Wednesday, October 4, 2017

Youngevity Expands it's Services Offerings

Kevin Surbaugh

Baldwin City, KS -- Baldwin City resident Kevin Surbaugh an Independent Distributor for  Youngevity International, (NASDAQ:  YGYI), told the Gazette that the direct sales company now is offering a number of services through a recently launched Service Division. These services will be offered individually and in various combinations to give both distributors and customers options price breaks. Surbaugh said, while he loves the health products, he is excited about all the service options that are now available.
Youngevity launched its Services Division last year through an acquisition of David Allen Capital which represents a variety of lenders providing capital to small businesses. Since being acquired by Youngevity in April of 2016 David Allen Capital has arranged $8 million of loans to small businesses throughout the United States. If you own a business and need a loan or credit processing check out the easy application process, even if others won't talk to you.
On the success of David Allen Capital, the services division quickly expanded into Telemedicine via the launch of Youngevity Telecare.  Their website touts big savings and the convenience of round-the-clock access to virtual doctor visits with U.S. board-certified doctors and pediatricians.
Have an actual video doctor appointment on your smart phone, computer or simply talk via your telephone. Prescriptions are even provided when appropriate.
 Check out TeleCare today.
You can even get a free Rx card that will help you save up to 85% on Prescription drug prices. One user named Howard reported that he checked pricing for one prescription at his local Walmart and
found it was  $240 for a one-month supply with no insurance,  $45 for a one-month supply through Medicare Advantage and $50 for a three-month supply with the Rx card. While results may vary, it is easy to see that you could save big, Sometimes even more than with insurance You can print a digital Rx Card here.

Just click the print here button on the page.



Youngevity Cart Ripple is an app based shopping assistant that allows its users to earn cash back while fin (but not always).ding the most economical prices online. If you shop online at all, you probably are looking for the best deal. With this app on your desktop browser or your mobile device, you can get cash back from many of trusted sites you already shop. Check out  Surbaugh said that while the cashback may not sound like a lot, it all adds up.  In many locations, the tollway only charges a quarter, which may not sound like a lot, but it adds up to millions for those locations.   If you shop online and would love to get cashback Surbaugh encourages you to check out CartRipple today.  The only to way to join is accept a referral or already be a Youngevity member.

Identity Theft
The Identity Theft product offers two levels of protection to help halt fraud before any real damage is done by detecting the harmful use of your personal information.  Even offering a 100% satisfaction guarantee towards restoration in the event a breach does occur. With the recent hack of Equifax, nearly half of all Americans have had their identity compromised, making this service all the more important to get, Surbaugh explained.

Roadside Assistance
Their Roadside offers emergency roadside service. According to their website, their professional network of dispatchers is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, throughout the United States, Puerto Rico and Canada. All for only $159.99 per year compared to the $205 AAA charges. For more information.

Tech Support
According to their website, for a small annual fee, their tech support service is cheaper than that of Geek Squad. The service says that they have “Level 3” technicians standing by to help members save time with our “1 and Done” tech support solution for all of your technology devices.

The communication services are powered by Telegration to help prospective business customers to find the best deal in their area to meet their unique needs. For more information click here.


Monday, September 25, 2017

Farm Credit Services of America and Frontier Farm Credit Names New President

Press Release


OMAHA, NEBRASKA – Farm Credit Services of America (FCSAmerica) and Frontier Farm Credit today named Mark Jensen as incoming president and chief executive officer of the customer-owned financial cooperatives.  Jensen, the Associations’ chief risk officer, will assume his new role on November 1, 2017.  He succeeds Doug Stark, who is retiring.

Jensen joined FCSAmerica in 1992 and has held senior vice president positions with the Association for the past 16 years.  He was named senior vice president – chief risk officer in 2013.  Jensen was instrumental in modernizing FCSAmerica’s credit process and implementing an enterprise risk management framework, and today provides executive leadership of the Associations’ risk management, credit, and appraisal teams.  He graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with a degree in agricultural economics.

About Farm Credit Services of America and Frontier Farm Credit
FCSAmerica and Frontier Farm Credit are customer-owned financial cooperatives proud to finance the growth of rural America, including the special needs of young and beginning producers.  FCSAmerica provides credit and insurance services to farmers, ranchers, agribusiness and rural residents in Iowa, Nebraska, South Dakota and Wyoming.  Frontier Farm Credit serves eastern Kansas.  Learn more at www.fcsamerica.com and www.frontierfarmcredit.com
 
 

Tuesday, September 19, 2017

Governor Brownback Responds to Wichita Shooting at KDOR Office

Press Release


WICHITA--Governor Sam Brownback released the following statement Tuesday after Kansas Department of Revenue tax agent Cortney Holloway suffered multiple gunshot wounds at the Wichita Twin Lakes KDOR office after having performed an asset seizure earlier that day.

“This is a state employee who was doing his job and enforcing the law. I ask everyone to join Mary and I in praying for Cortney and his family,” Governor Brownback said. “I’m thankful for Cortney’s work and thankful for the police officers who apprehended the suspect.”

The tax office at Twin Lakes where the shooting took place will be closed the rest of the week. The Twin Lakes Driver’s License office adjacent to the tax office will not be open on Wednesday, but will reopen for normal operations on Thursday. 

“This is a shocking event for our KDOR family, and we ask for everyone’s prayers and understanding as we support our employees and get them the help they need to process this event,” said Revenue Secretary Sam Williams.

Counseling resources are being provided for KDOR employees.

Saturday, August 26, 2017

Walmart and the Walmart Foundation Announce at least $1 million towards Hurricane Harvey Relief and Recovery

BusinessWire

Bentonville, AR - In anticipation of Hurricane Harvey, Walmart and the Walmart Foundation have made a commitment to provide support for relief efforts through cash and product donations of at least $1 million to organizations helping in response to the severe weather impacting Texas and Louisiana. As a part of this commitment, Walmart is working closely with organizations like the American Red Cross, Salvation Army, and Convoy of Hope while coordinating efforts with elected officials and governmental entities to help meet the needs of those affected. We are supporting these organizations in addressing immediate needs in the community and will continue to monitor in the coming days to provide additional assistance.
“We are concerned for the people in the path of this potentially devastating storm,” said Kathleen McLaughlin, Chief Sustainability Officer at Walmart and President of the Walmart Foundation. “We are actively supporting local response efforts and will continue to be there for our customers, friends, family, fellow associates and neighbors in the Gulf Coast.”
Walmart has a long history of providing aid in times of disasters, helping communities prepare and recover by donating emergency supplies, such as food and water, home and personal products. Since 2005, Walmart and the Walmart Foundation have donated more than $60 million in cash and in-kind donations in response to disaster events.

Westar Energy Declares Dividend.


Topeka, Kan. – The Westar Energy, Inc. (NYSE:WR) Board of Directors today declared a quarterly dividend of 40 cents per share payable October 2, 2017, on .the company’s common stock. The dividends are payable to shareholders of record as of September 8, 2017.

Wednesday, August 16, 2017

Thank You Global Financial Solutions

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Friday, August 4, 2017

Sugarfina Closes $35 Million Growth Equity Financing


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Sugarfina Close$35 Million Growth Equity Financing
to Further Develop E-commerce and Mobile Platforms & International Expansion
Luxury candy boutique continues to disrupt $200 billion global confections industry

LOS ANGELES, August 3, 2017 – Sugarfina, the luxury confections brand, today announced it has closed a $35 million growth equity financing from private equity firm Great Hill Partners, bringing the company's total funding to over $50 million. Great Hill Partners' Managing Partner Michael Kumin and Partner Peter Garran will join the Sugarfina Board of Directors. Imperial Capital led the process.
The new funding will be used to continue scaling the omnichannel brand across web, mobile, retail, wholesale, and corporate gifting, as well as to expand internationally to the Middle East, Europe, and Asia. Sugarfina currently operates in the U.S. and Canada and will begin its overseas expansion in early 2018.
Sugarfina launched online in the summer of 2012 and has since grown to 24 boutiques and 14 shop-in-shops in North America. The brand is known for its innovative confectionary creations including recent collaborations with Casamigos Tequila and Pressed Juicery.  In 2016, Sugarfina launched Whispering Angel Rosé gummy bears, which sold-out in two hours and generated an 18,000-person wait list.
Sugarfina's on-trend approach to candy, paired with its strong omnichannel distribution, has propelled the brand to become the fastest-growing confections retailer globally. After posting nearly $25 million in revenue in 2016, Sugarfina is on track to double its revenue in 2017.
"Great Hill is a fantastic partner that deeply understands our customer and how she shops," said Sugarfina co-founders Rosie O'Neill and Josh Resnick. "We are confident that together we will continue to grow the brand and connect with our customers across the globe."
"Sugarfina is a proven disruptor in a huge industry that hasn't seen a lot of innovation," said Peter Garran, Partner of Great Hill Partners. "While many established brands are struggling in today's retail environment, Sugarfina is thriving due to their innovative products, distinctive branding, and unique, experiential approach to luxury confections.  We are excited to partner with Rosie, Josh, and the entire Sugarfina team."
About Sugarfina:
Sweethearts Rosie O'Neill and Josh Resnick had dreamed of opening a luxury candy boutique ever since their third date, a screening of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory.  They fell in love over the unique and delicious candies they tasted while traveling and were inspired to bring a new concept in gourmet candy to the United States. Named one of the world's most beautiful candy shops by Architectural Digest, Sugarfina opened its first boutique in November 2013 in Beverly Hills and now operates 24 boutiques and 14 Nordstrom shop-in-shops across North America in major cities such as Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, Boston, Chicago, and Vancouver.  Before Sugarfina, Rosie and Josh had every kid's dream job - Rosie was the Director of Marketing for Barbie, and Josh was the co-founder and President of Pandemic Studios, a major video game developer. To learn more about Sugarfina, visit www.sugarfina.com or follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @sugarfina.
About Great Hill Partners:
Great Hill Partners is a Boston-based private equity firm that has raised over $5 billion in commitments since inception to finance the acquisition, recapitalization, or expansion of growth companies in the communications, financial technology, healthcare, information services, Internet, media, retail, consumer, and software industries. Great Hill targets investments of $25 million to $200 million. For more information, visit www.greathillpartners.com.