Former National Boxing Champion Creates Scholarship

Vernon Forrest was a decorated world boxing champion and member of the 1992 US Olympic Team.  Then in 2009, Forrest was senselessly murdered.  Now his former teammate has created a boxing scholarship to honor his friend’s legacy.

The Durst-Forrest Boxing Scholarship—established by former Augusta boxer Frank M. Durst IV and his wife Caroline—was recently founded to support Augusta Boxing Club student athletes pursuing secondary education opportunities.  The Dursts formed the charitable fund with an initial $50,000 contribution through the Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA).

Forrest was a native of Augusta, Georgia and began boxing at the age of nine.  He compiled an impressive 225-16 record as an amateur, won silver at the 1991 World Amateur Boxing Championships, became the 1992 US junior welterweight champion, and made his professional debut in 1992.  Forrest, who became the first boxer to defeat welterweight Shane Mosley, held the World Boxing Council (WBC) light middleweight and welterweight titles along with the International Boxing Federation (IBF) welterweight title.

The Durst-Forrest Boxing Scholarship was created to financially assist club members interested in attending local universities and technical schools.  The Augusta Boxing Club is led by director Ray Whitfield, a former National Golden Gloves teammate of Durst.

“Vernon and I were Augusta Boxing Club teammates in the late 1980s and remained good friends for decades,” said Durst.  “He is known mostly for his success in the ring, but I remember his wonderful spirit, humility and service to others.” 

Pictured from left to right are Forrest and Durst playing golf in the early 2000s.

Founded in 1976 by probation officer Tom Moraetes, the Augusta Boxing Club operates with the assistance of area law enforcement agencies and relies on donations for support.  The nonprofit is structured as an after school and community support organization designed to curtail drug abuse and crime among young adults and children.  Located at 1929 Walton Way, the Augusta Boxing Club uses boxing as a tool to steer troubled youth off the streets.

To contribute to the scholarship, visit the CSRA website.  For more information about the Augusta Boxing Club, call (706) 550-0382 or visit the website.

MGI Worldwide Helps Accounting Firms Get Bigger Better And Different

Taking pride in its strong international presence and a growing community, MGI Worldwide is considered a leading global accounting network, a platform that helps accounting firms get bigger, better, and stand out among their competitors.

More Than 70 Years of Accounting Excellence

Since MGI Worldwide established its first international partnership (with Ghana Cocoa Marketing Board) in 1947, the London-based company has been non-stop providing accounting services to more businesses and organisations across the globe.

With CPA Associates International members, the accountancy network provides accounting, auditing, tax, and consulting services through its 10,000 professionals in over 100 countries. Their services, which enable business sectors to manage their finances better, also include specialist services such as forensic accountancy, international financial reporting, and global mobility.

Why Become A Member

MGI Worldwide is a Top 20-ranked international accountancy network. Its members enjoy an array of benefits that help them get ahead of their competitors.

Network expansion. MGI schedules and conducts year-round networking events participated by their members coming from different parts of the globe. These activities offer an avenue wherein accounting firms can strengthen their ties regionally and globally speaking and learn the best industry practices. They also provide a global procurement platform that aims to offer exclusive business opportunities.

Access to resources. As in any other business, accounting firms need to expand their knowledge and learn new things to grow constantly. MGI members get access to different resources by attending webinars and training courses and receiving regular news updates and business guides. The organisation also offers downloadable audit and assurance manuals that its members can customise to fit their needs.

Technology partnerships. Because MGI works on a global scale, they know how vital it is to incorporate technology in traditional accountancy practices. Especially now that we’re living in a digital age, accounting firms need to have quality and secure global solutions that will help them transition into data automation and cloud-based accounting. MGI has global technology partners that their members can enlist to help with their technology needs.

Customised marketing support. Joining a worldwide accounting network is an effective way of reaching new clients. To aid in their members’ customer expansion, MGI offers marketing support services that are tailored to the specific demands of each of their members. This one-to-one support will help accounting firms identify which marketing solutions work best for them and maximise the marketing benefits of being an MGI member.

Collective growth. MGI also provides a global quality review system that can help its members adhere to international quality standards for accounting professionals. On top of this, they also have specialist groups that can assist other members should they have enquiries in specificaccountancy fields (e.g., forensic accountancy). This collaborative approach enables the organisation to foster growth — individually and collectively.

Are you ready to take your firm to new heights? Check out MGI Worldwide’s official website, www.mgiworld.com. For enquiries on how to become a member of the leading global accounting network, visit https://www.mgiworld.com/membership/membership-enquiry-form.

Group of luxury brands MER Patrimony announces the launch of its website

MER Patrimony develops brands associated with a refined lifestyle. On the website of the company visitors can get acquainted with its main areas of activity, its philosophy and mission, as well as get a lot of useful information about the life of the "modern aristocracy".

 

The new site is probably the only way to learn something about MER Patrimony. You will not find any information about it on the Internet. It is not mentioned in the headlines of popular magazines, it is not on the marquee, you probably have not heard anything about it before.

And that is how it should be. After all, MER Patrimony does not strive for popularity. Its audience is a narrow circle of true connoisseurs, those who appreciate exceptional and one of a kind experiences. This is exactly the case when information about a company is passed by word of mouth among insiders, rather than through large-scale marketing campaigns.

Philosophy

All MER Patrimony activities are built around aristocratic values ​​integrated into the modern globalized world. Think of the contemporary chevaliers who can now wander around the globe, who have changed their faithful horse for a yacht or a transatlantic liner, donned a bespoke suit instead of armor.

Much has changed since the days of knightly duels, but nobility, honor, exquisite taste and traditions have remained unshakable for the founders of MER Patrimony. It looks like modern Don Quixotes continue to fight, but now their enemies are mediocrity, routine and despondency.

Classic ideals are the cornerstone of the family-owned company MER Patrimony. They gravitate towards timeless style rather than fashion. They value the continuity of generations and have great respect for history. This vision leaves its mark on everything they do and gives their work an aura of nobility.

 

Mission

The main goal of MER Patrimony is to create a kind of ecosystem of companies united by a common idea and vision. By founding its own brands, helping others, participating in various business and cultural projects, the company strives to contribute to “a new culture of taste worthy of the chevalier lifestyle”.

Through their activities, they try to help brands become internationally recognized, develop in global markets, creating a synergy of like-minded people, where “every member contributes to making aristocracy great again”.

One of the main principles that allow them to carry out this mission is perfection, the highest possible quality in everything they do. In this way, they strive to provide their consumers - the modern chevaliers - with an unforgettable extraordinary experience that they cannot get anywhere else.

Rooted in centuries-old traditions, MER Patrimony always strives for the new, the unknown, the amazing, opening up new possibilities and pushing the boundaries. “Whatever it is a luxury hotel on

the top of the Alps, an atmosphere restaurant in the heart of Paris, or a coastline lodge in

the Arctic Ocean, every new project MER Patrimony embarks on is a testimony to a life

worth living”.

 

Areas of activity

The company's sphere of interests includes businesses that are engaged in what may be interesting to modern aristocrats, especially with regard to sophisticated recreation: from noble drinks to yachts, villas and extraordinary travels. The main activities of the company are wine and hospitality. They also pay attention to sports, yachting, historical and cultural projects.

 

Drinks

Refined wine is an integral part of aristocratic leisure. Unsurprisingly, MER Patrimony pays special attention to this issue. The company is the founder of its own distillery in Piedmont, a small town known as the capital of Italian winemaking. Admirers of grape have already appreciated SCARPA Vini, a wine in the production of which centuries-old traditions and new technologies are combined and which is already recognizable in a narrow circle of connoisseurs.

The company also internationally promotes such wine brands as MAÏA and Fincher & Co. Both amaze with the sophistication of their tastes and are deservedly considered masterpieces of winemaking.

In addition to wine, modern Chevaliers are not averse to tasting strong rum. Here MER Patrimony also has something special to offer. Freetown Rums have been aged in oak barrels for years and boast an unrivaled taste.

Speaking of drinks, water is worth mentioning separately. After all, water is the basis of life. In MER Patrimony they believe that the best way to quench one’s thirst is to have a glass of # 1 Botanicals, pure water from natural sources that contains a variety of herbal extracts. Due to the unique composition, it has a special taste and is incredibly healthy.

 

Hospitality

Providing outstanding places for aesthetic leisure around the world is another important activity of the company. At the moment, the choice is not that big, but all the destinations are worthy of the attention of the most sophisticated audience.

Monvigliero Vineyard villas are extremely interesting for the opportunity to taste amazing wines made from local grapes, which provide an astonishing, incomparable bouquet. Visitors will also have the opportunity to enjoy stunning views of the area.

Another place which will attract the attention of gourmets is Osteria La Bogliona. There, along with the famous wines of Piedmont, you will be offered original dishes made by skilled Italian chefs.

Svabin castles located in the Check Republic is a must have for history buffs. They allow guests to feel the spirit of the Middle Ages, enjoy the atmosphere of knightly duels, and feel like a contemporary of the glorious times of the past.

Another place promoted by MER Patrimony is BulBul in Monaco. It is great for having a couple of exquisite drinks in a relaxed elegant atmosphere.

 

Other projects

Caring for heritage is a matter of honor for MER Patrimony. The company contributed to the creation of the Museum of the 30 Years War in the Czech Republic. After all, traditions and continuity of generations have always been and remain extremely important for highly cultured people. 

Another interesting project that demonstrates the versatility of MER Patrimony's interests is the creation of the explorer superyacht Ragnar, which impresses not only with its noble and graceful appearance, but also with excellent sailing characteristics. This yacht has already been appreciated by lots of modern chevaliers.

 

The design of the site corresponds to the spirit of the company – restrained, stylish, noble, at the same time, quite simple, like everything truly aristocratic.

THINKWARE Announces Mothers Day Dash Cam Specials

United States – World-leading Korean dash cam brand THINKWARE is celebrating mothers everywhere with special offers on its dash cam lineup leading up to Mother’s Day on May 9th.

Throughout April and May, THINKWARE is discounting many of its best-selling dash cameras for those looking for a unique Mother’s Day gift this year. Models on sale include the following:

 

  • U1000: THINKWARE's flagship model that delivers sharp native 4K UHD video quality. The U1000 can be accessorized with a 2K QHD rearview camera and hardwiring cable for complete, best-in-class 24/7 all-round protection.
  • Q800 PRO: One of the latest and greatest from THINKWARE capable of recording in 2K QHD 1440p.
  • X700: Save on this easy to use dash cam that offers a navigate IPS touch screen, full HD two-channel, advanced driver assistance, parking surveillance mode and more.
  • F200: Get a great deal on this versatile dual-channel dash cam with built-in Wi-Fi.
  • F70: This entry-level dash cam features the latest Energy Saving Parking Recording Mode.
  • M1 Motorsports Cam: Exclusively for Motorcycles, ATVs, and UTVs, this is equipped with 2-channel full HD cameras with Advanced Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS).
  • QA100: High-quality image processor captures crystal clear video in 2K QHD, 30fps with an optional Full HD rearview camera, advanced driver assistance system supported.
  • FA200: The perfect value-driven dash cam, the slim design with Advanced Parking Mode, Time Lapse, Energy Saving Mode for extended surveillance, an optional rear camera available.
  • External Battery: Compatible with all THINKWARE models, External Battery increases the duration of the Parking Surveillance mode, allowing it to remain in parking mode for up to 20 hours, or 16 hours with a rear cam added.

“There are over 85 million mothers in the US, many who handle the unsung duties of driving their children to school, the mall, soccer practice, and just about everywhere else on any given day,” said Brian Yang, THINKWARE’s Director of North American Business Development. "Mother’s Day is a great time to thank them for all the miles they’ve logged with a dash cam. Equipped with some of the most advanced technology and features on the market today, THINKWARE dash cam will not only put a smile on mom’s face, but keep her connected, safe, and informed while on the road.”

For more information, visit THINKWARE’s website at www.thinkware.com or us.thinkware.com

About THINKWARE

Global IT Corporation THINKWARE DASH CAM was founded in Korea in 1997. Through consistent research and development in the field of smart car technologies, THINKWARE DASH CAM has established itself as the market leader in various sectors such as dash cams, electronic maps, navigation and mobile applications.

Spearheading the competition with world-class image processing technologies and intuitive, user-friendly interface, THINKWARE DASH CAM debuted in the US market in 2014. THINKWARE DASH CAM has confirmed it will be exporting their DASH CAM lines into 17 other countries including US, Canada, UK, and Japan.

THINKWARE DASH CAM has continued to astound the industry with its world-class DASH CAM lines during their presence at global exhibitions like CES, SEMA, and The Gadget Show Live. For CES 2017, the world’s largest consumer electronics show, THINKWARE received the Innovation Award of the Year for excellence in technology and design. The company has also received the IF Design Award and IDEA Award Finalist in 2017, as well as the Red Dot Design Award in 2017.

BIS Safety Software Announces Location Based Course Material for BIStrainer Users


Sherwood Park, AB:
BIS Safety Software has recently announced that the LMS course builder now has functionality allowing companies to include region specific course material to any course they create. The location-based content can be set to display only to people taking the training within that region.

Material such as forms, course videos, and other elements can be prompted by the user’s location to ensure the most relevant content is being presented to the user based on where they are taking the course.

Companies can add elements to their courses and orientations such as provincial/state tax forms or material discussing geographically specific legislation like a regional safety regulation. Gone are the days of creating countless versions of the same course to cater to the various regional differences.

The Learning Management System has been a very powerful training tool that has enabled companies to create unique courses with the built-in course player that can integrate forms, exam bank questions, and competency assessments. With full SCORM compatibility and an integrated eCommerce store, the options for online training courses are endless.

About BIS Safety Software:
BIS Safety Software
was founded in 2006 and offers learning & compliance software for EH&S professionals, including a learning management system, training matrix, and much more. BIS also offers digital forms for site audits, incident reports, and many other form-based tasks.