Global Economic Press

In this episode of Global Economic Press, Alex Brady delves into the innovative advancements in restaurant menu printing spearheaded by AxiomPrint, a commercial printing company based in Los Angeles. AxiomPrint is setting new industry standards with its state-of-the-art lamination technology and premium Scodix embellishments. These advancements allow the company to offer a wide array of custom menu printing services, including dine-in, takeout, laminated, folded, and specialty premium menus. The company's founder, Gary, emphasizes the importance of a menu as a crucial element of a restaurant's physical experience, ensuring that the material, texture, color, format, and finishing align with the restaurant's overall atmosphere.

AxiomPrint's new lamination equipment enhances menu durability, making them resistant to spills, fingerprints, and frequent handling, which is essential for high-traffic environments like restaurants. Additionally, their Scodix digital enhancement technology offers premium finishing options, such as raised spot ultraviolet and digital foil, allowing restaurants to create menus that reflect their unique identity. Whether it's a fine-dining establishment seeking elegant metallic foil or a modern cocktail bar opting for bold textures, AxiomPrint provides tailored solutions for diverse restaurant concepts. The company supports both independent restaurants and multi-location brands with its comprehensive menu printing services, ensuring consistent quality and timely delivery. For more information, visit AxiomPrint's website.

In this episode of Global Economic Press, Alex Brady delves into the dynamic world of software-as-a-service solutions, highlighting the achievements of InboxAlly, which has been named a finalist in the prestigious 2026 Software-as-a-Service Awards. The discussion focuses on InboxAlly's recognition in two categories: Most Innovative Software-as-a-Service Solution and Best Software-as-a-Service Solution for Sales, Marketing, and Customer Relationship Management. The Software-as-a-Service Awards, operated by The Cloud Awards, celebrates a decade of recognizing software excellence and innovation across various sectors. Alex explores how InboxAlly's commitment to improving email deliverability and protecting sender reputation has set it apart in the competitive landscape.

James Williams, Chief Executive Officer of The Cloud Awards, emphasizes the importance of reliability and performance in software solutions, noting that InboxAlly exemplifies these qualities. Darren Blumenfeld from InboxAlly expresses pride in the company's finalist status, underscoring their dedication to providing organizations with tools to enhance email communication. The winners of the Software-as-a-Service Awards will be announced on August 11, 2026, and the program will continue to recognize excellence in the coming years. For more information about InboxAlly and their innovative solutions, visit their website at InboxAlly.

In this episode of Global Economic Press, Alex Brady delves into the recent developments at Digital Ascension Group, a company at the forefront of investment management and digital asset strategy. The episode highlights the company's strategic move to expand its platform, unifying investment management, estate planning, and digital asset strategy into a comprehensive solution. This expansion includes the rebranding of their digital asset advisory platform as DAG-Wealth and the introduction of DAG Private Client, which offers estate planning, entity structuring, and tax preparation referrals. This unified approach aims to simplify the complex financial landscape for clients and advisors, allowing them to manage wealth and digital assets seamlessly.

Digital Ascension Group's initiative addresses the growing need for coordinated planning across investments, tax, estate, governance, and compliance functions, especially as digital assets gain traction among family offices. Founders Jake Claver and Max Avery recognized the challenges faced by digital asset investors who previously relied on multiple providers. By integrating various financial services under one roof, the company offers a streamlined experience for clients. The episode also mentions recent senior hires from prestigious firms like Goldman Sachs and BlackRock, underscoring the company's commitment to maintaining high standards in wealth management. For more information, visit DAG.com.

In this episode of Global Economic Press, Alex Brady discusses a significant development in sustainable investing with the recent hiring of Mike Vines by Earth Equity Advisors. Earth Equity Advisors, a leader in sustainable wealth management, has brought Vines on board as a financial advisor in their Asheville office. With over a decade of experience in business development and client service, Vines is expected to enhance the firm's client services and expand its reach. His background includes roles at 1847 Financial and PNC Bank, where he was recognized for his expertise in wealth management referrals. Vines' commitment to environmental stewardship aligns with Earth Equity's sustainable and impact-driven investment philosophy, making him a valuable addition to the team.

Peter Krull, Partner and Director of Sustainable Investing at Earth Equity, expressed confidence in Vines' ability to support clients in aligning their investments with their values. Vines, a long-time resident of Western North Carolina, brings a unique perspective shaped by his experience leading wilderness expeditions. He holds a Master of Financial Technology and Analytics from Wake Forest University and is a Certified Exit Planning Advisor. Earth Equity Advisors, based in Asheville, North Carolina, has been helping clients achieve their financial goals through sustainable investing for over 20 years. For more information about Earth Equity Advisors, visit their website at www.earthequityadvisors.com.

In this episode of Global Economic Press, Alex Brady delves into a significant trend in the housing market where American homeowners are increasingly investing in their existing outdoor spaces. This shift is largely driven by the rising costs and uncertainties associated with purchasing new homes. The discussion centers around a new report from Porch Life, which highlights how high moving costs, limited housing inventory, and a preference for enhancing everyday comfort are prompting homeowners to explore the potential of their current properties. The report emphasizes that many households are opting to improve their outdoor spaces, such as covered porches, patios, and decks, to make them more functional and enjoyable throughout the year. This trend is supported by national remodeling data, which shows that spending on home improvements remains above pre-pandemic levels, driven by factors like aging housing stock and elevated property values.

The Porch Life Report identifies porch conversions as a key aspect of the "improve, don't move" movement, offering a practical alternative to major home additions. Porch conversions utilize existing structures to create more protected three-season living areas, using custom vinyl porch windows and doors to shield against weather and insects while maintaining ventilation and views. This approach allows homeowners to enhance their living spaces without the extensive costs and disruptions of traditional room additions. The report also highlights opportunities for contractors and outdoor-living professionals to expand their services by partnering with specialized suppliers like Porch Life, which provides custom-made porch components. For more information on porch planning and products, visit Porch Life's website at https://porchlifedirect.com/.

In this episode of Global Economic Press, Alex Brady delves into the e-commerce success story of RTA Outdoor Living, a company that has achieved an impressive milestone by garnering over 1,000 Google reviews with a perfect 5-star rating. This achievement is particularly noteworthy as RTA Outdoor Living sells high-value custom outdoor kitchens entirely online, without customers seeing the product in person before purchase. The podcast explores the company's innovative approach to customer service, which includes a proactive Customer Success model that guides homeowners through every stage of the process, from design to installation. This model has been instrumental in building trust and confidence among customers in a virtual marketplace.

RTA Outdoor Living's commitment to customer satisfaction is evident in their handling of challenges, such as a project in Tennessee where a kitchen was destroyed during transit. The company's swift response and dedication to resolving the issue exemplify their core values of ownership and honest communication. By maintaining consistent communication and providing expert guidance, RTA Outdoor Living ensures a seamless experience for their customers. The company's success is further highlighted by the frequent mentions of "design" and "process" in customer reviews, indicating that clients value the entire project experience. For more information about RTA Outdoor Living and their custom outdoor kitchen solutions, visit their website at RTA Outdoor Living.

In this episode of Global Economic Press, Alex Brady discusses a significant advancement in youth mental health care, highlighting the efforts of A Child's Light, a non-profit organization based in Chester County. The organization has been awarded a $6,500 grant from the Westfield Legacy of Caring Program, facilitated through a partnership with Miller's Insurance Agency, Inc. This funding is set to expedite mental health support for young individuals who have experienced severe trauma, aiming to transform the lives of vulnerable children in the area. By directly paying a private network of over 100 trauma-informed therapists, A Child's Light is able to bypass systemic delays in subsidized mental health care, which often involve waitlists of several months, and provide specialized care to at-risk youth in as little as five days.

The grant will cover the upfront costs for immediate, specialized therapeutic interventions, funding the first 12 therapy sessions over three months for local children. This early intervention is crucial in addressing deep-rooted pain before it becomes ingrained in permanent neural pathways, thus preventing childhood trauma from leading to self-medication, substance use, or future involvement in the juvenile justice system. Leslie Holt, Founder and Executive Director of A Child's Light, expressed immense gratitude for the grant, emphasizing its potential to change children's lives. The Westfield Legacy of Caring Program, funded by the Westfield Insurance Foundation, empowers independent insurance agents to direct critical funding to local nonprofits, making A Child's Light's mission a perfect fit for the award. For more information about A Child's Light and their initiatives, visit their website at https://childslight.com.

In this episode of Global Economic Press, Alex Brady explores a fascinating cultural shift in Britain, where the nostalgia for the 1990s has seemingly surpassed that of the 1980s. This trend, observed by Australian entertainer Matt Hale, indicates that music from the 1990s is becoming the preferred soundtrack for audiences across the United Kingdom and Australia. Hale, who has been performing to tens of thousands of people over more than a decade, notes that the shift in nostalgia is evident in live performances and cultural events, with 1990s anthems like "Wonderwall" and "Freed From Desire" resonating strongly with audiences. This change was particularly noticeable during this summer's World Cup, where stadiums echoed with 1990s hits, highlighting a broader cultural movement.

Matt Hale attributes this shift to the "reminiscence bump," a psychological phenomenon where music from one's teenage years and early adulthood creates powerful lifelong memories. As millennials, who grew up in the 1990s, become a significant demographic in live entertainment, it is natural for the soundtrack of British nostalgia to evolve with them. Beyond football, the resurgence of 1990s culture is evident in fashion, television reboots, and major music events like the Oasis reunion. Hale invites the public to join the debate on whether the 1990s have officially overtaken the 1980s as Britain's favorite nostalgia decade. For more information about Matt Hale and his shows, visit Matt Hale Hypnosis.

In this episode of Global Economic Press, Alex Brady discusses the remarkable journey of Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Franklin County, a company that has become a vital part of its community by providing essential plumbing services. Celebrating 25 years in business, with 20 of those years as a Mr. Rooter franchise, the company has played a significant role in maintaining local economic stability in Saint Clair, Missouri. The discussion highlights the importance of small businesses in regional economies and the trust and reliability that service industries must uphold. Brad Pierce, the owner, emphasizes the company's dedication to customer satisfaction and its commitment to being the best plumbing service provider in the area.

Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Franklin County offers a wide range of services, including clogged drain repair, sewer repair, water heater services, and emergency plumbing, all delivered with transparency and professionalism. The company has earned a stellar reputation, reflected in over 450 Google reviews with a 4.9-star rating. As a local provider, they prioritize rapid response, same-day service, and emergency availability to minimize disruptions for homeowners. Looking to the future, Mr. Rooter Plumbing plans to expand its service capacity and create more local jobs, reinforcing its commitment to the community. For more information, visit their website at Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Franklin County.

In this episode of Global Economic Press, Alex Brady discusses the significant expansion of Smart Supply Deals, a leading online retail company. The company has announced the addition of over 100,000 products to its online marketplace, covering a wide array of categories such as office supplies, medical equipment, home essentials, classroom supplies, outdoor living, furniture, and fashion. This expansion is aimed at simplifying the shopping experience for customers across the United States by providing a comprehensive one-stop online store that combines quality with competitive pricing. Smart Supply Deals is committed to making the sourcing of everyday essentials simple, affordable, and hassle-free, further enhancing its reputation for excellent customer service and competitive pricing.

David Sandel, spokesperson for Smart Supply Deals, highlights that this expansion marks a pivotal moment for the company, as it seeks to meet the evolving demands of businesses, organizations, and individuals looking for reliable products. The meticulously curated product range ensures that customers have access to the best products available, backed by the company's dedication to quality and service. From office essentials to outdoor living, Smart Supply Deals is dedicated to providing solutions that help customers stay productive and organized. For more information about the expanded product offerings, visit Smart Supply Deals.