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BROOKLYN, N.Y., Dec. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Moxie , the all-in-one platform for aesthetic entrepreneurs, announces the launch of Moxie Compliance Defender , a first-of-its-kind solution designed to help medspa practice owners navigate and manage complex regulatory requirements with ease. As the medspa industry grows, staying compliant with ever-changing regulations is more important—and challenging—than ever. Moxie Compliance Defender simplifies compliance management, saving time, protecting medical licenses, and defending businesses against costly violations. “With the launch of Compliance Defender, we’re empowering aesthetic entrepreneurs to confidently manage their compliance obligations, safeguard their licenses, and focus on what they do best—delivering exceptional, safe, and compliant care to their patients,” said Dan Friedman, Co-Founder and CEO of Moxie. How does Moxie’s Compliance Defender help protect medspa owners? Moxie built Compliance Defender in collaboration with some of the brightest legal and medical minds in the aesthetics space. Together, they designed a technology-fueled product that seamlessly integrates the required steps to safely and compliantly treat patients directly into the daily workflow of a medspa and its providers. This includes: Why does Moxie’s Compliance Defender matter? Compliance Defender is available to all medspa professionals through Moxie’s platform. This product is designed to integrate seamlessly with Moxie’s existing suite of medspa management tools and services, providing a holistic approach to medspa management. “Regulatory compliance is a critical, yet overwhelming part of running a medspa,” said Nicole Strothman, General Counsel at Moxie. “Compliance Defender provides the tools and confidence medspa owners need to stay on top of their obligations while minimizing risk.” For more information about Moxie's new compliance management solution, visit www.joinmoxie.com/compliance or email learn@joinmoxie.com . About Moxie Moxie helps medical professionals turn big dreams into thriving aesthetic businesses with an all-in-one solution for launching and growing their own aesthetic medicine practice. Combining software, strategic consulting, marketing support, and back-office solutions, Moxie gives aesthetic entrepreneurs everything they need to launch, run, and grow a sustainable, profitable, and compliant medspa. Moxie helps cut through the red tape, reduce costs, and fast-track success—because building a medspa should be exciting, not exhausting. For more information, visit www.joinmoxie.com . Media Contact: Brandi Eppolito Head of B2B Marketing Moxie 985.320.5470 Brandi@joinmoxie.com
Until now, Ms Weinstein has been the US firm’s vice president and managing director in the UK and Ireland, having previously worked at Unilever. She said her focus will be on “unlocking AI-powered growth for everyone”, calling the current AI boom a “pivotal” time for the tech giant. Google has joined many of its rivals in launching a string of high-profile generative AI products in recent times, led by the firm’s generative AI-powered assistant, Gemini. “Europe, the Middle East and Africa is an amazingly diverse and varied region, but the enormous growth opportunity that AI can create is universal,” she said. “My focus will be on unlocking that AI-powered growth for everyone – users, businesses, partners and governments across every part of the region. “I’m excited to be stepping into this role at a pivotal time, in a company where I’ve spent the last ten years and leading a region where I’ve spent much of my life.” Google employs more than 29,000 people across Europe, the Middle East and Africa, with 56 offices across 35 countries in those regions working on many of the firm’s largest products, including its search engine, the Android mobile operating system and its Chrome web browser. Its AI research arm, at Google DeepMind, is also led from London. Philipp Schindler, Google senior vice president and chief business officer, said: “This is the AI era and we are only just beginning to see its transformative impact on business and society. “In such a pivotal moment for technology, I’m thrilled we’ve appointed a visionary leader to be our President of Google EMEA. “Debbie brings a track record of unlocking growth that benefits everyone, alongside the passion and focus needed to help our customers succeed, as we bring the best of Google’s Gemini-era to everyone across EMEA.”
LONDON — Pooches in pullovers paraded past Buckingham Palace on Saturday for a gathering of dogs in Christmas sweaters to raise funds for rescue charities. People and dogs take part in the Rescue Dogs of London and Friends Christmas Jumper Parade on Saturday outside Buckingham Palace in central London. About 130 pets, and their owners, walked Saturday from St. James's Park and along the Mall, the wide boulevard that leads to the royal palace as part of the Christmas Jumper Parade. Flossie the dog barks Saturday during the Rescue Dogs of London and Friends Christmas Jumper Parade in central London. Prizes were awarded for best-dressed pets, with contenders including canine Santas, puppy elves and a French bulldog dressed in a red beret and pink jacket adorned with red bows. People and dogs take part in the Rescue Dogs of London and Friends Christmas Jumper Parade on Saturday in central London. The event was organized by Rescue Dogs of London and Friends to raise money for charities that rehome dogs from overseas. People take part in the Rescue Dogs of London and Friends Christmas Jumper Parade on Saturday in central London. Christmas sweater animal parades have become something of an annual tradition in London. People and dogs take part in the Rescue Dogs of London and Friends Christmas Jumper Parade on Saturday outside Buckingham Palace in central London. There are more to come this year, including an event for corgis — the late Queen Elizabeth II's favorite breed — on Dec. 7 and the dachshund-friendly Hyde Park Sausage Walk on Dec 15. From bags of kibble in the grocery store to modern home sizes, things are getting smaller—and evidently, Americans are starting to look for furry friends that match. Small breeds like terriers and toys have largely dethroned the retrievers that once dominated the most popular breed rankings. This is a continuation of a trend that began in 2022 when the Labrador retriever lost its 31-year-long streak as #1 to the French bulldog, according to the American Kennel Club. This shift may be partially attributable to the rising costs of pet products and veterinary care since smaller dogs are more economical for tighter budgets. Moreover, as remote work and nomadic living become increasingly more common, smaller dogs may appeal to those looking for pets that require less space and are easier to transport. In fact, only two sporting dog breeds are the most popular in any American state—and neither is a Labrador retriever. The most popular dog overall represents 4% of all dogs in the country—constituting over 2.3 million out of 58 million households with dogs. used data from to further explore which dog breeds are the most popular in which states and what factors may drive residents' preferences. Named after the northern Mexican state from which it originates, the Chihuahua is the smallest dog breed and one of the oldest, with a lineage that dates as far back as the ninth century. Today, the breed makes up a remarkable 4% of all dogs in the United States and is the most popular overall in 21 states. It ranks within the top five most common breeds in 42 states in total. Requiring just 200 to 250 calories per day but boasting a lifespan of 14 to 16 years, the Chihuahua offers owners low-cost longevity and is known for its adaptability and amusing personality. The French bulldog is a compact companion known for being friendly yet quiet, making it suitable for a range of lifestyles and homes. The breed has roots in the English bulldog, which was bred to a smaller size to accompany its working English owners, many of whom were artisans. As such trades closed amid the Industrial Revolution, these workers and their little bulldogs moved to France, where the breed's popularity began. The French developed a more standardized appearance which was iterated upon in the U.S. to develop the iconic bat ears. The breed has recently seen a massive increase in popularity, with AKC registrations Now, the French bulldog is the most popular dog in Florida, California, and Hawaii and is in the top five most common dogs in nearly half the remaining states. With webbed paws and an affinity for water, golden retrievers are lucky pups to be the favored breed of the Midwest. They are the most popular dogs in states bordering the Great Lakes—Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, Illinois, and Ohio; the entirety of the New England region minus Rhode Island; plus North Dakota, Nebraska, Colorado, and Virginia. The iconic golden breed was developed in 19th-century Scotland to retrieve both from land and water during hunts, hence its swimming-related adaptations. Golden retrievers are known for their affectionate nature and eagerness to please, making them well-suited for service and other working dog roles. As loyal as they are intelligent, German shepherds are among the favored breeds for guide, military, police, and search and rescue roles. The breed, which first arrived in America in the early 20th century, also enjoys peak popularity in Alaska, Montana, Wyoming, Delaware, and Pennsylvania. Athletic in nature, the breed requires lots of exercise, making them well-suited for homes with or near lots of open land. They are also well-adapted to cold temperatures and harsher climates due to their thick double coats of fur. The shih tzu, whose name means "lion" in Chinese, is king of the Empire State (New York) as well as Iowa, Rhode Island, and New Jersey. Roughly a quarter of New York state residents live in apartments, making the dog that averages 9 to 16 pounds perfect for compact households. Despite being known for its playfulness, the breed does not require much physical activity or space. The breed dates back over 1,000 years but was first brought to America surprisingly recently, following World War II. According to the American Kennel Club, every shih tzu alive today has direct lineage to just that were saved when the breed nearly went extinct during the Communist revolution. Representing the best of both worlds, the golden retriever and poodle hybrid is known for its friendly, sociable demeanor and trainability. Bred to be guide dogs in the 1960s, the hybrid is not recognized as an official breed by the AKC, so there is no breed standard. Goldendoodles can thus range from mini-sized to about 90 pounds and may have fur that is curly, straight, or somewhere in between. While not official, the family-friendly dog has left paw prints all over the country, ranking in the top five most popular dogs in 37 states. In Idaho and Utah, the goldendoodle is the most popular overall. Maxing out at just 7 pounds, the Yorkshire terrier is the most popular breed among Maryland and Washington D.C. residents. This is not necessarily surprising considering the housing stock of the nation's capital is comprised mostly of apartment units, making the pint-sized pup perfect for metropolitans. The toy breed was bred to chase rats out of mines and mills in 19th-century England, arriving in North America in the 1870s and gaining official recognition by the AKC in 1885. Now, the breed is among the top five most common dogs in 26 states. The breed is a true terrier at heart, known for its feisty yet affectionate nature.' Receive the latest in local entertainment news in your inbox weekly!
Chris Clarke appointed practice leader of Homeland Security & Law Enforcement; Bryan Miller to lead newly combined Defense, Diplomacy, & Intel (DDI) practice MCLEAN, Va. , Dec. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Guidehouse, a global consultancy providing advisory, digital, and managed services to the commercial and public sectors, has named Shannon White the new leader of its Defense & Security segment effective Jan. 1, 2025 . White succeeds John Saad , who has been named President of Guidehouse. Additionally, Chris Clarke will take on White's former role as Guidehouse's Defense & Security's Homeland Security & Law Enforcement practice leader. White brings a wealth of expertise in the national security sectors, along with a proven ability to deliver complex, high-impact solutions. With a track record of driving innovation and meaningful results, she has been instrumental in shaping Guidehouse's growth and impact across its diverse portfolio. Under her leadership, the Defense & Security segment will continue to focus on delivering mission-critical solutions to address the nation's most pressing defense and security challenges. "Shannon is a passionate leader whose experience will be invaluable as we continue to support purpose-driven initiatives to preserve security across the U.S.," said John Saad , President of Guidehouse. "Her strategic vision and expertise will accelerate Guidehouse's growth through transformative engagements with our clients in the defense, national security, and public sectors." Chris Clarke , Homeland Security & Law Enforcement practice leader Clarke, a partner at the firm, brings over 20 years of experience engaging with clients on complex challenges, with a focus on risk management and financial transformation. He has worked extensively across the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Department of Justice, and the Intelligence Community leading hundreds of consultants to deliver a range of services in support of solving strategic challenges for Guidehouse clients. Bryan Miller , Defense, Diplomacy, & Intel (DDI) practice leader To position the firm for additional growth and to align with the evolving needs of its clients, Guidehouse has combined Defense & Security's Defense & Intelligence and Diplomacy & Development practices into a newly combined Defense, Diplomacy, & Intel (DDI) practice under the leadership of Bryan Miller . Miller, a partner at the firm, has over 20 years of industry experience focused on delivering strategy, supply chain and transformation programs to the U.S. Government. "This new structure strengthens our capabilities and provides a more cohesive approach to serving these interconnected client missions," added Saad. "Chris and Bryan are remarkable leaders with unmatched expertise in navigating the complexities of public safety and national security. We congratulate them on these new roles and are confident they will drive tremendous value for our clients and teams." Named a Military Friendly® Employer for six consecutive years, Guidehouse's Defense & Security segment serves U.S. diplomatic, intelligence, law enforcement, and defense agencies. Backed by proven success in helping clients compete, deter, and win, the firm delivers mission-critical optimization, technology modernization, and financial management solutions. About Guidehouse Guidehouse is a global consultancy providing advisory, digital, and managed services to the commercial and public sectors. Guidehouse is purpose-built to serve the national security, financial services, healthcare, energy, and infrastructure industries. Disrupting legacy consulting delivery models with its agility, capabilities, and scale, the firm delivers technology-enabled and focused solutions that position clients for innovation, resilience, and growth. With high-quality standards and a relentless pursuit of client success, Guidehouse's more than 18,000 employees collaborate with leaders to outwit complexity and achieve transformational changes that meaningfully shape the future. guidehouse.com Media Contact: Cecile Fradkin, [email protected] , Guidehouse SOURCE GuidehouseNeuroendoscopy Market Set for Exceptional Growth in the Forecast 2024-2032
RENEWABLE energy (RE) solutions company Coastal Renewable Energy Technology Center (CRETC) said Sunday that it had strengthened a wind resource technology collaboration with German firm Ammonit GmbH. CRETC said the partnership aimed to provide the Philippine RE sector with more top-tier wind resource assessment instruments and solutions that are essential for ensuring accuracy, durability, and reliability across varied environmental conditions. Register to read this story and more for free . Signing up for an account helps us improve your browsing experience. OR See our subscription options.Pooches in pullovers strut their stuff at London's canine Christmas sweater parade
The pullback formation is likely to continue as long as the NSE Nifty 50 is trading above its 200-day simple moving average or the 23,600 mark, according to Amol Athawale, vice president of technical research at Kotak Securities. On the higher side, the Nifty can move up to the 24,000–24,200 level, while the sentiment can change below the 23,600 mark, according to Athawale. For the Bank Nifty, 50,500 and 50,300 will be key support zones, while the 20-day SMA or 51,250, and the 50-day SMA or 51,850 can be the crucial resistance areas for the short-term traders, he said. In the short term, the sentiment appears favourable for a meaningful rally if the Nifty 50 stays above the 23,600 mark, according to Rupak De, senior technical analyst at LKP Securities. "Immediate resistance for the Nifty is seen at 23,960–24,000. A decisive move above 24,000 could trigger a rally toward 24,500. On the downside, supports are placed at 23,750 and 23,550," he said. If the Nifty manages to sustain above the 24,050 mark, then the rally can extend towards the 24,200–24,300 level, according to Hrishikesh Yedve, assistant vice president of technical and derivatives research at Asit C Mehta Investment Interrmediates Ltd. "Thus, in the short-term, a buy-on-dips approach should be adopted." Yedve mentioned that the Bank Nifty has broken the resistance of 50,984 and is sustained above it. "If the index (Bank Nifty) managed to hold 50,980, then the rally could extend towards 51,500–52,000 levels. Thus, in the short-term, the buy-on-dips approach should be utilised." The NSE Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex recorded the best session in over five months on Friday after ending with over 2% gain. The surge helped the Nifty 50 post its best week in nearly two months. The Nifty 50 ended 557.35 points or 2.39% higher at 23,907.25, and the Sensex closed 1,961.32 points or 2.54% higher at 79,117.11. Overseas investors remained net sellers of Indian equities for the 38th consecutive session on Friday, while domestic institutional investors stayed net buyers for the 13th straight session. Foreign portfolio investors net sold stocks worth Rs 1,278.4 crore while the DIIs were net buyers of shares worth Rs 1,722.2 crore, according to provisional data shared by the National Stock Exchange. The Nifty November futures were up by 2.36% to 23,900 at a discount of 7 points, with the open interest down by 10.8%. The open interest distribution for the Nifty 50 Nov. 28 expiry series indicated most activity at 25,000 call strikes, with the 21,700 put strikes having maximum open interest. RVNL: The company JV with SCPL received a letter of acceptance worth Rs 838 crore from Eastern Railway. The contract involves construction of minor and major bridges, retaining walls, level crossings, side drains, catchment drains, track work, and other related tasks. The work is supposed to be completed within 36 months. CESC: The company's arm received a letter of intent to buy discom in Chandigarh for Rs 871 crore. Paras Defence: The company has opened its advanced optical systems testing facility in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra. It will also make an investment of Rs 500 crore over the next few years to build India's first advanced optical systems development park. The Indian rupee closed stronger after having faced pressure against the US dollar earlier in the day. The domestic unit appreciated 5 paise to close higher at 84.45 after opening flat at 84.49 against the US dollar on Friday, according to Bloomberg data. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the investment advisers on NDTV Profit are of their own and not of NDTV Profit. NDTV Profit advises users to consult with their own financial or investment adviser before taking any investment decision.Nederland Middle/Senior’s parent-teacher association is trying crowdfunding this year to help the small school restore library services for its students. Along with money for the school library, the fundraiser could help cover the cost of scholarships for students to travel to competitions, for teacher grants for projects and for school events that include Homecoming, Harvest Feast and a Valentine’s Day ice cream social. “The library is the big need,” Nederland parent and PTA secretary Stacie Beaber said. Nederland Middle/Senior Principal Gavan Goodrich said the school, which has close to 100 students in the middle school and close to 115 in the high school, has focused on other areas for its allotted teaching positions instead of the library. Those areas include an outdoor leadership career and technical education program, as well as advanced placement classes. With teaching staff allocated based on enrollment, he said, it can be challenging to provide all the classes students want — and need to take to meet district graduation requirements. “Every school has to make priorities,” he said. “We have a lot of different needs we need to cover. We have to make some hard decisions.” He said many of the library books were redistributed to language arts teachers. For research, students have the option to use digital resources. Without a staff member to supervise, he said, students generally can only use the library as part of a class when a teacher uses the library as a classroom space. “We don’t have a functioning, traditional library,” he said. Hearing the desire from the school community for more library services, he said, he would like to work with the PTA to potentially hire a part-time paraeducator to run the library and potentially coordinate parent volunteers who could assist with checking out books. Other ideas for the money include updating the library’s collections. “I do think we can fund some creative solutions to make it a library kids can use,” he said. So far, the school has raised $6,500 toward its $10,000 goal. The fundraiser ends Dec. 13. For more information or to donate, go to app.givebacks.gives/nmshspta . Beaber said Nederland’s students deserve the same library services as the district’s other middle and high schools, adding it’s challenging to operate as a rural school in an urban school district. The school draws from a large area that’s generally sparsely populated, while open enrollment from outside the mountain area is limited by distance and the challenges of driving up Boulder Canyon in the winter. The school’s enrollment declines, coupled with Boulder Valley’s need to “right size” school staffing numbers because of a tighter budget, meant the school lost close to two full-time teacher positions last school year. Plus, Beaber said, raising money can be a challenge itself. For the current fundraiser, the PTA set up a competition between the middle schoolers and the high schoolers to encourage donations. The PTA treasurer, who works for Southwest Airlines, also was able to donate two roundtrip tickets as a prize. Business sponsors include Boulder Therapeutics, Nokian Tyres, Waldron Custom Coatings and Tadasana Mountain Yoga. While local businesses are generous in supporting the school, Beaber said, there are fewer businesses to appeal to than in other areas of the school district. The school also is competing with many nonprofit organizations in need of support. “They all work really hard to support us, but we’ll be lucky to get to the $10,000,” she said.