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From Child Actress to Class-Action Lawsuit Lawyer, Kelly Hyman Has Done It All

Kelly Hyman is well-known for her extraordinary and multifaceted career. Born in Miami Beach, Florida, Kelly is an Australian American raised by a single mother in the busy streets of New York City but later on moved to Southern California. The Floridian native started her career in the entertainment industry at just five years old, where she appeared in numerous print ads, commercials, and television shows. It was also there that she met her childhood best friend, Shalane McCall, and they were simultaneously nominated for a Youth in Film Award. 

Kelly was known for portraying numerous characters in several TV shows, including playing the role of Loretta on the soap opera The Young and the Restless, Normal Fell from Three’s Company, as well as Donna in the 1988 film Doin’ Time on Planet Earth, where she worked alongside Batman’s Adam West. Aside from her acting career, Kelly also performed off-Broadway in New York City and lent her voice to several ads, including the distinguished Kit Kat “Give Me A Break” commercial. 

Later on, Kelly wholly focused on her education despite still being in the entertainment industry and eventually earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). While traversing her busy college life, Kelly took the opportunity to become an intern at the Office of Presidential Inquiries at The White House. Subsequently, in 2000, she received a Master of Arts in Communication at Barry University. Finally, in 2003, she was awarded the Juris Doctor Degree with honors from the University of Florida College of Law. 

The former actress’s remarkable academic background opened many doors for her. It didn’t take long before she took on more career-defying jobs, including working for well-known law firms such as Kozyak, Tropin & Throckmorton Law Firm, and Searcy, Denney, Scarola, Barnhart & Shipley PA. Additionally, she served as a law clerk for the former U.S. District Court Judge Brian Sandoval, Judge Robert Mark for the United States Bankruptcy Court, and the esteemed Judge Wendell Graham for the Eleventh Judicial Circuit Court. 

In 2017, Kelly was elected President of the Federal Bar Association in Palm Beach County, Florida. She was also on the Board of Directors for Dress for Success, Palm Beach. As a lifelong democratic, the distinguished lawyer committed herself for the election and reelection of President Barack Obama back in the days and volunteered for the democratic party as a poll watcher to protect voters’ rights during the then-presidential election.

Despite her departure from the entertainment business, Kelly continues to appear on television as a legal analyst and has appeared numerous times on Law & Crime, Court TV, OANN, as well as with Fox and Friends First. She’s also made countless appearances on BBC, ABC, NBC LX, The Ingraham Angle, I24 News, Newsmax TV, and so much more.

Currently, Kelly remains a democratic political commentator and lawyer, where she focuses mainly on class actions and mass tort litigation, with Forbes calling her the “modern-day Erin Brockovich.” Adding to her already long list of achievements, Kelly is also the author of two politically-driven books called Top Ten Reasons To Drop Trump in 2020 and Build Back Better: 100 Days of the Biden Administration and Beyond. In addition, the established lawyer is married to Paul G. Hyman Jr., a judge for the United States Bankruptcy Court.

To learn more about Kelly and her accomplishments, check out her website.

Lost Boy Holdings LLC: How A Marketing & PR Start Up Evolved into a Multimillion-Dollar Holdings Company

Madison, Wisconsin has never been a place known for producing relevant individuals in the entertainment & media spaces. Well known for its beer and cheese, the state sits right in the middle of what many know as “the flyover zone”. While in many cases that assumption would be true, recently the state has produced a story that has taken the internet by storm, transforming the original perception it has for so long put forward. 

Insert Christian Anderson and Bryce Vander Sanden, a duo of early 20-year-olds transforming the entertainment space in a refreshing way. The duo founded a successful Digital Marketing & Public Relations firm called Lost Boy Entertainment LLC which has now expanded beyond its original foundations into a holdings company. Anderson and Vander Sanden began Lost Boy Entertainment almost two years ago from their college dorm room at the University of Wisconsin La Crosse. Anderson was studying Marketing meanwhile Vander Sanden was focused on his studies in Finance and Accounting. 

The “Lost Boy” concept was inspired by Disney’s Peter Pan, Anderson’s favorite childhood hero. Many of the company’s cartoon clothing designs and visual concepts derive from the overall idea. However, the concept has taken life beyond just a character, meaning more to its founders and others who have joined the movement. “Being a Lost Boy means being okay with being different. Being okay with not being considered normal,” explained Anderson. “That’s the very thing we wanted to drive home when we first began brainstorming concepts for our overall brand. You know I say this every time someone interviews me but when I first began making music many years ago people thought I was a joke. My peers didn’t take it seriously at all. It was weird to a lot of people. To me it wasn’t, it felt right, it felt like what I was supposed to be doing. I wanted my brand to capture that disconnect between the creative and the doubter. That’s what the Lost Boy brand as a whole was built to represent.” 

While at college, both founders juggled their studies with a hefty workload, sometimes finding their hustle overwhelming. “You know it got stressful at times,” explained Anderson. “Especially in the beginning before I asked Bryce to help me it was just me. It was hard to study for exams all the time while juggling my clients. I’m thankful Bryce stepped up when I asked.” Anderson called on Vander Sanden for back up and the duo worked together to build the original foundations of their now multi-million dollar empire. “Bryce has been there from the beginning. He was there when we made our LLC together. I told him I had a meeting with our school’s small business center about getting the company’s paperwork right. He told me he wanted to come with and has been by my side ever since. That’s really how it happened.” Anderson decided not to finish his studies at La Crosse, dropping out midway through his first semester as a senior to drive business forward. Vander Sanden, on the other hand, recently finished up his studies graduating with bachelor’s degrees in Finance & Accounting. 

The company’s original seeds were planted through Anderson’s career as a hip hop artist. Making music under the stage name “Trust’N”, Anderson has put together an impressive career as an independent artist. The creative has released multiple charting projects including his TikTok viral single “Lucy” but hasn’t dropped anything in over a year. He’s been busy expanding his company and making moves in his new home city of Los Angeles. Anderson did mention that he plans to return to the music space soon, having a vault of unreleased music we should expect to hear soon.

What started as Lost Boy Entertainment LLC has now expanded into Lost Boy Holdings LLC. The holdings company has stepped beyond the Entertainment & Media space into the fields of E-Commerce, Real Estate, Fashion, Music, and most recently announced Film. The company manages Lost Boy Logistics LLC (private E-Com & Real Estate investing) and Lost Boy Clothing LLC (Fashion Design & Merchandise) among others. The Lost Boy umbrella boasts an impressive list of clients including the likes of corporate powerhouses like Google, Target, Procter & Gamble, DoorDash, and The San Francisco Giants among others while catering to the needs of some of today’s biggest influencers also listing names like Snoop Dogg, Ne-Yo, Mayweather, Trippie Redd, Harry Jowsey, and Tayler Holder. The company’s mission is to be pioneers in any field the company touches, and to inspire those around them to pursue what might seem to be the unlikely or impossible.

Anderson and Vander Sanden have big plans for 2022 after boasting more than 1 million dollars in revenue for 2021. The founders continue to look to expand the company further and step into even more spaces. “You know we want to keep expanding,” explained Anderson. “E-Com is really starting to take off and that’s exciting because we see that as a base for a lot of what we plan to do. We have so much planned for the future and that’s what keeps pushing us forward and inspires us every day.” 

The future of the company couldn’t look much brighter with its successful past year and exciting new ventures on the way. 

You can find out more about Lost Boy Holdings LLC here: www.lostboyholdings.com

Selena Soo: How I Mastered the 7-Figure Mindset

Several years ago, Selena Soo quit her job and took a giant leap of faith by starting her own business. Along the way, she found there has been one critical component impacting her success at every level: mindset.

It’s what helped her go from a full-time salary of $42,000 to becoming a multi 7-figure business owner—and it can help you do the same. Selena shares that if you’re ready to watch your business take off, commit yourself to mastering these three mindset shifts and watch what happens next.

MINDSET SHIFT #1: Your greatest fears are your greatest opportunities in disguise.

Not every entrepreneur dreams of flipping their desk at work one day and going out on their own. Like a lot of us, I never used to see myself as a person who could run her own business. I was terrified of the spotlight and worried about other people judging me. When I started writing an outline for my first workshop ever, I felt completely paralyzed.

As I sat crouched in front of my laptop, I couldn’t move my body or even lift a finger. I was so fearful of saying something stupid or creating something people might laugh at that I felt like throwing up. Forget freefall roller coasters and sharks at the beach. This was probably the most scared I’ve ever been in my life. But a quiet voice inside of me whispered, “This could be big.” So I pushed myself forward. In the end, the workshop turned out to be a huge success—one of many to come.

TIP: Write down a list of the things that scare you the most—things that have a really strong emotional charge for you. Maybe it’s raising your prices or asking people to pay for your work instead of doing it pro bono. Perhaps it’s speaking in front of a big room. Then pick just one and go for it! You’ve just identified the acts that will take you to the next level in your business.

MINDSET SHIFT #2: Making money is easy. If they can do it, so can I.

In the early years of my business, I took a risk and joined a high-end mastermind. It was kind of crazy for me to pay as much as I did to become a part of the group, but so many people that I admired who were achieving really big goals were in it. At my job, I was surrounded by people who were making maybe $50K a year, so that’s what I originally imagined for myself. But in the mastermind, people were having $10K, $20K, or even $30K a month. I thought, “Wow, if they can do this, I can do it, too.” Seeing other people doing life-changing, soul-stirring and lucrative things in all sorts of industries allowed me to envision what was really possible for me.

TIP: When you’re feeling stuck, one of the fastest ways to grow is to change your environment. Surround yourself with role models who have achieved the goals you’re striving for. Expose yourself to people who are doing what you want to do, and you’ll start to see more possibilities for yourself (and your earning potential).

MINDSET SHIFT #3: It’s impossible for me to fail. I can overcome any challenge.

When I look back at all that I’ve been able to achieve, so much of it involves my refusal to give up. When I’m facing a challenge, I remind myself that I’m really hardworking, I’m a smart person, I’m a good person, and I want to help people. I also know that I’ve spent time developing an amazing network of people who care about me, and that through mutual respect we always support one another. With all of those things in place, I know it’s impossible for me to fail. Whatever the problem is, I know I can figure it out.

TIP: It can be hard to keep going when you don’t believe in yourself, so you must remind yourself every time you come up against an obstacle that you can do this. Take a few minutes to write out an empowering statement… something you can look back on and repeat to yourself when you’re feeling less than confident.

Here’s one of my favorites: “I don’t need to be perfect to show up and share my message. I have valuable things to share with people right now… and they are waiting to hear from me.”

These three mindset shifts helped me cross the 6-figure mark, the multi 6-figure mark, and ultimately the million-dollar mark—and my hope is that they will do the same for you.

Lori Smith and Her Team of Experts Continues to Help Numerous Businesses Through Acu-Elligent LLC

Lori Smith is the founder and CEO of Acu-Elligent LLC, a well-known business coaching and management consulting firm that continues to help small-time businesses and individuals acquire government contracts without tribulation. Lori and her team are leveraging over forty years of federal service and using their expertise to help these companies achieve their goals. At Acu-Elligent, a devoted team of accomplished business strategists, mentors, professional trainers, and thought leaders take pride in their unwavering integrity and unbiased solutions when it comes to their first-rate services.

Ever since Lori launched Acu-Elligent, it has earned a stellar reputation for effectively offering the best solutions to helping businesses maneuver through opportunities and challenges using strategic positioning, relationship, and resources. As an idealistic leader with a firm entrepreneurial background and proficient with the perception of organizational development, Lori employs the idea of visualizing, strategic planning, evaluation, monitoring, and trusted advisory support to advance a client’s necessity.  

“I launched Acu-Elligent in the hopes of helping minority-owned businesses obtain government contracts, as well as simplifying the federal contracting process,” Lori says, adding that more often than not, minority-owned businesses, especially those run by women, get lost in the procedural aspect of government contracting. For some, the rejection can be discouraging, but Lori intends to change the tide of these circumstances through her company.

As a recently retired federal contracting officer, Lori is offering her contracting proficiency and fiscal oversight she leveraged to manage a broad spectrum of contract administration actions such as administering a $128 billion portfolio while granting administrative support and human resources management services.

Described by many as a systematic thinker, proficient enough to raise expectations while communicating neutrally with personnel at all levels, Lori’s capabilities aren’t solely reliant on her federal experience because as a person she is inherently incredible when it comes to masterful coaching conversations; she is also detail-oriented and nurturing when it comes to the growth and opportunity of her clients.

Naturally, for an established person like Lori, her extensive educational background has contributed to her remarkable development as a person and as a leader. Lori holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Resource Management from Troy University, a Master of Science in Education from the University of Oklahoma, and a Master of Arts in Business from the University of Phoenix. Adding to her extensive list of academic and non-academic achievements, Lori obtained a Level 3 certification in DAWIA (Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act), a FAC-C Level 3 (Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting), and a certification as a Growth IQ Personality Assessment Evaluator.  Lori also has American Board certifications as Hypnotherapist, Practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), and as a NLP Coach; and is certified as a Time Line Therapy Practitioner as well.

Being in the military, Lori has also received numerous awards for her service, including being the recipient of both the Department of Veterans Affairs and Army Outstanding Civilian and Performer Cash Awards, two Meritorious Service Medals, a Joint Service Achievement Medal, six Air Force Commendation Medals, and an Air Force Achievement Medal, to name a few.

Through the years, Lori developed the perceptive ability to quickly distinguish various problems that organizations and individuals face when seeking contracts with the federal government. In addition, Lori never fails to motivate her team to maximize their potential and develop an alignment and a clear roadmap leading to actual results. Furthermore, she empowers her clients to express their vision and educate them to understand federal contract terms and pricing and billing regulations deeply associated with doing business with the national government. 

Lori also took the opportunity to write a book that eventually helped her earn the title of best-selling author. WINNING BUSINESS PROPOSAL STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS: How To Give Your Business The Winning Edge, Writing To Win More Customers, Clients, And Contracts was written by Lori to express her creative thinking, splendid intuition, and insight. Other works include Customer Relationship Management: A Business Guide to Customer Relationship Management, Discovering Techniques for Attracting and Retaining Customers. Her latest effort, Business Development and Strategic Marketing: A Practical Guide for Business Owners, Understanding Business Development, Guidance for Orchestrating Strategic Marketing Plans for Success, will be published soon. 

Check out her LinkedIn profile to learn more about Lori Smith and Acu-Elligent LLC.

The Financial Pitfalls of Timeshares And How To Get Out

Timeshares are a great idea in theory. You buy into them and then you get the use of a vacation property for an extended period of time, typically one week every year or two weeks every other year. That sounds like a lot of fun, but there is more to it than that. Timeshare owners deal with so much unnecessary stress. For starters, they can’t use the property when they want to; timeshare scheduling is incredibly complex, and individuals are often stuck visiting a place at the same time every year (if they can even do that). Moreover, the people who work at timeshare resorts can be most manipulative about what they’re selling you. As terrible as those drawbacks are, the most significant disadvantage to owning a shared vacation spot is what it does to people’s finances. Here is a list of the biggest financial problems caused by timeshares that everyone should know and how to get out of them:

#1 Upfront Cost

According to 2019 data from the American Resort Development Association (ARDA), the average cost of a timeshare is $22,942 per interval. It’s important to understand that most timeshare owners aren’t paying $22,942 out of their pocket upfront. In most cases, they’re financing this amount through the resort directly to become members. The average interest rate of timeshare loans is 14% over a 10-year term. For some clubs, the interest rates can soar as high as 20%.

For this example, we will show you what the interest rate of 14% over ten years looks like with a timeshare that costs $22,942.

That’s right, the timeshare you thought you were paying $22,942 for is actually going to cost you $42,745.20 over the next 10 years. What’s worse? This is not even close to the real total of what you’re going to spend. We’ve yet to factor in a few more payments that are mandatory for timeshare owners. One of the most common is what’s called maintenance fees.

#2. Maintenance Fees

Maintenance fees are annual payments that go towards the upkeep of your timeshare property. In 2019, ARDA reported that the annual maintenance fee for a timeshare runs around $1,000 on average. Although, this fee could be much higher depending on the size of your timeshare and which resort you own.

It’s not a terrible idea to think that having everyone pitch in to keep maintaining and updating the property over the years is fair. However, when you break down the numbers it resembles a legal bank robbery. Think about it like this; if the timeshare resort has 100 units total they’re able to sell each unit 52 times because there are 52 weeks in a year. This means they can potentially have 5,200 owners at that one resort at any given time. In turn, receiving 5.2 million dollars in maintenance fees every year if we use the average maintenance fee of $1,000 x 5200 owners.

Have you ever noticed $5,200,000 worth of minor updates and or maintenance at your timeshare resort each year? On another note, maintenance fees are always required by owners to use their timeshare even if they’ve already paid off their initial purchase price. Not to add insult to injury but maintenance fees also go up 2% – 4% a year depending on who you own with. Over a ten-year span that 2% increase will result in your $1,000 annual maintenance fee going up 18% to a total of $1,220 per year. If the average entry price of a timeshare along with its maintenance fees weren’t already enough to make you question owning a timeshare the next financial pitfalls definitely will.

#3 Special Assessment Fees

By now, we are familiar with the maintenance fees that come along with timeshares, which cover general property expenses like repairs, landscaping, lawn care, and basic updates. Although maintenance fees are similar to the HOA fees people who live in a community pay, there are several other major financial responsibilities that come with timeshares everyone should be aware of.

Special assessment fees are a result of property assessments. For example, in the event of a natural disaster, the owners would bear responsibility for covering the costs to repair damages that were not covered by resort maintenance budgets or insurance policies. These types of fees can be issued at any time and in any amount. Due to their unpredictability, special assessments put people under a lot of financial pressure when hit with one, and many timeshare owners are stuck paying for amenities they will never use, like a new gym or racquetball court. It is best to avoid timeshare ownership in the first place if you’re wanting to avoid the fees we’ve stated above, but if you already own one, we are going to show you how to remove yourself from paying special assessment fees forever in just a moment. For now, let’s move on to our last major financial pitfall for timeshare owners.

#4 Losing All The Money You Spent

When you’re in the sales presentation at the resort the salesperson may state something that implies you being able to recoup some or even all of the money you’ve spent on your timeshare once you’re ready to get rid of it. We want you to understand that financially, timeshares are not an investment. You see, to be a financial investment, the product must go up in value over time. Let’s say you bought your timeshare at $22,924 this year. That means next year it should be worth more than that. At the very least, you should be able to sell your timeshare for what you paid one year ago. However, that’s not the case.

Timeshares are being listed on sites like eBay every single day for 1 penny and aren’t going anywhere. These aren’t non-name brand timeshare resorts in the middle of nowhere either. They’re some of the biggest names in the industry and in some of the nicest places. Here, check this Hawaii property out.

So why aren’t they selling? Because of the reasons we’ve listed above coupled with the fact that when you want out of your timeshare, it’s almost impossible to do so. When timeshare owners have problems who do they have to reach out to? In most cases, it’s their resort. What does the resort do? From what we can tell, they have the owner come back into one of their resorts for help and the help they receive is being sold more of the product they already have after being told: “not having enough points” or “needing a higher status” was the culprit of their issues. What do you think happens when you buy more points or a higher level of membership? The annual fees and payments go up! If you’ve been a timeshare owner for a while now you know this to be true more than anyone.

How To Get Out?

Are you a timeshare owner wanting to get out of your ownership? If so, we have a solution. There is a company called Timeshare Help Source and they are the best way for a timeshare owner to get out of their unwanted ownership. We’re going to walk you through exactly why we believe Timeshare Help Source is the #1 company to get out of your timeshare ownership.

#1 Their Proven Success Rate

Timeshare Help Source is the only company we can find that is actually accredited with the Better Business Bureau and has not even one review from a client stating they didn’t get them out of their ownership. This is after being in business for almost three years too! Pretty incredible considering we couldn’t find another business that can say the same.

#2 Qualification Process

Unlike other companies that claim to do what Timeshare Help Source does, THS will only take on certain ownerships they know they can succeed with. This has allowed them to receive the best of reviews and maintain a 100% success rate for the clients.

#3 Customer Service

You can expect the highest level of customer service when speaking with representatives at Timeshare Help Source. They genuinely care about the timeshare owners they’re helping and it shows with every interaction. You’ll see for yourself on your very first interaction. 

#4 Money Back Guarantee

Should you become the first individual that Timeshare Help Source fails to get out of your timeshare, rest assured you won’t lose your money. They offer a 100% money-back guarantee to all of their clients.

While there are many other reasons we would encourage anyone to use Timeshare Help Source to alleviate themselves of their unwanted timeshare we highly encourage that one takes into consideration all of the above information before committing to timeshare ownership in the first place. The more informed you are, the better decisions you will make. Should you have any questions for Timeshare Help Source directly you can contact them by visiting their website at www.TimeshareHelpSource.com.

One of a Kind Fragrance Line ‘Benigna Parfums’ Is Hollywood’s Next Big Thing

Benigna Parfums has caught the attention of the fragrance and luxury lovers by creating unique and one of a kind products in the world.

Benigna Parfums is known for using the rarest and the world’s most expensive ingredients, which result in unique and luxurious exquisite fragrances. The company offers a line of exquisite gender-neutral perfumes that have captivated their fans with its unique artistry and storytelling. Their fragrances  have powerful heart notes that make you smell and feel like a million bucks.

The brand offers an exceptional and unique customer experience; even going as far as offering an air lift delivery of their exquisite perfumes to their customers.

From an aesthetically pleasing visual packaging to an invigorating luxurious scent, almost everything the brand offers keeps their fans buzzing on social media. Benigna Parfums delivers to its customers products that break barriers, and bring joy and harmony. Firstly, their fragrances are gender-neutral; thereby, breaking barriers of gender and sexual preferences. They are also timeless; the fragrances are designed for all seasons, can be worn in summer, autumn, winter, fall and spring. More importantly, the products are refillable and sustainable; making it a brand that is not only good for your lifestyle but also for our planet .

It is no surprise that Benigna Parfums have consistently sold out of their products that have become world famous for their exotic and extremely rare ingredients, even before their movie is out.

CEO and the creative director of Benigna Parfums, Benigna, has been in the media recently as reports have been circulating that she is currently producing a massive feature blockbuster movie in Hollywood starring only powerhouse social media influencers. The film is based on the creation of Benigna Parfums’ most exclusive products, their exquisite fragrances.

Within days of these stories being released, the entire Floral Trio Collection has officially sold out worldwide with thousands of customers inquiring about and pre-ordering more. Also the remainder of Benigna Parfums’ products are scarce on the market after the recent excitement from their fans.

According to reports, Benigna has worked with a team of Hollywood writers and is in talks with major studios and producers that are very excited about the global reach of a hit movie starring a cast with potentially the largest audience of all time. A historic move in the movie industry!

Benigna was recently seen on the red carpet of the Daytime Beauty Awards alongside other high profile guests like Nicole Kidman and Paula Abdul. Her recent sightings in Hollywood have only fueled online rumors about who may be attached to the film.

You can visit Benigna Parfums and learn more about their latest collections and high profile collaborations on Instagram or visit their website.   

Walgreens: Taking Charge of the Nation’s Health

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The city of Chicago, Illinois, is best known for its mouthwatering dishes, jazz music, architecture, museums, and loyal sports fans. However, the windy city is also home to many notable companies, Walgreens the second-largest pharmacy chain store in the United States. While many may not be familiar with the specific history of the company, many people, approximately 78 percent of U.S. citizens, live within five miles of a Walgreen pharmacy.

Walgreens began in 1901 as a small food store on the corner of Bowen and Cottage Grove Avenues in Chicago, owned and managed by its founder Charles R. Walgreen. Scaled for growth, Walgreen had 20 stores in its chain by 1919 and witnessed tremendous success in the 1920s, an era of alcohol prohibition as the pharmaceutical stores sold prescription whisky. In 1922, the drugstore chain popularized malted milk powder, referred to as malted milkshakes. One hundred twenty years after it first opened its doors, Walgreens still has its headquarters in Deerfield, Illinois.

Walgreen operates over 9,000 drugstores in the 50 States in the U.S, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Growing from a one-stop-shop to a pharmaceutical giant, Walgreen has evolved with years of technology and is now able to sell prescription and non-prescription drugs to its customers through an e-commerce platform, which allows customers to refill drug prescriptions through scan technology, help them receive alert notifications when a drug refill is due and choose in-store pick-up, drive-thru or delivery to their home.

As a global pharmacy-led healthcare organization, Walgreen is at the forefront of ensuring the safety of its community, especially when it was needed most during the COVID-19 pandemic. The company provided a steady supply of medicine, personal protective equipment, and access to testing. As the COVID-19 vaccine becomes available, the company is again playing a pivotal role in its distribution, working closely with its government, corporate, and healthcare partners.

The company recently announced its “This Is Our Shot” campaign with singer-songwriter John Legend to create awareness about the availability of the COVID-19 vaccine. The campaign aims to encourage and remind U.S. citizens that vaccination is the nation’s opportunity to end the health crisis and get back to post-COVID normalcy.

On a TV special aired on NBC, the pharmaceutical company also presented a star-studded TV special titled “Roll Up Your Sleeves.” On the show, celebrities such as President Joe Biden, The Obamas, Former President George Bush, Jennifer Lopez, Rusell Wilson, and Ciara, among many others, discussed the importance of the COVID-19 vaccine. As the famous faces shared their vaccination stories, others debunked rumors and myths about the vaccine while encouraging the general populace to take action in the right step.

CEO of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Roz Brewer, also walked viewers through the vaccination process at one of Walgreens’ vaccination clinics at Chicago’s Zoe Life Ministries. In a solo performance, Jennifer Hudson also helped calmed the nerves of one vaccine recipient, playing her part in the process.

As the vaccine becomes globally available, Walgreen hopes to play its part in its distribution through its 9,000 outlets. To learn more about Walgreen or schedule a vaccination, visit its official website.

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https://www.walgreens.com/topic/about/press/facts.jsp

https://www.walgreensbootsalliance.com/news-media/our-stories/walgreens-collaborates-john-legend-encourage-vaccine-uptake

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https://news.walgreens.com/

National Adhesive Inc. Commits to Simplicity Without Compromising Quality

When it comes to anything that sticks, National Adhesive Inc. knows what makes the cut. The company has been committed to providing cutting-edge products that have changed the game in the adhesive and sealant market. With its line of adhesives, sealants, and tapes, National Adhesive Inc. has played a crucial role in the productivity of many individuals and organizations.

National Adhesive Inc. went from producing humble and novice brands to becoming one of the fastest-growing adhesive and sealant companies in all of North America. Its rapid rise to success is fueled by its commitment to present customers with innovations that simplify what has been done in the past by their competitors. The company is deeply passionate about scaling its brand to great heights and growing further into the multi-billion dollar industry. 

National Adhesive Inc. prides itself on having a wide range of products, all manufactured with its signature strength and durability. The company does not merely focus on producing sealants but is committed to genuinely understanding what the customers need and filling the gap for what is absent in the market.

Some of its most celebrated products are GlueAngel, an all-American reliable line of sealants, adhesives, and tapes, and Thicc Tape, which specializes in contractor-grade products designed to meet the highest industry standards for real estate. 

Furthermore, National Adhesive Inc. recently built a platform that makes ordering their products more accessible to everyone. “Our knowledge-based interactive platform has been launched. It removes the guessing our of which product to use, makes it easy to purchase; easy to use and easy to know where to use or how to use, and encourages you to join a community sharing knowledge and tips,” shared Dean Vanzyl of the National Adhesive Inc.

The primary goal of National Adhesive Inc. is to make things easy. They do not produce complicated, and overpromising products yet do not deliver its guaranteed results. Everything the company does revolves around making life easier for their customers, taking away all the unnecessary frills to produce nothing but the best.

Beyond being an adhesive company, National Adhesive Inc. is also a marketing and customer-focused business providing solutions that have not been presented before by other proponents in its industry. 

For over three years, National Adhesive Inc. has made itself and its products stand out in the adhesive market in the United States. Backed by a 25-year partnership with industry leaders from Africa and with the founder’s 25-year experience in marketing and customer service, National Adhesive Inc. is indeed one to watch.

“We have come out of nowhere, and we are already listed and loaded with the biggest players in our market. During the first quarter of 2021, our goods were sold in every single major retailer in our field,” shared Vanzyl. Furthermore, with their steady rise, the founder assures their competitors who do not know of them yet and do not see them as a current threat will soon know more about National Adhesive Inc. as the company continues to take great strides to dominate the adhesive and sealant industry.

Learn more about National Adhesive Inc. on its website.

East St. Louis Set to Experience a Massive Shift with Howard Hughes III’s $800 Million Development Plan

As far as city-wide development goes, it is the perfect solution for any city looking to improve its citizens’ lives and become a powerhouse in the grand scheme of things. The next city to enjoy the implementation of such a plan is East St. Louis in Illinois. This was announced by 31-year-old real estate developer Howard Hughes III, who will lead the development and change the face of East St. Louis.

The developer from Kalamazoo, Michigan, is set to lead an $800 million master plan which will cover three important phases in the development. With this plan, East St. Louis will gain 25 to 50 homes and two hotels, the development of the CBD Central Business District to add more shops, restaurants, downtown lofts, and various entertainment facilities. In addition, the most treasured parcel of land in East St. Louis, the Riverfront, will also receive some facelift.

According to plans and schedule, Howard Hughes III will bring his team of builders, including Clayco, HBD, and others, to develop East St. Louis city into the city of its citizens’ dreams. Once the development is complete, East St. Louis will become the first predominantly African-American urban community to enjoy a complete upgrade into a modern city. The development will turn East St. Louis into a smart city with remarkable features like city-wide Internet of Things (IoT), solar farms, solar homes, and green and renewable energy supply.

Howard Hughes III already built a solid reputation for himself as an experienced real estate developer but aims to make more waves with this partnership. His developer journey has been built solely on choosing areas that need development, opening them up and turning them around into thriving locations with all the amenities needed in a modern world. He has developed many cities and, as a result, created employment opportunities for thousands of people and helped America benefit through taxes from the numerous businesses that have sprung up from those developments.

Choosing East St. Louis was a no-brainer for Howard Hughes as he sees the city as one with huge potential, and his vision aligns perfectly with what is obtainable. “Right now, the city is pretty much a blank canvas. We have an outstanding view of downtown St. Louis and the Arch while being less than 3 minutes away. This is prime real estate, and the citizens of East St. Louis have been waiting for something of this magnitude. I am just thankful I am in a position to spearhead this very large development. I want to see this city win,” he said.

With the development set to kickstart soon, the next few years will see Howard and his team working hard to bring all the concepts to reality. He hopes to see East St. Louis become the city with opportunities in a few years. He foresees a lot of good things ranging from quality education to jobs, good roads, safe homes and general comfort for everyone who has made the city their home.

Learn more about Howard Hughes III on his website.

How the Yacht Hampton Boating Club Redefined the Yacht Experience of the Hamptons

Yacht Hampton is redefining the summer at the Hamptons with its fleet of luxury yachts ready to give its luxe clients life-long memories while taking these clients to some of the most exclusive spots throughout the Hamptons. With its well-crafted packages, the club is taking the yacht experience to the next level while making the decision-making process very easy. 

Unlike its competition, Yacht Hampton owns its entire fleet of over 30 boards and yachts. “We also have a larger and newer fleet than all of our competitors. Therefore we can be more flexible in placing reservations. Many companies only have 3 leased boats, so their time slots can be filled up rather quickly, plus they are limited to growth because of their smaller fleets,” shared Joe Ialacci, founder and CEO. 

Yacht Hampton has become popular for providing members with immersive packages that suit their lifestyles without requiring them to plan every minute of the trip. Chartered on their luxury fleet, yacht passengers can relax and look forward to an enjoyable time instead of stressing about all the details. Aboard the yacht, the team takes their clients sightseeing, water skiing, or simply cruising through an incredible sunset in the Hamptons.

Since its founding in 2013, Yacht Hampton has served clients for many occasions, including corporate events, anniversaries, birthday celebrations, bachelorette parties, weddings, and many other milestones. In addition, all the yachts are operated by USCG licensed captains, ensuring that passengers on board are safe at all times. 

Furthermore, each vessel owned by Yacht Hampton includes a collection of futuristic luxury water toys as featured on the TV show ‘Below Deck’. Jet skis, hydrofoil hoverboards, electric surfboards, paddleboards, floating islands, tubes, to name a few.

In addition, the CEO explained how the pandemic affected the rise in demand for the Yacht Hampton Boating Club’s fleet as people were becoming more eager to enjoy outdoor activities again. “The huge spike in demand for powerboats and yachts of all sizes caused by the COVID-19 pandemic has made it increasingly challenging for prospective owners to find the exact make and model they’re looking for, and supply chain problems–also fueled by the pandemic–have only exacerbated the issue. Predictably, prices have gone up, and for those who do manage to find a boat that suits their needs, finding a slip at the marina of their choice is often the next hurdle,” the founder explained.

Driven by the needs of the market, Joe Ialacci immediately took the opportunity to provide yacht cruising enthusiasts with options that would provide unforgettable experiences without breaking the bank, and Yacht Hampton was his perfect solution.

Asked what he envisions for his fleet in the coming months, Joe Ialacci shared that the Yacht Hampton will be expanding further into the luxury market soon and will expand into South Florida, from Jupiter to Miami. Without a doubt, the club is on its way changing and improving the powerboat and yacht rental industry. The globe has several sites within the US pinned for expansion within the coming months of 2022.

Learn more about the Yacht Hampton  on its website.

Country: United States

Media contact: Joe Ialacci

Company: Yacht Hampton 

Email: captain@yachthampton.com

Phone number: +1-631-500-7777

Website: https://www.hamptonsboatrental.com