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Rick Wolf Inducted into the Fantasy Sports Writers Association Hall of Fame

Full Moon Sports Solutions

Full Moon Sports, a leading sports consulting company specializing in fantasy sports, sports betting and horse racing, is thrilled to announce that founder, Rick Wolf, has been inducted into the Fantasy Sports Writers Hall of Fame. The FSWA was founded in 2003 to be a voice for writers in fantasy sports. As an engineer, executive, and talent mentor, Wolf has dedicated his life to fantasy sports. Over the years, he has also been a publisher, writer, editor, and radio broadcaster on SiriusXM. Still, the FSWA inducted him for advocating for and mentoring content creators at CBS Sports, Rotoworld, NBC Sports, and Fantasy Alarm. Andy Behrens, President of the Fantasy Sports Writers Association, summarized: "Rick's induction into the FSWA Hall is long overdue and richly deserved. He's a pioneer in the industry with an extensive coaching tree and an accomplished fantasy sports player. Our Hall of Fame would not be complete without him." “To be honored by an organization that promotes the work of the most talented content creators feels like a dream, “ said Rick Wolf about the induction. “We are not done. Too many talented publishers, content creators, and broadcasters are not getting work and recognition. Full Moon is committed to advocating and mentoring as many of these geniuses as possible.” In 2010, the Fantasy Sports Writers Association established a Hall of Fame to recognize fantasy sports publishers, editors and writers who possess a distinguished body of work and/or those who have helped advance the careers of others in the fantasy sports industry. Wolf joins Greg Ambrosius, Matthew Berry, Ron Shandler, John Benson, Paul Charchian, Peter Schoenke, John Hunt, Ian Allen, and Emil Kadlec in being inducted into the Fantasy Sports Hall of Fame and the Fantasy Sports Writers Association Hall of Fame. For more information about Full Moon Sports or Rick Wolf, visit www.fullmoonsports.com. For more information about the FSWA, visit fswa.org. About Fantasy Sports Writers Association The Fantasy Sports Writers Association was founded in 2003 to be a voice for writers in the arena of fantasy sports. The organization strives to promote and acknowledge the hard work and dedication shown by fantasy sports writers throughout the industry. About Full Moon Sports Full Moon Sports is a premier sports consulting company specializing in fantasy sports, sports betting, and horse racing. Founded by Fantasy Sports Hall of Famer Rick Wolf, led by sports digital media pioneer Ed Bunnell, and with Horse Racing Industry stalwart Michael Zapin, Full Moon Sports provides comprehensive strategic and growth planning, turnkey product development, conversion market, business development, and fundraising assistance to help media companies and startups alike achieve their goals in the dynamic world of sports. Contact Details Full Moon Sports Edward Bunnell +1 310-994-4632 ed@fullmoonws.com Company Website https://www.fullmoonsports.com/

March 11, 2025 08:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

Avenue Z Names Whitney Hart as AI-Focused Chief Strategy Officer in Ambitious Move Driving PR and AI Optimization

Avenue Z

Avenue Z, the media and technology firm redefining digital influence, today announced the appointment of Whitney Hart as Chief Strategy Officer (CSO). Hart, a recognized innovator in emerging technologies, including blockchain and AI. Hart will drive Avenue Z’s proprietary AI Optimization (AIO) strategy, positioning the company at the forefront of the evolving search industry landscape. Hart’s expertise in technology-driven marketing, public relations, and digital transformation has made her a sought-after strategist for Fortune 500 brands, financial institutions, and Web3 pioneers. She has advised industry leaders, institutions, and governments on navigating digital disruption, leveraging AI and emerging technologies to secure competitive advantages. “AI is rewriting the rules of audience engagement, content creation, and content consumption, and the organizations that proactively manage their presence in and engagement with AI today will define the next era of influence.” said Whitney Hart, Chief Strategy Officer at Avenue Z. “Our team at Avenue Z is proactively thinking about how AI will fundamentally change not only content creation and consumption but also the broader financial, legal, and societal implications. I’m thrilled to join a team that is not just responding to change but shaping it through proprietary frameworks and proactive stewardship.” Before joining Avenue Z, Hart led high-profile initiatives across Web2 and Web3, serving as Executive Director of Feral File, where she pioneered digital art infrastructure and museum partnerships, and as Interim Chief Marketing Officer of Trilitech, where she was responsible for the Tezos blockchain brand and ecosystem. Jeffrey Herzog, Founder and CEO of Avenue Z, who originally pioneered SEO in 1998 with the founding of iCrossing, made Hart’s appointment a strategic move that cements Avenue Z’s leadership with a modern version of SEO, AI Optimization. “Whitney is a force multiplier—she sees around corners and understands where AI, finance, and culture converge,” said Herzog. “We began working on AIO at the onset of Avenue Z, and now, her expertise will accelerate our mission to help brands dominate in the new AI-driven search results.. The next wave of digital marketing belongs to first movers, and Whitney is a key architect of that shift.” Under her leadership, Avenue Z will expand its AIO (AI Optimization) capabilities, helping brands drive influence through AI-powered search engines, building reputation and revenue across all channels in an increasingly algorithm-driven world. “Digital authority is no longer just earned—it’s architected,” said Herzog. “We’re creating systems that don’t just react to AI’s evolution but actively shape how brands are discovered, positioned, and trusted in this new era.” Herzog added, “That’s why we’re making big investments on AI search and the future of influence. With Whitney leading strategy, Avenue Z is uniquely positioned to deliver an advantage that others haven’t even begun to understand.” Hart also serves on the advisory boards of Feral File and the Blaffer Art Museum and is a member of the Rhizome Council, embracing her love of art and AI, serving as a visionary in the cultural and technological space. For more information on Avenue Z, visit AvenueZ.com. Avenue Z is the leading marketing and communications agency pioneering AI optimization driving influence across all channels—from ChatGPT to The Wall Street Journal to TikTok. With 30 years of leadership in search and content marketing, we apply strategic communications, high-impact PR, performance media, and AI optimization to help companies build reputation and grow revenue through our proprietary, technology-driven approach. We are the agency for influence. www.AvenueZ.com Contact Details Avenue Z +1 407-637-2833 press@avenuez.com Company Website https://www.avenuez.com

March 11, 2025 07:54 AM Eastern Daylight Time

Shiba Inu’s Path to $0.01: Can Cardano-Based Meme Tokens and Cutoshi Provide Better Opportunities?

Cutoshi

Reaching $0.01 would require Shiba Inu’s market cap to surge 53,000%—a feat even meme magic might struggle to deliver. As SHIB battles volatility, investors eye alternatives: Cardano’s ecosystem and Cutoshi, a deflationary meme coin blending luck with DeFi utility. Can Cutoshi offer safer paths against Shiba Inu and Cardano toward lasting growth? Shiba Inu’s Uphill Climb Shiba Inu burned 1.1 billion tokens last week, spiking its burn rate by 7,000%. Yet Shiba Inu trades at $0.00001495, needing a $5.9 trillion market cap—triple Bitcoin’s current value—to hit $0.01. Analysts note Shiba Inu’s potential breakout via an inverse head-and-shoulders pattern, targeting $0.000081. But whales control 95.8% of Shiba Inu’s supply, creating centralization risks. Meanwhile, critics argue meme coins like Shiba Inu rely too heavily on social hype, a fragile foundation in bear markets. January 44% monthly drops highlight Shiba Inu’s vulnerability, pushing traders toward projects with tangible use cases. Cardano’s Bid for Relevance Cardano (ADA) lingers at $0.744, down 40% from December peaks. Founder Charles Hoskinson recently criticized Ethereum and Solana, touting Cardano’s Bitcoin integration as a $2 trillion opportunity. Partnerships with BitcoinOS aim to position Cardano as Bitcoin’s DeFi layer, yet adoption lags. While Cardano’s roadmap forecasts a 70% rebound, its ecosystem lacks meme token traction. Hoskinson’s dismissal of Solana’s scalability —calling it unsustainable under load—underscores Cardano’s focus on stability over viral trends. For meme enthusiasts, Cardano hence leaves a gap Cutoshi aims to fill. Cutoshi: Where Luck Meets Utility Cutoshi’s presale has raised $2,017,215.973, currently at $0.0487 per token, surpassing its Stage 5 goal. Unlike SHIB’s infinite supply, Cutoshi caps at 440 million tokens, burning 7% to boost scarcity. Its Ethereum-based ERC-20 token fuels a Multi-Chain DEX (0.25% fees), an academy, and NFTs—merging meme charm with DeFi functionality. The Lucky Cat lore, rooted in Chinese and Japanese myths, symbolizes prosperity: legends tell of a cat summoning wealth to a struggling temple via its beckoning paw. In contrast to Cardano and Shiba Inu, Cutoshi channels this mythos, offering NFTs to early holders and quest-based rewards to foster loyalty. Solidproof-audited smart contracts and a wallet supporting 20+ blockchains add credibility, while merch and gamified farming deepen community ties. Unlike Cardano’s tech-heavy pitch, Cutoshi balances education and engagement, targeting crypto newcomers and veterans alike. With burns and fixed supply, analysts liken its potential to Shiba Inu’s 2021 rally —but with Ethereum’s security and a roadmap avoiding Shiba Inu’s inflationary traps. Shiba Inu vs. Cardano vs. Cutoshi: Who’s to Claim 2025’s DeFi Leaderboards Shiba Inu’s $0.01 dream depends upon unrealistic market shifts, while Cardano’s rigid infrastructure struggles to court meme culture. Cutoshi, however, bridges both worlds: memes with purpose, scarcity with utility. Its Lucky Cat ethos—beckoning prosperity through DeFi tools—resonates in a market weary of empty hype. For those seeking alternatives to Cardano and Shiba Inu, Cutoshi isn’t just another cat meme; it’s a blueprint for sustainable growth. As SHIB whales gamble and Cardano builds, Cutoshi’s presale whispers: luck favors the prepared. Cutoshi Live, Learn More Below: Price: $0.0487 per $CUTO Supply: 440,000,000 tokens (ERC-20) Website: https://cutoshi.com Whitepaper: https://cutoshi.com/whitepaper Telegram: https://t.me/cutoshicommunity X (Twitter): https://x.com/CutoshiToken Cutoshi is a revolutionary meme coin inspired by the Chinese Lucky Cat and Satoshi Nakamoto’s teachings. It’s based on decentralization, privacy, and monetary freedom, embodying the blockchain's original purpose and ethos. Cutoshi has a vision - to introduce more people to cryptocurrencies and bring financial freedom to all who want it. Contact Details Camila Perez support@cutoshi.com Company Website https://cutoshi.com/

March 11, 2025 03:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Arzopa Introduces D10 Smart Photo Frame for Seamless Digital Photo Sharing

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The launch of the Arzopa D10 Smart Photo Frame brings an innovative approach to digital photo sharing, offering advanced features designed to enhance the viewing experience. This new device integrates modern technology with a sleek design, providing a seamless solution for displaying and managing digital memories. Advanced Digital Display Technology The Arzopa D10 Smart Photo Frame incorporates a high-resolution display that ensures images appear sharp and vibrant. Featuring a wide-angle viewing capability, the screen delivers consistent image quality from multiple perspectives. Adaptive brightness technology adjusts screen settings according to ambient lighting conditions, optimizing visibility in various environments. Wireless Connectivity and Remote Access Built-in Wi-Fi connectivity enables users to transfer images effortlessly without requiring physical storage devices. Cloud synchronization allows instant updates, ensuring the latest memories are always available for display. Remote access capabilities provide the ability to manage photos from anywhere, offering convenience in organizing and updating image collections. Smart Features for Enhanced Functionality Equipped with intelligent slideshow modes, the Arzopa D10 Smart Photo Frame supports customizable transitions, display intervals, and album organization. AI-powered image recognition helps categorize and sort images automatically, enhancing user experience by streamlining digital library management. The frame also includes video playback functionality, extending its versatility beyond static images. Multi-User Sharing Capabilities With multi-user functionality, multiple individuals can contribute images to a single frame, making it an ideal choice for family and collaborative use. Secure encryption ensures data privacy, allowing seamless and safe sharing of images across connected accounts. Compatibility with various cloud services and social media platforms enhances integration with existing digital ecosystems. Energy-Efficient Performance and Durability Designed with energy efficiency in mind, the Arzopa D10 Smart Photo Frame incorporates automatic sleep mode and motion detection to conserve power. Durable materials and a modern aesthetic ensure longevity while complementing different interior designs. The frame’s minimalistic yet functional structure makes it suitable for both home and office environments. Comprehensive Compatibility and Ease of Use Supporting multiple file formats, including JPEG, PNG, and MP4, the frame accommodates a variety of media types. A user-friendly interface ensures easy navigation, with touch controls and voice command capabilities further simplifying operation. The setup process requires minimal effort, allowing quick integration into daily routines. Availability and Market Reach The ARZOPA D10 Smart Photo Frame is now available through official distribution channels and online platforms. With a focus on accessibility, the product is offered in multiple regions, meeting the growing demand for digital photo-sharing solutions. About Arzopa Arzopa specializes in developing cutting-edge display solutions that combine technology with user-centric designs. Committed to innovation, the company continues to create products that enhance digital experiences through advanced engineering and high-quality materials. For more information, visit www.arzopa.com. Contact Details Arzopa Andrew Jackson olivia@arzopa.com Company Website https://www.arzopa.com

March 10, 2025 04:47 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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Lawrina Introduces Innovative Legal Tech to Streamline Contract Creation and Signing

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Lawrina ( lawrina.org ) a cutting-edge legaltech platform, has launched a new suite of intelligent tools to simplify contract creation and signing. With an interactive interview system, an intuitive PDF form editor, and Lawrina Sign for e-signatures, Lawrina provides a seamless, all-in-one legal solution for individuals and businesses. A Smarter Approach to Legal Document Management Handling legal paperwork can be complex and time-consuming. Lawrina’s latest tools eliminate manual edits and streamline workflows with: Interactive Interview System Writing contracts from scratch can be time-consuming and confusing. Lawrina’s interactive interview system makes it effortless by walking users through a step-by-step process. Instead of drafting agreements manually, users: Answer simple questions to generate a fully customized contract; Get legally accurate documents automatically, without guesswork; Ensure compliance with lawyer-reviewed templates. Built-In PDF Tool Beyond contracts, Lawrina offers an intuitive PDF tool for completing legal forms effortlessly. This built-in feature enhances document management by allowing individuals to easily fill in forms, add visual elements, and insert electronic signatures. To further support users, Lawrina provides comprehensive guidelines and help articles for every document template. These resources serve as practical instructions for filling out forms while also offering insights into the legal aspects of contracts and agreements. Lawrina Sign Electronic deals are now commonplace, and Lawrina Sign provides a safe and quick way to sign documents electronically. This tool makes sure that users follow all U.S. legal requirements when they digitally sign contracts and other legal documents. Individuals can quickly and easily finish contracts on Lawrina with just a few clicks, whether they are making new agreements or sharing old ones. Whether you're a business, freelancer, landlord, or just someone seeking a legal form, Lawrina's clever legal solutions simplify handling legal documents for everyone. Lawrina expedites and simplifies contract management with automation, digital signature, and easy editing, therefore benefiting everyone. About Lawrina Lawrina is an all-in-one legaltech platform designed to make legal processes simple, accessible, and efficient. With legally vetted templates, an interactive document builder, and a secure e-signature tool, Lawrina empowers individuals and businesses to manage legal matters with confidence. For more information, visit https://lawrina.org/ Contact Details Lawrina Ilona Riznyk marketing@lawrina.org Company Website https://lawrina.org/

March 10, 2025 04:39 PM Eastern Daylight Time

Charles Krasne, CEO of Krasdale Foods, Dies at 94

Krasdale Foods

Charles A Krasne, a pioneer in the grocery industry who presided over his family’s business, Krasdale Foods, for more than 50 years died on Friday, March 7. He was 94. Only the second CEO in the company’s 117-year history, Charles transformed Krasdale Foods from a local wholesaler and distributor into a fully integrated grocery servicer and supplier, forming the company’s retail arm, which provided all manner of support to independent grocers, including advertising, marketing, merchandising and business services. Under Charles’ leadership, Krasdale Foods became the largest voluntary supermarket group in the New York Metro Area via its banners C-Town, Bravo, Aim, Shop Smart and Stop 1, along with distributing to thousands of bodega and specialty stores. He also expanded the company’s footprint beyond its New York City roots. Today, Krasdale Foods serves independent grocery stores throughout the Northeast and Florida. Charles Krasne was born on September 12, 1930. After graduating from Yale and earning his MBA from Harvard, he worked briefly alongside his father at Krasdale Foods but soon left to take a position at IBM. It was there that Charles recognized the critical role computers could play in developing efficiencies at every level of an organization. When Charles returned to Krasdale Foods in the 1960s, he instituted an operational data processing and inventory management system that made the company one of the most efficient food distributors in the country, able to quickly turn over inventory while maintaining a 97% service level or fill rate. In 1973, Charles arranged for Krasdale Foods to move from its small warehouse to the brand-new facility at the Hunts Point Food Distribution Center in the Bronx, becoming one of the first tenants recruited by the city to the new site. Not long after, in the late 1970s, many large supermarket chains began moving out of New York, leaving a patchwork of small bodegas and grocery stores to fill the void. With the changed landscape, Charles recognized an opportunity to help these small business owners pool their resources to provide enhanced merchandising, marketing and business support, in addition to wholesaling and distribution. Charles unveiled the C-Town and Bravo banners while offering a wide-ranging business model that included providing financing and advising and arranging for services, including retail- technology, pricing, signage, etc. Throughout his many years at the helm of Krasdale Foods, Charles helped to empower hundreds of small business owners, many of whom were first-generation Americans who would go on to own multiple stores now run by their children and grandchildren. He also took pride in giving back to the communities where Krasdale operates, hosting beloved events and activities and partnering with organizations such as the Yankees Foundation, Food Bank for New York City, and DreamYard to support underserved communities. Even in recent years, Charles continued to evolve and expand the company. In 2002, after several longtime customers moved to Florida and inquired about opening new stores, Charles brought the Bravo banner to the Sunshine State. As CEO, Charles has been a strong mentor, helping to elevate future leaders. Throughout his tenure, he recruited some of the best and brightest talent in the grocery industry, including Krasdale’s President and COO Gus Lebiak. Under his leadership, Charles built an exceptional leadership team poised to ensure success for Krasdale and its customers for the next hundred years. Charles is survived by his four children, Fred (and Melissa Daley), Kenneth (and his fiancé, Cynthia Ramos), Thatcher (and Stacie) Krasne, and Kim Bacon, and seven grandchildren, Tess, Keira, Lily, Chloe, and Hudson Krasne, and Jeremy and Oliver Bacon. In addition, he is survived by his sister, Belle Ribicoff, and nieces Karen Wagner (and Dr. Jason Faller), Jane Wagner, and Dara Ribicoff. He was predeceased by his wife of more than 60 years, Ines Tamara Krasne, in 2018. He is also survived by his companion, Maria Velazquez. Services for Mr. Krasne will be private. Those wishing to honor Mr. Krasne’s legacy are asked to make a donation in his memory to NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center. Contact Details For Krasdale Foods Ray Hennessey, Vocatus rh@vocatusllc.com

March 10, 2025 11:47 AM Eastern Daylight Time

Centre for Neuro Skills Launches its First Advertising Campaign

Centre for Neuro Skills

Centre for Neuro Skills (CNS), a leader in traumatic brain injury and stroke rehabilitation services, has launched the company’s first advertising campaign in its 45-year history. The initial campaign, “Rethink Rehab,” is aimed at medical decision-makers, prospective patients and their families and will roll out across video digital platforms, social media and out-of-home advertising, bringing a fresh and engaging message to consumers. Designed to raise awareness of the CNS brand, its services and its impact, the campaign features dramatic, dark visuals that end on an inspiring note of hope for all that are recovering from brain injury or stroke. The campaign’s theme, “Rethink Rehab,” captures the essence of CNS’ mission to reduce disability and maximize independence, reinforcing its commitment to achieve the maximum quality of life for patients through brain injury rehabilitation. "With 'Rethink Rehab,' we’re redefining how we connect with our audience,” said Ben Ashley, Associate Vice President Marketing and Communications for CNS. "Through this multichannel campaign, we aim to raise awareness of the CNS brand, our services, and our impact within both professional and cultural contexts. We recognize that our audience is diverse and that our influence extends to medical decisions, countless patients and their families. Our ultimate goal is to increase access to our care by spreading knowledge about CNS, even before it is needed. This campaign embodies our brand’s passion for neurorehabilitation and brings it to life in an authentic, compelling way.” CNS employs a unique and individualized treatment approach that is transforming the understanding of effective neurorehabilitation programs for individuals recovering from brain injury and stroke. The creative agency behind the campaign is Moon Rabbit, an independent advertising agency with offices in New York, California and London. Their clients range from boutique to blue-chip and from consumer to biotech. CNS’ partnership with Moon Rabbit has enabled them to highlight this impact through a 30-second spot. The video begins with an inspiring journey of a mother as she perseveres through her brain injury recovery. It concludes on a positive note as she successfully regains control of her daily tasks and family life. Throughout her journey, our experienced and compassionate staff are there to guide her every step of the way. “‘Neurorehabilitation’ is a word only learned after a life gets fundamentally shaken. And yet, too often, the conversation in this space can feel detached & mechanical,” said John Tenaglia, Managing Partner, Client Services at Moon Rabbit. “Just as CNS brings humanity to their process, we aim to bring humanity to the conversation around what rehabilitation & recovery really look like.” This short film is just one component of our exciting new multichannel advertising campaign with Moon Rabbit, which includes digital banners, out-of-home promotions, social media placements, radio spots, and published advertorials. Key highlights of the campaign include: Multi-Platform Reach – The campaign will launch across social media, digital streaming, and radio and unique activations. Engaging Storytelling – The video begins with an inspiring journey of a mother as she perseveres through her brain injury recovery. It concludes on a positive note as she successfully regains control of her daily tasks and family life. Throughout her journey, our experienced and compassionate staff are there to guide her every step of the way. The campaign officially debuted on February 1, 2025. Consumers can follow the conversation using #[RethinkRehab] and view campaign content at www.neuroskills.com, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn or YouTube. For media inquiries, interviews, images or additional information, please contact: Robin Carr Landis Communications Inc. 415.766.0927 CNS@landispr.com *** About Centre for Neuro Skills Centre for Neuro Skills is an experienced and respected world leader in providing intensive rehabilitation and medical programs for those recovering from all types of brain injury. CNS covers a full spectrum of advanced care from residential and assisted living to outpatient/day treatment. Founded by Dr. Mark Ashley in 1980, CNS has seven locations in California and Texas. For more information about Centre for Neuro Skills, visit: www.neuroskills.com, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube. Media, please note: Visual assets, including photos, are available. To request an interview with CNS leadership or clinical staff, please contact Robin Carr at 415.766.0927 or CNS@landispr.com. # # # Contact Details Landis Communications Inc. Robin Carr +1 415-766-0927 cns@landispr.com Company Website https://www.neuroskills.com/

March 10, 2025 08:01 AM Pacific Daylight Time

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BridgeFT and ShellBlack Partner to Provide Multi-Custodial Data Aggregator Accelerator for Salesforce Financial Services Cloud

BridgeFT

BridgeFT, a cloud-native, API-first wealth infrastructure software company that enables enterprise wealth management firms, registered investment advisors (RIAs), turnkey asset management platforms (TAMPs), and Fintech innovators to deliver better, data-driven outcomes for their clients, announced today their partnership with ShellBlack, a leading Salesforce consulting partner specializing in wealth management solutions. The two firms have partnered to launch a Multi-Custodial Data Aggregator Accelerator for Salesforce Financial Services Cloud (FSC) on the Salesforce AppExchange. Powered by enriched multi-custodial data via BridgeFT’s WealthTech API, this innovative solution addresses one of the wealth management industry's most pressing challenges: unified total wealth data integration across multiple investment platforms. The Multi-Custodial Data Aggregator represents a significant advancement in wealth management technology, offering seamless integration with more than 900 direct feeds from major financial institutions, including Charles Schwab, Fidelity Institutional, Pershing Advisor Solutions and Interactive Brokers. “For many RIAs and wealth management firms, Salesforce FSC has quickly become the engine that connects the enterprise. By partnering with ShellBlack on this innovative new App, we are making it easier for financial institutions to link critical client and investment account information, transactional data, and CRM data seamlessly,” said BridgeFT Chief Commercial Officer Dave Hagen. “We are thrilled to be partnering with the ShellBlack team on this initiative, and we are excited to add them to our growing list of BridgeFT Marketplace partners that are reshaping wealth management technology.” Key features of the solution include: Automated synchronization of financial accounts, positions, balances, transactions, tax lots and more Household-level investment visibility Multi-tiered matching logic for accurate data integration Pre-configured reports and dashboards for enhanced business insights Unlike traditional portfolio management system connectors, ShellBlack's solution offers benefits that are unique in the industry, including tax lot synchronization and multi-provider data integration capabilities from hundreds of financial data sources. This comprehensive approach enables wealth management firms to streamline operations, enhance client service, and make more informed investment decisions. "Wealth management firms have long struggled with fragmented data systems and time-consuming reconciliation processes," said Shell Black, president of ShellBlack. "Our Multi-Custodial Data Aggregator eliminates these pain points by providing a single, comprehensive view of client investments directly within Salesforce FSC." The Multi-Custodial Data Aggregator supports data feeds from a broad spectrum of financial institutions, including custodians, banks, insurance carriers, and retirement plan providers, making it one of the most versatile solutions in the market. The solution is simple to configure, customizable, and integrates natively with Salesforce analytics and business process automation. BridgeFT and ShellBlack are unveiling a live demo of the Multi-Custodial Data Aggregator Accelerator during an upcoming webinar on Wednesday, March 26th at 2:00pm EST. Register for the webinar to see the accelerator in action. For more information about ShellBlack's Multi-Custodial Data Aggregator Accelerator, powered by BridgeFT, or to schedule a demonstration, visit shellblack.com/BridgeFT or contact info@shellblack.com. About BridgeFT BridgeFT is a cloud-native, API-first wealth infrastructure software company that enables financial institutions, FinTech innovators, TAMPs, and registered investment advisors to deliver better, data-driven outcomes for their clients. Our WealthTech-as-a-Service platform, WealthTech API, makes wealth management technology better by accelerating, simplifying and reducing the cost of app development and maintenance, so our clients can focus on delivering next generation wealth management applications and unique digital experiences that amplify their differentiators. Leading financial services firms and technology companies trust BridgeFT to power their digital wealth management ecosystems and automate critical back-office operations, seamlessly aligning multi-custodial data aggregation, advanced analytics and reporting, and application services to deliver truly personalized client experiences. For more information, visit bridgeft.com. About ShellBlack ShellBlack is a Salesforce consulting firm that equips clients to tap into the power and productivity of the world's leading customer relationship management (CRM) platform. With certified and tenured professionals across the United States, ShellBlack's technical expertise includes cloud implementations, marketing automation, data migrations, custom development, business process workflows, training and more. The firm is especially renowned for its targeted focus on wealth management, with more than 100,000 project hours delivered in this sector. Since 2010, the company has helped registered investment advisors (RIAs) of all sizes grow and succeed with Salesforce — including 40% of Barron's Top 20. Contact Details For BridgeFT Peter Page, Vocatus ppage@vocatusllc.com Company Website https://www.bridgeft.com/

March 10, 2025 10:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

New Report Details How School Districts are Reducing Chronic Absence for Students Experiencing Homelessness

SchoolHouse Connection

As the rate of homelessness rises nationwide, school districts are struggling to ensure students experiencing homelessness attend school regularly despite their challenges. A new report from SchoolHouse Connection and Attendance Works identifies creative strategies that districts are using to reduce chronic absence among this vulnerable group. A series of case studies released today highlight the best practices for identifying homeless students, tracking their attendance, and using community and state support to address barriers that keep them from getting to school. “Students experiencing homelessness are chronically absent at far higher rates than other students, and it’s essential that we bring them back to school,” says Barbara Duffield, executive director of SchoolHouse Connection, a nonprofit organization working to overcome homelessness through education. “The districts we feature are using data-driven approaches while bringing heart and compassion to serve these children, youth, and families.” “Essential to this work is bringing together a team of district staff members who support homeless students and those working on absenteeism,” says Hedy Chang, founder and executive director of the nonprofit Attendance Works. “Breaking down these silos within a district is so important if we are going to help homeless students attend school regularly,” she says. The key strategies include: Identifying students eligible for support. Federal law provides safeguards to help homeless students’ stay in school, but schools need to know who these students are. In addition to registration forms, districts are training attendance clerks, teachers, counselors and administrators to recognize the signs of housing instability. Some are visiting motels and RV parks to find students in need. Tracking and sharing attendance data. Districts are sharing real-time data with schools about which students are homeless and what their absenteeism rates look like. They are using data on chronic absence to drive timely action and ensure more coordinated action across departments and inform the work of attendance teams. Addressing barriers for homeless students. Transportation remains the biggest barrier for these students as sudden housing changes often leave them out of position for bus routes or walking to school. Districts are rerouting buses to motels where homeless families live, using car services with drivers vetted for safety and providing gas cards to families. They are also supporting students and families with other needs, such as food, clothing and mental health counseling. Tapping community and state resources. Districts are amplifying their work improving attendance for homeless students with help from community-based organizations and, in some places, state grants specifically for this population. Many use a Community Schools approach, that coordinates nonprofits and government agencies in supporting students. The districts featured in case studies include: Adams 12 Five Star Schools in Colorado Coalinga-Huron Unified School District in California Henrico County Public Schools in Virginia, and Kansas City Kansas Public Schools. The team also identified best practices being used by districts in Maine, Rhode Island and Washington state, as well as additional examples from California and Colorado. A SchoolHouse Connection-University of Michigan database provides chronic absence rates for homeless populations at the district, county and state levels, as well as Congressional district and state legislative district. Learn More: Read the case studies here Read best practices from six other districts Read the top 10 strategies Register for the March 13 webinar To learn more, contact Catherine Cooney, Communications Director, Attendance Works at catherine@attendanceworks.org or Barbara Duffield, Executive Director, SchoolHouse Connection at barbara@schoolhouseconnection.org SchoolHouse Connection is a national non-profit organization working to overcome homelessness through education. We provide strategic advocacy and practical assistance in partnership with schools, early childhood programs, institutions of higher education, service providers, families, and youth. Our vision is that children and youth experiencing homelessness have full access to quality learning, birth through higher education, so they will never be homeless as adults, and the next generation will never be homeless. To learn more, please visit schoolhouseconnection.org. Contact Details Barbara Duffield, (202) 549-7668 +1 202-549-7668 barbara@schoolhouseconnection.org Company Website https://schoolhouseconnection.org/

March 10, 2025 10:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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