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Man disguised as delivery driver stole from Vegas hotels, police say

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A man who allegedly posed as a delivery driver to steal from Las Vegas casinos was arrested earlier this month and will face a court hearing scheduled for Wednesday, police said. Reported by FOXNews.com 6 hours ago.

👉 Elizabeth Warren Condemned Trump in Reno. He Answered in Las Vegas With a Slur. via Hvper.com

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Star Wars: Hans Solo blaster fetches stellar price at Las Vegas auction

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An original Han Solo blaster used in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi has sold for $550,000 (€471,000) at a Las Vegas auction. Julien's Auctions says American franchise Believe It or Not bought the coveted item on Saturday. Reported by Deutsche Welle 5 hours ago.

Han Solo's 'Return of the Jedi' Blaster Sells for $550K at Auction

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Han Solo's Blaster from the Return of the Jedi has sold for $550,000 at a Las Vegas auction. Julien's Auctions says Ripley's Believe It... Reported by Billboard.com 24 minutes ago.

Han Solo's blaster from Return of the Jedi tops auction

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Han Solo's blaster from the Return of the Jedi has sold for $550,000 US at a Las Vegas auction. Reported by CBC.ca 35 minutes ago.

Trump calls Jewish congresswoman 'Wacky Jacky' at Nevada rally

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Trump was in Las Vegas to assist Dean Heller, the only Republican U.S. senator seeking re-election in a state that Democrat Hillary Clinton won in 2016 Reported by Haaretz 15 minutes ago.

WNBA Capsules

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LAS VEGAS (AP) Maya Moore scored 23 and Sylvia Fowles added 20 to help the Minnesota Lynx beat the Las Vegas Aces 88-73 on Sunday. Reported by FOX Sports 16 hours ago.

DIGITAL HEALTH BRIEFING: Baidu's AI algorithm improves cancer detection — Lyft offers free rides to cancer patients — Ascension bets on automation

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DIGITAL HEALTH BRIEFING: Baidu's AI algorithm improves cancer detection — Lyft offers free rides to cancer patients —  Ascension bets on automation Welcome to DIGITAL HEALTH BRIEFING, the newsletter providing the latest news, data, and insight on how digital technology is disrupting the healthcare ecosystem, produced by Business Insider Intelligence.

Have feedback? We'd like to hear from you. Write me at: lbeaver@businessinsider.com

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*BAIDU APPLIES MACHINE LEARNING ALGORITHM TO CANCER DETECTION: *Chinese tech giant Baidu has open-sourced a machine learning algorithm that more accurately detects tumors in pathology slides, the company announced Monday. Baidu’s algorithm automates a process that requires radiologists to meticulously analyze medical images — this could serve as a valuable clinical decision support tool by reducing diagnostic errors, expediting the tumor detection process, and freeing up hospital staff to focus on care.

With AI on the verge of breaking into healthcare — 85% of US health executives believe AI will have a central role in healthcare within the next three years — medical imaging will likely be one of the first services disrupted. And Baidu’s not the only tech giant looking to leverage its machine learning expertise to break into the lucrative healthcare market. Google researchers have been exploring how deep learning can process chest x-rays to identify diseases, for example.

*In a recent interview with Business Insider Intelligence,* *Yi Li, lead author of Baidu’s study, identified three trends to watch as AI arrives in healthcare:*

· *Tech giants’ data analytics expertise will play an important role in applying AI to healthcare.* Alibaba, Alphabet, Amazon, and Baidu could all bring their experience applying AI and cloud-computing to consumer data for a growing role in healthcare.
· *Machine learning could turn smartphones into powerful diagnostic tools. *Machine learning processes that are baked into smartphones are becoming increasingly sophisticated — Li pointed to a recent Stanford study that demonstrated how machine learning-equipped smartphones can identify skin cancer from images of skin lesions with clinical accuracy.
· *The adoption of AI in healthcare may be hindered by regulation. *The sensitive regulation of medical records means patient data isn't easily accessible, which could create barriers to AI adoption.

*Not a Business Insider Intelligence subscriber? Check to see if your company has access.*

*LYFT EXPANDS PROGRAM OFFERING FREE TRANSPORTATION TO CANCER CARE: *Lyft is expanding its Road to Recovery program — launched in conjunction with the American Cancer Society — which offers cancer patients free rides to and from treatment, per Fortune. The program is already available in Miami and Las Vegas, and will now expand to 10 major US cities, including Atlanta, Philadelphia, and Los Angeles. Road to Recovery makes use of Lyft’s Concierge app, which allows providers to request non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) for their patients.

*NEMT can help providers and payers put a dent in the $150 billion in annual healthcare costs that arise from missed appointments. *Nearly 4 million Americans miss out on care annually due to transportation barriers, and national appointment no-show rates are as high as 30%, according to SCI Solutions. This accounts for a big chunk of foregone revenue for providers, as each unused time slot costs physicians $200. And payers bear the costs as well — patients who miss out on preventative care might be more likely to end up in the ER, forcing insurers to pay out more in the long run.

*Uber and Lyft have both been expanding their healthcare efforts.* In May 2017, Lyft partnered with Blue Cross Blue Shield Association to offer members in isolated areas free access to care, according to Fortune. In March 2018, Uber unveiled Uber Health, a platform that enables providers to coordinate transportation for their patients. And Circulation, an NEMT digital platform, teamed up with diagnostic AI chatbot Buoy Health in May 2018 to help deliver users to care. These players likely hope that filling an unmet need for NEMT will make them attractive partners to providers and insurers.

*ASCENSION BETS ON AUTOMATION AMID RESTRUCTURING: *US health system Ascension Health is turning to automation as it works to find its footing in a landscape colored by thinning profit margins, according to Healthcare Dive. Ascension’s new enterprise venture, dubbed Agilify, aims to help healthcare businesses automate repetitive, labor-intensive tasks. While it’s unclear which healthcare functions Agilify will target, there’s no shortage of opportunities — Business Insider Intelligence estimates that up to 73% of healthcare admin tasks could be automated by AI, such as appointment scheduling and insurance checking. Automation has already helped one Ascension subsidiary achieve a 10% year-over-year (YoY) cost reduction for more than five years.

US hospitals are feeling the squeeze of rising costs, dwindling reimbursements from the government and payers, and a muddled regulatory environment — hospital operating cash flow margin, a signal of financial strength, hit a ten-year low in 2017, according to the Wall Street Journal. Health systems like Ascension are adjusting by emphasizing digital solutions like automation and virtual care, which can reduce admin expenses, streamline operations and expand the number of access points it has to its customers. Ascension sold one of its hospitals and announced a greater focus on telemedicine in April 2018 after annual operating income fell 27% YoY in 2017.

*HEALTH SYSTEM IMPROVES WORKFLOW WITH MEDICATION MANAGEMENT SYSTEM:* Massachusetts-based health system Valley Medical Group instituted an automated medication management system that reduced the number of prescription refill requests submitted to physicians or clinical staff by 80%, according to Healthcare IT News. Physicians spend up to 30 minutes per day on prescription refill requests — to address this time spend, Valley Medical integrated healthfinch, Inc's medication management system into its existing electronic health record (EHR) platform and automated prescription refill protocols. The result was an expedited refill process, reduced physician workload, and more efficient usage of resources — a single clerical staff member can now handle 60% of requests.

*EHRs are a sore spot for providers* — more than 70% of primary care physicians cite EHRs as greatly contributing to burnout, according to a Stanford Medicine survey. Automating processes like prescription requests can reduce physicians' time spent filling out EHRs, which could help to mitigate burnout and free up time for patient-facing roles or more complex activities. Health systems will face a growing urgency to invest in tech that streamlines workflow —  the US physician shortage is set to swell to 120,000 physicians by 2030, further straining doctors and likely exacerbating burnout. As AI is capable of automating 78% of healthcare admin — which accounts for 30% of health costs — there will likely be an influx of AI-enabled systems that target admin tasks in the future.

*IN OTHER NEWS:*

· *Omada Health,* a San Francisco-based digital therapeutics startup, is adding new programs to its platform to help customers manage type 2 diabetes and hypertension, according to Healthcare Dive. Omada launched the largest-ever randomized control trial of diabetes prevention with a virtual program in January 2018.
· The *FDA *announced updates to its pre-certification model for software, encouraging smaller health tech companies to apply and loosening the eligibility guidelines for companies applying to the faster Level 2 pathway, according to Healthcare Analytics News. Originally launched in 2017, the program aims to accelerate the introduction and marketing of innovative products and give the FDA oversight of software solutions that historically sit outside of its authority.
· *Purdue University* researchers developed a sensor-embedded contact lens that can monitor glucose levels, according to MobiHealthNews. The researchers envision the lens helping diabetes patients better manage their conditions.

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True Leaf Pet Receives National Animal Supplement Council (NASC) Certification (news with additional features)

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*True Leaf Pet Receives National Animal Supplement Council (NASC) Certification *

The company's hemp-based pet supplements will be showcased with the NASC Quality Seal this week at SuperZoo - North America's premier pet retail event

*See also PDF with product picture.*

*VERNON, BC* - *June 25, 2018* - True Leaf Medicine International Ltd. ("*True Leaf*") (CSE: MJ) (FSE: TLA) (OTCQB: TRLFF), a plant-forward wellness brand for people and their pets, announced today it has received National Animal Supplement Council (NASC) certification for its True Hemp(TM) line of hemp-seed based pet supplements.

The NASC Quality Seal program was developed after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's 21CFR111 regulations for human dietary supplements, and the Food Safety Modernization Act, to give buyers and pet parents peace of mind that the products they are giving their beloved pets have passed rigorous certification standards.

True Leaf received the NASC Seal after successfully passing a thorough quality audit and documentation review. As part of the certification, NASC ensures stringent ingredient qualification, quality production processes, adverse event reporting procedures, continuous product and data monitoring, and allowable product claims.

The newly certified True Hemp(TM) products will be on display this week at SuperZoo, North America's most-attended pet business event, being held June 26-28, 2018, at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, Nevada.

"NASC is one of the highest-level certifications in the pet industry," said Darcy Bomford, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of True Leaf. "Our True Hemp(TM) products will now display the NASC Seal meaning True Leaf has committed to the highest current standards of quality and safety in the animal supplement industry today."

True Leaf Pet, a division of True Leaf, pioneered hemp-seed based pet supplements that provide calming support, promote hip and joint health, and help immune and heart function. The company's True Hemp(TM) line is one of the first hemp-seed based pet products to be marketed worldwide.

True Hemp(TM) dog chews, dental sticks, and supplement oils are now sold in more than 1,800 stores across North America and Europe.

True Leaf Pet hemp-seed based pet supplements are also available on Amazon and at www.trueleafpet.com.

Visit the True Leaf Pet team this week at SuperZoo at Booth 1070 in Hall F.

*About True Leaf*

True Leaf is a plant-forward wellness brand for people and their pets. Founded in 2013, True Leaf has two main operating divisions: True Leaf Medicine Inc. and True Leaf Pet Inc.

True Leaf Medicine Inc. is in the final stages of approval to become a licensed producer of federally-approved medicinal cannabis for the Canadian market. The license is subject to a Health Canada inspection to allow for the production, manufacture, and distribution of cannabis products upon the completion of True Leaf Campus: the company's cannabis cultivation facility being built in Lumby, British Columbia. Construction is expected to be completed in fall 2018.

Established in 2015, True Leaf Pet Inc. is one of the first companies to market hemp-based products for pets worldwide. The company is initially marketing a line of hemp-seed based supplements for pets. True Hemp(TM) chews, dental sticks, and supplement oils are sold in more than 1,800 stores across North America and Europe.

www.trueleaf.com

*About the National Animal Supplement Council (NASC)*

The National Animal Supplement Council is a nonprofit industry group dedicated to protecting and enhancing the health of companion animals and horses throughout the U.S. The NASC was formed in 2001 when a complicated and erratic regulatory environment threatened the multibillion-dollar animal supplement industry.

The NASC Quality Seal program was initiated as part of our ongoing effort to improve and standardize the industry. Different from the NASC logo, members must earn permission to display the Quality Seal by agreeing to adhere to NASC's quality standards, and by submitting to an independent audit to ensure compliance with our rigorous quality system requirements.

When you see the Quality Seal on a product, you can trust it comes from a reputable company that has successfully passed an independent quality audit. Look for the Quality Seal wherever you purchase animal supplements.

www.nasc.cc

*Media Contact:*

Paul Sullivan
Director, Public Relations
Paul@trueleaf.com
O: 604-685-4742
M: 604-603-7358

*Investor Contact:*

Kevin Bottomley (Canada)
Director and Corporate Relations
Kevin@trueleaf.com
M: 778-389-9933

Tirth Patel (US)
Edison Advisors
tpatel@edisongroup.com
O: 646-653-7035

*Follow True Leaf *

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*Forward-Looking Statements*

This news release contains forward-looking statements and management may make additional forward-looking statements in response to your questions. Such written and oral disclosures are made pursuant to the Safe Harbor provision of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and True Leaf hereby claims such safe harbour protection for all forward-looking statements. True Leaf believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions; however, True Leaf's actual results and performance and the value of its securities could differ materially from those set forth in the forward-looking statements due to the impact of many factors summarized in the "Risk Factors" section of True Leaf's Offering Circular Form 1-A filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and Canadian securities regulatory authorities and other discussions of risk factors contained in True Leaf's periodic filings or supplements to the offering circular. True Leaf's Offering Circular Form 1-A can be found at www.trueleaf.com/pages/investor. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. True Leaf undertakes no obligation to update or revise any such information for any reason after the date of this presentation unless required by law.

 

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Flywire Executive to Speak at HFMA on Healthcare Receivables

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When Common Collection Practices Fall Short: How Hospitals Must Change to Address the Patient’s Role as the New Payer

BOSTON, June 25, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Flywire OnPlan Health executive vice president and general manager John Talaga will be a featured presenter at the 2018 Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) Annual Conference taking place next week in Las Vegas. Talaga will co-present with OnPlan Health client Lori Weedon, corporate director of revenue cycle at Munson Healthcare. The case study session will look at the expanding role and responsibility of patients in healthcare payments and how this impacts providers and their collections and receivables processes.HFMA is the nation's premier membership organization for healthcare finance leaders. The 2018 annual conference runs June 24-27^th at the Venetian-Palazzo Sands Expo and brings together executives from across the nation to solve complex operational issues, learn from their peers and industry leaders, and get the tools they need to influence change and address challenges.  

Flywire OnPlan Health is a leader in responsive payment solutions that are changing the way hospitals engage with patients and collect out-of-pocket balances. By joining forces with Flywire in January 2018, OnPlan became the first all-in-one payment solution to enable providers to conveniently process any payment, international or domestic.

Conference Session Details:

*When Common Collection Practices Fall Short: How Hospitals Must Change to Address the Patient’s Role as the New Payer*

Wednesday, June 27, 2018: 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
Venetian-Palazzo Sands Expo
Room: Venetian B Session Number: CS2B

Presenters:
John Talaga, EVP and GM, Flywire OnPlan Health
Lori Weedon, Corporate Director, Revenue Cycle, Munson Healthcare

This case study session will focus on the organizational struggles related to collections, including the rapidly growing patient responsibility that has outpaced patients’ ability to pay. It will also look at the strategies, considerations, and lessons learned by Munson Healthcare as it transitioned to a new collection program. Attendees will have the opportunity to examine the pros and cons of various approaches and develop a personal “payment utopia” for their own organization. They will also examine the cultural and operational considerations of a technology-enabled workflow, review payment support and digital automation technologies being used by health systems, and identify different blends of new and traditional collection approaches.

*About Flywire*
Flywire is a provider of global payment and receivables solutions, connecting over 1,400 businesses and institutions with their customers on six continents. The company processes billions in payments per year around the world. Flywire offers a comprehensive suite of products including OnPlan, a domestic billing and payment solution for pre-collection and payment plans. The company also supports its clients with end-to-end customer support including multilingual servicing via phone, email, and chat, as well as around-the-clock online payment tracking. Flywire is headquartered in Boston and has offices in Chicago, London and Manchester (UK), Valencia (Spain), Shanghai, Singapore, Tokyo, Cluj (Romania), and Sydney. For more information, visit www.Flywire.com.

CONTACT: Media Contacts:
for Flywire
Tim Walsh
617.512.1641
timw@walshgroupmarketing.com Reported by GlobeNewswire 5 hours ago.

International Endeavors to Open Showroom in Las Vegas

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TEMECULA, Calif., June 25, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via OTC PR WIRE -- Plans are underway for International Endeavors Corporation (OTC: IDVV) to open a showroom in Las Vegas to demonstrate the Off Grid Grow Laboratory (OGGL). A new prototype is being designed specifically for this purpose. Each OGGL can grow up to 100 marijuana plants at a time, making it one of the most efficient designs for a container grow room.The OGGL is unique in its ability to operate in locations that have extreme temperatures due to it sophisticated use of insulation and its powerful climate-control system. The OGGL works just as well in the soaring heat of the desert of Las Vegas as it does in the freezing temperatures found in Canada. Growers enjoy the flexibility of placing an OGGL anywhere they want and that the entire system can be monitored remotely using a smartphone.

The cost of electricity is one of the main expenses for any growing operation. The OGGL is solar powered to reduce this expense to zero. This means the equipment reaches breakeven profitability much sooner and thereafter the income produced from a harvest is almost pure profits (less the cost of any labor for operations).

Marketing Director for International Endeavors Corporation, William Vinson, said, “Having an OGGL in Las Vegas will make it convenient for potential customers to see a unit in operation and learn more about the equipment by visiting the Vegas showroom in person. The OGGL is the first growing laboratory of its kind in the world to fully incorporate solar-power in its turnkey, ready-to-grow design.”

About the OGGL: The OGGL is the first purpose-built, self-contained, off-grid growing laboratory. Built in a low-cost shipping container, the OGGL has integrated solar modules and lithium-phosphate batteries coupled with a generator backup to supply uninterrupted power to the grow room. The OGGL has been configured for the three stages of the growing process, which are: vegetative, flowering, and cloning.

Off Grid Grow Lab Demo
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1f7TnB45Iipbz1rrrrnTyFsGVjYym82ms/view

About International Endeavors Corporation (OTC stock symbol:IDVV)
International Endeavors Corporation focuses on building intellectual property and making equipment sales in the Medical Marijuana and Legal Cannabis Industry through the creation of off-grid grow labs, biomedical devices, clean-energy solutions, and patented devices. The company is also engaged in locating and acquiring established companies, brands, and technologies. The company’s real estate portfolio includes commercial property, agricultural land, and buildings.

Forward-Looking Statements are included within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All statements regarding our expected future financial  position, results of operations, cash flows, financing plans, business strategy, products and services, competitive positions, growth opportunities, plans and objectives of management for future operations, including words such as "anticipate,""if,""believe,""plan,""estimate," "expect,""intend,""may,""could,""should,""will," and other similar expressions are forward-looking statements and involve risks, uncertainties and contingencies, many of which are beyond our control, which may cause actual results, performance, or achievements to differ materially from anticipated results, performance, or achievements. International Endeavors Corporation (IDVV) is under no obligation to (and expressly disclaim any such obligation to) update or alter our forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

Contact:
William Vinson, Marketing Director
Phone: 1-702-473-4477
Nate Engel, CEO
Phone: 1-951-296-1024
Email: nate@internationalendeavorscorp.com
Source: International Endeavors Corporation Reported by GlobeNewswire 5 hours ago.

South American Gold Corp. (OTC:SAGD) Announces the Reduction in the Amount of Issued and Outstanding Shares by 200,000,000 Common Shares

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LAS VEGAS, June 25, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Via OTC PR Wire – South American Gold Corp. (OTC Pinks:SAGD) (“South American Gold” or “Company”) a company shifting its focus toward the acquisition and implementation of cannabis products is pleased to announce the reduction of 200,000,000 (Two Hundred Million) Common shares of the company’s Issued and Outstanding, reducing it from 745,350,021 shares to 545,350,021 shares. These shares will be delivered back to Treasury and will be confirmed with the Transfer Agent, Transfer Online, Inc. and OTC Markets.com will be updated to reflect this reduction.   “With the current transition of our business model, management decided to significantly reduce the share structure which will add value for existing and future shareholders.  We are committed to a long- term strategy that will increase shareholder confidence in what we are executing,” stated Gary Austin, Director of the Company.  “We strive to maximize our intrinsic value and continue to enhance upon on our initial success and potential growth.  We realize that this will occur with diligent execution of corporate milestones and our initial decision is to reduce the outstanding shares and maintain our commitment to long term success.”

Mr. Austin further stated, “the new structure of shares outstanding is an exciting next step in the revamping of our business model. We are working with all shareholders to reduce convertible debt during this transition.  Our goal is to create a long-term investment that is seamless and resilient for all existing and future shareholders.”

*About South American Gold Corp*.

South American Gold Corp (SAGD) is an operational management company focused on enhancing shareholder value by acquiring and operating under valued cannabis and tech assets.

Corporate Website: www.sagdcorp.co

Media contact: info@sagdcorp.co

General contact: info@sagdcorp.co

Safe Harbor Statement

This press release contains forward-looking statements that can be identified by terminology such as "believes,""expects,""potential,""plans,""suggests,""may,""should,""could,""intends," or similar expressions. Many forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results to be materially different from any future results or implied by such statements. These factors include, but are not limited to, our ability to continue to enhance our products and systems to address industry changes, our ability to expand our customer base and retain existing customers, our ability to effectively compete in our market segment, the lack of public information on our company, our ability to raise sufficient capital to fund our business, operations, our ability to continue as a going concern, and a limited public market for our common stock, among other risks. Many factors are difficult to predict accurately and are generally beyond the company's control. Forward-looking statements speak only as to the date they are made and we do not undertake to update forward-looking statements to reflect circumstances or events that occur after the date the forward-looking statements are made. Reported by GlobeNewswire 4 hours ago.

Alera Group Acquires Second Nevada Firm

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Alera Group Acquires Menath Insurance

DEERFIELD, Ill. (PRWEB) June 25, 2018

Alera Group, a leading national employee benefits, property and casualty, risk management and wealth management firm, has acquired Menath Insurance. Terms of the transactions were not announced.

Menath Insurance, headquartered in Incline Village, Nevada, is a comprehensive insurance firm that has been serving clients in the western United States for over 33 years with a service team who cumulatively boasts over 200 years of experience working with businesses, non-profits and individuals. The firm also has offices in Reno, NV, South Lake Tahoe, NV, and Susanville, CA.

“Menath Insurance is a powerful, exciting addition to Alera Group,” said Alan Levitz, CEO of Alera Group. “They are an excellent fit for our collaborative national culture, and we look forward to the addition of their expertise to our national service offerings.”

Today’s announcement comes on the heels of Alera Group’s acquisition of Las Vegas-based Kaercher Insurance just last week.

Alera Group was formed in early 2017 and is one of the nation’s foremost independent insurance agencies and privately-held employee benefits firms. For more information on partnering with Alera Group, visit Partnership Opportunities at http://www.aleragroup.com.

About Alera Group
Based in Deerfield, IL, Alera Group’s over 1,000 employees serve thousands of clients nationally in employee benefits, property and casualty, risk management and wealth management. Alera Group is the 15th largest independent insurance agency and the 7th largest independent employee benefits firm in the country. For more information, visit http://www.aleragroup.com or follow Alera Group on Twitter: @AleraGroupUS.

M&A Contact
Rob Lieblein, Chief Development Officer
Email: rob.lieblein(at)aleragroup.com
Phone: 717-329-2451 Reported by PRWeb 3 hours ago.

Yamaha DZR/DXS-XLF Series Powered Loudspeakers and Subwoofers Win Best of Show Award at InfoComm 2018

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High performance, powerful processor and Dante integration draw plaudits from judges

BUENA PARK, Calif. (PRWEB) June 25, 2018

Yamaha Corporation of America recently announced that the Yamaha DZR/DXS-XLF Series, the next generation of loudspeakers and subwoofers, earned a Best of Show Award from Future Pro Audio Group, honoring outstanding products exhibited at the InfoComm Show June 6-8 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

Future’s Best of Show Awards are judged from submitted nominations by a panel of engineers and industry experts. The criteria used to gauge winners include ease of installation and use/maintenance, performance, relevance, value/ROI, network friendliness, versatility and reliability.

The DZR line of powered speakers, along with the DXS-XLF powered subwoofers, use high-performance components and the latest DSP to provide superior audio quality. The DZR and DXS series are also available with Dante integration. These “D” models incorporate smart system integration with Yamaha Consoles and other Dante devices via a 2in/2out I/O configuration. Using the Analog I/O and the Dante break-IN and break-OUT capabilities inside these speakers makes flexible routing and system configuration options easy to set up.

“This award from Future speaks volumes about what the DZR line of powered speakers and DXS-XLF subwoofers has to offer the pro audio market,” said Nithin Cherian, product marketing manager, Yamaha Pro Audio. “By offering enhanced performance and professional sound quality, this new gear really shines and packs a punch; we’re honored by Future’s recognition of DZR’s innovative technology and advanced capability.”

For more information about the Yamaha DZR/DXS-XLF Series of loudspeakers and subwoofers, please visit http://4wrd.it/DZR_DXSXLF

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About Yamaha
Yamaha Corporation of America (YCA) is one of the largest subsidiaries of Yamaha Corporation, Japan and offers a full line of award-winning musical instruments, sound reinforcement, commercial installation and home entertainment products to the U.S. market. Products include: Yamaha acoustic, digital and hybrid pianos, portable keyboards, guitars, acoustic and electronic drums, band and orchestral instruments, marching percussion products, synthesizers, professional digital and analog audio equipment, Steinberg recording products and NEXO commercial audio products, as well as AV receivers, amplifiers, MusicCast wireless multiroom audio systems, Blu-ray/CD players, earphones, headphones, home-theater-in-a-box systems, sound bars and its exclusive line of Digital Sound Projectors. YCA markets innovative, finely crafted technology and entertainment products and musical instruments targeted to the hobbyist, education, worship, music, professional audio installation and consumer markets. Reported by PRWeb 3 hours ago.

Jen Harley Arrested After Allegedly Beating Up Ronnie Ortiz-Magro & DRAGGING Him With A Car!

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Ronnie Ortiz-Magro has reportedly been injured by the hands of his baby momma. Jen Harley was arrested for domestic battery in Las Vegas on Sunday for allegedly beating up the Jersey Shore: Family Vacation star and dragging him with a car. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department confirmed to Us Weekly that Jen was taken into custody [...] Reported by Perez Hilton 2 hours ago.

'Pawn Stars'' Richard Harrison dies at age 77: Five fast facts about the reality star

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Harrison appeared on the hit History Channel program, which showed dealings at the Gold & Silver pawn store in Las Vegas. Reported by FOXNews.com 4 minutes ago.

Lincoln Foundation’s Marilyn Monroe dress sells for $50,000

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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library Foundation’s unusual ownership of a black dress once belonging to movie star Marilyn Monroe is ending as it sold over the weekend for $50,000. The dress was among several items that the Springfield, Illinois, foundation put up for auction in Las Vegas. Darren Julien of Julien’s […] Reported by Seattle Times 17 minutes ago.

IMI Names Jason Brigham New CEO

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SAN DIEGO, June 25, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Internet Marketing Inc. (IMI) announced in early June that it has named a new CEO. Jason Brigham started at IMI in 2015 as the agency’s VP of Marketing and Sales Operations. His promoted role as CEO is effective immediately.IMI’s shift in leadership paves the way for new growth and opportunities for both its clients and employees. Brigham’s predecessor, co-founder Brandon Fishman, remains a member of the board of directors but will not be part of the agency’s day-to-day operations.

“It’d be remiss to say we haven’t had some ups and downs over the past several months. However, this is an industry that faces constant change. What matters is how we adapt, grow, and improve,” says Brigham. “We are focused now more than ever on what’s best of our clients, our partnerships, and our IMI team.”

Brigham brings to the role over 13 years in the industry. He has led agency initiatives and teams in Executive Leadership, Marketing, Business Development, Operations, and Finance. He is an active participant in marketing and networking groups including AMA, SDX, Ad Club, SD Execs, and Marketing Masterminds. His community involvement includes volunteering with San Diego Food Bank, coaching youth soccer, and supporting local charities.

“It’s an exciting time for our company to say the least,” says Brigham. “We have the talent and drive to make this a valuable transition for everyone involved.”

IMI recently celebrated its 11th year in business and continues to be a leader in the digital marketing industry with offices in San Diego and Las Vegas.

*About IMI*

Internet Marketing Inc. (IMI) creates integrated digital solutions that improve brand experiences and grow businesses through data insights and strategy across paid, owned, and earned media. Their digital experts nimbly adapt strategy based on a comprehensive view of a brand's online audience and program performance. The marketing agency continues to develop award-winning case studies for content, creative, and search marketing. For more information, visit https://www.internetmarketinginc.com/ or call 858.869.0574.

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