One of the world's most renowned and acclaimed chefs, Joel Robuchon, died in Switzerland. He was 73. Robuchon, who was once honored as the "Chef of the Century", died of pancreatic cancer that he had been fighting for a whole year after surgery. Robuchon has changed the code of haute cuisine by creating a network of "Atelier" restaurants - "down-to-earth" restaurants with a friendly atmosphere. The food served in his restaurants is known for its high quality and exquisite taste, but it has a much lower price tag owing to the absence of additional ceremonies that are commonly used in haute cuisine. Robuchon was a champion of healthy cuisine. One of his best recipes is mashed potatoes of unique creamy texture. Joel Robuchon was to become a priest, but at age 29 he became the chef of a Parisian restaurant. His first restaurant earned three Michelin stars at once making him the only chef who could achieve such an accomplishment. Subsequently, Frenchman's restaurants had received a total of 32 Michelin stars, setting an absolute record.In 1989, Gault Millau awarded Robuchon the title of the "Chef of the Century." By 2018, the chef had had a network of 25 restaurants in Paris, London, New York, Las Vegas, Montreal, Bangkok, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Tokyo. Robuchon also hosted cooking shows on television, wrote several books, was the tutor of famous British chef Gordon Ramsey.
Reported by PRAVDA 12 hours ago.
'Chef of the Century' dies of pancreatic cancer
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First look at the Jaguar's new pet park
The Jaguars and Pet Paradise unveiled the NFL's first in-stadium dog park to the media on Monday. The 2,000 square foot facility, situated at the south end zone, will be open for the coming football season. “People are taking their pets everywhere now, whether it’s to restaurants or on flights,” said Pet Paradise CEO Fernando Acosta-Rua in a previous interview. “This is definitely another amenity standpoint for the stadium. Pets are becoming more and more part of the family, and so it’s…
Reported by bizjournals 11 hours ago.
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GiftsOnAir, a Jaipur Based Startup Soaring New Heights
*GiftsOnAir.com* has managed to create a niche in the start-up space in India in absolutely no time. The company has an innovative business model that involves bridging the gap between the online and offline markets and has also been nominated for the ‘*Best Start-up of the year 2018*’.Founded by the 20 year old *Sarthak Khandelwal*, a final year graduation student at Narsee Monji Institute of Management Studies, the company aims at providing an online platform through which they could come up with various cashback offers for the consumers to give them an ecstatic experience while making purchases.
With 300+ partners pan India including mobile and automobile companies, restaurants etc., they give cashback vouchers to the customers while going out to eat or shop that can be redeemed on the GiftsOnAir.com website.
* Sarthak Khandelwal, Founder of GiftsOnAir*
Sarthak came up with the idea of GiftsOnAir.com when he was merely in 12^th standard. “When you want something all the universe conspires in helping you to achieve it. The right mix of people can make your dream come true,” said *Sarthak* about meeting *Shobhit Jhalani *(Co-Founder and Tech Head, GiftsOnAir) and *Apoorva Panday*, (Co-Founder and Marketing Head, GiftsOnAir).
Sarthak Khandelwal, Shobhit Jhalani and Apoorva Panday, the three dynamic young minds behind the success of GiftsOnAir.com believe in ‘*achieving more together*’ with their partners.
“GiftsOnAir.com has also been nominated for the ‘*Best Start-up of the year 2018*’ was started in the middle of a complex market scenario where everybody was in a desperate need to survive within competition and was using the same mediums of marketing and communication, nothing different was being done. GiftsOnAir gave partners exactly what they needed, ‘*exclusivity*’. It helped the partners to acquire new customers and to retain the regulars. It has been a complete WIN-WIN situation,” says *Apoorva Panday, Marketing & Creative Head of GiftsOnAir*.
There is a lot of positive feedback that GiftsOnAir.com has been getting for quite some time now and also increased sales. In just the last 45 days the associate partners’ sales have increased 7 times. The sale of a restaurant have gone up from Rs. 1 lac to 7 lacs in the last 45 days and customer retention has gone up three times in automobile service with the GiftsOnAir deal.
Panasonic Mobiles India, which has a turnover of Rs. 2000 crores, has also joined hands with GiftsOnAir.com. The GoA team says, “This is another milestone for us and we promise there are many more to come”. They believe that ‘*working together is always a better idea*.’
As per the evaluation of independent agencies, the current valuation of GiftsOnAir.com is estimated at approximately at Rs. 300 Crores ($ 3 Billion).
With the company’s growing partnership in the market and envisioned by its founders as one of the future Fortune 100 company in India, GiftsOnAir.com is surely a big part of the start up revolution that has hit the IT industry of India and Sarthak Khandelwal is definitely India’s one of the youngest self made millionaire in the making and “*born to make history*”.
*About GiftsOnAir*
GiftsOnAir is a truly innovative concept that aims to bridge the divide between Offline and Online. The company commenced operations in January 2018 from Jaipur, has now a corporate office in Delhi too and is gunning to be pan India by October 2018. Co-founded by Shobhit Jhalani, Apoorva Panday and Sarthak Khandelwal GiftsOnAir has secured a funding of 10 crore. GiftsOnAir has already been adjudged the ‘*Best Start-up of the Year*’. Reported by NewsVoir 11 hours ago.
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Sparkfly Announces New ALLY Marketing Program
Sparkfly, a patent-protected technology platform that connects the digital and physical marketing worlds in real-time, is proud to launch the new ALLY Marketing Program which showcases partner businesses in a new way.
ATLANTA (PRWEB) August 07, 2018
Sparkfly has launched the ALLY Marketing Program to showcase partner businesses in a whole new way.
The ALLY Marketing Program harnesses the power of relationships to create a network of partners who Sparkfly will promote alongside their own marketing. ALLY partners will also receive an extra level of support from Sparkfly and other partners.
“We’re thrilled to launch the ALLY Marketing Program because it allows us to support and champion our partners in an unprecedented way,” Sparkfly CEO & Founder Catherine Tabor said. “We work so closely with our clients and partners to tailor technology solutions, so this feels like a natural extension of the way the Sparkfly team is already interacting with the businesses we are proud to call our ALLYs.”
Members of the ALLY program will receive the following benefits:· Customized and distributed press release promoting the ALLY and relationship with Sparkfly
· Announcement on social media about the ALLY
· Periodic posts on social media sharing updates about the ALLY company and work
· Opportunity to be featured in blog posts
· Access to Sparkfly network of ALLY partners for meaningful connections and additional support
The list of benefits for ALLY partners will continue to grow.
“I’ve always believed in the importance of sharing our journeys as entrepreneurs,” Tabor said. “The relationships the program will foster are the most exciting part to me. When we celebrate our successes together, and offer resources to support each other through growth and challenges, we all benefit.”
Initial ALLY partners include Great Clips, First Watch, Chipotle Mexican Grill, VeggieGrill, Hooters, Bakers Square, CraftWorks, Vibes, Stellar Loyalty, ADM Marketing, EMMA, Marketing Vitals, Bridg, IMImobile, Restaurants Unlimited and Valassis Digital.
To learn more about becoming an ALLY partner, call 1-816-977-7155 or email partners(at)sparkfly(dot)com.
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As the creator of the Relationship Realization category, Sparkfly uses a real-time data and attribution platform that connects digital marketing initiatives from any form of media to offline activity moving from online interaction to offline connection. No matter how complicated the point-of-sale system may be, Sparkfly can run unified marketing programs across multiple franchise locations, and, for the first time, unlock real-time attribution across any media channel. For more information please visit http://www.sparkfly.com. Reported by PRWeb 11 hours ago.
ATLANTA (PRWEB) August 07, 2018
Sparkfly has launched the ALLY Marketing Program to showcase partner businesses in a whole new way.
The ALLY Marketing Program harnesses the power of relationships to create a network of partners who Sparkfly will promote alongside their own marketing. ALLY partners will also receive an extra level of support from Sparkfly and other partners.
“We’re thrilled to launch the ALLY Marketing Program because it allows us to support and champion our partners in an unprecedented way,” Sparkfly CEO & Founder Catherine Tabor said. “We work so closely with our clients and partners to tailor technology solutions, so this feels like a natural extension of the way the Sparkfly team is already interacting with the businesses we are proud to call our ALLYs.”
Members of the ALLY program will receive the following benefits:· Customized and distributed press release promoting the ALLY and relationship with Sparkfly
· Announcement on social media about the ALLY
· Periodic posts on social media sharing updates about the ALLY company and work
· Opportunity to be featured in blog posts
· Access to Sparkfly network of ALLY partners for meaningful connections and additional support
The list of benefits for ALLY partners will continue to grow.
“I’ve always believed in the importance of sharing our journeys as entrepreneurs,” Tabor said. “The relationships the program will foster are the most exciting part to me. When we celebrate our successes together, and offer resources to support each other through growth and challenges, we all benefit.”
Initial ALLY partners include Great Clips, First Watch, Chipotle Mexican Grill, VeggieGrill, Hooters, Bakers Square, CraftWorks, Vibes, Stellar Loyalty, ADM Marketing, EMMA, Marketing Vitals, Bridg, IMImobile, Restaurants Unlimited and Valassis Digital.
To learn more about becoming an ALLY partner, call 1-816-977-7155 or email partners(at)sparkfly(dot)com.
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As the creator of the Relationship Realization category, Sparkfly uses a real-time data and attribution platform that connects digital marketing initiatives from any form of media to offline activity moving from online interaction to offline connection. No matter how complicated the point-of-sale system may be, Sparkfly can run unified marketing programs across multiple franchise locations, and, for the first time, unlock real-time attribution across any media channel. For more information please visit http://www.sparkfly.com. Reported by PRWeb 11 hours ago.
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Wilbur Ross allegedly swindled $120 million from associates and 'could rank among the biggest grifters in American history,' according to a bombshell Forbes report
· *US Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross has allegedly swindled associates out of more than $120 million, according to a new bombshell report from Forbes.*· *The magazine interviewed 21 former colleagues, many of whom say he has a propensity to filch money for himself.*
· *The sum total of all the allegations against him come to $120 million, Forbes said.*
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According to former colleagues, US Secretary of Wilbur Ross has been known to grab handfuls of Sweet'N Low on his way out of restaurants, to save himself the trouble of having to buy his own.
But that may just be the tip of the iceberg when it comes to Ross' impropriety, according to a new bombshell report from Dan Alexander of Forbes.
Forbes spoke to 21 people who know Ross, and found that many claim he wrongly took millions for himself on multiple occasions. The publication estimates that if all of these allegations are true, Ross has bilked associates out of more than $120 million.
And Alexander pulled no punches in summarizing his findings, concluding: "If even half of the accusations are legitimate, the current United States secretary of commerce could rank among the biggest grifters in American history."
A commerce department official called the allegations "petty nonsense," while a statement from Ross himself noted that "the SEC has never initiated any enforcement action against me."
That's not entirely true, considering the SEC fined his firm $2.3 million in 2016. Beyond that, Ross argued that one lawsuit filed against him has been dismissed, failing to mention that it's still in the appeals process.
Alexander's interest in Ross stemmed from the commerce secretary's apparent attempts to mislead Forbes, which the magazine says were an attempt to get himself higher on the publication's ranking of billionaires.
Here's a breakdown of all the allegations outlined in the Forbes report, presented in chronological order. Adding together all of the bolded numbers, you arrive at roughly $120 million.
· *2005 —* A former vice chairman of WL Ross filed a $20 million lawsuit against Ross, alleging the commerce secretary tried to cut him out of his share. They reached a confidential settlement, which reportedly cost *$10 million*.
· *2014-2015* *— *Invesco, the parent company of WL Ross, reported *$43 million* in regulatory and reimbursement expenses, which four former employees say were tied to issues that occurred under Ross.
· *July 2015 *— Ross' former number two filed a *$4 million* lawsuit, alleging the commerce secretary stole his interests. They recently reached a confidential settlement.
· *August 2016 *— As mentioned above, WL Ross agreed to pay the SEC *$2.3 million* after allegations that the firm defrauded an misled investors. The company settled without admitting wrongdoing.
· *August 2016 *— When the SEC announced its fine, it also revealed that the WL Ross paid back *$11.9 million* it allegedly took from investors, including interest, when Ross was running the firm.
· *December 2016* — A former WL Ross employee sued the company, alleging that Ross "looted" his accounts to the tune of *$3.6 million*.
· *November 2017 *— Three former WL Ross executives sued Ross and their former firm, allegedly they charged *$48 million *in improper fees. Ross says the legal action is "without merit."
**Read the full Forbes report here.**
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Gourmet Garage Optimizes Online Shopping and Customer Convenience with Self Point E-Commerce Solution
New York grocer elevates shopper experience and offers free delivery for online and mobile orders
BROOKLYN, N.Y. (PRWEB) August 07, 2018
Self Point, the leading digital commerce partner for supermarkets and specialty food retailers, today announces upgrades to online and mobile shopping for Gourmet Garage, the Manhattan grocer that invites customers to "Shop Like a Chef.” Self Point’s e-commerce technology supports Gourmet Garage locations in New York’s Uptown Lincoln Square Center area and Downtown with a location serving Tribeca and SoHo. Gourmet Garage’s customers now enjoy greater convenience online, access to specials, digital shopping lists, easy reorders of favorite meals, and more.
“We are known as the accessible gourmet food retailer. By updating the online shopping experience, we are honoring our heritage as the leading supplier of essential ingredients to New York’s finest restaurants,” says Andy Arons, CEO of Gourmet Garage. “Our loyal customers regularly ask us to add stores in their neighborhoods. With our newly enhanced digital storefront, shoppers can order on their mobile devices and be confident that their tables will have festive dinners and memorable family meals. To celebrate the grand opening of our refreshed mobile-first store, we are offering free delivery for online and mobile orders.”
Gourmet Garage has been selling products on an online marketplace that positions grocery and consumer goods products side by side from multiple merchants. The current marketplace does not allow Gourmet Garage to maintain its iconic brand and distinctive customer experience.
With Self Point’s e-commerce solution, Gourmet Garage’s brand and the consumer’s journey are elevated. The Self Point technology expands the grocer’s competitive advantage against larger supermarkets by making shopping convenient and more personalized. The solution was integrated into Gourmet Garage’s point of sale system, business processes and reporting infrastructure. Self Point speeds and simplifies implementation by building product catalogs and store maps directly from online and in-store transactions.
In addition, Self Point facilitates the creation of shopping lists from previous orders with a single click. These lists can be created and edited from home or mobile devices seamlessly. All of the rich data is captured to continuously deepen the relationship with the shopper.
“Gourmet Garage had an existing e-commerce platform but decided to partner with us because of our fast, full-service implementation,” said Michael J. Haaf, CEO of Self Point. “With our rich retail experience, we back up our clients’ teams with solid training and additional resources to support online order fulfillment and offline sales growth. We ensure shoppers get consistent, personalized touch points across email, web and mobile, including targeted offers based on buying behaviors and sent as push notifications or special home page messages. Self Point offers the best tools to take online and mobile orders, get products packed and shipped out of store, while saving grocers’ manpower.”
For a complimentary consultation, please call (888) 300-9298 or email sales(at)self-point.com.
About Gourmet Garage
Gourmet Garage is the Manhattan grocer that invites customers to "Shop Like a Chef!” Founded in 1981 as the importer/distributor Flying Foods International, Gourmet Garage supplied the best restaurants in New York and other major cities with their most essential ingredients. The accessible gourmet food retailer now has five stores in New York City offering natural and organic produce and products to make healthy, delicious meals. Boasting restaurant-quality prepared foods, Gourmet Garage caters to on-the-go shoppers with the highest quality and convenient customer experience. Learn more at GourmetGarage.com.
About Self Point
Self Point is the leading digital transformation partner for supermarkets, specialty food retailers and consumer packaged goods brands. Serving as a change agent for the industry, the Self Point team supports food retailers’ transition to online, mobile and social media markets while elevating customer experience and loyalty. The Self Point technology suite integrates point of sale and retail catalogs into a mobile-first, custom-branded e-commerce experience within days. Self Point expands grocers’ competitive advantage by making shopping easy, convenient and more personalized, thereby increasing customer satisfaction and revenues. Founded in 2012, Self Point has a growing client base including Unilever Israel, Associated Supermarkets, Piggly Wiggly and more. Visit Self-Point.com to learn more. Reported by PRWeb 10 hours ago.
BROOKLYN, N.Y. (PRWEB) August 07, 2018
Self Point, the leading digital commerce partner for supermarkets and specialty food retailers, today announces upgrades to online and mobile shopping for Gourmet Garage, the Manhattan grocer that invites customers to "Shop Like a Chef.” Self Point’s e-commerce technology supports Gourmet Garage locations in New York’s Uptown Lincoln Square Center area and Downtown with a location serving Tribeca and SoHo. Gourmet Garage’s customers now enjoy greater convenience online, access to specials, digital shopping lists, easy reorders of favorite meals, and more.
“We are known as the accessible gourmet food retailer. By updating the online shopping experience, we are honoring our heritage as the leading supplier of essential ingredients to New York’s finest restaurants,” says Andy Arons, CEO of Gourmet Garage. “Our loyal customers regularly ask us to add stores in their neighborhoods. With our newly enhanced digital storefront, shoppers can order on their mobile devices and be confident that their tables will have festive dinners and memorable family meals. To celebrate the grand opening of our refreshed mobile-first store, we are offering free delivery for online and mobile orders.”
Gourmet Garage has been selling products on an online marketplace that positions grocery and consumer goods products side by side from multiple merchants. The current marketplace does not allow Gourmet Garage to maintain its iconic brand and distinctive customer experience.
With Self Point’s e-commerce solution, Gourmet Garage’s brand and the consumer’s journey are elevated. The Self Point technology expands the grocer’s competitive advantage against larger supermarkets by making shopping convenient and more personalized. The solution was integrated into Gourmet Garage’s point of sale system, business processes and reporting infrastructure. Self Point speeds and simplifies implementation by building product catalogs and store maps directly from online and in-store transactions.
In addition, Self Point facilitates the creation of shopping lists from previous orders with a single click. These lists can be created and edited from home or mobile devices seamlessly. All of the rich data is captured to continuously deepen the relationship with the shopper.
“Gourmet Garage had an existing e-commerce platform but decided to partner with us because of our fast, full-service implementation,” said Michael J. Haaf, CEO of Self Point. “With our rich retail experience, we back up our clients’ teams with solid training and additional resources to support online order fulfillment and offline sales growth. We ensure shoppers get consistent, personalized touch points across email, web and mobile, including targeted offers based on buying behaviors and sent as push notifications or special home page messages. Self Point offers the best tools to take online and mobile orders, get products packed and shipped out of store, while saving grocers’ manpower.”
For a complimentary consultation, please call (888) 300-9298 or email sales(at)self-point.com.
About Gourmet Garage
Gourmet Garage is the Manhattan grocer that invites customers to "Shop Like a Chef!” Founded in 1981 as the importer/distributor Flying Foods International, Gourmet Garage supplied the best restaurants in New York and other major cities with their most essential ingredients. The accessible gourmet food retailer now has five stores in New York City offering natural and organic produce and products to make healthy, delicious meals. Boasting restaurant-quality prepared foods, Gourmet Garage caters to on-the-go shoppers with the highest quality and convenient customer experience. Learn more at GourmetGarage.com.
About Self Point
Self Point is the leading digital transformation partner for supermarkets, specialty food retailers and consumer packaged goods brands. Serving as a change agent for the industry, the Self Point team supports food retailers’ transition to online, mobile and social media markets while elevating customer experience and loyalty. The Self Point technology suite integrates point of sale and retail catalogs into a mobile-first, custom-branded e-commerce experience within days. Self Point expands grocers’ competitive advantage by making shopping easy, convenient and more personalized, thereby increasing customer satisfaction and revenues. Founded in 2012, Self Point has a growing client base including Unilever Israel, Associated Supermarkets, Piggly Wiggly and more. Visit Self-Point.com to learn more. Reported by PRWeb 10 hours ago.
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5 Best Countries for an Exotic, Affordable Golfing Retirement—Internationalliving.com
Golfers who retire overseas to sunny, good-value locales can indulge their favorite hobby year-round and pay much less than they would in the States. In a new report, the editors at InternationalLiving.com explore five great retirement spots around the world where the golfing is top-notch.
BALTIMORE, Md. (PRWEB) August 07, 2018
“A much-cited advantage—and joy—of retirement is being able to spend your days as you see fit, indulging in your favorite passions, such as golf,” says International Living’s Executive Editor Jennifer Stevens. “That can prove to be a prohibitively expensive pastime in North America, but in the right places overseas, you can play a round for a fraction of the price back home.
“If sun-washed fairways, perfectly groomed greens, and chilled cocktails at the nineteenth hole bar after a leisurely round feature in your retirement fantasy, then you need to look for the retirement spots worldwide that offer great, and affordable, golf.”
International Living’s report delves into five locales for a great golfing retirement—Costa Rica, Portugal, Thailand, Mexico, and Ireland—each offering a different appeal.
Costa Rica
Costa Rica draws tourists from around the world who come to enjoy its golden-sand beaches, rainforests teeming with exotic life, and intoxicating culture. And, as the winner of the Global Retirement Index 2018, it draws plenty of expats seeking a better retirement and the laidback Pura Vida lifestyle.
But if you’re a keen golfer, there’s another reason to enjoy this Central American paradise. Costa Rica is an ideal spot for both the novice and advanced golfer. Not only are the conditions of the courses exceptional, but—compared to prices in the States—golf here is a bargain. Most green fees are well under $100, and if you live here, the rates can be even cheaper.
The larger resort courses, located in the northern Guanacaste region, are geared for the experienced golfer, and they come with pricier green fees. Courses centered around the capital, San José, are better suited for novice golfers.
Hacienda Pinilla, situated in Guanacaste, and minutes from the Pacific-coast beach town of Tamarindo, is a top priority for any golf enthusiast in Costa Rica.
One of a few hundred courses in the world that is certified by the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary, which encourages golf courses to be environmentally friendly, this 18-hole championship course hosts many national tournaments.
A couple can enjoy a rewarding retirement in Tamarindo on $2,500 a month.
Portugal
Portugal’s southernmost region, the Algarve, is known for its craggy cliffs, Atlantic beaches, whitewashed fishing villages and countless golf resorts.
Originally conceived in the 1980s as a world-class golfing venue, the resort town of Vilamoura offers elegant hotels, fine restaurants, and a large marina in addition to the pristine Praia da Falésia beach.
As one of Europe's best golfing destinations, Vilamoura offers a host of championship courses—the perfect spot for an enthusiastic golfer. There are six challenging courses in the Vilamoura Resort area, including the championship Victoria Golf Course, the Millennium Golf Course, the Pinhal Golf Course, and the Laguna Golf Course.
In the Algarve, a couple can live a fulfilling retirement on $2,400, or less.
Thailand
With more than 250 courses scattered throughout Thailand, it has fast become a golfer’s heaven. In fact, Thailand is riding high on the back of a golf-tourism explosion—a major boon for the country.
The resort city of Hua Hin, set on the Gulf of Thailand, has been a summer refuge for Thai kings and aristocracy since the 1920s. It’s the country’s original beach getaway.
But these days it’s a popular golfing area, too, with a huge selection of courses including the first-ever 18-hole course in Asia. Due to the competitive green fees, every golfer can enjoy the quality golf on offer.
Black Mountain Hua Hin is a championship course considered one of the most challenging in the country. It has won copious accolades and caters to players of all levels. The course is located just a few miles away from the center of Hua Hin.
Off the course, you can enjoy white-sand beaches lined with palm trees and seaside restaurants specializing in seafood.
Here, a couple can live well on $2,000 per month.
Mexico
On Mexico’s Riviera Maya you’ll find a couple dozen golf courses, many created by top designers like Jack Nicklaus, Greg Norman, and Robert Trent Jones. They are usually on the grounds of the large resorts in this region—standouts include El Camaleon Mayakoba, Vidanta, and Bahia Principe. You don’t have to be staying at the resort to play. There are also country clubs.
This region has a great climate year-round, similar to Florida and perfect for golf. It also has the added benefit of being close to the U.S.—a flight to Miami is just over an hour.
The major towns in this area—where the golf courses are located—include Cancún, Playa del Carmen, Akumal, Puerto Aventuras, Puerto Morelos, and Tulum. It’s about an hour and 20 minutes’ drive from the international airport in Cancún to Tulum, with all those other towns in between. So, wherever you happen to live you can easily reach any of the golf courses.
A monthly budget for a couple in Cancún runs at $2,000 per month.
Ireland
Lists of the top places to play golf consistently rank courses in Ireland among the world’s best. Home to 300 golf courses, it’s not surprising Ireland has many famous golfers such as Rory McIlroy, Padraig Harrington, and Paul McGinley.
Many courses here are laid out in classic style, “links,” which is marked by a seaside location and built on naturally undulating land. Another factor is the beautiful green countryside.
One of the best places to base yourself for golf in Ireland is Lahinch, a small seaside village on County Clare’s northwest coast. It’s a vacation resort and a surfing center, too. But golfers love its finely crafted links course.
The cost of living in Ireland can be a lot more affordable than you might think. In rural areas, rent on a two-bedroom property typically starts at less than $600 a month and utilities usually run about $100 a month.
More information, plus one extra golfing haven, can be found here: 5 Great Places for a Golfing Retirement
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About International Living
Since 1979, Internationaliving.com has been the leading authority for anyone looking for global retirement or relocation opportunities. Through its monthly magazine and related e-letters, extensive website, podcasts, online bookstore, and events held around the world, InternationalLiving.com provides information and services to help its readers live better, travel farther, have more fun, save more money, and find better business opportunities when they expand their world beyond their own shores. InternationalLiving.com has more than 200 correspondents traveling the globe, investigating the best opportunities for travel, retirement, real estate, and investment. Reported by PRWeb 10 hours ago.
BALTIMORE, Md. (PRWEB) August 07, 2018
“A much-cited advantage—and joy—of retirement is being able to spend your days as you see fit, indulging in your favorite passions, such as golf,” says International Living’s Executive Editor Jennifer Stevens. “That can prove to be a prohibitively expensive pastime in North America, but in the right places overseas, you can play a round for a fraction of the price back home.
“If sun-washed fairways, perfectly groomed greens, and chilled cocktails at the nineteenth hole bar after a leisurely round feature in your retirement fantasy, then you need to look for the retirement spots worldwide that offer great, and affordable, golf.”
International Living’s report delves into five locales for a great golfing retirement—Costa Rica, Portugal, Thailand, Mexico, and Ireland—each offering a different appeal.
Costa Rica
Costa Rica draws tourists from around the world who come to enjoy its golden-sand beaches, rainforests teeming with exotic life, and intoxicating culture. And, as the winner of the Global Retirement Index 2018, it draws plenty of expats seeking a better retirement and the laidback Pura Vida lifestyle.
But if you’re a keen golfer, there’s another reason to enjoy this Central American paradise. Costa Rica is an ideal spot for both the novice and advanced golfer. Not only are the conditions of the courses exceptional, but—compared to prices in the States—golf here is a bargain. Most green fees are well under $100, and if you live here, the rates can be even cheaper.
The larger resort courses, located in the northern Guanacaste region, are geared for the experienced golfer, and they come with pricier green fees. Courses centered around the capital, San José, are better suited for novice golfers.
Hacienda Pinilla, situated in Guanacaste, and minutes from the Pacific-coast beach town of Tamarindo, is a top priority for any golf enthusiast in Costa Rica.
One of a few hundred courses in the world that is certified by the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary, which encourages golf courses to be environmentally friendly, this 18-hole championship course hosts many national tournaments.
A couple can enjoy a rewarding retirement in Tamarindo on $2,500 a month.
Portugal
Portugal’s southernmost region, the Algarve, is known for its craggy cliffs, Atlantic beaches, whitewashed fishing villages and countless golf resorts.
Originally conceived in the 1980s as a world-class golfing venue, the resort town of Vilamoura offers elegant hotels, fine restaurants, and a large marina in addition to the pristine Praia da Falésia beach.
As one of Europe's best golfing destinations, Vilamoura offers a host of championship courses—the perfect spot for an enthusiastic golfer. There are six challenging courses in the Vilamoura Resort area, including the championship Victoria Golf Course, the Millennium Golf Course, the Pinhal Golf Course, and the Laguna Golf Course.
In the Algarve, a couple can live a fulfilling retirement on $2,400, or less.
Thailand
With more than 250 courses scattered throughout Thailand, it has fast become a golfer’s heaven. In fact, Thailand is riding high on the back of a golf-tourism explosion—a major boon for the country.
The resort city of Hua Hin, set on the Gulf of Thailand, has been a summer refuge for Thai kings and aristocracy since the 1920s. It’s the country’s original beach getaway.
But these days it’s a popular golfing area, too, with a huge selection of courses including the first-ever 18-hole course in Asia. Due to the competitive green fees, every golfer can enjoy the quality golf on offer.
Black Mountain Hua Hin is a championship course considered one of the most challenging in the country. It has won copious accolades and caters to players of all levels. The course is located just a few miles away from the center of Hua Hin.
Off the course, you can enjoy white-sand beaches lined with palm trees and seaside restaurants specializing in seafood.
Here, a couple can live well on $2,000 per month.
Mexico
On Mexico’s Riviera Maya you’ll find a couple dozen golf courses, many created by top designers like Jack Nicklaus, Greg Norman, and Robert Trent Jones. They are usually on the grounds of the large resorts in this region—standouts include El Camaleon Mayakoba, Vidanta, and Bahia Principe. You don’t have to be staying at the resort to play. There are also country clubs.
This region has a great climate year-round, similar to Florida and perfect for golf. It also has the added benefit of being close to the U.S.—a flight to Miami is just over an hour.
The major towns in this area—where the golf courses are located—include Cancún, Playa del Carmen, Akumal, Puerto Aventuras, Puerto Morelos, and Tulum. It’s about an hour and 20 minutes’ drive from the international airport in Cancún to Tulum, with all those other towns in between. So, wherever you happen to live you can easily reach any of the golf courses.
A monthly budget for a couple in Cancún runs at $2,000 per month.
Ireland
Lists of the top places to play golf consistently rank courses in Ireland among the world’s best. Home to 300 golf courses, it’s not surprising Ireland has many famous golfers such as Rory McIlroy, Padraig Harrington, and Paul McGinley.
Many courses here are laid out in classic style, “links,” which is marked by a seaside location and built on naturally undulating land. Another factor is the beautiful green countryside.
One of the best places to base yourself for golf in Ireland is Lahinch, a small seaside village on County Clare’s northwest coast. It’s a vacation resort and a surfing center, too. But golfers love its finely crafted links course.
The cost of living in Ireland can be a lot more affordable than you might think. In rural areas, rent on a two-bedroom property typically starts at less than $600 a month and utilities usually run about $100 a month.
More information, plus one extra golfing haven, can be found here: 5 Great Places for a Golfing Retirement
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Firefox’s latest experiment recommends stories based on your browsing history
Firefox is launching a new experimental browser extension called Advance, which recommends new websites and articles based on what you’re currently reading and your recent browsing history.There are two parts to Advance: a “Read Next” section, which recommends related articles based on your current tab, and a broader “For You” section, which uses your recent history to populate its recommendations. In an example, Firefox said that when browsing, say, a list of popular restaurants, Advance could recommend other, similar eateries to make it easier for you to compare them.
Image: Firefox
All the recommendations are personalized to the specific user, unlike the company’s sponsored Pocket integration, which shows a mix... Reported by The Verge 10 hours ago.
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Motorcycles on Autotrader Now Offers Motorcycle History Reports, Shoppers Peace of Mind, with Cyclechex
*NEW YORK, NY / ACCESSWIRE / August 7, 2018 / *iMobile Solutions, Inc., a subsidiary of Sparta Commercial Services, Inc. (OTC PINK: SRCO), today announced that, to help provide shoppers with peace of mind, Motorcycles on Autotrader, an Autotrader offering with online classifieds for new and used motorcycles, and other resources for enthusiasts, now gives consumers easy access to Motorcycle History Reports through Cyclechex on the majority of its dealer and private seller listings. Like any major purchase, shopping for a motorcycle requires research, including pricing, available inventory and vehicle condition, if previously owned. However, without a vehicle's history, buyers don't have the full view of a motorcycle's history.
''Working with Cyclechex, our motorcycle shoppers now have even more valuable information to help make an informed purchase decision,'' said Thomas Wadley, product manager for Motorcycles on Autotrader. ''Investing in a vehicle history report could make or break a purchase decision, helping prevent headaches down the road.''
Cyclechex Motorcycle History Reports include the motorcycle's title brand history, any reported odometer readings, whether the motorcycle has been reported as ''salvage'' or a ''total loss'' by an insurance company, reports from vehicle recyclers who may have handled the motorcycle, vehicle specifications, access to the manufacturer's recall history, and more.
''Our Motorcycle History Report has proven to be an invaluable source of information for people who are considering the purchase of a used motorcycle,'' said Anthony Havens, president of iMobile Solutions, Inc. ''With our exciting new relationship with Motorcycles on Autotrader, and the trust they instill in the marketplace, we're anticipating another major milestone for Cyclechex and its ability to reach a broader consumer market for our product.''
For more information on this new offering, visit Motorcycles on Autotrader at www.motorcycles.autotrader.com, or Cyclechex at www.cyclechex.com.
*About Cyclechex*
Cyclechex (www.cyclechex.com) is a product offered by iMobile Solutions, Inc. providing comprehensive vehicle title history reports to consumers, dealers, insurance companies, credit unions and more. The reports are trusted by industry professionals to provide timely and thorough title history reports. iMobile Solutions' other motor vehicle markets served are recreational vehicles (RV's) www.rvchecks.com and commercial or heavy-duty trucks www.truckchex.com.
*About Sparta Commercial Services, Inc.*
Sparta Commercial Services, Inc. (www.spartacommercial.com), through its subsidiary, iMobile Solutions, Inc., provides comprehensive vehicle title history reports to dealers, insurance companies, credit unions and consumers. Sparta, via its iMobileApp product (www.imobileapp.com), has also become a leader in developing and servicing custom mobile apps for a wide range of businesses including restaurants, liquor stores, racetracks, and clubs; as well as vehicle dealerships including Harley-Davidson® and John Deere. Other mobile communications products offered by Sparta include website design, development, hosting and SEO services, and a text messaging and alert service. Sparta's Municipal Leasing Division (www.spartamunicipal.com) offers and administers a specialized municipal leasing program for local and state agencies with jurisdictions seeking a better way to finance their growing essential equipment needs such as police motorcycles and cruisers, EMS equipment and busses, and any type of equipment a municipality requires.
*About Autotrader*
Autotrader is the most visited third-party car shopping site, with the most engaged audience of in-market shoppers. As the foremost authority on automotive consumer insights and expert in online and mobile marketing, Autotrader makes the car shopping experience easy and fun for today's empowered consumer looking to find or sell the perfect new, used or Certified Pre-Owned car. Using technology, shopper insights and local market guidance, Autotrader's comprehensive marketing solutions guide dealers to personalized digital marketing strategies that grow brand, drive traffic and connect the online and in-store shopping experience. Autotrader is a Cox Automotive™ brand. Cox Automotive is a subsidiary of Cox Enterprises. For more information, please visit http://press.autotrader.com.
*About Cox Automotive*
Cox Automotive Inc. makes buying, selling and owning cars easier for everyone. The global company's 34,000-plus team members and family of brands, including Autotrader ^®, Dealer.com^®, Dealertrack^®, Kelley Blue Book^®, Manheim^®, NextGear Capital^®, VinSolutions ^®, vAuto^® and Xtime^®,^are passionate about helping millions of car shoppers, 40,000 auto dealer clients across five continents and many others throughout the automotive industry thrive for generations to come. Cox Automotive is a subsidiary of Cox Enterprises Inc., a privately-owned, Atlanta-based company with revenues exceeding $20 billion. Visit coxautoinc.com.
*Forward-Looking Statements*
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Such statements are valid only as of today and we disclaim any obligation to update this information. Actual results may differ significantly from management's expectations. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that include, among others, risks related to potential future losses, competition, financing and commercial agreements and strategic alliances, seasonality, potential fluctuations in operating results and rate of growth, management of potential growth, system interruption, consumer and industry trends, limited operating history, and government regulation. In light of the significant uncertainties inherent in the forward-looking statements included herein, the inclusion of such information should not be regarded as a representation by the Company or any other person that the objectives and plans of the Company will be achieved. Further information regarding these and other risks is described from time to time in the Company's filings with the SEC, which are available on its website at: http://www.sec.gov.
*Company Contact:*
Sandra L. Ahman
Corporate Secretary
Sparta Commercial Services, Inc.
sandy@spartacommercial.com
800-882-0778
*SOURCE:* Sparta Commercial Services, Inc. Reported by Accesswire 10 hours ago.
''Working with Cyclechex, our motorcycle shoppers now have even more valuable information to help make an informed purchase decision,'' said Thomas Wadley, product manager for Motorcycles on Autotrader. ''Investing in a vehicle history report could make or break a purchase decision, helping prevent headaches down the road.''
Cyclechex Motorcycle History Reports include the motorcycle's title brand history, any reported odometer readings, whether the motorcycle has been reported as ''salvage'' or a ''total loss'' by an insurance company, reports from vehicle recyclers who may have handled the motorcycle, vehicle specifications, access to the manufacturer's recall history, and more.
''Our Motorcycle History Report has proven to be an invaluable source of information for people who are considering the purchase of a used motorcycle,'' said Anthony Havens, president of iMobile Solutions, Inc. ''With our exciting new relationship with Motorcycles on Autotrader, and the trust they instill in the marketplace, we're anticipating another major milestone for Cyclechex and its ability to reach a broader consumer market for our product.''
For more information on this new offering, visit Motorcycles on Autotrader at www.motorcycles.autotrader.com, or Cyclechex at www.cyclechex.com.
*About Cyclechex*
Cyclechex (www.cyclechex.com) is a product offered by iMobile Solutions, Inc. providing comprehensive vehicle title history reports to consumers, dealers, insurance companies, credit unions and more. The reports are trusted by industry professionals to provide timely and thorough title history reports. iMobile Solutions' other motor vehicle markets served are recreational vehicles (RV's) www.rvchecks.com and commercial or heavy-duty trucks www.truckchex.com.
*About Sparta Commercial Services, Inc.*
Sparta Commercial Services, Inc. (www.spartacommercial.com), through its subsidiary, iMobile Solutions, Inc., provides comprehensive vehicle title history reports to dealers, insurance companies, credit unions and consumers. Sparta, via its iMobileApp product (www.imobileapp.com), has also become a leader in developing and servicing custom mobile apps for a wide range of businesses including restaurants, liquor stores, racetracks, and clubs; as well as vehicle dealerships including Harley-Davidson® and John Deere. Other mobile communications products offered by Sparta include website design, development, hosting and SEO services, and a text messaging and alert service. Sparta's Municipal Leasing Division (www.spartamunicipal.com) offers and administers a specialized municipal leasing program for local and state agencies with jurisdictions seeking a better way to finance their growing essential equipment needs such as police motorcycles and cruisers, EMS equipment and busses, and any type of equipment a municipality requires.
*About Autotrader*
Autotrader is the most visited third-party car shopping site, with the most engaged audience of in-market shoppers. As the foremost authority on automotive consumer insights and expert in online and mobile marketing, Autotrader makes the car shopping experience easy and fun for today's empowered consumer looking to find or sell the perfect new, used or Certified Pre-Owned car. Using technology, shopper insights and local market guidance, Autotrader's comprehensive marketing solutions guide dealers to personalized digital marketing strategies that grow brand, drive traffic and connect the online and in-store shopping experience. Autotrader is a Cox Automotive™ brand. Cox Automotive is a subsidiary of Cox Enterprises. For more information, please visit http://press.autotrader.com.
*About Cox Automotive*
Cox Automotive Inc. makes buying, selling and owning cars easier for everyone. The global company's 34,000-plus team members and family of brands, including Autotrader ^®, Dealer.com^®, Dealertrack^®, Kelley Blue Book^®, Manheim^®, NextGear Capital^®, VinSolutions ^®, vAuto^® and Xtime^®,^are passionate about helping millions of car shoppers, 40,000 auto dealer clients across five continents and many others throughout the automotive industry thrive for generations to come. Cox Automotive is a subsidiary of Cox Enterprises Inc., a privately-owned, Atlanta-based company with revenues exceeding $20 billion. Visit coxautoinc.com.
*Forward-Looking Statements*
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Such statements are valid only as of today and we disclaim any obligation to update this information. Actual results may differ significantly from management's expectations. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that include, among others, risks related to potential future losses, competition, financing and commercial agreements and strategic alliances, seasonality, potential fluctuations in operating results and rate of growth, management of potential growth, system interruption, consumer and industry trends, limited operating history, and government regulation. In light of the significant uncertainties inherent in the forward-looking statements included herein, the inclusion of such information should not be regarded as a representation by the Company or any other person that the objectives and plans of the Company will be achieved. Further information regarding these and other risks is described from time to time in the Company's filings with the SEC, which are available on its website at: http://www.sec.gov.
*Company Contact:*
Sandra L. Ahman
Corporate Secretary
Sparta Commercial Services, Inc.
sandy@spartacommercial.com
800-882-0778
*SOURCE:* Sparta Commercial Services, Inc. Reported by Accesswire 10 hours ago.
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These kinds of restaurants are in talks for Skanska's food hall in downtown Houston
"They won’t be your typical chain restaurants or anything like that."
Reported by bizjournals 10 hours ago.
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Uberall Collaborates with TripAdvisor to Help Businesses & Hospitality Brands Better Manage their Digital Footprint
With Uberall, customers can manage their business locations and monitor customer reviews in a single, centralized platform
SAN FRANCISCO (PRWEB) August 07, 2018
Uberall, Inc., the location marketing solution for businesses competing to attract and win local brick-and-mortar customers, today announced a new collaboration with TripAdvisor, the world’s largest travel site. The collaboration enables integration of TripAdvisor with the Engage product on the Uberall Location Marketing Cloud allowing customers to monitor their TripAdvisor reviews across all of their locations at once.
“TripAdvisor offers the world’s largest selection of travel listings, guiding millions of consumers on where to stay, what to do and where to eat,” said Josha Benner, CRO and Co-founder of Uberall, Inc. “Regardless of a company’s size, per location reputation is everything. We are excited to provide our users with access to their TripAdvisor listings, allowing them to monitor reviews – ultimately safeguarding customer loyalty.”
Uberall empowers businesses to maximize their digital brand footprint while driving new and existing customers directly to their doors. Its flagship Location Marketing Cloud solution creates a consistent, engaging brand ecosystem, connecting businesses with consumers at the precise moment they are ready to buy. Through the Uberall Location Marketing Cloud, and the brand-new TripAdvisor integration, businesses can track, monitor and evaluate their online reputation for each of their locations on TripAdvisor, empowering them to respond to customer reviews in real-time and hyper-locally. Uberall customers will receive access to their TripAdvisor reviews from the past three years.
Uberall was founded to bridge the gap between online search and in-store purchases. In today’s digital world, 88% of all consumers first search for products and services locally online before purchasing in-store. If a business does not have a consistent, rich, engaging digital brand footprint and a positive compelling reputation, buyers will never know they exist—nor will they trust the available information or the business. The Uberall solution provides a consistent, accurate online presence and ecosystem that helps capture new business and support revenue growth.
"Millions of travelers turn to TripAdvisor each month to read reviews and gather hotel, restaurant, and activity recommendations for their next vacation,” said Evan Becker, Head of Restaurant Commerce, TripAdvisor. "Our new integration with Uberall gives business owners an additional way to stay on top of TripAdvisor customer reviews, ultimately helping to support and accelerate their discoverability online.”
A growing number of well-known brands from different industries use Uberall, including KFC, McDonald’s DE, Domino’s, DHL Group, Virgin Holidays, ThyssenKrupp, and HUK Coburg, as well as distribution partners including 1&1 Internet, one.com, and Sensis.
For more information on please visit: http://m.uberall.com/Tripadvisorsignup.
About Uberall, Inc.
Uberall is a leading Location Marketing solution company, providing global Enterprise businesses with a single, powerful, and streamlined point of control over their entire brand ecosystem—amplifying online brand, boosting traffic, and driving in-store sales. Uberall helps businesses manage their online presence, reputation and interactions in real-time—using powerful micro-moments to connect with consumers across all mobile, voice, and desktop platforms—including websites, store locators, search engines, maps, GPS, social platforms, and apps. Founded in 2013, the Uberall Location Marketing Cloud platform is widely used by businesses all over the world, and features products including; Control Center, Listings, Engage, Locator+Pages and Ads—all of which use the latest technology in listings and reputation management, locator-as-a-service, and personalized geo-targeted advertising.
Visit us at http://www.uberall.com
About TripAdvisor
TripAdvisor, the world's largest travel site*, enables travelers to unleash the full potential of every trip. With over 630 million reviews and opinions covering the world's largest selection of travel listings worldwide – covering approximately 7.5 million accommodations, airlines, experiences, and restaurants – TripAdvisor provides travelers with the wisdom of the crowds to help them decide where to stay, how to fly, what to do and where to eat. TripAdvisor also compares prices from more than 200 hotel booking sites so travelers can find the lowest price on the hotel that's right for them. TripAdvisor-branded sites are available in 49 markets, and are home to the world's largest travel community of 455 million average monthly unique visitors**, all looking to get the most out of every trip. TripAdvisor: Know better. Book better. Go better.
The subsidiaries and affiliates of TripAdvisor, Inc. (NASDAQ:TRIP) own and operate a portfolio of websites and businesses, including more than 20 travel media brands:
http://www.airfarewatchdog.com, http://www.bokun.io, http://www.bookingbuddy.com, http://www.citymaps.com, http://www.cruisecritic.com, http://www.familyvacationcritic.com, http://www.flipkey.com, http://www.thefork.com (including http://www.lafourchette.com, http://www.eltenedor.com, http://www.iens.nl and http://www.dimmi.com.au), http://www.gateguru.com, http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk, http://www.holidaywatchdog.com, http://www.housetrip.com, http://www.jetsetter.com, http://www.niumba.com, http://www.onetime.com, http://www.oyster.com, http://www.seatguru.com, http://www.smartertravel.com, http://www.tingo.com, http://www.vacationhomerentals.com and http://www.viator.com.· Source: comScore Media Metrix for TripAdvisor Sites, worldwide, October 2017
** Source: TripAdvisor log files, average monthly unique visitors, Q3 2017 Reported by PRWeb 9 hours ago.
SAN FRANCISCO (PRWEB) August 07, 2018
Uberall, Inc., the location marketing solution for businesses competing to attract and win local brick-and-mortar customers, today announced a new collaboration with TripAdvisor, the world’s largest travel site. The collaboration enables integration of TripAdvisor with the Engage product on the Uberall Location Marketing Cloud allowing customers to monitor their TripAdvisor reviews across all of their locations at once.
“TripAdvisor offers the world’s largest selection of travel listings, guiding millions of consumers on where to stay, what to do and where to eat,” said Josha Benner, CRO and Co-founder of Uberall, Inc. “Regardless of a company’s size, per location reputation is everything. We are excited to provide our users with access to their TripAdvisor listings, allowing them to monitor reviews – ultimately safeguarding customer loyalty.”
Uberall empowers businesses to maximize their digital brand footprint while driving new and existing customers directly to their doors. Its flagship Location Marketing Cloud solution creates a consistent, engaging brand ecosystem, connecting businesses with consumers at the precise moment they are ready to buy. Through the Uberall Location Marketing Cloud, and the brand-new TripAdvisor integration, businesses can track, monitor and evaluate their online reputation for each of their locations on TripAdvisor, empowering them to respond to customer reviews in real-time and hyper-locally. Uberall customers will receive access to their TripAdvisor reviews from the past three years.
Uberall was founded to bridge the gap between online search and in-store purchases. In today’s digital world, 88% of all consumers first search for products and services locally online before purchasing in-store. If a business does not have a consistent, rich, engaging digital brand footprint and a positive compelling reputation, buyers will never know they exist—nor will they trust the available information or the business. The Uberall solution provides a consistent, accurate online presence and ecosystem that helps capture new business and support revenue growth.
"Millions of travelers turn to TripAdvisor each month to read reviews and gather hotel, restaurant, and activity recommendations for their next vacation,” said Evan Becker, Head of Restaurant Commerce, TripAdvisor. "Our new integration with Uberall gives business owners an additional way to stay on top of TripAdvisor customer reviews, ultimately helping to support and accelerate their discoverability online.”
A growing number of well-known brands from different industries use Uberall, including KFC, McDonald’s DE, Domino’s, DHL Group, Virgin Holidays, ThyssenKrupp, and HUK Coburg, as well as distribution partners including 1&1 Internet, one.com, and Sensis.
For more information on please visit: http://m.uberall.com/Tripadvisorsignup.
About Uberall, Inc.
Uberall is a leading Location Marketing solution company, providing global Enterprise businesses with a single, powerful, and streamlined point of control over their entire brand ecosystem—amplifying online brand, boosting traffic, and driving in-store sales. Uberall helps businesses manage their online presence, reputation and interactions in real-time—using powerful micro-moments to connect with consumers across all mobile, voice, and desktop platforms—including websites, store locators, search engines, maps, GPS, social platforms, and apps. Founded in 2013, the Uberall Location Marketing Cloud platform is widely used by businesses all over the world, and features products including; Control Center, Listings, Engage, Locator+Pages and Ads—all of which use the latest technology in listings and reputation management, locator-as-a-service, and personalized geo-targeted advertising.
Visit us at http://www.uberall.com
About TripAdvisor
TripAdvisor, the world's largest travel site*, enables travelers to unleash the full potential of every trip. With over 630 million reviews and opinions covering the world's largest selection of travel listings worldwide – covering approximately 7.5 million accommodations, airlines, experiences, and restaurants – TripAdvisor provides travelers with the wisdom of the crowds to help them decide where to stay, how to fly, what to do and where to eat. TripAdvisor also compares prices from more than 200 hotel booking sites so travelers can find the lowest price on the hotel that's right for them. TripAdvisor-branded sites are available in 49 markets, and are home to the world's largest travel community of 455 million average monthly unique visitors**, all looking to get the most out of every trip. TripAdvisor: Know better. Book better. Go better.
The subsidiaries and affiliates of TripAdvisor, Inc. (NASDAQ:TRIP) own and operate a portfolio of websites and businesses, including more than 20 travel media brands:
http://www.airfarewatchdog.com, http://www.bokun.io, http://www.bookingbuddy.com, http://www.citymaps.com, http://www.cruisecritic.com, http://www.familyvacationcritic.com, http://www.flipkey.com, http://www.thefork.com (including http://www.lafourchette.com, http://www.eltenedor.com, http://www.iens.nl and http://www.dimmi.com.au), http://www.gateguru.com, http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk, http://www.holidaywatchdog.com, http://www.housetrip.com, http://www.jetsetter.com, http://www.niumba.com, http://www.onetime.com, http://www.oyster.com, http://www.seatguru.com, http://www.smartertravel.com, http://www.tingo.com, http://www.vacationhomerentals.com and http://www.viator.com.· Source: comScore Media Metrix for TripAdvisor Sites, worldwide, October 2017
** Source: TripAdvisor log files, average monthly unique visitors, Q3 2017 Reported by PRWeb 9 hours ago.
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Luke Johnson among bidders for collapsed Gaucho chain
Hospitality mogul Luke Johnson has emerged as one of the bidders for steak restaurant chain Gaucho, after the group went into administration last month.Johnson, who is currently chair of Patisserie Valerie, is among a small number of prospective buyers which also includes buyout firm Carlyle and investor Aurelius Equity Opportunities, Sky News reported.
His investment career has spanned several household names in the hospitality and leisure industry, including Pizza Express and Giraffe.
Johnson was also chair of Gaucho from April 2016 until November last year, when he was replaced by former Asda chief executive Paul Mason.
Gaucho's sale is being overseen by Deloitte, which will seek to find a new owner for the core chain of restaurants after former advisers KPMG were unable to sell the larger group, which included the Cau brand. All Cau restaurants have now closed.
Other bidders previously tied to the process included restaurateur Hugh Osmond, Johnson's former Pizza Express business partner. However Osmond is not understood to be an active bidder in the current phase.
Meanwhile Gaucho's former owner Equistone Partners, which paid £100m for a cut of the business in 2016, is not thought to be trying to buy it back at this stage.
*Read more*: Gaucho's future at stake as bidders circle restaurant group Reported by City A.M. 8 hours ago.
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Bon Appétit tags Portland, Maine, City of the Year for food
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — One of the most widely read food magazines says there’s no better U.S. city for restaurants than Portland, Maine. Bon Appétit published an article on its website on Tuesday that declared Maine’s largest city the 2018 Restaurant City of the Year. Deputy editor Andrew Knowlton wrote the article, which says the […]
Reported by Seattle Times 7 hours ago.
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Paciugo Gelato Caffe Acquired by Dallas-based Sinelli Concepts International
Founder of Genghis Grill, Which Wich Purchases Italian Gelato Franchise, Invests in Growth of Brand
DALLAS (PRWEB) August 07, 2018
Sinelli Concepts International has purchased Paciugo, a nearly 20-year-old Italian gelato franchise concept based in Dallas. Under the terms of the acquisition, Sinelli Concepts International takes ownership of the 32 locations spanning 10 states in the Paciugo franchise system. Jeff Sinelli, founder of Sinelli Concepts International brings his industry expertise and innovative energy to grow the brand.
“Paciugo has established a solid reputation for quality and has delighted families for almost two decades. Our team is looking forward to sharing the Paciugo experience in even more markets in the years ahead,” said Sinelli. “I am proud of my roots here in Dallas and excited to invest in growing this Dallas-based company and supporting the men and women who make up the Paciugo system.”
Paciugo, which was founded in 2000 based on a secret family gelato recipe and comes from an Italian phrase meaning “messy concoction,” is the largest artisanal gelato chain in the United States with more than 30 franchised and licensed locations. The company is interested in both single- and multi-unit franchise operators and offers flexible real estate footprint options ranging from 120 to 1400 square feet. Paciguo’s artisanal gelato is natural and made by hand daily, incorporating fresh fruits and Italian chocolates for more than 400 gelato flavor combinations. The company also offers additional products spanning a variety of dayparts such as gelato pops, ice cream sandwiches, macarons, smoothies, shakes, coffee, pastries and more while also providing catering options for large orders. In 2017, Paciugo sold more than 3.5 million cups and 75,000 take home packs throughout the U.S.
“With Paciugo, we are giving our guests the chance to experience the incomparable flavor of authentic Italian gelato in a variety of ways that make it the perfect treat to enjoy with family, friends or as a treat for yourself either in our cafes, on the go or to enjoy at home,” said Sinelli.
While Sinelli Concepts International begins work on expanding the presence of Paciugo in markets across the country, the company will continue to own and operate Which Wich Superior Sandwiches independently.
For more information on Paciugo Gelato Caffe and to learn more about franchise opportunities, visit https://paciugo.com/.
ABOUT SINELLI CONCEPTS INTERNATIONAL:
Sinelli Concepts International, based in Dallas, Texas, has more than 500 restaurants and businesses operating across the U.S. and in more than a dozen countries. Founded in 1997 by restaurant entrepreneur, Jeff Sinelli, the company has launched successful concepts such as Genghis Grill in 1997, Which Wich Superior Sandwiches in 2003, Burguesa Burger in 2007, and acquired and sold Submarina of California in 2017. A global leader in branding and entrepreneurial innovation, Sinelli Concepts International is currently developing concepts across industries including restaurants, food trucks, beverages, coffee, real estate, hospitality, speaking and events, branding and more. Reported by PRWeb 7 hours ago.
DALLAS (PRWEB) August 07, 2018
Sinelli Concepts International has purchased Paciugo, a nearly 20-year-old Italian gelato franchise concept based in Dallas. Under the terms of the acquisition, Sinelli Concepts International takes ownership of the 32 locations spanning 10 states in the Paciugo franchise system. Jeff Sinelli, founder of Sinelli Concepts International brings his industry expertise and innovative energy to grow the brand.
“Paciugo has established a solid reputation for quality and has delighted families for almost two decades. Our team is looking forward to sharing the Paciugo experience in even more markets in the years ahead,” said Sinelli. “I am proud of my roots here in Dallas and excited to invest in growing this Dallas-based company and supporting the men and women who make up the Paciugo system.”
Paciugo, which was founded in 2000 based on a secret family gelato recipe and comes from an Italian phrase meaning “messy concoction,” is the largest artisanal gelato chain in the United States with more than 30 franchised and licensed locations. The company is interested in both single- and multi-unit franchise operators and offers flexible real estate footprint options ranging from 120 to 1400 square feet. Paciguo’s artisanal gelato is natural and made by hand daily, incorporating fresh fruits and Italian chocolates for more than 400 gelato flavor combinations. The company also offers additional products spanning a variety of dayparts such as gelato pops, ice cream sandwiches, macarons, smoothies, shakes, coffee, pastries and more while also providing catering options for large orders. In 2017, Paciugo sold more than 3.5 million cups and 75,000 take home packs throughout the U.S.
“With Paciugo, we are giving our guests the chance to experience the incomparable flavor of authentic Italian gelato in a variety of ways that make it the perfect treat to enjoy with family, friends or as a treat for yourself either in our cafes, on the go or to enjoy at home,” said Sinelli.
While Sinelli Concepts International begins work on expanding the presence of Paciugo in markets across the country, the company will continue to own and operate Which Wich Superior Sandwiches independently.
For more information on Paciugo Gelato Caffe and to learn more about franchise opportunities, visit https://paciugo.com/.
ABOUT SINELLI CONCEPTS INTERNATIONAL:
Sinelli Concepts International, based in Dallas, Texas, has more than 500 restaurants and businesses operating across the U.S. and in more than a dozen countries. Founded in 1997 by restaurant entrepreneur, Jeff Sinelli, the company has launched successful concepts such as Genghis Grill in 1997, Which Wich Superior Sandwiches in 2003, Burguesa Burger in 2007, and acquired and sold Submarina of California in 2017. A global leader in branding and entrepreneurial innovation, Sinelli Concepts International is currently developing concepts across industries including restaurants, food trucks, beverages, coffee, real estate, hospitality, speaking and events, branding and more. Reported by PRWeb 7 hours ago.
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IKEA U.S. Celebrates 75 Years With In-Store Event At IKEA Stores Nationwide
August 18-19, 2018, IKEA FAMILY members are invited to a weekend full of activities and giveaways to celebrate 75 years of IKEA
CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa. (PRWEB) August 07, 2018
IKEA U.S. is inviting IKEA FAMILY members and friends to participate in the IKEA 75th Anniversary Celebration, taking place in IKEA stores nationwide* on Saturday, August 18, 2018 and Sunday, August 19, 2018 9:30 am – 4:00 pm. Since its founding, IKEA has sought to enable a better life at home for all, with the belief that furniture can be affordable without sacrificing quality, design and sustainability. The IKEA 75th anniversary is a time to celebrate these accomplishments and look eagerly towards the future.
During the weekend-long event, IKEA FAMILY members and shoppers will be able to participate in fun activities and giveaways while they shop timeless favorites from the 50s and 60s in the classic GRATULERA** collection – a special collection resurrecting some of the most popular IKEA products from over the years using the latest production methods and technologies.
“We’re so excited to celebrate this major milestone with our IKEA FAMILY members,” said Wanda Fisher, Regional Marketing Manager, IKEA U.S. “During this event, we celebrate 75 years of affordability and quality with special activities and giveaways for all members.”
Designed to reward IKEA FAMILY members and celebrate 75 years of IKEA, the anniversary celebration will include the following in-store offerings***:· IKEA Food Offers: From 2:00 – 4:00 pm on Saturday and Sunday, there will be a sampling on free food and drinks in IKEA Restaurants**** and customers can enjoy buy one, get one free offers on desserts.
· In-Store Activities: Customers of all ages can celebrate the occasion with crafts and activities throughout the weekend.
· IKEA FAMILY Giveaway*****: The early bird gets the worm! The first 75 IKEA FAMILY members at each store on Saturday, August 18 will receive a $20 gift card.
· Play to Win: Throughout the weekend, IKEA FAMILY members can spin a wheel or roll the dice to win special IKEA prizes.
· IKEA FAMILY “Scan to Win” Sweepstakes: IKEA FAMILY members can scan their membership card at a kiosk, check-out or IKEA Restaurant for a chance to win a $75 IKEA gift card (10 winners per local IKEA store). Plus, one IKEA FAMILY member who scans their card will win the grand prize, a $750 gift card.
For more information on the IKEA 75th Anniversary Celebration event and specific activities and offers, please visit your local store’s website.
Beyond this one-weekend special event, IKEA shoppers can continue to get more out of each IKEA store visit by becoming an IKEA FAMILY member. The no-cost membership includes perks like special discounts, gift card giveaway entries with each purchase, complimentary coffee and tea in the IKEA Restaurant, and more. During the Back to College event, shoppers will have the opportunity to sign up for the ongoing rewards program.
About IKEA
Since its 1943 founding in Sweden, IKEA has offered home furnishings of good design and function at low prices. The IKEA Group operates 363 IKEA stores in 29 countries, including 48 in the U.S. IKEA incorporates sustainability into day-to-day business and supports initiatives that benefit children and the environment. For more information see IKEA-USA.com, @IKEAUSANews, @IKEAUSA or IKEAUSA on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram and Pinterest.
DISCLAIMER
*IKEA Paramus will not be participating in the “IKEA 75th Anniversary Event” on Sunday, August 19, but will host all other activities/offers on Saturday, August 18. All other stores are participating.
** 50-60s products from the GRATULERA collection will be available in stores starting August 15.
*** Offers valid August 18 - August 19, 2018 at participating US stores only, while supplies last. Activities and offerings vary by store. Visit local store websites for a full listing of events, activities, and offers.
**** IKEA Carson will not be participating in IKEA Food offers.
**** See your local store for complete gift card giveaway rules and regulations. Gift card line up begins Saturday, August 18 at 9:00 am. Reported by PRWeb 7 hours ago.
CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa. (PRWEB) August 07, 2018
IKEA U.S. is inviting IKEA FAMILY members and friends to participate in the IKEA 75th Anniversary Celebration, taking place in IKEA stores nationwide* on Saturday, August 18, 2018 and Sunday, August 19, 2018 9:30 am – 4:00 pm. Since its founding, IKEA has sought to enable a better life at home for all, with the belief that furniture can be affordable without sacrificing quality, design and sustainability. The IKEA 75th anniversary is a time to celebrate these accomplishments and look eagerly towards the future.
During the weekend-long event, IKEA FAMILY members and shoppers will be able to participate in fun activities and giveaways while they shop timeless favorites from the 50s and 60s in the classic GRATULERA** collection – a special collection resurrecting some of the most popular IKEA products from over the years using the latest production methods and technologies.
“We’re so excited to celebrate this major milestone with our IKEA FAMILY members,” said Wanda Fisher, Regional Marketing Manager, IKEA U.S. “During this event, we celebrate 75 years of affordability and quality with special activities and giveaways for all members.”
Designed to reward IKEA FAMILY members and celebrate 75 years of IKEA, the anniversary celebration will include the following in-store offerings***:· IKEA Food Offers: From 2:00 – 4:00 pm on Saturday and Sunday, there will be a sampling on free food and drinks in IKEA Restaurants**** and customers can enjoy buy one, get one free offers on desserts.
· In-Store Activities: Customers of all ages can celebrate the occasion with crafts and activities throughout the weekend.
· IKEA FAMILY Giveaway*****: The early bird gets the worm! The first 75 IKEA FAMILY members at each store on Saturday, August 18 will receive a $20 gift card.
· Play to Win: Throughout the weekend, IKEA FAMILY members can spin a wheel or roll the dice to win special IKEA prizes.
· IKEA FAMILY “Scan to Win” Sweepstakes: IKEA FAMILY members can scan their membership card at a kiosk, check-out or IKEA Restaurant for a chance to win a $75 IKEA gift card (10 winners per local IKEA store). Plus, one IKEA FAMILY member who scans their card will win the grand prize, a $750 gift card.
For more information on the IKEA 75th Anniversary Celebration event and specific activities and offers, please visit your local store’s website.
Beyond this one-weekend special event, IKEA shoppers can continue to get more out of each IKEA store visit by becoming an IKEA FAMILY member. The no-cost membership includes perks like special discounts, gift card giveaway entries with each purchase, complimentary coffee and tea in the IKEA Restaurant, and more. During the Back to College event, shoppers will have the opportunity to sign up for the ongoing rewards program.
About IKEA
Since its 1943 founding in Sweden, IKEA has offered home furnishings of good design and function at low prices. The IKEA Group operates 363 IKEA stores in 29 countries, including 48 in the U.S. IKEA incorporates sustainability into day-to-day business and supports initiatives that benefit children and the environment. For more information see IKEA-USA.com, @IKEAUSANews, @IKEAUSA or IKEAUSA on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram and Pinterest.
DISCLAIMER
*IKEA Paramus will not be participating in the “IKEA 75th Anniversary Event” on Sunday, August 19, but will host all other activities/offers on Saturday, August 18. All other stores are participating.
** 50-60s products from the GRATULERA collection will be available in stores starting August 15.
*** Offers valid August 18 - August 19, 2018 at participating US stores only, while supplies last. Activities and offerings vary by store. Visit local store websites for a full listing of events, activities, and offers.
**** IKEA Carson will not be participating in IKEA Food offers.
**** See your local store for complete gift card giveaway rules and regulations. Gift card line up begins Saturday, August 18 at 9:00 am. Reported by PRWeb 7 hours ago.
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Raising Cane’s Presents $75,000 Donation to Lemonade Day Youth Entrepreneurship Program Generated through National Fundraiser
Raising Cane’s crew members working in over 370 locations in 23 states on April 10 of this year raised $75,000 for Lemonade Day through the sales of lemonade drinks.
DALLAS, and HOUSTON (PRWEB) August 07, 2018
Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers, the Louisiana-based restaurant company known for its ONE LOVE® quality chicken finger meals, turned lemonade into cash for a worthy cause. With the enthusiastic participation of Raising Cane’s crew members working in over 370 locations in 23 states on April 10 of this year, this entrepreneurial restaurant chain and its loyal, lemonade-loving customers raised $75,000 for Lemonade Day.
Raising Cane’s Founder and Chief Executive Officer Todd Graves, alongside the company’s restaurant support office team, presented the donation check to Lemonade Day National President Steven Gordon in Dallas recently. Graves helped to bring Lemonade Day to Louisiana in 2011. Since then, Raising Cane’s restaurant operators and crewmembers have been actively involved in supporting and promoting Lemonade Day. Graves and Raising Cane’s have been supporters of Lemonade Day for more than eight years. Graves was co-founder of Lemonade Day Louisiana in his home state, which to date has had nearly 100,000 kids participate. Since that time, Raising Cane’s has partnered with several Lemonade Day programs in cities across the country. Earlier this year, Raising Cane’s announced a national partnership with Lemonade Day to help grow participation and bring Lemonade Day to communities in which it had never been before by providing kids easy access to Lemonade Day’s digital workbooks, made possible through this unique partnership.
Lemonade Day, a national non-profit youth entrepreneurship program, teaches kids skills that will serve them for life through the experience of starting their own lemonade business. Kids can register for free to participate in Lemonade Day with support from an adult mentor. Lemonade Day entrepreneurs are encouraged to spend some, save some and share some of their lemonade business profits with a cause that matters to them after paying back their investor. Lemonade Day is more than one day in one place — the 2018 “Lemonade Season” started in April and continues through late summer in the United States and Canada. Lemonade Day has a goal of expanding to 84 licensed markets in 2019, with a five-year goal of securing 250,000 mentors to support young lemonade business owners in 200 licensed markets in North America by 2023.
Raising Cane’s restaurants donated $1 for every lemonade drink purchased on April 10. The company also placed a mini lemonade stand in participating restaurants with marketing materials about the Lemonade Day fundraiser and prepared an information flyer with instructions for customers to go online and register youth for free to participate in Lemonade Day to give them a taste of the sweet success that comes with owning their own business.
“During the eight years that we have been involved with Lemonade Day, we’ve seen firsthand how effective this program is in introducing kids to business and entrepreneurship, and I always liked that the program teaches kids to also give back to their communities,” said Graves. “I am thrilled that Cane’s is now a national partner and can support Lemonade Day’s great work in teaching tomorrow’s leaders about financial literacy, youth entrepreneurship and so much more.”
Graves’s entrepreneurial journey started with operating a lemonade stand in his front yard in Baton Rouge. Now, 35 years later, Graves sells lemonade at more than 380 Raising Cane’s restaurants around the world. Creating the opportunity for other kids to be inspired by business and igniting a desire to run and own a business is exactly why he is so passionate about Lemonade Day.
“Raising Cane’s is a perfect match for Lemonade Day on many levels. I want to sincerely thank Todd Graves and his entire team and all the ‘Caniacs’ for supporting Lemonade Day and our mission to equip kids today with skills they can apply in their own careers and business ventures. With this tremendous support and commitment from entrepreneurs like Todd and his entire Raising Cane’s organization, Lemonade Day is well-equipped to continue making a positive difference for kids,” Gordon commented.
Gordon noted that he is especially thankful to Megan Hernandez, brand manager with Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers. Gordon credited Hernandez for being instrumental in organizing this inaugural fundraiser with Lemonade Day.
“Raising Cane’s is looking forward to continuing this partnership with Lemonade Day. Our Raising Cane’s crew members enjoy being part of such an amazing program that teaches kids important business and life skills. We are excited to expand on the success of the 2018 program and are looking forward to helping kids across the country learn about and participate in Lemonade Day in 2019!” Hernandez said.
Please visit https://lemonadeday.org/find-your-city for a list of Lemonade Day host cities, towns, and military bases. Please follow this link for photos for the Lemonade Day/Raising Cane’s check presentation event: https://lemonadeday.app.box.com/s/es3bgmohskdpx09aauwz6dxoay038mzd
ABOUT LEMONADE DAY
Founded in Houston in 2007 by entrepreneur Michael Holthouse and his wife, Lisa, Lemonade Day is a non-profit organization dedicated to teaching every child across North America important business and financial skills that are the key ingredients of entrepreneurship. By learning these skills early in life, children will be better prepared to be successful, financially healthy adults. Through the fun, hands-on Lemonade Day program, kids of kindergarten through fifth grade age are empowered to start their own business — a lemonade stand — and experience earning money, using 100 percent of their profits to spend, save and share based on their own goals.
Lemonade Day has expanded to 72 licensed markets in the United States and Canada and to six U.S. military bases and growing. More than one million children and thousands of adult mentors have participated in Lemonade Day since 2007. Adults can register a child to participate in Lemonade Day and give them a taste of the sweet success that comes with owning their own business. For more information, visit lemonadeday.org/find-your-city.
Connect with Lemonade Day:
Twitter - @LemonadeDay
Facebook - Lemonade Day
LinkedIn - Lemonade Day
ABOUT RAISING CANE'S®
Raising Cane’s is known for its always fresh, never ever frozen® chicken fingers, its “craveable” — some say addictive — secret recipe Cane’s sauce, crinkle-cut fries, coleslaw, Texas toast, freshly brewed sweet tea and fresh-squeezed lemonade.
Founded by Todd Graves in 1996 and named for his yellow Labrador, Raising Cane, the rapidly growing company was named 2017’s fastest-growing chain by Nation’s Restaurant News, and earned the distinction of being among the Top 3 quick service restaurant chains in the nation for 2017, according to the authoritative Sandelman & Associates Quick-Track study, based on food quality, customer service, cleanliness and other important factors.
Raising Cane’s has more than 380 restaurants in 24 states, Bahrain, Kuwait, Lebanon, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates with multiple new restaurants under construction. The company has ONE LOVE® — quality chicken finger meals — and is continually recognized for its unique business model and customer satisfaction. Raising Cane’s vision is to have restaurants all over the world and be the brand for quality chicken finger meals, a great Crew, cool culture and active community involvement. For more information, please visit raisingcanes.com. Reported by PRWeb 6 hours ago.
DALLAS, and HOUSTON (PRWEB) August 07, 2018
Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers, the Louisiana-based restaurant company known for its ONE LOVE® quality chicken finger meals, turned lemonade into cash for a worthy cause. With the enthusiastic participation of Raising Cane’s crew members working in over 370 locations in 23 states on April 10 of this year, this entrepreneurial restaurant chain and its loyal, lemonade-loving customers raised $75,000 for Lemonade Day.
Raising Cane’s Founder and Chief Executive Officer Todd Graves, alongside the company’s restaurant support office team, presented the donation check to Lemonade Day National President Steven Gordon in Dallas recently. Graves helped to bring Lemonade Day to Louisiana in 2011. Since then, Raising Cane’s restaurant operators and crewmembers have been actively involved in supporting and promoting Lemonade Day. Graves and Raising Cane’s have been supporters of Lemonade Day for more than eight years. Graves was co-founder of Lemonade Day Louisiana in his home state, which to date has had nearly 100,000 kids participate. Since that time, Raising Cane’s has partnered with several Lemonade Day programs in cities across the country. Earlier this year, Raising Cane’s announced a national partnership with Lemonade Day to help grow participation and bring Lemonade Day to communities in which it had never been before by providing kids easy access to Lemonade Day’s digital workbooks, made possible through this unique partnership.
Lemonade Day, a national non-profit youth entrepreneurship program, teaches kids skills that will serve them for life through the experience of starting their own lemonade business. Kids can register for free to participate in Lemonade Day with support from an adult mentor. Lemonade Day entrepreneurs are encouraged to spend some, save some and share some of their lemonade business profits with a cause that matters to them after paying back their investor. Lemonade Day is more than one day in one place — the 2018 “Lemonade Season” started in April and continues through late summer in the United States and Canada. Lemonade Day has a goal of expanding to 84 licensed markets in 2019, with a five-year goal of securing 250,000 mentors to support young lemonade business owners in 200 licensed markets in North America by 2023.
Raising Cane’s restaurants donated $1 for every lemonade drink purchased on April 10. The company also placed a mini lemonade stand in participating restaurants with marketing materials about the Lemonade Day fundraiser and prepared an information flyer with instructions for customers to go online and register youth for free to participate in Lemonade Day to give them a taste of the sweet success that comes with owning their own business.
“During the eight years that we have been involved with Lemonade Day, we’ve seen firsthand how effective this program is in introducing kids to business and entrepreneurship, and I always liked that the program teaches kids to also give back to their communities,” said Graves. “I am thrilled that Cane’s is now a national partner and can support Lemonade Day’s great work in teaching tomorrow’s leaders about financial literacy, youth entrepreneurship and so much more.”
Graves’s entrepreneurial journey started with operating a lemonade stand in his front yard in Baton Rouge. Now, 35 years later, Graves sells lemonade at more than 380 Raising Cane’s restaurants around the world. Creating the opportunity for other kids to be inspired by business and igniting a desire to run and own a business is exactly why he is so passionate about Lemonade Day.
“Raising Cane’s is a perfect match for Lemonade Day on many levels. I want to sincerely thank Todd Graves and his entire team and all the ‘Caniacs’ for supporting Lemonade Day and our mission to equip kids today with skills they can apply in their own careers and business ventures. With this tremendous support and commitment from entrepreneurs like Todd and his entire Raising Cane’s organization, Lemonade Day is well-equipped to continue making a positive difference for kids,” Gordon commented.
Gordon noted that he is especially thankful to Megan Hernandez, brand manager with Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers. Gordon credited Hernandez for being instrumental in organizing this inaugural fundraiser with Lemonade Day.
“Raising Cane’s is looking forward to continuing this partnership with Lemonade Day. Our Raising Cane’s crew members enjoy being part of such an amazing program that teaches kids important business and life skills. We are excited to expand on the success of the 2018 program and are looking forward to helping kids across the country learn about and participate in Lemonade Day in 2019!” Hernandez said.
Please visit https://lemonadeday.org/find-your-city for a list of Lemonade Day host cities, towns, and military bases. Please follow this link for photos for the Lemonade Day/Raising Cane’s check presentation event: https://lemonadeday.app.box.com/s/es3bgmohskdpx09aauwz6dxoay038mzd
ABOUT LEMONADE DAY
Founded in Houston in 2007 by entrepreneur Michael Holthouse and his wife, Lisa, Lemonade Day is a non-profit organization dedicated to teaching every child across North America important business and financial skills that are the key ingredients of entrepreneurship. By learning these skills early in life, children will be better prepared to be successful, financially healthy adults. Through the fun, hands-on Lemonade Day program, kids of kindergarten through fifth grade age are empowered to start their own business — a lemonade stand — and experience earning money, using 100 percent of their profits to spend, save and share based on their own goals.
Lemonade Day has expanded to 72 licensed markets in the United States and Canada and to six U.S. military bases and growing. More than one million children and thousands of adult mentors have participated in Lemonade Day since 2007. Adults can register a child to participate in Lemonade Day and give them a taste of the sweet success that comes with owning their own business. For more information, visit lemonadeday.org/find-your-city.
Connect with Lemonade Day:
Twitter - @LemonadeDay
Facebook - Lemonade Day
LinkedIn - Lemonade Day
ABOUT RAISING CANE'S®
Raising Cane’s is known for its always fresh, never ever frozen® chicken fingers, its “craveable” — some say addictive — secret recipe Cane’s sauce, crinkle-cut fries, coleslaw, Texas toast, freshly brewed sweet tea and fresh-squeezed lemonade.
Founded by Todd Graves in 1996 and named for his yellow Labrador, Raising Cane, the rapidly growing company was named 2017’s fastest-growing chain by Nation’s Restaurant News, and earned the distinction of being among the Top 3 quick service restaurant chains in the nation for 2017, according to the authoritative Sandelman & Associates Quick-Track study, based on food quality, customer service, cleanliness and other important factors.
Raising Cane’s has more than 380 restaurants in 24 states, Bahrain, Kuwait, Lebanon, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates with multiple new restaurants under construction. The company has ONE LOVE® — quality chicken finger meals — and is continually recognized for its unique business model and customer satisfaction. Raising Cane’s vision is to have restaurants all over the world and be the brand for quality chicken finger meals, a great Crew, cool culture and active community involvement. For more information, please visit raisingcanes.com. Reported by PRWeb 6 hours ago.
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Robots Replace Waiters at Chinese Restaurant Chain
First they came for the wait staff, and I did not speak out—because I was not a waiter. Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba has opened a chain of restaurants where human servers are replaced […]The post Robots Replace Waiters at Chinese Restaurant Chain appeared first on Geek.com. Reported by geek.com 5 hours ago.
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Tim Hortons closes multiple Cincinnati-area restaurants
Canada's favorite fast food chain has closed a number of its locations in Greater Cincinnati. Tim Hortons closed four of its area locations as of Aug. 6. They include: 431 S. Locust St., Oxford 1214 Ohio Pike, Amelia 9890 Colerain Ave., Colerain Township 3163 Dixie Highway, Erlanger. The company issued a statement about the closures: "We have mutually agreed with the Franchisee in this market to de-brand a small number of restaurants. We remain committed to growing our brand in the U.S. and…
Reported by bizjournals 5 hours ago.
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Here's what a 'MasterChef' winner thinks of Cincinnati cuisine
The winner of the third season of Fox's "MasterChef" was sent 28 pounds of food Cincinnati is known for and weighed in on it all in a recent video posted to YouTube. Christine Ha as the winner of the third season of the American competitive cooking show "MasterChef" and the series' first blind contestant. In addition to hosting television shows, operating pop-up restaurants and writing cookbooks, Ha has a YouTube series called "Christine Tries" where she samples and reviews food sent in by viewers. Jeff…
Reported by bizjournals 4 hours ago.
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THE MOBILE PAYMENTS REPORT: Key strategies that wallet providers can implement to break from disappointing growth
This is a preview of a research report from Business Insider Intelligence, Business Insider's premium research service. To learn more about Business Insider Intelligence, click here.
In the US, the in-store mobile wallet space is becoming increasingly crowded. Most customers have an option provided by their smartphone vendor, like Apple, Android, or Samsung Pay. But those are often supplemented by a myriad of options from other players, ranging from tech firms like PayPal, to banks and card issuers, to major retailers and restaurants.
With that proliferation of options, one would expect to see a surge in adoption. But that’s not the case — though Business Insider Intelligence projects that US in-store mobile payments volume will quintuple in the next five years, usage is consistently lagging below expectations, with estimates for 2019 falling far below what we expected just two years ago.
As such, despite promising factors driving gains, including the normalization of NFC technology and improved incentive programs to encourage adoption and engagement, it’s important for wallet providers and groups trying to break into the space to address the problems still holding mobile wallets back. These issues include customer satisfaction with current payment methods, limited repeat purchasing, and consumer confusion stemming from fragmentation. But several wallets, like Apple Pay, Starbucks’ app, and Samsung Pay, are outperforming their peers, and by delving into why, firms can begin to develop best practices and see better results.
A new report from Business Insider Intelligence addresses how in-store mobile payments volume will grow through 2021, why that’s below past expectations, and what successful cases can teach other players in the space. It also issues actionable recommendations that various providers can take to improve their performance and better compete.
*Here are some of the key takeaways:*
· US in-store mobile payments will advance steadily at a 40% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) to hit $128 billion in 2021. That’s suppressed by major headwinds, though — this is the second year running that Business Insider Intelligence has halved its projected growth rate.
· To power ahead, US wallets should look at pockets of success. Banks, merchants, and tech providers could each benefit from implementing strategies that have worked for early leaders, including eliminating fragmentation, improving the purchase journey, and building repeat purchasing.
· Building multiple layers of value is key to getting ahead. Adding value to the user experience and making wallets as simple and frictionless as possible are critical to encouraging adoption and keeping consumers engaged.
*In full, the report: *
· Sizes the US in-store mobile payments market and examines growth drivers.
· Analyzes headwinds that have suppressed adoption.
· Identifies three strategic changes providers can make to improve their results.
· Evaluates pockets of success in the market.
· Provides actionable insights that providers can implement to improve results.
Get The Mobile Payments Report
Join the conversation about this story » Reported by Business Insider 2 hours ago.
In the US, the in-store mobile wallet space is becoming increasingly crowded. Most customers have an option provided by their smartphone vendor, like Apple, Android, or Samsung Pay. But those are often supplemented by a myriad of options from other players, ranging from tech firms like PayPal, to banks and card issuers, to major retailers and restaurants.
With that proliferation of options, one would expect to see a surge in adoption. But that’s not the case — though Business Insider Intelligence projects that US in-store mobile payments volume will quintuple in the next five years, usage is consistently lagging below expectations, with estimates for 2019 falling far below what we expected just two years ago.
As such, despite promising factors driving gains, including the normalization of NFC technology and improved incentive programs to encourage adoption and engagement, it’s important for wallet providers and groups trying to break into the space to address the problems still holding mobile wallets back. These issues include customer satisfaction with current payment methods, limited repeat purchasing, and consumer confusion stemming from fragmentation. But several wallets, like Apple Pay, Starbucks’ app, and Samsung Pay, are outperforming their peers, and by delving into why, firms can begin to develop best practices and see better results.
A new report from Business Insider Intelligence addresses how in-store mobile payments volume will grow through 2021, why that’s below past expectations, and what successful cases can teach other players in the space. It also issues actionable recommendations that various providers can take to improve their performance and better compete.
*Here are some of the key takeaways:*
· US in-store mobile payments will advance steadily at a 40% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) to hit $128 billion in 2021. That’s suppressed by major headwinds, though — this is the second year running that Business Insider Intelligence has halved its projected growth rate.
· To power ahead, US wallets should look at pockets of success. Banks, merchants, and tech providers could each benefit from implementing strategies that have worked for early leaders, including eliminating fragmentation, improving the purchase journey, and building repeat purchasing.
· Building multiple layers of value is key to getting ahead. Adding value to the user experience and making wallets as simple and frictionless as possible are critical to encouraging adoption and keeping consumers engaged.
*In full, the report: *
· Sizes the US in-store mobile payments market and examines growth drivers.
· Analyzes headwinds that have suppressed adoption.
· Identifies three strategic changes providers can make to improve their results.
· Evaluates pockets of success in the market.
· Provides actionable insights that providers can implement to improve results.
Get The Mobile Payments Report
Join the conversation about this story » Reported by Business Insider 2 hours ago.
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