26, Jun 2024
Telarus Announced as ChannelVision Visionary Spotlight Award Recipient
Sandy, UT, June 26, 2024 –Telarus is proud to announce that it has been awarded a 2024 ChannelVision Magazine Visionary Spotlight Award (VSA) for Telarus SolutionVueTM AI Quick Solution Assessment (QSA) in the Best Emerging Technology Breakthroughs 2024 category.
An annual competition, the VSAs highlight channel and service provider innovation in communications, honoring products, services, deployments, and channel contributions across numerous categories. Editors from Beka Business Media, as well as a panel of judges from independent industry resources, fielded hundreds of applications. Criteria included overall innovation, future industry impact, creativity, feature set differentiation, ease of use, and interoperability.
Telarus SolutionVue is an intelligent assessment platform that quickly matches a business’s short- and long-term priorities with technologies from a knowledge base of certified Telarus suppliers, removing the guesswork from initial sales conversations, and extending the value of available solutions delivered for the end-user. The SolutionVue AI QSA provides Telarus channel partners with self-guided discovery for existing and prospective customers in all the following AI areas:
· Customer self-service chatbots
· Real-time agent assist and knowledge suggestions for contact center agents
· Agent coaching and quality management for contact center managers
· Accent matching and auto-redaction
· Contact center performance insights and analytics
· Outbound communication management and automation
· Generative AI and intelligent business intelligence popular GTP engines (OpenAI, Gemini, Copilot, & Bedrock)
ChannelVision Magazine editors found Telarus SolutionVue AI QSA exemplifies rapid innovation within the communications industry, demonstrating a cornucopia of opportunities for channel partners to boost their roles as trusted partners for business success.
“Congratulations to all of our winners,” said Beka Business Media founder and ChannelVision Magazine publisher, Berge Kaprelian. “For a year that saw a record number of nominations, I can proudly say that all VSA recipients – spanning Overall Excellence, Business Technology and Service Provider Technology – have made outstanding strides that warrant distinction.”
“Telarus is excited to receive the ChannelVision VSA for SolutionVue,” said Jennifer Pockell Dimas, Chief Marketing and Experience Office for Telarus. “The AI QSA enables our technology advisors to have informed AI discovery conversations with their customers, resulting in near real-time technology and best-fit supplier recommendations. Our advisors use the tool to help them identify the right solutions for their customers and expand their deal sizes.”
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26, Jun 2024
Vistula Management Company Appoints Selena Vives as Chief Operating Officer
Toledo, OH, June 26, 2024 — VMC is pleased to announce the appointment of Selena Vives as their new Chief Operating Officer. Selena brings over 25 years of experience in the affordable housing sector and property management.
With a proven track record of leadership at major companies, Selena has successfully overseen large teams and spearheaded numerous initiatives aimed at improving operational efficiency and service quality. Her visionary approach and extensive expertise make her an invaluable addition to the VMC Executive team.
“We are excited to welcome Selena Vives as our new COO,” said Lisa Keller, Business Development at VMC. “Her deep understanding of the affordable housing sector, combined with her leadership experience, will be instrumental in driving VMC’s growth and enhancing our service delivery.”
Selena’s appointment underscores VMC’s commitment to strengthening its leadership team with seasoned professionals who share the company’s vision for excellence in property management. VMC looks forward to the innovative strategies and operational enhancements she will bring to the organization.
She will work diligently along with Kathleen Crowley and Tracey Franklin to bring exciting growth and opportunities to VMC’s already robust portfolio.
Kathleen Crowley, with over 20 years of experience in affordable housing and property management, brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her new role. Her strong skills in property management finance will be instrumental in driving VMC’s continued growth and success. We are delighted to have Kathleen in this leadership position and look forward to her contributions to the team.
Tracey Franklin, with over a decade of experience in the affordable housing sector, brings exceptional knowledge and expertise in compliance and operations.
Her extensive background in the Toledo, Ohio area has equipped her with the skills and insights necessary to excel in this role. Tracey’s commitment to improving housing affordability and her deep understanding of regulatory compliance will be invaluable as VMC continues to expand its housing initiatives.
“We are thrilled to have Tracey join our team,” said Selena Vives, COO at VMC. “Her experience and passion for affordable housing will play a crucial role in advancing our mission and serving our community effectively.”
VMC’s dedication to excellence is reflected in its ongoing efforts to strengthen its leadership team with industry veterans. And we look forward to the positive impact these three professionals will undoubtedly have on the organization and the communities it serves. Watch our website for exciting updates.
26, Jun 2024
HBCU Leggings’ Founder, Amina Hammond, Garners National Attention and Success
Beltsville, MD, June 26, 2024 –Amina Hammond, a proud 2006 graduate of Howard University’s Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts, is making significant strides with her innovative brand, HBCU Leggings.
Since its establishment, the company has been designing leggings, hoodies, tees, and blankets. According to Amina, “The 2020 election of fellow Howard graduate, Vice-President Kamala Harris was quite inspirational.”
In 2021, Amina applied for and received approval for licensing with Howard University. Subsequently, she sold over $75K in 2 weeks and donated $17K to the university. Building on this success, she obtained additional licenses for other HBCUs, and is now licensed with a total of ten prestigious institutions.
In a major achievement, HBCU Leggings has been approved for distribution in two major retailers, as well as in 13 HBCU campus bookstores. The brand has also been licensed with Delta Sigma Theta, allowing them to vend at the Eastern regional conference in August.
Looking towards the future, Amina has started an internship program for HBCU students that begins in June 2024. Additionally, she has completed her first large sponsorship with Tom Joyner Fantastic Voyage and Maria More, co-host on the Rickey Smiley Morning Show.
Excitingly, Amina will be doing a sponsorship at the end of June with Love Healthy at the BET Experience (BET Awards weekend), which will also include Maria More and other special guests to be announced.
Amina Hammond and HBCU Leggings continue to make waves in the industry, showcasing the rich legacy and pride of Historically Black Colleges and Universities. For more information, visit www.hbculeggings.com.
26, Jun 2024
Abhyasa School boys show all-round performance in all categories of Hockey competition
Hyderabad, June 26. 2024: Abhyasa Residential School Boys have shown a round performance in the Hockey Competition of A.P and Telangana Regional ICSE & ISC Schools Sports Meet-2024 held in the city. The school has emerged as champion by making a clean sweep of gold medals in all three categories in the Hockey competition. Abhyasa has won in U-14, U-17 and U-19 categories in the Hockey competition of AP and Telangana Regionals-2024-25 conducted at the NASR Boy’s School- Gachibowli in Hyderabad.
The school’s U-14 team won gold beating Future Kids School- Hyderabad with a score of 4-0. The U-17 team has won gold beating The Hyderabad Public School- Hyderabad with a score of 1-0. And the U-19 team has won gold beating NASR School with a score of 3-0.
The Association of ICSE and ISC Schools of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana Region conducted the competition. The competition was tough.
26, Jun 2024
Inner Power Partners Celebrates Strategic Partnership with Better Business Bureau
Boca Raton, FL, June 26, 2024 — Itz Why® LLC, doing business as Inner Power Partners®, is thrilled to announce a strategic partnership with the Better Business Bureau® (BBB). This collaboration, initially formed on March 8, 2024, was celebrated on Friday, June 21, 2024, in a grand event that brought together members from both organizations.
Inner Power Partners® is a membership community built on a people-first culture, empowering members as individuals, fostering supportive relationships, and enabling them to grow and succeed through a collaborative community. The Better Business Bureau®, a nonprofit organization established in 1912, is dedicated to promoting marketplace trust and helping people make informed buying decisions. The BBB® provides a range of services, including business profiles, advertising standards, ratings, consumer complaints, and consumer education.
Partnership Highlights:
● Empowering Communities: This partnership aims to provide professional members of both organizations with opportunities and access to tools to live a quality lifestyle while achieving great business success.
● Celebration of Collaboration: The partnership was celebrated on June 21, 2024, marking the beginning of a collaboration that will offer members tools and channels to expand their reach and achieve success.
● Initial Focus: The initial phase of the partnership will focus on joint initiatives designed to enhance member benefits and foster a supportive community for personal and professional growth.
About Better Business Bureau®:
● Business Profiles: The BBB offers over 5.3 million BBB Business Profiles to help consumers identify trustworthy businesses.
● Advertising Standards: The BBB sets standards for and evaluates thousands of advertisements each year to ensure honesty and transparency.
● Ratings: The BBB rates companies on a scale of A+ to F, based on their trustworthiness and performance in areas such as complaint history and marketplace conduct.
● Consumer Complaints: The BBB facilitates dispute resolution services, acting as a neutral party in mediations and providing low- or no-cost arbitration when appropriate.
● Consumer Education: The BBB provides educational programs to help businesses adopt best practices and consumers make informed decisions.
Quotes from Leadership:
“People don’t buy what you do, they buy who you are. You don’t have to allow stress to prevent you from being your most productive self.” — Lynn Lessell, CEO/Founder, Inner Power Partners®
The BBB is thrilled to form a partnership with IPP®, we believe that partnering with community organizations such as IPP® is the best way to make a meaningful impact in the business community of South Florida.
Cinthya Lavin, VP of Communications and Community Engagement, BBB.
This partnership underscores a commitment to meeting the needs of consumers and businesses through cooperation and open communication. Together, Inner Power Partners® and the Better Business Bureau® are poised to create a robust community where members can thrive both personally and professionally.
26, Jun 2024
The Convergence Foundation co-hosts a landmark conference on ‘Creating Systemic Impact’
Bengaluru, 26th June 2024: The Convergence Foundation, in collaboration with Rohini Nilekani Philanthropies, Centre for Exponential Change, and India Impact Sherpas (knowledge partner), hosted a landmark conference on ‘Creating Systemic Impact’, bringing together development practitioners, thought leaders and philanthropists to focus on the practices and enablers of systems change.
Organizations that adopt the systems change approach—System Support Organisations (SSOs)—work closely with governments at both the central and state levels to create large-scale impact by addressing the root causes of problems rather than applying quick fixes or band-aid solutions.
In the keynote address by Rohini Nilekani, Chairperson of Rohini Nilekani Philanthropies, she emphasized, “This decade is one of the most critical decades in human history, demanding inclusive and exponential social change. We have the best chance ever now to create a different future than is feared. But for that, we need risk capital deployed strategically and urgently to reduce the friction between Samaaj, Sarkaar, and Bazaar, and unlock the true potential of each. Philanthropists and foundations must step forward NOW! Let’s think bigger, be bolder in our collaborations, and place better bets on leaders who are invested in systemic change.”
A highlight of the conference was a panel discussion on ‘Unlocking Funding for Systemic Impact’, moderated by Praveen Khanghta, Head of Strategy and Investments at The Convergence Foundation. The panel featured esteemed speakers including Murugan Vasudevan, CEO of Veddis Foundation; Shruti Shibulal, CEO and Director of Tamara Leisure Experiences; Srikanth Viswanathan, CEO of Janaagraha; and Sumit Tayal, CEO of Give India.
Bikkrama Daulet Singh, Operating Partner at The Convergence Foundation, while emphasising the urgent need to unlock funding for systemic impact, stated, “The systems change approach holds the highest potential for transformative change. Philanthropists seeking maximum return on investment should prioritize supporting organizations that collaborate with governments to achieve scalable and sustainable results. It is crucial for philanthropists and system orchestrators to learn, reflect, and continuously align their efforts to maximize their collective impact.”
The conference also featured the unveiling of Sanjay Purohit’s book, Think Sustain, the third instalment in the Think book series. The book was launched by Rohini Nilekani. Alongside Think Scale and Think Speed, Think Sustain aims to inspire change that leads to impactful transformations. These Think books serve as companions in the journey to achieving impact at scale.
Sanjay Purohit, the author, CEO, and Chief Curator of Centre for Exponential Change, expressed his gratitude at the conference, saying, “C4EC is an emerging space for co-creation and collaboration bringing together system orchestrators, diverse enablers, and influencers to enable exponential change journeys. The reason why we co-founded this Centre is because we know that the exponential change journey is long and winding and we all need to come together to inspire these ripples of change. Like we strive to conserve natural systems (such as coral reefs and rainforests) that sustain the health of our planet, we must strive to enable system orchestrators, who ensure the health of our society.”
The conference marked a significant step towards fostering collaboration and innovation in addressing India’s complex challenges at scale. The commitment and insights shared by the participants underscored the potential of systems change to drive sustainable and impactful development across India.
26, Jun 2024
Pioneers of the 70 years of Voluntary Blood Donation in India
26th June 2024 Bangalore, Karnataka, India WHO is celebrating World Blood Donor Day on June 14th with a theme – “20 years of celebrating giving: thank you, blood donors”. However, India pioneered this initiative 70 years ago in 1954 by Mrs. Leela Moolgaokar, Padma Shri receipt for her commendable work in Voluntary Blood Donation. Rotary Bangalore TTK Blood Centre proudly recognizes “70 years of celebrating giving: thank you, blood donors!”
The first records of voluntary blood donation initiatives in India can be traced back to 1942, during the time of World War II when the first blood bank was established in Kolkata, West Bengal to take care the blood needs of those injured in the battlefield. Employees Government and industrial houses volunteered to donate blood for this humanitarian cause. But this enthusiasm waned once the war ended.
A decade passed by till Mrs. Leela Moolgaokar, a renowned social worker, and one of the pioneers in voluntary blood transfusion, initiated a blood donation drive in Bombay (now Mumbai), inspired by her son’s injuries, from 1954 onwards. For her work in voluntary blood transfusion services in India, she was awarded the Padma Shri in 1963.
The 1960s showed expanding efforts — Kolkata (Jadavpur University), Ahmedabad and Delhi (Red Cross Societies) and Chandigarh (Blood Bank, PGI along with a group of voluntary social workers, Blood Bank Society).
In 1971, Prof. J.G. Jolly, a physician and professor of the Department of Transfusion Medicine, took up the movement to further heights by spearheading the movement against professional blood donors. Motivated by this, Ms. Kanta Sarup Krishen along with like-minded friends established the Blood Bank Society Chandigarh (BBS) and worked for the cause of voluntary blood donation. She was also the founder and secretary general of the Indian Society of Blood Transfusion and Immunohematology (ISBTI), a post she held for 45 years.
In 1973, Dr. Shanthi Ranganathan, today is known more for her work in the area of de-addiction, started Madras Voluntary Blood Bank to mobilize voluntary blood donation to support the blood needs of Government Hospitals in Chennai.
26, Jun 2024
Explore Father’s Day Gifting Options; Buy Using the Bajaj Finserv Insta EMI Card
26th June 2024 Pune, Maharashtra, India Father’s Day is fast approaching and finding the perfect gift can sometimes be challenging. The Bajaj Finserv Insta EMI Card on Bajaj Markets, a digital marketplace, offers a unique advantage for those looking to gift something special to their dads. Whether it’s the latest smartphone, a high-definition television, or cutting-edge appliances, buying on EMI has never been easier.
Here are some of the features and benefits of using a Bajaj Finserv Insta EMI Card:
- Over a million products ranging from electronics, and appliances, to furniture and more, are available for purchase at no-cost EMI
- One can buy their favorite products from any of the nearest partner stores across 4000+ cities in India
- Users can enjoy a flexible repayment tenor of up to 60 months
- A pre-approved loan limit of up to Rs. 3 Lakhs allows for a hassle-free shopping experience
- Individuals would incur zero foreclosure charges in case they choose to pre-close the loan
Bajaj Markets, as a marketplace, offers a user-friendly experience to apply for the Bajaj Finserv Insta EMI Card online. Shoppers can make this Father’s Day special without any compromise on finances. Alongside, one can find a wide range of financial products and investment tools here. Investors can start their financial journey by visiting the Bajaj Markets website or app.
26, Jun 2024
Destination Japan- A Japa n-Focused Skill Development Program Attracts Japanese MNCs & Universities to SRM University-AP
26th June 2024 Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh, India SRM University-AP, with its uniquely curated “Destination Japan” program for its highly skilled Engineering & Non-engineering Students, is an initiative by the university to address the growing demand for human resources in Japan. The “Destination Japan” program provides well-equipped engineers with valuable industry skills and well-acquainted with Japanese culture. Under the program, students are trained in the Japanese language, Japanese traditions, and work culture from the first year onwards, which helps them easily assimilate into the country’s workforce. The initiative also welcomes reputed companies from Japan to directly hire skilled engineering graduates from core engineering fields to enhance their manpower.
SRM University-AP has also signed MOUs with multiple universities in Japan for faculty & student exchange programs, collaborative R&D projects, Hi-tech & innovative labs and other academic initiatives complementing the “Destination Japan” program.
To further enhance this mutual alliance, the Director of Corporate Relations & Career Services of SRM University-AP, Dr Vivekanandan M S, has visited prospective companies and industries in Hamamatsu, Japan, during which he presented the stellar record of engineering graduates being nurtured at the varsity and the possible partnership for recruitment and employment.
SRM University-AP has also signed an agreement with the Shizuoka Government to foster Indo-Japanese academic and recruitment partnerships. These partnerships enable internships in Japanese organizations, admissions to universities for higher studies, and good career placement opportunities for their students in Japan.
Under the “Destination Japan” program, direct campus recruitment has begun with the visit of recruitment teams from two reputed Japanese companies, Forum Engineering Inc. and CRESCO Ltd., to hire proficient engineering graduates. This is a remarkable accomplishment for the university to ensure international placements for its students.
A recruitment team of four from CRESCO Ltd., including the Managing Executive Officer, and a team of two from Forum Engineering Inc. visited the university campus. The team included engineers, HR Managers and other professionals.
Many more Japanese companies are lined up for campus visits & recruitment in the coming months.
In an interaction with the recruitment teams from Japan, Mr Satoshi Iwami, Managing Executive Officer of CRESCO, remarked, “As we are facing a shortage of IT engineers not only in our company but all over Japan, and with the SRM AP harbouring excellent IT engineers, we decided that an alliance would greatly benefit both parties.”
Ms Saho Funahashi, UI/UX Designer at CRESCO, said, “The students’ Japanese skills have impressed me. SRM University-AP has helped students understand the practical way of studying engineering through its impressive resources. This would greatly benefit them in a techno-driven country like Japan.”
Mr Mitsutaka Sekino, Operating Officer of Forum Engineering and Director of Cognavi India, is very impressed with the excellent students he has hired from the university, their proficiency in Japanese, and their work ethic.
He said, “Japan’s declining population will hurt the Japanese economy, but recruiting talented engineers from SRM AP and expanding this trend will greatly contribute to Japanese companies and the Japanese economy.”
Mr Masahiro Koizumi, Senior Operating Officer of Forum Engineering and Managing Director of Cognavi India, said, “Forum Engineering came to India to recruit highly skilled engineers, secure excellent human resources, and energise existing employees by hiring its first non-Japanese. We are also looking forward to working with Forum Engineering’s clients.”
In addition, Forum Engineering’s clients, Japanese electrical and mechanical equipment manufacturers, are facing a shortage of engineers and are looking for help solving this structural problem.
This program is guided and driven by SRM Global Consulting Private Limited, a consulting company of SRM Group established in Japan. Speaking on this, Mr Sankar Karunanidhi, Country Manager, SRM Global Consulting, mentioned, “SRM Group has had a long-standing relationship with Japan for over 25 years. This association has helped us design this unique program and training for our university students.”
This flagship initiative by SRM University-AP is helping Japan alleviate its labor shortage in various industries. Highly skilled graduates from India can get lucrative placements in Japan, ensuring a good work-life balance and career growth opportunities. SRM University-AP, continuing its success of placing students in Japan with the dedicated program and the team behind Destination Japan, envisions placing a minimum of 120 Highly Skilled students in Japan year-on-year.
Vice Chancellor of SRM University-AP, Prof. Manoj K Arora, said this remarkable venture by the two parties would enrich the student’s academic experience, molding them into global citizens with exceptional industry acumen. “We have established a prolific alliance with Japan. We plan to extend our collaborations to place our students in Taiwan, Canada, Germany, and other European countries,” stated the head of the institution.
The continuous dedication and support from the team’s leading both nations guarantee prospective Indian graduates a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to secure their dream careers in Japan.
26, Jun 2024
Uniproducts Ventures into Railways Sector with Thermal and Sound Insulation Solutions for Vande Bharat Coaches
26th June 2024 New Delhi, Delhi, India Uniproducts, a leading provider of advanced insulation solutions, is proud to announce its partnership with Integral Coach Factory (ICF) of Indian Railways to supply thermal and sound insulation parts for the prestigious Vande Bharat Express project. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in Uniproducts’ journey towards serving the nation with cutting-edge technological solutions.
The Vande Bharat Express, renowned for its speed, safety, and comfort, is a flagship project under the Indian Railways’ modernization plan. By integrating Uniproducts’ state-of-the-art insulation technology, these trains will offer an even quieter and more temperature-controlled environment, enhancing passenger comfort during long journeys.
“We are thrilled to partner with Integral Coach Factory for the Vande Bharat project,” said Mr. Sunil Pahilajani, CEO of Uniproducts India at Uniproducts. “Our advanced thermal and sound insulation solutions are engineered to meet the stringent requirements of modern high-speed trains. This collaboration underscores our capabilities in delivering high-performance products and our dedication to supporting the Indian Railways in its mission to provide world-class travel experiences.”
Uniproduct insulation parts are designed to arrest heat and noise levels, ensuring a comfortable and health-friendly environment for passengers. The company’s technological strength and cost efficiency were instrumental in securing the development order from the Integral Coach Factory.
With production already commenced, Uniproducts is committed to delivering these insulation parts promptly, aligning with the development and delivery timeline set by the Integral Coach Factory. Moreover, Uniproducts’ insulation products are not only high-performance but also sustainable and environmentally friendly, contributing to the long-term goals of reducing carbon footprint.
Beyond the railway sector, Uniproducts sees potential applications for its insulation technology in industries such as automotive, metro, and more. This collaboration with Indian Railways not only signifies business growth for Uniproducts but also reinforces its commitment to serving the nation with innovative, made-in-India solutions.
