Manhattan, NY – On October 12 2015, FiveEight Apparel launched a Kickstarter campaign for their new line of proportionate, better fitting clothing for men up to FiveEight. The company’s first line features The Five Eight Chino, The 925 Shirt and the Weekender.

“33% of the US Adult male population is under 5’8″ making it one of the most underserved markets in fashion,” says co-founder Elizabeth Stoian, “We are changing that with our first line created of clothing that is proportionately re-designed for the shorter male. We are looking at every aspect of our garment such as the sleeves, length and tapers points to create the best fitting clothing for our market.”

FiveEight came about after some big realizations about the current state of the fashion industry. In today’s fashion world, there is a lack diversity in the representation of size and body type, as well as racial diversity. This lack of diversity leads to an image that is marketed and sold to the masses but is not representative of the diverse world that we live in today.

Designed in New York and made in the USA, this initial line caters to men that are 5’8” and under. This is a first step in the right direction of where FiveEight Apparel wants to be, and the team is inviting the Kickstarter community to join in and contribute to this project.

“We are creating a brand, but more importantly, we are building a platform to celebrate and promote diversity in fashion,” explains Michael Valdez, Founder, “FiveEight Apparel was created with diversity at its core and we are incorporating this principle into all aspects of our business including: models, designers, influencers, decision makers and the clothing itself.”

In exchange for pledging to the project, backers can gain access to a variety of rewards including a #Fashiondiversity campaign bracelet and a chance to vote on the next collection for $10, a campaign t-shirt and bracelet with exclusive pre-order access to the Spring Collection for $50 and more. Backers can also pledge the early bird price of $75 for one pair of Chinos or a button down and $500 for one of every item in the collection!

For more information, please visit the Kickstarter page here or contact the creator below.

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Murfreesboro, TN – On October 22 2015, Alina Burleyson launched a Kickstarter campaign for Pets’ Friends Jewelry Company, a design studio specializing in custom one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces centered around your pet.

“You send us a photo of your beloved pet and I design a 3D work of art that I place into a piece of jewelry so you can always keep them close,” says Burleyson, “We offer the custom work in two choices either a pendant or charm. You pick the shape of your pendant or charm to put your pet’s image onto. The available shapes are round, oval, or rectangle.”

The inspiration for this project came from the creator’s first beloved pet, a French bulldog named Sam. After receiving positive feedback from her early sales, Burleyson was confident that each of us has or had a special furry friend that you would always want to remember. Now she has turned to crowdfunding to share her unique pendants with a larger audience. With this Kickstarter project there is no better way to memorialize your pet.

Here is how the process works. You send the company a high resolution photo of your pet and they take that digital image and make a 3D model of the photo. The piece is designed using the 3D digital image of your pet that is incorporated into a piece of Jewelry. Once the design is complete, the piece is 3D printed to form a mold and cast it in your choice of metal. The better the photo of your pet the better result and finer the details of the finished piece will be.

“After years of studying jewelry design and working in the jewelry industry I wanted to combine my passion of jewelry design and love of animals so I came up with a concept of bringing my two favorite things together,” the creator explains.

In exchange for pledging to the project, backers can gain access to a variety of rewards including a special signed thank you card from Alina and her dog (Daisy) for $15, a silver paw or bone charm for $35 and more. Backers can also pledge $180 for a silver charm with your pet’s picture on it or $500 for a 14k yellow or white gold charm with your pet’s picture on it.

For more information, please visit the Kickstarter page here or contact the creator below.

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Austin, TX – On October 22 2015, Jeffrey Roberts launched a Kickstarter campaign for Beer Kennel, a CNC machined turbine AC cooled mini-kegerator that will not only tap mini kegs, but turn your bottled beer into draft!

“Beer Kennel makes it easy to bring draft beer into the home,” says the creator, “Our goal is to take the same workmanship which is used in aerospace and medical manufacturing and apply it towards Beer Kennel.”

Whether you want to use a mini keg or turn bottled beer into draft, Beer Kennel is the right solution for you! The stainless steel bottle draft tap easily snaps into bottled beer or you can use the mini keg tap system to securely fit the keg of your choice. Both of these connect to the draft line system to bring CO2 from the tank and serve beer through the faucet.

Now, the team has turned to the Kickstarter community to help fund the final improvements needed to bring the Beer Kennel to market.

“We have a working prototype, but there is still much to be done. However, we know exactly where we are going,” Roberts explains, “When you are a machinist or engineer, every day is solving a problem. So obviously limiting and handling problems in an efficient manner is key to success.”

In exchange for pledging to the project, backers can gain access to a variety of rewards including a titanium bottle opener for $25, an early bird Beer Kennel Basic for $99 and more! Backers can also pledge $175 for Beer Kennel Light (comes with frame and bottle draft system) or $275 for the fully loaded Beer Kennel (that comes with an upgraded draft flow faucet, frame, bottle draft system, turbine system, tank and regulator).

For more information please visit the Kickstarter page here or contact the creator below.

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O’Brien spoke to over 600 business leaders and entrepreneurs

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LOS ANGELES, CA – 30 Oct, 2015 – Walter O’Brien, the inspiration behind the CBS hit show Scorpion,and founder and CEO of international consulting firm, Scorpion Computer Services, delivered the keynote address at the 2015 Houston Technology Center Innovation Conference and Showcase in Houston, Texas.

More than 75 technology start-ups in the energy, life sciences, information technology, aerospace and nanotechnology sectors exhibited at the conference. More than 600 business leaders and tech entrepreneurs attended to hear O’Brien’s speech.

His address provided real examples of the problems and solutions he resolved for clients of Scorpion Computer Services, and ConciergeUp.com, Scorpion Computer Services public-facing arm. During a follow up question-and-answer session, one business leader asked O’Brien to predict the price of oil over the next five years. “Is this a funded question?” O’Brien responded, with the crowd applauding. O’Brien followed with an analysis of inventions, old and knew, that would lead to further pivoting in the energy sector.

“Our organization focuses on technology, innovation and entrepreneurs who aspire to make the world a better place,” said Walter Ulrich, CEO, Houston Technology Center. Walter O’Brien speaks to this by sharing his own success story in an inspirational and motivational way – leaving everyone with something to think about. We are privileged that he joined us at today’s Innovation Conference & Showcase.”

Of the event, O’Brien said, “It was my pleasure to deliver the keynote to the people of Houston. The energy, culture, and character of this great city power the world forward. The Houston Technology Center puts on a world-class event.”

O’Brien has come off a year of multiple awards and business launches, including a recent nomination from the City of Los Angeles mayor’s office for Irishman of the Year. He was also honored by the mayor of Kilkenny, Ireland. Earlier this year, O’Brien spun off Scorpion Studios to advise major motion pictures studios on technology in film, with clients that include Columbia Pictures and its upcoming Spiderman: Venom, film. He is also the executive producer of the hit television show, Scorpion, now in its second season.

ABOUT WALTER O’BRIEN

Walter O’Brien is the CEO of Scorpion Computer Services, CEO of Scorpion Studios, the founder of ConciergeUp.com, and the Executive Producer of Scorpion, the hit CBS-TV drama with over 26 million television viewers that is inspired by O’Brien’s life. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has certified Walter O’Brien as being a person of national interest to the United States and granted him an Extraordinary Ability EB 1-1 Visa. He has worked with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, plus Navy and Air Force systems to employ his artificial intelligence systems to protect American military personnel. In addition, he has worked with multiple Fortune 500 companies including the world’s largest mutual fund, Fujitsu, Trados, Oracle Corporation, Baltimore Technologies, and Critical Path. O’Brien serves as chairman or board member for Strike Force Solutions, Talentorum Alliance, and Lawloop.

O’Brien regularly donates his time and talent to helping charities and the community in general to encourage new generations to celebrate intelligence.

ABOUT HOUSTON TECHNOLOGY CENTER

Houston Technology Center is the hub of Houston’s early stage technology entrepreneurship. Each day, the staff and partners of HTC work closely with entrepreneurs and startup companies providing them with in-depth strategic and tactical business guidance, fundraising advice, and connecting them to opportunities and capital. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, HTC assists entrepreneurs within key sectors: energy, information technology, life sciences, nanotechnology, and NASA/aerospace.

For more information, visit www.houstontech.org

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30 Oct, 2015 – Structurflex, one of the world’s leading producers of fabric architecture, was recently recognized with the Outstanding Achievement Award for Frame-Supported Structures for work on Corinthians Arena in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

“It is always an honor to receive accolades, but we are especially honored to have received two awards from an organization as prestigious as the Industrial Fabrics Association International. We are very proud of our work on the Corinthians Arena project in particular, as it was a complex, large-scale undertaking that served an integral part in the 2014 World Cup. We were happy to help create a stadium for Brazil’s most popular sports brand, one that will leave a lasting impression on Corinthians fans and soccer fans worldwide,” said Paul Snustead, Business Development and Design Manager at Structurflex.

To complete the project, Structurflex partnered with fabric supplier and producer Ferrari S.A., engineer Werner Sobek, and Architect Anibal Continho, with Structurflex spearheading subcontracting, installation, and project management. The Arena site, located on the east side of Sao Paulo, was converted from a toxic industrial facility to a world class soccer and event space seating 48,000 to 68,000 people that hosted the opening ceremony of 2014’s World Cup. With an objective to create a state-of-the-art sports facility for Brazil’s largest and most renowned soccer team, The Corinthians, Structurflex provided a continuous smooth, thin, and lightweight PVC tensile membrane ceiling measuring 300,000 square foot [28,000 square meters] to visually conceal the roof structure and serve as a projection surface for opening ceremony events. As a fast track design build, the Corinthians project required coordination between several countries – five alone for the membrane portion of the project. Around-the-clock work commenced to ensure the highest quality performance in design, fabrication, and installation. To create a continuous smooth roof, Structurflex developed a custom extrusion, creating the illusion of a seamless panel transition. Installation of the ceiling membrane was particularly challenging; it had to occur from a net, upside down, to produce the desired effect.

In addition to the Outstanding Achievement Award for Frame-Supported Structures, Structurflex was recognized with an Outstanding Achievement Award for Facades for work on Northwestern University’s Visitor’s Center in Chicago, IL.

About Structurflex

Among the world’s leading producers of fabric architecture, Structurflex has over 75 years experience in designing, manufacturing, and installing ETFE, PTFE, and PVC tensile membrane structures and tensile facades internationally. Their immense understanding of the intersections of engineering, construction, and architecture ensures high quality, precision, and functionality. Currently, the company has operations in New Zealand, the United States, Malaysia, United Arab Emirates and Brazil.

To learn more about Structurflex, visit http://structurflex.com/

About IAA

For more than six decades, IAA has recognized excellence in design and innovation, highlighting truly spectacular work in the specialty fabrics and technical textiles industry. The International Achievement Awards competition is sponsored by IFAI, a not-for-profit trade association whose over 1,600 member companies represent the growing international specialty fabrics and technical textiles marketplace.

IFAI received a total of 293 entries from 11 countries that were submitted for 31 categories in this year’s competition. Winners were selected based on complexity, design, workmanship, uniqueness and function. Judges included industry experts, editors, architects, educators and design professionals who were chosen for their knowledge in a particular field of study or product area.

All entries receive prominent recognition at the IFAI Expo, the largest specialty fabrics trade show in the Americas. Winners receive additional publicity through coverage in IFAI magazines and press releases distributed to media professionals.

For photos and a detailed project description, visit ifai.com/iaa

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30 Oct, 2015 – Structurflex was recently recognized with the Outstanding Achievement Award for Façades for work on Northwestern University’s Visitor’s Center in Chicago, IL.

“We are honored to be recognized by such a notable organization as the IFAI. Though we are seasoned in the international design, fabrication, and installation of tensile structures and have a diverse project portfolio, we are particularly excited that this iconic project has received accolades in this year’s IAA,” said Paul Snustead, Business Development and Design Manager at Structurflex. “Both the Visitor’s Center and the adjoining parking garage are integral parts of the historic Northwestern’s campus, reflective of the university’s diversity, culture, and innovation.”

Work on the Visitor’s Center was completed with fabric supplier and producer Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics Corp., and architect Perkins + Will, with engineering, fabrication, subcontracting, installation, and project management handled by Structurflex. The University’s vision for the Sailing and Visitor Center encompassed a state-of-the-art parking structure serving an imminent need for a parking solution while making a signature statement. The tensile façade was designed to blend with the adjoining development of the Sailing and Visitor’s Center. The project features 94 panels, or approximately 10,000 square feet of PTFE membrane, that were custom-shaped to mimic a wave of water, evoking the sailing theme. Structurflex provided collaboration on the design, engineering of the sails and structural support, plus PTFE fiberglass fabrication and installation. Due to the need to avoid conflict with post-tensioned slabs and rebar in the concrete parking garage, Structurflex collaborated with the contractor to devise a solution for placement of the embedment anchors responsible for attaching the structural framing.

In addition to the Outstanding Achievement Award for Facades, Structurflex also received the Outstanding Achievement Award for Frame-Supported Structures for work on Corinthians Arena in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

About Structurflex

Among the world’s leading producers of fabric architecture, Structurflex has over 75 years experience in designing, manufacturing, and installing ETFE, PTFE, and PVC tensile membrane structures and tensile facades internationally. Their immense understanding of the intersections of engineering, construction, and architecture ensures high quality, precision, and functionality. Currently, the company has operations in New Zealand, the United States, Malaysia, United Arab Emirates and Brazil.

To learn more about Structurflex, visit http://structurflex.com/

About IAA

For more than six decades, IAA has recognized excellence in design and innovation, highlighting truly spectacular work in the specialty fabrics and technical textiles industry. The International Achievement Awards competition is sponsored by IFAI, a not-for-profit trade association whose over 1,600 member companies represent the growing international specialty fabrics and technical textiles marketplace.

IFAI received a total of 293 entries from 11 countries that were submitted for 31 categories in this year’s competition. Winners were selected based on complexity, design, workmanship, uniqueness and function. Judges included industry experts, editors, architects, educators and design professionals who were chosen for their knowledge in a particular field of study or product area.

All entries receive prominent recognition at the IFAI Expo, the largest specialty fabrics trade show in the Americas. Winners receive additional publicity through coverage in IFAI magazines and press releases distributed to media professionals.

For photos and a detailed project description, visit ifai.com/iaa

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Kickstarter Campaign Launching for Revolutionary Smart Luggage Scale

It’s time to smarten-up while travelling with Weigh-to-Fly, a revolutionary extendable luggage scale which sends real-time updates to your phone as you pack your case. It is the ideal travel companion to help you avoid excess baggage charges when you fly.

The device has an adjustable, lightweight, telescopic frame that slides and locks to fit whichever size case you want to take. Once the case is placed on top, the sensors in each of the corners send updates via Bluetooth to the traveller’s smartphone, allowing them to see instantly how close they are to their weight limit as they pack. The smartphone app contains details of every major airline’s weight restrictions so the user simply types in which airline they are flying with. It even takes account of the weight of the device (450g) and the scale’s unique “coat hanger” design means it can also serve as a clothes hanger when you get to your destination. Also incorporated is a proximity sensor, which sends a notification to your phone if you leave your case behind or move too far away from your luggage.

Weigh-to-Fly is the brainchild of Software Electronics Engineer Jamie Cruickshank: “One in five passengers are charged an average of £25 for excess baggage at the airport. In the UK alone, passengers forked out over £1.6 billion in charges in a single year. Multiply this globally and it is a huge problem. Not only is it costing passengers dearly but it causes stress, hassle and inconvenience at the airport.”

He added: “There are other products on the market but these have disadvantages. For example there are cases with the weighing mechanism built in. These limit you to using a single case whereas Weigh-to-Fly can be used with any piece of luggage. Other luggage scales can let you down. They give inaccurate results, break easily or require you to lift heavy bags in order to read the weight. Not to mention the repetitive process of zipping up and weighing your bag every time you add or remove something.”

To fund the development the team is launching a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign which aims to raise £50,000. Some of the rewards include early bird deals and a chance to visit the design team to collect your product in person.

For details of the campaign please visit www.weigh-to-f.ly/kickstarter

The retail price of Weigh-to-Fly is expected to be £69.99… a small price to pay to know you are not going to incur excess charges ever again!

For further information please visit our website www.weigh-to-f.ly

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