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CALGARY, AB, Feb. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Naughty-Nights.com ("Naughty Nights") today announced the launch of its new website and experience-based couples role-playing kits that bring a novel approach to creating excitement and intimacy in relationships. Couples order personalized kits that allow them to play out common fantasies and feel a deep sense of immersion over multiple days, culminating in an unforgettable night. Naughty Nights is proud to have designed an inclusive approach suitable for all gender identities and orientations, with anyone being able to play any role. Continue Reading Two people in chairs across from each other, feet and legs only. Overlayed is the Naughty Nights lights and the phrase "Personalized, Guided Role Play Kits For All Couples" Benefitsof playing a Naughty Nights scenario include: Improved Intimacy. Bond over a shared romantic experience that encourages open communication. Fun and Exploration. Role-playing gives both players a chance to get out of their heads and routines in a fun new way. Better Sex. Talking openly about our needs is the foundation of sexual trust, making way for better sex - permanently. How does Naughty Nights work?Naughty Nights' two-phase approach to role-play is unique. It helps players get highly immersed in their game's world as they complete fun, purpose-designed tasks.In the first few days of play, couples interact through the game and with each other in novel ways like secret letters. These interactions help players share desires and boundaries comfortably. This phase also encourages them to get into the character and eliminates a lot of the awkwardness involved in role-playing.In phase two, players have a meetup, where they receive suggestions or tasks that are open-ended, allowing for as much exploration as players want while still challenging them.The first kit launched by Naughty Nights, just in time for Valentine's Day, is a "Student & Professor" scenario.Naughty-Nights.com kits are available now and ship worldwide for $39.99 CDN (~$32USD). For more information on role play for couples, adult role play games, and to learn more about Naughty Nights scenario kits, visit www.Naughty-Nights.com. About Naughty Nights:Naughty Nights is a new adult game company taking a radically different approach to couples' role-play. Naughty Nights believes in the power of role-playing as a tool to enhance communication, increase intimacy, and prompt exploration, leading to happier and healthier relationships. Allowing couples to have novel experiences in the comfort of their own homes, Naughty Nights focuses on immersion, guided-yet-open gameplay, personalization, and inclusion. While the best options to date in this space have been awkwardly buying costumes or taking verbatim orders from a book, Naughty Nights delivers an unparalleled, fun experience for all couples looking to bring more excitement to their bedrooms.For more information contact:[emailprotected]ORBryce Lokken, Chief Game Officer[emailprotected]Related FilesEVERYTHING copy.jpgP4.pngRelated Imagesnaughty-nights-role-playing-image.jpg Naughty Nights Role-Playing Image Two people in chairs across from each other, feet and legs only. Overlayed is the Naughty Nights lights and the phrase "Personalized, Guided Role Play Kits For All Couples" Related LinksAbout Couples Role Playing About Naughty Nights SOURCE Naughty Nights

Unique New Couples Game Improves Relationships Adult role-playing made easy and fun through a novel approach just in time for Valentine's Day!

VANCOUVER, British Columbia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apollo Insurance Solutions Ltd. (APOLLO) (TSXV: APLO Reserved), Canadas leading online insurance provider for small businesses and individuals, is pleased to announce that Klaus Salchner has joined the APOLLO team as Chief Technology Officer. Salchner brings over 30 years of software engineering experience to APOLLOs technology team. Most recently, Klaus served as Vice President of Engineering, Customer Experiences at Realtor.com, a subsidiary of News Corp (NASDAQ: NWSA), where he led their development team in adopting the latest in mobile technologies, data analytics, and machine learning to their platforms audience of over 100 million users. He is a seasoned technology executive with more than twenty years experience in various technology leadership roles and more than thirty years in the technology space. Klaus is an incredible anchor to the APOLLO executive team from a technology perspective. His depth of knowledge and experience at scale will be invaluable as we continue to build an enterprise platform across the North American market, said APOLLO CEO Jeff McCann. His experience with data, machine learning, and artificial intelligence for consumer engagement is an ideal fit for APOLLO. Salchner will continue to build on APOLLOs development processes, ensuring APOLLO continues to accelerate product builds and user optimizations with brokers as well as embedded partnerships. He will also provide the expertise required to implement sophisticated data and AI-driven customer experiences. At APOLLO, Salchner will work closely with the rest of the development team as the company continues to execute its mission to become the everything store for online insurance products. Joining the APOLLO team at this stage of growth is extremely exciting, said Salchner. There is a tremendous opportunity for technology to simplify the insurance purchasing process for everyone involved. Business owners, consumers, and brokers want this process to be digital, with simple and flexible payment options. In January 2021, APOLLO announced the close of an oversubscribed $13.5 million Series A financing round. Gravitas Securities Inc. led the financing which resulted in a strong and diverse shareholder base that included Trisura Group Ltd. (TSX: TSU), an international specialty insurance provider operating in the surety, risk solutions, corporate insurance and reinsurance segments of the market, and Liberty Mutual Insurance, a Fortune 100 company that is the sixth largest global property and casualty insurer based on 2019 gross written premium. About APOLLO Insurance APOLLO is Canada's leading online insurance provider. Our proprietary platform, the APOLLO Exchange, allows insurance agents and their customers to purchase their policy immediately, from anywhere, on any device, 24/7. Unlike traditional paper-based processes, APOLLO leverages extensive data and sophisticated algorithms to quote, collect payment, and issue policies for thousands of types of small businesses and individuals without human intervention. Through traditional agents and embedded finance partnerships, APOLLO is redefining the distribution of insurance. For more information, visit: https://apollocover.com/ Availability of the Apollo Exchange and the products described herein are subject to applicable eligibility requirements, including jurisdiction, and other terms and conditions. Descriptions of the Apollo Exchange and such products contained herein are qualified in their entirety by such requirements, terms, and conditions. All rights reserved.

APOLLO Welcomes Klaus Salchner as Chief Technology Officer

SAN ANTONIO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Pathwire, the leading provider of powerful email APIs and intuitive email marketing solutions, today released a new study, The Path to Email Engagement in 2021, that provides valuable insights to email senders. Pathwire brings together Mailgun, the email delivery service for developers, and Mailjet, the all-in-one email marketing platform, under a new corporate brand. As part of its public debut, Pathwire has published a research report that evaluates global consumers habits around checking their personal inbox and how they interact with the emails they receive from B2C brands. The research reveals consumers strong desire for more connection with the brands they love and that email is still an incredibly predominant form of communication. More than one-quarter (25.4%) of respondents check their personal email more than five times a day, and the majority of users (53.4%) look at unread messages from newest to oldest. The study also uncovers that the top reasons for subscribing to an email list are to get a one-off discount and to regularly receive special offers. Consumers want stronger connections with the brands they love Across the board, consumers are looking to establish deeper, more frequent connections to businesses, with social and email as the preferred channels. Nearly 80% of consumers want to hear from companies at least once a week. However, nearly 20% of Americans receive more than 50 emails to their personal email addresses a day. So how can businesses stand out in these crowded inboxes and achieve those desired connections? Even as inboxes are getting more cluttered, were seeing a strong need for personal connection between consumer and brand, which could be a sign of these isolated, socially-distanced times, said Nicole Jacobson, VP of Marketing, Pathwire. Discounts may compel people to sign up for an email, but personalized content and a sender they identify with is what drives them to open and remain engaged over time. The path to creating connected experiences around the world Businesses are vying to reach customers at precisely the right time to increase engagement with their audience, and new technology provides an opportunity for brands to expand their reach. The new Pathwire brand reiterates our commitment to innovative deliverability solutions that drive more email engagement, said Will Conway, CEO of Pathwire. The new name reflects the companys mission to help businesses build connected, engaging experiences through their communication channels, and we are incredibly excited about this new chapter in our teams journey. Pathwire is a representation of the energy and momentum with which its technology connects people and the brands they love. The new brand arrives just over a year after Mailguns acquisition of Mailjet in October 2019. Pathwire will offer the Mailgun Email API and Mailjet Email Marketing platforms as separate products alongside an ever-growing suite of deliverability offerings and new products planned for 2021 that expand the solution set beyond email. To learn more about Pathwire and access the research report on The Path to Email Engagement in 2021, visit Pathwire.com. About Pathwire Pathwire empowers 400,000 companies around the world to solve complex communication problems. Through its powerful email API and intuitive email marketing solutions, Pathwire delivers over 250 billion emails a year for companies like DHL, Wikipedia, Toast, Lyft, and Microsoft. The company provides reliable, cloud-native infrastructure, local expertise, and smart solutions based on machine learning so companies can more easily reach their customers and build connected experiences. Pathwire has offices worldwide including in the UK, Spain, France, Germany, and the US. For more information, please visit www.pathwire.com.

Pathwire Study Reveals Ways B2C Brands Are Missing Opportunities to Connect With Customers New research from Pathwire, Mailgun and Mailjets new corporate brand formed to help brands bridge the communication gap, shows that one-third of consumers have dedicated email addresses for promotional emails

PHOENIX, Dec. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Dovly, the credit repair engine that tracks, manages, and fixes your credit, today announced the appointment of Todd Davis, co-founder and former chief executive officer (CEO) of identity protection leader LifeLock, to its board of advisors. "Todd is one of the most innovative marketers and business leaders in the personal finance industry," said Nirit Rubenstein, CEO and co-founder of Dovly. "His unique understanding of consumer mindsets and financial technology enabled him to create and scale a transformational business. His insights will help us take Dovly to the next level." "Millions of Americans have at least one serious mistake on their credit reports," Todd Davis, co-founder and former CEO of LifeLock, explained, "yet far too many of those people aren't even aware of it, nor do they understand the impact these mistakes have on credit scores. Dovly is a game changer." After launching his career with Dell in the early 1990s, Davis co-founded LifeLock in 2005. Five years later, the company ranked eighth on Inc. Magazine's list of the 500 fastest growing companies in America, and in 2012, the company went public. By 2014, LifeLock had over three million subscribers and 700 employees. Symantec acquired the company in February 2017 for $2.3 billion. Davis now serves as chairman of the board of Kadenwood and Aesthetics Biomedical. Dovly also welcomed Jacky Chiu, the former vice president of product of LifeLock, to its advisory board. Chiu is the co-founder and chief technology officer of Brightside, a financial technology company that recently secured a $35 million series A funding round led by Andreessen Horowitz. About Dovly Dovly is an advanced credit repair engine that tracks, manages, and fixes your credit. Dovly's fully automated technology enables customers to get ahead financially by leveraging credit intelligence to repair credit scores. The company is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, and has increased its customer base by 160% this year alone. In June of 2020, Dovly raised a $2.25 million round of seed funding led by NFX, with participation from 1984 Ventures. Learn more at www.dovly.com. SOURCE Dovly

Dovly, the Credit Repair Engine, Welcomes Todd Davis, Co-Founder and Former CEO of LifeLock, to Advisory Board Davis grew LifeLock into a multi-billion dollar publicly traded company and will advise Dovly's growth strategy

CHICAGO, March 31, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- DNP Select Income Fund Inc. (NYSE: DNP), a closed-end fund advised by Duff & Phelps Investment Management Co., announced today that the Fund will redeem two series of its Floating Rate Mandatory Redeemable Preferred Shares, liquidation preference $100,000 per share ("MRP Shares"), on their mandatory redemption date of April 1, 2021. The Fund will redeem all 600 of the outstanding Series B MRP Shares (CUSIP23325P3#9) for an aggregate price of $60 million and all 330 of the outstanding Series D MRP Shares (CUSIP 23325P5#7) for an aggregate price of $33 million. The Series B and Series D MRP Shares will be redeemed for 100% of their liquidation preference. There are no accrued and unpaid dividends because the redemptions are occurring on the final dividend payment date. The redemption of the Series B and Series D MRP Shares is being funded by the borrowing of $93 million under the Fund's existing credit facility with a major commercial bank. About the Fund DNP Select Income Fund Inc. is a closed-end diversified investment management company whose primary investment objectives are current income and long-term growth of income. The fund seeks to achieve these objectives by investing primarily in a diversified portfolio of equity and fixed income securities of companies in the public utilities industry. For more information, please visit www.dpimc.com/dnp or call (800) 864-0629. About the Investment Adviser Duff & Phelps Investment Management Co. has more than 40 years of experience managing investment portfolios, including institutional separate accounts and open- and closed-end funds investing in utilities, infrastructure and real estate investment trusts (REITs). For more information, visit www.dpimc.com. Duff & Phelps is a subsidiary of Virtus Investment Partners (NASDAQ: VRTS), a multi-boutique asset manager with approximately $166.6 billion under management as of February 28, 2021. Virtus provides investment management products and services to individuals and institutions through a multi-manager asset management business, comprising a number of individual affiliated managers, each with a distinct investment style, autonomous investment process and individual brand. Additional information can be found at www.virtus.com. SOURCE DNP Select Income Fund Inc. Related Links http://www.dnpselectincome.com

DNP Select Income Fund Inc. Will Redeem Mandatory Redeemable Preferred Shares Series B and Series D

NEWYORK, March 23, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Advertising Division ("NAD") recommended that Church & Dwight Co., Inc. discontinue the claim "clinically proven absorption" on product labels, the vitafusion website, tradeshow materials and during video advertisements for its vitafusion gummy line of dietary supplements. The claim was challenged by Pharmavite LLC, manufacturer of Nature Made dietary supplements. The advertiser has said it will appeal NAD's findings to the National Advertising Review Board. NAD is an investigative unit of the advertising industry's system of self-regulation and is a division of the BBB National Programs' self-regulatory and dispute resolution programs. First, NAD found that many of the disclosures in the challenged advertising do not effectively limit the "clinically proven absorption" claim to vitamins C and D3 in vitafusion products that contain those ingredients. NAD determined that, as a result, consumers can reasonably takeaway a broader message, namely that the vitafusion products themselves have been tested and that all of their ingredients not just vitamin C and D3 demonstrate "clinically proven absorption." Although NAD noted that in several places on vitafusion's website, the advertiser does, in fact, integrate the disclosure into the main claim (e.g., "[t]he only gummy vitamin brand with clinically proven absorption for vitamins C and D"), in other places on the website, the disclosure is not similarly integrated into or proximate to the main claim. NAD made similar findings that the disclosure is not clear and conspicuous or in close proximity to the main claim - with respect to the relevant disclosure as it appeared on vitafusion's product labels and in the challenged video advertisements. Next, NAD considered whether the evidence in the record was sufficient to support a properly qualified "clinically proven absorption" claim, assuming that the advertiser appropriately limits the claim to vitamins C and D3 in vitafusion products containing those nutrients. In support of its claim, the advertiser submitted one acute clinical study evaluating a high-dose, single-nutrient formulation of vitamin C and two acute clinical studies (one pilot) evaluating a high-dose, single-nutrient formulation of vitamin D3. The studies evaluated the bioequivalence of vitafusion gummy vitamins and Nature Made tablet vitamins. The advertiser also submitted a high-dose multivitamin study that assessed the absorption of vitamin C and D3 from a gummy multivitamin formula. In addition, the advertiser submitted expert reports that explained nutrient absorption, as well as validated the proffered studies. Although NAD expressed concern that these studies tested dosages dramatically different from the amounts of vitamin C and D3 present in the marketed products, it recognized it to be undisputed that vitamins C and D3 are absorbed through both active and passive transport mechanisms in the human body, and that high-dose studies may demonstrate the existence of absorption in lower dose products. However, the challenger argued that the "clinically proven absorption" claim reasonably communicates that the advertiser possesses clinical proof of absorption at clinically meaningful levels. Whereas, the advertiser rejected this argument and maintained that "clinically proven absorption" communicates only the fact that vitamins C and D3 are absorbed and says nothing about the amount of vitamins C and D3 absorbed from vitafusion products. NAD determined that one message reasonably communicated by "clinically proven absorption" is that the advertiser has clinical proof of absorption in consumer meaningful amounts. Thus, the claim that vitafusion gummy vitamins will deliver a meaningful amount of nutrients to the body must be supported by evidence in the record. NAD noted that there was no reliable evidence in the record to support the advertiser's argument that any increase in the amount of the essential nutrients vitamins C and D3 in consumers who do not receive enough of them from other sources will benefit these consumers in a clinically meaningful manner. Further, in response to the advertiser's contention that there is no set amount of absorption of vitamins C and D3 that can be defined as "clinically meaningful" across the general population of consumers of dietary supplements, NAD noted that if the advertiser wishes to tout the "clinically proven absorption" capabilities of its vitafusion gummy vitamins, it has the burden of demonstrating the consumer meaningfulness of its results. For these reasons, NAD determined that the vitamin C and D3 studies were not a good fit to support the messages reasonably conveyed by the advertiser's "clinically proven absorption" claim and recommended that it be discontinued. In its advertiser's statement, Church & Dwight said that it will appeal NAD's decision. Church & Dwight stated that it "is a strong supporter of the self-regulatory process," however it "fundamentally disagrees with NAD's conclusion that the claim 'clinically proven absorption' reasonably communicates to consumers the implied message that absorption of vitamins C and D3 occurs 'at clinically meaningful levels' . . . or that the challenged advertising making the claim is not substantiated." About the National Advertising Division:National Advertising Division (NAD), a division of BBB National Programs, provides independent self-regulation overseeing the truthfulness of advertising across the U.S. NAD reviews national advertising in all media and its decisions set consistent standards for truth and accuracy. About BBB National Programs:BBB National Programs fosters trust, innovation, and competition in the marketplace through the development and delivery of cost-effective, third-party self-regulation, dispute resolution and other programs. BBB National Programs is the home ofindustry self-regulatory and dispute resolution programs that include the National Advertising Division (NAD), National Advertising Review Board (NARB), BBB EU Privacy Shield, BBB AUTO LINE, Children's Advertising Review Unit (CARU), Children's Food and Beverage Advertising Initiative (CFBAI), Children's Confection Advertising Initiative (CCAI), Direct Selling Self-Regulatory Council (DSSRC), Digital Advertising Accountability Program (Accountability Program), and the Coalition for Better Advertising Dispute Resolution Program (CBA DRM).The programs are designed to resolve business issues and advance shared objectives by responding to marketplace concerns to create a better customer experience. To learn more about industry self-regulation, please visit: BBBNP.org. SOURCE BBB National Programs, Inc.; National Advertising Division Related Links https://www.bbbnp.org

NAD Recommends Church & Dwight Discontinue "Clinically Proven Absorption" Claim for Vitafusion Gummy Dietary Supplements; Advertiser to Appeal to NARB

SALISBURY, Md., April 2, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --In its eighth annual report, the Business Benchmark on Farm Animal Welfare(BBFAW), the leading global measure of policy commitment, performance, and disclosure on animal welfare in food companies, ranked Perdue FarmsTier 2 for the third consecutive year for the company's demonstrated commitment to animal care. The 2019 Benchmark analyzed 150 global food companies and is supported by Compassion in World Farmingand World Animal Protection. A chicken at Perdue Farms Research Farm in Westover, Maryland ventures outdoors Perdue Farms chickens climb and perch on an environmental enrichment Established in 2012, the BBFAW is considered the first global measure of company performance on animal welfare and reserves the top-two tiers for companies that demonstrate strong commitments to farm animal welfare and have established management systems and processes. This Tier 2 ranking recognizes that Perdue Farms has made farm animal welfare an integral part of its business strategy, and places the company among the top 15 percent of more than 150 global food companies ranked in the report, in the top 7% of U.S. food companies ranked, and one of only two U.S. poultry or meat companies to achieve Tier 2 or higher. As proof points for achieving this high rank, the report cites Perdue's Research Farm, which studies different chicken breeds in addition to the effects of brighter light, more space, outdoor access, and enrichments as part of our continuous improvement in poultry care; our latest Animal Care Report, in which we demonstrate our commitment to research and innovation across key chicken welfare areas; our annual Animal Care Summit, during which we bring together animal care experts and advocates, customers, farmers, and company leadership to discuss our latest animal care updates; and the various financial incentives we introduced to ensure that broiler farmer income is not negatively impacted by the implementation of higher welfare measures, such as incentivizing live bird-handling and rewards for welfare outcomes in addition to productivity. "We share a common objective with the BBFAW, which is to continuously improve the welfare of the animals in our care. This high ranking for the third year in a row validates progress toward our vision to be the most-trusted name in premium protein, and provides independent, third-party recognition of our commitments," said Randy Day, CEO of Perdue Farms. "This ranking also shines an important spotlight on our family farmers, who help raise our chickens with the highest standards and utmost care. Especially during this uncharted time of COVID-19, we see our farmers' tireless dedication now more than ever as they remain committed to their essential roles in helping to keep our nation fed."Beyond the company rankings, the BBFAW 2019 cites consumer interest in farm animal welfare, coupled with positive momentum inside a majority of the world's most influential food companies as key accelerators of year on year change. Nicky Amos, Executive Director of the Business Benchmark on Farm Animal Welfare, said, "The 2019 findings demonstrate that the BBFAW continues to be an important driver of change. An increasing number of companies are using the annual benchmark to drive continuous improvement in farm animal welfare practices, performance anddisclosure.""This tool makes it clear which companies are leading, and which are lagging," said Steve McIvor, CEO at World Animal Protection. "Food producers, supermarkets and restaurant chains will ignore the demands of consumers at their own peril. With this tool, we expose who's leading the way on animal welfare, and who's lagging and showing little concern for animal cruelty. The BBFAW tool provides a robust and objective analysis of corporate disclosure on farm animal welfare, and makes animal welfare information easily accessible."About Perdue FarmsWe're a fourth-generation, family owned, U.S. food and agriculture company in our 100th year of business. Through our belief in responsible food and agriculture, we are empowering consumers, customers and farmers through trusted choices in products and services.The PERDUEbrand is the number-one brand of fresh chicken in the U.S., and the company is the leader in organic chicken in the U.S., and Perdue AgriBusiness is an international agricultural products and services company. Now in our centennial year, our path forward is about getting better, not just bigger. We never use drugs for growth promotion in raising poultry and livestock, and we are actively advancing our animal welfare programs. Our brands are leaders in no-antibiotics-ever chicken, turkey and pork, and in USDA-certified organic chicken. Learn more atcorporate.perduefarms.com.SOURCE Perdue Farms

Perdue Farms Achieves High Ranking from Global Business Benchmark on Farm Animal Welfare for Third Consecutive Year Annual report recognizes Perdue's ongoing commitment to farm animal welfare as an integral part of the company's business strategy

SCRANTON, Pa., Jan. 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Board of Directors of Peoples Financial Services Corp. (NASDAQ: PFIS) declared a first quarter dividend of $0.37 per share. The $0.37 dividend represents a 2.8% increase over the dividend declared in the fourth quarter of 2020. The dividend is payable March 15, 2021 to shareholders of record February 26, 2021. Peoples Financial Services Corp. (the "Company") is the parent company of Peoples Security Bank and Trust Company (the "Bank"), an independent community bank serving its retail and commercial customers through twenty-six full-service community banking offices located within the Bucks, Lackawanna, Lebanon, Lehigh, Luzerne, Monroe, Montgomery, Northampton, Susquehanna, and Wyoming Counties in Pennsylvania and Broome County in New York. Each office, interdependent with the community, offers a comprehensive array of financial products and services to individuals, businesses, not-for-profit organizations and government entities. The Company's business philosophy includes offering direct access to senior management and other officers and providing friendly, informed and courteous service, local and timely. Safe Harbor Forward-Looking Statements: We make statements in this press release, and we may from time to time make other statements regarding our outlook or expectations for future financial or operating results and/or other matters regarding or affecting Peoples Financial Services Corp., Peoples Security Bank and Trust Company, and its subsidiaries (collectively, "Peoples") that are considered "forward-looking statements" as defined in Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Such forward-looking statements may be identified by the use of such words as "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "should," "planned," "estimated," "intend" and "potential." For these statements, Peoples claims the protection of the statutory safe harbors for forward-looking statements. Peoples cautions you that a number of important factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those currently anticipated in any forward-looking statement. Such factors include, but are not limited to: prevailing economic and political conditions, particularly in our market area; the unfolding COVID-19 crisis and the governmental responses to the crisis: credit risk associated with our lending activities; changes in interest rates, loan demand, real estate values and competition; changes in accounting principles, policies, and guidelines; changes in any applicable law, rule, regulation or practice with respect to tax or legal issues; our ability to identify and address cyber-security risks and other economic, competitive, governmental, regulatory and technological factors affecting Peoples' operations, pricing, products and services and other factors that may be described in Peoples' Annual Reports on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission from time to time. In addition to these risks, acquisitions and business combinations, present risks other than those presented by the nature of the business acquired. Acquisitions and business combinations may be substantially more expensive to complete than originally anticipated, and the anticipated benefits may be significantly harder-or take longer-to achieve than expected. As regulated financial institutions, our pursuit of attractive acquisition and business combination opportunities could be negatively impacted by regulatory delays or other regulatory issues. Regulatory and/or legal issues related to the pre-acquisition operations of an acquired or combined business may cause reputational harm to Peoples following the acquisition or combination, and integration of the acquired or combined business with ours may result in additional future costs arising as a result of those issues. The forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this release, and, except as may be required by applicable law or regulation, Peoples assumes no obligation to update the forward-looking statements or to update the reasons why actual results could differ from those projected in the forward-looking statements. SOURCE Peoples Financial Services Corp. Related Links http://www.pennsecurity.com

Peoples Financial Services Corp. Declares First Quarter 2021 Dividend

SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: CDNS) today announced the next-generation Cadence Sigrity X signal and power integrity (SI/PI) solutions. Sigrity X features powerful new simulation engines for system-level analysis and includes the innovative massively distributed architecture of the flagship Cadence Clarity 3D Solver. The new Sigrity X tool suite addresses the size and scalability challenges of system-level simulations faced by todays leading-edge technologists in the 5G communications, automotive, hyperscale computing, and aerospace and defense industries. Delivering up to a 10X performance gain for simulation speed and design capacity, Sigrity X also provides a new user experience that streamlines setup time for detailed system-level SI/PI analysis by transitioning seamlessly across different analysis workflows. Additionally, the next-generation release works in tandem with the Clarity 3D Solver and is deeply integrated into Cadences Allegro PCB Designer and Allegro Package Designer Plus. This enables PCB and IC package designers to incorporate end-to-end, multi-fabric, multi-board systems (from transmitter to receiver or power source to power sink) for SI/ PI signoff success. Cadence is dedicated to solving the most challenging system-level analysis problems with unprecedented speed and accuracy. Sigrity X delivers an extensive and comprehensive SI/PI analysis, optimization and signoff solution, said Ben Gu, vice president of multi-physics system analysis in the Custom IC & PCB Group at Cadence. Sigrity X is the most significant Sigrity breakthrough in the past decade, representing more than a rearchitected engine and transformed user interface. Its a paradigm shift in customer productivity and SI/PI design insight. Endorsements Our continued success in the 5G mobile, home entertainment, networking and other industries depends on design and analysis tools that keep up with thriving markets and demanding time-to-market schedules. We work closely with the Sigrity team from Cadence and are very pleased to see the results being delivered in the next-generation Sigrity release. Not only can many designs be analyzed 10X faster with the same accuracy level, but the capability has also been extended to larger and more complex designs that previously could not be analyzed. This productivity builder is allowing us to cut weeks off our design cycles and expedite our product delivery. Aaron Yang, Senior Director at MediaTek In a world with increasing speed and scale, there is a growing need to verify systems accurately and quickly in order to deliver Renesas products to the data center, industrial and automotive markets in a timely manner. Using the new Sigrity 2021 release, important processes for IC package signoff were improved dramatically; simulations that took more than a day to complete can now be completed in just a few short hours. We are excited about the adoption of this new technology, with a proven performance improvement of 10X, for our production designs. Tamio Nagano, Senior Principal Engineer, Design Automation Department, Shared R&D EDA Division, IoT and Infrastructure Business Unit at Renesas We depend on fast and accurate modeling tools for the advanced IC packages we design for our foundry customers. Using the tightly integrated Allegro Package Designer Plus and Sigrity XtractIM tool combination from Cadence has been key to our many successes. The Sigrity 2021 release brings us the same level of accuracy from the Sigrity XtractIM field solver with performance that can allow us to deliver final design plans weeks earlier than before. Along with another 10X performance improvement from Cadence, we are looking forward to delivering a better product to our customers. Sangyun Kim, VP of Foundry Design Technology at Samsung Electronics Our high-speed interfaces such as 56G SerDes and LPDDR5 must meet strict signal integrity requirements. Our design teams require that our PCB design and analysis tools work seamlessly. The combination of Cadence Allegro PCB design tools and Sigrity analysis tools gives us this seamless integration. We are now seeing the X-factor with Sigrity technology. Sigrity X-Technology delivers up to 10X performance improvements over previous releases, significantly reducing the time required to analyze the PCB. We can now increase quality by iterating two or three more times and still meet our schedules. This ensures we have a robust product for our customers. David Dai, VP of H3C Semiconductor Technologies Co., Ltd. Sigrity X supports Cadences Intelligent System Design strategy, enabling system innovation. Customers can learn more at www.cadence.com/go/SigrityX as well as register for the on-demand next-generation Sigrity X webinar at www.cadence.com/go/events. About Cadence Cadence is a pivotal leader in electronic design, building upon more than 30 years of computational software expertise. The company applies its underlying Intelligent System Design strategy to deliver software, hardware and IP that turn design concepts into reality. Cadence customers are the worlds most innovative companies, delivering extraordinary electronic products from chips to boards to systems for the most dynamic market applications, including consumer, hyperscale computing, 5G communications, automotive, mobile, aerospace, industrial and healthcare. For six years in a row, Fortune magazine has named Cadence one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For. Learn more at cadence.com. 2021 Cadence Design Systems, Inc. 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Cadence Unveils Next-Generation Sigrity X for Up to 10X Faster System Analysis Sigrity X leverages breakthrough distributed computing architecture for hyperscale, 5G communications, automotive and aerospace applications Highlights: Sigrity X delivers up to 10X performance improvement with uncompromised accuracy Breakthrough massively distributed simulation enables large-scale complex analysis in the cloud Tightly integrated, leading SI/PI technology available across Cadence design platforms New user experience enables immediate transition across different analysis workflows, minimizing setup time for detailed system analysis

LAS VEGAS, Feb. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Indiana sportsbooks opened 2021 with another impressive month, setting the state's wagering record for the fifth consecutive month with nearly $350 million and posting a new high in revenue. January's strong showing, which came as neighboring Michigan launched sports betting, is more evidence that Indiana is far from reaching its ceiling and capable of generating more than $3 billion in bets in 2021, according to analysts from PlayIndiana. Continue Reading PlayIndiana.com "This will be a particularly important year for Indiana's sports betting industry," said Jessica Welman, analyst for PlayIndiana.com. "Illinois and Michigan, which were two feeder markets in the early days of sports betting in Indiana, will continue to grow. And Ohio is moving toward regulating sports betting, too. So sportsbooks will increasingly have to rely on in-state bettors. That said, the market continues to prove more than capable of standing on its own." Indiana sportsbooks accepted $348.2 million in wagers in January, according to official reporting released Friday. That is up 103.9% from $171 million in January 2019 and topped the previous record of $313.1 million set in December. January's wagering resulted in a record $29.3 million in adjusted gross operator revenue, up from $12.2 million in January 2019. The month's bets yielded $2.8 million in state taxes.If the growth continues through 2021, the state could top $3 billion in bets, more than $200 million in revenue, and $20 million in state taxes, according to PlayIndiana projections."Assuming we don't have any interruptions in the sports schedule like in 2020, a new high is almost assured in 2021," said Dustin Gouker, analyst for PlayIndiana.com. "The biggest question is how much higher? That depends in large part on how well the market responds to increasing competition from its neighbors."The NBA season enjoyed its first full month of games while college basketball settled into a more robust conference. Bettors responded with $133.2 million in wagers on basketball, accounting for 38% of the state's handle. Plus, January got a boost from an expanded NFL playoffs with two additional games over Wild Card weekend, including one with the Indianapolis Colts, which helped football draw $77.6 million in bets."Aside from the NFL's expanded playoff, January was perhaps the most normal sports schedule since February 2020, offering our best gauge yet of where Indiana is as a market," Welman said. "Even with increased competition from Michigan, which launched in late January, Indiana's sportsbooks continue to perform well. Indiana's significant interest in basketball differentiates the market from many in the U.S., and offers a positive sign for a market that is increasingly local."Online betting generated 85.1% of January's handle, or $296.5 million. DraftKings/Ameristar Casino accounted for 35.2% of the state's January handle with $122.6 million in bets, producing $9.4 million in gross receipts. FanDuel/Blue Chip Casino was second with $89.2 million in bets, and BetMGM/Belterra was third with $52.4 million.Retail sportsbooks produced $51.7 million in January wagers, up from $47.4 million in January 2020. Hollywood Lawrenceburg, nearest Cincinnati, led the retail market with a $13.4 million handle."A year after launching, BetMGM has quietly become a major player in the state," Gouker said. "DraftKings and FanDuel continue to be the dominant forces, but having more operators challenge the top is ultimately good for consumers."For more information, visit PlayIndiana.com/revenue.About the PlayUSA.com Network:The PlayUSA.com Network and its state-focused branches is a leading source for news, analysis, and research related to the market for regulated online gaming in the U.S. Contact:Zack Hall, DVA Advertising & PR, 541-389-2411, [emailprotected]SOURCE PlayIndiana.com Related Links http://PlayIndiana.com

Indiana Sportsbooks With Nearly $350 Million in Wagers in January, Setting Stage for Record-Setting 2021, According to PlayIndiana

RALEIGH, N.C. andSMITHFIELD, N.C., Oct. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --EmergeOrthoTriangle Region welcomes Dr. Thomas Scarritt to the Brier Creek, Raleigh, and Smithfield locations starting October 1, 2020. As a board-eligible, fellowship-trained general surgeon, Dr. Scarritt brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the general surgery team. His expertise in minimally-invasive procedures enables Dr. Scarritt to address a wide variety of conditions and diseases. He routinely performs abdominal, gastrointestinal (GI), and hernia surgeries, focusing on personalized and patient-centered care. Dr. Thomas Scarritt, M.D. of EmergeOrtho-Triangle Region "I look forward to sharing my experience and expertise in advanced surgical approaches with EmergeOrthoTriangle Region's general surgery team and patients," Dr. Scarritt says. "I'm also looking forward to returning to the Triangle Region." Dr. Scarritt, who completed his residency in general surgery at the University of North CarolinaChapel Hill, will be offering laparoscopic techniques for GI and hernia conditions and diseases. This includes diseases of the esophagus, stomach, gallbladder, small and large bowel, and appendix, to inguinal, femoral, incisional, and diaphragmatic hernias. "We are excited to have Dr. Scarritt join our team of highly-skilled general surgeons," says Dr. William Silver, M.D., Medical Director of EmergeOrtho-Triangle Region. "His specialty background and training will be an asset to our general surgery team." Dr. Scarritt earned his undergraduate degree from Georgetown University before returning to his home state of Alabama to earn a medical degree at the University of South Alabama. Following, he moved to the Triangle Region of NC, where he completed his residency in General Surgery at the University of North Carolina. After residency, he completed a Fellowship in Minimally Invasive Surgery at the University of Arizona.He belongs to several national associations, including the American College of Surgeons, Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, and the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons. "We are very pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Thomas Scarritt to the EmergeOrtho General Surgery Department. Dr. Scarritt is a Magna Cum Laude graduate in History from Georgetown University and an Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society graduate from the University of South Alabama School of Medicine," says Dr. Phillip Shadduck, M.D. "He completed general surgery training at UNC Chapel Hill followed by a Minimally Invasive Surgery Fellowship in Arizona. Please join us in welcoming Tom and Liz back to the Triangle."To learn more about Dr. Scarritt, visit the EmergeOrthoTriangle Region website.About EmergeOrthoTriangle RegionSince 1952, EmergeOrthoTriangle Region has been providing high quality, streamlined, patient-centered care to address a diverse variety of injuries and conditions. Our Triangle area practices consist of 18 locations covering 10 counties, including 12 Urgent Care clinics located in Apex, Brier Creek, Burlington, Chapel Hill, Durham, Oxford, Southpoint, Smithfield, Raleigh, Roanoke Rapids, Wake Forest, and Wilson.MEDIA CONTACT: Chris Adkins(919) 281-1806[emailprotected] SOURCE EmergeOrtho, P.A. Related Links https://www.emergeortho.com

EmergeOrtho--Triangle Region Welcomes Thomas Scarritt, M.D.

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Noble Midstream Partners LP (NASDAQ: NBLX) (Noble Midstream or the Partnership) announced today that it expects to close the previously announced merger transaction with Chevron Corporation (Chevron) in mid-May. Under the terms of the merger agreement, at the closing, all of the publicly held common units representing limited partner interests in the Partnership will convert into the right to receive newly issued shares of Chevron common stock. As a result, Partnership unitholders are not expected to receive a quarterly distribution from the Partnership for the quarter ended March 31, 2021, and instead, unitholders are expected to receive a quarterly dividend, payable June 10, 2021, from Chevron for the quarter ended March 31, 2021, provided that such unitholders continue to hold the shares of Chevron common stock received in the merger on May 19, 2021, the record date for the Chevron quarterly dividend. The Partnership expects to file its Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2021 with the SEC in early May. Due to the anticipated timing of the closing of the merger, the Partnership will not host an earnings call for the quarter ended March 31, 2021, nor will it release a statement regarding earnings or hold an investor presentation. About Noble Midstream Noble Midstream is a master limited partnership originally formed by Noble Energy, Inc. and majority-owned by Chevron Corporation to own, operate, develop and acquire domestic midstream infrastructure assets. Noble Midstream currently provides crude oil, natural gas, and water-related midstream services and owns equity interests in oil pipelines in the DJ Basin in Colorado and the Delaware Basin in Texas. Noble Midstream strives to be the midstream provider and partner of choice for its safe operations, reliability, and strong relationships while enhancing value for all stakeholders. For more information, please visit www.nblmidstream.com. Cautionary Statements This news release contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of federal securities law. Words such as anticipates, believes, expects, intends, will, should, may, estimates, strategy, objective and similar expressions may be used to identify forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are not statements of historical fact and reflect the Partnerships current views about future events. No assurances can be given that the forward-looking statements contained in this news release will occur as projected, and actual results may differ materially from those projected. Forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, estimates and assumptions that involve a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected. Among the important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements are the realization of expected benefits of the proposed transaction to the Partnerships unitholders and the anticipated consummation of the proposed transaction and the timing thereof. For further discussion of risks and uncertainties, you should refer to those described under Risk Factors and Forward-Looking Statements in the Partnerships most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and in other reports we file with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). These reports are also available from the Partnerships office or website, www.nblmidstream.com. Forward-looking statements are based on the estimates and opinions of management at the time the statements are made. Noble Midstream does not assume any obligation to update forward-looking statements should circumstances, managements estimates, or opinions change. No Offer or Solicitation This press release is for informational purposes only and shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities pursuant to the transaction or otherwise, nor shall there be any sale of securities in any jurisdiction in which the offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to the registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction. No offer of securities shall be made except by means of a prospectus meeting the requirements of Section 10 of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. Additional Information and Where You Can Find It In connection with the proposed transaction, Chevron filed a registration statement on Form S-4, which included an information statement of Noble Midstream, with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The Registration Statement was declared effective by the SEC on April 13, 2021. INVESTORS AND SECURITYHOLDERS OF CHEVRON AND NOBLE MIDSTREAM ARE ADVISED TO CAREFULLY READ THE REGISTRATION STATEMENT AND INFORMATION STATEMENT, PROSPECTUS, AND OTHER RELEVANT DOCUMENTS (INCLUDING ALL AMENDMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTS THERETO) BECAUSE THEY CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE TRANSACTION, THE PARTIES TO THE TRANSACTION AND THE RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH THE TRANSACTION. A definitive information statement has been mailed to securityholders of Noble Midstream. Investors and securityholders may obtain a free copy of such documents and other relevant documents filed by Chevron or Noble Midstream with the SEC from the SECs website at www.sec.gov. Securityholders and other interested parties are also able to obtain, without charge, a copy of such documents and other relevant documents from Chevrons website at www.chevron.com under the Investors tab under the heading SEC Filings or from Noble Midstreams website at www.nblmidstream.com under the Investors tab and the SEC Filings sub-tab. Participants in the Solicitation Chevron, Noble Midstream and their respective directors, executive officers and certain other members of management may be deemed to be participants in the solicitation of proxies and consents in respect of the transaction. Information about these persons is set forth in Chevrons proxy statement relating to its 2021 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, which was filed with the SEC on April 8, 2021, and Noble Midstreams Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020, which was filed with the SEC on February 12, 2021, and subsequent statements of changes in beneficial ownership on file with the SEC. Securityholders and investors may obtain additional information regarding the interests of such persons, which may be different than those of the respective companies securityholders generally, by reading the consent solicitation statement prospectus statement, or other relevant documents regarding the transaction (if and when available), which may be filed with the SEC.

Noble Midstream Announces Update on Anticipated Timing of Merger Closing and Quarterly Distribution

MIAMI, April 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ - Cansortium Inc. ("Cansortium" or the "Company") (CSE: TIUM.U), (OTCQB: CNTMF), today announced the second and final closing of its previously announced private placement of units ("Units") at a purchase price of US$0.70 per Unit (the"Private Placement"). The second closing was approximately US$5.2 million, bringing the total Private Placement investment to US$17.1 million. Each Unit consists of one common share of the Company (each, a "Share") and one-half of one common share purchase warrant (each whole warrant, a "Warrant"). Each Warrant will entitle the holder thereof to purchase one common share of the Company (a "Warrant Share") for a period of 24 months following the closing date at an exercise price per Warrant Share equal to US$0.90. As previously announced, proceeds from the Private Placement will provide the necessary capital to accelerate the Company's growth initiatives in both Florida and Michigan. In Florida, where the Company currently operates two cultivation facilities and 24 retail dispensaries (with 3 more to be opened shortly), the proceeds from the Private Placement will be used to: (i) immediately complete Phase 2 of the Company's new Sweetwater cultivation facility, more thandoubling that facility's annual production capacity from 3,000 lbs. to more than 6,000 lbs. of high quality flower, (ii) construct a new building at the Sweetwater facility to more efficiently trim, process and package the increased flower supply; and (iii) create four additional grow rooms in the Tampa cultivation facility to increase the supply of flower and biomass by approximately 2,400 lbs. annually and to improve operating efficiencies. In addition, proceeds from the Private Placement will help accelerate opening two new dispensaries in Pennsylvania and an additional two in Florida by year-end, thereby increasing the Company's dispensary footprint to 31 locations. In Michigan, the Company will expand its existing cultivation facility and construct additional support infrastructure to capitalize on the strong demand for recreational cannabis throughout the state. Canaccord Genuity acted as Financial Advisor to Cansortium on the Private Placement. No securities regulatory authority has either approved or disapproved of the contents of this news release. The Shares and Warrants and any underlying securities shall be subject to a four month hold period from the closing date for Canadian investors. The securities being offered have not been, nor will they be registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "U.S. Securities Act") or any state securities laws. Accordingly, these securities may not be offered or sold within the United States unless registered under the U.S. Securities Act and applicable state securities laws or pursuant to exemptions from the registration requirements of the U.S. Securities Act and applicable state securities laws. This news release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities of Cansortium in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful. About Cansortium Inc. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, and operating under the Fluent brand, Cansortium is focused on being the highest quality cannabis company in the State of Florida driven by an unrelenting commitment to operational excellence from seed to sale. Cansortium has developed strong proficiencies in each of cultivation, processing, retail, and distribution activities, resulting in successfully operating in the highly regulated cannabis industry. In addition to Florida, Cansortium seeks to create significant shareholder value in the attractive markets of Texas, Michigan, and Pennsylvania, where the Company has secured licenses and established operations. Cansortium Inc.'s common shares trade on the CSE under the symbol "TIUM.U" and on the OTCQB Venture Market under the symbol (OTCQB: CNTMF). Investors can find current financial disclosure and Real-Time Level 2 quotes for the Company on www.otcmarkets.com. Forward-Looking Information Certain information in this news release may constitute forward-looking information. In some cases, but not necessarily in all cases, forward-looking information can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "plans", "targets", "expects" or "does not expect", "is expected", "an opportunity exists", "is positioned", "estimates", "intends", "assumes", "anticipates" or "does not anticipate" or "believes", or variations of such words and phrases or state that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "would", "might", "will" or "will be taken", "occur" or "be achieved". In addition, any statements that refer to expectations, projections, or other characterizations of future events or circumstances contain forward-looking information. Statements containing forward-looking information are not historical facts but instead represent management's expectations, estimates, and projections regarding future events. Forward-looking information is necessarily based on many opinions, assumptions, and estimates that, while considered reasonable by the Company as of the date of this news release, are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions, and other factors that may cause the actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information, including but not limited to the factors described in the public documents of the Company available at www.sedar.com. These factors are not intended to represent a complete list of the factors that could affect the Company; however, these factors should be considered carefully. There can be no assurance that such estimates and assumptions will prove to be correct. The forward-looking statements contained in this news release are made as of the date of this news release, and the Company expressly disclaims any obligation to update or alter statements containing any forward-looking information, or the factors or assumptions underlying them, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law. SOURCE Cansortium Inc Related Links www.cansortium.com

Cansortium Announces Second Closing of Private Placement to Complete $17.1 Million Equity Financing

DUBLIN, April 7, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Surgical Lights Market - Forecasts from 2020 to 2025" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The Global Surgical Lights Market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.76% during the forecast period, reaching a total market size of US$1,027.619 million in 2025 from US$734.493 million in 2019. The demand for surgical lights is growing due to an increase in the number of hospitals, a growing global aging population, and the rising prevalence of lifestyle diseases. Rising investments in healthcare infrastructure, especially in developing economies. Hospitals are focusing on providing better healthcare facilities and equipping hospitals with the best of devices and technology for improving health care services is boosting the market growth of surgical lights. Supportive government policies and initiatives such as exemptions from taxes and duties for imported medical systems and drugs and subsidized rates for hospital establishments, to improve the country's health facilities is further contributing to the market growth of surgical lights globally. The increasing standards and regulatory approvals required from the government for operating room equipment is also growing the market for surgical lights as manufacturers are increasingly investing to expand their product portfolio as per regulatory standards across different regions or countries. The growing geriatric population, due to the adoption of a better lifestyle, availability of better health facilities, and declining birth rate, is another factor that is positively impacting the market growth of surgical lights. According to the World Bank Data, the population ages 65 and above of the total population have increased from 7.49% in 2008 to 8.87% in 2018. Since aged people go through relatively more number of surgeries, this continuous rise in the ageing population will increase the demand for surgeries, thereby leading to the market growth of surgical lights during the forecast period. Growing demand for surgical centers due to the increasing number of surgeries is also fueling the market growth of surgical lights. According to OECD data, the number of surgeries has increased from 1,100,675 in 2011 to 1,182,649 in 2018 in Canada while in Mexico, the total number of surgeries increased from 657,730 in 2011 to 835,606 in 2018. The surgical lights are important as they contribute to the success rate of any surgical procedure. High prevalence of cardiovascular diseases contributing to the market growth The cardiology segment accounts for a higher demand for surgical lights owing to the high prevalence of cardiovascular diseases around the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO) in 2017, out of the 17 million premature deaths, about 37% were caused due to cardiovascular disease (CVDs) globally. The increasing number of gynecological surgeries due to growing cases of female reproductive system disorders is further boosting the market growth of surgical lights. Hospitals to hold a major market share Hospitals hold a significant market share owing to the rising investments in expanding or building new hospitals in different regions. The rise in the advancement of technology and the increase in the up-gradation of technologies and medical devices in hospitals is also supporting the escalating demand for surgical lights. The increasing demand for advanced and hybrid operations rooms combined with growing investments is further anticipated to propel the market growth of surgical lights across this segment. However, the ambulatory surgical center will witness a higher CAGR during the forecast period owing to the increasing demand for outpatient surgery centers. People are opting to get their surgery done in ambulatory surgical centers in order to avoid costly hospital visits and stays while getting a better and affordable surgical treatment. APAC to be one of the major markets for surgical light vendors Regionally, the global surgical lights market is classified into North America, South America, Europe, Middle East and Africa, and Asia Pacific. North America held the significant market share owing to the presence of well-established healthcare infrastructure and rising investments, both public and private, in order to expand the healthcare infrastructure is bolstering the market growth in this region. Furthermore, a rapidly increasing aging population in countries like the U.S. and Canada is also driving the market growth of surgical lights in this region. According to the U.S. Population Reference Bureau Report 2016, the number of Americans aged 65 and above is projected to double from 46 million in 2016 to 98 million by 2060. Growing prevalence of diseases such as cancer is further contributing to the growth of synthetic surgical gloves demand in the U.S. Moreover, rising cases of cardiovascular diseases and cancer in these countries is also contributing to the market growth to some extent. According to the National Cancer Institute (NCI), an estimated 1,735,350 new cases of cancers were to be diagnosed in the U.S. and 609,640 people were estimated to die from the disease. The Asia Pacific region is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period due to advancing healthcare technology and growing demand for better healthcare facilities in the region. The booming medical tourism industry in South East Asian countries on account of the presence of advanced medical facilities and low-cost treatment is another major driver of the APAC surgical lights market. Market Players and Competitive Intelligence The competitive intelligence section deals with major players in the market, their market shares, growth strategies, products, financials, and recent investments among others. Key industry participants profiled as part of this section are Stryker, BihlerMED, Getinge AB, Hill-Rom Services Inc., Integra LifeSciences Corporation, Koninklijke Philips N.V., S.I.M.E.O.N Medical GmbH & Co. KG, Shenzhen Mindray Bio-Medical Electronics Co., Ltd., and Skytron, and Steris plc. Key Topics Covered 1. Introduction 1.1. Market Definition 1.2. Market Segmentation 2. Research Methodology 2.1. Research Data 2.2. Assumptions 3. Executive Summary 3.1. Research Highlights 4. Market Dynamics 4.1. Market Drivers 4.2. Market Restraints 4.3. Porters Five Forces Analysis 4.3.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers 4.3.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers 4.3.3. Threat of New Entrants 4.3.4. Threat of Substitutes 4.3.5. Competitive Rivalry in the Industry 4.4. Industry Value Chain Analysis 5. Global Surgical Lights Market Analysis, By Application 5.1. Introduction 5.2. Oncology 5.3. Cardiology 5.4. Ophthalmology 5.5. Others 6. Global Surgical Lights Market Analysis, By End-User 6.1. Introduction 6.2. Hospitals 6.3. Ambulatory Surgical Centers 7. Global Surgical Lights Market Analysis, By Geography 7.1. Introduction 7.2. North America 7.3. South America 7.4. Europe 7.5. Middle East and Africa 7.6. Asia Pacific 8. Competitive Environment and Analysis 8.1. Major Players and Strategy Analysis 8.2. Emerging Players and Market Lucrativeness 8.3. Mergers, Acquisitions, Agreements, and Collaborations 8.4. Vendor Competitiveness Matrix 9. Company Profiles 9.1. Stryker 9.2. BihlerMED 9.3. Getinge AB 9.4. Hill-Rom Services Inc. 9.5. Integra LifeSciences Corporation 9.6. Koninklijke Philips N.V. 9.7. S.I.M.E.O.N Medical GmbH & Co. KG 9.8. Shenzhen Mindray Bio-Medical Electronics Co. Ltd. 9.9. Skytron 9.10. Steris plc For more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/jegjp4 Research and Markets also offers Custom Research services providing focused, comprehensive and tailored research. Media Contact: Research and Markets Laura Wood, Senior Manager [emailprotected] For E.S.T Office Hours Call +1-917-300-0470 For U.S./CAN Toll Free Call +1-800-526-8630 For GMT Office Hours Call +353-1-416-8900 U.S. Fax: 646-607-1907 Fax (outside U.S.): +353-1-481-1716 SOURCE Research and Markets Related Links http://www.researchandmarkets.com

Surgical Lights Industry Forecasts, 2020-2025: Size & Shares, Segment Breakdowns, Major & Emerging Players, Strategy Analysis

CALGARY, Alberta--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Harvest Builders, a Calgary-based growth platform and venture studio, announced the addition of two new companies, One Wealth and Propra, to their studios growing financial technology portfolio. Building off of the momentum of Harvests first studio venture Neo Financial, who recently announced $50 million in Series A financing, Harvests new fintech companies are set to add over 300 new jobs in Calgary's downtown over the next three years. First with Neo Financial, and now with One Wealth and Propra, Harvest Builders has played a central role in developing these companies and creating hundreds of jobs in Alberta. This work is critical to the diversification of our economy and accelerating the growth of our emerging tech sector, said Doug Schweitzer, Minister of Jobs, Economy and Innovation. Led by Chris Simair, Cofounder and former CEO of SkipTheDishes, Harvests venture studio ideates new business opportunities and brings in top-tier talent to work together in building and launching globally competitive companies. Harvests studio strategy uses a synergetic approach that integrates companies and corporate partners in a specific industry to de-risk each venture and accelerate growth through shared infrastructure and resources. These companies, built internally within the studio, belong to a larger portfolio of startups Harvest supports across western Canada. One Wealth As a challenger in the Canadian wealth and investment management space, One Wealth will provide an end-to-end platform designed to create a personalized and transparent experience, including access to low-cost and alternative investment solutions. Co-Founders Jakob Pizzera and Nathan Di Lucca have extensive experience building, operating, and scaling innovative companies in North America including Shopify, Kudos, Element AI and Ritual. A third co-founder, a highly experienced financial services and fintech executive will be announced at a later date.* Propra The property technology platform, Propra, offers an end-to-end property management solution focused on improving the rental management process for both landlords and tenants. Propra creates a seamless experience that solves inefficiencies across property management, search, and transactions. The founding team is led by Craig Adam, former SkipTheDishes and experienced executive leader in technology and engineering, and Calgary local Al-Karim Khimji, who brings global management consulting experience from McKinsey & Company, and over a decade of experience in real estate, hospitality and development. Our Venture Studio narrows in on industries which exhibit significant inefficiencies. Within the studios fintech portfolio we look for opportunities to create shared value that leads to powerful network effects and accelerated growth. When entities work in synergy, their alignment and shared energy create value that goes beyond what they could have accomplished alone, said Chris Simair, Managing Partner, Harvest Builders. We also consider the network effect these businesses have on the broader tech ecosystem and community. By deploying private capital and attracting and developing world-class talent, we are creating an epicentre for future tech and innovation in Canada. Harvest belongs to a growing network of startups, tech accelerators, and entrepreneur support organizations in Calgary. Harvest and their studios fintech companies will continue to expand in Calgarys East Village and downtown tech corridor, working towards cultivating an innovation campus that brings highly-skilled talent, resources and capital together to build new businesses and create opportunities for the province. In the past two years Harvest and their studio have grown into more than 30,000SF of office space in East Village with over 250 employees. East Villages vibrant community is attracting diverse groups of people and talent that is critical to the community's long-term growth and development and is a great alignment with the mixed-use vision for EV, says Kate Thompson, CMLCs President and CEO. We are thrilled to see companies like Harvest thrive in our community and are confident that this type of growth will continue to attract new businesses, talent and residents into our downtown. *One Wealths application for its registration will be submitted for, and is subject to regulatory approval prior to, commencing any registerable activity. For more information on One Wealth, visit www.onewealth.io About Harvest Builders Harvest Builders is an innovation platform for venture building and accelerated growth. Harvests platform includes growth programs to launch, grow and scale startups from any stage, and a venture studio that supports internal ventures from ideation and company formation through product development, commercialization and growth. For more information about Harvest Builders visit Harvest. Builders

Harvest Builders Announces Two New Companies Set To Disrupt Financial Technology Globally Local venture studio launches two tech startups in Calgarys East Village and Downtown Corridor

WORCESTER, Mass., April 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The Hanover Insurance Group, Inc.(NYSE: THG) today announced it has created The Hanover CARES Refund, through which the company will return 15% of April and May auto premiums to its eligible personal lines customers, providing financial relief during the coronavirus pandemic. The company also announced additional customer relief measures and a commitment to contribute $500,000 to nonprofits in local communities to address needs arising from the public health crisis. The decision to return a portion of premium payments to its customers comes as a result of governmental stay-at-home and shelter-in-place measures, which are reducing the number of vehicles on the roads, and consequently, the number of claims filed. This refund equates to approximately $30 million in premium, which will be recognized in the second quarter of 2020. Pending regulatory approvals, The Hanover will credit April in-force policies in May, and May in-force policies in June.Policyholders who have pre-paid premiums will receive credits in each of the same months. "We recognize our customers are feeling significant stress, including financial pressure, as a result of this pandemic," said John C. Roche, president and chief executive officer at The Hanover. "Our company has a long, proud tradition of being there when we are needed most, delivering for those who depend on us. We are committed now, as always, to do what we can to help our customers, partners and home communities manage through these difficult times." To help ease the burden for customers, The Hanover has taken several measures including: Offering flexibility on bill payment options for those experiencing financial hardship, without any penalties and fees, including placing a 60-day hold on cancellations and non-renewals for non-payment Extending personal auto coverage to individuals delivering food, medicine and other essential goods at no additional charge Considering a covered premises as "occupied" while mandatory closures are in effect, addressing concerns with vacancy clauses Waiving the limit on additional living expenses to homeowners who are forced from their homes following covered losses, such as a fire, to pay for delayed repairs and the added costs associated with temporary living arrangements Extending the number of days it will reimburse a customer for a rental car if an insured's vehicle is in the shop and cannot be repaired or returned The Hanover also is donating $500,000 to local community nonprofits to provide pandemic-related assistance, including: $350,000 to local United Way, Boys & Girls Club and Chamber of Commerce organizations in Massachusetts and Michigan where the company employs large concentrations of employees Providing medical supplies and protective masks to local area hospitals Delivering Cheeriodicals' "gifts of thanks" to health care professionals at five hospitals in the hardest hit areas across the country $50,000 to the Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation's Children's Relief Fund Implementing an employee matching gift program for donations to coronavirus relief efforts For more information about The Hanover's response to the coronavirus pandemic, please visit https://www.hanover.com/COVID-19/customers.html. Forward-Looking Statements Some of the statements in this news release may be considered forward-looking statements as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The company cautions investors that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, and actual results could differ materially. Investors are directed to consider the risks and uncertainties in the company's business that may affect future performance and that are discussed in readily available documents, such as the company's annual report and other documents filed by the company with the SEC. About The Hanover The Hanover Insurance Group, Inc. is the holding company for several property and casualty insurance companies, which together constitute one of the largest insurance businesses in the United States. The company provides exceptional insurance solutions through a select group of independent agents and brokers. Together with its agents, The Hanover offers standard and specialized insurance protection for small and mid-sized businesses, as well as for homes, automobiles, and other personal items. For more information, please visit hanover.com. CONTACTS: Investors: Media: Oksana Lukasheva Emily P. Trevallion Abby M. Clark Email: [emailprotected] [emailprotected] [emailprotected] 508-855-2063 508-855-3263 508-855-3549 SOURCE The Hanover Insurance Group, Inc. Related Links www.hanover.com

The Hanover Responds to Coronavirus Pandemic with Initiatives to Support Policyholders and Local Communities Company announces 15% auto premium giveback, other customer relief measures, and a charitable commitment in community support

SOUTHLAKE, Texas, Dec. 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Sabre Corporation ("Sabre") (Nasdaq: SABR) today announced a refinancing of a portion of its existing indebtedness, including the repayment in full of its Term Loan A credit facility and the satisfaction and discharge of Sabre GLBL Inc.'s 5.250% Senior Secured Notes due November 2023 (the "November 2023 Notes"). Sabre incurred no additional indebtedness as a result of the refinancing above the refinanced amount, other than amounts covering certain interest, fees and expenses. The refinancing has meaningfully improved Sabre's debt maturity profile and preserves its flexibility. The refinancing included the application of the proceeds of a new $637 million term loan "B" facility (the "New Facility"), borrowed by its wholly-owned subsidiary Sabre GLBL Inc. ("Sabre GLBL") under its existing senior secured credit agreement (the "Credit Agreement"), to pay down in full approximately $134 million of the existing Term Loan A credit facility incurred prior to December 17, 2020 under the Credit Agreement and to redeem all $500 million of Sabre GLBL's outstanding November 2023 Notes. The New Facility matures on December 17, 2027 and offers Sabre the ability to prepay the New Facility after 12 months or to prepay at a 101 premium before that date. The New Facilityisguaranteed by Sabre Holdings Corporation and each subsidiary of Sabre GLBL that guarantees the Credit Agreement. The New Facility and the guaranteesthereofare secured, subject to permitted liens, by a first-priority security interest inthe same collateral that secures Sabre GLBL's other senior secured indebtedness, which issubstantially all present and hereafteracquired property and assets of Sabre GLBL and the guarantors(other than certain excluded assets). BofA Securities, Inc., Mizuho Bank, Ltd., Wells Fargo Securities, LLC, Deutsche Bank Securities Inc., Citibank N.A., PNC Bank, National Association, Goldman Sachs Bank USA, Morgan Stanley Senior Funding, Inc., MUFG Bank Ltd., JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A and ING Bank, N.A. acted as joint bookrunners and BofA Securities, Inc. acted as sole lead arranger. Bank of America is the administrative agent and the collateral agent for the Credit Agreement. About Sabre Corporation Sabre Corporationis the leading technology provider to the global travel industry. Sabre's software, data, mobile and distribution solutions are used by hundreds of airlines and thousands of hotel properties to manage critical operations, including passenger and guest reservations, revenue management, flight, network and crew management. Sabre also operates a leading global travel marketplace, which processes more than$120 billionof estimated travel spend annually by connecting travel buyers and suppliers. Headquartered inSouthlake, Texas, USA, Sabre operates offices in approximately 160 countries around the world. Forward-Looking Statements Certain statements herein are forward-looking statements about trends, future events, uncertainties and our plans and expectations of what may happen in the future. Any statements that are not historical or current facts are forward-looking statements. In many cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terms such as "believe," "could," "likely," "expect," "plan," "commit," "guidance," "outlook," "anticipate," "will," "incremental," "preliminary," "forecast," "continue," "strategy," "confidence," "momentum," "estimate," "objective," "project," "may," "should," "would," "intend," "potential" or the negative of these terms or other comparable terminology. Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause Sabre's actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performances or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. More information about potential risks and uncertainties that could affect our business and results of operations is included in the "Risk Factors" and "Forward-Looking Statements" sections in our Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC on February 26, 2020, our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed with the SEC on November 6, 2020 and in our other filings with the SEC. Although we believe that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, we cannot guarantee future events, outlook, guidance, results, actions, levels of activity, performance or achievements. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Unless required by law, Sabre undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements to reflect circumstances or events after the date they are made. SABR-F Contacts: MediaKristin Hays[emailprotected][emailprotected] InvestorsKevin Crissey[emailprotected][emailprotected] SOURCE Sabre Corporation Related Links http://www.sabre.com

Sabre Corporation Announces Refinancing of Term A Loans and Redemption of Senior Secured Notes

SOMERSET, N.J., Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The NB Affordable Foundation is proud to announce its partnership with: TheFood Bank of Eastern Michigan, a Michigan based nonprofit that serves as a common solicitor, storehouse, and distributor of food to member non-profit and charitable organizations in 22 counties throughout eastern Michigan. Continue Reading NB Affordable Foundation The Food Bank of Eastern Michigan began in 1981 as a small, grassroots community organization serving agencies in Genesee County. Due to the ever-increasing need for its services, the Food Bank has grown to serve more than 415 Hunger Relief Partners, throughout 22 eastern Michigan counties. "The Food Bank of Eastern Michigan has a vital role in caring for those in the community who find themselves in a position of needing help,"says Fredrick Schulman, President of the NB Affordable Foundation. "We feel greatly blessed to be able to help provide food for the hungry, and we are thankful to the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan for allowing us this opportunity." Each yearthe Food Bank provides over 28 million pounds of food, including nearly 11 million pounds of fresh produce each year to those in need.Working with more than 415 partner agencies consisting of local soup kitchens, homeless shelters and food pantries, the Food Bank network serves over 331,000 people in eastern Michigan who would otherwise go hungry.The funds given by the NB Affordable Foundation will be used to support the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan in its mission of ending hunger in the 22 counties they serve.About the NB Affordable FoundationThe NB Affordable Foundation was created with the goal of making a positive impact on the communities we serve. The organization's strategic partnership with local and community nonprofit organizations allows the foundation to provide housing, financial stability, and mental health services for the community's most vulnerable members.Please visit www.nbaffordable.com for more information.About The Food Bank of Eastern MichiganThe Food Bank of Eastern Michigan is the Food Source for people in need. Partnering with organizations to feed the hungry, we build a community solution to a community problem. By leveraging an abundance of product from a multitude of sources, we "Change the Face of Hunger."Visit www.fbem.orgor contact (810) 396-0210. To learn more.Related Imagesimage1.jpg SOURCE NB Affordable Foundation

NB Affordable Foundation Partners With The Food Bank Of Eastern Michigan The partnership will help the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan continue serving a network of more than 700 Hunger Relief Partners.

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AT&T Inc. (NYSE: T) (AT&T) announced today the commencement of private offers to (i) exchange (the Pool 1 Offer) four series of notes issued by AT&T (collectively, the Pool 1 Notes) for a combination of cash and a new series of AT&Ts senior notes to be due in 2057 (the New 2057 Notes) as described in, and for the consideration summarized in, the table below. The aggregate principal amount of Pool 1 Notes that are accepted for exchange will be based on the order of acceptance priority for such series as set forth in the table below, and such that the aggregate principal amount of Pool 1 Notes accepted in the Pool 1 Offer results in the issuance of New 2057 Notes in an amount not exceeding $3,000,000,000 (the 2057 Notes Cap); Title of Security Issuer CUSIP Number(s) Principal Amount Outstanding (MM)(1) Reference UST Security Fixed Spread (basis points)(2) Cash Payment Percent of Premium(3) Acceptance Priority Level Pool 1 Notes 4.800% Global Notes due 2044* AT&T Inc. 00206RCG5 $1,749.9 1.375% due 8/15/2050 170 0% 1 4.500% Global Notes due 2048* AT&T Inc. 00206RDL3 / 00206RDJ8 $4,176.4 1.375% due 8/15/2050 180 0% 2 4.35% Global Notes due 2045* AT&T Inc. 00206RBK7 / U04644AE7 $1,896.1 1.375% due 8/15/2050 170 0% 3 4.30% Global Notes due 2042* AT&T Inc. 00206RBH4 / 00206RBG6 $1,956.1 1.375% due 8/15/2050 160 0% 4 (1) Rounded to the nearest tenth of a million. (2) The early participation payment for the Pool 1 Offer will be $50 of principal amount of New 2057 Notes per $1,000 principal amount of Pool 1 Notes and is included in the total consideration. (3) The cash payment percent of premium is the percent of the amount by which the total consideration exceeds $1,000 in principal amount and cash per $1,000 principal amount of such Old Notes. *Denotes a series of Old Notes for which the total consideration and exchange consideration will be determined taking into account the par call date, instead of the maturity date, in accordance with standard market practice. and (ii) exchange (the Pool 2 Offer and, together with the Pool 1 Offer, the Exchange Offers) nine series of notes issued by AT&T and certain of AT&Ts wholly-owned subsidiaries (collectively, the Pool 2 Notes and, together with the Pool 1 Notes, the Old Notes) for a combination of cash and a new series of AT&Ts senior notes to be due in 2033 (the New 2033 Notes and, together with the New 2057 Notes, the New Notes) as described in, and for the consideration summarized in, the table below. The aggregate principal amount of Pool 2 Notes that are accepted for exchange will be based on the order of acceptance priority for such series as set forth in the table below, and such that the aggregate principal amount of Pool 2 Notes accepted in the Pool 2 Offer results in the issuance of New 2033 Notes in an amount not exceeding $2,500,000,000 (the 2033 Notes Cap). Title of Security Issuer CUSIP Number(s) Principal Amount Outstanding (MM)(1) Reference UST Security Fixed Spread (basis points)(2) Cash Payment Percent of Premium(3) Acceptance Priority Level Pool 2 Notes 7 1/8% Debentures due March 15, 2026**+ Pacific Bell Telephone Company(4)(5) 694032AT0 $223.0 0.250% due 10/31/2025 80 100% 1 4.125% Global Notes due 2026* AT&T Inc. 00206RCT7 $2,650.0 0.250% due 10/31/2025 45 0% 2 3.875% Global Notes due 2026* AT&T Inc. 00206RHT2 $541.1 0.250% due 10/31/2025 45 0% 3 2.950% Global Notes due 2026* AT&T Inc. 00206RHV7 $707.3 0.250% due 10/31/2025 50 0% 4 6.55% Debentures due January 15, 2028+ Ameritech Capital Funding Corporation(6) 030955AN8 $100.2 0.875% due 11/15/2030 85 55% 5 6 3/8% Debentures, due June 1, 2028 BellSouth Telecommunications, LLC(7) 079867AW7 $197.2 0.875% due 11/15/2030 90 40% 6 4.100% Global Notes due 2028* AT&T Inc. 00206RGL0 / 00206RER9 / U04644BB2 $2,449.0 0.875% due 11/15/2030 50 0% 7 4.250% Global Notes due 2027* AT&T Inc. 00206RDQ2 $2,000.0 0.875% due 11/15/2030 35 0% 8 3.800% Global Notes due 2027* AT&T Inc. 00206RHW5 $1,329.2 0.875% due 11/15/2030 35 0% 9 (1) Rounded to the nearest tenth of a million. (2) The early participation payment for the Pool 2 Offer will be $50 of principal amount of New 2033 Notes per $1,000 principal amount of Pool 2 Notes and is included in the total consideration. (3) The cash payment percent of premium is the percent of the amount by which the total consideration exceeds $1,000 in principal amount and cash per $1,000 principal amount of such Old Notes. (4) Pacific Bell Telephone Company was formerly known as Pacific Bell. (5) The 7 1/8% Debentures due March 15, 2026 are unconditionally and irrevocably guaranteed by AT&T. (6) The 6.55% Debentures due January 15, 2028 are unconditionally and irrevocably guaranteed by AT&T, with the full amount payable by AT&T so long as all of the outstanding shares of stock of this subsidiary are owned, directly or indirectly, by AT&T. In the event AT&T sells, transfers or otherwise disposes of any percentage of its stock ownership and this subsidiary is no longer wholly-owned, then the guarantee will expire immediately and AT&T will be released immediately from any and all of its obligations. (7) BellSouth Telecommunications, LLC converted from BellSouth Telecommunications, Inc. *Denotes a series of Old Notes for which the total consideration and exchange consideration will be determined taking into account the par call date, instead of the maturity date, in accordance with standard market practice. ** Denotes a series of Old Notes, a portion of which is held in physical certificated form (such portion, the Certificated Notes) and is not held through The Depositary Trust Company. Such Certificated Notes may only be tendered in accordance with the terms and conditions of the accompanying letter of transmittal. With respect to the Certificated Notes, all references to the offering memorandum herein shall also include the letter of transmittal. + Denotes a series of Notes with respect to which, as a result of a prior consent solicitation and execution of a supplemental indenture, substantially all restrictive covenants, certain events of default and other provisions were eliminated from the indenture governing this series. In addition, holders whose Old Notes are accepted for exchange will receive in cash accrued and unpaid interest from the last applicable interest payment date to, but excluding, the date on which the exchange of such Old Notes is settled, and amounts due in lieu of fractional amounts of New Notes. The Exchange Offers are being conducted upon the terms and subject to the conditions set forth in an offering memorandum, dated November 17, 2020, and the related letter of transmittal. The offering memorandum, letter of transmittal, eligibility certification and Canadian beneficial holder form can be accessed at the following link: https://gbsc-usa.com/eligibility/att. AT&T reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to increase the 2057 Notes Cap and/or the 2033 Notes Cap following commencement of the Exchange Offers. Each Exchange Offer is subject to certain conditions, including, (i) with respect to the Pool 1 Offer, a minimum of $1,000,000,000 aggregate principal amount of New 2057 Notes being issued in the Pool 1 Offer, (ii) with respect to the Pool 2 Offer, a minimum of $1,000,000,000 aggregate principal amount of New 2033 Notes being issued in the Pool 2 Offer, (iii) as of 11:00 a.m. New York City time on December 2, 2020, the combination of the yield of the New Notes and the total consideration or exchange consideration as described in the offering memorandum, as applicable, for the applicable series of Old Notes would result, in our reasonable determination, in the New Notes and such Old Notes not being treated as substantially different under ASC 470-50 and (iv) with respect to any Old Notes validly tendered pursuant to either Exchange Offer that will be exchanged on the Final Settlement Date, we determine that the New Notes to be issued on the Final Settlement Date in such Exchange Offer will be treated as part of the same issue as the New Notes, if any, issued on the Early Settlement Date for U.S. federal income tax purposes pursuant to specified tests. Only Eligible Holders (as defined below) of Old Notes who validly tender their Old Notes at or before 5:00 p.m. New York City time on December 1, 2020, subject to any extension by AT&T (the Early Participation Date), who do not validly withdraw their tenders and whose Old Notes are accepted for exchange, will receive an early participation payment. The Exchange Offers will expire at 11:59 p.m., New York City time, on December 15, 2020, unless extended or earlier terminated by AT&T (the Expiration Date). Tenders of Old Notes submitted in the Exchange Offers at or prior to 5:00 p.m. New York City time on December 1, 2020, (as may be extended by AT&T, the Withdrawal Deadline), may be validly withdrawn at any time prior to the Withdrawal Deadline, but thereafter will be irrevocable, except in certain limited circumstances where AT&T determines that additional withdrawal rights are required by. Tenders submitted in the Exchange Offers after the Withdrawal Deadline will be irrevocable except in the limited circumstances where AT&T determines that additional withdrawal rights are required by law. AT&T reserves the right, but is under no obligation, at any point following the Early Participation Date and before the Expiration Date, to accept for exchange any Old Notes validly tendered at or prior to the Early Participation Date (the date of such exchange, the Early Settlement Date). The Early Settlement Date will be determined at AT&Ts option and is currently expected to occur on December 7, 2020, the fourth business day immediately following the Early Participation Date. If, after the Early Participation Date, AT&T chooses to exercise its option to have an Early Settlement Date and all conditions to the relevant Exchange Offers have been or are concurrently satisfied or waived by AT&T, AT&T will, subject to the terms of the Exchange Offers, accept for exchange all Old Notes validly tendered in the Exchange Offers prior to the Early Participation Date subject to proration, and the exchange for such Old Notes will be made on the Early Settlement Date. The Final Settlement Date for the Exchange Offers will be promptly after the Expiration Date and is currently expected to occur on December 17, 2020, the second business day immediately following the Expiration Date. The Exchange Offers are only being made, and the New Notes are only being offered and will only be issued, and copies of the offering documents will only be made available, to a holder of Old Notes who has certified its status as either (a) if in the United States, a qualified institutional buyer, or QIB, as that term is defined in Rule 144A under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the Securities Act), in a private transaction in reliance upon an exemption from the registration requirements of the Securities Act or (b) (i) if outside the United States, a person other than a U.S. person, as that term is defined in Rule 902 under the Securities Act, in offshore transactions in reliance upon Regulation S under the Securities Act, or a dealer or other professional fiduciary organized, incorporated or (if an individual) residing in the United States holding a discretionary account or similar account (other than an estate or a trust) for the benefit or account of a non-U.S. person, (ii) if located or resident in any Member State of the European Economic Area or in the United Kingdom, persons other than retail investors (for these purposes, a retail investor means a person who is one (or more) of: (1) a retail client as defined in point (11) of Article 4(1) of Directive 2014/65/EU (as amended, MiFID II); or (2) a customer within the meaning of Directive (EU) 2016/97, as amended, where that customer would not qualify as a professional client as defined in point (10) of Article 4(1) of MiFID II; or (3) not a qualified investor as defined in Regulation (EU) 2017/1129, as amended, and part II of the Luxembourg law dated July 10, 2005 on prospectuses for securities, as amended), and consequently no key information document required by Regulation (EU) No 1286/2014 (as amended, the PRIIPs Regulation) for offering or selling the New Notes or otherwise making them available to retail investors in the European Economic Area or in the United Kingdom has been prepared and therefore offering or selling the New Notes or otherwise making them available to any retail investor in the European Economic Area or in the United Kingdom may be unlawful under the PRIIPs Regulation and (iii) if located or resident in Canada, a holder located or resident in a province of Canada and an accredited investor as such term is defined in National Instrument 45-106 Prospectus Exemptions, and, if resident in Ontario, section 73.3(1) of the Securities Act (Ontario), in each case, that is not an individual unless that person is also a permitted client as defined in National Instrument 31-103 - Registration Requirements, Exemptions and Ongoing Registrant Obligations (each, an Eligible Holder). Only Eligible Holders who have confirmed they are Eligible Holders via the eligibility certification are authorized to receive or review the offering memorandum, letter of transmittal, eligibility certification and Canadian beneficial holder form or to participate in the Exchange Offers. For Canadian Eligible Holders tendering Old Notes, such participation is also conditioned upon the receipt of the Canadian beneficial holder form. The New Notes have not been registered under the Securities Act or any state securities laws. Therefore, the New Notes may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from the registration requirements of the Securities Act and any applicable state securities laws. Holders are advised to check with any bank, securities broker or other intermediary through which they hold Old Notes as to when such intermediary needs to receive instructions from a holder in order for that holder to be able to participate in, or (in the circumstances in which revocation is permitted) revoke their instruction to participate in the Exchange Offers before the deadlines specified herein and in the offering memorandum, letter of transmittal, eligibility certification and Canadian beneficial holder form. The deadlines set by each clearing system for the submission and withdrawal of exchange instructions will also be earlier than the relevant deadlines specified herein and in the offering memorandum, letter of transmittal, eligibility certification and Canadian beneficial holder form. This press release is not an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any of the securities described herein. The Exchange Offers are being made solely by the offering memorandum, letter of transmittal, eligibility certification and Canadian beneficial holder form and only to such persons and in such jurisdictions as is permitted under applicable law. In the United Kingdom, this press release is only being communicated to, and any other documents or materials relating to the Exchange Offers are only being distributed to and are only directed at, (i) persons who are outside the United Kingdom, (ii) investment professionals falling within Article 19(5) of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (Financial Promotion) Order 2005, as amended (the Order) or (iii) high net worth entities, and other persons to whom it may lawfully be communicated, falling within Articles 49(2)(a) to (d) of the Order (all such persons together being referred to as relevant persons). Any investment or investment activity to which this announcement relates is available only to relevant persons and will be engaged in only with relevant persons. Any person who is not a relevant person should not act or rely on this announcement or any of its contents. Global Bondholder Services Corporation will act as the exchange agent and information agent for the Exchange Offers. Documents relating to the Exchange Offers will only be distributed to holders of Old Notes who certify that they are Eligible Holders. Questions or requests for assistance related to the Exchange Offers or for additional copies of the offering memorandum, letter of transmittal, eligibility certification or Canadian beneficial holder form may be directed to Global Bondholder Services Corporation at (866) 470-3900 (toll free) or (212) 430-3774 (collect). You may also contact your broker, dealer, commercial bank, trust company or other nominee for assistance concerning the Exchange Offers. The offering memorandum, letter of transmittal, eligibility certification and Canadian beneficial holder form can be accessed at the following link: https://gbsc-usa.com/eligibility/att. CAUTIONARY LANGUAGE CONCERNING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS Information set forth in this news release contains forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties, and actual results may differ materially. A discussion of factors that may affect future results is contained in AT&Ts filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission and in the offering memorandum related to the Exchange Offers. AT&T disclaims any obligation to update or revise statements contained in this news release based on new information or otherwise.

AT&T Inc. Announces Debt Exchange Offers for Thirteen Series of Notes

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces an investigation of potential breaches of fiduciary duties by management of Apollo Global Management, Inc. (NYSE: APO). If you currently own shares of Apollo, please visit the firms website at http://www.rosenlegal.com/cases-register-2028.html to join the securities action. You may also contact Phillip Kim of Rosen Law Firm toll free at 866-767-3653 or via email at pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com. Follow us for updates on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-rosen-law-firm or on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rosen_firm or on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rosenlawfirm. Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 3 each year since 2013. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firms attorneys are ranked and recognized by numerous independent and respected sources. Rosen Law Firm has secured hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

Rosen Law Firm Announces Investigation of Breaches of Fiduciary Duties by Management of Apollo Global Management, Inc. APO

DEER PARK, Ill., Nov. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Co-Optim Health announces its launch of the first of its kind in the world, flexible, medical healthcare space located in Deer Park, IL. (PRNewsfoto/Co-Optim Health) Co-Optim Health was founded by designer and entrepreneur, Joseph Elias. Co-Optim Health allows healthcare providers the flexibility and freedom of having their own practice without the hassles of being tied to a group or the expense of a long-term lease, utilities, payroll, janitorial services, or day-to-day operations. With lavishly-designed medical office spaces and an abundance of amenities, providers and their patients will feel relaxed and taken care of. Their revolutionary resources and optimized experience are designed to suit the busy lifestyle of healthcare providers, allowing them to focus on their patients. Co-Optim Health provides medical office spaces for doctors, dentists, and therapists to dietitians, dermatologists, and more. Each Co-Optim Health Membership is custom-designed to fit your medical practice needs. Co-Optim Health allows medical professionals the space and resources they need, with a variety of flexible membership plans ranging from one day a week to six days a week. To commemorate the launch of Co-Optim Health, they will be holding an exclusive red carpet event to showcase the space and variety of amenities they offer their members and patients. Healthcare industry professionals are invited to come out for an evening of drinks, hors d'oeuvres and inspiring design. The red carpet event will be held on Tuesday, November 17 from 5-9 PM at Co-Optim Health, located at 21660 W Field Parkway. For more information about Co-Optim Health, please visit Co-OptimHealth.com. For other inquiries or to RSVP, please call (224) 339.9200 or email [emailprotected]. CONTACT:Kayla KingMarketing DirectorCo-Optim Health(224) 339.9200[emailprotected]SOURCE Co-Optim Health Related Links https://co-optimhealth.com

Co-Optim Health Putting Care Back into Health Care

DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Technology Landscape, Trends and Opportunities in the Global Connector Market" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. This report analyzes technology maturity, degree of disruption, competitive intensity, market potential, and other parameters of various technologies in the connector market. The technologies in connector have undergone significant change in recent years, with traditional LSA (DIN) connectors to advanced fiber optic connectors. The rising wave of new technologies, such as fiber optic and RF (Radio Frequency) coax connectors are creating significant potential for connectors in automotive and datacom applications, and driving the demand for connectors. In connector market, various technologies such as PCB (Printed Circuit Board) connector, fiber optic connector, rectangular I/O, and RF (Radio Frequency) coax, application specific connectors, circular connectors, and IC sockets are used in the various applications. Growing 3C applications (Computers, Communications, and Consumer Electronics), increasing miniaturization of electronic devices, and growing demand for products with advanced features, convenience, and connectivity are creating new opportunities for various connector technologies. The study include technology readiness, competitive intensity, regulatory compliance, disruption potential, trends, forecasts and strategic implications for the global connector technology by application, technology, and region. Some of the connector companies profiled in this report include TE Connectivity Ltd., Amphenol Corporation, Molex Incorporated, Hon Hai Precision, and Delphi Connection. This report answers the following 9 key questions: Key Topics Covered: 1. Executive Summary 2. Technology Landscape 2.1. Technology Background and Evolution 2.2. Technology and Application Mapping 2.3. Supply Chain 3. Technology Readiness 3.1. Technology Commercialization and Readiness 3.2. Drivers and Challenges in Connector Technologies 3.3. Competitive Intensity 3.4. Regulatory Compliance 4. Technology Trends and Forecasts Analysis from 2013-2024 4.1. Connector Opportunity 4.2. Technology Trends (2013-2018) and Forecasts (2019-2024) 4.2.1. PCB Connectors 4.2.2. Fiber Optic Connectors 4.2.3. Rectangular I/O 4.2.4. RF Coax 4.2.5. Application Specific Connectors 4.2.6. Circular Connectors 4.2.7. IC Sockets 4.2.8. Others 4.3. Technology Trends (2013-2018) and Forecast (2019-2024) by Application Segments 4.3.1. Automotive and Transportation 4.3.1.1. PCB Connectors 4.3.1.2. Fiber Optic Connectors 4.3.1.3. Rectangular I/O 4.3.1.4. RF Coax 4.3.1.5. Application Specific Connectors 4.3.1.6. Circular Connectors 4.3.1.7. IC Sockets 4.3.1.8. Others 4.3.2. Consumer Electronics 4.3.2.1. PCB Connectors 4.3.2.2. Fiber Optic Connectors 4.3.2.3. Rectangular I/O 4.3.2.4. RF Coax 4.3.2.5. Application Specific Connectors 4.3.2.6. Circular Connectors 4.3.2.7. IC Sockets 4.3.2.8. Others 4.3.3. Computer and Peripherals 4.3.3.1. PCB Connectors 4.3.3.2. Fiber Optic Connectors 4.3.3.3. Rectangular I/O 4.3.3.4. RF Coax 4.3.3.5. Application Specific Connectors 4.3.3.6. Circular Connectors 4.3.3.7. IC Sockets 4.3.3.8. Others 4.3.4. Industrial 4.3.4.1. PCB Connectors 4.3.4.2. Fiber Optic Connectors 4.3.4.3. Rectangular I/O 4.3.4.4. RF Coax 4.3.4.5. Application Specific Connectors 4.3.4.6. Circular Connectors 4.3.4.7. IC Sockets 4.3.4.8. Others 4.3.5. Telecom/Datacom 4.3.5.1. PCB Connectors 4.3.5.2. Fiber Optic Connectors 4.3.5.3. Rectangular I/O 4.3.5.4. RF Coax 4.3.5.5. Application Specific Connectors 4.3.5.6. Circular Connectors 4.3.5.7. IC Sockets 4.3.5.8. Others 4.3.6. Others 4.3.6.1. PCB Connectors 4.3.6.2. Fiber Optic Connectors 4.3.6.3. Rectangular I/O 4.3.6.4. RF Coax 4.3.6.5. Application Specific Connectors 4.3.6.6. Circular Connectors 4.3.6.7. IC Sockets 4.3.6.8. Others 5. Technology Opportunities (2013-2024) by Region 5.1. Connector Market by Region 5.3. European Connector Technology Market 5.4. APAC Connector Technology Market 5.5. ROW Connector Technology Market 6. Latest Developments and Innovations in the Connector Technologies 7. Companies/Ecosystem 7.1. Product Portfolio Analysis 7.2. Market Share Analysis 7.3. Geographical Reach 8. Strategic Implications 8.1. Implications 8.2. Growth Opportunity Analysis 8.2.1. Growth Opportunities for the Connector Market by Technology 8.2.2. Growth Opportunities for the Connector Market by Application 8.2.3. Growth Opportunities for the Connector Market by Region 8.3. Emerging Trends in the Connector Market 8.4. Disruption Potential 8.5. Strategic Analysis 8.5.1. New Product Development 8.5.2. Capacity Expansion of the Connector Market 8.5.3. Mergers, Acquisitions, and Joint Ventures in the Connector Market 9. Company Profiles of Leading Players For more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/flnlew

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LOS GATOS, Calif., July 7, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- PACE Funding Group expanded its geographical footprint into the State of Missouri through a partnership with the Missouri Clean Energy District bringing cost-saving financial options for environmentally-friendly upgrades to Missouri property owners in 95 Cities. The vote by the Missouri Clean Energy District took place on June 17, 2020 and offers residential property owners the chance to take advantage of PACE Funding Group's lower interest rates for renewable energy and energy efficiency upgrades through PACE (Property Assessed Clean Energy) financing. "We are committed to providing Missouri homeowners with a simple way to finance upgrades that improve properties while saving energy and money," said Robert Giles, CEO of PACE Funding"And we will do so in a conservative manner that protects consumers and other stakeholders. We are excited to offer the region the lowest cost PACE financing option and best processes to improve the value of their homes as well as create good-paying, local contractor jobs." said Giles. John Harris, Director of Finance for Missouri Clean Energy District said "we look forward to working with PACE Funding to roll out a residential PACE program in our member communities throughout the State of Missouri. We were impressed with the company's culture of high consumer protection standards and its success in improving the local housing stock in California and Florida." About Missouri Clean Energy District:The Missouri Clean Energy District (MCED.MO.gov) is a political subdivision of the state, authorized to provide unlimited capital and make funding available to all property owners for the purpose of improving the state's energy footprint and quality of the built environment. About the Company:PACE Funding Group, LLC is a leading renewable energy and energy efficiency financing provider with a focus on consumer protection and conservatism, and the only company in the space backed by a chartered bank. The company's Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing enables property owners to invest in their buildings and a healthier environment. PACE has proven to be a successful tool for supporting public policy initiatives across the country, without the use of taxpayer funds. While PACE programs are enabled by state legislation and must be approved by local governments, PACE Funding is not a government program. Based in Los Gatos, California, PACE Funding Group has assisted more than 9,000 homeowners and their families. They work with the California Statewide Communities Development Authority (CSCDA) and the Western Riverside Council of Governments (WRCOG). Outside of California, PACE Funding Group has partnered with the Florida PACE Funding Agency (FPFA).For more information contact Rachel Hobbs at[emailprotected], or at www.pacefunding,com SOURCE PACE Funding Group, LLC Related Links https://www.pacefunding.com

PACE Funding Group expands innovative energy efficiency finance offering into State of Missouri with the Missouri Clean Energy District

LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- FORM 8.3 PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE/DEALING DISCLOSURE BY A PERSON WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORE Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the Code) 1. KEY INFORMATION (a) Full name of discloser: Kite Lake Capital Management (UK) LLP (b) Owner or controller of interests and short positions disclosed, if different from 1(a): The naming of nominee or vehicle companies is insufficient. For a trust, the trustee(s), settlor and beneficiaries must be named. Fund(s) for whom Kite Lake Capital Management (UK) LLP is the investment manager (c) Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities this form relates: Use a separate form for each offeror/offeree G4S plc (d) If an exempt fund manager connected with an offeror/offeree, state this and specify identity of offeror/offeree: (e) Date position held/dealing undertaken: For an opening position disclosure, state the latest practicable date prior to the disclosure 2 December 2020 (f) In addition to the company in 1(c) above, is the discloser making disclosures in respect of any other party to the offer? If it is a cash offer or possible cash offer, state N/A N/A 2. POSITIONS OF THE PERSON MAKING THE DISCLOSURE If there are positions or rights to subscribe to disclose in more than one class of relevant securities of the offeror or offeree named in 1(c), copy table 2(a) or (b) (as appropriate) for each additional class of relevant security. (a) Interests and short positions in the relevant securities of the offeror or offeree to which the disclosure relates following the dealing (if any) Class of relevant security: Ordinary shares ISIN: GB00B01FLG62 Interests Short positions Number % Number % (1) Relevant securities owned and/or controlled: (2) Cash-settled derivatives: 16,886,246 1.08% (3) Stock-settled derivatives (including options) and agreements to purchase/sell: TOTAL: 16,886,246 1.08% All interests and all short positions should be disclosed. Details of any open stock-settled derivative positions (including traded options), or agreements to purchase or sell relevant securities, should be given on a Supplemental Form 8 (Open Positions). (b) Rights to subscribe for new securities (including directors and other employee options) Class of relevant security in relation to which subscription right exists: Details, including nature of the rights concerned and relevant percentages: 3. DEALINGS (IF ANY) BY THE PERSON MAKING THE DISCLOSURE Where there have been dealings in more than one class of relevant securities of the offeror or offeree named in 1(c), copy table 3(a), (b), (c) or (d) (as appropriate) for each additional class of relevant security dealt in. The currency of all prices and other monetary amounts should be stated. (a) Purchases and sales Class of relevant security Purchase/sale Number of securities Price per unit (b) Cash-settled derivative transactions Class of relevant security Product description e.g. CFD Nature of dealing e.g. opening/closing a long/short position, increasing/reducing a long/short position Number of reference securities Price per unit Ordinary shares CFD Increasing a long position 500,000 2.45 Ordinary shares CFD Increasing a long position 500,000 2.459 Ordinary shares CFD Increasing a long position 1,400,000 2.469617 Ordinary shares CFD Increasing a long position 1,500,000 2.47 (c) Stock-settled derivative transactions (including options) (i) Writing, selling, purchasing or varying Class of relevant security Product description e.g. call option Writing, purchasing, selling, varying etc. Number of securities to which option relates Exercise price per unit Type e.g. American, European etc. Expiry date Option money paid/ received per unit (ii) Exercise Class of relevant security Product description e.g. call option Exercising/ exercised against Number of securities Exercise price per unit (d) Other dealings (including subscribing for new securities) Class of relevant security Nature of dealing e.g. subscription, conversion Details Price per unit (if applicable) 4. OTHER INFORMATION (a) Indemnity and other dealing arrangements Details of any indemnity or option arrangement, or any agreement or understanding, formal or informal, relating to relevant securities which may be an inducement to deal or refrain from dealing entered into by the person making the disclosure and any party to the offer or any person acting in concert with a party to the offer: Irrevocable commitments and letters of intent should not be included. If there are no such agreements, arrangements or understandings, state none None. (b) Agreements, arrangements or understandings relating to options or derivatives Details of any agreement, arrangement or understanding, formal or informal, between the person making the disclosure and any other person relating to: (i) the voting rights of any relevant securities under any option; or (ii) the voting rights or future acquisition or disposal of any relevant securities to which any derivative is referenced: If there are no such agreements, arrangements or understandings, state none None. (c) Attachments Is a Supplemental Form 8 (Open Positions) attached? No Date of disclosure: 3 December 2020 Contact name: Arthur Markham Telephone number*: 020 7052 8310 Public disclosures under Rule 8 of the Code must be made to a Regulatory Information Service. The Panels Market Surveillance Unit is available for consultation in relation to the Codes disclosure requirements on +44 (0)20 7638 0129. *If the discloser is a natural person, a telephone number does not need to be included, provided contact information has been provided to the Panels Market Surveillance Unit. The Code can be viewed on the Panels website at www.thetakeoverpanel.org.uk.

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ALPHARETTA, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--WorkLLama welcomes industry veterans Myke Hawkins and Michael Linton to the companys Advisory Board. Hawkins, who has served as chief sales and revenue officer for multiple Fortune 500 organizations, and Linton, former CEO of Adecco NA, bring invaluable expertise to WorkLLama as the company focuses on expanding its footprint with corporate customers. WorkLLama is at an exciting point in its evolution as we help more and more customers build, nurture and grow branded talent communities to source, engage and retain top talent, said WorkLLama CEO Sudhakar Maruvada. We are thrilled to welcome Myke and Michael to help us bring the strength and breadth of our talent community platform and direct sourcing solution to corporate customers. Myke is an inspiring, dynamic and results-driven executive who has served as chief sales and revenue officer for organizations including Kelly Services, Xerox and Aon. And Michael is a workforce industry thought leader who brings a tremendous amount of knowledge and expertise. Myke Hawkins Most recently, Hawkins was chief sales officer at Kelly Services, leading a $3.6B customer portfolio through direct employees in more than 15 countries throughout the Americas, Asia-Pacific, Western Europe and the Middle East. Prior to that, he was SVP global sales and marketing for Xerox HR Services/Buck Consultants responsible for the United States, Brazil, Canada, Mexico and Western Europe markets. He has extensive experience leading global business units and P&Ls across multiple industries and orchestrating commercial transformations that deliver sustained and record-setting profits. The world of work is changing at an unprecedented pace with todays workers demanding freedom, flexibility and a consumer-like experience when managing their careers, said Hawkins. Companies must make organizational changes as to how they acquire and manage talent or they risk becoming non-competitive or obsolete. WorkLLama is one of the very few organizations that has stated loud and clear they are making the world of work a better place. WorkLLama unwaveringly focuses on delivering amazing human experiences throughout their talent community platform as candidates and employees engage with companies in new and refreshing ways. Michael Linton During his tenure with Adecco, Linton served as senior division VP, COO, and CEO of North America, managing over $5B in annual revenue across multiple divisions and facilitating multiple strategic acquisitions. Upon his departure, Linton provided leadership and advisory functions across corporate finance, team measurements and development, sales management, business process improvement, and board membership and development for many privately-held reputable organizations. The staffing industry has had an opportunity to experience firsthand the power of WorkLLamas talent community platform, said Linton. Now, enterprises are starting to see the strength of the WorkLLama branded, mobile-first engagement platform, which leverages automation and AI to make it seamless for candidates to apply for jobs and ask questions and for employees to refer friends. Businesses are able to grow direct sourcing channels and extend brand reach, ultimately increasing worker hiring speed, improving talent quality and reducing cost-to-hire. Im honored part of the Advisory Board of such a fast-paced, innovative organization. To learn more about WorkLLama, or to request a demo, please visit https://www.workllama.com/. About WorkLLama WorkLLama is a talent community platform that helps companies leverage their brands to create powerful candidate, employee and client experiences to source, engage and retain top talent. Its technology makes it possible to foster meaningful, more human connections with talent, leading to exceptional and inspired branded talent communities that fuel business success. WorkLLama drives digital transformation through social referral management; seamless candidate engagement; Sofi, its AI conversational bot; integrated, omnichannel communication; on-demand staffing; and direct sourcing solutions. For more information visit www.workllama.com.

WorkLLama Welcomes Myke Hawkins and Michael Linton to Advisory Board A Fortune 500 innovator and a workforce industry veteran will help WorkLLama bring its talent community platform and direct sourcing solution to more corporate customers

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Nov. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --LendingTree, Inc. (NASDAQ: TREE), operator of LendingTree.com, the nation's leading online financial services marketplace, today announced that it will present at two upcoming investor conferences. Stephens Annual Investment Conference J.D. Moriarty, Chief Financial Officer at LendingTree, and Trent Ziegler, Vice President of Investor Relations and Treasurer at LendingTree, are scheduled to participate in a fireside chat on Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. ET and will participate in group meetings throughout the course of the morning. RBC Capital Markets Global Technology, Internet, Media and Telecommunications Virtual Conference Doug Lebda, LendingTree Founder and CEO, is scheduled to participate in a fireside chat on Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at 4:00p.m. ET and will participate in group meetings throughout the course of the afternoon. Both fireside chats will be webcast live and archived on the Company's website at investors.lendingtree.com. About LendingTree, Inc. LendingTree (NASDAQ: TREE) is the nation's leading online marketplace that connects consumers with the choices they need to be confident in their financial decisions. LendingTree empowers consumers to shop for financial services the same way they would shop for airline tickets or hotel stays, by comparing multiple offers from a nationwide network of over 500 partners in one simple search and choosing the option that best fits their financial needs. Services include mortgage loans, mortgage refinances, auto loans, personal loans, business loans, student refinances, credit cards, insurance and more. Through the My LendingTree platform, consumers receive free credit scores, credit monitoring and recommendations to improve credit health. My LendingTree proactively compares consumers' credit accounts against offers on our network and notifies consumers when there is an opportunity to save money. In short, LendingTree's purpose is to help simplify financial decisions for life's meaningful moments through choice, education and support. LendingTree, Inc. is headquartered in Charlotte, NC. For more information, please visit www.lendingtree.com. INVESTOR CONTACT: Trent Ziegler 704-943-8294 [emailprotected] MEDIA CONTACT: Megan Greuling 704-943-8208 [emailprotected] SOURCE LendingTree, Inc. Related Links http://www.lendingtree.com

LendingTree, Inc. to Present at Upcoming Investor Conferences

HOUSTON, March 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Houston personal injury attorneys at Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, L.L.P. are warning the public about the dangers of children swallowing "button" batteries commonly found in toys, gadgets, and household products. The young child of one of the law firm's clients nearly died after swallowing a button battery from a headlamp made by Ozark Trail, a private-label brand owned Walmart, Inc. Thankfully, surgeons were able to remove the battery from the child's throat just in time, though he suffered esophageal burns. Wal-Mart brand Ozark headlamp "The Consumer Product Safety Commission and other organizations have been warning about the dangers of ingesting button batteries since at least 1983," said Jonathan S. Harris, Houston Personal Injury Lawyer. "Yet, Ozark Trail failed to adequately secure the battery compartment of their Wal-Mart brand Ozark headlamp. As a result, our client's toddler was injured and could have been killed," he added. The Ozark Trail headlamp had a casing that clipped together, rather than being secured with a screw lock. Button batteries are especially dangerous for young children, since they are small and easy for a child to swallow without choking or coughing. Ingesting the batteries can cause potentially deadly esophageal burns and gastric perforation. Every year,more than 2,800 kids are treated in emergency rooms after swallowing button batteries. This type of battery leads to more ER visits than any other84 percent, according toone study. "Our aim is to get justice for our client and ensure this kind of preventable injury never happens again," said Jonathan S. Harris.If your child has suffered injury because of a button battery, the experienced and compassionate personal injury attorneys at Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, L.L.P. may be able to help you get compensation. Contact us at 713-364-0723 or visit https://www.smslegal.com/. About Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, L.L.P.The Houston personal injury attorneys at Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, L.L.P. have been helping clients take on some of the largestmaritime, industrial, pharmaceutical, and insurance companies in the world since the firm's founding in 1964. We have more than 100 years of combined trial experience and have recovered more than $720 million for injury victims and their families. Learn more athttps://www.smslegal.com/. SOURCE Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, L.L.P. Related Links https://www.smslegal.com/

Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, L.L.P. Alerts Public to Dangers of Button Batteries in Toys and Other Products

MASON, Ohio, June 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Link-age Solutions, the group purchasing arm of the three interconnected companies of Link-age, announcedMonday the launch of the Link-age Skin Health initiative. The Link-age Skin Health initiative is designed to help post-acute care providers better prevent and treat skin conditions, including pressure ulcers, among resident populations. Link-age has partnered with a group of best-in-class providers of products and services that address skin health to support member-led efforts to improve skin health among residents. Supplier companies participating in the skin health initiative include: Medline Industries, Immersus Health Co., Smith+Nephew, First Quality, Abbott Laboratories, MediLogix, and Links Medical Products. These suppliers are offering special promotional discounts and purchase programs, as well as new educational opportunities that support facility best practices. "The organizations we serve are looking for effective products and services to fight the onset of any preventable condition," stated Annette Hutchins, Dir. Strategic Accounts at Linkage. "The skin health solutions being offered here can help facilities reduce resident risk, address valuable prevention strategies, and drive down expenses by avoiding costlier, less efficacious treatments." Many nursing home residents suffer from wounds, including pressure ulcers and other skin ailments resulting from conditions such as diabetes. These wounds are a common cause of infection and can create further complications in a patient's overall wellness. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, providers are eager to find solutions to preventable conditions and avoid risk of declining resident health, as well as organizational financial impact. Studies have shown that around 50% of new pressure ulcers that develop in patients at skilled nursing facilities are designated "clearly preventable" or "likely preventable", according to an analysis of the Office of Inspector General's pressure ulcer data. With a rapidly growing population of older adults in the United States, Link-age has pursued these supply solutions that members can pair with expert medical care to better support skin health. The promotional period will run from June 15 through September 30, 2020. Link-age is a Mason, Ohio-based company with membership comprised of more than 450 senior living communities located across the United States. Link-age's three interconnected companies - Solutions, Connect, and Ventures - work together to develop and deliver services that help senior living organizations focus on being successful in their commitment to their residents, employees, stakeholders, and communities. For more information, visitwww.linkageconnect.com. Media Contact:Patrick Schwartz330.933.9825 SOURCE Link-age Related Links https://www.linkageconnect.com

Link-age Launches Skin Health Initiative New Focus Will Engage Industry Experts to Help Providers Prevent and Treat Skin Conditions

SHANGHAI, April 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- On April 19, JOLION and 3rd Gen HAVAL H6 debuted at Auto Shanghai 2021. The two models are the star products based on the globalized high intelligent modular L.E.M.O.N. Platform and are equipped with technological configurations, consolidating HAVAL's leading power in the first market. These two models are gradually being released to overseas markets. HAVAL JOLION and 3rd Gen HAVAL H6 appearance and interior design The trendy SUV HAVAL JOLION has already been released in South Africa, Iraq, Saudi Arabia and Australia, where it has gained popularity. Not only does it support cutting-edge technologies such as mobile phone wireless charging, full-scene automatic parking, electronic knob shift and L2 + automatic driving, but it also comes withhigh-performance, low-energy consumption. It is equipped with a 1.5T engine (4g15k) and turbocharging technology, with a maximum power of 110kW, a maximum torque of 22N*m and 1.5 T HEV power, enabling it to improve fuel economy and be cleaner and more environmentally friendly. Standard / sport / economy / snowfield driving modes are available to meet the driving needs of different road conditions. The 3rd Gen HAVAL H6 will be launched globally in the near future and comes as an innovative work integrating oriental aesthetics and future science and technology. This model is equipped with L2 + automatic driving, including ACC, intelligent cruise assists and full-scene automatic parking. It is the only model in its class with full-scene recognition AEB and the latest 9.3 generation ESP system, safeguarding the stability of car body and providing all-round safety guarantee for drivers and passengers. In addition, it is the world's first non-luxury brand equipped with reverse tracking function, offering users a pleasant and comfortable experience in driving. These two models are based on L.E.M.O.N. Platform and come in a full range of verification design from vehicle to parts, ensuring their performances are up to the international leading level.This Platformfeatures high performance, high safety, high flexibility and light weight. It was created by GWM under the principle of "considerable investment in R&D". With this principle, GWMhas formed a research and development layout with China as the center, covering "seven countries and ten regions" in Europe, Asia and North America. Such a layout boasts global elements and core competitiveness in science and technology.GWM has set out an upward road to informationization, intelligence and interconnection of everything. In addition to this highly intelligent modular platform, it has developed a professional off-road TANK Platform and COFIS Intelligence for full vehicle intelligence. With its great efforts, it has built up a "technological barrier", expediting GWM's strategies of globalization, and enabling its users around the world to appreciate the surprise from scientific and technological innovation and live a more convenient and enjoyable life.SOURCE HAVAL

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Tailored to life insurance and wealth management business and technology executives, this complimentary series of nine global webinars will offer expert knowledge and guidance on how to accelerate the digitalization process in a risk- and cost-constrained environment. PHILADELPHIA, May 7, 2020 /PRNewswire/ - Global digital solutions provider Equisoft today announced that they will host a complimentary series of nine interactive webinars for business and technology leaders in the life insurance and wealth management sectors. These live sessions will be presented from May 14 to September 10 (the full schedule is available here) and will address the specific needs and challenges of insurers and distributors, as well as wealth manufacturers, broker-dealers and wholesalers. Presented in an interactive fireside chat format, each session will pair industry experts in discussion with clients and partners to provide strategies and research, as well as actual experiences from companies engaged in transformation. Twenty-five leading industry experts, executives and analysts, includingTom Scales (Celent), Deborah Culliton (Novarica), William Trout (Celent), Scott Schuetz (GCU), Tanya Ho Wai (Oracle), Dan Ciavarella (Refinitiv), Jim Kerley (Clearview Partners; past LIMRA President), Eric Lester (Nexus Insurance Services; formerly Legal & General America), as well as Mike Allee and Chris Moroz (Universal Conversion Technologies), will share their practical experience of how organizations can create world-class digital experiences for their customers and advisors to solve issues created by physical distancing and a distributed workforce. They will delve into the critical details that help ensure fast, low-risk implementations, simpler customizations and the lowest possible cost of ownership. "Growing customer expectations for an instant digital resolution of their needs are forcing leaders to rethink the way they do business, and many realize they don't have the right technology in place," said Equisoft's CEO Luis Romero. "The need to implement straight-through processes involves connecting advanced front-end tools to modern back-end systems, not to mention the conversion of large volumes of critical and sensitive data. These are complex projects usually spanning over a few years, but with COVID-19, many companies need to go in fast-forward mode to turn around their business as quickly as possible, without putting their operations at risk."Equisoft's Accelerate Series is presented in collaboration with many industry stakeholders such as Oracle, Celent, Novarica, LIMRA, LOMA, The National Association of Independent Life Brokerage Agencies (NAILBA), The Canadian Institute of Financial Planning (CIFP), The Federation of Mutual Fund Dealers (FMFD), The Insurance Association of the Caribbean (IAC), The Organisation of Eastern & Southern Africa Insurers (OESAI), Radius Financial Education, and Refinitiv."The recent disruption impacted over 50 industry events globally, which are key platforms to connect and share knowledge. As we all try to make sense of the threats, changes and opportunities presented by the current situation, we wanted to provide access to best practices and advice that executives need to accelerate their transformation journey," explained Jean Sabbagh, Marketing Vice President at Equisoft. "We couldn't have built such a comprehensive content offering in such a short period of time without the strong relationships that we have built over the years with key industry analysts and partners. We really appreciate their willingness to help us make a positive contribution to the industry in these challenging times."Webinar registration To register or learn more about Equisoft's complimentary webinars, visit: accelerate.equisoft.com Media access to leading digital expertsBusiness and trade media representatives are welcome to attend these webinars by registering on the site. Equisoft's spokespersons and guest-speakers will be available for individual interviews upon request. Media inquiries can be sent to [emailprotected], +1 438-491-1846. About Equisoft Founded in 1994, Equisoft is a global provider of advanced digital solutions in life insurance and wealth management. Recognized as a valued partner by over 50 of the world's leading financial institutions in 15 countries, Equisoft offers innovative front-end applications, extensive back-office services and a unique data migration expertise. The firm's industry-leading products include a comprehensive SaaS policy administration solution, CRM, financial needs analysis, asset allocation, quotes and illustrations, electronic application, agency management systems, as well as customer, agent and broker portals. Equisoft is also Oracle's main global partner for the Oracle Insurance Policy Administration platform. With its business-driven approach, deep industry knowledge, state-of-the-art technology, and over 450 specialized resources based in the USA, Canada, Latin America, South Africa, India and Australia, Equisoft helps its clients tackle any challenge in this era of digital disruption. Website: equisoft.comSOURCE Equisoft Related Links http://www.equisoft.com/

Equisoft's Accelerate Series connects life insurance and wealth executives with industry thought leaders to fast-forward their digital transformation in the new normal

LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Issue Westpac Banking Corporation - Series 1254 USD 20,000,000 FRN due April 2021 ISIN Number XS1397753333 ISIN Reference 139775333 Issue Nomin USD 20000000 Period 1/20/2021 to 4/20/2021 Payment Date 4/20/2021 Number of Days 90 Rate 1.224 Denomination USD 200000 20000000 Amount Payable per Denomination 612 61200 Bank of New York Rate Fix Desk Telephone 44 1202 689580 Corporate Trust Services Facsimile 44 1202 689601

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SAN DIEGO, May5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Many educators are struggling with the unique demands of online teaching during COVID-19 and school closures. Teachers need trusted resources now, more than ever before, that can be immediately used for online teaching as well as back in the classroom. AVID, a national education non-profit that works with more than 7,500 schools, announced the launch of AVID Open Access, an open educationalresource for free, high-quality digital teaching and learning and STEM tips and tools. Just launched, AVID Open Access provides practical, bite-size tips and grab-and-go lesson plans and teaching resources. It also offers easy-to-use, standalone STEM activities for various grade levels as well as subject-specific and grade-level appropriate examples that illustrate how teachers can meaningfully embed digital tools in lessons to meet their learning objectives. These resources show teachers how to engage with both technology and people, so that students get more out of instruction. These collaboration tools, videos, and class activities can immediately be accessed by educators anywhere, free of charge. They work with whatever curriculum, devices and platforms schools may use. Teachers do not need prior knowledge of AVID strategies. AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) a national non-profit that has a 40-year track record of improving teaching strategies for K-12 educators that result in more effective relational capacity with students assembled a team with more than 130 years of experience in digital content creation and design for students and educators to view and vet the best digital resources. The vetting process prioritizes socio-emotional supports to help learners engage in self-paced learning, with special considerations for English Language Learners and students without internet. AVID partnered with MIT, Club for the Future from Blue Origin, Wonder Workshop, Engineering is Elementary (EiE), and Code.org to make their trusted teaching tools available along with AVID's own proven digital teaching and learning and STEM resources. AVID Open Access is supported by Amazon Future Engineers. These digestible resources show teachers how to effectively integrate educational technology, digital pedagogy, and STEM into the classroom while providing the socio-emotional supports students need so they get more out of instruction. The resources include question stems for keeping students engaged in live or self-paced learning, ways to adapt for English Language Learners and students without internet, activities such as sending postcards to space, tips for Google Classroom, Microsoft Whiteboard, Zoom, Flipgrid and Padlet. "We are thrilled to team up with AVID because of its outstanding work engaging educators and elevating teaching," said Kellie Wilks, Chief Technology Officer, Ector County Independent School Districts. "AVID has demonstrated how to combine the best of technology and the best of instruction in ways that are easy and effective for teachers. AVID Open Access is a valuable open educational resource (OER) that will benefit schools immediately to make digital teaching and learning more accessible to all educators and students." "During these challenging times, we want to help the entire teaching profession. We are collaborating with MIT, EiE, Club For the Future founded by Blue Origin to share some of the best STEM content alongside AVID's vast knowledge base and teaching know-how, to make sure teachers have access to the best digital teaching strategies and resources as they go virtual," said Thuan Nguyen, AVID Chief Operating Officer, who conceived this initiative. "There has never been a time when educators have more digital resources available to them," added Nguyen. "It's overwhelming. Deciding what to use and determining what will be most beneficial is daunting for teachers and administrators. We have invested the time to look at the tremendous digital resources that are available, culled them down, and highlighted the very best of the best to make it digestible for teachers. That's where the greatest need is. The last thing we want to do for teachers right now is to 'infowhelm' them." "We're here to provide a public service to educators everywhere during this time of need," AVID CEO Sandy Husk said. "It's now more important than ever to take teachers by the hand, give them practical, step by step tips and share best practices so they are comfortable and confident using digital teaching and learning resources. Teachers are remarkable and they can do this." "Digital teaching and learning, ed tech and STEM are here to stay and proficiency with them will only become increasingly important," Nguyen said. "It won't be enough simply to have the technology. What matters is how well schools integrate the technology and digital pedagogy so that students benefit, even after teachers return to their physical classrooms." In addition to the resources available May 4, AVID Open Access will add more partner content, live events and instructional videos for educators throughout this summer as they continue to apply these resources. About AVID Open AccessAVID Open Access is an open educational resource that provides quick, practical, easy-to-use tips, lessons and classroom activities for educators to effectively integrate educational technology, digital pedagogy, and STEM into the classroom while providing the social-emotional supports students need. Completely free and carefully curated, AVID Open Access makes it easier for teachers to adapt to critically important new ways of teaching and build their proficiency, whether their classroom is online or back on campus. To learn more, visit www.AVIDOpenAccess.org. About AVIDAVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) changes lives by helping schools shift to a more equitable, student-centered approach. Founded in 1980, AVID celebrates 40 years as a community of resilience for educators. Best known for its acclaimed Summer Institutes, AVID is a national non-profit that delivers professional learning to more than 85,000 educators each year so they can close the opportunity gap and prepare all students for college, career, and life. Educators in more than 7,500 schools across 47 states rely on AVID for professional development in leadership, instructional best practices, digital teaching and learning, social and emotional learning, culturally relevant teaching, STEM, and more. In turn, these educators help to close the opportunity gap for more than 2 million students each year. To learn more, visit avid.org. SOURCE AVID Related Links http://www.AVIDOpenAccess.org

New Open Access Resources For K-12 Schools AVID Improves Digital Teaching & Learning and STEM teaching strategies for brick-and-mortar and online.

FISHERS, Indiana, May 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Sustainable Projects Group (OTCQB: SPGX) (SPGX), has acquired 100% of the rights for Soy-Yer Dough, the Bloomfield, Indiana-based producer of sustainable, non-allergenic modeling dough from inventors Sawyer and Samantha Sparks. Soy-Yer Dough is a gluten- and wheat-free, non-toxic, fun-scented modeling playdough that is made in the USA and designed to allow all children, including those with allergies, to enjoy the same fun and creative activities. Soy-Yer Dough has been sold to all 50 states and many countries internationally. With hundreds of retailers, Soy-Yer Dough has been able to reach hundreds of thousands of customers. Under the terms of the all-share agreement, SPGX has acquired complete ownership of the marketing and distribution rights, as well as all equipment and inventory previously controlled by Soy-Yer Dough. Going forward, the product line and rights thereto will subsequently be operated as a wholly-owned subsidiary of SPGX under the name YER Brands, Inc. Current management Sawyer Sparks will become CEO of YER Brands, while Samantha Sparks will continue to lead production activities. "We've come a long way from our early days on ABC's Shark Tank, but it was important for us to find a partner who could help us reach a larger audience," said Sawyer Sparks, CEO of YER Brands. "We're excited to leverage the production and distribution expertise of SPGX so that many more children can enjoy this simple fun without any fears." Stefan Muehlbauer, CEO of SPGX, commented: "Sawyer and Samantha have done an excellent job designing a fun, safe product and building it into a profitable business that fills a unique void. We plan to shift production of Soy-Yer Dough to the Rushville facility we recently secured on behalf of Cormo USA, which will benefit both businesses by reducing overhead and consolidating sourcing, production, and distribution. SPGX looks forward to incorporating this well-known and proven brand into our portfolio to the next stage of Soy-Yer Dough's growth as part of the SPGX family." The acquisition is expected to be immediately accretive, and SPGX currently anticipates additional synergies between Soy-Yer Dough and its other portfolio companies, including Cormo USA, over the coming months. With the addition of Soy-Yer Dough, SPGX's portfolio of companies increases from three to four. About Sustainable Projects Group Inc. SPGX is positioned to become a world-leading project incubation and development company through value-based investments and collaborative partnerships with global leaders across the sustainable and social-responsibility sectors. Sustainable Projects Group has initiated its goals by pursuing investment and partnerships with some of the most diversified and integrated companies active in the market. Learn more at www.SPGroupe.com. About YER Brands Inc. The newly formed YER Brands Inc., a portfolio company of SPGX, will produce and market sustainable, gluten-free modeling dough known as Soy-Yer Dough in Central Indiana with a focus on expansion in the U.S. market. The company begins production in May 2020 in Rushville, IN, and expects to greatly expand capacity over the next year. Learn more about Soy-Yer Dough and its products at www.soy-yer.com. CAUTIONARY NOTE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS This press release contains statements that plan for or anticipate the future, called "forward-looking statements." 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Many of these contingencies and uncertainties can affect our actual results and could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in any forward-looking statements made by, or on behalf of, us. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance. All of the forward-looking statements made in this press release are qualified by these cautionary statements. Specific reference is made to our most recent annual report on Form 10-KSB and other filings made by us with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission for more detailed discussions of the contingencies and uncertainties enumerated above and the factors underlying the forward-looking statements. These reports and filings may be inspected and copied at the Public Reference Room maintained by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission at 100 F Street, N.E., Washington, D.C. 20549. You can obtain information about the operation of the Public Reference Room by calling the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission at 1-800-SEC-0330. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission also maintains an Internet site that contains reports, proxy and information statements, and other information regarding issuers that file electronically with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission at http://www.sec.gov. We disclaim any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except to the extent required by applicable laws. This press release is for informational purposes only and is not and should not be construed as an offer to solicit, buy, or sell any security. Investor Relations:Gateway Investor RelationsMatt Glover or Charlie SchumacherPhone: 949-574-3860Email: [emailprotected] SOURCE Sustainable Projects Group Inc.

Sustainable Projects Group Acquires Sustainable Toy Brand Accretive Acquisition Increases SPGX's Portfolio of Companies to Four

PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cable One, Inc. (NYSE: CABO) (the Company or Cable One) today reported financial and operating results for the quarter ended March 31, 2021. Cable One completed the acquisition of Valu-Net LLC (Valu-Net) on July 1, 2020 and the contribution of its Anniston, Alabama system (the Anniston System) to Hargray Communications, a data, video and voice services provider (Hargray), on October 1, 2020. The results discussed below and presented in the tables within this press release include Valu-Net operations and exclude Anniston System operations for the periods since the completion of their respective acquisition and disposition. First Quarter 2021 Highlights: Other Highlights (1) Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA margin and Adjusted EBITDA less capital expenditures are defined in the section of this press release entitled Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures. Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA less capital expenditures are reconciled to net income, Adjusted EBITDA margin is reconciled to net profit margin and Adjusted EBITDA less capital expenditures is also reconciled to net cash provided by operating activities. Refer to the Reconciliations of Non-GAAP Measures tables within this press release. First Quarter 2021 Financial Results Compared to First Quarter 2020 Revenues increased $20.1 million, or 6.2%, to $341.3 million for the first quarter of 2021, including $3.2 million from Valu-Net operations. The remaining increase was driven primarily by organic residential data and business services revenue growth, partially offset by decreases in organic residential video and residential voice revenues. For the first quarter of 2021 and 2020, residential data revenues comprised 53.8% and 48.3% of total revenues, respectively, and business services revenues comprised 17.7% and 18.0% of total revenues, respectively. Operating expenses (excluding depreciation and amortization) were $101.5 million in the first quarter of 2021 and decreased $4.5 million, or 4.2%, compared to the first quarter of 2020. The decrease in operating expenses was primarily attributable to a $6.0 million reduction in programming expenses, partially offset by $1.2 million of additional expenses related to Valu-Net operations. Operating expenses as a percentage of revenues were 29.7% and 33.0% for the first quarter of 2021 and 2020, respectively. Selling, general and administrative expenses were $69.0 million and $62.9 million for the first quarter of 2021 and 2020, respectively. The increase in selling, general and administrative expenses was primarily attributable to increases of $2.4 million in acquisition-related costs, $1.8 million in health insurance costs, $1.7 million in labor and other compensation-related costs and $1.0 million in system conversion costs, partially offset by a $1.5 million decrease in bad debt expense. Selling, general and administrative expenses as a percentage of revenues were 20.2% and 19.6% for the first quarter of 2021 and 2020, respectively. Depreciation and amortization expense was $68.5 million for the first quarter of 2021 and increased $3.3 million, or 5.0%, compared to the first quarter of 2020. Depreciation and amortization expense as a percentage of revenues was 20.1% and 20.3% for the first quarter of 2021 and 2020, respectively. Interest expense increased $4.9 million, or 26.3%, to $23.6 million, driven primarily by higher interest rate swap settlement expense and additional outstanding debt, partially offset by lower interest rates. Other income, net, of $8.1 million for the first quarter of 2021 consisted primarily of a $5.6 million non-cash gain on fair value adjustment associated with the call and put options to acquire the remaining equity interests in Mega Broadband Investments Holdings LLC and $3.2 million of investment and interest income, partially offset by $0.7 million of financing cost write-offs. Other income, net, of $1.7 million for the first quarter of 2020 consisted of interest and investment income. Income tax provision was $17.7 million in the first quarter of 2021 and increased $11.3 million, or 174.2%, compared to the prior year quarter. The Companys effective tax rate was 20.4% and 8.5% for the first quarter of 2021 and 2020, respectively. The increases in the income tax provision and the effective tax rate were due primarily to $7.0 million of income tax benefits attributable to the net operating loss carryback provision of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act from the first quarter of 2020 that did not recur. Net income was $68.6 million in the first quarter of 2021 compared to $69.3 million in the prior year quarter. Adjusted EBITDA was $180.4 million and $157.7 million for the first quarter of 2021 and 2020, respectively, an increase of 14.4%. Capital expenditures for the first quarter of 2021 totaled $71.9 million compared to $64.8 million for the first quarter of 2020. Adjusted EBITDA less capital expenditures for the first quarter of 2021 was $108.5 million compared to $93.0 million in the prior year quarter. Liquidity and Capital Resources At March 31, 2021, the Company had $1.5 billion of cash and cash equivalents on hand compared to $574.9 million at December 31, 2020. The Companys debt balance was $3.1 billion and $2.2 billion at March 31, 2021 and December 31, 2020, respectively. The Company had $459.0 million available for borrowing under its revolving credit facility as of March 31, 2021. The Company paid $15.1 million in dividends to stockholders during the first quarter of 2021. In March 2021, the Company completed the Convertible Notes Offering and received net proceeds of $895.2 million, after deducting initial purchaser discounts and other offering costs and expenses. In May 2021, the Company also obtained the Term Loan B-4. The Company used cash on hand and proceeds from indebtedness, including the net proceeds from the Convertible Notes Offering and the Term Loan B-4, to finance the Hargray Acquisition. Conference Call Cable One will host a conference call with the financial community to discuss results for the first quarter of 2021 on Thursday, May 6, 2021, at 5 p.m. Eastern Time (ET). The conference call will be available via a live audio webcast on the Cable One Investor Relations website at ir.cableone.net or by dialing 1-844-378-6483 (Canada: 1-855-669-9657 or International: 1-412-542-4178). Participants should register for the webcast or dial in for the conference call shortly before 5 p.m. ET. A replay of the call will be available from May 6, 2021 until May 20, 2021 at ir.cableone.net. Additional Information Available on Website The information in this press release should be read in conjunction with the condensed consolidated financial statements and notes thereto contained in the Companys Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the period ended March 31, 2021 (the First Quarter 2021 Form 10-Q), which will be posted on the SEC Filings section of the Cable One Investor Relations website at ir.cableone.net when it is filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the SEC). Investors and others interested in more information about Cable One should consult the Companys website, which is regularly updated with financial and other important information about the Company. Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures The Company uses certain measures that are not defined by generally accepted accounting principles in the United States (GAAP) to evaluate various aspects of its business. Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA margin, Adjusted EBITDA less capital expenditures and capital expenditures as a percentage of Adjusted EBITDA are non-GAAP financial measures and should be considered in addition to, not as superior to, or as a substitute for, net income, net profit margin, net cash provided by operating activities or capital expenditures as a percentage of net income reported in accordance with GAAP. Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA less capital expenditures are reconciled to net income, Adjusted EBITDA margin is reconciled to net profit margin and capital expenditures as a percentage of Adjusted EBITDA is reconciled to capital expenditures as a percentage of net income. Adjusted EBITDA less capital expenditures is also reconciled to net cash provided by operating activities. These reconciliations are included in the Reconciliations of Non-GAAP Measures tables within this press release. Adjusted EBITDA is defined as net income plus interest expense, income tax provision, depreciation and amortization, equity-based compensation, (gain) loss on deferred compensation, acquisition-related costs, (gain) loss on asset sales and disposals, system conversion costs, rebranding costs, equity method investment (income) loss, other (income) expense and other unusual items, as provided in the Reconciliations of Non-GAAP Measures tables within this press release. As such, it eliminates the significant non-cash depreciation and amortization expense that results from the capital-intensive nature of the Companys business as well as other non-cash or special items and is unaffected by the Companys capital structure or investment activities. This measure is limited in that it does not reflect the periodic costs of certain capitalized tangible and intangible assets used in generating revenues and the Companys cash cost of debt financing. These costs are evaluated through other financial measures. Adjusted EBITDA margin is defined as Adjusted EBITDA divided by total revenues. Adjusted EBITDA less capital expenditures, when used as a liquidity measure, is calculated as net cash provided by operating activities excluding the impact of capital expenditures, interest expense, income tax provision, changes in operating assets and liabilities, change in deferred income taxes and other unusual items, as provided in the Reconciliations of Non-GAAP Measures tables within this press release. Capital expenditures as a percentage of Adjusted EBITDA is defined as capital expenditures divided by Adjusted EBITDA. The Company uses Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA margin, Adjusted EBITDA less capital expenditures and capital expenditures as a percentage of Adjusted EBITDA to assess its performance, and it also uses Adjusted EBITDA less capital expenditures as an indicator of its ability to fund operations and make additional investments with internally generated funds. In addition, Adjusted EBITDA generally correlates to the measure used in the leverage ratio calculations under the Companys credit agreement and the indenture governing the Companys non-convertible senior unsecured notes to determine compliance with the covenants contained in the credit agreement and the ability to take certain actions under the indenture governing the non-convertible senior unsecured notes. Adjusted EBITDA and capital expenditures are also significant performance measures used by the Company in its annual incentive compensation program. Adjusted EBITDA does not take into account cash used for mandatory debt service requirements or other non-discretionary expenditures, and thus does not represent residual funds available for discretionary uses. The Company believes that Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA margin and capital expenditures as a percentage of Adjusted EBITDA are useful to investors in evaluating the operating performance of the Company. The Company believes that Adjusted EBITDA less capital expenditures is useful to investors as it shows the Companys performance while taking into account cash outflows for capital expenditures and is one of several indicators of the Companys ability to service debt, make investments and/or return capital to its stockholders. Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA margin, Adjusted EBITDA less capital expenditures, capital expenditures as a percentage of Adjusted EBITDA and similar measures with similar titles are common measures used by investors, analysts and peers to compare performance in the Companys industry, although the Companys measures of Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA margin, Adjusted EBITDA less capital expenditures and capital expenditures as a percentage of Adjusted EBITDA may not be directly comparable to similarly titled measures reported by other companies. About Cable One Cable One, Inc. (NYSE: CABO) is a leading broadband communications provider serving more than 1.1 million residential and business customers in 24 states through its Sparklight and Clearwave brands. Sparklight provides consumers with a wide array of connectivity and entertainment services, including high-speed internet and advanced Wi-Fi solutions, cable television and phone service. Sparklight Business and Clearwave provide scalable and cost-effective products for businesses ranging in size from small to mid-market, in addition to enterprise, wholesale and carrier customers. CAUTIONARY STATEMENT REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS This communication may contain forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. These statements can be identified by the fact that they do not relate strictly to historical or current facts, but rather are based on current expectations, estimates, assumptions and projections about the Companys industry, business, strategy, acquisitions and strategic investments, dividend policy, financial results and financial condition as well as anticipated impacts from, and the Companys responses to, the COVID-19 pandemic. Forward-looking statements often include words such as will, should, anticipates, estimates, expects, projects, intends, plans, believes and words and terms of similar substance in connection with discussions of future operating or financial performance. As with any projection or forecast, forward-looking statements are inherently susceptible to uncertainty and changes in circumstances. The Companys actual results may vary materially from those expressed or implied in its forward-looking statements. Accordingly, undue reliance should not be placed on any forward-looking statement made by the Company or on its behalf. Important factors that could cause the Companys actual results to differ materially from those in its forward-looking statements include government regulation, economic, strategic, political and social conditions and the following factors, which are discussed in the Companys latest Annual Report on Form 10-K and the First Quarter 2021 Form 10-Q as filed with the SEC: Any forward-looking statements made by the Company in this communication speak only as of the date on which they are made. The Company is under no obligation, and expressly disclaims any obligation, except as required by law, to update or alter its forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, subsequent events or otherwise. CABLE ONE, INC. CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (Unaudited) Three Months Ended March 31, (dollars in thousands, except per share data) 2021 2020 Change % Change Revenues: Residential data $ 183,605 $ 154,990 $ 28,615 18.5% Residential video 76,017 85,322 (9,305) (10.9)% Residential voice 10,477 12,427 (1,950) (15.7)% Business services 60,362 57,862 2,500 4.3% Other 10,801 10,595 206 1.9% Total Revenues 341,262 321,196 20,066 6.2% Costs and Expenses: Operating (excluding depreciation and amortization) 101,464 105,928 (4,464) (4.2)% Selling, general and administrative 69,042 62,884 6,158 9.8% Depreciation and amortization 68,530 65,279 3,251 5.0% (Gain) loss on asset sales and disposals, net (120) (5,621) 5,501 (97.9)% Total Costs and Expenses 238,916 228,470 10,446 4.6% Income from operations 102,346 92,726 9,620 10.4% Interest expense (23,581) (18,674) (4,907) 26.3% Other income (expense), net 8,100 1,734 6,366 NM Income before income taxes and equity method investment income (loss), net 86,865 75,786 11,079 14.6% Income tax provision 17,715 6,460 11,255 174.2% Income before equity method investment income (loss), net 69,150 69,326 (176) (0.3)% Equity method investment income (loss), net (568) - (568) NM Net income $ 68,582 $ 69,326 $ (744) (1.1)% Net Income per Common Share: Basic $ 11.41 $ 12.17 $ (0.76) (6.2)% Diluted $ 11.19 $ 12.05 $ (0.86) (7.1)% Weighted Average Common Shares Outstanding: Basic 6,012,402 5,697,904 314,498 5.5% Diluted 6,168,261 5,755,059 413,202 7.2% Unrealized gain (loss) on cash flow hedges and other, net of tax $ 55,467 $ (84,625) $ 140,092 (165.5)% Comprehensive income (loss) $ 124,049 $ (15,299) $ 139,348 NM ________ NM = Not meaningful. CABLE ONE, INC. CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (Unaudited) (dollars in thousands, except par values) March 31, 2021 December 31, 2020 Assets Current Assets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 1,537,298 $ 574,909 Accounts receivable, net 30,352 38,768 Income taxes receivable 15,113 41,245 Prepaid and other current assets 30,239 17,891 Total Current Assets 1,613,002 672,813 Equity investments 807,093 807,781 Property, plant and equipment, net 1,278,972 1,265,460 Intangible assets, net 1,267,702 1,278,198 Goodwill 430,543 430,543 Other noncurrent assets 34,953 33,543 Total Assets $ 5,432,265 $ 4,488,338 Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity Current Liabilities: Accounts payable and accrued liabilities $ 175,281 $ 174,139 Deferred revenue 23,619 21,051 Current portion of long-term debt 26,500 26,392 Total Current Liabilities 225,400 221,582 Long-term debt 3,038,754 2,148,798 Deferred income taxes 391,921 366,675 Interest rate swap liability 81,917 155,357 Other noncurrent liabilities 93,626 100,627 Total Liabilities 3,831,618 2,993,039 Stockholders' Equity Preferred stock ($0.01 par value; 4,000,000 shares authorized; none issued or outstanding) - - Common stock ($0.01 par value; 40,000,000 shares authorized; 6,175,399 shares issued; and 6,034,609 and 6,027,704 shares outstanding as of March 31, 2021 and December 31, 2020, respectively) 62 62 Additional paid-in capital 539,713 535,586 Retained earnings 1,281,667 1,228,172 Accumulated other comprehensive loss (85,216) (140,683) Treasury stock, at cost (140,790 and 147,695 shares held as of March 31, 2021 and December 31, 2020, respectively) (135,579) (127,838) Total Stockholders' Equity 1,600,647 1,495,299 Total Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity $ 5,432,265 $ 4,488,338 CABLE ONE, INC. RECONCILIATIONS OF NON-GAAP MEASURES (Unaudited) Three Months Ended March 31, (dollars in thousands) 2021 2020 Change % Change Net income $ 68,582 $ 69,326 $ (744) (1.1)% Net profit margin 20.1% 21.6% Plus: Interest expense 23,581 18,674 4,907 26.3% Income tax provision 17,715 6,460 11,255 174.2% Depreciation and amortization 68,530 65,279 3,251 5.0% Equity-based compensation 4,127 3,221 906 28.1% (Gain) loss on deferred compensation 27 (227) 254 (111.9)% Acquisition-related costs 4,370 2,017 2,353 116.7% (Gain) loss on asset sales and disposals, net (120) (5,621) 5,501 (97.9)% System conversion costs 1,051 48 1,003 NM Rebranding costs 44 268 (224) (83.6)% Equity method investment (income) loss, net 568 - 568 NM Other (income) expense, net (8,100) (1,734) (6,366) NM Adjusted EBITDA $ 180,375 $ 157,711 $ 22,664 14.4% Adjusted EBITDA margin 52.9% 49.1% Less: Capital expenditures $ 71,853 $ 64,757 $ 7,096 11.0% Capital expenditures as a percentage of net income 104.8% 93.4% Capital expenditures as a percentage of Adjusted EBITDA 39.8% 41.1% Adjusted EBITDA less capital expenditures $ 108,522 $ 92,954 $ 15,568 16.7% ________ NM = Not meaningful. Three Months Ended March 31, (dollars in thousands) 2021 2020 Change % Change Net cash provided by operating activities $ 163,993 $ 118,500 $ 45,493 38.4% Capital expenditures (71,853) (64,757) (7,096) 11.0% Interest expense 23,581 18,674 4,907 26.3% Non-cash interest expense (1,432) (1,106) (326) 29.5% Income tax provision 17,715 6,460 11,255 174.2% Changes in operating assets and liabilities (18,816) 34,919 (53,735) (153.9)% Change in deferred income taxes (7,131) (20,108) 12,977 (64.5)% (Gain) loss on deferred compensation 27 (227) 254 (111.9)% Acquisition-related costs 4,370 2,017 2,353 116.7% Write-off of debt issuance costs (487) - (487) NM System conversion costs 1,051 48 1,003 NM Rebranding costs 44 268 (224) (83.6)% Fair value adjustment 5,560 - 5,560 NM Other (income) expense, net (8,100) (1,734) (6,366) NM Adjusted EBITDA less capital expenditures $ 108,522 $ 92,954 $ 15,568 16.7% NM = Not meaningful. CABLE ONE, INC. OPERATING STATISTICS (Unaudited) As of March 31, Change (in thousands, except percentages and ARPU data) 2021 2020 Amount % Homes Passed 2,314 2,332 (18) (0.8)% Residential Customers 902 836 65 7.8% Data PSUs 799 713 86 12.0% Video PSUs 239 288 (49) (17.0)% Voice PSUs 87 102 (15) (14.6)% Total residential PSUs 1,125 1,103 22 2.0% Business Customers 86 85 1 0.8% Data PSUs 81 79 2 2.6% Video PSUs 13 15 (2) (16.1)% Voice PSUs 35 35 1 1.5% Total business services PSUs 129 129 0 0.1% Total Customers 988 921 66 7.2% Total non-video 734 617 117 19.0% Percent of total 74.3% 67.0% 7.3% Data PSUs 880 793 88 11.0% Video PSUs 252 303 (51) (17.0)% Voice PSUs 122 136 (14) (10.5)% Total PSUs 1,254 1,232 22 1.8% Penetration Data 38.1% 34.0% 4.1% Video 10.9% 13.0% (2.1)% Voice 5.3% 5.8% (0.5)% Share of First Quarter Revenues Residential data 53.8% 48.3% 5.5% Business services 17.7% 18.0% (0.3)% Total 71.5% 66.3% 5.2% ARPU - First Quarter Residential data(1) $ 77.24 $ 72.86 $ 4.38 6.0% Residential video(1) $ 103.86 $ 96.75 $ 7.11 7.3% Residential voice(1) $ 39.59 $ 40.07 $ (0.48) (1.2)% Business services(2) $ 235.30 $ 226.78 $ 8.52 3.8% (1) (2) ARPU values represent quarterly business services revenues divided by the average of the number of business customer relationships at the beginning and end of each period, divided by three, except that for any business customer relationships added or subtracted as a result of an acquisition or divestiture occurring during the period, the associated ARPU values represent business services revenues divided by the pro-rated average number of business customer relationships during such period.

Cable One Reports First Quarter 2021 Results

FORT LEE, N.J., April 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Bergen County Debate Club (BCDC)dominates Georgetown National Online Debate Tournament! BCDC had yet another extraordinary weekend at the Georgetown Spring Invitational! Over 300 public forum debate teams participated in this global online debate event representing 18 US States, Canada, India and Dominican Republic. Despite intense competition this year, the BCDC squad powered through both middle school divisions by closing out the finals in the MS Experienced division and closing out the semi-finals in the MS Novice division. All in all, the club from Bergen County, New Jersey finished with 6 Co-Champion middle school teams and one Champion in HS Novice PF while advancing 78% of itsparticipatingteams to elimination rounds and having 6 teams finish with undefeated records in preliminary rounds by far the best results for any program with 20+ teams! Congratulations to all BCDC debaters below on their accomplishments! PF MS Novice 4 Co-Champion Teams: Ananya Anchlia & Brannon Zee Sana Kashyap & Aiden Ko Hemang Mittal & Andie Park Prisha Malik (maverick) PF MS Novice Top-8: Scarlett Shim & Emma Tian PF MS Novice Top-16: Alexander Choi & Aarav Motivala PF MS Novice Top-32: Nandita Aiyer & Ananjay Anchlia Sahaj Bhandari & Spencer Chaisanguanthum Ashley Jun & Prisha Vora Maggie Liu & Lily Liu Jiyoo Choi & Janhitha Veeramachaneni PF MS Open Co-Champions: Cailyn Min & Christine Seo Jumno Kang & Edward Kang PF MS Open Top-4: Aiden Chun & Jay Kreibich PF MS Open Top-16: Aditya Gupta & Iniya Karimanal PF HS Novice (First Year) Champions: Edward Kim & Edward Son PF HSJV Top-4: Rizaa Fazal & Wajiha Rizvi PF HSJV Top-16: Jason Chae (8th gr) & Romir Patel (8th gr) Top Ten Speaker Awards Winners across all PF divisions: Brennon Zee 1st Speaker among 160 debaters Edward Kim - 1st Speaker Emma Tian 2nd Speaker Edward Son 3rd Speaker Maeve Goldman 3rd Speaker Prisha Malik 5th Speaker Ananya Anchlia 6th speaker Hemang Mittal 9th speaker Jason Chae 10th speaker To learn more about Bergen County Debate Club (BCDC), their online debate classes and summer camp programs, please visitwww.njdebate.com. Media Contact:Oksana Savransky, Program Director201-421-8621[emailprotected] SOURCE Bergen County Debate Club Related Links http://www.njdebate.com

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NEW YORK, May 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Taxi And Limousine Services Global Market Opportunities And Strategies To 2030: COVID 19 Impact and Recovery report provides the strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the global taxi and limousine services market.Read the full report: https://www.reportlinker.com/p05893066/?utm_source=PRN Description:Where is the largest and fastest growing market for the taxi and limousine services market? How does the market relate to the overall economy, demography and other similar markets? What forces will shape the market going forward? The global taxi and limousine services global market opportunities and strategies to 2030: COVID 19 impact and recovery report answers all these questions and many more.The report covers the following chapters1. Executive Summary The executive summary section of the report gives a brief overview and summary of the report2. Report Structure This section gives the structure of the report and the information covered in the various sections.3. Introduction This section gives the segmentation of the taxi and limousine services market by geography, by type of service, by vehicle type, by payment mode, and by ride type covered in this report.4. Market Characteristics The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the taxi and limousine services market. This chapter includes different goods/services covered in the report and basic definitions.5. Product/Service Analysis The product/service analysis section of the report describes the leading services in the market along with key features and differentiators for those services.6. Supply Chain The supply chain section of the report defines and explains the key players in the taxi and limousine services industry supply chain.7. Customer Information This chapter covers recent customers' trends/preferences in the global taxi and limousine services market.8. Trends And Strategies This chapter describes the major trends shaping the global taxi and limousine services market. This section highlights likely future developments in the market and suggests approaches companies can take to exploit these opportunities.9. Technology And Digital Revolution Impact On Taxi and Limousine Services Market This chapter describes the technology penetration and impact of digital revolution on the taxi and limousine services market.10. Impact Of Covid-19 On Taxi And Limousine Services This chapter describes the impact of Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak in most affected coronavirus countries on the taxi and limousine services market and initiatives taken by taxi services companies amid coronavirus situation.11. Policy & Regulatory Landscape For Taxi And Limousine Services This chapter describes the regulations for taxi and limousine services for various regions.12. Benefits and Impacts of Advertising on Ride Hailing Taxis This chapter describes the benefits of using cabs for advertisements and impact of taxi advertising on the taxi and limousine services.13. Global Market Size And Growth This section contains the global historic (2015-2019) and forecast (2019-2023) market values, and drivers and restraints that support and restrain the growth of the market in the historic and forecast periods.14. Regional Analysis This section contains the historic (2015-2019), forecast (2019-2023) market value and growth and market share comparison by region.15. Segmentation This section contains the market values (2015-2023) and analysis for different segments in the market.16. Global Macro Comparison The global taxi and limousine services market comparison with macro-economic factors gives the taxi and limousine services market size, percentage of GDP, and average taxi and limousine services market expenditure.17. Regional Market Size and Growth This section contains the region's market size (2019), historic and forecast (2015-2023) market values, and growth and market share comparison of major countries within the region. This report includes information on all the regions (Asia Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa).18. Competitive Landscape This section covers details on the competitive landscape of the global taxi and limousine services market, estimated market shares and company profiles of the leading players.19. Key Mergers And Acquisitions This chapter gives the information on recent mergers and acquisitions in the market covered in the report. This section gives key financial details of mergers and acquisitions which have shaped the market in recent years.20. Market Background This section describes the transit and ground passenger transportation market of which the taxi and limousine services market is a segment. This chapter includes the transit and ground passenger transportation market 2015-23 values, and regional analyses for the transit and ground passenger transportation market.21. Market Opportunities And Strategies This section includes market opportunities and strategies based on findings of the research. This section also gives information on growth opportunities across countries, segments and strategies to be followed in those markets. It gives an understanding of where there is significant business to be gained by competitors in the next five years.22. Conclusions And Recommendations This section includes conclusion and recommendations based on findings of the research. This section gives information on growth opportunities across countries, segments and strategies to be followed in those markets. It gives an understanding of where there is significant business to be gained by competitors in the next five years.23. Appendix This section includes details on the NAICS codes covered, abbreviations and currencies codes used in this report.Markets Covered:By Type Of Service: Online Taxi Services; Tele And Offline Taxi Services; Limousine ServicesBy Vehicle Type: Cars; Motorcycles; OthersBy Payment Mode: Online; CashBy Ride Type: Individual; Car Pool/ShareCompanies Mentioned: Uber Technologies, Inc.; Didi Chuxing Technology Co.; Lyft, Inc.; Grab Holdings Inc.; Gett, Inc.Countries: China, Australia, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand, Vietnam, Canada, Mexico, USA, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Peru, Venezuela, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, UK, Czech Republic, Poland, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Israel, Turkey, UAE, Egypt, Nigeria, And South AfricaRegions: Asia Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, AfricaTime series: Five years historic and ten years forecastData: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capitaData segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.Sourcing and Referencing: Data and analysis throughout the report is sourced using end notes.Reasons to Purchase Outperform competitors using accurate up to date demand-side dynamics information. Understand how the market is being affected by the coronavirus and how it is likely to emerge and grow as the impact of the virus abates. Identify growth segments for investment. Facilitate decision making on the basis of historic and forecast data and the drivers and restraints on the market. Create regional and country strategies on the basis of local data and analysis. Stay abreast of the latest customer and market research findings Benchmark performance against key competitors. Develop strategies based on likely future developments. Utilize the relationships between key data sets for superior strategizing. Suitable for supporting your internal and external presentations with reliable high quality data and analysis Gain a global perspective on the development of the market.Read the full report: https://www.reportlinker.com/p05893066/?utm_source=PRN About Reportlinker ReportLinker is an award-winning market research solution. 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Taxi And Limousine Services Global Market Opportunities And Strategies To 2030: COVID 19 Impact and Recovery

MONTREAL, July 27, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Montreal Heart Institute (MHI) today announced that the COLCORONA clinical trial has increased enrollment capacity in the United States (Los Angeles, San Francisco, Houston, Dallas, Miami, Gainesville, New York, New Jersey, Connecticut) as the positive case numbers of COVID-19 continue to rise. The COLCORONA trial recruits recently diagnosed, non-hospitalized adult patients with COVID-19 for participation in a free, at-home clinical trial designed to minimally burden patients. The largest trial of its kind, this at-home, contactless trial continues to also enroll in Canada, Spain and South Africa with more sites continually added. (PRNewsfoto/Montreal Heart Institute) "Our recent results in pre-clinical studies show the potential of colchicine to reduce the inflammatory storm and lung damage also seen in patients with COVID-19," said Dr. Jean-Claude Tardif, Director of the Research Center at MHI, Professor of Medicine at the University of Montreal, and COLCORONA principal investigator. "We are committed to including a large number of patients worldwide in this robust study to determine the ability of colchicine to keep patients out of the hospital, off ventilators and ultimately save lives." Results from a recent study of acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) in animals have shown that colchicine reduces lung injury and lung edema, and markedly improves blood oxygenation. Mortality in COVID-19 patients has been linked to the cytokine storm, where the body produces excessive pro-inflammatory molecules (cytokines) that eventually lead to ARDS and potentially death. Therefore, the results of this study strongly support the clinical development of colchicine to fight the complications of COVID-19. Full study results are available in preprint and support the continuation of the COLCORONA trial. "At the moment, there is no available, FDA-approved treatment that can be given to patients at home to prevent them from worsening illness, hospitalization and death from COVID-19 complications. It is very important for us to find therapies that we can offer to patients now," said Dr. Norman Lepor, Director of Clinical Research for Westside Medical Associates of Los Angeles and COLCORONA primary investigator for Los Angeles. The double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomized COLCORONA trial featuring a generic immunomodulator (colchicine) passed its futility analysis in June 2020 with an independent Data Safety Monitoring Board, allowing for continued enrollment. Colchicine, which is already available for treatment of gout, pericarditis, and Familial Mediterranean Fever, would be an affordable orally administered treatment option if results prove positive. What Patients Need to Know About the COLCORONA Trial to Enroll Unlike most other studies, this study does not involve leaving your home. The study staff will contact you directly via phone or video-visits for follow-up. Medication or a placebo (a pill with no active ingredients) will be delivered to your home at no cost. If you are interested in joining, the study staff will determine if you are eligible to join. This study is one of the few enrolling newly diagnosed patients with mild to moderate symptoms who are not hospitalized and over the age of 40 (and recruits patients past the age of 70). Participation in the study lasts 30 days. When the study is completed, the results will be announced, but will not include your identifying information. Patients and physicians interested in COLCORONA can call the study hotline at 1-877-536-6837, 24/7 or visit www.colcorona.net.If you have recently been diagnosed with COVID-19 and you are interested in participating in the COLCORONA trial, do not delay calling the hotline number. About the COLCORONA Trial COLCORONA is a contact-free, at-home, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study run out of several regions in Canada, the United States, Europe, South America, and South Africa. COLCORONA is coordinated by the Montreal Health Innovations Coordinating Center (MHICC) and funded by the Government of Quebec, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) of the United States National Institutes of Health (NIH), and Sophie Desmarais Montral philanthropist, daughter of the late business mogul, Paul Desmarais Sr., Pharmascience, CGI, and DACIMA are also collaborators of COLCORONA. For more information about the study, visit www.colcorona.net. About the Montreal Heart Institute Founded in 1954, the Montreal Heart Institute constantly aims for the highest standards of excellence in the cardiovascular field through its leadership in clinical and basic research, ultra-specialized care, professional training, and prevention. It houses the largest research center in Canada, the largest cardiovascular prevention center in the country, and the largest cardiovascular genetics center in Canada. The Institute is affiliated with the University of Montreal and has more than 2000 employees, including 245 physicians, as well as 650 people working in its Research Center. About the Montreal Health Innovations Coordinating Center (MHICC) The Montreal Health Innovations Coordinating Center (MHICC) is a leading academic clinical research organization and an integral part of the Montreal Heart Institute (MHI). The MHICC possesses an established network of collaborators in over 4500 clinical sites in more than 40 countries. It has specific expertise in precision medicine, low-cost high-quality clinical trials, and drug repurposing. SOURCE Montreal Heart Institute Related Links http://www.colcorona.net

U.S. Numbers of COVID-19 Diagnosis Continue to Rise; COLCORONA Trial Researchers Announce Increased U.S. Enrollment Options for this At-Home Study for Newly Diagnosed Patients with COVID-19 Colchicine, a common drug to treat gout, is being evaluated to treat COVID-19 and shows significant reduction in inflammation and lung injury in pre-clinical studies.

LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The remotes market is expected to register a CAGR of almost 2% during 2020-2024, as per the latest research report by Technavio. The report offers a detailed analysis of the impact of COVID-19 pandemic on the market in optimistic, probable, and pessimistic forecast scenarios. Request for Technavios market report estimates including pre- and post-COVID-19 impact on remotes market. Download a Free Sample Report on the impact of COVID-19 pandemic analysis. Due to the extensive spread of the virus across the globe, the Communication Services Industry is anticipated to have Positive impact. The remotes market will showcase Negative impact during 2020-2024. Remotes Market 2020-2024: Segmentation Remotes Market is segmented as below: APAC region will account for the highest incremental growth during the forecast period due to the presence of a large number of consumer electronics providers that offer TVs and gaming consoles, an increasing number of households with TVs, and the launch of new STBs with additional functionalities. With the surging growth of COVID-19 pandemic, the Communication Services market is anticipated to have a Direct impact during the forecast period. View market snapshot before purchasing Rising penetration of DTH connections has been an instrumental factor in influencing the growth of remotes market. Other market drivers include the availability of multifunctional gaming consoles. Technavio offers custom research analysis on the crucial pointers to highlight the impact of COVID-19 on the market across the supply chain. Key Considerations for Market Forecast: Get more insights about the global trends impacting the future of remotes market, Request Free Sample @ https://www.technavio.com/talk-to-us?report=IRTNTR43182 Remotes Market 2020-2024: Vendor Analysis The market is fragmented, and the degree of fragmentation will accelerate during the forecast period. Key players in the market have been launching several initiatives and introducing innovative products and services to cater a larger target audience during the pandemic. Major market participants include General Electric Co., Koninklijke Philips NV, LG Electronics Inc., Logitech International SA, Panasonic Corp., Remote Solution Co. Ltd., Robert Bosch GmbH, SMK Corp., Universal Electronics Inc., and VOXX International Corp. Technavio's custom research reports offer detailed insights on the impact of COVID-19 at an industry level, a regional level, and subsequent supply chain operations. This customized report will also help clients keep up with new product launches in direct & indirect COVID-19 related markets, upcoming vaccines and pipeline analysis, and significant developments in vendor operations and government regulations. Register for a free trial today and gain instant access to 17,000+ market research reports. Technavio's SUBSCRIPTION platform Table of Contents: Executive Summary Market Landscape Market Sizing Five Forces Analysis Market Segmentation by Application Market Segmentation by Type Customer landscape Geographic Landscape Drivers, Challenges, and Trends Vendor Landscape Vendor Analysis Appendix About Us Technavio is a leading global technology research and advisory company. Their research and analysis focuses on emerging market trends and provides actionable insights to help businesses identify market opportunities and develop effective strategies to optimize their market positions. With over 500 specialized analysts, Technavios report library consists of more than 17,000 reports and counting, covering 800 technologies, spanning across 50 countries. Their client base consists of enterprises of all sizes, including more than 100 Fortune 500 companies. This growing client base relies on Technavios comprehensive coverage, extensive research, and actionable market insights to identify opportunities in existing and potential markets and assess their competitive positions within changing market scenarios.

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LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Korn Ferry (NYSE:KFY) today announced that the firm will release financial results for the fiscal year 2021 third quarter (ended January 31, 2021) on Monday, February 22, 2021. A press release will be issued before the market opens on Monday, February 22, 2021, followed by a live webcast at 12:00 p.m. EST. The webcast will be hosted by Gary Burnison, Chief Executive Officer and Robert Rozek, Chief Financial Officer. What: Korn Ferry to Report Q3 FY2021 Earnings Investor Live Webcast Who: Gary Burnison, Chief Executive Officer Robert Rozek, Chief Financial Officer Gregg Kvochak, Senior Vice President, Investor Relations When: 12:00 p.m. EST, Monday, February 22, 2021 Where: Live audio webcast and accompanying slides will be available at the following site: https://ir.kornferry.com/events-and-presentations About Korn Ferry Korn Ferry is a global organizational consulting firm. We work with our clients to design optimal organization structures, roles, and responsibilities. We help them hire the right people and advise them on how to reward and motivate their workforce while developing professionals as they navigate and advance their careers.

Korn Ferry to Report Quarterly Earnings via Live Webcast on February 22, 2021

HAIFA, Israel, Oct. 7, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- proteanTecs, a leading developer of Deep Data solutions for electronics' health & performance monitoring, is expanding its market reach withnew business segment and geographical presence. In line with the recent announcement of their Growth Equity Round, the company is further developing their Automotive business and opening a new office in Asia-Pacific (APAC) to meet rapidly increasing market demand. Continue Reading proteanTecs realizes growth with new Automotive division and APAC office Industry veteran Gal Carmel will be joining the company as EVP, GM Automotive to drive value and long-term growth. Mr. Carmel previously served as Chief Technology and Production Engineering of Samsung Smart Machines, building from the ground-up Samsung's ADAS/AV technology, focusing on full-stack platforms for automated driving systems. Prior to that, he held key roles in some of the most innovative pillars of autonomous driving at Mobileye (acquired by Intel), a leading supplier of Advanced Driver Assist Systems (ADAS). "As cars become smarter, connected and the autonomy performance envelope increases," commented Mr. Carmel, "the content of electronics is increasing dramatically. In order to ensure the stringent safety and reliability requirements of critical functions, given the complexity of highly advanced systems, the industry needs much deeper visibility. proteanTecs is leading a transformative approach to provide predictive fault detection and fleet management tools, based on chip telemetry. I have no doubt this is the future of scale in automotive and I am looking forward to matching proteanTecs solutions with the needs of Tier 1 suppliers and OEMs." proteanTecs today serves some of the largest and most technologically advanced electronics companies across many industries, including Datacenter, Cloud Computing, Artificial Intelligence and Communications. "The additional investment in Automotive is a strategic development for the company," stated Shai Cohen, CEO. "The sector currently accounts for 9% of global semiconductor revenue, with electric cars set to take a global market share of 30% by 2030, and this percentage will only increase with time. Automotive electronics are in the midst of the next wave of innovation, and with the recent funding we are strongly positioned to deliver maximum value in this high-growth market."proteanTecs also announced further expansion with investment in the APAC region, opening an office in Hsinchu, Taiwan to provide local support to customers and increase strategic activities with key ecosystem partners across the semiconductor and electronics industries. Joining the company to lead the regional expansion is Mrs. Vivian Chou as Regional Director, Greater China. With 15 years of Sales and Executive Account Management experience in the semiconductor industry, Mrs. Chou brings vast business and technological expertise. Combining market strategy with deep ecosystem understanding, she has built successful business partnerships for some of the leading brands in the industry, including ANSYS and Synopsys. Keith Morton, EVP Worldwide Sales, said: "APAC is a fast-growing region for us, and we are fortunate to be expanding our footprint in this environment. With a local team in Taiwan, we will be able to offer an enhanced customer experience in the Greater China area. We look forward to providing localized support, partnering more closely, and deploying the most suitable resources proteanTecs has to offer."The company was founded in 2017 with headquarters in Israel and has since grown to include offices in two U.S. locations San Francisco and New Jersey; and four international locations Haifa, Israel, Tel-Aviv, Israel, Munich, Germany and the newly-opened office in Hsinchu, Taiwan.About proteanTecsproteanTecs develops revolutionary Universal Chip Telemetry for electronic systems throughout their entire lifecycle, increasing their performance and reliability. By applying machine learning to novel data created by on-chip Agents, proteanTecs provides meaningful insights and visibility unattainable until today, leading to new levels of quality, reliability and scale. Founded in 2017, the company is headquartered in Israel with offices in New Jersey, California, Germanyand Taiwan. For more information, visit: www.proteanTecs.com.Press ContactTamar Naishlos, Media Relations[emailprotected]SOURCE proteanTecs

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YOKNEAM, Israel, Jan. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- OrthoSpin Ltd. ("OrthoSpin"), announced today that it received regulatory clearance from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its second generation, robotic, digitally enabled external fixation system for orthopedic treatments. Continue Reading OrthoSpins FDA-cleared Generation 2 robotic system enables automation of external fixation orthopedic treatments (credit: OrthoSpin). External fixation devices are a common treatment choice for bone lengthening, setting complex fractures, and correcting deformities. Patient compliance challenges and a lack of real-time feedback for physician follow-up present substantial challenges. Currently, effective treatment necessitates that patients manually adjust fixation devices daily, requiring complicated patient training. This may cause adjustment errors and non-compliance, potentially resulting in poor clinical outcomes. The Company has completed initial clinical cases in the U.S. and Israel with the FDA-cleared OrthoSpin Generation 1 system which makes pre-programmed adjustments automatically without the need for patient involvement. Integrated software enables physicians to chart patient progress and, when required, immediately adjust treatment programs. The second-generation system represents a technological leap forward as it is more user friendly, covers all strut range sizes, and is lighter by 20%. "We are very excited to launch the Generation 2 OrthoSpin system," said Dr Assaf Dekel, Active Chairman of OrthoSpin. "We believe that robotic automation will revolutionize the hexapod bone deformity market and we are proud to play a part in this transformation." Future applications, such as the ability to follow and modify treatment plans via smart phones and cloud-based AI algorithms treatment plans based on computerized historical data, have the potential to play an increasingly prominent role in medicine and healthcare. The OrthoSpin G2 system is approved in Israel and-cleared for use in USA and can be used with the DePuy Synthes MAXFRAME Multi-Axial Correction System. About OrthoSpinOrthoSpin was founded in December 2014 to offer a new robotic, digitally enabled external fixation system for orthopedic treatments. OrthoSpin Ltd. is a portfolio company of The Trendlines Group Ltd. ("Trendlines") (SGX: 42T;OTCQX: TRNLY), traded on the Singapore Stock Exchange (SGX: 42T) and in the United States as an American Depositary Receipt (ADR) on the OTCQX International (OTCQX: TRNLY). For further information: Oren Cohen, CEO OrthoSpin [emailprotected] Phone +972-54-334-2651 SOURCE OrthoSpin

OrthoSpin Ltd. Receives FDA Regulatory Clearance for its G2 System USA - English USA - English

BEAVERTON, Ore., April 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Metro One Telecommunications, Inc. (OTCMKTS: WOWI) announced the closing of a $3.5 million financing and completion of its acquisition of Royal AppLtd. through its wholly owned Israeli subsidiary, Stratford Ltd. The financing was structured in the form of puttable Simple Agreements for Future Equity ("SAFE") from institutional investors and family offices. As previously announced Stratford received notification of approval from the Lod District Court inIsraelfor its winning bid to acquire certain assets, including intellectual property, of Royal App Ltd. out of insolvency proceedings for the equivalent of approximately $2.4 millionin cash as well as certain equity in Metro One. Metro One Chairman, Nani Maoz said, "We are very pleased that we have completed the financing for and acquisition of Royal App. This financing allows us not only to complete the transaction but also infuse working capital into Royal App. Royal App possesses a novel artificial intelligence technology that has received praise from its international customer base." Mr. Maoz continued, "The funds raised will also assist us in bringing our public filings current with the SEC and becoming a fully reporting company, a process which we have begun.We believe that the Royal App transaction provides Metro One with an exciting advanced technology business that will increase shareholdervalue." Royal App, based inIsrael, is the developer of Shelfy, awhite label, headless mobile commerce software platform, that helps retailers and fast-moving consumer goods companies become growth companies. The platform incorporates sophisticated artificial intelligence and machine learning in its algorithms to markedly improve online shopping metrics through mobile phones for large consumer retailers. Forward Looking Statements This press release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the federal securities laws, such as statements regarding the financing and the expected use of proceeds therefrom. The Company generally uses the words such as "might," "will," "may," "should," "estimates," "expects," "continues," "contemplates," "anticipates," "projects," "plans," "potential," "predicts," "intends," "believes," "forecasts," "future," "guidance," "targeted," "goal" and variations of such words or similar expressions in this press release and any attachment to identify forward-looking statements. All statements, other than statements of historical facts included in this press release, including statements concerning plans, objectives, goals, expectations, beliefs, business strategies, future events, business conditions, results of operations, financial position, business outlook, earnings guidance, business trends and other information are forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements are not historical facts, and are based upon current expectations, estimates and projections, and various assumptions, many of which, by their nature, are inherently uncertain and beyond management's control. All expectations, beliefs, estimates and projections are expressed in good faith and the Company believes there is a reasonable basis for them. However, there can be no assurance that management's expectations, beliefs, estimates and projections will result or be achieved and actual results may vary materially from what is expressed in or indicated by the forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks, uncertainties and other important factors, many of which are beyond management's control, which could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements contained in this press release, including among others: COVID-19 and its impact on the business of the Company and the bankruptcy process in Israel. Although the Company believes that these statements are based upon reasonable assumptions, it cannot guarantee future results and readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which reflect management's opinions only as of the date of this press release. There can be no assurance that (i) the Company has correctly measured or identified all of the factors affecting its business or the extent of these factors' likely impact, (ii) the available information with respect to these factors on which such analysis is based is complete or accurate, (iii) such analysis is correct or (iv) the Company's strategy, which is based in part on this analysis, will be successful. Except as required by law, the Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements to reflect new information or events or circumstances that occur after the date of this press release or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events or otherwise. Contact InformationMetro-One Telecommunications, Inc. Jacqueline Danforth403-693-8004 SOURCE Metro One Telecommunications Inc.

Metro One Announces Closing of $3.5 Million Financing and Completion of Acquisition of Royal App

DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Tunable Diode Laser Analyzer (TDLA) Market by Methodology (In-Situ and Extractive), Gas Analyzer Type (Oxygen,, Ammonia, COX, Moisture, CxHx, HX), Industry (Oil & Gas, Cement, Power), and Geography - Global Forecast to 2025" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The tunable diode laser analyzer market size is expected to grow from USD 400 million in 2020 to USD 569 million by 2025, at a CAGR of 7.3% during the forecast period. The growth of the TDLA market is driven by factors, such as the increasing industrialization and growth & up-gradation of new power plants, increasing demand for boilers and DeNOx systems in varios industries, advanced features of TDLA and return on investment (RoI) on installation. Other major driving factors for TDLAadoption include growing process automation in various industries. Current and post COVID-19 growth prospects in the pharmaceuticals and healthcare industries are increasingly encouraging the use of TDLA products. "Oxygen analyzer to grow at a higher rate during the forecast period." The market for the oxygen analyzer is expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period owing to the rapid growth of industries. Additionally, oxygen-based gas analyzers provide reliable 02 concentration data to permit optimization of fuel consumption, increase combustion, improve process control, and reduce air pollution. These analyzers are used in combustion facilities such as incinerators and boilers (small-sized, medium-sized). In natural gas, measurement of O2 is done at the well head. Oxygen supports corrosion, and it interferes with downstream processes and may cause air leakage. Oxygen when combined with H2O, CO2, and H2S it forms carbonic acid or sulfuric acid which is corrosive in nature to carbon steel. As natural gas may contain H2O, CO2, and H2S at high concentrations, then the method of measurement has to be immune to those contaminants. It should also have a rapid response in order to help detect where leaks are coming from as soon as possible. "China is expected to hold the largest market size during the forecast period." UK is expected to lead the overall TDLA market in the coming years. Process industries such as chemical production and petroleum refining and public utilities, including electric power generation, are the leading industries in this country. In 2020, China held ~49% of the global TDL market in APAC. China is a global manufacturing hub and holds an immense potential for the TDLA market. The rapid growth of the TDLA market in China is largely accredited to the foundries based in the country, which form an integral part of the semiconductor chip manufacturing process. Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation (SMIC) (China) and Grace Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation (GSMC) (China) are among the topmost foundries in the world involved in wafer fabrication. Therefore, tunable diode laser technology has significant applications in the country' semiconductor industry. Major players profiled in this report are as follows: For more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/2400nd

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SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--MightySignal, a provider of mobile SDK intelligence, announced that they are now scanning iOS apps using the new M1 Mac mini. Previously, the company relied heavily on iPhones as part of a hardware stack that gathers data about the software development kits (SDKs) embedded in iOS apps. However, as the size of MightySignal's customer base increased, the phone-based tech lab encountered scanning bandwidth limitations. Starting this month, the M1 Mac mini will be the companys primary iOS app scanning device. CEO Ryan Buckley says, "The M1 machines will be able to handle about 80% of the iOS apps we need to scan for our many customers, which will greatly improve our output." MightySignal's comprehensive data offers insight into mobile user and developer trends in the app market, including the number of app downloads, user base size and monthly active users; app reviews; mobile advertising intelligence, such as ad frequency and creative design galleries; and installs or uninstalls of SDKs installed in Android and iOS apps. SDKs are often used to manage app functionality such as location tracking, ad attribution, monetization, user analytics, and more. Simply put, by passing as many apps as we can through the M1 Mac mini, there are a lot fewer parts, Buckley says. It's more centralized, which makes it easier to debug. And the processing power in a M1 Mac mini is a lot greater than it is on the phones. National publications have cited MightySignal data, including the presence and proliferation of location-tracking SDKs, in recent investigative reports. MightySignal's data is refreshed constantly and is served in several ways, including an API that can port raw data into other software platforms for further analysis. Journalists interested in accessing this data or learning more may contact Buckley directly at ryan@mightysignal.com.

MightySignal Upgrades Tech Stack to M1 Mac Mini

DUBLIN, March 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Enteral Feeding Formulas Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report by Product, by Flow Type, by Stage (Adult, Pediatric), by Indication, by End-user, by Region and Segment Forecasts, 2021-2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The global enteral feeding formulas market size is expected to reach USD 9.3 billion by 2028. The market is expected to expand at a CAGR of 5.9% from 2021 to 2028. The growing prevalence of chronic diseases such as cancer, stroke, multiple sclerosis, dementia, chronic liver disease, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and diabetes is projected to drive the demand for products that support patients with oral intake issues. In addition, the rise in preterm births is one of the significant factors boosting the demand for enteral feeding formulas to meet the nutritional requirements of newborns.Based on product, the standard formulas segment dominated the market and accounted for the largest revenue share of 54.0% in 2020. This high share is attributable to the availability of a vast variety of standard formulas coupled with increased demand for low-cost nutrient formulations. In addition, the demand with respect to standard tube feeds is significant among the volume-sensitive patients or the patients on fluid restrictions. Such conditions include renal failure, congestive heart failure, and Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone (SIADH).In 2020, based on flow type, the intermittent feeding flow type segment accounted for the highest revenue share in the market because intermittent feeding has shown better tolerance in patients as compared to bolus feeding. Moreover, this type of feeding does not require feeding pumps, which is helpful in allowing greater mobility in between the feedings. This is expected to increase its adoption among the hospital as well as homecare settings, thereby affirmatively impacting the segment growth.In 2020, based on stage, the adults' segment accounted for the highest revenue share of 88.4% in the market. The segment is projected to witness the fastest CAGR over the forecast period. The rising adoption of tube feeds in adults is one of the crucial factors driving the growth. In addition, the availability of large number of tube feeds or products for adults on a commercial level also contributes to the large share held by the segment. Glucerna, Osmolite, TwoCal, Vital, Promote, and Jevity are some of the popular brands by Abbott Nutrition for adults.Based on indications, other indications, followed by cancer care accounted for the largest share in terms of revenue in 2020. The increasing prevalence of cancer and other health conditions associated with cancer is likely to promote market growth. For instance, according to GLOBOCON 2020, there were around 19.3 million new cases of cancer worldwide in 2020. Europe accounted for about 23.4% of total cancer cases and Asia had the highest population suffering from cancer, which was about 60%.In 2020, based on end user, the homecare segment accounted for the highest revenue share in the market and this segment is projected to witness the fastest CAGR over the forecast period. The increasing number of patients that receive home enteral feeding due to growing awareness about complete and balanced nutrition is one of the key factors contributing to the growth of this segment. For instance, according to a recent survey conducted in the U.K., there were 187 patients on home enteral tube feeding out of the total 257 patients. This suggested that approximately 72% of patients were on home enteral tube feeding.North America dominated the market with a revenue share of 29.7% in 2020 owing to the growing burden of chronic diseases such as diabetes, cancer, and other neurological conditions. Furthermore, increasing preference for home-based enteral therapy has decreased the number of patient visits to hospitals and clinics. In addition, increasing malnutrition is expected to further boost the demand for enteral feeding formulas in this region.In addition, the rising number of COVID-19 cases in various geographies coupled with the large geriatric population, susceptible to various health conditions, are among the factors contributing to the growth of the market. For instance, according to an article published in Europe PMC in 2020, enteral nutrition is generally preferred over parenteral nutrition for COVID-19 patients admitted to the ICUs. In addition, it should be provided within 48 hours of admission. Hence, such instances signify increasing adoption of enteral feeding formulas during the pandemic.Enteral Feeding Formulas Market Report Highlights The market is anticipated to grow over the forecast period owing to the growing prevalence of chronic diseases and the rise in preterm births The standard formulas segment dominated the market in 2020, owing to the availability of a wide variety of standard formulas coupled with increased demand for low-cost nutrient formulations The intermittent feeding flow segment dominated the market in 2020, owing to better tolerance in patients shown by intermittent flow as compared to bolus feeding Adults accounted for the largest revenue share in the market in 2020 owing to the rising adoption of tube feeds in the adults and the availability of a large number of tube feeds or products for adults on the commercial level Other indications followed by cancer care accounted for the largest share in terms of revenue in 2020. The increasing prevalence of cancer and other health conditions associated with cancer is likely to promote market growth The homecare segment accounted for the highest revenue share in the market owing to the rising number of patients that receive home enteral feeding due to growing awareness about complete and balanced nutrition North America dominated the market with a revenue share of 29.7% in 2020 owing to the growing burden of chronic diseases such as diabetes, cancer, and other neurological conditions Market Dynamics Market Driver Analysis Rising Geriatric Population Growing prevalence of chronic diseases Shifting trend towards Consumption of disease specific formulas Growing demand for neonatal and preterm enteral feeding Market Restraint Analysis Lack of awareness amongst the medical community Improper categorization of clinical nutritions Industry Challenges Complications associated with small - bore connectors Risks associated with enteral feeding Global Enteral Feeding Formulas Market Analysis Tools Industry Analysis - Porter's PESTEL Analysis Major Deals & Strategic Alliances Analysis Mergers & Acquisitions Market Entry Strategies Product Recalls Impact of COVID-19 on Enteral Feeding Formulas Market Competitive Landscape Danone Nestle Nutrition Abbott Nutrition Mead Johnson & Company, LLC Fresenius Kabi AG Meiji Holdings Co., Ltd. Victus For more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/woyqg Media Contact: Research and Markets Laura Wood, Senior Manager [emailprotected] For E.S.T Office Hours Call +1-917-300-0470 For U.S./CAN Toll Free Call +1-800-526-8630 For GMT Office Hours Call +353-1-416-8900 U.S. Fax: 646-607-1907 Fax (outside U.S.): +353-1-481-1716 SOURCE Research and Markets Related Links http://www.researchandmarkets.com

Global $9.3 Billion Enteral Feeding Formulas Market to 2028: Shifting Trend Towards Consumption of Disease Specific Formulas & Growing Demand for Neonatal and Preterm Enteral Feeding

LOS ANGELES, June 18, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Healthfully, an enterprise healthcare solutions company, announced today the release of a version of its recently introduced COVID-19 employer back-to-work solution designed specifically for educational institutions. Called Healthfully @ Work, the solution, developed in conjunction with Flagler Health+, helps create a safe environment for everyone to return to campus through an intelligent combination of management tools, easy-to-use apps, and access to health services. The technology supports colleges and universities in administering testing, tracking results and status, obtaining online care, delivering prevention education, and connecting students and staff to virtual support groups. Continue Reading Healthfully, Inc. Healthfully @ Work utilizes the company's core digital health experience platform that simplifies the healthcare journey for all involved. It features secure web and mobile applications and can be integrated with electronic health records and other systems. Colleges can use Healthfully @ Work in conjunction with their on-site healthcare infrastructure or with the local health system and provider partners. The back-to-school offering consists of two essential components: Employer Dashboard.Data feeds from the Healthfully app and providers/labs permit monitoring of: Student/staff compliance with screening, physician visits, testing, and isolation COVID-19 health status of each individual Exposure assessment by location and proximity Healthfully @ Work App.Employees and students use a convenient app to access a range of COVID-19 resources, including: Self-screening and attestation Alerts and notifications COVID-19 education Telehealth visits Secure messaging "We've developed this comprehensive, affordable, easy-to-use tool to enable universities and colleges to manage the safe and effective return of staff and students," said Paul Viskovich, CEO, Healthfully. "The platform will help inspire confidence in the back-to-school program."Additional information, a new brochure, and ability to schedule a personal demonstration can all be found at https://www.healthfully.io/solutions/employer-back-to-work-solutionAbout HealthfullyHealthfully unifies access, support, and rewards to optimize consumer health. We provide enterprise organizations with a white-label, digital health experience platform to engage and empower consumers on their health and wellness journey. The platform blends compelling and valuable functions, intelligence, and content for patients, consumers, and communities, creating a great patient experience and helping achieve the goals of value-based care and population health management. www.healthfully.ioMedia Contact:Don FallatiMarketing914-833-9157[emailprotected]Related Imagesimage1.png SOURCE Healthfully, Inc.

Healthfully Releases COVID-19 Back-to-School Solution

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kroll Bond Rating Agency (KBRA) assigns ratings to 15 classes from L Street Securities Trust 2020-PMT1 (LSS 2020-PMT1), a credit risk sharing transaction with a total note offering of $1,700,000,000. LSS 2020-PMT1 features credit exposure to Reference Obligations with original loan-to-value (LTV) ratios greater than 60% but less than or equal to 97%. The Offered Notes will be governed in part by the Collateral Administration Agreement (CAA) and the Capital Contribution Agreement (CCA) between the Issuer (credit protection seller) and Fannie Mae (credit protection buyer). The CAA and the CCA represent unsecured contractual obligations of Fannie Mae. The LSS 2020-PMT1 Reference Pool consists of 153,050 residential mortgage loans with an outstanding principal balance of approximately $43.6 billion as of the Cut-Off Date. The Reference Obligations are fully documented, fully amortizing, primarily 30-year fixed-rate mortgages (FRMs) of prime quality. The borrowers in the LSS 2020-PMT1 Reference Pool have a non-zero WA (NZWA) original credit score of 758 and a NZWA debt-to-income (DTI) ratio of 35.2%. Fannie Mae has been actively working with its sellers and servicers to help borrowers who have been affected by and experienced hardships due to COVID-19, and this pool is notable for having 6.9% loans currently in forbearance plans. Any resulting losses from COVID-related forbearance plans are specifically noted as being included as Modification Events for which investors can expect to bear related losses. It should be noted that errors or lags in servicer reporting for the Reference Obligations may result in forbearance statuses that differ from the statuses provided as of the cut-off date. As the effects of the pandemic are still evolving and have already caused a contraction in the economy, it is likely that some borrowers can be expected to be placed into forbearance plans in the future. KBRAs rating approach incorporated loan-level analysis of the mortgage pool through its Residential Mortgage Default and Loss Model, an examination of the results from third-party loan file due diligence, cash flow modeling analysis of the transactions payment structure, reviews of key transaction parties, and an assessment of the transactions legal structure and documentation. This analysis is further described in our U.S. RMBS Rating Methodology. Click here to view the report. To access ratings and relevant documents, click here. Related Publications Disclosures Further information on key credit considerations, sensitivity analyses that consider what factors can affect these credit ratings and how they could lead to an upgrade or a downgrade, and ESG factors (where they are a key driver behind the change to the credit rating or rating outlook) can be found in the full rating report referenced above. A description of all substantially material sources that were used to prepare the credit rating and information on the methodology(ies) (inclusive of any material models and sensitivity analyses of the relevant key rating assumptions, as applicable) used in determining the credit rating is available in the U.S. Information Disclosure Form located here. Information on the meaning of each rating category can be located here. Further disclosures relating to this rating action are available in the U.S. Information Disclosure Form referenced above. Additional information regarding KBRA policies, methodologies, rating scales and disclosures are available at www.kbra.com. About KBRA KBRA is a full-service credit rating agency registered as an NRSRO with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. In addition, KBRA is designated as a designated rating organization by the Ontario Securities Commission for issuers of asset-backed securities to file a short form prospectus or shelf prospectus. KBRA is also recognized by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners as a Credit Rating Provider and is a certified Credit Rating Agency (CRA) with the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA). Kroll Bond Rating Agency Europe is registered with ESMA as a CRA.

KBRA Assigns Ratings to L Street Securities Trust 2020-PMT1

NEW YORK, May 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Sony/ATV Music Publishing announced it has signed hit indie-pop singer/songwriter BENEE to a worldwide publishing deal. Stella Bennett, aka, BENEE, hails from New Zealand and recently gained fame with her hit single "Supalonely". The powerfully emotional song has been adopted by fans around the world as a quarantine anthem, and currently sits at #10 on the Spotify Global charts with over 131 million streams and at #20 on the U.S. Top 40 charts. BENEE's virtual signing with Sony/ATV Music Publishing. Sony/ATV Chairman & CEO Jon Platt said, "BENEE is a gifted young songwriter and artist, who has proven how powerful music can be as a unifier and healer. We are happy to welcome her to the Sony/ATV family as she continues to elevate her career and influence." Samantha Reas, Director of A&R at Sony/ATV stated, "BENEE is an absolute force to be reckoned with. I couldn't be more excited to work with such a special songwriter, artist, and human it's only the beginning." BENEE said, "This past year has been insane journey for me, and I'm so happy to have added Sam, Jon and the worldwide team at Sony/ATV to my crew. I'm excited to be working with all of them, they totally understand me as an artist I think we're going to do awesome things together!"Recently, BENEE signed with Republic Records and released her debut EP FIRE ON MARZZ in June 2019, featuring hits including "Soaked", "Glitter" and "Evil Spider". Soon after achieving success on FIRE ON MARZZ, she released a second EP in November 2019, entitled STELLA & STEVE, which featured artists including Gus Dapperton and Jack Berry, and claimed a spot on the Billboard 200 chart.BENEE has earned numerous awards for her songwriting over the last year. She won four NZ Music Awards in 2019, taking home prizes for Best Single for "Soaked", Best Solo Artist, and Best Pop Artist & Breakthrough Artist. Additionally, three of her singles earned spots in the Australia's Triple J Hottest 100 for the best songs of 2019 in January, with "Glitter" at #19, "Find An Island" at #25, and "Evil Spider" at #52.SOURCE Sony/ATV Related Links sonyatv.com

Sony/ATV Music Publishing Signs BENEE to Worldwide Publishing Deal

WASHINGTON, June 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- NASA has selected 409 technology proposalsfor the first phase of funding from the agency's Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) program. The contracts will provide approximately $51 million to 312 small businesses in 44 states and Washington, D.C. "NASA depends on America's small businesses for innovative technology development that helps us achieve our wide variety of missions," said Jim Reuter, associate administrator for NASA's Space Technology Mission Directorate in Washington. "Whether we're landing Artemisastronauts on the Moon, sending rovers to Mars, or developing next-generation aircraft our small business partners play an important role." More than 100 of the selected companies will be first-time recipients of a NASA SBIR or STTR contract. Additionally, 27% of the small businesses are from underrepresented groups, including minority and women-owned businesses. Companies will receive up to $125,000 for each of the Phase I selections.SBIR awards are made to only a small business, while STTR awards are made to a small business in partnership with anon-profit research institution. The selected proposals represent a range of technologies that aim to benefit human exploration, including NASA's Artemisprogram, as well as science, technology, and aeronautics. Many of the innovations also have potential applications on Earth. The following are among the selections. Opterus Research and Development in Fort Collins, Colorado, was selected for an SBIR award to develop high-power solar arrays to provide power on the Moon, Mars, and onboard spacecraft. Architecture Technology Corporation in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, was selected for an SBIR contract to advance a safe and efficient air traffic control system for urban transportation systems in the sky. The system could help cities plan for commercial air taxi services. CU Aerospace in Champaign, Illinois, was selected for an SBIR award to develop a compact sterilizer for use on spacecraft materials and throughout the medical industry, including personal protective equipment. Paragon Space Development Corporation in Tucson, Arizona, was selected for an SBIR award to mature a system to collect and purify water found on the Moon. The research and development could inform how to generate products with local materials in space. Aegis Technology in Santa Ana, California, was selected for an STTR award in partnership with Cornell University to develop low cost lithium-ion batteries with more desirable performance, including longer lifespans. The batteries could benefit hybrid electric or all-electric power generation. Phase I awards are made to small businesses to establish the merit and feasibility of their innovations. Phase I SBIR contracts last for six months and Phase I STTR contracts last for 13 months. Based on their progress during Phase I, companies may submit proposals to subsequent SBIR/STTR opportunities and receive additional funding. "A Phase I award is just the first step in helping these small businesses bring their technologies and ideas to market," said NASA SBIR/STTR Program Executive Jenn Gustetic. "We know these companies not only need funding, but business guidance and industry expertise to help them develop better products and grow. Our program aims to help each of them in their journeys to commercialization." The structure of NASA's SBIR/STTR program allows the agency to continuously invest in small businesses as their technologies reach different maturity stages. Phase II contracts support prototyping. The program also fosters rapid development and integration into the commercial marketplace and NASA missions through post-Phase II opportunities. NASA plans to select and award multimillion-dollar sequential Phase II contracts to some companies with previous Phase II contracts. These upcoming awards will further mature a range of technologies related to the sustainable exploration of the Moon, the Artemis program, and America's broader Moon to Mars objectives. NASA's SBIR/STTR program is part of the agency's Space Technology Mission Directorate and is managed by NASA's Ames Research Center in California's Silicon Valley. The program encourages small businesses to develop innovative ideas that meet the federal government's specific research and development needs with the potential for commercialization. To view the NASA SBIR 2020 Phase I selections, visit: https://sbir.nasa.gov/prg_selection/node/63001 To view the NASA STTR 2020 Phase I selections, visit: https://sbir.nasa.gov/prg_selection/node/63002 FormoreinformationaboutNASA'sinvestmentinspacetechnology, visit: https://www.nasa.gov/spacetech SOURCE NASA Related Links https://www.nasa.gov

NASA Invests $51 Million in Innovative Ideas from US Small Businesses

OSLO, Norway, March 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Nordic Nanovector ASA (OSE: NANOV) announces the appointment of Peter L. Braun as Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Hewill take up the position on 6 April 2021 and will be based in the company's office in Zug, Switzerland. Mr Braun is an experienced and entrepreneurial pharmaceutical leader, with extensive commercialisation experience with innovative oncology products and deep knowledge of pharmaceutical markets worldwide from a career spanning nearly 30 years at Hoffmann-La-Roche ("Roche"). During his career at Roche, Mr Braun led the Lifecycle Management teams for the successful targeted cancer therapies Herceptin (trastuzumab) and Tarceva (erlotinib). Mr Braun has also held various operational leadership positions including being country general manager and multiple commercial roles in Europe, US and Latin America. He has developed expertise across multiple strategic and operational roles including development, manufacturing, business development and market access for innovative therapeutic products in several geographies and other therapeutic areas, including rare diseases and infectious diseases. In addition to his experience at Roche, Mr Braun has also held roles at an artificial intelligence (AI)-driven life sciences start-up and as strategy consultant to emerging healthcare companies. Jan H. Egberts, Chairman of Nordic Nanovector's Board of Directors, said: "I am delighted that Peter has agreed to join us at this important time for Nordic Nanovector. Our aim was to leverage on our important recent progress by recruiting a strong commercial CEO who can refine and drive the company's plans towards the regulatory filing and commercialisation of Betalutin. We are confident that, with Peter's track record in and enthusiasm for the development and commercialisation of innovative targeted oncology products, we can build on the top-line data from the PARADIGME trial expected later in the year by clearly defining our plans for Betalutin's commercialisation. These are key steps on our path to becoming a leader in targeted radiopharmaceuticals." "I would like to take this opportunity to thank Lars Nieba for his leadership of the company during the last 12 months as Interim CEO. His dedication and efforts have contributed to the considerable progress Nordic Nanovector has made in this time." Mr Braun added: "I am looking forward to this exciting new role as the CEO of Nordic Nanovector. It is clear that targeted cancer therapeutics represent an important treatment modality and well tolerated, targeted radiopharmaceuticals, such as Betalutin, can make a real difference to patients. I look forward to working closely with the Board and the leadership team to bring this innovative drug to NHL patients worldwide." When joining Nordic Nanovector, Mr Braun will be granted 350,000 PSUs (performance share units) as part of the company's annual grant of PSUs in the first quarter of 2021. For further information about the PSUs and the related warrants, see page 28 in the company's annual report for 2019. For further information, please contact: IR enquiries Malene Brondberg, CFOCell: +44 7561 431 762Email:[emailprotected] Media Enquiries Mark Swallow/Frazer Hall/David Dible (Citigate Dewe Rogerson)Tel: +44 203 926 8535Email:[emailprotected] About Nordic Nanovector: Nordic Nanovector is committed to develop and deliver innovative therapies to patients to address major unmet medical needs and advance cancer care. The Company aspires to become a leader in the development of targeted therapies for haematological cancers. Nordic Nanovector's lead clinical-stage candidate is Betalutin, a novel CD37-targeting antibody-radionuclide-conjugate designed to advance the treatment of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (NHL). NHL is an indication with substantial unmet medical need, representing a growing market forecast to be worth nearly USD 26 billion by 2028. Nordic Nanovector retains global marketing rights to Betalutin and intends to actively participate in the commercialisation of Betalutin in the US and other major markets. Further information can be found atwww.nordicnanovector.com. This information is considered to be inside information pursuant to the EU Market Abuse Regulation and is subject to the disclosure requirements pursuant to Section 5-12 the Norwegian Securities Trading Act. This stock exchange announcement was published by Malene Brondberg, Chief Financial Officer at Nordic Nanovector ASA, on 17 March 2021 at 2355 CET. CONTACT: This information was brought to you by Cision http://news.cision.com https://news.cision.com/nordic-nanovector/r/nordic-nanovector-appoints-experienced-pharmaceutical-company-leader-peter-l--braun-as-chief-executi,c3308753 SOURCE Nordic Nanovector

Nordic Nanovector Appoints Experienced Pharmaceutical Company Leader Peter L. Braun as Chief Executive Officer

DENVER, March 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Beanstalk, a Denver-based interactive educational pre-school children's content company, announced today that it will be offering free membership during the Coronavirus outbreak. "As preschools, libraries, family and recreation centers close and parents find themselves home with their kids, we want to let every parent of young children know we are here as a resource," noted Beanstalk Founder and mom, Amy Molk. "Our mission isto create a healthy form of screen time bypulling kids out of the screen todo real world physical activities that are educational, interactive and fun." Beanstalk hopes to reach families in need and bring some light to their lives during these challenging times. Beanstalk's core audience is children ages 1.5 - 6 years old and has almost 1,000 members to date and steadily growing.There are a variety of classes to choose from, including live and on demand content. From art, to storytime, STEM, music, how to make bubbles and more - there is a variety of content for all pre-school age children. "As the way we learn and interact evolves through the digital age, we want to support families with real, interactive tools for their children," noted Soleil Kohl, a teacher from Beanstalk. "Whether you are homeschooling, traveling or in a situation with rapidly growing nationwide school closures, as teachers at Beanstalk - we want to help kids engage and learn online in new ways." "I am excited about the new pathways being created by Beanstalk for young children to learn and expand their horizons," Mentor, Daniel Feld, SVP of Investment Operations at Techstars. "This is just one way we want to support families growth and development." To learn more or activate a membership, visit the company's websitebeanstalk.co and find out more by watching the company's latest video. About Beanstalk InteractiveBeanstalk.cois a platform for live and on-demand interactive kids edutainment, from home. Beanstalk's core audience is children ages 1.5-6 years old and their mission is to inspire curiosity. Beanstalkis currently in the Boulder TechStars Accelerator program. Beanstalk ContactAmy Molk, Founder and CEO[emailprotected] 303-941-3205 Media ContactRobin Olsen, Honey Communications[emailprotected] 720-891-8870 SOURCE Beanstalk Interactive Related Links https://beanstalk.co/

Free Online Education for Pre-school Children Across the Nation Colorado Company Waives Fees Throughout the Virus Crisis

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed on behalf of persons and entities that purchased or otherwise acquired XL Fleet Corp. (XL Fleet or the Company) (NYSE: XL) securities between October 2, 2021 and March 2, 2021, inclusive (the Class Period). XL Fleet investors have until May 7, 2021 to file a lead plaintiff motion. If you are a shareholder who suffered a loss, click here to participate. On March 3, 2021, Muddy Waters Research published a report entitled XL Fleet Corp. (NYSE: XL): More SPAC Trash, alleging, among other things, that salespeople were pressured to inflate their sales pipelines materially in order to mislead XLs board and investors and that customer reorder rates are in reality quite low due to poor performance and regulatory issues. Citing interviews with former employees, the report alleged that at least 18 of 33 customers XL featured were inactive. Muddy Waters also claimed that XL has weak technology and that XLs announcement of future class 7-8 upfits seems highly promotional because the task is too technologically complex for XL engineers to deliver on the promised timeline. On this news, the Companys stock price fell $2.09, or 13%, to close at $13.86 per share on March 3, 2021, on unusually heavy trading volume. The share price continued to decline by $2.69, or 19.4%, over two consecutive trading sessions to close at $11.17 per share on March 5, 2021, on unusually heavy trading volume. The complaint filed in this class action alleges that throughout the Class Period, Defendants made materially false and/or misleading statements, as well as failed to disclose material adverse facts about the Companys business, operations, and prospects. Specifically, Defendants failed to disclose to investors: (1) that XL Fleets salespeople were pressured to inflate their sales pipelines to boost the Companys reported sales and backlog; (2) that at least 18 of the 33 customers that XL featured were inactive and had not placed an order since 2019; (3) that XLs technology had been materially overstated and offered only 5% to 10% of fleet savings; (4) that XL lacks the supply chain and engineers to roll out new products on the announced timelines; and (5) that, as a result of the foregoing, Defendants positive statements about the Companys business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis. Follow us for updates on Twitter: twitter.com/FRC_LAW. If you purchased XL Fleet securities during the Class Period, you may move the Court no later than May 7, 2021 to ask the Court to appoint you as lead plaintiff. To be a member of the Class you need not take any action at this time; you may retain counsel of your choice or take no action and remain an absent member of the Class. If you purchased XL Fleet securities, have information or would like to learn more about these claims, or have any questions concerning this announcement or your rights or interests with respect to these matters, please contact Frank R. Cruz, of The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz, 1999 Avenue of the Stars, Suite 1100, Los Angeles, California 90067 at 310-914-5007, by email to info@frankcruzlaw.com, or visit our website at www.frankcruzlaw.com. If you inquire by email please include your mailing address, telephone number, and number of shares purchased. This press release may be considered Attorney Advertising in some jurisdictions under the applicable law and ethical rules.

The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz Announces the Filing of a Securities Class Action on Behalf of XL Fleet Corp. (XL) Investors

DUBLIN, May 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The "France Data Center Market - Investment Analysis and Growth Opportunities 2020-2025" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. In-depth Analysis and Data-driven Insights on the Impact of COVID-19 Included in this France Data Center Market ReportFrance data center market size to grow at a CAGR of over 4% during the period 2020-2025.Equinix, Interxion, Orange, Mipih, Colt DCS, Digital Realty and Atos are the prominent investors in the market. The rapid spread of the COVID-19 pandemic has significantly increased the data traffic since March 2020. To provide high availability services, operators are taking precaution measures for their on-site employees. Data center operators have also taken measures to manage the available workforce and monitor their existing facilities without any service disruption. The Impact of the coronavirus on data center construction market is expected to be moderate in France.In 2019, the cloud computing market in France was estimated at over $10 billion. The SaaS segment is expected to dominate the market, with more than 50% of the total cloud services share in France. The French government intends to empower regional software companies to support local cloud solutions. General data protection regulation (GDPR) and CNIL ensure protective legal framework for data. The implementation of regulations is likely to prompt cloud service providers to store personal data within the country. It has started cooperating with companies such as Dassault Systems and cloud company OVH.Moreover, the French government has launched several initiatives to boost digitization and promote SMEs for developing a vibrant start-up ecosystem. In 2020, the government announced around $4 billion for supporting and helping startups.Report Scope An assessment of the data center investment in the market by colocation, hyperscale, and enterprise operators Exhaustive insights of the impact of the COVID-19 on the data center market in France Investments in terms of area (square feet) and power capacity (MW) in major cities in the country Colocation Data Center market in France Retail & Wholesale Colocation Pricing in France A detailed study of the existing market landscape, an in-depth industry analysis. Also provides insightful predictions about the size of the France data center market during the forecast period Segmentation of the data center market in France into multiple segments and sub-segments with market sizing and forecast A comprehensive analysis of the latest market trends, potential opportunities. Growth restraints and future market prospects for the data centers in France market Presence of prominent investors, construction contractors, and infrastructure vendors A transparent market research methodology and the analysis of the demand and supply aspect of the market Key Highlights The renewable electricity generation is likely to grow and accounts for more than 35% of the total electricity generated during the forecast period. With the growth in 5G services, the need for edge computing is likely to witness an increase in its adoption. Currently, there are around 17% of edge computing applications used for only highly critical processes in France. The IoT data processing is expected to develop new opportunities for data center providers. IoT will bring applications and workloads that demand near real-time responsiveness, which will promote deployment of edge data centers. The government has implemented tax breaks to increase data center investment, for example, the reduction of TICFE (Internal tax on final electricity consumption) from $24/MWh to $12/MWh. In 2019, renewable resources had more than 21% share in the total consumption of the electricity. Also, the government is utilizing solar to increase more power. In 2019, France added a cumulative power of more than 9,000 MW. The government approved more than 250 projects related to wind and solar power generation with capacity of nearly 2 GW. Key Topics Covered 1. Market Snapshot2. Impact of COVID-193. List of Datacenter Investment in France4. Investment Opportunities in France5. Investment by Area6. Investment by Power Capacity7. Colocation Market8. Market Dynamics9. France Data Center Market by IT Infrastructure10. France Data Center Market by Electrical Infrastructure11. France Data Center Market by Mechanical Infrastructure12. France Data Center Market by Cooling Systems13. France Data Center Market by General Construction14. France Data Center Market by Tier Standards15. France Data Center Market by Geography16. Key Market Participants Atos Arista Broadcom Hewlett Packard Enterprise Cisco Huawei NetApp Dell Technologies IBM Lenovo Bouygues Energies & Services Eiffage TPF Ingnierie Cap Ingelec Artelia Group APL Data Center Etix Everywhere For more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/u804hu Research and Markets also offers Custom Research services providing focused, comprehensive and tailored research. Media Contact: Research and Markets Laura Wood, Senior Manager [emailprotected] For E.S.T Office Hours Call +1-917-300-0470 For U.S./CAN Toll Free Call +1-800-526-8630 For GMT Office Hours Call +353-1-416-8900 U.S. Fax: 646-607-1907 Fax (outside U.S.): +353-1-481-1716 SOURCE Research and Markets Related Links http://www.researchandmarkets.com

French Data Center Market by IT, Electrical & Mechanical Infrastructure; Cooling Systems; General Construction; Tier Standards and Geography - Forecast to 2025

SAN DIEGO, July 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Electronics Inc. has announced an updated version 1.01 for their Camera Remote Software Development Kit, expanding the functionality and versatility of the SDK for developers and integrators. Sony, the industry leader in both full-frame and mirrorless cameras, has released the SDK based on extensive interest in their camera lineup from commercial customers since this February, and has been further expanding the solution since its launch. The new SDK Version 1.01 allows for improved functionality with professional drone applications thanks to the addition of Linuxi compatibility. Additionally, the new software will increase remote control capabilities over camera settings. New functions, which are appealing to the workflow for a wide variety of professional and commercial industries including security, entertainment and many others, include: Ability to set Focus Magnifier Setting Utilize expanded Focus Area setting when using AF Area Positionii Zoom will be adjustable through Zoom Type Status, Zoom Scale, and Zoom Bar Information functions Operate detailed White Balance (WB) settings including: Custom WB, AutoWB (AWB) Lock, Biaxial Fine Tuning and Picture Effect. Control Media Format, Flash, and interval shooting Adjustable frame rate or file format for video shooting "The voice of our customers is critical to every aspect of our imaging business," said Neal Manowitz, Deputy President of Sony Imaging Products and Solutions Americas for Sony Electronics. "We will continue to evolve our SDK to meet the growing demands of our commercial clients, ultimately allowing them to capture, measure and create in ways they never could before." Rand Knight, Senior Advisor for Visual Intelligence, an industry-leading software and sensor technology company that utilizes drones to provide accurate geometric measurement data for bridges, towers and many other structures, said "The ability to leverage remote direct control of the Sony a7R IV has completely changed our business. The efficiencies that can be leveraged with the Linux-based SDK not only save time and processing power, but they allow for precise and repeatable results that can be employed for highly-accurate 3D models." Tabb Firchau, Founder and President of Freefly Systems, a leading designer and manufacturer of advanced camera movement systems for aerial cinematography, added "With SDK Version 1.01, the ability to remotely control all of these additional camera settings makes a huge difference to our filmmaking customers.From thousands of feet away, they can perfectly dial in their shot to match the look and feel of the project, minimizing stress and demands on post production." Support for Sony's SDK is also being expanded to Canada, due to launch fromJuly 16th. SDK Version 1.01 is available now and can be downloaded HERE. About Sony Electronics Inc.Sony Electronics is a subsidiary of Sony Corporation of America and an affiliate of Sony Corporation (Japan), one of the most comprehensive entertainment companies in the world, with a portfolio that encompasses electronics, music, motion pictures, mobile, gaming, robotics and financial services. Headquartered in San Diego, California, Sony Electronics is a leader in electronics for the consumer and professional markets. Operations include research and development, engineering, sales, marketing, distribution and customer service. Sony Electronics creates products that innovate and inspire generations, such as the award-winning Alpha Interchangeable Lens Cameras and revolutionary high-resolution audio products. Sony is also a leading manufacturer of end-to-end solutions from 4K professional broadcast and A/V equipment to industry leading 4K and 8K Ultra HD TVs. Visit http://www.sony.com/news for more information. Notes: i The new SDK Version 1.01 is compatible with 64bit (ARMv8) of Linux and will become compatible with 32bit (ARMv7) this summer. SDK is also conveniently compatible with Windows 8.1 / 10 systems.ii Excludes Tracking Autofocus* Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners. SOURCE Sony Electronics Inc. Related Links http://www.sony.com

Sony Electronics Announces Expanded Capability of Camera Remote Software Development Kit (SDK) for Third Party Developers New Version 1.01 Empowers Commercial Clients with Addition of Linux Operating System and New Remote Camera Control Functions

STOCKHOLM, Feb. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Elisa Automate, a business unit of PolystarOSIX ABand the leading supplier of Machine Learning / AI-based network automation solutions for Communications Service Providers (CSPs), has been selected by Transtema Network Services, a leading managed service provider of communication networks in Sweden, to enable new automation capabilities. Under the agreement, Elisa Automate will deliver and integrate its Virtual NOCautomation solution with Transtema's 24/7 network operations centre. The automation of the Network Operation Centres (NOCs) has become critically important to CSPs, because it can accelerate fault resolution, enhance efficiency and deliver significant cost savings. Legacy, manually-intensive processes are no longer fit for purpose, as CSPs seek to operate and maintain networks that can support more agile service delivery. This agreement marks the beginning of a long-term partnership between the two companies, during which they will explore additional opportunities for collaboration. The first step in this journey is the comprehensive automation of Transtema's Fault Management Process with the deployment of the Virtual NOC. The Virtual NOC will be delivered through a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) model and will be hosted in Elisa's cloud environment. "We are delighted to work with Polystar and Elisa Automate on this project. An efficient NOC is fundamental to our business. The process automation Virtual NOC offers gives us new levels of autonomy and efficiency," said Magnus Eriksson, Managing Director of Transtema Network Services. "Polystar and Elisa Automate are helping us to unlock the new levels of agility we need to support efficient network operation, tuned to the needs of the next decade." The zero-touch automation of real-time Fault Management processes enabled by Elisa Automate delivers considerable benefits. It supports automatic network fault resolution and creates significant time savings, reducing the workload for experts in the first- and second-level operations team, allowing resources to be directed to more profitable activities. "We are truly excited to partner with Transtemaand support their current and future business objectives in being their innovative partner within the domain of Automation,"commented Kirsi Valtari, EVP of Elisa Automate. "We are looking forward to securing Zero-Touch Network Operations for Transtema and recognise that this is a critical milestone for them and their future growth ambitions." About Transtema Transtema is a company in the telecom industry that since 1997 has offered design, construction, operation and maintenance of communication networks as well as technical consulting services to telecom operators, city networks, municipalities, power companies and larger companies. Net sales in Transtema Group AB in 2019 were 1,497 MSEK (868). The number of employees in the group is about 1000.Transtema Group is listed on Nasdaq First North Growth Market with the ticker TRANS. For more information, please visit: www.transtema.com About Elisa Automate Elisa Automate delivers proven multivendor network automation solutions to reduce cost and improve the customer experience for CSPs. With Elisa Automate software, network processes can be fully automated, allowing engineering experts to focus on othervalue-creating tasks. With the use of Machine Learning and AIs, Elisa Automate brings advanced predictive analytics and preventive maintenance to the networks.Leading the way in efficiency, Elisa Automate solutions ensure that operators get maximal benefit out of their networks. Elisa Automate is a part of Polystar. For more information, please visitwww.elisaautomate.com,Elisa Automate LinkedIn Profileandwww.polystar.com About Polystar Polystar is a leading provider of real-time monitoring and analytics platforms to more than 100 CSPs worldwide. The company's solutions deliver tailored insights into network, service and OTT application performance. These insights allow stakeholders to enhance customer experience, operational efficiency, and identify new revenue streams from data monetisation. Polystar's products enable the smooth introduction of new technologies and services, including 5G, NFV and IoT, helping CSPs build and operate cost efficient, secure and reliable networks. Powered by Elisa Automate, Polystar also ensures proactive management of networks through automation of operational processes, driven by machine learning. CSPs benefit from faster fault resolution and more efficient use of both operational and network resources. Polystar was founded in Stockholm in 1983. The company has experienced continuous growth and has evolved to become a global company, serving customers and partners in over 50 countries. Since June 2019, Polystar has been part of Elisa Corporation. For more information, please visitwww.polystar.com,Polystar LinkedIn Profileandwww.elisaautomate.com, Media Contacts PolystarInna OttDirector of MarketingPhone: +46 8 50 600600Email:[emailprotected] Logo: https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/838657/Polystar_Logo.jpg SOURCE Polystar

Transtema Selects Polystar to Deliver Virtual NOC Automation Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) From Elisa Cloud

SAN JOSE, Calif., Dec.22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --With therecentpassage of thesecondCOVID-19 relief bill which included stimulus payments for individuals, PayPalHoldings, Inc. (NASDAQ: PYPL)has today announced thatcheck-cashingfees associated with the PayPal cash-a-check featureare being waivedfor government stimulus paper check recipients, enabling more customers to access their funds usually within minutes, from the safety of their own home, free of charge. Additionally, those customers who used the PayPal or Venmo Direct Deposit feature to receive a stimulus payment in the first round of stimulus payments earlier in 2020 willautomaticallyreceive their payment directly through PayPal or Venmoagain, if they're eligible for a second payment.TheIRShas advisedthat theoriginalDirectDepositdetails on file willagainbe utilized to issue this round of stimulus payments. "In the first wave of the government'sstimulus paymentsin April and May, we saw an incredible number of customers look to PayPal as a way to receive their stimulus payment quickly and securely, either through Direct Deposit or using the PayPal cash-a-check feature," said John Kunze,SeniorVicePresident ofBranded Experiences, PayPal."With the next round of payments to individuals coming soon,customers receiving a government-issuedpaperstimulus check over the coming weeks will be able to cash their check without visiting a physical check-cashing location, simply by taking a picture of the check within the apptoreceive the funds quickly and easily." Additionally,theusualfeesassociated with instantfunds accesswill now bewaived for all government-issued stimulus checks processed within the PayPal appusingthecash-a-check feature, so customers can accesstheirfundstypicallywithin minutes of cashing their check, without compromising their health andsafety.* Using PayPal's cash-a-check feature from the safety of your home The PayPal cash-a-check feature allows customers to cash checks and have them sent to aPayPal Cash Plus account.If they haven't already, customers can apply for a PayPal Cash Plus account within the app or online. Usingthe fast-accesscash-a-checkfeatureis simple customers in the US can take a picture of the check they want tocash, andsend it for review using the PayPal app on a mobile device, rather than visiting a physical check-cashing location. Reviewing a check for approval usually takes a few seconds, although it can take 3-5 minutes and in rare circumstances, up to an hour to verify enough check information to make an approval decision. If the check is approved, customers can have the money transferred to a PayPal Cash Plus account in minutes, with the fees associated with instant disbursement waived for all government-issued stimulus checks processed within the PayPal app. Step-by-step directions on using PayPal cash-a-checkcan be found here.Fees will be waived for a limited time only. Checks which aren't approved will not be processed and funds will not be received through PayPal. For best performance, customers should have the latest version of the PayPal app installed and running the latest operating system on their mobile device. About the PayPal cash-a-check feature: *Limited availability. Terms apply.For more details, visitwww.ingomoney.com/partners/paypal-terms-conditions.The cash-a-check feature is a service provided by First Century Bank, N.A. and Ingo Money, Inc., subject to the First Century Bank and Ingo Money Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy. Fees and terms apply. All checks subject to review for approval. Unapproved checks will not be funded to your account. Limited to Direct Deposit of a federal or state check, where permitted under applicable law. For up-to-date information from the IRS, visitwww.irs.gov/stimulus.Faster access to funds is based on comparison of traditional banking policies and deposit of paper checks from employers and government agencies, versus adding funds electronically using Direct Deposit. Direct Deposit and earlier availability of funds is subject to payer's support of the feature and timing of payer's funding. About PayPal PayPal has remained at the forefront of the digital payment revolution for more than 20 years. By leveraging technology to make financial services and commerce more convenient, affordable, and secure, the PayPal platform is empowering more than 350 million consumer and merchantsin more than 200 markets to join and thrive in the global economy. For more information, visitpaypal.com. Media Relations Contact Tom Hunter [emailprotected] SOURCE PayPal Holdings, Inc. Related Links http://www.paypal.com

PayPal Check-Cashing Fees Waived For Second Round Of Government-Issued Stimulus Checks

SAN FRANCISCO, May 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The Global Investor Conference will be held virtually on June 2, 2020, and focus on female-founded and female-led companies thriving amid COVID-19. Sixteen companies were chosen from hundreds of applicants, representing the best of today's startups that are thriving due to the pandemic.Identify and invest in the Unicorns of tomorrow presenting at this unique investor conference. Use code GIC2 for free admission - registration can be found here. Continue Reading Linqto Alongside presentations from companies will be VC experts and entrepreneurs discussing current trends and advice for investors and startups during the pandemic. Jesse Draper(Halogen Ventures) will be the distinguished fireside chat speaker discussing how women-owned businesses are responding to the COVID-19 outbreakThe expert panel will be discussing "why women leaders are outperforming during the crisis."Panelists include Alexandra Choli (Founding Partner at MetavallonVC), Mary Jo Potter (Founder of Healthcare Angels) and Victoria Pettibone (Managing Director at Astia Angels). "I am expecting the Global Investor Conference to be the highlight of my quarantine, along with the best destination to learn how the markets are doingand how entrepreneurs are going to build back up the economy after COVID-19," said Jesse Draper, fireside chat speaker. "Learn why now, more than ever, you should be investing in co-ed and diverse teams." Last month's event saw 363 registrations with representation from 18 countries. The agenda consisted of 14 presenting companies, 10 speakers, and an expert advisory panel that discussed "Investing During These Changing Times."The panel included investor luminaries Tim Draper (General Partner, Draper Network), Kelly Rodriques (CEO of Forge Global) and Bart Stephens (General Partner of Blockchain Capital). View the recording of the expert panel here. In addition, Greg Kidd, a strategic risk advisor at Linqto and early investor in Robinhood and Twitter, hosted a special fireside chat with Matthew Le Merle where he discussed topics including Robinhood and its recent announcement of raising a $280 million Series F led by Sequoia. View the recording of the fireside chat here.For information on presentation opportunities, sponsorship, and speaking opportunities, email Karim Nurani at [emailprotected]. About Linqto:Linqto is a technology-enabled online investment platform allowing Accredited Investors to identify, evaluate, invest and trade securities in the world's leading Unicorns. Linqto makes it simple, inexpensive and quick to access global private securities markets. Linqto provides liquidity for private securities markets. Founders, VCs, and employees can realize early returns and liquidity without waiting for an IPO or trade sale. Companies can stay private longer by providing liquidity on an on-going basis, not just at exit. Linqto's technology-enabled Investment Platform is democratizing the private market for Accredited Investors the way Schwab and Fidelity made listed equities trading accessible to investors.For more information, visit www.linqto.com.About Keiretsu Connect:Keiretsu Connect connects accredited investor members from 53 chapters across 26 countries on fourcontinents and allows them to view curated deals from all over the world. It allows investor members to see more deal flow and make informed investment decisions through the power of the Keiretsu Forum network. For more information, visit www.keiretsuconnect.com.Media Contact:Karim NuraniPhone: 617-610-6546Email: [emailprotected] Related Imagesglobal-investor-conference-on-6-2.png Global Investor Conference on 6/2/2020 Related LinksRegistration can be found here View the recording of the expert panel here SOURCE Linqto Related Links http://www.linqto.com

Linqto's Global Investor Conference Focuses on Female-Founded Businesses Thriving During COVID-19 The event will highlight female leaders in business and host a fireside chat with Jesse Draper of Halogen Ventures

WILMINGTON, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Air Transport Services Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATSG), the leading provider of medium wide-body aircraft leasing, contracted air transportation and related services, today reported consolidated financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2021. ATSG's first quarter 2021 results, as compared with the first quarter of 2020 include: Adjusted Earnings per Share, Adjusted Earnings from Continuing Operations and Adjusted EBITDA from Continuing Operations are non-GAAP financial measures and are defined in the non-GAAP reconciliation tables at the end of this release. Rich Corrado, president and chief executive officer of ATSG, said, "Leased cargo aircraft deliveries remained on a record pace in the first quarter, including four of the eleven additional Boeing 767s we will lease to and fly for Amazon this year. We also received word last week that the FAA has awarded a Supplemental Type Certificate for freighter conversion of Airbus A321-200 passenger aircraft under our joint venture with Precision. In March, we were pleased to learn that Amazon intends to express its continued confidence in ATSG by choosing to exercise ATSG warrants it holds to acquire 19.5 percent of our common shares, including a cash equity investment of $132 million that we expect to be completed this week. However, the incremental passenger flying we were awarded to move personnel in the early stages of the pandemic last year has not continued into 2021, and our ongoing combi and passenger flying assignments remain down. We continue to receive federal pandemic relief funds allocated to U.S. passenger airlines, which allows us to retain employees who support those operations. We anticipate an improving trend for our airline businesses, especially in the second half." Segment Results Cargo Aircraft Management (CAM) CAM First Quarter ($ in thousands) 2021 2020 Aircraft leasing and related revenues 88,229 78,609 Lease incentive amortization (4,952 ) (4,446 ) Total CAM revenues 83,277 74,163 Depreciation expense 46,995 43,047 Allocated interest expense 9,226 10,255 Segment earnings, pretax 21,462 15,820 Significant Developments: ACMI Services ACMI Services First Quarter ($ in thousands) 2021 2020 Revenues 247,131 284,165 Allocated interest expense 4,523 5,301 Segment earnings, inclusive of government grants, pretax 21,259 18,378 Significant Developments: Other Activities Other First Quarter ($ in thousands) 2021 2020 Total Revenues $ 93,698 $ 80,036 Revenues from external customers 68,162 58,380 Pretax Earnings (Loss) 389 53 Significant Developments: $200 Million Unsecured Debt Issuance In April, ATSG completed an add-on private offering of $200 million in aggregate principal amount of 4.750% senior notes due 2028. The new notes, which are in addition to $500 million in such notes that ATSG issued in January 2020, were issued at an offering price of 102.750 percent face amount, resulting in an equivalent yield of 3.96 percent. Proceeds from the offering will be used to reduce the revolving credit commitments under ATSGs Third Amended and Restated Credit Agreement. The offering will expand ATSG's borrowing capacity by replacing secured with unsecured debt. Outlook ATSG continues to expect its Adjusted EBITDA for 2021 to be at least $525 million, or six percent more than 2020 Adjusted EBITDA of $497 million. The 2021 forecast is based on the lease of at least sixteen more 767-300 freighter aircraft, and CMI flight operations for at least thirteen more 767 freighters in 2021. Rich Corrado noted that Wall Street's strong response to the $200 million in additional capital we raised last month, together with Amazon's strong expression of support via its warrant exercises, are testaments to the outstanding family of businesses we have assembled and their ability to deliver both great service and superior long-term performance. Our leasing business remains exceptionally strong, and is driving our cash-flow returns. Customer demand for our converted 767 freighters is driven by the growth in e-commerce shipping and shows no sign of abating. We now expect to lease at least ten more Boeing 767-300 freighter aircraft in 2022, and multiple customers are expressing interest in signing multi -unit freighter orders with us starting as late as 2025. "On the other hand, our passenger charter and combi operations are recovering at a slower pace than we had expected a few months ago, and margins for our airlines remain below our targets. We remain hopeful for a strong rebound in passenger operations late this year." ATSG's Adjusted EBITDA guidance for 2021 includes the costs of maintaining Omni Air's staffing levels, rates of pay, and benefits as required under its PSP agreements. But Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted Pretax Earnings and Adjusted EPS exclude $83 million in federal pandemic relief grants Omni Air expects to receive in 2021. ATSG's 2021 outlook also assumes extended costs for incremental measures to protect the health and safety of its employees, who continue to deliver superior customer service during the pandemic. ATSGs capital expenditures are still projected to be approximately $500 million in 2021, driven by costs to acquire, convert and lease more 767 freighters. ATSG now expects Amazon to complete the conversion of 14.9 million warrants for the purchase of ATSG common shares under both cashless and cash exercises through May 7, 2021. The exercises will result in Amazon paying ATSG $132 million for the purchase of 13.6 million ATSG shares, and together with the cashless exercise of other vested warrants will result in Amazon owning 19.5 percent of ATSGs outstanding common shares. Amazon still holds warrants for the purchase of an additional 21.8 million ATSG shares under other agreements. Non-GAAP Financial Measures This release, including the attached tables, contains non-GAAP financial measures that management uses to evaluate historical results and project future results. Management believes that these non-GAAP measures assist in highlighting operational trends, facilitate period-over-period comparisons, and provide additional clarity about events and trends affecting core operating performance. Disclosing these non-GAAP measures provides insight to investors about additional metrics that management uses to evaluate past performance and prospects for future performance. Non-GAAP measures are not a substitute for GAAP. The historical non-GAAP financial measures included in this release are reconciled to GAAP earnings in tables included later in this release. The Company does not provide a reconciliation of projected Adjusted EBITDA because it is unable to predict with reasonable accuracy the value of certain adjustments. Certain adjustments can be significantly impacted by the re-measurements of financial instruments including stock warrants issued to a customer. The Companys earnings on a GAAP basis and the non-GAAP adjustments for gains and losses resulting from the re-measurement of stock warrants, will depend on the future prices of ATSG stock, interest rates, and other assumptions which are highly uncertain. Conference Call ATSG will host an investor conference call on May 6, 2021, at 10 a.m. Eastern time to review its financial results for the first quarter of 2021. Participants should dial (800) 708-4540 and international participants should dial (847) 619-6397 ten minutes before the scheduled start of the call and ask for conference passcode 50155298. The call will also be webcast live (in listen-only mode) via a link at www.atsginc.com using the same passcode. The conference call also will be available on webcast replay via www.atsginc.com for 30 days. About ATSG ATSG is a leading provider of aircraft leasing and air cargo transportation and related services to domestic and foreign air carriers and other companies that outsource their air cargo lift requirements. ATSG, through its leasing and airline subsidiaries, is the world's largest owner and operator of converted Boeing 767 freighter aircraft. Through its principal subsidiaries, including three airlines with separate and distinct U.S. FAA Part 121 Air Carrier certificates, ATSG provides aircraft leasing, air cargo lift, passenger ACMI and charter services, aircraft maintenance services and airport ground services. ATSG's subsidiaries include ABX Air, Inc.; Airborne Global Solutions, Inc.; Airborne Maintenance and Engineering Services, Inc., including its subsidiary, Pemco World Air Services, Inc.; Air Transport International, Inc.; Cargo Aircraft Management, Inc.; and Omni Air International, LLC. For more information, please see www.atsginc.com. Except for historical information contained herein, the matters discussed in this release contain forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. A number of important factors could cause Air Transport Services Group's (ATSG's) actual results to differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements. These factors include, but are not limited to, (i) the following, which relate to the current COVID-19 pandemic and related economic downturn: the pandemic may continue for a longer period, or its impact on commercial and military passenger flying, may be more substantial than what we currently expect; disruptions to our workforce and staffing capability or in our ability to access airports and maintenance facilities; the impact on our customers' creditworthiness; the continuing ability of our vendors and third party service providers to maintain customary service levels; and the expected timing and benefits arising from government grants; and (ii) other factors that could impact the market demand for our assets and services, including our operating airlines' ability to maintain on-time service and control costs; the cost and timing with respect to which we are able to purchase and modify aircraft to a cargo configuration; fluctuations in ATSG's traded share price and in interest rates, which may result in mark-to-market charges on certain financial instruments; the number, timing and scheduled routes of our aircraft deployments to customers; our ability to remain in compliance with key agreements with customers, lenders and government agencies; changes in general economic and/or industry specific conditions; and other factors that are contained from time to time in ATSG's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including its annual report on Form 10-K and quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. Readers should carefully review this release and should not place undue reliance on ATSG's forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements were based on information, plans and estimates as of the date of this release. Except as may be required by applicable law, ATSG undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements to reflect changes in underlying assumptions or factors, new information, future events or other changes. AIR TRANSPORT SERVICES GROUP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF EARNINGS (In thousands, except per share data) Three Months Ended March 31, 2021 2020 REVENUES $ 376,088 $ 389,277 OPERATING EXPENSES Salaries, wages and benefits 142,016 125,531 Depreciation and amortization 71,051 69,342 Maintenance, materials and repairs 42,007 41,677 Fuel 30,442 43,799 Contracted ground and aviation services 14,803 14,349 Travel 18,404 21,657 Landing and ramp 3,109 2,745 Rent 5,868 3,486 Insurance 3,136 1,668 Other operating expenses 16,423 15,216 Government grants (28,030 ) 319,229 339,470 OPERATING INCOME 56,859 49,807 OTHER INCOME (EXPENSE) Interest income 19 112 Non-service component of retiree benefit credits (costs) 4,457 2,898 Net gain on financial instruments 9,472 107,044 Loss from non-consolidated affiliates (1,183 ) (2,764 ) Interest expense (14,522 ) (16,323 ) (1,757 ) 90,967 EARNINGS FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS BEFORE INCOME TAXES 55,102 140,774 INCOME TAX EXPENSE (12,812 ) (7,041 ) EARNINGS FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS 42,290 133,733 EARNINGS FROM DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS, NET OF TAX 3,772 NET EARNINGS $ 42,290 $ 137,505 EARNINGS PER SHARE - CONTINUING OPERATIONS Basic $ 0.71 $ 2.27 Diluted $ 0.49 $ 0.84 WEIGHTED AVERAGE SHARES - CONTINUING OPERATIONS Basic 59,447 59,040 Diluted 74,744 67,947 AIR TRANSPORT SERVICES GROUP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (In thousands, except share data) March 31, December 31, 2021 2020 ASSETS CURRENT ASSETS: Cash and cash equivalents $ 51,659 $ 39,719 Accounts receivable, net of allowance of $1,005 in 2021 and $997 in 2020 155,115 153,511 Inventory 43,051 40,410 Prepaid supplies and other 35,352 39,096 TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS 285,177 272,736 Property and equipment, net 1,987,082 1,939,776 Customer incentive 120,308 126,007 Goodwill and acquired intangibles 513,646 516,290 Operating lease assets 63,946 68,824 Other assets 77,554 78,112 TOTAL ASSETS $ 3,047,713 $ 3,001,745 LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS EQUITY CURRENT LIABILITIES: Accounts payable $ 146,112 $ 141,425 Accrued salaries, wages and benefits 46,157 56,506 Accrued expenses 17,505 19,005 Current portion of debt obligations 619 13,746 Current portion of lease obligations 16,781 17,784 Unearned revenue and grants 50,458 53,522 TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES 277,632 301,988 Long term debt 1,497,211 1,465,331 Stock warrant obligations 96,536 103,474 Post-retirement obligations 30,057 35,099 Long term lease obligations 47,317 51,128 Other liabilities 44,970 47,963 Deferred income taxes 154,252 141,265 STOCKHOLDERS EQUITY: Preferred stock, 20,000,000 shares authorized, including 75,000 Series A Junior Participating Preferred Stock Common stock, par value $0.01 per share; 150,000,000 shares authorized; 60,641,436 and 59,560,036 shares issued and outstanding in 2021 and 2020, respectively 606 596 Additional paid-in capital 856,090 855,547 Retained earnings 120,300 78,010 Accumulated other comprehensive loss (77,258 ) (78,656 ) TOTAL STOCKHOLDERS EQUITY 899,738 855,497 TOTAL LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS EQUITY $ 3,047,713 $ 3,001,745 AIR TRANSPORT SERVICES GROUP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES PRETAX EARNINGS AND ADJUSTED PRETAX EARNINGS SUMMARY FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS NON-GAAP RECONCILIATION (In thousands) Three Months Ended March 31, 2021 2020 Revenues CAM Aircraft leasing and related revenues $ 88,229 $ 78,609 Lease incentive amortization (4,952 ) (4,446 ) Total CAM 83,277 74,163 ACMI Services 247,131 284,165 Other Activities 93,698 80,036 Total Revenues 424,106 438,364 Eliminate internal revenues (48,018 ) (49,087 ) Customer Revenues $ 376,088 $ 389,277 Pretax Earnings (Loss) from Continuing Operations CAM, inclusive of interest expense 21,462 15,820 ACMI Services, inclusive of government grants and interest expense 21,259 18,378 Other Activities 389 53 Net, unallocated interest expense (754 ) (655 ) Non-service components of retiree benefit credit (costs) 4,457 2,898 Net gain on financial instruments 9,472 107,044 Loss from non-consolidated affiliates (1,183 ) (2,764 ) Earnings from Continuing Operations before Income Taxes (GAAP) $ 55,102 $ 140,774 Adjustments to Pretax Earnings Add customer incentive amortization 5,699 4,857 Less government grants (28,030 ) Add non-service components of retiree benefit (credits) costs (4,457 ) (2,898 ) Less net gain on financial instruments (9,472 ) (107,044 ) Add loss from non-consolidated affiliates 1,183 2,764 Adjusted Pretax Earnings (non-GAAP) $ 20,025 $ 38,453 Adjusted Pretax Earnings excludes certain items included in GAAP based pretax earnings (loss) from continuing operations because they are distinctly different in their predictability among periods or not closely related to our operations. Presenting this measure provides investors with a comparative metric of fundamental operations, while highlighting changes to certain items among periods. Adjusted Pretax Earnings should not be considered an alternative to Earnings from Continuing Operations Before Income Taxes or any other performance measure derived in accordance with GAAP. AIR TRANSPORT SERVICES GROUP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES ADJUSTED EARNINGS FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS BEFORE INTEREST, TAXES, DEPRECIATION AND AMORTIZATION NON-GAAP RECONCILIATION (In thousands) Three Months Ended March 31, 2021 2020 Earnings from Continuing Operations Before Income Taxes $ 55,102 $ 140,774 Interest Income (19 ) (112 ) Interest Expense 14,522 16,323 Depreciation and Amortization 71,051 69,342 EBITDA from Continuing Operations (non-GAAP) $ 140,656 $ 226,327 Add customer incentive amortization 5,699 4,857 Less government grants (28,030 ) Add non-service components of retiree benefit (credits) costs (4,457 ) (2,898 ) Less net gain on financial instruments (9,472 ) (107,044 ) Add loss from non-consolidated affiliates 1,183 2,764 Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP) $ 105,579 $ 124,006 Management uses Adjusted EBITDA to assess the performance of its operating results among periods. It is a metric that facilitates the comparison of financial results of underlying operations. Additionally, these non-GAAP adjustments are similar to the adjustments used by lenders in the Companys senior secured credit facility to assess financial performance and determine the cost of borrowed funds. The adjustments also remove the non-service cost components of retiree benefit plans because they are not closely related to ongoing operating activities. The adjustments also excluded the recognition of government grants from adjusted earnings to improve comparability between periods. Management presents EBITDA from Continuing Operations, a commonly referenced metric, as a subtotal toward computing Adjusted EBITDA. EBITDA from Continuing Operations is defined as Earnings (Loss) from Continuing Operations Before Income Taxes plus net interest expense, depreciation, and amortization expense. Adjusted EBITDA is defined as EBITDA from Continuing Operations less financial instrument revaluation gains or losses, non-service components of retiree benefit costs including pension plan settlements, amortization of warrant-based customer incentive costs recorded in revenue, recognition of government grants and costs from non-consolidated affiliates. Adjusted EBITDA and EBITDA from Continuing Operations are non-GAAP financial measures and should not be considered as alternatives to Earnings from Continuing Operations Before Income Taxes or any other performance measure derived in accordance with GAAP. Adjusted EBITDA and EBITDA from Continuing Operations should not be considered in isolation or as substitutes for analysis of the Company's results as reported under GAAP, or as alternative measures of liquidity. AIR TRANSPORT SERVICES GROUP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES ADJUSTED EARNINGS PER SHARE FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS NON-GAAP RECONCILIATION (In thousands) Management presents Adjusted Earnings and Adjusted Earnings Per Share from Continuing Operations, both non-GAAP measures, to provide additional information regarding earnings per share without the volatility otherwise caused by the items below. Management uses Adjusted Earnings and Adjusted Earnings Per Share from Continuing Operations to compare the performance of its operating results among periods. Three Months Ended March 31, 2021 March 31, 2020 $ $ Per Share $ $ Per Share Earnings from Continuing Operations - basic (GAAP) $ 42,290 $ 133,733 Gain from warrant revaluation, net tax1 (5,355 ) (76,361 ) Earnings from Continuing Operations - diluted (GAAP) 36,935 $ 0.49 57,372 $ 0.84 Adjustments, net of tax Customer incentive amortization2 4,398 0.06 3,748 0.06 Remove effects of government grants3 (21,633 ) (0.29 ) Non-service component of retiree benefits4 (3,440 ) (0.05 ) (2,237 ) (0.03 ) Derivative and warrant revaluation5 (1,956 ) (0.03 ) (31,697 ) (0.50 ) Loss from affiliates6 913 0.01 2,133 0.03 Adjusted Earnings from Continuing Operations (non-GAAP) $ 15,217 $ 0.19 $ 29,319 $ 0.40 Shares Shares Weighted Average Shares - diluted 74,744 67,947 Additional weighted average shares1 5,292 6,192 Adjusted Shares (non-GAAP) 80,036 74,139 Adjusted Earnings from Continuing Operations and Adjusted Earnings Per Share from Continuing Operations are non-GAAP financial measures and should not be considered as alternatives to Earnings from Continuing Operations, Weighted Average Shares - diluted or Earnings Per Share from Continuing Operations or any other performance measure derived in accordance with GAAP. Adjusted Earnings and Adjusted Earnings Per Share from Continuing Operations should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for analysis of the company's results as reported under GAAP. AIR TRANSPORT SERVICES GROUP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES AIRCRAFT FLEET Aircraft Types December 31, 2020 March 31, 2021 December 31, 2021 Projected Freighter Passenger Freighter Passenger Freighter Passenger B767-200 33 3 30 3 31 3 B767-300 52 10 55 9 66 9 B777-200 3 3 3 B757-200 1 B757 Combi 4 4 4 Total Aircraft in Service 86 20 85 19 97 19 B767-300 in or awaiting cargo conversion 8 9 9 B767-300 staging for lease 1 B767-200 staging for lease 3 2 Total Aircraft 94 20 98 19 108 19 Aircraft in Service Deployments December 31, March 31, December 31, 2020 2021 2021 Projected Dry leased without CMI 33 31 36 Dry leased with CMI 40 44 50 Customer provided for CMI 2 2 4 ACMI/Charter1 31 27 26

ATSG Reports First Quarter 2021 Results Fifteen More Boeing 767-300 Freighter Leases Since March 2020, including Five in 1Q 2021

WUHAN, China, June 23, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Mhome Group (000667.sz), a Chinese real estate developer headquartered in Wuhan, launched the "Spark Training Program", accelerating the career development of labourers in the prefabricated construction industry. The prefabrication industry is in its nascent stage in China and the demand for prefabrication construction is expected to increase on account of its unique offerings such as a substantial reduction construction time, cleaner and safer working environment, and low labor costs, especially in thecontext of aging populations. The recent launch of a series of favorable national and local policies to promote modular construction has led to a rise in demand for skilled labourers. This year demand was expanded further by the Chinese government's decision to add the title of Prefabricated Construction Labourer to the country's official occupation list. As an emerging occupation, it is essential that newly enrolled onsite staff have the skills and expertise to work safely on site. The six-month Spark Program will provide trainees with extensive training, and only those who pass both theoretical and practical tests will be permitted to work onsite. The theoretical section of the course covers a Brief History of the Construction Industry, Prefabricated Construction Theory and the Development of Prefabricated Construction Training. The practical element includes Construction Measurement, Operations and Equipment Handling, Electro-welding, Steel Bar Bending and Component Hoisting. Trainees of Spark Program will receive continuous training, both theoretical and practical, and be evaluated and tested before becoming certified prefabrication construction professionals equipped with basic theoretical knowledge, standardized assembly and operation skills, group leadership and a sense of corporate mission. Qualified labourers will adopt a shift scheduling system according to S-EPC project management requirements and apply adept assembly skills using advanced professional tools while following standard protocols, thus guaranteeing the safety, efficiency and quality of the prefabrication construction projects. "Work safety is our top priority," said Lei Bing, Project Manager and Course Leader of Mhome. "We require our onsite staff to implement routine checks before and after work, strictly follow safety instructions, and pay great attention to detail." Li Yao passed the Spark Program in April 2019 and is now a qualified onsite prefabricated Construction Labourer in Mhome. "Component hoisting is the most difficult and time-consuming subject, and the aim is to ensure the efficiency accuracy and safety onsite," said Li Yao. "It is our responsibility to assemble each module accurately. Different from traditional construction workers, prefabricated construction workers require skill over strength. My next step is to become a Course Leader and impart my knowledge and experience to more people." About Mhome Group Mhome Group (000667.sz) was established in 1989 as a developer of residential and urban homes properties and provider of urban and rural construction services. Headquartered in Wuhan, China, Mhome is now a listed company with a prominent presence in multiple industries including smart housing manufacturing, modern agriculture and industrial revitalization of small towns. SOURCE Mhome Group

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LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The reflective sportswear market is expected to grow by USD 628.28 million during 2020-2024, according to Technavio. The report offers a detailed analysis of the impact of COVID-19 pandemic on the reflective sportswear market in optimistic, probable, and pessimistic forecast scenarios. Enterprises will go through Response, Recovery and Renew phases. Download a Free Sample Report on COVID-19 The reflective sportswear market will witness a Negative impact during the forecast period owing to the widespread growth of the COVID-19 pandemic. As per Technavios pandemic-focused market research, market growth is likely to increase as compared to 2019. With the continuing spread of the novel coronavirus pandemic, organizations across the globe are gradually flattening their recessionary curve by leveraging technology. Many businesses will go through response, recovery and renew phases. Building business resilience and enabling agility will aid organizations to move forward in their journey out of the COVID-19 crisis and towards the Next Normal. This post-pandemic business planning research will aid clients to: Download the Post-Pandemic Business Planning Structure. Click here Key Considerations for Market Forecast: Gain instant access to 17,000+ market research reports by using Technavio's SUBSCRIPTION platform Major Three Reflective Sportswear Market Participants: adidas AG adidas AG operates its business under various segments such as footwear, apparel, and hardware segments. The company offers reflective clothing, gear, shoes, and sneakers under the brand adidas. ASICS Corp. ASICS Corp. operates its business under sports shoes, sportswear, and sports equipment segments. The company offers apparel and footwear with night running reflective technology. Columbia Sportswear Co. Columbia Sportswear Co. operates its business under two segments, which include apparel, accessories and equipment and footwear. The company offers omni-heat reflective insulated apparel and footwear under the brands Emerald Lake, Delta Ride, Grand Trek, and others. If you purchase a report that is updated in the next 60 days, we will send you the new edition and data extract FREE! Get report snapshot here to get detailed market share analysis of market participants during COVID-19 lockdown: https://www.technvaio.com/report/reflective-sportswear-market-industry-analysis Reflective Sportswear Market 2020-2024: Segmentation Reflective sportswear market is segmented as below: The reflective sportswear market is driven by improved marketing strategies by key competitors. In addition, other factors such as increasing number of fatalities resulting from hard adventure sports activities are expected to trigger the reflective sportswear market toward witnessing a CAGR of almost 5% during the forecast period. Get more insights about the global trends impacting the future of reflective sportswear market, Request Free Sample @ https://www.technavio.com/talk-to-us?report=IRTNTR43486 Market Drivers Market Challenges Market Trends Vendor Landscape About Us Technavio is a leading global technology research and advisory company. Their research and analysis focuses on emerging market trends and provides actionable insights to help businesses identify market opportunities and develop effective strategies to optimize their market positions. With over 500 specialized analysts, Technavios report library consists of more than 17,000 reports and counting, covering 800 technologies, spanning across 50 countries. Their client base consists of enterprises of all sizes, including more than 100 Fortune 500 companies. This growing client base relies on Technavios comprehensive coverage, extensive research, and actionable market insights to identify opportunities in existing and potential markets and assess their competitive positions within changing market scenarios.

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BENTON HARBOR, Mich., Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) has once again been recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the World's Most Admired Companies. This marks the eleventh consecutive year that Whirlpool Corporation has been included on the list, which features the most reputable and respected companies as ranked by peers within their respective categories. This year, Whirlpool Corporation was specifically recognized as a leader in the Home Equipment, Furnishings industry, earning high scores in Social Responsibility, Financial Soundness, and Global Competitiveness. "It is an honor to be named to Fortune's prestigious list for the eleventh year in a row," said Marc Bitzer, chairman and CEO of Whirlpool Corporation. "This recognition is a testament to the resiliency of our people and the strength of our values throughout this challenging time, and I am incredibly proud of what we continue to accomplish." For over a century, Whirlpool Corporation has operated in constant pursuit of improving lives at home. As a result of these efforts, the company is regularly recognized for its industry leadership, including its ongoing actions to support corporate responsibility, inclusion and diversity, and social and environmental sustainability. Whirlpool Corporation was recently named toAmerica's Most Responsible Companies 2021 List, was awarded a perfect 100 on the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index, and was included on the2020 Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index. Chairman and CEO Marc Bitzer is also a founding member of OneTen, a coalition of leading executives with the mission to train, hire and advance one million Black Americans over the next 10 years into family-sustaining jobs with opportunities for advancement. Fortune's annual list is based on a survey of corporate reputation that takes into account the observations and opinions of 3,770 industry executives. The survey consists of nine different categories: innovation, people management, use of corporate assets, social responsibility, quality of management, long-term investment, financial soundness, quality of products and services, and global competitiveness. Nearly 1,500 companies are considered for inclusion in the final ranking. Click hereto see the full list of World's Most Admired Companies. About Whirlpool CorporationWhirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is the world's leading kitchen and laundry appliance company, with approximately $19 billion in annual sales, 78,000 employees and57 manufacturing and technology research centers in 2020. The company markets Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Consul, Brastemp, Amana, Bauknecht, JennAir, Indesit and other major brand names in nearly every country throughout the world. Additional information about the company can be found atwhirlpoolcorp.com. SOURCE Whirlpool Corporation Related Links http://www.whirlpoolcorp.com

Whirlpool Corporation Named One of World's Most Admired Companies for Eleventh Consecutive Year

DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "2021 Global Forecast for Valves, Intake and Exhaust, Motor Vehicle Engines (2022-2027 Outlook) - Manufacturing & Markets Report" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. This report contains timely and accurate market statistics and forecasts on the market for over 140 countries. Estimates on equipment or material sales (product shipments value) are published historically for 2014 to 2017, projections for 2018 to 2021 and forecasts for 2022 to 2027. Product shipments include the total value of all products produced and shipped by all producers. For selected products, this can represent value of receipts, value of production, or value of work done. More than 140 countries are featured in this report as well as global and regional summaries. Product shipments value are presented in US Dollars and local currency units for historical and forecast years. Published annually, this report provides a unique and accurate estimate on market sizing for this equipment/material using a proprietary economic model that integrates historical trends (horizontal analysis) and longitudinal analysis of incorporated industries (vertical analysis). Regional summaries include North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Africa, and Middle East. Percent shares are presented for each region as a share of the global market. Product shipments values are also broken down by related costs, such as cost of materials, cost of fuels/electricity, contract work and value added, as well as capital expenditures, such as expenditures on buildings, machinery, vehicles and computers. These estimates product shipment values are also considered 'market potentials' because the calculations assume efficient, free markets. Estimates can vary in countries with inefficient, closed markets with such issues as oppressive regulations and tariffs, black markets, and political problems impacted a regular business cycle. This report does not list key players/companies in the market but focuses on a top-down and outlook view of the market despite the existing and entering of market companies. This report is an essential part of any GAP analysis, benchmarking project, SWOT analysis, business plan, risk analysis, or growth-share matrix. Key Topics Covered: User's Guide Definitions and Methodology Executive Summary A - Global Summary B - Regional Summary B1 - North America B2 - Europe B3 - Asia-Pacific B4 - Latin America B5 - Africa B6 - Middle East C - Country Details C1 - Argentina C2 - Australia C3 - Austria C4 - Bangladesh C5 - Belgium C6 - Brazil C7 - Bulgaria C8 - Canada C9 - Chile C9 - China C9 - Czech Republic C10 - Denmark C11 - Egypt C12 - Finland C13 - France C14 - Germany C15 - Hong Kong SAR, China C16 - Hungary C17 - India C18 - Indonesia C20 - Iran, Islamic Rep. C21 - Ireland C22 - Israel C23 - Italy C24 - Japan C25 - Korea, Rep. C26 - Malaysia C27 - Mexico C28 - Netherlands C29 - New Zealand C30 - Nigeria C31 - Norway C32 - Pakistan C33 - Philippines C34 - Poland C35 - Portugal C36 - Puerto Rico C37 - Romania C38 - Russian Federation C39 - Saudi Arabia C40 - Singapore C41 - South Africa C42 - Spain C43 - Sweden C44 - Switzerland C45 - Turkey C46 - United Arab Emirates C47 - United Kingdom C48 - United States C49 - Venezuela, RB C50 - Vietnam D - Appendix For more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/cwyb7

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MADISON, Wis., April 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Botanics & Health Inc., makers of Tru-Releaf, announced it will donate 25% of its revenues to Aurora Health Care in Milwaukee, to help support its healthcare workers who are providing the needed care to combat the pandemic affecting the world and Wisconsin. Tru-Releaf is an all-natural, topically applied pure CBD lotion that is THC-free, reduces pain and has no side-effects since it never enters the bloodstream. Michael J. Schultz, CEO of Botanics & Health Inc. stated, "We created Tru-Releaf to help others with their pain and as a member of the Wisconsin community, we want to support those who provide much needed care to others. The sacrifice we are making financially can't compare to the sacrifices they are making every day, and we will continue our support until the war against this pandemic is over. "Botanics & Health wants to be the example for all companies, small to large, to show how they can support our frontline healthcare providers in this historical time of need. By committing 25% of revenues, B&H shows its commitment to community, to our healthcare providers and to the business community. "To help Aurora Health and its workers, text 'relief' to 31996 to order Tru-Releaf online at a discount with the promo code 'aurora' and have it delivered to your door by the US Mail safely and securely. You will help yourself live pain free while helping support Aurora Health healthcare workers in this time of need." Botanics & Health Inc. works with all non-profits to help them in this time of need and encourages them to reach out to create fundraising opportunities. About Botanics & Health Inc.B&H is the maker of Tru-Releaf pure CBD topical pain relief lotion that is THC-free and provides precise CBD application to affected areas to relieve pain. Tru-Releaf was developed by Michael J. Schultz, its CEO and founder, as a way to help his wife, a stroke survivor who suffered from enormous pain and partial paralysis. Thanks to Tru-Releaf she has eliminated all opiates, as well as three other addictive prescription medicines, and lives a relatively pain-free life. It was this breakthrough that led him to work to legalize CBD for use nationally. B&H grows its own proprietary strain of hemp, extracts the CBD in an organic and earth-friendly process and formulates it into an all-natural and organic lotion that contains only one active ingredient, full-spectrum CBD. Tru-Releaf is grown and formulated proudly in the state of Wisconsin. Press ContactsBotanics & Health Inc.Jesse Spohn[emailprotected]www.tru-releaf.com(608) 824-0891 SOURCE Botanics & Health Inc. Related Links http://www.tru-releaf.com/

Local Wisconsin Company pledges 25% of its revenues to support COVID-19 relief efforts in Wisconsin

DOUGLAS, Isle of Man and BURBANK, Calif., Oct. 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Eros STX Global Corporation (NYSE:ESGC) ("ErosSTX"), a global entertainment company, announced today that pop music superstar Bebe Rexha will make her feature film acting debut in the upcoming female-driven comedy Queenpins. The announcement was made today by Adam Fogelson, chairman of the STXfilms Motion Picture Group. Queenpinswill reunite the studio with Bad Moms star Kristen Bell for a film inspired by the true story of the largest coupon counterfeit scam in US history. Bell will re-team with her "The Good Place" and "Veronica Mars" co-star Kirby Howell-Baptiste, as well as Vince Vaughn and Paul Walter Hauser. Queenpins will be distributed in the US, UK, and Ireland by STX, and the studio will handle international distribution through its network of global partners. After seeing success with such female-driven titles as the Bad Moms franchise, I Feel Pretty and Hustlers, STX was drawn to Queenpins, which will center on the story of a suburban housewife, fed up with being dismissed and overlooked by her husband and society, who decides to take back control of her life by starting an illegal coupon club. Her creation ends up scamming millions of dollars from big food companies while delivering deals to millions of fellow coupon clippers. Fogelson said, "This is a perfect film for Bebe to be making her live-action film debut. She's an incredible talent and international superstar and we love her for this role as Tempe Tina, an eccentric computer hackerwho helps our heroines with their coupon scam. We know she will add so much fun, talent and personality to this cast." STX previously collaborated with Rexha on their animated feature UglyDolls. The film is written and directed by Aron Gaudet and Gita Pullapilly and produced by AGC Studios, Marquee Entertainment and Red Hour Films. AGC's Linda McDonough will produce alongside Red Hour's Nicky Weinstock. AGC Studios Chairman Stuart Ford and Miguel A. Palos, Jr. will executive produce alongside Ben Stiller and Breean Solberg of Red Hour. The project was developed by McDonough under her Marquee Entertainment banner prior to joining AGC earlier this year. Patricia Bragais overseeing the project for STXfilms. Bebe Rexha is represented by UTA, Sal & Co., and attorney Kenny Meiselas of Grubman Shire Meiselas & Sacks. ABOUT BEBE REXHA:Diamond-selling and two-time Grammy-nominated New York City native Bebe Rexha is a musical force to be reckoned with. Her RIAA Gold-certified debut album Expectations (released June 2018 on Warner Records) contained the Platinum single "I'm a Mess" and global chart-topping smash "Meant to Be" (featuring Florida Georgia Line), now RIAA Certified Diamond. "Meant to Be" held the #1 spot on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart for a record-setting 50 straight weeks, the longest reign ever by a female lead artist, and won Top Country Song at the 2019 Billboard Music Awards and Best Collaboration at the 2018 iHeart Radio Music Awards. It was subsequently nominated for Best Country Duo/Group Performance at the 61st annual Grammy Awards in February 2019, where Bebe was also nominated for Best New Artist. Early in her career, Bebe won the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences' Best Teen Songwriter Award, and then formally burst onto the scene when she wrote "The Monster," a worldwide hit for Eminem and Rihanna that was certified 6x Platinum by the RIAA. Bebe went on to co-write and carry the instantly recognizable hook for the 3x Platinum "Hey Mama," by David Guetta, which was nominated for a Billboard Music Award for Top Dance/Electronic Song. Bebe also hit #1 on the Billboard Pop and Rap charts with her 5x Platinum "Me, Myself & I" with G-Eazy. In 2017, Bebe released the critically acclaimed EPs, All Your Fault: Part 1 (with the Platinum single "I Got You"), and All Your Fault: Part 2 (with "Meant to Be"). Now in 2020, Bebe has amassed almost 4 billion YouTube views and over 12 billion total global streams and counting. In conjunction with Grammy Week 2019, Bebe launched the Grammy Music Education Coalition's (GMEC) national campaign on behalf of its new All-Star Ambassador program, whose members also include Luis Fonsi, Rita Ora, Kristin Chenoweth, Regina Spektor and others. In October, 2020, Bebe released her brand new single, "Baby, I'm Jealous" feat. Doja Cat, which is the first track from her forthcoming Spring, 2021 album. About AGC StudiosAGC Studios (www.agcstudios.com) was founded and launched by Chairman and CEO Stuart Ford in February 2018 as a platform to develop, produce, finance and globally license a diverse portfolio of feature films, scripted, unscripted and factual television, digital and musical content from its dual headquarters in Los Angeles and London. The new studio's Hollywood output is designed for exploitation across an array of global platforms including major studio partnerships, streaming platforms, traditional broadcast and cable television networks and independent distributors, both in the US and internationally. AGC Studios is initially backed by three key strategic investors: Latin American private asset management firm MediaNet Partners (https://medianetpartners.com/en/); Silicon Valley entrepreneur and founder and chairman of Fibonacci Films, Greg Clark; and Image Nation Abu Dhabi (https://imagenationabudhabi.com/), one of the leading media and entertainment companies in the Arabic-speaking world. Chief Operating Officer Miguel Palos is also a stakeholder in and co-founder of the business with Ford. The company has three principal operating subsidiaries: production arm AGC Productions; distribution arm AGC International; and financing arm AGC Capital. ErosSTX Global Corporation:Eros STX Global Corporation, ("ErosSTX" or "The Company") (NYSE: ESGC) is a global entertainment company that acquires, co-produces and distributes films, digital content & music across multiple formats such as theatrical, television and OTT digital media streaming to consumers around the world. Eros International Plc changed its name to Eros STX Global Corporation pursuant to the July 2020 merger with STX Entertainment, merging two international media and entertainment groups. The combination of one of the largest Indian OTT players and premier studio with one of Hollywood's fastest-growing independent media companies has created an entertainment powerhouse with a presence in over 150 countries. ErosSTX delivers star-driven premium feature film and episodic content across a multitude of platforms at the intersection of the world's most dynamic and fastest-growing global markets, including US, India, Middle East, Asia and China. The Company also owns the rapidly growing OTT platform Eros Now which has rights to over 12,000 films across Hindi and regional languages and had 205.8 million registered users and 33.8 million paying subscribers as of June 30th, 2020. For further information, please visit ErosSTX.com. STXfilms:STXfilms, a division of Eros STX Global Corporation, is a next-generation film studio that produces, acquires, distributes, and markets motion pictures at scale. From blockbusters like Hustlers, Bad Moms, and The Upside to hits like The Gentlemen, Molly's Game, and The Gift, STXfilms produces star-driven films for a global audience. In just 5 short years, its slate of films has already grossed over $1.8b in global theatrical box office. With a wide range of partners including Universal Pictures Home Entertainment and Showtime (which handle the physical and premium television releases of STXfilms content, respectively), the studio is a fast-growing, industry powerhouse. About Red HourRed Hour is a creative production company dedicated to discovering new writers and filmmakers and telling innovative stories across all media. Led by partners Ben Stiller and Nicky Weinstock, Red Hour has expanded to produce an exceptionally wide range of features and television shows including, most recently, the Showtime limited event series Escape at Dannemora, which was nominated for 12 Emmy Awards; the hit Netflix comedies Alex Strangelove and The Package; the Tribeca Film Festival award-winning Plus One, now streaming on Hulu; and the CW and Netflix series In the Dark. Past films from Red Hour include The Secret Life of Water Mitty, Tropic Thunder, Dodgeball, andZoolander;and in television, the company has produced an array of series including IFC's The Birthday Boys and Comedy Central's The Meltdown with Jonah and Kumail, Big Time in Hollywood, FL and Another Period. Red Hour's next production, which begins filming in November, will be the sci-fi drama series Severance for Apple TV, starring Adam Scott, Patricia Arquette, John Turturro and Christopher Walken. Contact Information Steve ElzerElzer & Associates[emailprotected]213-392-4660 SOURCE STXfilms

Bebe Rexha Joins STXfilms' "Queenpins" Diamond-Selling and Grammy Nominated Musician to Make Her Feature Film Debut Opposite Kristen Bell, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, Vince Vaughn, and Paul Walter Hauser

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va., Dec. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --HemoShear Therapeutics, LLC, a privately held clinical stage biotechnology company, has achieved a research milestone in its discovery and development collaboration with Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited ("Takeda")to advance its first nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) target into Takeda's discovery portfolio.Using the company's REVEAL-Tx human disease modeling platform, HemoShear is collaborating with Takeda to identify and validate novel drug targets for treating NASH. In accordance with the collaboration agreement executed in October 2017, HemoShear will receive an undisclosed milestone payment. Continue Reading HemoShear has identified and validated a target that impacts several NASH disease pathways to reduce fibrosis, restore metabolic signaling and inhibit inflammatory signaling in the REVEAL-TxTM NASH model. "NASH remains an area with immense unmet need with no approved therapies," said Gareth Hicks, Ph.D., GI Drug Discovery Unit Head at Takeda. "We are excited to advance the novel drug target identified in collaboration with HemoShear into our discovery portfolio and look forward to making rapid progress toward the clinic." "Achieving this milestone in our collaboration with Takeda helps validate our scientific approach to modeling human disease and leveraging data-driven drug targeting," said Brian Wamhoff, PhD, chief operating officer and head of innovation. "Our platform has enabled us to combine insights from our biological and computational models to identify a drug target for Takeda that inhibits key disease-driving processes. We have also presented data that demonstrate inhibition of this target may be superior to other targets being pursued preclinically and clinically by the industry." HemoShear's REVEAL-Tx platform has been utilized to create a model of NASH that recapitulates hallmark features of liver fat build up, increased cell stress and inflammation, and extracellular matrix signaling that was published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation Insight. In addition, Nature Scientific Reportspublished the company's research analyzing gene expression at various stages of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease.Under the terms of the original agreement, HemoShear received upfront payments and R&D funding, and Takeda received exclusive access to HemoShear's proprietary disease modeling platform to discover and develop best-in-class therapeutics for specific liver diseases. HemoShear is eligible to receive milestone payments of potentially $470 million and royalties. NASH, one of the leading causes of transplantation, is a serious, chronic liver disease that is estimated to impact over 16 million people in the United States alone. NASH is characterized by inflammation and excessive fat accumulation in the liver that may progress to fibrosis, cirrhosis, liver cancer, and eventually liver failure. There is currently no FDA approved therapeutic available for NASH and liver fibrosis patients.About HemoShear's REVEAL-Tx PlatformExisting human experimental disease models do not reliably represent human biology.HemoShear has developed a transformational platform, REVEAL-Tx, which applies principles of physiological blood flow to tissue from patients to recapitulate disease.REVEAL-Tx provides unprecedented insights into complex pathophysiological pathways by replicating human disease with great accuracy.HemoShear's human disease models, in combination with its advanced proprietary computational biology tools, identify novel treatment approaches and reduce risk of failure by enabling HemoShear's scientists to deeply interrogate disease pathways, test hypotheses and select meaningful targets in physiologically accurate disease conditions.About HemoShear TherapeuticsHemoShear Therapeutics is a privately held clinical stage company developing treatments for rare metabolic disorders with significant unmet patient need.HemoShear's drug discovery platform, REVEAL-Tx, enables the Company's scientists to create best-in-class, biologically relevant human disease models to uncover the underlying mechanisms of disease, translate those discoveries into drug targets, and select candidates that may treat patients successfully.In addition to the Company's proprietary rare disease programs, HemoShear has exclusive partnerships to identify novel therapeutic approaches in nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) and an undisclosed rare liver disease with Takeda,and in gout with Horizon Therapeutics. For more information visit www.HemoShear.com.SOURCE HemoShear Therapeutics Related Links http://www.hemoshear.com

HemoShear Therapeutics Identifies Novel Drug Target to Treat NASH in Drug Discovery Partnership with Takeda Drug Target Will Advance into Takeda's Discovery Portfolio as Part of Ongoing Collaboration

NEW YORK & LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--WPP (NYSE: WPP) today announces the appointment of Tom Ilube CBE to its Board as an independent Non-Executive Director with immediate effect. Tom is a technology entrepreneur and educational philanthropist. He is the founder and CEO of AIM-listed Crossword Cybersecurity Plc, a technology commercialisation company focused on the cyber security sector and has previously founded several other technology start-ups. He is a Non-Executive Director of the BBC, where he serves on the audit and risk committee and chairs the fair-trading committee. He is also responsible for protected disclosures across the BBC, chairs the diversity and inclusion advisory group, and recently supported the appointment process for the new Director-General. From 2010 to 2014, Tom was Managing Director of Consumer Markets at Callcredit Information Group, the private equity-backed UK credit reference agency. Whilst at Callcredit, Tom founded Noddle, a credit reporting service that eventually grew to four million users and was acquired by US-based Credit Karma in 2018. Prior to Callcredit, Tom founded and was CEO of Garlik, a venture capital-backed identity protection company, sold to Experian in 2011. In the early 2000s, Tom served as Chief Information Officer of Egg Banking plc, the UKs first internet bank, and his 30-year career in the UK technology sector also includes roles at PricewaterhouseCoopers, Goldman Sachs and the London Stock Exchange. He chaired the UK Government Technology Strategy Boards Network Security Innovation panel, and was a member of the High-Level Expert Group on Cyber Security at the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), a Geneva-based UN agency. In his education work, Tom is the founder and Chair of the African Gifted Foundation, a programme for exceptionally gifted African children, which launched the African Science Academy, the continents first all-girls science and maths school. He was made a Doctor of Science (Honoris Causa) by City, University of London and an Honorary Doctor of Technology by the University of Wolverhampton, and received his CBE in the 2018 Birthday Honours for services to technology and philanthropy. He is an Honorary Fellow of Jesus College, Oxford and an Advisory Fellow at St Annes College. He also served as Chair of Ada, the UKs National College for Digital Skills, and was the founding Chair of Governors of Hammersmith Academy. In 2017 Tom topped the Powerlist ranking of the most influential people of African or African Caribbean heritage in the UK. Commenting on the appointment, Roberto Quarta, Chairman of WPP, said: We are delighted to welcome Tom to the Board of WPP. He brings tremendous depth and breadth of experience across the worlds of technology, business, media, entrepreneurship, education and philanthropy, and we look forward to his contribution as the Company continues its transformation. Tom Ilube said: Under its new management team, WPP has become a leader not only in creative services but also the provision of technology solutions for clients, so its an exciting time to join the Company. I look forward to working with the Board and executive leadership as WPP evolves its offer and delivers its strategy to grow the business, and to contributing to discussions around diversity at the Company and across the industry. OAM: Additional Regulatory Information WPP LEI: 549300LSGBXPYHXGDT93 Balbir Kelly-Bisla Company Secretary 5 October 2020 Notes 1. Fees: As Non-Executive Director of WPP plc, Tom Ilube will receive standard annual fees of 85,000 per annum. 2. The Board has determined that Tom Ilube will be an independent Non-Executive Director, in accordance with the UK Corporate Governance Code. 3. The Company confirms there are no other disclosures which are required to be made in accordance with LR 9.6.13R. About WPP WPP is a creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, clients and communities. For more information, visit www.wpp.com.

WPP Appoints Tom Ilube CBE to the Board

LUND, Sweden, March 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- BioInvent International AB ("BioInvent") (OMXS: BINV) today announces an agreement with SkylineDx to characterize the gene expression and immunological signatures in tumors of patients pre- and post-treatment with BI-1206. SkylineDx is a molecular diagnostics company which focuses on the discovery of novel gene-based biomarkers with high clinical utility for patient targeting and stratification. Headquartered in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, SkylineDx operates a CAP/CLIA certified laboratory in San Diego, California, USA. Together the companies will research and develop predictive immunological signatures to help identify patients with non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) and solid cancers who are likely to show clinical responses if treated with BI-1206, BioInvent's lead product candidate. Martin Welschof, CEO of BioInvent, said:"We are delighted to be working with SkylineDx, a company that has built up a great deal of expertise in molecular diagnostics, which is essential for the development of targeted cancer therapies. Identifying the right patients who are likely to respond to treatment with BI-1206 will constitute a major asset in the development of this promising treatment and, along with FcRIIB expression levels, should support the extension of its use to other malignancies." Dharminder Chahal, CEO of SkylineDx, said:"It is a real pleasure to announce our collaboration with Bioinvent, a true pioneer in promising new cancer treatments. As a diagnostics company, we always strive for precision medicine. Joining forces to identify true responders in early phase pharmaceutical trials, will make mark an important milestone towards that goal." About BioInvent BioInvent International AB (OMXS: BINV) is a clinical stage company that discovers and develops novel and first-in-class immuno-modulatory antibodies for cancer therapies, with two ongoing programs in Phase l/ll clinical trials for the treatment of hematological cancer and solid tumors, respectively. Two preclinical programs in solid tumors are expected to have entered clinical trials by the end of 2020. The Company's validated, proprietary F.I.R.S.T technology platform simultaneously identifies both targets and the antibodies that bind to them, generating many promising new drug candidates to fuel the Company's own clinical development pipeline or for additional licensing and partnering. The Company generates revenues from research collaborations and license agreements with multiple top-tier pharmaceutical companies, as well as from producing antibodies for third parties in the Company's fully integrated manufacturing unit. More information is available at www.bioinvent.com. About SkylineDx SkylineDx is a high-tech commercial-stage biotech company headquartered in Rotterdam, the Netherlands and a CAP/CLIA certified laboratory in San Diego, California, USA. The company uses its expertise to bridge the gap between academically discovered gene expression signatures and commercially available diagnostic products with high clinical utility. With the focus on diagnostics, SkylineDx assists healthcare professionals in accurately determining the type or status of the disease or to predict a patient's response to a specific treatment. Based on the test results, healthcare professionals can tailor the treatment to the individual patient. To learn more, please visit www.skylinedx.com. For further information, please contact: Martin Welschof, CEO Hans Herklots, LifeSci Advisors +46 (0)46 286 85 50 +41 79 598 71 49 [emailprotected] [emailprotected] BioInvent International AB (publ)Co. Reg. No. Org nr: 556537-7263Visiting address: Ideongatan 1Mailing address: 223 70 LUNDPhone: +46 (0)46 286 85 50www.bioinvent.com The press release contains statements about the future, consisting of subjective assumptions and forecasts for future scenarios. Predictions for the future only apply as the date they are made and are, by their very nature, in the same way as research and development work in the biotech segment, associated with risk and uncertainty. With this in mind, the actual outcome may deviate significantly from the scenarios described in this press release. This information was brought to you by Cision http://news.cision.com The following files are available for download: https://mb.cision.com/Main/583/3067255/1216852.pdf Press release (PDF) SOURCE BioInvent

BioInvent and SkylineDx to Collaborate on Patient Stratification to Maximize Impact of Treatment with BI-1206

PROVIDENCE, R.I.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--United Natural Foods, Inc. (NYSE: UNFI), today announced the launch of Community Marketplace by UNFI, a business-to-business digital e-commerce solution for emerging brands looking to expand distribution with UNFI customers. Community Marketplace modernizes the way brands interact with grocery wholesalers by allowing thousands of emerging products not currently available at UNFI distribution centers to be ordered on UNFIs Easy Options website and shipped directly to retail customers across the United States. Through this virtual marketplace, suppliers gain immediate access to UNFIs digital infrastructure to promote and sell their products to UNFIs broad customer base. Approved suppliers keep complete control of their inventory, order management, pricing, and shipping charges while attaining trial for possible traditional distribution expansion in the UNFI network. In turn, UNFI customers gain access to an even broader assortment of unique and local items with flexible order sizes and the convenience of ordering from multiple sources online in one place. Businesses looking to become an approved Community Marketplace supplier can apply at https://unfieasyoptions.com/about-community-marketplace. Access to the largest assortment of available items is an area of increasing importance to our customers, and Community Marketplace delivers on this need while giving brands an easy-to-use platform to gain the speed, scale, and agility to win in todays marketplace, said Tom Kraus, vice president of e-commerce at UNFI. By fully integrating Community Marketplace with our Easy Options website, we now have an industry leading tool for our customers to better connect with suppliers to provide their local communities with the widest variety of on-trend and emerging natural and conventional products. UNFI Easy Options is available to a variety of businesses, including independent grocery retailers, convenience stores, natural food and supplement stores, and restaurants. Through the website, customers of all sizes have access to over 20,000 grocery and wellness items that are fulfilled from UNFIs distribution network without minimum order sizes, order frequency requirements, or membership fees. Currently, hundreds of Community Marketplace SKUs are available through the Easy Options site, but with strong interest from the supplier community, customers should check back often as the variety of products will continue to grow as more vendors participate in this innovative distribution outlet. About United Natural Foods UNFI is North America's premier food wholesaler delivering the widest variety of products to customer locations throughout North America including natural product superstores, independent retailers, conventional supermarket chains, ecommerce retailers and food service customers. By providing this deeper 'full-store' selection and compelling brands for every aisle, UNFI is uniquely positioned to deliver great food, more choices and fresh thinking to customers everywhere. Today, UNFI is the largest publicly traded grocery distributor in the United States. To learn more about how UNFI is Moving Food Forward, visit www.unfi.com.

UNFI Launches Innovative E-commerce Solution to Expand Distribution Options for Emerging Suppliers Community Marketplace allows suppliers of any size to sell products on UNFIs Easy Options website and ship directly to UNFI customers

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --ringDNA, the provider of AI-powered revenue acceleration solutions, today announced it has hired Christine Hill as vice president of customer success to support rapid customer growth across the globe. Hill's charter is to help customers achieve their revenue and performance goals and get the most out of their investment in ringDNA. Hill joins from Rubrik, where she was the senior director of worldwide sales operations. She brings more than 15 years of deep expertise in driving global sales GTM and operations for revenue growth. "I am thrilled to join a company providing sales teams with the tools and intelligence they need to transform their revenue teams," said Hill. "My passion for helping companies improve their productivity and performance is in complete alignment with the ringDNA mission, and I look forward to partnering with our customers and helping them be successful. Having been in the customers' shoes as a sales operations leader, I believe the customer success function is only truly effective if they understand their customers' perspectives and the challenges they face in order to help them achieve their goals." Prior to Rubrik, Hill led sales operations at several other high growth companies, including Blue Jeans Network and Infoblox, supporting companies through the journey from startups to going public. "We are delighted to welcome Christine Hill to ringDNA as she brings with her extensive experience in sales operations and passion for customer success," said Howard Brown, CEO and founder of ringDNA. "Without a doubt, Christine will bring the knowledge, passion and cross-functional alignment we need to ensure customers leverage ringDNA products and insights to the fullest to increase pipeline and scale revenue." About ringDNA ringDNA is a revenue acceleration platform that uses AI to transform sales teams into high-performing revenue engines. The leading choice for Salesforce customers like Twilio, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Nutanix and Autodesk, ringDNA offers a complete solution for sales engagement, sales playbook execution, performance insight, conversation intelligence and much more. Backed by Goldman Sachs, Bryant Stibel and Palisades Growth Capital, ringDNA was named one of Deloitte's 2020 Technology Fast 500, one of the "Best Places to Work" by BuiltinLA and Comparably, and "One of The Best Privately Owned Companies in America" by Entrepreneur magazine. For more information visit www.ringdna.com or follow us on Twitter at @ringDNA. Media contact:Heather SliwinskiDirector of PR & Communications, ringDNA[emailprotected] SOURCE ringDNA Related Links http://www.ringdna.com/

ringDNA Adds Christine Hill to Executive Team to Support Rapid Customer Growth Hill joins as VP of Customer Success with 15+ years in leading sales operations

NEW YORK, March 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Have you been asking yourself "what the F is going on" lately? So have co-hosts Julie, Lisa, and Jacqui - that is why they are announcing a rebrand of their hit 3-4 pm Sunday show on TALKRADIO 77 WABC. "Ladies, It's Not Our Fault, It's Our Hormones and High Heels!" which has officially changed its name to "Ladies, What the F" Fashion. Food. Fitness & Fun! answering the question of 'What the F is going on lately? https://wabcradio.com/show/ladies-what-the-f/ Continue Reading Co-Hosts Julie, Lisa, and Jacqui of TALKRADIO 77 WABC show "What the F is going on lately?" Co-Hosts Julie, Lisa, and Jacqui of TALKRADIO 77 WABC show "What the F is going on lately?" The executive decision to change the show name is part of 77 WABC's initiative to empower women and advance their commitment to provide a larger platform for women's voices during these uncertain times. The pioneer show 'What the F is going on lately?' merges fashion and wellness and is a strong example of the stations overall movement toward creating stronger female programming. The three dynamic radio show hosts are Julie Sagoskin, fashionista: Jacqui Justice, world renowned nutritionist and Lisa Avellino, fitness guru. "Women's voices have always been important, and now we want to make sure that they are truly heard," says Sagoskin, co-host of "Ladies, What the F!" "There's nothing more gratifying to me than sharing women's unique viewpoints, opinions, and concerns. That is why I am so honored that I get to do just that every Sunday with our listening audience. While I am mostly known as editor-in-chief of Resident magazine and co-founder of The Skinny Line, giving a weekly platform and voice to the thousands of women out there who have so many questions about how to handle today's challenges, as well as showcasing those who are giving back to the community, makes me so proud." "My team and I at TALKRADIO 77 WABC are excited to welcome the ladies of this inspiring, edgy, and informative show to our lineup," says Red Apple Media and 77 WABC President Chad Lopez. "It is important that WABC radio continues to highlight and support issues facing women today and this show is a great addition to that initiative.""Along with my two exceptional co-hosts, Lisa Avellino and Jacqui Justice, fitness, and nutrition experts, respectively, we are super excited about our newest recurring segments focused on the voices we don't hear from enough. We are also spotlighting different artists, celebrities and leading health experts who are using their own voices to respond to what is going on in the world. The best part? We're always bringing it back to Food, Fashion, Fitness and Fun!""The overwhelming response from our listeners who appreciate the medical research, as well as the inside fitness and diet secrets from our celebrity guests has been so humbling," says fitness guru and co-host Lisa Avellino. "We are also truly honored to also have tremendous support through our partnership with FranDrescher's non-profit Cancer Schmancer Foundation which has pushed women's voices across the country to the forefront through their inspiring and educational efforts." https://theskinnyline.com/cancer-schmancer/"Our audience spoke, and we listened!" says nutrition expert and co-host Jacqui Justice. "That is why we felt that now was the time to change our name - after all, our mission is to address the growing concerns of women across the country."These three knowledgeable and humorous hosts offer insight and interviews with some of today's hottest personalities on the most trending topics. Past guests have included supermodel Beverly Johnson, designers Nicole Miller, Dennis Basso, Josie Natori, Joan Lunden, Carson Kressley, Andre Leon Talley, Bridget Moynahan and many more!These three dynamic personalities are also the co-founders of The Skinny Line, www.theskinnyline.com an all-natural line of spritzes, creams and supplementsthat are scientifically backed and made with safe FDA compliant carcinogen free ingredients. The program is designed to help you lose weight, build your immune system, and stay healthy. Unlike fad diets, The Skinny Line is created by women for women who want to safeguard their health and curb their appetite and achieve long-term results.https://www.facebook.com/107015697866814/posts/138401244728259/?d=n77 WABC RADIO is a 50,000-watt clear channel station licensed to New York, New York, serving the greater metropolitan area and streaming worldwide at www.WABCradio.com. Media Contacts:Stacey Bender [emailprotected] (973) 650-1218Hayden Hammerling [emailprotected] (973) 405-4600SOURCE 77 WABC RADIO Related Links https://wabcradio.com

"What The F Is Going On Lately?" TALKRADIO 77 WABC Announces Rebrand of Leading Women's Talk Show Airing Every Sunday from 3-4 PM

CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Leading advisory, tax and assurance firm Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) announces the election of Alan Whitman to a third three-year term as chief executive officer. The firms board of partners election and overwhelming ratification by its partnership comes just midway through Whitmans second term and extends his tenure through May 31, 2025. I am honored by the confidence my fellow partners place in me and our strategy," Whitman said. I look forward to continuing our work together as we build the advisory CPA firm of the future, today. As CEO of Baker Tilly, Whitman sets the pace for the firms success from strategy design and execution to growing market presence, unprecedented team member engagement and strong financial health. Since becoming CEO in 2016, Whitman and his leadership team have doubled the firms annual revenue. Under Whitmans leadership, Baker Tilly has bolstered its scale to give clients a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage with a strong presence in many of the worlds leading financial centers New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles and Chicago. In the last two years, Baker Tilly expanded its Texas presence in four of the five largest cities in the state and entered California, the fifth largest economy in the world. In addition to its geographic footprint, Baker Tilly is strengthening its capabilities with several strategic acquisitions. These include digital solutions, municipal advisory, global forensic accounting, valuation and litigation services, and outsourced and managed services. Were driving progress for a new world to benefit our clients and our team members, Whitman said. I am proud to lead such talented, dedicated professionals who work every day to enhance and protect our clients value and to foster an engaging and collaborative workplace. About Baker Tilly US, LLP (bakertilly.com) Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage with critical mass and top-notch talent in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the worlds leading financial centers New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles and Chicago. Baker Tilly is an independent member of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 146 territories, with 36,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $3.9 billion. Visit bakertilly.com or join the conversation on LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a member of the Baker Tilly International network, the members of which are separate and independent legal entities. Baker Tilly refers to the global network of accounting firms of Baker Tilly International Limited. Baker Tilly International Limited does not provide services to clients.

Baker Tilly Elects Alan D. Whitman to Third Term as CEO

MINNEAPOLIS, April 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Ally Law, a global legal network that includes more than 70 independent member firms and nearly 3,000 lawyers worldwide, will host its two-day Annual General Meeting on May 26 and 27, 2021 (May 27 and 28 in the Asia-Pacific region). With over 24 hours of programming, the conference will present a top-flight slate of futurists, tech entrepreneurs, member speakers and performers through an intuitive, high-tech meeting platform that will foster engagement and interaction regardless of location. Continue Reading Ally Law Annual General Meeting In addition to the annual business meeting and leadership elections, the conference will include sessions designed to help attendees envision new ways to transform individual careers and firm operations, explore synergies across practice areas and industry sectors, and enjoy visits to the world's top museums, an "unsung heroes" award ceremony, and a concert featuring musical performances from across the globe. Highlights of the online event include a keynote presentation by author, speaker and independent business advisor to major professional services firms and national governments, Richard Susskind. Author of numerous books on the future of law and technology, Susskind focuses on how technology is changing the work of lawyers. Member delegates, guest panelists and successful entrepreneurs will share insights on identifying and acting on "big ideas," overcoming adversity (pandemic- and non-pandemic-related), and making the most of network membership, among other topics. Executive coach, leadership advisor, meditation and yoga teacher and former intellectual property lawyer! Rudhir Krishtel will guide attendees through the steps required to create space for personal and professional transformation and build resilience.Said Bjrn Welinder, president of Ally Law and a partner in Lund, Sweden-based law firm Lindmark Welinder, "This past year has demonstrated the strength of our network and given us an opportunity to explore new ways to deliver value to clients. This year's AGM will emphasize the tools, technologies and personal relationships that can help businesses and member firms move forward into the future."Added Paul Franke, incoming president of Ally Law (May 2021), and partner in Denver-based member, Moye White, "The practice of law is constantly changing. This conference and Ally Law as an organization are helping set the pace for global client service." About Ally Law Ally Law, a Chambers and Partners Band 1Global Law Firm Network, provides sophisticated legal services to major corporations, with a sharp focus on value and efficiency. Our 70+ firms include nearly 3,000 lawyers in 100 business centers worldwide. For more information, visit www.ally-law.com. Press contact: Wendy Horn Ally Law [emailprotected]+1.612.770.6046SOURCE Ally Law Related Links http://www.ally-law.com

Explore, Envision + Enjoy: Ally Law's 2021 Annual General Meeting Unites Members, Leading Thinkers and Performers

CANTON, Mass., May 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Retired nurses and healthcare professionals represented by the Massachusetts Nurses Association have released a video messageduring National Nurses Week calling for improved personal protection equipment (PPE) to keep caregivers safe on the front lines of the pandemic and safeguard their families and communities from the spread of COVID-19. "We are here as retired nurses to speak on behalf of the working nurses who cannot be here today," said Karen Coughlin, a former Vice President of the MNA and retired registered nurse who cared for patients for many years at Taunton State Hospital. "They cannot be here because they are the frontline warriors during this pandemic, and are working in a chaotic, stressful and emotionally draining environment. "We are here to say that what our essential workers really need is a society, a government,and employers who will do their job and provide them with the resources, the equipment and the response they need to be safe during this public health crisis," Coughlin said. "Our heroes do not need capes, but they do need N95 masks, proper face shields, gowns, disinfectant and whatever other armor is needed to go into battle against this virus." The Retirees for PPE video can be viewed at https://youtu.be/hcpn2ydRdWo. The COVID-19 pandemic which is requiring great sacrifices of frontline healthcare workers, other essential personnel and the public has come during the "International Year of the Nurse and the Midwife," as proclaimed by the World Health Organizationin honor of the 200th anniversary of Florence Nightingale's birth. Nightingale is known as the founder of modern nursing. Her birthdate of May 12 marks the final day of National Nurses Week each year. MNA Personal Protect Equipment Standards "At the institutional level we continue to see inconsistent and unsafe approaches to PPE that are unnecessary," RN and MNA President Donna Kelly-Williams wrote in a recent letter to Gov. Charlie Baker. "You have instructed healthcare facilities to distribute PPE rather than stockpile it for 'the future,' but this is not being followed by a number of institutions. "Healthcare facilities are reporting they have enough masks, but they are still following guidelines that reflect a lower standard of care that allows 'a standard medical mask' to healthcare workers caring for COVID-19 patients that is not safe." The MNA has called on Gov. Baker to: Issue an N95 mask directivethat when a direct caregiver in a healthcare facility asks for a new N95 mask they will receive one at least once a day.This follows a similar directive issued last week in New York but expands upon it to include all healthcare facilities given the level of exposure that Massachusetts is experiencing in non-acute healthcare facility settings. Require consent for de-contaminated mask use because the various "decontamination" methods touted as mitigating the PPE shortage problem remain experimental. We do not know how effective these masks are following several rounds of "decontamination" at stopping the spread of the virus nor do we know the long-term effects on personnel of wearing a decontaminated mask. Provide Transparency for PPE so that every healthcare facility ismandated to report its full stockpile of PPE, so caregivers and the state have an accurate assessment of need as we attempt to maximize allocation of resources from the supply chain. Require appropriate Training for Donning and Doffing PPE because we have heard repeatedly from staff in the state's public health hospitals, behavioral health in-patient facilities and group homes that due to a lack of on-site nurse educators, there is not consistency in the training of properly utilizing PPE. The availability of PPE is only helpful if it its properly fitted, donned and doffed. Read more about the MNA standards for PPE at www.massnurses.org/COVID-19. MNA National Nurses Week PSA Videos Last week, nurses on the front lines of the pandemic in every region of the Commonwealth launched a video public service announcement campaign to thank the public for their support and to urge the continuation of social distancing during this unprecedented public health crisis. Links to these videos can be found at www.massnurses.org/NursesWeekPSAor on the MNA YouTube channel at https://bit.ly/35IYgmr. See MNA COVID-19 information, including letters to Gov. Baker, position statements, videos and more at www.massnurses.org/COVID-19. MassNurses.org Facebook.com/MassNurses Twitter.com/MassNurses Instagram.com/MassNurses Founded in 1903, the Massachusetts Nurses Association is the largest union of registered nurses in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Its 23,000 members advance the nursing profession by fostering high standards of nursing practice, promoting the economic and general welfare of nurses in the workplace, projecting a positive and realistic view of nursing, and by lobbying the Legislature and regulatory agencies on health care issues affecting nurses and the public. SOURCE Massachusetts Nurses Association Related Links http://www.massnurses.org

MNA Retirees Call for Safe Personal Protective Equipment for Frontline Caregivers Battling COVID-19 in Video Released During National Nurses Week

LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The new robotic wheelchairs market research from Technavio indicates neutral growth in the short term as the business impact of COVID-19 spreads. Get detailed insights on the COVID-19 pandemic crisis and recovery analysis of the robotic wheelchairs market. Get FREE report sample within MINUTES "One of the primary growth drivers for this market is the increasing population of physically disabled people, says a senior analyst for the industrials industry at Technavio. Vendors should focus on growth prospects in the fast-growing segments while maintaining their positions in the slow-growing segments. As the markets recover, Technavio expects the robotic wheelchairs market size to grow by USD 240.36 million during the period 2020-2024. Robotic Wheelchairs Market Segment Highlights for 2020 Regional Analysis Click here to learn about report detailed analysis and insights on how you can leverage them to grow your business. Related Reports on Industrials Include: Global Robotic Simulator Market- The robotic simulator market is segmented by deployment (on-premises and cloud-based) and geography (APAC, Europe, North America, MEA, and South America). Click Here to Get an Exclusive Free Sample Report Global Robotic Weeding Machines Market- The robotic weeding machines market is segmented by product (hardware, software, and service) and geography (APAC, Europe, MEA, North America, and South America). Click Here to Get an Exclusive Free Sample Report Notes: Register for a free trial today to access 17,000+ market research reports using Technavio's SUBSCRIPTION platform About Us Technavio is a leading global technology research and advisory company. Their research and analysis focuses on emerging market trends and provides actionable insights to help businesses identify market opportunities and develop effective strategies to optimize their market positions. With over 500 specialized analysts, Technavios report library consists of more than 17,000 reports and counting, covering 800 technologies, spanning across 50 countries. Their client base consists of enterprises of all sizes, including more than 100 Fortune 500 companies. This growing client base relies on Technavios comprehensive coverage, extensive research, and actionable market insights to identify opportunities in existing and potential markets and assess their competitive positions within changing market scenarios.

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NEW YORK, June 2, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Asian American Business Development Center, Hispanic Federation and One Hundred Black Menissues the following joint declaration in response to recent events fatally impactingmulti-cultural communities. As representatives of the Asian, Black and Hispanic communities, we stand together against all acts of racism and violence and stand against those who would divide us and sow mistrust and fear. We mourn the deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and Ahmaud Arbery, and call for swift and sure justice to prevail. We embrace the fact that the United States is a multiracial, multiethnic nation, and affirm our commitment and responsibility to advance the many elements that unite us: a belief in the value of diversity, the contributions of immigrants and the power of multi-cultural collaborations. We believe that taking action is as important as expressions of support, and will soon be announcing a groundbreaking effort to provide long-term support for Black, Latinx and Asian small businesses impacted by Covid-19. We are also preparing a webinar that will bring together journalists from our communities to have an open discussion about how race relations are being reported, and how the media can influence a change in perspectives. These efforts are just a beginning. Today, we reaffirm our solidarity with diverse leaders and institutions all across our nation and pledge to fight to turn the tide against racism everywhere. John Wang, President, Asian American Business Development Center Frankie Miranda, President, Hispanic Federation Michael J. Garner, President, One Hundred Black Men SOURCE Asian American Business Development Center Related Links www.aabdc.com

Joint Declaration from the Asian American Business Development Center, Hispanic Federation and One Hundred Black Men

LOS ANGELES and NEW YORK, Jan. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- R&CPMK, the preeminent integrated marketing and communications agency in global entertainment, today announced the expansion of its creative content, production, and experiential marketing service offering, with the addition ofbrand experience and sponsorship agency Advantage. As part of the expansion, R&CPMK will sunset the Advantage name, and transition the award-winning creative, production, experiential, sponsorship consulting, and event marketing divisions to become part of R&CPMK's comprehensive portfolio, further bolstering the agency's offering. Led by agency Chairman,Cindi Berger,and CEO,Mark Owens,R&CPMK represents more than 400 of the most prominent and influential actors, musicians, producers, directors, content creators, and athletes in the world, and creates distinctive marketing campaigns for 50 of the world's largest brands and organizations. The agency's enhanced capabilities will now include best-in-class services in music, talent, gaming, and content creation, with specialties in brand development, creative, digital, social, business strategy, research & analytics, experiential & activation, partnership & integration, fashion, influencer, andcommunications. "From adding distinctive new practices such as influencer marketing and multicultural communications, to the continued growth of our industry-leading integrated marketing and talent communications divisions, we have taken bold steps over the past five years to significantly enhance our footprint across the industry in an effort to always provide superior and strategically curated services to our clients," said Owens. "Joining Advantage's award-winning creative, experiential marketing, and sponsorship consulting services with R&CPMK's unprecedented marketing and communications capabilities, allows us to continue this evolution, and provide an elevated and unmatched offering." "For more than a decade, Advantage has produced some of the industry's most innovative and successful experiential campaigns and event marketing programs," said Shirley Hughes, President of Brands, R&CPMK. "We are thrilled to welcome the incredibly talented Advantage staff to our family, and join their tremendous skills and services with our team to help our clients expand their reach and engage consumers with new tools." "Advantage's collection of experiential talent, tools, and capabilities is the perfect compliment to our existing team of specialists," said Victoria Greene, Executive Vice President, Brand Growth and Experiential. "Our expanded agency offering will provide our clients a level of cultural expertise and deep industry relationships that is unparalleled." R&CPMK's combined brand client roster features more than 50 global brands, including Heineken, Mastercard, McDonald's, Activision, YouTube, and Verizon. The merger of Advantage with R&CPMK will add a series of new clients including Hyundai and LG. In addition, the move will bring together R&CPMK's existing creative services division with Advantage's Creative Studio, providing the ability to offer clients a wider range of enhanced programs and tools. Executive Creative Director and Senior Vice President Jaime Cabrera will oversee R&CPMK's new Creative Studio, which will include integrated global creative strategy and campaign development, dynamic social content and immersive new media concepts, experiential event design, logo development, and much more. Led by Greene, the brand experience team will focus on sponsorship consulting and experiential marketing, and will be supported bySenior Vice Presidents Jennifer Piran and Scot Weintraub, as well as Vice President Jason Girone. ABOUT R&CPMK:R&CPMK is the preeminent integrated marketing and communications agency in global entertainment. The agency represents more than 400 of the most prominent and influential actors, musicians, producers, directors, content creators and athletes in the world, and creates distinctive integrated marketing campaigns for some of the largest brands and Fortune 500 companies across the globe. As the industry leader in brand PR and Marketing, the agency has a full end-to-end marketing and business consultancy operation, including distinct practice groups in brand development, business strategy, research and analytics, creative, content, awards, digital, social, experiential and activation, partnership and integration, fashion, influencer, and paid media. For more information, follow us on Twitter and Instagram @randcpmk. --R&CPMK-- SOURCE R&CPMK

R&CPMK Adds Brand Experience And Sponsorship Agency Advantage To Its Orbit

BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Heres a round-up of the best early 4K TV deals for Black Friday 2020, featuring the latest sales on Sharp, Sony, Samsung, LG, Vizio and more. Explore the latest deals using the links below. Best 4K TV Deals: Best TV Deals: Interested in more deals? Click here to compare the full selection of deals at Walmarts Black Friday Deals for Days sale and click here to browse Amazons latest holiday deals. Retail Fuse earns commissions from purchases made using the links provided. A 4K TV offers smart TV features, advanced image processing and sharper pictures. One of the best models available is the LG CX which boasts of low input lag and high refresh rate for gaming. The mid-range Samsung NU8000 comes in 55 inch versions like the LG B8 but also offers 82-inch sizes. Sharp has been overtaken by brands such as TCL and Vizio yet does manufacture an HDR TV range with built-in Roku. About Retail Fuse: Retail Fuse reports the latest retail news. As an Amazon Associate and affiliate Retail Fuse earns from qualifying purchases.

4K TV Black Friday Deals 2020: Early LG, Samsung, Sharp, Sony & More Savings Compiled by Retail Fuse The best early 4K TV deals for Black Friday 2020, featuring all the latest 75 inch, 65 inch, 55 inch & more HDR 4K smart TV discounts

SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Okta, Inc. (NASDAQ:OKTA), the leading independent identity provider, welcomes Steve Rowland as Chief Revenue Officer, effective March 15, 2021. Rowland is reporting to Susan St. Ledger, President of Worldwide Field Operations. Okta is proud to welcome Steve Rowland as our new Chief Revenue Officer, said Susan St. Ledger, President of Worldwide Field Operations, Okta. Steve brings deep business and go-to-market expertise to Okta and adding him in this net-new role will only bolster our focus on operational rigor and data-driven decision making within worldwide field operations. As customers continue to look to Okta to provide a platform to address every identity use case, Steve will play an integral role supporting our go-to-market strategy, driving predictable revenue, and ensuring we deliver delightful customer experiences. Okta is well positioned to address trends currently impacting customers: moving to the cloud and navigating hybrid IT, developer-centricity and the need to build seamless customer experiences, and Zero Trust security, said Steve Rowland. I believe that Okta has the power to be the identity standard for the internet and Im humbled by the opportunity to join Okta through this next phase of growth. I look forward to working directly with Oktas forward-looking customers, and to drive scale, innovation and operational rigor across the go-to-market organization. About Steve Rowland Rowland brings 20+ years of experience spanning technology organizations in various high-growth stages across the globe. He most recently was the Vice President of Americas Sales at Splunk. Prior to joining Splunk, he served as President at DataStax, leading all go-to-market functions. Before DataStax, Steve served as Senior Vice President of worldwide Sales at Apigee, the leader in API Management, where he led the company through a successful IPO and later acquisition by Google. He was the Vice President of Field Operations for the Americas and Asia Pacific at Blue Coat Systems and served as Senior Vice President of Worldwide Sales at Workbrain Corporation. He held various leadership roles at BMC Software. Steve holds a B.S. from Texas A&M University and lives in Atlanta, Georgia with his family. About Okta Okta is the leading independent identity provider. The Okta Identity Cloud enables organizations to securely connect the right people to the right technologies at the right time. With more than 7,000 pre-built integrations to applications and infrastructure providers, Okta provides simple and secure access to people and organizations everywhere, giving them the confidence to reach their full potential. More than 10,000 organizations, including JetBlue, Nordstrom, Siemens, Slack, T-Mobile, Takeda, Teach for America, and Twilio, trust Okta to help protect the identities of their workforces and customers.

Okta Welcomes Steve Rowland as Chief Revenue Officer Senior Technology Executive to Join Oktas Global Field Operations

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners (Quinbrook), a specialist investor in lower carbon and renewable energy infrastructure, today announced the establishment of a joint venture with Birch Infrastructure PBLLC (Birch) to develop and construct renewables-powered hyperscale data center campuses in the US. The joint venture has identified and is actively developing multiple, strategically-located sites to host next-generation, mission critical, hyperscale data centers which will be designed and configured with the objective to: Demand for high-performance computing and data storage is expanding at an extraordinary pace, as is the need for those resources to be powered by renewable energy, which makes now the opportune time to partner with a like-minded specialist data center developer. Birch is that partner for Quinbrook, said David Scaysbrook, co-founder and managing partner of Quinbrook. We are looking forward to combining our experience in renewable energy project development, construction and investment with Birchs specialist expertise in data center siting and structuring of low cost power and utilities solutions, to address the acute demand for next generation, hyperscale data centers delivering a net zero carbon footprint. Quinbrook considers that demand for data computing and storage capacity is likely to grow at unprecedented rates over coming years as internet adoption rates increase and the products and services used by these internet users also increase in size. Added Scaysbrook, As the scale of the energy and water consumption and resultant environmental impact of data centers expands, the provenance of their energy supplies and the carbon intensity of those supplies is becoming an increasingly critical requirement in site selection. Recent public announcements made by many of the hyperscale operators indicate that several of them have already committed to using 100% renewable energy and to reducing their carbon footprint significantly by 2030 and beyond. The Quinbrook/Birch joint venture is dedicated to the conviction that renewable power supply and site selection are now integrally related and completely symbiotic. We are excited about the opportunities that come through partnering with an experienced energy investment firm such as Quinbrook, said Kenneth Davies, co-founder and Chief Risk Officer for Birch. Hyperscale, renewable-powered data centers are the future, and were thrilled to pair our experience with Quinbrooks to help shape that future. About Birch Birch Infrastructure (www.birch.coop) is an independent, employee-owned developer of shovel-ready data center industrial campuses (>50MW) designed to capture fundamental cost advantages related to land acquisition, renewable power supply and other infrastructure and utilities. Birchs senior executive team have deep industry experience in data center site identification in the US that covers both power sector knowledge as well as hyperscale data center insider knowledge. The Birch team have an exceptional track record of innovative project development and origination of first-of-a-kind offtake structures for utility scale renewables. About Quinbrook Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners (www.quinbrook.com) is a specialist investment manager focused exclusively on lower carbon and renewable energy infrastructure investment and operational asset management in the U.S., U.K. and Australia. Quinbrook is led and managed by a senior team of power industry professionals who have collectively invested over US $8 billion of equity in energy infrastructure assets since the early 1990s, representing a total enterprise value of US $28.7 billion or 19.5 GW of power supply capacity. Quinbrook's investment and asset management team has offices in Houston, London, Jersey, and the Gold Coast of Australia. Quinbrook's global investment and portfolio company teams are actively developing and constructing a portfolio exceeding 8GW of onshore wind, solar PV, reserve peaking power, battery storage projects, grid support infrastructure, Virtual Power Plants and Community Energy Networks across the U.S., U.K. and Australia.

Quinbrook Joint Venture to Power Renewable Data Centers in the US Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners and Birch Infrastructure establish unique joint venture

NEW YORK, Dec. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Ankura, a global business advisory and expert services company, today announced the appointment of Val Shapiroas Senior Managing Director. Based in New York, Ms. Shapiro brings more than 20 years of restructuring, corporate finance and accounting experience to the Turnaround & Restructuring group. "Val brings a unique perspective from her previous roles as an investor, dealing with the same complexities as the clients she will now work with as a trusted advisor," saidPhilip J. Gund, Business Group Leader for Turnaround & Restructuring at Ankura. "She is a welcome addition to our Turnaround & Restructuring team as we extend our existing strength, and her experience in creditor side representation will certainly benefit our clients." Prior to joining Ankura, Ms. Shapiro was a Senior Research Analyst at Goldman Sachs Asset Management and at Onex Credit Partners. In these roles, she managed leveraged loan and high yield investments across mutual fund, opportunistic, direct lending, collateralized loan obligation and managed account strategies. She has been involved with transactions in various industries including food and beverage, retail, consumer, business services, industrials, building products and insurance. Ms. Shapiro spent over nine years at Deutsche Bank, where she held leadership roles in both the Restructuring Finance and Workout and Financial Institutions groups. "Ankura has built an incredible team and has been on a remarkable growth trajectory, attributes which were key to my decision to join the company," said Ms. Shapiro. "I look forward to collaborating with such an accomplished group of professionals to help our clients navigate the challenges of the current business environment." Ms. Shapiro is aCFA Charterholder and a Certified Public Accountant. She holds a Master of Sciencein Accounting from the University of Hartford and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Colgate University. About Ankura Ankura is a global business advisory and expert services firm defined by HOW we solve challenges. Whether a client is facing an immediate business challenge, trying to increase the value of their company or protect against future risks, Ankura designs, develops, and executes tailored solutions by assembling the right combination of expertise, strategy and execution. We help clients navigate a wide range of corporate performance and risk management challenges, including those pertaining to compliance, investigations, forensics, technology, turnaround and restructuring, and corporate strategy. We build on this experience with every case, client, and situation, collaborating to create innovative, customized solutions, and strategies designed for today's ever-changing business environment. This gives our clients unparalleled insight and experience across a wide range of economic, governance, and regulatory challenges. At Ankura, we know that collaboration drives results. For more information, please visit: www.ankura.com. SOURCE Ankura Related Links https://www.ankura.com

Val Shapiro Joins Ankura's Turnaround & Restructuring Group as Senior Managing Director Industry Veteran Adds Investor and Creditor Side Representation Expertise

LAS VEGAS, Oct. 27, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Databuoy Corp., makers of Shotpoint, the only shooter localization system company that can secure both indoor and outdoor areas, track the trajectory of a bullet, and confirm a gunshot within a second, has completed installation on the Fremont Street Experience Canopy, home to over 20 million visitors a year. The Shotpoint system covers the canopy from end-to-end and is integrated into the Fremont Street Experience Security office's video surveillance command center. Fremont Street Experience Security works in coordination with the Downtown Casino Properties, The Las Vegas City Marshall's Department, and the Las Vegas Metro Police Department to secure the downtown corridor. This is the first private property deployment of Databuoy's Shotpoint system in downtown Las Vegas. "We are very proud to be the solution that Fremont Street selected," Kathleen Griggs, CEO of Databuoy Corp, said. "Our mission is to lessen the threat of mass shootings and we are pleased to be working with these properties to make this a safer city for tourists and residents alike." "This is something that is absolutely needed in the world we live in today," Mark Reddon, Director of Security for the Fremont Street Experience, said. "We've got to know when shots are." Databuoy's innovative Shotpoint shooter localization system transforms the way the public is safeguarded from mass shooters. Shotpoint instantly communicates clear and precise alerts that can cue cameras, lockdown systems, and send notifications for a quick and effective response. Shotpoint will dramatically reduce response times and enable the use of automated systems that will save countless lives in the future. "Our system provides real-time information to the responders," Griggs said. "This information will not only save lives, but will provide hard evidence to prosecutors to get these offenders off the streets." "It's one thing to say when a shot was fired, but it is especially hard for the human ear to hear where it came from," Reddon added. "This system will tell us exactly where it came from and how many shooters there are. With the bigger draw we are seeing to the downtown area, I am committed to public safety. Shotpoint is the best solution on the market and will help to supplement our human factor and keep our patrons safe." For more information on ShotPoint, visit https://databuoycorp.com/ . SOURCE Databuoy Corporation Related Links www.dbuoy.com

Fremont Street Experience Commits to Gunshot Detection System ~ Shotpoint system installation complete at Fremont Street Experience Canopy~

REDWOOD SHORES, Calif., Dec. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --This year has been a financially challenging time for many families due to the global pandemic. A recent study found nearly one in three Americans are foregoing presents this year due to COVID-19. And, many children across the country are wishing for "a cure for coronavirus" while others are asking for masks in their letters to Santa. Toys for Tots, a 73-year old national charitable program run by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve, provides happiness and hope to disadvantaged children during each Christmas holiday season. Personal Capital, an Empower Company and industry-leading digital wealth management company will partner with Toys for Tots as part of its charitable efforts to spread holiday cheer to those dealing with hardships this holiday season. Personal Capital, an Empower Company and industry-leading digital wealth management company saw the news and today announced a partnership with Toys for Tots as part of its charitable efforts to spread holiday cheer to those dealing with hardships this holiday season. The company also provides free financial tools to millions of people as part of its commitment to help people transform their financial lives through technology and advisory services. As a national corporate sponsor of Toys for Tots, Personal Capital will donate a minimum of $25,000, and up to $50,000, for the first 5,000 new registered users who sign up through the campaign web page through 2021. The state-of-the-art tools are free and there is no obligation to purchase any services from Personal Capital. Personal Capital will promote the sponsorship on social media and in display ads on sites including Forbes, Fortune, CNBC, Kiplinger and WIRED. Established in 1947, Toys for Tots, a not-for-profit public charity, is the U.S. Marine Corps' premiere community action program that consists of over 800 local toy collection and distribution programs in most of the major markets in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and other U.S. territories. They distribute an average of 18 million toys, to approximately seven million children-in-need, annually.Over the course of the year, Personal Capital has focused on giving back to various groups through partnerships or donations to organizations, including Operation Hope, The Red Cross, One Tree Plantedand now the Toys for Tots Program. "Personal Capital, and all of our employees, believe in doing the right thing, always," said Jay Shah, President of Personal Capital. "This has been a year filled with adversity for many, and we hope partnering with Toys For Tots will help increase community engagement and bring a moment of happiness to the many children-in-need across the country this holiday season.""We are honored to partner with Personal Capital to help children and families across the country who are facing unique challenges this holiday season," said Ted 'Migs' SilvesterCol, USMC (Ret), VP at Marine Toys for Tots Foundation. "Personal Capital's commitment to the holistic well-being of American families through this and other programs is greatly appreciated. With their generous support we will be able to fulfill the holiday dreams of thousands of less fortunate children who otherwise might be forgotten."In addition to being involved with organizations and communities, Personal Capital continues its push to raise awareness about the importance of financial literacy, financial empowerment and financial wellness. To support these efforts, the company recently announced a new campaign called "Financial Heroes." The campaign features collaborations with holistic health advocate DeepakChopraTM, MD, CEO Ruzwana Bashir and two-time basketball All-Star Baron Davis. ABOUT PERSONAL CAPITALPersonal Capital, an Empower Company is a remote-delivery, industry-leading digital wealth management company that helps people transform their financial lives through technology and advisory services. The company's state-of-the-art tools and technology provide investors with a complete financial picture, utilized by millions of users and tens of thousands of clients. Its registered investment advisors provide expert guidance, and customized strategies, based on a personal understanding of an investor's financial picture and goals. Personal Capital currently manages more than $15 billion in assets, virtually delivered from offices across the United States. For more information, please visit www.personalcapital.com or connect with us on Facebook, Twitter orLinkedIn.ABOUT MARINE TOYS FOR TOTSToys for Tots, a 73-year old national charitable program run by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve, provides happiness and hope to disadvantaged children during each Christmas holiday season. The toys, books and other gifts collected and distributed by the Marines offer these children recognition, confidence and a positive memory for a lifetime. It is such experiences that help children become responsible citizens and caring members of their community. Last year the Marine Corps fulfilled the holiday hopes and dreams of 7 million less fortunate children in over 800 communities nationwide. Since 1947 over 265 million children have been assisted. For more information, visit www.toysfortots.org. Contact InformationPersonal Capital PR[emailprotected] Advisory services are offered for a fee by Personal Capital Advisors Corporation ("PCAC"), a registered investment adviser with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. PCAC is a wholly owned subsidiary of Personal Capital Corporation ("PCC"), an Empower company. PCC is a wholly owned subsidiary of Empower Holdings, LLC."Financial Heroes" campaign featurespaid spokespeople who are not clients of PCAC and do not make any endorsements or recommendations about securities offerings or investment strategy.SOURCE Personal Capital, an Empower Company Related Links http://www.personalcapital.com/

Personal Capital Partners with Toys for Tots to Help Lift Spirits During the Pandemic Give yourself the gift of Personal Capital's free financial tools and we will donate to Toys for Tots.

OKLAHOMA CITY, Jan. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- For the ninth time in ten years, the last week of January has been officially recognized as Oklahoma School Choice Week by the state's governor. This year, Gov. Kevin Stitt proclaimed the Week, which seeks to celebrate and raise awareness about K-12 school choices. Gov. Stitt joins more than a dozen other governors and hundreds of city and county leaders nationwide in issuing similar proclamations. National School Choice Week has turned virtual this year, and Oklahoma community members have planned 407 virtual or socially-distanced activities, including a weeklong virtual Parent Power Summit for moms and dads statewide. The week will be full of timely conversations about the educational opportunities parents want for their children, and the importance of every child receiving an effective education. Nationwide, more than 33,000 safe and fun activities will take place. Schools of every type traditional public, public magnet, public charter, private, online, and homeschool will join in the celebration. "When it comes to education, parents have choices, and this is a time to celebrate those choices and work to expand learning opportunities," said Andrew Campanella, president of National School Choice Week. "We are so grateful for the dedication and involvement of Oklahoma families and educators who celebrate School Choice Week." National School Choice Week shines a spotlight on effective K-12 education options for children. As a not-for-profit effort, the Week focuses equally on traditional public, charter, magnet, online, private, and home education options. Every January, participants plan tens of thousands of events and activities such as school fairs, open houses, and student showcases to raise awareness about school choice across all 50 states. Year-round, National School Choice Week develops resources and guides to assist families searching for schools or learning environments for their children. The effort is nonpolitical and nonpartisan and does not advocate for legislation. For more information, visit schoolchoiceweek.com/oklahoma. SOURCE National School Choice Week Related Links www.schoolchoiceweek.com

Oklahomans Prep for Virtual Celebration as Governor Stitt Proclaims Jan. 24-Jan. 30 "Oklahoma School Choice Week" Oklahoma families to hold more than 400 virtual or socially-distanced activities celebrating choice

SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--JND Legal Administration (JND), a legal management and administration services provider serving plaintiff and defendant firms, corporations, and government entities across five service lines, has again been recognized for excellence in claims administration by readers of the New York Law Journal (NYLJ). Having been named a Best Claims Administrator for three consecutive years, JND has been admitted to the Journals Best of 2020 Hall of Fame. Readers of the Journal ranked JND as the #1 Claims Administrator in both 2018 and 2019. Published and distributed by ALM Media since 2010, the NYLJ Best of annual reader survey celebrates the excellence of legal service providers who serve the New York legal community. With a ballot comprising several dozen legal service categories, the annual reader survey is distributed digitally and in print to a combined readership of more than 200,000 subscribers and is used as a resource by lawyers and law firms in search of New Yorks finest legal products and service providers. The Hall of Fame is reserved for providers who have repeatedly received the highest ratings in their respective category, achieving Best of recognition for at least three of the last four years. JND is honored to receive this award and to have been identified by the New York legal community as a superior claims administrator three years in a row, says Jennifer Keough, CEO and co-founder at JND. This recognition is a testament to the earned trust that the legal community has placed in our firm. Thank you to readers of the Journal for your continued support. Consistently delivering the most responsive and trustworthy litigation support and technically superior results in the industry, JNDs class action administration team has overseen some of the most complex class action, mass tort, and remediation programs in recent United States history. The firm has been recognized by the New York Law Journal and other regional and national surveys published by ALM Media every year since its founding, achieving awards for excellence in claims administration, as well as legal notice and advertising and end-to-end eDiscovery services. About JND Legal Administration JND Legal Administration is a legal management and administration company trusted by law firms, government agencies and Fortune 500 companies across the nation. Founded in 2016 and led by industry veterans Jennifer Keough, Neil Zola and David Isaac, JND delivers best-in-class legal services in the areas of class action settlement administration, mass tort claims and lien resolution, eDiscovery, legal notice programs, government services and healthcare solutions. The company is backed by Stone Point Capital and has offices in California, Minnesota, New York, Washington and Washington, D.C. For more information about JND, visit www.JNDLA.com.

JND Legal Administration Inducted into New York Law Journal Hall of Fame Readers of the Journal Rank JND as a Best Claims Administrator Third Year in a Row

CARLSBAD, Calif., Nov. 9, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- New You, Inc. (NWYU) announced today that its subsidiary, NEWYOU LLC, has officially released a new luxury collection of anti-aging skincare products with its Youthbomb Rapid Age Reversal System. With uniquely targeted anti-aging solutions for women and men, Youthbomb hits all the right spots. It features proven cosmeceutical skin restoring powerhouses and NEWYOU's signature nano technology rapid delivery system, which includes a Nanosomal Skin Active CBD time-released over a 24 hour period to provide unmatched skin penetration. The Youthbomb collection contains four new products: a Nanomist Activator, a Nanomist Activator Concentrate, an InstaLift 5-minute Age Erasing cream, and an Age Reversal Serum. Each product is formulated to work together or independently for quick-acting youth-enhancing results from start to finish. "Face it, most of us want to feel and look younger than we are. We've introduced some of the most innovative problem-solving wellness solutions in the nutritional and CBD industries this year. Youthbomb is an exciting next step for us. It's one thing to see the trends, it's a whole other level when you can introduce a market-ready brand like Youthbomb that can transform someone's appearance!" CEO Ray Grimm Jr. said. For more information visit:https://newyoupro.com/tryyouthbomb/ ABOUT New You, Inc.: New You, Inc. is a publicly traded company (NWYU) that currently holds one subsidiary, NEWYOU LLC, a leading marketer and distributor of premium CBD products founded by CEO Ray Grimm Jr. A visionary entrepreneur and wellness industry pioneer, Grimm has founded six health and wellness companies growing three of them to over $50 million in sales in their first five years. New You, Inc. management will be focused on strategies to diversify revenue streams and develop new business models in the months ahead to determine which brands and/or products should be added next. Forward-Looking StatementThis press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements involve risks and uncertainties, including, but not limited to, risks and effects of legal and administrative proceedings and governmental regulation, especially in a foreign country, future financial and operational results, competition, general economic conditions, proposed transactions that are not legally binding obligations of the company and the ability to manage and continue growth. Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual outcomes may vary materially from those indicated. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements we make in this news release include the introduction of new technology, market conditions and those set forth in reports or documents we file from time to time with the SEC. We undertake no obligation to revise or update such statements to reflect current events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. Contact:Tammy Boonstra[emailprotected] SOURCE New You, Inc. Related Links https://newyoupro.com

New You, Inc. (NWYU) Makes Major Move into the Anti-Aging Skincare Category With its Youthbomb Rapid Age Reversal System

DUBLIN, May 1, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Meat Snacks Market: Growth, Trends and Forecast 2020-2025" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The global meat snacks market is expected to register a CAGR of 9% during the forecast period, 2019 to 2024.The market is driven by the increased demand for snacks that are rich in nutrients, such as omega-3s, iron, and vitamin B12. The portable snacks make it a convenient option for consumers requiring healthy meat snacks for on-the-go. The rapid growth of the e-commerce sector will also aid the growth of the market by offering a wide array of meat snacks for online purchase.Key Market TrendsIncreasing Popularity of Sausages, GloballyConsumers are increasingly purchasing three major varieties of meat snacks, such as jerky, sticks, and sausages. While jerky is popular in North America and Europe, sausages are increasingly gaining market shares in non-traditional countries, such as India and China. Brands, like Conagra, are offering pickled sausages in several flavors and pack sizes to meet the unique preferences of consumers. Also, the launch of different product forms, like handmade sausage crisps, are expected to have a positive impact on the market demand as well.North America Witnessed Highest RevenuesThe United States is the largest market in North America and worldwide, wherein meat snacks are seen as basic food products. Beef is the single largest meat type in the country. People in the region, especially individuals following an active and healthy lifestyle, are opting for peppered flavor beef jerky due to its health benefits and taste. Moreover, with the increasing popularity of grab and go protein snacks, producers of jerky and dried meat snacks are capitalizing on the concept by introducing new products to meet the growing demand.Competitive LandscapeConagra Brands Inc., Hormel Foods Corporation, THANASI FOODS, and JACK LINK'S LLC, are some of the companies leading the meat snacks market. Major players have focused on the long-term strategies, involving product and flavor innovation, as the market demand is shifting toward a region-specific and exotic range of flavors. Additionally, a large number of international players are expanding their geographical presence to expand their customer reach.Key Topics Covered 1 INTRODUCTION1.1 Study Deliverables1.2 Study Assumptions1.3 Scope of the Study2 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY3 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY4 MARKET DYNAMICS4.1 Market Drivers4.2 Market Restraints4.3 Porter's Five Forces Analysis4.3.1 Threat of New Entrants4.3.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers4.3.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers4.3.4 Threat of Substitute Products4.3.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry5 MARKET SEGMENTATION5.1 By Product Type5.1.1 Jerky5.1.2 Sticks5.1.3 Sausages5.1.4 Other Product Types5.2 By Distribution Channel5.2.1 Convenience Stores5.2.2 Hypermarkets/Supermarkets5.2.3 Online Retailers5.2.4 Other Distribution Channels5.3 Geography5.3.1 North America5.3.1.1 United States5.3.1.2 Canada5.3.1.3 Mexico5.3.1.4 Rest of North America5.3.2 Europe5.3.2.1 Germany5.3.2.2 United Kingdom5.3.2.3 France5.3.2.4 Spain5.3.2.5 Russia5.3.2.6 Italy5.3.2.7 Rest of Europe5.3.3 Asia-Pacific5.3.3.1 China5.3.3.2 Japan5.3.3.3 India5.3.3.4 Australia5.3.3.5 Rest of Asia-Pacific5.3.4 South America5.3.4.1 Brazil5.3.4.2 Argentina5.3.4.3 Rest of South America5.3.5 Middle East and Africa5.3.5.1 South Africa5.3.5.2 Saudi Arabia5.3.5.3 Rest of Africa6 COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE6.1 Most Active Companies6.2 Most Adopted Strategies6.3 Market Share Analysis6.4 Company Profiles6.4.1 Conagra Brands Inc.6.4.2 Hormel Foods Corporation.6.4.3 JACK LINK'S LLC6.4.4 Golden Valley Natural6.4.5 The Meatsnacks Group6.4.6 Bridgford Foods Corporation6.4.7 Monogram Food Solutions LLC6.4.8 Nestle S.A.7 MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDSFor more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/7eo2np Research and Markets also offers Custom Research services providing focused, comprehensive and tailored research. Media Contact: Research and Markets Laura Wood, Senior Manager [emailprotected] For E.S.T Office Hours Call +1-917-300-0470 For U.S./CAN Toll Free Call +1-800-526-8630 For GMT Office Hours Call +353-1-416-8900 U.S. Fax: 646-607-1907 Fax (outside U.S.): +353-1-481-1716 SOURCE Research and Markets Related Links http://www.researchandmarkets.com

Global Meat Snacks Market, Forecast to 2025 - Conagra Brands, Hormel Foods, Thanasi Foods, and Jack Link's are the Leading Players

LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Technavio has been monitoring the electric vehicle relays market and it is poised to grow by $ 14.92 bn during 2020-2024, progressing at a CAGR of almost 31% during the forecast period. The report offers an up-to-date analysis regarding the current market scenario, latest trends and drivers, and the overall market environment. Although the COVID-19 pandemic continues to transform the growth of various industries, the immediate impact of the outbreak is varied. While a few industries will register a drop in demand, numerous others will continue to remain unscathed and show promising growth opportunities. Technavios in-depth research has all your needs covered as our research reports include all foreseeable market scenarios, including pre- & post-COVID-19 analysis. We offer $1000 worth of FREE customization The market is fragmented, and the degree of fragmentation will accelerate during the forecast period. DENSO Corp., Fujitsu Ltd., Hella GmbH & Co. KGaA, Littelfuse Inc., OMRON Corp., Panasonic Corp., Robert Bosch GmbH, Sensata Technologies Holding Plc, Siemens AG, and TE Connectivity Ltd. are some of the major market participants. To make the most of the opportunities, market vendors should focus more on the growth prospects in the fast-growing segments, while maintaining their positions in the slow-growing segments. Buy 1 Technavio report and get the second for 50% off. Buy 2 Technavio reports and get the third for free. View market snapshot before purchasing Preference for bi-directional & inductive charging systems has been instrumental in driving the growth of the market. However, recall of electric vehicles over defective relays and related components might hamper market growth. Technavio's custom research reports offer detailed insights on the impact of COVID-19 at an industry level, a regional level, and subsequent supply chain operations. This customized report will also help clients keep up with new product launches in direct & indirect COVID-19 related markets, upcoming vaccines and pipeline analysis, and significant developments in vendor operations and government regulations. Download a Free Sample Report on COVID-19 Impacts Electric Vehicle Relays Market 2020-2024: Segmentation Electric Vehicle Relays Market is segmented as below: Electric Vehicle Relays Market 2020-2024: Scope Technavio presents a detailed picture of the market by the way of study, synthesis, and summation of data from multiple sources. The electric vehicle relays market report covers the following areas: This study identifies the increasing adoption of battery electric vehicles and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles as one of the prime reasons driving the electric vehicle relays market growth during the next few years. Technavio suggests three forecast scenarios (optimistic, probable, and pessimistic) considering the impact of COVID-19. Technavios in-depth research has direct and indirect COVID-19 impacted market research reports. Register for a free trial today and gain instant access to 17,000+ market research reports. Technavio's SUBSCRIPTION platform Electric Vehicle Relays Market 2020-2024: Key Highlights Table of Contents: Executive Summary Market Landscape Market Sizing Five Forces Analysis Market Segmentation by Relay terminal Customer landscape Geographic Landscape Vendor Landscape Vendor Analysis Appendix About Us Technavio is a leading global technology research and advisory company. Their research and analysis focus on emerging market trends and provides actionable insights to help businesses identify market opportunities and develop effective strategies to optimize their market positions. With over 500 specialized analysts, Technavios report library consists of more than 17,000 reports and counting, covering 800 technologies, spanning across 50 countries. Their client base consists of enterprises of all sizes, including more than 100 Fortune 500 companies. This growing client base relies on Technavios comprehensive coverage, extensive research, and actionable market insights to identify opportunities in existing and potential markets and assess their competitive positions within changing market scenarios.

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BOSTON, June 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Stealth BioTherapeutics Corp (Nasdaq: MITO), a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on the discovery, development and commercialization of novel therapies for diseases involving mitochondrial dysfunction, today announced that Reenie McCarthy, CEO, will participate in a fireside chat at the virtual BMO Capital Markets 2020 Prescriptions for Success Healthcare Conference on Tuesday, June 23 at 3:00 p.m. ET. A live audio webcast of the event will be available on the Investors & News section of Stealth's website athttps://investor.stealthbt.com/. A replay of the webcast will be archived on Stealth's website for 30 days following the event. About Stealth We are a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on the discovery, development and commercialization of novel therapies for diseases involving mitochondrial dysfunction. Mitochondria, found in nearly every cell in the body, are the body's main source of energy production and are critical for normal organ function. Dysfunctional mitochondria characterize a number of rare genetic diseases and are involved in many common age-related diseases, typically involving organ systems with high energy demands such as the heart, the eye, and the brain. We believe our lead product candidate, elamipretide, has the potential to treat both rare metabolic cardiomyopathies, such as Barth, Duchenne and Becker muscular dystrophies and Friedreich's ataxia, as well as ophthalmic diseases entailing mitochondrial dysfunction, such as dry age-related macular degeneration and Leber's hereditary optic neuropathy. We are evaluating our second-generation clinical stage candidate, SBT-272, for rare neurodegenerative disease indications following promising preclinical data in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS. We have optimized our discovery platform to identify novel mitochondria-targeted compounds, including SBT-259, the SBT-550 series of compounds, and other compounds which may be nominated as therapeutic product candidates or utilized as scaffolds to deliver other compounds to mitochondria. Investor RelationsStern Investor RelationsJanhavi Mohite, 212-362-1200[emailprotected] SOURCE Stealth BioTherapeutics Inc. Related Links http://www.stealthbt.com

Stealth BioTherapeutics to Present at BMO Capital Markets 2020 Prescriptions for Success Healthcare Conference

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Knightscope, Inc., a developer of advanced physical security technologies utilizing fully autonomous robots focused on enhancing U.S. security operations, announced today it won 2nd place in the Power of Passengers Challenge along with a $20,000 prize. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA), part of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), wants to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of its security efforts, as well as improve passenger security screening experience by leveraging innovative approaches and technologies. Of particular interest to the agency are approaches that provide insight into situational and/or operational awareness, security screenings, passenger arrivals, international arrival transfers, and COVID-19 recovery. The TSA employs over 50,000 transportation security officers. "Knightscope's Autonomous Security Robots (ASRs) are patrolling across the country 24/7/365 and we could not be more honored to have our efforts recognized by the Transportation Security Administration. It is another step forward on our mission to helping make the United States of America become the safest country in the world," said William Santana Li, chairman and chief executive officer, Knightscope, Inc. About Knightscope Knightscope is an advanced security technology company based in Silicon Valley that builds fully autonomous security robots that deter, detect and report. Our long-term ambition is to make the United States of America the safest country in the world. Learn more about us at www.knightscope.com. Follow Knightscope on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram.

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PUNE, India, May 25, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The global advanced wound care market size is expected to reach USD 15.59 billion by 2027, exhibiting a CAGR of 5.1% during the forecast period. The increasing cases of chronic wounds such as foot ulcers, pressure ulcers, and venous ulcers around the world can be a vital factor in bolstering the growth of the market. Moreover, the growing treatment of acute wounds in the developing nations will promote the growth of the market in the forthcoming years, states Fortune Business Insights in a report, titled "Advanced Wound Care Market Size, Share & Industry Analysis, By Product (Advanced Wound Dressings, Wound Care Devices, Active Wound Care), By Indication (Diabetic Foot Ulcers, Pressure Ulcers, Surgical Wounds, and Others), By End, User (Hospitals, Clinics, Homecare Settings, and Others), and Regional Forecast, 2020-2027"the market size stood at USD 10.43 billion in 2019. The advancement in treatment methods of wounds will create lucrative business openings for the market. Continue Reading Advanced Wound Care Market Analysis, Insights and Forecast, 2016-2027 Request a Sample Copy of the Research Report:https://www.fortunebusinessinsights.com/enquiry/request-sample-pdf/advanced-wound-care-market-100060 Market Driver: Instigation of Effective Therapies to Facilitate Colossal Development The growing need for effective and proficient treatment of chronic wounds among patients will impel companies to introduce innovative therapies. The rising unmet patient needs is a critical factor expected to fuel demand for novel treatment options for patients in developing nations. The release of effective therapies for hard-to-heal chronic wounds by pre-eminent organizations will support the growth of the market. An Overview of the Impact of COVID-19 on this Market:The emergence of COVID-19 has brought the world to a standstill. We understand that this health crisis has brought an unprecedented impact on businesses across industries. However, this too shall pass. Rising support from governments and several companies can help in the fight against this highly contagious disease. There are some industries that are struggling and some are thriving. Overall, almost every sector is anticipated to be impacted by the pandemic.We are taking continuous efforts to help your business sustain and grow during COVID-19 pandemics. Based on our experience and expertise, we will offer you an impact analysis of coronavirus outbreak across industries to help you prepare for the future.To get the short-term and long-term impact of COVID-19 on this Market.Please visit: https://www.fortunebusinessinsights.com/industry-reports/advanced-wound-care-market-100060For instance, MTF Biologics, a global nonprofit organization innovating in tissue and organ donation for safe and sound healing, unveiled AminoBand viable membrane at the Wound Healing Society (WHS) conference in the U.S. Similarly, the constant R&D activities for the improvement in collagen dressings, skin grafts, and effective healing therapies will aid massive growth of the market in the foreseeable future. According to the National Institute of Health, diabetic foot ulcers cost an estimated USD 9 to USD 13 billion for treatment in the U.S. alone each year. In addition, the rising efforts of companies to reduce the treatment cost of acute and chronic wounds will subsequently enhance the market potential. Market Restraint:High-priced Therapies to Constrict Market Expansion The high-cost associated with superior wound products will be a restricting factor for the growth of the market. The unfavorable reimbursement policies pertaining to wound care products such as negative pressure wound therapy, and skin grafts in emerging nations will further dwindle the growth of the market during the forecast period. The lack of awareness regarding the effective therapies and devices in various regions will further limit the adoption of wound care products in the foreseeable future. The inclination towards conventional treatment options in developing countries will aggravate the adoption of innovative therapies, which in turn, will retard the growth of the market. Quick Buy - Advanced Wound Care Market Research Report:https://www.fortunebusinessinsights.com/checkout-page/100060Regional Analysis:Developing Healthcare Infrastructure to Favor Growth in Asia Pacific The market size in North America stood generated a revenue of USD 4.35 billion in 2019 and is likely to remain dominant during the forecast period owing to the rising cases of chronic and acute wounds. The rising patent pool for diabetic foot ulcers and surgical wounds will further promote the growth of the market. The market in Asia Pacific is likely to rise tremendously during the forecast period due to the developing healthcare infrastructure. The evolving facilities in hospitals and a surge in healthcare spending by the government will have a significant impact on the market during the forecast period. The growing demand for advanced therapies and active R&D activities by key players will influence growth in the region. Nonetheless, the lack of knowledge regarding novel products and devices in remote areas will restrict the growth in Asia Pacific.Key Development:February 2019: Axio Biosolutions Pvt. Ltd.,a medtech R&D, and Manufacturing Company concentrated on surgical and wound care products announced the launch of MaxioCel, an advanced Ground-breaking wound care dressing made of chitosan. List of the Key Companies Operating in the Advanced Wound Care Market are: Smith & Nephew 3M MiMedx Coloplast Corp ConvaTec Inc. Tissue Regenix Derma Sciences Inc. Mlnlycke Health Care AB Organogenesis Inc. Other Players Have Any Query? Ask Our Experts: https://www.fortunebusinessinsights.com/enquiry/speak-to-analyst/advanced-wound-care-market-100060Detailed Table of Content: Introduction Research Scope Market Segmentation Research Methodology Definitions and Assumptions Executive Summary Market Dynamics Market Drivers Market Restraints Market Opportunities Key Insights Prevalence of Key Indications, By Key Countries, 2019 Economic cost Burden of Chronic wounds in Key Countries, 2019 New Product Launch, By Key Players Key Industry Developments Mergers, Acquisition and Partnership Overview: Impact of COVID-19 on Advanced Wound Care Global Advanced Wound Care Market Analysis, Insights and Forecast, 2016-2027 Key Findings / Summary Market Analysis, Insights and Forecast By Product Advanced Wound Dressings Alginate Dressings Hydrogel Dressings Film Dressings Hydrocolloid Dressings Antimicrobial Dressings Foam Dressings Others Wound Care Devices Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy Others (Compression Therapy, etc. Active Wound Care Biological Skin Equivalents Growth Factors Biological Dressings Others Market Analysis, Insights and Forecast By Indication Diabetic Foot Ulcers Pressure Ulcers Surgical Wounds Others Market Analysis, Insights and Forecast By End Use Hospitals Clinics Home Care Settings Other Market Analysis, Insights and Forecast By Region North America Europe Asia Pacific Latin America Middle East & Africa TOC Continued.!!!Request for Customization:https://www.fortunebusinessinsights.com/enquiry/customization/advanced-wound-care-market-100060Have a Look at Related Reports:Active Wound Care Market Size, Share and Global Trend by Product Type (Biological Skin Equivalents, Growth Factors, Biological Dressings), Indication (Diabetic Foot Ulcers, Pressure Ulcers, Lower Limb Ulcers), End User (Hospitals, Clinics, Home Care Settings) and Geography Forecast till 2025Advanced Wound Dressings Market Size, Share and Global Trend By Product Type (Alginate Dressings, Hydrogel Dressings, Film Dressings, Hydrocolloid Dressings, Antimicrobial Dressings, Foam Dressings), Indication (Diabetic Foot Ulcers, Pressure Ulcers, Surgical Wounds), End Users (Hospitals, Clinics, Home Care Settings) and Geography Forecast till 2025Wound Care Devices Market Size, Share and Global Trend By Product Type (Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT), Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT), Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT)), Indication (Diabetic Foot Ulcers, Pressure Ulcers, Surgical Wounds), End Users (Hospitals, Clinics, Home Care Settings) and Geography Forecast till 2025About Us:Fortune Business Insights offers expert corporate analysis and accurate data, helping organizations of all sizes make timely decisions. 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Advanced Wound Care Market to Reach USD 15.59 Billion by 2027; Innovation in Treatment Methods to Offer Rewarding Breaks, states Fortune Business Insights Key Companies Covered in the Advanced Wound Care Market Research Report Are Smith & Nephew, 3M, MiMedx, Coloplast Corp, ConvaTec Inc., Tissue Regenix, Derma Sciences Inc., Mlnlycke Health Care AB, Organogenesis Inc., among others

AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--For more than six months, the pandemics safety restrictions kept the memory care residents in Shannon Carrillos care from having their hair done. With visitation limited at Silverado Barton Springs, as at other senior living communities across Austin and nationwide, its stylist couldnt enter the building, nor could residents leave for beauty and barber appointments. Then Carrillo, a licensed vocational nurse at Silverado Barton Springs, took matters into her own hands, literally. A licensed cosmetologist before she became a nurse, she decided to provide haircuts, color and perms at the community during her time off. I wanted to do what I could, Carrillo said. Seeing how happy the residents have been with their hair done makes me feel good. While the year has been challenging for those in the health care field, Carrillo and other team members at Silverado Barton Springs say love for the residents and fellow staff has them excited to come to work every day. They credit Silverados guiding principle of Love is greater than fear with creating an environment of trust that encourages expression of feelings. This understanding motivates us to base our actions on what is best for those around us rather than on the fear of possible negative consequences or criticism, said Michelle Neumann, administrator for Silverado Barton Springs. It encourages us to take risks, engage in creativity like Shannon did, and come from the heart in caring for our residents and each other as team members. The industry trade publication Senior Housing News said in an interview with Silverado Founder, President & CEO Loren Shook earlier this year that the company and its services have been studied nationally and internationally for their impact on individuals with memory care needs. Hallmarks include its Nexus at Silverado early-stage brain health program. The company developed the specialized 20-hour weekly initiative based on studies showing purposeful programming may slow disease progression and change pathologies of many common dementias. Academic research has validated that people taking part in Nexus at Silverado demonstrated a 60% improvement in cognition compared to those who did not participate, Neumann said. Another key practice is providing dementia training to all staff, regardless of their position, so each can take an active role in care. Residents flourish in this environment, said Patience Buchanan, lead care manager in the Austin office of Accountable Aging Care Management and previously a social worker at a Silverado community. From the moment they enter Silverado, everyone understands them, from housekeepers and dining servers to caregivers and nurses. Reducing medication use and tracking data on care results are among the companys core practices. Across its communities, fewer than three percent of Silverados residents need to make emergency room and urgent care visits, compared to more than 30-percent for assisted living overall. Less than three and a half percent are hospitalized on an acute basis, while the figure for assisted living in general is nearly 24-percent. Central to Silverado is what it calls the living environment. It includes the abundant presence of dogs, cats, birds and other animals. Another component, which is on hiatus due to the pandemic, is bringing children and residents together to the benefit of both generations. In addition to partnering with schools and youth organizations, Silverado encourages associates to bring their youngsters to work with them. Youth participation will begin at Silverado at Barton Springs when it is safe. The community opened in August, 2020 amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Silverado has innovated and invested in its prevention protocols, said Neumann. For example, all team members wear form-fitting KN95 masks. Providing a higher level of protection than standard surgical masks, they fully cover the nose and go under the chin. The community provides fresh KN95 masks to team members at the start of each shift and care has been taken to ensure they dont hinder communication with residents. We stand in front of residents when speaking with them and convey expression with our eyes, Neumann said. We slow our speech down and use body language, too. Silverado has created what it believes are the industrys first observation areas, which provide unique spaces for engagement, access to the outdoors, dining and other aspects of purposeful care while preventing potential infection and spread. Throughout the pandemic, Silverados culture and focus on engagement have not faltered, Neumann said. Silverado operated three memory communities in Austin before leaving the market in the summer of 2019. It returned to Austin, opening Silverado Barton Springs in August, 2020, at the urging of residents families and former employees, Neumann said. Deborah Hodgkins mother and late father previously resided with Silverado and her mother now lives at Silverado Barton Springs. Silverados homelike atmosphere is real. When I learned the company was coming back to Austin, it was like a prayer answered. Shannon Carrillo, the Silverado nurse who offered to cut hair, said: It matters to me that we not only care for our residents we get to love them as people who have lived long, meaningful lives.

More Than Just a Haircut: Silverado Nurses Actions Show Loves Power

LOS ANGELES, July 23, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Hercules Investments, a Los Angeles based Registered Investment Advisor and Independent Wealth Advisor, has announced the hire of Loreal McDonald as Corporate Counsel and Interim Chief Operating Officer (COO). Prior to joining Hercules Investments, Loreal was Of Counsel to the Stuart, Florida-based Law Firm of Gary, Williams, Parenti, Watson & Gary, P.L.LC., where her work focused on complex commercial and civil litigation, including matters involving corporate disputes, regulatory compliance and corporate governance. Prior to Gary, Williams, McDonald was a corporate securities attorney with a premier law firm in New York City, where she represented Fortune 100 companies and investment funds on complex instruments, capital markets and transactions. In that capacity, she was also involved in representation of both sponsors and investors in connection with ongoing management of international and domestic private investment funds, including hedge funds, venture capital funds, private equity funds and funds-of-funds. She also advised investment funds regarding compliance with Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) rules that apply to fund operation. Loreal attended Howard University and Howard University School of law, where she earned a bachelor's degree in Political Science with honors and a Juris Doctor with honors, respectively. Loreal is a very active member of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated and enjoys serving in various leadership roles in many of the organization's charitable endeavors. Recognized in 2018 by Legacy Magazine as one of South Florida's "Most Influential and Prominent Women in Business and Industry," Loreal is a frequent speaker in academic, and professional settings involving business, technology and law. "Loreal is a detail and results-oriented veteran with the perfect combination of a strong work ethic and securities specific expertise; both key to our growth objectives. I am confident she will leverage these attributes to add tremendous value to our team," said James McDonald, CEO & CIO of Hercules Investments."I am looking forward to seeing meaningful increases to our bottom-line results by bringing her into our firm." Loreal will focus on executing several strategic growth initiatives at Hercules Investments, while ensuring the integrity of all regulatory and compliance aspects of the company, as well. "I am honored and delighted to be a part of Hercules Investments," said Loreal. "The incredible performance of Hercules Investments during these unprecedented times serves to inspire great confidence in the great success that is on the horizon." Although they share the same surname, Loreal and James are not related. Hercules Investments is an alternative investment manager specializing in systematic investment strategies. The Hercules investment team features investment professionals averaging over 20 years of quantitative investing experience. ABOUT HERCULES INVESTMENTS: HerculesInvestments is a Los Angeles based Registered Investment Advisor.Hercules Investmentsapplies quantitative research to build and manage customized portfolios for Investors seeking maximum growth. Hercules Investments offers qualified client's market neutral Portfolio Management executed primarily through domestic Index Options. Hercules Investments' portfolios are designed to achieve aggressive gains whether markets are rising or falling. MEDIA CONTACT: Matt YemmaPeaks Strategies909-633-9396[emailprotected] SOURCE Hercules Investments LLC

Loreal McDonald named Corporate Counsel and Interim Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Hercules Investments Hercules Adds Securities Attorney to its executive team to meet aggressive growth objectives

SAN DIEGO, March 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Kintara Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: KTRA) ("Kintara" or the "Company"), a biopharmaceutical company focused on the development of new solid tumor cancer therapies, announces that its President and CEO Saiid Zarrabian will present at the H.C. Wainwright Global Life Sciences Conference taking place March 9-10, 2021. The presentation will be available on-demand beginningat 7:00 A.M. ET on Tuesday, March 9, 2021 and will be available for 90 days.For those interested in viewing Mr. Zarrabian's presentation, conference registration can be accessed here. Mr. Zarrabian will also be available for virtual one-on-one meetings on March 9-10, 2021 and meeting requests can be made once registered. About KintaraLocated in San Diego, California, Kintara (NASDAQ: KTRA) is dedicated to the development of novel cancer therapies for patients with rare unmet medical needs. Kintara is currently developing two Phase 3-ready therapeutics, VAL-083 for glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) and REM-001 for cutaneous metastatic breast cancer (CMBC). VAL-083 is a"first-in-class",small-molecule chemotherapeutic with a novel mechanism of action that has demonstrated clinical activity against a range of cancers, including central nervous system, ovarian and other solid tumors (e.g., NSCLC, bladder cancer, head and neck) in U.S. clinical trials sponsored by the National Cancer Institute (NCI). Based on Kintara's internal research programs and these priorNCI-sponsoredclinical studies, Kintara is currently conducting clinical trials to support the development and commercialization ofVAL-083in GBM. REM-001 is a proprietary, late-stage photodynamic therapy platform that holds promise as a localized cutaneous, or visceral, tumor treatment as well as in other potential indications. REM-001therapy has been previously studied in four Phase 2/3 clinical trials in patients with CMBC who had previously received chemotherapy and/or failed radiation therapy. With clinical efficacy of 80% complete responses of CMBC evaluable lesions and an existing robust safety database of approximately 1,100 patients across multiple indications, Kintara is advancing theREM-001CMBC program to late-stage pivotal testing. For more information, please visitwww.kintara.comor follow uson Twitter at@Kintara_Thera,FacebookandLinkedin. Safe Harbor StatementAny statements contained in this press release that do not describe historical facts may constitute forward-looking statements as that term is defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including statements regarding the status of the Company's clinical trials and the GBM AGILE study. Any forward-looking statements contained herein are based on current expectations but are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties. The factors that could cause actual future results to differ materially from current expectations include, but are not limited to, risks and uncertainties relating to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Company's operations and clinical trials; the Company's ability to develop, market and sell products based on its technology; the expected benefits and efficacy of the Company's products and technology; the availability of substantial additional funding for the Company to continue its operations and to conduct research and development, clinical studies and future product commercialization; and the Company's business, research, product development, regulatory approval, marketing and distribution plans and strategies. These and other factors are identified and described in more detail in the Company's filings with the SEC, including the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended June 30, 2020, the Company's Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, and the Company's Current Reports on Form 8-K. CONTACTSInvestorsCORE IR516-222-2560[emailprotected] MediaJules AbrahamDirector of Public RelationsCORE IR917-885-7378[emailprotected] SOURCE Kintara Therapeutics Related Links http://www.kintara.com

Kintara Therapeutics to Present at the H.C. Wainwright Global Life Sciences Conference

NEW YORK, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Today MMI announced that it has received its Media Rating Council (MRC) accreditation for both Measurement of Display Impressions (Begin to Render) and reporting of Bot (Invalid) and Valid activity in Desktop, Mobile Web and Mobile In-App environments. "This is a great validation of our patented approach to verification," said CEO and Founder Shailin Dhar. Based on 7 years of research and experience in the advertising technology industry, MMI has built an innovative product that can make a quality and IVT determination on every possible impression, and does not utilize cookies or PII." "We congratulate MMI on earning the distinction of MRC accreditation," said George W. Ivie, Executive Director and CEO of the MRC. "The accreditation process is a rigorous undertaking, and this achievement underscores MMI's commitment to protecting marketers' digital ad spend, and the high degree of quality with which they do so." "While receiving this seal for ad verification is celebrated, our story at MMI is bigger than just verification, we are also a verified data warehouse," said Dhar. MMI's product records data on every impression that is served, and therefore is able to connect the dots for marketers and help them use granular data to better understand their ad spend. Use cases range from connecting DSP and ad server data with quality metrics, supply path optimization, planning, negotiations with suppliers, among other things. MMI stores and retains all of this data indefinitely which has allowed teams across organizations to make better data-based decisions. Our data interoperability allows forward thinking marketing teams to dig into the data and improve outcomes. All in all, this is just the beginning for MMI and we expect many more exceptional developments into 2021 and beyond. SOURCE Method Media Intelligence Related Links https://www.methodmi.com

Method Media Intelligence (MMI) receives MRC accreditation

CHICAGO, Oct. 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- In-depth analysis and data-driven insights on the impact of COVID-19 included in this global digital x-ray market report. The global digital x-ray market sizeis expected to grow at a CAGR of over 7% during the period 20192025. Key Highlights Offered in the Report: The global digital X-ray market is expected to reach above 17 billion by 2025 with high single-digit growth rate of around 7% over the forecast period. Increasing popularity of handheld/mobile X-ray devices is one of the major drivers of the global digital X-ray devices market. Emergence of AI & robotic-enabled x-ray devices is anticipated to drive the future market growth of the digital X-ray devices worldwide. Dental imaging application segment is estimated to witness the highest CAGR of about 7.8% during the forecast period. Based on portability, the mobile segment will witness the highest CAGR of about 8% over the forecast period. The hospitals end-user segment accounted for the maximum share of around 46% in 2019. Key Offerings: Market Size & Forecast by Revenue | 20192025 Market Dynamics Leading trends, growth drivers, restraints, and investment opportunities Market Segmentation A detailed analysis by application, portability, end-user, and geography Competitive Landscape 6 key vendors and 55 other vendors Get your sample today! https://www.arizton.com/market-reports/digital-x-ray-market-size-analysis Digital X-Ray Market Segmentation Digital general radiography uses much less radiation and the images can be enhanced using computers. Digital X-ray imaging for general radiography offers many advantages including a wider dynamic range and the ability to manipulate the images generated. The rise in the patient pool, coupled with the growth in the geriatric population, technological advancements is contributing to the growth of the segment. Static digital X-ray devices offer appropriate image interpretation and clinical action due to increase in communication between the attending professional and the radiologist within the same room. However, static systems need heavy and costly apparatus. The hospitals end-users segment is likely to witness an absolute growth of over 49% during the forecast period. However, hospitals are considered as the traditional healthcare providers of digital X-ray procedures and the volume is high, especially in developing countries. Digital X-Ray Market by Application General Radiography Interventional Radiography Dental Imaging Mammography Digital X-Ray Market by Portability Static Mobile Digital X-Ray Market by End-user Hospitals Diagnostic Imaging Centers Dental Care Settings Others Digital X-Ray Market Dynamics The use of artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics has been rapidly progressing in medicine, particularly in the field of digital radiography. AI refers to computer systems that perform tasks normally requiring human intelligence, such as visual perception, speech recognition, decision making, and language translating. AI algorithms have already found a remarkable purpose in the tasks of image recognition. In particular, AI methods excel at automatically recognizing complex patterns in imaging data and providing a quantitative assessment of image characteristics. In addition, the rapid growth of robotics in medicine opens new opportunities for digital X-ray procedures with higher precision and accuracy. Key Drivers and Trends fueling Market Growth: Growing Demand for Interventional X-Ray Devices High Growth Potential in LMICs Rising Target Patient Pool Increasing Popularity of Mobile X-ray Devices Digital X-Ray Market Geography The presence of a large patient population, coupled with better access to treatment for various acute and chronic diseases, is the primary factor boosting the North America digital x-ray market. The presence of prominent digital x-ray devices vendors is also another reason for the high uptake of digital x-ray devices in North America. The rise in the patient pool with various diseases and the necessity to diagnose and treat diseases with advanced procedures, such as radiography, fluoroscopy, and angiography, mammography are expected to boost the market during the forecast period. Get your sample today! https://www.arizton.com/market-reports/digital-x-ray-market-size-analysis Digital X-Ray Market by Geography North America US Canada Europe UK Germany France Italy Spain APAC China Japan South Korea Australia India Latin America Brazil Mexico Argentina Middle East & Africa South Africa Saudi Arabia Turkey Major Vendors Siemens Healthineers GE Healthcare Koninklijke Philips Canon Medical Systems Fujifilm Carestream Health Other Prominent Vendors Amber Diagnostics BD ACTEON ADANI Agfa-Gevaert Allengers AMICO Arcoma ATS BPL Medical Technologies Control-X Medical CUATTRO Dentsply Sirona DMS IMAGING DRGEM Drr Dental EXAMION GMM Hologic IDETEC ITALRAY INTERMEDICAL KAVO Kiran Konica Minolta KUB Technologies Medlink Imaging Medtronic Shenzhen Mindray Bio-Medical Electronics MinFound Medical Systems MINXRAY MS Westfalia Narang Medical New Medical Imaging OR Technology Owandy Radiology PLANMECA Perlove Medical PointNix PROTEC ROESYS MedTec Samsung Healthcare Shenzhen Angell Technology Shenzhen Landwind Industry Shimadzu Sedecal SIUI SternMed Stephanix Villa Sistemi Medicali Visaris VUNO VATECH United Imaging Healthcare Skanray Technologies Trident Explore our healthcare & lifesciencesprofile to know more about the industry. Read some of the top-selling reports: Medical Linear Accelerator Market - Global Outlook and Forecast 2020-2025 Multiparameter Patient Monitoring Devices Market - Global Outlook and Forecast 2020-2025 Nebulizer Market - Global Outlook and Forecast 2020-2025 Pulse Oximeters Market - Global Outlook and Forecast 2020-2025 About Arizton: AriztonAdvisory and Intelligence is an innovation and quality-driven firm, which offers cutting-edge research solutions to clients across the world. We excel in providing comprehensive market intelligence reports and advisory and consulting services. We offer comprehensive market research reports on industries such as consumer goods & retail technology, automotive and mobility, smart tech, healthcare, and life sciences, industrial machinery, chemicals and materials, IT and media, logistics and packaging. These reports contain detailed industry analysis, market size, share, growth drivers, and trend forecasts. Arizton comprises a team of exuberant and well-experienced analysts who have mastered in generating incisive reports. Our specialist analysts possess exemplary skills in market research. We train our team in advanced research practices, techniques, and ethics to outperform in fabricating impregnable research reports. Mail: [emailprotected]Call: +1-312-235-2040 +1 302 469 0707 SOURCE Arizton Advisory & Intelligence

Digital X-Ray Market Size to Reach Revenues of over USD 17 Billion by 2025 - Arizton

NORFOLK, Va., June 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --PRA Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: PRAA), a global leader in acquiring and collecting nonperforming loans, today announced that Geir Olsen resigned from the board of directors effective June 14, 2020 in order to focus on other business obligations. Olsen became the chief executive officer of PRA Group Europe when PRA Group acquired Aktiv Kapital, AS in July 2014. Olsen, who had served as the chief executive officer of Aktiv Kapital since September 2011, continued in the role of chief executive officer of PRA Group Europe until January 2016 when he was elected to PRA Group's board of directors. During his tenure as a director, Olsen served on the Strategy Committee, Compliance Committee and Audit Committee. "On behalf of PRA, I would like to thank Geir for his contributions to the Company over the past six years. In his role as chief executive officer of PRA Group Europe, Geir's knowledge and expertise in the European market was valuable and advantageous as we integrated the two companies and then expanded into additional countries. As a board member, his perspective and support were beneficial as we navigated the competitive environment in Europe," said Steve Fredrickson, chairman of the board of directors. Olsen added, "It has been a rewarding experience to be involved with PRA Group's transition to a global leader. My decision to leave the board was a difficult one given the good working relationship I have enjoyed with my fellow board members and the management team. As I devote additional time to my business endeavors, I wish PRA Group continued success." About PRA Group, Inc.As a global leader in acquiring and collecting nonperforming loans, PRA Group, Inc. returns capital to banks and other creditors to help expand financial services for consumers in the Americas and Europe. With thousands of employees worldwide, PRA Group, Inc. companies collaborate with customers to help them resolve their debt. For more information, please visit www.pragroup.com. Investor Contact:Darby Schoenfeld, CPAVice President, Investor Relations(757) 431-7913[emailprotected] News Media Contact:Elizabeth KerseyVice President, Communications and Public Policy(757) 431-3398[emailprotected] SOURCE PRA Group, Inc. Related Links http://www.pragroup.com

PRA Group Announces Geir Olsen's Departure from Board of Directors

Kandy cloud-based solutions deliver full Unified Communications, Collaboration and Omnichannel Contact Center WESTFORD, Mass., March 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Ribbon Communications Inc. (Nasdaq: RBBN), a global software leader in secure and intelligent cloud communications solutions, today announced the release of its cloud-based [emailprotected] offer, which delivers advanced remote working capabilities to enterprises and contact centers of any size. Continue Reading "In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, companies must be empowered to shift their operations to alternate locations quickly and efficiently," said Sacha Gera, Senior Vice President, Cloud Products. "Our KandyCommunications Platform as a Service (CPaaS)-based solutions enable companies to rapidly meet this need seamlessly and cost-effectively." Enterprises that need to switch their operational model to an all-remote workforce have access to a complete Unified Communications and Collaboration solution with Ribbon's Smart Office, which provides screensharing, HD video whiteboard, group chat, conferencing and more on both desktop and mobile clients. Fully functional licenses are available from select partnersfree of charge until June 30, 2020. Today's stressed supply chains and major disruptions make customer support more important than ever. Contact centers looking to keep their operations uninterrupted while moving to a decentralized and remote model can turn up a working contact center in 30 minutes via Kandy's Live Support, gaining a complete omnichannel contact center from aweb browser. "We remain completely committed to working closely with our customers and partners to minimize the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic," Mr. Gera added. About RibbonRibbon Communications (Nasdaq: RBBN) delivers global communications software and network solutions to service providers, enterprises, and critical infrastructure sectors. We engage deeply with our customers, helping them modernize their networks for improved competitive positioning and business outcomes in today's smart, always-on and data-hungry world. Our innovative, end-to-end solutions portfolio delivers unparalleled scale, performance, agility and automation and includes optical and packet networking, core to edge IP solutions, UCaaS/ CPaaS cloud offers, and leading-edge software security and analytics tools. To learn more, visit rbbn.com.Important Information Regarding Forward-Looking Statements The information in this release contains forward-looking statements regarding future events that involve risks and uncertainties, including statement regarding delivering value to customers. All statements other than statements of historical facts contained in this release are forward-looking statements. The actual results of Ribbon Communications may differ materially from those contemplated by the forward-looking statements. For further information regarding risks and uncertainties associated with Ribbon Communications' business, please refer to the "Risk Factors" section of Ribbon Communications' most recent annual or quarterly report filed with the SEC. Any forward-looking statements represent Ribbon Communications' views only as of the date on which such statement is made and should not be relied upon as representing Ribbon Communications' views as of any subsequent date. While Ribbon Communications may elect to update forward-looking statements at some point, Ribbon Communications specifically disclaims any obligation to do so. North American Press APAC, CALA & EMEA Press Dennis Watson Catherine Berthier +1 (214) 695-2224 +1 (646) 741-1974 [emailprotected] [emailprotected] Investor Relations Analyst Relations Monica Gould Michael Cooper +1 (212) 871-3927 +1 (708) 383-3387 [emailprotected] [emailprotected] SOURCE Ribbon Communications Inc.

Ribbon Launches [emailprotected], Facilitating Remote Work for Enterprises and Contact Centers English English

NEW ORLEANS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Former Attorney General of Louisiana Charles C. Foti, Jr., Esq. and the law firm of Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (KSF) are investigating the proposed sale of Severn Bancorp, Inc. (NasdaqCM: SVBI) to Shore Bancshares, Inc. (NasdaqGS: SHBI). Under the terms of the proposed transaction, shareholders of Severn will receive only 0.6207 shares of Shore common stock and $1.59 in cash for each share of Severn that they own. KSF is seeking to determine whether this consideration and the process that led to it are adequate, or whether the consideration undervalues the Company. If you believe that this transaction undervalues the Company and/or if you would like to discuss your legal rights regarding the proposed sale, you may, without obligation or cost to you, e-mail or call KSF Managing Partner Lewis S. Kahn (lewis.kahn@ksfcounsel.com) toll free at any time at 855-768-1857, or visit https://www.ksfcounsel.com/cases/nasdaqcm-svbi/ to learn more. To learn more about KSF, whose partners include the Former Louisiana Attorney General, visit www.ksfcounsel.com.

SEVERN BANCORP INVESTOR ALERT By the Former Attorney General of Louisiana: Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC Investigates Adequacy of Price and Process in Proposed Sale of Severn Bancorp, Inc. - SVBI

Legendary World Rugby Hall of Famer Teams Up with The Powell Companies Real, LLC for Mission-Driven Collection NEW YORK, Aug. 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Legendary World Rugby Hall of Famer, Phaidra Knight, in partnership with The Powell Companies Real, LLC (TPCR), today unveiled a functional, size-inclusive activewear line intended to bring recognition, equity and unity to women's sports, fashion and lifestyles introducing the PSK Collective. (PRNewsfoto/The Powell Companies Real, LLC) As a lifelong athlete, Knight was often forced to turn to custom clothing to fit her strong and athletic build. Recognizing that other women also faced this issue, Knight was inspired to create the PSK Collective inclusive, affordable athleisure that caters to athletic-bodied girls, women and other individuals alike. The new collection not only fills a significant void in the fashion marketplace, but along with the brand's team of Ambassadors strong, successful, professional female athletes pushes the boundaries of style and equality, while bringing well-deserved recognition to women in sports and life. "In addition to my obsession with sports, I have always been a lover of fashion," Phaidra Knight explained. "I was fortunate to be able to marry the two with custom clothing options to showcase my unique, streetwear-inspired look, but I knew that wasn't a realistic option for everyone. I was motivated to create a line of clothing that both caters to those with athletic figures and that goes far beyond style by giving back to a greater cause. Through my passion for fashion, sports, and women's rights, the PSK Collective was born. My hope is that it will create opportunity and inspiration for fellow female athletes everywhere." The PSK Collective is a fusion of activewear and streetwear. It is designed to push the boundaries of today's fashion offerings, combining top trends with functional details to empower, inspire and unleash the inner athlete. It is also designed to shift existing attitudes around fashion, expression and equality. Standing apart from the competition, the brand is launching a full court press for the greater good of social justice, and offers inclusive sizing and accessible price points so that all women can enjoy the shopping experience together, regardless of their age, size or background. The collection features stylish, comfortable apparel across all categories, along with contemporary fashion items including face masks and other PPE, all thoughtfully designed with notions of flawless, confidence-inspiring fits and real women in mind. TPCR is one of the premier diversified apparel and accessories designers and manufacturers. Their executives' decades of experience, coupled with the sporting diversity of the Champion Athlete Ambassadors, highlight the brand's core values of perseverance, strength and inclusivity. These qualities position the PSK Collective to forever change the way in which female athletes are viewed, and opens up the very important and long-overdue conversation about equality for women in sports. "Phaidra is a phenomenal woman and an inspiring athlete whose fans look up to her as much as we do," said Zahra Bahari, CEO of TPCR. "PSK Collective stands for the same notions that TPCR does: boundless strength, extensive inclusivity and the notion of women's infinite possibilities. Partnering with Phaidra has been a terrific way for us to further carry out our mission of creating inspiring and meaningful designs, and we're so excited about what's to come for PSK and women as a 'Collective.'" The collection is being launched to bring much needed exposure to female athletes worldwide, and in beneficiary partnership with the Women's Sports Foundation (WSF) a sport- and equity-based nonprofit organization with which Knight has been associated for years. Knight's role in WSF has advanced during that time from an advocacy internship responsibility to a WSF Athlete Ambassador and member of the Board of Trustees. Knight joins many other notable international Collective athletes committed to empowering the next generation of female athletes, and are doing so in many ways, including donating 15% of all PSK Collective net profits to WSF's efforts."We are honored that PSK Collective has designated the Women's Sports Foundation as the beneficiary of this groundbreaking new collection what a great fit with our mission," said WSF CEO, Deborah Antoine. "The Women's Sports Foundation exists to enable girls and women to reach their potential in sport and life. Phaidra Knight has been our ally, advocate, colleague and friend for many years, and we are thrilled for her and this much-needed, inclusive activewear line. We are grateful to Phaidra and PSK Collective for their donation, and we are excited to join others and get shopping!"The PSK Collective line features sustainably sourced, trend-focused apparel items including tops, bottoms, dresses, sweat suits, accessories, outerwear and PPE products. Prices range from $39 - $129, with inclusive size options that cater to a variety of body types ranging from XS to 3XL. Product is available for purchase at PSK-Collective.com.For more information on PSK Collective, visit www.psk-collective.com, and for the latest news follow along on the #YouCanDoAnything hashtag and at @PSK_Collective on Instagram and Twitter, and @PSKcollective on Facebook. For more information about The Powell Companies Real, LLC, visit www.thepowellcompaniesreal.com. For more information on Women's Sports Foundation, visit www.womenssportsfoundation.org and follow @womenssportsfoundation on Facebook and Instagram, and @womenssportsfdn on Twitter. About The Powell Companies Real, LLCThe Powell Companies Real, LLC is a diversified designer, manufacturer and distributor of a broad range of apparel and accessories in both the North American and international markets. Principals of TPCR have been involved for decades in the launch of private label and celebrity brands. Current brands include numerous private label brands. TPCR partners with factories throughout the world, including the USA, China, Vietnam, Cambodia, and India, enabling TPCR to source the finest products globally. About Phaidra KnightPhaidra Knight is a former international athlete, a sports media talent, motivational speaker, lawyer, and business entrepreneur. For nearly 18 years, Phaidra traveled the globe as a professional rugby player, establishing herself as the one of the premiere players in the sport. She made three appearances in the Rugby World Cup and was selected as the top player in the world in her position in 2002 and 2006. In 2010, she was named the US Rugby Player of the Decade. In November 2017, she was inducted into the World Rugby Hall of Fame.In 2019, Phaidra founded PeaK Unleashed, a non-profit dedicated to bringing bright futures through rugby and yoga to marginalized youth.She is currently training to be an MMA fighter. About the Women's Sports Foundation The Women's Sports Foundation exists to enable girls and women to reach their potential in sport and life. We are an ally, an advocate and a catalyst. Founded by Billie Jean King in 1974, we strengthen and expand participation and leadership opportunities through research, advocacy, community programming and a wide variety of collaborative partnerships. The Women's Sports Foundation has positively shaped the lives of millions of youth, high school and collegiate student-athletes, elite athletes and coaches. We're building a future where every girl and woman can #KeepPlaying and unlock the lifelong benefits of sport participation.All girls. All women. All sports. To learn more about the Women's Sports Foundation, please visitwww.WomensSportsFoundation.orgSOURCE The Powell Companies Real, LLC Related Links http://www.thepowellcompaniesreal.com

Phaidra Knight Levels the Playing Field with Launch of New Activewear Line 'PSK Collective'

NEW ORLEANS, March 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Pan-American Life Insurance Group (PALIG) shared information today regarding a data security incident. On February 19, 2021, PALIG detected suspicious activity within its computer systems and on March 9, 2021, it confirmed that some policyholder and beneficiary information, like name, address and date of birth, was taken. It also appears that a relatively small percentage of policyholders and beneficiaries may have had more sensitive information taken, and PALIG will be contacting those individuals directly by mail or email with more information. PALIG's systemscontain various types of personal information related to the servicing of the policies it issues.Upon discovery of this incident, PALIG immediately took its computer network offline as part of its efforts to protect policyholder information, other data and its systems. This has resulted in disruptions to PALIG's business; however, service to customers has continued while PALIG focuses on bringing systems back online responsibly. PALIG has been taking steps to further protect and strengthen the security of its systems. PALIG also engaged third-party cyber experts to partner with its team to launch an investigation to better understand what happened and to help prevent a similar incident in the future. Out of an abundance of caution, PALIG is also offering additional services to individuals whose information was taken. There is no evidence that any information was misused for fraudulent purposes as a result of this incident. PALIG takes the privacy and security of client information very seriously. It concluded that a phishing attempt resulted in malware being installed on its computer network. PALIG's existing defenses and early action prevented this malware from having its full intended effect and has taken steps to further enhance its security. For more details on this data security incident, what PALIG is doing to address it, and available resources, please visit PALIG's website at palig.com. About PALIG Pan-American Life Insurance Group is a leading provider of life, accident and health insurance throughout the Americas that has been delivering trusted financial security since 1911. The New Orleans-based Group is comprised of more than twenty member companies, employs more than 2,100 worldwide and offers top-rated individual and/or group life, accident and health insurance, employee benefits and financial services in 49 states, the District of Columbia (DC), Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and throughout Latin America and the Caribbean. The Group has branches and affiliates in Costa Rica, Colombia, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Panama, and 13 Caribbean markets, including Barbados, Cayman Islands, Curacao and Trinidad and Tobago. For more information, visit the Pan-American Life Web site at palig.com. SOURCE Pan-American Life Insurance Group (PALIG) Related Links http://palig.com

Pan-American Life Insurance Group Announces Data Security Incident