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Pearl Certification Becomes a Public Benefit Corporation

Pearl Certification Becomes a Public Benefit Corporation

Affirms commitment to homeowners and the planet Pearl Certification Becomes a Public Benefit Corporation Pearl Certification is advancing the high-performing homes industry by incorporating as a Public Benefit Corporation. CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va., May 18, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Pearl Certification, the gold standard in high-performing home certifications, is incorporating as a Public Benefit Corporation and pursuing Certification by the nonprofit B-Lab as a B Corp, as a way to further support the company's mission to improve U.S. homes and reduce the nation's carbon footprint.  The vast majority of homes in the U.S. waste energy and cost too much to maintain. Millions of…
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4ocean and U.S. Polo Assn. Renew Global Ocean-Positive Sustainability Partnership Goal to Remove 150,000 Pounds of Trash from World’s Oceans

4ocean and U.S. Polo Assn. Renew Global Ocean-Positive Sustainability Partnership Goal to Remove 150,000 Pounds of Trash from World’s Oceans

BOCA RATON, Fla., May 18, 2023 (Newswire.com) - 4ocean, a purpose-driven B Corp with a mission to end the ocean plastic crisis, in partnership with U.S. Polo Assn., the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), are pleased to announce the extension of their partnership. The two entities have committed to removing 150,000 pounds of trash from the world's oceans through the 4ocean Pound+ Services, now through 2024.  4ocean and U.S. Polo Assn.'s partnership began in early 2021 and successfully led to the removal of 60,000 pounds of plastic from the ocean, rivers, and coastlines. The two organizations…
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Positive K9 Training Launches VIP Dog Training for Personalised Canine Excellence

Positive K9 Training Launches VIP Dog Training for Personalised Canine Excellence

Introducing Positive K9 Training's VIP Program. VIP Dog Training Melbourne with Positive K9 Training A well-trained dog with Positive K9 Training - \nReal Dog Training - Real Results MELBOURNE, Australia, May 18, 2023 (Newswire.com) - As security concerns continue to rise in our increasingly complex world, Positive K9 Training, a leading dog training service in Melbourne, is proud to announce its innovative solution: the VIP dog training program. This tailored service promises to enhance not only canine obedience but also residential security, ensuring a safer home environment for all. A well-trained dog can play a pivotal role in home security,…
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Sinceri Senior Living Certified as a Great Place To Work for 5th Year in a Row

Sinceri Senior Living Certified as a Great Place To Work for 5th Year in a Row

VANCOUVER, Wash., May 17, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Sinceri Senior Living and its communities have been certified as a Great Place To Work® for the fifth year in a row. Great Place To Work Institute is an independent research and consulting firm that evaluated the team members' experiences while working at Sinceri. The certification process considered over 1,900 staff surveys from across all of Sinceri's locations.  Sinceri CEO Chris Belford stated that the company achieved outstanding results in the survey this year and had high employee engagement and satisfaction across all departments. He also expressed that one of Sinceri's priorities is…
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The Lowcountry Has the Solution to Deer Damage With New Deer Solution Franchisees

Longtime Residents are Providing Homeowners the Protection They Need Keith Farfone (left), new owner of Deer Solution of the Lowcountry, poses with co-founders of Deer Solution, Kris (center) and Jaime (right) Goodrich. CHARLESTON, S.C., May 17, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Local residents Keith and Regan Farfone are tackling the deer damage issue in the Lowcountry one property at a time. The Farfones recently launched their new business Deer Solution, a deer repellent service franchise that helps shield landscapes. The Farfones explained the reason behind their choice. "So many things about Deer Solution appealed to us, but the most important one is…
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Retreat Behavioral Health’s Executive Vice President, Kevin C. Andrews [M.A., M.S.W.] to Be Promoted to Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Retreat Behavioral Health’s Executive Vice President, Kevin C. Andrews [M.A., M.S.W.] to Be Promoted to Chief Operating Officer (COO)

PALM SPRINGS, Fla., May 16, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Retreat Behavioral Health announces the promotion of Executive Vice President Kevin C. Andrews [M.A., M.S.W.] to Chief Operating Officer (COO). With over 30 years of experience in progressive healthcare, Andrews brings a strong background in Healthcare Operations, Quality Patient Safety, and Mental Health to his new role. "Kevin Andrews shows a distinct passion for this field, evident through his work. His past experiences make him a perfect fit for Retreat and the growth we plan to make in the future," says Retreat Behavioral Health President & CEO Peter Schorr. "The thing I…
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Issa Launches FAI Certifications and CEUs to Serve the Specialized Needs of Aging Clientele

Issa Launches FAI Certifications and CEUs to Serve the Specialized Needs of Aging Clientele

Giving Fitness Professionals Access to Evidence-Based Training to Improve Functional Outcomes with Mature Adults ISSA Trainer ISSA Certified Trainer PHOENIX, May 16, 2023 (Newswire.com) - The International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA), a world leader in the personal training certification industry, is proud to announce the launch of its Functional Aging Institute (FAI) courses and CEUs - now available at issaonline.com In late 2022, ISSA acquired The Functional Aging Institute (FAI) to provide preeminent education toward training an aging clientele around the world. Fitness pros and instructors can now take advantage of several specializations and CEUs to help older adults gain the strength and the…
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Lingoda Launches Summer Sprint Campaign to Help Language Learners Achieve Their Goals

Lingoda Launches Summer Sprint Campaign to Help Language Learners Achieve Their Goals

New students will be able to unlock incentive packages from Lingoda's various campaign partners Lingoda's Summer Sprint Campaign MIAMI, May 16, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Lingoda, the leading online language learning platform, has announced the launch of its Summer Sprint campaign, designed to help language learners achieve their goal of speaking a new language confidently over the summer months. The campaign will run from May 12-July 6 with two opportunities to sign up for the Sprint: the first Sprint opens May 12 with classes from June 12-August 10. The second Sprint opens June 9 with classes from July 10-September 7. With the…
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After Afrobeat and Nollywood, Plant-Based Food is the Next Cultural Hit From Nigeria

After Afrobeat and Nollywood, Plant-Based Food is the Next Cultural Hit From Nigeria

New ProVeg Nigeria office to usher in plant-based lifestyle into Nigerian hospitals, schools, markets, and kitchens country-wide. LAGOS, Nigeria, May 16, 2023 (Newswire.com) - A new organization has been launched in Nigeria today called ProVeg Nigeria, which aims to promote healthy and tasty food that is both climate and animal-friendly. ProVeg Nigeria is part of the global food awareness organization ProVeg International, which has 10 other offices around the world with a mission to replace 50% of animal products globally with plant-based and cultivated foods by 2040.  Hakeem Jimo has been the driving force behind the opening of ProVeg Nigeria.…
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Whittier Street Health Center CEO Frederica M. Williams Honored During Black Women Lead Event at State House

Whittier Street Health Center CEO Frederica M. Williams Honored During Black Women Lead Event at State House

Frederica Williams, Black Women Lead Frederica Williams, Black Women Lead BOSTON, May 15, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Frederica M. Williams, president and CEO of Whittier Street Health Center, a community health center with a mission to serve as a center of excellence that provides high-quality and accessible health care and social services that achieve health equity, social justice, and the economic well-being of a diverse patient population, was among 200 Black women honored during a May 12 special event at the Massachusetts State House hosted by Amaka Ubaka of Channel 7 News. The 200 honorees represent all Black women who have worked tirelessly…
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