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Boxlight Announces Podcast on Motivating Young Women in STEM

Boxlight Announces Podcast on Motivating Young Women in STEM

LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Boxlight Corporation (Nasdaq: BOXL), a leading provider of interactive technology, digital signage, and software solutions, today announces the podcast Motivating Young Women into STEM Careers with Hannah Olson, Co-founder of MyStemKits.com – one of the Boxlight MimioSTEM solutions.

Olson shared her own experience of pursuing a STEM career which began by designing and developing 3D tools as an Art degree graduate to the creation of MyStemKits.com. She now contributes lessons for MyStemKits, as well as for the other MimioSTEM solutions offered by Boxlight.

As one of the minds behind the multi-award-winning MyStemKits Virtual STEM Kits, Olson also discussed the positive impact of STEM-based education on young women to explore careers in STEM and how hands-on, interactive learning influences that interest. Olson commented, “The world requires creative problem-solvers and STEM is the perfect place to do that.”

The interest in incorporating simple-to-use, hands-on STEM instruction continues to grow. Olson and her work with the Boxlight MimioSTEM division is key to providing educators the tools they need to meet this demand. To listen to the podcast, click here.

For more information on how Boxlight will help schools, visit Boxlight.com.

About Boxlight Corporation

Boxlight Corporation (Nasdaq: BOXL) (“Boxlight”) is a leading provider of interactive technology solutions under its award-winning brands Clevertouch® and Mimio®. The company aims to improve engagement and communication in diverse business and education environments. Boxlight develops, sells, and services its integrated solution suite including interactive displays, collaboration software, supporting accessories and professional services. For more information about the Boxlight story, visit http://www.boxlight.com and Clevertouch, https://www.clevertouch.com/.

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This press release may contain information about Boxlight’s view of its future expectations, plans and prospects that constitute forward-looking statements. Actual results may differ materially from historical results or those indicated by these forward-looking statements because of a variety of factors including, but not limited to, risks and uncertainties associated with its ability to maintain and grow its business, variability of operating results, its development and introduction of new products and services, marketing and other business development initiatives, competition in the industry, etc. Boxlight encourages you to review other factors that may affect its future results in Boxlight’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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Terreno Realty Corporation Acquires Property in Kent, WA for $10.0 Million

Terreno Realty Corporation Acquires Property in Kent, WA for $10.0 Million

BELLEVUE, Wash.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Terreno Realty Corporation (NYSE:TRNO), an acquirer, owner and operator of industrial real estate in six major coastal U.S. markets, acquired an industrial property located in Kent, Washington on April 13, 2021 for a purchase price of approximately $10.0 million.

The property consists of one industrial distribution building containing approximately 40,000 square feet and one flex building containing approximately 27,000 square feet on 4.4 acres. The property is at 21414 68th Avenue South in the northern Kent Valley, provides 8 dock-high and five grade-level loading positions and parking for 105 cars. The property is 100% leased to 3 tenants and the estimated stabilized cap rate is 5.5%.

Estimated stabilized cap rates are calculated as annualized cash basis net operating income stabilized to market occupancy (generally 95%) divided by total acquisition cost. Total acquisition cost includes the initial purchase price, the effects of marking assumed debt to market, buyer’s due diligence and closing costs, estimated near-term capital expenditures and leasing costs necessary to achieve stabilization.

Terreno Realty Corporation acquires, owns and operates industrial real estate in six major coastal U.S. markets: Los Angeles, Northern New Jersey/New York City, San Francisco Bay Area, Seattle, Miami, and Washington, D.C.

Additional information about Terreno Realty Corporation is available on the company’s web site at www.terreno.com.

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This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. We caution investors that forward-looking statements are based on management’s beliefs and on assumptions made by, and information currently available to, management. When used, the words “anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “may,” “might,” “plan,” “project,” “result,” “should,” “will,” “seek,” “target,” “see,” “likely,” “position,” “opportunity,” “outlook,” “potential,” “enthusiastic,” “future” and similar expressions which do not relate solely to historical matters are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These statements are subject to risks, uncertainties, and assumptions and are not guarantees of future performance, which may be affected by known and unknown risks, trends, uncertainties, and factors that are beyond our control, including risks related to our ability to meet our estimated forecasts related to stabilized cap rates, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on our business, our tenants and the national and local economies, and those risk factors contained in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020 and our other public filings. Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those anticipated, estimated, or projected. We expressly disclaim any responsibility to update our forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by law. Accordingly, investors should use caution in relying on past forward-looking statements, which are based on results and trends at the time they are made, to anticipate future results or trends.

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Vivos Therapeutics Announces Integrative Cardiologist Dr. Mimi Guarneri as New Medical Director of Clinical Education

HIGHLANDS RANCH, Colo., April 14, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Vivos Therapeutics, Inc. (“the Company”) (NASDAQ: VVOS), a medical technology company focused on developing and commercializing innovative diagnostic and treatment modalities for patients suffering from sleep-disordered breathing, including mild-to-moderate obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), today announced the appointment of Mimi Guarneri, MD, FACC as an independent consultant serving in the role of Medical Director of Clinical Education, effective April 1, 2021.

Dr. Mimi Guarneri is widely acclaimed as a leading Integrative Cardiologist in America. She is Board-certified in Cardiovascular Disease, Internal Medicine, Nuclear Cardiology, and Integrative Holistic Medicine. Dr. Guarneri is a Founder and President of The Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine. She serves on the Founding Board of the American Board Physician Specialties in Integrative Medicine and is a Clinical Associate Professor at the University of California, San Diego. An award-winning physician and researcher, she has been recognized for her national leadership in Integrative Medicine by the Bravewell Collaborative, and she served as chair of the Bravewell Clinical Network for Integrative Medicine. Dr. Guarneri was honored as the ARCS Scientist of the Year in 2009. A highly sought speaker, Dr. Guarneri presents both nationally and internationally and in 2017 presented at the Vatican on Health and the Climate. Dr. Guarneri has been interviewed on many nationally syndicated television shows including The Dr. Oz Show, NBC Today, and PBS Full Focus and To the Contrary.

Among her other private practice endeavors, Dr. Guarneri owns and operates the Company’s first Pneusomnia Center for Craniofacial Sleep Medicine located in Del Mar, California, and her duties for the Company will include the promotion and expansion of the Company’s Medical Integration Division.

“We are very excited to welcome Dr. Guarneri to Vivos Therapeutics in this new capacity,” said Kirk Huntsman, Vivos’ Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. “As a global medical leader in comprehensive and holistic approaches to cardiovascular disease and sleep disorders, she will be a valuable addition to our growing organization. Her wealth of experience and credibility as an award-winning physician and researcher will help inform other physicians about our breakthrough diagnostic and treatment technologies.”

Dr. Guarneri commented, “I am excited to be a part of such a dynamic organization so passionately focused on finding and treating patients with obstructive sleep apnea. As a practicing cardiologist, I see the ravages of OSA in my patients every day, and I find the Vivos System to be a novel approach that advances our ability to give patients the relief they need.”

About Vivos Therapeutics, Inc.

Vivos Therapeutics Inc. (NASDAQ: VVOS) is a medical technology company focused on developing and commercializing innovative treatments for adult patients suffering from sleep-disordered breathing, including obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). The Vivos treatment for mild-to-moderate OSA involves customized oral appliances and protocols called the Vivos System. Vivos believes that its Vivos System oral appliance technology represents the first clinically effective non-surgical, non-invasive, non-pharmaceutical and cost-effective solution for people with mild-to-moderate OSA. Vivos oral appliances have proven effective in over 15,000 patients treated worldwide by more than 1,200 trained dentists. Combining technologies and protocols that alter the size, shape and position of the tissues of a patient’s upper airway, the Vivos System opens airway space and significantly reduce symptoms and conditions associated with mild-to-moderate OSA. The Vivos System has been shown to significantly lower Apnea Hypopnea Index scores and improve other conditions associated with OSA. The Vivos Integrated Practice (VIP) program offers dentists training and other value-added services in connection with using the Vivos System.

For more information, visit www.vivoslife.com.

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This press release and statements of the Company’s management made in connection therewith contain “forward-looking statements” (as defined in Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended) concerning future events, particularly with respect to the public offering described herein. Words such as “may”, “should”, “expects”, “intends”, “plans”, “believes”, “anticipates”, “hopes”, “estimates” and variations of such words and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These statements involve known and unknown risks and are based upon a number of assumptions and estimates, which are inherently subject to significant uncertainties and contingencies, many of which are beyond Vivos’ control. Actual results (including the anticipated benefits of Dr. Guarneri’s association with the Company as described herein) may differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially include, but are not limited to, the risk factors described in Vivos’ filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). Vivos’ filings can be obtained free of charge on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. Except to the extent required by law, Vivos expressly disclaims any obligations or undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statements contained herein to reflect any change in Vivos’ expectations with respect thereto or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any statement is based.

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Marriott Bonvoy™ And Uber Team Up For First Of Its Kind Collaboration Enabling Members To Earn Points On Both Food Delivery And Rides

As Travel Resumes, Members Can Link Accounts to Start Earning Marriott Bonvoy Points toward Free Nights at Hotels and Home Rentals Around the World 

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BETHESDA, Md., April 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Starting today, members of Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International’s (NASDAQ: MAR) award-winning travel program and marketplace, can earn points toward free nights at the company’s extraordinary portfolio of hotels and premium and luxury home rentals when ordering food delivery on Uber Eats and requesting select Uber rides (NYSE: UBER).  

Available across the United States, Marriott Bonvoy members who link their Marriott Bonvoy and Uber accounts in the Uber app will automatically start earning points on all qualifying transactions. Members will be able to earn up to six points per dollar spent on Uber Eats delivery with a minimum $25 basket and three points per dollar spent on Uber XL, Comfort and Black rides. For a limited time, members who link their accounts and have at least one qualifying transaction by May 31 will earn an extra 2,000 Marriott Bonvoy bonus points.    

“We are continuing to see our members return to travel and are excited to give them more opportunities to earn points toward free nights through Uber rides and Uber Eats,” said David Flueck, Senior Vice President Global Loyalty, Marriott International. ”This tremendous relationship with Uber reflects our goal to engage members and enable them to earn and redeem points whether traveling or through everyday activities at home.”     

Members can earn points in the following ways:     

  • Six Marriott Bonvoy points per dollar spent on Uber Eats deliveries to hotels operating under Marriott brands in the United States with a minimum $25 basket, and two Marriott Bonvoy points per dollar spent on non-hotel deliveries and food pick-ups in the United States with a minimum $25 basket.     
  • Three Marriott Bonvoy points per dollar spent on Uber XL, Comfort and Black rides across the United States.     

“We are thrilled to team up with Marriott Bonvoy to help our shared customers turn their stay-at-home habits into their next dream vacation,” said Jennifer Vescio, Global Head of Business Development, Uber. ”By quickly linking your Uber and Marriott Bonvoy accounts, you’re one step closer to your next trip when ordering from your favorite local spots on Uber Eats or hopping in a ride.”    

To link accounts, open the Uber app and tap the menu on the top left corner. Tap ‘Settings,’ and scroll down to tap ‘Marriott Bonvoy’ under the Rewards section. Tap ‘Link Account’ and then log into your Marriott Bonvoy account. Once accounts are linked, users can start earning points on qualifying Uber Eats orders and qualifying rides. Points balances can be viewed on Marriott Bonvoy account profiles. Learn more here.  

Throughout the global pandemic, Marriott Bonvoy has been making it easier for members to earn and redeem points toward free nights at more than 7,600 properties located in 133 countries & territories across 30 brands, as well as 20,000 premium and luxury whole home rentals and more. In addition to today’s announcement, this included running some of our richest global points and nights promotions, Marriott Bonvoy credit cards from American Express and JPMorgan Chase continue to offer ways cardholders can accelerate the points they can earn even when not traveling and reducing the number of points needed to redeem for free nights for a limited time. Marriott Bonvoy is free to join at Marriott.com.   

About Marriott Bonvoy    
Marriott Bonvoy is the award-winning travel program for Marriott International’s portfolio of 30 hotel brands, vacation home rental offering, all-inclusive resorts and hundreds of thousands of experiences. Members can earn and redeem points for stays and more, accelerating the points they earn with co-branded credit cards. When members book direct on Marriott.com they receive perks including free and enhanced Wi-Fi and exclusive member-only rates, and on the Marriott app mobile check-in and checkout, Mobile Requests and, wherever available, Mobile Key. To enroll for free or for more information about Marriott Bonvoy, visit MarriottBonvoy.com. To download the Marriott app, go here. Travelers can also connect with Marriott Bonvoy on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.     

About Uber    
Uber’s mission is to create opportunity through movement. We started in 2010 to solve a simple problem: how do you get access to a ride at the touch of a button? More than 15 billion trips later, we’re building products to get people closer to where they want to be. By changing how people, food, and things move through cities, Uber is a platform that opens up the world to new possibilities. 

   

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Mentor Capital Rotates from COVID into Bitcoin Space

Mentor Capital Rotates from COVID into Bitcoin Space

Mentor participates in Coinbase IPO for its shareholders

PLANO, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Mentor Capital, Inc. (OTCQB: MNTR) announced that it will be participating in the Coinbase IPO today on behalf of Mentor shareholders, and is adding a cryptocurrency and Bitcoin focus for any ongoing excess cash of Mentor. Mentor Capital, Inc. CEO, Chet Billingsley notes, “As Covid-19 drops off, we are rotating out of our efforts in the Covid business segment. Mentor has also exited our small initial portfolio in public vaccine companies and will apply those funds into the Coinbase IPO today.”

Mr. Billingsley adds, “The Coinbase IPO is a significant milestone in the acceptance of Bitcoin and other crypto currencies in the financial world and business community. Some of our board have considerable knowledge in this sector and we did not want to miss this opportunity for our shareholders. Our approach of looking to add direct support to private startup crypto companies and helping them reach and have access to the public markets may reduce the volatility of this still high risk area.”

“Yesterday, the financial news mentioned that only 32 of 40,000 public companies have crypto currencies on their balance sheets. We are happy to increase that number,” he concludes.

About Mentor Capital: The Company seeks to come alongside and assist private companies and their founders in meeting their liquidity and financial objectives, to add protection for investors, and to help incubate private companies. Additional important information for investors is presented at:

www.MentorCapital.com

This press release is neither an offer to sell nor a solicitation of offers to purchase securities.

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https://ir.mentorcapital.com/all-sec-filings

The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise such forward-looking statements to reflect new information, events, or circumstances occurring after this press release date.

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H.E.R. Headlines 20th Anniversary Virtual Honda Civic Tour, Taking Fans on a Mixed Reality Journey Featuring All-New 2022 Honda Civic

Civic Tour fans get a special first look at all-new 2022 Civic Sedan during April 28 streaming concert experience

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TORRANCE, Calif., April 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The Honda Civic Tour returns for its 20th Anniversary with a special two-stop virtual concert series, headlined by four-time Grammy Award winner, R&B singer-songwriting powerhouse and actress H.E.R. The 2021 Virtual Honda Civic Tour kicks off on April 28 at 5 p.m. PT on the Live Nation Channel on Twitch, where fans will get a special first look at the all-new 2022 Honda Civic Sedan during the livestreamed concert experience before it arrives in Honda dealerships nationwide this summer.

 

H.E.R. announced the Civic Tour news in a video, shared today: honda.us/2021HondaCivicTour.  

“I’m honored to join some of the biggest artists in the music industry in bringing my unique perspective to the stage for the Tour’s 20th anniversary,” said H.E.R. “We have created a beautiful mixed reality world for fans of the Honda Civic Tour and I look forward to sharing my music, as well as a special first look for fans of the all-new 2022 Honda Civic.”

For the Honda Civic Tour April 28 livestream on Twitch, H.E.R. has planned a mixed reality experience for fans. H.E.R.’s upcoming performance pushes the boundaries of virtual concert technology with the first-ever, live mixed reality broadcast on an XR stage. Using a combination of live-action footage, a stage created with LED panels, and the powerful Unreal game engine, the artist is seamlessly integrated into Civic Tour’s virtual environment.

H.E.R. joins the likes of Maroon 5, OneRepublic, Nick Jonas & Demi Lovato, blink-182, Black Eyed Peas, One Direction and Charlie Puth as artists to perform on the Honda Civic Tour Stage.

Music Fans Get the Special First Look at All-New 2022 Civic Sedan      
Civic Tour fans will get a special first look at the all-new 2022 Honda Civic Sedan prior to H.E.R.’s virtual Civic Tour performance on April 28. The 2022 Honda Civic, on sale this summer, is the most fun-to-drive and technologically advanced Civic ever. Honda’s iconic Civic has long set the standard by which other compact cars are measured, and this new 11th-generation Civic will raise the bar in every conceivable way – style, performance, safety features and technology.

For more information on the 2022 Civic Sedan, please visit: https://hondanews.com/en-US/honda-automobiles/releases/honda-offers-first-look-at-all-new-11th-generation-civic-sedan.

Civic Tour Celebrates 20 Years with Incredible Fan Experiences
Civic Tour fans can enter for a chance to win an all-new 2022 Civic Sedan, exclusive virtual meet-and-greets with H.E.R. and more. The next virtual stop of the Honda Civic Tour will feature a “Remix” version of H.E.R.’s April 28 Twitch performance, with additional details to be announced. The 2021 Honda Civic Tour Presents H.E.R. is produced by Live Nation.

Honda’s Investment in Music
Honda has a deep connection and long-standing commitment to music, including presenting two decades of Civic Tour. Since 2001, Honda Civic Tour has provided more than five million fans with exclusive interactive concert experiences and behind the scenes access to unforgettable music performances.

In addition to the Civic Tour, the brand invests in its broader Honda Stage music initiative through premier music festival partnerships, including Austin City Limits and Governor’s Ball, as well as offering online music programming, performances, exclusive digital content, artist interviews and more to fans. To bring its music content to life, Honda works hand in hand with entertainment leaders including: Live Nation, Billboard, UPROXX, Universal Music Group and Vevo. 


2021 Virtual Honda Civic Tour Schedule



Wednesday, April 28, 2021 

     5:00 p.m. PST: Honda Civic Tour Presents: H.E.R. Livestream Begins
     Approximately 6:00 p.m. PST: 2022 Honda Civic Sedan Revealed

Second Virtual Civic Tour Stop
“Remix” version of H.E.R.’s April 28 Twitch Performance: additional details to be announced

For more information on the Honda Civic Tour, please visit Honda.com/Music/CivicTour.  


About Hond


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Honda offers a full line of clean, safe, fun and connected vehicles sold through more than 1,000 independent U.S. Honda dealers. Honda has the highest fleet average fuel economy and lowest CO2 emissions of any major full-line automaker in America, according to the latest data from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The Honda lineup includes the Fit, Civic, Insight Accord and Clarity series passenger cars, along with the HR-V, CR-V, Passport and Pilot sport utility vehicles, the Ridgeline pickup and the Odyssey minivan. Honda’s electrified vehicle lineup includes the Accord Hybrid, CR-V Hybrid, Insight hybrid-electric sedan, and the Clarity Plug-In Hybrid.

Honda has been producing automobiles in America for nearly 40 years and currently operates 19 major manufacturing facilities in North America. In 2020, more than 95 percent of all Honda vehicles sold in the U.S. were made in North America, using domestic and globally-sourced parts.


About Live Nation Entertainment



Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) is the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Media & Sponsorship. For additional information, visit www.livenationentertainment.com.

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Kohl’s and Investor Group Reach Agreement

Kohl’s and Investor Group Reach Agreement

  • Margaret Jenkins, Thomas Kingsbury and Former lululemon athletica CEO Christine Day to join Kohl’s Board as independent directors
  • New directors bring strong retail, apparel and leadership expertise to support transformational strategy and continued momentum
  • Board expands existing share repurchase authorization to $2 billion

MENOMONEE FALLS, Wis.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Kohl’s Corporation (NYSE: KSS) (“Kohl’s” or the “Company”) today announced that it has entered into a settlement agreement with Macellum Advisors GP, LLC, Ancora Holdings, Inc., Legion Partners Asset Management, LLC, and 4010 Capital, LLC (collectively, the “Investor Group”), which collectively own 9.3% of Kohl’s outstanding common stock, including options.

As part of the agreement, two new independent directors nominated by the Investor Group, Margaret Jenkins and Thomas Kingsbury, will join the Kohl’s Board of Directors (the “Board”), as of the close of the 2021 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. An additional independent director identified by Kohl’s, and agreed to by the Investor Group, Christine Day, will join the Board at the same time.

“We are pleased to further strengthen our Board with the addition of Christine, Margaret and Tom as part of our continued refreshment process” said Kohl’s Chairman Frank Sica. “Today’s agreement reflects our Board’s ongoing dialogue with our shareholders and our commitment to maximizing long-term value for all stakeholders. We welcome the new directors and look forward to their perspectives as we continue to execute Kohl’s growth strategy.”

Kohl’s CEO Michelle Gass said, “I look forward to working with our newly expanded Board to further advance our transformative strategy and deliver results for shareholders. Amidst ongoing industry disruption and evolving consumer trends, we are uniquely positioned to build on our momentum and accelerate growth and profitability.”

The Investor Group stated: “These new directors are all proven leaders in retail who will add valuable expertise to the Board. We are pleased to have been able to reach this constructive resolution with the Company, and we are confident these changes will help further our shared goal of creating long-term value for shareholders. We are excited for the future at Kohl’s.”

Additionally, the Company announced that it received notice from Steve Burd that he will retire from the Board at the end of August 2021, and from Frank Sica that he will retire from the Board next year in connection with the Company’s 2022 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.

Also, as part of the agreement:

  • The Board’s existing ad hoc finance committee will become a standing Finance Committee of the Board, which Thomas Kingsbury will join. The purpose of the Committee will include assisting the Board on its oversight of capital allocation decisions made by the Company.
  • The Board expanded its existing share repurchase authorization to $2 billion. Similar to past practices, the authorization may be utilized to repurchase shares at the Company’s discretion, subject to market conditions and other factors.

The Investor Group will not be submitting WHITE Proxy Cards for tabulation for the 2021 Annual Meeting of Shareholders and encourages stockholders to submit a BLUE proxy card in support of the Board’s recommendations on each proposal. All votes previously submitted on WHITE proxy cards (whether with respect to withdrawn directors or other agenda matters) will be disregarded in entirety.

The Investor Group has also agreed to abide by certain customary standstill provisions until 30 days prior to the close of the nomination window for the Company’s 2022 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.

The complete agreement will be filed by the Company with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) as an exhibit to the Current Report on Form 8-K.

About the New Directors

Christine Day brings extensive expertise in retail, including experience in athleisure. Ms. Day is co-founder and the Executive Chairman of The House of LR&C, a new concept in retail with a focus on fashion and sustainability and doing good, and currently serves on the board of directors of Performance Kitchen. From 2008 to 2013, Ms. Day served as the CEO of lululemon athletica, where she was a key driver in the company’s significant growth in sales from less than $300 million to $1.5 billion and grew stores from less than 100 to 250. Prior to lululemon she spent more than 20 years at the Starbucks Corporation, in a variety of leadership positions including most recently as President of the Asia Pacific Group.

Margaret Jenkins hasextensive background in retail and consumer marketing management and advertising. Ms. Jenkins has served as a director for clothing retailer Citi Trends Inc. as well as for PVH Corp., an international apparel manufacturer and retailer. She has also served as Chief Marketing Officer of restaurant corporations Denny’s Corporation and El Pollo Loco. Ms. Jenkins also held several management positions with Taco Bell Corp. and PepsiCo International Foodservice. Ms. Jenkins is Chair of the Board of Directors of Prisma Health – Upstate, one of the largest healthcare providers in the Southeast.

Thomas A. Kingsbury brings more than 40 years of experience in the retail industry. Mr. Kingsbury serves as an independent director at Big Lots, Inc, BJ’S Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc., and at Tractor Supply Co. Most recently, he served as the President and CEO of Burlington Stores, Inc. from 2008 until his retirement in September 2019. Mr. Kingsbury also served as a member of the board of directors of Burlington Stores from 2008 until February 2020, including as Chairman from May 2014 to September 2019 and as Executive Chairman from September 2019 to February 2020. Prior to Burlington Stores, Kingsbury held various leadership positions at retail companies including Kohl’s and The May Department Stores Company.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Information

This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The Company intends forward-looking terminology such as “believes,” “expects,” “may,” “will,” “should,” “anticipates,” “strategy,” “preliminary,” “plans,” or similar expressions to identify forward-looking statements. Such statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, which could cause the Company’s actual results to differ materially from those anticipated by the forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, our ability to execute on and realize the benefits of our strategic plan, market conditions beyond our control, including the ongoing and evolving impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, that may negatively impact our stock price vis-à-vis industry analyst expectations and the risks described more fully in Item 1A in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, which is expressly incorporated herein by reference, and other factors as may periodically be described in the Company’s filings with the SEC. Forward-looking statements relate to the date initially made, and Kohl’s undertakes no obligation to update them.

About Kohl’s

Kohl’s (NYSE: KSS) is a leading omnichannel retailer. With more than 1,100 stores in 49 states and the online convenience of Kohls.com and the Kohl’s App, Kohl’s offers amazing national and exclusive brands at incredible savings for families nationwide. Kohl’s is uniquely positioned to deliver against its strategy and its vision to be the most trusted retailer of choice for the active and casual lifestyle. Kohl’s is committed to progress in its diversity and inclusion pledges, and the company’s environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) stewardship. For a list of store locations or to shop online, visit Kohls.com. For more information about Kohl’s impact in the community or how to join our winning team, visit Corporate.Kohls.com or follow  @KohlsNews on Twitter.

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CBD, Cannabis and Psychedelics: CEO’s of Sundial Growers, Red Light Holland, Nass Valley Gateway and Charlottes Web Discuss New Market Opportunities, M&A and Product Innovation

NEW YORK, April 14, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Wall Street Reporter, the trusted name in financial news since 1843, has published reports on the latest comments and insights from leaders at: Red Light Holland (OTC: TRUFF) (CSE: TRIP) Nass Valley Gateway (CSE: NVG) (OTC: NSVGF) Sundial Growers (NASDAQ: SNDL) and Charlottes Web Holdings (TSX: CWEB) (OTC:CWBHF).

Wall Street Reporter highlights the latest comments from industry thought leaders in CBD, cannabis and psychedelics:

Nass Valley Gateway (CSE: NVG) (OTC: NSVGF) CEO Michael Semler: “Path to $100 Million Revenues”

In his recent debut presentation on Wall Street Reporter’s “Investors Discovery Day” livestream, Nass Valley Gateway (OTC: NSVGF) CEO Michael Semler shared NSVGF’s strategy for building a $100 million revenue business in the CBD market. NSVGF is a fast growing distributor of top quality, broad and full spectrum CBD products in categories including beauty, sleep, and pain relief for both humans and pets. In his interview, Semler shares that NSVGF is at a key inflection point, and positioned for explosive revenue growth in the coming year as its CBD product lines are expected to enter thousands of retail, specialty, and big box stores, online and direct sales channels – and expanding its product line to over 60 SKU’s.

One of NSVGF’s most exciting new growth initiatives is the upcoming launch of Nass Valley Direct, a direct sales/MLM channel, which has recently brought in Jeff Rogers, former CEO of top MLM company Kannaway, with a long track record of success in the direct sales industry. Semler explains why he expects direct sales to be a powerful source of revenues for NSVGF, and its competitive advantage in the highly competitive CBD market.

Watch NSVGF Discovery Day Video:

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Charlottes Web Holdings (TSX: CWEB) (OTC:CWBHF) CEO, Deanie Elsner: ”World’s leading hemp wellness company”

“…Charlotte’s Web entered 2020 as the world’s leading hemp wellness company with the strongest infrastructure in the sector. We had several headwinds to address. And by the close of 2020, we demonstrated how we are outperforming our peers and are managing our business to win long term…We have the most recognized and trusted brand with the No. 1 position in awareness and loyalty. We’re the market share leader across our channels. We own our vertically integrated supply chain, which provides us low-cost advantage, safety, transparency and traceability.”

“We have the largest B2B retail distribution reach and the largest e-commerce platform generating robust consumer data. We have proprietary patented genetics that deliver quality and consistency, further supported by the liver safety study results published by ValidCare this week, and our brands are backed by science, clinicals and research led by CW Labs. So despite a challenging year, we took action and we outperformed most of our competitive set. We expanded our footprint, gained market share and further strengthened our brand metrics…”

Charlottes Web Holdings (TSX: CWEB) Earnings Highlights:


https://bit.ly/3scAEQJ

Red Light Holland (OTC: TRUFF) (CSE: TRIP) CEO Todd Shapiro: ”Psychedelics is Next Billion Dollar Market Opportunity”

Cannabis industry pioneer Bruce Linton is relishing his new role as Advisory Board Chairman at Red Light Holland (OTC: TRUFF) (CSE: TRIP). Recently he joined TRUFF CEO Todd Shapiro on Wall Street Reporter’s NEXT SUPER STOCK investors livestream to discuss the coming global boom in psychedelics. TRUFF produces and sells recreational grade psychedelic Magic Truffles to the current legal adult use market in the Netherlands, and is planning global expansion as legislation is rapidly changing globally. In his Wall Street Reporter interview, Bruce Linton explains why he sees “Psychedelics is the New Cannabis”, and how he is helping TRUFF get positioned to capitalize on this generational market opportunity for psychedelics.

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April 13 – TRUFF enters into letter of intent to purchase 80% of Happy Caps Urban Gourmet Mushroom Farm, specializing in quality ‘grow your own mushroom kits’, mushroom plug spawn and fresh mushrooms for the wholesale market.

March 19 – TRUFF closes acquisition of SR Wholesale B.V., one of the Netherlands’ premiere distributors for quality psychedelic truffles. In 2020, SR Wholesale generated over $2.44 Million in revenues[1], and over $822,0001 in gross profit, with approximately $400,0001 of cash and working capital currently on hand. SR Wholesale has established a distribution network of over 400 companies that sell their products across Europe, including working with sub-distributors which provide products to over 1,000 shops in countries like the Netherlands, Germany, Spain, Czech, Greece, UK, France, and Portugal.

March 16 – TRUFF announces it has completed the sale and import of the Company’s high-grade consumer packaged goods (“iMicrodose Packs”) from the Netherlands to Canada under a Health Canada psilocybin import permit obtained by CCrest Laboratories Inc. in partnership with Shaman Pharma Corp. The Transaction between Red Light Holland and the Montreal, Quebec-based cGMP lab, CCrest Laboratories, is the first of a multi-phase project to expand into the mental wellness pharmaceutical sector by demonstrating a legally compliant route for supplying raw materials containing psychoactive molecules, produced abroad by Red Light Holland, and imported into Canada.

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Sundial Growers (NASDAQ: SNDL), CEO Zach George: “Evolving to Deliver Higher THC Potency Meeting New Consumer Demands”

“…Canadian cannabis consumer preferences are evolving, but are currently biased towards high THC potency. We have had to rapidly adapt our cultivation processes to meet those demands over the last six months….the modular nature of our facility provides Sundial the ability to rapidly adapt to evolving market conditions and we continue to be agile in our response. The scale and modular room design of Sundial’s cultivation facility make it one of the best in Canada. Since inception, we’ve compiled a broad spectrum of cultivation statistics, including more than 600 harvests, including 243 in 2020 and 52 in the third quarter alone. Sundial has leveraged his data analytics capabilities to focus on key improvement areas. I am proud to say that just last month in October we generated the highest average potency results since Sundial’s inception…”

“…To continue to serve evolving consumer preferences Sundial has also acquired an expanded library of genetics. We expect these genetics to have a financial impact in early 2021. …We exited Q3 with lower costs, greater efficiencies and dramatic improvements to our balance sheet. Despite underperforming on revenue, we reached several key operating milestones. As we continue to improve our processes, we are also working to elevate our customer experience while driving long-term growth…”

Sundial Growers, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNDL) Earnings Highlights:


https://bit.ly/3oFJgO7

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IQST – iQSTEL Schedules Management Update To Follow Pending Annual Report

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NEW YORK, April 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — iQSTEL, Inc. (USOTC: IQST) today announced a management update to be released this Friday, April 16th, 2021 following the pending publication of the company’s FY2020 Annual Report.

 

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iQSTEL, is an innovative, high growth US-based company offering leading-edge Telecommunication, Technology, Fintech Services and Blockchain for Global Markets, with presence in 15 countries. Building on a history of providing wholesale, enhanced Telecommunication Services to Tier 1 and Tier 2, Name Brand Telecom Service Providers, iQSTEL has now expanded its technology expertise to also deliver High-Tech Solutions to the Electric Vehicle (EV), Liquid Fuel Distribution, Chemical and Financial Services Industries. Today, iQSTEL has 4 Business Divisions: Telecom, Technology, Fintech and Blockchain.

iQSTEL revenue more than doubled from 2019 to 2020. The company reported revenue of $18 million in FY2019 and anticipates soon reporting well over $44 million in revenue for FY2020 in the upcoming publication of the company’s audited annual financial report.

iQSTEL has forecasted revenue of $60.5 million for FY2021.

The update on Friday will provide a narrative summary highlighting the company’s FY2020 performance in addition to sharing new details on the company’s FY2021 growth plans.

About iQSTEL Inc.:

iQSTEL Inc (OTC: IQST) (www.iQSTEL.com) is a US-based publicly-listed company offering leading-edge Telecommunication, Technology and Fintech Services for Global Markets, with presence in 13 countries. The company provides services to the Telecommunications, Electric Vehicle (EV), Liquid Fuel Distribution, Chemical and Financial Services Industries. iQSTEL has 4 Business Divisions: Telecom, Technology, Fintech and Blockchain, with worldwide B2B and B2C customer relations operating through its subsidiaries: Etelix, SwissLink, QGlobal SMS, SMSDirectos, IoT Labs, Global Money One and itsBchain. The Company has an extensive portfolio of products and services for its clients: SMS, VoIP, 4G & 5G international infrastructure connectivity, Cloud-PBX, OmniChannel Marketing, IoT Smart Electric Vehicle Platform, iQ Batteries for Electric Vehicles, IoT Smart Gas Platform, IoT Smart Tank Platform, Visa Debit Card, Money Remittance, Mobile Number Portability Application MNPA (Blockchain Platform) and Settlement & Payments Marketplace (Blockchain Platform).

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NovaSignal Launches Platform To Transform Cerebral Blood Flow Measurement

The NovaGuide™ 2 Intelligent Ultrasound and NovaGuide View cloud-based software make complex cerebral assessments easy to perform and enable faster time to treatment with on-demand access to exam data

LOS ANGELES, April 14, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NovaSignal Corp., a medical technology and data company specializing in assessing cerebral blood flow, today launched the NovaGuide™ 2 Platform that empowers clinical teams with critical, real-time information about cerebral blood flow to guide diagnosis and improve patient outcomes. Designed to seamlessly integrate into existing clinical practice, the platform includes the NovaGuide 2 Intelligent Ultrasound which autonomously captures blood flow data to identify brain illnesses and disease, and NovaGuide View which provides secure, cloud-based access to dynamic exam data.

Using NovaSignal’s FDA-cleared, CE-marked, robotic ultrasound technology, the NovaGuide 2 Intelligent Ultrasound is a unified, AI-driven cerebral ultrasound solution that provides clinical teams with vital evidence to guide patient diagnosis and treatment. NovaGuide 2 incorporates industry-leading advanced algorithms, features an intuitive design, and delivers an efficient exam experience to speed time to diagnosis and treatment.

“The automated NovaGuide broadens our capabilities to treat ruptured aneurysm patients by giving us the ability to monitor for vasospasm any time of the day or night,” said Dr. Chirag Gandhi, Director of Neurosurgery at Westchester Medical Center. “The technology also eliminates inter-operator variability in ultrasound assessments and ensures that any change such as emboli or reduced blood flow are monitored, allowing me to stay updated on patient status.”

Populated with data from NovaGuide, the cloud-based NovaGuide View enables faster time to treatment with on-demand access to dynamic exam data. The interactive application improves coordination of clinical teams and reduces time to intervention with secure access to exam snapshots, videos, audio, and reports. Designed by data security experts, NovaGuide View ensures NovaGuide 2 Intelligent Ultrasound data is uploaded and stored in a secure, HIPAA-compliant cloud for instant viewing on the personal devices of the clinical team.

“Technology, data, and AI are transforming the way care is administered, resulting in improved patient outcomes. Cerebral blood flow data collected through our AI-driven, robotic ultrasound system is of tremendous value to clinical teams as they strive to reduce time to treatment,” said NovaSignal chairman and CEO, Diane Bryant. “Our technology allows them to easily and rapidly identify the existence of stroke-causing events by providing a direct view into the brain. The mission of NovaSignal is to unlock the power of blood flow data.”

About NovaSignal: Founded in 2013, NovaSignal Corp. is a medical technology company whose mission is to save lives by unlocking the hidden power of blood flow data. The company’s FDA-cleared NovaGuide Intelligent Ultrasound combines non-invasive ultrasound, robotics, and artificial intelligence to assess real-time cerebral blood flow. Using cloud computing and data analytics, NovaSignal supports physicians in their clinical decision making of diseases identified through cerebral blood flow. This includes strokes, intra-cardiac shunts, and intra-pulmonary shunts as demonstrated with COVID-19-positive patients. To learn more, visit novasignal.com.

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