Jason Webb – a Milwaukee-based pastor and public speaker, comments on the need for racial justice and racial reconciliation.

August 29, 2020 /MarketersMedia/ —

Over the last few months, there has been a flood of events that have awakened many people to the need for change and racial justice across America. Protesters have filled the streets of cities across the country. After the deaths of Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, and George Floyd, many people are finally rising to action and demanding that their voices are heard.

“While the protests have resulted in initial steps towards justice and reform of policies in some areas, there is still much work to be done”, says Jason Webb – Milwaukee based pastor and an advocate of racial reconciliation. As people begin to go back to work, school, and their daily lives, they must use their voices from the streets to make a change in their communities. Beyond protests, action must be taken in classrooms, job structures, and industries as a whole.

These changes require more than just a voice; they also require resources that are often scarce to accomplish the goal. In one of his interviews, Jason Webb remarked that if he had unlimited resources, he would fight and break down system injustice. “I live in Milwaukee which is one of the most segregated cities in America. I would love to use unlimited resources to bridge the economic gap between African Americans, Caucasians, Latinos, Asians… I’d love to see the educational gap in our city to be closed as well. Milwaukee is ranked as the worst city for African American males to grow up in, so I’d love to put resources towards that and to change that story.”

It is especially vital during this time that leaders within the church step up and support justice and reconciliation. Historically, the church has always given a voice to those who are kept silent and has stood up for communities that need it the most. In moments of crisis, people look to the Church for direction. Church leaders must stay true to the word and seek justice, even if it isn’t a convenient or easy thing to do. As Isaiah 1:17 states, “Learn to do right; seek justice. Defend the oppressed.”

One of the ways to racial reconciliation, as Mr. Webb suggests, is to find a way to relate to friends, neighbors, and peers of color. While many assume or believe that they have at least one friend of color if pushed to dig deeper, that connection appears to be superficial. Instead, people ought to focus on how to develop a stronger relationship, a friendship, with people of color in their community.

Listening and engaging in conversation makes the topics of racial justice and racial reconciliation more human, as people can begin to associate faces, stories, and names with topics that once may have been theoretical in nature. Being able to resonate with stories empowers others to take a stand and rise up against the injustice that is prevalent and help voices be heard.

About Jason Webb
Jason Webb is a Milwaukee-based pastor and public speaker. Currently, he is a Team Manager and Groups Director for Great Lakes Church in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Before this, Mr. Webb has established and led multiple churches and non-profit organizations, both domestically and internationally. Jason Webb is an experienced entrepreneur, movement leader, and an advocate for racial reconciliation.

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David Regan, Atlanta-based fitness specialist and certified trainer, shares his perspective on how fitness businesses can successfully maneuver around the coronavirus landscape. 

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At the start of the COVID-19 outbreak, businesses were shut down, social distancing generated fear, and fitness facilities struggled with both factors. Consumers turned a cheek to their physical fitness routines as they traded in business casual attire for pajama pants. 
 
“Even after some states allowed fitness businesses like gyms to open their doors again during these recent months, required social distancing has created a foreign practice that gym members are choosing to opt-out of,” said fitness trainer David Regan, Atlanta-native. 
 
David Regan, Atlanta personal fitness coach, is a NASM Certified personal trainer who specializes in weight loss, personalized workout plans, bodybuilding, and nutrition.
 
Like many fitness professionals, Regan found his job being put on hold until states started to lift certain restriction orders. Regan works with many executives in the Atlanta area, helping them balance their busy schedules with workout and meal plans to achieve optimal results. Everyone’s routine drastically changed due to coronavirus. Still, Regan said that he was fortunate to be able to at least continue his fitness and nutrition services through Zoom and other forms of technical communication such as email to his clients. 
 
Regan is rebuilding his services back to normal again by helping his customers balance their recovering busy schedules with workout and meal plans to achieve optimal results as society starts to pick its pace back up once again. 
 
One struggle that he has noticed is that his clients have had difficulties with weight gain during the pandemic. As a specialist in weight loss, among other things, Regan has navigated his business to target this issue over others, as many of his clients have requested just that. The fitness guru gives his advice to other fitness businesses that are trying to bounce back. He said that gyms and other fitness businesses should continue to abide by social distancing and public health safety precautions though they might cripple clientele returns, and focus on helping people bounce back from pandemic weight gain. 
 
Regan points out that because many of his clients’ physical routine changed drastically to remote working and stay-at-home orders, weight gain became easier. On top of a decrease in daily physical movement, Regan also mentioned that the high level of stress that buzzed throughout social changes also contributed to many of his customers seeking the comfort of food to deal with the uncertainty.
 
Currently, David Regan is targeting his practice in Atlanta to cater to those who still need help managing weight from home and through gyms slowly opening their doors again. 

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Reputation experts at ICMediaDirect recommend that companies monitor online activities regularly

New York, NY – August 29, 2020 /MarketersMedia/ —

ICMediaDirect, a PR and internet reputation management company, is shifting the way businesses handle knowledge about their brand. The award-winning firm recently revealed the key pillars of managing online reputations while many organizations are struggling to formulate viable, responsive digital media campaigns. The company’s strategic efforts not only suppress unfavorable publicity in search engine results, but they have given hope to hundreds of companies and individuals who wish to project a positive message online.

Reputation experts at ICMediaDirect recommend that companies monitor online activities regularly so that a reputation management plan can be implemented as quickly as possible. By keeping a close eye on brand mentions and online reviews, brands, individuals, and agencies can be proactive in their approach to online reputation management. Using a variety of monitoring tools will make the task easier and more efficient. Google Alerts allows users to receive email updates on the latest Google results featuring brand mentions. To monitor activities connected to a brand on various social media platforms, entities should use the Social Mention tool that keeps track of selected keywords.

Managing information appearing on the internet is a key pillar of online reputation management. Professionals at ICMediaDirect recommend claiming all online listings connected to the brand on various platforms, including local directories, Google Places and other locations that provide such information. Although companies have little control over what other people say on social media, they can influence the conversation by focusing on proactive brand messaging. ICMediaDirect team advocates the incorporation of the latest marketing technologies, such as storytelling techniques and videos. A combination of innovative photography and building a coherent narrative raises engagement creates an opportunity for businesses to build trust and the right image.

ICMediaDirect is an online reputation and content marketing agency with offices in New York City and Washington, DC. A leading firm in the industry, it has helped clients all over the world improve their brand’s potential with online reputation management since 1996. It was awarded the New York Excellence Award by the SBIEC yet again this year due to its knowledge and experience in SEO and creating compelling content. ICMediaDirect attends a variety of marketing conferences and events throughout the year, including Affiliate Summit, SES, and LeadsCon, often sharing its expertise and marketing methods with individuals and corporations from all over the world.

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The International Ballet Festival of Miami has become recognized as one of the world’s premier ballet events.

Miami, FL – August 29, 2020 /MarketersMedia/ —

The 24th edition of the annual International Ballet Festival in Miami-Dade County will take place during July and August. It will be joined by more than 200 artists from more than 20 companies. South Beach Hotel has an ideal location in South Beach Miami, and offered ballet lovers attending the event, the quintessential Miami hotel experience with affordable luxury accommodations.

The International Ballet Festival of Miami has become recognized as one of the world’s premier ballet events. Featuring dancers from ballet companies based in Europe, Asia, Latin America, and North America, performances took place at top-tier Miami venues such as the Amaturo Theater Broward Center for the Performing Arts, the Miami-Dade County Auditorium, and the Manuel Artime Theater. Programs included the International Ballet Festival youth Gala; the Contemporary Performances; the Etoiles Classical Grand Gala Performance, in which principal Dancers from more than 15 companies from around the world will be in the spotlight; and a closing ceremony that will offer both performances and an awards ceremony.

Besides fantastic live performances, the festival also hosted workshops on weekdays with national and international ballet masters offering instruction to both intermediate and advanced students, while giving the chance to invited students to learn new techniques in the Dance Master classes. In the Art Exhibit Series, works inspired by dance from renowned artists were on display while the Dance Film Series remained one of the festival’s most highly anticipated events. The festival is presented by the Miami Hispanic Ballet Company, a non-profit dance organization founded by world-renowned dancer, choreographer, and director Pedro Pablo Peña. With achievements such as major stage and film choreography, the foundation of art centers and ballets, and the development and promotion of dance both in Miami and his native country, Cuba; Peña has been honored with many accolades including the ‘key to the city’ to both the City of Miami and Miami Beach.

Festival attendees found the recently renovated South Beach Hotel is in the prime location for their visit to Miami and offered a great deal on perfect accommodations for the ballet fans, who appreciate art in all its forms. The hotel is not only a few steps away from the main festival venue, Colony Theater, but also just a few minutes’ drive away from the rest of the auditoriums and theaters. Also within walking distance is the world-famous Miami City Ballet, one of the largest ballet companies in the United States.

South Beach Hotel is located in Miami’s exclusive Collins Park neighborhood and offers luxury accommodations at a amazingly affordable price. A perfect example of the ‘Streamline’ Art Deco style, it was ensured that during its recent renovation the 51-room luxury boutique hotel retained its stunning appearance and would continue on as one of the jewels of South Beach’s historic Art Deco district. Hotel amenities including croquet sets, bicycles, and beach chairs are available to all guests, along with access to a private beach and rooftop pool.

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Some scholars have argued that religion-based business ethics is a concept irrelevant to non-believers

Aliso Viejo, CA – August 29, 2020 /MarketersMedia/ —

A number of the world’s most successful company founders based their business decisions and practices on religious beliefs. Some of these entrepreneurs are Sam Walton (Walmart), John Willard Marriott (Marriott Hotels), John Tyson (Tyson Foods), and Truett Cathy (Chick-fil-A). Max Weber, a German sociologist, published a seminal book in 1905, in which he argued that the Protestant work ethic facilitated the rise of modern capitalism in Northern Europe as it prompted many people to pursue success and prosperity in the secular world. Over the following decades, scholars began examining more actively the relation between religion and business ethics, most of them concluding that the values and principles underlying the major global religions can be integrated into business practices with highly positive outcomes. Despite their differences, these belief systems invariably promote hard work, integrity, compassion, and social responsibility, all of which are values that have grown tremendously in importance over the last 20 years. Financial expert and published author whose book, Faithful with Much: Breaking Down the Barriers to Generous Giving, is now available on Amazon in Kindle, Hardcover, and Paperback formats, Tony Amaradio is convinced that religion can be a force for good in the business sphere, as demonstrated by his own professional success and personal achievements.

Some scholars have argued that religion-based business ethics is a concept irrelevant to non-believers and inapplicable in the secular corporate world. However, faith can still have a positive impact since it introduces universal values which help build inclusive, motivated, and empathetic work environments, Tony Amaradio points out. Corporate social responsibility (CSR), for example, has become one of the principal policy issues in modern business, and its origin can be traced back to the philanthropic activities of the first American tycoons. Charitable giving and community support are endeavors promoted by all major religions, along with values such as tolerance, diligence, and the pursuit of personal betterment. Devout business leaders get inspiration from their beliefs, prioritizing sustainability, equal opportunity, fair treatment, and fitting rewards for contribution. Companies run by such people tend to have fiercely loyal employees and are held in high regard, both by the public and their competitors.

One study in particular revealed the positive influence of faith (in this case, Christianity) on business ethics, indicating that spiritual values remain strong within the younger generations although they may be wary of accepting religious labels. Jenny Main and Emily Lean of Union University focused on Millennials, who are expected to comprise 75% of the global workforce by 2025. As the report notes, this generation is strongly entrepreneurial, but the desire to succeed does not come at the cost of sacrificing morality and personal values. “Christian Millennials are engaging the business world from a perspective entirely different from their forefathers, a behavior common among this individualistic generation […] They are not interested in work for work’s sake but rather concern themselves more with charity work, social responsibility, and increasing consumer value. As far as this group seems to be concerned, people come first, then profit.” The authors write in the concluding part of their report, “Of all the groups compared, Christians and non-Christians had the greatest significant difference in their means on the work values and work ethic portions of the survey […] [The] numbers seem to support the idea that religion has a noticeable influence on work ethic for this generation.”

Financial expert and dedicated philanthropist Tony Amaradio is the founder and leader of Select Portfolio Management Inc and Select Money Management Inc, where he employs an innovative integrated strategy to maximize results for clients. Following the receipt of a BBA from the University of Michigan and an MBA from the University of Detroit, he commenced his career in the financial services industry, developing his talent over time to garner a stellar reputation and become recognized as a visionary and an inspirational leader. He and his wife Carin are passionate supporters of charitable causes and are often invited to speak at events hosted by non-profit organizations, many of which rely on his expertise to optimize their capacities and thus improve their effectiveness.

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When it comes to advertising technology, programmatic has emerged as one of the most important developments in this field

Los Angeles, CA – August 29, 2020 /MarketersMedia/ —

Because digital is constantly increasing its share of total advertising spend, it is imperative for marketers to know how to use new formats. They also need to find ways to deliver their artistic work while making a profit as well. Since the earliest days of the industry, ad space buying has been pivotal to the success of brand campaigns, and placement has become even more crucial in the digital age, which has led to exponential growth in programmatic advertising. “The current global pandemic has undeniably affected all sectors of the global economy, and the advertising industry has been no exception. As companies grapple with eroding revenues, previous growth projections are being downgraded, but a streak of optimism remains,” comments Daniel Yomtobian, an entrepreneur and business leader with an impressive track record in the online media space. “The disruption created by the pandemic has only accelerated the digital transformation and the demand for online services, which should play to the advantage of advertisers when the economy rebounds towards the end of 2020, as anticipated.”

When it comes to advertising technology, programmatic has emerged as one of the most important developments in this field and a designated key driver of future growth for the industry. As defined by the Digital Marketing Institute, “Programmatic ad buying […] is the use of software to buy digital advertising. Whereas the traditional method includes requests for proposals, tenders, quotes, and human negotiation, programmatic buying uses machines and algorithms to purchase display space.” The results of this automation are a hugely expanded reach, far greater transparency, advanced targeting, sharply improved relevance, real-time reporting, and data insights. Given these benefits, it is hardly surprising that programmatic has become one of the fastest-growing ad market segments, and once the global economy returns to normal, spending in this area should quickly recover, according to Daniel Yomtobian. It will probably take slightly longer to reach the levels forecast in the pre-pandemic days, but growth is inevitable, especially with the additional boon provided by the arrival of 5G and the continuous launch of direct-to-consumer streaming services.

In 2019, the market for programmatically sold advertising topped $100 billion in value, according to Zenith. The company forecast an increase to $127 billion in 2020, with another $20 billion added by end-2021. Moreover, it projected that the share of programmatic within total digital media spend would rise from 65% in 2019 to 69% in 2020 and cross 72% in 2021. Commenting on the outlook, Zenith global brand president Matt James said, “The ongoing death of the cookie means that the industry needs to rethink the way we design targeting and personalization while respecting consumers. High-quality, first-party data is more vital to the success of programmatic marketing than ever before.” James also highlighted a number of issues, noting, “Although programmatic ad spend continues to grow at double-digit rates, it is being hindered as the industry struggles with privacy and supply-chain challenges. Once these challenges have been addressed, programmatic marketing has the potential to accelerate again during the next decade.”

Starting out as a web designer, Daniel Yomtobian quickly realized that his true passion was online advertising. Considered a pioneer and innovator in this space, he has dedicated himself to helping advertisers and publishers maximize their ROI and successfully monetize their solutions. In 2014, C-Suite Quarterly described him as a “…young leader [who] will continue to play an important role in shaping the online world of tomorrow.” Daniel Yomtobian studied business marketing at California State University-Northridge.

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