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Monday, January 19, 2015

Good NFL News! Humanitarian Awards

Forbes.com, Leigh Steinberg

LAS VEGAS- Amidst all the focus on misdeeds and misconduct of NFL players this year, it is important to emphasize that these behaviors are aberrational and not the norm. The definition of news is not dog bites man, it is man bites dog. Reading the daily recitation of drunk driving and bar fights involving players, coaches and executives can create the impression of sports gone haywire–yet these incidents represent a minuscule percentage of the enormous pool involved with the League.

This is why my associate, Chris Cabott, and I thought it was important to create an award that recognized the community and charitable service that characterizes the typical lives of people involved with professional football. Along with my partner, Cosmo DeNicola, we will be presenting the Steinberg-DeNicola Awards for Humanitarian Service at my 28th Annual Super Bowl Party in Phoenix at the Science Museum on Saturday afternoon January 31st. Proceeds from a silent auction will go to benefit the awardees cause and local beneficiaries will attend.

The Owner’s Award will go to Woody Johnson, owner of the New York Jets. Johnson has dedicated time and resources to try and improve the system of public health in this country and is a role model for community service. The Team Executive Award will go to Dennis Hickey, General Manager of the Miami Dolphins. Hickey has been a stalwart support of the Special Olympics Program. The combination of pro football and these valiant young athletes is a natural.

The Coaches Award is being given to Jeff Fisher, Coach of the St. Louis Rams. Fisher has given vigorous support to the Wounded Warriors Project. Honoring and providing resources to the courageous soldiers defending our freedom is the least we can do as a society.

Iconic Sports Agent Leigh Steinberg to Host 28th Annual Super Bowl Party

SAN FRANCISCO, CA - It was announced today that Leigh Steinberg, iconic sports agent and founder of Steinberg Sports and Entertainment (SSE) will host his 28th Super Bowl Party at the Arizona Science Center on Saturday, January 31st in Phoenix, Arizona from 1:00-4:00 p.m. MDT.

This year’s party will feature a number of unique aspects including the NFL Gridiron Greats Exhibit, various technologies, equipment and studies focused on concussion reduction, cranium trauma prevention, and healing of the brain; and the inaugural Steinberg DeNicola Humanitarian Awards, an award designed by Steinberg and his new partner, Cosmo DeNicola, to commemorate members of the NFL community for their humanitarian efforts.

The honorees for the 2014- 2015 season include New York Jets’ owner Robert “Woody” Johnson, Miami Dolphins’ general manager Dennis Hickey, and St. Louis Rams’ head coach Jeff Fisher. Proceeds from the party’s silent auction will be awarded to local organizations in Phoenix that support public health, the Special Olympics, and wounded warriors; the respective causes of Johnson, Hickey and Fisher.

“I look forward to our upcoming party in Phoenix with great anticipation. The Gridiron Greats exhibit is one of a kind, the theme of the brain speaks directly to the need for the highest quality of life for active and retired athletes, the world gets to meet a true winner in Taylor Heinicke, and my dear friend and partner Cosmo DeNicola and I will be honoring three incredible role models for both the NFL and society. This is going to be one of our best parties yet,” said Steinberg.

Past parties have featured a live satellite hookup between soldiers stationed in Afghanistan, a live feed with troops in Iraq, and an environmentally themed party which had Governor Janet Napolitano and Steinberg release an endangered hawk into the wild. One party sent water machines, which purified water for 140,000 people, to a cholera stricken Haiti.

Early sponsors of the party and awards include DeskSite.com, dealaction.com, BizEquity, Inc., the China American Football League, and Prevacus, Inc.

The invite only party is attended by NFL owners, general managers, coaches, personnel departments, celebrities, entertainers, politicians, corporate CEOs, media personalities, athletes, entrepreneurs in technology, green initiatives, health, sports and entertainment, and SSE’s veteran and draft eligible clients; which include draft eligible quarterback Taylor Heinicke. Heinicke enters the 2015 NFL Draft as college football’s current leader in games played (50), total passing yards (14,959), TD passes (132), TDs responsible for (154) and completions (238).

Tuesday, December 23, 2014

Cosmo DeNicola Increases Stake in Chicken Soup for the Soul

FORT WASHINGTON, PA - Cosmo DeNicola of Bentley-Holdings announces an increase in his investment in Chicken Soup for the Soul as a follow up contribution to his original investment in 2007. DeNicola recognizes the growth and development of the Chicken Soup for the Soul brand and company and looks forward to a long-term relationship.

Started in 1993 with a simple idea that people would help each other by sharing stories, Chicken Soup for the Soul has grown beyond the bookstore. The company has expanded to include food, pet foods and a diversified online presence. In addition, a major motion picture and TV show are also under development.

“The additional investment is recognition of my confidence in the great work that Bill Rouhana Jr. (Chairman and CEO) and Amy Newmark (Publisher and Editor in Chief) are doing in building a successful business. Their commitment to inspiration and wellness aligns with my core values as well,” said DeNicola.

Mitchell said, "Daniel and Jade will help spearhead our company's significant expansion plans in the independent pet specialty channel. Daniel will initially focus on ensuring that we achieve category- leading servicing levels for our customers and that our quality control systems are world class. He will also oversee our supplier relationships in connection with our new product development initiatives."

Friday, December 19, 2014

Chicken Soup for the Soul Pet Food Adds Two More High-Powered Executives to Management Team

COS COBB, CONN - Chicken Soup for the Soul Pet Food, a leading provider of super premium pet food to the independent pet specialty channel, today announced that it had added two more experienced executives to its management ranks.

Chris Mitchell, CEO of Chicken Soup for the Soul Pet Food, announced the appointment of Daniel Morris to the new position of Vice President of Operations and Jade Dominique to the new position of Vice President of Sales. They join Mitchell and Luc Mongeau, the non-executive Vice Chairman of the company, in the management of Chicken Soup for the Soul's growing pet food business.

Morris brings over 25 years of experience in pet food operation and sales to the company, including a focus on quality control and product development. He spent over 12 years with Nutro, Greenies and Mars in similar positions. Dominique brings substantial sales leadership and expertise to the company, including almost 10 years with Nutro in ever-escalating sales roles building out Nutro's sales capability, customer marketing and sales strategy.

"Jade will help us develop a comprehensive national sales strategy and lead the continued growth of our sales force," Mitchell continued. "He will be recruiting other top-notch sales executives to join our team in the near future. Together, Daniel and Jade represent a dramatic increase in the commitment by our company to the growth of our pet food business."

Friday, December 19, 2014

Futura Mobility Launches National Healthcare Sales Team for the New Year

FT. WASHINGTON, PA - Futura Mobility completed its national sales force to launch its EHi360, a consultative healthcare group comprised of some of the most forward-thinking partners to deliver innovative solutions to improve patient experience and the efficiency of care.

The recruits met at Futura Mobility’s headquarters in Fort Washington, PA for a week of intense industry education, solution training and team building.

Cosmo DeNicola kicked off the meeting by welcoming the group with a motivational speech, encouraging the team to do great things. “Each of you have been picked because of your unique skills and expertise,” DeNicola said. "Now, it’s time to join forces with each other and our partners to offer something unique in Healthcare.”

Futura Mobility and partners involved in the EHi360 solutions are tasked with bringing together comprehensive offerings that promote coordinated care, improved patient safety and outcomes, and the advancement of mobile technology in healthcare. Specifically, there are eight core areas of focus: Mobile Technology Assessments, Device Deployment & Support; EHR Implementation & Optimization; Technology & Network Solutions; e-Learning & Custom Training Programs; 24x7 Go-Live Teams, Physician, Clinician & Vendor subject matter expertise; Population Health & a Platform for Secure Communications; Patient Engagement & Education; PMI Project & Program Management.

Monday, December 15, 2014

MKSD Client Noah Schnapp Cast as Charlie Brown

NEW YORK - MKSD client Noah Schnapp has been cast as iconic cartoon character Charlie Brown in Peanuts, the newest 3D animated adaption of Charles Schulz's classic comic strip. Peanuts is set to release in theaters Nov. 6, 2015, just in time for the 65th anniversary of the comic strip, as well as the 50th anniversary of the holiday-special, A Charlie Brown Christmas.

It will be directed by Steve Martino, who worked on Ice Age: Continental Drift and Horton Hears a Who. The late Peanuts comic creator Charles Schulz will be there inspirits through his sons, Craig and Bryan Schulz, who will be writing the story along with Cornelius Uliano.

Famed sports agent Leigh Steinberg partners with Philadelphia entrepreneur

Philadelphia Business Journal, Jeff Blumenthal

PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia-based entrepreneur, Cosmo DeNicola will become an investor and partner in well-known sports agent Leigh Steinberg's Steinberg Sports and Entertainment (SSE). DeNicola runs Cosmo DeNicola Companies, a portfolio of businesses ranging from sports, entertainment, healthcare and technology. He is currently a co-owner of the Arena Football League's Philadelphia Soul and a Hollywood talent management firm. He will provide capital and business experience to drive SSE's client marketing services.

DeNicola runs Cosmo DeNicola Companies, a portfolio of businesses ranging from sports, entertainment, healthcare and technology. He is currently a co-owner of the Arena Football League's Philadelphia Soul and a Hollywood talent management firm. He will provide capital and business experience to drive SSE's client marketing services.

Steinberg, often credited with being the real life inspiration for the title character in the film Jerry Maguire, is a Los Angeles-based agent who has represented the No. 1 overall pick in the NFL draft a record eight times as well as 150 pro bowl players and seven NFL Hall of Fame inductees: Troy Aikman, Steve Young, Warren Moon, Thurman Thomas, Bruce Smith, Derrick Thomas and Howie Long.

Chicken Soup for the Soul Launches Chicken Soup for the Soul Productions

Steve Ronson heads new venture that will create compelling, entertaining and inspirational TV shows and feature films

COS COBB. Conn.- Today, William Rouhana, Jr., CEO of Chicken Soup for the Soul, announced the formation of a new division to develop and produce television and film projects. The company is already known for sharing 21,000 inspiring life stories on hundreds of important topics with the readers of its 250+ books. Now it will use the power of branded entertainment to make emotional connections with viewers worldwide, inspired by its continuously expanding library of motivating and entertaining stories.

Amtech employees introduced them- selves to attendees, many of whom had only known the employee as a voice on the phone.Amtech president Cosmo DeNicola followed by sharing information on what the company has done in the two years since the last User Conference and what new things it is working on to make it easier for users to do their jobs now and in the future.

“The demand for compelling content continues to grow,” said Rouhana. “We already have several ambitious television and theatrical projects underway. With an eye toward building upon these opportunities, we are pleased to announce the formation of Chicken Soup for the Soul Productions, headed by industry veteran Steve Ronson.”

Monday, November 10, 2014

Cosmo Unveils Vision of the Manufacturing System of the Future

The White Sheet - Board Converting News

LAS VEGAS- Fort Washington, Pennsylvania based Amtech Software held its User Conference at Harrah’s Las Vegas in Las Vegas, Nevada, from October 19- 22. Held every two years, more than 130 Amtech software users from box plants throughout the country convened to learn how to better use Amtech’s products and services, hear about the company’s innovative technologies and network with their peers.

"Over the next few days, we hope to share our expertise and industry experience to make the produt that you use every day make your business better," said DeNicola. "A lot of things that have happened in the last two years will be driving what we will be doing over the next two years." DeNicola cited mobility and connectivity as two of Amtech's driving forces to help box maker build their businesses as well as relationships with their customers.

Tuesday, October 28, 2014

Cosmo DeNicola Honored as Award Recipient at Philadelphia Business Journal's 2014 Innovation Awards

Philadelphia Business Journal

PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia Business Journal announced today that Cosmo DeNicola, chairman of Futura mHealth, has been honored as a ‘2014 Innovation Awards’ recipient in the Technology Transfer of the Year category.

DeNicola received the award on behalf of Futura mHealth’s partnership with Temple University, specifically for the design, development and commercialization of the first clinically-validated smartphone app that helps to manage Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary disease (COPD).

“I am truly honored to receive PBJ’s Innovation award for tech transfer of the year,” said DeNicola. “But what is really an honor is having the ability to partner with my alma mater, Temple, and represent the healthcare and life science leaders of the Philadelphia community.”

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