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ROAR SOCIAL ANNOUNCES PROMOTION OF MIKE DODGE TO PRESIDENT AND CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

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Gen Z-focused Platform Revolutionizes Social Media as a Powerful Tool for Social Impact by Replacing the “Like” with the “Give”

LOS ANGELES, June 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Roar Social, the new Gen Z platform that reimagines social media as a powerful tool for social change, today announces the promotion of Mike Dodge to President and Chief Operating Officer. This significant promotion comes as Roar Social continues to experience substantial buzz since its launch in the Apple App Store.

Dodge, who has been instrumental in overseeing Roar Social’s Finance, Legal, Operations, Content Moderation, and Strategic Partnerships teams, will now expand his role to the critical areas of Corporate Strategy, Business Intelligence, and Human Resources.

“Mike’s promotion is a testament to his exceptional leadership and the significant contributions he has made to Roar Social’s growth and strategic direction,” said Robert Weiss, CEO and Founder of Roar Social. “His steady and experienced hand will help guide Roar Social through our closed beta period and upcoming public launch. We are committed to our mission of transforming social media into a powerful engine for social impact, and Mike is the ideal person to help lead us on this journey.”

Dodge brings over two decades of experience in building and growing companies at the intersection of media and technology. Before joining Roar Social, he was the Chief Operating Officer of Care Solace, where he focused on improving mental healthcare for school systems and their families. Dodge has also held C-Level roles at 101 Networks, theAudience, and Evolve Media, and has worked at a wide variety of iconic companies such as McKinsey & Company, General Electric, and Procter & Gamble. He holds an MBA from Harvard Business School.

Dodge’s new position follows the previous promotions for Ash Steffy to EVP and Chief Experience Officer, and James Smitley to EVP and Chief Technology Officer. The elevation of Steffy and Smitley significantly expanded their responsibilities, helping to drive forward Roar Social’s mission and growth.

Steffy joined Roar Social in October 2020 as Chief Brand Officer and has been a pivotal force in developing Roar Social’s product vision and brand. He has built and led the company’s Product, Marketing, PR/Communications, and Human Interface and Design teams. His promotion to EVP and Chief Experience Officer then expanded his responsibilities to include Content Strategy, Community Development, and Creator/Influencer Relations. His previous roles include leadership positions at the Walt Disney Company, Ovation and FanDragon Technologies – where he excelled at leading teams to create unforgettable consumer experiences.

Smitley joined Roar Social as Head of Engineering in May 2022, where he built and led the company’s onshore and offshore software development teams, overseeing all aspects of Roar Social’s technical direction and engineering strategy. Smitley’s promotion to EVP and Chief Technology Officer then expanded his responsibilities to include Platform Scaling, Innovation/R&D, and AI/Machine Learning Integration. Smitley has over 20 years of experience in technology, having led teams at LinkedIn, Atlassian, PointDrive, and kettle.ai. His leadership at Roar Social has been crucial in developing innovative technical solutions and fostering high morale among the engineering team.

“Ash and Jim have both played critical roles in Roar Social’s success to date,” said Weiss. “Ash’s experience and expertise have been instrumental in shaping our company’s product vision and creative direction, while Jim’s exceptional leadership has led to groundbreaking technical solutions and a robust development cadence. We are fortunate to have such talented leaders driving our mission forward.”

Since its founding, Roar Social has made significant strides, including raising more than $10 million in seed funding, developing comprehensive Alpha and Beta products, and emerging from stealth mode in June 2023. The Beta product, available on the Apple App Store since August 2023, has opened the platform to a growing community of engaged users supporting causes such as Climate Change, Voting Rights, Mental Health, Cure Cancer, and Disaster Relief.

Roar Social invites creators, influencers, and users to join the VIP Early Access list. Download the Roar Social app in the Apple App Store. To learn more and download photos, please visit RoarSocial.com. 

About Roar Social

Roar Social is a new Gen Z platform that reimagines social media as a powerful engine for social impact. Launched in the Apple App Store summer 2023, Roar Social replaces the “Like” with the “Give,” leveraging the video content users love to raise money for causes they care about. Roar Social uses “Gamified Giving” to let everyone change the world, one tap at a time.

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Booking.com’s Latest Travel and Sustainability Research Reveals Australian Generational Paradox

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SYDNEY, May 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Today Booking.com released its 11th annual research report into consumer attitudes and understanding of the social and environmental impact of travel. With insights from 32,500 travellers across 35 markets globally, including 1,000 from Australia, this year’s research highlights a generational paradox.

While 83% of Australian travellers say that more sustainable travel is important to them, older generations demonstrate greater commitment through concrete actions, despite younger generations often expressing stronger sustainability intentions.

Older generations demonstrate greater commitment through concrete sustainable actions, with almost two–thirds of Boomers across Asia Pacific (63%) saying they will shop more at local, independent stores on their trips, three–quarters (75%) planning to reduce general waste, and 63% intending to reduce energy consumption, higher than Gen X, Millennials and Gen Z.However, younger travellers are leading in cultural and conservation management; more than a quarter of Gen Z (27%) and Millennials (26%) participated in a tour or activity that contributed to the health or conservation of the local ecosystem or wildlife.Extreme weather is actively reshaping travel choices. Nearly three-quarters of Australian travellers said they consider extreme weather risk when choosing both destination (72%), and timing (75%), and 27% reported having cancelled or changed trip plans in the past twelve months due to extreme weather or natural disaster.Australian travellers are shifting when and where they travel, seeking reliable climates and comfort. 43% say they plan to avoid overcrowded tourist destinations, 42% plan to travel outside of peak season, and 26% will seek out destinations with cooler temperatures.In 2025, travellers booked more than 100 million room nights on Booking.com at accommodation partners with a third-party sustainability certification, including at 363 third-party certified Australian properties.

To find Booking.com’s full 2026 research, visit here.

 

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Florida Physician Specialists Data Breach: Edelson Lechtzin LLP Launches Investigation into Exposure of Personal Information

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National class action firm offering free case evaluations to individuals impacted by the Florida Physician Specialists cybersecurity incident

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., May 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Edelson Lechtzin LLP, a national class action law firm, is investigating data privacy claims arising from the Florida Physician Specialists data breach. Florida Physician Specialists learned of the cybersecurity incident between November 27 and 29, 2025.

What Happened

Florida Physician Specialists discovered that its network was hacked between November 27 and 29, 2025. An investigation launched in late November 2025 confirmed that an unauthorized third party accessed its network. The review of the exposed data was completed on April 6, 2026.

Information Exposed

Affected personal data includes full names and one or more of the following: Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers or state identification numbers, other government identification numbers, financial account information, credit or debit card information, medical information, and/or health insurance policy information.

Who May Be Impacted

Individuals who received a data breach notification from Florida Physician Specialists may face an increased risk of identity theft and fraud.

Your Legal Options

Edelson Lechtzin LLP is investigating a potential class action to pursue legal remedies on behalf of individuals whose sensitive personal data may have been compromised in the Florida Physician Specialists breach. The firm will evaluate your rights and potential claims at no cost.

Recommended Protective Steps

Review account statements and credit reports regularly and remain vigilant for suspicious activity. Confirm whether your information was involved in the Florida Physician Specialists incident and preserve any letters or emails you received about the breach. Consider placing fraud alerts and credit monitoring.

Contact Us for a Free Case Evaluation

Speak confidentially with a data privacy attorney today: Marc Edelson, Esq., Edelson Lechtzin LLP, 411 S. State Street, Suite N-300, Newtown, PA 18940; Phone: 844-696-7492 ext. 2; Email: medelson@edelson-law.com; Web: www.edelson-law.com. Or click HERE to request a free consultation.

About Florida Physician Specialists

Based in Jacksonville, Florida, Florida Physician Specialists is a multi-specialty private physician practice serving patients in Northeast Florida.

About Edelson Lechtzin LLP

Edelson Lechtzin LLP is a national class action law firm with offices in Pennsylvania and California. In addition to data breach litigation, the firm handles class and collective actions involving securities and investment fraud, federal antitrust violations, ERISA employee benefit plans, wage theft, and consumer fraud

Media and Partnership Inquiries: Use the contact information above to connect with our team regarding interviews, co-counsel opportunities, and referral partnerships.

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Sandhills Medical Foundation, Inc., d/b/a Sandhills Medical Data Breach: Edelson Lechtzin LLP Launches Investigation into Exposure of Personal Information

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MCBEE, S.C., May 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Edelson Lechtzin LLP, a national class action law firm, is investigating data privacy claims arising from the Sandhills Medical data breach. Sandhills Medical learned of the cybersecurity incident between November 27 and 29, 2025.

What Happened

On May 8, 2025, Sandhills Medical discovered it had been the victim of a ransomware attack. Sandhills Medical began an investigation with the help of cybersecurity experts and a forensic firm. That investigation determined an unauthorized third party accessed Sandhills Medical’s server directly and obtained personal information for select patients.

Information Exposed

Affected personal data includes names, personal health information, and birth dates. This data breach has affected an estimated 169,017 people.

Who May Be Impacted

Individuals who received a data breach notification from Sandhills Medical may face an increased risk of identity theft and fraud.

Your Legal Options

Edelson Lechtzin LLP is investigating a potential class action to pursue legal remedies on behalf of individuals whose sensitive personal data may have been compromised in the Sandhills Medical breach. The firm will evaluate your rights and potential claims at no cost.

Recommended Protective Steps

Review account statements and credit reports regularly and remain vigilant for suspicious activity. Confirm whether your information was involved in the Sandhills Medical incident and preserve any letters or emails you received about the breach. Consider placing fraud alerts and credit monitoring.

Contact Us for a Free Case Evaluation

Speak confidentially with a data privacy attorney today: Marc Edelson, Esq., Edelson Lechtzin LLP, 411 S. State Street, Suite N-300, Newtown, PA 18940; Phone: 844-696-7492 ext. 2; Email: medelson@edelson-law.com; Web: www.edelson-law.com. Or click HERE to request a free consultation.

About Sandhills Medical

Based in McBee, South Carolina, Sandhills Medical operates as a Federally Qualified Community Health Center (FQHC) that provides community-based primary health care services.

About Edelson Lechtzin LLP

Edelson Lechtzin LLP is a national class action law firm with offices in Pennsylvania and California. In addition to data breach litigation, the firm handles class and collective actions involving securities and investment fraud, federal antitrust violations, ERISA employee benefit plans, wage theft, and consumer fraud

Media and Partnership Inquiries: Use the contact information above to connect with our team regarding interviews, co-counsel opportunities, and referral partnerships.

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