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Associated Press
09-04-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Taimak Guarriello Joins Forces With Italian Startup Ruralis To Support Rural Tourism And Social Innovation
The star of 'The Last Dragon' backs the U.S. expansion of a startup connecting local property owners and overlooked regions with global travelers United States, April 9, 2025 -- Taimak Guarriello, best known for his iconic role in the 1980s cult film The Last Dragon, has announced his support for Ruralis, an Italian startup specializing in short term rental management and sustainable tourism in rural areas. His involvement coincides with the company's first U.S. equity crowdfunding campaign, now live on Wefunder. Taimak's connection to Ruralis began with a personal story. 'My father came from a small village in Southern Italy, a place I recall just from my childhood memories. Got lost with that connection and moved over with my life. Then, one day in New York, I met Nic – a guy from the same region where my father was born! I liked the guy, and that's how I became his mentor.' That 'Nic' is Nicolas Verderosa, founder and CEO of Ruralis, who left New York to return to Italy and build a business in the same region where innovation seems to have stopped. 'Nic moved back to Italy because he saw the untapped potential in his roots. He founded Ruralis, a company helping property owners thrive, redefining tourism, and revitalizing rural communities.' Taimak has closely followed Nicolas's journey, visiting Italy, meeting his family, and witnessing the work of Ruralis on the ground. 'I've known Nic for a while now, and from mentoring him, I quickly realized he thinks outside the box – something many young entrepreneurs could learn from. When he launched Ruralis, I had already visited Italy, spent time with his family, and seen firsthand the beauty of its rural regions.' What sets Ruralis apart is its commitment to promoting tourism beyond the usual urban hotspots. 'Ruralis takes a different approach, promoting tourism beyond the big cities. I'm no expert in short-term rentals, but Nic shared his vision with me – one that isn't about empowering property owners in New York City or Rome, but supporting those in surrounding areas where opportunities are scarce.' After establishing a solid presence in Italy, where in three years - starting in bootstrapping with 0 investment - it has managed to generate $1.55 million in revenue with over 300 properties managed nationwide and over 27 thousand tourists accommodated in its managed properties, Ruralis is now preparing to expand its model in the United States. Taimak's involvement as both a mentor and investor plays a key role in this next phase. 'Things are working out for them in Italy, and now they're bringing their vision to the U.S.! I'm here to champion their story – a journey of success, resilience, and defying the odds. That's why I'm proud to stand with them in their first U.S. crowdfunding campaign. As a mentor, as a friend, and as someone who knows they are serious about this!' Guarriello closes with a direct message to those following the journey: 'So check out their campaign, spread the word, and let's help Ruralis grow. Because when rural communities win, we all win.' Contact Info: Name: Nicolas Verderosa (CEO) Email: Send Email Organization: Ruralis
Yahoo
22-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Presearch Strengthens Sales Division, Appoints Dan Buckingham and Chris Huse as Global Vice Presidents
SAN DIEGO, CA / / March 21, 2025 / Inc., the community-driven decentralized search engine, is delighted to announce the strategic appointments of Dan Buckingham and Chris Huse as Global Vice Presidents of Sales. These pivotal hires underscore Presearch's commitment to monetizing and scaling its operations to unprecedented levels. Following the recent launch of a crowdfunding initiative on Wefunder, Presearch is poised to enhance the monetization of its core offerings, particularly its flagship advertising product, the Presearch Takeover Ad (PTA). PTAs are immersive, wallpaper-style advertisements displayed on the homepage and search result pages, offering geo-targeting capabilities by country or state. Tim Enneking, CEO of Presearch, expressed enthusiasm about the new additions: "The entire team at Presearch is ecstatic about bringing on board two such consummate professionals to establish our inaugural dedicated sales team. This development not only significantly enhances our monetization prospects but also ensures that Dan and Chris will champion the interests of advertisers, helping them achieve their objectives in collaboration with Presearch. Both have already hit the ground running, and we anticipate remarkable contributions from each." Dan Buckingham brings over a decade of experience in digital and broadcast media sales, most recently with Audacy. Chris Huse offers more than 15 years of expertise in digital media sales, with a robust background in the cryptocurrency sector-a key vertical for Presearch. Dan remarked, "I am thrilled to join the Presearch team at such an exciting juncture and am eager to contribute to this next phase of growth. I firmly believe in the Presearch mission, and witnessing the team's daily accomplishments is both incredible and inspiring. As consumers increasingly prioritize their privacy and seek alternatives to Big Tech, privacy-focused search is a burgeoning market, and Presearch offers a fantastic product. Presearch Takeover Ads present a bold new avenue for advertisers to engage with our expanding user base, and they are evidently yielding excellent results for existing clients." Chris added, "It's truly an honor to join such a talented team at Presearch as it continues to lead innovation in the privacy-focused, non-profiling search space. I'm incredibly excited to contribute to its mission and play a role in shaping the future of decentralized search." Currently, Presearch averages approximately 400,000 searches daily. The ongoing Wefunder crowdfunding campaign has garnered nearly $150,000 in just a few weeks. For more information on Presearch Takeover Ads, visit: To learn more about the Wefunder crowdfunding campaign, visit: Access Presearch online at: About Presearch Established in 2017, is the world's most widely used meta-search engine. Unlike conventional search engines, Presearch does not track users' online activity or sell their personal data to advertisers, allowing users to search with peace of mind. Presearch's robust ecosystem, powered in part by the community, includes its search API, AI search results, uncensored/unbiased AI chatbot PreGPT, keyword staking, node running, search staking, and an affordable advertising product suite. Media Contact:- Dan Buckinghamdan@ Visit us on social media:XLinkedInInstagramYouTubeTikTok SOURCE: Presearch View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire Sign in to access your portfolio
Associated Press
20-03-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Presearch Puts Sales Into Hyperdrive, Hires Two GVP of Sales
Presearch Hires both Dan Buckingham and Chris Huse to lead its Sales force, signaling they are ready to monetize and scale like never before. SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, March 20, 2025 / / -- Inc. - The community-powered decentralized Search Engine - is pleased to announce it has hired Dan Buckingham and Chris Huse, both as Global Vice Presidents of Sales, to lead its growing sales efforts. Presearch is fresh off the heels of launching a crowdfunding campaign on Wefunder and is ready to invest in the monetization of its core product and its sales efforts for its flagship advertising solution, the Presearch Takeover Ad (PTA). PTAs operate as a wallpaper-style takeover ad on the homepage and search pages that can be geo-targeted by country or state. Tim Enneking, CEO of Presearch said, 'The entire team at Presearch is just ecstatic at being able to hire two such consummate professionals to create the first dedicated sales team at Presearch! Not only does this massively enhance monetization possibilities, but Dan and Chris will also advocate for advertisers, assuring they achieve their goals while working with Presearch. They have both already hit the ground sprinting and we expect great things from each of them.' Dan brings over 10 years of experience in Digital & Broadcast Media sales, most recently with Audacy. Chris brings more than 15 years of experience in Digital Media sales with a strong background in the Cryptocurrency sector, which is a key vertical for Presearch. 'I am thrilled to join the Presearch team at such an exciting time and primed to contribute to this next phase of growth. I truly believe in the Presearch mission, and to see what the team is accomplishing on a daily basis is both incredible and inspiring. Privacy-focused search is a booming market as consumers prioritize their privacy and are looking for alternatives to Big Tech, and Presearch has a fantastic product.' Dan said. ' Presearch Takeover Ads are a bold new way for advertisers to reach our growing user base, and it's clearly working really well for existing clients.' 'It's truly an honor to join such a talented team at Presearch as it continues to lead innovation in the privacy-focused, non-profiling search space,' said Chris. 'I'm incredibly excited to contribute to its mission and play a role in shaping the future of decentralized search!' Presearch is currently averaging about 400,000 searches daily. The Wefunder crowdfunding campaign is ongoing and has raised nearly $150,000 in less than a few weeks. established in 2017, is the world's most widely used meta-search engine. Unlike conventional search engines, Presearch does not track users' online activity or sell their personal data to advertisers so users can search in peace. Presearch's robust ecosystem, powered in part by the community, includes its search API, AI search results, uncensored/unbiased AI chatbot PreGPT, keyword staking, node running, search staking and an affordable advertising product suite. Dan Buckingham Inc. 619-786-1850 X LinkedIn Instagram YouTube TikTok Legal Disclaimer:
Associated Press
14-03-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Nowutalk AI Launches Voice-First Sales Agent for Shopify Stores, Empowering E-Commerce Owners with Real-Time Insights
Holmdel, NJ March 13, 2025 --( The AI-powered sales agent not only sells for you but also helps merchants make smarter decisions—Nowutalk AI is live. Nowutalk AI is transforming online shopping with the first voice-driven sales agent for Shopify stores, bringing the ease of in-store conversation to digital shopping. Unlike chatbots, Nowutalk AI doesn't just answer questions—it sells. With a simple voice command, customers can browse products, get instant recommendations, and complete purchases hands-free. But it's not just about voice—behind every interaction, Nowutalk AI gathers real-time intelligence to help merchants make data-backed business decisions. 'E-commerce owners struggle with data overload. We don't just automate sales—we help them understand their customers better, in real-time,' said Serge Beck, CEO of Nowutalk AI. 'We built a voice agent that does more than just talk—it learns, adapts, and helps businesses grow.' Live on Shopify & Protected by a Patent Merchants can install it on Shopify and start converting voice interactions into sales today. The technology is also patented, making it a first-mover in voice-driven e-commerce intelligence. Real Traction & Influencer Backing ● Beta testers include a top influencer with 3.5M followers, testing Nowutalk AI in his store. ● Strategic partnerships are rolling out to integrate Nowutalk AI into more high-traffic e-commerce platforms. ● 60% of the team are engineers, ensuring a product built for scale. Why This Matters for E-commerce Owners ● Increase Conversions: Customers shop faster with conversational commerce. ● Data-Driven Sales: Merchants receive intelligence reports to optimize inventory & marketing. ● Seamless Integration: Works instantly with Shopify—no complex setup. Get Involved ● Merchants: Install Nowutalk AI on Shopify App Store ● Investors: Join their Wefunder campaign ● Media/Press: Contact them at [email protected] ● For more information, visit About Nowutalk AI Nowutalk AI is transforming digital interactions with next-generation AI-powered voice sales agents. The company delivers human-like conversations that convert browsers into buyers by integrating core Intelligence, natural language processing, and adaptive learning. As a leader in voice-first AI technology, Nowutalk AI is setting a new standard for customer engagement and sales automation in e-commerce. Testing the waters legal disclosure. We are 'testing the waters' to gauge investor interest in an offering under Regulation Crowdfunding. No money or other consideration is being solicited. If sent, it will not be accepted. No offer to buy securities will be accepted. No part of the purchase price will be received until a Form C is filed and only through Wefunder's platform. Any indication of interest involves no obligation or commitment of any kind. Nowutalkai, Inc. Claudia Calvo
Associated Press
06-02-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Sera Swimwear Launches Public Funding Round to Disrupt the Luxury Plus-Size Swimwear Market
Tampa, Florida--(Newsfile Corp. - February 6, 2025) - The future of luxury swimwear is here. Sera Swimwear, a pioneering new brand, is launching its first community fundraising round on Wefunder, inviting supporters everywhere to be part of a movement that redefines elegance, confidence, and inclusivity in fashion. Designed exclusively for women sizes 12- 30, Sera Swimwear offers stylish, high-quality swim and resort wear. Sara Simmons, Founder of Sera Swimwear In recent months, the fashion industry has been reckoning with a troubling shift as the inclusivity movement appears to be shrinking. Recent reports have highlighted how mature plus-size models are creating their own spaces as mainstream runways continue to exclude them, while industry analyses point to a broader regression in body inclusivity. Amid this concerning trend, Sera Swimwear is launching to reaffirm that luxury and style are for everybody. 'Sera Swimwear is creating more than just beautifully crafted pieces-it's building a space where luxury and inclusivity thrive together,' said Sara Simmons, CEO & Founder of Sera Swimwear. 'For too long, plus-size women have been an afterthought in luxury fashion. Sera Swimwear is changing that narrative with a brand that celebrates the plus size body with sophistication, impeccable fit, and timeless style.' Empowering Women Through Fashion Luxury retailers have historically overlooked the plus-size market, treating it as an afterthought rather than a space for true innovation. Sera Swimwear is here to change that. The Company's designs blend style, performance, and fit excellence, ensuring that plus-size women feel both powerful and effortlessly chic-whether lounging poolside or walking into a five-star resort. 'The fact that plus-size women represent 67% of the market (Source: Credence Research 2024), and recent data suggests that only 10% of swimwear caters to them. Sera Swimwear is creating a movement to redefine luxury plus-size fashion.' Sera Swimwear is launching to bring high-quality plus-size swimwear to market. Sera Swimwear's inaugural collection will feature premium fabrics, proprietary design, and impeccable craftsmanship, setting a new standard in the industry. This is more than a brand launch - it's a movement designed to uplift and empower plus-size women everywhere. Sera Swimwear's first funding round is now live on Wefunder. Learn more at Stay tuned for updates as the brand approaches its January 2026 launch. To learn more, visit and follow the Company on TikTok and Instagram at @seraswimandresort. About Sera Swimwear Sera Swimwear delivers luxurious, expertly crafted swim and resort wear exclusively for plus- size women, combining premium design with an exceptional digital shopping experience. The brand aims to redefine the swimwear and ready-to-wear shopping experience for plus-size women through a blend of elegance, expertise, and innovation. Positioned at the intersection of resort, lifestyle, and experiential retail, Sera Swimwear is committed to leading the industry with a focus on environmental responsibility. 949-887-5293
