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Polder Products, LLC, has been awarded a Chicago Athenaeum 2022 GOOD DESIGN Award for excellence in product design, quality, and innovation on two of their latest additions to Polder's innovative line of kitchen products.

OXFORD, Conn. - January 11, 2023 - (Newswire.com)

Polder received 2022 GOOD DESIGN awards for their Handle-It™️ Storage Canisters and Plush-Dry Expandable Dish Rack. Both items offer next-step innovation to the marketplace by delivering high quality, patent-pending features that address common household issues of limited space, efficiency, and ease-of-use. Original features ranging from an integrated handle design on the canisters to the dish rack's use of microfiber instead of a plastic drain tray, pair well with elegant design styling to deliver a variety of benefits in the kitchen.

Polder's Handle-It™️ Canisters offer a category-first integrated handle design for managing larger volume food storage. By cleverly integrating the handle into the square shape of the canister, it offers significant strength for carrying and pouring as well as space savings in the cabinet. The handle has a rubber grip cover for comfort and aids in managing larger volumes, where other industry offerings require two hands to hold. This is especially useful for older and less-able consumers.

The Plush-Dry Expandable Dish Rack offers both expandability and innovative use of materials to stand out in the market. The dish rack is compact in its primary form and perfectly manages smaller quantities of drying items while looking elegant enough to leave out on the counter as a home décor piece. When the need for more space arises, the rack can expand to allow for larger volumes and items like pots and pans.

The construction of the Plush-Dry dish rack centers on a machine-washable microfiber mat as the primary drying surface. The mat is extra thick and has a rubberized underside to absorb all drain off that occurs. The Plush-Dry is also more eco-friendly than the current paradigm of using large plastic drain trays. This, plus a non-rusting frame offers users a solution that removes undesirable plastic trays and the need to be directly next to the sink to drain and-dry.

About the Good Design Awards:

Now in its 75th year, Good Design remains one of the oldest and most distinguished design awards programs recognized for excellence worldwide. Founded in Chicago in 1950 by Edgar Kaufmann, Jr., Eero Saarinen, and Charles and Ray Eames, Good Design continues to honor the annual achievements of the best industrial and graphic designers, and world manufacturers for their pursuit of extraordinary design excellence.

Winners are selected from among thousands of submissions from the world's leading manufacturers and industrial and graphic design firms from around the world, representing the most important and influential corporations in the design industry from over 55 countries.

Contact Information:
Molly Smith
Associate Creative Director
molly@polder.com
203-888-9208 x232


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The new digital securities platform aims to service private companies and institutions pursuing access and efficiency to strategies across the spectrum of traditional and alternative assets.

NEW YORK - January 11, 2023 - (Newswire.com)

Aeonic Digital Assets ("Aeonic") announced today that it has joined R3's Venture Development program, the global enterprise technology and services firm's accelerator program for early-stage start-ups building on Corda. Aeonic will have full access to the benefits of the program, including extensive technical support, access to R3's ecosystem of VCs and mentors, and enterprise customer opportunities.

Aeonic is leveraging the Enterprise Edition of R3's Corda to develop an independent, state-of-the-art, regulated digital securities platform. This new market structure aims to harmonize access to alternative and traditional assets through security tokenization. It achieves this by mitigating known inefficiencies in settlement, transparency and liquidity across both private markets and institutional operations, such as collateral / treasury management, structuring and balance sheet optimization.

R3's Venture Development program has supported the growth of many production-ready start-ups that are building applications on Corda, ensuring that participants of the program have access to the tools and resources they need to scale successfully. R3 leverages its global network of 200+ start-up mentors, VCs, and service providers to add value to its start-up community.

"We are excited to be working with R3 in this new paradigm of the digitization of financial markets by developing the next generation of digital securities solutions. The new platform aims to provide safer access, interoperability and operational elegance; with programmatically compliant smart contracts and (much needed) regulatory governance and transparency," said Gregory Wagner, Founder and CEO of the Company.

David Vatchev, Global Head of Venture Development at R3, commented: "R3 is a leading provider of enterprise technology and services that enable direct, digital collaboration in regulated industries where trust is critical. Our venture development program ensures start-ups derive the greatest value from our technology, market expertise and connected ecosystem to shorten their time-to-market and accelerate go-to-market strategy. We are pleased to be working with Aeonic and supporting its use of Corda in shaping the future of the regulated digital securities market."

About Aeonic Digital Assets

Aeonic is re-imagining how private companies and institutions access, transact and settle alternative and traditional assets through development of a next generation, fully regulated, digital securities market structure. Aeonic's mission is to digitize and harmonize the world's alternative and traditional asset classes; making them accessible, tradable, transparent, secure and compliant to the global community.  

About R3

R3 is a leading provider of enterprise technology and services for the development of multi-party solutions that enable direct, digital collaboration in regulated industries where trust is critical. R3 provides distributed ledger and confidential computing platforms, capabilities, and services for the development and scaling of multi-party applications and ecosystem solutions.

Learn more at www.r3.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

This release includes forward-looking statements, which are based on certain assumptions and reflects management's current expectations. These forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results or events to differ materially from current expectations. Some of these factors include: general global economic conditions; general industry and market conditions and growth rates; uncertainty as to whether our strategies and business plans will yield the expected benefits; increasing competition; availability and cost of capital; the ability to identify and develop and achieve commercial success; the level of expenditures necessary to maintain and improve the quality of services; changes in the economy; changes in laws and regulations, includes codes and standards, intellectual property rights, and tax matters; or other matters not anticipated; our ability to secure and maintain strategic relationships and distribution agreements. Aeonic Digital Assets or its affiliates disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Contact Information:
Aeonic Digital Assets Contact
info@aeonic.digital

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r3@chatsworthcommunications.com


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Möve Marketing, the inbound marketing agency dedicated to accelerating growth for B2B tech startups, today announced its methodical growth to reach over $1M in annual revenue in 2022. ...

PORTLAND, Ore. - January 11, 2023 - (Newswire.com)

Scott's Cheap Flights, a travel service that has saved its 2+ million members more than $500 million on flights, has officially rebranded to Going.

"We knew it was time for a brand change that recognized both where we are today and could also grow with us into the future," said co-founder and CEO Brian Kidwell. "The name Going has this sense of motion and excitement to it that fits perfectly for a travel company like ours."

Going began as a modest hobby after founder Scott Keyes uncovered a $130 roundtrip ticket from NYC to Milan in 2013. But what started as a simple cheap flight email list for friends has now grown to a wraparound travel service, including a cheap flight search engine, multiple newsletters, and a soon-to-launch mobile app. With the company growing beyond just Scott and beyond just cheap flights, the timing was right for a rebrand.

"I work with 65 amazing people and none of them are named Scott," said Keyes. "Each week, we help thousands of people get unexpectedly cheap flights, and every time they write back to say 'thank you, Scott,' I feel supremely guilty! This company has dozens of people who deserve credit, not one person. While the name Scott's Cheap Flights worked great when it was just me, I'm even happier to be at a company we're all building together on our mission to help people travel the world, and that's Going."

Collaborating with the award-winning agency Design Studio and reviewing more than 3,000 names, Going emerged as the ideal name that satisfied the following criteria:

Speaks to travel: The new name had to speak to what the company does, but not in a tired or overly expected way. Names that included the words "travel" or "flight" were set aside in favor of one that conveyed the travel experience more broadly.

Timeless and borderless: The new name had to avoid short-term trends and industry niches, provide room to expand and experiment, and engage a global audience.

Memorable: It was crucial to take this opportunity to streamline and shorten our brand name to something that was easier to recall whether heard on local news or viewed on a billboard. No more "Scott's Cheap Travels" or "Steve's Cheap Flights."

Underscores the company mission: Above all else, it had to align with the mission to help people travel and experience the world. The name Going achieves that.

"While this is a big visual change, one thing that hasn't changed is the soul of this company," said Kidwell. "We'll continue putting travelers first, continue sending out incredible cheap flights, and we're excited to build even more ways to help people travel beyond what we can deliver in an email."

The rebranding effort will also include the long-requested introduction of a mobile app in the first half of 2023, including an interactive map of cheap flights available in real time. The app will be made available for both iOS and Android. In the coming months, Going will also expand their newsletter coverage and introduce Going for Teams, a bulk membership option for companies to strengthen their employee perks.

About Going

Since 2015, Going has helped our 2+ million members travel and experience the world. The company combines sophisticated software and human Flight Experts to discover flight deals and mistake fares up to 90% off. Unlike fully automated fare alerts services, our deal alerts pass a rigorous quality evaluation to ensure they're worth members' hard-earned money and limited travel time.

Going members save an average of $200 on domestic economy flights, $550 on international economy flights, and $2,000 on international business and first-class flights. Every month we receive thousands of testimonials from members who've scored a great deal thanks to our alerts.

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Contact Information:
Andrew Hickey
Senior Manager, Public Relations
andrew@going.com


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HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. - January 11, 2023 - (Newswire.com) SRIXO...

'The Retreat' in Kirkland is Surrounded by Walking Trails and a Park, Reconnecting Patients With Nature and Healthy Recreation.

BELLEVUE, Wash. - January 11, 2023 - (Newswire.com)

THIRA Health, a Bellevue, Washington-based mental wellness company, opened a new retreat to provide a peaceful home-like environment for adults who are receiving treatment at one of its facilities.

Known as PHP supportive housing, or simply "The Retreat" for adult THIRA participants, this cozy, private facility is located in an exclusive community in Kirkland, Washington. This location includes an exquisite, mid-century home surrounded by a park and numerous walking trails. The Retreat at THIRA is a restorative environment built to enhance relaxation and return to health through reconnection with nature and healthy recreation.

With the commitment to providing ample opportunities to recuperate and refresh, it is designed to support our adult participants while they attend expert-led treatment programs in Bellevue. Residents will spend serene evenings and peaceful overnight stays at The Retreat throughout their care with THIRA.

To help you gain more insight, features of The Retreat will include:

• 24-hour staff support
• Service for a maximum of six adults
• Service for individuals aged 18-65 years old
• Evening/overnight coaching and supervision

About THIRA Health

THIRA Health is led by a team of experts with collective experience exceeding 100 years and a dedication to helping people strive for a life worth living. Dr. Mehri Moore is our CEO and Dr. Kathryn Korslund is our CCO — both doctors guide a team of 80 clinical and support staff. THIRA Health provides partial hospitalization programming, intensive outpatient programming, medication management, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy to women, teen girls, and gender non-conforming individuals.

Contact Information:
Sarah Skoterro
Director of Business Development
sarahs@thirahealth.com
206-718-0866


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Lacher will leverage his experience building employee benefit programs to support LTI's growth in the insurance sector.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. - January 11, 2023 - (Newswire.com)

Let's Talk Interactive (LTI), a leading telemedicine solutions provider, today announces the appointment of Joe Lacher to the company's board of directors. An insurance and risk management professional with more than a decade of experience building successful employee benefit programs for national clients, Lacher will support LTI in cultivating relationships within the insurance sector as the telehealth firm expands its employee assistance program offerings.  

"I am delighted to welcome Joe Lacher to the board of directors," said Arthur Cooksey, founder, CEO and chairman of the board of Let's Talk Interactive. "As virtual care technology continues to impact new sectors, such as employee assistance and benefit programs, we are customizing our solutions to fit their unique needs. Our services reduce the cost to provide healthcare services, while increasing patient acquisition and revenue through improved access to care. Joe's track record in the industry and the relationships he has developed will support us in growing our client base in the insurance and payor space." 

Currently, Lacher serves as senior vice president of employee benefits at HUB International, the largest privately-held insurance brokerage firm in North America. His focus is to help navigate benefits to employees, incorporating the latest technology innovations and offerings at the best rate for clients. Before joining HUB International, Lacher was a managing partner at The Crichton Group in Nashville, Tennessee. Prior to its acquisition, The Crichton Group was the largest privately-held insurance brokerage firm in Tennessee. Lacher has been recognized as a leader in his company and industry over the last decade, winning multiple Top Sales awards and designations.

"Over the last decade, I have been migrating from manual to tech-focused benefits integrations. Throughout this time, I've witnessed the space evolve and really come alive," said Lacher. "I'm excited to join LTI's board of directors and introduce the firm's innovative software, hardware, and AI solutions into the broader healthcare technology benefits space."

Hailing from Memphis, Tennessee, Lacher attended the University of Tennessee and received a Bachelor of Science in microbiology. He has served in numerous board and advisory-level positions with several nonprofits and social services in Middle Tennessee, including Make-A-Wish, Habitat for Humanity, Monroe Harding Foster Care and Parenting, and others.

To learn more about Let's Talk Interactive's board of directors, visit https://letstalkinteractive.com/our-leaders. 

About Let's Talk Interactive

Let's Talk Interactive, Inc. (LTI) is an innovator in telehealth that has developed the most complete and configurable HIPAA-compliant telemedicine platform in the world. Through proprietary telehealth software, medical hardware, and provider network solutions, LTI gives those in need instant access to care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, the company ranked No. 496 on the 2022 Inc. 5000 annual list of fastest-growing companies. For more information about Let's Talk Interactive, visit www.letstalkinteractive.com.

Contact Information:
Caitlin Wolf
PR and Communications Executive, LTI
caitlin@letstalkinteractive.com
980-220-3777


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GORHAM, Maine - January 11, 2023 - (Newswire.com) White Rock Outboard ha...

Showcasing various programs for learning Korean culture, such as Hanbok, Korean Dishes, literature, traditional music, and K-Pop.

SEOUL, South Korea - January 11, 2023 - (Newswire.com)

The King Sejong Institute Foundation ("Foundation") announced the successful operation of the "Sejong Culture Academy," which provides high-quality Korean culture learning programs at 41 King Sejong Institutes in 22 countries in 2022.

Participants can learn Korean culture more systematically from highly renowned experts in each field by participating in the "Sejong Culture Academy" project hosted by the Foundation since 2016. Taught in-person until 2019, it briefly transitioned to contactless learning due to the global spread of COVID-19 but returned to in-person learning this year. The "Sejong Culture Academy" covers various topics from traditional culture, such as Gukak (Korean traditional music), Samulnori (Korean percussion music), and Hanji (Korean paper) Craft, to popular culture, such as K-Pop and K-Beauty. The classes are held 1-2 times a week, lasting 90-120 minutes each.

This year's "Sejong Culture Academy" showcased Korean culture learning programs in 19 areas, attracting more than 3,000 participants. Especially, the Center Vietnam King Sejong Academy operated the "Moving Sejong Culture Academy" to provide opportunities for local university students and Korean faculty or even middle and high school students to learn Korean culture.

Furthermore, the Foundation developed the "Sejong Culture Academy" general curriculum so that it can be operated more systematically in 2020. An advanced curriculum where students can systematically learn Korean Dishes, Traditional Plays, K-Style, and K-Pop in the field will also be developed.

"I can feel the increased demand for various aspects of Korean culture in many countries from the 'Sejong Culture Academy' thanks to the popularity of K-Wave content. I will systematically continue the 'Sejong Culture Academy' project so that foreign learners can understand Korean culture in depth," Chairman Lee Hae-young vowed.

Contact Information:
King Sejong Institute Foundation
Foundation
02)3276-0700


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