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Washington Prime Group Announces Successful Completion of Financial Restructuring

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Thursday, October 21, 2021
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Washington Prime Group Inc. (WPG or the Company) today announced that it and each of its debtor affiliates have emerged from the Chapter 11 process, signifying the successful completion of the Companys financial restructuring and the implementation of its Plan of Reorganization (the Plan).

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  • Washington Prime Group Inc. (WPG or the Company) today announced that it and each of its debtor affiliates have emerged from the Chapter 11 process, signifying the successful completion of the Companys financial restructuring and the implementation of its Plan of Reorganization (the Plan).
  • With WPGs successful emergence from bankruptcy, Lou Conforti is stepping down from his role as chief executive officer.
  • Mark Yale, WPGs Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, and Josh Lindimore, the Companys Executive Vice President, Head of Leasing, will serve as interim Co-CEOs.
  • Washington Prime Group Inc. is a recognized leader in the ownership, management, acquisition and development of retail properties.

Harbert Infrastructure Receives ESG Performance Accolades from GRESB

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Thursday, October 21, 2021
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BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Oct. 21, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Harbert Management Corporation (HMC) is pleased to announce that its infrastructure investment strategy (Harbert Infrastructure) has received several accolades through the most recent Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB) annual assessment process.

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  • BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Oct. 21, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Harbert Management Corporation (HMC) is pleased to announce that its infrastructure investment strategy (Harbert Infrastructure) has received several accolades through the most recent Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB) annual assessment process.
  • GRESB is a leading organization for assessing and benchmarking environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance for real estate and infrastructure investments globally.
  • Harbert Infrastructure has participated in each of GRESBs annual infrastructure assessments since they began in 2016.
  • Harbert Infrastructure is also thankful for the hard work that the GRESB organization is doing to advance ESG transparency and performance.

Ricoh earns two 2021 Diversity Impact Awards for excellence in supporting communities and celebrating culture

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Thursday, October 21, 2021
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The awards come from the Global ERG Network , formerly the Association of ERGs & Councils, a practice group of Talent Dimensions .

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  • The awards come from the Global ERG Network , formerly the Association of ERGs & Councils, a practice group of Talent Dimensions .
  • Ricoh was recognized at the 2021 Diversity Impact Awards livestreamed ceremony, as part of the 2021 ERG & Council Conference in partnership with the USC Marshall School of Business Center for Effective Organizations, preceding the 2021 ERG Leadership Summit on September 17, 2021.
  • Ricoh's diversity calendar received the award for celebrating and honoring the culture and history of team members and their unique roles in the company's evolution.
  • "The 2021 Diversity Impact Awards represent the herculean efforts of Diversity Councils, ERGs, BRGs, and others to support their organizations through an unprecedented global pandemic," said Cile Johnson, Principle and Chief Business Officer at Talent Dimensions.

Purpose Investments Files Preliminary Prospectus for World’s First New Actively Managed and Option Strategy Yield Cryptocurrency ETFs and announces upcoming launch of private DeFi Opportunities Fund

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Wednesday, October 20, 2021
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TORONTO, Oct. 20, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Purpose Investments Inc. (Purpose Investments or Purpose) today announced the filing of a preliminary simplified prospectus and annual information form with the Canadian securities regulators in connection with the proposed launch of the worlds first actively managed cryptocurrency ETFs: Purpose Crypto Opportunities ETF, Purpose Bitcoin Yield ETF, and Purpose Ether Yield ETF (collectively, the Cryptocurrency ETFs).

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  • TORONTO, Oct. 20, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Purpose Investments Inc. (Purpose Investments or Purpose) today announced the filing of a preliminary simplified prospectus and annual information form with the Canadian securities regulators in connection with the proposed launch of the worlds first actively managed cryptocurrency ETFs: Purpose Crypto Opportunities ETF, Purpose Bitcoin Yield ETF, and Purpose Ether Yield ETF (collectively, the Cryptocurrency ETFs).
  • The filing follows Purposes launch of Purpose Bitcoin ETF and Purpose Ether ETF, the worlds first Bitcoin ETF and Ether ETF, respectively, earlier in the year.
  • Purpose Bitcoin Yield ETF seeks to provide unitholders with (a) monthly distributions and (b) long-term capital appreciation.
  • Purpose will act as manager of the cryptocurrency ETFs and portfolio manager for Purpose Bitcoin Yield ETF and Purpose Ether Yield ETF.

DGAP-News: Hannover Re commits to net zero targets in reinsurance, investments and business operations

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Wednesday, October 13, 2021
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Hannover Re commits to net zero targets in reinsurance, investments and business operations

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  • Hannover Re commits to net zero targets in reinsurance, investments and business operations
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  • Hannover Re commits to net zero targets in reinsurance, investments and business operations
    Hannover, 13October 2021: Hannover Re is committing to achieve net zero emissions in business operations by 2030 and in its reinsurance portfolio and investments by 2050.
  • In setting these targets Hannover Re supports the Paris Agreement on climate change aimed at limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius.
  • By committing to achieve the net zero targets Hannover Re is taking a major step towards advancing the transition to a climate-friendly economy.

"QVC Presents 28th Annual FFANY Shoes on Sale" Fundraiser on Track to Top $60 Million After Campaign Wraps on December 31

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Tuesday, October 12, 2021
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To date, QVC Presents FFANY Shoes on Sale, in collaboration with the Fashion Footwear Charitable Foundation, has raised more than $59.5 million for first-step cancer research and education.

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  • To date, QVC Presents FFANY Shoes on Sale, in collaboration with the Fashion Footwear Charitable Foundation, has raised more than $59.5 million for first-step cancer research and education.
  • The perennially popular campaign kicked off on QVC.com in early October and relies on wholesale donations from prominent footwear brands.
  • "For nearly 30 years, I have been proud to host the QVC Presents FFANY Shoes on Sale broadcast.
  • For more information about QVC Presents FFANY Shoes on Sale, or to shop the collection, visit QVC.com and search "FFANY."

Accupac Names Chad Holzer as Its New CEO

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Monday, October 11, 2021
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Mr. Holzer brings to Accupac extensive experience in numerous senior management roles across a range of industries, including specialty chemicals, packaging printing, and power generation.

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  • Mr. Holzer brings to Accupac extensive experience in numerous senior management roles across a range of industries, including specialty chemicals, packaging printing, and power generation.
  • Prior to the Flint Group, Mr. Holzer held several positions of increasing responsibility with the Dow Chemical Company for over eight years.
  • Willson Ropp, Accupac's Executive Chairman, said, "We are thrilled that Chad has joined Accupac as our new CEO.
  • Daniel Ilundain, a Partner of Palladium and Board Member of the company, added, "We are very excited to have Chad Holzer as Accupac's new CEO.

VanEck Continues to Enhance Its Lineup of Sustainability-Focused Offerings With the Launch of the VanEck Morningstar ESG MOAT ETF (MOTE)

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Thursday, October 7, 2021
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VanEck today announced the launch of the VanEck Morningstar ESG Moat ETF (CBOE: MOTE) , the newest addition to the firms lineup of moat investing ETFs as well as to VanEcks growing lineup of sustainability-focused investment solutions.

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  • VanEck today announced the launch of the VanEck Morningstar ESG Moat ETF (CBOE: MOTE) , the newest addition to the firms lineup of moat investing ETFs as well as to VanEcks growing lineup of sustainability-focused investment solutions.
  • "Our flagship VanEck Morningstar Wide Moat ETF (MOAT) has been well-received by the investor and advisor marketplaces since its inception in 2012.
  • Were excited to continue working with Morningstar, which remains a leader in equity research and innovative ESG analytics, added Rakszawski.
  • Morningstar, Inc. does not sponsor, endorse, issue, sell, or promote the VanEck Morningstar ESG Moat ETF, VanEck Morningstar Wide Moat ETF, VanEck Morningstar International Moat ETF, or VanEck Morningstar Global Wide Moat ETF and bears no liability with respect to the ETFs or any security.

SVPGlobal Expands Team Dedicated to Special Situations Investments in Global Real Estate Market

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Thursday, October 7, 2021
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These appointments bring SVPGlobal's Real Estate team to seven members, with plans for further growth in the near term.

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  • These appointments bring SVPGlobal's Real Estate team to seven members, with plans for further growth in the near term.
  • Victor Khosla, SVPGlobal's Founder and Chief Investment Officer, said, "The current break in the real estate market is presenting SVPGlobal with compelling investment opportunities.
  • The sector experience provided by Sujan, Anders, Joseph, and the rest of our Real Estate team will accelerate our pursuit of these opportunities during this pivotal period.
  • Mr. Hemmingsen joins SVPGlobal from Deutsche Bank where he served as head of CRE Special Situations Europe, a team focused on commercial real estate and distressed debt.

Palladium Equity Partners Named to Inc.'s 2021 List of Founder-Friendly Investors

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Thursday, October 7, 2021
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NEW YORK, Oct.7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Palladium Equity Partners, LLC, one of the nation's oldest minority-owned private equity firms with approximately $3 billion in assets under management, today announced that it has been named to Inc.'s 2021 Founder-Friendly Investors List, an annual list that recognizes investors with an established track record of success backing entrepreneurs.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct.7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Palladium Equity Partners, LLC, one of the nation's oldest minority-owned private equity firms with approximately $3 billion in assets under management, today announced that it has been named to Inc.'s 2021 Founder-Friendly Investors List, an annual list that recognizes investors with an established track record of success backing entrepreneurs.
  • "We are deeply honored to be named to Inc.'s list of Founder-Friendly Investors," said Marcos Rodriguez, Founder, Chairman and CEO of Palladium Equity Partners.
  • To compile the list, Inc. went straight to the source: entrepreneurs who have sold to private equity.
  • Palladium is a middle market private equity firm with approximately $3 billion in assets under management.