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GMA Network
21 hours ago
- Business
- GMA Network
Investment agency sees potential in PH coffee for Seattle market
SEATTLE – An economic development agency in Seattle—a city known for its vibrant coffee culture—sees great potential in specialty Philippine coffee entering its market. Rebecca Lovell, chief operating officer of the Greater Seattle Partners, a public-private partnership firm promoting investments and trade in the greater Seattle region, said the Filipinos' and the city's 'shared love for coffee' could pave the way for more active collaboration with local Filipino coffee producers. 'The cultural connections run deep,' Lovell told selected journalists from the Philippines and Japan on a reporting tour of the United States funded by the State Department. 'I'd love to explore more on how we can make connections around coffee.' Home to many coffee enthusiasts and the birthplace of the world's largest coffee shop chain, Starbucks, Seattle has an abundance of diverse and independent coffee houses across the city. Lovell said while the majority of Filipino-American-owned businesses, mostly in the food industry, over the years have significantly contributed to Seattle's 'traditional' economy, she also hopes to see greater penetration of Philippine coffee in the city in the future. 'There are some really, really incredible Filipino businesses here, and you see some of the richness of the food tradition. That's where, candidly, we would start to see more of a traditional economic impact,' Lovell said. Philippine trade officials in embassies in the US and Japan said in previous interviews that Arabica, a coffee variety that the Philippines produces from its highlands, including in the Sagada mountain municipality and Benguet province in the north and Mount Apo in the south, has been in demand, as well as the Barako coffee, a Liberica type of bean consumed locally and produced in Batangas and Cavite. However, they said that in order to meet the increasing demand, more plantations in the Philippines must be devoted to these types of coffee. Discussions with US and Japanese officials are ongoing to determine how various Philippine agricultural products, including coffee, can enter their market, they said. In terms of trade and investment, Lovell said the Philippines is Seattle's 17th trading partner, 14th in imports and 21st in exports. Seattle, which is fast becoming America's tech and aerospace hub, also has the ninth largest population of Filipinos and Filipino-Americans among cities in the US, according to Pew Research Center, with over 100,000. —VBL, GMA Integrated News
Associated Press
2 days ago
- Business
- Associated Press
Hospital ECAT Win Enables Lovell to Broaden Access to Critical Equipment Across VA and DoD
Lovell Government Services wins ECAT 'This award allows us to rapidly equip federal providers with the reliable tools they need, whether at a VA hospital, DoD facility, or in response to an emergency deployment.'— Chris Lovell, CEO of Lovell Government Services PENSACOLA, FL, UNITED STATES, June 4, 2025 / / -- Lovell Government Services (Lovell), a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), has been awarded a Hospital ECAT (Electronic Catalog) contract by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). The award enhances Lovell's ability to deliver essential medical and surgical equipment to federal health care agencies, including the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and Department of Defense (DoD). The award strengthens Lovell's mission to streamline access to patient-ready solutions that support timely, high-quality care for veterans and service members across the country. 'Securing a Hospital ECAT contract is a major step forward in our mission to serve those who serve,' said Chris Lovell, CEO of Lovell Government Services. 'This award allows us to rapidly equip federal providers with the reliable tools they need, whether at a VA hospital, DoD facility, or in response to an emergency deployment.' Through this contract, federal buyers will now have streamlined access to a wide range of equipment and services. The equipment includes, but is not limited to, the following: 1. Hospital Supply Division Equipment: • Examination tables/surgical tables • Hospital beds/chairs/stretchers • Laboratory analyzers • Repair parts for medical equipment • Litters • Sterilizers • Medical refrigerators and other medical storage systems • Ophthalmic equipment • Dental equipment • Medical simulation equipment that is used for training purposes 2. Capital Equipment Division Equipment: • Pulse oximeters • Aspirators • Infusion pumps • Suction apparatus • Resuscitators • Medical lasers • Dental X-Ray systems (Digital) • Robotic surgery systems This development broadens Lovell's role in supporting healthcare providers nationwide, helping to ensure that critical medical equipment is accessible wherever and whenever it is needed most. The ECAT program is a web-based ordering platform managed by the DLA to simplify the acquisition of medical equipment, pharmaceuticals, and supplies for government purchasers. Lovell's award supports federal procurement goals while offering agencies the benefits of SDVOSB contracting and high-quality vendor partnerships. For more information, visit ________________________________________ About Lovell Government Services Lovell Government Services has been a trusted SDVOSB vendor since 2013 with a proven track record of successfully introducing suppliers to the government market. Lovell is a three-time Inc. 5000 honoree and a leader in the federal space. They partner with medical and pharmaceutical companies looking to better serve Veteran and military patient populations, increase their federal revenue stream, and win government contracts. Learn more at Jeff McKay Lovell Government Services +1 850-912-4680 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
2 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
‘Beautiful' and ‘kind' boy, 4, killed in Dartford car crash pictured for first time
A four-year-old boy who died after a two-car crash in Dartford has been pictured for the first time. The boy, named as Peter on social media, was involved in a crash in New Barn Road shortly after 9.30pm on June 2. He was rushed to hospital along with his one-year-old baby sister and their dad, Lovell, as reported by Kent Online. The 24-year-old remains in critical condition, while his daughter was found with minor injuries. Peter died at the hospital. Tributes have since been paid to Peter online with many describing him as a 'beautiful angel'. One said: 'You were golden, Peter. The family chain is broken and will never be the same without you my boy. Forever 4.' Another added: 'Rest in peace baby. A little angel way too good for this sick, cruel world. Straight to the gates of heaven.' A third said: 'So heartbreaking. A beautiful baby boy, rest in heavenly peace, angel. 'He was the kindest little boy and loving child.' Two men, a 27-year-old from Darenth and a 53 year old from Swanley, were arrested in connection with the incident. They remain in custody while enquiries continue to establish the circumstances surrounding the crash.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Heartbreaking tributes to ‘beautiful angel' boy, 4, killed in two-car Dartford crash
The family of a boy who died in a two-car crash in Dartford have paid tribute to their 'beautiful angel'. The four-year-old, named as Peter on social media, was involved in a crash in New Barn Road shortly after 9.30pm on June 2. He was rushed to hospital along with his one-year-old baby sister and their dad, Lovell, as reported by Kent Online. The 24-year-old remains in critical condition, while his daughter suffered minor injuries. Peter died at the hospital. Tributes have since been paid tribute to Peter online with many describing him as a 'beautiful angel'. (Image: Sdohertyx1/TikTok) One said: 'You were golden, Peter. The family chain is broken and will never be the same without you my boy. Forever 4.' Another said: 'Rest in peace baby. A little angel way too good for this sick, cruel world. Straight to the gates of heaven.' 'So heartbreaking. A beautiful baby boy, rest in heavenly peace, angel. 'He was the kindest little boy and loving child", a third added. Two men, a 27-year-old from Darenth and a 53 year old from Swanley, were arrested in connection with the incident. They remain in custody while enquiries continue to establish the circumstances surrounding the crash.
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- General
- Daily Mail
Pictured: Boy, four, killed in pick-up truck crash that also injured his one-year-old sister and father - who remains fighting for his life
The four-year-old boy who was killed in a horror crash between two pickup trucks has been pictured and named, as his father remains critically ill in hospital. Heartfelt and emotional tributes have been paid online to Peter Maughan, affectionately known as Peter Rabbit. Medics fought to save the little boy's life following the smash on New Barn Road, Dartford, on Sunday night, but he was pronounced dead in hospital. His 24-year-old father, Lovell, remains fighting for his life while his one-year-old sister who was injured in the smash has now been discharged. The young family had been travelling in a Ford Ranger when it was involved in a crash with another Ford Ranger at around 9.30pm. Officers yesterday arrested a 27-year-old man from Darenth and a 53-year-old man from Swanley in connection with the incident. They both remain in custody while enquiries continue to establish the circumstances surrounding the collision. Grieving friends and family have flooded social media with tributes for Peter, who they described as 'golden' One person wrote: 'Rest in peace Peter Rabbit please everyone keep them in your prayers it's a cruel world.' While another said 'this is the saddest thing I've heard' as they said they had never seen Peter without his mother by his side. 'Keep her and her husband in prayer and her beautiful little baby boy may you watch over her and him I can't imagine what she's going through,' another tribute read. 'Can not believe I'm writing this RIP Peter rabbit. [He] was the kindest little boy loving child,' another friend added. Detectives are appealing for any information from people who may have witnessed the collision. Anyone with information on the crash, including CCTV or dashcam footage, should contact Kent Police's Major Crime Unit via the Major Incident Public Portal. Members of the public can also call the Major Crime Appeal Line on 01622 652006. Independent charity Crimestoppers can also be called anonymously on 0800 555111.
