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Technology-powered talent advisory Sinecure, Inc. announced today it has acquired recruitment services firm Strategy Source in a move to enhance its unique market position as the only talent company to combine the power of AI with the personal touch of experienced advisors. With this acquisition, Strategy Source brings new capabilities to Sinecure’s offering with its expertise in non C-level retained search, recruitment process outsourcing (RPO), and contingency services. Additionally, the focus on intermediate to senior level management roles is highly complementary to Sinecure’s existing executive-level search practice.

"Our vision is to fuel the world’s best performing companies with the world’s best talent, and the acquisition of Strategy Source is the next milestone in our journey towards realizing that vision," said Joel Wright, CEO of Sinecure. "Combining expanded levels of service with AI and large language model (LLM) systems strengthens our search, consulting, and advisory resources, ensuring our clients have access to a total talent solution that meets their needs and addresses challenges across every aspect of their talent strategy."

"Joining forces with Sinecure allows us to leverage their innovative AI-powered solutions and global reach, improving our ability to deliver against the complex demands and expectations of our clients," shared Strategy Source CEO, Laura Lasiter. “What’s more, we contribute a fresh approach to what Sinecure offers and our expertise in the technology, media and marketing services spaces provides new customer touchpoints. We’re committed to the Sinecure vision and to building a comprehensive solution that sets new standards for talent acquisition in the talent industry."

Sinecure client, Christa Ventikos, founder and Principal of boutique search firm Ventikos Associates added, "I’ve had the pleasure of partnering with Laura Lasiter at Strategy Source, and it's no surprise that Sinecure has recognized the immense value that she and her team bring to the table. This move is a testament to Strategy Source’s outstanding contributions and leadership, and now with access to Sinecure's technology and support I'm confident they will achieve even greater things and drive even more success in this new chapter."

Strategy Source will fall under a recently formed division called Sinecure Recruitment Services and will be led by Ms. Lasiter as Executive Vice President. The new group will continue its focus on current services and sectors, and will also be tasked with diversifying their offering through product innovation and customization. In addition to their expertise, the Strategy Source team brings an alternative roster of clients, including The Trade Desk, Dotdash Meredith, Magnite, the Interactive Advertising Bureau, VideoAmp and Quantcast, as well as several independent agencies and major agency holding companies among them.

Sinecure’s purchase of Strategy Source marks the company's second strategic acquisition in the recruiting services space this year, with Grace Blue Partnership, a global executive search firm specializing in leadership and C-suite talent, being the first. Both acquisitions are crucial in demonstrating Sinecure’s commitment to creating a distinctive model characterized by highly personalized service grounded in AI-powered software. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

About Sinecure

Sinecure is a breakout talent company for leaders who understand that talent is their competitive advantage. Our holding company is unique in offering a total talent solution through a full suite of wholly-owned products and services that combine the power of AI with the care and insight of trusted advisors. This includes our AI-technology platform Sinecure.ai and recruitment services firms Grace Blue and Strategy Source. Our 75+ global clients and partners trust Sinecure to unleash the opportunities distinctive to technology while maintaining the assurance of a real-world experience as they invest in their most important asset—their people. For more information, visit sinecure.ai.

About Strategy Source

Strategy Source is a recruitment services firm with a deep understanding of the "people space" and a knack for delivering tailored results that adapt to changing organizational needs and industry dynamics. Since 2005, Strategy Source has been known for its custom search solutions and strategic approach to filling talent gaps that help organizations facilitate exponential expansion and cultural alignment. You can learn more at strategysource.com.

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John Zeman

john@sinecure.ai

Battery Mineral Resources Corp. (TSXV: BMR) (OTCQB: BTRMF) (“Battery” or “BMR” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce first shipments of copper concentrates related to the Offtake Agreement (or the "Agreement") with Anglo American Sur. S.A. (“Anglo” or “Anglo American”) a division of Anglo American plc.

The Company has supplied 503.74 dry metric tonnes (“DMT”) of copper concentrates to Anglo’s Chagres smelter in Catemu, Chile. The copper concentrates were produced from copper smelting by-products (slags) supplied to BMR by Anglo. The copper concentrates were produced at BMR’s Punitaqui copper flotation plant and contained 25.98 percent copper, for approximately 288,500 pounds of copper in concentrate.

The Company will continue to increase production results with a goal of producing approximately 1,400 DMT per month in the near term and reaching up to 2,800 DMT of copper concentrate production per month by year-end.

Martin Kostuik, CEO, stated, "This initial copper concentrate shipment marks a significant stride towards positive cash flow, in line with Battery's goal of building a mid-tier copper producer. As we generate cash flow from copper sales, including leveraging thirty-party sources of mill feed such as those from Anglo, we will also continue to ramp up mine-sourced mill feed from our Cinabrio, San Andres, and Dalmacia mines to achieve full production."

The Company recently initiated copper concentrate production on May 13th, 2024 after the successful commissioning of the recently refurbished and upgraded mineral processing facility at Punitaqui. Mining activities to establish access to the mineralized zones in both Cinabrio and San Andres continue to ramp up and provide and increasing amount of stockpiles containing fresh mill feed. Cinabrio is the original mine that supplied feed for the first 10 years of prior operations, primarily operated by Glencore plc.

About Battery Mineral Resources Corp.

Battery Mineral Resources’ mission is to build a mid-tier copper producer and it has recently initiated mine and mill operations at the Punitaqui Mining Complex, a historic copper-gold-silver producer, in the Coquimbo region of Chile. Battery Mineral Resources is unique because it leverages the inherent value from its 100% owned subsidiary, ESI Energy Services Inc., a renewable energy equipment rental and sales company. The Company’s portfolio also consists of two cobalt assets and one graphite asset located in North America, South America and South Korea. The Company is focused on providing shareholders accretive exposure to copper and the global mega-trend of electrification while being focused on growth through cash-flow, exploration, and acquisitions in favorable mining jurisdictions.

For more information about Battery Minerals, please visit our website at https://bmrcorp.com, or email us at info@bmrcorp.com.

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Martin Kostuik, CEO

+1 604-229-3830

info@bmrcorp.com

Activate Games Inc., the trailblazing force behind the world’s first active gaming experience, is excited to announce the grand opening of its Cambridge location, the 5th in Ontario, on July 14, 2024. This milestone highlights Activate's rapid growth and reaffirms its status as the fastest-growing entertainment concept worldwide.

Activate seamlessly blends physical activity with gaming, creating a unique experience that has captivated thrill-seekers and families alike. The company has expanded to 14 locations in Canada and 12 in the United States, with plans to enter the UK, Ireland, and Dubai in the near future.

This rapid growth is a testament to the widespread appeal of Activate’s unique offering and the company's commitment to redefining entertainment. The Cambridge location holds special significance for co-founders Adam and Megan Schmidt, marking a poignant return to the community where their dream of entrepreneurship first took shape.

"Expanding into Cambridge is a strategic milestone for Activate Games, reflecting our commitment to growth and innovation in the entertainment industry," said Adam Schmidt, CEO of Activate Games Inc. "This expansion allows us to reach more communities, create new jobs, and further solidify our presence as a leader in active gaming. We are excited to bring our unique, engaging experiences to even more people and continue driving the future of entertainment."

"Having Activate in the Waterloo Region is a dream come true for us." said Megan Schmidt, Co-Founder of Activate Games Inc. "This opening is more than just an expansion; it's a heartfelt return to our hometown, giving us the ability to allow our family and friends the opportunity to experience Activate”

Activate Games continues to set new benchmarks in the entertainment industry, offering a unique, exhilarating experience that fosters physical activity and community engagement. As Activate expands, it remains dedicated to providing unforgettable experiences for players of all ages, encouraging them to explore, compete, and thrive in an active gaming world.

Information on Activate Cambridge

• 11,258 square feet full of fun, located at 42 Pinebush Rd Cambridge, ON N1R 8K5 (right off the ON-401, take exit 282 Hespeler Rd/Waterloo Regional Rd 24 in Cambridge)
• Each game lasts 1–3 minutes, 11 different game rooms to conquer; with the full gaming experience lasting 75 minutes
• Complete the waiver required for you to play in advance
• Wear activewear and indoor runners
• Age requirements: 4 and older
• Hours: Mon-Thurs: 9:30 am – 10:00pm, Fri-Sat 9:30 am – 11:00 pm, Sun: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
• Book in advance to save time and ensure your preferred time is available

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About Activate

Activate is the world’s first active gaming experience where players #EnterTheGame. Activate offers a unique blend of physical activity and gaming that promotes a healthy lifestyle. Each Activate location provides fun and interactive rooms for players to compete, earn stars and track achievements. With the global headquarters located in Winnipeg, Canada, Activate has grown to 30 locations across Canada, the U.S. and now the world! To join the active gaming movement, visit playactivate.com.

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Jalila Singerff

+1 613-614-6777

jalila@jiveprdigital.com

Benchmark International is pleased to announce the successful sale of DBox, Inc. to CBS Property Management Inc.

DBox, Inc. is a commercial maintenance and property products company located in North Texas. The company has been in business since 1996, employs a highly skilled and experienced staff, and offers a wide range of services to commercial property managers. On-site services are currently being utilized across the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex.

With an impressive 25 years of expertise in the property management industry, CBS Property Management Inc. is committed to delivering top-tier facilities management services at competitive prices. Their dedication to crafting innovative solutions tailored to diverse property needs ensures efficient maintenance of premises within financial means. Their primary objective is to provide outstanding service and value to clients while upholding the pristine condition of their properties.

Dennis, founder and President of DBox, Inc. stated, “Working with Haden and the Benchmark team was a good experience. Their knowledge, professionalism, guidance, and patience throughout the entire process were wonderful, and this greatly reduced the stress of selling my business. Choosing Benchmark was certainly the right decision for DBox.”

Benchmark International provided value in finding a buyer with industry experience through its proprietary multi-medium marketing strategies. The market uncovered several interested parties, but the one who prevailed was the perfect buyer.

Managing Director Amy Alonso commented, “This partnership marks an exciting next chapter for DBox and allows CBS Property Management to expand their presence in Texas. Senior Deal Associate Haden Buckman and his team quickly recognized the strong cultural fit between the parties and worked hard from start to finish to get the deal across the line. We are thrilled for our clients that their legacy continues and look forward to watching the company grow.”

Americas: Sam Smoot at +1 (813) 898 2350 / Smoot@BenchmarkIntl.com

Europe: Michael Lawrie at +44 (0) 161 359 4400 / Lawrie@BenchmarkIntl.com

Africa: Anthony McCardle at +27 21 300 2055 / McCardle@BenchmarkIntl.com

About Benchmark International

Benchmark International is a global M&A firm that provides business owners with creative, value-maximizing solutions for growing and exiting their businesses. Benchmark International has handled over $11 billion in transaction value across various industries from offices across the world. With decades of M&A experience, Benchmark International’s transaction teams have assisted business owners with achieving their objectives and ensuring the continued growth of their businesses. The firm has also been named the Investment Banking Firm of the Year by The M&A Advisor and the Global M&A Network as well as the #1 Sell-side Exclusive Privately-held M&A Advisor in the World by Pitchbook and Refinitiv's Global League Tables.

Media Contact

Brittney Zoeller

+1 813-898-2350

zoeller@benchmarkintl.com

Wisconic, Inc., the seller, is a Wisconsin-based company established in 1994. It stands out in the market for its custom injection molding services and ability to create affordable, high-end kitchenware products. Over the years, its product range has diversified to include bottled water storage, outdoor entertainment, and other houseware products.

The buyer, Manufacturing Revitalization Corporation of America (MRCA), is a Dallas, TX-based company that invests in, grows, and runs manufacturing companies that produce American-made products. Its mission is to revitalize companies through increased employee wellness, enhanced processes, machinery, energy, and communication.

“Benchmark Nashville has proven time and time again to understand the process of getting to a closing. Too many people in this industry do not listen to the needs on both the buy and sell side, but I can say with absolute certainty after closing multiple deals with this team that not only do they understand it, but they quickly and clearly drive to a solution that is most lucrative for both sides.” —Keven Azevedo, General Partner, MRCA

“MRCA has a clear vision to revitalize American manufacturing, and adding an esteemed company such as Wisconic will fit that bill nicely. Best of luck to all involved.” —Matthew Kekelis, Senior Transaction Director, Benchmark International

Americas: Sam Smoot at +1 (813) 898 2350 / Smoot@BenchmarkIntl.com

Europe: Michael Lawrie at +44 (0) 161 359 4400 / Lawrie@BenchmarkIntl.com

Africa: Anthony McCardle at +27 21 300 2055 / McCardle@BenchmarkIntl.com

About Benchmark International

Benchmark International is a global M&A firm that provides business owners with creative, value-maximizing solutions for growing and exiting their businesses. Benchmark International has handled over $11 billion in transaction value across various industries from offices across the world. With decades of M&A experience, Benchmark International’s transaction teams have assisted business owners with achieving their objectives and ensuring the continued growth of their businesses. The firm has also been named the Investment Banking Firm of the Year by The M&A Advisor and the Global M&A Network as well as the #1 Sell-side Exclusive Privately-held M&A Advisor in the World by Pitchbook and Refinitiv's Global League Tables.

Media Contact

Brittney Zoeller

+1 813-898-2350

zoeller@benchmarkintl.com

Noir Yoga, a company that focuses on fostering a holistic mind-body-soul connection for all communities through yoga, today announced that Noir Yoga is opening on Thursday, August 1, 2024, at 109 Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn's Bedford-Stuyvesant neighborhood. As a proudly Black-owned yoga studio, Noir Yoga is dedicated to creating a welcoming space where individuals can explore and enhance their physical and spiritual well-being.

This opening marks a significant milestone for Noir Yoga as it strives to provide a safe and inclusive environment for individuals from all backgrounds to practice yoga and connect with themselves on a deeper level. By establishing a Black-owned yoga studio in the heart of Brooklyn, Noir Yoga is filling a gap in the wellness industry and creating a space where diversity and inclusion are at the forefront of the practice.

"We are thrilled to finally open our doors and welcome the community to Noir Yoga," said Dr. Mason Mason, owner of Noir Yoga. "Our mission is to provide a space where individuals can feel empowered, supported, and inspired to explore the transformative power of yoga."

In the future, Noir Yoga plans to expand its offerings to include a variety of classes, workshops, and events aimed at promoting overall well-being and personal growth. By partnering with local organizations and community leaders, Noir Yoga hopes to create a network of support and resources for individuals seeking to improve their physical and mental health.

For more information about Noir Yoga and its upcoming events and classes, please visit https://www.noiryogabk.com.

About Noir Yoga

Noir Yoga is a sanctuary of wellness nestled in the vibrant heart of Brooklyn, New York. As a proudly Black-owned yoga studio, we are dedicated to fostering a holistic mind-body-soul connection for all communities through yoga. For more information, visit https://www.noiryogabk.com.

Media Contact

Mason Mason

+1 214-478-3844

mason@noiryogabk.com

Feeling vulnerable is our common denominator, believes author Bruce H. Joffe. “Being vulnerable is not a choice. It's part of living. Responding to life situations requires individuals and societies at large to adapt and change … or be spurned and lost in the process,” he writes in his new book, "Vulnerable: Why We Fear and Hurt So Much," just released by ImPress Publishing.

“For many, this need to adjust—to a hostile environment, uncertain economic times, tensions tugging at war and terrorism, extremist politics, racial injustice and religious intolerance, marginalization, spiritual voids, social disconnections, conflicting realities, artificial intelligence, etc.—is threatening, because it removes us from the safety nets and security blankets of our personal comfort zones, whatever they may be,” Joffe says.

Through anecdotes and research, Joffe’s narrative explores why we fear and hurt so much:

“The Israelis surrounded by enemies who’ve sworn to exterminate them … the Palestinians in diaspora, annihilated in a land locked without home rule … the farmers surveying their parched fields, wondering whether they will yield any crops … the foreigners seeking asylum whose chances are greater for deportation, instead … the parents with no control over what their children are taught (or not) in school … the airplane passengers experiencing a flight with severe turbulence … those crippled by flooding and ever-increasing ferocious hurricanes … elsewhere, where there’s not enough water to go around … the faithful whose brothers and sisters have been massacred in their worship centers … the black men running from police … LGBT folks anxious their human rights will be rescinded … disenfranchised citizens unwilling to vote because they believe the system is rigged … those defending their rights to carry arms and maintain a “MAGA-FY!” lifestyle … the children separated from their parents, for whatever the reason … the scorned husbands or wives who cheat … the hospital patients awaiting anesthesia and the hand of a skillful surgeon … the forest fires devouring Canada, California, Portugal, and Greece … the garbage piling up everywhere … the investors worried about losing their money … the elderly scared about their Social Security stopping … the Russians annexing land to reclaim and expand their former empire amidst war in Ukraine … lying politicians speaking with vulgarity and threats, challenging justice and reprisals … plagues and pandemics … Iran and North Korea … China, too … the poor, the infirm, the captives, the homeless, the widows, the orphans … the perils and potential of artificial intelligence … death, disability, divorce, and disease. All those who hurt us.”

PDF review copies of "Vulnerable" are available to the media on request to the contact information below. To learn more about author Bruce Joffe, visit Facebook and LinkedIn.

Media Contact

Bruce H. Joffe

bhjoffe@yahoo.com

Platform technology company, Looped Solutions™ (formerly OhanaLink Technologies™), announced today that they have received an investment from Seattle-based venture capital investment firm, Mastersfund™. Headquartered in Western Pennsylvania, the company recently rebranded as Looped Solutions and has been actively engaging investment partners to enable continued expansion into new markets with their proprietary communication and support platform to extend their social impact footprint on a national scale.  

The company launched Looped Fusion Purple™ (formerly OhanaLink Purple™) in May of 2022 as the first to market mobile solution that safely and discreetly connects domestic violence service providers such as agencies and/or shelters to the clients/victims they serve. 

"Meeting victims where they are—on their mobile devices—is absolutely critical," said Kara Wasser, founder and CEO of Looped Solutions. "Looped Fusion Purple is changing traditional services delivery, providing a new level of safety and security that will ultimately get survivors and their families the help they need."

Looped Fusion Purple™ has been adopted by fifty-seven agencies across twelve states, with nearly 1,200 victims/survivors using the disguised access point and enhanced safety features. Looped Solutions continues outreach to secure partnerships with nationally recognized organizations that provide information and resources to domestic violence service providers and individuals in abusive situations seeking assistance. 

Wasser continued, "It has been especially gratifying to introduce Looped Fusion Purple to social care agencies that have been historically underserved with access to technology. Our new partnership with Mastersfund will assist our organization with short term product iteration, operations, and sales initiatives, while also positioning us to engage with other venture firms that share our mission and support tech for good."

"We at Mastersfund are thrilled to provide funding to Looped Solutions to amplify such critical work for the benefit of women’s lives that includes protection and privacy for victims of abuse," said Venture Partner Karen Cone.

About Looped Solutions™

Looped Solutions is a women-led tech company that is designing cross-platform applications—innovating connections surrounding every aspect of our lives—personally, professionally, and in our communities. At the very core of our innovation is Looped Launchpad, our proprietary platform that powers our digital engagement solutions.  Fusion, the Company's central offering, empowers effective communication and collaboration by merging a collection of features specifically designed to ignite connection and engagement. For tailored solutions, our Fusion bundles, such as Fusion Purple for social care and victim services and Fusion White Label for developing branded applications, provide customizable options that close the loop on achieving goals. At Looped Solutions, we are dedicated to delivering flexible solutions to meet individual needs, ensuring seamless connections to who and what matter most.

Discover how our solutions can transform how we live, work, and engage at www.ohanalink.com/loopedsolutions.

About Mastersfund™

Mastersfund is a Seattle-based venture capital investment firm, that capitalizes women-led revenue-positive companies innovating in the future of work and better ways to live. With a mission to support and empower women in entrepreneurial leadership, Mastersfund propels promising businesses forward and fosters sustainable growth and profitability. Formed in 2018 by Gillian Muessig and Anne Kennedy, Mastersfund has made 11 investments in women CEOs from Funds I and II via revenue based funding and follow-on equity. Learn more at https://masters.vc.

Media Contact

Lisa DiMuccio-Zgela

+1 724-856-2251

lisa@loopedsolutions.com

PairUp, the AI-powered workplace knowledge sharing platform, announced today that the company has closed $2.8M in financing led by HearstLab and Hillsven, with participation from  Graham & Walker,  Looking Glass Capital, Honeystone Ventures, MSIV, and Lofty Ventures. PairUp leverages human expertise to efficiently capture, preserve, and access valuable company knowledge. 

PairUp was founded by Dr. Emily Harburg, a former Disney Imagineer whose doctoral research focused on how technology can improve workplace collaboration, and Andy Garvin, a 3-time first engineer whose prior startups include CareSignal (acquired by Lightbeam Health Solutions) and Kaizen Health. They are joined by a team of others including Chief Product Officer Jonathan Geibel, who co-founded PlutoVR and spent over 15 years leading tech teams at Disney Animation. 

“We recognize that the most important company knowledge often lives in people, not in documents,” says Dr. Harburg. “PairUp empowers employees, teams, and organizations by helping staff quickly tap into business-critical information—leveraging both existing central knowledge bases, and institutional wisdom.” 

PairUp’s software enhances a company’s collective intelligence by making it easier to find the right documentation, information, and people. As Garvin shared, “In a short period of time, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) has changed the way people access information. At PairUp, we are pioneering the next evolution of AI-powered workplace knowledge management software with HAG, Human-Augmented Generation.” 

With this recent funding, PairUp is launching their newest GenAI tool, which maps all knowledge across a company, and makes it accessible on-demand, including documented knowledge in tools like Jira and Slack, and undocumented knowledge in employee's minds.

“We're thrilled to welcome PairUp to the HearstLab family. Their groundbreaking AI platform revolutionizes productivity and connectivity for businesses. Even within HearstLab, it's become indispensable for linking our entrepreneurs with top experts," says Eastin Rossell, HearstLab’s Venture Director, who oversees HearstLab’s pre-seed and seed investments.

Since its founding in 2022, PairUp has had the chance to work with companies, from startups to larger enterprises, navigating the complexities of sharing critical information at work. For example, Turnkey Tech Staffing is leveraging the software with their team of engineers, working in isolation and often “recreating the wheel”. By using PairUp, the Turnkey team can quickly access core documented processes, as well as get connected to other seasoned developers for expert guidance. “PairUp is an amazing tool that helps teams share knowledge and expertise, as well as promotes teamwork,” says Janette Lopez, LATAM Human Resource Manager for Turnkey Labs.

For more information about how PairUp is revolutionizing workplace knowledge sharing, visit www.pairupapp.com.

About PairUp

Workplace knowledge sharing is difficult and costly – the average employee spends 8 hours a week looking for answers to questions. PairUp is a B2B SaaS platform that utilizes AI to accelerate workplace knowledge sharing by mapping employee knowledge and leveraging internal expert networks within each company. PairUp saves organizations thousands of hours by breaking down silos and increasing the cross-pollination of knowledge across teams. PairUp's suite of services integrate seamlessly within a team's current workflow. PairUp has had the opportunity to serve employees at corporations like CVS, Motorola, and beyond. Learn more at pairupapp.com and connect with us on LinkedIn.

Media Contact

Taylor Epstein

taylor@pairupapp.com

Kevel, the API-first ad serving company, is announcing its new branded AI feature set: Kai (Kevel Artificial Intelligence), a suite of AI and machine learning technologies that enable performance optimization and drives relevancy, profitability and revenue. Kai is available as part of the Retail Media Cloud™, the ultimate SaaS platform for building retail media networks with ad serving that maximizes share of advertiser budgets.

The new tools were developed and spearheaded by Kevel's AI/ML research group, chaired by CTO Tim Ewald, Sr. Director of Research and W3C member Paul DeGrandis, Principal Data Scientist Richard Carter, PhD and Retail Media Cloud™ GM and Velocidi founder Paulo Cunha. The group has decades of combined experience in AI, which has led them to develop this powerhouse suite of AI features to power ad serving and audience segmentation for a premium retail media experience.

With Kai, Kevel introduces two new features, Forecast and Custom Relevancy, alongside its existing AI Audience and DecisionAPI products. Kevel Forecast predicts inventory and campaign performance for existing and future campaigns using machine learning simulations to generate insights on both current and future ad flights.

"Forecast is a first of its kind for retail media. Traditional forecasting tools look simply at historical data to predict future campaign performance, whereas Kevel Forecast uses machine learning algorithms to project future campaign performance when considering all contextual and user audience targeting and pacing parameters in conjunction with other running or future ads. This way, advertisers always know exactly what their future performance looks like and retailers can maximize their inventory yield," Paulo Cunha, Retail Media Cloud GM at Kevel explains.

Kevel's Custom Relevancy allows for retailers to input their own AI/ML algorithms into Kevel Ad Server for custom targeting geared towards the individual performance of each network. Functioning as a unique ‘BYOM' (bring your own model), Custom Relevancy helps retailers utilize their own advanced models to determine relevance as part of their ad stack in a safe and secure way.

"Retailers know their customers better than anyone else, but struggle to influence their ad serving with the exceptional AI-driven optimization they use for promoting a customized user experience," commented Tim Ewald, CTO at Kevel. "That all changes with Custom Relevancy, which allows customers to plug their own ML models into our ad decision process to dynamically adjust relevancy and improve ad serving a per-user basis."

Kai encompasses not just new features like Forecast and Custom Relevancy, but existing features like ad decisioning and pacing. Kevel's approach to pacing, delivery and decisioning leans into historical data, events, previous behavior, context of the experience, ads viewed, and relevancy scoring, plus trends and predictions to drive ad performance.

"What excites me about KAI is that it's a set of features that showcases how machine learning can be used to deliver more value to our customers. We've developed these systems from original research using proprietary data sets, harnessing our many years of experience in ad serving," stated Richard Carter, Principal Data Scientist. "We've been working closely with retail customers to prove where the most value sits and it's in decisioning, relevancy and segmentation. KAI is just the start of many more innovative, unique features in our pipeline."

About Kevel

Kevel powers world-class retail media networks with the Retail Media Cloud™. With the combination of Kevel Ad Server and Kevel Audience, multi-brand retailers, marketplaces, and ecommerce companies can launch limitless ad formats and unique targeting segments online and in-store, all with closed-loop attribution. Kevel believes that every digital retailer should have the capability to scale their own distinct ad platform, just like big tech players like Amazon. Customers like Edmunds, Delivery Hero, Leroy Merlin, Slickdeals, and other leading retailers and marketplaces all launched their own retail media network with Kevel. The company has garnered numerous accolades, most recently earning recognition as one of the leading 100 innovative tech start-ups driving the future of brand-to-consumer in 2023 and awarded the MarTech Breakthrough Award for best overall ad tech company in 2022. Learn more at www.kevel.com.

Media Contact

Jennifer Choo

+1 973-343-8819

jchoo@kevel.com

ARW&CO, a business incubation firm based in Charleston, SC, and Team Phun, a merchandise distributor with locations in San Diego, CA and Charleston, SC, are excited to announce their newly formed partnership, optimizing their capabilities to serve a national client base. This collaboration will expand their existing merchandise programs, offering new solutions to meet a broader range of customer needs.

Together, the two companies will provide turn-key, full-service merchandise management, including design, production, warehousing, and fulfillment. This comprehensive service will also feature private label programs for brands aiming to launch their own apparel lines. The service is a much-needed solution for corporations, media brands, and creatives looking to affordably grow their customer reach.

Additionally, the partnership will offer in-person marketing and promotional services designed for brands seeking to enhance their on-site presence without incurring additional staffing and overhead costs. Initially rolled out on the West Coast, this service is now available in Charleston and the southeastern markets.

"All of us at Team Phun are thrilled to partner with ARW&CO to expand our reach in the Carolinas and beyond," said Jesse Goodwick, founder of Team Phun. "We’ve taken strategic steps to service our merchandise and e-commerce clients in new ways, allowing them to focus on their customers without the burden of managing logistics."

"Team Phun deeply understands the fundamentals of marketing and the needs of modern brands looking to best serve their customer base," said Austin Walker, Principal at ARW&CO. "The turnkey merchandise offerings, combined with the promotional staffing service will further empower our clients to engage experientially with their customers."

To ensure a high-quality, personalized service experience under this new model, the companies will only be accepting a limited number of clients for the remainder of 2024. Brands interested in working with the group can inquire at phun@arw.ltd.

About ARW&CO

ARW&CO is a business strategy and brand activation firm specializing in strategic partnerships and go-to-market activations. Under the guidance of Austin R. Walker, the firm leverages its cross-industry network to innovate brands and bring creative ideas to fruition. For more information, visit arwandco.com.

About Team Phun

Based in San Diego, CA and Charleston, SC, Team Phun is a promotional product distributor, branding expert, creative design powerhouse, and a forward-thinking company. Our team consists of designers, engineers, and product specialists who invest in education, technology, and product trends to deliver the best service and products in the industry. For more information, visit https://teamphun.com.

Media Contact

Austin Walker

+1 843-478-0396

media@arw.ltd

Barometer, a contextual AI engine redefining the legacy of contextual targeting and brand suitability, and Audiohook, the audio industry's leading independent ad platform, present an innovative applied brand suitability framework for audio advertising. This alliance is set to bring clarity and consistency to brand standards in podcasting with the introduction of these brand suitability definitions.

In this collaboration, Barometer and Audiohook present brand suitability definitions that enhance and expand upon the existing GARM categories, ensuring unmatched transparency and accuracy in risk assessment. The Global Alliance for Responsible Media (GARM) originally created the industry-standard definitions, but these were primarily designed for visual, user-generated content, not premium audio, leading to inconsistent interpretation across different vendors. 

The definitions, tailored specifically for audio content, address its unique nuances, including context, content length and alignment with advertiser requirements. Though long-time table stakes in display and CTV media-buying, brand suitability standards have only recently been made actionable in podcast advertising, thanks to Barometer. Last year, Audiohook became the first DSP to integrate Barometer as a pre-bid targeting solution, finally making it possible for advertisers to achieve the workflow they’ve come to expect. 

Designed in collaboration with industry leaders and refined over many years, these definitions are purpose-built for audio, moving beyond the limitations of definitions created for visual short-form user-generated content. Furthermore, through advertiser feedback, the partners have expanded the categories to also include non-GARM defined segments such as Natural Disasters, Gambling, Occult and more. This makes it possible to more finely pinpoint brands’ specific requirements, resulting in including more inventory and excluding less. As the industry wisdom goes, brand suitability should be used as a scalpel not an ax. By adopting these definitions, industry leaders are setting a new, fit-for-purpose benchmark for brand suitability, fostering a consistent and reliable standard across the audio advertising landscape. 

This approach empowers buyers to confidently address brand safety and suitability concerns more efficiently, facilitating responsible investment growth in audio advertising. Despite audio's status as a top ROI channel, leading marketers like Rocket Companies’ Trent Polley have emphasized the need for robust brand safety processes, stating that “without a proper brand safety process, audio's performance is not worth the risk.” Even those who continue to evaluate content manually can leverage these definitions to streamline their assessment process, ensuring a consistent and effective evaluation. The goal here is to make it possible for advertisers to benefit from the incredible power of the podcast advertising medium while still enforcing their brand standards in the way they have come to expect. 

“We are thrilled to partner with Barometer to bring a new level of brand suitability to the podcasting industry,” stated Audiohook CEO, Jordan Bentley. “This refined framework offers advertisers a robust and nuanced approach to evaluating and aligning content with their brand values. By implementing these industry-tailored definitions, we are enhancing transparency and trust across the audio advertising ecosystem. This partnership marks a significant step forward in enabling advertisers to confidently scale their investments in audio, ensuring that brand safety and suitability are upheld to the highest standards."

Tamara (Zubatiy) Nelson, CEO of Barometer adds “As the leader in the podcast brand suitability space, I believe in the importance of brand suitability definitions that can be easily related to the industry-standard definitions available for display and other channels. Clear standards ensure that brands can navigate the podcasting landscape with confidence in the context of their omnichannel buy. It's not just about avoiding controversy; it's about fostering trust and authenticity in every episode - ensuring that every brand's message aligns with its audience. Barometer prides itself on being an “inclusive” brand suitability solution, meaning that we strive to qualify as much content as possible for inclusion through an unprecedented understanding of context.”

This alliance between Barometer and Audiohook is poised to set a new standard in audio advertising, offering unparalleled confidence and clarity for advertisers navigating the ever-evolving world of podcasting.

About Barometer

Barometer is an omnichannel, AI-powered contextual engine with best in class brand suitability and contextual targeting solutions in audio. They help the largest brands in the world responsibly activate at scale in impactful channels like podcasts. Their patent-pending AI Brand Integrity Cloud uses natural language processing to analyze podcasts based on industry standard taxonomies including the IAB Content taxonomy 3.0 for contextual targeting and the Global Advertisers for Responsible Media’s (GARM) Brand Safety Floor and Suitability Framework. Their solutions drive radical transparency across the entire ad ecosystem building trust between the buy and sell sides to usher in a new era of scale and contextual understanding. Through their investment in ensuring diverse voices & news content are not blocked inappropriately, Barometer helps brands ensure their brand standards don’t come at the expense of their brand values. 

Our proprietary, multimodal, contextual (and not keywords-based) technology makes  brand suitability a process of INCLUSION rather than a dreaded block-list generator. Furthermore, through our investment in ensuring diverse voices & news content are not anti-targeted inadvertently, Barometer helps brands ensure their brand standards don’t come at the cost of their brand values. For more information, visit http://www.thebarometer.co.

About AudioHook

Audiohook is a media and technology company built specifically to solve the challenges of the digital audio and podcasting ecosystem. Reaching over 90% of consumers each month, brands and marketers are able to scale campaigns across streaming, digital radio, and podcasts with Audiohook. Moreover, media buyers can leverage innovative audience and contextual targeting, and enable key integrations to facilitate industry-leading brand suitability, attribution, and measurement solutions. Experience the Power of Audio at audiohook.com.

Media Contact

Ella Reznick

ella@thebarometer.co

Copper Property CTL Pass Through Trust (“the Trust”) has filed a Form 8-K containing its monthly report for the period ended June 30, 2024. An aggregate total distribution of $20.95 million or $0.279359 per trust certificate will be paid on July 10, 2024, to certificateholders of record as of July 9, 2024.

Additional information, including the Trust’s Monthly and Quarterly Reports, as well as other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) can be accessed via the Trust’s website at www.ctltrust.net.

About Copper Property CTL Pass Through Trust

Copper Property CTL Pass Through Trust (the “Trust”) was established to acquire 160 retail properties and 6 warehouse distribution centers (the “Properties”) from J.C. Penney as part of its Chapter 11 plan of reorganization. The Trust’s operations consist solely of owning, leasing and selling the Properties. The Trust’s objective is to sell the Properties to third-party purchasers as promptly as practicable. The Trustee of the trust is GLAS Trust Company LLC. The Trust is externally managed by an affiliate of Hilco Real Estate LLC. The Trust is intended to be treated, for tax purposes, as a liquidating trust within the meaning of United States Treasury Regulation Section 301.7701-4(d). For more information, please visit https://www.ctltrust.net/.

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Jessica Cummins, Investor Relations

+1 847-313-4755

jcummins@hilcoglobal.com

In the evolving landscape of fleet management, effective and well-structured policies are critical to ensuring compliance, efficiency and overall success. To address these needs, NAFA Fleet Management Association (NAFA), the vehicle fleet industry’s largest membership association, announces the development of a Fleet Policy Workshop event for fleet professionals from October 7-9, 2024, in Indianapolis, IN. This interactive workshop is designed to empower fleet professionals with the knowledge and tools to develop, implement and manage comprehensive fleet policies effectively.

“Well-crafted fleet policies are the backbone of successful fleet operations. This workshop is tailored to provide fleet managers with a detailed understanding of policy creation and application, ensuring they are equipped to handle the complexities of modern fleet management,” said Bill Schankel, CAE, CEO of NAFA. “We are thrilled to bring this dynamic program to Indianapolis, providing a platform for learning, collaboration and practical skill development.”

The Fleet Policy Workshop will offer a deep dive into the full cycle of policy strategy, development, implementation and assessment. Participants will gain valuable insights from industry experts and engage in hands-on activities designed to provide practical experience and immediate takeaways.

Sessions at the workshop will cover a range of critical topics, including:

• Fundamentals and Strategies of Policy Writing
• Policy Needs Assessment and Implementation
• Customizing Fleet Policies
• Conducting Policy Audits and Assessments

Registration for the Fleet Policy Workshop is currently open, with early bird pricing available through August 9, 2024. To learn more about the workshop and register, please visit https://www.nafa.org/events/fleet-policy-workshop/.

About NAFA Fleet Management Association

NAFA Fleet Management Association is the membership organization for professionals who manage the mobility requirements of vehicle fleets that include commercial, public safety, trucks, and buses of all types and sizes, and a wide range of military and off-road equipment for corporations, governments, universities, utility fleets, and law enforcement in North America and across the globe. NAFA’s members are responsible for the specification, acquisition, maintenance, repair, fueling, risk management, and remarketing of more than 4.8 million vehicles that drive an estimated 84 billion miles each year. NAFA’s members control assets and services well above $122 billion each year.For more information, please visit www.nafa.org, and communicate with NAFA on LinkedIn, Facebook, and X.

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Keaveny Hewitt

+1 919-622-5276

khewitt@onwrdupwrd.com

Benchmark International is pleased to announce the transaction between MTS Transportation, Inc. and High Desert Management Group, LLC. The transaction represents a strategic expansion for High Desert Management Group, LLC, as it works to achieve scale through acquisitions and service diversification.

MTS Transportation, a company with a rich history, was established in Amarillo, Texas, in 1982 and incorporated in 1990. It all began with a single tractor and refrigerated trailer to take on servicing the 3PL needs of the Texas Panhandle market. For over four decades, the company has continued to provide 3 PL services, full truck load transportation of refrigerated products, dry freight, flat bed, bulk carbon black, and bulk milk transportation on long or short hauls nationwide.

“Thank you for everything you have contributed to, the timely and knowledgeable direction and for always having the time to help where and when needed. It was so appreciated.” —Tim Merrill, CEO of MTS Transportation.

High Desert Management Group, LLC, a newly formed holding company in Texas, is looking to continue expanding its footprint in the Texas market with its experience in the trucking industry. High Desert Management Group, LLC intends to continue working to streamline its service operations related to dry freight products and refrigerated products in the Texas market.

“It was exciting to get to the finish line with our client and even more exciting to help our client continue onto their next chapter in life, which we hope is filled with even more quality time with their friends and family. The Benchmark team has enjoyed working with MTS Transportation and High Desert Management Group, LLC through this process, and we wish both parties the best of luck in their future endeavors.” —Jeffrey Garza, Deal Associate, Benchmark International.

Americas: Sam Smoot at +1 (813) 898 2350 / Smoot@BenchmarkIntl.com

Europe: Michael Lawrie at +44 (0) 161 359 4400 / Lawrie@BenchmarkIntl.com

Africa: Anthony McCardle at +27 21 300 2055 / McCardle@BenchmarkIntl.com

About Benchmark International

Benchmark International is a global M&A firm that provides business owners with creative, value-maximizing solutions for growing and exiting their businesses. Benchmark International has handled over $11 billion in transaction value across various industries from offices across the world. With decades of M&A experience, Benchmark International’s transaction teams have assisted business owners with achieving their objectives and ensuring the continued growth of their businesses. The firm has also been named the Investment Banking Firm of the Year by The M&A Advisor and the Global M&A Network as well as the #1 Sell-side Exclusive Privately-held M&A Advisor in the World by Pitchbook and Refinitiv's Global League Tables.

Media Contact

Brittney Zoeller

+1 813-898-2350

zoeller@benchmarkintl.com

For the second year in a row, Benesch, one of the fastest-growing law firms in the country, will be represented on the track at the NASCAR Street Race in downtown Chicago. Thanks to a partnership with Benesch client Kaulig Racing, the No. 13 Benesch-wrapped Chevy Camaro ZL1 will be driven by AJ Allmendinger in the Grant Park 165. Allmendinger has earned three top-10 finishes and led 13 laps so far in the 2024 NASCAR Cup Series season.

"We couldn’t be more excited to partner with Kaulig Racing," said Benesch Managing Partner Gregg Eisenberg. "We are grateful for our long-standing relationship with Kaulig Racing, which has made this continued partnership and the opportunity for such high-profile visibility possible."

At last year’s inaugural Chicago Street Race, the Benesch Chevy cruised to an impressive second-place finish after leading a total of 23 laps in the Grant Park 220, with driver Justin Haley behind the wheel. 

"We’re looking forward to having Benesch on board our Kaulig Racing Chevy for the second year-in-a-row," said Kaulig Racing President Chris Rice. "We hope to put on a good show for our longtime partner at this one-of-a-kind street course."

You can catch the Benesch Chevy and all the race action on Sunday, July 7 at 3:30 p.m. CT / 4:30 p.m. ET on NBC.

About Benesch

Benesch, an AmLaw 200 law firm with more than 400 attorneys and offices in Chicago, Cleveland, Columbus, New York, San Francisco, Shanghai and Wilmington, continues to be recognized by the legal industry. Among the firm’s recent accolades, 40 Benesch attorneys and 15 practice areas were ranked in the 2024 edition of Chambers USA, and the firm was named a 2024 Recommended Firm by Benchmark Litigation. Benesch also continues to receive numerous Best Law Firm® awards, including national first-tier rankings in Health Care Law, Commercial Litigation, Litigation-Construction and Transportation, and being named Transportation Law Firm of the Year six times. Additionally, Benesch was recognized by Chicago Lawyer as the fastest-growing law firm in the city and has quickly risen to the second-largest law firm in Cleveland.

For more information, please visit beneschlaw.com.

Media Contact

Corrina Wright

cwright@beneschlaw.com

Benchmark International is pleased to announce the transaction between Satex Plumbing, Inc. and Bleuwave General Contracting, LLC. The transaction represents a strategic expansion for Bleuwave General Contracting, LLC, as it works to achieve scale through acquisitions and expand into the Texas market.

Satex Plumbing, Inc. was founded in 1983. Initially, the company focused on residential projects, but its founder decided to focus on commercial customers after realizing the potential to specialize in commercial projects. With over two decades of commercial project experience, including repairs, remodels, and new construction, Satex began specializing in medical, retail, and restaurant facilities, with ground-up and finish workspaces. Through the years, Satex has prided itself on doing high-quality jobs at a reasonable price.

"The Benchmark group was a blessing to me. They kept me in touch throughout the process and helped me complete the deal. I recommend them to anyone interested in selling their business." —Joel Stolarski, Founder of Satex Plumbing, Inc.

Based in Arizona, Bleuwave General Contracting, LLC is a powerhouse of commercial, industrial, and retail general contracting expertise. Their team is dedicated to creating strategies that establish lasting value in their working relationships, ensuring their clients' confidence in their capabilities.

"Our team at Benchmark International was thrilled to navigate the conversations with our client and walk them through the M&A process. It was even more exciting to witness the bond form between Satex Plumbing, Inc. and Bleuwave General Contracting, LLC. We are optimistic about the success of both parties as they embark on their next chapters." —Jeffrey Garza, Deal Associate, Benchmark International.

Americas: Sam Smoot at +1 (813) 898 2350 / Smoot@BenchmarkIntl.com

Europe: Michael Lawrie at +44 (0) 161 359 4400 / Lawrie@BenchmarkIntl.com

Africa: Anthony McCardle at +27 21 300 2055 / McCardle@BenchmarkIntl.com

About Benchmark International

Benchmark International is a global M&A firm that provides business owners with creative, value-maximizing solutions for growing and exiting their businesses. Benchmark International has handled over $11 billion in transaction value across various industries from offices across the world. With decades of M&A experience, Benchmark International’s transaction teams have assisted business owners with achieving their objectives and ensuring the continued growth of their businesses. The firm has also been named the Investment Banking Firm of the Year by The M&A Advisor and the Global M&A Network as well as the #1 Sell-side Exclusive Privately-held M&A Advisor in the World by Pitchbook and Refinitiv's Global League Tables.

Media Contact

Brittney Zoeller

+1 813-898-2350

zoeller@benchmarkintl.com

Cherokee Nation and The University of Tulsa announce the launch of the second cohort of the TU Cherokee Women's AcceleratHER Fellowship, empowered by the ayana Foundation.

Designed to empower and accelerate the growth of venture-scalable businesses led by Cherokee women, the initiative is a transformative 12-week hybrid program tailored to address the unique challenges women face in scaling their business concepts with a particular focus on access to capital and resources. Applications for the fall 2024 program open on June 28, 2024. 

Program Highlights

• Duration: 12 weeks (mid-September to mid-December 2024)
• Direct funding: The Cherokee Nation is providing a $10,000 non-dilutive seed grant to each founder fellow
• Format: Hybrid (live online sessions with an in-person showcase on December 14)
• Participants: 10 selected founder fellows
• Curriculum: Customized, founder-focused, and business-focused
• Support: Assigned accountability partner plus mentor matching
• Networking: Opportunities to connect with a diverse community of founders, funders, and industry experts

The TU Cherokee Women's AcceleratHER Fellowship is made possible through the support and collaboration of the Cherokee Nation, The University of Tulsa’s Collins College of Business, the ayana Foundation, and community sponsors. The collaborative effort aims to uplift Native American women entrepreneurs by providing comprehensive support, from business planning to growth strategies, culminating in an opportunity to pitch their business proposals to potential investors and partners.

Kathy Taylor, program sponsor and former dean of Collins College of Business, emphasized the significance of this program, stating, "Native American women often face unique challenges within the business community, including systemic disparities and lack of resources. We stand ready to change that statistic by providing a supportive platform for these talented entrepreneurs."

Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. highlighted the importance of the initiative, saying, "As we continually explore new ways to further the success of the Cherokee Nation and Oklahoma, our tribe stands at the forefront of supporting small family-owned businesses and creating quality jobs within our tribal communities. Native American women represent the lowest rates of business entrepreneurship across all groups. This fellowship is an excellent means of beginning to address such an unacceptable statistic, while also pursuing the longtime mission of the tribe and its businesses of investing in the success of every Cherokee citizen."

"I believe our success as a tribe can be measured through our citizens and the opportunities available to them," said Cherokee Nation Deputy Chief Bryan Warner. "Programs such as this create excellent opportunities by supporting the creation of Cherokee-owned businesses and paving the way for Cherokee women to help strengthen our communities by becoming business owners, showing their families different ways to live and breaking the cycle of generational traumas faced by many Native families."

"TU is excited to partner with alumna Lesley Robinson and the ayana Foundation to facilitate the AcceleratHER program. Robinson has helped shape award-winning women’s leadership and entrepreneurship programs at universities around the country and help do the same at TU," said Chris Wright, director of TU’s Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship.

Robinson, director of education at the ayana Foundation, added, "By nurturing a diverse community of talented entrepreneurs, we can drive meaningful impact and innovation in the entrepreneurial landscape. The TU Cherokee Women's AcceleratHER Fellowship is a testament to the commitment to fostering growth and success so that women founders can flourish."

Selected participants will receive a $10,000 seed grant provided by the Cherokee Nation, access to business coaching, networking opportunities and community resources, without ceding any control, ownership, or capital. The program culminates in a showcase event at TU where fellows present their ventures to the community, mentors and potential investors.

Applications for the TU Cherokee Women's AcceleratHER Fellowship are now open. The 2024 program runs from September through December. Interested applicants can find more information and apply by visiting https://www.ayana.com/fellowship or emailing fellowship@ayana.org.

About The University of Tulsa

The University of Tulsa is a Top 100 private research university, ranked No. 79 among best value universities in the United States. Situated on a beautiful, 220-acre residential campus, the university is committed to providing a world-class educational experience through its Collins College of Business and Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship. For more information, visit https://utulsa.edu.

About the Cherokee Nation

The Cherokee Nation is the federally-recognized government of the Cherokee people and has inherent sovereign status recognized by treaty and law. The seat of tribal government is the W.W. Keeler Complex near Tahlequah, Oklahoma, the capital of the Cherokee Nation. With more than 450,000 citizens, 11,000 employees and a variety of tribal enterprises ranging from aerospace and defense contracts to entertainment venues, Cherokee Nation is one of the largest employers in northeastern Oklahoma and is the largest tribal nation in the United States. For more information, visit https://cherokee.org.

About the ayana Foundation

ayana, a 501(c)(3) foundation, uplifts women founders worldwide through education, community, and enhanced access to funding. To learn more, visit https://ayana.org.

Media Contact

Jaclynn Brennan

press@ayana.org

Spartan Photo Center, a company that specializes in film developing and printing services, announced today the introduction of their new state-of-the-art film developing machine. This machine is capable of developing old or new C41 color film in 35 mm or 120 size formats, with other types and sizes also available. Whether you are a seasoned film photographer or new to film photography, Spartan Photo Center, is equipped to assist you. Despite the current inflation, the company has managed to keep their film developing and printing prices relatively stable over the years. Additionally, they now offer digital delivery options at a cost lower than traditional prints.

The importance of Spartan Photo Center's new film developing machine lies in their commitment to providing high-quality and affordable film developing services to photographers of all levels. By embracing new technology while still offering traditional printing options, the company ensures that customers have access to the best of both worlds.

This announcement underscores Spartan Photo Center's dedication to meeting the evolving needs of the photography community. With the new film developing machine, the company is able to streamline their processes, improve efficiency, and ultimately deliver better results to their customers.

According to Mike Wojcik, owner of Spartan Photo Center, "We are thrilled to introduce our new state-of-the-art film developing machine to our customers. This investment allows us to continue offering top-notch film developing services while also expanding our digital delivery options."

Looking ahead, Spartan Photo Center plans to further enhance their services by exploring new ways to cater to the needs of film photographers. The company remains committed to providing exceptional customer service and top-quality results.

For more information about Spartan Photo Center and their services, visit https://spartanphotocenter.com.

About Spartan Photo Center

Founded in 1985, Spartan Photo Center has grown to become a cornerstone of the photography industry in Spartanburg, SC. Our offerings include a vast selection of new and used cameras, photographic accessories, and a full-service photo lab that caters to every aspect of photo development and printing. As the #LastCameraStoreSC, we are unique in our one-stop-shop approach, providing an unmatched range of products and services under one roof. For more information, please visit our website at https://spartanphotocenter.com, on Instagram at @spartanfilmlab, and on Facebook at @spartanfilmlab.

Media Contact

Mike Wojcik

marketing@spartanphotocenter.com

+1 864-583-6835

The Connecticut Association of Healthcare Executives (CTAHE), the Connecticut chapter of the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE), is proud to announce the appointment of Austin B. Potter, MBA, FACHE as its new President. 

Mr. Potter, who serves as Executive Director of the Office of Strategy Management at Yale New Haven Health, brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of leadership within the healthcare industry. His dedication to improving healthcare delivery and commitment to professional development make him an ideal fit for this prestigious role.

Under his leadership, CTAHE will continue to provide valuable programming, educational opportunities, and networking events to its members, fostering a community of healthcare leaders dedicated to advancing health in Connecticut.

"I am honored to take on the role of President of CTAHE. I look forward to working with our talented board and dedicated members to navigate the complex challenges of healthcare management and to support the professional growth of our members," said Austin Potter, MBA, FACHE.

Michael A. Novak, FACHE, the outgoing President of CTAHE, expressed confidence in his ability to lead the chapter to new heights. "With Austin's leadership, I am certain that CTAHE will continue to make a significant impact on the healthcare landscape in our state.”

The Board of Directors and members of CTAHE extend their warmest welcome to Austin and look forward to a future of continued success and innovation under his guidance.

For more information about CTAHE and its initiatives, please visit www.ctahe.org.

About Connecticut Association of Healthcare Executives (CTAHE)

The Connecticut Association of Healthcare Executives (CTAHE) represents professionals who manage the business affairs of healthcare organizations throughout Connecticut. CTAHE is committed to healthcare leadership and advancing health for all. Our CTAHE membership strives to be inclusive of all healthcare interested parties, including hospitals, health plans, health systems, independent physician associations, industry partners, and our universities that are educating our future healthcare administrators. CTAHE is a chapter of the American College of Healthcare Executives.

For more information about CTAHE, please visit www.ctahe.org.

Media Contact

David Ehrlich

administrator@ctahe.org

+1 978-250-9847