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Dr. Tim Conway & NOW! Programs® Launch LipLetter Land™: A 6-way Multisensory App Revolutionizing Early Literacy

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Feb. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Dyslexic brain scientist releases LipLetter Land™, a groundbreaking early literacy app for children 3 to 6 years old, and is transforming how young learners build foundational reading skills. Created by esteemed neuropsychologist Dr. Tim Conway, a leader in dyslexia research and literacy development, the app blends engaging, science-backed activities with a 6-way neurodevelopmental multisensory learning approach proven to strengthen early literacy skills.

“Strong literacy skills empower every child for academic success.” –  Dr. Tim Conway

How LipLetter Land™ Works
The app is built around a unique 6-way multisensory learning approach, designed to help children connect letters, sounds, and mouth movements—key to unlocking strong early literacy skills.

Auditory & Visual – Accurately hearing spoken sounds, and seeing animated mouth movies or their own mouth moving for each sound.Tactile & Kinesthetic – Feeling & explicitly controlling different parts of learners’ mouth’s unique movements that create all letter sounds.Fun Names for Alphabet Letters & Sounds – Learning that all sounds also have fun names (e.g., ‘Lip Popper’ for b, ‘Tongue Tapper’ for d), and then linking each sound to its letter. This may seem odd compared to standard memorization of letters and sounds, but new learning is enhanced by the letter – sound – name & other specific details – memorizing is not needed.

What’s the Science Behind LipLetter Land™ 
Dr. Conway, who has dedicated his career to studying and addressing the root causes of illiteracy & dyslexia, developed LipLetter Land™ as an interactive, gamified learning tool that provides a peer-reviewed, evidence-based method in an interactive & fun app. This app helps teachers or parents guide young children to master learning alphabet letters, their sounds, their unique mouth movements and early reading skills.

Dr Conway’s decades of peer-reviewed, collaborative research, funded by the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD), led to the development of the NOW! Foundations for Speech, Language, Reading, and Spelling® program. This neurodevelopmental program is delivered online by www.NOWPrograms.com and is internationally known for delivering “life changing” gains in literacy for thousands of children, teens and even adults – successfully closing the gaps and empowering strong literacy skills and academic success, including remediating dyslexia.

LipLetter Land™ provides the 1st stage of this proven methodology in a high fidelity, easily accessible app. The app also offers young learners an interactive experience that enhances early literacy development to actually prevent common early reading struggles before they start. LipLetter Land™ is the first early literacy app whose method has solid scientific evidence of preventing struggles with learning letters and their sounds, as well as building strong spelling and reading skills – early empowerment before children fall behind in reading skills is the hallmark of LipLetter Land™.

By training these powerful multi-sensory learning pathways, LipLetter Land™ helps prevent common letter reversals, such as mixing the sounds for letter b’s and d’s. By teaching a child the unique and specific mouth movements for each letter’s sounds, children learn sensory-based reasoning, ie “oh my lips pop open for the letter b!”

What Sets LipLetter Land™Apart?
Unlike traditional memorization techniques or “Sound Walls,” LipLetter Land™ is based on the Science of Reading, Piagetian concrete-before-abstract learning, and evidence-based, 6-way multisensory instruction. This provides a deeper and longer lasting learning experience for young readers.

LipLetter Land™ is designed for universal accessibility, ensuring families, educators, and schools can integrate it into early literacy programs at an affordable cost:

Schools: As low as $0.50 per student per monthParents, Tutors, Speech Therapists, and Child Development Specialists: As low as $1 per child per month14-Day Free Trial: Encouraging parents and educators to explore the app’s benefits firsthand

Empowering Early Readers Through Science
“Strong literacy skills empower every child for academic success,” said Dr. Tim Conway, neuropsychologist and NICHD & VA RR&D published researcher. “LipLetter Land™ is grounded in decades of scientific research and designed by the research scientists, educators and brain science professionals to help children develop essential reading skills, even before they enter school. By providing fun, interactive and evidence-based learning experiences that are well-grounded in developmental brain science and the Science of Reading, we are giving children & their teachers the tools they need for building lifelong literacy success.”

Start Your Literacy Journey Today
LipLetter Land™ is now available for parents, educators, and schools looking to support early literacy development. To learn more or start a free trial, visit www.LipLetterLand.com

About Dr. Tim Conway
Dr. Tim Conway is an empowered Dyslexic who is trained in lifespan neuropsychology and peer-review published in Neurorehabilitation, Neurodevelopmental Disorders assessment & treatment and Neuroimaging. Since the age of 19 he has been training and specializing in literacy and dyslexia research, clinical and edtech delivery of services. As a dyslexic man and father of two children with dyslexia, he brings both personal insight and professional expertise to his work. His NICHD funded research collaborations have led to the development of evidence-based literacy & Dyslexia remediation programs that have successfully helped thousands of children, teens and adults too. Dr. Conway is dedicated to making early literacy tools affordable, accessible, and effective for all children around the world. LipLetter Land™ is the first of dozens of apps that Dr Conway and his edtech company NOW! Programs® team will be releasing.

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Email: LLL@NOWprograms.com 

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The Inner Circle acknowledges Colleen Reilly as a Pinnacle Professional Member Inner Circle of Excellence

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PORT ST. JOE, Fla., April 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Colleen Reilly is honored as a Pinnacle Professional Member Inner Circle of Excellence for her contributions to Transforming Catering and Event Services in Northwest Florida.

Since 2015, Colleen Reilly has served as founder and CEO of Catering Connections, a company that has redefined catering in Northwest Florida’s beach communities through innovation, collaboration, and community focus. Guided by her motto “Just one call feeds them all,” Ms. Reilly established a unique model by partnering with local restaurants to showcase their specialties, fostering unity among businesses while providing clients with one-of-a-kind event experiences.

With over 15 years of industry expertise, Ms. Reilly specializes in coordinating weddings, family reunions, and corporate events, managing every detail from client consultation to menu planning and flawless execution. Her dedication to service has earned Catering Connections multiple recognitions, including the Couples Choice Award from WeddingWire from 2021 to 2025, the Best of Florida Award from 2022 to 2024, and the Lux Life Hospitality and Catering Award in 2023 and 2024.

Ms. Reilly’s career foundation includes an associate degree in paralegal studies, magna cum laude, from Volunteer State College, a reflection of her meticulous approach to detail and commitment to excellence. Beyond her business, she serves her community as a board member of the Historic St. Andrews Waterfront Partnership and as president of Friends of the Governor Stone Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to preserving maritime heritage in Panama City. Her previous civic contributions include serving five years as a guardian ad litem, advocating for children within the legal system, and volunteering as a school chaperone for international student trips.

A leader who blends innovation with service, Ms. Reilly continues to grow Catering Connections while deepening her commitment to the local community. Looking ahead, she remains dedicated to expanding her company’s impact, bringing people together, and creating meaningful experiences through food and fellowship.

Contact: Katherine Green, 516-825-5634, editorialteam@continentalwhoswho.com

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Media Contributor Kianga Moore to Host Executive Media Roundtable On AI’s Transformational Impact in Retail

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Leaders from AdFury.ai, Vendormint, and New Nexus Group to Explore Real-Time Decision-Making, Resilience, and Growth in a Volatile Market

NEW YORK, April 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As retailers navigate ongoing economic uncertainty, supply chain volatility, and rapidly shifting consumer expectations, the upcoming convening of a high-level roundtable discussion will examine how artificial intelligence is reshaping the retail landscape in real time.

Moderated by Media Contributor Kianga Moore, to be held on Wednesday, April 29 at 11h00am (EST), the roundtable will bring together senior leaders from AdFury.ai, Vendormint and New Nexus Group to discuss how modern enterprise platforms are leveraging AI to drive agility, efficiency, and long-term resilience across the retail ecosystem.

The discussion will additionally focus on how AI is enabling retailers to respond dynamically to changing demand signals, optimize marketing investments, and strengthen interoperability across increasingly complex vendor and marketplace networks.

“Retailers today are operating in a constant state of disruption”, stated Kianga Moore. “This roundtable will explore how AI is not just a tool for efficiency, but a strategic asset for anticipating change and building more resilient, adaptive American enterprise.”

Key discussion topics will include remarks on how, for example, enterprise AI platforms are helping retailers respond instantly to fluctuations in consumer demand, pricing pressures, and external supply chain disruptions and the role of AI in enhancing interoperability across vendors, partners, and marketplaces to create more agile and resilient retail infrastructures in 2026.

Rob Gonda, Chief Technical Officer at Vendormint, stated that, “Interoperability is the backbone of modern retail. AI enables seamless communication between platforms, vendors, and marketplaces—turning fragmented systems into cohesive, responsive ecosystems that can adapt under pressure.”

Discussion topics will also include machine learning’s ability to optimize ad spend, improving personalization, and delivering measurable ROI while maintaining brand trust and regulatory compliance.

Eric Howerton, Co-Founder and Chief Growth Officer of AdFury.ai, added that,”AI is fundamentally changing how brands approach customer acquisition. By leveraging machine learning through fine-tuned, retail-specific agentic flows, we can not only optimize ad spend in real time, but we can also ensure messaging is personalized, compliant, and aligned with evolving consumer expectations.”

And indeed the roundtable will include discussions on how AI-powered predictive analytics can help businesses anticipate economic, technological, and geopolitical disruptions ahead—and plan accordingly.

Cheryl Yarbrough, Vice President of Partnerships at New Nexus Group added that, “Resilience in retail is no longer built in quarterly planning cycles-it’s built in real time. AI gives organizations the ability to identify disruptions before they cascade, pivot strategies before momentum is lost, and maintain continuity when the market moves faster than any human team can react alone.”

The roundtable will be held via Zoom TeleConference, with questions from the press and key stakeholders to follow opening remarks and a 30-minute Q&A between the moderator and the panelists.

For all media inquiries and to register to attend, please contact: Sam Amsterdam, Amsterdam Group Public Relations Inc. – Sam@AmsterdamGroup.net / +1 (202) 910-8349

Vendormint (https://vendormint.com)New Nexus Group (https://www.newnexusgroup.com)AdFury.ai (https://www.adfury.ai)

Samuel Amsterdam
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Vendormint
samuelamsterdam@gmail.com

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Fairway Home Mortgage Earns Prestigious USA TODAY Top Workplaces Award For 6th Consecutive Year

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Fairway CEO Steve Jacobson Named #1 Leadership Award Winner of Companies With 2500+ Employees

MADISON, Wis., April 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Fairway Home Mortgage announced that it has earned the prestigious 2026 USA TODAY Top Workplaces award. This is the sixth year in a row Fairway achieved this honor.

The award honors organizations with 150 or more employees that have created exceptional, people-first cultures. This year, more than 40,500 organizations were invited to participate. The winners are recognized for their commitment to fostering a workplace environment that values employee listening and engagement. USA TODAY showcased the winners at the National Awards Summit in Nashville. Watch the video of the event here.

“Being recognized with this award reflects Fairway’s commitment to bringing our people together face-to-face,” said Fairway’s CEO and Founder Steve Jacobson. “Companies are better when their people are around each other. People need each other and they learn from each other, and we’re very intentional about creating opportunities for in-person collaboration at Fairway.”

Jacobson demonstrated that in-person collaboration when he traveled to Knoxville this week with Fairway Senior Vice President Dan Richards to spend time with one of Fairway’s branches and their local real estate partners. “We engaged in real conversations about the market, discussed what people are seeing on the ground, and talked about how Fairway keeps showing up for clients,” said Richards. “It’s a reflection of the same hands-on approach that has defined Fairway’s culture for more than two decades.”

“To be named a Top Workplace for six consecutive years speaks to Fairway’s leadership, our mindset, and the empowerment of our staff,” said Fairway’s Chief People and Engagement Officer Julie Fry. “Our strength isn’t just what we offer employees. What sets a top workplace apart is the daily commitment to people—prioritizing connection, valuing contributions, and creating an environment where employees feel energized to serve because they feel valued first.”

The winners are determined by authentic employee feedback captured through a confidential survey conducted by Energage, the HR research and technology company behind the Top Workplaces program since 2006. The results are calculated based on employee responses to statements about Workplace Experience Themes, which are proven indicators of high performance.

“Earning a USA TODAY Top Workplaces award is a testament to an organization’s credibility and commitment to a people-first culture,” said Eric Rubino, CEO of Energage. “This award, driven by real employee feedback, is more than just a recognition — it’s proof that your employees believe in the organization and its leadership. Job seekers and customers look for this trusted badge of credibility and excellence. It signals a company that values its people, and that kind of culture resonates in today’s competitive market”

About Fairway Home Mortgage
Madison, WI- and Carrollton, TX-based Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation (NMLS #2289) is a full-service mortgage lender licensed in all 50 states. Fairway is the #2 overall retail lender in the U.S.

About Energage
Making the world a better place to work together.™
Energage is a purpose-driven company that helps organizations turn employee feedback into useful business intelligence and credible employer recognition through Top Workplaces. Built on 20 years of culture research and the results from 30 million employees surveyed across more than 80,000 organizations, Energage delivers the most accurate competitive benchmark available. With access to a unique combination of patented analytic tools and expert guidance, Energage customers lead the competition with an engaged workforce and an opportunity to gain recognition for their people-first approach to culture. For more information or to nominate your organization, visit energage.com or topworkplaces.com.

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