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BLACK OWNED TEQUILA BRAND HAS LOCAL ROOTS

Uduimoh Umolu is the Chicagoan behind the tequila brand Jon Basil, which pays homage to his grandfather and the man who was instrumental in making Umolu’s father dream of coming to the United States possible.

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Uduimoh Umola is the co-founder of Jon Basil Tequila. He founded the spirits brand with partner Bellal Taher in 2018. Photos provided by Chantelle Zuniga

FASHION: A Pea In The Pod® Opens New Concept Stores In Chicago And New York City

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NEWS briefly BUCKNER MEASURE INCREASING ACCOUNTABILITY FOR ELECTED CHICAGO SCHOOL BOARD SIGNED INTO LAW A measure to strengthen the upcoming elected school board for the Chicago Public Schools (CPS), sponsored by state Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, was recently signed into law by Gov. JB Pritzker.

“For far too long, students and parents in Chicago had a school system that was not only unelected, but unaccountable,” Buckner said. “As Chicago prepares to transition from a school system controlled by political insiders to one elected by the people, it is paramount that we ensure that CPS enters a new era of accountability and transparency.”

Buckner sponsored Senate Bill 1784 to strengthen the elected school board law for CPS that was enacted earlier this year. SB 1784 requires CPS to commission an independent financial review with a report due to the General Assembly, Illinois State Board of Education, and other stakeholders by Oct. 2022. The measure also clarifies that Chicago school board members will serve without a salary or benefits.

Additionally, the law institutes a moratorium on school closures effective immediately and lasting until elected school board members take office.

JESSE WHITE EXTENDS DRIVER’S LICENSE AND ID CARD EXPIRATION DATES UNTIL MARCH 31, 2022 Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White announced that expiration dates for driver’s licenses and ID cards have been extended an additional three months – from Jan. 1, 2022, to March 31, 2022. This extension does not apply to commercial driver’s licenses (CDL) and CDL learner’s permits. White noted this will be the final extension.

“During the pandemic, my office has continued to serve the public, including face-to-face transactions, in a safe and responsible manner,” said White. “This extension is necessary as my office continues to address the heavy customer volume caused by the COVID-19 pandemic through expanded online services and the introduction of appointments at select Driver Services facilities.”

Public Act 102-678 authorizes the Secretary of State’s office to extend driver’s license and ID card expiration dates to March 31, 2022.

Throughout the pandemic, White’s office has launched a diversified effort to address the heavy customer demand at facilities caused by the ongoing pandemic by requiring appointments at select facilities and expanding online services. These efforts include: Requiring appointments at select Driver Services facilities for behind-the-wheel road tests, REAL IDs, standard driver’s licenses and ID cards. Customers may visit ilsos.gov for a list of participating facilities, as well as to schedule an appointment. New appointment slots will be available each day at ilsos.gov.

Expanding remote renewal for driver’s license and ID card holders. Since fall, the office has been mailing letters to eligible customers with expired driver’s licenses and ID cards requiring them to renew online, by phone or by mail. The office estimates that this will eliminate the need for approximately 1 million people to visit a facility.

Urging the public to consider using online services at ilsos.gov instead of visiting a facility for transactions such as purchasing license plate stickers, obtaining a duplicate driver’s license or ID card, and renewing driver’s licenses and ID cards, including REAL IDs, for those who are eligible.

As a reminder, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security has extended the federal REAL ID deadline to May 3, 2023.

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Uduimoh Umolu is the Chicagoan behind the tequila brand Jon Basil, which pays homage to his grandfather and the man who was instrumental in making Umolu’s father dream of coming to the United States possible.

Umolu wanted to jump into the spirits space. He understands the importance of brand building and ownership. He has been working in the music space and event space.

He started to realize the cultural capital.

With the rise of social media in 2014-2015, Umolu and his partner Belall Taher started working on the tequila. Social media allowed Umolu and Taher to connect with the community directly.

Tequila has always been Umolu’s drink of choice. Because tequila comes from 100% pure agave, it is one of the cleanest spirits someone can drink. There is a cultural, traditional and artistry that goes into crafting tequila.

“It was always tequila for us, we never wavered on that. If we started a spirit it would be tequila,” he said.

Umola and Taher went down to Mexico.

At the time they started Jon Basil, there were very few privately owned tequila brands in the U.S. market and even less owned by people of color.

Umola and Taher were 22 and 23 years old when they went to Mexico. They really did their homework, taking a lot of time to do research. They were able to learn from an established, well-known distiller in Mexico, Felipe Camarena, who taught them about the process, craft and tradition of distilling tequila. As they learned and people realized they knew what they were talking about, they made more headway into the space.

“We had to kind of prove ourselves and that took time. Knowing what we know now, we, probably could’ve done it a lot quicker. But, back then, it took us about four years before we were able to really launch our product,” he said. Umola describes the process as interesting but wouldn’t trade it for anything.

Black people founding spirit companies has started to progress in recent years.

Umola wants more transparency in the spirits space. He points out that there are about seven major family brands that own smaller brands. Being outside of that it is extremely difficult to make headway, with the way the spirits industry is regulated.

“Just in general, to be an independent spirit is already kind of crazy, but then to be Black and building it and to be in your 20’s, it just makes a lot of things more difficult, but we tried to use that to our advantage,” he said.

Umola knew once they proved them-

A tequila brand co-founded by Uduimoh Umola and Bellal Tehar in 2018 after a trip to Jalisco, Mexico. Photos provided by Chantelle Zuniga

selves, launched the brand and were able to connect with consumers, those consumers would feel the authenticity. He says the authenticity is something that cannot be replicated. He adds, “understanding who you’re connecting with is different when you’re actually part of the community you’re connecting with.”

Once Jon Basil made it to market, Umola started with one or two stores, which included Kimbark Beverage. Umola met Kimbark owner Jonathan Swain from working events in the community as a multicultural marketer for Jack Daniels. Taher’s family has owned Matteson Wine & Spirits for more than 15 years, and the store started to carry Jon Basil.

As Jon Basil started to grow, Umola and Taher pulled from their network. They got the opportunity to sit down with Binny’s Beverage Depot. Jon Basil sold out the first weekend it was in the stores. It opened up the door to more Binny’s locations.

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Umola’s advice to other entrepreneurs who want to enter the spirit space: Take the time to get the right education. He went to work for spirits companies to see what they were doing and who was doing it right. He wanted to understand how consumers engaged with the products. The other thing is to have perseverance. Before Jon Basil went to market, it failed.

“That’s why we always say, ‘keep dreaming forward,’ because you really just have to have that perseverance and if you know every failure, every hurdle, or every door that closed on your journey, if you understand that’s just something you have to get through, as opposed to giving up, eventually you’ll get to a point where your idea or your concept for your brand, or your product, or your spirit is realized. Once that dream is realized from there, it’s just keep going, keep putting one foot in front of the other,” he said.

For more information, visit jonbasil.com.

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POLITICAL Affairs Illinois Senate Majority Leader Lightford announces Jan. 1 increase in minimum wage

GENETWORx has performed over 8.5 million COVID-19 tests. PRNewsfoto/Genetworx Laboratories.

GENETWORx Labs Announces Testing Capacity and Availability - To Assist Employers, Consultants Available to Design Testing Programs to Meet OSHA Deadline; Antigen and PCR Tests Available NEW YORK, MALVERN, Pa. and GLEN ALLEN, Va., PRNewswire -- With last week’s reinstatement of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s “Shots or Tests” Employer Mandate and the surge of COVID-19 variants across the country, corporations with one hundred or more employees have less than a month to establish a COVID-19 testing program for unvaccinated workers. Moreover, accelerating Omicron variant cases across the country have Americans scrambling to get tested before family gatherings.

“Early in the pandemic, GENETWORx invested in developing significant capacity for COVID-19 testing.”

While lines for testing and lack of supply have made the headlines, GENETWORx, a national laboratory and healthcare services company, announced today that it currently has testing capacity from previous investment in infrastructure to help meet the demand for testing and assist both corporations and individuals.

“We started out as a national laboratory and, early in the pandemic, we invested in developing significant capacity for COVID-19 testing to build on what we already had,” said Steven Crossley, Head of Strategy for GENETWORx. “Since 2020, we have been adding tests, services, infrastructure, and technology which has led to expertise and innovation in all areas of the COVID-19 testing space, with particular emphasis in corporate testing.”

GENETWORx’ specialization in corporate testing includes successful ongoing testing programs at Fortune 500 employers, universities, assisted living facilities, state and government organizations, small businesses and K-12 schools. The company also developed, in partnership with Nucleus Healthcare, an app that ties together all aspects of the testing program in a comprehensive digital management system. The app was built on a software platform called Aura which provides results record keeping and reporting that can be used for managing state and federal compliance requirements as well as allowing patients or providers to easily access test results from an online portal. For more

information on GENETWORx corporate testing programs, call (844)277-3284.

Individuals who need COVID-19 testing immediately, with or without symptoms, can order rapid antigen tests delivered to homes or businesses for $49. The DIY COVID-19 test kits are available to both adults and minors with results available while in the comfort of your home within fifteen minutes.

The kits contain two pre-filled test collection tubes and two nasal swabs which are sent via complimentary Fed Ex delivery within two business days of order. To learn more or order a test kit, visit our website here.

Additionally, individuals and organizations in New York City (345 Park Avenue South, New York, NY) or in suburban Philadelphia (650 Carnegie Blvd, Malvern, PA 19355) can get tested for COVID-19 at Test Now and Go collection sites open to the public. Each test is administered by a collection specialist and processed by GENETWORx. Businesses can also arrange a block of scheduled tests for their workers at Test Now and Go. Additionally, individuals can book their own Test Now and Go appointments here. These locations offer rapid antigen and rapid PCR tests in under 30 minutes and traditional PCR tests with results in 12-24 hours. Insurance reimbursement for COVID-19 tests is subject to specific health plan terms. GENETWORx can provide an itemized receipt for services if you wish to submit a claim for reimbursement. For more information or to schedule an appointment, visit testnowandgo.com.

GENETWORx is a fully integrated CAP accredited laboratory which is certified according to the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment (CLIA) for high complexity molecular testing. In addition to COVID-19 testing, the company also provides pharmacogenomic DNA genotyping and infectious disease testing. The laboratory offers an all-inone combination influenza/COVID-19/RSV test, a PCR saliva test, and antibody testing for the COVID-19 virus. Please visit Genetworx.com for further information and follow us on Linked In. www.citizennewspapergroup.com

Illinois Senate Majority Leader Kimberly A. Lightford (D-Maywood), is excited to announce the new $12 per hour minimum wage in Illinois is starting Jan. 1, 2022.

“Even before the pandemic, many working families were struggling,” Lightford, chief sponsor of the 2019 law raising the minimum wage, said.

“This increase won’t solve all of their problems, but it will surely help.”

Public Act 101-1 was signed into law in 2019, putting the state on the path to a $15 per hour minimum wage by 2025. So far, there have been three increases to the minimum wage.

Minimum wage workers are being encouraged to keep a close eye on their paychecks in the new year to ensure all time worked in 2022 reflects the new $12 per hour minimum wage.

In Chicago, the minimum wage is already $15 per hour for employers that have 21 or more employees. It’s $14 per hour for smaller businesses.

The new law maintains provisions for employers to count gratuities to offset wages for workers, such as food servers, who regularly earn tips.

Tipped employees may be paid 60% of the hourly minimum wage.

However, these workers must still earn the minimum wage after receiving tips or the employer will make up the difference.

Workers under 18 years old who work fewer than 650 hours in a year will earn a minimum wage of $9.25 per hour beginning Jan. 1. The youth minimum wage rate will gradually rise to $13 per hour by 2025.

“Every year, the minimum wage goes up, and every year, employees need to check their paychecks after Jan. 1,” Lightford said. “Some employers may make honest mistakes, but don’t be afraid to report it if they don’t increase your pay.”

All employers in Illinois are required to post the “Your Rights Under Illinois Employment Laws” where notices to employees are regularly posted. The color poster, which also covers other Illinois labor laws, can be found here in English and Spanish: Illinois Labor Laws Employees with problems regarding the minimum wage can file a complaint with the Illinois Department of Labor at the following link: Minimum Wage Complaints or call 312-793-2800.

State Senator Patrick Joyce Reminds Illinois Drivers About Extended Driver's license and ID Card Expiration Dates State Senator Patrick Joyce (D-Essex) is reminding Illinois drivers they will now have an additional three months to renew their licenses.

“It’s important to take as many steps to slow the spread of COVID-19 as we can,” Joyce said. “There’s no rush to get to a facility, since expiration dates have been extended and services are still available online.”

Secretary of State Jesse White’s office announced Friday that expiration dates for driver’s licenses and ID cards has been extended an additional three months to March 31, 2022. However, the new expiration date does not apply to commercial driver’s licenses. The extension comes as secretary of state offices across Illinois continue to get caught up following COVID-19-related closures to their daily operations.

To cut down on long lines and wait times, Joyce encourages people to take advantage of the secretary of state’s online services at ilsos.gov. These services include: • Renewing a vehicle registration; • Applying for a vehicle title and registration; • Obtaining a duplicate driver’s license or ID card; • Obtaining a driving record abstract; • Renewing a standard driver’s license with the Safe Driver Renewal program.

Joyce is also reminding residents the U.S. Department of Homeland Security has extended the federal REAL ID deadline to May 3, 2023.

Current Illinois driver’s licenses or ID cards will continue to be accepted at airports, military bases and secure federal facilities.

For more information and to take advantage of online services, including license plate renewal, people can visit ilsos.gov.

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Keisha Taylor Starr Appointed New Chief Marketing Officer for Scripps Networks (Black PR Wire) ATLANTA Keisha Taylor Starr has been hired as chief marketing officer for Scripps Networks, effective Jan. 3, 2022.

Taylor Starr will set the vision and lead marketing strategies across the portfolio of the nine Scripps national networks as well as direct the marketing, brand strategy, and creative for each network. She will be based in Atlanta and will report to Lisa Knutson, president of Scripps Networks.

“Keisha is a remarkably talented executive whose multi-faceted experience marketing top brands and programming across multiple platforms will be a tremendous asset for us as we connect consumers with the news, information, and entertainment they’re seeking,” said Knutson.

The Scripps Networks, a division of The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP), reach nearly every American household through national news outlets Court TV and Newsy and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Grit, Laff, Court TV Mystery, Defy TV, and TrueReal.

Taylor Starr has more than 20 years of media experience across news, sports, and entertainment.

Most recently, she served as senior vice president of marketing and public relations for the digital news outlet The Recount. She led the brand’s expansion into new content verticals and the go-to-market strategy for the company’s various products. Taylor Starr previously oversaw marketing for Learfield IMG College, including graphic design, research and analytics, client insights, and

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innovation, and events as the senior VP of integrated marketing. She was an integral member of the executive leadership team and collaborated with colleagues and partner brands in supporting revenue generation and business development initiatives.

“As a graduate of Hampton University’s Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications, the opportunity to serve as a member of the senior leadership team for a division of the E.W. Scripps Company is a full-circle moment for me,” said Taylor Starr. “Given the dynamic range of the networks’ programming across news and entertainment, I look forward to developing marketing campaigns that deliver both cultural and business impact.”

Taylor Starr spent a decade with WarnerMedia (formerly Turner Broadcasting), leading award-winning teams across entertainment

(TNT/tbs) and news (CNN) networks. Before joining WarnerMedia, Taylor Starr began her career as an assistant account executive for BBDO ad agency in Atlanta.

She was selected as a 2017 “Game Changer: Women in Sports Business” by the Sports Business Journal, and her work has been highlighted in Advertising Age’s list of the “Top 15 Global Marketing Stunts.”

Taylor Starr holds a bachelor’s degree in mass communications/media studies from Hampton University.

She has served on several industry diversity councils and committees.

She is also a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As the nation’s fourth-largest local TV broadcaster, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of 61 stations in 41 markets. The Scripps Networks reach nearly every American through the national news outlets Court TV and Newsy and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Grit, Laff, Court TV Mystery, Defy TV, and TrueReal. Scripps is the nation’s largest holder of the broadcast spectrum. Scripps runs an award-winning investigative reporting newsroom in Washington, D.C., and is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps has held for decades the motto, “Give light, and the people will find their own way.”

Subaru Of America Appoints Renee Rhem To Subaru Executive Team Rhem is First African American Woman Named to Hold a Position on Executive Team CAMDEN, N.J., PRNewswire -Subaru of America, Inc. announced that Renee Rhem, Vice President of Customer Advocacy at Subaru of America, Inc, has been named to the Subaru Executive Team.

Rhem is the first African American woman to hold a C-Suite position at Subaru.

As Vice President of Customer Advocacy and an Executive Team member, Rhem oversees the Subaru customer experience across all channels, ensuring the Subaru Love Promise is present at all interactions with Subaru customers. The Customer Advocacy department works to maintain customer and brand loyalty and foster positive partnerships with Subaru retailers to resolve customer issues. Rhem reports directly to Thomas J. Doll, President and CEO, Subaru of America, Inc. “Since joining our team in 2020, Renee has gone above and beyond to ensure the Subaru Love Promise Customer Commitment shines in all interactions with our valued owners,” said Thomas J. Doll, President and CEO, Subaru of America, Inc. “We’re proud to welcome Renee to the Subaru executive team and are confident she will deliver the strong results that keep Subaru best-in-class for our customer’s experience with our brand.”

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Rhem joined Subaru as Vice President of Customer Advocacy in 2020. Prior, she held positions in operations, sales support, and customer service, including roles at Prudential Financial, Independence Blue Cross and Bank of America.

Rhem holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Spelman College in Atlanta and is a member of the Board of Directors at Las Americas ASPIRA Academy (Delaware Charter), as well as Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., and the National Alumnae Association of Spelman College. Rhem lives in Delaware with her husband and two sons.

Brittney Payton Signs Exclusive Content Deal With BetRivers Rush Street Interactive Names Daughter of Chicago Bears Legend as Brand Ambassador CHICAGO PRNewswire -- Rush Street Interactive, Inc. (NYSE: RSI) (“RSI”), a Chicago based gaming and betting company, is proud to announce the signing of Brittney Payton, Chicago television personality and daughter of Chicago Bears Legend Walter Payton, to an exclusive brand and content deal with BetRivers.com and PlaySugarHouse.com.

A Chicago native, Payton moved to Arizona in 2020. She joins the RSI family as a Brand Ambassador for BetRivers in two key markets: Arizona and Illinois. Payton will be representing RSI in a variety of ways, including the creation of sports

betting content and a multitude of sports and culture content for RSI. As an Ambassador, Payton will be appearing in BetRivers TV and radio commercials, podcasts, and social media interviews. She will also be creating content for her own social media platforms.

Payton won a Chicago Emmy for her work as co-host of WGN-TV’s “Chicago’s Best.” She is also well known nationally for presenting the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award at the Super Bowl each year.

“We are excited to add Brittney to our RSI family,” said Mattias Stetz, COO of RSI, which operates BetRiv-

ers.com and PlaySugarHouse.com.

“Her enthusiasm for sports and pop culture, combined with her extensive experience working as a television personality will be a tremendous asset to our sports betting community.”

“I’m thrilled to be joining the BetRivers team,” said Payton. “It will be fun to bring a pop culture spin to sports entertainment and gaming.

It’s especially exciting to be interacting with RSI’s sports betting fans in my native state of Illinois and in Arizona which I now call home. “ RSI is a trusted online gaming and sports entertainment company focused on regulated markets in the www.citizennewspapergroup.com

United States and Latin America.

Through its brands, BetRivers.com and PlaySugarHouse.com, RSI was an early entrant in many regulated jurisdictions and is currently live with real-money mobile, online and/or retail operations in twelve U.S. states: Pennsylvania, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Michigan, Indiana, Virginia, Colorado, Iowa, West Virginia and Arizona.

RSI is also active internationally, offering its online casino and sportsbook in the regulated gaming market of Colombia on RushBet.co. RSI offers, through its proprietary online gaming platform, some of the most

popular online casino games and sports betting options in the United States. Founded in 2012 in Chicago by gaming industry veterans, RSI was named the 2020 Global Gaming Awards Digital Operator of the Year and the 2021 EGR North America Awards Casino Operator of the Year, Customer Services Operator of the Year and Social Gaming Operator of the Year. RSI is committed to industry-leading responsible gaming practices and seeks to provide its customers with the resources and services they need to play responsibly. For more information, visit www. rushstreetinteractive.com.

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A Pea In The Pod® Opens New Concept Stores In Chicago And New York City MOORESTOWN, N.J. PRNewswire -- A Pea in the Pod, the well-known designer and specialty retailer of luxe maternity apparel and accessories, is returning to its retail roots with the opening of two new concept stores located in Chicago and New York City, just in time for the holiday shopping season.

“Opening physical stores is allowing us to be an omnichannel retailer again,” said Marla Ryan.

“We are excited to announce we will be opening a handful of retail stores in our top populated customer locations across the United States, with the first two stores just newly opened in Chicago and New York City, featuring A Pea in the Pod, along with some of our most popular styles from styles from Motherhood Maternity,” said Marla Ryan, Executive Vice President, A Pea in the Pod and Motherhood Maternity. “Prior to the pandemic all our retail locations were closed, and since then, we’ve been focusing our efforts on offering moms and expecting moms-to-be a robust digital shopping experience that’s accessible and convenient. However, we understand we have a unique customer who appreciates the opportunity to shop and try-on clothing in person, as her body changes throughout pregnancy and post-partum.”

Customers can shop the stores featuring an assortment of the newest luxe maternity and nursing styles from leggings to bras, as well as designer favorites like AG, 7 for All Mankind and Articles of Society Denim Jeans, Splendid Knit Tops and Ripe Dresses and Nursing Tops. Store associates will be offering complimentary bra fittings, style advice and assistance. As always, a full assortment of styles and sizes from both brands are available

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24/7 online at A Pea in the Pod.com and Motherhood.com.

“We will continue to listen and learn from our customers as we explore additional store locations in collaboration with Leap’s retail platform, who has helped us bring our digital brand to life quickly in physical stores allowing us to be an omnichannel retailer again,” said Ryan. ‘It’s important to select the right locations where our customers want to shop with us as we continue building our motherhood community.”

“Having a physical retail presence is incredibly important these days and we’re thrilled to enable A Pea in the Pod’s return to omnichannel retail in their core markets of Chicago and New York City,” added Amish Tolia, Leap Co-Founder & Co-CEO. Chicago customers will be able to shop at the A Pea in the Pod store seven days a week located at 1723 N. Daman Avenue, Chicago, Illinois, Monday through Friday 11 – 7, and on Sunday from 12-6.

For more information, call 312-626-3263 or visit apeainthepod.com.

A Pea in the Pod is a leading fashion maternity online retailer.

Since 1982, A Pea in the Pod® and sister brand, Motherhood Maternity® has specialized in being the preeminent brands in maternity and nursing apparel and accessories, as a trusted resource for generations of women during the pivotal moment in their lives upon entering motherhood. Together, the two brands, honor and offer a 10% merchandise discount to teachers, health care providers and active-duty military personnel, veterans, and family members. To learn more, visit A Pea in the Pod or follow A Pea in the Pod on Facebook and Instagram.

Leap enables brands to deploy modern, immersive retail stores that drive growth and acquire customers. By leveraging millions of data points and a platform strategy, Leap makes physical retail more productive and less risky for brands. Discover and learn more about Leap’s platform and brand stores powered by Leap at http://leapinc.com.

Dove and Matthew A. Cherry Team Up to Inspire Hair Love in Kids The partnership will include a NEW range of hair care products for curls, coils, and waves ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., PRNewswire -- Dove and Academy Award-winning filmmaker and CROWN Act advocate Matthew A. Cherry announce an official partnership to ensure the next generation of Black kids develop a positive relationship with beauty. The partnership will kick off with a new collection of hair care products designed for kids with curls, coils, and waves, inspired by Matthew’s Academy Award-winning animated short film, Hair Love.

The Dove Kids Care Hair Love collection offers a complete hair care routine for kids with four nourishing products: Shampoo, Conditioner, Detangler, and Curl Cream. Hair Love’s main character, Zuri, is featured on each bottle wearing fun and playful styles to highlight the diversity and beauty of natural hair. Product packaging also features an empowering positive affirmation – “I am caring, brilliant, and creative” – to boost self-esteem and set kids on the right path for a positive relationship with their hair.

“Research shows that kids as young as three years old can start to build confidence when they see themselves positively represented in the world around them1,” explains Esi Eggleston Bracey, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Unilever Personal Care, North America. “Dove and Matthew have been working in parallel to create a world where natural hair is a source of confidence in young people, and we are thrilled to officially come together to nurture a positive self-image

The Dove Kids Care Hair Love collection includes Shampoo, Conditioner, Detangler, and Curl Cream. Dove

in kids and, at the same time, deliver products that offer the expert nourishment and care of Dove to Black families.”

Each Dove Kids Care Hair Love product features a gentle formula and fun scent. All are dermatologist-tested and infused with shea butter and coconut oil to deliver soft, moisturized, and healthy-feeling hair. The full collection is available now on Walmart.com and will be available in Walmart stores nationwide beginning January 2022.

“Dove and I have a long history together with Hair Love, beginning in 2017, when the brand provided early funding for the project. I’m also a dedicated CROWN Act supporter and have been impressed with the ongoing work Dove is doing to

advance hair discrimination legislation, particularly by co-founding the CROWN Coalition,” explains filmmaker Matthew A. Cherry. “Through this partnership, we will take Zuri ‘offscreen’ and into the real world to inspire hair love and build self-confidence in kids everywhere.”

The new Dove Kids Care Hair Love collection builds upon Dove and Matthew’s ongoing CROWN commitments to Create a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair: In 2018, Dove co-founded the CROWN Coalition to make race-based hair discrimination illegal in all 50 states. To-date, the CROWN Act – or similar anti-hair discrimination legislation – has been passed in 14 states, with 36 more to go. Each Dove Kids Care Hair Love bottle features a QR code to learn more about the CROWN Act and sign the official petition to #PassTheCROWN. In addition, the Dove Self-Esteem Project – the largest provider of self-esteem education in the world – expanded its resources earlier this year to address appearance and race-based pressures and discrimination. My Hair, My CROWN is a 90-minute, academically validated, no-cost curriculum for educators, parents and youth group leaders designed to boost hair confidence in kids with textured hair.

Together, we can ensure the next generation develops a positive relationship with beauty.

Visit Dove.com/CROWN to learn more and sign the petition. #HairLove #PassTheCROWN #Dove-

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SelfEsteemProject Dove started its life in 1957 in the US, with the launch of the Beauty Bar, with its patented blend of mild cleansers and ¼ moisturizing cream. Dove’s heritage is based on moisturization, and it is proof not promises that enabled Dove to grow from a Beauty Bar into one of the world’s most beloved beauty brands.

Women have always been our inspiration and since the beginning, we have been wholly committed to providing superior care to all women and to championing real beauty in our advertising. Dove believes that beauty is for everyone. That beauty should be a source of confidence and not anxiety. Dove’s mission is to inspire women everywhere to develop a positive relationship with the way they look and realize their personal potential for beauty.

For 60 years, Dove has been committed to broadening the narrow definition of beauty in the work they do. With the ‘Dove Real Beauty Pledge,’ Dove vows to: Portray women with honesty, diversity, and respect. We feature women of different ages, sizes, ethnicities, hair color, type, and style.

Portray women as they are in real life, with zero digital distortion and all images approved by the women they feature.

Help young people build body confidence and self-esteem through the Dove Self-Esteem Project, the biggest provider of self-esteem education in the world.

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In 1991 Obama he sought out the Ahmaud Arbery in Glynn County JETT’S Georgia. Arbery, a 25-year BlackLAW advice of Black when he wanted to Entrepreneur and Ida in Nelson worked with State get mother involved activism. man who was allegedly accused of Senator Mike burglary and theft after entering a Simmons on the Jett Hawkins Law after Nelson’s son Gus OBAMA “Jett” Hawkins was discriminated against PRESIDENTIAL CENTER newly constructed home while out at school for wearing his hair in a braided hairstyle. The law President Barack Obama and jogging. The three are setprohibits to be schools from discriminating hairstyles historically former First Lady Michelle Obama sentenced on Jan. 7, 2021. associated with race, ethnicity, or hair texture, including, attended groundbreaking of the protective hairstyles -- braids,a locs and twists.

PULLMAN Obama Presidential Center, located in Jackson Park. The Obama PresThe Pullman National Monuidential Center will be located on ment, located at 610 E. 111th St., 19.3 acres of the 550-acre Jackson opened to the public on Labor Day weekend after years of planning. The Park. It is expected to be completed in 2025 and will include a presiNational Park Service site is unique dential museum, a branch of the in that it is an urban park that tells Chicago Public Library, an athletic the story of the planned community center, and a forum building with founded by George M. Pullman, community space. Once completed, who designed and manufactured

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Law after Nelson’s son Gus “Jett” Hawkins was discriminated against at school for wearing his hair in a braided hairstyle. The new law prohibits schools from discriminating against hairstyles historically associated with race, ethnicity, or hair texture, including, protective hairstyles -- braids, locs and twists.

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Author Dr. Cindy Trimm Releases New Book

The must-read book in the new normal. Unstoppable is the answer to going further than you ever thought possible and accomplishing more than you thought attainable within your lifetime!

ATLANTA PRNewswire -- Internationally acclaimed, bestselling author Dr. Cindy Trimm is set to release a new book, “Unstoppable: Compete With Your Best Self and Win!” Fresh off of her “End Your Year Strong” conference, Dr. Trimm shares tips on shifting your mindset from one of competition with those around you to focusing on the competition with yourself as the key to success.

“Unstoppable,” already predicted to be a bestseller, introduces her self-mastery series. The must-read book ahead of the new year, Unstoppable is for anyone who wants to know how to get unstuck in their lives and figure out what winning looks like for their personal journey. Dr. Trimm does this expertly as she outlines the four principles on which all her life and leadership programs are built: The Core4 System. Dr. Trimm takes readers through mastering their mindsets, behaviors, personal brands, and leadership skills to become the best version of themselves in an evolving and complex world.

She also teaches the principles of how to master the art of living and leading from your genius zone.

“I understand what it’s like to be a woman facing many obstacles without clear answers on what to do. In my brandnew book, Unstoppable, I share what took me a lifetime to learn—the keys and secrets to becoming unstoppable,” said Dr. Cindy Trimm.

With the foreword penned by award-winning speaker and bestselling author, Les Brown, “Unstoppable” comes at a time when much of the country is dealing with pandemic-related burnout and fatigue. The World Health Organization officially recognized burnout as an occupational health issue in 2019 but has run rampant over the last 21 months. According to Forbes, the ongoing burnout and fatigue have made way for trends such as The Great Resignation, which describes the wave of employees re-evaluating their work-life balance and boundaries, quitting their jobs, and making career shifts.

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Despite these trends, Dr. Trimm goes on to encourage people to start where they are and make small, consistent changes that lead to their success, no matter how those look. She explains that “feeling stuck” can be a good thing, as it shows the need for change and reveals what is not working in your life. She goes on to say that this is the first step in becoming “unstoppable” and determining your personal path to success. Dr. Trimm breaks down that once you shift your mindset to reflect that life is not happening to you, but for you instead, you can discover your own potential for greatness.

“Unstoppable” is the optimum book for resetting and making progressive steps to your success. “Unstoppable” provides a step-by-step plan on how to evolve into the next level of power by leveraging your expertise, your brand, and your work experience. It is the perfect guide for anyone who wants to re-evaluate what they want from life, and win the competition against them-

selves so they can ultimately win at life. “Unstoppable” will help readers chart their own personal plan to success, no matter how they define and measure it.

Dr. Trimm is so convinced that “Unstoppable” will be the gamechanger in helping people supercharge their lives, their businesses, and their brands, that she is offering the book free! For more information, visit www.unstoppablebook. online.

A best-selling author, Cindy Trimm is an international thought leader, sought-after empowerment specialist, revolutionary thinker, and one of the most prolific voices of our time. Her best-selling books, empowerment resources, and coaching programs have sold in the millions. She declares, “I see the world filled with dreamers, innovators, and industry leaders who contribute to making this world a better place — who push humanity forward and who influence others to do the same!”

For more information, visit http://www.cindytrimm.com.

LOS ANGELES PRNewswire -- Leading Black-owned multimedia platform REVOLT today announced the premiere of Bet on Black, a new multiscreen series where Black entrepreneurs pitch their businesses in the hopes of securing critical funding. Co-created in partnership with leading retailer Target – one of REVOLT’s top advertisers – this exciting series will feature an array of expert judges and celebrity guests, including T-Pain, Zerina Akers and DJ Envy, who will select the top influential business ideas to receive funding.

Host Keenan Beasley, CEO of Sunday II Sunday, will also serve on the panel of judges alongside Target’s Melanie Gatewood-Hall, Senior Divisional of Merchandising in Apparel & Accessories and former Director of Multicultural Merchandise with Pernell Cezar, CEO of BLK & Bold Specialty Beverages as the coach to the entrepreneurs.

In each episode, maverick investors and industry pioneers will listen to concepts from today’s brightest Black entrepreneurs and identify the projects they believe will move the needle for Black culture and the community to receive funds.

The series aims to invest in businesses that build communities, support social justice, and create lasting change, with one entrepreneur ultimately walking away with $200,000 in funding and mentorship from Target. Each episode will feature the business ideas of three innovative entrepreneurs working to revolutionize a range of industries – from technology and entertainment to style, beauty, and beyond.

“We appreciate Target for being a fearless partner that understands and supports our vision to launch programs like Bet on Black, which expand beyond entertainment to inform and inspire our community in every category,” said Detavio Samuels, CEO of REVOLT. “Empowering Black entrepreneurs starts with providing access to the capital, guidance and resources they need to build companies that revolutionize industries and make a scalable impact on the world.”

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With this new series, REVOLT further carries out its commitment in supporting Black changemakers on a large scale. In total, Target will provide participants with $500,000 in secured funding – without asking founders to give up equity – along with one-on-one meetings with a Target executive for the four finalists.

“Target has a long history of partnering with diverse media organizations to reach our guests, and we’ve committed to increasing our investments with Black-owned media companies and better supporting Black entrepreneurs,” said Maurice Cooper, Senior Vice President of Brand and Category PRNewsfoto/REVOLT Marketing for Target.

“We’re proud of our groundbreaking partnership with REVOLT, which is unlocking inventive and impactful ways to connect with and bring joy to our guests. Our investment not only enables the creation of a must-see series, it will also fundamentally change the trajectory of deserving Black enterprises.”

Target’s multimillion-dollar investment in the series is one of many in support of its Racial Equity Action and Change (REACH) strategy to create an environment where Black guests feel more welcome and represented at Target. The retailer committed to spending at least five percent of its annual media budget with Black-owned media companies each year, beginning in 2022.

The company has pledged to spend $2 billion with Black-owned businesses and increase the number of products from Black-owned businesses to more than 500 in stores and online by the end of 2025. Target also launched Forward Founders, a startup accelerator program designed to engage Black entrepreneurs earlier in their startup journeys to help them navigate the critical stages of ideation, product development and scaling for mass retail.

Bet on Black will premiere on REVOLT’s digital platforms on January 10 at 9 p.m. EST and extend to all platforms starting January 11 at 9 p.m. EST.

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(StatePoint) Thinking about using wallpaper to transform your walls from drab to fab? You’re in good company. Wallpaper’s popularity is on the rise in both residential and commercial spaces and gaining an edge over paint.

Why? Experts believe this trend reflects a growing recognition of wallpaper’s unique benefits. It’s costeffective, protects the wall surface from accidental marks and scratches, and offers personalized self-expression at a reasonable price.

“We experienced consistent month-over-month wallpaper sales increases throughout 2021. We attribute this to consumers’ growing desire to customize their spaces with designs that reflect their personal style and aesthetic preferences, while retaining the option to change things up as frequently as desired with removable wallpaper,” says Michael Jones, general manager, Spoonflower, a leading custom, print-on-demand wallpaper and home decor digital marketplace.

According to Jones, there are a few things to keep in mind when choosing the right wallpaper for your space.

Here, he offers a few insights to help you get started:

Type First, determine how long you’d like the wallpaper to remain on your walls. Some types of wallpaper are more suitable for long-term use and others are best for those who wish to change their designs with the seasons or on a whim. For this reason, Spoonflower offers three types of wallpaper: 1. Prepasted Removable Smooth: Long-lasting, but fully removable (and recyclable), this option is great for homes, rental spaces, accent walls or temporary art installations.

2. Peel and Stick Removable Woven: Removable and repositionable, this option won’t leave a residue behind.

Whether you’re renting or you love to stay on-trend, temporary wallpaper is a great alternative to traditional wall coverings.

3. Traditional Pebble: This traditional wallpaper has a subtle leathered texture, matte finish, is paste-activated and is highly durable. Not only is it PVC-free, it is also moisture resistant.

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designs, the biggest challenge you’ll face is the enormity of selection. However, you can easily narrow down your choices by searching for designs based on category keywords, color or by styles, such as Mid-Century Modern, Cottagecore or Paisley. For those with a specific design already envisioned, the site even allows you to upload your own design and have it custom printed on wallpaper.

Before committing, consider ordering two or three swatches so you can compare them in your own space and assess the best fit. This can help ensure your final design selection is completely tailored to your preferences. To learn more and to get the process started, visit spoonflower.com.

Thanks to new wallpaper technology and an ever-growing library of designs available, making a customized impact on the look and feel of your spaces has never been easier.

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The thrill of trying something for the first time may prove sufficiently distracting from the chill, plus you may discover a new passion in the process.

• Let durable tech support you: Your weara ble tech should be as tough and intrepid as you are. So if your current outdoor watch doesn’t support high-level performance or stand up to the toughest of conditions, it’s time for an update. Consider Casio’s line of Pro Trek and G-SHOCK watches, which have built-in technology to ensure your fun doesn’t turn to frustration. For example, those in GSHOCK’s Mudmaster series feature a digital compass, barometer, altimeter, thermometer and step tracker to help you reach your goals, even when challenges seem insurmountable.

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• Embrace a mind over matter attitude: Hate the cold? Consider the approach of extreme, cold-weather athlete Wim Hof, whose famous outdoor feats of endurance in subzero temperatures (and in little clothing) have earned him the apt nickname, “The Iceman.” You don’t need to forgo shoes and a shirt like he does to take a page from his cold weather playbook, which involves controlled breathing. Dip a toe into the icy waters of his technique by checking out the Wim Hof Method Mobile app.

• Get prepped for nighttime: While you may prefer to spend the night in a cabin or other shelter in winter, and that’s totally respectable, if you do plan a more rustic adventure, be sure that your tent and sleeping bag are specifically engineered for winter use. A sleeping pad placed beneath your sleeping bag can provide a valuable layer between you and the cold ground. Most importantly stay healthy and safe. Change your plans if there are unsafe conditions in the forecast and know the signs of hypothermia and frostbite. If you are a novice, you may also consider bringing along a friend who is well-versed in cold weather outdoor adventures until you get the hang of it.

If you go all out during summer, spring and fall, but shy away from outdoor adventures in winter, let new gear and a new mindset help you embrace the cold.

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