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Thursday, October 3, 2019

Red Giant Releases Epic Finish to Game of Thrones VFX Tutorial Series: Dragons

Red Giant has just released the fourth and final installment of its special edition tutorial series for recreating the award-winning visual effects from Game of Thrones. In episode 11 of Cheap Tricks, Hashi shows viewers how to add a dragon into their shot. Using Red Giant tools, Hashi explains how to create two terrifyingly awesome dragon VFX shots - including one featuring dragon fire and the epic destruction of the zombie horde he created in episode 10. Viewers will learn tons of techniques in 3D animation, camera tracking, object replacement, keying, compositing, color correction, and much more. Read here.

Watch Now: Add a Dragon to Your Shot - Game of Thrones VFX Part 4

From Red Giant: "Great news! While we've been releasing our Cheap Tricks Game of Thrones inspired VFX tutorials a few weeks apart, this week we're going mad (like Aerys II Targaryen a.k.a. Mad King mad) and we're giving you a second helping of sweet, sweet learning! So gear up for one last adventure in Westeros. We promise it will end better than the show."

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Don't forget to check out parts one through three of Cheap Tricks Game of Thrones VFX:
• Part One: How To Cast Firebolt In After Effects
• Part Two: Creating A Zombified Horse
• Part Three: Creating a Zombie Horde Battle Scene

In this tutorial, Hashi uses the following tools from Red Giant:
• VFX Primatte Keyer 6: Primatte Keyer is a powerful tool for fast, automatic chroma-keying. Whether using a green screen or blue screen, Primatte Keyer's auto-compute algorithms can often pull a perfect key automatically, with a new user interface and clean up tools that make it easy to select and separate the background and foreground.
• VFX Supercomp: Supercomp is a compositing environment that makes it easy to create complex, seamless composites. In Supercomp, light and atmospheric effects interact with all layers and elements of a scene in a far more natural way, and with far less pre-composing in After Effects than ever before.
• VFX Shadow: Shadow is a plugin for After Effects that makes it super easy to add a perspective shadow in front of or behind a layer, based on its alpha channel, brightness, and more, with options for softness, bend, length, color and many other properties.
• VFX Reflection: Reflection is a plugin for After Effects that makes it easy to add a reflection to your layers, with controls for softness, distance fade, length and more.
• VFX King Pin Tracker: King Pin Tracker makes it simple to place signs or objects into a shot, even if they aren't simple rectangles. With powerful "To" and "From" pins, and the ability to offset and rotate in planar space, artists can pin whatever they want, wherever they want it.
• Trapcode Mir 3: Trapcode Mir is a plugin for After Effects that creates flowing surfaces, endless tunnels, terrains and 3D objects for use in your motion graphics. Design flowing surfaces and abstract shapes for motion graphics or import 3D OBJ Models.
• Magic Bullet Looks: Magic Bullet Looks is designed to give filmmakers powerful looks and color correction, with over 200 fully-customizable Look presets and over 40 tools to customize or build new Looks. Get the best, most-intuitive color correction experience in the industry.
• Magic Bullet Colorista IV: Magic Bullet Colorista IV provides professional color correction for filmmakers, turning Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects into a high-speed professional color grading environment.
• Magic Bullet Mojo II: Mojo gives footage a cinematic color grade in seconds. Accentuate and protect skin tones, cool off your backgrounds and more.
• Red Giant Universe: Red Giant's collection of GPU-accelerated video effects and transitions plugins for motion graphics artists and editors, Universe boasts over 80 tools supported across eight host-applications.

Request a Media Review Kit or Briefing
Members of the media are invited to review any individual tools or product suites from Red Giant. For more information or to request a product review kit or private press briefing with a Red Giant executive, please contact Nick Govoni at nick@zazilmediagroup.com.

About Red Giant
Red Giant is a software company made up of talented artists and technologists who collaborate to create unique tools for filmmakers, editors, VFX artists, and motion designers. Our company culture is focused on finding balance between work and life – we call it "the double bottom line" – this philosophy helps us ignore complexity in favor of building simple tools that yield giant results. Over the last decade, our products (like Magic Bullet, Trapcode, Universe and PluralEyes) have become the standard in film and broadcast post-production. With over 200,000 users, it's nearly impossible to watch 20 minutes of TV without seeing our software in use. From our experiences as artists and filmmakers, we aspire to not only provide tools for artists, but inspiration as well. Watch our films, learn from over 200 free tutorials, or try our software at http://www.redgiant.com. Read related news now.

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"Little Fergen's Fish Feelings" by Charles M. Iker Swims Into Bookstores in October to Help Kids Cope With Their Parents' Divorce

Almost half of all marriages end in divorce, and the children suffer emotionally. If their feelings are left unaddressed, children of divorce can grow up to be unhappy adults, unable to achieve successful relationships or healthy lives.

Charles M. Iker, LCSW, ACSW, BCD, is a psychiatric social worker with thirty-five years of experience working with children who have suffered from the effects of divorce. As a father and a therapist who went through divorce and who watched the emotional impact it had on his child, and later on his stepson, he conceived and wrote Little Fergen's Fish Feelings.

The story is simple: Fergen is a happy little fish. He swims and plays with his sisters in the sea. But, when Fergen gets the unexpected news that his parents are going through a divorce and that he and his sisters will have to move into a new home, his carefree life as a free floating fish is turned belly-up. In the end, the story offers a positive approach to help a child learn to cope with the volatility and emotional reality of divorce. Read related news now.

"When left unprocessed, these feelings can have an extremely negative effect on people and become the foundation for anxiety disorders, depression, behavioral problems, and other physiological difficulties," Iker states. He recommends that therapists and parents use Fergen as a psychological aid, to read to their patients or to their children. For parents in the process of divorcing, he suggests that each parent read Fergen to their children separately, to provide continuity and reinforcement.

Little Fergen's Fish Feelings by Charles M. Iker, LCSW, ACSW, BCD
A Tool to Educate, Entertain and Comfort Kids Experiencing the Pain of Divorce

"Charles Iker is equal parts Dr. Seuss and Dr. Phil. This absolutely gorgeous book does what the best children's stories do: educate, entertain and comfort."
—Mike Reiss, Emmy-winning writer "The Simpsons"

"Fergen's story is crafted with the care and wisdom of Charles Iker, an expert therapist who has experience with the effect of divorce on youngsters."
—Jeffrey K. Zeig, Ph.D., erickson-foundation.org

Little Fergen's Fish Feelings - Children's Books
by Charles M. Iker, LCSW, ACSW, BCD
Rufus Press• On Sale: September 27, 2019
Price: $14.99 • Pages: 40
ISBN: 978-1-73310-741-9
Visit http://www.fergensfeelings.com/
Available to pre-order on Amazon
Barnes & Noble, eBay and all major book retailers and outlets!
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K9 Resorts Honored With Top International Franchised Pet Resort Award

K9 Resorts Luxury Pet Hotel has won the first-ever IBPSA Pet Care Business Excellence Award. The prestigious award, nicknamed the Ibbys, was established by the International Boarding & Pet Services Association to honor businesses raising the bar for professionalism and success in the pet care services industry.

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"As the pet care industry continues to explode and competition increases, it's important to recognize those professionals who are setting themselves apart from the crowd," said Carmen Rustenbeck, IBPSA's founder and CEO. "Pet owners should have a gold standard to look to when choosing a pet care provider and K9 Resorts is helping set that standard."

K9 Resorts is the first recipient of this award from IBPSA. With pet professionals from around the world in attendance, the award was announced during a special evening presentation at the Seventh Annual IBPSA Pet Care Services Conference & Trade Show on Oct. 1 at the Renaissance Indian Wells Resort & Spa in California. The 2019 award recipients were determined based on a nomination and independent selection committee process. Be alert to the latest news.

"As we approach our 15th anniversary, we are honored to receive this prestigious award," said Steven Parker, co-CEO of K9 Resorts, who founded the company with his brother Jason in 2005. "We've always believed that a world-class dog resort needs to combine state-of-the-art facilities with the very best training and staff. That's what we've done at K9 Resorts, and this award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of all our franchise owners and staff."

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K9 Resorts, which has 10 resorts in operation and 29 additional locations in development, in ten states, has been named the best pet service in New Jersey by a number of publications, including New Jersey Monthly Magazine, Monmouth Health & Life Magazine and Suburban Essex.

"I've had the privilege of working with Steven and Jason Parker since they hosted their first grand opening," said Colleen Mahr, Mayor of Fanwood, New Jersey. "They've been leaders in the Fanwood community ever since, donating to a variety of local charities and supporting community initiatives, and they have been recognized for years as New Jersey's top pet resort. Our Fanwood family couldn't be more proud of K9 for reaching the world stage with this international recognition."

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ABOUT K9 Resorts Luxury Pet Hotel
K9 Resorts Luxury Pet Hotel (http://www.k9resorts.com) strives to offer the best pet care experience for all the dogs in its care and was honored with the 2019 IBPSA Pet Care Business Excellence Award. Founded in 2005, each K9 Resort is custom-designed with hospital-grade ventilation systems, antimicrobial flooring, cage-free luxury boarding and world-class, professionally trained staff members. Recommended by numerous pet professionals and several major publications, K9 Resorts is proud to lead the way in the pet hospitality industry.

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About IBPSA
The International Boarding & Pet Services Association was established to foster and support the pet care services industry and its members including the owners and managers of pet boarding and daycare facilities, veterinarians, pet sitters, dog walkers, dog trainers, and holistic pet care providers. The association provides education, certifications, resources, products, information, and legislative support to help its members succeed. As part of its commitment to education and the business of pet care, IBPSA holds an annual conference with speakers, sessions, and exhibitors dedicated to helping pet care professionals grow their business, plan for the future, and maintain personal balance. For more information on IBPSA, visit https://www.ibpsa.com.

Local Dallas Author Brigitte Gawenda Kimichik, JD Invited to Speak at Arlington Public Library Fall Book and Author Luncheon

Dallas resident and author Brigitte Gawenda Kimichik, JD has been invited to present and sign her book, Play Nice: Playground Rules for Respect in the Workplace, at the Arlington Public Library Fall Book and Author Luncheon on Thursday, October 10, 2019, at Shady Valley Country Club from 11:30 AM-1:30 PM. In Play Nice, published by Brown Books Publishing Group on May 14, 2019, Kimichik and co-author JR Tomlinson attempt to simplify the complicated workplace in the heat of the #MeToo movement by restating old playground rules that can be applied to prevent sexual harassment at work.

Both authors have 30 years of experience in male-dominated industries and want to provide solutions for both women and men to establish a respectful work environment where everyone can be dependable allies. More info here.

"We want to empower women to find courage and respect for themselves, to take ownership of themselves and do something about bad behavior...when it happens," Kimichik says. "The examples [in the book] are from our experiences, but most of them are drawn from colleagues, friends, young women who are in the environment now, and men who have been harassed too. We believe it's really important to take on the responsibility for yourself to deal with the issue right then and there and make it a teaching moment."

This event is open to the public, and the deadline to purchase tickets is Thursday, October 3, 2019. Tickets are $30.00 per person. Click here to purchase tickets. For more information about the event, please visit https://arlingtonlibrary.org/fundraising-events. For more information about the authors and their book, please visit http://www.thesandboxseries.com.

KidCheck Children’s Check-In Offers “Securing Your Children’s Area” Webinar

KidCheck, providers of secure children's check-in software, is offering a free webinar entitled "Securing Your Children's Area" on October 10, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. Mountain Time. The webinar is designed to provide insight across a variety of child safety topics to help improve child safety in organizations caring for children, such as churches, fitness centers, activity centers, camps, and daycares. Read latest news here.

The webinar provides valuable information, practical suggestions, and actionable tips which can be implemented to make an immediate positive impact on child protection and safety.

The webinar features Alex Smith, CEO of KidCheck, and Angela Lewton, KidCheck Child Protection Specialist. Topics include: creating and engaging with a security team, preparing for medical emergencies, facility security, emergency planning, lockdown procedures, gaining leadership support, and more.

"The purpose of this complimentary webinar to help leaders in child centered businesses make informed decisions by equipping them with actionable steps to improve child safety and security," said Alex Smith, KidCheck CEO.

Smith continued, "KidCheck's goal is to provide valuable information and suggestions organizations can easily implement to improve the level of child safety. We invite all those interested in learning more about improving security to join us."

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About KidCheck
KidCheck, Inc. provides secure children's check-in software and complete check-in station systems for churches, fitness facilities, activity centers, kids' camps and other organizations caring for children. KidCheck believes every child deserves a chance to grow in a safe environment, and every parent deserves peace-of-mind about the safety of their children. KidCheck is committed to delivering easy-to-use, innovative, and reliable check-in systems backed by world class support. To learn more or to request a demo visit https://www.kidcheck.com.

Proficio Capital Partners Celebrates its Five-Year Anniversary

Proficio Capital Partners, a multi-family office servicing as a high touch manager of both liquid and illiquid assets, is celebrating five years of steady growth and major accomplishments this month. Since Chief Investment Officer Bob Haber and Chief Executive Officer Matthew Wosk founded the company in October of 2014, Proficio has been recognized as one of the most innovative multi-family offices with the development of products and services focused on preserving and growing the after-tax value of family wealth.

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"The infrastructure of our firm was built with the knowledge that tax is the biggest destroyer of wealth and the political/fiscal climate (no matter what side of the aisle you are on) will continue to make this the biggest threat to our clients' wealth preservation," said CEO Matthew Wosk. "With this as our foundation, we grew from three employees to 12 highly skilled individuals offering unique products for our families, including Insurance Dedicated Funds (IDF), Opportunity Zone (OZ) investments, unique private opportunities, and creative Tax Alpha strategies for both short and long-term tax management."

The staff build-out also included the hiring of Sheldon Hanau (former Wellington Research Director) to the role of Proficio's Chief Strategy Officer earlier this year. Mr. Hanau works with current and prospective clients to develop tailored investment plans to meet individual needs. Mr. Hanau joined the Proficio Investment Committee which works to deliver unique private investment opportunities for Proficio's clientele, and collaboration with other single-family offices. Since Proficio's inception, the Investment Committee has directed various transactions in parking garages, cold storage warehousing, mineral rights, dry bulk shipping, equipment leasing, sports/entertainment management along with other investment strategies.

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Proficio continues to take the lead in developing innovative Private Placement Life Insurance (PPLI) with multiple policies, bespoke SMA programs, as well as a devoted Insurance Dedicated Fund, all with the goal of providing the highly tax efficient investment strategies families and high net worth individuals need to pass on wealth from generation to generation. As part of this commitment to the successful transfer of wealth, the team has created and conducted numerous generational educational programs, including five mini-internships for the future generation of our clients.

"Generational planning and financial knowledge are paramount to our families," said Lauren Maughan Denklau Chief Administration Officer (CAO) and Head of Investor Relations. "It's not just about getting the right asset allocation, but rather providing the next generation with the analytical tools to empower them to make thoughtful financial and philanthropic decisions."

Proficio has also entered the institutional market with its first corporate client. Proficio Chief Operating Officer, Justin Sussman noted, "We truly view clients from a holistic standpoint. It's not just their individual wealth, but rather the full mosaic of their expanded family, philanthropic initiatives, and, in some cases, their corporate endeavors." Click here to read the latest news.

"In addition to the growth in assets under management, our focus on tax efficient investing has been further validated by being named to the Financial Times 300 Top Registered Investment Advisers for two consecutive years (2018 and 2019). Within a universe of close to 13,000 independent RIA firms across the U.S. we consider this an honor and a huge accomplishment in five years," said CIO Bob Haber.

The Proficio team is also dedicated to supporting and promoting various charitable events for causes of importance to its employees and client families. In this past year, Proficio has been an active member in the community with employees volunteering at a local foodbank as well as partnering with several charities for children and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

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About Proficio Capital Partners
Proficio Capital Partners is a multi-family office located just outside Boston, Massachusetts. Founded five years ago by Bob Haber (CIO; previously at Fidelity) and Matthew Wosk (CEO; previously at Credit Suisse and Goldman Sachs), Proficio serves as a high-touch manager of both liquid and illiquid financial assets operating with high transparency to families, trustees, and administrators. The firm follows a service delivery model holding themselves as an objective provider of advice that places the interests of their clients first with a focus on wealth preservation and after-tax, after-fee, risk adjusted returns. For more information go to: http://www.proficiocap.com.

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Serenova Launches Contact Center Maturity Assessment

Serenova, a leading contact center-as-a-service (CCaaS) and workforce optimization (WFO) provider, today unveiled a free tool to help organizations assess the state of their customer service programs. The Contact Center Maturity Assessment is designed to uncover areas of strengths and weakness for customer service readiness as well as provide prescriptive guidance to elevate a contact center's current state based on individual results.

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Customer experience has become the critical competitive differentiator across industries. However, organizations are still striving to get it right. In fact, according to Vanson Bourne research, The State of the Brand Experience, 77% of survey respondents reported having had a bad customer experience within the last year when interacting with a brand. To combat this, many organizations want to better understand how the employee experiences at their own organizations stack up against companies across industries and geographies. The Contact Center Maturity Assessment tool enables organizations to benchmark their current contact center processes and tools against their peers to understand how they can create better customer experiences.

"As the frontline to the customer, a contact center can either make or break a brand's reputation. However, each contact center is only as good as the strategy and processes they have in place," said Michelle Burrows, CMO of Serenova. "Our goal with the Contact Center Maturity Assessment is to provide contact center leaders an opportunity to baseline their programs against their peers. We're then providing the insights and resources to systematically improve their customer experience programs. Organizations that set their sights on and deliver on these expectations differentiate themselves from the competition and become market leaders." Continue reading.

In partnership with Nemertes Research, the Contact Center Maturity Assessment leverages data and research from the leading analyst firm in three critical areas for contact center success: leadership and staffing; contact center technology; and agent analytics. Users of the assessment tool will answer a series of questions in each focused area to determine their organization's effectiveness across these categories. Based on responses, users will have access to additional, free resources to gain a better understanding of customer experiences in order to create a stronger strategy for future success.

For access to the Contact Center Maturity Assessment, please visit: http://www.serenova.com/cc-assessment. Read this for more information.

About Serenova
Serenova has transformed the customer experience. Over a decade ago, the company realized technology didn't exist that could deliver immediate, consistent, and exceptional service. So, it created a true cloud contact center solution that could. The result is the ability to unify everything from customer engagement to quality management to analytics. This single source of truth provides global brands insights about customer information and experiences as they pivot between channels such as SMS, voice, or Facebook Messenger.

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Whether it's technology, healthcare, or retail, brands from all industries come to Serenova for its global coverage and deep integrations into the business systems used every day. Why is this important? It creates the opportunity to keep pace with customers by quickly scaling up across the enterprise or out geographically. Recognized by analysts such as Gartner, Serenova is committed to building on an 18-year legacy leading the way in cloud-based contact center innovations. To learn more, visit http://www.serenova.com. For live updates, follow @SerenovaShine.