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Sexual Exploits and Secrets from Inside a Sugar Daddy WebsiteBrook Urick worked behind the scenes at notorious sugar daddy website SeekingArrangement for five years while trying her own luck as a sugar baby. Part coming of age memoir and part exposé with a twist of grim dating advice, Brook's story parallels her unusual relationship history with her ascension working for a pseudo dating website designed to protect predatory men. Through anecdotal evidence and insider information, she paints the picture of an evil machine that serves as an agency for sex trafficking and exploitation. While working under controversial CEO, Brandon Wade, at Seeking (formerly SeekingArrangement or SA), she perpetuated lies to the media while product developers designed a website that absolved perpetrators through anonymity. The rise in social media facades of unattainable luxury and wealth disparity pushed the Disney generation to sign up as sugar babies in droves. Many were victimized. Most victims don't come forward due to the shame and stigma surrounding sex work. Anonymous abusers are free to return to Seeking and bait their next mark.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.
What is identity theft and how do you protect yourself from it? We're joined by Ian Bednowitz, General Manager of LifeLock, on this week's Tech It OutIf it was a pain getting all your receipts together for tax time, you're not alone. Epson drops by to talk about its award-winning RapidReceipt scanners. I catch up with Stacey Tieu, Product Manager of Scanners at Epson America.Speaking of money management, if you're single and looking to meet someone, learn about ‘Luxury Dating' with Seeking.com's CEO and Founder, Brandon Wade. Do you need to be wealthy to use this app/site?Thank you to Visa and SanDisk for your support!
Join Ryan Greigg in this special 15 Point Plan podcast episode as he interviews DJ Brandon Wade. Brandon has a background in motivational psychology for fitness and has created music mixes to motivate and inspire movement, health, and wellness. Check out Brandon's mixes https://www.youtube.com/@djbrandonwade7969 ---------- Connect with the 15 Point Plan: 15 Point Plan: https://WinMakeGive.com/15-point-plan/ Win Make Give Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/WinMakeGive Learn more about the co-hosts: Jacqueline Smith: https://www.instagram.com/jacquelinerae_smith/ Ryan Greigg: https://www.instagram.com/bentleysoldman/ Book one of our co-hosts for your next event: https://WinMakeGive.com/speakers/ Part of the Win Make Give Podcast Network
Paula Wade was last seen on October 12, 2002, leaving her work at Sam's Club in Valdosta, GA. She and her 3-year-old son, Brandon Wade, have not been seen since. The pair was planning to move to Florida not long before they went missing. Nothing except for Brandon's car seat was missing. Paula's purse, glasses, ID, and all other possessions were left behind. Anyone with information on the Wades' disappearance is asked to contact the FBI's Atlanta Field Office at 770-216-3000 or submit a tip online at tips.fbi.gov. For more information about the podcast and the cases discussed, visit VoicesforJusticePodcast.com Join my Jog for Justice Team: https://runsignup.com/vfjmedia Thank you to our sponsors Quince and Zocdoc! Go to Zocdoc.com/Justice and download the Zocdoc app for free. Then find and book a top-rated doctor today. Go to Quince.com/Justice for free shipping on your order and free 365-day returns. Follow us on social media: Twitter: @VFJPod Instagram: @VoicesforJusticePodcast TikTok: @VoicesforJusticePodcast Facebook: @VoicesforJusticePodcast Voices for Justice is hosted by Sarah Turney Twitter: @SarahETurney Instagram: @SarahETurney TikTok: @SarahETurney Facebook: @SarahETurney YouTube: @SarahTurney The introduction music used in Voices for Justice is Thread of Clouds by Blue Dot Sessions. Outro music is Melancholic Ending by Soft and Furious. The track used for ad transitions is Pinky by Blue Dot Sessions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Each day throughout December, Melissa and Whitney will highlight one missing person's case. They know the holidays are about family and want to support those who might have more questions than answers regarding their missing loved one. As you come together with your family, let's amplify their loved one's story and hopefully bring some answers.
Brandon Wade, a wealthy entrepreneur, says he was searching for love in all the wrong places, relying on his wealth to attract partners. He believed love was only for those without money until he met Dana, his fourth wife and true love. They met through his own dating website, Seeking Arrangement, in 2020.Before meeting Dana, Brandon had dated sugar babies and endured a number of painful divorces. But after spending his 50th birthday alone, he knew he needed a change. After visiting a fortune teller who predicted he would remarry, he found the love of his life.Despite the outside world's judgement, Brandon and Dana say they are genuinely in love and are now happily married. Brandon's newfound appreciation for honest commitment has led him to rebrand his website, Seeking, to reflect his own personal romance.Launched in 2006, SeekingArrangement.com is a luxury dating website for singles. Seeking welcomes anyone looking for a premium online dating experience, and its mission is to help its 40+ million members find relationship success by encouraging honesty between partners.Brandon says his own story of finding true love serves as a testament to the transformative power of love. He wants people to know that his own experience has shown that a change in approach to dating can lead to great relationships. Every relationship starts with how we feel about ourselves, and love can bring joy and happiness at any point in life. Brandon hopes his story will inspire others to find the same joy he has found in his life.You can watch the full interview on the Second Chance Podcast YouTube channel. Brandon Wade on InstagramBrandon Wade on TwitterBrandon Wade on FacebookSeeking on InstagramSeeking on TwitterSeeking on FacebookSeeking on YouTubeSeeking Website Second Chance Podcast on YouTube Raphael on Instagram Raphael's Website Second Chance on Facebook Raphael Rowe Foundation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What does it mean to live authentically? Brandon Wade created Pay It Forward to have a platform that speaks positivity into the world. But in realizing through the loss of his father that there was more to be said, he began the journey of seeking what it means to be truly authentic. More From Brandon Wade: Listen to the podcast Pay It Forward Radio Support his show here Instagram: @Payitforwardradio Check out the Non-Religious Prayer Line, 10pm to 11pm Monday to Friday and Sunday morning at 11am pacific / 2 pm eastern. Meeting ID: 795 3471 7147 Meeting Password: 9rDMde Join me here: Intuitive Creators Academy & Collective Course: THE GRATITUDE BUNDLE -70% OFF Instagram: @intuitivecreators @thebarsi BE BOLD & KEEP CREATING! Music Credit & Licensing: Upbeat by Jon Luc Hefferman - Production Music This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 Unported License. To view a copy of this license, visit http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ or send a letter to Creative Commons, PO Box 1866, Mountain View, CA 94042, USA.
Paula Wade was planning on moving closer to her parents with her three year old son Brandon, but a week before the planned move they both disappeared. With few persons of interest, how has this case remained unsolved for so long?Contact Info: Valdosta Police Department Bureau of Investigations (229) 242-2606 Anonymous crime tip line (229) 293-3091https://www.LordanArts.com
We continue our discussion with Brandon Wade, Owner of Seeking.com, (formerly Seeking Arrangement), about rebranding his company, old marketing secrets, and his personal insecurities.
Jordan gets annoyed at getting amber alerts on his TV, and discovers Chat GPT and the secret ingredient from his favorite restaurant. Then, Brandon Wade, the owner of Seeking.com (previously Seeking Arrangement), joins us to talk about how he started his business and met a woman who changed his life.
The morning of Monday October 14th, 2002, Paula didn't show up to work for her 7:00 a.m. shift at the Valdosta Sam's Club. Since missing work without notice was very unusual for Paula, her coworkers grew worried, and her marketing team leader sent someone twice to check on Paula at her residence at the Commons Apartments. Paula and Brandon were nowhere to be found. Paula's 1998 Chevy Blazer was still parked at the apartment building, however Brandon's car seat was missing from it. Police were called to the apartment but could find no signs of Paula or her son. https://twitter.com/JuryFile https://www.instagram.com/juryfile/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075902688137 Victims Health & Legal Fund: https://juryfile.com/shop/uncategorized/10-donation/ https://cash.app/$JuryFile --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jury-file/support
Suffolk Teacher Caught with Over One Million Criminal Images of Children https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-suffolk-63242000 Help with a Genesee County CSAM Case https://www.wnem.com/2022/10/15/sheriffs-office-seeks-publics-help-genesee-co-child-pornography-investigation/ United Nations Child Sex Ring Left Victims But No Arrests https://apnews.com/article/africa-arrests-united-nations-only-on-ap-e6ebc331460345c5abd4f57d77f535c1 Sheriff Ronnie Lawson's Son to Serve Only One Year Out of a Possible 20 Year Sentence https://www.wate.com/news/hawkins-county-news/da-hawkins-co-sheriffs-son-must-register-as-sex-offender-after-pleading-guilty-to-charges/ Missing Paula and Brandon Wade 20th Anniversary https://www.missingkids.org/blog/2022/mom-and-her-munchkin-still-missing-after-20-years Lori Vallow Trial Suspended https://www.eastidahonews.com/2022/10/trial-no-longer-set-for-january-in-lori-vallow-daybell-case-as-judge-suspends-case/ Police Officer Arrested and Accused of Engaging with Minors Online https://www.ketk.com/news/local-news/longview-peace-officer-arrested-by-fbi-after-criminal-investigation/ Pastor Sentenced for Child Pornography https://fox11online.com/news/local/former-pastor-sentenced-for-child-pornography-possession-rick-haberland-oneida-united-methodist-church-outagamie-county-new-hope-methodist-church-de-pere-suring-hickory-united-methodist-church-suring-phillips-united-methodist-church-eden-wisconsin Cheektowaga Man Charged After Discovery of Collection of Child Pornography Images https://buffalonews.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/cheektowaga-man-charged-after-discovery-of-collection-of-child-pornography-images/article_5cf5d1b2-4cde-11ed-8675-73e9bed8f561.html Indiana 25 Missing Children https://fox59.com/indiana-news/missing-over-25-indiana-children-still-not-found/ https://twitter.com/JuryFile https://www.instagram.com/juryfile/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075902688137 Victims Health & Legal Fund: https://juryfile.com/shop/uncategorized/10-donation/ https://cash.app/$JuryFile --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jury-file/support
https://twitter.com/JuryFile https://www.instagram.com/juryfile/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075902688137 Victims Health & Legal Fund: https://juryfile.com/shop/uncategorized/10-donation/ https://cash.app/$JuryFile https://juryfile.com/2022/04/25/paula-and-brandon-wade/ It has been almost twenty years since 25-year-old Paula Ann (McGrath) Wade and her 3 year old son, Brandon Lee Wade, went missing from Valdosta, Georgia. Their family has not given up hope in finding them though, and they continue to search for answers. A mother and son don't just disappear into thin air. It's believed that Paula and Brandon went missing sometime on October 13th, 2002. The morning of Monday October 14th, 2002, Paula didn't show up to work for her 7:00 a.m. shift at the Valdosta Sam's Club. Since missing work without notice was very unusual for Paula, her coworkers grew worried, and her marketing team leader sent someone twice to check on Paula at her residence at the Commons Apartments. Paula and Brandon were nowhere to be found. Paula's 1998 Chevy Blazer was still parked at the apartment building, however Brandon's car seat was missing from it. Police were called to the apartment but could find no signs of Paula or her son. Every Sunday, at 6:30 pm, Paula called her parents. But they did not hear from her that previous evening, Sunday October 13th. Her parents initially passed it off as Paula just likely being busier than normal from packing in preparation for her approved work transfer to Kissimmee, Florida the next week. But “even one week (without contact) is totally out of character,” according to Paula's family. There have been no sightings or contact with Paula or Brandon in almost twenty years. Paula's husband, staff sergeant Lance Wade, stationed at Shaw Air Force Base, Sumter, South Carolina, passed a polygraph test. Paula's roommate at the time, 19 year old Marcus Randolph Burroughs, was initially unable to be tracked down by police for questioning, but was later located at Lowndes County jail after being arrested for theft and providing a false name. Burroughs was uncooperative, refused to take a polygraph test, and hired a lawyer. An acquaintance of Marcus' told police of a location he thought remains might be buried, but law enforcement only found deer bones when they searched the site. To this day, there have been no arrests or charges in relation to Paula and Brandon Wade's disappearance. IF YOU HAVE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: VALDOSTA POLICE DEPARTMENT BUREAU OF INVESTIGATIONS (229) 242-2606 The anonymous crime tip line (229) 293-3091 or Crime Investigations Department (229) 293-3145 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jury-file/support
In this episode of “The Business of Blueberries,” host Kasey Cronquist, president of the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC) and the North American Blueberry Council (NABC), dives into some https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/14/8/1619 (exciting research regarding the cognitive benefits of incorporating blueberries into your daily diet). Cronquist is joined by NABC/USHBC Senior Director of Nutrition and Health Research Leslie Wada, Ph.D., and https://med.uc.edu/landing-pages/faculty-profile/Index/Pubs/krikorr (Robert Krikorian, Ph.D., )a professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience and director of the Cognitive Aging Program at the University of Cincinnati Academic Health Center. “Now, with the broader scope of activities open to us as our Health Research Committee converts to a Health Research and Nutrition Committee, we are also evaluating nutrition programs and projects that can help us communicate the importance of blueberries as part of a healthy diet.” - Leslie Wada, Ph.D. “So I think one way to look at what we found was that from a cognitive point of view, we were able to reverse, or at least return to a less severe impairment level of the kind of executive control problems that these people would typically experience..” - Robert Krikorian, Ph.D. Topics covered include: An explanation of the scope, function and impact of the Health Research and Nutrition committee. A https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/14/8/1619 (review) of the ongoing research regarding the benefits of blueberries on cognitive function. A discussion of the media attention https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/14/8/1619 (this latest study) has received, and what this means for future research in this area. Crop Report The Blueberry Crop Report is an update on crop conditions and markets throughout important blueberry growing areas. In this episode, you'll hear from Brandon Wade in Georgia, Mario Ramirez in Mexico, Elizabeth Carranza in California and Matt Macrie in New Jersey. This was recorded on June 15, 2022. Blueberry Boost This July, the USHBC will be hosting a nationwide 31-day challenge to encourage consumers to grab a boost of blue. Consumers will be treated to a bevy of activities to celebrate blueberries, engage with the blueberry lifestyle and encourage them to help us grow support for solving childhood hunger with USHBC's partnership with https://www.nokidhungry.org (No Kid Hungry). Join the ranks of the great companies that are already working together to wave the flag that drives demand and makes blueberries the world's favorite fruit. Check it out and sign up https://ushbc.blueberry.org/license-agreement/ (here).
In this episode of “The Business of Blueberries,” host Kasey Cronquist, president of the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC) and the North American Blueberry Council (NABC), turns our focus to Mexico. Jose Luis Bustamante, chair of Aneberries and general manager of Naturipe Berry Growers in Mexico, and Juan Jose Flores, executive director of Aneberries, discuss the country's growth in the blueberry industry, the current challenges and opportunities they face, and what we can look forward to in the future. “Mexico is moving more toward production in January, February, March and April. That's been becoming the Mexico window. We are more efficient. We have more production that we can be in the market in better conditions right now. …Our main focus right now is in the domestic market. We believe that we can grow that market to be a year-round consumption.” - Juan Jose Flores “We have the most respect for American farmers. They do a wonderful job and we see us as complementary. We believe that having the presence of blueberries year-round with the same quality, with the same size and everything in common, that will increase consumption and that will make us all happy. We really appreciate the farmers and we appreciate our farmers. So we understand the things that you're going through and, believe us, that in Mexico we are going through the same thing.” - Jose Luis Bustamante Topics covered include: A far-reaching conversation with Jose Luis Bustamante and Juan Jose Flores. A review of the beginning and growth of the blueberry industry in Mexico. The value in partnering with Mexican producers to foster a strong global blueberry industry. Crop Report The Blueberry Crop Report is an update on crop conditions and markets throughout important blueberry growing areas. In this episode, you'll hear from Brandon Wade in Georgia, Neil Moore in North Carolina, Elizabeth Carranza in California, and Mario Ramirez in Mexico. This was recorded on June 8, 2022. Marketing Boost In 1893, Elizabeth White saw the potential in blueberries on her family's farm. She partnered with USDA botanist Frederick Covillel, and together they found the right blueberry plants to cultivate. It's no surprise that many years later, the blueberry industry is filled with women who are making an impact. That's why USHBC is launching “Women in Blueberries,” with the goal of bringing together these amazing women. We'll host our first virtual Women in Blueberries event on July 13 at 11 a.m. PT/2 p.m. ET. In this first two-part virtual session, we'll examine the power of bringing other women along on your career journey, and how to be more mindful in supporting women who inspire you. More information is available http://blueberryevents.org/womeninbluesnetwork (here).
In this episode of “The Business of Blueberries,” host Kasey Cronquist, president of the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC) and the North American Blueberry Council (NABC), shares a few highlights from the first 100 episodes of the podcast. These sound bites emphasize the importance of unity and collaboration to delight blueberry customers and consumers every single time. You'll hear from industry leaders Denny Doyle, Shelly Hartmann and Tom Avinelis. “If you do nothing at all, that's worse than doing something wrong. So (USHBC) really started with (us going out to) promote in traditional ways, and then - BANG - the health research started to hover and we embraced that.” - Denny Doyle “I think we really need to encourage grower participation. This is the growers' program. They need to be involved and they need to be up to speed on the strategic plan and the direction that this organization is going. …I only see it getting better for growers and I'm so excited to be able to say that.” - Shelly Hartmann “We need to recognize what we, as farmers, what we're nourishing and what we're growing and what we're so proud of is quality blueberries that are going to have to delight our customers consistently to be successful.” - Tom Avinelis Topics covered include: The history behind the formation of the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council. A vision for what's ahead for the blueberry industry. What it takes to delight customers and consumers every time they experience blueberries. Crop Report The Blueberry Crop Report is an update on crop conditions and markets throughout important blueberry growing areas. In this episode, you'll hear from Mario Ramirez in Mexico, Brandon Wade in Georgia, Neil Moore in North Carolina, and Elizabeth Carranza in California. This was recorded on June 1, 2022. Blueberry Boost What we've been calling the “Marketing Boost” has become the “Blueberry Boost!” This change reflects an expanded direction for this segment, which will still include marketing information, with the addition of industry-related updates and resources. For the first Blueberry Boost, Amanda Griffin, USHBC vice president of engagement and education, shares details on The Blueberry Summit, Oct. 5-7 in Nashville. Learn more at register https://www.blueberryevents.org/ (here)!
In this episode of “The Business of Blueberries,” host Kasey Cronquist, president of the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC) and the North American Blueberry Council (NABC), is joined by Steve Mantle of https://www.innov8.ag/ (Innov8 Ag). Cronquist and Mantle are also joined by USHBC/NABC vice president of engagement and education Amanda Griffin to discuss the new https://ushbc.blueberry.org/for-growers/tech-and-innovation/ (BerrySmart Field Project). “So the BerrySmart Field Project will bring together suppliers and solution providers … with the intent to improve blueberry production quality. …We get to test out really cool technologies that are going to advance the blueberry industry.” – Amanda Griffin “Our focus is establishing priorities on the initial technology … to templatize something that's repeatable into a validated smart farm network that enables growers and packers and sales, the technology community, as well as researchers to collaborate on how we best optimize farm operations with better and more predictable yield outcomes.” - Steve Mantle Topics covered include: An overview of the BerrySmart Field Project and its key stakeholders. The importance of exploring technology and attracting tech providers to the blueberry industry. How the BerrySmart Field Project will ultimately impact growers and other blueberry value chain participants. How the project will be carried out to meet objectives. Crop Report The Blueberry Crop Report is an update on crop conditions and markets throughout key growing areas. In this episode, you'll hear from Elizabeth Carranza in California, Brandon Wade in Georgia, Neil Moore in North Carolina, Mario Ramirez in Mexico, and Ken Patterson in Florida. This was recorded on May 25, 2022. Marketing Boost National Blueberry Month is coming up in July, and we have an exciting opportunity for growers to help tell the industry story! Submit a short video about your work by June 10 and we could use it at a media event later in the month. Listen to this week's marketing boost for details about how your story can be included, then upload your video at http://www.ushbc.org/video (USHBC.org/video).
In this episode of “The Business of Blueberries,” host Kasey Cronquist, president of the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC) and the North American Blueberry Council (NABC), introduces Joe Vargas, the first-ever USHC/NABC director of business intelligence. Vargas and Cronquist are joined by Tom Barnes of Category Partners and Grant Prentice of Padilla FoodMinds to discuss the blueberry industry's data and insights program. “I think that the gut feel and experience that got us through the 20th century just won't cut it in the 21st century. …What we're going to be trying to do is outline what benefits, what is going to be the reason for participation and what is that going to bring to the growers, the marketers, the shippers, the retailers, consumers – that whole pride and everything in between – of how can we be relevant and how can we take the data in a direction that's going to help us with that single voice.” - Joe Vargas “We were able to add Mintel and a pretty cool data set from their GNPD database. And what that does is it allows the industry, anybody with a username and password, into this analytics dashboard … to go in and look at the packaging all around the world. …And so it's a really powerful tool for those people that are looking to maybe redesign packaging or find out where their blueberries are ending up.” - Tom Barnes “It's not just about having (data) sitting somewhere where people can access it, but how do we take that information, the right slices or the right views of the day. … I think this type of data that we're talking about, and having more hands on deck, is just going to make all that stuff flow that much more. - Grant Prentice Topics covered include: An introduction to Joe Vargas, newly appointed director of business intelligence for USHBC. A review of new data tools and a look at future prospects for the industry. The value of collecting data regarding produce categories, consumer trends and household habits, and the benefits of making that data available and transparent to producers. Crop Report The Blueberry Crop Report is an update on crop conditions and markets throughout important blueberry growing areas. In this episode, you'll hear from Ken Patterson in Florida, Brandon Wade in Georgia, Neil Moore in North Carolina, and Elizabeth Carranza in California. This was recorded on May 18, 2022. Marketing Boost There are oh so many promotional opportunities coming up for USHBC, starting with National Blueberry Cheesecake Day on May 26! Be sure to download our https://ushbc.blueberry.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2022/05/USH_National-Blueberry-Days_Social-Graphics_Cheesecake_Day_D3-1.gif (cool GIF) and use it to engage your social media audience. In June, we'll celebrate Brain Health Month. Be sure to check out our https://ushbc.blueberry.org/all-resources/toolkits-and-marketing-materials/grab-a-boost-of-blue/brain-health-month/ (toolkit) for amazing resources and advice on promoting the health benefits of blueberries all month long.
In this episode of “The Business of Blueberries,” host Kasey Cronquist, president of the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC) and the North American Blueberry Council (NABC), is joined by Brooke Hill of Southern Hill Farms in Clermont, Florida. Hill was a panelist on the USHBC's https://ushbc.blueberry.org/webinars/best-practices-for-u-pick-blueberries-in-2020/ (“Best Practices for U-Pick Blueberries”) webinar presented in 2020. “We leaned heavily on (the community) and they were there for us. I mean, we were floored. It brought tears to my eyes how supportive people were. They wanted to do anything they could to support their local farm.” - Brooke Hill “Diversification for us was the best thing we ever did. However diversification looks for you, no matter what, you can't go wrong with it as long as it's done with intention, it's well thought out and it makes sense for what your end goal is. …I think where the true value for us came in is it led the future of the farm in a completely different direction than where we thought we were headed.” – Brooke Hill Topics covered include: Hill's background and experience, and the story of Southern Hill Farms. How launching a U-pick operation can be a tool for blueberry farm diversification. The importance of developing a close connection to the local community. What to consider before you start a U-pick operation. Crop Report The Blueberry Crop Report is an update on crop conditions and markets throughout North and South America. In this episode, you'll hear from Elizabeth Carranza in California, Ken Patterson in Florida, Brandon Wade in Georgia, and Neil Moore in North Carolina. This was recorded on May 11, 2022. Marketing Boost Grab a Boost of Blue is the industry's call to action to motivate consumers to make blueberries a part of their everyday lifestyles. Use this messaging to encourage your audience to Grab a Boost of Blue through content on your website, in social media captions, in newsletters and in other communications. You'll find a wealth of resources at http://www.ushbc.org/boostofblue (USHBC.org/boostofblue), and you can get licensed at http://www.ushbc.org/license (USHBC.org/license).
In this episode of “The Business of Blueberries,” host Kasey Cronquist, president of the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC) and the North American Blueberry Council (NABC), is joined by Brian Bocock, vice president of product management at Naturipe Farms. You heard from him back in https://ushbc.blueberry.org/podcast/the-power-of-market-information/ (Episode 002) and https://ushbc.blueberry.org/podcast/a-big-year-for-blueberries/ (Episode 046). Now back for his third appearance, Bocock provides his outlook on what's ahead for blueberries. “If, as an industry, we can turn that grab a boost of blue into a consistent delivery, 52 weeks a year, when they consistently go in and grab their boost of blue and it delivers against their expectation for firmness and flavor – boom! Now we're cooking on all cylinders and it's everybody across the board. Cause we all will succeed if all of us are hitting the same way.” – Brian Bocock “When you get into these environments where you have reduced production due to weather events, and all of a sudden you pick up for two or three weeks … it can be pretty dynamic. And if you miss it by a week or two, it can mean whether a grower makes money or doesn't make money in this situation … so we're optimistic. Certainly, we have some pain for some of our producers out there that took some significant damage. But we are optimistic on where this marketplace is and is going to be over the next couple of three months.” – Brian Bocock Topics covered include: Expectations for the 2022 Blueberry market. The value of different varieties, and the impact they may have on consumers' buying habits. The nuances in the blueberry market, and how producers can take advantage of residual increased interest in blueberries brought on by the pandemic. Crop Report The Blueberry Crop Report is an update on crop conditions and markets throughout North and South America. In this episode, you'll hear from Ken Patterson in Florida, Brandon Wade in Georgia, Neil Moore in North Carolina and Todd Sanders in California. This was recorded on May 4, 2022. Marketing Boost Food is fuel for the brain and in honor of Brain Health Month, coming up in June, USHBC is inspiring consumers to get a brain boost with blueberries! Eating fresh or frozen blueberries each day within an overall healthy diet and lifestyle is a smart choice that can support brain health. As part of our national plan to promote the benefits of blueberries, USHBC is sharing a range of informative and enticing resources, including blueberry recipes, nutritional information and health research. And our Blue Crew is rolling out original content for blueberry-loving fans throughout the month.This group of credible third-party experts includes physicians, registered dietitians, fitness professionals, and wellness and lifestyle experts who are sharing social media content and custom recipes as part of the campaign.
In this episode of “The Business of Blueberries,” host Kasey Cronquist, president of the USHBC and the North American Blueberry Council (NABC), is joined by Itai Kanot, COO and co-founder of https://www.beehero.io (BeeHero). Kanot is the son of the largest commercial beekeeper in Israel, and that background ultimately led him to co-founding BeeHero in 2017. He shares about bee health, pollination and how technology can help improve blueberry production. “We will go to a farmer and say, ‘OK, you're going to pay per acre not per hive. Because everything else that you're doing is per acre, right? You calculate the water per acre, you calculate your potassium that you put in the ground per acre and everything is per acre. So we're going to charge per acre. Now you choose how many frames of bees, not how many hives, because that doesn't mean anything. I can bring you boxes, but what's in the box? So how many frames of bees do you want per acre?'” - Itai Kanot “I know that in many places with blueberries, they are actually looking at how many brood frames are in there. And that's a pretty smart thing to do because … brood is the main reason for bees to want to bring proteins into the colony. Brood needs a lot of protein in order to develop. And protein comes from pollen. So when you have hives or colonies that are packed with brood, they have a bigger driver to go and get pollen. And so these are harder working colonies.” - Itai Kanot “It's important to be able to assess what you're getting, because pollination is such an important part of the food production process. You can do everything right, but if you got bad bees this year, your yields are going to be lower, and you'll have no idea what you've done wrong.” - Itai Kanot Topics covered include: Kanot's experience on his family's bee operation in Israel and the journey he has taken to become the largest pollination provider in the U.S. The nuances of bee populations and pollination for blueberry producers. The unique BeeHero business model and how it impacts their clients and the technologies they have access to. Crop Report The Blueberry Crop Report is an update on crop conditions and markets throughout North and South America. In this episode, you'll hear from Ken Patterson in Florida, Brandon Wade in Georgia, and Neil Moore in North Carolina. This was recorded on April 27, 2022. Marketing Boost We know it's vital to meet our audiences where they are. Last week, USHBC took that literally as we celebrated Earth Day on campus at NC State University. This served two important audiences – foodservice and consumers – to drive awareness, interest and demand for blueberries for the foodservice audience. USHBC and regional growers presented blueberry bushes to https://agroecologyeducationfarm.wordpress.ncsu.edu (NC State University's Agroecology Education Farm), a teaching farm where students learn where their food comes from. And we talked about varieties, growing practices and sustainability with students and the farm staff.
Travel with us to the USHBC Spring Forward event in Tampa with “The Business of Blueberries” host Kasey Cronquist, president of the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC) and the North American Blueberry Council (NABC). In this episode, we hear highlights from the B2B Targets Panel with Adam Croissant of Chobani, Shane Schaibly of First Watch and moderator Amy Shipley of Sterling Rice Group (SRG). Topics include: The value of blueberries to food manufacturers and consumers. How the panelists are thinking about the health and flavor properties of blueberries. How the pandemic has affected Chobani and First Watch. What might impact the blueberry industry in the future. Crop Report The Blueberry Crop Report is an update on crop conditions and markets throughout North and South America. In this episode, you'll hear from Brandon Wade in Georgia and Ken Patterson in Florida. This was recorded on April 20, 2022. Marketing Boost Although it's only April, the USHBC promotions team has been working hard to develop a host of programs and activations to engage our consumer audience throughout the month of July. This includes planning a kickoff event for the media in New York City the last week of June to start national blueberry month off with a boost. We'll promote a 31-day challenge for consumers to grab a boost of blue, and post about their love for blueberries all throughout the month of July, which in turn helps raise funds to feed kids through our partnership with https://secure.nokidhungry.org/site/Donation2;jsessionid=00000000.app20053b?idb=1602954760&df_id=20946&mfc_pref=T&20946.donation=form1&NONCE_TOKEN=E670B6BED32AB93E96C8041673DC2B50&s_subsrc=223HAFM1G&s_src=googlemain&utm_campaign=2022_brand&utm_source=google&utm_content=paid&utm_medium=search&gclid=Cj0KCQjwgYSTBhDKARIsAB8KukuXqCq6s2lb5rDHwklFdHj9gBnHD9gO8GdVfs6VJSG0bXe-ro8-Xn4aAiDBEALw_wcB (No Kid Hungry).
Brandon Wade and Dana Rosewall step Behind The Rope. Brandon, CEO and Founder of famed “sugar dating” website “Seeking”, formerly “Seeking Arrangement”, chats about starting his infamous business, the misconceptions and criticism associated with “Seeking”, and trends he has seen between mature financially successful men and women and younger attractive daters throughout the years. Brandon and Dana chat about their chance meeting on “Seeking” which has not only led Brandon to retract his statement that “love is a concept invented by poor people”, but also drop the “arrangement” from Seeking, rebrand his business - which he hired Rachel Uchitel to assist with, and propose to and now be planning a wedding to Dana. Brandon and Dana talk love - how, where, when they found it and how you can find it too!! Finally, we analyze some of Hollywood's most notorious relationships determining just how much “dating up” plays into the mix - Erika Jayne and Tom Girardi, Scott Disick and Amelia Gray / Sophia Richie, Madonna and her Dancer Boyfriend and many more! @askbrandonwade @danabrandon108 @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope Brought To You By: OUAI - www.theouai.com (15% Off Your Entire Purchase. Use Code VELVETROPE) LATHER- www.lather.com/velvet (15% Off Your Order with Code VELVET) MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode of “The Business of Blueberries,” host Kasey Cronquist, president of the USHBC and the North American Blueberry Council (NABC), is joined by Tom Avinelis, founder and managing partner at Agriculture Capital, for a discussion about the growing organic industry and the evolving standards that guide this market. “(Organic) is an industry that's grown from roughly $14 billion in total sales in 2005, up to this last year in 2021, it's forecast to be about $63 billion.That's been a rate at a 10% compounded growth annually for the last 15 years. No other industry, other than probably blueberries has seen that kind of growth over that time period. And even as we look forward to the next five to 10 years, we are still projecting a 9% year-over-year growth in the organic industry.” - Tom Avinelis Topics covered include: What attracted Avinelis to growing certified organic blueberries. The challenges of producing blueberries organically. Where the organic market is going in terms of demand and definition. What regenerative agriculture means and where it fits into the overall organic conversation. Crop Report The Blueberry Crop Report is an update on crop conditions and markets throughout North and South America. In this episode, you'll hear from Todd Sanders in California, Eric Stafne in Mississippi, Ken Patterson in Florida, and Brandon Wade in Georgia. This was recorded on April 13, 2022. Marketing Boost A picture is worth a thousand words! Studies show our brains not only process visuals faster, but retain and transmit much more information when it's delivered visually. On this week's Marketing Boost, USHBC/NABC Vice President of Marketing and Communications Jennifer Sparks discusses how the USHBC uses imagery to bring blueberry innovations to life.
In this episode of “The Business of Blueberries,” host Kasey Cronquist, president of the USHBC and the North American Blueberry Council (NABC), is joined by Bernadine Strik, professor emeritus of horticulture and a berry crop specialist and researcher at Oregon State University, for a discussion about Bernadine's storied career and where the blueberry industry is heading next. “If we look worldwide, our organic blueberry program is really the only one of its kind in the world.” - Bernadine Strik “From a marketing standpoint, we have our millennials and [generation z] very interested in anything that's related to what's better for the environment, and that includes carbon sequestration, the efficiency of fertilizer, and water use.” - Bernadine Strik Topics covered include: Bernadine's beginning in the blueberry industries. The numerous accomplishments and discoveries during her career, including the development of organic blueberry cultivation and high-density farming. The future of the blueberry industry and blueberry research, including climate resiliency and environmental sustainability. Marketing opportunities that exist in the sustainability space. Resources: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0048969716325153 ("The effects of long-term management on patterns of carbon storage in a northern highbush blueberry production system") Crop Report The Blueberry Crop Report is an update on crop conditions and markets throughout North and South America. In this episode, you'll hear from Brandon Wade in Georgia. This was recorded on April 7, 2022. Marketing Boost June is Brain Health Month! On this week's Marketing Boost, USHBC/NABC Vice President of Marketing and Communications Jennifer Sparks discusses USHBC efforts during the month, including the newly launched https://ushbc.blueberry.org/all-resources/toolkits-and-marketing-materials/grab-a-boost-of-blue/brain-health-month/ (Brain Health Month toolkit), available for free for blueberry industry members.
In this episode of “The Business of Blueberries,” host Kasey Cronquist, president of the USHBC and the North American Blueberry Council (NABC), shares some highlights from the flavor panel at Spring Forward, which featured Patricio Munoz, Ph.D., blueberry breeder at the University of Florida, and Gonzalo de Elizalde, senior director of product leadership at Driscoll's. Topics include: ● The evolution of blueberries and what led to the focus on flavor. ● Current blueberry market dynamics between price and flavor. ● Why shifting toward a focus on flavor isn't straightforward. Crop Report The Blueberry Crop Report is an update on crop conditions and markets throughout North and South America. In this episode, you'll hear from Brandon Wade in Georgia, Mario Ramírez in Mexico, and Luis Vegas in Peru. This was recorded on March 30, 2022. Marketing Boost Spring is here and peak season is around the corner (or already here) for growers in North America! On this week's Marketing Boost, USHBC/NABC Vice President of Marketing and Communications Jennifer Sparks explains why peak season is the best time to give consumers an experience, like inviting them to the farm or sharing photos and videos of fresh blueberries on social media.
Games, Brrraaains & A Head-Banging Life caught up with vocalist and guitarist Brandon Wade of alt-rock/grunge newcomers, Radicals! Check them out here: https://www.facebook.com/radicalssuck/ Website: https://gbhbl.com/ Ko-Fi (Buy us a coffee): https://ko-fi.com/gbhbl Big Cartel: https://gbhbl.bigcartel.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GBHBL Twitter: https://twitter.com/GBHBL_Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gbhbl/ Contact: gbhblofficial@gmail.com Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/gbhbl Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5A4toGR0qap5zfoR4cIIBo Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/hr/podcast/the-gbhbl-podcasts/id1350465865
Brandon Wade started Seeking Arrangement in 2006 and quickly became the most popular website of its kind. Wade discusses his journey he went through to build a successful company and obstacles he overcame. Follow is on IG--> @girlszwithgas
What leads people to pay, and accept money, for physical and emotional intimacy? Are Sugar Babies sex workers, or are they just girlfriends of rich men who get “spoiled” as part of the courtship? This week, we find out.Our Babies met their Daddies on websites and in workplaces and backyards. One was involved with a foreign film producer who took her to Cannes and the famous AMFAR Gala; another got lured into the dating-for-pay game by the founder of Seeking Arrangements himself, Brandon Wade. One had a Daddy pay off $30,000 in credit card debt; another is currently getting $5,000 a date, JUST to tie guys to beds. We even hear from a Baby who's currently engaged to her former Daddy!Whether ultimately feeling empowered or ashamed, all of our contributors admit it's an easy world to enter, and difficult to leave. Because yeah - the money, and the sex, are THAT good. (Written submissions start 9:15, audio submissions start 28:42)Follow Ali on Instagram, Twitter, & TikTok @aliweissworld.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Brandon Wade, founder of Seeking.com, joins #NoFilter with Zack Peter to pull back the curtain on sugar dating. We gab about: Rachel Uchitel's public falling out with the company Diving into the world of sugar dating (what is it, anyway?) Reality relationships like Lala Kent & Randall Emmett Advice to Erika Jayne, amid her divorce from Tom Girardi Is it possible to have a successful sugar daddy / sugar baby relationship? Order Housewives Watching Wine (in collab with Eliqs), on sale @ www.NoFilterWine.com Get access to our 'Reality TV Tea' Private Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3h0nykD Like the show? Subscribe at: https://apple.co/2DxTKe6 and listen every Wednesday. Don't forget to leave us a nice review, because you love us! Keep up the latest show happenings at @nofilterwithzack Couldn't get enough of us? Follow Zack @justplainzack on Twitter and Instagram & justplainzack.com Keep up with Zack on YouTube at www.youtube.com/justplainzack
Ronald Richards is the attorney in charge of finding assets of Erika Jayne's. Her assets might have been purchased with Tom Girardi's law firm funds. He is here to explain all the details. I also ask him about some of his other real housewife-related controversial tweets. He also explains what is going on with Real Housewives of Salt Lake City Jen Shah's case and more. Next is Brandon Wade, the president of Seeking Arrangements. He replies to my previous interview with Rachel Uchitel. He explains the evolution of the site and his current dating status, as well as their company's latest controversy. Get EXTRA Juicy Scoop at: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/juicyscoop More: https://heathermcdonald.net Sponsors: LunaBlanket.com/juicyscoop and use the code JUICY20 www.ziprecruiter.com/juicy www.sittercity.com www.betterhelp.com/heather www.swheatscoop.com to get $5 off www.erincondren.com use code JUICYSCOOP10Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/juicyscoop
Ronald Richards is the attorney in charge of finding assets of Erika Jayne's. Her assets might have been purchased with Tom Girardi's law firm funds. He is here to explain all the details. I also ask him about some of his other real housewife-related controversial tweets. He also explains what is going on with Real Housewives of Salt Lake City Jen Shah's case and more. Next is Brandon Wade, the president of Seeking Arrangements. He replies to my previous interview with Rachel Uchitel. He explains the evolution of the site and his current dating status, as well as their company's latest controversy. Get EXTRA Juicy Scoop at: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/juicyscoop More: https://heathermcdonald.net Sponsors: LunaBlanket.com/juicyscoop and use the code JUICY20 www.ziprecruiter.com/juicy www.sittercity.com www.betterhelp.com/heather www.swheatscoop.com to get $5 off www.erincondren.com use code JUICYSCOOP10 Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/juicyscoop See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What does it mean to be equally-yoked? What are some red flags to look for? What are the requirements for pursuing a single mother? What does it mean for a man to lead? Featuring: Terrance Jackson, CJ Alexander, and Brandon Wade. For more information about Limitless Faith or to learn how to be a part of the community, check us out at www.LimitlessFaith.one For booking information or prayer requests, contact us at Limitless.Faith@outlook.com If you feel led to sow a seed into the ministry, you may do so on Venmo @Limitless_Faith_Inc. May God just greatly bless you in return. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/limitless-faith/message
Tune into this epic convo with Brandon Wade, creator of Momentum WOD. Their unique programming is geared toward MMA athletes and uses kettlebells and steel maces! Stay tuned to hear Brandon's tips on posture, neck, and elbow pain! For a free week of Momentum WOD check out: https://www.momentumwod.com/join-now Check Brandon on IG @ momentumwod & Ian @iangilligan.co and don't forget to follow the kettlebell collective on IG! @kettldbell_collective produced by: Tiffany Longcor @tiffness.fitness
Brian breaks down a few interesting clips from Terrance Williams II and Hunter Dickinson in advance of Thursday's matchup at Maryland. Then, Brandon Wade, who is now eligible after sitting out a year following his transfer from Duquesne, stops by to discuss his unique journey to this program and the mental health challenges of the last 12 months (8:40), some of his memories of being a Michigan fan since birth (16:15), the importance of his parents on him as a player and person (20:15), and a breakdown of his own game and the team as a whole (24:45).
ThriveChurch and the 715, as the election gets closer, we are taking a look at what our lives look like when God is our main authority, and how we should respond to authority in our lives. Join us Today we are talking about God's authority and looking at the stories of people who challenged God's authority. Make sure to share with your friends and family and we hope that you will join us next week, in person or online at 8:30 A.M and 10:30 A.M. We believe this series is going to be life changing. Check out our website: www.thrive715.com Check out our Instagram: www.instagram.com/thrive.715 Find our podcast on Spotify, Google Podcast and Apple Podcast: ThriveChurchwi
On this episode, we talk with Pay It Forward Podcast host Brandon Wade about overcoming the loss of his father and discovering his identity as a young man growing up in the inner city, now without his father. Dealing with Self-discovery, self-realization and finding out who he really is. Join us for the conversation. instagram @twostepsaheadpodcast @eidemrocks @tarahokeschiro @payitforward
Brandon Wade created Pay It Forward to have a platform that speaks positivity into the world. But in realizing through the loss of his father that there was more to be said, he began the journey of seeking what it means to be truly authentic. More From Brandon Wade: Listen to the podcast Pay It Forward Radio Support his show here Instagram: @Payitforwardradio Check out the Non-Religious Prayer Line, 10pm to 11pm Monday to Friday and Sunday morning at 11am pacific / 2 pm eastern. Meeting ID: 795 3471 7147 Meeting Password: 9rDMde For more support, join our Facebook Group designated to this podcast also called Be Bold Begin. Stay safe and healthy out there. We’re going to get through this together. Don’t forget to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts so as not to miss an episode. Due to the unusual circumstances our release schedule will not be set to a specific day currently, so the best way to ensure you get all the new episodes is by subscribing. *Sharing this podcast with another person is a great way to help someone who is feeling overwhelm, anxiety, or fear right now. You can also follow me on Instagram @thebarsi or on Twitter @cbarsi1 for more positivity and podcast goings-ons. Visit our company website www.avanthausmedia.com or www.ahmcreate.com to create your login to get your FREE Podcasting From Abundance Course that includes lots of worksheets to accompany the exercises. This course also comes with a private Facebook Group for more support. I'll see you on the other side.
In this episode, Brandon Wade is joined by fellow Linklater aficionado Dr JP Kelly, who is a published lecturer in Film and Television in the Department of Media Arts at Royal Holloway (see johnpaulkelly.co.uk for more on JP). Join them on a journey through Linklater's work and associated style which straddles the line between documentary realism and coming-of-age drama.
Co-hosts Matthew McGuinness and Brandon Wade discuss M Night Shyamalan's divisive movie The Village, and shine a light on the working relationship between the director and his cinematographer Roger Deakins and how their different styles contributed to the end result. The notion of the twist ending is examined alongside how the sound design and score shaped the film.
Tim McCormick interviews former Michigan center Moritz Wagner about the strong start to his NBA career,his memorable run in Ann Arbor, little brother Franz following in his footsteps, and more. Plus, Tim and host Sam Webb preview Sunday's match up with Michigan State, discuss the addition of transfer Brandon Wade, and give their respective versions of the Wolverines' all-decade team. Hosts: Tim McCormick and Sam Webb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tim McCormick interviews former Michigan center Moritz Wagner about the strong start to his NBA career,his memorable run in Ann Arbor, little brother Franz following in his footsteps, and more. Plus, Tim and host Sam Webb preview Sunday's match up with Michigan State, discuss the addition of transfer Brandon Wade, and give their respective versions of the Wolverines' all-decade team. Hosts: Tim McCormick and Sam Webb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hip Hop, RnB, Reggaeton (clean edits)
In this episode co-hosts Brandon Wade and Matt McGuinness get deep into The Fountain by Darren Aronofsky and unlock its secrets in telling an epic tale of adventure and fantasy, using the great Orion Nebula as our guide.
In the inaugural episode we discuss Michel Gondry's Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind and attempt to untangle its intricate portrayal of romantic memories through discussions of its aesthetic and sound design. Featuring co-hosts Matthew McGuinness and Brandon Wade.
We all live in our own bubbles! There are all these other worlds that we are utterly unaware of. I was reminded of the fact by Brandon Wade, this “online dating entrepreneur” who has created a lot of niche dating sites that are basically all about sugar daddy setups... And he did it to solve his own problem
Episode #5 is packed with amazing knowledge and jewels dropped by Brandon Wade. He gives advise on how to treat your team, how to use all of your resources before spending money, and how he created his organization. When you listen to this episode, you want to get pen and paper out because he gives all the tips and tricks.
Annie Lobert, Brandon Wade, Cory Graff, Tom Kizzia, Jerry Yellin, Rachel Reed, Harlow Giles Unger
As university tuition fees rise and rise, young female students are flocking onto online sugar dating platforms to find wealthy older men who can foot the bill. But where is the line between sugar babies and escorts - or indeed prostitution?Manuela Saragosa speaks to the founder of one such dating platform. Brandon Wade is founder and chief executive of seeking.com, which claims 10 million members worldwide. And she asks Kavita Nayar, who is researching computer-mediated intimacy and erotic labour at the University of Massachusetts-Amherst, whether these young women are being exploited, or liberated.Producer: Laurence Knight(Picture: Young woman with an older man bearing a gift; Credit: Stockbyte/Getty Images)
The Internet has made it easier than ever for young women (sugar babies) to make arrangements with older, wealthier men (sugar daddies. Why is this arrangement on the rise and what’s the line between escort and sugar baby? To find out, hosts Noah Michelson and Carina Kolodny speak with Christian Grov, a sociologist; Karley Sciortino and Parinda Wanitwat who are documenting the sugar dating lifestyle; Brandon Wade, the founder and ceo of multiple websites that cater to sugar babies and daddies and Tess Wood, who's an actual sugar baby. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
The birth of the internet cracked the dating world wide open. Now we talk with experts with new takes on this very old game. Would you pay for a date? What about "speed dating?" Guests: Brandon Wade (owner of WhatsYourPrice.com); Naveed Nadir, founder of Hitch.me, a dating service for LinkedIn professionals only; Brian Shachter (founder of HowAboutWe.com); Adele Testani (co-founder of speed dating site hurrydate.com); and dating coach Alex Giassa (founder of The PRFCT Gentleman).