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ADIFF Women’s History Month Film Series Highlights Black Women’s Stories, African-American Stories and Conversations

The African Diaspora International Film Festival is happy to announce its 2026 Women’s History Month Film Series, a three-day program celebrating women’s voices

This year’s edition places a special focus on African American stories and filmmaker conversations…alongside a significantly expanded virtual festival”
— ADIFF New York

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The African Diaspora International Film Festival (ADIFF) is happy to announce its 2026 Women’s History Month Film Series, a three-day program celebrating women’s voices in cinema across the African diaspora. Taking place March 27–29 at Teachers College and The Forum, Columbia University, the series brings together filmmakers, scholars, and audiences to engage with stories of resilience, creativity, family, and cultural legacy.

This year’s edition places a special focus on African American stories and filmmaker conversations—including the 2026 Oscar-shortlisted documentary “Seeds” —alongside a significantly expanded virtual festival, allowing audiences across the country to participate in the program online.

From political exile and artistic activism to motherhood, cultural identity, and land ownership, the films trace the many ways Black women shape history and community across generations.

Opening Night: A Landmark Film in Black Cinema
The series opens Friday, March 27 at 7:00 PM with the classic “Black Girl” by Senegalese filmmaker Ousmane Sembène, paired with “The Silent Monologue” by Khady Sylla. Widely recognized as one of the foundational works of African cinema, “Black Girl” follows a young Senegalese woman who travels to France to work as a maid, only to confront racism, isolation, and exploitation. In a striking echo across generations, “The Silent Monologue” portrays a domestic worker in Senegal who faces exploitation within a Senegalese household, offering a powerful reflection on class, labor, and dignity from within African society itself.

Free Event
Presented as a free community screening supported by the West Harlem Development Corporation, Invisible Beauty will be shown at the Forum on Sunday, March 29 at 1 PM. The film offers an intimate portrait of fashion pioneer Bethann Hardison, whose decades of activism helped open doors for Black models and challenge systemic racial exclusion in the global fashion industry.

African-American Highlights and Conversations
At 2:30 PM on Saturday, ADIFF presents “A Life in Arts Through the Eyes of Dr. Leslie King”, followed by a Q&A with film co-director Ben Baker-Lee. The documentary profiles renowned art historian and curator Dr. Leslie King Hammond, whose work has helped champion generations of artists of color in museums and academia.

Later that afternoon, “SPADURA” screens with a live Zoom Q&A. Framed as an off-kilter baby shower, the film unapologetically takes on motherhood, the emotional and financial cost of IVF, grief, aging, as well as the unique fertility obstacles faced by Black women in America

“The Eyes of the Rainbow” and “Blueprint for My People” are presented in a powerful double bill exploring the African diaspora through poetry and political history. Blueprint for My People lyrically illuminates the African American experience, pairing spoken-word narration of Margaret Walker’s poem “For My People” with contemporary imagery and rare 19th-century cyanotypes. Complementing this poetic reflection, Gloria Rolando’s “The Eyes of the Rainbow” gives voice to Assata Shakur, documenting her life in Cuban exile following her 1979 escape from a U.S. prison.

The film series closes with a screening of “Seeds”, directed by Brittany Shyne and shortlisted for the 2026 Academy Awards. The film offers an intimate look at Black generational farmers and the ongoing struggle to preserve land, legacy, and independence in rural America.

Stories from Across the African Diaspora include:

• The double feature “Village Keeper” and “She Island” will be followed by a Q&A discussion. “Village Keeper” portrays a single mother confronting trauma while raising her teenagers in a crowded apartment in Toronto, while She Island follows a Caribbean mother and daughter confronting a mysterious curse threatening the identity of the island’s women.
• “Power Alley”, from Brazil, follows a teenage volleyball player facing an unwanted pregnancy while preparing for a championship match.
• “The Last Meal”, directed by Haitian filmmaker Maryse Legagneur, presents an intimate father-daughter story about illness, reconciliation, and memory expressed through shared meals.

Expanded Virtual Festival
A key element of this year’s Women’s History Month series is ADIFF’s expanded virtual festival, which allows audiences across the United States and Canada to engage with the program.

The online selection includes films such as “Mother Surinam”, “Faraw! Mother of the Dunes”, “Brides”, “Survival of Kindness”, “Mama Africa: Miriam Makeba”, “Breaking Boundaries”, “Amal”, “Josephine Baker: Black Diva in a White Man’s World”, “Susana Baca: Memoria Viva”, “Zora Neale Hurston: Jump at the Sun”, and “Ludi”. Together, these films bring stories from the United States, Africa, the Caribbean, Australia and Latin America to audiences nationwide and beyond. Virtual screenings will be available for 48 hours after rental.

Event Information
What: ADIFF Women’s History Month Film Series
When: March 27–29, 2026
Where: Teachers College, Columbia University, 525 W 120th St, New York, NY 10027
The Forum – Room 315, 601 W 125th St, New York, NY 10027

Tickets: www.nyadiff.org

About ADIFF
The African Diaspora International Film Festival (ADIFF), founded in 1993, presents films that explore the human experience of people of African descent around the world. Through festivals, curated programs, and year-round screenings, ADIFF highlights stories that expand understanding of the global African diaspora and its cultural, political, and artistic contributions.

ADIFF Women’s History Month is made possible thanks to the support of ArtMattan Films, the New York State Council on the Arts, and the Office of Community Affairs at Teachers College, Columbia University.

ADIFF WOMEN HISTORY MONTH FILM SERIES AT A GLANCE

Friday, March 27
7:00 PM Black Girl & The Silent Monologue (Senegal)

Saturday, March 28
12:30 PM Power Alley (Brazil)
2:30 PM A Life in Arts Through the Eyes of Dr. Leslie King + Q&A (USA)
4:30 PM Spadura + Zoom Q&A (USA)
6:30 PM The Last Meal (Canada/Haiti)
8:30 PM The Eyes of the Rainbow & Blueprint for My People (USA/Cuba)

Sunday, March 29
1:00 PM The Forum – Room 315 Invisible Beauty (USA)
4:00 PM Village Keeper & She Island + Q&A (Canada/Trinidad and Tobago/USA)
6:30 PM Seeds (USA)

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March 12, 2026
LACBA Announces 2026-2027 Officer and Board of Trustee Nominees

In accordance with the association’s bylaws, a nominating committee annually selects and puts forward candidates for LACBA’s Board of Officers and Trustees.

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The Los Angeles County Bar Association (LACBA) announces its Officer and Board of Trustee nominees for the 2026-2027 bar year with terms commencing July 1, 2026.

President-Elect Theresa A. Leets will automatically become LACBA President.

OFFICERS
Douglas N. Silverstein, President-Elect
Eric A. Altoon, Senior Vice President
Shehnaz Bhujwala, Vice President

TRUSTEES AT-LARGE
Sarah Conway
Robert E. Mussig
Angela Zanin

TRUSTEES FROM SECTIONS
Jeffery J. Daar, Alternative Dispute Resolution
Gabriel G. Green, Litigation
Carolin Shining, Small Firm and Sole Practitioner

TRUSTEES FROM AFFILIATES
Vito A. Costanzo, Italian American Lawyers Association
Brian T. Glennon, Irish American Bar Association of Los Angeles
Kristen M. Howard, Pasadena Bar Association

ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION
Founded in 1878, the Los Angeles County Bar Association is one of the largest voluntary metropolitan bar associations in the United States, serving legal professionals throughout Los Angeles County through education, member services, and professional development.

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March 12, 2026
Influential Women Features Julie L. Wien, LCSW: Psychotherapist Advancing Individualized Mental Health Care

NORWOD, NJ, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Seasoned Clinician Provides Compassionate, Tailored Treatment for Individuals, Families, and Multidisciplinary Teams in Medical, Legal, and Community Settings

Norwood, New Jersey – Julie L. Wien, LCSW, is a highly respected psychotherapist with more than 30 years of clinical experience serving individuals, families, and multidisciplinary teams across medical, legal, and community settings. Known for her unwavering belief that every patient is unique, Julie develops treatment approaches tailored to each client’s specific needs. Drawing from a broad range of therapeutic modalities, she creates comprehensive and individualized care plans that address both immediate concerns and long-term well-being.

Throughout her career, Julie has provided expert care in areas including domestic violence, infertility, substance abuse, identity and gender-related issues, adolescent development, ADHD, eating disorders, PTSD, and complex medical and psychosocial challenges. Her collaborative approach has enabled her to work effectively with psychiatrists, physicians, school districts, law enforcement, and legal professionals, earning her a reputation as a trusted resource for high-priority and sensitive cases. Julie has developed and directed multiple outpatient mental health programs in New Jersey, including the first program of its kind within a Federally Qualified Health Center, and continues to consult for professionals across disciplines.

In private practice since 1997, Julie has built a robust referral network and a loyal client base grounded in her clinical expertise, compassion, and commitment to ethical, effective care. Her work has been recognized through media features—including in 201 Magazine—and through longstanding professional relationships with families and community partners. As an active member of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) and the New Jersey Society of Clinical Social Workers, she remains committed to advancing mental health care, advocating for her clients, and mentoring the next generation of clinicians.

Julie attributes her success to hard work and a genuine love for helping people. Running her private practice allows her to support individuals across all stages of life—from women’s health to those navigating divorce and major life transitions—and she finds daily fulfillment in making a difference. Licensed in both New York and New Jersey, Julie invests long hours to ensure her clients receive the care they deserve. The best career advice she has received is to stay inspired, a principle that helps her remain grounded in purpose and show up fully for those she serves.

Julie notes that one of the biggest challenges in her field is ensuring clients have access to the full support and resources they need amid growing demand for mental health services. However, she views this as an opportunity to expand access, strengthen care, and provide guidance with empathy and effectiveness.

In both her professional and personal life, Julie values balance, joy, and connection. Exercise keeps her grounded, while concerts and shopping provide ways to unwind and enjoy life. By prioritizing what energizes her, she is able to maintain a fulfilling rhythm and bring her best self to every client interaction.

Learn More about Julie L. Wien:

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March 12, 2026
DRONERESPONDERS and National Real Time Crime Center Association Announce Strategic Operations Agreement

Strategic Partnership Will Advance Interoperability between Drone as a First Responder and NRTCC Operations across the U.S.

The merging of real-time crime centers and Drone as First Responders (DFR) programs elevates both capabilities and significantly enhances the safety of the communities served.”
— Chief Charles L. Werner (Ret.), Director of DRONERESPONDERS

WILLIAMSBURG, VA, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The National Real Time Crime Center Association (NRTCCA) and DRONERESPONDERS today announced a national operations agreement designed to strengthen collaboration and accelerate the integration of Drone as First Responder (DFR) programs with real-time crime center operations across the United States.

The announcement was made at the DRONERESPONDERS National Conference (NACON) at Busch Gardens in Williamsburg, Virginia, where leaders from across the public safety, drone, and technology sectors have gathered to advance the future of unmanned systems in emergency response.

The agreement marks a significant step forward in aligning the operational expertise, training resources, and best practices of both organizations to enhance real-time situational awareness and improve decision-making for public safety agencies nationwide.

The collaboration will support agencies as they move from concept to implementation, strengthening response efficiency and community safety outcomes through the coordinated use of DFR programs and real-time operational platforms.

As part of the partnership, the NRTCCA and DRONERESPONDERS will establish a joint DRONERESPONDERS/NRTCCA Working Group. The group will focus on capturing, developing, and sharing best practices for effectively integrating DFR programs with real-time crime center operations, with emphasis on policy development, governance, staffing models, technology integration, and sustainable program design.

“The merging of real-time crime centers and DFR programs elevates both capabilities and significantly enhances the safety of the communities served,” said Chief Charles L. Werner (Ret.), director of DRONERESPONDERS. “This partnership allows agencies to leverage proven operational frameworks while responsibly expanding the use of unmanned aircraft systems in public safety.”

Captain Abrem Ayana, director of Drone as First Responder for the NRTCCA, emphasized the operational focus of the collaboration. “This partnership is about closing the gap between innovation and day-to-day operations,” Ayana said. “DRONERESPONDERS brings extensive experience in UAS policy, training, and program development, while the NRTCCA focuses on how real-time tools are used when seconds matter. Together, we are giving agencies a clearer, more practical path to implementing DFR programs effectively.”

The partnership reflects a shared commitment to responsible technology adoption, transparency, and operational effectiveness, ensuring agencies can deploy advanced capabilities in ways that are both mission-ready and publicly accountable.

Public safety professionals interested in participating in the DRONERESPONDERS/NRTCCA Working Group or learning more about the partnership can visit www.nrtcca.org.

MEDIA CONTACTS:

Brianna Alvarez, Program Manager, DRONE RESPONDERS
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Alexia Benson, VP of Administration, National Real Time Crime Center Association info@nrtcca.org

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March 12, 2026
iOT365 Confirms Containerized OT Security Collector Deployment Inside Industrial Switches

iOT365 confirms containerized OT security collectors running inside industrial switches, enabling AI-powered SIEM, virtual SOC and autonomous compliance.

The easy deployment, stable 24/7 operation, and unified AI-driven OT security and compliance platform allow organizations to gain real visibility and protection without impacting industrial operations”
— Alexander Tartakovsky

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — iOT365 Confirms Containerized OT Security Deployment Inside Industrial Switches

New Edge-Native Architecture Enables AI-Native OT SOC and Autonomous Compliance Intelligence for Critical Infrastructure

New York, USA — iOT365 today announced the successful validation of its containerized OT cybersecurity collector deployed directly inside industrial network switches, confirming a new edge-native architecture designed to simplify cybersecurity deployment across operational technology (OT) environments while enabling continuous AI-driven monitoring and compliance automation.

With this architecture, iOT365 introduces a new category of Edge-Native OT Cybersecurity—where security monitoring, AI-driven analysis, and autonomous compliance operate directly within network infrastructure rather than through external security appliances.

This deployment model allows organizations to introduce cybersecurity monitoring without installing additional hardware sensors, without interrupting operations, and without impacting industrial processes. The iOT365 collector operates as a containerized application within supported industrial switches, using dedicated compute and memory resources isolated from switching functions.

By embedding security monitoring directly at the network edge, iOT365 eliminates the traditional complexity of external sensors, network taps, and additional monitoring appliances while preserving the stability and performance of industrial operations.

Instead of capturing full packet payloads that can overload OT networks, the platform analyzes protocol-aware metadata from industrial communication flows, providing deep visibility into OT environments while maintaining extremely low bandwidth consumption.

This lightweight approach enables stable 24/7 monitoring across isolated industrial sites, including critical infrastructure environments where operational continuity and deterministic network behavior are essential.

The validated deployment reinforces the strength of the iOT365 unified OT cybersecurity ecosystem, which integrates multiple capabilities into a single platform:
• ML-powered IDS for industrial protocol anomaly detection
• AI-powered SIEM designed specifically for OT environments
• AI-native Virtual SOC powered by large language models (LLM)
• Autonomous Compliance Intelligence aligned with global regulatory frameworks

Security telemetry collected by the containerized collectors is securely transferred to an isolated central analysis environment, where iOT365’s AI analytics engine correlates events, filters noise, and prioritizes alerts. This process dramatically reduces false positives and ensures that security teams receive clean, actionable detections that require real attention.

For highly sensitive environments, the architecture supports unidirectional data transfer, allowing operational networks to remain fully isolated while security telemetry flows securely to the monitoring environment.

The platform’s AI-native OT SOC introduces a new operational model for industrial cybersecurity. Using large language models trained on OT security knowledge, the system assists analysts by explaining alerts, investigating anomalies, correlating attack patterns, and generating operational guidance.

This approach significantly accelerates investigation workflows while reducing the burden on security teams responsible for protecting complex industrial environments.

At the governance layer, iOT365 introduces Autonomous Compliance Intelligence, enabling organizations to continuously align cybersecurity monitoring with major global regulatory frameworks.

The platform supports automated compliance mapping and reporting across standards, including:
• NIS2 Directive
• NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF)
• NIST SP 800-53 security controls
• NERC-CIP
• IEC 62443
• ISO 27001

Using its LLM-powered compliance reporting engine, iOT365 can automatically generate audit-ready compliance reports that map detected events, monitoring coverage, and system configurations directly to regulatory requirements.

This capability transforms compliance from a manual documentation process into a continuous, automated security governance function.

Alexander Tartakovsky, Founder and CEO of iOT365, commented:
“The easy deployment, redundant architecture, and stable 24/7 operation of the iOT365 platform allow organizations to control the entire chain of OT cybersecurity and compliance through a unified ecosystem. By deploying directly inside network switches without impacting operations, we deliver real protection and visibility with clean detections—without compromises and without overloading manufacturing or operational environments.”

The successful validation of containerized collector deployment inside industrial switches confirms iOT365’s vision for edge-native OT cybersecurity, where security monitoring, threat detection, and compliance intelligence operate as a unified system designed specifically for industrial networks.

By combining lightweight edge deployment, AI-driven security analytics, and autonomous compliance automation, iOT365 enables critical infrastructure operators to strengthen cybersecurity resilience while maintaining operational stability.

About iOT365
iOT365 provides an AI-powered OT cybersecurity and compliance platform for critical infrastructure. The platform combines ML-based intrusion detection, AI-driven SIEM, an AI-native virtual SOC, and Autonomous Compliance Intelligence. Lightweight collectors run inside industrial network switches, enabling non-intrusive monitoring, high-confidence detection, and automated compliance aligned with NIS2, NIST, NERC-CIP, IEC 62443, and ISO 27001.

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March 12, 2026
Influential Women Features Sue Ferrera Celebrated Author and Blogger Sharing Stories of Life, Growth, and Self-Discovery

COOL, CA, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — San Francisco Writer and Storyteller Inspires Through Memoirs and Substack Blog, Encouraging Authenticity, Vulnerability, and Joy in Everyday Life

Sue Ferrera is a devoted author and blogger whose writing captures the beauty, humor, and wisdom found in life’s everyday moments. Born in San Francisco and raised in the Bay Area, Sue developed an early passion for storytelling and curiosity, a love that continues to guide her work and personal journey. Before dedicating herself to writing, she spent twenty years as a court reporter—a career that honed her attention to detail and deepened her understanding of the many stories that unfold in ordinary life.

For the past three years, Sue has shared her reflections on life, growth, and self-discovery through her Substack blog, Tales of a Wayward Yogini. What began as a chronicle of her yoga teacher training evolved into a broader exploration of personal transformation, resilience, and the pursuit of joy. Her writing encourages readers to embrace life fully, finding wonder and meaning in both extraordinary and everyday experiences.

In 2021, Sue published her debut memoir, Lessons of a Wayward Yogini, fulfilling a lifelong dream of sharing her story with the world. She is currently working on her second book, a memoir dedicated to her mother, continuing to explore the themes of gratitude, perseverance, and personal growth that define her voice as a writer.

Sue attributes her success to dreaming boldly and taking consistent steps to bring those dreams to life. She believes that even small actions contribute to a purposeful, creative, and connected life, enabling her growth both personally and professionally. The best career advice she has received is to hold on to her passion and continue doing what she loves, a principle that keeps her work authentic, joyful, and deeply fulfilling.

To young women entering the writing and publishing industry, Sue advises staying true to what excites them, writing from the heart, and embracing vulnerability. She emphasizes that honesty and openness resonate far more deeply than perfection, encouraging women to trust their voices and unique perspectives. One of the greatest challenges she has faced is building an audience while staying genuine, yet she credits authenticity as the key to long-term success.

Both personally and professionally, Sue values honesty and kindness, guiding her interactions and anchoring her work in gratitude and connection. She is married to her supportive husband, Rick, and is the proud mother of two children, two stepchildren, and a granddaughter who inspires her daily. Outside of writing, she enjoys gardening, cooking, hiking, and practicing and teaching yoga, demonstrating that the ordinary can indeed be extraordinary.

Through her memoirs and blog, Sue Ferrera continues to inspire readers with her heartfelt reflections, authenticity, and unwavering dedication to exploring the beauty and meaning in every chapter of life.

Learn More about Sue Ferrera:

Through her Influential Women profile, https://influentialwomen.com/connect/sue-ferrera or through her website, https://waywardyogini.substack.com/

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March 12, 2026
45,500 +/- SF Former Boot Factory up for Auction

1.35+/- Acre Site to be Sold Online by Tranzon Alderfer

RICHLAND, PA, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The Industrial Building, located at 25 Willow Street, Richland, Pennsylvania was the manufacturing site for the Double-H Boots Company. The site that produced Cowboy Boots has been vacant for several years and is ready Adaptive Reuse.

The location, between Reading and Hershey in Lebanon County, is conveniently located close to Routes 78, 422 and the PA Turnpike. The site has a large parking area and ample ingress and egress. The building has three loading docks, 16’ ceilings and 14” reinforced concrete floors, sprinkler system, hydraulic elevator & multi-zone gas heating and air-conditioning. The zoning is Commercial/Industrial and allows for a variety of uses.

The property that had previously been on the market for $500,000 has a Minimum Bid of $100,000, meaning it is guaranteed to be sold at or above $100,000. “They are not building like this anymore.” said Bob Dann, Auctioneer for Tranzon Auction Co “The building is solid and can be used for a variety of uses, so put your boots on and come see it.”

The Auction Date is set for Tuesday, April 8th at 1:00. The Auction will be online and a property preview is scheduled for March 26 from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
A comprehensive Property Information Package is available on TRANZON.com and includes the zoning, building specifications, terms, auction day contract and everything bidders need to know about the property and the bidding process.

Questions concerning the property or how to bid and buy please contact Bob Dann at
215-850-5466 and/or bdann@tranzon.com.

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March 12, 2026
KFSH Leads Globally in Paired Kidney Transplants Performed at a Single Center in 2025

RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, March 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSH) achieved a global milestone by recording the highest number of kidney paired donation transplants performed at a single center worldwide, completing 130 transplants in 2025. This figure surpassed the total performed transplants across 23 centers in Canada, which reached 73 transplants, as well as the highest-volume single center in the United States, which carried out 94 during the same period.

The achievement reflects the steady growth of the program since its launch in 2016, bringing the cumulative number of kidney paired transplants performed under the program to 691 by the end of 2025, positioning it among the leading single-center kidney transplant initiatives globally.

This success was driven by a fully integrated operational model within one center, combining advanced immunology laboratory capabilities for precise compatibility testing, a coordinated system for managing complex exchange chains, and multidisciplinary clinical teams including transplant physicians and surgeons, anesthesiologists, transplant coordinators, nursing staff, and histocompatibility laboratory specialists. Together, they execute simultaneous procedures with high efficiency while maintaining patient safety at every stage of care.

The kidney paired donation program represents an innovative solution that expands access to transplantation by enabling kidney exchanges among patients whose blood types or tissue profiles are incompatible with their original donors. Through structured donor exchanges, patients are matched with more compatible donors, providing a pathway to transplantation for many who otherwise struggle to find suitable matches.

It is worth noting that King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre was ranked first in the Middle East and North Africa and 12th globally among the world’s top 250 academic medical centers for 2026. It was also recognized as the most valuable healthcare brand in the Kingdom and the Middle East by Brand Finance in 2025, and was listed by Newsweek among the World’s Best Hospitals 2025, the World’s Best Smart Hospitals 2026, and the World’s Best Specialized Hospitals 2026.

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March 12, 2026
Venustas Highlights the Importance of Designing Heated Outerwear for Women

Venustas explores why women’s heated outerwear should be designed for real body structure, comfort, and everyday winter use.

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — How Thoughtful Design Shapes Warmth in Women’s Heated Outerwear
For many years, performance outerwear has often followed a predictable design approach. Many brands begin with a men’s jacket and create a women’s version by adjusting a few measurements such as shortening the sleeves, narrowing the shoulders, or slightly tapering the waist. While these changes may create visible differences, the actual wearing experience can still feel mismatched.
In everyday situations, these small design compromises become more noticeable. A jacket may pull across the shoulders when the wearer raises her arms, feel boxy around the waist when walking quickly, or allow cold air to slip in around the lower back when bending down. These details are often most obvious during ordinary winter moments such as carrying a bag on one shoulder, rushing between buildings, or standing outside waiting for transportation in cold wind. In these situations, “performance” is no longer a technical term. It simply means whether clothing allows the wearer to move comfortably and stay warm without constantly thinking about the cold.
This challenge has gradually encouraged designers to rethink how women’s outerwear should be developed in the first place.

Women Are Not Scaled-Down Men
Women’s bodies are not simply smaller versions of men’s. Differences in shoulder mobility, waist-to-hip proportions, and overall body shape influence how outerwear fits and how effectively it retains warmth.
When garments are created from a standard template and simply resized, they may technically fit but often fail to move naturally with the body. Everyday movements such as reaching overhead, fastening a seatbelt, carrying groceries, or walking quickly through strong wind can reveal these limitations. If the shoulder structure is not shaped correctly, the jacket may pull across the back. If the waist and hip proportions are not balanced, the coat may leave gaps where cold air enters.
Warmth is not determined only by insulation thickness. It also depends on how effectively heat is retained close to the body. Even high quality insulation becomes less effective when cold air circulates inside a garment. A carefully contoured silhouette allows insulation to sit closer to the body while still supporting natural movement. In this sense, fit is not only an aesthetic choice but also an important factor in how warm a jacket actually feels.

Warmth and Women’s Physiological Comfort
Warmth also plays an important role in women’s physiological comfort. Many women experience fluctuations in body temperature and increased sensitivity to cold during different phases of the menstrual cycle. During these periods, maintaining warmth, particularly around the abdomen and lower back, can contribute to overall comfort.
For this reason, gentle heat is commonly used to support relaxation in the abdominal area. While outerwear is not intended to serve as a medical solution, everyday clothing that helps maintain warmth in these areas can still influence how comfortable women feel throughout the day. Warmth concentrated around the core can help support a sense of stability and physical ease, especially during colder seasons.
This perspective highlights why warmth placement matters. When warmth is focused in areas such as the abdomen and lower back, it can support comfort in ways that go beyond simply increasing overall temperature.

Warmth in Real Life
Cold weather is rarely experienced in a single moment. For many women, it appears gradually throughout the day in small situations that repeat constantly during winter. Waiting for transportation on a windy morning, walking the dog before sunrise, crossing an open street during a commute, or spending hours in a slightly cold office can all contribute to heat loss over time.
At the same time, winter routines often involve moving between several different environments. A typical day may include stepping outside into freezing air, commuting on public transportation, spending time indoors, and then returning outside again later in the evening. Traditional winter coats are often designed for only one of these conditions, which is why they can quickly feel too warm indoors or not warm enough outdoors.
These everyday transitions highlight the importance of adaptable warmth that can respond to changing environments.

Why Adjustable Heating Matters
Heating technology introduces a different approach to winter outerwear. Instead of relying entirely on heavy insulation that must be removed or layered again throughout the day, adjustable heating allows wearers to adapt warmth depending on their surroundings.
Targeted warmth, particularly around the core, helps maintain comfort without overheating the entire body. When environments change, heating levels can be adjusted accordingly. This flexibility allows wearers to maintain consistent comfort across different conditions.
When warmth functions this way, it becomes less noticeable. Rather than demanding constant attention, it quietly supports daily routines and helps the wearer stay comfortable throughout the day.

Venustas Design Philosophy
At Venustas, women’s heated outerwear begins with a simple principle. The design process starts with the female body rather than treating women’s apparel as a secondary adaptation of an existing template.
Garments are shaped intentionally to support natural movement and balanced warmth. Heating zones are positioned in areas where warmth contributes most to comfort, while insulation and silhouette are designed to maintain mobility as well as fit. This approach allows warmth to work naturally with the body rather than against it.
Women do not need smaller versions of someone else’s design. They deserve outerwear developed around their own routines, environments, and comfort needs. Thoughtful design ensures that warmth supports daily life rather than interrupting it.

About Venustas
As heated apparel continues to evolve from niche gear to daily essentials, Venustas focuses on creating wearable warmth solutions that balance comfort, performance, and responsible design. Its best known products include heated jackets that deliver all around warmth as a core solution for cold environments, complemented by close to skin accessories such as heated gloves and socks that provide added convenience and targeted warmth.

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March 12, 2026
Madison Insurance Group Announces Second Annual Spring Summit as Advisors Explore Enterprise Risk Insurance Strategies

Madison Insurance Group Announces Second Annual MIG Spring Summit as Advisors Explore Enterprise Risk Insurance Strategies

The conversation around insurance is shifting from isolated policies to enterprise risk. Advisors want to understand how risk management fits into the financial and tax picture for business owners.”
— Mark Sims, President Madison Insurance Group

SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO , PUERTO RICO, March 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Madison Insurance Group (MIG) has announced the Second Annual MIG Spring Summit, scheduled for April 26–28, 2026, at the Westin Kierland Resort & Spa in Scottsdale, Arizona. The event follows the firm’s inaugural gathering in 2025, which brought together financial advisors, wealth strategists and industry professionals interested in the evolving role of insurance within advanced financial planning.

This year’s summit will focus on enterprise risk insurance, an approach that allows business owners to address operational risks while integrating insurance into broader financial and tax planning discussions. Interest in these strategies has grown as advisors increasingly look for ways to help business owners manage risk exposure while also evaluating the financial implications of how those risks are insured.

“Advisors are realizing that many of the biggest threats to a company’s value are not traditional insurable events,” said Mark Sims, President of Madison Insurance Group. “They’re operational disruptions — the loss of key employees, major customers, suppliers, or even reputational damage. Enterprise risk insurance allows those risks to be evaluated more strategically.”

While the concept can sound complex, Sims says the underlying structure is straightforward.

“What we’re doing is applying traditional insurance frameworks to risks that many businesses have historically struggled to insure,” Sims said. “That’s where enterprise risk planning becomes valuable.”

Enterprise risk programs allow businesses to insure exposures such as business interruption, loss of key personnel, cyber liability, regulatory actions and other operational threats that can disrupt revenue or enterprise value. Rather than addressing these risks through separate policies, enterprise risk frameworks evaluate them collectively within a broader risk-management structure.

For business owners, these programs can also create new planning conversations around how insurance expenses interact with broader financial and tax strategies. As business leaders have become increasingly aware of the tax implications behind financial decisions, advisors are placing greater emphasis on understanding how risk financing may affect overall planning outcomes.

“Today’s business owners are highly educated when it comes to taxes,” Sims said. “They don’t make major financial decisions without understanding the tax implications. Insurance is becoming part of that conversation.”

Madison Insurance Group operates within Puerto Rico’s insurance regulatory framework and works with advisors evaluating enterprise risk strategies for profitable businesses with significant operational exposure. Over time, the firm has focused on refining its model and ensuring alignment with applicable insurance regulations as the broader regulatory environment surrounding alternative risk structures has evolved.

Those developments have also increased interest among advisors looking for compliant insurance-based solutions for business-owner clients.

Through its platform and network of strategic partners, Madison works with financial advisors, CPAs and tax professionals who are exploring how enterprise risk insurance may complement traditional wealth management approaches. The goal, according to Sims, is not to replace conventional insurance or planning strategies but to expand the tools advisors can use when working with business owners.

The MIG Spring Summit is designed to bring those conversations into a collaborative environment where advisors can examine real-world planning scenarios, discuss regulatory developments and explore how enterprise risk strategies are being implemented across different industries.

“The first summit created a forum for thoughtful discussions among advisors who are navigating increasingly complex planning environments,” Sims said. “This year we’re continuing that dialogue as more advisors explore how enterprise risk insurance fits into the broader planning landscape.”

Click on the links to learn more about the summit, register or book your hotel registration. More online at: www.madisoninsurancegroup.org.

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About Madison Insurance Group:
Madison Insurance Group is a leader in enterprise risk management and alternative insurance solutions, specializing in insuring business revenue and mitigating financial disruptions. With a focus on protecting against catastrophic risks and optimizing financial strategies, Madison Insurance Group helps business owners safeguard their future while maximizing financial efficiency. For more information, visit online at www.madisoninsurancegroup.org

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March 12, 2026