Cosmo DeNicola Companies News (33)

Monday, March 13, 2017

Futura Launches iServe

After thousands of hours of development, documentation and testing, Futura will be initiating the pilot user onboarding of its new CRM and Customer Portal system, iServe. iServe will allow customers to submit and view the progress of their system’s support needs through a convenient and user-friendly web portal designed to speed up the process of ticket submission and resolution. A key feature of the new system is the Knowledge base that will provide information and tools to users to greatly enhance their use of the system.

“Our chairman and Founder, Janet DeNicola, has always been a strong proponent of using technology to its fullest. Our new platform will deliver powerful information to our users,” stated Dominic Sambucci, Futura Services President.

The iServe launch comes at an exciting time for Futura Services as it is set to celebrate its 25-year anniversary. The 6 pilot customers will pave the way for Futura’s 30,000 users to have 24/7 access ad collaborative interaction with Packaging Industry and Technology Experts/ The plan is for all clients to be live by 6/30/2017.

Friday, March 10, 2017

BizEquity CTO Semyon Fishman Wins SmartCEO's 2017 Executive Management CTO Award

PHILADELPHIA and NEW YORK, January 19, 2017 /PRNewswire/ --

BizEquity, the world's leading and largest provider of cloud-based business valuation and performance Big Data, is thrilled to announce that Semyon Fishman, Chief Technology Officer of BizEquity, has won SmartCEO's '2017 Executive Management Award.'

The Executive Management Awards honor C-suite executives who have gone above and beyond to support and lead their organizations. SmartCEO recognizes executives who uphold the highest ethics, lead collaboratively and creatively, and enhance and support the organization's mission. An independent committee of local business leaders reviews the EMA nominations, and winners are chosen based on the quality of the nominations submitted. EMA winners are profiled in the March/April issue of SmartCEO magazine and celebrated at an awards reception in March.

As a founding member of BizEquity, Semyon is responsible for engineering the company's real time valuation engine and leading the client and server side development of the product. He has also worked on a number of products, including user interfaces, server technologies, data analysis, system integration and academic research.

Semyon Fishman, CTO of BizEquity, commented:

"I am thrilled to receive this award from SmartCEO. I feel it highlights our company's role as an industry leader, but is also recognition for our amazing team of engineers. I am lucky to work with such an intelligent and hardworking group, and I would not have received this award without their dedication to their work."

Michael M. Carter, CEO of BizEquity, commented:

"Semyon has been the architect of our technology strategy since the beginning. He is a trusted partner, and leads his team by example. We are extremely lucky to have him and are proud that his work and contribution have been recognized by winning this Executive Management Award. He has helped to make us one of the global leaders in Big Data technologies and the insight they deliver in the FinTech market."

http://www.BizEquity.com

Original article found at: PR Wire

Thursday, March 9, 2017

Uniphy Health Introduces UH4: Healthcare’s First Real-time, Enterprise-Wide Collaboration Platform

UH4 Delivers Operational Efficiencies, Performance Insights and Superior Care Coordination on a Single, Mobile-first, Patient-centric Enterprise Platform

Newark, NJ – Feb. 22, 2017 Uniphy Health – a leader in mobile solutions for clinical communications and collaboration – today unveiled UH4, an enterprise-wide platform for hospitals, clinics and health care facilities. UH4 enables all enterprise communications applications to share data and functionality and truly work together.

UH4 is the first platform to extend communication and collaboration beyond the four walls of the hospital, enabling people, data and applications to come together securely and seamlessly and ensuring that the right information reaches the right person at the right time.

UH4 supports what Gartner, the premier industry analyst firm, calls the “Real-Time Health System,”[1] a set of technologies that make health care organizations “more aware, collaborative and patient-centric” and allow care teams to work together across the care continuum. The result: more efficient operations, faster time-to-treatment and measurably improved patient outcomes – all on a single platform purpose-built to support all critical enterprise applications, clinical and otherwise.

UH4 advantages include:

Patient-centric communications: UH4 helps connect and coordinate all members of the care team, regardless of location, around the needs of the patient. The system is designed to adapt as those needs change.
Real-time patient-centric data: UH4 interfaces with third-party data and applications including EHRs, HIEs, financial data, CRM systems, charge capture, mobile forms and more. So critical patient data previously locked in remote systems is now available to physicians and applications at the moment of need – saving time and saving lives.
Performance metrics and insights: With UH4, organizations will be better able to capture and report detailed performance data throughout the patient experience. So hospitals can evaluate a range of key performance indicators (KPIs), enabling them to reduce patient waiting time and staff downtime while delivering higher-quality treatment faster.
Accelerated clinical workflows: Physicians spend as much as a third of their time – and nurses up to 50 percent – on documentation and data entry. UH4 streamlines clinical workflows and automates manual processes, meaning providers can spend more high-value time focused on direct physician- and nurse-to-patient interaction.
Enterprise on a single platform: The “holy grail” for healthcare organizations is to have all systems – not just clinical applications but functions like payroll and continuing medical education – on one platform. With UH4, that convenience, security and economy of scale is finally here.

UH4 was developed in part as a result of input from Uniphy Health clients such as BayCare, RWJBarnabas Health Jersey City Medical Center, Catholic Health Services and Carle, which are industry leaders in the use of technology to achieve length-of-stay reduction, better post-discharge care coordination, referral leakage elimination, physician performance improvement and clinical documentation improvement. With UH4, a single platform will deliver all of that plus organizational knowledge sharing and even a virtual physicians’ lounge – and it will support future application development.

“Healthcare executives consistently tell us their greatest challenges are communications-related,” said Dr. Stuart Hochron, chief medical officer of Uniphy Health. “Data is trapped in silos and care pathways are broken. With UH4, the same powerful groupware common in business – customizable role-based applications developed on an enterprise foundation – is now available to healthcare organizations. The UH4 platform makes healthcare measurable, accountable and patient-centric and allows people to work together and work better.”

[1] Industry Vision: The Real-Time Health System Published: 11 May 2016, Gartner, Inc.

Thursday, March 9, 2017

Chicken Soup for the Soul donates 500,000 meals to US Pet Shelters

Alongside thier partners at American Humane, Chicken Soup for the Soul have now donated more than half a million meals of premium, all-natural Chicken Soup for the Soul Pet Food to U.S. shelters as they work toward their goal of one million meals for the ambitious “Fill-a-Bowl... Feed-a-Soul™”campaign. Their most recent delivery was 3,230 pounds of food to the Kingsport Animal Shelter in Tennessee, which was detailed in a press release that generated coverage from more than 220 media outlets around the country, including this story from local TV station WJHL.

Friday, February 24, 2017

STEINBERG DENICOLA ANNOUNCE CONNOR BARWIN AS RECIPIENT OF HUMANITARIAN AWARD

Cosmo DeNicola and Leigh Steinberg, in partnership with the Maxwell Football Club, have announced Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Connor Barwin as the recipient of the 2017 Steinberg DeNicola Humanitarian Award. Barwin will be honored on Friday March 10^th, 2017 during the Maxwell Football Club Gala at the Tropicana Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City.

"Cosmo DeNicola and I established an awards program designed to highlight the major contributions that owners, executives, coaches, players and retired players make in their off the field philanthropic efforts," stated Leigh Steinberg.

Since arriving in Philadelphia, Barwin’s humanitarian efforts have not gone unnoticed. He has been a big supporter of the Eagles Youth Partnership, a charity which serves low-income children within the Philadelphia area. In December of 2013, he founded the Make the World Better Foundation (MWBF), which builds and rehabilitates parks to provide safe and fun spaces for outdoor athletic and artistic play. MTWB believes that communities prosper when young people have access to athletics and the arts.

MTWB is dedicated to raising funds through innovative and creative ways. In June 2016, Barwin hosted his third annual MTWB Concert, raising $200,000. In 2014 and 2015, the foundation raised $700,000 for the renovation of South Philadelphia’s Ralph Brooks Park, which was featured in NFL Films Presents: The Street Eagle.

Thursday, February 16, 2017

Vince Young Signs with Superstar Agent Leigh Steinberg

Two Time Pro Bowl Quarterback, Vince Young, has signed agent Leigh Steinberg in pursuit of his return to football. Steinberg announced the signing of the Texas Longhorn in a Twitter post put out on Wednesday, stating Young still has a “dream of playing more football.”

Thursday, February 16, 2017

Former Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Pioneers coach Rich Ingold dies

“The entire Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Pioneer football family is saddened to hear of the passing of coach Rich Ingold. Coach Ingold and his Pioneers teams delivered much happiness and community pride to the entire NEPA area. His Pioneers reflected his intensity and aggressive style of football leading them to the playoffs all four years, along with three divisional and two conference championships. I am proud to call him coach and friend,” Cosmo DeNicola

The Following is taken from Citizens' Voice article "Former Pioneers coach Rich Ingold dies" by Steve Bennett

Rich Ingold had a passion for football and he was not afraid to let that passion show. Whether it was playing quarterback at Indiana University of Pennsylvania or coaching, Ingold let his emotions flow.But he never let them get the best of him. He told it like it was, whether it was before a game, during a game or after one.If a player didn’t do the job, Ingold was not afraid to let the player know. He also wasn’t afraid to bring somebody in who he thought could do it better. All with designs on winning. Those personality traits made him a coach everyone wanted to play for. That, and the fact that Ingold produced a winner nearly every step of the way.

Ingold, the former head coach of the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Pioneers of the af2, died Wednesday. He was 53. The cause of death is unknown.

The Pioneers played their first season in the af2 in 2002 and folded following the 2009 season.Along the way, particularly when Ingold was in charge, the Pioneers were among the best teams in the league.

“The entire Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Pioneer football family is saddened to hear of the passing of coach Rich Ingold,” former team owner Cosmo DeNicola said in a statement. “Our heartfelt condolences go out to the entire family. Coach Ingold and his Pioneers teams delivered much happiness and community pride to the entire NEPA area. His Pioneers reflected his intensity and aggressive style of football leading them to the playoffs all four years, along with three divisional and two conference championships. I am proud to call him coach and friend.”

Ingold, who was born in Pittsburgh, became the head coach of the Pioneers in 2006 and was with the organization until 2009. He led the team to a pair of ArenaCup championship games, losing to Tulsa in 2007 and Spokane in 2009. During his tenure, the Pioneers were 50-14 in the regular season and 7-4 in the postseason. In 2007 Ingold missed a portion of training camp as he battled throat cancer, but returned in time to get back on the field. He finished his coaching career with an overall record of 92-38 and was part of the inaugural class inducted into the af2’s hall of fame. In 2009, the league announced Ingold was chosen as its top head coach of all-time.

“He was an awesome coach, lived and loved to win,” said former Pioneers quarterback Ryan Vena. “That’s all we talked about — winning. He was one of a kind. Fiery, crazy, tough but would go to war for his players. I loved playing for him, and I’m proud to have played for him. He will be missed. Not just by me, but by a lot of people, players and owners.”

Ingold, always looking to bring in highly talented quarterbacks in the passer friendly af2, had former Penn State quarterback Zack Mills in camp for a few weeks in 2007. In 2008 Ingold brought former Pitt quarterback Rod Rutherford to training camp. He had previously spent time on the practice squad with the Carolina Panthers and Pittsburgh Steelers. But no matter what quarterback Ingold brought into camp, they could not take the job from Vena, who played for the team from 2007-09, and was not only the best quarterback in the history of the franchise, but one of the best to ever play in af2. Ingold played football at Seton-LaSalle and led his team to two WPIAL Class 2A championships.

Following high school, Ingold attended South Carolina for one year before transferring to Indiana University of Pennsylvania. At IUP, he threw for 6,454 yards and more than 40 touchdowns.Ingold made his arena debut as quarterback of the Washington Commandos in 1987. In 1988, he led the Detroit Drive to a win in ArenaBowl II.Ingold joined the coaching ranks in 1989 and served as offensive coordinator of the AFL’s Pittsburgh Gladiators in 1989. He was head coach of the Quad City Steamwheelers of the af2 from 2002-04 and offensive coordinator of the Dallas Desperados of the AFL in 2005.Following his time in Wilkes-Barre, Ingold spent one season as head coach of the Dallas Vigilantes of the AFL.

http://citizensvoice.com/sports/former-pioneers-coach-rich-ingold-dies-1.2155498

Thursday, February 9, 2017

2017 STEINBERG DENICOLA HUMANITARIAN AWARDS AT 30TH ANNUAL LEIGH STEINBERG SUPER BOWL PARTY

HOUSTON –Houston set the stage for the NFL’s 51-year Super Bowl anniversary and the 30^th Annual Leigh Steinberg Super Bowl Party which kicked off at noon on Saturday, Feb. 4th. The party provided a star-studded backdrop for the second annual Steinberg-DeNicola Humanitarian Awards, honoring members of the NFL family for outstanding contributions to their communities and their fellow man. The event was held at the Hughes Manor in downtown Houston, with 4,500 in attendance. Described as “the granddaddy of Super Bowl parties,” Steinberg’s invitation-only charity bash attracts luminaries from the worlds of sports, business, media and entertainment, including Hall of Famers, movie stars, CEOs and politicians.

The Steinberg-DeNicola Humanitarian Awards, created by renowned agent Leigh Steinberg and agency partner Cosmo DeNicola, co-owner of the Arena Football League’s Philadelphia Soul, were introduced in 2015 to generate awareness for the positive side of professional football that is often overshadowed or under-reported. The awards recognize the charitable initiatives and personal efforts of NFL team owners, team executives, head coaches, active and retired players.

At a special ceremony conducted during this year’s party, Steinberg and DeNicola presented the 2017 awards to Kansas City Chiefs Owner Clark Hunt, Arizona Cardinals Head Coach Bruce Arians, Baltimore Ravens Wide Receiver Steve Smith Sr, Houston Texans General Manager Rick Smith, Houston Oilers Retired Quarterback Warren Moon, Project HEAR Us Foundation and Houston Oilers Retired Running Back Earl Campbell was awarded the BBVA LiveBrite Award.

“This years’ honorees are an extraordinary group of individuals who have used their platforms in the NFL to change people’s lives for the better,” said Steinberg. “Cosmo and I are extremely proud to be able to recognize the important work they do and the sacrifices they make to give back to the community and make a difference.”

DeNicola added, “These awards are a special testament to the caliber of great people in professional football – the real winners who inspire all of us to be better and do better.”

Continuing its long-held tradition of giving back through philanthropic causes, the Leigh Steinberg Super Bowl Party will donate proceeds from the event’s silent sports memorabilia auction to the non-profits supported by the Steinberg-DeNicola Humanitarian Award winners. In addition, the event served to host the second Brain Health Summit, exploring research and solutions for the growing epidemic of concussion-related injuries.

Thursday, February 9, 2017

A Plus Announces TV Series “Project Dad” Will Be Available Online

Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment’s Series To Debut On APlus.com Tuesday, February 7th

COS COB, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--A Plus, a Chicken Soup for the Soul company, announced today that the first episode of Project Dad, a Chicken Soup for the Soul Original, will premiere online on Tuesday, February 7th on APlus.com. New episodes will be available online Mondays at 12 p.m. EST at video.aplus.com.

“We are excited to make the jump into airing original video content from Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment on A Plus,” said Ashton Kutcher, founder of APlus.com. “This will enable us to reach a broader audience with our message of positive storytelling that focuses on our shared humanity. Right now, this is more important than ever.”

“Making Project Dad available on demand on APlus.com allows us to distribute content on multiple platforms, and we expect to engage online audiences and earn new fans for the show through the site,” said William J. Rouhana, Jr., Chairman and CEO of Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment. “This premiere also illustrates the power of marrying our content with A Plus’s distribution to grow our reach. We plan to share content this way regularly, which will allow A Plus to provide premium content with scale to their sponsors.”

Project Dad follows Donnell Rawlings (comedian, Chappelle’s Show), Daniel Cosgrove (actor, Days of Our Lives), and DJ Skribble (world-ranked disc jockey, MTV’s TRL) as they’re left alone with their kids. The humorous and heartwarming series turns the camera on these three busy celebrity dads as they struggle to balance caring for a home, parenting and pursuing a full-time career — on their own.

ABOUT A PLUS

A Plus, a Chicken Soup for the Soul company, is a digital media company devoted to delivering positive journalism to its readers. Its growth to over 100 million monthly content views has been powered by a dynamic combination of proprietary technology and commitment to high-quality, empathetic storytelling. A Plus aims to challenge the status quo in media by focusing its content mission on positivity and social change.

Monday, February 6, 2017

Super Agent's Super Bowl Party Brings Out Texas Legends and Celebs Galore

When Leigh Steinberg‘s annual Super Bowl bash hits your city, attendance is mandatory. The famed sports agent, who was the inspiration behind the hit film Jerry Maguire, hosted his 30th Super Bowl féte at Hughes Manor on Saturday, outfitting the massive space with unlimited food, drinks, and celebrity sightings.

Partygoers basked in the sprawling outdoor venue, hopping from tent to tent as caterers filled the space with a bevy of cuisines featuring everything from miniature cheese burgers and barbecue to Tex-Mex staples and petite desserts. Grey Goose kept the drinks flowing with endless bottles of its vodka.

Raging pop tunes engulfed the extravagant bash before the man of the hour, Leigh Steinberg, took the stage for the Steinberg DeNicola Humanitarian Awards where former Houston Oilers star Warren Moon was awarded the 2017 Humanitarian award.

But the real star of the hour was another Houston Oilers legend, Earl Campbell. Campbell picked up the BBVA Compass Live Bright Award, which honored the former NFL heavyweight for his work with the MS Society. Chef, author, and BBVA ambassador Sandra Lee presented Campbell with the crystal award alongside a festive, three-tiered, blue-ombre cake.

Artist Calleo also created a commemorative art piece, which he presented to Campbell in partnership with UTEP running back and NFL Draft prospect Aaron Jones at the ceremony’s close.

The Seen: Former Tennessee Titans, all-pro running back Eddie George, model Nicole Murphy, University of Texas legend Vince Young, recording artist and talk show host Adrienne Bailon Houghton, recording artist Israel Houghton, Arizona Cardinals head coach Bruce Arians, newly retired NFL wide receiver Steve Smith, Kansas City Chiefs chairman Clark Hunt, Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Steven Johnson, NFL player James Anderson, singer/songwriter Ryan Cabrera and international model Carissa Rosario.

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