Telarus Announced as ChannelVision Visionary Spotlight Award Recipient
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Telarus Announced as ChannelVision Visionary Spotlight Award Recipient

Telarus Announced as ChannelVision Visionary Spotlight Award Recipient

Sandy, UT, June 26, 2024 –Telarus is proud to announce that it has been awarded a 2024 ChannelVision Magazine Visionary Spotlight Award (VSA) for Telarus SolutionVueTM AI Quick Solution Assessment (QSA) in the Best Emerging Technology Breakthroughs 2024 category.

An annual competition, the VSAs highlight channel and service provider innovation in communications, honoring products, services, deployments, and channel contributions across numerous categories. Editors from Beka Business Media, as well as a panel of judges from independent industry resources, fielded hundreds of applications. Criteria included overall innovation, future industry impact, creativity, feature set differentiation, ease of use, and interoperability.

Telarus SolutionVue is an intelligent assessment platform that quickly matches a business’s short- and long-term priorities with technologies from a knowledge base of certified Telarus suppliers, removing the guesswork from initial sales conversations, and extending the value of available solutions delivered for the end-user. The SolutionVue AI QSA provides Telarus channel partners with self-guided discovery for existing and prospective customers in all the following AI areas:

· Customer self-service chatbots
· Real-time agent assist and knowledge suggestions for contact center agents
· Agent coaching and quality management for contact center managers
· Accent matching and auto-redaction
· Contact center performance insights and analytics
· Outbound communication management and automation
· Generative AI and intelligent business intelligence popular GTP engines (OpenAI, Gemini, Copilot, & Bedrock)

ChannelVision Magazine editors found Telarus SolutionVue AI QSA exemplifies rapid innovation within the communications industry, demonstrating a cornucopia of opportunities for channel partners to boost their roles as trusted partners for business success.

“Congratulations to all of our winners,” said Beka Business Media founder and ChannelVision Magazine publisher, Berge Kaprelian. “For a year that saw a record number of nominations, I can proudly say that all VSA recipients – spanning Overall Excellence, Business Technology and Service Provider Technology – have made outstanding strides that warrant distinction.”

“Telarus is excited to receive the ChannelVision VSA for SolutionVue,” said Jennifer Pockell Dimas, Chief Marketing and Experience Office for Telarus. “The AI QSA enables our technology advisors to have informed AI discovery conversations with their customers, resulting in near real-time technology and best-fit supplier recommendations. Our advisors use the tool to help them identify the right solutions for their customers and expand their deal sizes.”

Vistula Management Company Appoints Selena Vives as Chief Operating Officer
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Vistula Management Company Appoints Selena Vives as Chief Operating Officer

Vistula Management Company Appoints Selena Vives as Chief Operating Officer

Toledo, OH, June 26, 2024 — VMC is pleased to announce the appointment of Selena Vives as their new Chief Operating Officer. Selena brings over 25 years of experience in the affordable housing sector and property management.

With a proven track record of leadership at major companies, Selena has successfully overseen large teams and spearheaded numerous initiatives aimed at improving operational efficiency and service quality. Her visionary approach and extensive expertise make her an invaluable addition to the VMC Executive team.

“We are excited to welcome Selena Vives as our new COO,” said Lisa Keller, Business Development at VMC. “Her deep understanding of the affordable housing sector, combined with her leadership experience, will be instrumental in driving VMC’s growth and enhancing our service delivery.”

Selena’s appointment underscores VMC’s commitment to strengthening its leadership team with seasoned professionals who share the company’s vision for excellence in property management. VMC looks forward to the innovative strategies and operational enhancements she will bring to the organization.

She will work diligently along with Kathleen Crowley and Tracey Franklin to bring exciting growth and opportunities to VMC’s already robust portfolio.

Kathleen Crowley, with over 20 years of experience in affordable housing and property management, brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her new role. Her strong skills in property management finance will be instrumental in driving VMC’s continued growth and success. We are delighted to have Kathleen in this leadership position and look forward to her contributions to the team.

Tracey Franklin, with over a decade of experience in the affordable housing sector, brings exceptional knowledge and expertise in compliance and operations.

Her extensive background in the Toledo, Ohio area has equipped her with the skills and insights necessary to excel in this role. Tracey’s commitment to improving housing affordability and her deep understanding of regulatory compliance will be invaluable as VMC continues to expand its housing initiatives.

“We are thrilled to have Tracey join our team,” said Selena Vives, COO at VMC. “Her experience and passion for affordable housing will play a crucial role in advancing our mission and serving our community effectively.”

VMC’s dedication to excellence is reflected in its ongoing efforts to strengthen its leadership team with industry veterans. And we look forward to the positive impact these three professionals will undoubtedly have on the organization and the communities it serves. Watch our website for exciting updates.

HBCU Leggings’ Founder, Amina Hammond, Garners National Attention and Success
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HBCU Leggings’ Founder, Amina Hammond, Garners National Attention and Success

HBCU Leggings’ Founder, Amina Hammond, Garners National Attention and Success

Beltsville, MD, June 26, 2024 –Amina Hammond, a proud 2006 graduate of Howard University’s Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts, is making significant strides with her innovative brand, HBCU Leggings.

Since its establishment, the company has been designing leggings, hoodies, tees, and blankets. According to Amina, “The 2020 election of fellow Howard graduate, Vice-President Kamala Harris was quite inspirational.”

In 2021, Amina applied for and received approval for licensing with Howard University. Subsequently, she sold over $75K in 2 weeks and donated $17K to the university. Building on this success, she obtained additional licenses for other HBCUs, and is now licensed with a total of ten prestigious institutions.

In a major achievement, HBCU Leggings has been approved for distribution in two major retailers, as well as in 13 HBCU campus bookstores. The brand has also been licensed with Delta Sigma Theta, allowing them to vend at the Eastern regional conference in August.

Looking towards the future, Amina has started an internship program for HBCU students that begins in June 2024. Additionally, she has completed her first large sponsorship with Tom Joyner Fantastic Voyage and Maria More, co-host on the Rickey Smiley Morning Show.

Excitingly, Amina will be doing a sponsorship at the end of June with Love Healthy at the BET Experience (BET Awards weekend), which will also include Maria More and other special guests to be announced.

Amina Hammond and HBCU Leggings continue to make waves in the industry, showcasing the rich legacy and pride of Historically Black Colleges and Universities. For more information, visit www.hbculeggings.com.

Inner Power Partners Celebrates Strategic Partnership with Better Business Bureau
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Inner Power Partners Celebrates Strategic Partnership with Better Business Bureau

Inner Power Partners Celebrates Strategic Partnership with Better Business Bureau

Boca Raton, FL, June 26, 2024 — Itz Why® LLC, doing business as Inner Power Partners®, is thrilled to announce a strategic partnership with the Better Business Bureau® (BBB). This collaboration, initially formed on March 8, 2024, was celebrated on Friday, June 21, 2024, in a grand event that brought together members from both organizations.

Inner Power Partners® is a membership community built on a people-first culture, empowering members as individuals, fostering supportive relationships, and enabling them to grow and succeed through a collaborative community. The Better Business Bureau®, a nonprofit organization established in 1912, is dedicated to promoting marketplace trust and helping people make informed buying decisions. The BBB® provides a range of services, including business profiles, advertising standards, ratings, consumer complaints, and consumer education.

Partnership Highlights:
● Empowering Communities: This partnership aims to provide professional members of both organizations with opportunities and access to tools to live a quality lifestyle while achieving great business success.
● Celebration of Collaboration: The partnership was celebrated on June 21, 2024, marking the beginning of a collaboration that will offer members tools and channels to expand their reach and achieve success.
● Initial Focus: The initial phase of the partnership will focus on joint initiatives designed to enhance member benefits and foster a supportive community for personal and professional growth.

About Better Business Bureau®:
● Business Profiles: The BBB offers over 5.3 million BBB Business Profiles to help consumers identify trustworthy businesses.
● Advertising Standards: The BBB sets standards for and evaluates thousands of advertisements each year to ensure honesty and transparency.
● Ratings: The BBB rates companies on a scale of A+ to F, based on their trustworthiness and performance in areas such as complaint history and marketplace conduct.
● Consumer Complaints: The BBB facilitates dispute resolution services, acting as a neutral party in mediations and providing low- or no-cost arbitration when appropriate.
● Consumer Education: The BBB provides educational programs to help businesses adopt best practices and consumers make informed decisions.

Quotes from Leadership:
“People don’t buy what you do, they buy who you are. You don’t have to allow stress to prevent you from being your most productive self.” — Lynn Lessell, CEO/Founder, Inner Power Partners®

The BBB is thrilled to form a partnership with IPP®, we believe that partnering with community organizations such as IPP® is the best way to make a meaningful impact in the business community of South Florida.

Cinthya Lavin, VP of Communications and Community Engagement, BBB.

This partnership underscores a commitment to meeting the needs of consumers and businesses through cooperation and open communication. Together, Inner Power Partners® and the Better Business Bureau® are poised to create a robust community where members can thrive both personally and professionally.

The Convergence Foundation co-hosts a landmark conference on ‘Creating Systemic Impact’
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The Convergence Foundation co-hosts a landmark conference on ‘Creating Systemic Impact’

Bengaluru, 26th June 2024: The Convergence Foundation, in collaboration with Rohini Nilekani Philanthropies, Centre for Exponential Change, and India Impact Sherpas (knowledge partner), hosted a landmark conference on ‘Creating Systemic Impact’, bringing together development practitioners, thought leaders and philanthropists to focus on the practices and enablers of systems change.

Organizations that adopt the systems change approach—System Support Organisations (SSOs)—work closely with governments at both the central and state levels to create large-scale impact by addressing the root causes of problems rather than applying quick fixes or band-aid solutions.

In the keynote address by Rohini Nilekani, Chairperson of Rohini Nilekani Philanthropies, she emphasized, “This decade is one of the most critical decades in human history, demanding inclusive and exponential social change. We have the best chance ever now to create a different future than is feared. But for that, we need risk capital deployed strategically and urgently to reduce the friction between Samaaj, Sarkaar, and Bazaar, and unlock the true potential of each. Philanthropists and foundations must step forward NOW! Let’s think bigger, be bolder in our collaborations, and place better bets on leaders who are invested in systemic change.”

The Convergence Foundation

A highlight of the conference was a panel discussion on ‘Unlocking Funding for Systemic Impact’, moderated by Praveen Khanghta, Head of Strategy and Investments at The Convergence Foundation. The panel featured esteemed speakers including Murugan Vasudevan, CEO of Veddis Foundation; Shruti Shibulal, CEO and Director of Tamara Leisure Experiences; Srikanth Viswanathan, CEO of Janaagraha; and Sumit Tayal, CEO of Give India.

Bikkrama Daulet Singh, Operating Partner at The Convergence Foundation, while emphasising the urgent need to unlock funding for systemic impact, stated, “The systems change approach holds the highest potential for transformative change. Philanthropists seeking maximum return on investment should prioritize supporting organizations that collaborate with governments to achieve scalable and sustainable results. It is crucial for philanthropists and system orchestrators to learn, reflect, and continuously align their efforts to maximize their collective impact.”

The conference also featured the unveiling of Sanjay Purohit’s book, Think Sustain, the third instalment in the Think book series. The book was launched by Rohini Nilekani. Alongside Think Scale and Think Speed, Think Sustain aims to inspire change that leads to impactful transformations. These Think books serve as companions in the journey to achieving impact at scale.

Sanjay Purohit, the author, CEO, and Chief Curator of Centre for Exponential Change, expressed his gratitude at the conference, saying, “C4EC is an emerging space for co-creation and collaboration bringing together system orchestrators, diverse enablers, and influencers to enable exponential change journeys. The reason why we co-founded this Centre is because we know that the exponential change journey is long and winding and we all need to come together to inspire these ripples of change. Like we strive to conserve natural systems (such as coral reefs and rainforests) that sustain the health of our planet, we must strive to enable system orchestrators, who ensure the health of our society.”

The conference marked a significant step towards fostering collaboration and innovation in addressing India’s complex challenges at scale. The commitment and insights shared by the participants underscored the potential of systems change to drive sustainable and impactful development across India.