Intrado Digital Media Announces Record-Breaking Increase in Webcasts and Virtual Events

2020 Benchmark report showing the massive impact of COVID-19 on the webcast and virtual event industry

OMAHA, Neb., Nov. 16, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Intrado Corporation (“Intrado” or the “Company”), a global leader in technology-enabled services, recently published its 2020 Benchmark Report for Webcasts and Virtual Events. Data from over 58,500 customer webcasts and virtual events, conducted between March-September 2019 and March-September 2020, were compared to analyze the impact of COVID-19 in 2020 versus industry trends in 2019. The report identifies actionable insights and provides best practices using attendance and engagement analysis.

Highlights from Intrado Digital Media’s 2020 Benchmark Report for Webcasts and Virtual Events include:

  • Total number of webcasts and virtual events increased by over 360%
  • Over 1.8 billion minutes of webcasts and virtual events were viewed on Intrado’s platform, a 350% increase from 2019
  • 995% growth in gamification with over 1.3 million games played on Intrado’s platform
  • 472% year-over-year increase in booth visits during virtual events 

The growth we are seeing in virtual events and webcasts couldn’t have been predicted,” said Ben Chodor, president of Intrado Digital Media. “As we look ahead to 2021, we know that the trend will continue – even as physical events return, they will need to be reimagined to include a virtual component. The last few months have shown us that brands are using event technology very effectively and attendees are comfortable and engaged with this format. We are fortunate to be able to help businesses communicate with their audiences and we are continuing to evolve our platform and services to support our customers.”

A Media Snippet accompanying this announcement is available by clicking on the image or link below:

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Topics covered in depth in the report include:                                                                           

  • Registration and attendance data
  • Content and engagement data
  • Most popular days to host a webcast or virtual event
  • Emerging viewing trends
  • Use of video data

Intrado Digital Media’s broad suite of solutions helps marketing, public relations, internal communications, and investor relations professionals connect with their most important audiences, uncover actionable insights, and drive meaningful business impact.

To learn more about Intrado Digital Media’s Benchmark Report for Webcasts and Virtual Events, visit: insight.intrado.com/2020-Benchmark-Report

About Intrado
Corporation

Intrado Corporation is an innovative, cloud-based, global technology partner to clients around the world. Our solutions connect people and organizations at the right time and in the right ways, making those mission-critical connections more relevant, engaging, and actionable – turning Information to Insight.

Intrado has sales and/or operations in the United States, Canada, Europe, the Middle East, Asia Pacific, Latin America and South America. Intrado is controlled by affiliates of certain funds managed by Apollo Global Management, Inc. (NYSE: APO). For more information, please call 1-800-841-9000 or visit www.intrado.com.



Contact

Dave Pleiss
Investor and Public Relations
[email protected]
402-716-6578 

Sammons Financial Group Completes Construction on West Des Moines Headquarters

Move-in to new campus to be complete by year-end

WEST DES MOINES, Iowa, Nov. 16, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Sammons Financial Group today announces the completion of its new campus in West Des Moines, Iowa. Initial limited occupancy of the building is currently underway with employees fully transitioned out of the previously leased space by year-end.

Located at 8300 Mills Civic Parkway in West Des Moines, the six-story, 217,000-square foot headquarters provides more space and enhanced functionality for the company’s current and future employees and contractors. Poised for growth in the coming decade, the new headquarters offers contemporary space and amenities to attract and retain a growing employee base and business. Employees from each of the company’s diverse business lines operating in the Des Moines area will relocate to the building.

“If we have learned anything this past year, it is that our employees are stronger together,” said Esfand Dinshaw, chief executive officer of Sammons Financial Group. “We have aggressively invested in and grown our financial services business over the past two decades. We look forward to our new, owned space to create a more collaborative and functional work environment for our team.”

The company announced and celebrated plans with its groundbreaking in June 2019 and the project remained on schedule and on budget during the 18-month construction process.

“Our new space is modern and inspiring, and will allow us the room we need to grow in the next phase of our history,” said Rob TeKolste, president of Sammons Independent Annuity Group and the company’s West Des Moines site leader. “West Des Moines has been a good home for us, and we look forward to the day we can all celebrate this milestone together.”

Though the building is complete and the initial move-in will take place now through yearend, the majority of Central Iowa workers will continue to work remotely. Sammons Financial Group anticipates fully introducing the campus to its employees and distribution partners in 2021. As the community manages through COVID-19 containment, the company’s employees will return to office – and Sammons Financial Group will plan a grand opening – only when safe to do so.

“Because employee safety is always our No. 1 priority, right now it is best for the majority of our employees to continue to work from home until we can safely be together again,” said TeKolste. “We are excited to move to our beautiful new building as our investment in the campus is an investment in our employees and our strong culture.”

The new headquarters building consolidates approximately 600 West Des Moines-based employees with the campus serving as home to the member companies of its annuity, life insurance, and retirement product business lines.

“We applaud Sammons Financial Group for planting deeper roots in the city of West Des Moines and this new project will strongly contribute to our community and local economy,” said West Des Moines Mayor Steve Gaer. “We look forward to celebrating with the company in 2021, once the move-in is complete.”

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About Sammons® Financial Group, Inc.

The companies of Sammons® Financial Group, Inc. help families and businesses protect their future to enjoy life’s moments today. A subsidiary of Sammons Enterprises, Inc., Sammons Financial Group is privately owned with member companies that are among the most enduring and stable in the financial services industry. Our companies include Midland National® Life Insurance Company (including Sammons® Corporate Markets); North American Company for Life and Health Insurance®; and Sammons Institutional Group® (including Midland Retirement Distributors® and Sammons Retirement Solutions®). Together, we offer today’s most sought-after life insurance, annuity, and retirement planning products. Sammons Financial Group: With You for Every Moment®.

Media Contact:

Hillary Carlson
Manager, External Communications
Sammons Financial Group
[email protected]
Office: (515) 221-7426

 



Nymox Provides Update on Regulatory Filing Activities

HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, N.J., Nov. 16, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Nymox Pharmaceutical Corporation (NASDAQ: NYMX) is pleased to provide a current update on the regulatory filing status for Fexapotide Triflutate (FT), Nymox’s first in class lead product for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Substantial progress has been made and there are no material changes to the content of the planned applications.

Unavoidable delays have been incurred in this project mainly due to the very long-term data, the standard requirements for updating various aspects of the filing, dependence on external vendors, and the general inefficiencies due to the Covid situation. Nevertheless, the Company is highly confident that the filings will occur in the near-term horizon, although this will likely be in first quarter, and not fourth quarter 2020.

Dr Paul Averback, CEO said, “Fundamentally we are very pleased with the progress and the overall quality of the work going into our filings. We are as impatient as our shareholders but we are very confident that we will complete these important milestones in the near future. Our Fexapotide product is first in class, and has strong supportive long-term data. There is a large unmet need for a safe injectable with better efficacy than current medications and without the bothersome side effects of conventional drug treatments. The filings will occur as soon as possible but we cannot compromise on the quality for this ground-breaking treatment, and so we must ask again for patience from our valued supporters.”

Dr. Averback added, “We provide this update today to reassure our stakeholders that the Company is essentially on track and in the final stages of completing our NDA submission. The majority of the labor-intensive data updating and preparation for the chemistry, manufacturing and controls; the non-clinical scientific work, the safety studies, and the clinical modules have been accomplished. There remains some very important final writing steps to be completed, and we will continue to keep our shareholders up to date on the final stages of the filing documentation completion.”

The company also reported that Nymox management have personally invested USD $510,000 in direct placements in the Company’s shares in the past 3 months.

The Company further announced that an additional 9 international patents have been issued for FT for the treatment of BPH and prostate cancer since the last update, providing increasing coverage for the Company’s lead product.

Fexapotide (FT) has been designed and targeted for middle aged and elderly men throughout the world, who as they get older, develop enlarged prostate glands (BPH). Men with BPH often have progressive difficulties with urination and related symptoms that have serious impact upon their lives, causing discomfort, restricting activities, disrupting sleep, and leading to serious complications. With advancing age, a majority of men will have some degree of prostate enlargement, often with the resulting distressing urinary tract symptoms. Many men end up needing invasive surgery which can have long-term side effects such as permanent retrograde ejaculation and other risks.

FT has shown long-term effectiveness for BPH without the distressing side effects often unavoidable with the available drugs and procedures. The results from the main U.S. multi-center randomized prospective blinded long-term studies of FT for BPH have been published in prestigious peer review journals including World Journal of Urology 2018 36: 801-809 (Fexapotide triflutate: results of long-term safety and efficacy trials of a novel injectable therapy for symptomatic prostate enlargement authored by Neal Shore, Myrtle Beach, SC; Ronald Tutrone, Baltimore, MD; Mitchell Efros, Garden City, NY; Mohamed Bidair, San Diego, CA; Barton Wachs, Long Beach, CA; Susan Kalota, Tucson, AZ; Sheldon Freedman, Las Vegas, NV; James Bailen, Louisville, KY; Richard Levin, Towson, MD; Stephen Richardson, Salt Lake City, UT; Jed Kaminetsky, New York, NY; Jeffrey Snyder, Denver, CO; Barry Shepard, Garden City, NY; Kenneth Goldberg, Lewisville, TX); Alan Hay, Salem, OR; Steven Gange, Salt Lake City, UT; Ivan Grunberger, Brooklyn, NY (https ://doi.org/10.1007/s0034 5-018-2185-y)) and Therapeutic Advances in Urology 2019, Vol. 11: 1–16 (Efficacy and safety of fexapotide triflutate in outpatient medical treatment of male lower urinary tract symptoms associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia authored by Neal Shore, Ronald Tutrone and Claus G. Roehrborn (https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/1756287218820807)). Scientific studies were published recently in the highly regarded Research and Reports in Urology (2019 11:343-350) (https://doi.org/10.2147/RRU.S231334).

FT has also shown effectiveness in slowing the progression of low grade early prostate cancer. Results from the large multi-center prospective long-term FT prostate cancer study were published in the peer review literature in the prestigious World Journal Of Urology 2020 in the report Prospective Evaluation of Fexapotide Triflutate Injection ‎Treatment of Grade Group 1 Prostate Cancer: Four Year Results authored by Neal Shore, Myrtle Beach, SC; Steven A. Kaplan, New York, NY; Ronald Tutrone, Baltimore, MD; Richard Levin, Towson, MD; James Bailen, Louisville, KY; Alan Hay, Salem, OR; Susan Kalota, Tucson, AZ; Mohamed Bidair, San Diego, CA; Sheldon Freedman, Las Vegas, NV; Kenneth Goldberg, Lewisville, TX; Frederick Snoy, Albuquerque, NM; Jonathan I. Epstein, Baltimore, MD. The FT prostate cancer article is available online at https://doi.org/10.1007/s00345-020-03127-w.

The FT prostate cancer study enrolled 147 men with localized Gleason Grade 6 T1c prostate cancer at 28 U.S. clinical investigation sites. Patients were followed with clinical and laboratory evaluations and regular periodic prostate biopsies for up to 5 years. Important clinical highlights from the study include: FT treatment reduced cancer progression (-67.7%) compared to controls (3 years, FT 15mg, p<.02, pooled FT p=.0265) and also reduced (-54.7%) the incidence of surgery, radiotherapy or chemotherapy (4 years, FT 15mg p<.02; pooled FT p=.0374). At 4 years the incidence of surgery, radiotherapy or chemotherapy with increased Gleason grade was significantly reduced (FT 15mg -73.3% p=.0059, pooled FT p=.0064). Results for the high dose (FT 15mg) were superior to the lower dose (FT 2.5mg). Safety data showed no serious adverse events related to FT during the study.

For more information please contact [email protected] or 800-936-9669.

Forward Looking Statements

To the extent that statements contained in this press release are not descriptions of historical facts regarding Nymox, they are forward-looking statements reflecting the current beliefs and expectations of management made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including statements regarding the need for new options to treat BPH and prostate cancer, the potential of Fexapotide to treat BPH and prostate cancer and the estimated timing of further developments for Fexapotide. Such forward-looking statements involve substantial risks and uncertainties that could cause our clinical development program, future results, performance or achievements to differ significantly from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. Such risks and uncertainties include, among others, the uncertainties inherent in the clinical drug development process, including the regulatory approval process, the timing of Nymox’s regulatory filings, Nymox’s substantial dependence on Fexapotide, Nymox’s commercialization plans and efforts and other matters that could affect the availability or commercial potential of Fexapotide. Nymox undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward looking statements. For a further description of the risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from those expressed in these forward-looking statements, as well as risks relating to the business of Nymox in general, see Nymox’s current and future reports filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including its Annual Report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2019, and its Quarterly Reports.

For Further Information Contact:

Erik Danielsen        
Nymox Pharmaceutical Corporation
1-800-93NYMOX
www.nymox.com



Simplify Medical to Present at the 2020 Canaccord Genuity Virtual Medical Technologies & Diagnostics Forum

SUNNYVALE, Calif., Nov. 16, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Simplify Medical, Inc., maker of the Simplify® Cervical Artificial Disc, announced today that David Hovda, President and Chief Executive Officer, will present at the 2020 Canaccord Genuity Virtual Medical Technologies & Diagnostics Forum and invites investors to participate via the conference webcast. Please see additional details below:



2020




Canaccord Genuity




Virtual




Medical Technologies & Diagnostics Forum

Title:
Simplify Medical Company Presentation
Format: Virtual Company Presentation & One-on-One meetings with Management
Date: Thursday, November 19th 2020
Time: 11:00 am Eastern Time
Presenter: David Hovda, President & CEO

 

About Simplify

®
 Disc
Simplify® Disc is a motion-preserving cervical artificial disc designed to allow for advanced imaging capability of MRI, to better match patients’ anatomies, and for physiologic movement. It is composed of advanced, primarily non-metal materials (PEEK-on-ceramic) to permit the full diagnostic imaging capability of MRI, potentially minimizing patient exposure to ionizing radiation. The three-piece disc, with a semi-constrained mobile core, is designed to mimic/replicate the natural biomechanical motion of a healthy disc. Implantation of the Simplify Disc is accomplished in a straightforward, three-step procedure.

About Simplify Medical

Simplify Medical is a medical device company focused on cervical spinal disc arthroplasty, using innovative, MRI-compatible materials designed to optimize diagnostic imaging and decrease the need for ionizing radiation. Simplify Medical is located in Sunnyvale, California. To learn more, visit http://www.simplifymedical.com/.

Company Contact:
Simplify Medical
Kelsey Welch, Director of Marketing
+1-951-836-1062
[email protected] 

Investor Contact:
LifeSci Advisors, LLC
Bob Yedid
+1-646-597-6989
[email protected]  



DJSI Recognizes CN as Sustainability Leader

MONTREAL, Nov. 16, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) is pleased to announce that it has again earned a place on the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI). This marks the ninth consecutive year that CN has been listed on the DJSI World Index and the 12th consecutive year that CN has been listed on the DJSI North America Index.

The DJSI follows a best-in-class approach, surveying sustainability leaders from each industry on a global and regional level. The annual review of the DJSI family is based on a thorough analysis of economic, environmental and social performance, assessing issues such as corporate governance, risk management, climate change mitigation, supply chain management, stakeholder engagement and labour practices.

“At CN, our people have been committed to sustainable business practices for many years, we call it Delivering Responsibly, and in 2017, we became the first class one freight railroad in the world to set a science-based climate target. The company believes rail has tremendous potential to reduce the environmental impact of transportation and we are committed to playing a key role in the transition to a low-carbon economy. As we continue our journey towards sustainable business growth, we are committed to achieving our ESG goals, which support the Company’s strategic ESG priorities.”

– JJ Ruest, president and chief executive officer of CN.  

CN’s ESG goals include:

  • Achieve its climate change science-based target of 29% GHG intensity improvement by 2030, and an interim 6% intensity-based reduction in GHG emissions by 2022
  • Reduce its Criteria Air Contaminants intensity by 6% by 2022
  • Attain by 2022 and thereafter, maintain an executive management team in which at least thirty percent are women
  • Maintain a Board composition in which at least forty percent of the Board are members of the Designated Groups
  • Continuously drive improvements towards safety, with a vision to be the safest railroad in North America by establishing an uncompromising safety culture

The Dow Jones Sustainability™ North America Index comprises North American sustainability leaders that represent the top 20% of the largest 600 North American companies in the S&P Global Broad Market Index (BMI).

The Dow Jones Sustainability™ World Index comprises global sustainability leaders that represent the top 10% of the largest 2,500 companies in the S&P Global BMI. Launched in 1999, the DJSI World Index represents the gold standard for corporate sustainability and is the first global index to track the leading sustainability-driven companies based on RobecoSAM’s analysis of financially material Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors and S&P Dow Jones Indices robust index methodology.

Delivering Responsibly is at the heart of how CN is building a sustainable future. It means moving customer goods safely and efficiently, being environmentally responsible, attracting and developing the best railroaders, helping build safer, stronger communities, while adhering to the highest ethical standards. CN is proud of its Delivering Responsibly philosophy – it drives how the Company conducts its business and leads its transformational journey.

About CN

CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. As the only railroad connecting Canada’s Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a 19,500-mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.

   Contacts:



Media



Investment Community

Jonathan Abecassis Paul Butcher
Senior Manager Vice-President
Media Relations Investor Relations
(514) 399-7956
[email protected]
(514) 399-0052
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GATX Corporation to Participate in Stephens Annual Investment Conference 2020

CHICAGO, Nov. 16, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Brian A. Kenney, president and chief executive officer, GATX Corporation (NYSE:GATX), will participate in a virtual fireside chat at the Stephens Annual Investment Conference on Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2020, at 4 p.m. ET.

To listen to a live webcast of the event, please access the appropriate link at www.gatx.com at least 15 minutes prior to the start time. The webcast will be archived for 90 days.


COMPANY DESCRIPTION


GATX Corporation (NYSE:GATX) strives to be recognized as the finest railcar leasing company in the world by our customers, our shareholders, our employees and the communities where we operate. As the leading global railcar lessor, GATX has been providing quality railcars and services to its customers for over 121 years. GATX has been headquartered in Chicago, Illinois since its founding in 1898.


AVAILABILITY OF INFORMATION ON GATX’S WEBSITE


Investors and others should note that GATX routinely announces material information to investors and the marketplace using SEC filings, press releases, public conference calls, webcasts and the GATX Investor Relations website. While not all of the information that the Company posts to the GATX Investor Relations website is of a material nature, some information could be deemed to be material. Accordingly, the Company encourages investors, the media and others interested in GATX to review the information that it shares on www.gatx.com under the “Investor Relations” tab.


FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:


GATX Corporation

Shari Hellerman
Director, Investor Relations
GATX Corporation
312-621-4285
[email protected]

 



FOMO CORP. ANNOUNCES PURGE VIRUS JOINS SUSTAINABLE TECH ALLIANCE AND LAUNCHES COVID-19 CLEAN-AIR RENTAL PROGRAM

Chicago, IL, Nov. 16, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — FOMO CORP. (US OTC: ETFM) announces that its wholly owned subsidiary, Purge Virus, LLC (https://purgevirus.com) has joined the Leadership Council of the Sustainable Tech Alliance (https://sustainabletechalliance.com). The engagement reinforces Purge Virus’ leadership role in COVID-19 disinfection though webinars, training, and advanced indoor air quality devices. Purge Virus is well positioned to support the private sector and President-elect Biden’s Plan to upgrade four million buildings (https://joebiden.com/clean-energy). The majority of the Purge Virus disinfection devices are “Made in USA” to “Buy American Act” (BAA) Compliance, meaning that they are in line with President Trump’s initiative to promote American manufacturing. The next two months, before the January 20, 2021 inauguration, are critical for indoor air disinfection, given that people spend more time indoors over winter months than in other seasons. Beyond COVID-19, Purge Virus technologies inactivate influenza and other pathogens, which can further help save lives and reduce the stress on hospitals and healthcare professionals across the U.S. this winter.

Purge Virus devices provide energy savings in addition to disinfection when correctly installed at heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) air handling units (AHUs). Associated energy savings translate directly to operating cost reduction, which is key for business survival. A recent Sustainable Tech Alliance (STA) webinar on 11/12/2020 showcased Purge Virus as a critical solutions provider to save energy and eradicate COVID-19. To see the 48-page Webinar PDF, the recording, and the supporting data visit here: https://sustainabletechalliance.com/resources/

Purge Virus has a substantial sales pipeline of over 70 leads, including non-residential property owners and managers such as Related Properties Corporation, an affiliate of Related Companies based in New York City, that already deployed PV technology at a 180,000 square foot property in Connecticut; a company that used PV’s air cleaning solutions to protect guests at high-net worth customer’s private event; and small- and medium-size businesses including dental offices and restaurants that have deployed PV’s air cleaning solutions to protect their clients under the Purge Virus “Clean Air!” national branding campaign.

Purge Virus Clean-Air Rental Program (CARP): Today, Purge Virus is formally launching a rental program designed to make it fast and easy for people to use advanced disinfection technology to help reduce the risk of potential super-spreader events. Rentals are less expensive than purchasing the technology, and the ease of plugging them into standard wall outlets is more convenient than wiring and integrating with HVAC ducts. Sample portable devices can be found at https://purgevirus.com/portable-devices. PV has strategic relationships with multiple financing companies that have over $300 million available to facilitate this opportunity and drive revenues.

“Our Purge Virus team hopes that all Americans can agree that cleaning indoor air, saving money, and creating new jobs are bi-partisan wins for our country. Many people face the challenges of unemployment or under employment. We are pleased to offer education, training, and technology solutions to help activate the opportunities for a safer and more energy independent country,” said Charles Szoradi, CEO of Purge Virus, LLC.

Said Vik Grover, CEO of FOMO CORP.: “We believe Purge Virus can become a one-stop shop for clean building solutions that helps solve the COVID-19 pandemic and mitigate future viruses. I anticipate market acceptance of their solutions and applaud Charlie’s team’s efforts to solve this pressing issue for the world.”

About FOMO CORP.

FOMO CORP. is a publicly traded company focused on business incubation and acceleration. The Company invests in and advises emerging companies aligned with a growth mandate. FOMO is developing direct investment and affiliations – majority- and minority-owned as well as in joint venture formats – that afford emerging companies access to the public markets for expansion capital as well as spin-out options to become their own stand-alone public companies.

Forward Looking Statements:

Statements in this press release about our future expectations, including without limitation, the likelihood that FOMO CORP. will be able to meet minimum sales expectations, be successful and profitable in the market, bring significant value to FOMO CORP.’s stockholders, and leverage capital markets to execute its growth strategy, constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and as that term is defined in the Private Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties and are subject to change at any time, and our actual results could differ materially from expected results. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or release any revisions to these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this statement or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events, except as required by law. FOMO’s business strategy described in this press release is subject to innumerable risks, most significantly, whether the Company is successful in securing adequate financing. No information in this press release should be construed in any form shape or manner as an indication of the Company’s future revenues, financial condition, or stock price.

CONTACT:

Vik Grover
CEO
FOMO CORP.
[email protected]
(630) 286-9560



TrueCommerce Acquires B2BGateway

Unified commerce solutions provider adds new connectivity options and expands global reach

PITTSBURGH, Pa., Nov. 16, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — TrueCommerce, a global provider of trading partner connectivity and integration solutions, has announced today that it has acquired B2BGateway, a leading global provider of managed cloud service solutions for Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) and API data connectivity to suppliers, manufacturers, and retailers. With this acquisition, TrueCommerce further expands its global footprint and extends its growing leadership position in the unified commerce market with new fully managed connectivity options for organizations of all sizes.

“This announcement demonstrates TrueCommerce’s continued investment in the accelerated evolution of our global commerce network—both through in-house innovation and smart acquisitions of forward-looking companies like B2BGateway,” said Michael Cornell, CEO of TrueCommerce. “We’re excited that B2BGateway is joining us on this journey and will play a significant role in helping us shape the future of unified commerce.”

The acquisition fuels TrueCommerce’s global growth with expanded services and integrations with leading business systems, such as Xero, Skubana, Exact, and Mamut. Furthermore, the addition of B2BGateway increases TrueCommerce’s significant presence in the NetSuite, Acumatica, and QuickBooks segments.

B2BGateway’s offerings are finely tuned for the needs of small and mid-sized businesses, which is also a key market segment for TrueCommerce. The combined companies will continue to deliver the strong technical expertise and solid infrastructure that allows SMBs to free up their resources to focus on growing their core business.

“We are thrilled to join the TrueCommerce community,” said Kevin Hoyle, CEO of B2BGateway. “We are bringing our proven, agile solutions that will further enhance the vast connectivity infrastructure they have built. TrueCommerce and B2BGateway share the same customer-centric culture and commitment to deliver the highest level of service. I am confident that this new partnership will create incredible opportunities for our team and customers alike.”

This acquisition brings extensive opportunities to current B2BGateway customers who want to expand their omnichannel operations and increase their supply chain visibility. These customers will have access to TrueCommerce’s wide variety of solutions and apps, including supplier enablement, product information management, collaborative replenishment, eCommerce, and fulfillment.

About
B2BGateway

B2BGateway.Net is a leading global EDI solution provider and Data Integration specialist. Our EDI solutions can fully integrate with all leading Accounting/ERP software solutions, including QuickBooks, SAP, NetSuite, Sage, Microsoft Dynamics, and many, many more. Our global footprint covers North America, Europe, and Australia, with office locations in Rhode Island, USA, in Shannon, Ireland, and Sydney, Australia. B2BGateway’s award-winning EDI services have been recognized by customers, peers, and respected industry publications. For more information, visit www.B2BGateway.Net

About TrueCommerce

TrueCommerce is the most complete way to connect your business across the supply chain, integrating everything from EDI, to inventory management, to fulfillment, to digital storefronts and marketplaces, to your business system, and to whatever comes next. To stay ahead in today’s dynamic global market, companies need to be able to do business in a lot of different directions at once. But too often, doing so means too many solutions and too much assembly required. For decades, TrueCommerce has helped businesses be more connected, more supported, and more prepared for what’s next. That’s why thousands of companies – ranging from startups to the global Fortune 100, across various industries – rely on us.

TrueCommerce: Do business in every direction

For more information, visit www.truecommerce.com  

Media Contact

Yegor Kuznetsov

Director, Marketing Communications
1-703-209-0167
[email protected]



Newman-Dailey Resort Properties Provides A Safe Option for Holiday Gatherings at a Sanitized Destin Vacation Rental

Guests of Newman-Dailey will receive a welcome gift when checking in for holiday celebrations

Destin, Fla., Nov. 16, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — While research shows that holiday travel will slow this year due to COVID-19, healthy families still want to gather this holiday season. A recent survey released by Travelocity reported that nearly 80% of respondents who plan to travel this year are planning to drive for the November and December holidays. When it comes to accommodations, Arjan Dijk, a senior vice president at Booking.com shared with USA Today that those who travel “plan to stay at a self-catered accommodation such as a vacation rental or villa where it is easier to social distance.” For those families, Newman-Dailey Resort Properties is aiming to make the holidays a little brighter this year. With hundreds of Destin vacation rental homes and condominiums to choose from, Newman-Dailey is prepared to provide a safe and sanitized home away from home for the holiday gatherings. In addition, the team at Newman-Dailey is welcoming guests with fresh baked bread for holiday celebrations and a bottle of sparkling wine for New Year’s Eve celebrations.

“Our guests really enjoy the fully equipped kitchens to gather and prepare holiday meals,” said Newman-Dailey Founder and CEO Jeanne Dailey. “We have found COVID-19 blessings in spite of this difficult year and we want to be a blessing to the families we serve. Our enhanced sanitization and cleaning standards ensure every vacation rental home and condominium is fully sanitized after each departure. Guests love that when the celebration is over, they can leave the cleaning to us.” 

Booking.com data also shows that 41% of travelers say they’re making reservations with an eye toward isolation. The beaches of South Walton and Destin along Northwest Florida’s Gulf Coast offer miles of outdoor, open space to spread out. With miles of soft white sand beaches and emerald green waters, families enjoy the scenic setting and change of scenery to gather with loved ones for the holidays.

Destin’s outdoor festivities, including the annual lighted boat parade along the Destin Harbor and New Year’s Eve celebrations along Florida’s Emerald Coast, offer opportunities to be outdoors and socially distance from others.

Newman-Dailey’s vast array of beach vacation rental homes sleep groups from two to 22. Each vacation rental home is equipped with a full kitchen, and washer and dryer, providing the conveniences of home in a beautiful beachside setting.  Newman-Dailey also provides guest rewards, including complimentary movie rentals and discounts to area businesses.

Travelers can search among hundreds of Destin vacation rental options for the holidays at DestinVacation.com or call 1-800-225-7652. To enjoy a welcome gift* including fresh baked bread or sparkling wine upon arrival, use promo code: HOME20. (*Offer is valid for stays during holiday weeks while supplies last)

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About Newman-Dailey Resort Properties, Inc.
Newman-Dailey Resort Properties is a premier vacation rental, real estate sales and association management company located in Miramar Beach, Fla. Founded in 1985, Newman-Dailey has been welcoming guests to the beaches of South Walton and Destin, Fla. for more than 30 years. Recognized for excellence, integrity and professionalism, Newman-Dailey was voted “Best Property Management Company” by the readers of Emerald Coast Magazine. The Real Estate Division is consistently listed among the top 10 percent of real estate companies along the Emerald Coast for sales.  For more sales or rental information, call 850.837.1071, or visit online at DestinSales.com or DestinVacation.com.

Media Contact: Tracy Louthain, [email protected], 850-837-1071 x 220

 

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ATIF Holdings Limited Is Rapidly Gaining Momentum With A Database Of Over 62,000 Investment Institutions On IPOEX Online Financial Consulting Platform

PR Newswire

SHENZHEN, China, Nov. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — ATIF Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: ATIF, the “Company” or “ATIF”), a company providing business consulting and multimedia services in Asia and North America, today announced that to date the Company’s online financial consulting service platform IPOEX.com (“IPOEX”) has accumulated a database of over 62,000 investment institutions all over the world.

IPOEX will offer a one-stop solution that includes membership services, IPO advisory and investor relations as well as media services. IPOEX aims to provide financial consulting services to corporate members assisting them to prepare for fund-raising and initial public offerings in the domestic and international markets. IPOEX publishes its members’ corporate profile and fund-raising information on IPOEX to further their investor relation development, and also provide online IPO tutorials to its members to educate them to understand the capital market.

IPOEX has received an overwhelming response since its official launch on September 2, 2020. As at the date of this press release, IPOEX has accumulated a database of over 62,000 investment institutions, which substantially expands the scope of fast and accurate connection between platform members and financing institutions. On IPOEX, these global investment institutions are classified by regions, investment nature and investment preferences, so platform members could easily reach the most accurate investment institutions and start connecting.

In addition to the upgrade of the database, IPOEX has also attracted domestic organizations’ attention. IPOEX has established cooperation relationship with more than 10 domestic organizations such as industrial and business organizations, associations and enterprises, which mainly focusing on high-growth enterprises in industry of Internet, big data and innovative technology.

CEO of ATIF, Mr. Pishan Chi commented, “We are very pleased to have accumulated a database of over 62,000 investment institutions in just two months. Due to the rich experience and foresight of the core management team of ATIF, IPOEX has successfully entered the market and achieved good market expectations. The research and development, operation and promotion of IPOEX are core competencies of our team, and we have very positive expectations for the future momentum and potential of IPOEX.”

About ATIF Holdings Limited

Headquartered in Shenzhen, China, ATIF Holdings Limited (“ATIF”) is a company providing business consulting services to small and medium-sized enterprises in Asia, including going public consulting services, international business planning and consulting services, and financial media services. ATIF has advised several enterprises in China in their plans to become publicly listed in the U.S. Through its majority-owned subsidiary, Leaping Group Co., Ltd., ATIF also provides multimedia services and is engaged in three major businesses, including multi-channel advertising, event planning and execution, film and TV program production and movie theater operations. ATIF operates the largest pre-movie advertising network in Heilongjiang Province and Liaoning Province of China and also provides advertising services in elevators and supermarkets. ATIF is often hired to plan both online and offline advertising campaigns and to produce related advertising material. In addition, ATIF invests in films and TV programs and distributes them in movie theaters or through online platforms. ATIF is also one of majority shareholders of AeroCentury Corp. (NYSE American: ACY) which is an independent global aircraft operating lessor and finance company specializing in leasing regional jet and turboprop aircraft and related engines to airlines and commercial users worldwide. For more information, please visit https://ir.atifchina.com/.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements made in this release are “forward looking statements” within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. When used in this press release, the words “estimates,” “projected,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “forecasts,” “plans,” “intends,” “believes,” “seeks,” “may,” “will,” “should,” “future,” “propose” and variations of these words or similar expressions (or the negative versions of such words or expressions) are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are not guarantee of future performance, conditions or results, and involve a number of known and unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other important factors, many of which are outside the Company’s control, that could cause actual results or outcomes to differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking statements. Important factors, among others, are: future financial and operating results, including revenues, income, expenditures, cash balances and other financial items; ability to manage growth and expansion; current and future economic and political conditions; ability to compete in an industry with low barriers to entry; ability to continue to operate through our VIE structure; ability to obtain additional financing in the future to fund capital expenditures; ability to attract new clients and further enhance brand recognition; ability to hire and retain qualified management personnel and key employees; trends and competition in the financial consulting services industry; a pandemic or epidemic; and other factors listed in the Company’s annual report on Form 20-F and other documents filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that such expectations will turn out to be correct, and the Company cautions you that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements we make. You should not rely upon forward-looking statements as predictions of future events. Forward-looking statements represent our management’s beliefs and assumptions only as of the date such statements are made. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this news release.

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SOURCE ATIF Holdings Limited