first printer cartridge recycling specialist to achieve the R2:2013 certification. EOS has developed environmentally-friendly recycling programs to keep over 20 million pounds of materials from the waste stream and overcrowded landfills every year. EOS has facilities in both Connecticut and California.

Endorsed by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Responsible Recycling (R2) Practices for Electronics Recyclers establish a hierarchy for the safe and responsible handling of electronic waste through reuse and resource recovery. EOS has achieved the latest R2 certification for the Connecticut facility and is pursuing similar certification for the California facility, which is operating under R2 principles, policies and procedures.

EOS collects empty printer cartridges (toner cartridges used in laser printers and inkjet cartridges) cell phones and printer fusers from businesses, government agencies, charitable organizations and other non-profits across the United States for use in remanufactured products. EOS is averaging over 290,000 cubic feet per month of materials that are being kept out of landfills. Additionally, due to recycling, EOS is responsible for saving raw materials that would be required for new product production. For every 100,000 toner cartridges that EOS recycles, over 150,000 pounds of plastic, over 50,000 gallons of oil and over 20,000 pounds of aluminum are saved.

Mark Tosi, co-founder and Executive Vice President, said, “The foundation of EOS was based on responsible recycling practices and keeping waste out of our landfills. We have aggressively followed the best practices for electronics materials recycling and have been committed to improving the environment since our founding. We have made conscious decisions to invest in the infrastructure and to pursue environmental certifications that make us stand out as a leader in the industry.”

Printer cartridges and other products that EOS collects are sold to remanufacturing companies that reuse the recycled products and turn them into fully functional products that are sold to businesses and consumers. The end result is products that have a lower cost to businesses and consumers, less requirements for raw materials and energy, and reduction of waste in landfills.

Environmental Office Solutions (EOS) was founded in 1996 by Chris Stoddard, CEO, and Mark Tosi, Executive Vice President. EOS, on an annual basis, diverts over 20 million pounds of materials away from landfills and puts them to reuse in remanufactured products. The company operates facilities for collection, processing and warehousing in East Hartford, Connecticut and in the Los Angeles, California area. EOS holds certifications for R2:2013, Responsible Recycling Practices for Electronics Recycling, ISO 14001, Environmental Management System and OHSAS 18001, International Occupational Health and Safety Management System.

To learn more about Environmental Office Solutions and responsible recycling systems, visit http://www.EOSUSA.com

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IBMC College To Sponsor Rocky Mountain STEAM Fest Maker Boulder

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Fort Collins, Greeley, Longmont & Cheyenne College Programs – IBMC
IBMC College will sponsor the Rocky Mountain STEAM Fest Maker Boulder

Fort Collins, Colorado – September 22, 2015 – IBMC College in Fort Collins and Longmont will be sponsoring the up-coming Rocky Mountain STEAM Fest Maker Boulder. The event will take place on Saturday, Sept. 5th and Sunday Sept. 6th at the Boulder County Fairgrounds, located at 9595 Nelson Road.

IBMC College will sponsor this wonderful event designed to teach kids and young adults about health, environment, and science. IBMC supports STEAM through our educational endeavors and commitment to youth activities promoting personal growth and empowerment.

The Rocky Mountain STEAM Fest Maker event features fun exhibits and hands-on activities to teach children about (STEAM) Science, Technology, Engineering/Environment, Arts, and Making Math/Music.

Additional activates include, a Family Music Jam, a Dance Party, and a Drone Zone and Drone Race.

Tickets for the event are available for purchase online and prices vary per event date. Saturday, Adults tickets will be $10 and Children under 18 are only $5. Sunday, Adults will be $13 and Children under 18 will be $8. Family packages are also available.

For more information about this up-coming event, please visit www.makerboulder.com/

IBMC College’s Certificate, Diploma and Degree programs provide students with the skills needed to flourish in a business, cosmetology, dental, healthcare, paralegal or massage career. IBMC College offers small class sizes to provide one-on-one attention and hands-on training, giving students the real-world experience necessary to be successful in their career path.

For more information about our Certificate, Diploma, and Degree Programs at IBMC College in Wyoming, please visit www.ibmc.edu or call (800) 495-2669.


Video Link: http://www.youtube.com/embed/dUdK4AzjTAU


About IBMC College:

IBMC College has been providing life-changing career training since 1987. IBMC is locally-owned and nationally accredited by the Accrediting Council of Independent Colleges and Schools to offer certificate, diploma and Associate of Occupational Studies degrees in business, computer technology, cosmetology, dental, healthcare, massage therapy and paralegal studies. Campuses are located in Fort Collins, Greeley and Longmont, CO and Cheyenne, WY. Programs vary by campus.

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Website: http://www.ibmc.edu

Tuff Bear Assures Stimulant-Free Naturally Improved Energy with Schumacher Ginseng Tea

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TUFF BEAR: Wisconsin Ginseng, American Ginseng, Weight Loss Supplements, Nutritional Supplements and Anti-Aging Skin Care Products
Tuff Bear has assured a herbal stimulant-free energy boost naturally with premium Wisconsin Ginseng tea by Schumacher Ginseng that contains 100% premium American ginseng and no sugar or caffeine.

Wausau, Wisconsin – September 22, 2015 – Stimulants are not always the sole answer to improve energy, Notable Wisconsin ginseng product retailer Tuff Bear has assured stimulant-free natural energy boost with premium Wisconsin Ginseng tea by Schumacher Ginseng.

The Schumacher Wisconsin ginseng tea is a pure, potent herbal tea, made from 100 percent high quality American ginseng roots- cultivated in Wisconsin.

“Though stimulants are a popular choice to recharge energy yet they carry risks of side effects. Thus, we are offering a natural & safer solution for you that will revitalize your declining energy naturally, without any threat of adverse effects. American ginseng is a traditional medicinal herb which carries proven power to fight fatigue and enhance energy levels safely,” stated the manager from Tuff Bear.

He promised no caffeine and no sugar in the Schumacher Ginseng tea. Each of the packs contains 20 tea bags with 2 gm Wisconsin ginseng per bag. “The tea bags are packed with a powerful dose of Wisconsin American ginseng so that you can have a solid proportion of Rb ginsenosides – the most active ingredient of ginseng. Schumacher Ginseng is renowned for offering the finest Wisconsin ginseng in the world and hence you can expect the best ginseng with the tea bags.”

American ginseng is an ancient medicinal herb rich in adaptogens that enhances body’s capability to easily adapt itself to physical & mental fatigue. It has long been in use among Native Americans & carries a huge success record as a fantastic herbal energy-booster.

“The tea bags contain 100 percent cut root and each of packets has been selected, processed & packaged very carefully to ensure the optimum experience for users. You will love the earthy flavor of the tea which would pep your mood immediately with each sip,” added in one of the leading spokespersons from Tuff Bear.

Added to its growing Wisconsin ginseng product line, Tuff Bear also offers anti-aging skin care products, nutritional supplements and weight loss supplements.


Video Link: http://www.youtube.com/embed/Tsj9hXPkXCU

About Tuffbear.com

Tuff Bear is a leading online health & beauty care product retailer that extends Wisconsin ginseng goodies along with weight-loss supplements, nutritional supplements and anti-aging beauty care products.

For more info, visit http://www.tuffbear.com/

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Forerunner Signs Partners with Bank of Blue Valley to Provide Homes for Local Families

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Commercial Sign Company | Kansas City | Overland Park | Olathe
Forerunner Signs and Graphics takes service to a new level when partnering with customers. Through their Hope Starts at Home program, they give 10 percent of all proceeds to non-profit organizations.

Overland Park, Kansas – September 22, 2015 – Forerunner Signs and Graphics recently completed a major project for the Bank of Blue Valley. Along with the project, BBV received an opportunity to help a non-profit organization of their choice. Forerunner, which gives 10 percent of all proceeds to non-profit organizations, provides this opportunity to all customers who purchase a minimum of $2,000 in product over a three-month period. BBV, a community bank that focuses on empowering local citizens, chose to benefit Heartland Habitat for Humanity.

When BBV chose to partner with Forerunner for signs and advertising, the topic of charity work came up immediately. Michael Ryan, Founder and President of the sign and graphic company, takes giving back to the community seriously. Early in his relationship with BBV, he communicated information about Forerunner’s Hope Starts at Home program. This program, through which Forerunner donates 10 percent of all company proceeds, allows many partners to choose the non-profit organization that benefits from their purchases. BBV, with interest in investing in local families, chose Heartland Habitat for Humanity, which happens to be a regular beneficiary of the Hope Starts at Home Program.

Ryan has long been involved in charitable giving and the support of non-profit entities. Growing up, he observed his parents as they supported and worked for organizations such as The United Way, Ronald McDonald House and the American Heart Association. As the owner of a for-profit business, Ryan enjoys the freedom to take charge by supporting a variety of worthy organizations that make a difference in the community.

Concerning the partnership between Forerunner, BBV and Heartland HFH, Ryan says, “My favorite thing about this is the overall win-win situation it creates – from quality signage results for BBV to families in our community getting the help that Heartland gives. Really, to me, it’s about giving back.”

As a business owner, Ryan is passionate about bringing a fusion of entrepreneurship and philanthropy to his community. He points out that the partnership of Forerunner with BBV and Heartland HFH is a natural result of the three organizations’ work and presence in the community. All three are members of the Leawood Chamber of Commerce and the Overland Park Chamber of Commerce, where they build relationships with other local businesses to better the community.

For BBV and Heartland HFH, state-of-the-art signage and graphics are only a portion of the good that comes from the work Ryan and his staff do. In addition to providing quality advertising products, Forerunner is in the business of relationship and community building. By connecting companies and people with resources they need for a better life, Forerunner and their partners are making Leawood, Overland Park and the rest of the Kansas City metro area a better place to live and work.

About Forerunner Signs and Graphics:

Located near the intersection of Lamar and College Blvd. in Overland Park, Kans., Forerunner is a full-service signage and graphics company. They provide interior and exterior signage for buildings as well as floor decals, vehicle wraps, window graphics, trade-show displays and much more.

For more details visit http://forerunnersigns.com

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Country: United States
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A Plus Transmission Opens New Locations in Austin & San Antonio

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Transmission Repair Shop in Houston | Full Service Transmission Shop
A Plus Transmission Specialist has opened 2 new locations in Austin & San Antonio. The full service transmission shop assured state of the art assistance in any transmission issue.

Houston, Texas – September 22, 2015 – Leading Houston Transmission repair shop A Plus Transmission has currently opened two new locations in Austin & San Antonio. The shop now serves with 12 convenient locations across Houston & surrounding regions.

“We are delighted to announce that recently we have extended our reach further with 2 new locations at Austin & San Antonio. We have witnessed a tremendous growth over the past 3 decades and what started as a humble beginning at Jones Roads has expanded to as many as 12 locations today. This growth owes its genesis to our strong commitment towards unparallel quality, convenience, value & excellent customer service,” stated a leading spokesman from the Transmission shop in Houston.

The full service transmission shop is flexible to handle the transmission needs of any model, irrespective of make & age. The spokesperson assured equal ease with 4×4 vehicles, SUVs as well as high performing European steams. While approached on the services, the firm manager also commented on assistance in all sorts of transmission problems, transmission change, drive-line services & Transmission repair in Houston.

“We are like your absolute portal when it comes to any transmission issue in Houston or surrounding areas. Whether you want automatic transmission repair or fluid change or transmission mount replacement, we can help you with everything. Our highly trained & seasoned technicians assure nothing but the best experience for you,” noted the manager.

Speaking further, he emphasized on their cutting edge diagnostic equipments that help them to ensure efficient diagnosis for the latest automobiles. “Most of the latest models today run on electronic control amenities and the traditional tools are not enough for a proper diagnosis of problems on these advanced automobiles. But unlike the regular transmission repair outlets, we work with latest diagnostic & repair equipments and dynamic technicians – who are well versed to tackle any issue disturbing the state of the art models.”


Video Link: http://www.youtube.com/embed/nWOWV4Hyuf8


About A Plus Transmission Specialist

A Plus Transmission Specialist is a leading full service transmission shop that operates with 12 convenient locations across Houston & surrounding regions. 

For more details, visit www.transmission-repair-houston.com

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Country: United States
Website: http://www.transmission-repair-houston.com

IBMC College Students to Volunteer in Longmont

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Fort Collins, Greeley, Longmont & Cheyenne College Programs – IBMC
Students will volunteer at IBMC College in Longmont, CO

Fort Collins, Colorado – September 22, 2015 – IBMC College students in Longmont will volunteer as part of a Hope-Transformations and Loving Care (TLC) Event through Heart of Longmont, a United Methodist Congregation.

The event will take place on Saturday, August 22nd from 5-8 P.M. in Wesley Hall. The hall will be transformed into a hair salon, massage studio, and health clinic. People calling the streets home will be greeted with a hearty dinner, and given the opportunity to receive basic care and TLC.

IBMC College students in the Medical Assisting, Massage Therapy, and Cosmetology programs will volunteer, donating their time and skills to help the homeless population in Longmont get some needed treatment and love.

For more information about the Hope-TLC event, please call (303)776-3523 or visit heartoflongmont.org

IBMC College’s Certificate, Diploma and Degree programs provide students with the skills needed to flourish in a business, cosmetology, dental, healthcare, paralegal or massage career. IBMC College offers small class sizes to provide one-on-one attention and hands-on training, giving students the real-world experience necessary to be successful in their career path.

For more information about our Certificate, Diploma, and Degree Programs at IBMC College in Wyoming, please visit www.ibmc.edu or call (800) 495-2669.


Video Link: http://www.youtube.com/embed/bZ23-UQnft0

About IBMC College:

IBMC College has been providing life-changing career training since 1987.  IBMC is locally-owned and nationally accredited by the Accrediting Council of Independent Colleges and Schools to offer certificate, diploma and Associate of Occupational Studies degrees in business, computer technology, cosmetology, dental, healthcare, massage therapy and paralegal studies. Campuses are located in Fort Collins, Greeley and Longmont, CO and Cheyenne, WY.  Programs vary by campus.

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Website: http://www.ibmc.edu

Wrike Wins Two Silver Stevies at 2015 American Business Awards (SM)

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Stevie Award winners were selected by more than 200 executives nationwide who participated in the judging process.

Wrike, the work management platform for high-performance teams, was honored with two Silver Stevie Awards for the Company of the Year, Computer Software – Up to 500 Employees category and the Integrated Mobile Experience category. Winners were announced at the 13th Annual American Business Awards.

The American Business Awards are the nation’s premier business awards program. Nicknamed the Stevies for the Greek word for “crowned,” the awards were presented to winners during a gala banquet on Friday, September 11 at the Julia Morgan Ballroom in San Francisco. Stevie Award winners were selected by more than 200 executives nationwide who participated in the judging process.

“We are extremely impressed with the quality of the entries we received this year. The competition was intense and every organization that won should be proud,” said Michael Gallagher, president and founder of the Stevie Awards. “To those outstanding individuals and organizations that received Gold, Silver, and Bronze Stevie Awards, the judges and I are honored to celebrate your many accomplishments. You are setting a high standard for professionals nationwide.”

Details about The American Business Awards and the lists of Stevie winners who were announced on September 11 are available at www.StevieAwards.com/ABA

About The Stevie Awards

Stevie Awards are conferred in six programs: the Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, the German Stevie Awards, The American Business Awards, The International Business Awards, the Stevie Awards for Women in Business, and the Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service. Stevie Awards competitions receive more than 10,000 entries each year from organizations in more than 60 nations. Honoring organizations of all types and sizes and the people behind them, the Stevies recognize outstanding performances in the workplace worldwide.

Learn more about the Stevie Awards at http://www.StevieAwards.com

Sponsors and partners of The 2015 American Business Awards include BizTalkRadio, CallidusCloud, Engility, Fareportal, John Hancock, PetRays, and Softpro.

Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Mountain View, Wrike is a SaaS based work platform with over 9,000 organizations using its paid product. It has raised a total of $26 million from Bain Capital Ventures, Scale Venture Partners, DCM Ventures and TMT.

 

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Phone: 18777797453
City: Mountain View
State: CA
Country: United States
Website: https://www.wrike.com/

Wells Fargo, Chase, Costo and Square Reader: Credit Card Processing, Rates compared through Merchant Services

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DALLAS, TX – 22 Sep, 2015 – Merchant Resources compares its credit card merchant services to those of Square Reader, Wells Fargo Merchant Services, Chase Merchant Services and Costco Merchant Services. Merchant Services credit card processing rates save you much needed money.  You don’t have to pay for an expensive machine or point of sale system.

After Merchant Resources called the 1-800 listed on each of these merchant services, a variety of differences and cost of each of these credit card merchant services have been discovered. The compilation below:

Square Reader

• Base Retail Visa/MC rate of 2.75% • Key Entered Rate of 3.5%

The square reader rates are extremely high, especially if your average ticket is over fifty dollars.

Wells Fargo

• Base Retail Visa/MC rate of 1.8% • Lease of terminal for $35 a month or purchase terminal for $500 • $75 yearly fee

Merchant Resources has been in the business for over 20 years, knowing “for a fact” that the rate, no matter what the card is, is NOT 1.8%. It seems Wells Fargo has to train their merchant services department what the actual fees are.

Costco

• Base Retail Visa/MC rate of 1.38% and 19 cents • Rewards Cards Visa/MC rate of 1.99% and 19 cents • Business Cards Visa/MC rate of 2.65% and 29 cents • Foreign and Government Cards Visa/MC 3.55% and 29 cents • Lease of terminal for $30 a month for 2 years or purchase terminal for $489 • Need to be an executive Costco member, so you need to pay $110 a year

Chase Paymentech

• Base Retail Visa/MC rate of 1.99% and 25 cents • Mid qualified rate of 2.68% and 25 cents • Non qualified rate of 3.76% and 25 cents • $100 fee to get setup • $25 monthly minimum • Monthly fee of $9.95 • Free terminal with a 2 year contract

Merchant Resources offers the following:

• 1.25% for debit/credit card with no pin • 1.65% for base Visa and MasterCard, Discover • No Monthly Fees • FREE EMV Terminal with Pin Pad, Swiper for your cellular phone, or POS for restaurant

Merchant Resources offers custom quotes to fit your particular business.

To receive a free no obligation merchant account quote, visit http://www.credit-card-processing.com or call 1-888-895-3129

Full News Story: https://pressreleasejet.com/newsreleases/2015/wells-fargo-chase-costo-and-square-reader-credit-card-processing-rates-compared-through-merchant-services/

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