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EUGENE, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Arcimoto, Inc. (NASDAQ: FUV), makers of the Fun Utility Vehicle (FUV), Rapid Responder, and Deliveratoraffordable, practical, and joyful pure electric vehicles for everyday commuters and fleetstoday announced that it will be presenting at Cowens 13th Annual Global Transportation & Sustainable Mobility Conference on Friday, September 11, 2020 at 12:20 PM PDT. Mark Frohnmayer, Chief Executive Officer of Arcimoto, will present virtually to an online audience and will also be available for one-on-one meetings with investors. This three-day virtual conference will comprise presentations and fireside chats with C-suite presenters hosted by Cowen research analysts along with a series of topical panels and virtual one-on-one meetings. A webcast of Arcimotos presentation will be available to the public at https://wsw.com/webcast/cowen69/fuv/1819515 About Arcimoto, Inc. Arcimoto (NASDAQ: FUV) develops and manufactures ultra-efficient and affordable electric vehicles to help the world shift to a sustainable transportation system. Now available to preorder customers on the West Coast, the Arcimoto FUV is purpose-built for everyday driving, transforming ordinary trips into pure-electric joyrides. Available for preorder, the Deliverator and Rapid Responder provide last-mile delivery and emergency response functionality, respectively, at a fraction of the cost and environmental impact of traditional gas-powered vehicles. Every Arcimoto vehicle is built at the Arcimoto Manufacturing Plant in Eugene, Oregon. For more information, please visit Arcimoto.com.

Arcimoto to Present at Cowens 13th Annual Global Transportation & Sustainable Mobility Conference

LAKE FOREST, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Horizon Therapeutics plc (Nasdaq: HZNP) announced today that it has provided $1.2 million in additional funding to U.S and international organizations to support COVID-19 relief efforts, including: The Chicago Community Trust, The Lake County Community Foundation, Silicon Valley Community Foundation, Greater Washington Community Foundation, Americares, ALONE, Family Carers Ireland, Enable Ireland and Toronto Foundation. Throughout 2020, Horizon has also provided more than $1 million to advocacy organizations to support COVID-19 relief initiatives for people living with rare and rheumatic diseases. This includes educational resources, emergency financial relief and internet connectivity to facilitate continued care via telehealth. We recognize that the COVID-19 pandemic is currently impacting more families, communities and organizations than ever before, said Tim Walbert, chairman, president and chief executive officer, Horizon. As a global company, we believe it is our fundamental responsibility to support these foundations and organizations so they can thrive and continue to help the communities they serve. While the devastating health and economic crises caused by COVID-19 has disproportionately impacted Chicagos Black and Latinx communities, we have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to build a more equitable recovery, said Dr. Helene Gayle, president, chief executive officer, The Chicago Community Trust. We are grateful for the support of Horizon Therapeutics as we know its going to take an unprecedented coalition, across philanthropy, business and communities, to transform the systems that have held back communities of color for centuries. Horizon Therapeutics is among Americares most dedicated partners, consistently providing product donations and annual support that helps us prepare for and respond to emergencies, and fuels our ongoing health programs, said Christine Squires, president, chief executive officer, Americares. This donation will allow us to support U.S. safety net clinics as they leverage telehealth technology so patients can access the care they need from home, without worrying about putting themselves or others at risk of COVID-19 infection. About Horizon Horizon is focused on researching, developing and commercializing medicines that address critical needs for people impacted by rare and rheumatic diseases. Our pipeline is purposeful: we apply scientific expertise and courage to bring clinically meaningful therapies to patients. We believe science and compassion must work together to transform lives. For more information on how we go to incredible lengths to impact lives, please visit www.horizontherapeutics.com and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook.

Horizon Therapeutics plc Donates Additional $1.2 Million to Support COVID-19 Relief Efforts in Illinois and Other Impacted U.S. and International Communities -Company has provided more than $3.7 million to COVID-19 response and relief efforts -

NEW YORK, Aug. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Broken,the acclaimed podcast from Three Uncanny Four andAdam McKay's Hyperobject Industries,returns on Wednesday, September 16for its second season Broken: Seeking Justice. Season two is the follow up to Broken: Jeffrey Epstein and will focus on the ongoing journey for justice for many of the women who were assaulted by Epstein, and the fallout around the people who helped Epstein perpetrate one of the largest sex-trafficking rings in history. Today marks one year since Epstein's death in prison. In the upcoming season, the survivors share their stories and look to the criminal justice system in the hopes that alleged Epstein accomplice Maxwell and ultimately, all of his enablers, will be held accountable for their participation in the ongoing abuse. Maxwell is being held in the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, NY awaiting trial. As this season's host, investigative and political journalist Tara Palmeri will highlight first-hand survivor accounts, investigate new information, and spotlight Epstein's alleged enablers as she tells the story of the women fighting for victims' voices to be heard and explores who participated, aided and witnessed these crimes. The trailer for the new season isavailable now. Broken is executive produced by Adam Davidson and Laura Mayer at Three Uncanny Four, Adam McKay and Kevin Messick at Hyperobject Industries, and Julie K. Brown from The Miami Herald. It has been profiled in The New York Times, selected as podcast of the week by The Guardian, named a monthly podcast pick by The New Yorker and named one of the top 50 podcasts of 2019 by The Atlantic. It has been downloaded more than three million times. Listeners can subscribe to Broken: Seeking Justice on all major podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher. SOURCE Three Uncanny Four

Acclaimed Podcast Broken Launches New Season On September 16th

SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed in the Central District of California on behalf of purchasers of Sequential Brands Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:SQBG) securities between November 3, 2016 and December 11, 2020, inclusive (the Class Period). The case is captioned DArcy v. Sequential Brands Group, Inc., No. 21-cv-02305, and charges Sequential Brands and certain of its executives with violations of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 permits any investor who purchased Sequential Brands securities during the Class Period to seek appointment as lead plaintiff in the Sequential Brands class action lawsuit. A lead plaintiff is generally the movant with the greatest financial interest in the relief sought by the putative class who is also typical and adequate of the putative class. A lead plaintiff acts on behalf of all other class members in directing the Sequential Brands class action lawsuit. The lead plaintiff can select a law firm of its choice to litigate the Sequential Brands class action lawsuit. An investors ability to share in any potential future recovery of the Sequential Brands class action lawsuit is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff of the Sequential Brands class action lawsuit or have questions concerning your rights regarding the Sequential Brands class action lawsuit, please provide your information here or contact counsel, J.C. Sanchez of Robbins Geller, at 800/449-4900 or 619/231-1058 or via e-mail at jsanchez@rgrdlaw.com. Lead plaintiff motions for the Sequential Brands class action lawsuit must be filed with the court no later than May 17, 2021. Sequential Brands owns various consumer brands and licenses its brands for a range of product categories, including apparel, footwear, fashion accessories, and home goods. Sequential Brands promotes, markets, and licenses its brands through various distribution channels, including to retailers, wholesalers, and distributors. The Sequential Brands class action lawsuit alleges that, throughout the Class Period, defendants made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) in late 2016, Sequential Brands knew or should have known that its goodwill was likely impaired; (ii) Sequential Brands avoided and delayed the material write down to goodwill in late 2016 through 2017; (iii) Sequential Brands understated its operating expenses and net loss and also materially overstated its income from operations, goodwill, and assets from late 2016 through 2017; (iv) Sequential Brands internal controls were deficient; (v) Sequential Brands failed to restate, correct, or disclose relevant improprieties, deceptive conduct, misstatements, omissions, and control violations; (vi) as a result of the foregoing, Sequential Brands was at greater risk of regulatory scrutiny and enforcement; and (vii) thus, defendants statements about its business, operations, and prospects were materially false and misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times. On November 9, 2017, Sequential Brands issued a press release entitled Sequential Brands Group Announces Third Quarter 2017 Financial Results, disclosing that [i]ncluded in the net loss for the third quarter 2017 were non-cash impairment charges of $36.5 million for indefinite-lived intangible assets related to the trademarks of five of the Companys non-core brands, marking the first time Sequential Brands noted its need for impairment charges related to intangibles and its assets generally. The press release also listed Sequential Brands goodwill at $304,123,000 and its total current assets at $1,381,329,000 for the period ended September 30, 2017. On this news, Sequential Brands stock price fell approximately 38%. Then, on February 28, 2018, Sequential Brands announced a goodwill adjustment of more than $304 million. On this news, Sequential Brands stock price fell approximately 8%. Finally, on December 11, 2020, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filed a complaint against Sequential Brands alleging that Sequential Brands failed to take into consideration clear, objective evidence of likely goodwill impairment, which avoided and delayed a material write down to goodwill in the fourth quarter of 2016 and the first three quarters of 2017. According to the SEC, [b]y avoiding an impairment to its goodwill in 2016, Sequentials financial statements and SEC filings materially understated its operating expenses and net loss and materially overstated its income from operations, goodwill, and total assets. This created a false impression of its financial health and ability to execute on its business plan. Sequential carried forward its material errors, resulting in material misstatements and omissions in Sequentials financial statements and SEC filings for the first three quarters of 2017. Sequential belatedly impaired all of its goodwill$304.1 millionin the fourth quarter of 2017. On this news, Sequential Brands stock price fell an additional 11%, further damaging investors. Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP is one of the worlds leading law firms representing investors in securities class action litigation. With 200 lawyers in 9 offices, Robbins Geller has obtained many of the largest securities class action recoveries in history. For seven consecutive years, ISS Securities Class Action Services has ranked the Firm in its annual SCAS Top 50 Report as one of the top law firms in the world in both amount recovered for shareholders and total number of class action settlements. Robbins Geller attorneys have helped shape the securities laws and have recovered tens of billions of dollars on behalf of aggrieved victims. Beyond securing financial recoveries for defrauded investors, Robbins Geller also specializes in implementing corporate governance reforms, helping to improve the financial markets for investors worldwide. Robbins Geller attorneys are consistently recognized by courts, professional organizations, and the media as leading lawyers in the industry. Please visit http://www.rgrdlaw.com for more information.

Notice of Lead Plaintiff Deadline for Shareholders in the Sequential Brands Group, Inc. Class Action Lawsuit

SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Gossamer Bio, Inc. (Nasdaq: GOSS), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering, acquiring, developing and commercializing therapeutics in the disease areas of immunology, inflammation and oncology, today announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2020 and provided a business update. The Gossamer team enters 2021 excited and focused on clinical trial execution, said Faheem Hasnain, Co-Founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Gossamer. Both seralutinib and GB004 are potentially paradigm shifting product candidates in indications of significant unmet patient need, and I am very proud of our teams ongoing efforts to conduct our Phase 2 proof-of-concept studies for these programs despite the challenges of the pandemic. Clinical-Stage Product Candidate Updates Seralutinib (GB002): Inhaled PDGFR, CSF1R and c-KIT Inhibitor for PAH GB004: Oral HIF-1 Stabilizer for Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) GB1275: Oral CD11b Modulator for Oncology Indications GB001: Oral DP2 Antagonist for Eosinophilic Asthma Financial Results for Quarter and Full Year Ended December 31, 2020 Conference Call and Webcast Gossamers management team will host a conference call and live audio webcast at 8:30 a.m. ET today, Thursday, February 25, to discuss its fourth quarter and full year 2020 financial results and provide a corporate update. The live audio webcast may be accessed through the Events / Presentations page in the Investors section of the Company's website at www.gossamerbio.com. Alternatively, the conference call may be accessed through the following: Conference ID: 5764004 Domestic Dial-in Number: (833) 646-0603 International Dial-in Number: (929) 517-9782 Live Webcast: https://edge.media-server.com/mmc/p/vsbk8uqe A replay of the audio webcast will be available for 30 days on the Investors section of the Company's website, www.gossamerbio.com. About Gossamer Bio Gossamer Bio is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering, acquiring, developing and commercializing therapeutics in the disease areas of immunology, inflammation and oncology. Its goal is to be an industry leader in each of these therapeutic areas and to enhance and extend the lives of patients suffering from such diseases. Forward-Looking Statements Gossamer cautions you that statements contained in this press release regarding matters that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements. These statements are based on the Companys current beliefs and expectations. Such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding: the anticipated timing of enrollment of clinical trials for our product candidates; plans to advance our product candidates; expectations on the timing of data readouts from our clinical studies; the potential clinical benefits, safety profile and market potential of our product candidates; the potential of our product candidates to benefit high unmet need patient populations; the expected impact of COVID-19; and the expected timeframe for funding our operating plan with current cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities. The inclusion of forward-looking statements should not be regarded as a representation by Gossamer that any of its plans will be achieved. Actual results may differ from those set forth in this press release due to the risks and uncertainties inherent in Gossamers business, including, without limitation: potential delays in the commencement, enrollment and completion of clinical trials; disruption to our operations from the recent global outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, including clinical trial delays; the Companys dependence on third parties in connection with product manufacturing, research and preclinical and clinical testing; the results of preclinical studies and early clinical trials are not necessarily predictive of future results; the success of Gossamers clinical trials and preclinical studies for its product candidates; interim results do not necessarily predict final results and one or more of the outcomes may materially change as the trial continues and more patient data become available and following more comprehensive audit and verification procedures; regulatory developments in the United States and foreign countries; unexpected adverse side effects or inadequate efficacy of our product candidates that may limit their development, regulatory approval and/or commercialization, or may result in recalls or product liability claims; Gossamers ability to obtain and maintain intellectual property protection for its product candidates; Gossamers ability to comply with its obligations in collaboration agreements with third parties or the agreements under which it licenses intellectual property rights from third parties; Gossamer may use its capital resources sooner than it expects; and other risks described in the Companys prior press releases and the Companys filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including under the heading Risk Factors in the Companys annual report on Form 10-K and any subsequent filings with the SEC. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof, and Gossamer undertakes no obligation to update such statements to reflect events that occur or circumstances that exist after the date hereof. All forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement, which is made under the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. GOSSAMER BIO, INC. CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENT DATA (UNAUDITED; IN THOUSANDS, EXCEPT SHARE AND PER SHARE DATA) Three months ended December 31, Year ended December 31, STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS DATA: 2020 2019 2020 2019 Operating expenses: Research and development $ 38,910 $ 42,596 $ 160,854 $ 143,403 In process research and development 5,300 1,600 23,380 3,600 General and administrative 15,877 11,591 49,728 39,136 Total operating expenses 60,087 55,787 233,962 186,139 Loss from operations (60,087 ) (55,787 ) (233,962 ) (186,139 ) Other income (expense) Interest income 366 1,567 3,442 5,563 Interest expense (4,753 ) (715 ) (12,666 ) (1,938 ) Other income (expense) (130 ) 237 (174 ) 2,207 Total other income (expense), net (4,517 ) 1,089 (9,398 ) 5,832 Net loss $ (64,604 ) $ (54,698 ) $ (243,360 ) $ (180,307 ) Net loss per share, basic and diluted $ (0.88 ) $ (0.89 ) $ (3.55 ) $ (3.29 ) Weighted average common shares outstanding, basic and diluted 73,212,186 61,282,084 68,510,260 54,740,170 BALANCE SHEET DATA: December 31, 2020 December 31, 2019 Cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities $ 512,628 $ 401,766 Working capital 483,672 372,394 Total assets 539,433 426,604 Total liabilities 218,749 74,119 Accumulated deficit (577,530 ) (334,170 ) Total stockholders' equity 320,684 352,485

Gossamer Bio Announces Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2020 Financial Results and Provides Business Update - Seralutinib (GB002) and GB004 continue to progress through ongoing Phase 2 TORREY and SHIFT-UC clinical trials for Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH) and Ulcerative Colitis (UC), respectively - - Topline results for both ongoing Phase 2 trials expected in the first half of 2022, subject to developments in the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic - - Gossamer to conduct no further clinical development of GB001 or related backup molecule without a partner - - Cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities totaled $513 million at year-end 2020 -

LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The luxury handbags market is poised to decline by USD 0.17 bn during 2020-2024, progressing at a CAGR of almost 1% during the forecast period. Worried about the impact of COVID-19 on your Business? Here is an Exclusive report talking about Market scenarios, Estimates, the impact of lockdown, and Customer Behaviour. Get FREE Sample Report in Minutes! The report on the luxury handbags market provides a holistic update, market size and forecast, trends, growth drivers, and challenges, as well as vendor analysis. The report offers an up-to-date analysis regarding the current global market scenario and the overall market environment. The market is driven by the focus on product premiumization. The luxury handbags market analysis includes distribution channel segment and geography landscape. This study identifies the increasing demand for convertible handbags as one of the prime reasons driving the luxury handbags market growth during the next few years. This report presents a detailed picture of the market by the way of study, synthesis, and summation of data from multiple sources by an analysis of key parameters. The luxury handbags market covers the following areas: Luxury Handbags Market Sizing Luxury Handbags Market Forecast Luxury Handbags Market Analysis Companies Mentioned Related Reports on Consumer Discretionary Include: Key Topics Covered: Executive Summary Market Landscape Market Sizing Five Forces Analysis Market Segmentation by Distribution channel Customer Landscape Geographic Landscape Vendor Landscape Vendor Analysis Appendix 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 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--(BUSINESS WIRE)--WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces it is investigating potential securities claims on behalf of shareholders of Champignon Brands Inc. (OTC: SHRMF) resulting from allegations that Champignon may have issued materially misleading business information to the investing public. SO WHAT: If you purchased Champignon securities you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement. The Rosen Law firm is preparing a class action seeking recovery of investor losses. WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the prospective class action, go to http://www.rosenlegal.com/cases-register-2057.html or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. WHAT IS THIS ABOUT: On February 17, 2021, Champignon announced that the Company has determined to withdraw and refile its condensed interim consolidated financial statements and managements discussion & analysis (MD&A) for the three and six month periods ended March 31, 2020. Further, the Company stated that management determined that the financial statements needed to be restated to correct the accounting for the Acquisitions as the assets do not meet the definition of intangible assets for the purposes of international financial reporting standards and as result will be recorded as transaction costs in the Companys statement of loss and comprehensive loss. The Company also announced that it was determined that a shareholder and contracted consultant (the Consultant) of the Company was a related party with respect to the Acquisitions. On this news, Champignons stock price fell 11% per share on February 17, 2021, damaging investors. WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience or resources. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. 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 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020 founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs Bar. Many of the firms attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers. Follow us for updates on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-rosen-law-firm, on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rosen_firm or on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rosenlawfirm/. Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

SHRMF BREAKING ALERT: ROSEN, A TOP RANKED LAW FIRM, Encourages Champignon Brands Inc. Investors to Inquire About Class Action Investigation SHRMF

ST. LOUIS, Nov. 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --ClubReady, the leading provider of full-suite studio fitness and wellness club management software, today announced it will launch an integration withFactor4, the leading provider of gift card and loyalty solutions, this October. Amid the COVID-19 crisis, the global market for gift cards is estimated at $1 trillion this year and is projected to reach a revised size of $2.7 trillion by 2027. This integration will allow fitness studios, and their members, to benefit from this preferred and profitable method of gifting and payment. "The ClubReady and Factor4 integration will provide our fitness studios customers access to a new revenue stream while adding value for their members," said Fred Elias, Vice President of Business Development at ClubReady."The gift program will also help studios acquire new members," he explained. Studios can operate their gift card program out of a single management portal to view transaction data and trends. Factor4's online gift card solution will enable studios to have custom branded pages integrated with ClubReady so members can purchase digital and plastic gift cards seamlessly from their websites. This is especially important considering the number of cards purchased online soared 57% in the first 6 months of this year compared to the first half of 2019, while purchases of digital gift cards jumped 61% comparatively, according to InComm. "We are excited to partner with ClubReady and to provide fitness studios with a new revenue source that will help them recover from the COVID-19 closures that impacted the fitness industry," said Dan Battista, Factor4 CEO. "Our solution complies with social distancing standards by enabling contactless delivery of gift cards via email and text, as well as the ability for members to pay by phone. Factor4 will help fitness studios use gift cards to attract new members and retain existing members." This integration provides fitness studios with versatility in developing their gift card programs. ClubReady and Factor4 estimate an implementation period of two to three weeks. With the integration complete, studios can launch their gift card program in time for the holiday season. Gift cards have been the most popular holiday gift to give and receive for 13 consecutive years. Learn more about this solution here. Factor4 Factor4, LLC was formed by four payment service experts to provide the premier gift card and loyalty solution. The founders' strength comes from their combined industry expertise and extensive network. Factor4's strength is from its best-in-class, proprietary platform, technology, integrations and team. The RewardOS API provides effortless, feature-rich integration to a wide range of point-of-sale devices. Factor4 boasts the most integrations of all gift and loyalty providers. Factor4 serves over 13,000 customers and growing. For more information, visit http://www.factor4gift.com/. ClubReady ClubReady is the leading provider of full-suite studio fitness and wellness club management software and services. Founded in 2009, ClubReady has been committed to building the studio fitness business of the future. The ClubReady Fitness Management Platform provides clients a full membership management and engagement experience to attract, retain and better serve their members. ClubReady's Performance IQ enhances this platform with fitness tracking software that delivers high quality, real-time, individual and group fitness results leading to higher member engagement, retention, and loyalty. ClubReady's GYM HQ supports the mission by providing bundled club services, like customer service agents, payroll, accounting, and operations support. Clubessential Holdings LLC Clubessential Holdings is a Battery Ventures company, fulfilling their global mission of investing in and creating cutting-edge, category-defining businesses by providing a full suite of membership and club management Software as a Service solutions to private clubs, health & fitness clubs, military organizations, municipalities, and college athletic programs. Across four brands - Clubessential, ClubReady, PrestoSports and Vermont Systems - the company offers a variety of forward-thinking technology and services which help more than 8,000 customers attract, engage, and retain club and community members and fans for life. For more information, visit the following websites: Clubessential http://www.clubessential.com; ClubReady http://www.clubready.com; PrestoSports http://www.prestosports.com; Vermont Systems: http://www.vermontsystems.com. Media Contact:Marilyn CoxPhone: 513-322-4194Email:[emailprotected] Related Images image1.png SOURCE ClubReady, LLC

ClubReady Announces Partnership With Factor4 to Provide Gift Card Program to Fitness Studios ClubReady and Factor4 Bring New Revenue Stream to Boutique Fitness Studios

DUBLIN, Feb. 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Refinery Catalyst Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report by Material (Zeolites, Metallic, Chemical Compounds), by Application (FCC, Alkylation, Hydrotreating, Hydrocracking), by Region and Segment Forecasts, 2020 - 2027" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The global refinery catalyst market size is expected to reach USD 9.5 billion by 2027, expanding at a revenue-based CAGR of 4.7%.Growing demand for petroleum products is the major factor driving the market. Refinery catalysts are chemicals that are used in different operations for carrying out refining activities. These substances are responsible in altering the rate of chemical reactions in the FCC unit, thereby, speeding up the reaction, which reduces the turnaround time of the manufacturing process.Among the different raw material used in the production of refinery catalysts, zeolites have emerged as one of the major segments. Zeolites are generally aminosilicates composed of frameworks of silicon, oxygen, and aluminum in the form of SiO4 and AlO4. A number of them occur naturally, and hence are procured via mining as minerals. However, the synthetic ones are also produced commercially.Refinery catalysts are widely utilized in refining processes such as fluid catalytic cracking, alkylation, and hydrotreating. The role of an accelerator in FCC process is to aid in breaking heavy molecules at high temperature and moderate pressure so that they can be separated from the mixture and collected as a vapor. The separated products are purified and treated for application in multiple end-use industries.The key market players are aiming at introducing customized solutions for different regions based on individual regulatory trends, fuel quality, and driving condition in order to reach out to a broader customer base. The European Union (EU) plans to cut down carbon dioxide emission by 2020, and hence, is encouraging major companies to introduce innovative biocatalysts for the market.Refinery Catalyst Market Report Highlights In terms of revenue, Asia Pacific emerged as the fastest growing region in 2019 FCC catalysts emerged as the prominent application segment in 2019 with a market share of 46.1% by volume In Asia Pacific, India and China are likely to witness a remarkable market growth in next seven years The industry is consolidated in nature, with presence of long term and well established global players such as Clariant and BASF SE. These players are highly focused towards R&D for the development of efficient technologies and securing them by filing for patents. Key Topics Covered: Chapter 1 Methodology and ScopeChapter 2 Executive SummaryChapter 3 Refinery Catalysts Market: Market Variables, Trends & Scope3.1 Market Lineage Outlook3.1.1 Catalyst And Related Market Outlook3.2 Penetration & Growth Prospect Mapping3.3 Value Chain Analysis3.3.1 Raw Material Trends3.3.1.1 Major Raw Material Analysis3.3.1.2 Procurement Best Practices3.3.2 Manufacturing Trends3.3.2.1 Technology Trends3.3.2.2 Outsourcing And Contract Manufacturing Trends3.3.3 Cost Structure And Profit Margin Analysis3.3.4 Sales Channel Analysis3.3.5 Vendor Selection Criteria3.4 Technology Overview3.5 Regulatory Framework3.6 Market Dynamics3.6.1 Market Driver Analysis3.6.1.1 Favorable Government Regulations3.6.1.2 Increasing Refinery Throughput3.6.2 Market Restraint Analysis3.6.2.1 Raw Material Volatility And Declining Crude Oil Prices3.6.3 Industry Challenges3.7 Business Environment Analysis3.7.1 Industry Analysis - Porter's3.7.2 Pestel Analysis3.8 Market Entry StrategyChapter 4 Refinery Catalysts Market: Material Estimates & Trend Analysis4.1 Material Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2019 & 2027 (Kilotons) (USD Million)4.2 Refinery Catalysts Market Size & Forecasts And Trend Analysis, By Material, 2016 - 2027 (Kilotons) (USD Million)4.2.1 Zeolities4.2.2 Metallic4.2.3 Chemical Compounds4.2.4 OthersChapter 5 Refinery Catalysts Market: Application Estimates & Trend Analysis5.1 Application Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2019 & 2027 (Kilotons) (USD Million)5.2 Refinery Catalysts Market Size & Forecasts And Trend Analysis, By Application, 2016 - 2027 (Kilotons) (USD Million)5.2.1 Fcc Catalysts5.2.2 Alkylation Catalysts5.2.3 Hydrotreating Catalysts5.2.4 Hydrocracking Catalysts5.2.5 Catalytic Reforming5.2.6 OthersChapter 6 Refinery Catalysts Market: Regional Estimates & Trend Analysis6.1 Market Share, 2019 & 2027 (Kilotons) (USD Million)6.2 Market Size & Forecasts And Trend Analysis, By Region, 2016 - 2027 (Kilotons) (USD Million)Chapter 7 Competitive Landscape7.1 Key Global Players & Recent Developments & Their Impact On The Industry7.2 Key Innovators, Market Leader, And Emerging Players7.3 Vendor Landscape7.4 Public Companies7.5 Competitive environment7.6 Private CompaniesChapter 8 Company Profiles Clariant Arkema Zeolyst International BASF SE Chevron Corporation Johnson Matthey Exxon Mobil Corporation Evonik Industries AG DuPont W. R. Grace & Co.-Conn. Albemarle Corporation Haldor Topsoe A/S For more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/bw5d5o 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 Refinery Catalyst Markets 2020 - 2027 - Favorable Government Regulations & Increasing Refinery Throughput

DUBLIN, Nov. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The "N95 Masks Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast, 2020-2030" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. This report on the global N95 masks market studies the past as well as the current growth trends and opportunities to gain valuable insights of these indicators for the global market during the forecast period from 2020 to 2030. The report provides the overall revenue of the global N95 masks market from 2018 to 2030, considering 2019 as the base year and 2030 as the forecast year. The report also provides the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the global N95 masks market for the forecast period.The report has been prepared after an extensive research. Primary research involved bulk of research efforts, wherein analysts carried out interviews with market leaders and opinion makers. Secondary research involved referring to key players' product literature, annual reports, press releases, and relevant documents to understand the global N95 masks market.Secondary research also includes Internet sources, statistical data from government agencies, websites, and trade associations. Analysts also employed a combination of top-down and bottom-up approaches to study various phenomena in the global N95 masks market.The report includes an elaborate executive summary, along with a snapshot of the growth pattern of various segments and sub-segments included in the scope of the study. Additionally, the report sheds light on the changing competition dynamics in the global N95 masks market. These indices serve as valuable tools for existing market players as well as for entities interested in participating in the global N95 masks market. The next section of the report highlights the USPs, which include pricing analysis, N95 masks- manufacturing capabilities expansion, regulatory scenario assessment, and COVID-19 pandemic impact in the global N95 masks market.The report delves into the competition landscape of the global N95 masks market. Key players operating in the global N95 masks market have been identified and each one of these has been profiled for its distinguishing business attributes. Company overview, financial standings, recent developments, and SWOT are some of the attributes of players profiled in the global N95 masks market report.Key Questions Answered in N95 Masks Market Report What will be the sales revenue generated by N95 masks across all regions during the forecast period? What are the key trends in the global N95 masks market? What are major drivers, restraints, and opportunities in the global N95 masks market? Which regional market is set to expand at the fastest CAGR during the forecast period? Which application segment will generate the maximum revenue by 2030 and which product segment will expand at the fastest CAGR during the forecast period? Key Topics Covered: 1. Preface1.1. Market Definition and Scope1.2. Market Segmentation1.3. Key Research Objectives1.4. Research Highlights2. Assumptions and Research Methodology3. Executive Summary: Global N95 Masks Market4. Market Overview4.1. Definition4.2. Market Indicators4.3. Market Dynamics4.4. Global N95 Masks Market Value (US$ Mn) Forecast, 2018-20304.5. Global N95 Masks Market Volume (Thousand) Forecast, 2018-20304.6. Global N95 Masks Market Outlook5. Key Insights5.1. COVID-19 Pandemics Impact on Industry (Value Chain and Short / Mid / Long Term Impact)5.2. Pricing Analysis5.3. Regulatory Scenario Assessment5.4. N95 Masks- Manufacturing Capabilities Expansion6. Global N95 Masks Market Analysis and Forecast, by Product6.1. Introduction6.2. Global N95 Masks Market Value Share Analysis, by Product6.3. Global N95 Masks Market Value Forecast, by Product, 2018-20306.4. Global N95 Masks Market Attractiveness Analysis, by Product7. Global N95 Masks Market Analysis and Forecast, by Material7.1. Introduction7.2. Global N95 Masks Market Value Share Analysis, by Material7.3. Global N95 Masks Market Value Forecast, by Material, 2018-20307.4. Global N95 Masks Market Attractiveness Analysis, by Material8. Global N95 Masks Market Analysis and Forecast, by Application8.1. Introduction8.2. Global N95 Masks Market Value Share Analysis, by Application8.3. Global N95 Masks Market Value Forecast, by Application, 2018-20308.4. Global N95 Masks Market Attractiveness Analysis, by Application8.5.9. Global N95 Masks Market Analysis and Forecast, by Distribution Channel9.1. Introduction9.2. Global N95 Masks Market Value Share Analysis, by Distribution Channel9.3. Global N95 Masks Market Value Forecast, by Distribution Channel, 2018-20309.4. Global N95 Masks Market Attractiveness Analysis, by Distribution Channel10. Global N95 Masks Market Analysis and Forecast, by Region10.1. Regional Outlook10.2. Introduction10.3. Global N95 Masks Market Value Forecast, by Region10.4. Global N95 Masks Market Attractiveness Analysis, by Region11. North America N95 Masks Market Analysis and Forecast11.1. Key Findings11.2. North America N95 Masks Market Value Forecast, by Product, 2018-203011.3. North America N95 Masks Market Value Forecast, by Material, 2018-203011.4. North America N95 Masks Market Value Forecast, by Application, 2018-203011.5. North America N95 Masks Market Value Forecast, by Distribution Channel, 2018-203011.6. North America N95 Masks Market Value Forecast, by Country, 2018-203011.7. North America N95 Masks Market Attractiveness Analysis12. Europe N95 Masks Market Analysis and Forecast12.1. Key Findings12.2. Europe N95 Masks Market Value Forecast, by Product, 2018-203012.3. Europe N95 Masks Market Value Forecast, by Material, 2018-203012.4. Europe N95 Masks Market Value Forecast, by Application, 2018-203012.5. Europe N95 Masks Market Value Forecast, by Distribution Channel, 2018-203012.6. Europe N95 Masks Market Value Forecast, by Country/Sub-region, 2018-203012.7. Europe N95 Masks Market Attractiveness Analysis13. Asia Pacific N95 Masks Market Analysis and Forecast13.1. Key Findings13.2. Asia Pacific N95 Masks Market Value Forecast, by Product, 2018-203013.3. Asia Pacific N95 Masks Market Value Forecast, by Material, 2018-203013.4. Asia Pacific N95 Masks Market Value Forecast, by Application, 2018-203013.5. Asia Pacific N95 Masks Market Value Forecast, by Distribution Channel, 2018-203013.6. Asia Pacific N95 Masks Market Value Forecast, by Country/Sub-region, 2018-203013.7. Asia Pacific N95 Masks Market Attractiveness Analysis14. Latin America N95 Masks Market Analysis and Forecast14.1. Key Findings14.2. Latin America N95 Masks Market Value Forecast, by Product, 2018-203014.3. Latin America N95 Masks Market Value Forecast, by Material, 2018-203014.4. Latin America N95 Masks Market Value Forecast, by Application, 2018-203014.5. Latin America N95 Masks Market Value Forecast, by Distribution Channel, 2018-203014.6. Latin America N95 Masks Market Value Forecast, by Country/Sub-region, 2018-203014.7. Latin America N95 Masks Market Attractiveness Analysis15. Middle East & Africa N95 Masks Market Analysis and Forecast15.1. Key Findings15.2. Middle East & Africa N95 Masks Market Value Forecast, by Product, 2018-203015.3. Middle East & Africa N95 Masks Market Value Forecast, by Material, 2018-203015.4. Middle East & Africa N95 Masks Market Value Forecast, by Application, 2018-203015.5. Middle East & Africa N95 Masks Market Value Forecast, by Distribution Channel, 2018-203015.6. Middle East & Africa N95 Masks Market Value Forecast, by Country/Sub-region, 2018-203015.7. Middle East & Africa N95 Masks Market Attractiveness Analysis16. Competition Landscape16.1. Market Player - Competition Matrix (by tier and size of companies)16.2. Market Share Analysis, by Company, 201916.3. Company ProfilesCompanies Mentioned 3M Company Kimberly-Clark Corporation Honeywell International, Inc. Henry Schein Inc. Medline Industries, Inc. Ansell Limited Cardinal Health Prestige Ameritech Kowa Company, Ltd. Alpha Pro Tech For more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/l2od4l 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: 646-607-1904 Fax (outside U.S.): +353-1-481-1716 SOURCE Research and Markets Related Links http://www.researchandmarkets.com

Worldwide Industry for N95 Masks to 2030 - Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic

WALTHAM, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PerkinElmer, Inc. (NYSE: PKI), a global leader committed to innovating for a healthier world, today announced that the Company will present at the BofA Securities 2021 Virtual Health Care Conference on Wednesday, May 12, 2021 at 9:30 a.m. ET. Prahlad Singh, president and chief executive officer of PerkinElmer, will provide an update on the Company and its strategic priorities. A live audio webcast of the presentation will also be available on the Investors section of the Companys website at www.perkinelmer.com. A replay of the presentation will be posted on the PerkinElmer website after the event and will be available for 90 days following. About PerkinElmer PerkinElmer, Inc. is a global leader focused on innovating for a healthier world. The Company reported revenue of approximately $3.8 billion in 2020, has more than 14,000 employees serving customers in 190 countries, and is a component of the S&P 500 Index. Additional information is available through 1-877-PKI-NYSE, or at www.perkinelmer.com.

PerkinElmer to Present at BofA Securities 2021 Virtual Health Care Conference

PALO ALTO, Calif.andPUNE,India, Oct. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Altizon,a global Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) platform company, has been recognized by Gartner in the 2020 Magic Quadrant for IIoT Platforms. This is the third consecutive year that Altizon has been recognized for its Datonis Manufacturing Suite. All the vendors were evaluated based on their ability to execute and completeness of vision. Datonis accelerates the Digital Transformation and Industrial IoT journey for enterprises, by harnessing the power of machine learning and advanced analytics. According to the report, "Altizon's emphasis on manufacturing is reflected in its MINT (Manufacturing Intelligence) application which focuses on productivity analysis, condition-based maintenance, traceability and quality analysis." Customers spelled out ease of integration, data fidelity, data analytics and visually appealing reports as key technical strengths. Altizon has been spearheading digital transformation initiatives in Industry 4.0 across a range of industry verticals, including Automotive, CPG, Chemicals, Industrials and Remote Industrial Assets. "The Gartner MQ positioning endorses our proven expertise toward providing accelerated value for our customers, with our pioneering IIoT products and solutions, for Smart Manufacturing and Industry 4.0," said Vinay Nathan, Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder of Altizon. Source: Gartner, Research Methodologies, Magic Quadrant, https://www.gartner.com/technology/research/methodologies/research_mq.jsp *Gartner, Magic Quadrant for Industrial IoT Platforms, Eric Goodness et al., 19 October 2020 Gartner subscribers may access the report here. Gartner does not endorse any vendor, product or service depicted in its research publications, and does not advise technology users to select only those vendors with the highest ratings or other designation. Gartner research publications consist of the opinions of Gartner's research organization and should not be construed as statements of fact. Gartner disclaims all warranties, expressed or implied, with respect to this research, including any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. About Altizon Altizon powers digital revolutions by helping enterprises leverage machine data to drive business decisions. Altizon has been spearheading digital transformation initiatives in Industry 4.0 across a range ofindustry verticals, including Automotive, CPG, Chemicals, Industrials and Remote Industrial Assets.For more information, visit: http://www.altizon.com/ SOURCE Altizon

Altizon Recognized in the Gartner 2020 Magic Quadrant for Industrial IoT Platforms USA - English USA - English

WASHINGTON, Feb. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Alabama's women business owners have embarked on an exciting new chapterliterally. The state is now home to the newest chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO), the unified voice of America's more than 11.6 million women-owned businesses representing the fastest growing segment of the economy with chapters across the U.S. Dr. Valerie James, chief leadership, learning andefficiency officer at VisionSpot Consulting Group, LLC, is one of several NAWBO Alabama leaders integral in recruiting enough members from across the state to form a chapter. "When I moved to Alabama permanently five years ago, I realized there weren't any resources like NAWBO for women business ownersno space to just exhale, share thoughts and collaborate," she says. Dr. James and her peers set out to make connections with other entrepreneurial women from cities like Mobile, Montgomery, Birmingham, Huntsville and Tuscaloosa who felt the same. Soon, they had enough members to officially form a chapter. "In Alabama, a state known for its hospitality, we want to foster partnerships and a real sisterhood by displaying the treasures and links we have within our chapter. We are truly better together," shares Dr. James, the chapter's inaugural president. "By starting our journey together embracing diversity, equity and inclusion in experience, industry and culture, we build and broaden our community of successful women committed to their own and each other's success."As part of this, the chapter is committed to delivering: Connection: Ensuring connections to other diverse women entrepreneurs. Education: Providing cutting-edge professional education on today's most important topics. Support: Offering support through camaraderie, sisterhood and networking opportunities NAWBO National Chair Cristina Morales Heaney joined the members of NAWBO Alabama for a recent virtual ribbon cutting and celebration. "At NAWBO, our mission is to propel women business owners into greater economic, social and political spheres of power worldwide," says Cristina. "We're incredibly honored to have the women of NAWBO Alabama embracing and propelling this mission locally."NAWBO's Spring Membership runs March 1-April 30. During this time, new members who join receive$45 off the one-time new member initiation fee. New members who join in the NextGen membership category receive $45.00 off their membership dues. Plus, the reinstatement fee of $25 is waived for previous NAWBO members. Learn more about the benefits of joining at www.nawbo.org/membership. About NAWBOFounded in 1975, NAWBO is the unified voice of America's more than 11.6 million women-owned businesses representing the fastest growing segment of the economy. NAWBO is the only dues-based organization representing the interests of all women entrepreneurs across all industries. NAWBO develops programs that help navigate women entrepreneurs through the various stages of their business growth. To learn more, please visit www.nawbo.org. SOURCE National Association of Women Business Owners Related Links http://www.nawbo.org

Alabama Women Business Owners Embark on Exciting New Chapter With NAWBO

ENGLEWOOD,Colo., Nov. 2, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- EchoStarCorporation (NASDAQ:SATS)will hosta conference call and webcast to discuss its third quarter 2020financialresultsonThursday, November 5, at11:00a.m. Eastern Time. The conference call dial in numbers are1-877-815-1625(US)and716-247-5178(International), Conference ID 8263356. The live webcast will be available in listen only mode on EchoStar's investor relations website at EchoStar Investor Relations. A replay of the conference call will be available from 2:15 p.m. Eastern Time on Thursday, November 5 until 12:00 p.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday, November 11. To access the replay, please dial: (855) 859-2056 in the U.S. or (404) 537-3406 internationally and enter the conference ID 8263356. The webcast will be available on the EchoStar investor relations website for approximately one month, two hours following the conference call. EchoStar'spressreleaseaboutitsfinancial resultswillbedistributed prior totheconferencecall and will be accessible on our website at www.echostar.com. AboutEchoStarEchoStar Corporation (NASDAQ: SATS) is a premier global provider of satellite communication solutions. Headquartered in Englewood, Colo., and conducting business around the globe, EchoStar is a pioneer in secure communications technologies through its Hughes Network Systems and EchoStar Satellite Services business segments. For more information, visit www.echostar.com. Follow @EchoStar on Twitter. SOURCE EchoStar Corporation Related Links http://www.EchoStar.com

EchoStar Corporation Announces Conference Call For Third Quarter 2020 Financial Results

BOULDER, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, Techstars, the worldwide network that helps entrepreneurs succeed, announced the launch of The Roux Institute Techstars Accelerator. Run in partnership with the Roux Institute at Northeastern University, the new program will be based in Portland, Maine and aimed at entrepreneurs building solutions that address the intersection of humans and machines in areas revolutionizing life and work including, but not limited to, AI, life sciences and health, and data and analytics. The program is accepting applications for the inaugural class today, February 22, through May 12. The Roux Institute, founded in early 2020 by a generous investment from David and Barbara Roux, is an innovation hub devoted to deepening and expanding the advanced technology sector in Maine and driving talent and economic growth for the state and Northern New England. The Roux Institute Techstars Accelerator will further this mission by providing 10 companies with funding, hands-on mentorship and access to Techstars worldwide network of investors, mentors and corporate partners on an annual basis. Its an exciting time to be joining the Northern New England entrepreneurial ecosystem, said Nancy Wolff, General Manager at Techstars. Techstars was founded on the three simple principles that entrepreneurs create a better future, collaboration drives innovation and great ideas can come from anywhere. Bringing the engine that is Techstars to the larger Maine community, in partnership with the Roux Institute, will show startups why Portland can be one of the best environments for growing a business. The program will be led by a Techstars Managing Director and supported by leaders and mentors from the Roux Institute and its global network of partners and researchers. The three-month program will run September through December, where selected startups will grow their businesses through funding and fundraising opportunities, workshops and curated resources and mentorship. The Roux Institute has rapidly developed a robust infrastructure to support early-stage businesses. Having just launched our residency, The Roux Institute Techstars Accelerator was a natural next step. We're looking forward to attracting some of the best companies around the world to Maine, said Chris Wolfel, Director of Entrepreneurship at the Roux Institute. Startups interested in the program are encouraged to learn more by visiting The Roux Institute Techstars Accelerator page or express interest here. Corporations interested in learning more about Techstars Accelerators and Techstars dedication to corporate innovation can learn more at techstars.com/corporate-innovation-partnerships. About Techstars The Techstars worldwide network helps entrepreneurs succeed. Founded in 2006, Techstars began with three simple ideas entrepreneurs create a better future for everyone, collaboration drives innovation, and great ideas can come from anywhere. Now we are on a mission to enable every person on the planet to contribute to, and benefit from, the success of entrepreneurs. In addition to operating accelerator programs and venture capital funds, we do this by connecting startups, investors, corporations, and cities to help build thriving startup communities. Techstars has invested in more than 2,300 companies with a combined market cap of more than $193B. www.techstars.com About The Roux Institute at Northeastern University Northeasterns Roux Institute is designed to spur innovation, build talent, and drive economic growth in Portland, the state of Maine, and the Northeast. Partnershipswith industry, academia, and governmentset our education and research model apart. The world is being radically transformed by artificial intelligence and other advanced technologies. In 2020, Northeastern launched the Roux Institute with tech entrepreneur David Roux to build expertise at the intersection of humans and machines. The institute offers graduate education and research capabilities in areas that will revolutionize life and work: AI, computer and data sciences, digital engineering, and the advanced life sciences and medicine.

Techstars Teams Up With the Roux Institute at Northeastern University to Drive Innovation in Northern New England The Roux Institute Techstars Accelerator will focus on tech solutions at the intersection of humans and machines

SAN DIEGO, Jan. 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Sony Electronics Inc. announces the launch of KOOV Academy in partnership with UC San Diego Education Studies Department. This program supports educators as they implement STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math)programs in the classroom, in a way that keeps students highly engaged. KOOV is an all-in-one coding, robotics and design kit that combines digital coding with physical building to teach the next generation of innovators. The partnership was first announced during Sony's recent Corporate Social Responsibility video panel that aired during the 2021 Consumer Electronics Show. KOOV Academy program uses engaging platform to make STEAM fields of study more accessible and engaging for both teachers and students. KOOV is an all-in-one coding, robotics and design kit that combines digital coding with physical building to teach the next generation of innovators. "Sony is proud to support and encourage student innovators with KOOV Academy," stated Michiko Araki, VP of Marketing and New Business at Sony Electronics Inc. "Our teachers and students are of utmost importance, and we will continue to prepare them well to drive innovationthey are where it all begins." The STEAM program will offer educators "getting started" trainings, help them design lesson plans, and will provide classroom support for the kickoff of their programs. In addition, Sony has committed to donating KOOV robotics and coding kits to classrooms serving underprivileged students across San Diego, enabling them to start their programs. Dr. Carolyn Hofstetter, Chair of the Education Studies Department at UC San Diego, shared, "We are excited about this opportunity to make computer science education accessible for more kids, schools and communities. We appreciate Sony's partnership in this important endeavor."Dr. Amy Eguchi, Assistant Teaching Professor of Computer Science Education, leading the project at UC San Diego, stated, "UC San Diego is committed to promoting diversity in STEAM fields. KOOV Academy will help us reach and excite our diverse student population with fun hands-on activities through project-based approaches. We hope to engage more students in integrated STREAM (Science, Technology, Robotics, Engineering, Art and Math) learning. KOOV is a perfect robotics learning tool that can attract many students in STREAM learning."For those interested in KOOV Academy participation or wish to hear about opportunities in the community, please submit an interest form here. About UC San DiegoUC San Diego is a student-centered, research-focused, service-oriented public institution that provides opportunity for all. Recognized as one of the top fifteen research universities worldwide, a culture of collaboration sparks discoveries that advance society and drive economic impact.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 industryleading 4K and 8K Ultra HD TVs. Visit http://www.sony.com/news for more information. SOURCE Sony Electronics, Inc.

Sony Electronics Launches KOOV Academy to Support Teachers with STEAM Education Program uses engaging platform to make STEAM fields of study more accessible and engaging for both teachers and students.

AUSTIN, Texas, July22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Although delicious mixed cocktails and mocktails may feel like an indulgence, they can still fit into a healthy routine without sacrificing fitness goals or taste. It all comes down to making smart ingredient swaps and leaning into mixer options that are low in sugar, carbs, and calories but still bold in flavor. That's why Waterloo Sparkling Water, an Austin-based company with a commitment to providing healthy and satisfying beverage choices, is excited to announce the latest addition to their line of fruit-inspired sparkling waters: Lemon-Lime. Waterloo Sparkling Water's NEW Lemon-Lime Flavored sparkling water has grown to cult-favorite status due to its versatility, but consumers are using the beverage as an ingredient in their favorite cocktails as of late and with good reason. Waterloo has experienced a meteoric rise to success as it delivers a truly fresh flavor without compromising on functional benefits like zero sugar and sweeteners. The new flavor is a refreshing, healthy choice and, thanks to their dedicated in-house flavor innovation team, Waterloo's Lemon-Lime is the boldest, most authentic tasting Lemon-Lime Sparkling Water to hit the market. To highlight the brand's citrus innovation, Waterloo is calling on cocktail lovers to channel their inner mixologist. After all, when life gives you lemons and limes, you make cocktails! Waterloo will be hosting an upcoming Instagram giveaway with the chance to win a flavor trial box including samples of the new Lemon-Lime flavor, as well as fun cocktail and mocktail recipes to help spark drink creations for sharing on social using #WhenLifeGivesYouLemonLime. Waterloo has kicked off their own Lemon-Lime inspiration with recipes including: Tequiloo Rita Ingredients: 1 oz Altos Blanco Tequila 1 oz Orange juice oz Lemon juice Dash of agave syrup Waterloo Lemon-Lime 1 Lime wedge for garnish Instructions: Mix tequila, orange juice, lemon juice, and agave with ice in a shaker and shake. Pour over fresh ice and top with Waterloo Lemon-Lime. Garnish with a lime. Watermelon Press Ingredients: 1 oz Vodka 4 oz Waterloo Lemon-Lime 2 Fresh watermelon cubes Instructions: Muddle watermelon cubes in a glass, add ice, pour vodka and Waterloo Lemon-Lime on top and give it a big stir. Strawberry Mojito Mocktail Ingredients: 6 oz Waterloo Lemon-Lime 2-3 Muddled strawberries 3 Fresh mint leaves 1 Lime wedge for garnish Instructions: Muddle strawberries and mint in a tall glass. Fill glass with ice, then slowly pour Waterloo Lemon-Lime over ice. Give it a big stir and garnish with a lime. Please visitdrinkwaterloo.comfor additional information on Waterloo's lineup of sparkling water that contains true-to-fruit flavors and zero calories, sugar, and sodium.ABOUT WATERLOO:In 2017, after recognizing that consumers were seeking, but not finding, healthy, authentic, transparent and better-for-them beverage choices, that tasted great, the team dared to challenge expectation and launched Waterloo Sparkling. A rebel at heart, Waterloo has been breaking the mold since day one and is driven by its cofounder's firsthand knowledge of the importance of food and beverage choices. The Austin-based brand is a BOLD take on sparkling water, making its mark by focusing on fruit-inspired flavor & aroma and delivering a much richer, more authentic taste. Waterloo is made with Non-GMO Project verified and Whole 30 Approved flavors, free of calories, sodium, sugar, & artificial sweeteners. For the benefit of their fans and the environment, Waterloo has only ever been produced in aluminum cans, made with BPA-free liners.SOURCE Waterloo Sparkling Water

Meet Your New Favorite Healthy Mixer: Waterloo Sparkling Water's Lemon-Lime

DUBLIN, July 7, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Circulating Water Baths - Global Market Trajectory & Analytics" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. Amid the COVID-19 crisis and the looming economic recession, the Circulating Water Baths market worldwide will grow by a projected US$15 Thousand, during the analysis period, driven by a revised compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.6%. Chemical Industry, one of the segments analyzed and sized in this study, is forecast to grow at over 3% and reach a market size of US$44.7 Thousand by the end of the analysis period. The global analysis and forecast periods covered within the report are 2020-2027 (Current & Future Analysis) and 2012-2019 (Historic Review). Research estimates are provided for 2020, while research projections cover the period 2021-2027.An unusual period in history, the coronavirus pandemic has unleashed a series of unprecedented events affecting every industry. The Chemical Industry market will be reset to a new normal which going forwards in a post COVID-19 era will be continuously redefined and redesigned. Staying on top of trends and accurate analysis is paramount now more than ever to manage uncertainty, change and continuously adapt to new and evolving market conditions. As part of the new emerging geographic scenario, the United States is forecast to readjust to a 1.5% CAGR. Within Europe, Germany will add over US$336.1 to the region's size over the next 7 to 8 years. In addition, over US$369 worth of projected demand in the region will come from Rest of European markets. In Japan, the Chemical Industry segment will reach a market size of US$2.2 Thousand by the close of the analysis period. Blamed for the pandemic, significant political and economic challenges confront China. Amid the growing push for decoupling and economic distancing, the changing relationship between China and the rest of the world will influence competition and opportunities in the Circulating Water Baths market. Against this backdrop and the changing geopolitical, business and consumer sentiments, the world's second largest economy will grow at 5.3% over the next couple of years and add approximately US$5.1 Thousand in terms of addressable market opportunity. Continuous monitoring for emerging signs of a possible new world order post-COVID-19 crisis is a must for aspiring businesses and their astute leaders seeking to find success in the now changing Circulating Water Baths market landscape. All research viewpoints presented are based on validated engagements from influencers in the market, whose opinions supersede all other research methodologies. Competitors identified in this market include, among others, Benchmark Scientific Inc. Boekel Scientific, Inc. C&A Scientific Carolina Biological Supply Company Cole-Parmer Instrument Company LLC Edvotek Inc. Grant Instruments (Cambridge) Ltd. Heidolph Instruments GmbH & Co. KG Humboldt Mfg. Co. IKA Werke GmbH & Co. KG Julabo GmbH Peter Huber Kaltemaschinenbau AG Polysciences, Inc. Thermo Fisher Scientific, Inc. Key Topics Covered: I. INTRODUCTION, METHODOLOGY & REPORT SCOPEII. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY1. MARKET OVERVIEW Global Competitor Market Shares Circulating Water Baths Competitor Market Share Scenario Worldwide (in %): 2019 & 2025 Impact of Covid-19 and a Looming Global Recession 2. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS3. MARKET TRENDS & DRIVERS4. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVEIII. MARKET ANALYSISIV. COMPETITIONTotal Companies Profiled: 47For more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/ji4e0a 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: 646-607-1904 Fax (outside U.S.): +353-1-481-1716 SOURCE Research and Markets Related Links http://www.researchandmarkets.com

Worldwide Circulating Water Baths Industry to 2027 - Impact of COVID-19 on the Market

SOLANA BEACH, Calif., June 9, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --MarcomCentral, an industry-leading, cloud-based digital asset management (DAM) company, announced the appointment of a new Vice President of Sales, Leonard DiMiceli. In this position, DiMiceli will lead the company's sales strategy including expanding growth efforts beyond enterprise to support the SMB market, as well as overseeing Marcom's new business division. Leonard DiMiceli, MarcomCentral new VP of Sales DiMiceli is a growth-focused leader and joins MarcomCentral with 25 years of experience driving new business, most recently as VP, Channel Sales at Ecessa Corporation where he elevated the company to become a technology leader in the SD-WAN space. Prior to Ecessa Corporation, DiMiceli held executive roles at My Digital Shield, ConnectWise, and J2 Global. "MarcomCentral is dedicated to helping customers build better brands, by enabling them to organize, customize and distribute marketing assets easily and efficiently. We're pleased to welcome Leonard to the team as we continue to innovate the DAM category and provide solutions that meet the evolving needs of marketing leaders," said Byung Choi, President and Chief Executive Officer of MarcomCentral. "We have exciting growth plans for the company this year, and I'm confident that Leonard's deep experience and sales leadershipwill help align the vision of MarcomCentral with the future of digital marketing." MarcomCentral's flagship DAM platform allows organizations not only to store their marketing assets like traditional DAMs, but also offers an advanced suite of dynamic templates, enabling the customization and distribution of those assets to their employees worldwide, quickly and easily. "MarcomCentral has the passion to deliver software that marketers love to use and a dedication to helping brands navigate their rapidly evolving field," said Leonard DiMiceli, Vice President of Sales. "The opportunities ahead are tremendous, and I'm excited to lead the sales team and to propel MarcomCentral forward."For more information on MarcomCentral's flagship DAM tool, please visit marcom.com.MarcomCentral is owned by Ricoh USA, Inc., a leader in print and information services.About MarcomCentralMarcomCentral, a Ricoh USA, Inc. company, offers industry-leading, cloud-based digital asset management technology so organizations can easily maintain brand consistency across all channels. With over 20 years of experience, MarcomCentral has brought in the best engineers and product developers from top tech companies, sales and marketing professionals to deliver an easy-to-use, comprehensive digital asset management platform, giving global brands the ability to locate, store, customize and distribute digital assets to their employees worldwide, quickly and easily. To learn more, visit: www.marcomcentral.com, or follow us on Twitter@MarcomCentralandLinkedIn.SOURCE MarcomCentral Related Links http://www.marcomcentral.com

MarcomCentral Appoints New Vice President of Sales, Leonard DiMiceli, As DAM Provider Enters Next Phase of Growth and Innovation Leading digital asset management company announces new addition to leadership team

NEW YORK, June 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces investigation of potential securities claims on behalf of shareholders of Contura Energy, Inc. (NYSE: CTRA) resulting from allegations that Contura may have issued materially misleading business information to the investing public. Rosen Law Firm is preparing a securities lawsuit on behalf of Contura shareholders. If you purchased securities of Contura please visit the firm's website at http://www.rosenlegal.com/cases-register-1877.htmlto join the securities action. You may also contact Phillip Kim of Rosen Law Firm toll free at 866-767-3653 or via email at mailto:[emailprotected]or [emailprotected]. Follow us for updates on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-rosen-law-firmor on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rosen_firmor 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 secured hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Contact Information: Laurence Rosen, Esq. Phillip Kim, Esq. The Rosen Law Firm, P.A. 275 Madison Avenue, 40th Floor New York, NY 10016 Tel: (212) 686-1060 Toll Free: (866) 767-3653 Fax: (212) 202-3827 [emailprotected] [emailprotected] [emailprotected] www.rosenlegal.com SOURCE Rosen Law Firm, P.A. Related Links www.rosenlegal.com

ROSEN, A LEADING NATIONAL FIRM, Announces Investigation of Securities Claims Against Contura Energy, Inc. - CTRA

SHANGHAI, July 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Asieris Pharmaceuticals (Asieris), a China-based biotech company with global aspirations to discover, develop and commercialize innovative drugs for the treatment of genitourinary tumors and related diseases, announced today it has received Clinical Trial Approval (CTA) from China's National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) for the global,multi-centered Phase III clinical trial of its photodynamic drug-device combination product, APL-1702 (Cevira), which is being developed for the non-surgical treatment of high-grade cervical dysplasia (HSIL). "Receiving the CTA from NMPA for APL-1702 is a significant milestone for the company as it builds and expands its capabilities in the genitourinarydisease area," commented Dr. John Zhuang, Asieris' Chief Operation Officer and APL-1702's project leader. "APL-1702 has the potential to be the first non-surgical treatment product for cervical precancerous lesions in the world. Female patients of childbearing age have strong desires for a non-surgical treatment that preserves the cervical function,and APL-1702 holds the potential of fulfilling this significant unmet medical need, thereby bringing substantial relief to these patients." In addition to China, Asieris has concurrently initiated this global multi-centered Phase III clinical trial in the United States, Germany, Romania, Hungary, Russia, and Ukraine. Data from this trial will support the market approval applications in China, the United States, the European Union, and other countries. About Cervical Dysplasia High grade cervical squamous intraepithelial lesion (HSIL) is a precancerous condition caused by a persistent HPV infection, a highly prevalent sexually transmitted disease. Each year there are approximately 10 million cases with high grade disease and over 50 thousands new cases of cervical cancer worldwide. In China, approximately 2% of the female population develop HSIL each year. Currently surgical excisions, primarily LEEP/LLETZ and CKC, are the most common treatment options. However, these surgical treatment methods may cause adverse reactions, including bleeding, infection, and damages to the cervix, which maysubsequentlylead to adverse effects on the reproductive function (such as premature birth, abortion). About APL-1702 (Cevira) Cevira is a photodynamic drug-device combination product. Based on the principle of photodynamic therapy, a photosensitizer is combined with light activation of specific wavelength to produce therapeutic effects. APL-1702 is intended for patients of 18 years and older with high-grade cervical dysplasia (HSIL), including all HPV subtype strains. Cevira is easily placed on the cervix by a gynecologist and removed by the patient at the end of treatment, with no disruption to her normal daily activities during treatment. Only one or two treatments are needed. This breakthrough treatment would provide a new option to both Chinese and overseas patients, allowing them to avoid the pain and adverse reactions associated with surgical procedure, especially avoid the impact of surgery on reproduction. APL-1702 has received the Fierce Innovation Awards Life Sciences Edition 2019 in the category of Medical Device Innovation. No non-surgical treatment product has been approved for treating HSIL disease in any country to date. About Asieris Pharmaceuticals Asieris Pharmaceuticals, founded in March 2010 in China Medical City in Jiangsu Taizhou, with its R&D Center located in Shanghai, is the only China-based, globally oriented company specializing in the development and commercialization of new drugs for the treatment of genitourinary tumors and related diseases. Asieris Pharmaceuticals is dedicated to becoming the most innovative, influential, respectable, and trustworthy pharmaceutical company in our areas of focus. We create global values of our proprietary first-in-class new drugs with breakthrough potentials. Meanwhile, we in-license late-stage or marketed new drugs from overseas for the Chinese market, in order to enhance our product pipeline and allow us quickly establish leadership in the China market. SOURCE Asieris

Asieris Received China NMPA's Approval to Start a Global Phase III Clinical Trial for APL-1702 to Treat Cervical Precancerous Lesions (HSIL)

BOSTON, May 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --BitSight, the Standard in Security Ratings, today announced it has been named a 2020 Gartner Peer Insights Customers' Choice for IT Vendor Risk Management (VRM) Tools. The Customers' Choice distinction is based on verified customer reviews of the BitSight Security Ratings platform. BitSight is the only Security Ratings Service to earn this distinction, and is one of only two companies to be honored. Companies are facing unprecedented challenges in managing risks to their third-party ecosystem, and the massive shift to remote work has only expanded the attack surface. According to Gartner, delays in vendor onboarding have become one of the largest obstacles to digital transformation and business growth. BitSight helps organizations rapidly assess and continuously measure and monitor the security performance of third parties. "In these trying times, security and risk professionals turn to their peers for advice and recommendations on managing cyber risk," said Steve Harvey, CEO of BitSight. "We are honored that so many of our customers shared their positive experiences with BitSight. We believe this recognition validates our commitment to delivering the most innovative products to our customers and to partnering with them on their journey to measurably reduce risk and achieve greater operational efficiency for their organizations." Some of the comments shared by users include: "BitSight Security Ratings Platform delivers a world class 3rd Party Risk Tool," Vendor Management Program Head in the Finance Industry https://www.gartner.com/reviews/market/it-vendor-risk-management/vendor/bitsight/product/bitsight-security-ratings/review/view/970184 "Security reporting that is understood by all constituents, even the Board," Chief Risk and Compliance Officer in the Healthcare Industry https://www.gartner.com/reviews/market/it-vendor-risk-management/vendor/bitsight/product/bitsight-security-ratings/review/view/933391 "Excellent implementation of a great product," Corporate Information Security Officer, Energy and Utilities https://www.gartner.com/reviews/market/it-vendor-risk-management/vendor/bitsight/product/bitsight-security-ratings/review/view/963849 "A great platform for gaining insight into the security posture of vendors," Network Security Specialist, Healthcare https://www.gartner.com/reviews/market/it-vendor-risk-management/vendor/bitsight/product/bitsight-security-ratings/review/view/793999 To learn more about what BitSight customers have to say about its solutions, please visit here. BitSight will host a virtual "Third-Party Risk Xperience" on June 23, 2020, featuring interactive discussions led by industry experts on how organizations can reduce risk and operate their third-party risk management programs more efficiently. To attend the event, sign up by visiting: https://bitsightxperience.splashthat.com/. About Peer Insights Peer Insights is an online platform of ratings and reviews of IT software and services that are written and read by IT professionals and technology decision-makers. The goal is to help IT leaders make more insightful purchase decisions and help technology providers improve their products by receiving objective, unbiased feedback from their customers. Gartner Peer Insights includes more than 215,000 verified reviews in more than 340 markets. For more information, please visitwww.gartner.com/reviews/home. Gartner Peer Insights Customers' Choice constitute the subjective opinions of individual end-user reviews, ratings, and data applied against a documented methodology; they neither represent the views of, nor constitute an endorsement by, Gartner or its affiliates. About BitSightBitSight transforms how organizations manage cyber risk. The BitSight Security Ratings Platform applies sophisticated algorithms, producing daily security ratings that range from 250 to 900, to help organizations manage their own security performance; mitigate third party risk; underwrite cyber insurance policies; conduct financial diligence; and assess aggregate risk. With over 2,100 global customers and the largest ecosystem of users and information, BitSight is the Standard in Security Ratings. For more information, please visitwww.bitsight.com, read ourblog or follow@BitSight on Twitter. SOURCE BitSight Related Links http://www.bitsight.com

BitSight Recognized as a 2020 Gartner Peer Insights Customers' Choice for IT Vendor Risk Management Tools BitSight is the only Security Ratings Service to achieve this distinction

WELLESLEY, Massachusetts, March 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Minor cuts and lacerations can be safely, quickly, and effectively treated at home with Clozex Medical innovative wound closures, reducing the risk of exposure to COVID-19 and other contagions. Stay safe and keep our medical professionals focused on the increasing needs of so many patients right now. Clozex provides a non-threatening solution for the treatment of cuts and lacerationsand they are, mostimportantly, affordable for everyone. Clozex Medical - FDA Approved Treatment for Cuts and Lacerations "Statistics are showing us that as many as 75% of ER visits are potentially preventable visits, and the #3 reason for an ER visit is due to laceration*. We, of course, want everyone to use common sense and make good health decisions," states Clozex President & CEO John Michael Streithorst, "but this is not a good time to be waiting in an emergency room for urgent care on a wound that can be safely closed at home, using Clozex non-invasive, needleless wound closures. We are especially concerned with the young and elderly. A parent can sanitize a cut and have a Clozex Medical Closure on their child's wound in minutes without an anxiety-laden ride and wait for medical attention from already over-burdened staff. An older or compromised person, with thin skin or mobility issues, need not be exposed and put through the discomfort of a crowded waiting room. A small accident in the kitchen, workshop, or with kids at play, can be safely treated in minutes." Clozex closures' intuitive approach was developed with the input of leading surgeons and is designed to keep skin closures simple. With a simple pulling motion, the interlaced design of Clozex precisely aligns the skin edges for a secure, and aesthetically pleasing closure. Clozex is FDA approved for over-the-counter use and is available in healthcare facilities across the USA. Available online Amazon.com and shop.clozex.com. Clozex Medical Closures: Are easy to use, quick to apply, and reduce anxiety caused by suturing Provide excellent cosmetic results, leaving no "track marks" that may be caused by sutures Reduce the risk of infection caused by piercing the skin with sutures Eliminate potential needlestick accidents at a busy clinic and in a hectic emergency response situation Allow for showering within 24 hours with no adverse effects on longevity Are cost-effective: emergency room visits are expensive. Clozex can be easily removed at home *https://www.health.ny.gov/statistics/sparcs/sb/docs/sb4.pdfClozex Medical, Inc.36 Washington St.Suite 220Wellesley, MA 02481+1617-823-8082www.clozex.comMedia inquiries:Peggy Rose Peggy Rose Public Relations+1 617-477-9802peggyrose-pr.comSOURCE Clozex Medical, Inc.

Clozex Is a Safe, FDA Approved and Revolutionary Product That Helps Close Wounds Without Going to the Emergency Room Clozex Reduces The Anxiety Of A Visit To The Emergency Room Or Urgent Care And Is A Proven And Cost-effective Treatment.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Piedmont Lithium Limited (Piedmont or the Company) (Nasdaq:PLL; ASX:PLL) is pleased to announce an updated Global Mineral Resource estimate (MRE) (Table 1) for the Companys flagship Piedmont Lithium Project in North Carolina, USA which includes updated Mineral Resource estimates from the Core and Central properties and an initial Mineral Resource estimate from the Huffstetler property (Table 2). The total MRE for the project is 39.2 Mt at 1.09% Li2O (Figure 1), with 55% of the MRE currently classified in the Indicated category. The Mineral Resource estimate is reported in accordance with JORC Code (2012 Edition). Table 1: Piedmont Lithium Global Mineral Resources Estimate (MRE) Resource Category Tonnes (Mt) Grade (Li2O%) Li2O (t) LCE (t) Indicated 21.6 1.12 241,000 597,000 Inferred 17.6 1.03 181,000 449,000 Total 39.2 1.09 422,000 1,046,000 Keith D. Phillips, President and Chief Executive Officer, commented: Increasing the scale of our North Carolina mineral resource to 39.2 Mt at 1.09% Li2O establishes our asset as one of the largest spodumene resources in North America and the only one in the United States. The expanded resource offers the potential for increased annual lithium production, something we will evaluate as we prepare our updated Scoping Study for release next month. All this is coming together at an ideal time, as the public and private sectors dramatically increase their investment in the electrification of America. Given the scope and strategic location of our Piedmont Lithium Project, we believe we are ideally positioned to play a critical role in helping the United States build a clean energy economy and a U.S. based EV supply chain. To view the complete ASX Release, click here.

Piedmont Increases Lithium Resources By 40% Piedmont Lithium Projects Global Mineral Resources increased to 39.2 Mt @ 1.09% Li2O Exploration and infill drilling continues with five rigs operating on the Core property The updated resource base will underpin the Scoping Study update targeted for May 2021 A further resource update will precede the DFS scheduled for September 2021 release

DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Edge AI Software Market by Component (Solutions and Services), Data Source, Application (Autonomous Vehicles, Access Management, Video Surveillance, Remote Monitoring and Predictive Maintenance, and Telemetry), Vertical, and Region - Global Forecast to 2026" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The global edge AI software market size to grow from USD 590 million in 2020 to USD 1,835 million by 2026, at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 20.8% during the forecast period. Various factors such as increasing enterprise workloads on the cloud and rapid growth in the number of intelligent applications are expected to drive the adoption of the edge AI solutions and services. The objective of the report is to define, describe, and forecast the edge AI software market size based on component, type, GNSS receiver, application, vertical, and region. As the world braces for the continued impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, every industry has been affected. To mitigate pandemic risks, organizations around the world are taking adequate measures such as remote working capabilities, remote asset maintenance and monitoring, plant automation, and telehealth. A high positive impact has been witnessed in the healthcare vertical, as firms have started realizing the potential of edge AI software in combating the impact of COVID-19. This has led to increased funding and research to keep businesses safe and secure across the value chain. It is expected that the market will witness slow growth during the pandemic and bounce back with a higher adoption rate across verticals post-pandemic. Organizations worldwide have been using digital infrastructure to continue with their usual business activities as it serves as an essential infrastructure. Healthcare, the public sector, and education verticals are adopting digitalization at an unprecedented rate. Several clouds and edge companies are offering their computational services for free to the frontline workers to reduce the impact of COVID-19. The system integration and testing services segment to grow at a higher CAGR during the forecast period The training and consulting services segment is expected to account for the largest market size, while the system integration and testing services segment is projected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period. The technicalities involved in implementing edge AI software solutions boost the growth of training and consulting services while the need to ensure the interoperability of edge AI software with hardware components from different vendors would boost the growth of system integration and testing services. The video and image recognition segment to have the largest market size during the forecast period The edge AI software market by data source has been segmented into video and image recognition, speech recognition, biometric data, sensor data, and mobile data. Video and image content analysis has introduced the automation of tasks due to advancements made in deep learning. They help to automatically recognize temporal and spatial events in videos and images. A person who moves suspiciously, traffic signs that are not obeyed, the sudden appearance of flames, and smoke are few events detected through video and image content analysis. Energy management application segment to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period The edge AI software market by application has been segmented into autonomous vehicles, access management, video surveillance, remote monitoring and predictive maintenance, telemetry, energy management, and others (point of sales, field service support, precision agriculture, AR/VR, and smart wearables). Using edge AI for energy management can reduce the overall costs and optimize energy consumption by applying various techniques for predicting the optimal load of the system in real-time leading to its growth in edgeAI software market. Among regions, North America accounts for the largest market size during the forecast period The organizations in North America, especially the US, have leveraged the benefits of AI, ML, and deep learning technologies to stay ahead in the market. The region has well-established economies, which enable edge AI software vendors to invest in new technologies. Furthermore, it is regarded as the center of innovation where major IT players are rolling out intelligent devices and collaborating with other companies in the edge AI software market. Market Dynamics Companies Mentioned For more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/a9vhk5

The Worldwide Edge AI Software Industry is Expected to Reach $1.8+ Billion by 2026 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--This has been an unprecedented year for nurses as they have faced the challenges of a global pandemic. Many have worked long hours, seen changes in their job duties and have experienced anxiety about their own health and safety and that of their families. As part of recognizing National Nurses Week, May 6-12, University of Phoenix commissioned The Harris Poll to survey 300 nurses across the nation to better understand their perception of the nursing profession since the start of the pandemic. Despite all these obstacles, nurses feel overwhelmingly positive about their jobs and are proud to belong to the nursing profession. The survey found that 99% of nurses are proud of the work that they do and 87% agree their job is more important than ever right now. Job satisfaction was also high with 90% of nurses saying they like their job and 88% say they are satisfied with their job. Even though nurses feel positive about their job, 78% of nurses say that working during the pandemic has been the most challenging time in their careers. Nurses reported feeling exhausted (65%), fearful (49%) and underappreciated (36%). Many said they were concerned about their risk of exposure to COVID-19 (88%) or their organizations ability to keep up with a surge of COVID-19 patients (63%). In fact, 46% of nurses thought about quitting their job at some point during the pandemic. This has been a challenging year and nurses should take great pride in the care they gave, said Kathleen Winston, Ph.D., RN, dean for the College of Nursing at University of Phoenix. Often nurses are seeing people during the most vulnerable moments in their lives. In the pandemic, patients were even more vulnerable as they were isolated from loved ones. Those drawn to the nursing profession have a desire to serve others, and that mindset likely saw many of them through this difficult time. According to the survey findings, the majority of nurses do see their job as more than a vocation. When asked about their profession, 96% of nurses believed that nursing is not just a job, it is a calling. They also believe they made the right career choice with 86% saying if they had to do it all over again, they would likely choose the nursing profession again. One of the silver linings of the past year has been the opportunity for nurses to grow in their profession and as individuals. Many nurses report changes at their job since the pandemic began in the U.S., including: their job duties/responsibilities (49%), the type of patients they see (39%) and their work setting (37%). Moreover, since the pandemic began in the U.S., 58% of nurses say they have become a better professional in their industry, 58% a better team member for their colleagues, and 55% said they became a better human being. The COVID-19 pandemic has brought a renewed interest in nursing careers and for good reason, said Dr. Winston. In nursing, you can change your job and responsibilities without changing careers. There are many different paths you can take in nursing such as community health care, health advocacy and nurse education. Nursing is a rewarding career for lifelong learners that have a heart for caring for others. Dr. Winston shares the following tips for future nurses, novice nurses and expert nurses. Allow your heart to choose your profession Nursing is not for everyone. Recognize that nursing is a profession grounded in humility, compassion and service. Not every day will be easy or good. But there will be something challenging and good every day. You will touch lives in a meaningful way. For a nurse, nursing is not just what you do, it is who you are. Commit to lifelong learning By committing to lifelong learning, the nursing profession can be richly rewarding throughout your entire career. In addition to continuing education, engage in workplace committees and look for volunteer opportunities that can help grow your leadership skills. Nurses at every level should join a professional association. This will be a place where nurses will learn, grow, and develop along with their peers and have the opportunity to hear from expert nurse leaders. Expand your network Find a mentor, nurse educator or nurse leader you admire who is willing to share their story about their career journey. Their perspective can help shape your career goals especially if your options or goals are not fully crystallized for you. This is equally essential for experienced nurses to help them evaluate their future direction, opportunities and decisions that are ahead for them throughout their career. Survey Methodology This survey was conducted online within the United States by The Harris Poll on behalf of University of Phoenix between July 30 August 11, 2020 among 300 nurses who are US residents, ages 18 and older and currently employed full-time as a nurse. Figures were weighted where necessary to bring them into line with their actual proportions in the population. Propensity score weighting was also used to adjust for respondents propensity to be online. For complete survey methodology, including weighting variables and subgroup sample sizes, please contact melany.stroupe@phoenix.edu. About University of Phoenix University of Phoenix is continually innovating to help working adults enhance their careers in a rapidly changing world. Flexible schedules, relevant courses and interactive learning help students more effectively pursue career and personal aspirations while balancing their busy lives. We serve a diverse student population, offering degree programs at select locations across the U.S. as well as online. For more information, visit phoenix.edu.

Harris Poll Finds Most Nurses Are Proud of the Work They Do and That Their Job Is More Important Than Ever Because of the Pandemic

DUBLIN, March 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Dermal Facial Fillers Market: Global Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast 2021-2026" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The global dermal facial fillers market reached a value of US$ 2.64 Billion in 2020. A dermal facial filler is an injectable solution which fills the soft tissue present under the skin. Dermal fillers can be both synthetic and natural. With age, the flexibility of the skin is lost along with the natural hydration which helps in shaping, supporting and adding volume to the face. This phenomenon results in the occurrence of wrinkles and sagging of the skin. Dermal fillers are applied through tiny facial injections to specific areas of the face. They raise and pump the facial skin in a gentle manner by replacing the collagen lost due to the above factors. Dermal fillers are helpful in enhancing the appearance of aging, wrinkling and sagging skin. They are used in the form of a non-invasive treatment to rejuvenate facial skin by minimising or removing wrinkles, raising depressions caused by scars, augmenting lips, and replacing the lost soft-tissue through facial injections.The dermal facial fillers market is strongly being driven by an increase in the number of people seeking treatment for facial wrinkles and scarring. This increase has occurred on account of a continuous rise in an imbalance diet, stress and insomnia. Another major driver of this market is the fact that this treatment is non-invasive and has does not take a long period of time to be conducted. Moreover, there has been a decrease in the number of complexities which occur post-surgery. In addition to this, the surgery does not have a prominent scarring as it requires very small incisions which has positively influenced the overall growth of the market. Other factors that are catalysing the growth of this market include a rising ageing population, increasing disposable incomes and raising awareness through social media platforms such as youtube and Instagram. Looking forward, the publisher expects the global dermal facial fillers market to exhibit moderate growth during the next five years.The competitive landscape of the market has also been examined with some of the key players being Allergan, Galderma, Merz Pharma, AQTIS Medical, Bioha Laboratories, Cynosure, Cosmoderm, ColBar LifeScience, Techderm, Regenerative Medical System, Suneva Medical, Sanofi, SciVision Biotech, Speciality European Pharma, Syneron, Ulthera and Visionmed.This report provides a deep insight into the global dermal facial fillers market covering all its essential aspects. This ranges from macro overview of the market to micro details of the industry performance, recent trends, key market drivers and challenges, SWOT analysis, Porter's five forces analysis, value chain analysis, etc. This report is a must-read for entrepreneurs, investors, researchers, consultants, business strategists, and all those who have any kind of stake or are planning to foray into the dermal facial fillers market in any manner.Key Questions Answered in This Report: How has the global dermal facial fillers market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years? What are the key regional markets in the global dermal facial fillers industry? What has been the imapct of COVID-19 on the global dermal facial fillers market? What is the major product origin in the global dermal facial fillers industry? What is the major material types in the global dermal facial fillers industry? What are the price trends of dermal facial fillers? What are the various stages in the value chain of the global dermal facial fillers market? What are the key driving factors and challenges in the global dermal facial fillers market? What is the structure of the global dermal facial fillers market and who are the key players? What is the degree of competition in the global dermal facial fillers market? Key Topics Covered: 1 Preface2 Scope and Methodology3 Executive Summary4 Introduction4.1 Overview4.2 Key Industry Trends5 Global Dermal Facial Fillers Market5.1 Market Overview5.2 Market Performance5.3 Impact of COVID-195.4 Market Breakup by Material Type5.5 Market Breakup by Product Origin5.6 Market Breakup by Region5.7 Market Forecast5.8 SWOT Analysis5.8.1 Overview5.8.2 Strengths5.8.3 Weaknesses5.8.4 Opportunities5.8.5 Threats5.9 Value Chain Analysis5.10 Porters Five Forces Analysis5.10.1 Overview5.10.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers5.10.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers5.10.4 Degree of Competition5.10.5 Threat of New Entrants5.10.6 Threat of Substitutes6 Market Breakup by Material Type6.1 Temporary Fillers6.1.1 Collagen6.1.1.1 Market Trends6.1.1.2 Market Forecast6.1.2 HA6.1.2.1 Market Trends6.1.2.2 Market Forecast6.1.3 Collagen Stimulators6.1.3.1 Market Trends6.1.3.2 Market Forecast6.2 Semi-Permanent Fillers6.2.1 CaHa6.2.1.1 Market Trends6.2.1.2 Market Forecast6.3 Permanent Fillers6.3.1 PMMA6.3.1.1 Market Trends6.3.1.2 Market Forecast6.3.2 PAAG6.3.2.1 Market Trends6.3.2.2 Market Forecast7 Market Breakup by Product Origin7.1 Natural7.1.1 Market Trends7.1.2 Market Forecast7.2 Synthetic7.2.1 Market Trends7.2.2 Market Forecast8 Market Breakup by Region8.1 North America8.1.1 Market Trends8.1.2 Market Forecast8.2 Europe8.2.1 Market Trends8.2.2 Market Forecast8.3 Asia Pacific8.3.1 Market Trends8.3.2 Market Forecast8.4 Middle East and Africa8.4.1 Market Trends8.4.2 Market Forecast8.5 Latin America8.5.1 Market Trends8.5.2 Market Forecast9 Dermal Facial Fillers Manufacturing Process9.1 Product Overview9.2 Raw Material Requirements9.3 Manufacturing Process9.4 Key Success and Risk Factors10 Competitive Landscape10.1 Market Structure10.2 Key Players10.3 Profiles of Key Players10.3.1 Allergan10.3.2 Galderma10.3.3 Merz Pharma10.3.4 AQTIS Medical10.3.5 Bioha Laboratories10.3.6 Cynosure10.3.7 Cosmoderm10.3.8 ColBar LifeScience10.3.9 Techderm10.3.10 Regenerative Medical System10.3.11 Suneva Medical10.3.12 Sanofi10.3.13 SciVision Biotech10.3.14 Speciality European Pharma10.3.15 Syneron10.3.16 Ulthera10.3.17 VisionmedFor more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/8x8lj 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 Dermal Facial Fillers Market (2021 to 2026) - Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecasts

NEW YORK, March 31, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Paul McIlree, P.E., a nationally recognized leader in design-build project delivery, has been promoted to STV senior vice president.McIlree will continue to serve as STV's design-build director. In this role, McIlree is responsible for active oversight of the firm's design-build efforts and the implementation of best practices across STV's project delivery, commercial, and business development initiatives. Paul McIlree, P.E., STV Paul has played an integral part in STV's growth in recent years, specifically within the design-build arena," said Chuck Kohler, P.E., S.E., STV's chief operating officer. "His keen business sense and ability to develop relationships and partnerships has brought tremendous value to the firm and the clients we serve." McIlree joined STV in 2016. Over the past five years, he has helped the firm successfully pursue and execute numerous landmark initiatives procured using the design-build project delivery method. Among them are the $300 million Washington Metropolitan Area Transportation Authority Northern Bus Garage (design-build team led by Clark Construction) and the $1.3 billion Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority Westside Purple Line Extension 3 Stations and Tunnel Fit-Out (as part of design-build team led by the Tutor-Perini/O&G joint venture).McIlree earned his Bachelor of Science in civil engineering from Tennessee Technological University. He is a registered Professional Engineer in Florida.About STV: Founded more than 100 years ago, STV is a leader in providing engineering, architectural, planning, environmental, and program management and construction management services for transportation systems, infrastructure, buildings, energy, and other facilities. The firm is ranked 32nd in Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms survey and is 8th in its transportation category. For more information, visit the firm's website at www.stvinc.com or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn or Twitter.For more information, contact:Jill Bonamusa, (212) 614-3354[emailprotected] Marissa Matteo, (215) 832-3557[emailprotected]SOURCE STV Related Links http://www.stvinc.com

Paul McIlree, P.E., Promoted To STV Senior Vice President

NEW YORK, Oct. 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Juan Monteverde, founder and managing partner at Monteverde & Associates PC, a national securities firm headquartered at the Empire State Building in New York City, is investigating Eidos Therapeutics, Inc. ("Eidos" or the "Company") (EIDX) relating to its proposed acquisition by BridgeBio Pharma, Inc. ("BridgeBio"). Under the terms of the agreement, Eidos' shareholders will receive 1.85 shares of BridgeBio common stock or $73.26 in cash per share. The investigation focuses on whether Eidos Therapeutics, Inc. and its Board of Directors violated securities laws and/or breached their fiduciary duties to the Company by 1) failing to conduct a fair process and 2) whether and by how much this proposed transaction undervalues the Company. Click here for more information:https://www.monteverdelaw.com/case/eidos-therapeutics-inchttps://www.monteverdelaw.com/case/standard-diversified-inc. It is free and there is no cost or obligation to you. About Monteverde & Associates PC We are a national class action securities litigation law firm that has recovered millions of dollars and is committed to protecting shareholders from corporate wrongdoing. Our lawyers have significant experience litigating Mergers & Acquisitions and Securities Class Actions. Mr. Monteverde is recognized by Super Lawyers as a Rising Star in Securities Litigation in 2013, 2017-2019, an award given to less than 2.5% of attorneys in a particular field. He has also been selected by Martindale-Hubbell as a 2017-2019 Top Rated Lawyer. Our firm's recent successes include changing the law in a significant victory that lowered the standard of liability under Section 14(e) of the Exchange Act in the Ninth Circuit. Thereafter, our firm successfully preserved this victory by obtaining dismissal of a writ of certiorari as improvidently granted at the United States Supreme Court. Emulex Corp. v. Varjabedian, 139 S. Ct. 1407 (2019). Also, in 2019 we recovered money for shareholders in six mergers & acquisitions class action cases. If you own common stock in Eidos Therapeutics, Inc. and wish to obtain additional information and protect your investments free of charge, please visit our website or contact Juan E. Monteverde, Esq. either via e-mail at [emailprotected] or by telephone at (212) 971-1341. Contact:Juan E. Monteverde, Esq.MONTEVERDE & ASSOCIATES PCThe Empire State Building350 Fifth Ave. Suite 4405New York, NY 10118United States of America[emailprotected]Tel: (212) 971-1341 Attorney Advertising. (C) 2020 Monteverde & Associates PC.The law firm responsible for this advertisement is Monteverde & Associates PC (www.monteverdelaw.com). Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome with respect to any future matter. SOURCE Monteverde & Associates PC Related Links http://www.monteverdelaw.com

SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Monteverde & Associates PC Announces an Investigation of Eidos Therapeutics, Inc. -EIDX

PITTSBURGH, April 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --ViatrisInc. (NASDAQ: VTRS) today announced the company will take part in a virtual fireside chat at the BofA Securities 2021 Health Care Conference on Tuesday, May 11, 2021. President Rajiv Malik and Chief Financial Officer Sanjeev Narula will answer questions about the company at 8 a.m. ET. Interested parties can access a live webcast of the event at investor.viatris.com. An archived version also will be available following the live event and can be accessed at the same location for a limited time. AboutViatrisViatrisInc. (NASDAQ: VTRS) is a new kind of healthcare company, empowering people worldwide to live healthier at every stage of life. Weprovideaccess to medicines, advance sustainable operations, develop innovativesolutionsandleverageour collectiveexpertiseto connect more people to more products and services through our one-of-a-kind Global HealthcareGateway.Formed in November 2020,Viatrisbrings together scientific, manufacturing and distributionexpertisewith proven regulatory,medicaland commercial capabilities to deliver high-quality medicines to patients in more than 165 countries and territories.Viatris' portfolio comprises more than 1,400 approved molecules across a wide range of therapeutic areas, spanning both non-communicable and infectious diseases, including globally recognized brands, complex generic and branded medicines, a growing portfolio of biosimilars and a variety of over-the-counter consumer products.With a global workforce ofapproximately 45,000,Viatrisis headquartered in the U.S.,with global centers in Pittsburgh, Shanghai and Hyderabad, India.Learn more at viatris.com and investor.viatris.com, and connect with us on Twitter at@ViatrisInc,LinkedInandYouTube. SOURCE Viatris Inc.

Viatris Inc. to Participate in BofA Securities 2021 Health Care Conference

TRUSSVILLE, Ala., April 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --SPOC Automation is a family of innovative companies specializing in variable speed drive automation and inverter technologies. SPOC is the leader in inverter drives and has taken that experience to the grid inverter technology space by launching its newest company, SPOC Grid Inverter Technologies, Inc. SPOC has successfully deployed 70,000 inverters into the harshest industrial environments. We produced an annualized energy savings of over $443,000,000 and reduced CO2 emissions by 3,185,449 metric tons per year for our clients through our technology and expertise. SPOC Grid Inverter Technologies is equipped to further allow enhanced performance and provide new energy alternative configuration choices, assist in reducing carbon emissions and give the user control of their power systems in numerous applications such as: marine system propulsion and thruster equipment and island power systems; renewables; battery energy storage; solar- or wind-driven applications in remote areas; as well as pumps, water management or compression systems in remote applications for oil and gas operations. "We are excited about this new company and technology, as it is a natural progression to our core. SPOC is ecstatic to not only serve our current customers with alternative solutions, but to broaden our reach and assist new companies and markets as well," states SPOC President and CEO, Robert Mason. Mason says, "I am as excited about the launch of this company as I was when we began SPOC Automation 20 years ago, and I am looking forward to carrying on the great work we do and elevating our capabilities to new heights." The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) projects that world energy consumption will grow by nearly 50% between 2018 and 2050. Because of this, there is a need for balancing power supply and demand for many grid-connected, off-grid and island applications. It is a complex, critical task. SPOC Automation made a name for itself manufacturing automation technology for the oil and gas industry. Now, by pairing its new Grid Inverter Technologies with decades of know-how designing and manufacturing variable frequency drives, SPOC is impacting a whole new market. SPOC Grid Inverter Technologies is already disrupting the market by making the operation of hybrid energy systems intuitive and effective. A report from SolAbility shows not having a renewable energy infrastructure cost the world $3 trillion in 2013, and if we continue along the current path, energy cost (global expenditure for energy consumption as percentage of the global GDP) is going to continue to rise from 1.4% in 2013 to 2.1% in 2035. "SPOC's inverter technologies are providing electrical alternatives to marine, renewables and energy storage, U.S. Department of Defense, critical power, mining, and oil and gas industries that they have never had before with smart grid inverters and energy storage systems", states Mason. About SPOC Grid Inverter Technologies, Inc. SPOC Grid Inverter Technologies, Inc., designs and manufactures innovative, high-performing variable speed drive automation and inverter technologies. SPOC's Grid Inverter Technologies makes hybridized energy systems cost-effective as well as user-friendly for grid-connected, off-grid, island, marine and a variety of other operations. SPOC Grid Inverter Technologies, Inc., is a wholly owned subsidiary of SPOC Automation. To learn more about SPOC Grid Inverter Technologies, Inc., visit www.spocgrid.com. CONTACT:Tina WillisAccount Executive(205) 322-1010 x 702[emailprotected] SOURCE SPOC Automation Related Links http://www.spocgrid.com

SPOC Launches New Grid Inverter Technologies Company

IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Masimo (NASDAQ: MASI) has changed the date for the release of its first quarter 2021 financial results to Monday, April 26, 2021 due to executive scheduling changes. The conference call to review the results will begin at 1:30 p.m. PT (4:30 p.m. ET) and will be hosted by Joe Kiani, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, and Micah Young, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. To register for the conference call and receive the dial-in number, please use the link below. Upon registering, each participant will be provided with call details and a registrant ID number. Reminders about the call will also be sent to registered participants via email. Conference Call Registration Link: http://www.directeventreg.com/registration/event/4934128 A replay of the webcast and conference call will be available shortly after the conclusion of the call and will be archived on the Companys website. About Masimo Masimo (Nasdaq: MASI) is a global medical technology company that develops and produces a wide array of industry-leading monitoring technologies, including innovative measurements, sensors, patient monitors, and automation and connectivity solutions. Our mission is to improve patient outcomes and reduce the cost of care. Masimo SET Measure-through Motion and Low Perfusion pulse oximetry, introduced in 1995, has been shown in over 100 independent and objective studies to outperform other pulse oximetry technologies. Masimo SET has also been shown to help clinicians reduce severe retinopathy of prematurity in neonates, improve CCHD screening in newborns, and, when used for continuous monitoring with Masimo Patient SafetyNet in post-surgical wards, reduce rapid response team activations, ICU transfers, and costs. Masimo SET is estimated to be used on more than 100 million patients in leading hospitals and other healthcare settings around the world, and is the primary pulse oximetry at 9 of the top 10 hospitals listed in the 2018-19 U.S. News and World Report Best Hospitals Honor Roll. Masimo continues to refine SET and in 2018, announced that SpO2 accuracy on RD SET sensors during conditions of motion has been significantly improved, providing clinicians with even greater confidence that the SpO2 values they rely on accurately reflect a patients physiological status. In 2005, Masimo introduced rainbow Pulse CO-Oximetry technology, allowing noninvasive and continuous monitoring of blood constituents that previously could only be measured invasively, including total hemoglobin (SpHb), oxygen content (SpOC), carboxyhemoglobin (SpCO), methemoglobin (SpMet), Pleth Variability Index (PVi), RPVi (rainbow PVi), and Oxygen Reserve Index (ORi). In 2013, Masimo introduced the Root Patient Monitoring and Connectivity Platform, built from the ground up to be as flexible and expandable as possible to facilitate the addition of other Masimo and third-party monitoring technologies; key Masimo additions include Next Generation SedLine Brain Function Monitoring, O3 Regional Oximetry, and ISA Capnography with NomoLine sampling lines. Masimos family of continuous and spot-check monitoring Pulse CO-Oximeters includes devices designed for use in a variety of clinical and non-clinical scenarios, including tetherless, wearable technology, such as Radius-7 and Radius PPG, portable devices like Rad-67, fingertip pulse oximeters like MightySat Rx, and devices available for use both in the hospital and at home, such as Rad-97. Masimo hospital automation and connectivity solutions are centered around the Iris platform, and include Iris Gateway, Patient SafetyNet, Replica, Halo ION, UniView, and Doctella. Additional information about Masimo and its products may be found at www.masimo.com. Published clinical studies on Masimo products can be found at www.masimo.com/evidence/featured-studies/feature/. ORi and RPVi have not received FDA 510(k) clearance and are not available for sale in the United States. The use of the trademark Patient SafetyNet is under license from University HealthSystem Consortium. Masimo, SET, Signal Extraction Technology, Improving Patient Outcome and Reducing Cost of Care by Taking Noninvasive Monitoring to New Sites and Applications, rainbow, SpHb, SpOC, SpCO, SpMet, PVI are trademarks or registered trademarks of Masimo.

Masimo Reschedules Date of First Quarter 2021 Financial Results Conference Call

DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Telco Software Capex on the Rise" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. Software is central to telco efforts to compete. Over the last two decades, software has become the key ingredient to delivering value in networks. That has accelerated in the last five years with the rise of webscale networks, and the ongoing profitability challenge facing telecommunications network operators (telcos). Sources of telco software spending include: In 2019, software investments represented 16.8% of telco capital expenditures (capex), from 11.7% in 2015. This upwards trend coincides with telcos' increased adoption of SDN/NFV, and preparatory work for 5G deployment. SDN/NFV and 5G will continue to drive up telco software spending over time. Some large telcos, such as DT, are ramping up their internal software spend relative to software purchased from third parties. While in theory that may enable differentiation and faster time to market, it will be difficult to sustain in the current economic climate. As telco layoffs begin to ramp in the face of the COVID-19 crisis, telcos will turn to vendors and webscale operators to fill the gaps. Potential beneficiaries of this change include webscale operators like Microsoft and a long list of vendors, including Accenture, Amdocs, Infosys, Oracle, TCS, Tech Mahindra, and Wipro. Key Topics Covered: Summary What's the current situation? How did we get here? What happens next? Appendix Companies Mentioned For more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/vf6xef About ResearchAndMarkets.com ResearchAndMarkets.com is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends.

Telcos Capital Expenditure on Software was $50 Billion in 2019 is Continuing to Rise in 2020 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "World - Planes, Chisels and Gouges For Working Wood - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The report provides an in-depth analysis of supply and demand for planes, chisels and gouges for working wood on the global market. It will help you to find actionable insights and make data-driven decisions for growing your business. This report contains the latest data on market trends and opportunities, consumption, production, imports, exports and price developments. The forecast reveals the market perspectives through to 2025. This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers of planes, chisels and gouges for working wood , as well as for investors, consultants and advisors. In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues: 1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities 2. How to load your idle production capacity 3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets 4. How to increase your profit margins 5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable 6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs 7. How to outsource production to other countries 8. How to prepare your business for global expansion Key Topics Covered: 1. Introduction 1.1 Report Description 1.2 Research Methodology And Ai Platform 1.3 Data-Driven Decisions For Your Business 1.4 Glossary And Specific Terms 2. Executive Summary 2.1 Key Findings 2.2 Market Trends 3. Market Overview 3.1 Market Size 3.2 Consumption By Country 3.3 Market Forecast To 2025 4. Global Marketplace 4.1 Top Products To Diversify Your Business 4.2 Best-Selling Products Worldwide 4.3 Most Consumed Products Worldwide 4.4 Most Traded Products 4.5 Most Profitable Products For Export 5. Most Promising Supplying Countries 5.1 Top Countries To Source Your Product 5.2 Top Producing Countries 5.3 Top Exporting Countries 5.4 Low-Cost Exporting Countries 6. Most Promising Overseas Markets 6.1 Top Overseas Markets For Exporting Your Product 6.2 Top Consuming Markets 6.3 Unsaturated Markets 6.4 Top Importing Markets 6.5 Most Profitable Markets 7. Global Production 7.1 Production Volume And Value 7.2 Production By Country 8. Global Imports 8.1 Imports From 2007-2017 8.2 Imports By Country 8.3 Import Prices By Country 9. Global Exports 9.1 Exports From 2007-2017 9.2 Exports By Country 9.3 Export Prices By Country 10. Profiles Of Major Producers 11. Country Profiles For more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/g5w57j

World Wood Working Planes, Chisels and Gouges Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights 2020-2025 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

ATLANTA, Feb. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Board of Trustees of each of the Invesco closed-end funds listed below today declared the following dividends. EX-DATE02/11/21 RECORD DATE02/12/21 REINVEST DATE02/26/21 PAYABLE DATE02/26/21 Name of Closed-End Management Investment Company Ticker Monthly Dividend Amount Per Share Change From Prior Distribution Invesco Advantage Municipal Income Trust II VKI $0.0485 - Invesco Bond Fund VBF $0.05651 - Invesco California Value Municipal Income Trust VCV $0.0475 - Invesco High Income 2023 Target Term Fund IHIT $0.0500 - Invesco High Income 2024 Target Term Fund IHTA $0.0467 - Invesco Municipal Income Opportunities Trust OIA $0.0316 - Invesco Municipal Opportunity Trust VMO $0.0540 - Invesco Municipal Trust VKQ $0.0535 +0.0015 Invesco Pennsylvania Value Municipal Income Trust VPV $0.0500 - Invesco Quality Municipal Income Trust IQI $0.0520 - Invesco Trust for Investment Grade Municipals VGM $0.0550 +0.0015 Invesco Trust for Investment Grade New York Municipals VTN $0.0458 - Invesco Value Municipal Income Trust IIM $0.0640 - Form 1099-DIV for the calendar year will report distributions for federal income tax purposes. The Fund's annual report to shareholders will include information regarding the tax character of Fund distributions for the fiscal year. 1A portion of this distribution is estimated to be from a return of principal rather than net income. The Section 19 notice referenced below provides more information and can be found on the Invesco website at www.invesco.com. The final determination of the source and tax characteristics of all distributions in 2021will be made after the end of the year. In order to comply with the requirements of Section 19 of the Investment Company Act of 1940, each Fund will provide its shareholders of record on the record date with a Section 19 Notice disclosing the sources ofits dividend payment when a distribution includes anything other than net investment income. The Section 19 Notice is not provided for tax reporting purposes but for informational purposes only.If applicable, this Section 19 Notice information can be foundon the Funds' website atwww.invesco.com The amount of dividends paid by each fund may vary from time to time. Past amounts of dividends are no guarantee of future dividend payment amounts. Investing involves risk and it is possible to lose money on any investment in the funds. For more information, call 1-800-341-2929. About Invesco Ltd.Invesco Ltd. is a global independent investment management firm dedicated to delivering an investment experience that helps people get more out of life. Our distinctive investment teams deliver a comprehensive range of active, passive and alternative investment capabilities. With offices in 25 countries, Invesco managed $1.3 trillionin assets on behalf of clients worldwide as of December 31, 2020. For more information, visit Invesco.com. Invesco Distributors, Inc. is the US distributor for Invesco Ltd. It is an indirect, wholly owned subsidiary of Invesco Ltd. Note:There is no assurance that a closed-end fund will achieve its investment objective. Shares are bought on the secondary market and may trade at a discount or premium to NAV. Regular brokerage commissions apply. NOT A DEPOSIT l NOT FDIC INSURED l NOT GUARANTEED BY THE BANK | MAY LOSE VALUE | NOT INSURED BY ANY FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AGENCY CONTACT: Jeaneen Terrio 212-278-9205 [emailprotected] SOURCE Invesco Ltd. Related Links https://www.invesco.com

Invesco Closed-End Funds Declare Dividends

BURLINGTON, Mass., Jan. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Nuance Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: NUAN) announced today that it has been named one of 2021's "Best Places to Work for LGBTQ Equality" by the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Foundation. This is the third year in a row that the company has received a score of 100% on the Corporate Equality Index (CEI), a national benchmarking tool that evaluates corporate policies and practices pertaining to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) employees. The CEI is conducted annually by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation to assess the equal and fair treatment of LGBTQ individuals in the workplace. Nuance joins more than 760 major U.S. businesses that also earned top marks this year. "We are fiercely committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment where all our employees can be their true and authentic selves as they work together to develop amazing outcomes for our customers worldwide," said Beth Conway, Executive Vice President and Chief People & Places Officer. "We are incredibly proud to receive this distinction from the Human Rights Campaign Foundation." The results of this year's CEI highlights how more than 1,100 U.S.-based companies are promoting LGBTQ-friendly workplace policies in the U.S. and helping to advance the cause of LGBTQ inclusion in workplaces abroad. The CEI rates companies on detailed criteria including non-discrimination policies, equitable benefits for LGBTQ workers and their families, a supportive and inclusive culture, and corporate social responsibility. Nuance is deeply committed to supporting all its employees both professionally and personally, and to creating a workplace that is inclusive, diverse, and equitable. In addition to global policies that prohibit discrimination of any kind, the company offers inclusive benefits for employees and their families, promotes equality for all, and supports diversity, equity and inclusioneducation and programs. Being awarded the Human Rights Campaign Foundation's 2021's "Best Places to Work for LGBTQ Equality" distinction is just one in a series of Employer of Choice accolades that Nuance has received, including most recently being named the #1 Best Place to Work by Built In Boston, a Top Employer by the Boston Globe, a Top 50 Company to Sell For in 2020 by Selling Power, and a certified "Great Place to Work" by the Great Place to Work Institute. To learn more about Nuance and the career opportunities available, visit jobs.nuance.com. About Nuance Communications, Inc.Nuance Communications(NASDAQ: NUAN) is a technology pioneer with market leadership in conversational AI and ambient intelligence. A full-service partner trusted by 90 percent of U.S. hospitals and 85 percent of the Fortune 100 companies worldwide, Nuance creates intuitivesolutions that amplify people's ability to help others. Trademark reference: Nuance and the Nuance logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of Nuance Communications, Inc. or its affiliates inthe United Statesand/or other countries. All other trademarks referenced herein are the property of their respective owners. Media Contacts Nuance CommunicationsNancy Scott +1 781.565.4130[emailprotected] SOURCE Nuance Communications, Inc.

Nuance Named 2021 "Best Places to Work for LGBTQ Equality" by Human Rights Campaign Foundation Scores 100% on the 2021 Corporate Equality Index for third consecutive year

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: Massachusetts Financial Services Company (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. (c) Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities this form relates: Use a separate form for each offeror/offeree TAKE-TWO INTERACTIVE SOFTWARE INC (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 28 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 NO 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: Common Stock (US8740541094) Interests Short Positions Number % Number % (1) Relevant securities owned and/or controlled: 4,038,763 3.51 % (2) Cash-settled derivatives: (3) Stock-settled derivatives (including options) and agreements to purchase/sell: Total 4,038,763 * 3.51 % * Massachusetts Financial Services Company does not have discretion regarding voting decisions in respect of 41,901 shares that are included in the total above. 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 Common Stock (US8740541094) Sale 982 201.1103 USD (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 (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 29 December 2020 Contact name Nikki Cagan Telephone number +442074297243 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. 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Form 8.3 - TAKE-TWO INTERACTIVE SOFTWARE INC

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., April 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor America and National Geographic are joining forces to create "Outside Academy," educational augmented reality (AR) experiences that empower families to explore iconic national parks, while inspiring them to create journeys of their own. The digital hub for "Outside Academy" can be experienced at https://www.nationalgeographic.com/outside-academy/and will feature Zion, Yosemite and Great Smoky Mountains National Parks. Hyundai and National Geographic are joining forces to create Outside Academy, educational augmented reality (AR) experiences that empower families to explore iconic national parks, while inspiring them to create journeys of their own. The digital hub for Outside Academy can be experienced at https://www.nationalgeographic.com/outside-academy/. "Education for millions of students was disrupted this past year, so we partnered with National Geographic to create AR science, geography, and history lessons from three of America's most famous national parks," said Angela Zepeda, CMO, Hyundai Motor America. "Our passion for technology and more sustainable mobility made this a great opportunity to incorporate three of our adventure-ready electrified vehicles: The Santa Fe HEV, Tucson PHEV, and the all-electric Ioniq 5. Hyundai has the widest range of green vehicles, and we're proud to showcase how we're evolving the journey toward an all-electric future." "Combining technology with creativity, we're bringing audiences immersive ways to explore some of the most awe-inspiring national parks whether they're at home or visiting the locations in person and seamlessly integrating Hyundai's vehicles into the experience," said Andrew Messina, Senior Vice President, Disney Advertising Sales. "We're proud to deepen our relationship with Hyundai and continue pushing the boundaries of advertising with this first-ever co-branded AR series and offering innovative solutions to engage consumers." The "Outside Academy" has three main components: NatGeo.com: The digital hub is an engaging destination, including 360-degree videos, interactive hotspots, video clips, custom articles and how-tos for the drivable experiences Instagram: On Nat Geo's hero Instagram account, users can explore the parks in 360-degree AR In-Person: Drivable, in-person experiences use AR animations, text and audio triggered by on-location items to create a more immersive experience "Outside Academy" launched this week featuring Zion National Park with content from Yosemite National Park and Great Smoky Mountains National Park being released later in the year. It will also be promoted with a full page spread in the May print issue of National Geographic magazine. "Outside Academy" was developed in collaboration with National Geographic CreativeWorks, Hyundai's agency of record, INNOCEAN USA and its media agency, Canvas.National GeographicNational Geographic Partners LLC (NGP), a joint venture between The Walt Disney Company and the National Geographic Society, is committed to bringing the world premium science, adventure and exploration content across an unrivaled portfolio of media assets. NGP combines the global National Geographic television channels (National Geographic Channel, Nat Geo WILD, Nat Geo MUNDO, Nat Geo PEOPLE) with National Geographic's media and consumer-oriented assets, including National Geographic magazines; National Geographic studios; related digital and social media platforms; books; maps; children's media; and ancillary activities that include travel, global experiences and events, archival sales, licensing and e-commerce businesses. Furthering knowledge and understanding of our world has been the core purpose of National Geographic for 133 years, and now we are committed to going deeper, pushing boundaries, going further for our consumers and reaching millions of people around the world in 172 countries and 43 languages every month as we do it. NGP returns 27 percent of our proceeds to the nonprofit National Geographic Society to fund work in the areas of science, exploration, conservation and education. For more information visit natgeotv.com or nationalgeographic.com, or find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Pinterest.Hyundai Motor AmericaAt Hyundai Motor America, we believe everyone deserves better. From the way we design and build our cars to the way we treat the people who drive them, making things better is at the heart of everything we do. Hyundai's technology-rich product lineup of cars, SUVs and alternative-powered electric and fuel cell vehicles is backed by Hyundai Assuranceour promise to create a better experience for customers. Hyundai vehicles are sold and serviced through more than 820 dealerships nationwide and nearly half of those sold in the U.S. are built at Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama. Hyundai Motor America is headquartered in Fountain Valley, California, and is a subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Company of Korea.Please visit our media website at www.HyundaiNews.comHyundai Motor America on Twitter | YouTube | Facebook | InstagramSOURCE Hyundai Motor America Related Links www.hyundainews.com

Hyundai and National Geographic Launch "Outside Academy"

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, March 31,2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's National Committee to Combat Human Trafficking (NCCHT), in cooperation with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and the International Organization of Migration (IOM), has launched a "National Referral Mechanism," which outlinesbest practices for handling cases of trafficking in persons, specifying the coordination of roles and responsibilities of the mandated authorities in the Kingdom. The Mechanism is a collaborative framework that helps government officials to coordinate their efforts to better prevent trafficking in persons, protect victims or potential victims of human trafficking in the Kingdom, and investigate and prosecute suspected perpetrators. (PRNewsfoto/Kingdom of Saudi Arabia) The NCCHT, in collaboration with the UNODC and IOM, has begun to jointly train key members of the national anti-trafficking team in their respective roles to identify, refer and protect potential victims. Key staff, including labor inspectors, health professionals, and civil society representatives will learn a number of new skills depending on the roles mandated to them to help identify early warning signs of human trafficking and develop standard operating procedures to guide response staff. Despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the government is working closely with all parties to ensure that this valuable training continues through the use of teleconferencing. "The fact that the capacity-building program continues even during this unfortunate pandemic, reflects the commitment and determination of the Kingdom toward improving the national response toward trafficking in persons cases," said Dr. Hatem Aly, UNODC Regional Representative for the Gulf countries. He continued, "it is our pleasure and duty to partner with the NCCHT, to provide our tools and expertise to help implement these important national reforms." According to Mohamed El Zarkani, IOM Bahrain's Chief of Mission, "The launch of the NRM is a key milestone in the fight to combat trafficking in persons in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia." He added that, "We are working in harmony, simultaneously, with a leading UNODC program focusing on partnership, prosecution, and data management. The collaboration shows a welcome and timely step into international collaboration on the subject of trafficking."The unveiling of the Mechanism coincides with the launch of an anonymous digital reporting service, embedded in the NCCHT website, for persons with information on possible human-trafficking violations in the Kingdom. The referral service will be expanded to include a 24/7 hotline and mobile application, both of which are currently under development."Human trafficking is an affront to the dignity of all humanity," said Dr. Awwad Alawwad, Chair of the NCCHT and the President of the Human Rights Commission. "It is our duty to eradicate this heinous practice and I am proud to report that the launch of the National Referral Mechanism is a major step to that end. The Mechanism will be complemented by additional human rights reforms which will further improve the quality of life of all citizens and residents of the Kingdom barring none."Twitter: @NCCTSA_ENSOURCE Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

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BOULDER, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Active Archive Alliance today announced the availability of a new report: Saved by the Data: Active Archive Leads the Way in a Mid-Pandemic World, which highlights the ways active archiving facilitates data management and helps organizations save money, efficiently access data wherever it resides, and build stronger security. The Alliance also announced its free virtual conference, which will be held on Thursday, May 13, 2021, from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. MT. Any IT professional, data storage manager, technology or channel partner or value-added reseller is encouraged to register here for the event. The pandemic brought many changes and challenges to operations worldwide, and in 2021, organizations are focused on how best to use data to thrive in a changed world and amidst market uncertainty, said Betsy Doughty, vice president of corporate marketing, Spectra Logic, and co-chairperson of the Active Archive Alliance. Our 2021 report and upcoming virtual conference will highlight active archiving for a changing business world and evolving use cases, including AI analytics, cybersecurity, healthcare and active archiving in the cloud. Active archives leverage an intelligent data management layer that enables online access to data throughout its lifecycle and is compatible with flash, disk, tape, optical, or cloud (public or private), file, block or object storage systems. Active archive solutions support a wide variety of vertical markets and applications, including media and entertainment, healthcare, telecommunications, utilities, financial, security, life sciences, compliance, the IoT, AI and ML, and surveillance. Executives of the 17 organizations that comprise the Active Archive Alliance will lead a number of panels, sharing their expertise and best practices. Panel topics will include: The Active Archive Alliances virtual conference provides IT professionals, data managers, partners and industry experts an opportunity to interact, engage and learn more about how to take advantage of the significant benefits offered by active archives. To attend the Active Archive Alliance Virtual Conference, REGISTER here. To download the full 2021 State of the Industry report, visit: Saved by the Data: Active Archive Leads the Way in a Mid-Pandemic World For more information on joining the Active Archive Alliance, visit the Sponsorship page. Active Archive Alliance Members and Sponsors include: Fujifilm Spectra Logic MediQuant Atempo Harmony Healthcare IT IBM IMT Software Iron Mountain Object Matrix PoINT Software & Systems QStar Technologies Quantum StorMagic StrongBox Data Solutions SullivanStrickler Western Digital XenData Supporting Resources More on Active Archive Alliance View our Case Studies Read our Blog Follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook About Active Archive Alliance The Active Archive Alliance serves as a vendor-neutral, trusted source for providing end-users with technical expertise and guidance to design and implement modern active archive strategies that solve data growth challenges through intelligent data management. Active archives enable reliable, online and cost-effective access to data throughout its life and are compatible with flash, disk, tape, or cloud as well as file, block or object storage systems. They help move data to the appropriate storage tiers to minimize cost while maintaining ease of user accessibility. ACTIVE ARCHIVE is the trademark of the Active Archive Alliance. Third party trademarks used herein are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners used with permission. 2021 Active Archive Alliance. All rights reserved.

Active Archive Alliance Unveils State of the Industry 2021 Report; Announces Free Virtual Conference on the Benefits of Active Archive in a Mid-Pandemic World Virtual Conference Will Highlight Key Findings from the Report, Best Practices and Evolving Uses of Active Archives

BOSTON, Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Thought Industries, the world's leading B2B customer education and external training platform provider, today announced a partnership with Bongo, a leading video assessment provider, to drive experiential learning and soft skill development at scale within a real-world context through the Thought Industries platform. Continue Reading Bongo logo As demand for digital learning tools and work from home accelerates, organizations are looking for better ways to train their customers in a virtual environment where in-person assessments or practicals are either impossible or do not scale for global learning initiatives. Those offering certifications or continuing education credits (CECs) or units (CEUs) will be able to enhance their learning experiences by enabling individuals to practice, self-assess, or record and demonstrate their competency to an accrediting body or community of peers for feedback and coaching. "Creating exceptional learning experiences at scale requires multiple modalities from blended, synchronous, and asynchronous options to interactive video assignments and assessments," said Barry Kelly, CEO, Thought Industries. "This partnership with Bongo will further differentiate our learning platform by providing an additional layer of assessment to get a full picture of individuals' competency by communicating, demonstrating skills or completing tasks as direct evidence of their understanding of the learning subject." "Our partnership with Thought Industries is a great fit as we'll enable learners to put knowledge into action and demonstrate their skills or competencies," said Josh Kamrath, CEO, Bongo. "Professional training organizations selling leadership training, or sales training for example, or product companies that need to assess the readiness of their employees, partners or customers in using their offerings, have the perfect combination of training and assessment for a multitude of use cases."About Thought Industries Thought Industries powers the business of learning by providing the world's leading B2B customer education and extended enterprise platform. The company was founded in 2014 around the core belief that online learning experiences should be modern, intuitive, engaging, and scalable. Today, our team builds and maintains the only learning solution with completely native tools and integrations that drive higher engagement, learner proficiency, and retention rates for our customers. Headquartered in Boston, Thought Industries has offices across North America and Europe. For more information, visit thoughtindustries.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.About BongoBongo is an embedded solution that drives meaningful assessment, experiential learning and skill development at scale through video-based engagement and personalized feedback. Organizations use our video workflows to create opportunities for practice, demonstration, analysis, and collaboration. When individuals show what they can do within a real-world learning environment, evaluators get an authentic representation of their competency. For more information, visit https://www.bongolearn.com/.SOURCE Thought Industries Related Links www.thoughtindustries.com

Thought Industries Announces Partnership with Bongo for Interactive Video Assessments Enables Self-Assessment, Peer Review, and Immediate Feedback on Training Knowledge at Scale

DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Global Organic Beverage Market Growth Assessment 2020-2025" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The global organic beverage market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 12.3% during the forecast period (2020-2025). The growth in the Organic beverage market is largely driven by demand for natural and clean label products among the consumers globally. The North American region is the largest market for organic beverages with Asia-Pacific is projected to grow at a faster rate during the forecast period. The Increasing awareness level for organic products among the consumers as well as the continuous launch of new product variants is supporting the organic beverages market growth across the Asia-Pacific region. Anheuser-Busch InBev, Nestle SA, PepsiCo (Lipton), Danone SA (Horizon Organic) and Parkers Organic Juices are the major players who are operating in this market. Key Market Trends Non-Alcoholic Beverages Leading the Market Globally, there is an increase in demand for organic beverages as consumers are becoming health conscious and are preferring beverages that are free from flavoring agents, preservatives and synthetic pesticide-free. Fruits and Vegetables contributed to a major share among Non-alcoholic beverages owing to their high nutrient content. Manufacturers are focusing on new product development by bringing various blends of fruit and vegetable juices to attract the consumer base. Further, companies have embraced the organic trend by reformulating their beverages brands, including juice, tea, coffee, and dairy products or introducing a new product line. With an increase in supportive policies from various countries towards organic business, the market growth for Non-alcoholic beverages is expected to grow further during the forecast period. North America is the Largest Regional Market North America remains to be the largest market for organic beverages owing to the shift in consumer interest towards natural and clean label products. In the United States, organic products, including beverages have shifted from being a lifestyle choice to being consumed at least occasionally by the majority of Americans. Organic fruit and vegetable juices continued to perform well as consumers become more aware of the growing process and as well as certifications such as USDA, which is driving them to go for beverages from organic sources rather than conventional ones. With the number of private-label beverage manufacturers entering the segment, the market for organic beverages is projected to grow further during the forecast period. Competitive Landscape Anheuser-Busch InBev, Nestle SA, PepsiCo (Lipton), Danone SA (Horizon Organic) and Parkers Organic Juices are the major companies that are operating in this market. These companies are embarking into mergers and acquisitions and new product development as their key strategies to strengthen their position and optimize their offerings respectively. Key Topics Covered 1 INTRODUCTION 1.1 Study Deliverables 1.2 Study Assumptions 1.3 Scope of the Study 2 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY 3 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 4 MARKET DYNAMICS 4.1 Market Overview 4.2 Market Drivers 4.3 Market Restraints 4.4 Porter's Five Forces Analysis 5 MARKET SEGMENTATION 5.1 By Product Type 5.1.1 Alcoholic 5.1.1.1 Wine 5.1.1.2 Beer 5.1.1.3 Spirits 5.1.1.4 Others 5.1.2 Non-Alcoholic 5.1.2.1 Fruits & Vegetable Juices 5.1.2.2 Dairy 5.1.2.3 Coffee & Tea 5.1.2.4 Others 5.2 By Distribution Channel 5.2.1 Supermarkets/Hypermarkets 5.2.2 Convenience Stores 5.2.3 Specialist retailers 5.2.4 Online retailers 5.2.5 Others 5.3 Geography 5.3.1 North America 5.3.2 Europe 5.3.3 Asia-Pacific 5.3.4 South America 5.3.5 Middle East and Africa 6 COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE 6.1 Most Active Companies 6.2 Most Adopted Strategies 6.3 Market Share Analysis 6.4 Company Profiles 6.4.1 Anheuser-Busch InBev 6.4.2 Drake's Organic Spirits, LLC 6.4.3 Parkers Organic Juices Pty. Ltd. 6.4.4 James White Drinks 6.4.5 Nestle SA 6.4.6 PepsiCo, Inc. 6.4.7 Danone SA 6.4.8 Organic Valley 7 MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS For more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/2zfy3n

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AUSTIN, Texas, July 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Sellers Shield announced today a new partnership with Disclosures.io. This partnership will allow agents in California to access Sellers Shield's online disclosure forms through Disclosures.io. One of the main documents included in nearly every listing information package is the sellers disclosure form. Previously, this document was managed through a time-consuming process requiring agents to manage paper documents, track the completion of documents, respond to questions from the seller, and ensure all documents were filled out correctly and signed. By integrating Sellers Shield with Disclosures.IO, that is now a thing of the past. Sellers Shield's Smart Seller Tools provides sellers with free online forms and resources designed to help prevent mistakes from occurring which might result in a lawsuit. Sellers Shield's digital assistants, the Smarty's, guide home sellers through the process and provide helpful legal FAQs/Definitions along the way. These tools allow home sellers to disclose faster, safer, and easier while providing access to legal protection for the home seller. In other words, Sellers Shield simplifies the disclosure process and provides a safety net for home sellers in the event of a post-sale claim. Disclosures.io will now bundle sellers disclosures, created through Sellers Shield, with a number of other important electronic documents (such as HOA Articles, Property Brochures, Floor Plans, and other locally required statements), and present potential buyers with an easy to read and easy to understand Property Information Package. "Disclosures.io has quickly become the go-to listing management software for real estate agents and we are excited to provide a way to further impress their clients and save time managing the seller's disclosure process. Our turn-key disclosure solution prevents legal issues for sellers and agents and protects sellers from lawsuits after the sale. It's a perfect addition to Disclosures.io's essential listing tool kit. Both companies are totally focused on helping agents sell homes efficiently and safely. Our partnership is a natural fit." -Jeff Daily, Sellers Shield CEO California based Disclosures.io is a listing tool kit that real estate professionals use to manage, market, and sell real estate on-the-go. The company enables agents to create a consistent customer experience with streamlined communication, buyer interest reports, and manage disclosures in one secure location. "Sellers Shield is a tool that not only makes seller disclosures simple, but they also offer additional legal protection that keeps your sellers safe and properly represented during what will likely be the most important decision of their life. Our partnership and trust with Sellers Shield is another big step towards ensuring our users have the tools they need to be effective and efficient agents, who keep their clients safety and success at the top of their todo list." - Adam Gothelf, Disclosures.io CEO By partnering with Sellers Shield, all Disclosures.io agents will now be able to keep track of and manage the seller disclosure process with ease. During disclosure, sellers can opt-in to Sellers Shield's Home Sale Legal Protection and receive up to $20,000 in expert legal representation in the event of a legal claim made by the buyer after the sale. About Sellers Shield Austin-based Sellers Shield provides software and solutions that protect real estate brokers, agents, and home sellers from lawsuits. Sellers Shield's state-of-the-art protection is designed by industry experts to help prevent lawsuits and provide security to sellers if one occurs. Visitsellersshield.com to learn more. Tori Becnel[emailprotected]225-505-2940 SOURCE Sellers Shield Related Links http://www.sellersshield.com

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NEW YORK, May 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Trends, opportunities, and forecast in shutter market to 2025 by shutter market by product type (built on roller shutters, built in roller shutters, integrated roller shutters, and roller shutters with tilted laths), fixation type (door and window), material type (wood, synthetic, metal, and glass), operating system (manual and automated), and region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of the World) Read the full report: https://www.reportlinker.com/p05890421/?utm_source=PRN The future of the global shutter market looks promising with opportunities in the residential and commercial construction sectors. The global shutter market is expected to reach an estimated $69.9 billion by 2025 with a CAGR of 3.5% from 2020 to 2025. The major drivers for this market are growth in the construction industry, and an increase in remodeling, and continuing replacement activity in the construction industry. Emerging trends, which have a direct impact on the dynamics of the shutter market, include increasing usage of high security insulated roller shutters and the growing acceptance of power saving shutters and noise protection shutters. shutter market by product shutter market shutter manufacturers The study includes the shutter market tends and forecast for the global shutter market through 2025, segmented by product type, fixation type, material type, operation system, application, and region, as follows: Shutter Market by Product Type [Value ($ Million) and Volume (Million Units) from 2014 to 2025]: Built on roller shuttersBuilt in roller shuttersIntegrated roller shuttersRoller shutters with tilted laths Shutter Market by Fixation Type [Value ($ Million) from 2014 to 2025]: Door ShuttersWindow Shutters Shutter Market by Material Type [Value ($ Million) and Volume (Million Units) from 2014 to 2025]: WoodSyntheticMetal Glass Shutter Market by End Use [Value ($ Million) from 2014 to 2025]: ResidentialCommercialHeath careEducationHospitalityRetailOfficeOthers Shutter Market by Region [Value ($ Million) and Volume (Million Units) from 2014 to 2025]: North AmericaUSACanadaMexicoEurope GermanyFranceUnited KingdomAPACChinaJapanIndiaROWBrazil Some of the shutter companies profiled in this report include Assa Abloy Group, Bunka Shutter, Lixil Group, Sanwa Holdings Corporation, SKB Shutters, Heroal, and Hunter Douglas and others. On the basis of comprehensive research, The analyst forecasts that built on roller shutters will remain the largest segment, and this segment is also expected to witness the highest growth over the forecast period due to the durability of this type of shutter. Built on roller shutters are also easy to install with minimum modification of the lintel of the door or window. Within the global shutter market, residential will remain the largest end use industry and witness the highest growth over the forecast period due to increases in new housing construction. Europe will remain the largest region and it is also expected to witness the highest growth over the forecast period due to the increasing usage of shutters in end use industries. Some of the features of this report: Market size estimates: Global shutter market size estimation in terms of value ($M) and volume (Million Units) shipment. Trend and forecast analysis: Market trend (2014-2019) and forecast (2020-2025) by end use and use industry. Segmentation analysis: Global shutter market size by product type, fixation type, material type, operation system, and application in terms of value and volume shipment. Regional analysis: Global shutter market breakdown by key regions such as North America, Europe, and Asia & Rest of World. Growth opportunities: Analysis on growth opportunities in different applications and regions of shutter in the global shutter market. Strategic analysis: This includes M&A, new product development, and competitive landscape of shutter in the global shutter market. Analysis of competitive intensity of the industry based on Porter's Five Forces model. This report addresses the following key questions: Q.1. What are some of the most promising, high-growth opportunities for the global shutter market by product type (built on roller shutters, built in roller shutters, integrated roller shutters, and roller shutters with tilted laths), fixation type (door and window), material type (wood, synthetic, metal, and glass), operating system (manual and automated), and region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of the World)? Q.2. Which product segment will grow at a faster pace and why? Q.3. Which region will grow at a faster pace and why? Q.4. What are the key factors affecting market dynamics? What are the drivers, challenges, and business risks in this shutter market? Q.5. What are the business risks and competitive threats in this shutter market? Q.6. What are the emerging trends in this shutter market and the reasons behind them? Q.7. What are some of the changing demands of customers in the shutter market? Q.8. What are the new developments in the shutter market and which companies are leading these developments? Q.9. Who are the major players in this shutter market? What strategic initiatives are being taken by key companies for business growth? Q.10. What are some of the competing products in this shutter market and how big of a threat do they pose for loss of market share by product substitution? Q.11. What M&A activity has occurred in the last 5 years in this shutter market?Read the full report: https://www.reportlinker.com/p05890421/?utm_source=PRN About Reportlinker ReportLinker is an award-winning market research solution. Reportlinker finds and organizes the latest industry data so you get all the market research you need - instantly, in one place. __________________________ Contact Clare: [emailprotected] US: (339)-368-6001 Intl: +1 339-368-6001 SOURCE Reportlinker Related Links www.reportlinker.com

The global shutter market is expected to reach an estimated $69.9 billion by 2025 with a CAGR of 3.5% from 2020 to 2025

LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- FORM 8.3 IRISH TAKEOVER PANEL DISCLOSURE UNDER RULE 8.3 OF THE IRISH TAKEOVER PANEL ACT, 1997, TAKEOVER RULES, 2013 DEALINGS BY PERSONS WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORE 1. KEY INFORMATION Name of person dealing Massachusetts Financial Services Company Company dealt in WILLIS TOWERS WATSON PLC Class of relevant security to which the dealings being disclosed relate Common Stock (IE00BDB6Q211) Date of dealing 25 February 2021 2. INTERESTS AND SHORT POSITIONS (a) Interests and short positions (following dealing) in the class of relevant security dealt in Long Short Number (%) Number (%) (1) Relevant securities 2,766,974 shares 2.15 % (2) Derivatives (other than options): (3) Options and agreements to purchase/sell: Total 2,766,974 shares 2.15 % (b) Interests and short positions in relevant securities of the company, other than the class dealt in Class of relevant security: Long Short Number (%) Number (%) (1) Relevant securities (2) Derivatives (other than options): (3) Options and agreements to purchase/sell: Total 3. DEALINGS (a) Purchases and sales Purchase/sale Number of relevant securities Price per unit In Kind Delivered 4,147 shares 225.6400 USD Purchase 91 shares 225.8724 USD Sale 7,674 shares 226.5115 USD (b) Derivatives transactions (other than options transactions) Product name e.g. CFD Nature of transaction Number of relevant securities Price per unit (c) Options transactions in respect of existing relevant securities (i) Writing, selling, purchasing or varying Product name e.g. call option Writing, purchasing, selling, varying etc. Number of securities to which the option relates Exercise price Type, e.g. American, European etc. Expiry date Option money paid/ received per unit (ii) Exercising Product name e.g. call option Number of securities Exercise price per unit (d) Other dealings (including subscribing for new securities) Nature of transaction Details Price per unit (if applicable) 4. OTHER INFORMATION Agreements, arrangements or understandings relating to options or derivatives Full details of any agreement, arrangement or understanding between the person disclosing and any other person relating to the voting rights of any relevant securities under any option referred to on this form or relating to the voting rights or future acquisition or disposal of any relevant securities to which any derivative referred to on this form is referenced. If none, this should be stated. None Is a Supplemental Form 8 attached? NO Date of disclosure 26 February 2021 Contact name Robert R. Flaherty Telephone number 617-954-5814 If a connected EFM, name of offeree/offeror with which connected If a connected EFM, state nature of connection

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PALO ALTO, Calif., May 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --In response to the significant healthcare delivery changes brought on by COVID-19, Varian(NYSE: VAR) has launched new capabilities for its Noona software application, a powerful tool designed to engage cancer patients in their care for continuous reporting and symptom monitoring. Noona supports cancer care teams as they face new short- and long-term healthcare changes created by the pandemic by providing in-app features such as patient screening, real-time symptom reporting, secure care team messaging, telephone triage workflow automation, and patient access to medical records. In addition, Varian has designed a new approach to quickly and remotely implement the solution to put it in the hands of cancer patients and care teams faster, without increasing the risk of COVID-19 exposure. "In light of COVID-19 and the difficulties it poses to the current state of cancer care delivery, cancer patients are more vulnerable than ever," said Dr. Jeff Patton, executive chairman, Tennessee Oncology one of the nation's largest community-based cancer care groups and CEO, OneOncology. "Now more than ever, we need solutions to remotely communicate with and manage our patients to protect them and our team who cares for them. Noona is an invaluable solution for facing the results of the pandemic, and we are confident it will serve as a strong foundation in the new care landscape for clinicians and patients well into the future." Noona has made a positive impact on care offered by Tennessee Oncology, with nearly 600 care team members using Noona; around 10,000 patients accessing the Noona patient app to report symptoms and communicate with clinicians; and about 31,000 patients being managed through the telephone triage workflow automation. Like other clients, Tennessee Oncology is experiencing even more demand for the Noona patient app with patient adoption steadily increasing by about 1,000 new patients a month since the beginning of the pandemic. "Telemedicine and digital communication are here to stay, so do it now and do it forever," Dr. Patton advises. "Noona has helped us reduce the risk of exposure for patients and staff, while keeping our healthcare communities fully informed. Since the COVID-19 outbreak first hit, we've found our 'new abnormal' and at the moment it's stable so we can function in a steady state." "Solutions like Noona have proven their ability to reduce emergency room visits, and with the altered state of healthcare brought on by COVID-19, the value that Noona offers has never been more needed," said Jani Ahonala, vice president, global patient outcomes, at Varian. "When the current pandemic began, we reprioritized our team's daily activities to quickly help our customers and patients across the globe." The Varian product team quickly developed and released a new COVID-19-related symptom screening questionnaire. A series of questions specific to COVID-19 symptoms, as defined by the World Health Organization and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, guides the process and taps into severity grading options that, via a back-end algorithm, will alert the cancer clinic with a "Red" or High Alert status, allowing care teams to act quickly. Due to the many new requests for the Noona solution from other cancer care organizations, the team also reengineered the implementation process to remotely and quickly get other clinics up and running. The newrapid deployment process allows solution experts to configure and set up an entirely new cancer organization and virtually train care team users through video conferencing tools and pre-built education materials in just a few weeks' time without being onsite. Learn moreabout Noona and the value it provides to both caregivers and patients. About VarianAt Varian, we envision a world without fear of cancer. For more than 70 years, we have developed, built and delivered innovative cancer care technologies and solutions for our clinical partners around the globe to help them treat millions of patients each year. With an Intelligent Cancer Care approach, we are harnessing advanced technologies like artificial intelligence, machine learning and data analytics to enhance cancer treatment and expand access to care. Our 10,000 employees across 70 locations keep the patient and our clinical partners at the center of our thinking as we power new victories in cancer care. Because, for cancer patients everywhere, their fight is our fight. For more information, visithttp://www.varian.comand follow @VarianMedSys on Twitter. About Tennessee OncologyTennessee Oncology, PLLC is one of the nation's leading teams of cancer care specialists, nationally recognized for improving patient outcomes and driving quality of life innovation. In 2018 it created a partnership with OneOncology, a technology-powered, data-driven, alliance of America's foremost community oncologists. Our comprehensive range of cancer care services includes specialized oncology nursing care, laboratory services, pharmacy, outpatient chemotherapy, PET/CT services, palliative care, patient and family education and financial support services. Founded in 1976, our unique vision, introducing patient-driven care with a clinical trial focus, propelled Tennessee Oncology to lead one of the largest, physician-owned, community oncology practices in the country. Currently over 95 physicians in more than 30 locations, share the privilege of serving adult cancer patients from South Central Kentucky through Middle Tennessee to Northwest Georgia. For a complete list of Physicians, locations and services please visit:www.tnoncology.com Press ContactAimee CorsoHealth + Commerce+1 (310) 780-2661[emailprotected] Investor Relations ContactAnshul MaheshwariVice President, Investor Relations+1 (650) 424-5631[emailprotected]com SOURCE Varian Related Links www.varian.com

Varian Launches New Noona Capabilities to Meet Growing Demand for Remote Cancer Patient Monitoring in Response to COVID-19's Impact on Healthcare

LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- FORM 8.5 (EPT/NON-RI) PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE/DEALING DISCLOSURE BY AN EXEMPT PRINCIPAL TRADER WITHOUT RECOGNISED INTERMEDIARY (RI) STATUS (OR WHERE RI STATUS IS NOT APPLICABLE) Rule 8.5 of the Takeover Code (the Code) 1. KEY INFORMATION 2. POSITIONS OF THE EXEMPT PRINCIPAL TRADER 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(b), 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) (1) 35,306,405 3.36% 949,511 0.09% (2) 682,443 0.06% 29,744,742 2.83% (3) 0 0.00% 0 0.00% 35,988,848 3.43% 30,694,253 2.92% 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 EXEMPT PRINCIPAL TRADER Where there have been dealings in more than one class of relevant securities of the offeror or offeree named in 1(b), 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 1,385,707 2.6950 GBP 2.6908 GBP 818,072 2.6955 GBP 2.69 GBP (b) Cash-settled derivative transactions 628 2.6907 GBP 1,881 2.6908 GBP 18,239 2.6923 GBP 152,760 2.6912 GBP 5,630 2.6916 GBP 9,038 2.6914 GBP 15,440 2.6915 GBP 33,278 2.6933 GBP 35,934 2.6910 GBP 41,000 2.6937 GBP 57,740 2.6920 GBP 80,442 2.6921 GBP 170,839 2.6931 GBP 184,860 2.6923 GBP 635,551 2.6910 GBP (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 exempt principal trader 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 exempt principal trader 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 18 Dec 2020 Large Holdings Regulatory Operations 020 3134 7213 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. The Code can be viewed on the Panels website at www.thetakeoverpanel.org.uk.

Form 8.5 (EPT/NON-RI) - WILLIAM HILL PLC

WASHINGTON, July 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Pursuant to the terms that will apply to borrowing under the CARES Act, the Postal Service will provide the Department of the Treasury with certain information regarding our costs, revenues, and overall financial position. This includes providing Treasury, under strict terms of confidentiality, with those contracts that generate the most revenue for the Postal Service. Providing this information is merely an acknowledgment of the fact that Treasury has been designated by Congress as the lender for the Postal Service, and it therefore has a legitimate interest under certain circumstances in understanding those factors that affect our current and projected financial position. Other conditions, such as the requirement that borrowed funds only be used for operating expenses, and not for capital expenses, were expressly mandated by Congress in the language of the CARES Act. Contrary to insinuations made in the Washington Post article, nothing in these terms confers upon Treasury any role whatsoever in Postal Service pricing, management, or strategy. In that regard, decisions regarding Postal Service pricing are reserved by statute to the bipartisan Governors of the Postal Service, who unanimously approved the CARES Act terms in a nonpartisan fashion. Similarly, the bipartisan group of Governors who were in office at the time likewise unanimously approved the selection of Louis DeJoy as Postmaster General in a nonpartisan fashion. The Governors and Postmaster General DeJoy have an unwavering commitment to represent the public interest. They will work together to make decisions about all aspects of the Postal Service based not on any partisanship, but upon the exercise of their best judgment and business acumen to ensure that the Postal Service will be financially sustainable and can continue to be able to provide prompt, reliable, reasonably-priced, and efficient universal service to all American consumers and businesses as a part of the nation's critical infrastructure. Please Note: For U.S. Postal Service media resources, including broadcast-quality video and audio and photo stills, visit the USPS Newsroom. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, and LinkedIn. Subscribe to the USPS YouTube Channel, like us on Facebook and enjoy our Postal Posts blog. For more information about the Postal Service, visit usps.com and facts.usps.com. Contact: Dave Partenheimer202-268-2599[emailprotected]usps.com/news SOURCE U.S. Postal Service Related Links http://www.usps.com

U.S. Postal Service Statement on Washington Post CARES Act Lending Authority Article

SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Tru Socialis a newly developed social network, in private beta now, designed to help solve the social media crisis.Tru is dedicated to the exchange of factually verifiable information necessary for society to address the serious challenges we now face on Earth. Tru makes the world smarter. The Social Dilemmaexposed how targeted advertising-based social media is destroying reality. Social media algorithms earn revenue by keeping people scrolling, often manipulating their attention with click-bait, propaganda and lies. In addition, social media was not designed to serve the needs of professional communities of practice or real journalism. Tru replaces algorithms with networks of real social groups, who subscribe to other trusted groups, which filter content for them. Everyone controls their own identity, data, and attention in a clean, safe space without bots, trolls or censorship. The Tru Line proves who first posted, published and republished content. This provides the reputation-based platform required for scientific publishing and journalism needed now by all of society. "Tru was born out of an aspiration that began 20-years ago at the Planetwork conference in San Francisco. Our focus wasglobal ecology and information technology, but the community realized we needed a global social network, before that was a thing," said Jim Fournier, CEO of Tru. "Tru is built from the ground up to help people 'think together' in new ways and we feel it will help us do just that." Two decades of experience have led to five core principles for reality-based,socially mediated content: Identity, Privacy, Reputation, Provenance and Validation The Tru Line combines these in a digitally signed record for verifying content. The system is not a blockchain, but deploys digital key technology in a simple, elegant and entirely different paradigm. Each individual and organization on Tru, as well as 3rd party verifiers, sign content and build reputation. This approach to content sharing allows connected groups of people to separate credible sources of information from trolls, bad actors or confused people promoting misinformation and propaganda. The core premise of Tru is that there can be no single arbiter of "truth", not the government, nor the media, nor people claiming "conspiracies,"and certainly not the commercial social media platforms. Instead, Tru provides a transparent verification network where all parties can validate content based on their reputation, selectively publish on the internet from Tru, and repost to other social media platforms. Publishing on Tru anchors the author's copyright and builds their reputation within a network of trust, which in turn provides a foundation for credible information on the internet. Tru is built on technology patented by the founders in April 2015 that provides digitally signed, human-readable and therefore legally binding, automated data exchange contracts across the Internet with, or without, any blockchain. It offers a scalable way to comply with "personal data rights" laws GDPR in the EU, CCPA in California, and all others globally. For more information visit,https://www.tru.net. About TruTru is a social media platform for organizations and groups that helps people be more effective together. Digitally signed content and reputation create the verified Tru Line that helps re-establish a basis for "truth" online. To find out more visit,https://www.tru.net. Media Contact: Katie Morales[emailprotected] 949-777-2439 SOURCE Tru Social Related Links https://www.tru.net

Tru Social Offers A New Solution to the Social Media Crisis Designed to Re-establish A basis for TRUth Online, Tru Replaces Algorithms with Networks of Real Social Groups

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Intertrust Group, a global provider of tech-enabled corporate and fund solutions, today announces the creation of a new global offshore law firm, Intertrust Law, managed from the Cayman Islands. This represents a new landmark moment in the companys 68-year history and promises to set the new benchmark for service providers in the region. Intertrust Law will provide Cayman Islands legal advice covering the practice areas of investment funds, corporate and fund finance, structured finance, litigation and private clients with business development teams based globally. The expansion into legal advice will further strengthen Intertrusts market position in this key region. Intertrust Law will be a Cayman Islands partnership led by Managing Partner Ian Gobin and operated and managed independently from Intertrust Group. Stephanie Miller, CEO of Intertrust, commented: "Adding legal advice to our service portfolio further strengthens our position in this strategically important market. We have already built a leading market position in this region and, with Intertrust Law, we can now offer an even more holistic solution to our clients to help them invest, grow and thrive." We always strive to meet the evolving needs of our clients and there is clear demand for a service provider who can combine legal advice in all the major fund jurisdictions around the world with the specialist suite of complementary services offered by our fiduciary and fund services teams, which is a cornerstone of our expertise and reputation, said James Ferguson, Head of Americas at Intertrust Group. I am excited to join Intertrust and play a key role in offering clients a new, compelling, proposition. We have seized the opportunity to build the next generation of Cayman law firm from the ground up, utilizing the latest technology and client experience from day one, unrestricted by legacy. And we are combining that with the greatest talent in the market, said Ian Gobin. Intertrust has offices in over 30 countries, including the United States, China and the United Kingdom, and more than 3,800 staff. Its clients include 60% of the top 10 Fortune Global 500, and 80% of the top 50 Private Equity International 300 firms. Its wholesale clients focus on direct investment into property infrastructure, private equity, debt, and venture capital investments. About Intertrust Intertrust is a global leader in providing tech-enabled corporate and fund solutions to clients operating and investing in the international business environment. The Company has more than 3,800 employees in over 30 jurisdictions in Europe, the Americas, Asia Pacific and the Middle-East. Intertrust delivers high-quality, tailored fund, corporate, capital market and private wealth services to its clients, with a view to building long-term relationships. The Company works with global law firms and accountancy firms, multinational corporations, financial institutions, fund managers, high net worth individuals and family offices.

Intertrust Group Announces Creation of Intertrust Law

WOODSTOCK, Ill., March 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The second edition of the business book Value Trap: Theory of Universal Valuation has been awarded the bronze medal in the category of Personal Finance/Retirement Planning/Investing at the 2021 Axiom Business Book Awards, presented by Jenkins Group. Less than 20% of this year's entries won an award, and medals went to a mix of the established Big 5 publishers, prestigious university presses, and independent publishers. Previous Axiom Business Book Award medalists include Nobel laureate Robert Shiller, former U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, and world-renowned historian and Pulitzer Prize winner Doris Kearns Goodwin. Value Trap's thought-provoking cry for financial stability wins it a bronze medal at the 14th Annual Axiom Awards. Tweet this "It's an honor to be in the company of such esteemed publishers and exemplary authors," said Valuentum's President Brian Nelson, CFA. "Thank you to everyone at Jenkins Group for having such a fine awards program, and my deepest congratulations to all of this year's winners." Nelson's book Value Trap continues to advance finance and investing, encouraging forward-looking analysis in quantitative data applications while warning about price-agnostic trading and its impact on the health of the stock market and the savings of everyday investors. BookLife by Publishers Weekly noted of Value Trap that "readers steeped in the stock market will appreciate this persuasive economic treatise, which sounds the alarm on spurious quantitative analysis." BlueInk Review said the book "stands on its considerable merits as a well written and cogent articulation of a distinct perspective on equity analysis."Purchase the second edition of Value Trap: Theory of Universal Valuation on Amazon today: https://www.amazon.com/Value-Trap-Theory-Universal-Valuation/dp/0998038482See the complete results listing of the winners of 14th annual Axiom Business Book Awards online: https://www.axiomawards.com/88/award-winners/2021-winnersAbout Brian NelsonBrian Nelsonis the president of stock and dividend growth research and ETF analysis at Valuentum.About ValuentumValuentum is a research publishing firm that serves individuals, financial advisors and institutions. Subscribe today.About the Axiom AwardsThe Axiom Business Book Awards were created in 2007 and have become "the largest and most respected critical guidepost for business books in today's new world of publishing."Contact:Brian Nelson[emailprotected]SOURCE Valuentum Securities, Inc. Related Links https://www.valuentum.com/

Valuentum Wins Bronze at 2021 Axiom Business Book Awards Value Trap's thought-provoking cry for financial stability wins it a bronze medal at the 14th Annual Axiom Awards.

NEW YORK, June 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Kaplan Fox & Kilsheimer LLP (www.kaplanfox.com) is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Elanco Animal Health Incorporated ("Elanco" or the "Company") (NYSE: ELAN). A complaint has been filed on behalf of investors that purchased or acquired Elanco Animal securities between January 10, 2020 and May 6, 2020, inclusive (the "Class Period"). On May 7, 2020, Elanco announced its first quarter 2020 financial results, including a revenue decline and a $0.12 loss per share. Elanco stated that revenue declined "9 percent due to a reduction of approximately $60 million in channel inventory driven by factors resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic." During the conference call, Elanco's CEO stated that "at the start of 2020, we consolidated our U.S. companion animal distributors from eight to four" and that "he personally established a monthly review meeting with each of them." Elanco expected "the four remaining distributors would need to increase their inventory levels to handle the larger volume going through their operations, offsetting the inventory draw-down in the eliminated distributors," but the consolidation was followed by destocking. Following this news, Elanco's share price fell $3.05, or over 13%, to close at $19.88 per share on May 7, 2020. If you are a member of the proposed Class, you may move the court July 20, 2020 to serve as a lead plaintiff for the purported class. You need not seek to become a lead plaintiff in order to share in any possible recovery. If you would like to discuss the complaint or our investigation, please contact us by emailing [emailprotected] or by calling 646-315-9003. This press release may be considered Attorney Advertising in some jurisdictions under the applicable law and ethical rules. Kaplan Fox & Kilsheimer LLP, with offices in New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and New Jersey, has many years of experience in prosecuting investor class actions. For more information about Kaplan Fox & Kilsheimer LLP, you may visit our website at www.kaplanfox.com. If you have any questions about this Notice, your rights, or your interests, please contact: Donald R. HallKAPLAN FOX & KILSHEIMER LLP850 Third Avenue, 14th FloorNew York, New York10022(646) 315-9003E-mail: [emailprotected] Laurence D. KingKAPLAN FOX & KILSHEIMER LLP1999 Harrison Street, Suite 1560Oakland, California 94612(415) 772-4704Fax: (415) 772-4707E-mail: [emailprotected] SOURCE Kaplan Fox & Kilsheimer LLP Related Links http://www.kaplanfox.com

Investor Alert: Kaplan Fox Investigates Elanco Animal Health For Potential Securities Fraud

NEW YORK, Feb. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Cohen & Steers, Inc. (NYSE: CNS) today reported preliminary assets under management of $81.2 billion as of January 31, 2021, an increase of $1.3 billion from assets under management at December 31, 2020. The increase was due to net inflows of $2.1 billion, partially offset by market depreciation of $586 million and distributions of $207 million. Assets Under Management (unaudited) ($ in millions) AUM Net Market AUM By investment vehicle: 12/31/2020 Flows Depreciation Distributions 1/31/2021 Institutional Accounts: Japan Subadvisory $9,720 ($1) ($111) ($105) $9,503 Subadvisory excluding Japan 5,907 33 (67) - 5,873 Advisory 17,628 953 (137) - 18,444 Total Institutional Accounts 33,255 985 (315) (105) 33,820 Open-end Funds 35,160 1,008 (197) (53) 35,918 Closed-end Funds 11,493 63 (74) (49) 11,433 Total AUM $79,908 $2,056 ($586) ($207) $81,171 About Cohen & SteersCohen & Steers is a global investment manager specializing in liquid real assets, including real estate securities, listed infrastructure and natural resource equities, as well as preferred securities and other income solutions. Founded in 1986, the firm is headquartered in New York City, with offices in London, Dublin, Hong Kong and Tokyo. SOURCE Cohen & Steers, Inc.

Cohen & Steers Announces Preliminary Assets Under Management and Net Flows For January 2021

TORONTO, April 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ - When internationally noted artist Lio Faridani made his portfolio of watercolors, acrylics, oils and sketches available to the public recently via NFT, he found himself in a quandary. The 79-year-old artist was already sold on digitally minting his work, however, he felt providing the physical piece to his clients was equally important. So rather than opting for one over the other, he provides both. And that has sent sales soaring. Lio Faridani, the 79-year-old internationally celebrated artist, shares his success with NFT sales of his original masterpieces but with a twist. (CNW Group/ContemporaryArts.ca) In fact, in the first 12 hours of launching his NFT collection, Faridani sold three paintings which the buyer attributed to the appeal of receiving dual-medium originals. Afterall, Faridani's customers each receive their NFT immediately and the painting itself within a week. Just six pieces in his anthology are excluded from this arrangement and offered as "NFT-only." "NFTs are an exciting means of expanding access to the arts to entirely new audiences. I immediately wanted to ride that wave, yet at the same time, I believe people should know the joy of touching and feeling the unique piece they choose," said Faridani, who has been painting and drawing professionally for 60+ years. "My clients do not have to choose one over another. I give them the best of both worlds. And they truly appreciate it." Faridani is a self-taught artist whose body of work encompasses various mediums and styles - yet his breath-taking over-sized pieces have long set him apart. Various samples of his work are found in private and public collections around the world including Canada, Italy, Switzerland, the United States and United Kingdom. And NFTs are taking his reach next level.An NFT - or Non-Fungible Token - isessentially a piece of data that verifies ownership of a digital asset.NFTs have recently taken the art world by storm - proving to be the most popular crypto trend of 2021 with the expected staying power that many cryptos have not shown. Some technology experts predict thatuse of blockchain to create scarcity for digital collectibles is a lasting innovation."My own NFTs are encrypted with my signature on a digital ledger. That allows buyers and sellers of my artworks to verify authenticity and ownership," he explained. "I sometimes get kidded by family and friends that I am living proof you can teach an old dog new tricks. And I am here to tell you that is indeed a fact."SOURCE ContemporaryArts.caFor more information about Lio Faridani and his NFT collection, go to opensea.io or contemporaryarts.ca

Lio Faridani Carves out Niche in NFT Art World by Giving Clients the Best of Both the Digital and Physical Realms

HOBOKEN, N.J., June 4, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- eMazzanti Technologies, a New York City area retail IT consultant and managed services provider (MSP),has been named to After Nines Inc.'s ChannelE2E Top 100 Vertical Market MSPs list for 2020. The company is the top ranked end-to-end retail technology solution provider honored and ranked 28th of all vertical market MSPs. The annual list and research identify and honor the top 100 managed services providers in retail, healthcare, legal, government, manufacturing, and additional vertical markets. The MSP rankings are based on ChannelE2E's Q4 2019 and January 2020 readership survey and ChannelE2E's vertical market industry coverage. First in Retail Technology With merchant services, POS and mobile POS systems, retail technology infrastructure and support, eMazzanti offers a complete retail POS package available from a single vendor. With offerings that include PCI compliance verification, network management, in-store secure Wi-Fi and secure email, as well as cloud productivity solutions, eMazzanti specializes in the retail sector. "eMazzanti is an end-to-end retail technology solution provider," stated Jennifer Mazzanti, CEO, eMazzanti Technologies. "Merchants have just one call to make for assistance with their POS, payment processing, wireless, or network technology." eMazzanti delivers a comprehensive lineup of retail payment technology, merchant services, POS infrastructure, and network security backed by proactive 24/7 monitoring and hyper-responsive technical support. Have you read? Update Retail Privacy Practices with New York SHIELD Act About eMazzanti Technologies eMazzanti's team of trained, certified IT experts rapidly deliver increased revenue growth, data security and productivity for clients ranging from law firms to high-end global retailers, providing advanced retail and payment technology, cloud and mobile solutions, multi-site implementations, 247 outsourced network management, remote monitoring and support. eMazzanti has made the Inc. 5000 list eight consecutive years, is a 4X Microsoft Partner of the Year, the #1 ranked NYC area MSP and NJ Business of the Year! Contact: 1-866-362-9926, [emailprotected]or http://www.emazzanti.netTwitter: @emazzanti Facebook: Facebook.com/emazzantitechnologies. About After Nines Inc. and ChannelE2E After Nines Inc. provides timeless IT guidance for strategic partners and IT security professionals across ChannelE2E and MSSP Alert. ChannelE2E tracks every stage of the IT service provider journey from entrepreneur to exit. MSSP Alert is the global voice for Managed Security Services Providers (MSSPs). SOURCE eMazzanti Technologies Related Links http://www.emazzanti.net

eMazzanti Technologies Ranked First in Retail Technology on ChannelE2E Top 100 Vertical Market MSPs List NYC area IT Consultant is the top ranked end-to-end retail technology solution provider honored in the ChannelE2E Top 100 Vertical MSPs, 2020 Edition

BANGALORE, India, April 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Plasma Fractionation Marketis segmented by Product (Albumin, Immunoglobulins, Coagulation factor VIII, and Coagulation factor IX) and Sector (Public Sector and Private Sector). This report covers Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast from 2020 to 2027. This report is published on Valuates Reports in the Health Category. The Global Plasma Fractionation Market was valued at USD 18,222 Million in 2019 and is expected to reach USD 23,006 Million by 2027, registering a CAGR of 6.2% from 2020 to 2027. The surge in the geriatric population across the globe, which is predisposed to various rare diseases that require the use of plasma derivatives, is the major factor that boosts theplasma fractionation marketgrowth. Inquire For Sample: https://reports.valuates.com/request/sample/ALLI-Manu-0Z46/Plasma_Fractionation_Market TRENDS INFLUENCING THE GROWTH OF PLASMA FRACTIONATION MARKET SIZE The rise in the global geriatric population, which is predisposed to a variety of rare diseases that necessitate the use of plasma derivatives, is a major factor driving the plasma fractionation market size. The rise in the use of immunoglobulins in various therapeutic areas is expected to drive the growth of plasma fractionation market size. Immunoglobulins are used as first-line therapy for various neurologic, immunologic, and hematologic conditions. The plasma fractionation market is also growing due to favorable government funding for spreading awareness about the use of plasma-derived products. Furthermore, the surge in plasma collection centers worldwide is another major factor that contributes to the growth of the market. Bleeding disorders are becoming more common. Hemophilia is an inherited bleeding condition characterized by impaired blood coagulation due to a lack of coagulation factor VIII development or function. Hemophilia is one of the most common uses for plasma fractionation products. Thus the rising prevalence of bleeding disorders is expected to drive the plasma fractionation market size. The existence of governmental bodies that control and supervise plasma processing, fractionation, and sales in Asia-Pacific provides lucrative opportunities for key players operating in the plasma fractionation industry. This is a major factor that boosts market development. View Full Report: https://reports.valuates.com/market-reports/ALLI-Manu-0Z46/plasma-fractionation PLASMA FRACTIONATION MARKET SHARE ANALYSIS Based on the product, Immunoglobulin is the largest segment in the plasma fractionation industry, and it is also projected to rise at the fastest pace over the forecast period. The diversified use of Immunoglobulin in various disorders such as primary and secondary immune deficiencies, autoimmune diseases, and inflammatory diseases is driving this segment's development. Based on the sector, the private segment gained the most market share in plasma fractionation. This is due to the fact that the plasma fractionation industry employs a large number of private players who extract and fractionate large quantities of plasma into derivatives such as albumin and Immunoglobulin. As a consequence, you can support the growth of plasma fractionation markers. Based on region, the Asia-Pacific region would exhibit the highest CAGR of 6.6% during 2020-2027. This dominance of the Asia-Pacific region is attributed to the growing geriatric population, rise in government support through Medicaid and healthcare policies, and developments in the healthcare infrastructure. Inquire For Regional Report: https://reports.valuates.com/request/regional/ALLI-Manu-0Z46/Plasma_Fractionation_Market KEY MARKET SEGMENTS By Product Albumin Immunoglobulins Coagulation factor VIII Coagulation factor IX By Sector Public Sector Private Sector By Region North America U.S. Canada Europe Germany UK France Turkey Russia Rest of Europe Asia-Pacific Japan China India Taiwan South Korea Indonesia Thailand Malaysia Vietnam Rest of Asia-Pacific LAMEA Brazil Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Rest of LAMEA The key players profiled in this report include Baxter International Inc., Bio product laboratory, Biotest AG, CSL Ltd., Grifols SA, Kedrion S.P.A (Kedrion Biopharma Inc.), LFB S. A., Octapharma AG, Sanquin Blood Supply Foundation, and Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited. 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SIMILAR REPORTS : - Global Blood Plasma Fractionation Sales Market is segmented By Type - Albumin, Immune Globulin, Coagulation Factor, by Application -Immunity, Therapy, Surgery, by key players , by Regions: North America, Europe, China and Japan, etc. - Global Plasma Fractionation Product Market by Product-Type: Coagulation Factor, Immune Globulin, Albumin, Other, Application: Immunology, Hematology, Other, by key players , by Regions: North America, Europe, China and Japan, etc. - The global Human Coagulation Factor VIII market is valued at 7911 Million USD in 2020 is expected to reach 9752.2 Million USD by the end of 2026, growing at a CAGR of 3.0% during 2021-2026. - The global immunoglobulin Market was valued at USD 9972.9 Million in 2017, and is projected to reach USD 16694 Million by 2025, registering a CAGR of 6.6% from 2018 to 2025. - Plasma Equipment Marketby Product-Type: High Frequency Plasma, Arc Plasma, Application: Commerce, Industry, Residential, Others,by key players, by Regions: North America, Europe, China and Japan, etc. - Laser-induced Plasma Spectrometry Marketby Product-Type: Handheld, Desktop, Application: Mining, Metallurgy, Pharmaceutical, Environment, Research Institutions, Others, by key players , by Regions: North America, Europe, China and Japan, etc. - The global Plasma Etch System market size is projected to reach USD 12760 Million by 2027, from USD 6295.3 Million in 2020, at a CAGR of 12.5% during 2021-2027. - The global blood plasma derivatives market was valued at USD 23,613 Million in 2016, and is projected to reach USD 44,333 Million at a CAGR of 9.3% from 2017 to 2023. 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NEW YORK, March 26, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Due to significant market disruption and volatility, the Direxion Daily Gold Miners Index Bull 3X Shares (NUGT) and Direxion Daily Junior Gold Miners Index Bull 3X Shares (JNUG) will not have exposure of 300% to the market today. At market open, the Direxion Daily Gold Miners Index Bull 3X Shares and Direxion Daily Junior Gold Miners Index Bull 3X Shares will have exposure of approximately 260% and 250%, respectively. This reduced exposure is for today, March 26, 2020, only. About Direxion: Direxion equips investors who are driven by conviction with ETF solutions built for purpose and fine-tuned for precision. These solutions are available for a broad spectrum of investors, whether executing short-term tactical trades, investing in macro themes, or building long-term asset allocation strategies. Direxion's reputation is founded on developing products that precisely express market perspectives and allow investors to manage their risk exposure. 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For other risks including leverage, correlation, daily compounding, market volatility and risks specific to an industry or sector, please read the prospectus. Market Disruption Risk Geopolitical and other events, including public health crises and natural disasters, have recently led to increased market volatility and significant market losses. Significant market volatility and market downturns may limit the Fund's ability to sell securities and obtain short exposure to securities, and the Fund's sales and short exposuresmay exacerbate the market volatility and downturn. Under such circumstances, the Fund may have difficulty achieving its investment objective for one or more trading days, which may adversely impact the Fund's returns on those days and periods inclusive of those days. Alternatively, the Fund may incur higher costs (including swap financing costs) in order to achieve its investment objective and may be forced to purchase and sell securities (including other ETFs' shares) at market prices that do not represent their fair value (including in the case of an ETF, its NAV) or at times that result in differences between the price the Fund receives for the security or the value of the swap exposure and the market closing price of the security or the market closing value of the swap exposure. Under those circumstances, the Fund's ability to track its Index is likely to be adversely affected, the market price of Fund shares may reflect a greater premium or discount to NAV and bid-ask spreads in the Fund's shares may widen, resulting in increased transaction costs for secondarymarket purchasers and sellers. The Fund may also incur additional tracking error due to the use of futures contracts or other securities that are not perfectly correlated to the Fund's Index. The recent pandemic spread of the novel coronavirus known as COVID-19 has proven to be a market disrupting event. The impact of this virus, like other pandemics that may arise in the future, has negatively affected and may continue to negatively affect the economies of many nations, companies and the global securities and commodities markets, including by reducing liquidity in the markets. Adverse effects may be more pronounced for developing or emerging market countries that have less established health care systems. How long such events will last and whether they will continue or recur cannot be predicted. Distributor:ForesideFundServices,LLC. SOURCE Direxion Related Links http://www.direxion.com

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DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., Oct. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --OPTIMUM NUTRITION, the world leader in sports nutrition, has announced an agreement with Speedway LLC (Speedway), one of the nation's largest company owned and operated convenience store chains, for full distribution of its award-winning ESSENTIAL AMIN.O. ENERGY PLUS ELECTROLYTES SPARKLING HYDRATION DRINK. The lightly carbonated, grab-and-go beverage for anytime energy is now available at Speedway locations nationwide. Continue Reading OPTIMUM NUTRITION ESSENTIAL AMIN.O. ENERGY PLUS ELECTROLYTES SPARKLING HYDRATION DRINK NOW AVAILABLE AT SPEEDWAY LOCATIONS NATIONWIDE "OPTIMUM NUTRTION's portfolio of ready-to-eat and ready-to-drink products make performance nutrition more accessible to all consumers," said Sarah Lombard, director of brand marketing for OPTIMUM NUTRITION. "Speedway now offers its customers a range of convenient products that taste great, and satisfy their desire to make good nutritional choices, even while on-the-go." ESSENTIAL AMIN.O. ENERGY PLUS ELECTROLYTES SPARKLING HYDRATION DRINKis a delicious, refreshing, lightly carbonated beverage offering a combination of 100 mg of caffeine derived from natural sources like green tea and green coffee bean extract, five grams of amino acids and electrolytes to support energy, focus, performance and endurance. Each sleek, 12-ounce can is only five calories and contains zero sugars and no artificial colors. Since its debut, the product has earned distribution in convenience store chains nationwide and has received top category honors including "Best New Energy Drink" from Convenience Store News. ESSENTIAL AMIN.O. ENERGY PLUS ELECTROLYTES SPARKLING HYDRATION DRINK in popular Blueberry Lemonade and Grape flavors is now available at Speedway's locations across the country. The product joins a growing portfolio of OPTIMUM NUTRITION offerings at Speedway, which also includes convenient better-for-you snack options like Cake Bites, Protein Crisp and Protein Almonds. "We are very proud of our growing partnership with Speedway," said Jean Terminiello, North American sr. director of immediate consumption for OPTIMUM NUTRITION parent company Glanbia Performance Nutrition. "In just three years, we've set out to capture growth in the on-the-go performance category and have become one of the fastest growing protein snack portfolios at Speedway.We were thrilled when Speedway invited ESSENTIAL AMIN.O. ENERGY PLUS ELECTROLYTES SPARKLING HYDRATION DRINK to test in their innovation doors, after months of testing, we were proven and granted space in Speedway's category cold vault doors. We are excited by the positive reception from Speedway customers and look forward to explosive growth in 2021."For more information on ESSENTIAL AMIN.O. ENERGY PLUS ELECTROLYTES SPARKLING HYDRATION DRINK and other OPTIMUM NUTRITION products, visit www.optimumnutrition.com.About OPTIMUM NUTRITIONOPTIMUM NUTRITION was established in 1986 to satisfy consumer demand for consistent quality in sports nutrition. The company is also known for anticipating ever-changing customer needs and meeting the demands of a dynamic market with innovative products. With four state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities based intheUnited States,Indiaand in theUnited Kingdom, ON manufactures items in every product category, including nutritional bars, protein powders, ready-to-drink shakes and beverages, energy products, multi-vitamins and other health & wellness items that support a healthy lifestyle. The brand's GOLD STANDARD 100% WHEY is universally recognized as the world's best-selling whey protein powder. ON products can be found throughoutthe United Statesin close to 10,000 independent natural product and specialty retail stores, gyms, and fitness centers, and most online retailers. ON products are also sold in 90+ countries around the world. Learn moreathttps://www.OPTIMUMNUTRITION.com/SOURCE OPTIMUM NUTRITION

OPTIMUM NUTRITION Earns Distribution of ESSENTIAL AMIN.O. ENERGY PLUS ELECTROLYTES SPARKLING HYDRATION DRINK at Speedway Convenience Stores Locations nationwide now carrying popular, ready-to-drink sparkling "anytime energy" beverage

SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 27, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Topia, the leading Global Talent Mobility platform, achieved record growth in Q2 driven by its tax compliance solutions for newly distributed workforces. After COVID-19 turned almost all workers into remote employees, Topia Compass (formerly known as Monaeo Enterprise Edition) saw massive demand from organizations struggling to monitor tax exposure and automate payroll withholdings. Companies using Topia Compass to track their newly remote workforces can now optimize tax obligations, save up to 25%+ per year in local tax obligations, and mitigate the risk of penalties and audits that target distributed workforces. "COVID-19 has created a new reality for today's workforce," said Steve Black, Chief Strategy Officer at Topia. "Employees are creating tax exposure at a scale and velocity never seen before. Although this presents opportunities to reduce tax obligations, it also raises the risk of penalties and audits. We welcomed a record number of clients in Q2 with many aiming to manage this challenge of a distributed workforce." Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, this new culture of distributed work is becoming permanent. Companies such as Facebook, Shopify, Square, and Twitter have announced that employees can work remotely for as long as they wish. More surprisingly, Siemens became the first major German company to introduce a permanent remote model. More than 140,000 employees in 43 countries are now welcome to work from anywhere two to three days per week. Although COVID-19 put a freeze on most relocation and business travel, it created a new mobility challenge that Topia is uniquely capable of solving. As the pandemic shuttered workplaces around the globe, knowledge workers spread into home offices, vacation rentals, and childhood homes, creating tax exposure in countless new jurisdictions. Corporations that would normally base payroll withholdings on an employee's office location could no longer do so. With Topia, companies are able to optimize tax obligations and mitigate risk of tax penalties. Founded in 2010, Topia was recently named one of the fastest growing companies in the United Kingdom by transforming the way that enterprises manage global talent mobility including relocations, temporary assignments, business travel, and distributed workforces. The Topia suite, which includes Topia Plan, Manage, Pay, Go, and Compass, provides HR and mobility teams with an end-to-end solution for strategically placing employees and tapping into new talent marketplaces. 2020 has been a landmark year for Topia. In March, Topia acquired Monaeo, a technology leader for managing business travel compliance. In April, Topia closed $15 millionin Series D funding, bringing its total raised tomore than $100 million. And in June, Topia launched Topia One, the first cloud-based open platform that provides an integrated data standard across global talent mobility. Topia One enables Topia to benchmark global talent mobility data for the first time and facilitates fast integrations with other technology platforms. "The new Topia One platform represents a real leap forward in the technology available to deliver global talent mobility," said Myrna DelacruzBarthel, Head of Global Mobility at Equinor. "We're excited about the opportunity for the next generation of the Topia products; to support in providing better service to our business and align our mobility efforts to our global talent strategy." Topia has been busy expanding and enhancing their partnership ecosystem as well. In April, Topia received Approved Integration status with Workday. And just last month Topia was listed on the ADP marketplace for their Topia Compass Connector for ADP Workforce Now. Topia now integrates with leading organizations such as BCD Travel, SAP Concur, Docusign, Fragomen and more. About TopiaTopia is the leader in Global Talent Mobility. We empower enterprise HR teams to deploy, manage and engage employees anywhere in the world. The Topia Global Talent Mobility platform enables businesses to deliver mobility as part of a broader talent and business strategy with enhanced employee experiences. This drives competitive advantage by ensuring the right people in the right place at the right time. The Topia platform automates the entire global talent mobility process, from scenario-based planning, compliance risk management, expat payroll, reporting and more. Topia powers global talent mobility programs for many of the world's most trusted brands, including Schneider Electric, Dell, Veolia, Equinor, AXA. Topia has raised over $100M from New Enterprise Associates (now NewView Capital), Notion Capital and others, and is a global company with offices throughout the Americas and EMEA. For more information, visit www.topia.comand follow Topia on Twitter, Facebookand LinkedIn. CONTACT: Brianna Helm, [emailprotected] SOURCE Topia Related Links https://www.topia.com

Topia Achieves Record Growth Driven By its Tax Compliance Solutions for Newly Distributed Workforces Topia's global talent mobility platform addresses a new challenge of COVID-19 that is here to stay: how to manage tax exposure and payroll withholdings when employees can work from anywhere

BURLINGTON,Mass., Nov. 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Nuance Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: NUAN) today announced that it has been ranked the #1 Solutions Provider by Black Book Research in five categories, including medical speech recognition and AI technologies. Based on 3,250 survey responses from 203 hospitals and 2,263 physician practices, the rankings demonstrate Nuance's unparalleled understanding of provider needs, forward-thinking vision and superior ability to execute. According to Black Book's survey, 96 percent of physician groups and practice associations need to build more successful clinical documentation improvement (CDI) programs to meet the complex challenges of outpatient services. Nuance enables providers to meet this demand, securing the highest client satisfaction rating for: Medical Speech Recognition and AI Technologies; End-to-End Coding, CDI, CAC Solutions - Inpatient Hospitals & Health Systems for the third consecutive year; Clinical Documentation Improvement Software & Technology for the seventh consecutive year; Medical Transcription Software & Technology for the eighth consecutive year; and End-to-End Coding, CDI, CAC Solutions - Medical Practices, Ambulatory Care & Physicians for the eighth consecutive year. This recognition builds on Nuance's continued success with cloud-based AI solutions including Nuance CDE One, Nuance Dragon Medical One, and Nuance Dragon Ambient eXperience (DAX). "We're honored that our AI-powered and cloud-based solutions continue to have a positive impact on the quality of patient care, efficiency of work, and financial outcomes for healthcare organizations we support," said Diana Nole, executive vice president and general manager, healthcare division at Nuance. "Black Book's highly respected analysis also reflects how we've been able to evolve our speech technology with the help of our customers and partners to bring new innovations like ambient clinical intelligence to market." For nearly 20 years, Black Book has polled vendor satisfaction across more than thirty industries in the software/technology and managed services sectors around the globe, including healthcare, and is recognized as a top 25 international market research firm. "Achieving this recognition for nearly the last decade demonstrates that Nuance is critical to the organizations it serves by accelerating workflows, ensuring fuller and timelier reimbursements and analytics, and improving patient care," said Doug Brown, managing partner of Black Book. To learn more about Nuance's AI-powered and cloud-based healthcare solutions, click here. For an explainer video on Nuance DAX and the exam room of the future, where clinical documentation writes itself, view the explainer video here. About Nuance Communications, Inc.Nuance Communications (NASDAQ: NUAN) is a technology pioneer with market leadership in conversational AI and ambient intelligence. A full-service partner trusted by 90 percent of U.S. hospitals and 85 percent of the Fortune 100 companies worldwide, Nuance creates intuitivesolutions that amplify people's ability to help others. Trademark reference: Nuance and the Nuance logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of Nuance Communications, Inc. or its affiliates inthe United Statesand/or other countries. All other trademarks referenced herein are the property of their respective owners. Media Contact Nancy Scott +1 781.565.4130[emailprotected] SOURCE Nuance Communications, Inc.

Black Book Recognizes Nuance as #1 AI-Powered and Cloud-Based Provider Across Five Categories in its Annual Ranking Nuance is celebrated for its leadership across categories including medical speech recognition and AI technology, end-to-end coding, CDI and medical transcription

SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Pinterest, Inc. (NYSE: PINS) will release financial results and a letter to shareholders for the first quarter 2021 on Tuesday, April 27, 2021 after market close. The company will host a Q&A conference call to discuss these results at 3:00 p.m. PT (6:00 p.m. ET) on the same day. A live webcast of the conference call and related earnings release materials can be accessed on Pinterests Investor Relations website at investor.pinterestinc.com. A replay of the webcast will be available through the same link following the conference call. Disclosure Information Pinterest uses and intends to continue to use its Investor Relations website as a means of disclosing material nonpublic information and for complying with its disclosure obligations under Regulation FD. Accordingly, investors should monitor the companys Investor Relations website, in addition to following the companys press releases, SEC filings, public conference calls, presentations and webcasts. About Pinterest People around the world come to Pinterest for inspiration. Its a visual discovery engine where people find inspiring creators, shop new products, and seek out ideas to take offline. People have saved more than 300 billion Pins across a range of interests from creating a home office, cooking a new recipe to finding your next vacation spot. Headquartered in San Francisco, Pinterest launched in 2010 and has more than 450 million monthly active users. Available on iOS and Android, and at pinterest.com.

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ORLANDO, Fla., Dec. 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --National Retail Properties, Inc. (NYSE: NNN) (the "Company") today announced that Paul Bayer, Executive Vice President and Chief Investment Officer, will retire effective December 31, 2020. Mr. Bayer has been the Company's Chief Investment Officer since June 2010 and Executive Vice President since January 2007. He joined the Company in September 1999. Mr. Bayer will continue to provide consulting services to the company for a period of one year after his retirement. Jay Whitehurst, President and CEO, commented: "I have had the honor and pleasure to work with Paul for his entire career at National Retail Properties. Paul joined us in 1999 to work on leasing projects, and rose quickly through the ranks to oversee asset management, underwriting, and leasing as our Chief Investment Officer for the past 10 years. Paul's experience, energy, insight and creativity have created tremendous value for our shareholders. Additionally, he has been a mentor and teacher to many of his colleagues and co-workers, including me. Paul is leaving National Retail Properties better than he found it, and we wish him all the best in his well-deserved retirement." National Retail Properties invests primarily in high-quality retail properties subject generally to long-term, net leases. As of September 30, 2020, the company owned 3,114 properties in 48 states with a gross leasable area of approximately 32.4 million square feet and with a weighted average remaining lease term of 10.7 years. For more information on the company, visit www.nnnreit.com. SOURCE National Retail Properties, Inc. Related Links http://www.nnnreit.com

Paul Bayer To Retire As EVP & Chief Investment Officer Of National Retail Properties, Inc. -- Effective December 31, 2020 --

MIAMI, Feb. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Ella Paradis, one of the premier sexual health & wellness eCommerce retailers, released a new study today examining what people will be doing this Valentine's Day, including whether COVID-19 will play a factor in their plans and if they plan on spicing things up this love season with pleasure products. The results of this timely study found that older respondents are ready to get back into the swing of things and are searching for normality in this unpredictable world. Relaxed couple sitting enjoying a glass of wine together share a special moment of affection and love (PRNewsfoto/Ella Paradis) 58% of the respondents were between the ages of 35 and 59. Within that same group, over 65% were planning on taking the Valentine's festivities outside the home. 73% of the 35 to 59 year olds confirmed that they want to use sex toys to spice things up! The key takeaway? Older Americans are ready to turn up the heat between themself and their partner this holiday. Ella Paradis CEO Tino Dietrich says, "The results we see today clearly indicate Americans want to continue to celebrate love no matter the circumstance. People's desire for intimacy is on the rise and the need for sexual fulfillment and experimentation are key to getting through the monotony of life in quarantine."Key Findings: 73.3% of the respondents have a significant other for Valentine this year 74% of the respondents want to celebrate Valentine's Day 2021 67.4% are not apprehensive to celebrate Valentine's Day because of COVID-19 33.5% of the respondents are planning a Romantic Night in 68.3% of the respondents are planing to use sex toys this Valentine's Day 58% of the respondents are between 35 and 59 years old (32.5% 45-59 years old and 26% 35-44 years old) 84.4% of the respondents are heteresexual and 10% are bisexual You can find more about the findings of this surveyhereOver the past two years, Ella Paradis has expanded rapidly with 183% growth, serving over 10,000 customers every month. With thousands of transactions occurring weekly , Ella Paradis is proud to have over 250,000 satisfied customers returning to their site for products to enhance their sexual health and wellbeing. To learn more about Ella Paradis, go tohttps://www.ellaparadis.com/Media contact:Mary Elizabeth Elkordy[emailprotected]347-738-2156About Ella Paradis: Ella Paradis, one of the fastest growing wellness eCommerce companies in the US, offers tailored solutions and high-quality products for the sexually active adult. By breaking down barriers and disrupting outdated taboos regarding self-pleasure and self-care, Ella Paradis provides modern and approachable intimate care products for every price point. Founded in 2015, Ella Paradis made a mark as one of America's leading and innovative personal care brands, overcoming stigmas by making premium sexual wellness products available and affordable for everyone nationwide, regardless of gender and sexual orientation. Boasting an inclusive atmosphere, Ella Paradis believes everyone deserves pleasure and fulfilling intimate relationships with both themselves and their partners. Ella Paradis also believes providing a space free of judgement with respect to others empowers the democratization of self-pleasure. Studies show sexual pleasure & wellness directly affects overall emotional and mental wellbeing, leading to a happier life. Ella Paradis' mission is to leave bread crumbs of happiness for all who shop with them. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, Ella Paradis' multiple fulfillment centers across the US provide seamless shopping experiences nationwide. SOURCE Ella Paradis

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DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Probiotics Market by Product Type, Strain, Form, Sales Channel, and Geography - Global Forecast to 2027" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The research report provides an in-depth analysis of the probiotics market in five major geographies and emphasizes the current market trends, market size, market share, recent developments, and forecast till 2027. The probiotics market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.7% from 2020 to 2027 to reach $76.7 billion by 2027. The growth of this market is backed by the growing consumer awareness regarding the health benefits of probiotics, increasing use of probiotics as an alternative to antibiotics, growing research progress on the probiotics for newer applications, and growing proportion of aged population. Moreover, the growing use of probiotics for children and e-commerce growth are expected to create lucrative opportunities for players operating in this market. However, the regulations issued related to probiotics are expected to hinder the growth of this market to some extent. The study offers a comprehensive analysis of the overall probiotics market with respect to strain, product type, form, sales channel, end-user, and geography. The global probiotics market is mainly segmented by strain (bacteria strain products and yeast strain products), product type (functional food & beverages, medical & dietary supplements, and animal feed), form (liquid and dry), sales channel (offline sales and online sales), end-user (human and animal), and geography. The study also evaluates industry competitors and analyses the market at a country level. Based on strain, the bacteria strain segment is estimated to command the dominant share of the overall probiotics market in 2020. The large share of this segment is mainly attributed to the factors such as growing use of bacteria strain in a wide variety of commercial dairy products including sour and fresh milk, yogurt, and cheese, among others. In addition, the growing gastrointestinal and extraintestinal disorders (including prevention and alleviation symptoms of traveler's diarrhea and antibiotic-associated diarrhea, inflammatory bowel disease, lactose intolerance, and irritable bowel syndrome); increasing popularity among health-conscious consumers around the world; and rising preference for nutrient-rich food products is expected to boost the demand for bacterial strain probiotics. However, the yeast strain product segment is expected to grow with the fastest CAGR during the forecast period. Market Dynamics Drivers Restraints Opportunities Trends Companies Profiled For more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/wi6t5q

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LOS ANGELES, March 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Shots Box, a bi-monthly whiskey subscription service, is promoting three Irish Whiskeys for those who wish to try something new for St. Patrick's Day. The Prizefighter, Slane Irish, and Teeling whiskeys can be game changers to any enthusiast's tastebuds. Irish whiskey is one of the oldest spirits in the world - in order to qualify as an "Irish Whiskey," the beverage has to be distilled and contain a blend of malted and unmalted barley in the pot still phase. "Saint Patrick's day is a time of cultural and religious celebration for millions of people across the world," said JC Stock, Chief Executive Officer of Shots Box. "Here in the U.S., our team is looking to promote some of the best-tasting whiskeys on the market in preparation for the holiday. We look forward to hearing the reviews from our customersand we are excited for the stories they will have to share." The Prizefighter Whiskey delivers a smooth and mellow experience that simultaneously packs a punch with no burning sensation whatsoever. This whiskey consists of a blend of 10-year-old malt and four-year-old grain finished in rye barrels for six months. The beverage is distilled and aged in Ireland and is finished in an American rye cask. The collaboration is reimagined in the whiskey's branding - a visual depiction of the 1853 epic boxing battle between John Morrissey and Yankee Sullivan, which took place in New York. This is meant to pay tribute to the tradition of Irish immigrants finding success as fighters and showmen in America. All bottles of Slane Irish Whiskey are matured in virgin oak casks, seasoned whiskey casks, and Oloroso sherry casks. The maturation processes in three different casks and the blending by a master-craftsman are what createthe unique Slane Irish Whiskey taste. The initial spiciness is quickly followed by the sweetness of rich caramel, vanilla, and butterscotch flavors, all topped with a deep layer of dried fruit. This distinctive combination of flavors helped Slane Irish Whiskey notch the 2020 Bartenders Brand Award. Teeling Whiskey, based in Dublin, is one of the oldest whiskeys in Ireland. The manufacturers do not filter their whiskey prior to bottlingand each bottle has an alcohol by volume percentage (ABV) of above 46%. "Each of these brands has poured countless hours crafting and perfecting their respective whiskey blends. We are proud to offer their products and are thrilled to be partnering with them for one of the best holidays of the year," said Stock. All three whiskey are available via Shots Box, the only subscription service that delivers an array of shot-sized craft distilled whiskeys curated by tastemakers to doorsteps across America. The Shots Box team loves bringing whiskey enthusiasts and alcohol enthusiasts together to try new flavors and new ideas. To learn more, please visit https://shotsbox.com/. About Shots Box Shots Boxis a bi-monthly subscription service that delivers an array of shot-sized craft distilled whiskeys curated by tastemakers to doorsteps across America. It is a new way to try spirits, discover favorites, and avoid paying top-shelf prices for full bottles of liquor that the consumer has not previously tasted. The service ships the subscriber 10 minis bi-monthly of the best whiskey samples. CONTACT INFORMATION:Tiffany Kayar[emailprotected] Related Images image1.png SOURCE Shots Box

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MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Elion Partners (Elion), a vertically integrated private equity real estate investment firm, today announced a series of acquisitions totaling 864,000 square feet spread across four last-mile logistics assets for $216 million within the Seattle, San Francisco, Southern California and New York markets. The firms investment strategy is focused on last-mile logistics real estate, targeting core, urban logistics hubs near large population centers in infill coastal markets. The recent acquisitions were individually sourced pre-market from various sellers and is a part of a series of acquisitions the firm has planned for its portfolio aggregation strategy across key coastal logistics markets. James Lambert, Senior Managing Director of Industrial Investments at Elion, said, By focusing on the attributes prudent to logistics real estate such as clear height, excess parking and drive-around truck access, we have been able to identify value add opportunities that meet the needs of todays logistics providers. These acquisitions provide additional exposure to high-quality assets in core locations, and we look forward to continuing the expansion of our last-mile portfolio. The transactions consisted of 4225 Hacienda Drive in Pleasanton, California (390,000 sq. ft.; closed April 29th), 182-20 Liberty Ave in Jamaica, New York (180,000 sq. ft.; closed April 27th), 555-589 Monster Road SW in Renton, Washington (224,000 sq. ft.; closed April 26th), and 6212 Corte del Abeto in Carlsbad, California (70,000 sq. ft.; closed March 11th). About Elion Partners Elion Partners is a minority-owned, private equity real estate investment firm focused on the industrial sector. Elion is both a fiduciary and operator, managing real estate assets through closed-end funds and permanent capital investment vehicles. For more information, please visit www.elionpartners.com.

Elion Partners Completes Series of Last-Mile Acquisitions for $216 Million Across Key Coastal Logistics Markets Recent acquisitions expand the firms last-mile portfolio in Seattle, San Francisco, Southern California and New York

RAHWAY, N.J., Aug. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Veggies Made Great, the leader in unique veggie-rich foods,gains traction inWalmart, driven by tremendous growth and best-in class velocity.Walmarthas accepted 6 SKUswhichwill be available on shelf September 2020, just in time for back to school.Thekey to their success issimpleVeggies Made Great makes it easy for consumers to enjoy eating veggieswiththeir delicious and veggie-rich products, veggies are, and always will be, the first ingredient in every Veggies Made Great product. Continue Reading Veggies Made Great Muffins available in Double Chocolate, Blueberry Oat, and Banana Chocolate Chip Veggies Made Great Frittatas available in Spinach Egg White, Veggie Bacon & Potato, Mushroom & 3 Cheese Egg White Veggies Made Great is a plant-based company that creatively combines clean and simple ingredients into remarkably delicious veggie-rich prepared foods for everyday snacks and meals. The product line is allergy friendly (gluten free, soy free, peanut and tree nut free, with many dairy free options) and always made with veggies as the first and primary ingredient. The company ison a mission to create the highest quality, remarkably delicious and nutritionally smart, plant-based, veggie-rich foods that are ready to eat and available everywhere.Why? BecauseVeggies Made Greatbelievesthe most significant way to improve health in this country is to increase consumption of veggies, and currently only 1 in 10 Americans eat the daily recommended amount of vegetables.Fad diets come and go, and health advice changes over time, but there is one health message that has never changed: Eat your vegetables. Walmartis accepting six items this September which are: Veggies Made GreatFrittatas available in Spinach Egg White, Veggie Bacon&Potato, Mushroom & 3 Cheese Egg White Veggies Made Great Muffinsavailable inDouble Chocolate, Blueberry Oat, and Banana Chocolate Chip All Veggies Made Great productsare loaded with nutrient-rich veggies andusevegetables as the first and primary ingredient; whether the vegetables are used to moisten and sweeten, like the zucchini and carrots intheMuffins, or the highlight of the product, like spinach, tomatoes, onions and red bell peppers,intheSpinach Egg White Frittata.The products are manufactured in a peanut-free, tree nut-free, soy-free facility and everyproductin the Veggies Made Great product lineisbothallergy friendlyandaremadeusingclean and simple ingredients.Since 2008, Veggies Made Great has been an industry groundbreaker for frozen and refrigerated foods. Over the years, retailers have responded favorably to Veggies Made Great's products leading to tremendous distribution gains with programs already in place in other key retailers like Costco, Kroger, Target, Shop Rite, Publix, Stop & Shop, Giant, Meijer, HEB, Ralph's, Fry's, and The Fresh Market.For more information about the savory foods from Veggies Made Great, and to find out where to buy them, visitwww.veggiesmadegreat.comVeggies Made GreatVeggies Made Great is a New Classic Cooking, LLC brand based in Avenel and Rahway, New Jersey. Since 2008, Veggies Made Great has raised the bar in healthy foods by delivering surprisingly delicious veggie-rich foods. Veggies Made Great is the recipient of numerous awards,including;Gold in the delicious living Magazine 2020 Best Bite Awards, Women's HealthTop Health Picks;Cooking Light- The Healthiest Frozen Foods in the Supermarket: Breakfast;Grocery HeadquartersTrailblazerAward;Parents Magazine25 Best Frozen Food forFamilies;Gluten Free DigestChocolate Muffins; 2015 Pioneers of BetterForYou: Refrigerated and Frozen Foods, andRunner's WorldEditor's Pick.For more information onVeggies Made Greatvisitwww.veggiesmadegreat.com"Like"Veggies Made Greaton Facebook athttps://www.facebook.com/veggiesmadegreatFollowVeggies Made Greaton Instagram @veggiesmadegreat FollowVeggies Made Greaton Twitter @veggiesmadegr8SOURCE Veggies Made Great Related Links http://www.veggiesmadegreat.com

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IRVING, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Michaels Companies, Inc. (NASDAQ: MIK) today announced financial results for the third quarter fiscal 2020 ended October 31, 2020. Ashley Buchanan, Michaels Chief Executive Officer commented, Michaels delivered strong third quarter results highlighted by comparable store sales growth of 16.3%, which was driven by robust consumer demand, improved retail execution and continued progress against our strategic initiatives. Our expanded omni channel capabilities, Maker-centric branding, and increasingly personalized marketing resonated well with customers. We also benefited from progress we made on our ongoing efforts around strategic inventory management, streamlined store operations and a disciplined approach to pricing and promotions. Importantly, we strengthened our balance sheet by paying down $150 million in debt and increased our financial flexibility by refinancing and significantly extending the maturity of our term loan. Mr. Buchanan added, Our Maker strategy underpins the work we are doing to innovate and elevate the customer experience as we transform Michaels into a leading omnichannel specialty retailer. We have strengthened our core business and put Michaels in a much stronger position today - operationally, financially, and strategically - than at the start of this year and I would like to extend my gratitude to every single Michaels team member whose hard work has enabled these results. While the operating environment continues to evolve, we look forward to building on our progress as we continue to drive toward sustainable growth over the long term. 13 Weeks Ended October 31, 2020 13 Weeks Ended November 2, 2019 39 Weeks Ended October 31, 2020 39 Weeks Ended November 2, 2019 Net Sales $1,406.2M $1,222.0M $3,354.3M $3,349.4M Comp. Store Sales 16.3% (2.2%) 0.6% (1.7%) Operating Income $199.0M $76.0M $191.5M $240.1M Net Income $111.1M $28.7M $39.9M $90.9M Diluted Earnings per Share $0.74 $0.19 $0.27 $0.58 Adjusted Operating Income1 $201.6M $117.4M $246.6M $294.0M Adjusted Net Income 1 $129.3M $60.1M $97.7M $138.7M Adjusted Diluted Earnings per Share1 $0.86 $0.40 $0.66 $0.89 1 See additional information in this release for a reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures to the respective GAAP measures. Key Highlights Third Quarter Fiscal 2020 (13 weeks ended October 31, 2020): Balance sheet and liquidity highlights: Special Bonus for Team Members: The company announced that during the fourth quarter it will pay approximately $10 million in one-time holiday bonuses to both full-time and part-time team members as a thank you for their extraordinary work this year during unprecedented times. Mr. Buchanan commented, We want to show our gratitude to all of our team members who have continued to deliver incredible customer service and are a critical element to our ongoing success this year during such trying times for our communities. Outlook: Given the continued uncertainty due to the COVID-19 pandemic, including a dynamic and uncertain outlook for consumer spending patterns and associated government policies, the Company is not providing any formal guidance at this time. Conference Call Information A conference call to discuss second quarter financial results is scheduled for today, December 3, 2020, at 8:00 am Central Time. Investors who would like to join the conference call are encouraged to pre-register for the conference call using the following link: https://dpregister.com/sreg/10149320/dbb27dd898. Callers who pre-register will be given a phone number and a unique PIN to bypass the live operator and gain immediate access to the call. Participants may pre-register at any time, including up to and after the call start time. Investors without internet access or who are unable to pre-register can join the call by dialing (844) 340-4762 or (412) 717-9617. A live webcast of the conference call, together with certain supplemental presentation materials, will be available online at http://investors.michaels.com/. To listen to the live call, please go to the website at least 15 minutes before the call is scheduled to begin to register and download any necessary audio software. The webcast will be accessible for 3 months after the call. Additionally, a telephone replay will be available until December 19, 2020, by dialing (877) 344-7529 or (412) 317-0088, access code 10149320. Non-GAAP Information This press release includes non-GAAP measures including adjusted operating income, adjusted net income, adjusted diluted earnings per share, EBITDA and adjusted EBITDA. The Company has reconciled these non-GAAP financial measures with the most directly comparable GAAP financial measures in a table accompanying this release. The Company believes that these non-GAAP financial measures not only provide its management with comparable financial data for internal financial analysis but also provide meaningful supplemental information to investors. Specifically, these non-GAAP financial measures allow investors to better understand the performance of the Company's business and facilitate a meaningful evaluation of its quarterly and fiscal 2020 results on a comparable basis with its quarterly and fiscal 2019 results. The Company has provided this information as a means to evaluate the results of its ongoing operations. Non-GAAP financial measures have limitations as analytical tools, and investors should not consider them in isolation or as a substitute for analysis of the Company's results as reported under GAAP. The Company's presentation of non-GAAP financial measures should not be construed to imply that its future results will be unaffected by any such adjustments. Other companies in the Company's industry may calculate these items differently than it does. Forward-Looking Statements This news release includes forward-looking statements which reflect management's current views and estimates regarding the Company's industry, business strategy, goals, and expectations concerning its market position, future operations, including with respect to liquidity and capital resources, the introduction of new capabilities, our ability to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic and the opening of stores following temporary closures, expected costs of the closure of Darice operations and other financial and operating information. The words "anticipate", "assume", "believe", "continue", "could", "estimate", "expect", forecast, "future", guidance, imply, "intend", "may", outlook, "plan", "potential", "predict", "project", and similar terms and phrases are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words. The Company cannot assure investors that future developments affecting the Company will be those that it has anticipated. Actual results may differ materially from these expectations due to risks relating to the effect of the adverse effect of the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak; economic uncertainty; substantial changes to fiscal and tax policies; our reliance on foreign suppliers; regulatory changes; the seasonality of our business; changes in customer demand; damage to the reputation of the Michaels brand or our private and exclusive brands; unexpected or unfavorable consumer responses to our promotional or merchandising programs; our failure to adequately maintain security and prevent unauthorized access to electronic and other confidential information; increased competition including internet-based competition from other retailers; the impact of tariffs on certain products that we import from China and other risks and uncertainties including those identified under the heading Risk Factors in the Companys most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, each of which are filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") and available at www.sec.gov, and other filings that the Company may make with the SEC in the future. If one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or if any of the Company's assumptions prove incorrect, the Company's actual results may vary in material respects from those projected in these forward-looking statements. Any forward-looking statement made by the Company in this news release speaks only as of the date on which the Company makes it. Factors or events that could cause the Company's actual results to differ may emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for the Company to predict all of them. The Company does not undertake and specifically disclaims any obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as may be required by any applicable securities laws. About The Michaels Companies, Inc.: The Michaels Companies, Inc. is North America's largest specialty provider of arts, crafts, framing, floral, wall dcor, and seasonal merchandise for Makers and do-it-yourself home decorators. The Company operates more than 1,272 Michaels stores in 49 states and Canada. Additionally, the Company serves customers through digital platforms including Michaels.com and Canada.michaels.com. The Michaels Companies, Inc., also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of high-quality custom and specialty framing merchandise. For a list of store locations or to shop online, visit www.michaels.com or download the Michaels app. 2020 2019 2020 2019 1,406,212 1,222,021 3,354,270 3,349,430 824,496 780,387 2,208,220 2,123,171 581,716 441,634 1,146,050 1,226,259 373,193 322,807 943,587 933,478 9,388 41,376 9,388 48,332 184 1,402 1,528 4,370 198,951 76,049 191,547 240,079 37,370 38,781 112,233 116,274 22,044 161 22,044 1,316 131 78 (1,426 ) 2,931 139,406 37,029 58,696 119,558 28,284 8,324 18,836 28,615 111,122 28,705 39,860 90,943 3,910 1,230 (1,466 ) (8,358 ) 115,032 29,935 38,394 82,585 0.75 0.19 0.27 0.58 0.74 0.19 0.27 0.58 147,402 150,877 147,188 155,299 150,292 150,925 148,796 155,342 2020 2019 2020 2019 100.0 % 100.0 % 100.0 % 100.0 % 58.6 63.9 65.8 63.4 41.4 36.1 34.2 36.6 26.5 26.4 28.1 27.9 0.7 3.4 0.3 1.4 0.1 0.1 14.1 6.2 5.7 7.2 2.7 3.2 3.3 3.5 1.6 0.7 0.1 9.9 3.0 1.7 3.6 2.0 0.7 0.6 0.9 7.9 % 2.3 % 1.2 % 2.7 % 2020 2019 851,996 118,387 1,170,504 1,423,367 69,663 73,223 24,232 26,968 2,116,395 1,641,945 1,772,473 1,733,717 (1,356,945 ) (1,301,785 ) 415,528 431,932 1,542,059 1,613,527 94,290 94,290 58,666 5,043 18,825 38,075 17,558 20,267 4,263,321 3,845,079 895,200 658,182 452,669 374,120 321,868 303,023 16,700 24,900 48,064 22,520 1,734,501 1,382,745 2,483,702 2,649,756 1,314,987 1,374,555 120,061 69,853 5,653,251 5,476,909 9,908 9,850 22,956 1,245 (1,398,497 ) (1,620,009 ) (24,297 ) (22,916 ) (1,389,930 ) (1,631,830 ) 4,263,321 3,845,079 2020 2019 39,860 90,943 241,040 244,258 95,382 94,025 19,759 18,664 2,757 3,509 5,036 480 (195 ) 9,388 48,332 3,500 (289 ) (9,984 ) (101 ) 22,044 1,316 (74,009 ) (316,220 ) (7,377 ) (14,445 ) 13,368 30,684 790 (4,728 ) (207,334 ) (225,951 ) 414,286 162,222 11,217 8,441 97,539 (10,471 ) 3,660 (18,318 ) 26,900 (751 ) 712,860 106,367 (79,545 ) (89,632 ) 875 (78,670 ) (89,632 ) (1,103 ) (107,908 ) (541,775 ) (18,675 ) (510,000 ) 500,000 375,000 600,000 11,100 (600,000 ) (11,100 ) (24,267 ) (8,158 ) 105 506 (118 ) (192,158 ) (144,235 ) 442,032 (127,500 ) 409,964 245,887 851,996 118,387 2020 2019 2020 2019 413,111 108,475 712,860 106,367 (79,498 ) (81,397 ) (241,040 ) (244,258 ) (31,292 ) (31,295 ) (95,382 ) (94,025 ) (6,571 ) (6,658 ) (19,759 ) (18,664 ) (875 ) (970 ) (2,757 ) (3,509 ) (5,036 ) (349 ) (67 ) (480 ) 195 (9,388 ) (41,376 ) (9,388 ) (48,332 ) (3,500 ) (2,690 ) 10,023 289 9,984 101 (22,044 ) (161 ) (22,044 ) (1,316 ) (149,282 ) 72,131 (279,040 ) 389,537 111,122 28,705 39,860 90,943 37,370 38,781 112,233 116,274 28,284 8,324 18,836 28,615 31,292 31,295 95,382 94,025 (144 ) (297 ) (1,426 ) (2,012 ) 207,924 106,808 264,885 327,845 632 19,158 22,044 161 22,044 1,316 6,571 6,658 19,759 18,664 9,388 41,376 9,388 48,332 (6,775 ) 45,711 667 1,683 5,537 5,175 184 1,402 1,528 4,370 1,226 174 1,675 242 8 192 (322 ) 659 96 478 907 (469 ) 9,240 14,149 5,569 1,981 1,788 7,644 4,489 253,186 160,720 412,063 416,192 2020 2019 2020 2019 198,951 76,049 191,547 240,079 9,388 41,376 9,388 48,332 (6,775 ) 45,711 5,569 201,564 117,425 246,646 293,980 111,122 28,705 39,860 90,943 9,388 41,376 9,388 48,332 (6,775 ) 45,711 5,569 5,036 22,044 161 22,044 1,316 1,748 (6,489 ) (10,139 ) (19,348 ) (14,232 ) 129,290 60,103 97,655 138,712 0.74 0.19 0.27 0.58 0.06 0.27 0.06 0.31 (0.05 ) 0.31 0.04 0.03 0.15 0.15 0.01 0.01 (0.04 ) (0.07 ) (0.13 ) (0.09 ) 0.86 0.40 0.66 0.89 2020 2019 2020 2019 1,275 1,262 1,274 1,258 1 13 6 21 1 5 7 13 (3 ) (1 ) (7 ) (5 ) (2 ) (5 ) (8 ) (13 ) 1,272 1,274 1,272 1,274 $ 916 $ 1,069 $ 916 $ 1,069 16.3 % (2.2 )% 0.6 % (1.7 )% 16.3 % (2.1 )% 0.8 % (1.4 )%

The Michaels Companies Announces Third Quarter Fiscal 2020 Results Net Sales increase of 15.1% to $1.406 billion; Comparable Store Sales increase of 16.3%; including e-commerce growth of 128.0% Operating Income increase of 161.6% to $199.0 million; Adjusted Operating Income increase of 71.7% to $201.6 million Net Cash Flow from Operations of $413.1 million for the quarter; Free Cash Flow of $380 million for the quarter and $633 million on a year-to-date basis Company announces special bonus to be paid in the fourth quarter for team members totaling approximately $10 million

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Halper Sadeh LLP, a global investor rights law firm, is investigating whether the sale of Athene Holding Ltd. (NYSE: ATH) to Apollo Global Management, Inc. is fair to Athene shareholders. Under the terms of the transaction, each outstanding Class A common share of Athene will be exchanged for a fixed ratio of 1.149 shares of Apollo common stock. Halper Sadeh encourages Athene shareholders to click here to learn more about their legal rights and options or contact Daniel Sadeh or Zachary Halper at (212) 763-0060 or sadeh@halpersadeh.com or zhalper@halpersadeh.com. The investigation concerns whether Athene and its board of directors violated the federal securities laws and/or breached their fiduciary duties to shareholders by failing to, among other things: (1) obtain the best possible consideration for Athene shareholders; (2) determine whether Apollo is underpaying for Athene; and (3) disclose all material information necessary for Athene shareholders to adequately assess and value the merger consideration. On behalf of Athene shareholders, Halper Sadeh LLP may seek increased consideration for shareholders, additional disclosures and information concerning the proposed transaction, or other relief and benefits. Halper Sadeh encourages Athene shareholders to click here to learn more about their legal rights and options or contact Daniel Sadeh or Zachary Halper at (212) 763-0060 or sadeh@halpersadeh.com or zhalper@halpersadeh.com. Halper Sadeh LLP represents investors all over the world who have fallen victim to securities fraud and corporate misconduct. Our attorneys have been instrumental in implementing corporate reforms and recovering millions of dollars on behalf of defrauded investors. Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

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ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates, Dec. 14,2020 /PRNewswire/ -- For high-resolution imagery and video, please click here During Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2020, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi's premier leisure and entertainment hub, celebrated and rewarded frontline workers to thank them for all they have done and continue to do during the Covid-19 pandemic. To view the Multimedia News Release, please click: https://www.multivu.com/players/uk/8827051-yas-island-abu-dhabi-honours-frontline-workers/ Six hundred passes to the F1 racing event were issued to frontline workers and their families over the course of three days to witness the action live on the island, while Etihad Airways performed its breathtaking fly-past at the circuit as part of the overall celebration. Demonstrating Yas Island's eternal thanks to the frontline heroes, Abu Dhabi Hill at Yas Marina Circuit was renamed 'Frontline Heroes Hill.'In a further mark of thanks and respect, the UAE's amazing heroes and their families were given exclusive access passes to choose from and enjoy one of Yas Island's record-breaking theme parks including Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld and Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi. Commenting on her experience, Reycel Tanate, an NMC Royal Hospital nurse from the Philippines and in charge of managing 118 nurses across 26 different clinics, said, 'My family and I were so excited to visit Yas Island to watch the F1 races and experience Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, and we're thankful to have this opportunity to enjoy our time together.' Also in attendance was Kiran Kumar Karri, an NMC Royal Hospital Facility Operations Manager from India and managing operations across three hospitals, who said, 'It has been a tough year for all of us, and my family and I weren't expecting this, we're so grateful to Yas Island for this opportunity to watch the exciting races and enjoy one of Yas Island's award-winning theme parks. It made us feel like celebrities.' Signaling Yas Island's appreciation of frontline workers to the world, the destination's award-winning theme parks, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi and CLYMB Abu Dhabi, along with Yas Marina Circuit, Yas Mall, Radisson Blu Hotel Abu Dhabi Yas Island, Crowne Plaza Abu Dhabi - Yas Island, Yas Island Rotana and W Abu Dhabi Yas Island have all been lit up blue for the duration of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. About Yas Island, Abu Dhabi: Yas Island in Abu Dhabi. Yas Island (www.yasisland.ae) is one of the world's fastest growing leisure and entertainment destinations, located on the golden shores of Abu Dhabi - just 20 minutes from downtown Abu Dhabi and 50 minutes from Dubai. Yas Island offers holiday makers a diverse mix of award-winning leisure and entertainment experiences, from one-of-a-kind theme parks, world-class shopping and superb dining, to a links golf course, exciting water and motor sports, and the most enjoyable musical and family events all within the 25 sq km Island. Today, Yas Island is home to the award-winning theme parks Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, the record-breaking CLYMB Abu Dhabi, Yas Marina Circuit (home to the FORMULA 1 ETIHAD AIRWAYS ABU DHABI GRAND PRIXTM), Yas Marina, Yas Links golf course, as well as Abu Dhabi's largest mall, more than 160 dining experiences, seven hotels, and indoor and outdoor concert venues - all of which are complemented by a range of visitor services that connect all attractions to one another. Website www.yasisland.ae Social Media Handles: https://www.facebook.com/yasisland https://twitter.com/yasisland https://www.instagram.com/yasisland/ https://www.youtube.com/user/yasislandae MEDIA CONTACTS:Experience HubHaneen Sasa[emailprotected] +971 50 322 9344 Four Communications[emailprotected]+971 (0)52 893 2016 Photo - https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/1385032/Yas_Island_illuminated.jpg SOURCE Yas Island

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AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Phunware, Inc. (NASDAQ: PHUN) (the Company), a fully-integrated enterprise cloud platform for mobile that provides products, solutions, data and services for brands worldwide, announced today it will make available the features of an integrated solution it developed in collaboration with Cisco Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: CSCO) to monitor and track room occupancy via Cisco Webex Room Series. As a strategic investor and valued channel partner, Cisco is a natural fit to further integrate their cutting-edge hardware with our patented software to enhance our Smart Workplace solution for global customers worldwide, said Randall Crowder, COO of Phunware. With certified integrations like Cisco Webex, our cloud platform for mobile provides a more comprehensive and seamless user experience that will help enterprise customers return to work in a safe, responsible and auditable manner for a post-pandemic environment. Phunwares room presence capabilities now available in its Smart Workplace solution were designed to support Ciscos vision for a three-dimensional cognitive workspace by integrating Phunwares Multiscreen-as-a-Service (MaaS) platform with Cisco Webex Room Kits. Features and capabilities include, but are not be limited to: Click here to learn more about Phunwares Multiscreen-as-a-Service (MaaS) platform and how it can facilitate not just a three-dimensional cognitive workspace for any Smart Workplace, but also true digital transformation in a mobile-first world. Safe Harbor Clause and Forward-Looking Statements This press release includes forward-looking statements. All statements other than statements of historical facts contained in this press release, including statements regarding our future results of operations and financial position, business strategy and plans, and our objectives for future operations, are forward-looking statements. The words anticipate, believe, continue, could, estimate, expect, expose, intend, may, might, opportunity, plan, possible, potential, predict, project, should, will, would and similar expressions that convey uncertainty of future events or outcomes are intended to identify forward-looking statements, but the absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. The forward-looking statements contained in this press release are based on our current expectations and beliefs concerning future developments and their potential effects on us. Future developments affecting us may not be those that we have anticipated. These forward-looking statements involve a number of risks, uncertainties (some of which are beyond our control) and other assumptions that may cause actual results or performance to be materially different from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, those factors described under the heading Risk Factors in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including our reports on Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K and other filings that we make with the SEC from time to time. Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should any of our assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary in material respects from those projected in these forward-looking statements. We undertake no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as may be required under applicable securities laws. These risks and others described under Risk Factors in our SEC filings may not be exhaustive. By their nature, forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties because they relate to events and depend on circumstances that may or may not occur in the future. We caution you that forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and that our actual results of operations, financial condition and liquidity, and developments in the industry in which we operate may differ materially from those made in or suggested by the forward-looking statements contained in this press release. In addition, even if our results or operations, financial condition and liquidity, and developments in the industry in which we operate are consistent with the forward-looking statements contained in this press release, those results or developments may not be indicative of results or developments in subsequent periods. About Phunware, Inc. Everything You Need to Succeed on Mobile Transforming Digital Human Experience Phunware, Inc. (NASDAQ: PHUN), is the pioneer of Multiscreen-as-a-Service (MaaS), an award-winning, fully integrated enterprise cloud platform for mobile that provides companies the products, solutions, data and services necessary to engage, manage and monetize their mobile application portfolios and audiences globally at scale. Phunwares Software Development Kits (SDKs) include location-based services, mobile engagement, content management, messaging, advertising, loyalty (PhunCoin & Phun) and analytics, as well as a mobile application framework of pre-integrated iOS and Android software modules for building in-house or channel-based mobile application and vertical solutions. Phunware helps the worlds most respected brands create category-defining mobile experiences, with more than one billion active devices touching its platform each month. 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RESTON, Va., Feb. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Ellucian,the leading provider of software and services built to power higher education, today opened registration for Ellucian Live, the company's annual user conference. This year's virtual event will be held April 12-14 with attendees able to network, learn and engage with each other in a 3-D online experience. Registration is now open for Ellucian Live 2021, April 12-14. For more information or to register, visit: https://www.ellucian.com/ellucianlive "As this year's theme highlights, now more than ever, the higher education community is leading the way through a time of great uncertainty to re-build and re-imagine a better future for today's students and we are honored to be a part of this accelerated digital transformation," said Laura Ipsen, President and CEO, Ellucian. "With an exciting lineup of keynotes, main stage customer and track sessions, we're building off the incredible engagement from our 2020 online event with new, immersive ways to connect our community with meaningful opportunities to listen, learn and lead the way together during this year's Ellucian Live conference." Ellucian Live attendees will be able to customize their conference experience with content from 11 session tracks. In addition, on-demand content will be available to registrants outside of the live event content. The conference will include prominent panel discussions, fireside chats, product announcements, company and peer-led sessions, executive and special guest keynotes, an interactive exhibit hall, live Q&A and breakout meetings, networking opportunities and more. In 2020, Ellucian Live pivoted quickly to an online format, due to the pandemic. The event had more than 22,000 registrants and 160 sessions. For more information and registration details, visit: https://www.ellucian.com/ellucianlive.About EllucianEllucian is the market leader charting the digital future of higher education with a portfolio of cloud-ready technology solutions and services. From student recruitment to workforce analytics; from fundraising opportunities to alumni engagement; Ellucian's comprehensive suite of data-rich tools gives colleges and universities the information they need to lead with confidence.Working with a community of more than 2,700 customers in over 50 countries, Ellucian keeps innovating as higher education keeps evolving. Drawing on its comprehensive higher education business acumen and suite of services, Ellucian guides its customers through manageable, sustainable digital transformationso that every type of institution and student can thrive in today's fast-changing landscape. To find out what's next in higher education solutions and services, visit Ellucian atwww.ellucian.com.Media ContactLindsay Stanley[emailprotected] 703.915.7966SOURCE Ellucian Related Links https://www.ellucian.com

Registration Opens for Ellucian Live 2021, Industry's Top Global Technology Conference Theme of Now More Than Ever Underscores Innovation, Rapid Transformation of Higher Education

BALTIMORE, June 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of Healthy Vision Month this July, Versant Health has launched a new resource center providing tools that enable people to take command of their vision healthan important, but often overlooked, indicator of overall health and wellness. Designated by the National Eye Institute, Healthy Vision Month is dedicated to highlighting the importance of eye health and safety so that people can enjoy the wonders of sight throughout their lives. For the nearly 37 million Americansi living with vision issuesincluding cataracts, glaucoma, age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and moreunderstanding healthy vision habits can drastically improve day-to-day life and lower the risks of vision loss. Versant Health's Healthy Vision Month resource center includes infographics, blog posts, videos, whitepapers and eBooks on topics ranging from how to protect eyesight in various environments, to the importance of regular eye exams. The resource center also includes opportunities to join the #HealthyVisionMonth and #PowerOfHealthyVision conversations on social media. "We are proud to deliver a collection of tools this Healthy Vision Month that teach individuals how to protect their eyes and vision all year round," said Kirk Rothrock, Chief Executive Officer of Versant Health. "Sight is the sense that people most fear losing, above all others, and we aim to arm them with information that can help protect their eyes. The truth is that healthy vision starts with an annual eye examthe least-invasive, most cost-effective way to analyze eye health and detect more than 30 chronic health conditions." Explore the resources in Versant Health's Healthy Vision Month resource center at https://versanthealth.com/healthy-vision-month/. About Versant Health Versant Health is one of the nation's leading managed vision care companies serving nearly 34 million members nationwide. Through our Davis Vision plans and Superior Vision plans, we help members enjoy the wonders of Sight through healthy eyes and vision. Providing vision and eye health solutions that range from routine vision benefits to medical management, Versant Health has a unique visibility and scale across the total eye health value chain.As a result, members enjoy a seamless experience with access to one of the broadest provider networks in the industry and an exclusive frame collection.Commercial groups, individuals, third parties, and health plans that serve government-sponsored programs such as Medicaid and Medicare are among our valued customers. For more information visitversanthealth.com. i American Academy of Ophthalmology, "Eye Health Statistics," https://www.aao.org/newsroom/eye-health-statistics SOURCE Versant Health Related Links versanthealth.com

Versant Health Debuts New Eye Care Resource Center For Healthy Vision Month Resource center empowers visitors to take charge of eye health and preserve eyesight

SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Gainsight, the Customer Success Company, today announced the launch of Horizon Analytics, delivering robust new reporting and analytics capabilities to its industry-leading Customer Success software platform. Horizon Analytics aims to help users uncover faster insights, inform better business decisions with accurate and relevant reporting, and improve retention and growth by driving company-wide customer-centricity. As Customer Success continues to mature, everyone from CEOs to CSMs are leveraging more data points to optimize their operations, improve team performance, and measure their impact on Net Dollar Retention (NDR). Horizon Analytics helps businesses drive customer centricity, reduce churn and deliver better outcomes by delivering rich customer insights to teams and shareholders across the organization - from customer success and sales to marketing, product, engineering, key executives and board members. Customer Success used to be all about building the ship, hiring the crew, and sailing from shore. Now that theyve set sail, the new focus is on optimizing the route and navigation toward the destination. Horizon Analytics provides that data to help Customer Success navigate through that journey and stay focused on the horizon. - Karl Rumelhart, Chief Product Officer, Gainsight Rich customer analytics, made simple. Gainsight is redefining the way customer-centric organizations think about analytics for the customer journey. Horizon Analytics makes it easy for companies to unify and tap into the power of their customers data and allow them to uncover the insights needed to drive new levels of retention and growth. Capabilities include: At todays Gainsight Horizon Analytics Product Launch Event, the companys product leaders also announced additional capabilities including: About Gainsight: Gainsights innovative technology helps companies prevent churn by identifying at-risk customers, creating systematic processes to mitigate concerns, and efficiently ramping up engagement efforts. The companys Customer Cloud offers a powerful set of solutions focused on Customer Success, product experience, revenue optimization, and customer data, that together enable businesses to put the customer at the center of everything they do. Learn how leading companies like GE Digital, SAP Concur, and Box use Gainsight at www.gainsight.com.

Gainsight Announces Horizon Analytics New Capabilities Simplify How Businesses Can Unify and Leverage Customer Data, Make it Easy to Put Powerful Customer Analytics into the Hands of Every Stakeholder

MISSION, Kan., Nov. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- (Family Features) The holidays are a time when many come together to celebrate loved ones, practice family traditions, express gratitude and share gifts. This year, many have leaned on close friends and family for support and relied on the companionship of their furry family members as well. Continue Reading Photo courtesy of Adobe Stock Photo courtesy of Adobe Stock Photo courtesy of Adobe Stock Photo courtesy of Cesar While the holidays will look different this year, pet parents can still have their furry friends by their side all season long. Celebrate the holidays with your pet and "twin" with festive "12 Days of Twinning" ideas from the CESAR brand, known for inspiring shared moments between pets and pet parents, and learn more at cesar.com. Savor Time OutdoorsMany neighborhoods and shops celebrate the holidays with decorations and displays. To take in all the holiday season has to offer, bring your pup along for a walk. Whether viewing festive lights in your neighborhood or taking in the decorative window displays in town, it can be a simple way to get your hearts pumping while taking in the season. Modify Holiday TraditionsWhatever your holiday tradition, adding a spin to include your pup can help ensure your whole family is included in the fun. If you're spending a night baking cookies, consider preparing a pet-friendly batch. As many families enjoy meals together with sentimental recipes, it's also an opportunity to include your pet in the occasion with an option like CESARHOME DELIGHTS food, which are a tasty choice for dogs that offer gourmet recipes like pot roast and slow-cooked chicken with vegetables to help you twin with your pup during mealtime. Commemorate Holiday Memories To help you reflect on the time you've spent this holiday season for years to come, remember to snap festive photos of you with your family including your furry family members. To add even more fun, consider twinning with your pets through matching outfits or accessories to take your holiday spirit to the next level. Create Shared Moments Worth Remembering To help inspire shared moments between pet parents and their pups, the 12 Days of Twinning program from the CESAR brand features a limited-edition holiday calendar with festive accessories and experiences to help pets and their parents share in the joy of the holiday spirit all season long. Follow along on social at @cesarcuisine and share your own holiday twinning moments with #12DaysofTwinning.SOURCE Family Features Editorial Syndicate Related Links http://www.familyfeatures.com

4 Ways to Include Your Furry Friends in Holiday Festivities

NEW YORK, Aug. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Attorney Advertising -- Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC notifies investors that a class action lawsuit has been filed against STAAR Surgical Company("STAAR" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: STAA) and certain of its officers, on behalf of shareholders who purchased or otherwise acquired STAARsecurities betweenFebruary 26, 2020 through August 10, 2020,both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"). Such investors are encouraged to join this case by visiting the firm's site: www.bgandg.com/staa. This class action seeks to recover damages against Defendants for alleged violations of the federal securities laws under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. The complaint alleges that throughout the Class Period, Defendants made materially false and misleading and/or failed to disclose that material adverse facts. Specifically the complaint alleges that defendants were overstating and/or mischaracterizing: (1) its sales and growth in China; (2) its marketing spend; (3) its research and development expenses; and that as a result of the foregoing, (4) Defendants' public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times. On August 11, 2020, research firmJ Capitalpublished a report that called into question STAAR's representations with respect to its purported success in the Chinese market, accusing the Company of overstating its sales in China by at least one-third (or $21.6 million). Citing over 75 interviews with former employees, site visits to China and Switzerland, and an extensive review of public documents, theJ Capitalreport asserted that STAAR has reported fake sales revenues by overstating sales and then marking up actual marketing costs to hide "phantom" revenue. On this news, STAAR's stock price fell $3.17 per share, or 6.16%, to close at $48.25 per share on August 11, 2020. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to review a copy of the Complaint you can visit the firm's site: www.bgandg.com/staaor you may contact Peretz Bronstein, Esq. or his Investor Relations Analyst, Yael Hurwitz of Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC at 212-697-6484. If you suffered a loss in STAARyou have until October 19, 2020 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff. Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC is a corporate litigation boutique. Our primary expertise is the aggressive pursuit of litigation claims on behalf of our clients. In addition to representing institutions and other investor plaintiffs in class action security litigation, the firm's expertise includes general corporate and commercial litigation, as well as securities arbitration. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes. Contact:Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLCPeretz Bronstein or Yael Hurwitz 212-697-6484 | [emailprotected] SOURCE Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC Related Links https://www.bgandg.com/

STAA SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC Notifies STAAR Surgical Company of Class Action and Encourages Investors to Contact the Firm

BORDEAUX, France & BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News: IMPLANET (Paris:ALIMP) (Euronext Growth: ALIMP, FR0013470168, eligible for PEA-PME equity savings plans), a medical technology company specializing in vertebral and knee-surgery implants, today announces the regulatory approval by Cofepris1 of its products based on the JAZZ Spine product range and the signing of a distribution contract with Novovascular Technologies for the marketing of these products in the Mexican market. Novovascular Technologies, a company that specializes in offering innovative products to health professionals, will have the commercial rights to the JAZZ platform in Mexico. This distribution agreement will allow Implanet to enter the Mexican spine market, the largest Central American market, estimated to be worth 60 million dollars2. The Mexican market was considered as a priority by Implanet in its internationalization plan, particularly due to the interest of the sub-laminar fixation technique resulting from the Luqu clinical experience in the treatment of spinal deformities. Implanet distributes its products either directly or via strong partnerships with high-quality distributors in more than 15 countries around the world. This new partnership further strengthens its sales potential overseas, complementing its already well-established activity in Brazil. Ludovic Lastennet, CEO of Implanet, commented: The signing of this new distribution partnership, following the approval of our products by Cofepris, finally allows us to be present in Mexico, the largest market in Central America. Mexico has historical ties to the sublaminar fixation technique used by our JAZZ platform. The approval of our products in this geographical region thus represents a significant breakthrough and allows Implanet to expand its global distribution network, in keeping with its commercial and regulatory strategy. Thanks to the signing of this contract, Implanet is continuing to implement its objective of forming strong distribution partnerships, a model that has already proven effective, as recently illustrated in the United States with the recent clearance of the Mariner Cap by SeaSpine. Sergio Rangel, General Manager of Novovascular Technologies, added: Adding the JAZZ platform to our range of products is perfectly in line with our strategy that aims to provide surgeons and their patients with innovative products recognized for their clinical value on a global level. We are delighted with this partnership with Implanet and look forward to starting marketing its products in early 2021. Upcoming financial event: - 2020 annual revenue, Tuesday January 19, 2021 after market close3 About IMPLANET Founded in 2007, Implanet is a medical technology company that manufactures high-quality implants for orthopedic surgery. Its activity revolves around two product ranges, the latest generation JAZZ implant, designed to improve the treatment of spinal pathologies requiring vertebral fusion surgery, and the MADISON implant designed for first-line prosthetic knee surgery. Implanets tried-and-tested orthopedic platform is based on product traceability. Protected by four families of international patents, JAZZ and MADISON have obtained 510(k) regulatory clearance from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the United States, the CE mark as well as the ANVISA authorization in Brazil. Implanet employs 36 staff and recorded 2019 sales of 7.4 million. For further information, please visit www.implanet.com. Based near Bordeaux in France, Implanet established a US subsidiary in Boston in 2013. Implanet is listed on Euronext Growth market in Paris. The Company would like to remind that the table for monitoring the equity line (OCA, OCAPI, BSA) and the number of shares outstanding, is available on its website: http://www.implanet-invest.com/suivi-des-actions-80 ----------------------------------------- 1 Cofepris(Comisin Federal para la Proteccin contra Riesgos Sanitarios i.e. the Federal Committee for the Protection from Sanitary Risks in Mexico) 2 Source : Millenium Research Group 3 Subject to modification

Implanet Signs Distribution Agreement for Its JAZZ Platform Products in Mexico Distribution network extended to Mexico, the largest Central American market Novovascular Technologies will market the JAZZ Spine range

SILVER SPRING, Md., March 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued warning letters to two companies for selling products labeled as containing cannabidiol (CBD) in ways that violate the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act). Specifically, the warning letters address the illegal marketing of unapproved drugs labeled as containing CBD. The FDA has not approved any over-the-counter (OTC) drugs containing CBD, and none of these products meet the requirements to be legally marketed without an approved new drug application. The letters explain that, as CBD has known pharmacological effects on humans, with demonstrated risks, it cannot be legally marketed as an inactive ingredient in OTC drug products that are not reviewed and approved by the FDA. Additionally, the letters cite substandard manufacturing practices, including failure to comply with current good manufacturing practices. "The FDA continues to alert the public to potential safety and efficacy concerns with unapproved CBD products sold online and in stores across the country," said FDA Principal Deputy Commissioner Amy Abernethy, M.D., Ph.D. "It's important that consumers understand that the FDA has only approved one drug containing CBD as an ingredient. These other, unapproved, CBD products may have dangerous health impacts and side effects. We remain focused on exploring potential pathways for CBD products to be lawfully marketed while also educating the public about these outstanding questions of CBD's safety. Meanwhile, we will continue to monitor and take action, as needed, against companies that unlawfully market their products prioritizing those that pose a risk to public health." The FDA issued warning letters to: Honest Globe Inc. Biolyte Laboratories LLC The products that are the subject of the warning letters issued today have not gone through the FDA drug approval process and are considered unapproved new drugs. There has been no FDA evaluation of whether these unapproved drug products are effective for the uses manufacturers claim, what an appropriate dose might be, how they could interact with FDA-approved drugs or other products or whether they have dangerous side effects or other safety concerns. The FDA has previously sent warning letters to other companies illegally selling unapproved CBD products that claimed to prevent, diagnose, mitigate, treat or cure various diseases, in violation of the FD&C Act. Under the FD&C Act, any product intended to diagnose, cure, mitigate, treat or prevent a disease, and any product (other than a food) that is intended to affect the structure or function of the body of humans, is a drug. OTC drugs must be approved by the FDA or meet the requirements for marketing without an approved new drug application under federal law, including drug products containing CBD, regardless of whether CBD is represented on the labeling as an active ingredient or an inactive ingredient. The FDA has not approved any CBD-containing drug products other than one prescription drug for the treatment of seizures associated with tuberous sclerosis complex, Lennox-Gastaut syndrome and Dravet syndrome in human patients. The FDA has requested written responses from these companies within 15 working days stating how they will address these violations or providing their reasoning and supporting information as to why they believe these products are not in violation of the law. Failure to adequately address the violations promptly may result in legal action, including product seizure and/or injunction. Additional Resources: What You Need to Know (And What We're Working to Find Out) About Products Containing Cannabis or Cannabis-derived Compounds, Including Cannabidiol (CBD) FDA is Committed to Sound, Science-based Policy on CBD FDA Regulation of Cannabis and Cannabis-Derived Products, Including Cannabidiol (CBD) Media Contact: Shirley Simson, (301) 796-8671 Consumer Inquiries: Email, 888-INFO-FDA The FDA, an agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, protects the public health by assuring the safety, effectiveness, and security of human and veterinary drugs, vaccines and other biological products for human use, and medical devices. The agency also is responsible for the safety and security of our nation's food supply, cosmetics, dietary supplements, products that give off electronic radiation, and for regulating tobacco products. SOURCE U.S. Food and Drug Administration Related Links http://www.fda.gov

FDA Warns Companies Illegally Selling Over-the-Counter CBD Products for Pain Relief Products Listing CBD as Inactive Ingredient Cited for Unapproved Drug and Misbranding Violations

SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Synergy, Inc., a second-generation and family-owned construction company, recently announced plans to expand its business and focus on modular construction, affordable housing, senior housing and assisted living, and other real estate development projects in the mixed-use and multi-family markets. The commercial general contractor is a market leader in modular construction through its Synergy Modular brand, with a large focus on affordable housing and market-rate multi-family housing. Synergy Modular was created to address the challenges of labor shortages and rising costs in the affordable housing market. Using advanced off-site construction methods and innovative processes, the company has found success where others have failed in developing and building affordable housing as well as market-rate multi-family, student, and senior housing. Synergy, Inc. offers a wide variety of construction, development, and financing services that complement the off-site and modular construction businesses. Aside from housing, the company also manages large commercial projects for financial institutions and healthcare companies, among others. Our mission is to leverage our decades of experience, proven best practices, advanced off-site and modular construction technologies, and development acumen to create an industry-leading real estate company and solve the affordable housing crisis in America, said Justin Stewart, CEO of Synergy, Inc. Advanced offsite and modular construction methods are the biggest trends in the industry today, but many developers struggle to find the right solution and appropriate budget for their projects. Synergy, Inc. has introduced a one-stop, comprehensive feasibility package that pairs the companys industry-leading expertise with top architects. More information on this optimized, turn-key solution is available at www.synergymodularfeasibility.com. With offices in Seattle, Scottsdale, and Austin, Synergy, Inc. manages projects throughout the western United States. The company currently has active projects in Washington, California, Arizona, and Texas and is expanding into other states with the right strategic partners. The company is committed to operational excellence and innovation in offsite construction methods and plans to lead the next generation of mixed-use, multi-family, and commercial general contracting, renovations, and specialty projects. More information is available at synergyi.com.

Synergy, Inc. Expands with Focus on Mixed-Use, Multi-Family and Modular Construction Company continues market leadership in using technology to solve affordable housing crisis

WALTHAM, Mass. and LONDON, April 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Zixi, the industry leader for enabling dependable, live broadcast-quality video over any-IP, and award winning architect of the Software-Defined Video Platform (SDVP), today announced a partnership and integration with Irdeto, the world leader in digital platform security, protecting platforms and applications for video entertainment, video games, connected transport and IoT connected industries. Irdeto has integrated the Zixi SDVP in to Irdeto TraceMark, a cloud-based managed service that embeds an invisible, unique forensic watermark into the live content to identify the content distribution channel for broadcast security. Zixi live streams are ingested and transcoded, then Irdeto TraceMark watermarking is applied in real-time before being packaged and distributed to downstream workflows. Irdeto TraceMark is a fully automated solution that watermarks a wide range of assets in a centralized and consistent way, replacing disparate visual marking methods and legacy manual workflows. Discovering whether watermarked content has been leaked is the other half of the equation. Combining Irdeto TraceMark with Irdeto's Online Piracy Detection service enables immediate detection of any content leaks and tracks watermarked content to the source, enabling the rapid implementation of countermeasures. Irdeto TraceMark and associated services facilitate identification of the source of pirated content, immediately shut down illegal services and investigate and prosecute commercial violators. "As the industry continues to quickly migrate to transmission of live video over IP, customers are insisting on using the Zixi SDVP for its proven broadcast-quality and ultra-low latency," said Steeve Huin, VP of Strategic Partnerships, Business Development and Marketing at Irdeto. "As the pioneer of live video transport over IP, Zixi has earned theabsolute trust of the industry so we are excited to establish the integration with Irdeto TraceMark." "Zixi and Irdeto have the same reputation for providing quality, innovative video solutions to media and entertainment customers so we are very proud to provide this integration to the market," said John Wastcoat, SVP Alliances, Zixi. "Their customers are our customers, the world's biggest content creators and broadcasters with the most valuable content that needs the reliable protection that Irdeto has provided for 50-years." Irdeto and Zixi will demonstrate their joint offering on Thursday, April 30th at 11 AM EST/4 PM UK as part of Zixi's two weekZixi Powered! virtual showcase being run in lieu of NAB 2020. To register for the webinar please visit Live Video Content Protection with Irdeto and Zixi About ZixiZixi provides a cloud based and on-premise Software-Defined Video Platform that enables reliable broadcast-quality video delivery over any IP network, any protocol, any cloud provider and any edge device. The company offers technologies for broadcasters, enterprises, over-the-top video providers, and mobile service providers around the world. The Zixi Platform makes it easy and economical for media companies to source, manage, localize, and distribute live events and 24/7 live linear channels in broadcast QoS, securely and at scale, using any form of IP network or Hybrid IP environments. Zixi provides enhanced control in large complex networks with ZEN Master, a live video orchestration and telemetry control plane that provides visual tools to configure, orchestrate, and monitor live broadcast channels and events across industry protocols. Over 10+ years, the Zixi Enabled Network (ZEN) has grown to over 180 OEM and service providers and serves well over 700 customers representing most of the top media brands around the world with 20,000+ channels delivered daily.www.zixi.com About Irdeto Irdeto is the world leader in digital platform security, protecting platforms and applications for video entertainment, video games, connected transport, connected health and IoT connected industries. Irdeto's solutions and services enable customers to protect their revenue, create new offerings and fight cybercrime effectively. With more than 50 years of expertise in security, Irdeto's software security technology and cyberservices protect more than five billion devices and applications for some of the world's best-known and loved brands. With a unique heritage in security innovation, Irdeto is the well-established and reliable partner to build a secure future where people can embrace connectivity without fear. Please visit Irdeto at www.irdeto.com. For more information, contact: Zixi: [emailprotected] Amy Swallow, Bubble Agency, +44 (0) 7872 831167, [emailprotected] Denise Williams, Bubble Agency, +1 (0)503 806 0755, [emailprotected] Irdeto Sabrina Orlov [emailprotected] SOURCE Zixi Related Links http://zixi.com

Zixi Announces Irdeto TraceMark Content Protection Integration Joint Software Based Solution for the Embedded Invisible Forensic Watermarking of Live Video

PHILADELPHIA, April 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --CARISMA Therapeutics Inc., a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering and developing innovative immunotherapies, today announced it has established a multi-year scientific collaboration withBruce Blazar, MD, Regents Professor of Pediatrics, Division of Blood and Marrow Transplantation and Cellular Therapy at theUniversity of Minnesota to investigate and develop allogeneic macrophage therapies. Allogeneic macrophage therapies may prove successful in providing a solution forged in cell therapy to a broader population of patients, further extending the potential benefits of CARISMA's CAR-Macrophage (CAR-M) platform beyond oncology and into other disease states with unmet clinical needs. "The collaboration with Dr. Blazar marks the initiation of the development of allogeneic, universal donor derived monocyte and macrophage cell therapies at CARISMA," said Michael Klichinsky, PharmD, PhD, Scientific Co-Founder and Senior Vice President of Research at CARISMA Therapeutics. "The focus of this multi-year collaboration will be optimizing and developing iPSC derived allogeneic chimeric antigen receptor macrophages, further expanding the potential of macrophage-based cell therapy for cancer and other diseases." The announcement follows the recent dosing of the first patient in CARISMA's Phase 1 multi-center clinical trial for CT-0508, a human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2) targeted CAR-M. It is the first time CAR-engineered macrophages are being studied in humans. "For more than 35 years, I have focused on transplantation immunobiology in my lab in order to develop new therapies that may improve patient health," said Dr. Blazar. "I look forward to working with the company to develop allogeneic CAR-Ms to help patients with hard-to-treat cancers and other severe diseases." About CARISMA Therapeutics Inc. CARISMA Therapeutics Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing a differentiated and proprietary cell therapy platform focused on engineered macrophages, cells that play a crucial role in both the innate and adaptive immune response. The first applications of the platform, developed in collaboration with the University of Pennsylvania, are autologous chimeric antigen receptor (CAR)-macrophages for the treatment of solid tumors. CARISMA Therapeutics is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. For more information, please visit www.carismatx.com Media Contact: Christina Khoury-Folkens (929) 299-5962 [emailprotected] SOURCE CARISMA Therapeutics Inc.

CARISMA Therapeutics Establishes Collaboration with Leading Cell Therapy Expert to Explore and Develop Allogeneic CAR-Macrophages

DUBLIN, April 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Global Bread Improvers Market Analysis & Trends - Industry Forcast to 2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The Global Bread Improvers Market is poised to grow strong during the forecast period 2018 to 2028.Some of the prominent trends that the market is witnessing include rising demand for convenience food products, massive intake of bread and bakery related items, and growing consumers perception on seeking high-quality products. This industry report analyzes the market estimates and forecasts of all the given segments on global as well as regional levels presented in the research scope. The study provides historical market data for 2015, 2016 revenue estimations are presented for 2017 and forecasts from 2018 till 2028. The study focuses on market trends, leading players, supply chain trends, technological innovations, key developments, and future strategies.With comprehensive market assessment across the major geographies such as North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East, Latin America and Rest of the world the report is a valuable asset for the existing players, new entrants and the future investors.The study presents detailed market analysis with inputs derived from industry professionals across the value chain. A special focus has been made on 23 countries such as U.S., Canada, Mexico, U.K., Germany, Spain, France, Italy, China, Brazil, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, etc.Report Highlights The report provides a detailed analysis on current and future market trends to identify the investment opportunities Market forecasts till 2028, using estimated market values as the base numbers Key market trends across the business segments, Regions and Countries Key developments and strategies observed in the market Market Dynamics such as Drivers, Restraints, Opportunities and other trends In-depth company profiles of key players and upcoming prominent players Growth prospects among the emerging nations through 2028 Market opportunities and recommendations for new investments Key Topics Covered 1 Market Outline 1.1 Research Methodology 1.2 Market Trends 1.3 Regulatory Factors 1.4 Application Analysis 1.5 End User Analysis 1.6 Strategic Benchmarking 1.7 Opportunity Analysis 2 Executive Summary 3 Market Overview 3.1 Current Trends 3.1.1 Rising Demand for Convenience Food Products 3.1.2 Massive Intake of Bread and Bakery Related Items 3.1.3 Growing Consumers Perception on Seeking High-quality Products 3.1.4 Growth Opportunities/Investment Opportunities 3.2 Drivers 3.3 Constraints 3.4 Industry Attractiveness 4 Bread Improvers Market, By Form 4.1 Liquid4.2 Powder4.3 Granular4.4 Semi-Liquid (Paste)5 Bread Improvers Market, By Ingredient5.1 Reducing Agents5.2 Enzymes5.3 Oxidizing Agents5.4 Emulsifiers5.5 Other Ingredients5.5.1 Benzoyl Peroxide5.5.2 Chlorine5.5.3 Calcium Peroxide5.5.4 Nitrogen Dioxide5.5.5 Oxygen5.5.6 Azodicarbonamide5.5.7 Hydrocolloids5.5.8 Bleaching Agents5.5.9 Whipping Agents5.5.10 Chlorine Dioxide6 Bread Improvers Market, By Type6.1 Organic6.2 Universal Type6.3 Inorganic6.4 Special Type7 Bread Improvers Market, By Application7.1 Cakes7.2 Viennoiseries7.3 Breads7.4 Other Applications7.4.1 Donuts7.4.2 Pies7.4.3 Biscuits7.4.4 Pizzas8 Bread Improvers Market, By End User8.1 Home Use8.2 Commercial Use9 Bread Improvers Market, By Geography9.1 North America9.1.1 US9.1.2 Canada9.1.3 Mexico9.2 Europe9.2.1 Germany9.2.2 U.K9.2.3 Italy9.2.4 France9.2.5 Spain9.2.6 Rest of Europe9.3 Asia Pacific9.3.1 China9.3.2 Japan9.3.3 India9.3.4 Australia9.3.5 New Zealand9.3.6 Rest of Asia Pacific9.4 Middle East9.4.1 Saudi Arabia9.4.2 UAE9.4.3 Rest of Middle East9.5 Latin America9.5.1 Argentina9.5.2 Brazil9.5.3 Rest of Latin America9.6 Rest of the World (RoW)9.6.1 South Africa9.6.2 Others 10 Key Player Activities 10.1 Acquisitions & Mergers 10.2 Agreements, Partnerships, Collaborations and Joint Ventures 10.3 Product Launch & Expansions 10.4 Other Activities 11 Leading Companies 11.1 Nutrex N.V.11.2 Fazer Group 11.3 E.I Du Pont De Numours and Company 11.4 Lallemand Inc. 11.5 Group Soufflet 11.6 Watson Inc. 11.7 Cain Food Industries 11.8 Corbion N.V.11.9 Bakels Worldwide 11.10 Archer Daniels Midland Company 11.11 Riken Vitamin Co. Ltd. 11.12 Royal DSM N.V. 11.13 PAK Holding 11.14 Kerry 11.15 Ireks GMBH 11.16 Oriental Yeast Co. Ltd. 11.17 Calpro Foods 11.18 AB Mauri 11.19 Associated British Foods PLC 11.20 Lesaffre For more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/vsuht0 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: 646-607-1904 Fax (outside U.S.): +353-1-481-1716 SOURCE Research and Markets Related Links http://www.researchandmarkets.com

Bread Improvers Industry, Forecast to 2028: Global Developments, Key Trends, Leading Players

NEW TAIPEI CITY, Taiwan, April 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Lanner Electronics, the global leader in Whitebox Solutions for Network Communications, Security, and Software Defined Networking (SDN), today announced that it has joined MEF, the world's leading industry forum of network, cloud and technology providers,to accelerate the development of Whitebox SolutionsforSD-WAN, Open RAN, MEC and SASE. By closely collaborating with over 200 leading global organizations, Lanner aims to deliver a full range of MEF 3.0-certified network appliances that address the industry's challenges in network disaggregation and ensure seamless interoperation for next-gen 5G communications. Continue Reading Lanner Electronics The trend of network disaggregation has driven the digital transformation for service providers, starting from uCPE, SD-WAN, to MEC and O-RAN. Since 2018, Lanner uCPE Platforms has been deployed in enterprises, retail chains, and distributed branches for more than 200,000 devices. With multiple successful deployment cases in diversified client environments, today Lanner is the leading hardware solution provider behind major SD-WAN services, providing pre-validated and pre-integrated white box appliances to ease the difficulties in rollout of virtualization services in a multi-vendor orchestration and VNF environment. MEF 3.0 Global Services Framework represents the most cutting-edge standards for defining, delivering, and certifying assured digital services, orchestrated across a global ecosystem of automated networks. MEF's SD-WAN and forthcoming SASE service standards and APIs provide an application-centric, policy-driven, high-performance Overlay Digital Service to enable a fully orchestrated fabric for service providers delivering new, revenue-generating digital services to the enterprise. "Joining the MEF with MEF 3.0-certified products is our next big step to ensure that features of Lanner Whitebox Solutions can be seamlessly synchronized with the leading service providers," said Jeans Tseng, CTO of Lanner Electronics. "MEF serves to facilitate implementation of new standards, build consensus and unite service providers and hardware equipment vendors. By defining architecture, protocols, and management of next-gen network virtualization technologies, MEF empowers Lanner to efficiently and cost-effectively deliver network appliances deployed for SD-WAN and SASE applications to the managed service providers on a global scale."About Lanner ElectronicsLanner Electronics Inc (TAIEX 6245) is a world leading provider of design, engineering and manufacturing services for advanced and customizable SDN and NFV network computing appliances for system integrators, service providers and application developers. Lanner possesses a wide range of network appliances including vCPE gateways designed for SD-WAN and SD-Security, as well as NEBS-compliant, NFVi-ready platforms with multiple processors, network I/O blades, and high availability features. For more information: www.lannerinc.com and follow us on LinkedIn.About MEFAn industry association of 200 member companies, MEF is driving development of a global federation of network, cloud, and technology providers supporting dynamic, assured, and certified network services that power enterprise digital transformation. MEF 3.0 services are designed to provide an on-demand, cloud-centric experience with user- and application-directed control over network resources and service capabilities. For more information: https://www.MEF.net and follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter @MEF_Forum.Media ContactBrian Chen+886-2-86926060SOURCE Lanner Electronics Related Links http://www.lannerinc.com

Lanner Becomes a Member of MEF to accelerate Edge Network Transformation for SD-WAN, O-RAN, MEC and SASE

DALLAS, Nov. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --On November 15, the Vision Impact Institute will join organizations around the world to commemorate the World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims. According to the World Health Organization, 1.35 million people died on the world's roads and 50 million were injured in 2018. Nearly 50% of those deaths are "vulnerable road users" - pedestrians, cyclists, and motorcyclists. While the causes of traffic accidents are numerous, poor vision on the road is a serious, and often underestimated, risk factor. Research suggests that vision is crucial to drivingas 90% of the information people need to drive passes through their eyes. For too many years, vision has not been included in the road safety conversation. Recently progress has been made. In April, the United Nations formulated recommendations to governments for enhancing national road systems in the framework of its 20212030 2nd UN Decade of Action for Road Safety Plan. This included a call to ensure that road users around the world have good vision. "We are so pleased to see vision included in the conversation on road safety," says Kristan Gross, Global Executive Director, Vision Impact Institute. "As we rebuild our economies, safer mobility will become even more important. We must ensure that all citizens have an equal chance to arrive at their workplaces, schools, and homes safely and good vision should play a significant role." ABOUT THE VISION IMPACT INSTITUTE (VII)The organization's mission is to raise awareness ofthe importance of vision correction and protection to make good vision a global priority. Its Advisory Board is comprised of six independent international experts: Pr. Kevin Frick(United States), Pr. Clare Gilbert (United Kingdom), Mr. Allyala Nandakumar (United States),Mr. Arun Bharat Ram (India), Dr. Serge Resnikoff (Switzerland),and Dr. Wang Wei (China). The VII is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, which receives support from the Vision for Life Fund from Essilor, the world leader in ophthalmic optics. The organization hosts a unique research database atvisionimpactinstitute.org. Contact:Andrea Kirsten-ColemanGlobal Communications Manager [emailprotected] SOURCE Vision Impact Institute Related Links http://visionimpactinstitute.org/

World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims: Vision Impact Institute Encourages Efforts to Link Good Vision to Safer Roads USA - English Espaa - espaol USA - English Brazil - Portugus Latin America - espaol Deutschland - Deutsch France - Franais Inclusion of vision in road safety conversation is crucial to reducing accidents.

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mr. Cooper Group Inc. (NASDAQ: COOP) today announced that Kurt Johnson, who has been with the company for five years and most recently served as the companys Chief Credit Officer, will now also lead risk and compliance for the organization as Executive Vice President and Chief Risk and Compliance Officer. With more than 20 years of experience in the mortgage industry, Johnson has led critical work for the company in setting risk related policy and governance. Most recently, he led the charge within the company and the industry on the mortgage relief options included in the CARES Act, working with government agencies to advocate for homeowners and ensure Mr. Cooper customers had solutions during the pandemic. In his expanded role, Johnson replaces Steve Covington, who has been with the company for nearly six years and recently served as Chief Risk and Compliance Officer, as he transitions into retirement in June. Johnson and Covington will work together to ensure a smooth transition over the coming months. Kurt is one of the most credible risk and policy experts in our industry, and I am confident he will continue to build upon the relationships the team has established with regulators and government officials in his expanded role, said Jay Bray, Chairman and CEO of Mr. Cooper Group. I would like to thank Steve for his leadership in building a best-in-class risk and compliance organization, which is a pillar strength for Mr. Cooper, and wish him the best in his well-deserved retirement. Prior to joining Mr. Cooper Group, Johnson spent six years as Executive Vice President at OneWest Bank. Earlier in his career, Johnson helped develop a streamline modification program that served as the template for the Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP). Johnson holds a bachelors degree in economics from Occidental College and a masters degree in business administration from Cornell University. At Mr. Cooper Group, risk management is an ongoing focus for the companys leadership, and that includes investing in world-class infrastructure, meeting regulatory and customer expectations, and making sound business decisions to ensure we remain a source of strength for the housing market in all environments, said Johnson. About Mr. Cooper Group Mr. Cooper Group Inc. (NASDAQ: COOP) provides quality servicing, origination and transaction-based services related principally to single-family residences throughout the United States with operations under its primary brands: Mr. Cooper and Xome. Mr. Cooper is one of the largest home loan servicers in the country focused on delivering a variety of servicing and lending products, services and technologies. Xome provides technology and data enhanced solutions to homebuyers, home sellers, real estate agents and mortgage companies.

Mr. Cooper Group Appoints New Chief Risk and Compliance Officer

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Atmos Energy Corporation (NYSE: ATO) said today that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend on the companys common stock of 62.5 cents per share. The indicated annual dividend is $2.50. The dividend will be paid on March 8, 2021, to shareholders of record on February 22, 2021. This is the companys 149th consecutive quarterly dividend. Atmos Energy Corporation is the nations largest fully regulated, natural gas-only distributor of safe, clean, efficient and affordable energy. As part of our vision to be the safest provider of natural gas services, we are modernizing our business and our infrastructure while continuing to invest in safety, innovation, environmental sustainability and our communities. An S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, Atmos Energy serves more than 3 million distribution customers in over 1,400 communities across eight states and manages proprietary pipeline and storage assets, including one of the largest intrastate natural gas pipeline systems in Texas. Find us online at http://www.atmosenergy.com, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.

Atmos Energy Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Dec. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --As we close 2020 and look to 2021,Red Roof, the leader in upscale economy lodging, is continuing to support some of the pandemic's most affected communities: students, first responders, healthcare workers and remote workers with programs tailored just for them, available at participating, select properties. In a challenging year for many, Red Roof is a hospitality industry leader, one of the first brands to offer pioneering programs to fill a pressing need; helping a range of audiences with significantly reduced rates, complimentary rooms and ongoing promotions to ease financial burdens, conform to restricted budgets or just offer peace-of-mind to those who have to forcibly quarantine away from family and friends. Red Roof, the leader in upscale economy lodging, is continuing to support some of the pandemics most affected communities: students, first responders, healthcare workers and remote workers with programs tailored just for them. "Lending a helping hand wherever we can, is a core value at Red Roof," says Marina MacDonald, Chief Marketing Officer, Red Roof. "Strong, impactful programs designed to alleviate the concerns and needs of specific communities are sought now more than ever. At Red Roof, we continue to take the lead as we march into 2021, offering a comfortable, safe place to stay, work or study for students, first responders and healthcare and remote workers." College and university students who will be returning to school in January and may have to quarantine, can comfortably stay at a Red Roof property near campus and enjoy a 25% discount on current rates through March 31, 2021 using VP code 627535. Students must show valid college identification to receive the 25% discount. Rooms include Fast. Free. Verified. WiFi* that will allow students to be connected and engaged with virtual learning and e-classes during their stays. Pets can travel with students and always stay free**. The First Responders program offers our brave police officers, firefighters, EMTs, and healthcare workers a 20% rate reduction for stays through June 30, 2021 with VP code 627587. First responder guests must provide valid medical, firefighter, or police identification.These workers can also use the code, REFRESH for a special rate when they need to take a break before or after a shift. Using promo code, OFFICE, those who are still working from home can take a break and enjoy a highly reduced day rate from $39-59 until 6pm at select properties. The Work Under Our Roofday rate program provides safe, convenient and comfortable "workspaces". Rooms are available from 8am-6pm, 7 days per week, with same day check-in and check-out with reduced rates starting from $39. The Work Under Our RoofDay Rate provides a private and dedicated space to help those who may not have at-home offices or spaces conducive to working from home. No more than two (2) guests are allowed to check in to any one room when checking in under the day rate offer. The day rate cannot be used to host meetings. The day rate program also extends to truck drivers with the code, BREAK. All promotions require consumers to book direct at individual properties, via redroof.com (except for day rate) or by calling 800.RED.ROOF.For guest convenience, many Red Roof locations are exterior corridor properties where separate hotel room doors open to the outside of the building, instead of an interior hallway. After check-in, guests drive to their room instead of walking through the building, reducing contact with interior touchpoints. Red Roof also offers an extensive communication package that includes Fast. Free. Verified WiFi*, free local and long-distance calls, fax, flat-screen TVs and a workstation, as well as complimentary, in-room coffee in most rooms. And as always, one well-behaved domesticpet- cat ordog -is welcome free of charge**. Red Roof is also offering its guests a HoliStay this holiday season with significant deals at select, convenient locations across the country. With pent up demand from COVID-19 fatigue, many consumers are looking to travel safely from now through January.Just a car drive away, Red Roof is offering discounts to guests who are hitting the road for a safe getaway. Discounts include: RediRewards Exclusives: Save up to 25%(or more)with member-onlyexclusivedeals, plus, earn 500 bonus RediPoints on your first stay when you book and stay byDecember29, 2020.Not a RediRewards member? Join today! Room in Your Heart:Through the end of 2020, Red Roof is inviting travelers to stay with them at participating locations and receive a 15% discount through its Room in Your Heart(RIYH) purpose program. Selecting a specific VP code, guests can choose the charity they would like to support when booking their stay. A portion of those stays will be donated to three organizations doing incredible work with students, children and military members, changing their lives in multiple ways on a daily basis: The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF), Flying Horse Farms and the Freedom Alliance. Flying Horse Farms:VPcode: 628047 Freedom Alliance:VPcode: 628048 Thurgood Marshall College Fund:VP code: 627809 Red Roof is encouraging travelers to be a part of the Room in Your Heart campaign by booking direct with a VP code at redroof.com,or by calling 800.RED.ROOF or by calling or booking at a specific property. Third Party Bookings are not eligible. May not be combined with any other discounts or offers. Subject to availability. Red Roof is also ready with RediClean. Red Roof RediCleanincludes rigorous enhanced cleaning protocols giving consumers the confidence they need to hit the road again. Red Roof RediClean is taking cleanliness and hygiene to a whole new level. Red Roof is following all CDC and government guidelines and best practice policies to protect guests and employees. Red Roof properties and their staff are armed with the cleaning protocols to keep themselves and their guests safe. Red Roof has a long-standing reputation for high standards for hotel cleanliness.About Red RoofRed Roof is an award-winning leader in the lodging industry, recognized for creating the innovative Upscale Economy segment serving millions of guests each year. Known for obsessively listening to consumers, Red Roof offers travelers a consistently high-quality experience at an affordable price. With coast-to-coast locations, Red Roof has over 650 properties in the U.S. and has expanded internationally to Brazil and Japan. Whether business or leisure, short trips or extended stays, in the hearts of cities or on the road, Red Roof has a property for every traveler, delivering an enhanced experience at a value price. Red Roof is pet-friendly, as one well-behaved pet is welcome per room, nationwide, at no additional cost**. Ranging from economy to midscale, Red Roof's portfolio of brands includes: Red Roof Inn and Red Roof PLUS+, allowing guests to Sleep Easy. Spend Less. with enhanced amenities at a value price; The Red Collection, a hyper-local soft brand in the Hearts of Cities You Love; and HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof, offering guests A Brand New Way to Extended Stay. Red Roof offers franchisees Genuine Relationships. Real Results. - a unique owner-operator experience establishing common ground with franchisees. To join Red Roof's industry-leading loyalty program, RediRewards, or for reservations, visit redroof.com or call 800.RED.ROOF.*Verified Wi-Fi at participating locations.**Pet accommodations policy may vary at some HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof locations.SOURCE Red Roof Related Links http://www.redroof.com

Red Roof helps those in need affected by the pandemic including students, first responders, healthcare and remote workers

FORT WORTH, Texas, March 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Harvest Returnsannounced today that Dallas, Texas-based Precision Livestock Technologies, Inc. has successfully completed a seed round raise totaling $600,000 on the Harvest Returns agriculture crowdfunding platform. Continue Reading Precision Livestock Technologies logo with cattle background Precision Livestock Technology's mission is to optimize feeding, animal health and performance in livestock operations, initially with a machine vision platform deployed at cattle feedlots. The livestock sector is one of the largest industries on earth, but is under-served by technology. Precision Livestock's platform provides decision support to optimize of the key drivers of feedlot profitability while increasing quality, reducing labor shortages, and identifying sick animals. The company plans to use the capital raised to develop commercial pilots and detailed customer delivery, and software product development. "The entire Harvest Returns team ran a thorough and efficient fundraising process that allowed Precision Livestock to tap into the high level of interest in the agricultural community to provide practical solutions to the livestock industry," said Andrew McKenzie, CEO of Precision Livestock Technologies. "This financing will play a huge role in achieving our vision to create a comprehensive service delivery platform for cattle feeders, with actionable intelligence and machine learning-powered recommendations that drive higher profits, consistent quality and improved animal health." With a $1 trillion global livestock industry and an ever-growing population, more efficient cattle production is vital to meeting the growing demand for protein. By pioneering the convergence of machine vision, artificial intelligence, nutrition, animal behavior and health, and seamlessly integrating it into livestock operations, Precision Livestock is positioned to power the next phase of agricultural innovation."Our investors have a heavy appetite for innovative agriculture technology start-ups," said Chris Rawley, CEO of Harvest Returns. "Precision Livestock Technologies is revolutionizing animal protein production and we are excited to be a part of their growth trajectory."About Harvest ReturnsHeadquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, Harvest Returns, Inc. is a financial technology marketplace created by two military veterans to bring farmers together with investors. Through democratizing the agriculture investment process, the online platform provides curated, diversified offerings of farms, ranches, and agribusinesses to qualified investors.About Precision Livestock TechnologiesPrecision Livestock Technologies, Inc. uses artificial intelligence and machine vision to deliver data to boost production, increase quality, and improve animal well-being.For more information, please visit precision-livestock.com.For more information about Harvest Returns, please contact Allison Stewart at 844-673-8876 or email at [emailprotected].SOURCE Harvest Returns

Agriculture Crowdfunding Platform Harvest Returns Helps Precision Livestock Technologies Complete Seed Round

MIAMI, June 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --eMerge Americas, a platform which fosters innovation and investment throughout the Americas, has signed on with Wyncode Academy, a premier technical training academy to host a virtual hackathon scheduled for July 2, 2020. The hackathon, titled Unite & Fight, is in response to recent events throughout the U.S. that have reiterated the systemic racism and social injustices that have afflicted communities of color. Code Fever has signed on to be a community partner. The objective of the hackathon is to develop tech solutions to combat racism, such as apps, which will be presented at the upcoming eMerge Americas conference. City of Miami Mayor Francis Suarez will hold a meeting with the final project creators. "Leaders in the tech and entrepreneurial ecosystem have a unique vantage point to steward innovation as a tool for systemic change," said Felice Gorordo, CEO of eMerge Americas. "eMerge Americas is committed to taking action to combat systemic racism and leveraging tech to fight social injustices." The hackathon will kick off with a virtual webinar highlighting the Black community's experience encountering racial discrimination, which will inform the project creators on the problems they will solve using technology. The teamsparticipating in the virtual hackathon will be tasked with designing and building a solution that combats racial injustice. "The impetus for this initiative is to create a framework to learn and educate our community about racism and channel our collective brain trust for tangible solutions to dismantle systemic racism," said Johanna Mikkola, co-founder of Wyncode Academy. "By design, we're extending the initiative to continue after the hackathon for multiple months because we want an ongoing solution-oriented dialogue." Following the hackathon, project developers and designers will meet weekly to continue development on their solutions leading up to a final presentation before a panel of judges in September. The winner of those presentations will meet with Mayor Suarez prior to the eMerge Americas conference. "We use technology to create solutions to problems, and it really can be a driving force to end systemic racism and equity issues," said Felecia Hatcher, Founder of Code Fever. "Partnering with eMerge Americas and Wyncode creates actionable first steps that can lead to tangible solutions." Software developers and product designers interested in participating may register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/unite-fight-hackathon-tickets-109014218462?ref=eios For more information or to register to attend the eMerge Americas 2020 conference, visit www.emergeamericas.com. About eMerge Americas eMerge Americas is the premier technology event connecting the Americas held annually at the Miami Beach Convention Center. By connecting global industry leaders and investors with corporate business executives, government leaders, and entrepreneurs, eMerge Americas is transforming Miami into the tech hub of the Americas. In 2019, eMerge Americas attracted over 16,000 attendees and more than 400 participating companies from over 40 countries. eMerge Americas serves as a catalyst in order to foster innovation and investment in South Florida and Latin America. The eMerge Americas founding partners include: Medina Capital, A Rod Corporation, Greenberg Traurig, Knight Foundation, Miami-Dade County, and the Miami Herald. The upcoming eMerge Americas conference is scheduled for November 4-5, 2020. For more information about eMerge Americas, please visit: www.emergeamericas.com. About Wyncode Academy Wyncode Academyis the premier accelerated learning provider in South Florida.Wyncodecurrently offers in-person and remote/online courses forFull Stack Web Development, User Experience & User Interface (UX/UI) Design, Front End Web Development, andDigital Marketingwith a campus in Wynwood, Miami, Florida. Wyncode has graduated over 850 technologists and maintained a 90% job placement rate for job seeking graduates. Wyncode also has the ability to create custom cohorts and corporate trainingprograms in addition to our newest venture Wyntalent, a consulting service for mid and senior-level dev talent. Wyncode is proud to be licensed by the Florida Department of Education, for more information visit their website. About Code Fever Code Fever is a nonprofit committed to getting our communities up to code. The mission of Code Fever is to inspire more underserved minority students between the ages of 13 to 21 to code, build and create technology enterprises within their communities, close the gap in technology education, and become leaders in STEM fields by increasing the number of young startup founders. For more, visit www.CodeFeverMiami.com SOURCE eMerge Americas Related Links https://www.emergeamericas.com

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BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich., June 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Agree Realty Corporation (NYSE: ADC) (the "Company") today announced its progress on June rent collections and provided an update on April and May rent collections. As of June 22, 2020, the Company has received June rent payments from 88% of its portfolio and entered into June deferral agreements with tenants representing 5% of June rents. The Company has received April and May rent payments from 91% and 88% of its portfolio, respectively. About Agree Realty Corporation Agree Realty Corporation is a publicly traded real estate investment trust primarily engaged in the acquisition and development of properties net leased to industry-leading retail tenants. As of March 31, 2020, the Company owned and operated a portfolio of 868 properties, located in 46 states and containing approximately 16.3 million square feet of gross leasable area. The common stock of Agree Realty Corporation is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "ADC". For additional information, please visit www.agreerealty.com. SOURCE Agree Realty Corporation Related Links http://www.agreerealty.com

Agree Realty Provides Rent Collections Update Provides Initial June Rent Collections and Update on April & May Rent Collections

PLEASANTON, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Veeva Systems (NYSE: VEEV) today announced that TFS HealthScience selected Veeva Vault Clinical Operations Suite for end-to-end study management on a single cloud platform. The global CRO is taking action to further modernize study operations, adopting the entire suite for greater efficiency and speed in trials. Now TFS HealthScience will offer its biopharma customers industry-leading technologies and services to run more cost-efficient and compliant studies. "Veeva Vault Clinical Operations Suite gives us a foundation for further growth as we expand our service offerings globally," said Dr. Bassem Saleh, CEO, TFS HealthScience. "Bringing together study operations streamlines processes, enabling us to maximize value for sponsors and accelerate the delivery of treatments to patients." TFS HealthScience provides customers with strategically tailored solutions focused on driving excellence and innovation to reduce complexity in trials. Building on its success with Veeva Vault eTMF to maintain inspection readiness, the company will use Veeva Vault Study Startup to get studies up and running quickly, Veeva Vault CTMS to keep studies on track, and Veeva Vault Payments to simplify payments to global partner sites. With a connected, agile clinical landscape, TFS HealthScience will centralize governance and study oversight to share insights with sponsors easily. "With Veeva Vault, we now have complete visibility into study progress and deviations to make better, more informed decisions and ensure studies meet their objectives," said Young Shon, CIO, TFS HealthScience. "Our partnership with Veeva is instrumental to TFS's digital transformation program and our strategic push towards paperless and patient-centric approaches." "TFS HealthScience is transforming clinical operations to work more efficiently and better serve sponsors," said Pinar Benet, senior director strategy, Vault Clinical Operations at Veeva Systems. "We're excited to continue this journey together towards unified and connected trials to accelerate clinical research." Vault Clinical Operations Suite enables sponsors and CROs to seamlessly share information and documents across CTMS, eTMF, study start-up, and payments for better collaboration and increased efficiency throughout the study lifecycle. The Veeva Unified Clinical Operations Survey: Annual CRO Report shows that CROs like TFS HealthScience are moving to streamline trial execution by embracing new digital strategies and technologies that eliminate data silos and manual processes. Learn how CROs are modernizing clinical operations to speed trials in the full report, available online at veeva.com/CROReport. Additional Information Connect with Veeva on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/veeva-systems Follow @veevasystems on Twitter: twitter.com/veevasystems About TFS HealthScience TFS HealthScience is a global contract research organization (CRO) that supports biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies throughout their entire clinical development journey. In partnership with customers, we build solution-driven teams working for a healthier future. Bringing together nearly 700 professionals, TFS delivers tailored clinical research services in more than 40 countries and supports customers with comprehensive solutions through three strong business models: clinical development services (CDS), which provides full-service support at all stages of the clinical development process, strategic resourcing solutions (SRS), which offers expert insourcing and targeted recruitment services, and functional services (FSP), to provide customers with strategic workforce management solutions. For more information, visit www.tfscro.com About Veeva Systems Veeva is the global leader in cloud software for the life sciences industry. Committed to innovation, product excellence, and customer success, Veeva serves more than 975 customers, ranging from the worlds largest pharmaceutical companies to emerging biotechs. As a Public Benefit Corporation, Veeva is committed to balancing the interests of all stakeholders, including customers, employees, shareholders, and the industries it serves. For more information, visit veeva.com. Forward-looking Statements This release contains forward-looking statements, including the market demand for and acceptance of Veevas products and services, the results from use of Veevas products and services, and general business conditions (including the on-going impact of COVID-19), particularly within the life sciences industry. Any forward-looking statements contained in this press release are based upon Veevas historical performance and its current plans, estimates, and expectations, and are not a representation that such plans, estimates, or expectations will be achieved. These forward-looking statements represent Veevas expectations as of the date of this press announcement. Subsequent events may cause these expectations to change, and Veeva disclaims any obligation to update the forward-looking statements in the future. These forward-looking statements are subject to known and unknown risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially. Additional risks and uncertainties that could affect Veevas financial results are included under the captions, Risk Factors and Managements Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations, in the companys filing on Form 10-Q for the period ended October 31, 2020. This is available on the companys website at veeva.com under the Investors section and on the SECs website at sec.gov. Further information on potential risks that could affect actual results will be included in other filings Veeva makes with the SEC from time to time.

TFS HealthScience Standardizes on Veeva Vault Clinical Operations Suite to Accelerate Clinical Development Veeva Vault unifies clinical documents and processes to improve collaboration and speed execution

MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CyberOptics Corporation (NASDAQ: CYBE), a leading global developer and manufacturer of high-precision 3D sensing technology solutions, announced today that it received a 2020 GLOBAL Technology Award in the Test & Inspection SPI category for its SQ3000 Multi-Function for AOI, SPI and CMM. The award was announced during a Virtual Awards Ceremony on Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2020. The GLOBAL Technology Award is the fifth award that the company has received for the system and the twentieth award for Multi-Reflection Suppression (MRS) sensor technology solutions. CyberOptics SQ3000 multi-function system can identify critical defects and measure critical parameters, providing a superior process control solution for effective yield management. In addition to AOI and SPI applications, highly accurate coordinate measurements can be attained faster than a traditional Coordinate Measurement Machine (CMM) in seconds, not hours. The worlds first in-line CMM includes an extensive software suite for metrology grade measurements on all critical points. In addition, the latest 3D AOI software enables ultra-fast programming capabilities, auto tuning and enhancements that significantly speed setup, simplify the process, reduce training efforts and minimize operator interaction. Were honored to receive the 2020 GLOBAL Technology Award for the SQ3000 Multi-Function System, said Dr. Subodh Kulkarni, President and CEO, CyberOptics, Customers are valuing the systems flexibility and versatility with the best combination of high speed, high resolution and high accuracy. They are recognizing significant results in terms of improved process control and yields, particularly for the most challenging applications where our technology really shines. Powered by proprietary MRS sensor technology, the 3D SQ3000 all-in-one system offers an unmatched combination of high speed, high resolution and high accuracy. The MRS sensor meticulously identifies and rejects reflections caused by shiny components making it an ideal technology solution for a wide range of applications with stringent requirements. The Ultra-High Resolution MRS sensor option delivers superior performance ideally suited for socket metrology, micro and mini-LED, microelectronics and other applications where an even greater degree of accuracy and inspection reliability is critical. The GLOBAL Technology Awards have recognized the very best new innovations in the printed circuit assembly and packaging industries since 2005. The prestigious awards contest has been bringing together the global SMT and advanced packaging industry in a celebration of the companies and people that are achieving the highest standards and driving our industry forward. For more information, visit www.globalsmt.net/awards. For more information, visit www.cyberoptics.com. About CyberOptics CyberOptics Corporation (www.cyberoptics.com) is a leading global developer and manufacturer of high-precision 3D sensing technology solutions. CyberOptics sensors are used for inspection and metrology in the SMT and semiconductor markets to significantly improve yields and productivity. By leveraging its leading edge technologies, the Company has strategically established itself as a global leader in high precision 3D sensors, allowing CyberOptics to further increase its penetration of key vertical markets. Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, CyberOptics conducts worldwide operations through its facilities in North America, Asia and Europe. Statements regarding the Companys anticipated performance are forward-looking and therefore involve risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to: a possible world-wide recession or depression resulting from the economic consequences of the Covid-19 pandemic; the negative effect on our revenue and operating results of the Covid-19 crises on our customers and suppliers and the global supply chain; market conditions in the global SMT and semiconductor capital equipment industries; trade relations between the United States and other countries; the timing of orders and shipments of our products, particularly our 3D MRS-enabled SQ3000 Multi-Function systems and MX systems for memory module inspection; increasing price competition and price pressure on our product sales, particularly our SMT systems; the level of orders from our OEM customers; the availability of parts required to meet customer orders; unanticipated product development challenges; the effect of world events on our sales, the majority of which are from foreign customers; rapid changes in technology in the electronics and semiconductor markets; product introductions and pricing by our competitors; the success of our 3D technology initiatives; the market acceptance of our SQ3000 Multi-Function inspection and measurement systems and products for semiconductor advanced packaging inspection and metrology; costly and time consuming litigation with third parties related to intellectual property infringement; the negative impact on our customers and suppliers due to past and future terrorist threats and attacks and any acts of war; and other factors set forth in the Companys filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

CyberOptics Receives 20th Award for MRS-Enabled Technology and 5th for SQ3000

EL SEGUNDO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sidecar Health, the company dedicated to providing simple and transparent insurance options based on doctors cash prices, today announced it is available to consumers in Utah. Consumers in 16 states will now have access to Sidecar Healths flexible and affordable insurance solutions. By introducing Sidecar Health to consumers in Utah, were giving residents of the state the option to take advantage of a new approach to quality health coverage that is based on the power of cash, said Patrick Quigley, CEO of Sidecar Health. With the average cost of monthly health insurance premiums in Utah nearly $500, our presence will provide a much-needed solution to those who are uninsured and for people looking to save money and take control of their healthcare costs. Sidecar Health works on the straightforward principle that everyone has the right to take control of their own healthcare and to pay only the cash price for the services they need. Members can choose from a selection of customized plans to meet their individual needs. By paying the cash price, customers get 40% savings on healthcare services compared to insurance-negotiated rates, without network restraints or surprise bills. Members also receive a Sidecar Health Visa card, which they can use to pay at the point of service. With the addition of Utah, Sidecar Health is now available to nearly 42% of the U.S. population, with plans to roll out to several more states this year. While this state launch coincides with the extended Affordable Care Act signup period, Sidecar Health plans are available to consumers year-round. Sidecar Health is also available in Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Mississippi, Ohio, Oklahoma, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Texas. About Sidecar Health Sidecar Health is changing health insurance. Unlike traditional insurance, which sits between the patient and the doctor, Sidecar Health members can pay for care directly when they get it using the Sidecar Health Visa card. As a result, members can see any doctor, all coverage is transparent and members save 40% compared to traditional insurance. We believe its health insurance the way it should be. Founded in 2018, Sidecar Health has raised more than $175 million to date from Drive Capital, BOND, Menlo Ventures, Tiger Global, Cathay Innovation, GreatPoint Ventures and Morpheus Ventures. For more information visit: www.sidecarhealth.com

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HOUSTON, Dec. 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --KBR (NYSE: KBR) today published its 2019 Sustainability & Corporate Responsibility Report and unveiled a bold sustainability agenda. The company is implementing a dynamic and multifaceted plan that encompasses corporate environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategy, policies, procedures and management approaches focused on accelerating the company's positive environmental and social impact. Underscoring this focus and commitment, the company announced it achieved carbon neutrality in 2019, increased gender diversity of its board of directors and its executive leadership team to one-third female, and linked achievement of the company's ESG goals to executive compensation beginning in 2021. Stuart Bradie, KBR President and CEO, said, "We are proud to be making such measurable progress this early in our sustainability journey. At the same time, we recognize there is much more work to be done. To ensure ESG remains a top priority for our leadership team and our organization, we are linking achievement of ESG objectives to our executive compensation beginning in 2021. We are confident this will further support our efforts to make a positive difference in the world." Bradie continued, "In 2020, COVID-19 caused seismic shifts in the way we live and work. I'm proud to say that KBR has used this as an opportunity to embrace change, think differently and reimagine how we do business. We have strengthened our commitment to sustainable development, to do Zero Harm to People and Planet, and to build a prosperous, purpose-led business that contributes positively to the world in which we live." Carbon Neutrality For 2019, KBR achieved carbon neutrality in its operations and business travel worldwide as verified by ClimatePartner, a leading third-party solution provider for corporate climate action. KBR reached this ambitious sustainability goal two years ahead of schedule by strengthening its internal sustainability efforts and examining its carbon footprint. KBR then offset its remaining 2019 carbon emissions to become carbon neutral by purchasing carbon credits from Wind Farms in India and from projects run by the Plastic Bank across the world. By measuring its 2019 carbon footprint, the company created a baseline from which to target reductions in carbon emissions over time. KBR is now developing a strategic climate action plan to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2030 and is committed to carbon neutrality for our operations and business travel until we achieve net-zero carbon emissions. Sustainability Action Plan In 2019, KBR also broadened its industry-leading Zero Harm safety culture to include its sustainability objectives. The campaign included the introduction of 10 key areas within the company, or pillars, where efforts will be focused to accelerate positive social and environmental impact. These Sustainability Pillars are aligned with the sustainable development goals outlined in the United Nations' Decade of Action plan, which serves as a road map for KBR's sustainability journey. Bradie added, "We believe that Zero Harm is not only about doing what is right with regard to health and safety, but also about doing what is right for our planet, people, communities and business." In addition, the company audited its business for projects, initiatives and technologies that facilitate positive environmental and social impact as part of its work with clients. The audit found more than 60 areas where the company is already increasing energy efficiencies; extending asset life; developing technologies to capture and sequester carbon; improving water efficiencies through innovative infrastructure; harnessing wind power through the development of floating wind farms and substations; developing electric vehicle charging platforms; and others. As a business with a wide scope of services, technologies and expertise, the company recognizes it has an incredible opportunity to drive positive change, innovation and improvements for key markets by assisting clients in their sustainability journey. KBR is also using data to help inform hiring practices and internal policies to ensure parity and enhance inclusion and diversity. The company has demonstrated progress by expanding gender inclusion and diversity of its board and executive leadership team, as follows: Increased board gender diversity to one-third female in early 2020 (from ~20% in 2019); and Increased executive leadership team gender diversity to one-third female in 2020 (from 10% in 2019) Sustainability & Corporate Responsibility Report KBR has published its 2019 Sustainability & Corporate Responsibility Report, which showcases measurable progress related to its sustainability efforts and the positive steps the company is taking to drive change. The report is available at www.kbr.com/sustainability. About KBR We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 28,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long- term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results. At KBR, We Deliver. Visitwww.kbr.com Forward Looking Statement The statements in this press release that are not historical statements, including statements regarding future financial performance, are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. These statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the company's control that could cause actual results to differ materially from the results expressed or implied by the statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: the significant adverse impacts on economic and market conditions of the COVID-19 pandemic; the company's ability to respond to the challenges and business disruption presented by the COVID-19 pandemic; the recent dislocation of the global energy market; the company's ability to realize cost savings and efficiencies relating to the streamlining of its Energy Solutions business; the company's ability to manage its liquidity; the company's ability to continue to generate anticipated levels of revenue, profits and cash flow from operations during the COVID-19 pandemic and any resulting economic downturn; the outcome of and the publicity surrounding audits and investigations by domestic and foreign government agencies and legislative bodies; potential adverse proceedings by such agencies and potential adverse results and consequences from such proceedings; the scope and enforceability of the company's indemnities from its former parent; changes in capital spending by the company's customers, including as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic; the company's ability to obtain contracts from existing and new customers and perform under those contracts; structural changes in the industries in which the company operates; escalating costs associated with and the performance of fixed-fee projects and the company's ability to control its cost under its contracts; claims negotiations and contract disputes with the company's customers; changes in the demand for or price of oil and/or natural gas; protection of intellectual property rights; compliance with environmental laws; changes in government regulations and regulatory requirements; compliance with laws related to income taxes; unsettled political conditions, war and the effects of terrorism; foreign operations and foreign exchange rates and controls; the development and installation of financial systems; increased competition for employees; the ability to successfully complete and integrate acquisitions; and operations of joint ventures, including joint ventures that are not controlled by the company. KBR's most recently filed Annual Report on Form 10-K, any subsequent Form 10-Qs and 8-Ks, and other U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filings discuss some of the important risk factors that KBR has identified that may affect the business, results of operations and financial condition. Except as required by law, KBR undertakes no obligation to revise or update publicly any forward-looking statements for any reason. SOURCE KBR, Inc. Related Links http://www.kbr.com

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NEW YORK, Aug. 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Purcell Julie & Lefkowitz LLP, a class action law firm dedicated to representing shareholders nationwide, is investigating a potential breach of fiduciary duty claim involving the board of directors of Carrols Restaurant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: TAST). If you are a shareholder of Carrols Restaurant Group, Inc. and are interested in obtaining additional information regarding this investigation, free of charge, please visit us at: http://pjlfirm.com/carrols-restaurant-group-inc/ You may also contact Robert H. Lefkowitz, Esq. either via email at [emailprotected] or by telephone at 212-725-1000. One of our attorneys will personally speak with you about the case at no cost or obligation. Purcell Julie & Lefkowitz LLP is a law firm exclusively committed to representing shareholders nationwide who are victims of securities fraud, breaches of fiduciary duty and other types of corporate misconduct. For more information about the firm and its attorneys, please visit http://pjlfirm.com. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. SOURCE Purcell Julie & Lefkowitz LLP Related Links http://www.pjlfirm.com

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STAMFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Crane Co. (NYSE: CR), a diversified manufacturer of highly engineered industrial products, reported first quarter 2021 financial results and updated its full-year 2021 outlook. Max Mitchell, Crane Co. President and Chief Executive Officer stated: We delivered exceptionally strong results in the first quarter. Each of our three global strategic growth platforms delivered robust results ahead of expectations, with Crane Currency driving the most substantial outperformance in the quarter. Across all of our businesses and end markets, while uncertainty still exists, we continue to see strengthening underlying trends. In addition, we continue to drive growth above market rates through our consistent investment in technology and strategic growth initiatives. We are extremely well positioned to continue this outgrowth as end markets recover, and we expect strong operating leverage given our consistently solid execution. We look forward to providing additional details of our growth outlook specifically at Aerospace & Electronics during our upcoming May 26 virtual investor event." "Considering our strong performance in the first quarter and improving market conditions, we are raising our adjusted EPS guidance by $0.65 to a range of $5.65-$5.85 reflecting a 50% year-over-year increase in adjusted EPS. We have clear momentum from strengthening markets, as well as increasing traction with our growth initiatives, and I am confident that we are on a path to generate substantial and sustainable value for all of our stakeholders. First Quarter 2021 Results First quarter 2021 GAAP earnings per diluted share (EPS) of $1.84, compared to $1.05 in the first quarter of 2020. First quarter 2021 GAAP EPS included an $0.18 gain primarily related to the sale of real estate. Excluding Special Items, first quarter 2021 EPS was $1.66, compared to $1.15 in the first quarter of 2020. (Please see the attached Non-GAAP Financial Measures tables for a detailed reconciliation of reported results to adjusted measures.) First quarter 2021 sales were $834 million, an increase of 5% compared to the first quarter of 2020. The sales increase was comprised of a $25 million, or 3%, benefit from favorable foreign exchange, a $5 million, or 1%, increase in core sales, and a $5 million, or 1%, benefit from an acquisition. First quarter 2021 operating profit was $146 million, compared to $89 million in the first quarter of 2020. Operating profit margin was 17.6%, compared to 11.1% last year, with the improvement driven primarily by benefits of 2020 cost actions, productivity, and continued strong performance at Crane Currency. Excluding Special Items, first quarter 2021 operating profit was $135 million, compared to $96 million last year. Excluding Special Items, operating profit margin was 16.2%, compared to 12.0% last year. (Please see the attached Non-GAAP Financial Measures tables for a detailed reconciliation of reported results to adjusted measures.) First Quarter Change (dollars in millions) 2021 2020 $ % Net sales $ 834 $ 798 $ 36 5 % Core sales 5 1 % Foreign exchange 25 3 % Acquisitions, net 5 1 % Operating profit $ 146 $ 89 $ 58 65 % Operating profit, before special Items (adjusted)* $ 135 $ 96 $ 38 40 % Operating profit margin 17.6 % 11.1 % 650bps Operating profit margin, before special items (adjusted)* 16.2 % 12.0 % 420bps *Please see the attached Non-GAAP Financial Measures tables Cash Flow and Other Financial Metrics Cash provided by operating activities in the first quarter of 2021 was $50 million, compared to a use of $36 million in the first quarter of 2020. Capital expenditures in the first quarter of 2021 were $5 million, compared to $8 million last year. First quarter 2021 free cash flow (cash provided by operating activities less capital spending) was positive $45 million and compared to negative $43 million last year. During the first quarter, we received cash proceeds of $15 million from the sale of real estate in Long Beach, California that was recorded as cash from investing activities, and consequently, excluded from free cash flow. The property sale was enabled by prior repositioning activities that relocated our Long Beach manufacturing operations to other facilities. Since 2017, we have received proceeds from the sale of real estate and other assets facilitated by repositioning activities of approximately $47 million. The Company held cash and short-term investments of $588 million at March 31, 2021, compared to $581 million at December 31, 2020. Total debt was $1,190 million at March 31, 2021, compared to $1,219 million at December 31, 2020. On April 15, 2021, the company repaid its $343 million 364-day term loan. As this repayment was subsequent to the end of the first quarter, it is not reflected in our cash or debt balances as of March 31, 2021. First Quarter 2021 Segment Results All comparisons detailed in this section refer to operating results for the first quarter 2021 versus the first quarter 2020. Fluid Handling First Quarter Change (dollars in millions) 2021 2020 $ % Net sales $ 288 $ 257 $ 31 12 % Core sales 15 6 % Foreign exchange 12 5 % Acquisitions, net 5 2 % Operating profit $ 50 $ 28 $ 22 78 % Operating profit, before special Items (adjusted)* $ 39 $ 31 $ 8 24 % Operating profit margin 17.4 % 10.9 % 650bps Operating profit margin, before special items (adjusted)* 13.4 % 12.2 % 120bps *Please see the attached Non-GAAP Financial Measures tables Sales of $288 million increased $31 million, or 12%, driven by a $15 million, or 6%, increase in core sales, a $12 million, or 5%, benefit from favorable foreign exchange, and a $5 million, or 2%, benefit from an acquisition. Operating profit margin increased to 17.4%, compared to 10.9% last year, primarily reflecting a gain on the sale of real estate, productivity, benefits from 2020 cost actions, and the impact of higher sales volumes. Excluding Special Items, operating margin increased to 13.4%, compared to 12.2% last year. Fluid Handling order backlog was $325 million at March 31, 2021, compared to $313 million at December 31, 2020, and compared to $293 million at March 31, 2020. Payment & Merchandising Technologies First Quarter Change (dollars in millions) 2021 2020 $ % Net sales $ 338 $ 297 $ 40 13 % Net sales, including acquisition-related deferred revenue* 338 300 38 13 % Core sales 27 9 % Foreign exchange 13 4 % Operating profit $ 86 $ 26 60 225 % Operating profit, before special Items (adjusted)* $ 85 $ 31 55 176 % Operating profit margin 25.4 % 8.9 % 1,650bps Operating profit margin, before special items (adjusted)* 25.3 % 10.3 % 1,500bps *Please see the attached Non-GAAP Financial Measures tables Sales of $338 million increased $40 million, or 13%, driven by a $27 million, or 9%, increase in core sales, and a $13 million, or 4%, benefit from favorable foreign exchange. Operating profit margin increased to 25.4%, from 8.9% last year, primarily reflecting continued strong performance at Crane Currency, productivity, and benefits from 2020 cost actions. Excluding Special Items, operating profit margin increased to 25.3%, from 10.3% last year. Aerospace & Electronics First Quarter Change (dollars in millions) 2021 2020 $ % Net sales $ 154 $ 193 $ (39 ) (20 %) Operating profit $ 26 $ 44 $ (18 ) (41 %) Operating profit margin 16.9 % 22.7 % (580bps) Sales of $154 million decreased $39 million, or 20%. Operating profit margin declined to 16.9%, from 22.7% last year, primarily reflecting the impact of lower core volumes, partially offset by benefits from 2020 cost actions. Aerospace & Electronics' order backlog was $482 million at March 31, 2021, compared to $491 million at December 31, 2020, and compared to $548 million at March 31, 2020. Engineered Materials First Quarter Change (dollars in millions) 2021 2020 $ % Net sales $ 54 $ 51 $ 3 6 % Operating profit $ 6 $ 7 $ (1 ) (7 %) Operating profit margin 11.8 % 13.6 % (180 bps) Sales increased $3 million, or 6%. Operating margin declined to 11.8%, from 13.6% last year. Updating Full Year Outlook We are raising our 2021 full year GAAP EPS guidance to a range of $5.75-$5.95, compared to the prior range of $4.95-$5.15. We are raising our 2021 full year EPS guidance excluding Special Items (adjusted) to a range of $5.65-$5.85, compared to the prior range of $5.00-$5.20. Revised guidance now assumes core sales growth of +4% to +6%, compared to the prior range of +2% to +4%. Additional details of our revised guidance are shown in the following table (Please see the attached non-GAAP Financial Measures tables.) Full Year 2021 Guidance Details* ($ Millions, except per share amounts) Prior Guidance (2/24/2021) Updated Guidance Net sales $3,080 $3,185 Core sales growth +2% to +4% +4% to +6% Acquisition benefit ~$5 ~$5 FX translation +1.5% +2.5% Diluted earnings per share, GAAP $4.95 to $5.15 $5.75 to $5.95 Diluted earnings per share, non-GAAP (adjusted) $5.00 to $5.20 $5.65 to $5.85 Operating cash flow $340 to $370 $375 to $405 Capital expenditures $75 $75 Free cash flow $265 to $295 $300 to $330 Corporate expense $65 $77 Adjusted tax rate ~21.5% ~$21.0% Non-operating expense, net $35 $31 Full-year diluted share count ~59 million ~59 million *Please see the attached Non-GAAP Financial Measures tables Additional Information Additional information with respect to the Companys asbestos liability and related accounting provisions and cash requirements is set forth in the Current Report on Form 8-K filed with a copy of this press release. Conference Call Crane Co. has scheduled a conference call to discuss the first quarter financial results on Tuesday, May 4, 2021 at 10:00 A.M. (Eastern). All interested parties may listen to a live webcast of the call at http://www.craneco.com. An archived webcast will also be available to replay this conference call directly from the Companys website under Investors, Events & Presentations. Slides that accompany the conference call will be available on the Companys website. Crane Co. is a diversified manufacturer of highly engineered industrial products. Founded in 1855, Crane Co. provides products and solutions to customers in the chemicals, oil & gas, power, automated payment solutions, banknote design and production and aerospace & defense markets, along with a wide range of general industrial and consumer related end markets. The Company has four business segments: Fluid Handling, Payment & Merchandising Technologies, Aerospace & Electronics and Engineered Materials. Crane Co. has approximately 11,000 employees in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Australia. Crane Co. is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE:CR). For more information, visit www.craneco.com. This press release may contain forward-looking statements as defined by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are based on the managements current beliefs, expectations, plans, assumptions and objectives regarding Crane Co.s future financial performance and are subject to significant risks and uncertainties. Any discussions contained in this press release, except to the extent that they contain historical facts, are forward-looking and accordingly involve estimates, assumptions, judgments and uncertainties. There are a number of factors, including risks and uncertainties related to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, that could cause actual results or outcomes to differ materially from those expressed or implied in these forward-looking statements. Such factors also include, among others: uncertainties regarding the extent and duration of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on many aspects of our business, operations and financial performance; changes in economic, financial and end-market conditions in the markets in which we operate; fluctuations in raw material prices; the financial condition of our customers and suppliers; economic, social and political instability, currency fluctuation and other risks of doing business outside of the United States; competitive pressures, including the need for technology improvement, successful new product development and introduction and any inability to pass increased costs of raw materials to customers; our ability to value and successfully integrate acquisitions, to realize synergies and opportunities for growth and innovation, and to attract and retain highly qualified personnel and key management; a reduction in congressional appropriations that affect defense spending and our ability to predict the timing and award of substantial contracts in our banknote business; adverse effects on our business and results of operations, as a whole, as a result of increases in asbestos claims or the cost of defending and settling such claims; adverse effects as a result of environmental remediation activities, costs, liabilities and related claims; investment performance of our pension plan assets and fluctuations in interest rates, which may affect the amount and timing of future pension plan contributions; and other risks noted in reports that we file with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including the Companys Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2020 and subsequent reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Crane Co. does not undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements. (Financial Tables Follow) CRANE CO. Income Statement Data (in millions, except per share data) Three Months Ended March 31, 2021 2020 Net sales: Fluid Handling $ 288.0 $ 256.7 Payment & Merchandising Technologies 337.5 297.4 Aerospace & Electronics 154.1 192.9 Engineered Materials 53.9 50.9 Total net sales 833.5 797.9 Operating profit: Fluid Handling 49.9 28.0 Payment & Merchandising Technologies 85.9 26.4 Aerospace & Electronics 26.0 43.8 Engineered Materials 6.4 6.9 Corporate (21.8 ) (16.5 ) Total operating profit 146.4 88.6 Interest income 0.4 0.4 Interest expense (13.6 ) (12.5 ) Miscellaneous, net 3.9 3.8 Income before income taxes 137.1 80.3 Provision for income taxes 28.7 17.5 Net income attributable to common shareholders $ 108.4 $ 62.8 Share data: Earnings per diluted share $ 1.84 $ 1.05 Average diluted shares outstanding 58.9 59.6 Average basic shares outstanding 58.2 58.8 Supplemental data: Cost of sales $ 513.6 $ 513.3 Selling, general & administrative 173.4 196.0 Acquisition-related and integration charges 1 5.2 Repositioning related (gain) charges, net 1 (11.7 ) 0.1 Depreciation and amortization 1 31.6 29.9 Stock-based compensation expense 1 6.3 5.8 1 Amounts included within Cost of sales and/or Selling, general & administrative costs. CRANE CO. Condensed Balance Sheets (in millions) March 31, 2021 December 31, 2020 Assets Current assets Cash and cash equivalents $ 578.4 $ 551.0 Accounts receivable, net 483.4 432.7 Current insurance receivable - asbestos 14.4 14.4 Inventories, net 436.9 438.2 Other current assets 129.3 137.4 Total current assets 1,642.4 1,573.7 Property, plant and equipment, net 574.5 600.4 Long-term insurance receivable - asbestos 70.0 72.5 Other assets 704.5 733.3 Goodwill 1,595.1 1,609.0 Total assets $ 4,586.5 $ 4,588.9 Liabilities and equity Current liabilities Short-term borrowings $ 346.9 $ 375.7 Accounts payable 233.6 218.4 Current asbestos liability 66.5 66.5 Accrued liabilities 374.7 395.9 Income taxes 12.9 0.1 Total current liabilities 1,034.6 1,056.6 Long-term debt 843.2 842.9 Long-term deferred tax liability 49.1 53.6 Long-term asbestos liability 590.3 603.6 Other liabilities 471.3 501.1 Total equity 1,598.0 1,531.1 Total liabilities and equity $ 4,586.5 $ 4,588.9 CRANE CO. Condensed Statements of Cash Flows (in millions) Three Months Ended March 31, 2021 2020 Operating activities: Net income attributable to common shareholders $ 108.4 $ 62.8 Gain on sale of property (12.7 ) Depreciation and amortization 31.6 29.9 Stock-based compensation expense 6.3 5.8 Defined benefit plans and postretirement credit (1.7 ) (1.8 ) Deferred income taxes 0.3 6.1 Cash used for operating working capital (54.8 ) (123.7 ) Defined benefit plans and postretirement contributions (15.8 ) (1.5 ) Environmental payments, net of reimbursements (1.5 ) (2.7 ) Other 0.9 1.3 Subtotal 61.0 (23.8 ) Asbestos related payments, net of insurance recoveries (10.8 ) (11.7 ) Total provided by (used for) operating activities 50.2 (35.5 ) Investing activities: Payments for acquisitions, net of cash acquired (172.0 ) Proceeds from disposition of capital assets 14.5 2.4 Capital expenditures (4.9 ) (7.8 ) Purchase of marketable securities (10.0 ) Proceeds from sale of marketable securities 30.0 Total provided by (used for) investing activities 29.6 (177.4 ) Financing activities: Dividends paid (25.0 ) (25.5 ) Reacquisition of shares on open market (70.0 ) Stock options exercised, net of shares reacquired 7.2 0.1 Proceeds from issuance of commercial paper with maturities greater than 90 days 170.0 Repayments of commercial paper with maturities greater than 90 days (27.1 ) Net proceeds from issuance of commercial paper with maturities of 90 days or less 14.5 Net borrowings under revolving credit facility 45.2 Total (used for) provided by financing activities (44.9 ) 134.3 Effect of exchange rate on cash and cash equivalents (7.5 ) (12.5 ) Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents 27.4 (91.1 ) Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period 551.0 393.9 Cash and cash equivalents at end of period $ 578.4 $ 302.8 CRANE CO. Order Backlog (in millions) March 31, 2021 December 31, 2020 September 30, 2020 June 30, 2020 March 31, 2020 Fluid Handling $ 325.4 $ 313.4 $ 304.8 $ 298.6 $ 293.4 Payment & Merchandising Technologies 337.0 347.6 270.1 285.5 326.3 Aerospace & Electronics 481.6 491.2 498.1 505.7 547.5 Engineered Materials 17.0 12.8 11.1 10.1 10.8 Total backlog $ 1,161.0 $ 1,165.0 $ 1,084.1 $ 1,099.9 $ 1,178.0 CRANE CO. Non-GAAP Financial Measures (in millions, except per share data) Three Months Ended March 31, 2021 2020 % Change $ Per Share $ Per Share (on $) Net sales (GAAP) $ 833.5 $ 797.9 4.5 % Acquisition-related deferred revenue1 2.5 Net sales before special items (adjusted) $ 833.5 $ 800.4 4.1 % Operating profit (GAAP) $ 146.4 $ 88.6 65.2 % Operating profit margin (GAAP) 17.6 % 11.1 % Special items impacting operating profit: Acquisition-related deferred revenue 1 2.5 Acquisition-related and integration charges 5.2 Repositioning related (gain) charges, net (11.7 ) 0.1 Operating profit before special items (adjusted) $ 134.7 $ 96.4 39.7 % Operating profit margin before special items (adjusted) 16.2 % 12.0 % Net income attributable to common shareholders (GAAP) $ 108.4 $ 1.84 $ 62.8 $ 1.05 72.6 % Special items, net of tax, impacting net income attributable to common shareholders: Acquisition-related deferred revenue 1 1.9 0.03 Acquisition-related and integration charges 3.9 0.07 Repositioning related (gain) charges, net (10.8 ) (0.18 ) 0.2 0.00 Net income, net of tax, attributable to common shareholders before special items (adjusted) $ 97.6 $ 1.66 $ 68.8 $ 1.15 41.9 % Special items impacting provision for income taxes: Provision for income taxes (GAAP) $ 28.7 $ 17.5 Tax effect of acquisition-related deferred revenue 1 0.6 Tax effect of acquisition-related and integration charges 1.3 Tax effect of repositioning related (gain) charges, net (0.9 ) (0.1 ) Provision for income taxes before special items (adjusted) $ 27.8 $ 19.3 1 Acquisition-related revenue that would otherwise be recognized but for the purchase accounting treatment of acquisitions. Totals may not sum due to rounding CRANE CO. Non-GAAP Financial Measures, by Segment (in millions) Three Months Ended March 31, 2021 Fluid Handling Payment & Merchandising Technologies Aerospace & Electronics Engineered Materials Corporate Total Company Net sales (GAAP) $ 288.0 $ 337.5 $ 154.1 $ 53.9 $ $ 833.5 Operating profit (GAAP) 49.9 85.9 26.0 6.4 (21.8 ) 146.4 Operating profit margin (GAAP) 17.4 % 25.4 % 16.9 % 11.8 % 17.6 % Special items impacting operating profit: Repositioning related gain, net (11.2 ) (0.5 ) (11.7 ) Operating profit before special items (adjusted) $ 38.7 $ 85.4 $ 26.0 $ 6.4 $ (21.8 ) $ 134.7 Operating profit margin before special items (adjusted) 13.4 % 25.3 % 16.9 % 11.8 % 16.2 % Three Months Ended March 31, 2020 Net sales (GAAP) $ 256.7 $ 297.4 $ 192.9 $ 50.9 $ $ 797.9 Acquisition-related deferred revenue1 2.5 2.5 Net sales before special items (adjusted) $ 256.7 $ 299.9 $ 192.9 $ 50.9 $ $ 800.4 Operating profit (GAAP) $ 28.0 $ 26.4 $ 43.8 $ 6.9 $ (16.5 ) $ 88.6 Operating profit margin (GAAP) 10.9 % 8.9 % 22.7 % 13.6 % 11.1 % Special items impacting operating profit: Acquisition-related deferred revenue1 2.5 2.5 Acquisition-related and integration charges 1.9 3.2 0.1 5.2 Repositioning related charges (gain), net 1.3 (1.2 ) 0.1 Operating profit before special items (adjusted) $ 31.2 $ 30.9 $ 43.8 $ 6.9 $ (16.4 ) $ 96.4 Operating profit margin before special items (adjusted) 12.2 % 10.3 % 22.7 % 13.6 % 12.0 % 1 Acquisition-related revenue that would otherwise be recognized but for the purchase accounting treatment of acquisitions. Totals may not sum due to rounding CRANE CO. Full Year Guidance (in millions, except per share data) 2021 Earnings per Share Guidance Low High Earnings per diluted share (GAAP) $ 5.75 $ 5.95 Special items impacting earnings per share: Repositioning gains, net (0.10 ) (0.10 ) Earnings per diluted share before special items (adjusted) $ 5.65 $ 5.85 Three Months Ended March 31, 2021 Guidance Cash Flow Items 2021 2020 Low High Cash provided by (used for) operating activities before asbestos-related payments $ 61.0 $ (23.8 ) $ 420.0 $ 450.0 Asbestos-related payments, net of insurance recoveries (10.8 ) (11.7 ) (45.0 ) (45.0 ) Cash provided by (used for) operating activities 50.2 (35.5 ) 375.0 405.0 Less: Capital expenditures (4.9 ) (7.8 ) (75.0 ) (75.0 ) Free cash flow $ 45.3 $ (43.3 ) $ 300.0 $ 330.0 The Company reports its financial results in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). Certain non-GAAP measures are provided in this presentation. Management believes that non-GAAP financial measures which exclude certain non-recurring items present additional useful comparisons between current results and results in prior operating periods. Specifically, management believes that, when considered together with reported amounts, these non-GAAP measures are useful to investors and management in understanding ongoing operations and by providing a clearer view of the underlying trends of the business. In addition, Free Cash Flow provides supplemental information to assist investors and management in analyzing the Companys ability to generate liquidity from its operating activities. The measure of Free Cash Flow does not take into consideration certain other non-discretionary cash requirements such as, for example, mandatory principal payments on the Company's long-term debt. Management uses non-GAAP financial measures in evaluating the Company's core operating results and financial performance. Non-GAAP financial measures, which may be inconsistent with similarly captioned measures presented by other companies, should be viewed as a supplement to, and not as a substitute for or superior to, the Companys reported results prepared in accordance with GAAP. Reconciliations of the Companys non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable GAAP results are included in the tables at the end of this press release.

Crane Co. Reports First Quarter 2021 Results and Raises 2021 EPS Guidance First Quarter 2021 Highlights GAAP earnings per diluted share (EPS) of $1.84. Excluding Special Items, EPS of $1.66 increased 44% compared to $1.15 in the first quarter of 2020. Raising GAAP EPS Guidance to $5.75-$5.95, from $4.95-$5.15. Raising EPS Guidance, excluding Special Items, to $5.65-$5.85, from $5.00-$5.20.

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DUBLIN, Dec. 2, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The "U.S. Prostate Cancer Treatment Device Market Research Report: By Type (Radiation, Surgery, High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound, Cryotherapy), End User (Hospitals, Specialty Centers) - Industry Analysis and Growth Forecast to 2030" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The U.S. prostate cancer treatment devices market attained a value of $95.9 million in 2019 and is predicted to grow at a CAGR of 5.6% between 2020 and 2030, to reach a valuation of $157.1 million. The main factors driving the progress of the market are the increasing number of prostate cancer cases being recorded in the country every year. The high prevalence of this diseases is predicted to push up the demand for various treatment devices and equipment such as cryotherapy, surgery, and radiotherapy in the future years, thereby causing the expansion of the U.S. prostate cancer treatment devices market. Apart from this, the increasing number of government initiatives being implemented in the country is also fueling the market advancement. The federal government spends a huge portion of the country's GDP on healthcare every year. As per the reports of the National Health Expenditure Accounts (NHEA), healthcare expenditure in the U.S. increased by as much as 4.3% and reached $3.3 trillion in 2016. This percentage further grew to 5.4% in 2017. The soaring healthcare expenditure is making the management and treatment of various diseases more affordable than they were before, which is, in turn, fueling the expansion of the U.S. prostate cancer treatment devices market. Thus, it can be said with certainty that the market would demonstrate substantial growth in the upcoming years, mainly because of the rising incidence of prostate cancer and the surging government spending on healthcare in the country. Key Topics Covered: Chapter 1. Research Background Chapter 2. Research Methodology Chapter 3. Executive Summary Chapter 4. Introduction 4.1 Definition of Market Segments 4.1.1 By Type 4.1.1.1 Radiation 4.1.1.1.1 Clinical trials 4.1.1.2 Surgery 4.1.1.2.1 Clinical trials 4.1.1.3 HIFU 4.1.1.3.1 Clinical trials 4.1.1.4 Cryotherapy 4.1.1.4.1 Clinical trials 4.1.1.5 Others 4.1.2 By End User 4.1.2.1 Hospitals 4.1.2.2 Specialty centers 4.1.2.3 Others 4.2 Market Dynamics 4.2.1 Trends 4.2.1.1 Adoption of robotic prostatectomy 4.2.1.2 Accelerating evolution in radiotherapy techniques 4.2.2 Drivers 4.2.2.1 Technological advancements 4.2.2.2 Increasing prevalence of prostate cancer 4.2.2.3 Rising number of government initiatives 4.2.2.4 Surging geriatric population 4.2.2.5 Impact analysis of drivers on market forecast 4.2.3 Restraints 4.2.3.1 Longer approval time for prostate cancer devices 4.2.3.2 Challenges in identifying molecular predictors of response to radiotherapy 4.2.3.3 Impact analysis of drivers on market forecast 4.2.4 Opportunities 4.2.4.1 Positioning devices to improve treatment and patient experience 4.3 COVID-19 Impact on U.S. Prostate Cancer Treatment Devices Market 4.3.1 Supply Side Analysis 4.3.2 Demand Side Analysis 4.4 Porter's Five Forces Analysis 4.5 Therapy Comparison 4.5.1 HIFU Therapy 4.5.2 Surgery Vs Radiation Therapy 4.5.3 Cryotherapy 4.6 Average Pricing of Devices Chapter 5. U.S. Market Size and Forecast 5.1 By Type 5.2 By End User 5.3 By State Chapter 6. Competitive Landscape 6.1 Product Benchmarking of Key Players 6.2 Strategic Developments of Key Players 6.2.1 Approvals and Product Launch 6.2.2 Mergers and Acquisitions 6.2.3 Other Developments Chapter 7. Company Profiles SonaCare Medical LLC EDAP TMS SA Profound Medical Corporation Eckert & Ziegler AG HealthTronics Inc. Boston Scientific Corporation Elekta AB Accuray Incorporated Varian Medical Systems Inc. Becton, Dickinson and Company Intuitive Surgical Inc. ViewRay Inc. Provision Healthcare Isoray Inc. Theragenics Corporation For more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/7get21 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

United States Prostate Cancer Treatment Device Market Report 2020: Market Attained a Value of $95.9 Million in 2019 and is Expected to Reach a Value of $157.1 Million by 2030