SAN DIEGO, Oct. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — ORFLO Technologies, LLC today announced the official transition of its headquarters to El Cajon California, in the greater San Diego area.  Founded in 2010, the company has operated out of its original home in Ketchum Idaho for almost 15 years.  As a part of the expansion of United BioChannels (UBC), the relocation of its current subsidiary ORFLO to a centralized location will allow for more synergistic partnerships between ORFLO and other prospective UBC partners. 

“We have been very happy with the growth and progress that ORFLO has made after coming under our leadership,” said UBC’s President Jeff Whitmore.  “We look forward to the new opportunities on the horizon that the San Diego area will bring to both ORFLO and future endeavors”.

Terry Salyer, CEO of ORFLO, commented “Moving our business to the biotech hub in San Diego is a substantial change, and ORFLO will be able to improve our business with better access to important clients, talented people, and new partnerships. This change will be an invigorating event in the tenure of the company”. 

About ORFLO Technologies
ORFLO Technologies, LLC is a life sciences company that develops cell counting and characterization systems for quality control in bioprocessing workflows. The core of ORFLO’s instrumentation includes a patented disposable microfluidic flow cell and achieves the highest accuracy compared to other detection methods. Through the unique combination of electric impedance using Coulter Principle and fluorescence-based flow cytometry detection modes, Orflo’s instruments provide the next generation of cell characterization by measuring fluorescence and cell volume simultaneously and miniaturizes the power of a flow cytometer into a square foot of space.  This capability coupled with the simplicity, affordability, and elimination of all fluidics maintenance, enables several advantages over vision systems and has achieved over 3000 instruments sold.  For more information please visit https://www.orflo.com/. 

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MFV Expositions (“MFV”) and Comexposium, the nation’s leader in connecting the franchising world with motivated entrepreneurs, is prepping for their next trade show – the much anticipated Franchise Expo Austin. Set for Nov. 15-16 at the Renaissance Austin Hotel, the show will feature more than 125 exhibitors, host more than two dozen workshops and sessions, and is expected to draw a crowd of 1,500+ entrepreneurial candidates to a bustling trade show floor.

GLEN ROCK, N.J., Oct. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Franchising show sets sights on the No. 1 state for franchise growth on Nov. 15-16

MFV Expositions (“MFV”) and Comexposium, the nation’s leader in connecting the franchising world with motivated entrepreneurs, is prepping for their next trade show – the much anticipated Franchise Expo Austin. Set for Nov. 15-16 at the Renaissance Austin Hotel, the show will feature more than 125 exhibitors, host more than two dozen workshops and sessions, and is expected to draw a crowd of 1,500+ entrepreneurial candidates to a bustling trade show floor. It’s the perfect opportunity for prospective business owners to connect with exhibitors for one-on-one discussions about investing in franchise brands to establish an entrepreneurial future.

“This is the first time we’ve ever brought our franchise expo to Austin – which is one of the fastest growing cities in the U.S.,” stated Martin Joksimovic, president of MFV Expositions. “But it makes perfect sense when you consider that Texas has been named the No. 1 state for future franchise growth. The location we’ve chosen emphasizes our commitment to drill down into specific markets that not only have thriving economies, but also a stellar reputation for supporting and encouraging entrepreneurship. With an incredible lineup of big-name franchisors and exclusive programming from the Latino Franchise Association, this is a must-see event for entrepreneurial candidates who dream of owning a business of their own.”

The Franchise Expo Austin event will showcase a diverse collection of exhibitors, including franchise brands, vendors, and suppliers. Attendees can expect to encounter all kinds of business models – everything from food and beverage and automotive services to healthcare, popular retail outlets, and childcare. The expo’s first visit to Austin has drawn interest from some of the most influential and well-known franchisors in the industry, including 7-Eleven, Burger King, American Family Care, Perkins Restaurant and Bakery, Rosati’s Pizza, The Learning Experience, and Ziebart.

With over 125+ exhibitors, attendees will also have the opportunity to connect with several upstart and emerging brands that offer a lower barrier to entry, including Get a Haircut, Legato Living, and All States M.E.D.

The Franchise Expo Austin event has recruited an all-star cast of influential speakers, including:

– John Hayes, the Titus Chair for Franchise Leadership at Palm Beach Atlantic University

– Pete Crain, Franchise Feasibility Consultant at iFranchise Group

– Matthew Jonas, president and co-founder of TopFire Media

– Brian Luciani, Chief Development Officer at SMB Franchise Advisors

– Andre Kay, founder and CEO of SociallyBuzz

Franchise Expo Austin will also feature exclusive and original programming and events such as:

– Emerging Pavilion – reserved exclusively for emerging franchisors, those with 10 units or less can showcase their brands at the Emerging Pavilion, a busy location on the trade show floor

– Business Resource Center – this section, dubbed the “Supplier Zone” is reserved for a wide range of business suppliers and vendors that cater exclusively to the franchising industry

– Austin Unplugged – during the two-day expo, MFV Expositions and the franchise industry’s wildly popular Social Geek Radio team will be conducting podcast interviews on their Austin Unplugged Show, direct from the trade show floor

More than 25 insightful workshops and panel discussions are also on tap at the Franchise Expo Austin, featuring popular programming on How to Franchise Your Business and the A-to-Z’s of Buying a Franchise. All of the expo’s engaging sessions and programming is designed to help entrepreneurs and franchisors learn more about the franchise investigating process, scaling, marketing, selling, and organizational strategies, as well as how to secure the right resources and connections.

One of the most anticipated events of Franchise Expo Austin is the exclusive programming presented by the Latino Franchise Association (LFA). Led by founder and CEO Rafael Alvarez, the LFA will offer a series of informative panel discussions and presentations that explore the impact, progress, and promise of Hispanic entrepreneurship – both here in the U.S. and in Latin America. “As the leading minority trade association in the franchising industry, we’re looking forward to educating attendees and exhibitors on the power of franchising’s role to promote more social and economic inclusion and equity for Latinos,” stated Alvarez. “The Latino entrepreneurial community is a significant contributor to economic development and prosperity in the U.S., but we need to expand our efforts further so that even more Latinos have the opportunity to establish intergenerational wealth.”

In 2024, MFV’s franchise expos in New York City, Los Angeles, and Fort Lauderdale all experienced record-breaking attendance. Entrepreneurial candidates looking to attend the Franchise Expo Austin event can register online, as well as franchisors looking to exhibit at the expo. For more information, including details on travel and lodging, please visit https://www.franchiseexpo.com/austin.

About MFV Expositions:

MFV Expositions is the world’s largest producer of franchise expos, known for its highly successful franchise events produced throughout the U.S. and around the world. The company offers face-to-face opportunities for prospective franchisees to meet franchisors looking to grow their brand. Each expo features franchise concepts representing nearly every industry and investment level, along with a robust conference program for attendees and franchisors.

About Comexposium:

Comexposium is one of the world’s leading event organizers. Globally, it hosts more than 135 B2B and B2C events across many different sectors, including agriculture, construction, fashion, food, health, leisure, real estate, retail, security and tourism. With events in over 30 countries, Comexposium welcomes more than 3.5 million visitors and 48,000 exhibitors annually. Headquartered in France, Comexposium’s employees and sales network operate in 20 countries.

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KANSAS CITY, Mo., Oct. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — CRB, a leading provider of sustainable engineering, architecture, construction and consulting services to the life sciences and food and beverage industries, proudly celebrates Niranjan Kulkarni, PhD, the CRB Senior Director of Consulting Services who was recently awarded the 2024 Max Seales Yonker Member of the Year honor by the International Society of Pharmaceutical Engineering.

Kulkarni accepted the award Oct. 15 at ISPE’s Annual Meeting in Orlando – one of three honors awarded to CRB leaders at the close of the yearly conference of pharmaceutical professionals.

The Member of the Year honor recognizes the ISPE member who has made the most significant contribution to the organization in the past year. At CRB, Kulkarni helps biopharma organizations improve their manufacturing efficiencies, increase production, and better manage supply chains. For ISPE, he’s known as a cherished volunteer and mentor who gives countless hours to others in the name of knowledge sharing, camaraderie and, ultimately, helping patients.

In announcing the honor on its website, ISPE said “Dr. Kulkarni has been a tireless advocate for member engagement, particularly encouraging young professionals to get involved with ISPE. His leadership and mentorship have inspired others to join and contribute to the Society, expanding ISPE’s reach and influence. Through his dedication, Dr. Kulkarni exemplifies the qualities honored by the Max Seales Yonker Award—commitment, service, and lasting impact on the ISPE community.”

The ISPE conference also included these CRB highlights:

Company co-founder and Executive Chairman of the Board Jeff Biskup formally began his new role as Chair of the ISPE International Board of Directors. Much of Biskup’s career has been spent supporting ISPE and its mission of leading scientific, technical, and regulatory advancement throughout the entire pharmaceutical lifecycle.Yvonne Duckworth, PE, a CRB Fellow of Digital Technology, is part of the industry group awarded the ISPE Committee of The Year Award for creating the Pharma 4.0 Baseline Guide. The guide addresses the transformative potential of adopting end-to-end approaches for products and processes, and engaging and utilizing personnel in innovative ways. Duckworth co-authored the guide, with CRB’s Matt Edwards joining the outstanding group of industry subject matter experts as a contributor.

About CRB

CRB is a leading provider of sustainable engineering, architecture, construction and consulting solutions to the global life sciences and advanced technology industries. From 20 offices across the United States, Canada and Europe, our professionals provide world-class solutions that drive success and positive change for our clients, our people and our communities. CRB is a privately held company with a rich history of serving clients throughout the world, consistently striving for the highest standard of technical knowledge, creativity and execution. See us at crbgroup.com, and follow us on LinkedIn. 

Media Contact: Chris Clark, chris.clark@crbgroup.com

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