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  • 1VALET NAMES DEMETRIOS BARNES CEO

    1VALET NAMES DEMETRIOS BARNES CEO

    Leadership Transition Positions 1VALET to Scale Its Unified Smart Building Operating System Across North America

    OTTAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA, February 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — 1VALET Corp., a leader in smart building operating systems and video intercoms, today announced the appointment of Demetrios Barnes as Chief Executive Officer, effective today.

    Barnes brings deep operational, go-to-market, and capital markets experience to 1VALET. Most recently, he served as Chief Operating Officer of SmartRent, where he helped scale the business into a global proptech platform and supported its transition to a publicly traded company. His career spans high-growth startups and scaled operating environments, with a consistent focus on execution, customer outcomes, and disciplined growth across hardware, software, and services.

    As part of this leadership evolution, Jean-Pierre Poulin, founder of 1VALET, will transition to the role of Executive Chairman. In this capacity, Poulin will step back from day-to-day operations and focus on Board leadership, strategic guidance, and key external relationships, while continuing to support the Company’s long-term vision.

    Since founding 1VALET, Poulin has built one of the industry’s most comprehensive smart building platforms—grounded in firsthand experience as an owner and operator. Under his leadership, 1VALET established a strong reputation for reliability, deep hardware-software integration, and a customer-first approach that has resonated with developers, asset managers, and operators across North America.

    “Demetrios is a proven operator with deep credibility across the real estate and proptech ecosystems,” said Jean-Pierre Poulin, Executive Chairman of 1VALET. “The Board believes this transition positions 1VALET to execute with greater focus and scale, while preserving the strong foundation, culture, and customer trust we have built over the years.”

    “The real estate industry is ready for a smarter, more complete approach to building technology,” said Barnes. “Jean-Pierre built 1VALET with a clear vision rooted in real-world operational experience, and that foundation is evident in both the product and the culture. What excites me most is the strength of the platform and the team behind it.”

    Barnes also highlighted the role of 1VALET’s technology leadership in shaping that platform. “The work Hanna and the engineering organization have delivered is exceptional,” Barnes added. “They’ve built an enterprise-grade, deeply integrated system that reflects how buildings actually operate. I’m excited to partner closely with Hanna as we continue to scale the product and push the boundaries of what a smart building platform can be.”
    Barnes pointed to a broader inflection point in the proptech industry. “There is a growing gap in our space: products that don’t work well together, companies losing focus, prioritizing profits over partnerships, and app fatigue that’s creating real dissatisfaction among the operators and residents we’re supposed to serve,” Barnes said. “Partners are being forgotten. At 1VALET, a company built by operators for operators, we believe proptech is about partnerships, trust, and being relentlessly great at what you do. That’s where my focus is. Full stop.”

    Under Barnes’ leadership, 1VALET will focus on accelerating its position as the most complete smart building platform in the market, bringing together access control, video intercoms, IoT, resident experience, and building operations into a single, unified system. The Company will prioritize disciplined growth across North America while advancing a measured international expansion strategy rooted in strong local partnerships, regulatory alignment, and operational readiness.

    “As a former asset manager myself, I know the pressure teams face to deliver better resident experiences while managing complexity behind the scenes,” Barnes said. “Our mission is simple: make buildings work better for everyone. By combining best-in-class technology with a relentless focus on execution, we believe 1VALET is uniquely positioned to define the future of smart communities.”

    About 1VALET

    1VALET is a leading smart building operating system designed to connect residents, property teams, and building infrastructure through a single, unified platform. By integrating access control, video intercoms, IoT devices, and a powerful resident app into one web-based dashboard, 1VALET helps owners and operators enhance resident engagement, improve operational efficiency, increase NOI, and create safer, smarter communities. To learn more, visit 1VALET.com.

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  • Jitsu Boosts West Coast Last-Mile Connectivity With New Reno Hub

    Jitsu Boosts West Coast Last-Mile Connectivity With New Reno Hub

    The last-mile solution’s Reno, Nev. facility offers shippers full connectivity up and down the West Coast and adds half a million residents to Jitsu’s coverage.

    By expanding into Reno, we’re not just adding ZIP codes—we’re strengthening the connective tissue of our West Coast operations.”
    — Adam Bryant

    RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Jitsu, a tech-enabled last-mile delivery solution, today announced the launch of its new regional hub in Reno, Nevada, further expanding its West Coast footprint and strengthening its regional delivery network.

    This new facility connects Jitsu’s entire West Coast network, allows shippers to reach more than 72% of the West Coast population, and enables convenient and rapid connectivity from San Diego to Seattle, and nearly every market in between.

    While Reno primarily acts as a regional hub connecting the West Coast network, Jitsu will also provide last-mile delivery service for the half a million residents in the surrounding Northwest Nevada region. The added infrastructure supports both regional and multi-market brands seeking a streamlined, high-performance alternative to legacy carriers.

    “Reno is a critical addition to our West Coast network,” said Adam Bryant, CEO of Jitsu. “As shippers look for more control, visibility, and reliability in the final mile, density and network design matter. By expanding into Reno, we’re not just adding ZIP codes—we’re strengthening the connective tissue of our West Coast operations. This launch brings us closer to our goal of being the most dependable and scalable last-mile partner across the region.”

    The Reno facility is powered by Jitsu’s purpose-built technology platform, which enables real-time visibility, intelligent routing, and proactive performance management. Brands leveraging Jitsu’s network benefit from high on-time delivery rates, responsive client support teams, and a flexible operating model designed to adapt to evolving consumer expectations.

    The expansion reflects Jitsu’s continued investment in high-growth markets and its commitment to building dense, reliable regional networks that help brands deliver on their promises to customers.

    For more information about Jitsu’s West Coast coverage or to explore partnership opportunities, visit www.gojitsu.com.

    About Jitsu
    Jitsu is a technology-driven last-mile delivery solution built for modern ecommerce brands. We help retailers, shippers, and direct-to-consumer companies deliver on their brand promise at the doorstep. Powered by a purpose-built platform and real-time operational visibility, Jitsu enables shippers to improve first delivery attempt success, reduce claims, and drive consistent, on-time performance across dense urban markets. With coverage in the markets that matter most and a 99%+ on-time delivery rate, Jitsu gives brands greater control over their final mile, strengthening connectivity, reliability, and delivery quality at scale.

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  • Precision Epigenomics and AZOVA Health Forge Strategic Alliance to Accelerate Access to Cancer Early Detection Test

    Precision Epigenomics and AZOVA Health Forge Strategic Alliance to Accelerate Access to Cancer Early Detection Test

    The partnership will accelerate nationwide access to the EPISEEK® Multi-Cancer Early Detection Test

    Adding the EPISEEK-MCED test expands our preventive-care portfolio and offers our partners a powerful new screening tool.”
    — Cheryl Lee Eberting, M.D.

    PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Precision Epigenomics Inc., a biotechnology company pioneering epigenetic technologies for early cancer detection, today announced that it has entered a strategic collaboration with AZOVA Health, a nationally scaled digital health platform serving employers, provider networks, and health systems across the United States.

    This partnership enables the nationwide availability of the EPISEEK® Multi-Cancer Early Detection (MCED) blood test through AZOVA’s comprehensive digital health ecosystem, which integrates test ordering, sample logistics, results distribution, and patient engagement. The collaboration is expected to significantly accelerate market penetration, expand commercial distribution channels, and create new revenue opportunities across employer wellness, enterprise screening programs, and clinical networks.

    “The agreement with AZOVA enables increased access to the EPISEEK-MCED test, through a secure digital platform. This capability expands availability beyond traditional clinical and employer channels, supporting a more accessible and consumer-driven approach to early cancer detection.” said Mark Nelson, Ph.D., CEO of Precision Epigenomics.

    The partnership positions Precision Epigenomics to: 1) Scale commercialization through AZOVA’s high-traffic digital health marketplace; 2) Increase test adoption by integrating EPISEEK-MCED directly into employer and provider workflows, 3) Strengthen recurring revenue potential through enterprise screening programs, and 4) Expand data generation to support future product development and evidence-generation strategies.

    Cheryl Lee Eberting, M.D., CEO of AZOVA Health, highlighted the synergistic alignment, as AZOVA’s mission is to deliver broad access to advanced diagnostics through an interoperable and efficient digital health infrastructure. “Adding the EPISEEK-MCED test expands our preventive-care portfolio and offers our partners a powerful new screening tool. We look forward to supporting Precision Epigenomics in driving adoption across key markets.”

    About Precision Epigenomics Inc.
    Precision Epigenomics is an emerging leader in biofluid-based diagnostics focused on early cancer detection. Its flagship product, EPISEEK-MCED, analyzes DNA methylation biomarkers to detect signatures associated with multiple cancer types. The company is committed to delivering science-driven innovations that support earlier detection and improved patient outcomes.

    About AZOVA Health
    AZOVA Health is an integrated digital health platform connecting providers, employers, health plans, and patients through secure telehealth, nationwide diagnostics, and coordinated care pathways. AZOVA’s infrastructure enables scalable delivery of advanced testing and preventive health solutions across enterprise and clinical environments.

    Regulatory and Forward-Looking Statements Disclaimer
    This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of applicable securities laws. These statements include, but are not limited to, expectations regarding commercial expansion, market adoption, revenue growth, product performance, and the anticipated benefits of the collaboration between Precision Epigenomics Inc. and AZOVA Health. Forward-looking statements are based on current assumptions and are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied. These risks include, among others, market adoption rates, regulatory developments, competitive pressures, operational challenges, and economic conditions.

    The EPISEEK-MCED test is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease and should be used in conjunction with other clinical evaluations. Statements regarding clinical utility, performance, or outcomes have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration unless otherwise stated. Precision Epigenomics undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements except as required by law.

    For Precision Epigenomics:
    Jannalee Johnson, Director of Sales and Business Development
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    Phone: (520) 372-7522
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    For AZOVA Health:
    Alexander Hume, CFO
    Email: alexanderhume@azovahealth.com
    Phone: (801)404-8688
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  • Rocky Duval to Present MELZITA Immersive Album Release Concert at EdgeCut Arts in NYC Feb. 21

    Rocky Duval to Present MELZITA Immersive Album Release Concert at EdgeCut Arts in NYC Feb. 21

    NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Rocky Duval is pleased to announce she will present an immersive album release concert for MELZITA on February 21, 2026, at EdgeCut Arts (457 Broome St., New York, NY; enter through FILD). The event begins at 7:00 p.m., with tickets offered as a $25 suggested donation. The program is designed as a hybrid listening-and-live performance experience, pairing focused playback moments with live performance to highlight the album’s musical detail, text, and sound design.

    At its core, MELZITA is a new interpretation of music connected to St. Hildegard of Bingen, developed by New York–based mezzo-soprano Rocky Duval and engineer/producer Andrea Roberts. The seven-track album includes three works drawn from Hildegard’s repertoire alongside four original compositions by Duval written in Lingua Ignota, Hildegard’s “unknown” language. Created as a bridge between medieval composition and contemporary aesthetics, the album moves between stark, voice-forward textures and modern production approaches that expand the emotional and sonic palette of the source material.

    Duval and Roberts, friends since childhood, conceived the project as a cohesive listening journey from very old to very new sounds. Some tracks build a drone bed using only voices or violin, while others introduce layered, contemporary elements. While Hildegard’s work has been approached through many interpretive lenses over the decades, MELZITA is positioned as an album-length exploration of continuity, connecting chant tradition, original poetry, and current sound design practices without treating the historical material as museum-piece repertoire.

    A central aspect of the project is its use of Lingua Ignota as an active writing tool. Drawing from the historical vocabulary list, Duval formed four poems, “Aieganz (Angels),” “O Liuionz (O Savior),” “Cauiz, Harizima, Ziuienz (Crickets, Saints of the Fields),” and “Ispariz (Spirit),” and composed new works from these texts. “O Liuionz” is written as a stylistic pastiche of Hildegard’s compositional language, while the other new pieces lean toward modern folk or contemporary choral writing, again emphasizing the album’s connective aim.

    The title MELZITA means “honey,” referencing Hildegard’s legacy as a naturalist and healer while also serving as an artistic reminder to prioritize softness, clarity, and care across the album’s musical choices.

    “This concert is built to let audiences hear the album as a complete world and then experience it live, in the room,” says Rocky Duval. “Hildegard’s music can feel both ancient and immediate. With MELZITA, we wanted to honor that duality; bridging chant, poetry, and sound design, and giving Lingua Ignota the chance to be heard as language, not only as history.”

    The album features Rocky Duval (vocals), with compositions by Hildegard of Bingen and Rocky Duval, arrangements by Rocky Duval and Andrea Roberts, engineering and production by Andrea Roberts, violin by Lily Lyons, keyboards by Andrea Roberts, and mastering by Jett Galindo.

    Media and community members interested in covering the event, the album release, or Duval’s work in early music and contemporary performance may request additional materials and interview availability using the contact information below.

    For more information about Rocky Duval, please visit https://rockyduval.com/.

    About Rocky Duval

    Rocky Duval is a New York–based mezzo-soprano, performance poet, and writer specializing in baroque and contemporary classical music. Performing professionally since age 11, Duval has appeared across opera, concert, stage, off-Broadway, and televised platforms, and has performed with organizations including The Metropolitan Opera Guild, The Glimmerglass Festival, Festival Bach Montreal, the Colorado Music Festival, the Seattle Symphony, Opera Steamboat, Tafelmusik Baroque Summer Institute, and Amherst Early Music. Her debut album of baroque arias, Treacherous Fate, and the accompanying “Dido’s Lament” music video were described as “absolutely beautiful, vocally and visually,” and she won first prize in Japan’s Ise-Shima singing competition (2022). Duval’s original play Hildegard, Reborn premiered to a sold-out house at Lincoln Center in 2024 with sponsorship from the NYPL Library for the Performing Arts, featuring her arrangements and new compositions inspired by Hildegard’s texts.

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  • Mavis Tires & Brakes Opens New State-of-the-Art Katy, Texas Location

    Mavis Tires & Brakes Opens New State-of-the-Art Katy, Texas Location

    This is the brand’s newest location in the greater Houston area, extending Mavis’s convenient and dependable service in Texas.

    KATY, TX, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Mavis Tires and Brakes, a leading automotive service and tire retailer, is excited to announce the opening of its new Katy, Texas location at 3148 Katy Hockley Cut Off Rd., Katy, TX 77493. This is the brand’s newest location in the greater Houston area, extending Mavis’s convenient and dependable service in Texas.

    The new Mavis Tires store at 3148 Katy Hockley Cut Off Road offers a wide selection of tires from all of the top brands along with a full line of Mavis products to meet the automotive needs of Katy-area residents. Beyond tires, the certified technicians at the new location provide a full suite of automotive maintenance and repair services, including:

    • Brake service
    • Wheel alignments
    • Tire repair and rotation
    • Battery testing and replacement
    • Suspension and steering
    • And so much more

    With convenient hours, competitive pricing, and fast, friendly service, the new Mavis Tires location in Katy, Texas is dedicated to keeping drivers safely on the road and vehicles operating at peak performance. New customers can receive discounts like $35 off a wheel alignment, up to $140 off a front and rear brake service, and more through December 31st.

    Visit the new Mavis Tires and Brakes in Katy today to experience the Mavis difference and keep your car performing at its best! Dependable people depend on Mavis.

    ABOUT MAVIS TIRE EXPRESS SERVICES CORP.
    Mavis Tire Express Services Corp. (“Mavis”) is one of North America’s largest independent tire and vehicle service providers, with a rapidly growing footprint of more than 3,500 owned and franchised retail locations across the U.S. and Canada. Headquartered and based in White Plains, New York, Mavis delivers expert automotive care – including tires and brakes, oil changes, inspections, and auto repair – through a family of trusted brands.

    Mavis owns and operates a portfolio of auto service center brands including Mavis Discount Tire, Mavis Tires & Brakes, Midas, Express Oil Change & Tire Engineers, Brakes Plus, Tire Kingdom, NTB (National Tire & Battery), Town Fair Tire, and Tuffy. Together, these brands serve millions of drivers each year, with a commitment to dependability, safety, convenience, and value. For more information about Mavis or our family of automotive brands, visit www.mavis.com.


    Original article: https://www.mavis.com/news/mavis-new-store-opening-katy-texas/

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  • Consolidus Closes 2025 with Continued Accelerated Growth as Public Institutions Consolidate Branded Purchasing

    Consolidus Closes 2025 with Continued Accelerated Growth as Public Institutions Consolidate Branded Purchasing

    With strong growth in each quarter, the branded solutions leader added a record number of new clients as the industry had its weakest year since the pandemic.

    That 230% increase tells me that more institutions are recognizing this is as no longer a ‘nice-to-have,’ but how modern procurement should work.”
    — Jeffrey Jones

    AKRON, OH, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Consolidus, the leading solution to consolidate, govern, and automate institutional branded purchasing for public sector agencies, today announced continued accelerated growth through the second half of 2025, closing the year with strong momentum despite ongoing macroeconomic volatility and tariff-related uncertainty that weighed on the broader industry.

    Building on a record-setting first half, the company maintained double-digit, year-over-year growth through Q3 and Q4 as universities, local governments increasingly turned to Consolidus to centralize and streamline branded merchandise purchasing.

    New contract bookings in higher education and government increased 230% year-over-year in 2025. This sharp acceleration reflects growing institutional demand for a more structured, technology-centered approach to managing branded merchandise purchases at scale.

    Notable new higher education partnerships signed in the second half include:

    * University of South Florida

    * University of Michigan

    * North Carolina State University

    * Auburn University

    Consolidus also recorded a milestone year in local government expansion, adding a record number of new counties and cities nationwide.

    Growth Against Industry Headwinds

    The company’s full-year results for growth in 2025 are especially notable given the challenges facing the broader promotional products industry. According to ASI Research, U.S. promotional products sales declined for the first two quarters of 2025, the first back-to-back quarterly drops since the COVID-19 pandemic, with a single-digit rebound in the second half of the year. Companies serving the education sector were hit hardest due to budget pressures and tariff uncertainty.

    Yet Consolidus, whose primary market includes higher education, consistently accelerated through those same headwinds.

    “Our 2025 results speak to something that goes beyond a good sales year,” said Jeffrey Jones, Founder and CEO of Consolidus. “When the rest of the industry is contracting in this environment where institutions are under more scrutiny than ever to manage spend responsibly, organizations don’t stop buying branded merchandise – they just look for a smarter way to do it. That’s exactly what Consolidus provides, and we are proud to help them do so more efficiently.

    “Our clients can now consolidate their spend, automate time-consuming processes, get data visibility they didn’t have before, and protect their brand equity in the process. That 230% increase tells me that more institutions are recognizing this is as no longer a ‘nice-to-have,’ but how modern procurement should work.”

    Looking Ahead

    As public-sector organizations continue to modernize procurement practices, Consolidus remains focused on delivering integrated technology, quality products, access to co-op purchasing, and high-touch account support, all tailored to the unique needs and complexity of higher education and government organizations.

    “I’m incredibly proud of our team for what they’ve accomplished this year,” said Jones. “And I’m grateful to our clients who continue to push us to be better. Whether it’s a huge research university or a smaller HBCU, every institution we work with deserves a smarter way to manage branded purchasing, helping their organizations make a lasting impression. That’s what gets us excited about the work we do each day.”

    Learn more at www.consolidus.com. If you are a procurement leader and would like more information about Consolidus solutions or its cooperative contract partners, contact Todd Fitzwater at todd.f@consolidus.com.

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    About Consolidus

    Consolidus is redefining the way leading universities, schools, non-profits, and government offices purchase promotional products and custom-branded merchandise. If you can put a logo on it, Consolidus can help you get it on time, in bulk, and at significant savings. From the basics like pens and tee shirts, to unique promo giveaways, gifts and gear, each customer is supported by a dedicated US-based account management team to help simplify the order process and efficiently manage high-volume demands. For procurement and brand licensing professionals, Consolidus technology is an absolute gamechanger. Get in touch to learn more at info@consolidus.com.

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  • Front Office 360 Launches NIL & Cap Platform for Collegiate Athletics, Built by Pro Sports Industry Veterans

    Front Office 360 Launches NIL & Cap Platform for Collegiate Athletics, Built by Pro Sports Industry Veterans

    Developed with NFL front office expertise, Front Office 360 brings structure, valuation, and cap strategy tools to collegiate NIL and revenue-share
    management

    NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Front Office 360, powered by RockDaisy, is a cap management software platform purpose-built for collegiate athletic programs, bringing professional front office structure and discipline to the rapidly evolving Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) and revenue-share landscape—across all sports.

    Led by longtime NFL executive Cliff Stein, Front Office 360 applies proven professional cap and contract management practices to college athletics at a time when institutions are being asked to manage athlete compensation with increasing complexity and accountability. During his 22 years with the Chicago Bears, Stein served as salary cap manager and contract negotiator, overseeing more than $3 billion in player contracts. While advising multiple Power Four universities on NIL and revenue-share strategies, Stein identified a growing gap: athletic departments were being asked to operate more like professional front offices without the tools or infrastructure to manage budgets, valuations and negotiations efficiently.

    Front Office 360 is currently in use by multiple Power 4 conference programs and is available to athletic departments seeking professional-grade tools to manage athlete compensation responsibly in the evolving collegiate landscape.

    “The new NIL and revenue-share landscape involves athlete valuation, contract administration and negotiations that have never been a part of college athletics,” said Stein. “Using the professional sports front office model, Front Office 360 was built to bring structure, discipline and clarity to that process.”

    Sports law attorney Matt Kelly, who has worked closely with collegiate athletic departments for more than 12 years, played an instrumental role in shaping the platform’s vision. “Institutional NIL payments have fundamentally changed the decision-making environment for athletic departments,” said Kelly. “Schools must now balance competitive pressures with budget, compliance and long-term planning. Front Office 360 provides a framework for consistency, transparency and accountability.”

    To bring Front Office 360 to life, Stein partnered with RockDaisy, LLC, led by Chris Tanck and Elvis Pereymer. Tanck and Pereymer spent more than 17 years at the National Football League, where they helped design and build the league’s Football Information System (FIS)—the salary cap and contract reporting database used by all 32 NFL teams. “We’ve spent years building the systems professional front offices rely on every day,” said Tanck. “Front Office 360 applies that same technical foundation to college athletics, helping programs move beyond spreadsheets into a modern, scalable cap and contract management platform.”

    With institutional dollars now being committed directly to student-athletes, athletic departments are being asked to manage compensation across all sports with increasing discipline and accountability.

    Industry Adoption

    “In anticipation of the House settlement, it was critical that we identify an innovative solution to oversee cap management and athlete compensation across all sports. Front Office 360, combined with the industry expertise behind the platform, allowed us to quickly build cap models, assess athlete value based on evaluation, and position ourselves effectively for retention and transfer portal decision-making.” – Marcus Sedberry, GM for Wisconsin Football

    “As we navigated the NIL landscape, we began adopting practices from the professional sports model. Front Office 360, along with the industry expertise behind the platform, helped us create a cap management strategy that allows player evaluation to drive valuation and provides a framework for measuring the return on investment of each contract.” – Jordan Sorrells, GM of Football, Clemson University

    “We reviewed the vendor landscape and quickly concluded that Front Office 360 provides the tools necessary to manage and oversee revenue-share and NIL compensation across all sports. The platform offers the structure and visibility needed to support informed decision-making in a rapidly evolving environment.” – Mitchell Moorer, Michigan State University

    “As a former NFL head coach, I have firsthand experience with how professional teams manage the salary cap. Front Office 360 delivers not only the tools required for effective cap management, but also the industry expertise necessary to apply those tools at a high level.” – Ron Rivera, GM of California Football

    Key Features in Phase 1
    • Allocate: Budget allocations across sports
    • Valuation: Evaluation-driven compensation
    • Build: Profiles and cap modeling
    • Negotiate: Contract workflows
    • Cash Flow: Real-time

    Built by industry professionals, Front Office 360 reflects real-world collegiate front office workflows and was recently featured in Sports Business Journal. Learn more at FrontOffice360.com.

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  • Lucky Pikinini Builds Growing Steam Catalog of Story-Driven Action Games, Led by New 2026 Release

    Lucky Pikinini Builds Growing Steam Catalog of Story-Driven Action Games, Led by New 2026 Release

    LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Independent PC game developer Lucky Tlhalerwa, known publicly as Lucky Pikinini, is pleased to announce its expansion of a multi-year catalog of story-driven action titles released for worldwide audiences on Steam. Since beginning game development in 2017, the developer has published six games and remains focused on creating large-scale action experiences designed for players who value narrative progression, varied mechanics, and long-term updates.

    Recently, the developer’s latest release, IMS Intelligence Corp, launched worldwide on January 26, 2026. Positioned as a large-scale third-person and first-person storytelling action game for Microsoft Windows PC, the title reflects a long development arc intended to deliver a more expansive experience within the broader Super Incursion / IMS universe. The project also reinforces a franchise-building approach, with multiple installments designed to expand characters, lore, and gameplay systems over time.

    According to developers, the key theme across Lucky Pikinini’s work is a commitment to single-player storytelling at a time when much of the market leans heavily toward multiplayer-first design. Rather than narrowing the experience to one combat style, the developer emphasizes layered gameplay that allows players to approach fights in different ways. Certain titles combine multiple mechanics, such as ranged combat, melee options, explosive tools, crafting systems, and hand-to-hand techniques, so encounters can play out with meaningful variety based on player choice.

    Furthermore, the catalog also includes survival gameplay alongside story-driven content. With survival modes less commonly treated as core features in many recent action releases, Lucky Pikinini positions this format as an additional pillar of replayability, giving players alternative challenges beyond the main narrative arc.

    “Story-driven action games still matter, especially when players can experiment with different mechanics and strategies instead of being pushed into one repetitive loop,” says Lucky Pikinini. “My goal is to keep raising quality with each release, such as better graphics, stronger gameplay, fewer bugs, and storytelling that feels worth the time – all while continuing to support games with updates after launch.”

    In addition to game development, the creator is also a comic artist and has published six comic books, with several game concepts described as adaptations of original comic worlds into playable PC experiences. Looking ahead, the developer plans to continue expanding existing franchises while introducing new ones. One upcoming franchise concept, the Earth Lightning Force series, is described as a story-driven action saga centered on a super-powered soldier named Cadmiss McCurdy, with a first release targeted for a late 2026 or early 2027 window.

    Lucky Pikinini’s games have collectively sold more than 30,000 copies, and the catalog is expected to continue growing as new installments and franchises are introduced.

    For more information, or to download, please visit https://store.steampowered.com/app/4268120/Lucky_Pikinini__IMS_Intelligence_Corp/.

    About Lucky Pikinini

    Lucky Pikinini is an independent PC game developer and comic creator known for story-driven action titles released on Steam. Active since 2017, the developer has published six games and focuses on large-scale single-player experiences that combine multiple gameplay mechanics, survival elements, and ongoing post-launch updates to support long-term player experience.

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  • Censinet to Announce Findings from The 2026 Healthcare Cybersecurity Benchmarking Study, and New AI Products at ViVE 26

    Censinet to Announce Findings from The 2026 Healthcare Cybersecurity Benchmarking Study, and New AI Products at ViVE 26

    Research explores cybersecurity maturity, AI governance, shadow AI, agentic adoption, rural health systems, and AI risk ownership across the health industry.

    The Healthcare Cybersecurity Benchmarking Study continues to be one of the key tools available to healthcare organizations navigating an increasingly complex threat landscape.”
    — John Riggi, National Advisor for Cybersecurity and Risk, the AHA

    BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Censinet, the leading provider of healthcare risk management solutions, will announce at ViVE 2026 findings from The 2026 Healthcare Cybersecurity Benchmarking Study, the industry’s most comprehensive peer benchmarking initiative, as well as expanded AI governance and risk management products designed to close critical gaps in AI inventory, oversight, and accountability across the health sector. Censinet executives and customers will be available at Booth #920 in South Hall, February 22–25 at ViVE 2026 at the Los Angeles Convention Center in Los Angeles, CA, to discuss the 2026 Benchmarking Study and deliver live demonstrations of all new products. In addition, Censinet will present key findings from the 2026 Benchmarking Study live on Tuesday, February 24, from 1:35–1:55 PM PST in Data Innovation, Theatre C.

    “Healthcare has built the governance scaffolding for AI, but this year’s Benchmarking Study reveals that the operational muscle, including inventory and asset management, detection methods, and clear accountability, is not keeping pace with adoption,” said Ed Gaudet, CEO and Founder of Censinet. “With 64% of healthcare organizations already experimenting with or actively deploying agentic AI, and only 30% maintaining an enterprise-wide AI inventory, the gap between AI ambition and AI governance is widening. Censinet is committed to helping the industry close that gap with solutions that move organizations from structure to execution.”

    The 2026 Healthcare Cybersecurity Benchmarking Study

    Roelf Kuitse, Senior Director of Customer Experience and Success at Censinet, will be joined by special guest Brian Sterud, VP and CIO at Faith Regional Health Services, to present findings and insights from the 2026 Benchmarking Study on Tuesday, February 24, from 1:35–1:55 PM PST in Data Innovation, Theatre C.

    “Rural health systems face the same cyber threats and the same pressure to adopt AI as the largest health systems in the country—but we don’t have the same budgets or the same bench depth,” said Brian Sterud, VP and CIO at Faith Regional Health Services. “The Benchmarking Study gives organizations like Faith Regional something we can’t build on our own: a clear picture of where we stand relative to our peers and a roadmap for where we need to invest. This year’s findings on the AI governance gap are a wake-up call—not just for rural systems, but for the entire industry. If we’re going to adopt AI responsibly, we need the kind of peer-driven insights this study delivers to help us prioritize with confidence, not just react to the next headline.”

    With a range of healthcare organizations participating in the 2026 Healthcare Cybersecurity Benchmarking Study, this year’s findings expand upon the comprehensive set of benchmarks established in the landmark 2023, 2024, and 2025 studies with enterprise assessments and peer benchmarks for the NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0 (CSF 2.0), the Healthcare and Public Health Cybersecurity Performance Goals (HPH CPGs), and the NIST AI Risk Management Framework (RMF). Like previous years, the 2026 Study also includes benchmarks for the 405(d) Health Industry Cybersecurity Practices (HICP) as well as key organizational and cybersecurity program metrics. The 2026 Healthcare Cybersecurity Benchmarking Study is delivered in partnership with American Hospital Association (AHA), Censinet, Health-ISAC, Health Sector Coordinating Council (HSCC), the Scottsdale Institute (SI), and The University of Texas at Austin.

    This year’s study surfaces critical insights across cybersecurity maturity and AI governance readiness, including:

    • Healthcare cybersecurity maturity remains strongest in response but weaker in prevention. Organizations have strengthened their ability to respond to cybersecurity incidents, but foundational preventative practices, governance, asset management, and supply chain preparedness, continue to lag behind.
    • AI governance committees are widespread, but formal controls are not. While 70% of organizations have established AI governance committees, only 30% maintain an enterprise-wide AI inventory. Governance structures exist, but operational execution is trailing.
    • The shadow AI problem is escalating. Over half of organizations have no documented methodology for detecting when vendors embed AI capabilities into existing products, creating a growing blind spot that committees and approval gates alone cannot address.
    • Agentic AI adoption is accelerating ahead of governance. 64% of organizations are either experimenting with or actively using agentic AI in production, with only 8% drawing a hard line against it. Among organizations reporting that AI adoption is moving faster than desired, more than half cite better formal governance procedures as their top need.
    • Organizations developing AI in-house are better positioned to manage AI risk. Organizations that develop AI systems, train models, or integrate AI technologies through APIs show significantly higher coverage in the Map and Measure functions of the NIST AI RMF, likely because AI development and integration activities require deeper engagement with model evaluation, validation, and risk measurement.
    • Rural-only health systems face a significant governance gap. Rural-only organizations match their peers on NIST CSF fundamentals but are twice as likely to have no AI governance at all, underscoring the need for scalable, community-driven approaches to AI risk management.
    • AI risk ownership remains fragmented. More than one in three organizations (38%) either share AI risk responsibility across multiple groups without clear escalation paths or have not clearly defined ownership at all, a structural gap that will become more acute as AI deployments scale.

    “The Healthcare Cybersecurity Benchmarking Study continues to be one of the key tools available to healthcare organizations navigating an increasingly complex threat landscape,” said John Riggi, National Advisor for Cybersecurity and Risk, American Hospital Association. “As AI adoption accelerates across the sector, this year’s findings make it clear that cybersecurity and AI governance are no longer separate disciplines. Criminal and nation-state-supported cyberattacks continue to target healthcare’s critical infrastructure, and the rapid integration of AI. Without adequate oversight, rapid adoption of AI may introduce new vectors of risk to patient safety and care delivery. The Benchmarking Study equips hospitals and health systems with the peer-driven insights they need to strengthen both their cyber resilience and their AI governance posture. To defend one is to defend all.”

    “The Scottsdale Institute is proud to support the 2026 Healthcare Cybersecurity Benchmarking Study, which addresses one of the most pressing challenges our member health systems face today: the intersection of cybersecurity and AI governance,” said Janet Guptill, President and CEO of the Scottsdale Institute. “Our members are on the front lines of adopting AI to improve care delivery, but this year’s findings reinforce that adoption without governance creates real risk. Peer benchmarking gives healthcare leaders—from CISOs to CEOs to board members—the trusted insights and community collaboration they need to move from aspiration to execution. Cybersecurity and AI governance are no longer just technical challenges; they are strategic imperatives that require senior leadership engagement across the enterprise.”

    New AI Product Announcements

    At ViVE 2026, Censinet will announce further details of the Company’s expanded AI governance and risk management capabilities, including new products designed to help healthcare organizations build and maintain enterprise-wide AI inventories, operationalize AI governance frameworks, and establish clear accountability for AI risk across clinical, technical, and operational domains. Censinet will showcase live demonstrations of these innovations at Booth #920 in South Hall throughout the show. Healthcare organizations interested in learning more about the 2026 Healthcare Cybersecurity Benchmarking Study or Censinet portfolio of products should visit Booth #920 at ViVE 2026 or contact info@censinet.com.

    About Censinet
    Censinet®, based in Boston, MA, takes the risk out of healthcare with Censinet RiskOps™, the industry’s first and only cloud-based risk exchange of healthcare organizations working together to manage and mitigate cyber risk. Purpose-built for healthcare, Censinet RiskOps delivers total automation across all third-party and enterprise risk management workflows and best practices. Censinet transforms cyber risk management by leveraging network scale and efficiencies, providing actionable insight, and improving overall operational effectiveness while eliminating risks to patient safety, data, and care delivery. Censinet is an American Hospital Association (AHA) Preferred Cybersecurity Provider. Find out more about Censinet and its RiskOps platform at censinet.com.

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  • AMPP Hosts ‘Coffee with the Congressman’ Featuring Rep. Wesley Hunt at AMPP Annual Conference + Expo

    AMPP Hosts ‘Coffee with the Congressman’ Featuring Rep. Wesley Hunt at AMPP Annual Conference + Expo

    Rep. Wesley Hunt to speak at AMPP Annual Conference + Expo PAC event, sharing federal insights on energy, infrastructure, and federal priorities.

    Engaging with lawmakers like Congressman Hunt ensures decision-makers understand the technical, workforce, and regulatory realities facing the corrosion and coatings industry.”
    — Kern Williams

    HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), the leading global authority in materials protection and performance, will host a special “Coffee with the Congressman” event featuring U.S. Rep. Wesley Hunt (R-TX) from 8 to 10 a.m. CT on Monday, March 16, during the AMPP Annual Conference + Expo in Houston. The event is presented by the Corrosion and Coatings Political Action Committee (PAC) and is free to all registered conference attendees, though advance RSVP is required.

    Now serving his second term in Congress, representing Texas’ 38th Congressional District, Congressman Hunt brings firsthand experience in military, energy, and infrastructure to the House. These areas closely align with AMPP’s mission to protect critical assets and strengthen America’s industrial base.

    Born and raised in Houston, Congressman Hunt graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point and served eight years in the U.S. Army as an Apache helicopter pilot, including a combat deployment to Iraq. He later earned three graduate degrees from Cornell University. He has served in Congress since 2023 and currently serves on the House Natural Resources and Judiciary Committees, where energy development and regulatory oversight are key priorities.

    “I believe it is critical that our industry engage directly with policymakers shaping infrastructure and energy policy,” said Kern Williams, Manager of Government Relations at AMPP. “Congressman Hunt’s focus on domestic energy production, industrial resilience, and infrastructure investment ties directly into the work our members do every day.”

    Congressman Hunt has been an active voice on domestic energy development and industrial growth, sponsoring legislation focused on oil and gas policy and advocating for investments that strengthen American infrastructure. Through the appropriations process, he has supported funding for port infrastructure, flood mitigation, and transportation improvements, which are investments that directly impact asset integrity, safety, and long-term sustainability.

    “Government policy directly affects our members’ ability to protect pipelines, bridges, ports, military assets, and energy infrastructure,” Williams said. “Engaging with lawmakers like Congressman Hunt ensures decision-makers understand the technical, workforce, and regulatory realities facing the corrosion and coatings industry. Advocacy is not optional for our profession. It’s essential.”

    Attendees will hear directly from Congressman Hunt and have the opportunity to ask questions. Participants will gain insight into the state of the American energy landscape, federal priorities affecting infrastructure and industry, and key policy developments in Washington, D.C., and their direct impact on corrosion control, protective coatings, and materials protection.

    The Corrosion and Coatings PAC supports candidates who understand the importance of corrosion prevention, protective coatings, and asset performance to America’s safety, security, and economic strength.

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