Derksen Dentistry in Lansing, Michigan successfully completed a two-week food drive from November 10–24, collecting 633 non-perishable items for the Greater Lansing Food Bank. The effort brought together staff, patients, and community members, reflecting the practice’s strong dedication to supporting local families in need. All donated items were delivered to the Greater Lansing Food Bank, where they will directly help individuals throughout the region.

Lansing, Michigan, United States, 27th Nov 2025 — Derksen Dentistry, a trusted Lansing dentist serving families across mid-Michigan, has completed a highly successful two-week food drive in support of the Greater Lansing Food Bank. From November 10 to November 24, the practice collected 633 non-perishable food items, demonstrating its ongoing dedication to supporting the local community.

The food drive brought together patients, staff, and local residents, all united in a shared effort to help address food insecurity heading into the holiday season. Donations included canned goods, pasta, rice, soups, breakfast items, and other essentials that will directly support families in need in the Greater Lansing area.

“We are incredibly grateful for the generosity of our patients and community,” said Dental Assistant Jordan Golota. “Lansing has always supported us as a local dental practice, and we’re proud to give back to our neighbors.”

The collected items were delivered directly to the Greater Lansing Food Bank, where they will be distributed through the organization’s regional network of partner agencies and community programs.

Derksen Dentistry regularly looks for ways to engage with and uplift the Lansing community through outreach initiatives, patient education, and local support efforts. This food drive reflects the practice’s core values: compassion, service, and a commitment to bettering the lives of those around them.

About Derksen Dentistry

Derksen Dentistry is a family-focused dental practice located in Lansing, Michigan. The practice provides comprehensive dental care—including preventive, restorative, and cosmetic services—while maintaining a patient-centered approach rooted in comfort, education, and trust. As a long-standing Lansing dentist, Derksen Dentistry is committed to promoting oral health and supporting the well-being of the local community.

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Derksen Dentistry
Lansing, MI
Phone: (517) 372-9159
Website: derksendentistry.com

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Address:2410 Lake Lansing Rd Suite 2

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SwiftProxy’s residential proxy network enables businesses to conduct comprehensive market research with unprecedented accuracy and global reach.

Hong Kong S.A.R., 27th Nov 2025 – SwiftProxy has transformed the market research landscape with its advanced residential proxy network, providing businesses with authentic data collection capabilities across global markets. The network’s residential IPs ensure accurate, localized insights that traditional data collection methods cannot match, enabling companies to make informed decisions based on real-world market conditions rather than estimates or incomplete data.

The platform’s technology allows companies to access geo-specific content and pricing information from over 195 countries, enabling truly global market analysis. This capability has become essential for businesses expanding into new international markets and needing reliable local intelligence. Unlike traditional VPNs or datacenter proxies that are easily detected and blocked, SwiftProxy’s residential IPs appear as genuine local users, ensuring uninterrupted access to critical market data.

The network’s advanced architecture provides additional layers of functionality that enhance research capabilities. Businesses can conduct simultaneous multi-region studies, comparing market conditions across different countries in real-time. This parallel analysis capability enables rapid identification of regional trends and opportunities that would otherwise require weeks of sequential research. The platform also offers sophisticated session management, allowing extended research activities without triggering security measures that typically block automated data collection.

Industry adoption has accelerated as companies recognize the strategic advantage of authentic local market intelligence. Early adopters report significant improvements in market entry success rates and competitive positioning. “Traditional market research methods often fail to capture the authentic local experience,” noted a SwiftProxy representative. “Our residential network provides the genuine local perspective that businesses need to make informed international decisions. We’re seeing particularly strong results in emerging markets where local knowledge gaps have traditionally hampered international expansion efforts.

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Platform data shows half begin holiday programming on Black Friday while timing preferences vary significantly across international markets

Billund, Denmark, 27th Nov 2025 – My Instore Radio, a global provider of music for business, today released analysis of customer scheduling data revealing that US businesses remain evenly divided on when to begin Christmas music, with approximately 50% starting on Black Friday and 50% beginning the day after Thanksgiving.

The analysis, drawn from thousands of retail, restaurant, and hospitality locations across more than 50 countries, highlights a persistent challenge facing business owners each November as they balance customer expectations, staff satisfaction, and brand atmosphere during the crucial holiday season that can generate up to 30% of annual retail sales, according to industry data.

“Every November, business owners face the same question: when is the right time to start Christmas music?” says Søren Klausen, CEO and founder of My Instore Radio. 

“Our customer data shows there’s no universal answer. The decision depends on business type, customer demographics, and regional expectations. What matters most is having the control to implement your strategy consistently.”

Regional Variations Show Cultural Differences

While US businesses show an even split between Black Friday and post-Thanksgiving timing, My Instore Radio’s international customer base demonstrates significantly different patterns. British businesses typically wait until December 1st. A Rimmers Music survey revealed that 49% of Britons believe Christmas songs should be played from December 1st, though 20% are comfortable with an earlier start.

Spotify’s global streaming data shows that most countries officially enter the Christmas music season when holiday streams exceed 2% of all listening, typically occurring around November 1st. However, regional variations are significant, with the Philippines starting as early as September while Argentina and Uruguay wait until Christmas Day itself.

My Instore Radio’s scheduling data reveals that retail stores typically begin earlier than restaurants and hotels, with shopping environments starting holiday music an average of 10-14 days before food service and hospitality venues.

Automated Scheduling Prevents Common Timing Mistakes

My Instore Radio’s platform addresses the timing challenge through automated seasonal scheduling that allows businesses to plan their entire holiday music strategy in advance. The system enables businesses to set specific start dates for holiday programming and automatically revert to regular music profiles on predetermined dates, preventing the common mistake of extended holiday music running into January.

“The biggest complaint we hear isn’t about when Christmas music starts—it’s about businesses forgetting to turn it off,” explains Klausen. 

“Our customers schedule their holiday music to automatically stop on December 25th or 26th, ensuring they don’t start the new year with tired, outdated programming.”

The platform’s scheduling capabilities include gradual implementation options, allowing businesses to begin with mixed holiday content in mid-November and progressively increase the proportion of seasonal music leading up to Christmas Day. This graduated approach aligns with major retailer practices. 

Staff Fatigue Drives Demand for Variety

Analysis of customer preferences reveals that playlist variety matters more than start timing for long-term satisfaction. Clinical psychologist Linda Blair warns that playing Christmas music too early in the season can trigger stress and feelings of being trapped, as reported by CBS News. The concern becomes particularly acute for employees who experience holiday playlists for entire shifts rather than brief customer visits.

My Instore Radio’s dynamic playlist generation creates fresh daily programming without repetition, addressing research from Western Washington University showing that even favorite songs become intrusive and unpleasant when they repeat involuntarily, as reported in Psychology Today.

“While customers might hear your playlist for 30 minutes, your staff experiences it for entire shifts, day after day,” notes Klausen. 

“Our non-repeating playlist system prevents the burnout that happens when the same songs loop continuously for six weeks.”

The platform serves businesses across retail, hospitality, and service industries in more than 50 countries through offices in Denmark, Los Angeles, and Sydney. All services include comprehensive commercial music licensing, eliminating legal concerns associated with consumer streaming platforms not designed for business use.

Businesses planning their holiday music strategy can access free music profiling consultations to determine optimal timing and content selection for their specific market and customer base.

About My Instore Radio 

My Instore Radio is a leading provider of comprehensive in-store media solutions including background music for business, overhead messaging, digital signage, and AI-powered voice generation for businesses globally.

Founded in 2011 in Billund, Denmark, the company has expanded to serve thousands of locations across more than 50 countries through offices in Denmark, Los Angeles, and Sydney. My Instore Radio enables businesses to effortlessly manage music, advertisements, and branding across multiple locations through an intuitive web interface, serving clients in retail, hospitality, and other industries worldwide.

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