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Wednesday, December 19, 2018

Blockseed Announces its Novel, AI-driven Platform for Connecting Startups to Investors and Advisors

Blockseed seeks to facilitate and expedite the angel investment process throughout the entire startup ecosystem. They cut through the clutter so early-stage startups can make better decisions while connecting investors with the right early-stage startup founder.

What makes Blockseed unique?
Blockseed's algorithm collects and utilizes untapped data to map a startup's inner workings and efficacy throughout the currently opaque growth process in between funding stages.

Motivated by early career lessons, Blockseed CEO and Founder Aniruddh Jain saw the value of optimizing the process of work and designing products that improve efficiency. From these experiences, Blockseed was conceived.

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According to Jain, "The current system to assess an idea and help it become a successful business is fragmented and inefficient. Startups often waste time trying to connect through Linkedin and emails with no actionable feedback. What they really need is timely and quantifiable feedback with learning tools built around the feedback."

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Problem: Founders are tired of waiting around for investor replies.
Solution: Startups can ask for multiple rounds of reviews privately before raising capital. Blockseed provides a platform for startups to ideate, build, improve and be better prepared to raise capital. As soon as a startup is noticed by investors, they are in a better position to develop a working relationship.

Problem: Investors don't have time to give every founder proper feedback.
Solution: The Blockseed platform offers investors a valuable metric by gauging a startup's ability to learn. And by aligning interests according to industry and sector, investors are only connected with those startups within their domain of interest.

Problem: Investors want to be involved with local and global startups before they become too big and too hot.
Solution: Blockseed gives investors a curated review flow by connecting them with startups that match their chosen interest industry & metric cutoffs. The investor dashboard manages their evaluations, shares a connection pipeline to suggest startup reviews by other known investors and allows updates from startups should the investor decide to follow their activity.

Instead of assuming the role of broker-dealer, Blockseed's platform offers education and tools to capture and organize the interaction between the parties, regardless of investment.

Connect, Pass, or Follow?
Investors browse through curated startups and may connect or pass on a startup after evaluating its documents and ratings. This eliminates lengthy emails and re-pitching to other members of the team. However, investors may also anonymously or actively request updates If interested in a venture which didn't originally meet their specifications.

Traction
The first public beta of the platform will open in February 2019, before officially launching to the public in March 2019. The platform is currently oversubscribed with a waitlist of 200 startups and 50 startups in closed beta mode. Blockseed is working on partnerships with several large MNC's (whose names cannot be disclosed until signed) and has investments by 2 Angels and 4 VCs in pre-Seed Round. Blockseed will start seeking Seed Round investment in Q1.

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About Blockseed Investments
Headquartered in NYC, Blockseed is changing the startup ecosystem by allowing its AI-based algorithm to find data points in the process currently not available. The Blockseed platform matches venture stages and verticals with an investor/advisor. It helps them define their investment thesis, offers tools to review deals and follow or interact with startups globally that might otherwise have been out of their reach.

Blockseed offers personalized learning modules and quantified reviews based on investor feedback. Startups are told their point scale ranking by an advisor or investor, and exactly how they should improve based on the investor/advisor reviews. Blockseed can then direct startups with personalized learning modules and connect them with relevant mentors before they re-engage in the pitching process. These investor reviews create an investment thesis allowing other startups to reach out to them once they meet the stated criteria or by bidding higher. Read related news now.

Blockseed's core team has 50 years of cumulative experience in financial, analytics, and consulting with previous work experience at ZS Associates, Morgan Stanley, Merrill Lynch and Times Group.

For more information see http://blockseedinvestments.com

About Aniruddh Jain
CEO and Founder of Blockseed Investments, Aniruddh Jain graduated from Columbia University, M.S. Real Estate Development and Investment Finance, ETH Zurich, a science, technology, engineering and mathematics university, and Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee. Jain has a background in design, economics, investment finance, and data science. His first venture came out of MIT Media Labs and CamTech Hackathon in 2013 which was incorporated into a project in GE Labs, India. Jain is the CEO and Partner in the USA arm of REPE firm AJA. He is also a member of NYSAREN (New York South Asian Real Estate Network), a professional association exclusively for commercial real estate professionals in the greater New York City area.

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Photo Card Company Receives Top 5-Star Rating from TopConsumerReviews.com

TopConsumerReviews.com recently gave their best-in-class 5 star rating to Mixbook, a leader among services for making and buying Photo Cards.

It has never been easier to get high-quality Photo Cards. From Christmas cards to wedding announcements, these cards can be created quickly and affordably with images taken on devices ranging from smartphones to DSLR cameras - no need to pay expensive studio fees or hire a professional photographer. The best online services offering Photo Cards can integrate seamlessly with social media accounts too, making it even easier to take the perfect candid shot and turn it into a card that friends and family will love to receive.

"Mixbook offers the most creative, fun way to design your next set of Photo Cards," stated Brian Dolezal of TopConsumerReviews.com, LLC. "Whether you're looking for a birth announcement, customized photo stationery, or a gossip-worthy party invite, Mixbook's templates can help you make it. Whether you decide to upload photos from a computer, social media app, or other source, Mixbook's online tools are easy to use and your order will ship within 3-4 business days. We love everything about this service, including the 30-day satisfaction guarantee. For all of these reasons, Mixbook is our top choice for Photo Cards in 2018." Be alert to the latest news.

To find out more about Mixbook and other providers of Photo Cards, including reviews and comparison rankings, please visit the Photo Cards category of TopConsumerReviews.com at https://www.topconsumerreviews.com/photo-cards/.

About Mixbook
Mixbook is a leader in personalized photo publishing - a $10 billion market which includes scrapbooking, yearbooks, photo books, cards and stationery. Since its inception in 2006, Mixbook has differentiated itself through its superior user experience, outstanding customer service, and high-quality printed products. More than 90% of Mixbook customers recommend the service to family and friends. Mixbook is a private company based in San Jose, California.

About TopConsumerReviews.com
TopConsumerReviews.com, LLC is a leading provider of reviews and rankings for thousands of consumer products and services. From Photo Cards to Flower Delivery and Photo Books, TopConsumerReviews.com delivers in-depth product evaluations in order to make purchasing decisions easier.

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83 Percent of Organizations Have Skills Gaps, According to ATD Research

Companies are faced with increasing change, disruption, and market competition, and most of them have skills gaps that may threaten their ability to prepare for the future of work, according a whitepaper just released by the Association for Talent Development's (ATD) Public Policy Advisory Group.

The whitepaper, Bridging the Skills Gap: Workforce Development and the Future of Work, is ATD's sixth skills gap report. The findings are based on a survey sent to 304 talent development professionals whose companies are headquartered in the United States.

Key findings from the report include:

The biggest current and future gaps noted are in communication, critical thinking, and managerial and supervisory skills, showing that organizations need to focus on soft skills development programs.

Survey results show reason to be concerned about a succession planning crisis. It appears that organizations aren't effective at preparing people for senior leader positions. Half of respondents said their companies had insufficient leadership bench strength, and 47 percent said they expect a gap of leadership or executive-level skills in the future.

Compared with data from ATD's last survey in 2015, there has been a decrease in the percentage of companies offering internal training to help close the skills gap. The same is true of the percentage with internal certification programs. The percentage of companies offering offsite, vendor-provided training to employees and supporting enrollment in open, online courses has also dropped. This points to a disconnect—organizations say they want to shrink the skills gap but seem unwilling to dedicate the time and resources necessary to do so.

The talent development function has seen an increased role in addressing skills gaps since 2015, and there is now more accountability for individual managers. However, success in identifying and closing skills gaps depends on the involvement of key stakeholders across the organization.

Though government leaders have pushed for growth in apprenticeships, few respondents offer them. Most companies that do are in the skilled trades.

The whitepaper includes an action plan for talent development professionals that identifies six steps to assess and close skills gaps in their organizations.

Bridging the Skills Gap: Workforce Development and the Future of Work can be downloaded free at http://www.td.org/publicpolicy.

About ATD

The Association for Talent Development (ATD) is the world's largest professional membership organization supporting those who develop the knowledge and skills of employees, improve performance, and help to achieve results for the organizations they serve. Originally established in 1943, the association was previously known as the American Society for Training & Development (ASTD).

ATD's members come from more than 120 countries and work in public and private organizations in every industry sector. ATD supports talent development professionals who gather locally in volunteer-led U.S. chapters and international member networks, and with international strategic partners. For more information, visit http://www.td.org.

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TPx Appoints Christine Moyer as Dallas Channel Manager

TPx, the premier managed services provider, has added Christine Moyer to its fast-growing national team of channel sales managers. She will work with channel partners in the Dallas area to ensure they have everything they need to be successful when marketing, selling and supporting TPx solutions.

Moyer is moving to TPx's channel management team from its direct sales team, where she was a top performer who regularly sold above quota. Prior to joining TPx, she was an account manager for PCM, an IT product and service provider. Be alert to the latest news.

"When I was a direct rep for TPx, a lot of my success was due to the relationships I developed and fostered with vendor partners," said Moyer. "I found excitement in winning alongside with them, and so I knew the channel would be a perfect fit for me. I'm thrilled to join the channel team, and look forward to working with our partners to help them grow their business."

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"We are excited to have Christine join our team. She is passionately focused on success," said Michael Masini, Director, Channel Management at TPx. "Because she has worked for TPx, we saw her drive and dedication every day. There's no question she is a winner – she is already making a positive impact. I'm confident she will provide our partners with the best possible experience."

TPx continues to aggressively expand its channel presence across the country. Including Moyer, the company has announced the addition of 13 new channel sales professionals in 2018 alone. TPx now employs more than three dozen channel managers who assist the many thousands of partners selling its leading-edge portfolio of hosted and managed services, including the UCx unified communications as a service (UCaaS) platform, the MSx suite of managed IT services and managed connectivity solutions.

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About TPx Communications
TPx Communications is the premier managed services provider, redefining the way enterprises grow, compete and communicate. TPx's unified communications, managed IT services, continuity and connectivity solutions all work together to "reach a higher state of connectedness" – with customers, employees, clients, suppliers, locations, applications and more. TPx can provide guaranteed performance wherever there's a broadband connection, erasing the limitations of geography, incumbent providers and capital expenditure. Headquartered in Los Angeles, with major locations across the country, TPx has delivered more than 15 years of consecutive revenue growth, driven by a DNA of obsessive customer service and being a trusted advisor to its customers. For more information, go to http://www.tpx.com.

Andrews Federal Supports SHAPE American Elementary School Reading Program

Andrews Federal Credit Union donated $900 to the SHAPE American Elementary School in Mons, Belgium for the purchase of the RAZ-KIDS software program. This program is designed to teach children how to read while testing reading comprehension along the way. Andrews Federal learned of the need for this program through its ongoing partnership with the school. This program will be used mainly with students who come from homes where English is not the primary language spoken.

"You cannot put a price on the ability to read", said Joshua Barrett, Branch Manager at the Chievres, Belgium branch, "Watching these students use the program and learn brings me such joy. I am happy that we were able to provide this for them."

About Andrews Federal Credit Union
Andrews Federal Credit Union was founded in 1948 to serve the needs of military and civilian personnel by providing a vast array of financial products and services. With over $1.7 billion in assets, Andrews Federal has grown to serve more than 126,000 members in the District of Columbia, Joint Base Andrews (MD), Springfield, Virginia (VA), Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (NJ), and military installations in central Germany, Belgium, and the Netherlands. In addition, the Credit Union serves as a financial partner with many select employee groups in Maryland, the District of Columbia, Virginia and New Jersey.

To learn more about Andrews Federal Credit Union and its community involvement, or to become a member, call 800.487.5500 or visit http://www.andrewsfcu.org

Lucas Systems Named To Food Logistics 2018 FL100+ List Of Top Providers Of Food And Beverage Distribution Software And Technology

Lucas Systems, Inc., the leading provider of solutions for intelligent mobile work execution for warehouses and distribution centers, has been named by Food Logistics magazine to the 2018 FL100+ list of the top providers of software and technology to global food and beverage companies. Food and beverage distribution software solutions from Lucas are used by more than 100 leading grocery, foodservice, convenience, beer, wine and spirits, and beverage distribution centers.

The annual FL100+ Top Software and Technology Providers list serves as a resource guide of software and technology suppliers whose products and services are critical for global supply chains in the food and beverage industry.

"The digital supply chain continues its rapid emergence, bringing with it expanded capabilities that impact visibility, security, compliance and efficiency," remarks Lara L. Sowinsky, editorial director for Food Logistics and its sister publication, Supply & Demand Chain Executive. "Every aspect of the global food supply chain stands to benefit from new and innovative software and technology that is fundamentally changing the global food supply chain."

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Leading food and beverage producers, distributors and retailers have long-relied on Lucas solutions to optimize DC operations and improve warehouse management. Growing numbers of distribution centers are installing Lucas Mobile Work Execution Solutions to improve warehouse execution alongside ERP, WMS and other inventory systems. Lucas solutions help companies reduce costs, improve inventory and order accuracy, and enhance product traceability. They make work easier and better for hourly associates and warehouse supervisors.

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About Food Logistics
Food Logistics is published by AC Business Media, a business-to-business media company that provides targeted content and comprehensive, integrated advertising and promotion opportunities for some of the world's most recognized B2B brands. Its diverse portfolio serves the construction, logistics, supply chain and other industries with print, digital and custom products, events and social media.

About Lucas Systems, Inc.
Since 1998, Lucas Systems has pioneered warehouse productivity solutions for mobile workers and distribution center managers. Customers like C&S Wholesale Grocers, The Container Store, HD Supply, Johnson & Johnson, Kennametal, Rust-Oleum, and True Value trust Lucas to deliver solutions that greatly improve worker productivity and accuracy because Lucas truly understands warehouse operations. Lucas Mobile Work Execution solutions optimize hands-on processes and seamlessly combine voice, barcode scanning, and other mobile technologies to improve worker productivity, eliminate errors, and boost end-to-end DC efficiency. The solutions also provide managers and supervisors with real-time reporting and management tools that help them better manage their operations. For more information, visit http://www.lucasware.com

Research Shows Potential Impact of DuPont™ Betafin® on Fat Metabolism

For more than two decades, DuPont scientists have been at the forefront of studying the physiological effects of betaine and developing products that relieve metabolic stress situations in the body, including those caused by consumption of a high-fat diet. Betaine, a N-trimethylated amino acid, is produced in various plant species as a response to e.g., environmental stresses such as dehydration. It functions as an essential nutrient for methylation, a key process in metabolism, and is one of the most powerful organic osmolytes found in living organisms (helping cells to adapt to osmotic stresses such as dehydration or fluid excess). Read all the related news.

Continuing its leading research work in conjunction with the University of Eastern Finland, DuPont Nutrition & Health (DuPont) released the findings of a research study showing that natural Betafin® betaine, a DuPont product, enhanced the metabolism in fat (adipose) tissue and reduced inflammation in mice being fed a high fat "Western diet." The favorable metabolic changes brought about by betaine feeding included increasing fat tissue carnitine which may prevent lipid accumulation in fat tissues, and therefore offers potential benefits in reducing obesity.

"Our previous in vitro adipose tissue experiments indicated that betaine reduces inflammation caused by hypoxia and in the current study we were able to see the same response in the in vivo obesity model," said Senior Scientist Kaisa Airaksinen, DuPont Nutrition & Health.

"This study exemplifies DuPont's commitment to long-term science behind our products," said Kirsti Tiihonen, Ph.D., DuPont Nutrition & Health. "Betaine is an example of the research we've been performing in Kantvik, Finland, for more than 20 years using our own preclinical modelling expertise and the collaboration with external partners in the areas of omics techniques as well as clinical trials."

Among the study's other achievements was the comparison of adipose tissue gene expression and nontargeted metabolite profiles. "While this study was conducted on animals, the metabolic effects are presumably in line with what could be seen in humans," said Kati Hanhineva, Ph.D., University of Eastern Finland. "These kinds of study approaches can give more understanding on the metabolic mode of action of products, and how they can impact the health of human body."

You can read more about this research study at https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/mnfr.201800455.

About DuPont Nutrition & Health
DuPont Nutrition & Health, a DowDuPont Specialty Products Division business, combines in-depth knowledge of food and nutrition with current research and expert science to deliver unmatched value to the food, beverage, pharmaceutical and dietary supplement industries. We are innovative solvers, drawing on deep consumer insights and a broad product portfolio to help our customers turn challenges into high-value business opportunities. More information is available at http://www.food.dupont.com.

About DowDuPont Specialty Products Division
DowDuPont Specialty Products, a division of DowDuPont (NYSE: DWDP), is a global innovation leader with technology-based materials, ingredients and solutions that help transform industries and everyday life. Our employees apply diverse science and expertise to help customers advance their best ideas and deliver essential innovations in key markets including electronics, transportation, building and construction, health and wellness, food and worker safety. DowDuPont intends to separate the Specialty Products Division, which will be called DuPont, into an independent, publicly traded company. More information can be found at http://www.dow-dupont.com.

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Jessica's Press Releases

Wednesday, December 19, 2018

Blockseed Announces its Novel, AI-driven Platform for Connecting Startups to Investors and Advisors

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Photo Card Company Receives Top 5-Star Rating from TopConsumerReviews.com

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