General counsel

Superdry plc: Response to announcement by Julian Dunkerton

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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The Company notes today’s announcement from Julian Dunkerton that he does not intend to make an offer for Superdry and, as a result, confirms that the Company is no longer in an offer period.

Key Points: 
  • The Company notes today’s announcement from Julian Dunkerton that he does not intend to make an offer for Superdry and, as a result, confirms that the Company is no longer in an offer period.
  • Following a period of engagement, the Transaction Committee and Julian Dunkerton have, together, concluded that a takeover offer from Julian Dunkerton for Superdry is unlikely to deliver an outcome for shareholders, or stakeholders more broadly, that the Transaction Committee and Julian Dunkerton are confident can be executed in the context of the Company’s ongoing work on its turnaround plan and material cost saving options.
  • However, the Company remains in discussions with Julian Dunkerton in respect of alternative structures, including a possible equity raise fully underwritten by Julian Dunkerton, which would provide additional liquidity headroom for the Company’s turnaround plan.
  • There can be no certainty that a transaction with Julian Dunkerton will be agreed.

Leslie’s Appoints Benjamin Lindquist Senior Vice President, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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PHOENIX, April 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  Leslie’s, Inc. (“Leslie’s”, “we”, “our”, “its”, or “Company”; NASDAQ: LESL), the largest and most trusted direct-to-consumer brand in the U.S. pool and spa care industry, today announced the appointment of Benjamin Lindquist as Senior Vice President, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary, effective April 16, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • PHOENIX, April 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  Leslie’s, Inc. (“Leslie’s”, “we”, “our”, “its”, or “Company”; NASDAQ: LESL), the largest and most trusted direct-to-consumer brand in the U.S. pool and spa care industry, today announced the appointment of Benjamin Lindquist as Senior Vice President, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary, effective April 16, 2024.
  • Mr. Lindquist has been an integral member of Leslie’s legal department since joining the Company in 2013.
  • He has served in various roles of increasing responsibility at Leslie’s, including most recently as Vice President & Associate General Counsel.
  • I look forward to continuing to work with him in his new role as General Counsel and as part of Leslie’s leadership team.

First Fed Fortifies Executive Organization

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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PORT ANGELES, Wash., April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Fed Bank has announced two new executive roles to foster a sharpened focus on digital and strategic initiatives.

Key Points: 
  • PORT ANGELES, Wash., April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Fed Bank has announced two new executive roles to foster a sharpened focus on digital and strategic initiatives.
  • “David is a skilled technology leader with significant knowledge and expertise in data, digital banking, payments, and innovation.
  • He brings technological depth and financial solutions expertise to lead First Fed on our digital journey,” stated Matt Deines, CEO of First Fed Bank and First Northwest Bancorp (FNWB).
  • Riffle has also been General Counsel for First Fed since 2017 and will retain his responsibilities leading the bank’s legal department.

Trisura Group Announces Changes to its Board of Directors

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
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TORONTO, April 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Trisura Group Ltd. (“Trisura” or “Trisura Group”) (TSX: TSU) today announced the appointment of Lilia Sham to its Board of Directors and the retirement of Greg Morrison.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, April 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Trisura Group Ltd. (“Trisura” or “Trisura Group”) (TSX: TSU) today announced the appointment of Lilia Sham to its Board of Directors and the retirement of Greg Morrison.
  • In addition, Trisura today announced that Sacha Haque is expected to stand for election to the Board of Directors at this year’s Annual General Meeting.
  • “We are pleased to welcome Lilia Sham to our Board of Directors and look forward to the expected election of Sacha Haque to our Board of Directors at our Annual General Meeting on June 3, 2024.
  • We look forward to the guidance Ms. Sham and Ms. Haque will provide as Trisura continues to execute its strategy.” said George Myhal, Chair, Board of Directors, Trisura Group Ltd.
    Mr. Myhal continued, “We would also like to thank Greg Morrison for his many contributions to Trisura.

Lotto.com Launches in Nebraska

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
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Lotto.com provides players with a secure, convenient, and seamless online experience, all while bringing incremental customers and funding to state-sponsored initiatives.

Key Points: 
  • Lotto.com provides players with a secure, convenient, and seamless online experience, all while bringing incremental customers and funding to state-sponsored initiatives.
  • Since 1993, the Nebraska Lottery has donated close to $1 Billion to their beneficiaries.
  • This innovation allows customers to order and play official state lottery scratch tickets "winever,"™ on their computer, laptop, or preferred mobile device.
  • To celebrate the Nebraska launch, Lotto.com encourages customers to visit local retailer and Lotto.com partner “Players Cafe” located at 619 North 114th St, Omaha, NE 68154.

ContextLogic Announces Post-Closing Board of Directors and Management Team

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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SAN FRANCISCO, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  ContextLogic Inc. (d/b/a Wish) (NASDAQ: WISH) (“ContextLogic” or the “Company”) today announced that it will reconstitute its Board of Directors and management team upon completion of its pending transaction under which it will sell substantially all of its operating assets and liabilities, principally comprising its Wish ecommerce platform (the “Asset Sale”), to Qoo10 Pte. Ltd. (“Qoo10”). The transaction is expected to be completed in the second quarter of 2024.

Key Points: 
  • Upon closing, the reconstituted Board will comprise five directors, four of whom will be independent and newly appointed.
  • Rishi Bajaj, Founder, President and Chief Investment Officer at Altai Capital Management and current director at ContextLogic.
  • Bajaj joined the ContextLogic Board in November 2023 and played an active strategic role in structuring the Asset Sale.
  • At the same time, ContextLogic directors Tanzeen Syed, Julie Bradley, Larry Kutscher, Stephanie Tilenius, Hans Tung and Joe Yan will step down from the Board.

Demand Climbs as Global Lithium Market Size Expected to Reach $9.03 Billion in 2024

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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A report from Grand View Research said that revenues will reach USD 9.03 billion in 2024 and the Increasing investments in EV manufacturing across the world are expected to positively influence the growth of the lithium market over the forecast period (2024 to 2030).

Key Points: 
  • A report from Grand View Research said that revenues will reach USD 9.03 billion in 2024 and the Increasing investments in EV manufacturing across the world are expected to positively influence the growth of the lithium market over the forecast period (2024 to 2030).
  • In 2018, Interior Department listed lithium as a critical mineral, which paced up the mine permitting process.
  • Grand View Research continued: “The market is characterized by a high degree of innovation to optimize both the manufacturing process, and also obtain high purity lithium.
  • Players have invested in R&D heavily to optimize the usage of lithium in high-growth end use segments such as electric vehicles.

Nexalin Technology Announces the Appointment of Government Affairs Veteran William A. Hudson, Jr. to Military & Government Advisory Board

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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HOUSTON, TEXAS, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nexalin Technology, Inc. (the “Company” or “Nexalin”) (Nasdaq: NXL; NXLIW), today announced the appointment of former Acting General Counsel to the Department of Veterans Affairs, William (“Bill”) A. Hudson, Jr., to the Company’s Military & Government Advisory Board (“Advisory Board”).

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  • HOUSTON, TEXAS, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nexalin Technology, Inc. (the “Company” or “Nexalin”) (Nasdaq: NXL; NXLIW), today announced the appointment of former Acting General Counsel to the Department of Veterans Affairs, William (“Bill”) A. Hudson, Jr., to the Company’s Military & Government Advisory Board (“Advisory Board”).
  • Nexalin’s Advisory Board provides strategic advice and counsel to support the Company’s advancement of its non-invasive, frequency-based, deep-brain stimulation devices in U.S. military and government agencies.
  • Mr. Hudson is a partner in Tully Rinckey PLLC’s Washington, D.C. office where he focuses his practice on military, security clearance, and federal employment law.
  • Mark White, CEO of Nexalin Technology stated, “We are honored to welcome Col. Bill Hudson to the Military & Government Advisory Board.

Restaurant Technologies Breaks Another Sustainability Record

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Monday, April 1, 2024
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MINNEAPOLIS, Minn., April 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Restaurant Technologies broke its own sustainability record by recycling and converting more than 314 million pounds of used cooking oil (UCO) into renewable diesel or biodiesel in 2023, breaking the record set in 2022 by 25 million pounds.

Key Points: 
  • MINNEAPOLIS, Minn., April 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Restaurant Technologies broke its own sustainability record by recycling and converting more than 314 million pounds of used cooking oil (UCO) into renewable diesel or biodiesel in 2023, breaking the record set in 2022 by 25 million pounds.
  • With the support of renewable energy partners such as Chevron Renewable Energy Group , Restaurant Technologies converts 100% of UCO collected into renewable diesel or biodiesel.
  • “Sustainability is at the core of Restaurant Technologies, and creating a better world for all of us to live in is a foundational part of our values,” said Diana Geseking , General Counsel and Chair of Restaurant Technologies’ ESG Committee.
  • To learn more about Restaurant Technologies, its 2022 ESG report or 2023 ESG update , and how it supports customers in their pursuit of a more sustainable business, visit rti-inc.com/sustainability .

Blüm Responds to Allegations of Child Molestation By Bernard Steimann, “People’s California” Managing Member; Denounces Sexual Abuse of Children

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
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The statement is released in response to recently filed court documents that contain explicit detail of Bernard Steimann’s alleged sexual molestation of a minor.

Key Points: 
  • The statement is released in response to recently filed court documents that contain explicit detail of Bernard Steimann’s alleged sexual molestation of a minor.
  • The records indicate that a Request For Child Abduction Prevention Orders was filed as recently as March 19, 2024.
  • Blüm acknowledges that the allegations are not a determination of Mr. Steimann’s guilt or innocence, and trusts that they will be investigated by the appropriate authorities.
  • Nevertheless, the Company must take allegations of the nature described in the court documents with the utmost seriousness and concern.