Limpert Tech "SullyCast" on ALT 105.7 and iHeartRadio 11/21/20 - Brandon Weimer, CEO of Brandini Toffee

Rick is joined this week by CEO of Brandini Toffee, Brandon Weimer this week to talk about holiday gifting, especially when it comes to toffee.

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The holidays are rapidly approaching and this year is unlike any other we’ve encountered which makes it all the more reason to give a little extra love. There is no better corporate gift, stocking stuffer, or holiday gift than Brandini Toffee as they offer award-winning gourmet handmade toffee.  

Products include toffee, almond toffee bites, toffee popcorn, cashew almond toffee popcorn, and almond toffee crumbles—the perfect topping to an ice cream sundae.  Holiday gift baskets and boxes will be available online and include additional delicious items such as toffee pretzels and toffee brownies.

Whether you’re searching for a gift for your colleague, employees, friend, or family member, giving the gift of Brandini Toffee will be a home run.  Brandini Toffee is meant to be kept in the fridge which does two things: keeps it fresh for a long time and eliminates it from getting stuck in your teeth.

Founded 15 years ago by two high school best friends, Brandini Toffee has grown into one of the most beloved toffee brands in the United States. Over the years they have perfected the toffee and have even had the privilege of serving a President of the United States. Brandini Toffee began with a simple act of encouragement; a family friend who inspired a young confectioner to pursue his creative passion for making sweets with a lesson in how to make toffee. Perfecting his recipe over time, the toffee became the aspiring candy-maker’s gift of love and chocolate decadence for holidays, birthdays, and just-because occasions for family and friends. This confection made with affection would soon become the catalyst between two life-long friends and their families to share their scrumptious gift with people around the world.

Brandini Toffee is enjoyed by chocolate-lovers and toffee aficionados around the world and is the first toffee company to receive the coveted gold sofi Award. The company is dedicated to handcrafted toffee created with premium, preservative-free, and GMO-free ingredients.

Great to talk to Brandon this week and check out everything Brandini Toffee here.

Limpert Tech "SullyCast" on ALT 105.7 and iHeartRadio 11/16/20 - Rick and Axel talk New iPhones, T-Mobile REVVL 5G

Rick and Axel talk new smartphones on this iHeart bonus.

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New iPhones:

Axel talks the new iPhones. iPhone 12's. The iPhone 12 Mini has everything the iPhone 12 has -- it's just smaller. It has the same flat-sided design, support for 5G and OLED screen with support for HDR. The screen is covered with Apple's ceramic shield. The body has an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance and supports MagSafe wireless charging and accessories. It has the same A14 Bionic processor, runs the same iOS 14 software and even has the same cameras. The iPhone 12 and 12 Mini are the same phone. Great features, great cameras and more...

T-Mobile REVVL 5G:

T-Mobile with the best and most affordable 5G.

This is the next generation of REVVL smartphones: REVVL 4, REVVL 4+ and REVVL 5G - the most affordable 5G smartphone in the U.S., for both postpaid AND prepaid, at just $399.99 FRP.

Love that qT-Mobile launched the REVVL 5G to not only break through the price barrier to make 5G more accessible, but also to bring more value to 5G. The REVVL 5G brings high end specs without the high end price tag and all on the nation’s largest 5G network.

REVVL 5G, America’s most affordable 5G smartphone, ever. T-Mobile customers who switch or add a line can get the REVVL 4 or 4+ for free or the REVVL 5G for just $200 after 24 monthly bill credits.

Why it matters: 56% of consumers familiar with 5G are worried about the cost of 5G smartphones. T-Mobile believes that everyone should have 5G access included at no extra cost AND affordable 5G smartphones that can tap into it.

Who it’s for:  Everyone, especially those who like being on the cutting edge without breaking the bank.
REVVL 5G taps into T-Mobile’s LTE and 5G (600 MHz and 2.5 GHz) on the first and largest nationwide 5G network. And to truly bring #5GforALL for both prepaid and postpaid.

“We’ve made incredible waves in 5G — with more coverage than AT&T and Verizon combined and the WORLD’s first standalone 5G — but we knew to truly make #5GforALL a reality, we needed more affordable 5G smartphones,” said Mike Sievert, CEO of T-Mobile. “And that’s why we’re launching the REVVL 5G — to smash one of the last remaining hurdles keeping people from getting 5G, at a time when America needs reliable connectivity the most.”

People are turning to their mobile devices even more to stay connected. An eMarketer2 study found that for the first time, adults will spend more than 3 hours a day on smartphones in 2020, a 13.9% increase over 2019! People are looking for more ways to stay connected without breaking the bank … now more than ever. Yet, 5G smartphones typically cost upwards of $1000. A recent Civic Science survey1 showed that 56% of consumers familiar with 5G worry about that high cost.

With REVVL 5G, T-Mobile continues to make more reliable 5G coverage more affordable to millions, helping them stay better connected on the nation’s largest 5G network. Meanwhile, Verizon is still over there making their customers pay a premium for 5G smartphones that get a 5G signal just 0.4% of the time. #TruthHurts

The REVVL line is known for its high-end specs without the high-end price tag and that continues with this next generation of REVVL smartphones. The REVVL 5G features a 6.53” FHD+ Display, a triple rear camera and a 16MP front facing camera as well as a 4,500 mAh battery to power this 5G capable smartphone. The REVVL 4+ features a 6.52” HD+ Display, dual rear facing cameras and a 4,000 mAh battery whereas the REVVL 4 sports a 6.22” HD+ display, 13MP rear camera, and a 3500 mAh battery. To see all of these in action, check out the unboxing video here.

Specs:

REVVL 5G

Camera: 48MP (main) + 8 MP (Super Wide) + 5MP (Macros) RFC with 16MP FFC
Battery: 4500 mAh
Color: Nebula Black
OS: Android 10
Screen: 6.53” 19:5:9 FHD+ Display
RAM: 6GB
ROM: 128GB
Bands: 5G n71/n2/n66/n41/n25 LTE 2/4/12/66/25/26/41/71
Security: Face unlock and fingerprint sensor
Dimensions: 6.51” X 3” X 0.37”
Chipset: Qualcomm SD765
Processor: Octa Core (6*1.8 GHz, 1*2.2 GHz, 1*2.4 GHz)

Limpert Tech "SullyCast" on ALT 105.7 and iHeartRadio 11/14/20 - Claudia Di Gino, Novotel Miami Brickell Hotel

More hotel and hospitality talk this week as Rick is joined by the GM of the Novotel Miami Brickell, Claudia Di Gino.

The Novotel Miami Brickell has reopened its doors—and heart—to guests and visitors with rooms starting at great rates.  A Trip Advisor Travelers’ Choice 2020 winner, the hotel is nestled in the heart of Miami's bustling Brickell neighborhood, within walking distance of many of the city's top dining and shopping attractions.

In an effort to welcome guests from both near and far, Novotel Miami Brickell just launched two great offers: a Family Roadtrip package and a special offer called “Stay Close,” which is essentially a 50 percent savings.

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 The family roadtrip package includes:

Accommodations in the hotel’s Skyline Suite (starting at $389) or Executive Suite (starting at $219) for minimum of five nights
20 percent off two connecting rooms
15 percent discount on self-parking
Complimentary grab and go for breakfast, including scrambled eggs, bacon, toast, coffee, tea or juice
Complimentary masks for the family

Check with hotel for availability.

“The hotel’s top priority remains the safety, care and wellbeing of our Novotel Miami Brickell family. Welcoming, safeguarding and taking care of others is at the very heart of what we do and who we are,” said Di Gino, Novotel Miami Brickell. “Today, this means keeping our guests and employees safe by preventing the spread of COVID-19 – partnering with top experts to implement new standards of safety and enhanced operational protocols and procedures which are among the most stringent in the hospitality industry.”



The new operational standards being implemented at Novotel Miami Brickell and at Accor properties across North & Central America were developed and vetted by a team of expert advisors to ensure maximum efficacy in preventing the spread of all viruses and pathogens, including COVID-19, with oversight by Bureau Veritas, a world leader in testing, inspections and certification; Dr. Amesh Adalja, Senior Scholar at the Johns Hopkins University Center for Health Security & fellow with the Infectious Diseases Society of America; and Ruth Petran, Ph.D., CFS, Senior Corporate Scientist, Food Safety and Public Health, for Ecolab, global leaders in cleaning and hygiene, and trusted advisors to the CDC. At each touchpoint along the guest journey through Novotel Miami Brickell, extensive measures are being taken to protect guests and employees, including physical distancing; mandatory screening for all guests and employees, which may include a temperature check; face coverings mandated for all employees and guests in all indoor public spaces; 48 hour “resting period” for soft goods (i.e. pillows & duvets) between guest stays; increased frequency of cleaning & disinfecting, with a focus on high-touch points; and continued use of EPA registered disinfecting chemicals, proven effective in preventing the transmission of COVID-19. Hands-on training for all employees, a dedicated on-property rollout committee and a formal audit program, validated under the global ALLSAFE Cleanliness label, ensure initial and continued compliance.

 

“As we welcome our friends, family and community back to Novotel Miami Brickell, please be assured that we are looking ahead, through and past the COVID-19 pandemic, to ensure that our valued guests and employees will always be looked after with the highest degree of safety, care and comfort.”

Safety, comfort and sports travel. In a great Miami neighborhood. Fun talking with Claudia.

Get more info here.

Limpert Tech "SullyCast" on ALT 105.7 and iHeartRadio 11/7/20 - Marc Becker, Sales and Marketing at Higgins Hotel in New Orleans

Rick is joined by Marc Becker this week.

Marc is the Sales and Marketing Director at the Higgins Hotel and Conference Center in Downtown New Orleans.

There is a lot to talk about as the highly acclaimed Higgins Hotel New Orleans, Curio Collection by Hilton, rated #1 on TripAdvisor of 177 hotels in New Orleans, has announced its "Park and Stay" package for the fall travel season.

Ideally located in the heart of the city's vibrant Arts & Warehouse District featuring more than 25 art galleries, a variety of museums, and visionary chefs, the hotel is conveniently situated across the street from The National WWII Museum, TripAdvisor’s top-rated tourist destination in New Orleans and #2 in the U.S. Recognized as the "Official Hotel of The National WWII Museum," The Higgins opened in early 2020 with a conference center, exceptional dining options and a distinct 1940s theme.

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The Higgins is a Curio branded hotel by Hilton that provides experiences for the curious traveler. Some are well known. Some are local legends. But each hotel in the Curio Collection is a masterpiece that reflects the best of its surroundings. Best of all, Hilton Honors points are awarded for each eligible stay.

With New Orleans moving into Phase III of its "open for business" protocol, travelers are again able to enjoy all that makes vacationing in this historic destination so appealing. Plus, the Higgins’ fall season "Park & Stay" travel offer provides guests with an easy to book room rate inclusive of parking at the hotel’s adjacent garage.

The attractive rate makes a simple combo buy for those arriving by car and saves guests upwards of $39 in parking fees common to downtown hotels in the city.

To book the offer, visit higginshotelnola.com, and in the reservation window use the booking code RPPSG1 or click on "Park & Stay" when making the reservation. Rates as low as $119 can be found through September.

The Higgins Hotel has remained open throughout the COVID pandemic, proudly welcoming guests and first responders alike with specific safety protocols for more intense sanitizing actions and the personalized services a Curio branded hotel is known for. From a nostalgic hotel experience sure to intrigue and delight, to dining and entertainment options at your fingertips, the Higgins Hotel represents home away from home, including guest rooms that offer striking 1940’s style décor.

The most popular dining option is the hotel's Rosie's on the Roof Restaurant, offering outside deck seating, with penthouse-style views out over the city skyline and of the new Canopy of Peace at the adjacent National WWII Museum. Service is also Covid centric, with no-touch ordering and socially spaced dining.

The Higgins recently instituted the Hilton “CleanStay” program, where guests are offered no-touch check in, no-visit hotel room stays, and a rigorous daily cleaning of all public areas and touchpoints within each guestroom. The Hilton CleanStay program provides a standard list of new cleaning protocols and products, anchored by brand leader Lysol.

Limpert Tech "SullyCast" on ALT 105.7 and iHeartRadio 10/31/20 - Leroy Ware of Knack

Knack was founded by software engineer Leroy Ware and technical recruiter Mitch Corsini after the two met in Silicon Valley and discovered their shared passion for engineering, technical staffing, and entrepreneurship.

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Knack, the job-finding platform that connects job-seekers with qualified employment opportunities, today announces its new mobile app, http://www.knackforengineers.com. The new app is free for job-seekers looking for engineering work and, in the age of COVID-19, it enables job-seekers to find qualified, remote, work-from-home options, from their cell phones.

Knack for Engineers was specifically created to help designers, software developers, cloud architects, devops and infrastructure engineers, roboticists, data scientists and many other technical professionals find jobs. Once the app is installed, Knack users upload their resume and fill in a few additional professional details. Knack for Engineers then creates a personalized job feed that is updated every few hours. The jobs include thousands of full-time and part-time opportunities that are highly tailored to each engineer, both remote and onsite. Users can open the app to review job requests, and even apply to jobs and confirm interviews.

“Since launching the app, we’ve received a ton of positive feedback” says Mitch Corsini, Chief Operating Officer of Knack. “They’ve offered helpful suggestions and advice that has enabled us to build a platform catered to their needs. The reaction has been amazing and we’re very excited to launch a product that can help so many people at such a critical time.”

Leroy has worked with companies such as Apple, Mozilla, Cisco, Deloitte, has a degree in mathematics, and did graduate work in AI at Stanford. Mitch has a degree in psychology and has worked for some of the biggest names in staffing, including Robert Half and Allegis.