Politicians, economists, media and researchers from around the world will gather in Tunis from May 14 to 17 to take part in the Global Forum on Modern Direct Democracy. As the forum's media partner, SWI swissinfo.ch will report live from the event, and officially launch its microsite dedicated to direct democracy and its partner site, people2power.info.
The aim of the microsite swissinfo.ch/directdemocracy - online in 10 languages since December 2014 - is to inform readers about political rights and democratic processes so they can form their own opinions in order to play a greater role in the decision-making process. Switzerland's unique form of participative democracy is the focus of the site whereas people2power.info offers a global view.
To view the Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/players/English/7523351-swissinfo-direct-democracy-tunis/
Blanca Avalos, Co-Star in “House of Cards” http://youtu.be/8U-ULOX6jZM . Blanca Avalos is a professional SAG/AFTRA actor, working in film, television, and print. She recently booked a Co-Star role on
New Avon LLC (“Avon”) took over Columbus, Ohio as 6,000 Avon Representatives hit the capital city for the company’s annual “RepFest” Convention from July 26-29. Beauty bosses from all fifty states attended the three-day celebration – complete with exciting new product launches, valuable business-building seminars and recognition events honoring top Avon Representatives.
Avon Representatives were front and center during the conference as the brand unveiled its latest campaign catalog which honors and features Avon Representatives. From top-sellers to accomplished leaders, the first-of-its-kind catalog for the brand recognizes the Avon Representative community by highlighting the real people who are not only the cover models but also the role models. All Avon Representatives featured in the campaign attended RepFest and were celebrated for achieving their career goals having paved their own unique paths to success with the beauty brand.
To view the multimedia release go to:
https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8375451-avon-rep-fest-2018/
Equinix, Inc. (Nasdaq: EQIX), the global interconnection and data center company, today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Charles Meyers to the position of President and Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Meyers will also join Equinix’s Board of Directors. He succeeds Peter Van Camp, who has served as interim CEO since January 2018. Van Camp will resume his role as Executive Chairman of the Equinix Board of Directors.
To view the multimedia release go to:
https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8059152-equinix-charles-meyers-president-ceo/
http://epicecommercetools.com/2015/10/08/it-can-be-a-clear-path/ So you have a new product or service on the market…and it’s a good one. You might even have a stellar professional sales team in your employ or you might be a one man army filling that role yourself. But then again, if you’re like millions of entrepreneurs across the globe, you have a website doing some or maybe even all of this work for you. Regardless of what role your website plays in your sales process, it only stands to reason that you’re going to need it to perform. But, you know this already. You understand that increasing your conversion rates will increase your profit; it’s simple math.
The maker of Shell ROTELLA® engine oil is leading the effort to have the U.S. White House formally recognize the pickup truck as the “Official Vehicle of the United States.” To pay homage to the substantial role pickup trucks play in shaping our nation and working their way into all parts of our society, Shell is honoring the vehicle by leading a national Shell ROTELLA® campaign, entitled “Pickup Pride” which may forever change the way Americans view the pickup truck.
“The campaign celebrates the achievements of hard-working Americans and highlights the pickup truck, which for almost a century, continues to support those who have given their blood, sweat, and tears to help build our country,” said Megan Pino, Global Brand Manager for Shell ROTELLA® engine oil. “The pickup truck exemplifies America’s resilience and the work it takes to continue to build our communities and support our farms, both which deserve to be recognized.”
To view the multimedia release go to:
https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8157351-shell-rotella-pickup-truck-official-us-vehicle/
Texas Instruments (TI) (NASDAQ: TXN) today introduced the first all-in-one USB Type-C and USB Power Delivery (PD) controller, which integrates a port power switch and port data multiplexer. The TPS65982 USB PD controller is the only integrated circuit (IC) available that provides the full power path, operating as a Single- or Dual-Role Port and enabling a variety of host and device power implementations.
For applications requiring higher data rates, the TPS65982 can be combined with the 5.4-Gbps HD3SS460, the industry’s first USB Type-C cross-point switch. This solution enables USB connectors on either end of the cable to be flipped up or down, delivers power up to 100 W, and supports Alternate Modes to distribute video over DisplayPort from the host to the end device.
To view the multimedia news release visit
http://www.multivu.com/players/English/70647529-texas-instruments-usb-type-c/
For those using the “I don’t bake” excuse for not investing in a KitchenAid® Stand Mixer, the brand has introduced two new attachments that reinforce its role as the culinary center of the kitchen. A new Fresh Prep Slicer/Shredder attachment and Vegetable Sheet Cutter attachment will join more than a dozen other attachments used for grinding meat and grains, spiralizing and juicing, and making everything from ice cream to pasta.
“There’s no question that Stand Mixers have always been a kitchen essential for bakers,” notes Beth Robinson, senior manager of brand experience for KitchenAid. “But every cook should know that each KitchenAid® Stand Mixer model has an attachment-ready Power Hub that opens up a world of possibilities for making one appliance do the work of many.”
To view the multimedia release go to:
https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8013851-kitchenaid-stand-mixer-culinary-center/
IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, is renewing its relationship with actor/comedian Rob Riggle as the Holiday Inn Express® brand’s first-ever Creative Director. In a role created just for him, Riggle will tap into his wit and “smarts” to showcase the simple pleasures at Holiday Inn Express hotels that help guests enjoy a little bit of nice to help them leave ready for anything – like a restful night of sleep, an energizing breakfast or a good, fast cup of coffee at the push of a button.
The Holiday Inn Express brand will feature Riggle – actor, comedian and coffee connoisseur – in its latest Stay Smart® campaign spots. As his first order of business, Riggle is implementing the brand’s new beverage offering – a Keurig® K130 in-room brewing system in every guestroom – making morning coffee intake easier and faster than ever before for Holiday Inn Express guests. The new Keurig brewers are the first of several contributions from Riggle to follow in the coming months.
To view the multimedia release go to:
http://www.multivu.com/players/English/7789551-holiday-inn-express-keurig-brewers/
Construction is complete at A/D/O, a new 23,000 square-foot creative space, which opens to the public in Greenpoint, Brooklyn following the holiday season. At the core of A/D/O is its Design Academy, which aims to inspire pioneering work and be a forum for interdisciplinary debate. A/D/O will provide unique opportunities for professional development while inviting the broader public to explore design through a range of installations, exhibitions and events.
The Design Academy at A/D/O will offer an ambitious seasonal program geared towards design professionals, which stimulates relevant dialogue and new work through talks and workshops, special exhibitions and commissions and designer residencies. Its first program, entitled “Utopia vs. Dystopia: Designing Our Imagined Futures,” investigates the role design plays in a world of rapid change. Partnerships with design firms MOS Architects, OLIN, Stephen Burks Man Made and Turner-prize winning collective Assemble, as well as talks from Yves Behar and Alice Rawsthorn among others, are important components of this inaugural season, which will kick off with a three-day festival January 27-29, 2017.
To view the multimedia release go to:
http://www.multivu.com/players/English/7978851-a-d-o-opens-design-academy-greenpoint-brooklyn/
With the February launch of GOPO® Rosehip with Galactolipids, a natural, plant-based joint care supplement clinically proven to support joint health, the natural supplement is gaining traction and helping millions who suffer joint pain due to age, sports injuries, etc. Used extensively in Europe, GOPO is now available in the U.S. and proven effective in supporting long-term joint mobility and cartilage care.
GOPO Rosehip with Galactolipids is made from 100% specially-cultivated, natural rosehip using a patented extraction process and is the only product of its kind to contain a high level of galactolipids - a key component of the rosehip which may play a valuable role in the care of joints and joint tissues.
To view the multimedia release go to:
http://www.multivu.com/players/English/7918251-new-gopo-joint-care-all-natural-supplement/
Seatrade has selected Maersk Container Industry as the main supplier for its expanding reefer container fleet. The 4,000 new Star Cool Integrated™ reefers will be equipped with the latest technology to protect perishable cargo during long-distance transportation and keep energy consumption at a minimum.
The order of 4,000 new Star Cool Integrated reefers from Maersk Container Industry (MCI) will reinforce Seatrade’s perishable and sensitive cargo logistics, where durable and cutting-edge reefer technology is playing a vital role. Seatrade is a leader in specialised reefer services and the world’s largest specialised reefer carrier.
To view the multimedia release go to:
http://www.multivu.com/players/uk/7955051-mci-manufactures-new-integrated-reefers/
