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Celebrating 20 Years of Advocacy for Disability and Military Communities

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Military Family Advocate Award recipients Admiral Christopher Grady and Mrs Christine Grady

Silver Spring, Maryland May 6, 2024 (Issuewire.com) – Easterseals DC MD VA marked a major milestone at Union Station on May 1, throwing a glamorous gala for a good cause: celebrating exemplary advocates for veterans and military families, children and adults with disabilities, and low-income families.

The 20th anniversary Advocacy Awards raised over $950,000 for Easterseals’ education, healthcare, and employment programs that served over 4,000 children and adults last year in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia.

At the awards ceremony, every recipient voiced their support of Easterseals’ mission to enrich lives and expand opportunities for all children and adults in our communities, including people with disabilities and military backgrounds.

Among the honorees were Admiral Christopher Grady, 12th Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and his wife Christine Grady, who champion family readiness and resilience when a loved one is called to active-duty service.

“I want to thank and express my deepest gratitude for Easterseals for this recognition and, much more importantly, for your exceptional work in our communities. Your unwavering commitment to supporting military families through the toughest of times is nothing short of remarkable,” said Admiral Grady, accepting the Military Family Advocate Award. “Indeed, the critical work of Easterseals makes our joint forces stronger, so that we can meet our nation’s call, knowing that our families are well cared for.”

Senator Susan Collins and Senator Mark Warner each received the Legislative Advocate Award for their support of people with disabilities, family caregivers, veterans and military families, and early childhood education.

“Easterseals remains a strong voice for individuals with disabilities,” said Senator Collins. “I also greatly appreciate their effective advocacy for legislation I have co-authored to support caregivers, older adults, and individuals with Alzheimer’s.”

Senator Warner added, “While we’ve made good progress expanding opportunities for people with disabilities, and taken important steps forward to improve benefits and protections for our military and veteran families, I know the work isn’t done.”

On behalf of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Dr. Shereef Elnahal, Under Secretary of Veterans Affairs for Health, accepted the Partner Agency Advocate Award and shared the stories of two veterans whose service-connected disabilities did not stop them from careers after the military. Dr. Elnahal pointed to Easterseals as “an incredible partner of the VA, helping more and more stories like that emerge.”

Candi Wolff was presented with the Judy Heumann Community Advocate Award, named for the late disability rights activist. “It is a tremendous honor to see my name next to hers,” said Ms. Wolff, Executive Vice President of Global Government Affairs for Citi. Ms. Wolff was recognized for her contributions to diversity and inclusion programs at Citi and for supporting both adult care and military family services at Easterseals.

The gala featured a dinner created by Chef Robert Irvine, a member of the Easterseals Honorary Board.

Easterseals also recognized one of its own staff members. President & CEO Jon Horowitch presented the 2024 Robert S. Wilson Leadership Award to a driver who was celebrated for being a reliable friend, a source of comfort, and someone who brightens the day for everyone in the Adult Day Services program.

Special guests included former Washington NFL champion Charles Mann, Easterseals Honorary Board member; philanthropist David Rubenstein; and disability advocate Julliette Rizzo, Easterseals Emeritus Board member. The event’s list of celebrity sightings was no exception to its two decades of welcoming renowned national and local leaders.

The 2024 Advocacy Awards was made possible by presenting sponsor HII, as well as numerous other sponsors and individuals.

Photos and video from the evening are available upon request.

Easterseals DC MD VA – Easterseals is leading the way to full equity, inclusion, and access through direct and life-changing disability and community services. Since 1945, Easterseals DC MD VA has worked tirelessly to enhance quality of life and expand access to healthcare, education, and employment. And we won’t rest until each one of us is valued, respected, and accepted. Join us: www.eseal.org. Including Individuals. Empowering Families. Strengthening Communities.

Legislative Advocate Award recipients Senator Susan Collins and Senator Mark Warner Partner Agency Advocate Award recipient the US Department of Veterans Affairs Judy Heumann Community Advocate Award recipient Candi Wolff

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Gamerge Officially Launches: Revolutionizing Play-to-Earn Gaming in the Web3 Era!

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Gamerge, an innovative Play-to-Earn (P2E) GameFi platform, proudly announces it’s official launch on December 15th 2024. This cutting-edge platform is designed to revolutionize the gaming industry by merging entertainment with real-time cryptocurrency earnings, offering a transparent and user-focused ecosystem in the Web3 era.

Gamerge introduces a platform that puts players first, enabling them to earn real crypto rewards through immersive and competitive gameplay. By offering a transparent and trusted environment, Gamerge empowers users to monetize their gaming skills in exciting new ways. Players can participate in Versus matches and Tournaments to unlock higher reward potential while enjoying a seamless and engaging experience.

At the heart of the platform lies the Gamerge Token (GMG), supported by a unique 100% token-burning mechanism. This deflationary model ensures long-term value for token holders, setting Gamerge apart in the rapidly growing GameFi space. In a move to enhance accessibility, Gamerge is also available as a mini app on Telegram under the name @Gamerge_bot. This integration makes it incredibly simple for players to access the platform and start earning on the go, expanding its reach to Telegram’s global user base.

Gamerge leverages advanced blockchain technology to support multi-chain functionality and allow earnings in multiple cryptocurrencies. This flexibility ensures inclusivity and accessibility for gamers across diverse ecosystems, making it easier than ever to participate in Web3 gaming.

Community engagement is a cornerstone of Gamerge’s mission. The platform features an innovative Refer & Earn program, which rewards users for introducing new players to the ecosystem. This initiative fosters loyalty and growth within the Gamerge community, ensuring an interconnected and vibrant player base.

Gamerge is making a significant impact by collaborating with leading giants in the gaming and crypto industries, paving the way for exclusive opportunities and rewards for its users. These strategic partnerships highlight Gamerge’s commitment to innovation and its position as a trailblazer in the GameFi domain.

Explore the next generation of gaming and start earning real crypto today. Visit http://gamerge.ai/ to learn more.

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2024 International Short Video Competition Breaks New Ground in Global Audio-Visual Communication

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The 2024 International Short Video Competition has successfully concluded its call for submissions. As of November 30, a total of 4,452 works were submitted, with creators from 60% of the countries and regions worldwide. The total exposure of related topics across the internet has surpassed 1.5 billion views.

This year’s competition featured a series of promotional activities reaching international campuses across the globe, with efforts expanding into markets in Asia, Europe, North America, and other regions. These activities have greatly enhanced the international exchange and cooperation in the film and television industry, significantly boosting global audio-visual influence. Notable progress was made in international communication and overseas promotion, with three key achievements standing out:

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Firstly, a diversified international communication channel has been established. By inviting individual creators, bilingual bloggers, domestic and international audiovisual production and broadcasting institutions, film and media schools, as well as renowned influencers and talent agencies from around the world, the competition has attracted creative talents from various fields and levels. This includes significant participation from overseas universities, international students, and others, effectively capturing the attention and influence of the youth demographic. As a result, a large number of works with diverse formats and topics have been collected.

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Secondly, a comprehensive cultural exchange platform has been established. Relying on international campus promotional activities, the competition has provided overseas students and foreign youth with opportunities to gain a deeper understanding of both Chinese and foreign cultures and international exchanges, thus sparking their creative inspiration. During the promotional events at KyungHee University, Rangsit University, and the University of Barcelona, students expressed strong interest in the overseas competition themes. Many of them stated that they would create works in creative formats such as Vlogs, animations, and documentaries. This promotional opportunity has also ensured the quality of the competition submissions.

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Thirdly, an efficient overseas communication model has been expanded. By fully leveraging the experience gained from organizing the competition, the influence of various platforms has been activated. Through showcasing stories of Sino-foreign friendship, cultural differences, and win-win cooperation opportunities, as well as the concept of a shared human destiny from a Z perspective, the competition has established a distinctive international audio-visual brand image using abundant overseas resources. Prior to the promotional events, the release of information about the overseas competition attracted the attention of international creators and subscribers, creating a favorable atmosphere for offline promotional activities. From “cloud” to reality, the progressive promotion of Sino-foreign audio-visual works’ international communication has facilitated cultural exchange through enjoyable audio-visual experiences.

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The international campuses have brought together students from different countries and regions, inspiring each other through their creative work and fostering a deeper understanding and respect for different cultures. By participating in and promoting the competition, students are able to further develop their short video creation skills, cross-cultural communication abilities, and awareness of international communication. With the perspective and creativity of international students, the competition has unearthed a batch of short video works that are more in tune with international audiences and easier to understand and accept. These works effectively showcase the charm of Sino-foreign cultures and the achievements of social development, enhancing the competition’s international appeal and influence.

In addition to reaching universities in South Korea, Thailand, Spain, and Russia, the international youth exchange roadshow is still ongoing. Although the submission phase has ended, the journey of Sino-foreign cultural exchange continues. With innovative communication formats and strengthened cultural identity, the 2024 International Short Video Competition is still on the way!

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Marcella Named America’s 7th Fastest-Growing Fashion Brand By The 2024 Inc. 5000

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Ranking On The List For The Third Straight Year, Marcella Ranks No. 577, Overall, Among The U.S.’ Fastest-Growing Private Companies.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK, United States, 27th Dec 2024, Marcella, a mission-driven, ethical and sustainable designer fashion brand, has been ranked as the 7th fastest-growing fashion brand in the U.S. on the recently announced 2024 Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious data-driven ranking of America’s fastest-growing private companies. Achieving 780% growth from 2020 to 2023 with minimal outside investor capital, Marcella also ranked on the list as America’s 44th fastest-growing consumer products company and as America’s 577th fastest-growing company, overall. Moreover, Marcella ranked as the fastest-growing retailer in New England (where it is headquartered) for the past three years.

Founded by husband-and-wife duo Siyana and Andy Huszar, Marcella’s “minimalism with an edge” clothing, shoes and accessories are designed in New York and handcrafted in Europe. Core to the brand’s DNA is a commitment to advancing women and girls across the brand’s every aspect (design, production approach, sustainability, and social impact).

“Being ranked as America’s 7th fastest-growing fashion company is a testament to our incredible team and the uncompromising passion we bring daily to revolutionizing fashion for the benefit of women and girls globally,” said Siyana Huszar, Co-founder and Chief Creative Officer of Marcella.

Marcella takes a holistic approach to sustainability that not only drives its mission but its profitability. The brand’s innovative “just-in-time” production model minimizes the global fashion industry’s typical inventory waste, enabling Marcella to sell over 90% of what it makes at or near full price and dramatically reducing the company’s ecological footprint. This efficiency results in exceptional capital savings and enables Marcella to be ethical, sustainable and socially impactful in its approach. Its original, designer essentials have a superior price-to-quality ratio. Every individual involved in the production of any Marcella piece enjoys a truly living wage, generous benefits and free health care. And, for every order Marcella sells, the company supports three days of school for a marginalized girl around the world in partnership with CAMFED, the celebrated global NGO revolutionizing how girls’ education is delivered.

“To think that Marcella has been able to profitably achieve such ongoing growth while mainly bootstrapping is humbling,” added Andy Huszar, Co-founder and CEO of Marcella. “We’re honoured to be recognized by the Inc. 5000 for the third straight year and excited to continue delivering ethical, sustainable and socially impactful fashion within reach.”

The Inc. 5000 class of 2024 represents companies that have driven rapid revenue growth while navigating inflationary pressure, the rising costs of capital, and seemingly intractable hiring challenges. “Congratulations to this year’s honorees for growing their businesses fast despite the economic disruption we all faced over the past three years,” commented Mike Hofman, Inc. editor-in-chief.

About Marcella

Marcella is a mission-driven, omnichannel women’s fashion brand offering designer essentials within reach. NYC designed and European handcrafted from locally sourced fabrics and trims, Marcella fashions itself as ethical, sustainable and socially impactful, where every major facet of the company’s operation benefits one central mission: advancing women and girls globally. At the heart of this approach is a partnership with CAMFED, the celebrated global NGO revolutionizing how girls’ education is delivered. Since 2021, Marcella has supported over 910,000 school days for needy girls.

Contact: andy@marcellanyc.com

Website: www.marcellanyc.com

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More about the Inc. 5000

Based on financial data analysis, the 2024 Inc. 5000 ranked companies according to percentage revenue growth from 2020 to 2023. To qualify, companies must have been generating revenue by March 31, 2020. They must be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2023. The entire Inc. 5000 can be found at  http://www.inc.com/inc5000.

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