Small Business Saturday

Saudia Group New Brand Prioritizes Growth, Expansion and Localization

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Sunday, October 22, 2023

Ushering in a new era that drives aviation growth and innovation in alignment with Vision 2030

Key Points: 
  • As an aviation conglomerate, Saudia Group represents a dynamic and comprehensive ecosystem within the aviation industry that plays a key role in shaping Saudi Arabia's society and future.
  • Saudia Technic, formerly known as Saudia Aerospace Engineering Industries (SAEI), Saudia Academy, formerly known as Prince Sultan Aviation Academy (PSAA), Saudia Real Estate, formerly known as Saudi Airlines Real Estate Development Company (SARED), Saudia Private, formerly known as Saudia Private Aviation (SPA), Saudia Cargo, and Catrion, formerly known as Saudi Airlines Catering (SACC), all underwent a re-branding transformation in line with Saudia Group's complete new brand strategy.
  • The group also consists of Saudi Logistics Services (SAL), Saudi Ground Services Company (SGS), flyadeal, Saudia Medical Fakeeh, and Saudia Royal Fleet.
  • His Excellency Ibrahim Al Omar, Director General of Saudia Group, said: "This is an exciting time in the Group's history.

Generative AI could increase organizations' vulnerability to cyberattacks, KPMG poll finds

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

"Generative AI can help organizations bolster their security posture and gain efficiencies while doing so.

Key Points: 
  • "Generative AI can help organizations bolster their security posture and gain efficiencies while doing so.
  • However, the reality is cybercriminals will increase the use of generative AI in their attack strategies as well, and they can be much faster at adopting the technology than large organizations are.
  • Organizations with strong cybersecurity fundamentals in place will be better equipped to deal with the unknown risks of evolving technologies like generative AI," adds Mr. Nijjar.
  • Only eight per cent of CEOs cited improved cyberattack response capabilities as a benefit of implementing generative AI at their organizations.

Happiest Minds announces the formation of Product and Digital Engineering Services (PDES) Business Unit

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

Born Agile', Mindful IT Company, announced the formation of the Product and Digital Engineering Services (PDES) Business Unit by combining the Product Engineering Services (PES) and Digital Business Services (DBS) Business Units.

Key Points: 
  • Born Agile', Mindful IT Company, announced the formation of the Product and Digital Engineering Services (PDES) Business Unit by combining the Product Engineering Services (PES) and Digital Business Services (DBS) Business Units.
  • Joseph Anantharaju, who has been responsible for the consistent success of the Product Engineering Services BU from its inception, will take responsibility for this merged Business Unit and lead it to continued success.
  • Joseph Anantharaju, Executive Vice Chairman, Happiest Minds, said, "I am gratified to have been a part of Happiest Minds' successful journey since its inception, leading our Product Engineering Services BU to consistent and market-leading results.
  • I am excited to lead the merged Product and Digital Engineering Services (PDES) Business Unit and contribute to our $1bn journey by 2031. "

Happiest Minds announces the formation of Product and Digital Engineering Services (PDES) Business Unit

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, October 18, 2023

Born Agile', Mindful IT Company, announced the formation of the Product and Digital Engineering Services (PDES) Business Unit by combining the Product Engineering Services (PES) and Digital Business Services (DBS) Business Units.

Key Points: 
  • Born Agile', Mindful IT Company, announced the formation of the Product and Digital Engineering Services (PDES) Business Unit by combining the Product Engineering Services (PES) and Digital Business Services (DBS) Business Units.
  • Joseph Anantharaju, who has been responsible for the consistent success of the Product Engineering Services BU from its inception, will take responsibility for this merged Business Unit and lead it to continued success.
  • Joseph Anantharaju, Executive Vice Chairman, Happiest Minds, said, "I am gratified to have been a part of Happiest Minds' successful journey since its inception, leading our Product Engineering Services BU to consistent and market-leading results.
  • I am excited to lead the merged Product and Digital Engineering Services (PDES) Business Unit and contribute to our $1bn journey by 2031. "

SOME Opens Roberts Residences, A New Affordable Housing Building In Northeast Washington

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Friday, October 13, 2023

The 92,000 square-foot, 15-story building, now the tallest in Ward 5, stands as a testament to the ongoing commitment to provide affordable, high-quality housing to underserved residents in the nation's capital.

Key Points: 
  • The 92,000 square-foot, 15-story building, now the tallest in Ward 5, stands as a testament to the ongoing commitment to provide affordable, high-quality housing to underserved residents in the nation's capital.
  • "Today, with the unveiling of Roberts Residences, we are not just celebrating a building.
  • “This building also reflects a shared achievement, made possible through the steadfast commitment of partners such as the Department of Housing and Community Development and the D.C. Housing Finance Agency.
  • At DCHFA, it's a privilege to continue to work with them and we look forward to doing so much more.”

AMAZON PRIME BIG DEAL DAYS EARLY RESULTS ARE IN, NUMERATOR REPORTS

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023

Prime Big Deal Days Purchase Data Findings:

Key Points: 
  • Prime Big Deal Days Purchase Data Findings:
    The average Prime Big Deal Days spend per order is $55.86, which is down from July’s Prime Day sale but up slightly from last October’s Prime Early Access sale.
  • Nearly half (46%) of households shopping Prime Big Deal Days have already placed 2+ orders, and 6% placed 5+ orders within the first 30 hours of Prime Big Deal Days.
  • Prime Big Deal Days Verified Buyer Survey Findings:
    28% of Prime Big Deal Days shoppers say they purchased holiday gifts during the sale, with about one-third (30%) saying they completed at least half of their holiday gift shopping with their purchases.
  • Nearly half (45%) of Prime Big Deal Days shoppers said they bought items they had been waiting to purchase on sale, 33% said they bought items included in general Prime Big Deal Days deals, and 25% bought items included in Lightning Deals.

Newmont Cleared by PNG’s Securities Commission to Proceed with Proposed Acquisition of Newcrest

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023

Newmont Corporation (NYSE: NEM, TSX: NGT) announced that the Securities Commission of Papua New Guinea (SCPNG) has granted the necessary exemptions and other requested confirmations under PNG capital markets law to allow the Company to proceed with its proposed acquisition of Newcrest Mining Limited (ASX, TSX, PNGX: NCM).

Key Points: 
  • Newmont Corporation (NYSE: NEM, TSX: NGT) announced that the Securities Commission of Papua New Guinea (SCPNG) has granted the necessary exemptions and other requested confirmations under PNG capital markets law to allow the Company to proceed with its proposed acquisition of Newcrest Mining Limited (ASX, TSX, PNGX: NCM).
  • Last week, the Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) also indicated its approval of the proposed transaction.
  • All of the government regulatory approvals necessary for the transaction to proceed have now been secured.
  • Newmont also plans to establish a secondary listing of Newmont stock depositary interests on the PNGX from closing of the transaction.

THAT'S SO FETCH! COFFEE MATE® DEBUTS MEAN GIRLS LIMITED-TIME OFFERING, THE FIRST-EVER PINK COFFEE CREAMER

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

ARLINGTON, Va., Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Get in, losers, we're drinking coffee! It's October 3rd and we're making fetch happen with the launch of our limited-edition Coffee mate® Mean Girls Pink Frosting Flavored Creamer inspired by Paramount Pictures' hit comedy. It's the first-ever pink-colored creamer – Grool! – and it's here just in time for the 20th anniversary of the pop culture phenomenon.

Key Points: 
  • It's October 3rd and we're making fetch happen with the launch of our limited-edition Coffee mate® Mean Girls Pink Frosting Flavored Creamer inspired by Paramount Pictures' hit comedy.
  • On Wednesdays – and all days that end in "y" – coffee lovers can now drink pink thanks to our creamer that channels the sweet flavor of a cake filled with rainbows and smiles.
  • It's not our fault if you fall in love at first sip with the pink hue and rich frosting flavor or something!
  • That's why Coffee mate is thrilled to debut the category's first-ever pink creamer with Paramount's iconic Mean Girls movie," said Leonardo Aizpuru, Nestlé Vice President of Brand Marketing for the Beverage Division and Business Unit.

Flash Names Chris Donus as Chief Financial Officer

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Flash, providing the world's first end-to-end cloud-based parking, reservations, and EV Charging platform, announced today that Chris Donus has been named Flash's Chief Financial Officer, effective October 10, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Flash, providing the world's first end-to-end cloud-based parking, reservations, and EV Charging platform, announced today that Chris Donus has been named Flash's Chief Financial Officer, effective October 10, 2023.
  • We're excited to welcome him to our leadership team," said Flash CEO Dan Sharplin.
  • Donus most recently served as COO & CFO at Wheel Health, a venture-backed developer of a telehealth platform designed to connect companies and clinicians to deliver virtual care.
  • "Flash has a strong financial foundation and significant opportunities for value creation.

DKSH Healthcare Strengthens its Australian Business with the Acquisition of Partizan

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Monday, October 2, 2023

DKSH has closed the acquisition of Partizan Worldwide Pty Limited (“Partizan”), a leading patient support healthcare solutions provider in Australia.

Key Points: 
  • DKSH has closed the acquisition of Partizan Worldwide Pty Limited (“Partizan”), a leading patient support healthcare solutions provider in Australia.
  • With this acquisition, DKSH grows its patient services business in line with Business Unit Healthcare’s strategy to expand its market position and drive into higher added value segments and services.
  • Zurich, Switzerland, October 2, 2023 – DKSH has today announced the acquisition of Partizan, a leading patient services provider in the Australian pharmaceutical market, designing and delivering in-home treatment programs to patients on behalf of pharmaceutical companies.
  • DKSH acquires 100% of the business and Partizan’s management team and its employees will join DKSH’s Business Unit Healthcare.