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Boston-Area Batteries Plus Powers Up Emergency Preparedness with Backup Battery Solutions

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World’s Leading Battery Brand Provides Backup Battery Power to Support Hospitals, First Responders, and Homeowners in Case of Outages

BOSTON, May 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As New England braces for peak storm season, Batteries Plus franchise owner Chris Shea is helping the Greater Boston area stay prepared with backup power for when emergencies strike. By helping keep basements dry, hospitals powered, and public safety communication systems online, Shea’s store in Woburn, Massachusetts has become an essential hub for backup battery solutions for homeowners and business owners alike.

Keeping Boston’s Emergency Services Prepared
Most of Shea’s top partnerships rely on his services for backup battery power to the systems built to protect people, property, and data. Shea finds himself powering even the most critical industries, including police and fire communications, as well as hospitals – some of which require as many as 20 industrial-scale generators to provide electricity during power outages.

“Battery power might be behind the scenes, but it’s critically necessary to be prepared with a backup option.”

“Battery power might be behind the scenes, but it’s critically necessary to be prepared with a backup option. In fact, some hospitals won’t even allow a surgery to move forward if there isn’t a properly operating generator back up in place,” said Shea. “Power loss can happen in an instant and there’s no room for downtime when public safety is on the line. Our batteries are a silent partner in that equation.”

Supporting the Healthcare Industry
Shea is particularly proud of his work supplying backup solutions for area hospitals and assisted living facilities, even providing battery needs for medical mobility equipment like electric wheelchairs.

“In the healthcare world, battery failure isn’t just inconvenient – it’s dangerous and can put lives at risk,” said Shea. “Whether it’s for a wheelchair, a vital piece of equipment, or emergency lighting, the people in healthcare who rely on those batteries can’t afford any disruption. It’s one of the most meaningful parts of what we do.”

Protecting the Home
The demand for power resilience isn’t limited to municipal and public services. Shea points out that every home has become its own micro-infrastructure hub, especially with the rise of remote work, smart homes, and complex car electronics. Everyday consumers are realizing the need for reliable backup systems, such as sump pump backup batteries to protect basements from water damage.

“Between Boston’s home prices and aging housing stock, even minor water damage to a basement can significantly threaten property value,” continued Shea. “It’s why some insurance companies are now requiring homeowners to install battery backups on sump pumps. Meaning, if your basement floods and you didn’t have a backup battery installed, you could be denied a claim for flooding.”

Even beyond basements, backup batteries are also essential for:

Home security systemsGarage doorsFiber-optic internet systemsHome office UPS (uninterruptable power supply) units, like surge protectors

While the weather may be unpredictable, Shea’s mission remains steady: helping provide his community with vital backup resources to stay prepared, powered and protected.

Batteries Plus has over 730 locations open in 47 states and Puerto Rico. To find a location near you, visit: www.batteriesplus.com. For more on business solutions and to set up a business account with Batteries Plus, please visit www.batteriesplus.com/business-interest.

ABOUT BATTERIES PLUS BUSINESS:
Batteries Plus is the nation’s premiere power solution for any size business. With unlimited products, services and expertise designed to meet the needs of America’s businesses delivered through a local touch at any one of its 730+ stores nationwide, Batteries Plus is the best-in-class partner for all B2B power needs. For more information on Batteries Plus Business’s capabilities, visit www.batteriesplus.com/business-interest.

Media Contact: Meg Ryan, Fishman Public Relations, mryan@fishmanpr.com or 847.945.1300 ext. 264

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LEAP Group Relaunches HumanView, a Growth Intelligence System Built to Explain Why Customers Behave the Way They Do

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Reimagined from the ground up, HumanView pairs statistical modeling with expert analysts to turn millions of real-world customer signals into business decisions

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — LEAP Group today announced the relaunch of HumanView, its growth intelligence service. The new version has been rebuilt from the ground up and now has a dedicated home at leapgroupnetwork.com/humanview.

HumanView analyzes what customers say and do across social platforms, e-commerce sites, review platforms, search behavior and user-generated content, including signals from Reddit, TikTok, YouTube, Meta, Amazon and Walmart+ that general AI tools cannot always access. Because the data reflects unprompted, real-world behavior, it avoids the response bias built into surveys and focus groups.

The service works in three layers. HumanView captures signals at scale, decodes millions of records through validated statistical models such as regression, correlation and clustering, and then relies on experienced analysts to interpret the patterns. Clients receive clear, human-validated insights instead of another dashboard.

“Machines find the patterns. Humans find the point,” said Alan Gilleo, CEO at LEAP Group. “The first version of HumanView showed us how much customers reveal when nobody is asking them questions. This version is built to explain why they act the way they do, and to put those answers in front of everyone making decisions, from product to service to marketing.”

HumanView focuses on three areas:

Growth Intelligence: customer motivations and how people perceive a brand and its competitors

Market and Category Intelligence: product pain points, service friction, unmet needs and competitive gaps

Audience Intelligence: new segments, positioning opportunities and gaps in the market

Every model is designed and validated by data scientists and benchmarked before it informs a recommendation.

To learn more about HumanView, visit leapgroupnetwork.com/humanview.

About LEAP Group
LEAP Group is a boutique marketing agency holding company with offices in Louisville, Indianapolis, Cincinnati and Chicago. Guided by the belief that brands should “Market Less. Matter More.,” LEAP gives clients access to specialized experts across its entire network. Learn more at leapgroupnetwork.com.

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STEPHEN A. SMITH ADDRESSES WHITE HOUSE DINNER ATTENDANCE, REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO HBCUs AND PROTECTING CORPORATE INVESTMENT IN BLACK EDUCATION

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NEW YORK, Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Stephen A. Smith, media mogul, New York Times bestselling author, and proud 1991 graduate of Winston-Salem State University, is addressing the public discussion surrounding his decision to attend a White House dinner with President Donald Trump, emphasizing his commitment to the long-term financial stability of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

For Smith, the decision was rooted in a commitment to institutions that have educated generations of Black leaders, professionals, entrepreneurs, and public servants.

“I will always advocate for HBCUs and the students whose futures depend on them,” Smith said. “My reason for attending the White House dinner was to discuss the challenges these institutions face in securing long-term funding and to make the case that corporate America must continue to invest in them.”

Smith acknowledged federal support through the FUTURE Act while expressing concern that political tensions surrounding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) could discourage private companies from supporting HBCUs. He maintains that these institutions deserve sustained corporate partnerships, philanthropic contributions, and public investment.

“If we truly believe in free-market capitalism, businesses should be able to support educational institutions and charitable causes without fear of criticism or repercussions,” Smith said. “HBCUs have made extraordinary contributions to this country. They deserve sustained public and private investment.”

Ashley Christopher, Esq., Founder and CEO of the HBCU Week Foundation, recognized Smith’s advocacy and decision to engage with the administration.

“Stephen A. Smith has been a powerful advocate for HBCUs, using his platform and influence to shine a national spotlight on our institutions,” expressed Christopher, “His continued support of HBCU Week helps advance our mission of connecting students with life-changing educational opportunities, and we are proud to have him as our ambassador.”

Since Smith became an HBCU Week Ambassador in 2019, the initiative has facilitated more than 15,000 on-the-spot college acceptances and raised and awarded more than $150 million in scholarships, according to the HBCU Week Foundation.

As public discussion continues, Smith is emphasizing the importance of ensuring HBCUs have the resources and partnerships needed to educate future generations and expand opportunities for students.

CLICK HERE to watch Smith’s full response to his White House visit.

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Advantex Announces Completion of Financing and Extension of Maturity Date of Previously Issued Debentures

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TORONTO, Oct. 23, 2026 /CNW/ — Advantex Marketing International Inc. (CSE: ADX) (“Advantex”), a leader in the merchant cash advance and loyalty marketing products for merchants, today announced the completion of a $250,000 secured debt financing. Advantex issued a $250,000 non-convertible debenture which bears an interest rate at 12% per annum and matures December 15, 2027. The proceeds raised from this issuance of the Debenture will be used for working capital purposes.

Advantex has also extended the maturity of its existing $700,000 in 12% secured debentures from October 10, 2026 to December 15, 2027.

About Advantex Marketing International Inc.

Advantex provides working capital to merchants. Advantex also provides specialized marketing programs that enable members of Aeroplan to earn Aeroplan points at participating merchants.

Advantex shares trade on the Canadian Securities Exchange under the symbol ADX. For more information go to Advantex’s profile on www.sedar.com

Forward-Looking Information

This news release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of applicable securities laws relating to the future business and operations of Advantex. Actual results and developments may differ materially from those contemplated by these statements. The business and operations of Advantex described herein is dependent on a number of factors and is subject to a number of risks and uncertainties. Factors that could cause actual results to differ material include, but are not limited to, changes in Advantex’s economic and competitive conditions including but not limited to the industry sectors in which Advantex operates.

The statements in this news release are made of the date of this release. Forward-looking statements are made based on management’s beliefs, estimates and opinions on the date the statements are made and Advantex undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements if these beliefs, estimates and opinions or other circumstances should change, except as required by applicable law.

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