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Honoring Service, Brotherhood, and Legacy: Firefighter Andrew Bartnikowski Leads the Charge for First Responder Support through the Class 12.10.12 Foundation
OH, US, 29th October 2025, ZEX PR WIRE, Few careers demand more courage, compassion, and composure under pressure than firefighting. For Andrew Bartnikowski, a veteran firefighter and lead paramedic with the City of Columbus Division of Fire, service is not just a career, it’s a lifelong calling. With more than two decades of combined experience in public service, emergency management, training, and financial planning, Bartnikowski has built a career defined by leadership, mentorship, and a deep commitment to the wellbeing of his fellow first responders. Since joining the Columbus Division of Fire in 2012, following earlier service in Worthington, Ohio, and Bluffton Township, South Carolina, Bartnikowski has responded to more than 10,000 emergency calls. Known for his decisive leadership and exceptional patient care under pressure, he has become a trusted figure both on the fireground and in the community. Yet, perhaps his most enduring contribution lies not only in his professional record, but in his dedication to honoring those who serve and those who have made the ultimate sacrifice.
A Legacy Born from Brotherhood
In 2012, during his time at the Firefighter Training Academy, Bartnikowski met Brandin O’Keefe, a fellow recruit whose courage in the face of cancer left a lasting mark on everyone who trained beside him. O’Keefe, diagnosed with melanoma while still in the academy, refused to quit. He completed his training, graduated, and briefly served at Station 12 before passing away in December 2014. “I remember being in the academy and seeing Brandin wrapping his legs with bandages to keep the swelling down,” Bartnikowski recalls. “When we asked what was going on, he told us about his diagnosis, but he said, ‘I’m going to beat this — don’t worry about it.’ He trained harder than any of us. There was nobody tougher than Brandin.” Moved by O’Keefe’s strength and humility, Bartnikowski and his classmates organized a small fundraiser to support O’Keefe’s wife, Karen, and their children, Abigail and Evan. What began as a heartfelt gesture soon evolved into something much larger, the Class 12.10.12 Foundation, named after their Fire Academy class number and graduation date.
The Class 12.10.12 Foundation: Service Beyond the Firehouse
Today, the Class 12.10.12 Foundation stands as a beacon of compassion and solidarity within the Columbus Fire Department (CFD) community. Under Bartnikowski’s leadership, the organization has raised more than $150,000 to support injured firefighters, families of fallen
heroes, and first responders struggling with mental health challenges. A significant portion of these funds come from the annual Brandin O’Keefe Memorial Golf Outing, an event that unites current and retired CFD members, friends, and supporters in celebration of service and brotherhood. Now in its 11th year, the outing has grown from a small local gathering into a major philanthropic tradition by generating more than $10,500 this year alone.
The event also supports the Save A Warrior Foundation, a nationally recognized suicide prevention program serving veterans and first responders living with PTSD and trauma-related stress. Golfers participate in lighthearted competitions including “closest to the pin” and “longest drive” challenges against professional golfers such as Heather Manfredda and Shelby Martin, with proceeds going directly to the cause. “This isn’t just about a game of golf,” says Bartnikowski. “It’s about connection, remembrance, and making sure no one in our fire family ever feels forgotten.”
Passing the Torch and Building Tradition
As the foundation continues to grow, Bartnikowski and his fellow founders are mentoring a new generation of firefighters to continue the mission. The 2024 event marked a symbolic transition, with Firefighters Joshua Cumston and Tom Covert stepping up to take the lead in organizing future outings. For Bartnikowski, the continuity of this event underscores what makes firefighting a calling rather than a job: the enduring bonds of brotherhood and the shared belief that every firefighter’s life and sacrifice matters. “Brandin wasn’t with us long,” Bartnikowski reflected, “but his impact was enormous. The fact that, over a decade later, people still come together in his name shows the strength of this family and the heart of our department.”
Leadership Beyond the Line of Duty Bartnikowski’s commitment to service extends well beyond the golf course and the fire station. Within the Division of Fire, he has earned distinction as an educator, mentor, and union leader.
He has taught at the Firefighter Academy, led live fire training exercises, and educated recruits and in-service personnel in fire safety, emergency response, and prevention. As a union steward and member of the negotiation committee, he played a key role in shaping a $300 million labor contract and new safety protocols designed to better protect firefighters on and off the job. His leadership, rooted in both empathy and experience, reflects a balance of tactical skill and human understanding that has defined his 20-year career. Before joining the fire service, Bartnikowski gained experience in mortgage planning, construction project management, and skilled trades; a background that contributes to his analytical, resourceful approach to problem-solving in high-stakes environments. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Resource Management from The Ohio State University and multiple specialized certifications, including Paramedicine, Fire Instruction, HAZMAT Operations, Rope Rescue, and Technical Response. He is an active member of the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF), the Ohio Association of Professional Fire Fighters, and the Ohio State University Alumni Association.
Carrying Forward a Spirit of Service
For Bartnikowski, the legacy of Brandin O’Keefe and the mission of the Class 12.10.12 Foundation are deeply personal reminders of why firefighters serve others with strength, humility, and heart. “Brandin showed us what real toughness looks like,” Bartnikowski says. “He faced the impossible with grace and humor. If we can carry even a piece of that forward by helping others, then we’ve done right by his memory.” Now in its second decade, the foundation continues to grow its reach and impact, supporting not only the CFD community but also first responder mental health programs and families in crisis throughout Central Ohio. Its events, mentorship, and outreach efforts are a testament to the power of unity which proof that even in the face of tragedy, compassion can light the way
forward. As the next generation of firefighters takes the helm, Andrew Bartnikowski’s leadership, integrity, and dedication ensure that the spirit of the Class 12.10.12 Foundation will continue to burn bright.
About Andrew Bartnikowski
Andrew Bartnikowski is a Firefighter and Lead Paramedic with the City of Columbus Division of Fire, bringing more than 20 years of combined public and private sector experience in emergency response, training, and program management. He is the founder of the Class 12.10.12 Foundation, a nonprofit supporting families of injured or fallen firefighters and promoting first responder mental health. Bartnikowski holds a BS in Resource Management from The Ohio State University and is certified in Paramedicine, Fire Instruction, HAZMAT, and Technical Rescue. He is a proud member of the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) and the Ohio Association of Professional Fire Fighters.
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Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 29th October 2025, ZEX PR WIRE — Attorney Peyton Murphy, founder of Murphy Law Firm, is calling for a cultural shift in how professionals measure success. Following his recent feature interview exploring work, leadership, and balance, Murphy is advocating for a more mindful approach to productivity—one that prioritizes clarity, consistency, and community impact over constant motion.
“Productivity isn’t about being busy—it’s about being intentional,” Murphy said. “If you end each day knowing you’ve helped someone, moved a case forward, or made a colleague’s job easier, that’s real progress.”
With nearly three decades in law and a reputation built on preparation and perseverance, Murphy has seen the toll that burnout and distraction take on individuals and teams. A 2024 Deloitte survey found that 77% of professionals experience workplace burnout, and 42% say they feel pressure to be ‘always on.’ Murphy believes that slowing down—writing things by hand, taking breaks outdoors, and focusing on short, meaningful goals—can counteract that trend.
“I still write things down with a pen,” he explained. “It slows me down just enough to think clearly. It’s simple, but it keeps me grounded.”
Murphy also stresses the importance of listening and empathy—qualities he says are undervalued in high-stress professions.
“Common sense and patience go further than people think,” he said. “You don’t have to solve everything in one day. Consistency will get you where intensity can’t.”
The veteran lawyer, who has led record-setting verdicts and extensive community outreach across Louisiana, links his philosophy to the same lessons that shaped his career.
“When the pandemic hit, we didn’t wait for someone else to fix things,” he said, recalling his firm’s donation of over 67,000 masks, 100 gallons of hand sanitizer, and thousands of meals to families and healthcare workers. “We just started small. One good action led to another.”
Why It Matters
- 77% of workers report experiencing burnout at their current job (Deloitte, 2024).
- 48% say they struggle to disconnect from work at home (Harvard Business Review, 2023).
- Handwritten note-taking has been linked to 25% higher retention and focus compared to typing (Princeton University, 2022).
Murphy’s message is simple but timely: success begins with presence.
He encourages professionals across industries to rethink how they define achievement—by asking, Did I do something meaningful today? rather than Did I do enough?
Call to Action
Murphy is encouraging individuals to take small, personal steps toward balance and purpose:
- Write daily goals by hand instead of relying solely on digital tools.
- Step outside or disconnect for ten minutes each day to refocus.
- Listen more in conversations—especially under pressure.
- Prioritize consistency over perfection in both work and relationships.
“You don’t have to change your entire life,” Murphy added. “Just slow down enough to see what’s in front of you. The rest has a way of falling into place.”
To read the full interview, visit the website here.
About Peyton Murphy
Peyton Murphy is an accomplished attorney and the founder of Murphy Law Firm in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Since establishing the firm in 1993, he has represented clients nationwide in personal injury and wrongful death cases, earning record verdicts and a reputation built on integrity, preparation, and perseverance. A graduate of Louisiana State University and Tulane Law School, Murphy is recognized for his community leadership, hands-on advocacy, and unwavering commitment to fairness. Beyond the courtroom, he is a devoted father of three daughters, as well as an avid golfer and bow hunter.
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Haims Capital Enters the US Market to Reshape the Future of Intelligent Investment Through Strategic Thinking
United States, 29th Oct 2025 – Haims Capital announced its official entry into the U.S. market this year, marking a key step in its globalization strategy. The company’s self-developed core engine, the RKM System (Real-time Kernel Matrix System), will bring American investors a new wealth management model — a more intelligent, neutral, and structured investment system based on the philosophy of “understanding the world.”
RKM System founder Mr. Clinton Waverly once said: “We chose this challenging path because only those who dare to believe they can change the world ever truly do.” The essence of investment lies not only in identifying trends, but in understanding their roots. Haims Capital’s philosophy originates from Mr. Waverly’s belief — finding order in chaos and building structure amid uncertainty.
As financial markets become increasingly complex, volatile, and emotion-driven, traditional wealth management methods can no longer meet the demands of the new era. Mr. Waverly formed an interdisciplinary research team that integrates economics, mathematical modeling, artificial intelligence, and behavioral finance to develop a truly adaptive and intelligent investment decision-making system — the RKM System.
Haims Capital firmly believes that the purpose of technology is not to replace people, but to make investing more rational, consistent, and stable. The RKM System is designed not to outperform the market at a certain stage, but to help users achieve sustainable wealth growth across multiple cycles.
Through data-driven insights and dynamically evolving models, the system captures signals of certainty from market fluctuations, precisely matching optimal strategies according to each user’s risk tolerance and goals, pursuing returns while maintaining stability. In past live trading tests, even under high market volatility, the RKM System achieved an annualized return of more than 50%, significantly outperforming most traditional investment methods.
Haims Capital provides not only the answer to “what to buy,” but also a systematic solution to “how to build a long-term and effective investment methodology.” It helps each user build their own wealth management operating system. Mr. Waverly always emphasizes: “True investment wisdom is not built on prediction, but on a profound understanding of how the world operates.”
Unlike traditional financial institutions, Haims Capital does not rely on general asset allocation templates, outdated risk rating models, or short-term decisions driven by market sentiment. We focus not on short-term market fluctuations, but on the deeper forces that drive market changes — technological progress, macro trends, and human behavior patterns.As the technological embodiment of this philosophy, the RKM System is not only a strategy execution tool, but also an intelligent investment engine that integrates data intelligence, behavior recognition, and system optimization.
Compared with traditional financial services, the RKM System has the following nine advantages:
- First, a neutral stance with no conflict of interest. The system charges no commission and sells no products, always aligning with users’ goals, making investment advice more objective and decisions more reassuring.
- Second, data-driven rather than emotion-driven. All strategies are based on real data and algorithmic models, avoiding human bias and improving decision quality.
- Third, 24-hour intelligent monitoring. The system runs in real time, continuously tracking market fluctuations, no longer requiring investors to wait for advisors to come online.
- Fourth, personalized strategy matching. The system automatically identifies users’ goals and risk preferences, generating customized asset allocation plans.
- Fifth, global perspective and cross-market allocation. The system covers global markets and supports cross-border strategy generation, helping users seize international investment opportunities.
- Sixth, comprehensive risk warning mechanism. Some risks do not erupt suddenly but accumulate gradually. The system can identify potential structural imbalances in advance to prevent risks from escalating.
- Seventh, simplified operation experience. Intelligent recommendations combined with one-click execution make investing as smooth and natural as having a co-pilot by your side.
- Eighth, structured records and knowledge inheritance. The system automatically records every decision and its logical basis, forming a heritable investment knowledge system.
- Ninth, traceable logic and dynamic learning. Every recommendation is traceable and analyzable, helping users continuously strengthen their investment judgment and thinking structure.
As Mr. Waverly said: “Traditional finance relies on experience, connections, and subjective judgment, while the RKM System relies on logic, data, and continuously evolving intelligence.”
Famous investor Nigel Harrison once said: “You cannot control the height of the waves, but you can control the rhythm of your paddling.” When market sentiment becomes extremely volatile, the RKM System helps users maintain a steady rhythm, avoiding being influenced by short-term noise. True control does not lie in calming the waves, but in finding your rhythm within them.
In this era full of uncertainty, Haims Capital welcomes investors who are willing to think, focus on the long term, and face complexity with courage. We hope to work with our clients to build a stable, rational, and sustainable investment system based on structured thinking.
“Great investments begin with understanding the world, and ultimately succeed because of that understanding.”
About Haims Capital
Haims Capital is reshaping the global asset management landscape through technological innovation, ushering in a new era of intelligent, transparent wealth management accessible to all. Leveraging artificial intelligence, big data, and quantitative algorithms as core drivers, Haims Capital integrate global financial expertise with regional strategic positioning to deliver equitable, efficient, and sustainable wealth growth solutions for investors at every stage. Haims Capitals vision is to bridge traditional finance with the future digital economy, empowering every investor–regardless of scale–to participate in global markets with institutional-grade strategies and intelligent tools, achieving steady wealth appreciation and intergenerational inheritance.
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After six months of successful beta testing, BeCEXy announces the full launch of its platform. It now serves as a central hub for independent tap-to-earn (T2E) games, being responsible for project management, growth, and wrapping up.
BeCEXy is a community-driven platform that brings together T2E projects in their later stages, giving players a space to collaborate and earn rewards. The platform also manages token allocation to eligible players once a project reaches its final stage.
The largest tap-to-earn project to join BeCEXy is PowerTap, a mini-game that has brought together millions of players worldwide. As part of the BeCEXy ecosystem, PowerTap moves into the next stage of its lifecycle with a focus on rewarding genuine engagement.
The tap-to-earn category has boosted not only the Telegram ecosystem but crypto as a whole by bringing in mass users at an incredible pace. BeCEXy gives these communities a space to grow further and thrive together. All players are welcome.
At the moment, BeCEXy brings together communities from several games, including CEDEX Tap and Wigwam Drum Game, with more projects in development.
Players can follow BeCEXy’s official communities to receive timely updates and learn about new opportunities on the platform.
BeCEXy is entering a stage of rapid growth, with new partnerships and expansions on the horizon.
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