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Associated Press
28-04-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Seggern joins Abundance Studios® as Producer
AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 / / -- Abundance Studios® is proud to welcome Ray Seggern, founder of Seggern Systems, as a Producer. A renowned expert in storytelling, marketing, and media, Ray brings decades of experience in crafting compelling narratives that elevate brands and inspire audiences. His addition strengthens the mission of Abundance Studios® as a collaborative venture dedicated to sharing some of the world's most impactful stories through world-class media. Ray's deep understanding of storytelling and audience engagement, with brands and in cinema, makes him a valuable addition to Abundance. His ability to craft narratives aligns with the studio's commitment to films that inspire and drive change. As a producer, he'll play a key role in amplifying the studio's documentaries, ensuring these stories reach and move the audiences they're meant for. 'Abundance is a perfect fit for me. It's an amazing tribe of forward-thinking, creative, and entrepreneurial types,' said Seggern. 'I'm excited to contribute to storytelling that makes a real impact, and Nick's someone to learn from and continue to hone my craft.' Abundance Studios® is currently in production on a diverse slate of films, including documentaries about Guy Harvey, Kathie Lee Gifford, Aerial Recovery, CreatiVets, City of Refuge, and more. By collaborating with industry experts and storytellers like Ray, the studio continues to produce films that inspire and transform. About Ray Seggern Ray Seggern is best known for his two-decade tenure as a partner with Wizard of Ads®, where he has helped business owners refine their unique value propositions and dominate their markets. His ability to quickly assess and solve marketing challenges has earned him a reputation as a trusted advisor to entrepreneurs and business leaders. Beyond marketing, Ray has a longstanding passion for film and music. Based in Austin, TX, he has been actively involved in numerous creative projects, lending his expertise as a producer and strategist, (and now, director). His extensive experience in radio, where he spent over 25 years both on-air and in management, laid the foundation for his ability to connect with audiences and champion voices that deserve to be heard. Ray is also committed to making a difference beyond the business world. He serves on the board of the Zachary Horton Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting individuals and families impacted by addiction. His advocacy work aligns with Abundance Studios®' mission to create films that inspire, educate, and transform lives. About Abundance Studios® Abundance Studios® is a film studio dedicated to fostering a world of abundant thinking and abundant action. The producer collective is comprised of entrepreneurs, professionals, and philanthropists dedicated to earning, learning, and serving through media. The goal of the studio is to find, film, and share heartening and inspirational stories that will help to uplift the world. Katie Tschopp Astonish Entertainment +1 4074615733 email us here Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
Yahoo
20-03-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Catholic Charities refugee resettlement program in mid-Missouri to close after 14 years
President Donald Trump addresses the 2025 Republican Issues Conference at the Trump National Doral Miami on Jan. 27 in Doral, Florida (). The Central and Northern Missouri chapter of Catholic Charities will end its refugee resettlement program March 31. In an email to supporters, Executive Director Litz Main said the nonprofit had to end the program due to the lack of federal funding. 'We deeply appreciate your partnership and shared commitment to serving those in need,' Main said in the email. 'As we navigate this transition, we welcome opportunities to collaborate in new ways to continue supporting refugee families in our region.' The cuts come from a federal level, after President Donald Trump suspended the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program and halted all funding for agencies that support refugees. Although the executive order was blocked by a federal judge in February, local resettlement programs still face a lack of federal funds. There is no indication when the program will resume, and the case is expected to face an appeal from the Trump administration. Catholic Charities has provided food assistance, disaster relief and family services for refugees for 14 years through the program. The program stopped accepting new refugees earlier this year because of uncertainty about the future, according to an emailed statement. The organization has worked with partner agencies to have those groups take over providing support to refugees. That transition will be complete by March 31, according to the statement. 'We are proud to have welcomed and walked alongside so many who now call Missouri home, and we remain steadfast in our commitment to supporting these families through our partner agencies,' Main said in the statement Wednesday. She was not available for additional questions. Catholic Charities said in the statement it will continue to focus on its mission to support those in need in the Diocese of Jefferson City. City of Refuge, a refugee-focused nonprofit in Columbia, said in an email to its supporters Tuesday that one of the largest federal grants it receives will no longer be given to nonprofits. The funding will end Sept. 30. City of Refuge was not available for comment. This story originally appeared in the Columbia Missourian. It can be republished in print or online.
