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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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  • RENO, Nev., April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- April is Financial Literacy Month, a great time to prioritize understanding your finances and making informed decisions.
  • "Financial literacy is crucial for navigating challenging financial situations.
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Veteran Energy Attorney Lloyd Bennack Joins Nexus PMG as General Counsel to Support Company's North American Expansion

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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HOUSTON, April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Nexus PMG, the leading global low-carbon infrastructure, advisory, development and investment firm, announced that industry veteran Lloyd Bennack has joined the company as its new General Counsel. As the new chief of legal operations, Lloyd will oversee legal matters in operations, corporate finance, employment and other areas for Nexus PMG as the company expands its operations throughout North America.

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  • Bennack brings over three decades of experience as a legal officer to Nexus PMG to support the company's continued expansion in North American markets.
  • In 2006, Bennack began his work in energy transition at Goldman Sachs' renewable company, Horizon Wind Energy.
  • As Houston's leadership as the energy capital of the world shifts toward net-zero energy solutions, Nexus PMG is helping traditional energy leaders across the state and nation navigate a new energy era.
  • "Houston has a lot of talent in the energy and technology sectors, and its entrepreneurial spirit is something that Nexus embodies entirely," said Lloyd Bennack, General Counsel at Nexus PMG.

Nauticus Robotics Tests Aquanaut Mk2 Vehicle, Announces 2023 Results

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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HOUSTON, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Nauticus Robotics, Inc. ("Nauticus" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: KITT) today announced preliminary testing results for its Aquanaut Mk2 vehicle and financial results for the quarter and year ended December 31, 2023.

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  • HOUSTON, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Nauticus Robotics, Inc. ("Nauticus" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: KITT) today announced preliminary testing results for its Aquanaut Mk2 vehicle and financial results for the quarter and year ended December 31, 2023.
  • "We successfully raised additional capital, reorganized our operations, materially reduced expected G&A costs, and initiated sea trials for our Aquanaut Mk2 vehicle in the Gulf of Mexico.
  • Aquanaut Testing: Nauticus' Aquanaut Mk2 vehicle exceeded expectations during its initial tests in the Gulf of Mexico, including launch and recovery, emergency procedures, and maneuverability.
  • 2024 G&A Cost: Nauticus is expecting to reduce G&A costs from $18.2 million in 2023 to $8.3 million in 2024.

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.

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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.
  • 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.

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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.
  • 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.

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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.
  • “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.

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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.
  • 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.

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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.
  • 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.

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  • 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).

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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).
  • 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.