Author: Lakisha Davis

In any organization turnover is a given but how you see it out leaves a mark. Whether it is a talented co-worker that is taking on a new challenge or a long time team player that is heading into retirement what you put out for them speaks volumes. In this day and age we see leave cards transform beyond what we knew them to be in the past to a very dynamic, personal, and meaningful experience. That’s where Joyogram steps in. Joyogram provides a fresh, sincere way to see off. All it takes is a few clicks to design beautiful…

The world of furniture shopping has undergone a significant transformation, and in 2025, the trend is clear: direct-to-consumer (DTC) furniture brands are reshaping the industry in ways traditional retailers can’t match. No longer bound by showroom markups, hidden costs, and long wait times, today’s consumers are flocking to DTC brands that offer transparency, customization, and smarter pricing. These brands are not just winning—they’re changing the way we think about furnishing our homes. The Shift Toward Smarter Shopping Gone are the days when shopping for furniture meant visiting showroom after showroom, dealing with pushy salespeople, and sifting through inflated price tags.…

New York, NY — Kimberly Pifher, screenwriter, director, producer, and author Kimberly Pifher is making waves across film, publishing, and commerce with a bold mission: to inspire, empower, and drive meaningful change through storytelling, retail innovation, and advocacy. Pifher, founder of Malakai Studios, Malakai Super Stores, and the newly revived WoolworthStore.com, is uniting creativity and commerce under a shared vision of authenticity, ethical leadership, and inclusivity. At Malakai Studios, Kimberly is currently preparing for the release of her highly anticipated psychological drama, Maison de la Viande. Exploring themes of ambition and power within an elite and secretive dining society, the…

When drivers purchase a new car, it typically comes with a manufacturer’s warranty that covers repairs for a set number of years or miles. But once that coverage expires, owners are left exposed to the full cost of breakdowns and repairs, often when vehicles are most likely to need them. That’s where vehicle service contracts come in. Despite their growing popularity, many consumers still confuse vehicle service contracts with factory warranties. The two are not the same, and understanding the difference is important to making an informed purchase decision. With more people buying used vehicles and keeping their cars longer,…

Security, full control, and independent asset management—these are the key requirements of any business working with crypto. The best way to meet them? A self custodial crypto wallet. In this article, we’ll break down how a decentralized crypto wallet puts you in full control of your funds and why it’s the best choice for companies in high-risk industries. What Is a Non-Custodial Crypto Wallet? A non-custodial crypto wallet is a software solution that gives users complete control over their private keys and, therefore, their funds. Unlike custodial wallets, there are no intermediaries—exchanges, banks, or third parties — standing between you…

Fathia Balgahoom has worked as an educator at multiple New Jersey schools and institutions, which includes teaching social studies and special education classes for three years. During her career in education, Fathia Balgahoom has managed several additional responsibilities, such as volunteering with the Bridgemen Believe Mentor Program. The Bridgemen Believe Mentor Program was established in 2023 as a mentoring program that provides students with both short and long-term academic support in one-on-one settings, which allow mentors to provide targeted services. Students who join the program meet with mentors several times per week for a total of one hour. Mentors like…

Zac Barnett is a Chicago-based attorney and co-founder of Fund Finance Partners, LLC, where he has spent two decades structuring subscription, hybrid, NAV, and other bespoke facilities for private-equity sponsors and their funds. Having closed more than 500 transactions representing over $250 billion in aggregate lender commitments, Barnett is widely regarded for helping general partners access flexible, compliant financing that aligns investor, sponsor, and lender objectives. In 2023, 25 fund managers raised 41 percent of the capital, revealing the increased demand for private equity, private credit, and other financing vehicles and illustrating the demand for alternative methods for raising capital.…

Lord John Nash and his wife, Lady Caroline Nash, are the co-founders of Future, a charity they launched in 2005 to support disadvantaged children and young people. Recognising the grounding and enabling role of schools for many disadvantaged children, Future secured the approval of the Labour Government to support an academy school in 2008. Although Pimlico Academy – the school taken on by Future Academies – was already in special measures, thanks to its dynamic leadership team it achieved an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ rating just 2½ years later. Since then, Future Academies has gone from strength to strength, today running 10…

Stephen Robert is a distinguished American financier and humanitarian whose five-decade career spans leadership of Oppenheimer & Co., founding Renaissance Institutional Management, and guiding high-impact global philanthropy. A former Chancellor of Brown University and current director at NEXAR Capital Group, he combines deep financial expertise with a lifelong commitment to service. Together with his wife, Pilar Crespi Robert, he co-founded the Source of Hope Foundation, which channels resources toward clean water, health care, education, and rapid emergency relief on five continents—experience that underpins every initiative described below. Mr. Stephen Robert and his wife, Mrs. Pilar Crespi Robert, founded the Source…

Toronto, Canada – April 1, 2025 – Duty Free Meds, a trusted Canadian provider of prescription medications for U.S. patients, is happy to note that affordable generic versions of Ozempic (semaglutide) could become available in Canada as early as 2026. (Bloomberg) This development follows Health Canada’s acceptance of submissions from multiple pharmaceutical companies, including Swiss-based Sandoz and Canadian manufacturer Apotex. (The Globe and Mail) With Ozempic and its weight-loss counterpart, Wegovy, becoming a cultural and medical phenomenon, their high costs have made access challenging for many patients. Currently, a four-week supply of Ozempic in Canada is priced at approximately $218,…