Cosmo DeNicola Companies News (31)

Wednesday, June 14, 2017

COSMO DENICOLA COMPANIES HONORS RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE AT THE PHILADELPHIA SOUL

Fort Washington, PA- Cosmo DeNicola Companies honored the Philadelphia Ronald McDonald House at the Philadelphia Soul on Saturday June 10^th, with a VIP event. Prior to the game, lucky invitees could sit in on a panel, led by Cosmo DeNicola, former Eagles GM Jimmy Murray, Eagles greats Vince Papale and Ron Jaworski and Ronald McDonald House Executive Director Susan Campbell.

The panel highlighted how the Ronald McDonald House got its start in 1971 as the Eagles Fly for Leukemia, to fundraise for the daughter of Philadelphia Eagles tight end, Fred Hill, who had been diagnosed with Leukemia. In a little over 30 years, the Ronald McDonald House has expanded to more than 63 countries and over 200 homes Nationwide.

During halftime, Cosmo DeNicola presented the Roald McDonald House charities with a check for $5,000.

Tuesday, June 6, 2017

Chicken Soup For The Soul Entertainment Files For Mini-IPO

Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment filed regulatory paperwork to do an equity crowdfunding campaign and subsequent listing of its shares on Nasdaq. The company plans to raise up to $30 million – including $3.1 million from selling shareholders – at $12 a share, according to the filing. The offering, under the Reg A+ equity crowdfunding rules, would value the company at nearly $150 million, and could make it the first equity crowdfunded company to list its shares on Nasdaq.

By doing such a mini-IPO, Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, the video division of the Chicken Soup for the Soul empire, could market its shares to its millions of fans on social media and by email – giving those fans the ability to get in on the IPO along with Wall Street investors. Chicken Soup for the Soul has 2.6 million Facebook fans, and its inspirational content garnered more than 10 billion views across all platforms, including Facebook, YouTube and Instagram.

The Cos Cob, Conn.-based has been growing quickly since premiering its first show, Chicken Soup for the Soul’s Hidden Heroes, on CBS in October 2015. The company’s revenues were $8.1 million in 2016, up from $1.5 million the year earlier, according to filing. It turned a small profit, of $781,133 last year, versus a loss of $753,463 the previous year. In addition to its own shows, it has an exclusive distribution agreement with A Plus, a digital media company founded by Ashton Kutcher and majority owned by a Chicken Soup affiliate.

The offering is only for the video portion of the Chicken Soup for the Soul empire, and does not include the original books division. Chicken Soup for the Soul will remain the majority shareholder of Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment after the offering, with a 70% stake in the business.

Motivational speakers Jack Canfield and Mark Victor Hansen collaborated on the first Chicken Soup for the Soul book in 1993. Their compilation of inspirational true stories hit a nerve, and more books followed. In 2008, Bill Rouhana, Chicken Soup’s chief executive and chairman, put together an investor group that purchased the brand. Rouhana had previously founded Winstar Communications, the once large and high-flying telecommunications company that filed for bankruptcy in 2001. Under his leadership, the Chicken Soup brand has expanded beyond books to video and podcasts – and even pet food.

Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment plans to list its shares, under the ticker CSSE, on the Nasdaq Global Market, the group’s top market. If it doesn’t get approval to list on Nasdaq’s top market, it notes in the filing, it would still plan to list on the lower Nasdaq Capital Market.

The crowdfunding rules that permit companies to raise funds from non-accredited investors (read: not millionaires) went into effect following the 2012 JOBS Act, which was intended to increase funding for entrepreneurs and small business owners following the recession. If it succeeds in its mini-IPO and Nasdaq listing, Chicken Soup for the Soul could become the first equity crowdfunded company to list on Nasdaq.

Thursday, June 1, 2017

CDC CHAMPIONS CELEBRATE

Cosmo and Janet DeNicola hosted a Family event at famed Philadelphia Sports Bar Chickies and Pete’s to celebrate the Philadelphia Soul’s Arena Football League 2016 World Championship. Four generations of DeNicola’s, family and friends were on hand to receive their Rings, jewelry and mementos of the magical Championship Season. Soul Man and the Soulmates dance team added fun and entertainment. Each person was presented with a framed photo to memorialize their contribution to Family and Team.

The DeNicola’s 11 year 10 season history culminated in a Championship after 5 combined tries with the Soul and their previous team WBS Pioneers. “We never doubted that we would be Champions, I am so proud of our teams persistence and perseverance. The coaches, players and organization combined to make this happen”, stated Soul owner Cosmo DeNicola”.

In an emotional speech Janet DeNicola reflected on Football and Family and how it was a vehicle for their family to come together, stay connected and share in the joy. Everyone in attendance were also excited about the 2017 Soul teams 7-0 record and anticipate another Championship run.

Tuesday, May 30, 2017

PHILADELPHIA SOUL ANNOUNCE COSMO DENICOLA COMPANIES FIRST RESPONDERS APPRECIATION DAY

Lifelong Philadelphia native and serial entrepreneur, Cosmo DeNicola, has announced the First Responders Night at the Philadelphia Soul Game on Saturday June 17. Being an avid supporter of the Philadelphia Police and Fire Departments, Cosmo DeNicola Companies will donate $1 from every ticket used by a Philadelphia Police Officer, Philadelphia Firefighter, or their families, to the Survivors Fund.

“Philly is my hometown. Growing up I always felt safe in my home and neighborhood. The Police and Fire Departments make us secure,” stated Cosmo DeNicola.

The Philadelphia Soul take on the Tampa Bay Storm 7:00 PM at the Wells Fargo Center.

Tuesday, May 23, 2017

CDC AWARDS SCIENTIFIC SCHOLARSHIPS

ATS 2017 was the venue for the 17,000 members and visitors from 102 countries in attendance in Washington, DC. Attendees enjoyed over 500 sessions led by more than 800 experts, 6,710 abstracts and case reports and 200+ exhibitors. #ATS2017 was trending with more than 33 million impressions.

During the International Scholars Poster colloquium and discussion sessions, which took place on Saturday May 20^th at the Walter E Washington Convention Center, CDC Chairman Cosmo DeNicola presented scholarships to scientists from Nigeria and Ecuador for their research. The recipients focused their studies on Knowledge and Compliance on Inhalers, and Social Media Preference for COPD.

“The international program was very energized as posters were presented. We appreciated the effort from DuMelle, Chief of Global Health, for giving us this opportunity to recognize new research from international scientists.”

Monday, May 22, 2017

BIZEQUITY AND EQUIFAX EXPAND THEIR STRATEGIC RELATIONSHIP WITH THE LAUNCH OF THE BIZESTIMATE SCORE

BizEquity, the world's leading online provider of business valuation big data, today announced a strategic relationship with Equifax Inc. (EFX), a global information solutions provider, to offer a new business valuation tool to help financial professionals prospect more effectively and small business owners better understand their business worth.

As part of the expanded agreement, Equifax will offer the BizEquity - BizEstimate™ business valuation estimation as a core attribute in their market-leading Equifax Marketing Data Services (MDS) file. The Equifax MDS file is comprised of over 33 million domestic businesses containing over 500 data attributes. BizEquity the global leader in business valuation data has scored every domestic private business in the Equifax MDS file based on up to 143 business valuation attributes.

The new BizEstimate™ score will help provide customers with:

Understanding the capacity of opportunities for financial and other credit products with business owners
Provide another measure of risk and credit performance
Determine additional lending opportunities
Determine additional insurance and wealth management opportunities
Better align their services to the entrepreneurs' needs

"Our MDS file has helped hundreds of financial and commercial institutions better market their product and services to business leaders and owners," said Scott Wagner, senior vice president and general manager of commercial marketing data services at Equifax. "The addition of the BizEstimate model and attribute will help the clients we serve by providing a forward indicator of risk and revenue opportunities."

"BizEquity is proud to expand our relationship with Equifax by delivering to the market this new leading indicator to the clients they serve," stated Michael M. Carter, founder and chief executive officer of BizEquity. "Understanding the potential estimated business net worth and value will change the way business owners and entrepreneurs are treated and served, by aligning their opportunities to the risk of the financial institutions that serve them."

For more information, please visit: http://www.bizequity.com

Original article found at: http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/bizequity-and-equifax-expand-their-strategic-relationship-with-the-launch-of-the-bizestimate-score-623611673.html

Friday, May 5, 2017

COMEDIAN JOE CONKLIN HEADLINES FUTURA'S 25TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

Joe Conklin, Philadelphia’s funny guy and man of a thousand voices, headlined Futura Service’s 25-year celebration at Parx Casino in Bensalem on Thursday night. Surrounded by family and employees, Futura founder, Janet DeNicola, was presented with a commemorative plaque by Senior Executives David Gulian, Dominic Sambucci, Eric Nolan and Darren Artillio.

Family was also a reoccurring theme throughout the evening, as husband and business partner Cosmo DeNicola, along with son Michael and daughter Morgan, gave tribute to Janet for her vision and constant contributions to the company, customers, and packaging industry.

“It’s hard to believe it’s been 25 years. It seems like just yesterday when I suggested we focus on support and build a company around customer service and customer engagement,” stated Janet DeNicola.

Friday, May 5, 2017

COSMO DENICOLA JUDGES HYPE FOUNDATION FOOTBALL SAFETY HACKATHON AT TEMPLE UNIVERSITY

Temple University, in partnership with the HYPE Foundation, put together a competition for Temple Students and Faculty to introduce new ideas. The two-day event focused on enhancing football safety and other sport innovations that would enhance the athletic experience for players, fans and participants.

Cosmo’s background in Football, technology and healthcare made him uniquely qualified to judge the competition. The ideas presented were judged on productivity, cost, innovation, presentation and potential.

“It was exciting to hear their pitches. The creativity and innovation on display made it tough to judge. I felt Temple Pride,” stated Cosmo DeNicola.

The top three startups were awarded a cash prize and given the opportunity to present their innovations the next day at the Worldwide Pitch Competition. The competition was webcast internationally and provided wide exposure for Temple University and its students.

Thursday, May 4, 2017

MIKE CARTER OF BIZEQUITY NAMED EY FINALIST FOR ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR

EY announced the finalists for the Entrepreneur Of The Year 2017 Award in the Greater Philadelphia region. The awards program recognizes entrepreneurs who are excelling in areas such as innovation, financial performance and personal commitment to their businesses and communities. Among those on the list was Michael Carter of BizEquity.

BizEquity, headquartered in Wayne, Pennsylvania, is the world’s largest provider of business valuations, helping business owners know that they are worth. They have created the first patented online service, which helps over 200 million global business around the world.

The award winner will be announced at a special gala on June 7^th, 2017 at the Kimmel Center for Performing Arts, Perelman Theater, in Philadelphia.

Thursday, May 4, 2017

PURSUIT HEALTHCARE ADVISORS MAKES ANOTHER PHILANTHROPIC DONATION TO INCREASE AND ENCOURAGE GIRLS TO PURSUE STEM CAREERS

Pursuit Healthcare Advisors, LLC (Pursuit) announced a donation to AAUW in support of Tech Trek. Tech Trek by AAUW is an experiential summer camp aimed at making the science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields accessible and exciting for girls in middle school.

Pursuit made the decision to support the cause of motivating young women to pursue degrees in science, technology, engineering, and math after an engaged discussion with several industry leading CIOs at the College of Healthcare Information Executive’s (CHIME) Spring Forum. We led a lively focus group discussion which highlighted a generational gap in healthcare IT, and subsequently explored some creative ideas for closing the gap and becoming leaders for the upcoming generations. Additionally, to strive for a more diverse STEM talent pool in the future.

“As executive advisors in the healthcare industry we know there is a gender gap with women accounting for only 21% of executive and board members of Fortune 500 healthcare firms (Modern Healthcare),” says Cyndi Vely Cahill, Managing Partner of Pursuit. “As an advisory firm providing program and project management as well as interim leadership roles, we have seen the benefit of having a diverse talent pool. We are encouraged by our CHIME discussion and proud to be able to be part of this movement.”

To learn more about Pursuit Healthcare Advisors, click here. To learn more about AAUW, click here.

Original article found: https://chimecentral.org/pursuit-healthcare-advisors-makes-another-philanthropic-donation-increase-encourage-girls-pursue-stem-careers/

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