Monthly Archives: March, 2023
Core States Group Expands Its Footprint With Allentown, PA, Location
520 Lofts on Hamilton Street | Allentown, PA
Core States Group's new office will open April 2023 at 520 Lofts on Hamilton Street, a mixed-use building designed by Bernardon, a division of Core States Group. (c)2023 Don Pearse Photographers, Inc.
AMBLER, Pa., March 15, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Core States Group, a nationally recognized firm that designs, builds, and manages multi-site programs and build-to-suit projects for some of the world's most notable brands, has announced their expansion into Allentown, PA. Core States Group's new office will open April 2023 at 520 Lofts on Hamilton Street, a mixed-use building designed by Bernardon, a division of Core States Group.
Core States Group's expansion into Allentown, the third-largest city and fastest-growing region in Pennsylvania, will be their fourth office in the state and 21st location in North America. This new location will allow for continued expansion of Core States Group's integrated divisions and service delivery throughout the region and nationally.
Along with the success of 520 Lofts - which was nationally recognized in 2019 for its outstanding architecture, creativity, and inventiveness by Multifamily Executive magazine - Core States Group has been involved with multiple programs for nationally known convenience store, retail banking, and restaurant brands as well as more than 30 projects in the Lehigh Valley, which include transformative developments such as 1010 Apartments, Cityplace South, Morning Call redevelopment, The Hive, The Gallery, Walnut Street Commons, and the Walnut Street Parking Garage.
"I am proud of the contributions the Bernardon team has made in the revitalized landscape of Allentown and the surrounding Lehigh Valley," said D. David Dugan, President and CEO, Core States Group. "The decision to expand was a logical next step for us as we continue to create a world where all environments improve everyday life."
About Core States Group
Core States Group is dedicated to creating a world where all environments improve everyday life. Through its signature integrated approach, the company's divisions deliver architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, engineering, program management, construction, energy, signage and branded environments, and technology solutions. With 21 offices throughout the United States and Canada, Core States Group designs, builds, and manages multi-site programs and build-to-suit projects in the corporate, education, energy, financial, fueling, hospitality, housing for aging, multi-unit, restaurants, and retail markets. Core States Group's ability to provide seamless continuity, drive speed to market, and facilitate a remarkable client experience has been recognized on top lists throughout the industry. For more information, visit www.core-states.com.
Contact Information:Joanna Arfsten
Marketing Manager
jarfsten@core-states.com
(813) 867-3742
Original Source: Core States Group Expands Its Footprint With Allentown, PA, Location
World’s Largest Grower of Distinctive Leafy Greens Shares Smart Farming Initiative
FELLSMERE, Fla., March 15, 2023 (Newswire.com) - As National Agriculture Week approaches, B&W Quality Growers (B&W) is proud to share its Smart Farming Initiative and the practices implemented to grow healthy products sustainably and naturally. With over 150 years of experience, B&W provides 100% natural watercress, arugula, and spinach on a year-round basis.
This annual availability is achieved by actively taking advantage of each of its eight farms' peak growing seasons. But following the sun has passive and environmental benefits too. Because each farm can recharge naturally in seasonal rotation, there is a reduced need and use of chemicals. By utilizing this system, B&W has reduced its chemical usage by over 50% in the past 10 years.
With B&W's primary product being watercress - a rapidly growing perennial plant that grows in waterbeds - a high sustainable priority is its water conservation efforts. To limit runoff and save valuable water resources, B&W utilizes a water recirculation system in each of the waterbeds that makes all the water used on the farm reusable. B&W is net zero for water waste.
As a grower that harvests, packs, and ships in-house, B&W's sustainable practices go from farm to facility. Its product bags are from recycled materials and are recyclable, and since switching from wax-coated cardboard, B&W's shipping and food service boxes are recyclable as well.
B&W Quality Growers' mission is to provide the highest quality and flavor of distinctive leafy greens, but it has a passion to do so sustainably and ecologically. For more information about B&W's Smart Farming Initiative and watercress, visit bwqualitygrowers.com.
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About B&W Quality Growers
With over 150 years of experience, B&W Quality Growers is the largest grower of distinctive leafy greens, including watercress, arugula, and spinach. B&W has farms in eight states and provides the highest quality of healthy flavorful greens to wholesale, retail, and foodservice across North America. For more information, visit bwqualitygrowers.com.
Contact Information:Ruth Bozeman
Director of Marketing
ruthbozeman@watercress.com
Original Source: World's Largest Grower of Distinctive Leafy Greens Shares Smart Farming Initiative
Dynamic Media Introduces Comprehensive 2023 Background Music Buyer’s Guide
2023 Background Music for Business Buyer's Guide
SiriusXM Music for Business and Soundtrack Your Brand Named 2023 Top Picks for Best Background Music Platforms
DETROIT, March 15, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Dynamic Media, the world's largest reseller of licensed background music for businesses, has released its 2023 Background Music Buyer's Guide. The guide is a comprehensive resource that makes it easy for companies to choose the right background music service for their unique needs.
The 110-page resource is the most complete guide ever written for the background music buyer and is available for free download on the company's website for a limited time.
Dynamic Media Co-founder and CEO Ryan Santangelo, Ph.D., led the six-month research effort with the support of a team of developers, consultants, and industry experts. The Dynamic Media research team drew on 20 years of industry experience working with over 50,000 brands across 45 countries to create the report.
They prepared the 2023 Buyer's Guide using expert interviews, direct customer feedback, analysis of industry data and trends, and comprehensive hands-on testing of every product and feature. The research focused on practical factors businesses should consider when shopping for a background music service. These factors ranged from simple elements like player options to deeper enterprise considerations like AI integration, network security, and central management capabilities.
"Our mission from the outset was to create a simple, easy-to-use resource that managers could access to help guide the background music decision process," Santangelo said.
"We wanted to create a guide that would be useful for both small businesses seeking a turnkey solution and large enterprises and franchise organizations seeking highly customized and scalable options," he said. "We're proud to say that feedback from our users indicates that we have succeeded in this goal."
The 2023 Buyer's Guide used selection criteria to distill the market from over 30 competitors to the top six providers:
- SiriusXM Music for Business
- Soundtrack Your Brand
- Mood Media
- Pandora for Business
- Cloud Cover Media
- Rockbot
These providers stood out for their industry experience, user-friendly platforms, and reputations as tier-one providers, among other factors. The Buyer's Guide offers detailed reviews and comparisons of each provider, including pricing, features, and customer support, to help businesses make informed decisions.
While all six music providers have their strengths, the Buyer's Guide did not identify all of them as recommended options. Only two providers, SiriusXM Music for Business and Soundtrack Your Brand, were awarded the 2023 Top Pick status for their exceptional performance in the SMB and Enterprise categories, respectively. The remaining four providers were not recommended due to limitations in their music platform or their company's service and support capabilities. This information highlights the importance of carefully evaluating each provider's offerings to ensure you choose the right option for your business needs.
2023 Buyer's Guide Top Picks
Small-to-Medium Business Category
SiriusXM Music for Business was named the best small business service, offering a professional and easy-to-use music experience for companies that do not need playlist building or customization. According to the guide, this service is ideal for small to medium businesses seeking a turnkey solution that delivers high-quality streaming music and reliable customer support.
Enterprise and Franchise Category
Soundtrack Your Brand was named the best enterprise business service, offering fully interactive song-by-song playlisting, drag-and-drop Spotify integration, comprehensive AI-generated playlists, central control, and real-time management of the music experience. This service is ideal for any business or franchise organization seeking a highly customized and scalable solution that can adapt to different business needs and use cases.
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About Dynamic Media
Dynamic Media is a 19-year veteran of the background music industry and the world's largest reseller of licensed background music, in-store audio messaging, playlist curation, and commercial audio systems. The company resells and supports most major services, including SiriusXM Music for Business, Soundtrack Your Brand, Mood Media, PlayNetwork, and others. Dynamic Media manufactures hardware under the DM Commercial Audio brand and provides full-service installation, program management, and on-site technical support to all U.S. zip codes and Canadian provinces. The company is passionate about creating meaningful customer experiences that connect the power of music to the hearts of listeners, inspiring and motivating them. To learn more, visit the Dynamic Media website or call 586-684-7050.
Company Websites and Branded Websites
Dynamic Media Corporate Website: https://DynamicMediaMusic.com
SiriusXM Brand Website: https://SXMBusiness.com
Soundtrack Your Brand: https://DynamicMediaMusic.com/SYB
Ryan Santangelo, Ph.D.
Co-Founder and CEO
media@dm-us.com
586-684-7050
Original Source: Dynamic Media Introduces Comprehensive 2023 Background Music Buyer's Guide
Diverge Health Launched to Build Upon a Decade of Experience Serving Underserved Patients in New York
BOSTON, March 15, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Today, Binoy Bhansali, Manmeet Kaur and Anne Robinson announced the formation of Diverge Health - a new value-based care company that comprehensively supports primary care providers to better serve patients on Medicaid.
The company is building off the success of New York-based City Health Works, founded by Kaur in 2012 to partner with primary care practices and deploy local community health worker-led, technology-enabled health coaching services to high-needs patients. Patients enrolled in the program saw a greater than 45 percent reduction in year-over-year cost of care, a 50 percent reduction in emergency room visits, and significant clinical improvements overall while boasting a net promoter score of 90.
"Having spent the last decade proving that City Health Works' model delivers extraordinary results for patients, our workforce and clinic partners, it is a privilege to join Diverge Health and build upon this success," said Manmeet Kaur, co-founder and chief population health officer at Diverge Health. "I'm excited to partner with a deeply experienced set of colleagues to meaningfully scale and adapt City Health Works' solution across the nation."
In 2023, Diverge Health acquired the intellectual property of City Health Works. The company will take lessons learned from City Health Works and deploy its model as a component of a broader offering to primary care providers in multiple markets this year.
"Healthcare providers that support the most vulnerable populations in our country require a different model to be able to holistically address patients' needs," said Anne Robinson, chief people and network development officer at Diverge Health. "I am thrilled to be able to leverage my past experiences in risk-based primary care to be a part of an organization that affords these providers the resources required to best engage patients in their health journeys."
Robinson joins Diverge Health from VillageMD, where she most recently served as executive vice president of growth and led a team that delivered a 400 percent increase of VillageMD's provider network in one year. Anne also spent five years as VillageMD's chief people officer, where she expanded an early, founding team to more than 6,500 employees during her tenure.
"We are grateful to have an opportunity to build an impactful organization that serves practices and patients across the country," said Binoy Bhansali, co-founder and chief executive officer of Diverge Health. "Primary care providers serving low-income patients have the toughest of jobs. They are doing their best to care for a high-needs population without adequate infrastructure to fully support patients' needs. Many don't have the financial wherewithal to take on value-based contracts with health plans. Diverge Health was built to serve these practices. We equip them with highly trained community health teams, clinical solutions and data to produce better outcomes for their patients."
Prior to founding Diverge Health, Bhansali headed diversification efforts at SCAN, a $4+ billion nonprofit healthcare organization serving older adults across the country. In partnership with the company's leadership and corporate development teams, he helped spearhead SCAN's combination with CareOregon alongside entry into the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), in-home primary care, in-home chronic disease management and street medicine for individuals experiencing homelessness. Bhansali also served as a partner at venture capital firm Sandbox Industries, where he invested in healthcare services companies focused on serving low-income patient populations.
Diverge Health is backed by well-known healthcare venture funds, including Triple Aim Partners and GV (Google Ventures).
About Diverge
Founded in 2022, Diverge Health supports primary care providers to extend their reach and better serve vulnerable patients. For more information, visit divergecares.com.
About Triple Aim Partners
Triple Aim Partners builds healthcare companies that improve the quality, experience and total cost of healthcare in partnership with outstanding entrepreneurs. Since 2019, the organization has co-founded and launched seven impactful companies. Visit tripleaim.com to learn more.
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Contact Information:Regina Vaccari
Owner/Principal, Vaccari Communications
regina@vaccaricommunications.com
(702) 337-1781
Original Source: Diverge Health Launched to Build Upon a Decade of Experience Serving Underserved Patients in New York