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Cushman & Wakefield Appoints Michelle Felman to Board of Directors

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Thursday, November 2, 2023
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Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) today announced Michelle Felman has been appointed to its Board of Directors, effective November 2, 2023.

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  • Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) today announced Michelle Felman has been appointed to its Board of Directors, effective November 2, 2023.
  • “Michelle Felman’s achievements as an executive leader and advisor with experience in multifamily, retail and industrial bring meaningful expertise to Cushman & Wakefield.
  • We are honored to have Michelle as a member of the firm’s Board of Directors and look forward to working with her,” said Brett White, Executive Chairman of Cushman & Wakefield.
  • “I’m excited and pleased to join the Cushman & Wakefield Board of Directors as the firm continues to lead the industry conversation through the complexities of today’s real estate decision making,” said Michelle Felman.

McDonald's Presents... the As Featured In Meal

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Wednesday, August 9, 2023
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Introducing the As Featured In Meal, a collection of fan-favourite menu items that have made iconic appearances throughout film, television and music.

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  • Introducing the As Featured In Meal, a collection of fan-favourite menu items that have made iconic appearances throughout film, television and music.
  • "The As Featured In Meal is our biggest Famous Order yet, celebrating the most memorable McDonald's references across the world of entertainment."
  • And of course, we want fans to feel just as fresh and famous as their McDonald's As Featured In meal.
  • "The As Featured In Meal, our most Famous Order yet, celebrates the moments most memorable to Canadians, and around the world."

McDonald's Presents... the As Featured In Meal

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Wednesday, August 9, 2023
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CHICAGO, Aug. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- From classic films and binge-worthy comedies to hit songs and anime series, McDonald's has been famously featured in entertainment for decades. Now, we're giving fans a front-row seat to a new experience, headlined by some of their most beloved menu items. Introducing the As Featured In Meal, a collection of fan-favorite menu items that have made iconic appearances throughout film, television and music. Starting Aug. 14, the meal will be available in more than 100 countries across the globe and will co-star exclusive experiences for our fans, custom merch and never-before-seen content.

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  • Introducing the As Featured In Meal, a collection of fan-favorite menu items that have made iconic appearances throughout film, television and music.
  • For a limited time, fans can relive the magic of their favorite characters and artists with one of three main menu items and sides – all famously featured.
  • "The As Featured In Meal is our biggest Famous Order yet, celebrating the most memorable McDonald's references across the world of entertainment."
  • Starting on Aug. 14, fans who buy the As Featured In Meal can scan the code on the packaging to purchase pieces from the collab.

TEDCO Invests $1 Million of SSBCI Funds into Cerebro Capital, Inc.

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023
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COLUMBIA, Md., July 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TEDCO, Maryland's economic engine for technology companies, announced a recent State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) investment of $1 million into Cerebro Capital, Inc.

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  • Cerebro Capital , Inc., based in Baltimore, Md., is a business that offers a marketplace for commercial borrowers and lenders allowing for a faster, more efficient process of finding and closing loans.
  • "Cerebro Capital is helping businesses stay open through their innovative thinking," said Katherine Hill Ritchie , TEDCO's senior director, Venture Funds.
  • TEDCO's SSBCI funds are divided into four programs—the Venture Equity Fund, the Social Impact Equity Fund, the Seed Equity Fund program, and the Venture Capital Limited Partnership Equity program.
  • Entrepreneurs in the technology and life sciences sectors looking for more information about TEDCO's funding opportunities should visit https://www.tedcomd.com/funding .

Motown Records Enters the Metaverse with Exclusive Events and Immersive Second Life Experience

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023
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The collaboration includes the launch of Motown Records, a new immersive music experience and venue in Second Life that will be the home to in-world appearances by top classic and contemporary Motown artists.

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  • The collaboration includes the launch of Motown Records, a new immersive music experience and venue in Second Life that will be the home to in-world appearances by top classic and contemporary Motown artists.
  • Visitors to Motown Records can snag Styngs, which will allow Second Life Residents to attach Motown Records music snippets to their avatars.
  • There is also a dedicated Motown Records radio station in Second Life curated by Motown and STYNGR.
  • We’re thrilled this unprecedented partnership with Second Life will provide fans of the label’s trail-blazing artists with an unparalleled immersive experience.

Softeq Venture Studio Welcomes New Cohort of 14 Startups, Bringing Total Venture Fund Portfolio of Startups to 63

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023
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With the addition of this cohort class, the total number of startups supported by the Venture Fund and Studio has increased to 63.

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  • With the addition of this cohort class, the total number of startups supported by the Venture Fund and Studio has increased to 63.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230329005714/en/
    Softeq Venture Studio H1 2023 Cohort (Photo: Business Wire)
    “We are so proud of the success we have had with the Softeq Venture Studio, helping to support and secure funding for 63 startups to date through the Softeq Venture Fund.
  • Since the start of the Softeq Venture Studio 16 months ago, Softeq has raised 80 percent of its inaugural $40 million Softeq Venture Fund, invested in 63 startups, and executed dozens of demo days for investors and leaders in the Houston tech community and beyond.
  • To learn more about the Softeq Venture Studio and submit an application for the next cohort in H2 2023, visit www.softeq.com/venture-studio .

EQS-News: Supervisory Board appoints Dr. Michael Heckmeier as future CEO of Siltronic AG

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Sunday, January 22, 2023
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The Supervisory Board of Siltronic AG has appointed Dr. Michael Heckmeier as future CEO.

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  • The Supervisory Board of Siltronic AG has appointed Dr. Michael Heckmeier as future CEO.
  • He succeeds Dr. Christoph von Plotho (67), who has led the Company as CEO since 2010 and who will retire.
  • “We are very pleased to introduce Dr. Michael Heckmeier as an experienced successor to Dr. Christoph von Plotho,” said Dr. Tobias Ohler, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Siltronic AG.
  • As CEO Michael Heckmeier will lead Siltronic AG into the future with continued great success.“
    „We would like to thank Christoph von Plotho sincerely for his outstanding work at the top of Siltronic.

OUTSHINE® Launches Smoothie Cubes, An All-New, Blender-Free Snack Made with B Vitamins, Fiber and Vital Proteins® Collagen Peptides

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Wednesday, October 12, 2022
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OAKLAND, Calif., Oct. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Just in time to welcome new fall schedules, OUTSHINE®, a brand known for its wholesome frozen fruit bars, is launching new Smoothie Cubes, the company's first innovation in the frozen smoothie space. OUTSHINE® Smoothie Cubes allow busy adults to create blender-free, real fruit smoothies, making enjoying a nutritious snack easier than ever, whether at home or on the go. Each delicious flavor combination has nutrients to help consumers live their best lives.

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  • OUTSHINE Smoothie Cubes allow busy adults to create blender-free, real fruit smoothies, making enjoying a nutritious snack easier than ever, whether at home or on the go.
  • The Glow To: A green smoothie made with banana, pineapple, mango, date paste, spinach, kale, kiwi, cucumber, a touch of chia seed and VITAL PROTEINSCollagen Peptides .
  • The Gut Supporter: A tasty smoothie made with strawberries, banana, coconut cream, carrot juice, date paste, beet juice, a touch of chia seed and fiber.
  • "The Glow To Smoothie Cubes created in collaboration with Outshine and Vital Proteins offer one more way for wellness enthusiasts to easily incorporate collagen peptides in their daily routines."

UCLA Anderson School of Management to Host Global Sports Business Forum

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Friday, October 7, 2022
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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On October 21, the Center for Media, Entertainment & Sports at the UCLA Anderson School of Management will host UCLA's first annual Global Sports Business Forum at historic Pauley Pavilion on the UCLA campus. Featuring decision makers at media platforms, sports teams and leagues, and innovators at tech companies and global brands, the day-long forum will focus on the explosion of business opportunities across the sports ecosystem.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Oct. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On October 21, the Center for Media, Entertainment & Sports at the UCLA Anderson School of Management will host UCLA's first annual Global Sports Business Forum at historic Pauley Pavilion on the UCLA campus.
  • UCLA's first Global Sports Business Forum is 10/21, hosted by UCLA Anderson's Center for Media, Entertainment & Sports.
  • UCLA Anderson School of Management is among the leading business schools in the world, with faculty members globally renowned for their teaching excellence and research in advancing management thinking.
  • Here, some 1,800 students annually are trained to be global leaders seeking the business models and community solutions of tomorrow.

Heritage Global’s National Loan Exchange Division Appoints Ashley Arens-Yager as Assistant Vice President – Sale Operations

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Friday, April 8, 2022
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National Loan Exchange, Inc. (NLEX), a division of Heritage Global Inc. (Nasdaq: HGBL) and a leading loan sale advisor of charged off and nonperforming asset portfolios, announced today that Ashley Arens-Yager has joined its team as Assistant Vice President Sale Operations, where she will interface with the buyer network and support the internal growth initiatives.

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  • National Loan Exchange, Inc. (NLEX), a division of Heritage Global Inc. (Nasdaq: HGBL) and a leading loan sale advisor of charged off and nonperforming asset portfolios, announced today that Ashley Arens-Yager has joined its team as Assistant Vice President Sale Operations, where she will interface with the buyer network and support the internal growth initiatives.
  • At Jefferson Capital Systems, Ms. Arens-Yager curated and maintained business relationships with clients generating approximately $200 million in portfolio acquisitions annually.
  • We couldnt be more thrilled that Ashley is joining NLEX," said Chris Jenkins, Senior Vice President Sale Operations for National Loan Exchange.
  • NLEX is a subsidiary of Heritage Global Inc. (NASDAQ: HGBL) and a leading loan sale advisor in the United States and Canada.