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Natalya Berdzeni Named to Supply & Demand Chain Executive Magazine's 2017 'Pros to Know' List
NEW YORK, March 9, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Chase Cost Management Executive Vice President Natalya Berdzeni has been named to Supply & Demand Chain Executive magazine's 2017 "Pros to Know" annual listing for her work in developing tools and processes that bring a competitive advantage to her clients' spend-management practices. Among Berdzeni's endeavors in the past year was co-authoring the book, "99 Questions to Stop Spending More Than Your Competitors," with her colleague Len Levy, founder of Chase Cost Management, a business unit of LAC Group.
Purchasing and supply chain managers have praised the book for being a "great guide to best practices and successful approaches for any organization." For Fortune 500 companies and large law firms, Berdzeni designs and puts in place expense management services and cost-reduction strategies. She believes a key challenge for executives and their procurement process is uncovering savings on indirect spending without disrupting business. With the extra money she and her colleagues find for clients, employers are able to fund priorities or investments. According to S&DCE's publisher, individuals named to this year's list of "Pros to Know" received the honor because each has "helped their supply chain clients, or the supply chain community at large, prepare to meet the significant challenges in the year ahead." "I'm honored to be counted among a list of very accomplished and qualified people," says Berdzeni. "I'd like to think I made the list because I put my clients first." "Nat brings procurement pros a holistic view of procurement and clever ways to find data in dozens of spend categories," says Rob Corrao, president and chief operating officer for LAC Group. "Her clients know her as 'an excellent partner,' and now that's been recognized formally by adding her to the 'Pros to Know' list." Berdzeni is fluent in Russian and, earlier in her career, she lived and worked in Russia handling new business development, operations and marketing for her employers. Berdzeni received her master's degree in business administration from Cornell University and a bachelor's degree from The City University of New York. About Chase Cost ManagementChase Cost Management (CCM) was founded in 1998 in New York City, operating as a division of LAC Group since 2011. CCM provides strategic spend management advice and programs that enable large enterprises to contain costs and reduce expenses for optimal financial performance. Proven results are based on in-market experience, contract negotiation expertise, benchmarking knowledge and access to extensive data on costs, expenditures, vendors and SKUs. CCM serves major law firms and Fortune 500 corporations. Visit: https://ccmchase.com Chase Cost Management (CCM) is not affiliated with JPMorgan Chase & Co. or its "Chase" branded financial services. MEDIA CONTACTBill Perry 149710@email4pr.com + 1 (614) 975-7538 ADDITIONAL RESOURCESLAC Group Press Kit LAC GROUP ONLINE
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Thursday, March 9, 2017
Natalya Berdzeni Named to Supply & Demand Chain
Plus Relocation Announces Key Hires as Part of Strategic Growth
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Plus Relocation Announces Key Hires as Part of Strategic Growth
MINNEAPOLIS, March 9, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Plus Relocation welcomes four new employees to the Plus leadership team. These hires are part of Plus's strategic growth plan and are aligned with the company's mission — to be the world's best relocation company.
About Plus RelocationPlus Relocation designs and implements completely customized mobility solutions with flawless execution for mid-sized companies to some of the largest, most-recognized brands on the planet. Our clients come from a wide array of industries, and they feature some of the most dynamic mobility programs in the world. We've been in business since 1968, and our innovative, game-changing approach has propelled us to a full-service, global mobility powerhouse with offices located around the world. Our tri-regional model allows us to deliver seamless mobility services in more than 150 countries. To learn more, please visit www.plusrelocation.com. |
LaaSer Critical Communications Named a TAG
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LaaSer Critical Communications Named a TAG Top 10 Innovative Technology Company
Technology Association of Georgia Honors the State's "Best of the Best" for Innovation and Contributions to Georgia's Technology Community
ATLANTA, March 9, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- The Technology Association of Georgia (TAG), the state's leading association dedicated to the promotion and economic advancement of Georgia's technology industry, today announced LaaSer Critical Communications as one of its Top 10 Innovative Technology Companies in Georgia. TAG will recognize this prestigious group at the 2017 Georgia Technology Summit (GTS) on March 23, 2017, at the Cobb Galleria Centre.
The "Top 10" most innovative technology companies are chosen from among TAG's "Top 40" 2017 list and were chosen based on a number of criteria, including: degree of innovation; scope and financial impact of innovation; likelihood of success; and promotion of Georgia's innovative efforts nationally and internationally.
"The Top 10 awards are given to an elite group of companies whose products and solutions are not only changing their respective industries, they are also putting Georgia on the map as a state where technology innovation can thrive," said Larry Williams, president & CEO of TAG. "We applaud each of these companies for standing out as leaders in Georgia's technology community and look forward to showcasing them at our annual Georgia Technology Summit."
LaaSer's patented technology solves the increasingly common problem that when you call 911 from your mobile phone, operators can't always locate you accurately. The current system doesn't access any of the rich location data that is available to the wide variety of connected devices in the market today. With LaaSer it is possible for people to call for help from not just their smartphone but from a wide variety of connected devices. And LaaSer makes this happen without the need for 911 call centers to install new hardware and software systems.
"We started LaaSer with a singular mission – to make 911 work the way you think it already does," said Fred White, cofounder and CEO of LaaSer. "Along the way our scope has grown as we apply these concepts to other ways to connect people with first responders. This award validates just how big this problem is and how far we've come in solving it."
For more information about TAG and the Georgia Technology Summit and to register for the event, visit http://www.tagonline.org/
About The Technology Association of Georgia (TAG)
TAG is the leading technology industry association in the state, serving more than 33,000 members through regional chapters in Metro Atlanta, Athens, Augusta, Columbus, Macon/Middle Georgia, and Savannah. TAG's mission is to educate, promote, and unite Georgia's technology community to foster an innovative and connected marketplace that stimulates and enhances a tech-based economy.
The association provides networking and educational programs; celebrates Georgia's technology leaders and companies; and advocates for legislative action that enhances the state's economic climate for technology. TAG hosts over 200 events each year and serves as an umbrella organization for 33 professional societies. Additionally, the TAG Education Collaborative (TAG's charitable arm) focuses on helping science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education initiatives thrive.
For more information visit the TAG website at www.tagonline.org or TAG's community website at www.hubga.com
About LaaSer Critical Communications, LLC
LaaSer Critical Communications, a Techstars company, is dedicated to solving the problems associated with calling 911 from mobile devices. LaaSer has created patented technology that pinpoints a 911 caller's location, using any mobile device, efficiently routes them to the appropriate 911 call center, and provides the 911 operator with precise location information. LaaSer's technology requires no upgrades on the part of 911 call centers or network operators.
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DUCK DYNASTY’S JEP & JESSICA ROBERTSON ARE GROWING THEIR DYNASTY
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
DUCK DYNASTY’S JEP & JESSICA ROBERTSON ARE GROWING THEIR DYNASTY WITH A NEW PODCAST ON PODCASTONE, ANNOUNCES CHAIRMAN NORMAN PATTIZ
LOS ANGELES (March 8, 2017) – A&E’s Duck Dynasty and Growing the Dynasty stars Jep and Jessica Robertson are launching a new show on PodcastOne, the nation’s largest advertiser-supported podcast network, announced today by PodcastOne Founder and Executive Chairman Norman Pattiz. The couple will now connect with fans weekly, year-round, and unedited through the new show, which will feature candid conversation about marriage, family and faith, along with some fan-favorite family members and friends. The recurring cast of characters, including Miss Kay and Phil Robertson, along with celebrity guests, will touch everything from hunting and food to pop-culture and fashion. Fans can call or tweet in their questions for Jep and Jess each week. Catch an exclusive clip of the podcast from Entertainment Tonight here: http://et.tv/2mCZLxF. New episodes will be available every Wednesday on PodcastOne.com, the PodcastOne app and iTunes.
“The Jep and Jess Show is all the things you don’t know about us….behind the cameras!” shares the young Robertson couple, “We’re so excited for our fans to be able to take a look – or listen – to find out what life is like behind-the-scenes in the Robertson family. We share our passions, our realities, and our intimate stories about faith, food, and family.”
“Jep and Jess have found a real fan base in reality TV, which is exactly what we look for when launching a new podcast,” said PodcastOne Founder and Executive Chairman Norman Pattiz. “Their fan base, their family and their social media will add up to deliver big numbers for this podcast.”
To listen to the show, visit: http://www.podcastone.com/the-
For more information, please visit www.PodcastOne.com. To advertise, please contact PodcastOne at info@podcastone.com
About PodcastOne
PodcastOne, (www.PodcastOne.com) the nation’s leading advertiser-supported podcast network, was founded by Norm Pattiz, founder of radio-giant Westwood One. The network currently hosts more than 200 of today’s most popular podcasts, including Adam Carolla, Shaquille O’Neal, Steve Austin, Heather and Terry Dubrow, Dan Patrick, Barstool Sports, Laila Ali, Dr. Drew, Neil Strauss, Gabrielle Reece, Penn Jillette, Eddie Trunk, Ross Mathews, Rich Eisen, Chris Jericho, Jay Mohr, TheCHIVE, Jordan Harbinger’s The Art of Charm, Laura Ingraham, the Forbes on PodcastOne Network and more.
About Jep and Jessica
Jep Robertson, the youngest son of Duck Commander Phil Robertson, and his wife, Jessica, have never been afraid of taking on a new project. On top of recently adopting a new baby boy and starting a new A&E reality series surrounding their life and family, Jep and Jessica Robertson of A&E’s Jep & Jessica: Growing the Dynasty and Duck Dynasty are navigating life together with their five children, Lily, Merritt, Priscilla, River, and recently adopted baby Jules Augustus Robertson – nicknamed “Gus” - who joined the family in the fall of 2015. In a string of several successful business ventures, Jep and Jessica have launched a clothing line as well as Calvary Jewelry and lifestyle blog RobertsonRoots.com. The couple released their autobiographical story of redemption in 2015 titled: The Good, The Bad, and the Grace of God. The second season of Jep and Jessica: Growing The Dynasty premiered on February 22 on A&E and you can catch their weekly podcast, “The Jep and Jess Show,” every Wednesday on PodcastOne |
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
October London releases the highly anticipated
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Premiering exclusively on Noisey, October London releases the highly anticipated short film, Color Blind: Love, executively produced by Snoop Dogg. The film follows October's journey leaving prison, finding work through his girlfriend, played by the alluring Jasmine Hope Waite, and the pursuit of his passion as a singer. Directed by Dylan Brown, the film enlists The Doggfather, Snoop Dogg, as a slick talking music executive along with comedy legend, Mike Epps, who plays a club owner that hires October as a dishwasher eventually leading to the opportunity of a lifetime. Color Blind: Love exhibits an exceptional acting debut by October London and complements his emotionally invigorating debut EP, Color Blind: Love, available now on all DSPs.
During Oscar weekend, October London performed songs from his Color Blind: Love EP and screened the short film to a full house at the American Black Film Institute's: Oscar Noir Gala. The ABFI gala was hosted by Shaun Robinson and honored Angela Basset, Academy Award for Best Picture Moonlight's director Barry Jenkins, Janelle Monae, Issa Rae and Jessie T. Usher.
Having been compared to Marvin Gaye, Sam Cooke and The DeBarge brothers due to his impactful lyrics and silky tone, October London is a must-see at Austin's SXSW festival this month. He quickly caught the attention of audiences for his debut single, "Black Man in America," for its chilling and important message in today's social construct. Since signing to Jazze Pha and Snoop Dogg's Cadillacc Music and with his work writing and performing the theme song to Martha and Snoop’s Potluck Dinner Party, London is just beginning to share his multifaceted talents with the world.
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Friday, March 3, 2017
Tuesday, February 28, 2017
TUNE IN: Colgate Skating & Gymnastics Spectacular (3/4 on ABC)
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Meryl Davis & Charlie White on Colgate Skating
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Gymnastics Spectacular airing Saturday, February 18 on ABC.
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** TUNE IN **
Colgate Skating & Gymnastics Spectacular
Re-airing Saturday, March 4 on ABC
Colgate Skating & Gymnastics Spectacular is a skating and gymnastics-themed special hosted by Kristi Yamaguchi, Michael Weiss and Olympic Gold Medalist gymnasts Bart Conner and Nadia Comaneci. The special will feature figure skaters, including Olympic Gold Medalists Meryl Davis & Charlie White, Nancy Kerrigan, Alissa Czisny, Caydee Denney & John Coughlin, Carly Donowick, and Wesley Campbell – as well as gymnasts including Olympic Gold Medalist Simone Biles, Olympic 3x medalist Danell Leyva, John Orozco, Donnell Whittenburg and Paul Ruggeri. Special musical performances by indie-pop band Echosmith.
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Simone Biles on Colgate Skating
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Gymnastics Spectacular airing Saturday, February 18 on ABC.
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Monday, February 27, 2017
Julie Bowen kisses Harlem Globetrotter at STAPLES Center
Released earlier today, below is video of "Modern Family" star Julie Bowen participating in a recent Harlem Globetrotters game at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles. Globetrotters star Big Easy Lofton danced with Bowen after her purse became part of the game. Their time on the court ended in a kiss and a joke directed at her husband Scott Phillips.
Big Easy is one of the Globetrotters famed Showman and spent three seasons competing on "The Amazing Race" with his teammate Flight Time Lang.
The Globetrotters are in the middle of the North American tour, which continues in March with games in Philadelphia, Boston, Atlanta, and Washington D.C. The full schedule is available at www.HarlemGlobetrotters.com.
Twitter: https://twitter.com/globies
Special Thanks
Eric Nemeth
Sr. Director, Publicity
E! NEWS EXCLUSIVE: Inside Floyd Mayweather's
E! NEWS EXCLUSIVE: Inside Floyd Mayweather's Extravagant Birthday Party Featuring Bengal Tigers and Justin Bieber
In celebration of his 40th birthday, world champion boxer Floyd Mayweather threw himself a bash as big as his career Saturdaynight in Los Angeles.
Located in a ballroom downtown, the athlete welcomed celebrity guests like Bobby Brown, Justin Bieber and Mariah Carey into a star-studded room decorated with disco balls and crystal chandeliers. Dressed to impress, Mayweather donned a black sequin blazer with black pants, a black shirt and dark aviators.
"He was smiling and enjoying all the attention," a source told E! News.
There was no denying who the party was for as Mayweather's face was everywhere. At the entrance to the party, guests were greeted by a money tree covered with hanging fake $100 bills with his face on them while larger portraits of the birthday boy hung on the walls.
The larger-than-life boxer had an equally packed guest list. While the room was meant to only accommodate 300 people, upwards of 1,300 attendees crowded into the ballroom. In addition to an open bar, guests enjoyed hamburger sliders and mini BBQ chicken sandwiches.
As for decor, the boxer had cages with white Bengal tigers inside the room. The guest of honor had his own staged area in the middle of the space complete with a golden throne and surrounded by security guards, though he was rarely seated.
Instead, the 40-year-old enjoyed performances from his famous friends, including the former New Edition singer, K-Ci and JoJo, Tyrese and Doug E. Fresh. Fresh performed a medley of hits he called "the soundtrack to Floyd's life," including "December" by Earth, Wind and Fire and "Just a Friend" by Biz Markie.
Bieber also took the stage to entertain the crowd with his top songs, "Where Are Ü Now" and "What Do You Mean?"
"I love this guy...I look up to him," he said in front of the audience. "Give it up for Floyd Mayweather, the champ."
Soon, it was time to cut the cake. Mariah Carey flew in from Dubai to attend the party and serenade the athlete with "Happy Birthday." The Grammy winner arrived with beau Bryan Tanaka and sported a crystal-embellished silver gown with a plunging neckline. "She looked great and seemed very relaxed," the source added.
"Would only fly 18 hours for your #birthday," Carey wrote on Instagram.
Mayweather marked the occasion with a six layer cake covered with pictures of him throughout his life. The creation was from Bree's Cakes, a favorite of stars like Chrissy Teigen and Khloe Kardashian.
"The cake took about 72 hours to make. It had to be transported in two pieces because it was too tall to fit in my SUV," Bree Miller of Bree's Cakes told E! News. "It had over 12 feet of swarovski crystals on it... and it was loaded with over a hundred personal photos ranging from childhood to now showcasing the 40 years of Floyd."
Cheers to 40 more—and then some!
—Reporting by Holly Passalaqua
Sunday, February 26, 2017
E! LIVE FROM THE RED CARPET: The Hamilton Cast Moves Lin-Manuel Miranda
E! LIVE FROM THE RED CARPET: The Hamilton Cast Moves Lin-Manuel Miranda to Tears With Their 2017 Oscars Red Carpet Surprise
Must credit E! Live From The Red Carpet http://www.eonline.com/news/831921/the-hamilton-cast-moves-lin-manuel-miranda-to-tears-with-their-2017-oscars-red-carpet-surprise
Watch E!'s live 2017 Oscars red carpet coverage today starting at 1:30 p.m. ET/10:30 a.m. PT, and join the conversation on Oscar.com and across social with #oscars and #eredcarpet. Following The Oscars® ceremony on ABC at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT, come back to E! for our live After-Party special at 12 a.m. ET/9 p.m. PT. On Monday, Feb. 27, tune in to E! News at 7 p.m. and Fashion Police at 8 p.m. for complete Oscars coverage.
Lin-Manuel Miranda has quite the talented fan base this Oscars Sunday.
As the A-list performer celebrates his nomination for Best Original Song at the 89th Annual Academy Awards, the Hamilton star is getting support from a few familiar faces.
While appearing on Live From the Red Carpet outside the Dolby Theatre, Ryan Seacrest had a special surprise for the Oscar nominee.
Hey Lin-Manuel, your friends have a message that may be music to your ears.
In the clip, several Hamilton stars join Jordan Fisher and Taran Killam for a mashup that immediately brought an emotional reaction from Lin-Manuel and his mom.
"I hate you for making me cry before the Oscars have even started," he shared with E! News. "That was amazing. Thank you. Thank you for that. That's incredible."
It's going to be a big night for the Hollywood star who is nominated for his song "How Far I'll Go" featured in Disney's Moana. Songs featured in La La Land, Trolls and Jim: The James Foley Story are also nominated in the buzz worthy category.
Win or lose, Lin-Manuel recently shared the joy about simply being nominated at the Oscars.
"It's so crazy, dude! I'm an Academy Awards dork. I'd cry at the Chuck Workman montages. I'd wait for them to shout out to Bill Conti when he was conducting," he previously told Billboard. "I'd memorize Billy Crystal's monologues that he used to write with Marc Shaiman, who I'm working on with Mary Poppins Returns right now, so to get to go to that party is really a great thrill."
Should he win, Lin-Manuel will become the youngest member of the EGOT Club, a group who have earned an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony.
May the best song win!
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