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I’m Mark W. Lamplugh Jr., a visionary Chief Executive Officer, Board Member, and best-selling Author with over 25 years of experience driving significant revenue growth and optimizing ROI across the healthcare, wellness, and media industries. Throughout my career, I’ve consistently transformed underperforming operations into thriving ventures by building top-tier marketing organizations, implementing data-driven strategies, and leading transformational change. My empathetic, collaborative, and adaptable leadership style has allowed me to cultivate inclusive cultures of innovation, develop and retain top talent, and forge strong partnerships that fuel organizational success. Adept in executive leadership, strategic business planning, and brand and marketing strategy, I have a proven track record of boosting annual revenues—achieving up to $1.3B in oncology over three years and generating $360M in mental health initiatives. My approach combines strategic vision with hands-on execution, as evidenced by my success in launching innovative facilities, expanding services for addiction and mental health care, and enhancing organizational brand visibility. As author of “The AI Marketing Playbook,” I contribute thought leadership on the integration of artificial intelligence in marketing, a role that showcases my commitment to staying at the forefront of industry innovation. I also bring my insights and expertise to a broad audience as the host of cable tv & global streaming of "Street Level Marketing Show," while my writing has been featured in major publications such as Entrepreneur, Business.com, The Startup, and Kivo Daily. Whether I’m implementing targeted digital marketing campaigns that engage over a million individuals monthly or overseeing multi-million dollar budgets to maximize return on investment, I approach every challenge with a combination of strategic planning, creative problem-solving, and unwavering dedication. Above all, I am passionate about expanding access to high-quality addiction and mental health care through innovative solutions that drive both patient outcomes and organizational growth. Mark serves on the board of One World for Life, National Fire Heritage Center, and the Institute for Responder Wellness. Mark (https://marklamplugh.com) is one of the top marketing executives in the United States and has revolutionized how companies reach potential clients thru influence, SEO, social, PR, and traditional marketing. His expertise in Marketing, Social Media, Digital Marketing, and Public Relations has generated millions of dollars in revenue for several national companies. Mark documents many of his techniques in his book “Beginners Guide to Social & Digital Media.” and “Marketing Playbook for Social Media,” which was named the top 100 social media marketing books of all time by Book Authority. He’s also a professional advocate for the behavioral and mental health of firefighters and other first responders. Marks articles have been published in Better Marketing, Startup Magazine, Social Media Today, Kivo Daily, Biz Catalyst 360, Fire Engineering, Firehouse Magazine, and several others. One of his companies, niches, are marketing products and services to the public safety industry and their employees, specifically mental & behavioral health services. He can be reached for comment at ceo@influencemediasolutions.com 23,000 #1 Connections, 40,000,000 US B2B Contacts and 300,000,000 B2b/B2C email contacts as well as 1,000,000+ monthly social media reach. https://marklamplugh.com

HHS Reverses Firing of Over 100 Federal Employees

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has reversed the firings of over 100 federal employees with the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). This decision was communicated to affected employees through a letter from HHS. Key Details Reversal Announcement: HHS informed employees that the previous notice regarding a reduction in force

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Michigan Judge Strikes Down 24-Hour Abortion Waiting Period

A federal judge in Michigan has ruled against the state’s 24-hour waiting period before an abortion, stating that it violates a voter-approved amendment to the state constitution that guarantees abortion rights. Key Details of the Ruling Judge: Sima Patel Plaintiffs: Planned Parenthood of Michigan and other abortion providers Previous Status: The waiting period had been

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White House Response to Wire Service Controversy

White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre stated on Tuesday that the White House has no intention of blocking wire services from accompanying President Joe Biden on his trip to Saudi Arabia. This follows a controversy regarding the decision not to allow Associated Press, Reuters, and Bloomberg reporters to accompany President Donald Trump on his trip

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Airbnb’s Ambitious Plans for Expansion

Airbnb’s CEO Brian Chesky has outlined ambitious plans to transform the platform into a more comprehensive service, one that goes beyond short-term rentals. In an interview, Chesky revealed that the company wants to be an "everything company," offering users more than just accommodation options. "We want to be an everything company," Chesky said. "We’re not

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Scotland’s Assisted Dying Bill Clears Initial Vote at Holyrood

A bill to legalize assisted dying in Scotland has cleared its first hurdle at the Scottish Parliament, with MSPs voting 70-56 in favor of its general principles. Overview of the Bill The Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill would allow terminally ill, mentally competent adults to seek medical help to end their lives.

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Major League Baseball Policy Change on Hall of Fame Eligibility

Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred announced a significant policy change on Tuesday, affecting the eligibility of several players for the sport’s Hall of Fame. The decision reinstates 17 players, including baseball legends Pete Rose and "Shoeless" Joe Jackson, who were previously banned due to sports gambling scandals. Key Details of the Policy Change Bans

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