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ContextLogic Inc. Reports First-Quarter 2024 Financial Results

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Wednesday, May 8, 2024
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OAKLAND, Calif., May 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ContextLogic Inc. (Nasdaq: WISH) (“ContextLogic,” the “Company,” “we” or “our”) today reported its financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • OAKLAND, Calif., May 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ContextLogic Inc. (Nasdaq: WISH) (“ContextLogic,” the “Company,” “we” or “our”) today reported its financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2024.
  • Prior to the April 19, 2024 closing of the Asset Sale described below, ContextLogic owned and operated the Wish platform, a mobile ecommerce platform.
  • As a result of the Asset Sale, ContextLogic no longer owns the Wish platform or any of the related operating assets.
  • Since the Asset Sale was not completed until after the end of the first quarter, the financial results described below do not reflect the impact of the Asset Sale or our post-closing operations.

EcoSafi announces the first issuance of carbon credits in Africa under high-integrity Gold Standard MECD methodology

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Wednesday, May 8, 2024
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NAIROBI, Kenya, May 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, EcoSafi, the clean cooking biofuel utility and champion for integrity in carbon markets, and Gold Standard, the world-leading carbon and sustainable development standard, announced the first-ever carbon credits generated in Africa under Gold Standard’s industry-leading Metered and Measured Energy Cooking Devices (MECD) methodology.

Key Points: 
  • NAIROBI, Kenya, May 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, EcoSafi, the clean cooking biofuel utility and champion for integrity in carbon markets, and Gold Standard, the world-leading carbon and sustainable development standard, announced the first-ever carbon credits generated in Africa under Gold Standard’s industry-leading Metered and Measured Energy Cooking Devices (MECD) methodology.
  • We are working to give families a cleaner, safer way to cook, with our best-in-class product and trusted, premium carbon credits,” said Tom Price, CEO of EcoSafi.
  • Its MECD methodology is its most stringent, linking the calculation of the carbon credits directly to metrics like stove use and fuel sales.
  • Having proven the model for high integrity offsets commanding premium pricing, EcoSafi is now developing a multinational, multi-million carbon credit program under the Gold Standard MECD methodology.

Treez Introduces Treez Ecommerce, New Retailer-First Solution For Cannabis Operators

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Thursday, April 25, 2024
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The new offering, Treez Ecommerce, is the most direct, streamlined, and powerful ecommerce solution available on the market today.

Key Points: 
  • The new offering, Treez Ecommerce, is the most direct, streamlined, and powerful ecommerce solution available on the market today.
  • “Treez Ecommerce is crafted to align with the unique business model of cannabis retailers,” said Suresh Khanna, President and COO at Treez.
  • Treez Ecommerce stands out as a transformative solution tailored to the evolving needs of cannabis retailers.
  • Treez Ecommerce is now available to customers in California, with plans to roll out to all Treez POS markets by the end of Q2.

Leaders from Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For To Share Insights at For All Summit May 7-9

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024
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This annual event, now in its 19th season, brings together 1,500+ senior executives, thought leaders, industry analysts, and passionate workplace culture advocates from over 500 companies.

Key Points: 
  • This annual event, now in its 19th season, brings together 1,500+ senior executives, thought leaders, industry analysts, and passionate workplace culture advocates from over 500 companies.
  • Attendees will hear from CEOs and HR leaders at these award-winning companies about their experimental efforts to improve the workplace, including lessons learned and opportunities for future growth.
  • Angela Duckworth, bestselling author and speaker, will discuss her research into “grit” and how workplace leaders can help employees find resilience.
  • Attendees won’t want to miss these focus sessions with tactical expertise from operational leaders at the 100 Best Companies:
    How To Get Leaders To Adopt New Mindsets.

Peralta Community College District Seeks More Outstanding Leaders

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Saturday, April 20, 2024
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OAKLAND, California, April 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Peralta Community College District has opened a nationwide search to find ideal candidates to fill four leadership positions that will play a pivotal role in setting the future direction of the East Bay District.

Key Points: 
  • OAKLAND, California, April 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Peralta Community College District has opened a nationwide search to find ideal candidates to fill four leadership positions that will play a pivotal role in setting the future direction of the East Bay District.
  • “These roles are not simply about an opportunity for leadership, they are a unique chance to contribute to a vital educational mission that builds the foundation of opportunity for a large and incredibly diverse student population.”
    The Peralta Community College District comprises Berkeley City College, College of Alameda, Laney College, and Merritt College, all committed to providing world-class educational opportunities to one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation.
  • College of Alameda President: Lead the unique and vibrant College of Alameda, situated in the picturesque island city of Alameda.
  • Deputy Chancellor and Chief Operating Officer: A strategic and operational partner to the Chancellor in guiding the Peralta Community College District forward.

Peer Health Exchange Youth Advocates Build Solutions for Systemic Change

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024
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Oakland, CA, April 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Peer Health Exchange Community Youth Advocates Group is one of four groups that make up Peer Health Exchange’s Youth Advisory Board.

Key Points: 
  • Oakland, CA, April 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Peer Health Exchange Community Youth Advocates Group is one of four groups that make up Peer Health Exchange’s Youth Advisory Board.
  • The CYA group provides a platform for young advocates, aged 13-18, to voice their concerns and actively make positive change.
  • Youth participants are incentivized by Peer Health Exchange, and meet virtually, on a weekly basis to identify obstacles facing their peers and communities, co-create solutions, and implement these mechanisms to affect change.
  • For more information about Peer Health Exchange and its other youth engagement work, please visit www.peerhealthexchange.org .

ThredUp to Report First Quarter 2024 Financial Results on May 6, 2024

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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OAKLAND, Calif., April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ThredUp (NASDAQ: TDUP, LTSE: TDUP), one of the largest online resale platforms for apparel, shoes, and accessories, announced today that its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2024 will be released on Monday, May 6, 2024 after the close of the U.S. markets.

Key Points: 
  • OAKLAND, Calif., April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ThredUp (NASDAQ: TDUP, LTSE: TDUP), one of the largest online resale platforms for apparel, shoes, and accessories, announced today that its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2024 will be released on Monday, May 6, 2024 after the close of the U.S. markets.
  • ThredUp will host a conference call and live webcast that day at 1:30 p.m. PT / 4:30 p.m.
  • ET.
  • The live and archived webcast and all related earnings materials will be available at ThredUp’s investor relations website: ir.thredup.com/news-events/events-and-presentations.

YR Media’s Adult ISH Podcast Season 11 Spotlights Young Leaders “Standing Up”

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
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Oakland, California, April 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Adult ISH , the award-winning advice, culture, and storytelling podcast from YR Media and part of the Radiotopia podcast network from PRX, is launching its 11th season with the first of ten episodes dropping Thursday, April 11, 2024.

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  • Oakland, California, April 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Adult ISH , the award-winning advice, culture, and storytelling podcast from YR Media and part of the Radiotopia podcast network from PRX, is launching its 11th season with the first of ten episodes dropping Thursday, April 11, 2024.
  • What differences are there as a teen versus when you’re a legal adult?
  • “Season 11 is about young people being authentically themselves as they follow their passions.”
    “As YR Media celebrates 30 years of impact – producing audio with aspiring teen and young adult podcasters, journalists, and musicians – I’m excited that Adult ISH will amplify even more of our YR Media students’ voices in this season,” said YR Media CEO Kyra Kyles.
  • Learn more about the podcast here and follow along on social media:

100 Best Companies to Work For in 2024 Deliver ‘Staggering’ Business Performance

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
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Great Place To Work® has been producing the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® List since 1998.

Key Points: 
  • Great Place To Work® has been producing the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® List since 1998.
  • When FTSE Russell analyzed the historic returns of companies that made the list, it found the stock performance beat the market average by a factor of 3.68, or 1,896 percentage points.
  • The 2024 100 Best achieved total returns of 41.6%, outperforming the Russell 1000 by a 15.6% margin.
  • This ensures these companies will be best prepared for the many groundbreaking changes disrupting the business environment in the years ahead — in particular, navigating the future of artificial intelligence at work.