United Rentals Completes the Acquisition of General Finance Corporation

United Rentals Completes the Acquisition of General Finance Corporation

STAMFORD, Conn.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
United Rentals, Inc. (NYSE: URI) (“United Rentals”) today announced that it has completed the previously announced acquisition of General Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: GFN) (“General Finance”).

Matthew Flannery, chief executive officer of United Rentals, said, “We’re delighted to welcome our new customers and team members to United Rentals. This is an acquisition with strong strategic and financial merits, timed to serve the increasing demand in our end markets. It expands our growth capacity with the addition of leading mobile storage and modular office solutions, including over 900 employees with complementary expertise. As customers turn to us for the equipment they need, we’re giving them the industry’s most complete range of solutions to help them succeed.”

The company plans to update its 2021 financial outlook to reflect the combined operations when it releases financial results for the second quarter in July.

The acquisition of General Finance was structured as a merger under Section 251(h) of the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware, following the successful completion of the cash tender offer by UR Merger Sub VI Corporation, a Delaware corporation and wholly-owned subsidiary of United Rentals, to purchase all outstanding shares of common stock of General Finance for $19.00 per share net to the holder thereof in cash, without interest, less any applicable withholding of taxes.

As a result of the merger, all remaining shares of common stock of General Finance (other than those shares held by General Finance, United Rentals (North America), Inc., a Delaware corporation and a wholly owned subsidiary of United Rentals, or Merger Sub) were cancelled and converted into the right to receive $19.00 per share net to the holder thereof in cash, without interest, less any applicable withholding of taxes. Following the completion of the merger, all of the issued and outstanding shares of General Finance’s preferred stock will be redeemed in accordance with their terms, and General Finance’s common stock, Series C preferred stock and unsecured senior notes will be delisted from trading on the NASDAQ Global Select Market.

Sullivan & Cromwell LLP acted as United Rentals’ legal advisor in the transaction. Morrison and Foerster LLP acted as General Finance’s legal advisor and D.A. Davidson acted as its financial advisor.

About United Rentals

United Rentals, Inc. is the largest equipment rental company in the world. The company has an integrated network of 1,156 rental locations in North America and 11 in Europe. In North America, the company operates in 49 states and every Canadian province. The company’s approximately 18,250 employees serve construction and industrial customers, utilities, municipalities, homeowners and others. The company offers approximately 4,000 classes of equipment for rent with a total original cost of $13.49 billion. United Rentals is a member of the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index, the Barron’s 400 Index and the Russell 3000 Index® and is headquartered in Stamford, Conn. Additional information about United Rentals is available at unitedrentals.com.

About General Finance Corporation

Headquartered in Pasadena, California, General Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: GFN) is a leading specialty rental services company offering portable storage, modular space and liquid containment solutions. General Finance’s North America operations consist of wholly-owned subsidiaries Pac-Van, Inc., a leading provider of portable storage and office containers, mobile offices and modular buildings; and Lone Star Tank Rental Inc., a provider of liquid storage tank containers. Additionally, General Finance has wholly-owned subsidiaries Royal Wolf, a leading lessor of portable storage solutions in Australia and New Zealand; and Southern Frac, LLC, a manufacturer of portable liquid storage tank containers in North America and, under the trade name Southern Fabrication Specialties, other steel products.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, known as the PSLRA. Forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from such forward-looking statements. These statements are based on current plans, estimates and projections, and, therefore, you should not place undue reliance on them. No forward-looking statement, including any such statement concerning the completion and anticipated benefits of the Offer, Merger or other transactions described in this press release (collectively, the “Transactions”), can be guaranteed, and actual results may differ materially from those projected. United Rentals undertakes no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Forward-looking statements are not historical facts, but rather are based on current expectations, estimates, assumptions and projections about the business and future financial results of the equipment rental industries, and other legal, regulatory and economic developments. We use words such as “anticipates,” “believes,” “plans,” “expects,” “projects,” “future,” “intends,” “may,” “will,” “should,” “could,” “estimates,” “predicts,” “potential,” “continue,” “guidance” and similar expressions to identify these forward-looking statements that are intended to be covered by the safe harbor provisions of the PSLRA. Actual results could differ materially from the results contemplated by these forward-looking statements due to a number of factors, including, but not limited to, those described in the SEC reports filed by United Rentals and General Finance, as well as the possibility that (1) problems may arise in successfully integrating the businesses of United Rentals and General Finance, including, without limitation, problems associated with the potential loss of any key employees of General Finance; (2) the Transactions may involve unexpected costs, including, without limitation, the exposure to any unrecorded liabilities or unidentified issues that we failed to discover during the due diligence investigation of General Finance or that are not covered by insurance, as well as potential unfavorable accounting treatment and unexpected increases in taxes; (3) our business may suffer as a result of uncertainty surrounding the Transactions, any adverse effects on our ability to maintain relationships with customers, employees and suppliers, or the inherent risk associated with entering a geographic area or line of business in which we have no or limited experience; and (4) the industry may be subject to future risks that are described in the “Risk Factors” section of the Annual Reports on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and other documents filed from time to time with the SEC by United Rentals or General Finance. United Rentals gives no assurance that it will achieve its expectations and does not assume any responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of the forward-looking statements.

The foregoing list of factors is not exhaustive. You should carefully consider the foregoing factors and the other risks and uncertainties that affect the businesses of United Rentals and General Finance described in the “Risk Factors” section of the Annual Reports on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and other documents filed from time to time with the SEC by United Rentals or General Finance. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date hereof. United Rentals undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as may be required by applicable securities laws.

Ted Grace

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Cell: (203) 399-8951

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IIROC Trading Halt – AUAU

Canada NewsWire

VANCOUVER, BC, May 25, 2021 /CNW/ – The following issues have been halted by IIROC:

Company: Allegiant Gold Ltd.

TSX-Venture Symbol:  AUAU

All Issues: Yes

Reason: At the Request of the Company Pending News

Halt Time (ET): 9:23 AM

IIROC can make a decision to impose a temporary suspension (halt) of trading in a security of a publicly-listed company. Trading halts are implemented to ensure a fair and orderly market. IIROC is the national self-regulatory organization which oversees all investment dealers and trading activity on debt and equity marketplaces in Canada.

SOURCE Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada (IIROC) – Halts/Resumptions

Frontline Education Announces Market-Leading Enhancements to Human Capital Management Solutions with Advanced Connectivity and Visibility to Reduce Administrative Burden for K-12 Districts

Centralized data and streamlined processes reduce complexity and give leaders and staff more time to focus on student growth and outcomes

Malvern, PA, May 25, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Frontline Education, a leading provider of K-12 school administration software, today announced significant enhancements to Frontline’s human capital management solutions with a focus on connectivity and employee lifecycle management. Frontline’s human capital management suite provides powerful and connected solutions, replacing complex and time-consuming processes that required districts to access data across multiple disparate systems. With this release, districts leveraging Frontline solutions can manage critical employee information across their recruiting and hiring, absence and time management, professional growth and human resource management solutions in one central location.

“K-12 districts across the country continue to face unprecedented challenges including learning loss, teacher shortages and funding decisions that add complexity to their existing roles and responsibilities. Now more than ever, adaptability as well as proper time and resource management is critical to every district’s success,” said Mark Gruzin, CEO of Frontline Education. “Frontline’s human capital management solutions help districts maximize their resources, increasing the impact and effectiveness of each HR interaction and support the enhancement of their programs from recruitment to retirement.”

 

Frontline’s human capital management solutions provide K-12 leaders with improved functionality and greater visibility into the most important activities across schools and districts, increasing efficiencies in employee records management, mitigating risks and ensuring compliance for educators and school staff. At the heart of the suite is Frontline Central, a connected workflow and form automation solution that enables data-driven decision-making and reduces time spent on manual administrative work. Frontline Central makes it easy to onboard new employees and manage employee records with a single point of entry for demographics shared across all HCM solutions. Additional value to Frontline Education clients includes eliminating duplicate entry and discrepancies, managing the annual contract renewals, and providing employees with self-service capabilities.

 

“We had to generate many complex reports and spent a lot of time going back through individual employee files to make updates. We needed a more efficient, connected system to maximize our resources and expedite our processes,” said Amy Vaughan, Human Resources Clerk and Marlee Bertram, Deputy Payroll Clerk of Grayson County School District. “Frontline gives us a comprehensive view of all employees and staff with proactive notifications to keep our records current as well as comparative data and historical information to support our budget and planning needs. We are excited to get everyone on the same page and significantly cut down our time to input and manage our employees.”

 

Frontline Education continues to anticipate and adapt to the evolving human capital management needs of the K-12 education community, including more than 9500 districts nationwide. As the centralized hub for employee information and workflows across Frontline’s human capital management solutions, the enhancements to Frontline Central streamline employee lifecycle management and allow district leaders to spend more time engaged with their educators, students and staff.

 

“We are committed to continuous innovation across Frontline’s human capital management solutions, further strengthening the capabilities and functionality in Frontline Recruiting & Hiring, Frontline Absence & Time, Frontline Professional Growth and Frontline HRMS (human resources management system) to address critical K-12 needs,” said Kevin Haugh, Chief Product Officer of Frontline Education. “By eliminating inefficient workflows and duplicate data entry, expediting form completion and facilitating compliance, our goal is to streamline school administration processes, return time and resources to school staff and help place a qualified teacher in every classroom to support student growth and improve outcomes.”

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About Frontline Education:

Frontline Education is a leading provider of school administration software and services purpose-built for K-12 to support the growth of people and optimize the management of processes. With solutions for human capital management, student management, and business operations, Frontline partners with school systems to deliver tools, data and insights for greater efficiency, productivity, and performance resulting in more time for initiatives that matter to the education community.

Frontline’s broad portfolio includes solutions for proactive recruiting and hiring, absence and time, professional growth, student information systems, special education, special programs, Medicaid reimbursement, school health management, payroll, benefits and financial management. Educational organizations representing over 80,000 schools, millions of educators, administrators and support personnel have partnered with Frontline Education in their efforts to develop the next generation of learners.

Frontline Education corporate headquarters are in Malvern, PA, with offices in Roseville, CA; Salinas, CA; Naperville, IL; Andover, MA; Walled Lake, MI; New York, NY; Rockville Centre, NY; Brecksville, OH; Austin, TX and Plano, TX as well as a growing remote workforce.

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Mercor Finance Launches $MRCR IDO as the First BSCstarter ‘Certified START Project’ on May 26

Mercor Finance will decentralize algorithmic trading by supporting developers with tools to build while creating accessibility and ease for investors to profit

BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS, May 25, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — (via Blockchain Wire) – BSCstarter (https://www.bscstarter.finance), the first community-oriented launchpad for Binance Smart Chain (BSC), today announced the Mercor Finance (https://mercor.finance/) IDO will launch as the first ‘Certified START Project’ on the BSCstarter platform. As a social platform giving everyday cryptocurrency traders the opportunity to directly invest using complex algorithms, Mercor Finance aims to disrupt financial markets by building a bridge between algorithmic trading and investors worldwide, granting access to the exclusive world of algorithmic trading to everyday traders.

Selected by the BSCstarter team and appointed council, Mercor Finance’s ‘Certified START IDO Project’ approval will grant Mercor end-to-end support from BSCstarter, including IDO guidance, marketing, community support, access to private investors and launch coordination with exchanges and market makers, increasing its legitimacy. 

“Certified START introduces a new level of IDOs for $START-ers. Each Certified IDO is hand-picked, where both the identity of all team members and the concept of the project are highly vetted,” said Lionel Iruk, BSCstarter Legal Advisor. “Operating as both a service provider and gatekeeper, only the best possible projects are considered ensuring our loyal $START-er community have exclusive access to the most promising projects. Mercor Finance not only ticked all boxes but excelled in the overall evaluation and we are excited to be able to give them a CERTIFIED $START on what we expect will be a long and illustrious career in blockchain.”

“Our team is extremely excited to provide the users of the Mercor Platform access to the black box of trading, algorithmic trading. Mercor Finance will launch on the 26th of May, being selected as the first certified IDO on BSCstarter. From there on, we are looking to immensely grow the community, platform users, partnerships and integrations. We have already secured partnerships with Sheesha Finance, Darkpool Liquidity, and DG10 Ventures, with many more yet to be announced,” said Mercor Finance CEO.

Though the cryptocurrency market is ripe, project developers face problems such as hard to acquire tools, affordability and data exclusivity. Traders face issues including non-transparent markets, cost, and barriers to entry. These hurdles are causing a lack of cooperation between private traders and developers, which lead to large institutional investor dominance. This is especially true in today’s market where licenses and data are inherent to a competitive edge.

Mercor Finance has identified the solution to this problem and provides its users with the instruments to develop, and potential to invest in what is known as the “black box of trading”: algorithmic trading. Mercor supplies developers with analytical tools, backtesting capabilities, and exclusive data with a goal to make investing in algorithmic trading publicly accessible, reducing entry barriers. The Mercor token ($MRCR) allows for developers to earn their fees in $MRCR, use different tiers for staking models and investors can pay algorithm fees with $MRCR. 

Realizing a key concern for IDO investors is trust, BSCstarter’s ‘Certified START Program’ creates a synergy where stakeholders including the project team, private investors and venture partners, advisors, BSCstarter community and $START token holders, all enjoy mutual benefits. Each project must undergo a thorough analysis of its technical capabilities, business and team evaluation, marketing, community audit, and tokenomics review. Once accepted, the Certified START Program provides comprehensive support to ensure these projects have clear messaging and a roadmap for success. 

Mercor Finance’s ‘Certified START IDO’ will launch its $MRCR sale on May 26, 2021, 15:00 UTC. Interested participants can sign up for the IDO via the Whitelist sign up form. Participants must complete the KYC procedure via Blockpass, as well as have a minimum of 50 $START tokens staked on V3 of the BSCstarter platform. By completing the form, participants will also take part in a random selection to receive a bonus of $2,000 USD in $START and $MRCR tokens.

To learn more about Mercor Finance IDO, visit the BSCstarter Medium.

ABOUT BSCstarter

BSCstarter (https://www.bscstarter.finance) is the first community-driven launchpad for Binance Smart Chain (BSC), providing projects access to funding opportunities without the hassle of bureaucratic hurdles, complex KYC requirements and a manual selection process. BSCstarter’s solution allows the community to determine which projects to list using collective due diligence and DYOR skills. BSCstarter provides a decentralized fundraising platform as it was intended to be: community-driven, open and free with equal opportunity for all, ultimately empowering investors to filter through the messy landscape where “rug pulls” overshadow the potential of BSC’s growing ecosystem. 

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About Mercor

Mercor Finance (https://mercor.finance) provides its users with the instruments to develop and the possibility to invest in what is known as the black box of trading, algorithmic trading. On the one hand, we supply developers with analytical tools, backtesting capabilities, and exclusive data. On the other hand, we make investing in algorithmic trading publicly accessible, by reducing entry barriers.

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DOX 2-WEEK DEADLINE ALERT: Hagens Berman Encourages Amdocs (DOX) Investors with Losses to Contact the Firm Before the June 8th Deadline in Securities Class Action

SAN FRANCISCO, May 25, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Hagens Berman urges Amdocs Limited (NASDAQ: DOX) investors with significant losses to submit your losses now.

Class Period: Dec. 13, 2016 – Mar. 30, 2021
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: June 8, 2021
Visit: www.hbsslaw.com/investor-fraud/dox
Contact an Attorney Now:[email protected]
                                             844-916-0895

Amdocs Limited (NASDAQ: DOX) Securities Fraud Class Action:

The complaint alleges that Defendants misrepresented and omitted material facts, including that: (i) Amdocs overstated its profits, cash, and liquidity, while understating its debt; (ii) Amdocs concealed its large borrowing; (iii) while Amdocs’ reported results showed that its North American business was stable, that business was actually deteriorating annually, in part because the Company was losing AT&T as a customer; and (iv) as a result, the Company’s public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.

The Complaint alleges that on Mar. 31, 2021, the truth emerged when Jehoshaphat Research published a scathing report entitled, “Where Did Amdocs’ Profits And Auditors Go?”, concluding that Amdocs is “a massive financial deception” and “the stock is uninvestable.”

Based on a review of Amdocs international subsidiaries’ filings overseas, Jehoshaphat claims Amdocs has overstated profits by as much as 50%, that its reported profit margins are “wildly” inflated, and approximately 1/3 of Amdocs’ stated cash is unavailable for use.   Jehoshaphat reported that former employee and direct competitor interviews confirmed its findings that Amdocs “has been losing business for years but has made up for these losses by inflating financials, sometimes to a point beyond recognition by the country managers.” Jehoshaphat also raised concerns about the Company subsidiaries’ auditor resignations during the last two years.

In response, the price of Amdocs shares fell over 11% on Mar. 31, 2021, wiping out hundreds of millions of dollars of shareholder value.

“We’re focused on investors’ losses and proving Amdocs cooked its books,” said Reed Kathrein, the Hagens Berman partner leading the investigation.

If you are an Amdocs investor and have significant losses, or have knowledge that may assist the firm’s investigation, click here to discuss your legal rights with Hagens Berman.

Whistleblowers: Persons with non-public information regarding Amdocs should consider their options to help in the investigation or take advantage of the SEC Whistleblower program. Under the new program, whistleblowers who provide original information may receive rewards totaling up to 30 percent of any successful recovery made by the SEC. For more information, call Reed Kathrein at 844-916-0895 or email [email protected].


About Hagens Berman


Hagens Berman is a national law firm with eight offices in eight cities around the country and over eighty attorneys. The firm represents investors, whistleblowers, workers and consumers in complex litigation.   More about the firm and its successes is located at hbsslaw.com. For the latest news visit our newsroom or follow us on Twitter at @classactionlaw.

Contact:

Reed Kathrein, 844-916-0895



Dynacor Presents a Message From the President and CEO on ESG (Environmental Social and Governance) Matters

MONTREAL, May 25, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Dynacor Gold Mines Inc. (TSX-DNG) (Dynacor or the “Corporation”), an international gold ore industrial corporation servicing ASMs (artisanal and small-scale miners), is pleased to provide an ESG (environmental social and governance) message to all stakeholders from Jean Martineau, President and CEO of Dynacor Gold Mines Inc.

In his message to stakeholders, Jean Martineau stated:

“We are very pleased to present our first 2020 ESG Sustainability Report with reference to the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Standards, through which we want all our stakeholders to see the major results of our economic, environmental, and social performance for 2019 and 2020 in a transparent manner.

Our vision is to leverage the strength of our business model and create value in everything we do for our stakeholders. For our clients, we seek to offer processing options for artisanal and small-scale gold miners that are environmentally and socially responsible. In the communities where we operate, we seek to act responsibly and create positive economic impacts. For our employees, we seek to create safe and favorable work environments, supporting their development and performance. For the environment, we seek continuous improvement, investing in sustainable innovations to reduce our impact on future generations. Finally, for our shareholders, we seek to promote sales development, revenue growth, and higher returns on investment.

After a sustained growth of 25 years, we have positioned ourselves as a leader in the processing of gold minerals that we buy from Artisanal and Small Miners (ASM) that are duly registered or in the process of formalization. With our operations in Peru, we generate value in a responsible manner for the Corporation and our stakeholders.

In 2020, we certainly experienced one of the most serious economic and health crises of recent times due to the rapid spread of COVID-19. In Peru, this led us to adopt unprecedented restrictive measures, since the mining and industrial sectors were among the most affected by the pandemic. After discontinuing all operations for three months (from March 16th to June 5th), Dynacor successfully resumed mineral purchasing and processing activities, generating profits immediately.

Considering the unique situation caused by the pandemic, the joint effort of the Dynacor team, comprised of 375 employees (Canada and Peru), has allowed us, once again, to achieve encouraging results. I appreciate the work of our team and thank the shareholders for their trust, especially in 2020.

The development of our ESG activities is based on our corporate values, as well as: Code of Conduct, Compliance System for the Prevention of Money Laundering and Financing of Terrorism, Occupational Health and Safety System, Environmental Management System, Compensation Policy, among others.

In 2020, our revenues exceeded US$101 million. At Dynacor, we are committed to the continued promotion of ESG, local employment in Chala (Arequipa) and other regions of Peru, and to increase hiring in the communities we operate. Our purchases in this region reached US$ 27.5 million.

Our ESG and social commitment has allowed us to make investments, as a corporation and through the PX Impact® Program
thanks to our PXImpact sponsors in Europe
, in the amount of US$ 313,473 in infrastructure and diverse aids in the communities of influence, during the reporting period.

For the preservation and care of the environment, we have environmental management instruments included in our Environmental Management System (EMS). During 2020, we carried out our first inventory of Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions. This provided us with information related to the total GHG emissions generated in 2019, which will be our baseline year, and will allow us to measure the evolution of our emissions over time. We have also implemented other environmental indicators related to waste management, water consumption, energy consumption, and emissions.

While the evolution of the COVID-19 pandemic continues to pose global challenges, we expect them to decrease with the start of vaccination. Also, we are confident that this year will be successful, with an expected sales increase of almost 50% compared to 2020, and with the execution of projects that we were unable to carry out last year.

I am confident that we will achieve all our outlined projections and objectives can be met thanks to the work of every one of the employees, who are the architects of the company’s growth. Therefore, I express my gratitude for the effort and dedication in their work. We will also continue to work hard to contribute to the development of our communities.

Finally, I encourage you to review our 2020 ESG Sustainability Report, which details the results of our company’s management.”

ESG Sustainability Report: https://www.dynacor.com/esg-data/

ABOUT DYNACOR

Dynacor is a dividend-paying industrial gold ore processor headquartered in Montreal, Canada. The corporation is engaged in gold production through the processing of ore purchased from the ASM (artisanal and small-scale mining) industry. At present, Dynacor operates in Peru, where its management and processing teams have decades of experience working with ASM miners. It also owns a gold exploration property (Tumipampa) in the Apurimac department.

The corporation intends to expand its processing operations in other jurisdictions as well.

Dynacor produces environmental and socially responsible gold through its PX IMPACT® gold program. A growing number of supportive firms from the fine luxury jewelry, watchmakers and investment sectors pay a small premium to our customer and strategic partner for this PX IMPACT® gold. The premium provides direct investment to develop health and education projects for our artisanal and small-scale miner’s communities.

Dynacor is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (DNG) and the OTC in the United States under the symbol (DNGDF).

FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION

Certain statements in the preceding may constitute forward-looking statements, which involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of Dynacor, or industry results, to be materially different from any future result, performance or achievement expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. These statements reflect management’s current expectations regarding future events and operating performance as of the date of this news release.

Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX): DNG
OTC (United States): DNGDF

Shares Outstanding: 38,727,524

Website: http://www.dynacor.com
Twitter: http://twitter.com/DynacorGold

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CONTACT: For more information, please contact:

Director, Shareholder Relations
Dale Nejmeldeen
Dynacor Gold Mines Inc.
T: 514-393-9000 #230
E: [email protected]

America’s First Resort Destination: A Summer Paradise for Revenge Travelers and Wanderlusters

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., May 25, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —

Editor’s Note: General destination images can be downloaded, here.

With nearly 60 percent of American travelers fully vaccinated, and over 70 percent of travelers excited to take new trips in the near-term,* summer travel is making a comeback. The Palm Beaches in Southeast Florida – comprised of 39 vibrant cities and towns from Jupiter and Palm Beach to Delray Beach and Boca Raton – invites revenge travelers and wanderlusters to escape to America’s First Resort Destination, offering all of the luxuries of a tropical vacation, without the hassle of a passport or international trekking. Whether seeking a family-friendly getaway, friends-cation or a high-end couples retreat, The Palm Beaches is an idyllic, state-side locale for those looking to dip their toes back into travel.

Families That Vacation Together, Stay Together:

The Palm Beaches boasts hotels and resorts for every type of family vacation style and budget, from affordable, well-known brands to unimaginable luxury properties and everything in between. Featuring 47 miles of Atlantic seascape, families can snorkel vibrant reefs, go for a paddle, hop in a boat or build sandcastles at one of the destination’s renowned beaches famed for their clear, gentle waters and cleaner sands. The Palm Beaches is also teeming with animal encounters. Create new family memories by getting up close to 1,000-plus animals while driving through Lion Country Safari, meet the animals of the tropics at the Palm Beach Zoo or visit the sea turtles – some of the most beloved residents in The Palm Beaches – at the Loggerhead Marinelife Center in Juno Beach and Gumbo Limbo Nature Center in Boca Raton. America’s First Resort Destination is also set to soon welcome two new family-friendly resorts, including Banyan Cay Resort & Golf and Mandarin Oriental.

 Friend-Trips:

Nothing’s better for friendships than friend-trips. Head to The Palm Beaches for a bestie retreat and match the vacation to the mood. Check in to The Colony Hotel, a pink paradise in the heart of Palm Beach, for a central location to the destination’s best shopping, restaurants and more. Indulge in delightful food and drinks with West Palm Beach Food Tours that features three different tour types, perfect for getting a taste of the town and each allowing for an experience with friends at some of West Palm Beach’s most notable dining establishments. Need a shopping spree? Visit the refreshed Royal Poinciana Plaza or historic Worth Avenue, home to the flagship Lilly Pulitzer store and numerous designer retailers. If hitting the greens is more of the group’s speed, Florida’s Golf Capital awaits. The Palm Beaches is home to more than 160 sun-soaked golf courses as well as the PGA National Resort & Spa, the official host of the Honda Classic. A fitness-centered crew can utilize The Palm Beaches as a nature-made gym by kayaking Lake Worth, pedaling Palm Beach Trail or snorkeling Peanut Island in Riviera Beach.

 Romantic Rendezvous:

The Palm Beaches touts numerous ways to unwind and enjoy the company of your loved one; reconnect while relaxing on soft-sand beaches and enjoying sumptuous hospitality with gorgeous accommodations. For unapologetic luxury, seaside glamour and world-class service, stay at one of the most historic and romantic getaways in Florida, The Breakers Palm Beach. Couples interested in pure pampering, look no further than Forbes Five-Star Eau Spa at Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa, an adult fairytale where visitors can sip champagne in chairs that dangle above reflecting pools in a playful relaxation garden. Adventurous “water baes” can choose to spend quality time snorkeling together at Coral Cove Park in Jupiter, a secluded spot favored by locals. Lovebirds that prefer to be above water, Palm Breeze Charters out of Boca Raton offers private dinner cruises aboard their spacious catamarans, while Visit Palm Beach offers a sunset champagne catamaran cruise for two along the Intracoastal Waterway. Duos can also dine their way through the destination – from five-star to tiki bar – The Palm Beaches has a killer culinary scene. Splurge for a date night at Brazilian Court’s Cafe Boulud, featuring a delectable menu curated by internationally acclaimed Chef Daniel Boulud, or step outside the resort and hotel scene to some of The Palm Beaches’ newer dining locations including Charlie & Joe’s at Love Street in Jupiter, the Delray Beach Market or Elisabetta’s West Palm Beach.

The golden age of travel is back, filled with historic splendor, a vibrant blend of cultures, and a lengthy list of one-of-a-kind experiences, The Palm Beaches boasts genuine hospitality that welcomes everyone. This summer enjoy a summer stay at one of the below properties, browse additional deals and savings, or learn more by visiting ThePalmBeaches.com.

The Breakers Palm Beach

An irresistible getaway steeped in the seaside glamour and comfort at one of the USA’s most iconic resorts. Whether escaping for relaxation, recreation or an unforgettable family experience, this legendary, oceanfront property offers the summer’s best investment with complimentary daily benefits, available May 1 – Sept. 30, 2021 (including Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day). Rates start at $465 per room, per night and include:

  • Full American breakfast buffet at The Circle or The Beach Club Restaurant
  • Meals for children ages 12 and under
  • Unlimited access to Ocean Fitness center, outdoor classes and tennis court times
  • High-speed Wi-Fi throughout the property
  • Access to exclusive amenities like the private beach, four oceanfront pools, a Five-Star spa, 10 restaurants, 14 signature boutiques, family programs and an extensive selection of recreational activities
  • No resort fee

These daily benefits may be combined with the “Sixth Night Free” promotion, which features a complimentary sixth night, when staying six consecutive nights, available May 1 – Dec. 16, 2021.

Crane’s Beach House Boutique Hotel & Luxury Villas

Be Well at Crane’s, a customizable wellness program that provides the opportunity to reset the mind and body in a tranquil, picturesque and tropical environment. Travelers can choose from a comprehensive variety of spa treatments, yoga modalities, acupuncture services, health food options and self-care products. Wellness options can be experienced in the privacy of one of the hotel’s 28 spacious suites and villas, or within the serene settings of the lush, meandering courtyard. Be Well at Crane’s experiences have been developed with the help of some of the top health and wellness providers in Delray Beach, including organic spa and retailer Bella Reina Spa, yoga and meditation instructor Rose Bruce, world-renowned acupuncturist Dr. Tony WIlcox, and Loosen-Up massage therapy.  For guests that prefer to self-pamper, Crane’s custom-created Happiness Boxes bring together a variety of beauty, relaxation and wellness products for a do-it-yourself, in-room spa experience. Wellness upgrades are available starting at $100 and can be added a la carte to any stay.

Hilton Garden Inn Palm Beach Gardens

This Memorial Day and all summer long, guests can “Dine & Unwind.” As part of the stay, guests can enjoy a $25 per day credit towards food and drinks, with a package purchase. Use it for a cooked-to-order breakfast or dinner at the on-site restaurant, Garden Grille and Bar, or drinks at Bar 3505; have room service delivered; or grab a snack at The Shoppe next to the front desk 24 hours a day. This conveniently located Palm Beach Gardens hotel offers a range of nearby dining and shopping options and features a pool and gazebo overlooking a tranquil waterfront.

Hilton West Palm Beach

This June and July, travelers can enjoy the “West Palm Beach Family Adventure” package with rates starting at $205 per night with a two-night minimum stay when using special promotion code: P2. Families of up to four people will appreciate Queen/Queen Room accommodations with potential Suite upgrade, pending availability. Kids under 12 years old eat free (breakfast) with the purchase of an adult entrée, and complimentary soft drinks are provided for kids at La Playa. Other featured package inclusions:

  • Rosemary Square VIP Neighborhood card with special offers and discounts 
  • Family-focused neighborhood guide including Rosemary Square activities and events 
  • Discounted Visit Palm Beach excursions (kayak, paddleboard, boat cruise)
  • Tickets for four (4) to the South Florida Science Center 
  • Calendar of events and suggested activities to Loggerhead Marinelife Center 

For more seasonal offers including a special discount aimed at teacher appreciation, visit their website.

Home2 Suites by Hilton West Palm Beach Airport

The South Florida Science Center and Aquarium is partnering with golf playground Drive Shack and the Home2 Suites by Hilton West Palm Beach Airport for a brand new summer package. Travelers can get 10% off when they book with the Home2 Suites by Hilton, $5 off vouchers to visit the new Dinosaur Revolution exhibit at the South Florida Science Center and $5 off bay play cards at Drive Shack. Each hotel room is a suite with a pullout sofa and full kitchenette. The hotel is within walking distance of Drive Shack and only a five-minute drive from the Science Center. 

Hyatt Place West Palm Beach/Downtown

Treat yourself to a fun summer getaway in the heart of downtown West Palm Beach. This hotel combines business casual style, modern innovation and classic convenience to create a seamless stay complete with warm hospitality and all the essentials. This summer, take advantage of a 20% discount on the best available rate, complimentary room upgrade (based on availability), complimentary daily grab-and-go breakfast and 50% off the daily parking rate. Book online with code SUMPRO to access the offer. 

Palm Beach Marriott Singer Island Beach Resort & Spa

Guests can enjoy exclusive spa packages at SiSpa, an array of dining options at the award-winning 3800 Ocean, relaxation by the pool or sun-soaked days on the private beach, all while surrounded by sweeping ocean views. With the resort’s “Back to the Beach” package, guests can enjoy Palm Beach Marriott Singer Island Beach Resort & Spa’s high-end luxurious accommodations and services, plus the added bonus of complimentary, overnight valet parking and a waived resort fee. Use code YX1 when booking “Back to the Beach.”

*Resource: Destination Analysts, 2021, May 15

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 About Discover The Palm Beaches
Discover The Palm Beaches is the official 501(c)(6) not-for-profit, accredited tourism marketing organization that promotes the collection of 39 cities and towns commonly referred to as The Palm Beaches, which spans more than 2,300 square miles and boasts 47 miles of pristine beaches from Highland Beach and Boca Raton to Jupiter and Tequesta. Tasked with growing visitation and the local tourism economy, the organization works year-round to bring travelers from around the state, country and globe to visit Palm Beach County. The Palm Beaches’ have a rich history in hospitality as America’s First Resort Destination® and tourism is among Palm Beach County’s major industries, generating $5.5 billion in economic impact during 2020.

The Palm Beaches are home to more than 18,000 hotel rooms, and feature more than 100 family-friendly attractions, an abundance of world-class luxury, award-winning restaurants, and 125 miles of peaceful waterways for on- or in-the-water activities, including 160 artificial reefs that line the Atlantic Ocean’s Gulf Stream current. 160 golf courses have earned it the moniker of Florida’s Golf Capital®, as well as The Cultural Capital of Florida® due to its thriving entertainment scene of more than 200 art and culture organizations. Situated along I-95, The Palm Beaches are accessible via Palm Beach International Airport (PBI), which offers more than 100 daily nonstop flights to 30 cities in the United States. The Palm Beaches are also conveniently located within driving distance of Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood and Miami International airports.

For more information about The Palm Beaches, visit www.ThePalmBeaches.com or on social media (Facebook, Twitter , Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn). You can also tune in to The Palm Beaches TV for 24/7 streaming content of the destination’s hotels, attractions, restaurants and experiences. 

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TELUS Health first in Canada to provide residents with innovative LivingWell Companion personal emergency response services on Apple Watch

Professionally-monitored, emergency service now available for the first time in Canada on a modern, powerful device, ensuring safety and providing peace of mind for Canadians and their caregivers

VANCOUVER, British-Columbia, May 25, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — TELUS Health, the largest Canadian-owned provider of personal emergency response services (PERS), today announced it is revolutionizing how Canadians experience wearable emergency support in Canada by launching TELUS Health Companion on Apple Watch. A 24/7 emergency monitoring service provided through TELUS Health’s LivingWell Companion national response service combined with the Apple Watch Fall Detection API and proactive monitoring functionalities, this new service enables more Canadians with health issues or who may be at risk of falling to experience improved safety and peace of mind. TELUS Health is helping advance innovation in the PERs industry by making it accessible through the modern and powerful intelligence of Apple Watch, while offering greater independence and a sense of security to those who want to live independently for longer.

“Supporting Canada’s vulnerable population that is at risk of falling or having a medical issue is fundamental at TELUS Health as we strive to deliver innovative technologies that put patients first,” said Juggy Sihota, vice president Consumer Health, TELUS. “Through collaborating with Apple, we’re proud to be the first in Canada to transform how personal emergency response is experienced. We value our role in helping Canadians, particularly those who are aging, to live independently while giving them and their caregivers peace of mind knowing that they are connected to support 24/7.”

The new TELUS Health Companion service leverages the fall detection and location sharing capabilities of Apple Watch; if Apple Watch detects that the user has taken a hard fall, this information is sent to TELUS Health’s national Central Monitoring Station. Trained operators will immediately contact the customer to confirm the emergency, then alert the customer’s designated emergency contacts, and can dispatch emergency support if needed.

“Tools or devices that help older Canadians improve their activity levels, and monitor and address personal health and safety issues can be incredibly important in supporting healthy aging,” said Dr. Samir Sinha, director of geriatrics at Sinai Health and the University Health Network, Toronto. “What’s significant about this solution is that its design and capabilities contribute to older Canadians maintaining both their independence and dignity, and it also offers caregivers and loved ones peace of mind.”

According to a recent study by the National Institute of Aging, in partnership with TELUS Health, a strong majority of Canadians, particularly those 55+, said they intended to maintain active, independent lifestyles as they age, but nearly one in three Canadians don’t feel prepared to deal with medical emergencies while alone.

At launch, customers with an Apple Watch Series 4 or later can simply add the TELUS Health Companion service for only $30 per month.* New users can purchase a cellular-enabled Apple Watch with TELUS Health Companion monitoring service starting from only $54 per month, a $120 in savings on Apple Watch.* All users must have a post-paid wireless TELUS plan with an iPhone 6s or later, and have the latest iOS installed. For more information or to purchase TELUS Health Companion on Apple Watch, customers can call: 1-888-505-8002 or visit: telus.com/companionwatch to learn more.

As privacy is critically important to Canadians, TELUS Health is committed to building privacy safeguards into every one of its products and services, especially when it comes to personal information that may pertain to health. Respecting privacy is core to how TELUS Health carries out all its activities and users can have confidence knowing that personal data collected on fall activity and geo-location for TELUS Health Companion is done so only with explicit user permissions, and for the sole purpose of informing the trained operators at the Central Monitoring Station to allow them to communicate with emergency contacts and/or first responders.

About TELUS Health

TELUS Health is a leader in digital health technology, providing virtual care, home health monitoring, electronic medical and health records, benefits and pharmacy management, and personal emergency response services. By leveraging the power of technology to deliver connected solutions and services, TELUS Health is improving access to care and revolutionizing the flow of information while facilitating collaboration, efficiency, and productivity for physicians, pharmacists, health authorities, allied healthcare professionals, insurers, employers, and citizens, to progress its vision of transforming healthcare and empowering people to live healthier lives.

Through TELUS Health Care Centres, teams of renowned and passionate healthcare professionals deliver best-in-class patient-centric care to thousands of Canadian employers, professionals, and families in more than 15 medical clinics located across the country.

For more information please visit: www.telushealth.com.


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Jill Yetman
TELUS Public Relations Team
416-992-2639
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Axele and Quality Transport Deliver “Dealing with Data Overload” at TCA Safety Meeting

Data from Transportation Technologies Can Be Analyzed to Improve Efficiencies

DALLAS, May 25, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Axele, LLC, a Transportation Management System (TMS) company, and its customer, Quality Transport, will present “Dealing with Data Overload” at the 40th Annual Safety & Security Division meeting of the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA). “Dealing with Data Overload” will cover how transportation technology collects and records data from ELDs, telematics devices, cameras, and other safety products that carriers can use to identify trends, uncover bottlenecks, and make more informed decisions.

Ryan Camacho, Director of Strategy and Business Development at Axele, and Amanda Schuier, Senior Vice President of Quality Transport, a TCA member company, will present at the TCA Safety Meeting in St. Louis on June 6 – 8th, 2021. “Dealing with Data Overload” is scheduled for Monday, June 7 at 1:30 pm and again on Tuesday, June 8 at 8:00 am.

“In our connected world, virtually every piece of technology generates data that can be collected, analyzed, and used to improve operations,” said Ryan Camacho, Director of Strategy and Business Development, Axele. “We look forward to sharing our expertise and experiences with the audience at the TCA Safety Meeting.”

Amanda Schuier will share her experiences in dealing with data overload. She is a strategic senior-level sales and operations expert in the trucking industry. At Quality Transport, a local, regional, and over-the-road dry van carrier based in Freeport, IL, she uses the Axele TMS and various technologies to manage the business and evaluate how the company is pacing against revenue goals. Amanda has been able to make operational changes to improve productivity through automated processes. Amanda’s presentation will focus on the problems she set out to solve with technology at Quality Transport, how she approached implementation and adoption, and how the result helps her “cut through the noise” and zero in on actionable insights.

Ryan Camacho has worked for several high-profile logistic software companies, such as Oz Development, Descartes System Group, Kuebix, and Trimble. He has developed a tremendous amount of software and transportation industry expertise with many years in this space. He has held positions from the ground up to leadership positions, including customer support manager, software developer, implementation specialist, executive sales representative, senior sales engineer, and director of product management. At Axele, Ryan drives strategy and product evolution of the Axele Transportation Management System; the first SaaS-based TMS built explicitly for the small-to-midsized full truckload carriers.

TCA’s Annual Safety & Security Division Meeting has consistently brought truckload carrier safety professionals together to discuss problems, share ideas, and seek solutions to make their businesses and roads safer. In addition to specialized educational sessions developed by safety officers, attendees enjoy several networking opportunities, learning about the latest products and services in the exhibit hall, a first timers’ orientation, receptions, and several meals together.

About Axele

Axele offers transportation management system (TMS) cloud software for truckload carriers leveraging decades of experience and insights into optimization and automation technology. Launched by Optym in 2020, Axele is the industry’s first intelligent, connected solution, built specifically for small to mid-sized truckload carriers. Axele serves for-hire truckload operators and private fleets who haul general freight, dry van, flatbed, and refrigerated loads. The Axele TMS integrates with load boards, ELDs, market rates, maps, and accounting systems, to enable an owner-operator or carrier to find better loads, increase profits, and grow their business. For more information about Axele, go to www.axele.com.        

Media Contact for Axele:

Becky Boyd
MediaFirst PR
(770) 642-2080 x 214
Cell (404) 421-8497
[email protected]



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