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Mailbox Power Introduces the Celebrations Gold Award

Salt Lake City, UT, April 19, 2024 — Mailbox Power, the leading innovator in direct mail automation, is excited to introduce the Celebrations Gold Award. This esteemed recognition is presented to clients who have showcased an extraordinary dedication to client relations by having automatically sent personalized cards & gifts in celebration of over 1,000 client birthdays using the Mailbox Power platform.

The Celebrations Gold Award highlights the significant impact of personalized birthday marketing in strengthening client relationships. Mailbox Power’s innovative platform enables seamless automation of account based and relationship marketing, allowing businesses to send personalized cards and gifts effortlessly. This automation ensures that clients feel valued on their special day, fostering long-term loyalty and engagement.

“We are thrilled to introduce the Celebrations Gold Award as a way to recognize our clients who have gone above and beyond in their commitment to client engagement,” said Brad Quintana, CEO of Mailbox Power. “Celebrating birthdays is a powerful way to show clients that you care about them as individuals, and our platform makes it easy for businesses to do that at scale.”

Currently, Mailbox Power proudly recognizes over 140 distinguished clients who have achieved this milestone, celebrating their proactive approach to client engagement through thoughtful, personalized direct mail. These businesses span a range of industries, from real estate and finance to healthcare and hospitality, demonstrating the universal value of personalized marketing.

“Our goal with Mailbox Power was to create a platform that would make it easy for businesses to connect with their clients on a personal level,” said Justin Biggs, Platform Architect and Co-Founder of Mailbox Power. “Sending a personalized birthday card is a simple gesture, but it can have a big impact on client loyalty and retention. We’re proud to see so many of our clients embracing this strategy and achieving great results.”

Mailbox Power’s direct mail automation platform is designed to streamline the process of creating and sending personalized marketing materials and gifts. With features like customizable templates, automated mailing, and real-time tracking, businesses can easily integrate direct mail into their overall marketing strategy without adding extra workload for their team.

“Direct mail has always been a powerful marketing tool, but it can be time-consuming and expensive to do it right,” said Quintana. “With Mailbox Power, we’ve made it easy and affordable for businesses of all sizes to leverage the power of direct mail to build stronger client relationships and drive growth.”

Mailbox Power is committed to transforming how businesses connect with their clients, making every interaction meaningful and personal through targeted direct mail solutions. With the launch of the Celebrations Gold Award, the company is setting a new standard for client engagement and celebrating the businesses that are leading the way.

Dr. Pavuluri Subba Rao, Founder, CEO and Chairman of Ananth Technologies has been conferred with the Aeronautical Society of India (ASI)’s ‘Arybhata award’

19th April 2024 Ananth is extremely happy and proud that its Founder, CEO, and Chairman Dr. Pavuluri Subba Rao has been conferred with the Aeronautical Society of India (ASI)’s ‘Arybhata Award’ and also presented with the title of ASI’s ‘Distinguished Fellow’.

The Aryabhata Award is in recognition of Dr. Rao’s tremendous lifetime contribution to the promotion of Astronautics in India. It is a great honor to receive this prestigious award from Shri. S Somanath, President, ASI and Chairman, ISRO and from Dr Kiran Kumar ,former Chairman ISRO

Dr. Rao was a scientist at ISRO and in 1992 incorporated Ananth Technologies Limited to indigenously design and develop some of the most sophisticated avionics for ISRO and Defense in India. Ananth currently employees 1600+ across its three Centers of Excellence in Hyderabad, Bengaluru and Thiruvananthapuram.

4 design startups where Tech Meets Style: A Look at Modern Tech Design Transforming Interior Spaces

In today’s fast-paced landscape of modern living, technology permeates every facet of our existence, extending its influence even in interior design, where innovation meets aesthetics to redefine our living spaces. From augmented reality tools to smart home innovations, tech interior design startups are reshaping the way we think about modern tech design in interiors. These startups are not only embracing modern edge technology but also infusing it with unmatched style to revolutionize interior design as we know it.

These visionary design startups, pioneering the fusion of state-of-the-art technology with unparalleled style, revolutionize interior spaces. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to pushing boundaries, startups are redefining what it means to inhabit modern spaces, how they’re challenging norms, pushing the limits of creativity, and ultimately reshaping our understanding of modern tech design within interior environments.

Here are the top Top 4 design startups where Tech Meets Style: A Look at Modern Tech Design Transforming Interior Spaces

Flipspaces :
Established in 2015, Flipspaces is the first tech-enabled brand that offers a full-stack solution for the design and build of commercial spaces. It is also the largest global supply chain platform for interior products and services backed by its strong technology and industry acumen. Flipspaces SaaS-driven product Vizstore is a virtual store that allows interior product owners to digitize the product display, visualization, and selection experience aided by virtual reality technology. Embracing its cutting-edge technology specially created for furniture and furnishing retail stores, it helps boost sales by 30% while reducing store rent to a mere 3 paise per sqft.

Urban Ladder:
Urban Ladder commenced operations in 2012 with a vision – to make a million homes beautiful. They had a mission to enable their audience to think of setting up space as an energizing, creative pursuit and to help to breathe life into empty rooms with ideas.

Pepperfry: Pepperfry since 2011 brings to you stylish and quality furniture with attractive EMI options. From electrical appliances to wall art, Pepperfry grants everything you need to make your apartment home and your home your dream one.

Furlenco:
In 2011, Furlenco was born to give everyone access to awesome furniture without any hassles. Plus, the complete freedom to use it for as long as they want or change it as per their needs.

Exclusive Announcement: Former Varroc Head of operations joins Sieger Tech as New COO

19th April 2024  Hyderabad: Sieger Tech, a leading name in the lithium battery industry, officially announces the appointment of Kuldeep Magiri as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO). Kuldeep, with extensive expertise in operations and manufacturing, is a vibrant force bringing invaluable proficiency to drive Sieger Tech’s growth trajectory.

In his previous role as Head of Operations at Varroc Group, a prominent motor manufacturing firm, Kuldeep’s track record is proof that his strategic implementations have significantly enhanced cost-effectiveness, operational flexibility, and customer satisfaction. With extensive expertise in the manufacturing and automotive sectors, Kuldeep’s leadership and strategic vision align with Sieger’s goals of innovation, sustainability and market dominance, in perfect harmony.

Sieger Tech has long been at the forefront of innovation in India’s lithium-ion battery and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) market. Establishing a full-scale R&D center in 2017 and pioneering state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities with a capacity of 100MWH,its prestigious research project for Indian Military Application in 2022 underscored its prowess. Guided by principles of quality, reliability, and productivity, Sieger Tech continues to capture significant market share, pioneer advancements in battery technology and solidify its position as an industry frontrunner with an additional manufacturing capacity of 0.1 GWH, totaling 0.6 GWH and scalable to 2 GWH per annum.

Commenting on the appointment, Sieger Tech’s CEOMr.GURU Prasanth Reddy remarked, “We are thrilled to welcome Kuldeep Magiri to the Sieger Tech family as our new COO. His proven track record in operations management and deep understanding of the manufacturing landscape make him the perfect fit to lead our operations to new heights.”

Kuldeep Magiri expressed his enthusiasm for the new role, stating, “I am honored to join Sieger Tech, a company known for its commitment to innovation and excellence. I look forward to collaborating with the talented team at Sieger Tech to drive operational efficiency and fuel the company’s continued success.”

With Kuldeep Magiri at the helm as COO, Sieger Tech is poised to strengthen its leadership position in the lithium battery industry. The company remains committed to driving innovation and customer satisfaction, ensuring a sustainable future through its sophisticated system for managing and maintaining batteries.
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Footprints Childcare Launches Industry-First AI Assistant with 98% Accuracy, Revolutionizing Early Childhood Education

New Delhi, India – 19th April 2024 : Footprints Childcare, India’s renowned preschool and daycare brand, today announced the launch of its revolutionary AI assistant, boasting an impressive 98% accuracy rate. This innovative technology marks a significant leap forward in early childhood education, empowering Footprints to deliver unparalleled care and transparency to parents.

Footprints’ new AI assistant offers a multitude of benefits for parents. The system can automatically detect situations where adult supervision is lacking in a classroom, triggering immediate alerts for teachers. Additionally, the AI can monitor cleaning schedules, ensuring a hygienic environment for all students. Parents will have access to real-time data on their child’s activities, including meals consumed, nap times, and bathroom breaks.

“At Footprints, we’ve always been driven by a deep commitment to leveraging technology to enhance the early learning experience for children,” says Raj Singhal, Co-founder and CEO of Footprints Childcare. “Our new AI assistant represents a major step forward in this mission. By automating critical tasks and providing real-time insights, we can ensure our students’ highest standards of safety and well-being while fostering greater peace of mind for parents.”

Footprints’ integration of AI technology underscores the brand’s commitment to continuous innovation within the early childhood education sector. With artificial intelligence, Footprints is setting a new benchmark for quality care that guarantees the best possible care for kids while encouraging greater transparency and confidence among parents.

Footprints Childcare’s AI solution addresses a critical need in childcare centers: ensuring the constant presence and supervision of adults. The system meticulously analyzes real-time video feeds, identifying rooms where an adult might be absent for even a short duration. This not only enhances safety but also acts as a deterrent to potential behavioral issues among children.

Cleanmax and Apple Partner to Accelerate Renewable Energy Adoption in India

Chennai, 19th April 2024 CleanMax (Clean Max Enviro Energy Solutions), a leading renewable energy provider in Asia for the Commercial and Industrial (C&I) sector, is thrilled to announce a landmark joint venture with Apple. This pioneering partnership aims to bolster renewable energy projects across India, marking a significant step forward in the nation’s green energy landscape.

As part of the partnership, Clean Max has successfully installed 14.4 MW of rooftop solar installations across six industrial sites in India. These installations are expected to mitigate around 207,000 tons of CO2 emissions throughout their operational life, underscoring Apple’s commitment to environmental sustainability.

By facilitating access to crucial renewable energy financing, the partnership is enabling industries to transition towards renewable energy sources and optimize their energy expenses. The initiative aims to accelerate the development of renewable energy projects across the country.

The collaboration is grounded in an innovative business model, where the environmental benefits accruing from the financed projects will assist Apple in addressing the emissions associated with its corporate operations in India.

In a post on the Apple newsroom, “To address its growing corporate operations in India, Apple has embarked on a joint venture with leading renewable developer CleanMax to invest in a portfolio of six rooftop solar projects with a total size of 14.4 megawatts. The added capacity provides a local solution to power Apple’s offices, its two retail stores in the country, and other operations in India. Apple first achieved 100 percent renewable energy for its global corporate operations in 2018.”

Apple also shared its commitment to its 2030 climate goal. “Clean energy and water are foundational to healthy communities and essential building blocks for a responsible business,” said Lisa Jackson, Apple’s Vice President of Environment, Policy, and Social Initiatives. “We’re racing toward our ambitious Apple 2030 climate goal while taking on the long-term work to transform electrical grids and restore watersheds to build a cleaner future for all.”

Kuldeep Jain, Managing Director of CleanMax, shared his excitement about the venture: “CleanMax is proud of its joint venture with Apple. Our mission is to be sustainability partner to corporates, and we consider this JV to be a big milestone in our journey. It showcases an industry-leading approach to the creation of green energy assets. The growing interest from other consumer brands in such joint ventures is a positive sign of the shift towards sustainability.”

As the country accelerates its transition towards a carbon-neutral future, corporations are at the forefront of contributing to India’s renewable energy targets while realizing cost savings and enhanced energy security. In this landmark shift towards sustainable business practices, Indian corporations are spearheading this paradigm shift.

Over the years, CleanMax has emerged as a key player in aiding corporations across Asia in achieving their sustainability objectives. With a robust portfolio of 2GW of operating renewable assets and a clientele exceeding 750 spanning various industries, CleanMax has demonstrated its commitment to facilitating the transition towards a more sustainable energy landscape. Through strategic partnerships and innovative solutions, CleanMax empowers businesses to reduce their environmental footprint and embrace carbon mitigation & renewable solutions as a catalyst for long-term sustainability and economic growth.

The collaboration between Apple and CleanMax symbolizes the importance of cross-sector partnerships aimed at addressing critical environmental challenges. It serves as a powerful example of how combined efforts can lead to innovative solutions that promote economic growth while prioritizing sustainability and carbon neutrality.

Pioneering Success: JIIF’s Incubation Cohort Programs Propel India’s Startup Revolution

India, 19th April 2024: JITO Incubation and Innovation Foundation (JIIF), one of India’s leading Incubator and Angel Networks, announces the launch of JITO Incubation Centre (JIC) Cohort 10. Following the success of Cohorts 8 and 9, applications for the Cohort 10 Incubation Program have commenced, with a submission deadline of April 30th, 2024. This program will be sector-agnostic.

JITO Incubation Centre, India’s premier incubator, is transforming the startup landscape with its impactful cohorts. Since its inception in 2017, the center has focused on nurturing new-age founders and continues to gain recognition for its successful cohort-based programs, consistently attracting numerous applicants for upcoming initiatives.

In a historic first, the center organized Cohort 8, a Women-Specific Incubation Program in September 2023, receiving 50 applications from across India. 25 women founders participated in a four-day bootcamp, culminating in the selection of three standout startups: Froodelite (D2C) offering caffeine-free fruit tea with unique rooibos-based flavor combinations; The Critical Thinking School (EdTech), India’s first career counseling platform without reliance on tests to guide a child’s career path; and Vigor E-Bike (Automobile), Rajasthan’s first E-Moto Bike startup developed by top IT-Tech and Automotive industry professionals for today’s youth.

Building on the success of Cohort 8, JITO launched Cohort 9 Incubation Program in February 2024, targeting young founders who are eager to build their startups. The program received over 60 applications from diverse sectors including D2C, SAAS, EV, Chemtech, and Deeptech, showcasing an exceptional drive to innovate and create a global impact. Among the top-notched applicants selected for the exclusive program were EvoraGreens (D2C), which is transforming the coffee experience with functional brews that offer delightful flavors and health benefits, and Jaipour Coffee (D2C), which provides exceptional coffee that evokes a sense of home with every exquisite brew.

The program also welcomed The Elefant (EdTech), India’s first toy rental mobile app revolutionizing play, and Loadsor (Logistics), a platform that connects stakeholders in the supply chain and provides visibility and insights into every operation. Additionally, SpaceAgeFood (D2C) is crafting healthy on-the-go snacks using advanced shelf-stable technology, and OrderAxe (Info & Comm) offers sophisticated cloud-based OMS and ERP solutions tailored for manufacturing, distribution, and retail businesses.

Rajat Mehta, Chairman of JITO Incubation and Innovation Foundation (JIIF), expressed pride about the achievements and said, “I’m thrilled with the success of our initiatives like Cohort 8 and 9, as they promote innovation and entrepreneurial excellence in alignment with the ‘Make in India’ initiative. We foresee that Cohort 10 will give a boost to our reputation, expand our network, facilitate knowledge exchange, spur ecosystem growth, and ensure continuous support for budding ventures.”

Vikash Kawar, Vice-Chairman, JITO Incubation Centre (JIC), said, “I’ve had the pleasure of witnessing the potential of India’s entrepreneurial ecosystem through our diverse range of supported startups. We’re proud to contribute to PM Modi’s dream of a ‘Viksit Bharat,’ and I believe our efforts will continue to attract investments and enhance the digital innovation in India.”

The incubation program spans 12 weeks and offers a wealth of benefits, including incubation and co-working facilities, technology and business mentoring, marketing, networking, and outreach. Participants gain access to national and international events for global exposure and collaboration with government grants and schemes.