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Amazon Best Selling Author Matt George Launches 50-City ‘Change Lives Save Lives Tour’ in Boston on October 11

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Matt George embarks on 50-City ‘Change Lives Save Lives Tour’ and releases two books, ‘The Nonprofit Prophet’ and ‘Starfish Among Us’ on October 13. Original ‘Shark Tank’ co-host Kevin Harrington and ‘Chicken Soup for the Soul’ Co-Founder Mark Victor Hansen appear on select tour dates.

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Matt George, executive leadership business coach, host of the television series “Business Forward,” and author of the No. 1 Amazon Best Seller “Nonprofit Game Plan: The Proven Strategy for Nonprofit Success,” embarks on the 50-city “Change Lives Saves Lives Tour” launching in Boston on October 11. The coast-to-coast tour ends on December 18 in Virginia Beach. Two of George’s mentors will join him on select dates. Kevin Harrington, original “Shark Tank” co-host and Harrington Enterprises founder, will speak in Tampa and St. Petersburg, FL, on December 8. Mark Victor Hansen, creator and co-founder of “The New York Times” Best Seller “Chicken Soup for the Soul,” will accompany George in Phoenix, AZ on November 7 and Scottsdale, AZ on November 8. (See complete tour schedule below.)

“The mission of the tour is to inspire leaders in every community to share a vision of true collaboration and unite communities with common goals through a servant leadership model focusing on taking care of each other.” — Matt George

The “Change Lives Save Lives Tour” coincides with the release of George’s two new fiction books, “The Nonprofit Prophet” and “Starfish Among Us” on October 13. Both titles are published by Hansen’s Mark Victor Hansen Library.

During the “Change Lives Save Lives Tour,” George will share valuable lessons learned during his over 30 years of experience as a CEO of nonprofit organizations and his current role as President at employeeInsite. “We as a nation have lost our way in many areas,” he says. “The mission of the tour is to inspire leaders in every community to share a vision of true collaboration and unite communities with common goals through a servant leadership model focusing on taking care of each other.”

“The Nonprofit Prophet” and “Starfish Among Us” narratives support George’s Change Lives Save Lives message. “The Nonprofit Prophet” tells the transformative story of a 60-year-old businessman who takes on the mission of making a real change in his community while confronted with homelessness and poverty. Written with middle school and high school readers in mind, “Starfish Among Us” is about a high school student who befriends a classmate who is being bullied and, in turn, is inspired by his new friend’s resilience, hardship, and humility.

While the stories are fiction, they are based on real-life experiences George observed during his career as a CEO. “Instead of writing a self-help book, I really thought a fiction book with real-life experiences that I have seen would be the best way to tell the stories with the most clarity,” he says.

Publisher Hansen, who describes George as “the master maestro of orchestrating greatness of nonprofit 501c3’s,” says he is honored to support George’s publishing career. “Matt has the largest book launch in human history, and I am so thankful in cheering Matt George on to spreading the word of uniting communities.”

Harrington, who dubbed George the “Nonprofit Prophet,” says George is a model leader. “In Matt’s first book, ‘Nonprofit Game Plan,’ I said he was the nonprofit CEO of our time,” he says. “In his quest to make change for the better, he now takes on a more important title. He is now the ‘Nonprofit Prophet.’ Matt George can take any situation and find a positive. He speaks of empathy and can back it up at every turn. That is leadership.”

About Matt George

Matt George is a multifaceted leader with roles including President of employeeInsite, Harvard Business School Executive Leadership Coach, Author, TV Host, and Speaker. With over 30 years of front-line nonprofit experience, he’s been a President/CEO, and authored an Amazon Best Seller, “Nonprofit Game Plan.” He challenges the traditional nonprofit model, advocating for a business-oriented approach. His commitment to community improvement has earned him recognition, including the George H.W. Bush Points of Light Award. Coined as the “Nonprofit Prophet” by Kevin Harrington, Matt is traveling across the country, spreading positive impact to community leaders on his mission to “Change Lives and Save Lives Daily.”

“Change Lives Save Lives Tour” dates

October 11Boston, MA

October 14Lowell, MA

October 15New York, NY

October 16East Brunswick, NJ

October 17Philadelphia, PA

October 18Washington, DC

October 19Pittsburgh, PA

October 20Rochester, NY

October 23Cleveland, OH

October 24Columbus, OH

October 25Cincinnati, OH

October 26Muncie, IN

October 27Indianapolis, IN

October 28Peoria, IL

October 29Peoria, IL

October 30Rockford, IL

October 31Milwaukee, WI

November 1Chicago, IL

November 2Peoria, IL

November 5Las Vegas, NV

November 6Las Vegas, NV

November 7Phoenix, AZ

November 8Scottsdale, AZ

November 9San Diego, CA

November 10Los Angeles, CA

November 12 – Wine Country, CA

November 13 – Wine Country, CA

November 15Portland, OR

November 16Seattle, WA

November 17Boise, ID

November 18Salt Lake City, UT

November 20Denver, CO

November 21Santa Fe, NM

November 27Houston, TX

November 28Austin, TX

November 29Dallas, TX

December 1Carbondale, IL

December 2Champaign, IL

December 4Nashville, TN

December 5Knoxville, TN

December 6Atlanta, GA

December 7Tallahassee, FL

December 8Tampa/St. Petersburg, FL

December 9Orlando, FL

December 12Sarasota, FL

December 13Naples, FL

December 14Miami, FL

December 17Charlotte, NC

December 18Virginia Beach, VA

To schedule an interview with Matt George or to receive PDF proofs of “The Nonprofit Prophet” or “Starfish Among Us,” contact Billy Johnson, Jr., at billy@mediaandrepertoire.com, Chris Contreras at chris@mediaandrepertoire.com or Jenay Reed at jenay@mediaandrepertoire.com.

Connect With Matt George

Website: https://themattgeorge.com/

Instagram @therealmattgeorge : https://www.instagram.com/therealmattgeorge/

Facebook @themattgeorge : https://www.facebook.com/themattgeorge/

TikTok @therealmattgeorge : https://www.tiktok.com/@therealmattgeorge

LinkedIn @the-matt-george : https://www.linkedin.com/in/the-matt-george/

YouTube @themattgeorge : https://www.youtube.com/@themattgeorge/featured

Media Inquiries:

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Billy Johnson, Jr.
billy@mediaandrepertoire.com
(661) 607-2610

Chris Contreras
chris@mediaandrepertoire.com

Jenay Reed
jenay@mediaandrepertoire.com

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The New DePin: OKZOO’s Environmental AIoT Machine Network Leads New Tech Trend

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HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, April 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The “new DePin” (Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Network) trend is arising, as OKZOO’s AIoT devices see explosive growth and traction.

AIoT is short for AI combined with Internet of Things (AIoT), a new category that bridges physical hardware with decentralized network. OKZOO uses AIoT devices to gather environmental data such as noise pollution, air pollution, CO2 levels, and humidity.

OKZOO has already seen massive adoption with 12 million ecosystem users, primarily through its virtual AI pet apps OKZOO V1 and V2.

How AI Pets and Portal Devices Collect Environmental Data

OKZOO’s development began with an intriguing hypothesis: could engaging pet applications serve as the foundation for sophisticated real-world AIoT networks? The team systematically validated this concept through strategic platform iterations.

Their V1 release, a straightforward pet simulator, attracted 7 million users, demonstrating that emotional connections remain powerful in today’s digital landscape. Following this achievement, V2 introduced AI-powered pets capable of learning and evolution, gaining 700,000 users within its initial month.

This validated market traction led to the creation of the P-mini—a compact AIoT device that integrates digital pets with environmental monitoring technology. The P-mini o1 incorporates both sensor technology and an interactive AI companion that reacts to environmental conditions, enabling digital pets to exist in contexts beyond traditional screens.

Traditional environmental monitoring faces significant challenges: data sparsity, lack of real-time granularity, and verification difficulties. Government sensors provide only generalized data that misses hyperlocal variations in air quality, noise pollution, and other environmental factors that directly impact daily life.

This creates blind spots in urban environments where pollution levels can vary dramatically between neighborhoods or even streets.

The P-mini addresses these gaps by creating a grassroots network of sensors collecting street-level data. What sets OKZOO apart from conventional DePin networks is its innovative approach to user engagement. Rather than relying solely on financial incentives, the P-mini integrates virtual pets that respond to environmental surroundings, transforming data collection into an interactive, emotional experience.

In-House Manufacturing Capabilities

A key competitive advantage for OKZOO lies in its in-house manufacturing capabilities. Unlike many projects that rely on third-party manufacturers, OKZOO controls its hardware production process, ensuring scalability, quality control, and faster iteration based on user feedback. This vertical integration allows for rapid adaptation to market demands and technological advances.

The ecosystem operates on an incentive model that rewards users for running P-mini devices and contributing environmental data. These contributions establish a comprehensive database powering sophisticated AI applications ranging from customized health guidance to urban planning solutions.

As environmental awareness becomes increasingly important, OKZOO positions itself at the intersection of utility and engagement. By making data collection enjoyable through pet companions, the project creates sustainable user participation while addressing real environmental monitoring needs.

For a market seeking practical applications, OKZOO’s unique positioning across AI, environmental monitoring, and hardware manufacturing presents a compelling vision for addressing real-world challenges while creating engaging user experiences.

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CCTV4: 20th China Film Huabiao Awards

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BEIJING, April 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The latest data from the National Film Administration have revealed that the box office revenue of the mainland Chinese film market has already passed the 25 billion yuan (US$3.4 billion) mark in 2025. This compares to 42.5 billion yuan (US$5.8 billion) for the whole of last year, and shows that Chinese cinema is continuing to dominate the global film market. In 2025, the world is celebrating 130 years of cinema and China is marking the 120th anniversary of its own film industry. On April 27th Qingdao in Shandong Province is hosting the 20th China Film Huabiao Awards ceremony. Hundreds of industry luminaries will gather for the event, the theme of which is “Building Dreams through Film, Embracing the Spirit of the Era”. Together they will honor the collaborative and pioneering spirit of China’s filmmakers and celebrate the outstanding progress made by its film sector. The gala will be broadcast live on the CCTV-6 Movie Channel and the CCTV-4 Chinese International Channel, with simultaneous online coverage on China Media Group’s multi-platform networks, the Movie Channel’s own digital ecosystem, and other online platforms.

 

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Petal Ads Hosts “Think Tank 2025” Seminar in Japan to Empower Japanese Companies’ Global Expansion

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TOKYO, April 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Petal Ads, Huawei’s leading global mobile advertising platform, today successfully hosted the “Think Tank 2025” seminar in Japan. The event convened prominent brands and domestic agencies from the travel, beauty, luxury goods and lifestyle services sectors to showcase Huawei’s all-scenario intelligent advertising solutions built on the HarmonyOS ecosystem, offering Japanese enterprises fresh digital-marketing strategies for entering the Chinese and wider global markets.

As a technology company deeply rooted in Japan for nearly two decades, Huawei leverages its global ecosystem and the innovation of HarmonyOS to continuously empower partners’ digital transformation. “Through in-depth local insights, we have built an intelligent advertising platform that connects global users,” said Zhou Rong, Director of Asia-Pacific Ecosystem Development and Operations at Huawei Consumer Business Group. “Petal Ads’ unique all-scenario solutions not only precisely reach segmented audiences but also help Japanese brands unlock commercial value in cross-cultural communication.”

At the seminar, Yang Yang, Global Marketing Director of Huawei Ads, presented an integrated marketing strategy within the HarmonyOS ecosystem. Syaliza Abd Aziz, Japan representative of the Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board, discussed her organization’s strategic partnership with Petal Ads on Visit Malaysia 2026. Colin Duan, Chief Product Officer of third-party data firm QuestMobile, used detailed analytics to decode Chinese internet users’ consumption patterns in travel, beauty and other industries, providing decision-making insights for Japanese companies’ local-market campaigns. Fukuzumi Ryo, co-founder of leading Japanese ad agency Unbot, shared multiple success stories on site, demonstrating Petal Ads’ technical strengths in precise customer acquisition and performance conversion in Japan.

The upgraded “Think Tank 2025” marks a significant milestone in Petal Ads’ globalization strategy. With three core advantages—intelligent ad technology, a premium global user base and customizable all-scenario solutions—the platform now delivers monetization services to 53,000 apps across more than 200 industries worldwide. Looking ahead, Petal Ads will deepen strategic collaborations with its Japanese partners and continue to foster more high-quality brands’ international growth through an innovative digital-marketing ecosystem.

For more information, please visit: https://ads.huawei.com/

About Petal Ads

Petal Ads is Huawei Terminal Cloud Services’ global commercial-service platform, dedicated to providing advertisers and developers with intelligent marketing and traffic-monetization solutions. As of March 2023, the platform spans over 200 industry verticals and operates in more than 170 countries and regions, continually empowering partners’ commercial growth and brand enhancement via HarmonyOS’s all-scenario intelligent distribution capabilities.

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