Monthly Archives: May 2015

Outstanding Shares Lock up to Complete an Acquisition Project

DALLAS, TX / ACCESSWIRE / May 28, 2015 / Auri, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: AURI) (the Company) AURI reports continued strong sales in its consumer products division operated under the wholly owned subsidiary, Phoenix Fulfillment Group LLC. The talent and experience of the new design office in El Segundo has let to opening of several new national accounts. With the growth of the company and growing commitments in China, Mr. Weinert, CEO and Chairman has made a three year commitment to relocate to CA, moving to Rolling Hills Estates on the Palos Verdes Peninsula just south of Los Angeles. This affords access to the design team in El Segundo and closer proximity to our China joint venture opportunity in Pingo. The Pingo home decor stores, design and service company based in Shunde, China has continued to expand, opening 30 new stores per month during the first quarter of 2015. Mr. Weinert will be dividing his time between the sales & marketing management responsibilities of the consumer art products sold to North American retailers and the Pingo home decor and decoration company in China.

The company will continue to maintain and operate its headquarters offices in Dallas, Texas.

In order to continue and complete the acquisition path of AURI Inc., the company management, major shareholders and insiders agreed on a three (3) year outstanding shares lock up agreement. This agreement will enable the company to have an intelligent path to the completion of one of its largest acquisitions. This corporate action will position the company in a healthy market capitalization structure of: 1) TOTAL locked SHARES of 1,249,342,479. 2) TOTAL OUTSTANDING SHARES 1,311,670,675.and leaving TOTAL FREE TRADING SHARES (the float in the market) of 62,328,196.

The company, management, and its attorneys will commence the process of up listing the company to the next tier and to a fully reporting status; OTCQB and OTCQX.

We are excited with the financial goals and milestones that we have already achieved, and are ready for the next level. This company, once we complete the acquisition and the audits, has all the ingredients to qualify for the up listing on the big boards, such as NASDAQ. The managed float, share structure and market cap should enhance our shareholders value and create a better path for the next level. Commented James S. Tassan, CFO.

Recently company posted greater revenues from last year and the following updates:

AURI announces the first deliveries to retail customers of the new oversize KD stretched canvas product call MuralArt. The first deliveries of 8 foot by 10 foot stretched canvas product shipped in a unique knock down configuration were received by Rooms To Go, a furniture retailer based in Florida with stores throughout many southern states and Texas. This is a very exciting development with this product in development for well over a year. Chairman and CEO, Scott Weinert stated: This unique and proprietary product is one of the most innovative and ground breaking product opportunities in wall decor, with application industry wide for both retail, hospitality and visual retail display. We are very excited to see this finally come to fruition and appreciate the partnership with Rooms to Go so see this product launched. AURI expects this product to continue to have an immediate impact in the market place with exciting new applications from this new oversize canvas wall decor product that is transportable and also may be shipped efficiently. Mr. Weinert stated that this is a game changer for customers looking to purchase large art pieces to decorate an entire wall, large over the sofa murals and many industry applications.

Recently the company announced:

The company has achieved tremendous milestones of development and is poised to become a great Distribution Company. During the past several quarters the company acquired a revenue producing Phoenix Fulfilment Group LLC and achieved over 200% increase in revenues! The financial forecast for 2015 is already looking a lot better than 2014. The Management is composed of the most seasoned and knowledgeable staff with a clear plan and superior positioning compared to the competition.

FAMOUS QUOTES AND HISTORICAL TRENDS:

It’s a Beautiful Thing. AURI inc., were as good as gold!

Stocks plunged during the recent recession, but the economic downturn’s impact on the art market was minimal. At the height of the recession in 2008, the art market fell a slight 4.5%, according to the Mei/Moses All Art Index, which tracks the long-term performance of fine art. This isn’t the first time the art market fared well in a poor economic climate – it also out-performed the stock market during the 2001 recession.

So far, art market has enjoyed seven years of price appreciation. According to Bloomberg, the average compound annual return has been 33% since 2004. The high historical performance has attracted the attention of hedge fund managers, endowments and foundations, and ultra-high-net-worth individuals.

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ABOUT AURI:

AURI Inc.Were as good as gold!

The Company was formed by a group of investors whose talents and interests were based in Production, Content Development, Audio/Visual Presentations, Intellectual Properties Development and acquisitions, as well as oil and gas and real-estate investments. The management is based around seasoned corporate officers, directors and consultants who are experienced in management and mergers/acquisitions of multimillion dollar companies. The companys plan and concept was developed and based around a plan of acquiring and developing High End Art and Reproductions, focusing AURI INC to become a Publisher and Licensor. Then, retaining the duplication and reproduction rights, on an exclusive basis, in order to sell and distribute the products worldwide. The company and management believe that they can create, sustain and grow one of the largest art publishing companies in the world.

ABOUT Phoenix Fulfillment Group LLC.

Phoenix Fulfillment Group LLC is a marketing, sales and distribution company focused on delivering consumer products to retailers and distributors in various market sectors in North America. Phoenix Fulfillment Group LLC has well established manufacturing relationships with factories in China and Southeast Asia where products are produced and shipped to its customers. Phoenix provides design direction and logistics support to the factories as well to insure a high level of customer satisfaction from its customers. The company has decades of experience in trading with China and other Asian countries and also decades of experience in building relationships with retail partners.

Phoenix Fulfillment Group LLC markets art and other wall dcor products to major retail customers throughout North America. Phoenix Fulfillment Group sells and distributes to leading home dcor retailers such as Kirklands, Home Goods, AC Moore, Dollar General and many other major retail customers across various market sectors.

Safe Harbor Statement:

This release includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Certain statements set forth in this press release constitute “forward-looking statements.” Forward-looking statements include, without limitation, any statement that may predict, forecast, indicate, or imply future results, performance or achievements, and may contain the words “estimate,” “project,” “intend,” “forecast,” “anticipate,” “plan,” “planning,” “expect,” “believe,” “will likely,” “should,” “could,” “would,” “may” or words or expressions of similar meaning. Such statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause the company’s actual results and financial position to differ materially from those included within the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, including those relating to the Company’s ability to grow its business. Actual results may differ materially from the results predicted and reported results should not be considered as an indication of future performance. The potential risks and uncertainties include, among others, the Company’s limited operating history, the limited financial resources, and domestic or global economic conditions — activities of competitors and the presence of new or additional competition and conditions of equity markets.

CONTACT:
Auri.Arts@gmail.com
844-287-4278 (844) AURI-ART

SOURCE: Auri, Inc.

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Union Equity Inc. Announces New Shareholder Updates

INDIANAPOLIS, IN / ACCESSWIRE / May 28, 2015 / Union Equity, Inc. (OTC Pink: UNQT) (PINKSHEETS: UNQT), would like to take this time to announce some current updates. The management team is aware that some of the shareholders are discouraged about the length of time it is taking to complete the audit. There is nobody that is more discouraged than the Board of Directors and the CEO. There is still full confidence in the corporate auditor to get this completed. No one can imagine what the management team of Union Equity has had to go through to satisfy their needs. CEO, JT Thornburg states, “I hope that all of you can remain calm while we finish this up. I do agree that this has taken too long. Unfortunately, we had a lot that had to be straightened up. You all know that I have said before, it was in years past. While this is being completed, I am going to do some traveling to speak with some business that have some potential interest in Union Equity. I know this is not what everyone was hoping to hear, but I believe that I should continue to keep everyone updated as much as possible with the processes that we have currently going on. Hopefully we can have some great news in the near future about the completion of the SEC audit and continue to further grow this business.” 

About Union Equity Inc.

Union Equity, Inc. is a holding company that is comprised of 1 subsidiary that covers a vast business spectrum – Union Equity Investments, Inc.

About Union Equity Investments Inc.

Union Equity Investment, Inc. is to provide the best possible risk-return value for Union Equity shareholders, by making direct investments into or outright purchases of revenue generating foreign and domestic private/public companies, which are in the need of a strong management team and capital in order to make it to the next level.

CONTACT:

To learn more about Union Equity Inc., please contact
Investor Relations
Office: (317) 575-4113
jtthornburg@live.com
http://www.unionequityinc.com

SOURCE: Union Equity, Inc.

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Taipan Provides Update On Kenya Based Exploration Blocks

NAIROBI, KENYA / ACCESSWIRE / May 28, 2015 / Taipan Resources Inc. (TSXV: TPN) (OTCQX: TAIPF) (“Taipan”, “the Company”). Following completion of operations on the Badada-1 well on Block 2B, Kenya, Premier Oil have exercised their right to withdraw from the license effective April 30th 2015. As a result, the working interests for Taipan through its Kenya-based subsidiary Lion Petroleum (“Lion”) and Tower Resources plc (“Tower”) in the Block will be adjusted on a pro-rata basis (Lion 66.66%, Tower 33.34%) for the remaining approximately six months of the current licence phase (unless otherwise agreed).

Mr. Maxwell Birley, CEO of Taipan commented “While we are disappointed to see Premier Oil exit the block, we are appreciative of the fact that they met all their commitments to the joint venture, and proved an excellent partner through the drilling process. We would welcome the opportunity to partner with Premier Oil again in the future”.

The Ministry of Energy, Kenya has agreed to a six month extension to the First Additional Exploration Period to 30 November 2015 in order to complete the assessment of the remaining prospectivity of Block-2B, and as a result of the ongoing legal action relating to the temporary injunction served upon Lion, Premier, and other named parties highlighted in the news release dated 11 December 2014 (TAIPAN UPDATES ON BADADA WELL PROGRESS AND CONTINUATION OF WORK), which has prevented operations over the majority of the block. This will give the Lion and Tower time to complete their remaining technical assessments and review their strategy with respect to Block-2B.

In addition, Taipan has been notified by Afren/East African Exploration, its partner on Block 1, Kenya that as a result of security concerns in the area, the Government of Kenya, Ministry of Energy have granted a fifteen-month extension to the current Second Additional Exploration Period from the 8th October 2014 to the 7th January 2016. At the expiry of the extension period, the situation will be further reviewed. Afren/EAX and Lion have a two well commitment on the block during the current exploration period.

Taipan further reports that de-mobilization efforts with the Badada-1 well are now complete, and that despite the disappointment of not locating commercial levels of hydrocarbons in the well, Badada-1 was drilled on budget and with no security or lost time incidents.

Management has during the past three months, significantly rationalized costs while at the same time reviewing results from Badada-1 to determine the best course moving forward. In addition, the members of the management team have been focused upon and are active in reviewing additional opportunities to secure promising assets either in Africa or abroad. Commented Paul Logan, Exploration Manager of Taipan “The recent drop in oil prices has created an environment where attractive assets are beginning to become available at values not seen for many years. Taipan is well-positioned to pursue selective projects in promising hydrocarbon-rich provinces”.

Taipan anticipates providing additional detail on its future plans in the coming weeks.

About Taipan Resources Inc.: Taipan Resources Inc. Taipan Resources Inc. (TSXV: TPN) (OTCQX: TAIPF) is an independent, Africa-focused oil exploration company with interests in Block 1 and Block 2B onshore Kenya through its wholly owned subsidiary Lion Petroleum Corp.

Taipan operates and holds a 66.66% working interest in Block 2B (1.35 million acres / 5,464 km2) and a 20% working interest in Block 1 (5.497 million acres / 22,246 km2) which is operated by East Africa Exploration (Kenya) Ltd, a subsidiary of Afren plc.

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. The statements contained in this release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements, which involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from the targeted results. The Company relies upon litigation protection for forward looking statements.

By definition of the COGC Handbook – “Undiscovered resources are those quantities of oil and gas estimated on a given date to be contained in accumulations yet to be discovered.” Further the Handbook states – Caution (per NI 51-101/5.9(2)(v)(B)) -“There is no certainty that any portion of the resources will be discovered. If discovered, there is no certainty that it will be commercially viable to produce any portion of the resources.” In addition, per NI 51-101/5.6 “the estimated values disclosed do not represent fair market value.”

The reader is cautioned that assumptions used in the preparation of any forward-looking information may prove to be incorrect. Events or circumstances may cause actual results to differ materially from those predicted, as a result of numerous known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors, many of which are beyond the control of Taipan. As a result, Taipan cannot guarantee that any forward-looking statement will materialize and the reader is cautioned not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking information. Such information, although considered reasonable by management at the time of preparation, may prove to be incorrect and actual results may differ materially from those anticipated. Forward-looking statements contained in this news release are expressly qualified by this cautionary statement. The forward-looking statements contained in this news release are made as of the date of this news release and Taipan will only update or revise publicly any of the included forward-looking statements as expressly required by Canadian securities law.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Taipan Resources Inc.
Joel Dumaresq
Director +1 (604) 336.3193
jdumaresq@taipanresources.com
www.taipanresources.com

SOURCE: Taipan Resources Inc. 

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Varietyland’s Spiral Slicer Positively Reviewed By Over 100 Customers on Amazon

Fair and honest reviews left by Varietyland customers on the Very Healthy Spiral Slicer are complimenting the usefulness and high quality of the device. Positive and complimentary five-star reviews continue to pour in, encouraging readers to give the innovative device a go at home.

New York, United States – May 28, 2015 /PressCable/

Positive reviews are pouring in on Amazon.com by satisfied customers of the Very Healthy Spiral Slicer.

The kitchen tool that is rapidly becoming a kitchen favourite has received dozens of positive reviews, with the majority of users awarding the handy gadget the maximum rating of five stars. The Amazon product page, from which the Very Healthy Spiral Slicer can be purchased, continues to see almost daily complimentary reviews submitted by satisfied customers.

The reviews have praised a wide variety of the spiralizer’s useful and beneficial qualities with certain attributes becoming recurring themes. The minimal time and effort required to create beautifully long spirals is one of the biggest plus points that users have been discussing. Ray Riddle wrote “I took it out to look at it before using it, and I have to say, it would be hard to find something else that’s as easy to use.’ Amber Stump had a similar opinion stating ‘From now on this will remain one of my essential kitchen gadgets I use on a regular basis.’ Meanwhile, J. Arena finished her review with ‘If you’re interested in finding new ways to serve vegetables at home, this is a great gift for yourself! Recommended!’

The abundance of four and five star reviews that have reached over 100 in total is likely to be down to the high quality of the construction of the device, as well as the fact that it performs exactly as described. Hype around the product has left new users with high expectations and the reviews and compliments submitted to date suggest that these expectations are repeatedly and consistently being met.

The device was not only designed to create voluminous, crisp and nutritious spirals that make cooking healthy meals easier and quicker, but has also been cleverly designed to make cleaning and maintenance as easy as possible. This is another area in which Varietyland appear to have succeeded, as multiple reviews of the device point out the speed and ease with which the spiralizer can be cleaned. Pauly802 revealed that he shared the sentiment with his comment, ‘included with this vegetable slicer is a little brush that is used for cleaning it out after use, and it is really useful.’

Varietyland encourages all customers of the Very Healthy Spiral Slicer to log in using their Amazon accounts and leave a fair and honest review of their experience and opinion of the slicer. The Amazon review section has already proven to be a useful platform that allows customers to exchange tips for using the device and even ideas for creative and original recipes with which they had great success using the spiralizer. The more people that leave their thoughts and comments regarding the device, the more confident prospective buyers will feel about making the purchase. It has always been a priority of Varietyland to not only meet but also to exceed customer expectations, through providing the best possible customer service and delivering a top quality product.

Customers can visit the Very Healthy Spiral Slicer review page on Amazon to read more customer reviews: http://www.amazon.com/Healthy-Vegetable-Spiralizer-Zucchini-Spaghetti/product-reviews/B00P2MF646/

About Varietyland

The team behind Varietyland care about their customers, and more specifically care about their kitchen experiences and eating habits. They believe that eating healthily doesn’t have to be monotonous and boring but can in fact be full of creativity, colour and most importantly variety.

For more information about us, please visit http://varietyland.com

Contact Info:
Name: Alvin Hung
Email: support@varietyland.com
Organization: Varietyland
Phone: 5039287948

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Click-A-Brick Aims To Release Six Building Toy Sets By Christmas 2016

Building toy company Click-A-Brick plans to release six sets by Christmas 2016. Among these will be the simultaneous release of its **** Friends set featuring tropical birds and its Mighty Machines set featuring construction vehicles, plus a set that will be specifically aimed at girls

Las Vegas, United States – May 28, 2015 /PressCable/

Click-A-Brick has set itself the goal of releasing six building toy sets by Christmas 2016. Among these sets will be its next offering of the simultaneously released Feather Friends, a set that will feature tropical birds, and Mighty Machines, which will feature construction vehicles as its main theme. Future plans also include a set aimed specifically at girls.

Click-A-Brick believes having long-term goals is important for sustained growth and this goal is meant to give the company something to aim for, although it is open to alteration if the circumstances are right to increase the company’s output, Co-Founder Jason Smith says.

“Six sets by Christmas 2016 seems like a modest goal for us at this point, but we wanted it to be something that we would be able to attain for sure,” Smith said. “But, if things keep going as well for us as they have been, we could easily bump it up to eight or — dare I even say — 10 sets by then. But six is a number we feel confident that we can do. We also want to be strategic with the releases and not put too many out there. Leave people wanting more and all that.”

Currently, the company has two sets selling on Amazon, the Animal Kingdom Safari set and the Army Defenders set. The simultaneous release of the Feather Friends and Mighty Machines sets, tentatively set for July, will bring the total up to four for this year.

The company has seen steady sales of its current offerings, with strong showings for both available sets throughout the first two quarters of 2015. These steady sales have given the company confidence in its ability to reach its goal of six sets by the end of 2016 and potentially surpass it if the demand is there.

Many of the customers who purchased the Army Defenders building toy set had previously purchased the Animal Kingdom Safari set, which the company sees as an indication of brand loyalty, something Click-A-Brick is aiming to cultivate as much as possible. This evidence of budding brand loyalty played a part in Click-A-Brick’s six-set goal, as the company predicts many of the people who purchase the new sets will be returning customers.

“We feel like we’re building a strong identity in the toy market and cultivating a strong fan base, so to speak,” Smith said. “That’s prompted us to set a goal that we think will satisfy that customer base and keep them coming back as loyal customers. We want to keep looking ahead and making — and reaching — long-term goals for the company.”

For more information about us, please visit http://www.ClickABrickToys.net

Contact Info:
Name: Rob Swystun
Email: fun@clickabricktoys.net
Organization: Click-A-Brick Toys LLC
Phone: 855-976-3664

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Strong Data on Rexahn’s Non-Toxic Targeted Therapy Revealed at Top Cancer Meetings

NEW YORK, NY / ACCESSWIRE / May 28, 2015 / Rexahn Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: RNN) took a big step toward greater US and international attention for its novel drugs in development when it presented new data on Supinoxin (RX-5902) and RX-3117 at the widely-attended 2015 American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) last month in Philadelphia, a premier venue for oncologists to see what’s new. Later this month, the company will present at the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), a scientific conference heavily attended by analysts and investors looking for the next best thing.

Conferences of this nature are known as top forums for revealing clinical results. As a poster presenter, Rexahn has a first-rate opportunity to display data to oncology leaders at not one, but two back-to-back cancer meetings, certain to garner well-deserved attention for its science. Results of clinical studies often appear in poster sessions and in abstracts (snapshots of bench or animal trials) where attendees roam large rooms to view posters and have the invaluable occasion to discuss results with researchers, one-on-one.

Rexahn’s posters covered the latest data on Supinoxin, its oral compound that inhibits P-p68 RNA helicase, or enzymes working toward a genetic effect. Supinoxin showed in earlier trials the ability to stop excessive cell growth that leads to shrinkage in tumors of the colon, lungs and ovaries, among others, with an added benefit of tackling drug-resistant cancer. Data on RX-3117, Rexahn’s potential oral treatment acting on DNA synthesis to disrupt the metabolism of cancer through apoptosis, or programmed cell death, was also displayed.

In preclinical animal studies, Supinoxin had shown strong anti-tumor properties and significant survival, with no changes in body weight of the subjects and no toxicity due to targeting tumor cells, a much better bet than current cancer therapies (see below).

Supinoxin’s (RX-5902) poster “Targeting localization and function of the RNA helicase DDX5/p68 with 1-(3,5-dimethoxyphenyl)-4-[(6-fluoro-2-methoxyquinoxalin-3-yl) aminocarbonyl] piperazine (RX-5902),” despite its daunting title, demonstrated that certain cancer cell lines can be prevented from metastasis by administration of RX-5902. The compound thus has potential for development of anti-cancer therapies.

Poster data also suggests RX-5902 may prevent metastasis in breast cancer, a global market projected to reach $24 billion by next year which I will explore later in this article.

Caption: Treatment with Supinoxin for pancreatic cancer induced in mice produced a survival benefit beyond 65 days
Source: Rexahn Pharmaceuticals

Importantly, it had been shown by Liuqing Yang, et al. as early as 2005 that p68 phosphorylation (a biochemical process that plays a big role in cell activity) is associated with abnormal cell proliferation and cancer development. Further, the close correlation between p68 phosphorylation and cancer may provide a useful diagnostic marker. Rexahn’s work so far replicates this research and as scientists know, laboratory replication is key to success in the development of drugs.

The second poster, “Fluorocyclopentenylcytosine (RX-3117) is activated by uridine-cytidine kinase 2, a potential biomarker,” supports RX-3117, a small molecule acting on DNA synthesis to disrupt the metabolism of cancer, as a biomarker through the activation of UCK2, an enzyme that gives RX-3117 power to exert its inhibition of cancer cell proliferation. In tumors expressing a high level of UCK, RX-3117 works best; in other words, the study demonstrated that RX-3117 is activated by UCK2, which can be detected by a specific antibody, lending RX-3117 its high antitumor activity by targeting tumors with a lot of UCK2 expression. Thus, RX-3117’s cancer cell specific mechanism of action was confirmed, and by virtue of its attraction to UCK2 and use as a biomarker, patients can be better selected for Rexahn’s future clinical studies, saving time and money, the true goal of targeted therapy. RX-3117 has also shown to be non-toxic in these and past studies.

In preclinical animal models, RX-3117 showed antitumor effects in colon, pancreas, kidney, ovarian, and non-small cell lung cancer, among others, with data pointing strongly to efficacy in human cancer cells resistant to popular chemotherapy gemcitabine, or Gemzar, made by Eli Lilly & Co. (LLY). I have written on this subject in the past, exploring in particular Gemzar’s treatment failure.

Supinoxin is in a Phase I dose-escalating trial to determine safety, tolerability and maximum dose for efficacy in patients with solid tumors. RX-3117 is also in a Phase I trial for solid tumors under similar study design; clinical data for both is expected in the first half of 2015 after which the best druggable targets can be chosen, assuming the studies produce good results, allowing both compounds to enter Phase II.

Caption: Effect of using RX-3117 versus gemcitabine in a broad variety of tumors tested for antitumor activity

Source: Rexahn Pharmaceuticals

At the AACR, Rexahn’s poster on Supinoxin, as mentioned above, showed a drop in the migration of human triple negative breast cancer cells in a preclinical model of cancer cell metastases. According to BREASTCANCER.ORG, triple negative breast cancer tends to be more aggressive than other breast cancers, more likely to metastasize, and more likely to recur after treatment. Hormonal therapies like tamoxifen, originally discovered by AstraZeneca PLC (AZN) and Herceptin, made by Genentech, Inc., a subsidiary of Roche Holding AG (RHHBY) do not help triple negative breast cancer and come with side effects. Five-year survival rates are low. Triple negatives tend to be of a higher grade, more dangerous than other types of breast cancer. With such a strong unmet medical need, Supinoxin could provide Rexahn a shorter pathway through the FDA.

There are farther-reaching implications of Supinoxin’s effect in preventing the migration of such cells: because it acts like a prevention of metastases, Supinoxin could be effective in treatment of other malignant tumors. A recent meeting with Dr. Peter Suzdak, Rexahn’s CEO, confirms this.

As mentioned above, Rexahn will present its posters and abstracts at ASCO later this month where I suspect, given the conference’s notoriety and scrutiny by investors and analysts for company news, an influx of interest in Supinoxin and RX-3117 will follow.

In its first quarter ended March 31, 2015 Rexahn had a cash position of $29.4 million; $700,000 was received from stock option exercise. There is no debt. Research and development expenses amounted to $2.9 million versus $1.3 million in the comparable quarter last year, not surprising as Phased clinical trials ramp up, particularly for advancement of Archexin, Rexahn’s compound for kidney cancer now in Phase II. General and administrative costs were $1.5 million, on par with last year’s figure showing good handling of internal spending. Net loss improved from ($0.09) in 3Q14 to ($0.02) in this year’s quarter, both figures including the fluctuating nature of accounting for stock price fair value adjustments.

As a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company, risks to investing in Rexahn are high. Market capitalization is $134 million, considered small. Revenues may not materialize for a number of years; regulatory issues may cost the company additional money; a capital infusion may become critical. Competition for novel solid tumor remedies is fierce. A certain, clear risk with small-cap stocks is illiquidity and lack of news flow, but Rexahn has a healthy average three-month volume of over 500,000 shares traded and news from the company has been flowing well.

I expect excitement surrounding this new data for Supinoxin and RX-3117 to create industry buzz, contagious to Wall Street. Rexahn’s participation at large cancer conferences, typically lasting five days with plenty time for networking, signals to me progress in their clinical and scientific stature, and with trials progressing nicely, a greater opportunity to enjoy entrance into the global oncology drug market estimated to reach $111.9 by 2020, not counting growth of new medicines as key cancer drugs Erbitux, Rituxan and Avastin go off patent.

Every oncologist’s dream is a cancer therapy that is non-toxic, tumor targeted, with the potential for high efficacy, bringing them closer to their goal of personalized medicine to treat very sick patients. Rexahn’s new data, backed by strong science and revealed in two high-profile settings puts them on the frontline of cancer exploration, practically ensuring attention from clinicians and investors alike. Valuation of shares do not reflect potential, and investors willing to trade risk for reward, I believe, won’t be disappointed.

Media contact for Small Cap Forecasting, Inc.
Jackie Rodriguez/JVPR NY
jackie@jvprny.com

SOURCE: Small Cap Forecasting, Inc.

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Serving The Customer Is “In The Blood” Of Richmond’s Cottman Man

RICHMOND, VA / ACCESSWIRE / May 28, 2015 / “Serving the customer is in my blood,” says Stan Guardino. The owner of Cottman Transmission and Total Auto Care at 8259 Midlothian Turnpike has been serving customers since he was ten, working with his parents in their mom & pop grocery store.

Now 50, Stan says he can’t imagine doing anything else. “I enjoy working and having satisfied customers,” he says.

Stan says he learned about hard work, long hours and customer service from his parents in their grocery store. “The store was our life,” he recalls. “Our house was right next door to the business, so we were there all the time. It’s what customers expected.”

At 18, Stan left the store to attend Virginia Commonwealth University, where he earned a degree in business. He worked in the financial business for several years, until he left to work at a tire retail and service business with outlets in Richmond and Roanoke. He started as a front counter man, selling tires, writing up service orders and handling customer service. Eventually, he became the manager.

About 12 years ago, Stan decided he was ready to run his own business. With his parents, he looked for business opportunities and found a Cottman center that was for sale. In September of 2004, the Guardino family bought the business.

Stan reached out to his contacts and clients from his time at the tire shop and found many customers for his new business. Putting emphasis on quality work and outstanding customer service has been the key to his shop’s steady growth, he says.

“I don’t mind putting in 10 or 12 hours a day at the shop,” Stan says. “The days were much longer when we had the grocery store, so long days at my Cottman center are a piece of cake.” He likes to personally handle dealings with the customers, so he usually can be found manning the front counter. “It makes difference when customers can interact directly with the owner of the business,” he notes.

The Cottman center sponsors a local race car driver, 72-year old Woody Ellington. “Woody races at our local track, Southside Speedway. We help him keep the car running competitively,” Stan says.

His father, Stan Sr., works at the center. After selling the grocery store, Stan Sr. was a tool man, selling for ProTools. So it was an easy transition into the car care business and Stan’s mother, Barbara, worked at Firestone for 18 years.

Stan’s son, Chase, helps at the center when he’s not at college, following in Stan’s footsteps studying business at Virginia Commonwealth.

“Whatever field he goes into,” Stan says, “I know he’ll understand the value of hard work and the importance of putting the customer first. It’s in his blood, I’m sure.”

Stan can be reached at www.cottmanofrichmond.com.

About Cottman Transmission and Total Auto Care:

With locations across the U.S., Cottman Transmission and Total Auto Care is a transmission and auto repair brand that services almost any make or model vehicle, foreign or domestic. Cottman Transmission and Total Auto Care centers specialize in complete transmission service, brakes, suspension, air conditioning service and much more. Cottman’s headquarters is based in Horsham, Pennsylvania. For more information, please visit www.Cottman.com and www.TheCottmanManBlog.com.

Contact:

Derik Beck
dbeck@cottman.com
267-464-7212

SOURCE: Cottman Transmission and Total Auto Care

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Nanotech Receives Additional Order for Colour-Shifting Optical Thin Film Banknote Security Technology

Company Announces Timing of Second Quarter 2015 Results Conference Call

VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESSWIRE / May 28, 2015 / Nanotech Security Corp. (TSX VENTURE: NTS) (OTCQX: NTSFF), today announced that after meeting the demanding specifications of a first order for an international customer, the Company has received a follow-on order from the same customer for colour-shifting optical thin film (OTF) security features for banknotes. The new order, valued at $560,000, is scheduled for delivery in the third quarter 2015. Confidentiality requirements in the banknote industry do not permit releasing further details about the order.

“Deployments of our OTF security features in our international customer’s local economy have exceeded our customer’s expectations, and have resulted in this additional order,” commented Doug Blakeway, Nanotech Chief Executive Officer. “We are pleased with the performance of our product and the success of our customer relationship, which we anticipate will lead to more orders in the future.”

Reporting Second Quarter Fiscal 2015 Results

The Company will release financial results for its second quarter ended March 31, 2015 after the market closes on Monday June 1, 2015. Nanotech Chairman and CEO Doug Blakeway and CFO Troy Bullock will host a conference call with analysts and investors at 5:30 P.M. Eastern time the same day. All interested parties are invited to participate in this conference call and should dial the following number approximately 10 minutes prior to the starting time.

Conference Call Details:

DATE: Monday, June 1, 2015

TIME: 5:30 P.M. Eastern time

DIAL IN NUMBER:

Toll free (Canada and US): 1-877-407-9205
Alternate number: 1-201-689-8054
Conference ID: 13611001

TAPED REPLAY:

Teleconference Replay Available Until: July 2, 2015
Toll free (Canada and US): 1-877-660-6853
Alternate number: 1-201-612-7415
Conference ID: 13611001 

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

The discussion and analysis in this news release contains forward-looking statements concerning anticipated developments in our operations in future periods, the adequacy of our financial resources, and the events or condition that may occur in the future. Forward-looking statements are frequently, but not always, identified by words such as “expects,” “anticipates,” “believes,” “intends,” “estimates,” “predicts,” “potential,” “targeted” “plans,” “possible” and similar expressions, or statements that events, conditions or results “will,” “may,” “could” or “should” occur or be achieved.

These forward-looking statements include, without limitation, statements about our market opportunities, strategies, competition, and the Company’s view that its nano-optical and optical thin film technologies will continue to show promise for mass production and commercial application. Other forward-looking statements imply that the Company will remain capable of being financed and/or will be able to partner development until commercial sales are eventually realized. The principal risks related to these forward-looking statements are that the Company’s intellectual property claims will not prove sufficiently broad or enforceable to provide the necessary commercial protection and to attract the necessary capital and/or that the Company’s products will not be able to displace entrenched hologram, metalized strip tagging, and other conventional anti-counterfeiting technologies sufficiently to allow for profitability.

Our forward-looking statements are based on the beliefs, expectations and opinions of management on the date the statements are made. Consequently, all forward-looking statements made in this discussion and analysis of the financial conditions and results of operations or the documents incorporated by reference are qualified by this cautionary statement and there can be no assurance that actual results or developments anticipated will be realized. For additional information with respect to certain of these risks or factors reference should be made to the “Business Risks and Uncertainties” section of the MD&A and notes to the consolidated financial statements, as well as with the Company’s continuous disclosure materials filed from time to time with Canadian securities regulatory authorities, which are available online at www.sedar.com. Nanotech disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, other than as required by law, rule or regulation. You should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements.

About Nanotech Security

Through its security and surveillance divisions, Nanotech Security Corp. has been a leading innovator in the design and production of advanced security products and surveillance solutions for a number of years. Nanotech’s KolourOptik(TM) and Plasmogram(TM) products are nanotechnology based product platforms originally inspired by the unique optical properties of the iridescent wings of the Blue Morpho butterfly. Our security products produce intense, high definition optically-variable images and colour-shift optical thin films. Activated by a simple tilt or rotation, with higher resolutions than the best LED-displays, they are ideal for authentication of currency, passports, and identification cards in addition to distinguishing branded goods from counterfeits. Our surveillance division designs and manufactures sophisticated surveillance and intelligence gathering communications and forensic equipment for the law enforcement and intelligence community as well as runs a state of the art training academy where we provide technical surveillance training to the law enforcement community.

Additional information about Nanotech can be found at the Company’s website www.nanosecurity.ca, the Canadian disclosure filings website www.sedar.com or the OTCMarkets disclosure filings website www.otcmarkets.com.

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Nanotech Security Corp:
Doug Blakeway
dblakeway@nanosecurity.ca
+1.604.678.5775

Canada Investor Relations:
Sean Peasgood
sean@SophicCapital.com
+1.416.565.2805

Media Contact:
Jackie Henry
jp@nanosecurity.ca

U.S. Investor Relations:
Dave Mossberg
+1. 817.310.0051

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SOURCE: Nanotech Security Corp.

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Lucid Software Releases Enterprise Version of Lucidchart with Enhanced Security, Controls

Lucidchart for Enterprise will allow large companies to merge their Lucidchart users into a single, centrally-managed account enabling more efficient collaboration

LEHI, UT / ACCESSWIRE / May 28, 2015 / Lucid Software recently released an enterprise version of its flagship diagramming product, Lucidchart. The new enterprise edition will enable large companies to seamlessly migrate away from desktop, licensed software applications to a cloud-based, collaborative charting solution.

 

Features exclusive to the enterprise version include enhanced security and administrator controls. IT administrators will now be able to manage Lucidchart usage centrally and enable important activities, including secure authentication (via SAML and SSO solutions) and domain-wide security on all proprietary documents.

“We’re very pleased to be rolling out our enterprise version,” said Karl Sun, co-founder and CEO of Lucid Software. “Lucidchart already had the functionality and capacity to serve large organizations. However, now that Lucidchart has more than 4 million users, our customers were increasingly asking for greater visibility and control.”

With Lucidchart for Enterprise, administrators can merge all Lucidchart users at their company onto a single account, control payment settings, document permissions and passwords, and ensure document retention when employees leave the company.

“Traditional, desktop diagramming programs like Microsoft Visio and Omnigraffle aren’t able to provide this same level of visibility for customers,” said Sun. “These new enterprise offerings really set us apart, especially for forward-thinking companies.”

Lucidchart for Enterprise also enables integration with popular productivity platforms like Google Apps, Atlassian Confluence and JIRA, and Jive. These integrations can enhance Lucidchart’s collaborative experience, allowing teams to communicate on their preferred platform while they diagram, as well as letting them access their Lucidchart projects from a single location.

To learn more about Lucidchart, or to register for a free account, visit http://www.lucidchart.com.

About Lucid Software:

Lucid Software is creating powerful cloud-based tools for the masses. Driving a new way of working, Lucid’s lineup includes Lucidchart, the popular diagramming application used to create compelling and attractive visual communications, and Lucidpress, a recently launched publishing tool used to create print and digital content with ease. Founded in 2010 and based in Salt Lake City, Utah, Lucid Software has raised a $5M Series A from investors including Kickstart Seed Fund, Grayhawk Capital, and Peterson Ventures, and early seed funding from Google Ventures and 500 Startups.

Contact: 

Brad Hanks
hanks.brad@gmail.com
801-948-4577

SOURCE: Lucid Software

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IOS Debuts New Downtown L.A. Office, First Well Building Furniture Dealership Site in the World

LOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESSWIRE / May 28, 2015 / Interior Office Solutions (IOS), a contract furniture firm, with facilities in California and Oregon, is a Haworth Preferred & “Best in Class” Dealership. IOS is celebrating 15 years of service and hosting a grand opening party today in their WELL certified downtown showroom located in the Citicorp Tower (LEED Certified) at 444 S. Flower Street, Suite 200, Los Angeles between the hours of 5:30pm-10pm. The WELL Building Standard is a performance-focused system for measuring, certifying, and monitoring features of the built environment that impact human health and wellbeing including air, water, nourishment, light, fitness, comfort, and mind.

Jesse Bagley, Founder and CEO of IOS, said, “We expect a significant turnout of Los Angeles, Orange County and Portland dignitaries and celebrities from all strata of commerce. The design and architectural communities along with the real estate industry identify IOS as a full service, turn-key creative solution to delivering their concepts and visions.” To be interviewed by the media on the Red Carpet will be distinguished business leaders, members of the political, architecture and design, and real estate community. IOS has several divisions, including AT Space (Architectural Interiors & Technology), Ideation Lab for custom designed and manufactured furniture, Healthcare, and Higher Education, among others. IOS’ Irvine headquarters is a LEED-CI certified state-of-the art showroom. IOS is recognized as mentoring women and minorities, and has offices in Los Angeles, Orange County, and Portland, OR.

IOS has an impressive list of both public and private sector clients, spanning from healthcare, to higher education, to banking and finance, media and entertainment, to large general contractors and engineering firms. They have worked with many Southern California municipalities such as the cities of Newport Beach, Costa Mesa, Lawndale, Lake Forest, Norwalk, Laguna Niguel, Brea, Santa Ana, Buena Park, Corona, Temecula, the County of Orange, the County of Los Angeles, and the Port of Long Beach. Their education division has provided services for school districts such as the University of California Irvine, San Bernardino Community College District, Arcadia Unified School District, Fullerton College, California State University Long Beach, Mt. San Antonio College, North Orange Community College District, UCLA, and USC. IOS has serviced and partnered with construction companies such as Pankow Builders, Turner Construction, Kiewit, and Clark Construction. Wells Fargo Bank, Schools First Federal Credit Union, Farmers & Merchants Bank, Cathay Bank, China Trust Bank, and Northwestern Mutual all look to IOS for their contract furniture requirements. IOS has also worked extensively with new media and entertainment companies including Legendary Pictures, Creative Artists Agency, Hulu, Playboy Enterprises, RIOT Games, Participant Media, Core Media and Revolt Media.

About Interior Office Solutions

IOS is a full service contract furniture firm with offices in Los Angeles, Irvine, CA and Portland, OR. Founded in 2000, IOS is a Preferred “Best in Class” Haworth dealer with over 80 employees, and has expanded its service offering to include true custom furniture design and manufacturing, architectural wall systems, commercial flooring, and Audio/Visual consulting. In August of 2006, IOS became a Haworth “Preferred” Dealership and in April of 2007, moved its Irvine headquarters into a company owned, 13,000 sq. ft. LEED-CI certified state-of-the art showroom. The Company specializes in developing functional, productive, and beautiful workplace environments tailored to each client’s unique requirements. It is focused on finding the best product solutions and delivering superior value. In addition to Haworth, IOS represents dozens of other leading furniture manufacturers, as well as pre-owned and remanufactured furniture. IOS’ Architectural Interiors, ideation-Lab, Healthcare and Higher Education divisions, have transformed the company into a turn-key solutions provider for virtually any type of project.

About WELL Building

The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) administers the WELL Building Standard. IWBI is a public benefit corporation (B-Corp) that was created by Delos, a Wellness Real Estate company, to administer the WELL Building Standard to fulfill a Clinton Global Initiative commitment to make the standard available globally. The WELL Building Standard works in alignment with the LEED Green Building Rating System, the Living Building Challenge, and other leading global sustainable building programs. WELL enables green building practitioners to integrate human health and wellbeing with sustainability, creating buildings that optimize occupant as well as environmental impacts.

Contact:
Jesse Bagley
jbagley@iosinc.net
Telephone: 949.724.9444

SOURCE: Interior Office Solutions

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