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Waud Capital Announces Successful Exit of GI Alliance Following Close of its Apollo-led Recapitalization

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Thursday, September 15, 2022
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DALLAS, Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Waud Capital Partners, L.L.C. ("WCP") today announced it has completed its sale of a controlling ownership stake in GI Alliance ("GIA"), the nation's largest gastroenterology practice management company, as part of a physician-led buyout and recapitalization (the "Transaction").  The Transaction valued GIA at $2.2 billion and was facilitated by an investment from funds managed by Apollo (NYSE: APO).  As a result of the Transaction, GI Alliance's physician owners, led by James Weber M.D., CEO, own a controlling equity interest in GIA. 

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  • As a result of the Transaction, GI Alliance's physician owners, led by James Weber M.D., CEO, own a controlling equity interest in GIA.
  • "GI Alliance has achieved significant growth over the past four years, and I appreciate the support from our committed partners at WCP," said Dr. Weber.
  • With this transaction, GI Alliance will maintain its vision of being a physician-owned and physician-led organization.
  • Waud Capital Partners is a growth-oriented private equity firm with total capital commitments of approximately $3.7 billion since its founding in 1993.

Diamond Standard Closes $30 Million Series A Investment Round Led by Left Lane Capital and Horizon Kinetics

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Wednesday, September 14, 2022
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NEW YORK, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Diamond Standard Co., developer of the world's only regulator-approved diamond commodities, today announced the closing of a $30 million investment round co-led by Left Lane Capital and Horizon Kinetics .

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  • NEW YORK, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Diamond Standard Co., developer of the world's only regulator-approved diamond commodities, today announced the closing of a $30 million investment round co-led by Left Lane Capital and Horizon Kinetics .
  • With the recent launch of the Diamond Standard Bar and Diamond Standard Fund , additional production capacity is needed to meet rapidly growing investor demand.
  • "The Diamond Standard offerings are a perfect fit for the contrarian, innovation, value and inflation protection goals of Horizon Kinetics and like-minded investors," said Murray Stahl, Co-Founder & CEO of Horizon Kinetics.
  • Left Lane Capital has made investments into some of the most promising internet and consumer technology companies in four continents.

LEIBISH Hosts Festival of Argyle Tender Pink Diamonds

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Monday, August 29, 2022
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Named The Festival of Argyle Tender Pink Diamonds , an actual in-office exhibit rather than an online display can be viewed at LEIBISH New York, from Aug. 29 through Sept. 19, 2022.

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  • Named The Festival of Argyle Tender Pink Diamonds , an actual in-office exhibit rather than an online display can be viewed at LEIBISH New York, from Aug. 29 through Sept. 19, 2022.
  • The extraordinary assembly of 16 Argyle Tender stones is said to be the largest Tender stone collection in the world.
  • For four decades, Leibish has been steadily building its reputation for curating the best-of-breed in natural color diamonds , with a focus on the legendary Argyle pink diamonds.
  • The Festival of Argyle Tender Pink Diamonds salutes these years of prudent acquisition by displaying 16 standout diamonds from Argyle Tenders.

Visionary Education Technology Holdings Group Inc. Enters Letter of Intent to Acquire 75% Equity Interest of Shanghai Jinhuiercheng Technology Co., Ltd

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Wednesday, August 17, 2022
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The LOI is subject to our due diligence and the negotiation and execution of a definitive stock purchase agreement.

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  • The LOI is subject to our due diligence and the negotiation and execution of a definitive stock purchase agreement.
  • Pursuant to the LOI, the Company intends to purchase 75% of the shares of OMO and pays IBT $7.2 million in cash.
  • AboutVisionary Education Technology Holdings Group Inc.
    Visionary Education Technology Holdings Group Inc., headquartered in Markham, Canada, is a private education provider located in Canada that offers high-quality education resources to students around the globe.
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Envoy Global Appoints New President, Global and Chief Financial Officer, Expands International Reach

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Wednesday, August 10, 2022
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CHICAGO, Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Envoy Global, the immigration services provider that combines access to top legal talent with industry-leading technology to bring efficiency and transparency to the global immigration process, announces two new appointments to its executive leadership team. Sophy King will now serve as President, Global and Tetiana Compton has been elevated to Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Both of these elevations play an integral role in Envoy Global's continued global leadership and international reach.

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  • Sophy King will now serve as President, Global and Tetiana Compton has been elevated to Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
  • Both of these elevations play an integral role in Envoy Global's continued global leadership and international reach.
  • Based in London, Sophy King joined the company in January 2022 as Interim President, Global with two decades of experience in global immigration.
  • Founded in 1998, Envoy Global is a global immigration services provider offering the only immigration management platform that makes it seamless for companies to hire and manage an international workforce.

“World’s 50 Best” Winner Chef Alberto Landgraf Visits Canada for the First Time as Part of Nation’s Inaugural Cultural Chef Exchange Program

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Tuesday, August 2, 2022
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The Cultural Chef Exchange Program dives into the historical, cultural and environmental importance of his nations bounty, discerning Canadas true culinary value on the global stage.

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  • The Cultural Chef Exchange Program dives into the historical, cultural and environmental importance of his nations bounty, discerning Canadas true culinary value on the global stage.
  • Its mission: Show the world the best of Canadian food through the lens of the worlds best chefs.
  • Bringing Chef Landgraf here in wild, natural, cultural and culinary exploration we showcase the value and importance of true food diplomacy through travel.
  • About Chef Darren MacLean Chef Darren MacLean is one of Canadas most acclaimed and outspoken chefs, restaurateurs and environmental advocates.

eBay Launches Authentication for Fine Jewelry

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Wednesday, July 20, 2022
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SAN JOSE, Calif., July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As the marketplace's luxury categories continue to gain momentum with double digit growth, eBay announces the expansion of its Authenticity Guarantee to fine jewelry. Beginning today, in collaboration with GIA, the Gemological Institute of America, eligible new and pre-owned fine jewelry sold for $500+ will be available for the service. The offering will soon expand to include top designer brands like Bvlgari, Van Cleef & Arpels, David Yurman, Cartier and Tiffany & Co. This marks the expansion of eBay's authentication service to its fifth category, which currently includes sneakers, watches, handbags, and trading cards.

Key Points: 
  • "Collaborating with eBay on its Authentication Guarantee extends our mission, helping to protect the millions of eBay fine jewelry buyers and sellers."
  • By the end of 2022, jewelry authentication will roll out to all eligible listings and identified brands on the platform, making it easier and more trusted than ever to browse and buy fine jewelry on the marketplace.
  • Details on the jewelry authentication process are as follows:
    Multi-point inspection by experts: Jewelry is examined for authenticity by GIA experts with years of industry experience and knowledge.
  • Unique Authentication Card: Verified jewelry will receive a unique authentication card with a QR code.

Envoy Global Appoints New Director to Lead U.K. Group

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Tuesday, July 12, 2022
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In his new role, Lam will leverage his expertise and understanding of the U.K. immigration law landscape to lead Envoy Globals U.K. practice group.

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  • In his new role, Lam will leverage his expertise and understanding of the U.K. immigration law landscape to lead Envoy Globals U.K. practice group.
  • Prior to joining Envoy Global, he served as managing director for U.K.-based immigration practices Shores & Legal and Newland Chase, and other leading legal practices.
  • We are excited to have Antonio join Envoy Global as director of our U.K. practice.
  • Founded in 1998, Envoy Global is a global immigration services provider offering the only immigration management platform that makes it seamless for companies to hire and manage an international workforce.

Valued to be $616.5 Million by 2026, Superdisintegrants Slated for Robust Growth Worldwide

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Monday, July 4, 2022
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We are offering a complimentary access to qualified executives driving strategy, business development, sales & marketing, and product management roles at featured companies.

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  • We are offering a complimentary access to qualified executives driving strategy, business development, sales & marketing, and product management roles at featured companies.
  • Natural Superdisintegrants, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is projected to record a 6.6% CAGR and reach US$229 Million by the end of the analysis period.
  • The U.S. Market is Estimated at $120.3 Million in 2021, While China is Forecast to Reach $129.6 Million by 2026
    The Superdisintegrants market in the U.S. is estimated at US$120.3 Million in the year 2021.
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New Study from StrategyR Highlights a $142.2 Billion Global Market for Super Hi-Vision by 2026

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Monday, July 4, 2022
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SAN FRANCISCO, July 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A new market study published by Global Industry Analysts Inc., (GIA) the premier market research company, today released its report titled "Super Hi-Vision - Global Market Trajectory & Analytics" .

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, July 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A new market study published by Global Industry Analysts Inc., (GIA) the premier market research company, today released its report titled "Super Hi-Vision - Global Market Trajectory & Analytics" .
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    Amid the COVID-19 crisis, the global market for Super Hi-Vision estimated at US$47.2 Billion, is projected to reach a revised size of US$142.2 Billion by 2026, growing at a CAGR of 19.8% over the analysis period.
  • The U.S. Market is Estimated at $17.5 Billion in 2021, While China is Forecast to Reach $25.4 Billion by 2026
    The Super Hi-Vision market in the U.S. is estimated at US$17.5 Billion in the year 2021.
  • Global Industry Analysts, Inc., ( www.strategyr.com ) is a renowned market research publisher the world`s only influencer driven market research company.