Principal Real Estate Fund Announces Notification of Sources of Distribution

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DENVER, Nov. 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The Principal Real Estate Income Fund (NYSE:PGZ) announces the sources of a distribution paid on November 30, 2020 of $0.08 per share to shareholders of record at the close of business on November 13, 2020, pursuant to the Fund’s managed distribution plan. This press release is issued as required by an exemptive order granted to the Fund by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and includes the notice below sent to shareholders regarding the source of the distribution.  

Statement Pursuant to Section 19(a) of the Investment Company Act of 1940

The following table sets forth the estimated amount of the sources of distribution for purposes of Section 19 of the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended, and the related rules adopted thereunder. In accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”), the Fund estimates the following percentages, of the total distribution amount per share, attributable to (i) current and prior fiscal year net investment income, (ii) net realized short-term capital gain, (iii) net realized long-term capital gain and (iv) return of capital or other capital source as a percentage of the total distribution amount. These percentages are disclosed for the current distribution as well as the fiscal year-to-date cumulative distribution amount per share for the Fund.


Current Distribution from:


Per Share ($)


%

Net Investment Income

0.03630

45.40%

Net Realized Short-Term Capital Gain

0.00000

0.00%

Net Realized Long-Term Capital Gain

0.00000

0.00%

Return of Capital or other Capital Source


0.04370


54.60%

Total (per common share)

0.08000

100.00%


Fiscal Year-to-Date Cumulative



Distributions from:


Per Share ($)


%

Net Investment Income

0.03630

45.40%

Net Realized Short-Term Capital Gain

0.00000

0.00%

Net Realized Long-Term Capital Gain

0.00000

0.00%

Return of Capital or other Capital Source


0.04370


54.60%

 Total (per common share)

0.08000

100.00%

The Fund estimates that it has distributed more than its income; therefore, a portion of your distribution may be a return of capital. A return of capital may occur, for example, when some or all of the money that you invested in the Fund is paid back to you. A return of capital distribution does not necessarily reflect the Fund’s investment performance and should not be confused with ‘yield’ or ‘income’.

The timing and character of distributions for federal income tax purposes are determined in accordance with income tax regulations which may differ from GAAP. As such, all or a portion of this distribution may be reportable as taxable income on your 2020 federal income tax return. The final tax character of any distribution declared in 2020 will be determined in January 2021 and reported to you on IRS Form 1099-DIV.

The amounts and sources of distributions reported in this 19(a) Notice are only estimates and not for tax reporting purposes. The actual amounts and sources of the amounts for tax reporting purposes will depend upon the Fund’s investment experience during the remainder of its fiscal year and may be subject to changes based on tax regulations. The Fund will send you a Form 1099-DIV for the calendar year that will tell you how to report these distributions for federal income tax purposes.

Presented below are return figures, based on the change in the Fund’s Net Asset Value per share (“NAV”), compared to the annualized distribution rate for this current distribution as a percentage of the NAV on the last day of the month prior to distribution record date.

Fund Performance & Distribution Information

Fiscal YTD (11/1/19 – 10/31/20)

Annualized Distribution Rate as % of NAV^

6.99%

Cumulative Distribution Rate on NAV^

0.58%

Cumulative Total Return on NAV*

-33.80%

Average Annual Total Return on NAV for the 5 Year Period Ended 10/31/2020**

1.47%

^ Based on the Fund’s NAV as of October 31, 2020.

*Cumulative fiscal year-to-date return is based on the change in NAV including distributions paid and assuming reinvestment of these distributions for the period November 1, 2019 through October 31, 2020. 

**The 5 year average annual total return is based on change in NAV including distributions paid and assuming reinvestment of these distributions and is through the last business day of the month prior to the month of the current distribution record date.

While the NAV performance may be indicative of the Fund’s investment performance, it does not measure the value of a shareholder’s investment in the Fund. The value of a shareholder’s investment in the Fund is determined by the Fund’s market price, which is based on the supply and demand for the Fund’s shares in the open market. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Shareholders should not draw any conclusions about the Fund’s investment performance from the amount of this distribution or from the terms of the Fund’s Managed Distribution Plan.

Furthermore, the Board of Trustees reviews the amount of any potential distribution and the income, capital gain or capital available. The Board of Trustees will continue to monitor the Fund’s distribution level, taking into consideration the Fund’s net asset value and the financial market environment. The Fund’s distribution policy is subject to modification by the Board of Trustees at any time. The distribution rate should not be considered the dividend yield or total return on an investment in the Fund.

Please retain this document for your records.

ALPS Advisors, Inc. is the investment adviser to the Fund.

Principal Real Estate Investors LLC is the investment sub-adviser to the Fund. Principal Real Estate Investors LLC is not affiliated with ALPS Advisors, Inc. or any of its affiliates.

ALPS Portfolio Solutions Distributor, Inc. is the FINRA Member.

 

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Mettee Named Chief Financial Officer of FirstBank

Mettee Named Chief Financial Officer of FirstBank

NASHVILLE, Tenn.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Michael Mettee has been named chief financial officer of FirstBank and its parent company, FB Financial Corporation (NYSE:FBK). He was appointed interim CFO in April and previously served as CFO/Banking and director of Capital Markets.

“Michael is an extremely talented leader who brings a strong level of bank and mortgage financial experience to our executive team. He will be a tremendous asset as we navigate our continued growth,” said FirstBank President and CEO Chris Holmes. “Our CFO search committee went through a thorough process and interviewed top candidates nationally using an external search firm. We unanimously agreed that Michael not only brought excellent experience and skills but also was the best fit for us both culturally and strategically. Our ability to select our new CFO from within reflects our ongoing commitment to talent development.”

Mettee’s team supports numerous accounting, finance and investment initiatives for the bank, including capital markets, commercial loan hedging, mortgage trading and hedging, investor relations, secondary marketing, management of mortgage servicing rights, financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting.

“I am truly honored to be named CFO of a bank with the reputation and track record for success that FirstBank has built,” Mettee said. “I am fortunate to work alongside a talented and dedicated team of associates across our footprint that provides unmatched customer service and works together to execute our strategic plan.”

Before joining FirstBank in 2012, Mettee, age 40, managed the budget and forecasting process for the retail banking operation of BBVA Compass, and also managed pricing for all asset/liability products and financial reporting. Prior to his experience in retail finance, Mettee spent a decade in secondary marketing at BBVA Compass, Regions/AmSouth, and Wachovia/SouthTrust.

He graduated with honors from the University of Alabama with a Bachelor of Science degree in finance and a Master of Business Administration degree. Mettee lives with his wife, Sarah, daughter Charlotte, and sons Brooks and Bennett in Franklin, where he is active in the community and enjoys spending time with his family. He has served on numerous boards during his banking career, including the Freddie Mac Advisory Board and the Federal Home Loan Bank of Cincinnati Advisory Board.

About FirstBank

Nashville-based FirstBank, a wholly owned subsidiary of FB Financial Corporation (NYSE: FBK), is the third largest Tennessee-headquartered bank, with 80 full-service bank branches across Tennessee, South Central Kentucky, North Alabama and North Georgia, and a national mortgage business with offices across the Southeast. The bank serves five of the major metropolitan markets in Tennessee and, with approximately $11.0 billion in total assets, has the resources to provide a comprehensive variety of financial services and products.

Jeanie Rittenberry

FirstBank

[email protected]

(615) 313-8328

Roger Shirley

MP&F Strategic Communications

[email protected]

(615) 259-4000

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Nordson Corporation Announces Updates to Its Board of Directors

Nordson Corporation Announces Updates to Its Board of Directors

WESTLAKE, Ohio–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Nordson Corporation (NASDAQ-NDSN) announced the recent appointments of Dr. John DeFord, executive vice president and chief technology officer of Becton, Dickinson and Company (NYSE: BDX), and Ms. Jennifer Parmentier, vice president and president – Motion Systems Group for Parker Hannifin Corporation (NYSE: PH), to its board of directors. The appointments follow the recent departures of directors Lee Banks, Randolph Carson and Joseph Keithley from the Nordson board.

“We are pleased to welcome John and Jenny as new independent directors to the Nordson board. John’s technical and regulatory experience in the medical device end market will enrich the strategic perspective of the board as Nordson continues to grow in this attractive market. Jenny brings strong operational, industrial, and M&A experience to the board, which will be important as the company continues to deploy its NBS Next growth framework. John and Jenny will be valuable complements to the existing directors, and we look forward to their contributions,” said Michael Merriman, chair of the board of directors, Nordson Corporation.

Dr. DeFord is currently responsible for leading all research and development activities for Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD), including developing the current and future product portfolio. Prior to his current role, he served as a senior vice president of research and development for the BD Interventional segment. He also served in several leadership roles during his 14-year tenure at C.R. Bard, Inc., a leading medical technology company in the fields of vascular, urology and surgical specialty products. Dr. DeFord’s appointment to Nordson’s Board was effective November 23, 2020.

Ms. Parmentier is vice president and president – Motion Systems Group, a $3 billion operating group for Parker Hannifin Corporation. She is responsible for all strategic and financial aspects of the group’s global operations. Ms. Parmentier has served in various roles of increasing responsibility since joining Parker in 2008, contributing to her strong international operating experience across a diverse set of end markets. Ms. Parmentier’s appointment to Nordson’s Board was effective November 30, 2020.

Dr. DeFord and Ms. Parmentier will serve on the board’s Audit committee immediately upon appointment.

The new board appointments will bring the number of Nordson directors to nine, following the departures of Mr. Keithley (2001 – 2020), Mr. Carson (2009 – 2020) and Mr. Banks (2010 – 2020). Mr. Carson resigned effective November 24, 2020, and Mr. Banks resigned effective November 30, 2020. Mr. Keithley, who served as chair of the board from 2010 – 2017, will retire effective December 1, 2020.

“Joe, Randy and Lee have been invaluable members of our board of directors. We greatly appreciated their insight, which has helped guide the vision and growth of this great company. They have represented Nordson’s shareholders well, and we wish them the best,” continued Mr. Merriman.

About John DeFord

Prior to his time at BD and C. R. Bard, Dr. DeFord served as managing director of Early Stage Partners, a venture capital fund based in the Midwest and as president and chief executive officer of Cook Incorporated, a privately held medical device manufacturer. He is a member of the NuVasive, Inc. Board of Directors, holds 13 U.S. patents and is the author of numerous peer-reviewed scientific papers and book chapters. Dr. DeFord earned a BS and MS in electrical engineering from Purdue University, where he also earned a doctorate in electrical/biomedical engineering.

About Jennifer Parmentier

Ms. Parmentier has served in various roles of increasing responsibility since joining Parker in 2008, having served as the vice president and president of the Engineered Materials Group, and general manager for the Hose Products Division in the Fluid Connectors Group, Parker’s largest industrial division. Prior to joining Parker, Ms. Parmentier served as a business leader of Trane Technologies (NYSE: TT), an industrial manufacturing company, which was acquired by Ingersoll Rand Inc. in 2008. She currently serves on the board of the National Fluid Power Association. Ms. Parmentier holds a BA in Management from Webster University and an EMBA from the Quinlan School of Business: Loyola University Chicago.

About Nordson

Nordson Corporation engineers, manufactures and markets differentiated products and systems used for the precision dispensing of adhesives, coatings, sealants, biomaterials, polymers, plastics and other materials, fluid management, test and inspection, UV curing and plasma surface treatment, all supported by application expertise and direct global sales and service. Nordson serves a wide variety of consumer non-durable, durable and technology end markets including packaging, nonwovens, electronics, medical, appliances, energy, transportation, construction, and general product assembly and finishing. Founded in 1954 and headquartered in Westlake, Ohio, the company has operations and support offices in more than 35 countries. Visit Nordson on the web at http://www.nordson.com, @Nordson_Corp, or www.facebook.com/nordson.

Lara Mahoney

Vice President, Investor Relations and Corporate Communications

440-204-9985

[email protected]

KEYWORDS: Ohio United States North America

INDUSTRY KEYWORDS: Semiconductor Manufacturing Other Health Other Professional Services Other Technology Finance Medical Devices Accounting Electronic Design Automation Professional Services Technology Medical Supplies General Health Surgery Health Other Manufacturing Packaging Engineering Chemicals/Plastics

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ImmunoGen Announces Conference Call to Discuss Recent Updates for IMGN632 in Blastic Plasmacytoid Dendritic Cell Neoplasm and Acute Myeloid Leukemia

ImmunoGen Announces Conference Call to Discuss Recent Updates for IMGN632 in Blastic Plasmacytoid Dendritic Cell Neoplasm and Acute Myeloid Leukemia

WALTHAM, Mass.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–ImmunoGen Inc. (Nasdaq: IMGN), a leader in the expanding field of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) for the treatment of cancer, today announced that the Company will host a conference call at 8:00am ET on Monday, December 7, 2020 to discuss updated findings from the first-in-human trial of IMGN632, an antibody-drug conjugate targeting CD123, in patients with relapsed/refractory blastic plasmacytoid dendritic cell neoplasm (BPDCN) to be presented in an oral session at the 62nd American Society of Hematology (ASH) Annual Meeting on December 5, 2020. During the call, Dr. Naveen Pemmaraju, Associate Professor in the Department of Leukemia at MD Anderson Cancer Center, will summarize the data presented during the oral session and management will provide an update on the pathway to FDA approval for IMGN632 in BPDCN as well as recent progress in the acute myeloid leukemia (AML) program.

CONFERENCE CALL INFORMATION

To access the live call by phone, dial (877) 621-5803; the conference ID is 1795760. The call, along with associated slides, may also be accessed through the Investors and Media section of immunogen.com. Following the call, a replay will be available at the same location.

ABOUT IMMUNOGEN

ImmunoGen is developing the next generation of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) to improve outcomes for cancer patients. By generating targeted therapies with enhanced anti-tumor activity and favorable tolerability profiles, we aim to disrupt the progression of cancer and offer our patients more good days. We call this our commitment to “target a better now.”

Learn more about who we are, what we do, and how we do it at www.immunogen.com.

INVESTOR RELATIONS AND MEDIA

ImmunoGen

Courtney O’Konek

781-895-0600

[email protected]

OR

FTI Consulting

Robert Stanislaro

212-850-5657

[email protected]

KEYWORDS: Massachusetts United States North America

INDUSTRY KEYWORDS: Oncology FDA Health Clinical Trials Pharmaceutical Biotechnology

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Avery Dennison Announces Upcoming Investor Events

Avery Dennison Announces Upcoming Investor Events

GLENDALE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) today announced the following investor events:

  • Mitch Butier, chairman, president, and chief executive officer, will participate in a Q&A hosted by UBS Securities on Monday, December 7th, at 4:30 PM ET. The discussion, which will focus on current business trends and priorities, will conclude by 5:00 PM ET.
  • Deon Stander, vice president and general manager, Retail Branding and Information Solutions, will participate in a virtual fireside chat during the BMO 2020 Growth & ESG Conference on Wednesday, December 9th, at 4:00 PM ET. The discussion, which will focus primarily on trends and opportunities related to the company’s Intelligent Labels (RFID) platform, will conclude by 4:45 PM ET.

These events will be streamed live and replays will be available following each event through a link posted on Avery Dennison’s investor relations website at (www.investors.averydennison.com).

About Avery Dennison

Avery Dennison (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science company specializing in the design and manufacture of a wide variety of labeling and functional materials. The company’s products, which are used in nearly every major industry, include pressure-sensitive materials for labels and graphic applications; tapes and other bonding solutions for industrial, medical and retail applications; tags, labels and embellishments for apparel; and radio-frequency identification (RFID) solutions serving retail apparel and other markets. Headquartered in Glendale, California, the company employs more than 30,000 employees in over 50 countries. Reported sales in 2019 were $7.1 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

“Safe Harbor” Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995:

Certain statements made during these events may contain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements, which are not statements of historical fact, contain estimates, assumptions, projections and/or expectations regarding future events, which may or may not occur. Words such as “aim,” “anticipate,” “assume,” “believe,” “continue,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “foresee,” “guidance,” “intend,” “may,” “might,” “objective,” “plan,” “potential,” “project,” “seek,” “shall,” “should,” “target,” “will,” “would,” or variations thereof, and other expressions that refer to future events and trends, identify forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements, and financial or other business targets, are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, which could cause our actual results to differ materially from the expected results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements.

The more significant risks and uncertainties that may impact us are discussed in more detail under “Risk Factors” and “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 28, 2019, and subsequent quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. We believe that the most significant risk factors that could affect our financial performance in the near-term include: (1) the impacts to our business from global economic conditions, political uncertainty, and changes in governmental regulations, including as a result of the coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic; (2) competitors’ actions, including pricing, expansion in key markets, and product offerings; (3) the degree to which higher costs can be offset with productivity measures and/or passed on to customers through price increases, without a significant loss of volume; and (4) the execution and integration of acquisitions.

The forward-looking statements made during these events are made only as of the dates of the events, and we assume no duty to update the forward-looking statements to reflect new, changed or unanticipated events or circumstances, other than as may be required by law.

Media Relations:

Rob Six (626) 304-2361

[email protected]

Investor Relations:

Cindy Guenther (626) 304-2204

[email protected]

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MVB Financial Corp. Announces Completion of $40 Million Subordinated Notes Offering and Satisfaction of Financing Condition Under “Dutch Auction” Tender Offer

MVB Financial Corp. Announces Completion of $40 Million Subordinated Notes Offering and Satisfaction of Financing Condition Under “Dutch Auction” Tender Offer

FAIRMONT, W.Va.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
MVB Financial Corp. (NASDAQ: MVBF) (“MVB” or the “Company”) announced today the completion of a private placement of $40 million of 4.25% fixed to floating rate subordinated notes due 2030 (the “Notes”) to certain qualified institutional buyers. The Company intends to use the net proceeds from the sale of Notes to purchase shares of its common stock pursuant to the previously announced modified “Dutch Auction” tender offer and any remaining proceeds for general corporate purposes. The completion of the private placement of the Notes was a condition to the tender offer. This condition has now been satisfied. The Securities and Exchange Commission requires the tender offer to remain open for five additional business days subsequent to the satisfaction of the financing condition. The tender offer was commenced on November 17, 2020 and is scheduled to expire at 5:00p.m. New York City Time, on December 18, 2020, unless otherwise extended.

The Notes are unsecured and have a ten-year term, maturing December 1, 2030, and will bear interest at a fixed annual rate of 4.25%, payable semi-annually in arrears, for the first five years of the term. Thereafter, the interest rate will reset quarterly to an interest rate per annum equal to a benchmark rate (which is expected to be Three-Month Term SOFR) plus 401 basis points, payable quarterly in arrears. The Notes have been structured to qualify as Tier 2 capital for MVB for regulatory capital purposes.

The tender offer remains subject to all other previously announced terms and conditions described in the Offer to Purchase that has been distributed to shareholders, including the previously announced offered price range of not greater than $20.25 and not less than $18.00 per share. None of the Company, its Board of Directors nor the dealer manager is making any recommendation to shareholders as to whether or not to tender their shares. Shareholders must decide how many shares they will tender, if any, and at what price.

Raymond James & Associates Inc. is acting as the dealer manager for the tender offer. Georgeson LLC is acting as the information agent and Computershare Trust Company is acting as the depositary for the tender offer.

This announcement is for informational purposes only and is neither an offer to purchase nor a solicitation of an offer to sell any shares of the Company’s common stock. The full details of the tender offer, along with the letter of transmittal and related materials, were previously mailed to shareholders and filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission as exhibits to the Company’s Schedule TO. Shareholders should read carefully the offer to purchase, the letter of transmittal and other related materials, together with any and all amendments thereto, prior to making any decision with respect to the tender offer. Shareholders may obtain free copies of the tender offer statement and other filed documents relating thereto filed by the Company with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission at the Commission’s web site at www.sec.gov. Shareholders also may obtain a copy of these documents, free of charge, from the Company’s information agent, Georgeson LLC, by calling toll-free at (800) 733-6198.

Raymond James & Associates, Inc. served as lead placement agent for Notes offering and Piper Sandler & Co. served as co-placement agent. Squire Patton Boggs (US) LLP served as legal counsel to MVB and Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP served as legal counsel to the placement agents.

This press release is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation to buy any securities. The offering of the Notes in the private placement was not registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or any state securities law, and the Notes may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration, or applicable exemption from registration, under the Securities Act and applicable state securities laws.

The indebtedness evidenced by the Notes is not a deposit and is not insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other government agency or fund.

About MVB Financial Corp.

MVB Financial Corp., the holding company of MVB Bank, Inc., is publicly traded on The Nasdaq Capital Market® (“Nasdaq”) under the ticker “MVBF.” Nasdaq is a leading global provider of trading, clearing, exchange technology, listing, information and public company services. Through its subsidiary, MVB Bank, Inc., and its subsidiaries, MVB Community Development Corporation, Chartwell Compliance and Paladin, the Company provides financial services to individuals and corporate clients in the Mid-Atlantic region and beyond. Chartwell Compliance is one of the world’s leading specialist firms in state and federal compliance and market entry facilitation for firms entering into or expanding in North America, serving many of the most high-profile providers of the Fintech industry. For more information about MVB, please visit http://ir.mvbbanking.com.

Forward-looking Statements

MVB Financial Corp. (the “Company”) has made forward-looking statements, within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, in this Press Release. These forward-looking statements are based on current expectations about the future and subject to risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements include, without limitation, information concerning possible or assumed future results of operations of the Company and its subsidiaries. When words such as “may,” “plans,” “believes,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “continues,” “may” or similar expressions occur in this Press Release, the Company is making forward-looking statements. Note that many factors could affect the future financial results of the Company and its subsidiaries, both individually and collectively, and could cause those results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements contained in this Press Release. Those factors include but are not limited to: the possibility that shareholders will not be receptive to the Tender Offer; changes in general market, economic, tax, regulatory or industry conditions that impact the ability or willingness of the Company to consummate the above-described transactions on the terms described above or at all; credit risk; changes in market interest rates; length and severity of the recent COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak and its impact on the Company’s business and financial condition; economic downturn or recession; and government regulation and supervision. Additional factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements can be found in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2019, as well as its other filings with the SEC, which are available on the SEC website at www.sec.gov. Except as required by law, the Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements.

MEDIA CONTACT

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MVB Financial Corp.

[email protected]

(844) 682-2265

INVESTOR RELATIONS

Marcie Lipscomb

[email protected]

(844) 682-2265

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Skillz to Participate in Wells Fargo’s 2020 Technology, Media & Telecommunications Virtual Summit

Skillz to Participate in Wells Fargo’s 2020 Technology, Media & Telecommunications Virtual Summit

SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Skillz Inc. (“Skillz”), the leading mobile games platform connecting players in fair, fun, and meaningful competition, today announced that its CEO and founder, Andrew Paradise, will participate at Wells Fargo’s 2020 Technology, Media & Telecommunications Virtual Summit being held December 1-2, 2020.

Paradise will be participating in a fireside chat on December 2, 2020, at 1:40pm PST.

Access to a live audio webcast of the discussion in listen-only mode will be available through the “Investors” section of the Skillz website at www.skillz.com. A replay of the webcast will be archived on the company’s website.

About Skillz Inc.

Skillz is the leading mobile games platform that connects players in fair, fun, and meaningful competition. The Skillz platform helps developers build multi-million dollar franchises by enabling social competition in their games. Leveraging its patented technology, Skillz hosts billions of casual esports tournaments for millions of mobile players worldwide, and distributes millions in prizes each month. Skillz has earned recognition as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies, CNBC’s Disruptor 50, Forbes’ Next Billion-Dollar Startups, and the #1 fastest-growing company in America on the Inc. 5000. On September 2, 2020, Skillz entered into a business combination agreement with Flying Eagle Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: FEAC, FEAC.U and FEAC WS). Upon the closing of the transaction, the combined company intends to change its name to Skillz and trade on the NYSE under the ticker symbol “SKLZ.” www.skillz.com

For Skillz PR: [email protected]

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Mastercard to Participate in Upcoming Investor Conference

Mastercard to Participate in Upcoming Investor Conference

PURCHASE, N.Y.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Mastercard Incorporated (NYSE: MA) today announced that Paul Stoddart, president, New Payments Platforms, will present at the virtual Barclays Global Technology, Media and Telecommunications Conference on Wednesday, December 9. The discussion will begin at 10:30 a.m. Eastern Time and last for approximately 30 minutes.

There will be a live audio webcast and a replay will be archived for 30 days at investor.mastercard.com.

About Mastercard Incorporated (NYSE: MA), www.mastercard.com

Mastercard is a global technology company in the payments industry. Our mission is to connect and power an inclusive, digital economy that benefits everyone, everywhere by making transactions safe, simple, smart and accessible. Using secure data and networks, partnerships and passion, our innovations and solutions help individuals, financial institutions, governments and businesses realize their greatest potential. Our decency quotient, or DQ, drives our culture and everything we do inside and outside of our company. With connections across more than 210 countries and territories, we are building a sustainable world that unlocks priceless possibilities for all.

Investor Relations: Gina Accordino, [email protected], 914-249-4565

Communications: Seth Eisen, [email protected], 914-249-3153

KEYWORDS: New York United States North America

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Stop & Shop Local Unions Ratify Previously Announced Withdrawal Agreement on UFCW International Union – Industry Pension Fund; No Impact to Previously Issued Outlook

Zaandam, the Netherlands, 
November 
30
, 2020 – Ahold Delhaize announces today that the UFCW Locals of its U.S. brand Stop & Shop have ratified the agreement to terminate participation in the United Food & Commercial Workers International Union – Industry Pension Fund (the “National Plan”). As previously announced, the agreement does not impact the 2020 financial outlook.   

Details of the financial impact were outlined in the original release on July 21st, 2020, and can be found here. This withdrawal improves the security of pension benefits for associates as well as reduces financial risk for the company and was determined, by the National Plan’s trustees, to be in the best interests of the National Plan’s participants and beneficiaries.  

Also as previously announced, Stop & Shop, together with Kroger and the UFCW Locals, are creating the UFCW International Union-Industry Variable Annuity Pension Plan for future benefits. This new plan is designed to protect the benefit accrual of participants, with a significantly reduced risk of plan underfunding and improved visibility on annual contributions. 

Cautionary notice 

This communication includes forward-looking statements. All statements other than statements of historical facts may be forward-looking statements. Words such as impact, outlook, 2020, improve(s)/(d), reduce(s)/(d), risk, to be, interests, creating, future, plan, designed or other similar words or expressions are typically used to identify forward-looking statements.  

Forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors that are difficult to predict and that may cause actual results of Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize N.V. (the “Company”) to differ materially from future results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such factors include, but are not limited to the risk factors set forth in the Company’s public filings and other disclosures. Forward-looking statements reflect the current views of the Company’s management and assumptions based on information currently available to the Company’s management. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made and the Company does not assume any obligation to update such statements, except as required by law. 

For more information: 

Press office: +31 88 659 5134     Investor relations: +31 88 659 5213     Social media:Twitter: @AholdDelhaize 

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Stop & Shop’s Investment of $667 Million in Retirement Benefits for Union Associates Approved by UFCW Locals

Investment Will Improve Security of Future Pension Benefits for Union Associates & Reduce Financial Risk for the Company

QUINCY, Mass., Nov. 30, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Today Stop & Shop announced that its union locals have ratified an agreement to make a $667 million investment in pension benefits for union associates.

“We’re extremely pleased that this agreement has been ratified across the board. By making this significant investment, we are doing the right thing for our associates who are dedicated to serving our customers every day,” said Gordon Reid, President, Stop & Shop.

As part of the agreement, the following actions will occur:

  • Stop & Shop will end its participation the United Food & Commercial Workers International Union (UFCW) Industry Pension Fund, known as the “National Plan.”
  • Stop & Shop union associates will participate in a new variable benefit plan established by Stop & Shop, Kroger and the UFCW that is intended to sustainably provide future retirement benefits and reduce financial risk to the company.

Stop & Shop’s agreement covers approximately 18,000 current Stop & Shop associates who are members of UFCW Locals 1445, 1449, 328, 371 and 464A.

About Stop & Shop

A neighborhood grocer for more than 100 years, today’s Stop & Shop is refreshed, reenergized and inspired, delivering convenient new solutions for customers. Committed to helping its communities enjoy better food and better lives, Stop & Shop has a longstanding history of giving back to the neighborhoods it serves with a focus on fighting hunger and pediatric cancer research and care. The Stop & Shop Supermarket Company LLC is an Ahold Delhaize USA Company and employs nearly 60,000 associates and operates over 400 stores throughout Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New York and New Jersey. To learn more about Stop & Shop, visit stopandshop.com. 

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