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21/10/2024

Monday Morning Magic from Inkandescent® PR + Publishing Co., Oct. 21, 2024: October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month — Help the National Breast Center Foundation Bust It! https://inkandescent.us/monday-morning-magic/walk-to-bust-breast-cancer/

It was an incredible honor to be part of the 9th annual Walk to Bust Cancer 2024 on Sunday, Oct. 20. Sponsored by the Alexandria, VA-based National Breast Center Foundation, founded by Dr. David Weintritt, "the Walk celebrates survivorship, lifts those in the battle, and honors those we've lost," Executive Director Martha Carucci says. https://www.walktobustcancer.org

"We are dedicated to improving the survivability of breast cancer for everyone," Martha notes. "The Foundation works to ensure that no person goes without a mammogram and any additional diagnostic testing. All of this furthers our commitment to reducing the mortality rate of breast cancer in medically underserved populations. Participation and support helped over 200 women last year receive mammograms and testing they otherwise may not have received." https://nationalbreastcenterfoundation.org

To make that possible: More than 1,200 supporters turned out at 9am to take a 1.3 mile lap around Fort Hunt Park. "A goal of this year's event was to raise $250,000 to help underserved women have access to life-saving mammograms," Martha shares. On the morning of the walk, a sponsor handed her a $50,000 check. "We are now close to having raised $300,000 for the Foundation — that is a milestone."

Money and manpower is what is needed to make a difference for women, Dr. Weintritt insists.

"The National Breast Center Foundation exists to improve the lives of women by removing barriers that prevent them from getting proper screening, diagnosis, and education about breast cancer," he says. "Northern Virginia has the highest incidence and mortality from breast cancer in the nation. Women in our region also have one of the highest rates of late-stage breast cancer. Something has to happen to address this crisis. I believe that education, access, and technology are the answers."

Although you may have missed the Walk, it's never too late to donate to this important cause: www.walktobustcancer.org

Until next Monday: May you join forces with your sisters to Bust Breast Cancer. — Hope Katz Gibbs, founder and president, Inkandescent® Inc. www.InkandescentPR.com

14/10/2024

Monday Morning Magic from Inkandescent® PR + Publishing Co., October 14, 2024: Meet 12 women helping us put our money to good work https://inkandescent.us/monday-morning-magic/the-giving-back-issue/

We are excited to share with you the Fall 2024 issue of Inkandescent Women magazine: The Giving Back Issue, which shares with you a dozen women who are leaders in the philanthropic movement: www.InkandescentWomen.com

Did you know: Total charitable giving is expected to rise above the historical 10-year, 25-year, and 40-year annualized average rates of growth in both 2024 and 2025, according to the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy. Giving by households is predicted to grow but will trail the rate of growth for total giving. Giving by foundations is expected to experience strong growth, outpacing growth rates for total giving in 2024 and 2025, and giving by estates is anticipated to experience stronger growth in 2025, rising above the historical 10-year, 25-year, and 40-year annualized average rates of growth.

To become more philanthropically inclined, we encourage you to meet:

Dien Yuen, founder of Daylight, which is working to maximize philanthropy’s potential for transforming lives by advancing the sector’s training, research, professionalization, and diversity.
Discover how you can become an Impact Philanthropy Advisor: www.daylightadvisors.com And check out the first season of Daylight's podcast show, Illuminate Philanthropy, on Inkandescent Radio: https://inkandescentradio.com/series/illuminate-philanthropy/

Shelly Kurtz is the author of This Little World: A How-To Guide for Social Innovators. "Our planet has never been smaller. Technological advancements have compressed time and space, making the world more immediate and interconnected. But a shrinking planet is not without its challenges. Read more about it: https://inkandescent.us/books-of-the-month/this-little-world

Explore the inspiring, never-before-told story of the Global Women’s Funding Movement — considered the women’s movement’s greatest secret – and how it enabled women from all walks of life to harness the power of money to free themselves from oppression, in "The Uprising of Women in Philanthropy."

Written by 10 international philanthropy powerhouses — Ndana Bofu-Tawamba, Ruby Bright, Stephanie Clohesy, Christine Grumm, Musimbi Kanyoro, Helen LaKelly Hunt, Ana Oliveira, Laura Risimini, Jane Sloane, and Jessica Tomlin — this book is an important read for those interested in focusing the power of philanthropy on leveraging systemic social justice victories and gender equality gains. Brimming with feminist epiphanies, this social justice playbook is an urgent call for women’s collective leadership to guide humanity through the gravest of challenges, overcoming patriarchy’s multi-millennium reign through the uprising of women leaders and philanthropists.

Learn more about the book at the website Inkandescent created this fall for the authors: www.uprisingofwomeninphilanthropy.com

And that's just the beginning. Click here to read about the other women helping us do good by spreading the wealth in the Fall 2024 issue of www.InkandescentWomen.com

Until next Monday: May you feel inspired to share your wealth with the causes that make the world a better place. — Hope Katz Gibbs, founder and president, Inkandescent® Inc., www.InkandescentPR.com

07/10/2024

Monday Morning Magic from Inkandescent® PR + Publishing Co., Oct. 7, 2024: Join the authors of "The Uprising of Women in Philanthropy" this Friday at the New-York Historical Society for "Give to Women and Girls Day" https://inkandescent.us/monday-morning-magic/give-to-women-and-girls-day/

Hello friends! We want to share that the Women’s Philanthropy Institute is partnering with Amplify Her® Foundation to host a Give to Women and Girls Day celebration at New-York Historical Society to call attention to the gap in philanthropic support for women and girls — using this moment to galvanize awareness and funding: https://givetowomenandgirlsnyc.org

Great news: Ana Oliviera and Laura Risimini, two of the co-authors of our Inkandescent® client — The Uprising of Women in Philanthropy — will be participating in a Lightning Talk: In this interview-style session, co-authors of The Uprising of Women in Philanthropy will discuss how women’s collective efforts in philanthropy have shifted the landscape of social justice, offering bold strategies to catalyze systemic change. From grassroots movements to large-scale institutional giving, we'll touch on the evolution of feminist philanthropy over the past 50 years, spotlighting stories of courage, collaboration, and innovation. https://uprisingofwomeninphilanthropy.com

Until next Monday: Let's all put our money where our heart is and join the Uprise revolution! — Hope Katz Gibbs, founder and president, Inkandescent® Inc. www.InkandescentPR.com

30/09/2024

Monday Morning Magic from Inkandescent® PR + Publishing Co., Sept. 30, 2024: Want a free bottle of wine? Come and get it this week when you help owner Lisa Katic celebrate 7 years of business at one of Old Town’s top shops, Wine Gallery 108

I am thrilled to introduce you to our friends at Wine Gallery 108 owned by Lisa Katic. The curated wine shop and art gallery is celebrating its 7th anniversary in style tomorrow and you are invited: Oct. 1, 4-6:30pm, 108 N St Asaph St, Alexandria, VA 22314).https://www.winegallery108.com/upcoming-events

Lisa says, “Cheers to Lucky 7! We are thrilled to have you join us for our anniversary bash. The event will feature acclaimed Cava winemaker Ramon Canals from Spain, who will pop the corks of Brut and Brut Rose in celebration of our anniversary. There will also be live music by local musician Joe Chiocca, delicious cupcakes, and great friends to meet.”

A gift for you: In honor of the 7th anniversary, Lisa is offering 7 days of special pricing on wine from October 1-7 — buy 6 bottles, get the 7th free!

That's not all: Lisa’s mission is to offer a vast array of hand-picked local, national, and international wines to a community of friends who need to know each other. From the shop’s monthly wine club ($40 for 2 hand-picked bottles; $60 includes 2 bottles of wine plus gourmet treats) to its free weekly wine tastings (Friday, 4-6:30pm) and Sparkling Wine Saturday (11am-1pm), you'll want to become part of this family of wine enthusiasts.

Click here for your free ticket to the opening on Oct. 1. We'll see you there: https://www.winegallery108.com/upcoming-events

Until next Monday: May the magic of wine, art, and friendship warm your heart, tickle your tastebuds, and soothe your soul. — Hope Katz Gibbs, founder and president, Inkandescent® Inc. www.InkandescentPR.com

24/09/2024

In this week's Inkandescent Magic news, we Introduce you to the new "Illuminate Philanthropy" show, powered by Daylight: https://inkandescent.us/monday-morning-magic/illuminate-philantropy-show/

We roll out the first two trends in philanthropy based on Daylight's research report, "Adapting to Eight Trends in Philanthropic Advising." www.DaylightAdvisors.com

Trend 1: The Changing Client Base https://inkandescentradio.com/podcast/trend1-the-changing-client-base/
Trend 2: Evolving Definitions https://inkandescentradio.com/podcast/trend2-evolving-definitions/

Daylight's mission: Together with advisors and families, Daylight supports practices and networks that maximize philanthropy’s potential for transforming lives. Whether you're in nonprofit development, wealth management, or passionate about social change, Daylight provides you with the skills to navigate the evolving world of wealth and philanthropy.

"Our company provides a platform where advisors can find the knowledge, ideas, and community to support their passion for growth, service, and philanthropic outcomes," shares Dien Yuen, founder and CEO of Daylight (pictured above). "Our three areas of work help advisors develop their craft, careers and field — Research, Learning, and Practice."

Your host for the show: Megan Bell, Daylight’s Director of Engagement

Until next Monday: May Daylight shine this week as you integrate research, learning, and practice into your work and life. — Hope Katz Gibbs, founder and president, Inkandescent® Inc. www.InkandescentPR.com

Daylight is a global hub for philanthropic learning, practice, and research. It is home to the flagship program, the Impact Philanthropy Advisor (IPA) Certificate Program for philanthropic and wealth advisors.

17/09/2024

This week's Magic from Inkandescent.us: Philanthropy is on the rise! https://inkandescent.us/monday-morning-magic/philanthropy-is-on-the-rise/

Check out these findings by the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy:

1. Total charitable giving is expected to rise above the historical 10-year, 25-year, and 40-year annualized average rates of growth in both 2024 and 2025.

2. Giving by households is predicted to grow but will trail the rate of growth for total giving.

3. Giving by foundations is expected to experience strong growth, outpacing growth rates for total giving in 2024 and 2025.

4. Giving by estates is anticipated to experience stronger growth in 2025, rising above the historical 10-year, 25-year, and 40-year annualized average rates of growth.

5. Giving by corporations is also projected to grow but will lag historic rates of growth for this sector.

So it’s a pleasure to introduce today to three groups of women who are leading the philanthropic charge. Click here to read more https://inkandescent.us/monday-morning-magic/philanthropy-is-on-the-rise/

09/09/2024

Monday Morning Magic from Inkandescent® PR + Publishing Co., Sept. 9, 2024: Chakra Jewelry by Hope is now on sale at Breathe Body & Mind Yoga studio in Springfield, VA https://inkandescent.us/monday-morning-magic/chakra-jewelry-by-hope/

I am thrilled to announce that my line of handmade colorful crystal gems, Chakra Jewelry by Hope,is now being sold at the Springfield, VA yoga studio, Breathe Body & Mind: https://www.breathebodymind.com/

The necklace, bracelet, and earring sets for sale at this wonderful studio owned by Lynne Maloney focus on the seven chakras that run from Root to Crown and identify the energy centers of our body through which energy flows.

The collection includes red beads that help you embrace the power of your root chakra, to the sparkling white and crystal gems that represent your highest chakra at the top of your head and represents our ability to be fully connected spiritually. Click here to view some of the collection.

The magic of Malas

One of my newest designs is a mala (photo here taken on Rehoboth Beach, photo by AnnaGibbs.com). Known as Japamala or Threngwa, malas are a string of beads commonly used to track mantras and focus the mind during contemplative spiritual practices. They have been used for thousands of years in India and Tibet and are useful tools for practitioners to keep their mind focused on the meditation, visualization, or mantra itself rather than on the number of recitations. Yoga practitioners also use malas to calm and balance the mind.

Malas can be used during meditation, worn as a necklace, or wrapped around the wrist as a reminder of one's practice. They are a powerful tool for anyone looking to enhance their meditation practice and connect with their higher self. Anybody can benefit from adding a mala to their daily practice, regardless of their faith or belief system. Though we draw inspiration from Vajrayana teachings, we support logical and secular approaches to meditation and mindfulness.

Hope Katz Gibbs, creator, Chakra Jewelry by Hope
A traditional mala consists of 108 beads used to count mantra recitations. Some malas may also include "marker" beads, which orient the user of their position on the mala. The position of the marker beads varies between traditions or may not be used at all. Mala of Merit positions marker beads in the Tibetan style, dividing the mala into quadrants. A larger, more distinct bead called the guru bead is also sometimes included, which is not counted and indicates both the beginning and end of the mala. Some believe the guru bead represents the Buddha or the teachings of one's guru.

Scroll down for details about buying Chakra Jewelry by Hope at breathebodymind.com.

Click here to learn more about the Kundalini Yoga workshop that Hope is teaching at Breathe on Dec. 7: https://beinkandescent.com/december-7-2024-join-kundalini-yoga-teacher-hope-katz-gibbs-for-an-afternoon-that-will-open-your-heart-at-breathe-body-mind-springfield-va/

Until next Monday: May your chakras spin with the earth's energy and bring joy and peace into your life. — Hope Katz Gibbs, Inkandescent® Inc. www.InkandescentPR.com

Sept. 9, 2024: Chakra Jewelry by Hope is now on sale at Breathe Body & Mind Yoga studio in Springfield, VA Monday Morning Magic from Inkandescent® PR + Publishing Co. — I am thrilled to announce that my line of handmade colorful crystal gems, Chakra Jewelry by Hope, is now on sale at the Springfi...

02/09/2024

Monday Magic from Inkandescent® PR + Publishing Co., Sept. 2, 2024: On Ep5 of Peter Neuwirth's "Sharing Economy," learn about the challenges of scaling the sharing economy with Julie Winkle Giulioni, author and champion of workplace growth and development https://inkandescent.us/monday-morning-magic/julie-winkle-giulioni/

Hello friends! We honor Labor Day today with this month's episode of Peter Neuwirth's Sharing Economy show, where he interviews Julie Winkle Giulioni, author and champion of workplace growth and development.

The topic: How the Sharing Economy inspires these two Berrett-Koehler authors

About Julie: A champion of workplace growth and development, Julie operates on the belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to reach their potential. And she works with organizations and leaders who want to make that happen.

She is the president of Berrett-Koehler Authors, Inc., and has written two books including Promotions Are So Yesterday: Redefine Career Development. Help Employees Thrive and co-authored the international bestseller, Help Them Grow or Watch Them Go: Career Conversations Organizations Need and Employees Want, which has been translated into seven languages.

The 3rd edition will be available on Sept. 24, 2024 — click here to preorder it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Help-Them-Grow-Watch-Conversations/dp/1523097507/ref=dp_ob_title_bk

Julie also leads DesignArounds, a firm that offers bespoke development experiences to Fortune 500 organizations and others worldwide. DesignArounds has earned praise and awards from Human Resource Executive Magazine’s Top Ten Training Products, the New York Film Festival, Brandon Hall, and the Global HR Excellence Council.

Named by Inc. Magazine as a Top 100 Leadership Speaker, Julie has traveled to China, Russia, Brazil, Lithuania, and beyond, offering fresh, inspiring, yet actionable strategies for leaders interested in their own growth as well as supporting the growth of others. Learn more: juliewinklegiulioni.com

Until next Monday: May you use your mind, heart and soul to help others grow! — Hope Katz Gibbs, founder and president, Inkandescent® Inc. www.InkandescentPR.com

26/08/2024

Aug. 26, 2024, Monday Morning Magic from Inkandescent® PR + Publishing Co: Professor Cindi Gilliland, Ph.D., teaches us about "The Power of Love" — Attend, Mend, Ascend https://inkandescent.us/monday-morning-magic/cindi-gilliland/

In her latest TEDx Talk, "The Power of Love," Professor Cindi Gilliland, Ph.D., knows love has the power to transform us, others, and the world.

A psychologist, Professor Emeritus, Management and Organizations Dept., Eller College of Management, University of Arizona, and the president of Gilliland Consulting in San Diego, Cindi describes the important benefits of love and shares her personal journey toward greater love using the three steps of AMA: Attend, Mend, and Ascend.

"What if the best thing we could do to increase our chance to have a long, healthy life could also benefit our family and friends and maybe even the whole world?" asks Cindi, who received her Ph.D. in social psychology at Michigan State University in 1992. She has taught 20,000 undergraduate, graduate, and executive students in her thirty-four-year university career.

Click here to watch Cindi's 2024 TEDx Talk, including a transcript of her insights on the "Power of Love."

Until next Monday: May your heart be full, your life be filled with joy, and may you attend, mend, and ascend all of love's challenges. — Hope Katz Gibbs, founder and president, Inkandescent® Inc. www.InkandescentPR.com

19/08/2024

Monday Magic from Inkandescent® PR + Publishing Co., Aug. 19, 2024: Making peace in a Silver Divorce https://inkandescent.us/monday-morning-magic/neuwirth-associates-consulting/

Hello, friends! Welcome to this month's episode of Actuary and Author Peter Neuwirth Silver Divorce Show. I'm Hope Katz-Gibbs, proud producer of the show on www.InkandescentRadio.com and www.Inkandescent.tv.

We are thrilled to introduce you today to Neuwirth Associates Consulting Managing Partner Jackie Chin, MBA https://neuwirthassociates.consulting

An analytics executive, Jackie has nearly 30 years of diverse financial services experience, including in actuarial consulting, predictive modeling, product management, and analytics. She was an executive at Charles Schwab, where she championed and delivered key initiatives to help more clients meet their financial goals. She also launched a commission-free ETF platform at Schwab, driving down the cost of ETF investing for clients. Jackie graduated from Suni Potsdam with a BA in Mathematics. Following graduation, she studied actuarial science and received an MBA from UC Berkeley. She is a National Trustee for the Boys and Girls Club of America.

Click here for the podcast and video interview: https://beinkandescent.com/jackie-chin/

Click here for their Q&A to read about managing the financial impact of Silver Divorce on NeuwirthAssociates.consulting: https://neuwirthassociates.consulting/neuwirth-associates-consulting-founder-peter-neuwirth-discusses-the-financial-impact-of-silver-divorce-with-analytics-expert-and-neuwirth-associates-managing-partner-jackie-chin/

Until next Monday: May your days be filled with calm, common sense, and the courage to cope with come what may. — Hope Katz Gibbs, founder and president, Inkandescent® Inc. www.InkandescentPR.com

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12/08/2024

Monday Magic from Inkandescent® PR + Publishing Co., August 12, 2024: Southern Delaware Wine, Food, & Music Festival is Postponed to 2025 — Beloved founder, recovering from Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, has setbacks to health https://inkandescent.us/monday-morning-magic/our-hero-stacy-lamotta/

Hello, Inkandescent family! We want to let you know that our dear friends at the Southern Delaware Wine, Food, & Music Festival have put a pause on the 9th Annual Festival, originally slated for October 5, 2024. A new date will be announced in the spring of 2025.

The reason: Following her doctor’s guidance and with the full support of her Board of Directors and Event Committee, the organization's president, festival founder Stacy LaMotta, made the decision this month citing an abundance of caution to allow her the needed time to recover from recent setbacks to her health caused by Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome: https://www.ehlers-danlos.com/what-is-eds/

“When recent flare-ups significantly affected my everyday functioning, I was forced into an uncomfortable place,” Stacy explains. "While it brings me great sadness to postpone this year’s event, I am grateful to my Board, Event Committee, and all who are a part of this magnificent festival for rallying around me with understanding, compassion, and validation that my health and well-being are top priorities.”

Since 2015, LaMotta has used the Southern Delaware Wine, Food, & Music Festival as a platform to bring thousands of individuals together to celebrate the culinary excellence, brilliant artisans, and passionate community of Delaware’s beloved beach coast, raising over $250,000 to support area non-profits.

So, it should be no surprise that even during this personally challenging moment, she is focused on transforming the postponement of this year’s festival into a positive – using the opportunity to increase awareness of this rare genetic disease.

According to the National Institutes of Health, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) is a genetic condition that weakens connective tissues, affecting many body systems simultaneously. Symptoms vary based on the 13 subtypes of the disease but often include severe joint and muscle spasms that trigger dislocations, compromises in cognitive functioning and mental acuity, chronic debilitating fatigue and insomnia, and digestive distress with gastric reflux that leads to poor nutrient absorption.

Although EDS is often thought of as an invisible disease, flare-ups are excruciatingly painful and multi-faceted, and experts estimate that 1 in 5000 people have EDS. Yet, poor awareness often leads to misdiagnosis, incorrect or unnecessary treatment, or no treatment at all.

Speaking directly to the passion and purpose that led her to create the Southern Delaware Wine, Food, & Music Festival — helping the whole community grow stronger through understanding and connection – LaMotta’s emotions were raw, “I know what it feels like to struggle with this disease alone. It’s been incredibly hard not to feel as if the disease has taken one more thing away from me. But I’m choosing to believe that being open and honest still gives our community a valuable connection. That it will increase understanding of EDS and, more importantly, help others get the diagnoses, treatment, and support they need too.”

Plans for the postponed festival are already underway, and details about the 2025 date, participating vendors, and special features will be released in the coming months via the festival’s website, sodelfest.com. All previously purchased tickets will be honored for the new date, and current ticket holders will receive more information via email as it becomes available.

In one final statement of gratitude, LaMotta shares: “The impacts of this decision on so many people are not lost on me. While it’s been heart-wrenching, the encouragement and understanding I’ve received have meant the world to me. This is more than a festival to me; it’s everything I am and everything I love. Knowing the community I have supported for all these years is now supporting me and giving me all the positive emotional energy I need to heal, focus on the future, and grow increasingly excited to celebrate with all of you in 2025!”

For the most up-to-date information on the 9th Annual Southern Delaware Wine, Food, & Music Festival, please visit www.sodelfest.com.

To learn more about Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, visit: www.ehlers-danlos.com

05/08/2024

Monday Magic from Inkandescent® PR + Publishing Co., August 5, 2024: Hey all you policy wonks — check out the latest from the US Distance Learning Association’s public policy chair Dr. Alexandra Salas https://inkandescent.us/monday-morning-magic/delmarva-alexandra-salas/

Check it out: The Transformative Role of Digital Technology is a hot topic for educators and students alike. So don’t miss this webinar by Dr. Alexandra Salas, public policy chair of the US Distance Learning Association, USDLA.org and founder of the DelMarVa Distance Learning Association.

“With my webinar guests —Deanna M. Merritt, Ph.D. SHRM-CP, Faculty, Management & Marketing Director, Center for Professional Development & Partnerships and Russell Michalak, Director of Library & Archives, both at Goldey-Beacom College — our goal is to explore the transformative role of digital technology in expanding global education access,” Alexandra explains.

“In addition, we emphasize the importance of AI literacy and its integration and presence in education and workforce development to prepare individuals for the evolving job market. And finally, we examine the organizational structures necessary to support and sustain effective online learning environments.”

Valary Oleinik, president of USDLA who hosts the webinar, says: “This information is essential for educators, policymakers, and industry leaders committed to advancing digital learning and innovation.” HTTP://www.USDLA.tv

Scroll down to learn more about what Alexandra is cooking up at the DelMarVa Distance Learning Association: https://www.delmarvadla.org

Until next Monday: Keep learning, growing, and keep a positive mindset! — Hope Katz Gibbs, founder and president, Inkandescent® Inc.
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