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SKYY® Vodka Debuts SKYY® Vodka & Soda Canned Cocktails in the U.S.

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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NEW YORK, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SKYY® Vodka today announces the U.S. arrival of SKYY® Vodka & Soda, an effervescent, fresh-tasting premium canned cocktail available in two citrus-led flavors: Lemon & Elderflower, and Lime & Mint, flavors thoughtfully selected to enhance the freshness and flavor of the real SKYY® Vodka in the can. These convenient ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktails feature key ingredients including real SKYY® Vodka, soda, and natural citrus and botanical flavors, and they are gluten-free, vegan and 90 calories per cocktail.

Key Points: 
  • Worth the wait, SKYY® Vodka & Soda ready-to-drink cocktails come in two new expressions and are gluten-free, vegan and 90 calories.
  • The secret to the elevated taste of SKYY® Vodka & Soda is the use of real SKYY® Vodka.
  • In addition, each SKYY® Vodka & Soda ready-to-drink beverage is meticulously calibrated to ensure the carbonation is just right.
  • With an emphasis on convenience and sophistication, consumers can now enjoy SKYY® Vodka & Soda ready-to-drink cocktails wherever the day or night takes them.

Novogradac Announces Promotion of Five Principals to Partner

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Tuesday, January 2, 2024
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SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- National accounting and consulting enterprise Novogradac elevated five principals to partner Jan. 1–Dayle Dalling of the metro Philadelphia office; Ryan Rieger and Aaron Sherrard of the Dover, Ohio, office; Tong Tran of the Walnut Creek, California, office; and Jason Watkins of the metro Atlanta office.

Key Points: 
  • "My partners and I are proud to welcome these hard-working individuals to the partnership," said Michael J. Novogradac, managing partner of Novogradac.
  • "My partners and I are proud to welcome these hard-working individuals to the partnership," said Michael J. Novogradac, managing partner of Novogradac.
  • "Bolstering our leadership with these five new partners ensures we will continue to serve the community development world for years to come."
  • Rieger has contributed to various publications, including the Novogradac Journal of Tax Credits and the Novogradac New Markets Tax Credit Handbook and is a frequent speaker at industry events.

EPIC OZ FUND I LP Launches, Targeting $180M in Commitments

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Thursday, November 2, 2023
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NEW YORK, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- EPIC OZ FUND I LP (the "Fund"), a groundbreaking, women-led Opportunity Zone ("OZ") fund, is officially launching today. Seeking to drive positive change in communities and deliver attractive risk-adjusted rates of return to accredited investors, EPIC—representing Energy, P3 Real Estate, Infrastructure, and Community—aims to foster holistic growth and sustainable development in "opportunity zones" across the United States. As of its launch, the Fund is the only existing OZ fund with a mandate to invest in multiple asset types with a creative strategy called "ecosystem investing," which endeavors to create more sustainable and recession-proof investments that benefit all stakeholders.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- EPIC OZ FUND I LP (the "Fund"), a groundbreaking, women-led Opportunity Zone ("OZ") fund, is officially launching today.
  • Proudly 100% women-led, the Fund is steered by a diverse team, bringing a wide range of perspectives to the investment realm to address historically untapped markets.
  • Co-founder Rachel Vass says, "EPIC OZ Fund I is answering the question of what it would look like if you could invest in local economies and see growth in your portfolio as communities grow.
  • "The EPIC team is committed to driving real change and real impact in our communities," emphasizes co-founder Kelly Ann Winget.

OZ Digital Consulting's Dynamic New SVP of Digital Solutions is Focused on Future

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Thursday, October 19, 2023
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"It's very exciting to introduce such a dynamic talent to the OZ leadership team," OZ Chief Solutions Officer Emmanuel Ramos said.

Key Points: 
  • "It's very exciting to introduce such a dynamic talent to the OZ leadership team," OZ Chief Solutions Officer Emmanuel Ramos said.
  • "Steve brings a wealth of experience in strategic technology leadership and business growth, with a focus on driving digital transformation.
  • "I am thrilled to join OZ because of the company's unwavering commitment to innovation and excellence," Bakanov says.
  • To learn more about the wide range of digital consulting services, visit our website .

OZ Digital Consulting Takes Lead in Azure Cloud Ops with New SVP Hire

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023
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"For more than a quarter century, OZ has been about innovating from our core principles," OZ CEO Amjad Shamim says.

Key Points: 
  • "For more than a quarter century, OZ has been about innovating from our core principles," OZ CEO Amjad Shamim says.
  • "Which is to say, we evolve constantly, focus on outcome, and pursue and celebrate success as a team.
  • In his new role as SVP, Azure Leader, Milgram will, in partnership with the OZ R&D team, establish the Azure Technical Architecture vision, defining architectural standards and collaborate with technology practices to deliver cutting-edge solutions for clients, alongside an Azure Cloud Operations technology practice.
  • "I first met OZ Founder and CEO Amjad Shamim fifteen years ago while we both were speaking at the same conference," Milgram says.

Novogradac Promotes Nine Managers to Principal Across Country

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- National accounting and consulting enterprise Novogradac elevated nine managers to principal Sept. 1–Nathan Berrett of the Walnut Creek, California, office; Christoper Carothers and Michael Wong of the San Francisco office; Morgan Debusk of the Portland, Oregon, office; Cody Geissinger and Douglas Sellers of the Dover, Ohio, office; Nick Gettings of the St. Louis office; and Logan O'Sicky and Marcos Velazquez of the Cleveland office.

Key Points: 
  • "My partners and I are proud to promote this group of dedicated managers," said Michael J. Novogradac, managing partner of Novogradac.
  • Carothers provides audit and consulting services to clients that include real estate developers, real estate investment companies, stakeholders in renewable energy and nonprofit organizations.
  • He also specializes in financial reporting for consolidations, business combinations, sale-leaseback transactions and investment company fair value reporting.
  • Before joining Novogradac, he worked at a major accounting firm as a senior audit manager specializing in private equity and venture capital financial reporting.

CapZone Analytics Announces Release 1.0 of Compliance & Risk Management Software Platform for Qualified Opportunity Zone Funds

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Thursday, July 6, 2023
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The core of CapZone Analytics' platform is the OZ Rules Engine, which codifies IRS regulations for investors, Funds, and portfolio companies.

Key Points: 
  • The core of CapZone Analytics' platform is the OZ Rules Engine, which codifies IRS regulations for investors, Funds, and portfolio companies.
  • CapZone Analytics has engineered the OZ Risk Register to prioritize and mitigate critical compliance issues.
  • This tool flags compliance and risk issues that are the most likely to occur, and that have potential for substantial financial impact on Qualified Opportunity Funds (QOFs).
  • DEEP ELLUM, Texas, July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CapZone Analytics , the leading national provider of compliance and risk management technology solutions for the $180 billion Opportunity Zone (OZ) market, has announced Release 1.0 of its Compliance Platform.

New OZ Digital Consulting CRO Brings Extensive Experience, "Winning Mindset"

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Friday, May 12, 2023
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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., May 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- OZ Digital Consulting , a South Florida-based company leveraging modern technologies that empower businesses to digitally transform and accelerate growth globally, has announced Stephane Abitan as its new Chief Revenue Officer.

Key Points: 
  • FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., May 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- OZ Digital Consulting , a South Florida-based company leveraging modern technologies that empower businesses to digitally transform and accelerate growth globally, has announced Stephane Abitan as its new Chief Revenue Officer.
  • "Beyond that, however, Steph possesses the kind of winning mindset that not only helps propel a vision forward, but also inspires those around him.
  • At this exciting moment in our company's history, as OZ innovates on multiple fronts, these are attributes that will no doubt prove very valuable."
  • Steph will oversee the sales team for OZ as well as help continue to build and evolve the company's overall strategy.

OZ Digital Consulting Welcomes New Chief Technology Officer to Meet "Revolutionary Moment"

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Friday, April 14, 2023
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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., April 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- OZ Digital Consulting , a South Florida-based company leveraging modern technologies that empower businesses to digitally transform and accelerate growth globally, has announced Shabahat Ali as its new Chief Technology Officer.

Key Points: 
  • FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., April 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- OZ Digital Consulting , a South Florida-based company leveraging modern technologies that empower businesses to digitally transform and accelerate growth globally, has announced Shabahat Ali as its new Chief Technology Officer.
  • "So, yes, I believe Shabahat's wealth of experience—particularly in cloud technologies, digital transformations, and security—will be a boon to us.
  • But I am just as excited about the bold vision and collaborative mindset he brings to the table.
  • "Shabahat is a seasoned professional with vast expertise and a proven track record of success in leading complex projects and building high-performing teams," OZ Chief Solutions Officer Emmanuel Ramos adds.

CiDRA Awarded a Services Contract for First of a Kind Grind Circuit Rougher at OZ Minerals’ Carrapateena Mine Site

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Tuesday, April 11, 2023
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OZ Minerals and CiDRA Minerals Processing Inc. (“CiDRA”) have commissioned a front end engineering and design (“FEED”) study for a full-scale implementation of CiDRA’s novel minerals separation technology at the Carrapateena mine site.

Key Points: 
  • OZ Minerals and CiDRA Minerals Processing Inc. (“CiDRA”) have commissioned a front end engineering and design (“FEED”) study for a full-scale implementation of CiDRA’s novel minerals separation technology at the Carrapateena mine site.
  • Applying CiDRA’s novel technology as a Grind Circuit Rougher will help remove coarse material from the grind circuit circulating loads, enabling an increase in plant throughput.
  • The services will be executed by Worley teams in Adelaide, Calgary and on secondment to CiDRA’s facility in Wallingford, CT.
  • Joe Seppelt, Manager-Processing at OZ Minerals’ Carrapateena mine stated, “OZ Minerals is excited to be working with the CiDRA and Worley teams on this world class project.