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WISeKey Subsidiary WISe.ART Honors Marina Fita at Mayte Spínola Gold Medal Ceremony

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

At the event, Marina Fita was awarded the Spinola medal by Mayte, an incredible honor presented to her by its founder.

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  • At the event, Marina Fita was awarded the Spinola medal by Mayte, an incredible honor presented to her by its founder.
  • Marina’s musical academic journey began in 2008 at the Velluters Professional Conservatory of Music in Valencia, specializing in piano.
  • She went on to obtain the title of Technician in Professional Musical Education in Piano and Lyric Singing, also receiving an honorable mention in Lyric Singing.
  • WISe.ART’s event allowed Marina to present her talent to a distinguished audience, further establishing herself as a promising soprano.

Baron Discovery Fund Marks 10-Year Anniversary

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

For retail and R6 shares, visit baronfunds.com .

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  • For retail and R6 shares, visit baronfunds.com .
  • “We believe small-cap stocks’ growth potential and valuations in general remain very compelling compared with the broader U.S. equity market,” Laird said.
  • “We look forward to applying the same investment approach we have honed over the last decade to managing the Fund for the next 10 years and many more beyond that.”
    For more information on Baron Discovery Fund, please go to baronfunds.com .
  • The 30th Annual Baron Investment Conference will take place on Friday, November 10, at the Metropolitan Opera House in New York.

Over 5,000 Shareholders and Clients Attend 30th Annual Baron Investment Conference

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Friday, November 10, 2023

Baron Capital held its 30th Annual Baron Investment Conference today at the Metropolitan Opera House at Lincoln Center in New York City.

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  • Baron Capital held its 30th Annual Baron Investment Conference today at the Metropolitan Opera House at Lincoln Center in New York City.
  • "It’s a privilege for us to host the Annual Baron Investment Conference, which gives us the opportunity to meet our clients and shareholders and introduce them to the leadership of companies in which we are invested,” said Ron Baron, Chairman, CEO, and Founder of Baron Capital.
  • Baron Capital also provides, at its own expense, entertainment in appreciation of the support of our clients and shareholders.
  • We look forward to seeing everyone back next year for the 31st Annual Baron Investment Conference."

Museum Of The City Of New York Presents “People, Place, and Influence: The Collection At 100”

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Monday, October 2, 2023

“People, Place, and Influence is a testament to the enduring themes that have defined our museum over the last 100 years.

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  • “People, Place, and Influence is a testament to the enduring themes that have defined our museum over the last 100 years.
  • Also included: A look back at the history and founding of the Museum of the City of New York -- its role as the first city museum in the U.S. and the only museum dedicated to telling the story of New York.
  • The Museum is grateful to Barbara Jakobson for her visionary donation of these iconic tiles to our collection.
  • Curated by film programmer Jessica Green, the series offers a journey through New York City, decade by decade, over the last century.

Over 4000 Baron Funds' Shareholders Attend 29th Annual Baron Investment Conference Featuring Elon Musk, Kirsten Lynch, Ajei Gopal, Joel Marcus

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Friday, November 4, 2022

Shareholders of the 19 Baron Funds were invited to the all-day conference, which included presentations from leaders of businesses in which the funds have invested and sessions with Baron Funds' portfolio managers.

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  • Shareholders of the 19 Baron Funds were invited to the all-day conference, which included presentations from leaders of businesses in which the funds have invested and sessions with Baron Funds' portfolio managers.
  • The Baron Funds' investment team includes Ron Baron, portfolio manager of Baron Growth Fund, Baron Partners Fund, Baron Focused Growth Fund, and Baron Wealth Builder Fund; Michael Baron, co-portfolio manager of Baron Partners Fund and Baron WealthBuilder Fund; David Baron, co-portfolio manager of Baron Focused Growth Fund; Cliff Greenberg, portfolio manager of Baron Small Cap Fund; Alex Umansky, portfolio manager of Baron Fifth Avenue Growth Fund, Baron Global Advantage Fund, and Baron Durable Advantage Fund; Mike Lippert, portfolio manager of Baron Opportunity Fund and co-portfolio manager of Baron Technology Fund; Andrew Peck, portfolio manager of Baron Asset Fund; Michael Kass, portfolio manager of Baron International Growth Fund, Baron Emerging Markets Fund and co-portfolio manager of Baron New Asia Fund; Jeff Kolitch, portfolio manager of Baron Real Estate Fund and Baron Real Estate Income Fund, Laird Bieger and Randy Gwirtzman, portfolio managers of Baron Discovery Fund, Neal Kaufman, portfolio manager of Baron Health Care Fund, Josh Saltman, portfolio manager of Baron FinTech Fund; Anuj Aggarwal, co-portfolio manager of Baron New Asia Fund, and Ashim Mehra, co-portfolio manager of Baron Technology Fund.
  • Baron Funds include 19 no-load mutual funds: Baron Asset Fund (BARAX; BARIX), Baron Growth Fund (BGRFX; BGRIX), Baron Small Cap Fund (BSCFX; BSFIX), Baron Opportunity Fund (BIOPX; BIOIX), Baron Fifth Avenue Growth Fund (BFTHX; BFTIX), Baron Partners Fund (BPTRX; BPTIX), Baron Focused Growth Fund (BFGFX; BFGIX), Baron Discovery Fund (BDFFX; BDFIX), Baron International Growth Fund (BIGFX; BINIX), Baron Emerging Markets Fund (BEXFX; BEXIX), Baron Global Advantage Fund (BGAFX; BGAIX), Baron Real Estate Fund (BREFX; BREIX), Baron Health Care Fund (BHCFX, BHCHX), Baron Real Estate Income Fund (BRIFX, BRIIX), Baron Wealth Builder Fund (BWBFX, BWBIX), Baron Durable Advantage Fund (BDAFX, BDAIX), Baron New Asia Fund (BNAFX, BNAIX), Baron FinTech Fund (BFINX, BNAIX), and Baron Technology Fund (BTEEK, BTECX).
  • Portfolio holdings as a percentage of net assets as of September 30, 2022 for securities mentioned are as follows: Tesla, Inc. Baron Opportunity Fund (5.1%), Baron Partners Fund (45.5%*), Baron Fifth Avenue Growth Fund (5.4%), Baron Focused Growth Fund (22.3%), Baron Global Advantage Fund (3.3%), Baron Technology Fund (3.4%); Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. Baron Asset Fund (0.6%), Baron Growth Fund (1.7%), Baron Partners Fund (3.2%*), Baron Focused Growth Fund (4.4%), Baron Real Estate Fund (2.8%), Baron Real Estate Income Fund (1.5%); ANSYS, Inc. Baron Asset Fund (3.2%), Baron Growth Fund (3.5%); Vail Resorts, Inc. Baron Asset Fund (3.3%), Baron Growth Fund (6.9%), Baron Real Estate Fund (1.2%), Baron Real Estate Income Fund (2.2%); Baron Health Care Fund (0.8%).

TAIT Hires Butch Allen as VP, Global Project Development

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Wednesday, October 12, 2022

TAIT , the global group of designers, fabricators, engineers, and innovators for live and location-based experiences, announced that Butch Allen has joined the company as Vice President, Global Project Development.

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  • TAIT , the global group of designers, fabricators, engineers, and innovators for live and location-based experiences, announced that Butch Allen has joined the company as Vice President, Global Project Development.
  • Allen will focus on deepening relationships and bringing a creative approach to a broad range of markets and product portfolio.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221012005706/en/
    TAIT Hires Butch Allen as VP, Global Project Development (Photo: Business Wire)
    We see great value in the 30-plus years of industry experience, relationships, and creativity Butch brings to the TAIT team, said Gemma Hodgson, SVP Global Business Development at the TAIT Group.
  • Working alongside my TAIT colleagues all these years Ive learned that we share a mutual passion for pushing the envelope of what one can do with storytelling in the real world, said Butch Allen.

Mark Dakin Joins TAIT’s UK Team, Where Theatre Meets Rock n’ Roll

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Thursday, September 1, 2022

TAIT, the global creative engineering group for live experience environments, has confirmed the appointment of Mark Dakin as Managing Director of TAIT Neasden & Haverhill in the United Kingdom.

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  • TAIT, the global creative engineering group for live experience environments, has confirmed the appointment of Mark Dakin as Managing Director of TAIT Neasden & Haverhill in the United Kingdom.
  • In this new role, Mark will oversee local business operations, team and clients, while working closely with the Global Executive Group.
  • It takes a unique group of people to make it happen and were delighted that Mark is joining our leadership team.
  • TAIT has four locations across the UK; Wakefield, Haverhill, Neasden and Hampton employing almost 400 people.

TAIT to Acquire Thinkwell

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Tuesday, March 8, 2022

Thinkwell will join the TAIT Group, comprised of a roster of unparalleled innovators, to set a new standard for the live and location-based entertainment industry, positioning TAIT as the most comprehensive end-to-end developer of entertainment and experiences.

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  • Thinkwell will join the TAIT Group, comprised of a roster of unparalleled innovators, to set a new standard for the live and location-based entertainment industry, positioning TAIT as the most comprehensive end-to-end developer of entertainment and experiences.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220308005957/en/
    Operating since 1978, TAIT is a premier, global leader in the live entertainment industry.
  • For over 20 years, Thinkwell has been creating compelling, immersive experiences with nearly 2,000 projects in 28 countries around the world.
  • Thinkwells trusted reputation, exceptional talent and extensive portfolio are valued by all of us at TAIT, said Adam Davis, CEO, the TAIT Group.

TAIT Acquires ITEC Entertainment

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Thursday, October 28, 2021

TAIT, the global group of creative engineers, fabricators, producers and technologists for live entertainment environments, announced today its acquisition of ITEC Entertainment (ITEC), an industry leader of worldwide solutions in entertainment design, technology, and project development.

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  • TAIT, the global group of creative engineers, fabricators, producers and technologists for live entertainment environments, announced today its acquisition of ITEC Entertainment (ITEC), an industry leader of worldwide solutions in entertainment design, technology, and project development.
  • ITEC will join the TAIT group comprised of a roster of unparalleled innovators who set the standard for the industry, creating the most comprehensive end-to-end developer of entertainment projects and solutions.
  • Operating since 1978, TAIT is a premier, global leader in the live entertainment industry.
  • We felt it was a natural progression to join TAITs long legacy of success in the live entertainment industry and rising growth in the theme park and attractions world, said Bill Coan, President & CEO, ITEC Entertainment.