Business, Electronics, Free News Articles, Manufacturing, Product Launches

Huntron Access RF Prober improves the ‘Sniffer Probe’ Approach to RF diagnostics

MILL CREEK, Wash. -- Huntron Inc. has announced the addition of the Huntron Access RF probing station to its product line up. The Huntron Access RF provides reliable and repeatable Near Field measurements of RF signals.

"The Access RF prober applies precise mechanical automation to proven manual RF measurement practices," said Brad Grams President of Huntron Inc. "Using Near Field measurement techniques we are able to robotically place the Antenna (probe) in the exact position and consistently measure expected values. This method provides more accurate information free from plus/minus swings in deviation experienced when using manual probing."

Ensuring test flexibility and Accuracy:

The Huntron Access RF provides reliable and repeatable Near Field measurements of RF signals. By combining a Huntron Access Prober, Huntron Workstation software, Keysight Spectrum Analyzer and Langer Near Field probes you are able to precisely measure a number of points on the signal path.

Using the Huntron Workstation software, Virtual Test Points (VTP's) are established on the circuit card as measurement locations. Once the VTP's are set and the circuit card is stimulated to proper levels, the Huntron Access RF will drive, measure and process the data for review. The Huntron Access RF will provide a minimum 10:1 improvement in probing time.

Huntron Access RF Availability:

Huntron is accepting orders with delivery scheduled second quarter 2017. More information on features, benefits and specifications is available at http://www.huntron.com/.

About Huntron:

Huntron, founded in 1976, is a supplier of tools for engineers and technicians.

As density and complexity increase, printed circuit assemblies become tougher for standardized equipment to probe and test. Huntron complements conventional equipment with access and test tools that catch the elusive problems other methods often miss. The keys are physical and virtual access, which translate into meaningful results such as shorter design cycles, improved production yields and lower warranty costs.

Huntron Inc. and Huntron Tracker are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Huntron Inc.

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Free News Articles, Insurance, Long Term Care

Long-Term Care Leader ACSIA Partners Raises $15,220 to Help ‘Kill the Wicked Witch of Alzheimer’s’

SEATTLE, Wash. -- A colorful event brightened a long-term care convention on January 14 at the Sheraton Seattle Hotel. Over 100 participants wore purple capes as "wizards" to help "kill the wicked witch of Alzheimer's," the mind-robbing disease that afflicts millions. Their company, ACSIA Partners, is one of America's largest long-term care insurance agencies.

The gala gathering raised $15,220 for the Alzheimer's Association, which supports research and services to combat Alzheimer's disease and other dementias.

This is the second year that ACSIA Partners has supported the Alzheimer's Association. They raised a similar amount last year at their conference in Austin, Texas.

Why is the company so concerned with Alzheimer's?

"It's one of the biggest reasons people need long-term care," says Denise Gott, CEO. "According to the Society of Actuaries, about 25 percent of LTC insurance claims are due to the disease. And one in nine Americans age 65 and older are afflicted, according to the Alzheimer's Association. And the rate jumps to one in three for those 85 and older. That's huge."

This puts a big burden on American households. "Families must be prepared to care for those who, for mental reasons, can no longer care for themselves," Gott points out. "It's a serious national issue."

"We're proud to contribute to the Alzheimer's Association," says Gott. "We're also glad we can make a difference directly, through our company's services."

When the disease advances, a loved one may forget where they are or when to eat, or have trouble going to the bathroom, Gott points out. "Family members must care for them personally unless a long-term care financial solution is in place -- some way of paying for professional caregiving."

A sound plan can ease the burden, which can include lifestyle stresses and diminished earning capacity.

ACSIA Partners LLC -- http://www.acsiapartners.com -- is one of America's largest and most experienced long-term care insurance agencies serving all states. The company is also a co-founder and sponsor of the "3in4 Need More" campaign, which encourages Americans to form a long-term care plan.

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*Image Caption: "Wizards of Alzheimer's" logo.

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Advertising and Marketing, Business, Free News Articles, Product Launches

IntellaSphere Offers Help to Medical, Dental, and Chiropractic Providers with its New Division – IntellaHealth

SEATTLE, Wash. -- IntellaSphere, Inc. announces the launch of its new IntellaHealth division. IntellaSphere, an integrated marketing system provider in Bellevue, Washington, recognizes that healthcare providers need to connect with their patients across a variety of online marketing channels and mechanisms, including their website, customer review sites, social media channels, search engine results, email, text messaging and more.

We understand healthcare practitioners have limited time, marketing expertise and resources to effectively leverage the expanding number of digital marketing channels. Consequently, IntellaSphere is excited to offer medical providers a solution to these challenges with our entry into the healthcare industry with IntellaHealth.

IntellaHealth simplifies marketing for healthcare providers by helping increase positive customer reviews, systematically driving word-of-mouth referrals, improving their overall web presence, and increasing brand awareness in their area - at a fraction of the price other firms charge for marketing.

Kristine Grace, DDS, MS, MBA, an oral surgeon will lead the IntellaHealth division with her deep knowledge of the medical and dental industry and digital marketing. She has practiced in both private practice, operated in multiple hospitals in Tacoma, Wash. and later went into healthcare marketing after business school.

"I'm excited to leverage my healthcare industry experience, knowledge and commitment to help serve the needs of the healthcare community. Most Doctors and Dentists need some assistance with digital marketing. IntellaHealth has experts that have worked in healthcare as well as in medical and dental marketing to help better serve practitioners' needs," said Dr. Grace.

To find out more about IntellaHealth, go to https://www.intellahealth.net/.

IntellaHealth is a full service digital marketing company in Bellevue, Wash. We provide dental marketing, medical marketing, as well as marketing services for chiropractors, veterinarians, naturopaths and many other medical specialists.

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Free News Articles, Insurance, Regional Events

Long-Term Care Leader ACSIA Partners Will Help ‘Kill the Wicked Witch of Alzheimer’s’

SEATTLE, Wash. -- For the second year in a row, ACSIA Partners, a national long-term care insurance agency based in Kirkland, Wash., will join the fight against Alzheimer's disease. As part of its three-day annual conference, the company will host a fundraiser on behalf of the Alzheimer's Association, which seeks a cure for the debilitating disease.

The gala event, on January 14, will be held at the Sheraton Seattle Hotel. The company has hundreds of agents nationwide, all invited to the conference. Those attending the gala will don purple capes as "Wizards of Alzheimer's" to highlight the need to "kill the wicked witch." Media representatives are welcome.

Last year, the company raised thousands of dollars for the Alzheimer's Association. "We aim to raise thousands again this year," says Denise Gott, CEO.

Why the company's interest in Alzheimer's?

"It's simple," says Gott. "The disease has become a leading reason care is needed."

* About one in four long-term care insurance claims are due to Alzheimer's, according to the Society of Actuaries.

* Alzheimer's or another form of dementia afflicts one in nine Americans age 65 and older, and one in three age 85 and older, according to the Alzheimer's Association.

"It's a real threat to most families," says Gott. "At some point Alzheimer's sufferers may need help eating, moving around, or going to the bathroom. Unless their loved ones are prepared to help them do such things, they need savings or insurance to hire professionals. Our mission is to educate Americans about their options."

"Eventually," Gott adds, "we'd like to knock the disease stone dead. In the meantime, we can help people live better lives in spite of it."

ACSIA Partners LLC -- http://www.acsiapartners.com -- is one of America's largest and most experienced long-term care insurance agencies serving all states. The company is also a co-founder and sponsor of the "3in4 Need More" campaign, which encourages Americans to form a long-term care plan.

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*Image Caption: "Wizards of Alzheimer's" logo.

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Entertainment, Free News Articles, Regional Events

Seattle Bash announces 15th Annual INDULGENCE New Year’s Eve Bash at The Museum of Pop Culture

SEATTLE, Wash. -- Seattle Bash, a leading event production company in the Puget Sound area, today announced the INDULGENCE New Year's Eve Bash would continue the long tradition of being held at The Museum of Pop Culture (formerly EMP Museum) located in downtown Seattle.

"INDULGENCE," known as "Seattle's best New Year's Eve party," has sold out every year for the last 14 years, primarily because of its unique proposition to attendees: offering four areas of entertainment in one event.

The INDULGENCE New Year's Eve Bash provides 4 unique areas of entertainment located throughout the MoPOP including two live bands, two DJs, an exclusive VIP area, a comedy lounge, and the popular local venue: Museum of Pop Culture (formerly EMP). Everything is included for one price.

Selected details from the INDULGENCE website:
2,500 swanky party guests
4 unique experiences
3 areas of live entertainment
1 exclusive VIP area
1 live Comedy Theater.

Additional details include: Party Fever Stage - Brand X High Energy Party Band brings the best party hits from the 70s, 80s, 90s and today; the You Spin Me Right Round The 80's Stage - Hairstorm, Seattle's premier 80's hair rock tribute band,; The live Comedy Theater - renowned stand-up comedians; Party the night away right underneath the iconic Space Needle with access to the amazing MoPOP included (a $30 value) - most exhibits will be open.

The INDULGENCE signature of 4 unique entertainment experiences all in one venue for one price continues its tradition of being one of the largest New Year's Eve events in the Northwest on December 31st, 2016 at Mo POP at 325 5th Ave North, Seattle, WA 98109.

WHAT: INDULGENCE New Year's Eve Bash at MoPOP.
WHEN: December 31, 2016, 8 p.m.
WHERE: MoPOP under the Space Needle at 325 5th Ave N, Seattle WA 98109.
PRICE: $79 and up
AGE: 21+, must bring valid photo ID.

More information at: http://www.seattlebash.com/.

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Free News Articles, Insurance, Long Term Care

Long-Term Care Insurance Is a Gift for the Whole Family, ACSIA Partners Says

KIRKLAND, Wash. -- If you want to brighten the lives of everyone in your family, "Consider the gift of long-term care insurance," says Denise Gott, CEO of ACSIA Partners, a leader in long-term care planning.

"Whether you get the policy for yourself or for aging parents, it's really a gift for everyone," Gott asserts.

"Different family members benefit in different ways at different times," she says, "but everyone stands to benefit overall." For example:

* If you get a policy for yourself or spouse, you protect your assets and the future of your entire extended family. "With money available to pay for care," says Gott, "your savings and property won't be as vulnerable to unexpected care costs. And you may avoid relying on your children or other relatives to pay for your care." This knowledge alone can ease tensions and make the holiday season more pleasant, Gott points out.

* If you get a policy for aging parents, everyone benefits, not just them. "Your parents may live the rest of their lives with greater security and less fear," says Gott, "but you may also benefit. You guard against sudden, large care expenses down the pike, which could be disruptive. And you gain more control over your own future." For example, she explains, there's less likelihood you or your spouse will have to leave a job to provide care personally.

* Your children stand to benefit, too. With care expenses made more manageable through planning, educational plans can be made with greater certainty. "It's less likely you'll ever have to choose between tuition for your kids and care for your parents or spouse," says Gott.

* Added reward from Uncle Sam. A portion of long-term care premiums may be deducted on federal income tax returns. Tax deductions or credits are also available in many states. "It's like a gift, a nice incentive, and it keeps recurring," says Gott. "You can set yourself up for 2016 and every year after."

"Long-term care insurance is truly a gift that keeps on giving," says Gott. "You'll have less to worry about this holiday season, and every holiday season from here on. You can relax and enjoy the festivities and one another."

Shopping for long-term care insurance is made easy on the ACSIA Partners website: http://www.acsiapartners.com/.

Visitors may explore a range of affordable long-term care planning options including critical illness insurance, annuities, and life insurance with LTC riders as well as traditional LTC insurance. By-phone or face-to-face meetings with local agents are also available.

ACSIA Partners LLC -- http://www.acsiapartners.com -- is one of America's largest and most experienced long-term care insurance solution agencies. The company is also a co-founder and sponsor of the "3in4 Need More" campaign, run by the 3in4 Association, which encourages Americans to form a long-term care plan.

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Newly Launched Appraiser Dashboard Shortens Appraisal Turnaround Times for Lenders, AMCs, and Appraisers

SEATTLE, Wash. -- Appraiser Dashboard, a provider appraisal technology, has announced the launch of its namesake appraisal workflow and networking technology. Appraiser Dashboard is the industry's first appraiser-facing technology that automatically informs AMCs (appraisal management companies) and lenders each time the appraiser user takes action in the appraisal process.

Keeping all necessary parties informed is one of the primary challenges in the appraisal process, and a leading cause of delays. This is because there are numerous steps and no standardized process. AMCs and mortgage lenders each have their own unique processes to which appraisers must conform.

As a result, AMCs spend an estimated 60 percent to 70 percent of appraisal processing time following up and soliciting updates on appraisals, according to Appraiser Dashboard CEO Michael Wojcik. "You can ask any AMC or lender. They will tell you that communication delays are the most common problem in the appraisal process," he said.

"If an AMC hasn't heard back from an appraiser 24 to 36 hours after assigning an appraisal --and that's not only common, but completely understandable from an appraiser's standpoint -- it's likely that the AMC will start the process of reassigning that file to another appraiser," said Wojcik. "The issue is, a lot of appraisers may have started working on those assignments, but just haven't had time to update the lender or AMC. Reassignments cost everyone-the appraiser, the AMC, the lender and ultimately, the borrower."

Appraiser Dashboard prevents these miscommunications by automatically informing the AMC and/or lender each time an appraiser takes action in the appraisal process, so they don't have to spend time researching status or reassigning transactions that are already in progress. It also provides appraisers with a secure means for transmitting and storing data, which helps lenders meet requirements for third party oversight.

"Most appraisers are independent contractors who use free email service providers," said Wojcik. "Appraiser Dashboard offers a secure alternative that a lot of appraisers, AMCs and lenders feel better about using."

Appraiser Dashboard easily integrates with most appraisal management software (AMS) and loan origination software (LOS) systems. In lieu of a software-to-software integration, Appraiser Dashboard provides push email updates to any user-designated AMC or lender partner.

AMCs and lenders can integrate their software with Appraiser Dashboard in less than one week.

About Appraiser Dashboard

Appraiser Dashboard's namesake technology eliminates the most common delay faced by lenders and AMCs in the appraisal process. Built specifically for appraisers based on extensive research, Appraiser Dashboard is the first and only appraiser-facing workflow and networking technology that automatically updates lenders and AMCs on each step of the appraiser's efforts to complete the appraisal. Appraiser Dashboard was founded in 2016 and is based in Seattle, Washington.

For more information, visit https://appraiserdash.com/ or call (302) 219-0085.

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Awards and Honors, Business, Free News Articles, VAR and IT Consulting

Crosslake Named to CIOReview’s 20 Most Promising QMS Solution Providers 2016

SEATTLE, Wash. -- Crosslake announced today that it has been selected by CIOReview as one among 20 Most Promising QMS Solution Providers 2016. "It's a great honor to announce Crosslake as one of the 20 Most Promising QMS Solution Providers 2016," said Jeevan George, Managing Editor of CIOReview. "Crosslake has lived up to its mission to help organizations continually innovate and optimize software delivery to create new value."

Crosslake works with its clients to improve their end-to-end software development process and IT operations. "Our strategy is to help companies evaluate quality by examining whether or not the product works the way people expect it to work and to see how it can be delivered at a reasonable cost with a reasonable time-to-market," explained Russ Albright, CEO. "It's great to be recognized for our distinct approach to quality," added Albright.

Crosslake specializes in providing services including Technical Due Diligence, Transformational Roadmap, Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), Technical Assessments, Organizational Optimization, Quality Assurance Acceleration, DevOps, On-Premise to Cloud, Pivotal Cloud Foundry, IT Operations and Corporate Services.

About Crosslake:

Crosslake is a privately owned Information Technology and Services company. From strategic vision to planning and architecture, development and execution, Crosslake works to transform organizations and optimize software delivery. With extensive boots-on-the-ground experience shipping software and IT execution, Crosslake provides end-to-end value with expertise in management consulting and advisory services providing both strategic and tactical insight. Established in 2008, Crosslake is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.

For more info, visit: http://www.crosslaketech.com/.

About CIOReview:

Published from Fremont, Calif., CIOReview is a print magazine that explores and understands the plethora of ways adopted by firms to execute the smooth functioning of their businesses. A distinguished panel comprised of CEOs, CIOs, IT VPs including the CIOReview editorial board finalized the "20 Most Promising QMS Solution Providers 2016" in the U.S. and shortlisted the best vendors and consultants. For more info, visit: http://www.cioreview.com/.

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Edupoint’s Growth in Washington Continues with Bellevue School District’s Selection of Synergy

BELLEVUE, Wash. -- Edupoint(R) Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy(R) Education Platform for K-12 student information and learning management, has been selected by Bellevue School District, located in Seattle's largest suburb, to meet the district's student information management and gradebook needs.

Bellevue School District serves about 20,000 students from Bellevue and surrounding areas across 28 schools. The district selected Synergy Student Information System (SIS) - with Synergy's fully-integrated TeacherVUE(R) With Gradebook, and ParentVUE(R) and StudentVUE(R) portals - to be implemented in a private cloud-hosted environment.

"We pride ourselves in being on the leading edge of technology, and our sense was that partnering with Edupoint would be consistent with that," said Tom Duenwald, Director of Educational Technology for the district. "It was also important for us to have a system that has not only a strong national presence, but a state presence as well, and to know that Edupoint is serious about protecting our student and family data. We have a lot of confidence in the system, both in terms of what Synergy has to offer our end users and what it will look like with our IT department."

Edupoint's demonstrated commitment to customer-responsive innovation was also a factor in the district's decision.

"We were impressed with Edupoint's track record of continuous improvement," said Jason Golec, Bellevue's Director of Technology. "Edupoint is clearly still striving to enhance the Synergy platform to make it more user friendly, and that forward thinking carries a lot of weight."

"The Edupoint team has also been very responsive and very willing to partner with us, which was attractive from a relationship-building standpoint," said Melanie McGee, Project Manager for Bellevue. "We enlisted a wide base of users to participate in the selection process; it wasn't just IT or Curriculum. Overwhelmingly, the user groups felt that Synergy was the best solution to meet our needs."

"Bellevue was seeking a full-featured solution to align with its guiding principles, including Excellence, Accountability, Collaboration, Communication, Innovation, and Continuous Improvement, and found that Synergy best met its requirements," said Bob Weathers, Founder & CEO of Edupoint. "We are pleased to welcome Bellevue School District into the Synergy family, and look forward to a long and fruitful partnership."

The district expects to be live with its Synergy implementation for the start of the 2017-18 school year.

About Edupoint Educational Systems:

For over thirty years, the leadership of Edupoint Educational Systems has provided well-designed, technologically-advanced student data management systems that empower all K-12 stakeholders with the tools they need to improve student achievement. The fully-integrated Synergy(R) Education Platform includes Synergy(R) SIS, the most powerful K-12 student information system available today, Synergy(R) LMS, an all-in-one learning and assessment platform, and Synergy(R) SE, a comprehensive special education data management system. Thousands of schools nationwide choose the Synergy Education Platform to support more than 3.5 million students.

More information: http://www.edupoint.com/.

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ACSIA Partners Seeks 150 New Agents to Serve Growing Segments of Its Long-Term Care Planning Business

KIRKLAND, Wash. -- The long-term care insurance market seems to be in turmoil thanks to rate increases, waning consumer demand, and carriers exiting the business. Pessimism prevails, but not for ACSIA Partners, one of America's largest long-term care insurance agencies. The company is quite bullish, in fact. "We're looking for 150 new agents," says Denise Gott, CEO. "We need them right now to handle current need and projected demand." What's going on?

The company is not immune to the industry turmoil. "Our traditional business, individual LTC insurance, has temporarily levelled off," she says, "but it's still substantial and continuing; and two new segments are surging: hybrid care solutions and worksite plans."

Hybrid solutions are annuities or life insurance policies with long-term care riders. They are based on tangible assets that may be tapped to pay for care when needed. This has several advantages that make them attractive buys:
* Premiums can never increase.
* Benefits cannot change.
* Funds not used for long-term care go to beneficiaries tax-free.

Also, "It's easy to add a care rider to instruments the client needs anyway, like a life policy or annuity," says Gott.

Worksite plans are group or multi-life plans that offer long-term care protection as an employee benefit. "They're in demand because they appeal to both the company and the employee," says Gott.
* The plans bolster employee effectiveness and earning power. In the absence of LTC plans, long term care issues cost American industry $29 billion annually in lost productivity, according to a study by the MetLife Mature Market Institute. And employees jeopardize their income when they have to assume care duties.
* The plans offer multiple tax benefits. Premiums can be 100% tax-deductible to a business. For employees, premiums are not considered income, and the benefits received are generally tax-free.
* Economies of scale simplify everything. For example, there is relaxed health screening; and group rates keep premium costs down.

"Advantages like these make worksite LTC a no-brainer," says Gott. "And we think it could become as common as group healthcare, which has become the norm for most employers."

"Overall, for businesses as well as families, the need for LTC solutions is enormous," says Gott. "That's why we're so bullish."

Also, Gott predicts that the traditional LTC insurance business will start growing again fairly soon. "There are products out there, already developed, but sitting on carriers' shelves because the near-zero interest rate environment makes them uneconomic. As soon as interest rates start going up again, it's a whole new ballgame."

"So we're looking for 150 senior solutions agents to join us in serving this large and growing market." Information for candidates is available at https://www.acsiapartners.com/career-center/.

For employers interested in group protection for their employees, information is available at https://www.acsiapartners.com/business-owners/.

Information for consumers is available at https://www.acsiapartners.com/consumers/.

About ACSIA Partners LLC:

ACSIA Partners LLC -- https://www.acsiapartners.com -- serves organizations as well as families in all states. The company is also a co-founder and sponsor of the "3in4 Need More" campaign, which encourages Americans to form a long-term care plan.

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