Los Angeles, CA - (NewMediaWire) - March 05, 2019 - NUGL Inc. (OTC: NUGL) (the “Company”), a one-stop shop for all things cannabis through the intelligent connection of consumers and companies, is pleased to announce the launch of its social media platform and expansion of staff for NUGL and NUGL Media Group. NUGL has launched the most dynamic social media platform online and in the cannabis industry, looking to compete with all existing social media platforms. NUGL’s new community possesses a distinct competitive advantage over companies such as Facebook and Instagram due to its ability to integrate with multiple NUGL profiles and menus.“The feedback we are getting is strong. Our user base now can interact and network to grow sales. Users can connect seamlessly without limits or constraints, allowing growth and the ability to leverage their social reach,” stated Brandon Vargas, CEO of NUGL. “For many people, current social media is one dimensional. Let’s say someone becomes a Realtor. They have to create a new page and then beg their friends to hit “Like.” With NUGL’s new platform the transformation is seamless and elegant.”NUGL is also pleased to announce Brent Buhrman has been added to the Board of Directors. “Brent is a 30-year veteran in the cannabis industry both in retail and manufacturing. He will add further insight and experience to the Company,” stated Vargas. “I am ecstatic to be a part of the NUGL team. NUGL is strategically changing the game and I want to be a part of it. In my 30+ years in the cannabis industry this is one of the biggest advances in the space,” stated Buhrman. Buhrman will be replacing Chris Adams who has resigned from the board after serving over a year. Mr. Adams has been a key component in assisting the development of the software and the Company thanks him for his service. NUGL has also added two additional members to the staff. This is in an effort to support the growth of the company and support the launch of the social media platform. Melissa Rondon will serve as Editor in Chief of NUGL Magazine and David Ruiz will serve as Video Producer / Editor of NUGL Magazine. Both Mellissa and David will be part of NUGL Media Group. You can read more about the new team members at http://www.nugl.com/about.html#teamAbout Brent BuhrmanBrent Buhrman has been actively involved in the cannabis industry for 30 years and is a true expert in many areas of the business. Under California Proposition 215, he has owned and successfully operated a medical cannabis delivery business from 1996-2009 as well as owned and operated one of the very first medicinal cannabis dispensaries located in Riverside county from 2009-2013. During that time his medicinal collective accumulated over 15,000 members and took several millions of dollars in donations every year.About David RuizMr. Ruiz was one of the founders of Culture Magazine, the cannabis community's pioneer in cannabis publishing with circulation in five states and home delivered subscriptions reaching across the globe. About Melissa RondonMelissa began writing professionally as a research writer, honing her skills for years before pursuing her dream of creating and publishing innovative content to readers across the globe.She has seen assignments ranging from freelance gigs to regular editorial duties within traditional publications. As a freelance writer and passionate cannabis advocate, she quickly found herself writing and performing editorial duties for several cannabis publications in a variety of different niches. About NUGLNUGL is the world’s first cannabis search app built for the people, by the people. Our goal is to build the most user-friendly app experience in the cannabis industry by listening to our users and giving them what they want. NUGL is the only cannabis search app that offers equal and unbiased search results. We don’t sell top-spot listings or fake reviews, so our data stays true. Use NUGL to search for genuine user-rated dispensaries, strains, doctors, lawyers, cannabis service providers, vape shops, hydro stores, ...

Miami, FL - (NewMediaWire) - March 05, 2019 - EAWC Technologies (OTC: EAWD) (also known as Eurosport Active World Corp) announces that it is launching The Blue Aqua Mission™ System, a state-of-the-art German engineered Atmosphere Water Generation (AWG) technology that is completely powered by renewable energy. The system is composed of a suite of intelligent software solutions for real-time optimization of process performance, and operates through its own innovative self-powered system. With The Blue Aqua Mission™ System, EAWC Technologies brings a tangible and real solution to the 700 million people in 43 countries that suffer today from water scarcity. Management will initially focus in the countries of South Africa, Peru and Mexico where it already has strong contacts, and fast implementation can occur with its project financing relationships.The Blue Aqua Mission™ System focuses on real-time automated optimization of the generation of water ensuring a stable operation with water generation up to 10,000 liters of water per day. The potential for this system is nothing short of extraordinary, and can be suitable for small and medium sized municipal and industrial water consumption needs in just about any part of the world.About EAWC Technologies:EAWC Technologies (www.eawctechnologies.com) (OTC: EAWD) operates under the public company Eurosport Active World Corp, a Florida Corporation. EAWC Technologies is an engineering services company in the green tech industry, formed as an outsourcing services green tech platform, which can provide an all-inclusive services package to assess the feasibility of the potential technological solutions for a project that seeks to achieve the close cycle of waste to energy and water generation by exploiting renewable technologies. The green tech industry is constantly evolving due to ongoing and increasing water scarcity, as well as increased energy need. EAWC is well positioned to offer engineering and technical consultancy to design the most accurate renewable technology solutions to these problems and to take advantage of this rapidly growing industry with many new markets.Forward-Looking StatementsThis press release may contain forward-looking statements. The words "believe," "expect," "should," "intend," "estimate," "projects," variations of such words and similar expressions identify forward-looking statements, but their absence does not mean that a statement is not a forward-looking statement. These forward-looking statements are based upon the Company's current expectations and are subject to a number of risks, uncertainties and assumptions. The Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Among the important factors that could cause actual results to differ significantly from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements are risks that are detailed in the Company's filings on file at https:www.sec.govContact Information: EAWC Technologies Ralph Hofmeier, CEO Email: hofmeierr@eawctechnologies.com Phone: (305) 517-7330

Weston, FL - (NewMediaWire) - March 05, 2019 - Monaker Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: MKGI), a technology leader in the travel and vacation rental markets, has been invited to present at the 31st Annual ROTH Conference being held at The Ritz Carlton, Laguna Niguel in Orange County, California, on March 17-19, 2019.The conference will feature presentations from public and private companies across a variety of industry sectors. Last year, the ROTH Conference hosted more than 4,700 attendees, including institutional investors, analysts, family offices and high net worth investors.Monaker CEO Bill Kerby is scheduled to present on Tuesday, March 19 at 3:00 p.m. Pacific time. He will be joined by the company’s director of corporate development, Richard Marshall, for one-on-one meetings with institutional analysts and investors.Management will discuss the company's recent launch of its next-generation Monaker Booking Engine (MBE) with 30 contracted travel distribution partners. Nine have now completed their integrations to search and book reservations from Monaker’s inventory of more than 2.6 million instantly-bookable vacation rental properties.The company’s presentation will be also webcast live and available for replay here and via the company’s website at monakergroup.com.To schedule a one-on-one meeting with Monaker, please contact your ROTH representative. For any questions about the company, contact Ron Both of CMA at (949) 432-7557 or submit your request here.About Roth Capital PartnersROTH Capital Partners, LLC (ROTH), is a relationship-driven investment bank focused on serving emerging growth companies and their investors. As a full-service investment bank, ROTH provides capital raising, M&A advisory, analytical research, trading, market-making services and corporate access. Headquartered in Newport Beach, CA, ROTH is privately-held and employee owned, and maintains offices throughout the U.S. For more information on ROTH, please visit www.roth.com.About Monaker GroupMonaker Group, Inc., is a technology-driven travel company focused on delivering innovation to the alternative lodging rental (ALR) market. The Monaker Booking Engine (MBE) provides access to more than 2.6 million instantly bookable vacation rental homes, villas, chalets, apartments, condos, resort residences, and castles. MBE offers travel distributors and agencies an industry first: a customizable, instant-booking platform for alternative lodging. For more about Monaker Group, visit www.monakergroup.com.Important Cautions Regarding Forward Looking StatementsThis release includes ''forward-looking statements'' within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Forward-looking statements give our current expectations, opinions, belief or forecasts of future events and performance. A statement identified by the use of forward-looking words including ''will,'' ''may,'' ''expects,'' ''projects,'' ''anticipates,'' ''plans,'' ''believes,'' ''estimate,'' ''should,'' and certain of the other foregoing statements may be deemed forward-looking statements. Although Monaker believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, these statements involve risks and uncertainties that may cause actual future activities and results to be materially different from those suggested or described in this news release. All forward-looking statements are expressly qualified in their entirety by the “Risk Factors” and other cautionary statements included in Monaker’s annual, quarterly and special reports, proxy statements and other public filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), including, but not limited to, the company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the period ended February 28, 2018 and the company's subsequently filed Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, which have been filed with the SEC and are available at www.sec.gov. Investors are cautioned that any forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and actual ...

Cave Creek, AZ - (NewMediaWire) - March 5, 2019 - CBD Unlimited, Inc. (OTC: EDXC) formerly known as Endexx Corporation (EDXC), a provider of innovative phytonutrient-based food and nutritional products, is pleased to announce its subsidiary, CBD Health Solutions, has engaged a private sales group to expand CBD Unlimited’s product reach, both nationally and internationally. CBD Health Solutions, LLC. was acquired by CBD Unlimited in 2015.“As we grow CBD Unlimited’s salesforce, we will have the capacity to enter several markets across the U.S. and internationally,” commented CEO & Chairman Todd Davis. “While scaling business exponentially, it remains evident to appoint a dedicated team with the consumer in mind. We plan to reach each and every consumer possible, who will truly benefit from our products.” This independently operated sales team will initially launch with a 25-person salesforce, expanding up to a 500-person salesforce over the next 2 years. The salesforce will help drive CBD Unlimited’s continued nationwide growth and expansion. About CBD Unlimited, Inc.CBD Unlimited, Inc., with its collaborative partners and consultants, develops and distributes two consumable product lines derived from Hemp, which is all-natural and rich in phyto-cannabinoids. Phyto-Bites® is its CBD-infused soft chews for dogs. The dog treats are formulated to promote health and support the reduction of separation anxiety, pain and inflammation.The company also has two key technology products and services that launched in 2014. Both products provide essential solutions to promote regulatory compliance and full accountability through asset protection, inventory management, compliance and an “end of sale” technology integration. Based on principles developed by the pharmacological industry, the integrated “Gorilla-Tek” platform is the first standardized hardware agnostic and software solution for tracking high- risk high-shrink regulated and restricted products that maintains compliance with federal, state and local regulations. It is intended to provide conformity with federal and state mandates. Gorilla-Tek™ is also a commercial-grade inventory control and dispensing device that provides up-to-the-minute accounting details and ensures both product and patient security. By automating the dispensing process, Gorilla-Tek™ increases productivity and reduces costs for retailers, while enhancing their service quality by reducing transaction time for customers.Websites include: www.cbdunlimited.com, and www.phytobites.com.Safe Harbor NoticeThis press release may contain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, such as statements relating to financial results and plans for future development activities and are thus prospective. Forward-looking statements include all statements that are not statements of historical fact regarding intent, belief or current expectations of the company, its directors or its officers. Investors are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the company’s ability to control. Actual results may differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements. Among the factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated in the forward-looking statements are risks and uncertainties associated with the company’s business and finances in general, including the ability to continue and manage its growth, competition, global economic conditions and other factors discussed in detail in the Company’s periodic filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements.Contact: For further investor and media information, contact: CBD Unlimited, Inc. Todd Davis Chairman & CEO Todd@cbdunlimited.com 480-595-6900

Seattle, WA - (NewMediaWire) - March 05, 2019 - CFN Media Group ("CFN Media"), the leading agency and financial media network dedicated to the North American cannabis industry, announces publication of an article discussing Helix TCS Inc.(OTCQB: HLIX), and how it provides the cannabis industry's most powerful and effective critical infrastructure services platform with market leading brands, like BioTrackTHC, Helix Security, Amercanex and Cannabase, to meet and exceed these requirements. The cannabis industry is one of the most complex frontier markets in the world. With a patchwork of regulations that's constantly changing, operators rely on trusted technology solutions to navigate these complexities, allowing them to focus on their business.CFN Media recently caught up with Helix TCS CFO, Scott Ogur, at the Boston NCIA conference where it won an award for Innovation In Technology for the category of Business Strategy and Innovation, to discuss these leading brands and where the company is headed over the coming year.Please click here to receive an investor fact sheet and corporate updatesCannot view this video? Visit:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gZJ6bhVHRiALet's take a look at some of the company's core products and near-term catalysts that could drive the stock over the coming year.BioTrackTHC Gets an UpgradeBioTrackTHC is the 800-pound gorilla in the seed-to-sale tracking, dispensary point of sale, and government compliance software market that has tracked over $18 billion in legal cannabis sales. In addition to its industry leading cannabis point-of-sale solution for dispensaries, the company offers a fully-integrated solution for cannabis cultivators to track their crops and remain compliant with government regulations, as well as for manufacturers and processors to track extracts and infused products. The company also has nine government contracts where its software is used to track and trace product throughout the supply chain.The company expects to roll out the widely-anticipated second generation BioTrackTHC point of sale software to select dispensaries in Spring 2019. The new version will contain improvements to the front-end user experience, as well as a world-class application programming interface (API) to make the solution more compatible with third-party software.Please click here to receive an investor fact sheet and corporate updatesHelix Security Expands Its FootprintHelix Security was an early pioneer of cannabis security services in Colorado, where it provides a 360-degree business security framework with a focus on cannabis industry compliance. These solutions include video, alarm and access control systems, as well as remote surveillance - or virtual guard - programs that generate high margin recurring revenue and deliver exceptional value to licensed operators.Over the past few months, Helix Security has expanded into California's market, where there is a much more significant market opportunity. The company will leverage its existing expertise built up in Colorado's market to capture market share in the Golden State, where there is soaring demand for cannabis business security services. The company could also expand into other states in the region where the cannabis industry is maturing.Amercanex Modernizes CannabisAmercanex is the most recently announced acquisition by Helix TCS. The Electronic Communications Network (ECN) will enable the company to deploy the industry's first compliant, real-time wholesale cannabis exchange to the global market. By incorporating BioTrackTHC into the mix, the product could revolutionize the way wholesale cannabis is traded and bring the industry closer to that of agricultural rivals.The blockchain-based technology provides participants with real-time electronic notifications and audit systems, quality assurance lab results and dispensary loyalty programs for repeat buyers.Please click here to receive an investor fact sheet and corporate updatesLooking AheadHelix TCS Inc. (OTCQB: HLIX) has built a brand that is trusted, compliant, and secure. Leveraging ...

ALAMO CA - (NewMediaWire) - March 05, 2019 - Social Detention Inc. SODE, would like to provide an update of our progress in acquiring companies that will provide revenue/profit growth, market share capture, first class management and a milestone on our journey to become a Billion Dollar Company. Based on our company structure and cash flow Social Detention Inc. is a best of breed public company poised to pounce on opportunities that solidify our core values:· Profitable· Above Market ROI· 30% Plus Return on Cash Deployed for Working CapitalMr. Robert P. Legg II, President/CEO of Social Detention Inc. (SODE), was quoted as saying, “Almost every day we are approached by industry veterans with opportunities to acquire well established and first class managed companies. These companies are attracted to our share structure and rock solid corporate experience. We narrow down our interest based on companies who have revenue, can provide SODE with an unfair advantage in the market and who have provided steady/predictable earnings over an extended time frame. We simply will not acquire companies to grow the top line but focus on companies that can add to the bottom line. We are in the final stages of finalizing several deals that will keep our share and cash position strong. I look forward to sharing these extraordinary opportunities as they fully materialize.” For more information about Social Detention Inc. visit www.sodetention.com.FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTSExcept for historical information, this news release contains forward-looking statements, within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These statements involve unknown risks, and uncertainties that may cause the Company's actual results or outcomes to be materially different from those anticipated and discussed herein. Important factors that might cause such differences are discussed in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements, if new information becomes available in the future.ROBERT P. LEGG II 925-575-4433 blegg@sodetention.com

Enterprise SaaS Solution Empowers STEAM Digital Media to Manage, Measure and Optimize Multi-Channel Campaigns for Growing Roster of Brand ClientsNewport Beach, Calif. - (NewMediaWire) - March 05, 2019 - Accelerize (OTCQB: ACLZ) (OTCBB: ACLZ) and its digital marketing software division CAKE today announced that STEAM, a full-service digital marketing agency, has boosted digital marketing performance for its expanding list of clients with CAKE’s marketing intelligence platform. STEAM leverages the cloud-based platform to track campaigns for clients across multiple digital marketing channels, manage affiliates, structure payouts, optimize campaign performance in real-time and more. With CAKE’s technology and industry-leading support team, the agency has achieved a stronger online presence and higher lead monetization results for its clients from a variety of direct-to-consumer industries, such as home improvement and e-commerce.“From the start, I had the mindset that we would not make any compromises on technology. The goal was to build a solid structural foundation by using the most powerful and robust digital marketing platform in the market to grow our business,” said Lindsey Ruttan, Founder of STEAM Digital Media. “CAKE is a phenomenal solution and our company has benefitted from the investment. Additionally, CAKE is dedicated to ensure that we receive an exceptional experience with the highest levels of service and support. Meeting the demands of advertisers and buyers can be complicated. CAKE provides detailed, real-time visibility and insights into cross-channel campaigns, plus world-class customer support to help drive our continued success.”STEAM, an acronym for Saving Time, Energy and Money, is a strategic partner with brands that enables them to extend their online presence through direct response marketing. The agency’s services include affiliate program management, online customer acquisition through email, social, search, mobile and video advertising, plus more.Digital advertising has long promised the ability to change how marketers interact with their customers. And now for the first time, digital ad spending in the U.S. will exceed traditional ad spending. According to eMarketer, this year will mark a major milestone in the world of advertising with total digital adspend growing 19% to $129.34 billion, which is 54.2% of estimated total U.S. ad spending. “There’s no question that digital marketing is a smart investment for brands to reach and engage with their audiences,” said Santi Pierini, CAKE President and Chief Operating Officer. “STEAM demonstrates the value that organizations uncover when they manage, measure and optimize digital marketing campaigns with CAKE, thereby driving higher monetization of leads and innovation through real-time marketing intelligence. It is great to see STEAM count on CAKE as a key component of its digital marketing strategy and technology for its expanding client base. We are proud that CAKE is providing forward-looking organizations like STEAM with a competitive advantage for continued growth.”About CAKE by AccelerizeCAKE, a division of Accelerize Inc., provides proprietary cloud-based solutions to collect, attribute and optimize the performance of digital marketing return on investment, in real-time. Bringing clarity to cross-channel marketing campaigns, we empower advertisers, agencies, publishers and networks from more than 50 countries worldwide with the insight to make intelligent marketing decisions. CAKE by Accelerize is headquartered in Newport Beach, Calif. with operations in London and New Delhi. For more information, visit www.getCAKE.com.About AccelerizeAccelerize Inc. (OTCQB: ACLZ) (OTCBB: ACLZ) offers marketing technology solutions that revolutionize the way advertisers leverage their digital advertising data. For more information, visit www.accelerize.com. Use of Forward-looking StatementsThis press release may contain forward-looking statements from Accelerize Inc. within the meaning of the "safe harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation ...

USN Requests Public Advice on Best City for New FactoryLOS ANGELES - (NewMediaWire) - March 05, 2019 - In preparation for manufacturing new MIFTEC Medical Generators, US Nuclear Corp. (OTCBB: UCLE) has started scouting cities to build its new manufacturing facility. The US Nuclear headquarters and current manufacturing plant are located in California, but associated costs may be prohibitive in building the new factory there due to high costs for manufacturing space, and housing. Additionally, travel time from headquarters to the new factory should be quick and easy, so the West coast is preferred over the East. For these reasons, US Nuclear has decided to survey two or more towns from each of the 11 western states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming. US Nuclear has devised a questionnaire with approximately 20 topics and 44 questions which will be used to develop fact sheets on each target town. Factory requirements so far entail one to two acres of indoor factory space with a minimum 24 foot ceilings; number of workers and skill levels to be determined. The public is invited to email their suggestions and reasons for most suitable city or town for this important new factory, including why you feel this is a great spot for a great business. Help us bring jobs to your favorite town -- Email to: info@usnuclearcorp.comSafe Harbor ActThis press release includes "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Actual results may differ from expectations, estimates and projections and, consequently, you should not rely on these forward looking statements as predictions of future events. Words such as "expect," "estimate," "project," "budget," "forecast," "anticipate," "intend," "plan," "may," "will," "could," "should," "believes," "predicts," "potential," "continue," and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties that could cause the actual results to differ materially from the expected results.Investors may find additional information regarding US Nuclear Corp. at the SEC website at http://www.sec.gov, or the company’s website at www.usnuclearcorp.comCONTACT: US Nuclear Corp. (OTCBB: UCLE) Robert I. Goldstein, President, CEO, and Chairman Rachel Boulds, Chief Financial Officer (818) 883 7043 Email: info@usnuclearcorp.com

New York, NY - (NewMediaWire) - March 05, 2019 - KYN Capital Group, Inc. (OTC: KYNC) announced today that the new CEO, Ms. Maria Daniels, has chosen to develop a unique finance and investment relationship with a private equity investment and consulting firm, Cold River Capital, Inc. This relationship will help the company to expand the current operations and potential Joint Ventures and acquisitions.Cold River Capital is currently engaged with various private equity firms and high net worth individuals to provide investments in to industries that KYNC is pursuing.About KYN Capital Group:KYN Capital Group, Inc. (OTC: KYNC) is a holding company of diverse companies with a focus in sustainable agriculture, nutraceuticals, and alternative energy. KYN Capital Group, Inc. also offers technical services geared for protection in corporate computing and security applications for cloud. http://kyncapitalgroup.com/. Notice Regarding Forward-Looking StatementsThis news release contains forward-looking statements, which reflect our views with respect to future events and financial performance. These forward-looking statements are subject to certain uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from such statements. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date the statement was made. We undertake no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. KYN Capital disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statement made herein.Contact Information: Susan Williams, PR Coordinator KYN Capital Group, Inc. 535 Fifth Avenue, 4th Floor New York, NY 10017 Email: info@kyncapitalgroupinc.com

(NewMediaWire) - March 05, 2019 - DALLAS - More than 40 CEOs from many of the world’s largest and most admired companies joined with the American Heart Association (AHA) today to advocate an action plan for employers to build a culture that nurtures and supports the emotional and mental health of their workforce. The AHA CEO Roundtable is promoting “Seven Actionable Strategies for Building a Mental Health-Friendly Workplace” — a roadmap for employers to tackle growing challenges highlighted in the leadership collaborative’s recent report titled, “Mental Health: A Workforce in Crisis.” This roadmap includes reversing pervasive stigma and discrimination towards people managing mental health disorders, training and educating leaders to recognize signs and offering available organizational Mental Health Plan resources, integrating evidence-based policies with comprehensive healthcare benefits, and inviting ongoing employee feedback to enhance workplace culture. The prevalence of mental illness among employees and the growing economic burden underscore the need for a workplace action plan. Roughly 45 million U.S. adults experience mental illness each year, according to a 2016 National Institute of Mental Health national survey. Depression alone costs the U.S. economy an estimated $210 billion per year, with more than 60 percent of the cost related to treating comorbid conditions such as diabetes and heart disease, according to a 2015 study published in the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry. Additionally, a recent national Harris Insights & Analytics survey commissioned by the AHA CEO Roundtable found three in four U.S. employees surveyed (76 percent) reported struggling with issues that negatively affect their mental health. The seven actionable strategies defined by an expert panel convened by the Association’s Center for Workplace Health Research and advocated for by the AHA CEO Roundtable will help employers confront the challenges highlighted in the AHA’s “Mental Health: A Workforce in Crisis” report. These strategies include: Leadership: Visibly position leaders to be proactive champions of a diverse and inclusive culture that supports a mental health-friendly workplace. Organizational and Environmental Support: Develop and implement a Mental Health Plan that is easy to access and easy to digest for all employees. Communications: Communicate clearly and often to employees about the organization’s mental health policies, medical benefits, programs, education resources, and training opportunities. Programs and Benefits: Offer a comprehensive package of employee-centered medical benefits and programs. Engagement: Involve employees in all aspects of mental health-related workplace decision-making. Community Partnership: Leverage community partnerships to promote the internal and external objectives of the Mental Health Plan. Reporting Outcomes: Identify evidence-based opportunities to continually improve the mental health and well-being of employees. Currently led by Johnson & Johnson Chairman and CEO Alex Gorsky and Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan, the 40 plus member CEO Roundtable leadership collaborative, established in 2013, pioneers innovative solutions to improve employee health and engagement through evidence-based interventions. The CEO Roundtable’s goal is to improve the lives of their collective 10 million employees and family members and is part of the AHA’s strategy to build powerful partnerships and develop solutions that accelerate scientific discovery, empower people and promote equitable access to optimal health. “Mental health is a global issue that face all of us, and companies are microcultures where people are arriving every day with burdens such as depression and anxiety,” said Nancy Brown, CEO, American Heart Association. “The first step is understanding that mental health and physical health are intrinsically linked and it’s critical to create a cultural norm where employees are comfortable coming forward and supervisors are equipped to recommend resources for employees to get the help they ...