Xpressdocs®, an innovative provider of brand management and marketing automation solutions, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Danielle Stiehl as Vice President of Emerging Markets. In this role, Stiehl will lead the launch efforts for a suite of marketing automation solutions, alongside the continued expansion of Xpressdocs’ brand management platform to new markets.
Stiehl has 15 years of sales and leadership experience in the direct marketing industry and has been with Xpressdocs since the acquisition of Amazing Mail in 2019, where she was CEO.
“We’re excited to expand Danielle’s role with Xpressdocs and leverage her expertise as a true pioneer in marketing automation solutions,” said Jim Wright, CEO of Xpressdocs.
“I’m proud of the capabilities we developed at Amazing Mail and believe the synergies of our combined organization will delight our customers, old and new,” said Stiehl.
Xpressdocs has just released AmazingMail, an integrated CRM solution that automates direct mail, to select clients in preparation for a broader launch in April 2021.
About Xpressdocs
Xpressdocs is a leading provider of brand management and direct marketing solutions for a variety of industries, including real estate, healthcare, professional services, and home services. Xpressdocs’ self-service, on-demand marketing platform is designed to be highly configurable, enabling a distributed user base to efficiently access and customize a wide range of products and services, from print materials and direct mail to digital ads and automated programs. With a focus on high-quality products, rapid turnaround time and exceptional customer service, Xpressdocs is proud to power marketing efforts for hundreds of national and regional brands.
CompTIA, the nonprofit association for the information technology (IT) industry and workforce, through its CEO Todd Thibodeaux, issued the following statement on the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 signed into law Thursday by President Joe Biden.
“The technology investments in the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 address two critical needs. Adding to the Technology Modernization Fund will allow local, state and federal governments to replace aging IT systems with emerging technologies that will enable them to deliver essential services to constituents in a more efficient and secure manner. Funding for the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency provides more support to strengthen our cybersecurity capabilities to address ongoing threats.”
The law includes new appropriations to support three federal government technology programs.
The Technology Modernization Fund will receive $1 billion to help government agencies modernize IT infrastructure so services can be delivered to the American public more efficiently, more quickly and more securely.
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Agency (CISA) will receive $650 million for cybersecurity risk mitigation to safeguard the ‘.gov’ networks that support the essential operations of federal departments and agencies.
The United States Digital Service will receive $200 million to support its missions of delivering better government services to the American people through technology and design.
About CompTIA The Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) is a leading voice and advocate for the $5 trillion global information technology ecosystem; and the estimated 75 million industry and tech professionals who design, implement, manage, and safeguard the technology that powers the world’s economy. Through education, training, certifications, advocacy, philanthropy, and market research, CompTIA is the hub for advancing the tech industry and its workforce. Visit connect.comptia.org/.
Dignitas, the esports vertical of New Meta Entertainment Inc. (NME), has today announced a new partnership with financial technology company Zytara, a digital banking platform and payment network designed for gaming and esports enthusiasts. On December 3, 2020, Zytara announced its plans to launch the digital banking platform and has since partnered with Dignitas to launch its first-ever strategic partnership in the esports and gaming space.
Aligning with esports veteran Dignitas as it enters the esports ecosystem, Zytara aims to forge a pathway to provide the esports market, including gamers under 18-years-old, with banking solutions and services to fulfill various existing needs. Zytara will work with bank partners to offer various banking products and services, targeted at gaming and esports enthusiasts including a checking and savings account, a virtual and physical debit card, and access to investment tools. The mobile application will include features tailored to gamers such as integrated automated payments for online gaming tournaments, player-to-player transfers, easy-to-use parental controls, limited-edition Dignitas-branded debit cards, and a Dignitas-branded mobile app user-experience (app skin).
The Dignitas-branded debit cards and mobile app skin will feature the new logo and style of Dignitas’ recently announced rebrand on January 6, 2021. The rebrand is a nod to the original Dignitas, one of the most historic brands in esports history, in combination with a reimagined charismatic and inclusive brand identity that matches the Dignitas of the modern era. Along with the Dignitas-branded debit cards and mobile app skin, Zytara and Dignitas will collaborate on unique activations such as social media and Twitch giveaways as well as pro-player content to drive awareness and engagement around much-needed financial solutions for today’s gamers.
CLICK HERE to download an image of the Dignitas-branded app skins and debit cards.
Zytara Founder and CEO Al Burgio said, “I am thrilled that we have announced our partnership with Dignitas. When the concept of Zytara was first born, it was always about bringing to market a banking platform built by gamers, dedicated to gamers. Working with one of the most widely recognized esports organizations in the world shows our dedication to this special group of consumers. We are looking forward to the joint activity taking place with Dignitas throughout 2021 and being able to showcase our innovative products for esports fans and enthusiasts.”
Zytara is also leading innovation with its recent launch of ZUSD, digital money that is issued by a regulated financial institution and is redeemable on a 1:1 basis for US dollars. ZUSD moves at the speed of the Internet to and from anywhere in the world, and designed for the future of finance, esports and gaming, along with countless other applications. “We see the opportunity for ZUSD to become digital money for the gaming industry and beyond with the support of great partners like Dignitas,” added Burgio.
“Partnering with a brand as dedicated to the financial education and success of our athletes, creators, and community as we are is an extremely valuable opportunity,” said John Spiher, Vice President of Partnerships at Dignitas, “We look forward to working alongside Zytara to create innovative fan experiences focused on bringing their digital payment innovations to life.”
Dignitas-branded Zytara cards will be available in early 2021. Dignitas fans can register at zytara.com/dignitas to be notified when the product is available.
ABOUT ZYTARA Founded in 2019, Zytara is a financial technology company focused on supporting Millennial and Gen Z gamers and their households. Through the Zytara mobile app, members can sign up for a spending account tailored to gamers and esports fans, with branded debit cards, automated payments for online gaming tournaments, player-to-player (P2P) transfers, and easy-to-use parental controls that enhance financial literacy and provide parents with peace of mind. Zytara, working with regulated partners, will add investing accounts to the mobile app, enabling members to buy and sell stocks and ETFs as well as round up at point of sale. Zytara is partnering with leading esports teams to provide tailored user experiences for their fans in the Zytara mobile app. As part of Zytara’s mission and pledge towards financial inclusion, the company plans to add app support for key digital assets including a tokenized U.S. dollar (ZUSD). For more information visitwww.zytara.com
ABOUT NEW META ENTERTAINMENT, INC. & DIGNITAS Since its formation in 2003, Dignitas has established itself as one of the most successful esports organizations in the world, amassing 18 World Championships across multiple gaming titles. In September 2016, Dignitas was acquired by the NBA’s Philadelphia 76ers of Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment (HBSE), a diverse, global portfolio of sports and entertainment franchises and properties that includes the Philadelphia 76ers (NBA), New Jersey Devils (NHL) and more. Dignitas is the esports organization within New Meta Entertainment, Inc. (NME), a new media sports and entertainment company founded in May 2019 by an investor group that includes HBSE, Susquehanna International Group and Delaware North, among others. Dignitas currently fields seven teams in five of esports’ largest and most popular games: League of Legends, Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (men’s and women’s teams), VALORANT (men’s and women’s teams), Rocket League, and Super Smash Bros. With content studios and player wellness facilities in Greater New York City and Los Angeles, and infrastructure in Europe and China, Dignitas is a global leader dedicated to esports athletes, digital influencers and entertainment game-changers.
We love reviewing books and there are some amazing topics, authors and publications out there that make a difference in peoples lives, and this year the Editors Book of the Year 2020 has been awarded to George Finney’s book – Well Aware.
Our publisher, Karl Woolfenden had the pleasure of interviewing George, and you can see the segment by clicking the link below.
With so much more being done on-line these days, and mobile devices and computers becoming even more integrated into our lives, being aware of the threats of Cyber-Security is essential. The book, “Well Aware” is a book that is a must read, and we all have to get into the habit of protecting our digital lives. This book outlines “the 9 Cybersecurity Habits to protect your future”.
Congratulations George for being named, Editors’ Choice, Business Class News Book of the Year (2020).
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