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  • Phoenix Ortho and Prescribe FIT Bring One-Tap Lifestyle Health and RPM to Orthopedic Workflows

    Phoenix Ortho integrates Prescribe FIT into Phoenix Go, enabling one-tap lifestyle health & RPM enrollment and simplified billing for new recurring revenue.

    For years, orthopedic surgeons have seen how weight and lifestyle affect outcomes, but they’ve lacked the time, tools, and staffing to manage those issues between appointments.”
    — Paul McCune, Principal at Phoenix Ortho

    OVILLA, TX, UNITED STATES, March 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Phoenix Ortho, the orthopedic-specific EHR and practice management platform, today announced a partnership and new integration with Prescribe FIT that builds lifestyle health and remote patient monitoring (RPM) directly into the Phoenix Go workflow. The collaboration allows Phoenix Ortho practices to address nutrition, physical activity, weight, and daily habits as part of standard orthopedic care, while generating new recurring RPM revenue with minimal additional work for physicians and staff.

    Orthopedic practices are being asked to manage more than joints and bones. Patients are arriving at clinics with elevated perioperative risk, higher BMI, more comorbidities, and increasing expectations for continuous support between visits. At the same time, payers and regulators are moving toward value-based models that reward long-term function, fewer complications, and proactive risk management rather than episodic care alone. In this environment, lifestyle factors such as weight, mobility, nutrition, sleep, and daily activity have become central drivers of pain, readiness for surgery, recovery, and implant longevity.

    “For years, orthopedic surgeons have seen how weight and lifestyle affect outcomes, but they’ve lacked the time, tools, and staffing to manage those issues between appointments,” said Paul McCune, Principal at Phoenix Ortho. “By partnering with Prescribe FIT, we are giving our clients a way to address that reality inside the workflow they already use every day, instead of asking them to take on another portal or program.”

    Phoenix Ortho clients can now identify and enroll appropriate patients into Prescribe FIT’s virtual lifestyle health and RPM program as part of a continuous MSK care journey for surgical or non-surgical patients. Once a prescription is placed, Prescribe FIT’s clinical and patient experience teams assume responsibility for outreach, education, enrollment, and ongoing coaching. Patients receive regular, personalized support focused on pain reduction, mobility improvement, weight loss, and healthy habits, while patient-generated data flows back for review under RPM guidelines. Physicians and advanced practitioners remain in control of the plan of care but are no longer solely responsible for executing the day-to-day behavior change work.

    The integration is delivered through Phoenix Go, Phoenix Ortho’s desktop and mobile experience. From within Phoenix Go, clinicians gain access to a new Prescribe FIT feature that surfaces eligible patients based on criteria such as BMI ≥ 27. Providers can review this list, decide who should be enrolled, enter clinical notes, and sign prescriptions for multiple patients in a single workflow.

    On the back end, Phoenix Ortho and Prescribe FIT have also designed the integration to simplify billing operations. Practices continue to use their existing templates and billing processes while leveraging Phoenix Go’s automated document engine to handle the repetitive steps required to generate monthly billing for remote patient monitoring (RPM) from Prescribe FIT reports. RPM programs like Prescribe FIT function as an ancillary service that creates a recurring monthly revenue stream, reimbursable through insurance under a defined set of six RPM CPT codes. The integration leverages Prescribe FIT’s audit-ready billing reports, which are based on the current AMA codebook, so Phoenix Ortho clients can capture appropriate RPM reimbursement without adding significant administrative burden.

    “Orthopedic practices are moving into a new era,” said Brock Leonti, CEO & Founder of Prescribe FIT. “The private practices that will win are those that extend care beyond the four walls of the clinic and build durable, recurring revenue around that continuous support. This partnership with Phoenix Ortho EHR makes it possible for their clients to step into that future in a single tap, without introducing new friction for providers to make MSK digital health a priority treatment in their care.”

    Both companies see the integration as part of a broader shift in how orthopedic care is delivered and how private practices compete. As reimbursements decline and remote monitoring, patient-reported outcomes, and value-based expectations become standard, Phoenix Ortho and Prescribe FIT believe practices will increasingly be differentiated by their ability to manage risk longitudinally, support lifestyle change, and create predictable non-surgical revenue streams. The partnership is designed to position Phoenix Ortho clients on the leading edge of that transition.

    The Prescribe FIT integration is already being rolled out to Phoenix Go clients, with early access available for select practices. The companies are also planning a joint announcement at AAOE, educational webinars for Phoenix Ortho clients, and subsequent case studies highlighting early adopters and their clinical and financial results.

    Orthopedic practices interested in learning more about the integration, eligibility criteria, or early participation can visit phoenixortho.net/prescribe-fit or contact Phoenix Ortho or Prescribe FIT directly at phoenixortho@prescribefit.com

    About Phoenix Ortho
    Phoenix Ortho delivers orthopedic-specific EHR, practice management, and imaging solutions designed to support the unique workflows of private orthopedic practices. With Phoenix Go, clinicians gain mobile and desktop access to tools that streamline documentation, imaging review, and clinical decision-making, helping practices operate more efficiently while improving the patient experience. Learn more at phoenixortho.net/prescribe-fit.

    About Prescribe FIT
    Prescribe FIT is transforming orthopedics by offering a unique protocol that combines a practice-building ancillary service with innovative patient care. We offer a full-service remote monitoring and virtual lifestyle health solution focused on root-cause medicine built specifically for private orthopedic practices. Learn more at prescribefit.com/phoenix-ortho-EHR.

    Anna Brocato
    Phoenix Ortho
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  • AImmersive Launches OMEA – a Narrative Gaming Platform Built on Unprecedented Freedom of Choice

    Every choice you make. Every lie you tell. Every promise you break. The story tracks it all.

    PALO ALTO, CA / ACCESS Newswire / March 9, 2026 / AImmersive Inc. today announced OMEA, a narrative gaming platform where players speak or type freely and the story responds to every choice they make. No dialogue wheels, no predetermined options, no invisible walls – just natural language, and a world that listens. The public demo is free to play now at demo.omea.ai, no download or account required.

    [ OMEA TRAILER · LOGO · SCREENSHOTS – media kit: Demo-Launch ]

    Freedom of choice is what OMEA is built on. OMEA’s Narrative Intelligence – trained on over 150,000 novels, built specifically for storytelling – tracks every thread, every relationship, every decision across the entire adventure. Betray an ally early on; watch the consequences surface hours later in ways no one explicitly programmed.

    The worlds and characters are built by professional storytellers and game designers. The AI does what humans cannot: hold the full weight of a player’s choices and weave them, live, into a story that belongs to that player alone. No two playthroughs are alike.

    “This is not a chatbot wearing a costume. OMEA is an entirely new medium – one where the player’s imagination is the only limit.” – Max Salamonowicz, Founder, AImmersive Inc.

    The full OMEA platform – with adventures across hard sci-fi, fantasy, horror, mystery, slice of life, and more – is coming to Steam, App Store, and Google Play. The launch coincides with AImmersive’s presence at the NFX AI Games Conference, GDC 2026, and NVIDIA GTC 2026. The company has closed a pre-seed round and is now pursuing seed investment with strategic and VC partners.

    About AImmersive Inc.
    AImmersive Inc. is a narrative gaming company combining AI research, game design, and professional storytelling. Founded by Max Salamonowicz and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, AImmersive operates across the US and Europe. Learn more at omea.ai.

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    Aleksandra Wójcik
    awojcik@crunchfest.com
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    ABOUT OMEA
    A New Medium. A New Kind of Game.
    Interactive storytelling has been stuck behind the same wall for fifty years. No matter how good the writing or how large the budget, every game eventually reveals its invisible fence: try something the designers didn’t anticipate, and the illusion collapses.

    OMEA tears down that fence. Players interact in natural language – spoken or typed – and the story genuinely responds. Not a simulation of freedom. Actual freedom, within a world built by professional writers who set the stage, wrote the characters, and defined the stakes.

    Think of it as the difference between a choose-your-own-adventure book and being dropped inside the story with a real voice. The authors wrote the world. The player lives it.

    “Written by humans. Lived by you.” – AImmersive Inc.

    THE TECHNOLOGY
    What Makes Unprecedented Freedom Possible
    At the center of OMEA is Narrative Intelligence – a proprietary AI trained on over 150,000 novels, built specifically for storytelling, not general conversation.

    It understands story structure, character motivation, and consequence in a way general-purpose AI does not. It knows when to build tension, when to release it, when a character should remember – and when they should pretend they don’t.

    Writers create what only humans can: worlds with soul, characters with depth. The AI does what humans cannot: track every thread a player pulls and respond to every move they make, honestly and in real time.

    THE DEMO
    Available Now – Free, Any Device, No Sign-Up
    The public demo is live at demo.omea.ai. Any browser, any device – desktop, laptop, phone, or tablet. No download, no account.

    It features a complete adventure with full voice from AImmersive’s proprietary in-house voice AI, adaptive music, dynamic sound, and illustrated scenes. Play it. Try something unexpected. That is the point.

    The full OMEA platform – with a growing catalogue across genres – is coming to Steam, App Store, and Google Play.

    ABOUT AIMMERSIVE
    The Company
    AImmersive Inc. is a team between Poland and California combining AI research, game design, and professional storytelling.

    Founded by Max Salamonowicz, AImmersive exists to close the gap between what a player imagines and what a game actually allows. OMEA is the answer – a platform where that gap no longer exists.

    Company

    AImmersive Inc.

    Incorporation

    Delaware C-Corp

    Headquarters

    Palo Alto, California, USA

    Team

    US & Europe (distributed)

    Platform

    Coming to Steam, App Store, and Google Play

    Demo

    Live now – free at demo.omea.ai

    Events Q1 2026

    NFX AI Games Conference · GDC 2026 · NVIDIA GTC 2026

    Funding

    Pre-seed closed. Seed round open – seeking strategic & VC partners.

    Website

    omea.ai

    QUICK REFERENCE
    OMEA at a Glance

    What it is

    A narrative gaming platform – play through illustrated adventures in natural language.

    The innovation

    Unprecedented freedom of choice: no dialogue wheels, no predetermined options.

    How to play

    Speak or type anything. The story tracks every choice and responds accordingly.

    The AI

    Narrative Intelligence – trained on 150,000+ novels, built for storytelling.

    The voice

    Proprietary voice AI, built in-house by AImmersive.

    Craftsmanship

    Worlds and characters built by professional storytellers and game designers.

    Try it now

    demo.omea.ai – free, any browser, any device, no sign-up.

    Coming soon

    Steam, App Store, Google Play.

    Genres

    Hard sci-fi, fantasy, horror, mystery, slice of life, and more.

    MEDIA & PRESS
    Contacts & Assets

    Press enquiries

    Aleksandra Wójcik – awojcik@crunchfest.com

    On behalf of

    AImmersive Inc.

    Partnership & BD

    future@aimmersive.ai

    Play the demo

    demo.omea.ai

    Website

    omea.ai

    Media kit

    Demo-Launch

    Interviews with Max Salamonowicz, Founder of AImmersive, are available for scheduling. Please contact Aleksandra Wójcik at awojcik@crunchfest.com.

    SOURCE: OMEA.ai

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  • ARTHI RABIKRISSON SELECTED AS TOP INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP COACH OF THE DECADE BY IAOTP

    The International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP) will honor Arthi Rabikrisson at their annual awards gala in NYC at the Plaza Hotel

    NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Arthi Rabikrisson, Founder & Managing Director of Prerna Advisory, Thought Leader at Forbes Coaches Council was recently selected as International Leadership Coach of the Decade by the International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP) for her outstanding leadership, dedication, and commitment to the industry.

    Being selected as an award recipient within the IAOTP is a prestigious achievement; only a select group of distinguished professionals earn this elite membership each year. Honorees are chosen for their professional excellence, academic accomplishments, leadership capabilities, longevity in their field, meaningful affiliations, and contributions to their communities. All recipients are invited to attend IAOTP’s annual awards gala at the end of the year, a celebration dedicated to honoring the achievements of these top professionals.
    www.iaotp.com/award-gala

    The President of IAOTP, Stephanie Cirami, stated, “We are honored to have Arthi Rabikrisson as part of the IAOTP family. She provides visionary leadership as a female entrepreneur, and her extraordinary accomplishments prove she will empower women worldwide. We look forward to celebrating all her merits at the Annual Awards Gala and cannot wait to see more amazing things from this woman.”

    With over two decades of corporate and coaching experience in the financial services industry, Arthi has firmly established herself as an expert in her field. A dynamic and results-driven leader, she is a seasoned and trusted leadership coach who has guided hundreds of professionals globally. From the financial services, industrial, retail, mining & Oil, telecommunications and technology sectors, to agriculture, public sectors and other private and nonprofit sectors, Arthi has enhanced clients personal brand’s, leadership development, and enabled them to scale their businesses to new heights.

    Arthi’s areas of expertise span various impactful disciplines, including high-performance coaching for leaders and entrepreneurs, sales and business coaching, and a practitioner of the as a Neuro-Agility Profile and Emotional Intelligence Competencies Assessment for teams and individuals. She is also a passionate advocate for women’s empowerment, focusing on DEI initiatives and improving access to capital. Additionally, as a Harvard Business Review Advisory Council member, Arthi contributes to shaping cutting-edge business strategies.

    At the heart of her work lies Prerna Advisory, whose mission is to empower individuals and teams to achieve their fullest potential through targeted coaching and talent management solutions. Through capital raising and alternative investments, they invest in organic business opportunities, and through strategic business and organizational development consulting, they help drive evolution in organisations.

    Arthi received her MBA from Henley Business School Africa in Johannesburg, South Africa, and her Bachelors in Business Science Economics from the University of Kwazulu-Natal in Durban, South Africa, which enabled her career path to evolve from key corporate roles in investments and sales to becoming a business owner and investor. After completing her Postgrad Certificate in Coaching and Behavioural Change from Henley Business School, Arthi has gone on to become credentialed by global bodies such as the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and the European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC).

    Throughout her illustrious career, Arthi has received many awards and accolades and has been recognized worldwide for her accomplishments. In 2023, Arthi was honored as the Top Leadership Coach of the Year, celebrating her achievement on the iconic Nasdaq Billboard in Times Square. In 2024, she was featured in the International Best Seller of IAOTP’s prestigious publication Top 50 Fearless Leaders, was on the cover of TIP (Top Industry Professionals) Magazine., and was interviewed by Miss Universe Michelle McLean on TIP Radio. Last year she was selected for the Empowered Woman Award. Arthi will be recognized on stage at IAOTP’s annual awards gala at the iconic Plaza Hotel in New York where she will receive the award for International Leadership Coach of the Decade.

    Beyond her accolades, Arthi is a multi-faceted professional: an Amazon best-selling author, global keynote speaker, non-executive board member, and the host of multiple successful podcasts. Her impactful contributions continue to inspire and empower leaders worldwide.

    Looking back, Arthi attributes her success to her perseverance, work ethic, life experiences, and the mentors, coaches, and supporters she has had along the way. When not working, she enjoys traveling, trying new experiences, and spending time with her family. In the future, she aims to deepen her mission to enable others to be inspired and unlock their latent potential towards their personal success.

    For more information, please visit: https://www.prernaadvisory.com

    About IAOTP

    The International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP) is an international boutique networking organization that handpicks the world’s finest, most prestigious top professionals from different industries. These top professionals are given an opportunity to collaborate, share their ideas, be keynote speakers, and help influence others in their fields. This organization is not a membership that anyone can join. You have to be asked by the President or be nominated by a distinguished honorary member after a brief interview.

    IAOTP’s experts have given thousands of top prestigious professionals worldwide the recognition and credibility they deserve and have helped build their branding empires. IAOTP prides itself to be one of a kind boutique networking organization that handpicks only the best of the best and creates a networking platform that connects and brings these top professionals to one place.

    For more information on IAOTP, please visit: www.iaotp.com

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    IAOTP
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  • Web Industries expands thermoset slitting capacity in France to support European aerospace growth

    This investment strengthens our ability to support European series production with the reliability and proximity today’s aerospace supply chain requires.”
    — John Madej, President & CEO of Web Industries

    MARLBORO, MA, UNITED STATES, March 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Web Industries is increasing its thermoset composite slitting capacity at its European Center of Excellence in Nantes. A new slitting line will become operational in May 2026, expanding the site’s ability to supply high quality slit thermoset tapes for advanced aerospace manufacturing. The added capacity strengthens Web Industries’ ability to meet growing demand and support high rate production for major European aerospace programs.

    Built on proven aerospace grade standards

    The new line follows the established production approach and quality expectations in place at the Nantes site, ensuring consistent performance and controlled processes required for aerospace applications.

    A growing European Center of Excellence

    Nantes serves as Web Industries’ European platform for preparing thermoset and thermoplastic composite materials, including cutting, kitting, and slitting services that support current and next generation aerospace and space programs.

    John Madej, President & CEO of Web Industries, said: “This investment strengthens our ability to support European series production with the reliability and proximity today’s aerospace supply chain requires.”

    Pascal Franchet, Nantes Plant Manager, added: “Increasing our capacity positions us to meet growing volumes while maintaining the precision and control that define our operations.”

    Long term commitment

    This investment reflects Web Industries’ strategy to reinforce its European footprint and support aerospace customers’ goals for competitiveness, innovation, and sustainability.

    About Web Industries
    Web Industries, Inc., a 100% employee-owned company, is one of the largest and most diverse providers of precision converting and contract manufacturing. We help customers in the aerospace, wire and cable, medical, personal and home care, and industrial sectors fill their capability gaps and accelerate their market success by leveraging close, trust-based relationships to develop ingenious solutions precisely tailored to their needs. From project inception to commercialization, Web offers creative problem solving backed by deep technical and operational expertise.

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    Web Industries
    +33 6 45 99 60 08
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  • Off Leash K9 Training of Fort Myers Showcases Dog Training Programs in Fort Myers, Florida

    Company highlights private lessons, board-and-train, puppy training, and behavior modification services for dog owners in Fort Myers and Southwest Florida.

    Our goal is to help owners build better communication and a stronger relationship with their dogs through clear, structured training,” ”
    — Christine, owner of Off Leash K9 Training SWFL

    FORT MYERS, FL, UNITED STATES, March 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Off Leash K9 Training Naples/Ft.Myers is spotlighting its dog training programs for pet owners in Fort Myers and the surrounding Southwest Florida area. The company provides information about training formats, service areas, and consultation options for dog owners seeking obedience, puppy, and behavior-focused training support.

    Off Leash K9 Training Naples/Ft.Myers is part of the broader Off Leash K9 Training network. Its Fort Myers operation includes local information about trainers, available services, and contact details. Christine, owner of Off Leash K9 Training SWFL, has been professionally training dogs since 2011 after graduating from National K-9 School for Dog Trainers. Her background includes work with challenging dogs and an approach centered on structure, engagement, and building trust between dogs and owners.

    The company offers multiple training formats, including Basic Obedience, Basic & Advanced Training, a 2 Week Board & Train, puppy training programs, and behavior modification services. The Basic Obedience program includes four private lessons covering commands and skills such as come, sit, down, place, drop, loose leash walking, heel, and correction of unwanted behaviors including jumping, counter surfing, and door manners.

    Basic & Advanced Training includes eight private lessons. The first four lessons focus on foundational obedience, while the remaining lessons build into more advanced obedience work and proofing around distractions, other dogs, noises, and people.

    For owners looking for a more immersive program, the company also offers a 2 Week Board & Train. The program includes sit, down, loose leash walking, heel on leash in public spaces, come, place, “no,” greeting manners, door manners, introduction to play, training with distractions, and off-leash recall when applicable.

    Puppy-focused options include a Comprehensive Puppy to Adult Board & Train and a 10 Day Pawsitive Foundation Puppy Board & Train. These programs address early foundations such as sit, down, loose leash walking, recall, socialization, crate-training support, potty-training habits, greeting manners, and place. As dogs progress, advanced stages may incorporate formal obedience, distraction training, and off-leash recall where appropriate.

    In addition to obedience and puppy programs, Off Leash K9 Training Naples/Ft.Myers offers behavior modification services for more serious training challenges. These services address concerns such as aggression, reactivity, and other difficult behaviors that require more structured support.

    The company offers consultations for dog owners seeking guidance on training needs, scheduling, and program availability. Its service area includes Fort Myers, North Ft. Myers, Ft. Myers Shores, Captiva, Buckingham, Gateway, Pine Island, Cape Coral, Sanibel Island, Bonita Springs, Estero, Estero Island, and Lehigh Acres.

    By making program descriptions, trainer background information, and contact options publicly available online, Off Leash K9 Training Naples/Ft.Myers provides accessible information for individuals researching dog training services in Fort Myers, Florida, and nearby Southwest Florida communities.

    About Off Leash K9 Training Naples/Ft.Myers
    Off Leash K9 Training Naples/Ft.Myers provides obedience training, puppy training, board-and-train programs, and behavior modification services in Fort Myers and the surrounding Southwest Florida area. As part of the Off Leash K9 Training network, the company offers structured programs designed to help dog owners build better communication, reliability, and confidence with their dogs. Additional information about services, trainers, and consultation options is available through the company’s website.

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  • National Tax Lien Association Announces New Board, Officers, and Advisory Council Ahead of Annual Conference

    The NTLA introduces new board directors, officers, and advisory council members as industry leaders prepare to gather for the upcoming annual conference.

    NTLA industry leaders collectively invest more than $6 billion annually into local governments through the purchase of delinquent property tax obligations”
    — Brad Westover, Executive Director of NTLA

    JUPITER, FL, UNITED STATES, March 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The National Tax Lien Association (NTLA), the leading non-profit professional organization representing the tax lien and tax deed investment industry, today announced the appointment of two new members to its Board of Directors, the appointment of new Board officers, and the formation of a new NTLA Advisory Council designed to strengthen governance and long-term industry leadership.

    Neil J. Harreveld, Executive Director of Tower Capital Management, LLC, and Mark Laughlin, CEO of NAR Solutions, Inc., have been elected to the NTLA Board of Directors for a three-year term. Their appointments further reinforce the Association’s commitment to ethical leadership, sound governance, and the continued professionalization of the tax lien industry.

    New Board Members Bring Decades of Industry Experience

    Neil J. Harreveld brings nearly 30 years of experience in tax lien underwriting, acquisition, and portfolio management. Since 1997, he has been directly involved in the underwriting and purchasing of tax lien certificates across 23 states and the District of Columbia, with experience exceeding $8 billion in transactions. His career includes senior leadership roles at Transamerica Business Credit Corporation, American Tax Funding Servicing, LLC, and XSPAND, as well as extensive work structuring multi-year bulk sale transactions for taxing jurisdictions nationwide.

    “The NTLA plays a vital role as a trusted voice for integrity and professionalism in our industry,” said Harreveld. “I believe it is both an honor and a responsibility to serve and help advance the Association’s mission for the benefit of its members and the communities they support.”

    Mark Laughlin has purchased tax liens since 1996 and oversees all aspects of NAR Solutions, Inc., including lien acquisition, real estate operations, and strategic planning. A graduate of the University of Notre Dame and the University of Texas School of Law, he has worked closely with local and county officials throughout the country with a consistent focus on transparency, respect, and fair treatment of property owners.

    “The NTLA’s Code of Ethics sets the standard for how our industry should operate,” said Laughlin. “The Association plays an essential role in ensuring the long-term viability of tax lien investing, and I am committed to serving the interests of all NTLA members.”

    New Officers Appointed to Lead the Association

    The NTLA also announced its newly appointed Board officers who will guide the Association during the coming term. Patrick McShane, Managing Director at Capital One, will serve as President. Brenda Flatter, Executive Director of US Tax Deed Solutions, will serve as Vice President. Ted Doman, Senior Vice President at Firstrust Bank, has been elected Treasurer, and Laura McNellis, President of McSully Properties, will serve as Secretary.

    Together, these leaders bring extensive experience across financial services, investment management, and real estate operations as the NTLA continues to advance professional standards, promote ethical practices, and support responsible administration of tax lien and tax deed programs nationwide.

    Formation of NTLA Advisory Council

    To further support its governance structure and intellectual leadership, the NTLA announced the formation of a new Advisory Council comprised of seasoned industry leaders with deep institutional knowledge. The Advisory Council will include John Garzone, CEO of Tower Capital, the Honorable Judge Adam Greenberg of Honig & Greenberg, and Douglas Gale, CEO of Terra Echelon. Collectively, they bring decades of leadership, legal expertise, and advocacy experience to help guide the Association and the industry during a period of rapid growth and evolving public policy.

    Leadership During a Pivotal Time for the Industry

    These leadership appointments come at a critical moment for the tax lien industry, as recent Supreme Court decisions such as Tyler v. Hennepin County and Pung v. Isabella County continue to influence legal interpretation, public policy discussions, and industry operations nationwide.

    The NTLA remains committed to promoting ethical practices, professional standards, and responsible administration through its Bylaws and Code of Ethics, which are publicly available at ntla.org.

    NTLA Annual Conference – March 11–13, Fort Lauderdale

    All newly elected Board members and appointed officers will be formally sworn in during the NTLA Annual Meeting and Conference, taking place March 11–13 at the W Hotel in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The conference is the largest gathering of tax lien and tax deed investment professionals in the nation, bringing together investors, government officials, attorneys, and industry leaders who collectively invest more than $6 billion annually into local governments through the purchase of delinquent property tax obligations.

    The event will feature discussions on legal developments, market trends, investment strategy, and the future of tax lien and tax deed administration. Industry professionals interested in attending are encouraged to register soon as limited space remains.

    For more information about NTLA leadership, governance, or the Annual Conference, visit ntlaconference.com.

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  • District 9’s Elite Youth Archers to Take Center Stage at Roberto Clemente State Park

    BRONX, NY, UNITED STATES, March 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The sound of arrows hitting targets will echo through Roberto Clemente State Park on Tuesday, March 10, 2026. From 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM, the Annual District 9 Archery Tournament will see student-athletes step to the line, representing an assembly of youth archers in the district.

    This high-stakes collaboration between Hidden Gems Archery and District 9 is more than a sporting event; it is a showcase of Bronx resilience. In a borough often underserved by prestige sports, these students have spent months mastering the mental fortitude and technical discipline required for a sport like archery.

    The 2026 Winter Tournament features a powerhouse lineup of schools ready to defend their rosters and vie for the podium:
    – Community School 55
    – PS 70 (The Max)
    – IS 117 Joseph H. Wade Academies
    – C.S. 163X

    Among the competitors to watch are rising stars like Emmanuel, a recent city-wide trophy 3rd place winner at the Battle of the Boroughs, whose journey from novice to champion embodies the program’s mission to uncover hidden gems in every classroom.

    “At The Max P.S. 70, our archery residencies offer our students a rare combination of focus, discipline, and confidence-building,” said Roxanne Ledda, Principal of PS 70. “It teaches them to quiet distractions, set personal goals, and celebrate progress through practice and perseverance. For our students, this is a moment to see themselves as capable, focused, and powerful.”

    The sense of pride is shared across the district’s leadership. “Our school community has truly embraced this program,” added Caron Martin, Principal at PS 117. “Watching our students showcase their hard work and precision at this 2nd Annual Tournament has been one of the biggest highlights of our year. They are growing not just as archers, but as young leaders.”

    The tournament will feature intense individual scoring rounds and a team-based “School with Highest Points” award. As the arrows fly, these students are proving that with the right coaching and a clear line of sight, there is no limit to what a Bronx student can achieve.

    Event at a Glance
    – Event: 2nd Annual District 9 Archery Tournament
    – Date: Tuesday, March 10, 2026
    – Time: 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM
    – Location: Roberto Clemente State Park, Bronx, NY
    – Atmosphere: Live whistle-command competition, trophy presentations, and school spirit showcases.

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  • Choroideremia Research Foundation Announces Four New Global Grants to Accelerate Vision Science

    CRF awards four global grants to advance CHM research toward new clinical trial endpoints and therapeutic approaches—driving progress toward treatments.

    SPRINGFIELD, MA, UNITED STATES, March 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The Choroideremia Research Foundation (CRF) is pleased to announce its latest round of scientific research funding, awarding four new grants to advance understanding and treatment options for choroideremia (CHM), a rare inherited retinal disease. These projects reflect the Foundation’s commitment to investing in diverse, high-impact research around the world.

    Award recipients are as follows:

    Alice Yang Zhang, MD
    Department of Ophthalmology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    STUDY: Cross-Sectional Validation of Patient-Reported Outcome Measures and Correlation with Visual Function and Structural Outcomes in Choroideremia

    AIM: This study aims to characterize the consistency and reliability of CHM patient-reported outcomes (PROs) in various domains of the Michigan Retinal Degeneration Questionnaire (MRDQ) and the Michigan Vision-related Anxiety Questionnaire (MVAQ). Further, it will be determined if these measures correlate with clinical outcomes such as visual acuity, visual field, fundus autofluorescence, and OCT imaging. By establishing the validity of PROs as potential patient-centered surrogate measures of visual function tests, this work can provide additional endpoints for use in future clinical studies and trials.

    Randy Wheelock Award: $50,000

    David Gamm, MD, PhD
    Director, McPherson Eye Research Institute
    Professor, Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences
    University of Wisconsin-Madison

    Chris Ahern, PhD
    Professor, Molecular Biology and Biophysics
    University of Iowa

    STUDY: Advancing precision ace-tRNA readthrough technology for the treatment of choroideremia

    AIM: Engineered transfer RNA (ace-tRNA) technology is a novel and highly effective strategy to overcome the wide array of nonsense mutations affecting one-third CHM patients. The proposal will determine the efficacy, accuracy, and stability of next-generation ace-tRNA molecules to restore substantial
    production of REP1 in human induced pluripotent stem cell (hiPSC)-derived retinal pigmented epithelial cells and retinal organoids. These pre-clinical studies are designed to support a future investigational new drug application (IND) that will employ ace-tRNA technology for the treatment of CHM.

    John Oster Leadership Award: $125,000

    Rob W.J. Collin, PhD
    Professor, Department of Human Genetics, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, The Netherlands

    STUDY: Splicing modulation therapy for choroideremia

    AIM: This study aims to develop an antisense oligonucleotide (ASO)-based splicing modulation therapy tailored to the c.1359C>T variant of CHM. A successful outcome will deliver a potent (safe and efficacious) ASO that can be further developed (in vivo safety, GMP manufacturing) in preparation of therapeutic intervention. The long-term aim is to determine if ASOs can be developed as personalized treatments to stop further progression of choroideremia.

    GRANT: €150,000

    Maureen McCall, PhD
    Professor, Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences
    University of Louisville

    STUDY: Generation and characterization of a novel porcine model of Choroideremia

    AIM: A clinically relevant minipig model will aid in the development of validated, reproducible, safe, and effective treatments for human patients. Dr. McCall will collaborate with previous CRF Wheelock Awardee Dr. Bhanu Telugu (U. Missouri) to determine if inactivating the CHM gene in male pigs replicates the pathogenesis of choroideremia. CRF contributed to the purchase of a mobile veterinary OCT scanner to support this important work.

    GRANT: $10,000

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    About Choroideremia

    Choroideremia (CHM) is a rare inherited form of blindness affecting approximately 1 in 50,000 people. Due to its x-linked inheritance pattern males are most severely affected with females usually experiencing much milder visual impairment. Symptoms begin in early childhood with night blindness and restriction of visual field being the earliest noticeable effects, eventually progressing to complete blindness. An estimated 6,000 people in the United States and 10,000 in the European Union are impacted by Choroideremia. There are currently no approved treatments for Choroideremia.

    About the Choroideremia Research Foundation Inc.

    The Choroideremia Research Foundation (CRF) was founded in 2000 as an international fundraising and patient advocacy organization to stimulate research on CHM. Since its inception, the CRF has provided approximately $6 million in research awards and is the largest financial supporter of CHM research worldwide. Research funded by the CRF has led to the development of a CHM animal model, the pre-clinical production of gene therapy vectors currently in clinical trials, and the CRF Biobank which stores tissue and stem cell samples donated by CHM patients. For more information, visit curechm.org

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  • LABRFF Orlando Returns for Second Edition with Expanded Program and Special Tributes to Brazilian Culture

    The premier Brazilian film festival in Florida returns this May with over 25 films, including children’s programming and a cinematic celebration of football.

    ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, March 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Following a successful inaugural edition, the Los Angeles Brazilian Film Festival Orlando (LABRFF Orlando) returns for its second year from May 7–10, 2026. The four-day event, held at the Studio Movie Grill in Kissimmee, continues its mission to strengthen cultural exchange and provide a high-profile platform for Brazilian cinema in the United States. This year’s expansion follows an eighteen-year legacy in Los Angeles, during which the festival has screened over 1,000 films and honored 600 industry professionals.

    The 2026 program features a selection of more than 25 films, complemented by industry panels and networking opportunities for filmmakers, producers, and industry players. Building on the success of previous years, the festival has curated specialized segments to reach a broader audience:
    • Family & Children: A special selection for younger viewers aims to inspire the next generation through creative storytelling.
    • Mother’s Day Program: A dedicated lineup designed to create meaningful experiences for families during the holiday weekend.
    • Cinefoot Partnership: A showcase of four short films focused on Brazilian soccer, highlighting one of the nation’s most iconic cultural passions.

    Building on a Strong Foundation
    The festival’s arrival on the Atlantic coast represents a significant growth for the LABRFF brand. The inaugural Orlando edition featured world premieres such as Maurício de Souza, O Filme and showcased works like Jorge da Capadócia and Dois é Demais em Orlando. By bringing together Brazilian celebrities living in the region and local artists, LABRFF Orlando has established itself as an essential international reference for Brazilian audiovisual content.

    Support and Sponsorship
    The 2026 edition is supported by a variety of cultural and corporate partners, including the Consulate of Brazil in Orlando, Instituto Guimarães, Drummond Advisors, BB Americas, and HH Steakhouse. These partnerships underscore the festival’s role in connecting the Brazilian diaspora and the American public through the power of film.

    Event Information
    • Dates: May 7–10, 2026.
    • Location: Studio Movie Grill, 3204 Margaritaville Blvd, Kissimmee, FL.
    • Official Website: https://labrff.com/labrff-orlando/.

    About LABRFF
    For 18 years, the Los Angeles Brazilian Film Festival (LABRFF) has been the most recognized Brazilian film festival outside Brazil, celebrating independent cinema and building cultural bridges on an international stage. LABRFF is expanding to new cities and started with Orlando in 2025 aiming to connect audiences with acclaimed filmmakers, industry professionals, and rising talent, while celebrating a rich mix of Brazilian and multicultural voices.

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  • Phoenix Sees Growing Demand for Liquidation Warehouses like SaleSumo as Consumers Search for Deep Discounts

    SaleSumo Emerges as One of the Largest Liquidation Warehouses in Phoenix for Shoppers Searching “Liquidator Near Me”

    We are Excited that SaleSumo is the Largest Home Improvement Liquidation Warehouses in Phoenix for Shoppers Searching “Liquidator Near Me””
    — Bob

    PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, March 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — As inflation continues to pressure household budgets, consumers across the Phoenix metropolitan area are increasingly turning to liquidation warehouses like SaleSumo in search of discounted home improvement products, appliances, and tools.

    Online searches for terms such as “liquidator near me” and “liquidation warehouse Phoenix” have increased as shoppers look for alternatives to traditional retail pricing. Industry analysts note that liquidation resale has grown significantly in recent years as major retailers seek efficient ways to move returned and excess inventory.

    One Phoenix business reflecting this trend is SaleSumo, a large liquidation warehouse that sources merchandise from national home improvement retailers and redistributes it to consumers at reduced prices.

    Located in Phoenix and serving customers from Scottsdale, Glendale, Mesa, and Tempe, the warehouse offers a rotating selection of products including lighting fixtures, tools, contractor materials, and home improvement items.

    According to SaleSumo founder Andy Jacob, the model allows returned and excess inventory to be resold locally instead of remaining in traditional retail channels.

    “Retailers today face enormous volumes of returns and overstock,” Jacob said. “Liquidation operators play an important role by redistributing that inventory so it can still reach consumers at a lower cost.”

    The Rise of Liquidation Retail

    The liquidation industry has expanded as e-commerce growth and flexible return policies have increased the volume of returned merchandise. Retailers often work with reverse logistics partners and resale operators to manage this inventory efficiently.

    Industry reports estimate that returned merchandise in the United States represents hundreds of billions of dollars in annual value, creating opportunities for secondary retail markets such as liquidation warehouses and resale outlets.

    For consumers, these channels offer access to brand-name products at prices that can be significantly lower than traditional retail.

    A Warehouse-Style Shopping Experience

    SaleSumo operates out of a 75,000-square-foot warehouse in Phoenix where inventory changes frequently as new pallets arrive.

    Typical inventory categories include:

    Lighting fixtures

    Home improvement products

    Tools and hardware

    Contractor materials

    Appliances and home accessories

    The constantly rotating inventory creates what many shoppers describe as a “treasure hunt” style retail experience.

    Growing Interest Among Phoenix Shoppers

    As more consumers search online for discount retail alternatives, liquidation warehouses are attracting attention from homeowners, contractors, and bargain hunters across the Valley.

    Customers often travel from multiple Phoenix-area communities to browse available inventory and take advantage of liquidation pricing.

    About SaleSumo

    SaleSumo is a Phoenix-based liquidation warehouse specializing in discounted home improvement products, lighting, tools, and appliances sourced from major national retailers. The company operates a large warehouse format designed to provide consumers and contractors access to rotating inventory at liquidation prices.

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