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Altra Redesigns the Carbon Plate for Natural Performance
Carbon plates have long dictated how a runner’s forefoot strikes the pavement, often sacrificing natural mechanics for sheer propulsion. With the launch of the Vanish Carbon 3, Altra is attempting to break this cycle by introducing a patent-pending split-toe plate designed to mimic the foot’s organic movement.
Industrial Accessories Company Upskills Staff on M-Pulse Platform
Over 150 engineers and project managers recently gathered at the Industrial Accessories Company headquarters in Overland Park for an intensive three-day technical summit. The event aimed to standardize expertise across the organization regarding the firm’s proprietary M-Pulse medium-pressure baghouse technology and its market application.
Elevator Service, Inc. Expands Into Chicago With East Elevator Buyout
Chicago native and ESI CEO Jason Vallee is taking his national brand into his home market, acquiring the local firm East Elevator. The deal marks a strategic expansion for the service provider, which aims to leverage the regional reputation of founder Joe Marks to anchor its presence in the city.
Paris Baguette Launches Fall Menu Featuring Caramel and Pumpkin Flavors
Paris Baguette is turning toward the harvest season with a new nationwide menu arriving August 26. The bakery-café chain is debuting a collection of caramel apple and pumpkin-infused pastries, cakes, and beverages, while simultaneously launching a fundraising partnership with the national non-profit No Kid Hungry.
ALKEME Jumps to 16th Spot in Annual P&C Agency Rankings
With a 43.4% surge in property and casualty revenue, ALKEME Insurance has vaulted five positions to reach 16th place on the 2026 Insurance Journal Top 100 list. This leap marks the highest percentage growth among all firms reporting over $200 million in P&C revenue, signaling a rapid expansion for the California-based brokerage.
BrightPlan Hits 230% Growth Milestone on Inc. 5000 List
Marking its 10th anniversary, Boca Raton-based financial wellness firm BrightPlan has secured the No. 125 spot in the software category on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list. The ranking reflects a three-year revenue surge of more than 230%, underscoring the company’s expanding influence in the global enterprise market.
Lawyers for Justice Adds Alex Dahle to Lead Chicago Expansion
With nearly a decade of litigation experience, Alex Dahle has joined Lawyers for Justice, P.C.® to spearhead the firm’s entry into the Illinois market. The move marks a strategic push for the California-based firm to establish a stronger foothold in the Midwest while bolstering its employee-advocacy practice.
Manz Asia Scales Panel-Level Packaging with New ECD Platform Series
As AI-driven chiplet architectures demand larger substrates, Manz Asia is rolling out its Omni platform series to bridge the gap between innovation and mass production. The new equipment supports 310 mm, 510 mm, and 700 mm panel formats, integrating electrochemical deposition and wet process tools to streamline complex RDL manufacturing.
Genesis Products Unveils Oak and Walnut Collections at IWF 2026
At the upcoming International Woodworking Fair in Atlanta, Genesis Products is preparing to launch two distinct decor lines: the Patina Oak and Atelier Walnut collections. These additions, debuting at the Georgia World Congress Center from August 25–28, aim to provide cabinet and furniture manufacturers with updated, design-forward surface solutions.
Syzygy Plasmonics Targets Latin American SAF Market with IFC Partnership
In a bid to decarbonize aviation, Houston-based Syzygy Plasmonics has secured a framework agreement with the International Finance Corporation to scale its light-driven sustainable fuel technology across Latin America. The partnership aims to transform regional biogas resources into commercial-scale aviation fuel, starting with an inaugural facility in Uruguay.
Pacsun Brings Experimental L/AB c/o Off-White™ to SoHo Flagship
The experimental fashion label L/AB c/o Off-White™ has entered the retail market through a new partnership with Pacsun, marked by an interactive launch event at the retailer’s SoHo flagship store on August 13. The collaboration aims to merge high-fashion design codes with the accessible, youth-oriented culture central to Pacsun’s identity.
Davidson Hospitality Group Launches GM Edge Leadership Initiative
Atlanta-based Davidson Hospitality Group has unveiled the GM Edge program, a strategic initiative designed to cultivate high-performing talent across its global portfolio. The program identifies internal leaders for accelerated career advancement, providing them with the specialized skills and operational expertise required to navigate the company's future growth objectives.
Covet App Aims to Remove Guesswork from Gift Giving
The ritual of exchanging gifts is often fraught with performative gratitude and awkward guesswork, but a new platform seeks to replace the uncertainty with intent. Founders Sandy Harris, Jennifer Mantz, and Julie Zelnick have launched Covet, an app designed to turn personal wish lists into a transparent, shoppable marketplace.
Obagi Medical Launches Multi-Acid Peel Pads for Targeted Exfoliation
In a move to integrate professional-grade resurfacing into home skincare routines, Obagi Medical has released its CLENZIderm M.D. Resurfacing Multi-Acid Peel Pads. The treatment utilizes a specific blend of acids to address texture, discoloration, and pore congestion, promising clinical results for users seeking to brighten their complexion.
Decoding Hydraulic Filter Specifications for Industrial Longevity
Hydraulic systems operate under immense pressure, yet their survival often hinges on the seemingly minor details of filter specifications. Drew Wright, vice president of operations at American Filtration Technologies, argues that understanding the nuance of micron ratings and beta efficiency is essential to preventing premature equipment failure in industrial environments.
Dr. Praeger’s, Bakeful, and Wave Kids Launch Back-to-School Initiative
As families gear up for the new academic year, three food and beverage brands are uniting to simplify healthy meal planning. The "Better Together" campaign combines frozen veggie-forward products, clean-label baked goods, and low-sugar hydration options to help parents build balanced lunchboxes and after-school routines throughout the fall season.
Jay's Brush Clearing Adds Remote-Controlled Tractor to Maine Fleet
After realizing his heavy-duty forestry mulcher was too cumbersome for sensitive terrain, South Berwick-based Jay’s Brush Clearing founder Jay Tuttle has acquired a remote-controlled brush hog tractor. The new equipment allows the company to tackle steep slopes and recurring maintenance, bridging the gap between standard mowing and intensive land clearing.
Ivybrook Academy Marks Two Decades of Preschool Growth
From a single classroom in Weddington, North Carolina, to a network spanning 22 states, Ivybrook Academy is celebrating 20 years of operations. The preschool franchise, which blends Montessori and Reggio Emilia philosophies into a half-day model, now oversees 54 active locations with dozens more in development.
Modulus AI Launches Mix, a Privacy-Focused Service That Forgets
Scottsdale-based Modulus AI has introduced Mix, a frontier AI service engineered to decouple user identity from data processing. By eliminating persistent conversation histories and scrubbing personally identifying information before it hits servers, the platform aims to provide a secure environment for sensitive business, legal, and personal inquiries.
Nelson-Jameson Climbs to EcoVadis Silver Sustainability Ranking
Moving up from consecutive bronze honors, food processing distributor Nelson-Jameson has secured an EcoVadis Silver Medal. The award places the Marshfield-based firm in the 87th percentile of global companies assessed, marking a significant jump in its sustainability management score from 68 to 75 over the past year.
Somerville Achieves Three-Year Traffic Fatality Milestone
Somerville has recorded zero fatal crashes for three consecutive years, cementing its status as a national leader in Vision Zero initiatives. A recent LivableStreets Alliance report credits this safety milestone to a combination of lower speed limits, infrastructure redesigns, and a targeted approach to managing critical urban curb space.
Zane Trace Schools Model New Safety Tech Powered by Verizon
In the Zane Trace Local School District, safety is no longer a siloed endeavor but a networked reality. A new partnership between the district, Status Solutions Network, and Verizon Business demonstrates how high-speed connectivity and situational awareness software can transform campus communications into a proactive shield for students and staff.
Azusa Banjo’s I Think I Turned My Childhood Friend Into a Girl Gets Anime
A social media sensation is heading to television as YTE Ltd. confirms an anime adaptation for Azusa Banjo’s romantic comedy, I Think I Turned My Childhood Friend Into a Girl. The series, which tracks the bond between two friends exploring identity and cosmetics, will transition from the page to the screen.
Franchise Assembly Names Two Pillar To Post Marketing Leaders
Two marketing executives at Pillar To Post Home Inspectors have earned industry recognition for their work in driving growth for franchise owners. Becky Beyer was named a 2026 Franchise Marketing Trailblazer, while Stephanie Bowling received the 2026 Franchise Marketing One To Watch designation from the Franchise Assembly.
California looks to home EV chargers and batteries to lower power bills
California’s electric grid could save millions annually by turning millions of private electric vehicles and home appliances into a massive, coordinated virtual power plant. A new policy roadmap from GridLab, Kevala, and E3 argues that current fragmented utility programs are the primary barrier to this untapped energy potential.
Truss Financial Group Hits Inc. 5000 List Amidst HELOC Boom
A 214% surge in three-year revenue has landed Ladera Ranch-based Truss Financial Group at No. 1627 on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list. The mortgage brokerage’s rapid climb highlights a shift in the housing market, as investors and entrepreneurs increasingly bypass traditional banks to unlock equity without refinancing their existing low-rate primary mortgages.
NurtureBio Synbiotic Gains Clean Label Project Purity Certification
Raleigh-based maternal health firm NurtureBio has secured the Clean Label Project's Purity Award and First 1,000 Days Promise certification. The designation confirms the company’s synbiotic supplement meets stringent safety thresholds for heavy metals, pesticides, and other industrial contaminants, providing a new benchmark for infant and toddler gut health products.
Bartell Machinery Adds 22,400 Square Feet to Rome Production Facility
With demand surging across its rubber, wire, and energy equipment lines, Bartell Machinery is expanding its Rome, New York, manufacturing headquarters. The project adds 22,400 square feet of high-bay space to the existing 152,000-square-foot footprint, a strategic move designed to accelerate lead times and house heavier industrial projects.
Linnworks Sellers Outpace Market Growth One Year Into Bahl Tenure
One year after taking the helm at Linnworks, CEO Jon Bahl reports that the platform’s merchants are scaling faster than the broader ecommerce market. Performance data for the first half of 2026 reveals a significant uptick in transaction volume and basket sizes, signaling a robust trajectory heading into the peak shopping season.
Avalon Admission Unveils Beta Version of MyCollegeList.com
On August 20, 2026, Framingham-based Avalon Admission will launch MyCollegeList.com, a college search platform designed to shift the focus from broad institutional averages to individualized admission modeling. The beta version of the site will be available for free, offering users analytical tools previously reserved for private counseling.