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Ocaquatics celebrates B Corp Month as a Certified B Corporation, reinforcing its commitment to positive impact in Miami.

MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, March 20, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — This March, Ocaquatics Swim School joins companies around the world in celebrating B Corp Month, a global campaign that highlights businesses using their work as a force for good. Ocaquatics has been a Certified B Corporation since September 2022, meeting high standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency.

B Corp Month is led by the nonprofit organization B Lab and celebrates companies that are working to build a more inclusive, equitable, and sustainable economy. Certified B Corporations are evaluated across key areas including governance, workers, community, environment, and customers.
According to its B Impact Assessment, Ocaquatics earned an overall B Impact Score of 127.7, well above the median score of 50.9 for typical businesses. This score reflects the organization’s commitment to responsible business practices and creating positive impact through its operations and community engagement.

Founded in 1994, Ocaquatics Swim School helps families learn to love swimming while becoming safer, more comfortable, and more responsible in, on, and around the water. The organization offers swim lessons for all ages, from infants to adults, through five indoor warm water pools serving families across Miami Dade County.

Ocaquatics also became a 100% employee-owned company, strengthening its commitment to long term impact and empowering team members to help guide the future of the organization. This ownership model reflects the company’s belief that business can create meaningful opportunities for people while contributing positively to the community.

As a Certified B Corporation, Ocaquatics continues to focus on teaching swimming and water safety while supporting its team members, engaging with the community, and operating with responsibility toward the environment.

During B Corp Month, Ocaquatics celebrates being part of a global community of companies that believe success should be measured not only by financial performance but also by the positive impact created for people, communities, and the planet.
More information about Ocaquatics Swim School can be found at www.ocaquatics.com.

About Ocaquatics Swim School:
Founded in 1994, Ocaquatics teaches swim lessons for children starting as young as 6 months old and continuing through all levels of development. Through five indoor warm water pools serving families across Miami-Dade County, the organization helps children build confidence and lifelong water safety skills in, on, and around the water. Ocaquatics has been a Certified B Corporation since 2022 and is a 100 percent employee-owned company committed to creating positive impact for families, team members, the community, and the environment.

OCAQUATICS LOCATIONS:

Kendall: 13408 SW 131st St, Miami, FL 33186
Tropical: 4950 SW 75th Ave, Miami, FL 33155
Northwest: 10502 NW 134th St, Hialeah, FL 33018
Coral Gables: 59 Merrick Way, Coral Gables, FL 33134
Eureka: 11101 SW 176 St, Miami, FL 33157

Miren Oca, Founder & CEO
Ocaquatics Swim School
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Timeshare Help Center and UCFS partner to provide low monthly payment options, removing the financial barrier to timeshare cancellation.

PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, March 20, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — PHOENIX, AZ – Timeshare Help Center, a trusted leader in the timeshare cancellation industry, is proud to announce its strategic partnership with United Consumer Financial Services (UCFS). This collaboration allows Timeshare Help Center to offer accessible, in-house consumer financing, removing the primary financial barrier that prevents many timeshare owners from seeking professional help to exit their burdensome contracts.

In 2026, the timeshare industry is experiencing unprecedented increases in annual maintenance fees and special assessments. For many families, the financial strain of these rising, non-negotiable costs has made their timeshares unaffordable. Yet, the upfront cost of hiring a reputable timeshare exit company can also be daunting, leaving many owners feeling trapped in a cycle of debt.

“We speak with heartbroken families every day who simply cannot afford their timeshare anymore, but they also don’t have thousands of dollars sitting in a bank account to pay for a legal cancellation,” said Dr. David Thompson of Timeshare Help Center. “Our partnership with UCFS changes that. We can now offer these families a lifeline through low, manageable monthly payments, making freedom from their timeshare accessible immediately.”

United Consumer Financial Services (UCFS) is a highly respected financial institution with over 40 years of experience providing consumer financing solutions. Through this partnership, Timeshare Help Center clients can apply for financing either over the phone or in-office, with approvals granted almost instantly.

The benefits of the Timeshare Help Center and UCFS partnership for consumers include:
– Immediate Relief: Clients can begin the timeshare cancellation process right away without needing a large upfront lump sum.
– Affordable Payments: Flexible terms allow for low monthly payments that fit within the family budget.
– Quick Approvals: A streamlined application process ensures clients get the answers they need in minutes.
– Trusted Oversight: Financing is handled by a reputable, established institution, adding an extra layer of security and trust to the process.

“Exiting a timeshare is one of the best financial decisions an owner can make, as it stops the bleeding of endless maintenance fees,” Thompson added. “By partnering with UCFS, we are empowering consumers to take back control of their finances today, rather than waiting until they are completely overwhelmed by debt.”

Timeshare Help Center continues to stand out in the industry by offering a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee and a proprietary process focused on credit protection.

Timeshare owners interested in learning more about the UCFS financing options and how to safely exit their timeshare can contact Timeshare Help Center for a free consultation. Visit https://timesharehelpcenter.com or call +1 602-821-0444.

About Timeshare Help Center
Timeshare Help Center is a Phoenix-based consumer advocacy organization specializing in legal and ethical timeshare cancellation. Dedicated to transparency and credit protection, the company provides guaranteed solutions for timeshare owners seeking relief from rising fees and unwanted contracts.

Dr. David Thompson
Timeshare Help Center
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Mesa locksmith Diamondback Lock and Key of Mesa reaches 400 five-star Google reviews, reflecting consistent service across the East Valley.

MESA, AZ, UNITED STATES, March 20, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Diamondback Lock and Key of Mesa has reached a significant milestone, surpassing 400 five-star reviews on Google — a testament to the company’s consistent commitment to fast, reliable, and professional locksmith services throughout Mesa and the surrounding East Valley communities.

The Mesa-based locksmith company has built its reputation on transparency, rapid response times, and skilled technicians who handle everything from residential lockouts and rekeying to commercial lock installations and automotive key replacements. With over 400 verified five-star reviews from Mesa homeowners, business owners, and drivers, Diamondback Lock and Key of Mesa has become one of the most trusted names in the local locksmith industry.

“Reaching 400 five-star reviews is a reflection of the trust our customers place in us every single day,” said a company spokesperson. “Whether someone is locked out of their home at midnight or needs a new lock installed on a commercial property, our team shows up ready to help — professionally and promptly.”

The company offers a full range of locksmith services including emergency lockout assistance, lock rekeying and replacement, high-security lock upgrades, master key systems, and car key cutting and programming. Serving Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, Tempe, and surrounding areas, Diamondback Lock and Key of Mesa is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Residents and businesses searching for a Mesa locksmith can contact Diamondback Lock and Key of Mesa directly by phone or through their website to schedule service or request emergency assistance.

Diamondback Lock and Key of Mesa
1616 E Main St #123, Mesa, AZ 85203
(480) 887-4267
https://diamondbacklockandkey.com/mesa/

Matthew Hammerton
Diamondback Lock and Key of Mesa
4808874267
brainspikemarketing@gmail.com

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Angela Stever delivers an intense and thought-provoking novel where courage is tested against impossible odds in a divided world.

NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, March 20, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — In Conquering the Divide: The Legend of Barsicon, Angela Stever presents a powerful fantasy novel set in a world fractured by inequality, fear, and rigid separation. Barsicon is divided by a towering wall that separates Light City from The Darkness, creating a stark contrast between privilege and struggle, safety and survival.

At the center of this divided world is a dangerous and ritualized challenge. Each week, a chosen Light Seeker emerges from The Darkness to attempt a climb through seven levels at the wall’s gates, facing trials that test physical endurance, mental strength, and spiritual resilience. Success offers the promise of a better life, while failure results in immediate death.

The story follows sixteen-year-old Seneca Ellis Brant, the youngest Light Seeker in Barsicon’s history. After years of preparation, she stands on the edge of a life-defining moment, ready to face the trials that will determine her future. Her journey is not only about survival but also about understanding the truth behind the world she has been taught to believe in.

As Seneca prepares to confront the trials, questions begin to emerge about what truly lies beyond the wall. The promise of Light City is powerful, but so are the uncertainties surrounding it. Her journey becomes one of both external challenge and internal discovery, forcing her to question whether the life she is striving for is worth the cost.

Blending high-stakes tension with emotional depth, Conquering the Divide explores themes of inequality, sacrifice, and the courage to challenge established systems. Stever crafts a narrative that draws readers into a world where every decision carries weight and every step forward could mean survival or loss.

With its compelling premise and dynamic storytelling, the novel offers an engaging experience for readers who enjoy fantasy-driven narratives with strong characters and meaningful stakes. It highlights the strength required to face fear and the determination needed to pursue a different future.

Conquering the Divide: The Legend of Barsicon is now available—secure your copy here:
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Learn more about the book and author here:
https://www.angelastever.com/conquering-the-divide

About the Author
Angela Stever brings a uniquely dynamic background to her storytelling. She spent 22 years working in radio and television, including hosting a #1 morning show on a classic rock station in Kingston, Ontario. Alongside her broadcasting career, she has performed stand-up comedy for 13 years, showcasing her creativity and ability to connect with audiences.

Today, she is a voiceover artist, yoga teacher, and musician, drumming in a band called HAG. Stever continues to expand The Legend of Barsicon series and is currently writing the follow-up novel, Divide and Conquer, the second installment in the series.

For review copies, interview requests, or additional information, please contact:

Angela Stever
BrightKey PR
authorangelastever@gmail.com

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National provider highlights critical gaps in AED programs across corporate, education, and public sectors.

WINDSOR, CT, UNITED STATES, March 20, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — In an industry where many organizations rely on a simple visual check to assume life-saving equipment is ready, AED SERVICE AMERICA is challenging long-standing misconceptions about automated external defibrillator (AED) maintenance and management.

For decades, organizations across the United States have operated under the belief that if an AED displays a green status indicator, it is ready to save a life. According to AED SERVICE AMERICA, that assumption can be dangerously misleading.

“A green status indicator does not mean a response-ready AED,” said Douglas C. Comstock, Founder and Director of Business Development at AED Service America. “It simply means the device passed its last self-check. It does not confirm pad integrity, battery performance under load, software readiness, or compliance with state-specific requirements.”

A Widespread Gap in AED Readiness

Industry experience and field audits conducted nationwide reveal a troubling pattern: a significant percentage of AEDs are not fully prepared for use in a sudden cardiac emergency. Common issues include expired or improperly installed pads, batteries nearing failure, missing rescue kits, and incomplete compliance documentation.

In high-stakes environments such as schools, corporate campuses, manufacturing facilities, and public venues, these gaps can result in critical delays—or worse—during a cardiac event.

“Most organizations are not neglecting their AED programs intentionally,” Comstock added. “They simply don’t realize that what they’ve been told is ‘maintenance’ is often just a surface-level check.”

Redefining AED Maintenance Through Accountability

AED Service America has built its national service model around a fundamentally different approach: verified, onsite AED maintenance and management.

Unlike traditional providers that rely on remote reminders, self-inspections, or unverified service visits, AED SERVICE AMERICA requires every Response Ready Technician to complete a comprehensive field inspection report onsite for each device. This report is submitted in real time and reviewed by an account manager before the technician proceeds to the next AED.

“This level of verification eliminates guesswork,” said Comstock. “It ensures that every AED we touch is not only inspected—but truly response-ready.”

Over the past five years, AED Service America has consistently delivered onsite service in under four hours for more than 99.9% of service events nationwide, despite maintaining a guaranteed response window of 48 hours.

From Equipment Ownership to Program Ownership

AED Service America emphasizes that AED ownership alone does not equate to preparedness. Instead, the company advocates for full program management—encompassing inspection, compliance, documentation, and response protocols.

“Our role is not to sell devices,” Comstock said. “Our role is to ensure that when a life is on the line, the AED performs exactly as expected—without exception.”

The company’s Response Ready^® service plans are designed to shift responsibility away from internal staff and onto a structured, accountable system managed by trained professionals.

A Culture Built on Caring and Precision

At the core of AED Service America’s approach is what the company calls a “Culture of Caring,” supported by its Three P’s: Punctuality, Professionalism, and Personability.

Clients across enterprise organizations, educational institutions, and healthcare environments have cited the company’s reliability and attention to detail as key differentiators.

“One of our clients told us we are not just one of their best vendors of the 200 they utilize—we are their best vendor, period,” Comstock noted. “That level of trust is earned through consistent execution.”

A Call for Greater Awareness

As sudden cardiac arrest continues to impact hundreds of thousands of individuals annually, AED Service America is encouraging organizations to take a closer look at their current programs.

“The question is not whether you have an AED,” said Comstock. “The question is whether it will be response-ready when you need it most.”

Organizations are encouraged to evaluate their AED readiness by examining not just device status, but the processes, accountability, and oversight behind their program.

About AED Service America
AED Service America is a nationwide provider of onsite AED maintenance, management, and compliance services. Serving clients across all 50 states, the company is dedicated exclusively to ensuring that AEDs are response-ready through verified inspections, rapid response times, and comprehensive program oversight. Learn more at AEDserviceAmerica.com.

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Douglas C Comstock
AED SERVICE AMERICA/PF WELLNESS CONSULTANTS
+1 860-331-6975
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We have buyers for HVAC, electrical, plumbing & site contractors. Confidential discussions now open for qualified owners.

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, UNITED STATES, March 20, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Transworld M&A Advisors, led by Partner and International Director of Sales Tom Milana, has been exclusively engaged to represent the sale of a highly profitable, vertically integrated construction and site development platform operating across South Florida.

The platform offers a fully integrated, single-source solution across excavation, underground utilities, hauling, debris removal, and recycling, positioning it as a premier acquisition target for private equity and strategic buyers.

Buyers Are Actively Acquiring—Not Waiting
This engagement comes on the heels of multiple recent transactions in the trades and construction sectors, where qualified buyers are aggressively pursuing scalable operators with strong infrastructure, equipment, and teams in place.

“We are seeing a clear shift—buyers are no longer waiting for deals, they are competing for them,” said Tom Milana. “Groups are actively deploying capital into construction, HVAC, plumbing, and infrastructure-related businesses right now.”

A Blueprint for Premium Valuations
The newly engaged platform represents what today’s buyers want:

Vertically integrated operations

Recurring and diversified revenue streams

Established crews and management

Significant equipment and asset base

Limited owner dependency

With over $12M+ in revenue and $4M+ in adjusted EBITDA, the business demonstrates both scale and profitability—two key drivers behind current premium valuations.

The Window Is Open for Owners Considering Exit
Transworld emphasizes that market conditions are strongly favoring sellers—particularly those in:

Electrical contracting

HVAC and mechanical services

Plumbing businesses

Site development and excavation

Trucking, hauling, and environmental services

However, not all businesses are receiving the same level of interest.

“Preparation and positioning matter more than ever,” Milana added. “Owners who have clean financials, transferable operations, and real infrastructure are commanding serious attention—and strong pricing.”

We Bring Buyers to the Table
Unlike traditional brokerage models, Transworld actively maintains relationships with:

Private equity groups executing roll-ups

Strategic acquirers expanding regionally

Family offices seeking cash-flowing platforms

Qualified owner-operators with capital

“We don’t just list businesses—we create a market,” said Milana. “Our buyers are vetted, funded, and actively looking. That’s the difference.”

Call to Action: Confidential Conversations Now Open
Transworld is selectively taking on new sell-side engagements across Florida and is encouraging business owners considering a sale—now or within the next 2–3 years—to initiate confidential discussions.

“If you’re thinking about retiring, de-risking, or capitalizing on what you’ve built, this is the moment to explore your options,” Milana said. “The demand is real—but timing and execution are everything.”

About Transworld M&A Advisors
Transworld M&A Advisors is a global leader in mergers and acquisitions, with over 250 offices worldwide and a track record of representing middle-market businesses across construction, services, and infrastructure sectors.

Thomas R. Milana
Transworld Business Advisors
+1 561-702-6867
tom@tworld.com
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