Jessica's Press Releases

Wednesday, November 13, 2019

A jewelry brand that was born from the desire to tell stories and unite women while transcending cultural barriers

AMMANII Jewelry was born from the desire to tell stories and unite women while transcending cultural barriers. Taking us back to the roots of jewelry, there is a shared journey of hope and revived dreams translated through every design. It's meant to provoke courage and inspire a vision of a global sisterhood with a purpose of creating a better tomorrow. AMMANII's stories overlap, and the common thread shared by the label is a desire to find fulfillment, purpose and courage. This is jewelry that builds connections because people are better together than apart; that's the core of the brand.

Read this for more information.:

https://jessicapressreleases.blogspot.com/2018/04/frederick-innovative-technology-center_30.html

Raised with a passion and eye for jewelry design, CEO and chief designer Amany Shaker, who is of Egyptian heritage, has always been fascinated by the ancient Egyptian civilization. Amany studied psychology and got her graduate degree in negotiating conflict resolution – a topic she has always been fond of. Having lived in eight different countries and worked with a global NGO for over 18 years, Amany combined her background in peace building and conflict resolution with her passion for jewelry design by creating timeless pieces, helping women understand cultures other than their own through telling stories of hope and courage.
"Each design is an ambassador of peace to tell an empowering story of connection and hope," commented Amany Shaker CEO and founder of AMMANII Jewelry.

AMMANII's S'amma collection, is named after the Arabic word "sky." This collection is an homage to the sky- the universal blanket we all live under. It is the one thing that truly and indiscriminately houses everyone under it, regardless of race, gender, religion, etc. There are no boundaries and no limits, just a never-ending connection with a protective eye watching and guarding us all.

In light of the increasing women empowerment movements, AMMANII is taking the opportunity to pay tribute to the ruling females of ancient Egypt in her Malikat = Queens Collection by telling the stories of the inspiring work they did in governing countries, leading armies and unifying their people. Always keeping the same DNA, but with a bold twist this time, Malikat features a splendid collection. By infusing historical elements with a modern approach, the attention to detail in each piece makes each one a masterpiece in its own right.
Other Press Coverage

[Previous News] [Next News]

All information are taken from the news source. We do not promise anything nor take any responsibility for anything the news owner claim. We just share the news as is. You can contact news owner directly in the message for more information.

Petite2Queen’s Top Twelve Songsters - 12 Female Music Artists Who Have Changed Our Tunes

Petite2Queen, the online virtual mentoring site for women, has announced their Top 12 Female Music Artists that made the most impact this decade. From Adele to Ariana Grande to Lizzo, here are one dozen female songsters that have defined and transformed modern music. The list was compiled by the Petite2Queen team. The original article can be seen - - here

Criteria
"These women have made their mark, whether by challenging the mainstream or by carving out a unique spot of their own," says Petite2Queen VP of Operations Amanda Whitbeck. "Each of them brought changes to popular genres, the way music is consumed and monetized, or the way women are represented in the entertainment industry." Here they are, in chronological order. See if you agree who made the cut, according to notes by the Petite2Queen team.

Nicki Minaj
"Our team loved the way she emerged as a new voice among female rappers, with her bright wigs and costumes, and the way she carved out a space in the mainstream. She continuously grows, changing her sound and look at a dizzying pace."

Adele
"Adele is a force to be reckoned with. Her music doesn't chase trends; it's old school, featuring organic instruments, soulful ballads and that amazing, all powerful voice. It was a pleasant surprise when she impacted the mainstream, already becoming one of the best-selling artists of the young century." Read related news now.

Taylor Swift
"She's one of the few female artists that made a successful transition from country music to mega mainstream stardom," comments Whitbeck. "The writing, the musicianship, it's all there. So is her prowess at being an excellent businesswomen. The industry follows her lead. She's been setting the trends for about ten years and doesn't appear to be slowing down anytime soon."

Click here to read the latest news.:

https://jessicapressreleases.blogspot.com/2018/05/eat-2-win-sports-nutrition-app-fills.html

Lana Del Rey
"Since her major label debut 'Born To Die,' Lana Del Rey has developed a sound all here own, a combination of New York cool and Old Hollywood flair. A blend of modern trip hop and retro baroque pop. She doesn't have much presence on mainstream radio, but her overall influence has made her iconic."

Sia
"Her hit 'Chandelier' made her a household name worldwide. She has also written numerous songs for other artists like Rihanna, Katy Perry, Beyoncé and Britney Spears. Moreover, Sia performs with a wig covering her face. Without the imagery that propels most artists, Sia has found success based solely on the merit of her music."

Tove Lo
"We love Tove, because she sings freely about taboo subjects such as sex and substance use. She doesn't clean up her language, she's a modern woman, and her music captures how times have evolved. She, along with Lana Del Rey, has ushered in a new era about what women can sing about."

Janelle Monáe
"The most unique and distinctive artist on our list. She's part funk, part psychedelic soul with R&B, hip hop and pop. Her themes are science fiction and afrofuturism. She's made daring albums and songs, leading some to think of her as the modern David Bowie or Prince."

Ariana Grande
"Her voice is amazing, but Ariana has changed the game in terms of being prodigious with her music releases. She has put out new songs every few weeks and seen them dominate the radio waves. Grande is altering how music is consumed, and her prolific catalog, along with her vocal talent, will ensure her force for the next decade."

Cardi B
"Cardi B has successfully fused Latin hip hop and Latin rap with English urban mainstream. No small feat. She is also bringing about changes in the way we listen to music: Her first release was only available digitally. She's been a polarizing figure the last two years, but also successful in blending her own Latin heritage into a space that's becoming increasingly mainstream."

Camila Cabello
"Camila has soared since getting her start in televised signing competitions and the girl group Fifth Harmony. After leaving the group, her 2017 release 'Havana' guaranteed her presence as a solo artist. She's part of the growing presence of Latin music in the mainstream and probably the leading lady in that space."

Billie Eilish
"Three years ago, Billie started releasing original music, pulling from electropop and avant-pop. Only seventeen, she presents herself as a cool teenager: Baggy clothes, dark colors and goth accessories are her trademarks. She represents a new generation of women finding success without relying on traditional expectations about image or sound."

Lizzo
"We love how Lizzo weaves together pop, funk, R&B and hip hop. She filters everything through a layer of empowerment and positivity. She isn't shy about her undeniably catchy music, and her music will make you shout and find humor in things. We can't wait to hear more from her in the coming years."

About PETITE2QUEEN
PETITE2QUEEN is an online resource founded by women, for women. Currently, there exists an information void in life skills and business/career insights not addressed by traditional educators or mainstream media. Enter PETITE2QUEEN, a "virtual mentor," online resource, and published book of wisdoms that can be accessed worldwide at http://www.petite2queen.com

Datacomp Publishes JLT Rent, Occupancy for Ore., Idaho, Minn., Wash., Manufactured Home Communities

Datacomp has announced the publication of its November 2019 manufactured home community rent and occupancy reports for Oregon, Idaho, Minnesota, and Washington.

JLT Market Reports provide detailed research and information on communities in 178 major housing markets throughout the United States. These include the latest rent trends and statistics, Oregon rent control and next rent increase, as well as a variety of other useful management insights.

Datacomp publishes the JLT Market Reports and is the nation's #1 provider of market data for the manufactured housing industry. JLT Market Reports are recognized as the industry standard for manufactured home community market analysis.

November 2019 manufactured housing market data published in JLT Market Reports for Oregon, Idaho, Minnesota, and Washington include information on 297 "All ages" and "55+" manufactured home communities.

Altogether, the reports on the states' manufactured home communities include data representations for 51,112 homesites.
"Average adjusted rent numbers represented in our November JLT Market Reports increases in all four states," Datacomp Co-President and Chief Business Development Officer Darren Krolewski said. "Occupancy also showed a strong upward trend in seven of the 10 markets covered, with slight decreases in three of the represented markets. "

More About JLT Market Reports
Each JLT manufactured home community rent and occupancy from Datacomp has detailed information about investment grade communities in the major markets. The detailed information includes:

JLT Market Reports also include management insights that rank communities by number of homesites, occupancy rates and highest to lowest rents. Established reports show trends in each market with a comparison of November 2019 rents and occupancy rates to November 2018, as well as a historical recap of rents and occupancy from 1996 to present date in most markets.

The November 2019 JLT Reports for Oregon, Idaho, Minnesota, and Washington manufactured home communities are available for purchase and immediate download online at the Datacomp JLT Market Report website, or they may be ordered by phone in electronic or printed editions at (800) 588-5426.

Each fully updated report for mobile home communities is a comprehensive look at investment grade properties within a market, enabling owners and managers, lenders, appraisers, brokers and other organizations to effectively benchmark those communities and make informed decisions.

About JLT Market Reports
For more than 20 years, countless professionals have trusted JLT Market Reports for timely and accurate management reports on land lease manufactur ed home communities. JLT Market Reports are currently published for 178 markets nationwide and are recognized as the industry standard for manufactured housing industry data. In 2014, JLT & Associates merged its resources, skills, and expertise with Datacomp, the industry's oldest and largest national manufactured home appraisal company and number one provider of market data for the manufactured housing industry, and MHVillage, the premier website for advertising mobile homes for rent and sale nationwide. For more information, or to purchase complete JLT Market Reports, call (800) 588-5426 or visit http://www.datacompusa.com/JLT.

WaterField Unveils Executive Leather Laptop Briefcase for New Apple 16-inch MacBook Pro

WaterField Designs, a San Francisco designer-manufacturer of custom laptop sleeves, bags, and cases for digital gear, debuts the Executive Leather Laptop Briefcase, a premium work bag reminiscent of an old-world briefcase handed down through generations but with modern functionality for the high-tech era. Each Executive Leather Laptop Briefcase is crafted from a single full-grain leather American Bison or cow hide for a consistent tone within each unique bag. With a padded laptop compartment designed to hold Apple's new 16-inch MacBook Pro, a padded tablet compartment, efficient pockets, and three carry options, the Executive Leather Laptop Briefcase ushers old-world artisanship into the digital age.

"We were drawn to the America Bison leather's variable pebbled grain and stunning luster. As an American manufacturer, we appreciate that it's an historic American leather sourced only in North America," said company owner Gary Waterfield. "The bag's simple silhouette showcases this durable leather's head-turning beauty, while its modern details and functionality make it a fitting bag for contemporary professionals."

In our increasingly disposable society, the American-Made Executive Leather Laptop Briefcase is a durable handcrafted bag, built to last. Thick, supple leather gives the bag structure. A clean aesthetic highlights its premium materials. Unique hardware, thoughtful design details, and tech-friendly features make this laptop briefcase a statement piece that will withstand the test of time.

Three carry options keep users comfortable and looking sharp whether rushing to board meetings, commuting, or dashing through airports. Dual leather handles attach to rivet-secured triangular hardware that add a touch of the geometric modernist art aesthetic. These handles swivel fully outward granting unobstructed access to the main compartment and pockets. A comfortable removable shoulder strap includes a detachable sliding leather pad that keeps the strap in place. A wheeled suitcase passthrough makes navigating airports a breeze.

Features at a glance:

For the new Apple 16-inch MacBook Pro, WaterField offers custom-fit MacBook Pro Sleeves including the SleeveCase, Suede Jacket Sleeve, Dash Sleeve, Vero Leather Laptop Sleeve, and Outback Solo.

Availability & Pricing
Executive Leather Laptop Briefcase
Price: $449.
Colors and materials: black full-grain American Bison leather or full-grain chocolate cowhide. All-metal hardware. Nylon shoulder strap with matching full-grain leather removable shoulder pad. Water-resistant zippers.
Dimensions: 16 x 11.25 x 4 inches. Black 2.5 lbs. Brown 2.8 lbs.
Padded laptop compartment fits up to an Apple 16-inch MacBook Pro.
Padded tablet compartment fits up a 12.9-inch iPad Pro or similar tablet.

Pre-order now. Shipping begins December 6, 2019.

About WaterField Designs
WaterField Designs is an innovative San Francisco designer and manufacturer of bags and cases for tech-savvy consumers who want to stylishly and responsibly transport their technology. WaterField manufactures custom-fitted, high-quality cases and bags for a full-range of laptop computers, smartphones, tablets, gaming devices and other digital gear. All products are manufactured to exacting standards entirely in San Francisco. More information at "Our Story."

WaterField Designs, SFBags, Executive Leather Laptop Briefcase, SleeveCase, Dash Sleeve, Suede Jacket Sleeve, and Vero Leather Sleeve are trademarks of WaterField Designs. © 2019. All Rights Reserved. Other company and product names may be trademarks of their respective owners.

Read related news now.:

https://jessicapressreleases.blogspot.com/2018/05/texas-fertility-center-and-ovation.html

Spreedly Receives $75 Million Growth Investment from Spectrum Equity

Spreedly, the leading provider of software that enables high growth and global businesses to optimize their online and mobile payments operations through a single API connection, announced a $75 million growth investment from Spectrum Equity. The investment will be used to accelerate product development and to support the company's global expansion plans. Read all the latest news.

Spreedly enables customers to securely capture and store cardholder data in their Spreedly vault, and then use tokenized payment details from their vault to transact across hundreds of 3rd party payments and e-commerce service connections that Spreedly supports. Historically, high performance global and cross border payment processing was only available to the largest global e-commerce merchants who dedicate significant time and resources to build out their payments operations and to maintain multi-vendor relationships. With Spreedly, businesses of all sizes can rapidly scale and optimize their payments operations through a single, easy to deploy and maintain API connection.

Spreedly's platform enables payments flexibility and redundancy by allowing customers to route transactions through virtually any combination of payment services without ever touching end-consumer card data. This results in faster time-to-market globally and a reduced compliance burden. Customers also use Spreedly to continuously monitor and optimize their transaction success rates. That results in better customer purchase experiences, increased revenue and lower payments processing and operations costs. More info here.

"Businesses that conduct online and mobile commerce know that payments are a critical, strategic priority that they must get right," said Justin Benson, Spreedly CEO. "Our platform helps customers unlock their online and mobile revenue streams. With this investment from Spectrum Equity, we are positioned to extend our leadership globally, in particular to leverage our momentum in Latin America. We're excited to bring Spectrum's experience working with other high growth FinTech and commerce platforms to bear as we execute on our growth plans." Read news here.

"Spreedly is uniquely positioned to address the online and mobile payments challenges of fast growing and global businesses," added Adam Margolin, Managing Director at Spectrum Equity. "With minimal prior funding, Spreedly has grown rapidly and today powers nearly one million transactions daily, 108% more than the year before, on behalf of its customers. We are thrilled to have this opportunity to back Justin and the rest of the Spreedly team and to support their ambitious growth plans."

Read related news here.:

https://jessicapressreleases.blogspot.com/2018/05/mt-hood-community-college-to-host.html

Michael Radonich, Vice President at Spectrum Equity added, "Spreedly allows its customers to rapidly onboard and integrate with a broad range of payment services via an API-based platform that is truly distinctive in the market today. This approach has resonated with many of the world's fastest growing and most dynamic e-commerce businesses, more than doubling Spreedly's enterprise annual recurring revenue over the past twelve months." Continue reading.

About Spreedly
We unlock payments for the world's most innovative businesses. Global enterprises and hyper-growth companies grow their online and mobile revenue faster by relying on our payments infrastructure. Hundreds of customers worldwide secure card data in our PCI compliant vault and use tokenized card data to enable and optimize nearly $14 billion of annual transaction volumes with virtually any payment service globally. All through a single API. Notable customers include Rappi, Cabify, Hopper, Chargebee and SeatGeek. Spreedly is headquartered in downtown Durham, NC.

About Spectrum Equity
Spectrum Equity is a leading growth equity firm providing capital and strategic support to innovative companies in the information economy. For over 25 years, the firm has partnered with proven entrepreneurs and management teams to build long-term value in market-leading software, information services and Internet companies. Representative investments include Ancestry, Bats Global Markets, Definitive Healthcare, Ethoca, GoodRx, Grubhub, Lynda.com, SurveyMonkey and Verafin. For more information, including a complete list of portfolio investments, visit http://www.spectrumequity.com.

AutoiPacket adds Sean Ryan as President, Business Development

In the coming months, dealers can expect an even higher level of service from the growing team at AutoiPacket. Coming on board to lead the sales and account management team, Sean Ryan is bolstered by an impressive background of luxury automotive experience.

Embarking on this new role, Ryan will bring an abundance of industry connections as well as OEM expertise. His background in running day-to-day field operations at one of America's top luxury brands, MBUSA, will fuel process and team growth to advance client satisfaction.

"I've worked with the dealer network throughout my career in various capacities and thoroughly enjoy finding ways to help dealers grow their business. With my OEM background, I understand the current and future challenges the dealer network is facing and look forward to the opportunity to help bridge the gap with a seamless, transparent sales process," said Ryan. He added that "company culture at AutoiPacket—a collective spirit of continuing innovation in the automotive space—aligns with my vision for the future of the business."

Ryan was a valued member of MBUSA for eight years, holding positions as Area Manager, Regional Franchise Manager, Sales Operations Manager, Aftersales Operations Manager, and Sales and Service Analyst. During his career at MBUSA, Sean worked closely with dealer principals and general managers across 90+ dealerships in the Central U.S. to complete various initiatives, including converting all dealerships to the new Autohaus facility requirements, processing Buy/Sells, upholding brand standards, and most recently leading the sales and service field teams for Area B of the Central Region. He also spent two years with Chrysler as a District Sales Manager across the Great Lakes Region. Click here to read the latest news.

AutoiPacket Co-founder and CEO, Seve Astorg takes a measured approach when it comes to growing his team. After getting to know Ryan and his industry experience, it was clear he was the right fit. "Sean brings a depth of knowledge and OEM experience to our growing company that I am confident will serve our organization and dealer partners well. We couldn't be more excited to have Sean joining our leadership team," Astorg said.

About AutoiPacket

Founded in 2012, AutoiPacket is a leading provider of digital documentation collection, presentation, and delivery solutions for the automotive industry. The company's cloud-based solutions help automotive dealers provide shoppers with a transparent digital vehicle-purchasing experience. AutoiPacket currently partners with nearly 1K dealer partners and is headquartered in Morgantown, WV. For more information, visit http://www.autoipacket.com or follow the company on Instagram and Facebook. Read related news here.

Insider Tips for Smart Holiday Shopping

With long lists and tight budgets, holiday shoppers are making their list and checking it twice this season. In fact, 87 percent of consumers check multiple sites when shopping online. But how do shoppers know if they are getting the best price? Recently, Smart Shopping Expert Trae Bodge and Zulily's Claire Magruder teamed with YourUpdateTV to discuss some insider tips for smart holiday shopping.

A video accompanying this announcement is available at: https://youtu.be/ODKqTPzYils

For most, getting started is the hardest part. Start by making a list of gift recepients and determine how much each gift should cost. Then, tally the costs and determine the shopping budget. Also, be aware of money-saving resources. For instance, from October 2nd to December 19th, Zulily is launching the Best Price Promise to help shoppers find the best deals out there. Consumers can compare products that are also sold on Amazon or Walmart and Zulily will match the lowest price.

Each day at Zulily, they launch a hundred new curated sales featuring thousands of great products up to 70 percent off. Most shoppers perceive Amazon or Walmart to have the lowest prices, but in fact, Zulily has lower prices 97% of the time. With Zulily's Best Price Promise, they are taking on the onus of comparison shopping this holiday season and bringing transparency to shoppers with deals that save them $5-$10 on every item under the tree. Saving time and money means more time to spend with loved ones, and that's what the holidays are all about.

In terms of the hottest holiday gifts, there are a lot of options, including everything from these cozy slippers from Muk Luks to these fun art sets from Crayola, which start at just $19.99. Shoppers are also gravitating toward gravity blankets — like these ones from Millihome available at Zulily — and unique learning systems for kids such as this Coding Critters Interactive Coding Toy from Learning Resources.

For more information on the Zulily Best Price Promise check out the Zulily app or visit Zulily.com. Read this for more information.

About Trae Bodge:
Trae Bodge is an accomplished lifestyle journalist and TV commentator who specializes in smart shopping, personal finance, lifestyle, parenting and retail. In addition to monthly "Best Buys" segments on local network stations in New York City and Washington, DC, she has appeared on dozens of TV shows, including Rachael Ray, Inside Edition, CNBC and network affiliates nationwide. Trae has been named a Top Voice in Retail by LinkedIn and a top personal finance expert by GoBankingRates and FlexJobs. She is a contributing editor at Woman's Day magazine and her writing and expert commentary have appeared in Forbes, USNews.com, Kiplinger, Marketwatch, MSN, Yahoo Finance and numerous others.

About Claire Magruder:
Claire constantly has her eye on what's next. Whether it's the best new look for an upcoming event, that necklace you just have to have, or a bigger-picture look at this season's trends, Claire is our go-to for fashion and style advice. Claire has a background in styling and design, with published work in the likes of Martha Stewart Living, Good Housekeeping, OK Magazine, Seattle Magazine and more. Her television and film work includes Boardwalk Empire, The Big C, The Today Show, The Martha Stewart Show, Winter's Tale and more. Claire is also the founder and author of the blog "That Pleasant Surprise," which focuses on finding the beauty in our everyday lives.

More info here.:

https://jessicapressreleases.blogspot.com/2018/05/mothers-day-comes-with-triple-bonus-for.html