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  • Avino Achieves TSX30 2025 Inclusion; Recognized For Outstanding Performance

    Avino Achieves TSX30 2025 Inclusion; Recognized For Outstanding Performance

    VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / September 9, 2025 / Avino Silver & Gold Mines Ltd. (TSX:ASM)(NYSE American:ASM)(FSE:GV6) a long-standing silver producer in Mexico, is proud to announce that Avino has been included in the Toronto Stock Exchange’s 2025 TSX30™. Avino has distinguished itself by reaching the 5th position on the TSX30 2025 ranking, which is a flagship program recognizing the 30 top-performing TSX stocks on a dividend-adjusted share price appreciation over a three-year period.

    “I am extremely pleased that Avino has been recognised by the TSX in 2025,” said David Wolfin, Avino’s President and CEO. “For the three years ended June 30, 2025, Avino’s share price performance has increased 610% and market capitalization has increased 778%. These achievements reflect the decisive steps we took to prioritize Avino’s transformational growth and our plans to go from one to three producing assets by 2029. These results are a testament to the commitment, determination and hard work of all Avino’s employees. Our focus has been on advancing our operations in Mexico and strengthening our silver, gold, and copper profile as we progress toward becoming a leading intermediate producer. We remain focused on our growth objectives and committed to delivering long-term value for our shareholders and stakeholders.”

    “The 2025 TSX30™ captures the evolution of our capital markets, where companies are scaling to compete globally for market share and capital. These top performers represent diverse sectors unified by strategic positioning and proven execution,” said Loui Anastasopoulos, CEO, Toronto Stock Exchange. “Together, this list highlights how companies are capitalizing on prevailing economic trends, with investors prioritizing sustainable value creation from companies with proven business models and strong cash flow generation, whether in transformative technologies or our world-class resource and industrial sectors.”

    About Avino

    Avino is a silver producer from its wholly owned Avino Mine near Durango, Mexico. The Company’s silver, gold and copper production remains unhedged. The Company intends to maintain long term sustainable and profitable mining operations to reward shareholders and the community alike through our growth at the historic Avino Property and the strategic acquisition of the adjacent La Preciosa which was finalized in Q1 2022. Early in 2024, the pre-feasibility Study on the Oxide Tailings Project was completed. This study is a key milestone in our growth trajectory. As part of Avino’s commitment to adopting sustainable practices, we have been operating a dry-stack tailings facility for more than two years with excellent results. We are committed to managing all business activities in a safe, environmentally responsible, and cost-effective manner, while contributing to the well-being of the communities in which we operate. We encourage you to connect with us on X (formerly Twitter) at @Avino_ASM and on LinkedIn at Avino Silver & Gold Mines. To view the Avino Mine VRIFY tour, please click here.

    For Further Information, Please Contact:

    Investor Relations
    Tel: 604-682-3701
    Email: IR@avino.com

    This news release contains “forward-looking information” and “forward-looking statements” (together, the “forward looking statements”) within the meaning of applicable securities laws and the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including the mineral resource estimate for the Company’s Avino Property, including La Preciosa, located near Durango in west-central Mexico (the “Avino Property”) with an effective date of October 16, 2023 and can be viewed within Avino’s latest technical report dated February 5, 2024 for the Pre-feasibility Study and references to to Measured, Indicated Resources, and Proven and Probable Mineral Reserves referred to in this press release. This information and these statements, referred to herein as “forward-looking statements” are made as of the date of this document. Forward-looking statements relate to future events or future performance and reflect current estimates, predictions, expectations or beliefs regarding future events and include, but are not limited to, statements with respect to: (i) the estimated amount and grade of mineral reserves and mineral resources, including the cut-off grade; (ii) estimates of the capital costs of constructing mine facilities and bringing a mine into production, of operating the mine, of sustaining capital, of strip ratios and the duration of financing payback periods; (iii) the estimated amount of future production, both ore processed and metal recovered and recovery rates; (iv) estimates of operating costs, life of mine costs, net cash flow, net present value (NPV) and economic returns from an operating mine; and (v) the completion of the full Technical Report, including a Preliminary Economic Assessment, and its timing. Any statements that express or involve discussions with respect to predictions, expectations, beliefs, plans, projections, objectives or future events or performance (often, but not always, using words or phrases such as “expects”, “anticipates”, “plans”, “projects”, “estimates”, “envisages”, “assumes”, “intends”, “strategy”, “goals”, “objectives” or variations thereof or stating that certain actions, events or results “may”, “could”, “would”, “might” or “will” be taken, occur or be achieved, or the negative of any of these terms and similar expressions) are not statements of historical fact and may be forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this news release and the dates of technical reports, as applicable. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, as there can be no assurance that the future circumstances, outcomes or results anticipated in or implied by such forward-looking statements will occur or that plans, intentions or expectations upon which the forward-looking statements are based will occur. While we have based these forward-looking statements on our expectations about future events at the date that such statements were prepared, the statements are not a guarantee that such future events will occur and are subject to risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other factors which could cause events or outcomes to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements.

    SOURCE: Avino Silver & Gold Mines Ltd.

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  • West African Leaders Commit to Advance Lassa Fever Vaccine for the Region

    West African Leaders Commit to Advance Lassa Fever Vaccine for the Region

    In an historic moment for regional solidarity and leadership, West African Ministers of Health pledge their joint commitment to advance the development of, and readiness for, much-needed vaccines against Lassa fever in recognition of the significant threat to regional health security posed by the disease.

    ABIDJAN, CI / ACCESS Newswire / September 9, 2025 / On September 8, 2025, Ministers of Health from across the region gathered for high-level talks convened by the West African Health Organisation (WAHO) and Dr. Muhammad Ali Pate, the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare of Nigeria, as co-leads of the Lassa fever Vaccine Coalition, and Mr. Pierre N’Gou Dimba, Minister of Health, Public Hygiene and Universal Health Coverage of the ​Republic of Côte d’Ivoire, as host of the Lassa fever International Conference in Abidjan. The meeting was supported by global pandemic preparedness institution, the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) and the International AIDS Vaccine Initiative (IAVI), a non-profit scientific research organisation. The Ministers of Health endorsed a communiqué that reinforces the region’s shared leadership in confronting a virus that is endemic to West Africa and causes significant health, economic and societal harm.

    Despite its devastating impact, there are currently no licensed vaccines to protect against Lassa fever. The most advanced Lassa fever vaccine candidate has been developed by IAVI with funding from CEPI and the European & Developing Countries Clinical Trials Partnership. IAVI’s promising vaccine candidate is currently being evaluated in a Phase IIa clinical trial to evaluate the vaccine’s safety and immunogenicity in Ghana, Liberia and Nigeria – the most advanced study of a Lassa fever vaccine to take place anywhere in the world.

    Through the communiqué, the Ministers reaffirmed their political endorsement of accelerating Lassa fever vaccine readiness as a regional strategic health priority and a cornerstone of pandemic preparedness, underscoring its dual role in strengthening national systems and collective resilience. They recognised that Lassa fever could serve as a model towards broader integration and coordination of financing efforts. They committed to supporting the development of IAVI’s Lassa vaccine candidate rVSVΔG-LASV-GPC[1] through a collaborative co-funding approach and joint action to mobilise and secure resources through advocacy and regional coordination. They pledged to strengthen country and regional platforms to ensure that clinical trial sites, laboratories, regulatory authorities and community engagement efforts across West Africa are ready to enable the late-stage clinical research needed to advance a Lassa fever vaccine to licensure and to bolster the region’s response to other epidemic and pandemic disease threats.

    Dr. Muhammad Ali Pate, Coordinating Minister for Health and Social Welfare of Federal, Republic of Nigeria, said: “For decades, Lassa fever has silently taken lives, eroded livelihoods, and tested the resilience of our health systems. Here in Abidjan, West Africa is showing a new path: countries uniting not only to call for a vaccine, but to co-finance and prepare the systems that will make it real. In Nigeria, through the Health Sector Renewal Initiative, we are investing in laboratories, surveillance, and regulatory readiness – efforts that complement and strengthen regional solidarity. What we commit to today is bigger than one disease; it is a statement that Africa can mobilise its science, align its financing, and contribute decisively to global preparedness. If we hold this course, the legacy will be measured in lives protected and in a continent that helped safeguard the world from the pandemics of tomorrow.”

    Dr. Melchior Athanase J. C. Aissi, Director General of WAHO, said:”WAHO is proud to convene and coordinate this landmark commitment. ECOWAS Ministers have agreed not just to endorse a vaccine, but to co-finance it together – showing that West Africa is ready to lead on solutions to Lassa fever and pandemic threats. Regional solidarity is our greatest asset, and WAHO will continue to drive this united approach.”

    Dr. Richard Hatchett, CEO of CEPI, said: “The prospect of protection against this dreadful disease is closer than ever before. CEPI is committed to working in close partnership with West African leaders to bolster regional health security by advancing the licensure of the first ever Lassa vaccine and strengthening the region’s capabilities to respond to other epidemic or pandemic threats.”

    Dr. Mark Feinberg, IAVI President and CEO, said: “We welcome this unprecedented opportunity to advance IAVI’s promising Lassa fever vaccine candidate in close partnership with West African governments, Institut Pasteur de Dakar – a regionally based manufacturer – and regional scientific and public health leaders. By signing this communiqué, we are not just one step closer to an affordable and accessible Lassa vaccine; we are building a global health partnership that can provide a new model to advance the development, and to ensure sustainable and affordable supply of, vaccines targeting diseases where there is no commercial incentive for private, for-profit companies to invest.”

    Signatories of the communiqué include Ministers of Health or their representatives from the Republic of Benin, Republic of Cabo Verde, Republic of Côte d’Ivoire, Republic of Ghana, Republic of Guinea-Bissau, Republic of the Gambia, Republic of Liberia, Federal Republic of Nigeria, Republic of Senegal, Republic of Sierra Leone and the Togolese Republic.

    As next steps, the Ministers agreed to coordinate with countries to ensure capabilities are in place to support late-stage vaccine development and to refine the regional financing approach. In support of the latter, WAHO, CEPI and IAVI will convene a working group of countries to align on resource mobilisation.

    Hundreds of thousands of people in West Africa are estimated to be affected by Lassa fever each year, with the disease causing almost 4,000 deaths and $110 million in productivity losses in the region annually. Symptoms range from mild headache to vomiting, swelling and widespread bleeding which can be fatal. In those that recover, hearing loss is commonly reported. The potential impact of the disease is set to worsen, with modelling research predicting up to 600 million people could be at risk of Lassa fever infection by 2050 as a result of climate change and population growth.

    The 2nd Lassa fever International Conference runs from 8-11 September 2025, under the theme “Beyond Borders: Strengthening Regional Cooperation to Combat Lassa Fever and Emerging Infectious Diseases”. The landmark event brings together scientists, public health experts, vaccine developers, policymakers, civil society and regional stakeholders to share insights, review progress and forge new partnerships aimed at accelerating vaccine development and strengthening Lassa fever control efforts.

    [1] rVSV∆G-LASV-GPC is based on an attenuated, or weakened, strain of vesicular stomatitis virus (VSV) that has been modified to express a Lassa virus protein that plays an essential role in establishing viral infection. IAVI licensed the vaccine technology underlying rVSV∆G-LASV-GPC from the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC).

    For further information, kindly contact:

    WAHO Communications Office: Email: communication@wahooas.org
    CEPI: Email: press@cepi.net | Phone: +44 7387 05T 5214
    IAVI: Email: rcatlos@iavi.org

    About West African Health Organisation (WAHO)
    The West African Health Organisation (WAHO) is the Specialised Health Institution of ECOWAS, established in 1987 to coordinate regional health initiatives across West Africa. Headquartered in Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso, WAHO works to harmonise health policies, pool resources, and foster collaboration among Member States. Its core mandate is to improve health standards and strengthen health systems across the sub-region. Guided by its vision, WAHO strives to be a proactive driver of regional health integration, delivering high-impact and cost-effective health interventions for West African communities.

    About CEPI
    CEPI is an innovative partnership between public, private, philanthropic, and civil organisations. Its mission is to accelerate the development of vaccines and other biologic countermeasures against epidemic and pandemic threats so they can be accessible to all people in need. CEPI has supported the development of more than 50 vaccine candidates or platform technologies against multiple known high-risk pathogens or a future Disease X. Central to CEPI’s pandemic-beating five-year plan for 2022-2026 is the ‘100 Days Mission’ to accelerate the time taken to develop safe, effective, globally accessible vaccines against new threats to just 100 days.

    About IAVI
    IAVI is a non-profit scientific research organization dedicated to addressing global, unmet health challenges including HIV, tuberculosis, and a range of emerging infectious diseases. Its mission is to translate scientific discoveries into affordable, globally accessible public health tools. Read more at www.iavi.org.

    SOURCE: IAVI

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  • Capture Launches First-of-Its-Kind DVD Transfer and Recycling Program

    Capture Launches First-of-Its-Kind DVD Transfer and Recycling Program

    The only service that lets you preserve your home movies and responsibly recycle the discs in one simple step

    CAMPBELL, CA / ACCESS Newswire / September 9, 2025 / Capture, a leader in media digitization for more than 25 years, has launched its new DVD Transfer and Recycling Program. This first-of-its-kind service makes it easy to preserve meaningful DVDs as digital files while responsibly recycling the original discs.

    As DVD players disappear from homes and discs degrade, many people risk losing access to their memories. At the same time, billions of DVDs contribute to growing plastic waste. Until now, the choice was either digitization or recycling. Capture has combined both into one seamless solution at a cost of just $10.00 per disc, with no return shipping fees since discs are responsibly recycled.

    Why This Program Matters

    DVDs are made from materials that do not decompose easily, but inside them are moments that cannot be replaced. Weddings, birthdays, graduations, performances, and other milestones are often locked away on discs that may no longer play. The DVD Transfer and Recycling Program ensures those recordings are preserved forever in high-quality MP4 files while the discs are kept out of landfills.

    What Sets This Program Apart

    This program removes hassle while protecting both memories and the environment.

    • One complete service: Digitization and recycling handled together.

    • Affordable and accessible: $10.00 per DVD includes digital transfer and eco-friendly recycling.

    • Preserves memories and reduces waste: Keeps priceless content safe while eliminating harmful plastic from landfills.

    • No return shipping required: Customers save time and money because recycled discs do not need to be shipped back.

    What Happens After You Place an Order

    The process is simple and takes two to three weeks from when DVDs arrive.

    1. Send DVDs directly to Capture using the instructions provided after checkout.

    2. You receive secure digital MP4 files with 90 days of MemoryCloud storage and download access.

    3. Processing takes two to three weeks, with regular email updates along the way.

    4. Discs are responsibly recycled, so there is no need to worry about e-waste.

    A Milestone for Preservation and Sustainability

    This program marks an industry milestone by bridging the gap between digital conversion and environmental responsibility. Old discs no longer have to sit on shelves, collect dust, or contribute to waste. With Capture, the solution is simple, efficient, and environmentally sound.

    Join thousands who are preserving their memories and protecting the environment – visit Capture’s official website today to start your DVD Transfer and Recycling.

    About Capture

    Capture has been helping people preserve memories for more than 25 years. As a trusted leader in media digitization, Capture has converted hundreds of millions of videotapes, film reels, DVDs, and photographs into modern digital formats. Its services include video transfer, photo and slide scanning, cloud-based storage, and DVD recycling. Each service is designed to make preserving memories simple, secure, and sustainable. With a commitment to innovation and care, Capture ensures that life’s most meaningful moments are never lost to time or outdated technology.

    Contact Information

    Lisa McCabe
    CEO
    lmccabe@yesvideo.com
    408-219-2903

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    SOURCE: Capture

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  • Electrovaya Launches Advanced Energy Storage Systems Featuring its Proprietary Infinity Technology

    Electrovaya Launches Advanced Energy Storage Systems Featuring its Proprietary Infinity Technology

    Energy Storage Systems will be based on Electrovaya’s proven technology and includes cells, modules and packs manufactured in the USA, enabling strong ITC Incentives

    Initial systems offer over 2MWh of storage capacity in a 20′ containerized format with leading cycle life and featuring Electrovaya’s proprietary safety technologies

    New product will target a wide variety of energy storage applications with strong initial interest from existing high profile customer base

    TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / September 9, 2025 / Electrovaya Inc. (“Electrovaya” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq:ELVA)(TSX:ELVA), a lithium-ion battery technology and manufacturing company, today announced the commercial launch of its next-generation Energy Storage Systems (“ESS”), developed to address the growing demand for safe, durable, and cost-effective stationary energy storage solutions.

    Electrovaya’s ESS products are built on the Company’s proprietary Infinity Technology, which delivers:

    • Industry-leading cycle life: enabling significantly longer service duration and reducing replacement frequency.

    • Enhanced safety: with robust thermal stability and fail-safe architecture that minimize thermal and failure risk.

    • Lower life cycle cost: through reduced operating expenses and extended system longevity.

    • These benefits translate into superior durability, safer customer assets, and stronger economic returns, making the systems ideally suited for grid support, renewable energy integration, microgrids, backup power, data centers, hyperscalers and behind-the-meter applications.

    U.S. Manufacturing and Vertical Integration

    Electrovaya’s ESS will be manufactured in the United States at its vertically integrated facility in Jamestown, New York. The Company controls production from the cell level through to complete systems, ensuring consistent quality, supply chain security, and eligibility for domestic content incentives under U.S. policy frameworks, including under the recent One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBA). Under this provision, Electrovaya’s ESS are expected to be eligible for 30-40% Investment Tax Credits.

    This vertical integration also supports scalability as demand accelerates for large-format ESS, positioning Electrovaya as a strategic supplier in North America’s rapidly expanding energy storage market.

    Strategic Market Opportunity

    The global stationary energy storage market is already large and projected to grow significantly over the next decade, fueled by increasing renewable energy adoption, grid modernization efforts, and growing demands for resiliency. Electrovaya’s Infinity-based ESS solutions offer a differentiated value proposition for data centers, hyperscalers, and behind-the-meter (BTM)applications. Compared to conventional lithium-ion systems, Electrovaya’s entry leverages its proven Infinity technology which enables significantly improved safety and longevity, key performance attributes for energy storage use cases where safety, life cycle cost, and reliability are critical.

    “Electrovaya has a long track record of developing advanced lithium-ion systems for mission-critical applications,” saidDr. Raj DasGupta, CEO of Electrovaya. “With our ESS launch, we are extending these capabilities into the stationary market, offering customers a technology that is safer, lasts longer, and delivers the lowest total cost of ownership.”

    Availability

    Electrovaya’s new ESS products are available for order in North America, with initial deployments expected in 2026 and larger scale deliveries in 2027. The Company is engaged with customers across multiple sectors, including with its existing customers of material handling battery products.

    Electrovaya will be exhibiting at the RE+ Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada, from September 9-11, 2025, at Booth F17153 in Caesars Forum. Stop by to explore our Infinity Battery solutions, engineered for safety, longevity, and sustainability.

    Investor and Media Contact:

    Jason Roy
    VP, Corporate Development and Investor Relations
    Electrovaya Inc.
    905-855-4618 / jroy@electrovaya.com

    About Electrovaya Inc.

    Electrovaya Inc. (NASDAQ:ELVA)(TSX:ELVA) is a pioneering leader in the global energy transformation, focused on contributing to the prevention of climate change by supplying safe and long-lasting lithium-ion batteries. The Company has extensive IP and designs, develops and manufactures proprietary lithium-ion batteries and battery systems for energy storage and heavy duty electric vehicles based on its Infinity Battery Technology Platform. This technology offers enhanced safety and industry leading battery longevity. The Company is also developing next generation solid state battery technology at its Labs division. Headquartered in Ontario, Canada, Electrovaya has two operating sites in Canada and has acquired a 52-acre site with a 135,000 square foot manufacturing facility in New York state for its planned gigafactory. To learn more about Electrovaya, please explore www.electrovaya.com.

    Forward-Looking Statements

    This press release contains forward-looking statements relating to announcements regarding cell performance, cycle life, longevity, projected performance, extrapolated cycle life, energy density, relative performance compared to competitors, planned production in Jamestown New York, ability to start production in Jamestown in the expected timeframe, planned 54Ah and 51Ah lithium-ion ceramic cell in product lines in 2025 and 2026, use in commercial vehicle and energy storage applications, deliveries of energy storage systems in 2026, scaled deliveries in 2027, energy density, cell performance, safety, cost of ownership, life cycle cost, and can generally be identified by the use of words such as “may”, “will”, “could”, “should”, “would”, “likely”, “possible”, “expect”, “intend”, “estimate”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “plan”, “objective”, “seed”, “growing” and “continue” (or the negative thereof) and words and expressions of similar import. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, such statements involve risks and uncertainties, and undue reliance should not be placed on such statements. Certain material factors and assumptions are applied in making forward-looking statements, and actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied in such statements. Statements with respect to solid state batteries, battery technologies and production roadmaps, are based on an assumption that the Company’s customers and users will deploy its products in accordance with communicated intentions, and the Company has investment capital to deploy. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from expectations include but are not limited to macroeconomic effects on the Company and its business and on the Company’s customers, including inflation and tightening credit availability due to systemic bank risk, economic conditions generally and their effect on consumer demand and capital availability, labour shortages, supply chain constraints, the potential effect of health based restrictions in Canada, the US and internationally on the Company’s ability to produce and deliver products, and on its customers’ and end users’ demand for and use of products, which effects are not predictable and may be affected by additional regional outbreaks and variants, and other factors which may cause disruptions in the Company’s supply chain and Company’s capability to deliver and develop its products. Additional information about material factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from expectations and about material factors or assumptions applied in making forward-looking statements may be found in the Company’s Annual Information Form for the year ended September 30, 2024 under “Risk Factors”, and in the Company’s most recent annual Management’s Discussion and Analysis under “Qualitative And Quantitative Disclosures about Risk and Uncertainties” as well as in other public disclosure documents filed with Canadian securities regulatory authorities. The Company does not undertake any obligation to update publicly or to revise any of the forward-looking statements contained in this document, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.

    SOURCE: Electrovaya, Inc.

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  • Hartfield Complete Services Expands into Premium Valet Trash Services for Multi-Family Properties

    Hartfield Complete Services Expands into Premium Valet Trash Services for Multi-Family Properties

    ORLANDO, FL – Hartfield Complete Services, LLC, a leading demolition, renovation, and restoration contractor serving Central Florida since 2019, announces the launch of comprehensive valet trash services for multi-family residential properties throughout Orlando, Polk, Brevard, and Osceola counties. This strategic expansion into premium valet trash services represents the company’s commitment to providing full-service property solutions that enhance resident satisfaction while increasing property values in Central Florida’s competitive rental market.

    The new valet trash services program addresses a critical need where property managers are increasingly seeking premium amenities to attract and retain quality tenants. Hartfield’s professional valet trash services eliminate the inconvenience and safety concerns associated with traditional dumpster-based waste disposal systems, transforming daily waste management into a valued residential amenity that modern apartment dwellers and condominium residents expect.

    “Our expansion into valet trash services is a natural progression of our comprehensive property services approach,” said Danielle Hartfield, MBA, Co-Founder and CFO of Hartfield Complete Services. “We recognized that property managers need reliable partners who understand both the operational and financial aspects of maintaining competitive residential properties. Our valet trash services deliver measurable benefits that directly impact occupancy rates, resident satisfaction, and property marketability in today’s urban living environment.”

    As urbanization continues to accelerate across the United States, the demand for efficient waste management solutions has grown exponentially, particularly in high-density residential environments. Valet trash services have emerged as a premium amenity that addresses the practical challenges of waste disposal in modern urban living while simultaneously enhancing the overall residential experience for apartment dwellers and condominium residents.

    The primary audience for valet trash services consists of apartment residents and property managers, each with distinct motivations for embracing this convenience-based solution. Apartment residents, especially those living in high-rise buildings or large complexes, frequently encounter significant inconvenience and time consumption when disposing of their trash through traditional methods. These residents are actively seeking ease and convenience in their daily routines, and valet trash services directly address this need by eliminating the burden of navigating to distant dumpster locations.

    Property managers represent another crucial segment of the valet trash market, viewing these services as an attractive amenity that can substantially boost resident satisfaction and retention rates. From an operational perspective, property managers recognize valet trash as a practical solution for comprehensive waste management that reduces reliance on large communal dumpsters while simultaneously addressing maintenance challenges associated with overflowing containers and scattered debris.

    The potential market for valet trash services extends far beyond basic convenience considerations. High-rise dwellers, busy professionals, elderly residents, and individuals with mobility challenges find valet trash services particularly appealing as they provide an elegant solution to the mundane but necessary task of waste management. The service model is especially valuable for individuals whose physical limitations or demanding schedules make traditional trash disposal methods challenging or impractical.

    Urban living environments represent the primary geographic markets for valet trash services, with cities and their high-rise apartments and condominiums serving as prime locations for service implementation. The population density and fast-paced lifestyle characteristics of these areas significantly increase demand for convenience-based services. In urban settings, residents often lack the time, physical ability, or inclination to personally dispose of their waste, creating a substantial market opportunity for professional valet trash providers.

    The operational model of valet trash services is specifically designed to maximize convenience and efficiency for residents. Services typically operate during evening hours when most individuals have returned home from work, providing an optimal collection window that aligns with residential schedules. This timing strategy serves multiple purposes: it ensures maximum accessibility for residents while preventing waste from accumulating during daylight hours when heat and exposure could create odor and sanitation issues.

    Most valet trash services operate on a five-day weekly schedule, eliminating the need for residents to remember specific pickup days or adhere to complex waste disposal schedules. The regularity and timing of these services cater directly to the lifestyle preferences and convenience expectations of modern urban residents, who increasingly value time-saving services that simplify daily routines.

    The convenience factors associated with valet trash services extend beyond simple waste removal. These services pick up and dispose of waste directly from residents’ doorsteps, completely eliminating the need for residents to navigate potentially unsafe conditions, such as dark parking lots or poorly lit pathways during late-night trips to distant dumpster areas. This safety component is particularly valuable for vulnerable populations, including women, elderly residents, and individuals with mobility limitations.

    Broader societal awareness and understanding of valet trash services could yield significant benefits for urban communities. When residents possess comprehensive knowledge about the functionality and benefits of these services, they are more likely to utilize them correctly, contributing to cleaner, more well-maintained communities. Enhanced public understanding of valet trash services could lead to more informed decision-making about waste management at the community level, potentially spurring local governments and property developers to invest more heavily in these amenities.

    The environmental and community benefits of widespread valet trash adoption could be substantial. Professional waste management services typically demonstrate superior efficiency in waste collection and disposal compared to individual resident efforts, potentially reducing overall environmental impact through optimized collection routes and proper waste sorting practices. Additionally, communities with valet trash services often experience reduced litter, fewer pest issues, and overall improved aesthetic appeal.

    Cost considerations remain a significant factor in valet trash service adoption. While many residents appreciate the convenience and safety benefits, cost sensitivity varies considerably among different demographic groups and geographic markets. Service costs can vary widely depending on the provider, the size of the residential community, and the specific services included in the package. In some residential communities, valet trash costs are incorporated into rental fees, while other properties offer the service as an optional amenity with separate billing.

    The tremendous growth in valet trash service popularity over recent years reflects broader trends in consumer preferences toward convenience-based amenities and time-saving services. As urban living continues to expand and residential expectations evolve, valet trash services are increasingly viewed not as luxury add-ons but as essential amenities that significantly enhance the overall residential experience while providing tangible operational benefits for property managers and community developers.

    The service includes professional doorstep collection of household waste and recycling, typically performed five nights per week during convenient evening hours. Hartfield provides residents with designated containers and collects secured bags directly from doorsteps, transporting all waste to centralized dumpster locations. This process eliminates the need for residents to navigate dark parking lots or poorly lit pathways during late-night trips to distant dumpsters.

    Central Florida’s multi-family housing market has experienced significant growth, with property managers facing increased pressure to differentiate their communities through enhanced amenities and services. Traditional waste disposal methods often create maintenance challenges, safety concerns, and competitive disadvantages that impact property performance and resident retention.

    “Properties without modern conveniences like valet trash services struggle to compete with communities that understand today’s lifestyle expectations,” Hartfield explained. “This service helps property managers justify premium rental rates while reducing maintenance costs and liability concerns associated with overflowing dumpsters and scattered debris.”

    Hartfield Complete Services brings unique advantages to the valet trash market through its established reputation for reliability, transparency, and professional service delivery. Unlike single-service providers, the company offers comprehensive property maintenance solutions, positioning itself as a strategic partner for ongoing property management needs.

    The company’s approach emphasizes transparent pricing structures that eliminate surprise fees and hidden costs commonly associated with property service contracts. This financial clarity, combined with consistent service delivery, provides property managers with predictable budgeting and reliable performance metrics.

    Safety considerations represent a significant component of Hartfield’s valet trash program. The service addresses genuine security concerns faced by residents, particularly women and elderly tenants, who must navigate potentially unsafe conditions during late-night waste disposal trips. By eliminating these risks, properties can enhance their safety profiles while reducing potential liability exposure.

    The valet trash service also delivers measurable improvements to property appearance and marketability. Professional waste management prevents overflow situations, reduces scattered litter, and maintains consistently clean common areas that enhance property presentations during tours and resident interactions.

    Hartfield’s entry into valet trash services leverages the company’s existing operational infrastructure and local market expertise. The company’s OSHA-trained teams and comprehensive insurance coverage provide the stability and dependability that property managers require from service providers. Additionally, Hartfield’s established presence throughout Orange, Osceola, Polk, and Brevard counties ensures responsive service delivery and local accountability.

    The expansion reflects broader trends in Central Florida’s rental market, where residents increasingly expect premium amenities that simplify daily routines and enhance living experiences. Properties offering comprehensive convenience services consistently demonstrate superior performance in terms of occupancy rates, resident satisfaction scores, and rental premiums compared to communities without such amenities.

    Property managers interested in implementing valet trash services can expect customized programs designed to accommodate specific property needs, resident demographics, and budget parameters. Hartfield’s consultation process includes comprehensive property assessments and resident education materials to ensure smooth service implementation and optimal compliance rates.

    The company’s valet trash program complements its existing portfolio of demolition, renovation, water restoration, and hauling services, creating synergies that benefit property management clients seeking consolidated vendor relationships. This comprehensive approach reduces administrative overhead while ensuring consistent service quality across multiple property maintenance categories.

    About Hartfield Complete Services

    Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Orlando, Hartfield Complete Services holds General Contractor License #CGC1537987 and maintains full compliance with Florida state and local regulations. The company serves residential and commercial clients throughout Central Florida, specializing in demolition, renovation, restoration, and property management services.

    For more information about Hartfield Complete Services’ valet trash program and comprehensive property solutions, contact the company at (407) 594-2640 or visit www.hartfieldcompleteservices.com.

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    For more information about Hartfield Complete Services LLC, contact the company here:

    Hartfield Complete Services LLC
    Danielle
    407-751-8221
    office@hartfield-cs.com
    111 N. Orange Ave #800 Orlando, FL 32801

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  • Infotect Design Solutions Launches Givsync: A Cloud Platform Empowering Non-Profits to Thrive

    Infotect Design Solutions Launches Givsync: A Cloud Platform Empowering Non-Profits to Thrive

    TAMPA, FL / ACCESS Newswire / September 9, 2025 / Infotect Design Solutions, is proud to announce the launch of Givsync, a powerful cloud-based application built to help non-profit organizations streamline operations, improve service delivery, and maximize community impact.

    Now available on the Microsoft Marketplace, Givsync is built for 501(c)(3) organizations that distribute goods or offer retail-style services without cash transactions. The platform streamlines appointment scheduling, customer management, inventory tracking, and reporting-reducing manual tasks and empowering teams to focus on their mission.

    With affordable subscription options tailored for small and medium nonprofits, Givsync makes it easy to adopt powerful technology without straining your budget. Start simplifying your operations and amplifying your impact-explore Givsync today on Microsoft Marketplace.

    Givsync was built with purpose. The team behind Givsync understands the unique challenges nonprofits face and is committed to delivering technology that helps them grow, serve, and succeed. Built on Microsoft’s Power Platform, Givsync not only integrates seamlessly with Microsoft 365 but also unlocks the ability to incorporate advanced AI capabilities. This foundation allows nonprofits to automate workflows, gain predictive insights, and personalize engagement-making Givsync a scalable, intelligent solution tailored to the evolving needs of mission-driven organizations.

    Whether managing a food pantry, donation center, or community outreach program, Givsync empowers organizations to operate more efficiently and deliver greater impact.

    Ideal for:

    • 501(c)(3) organizations

    • Agencies offering goods or retail experiences without a cash transaction

    • Teams needing efficient booking, scheduling, and customer notifications

    Givsync is now available for demo and deployment. To learn more or explore how Givsync can support your organization, visit www.givsync.com or contact engagement@givsync.com.

    About Infotect Design Solutions
    Founded in 2000, Infotect Design Solutions is a Florida-based IT consulting firm specializing in cloud applications, workflow automation, and managed services. With over two decades of partnership with Microsoft, Infotect empowers small and mid-sized organizations to embrace digital transformation through secure, scalable, and user-friendly technology solutions. Service verticals include non-profits, medical, construction and local government with clients internationally. The company’s mission is rooted in delivering exceptional service, fostering long-term client relationships, and helping organizations achieve their goals through innovation and strategic IT support.

    SOURCE: Infotect Design Solutions

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  • Telestream Expands Vantage Ecosystem to Empower Distributed Media Organizations with Modern, Scalable, Cloud-Native Solutions

    Telestream Expands Vantage Ecosystem to Empower Distributed Media Organizations with Modern, Scalable, Cloud-Native Solutions

    New integrations with Mimir, Iconik, Embrace, and Broadteam enhance interoperability and streamline workflows. Telestream to showcase these and more innovations at IBC2025.

    NEVADA CITY, CA / ACCESS Newswire / September 9, 2025 / Telestream, a global leader in media workflow technologies, has announced that Vantage now integrates directly with next-generation media platforms, including Mimir, Iconik, Embrace, and Broadteam, to support evolving media workflows and advance interoperability across modern media supply chains. The integrations enable media organizations to automate critical workflows, scale operations on demand, and connect cloud and on-premises environments with precision. Telestream will demonstrate these integrations alongside its AI enhancements, Global Ingest, and Measurement capabilities at IBC2025, Stand 7.B21.

    Increasingly, our customers need open, scalable workflows that meet them where they are, whether that’s on-prem, in the cloud, or both,” said Charlie Dunn, Executive Vice President of Products at Telestream. “By integrating with these future-ready platforms, we’re delivering a cohesive path to automation and interoperability that improves speed, quality, and visibility across the entire media lifecycle.”

    These integrations strengthen Telestream’s Global Ingest strategy, unifying live, camera card, and file-based ingest into one intelligent pipeline enriched with structured metadata, accelerating collaboration, improving searchability, and ensuring content flows seamlessly across on-prem, cloud, and hybrid operations.

    Vantage + Mimir: Modern, cloud-based media asset management

    Vantage and Mimir together enhance cloud-native media management for news, sports, and enterprise content operations by automating processing within Mimir’s AI-powered, browser-based platform. When content enters a Mimir input bucket via live ingest, upload, or another workflow, Vantage will automatically run ingest, QC, and metadata creation in the background. This enables editors and producers to access, search, and work with media in near real-time without manual delays.

    Ideal for live-to-VOD workflows, the integration ensures content is processed, indexed, and ready for creative use quickly and accurately, supporting fast-turn, distributed production environments and bridging the gap between technical processing and editorial decision-making.

    Vantage + Iconik: Real-time collaboration for decentralized teams

    The Vantage integration with Iconik supports hybrid workflows that unify local and cloud storage in a single searchable environment. Triggered by folder placement or metadata, Vantage can handle ingest, proxy creation, QC, and push processed assets back to Iconik for review and distribution. This allows decentralized teams to collaborate in real time without duplicating effort or moving large files unnecessarily.

    The Iconik integration also supports growing media workflows, enabling editors to work in Adobe Premiere Pro with content as it’s being captured, while Vantage mirrors originals to the cloud for remote access. This hybrid, cloud-connected approach reduces complexity, speeds turnaround, and supports scalable, metadata-driven workflows, ideal for distributed teams, remote post-production, and high-volume environments.

    Learn more about Vantage’s integration with Mimir and Iconik.

    Vantage + Embrace: Intuitive, No-Code Visual Orchestration

    Integrated with Vantage, Embrace Pulse-IT brings simplicity to complex, multi-step workflows by combining Vantage’s robust media processing with Embrace’s low-code/no-code visual orchestration. Embrace’s intuitive interface enables teams to design, trigger, and monitor workflows seamlessly, from ingest and QC to transcoding and metadata transformation, all without coding, while Vantage handles the heavy processing. Together, these tools put sophisticated media automation within reach of non-developers, enabling faster and more adaptable workflows across cloud, hybrid, and on-premises environments.

    This pairing supports complex use cases like live news and sports, multi-stage post-production, and large-scale OTT delivery, with conditional logic, automated routing, and human-in-the-loop approvals where needed. The result is greater speed, flexibility, and visibility, reducing manual effort and engineering reliance while ensuring quality, compliance, and agility in rapidly changing media operations.

    Learn more about Vantage’s integration with Embrace.

    Vantage + Broadteam: File & live logging, instant clip creation, and archiving

    A seamless integration between Skylog and Vantage transforms live ingest and media indexation. Operators can enrich growing files in real time with manual or automated metadata, ensuring every key moment is captured with precision. Through an intuitive, web-based interface with AI assistance, operators can tag, annotate, organize, and rate content as it happens. From a three-pointer in basketball to a pivotal reality-show reveal, enriched, timecode-linked metadata travels seamlessly through the workflow.

    This collaboration unites Skylog’s strengths in live and file logging, clipping, and AI-powered indexation with Vantage’s industry-leading transcoding and workflow automation. For sports and entertainment organizations, the result is clear: reduced manual processes, lower production costs, and accelerated turnaround times for editing processes, highlights, and archive enrichment. With Skylog x Vantage, broadcasters gain the agility to scale remote and on-premises workflows.

    Powering Modern Media Creation Through Interoperability

    Media companies are rapidly adopting modern media workflows that can be deployed across on-prem, cloud, and hybrid environments. Managing ingest, transcoding, metadata, QC, and delivery across multiple systems is complex, but integrations with platforms like Mimir, Iconik, Embrace, and Broadteam bring new agility.

    These browser-based solutions enable creative teams to work from anywhere, while Telestream Vantage delivers proven, trusted, and reliable media processing behind the scenes. Together, they streamline every stage of the pipeline, reducing manual effort, accelerating turnaround, and ensuring high-quality content reaches audiences quickly and efficiently. Early adopters are using the integrations to turn around highlights packages in minutes, centralize QC for multi-market delivery, and streamline remote collaboration for globally distributed editorial teams.

    These integrations are available today to joint customers. Media organizations can explore deployment options that align with their existing infrastructure, security requirements, and growth plans.

    Advancing Standards for Interoperability: Telestream Adopts EBU DMF Protocol

    Telestream is pioneering one of the industry’s first workflow solutions developed for the Dynamic Media Facility (DMF) protocol, an EBU initiative redefining broadcast infrastructures beyond SMPTE 2110. Built on a fully software-defined, hardware-agnostic foundation, DMF promotes a cloud-native architecture with a unified Media Exchange Layer for faster-than-real-time processing, enhanced cybersecurity, and vendor-agnostic deployment. Telestream’s participation with EBU extends its interoperability strategy beyond vendor integrations to include open, standards-based approaches championed by leading European broadcasters and global partners.

    As broadcasters prepare for the demands of their future infrastructure, Telestream’s DMF adoption underscores its commitment to delivering future-ready, standards-based workflows that maximize flexibility, reduce complexity, and enable true interoperability across the media supply chain.

    See Telestream at IBC2025

    Telestream will showcase these Vantage integrations at IBC2025, Stand 7.B21. To schedule a meeting or request a demonstration, visit https://www.telestream.net/ibc2025/#schedule-a-meeting-section.

    About Telestream
    Ingest. Enhance. Deliver.

    Telestream has been at the forefront of digital media innovation for nearly three decades, serving as the trusted partner behind some of the world’s most mission-critical media operations. Its industry-leading test and measurement and media workflow solutions streamline operations and scale efficiently across the entire media lifecycle-from capture and live production to automation, processing, quality control, content management, and distribution. Designed for on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments, Telestream ensures high-quality media delivery to any audience, on any platform. The company is privately held and headquartered in Nevada City, California. Learn more at www.telestream.net.

    Press Contact

    Kristin Canders
    Grithaus Agency
    (e) kristin@grithaus.agency
    (p) +1 (207) 974-7744

    SOURCE: Telestream LLC

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  • iAccess Alpha’s Virtual Best Ideas Fall Investment Conference September 16-17, 2025

    iAccess Alpha’s Virtual Best Ideas Fall Investment Conference September 16-17, 2025

    RALEIGH, NC / ACCESS Newswire / September 9, 2025 / iAccess Alpha’s Virtual Best Ideas Fall Investment Conference will take place on September 16-17, 2025, bringing together top micro-cap companies and investors for two days of high-quality insights and investing opportunities.

    The event begins on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, with a series of live-streamed company presentations, beginning at 9:00 AM ET. The following day, Wednesday, September 17, will be dedicated to 1×1 meetings between presenting companies and pre-approved investors, starting at 8:00 AM ET.

    How to Attend:

    Investors and industry professionals can register to watch the presentations and request 1×1 meetings by visiting the official event website: Register Here

    Conference Schedule – September 16, 2025 (All Times ET):

    Time

    Company

    Ticker

    Webcast Link

    9:00am

    NN, Inc.

    NASDAQ:NNBR

    View Presentation

    9:30am

    Xtract One Technologies Inc.

    OTCQX:XTRAF / TSX:XTRA

    View Presentation

    10:00am

    Health In Tech Inc.

    NASDAQ:HIT

    View Presentation

    10:30am

    Callan JMB Inc.

    NASDAQ:CJMB

    View Presentation

    11:00am

    Orion Energy Systems Inc.

    NASDAQ:OESX

    View Presentation

    11:30am

    Ascent Industries Co.

    NASDAQ:ACNT

    View Presentation

    12:00pm

    TOMI Environmental Solutions Inc

    NASDAQ:TOMZ

    View Presentation

    12:30pm

    RenovoRx Inc.

    NASDAQ:RNXT

    View Presentation

    1:00pm

    Alliance Entertainment Holding Corporation

    NASDAQ:AENT

    View Presentation

    1:30pm

    Peraso Inc.

    NASDAQ:PRSO

    View Presentation

    2:00pm

    P3 Health Partners Inc.

    NASDAQ:PIII

    View Presentation

    2:30pm

    SKYX Platforms Corp.

    NASDAQ:SKYX

    View Presentation

    About iAccess Alpha’s Virtual Best Ideas Investment Conferences

    iAccess Alpha hosts four virtual investment conferences annually (March, June, September, and December), showcasing high-potential small and micro-cap investment opportunities. The conferences feature live company presentations on Day 1, followed by exclusive 1×1 investor meetings on Day 2. Since 2019, iAccess Alpha has co-organized leading microcap-focused events, connecting top-tier investors with high-potential companies.

    For more information, contact:
    info@iaccessalpha.com
    www.iaccessalpha.com

    SOURCE: iAccess Alpha

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  • Elixir Advances Patent-Pending AI Technology With Catalyst Solution to Revolutionize CCM Migration

    Elixir Advances Patent-Pending AI Technology With Catalyst Solution to Revolutionize CCM Migration

    OJAI, CALIFORNIA / ACCESS Newswire / September 9, 2025 / Elixir today announced significant progress in its patent application for Elixir Catalyst, a groundbreaking AI and machine learning-powered solution that transforms how organizations migrate from legacy Customer Communications Management (CCM) systems. This revolutionary technology addresses one of the most daunting challenges facing enterprises today: replacing mission-critical CCM platforms that have been deeply embedded in business operations for years or even decades.

    “CCM migration has long been considered one of the highest-risk, most expensive technology projects an organization can undertake,” said Tarek Harry, CEO at Elixir. “With Elixir Catalyst, we’re fundamentally changing this reality. Our patent-pending AI technology can slash migration timelines by 3-4x and reduce costs by 50-80%, transforming what was once a multi-year, multimillion-dollar nightmare into a streamlined, predictable process.”

    Traditional CCM migrations often exceed a year in duration and cost millions of dollars, particularly with legacy solutions that require complete manual template rebuilds. Organizations face the painful reality of complex data migrations and high-stakes compliance risks that can halt production and damage the bottom line. Elixir Catalyst solves these challenges through its innovative approach that requires only data sources and sample PDF outputs to automatically generate fully functional Elixir Cloud templates. The solution combines patent-pending AI and machine learning technology with expert professional services to rapidly convert legacy and competitive documents while maintaining template fidelity through built-in checks and human oversight.

    “What makes Elixir Catalyst truly revolutionary is its vendor and system agnostic approach,” said Libby Koehn, Global VP of Product at Elixir. “We don’t need access to the original CCM platform – just sample PDF outputs and their data feeds. This means organizations can finally break free from legacy systems without the traditional barriers of complex integrations and manual reconstruction efforts. Our AI technology even discovers business / data rules for variable content, shared resources and optimizes templates during the conversion process.”

    The solution has already demonstrated remarkable success in the field. One of the largest insurers in the country leveraged Elixir Catalyst to migrate from legacy systems in under a year at 60% less cost than the nearest competitor, avoiding the multi-year timelines and millions in costs quoted by incumbent CCM vendors.

    Key benefits of Elixir Catalyst include:

    • Dramatic reduction in migration time and costs through AI-powered automation

    • Accelerated time to value by eliminating manual template re-development

    • Enhanced template fidelity with built-in quality checks and expert oversight

    • System agnostic approach requiring only sample PDF outputs and data feeds

    • Optimized template generation through intelligent discovery and generation of data mappings, variable content rules, and shared resources

    As organizations increasingly recognize the need to modernize their communication systems for improved security, scalability, and business agility, Elixir Catalyst provides a transformative path forward that significantly reduces the traditional risks and complexities of CCM migration.

    The advancement of Elixir’s patent application represents a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to innovation in the customer communications space, building on its cloud-native platform that already empowers business users to create personalized communications at scale.

    About Elixir

    Elixir is the leader in the customer communication space. Our cloud-native Customer Communication Management (CCM) platform empowers business users to create personalized, meaningful communications at scale without technical complexity. We combine innovative technology with deep industry expertise to transform how organizations engage with their customers. From insurance policies that protect families to financial statements that secure futures, we enhance the human element of customer communications while handling complex requirements with precision and care.

    Reach out to us today at Elixir.com to talk about a unified communication strategy for your business on Elixir Cloud.

    Contact Information

    Melissa Yearta
    Director of Marketing
    melissa_yearta@elixir.com
    323-309-5608

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    SOURCE: Elixir Technologies

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  • Digitunity and AT&T Launch Initiative to Scale Digital Navigator Services and Computer Ownership, Connecting Over 13,000 People Across 3 Rural States

    Digitunity and AT&T Launch Initiative to Scale Digital Navigator Services and Computer Ownership, Connecting Over 13,000 People Across 3 Rural States

    CONWAY, NEW HAMPSHIRE / ACCESS Newswire / September 9, 2025 / Digitunity, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to making computer ownership possible for everyone, announces a new project in collaboration with AT&T to expand digital navigator services. This project will reach approximately 13,200 people in rural communities nationwide.

    Supported by $725,000 from AT&T, this 12-month effort will equip local organizations in Arkansas, Mississippi, and Louisiana with essential resources so residents can benefit from technology opportunities: computers, digital skills training, and support for affordable internet access.

    Digitunity identified a need for this project in its work across the country. “Digital navigators,” individuals trained to provide support and wayfinding to community members seeking computer access, internet access, and digital skills training, are only as effective as the resources available to them. By bundling essential tools and support, this project will strengthen not only established digital inclusion programs but also activate a broad range of trusted community organizations, such as veterans’ services, healthcare providers, and adult education centers, to meet the technology needs of the people they serve.

    In addition to expanding computer ownership, digital skills, and affordable connectivity, the project will integrate siloed efforts into a cohesive, holistic approach, ultimately improving the effectiveness of digital navigation, with replicability and scalability in mind.

    “Digital navigators play a crucial role in eliminating the digital divide,” said Scot Henley, Executive Director of Digitunity. “Through AT&T’s generous support, we will provide these trusted local partners with robust resources for how their clients can obtain computers, digital skills training, and affordable connectivity. This work is about shaping and strengthening the systems rural communities need for lasting digital opportunity, while also supporting individual success.”

    This collaboration is part of AT&T’s ongoing $5 billion commitment to narrow the digital divide by 2030. The project’s approach, which leverages community networks to reach people at scale, aims to strengthen the digital navigator and digital skills training model and build sustainable systems for computer ownership.

    “At AT&T, we believe that access to technology and digital skills is essential for unlocking opportunity in every community,” said Mylayna Albright, Assistant Vice President of Corporate Responsibility, AT&T. “By collaborating with Digitunity on this initiative, we’re helping to empower thousands of people in rural areas with the tools, training, and support they need to participate fully in today’s digital world, ensuring that more families can connect, learn, and thrive-no matter where they live.”

    The initiative will focus particular attention on Arkansas, Louisiana, and Mississippi, where the need for computers is exceptionally high. According to 2023 U.S. Census data, nearly a quarter of all households in these states do not have a desktop or laptop computer, or they rely on smartphones alone for essential tasks like education, healthcare, and employment.

    Between September 2025 and August 2026, the project aims to:

    • Deliver Digital Skills Training: 10,500 people will participate in AT&T’s digital literacy courses, developed in collaboration with the Public Library Association, and use AT&T’s ScreenReady tools and courses hosted by local nonprofit and community organizations.

    • Place Essential Technology: 2,500 donated and refurbished computers, sourced through Digitunity’s national network, will be distributed to individuals and families in need.

    • Support Community Navigators: 200 digital navigators will receive training and resource kits to help them connect people with computers, skills, and affordable internet.

    About Digitunity

    Digitunity is a national nonprofit organization making computer ownership possible for everyone. For over 40 years, Digitunity has worked to close the digital divide in the United States by shaping and strengthening systems that enable computer ownership.

    Digitunity sources and places computers with a network of over 1,600 community-based organizations, supports digital skills programs, and provides strategic advisory services to states and cities. With one in seven U.S. households lacking a computer at home, this national-local approach mobilizes resources, influences policy, and builds durable solutions that expand opportunities, participation, and economic mobility. Learn more at digitunity.org.

    About Philanthropy & Social Innovation at AT&T

    At AT&T, our corporate responsibility work is dedicated to bridging the digital divide across the country. We are committed to providing people of all ages and from every community with the essential resources they need to thrive in the digital era. For generations, we have supported programs that impact millions of individuals nationwide, and since 2021, we have committed $5 billion to initiatives that enhance connectivity, promote digital literacy, and improve access to high-speed internet. Our efforts particularly focus on uplifting underserved communities, including students, older adults, and those on tribal lands, ensuring everyone can participate in the digital world and benefit from its opportunities. 

    Contact Information

    Buse Kayar
    Media Contact
    busek@accessnewswire.com

    .

    SOURCE: Digitunity

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