Friday, May 30, 2025

Orland Park Sting FC Sets Record for Tryout Registrations and Achieves Largest Player Roster in Club History

Orland Park Sting FC, a premier youth soccer club founded in 2016, proudly announces a record-breaking number of registrations for this year's tryouts.

Our coaches are the heart of the club. Their commitment to helping players grow both on and off the field is what makes Orland Park Sting such a special place.”
— Alex Freidine, Director of Orland Park Sting FC.

ORLAND PARK, IL, UNITED STATES, May 30, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Orland Park Sting FC, a premier youth soccer club founded in 2016, proudly announces a record-breaking number of

Massive Bio to Showcase AI-Driven Oncology Innovations at ASCO25

Exterior of McCormick Place with a digital brain graphic above, showcasing Massive Bio’s announcement to present AI-driven oncology innovations at ASCO25.

Massive Bio announces its participation at ASCO25, highlighting AI-powered oncology innovations and clinical trial matching technology.

Massive Bio highlights AI-driven clinical trial matching, real-world data solutions, and expert insights at the 2025 ASCO Annual Meeting.

Technology can meet patients at the right time, with the right opportunity, no matter how complex the diagnosis.”
— Dr. Arturo Loaiza-Bonilla

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 30, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Company to highlight patient-trial matching platform, real-world evidence solutions, and recent scientific contributions

Massive Bio, a global company specializing

Mondelēz International Joins the 100+ Accelerator to Help Advance More Sustainable Innovation at Scale

Company becomes sixth corporate partner alongside AB InBev, The Coca-Cola Company, Colgate-Palmolive, Danone, and Unilever

  • 100+ Accelerator was created to rapidly pilot and scale solutions.
  • Mondelēz International’s addition reinforces movement among world’s largest brands to collaborate on more sustainable innovation at scale.

CHICAGO, May 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mondelēz International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MDLZ) today announced it has joined the 100+ Accelerator, the award-winning global platform dedicated to scaling sustainable

Zion Ali, 23, Is Giving Chicago’s Youth a New Anthem — One of Healing, Hope, and Holding On

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One Song, One City, One Mission: Zion Ali’s “Make It Through” Campaign Turns Chicago’s Streets Into Stages of Survival, Strength, and Soul

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 30, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- In a world where too many songs echo pain without offering peace, 23-year-old Chicago artist Zion Ali is choosing a different

Woke Soul Coffee Celebrates One Year of Brewing Connection, Culture, and Conversation

Emily Bejarano Owner of Woke Soul Coffee

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Celebrating a Year of Impact: Woke Soul Coffee Blends Culture, Consciousness, and Community Through Every Cup in Chicago

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 30, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Woke Soul Coffee, a mobile coffee cart founded by Emily Bejarano in April 2024, is proudly celebrating its one-year anniversary. What began as a deeply personal homage to

Appraisal Institute Launches Certified Residential (CR) Beta for PAREA Program

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The Appraisal Institute announces the official launch of the Certified Residential Beta for its groundbreaking appraisal experience program.

The Certified Residential Beta reflects AI’s leadership as the only provider of a complete, AQB-compliant PAREA program—one that fuses rigorous education with immersive, virtual field experience.”
— Appraisal Institute

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 30, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Appraisal Institute (AI), the nation’s leading professional association of real estate appraisers, proudly announces the official launch of the Certified Residential (CR) Beta for its groundbreaking Practical

Thursday, May 29, 2025

The SBB Research Group Foundation Names April 2025 Grant Finalists: Developing Our Youth, Homeless Veterans in America Relief Foundation, Oswegoland Senior & Community Center

CHICAGO, May 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The SBB Research Group Foundation recognizes three Chicago-area charities as the April 2025 finalists of its monthly grant program supporting impactful nonprofits (in alphabetical order):  

  • Developing Our Youth (Chicago, IL) empowers young people by fostering resilience, self-confidence, and a sense of belonging through innovative programs and

New Research from Sprout Social Finds Social Media is the Top Place Gen Z Turns to for Search, Surpassing Traditional Search Engines

  • More than 1 in 3 consumers across age groups prefer searching on social platforms first for product reviews and recommendations
  • 76% of users say social content influenced a purchase in the last six months, including 90% of Gen Z
  • Respondents say social platforms deliver net-positive impacts on their mental health, financial decisions, and social lives

CHICAGO, May 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gen Z isn’t just spending more time on social media; they’re turning to it first when they need answers, which is shaping how they live, learn, and shop. According to new research from Sprout Social (NASDAQ: SPT), an industry-leading provider of cloud-based social media management software, this

Flexera bolsters FinOps offering with Spot Eco and Ocean, and signs GreenOps partnership with Greenpixie

Integration milestones add cloud commitment management and Kubernetes infrastructure management data into Flexera One

ITASCA, Ill., May 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Flexera, the global leader in technology spend and risk management, today announced significant integration milestones within Flexera One platform and Spot Eco, its cloud commitment management solution and Spot Ocean, its Kubernetes infrastructure optimization solution. Further bolstering its

Sterling Structural Becomes First U.S. Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) Manufacturer Listed on CLT Toolbox Platform


PHOENIX, Ill., May 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sterling Structural, a pioneer in domestically-sourced and manufactured mass timber solutions in the United States, has officially joined the CLT Toolbox platform, a global design software platform that empowers structural engineers to specify timber faster, more accurately, and in line with real supplier data.

The platform enables education alongside design enabling engineers to use mass timber. Its

CXO Inc. Acquires CIOsynergy, secureCISO, and CFO.org Executive Event Brands

At CXO Inc., Collaboration is at the Heart of Growth

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Expanded business and IT leadership event and community platform adds 100+ regional summits and thousands of CIOs, CISOs and CFOs across the Americas and Europe

Bringing CIOsynergy, secureCISO, and CFO.org communities under the CXO Inc. enables us to advance our integrated platform where executives can collaborate, benchmark, and chart the future together.”
— Harshil Shah

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 29, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- CXO Inc., the premier events company empowering business and technology leader collaboration worldwide, today announced that it has acquired the CIOsynergysecureCISO,

Evotix Partners with First-Ever All-Women Team Attempting Historic Nonstop Pacific Ocean Crossing

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Evotix Partners with First-Ever All-Women Team Attempting Historic Nonstop Pacific Ocean Crossing

Leading EHS&S software company supports historic 8,000-mile journey promoting safety, resilience and female empowerment

Health and safety is not about eliminating risk — it’s about managing it as effectively as possible while fulfilling our mission. At Evotix, we say safe operations is our No. 1 priority.”
— Matthew Elson, CEO of Evotix

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 29, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Evotix, a global leader in EHS&S software solutions for midsize to large enterprises, today announced its sponsorship of the pioneering "Seas the

Firefly Fiber Broadband Scales for Growth with CDG’s Operations and Revenue Platform, Elements

CDG is pleased to announce that Firefly Fiber Broadband, a Virginia-based Broadband Service Provider, has launched CDG’s OSS/BSS platform, Elements.

We needed an OSS/BSS platform that could help us scale to accommodate our current subscriber growth and service offerings and provide us with an open architecture to help us future proof our solutions”
— Dennis Reece, Director of Engineering & Operations

CHAMPAIGN, IL, UNITED STATES, May 29, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Communications Data Group (CDG) is pleased to announce that Firefly Fiber BroadbandSM, a Virginia-based fiber Broadband Service Provider (BSP) serving

Selective Search Celebrates 25 Years of Luxury Matchmaking Excellence

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Success statistics of Selective Search over the last 25 years

Milestone anniversary marks a legacy of transforming lives through a proven, personalized approach

Selective Search clients value their time, reputation, and personal privacy. Our services ensure a discreet, behind-the-scenes process that respects their status and lifestyle.”
— Barbie Adler

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 29, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ --
Selective Search, the nation’s leading luxury matchmaking firm, proudly marks its

ESTA Research Reveals Strong Future Growth Potential for Esports Industry as Teen Engagement Outpaces Adults

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Esports Trade Association

Study finds 67% of Americans played video games in past year, with esports familiarity reaching 74% among teens

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 29, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Esports Trade Association (ESTA) today announced findings from its new research report on the esports landscape. The research, conducted by

Wednesday, May 28, 2025

A Smarter Way to Pay: Giftify’s CardCash Launches Buy Now, Pay Later with ZIP

SCHAUMBURG, IL, May 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Giftify, Inc. (NASDAQ: GIFT) (the "Company"), the owner and operator of CardCash.com and Restaurant.com, and a leader in the incentives and rewards industry, today announced that

Revenera’s FlexNet Publisher Enterprise Expands Ability to Rapidly Scale License Servers


FlexNet Publisher Enterprise allows organizations to meet growing capacity demands for electronic design automation and high performance computing environments

ITASCA, Ill., May 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Revenera, producer of innovative platforms that help technology companies build better products, accelerate time-to-value, and monetize what matters, today announced the availability of FlexNet Publisher Enterprise.

As a global leader in monetization, Revenera empowers software,

THE PAT TILLMAN FOUNDATION COMPLETES 20K ACTS OF SERVICE IN HONOR OF PAT TILLMAN’S LEGACY

To mark the Foundation’s 20th year, Tillman Scholars, partners, and supporters logged over 20,000 hours of community service in just nine months

Chicago, IL, May 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 2024 marked 20 years since Pat Tillman lived and the founding of the Pat Tillman Foundation. To honor this milestone, the Foundation set a bold

Advocate Health and The Joint Commission Advancing Quality and Safety for Patients and Communities

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, and OAKBROOK TERRACE, Illinois, May 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Advocate Health and The Joint Commission have announced a collaboration to

ASPIRE PAC Endorses Congressional Candidate Sanjyot Dunung in IL-08

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As a proud Asian American, I'm honored by ASPIRE’s endorsement, the support of Asian American Congressional leaders, and will discuss how I'll continue to champion diverse perspectives in my campaign.”
— Sanjyot Dunung

DES PLAINES, IL, UNITED STATES, May 28, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Sanjyot Dunung, Congressional candidate for Illinois 8th District, received the endorsement of

Artist in Residence at Chicago’s Field Museum of Natural History Peggy Macnamara Recently Featured on Close Up Radio

WILMETTE, IL, UNITED STATES, May 28, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Renowned watercolor artist and Artist in Residence at Chicago’s Field Museum of Natural History, Peggy Macnamara is captivating

Technomic’s latest report follows consumers through their adult beverage decision-making process at sit-down restaurants

Factors in what-to-drink decision include food ordered, cuisine type, dining party makeup, menu organization and more

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 28, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Through extensive consumer online bulletin boards, drink-alongs and quantitative surveys, Technomic tapped into the drinker path to purchase, from pre-visit to second drink order to

O.R. TRAX SAVES HOSPITALS AND SURGERY CENTERS OVER $300K PER YEAR - WHILE PROTECTING OR SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE

Increase Efficiency, Strengthen Compliance and Reduce Expenses - at No Charge

Hundreds of U.S. facilities are eliminating vendor-related delays, improving surgical safety & cutting 6-figure losses via automated scheduling & credentialing.

From a compliance and safety perspective, O.R. TRAX has been a game-changer. We can now verify, track and control vendor access.”
— Perioperative Administrator

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 28, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) are increasingly turning to O.R. TRAX to solve a high-cost, high-risk problem: uncoordinated, manual vendor access into operating

Transformative Growth Counseling Launches Equine-Assisted Therapy Groups for Neurodivergent Children and Teens

Equine therapy groups for neurodivergent youth (ages 10–21) with ADHD, Autism, and AUDHD now open at TGC—led by Dr. Jessica Swenson.

NAPERVILLE, IL, UNITED STATES, May 28, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- New weekly program provides experiential therapy with horses for children and teens with Autism, ADHD, and AUDHD—led by Dr. Jessica Swenson

Transformative Growth Counseling (TGC) is pleased to announce the

Al Kola Law Office Wins the 2025 Quality Business Award for The Best Immigration Lawyer in Wheaton, Illinois

The Law Office of Al Kola

Experience. Respect. Results

WHEATON, IL, UNITED STATES, May 28, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The 2025 Quality Business Award for The Best Immigration Lawyer in Wheaton, Illinois has

Esports Trade Association Honors Industry Leaders at the 2025 Esports Industry Awards

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Esports Trade Association

Three Inducted into Hall of Fame as ESTA Celebrates Excellence Across Nine Categories

We honor those shaping esports’ future. Their achievements set the bar for excellence and inspire the next generation of industry leaders.”
— Megan Van Petten
CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 28, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Esports Trade Association (ESTA) celebrated the champions of innovation and

BestRx Pharmacy Software Announces Integration with Lansworth Pharma SelfServe’s Pharmaself24 Kiosk Solution

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BestRx is pleased to announce a new integration with Lansworth Pharma SelfServe, an advanced automated prescription pickup solution.

This partnership with BestRx gives pharmacists the tools to offer around-the-clock pickup without adding extra staff hours.”
— Tom Oden
OAKBROOK, IL, UNITED STATES, May 28, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- BestRx, a RedSail Technologies company and a leading provider of

Chicago-based Xcelacore Releases Its 2025 'State of Business-Driven Technology' Report For Business Tech Leaders

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The AI Imperative: Business Technology at the Tipping Point

The industry has decisively shifted toward AI integration—organizations recognize that embedding intelligence directly into applications is no longer optional, but essential for competitive advantage.”
— Adnan Adamji, Co-founder and Partner

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 28, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Technology consulting firm Xcelacore today announced the release of its second annual "State of Business-Driven Technology" report, revealing that artificial intelligence has moved beyond theoretical potential to become a strategic imperative for organizations of all sizes.

The report, titled "The AI Imperative: Business Technology at

Tuesday, May 27, 2025

Dr. Sam Speron Launches New MicroDERM Scrub Aimed at Supporting Skin Health and Radiance

Dr. Sam Speron Launches New MicroDERM Scrub Aimed at Supporting Skin Health and Radiance

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 27, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Dr. Sam Speron, a board-certified plastic surgeon and founder of Dr. Speron's Natural Skin Care, LLC, is

ElevateOS Offers Comprehensive Wellness Concierge Services to Class A Communities Across the Nation

ElevateOS introduces comprehensive on-site wellness programs and fitness classes to enhance resident amenities at luxury properties.

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 27, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- ElevatedOS, a provider of technology solutions for Class A multifamily communities, has expanded its wellness concierge services to Class A communities across

Butler Specialty Company Offers an Exceptional Collection of Dressers & Chest of Drawers for Every Style and Space

The Illinois-based furniture company offers 57+ dressers and chests for all styles and spaces, with fresh new styles added to the collection each month.

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 27, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Butler Specialty Company, a long-established furniture manufacturer based in Chicago, Illinois, announces the availability of their comprehensive collection of dressers and chest of drawers. The

Authors Adan. K. Pope and Peter J. Buonfiglio, owners of Taraxa Labs LLC, New Book Launches

Intentional Tension: A Lever of Value Creation and Growth

“Intentional Tension: A Lever of Value Creation and Growth,” is a comprehensive guide in dealing with interorganizational tensions within enterprises.

Culture is really what you do more than what you say.”
— Adan K. Pope & Peter J. Buonfiglio

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 27, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Interorganizational tension can come from any number of

ADIFF Chicago Spotlights Powerful Films Directed by Women in 2025 Festival

ADIFF Chicago 2025: June 13 - 15

San Juan Hill: Manhattan’s Lost Neighborhood

The African Diaspora International Film Festival is proud to highlight the significant contributions of women filmmakers in its 22nd annual Chicago edition

ADIFF Chicago is committed to amplifying diverse voices and sharing powerful stories from around the world.”
— ADIFF Chicago

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 27, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The African Diaspora International Film Festival (ADIFF) is proud to highlight the significant contributions of

Medtec Medical, Inc. Secures Significant Court Victory on Behalf of Parasol Medical, LLC

Parasol Medical, LLC Awarded $9.4 Million in Landmark Court Victory Against Patrick Eddy and Medical Minds, LLC for Fraud and Trade Secret Violations

BUFFALO GROVE, IL, UNITED STATES, May 27, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Medtec Medical, Inc., acting individually and derivatively on behalf of Parasol Medical, LLC, announced today a landmark court victory in the Circuit Court of the Nineteenth

Midwest Technical Institute announces 2025 skilled trades scholarship winners


Nearly $270,000 in trade school scholarships awarded to 84 high school seniors across Illinois and Missouri

EAST PEORIA, ILL., May 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Midwest Technical Institute (MTI) is proud to announce the 2025 High School Scholarship Program winners. This year, MTI awarded 80 scholarships totaling $269,000 across Illinois and Missouri.

“Every year, we look forward to hearing students share their

ACCIONA ENERGÍA’S LARGEST WIND FARM IN NORTH AMERICA FORTY MILE BEGINS OPERATIONS

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CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 27, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- ACCIONA Energía has announced the start of commercial operations at Forty Mile

Talentuch Advocates for Subscription-Based Recruitment as the Future of Talent Acquisition

Anna Didus, Account Director of Talentuch

Anna Didus, Account Director of Talentuch

Our clients no longer have to choose between overspending on agencies or committing to expensive in-house teams. With a subscription model, recruitment becomes a service you use when you need it.”
— Anna Didus, Account Director

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 27, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Talentuch, a global leader in IT hiring, claims the recruitment industry trends are shifting. The agency has observed a

Blacksmith Agency Explains the Major Mistakes When Brands Implement a Marketing Strategy

Many think marketing needs a big budget or a bold idea. But success comes from nailing the basics, focusing on the customer, and avoiding common mistakes.”
— Strahil Ovcharov, VP of Sales and Marketing.

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 27, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Blacksmith, a Chicago-based web design and marketing agency, explains some significant mistakes

CDG Integrates Elements OSS/BSS Platform with netElastic’s vBNG for New Public Wi-Fi Solution

CDG announces the successful completion of its integration between netElastic’s virtual Broadband Network Gateway (vBNG) and CDG’s Elements OSS/BSS platform

CHAMPAIGN, IL, UNITED STATES, May 27, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Communications Data Group (CDG) is pleased to announce the successful completion of its integration between netElastic’s virtual Broadband Network Gateway

Saint James School of Medicine Receives Three-Year Accreditation Renewal from ACCM

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Leading Caribbean Medical School Receives Three-Year Accreditation Renewal from ACCM

Accreditation is a rigorous and collaborative process, and this successful renewal speaks volumes about the strength of our academic model and the dedication of the entire SJSM community,”
— Mr. Kaushik Guha

PARK RIDGE, IL, UNITED STATES, May 27, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Saint James School of Medicine (SJSM), a leading medical education institution in the Caribbean, is proud to announce the successful renewal of

Phantom Publishing Announces the Release of Romantic Comedy Professionally Unprofessional

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Professionally Unprofessional Cover

“Author Elia Nevius Delivers Sharp Humor and Slow-Burn Sizzle in New Romantic Comedy Professionally Unprofessional”

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 27, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Author Eliza Nevius brings her trademark wit, heart, and hilariously sharp banter to

RCP Fund XIX Closes on $314 Million

CHICAGO, May 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RCP Advisors, a private equity investment firm that provides access to North American small buyout fund managers through primary funds, secondary funds, and co-investment funds, as well as

Total Synergy Acquires Factor AE and Secures Significant Growth Investment to Help Accelerate A&E Market Leadership

We believe what the Factor AE team has built is exceptional – it’s lightning-fast, beautifully simple, and incredibly functional. This acqui...