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7SIGNAL Expands Digital Experience Monitoring Market Reach, Adds Distributor in Southern Europe

7SIGNAL

7SIGNAL ®, the leader in enterprise wireless experience monitoring, announced today that it has added ESB Agents to its global network of distributors. The company, headquartered in Cyprus, will offer the 7SIGNAL platform to its large customer base of Wireless Network Operators, IT leaders, WLAN Installers and System Engineers in Greece, Cyprus, Malta and Bulgaria. The new agreement expands 7SIGNAL’s reach in the digital experience monitoring and wireless network monitoring marketplaces. It also helps meet the need for visibility into wireless service quality within the growing enterprise WLAN market, which is valued at $6.35 billion according to IDC, and grew 10.3% year over year in Q4 2020. The enterprise WLAN market in Southern Europe is currently undergoing major change, as are the enterprises themselves. At the heart of this development is the growing demand for dependable Wi-Fi, as a result of exploding trends including the Internet of Things (IoT), Smart Cities and much more. “We are thrilled to join 7SIGNAL’s network of distributors,” commented Lambros Kostaras, Managing Director of ESB Agents. “Not only does this allow us to meet our customers’ growing need for dependable Wi-Fi, but it also gives us the opportunity to expand the wireless monitoring capabilities of Greece, Cyprus, Malta and Bulgaria as a whole.” 7SIGNAL’s patented Mobile Eye ® and Sapphire Eye ® products help organizations foster thriving connections and digital experiences. 7SIGNAL products are cloud-based and continuously test Wi-Fi performance at the edge of the network from the device perspective, enabling swift solutions to Wi-Fi issues and stronger connections for mission-critical users, devices and applications. “We are excited about this distribution agreement with ESB Agents—they are focused on the networking industry and already partner with some of the world’s leading technology brands,” said Don Cook, Chief Marketing Officer at 7SIGNAL. The global 7SIGNAL distribution and reseller network includes coverage in more than 80 countries around the world. About ESB Agents Established in 2015, ESB Agents specializes in representation and business development, IT and physical infrastructure consulting, certification training in physical infrastructures, fiber optics and Wi-Fi, and distribution of software to its wide network of customers. The company’s services extend to Wireless Network Operators, IT leaders, WLAN Installers and System Engineers in Greece, Cyprus, Malta and Bulgaria. About 7SIGNAL 7SIGNAL ® is the leader in wireless experience monitoring, providing insight into wireless networks and control over Wi-Fi performance so businesses and organizations can thrive. Our cloud-based wireless network monitoring platform continually tests and measures Wi-Fi performance at the edges of the network, enabling fast solutions to digital experience issues and stronger connections for mission-critical users, devices and applications. Learn more at www.7signal.com. Contact Details 7SIGNAL Madison Filipiak +1 216-812-3954 madison.filipiak@pr2020.com

May 14, 2021 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

4th ANNUAL LEADERS IN LIFE SCIENCES BREAKFAST ROUNDTABLE BRINGS KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS TOGETHER

LevLane

The 4 th Annual Leaders in Life Sciences breakfast roundtable will take place at 7:00AM – 9:00AM EST on May 18, 2021, hosted by LevLane, Boston Healthcare Associates, and Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney. Select healthcare business leaders will participate in a two-hour virtual roundtable discussion moderated by Stephen K. Klasko, M.D., M.B.A., President and CEO, Thomas Jefferson University and Jefferson Health. Topics will include insights to driving innovation, stakeholder perspectives, investment opportunities, and challenges relating to the future of digital healthcare. The goal of the roundtable is to have an interactive session where panelists can share meaningful insights and learnings with each other. Following the meeting, the discussion’s key insights, learnings, and implications will be summarized and shared with industry entities, as well as other key insight communications. “This event has been successful in years past and we’re excited for this year’s discussion given historic structural changes in healthcare delivery that we have observed over the last 15 months. It’s more important than ever to stay connected, for us as industry leaders and for policymakers, providers and consumers,” said Thomas Goss, PharmD, Senior Vice President, Boston Healthcare Associates. Edward Allera, Shareholder, Buchanan, Ingersoll & Rooney PC, agrees. “It’s beneficial for so many to produce meaningful collaborations when it comes to institutions, services, products, innovations and research. I’m happy to help create a platform to make this possible,” said Allera. Panelists will include: Amy Abernethy, M.D., Ph.D., Former Principal Deputy Commissioner & Acting CIO, FDA Tom Cassels, M.P.P, President, Rock Health Quinn Dufurrena, DDS, JD, Chief Dental Officer of United Concordia Dental Mark Haig Khachaturian, Ph.D., Chief Technology Officer, Wellvii Allison Oelschlaeger, BSFS, Director & Chief Data Officer, CMS Christopher T. Olivia, MD, Chief Executive Officer, Rothman Orthopaedic Institute Samantha (Mandy) J. Pulliam, MD, Chief Medical Officer, Renovia, Inc. Wendy Sanhai, Ph.D., M.B.A., Specialist Leader, Deloitte Consulting, FDA Richard Schwabacher, Senior Vice President of Digital Health and Chief Digital Officer, BioReference Laboratories, Inc. Michael Sherman, MD, M.B.A., Executive Vice President & Chief Medical Officer, Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and Tufts Health Plan “There’s so much talent and many bright minds in the life sciences industry. It’s crucial to bring this group together and give them the opportunity to share knowledge and introduce insights to their peers on a regular basis,“ said Timmy Garde, Chief Innovation Leader, LevLane. Attendance to the 4 th Annual Leaders in Life Sciences Breakfast Roundtable is limited. Please register at: LeadersInLifeSciences051821.com. Key insights will be released following the roundtable discussion. About Leaders in Life Sciences Leaders in Life Sciences is a partnership of LevLane, Boston Healthcare, and Buchanan, Ingersoll & Rooney PC. The group was formed to bring together thought leaders in the Life Science space to provide insights and solutions to the biggest challenges facing the industry. To learn more about Leaders in Life Sciences contact Timmy Garde at tgarde@levlane.com, Edward Allera at edward.allera@bipc.com, or Thomas Goss at tgoss@bostonhealthcare.com. Contact Details Liz Weir +1 610-401-4825 lweir@levlane.com Company Website https://www.levlane.com

May 14, 2021 07:01 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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ULTATEL Upgrades Entire Product Lineup with Video Conferencing to Enhance Collaboration and Increase Productivity

ULTATEL, LLC

ULTATEL, a leading provider of cloud-based phone systems for businesses of all sizes, today announced a new video conferencing tool, which is now included with its entire product line of cloud-hosted communication solutions. ULTATEL’s innovative communications architecture delivers HD video quality that seamlessly integrates with existing applications for team messaging, contact, file sharing and calendar management. The company’s video conferencing solution allows users to seamlessly collaborate pre-meeting, in-meeting and post-meeting with an unlimited duration for up to 100 participants. ULTATEL’s video conferencing capabilities reinforce an innovative step in the age of the COVID-19 pandemic. This solution embraces a hybrid workforce for employees to collaborate seamlessly without complicating business workflows. As working remotely has become the new norm, digital collaboration providers like ULTATEL and its new video conferencing solution pave the way for teams to stay connected anytime, anyplace and anywhere. “ULTATEL’s new video conferencing solution is transforming workforce environments as companies acclimate to a hybrid in-office/virtual model,” said ULTATEL Founder and Chief Executive Officer Amr Ibrahim. “We’re excited to empower organizations to innovate from anywhere by maximizing ULTATEL’s business communications for their remote teams. We are fortunate to be able to include this now with all of our cloud-based phone systems as part of our new regular offering.” Key features of ULTATEL’s video conferencing include: Conference Bridges: Every user gets a conference bridge on the Premium and Ultimate plan. Participants: 2-100 per conference bridge. Third-party Integrations: Integrations are available for Google and Microsoft Calendars. Streaming: Larger organizations with more than 100 attendees can implement streaming through YouTube and allow anyone with the link to watch and listen. “One of the many ways we innovate for our customers is to provide them with the highest quality product, with the most features, at the lowest price -- helping our customers to be more productive and grow wildly,” said ULTATEL’s Director of Marketing, Tim Phelps. “With video conferencing now available on all of our products; we may not all be in the same place, but we can work closer than ever before. ” ULTATEL’s new video conferencing solution comes on the heels of the company’s recently launched integration with Microsoft Teams. ULTATEL’s Teams SBC is a Microsoft-certified Session Border Controller (SBC) for Teams Direct Routing that allows organizations to connect their Teams users to the outside public switched telephone network (PSTN) so they can easily make and receive calls. ULTATEL’s SBC is a 100% cloud based solution delivering secure, real-time communications without compromising scale and performance. To learn more about ULTATEL’s cloud-based business phone system, visit ultatel.com. About ULTATEL ULTATEL is a leading provider of cloud-based phone solutions. Through its Clarity unified communications platform, companies can have all of their voice, video, fax, SMS and audio conferencing services on one affordable system. The platform includes more than 40 enterprise-grade features, helps companies operate from single or multiple locations seamlessly using desktop phones, softphones or mobile apps while integrating with Microsoft Teams, contact centers and CRMs. ULTATEL's vision is to completely change how companies conduct business by delivering the most comprehensive suite of unified cloud-based telephony services, dramatically improving responsiveness, increasing productivity, enhancing globalization efficiencies, and reducing operating costs so that businesses can most effectively compete both today and in the future. Visit ultatel.com. Contact Details Noe Sacoco +1 408-340-8130 ultatel@trustrelations.agency Company Website https://www.ultatel.com/

May 13, 2021 12:15 PM Eastern Daylight Time

LevLane Announces Multiple Promotions and Role Changes

LevLane

LevLane, a full-service, award-winning ad agency, now in its 37th year, has announced multiple promotions as the agency continues to see strong growth. “We are so proud of this team. Over the past year we have experienced challenges we never anticipated and despite that our team has continued to deliver,” said Josh Lev, SVP | Brand Engagement of LevLane. “As we emerge from one of the most difficult times in memory, we are excited to look to the future and the team who will help to get us there.” Web Development Megan Hegarty has been promoted to Vice President, Digital Services. Senior Living Beth Simos has been promoted to Vice President, Director of Client Engagement. Creative Taylor Irwin has been promoted to Associate Creative Director. Steven Graziano has been promoted to Senior Art Director. Joe Schoppy has been promoted to Senior Copywriter. Digital Media Ed Stec has been promoted to Vice President, Paid Search Director. Sarita Shinde has been promoted to Digital Analytics Manager. Life Sciences MaryPat Siwak has been promoted to Account Director. Gina Gattis has been promoted to Account Supervisor. Samantha Spurrier has been promoted to Account Executive. Content & Digital Strategy Gabrielle Costello has been promoted to Director of Content. Michele Burns has moved into the role of Content Project Manager. Tyler Heileman has moved into the role of Digital Content Writer. Emily Glorioso has moved into the role of Social Media Specialist. About LevLane LevLane is an award-winning, full-service, independent advertising agency in Philadelphia, PA that has been building brands that people love for nearly 40 years. Contact Details LevLane Liz Weir +1 610-401-4825 lweir@levlane.com Company Website https://www.levlane.com

May 13, 2021 07:06 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Video On Demand Technology Provider Intelivideo and CIPIO Partner to Increase Customer Retention in the Hybrid B2C Subscription Economy

CIPIO.ai

CIPIO, a B2C Subscription Customer Success company, today announced the start of a strategic partnership with Intelivideo, a Video on Demand (VOD) and Livestreaming digital platform provider for gyms, health clubs, and fitness operators. The partnership empowers Intelivideo’s customers with unmatched visibility and actionable intelligence into subscriber behavior, helping them increase subscriber engagement while proactively preventing churn. The partnership will enable Intelivideo’s customers to acquire a competitive advantage in the rapidly transforming fitness market, fighting its way through the impact of the COVID-19 global pandemic. In today’s fitness market, where 76% of all consumers have had to switch to at-home workouts to accommodate the constraints of social distancing, Intelivideo has helped brick-and-mortar gyms and health clubs rapidly transform themselves to serve the needs of customers, in the process solidifying its role as a frontrunner in the digital fitness space. “Our customers have a significant amount of data and customer signals. CIPIO's capability to package those signals up in Data Apps with hyper-personalized predictions and recommendations for the digital subscriber is a game-changer” said Adam Zietsiff, President and CEO of Intelivideo. “We are very excited to partner with CIPIO to help our customers grow exponentially by providing them with predictive recommendations to proactively prevent subscriber churn – thus closing out a critical loop when it comes to retaining subscriptions.” To move beyond the BI and AI status quo, health club operators need solutions that help them deliver real business value instead of getting them stalled by technology and implementation hurdles. CIPIO eliminates all the bottlenecks from Data to ROI, thus accelerating time to value for businesses. With over two million subscriber churn-specific algorithms and nearly code-free building blocks, CIPIO’s Data Apps use AI to unify all the siloed data lifecycle steps, operationalize automated workflows, and recommend insights directly into engagement systems. This empowers fitness stakeholders and non-technical users across levels to rapidly uncover trends and engagement patterns and make timely decisions to delight subscribers across all channels and devices consistently. “Following the pandemic, health and fitness are more important to consumers than ever before. We are obsessed with helping fitness operators with the critical task of serving the health and wellness crises that the COVID pandemic has created,” said Growson Edwards, CEO of CIPIO. “CIPIO’s Domain-Infused Data Apps Platform™ arms health club operators with unprecedented customer intelligence aimed at enhancing subscriber engagement and retention for continued growth.” CIPIO’s entry into the OTT market could not have happened at a better time when the segment is witnessing skyrocketing demand for media and entertainment, virtual fitness, elearning, and gaming. CIPIO’s Domain-Infused Data Apps helps OTT players manage subscription fatigue and offers incentivized retention recommendations to increase member loyalty and minimize churn. About Intelivideo: Established in 2013, Intelivideo is a Video On Demand (VOD) and digital technology platform for gyms and health clubs. Intelivideo is committed to developing strong partnerships with the fitness industry to help deliver premium on-demand and livestreaming experiences to clients' member bases. The platform's end-to-end solution helps clubs build a successful Subscription Video On Demand (SVOD) business to complement brick-and-mortar facilities and services, helping them differentiate themselves from disruptive third-party digital fitness offerings in a hyper-local, hybrid fashion. About CIPIO: CIPIO is pioneering the Industry's first domain-infused Data Apps Platformâ¢ that humanizes and automates predictions and recommendations to increase Subscriber engagement, retention, and growth for B2C Subscription Companies. CIPIO's early adopters include Crunch Fitness, Industry's Gym, Xponential Fitness, Motor City Church, Pure Barre, Club Pilates, AKT, YogaSix, NCFit, Cyclebar, RowHouse, Stretch Lab, and Stride who have witnessed a significant return on investment in a short time. Contact Details CIPIO Chris Foudy +1 831-238-1905 chris@cipio.ai Company Website https://cipio.ai/

May 12, 2021 12:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time

Infinix Launches Award Winning NOTE 10 Pro Series

Infinix

SHANGHAI, CHINA - Media OutReach - 12 May 2021 - Infinix today launched the all-new NOTE 10 series, a new portfolio of premium smartphones including the NOTE 10, NOTE 10 Pro and NOTE 10 Pro near-field communication (NFC). Showcasing a super fluid display, powerful MediaTek gaming processors, cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI)-powered camera and optimized 5000mAh battery with fast-charge technology, the NOTE 10 series is crafted to enhance and optimize work and entertainment experiences for everyone. “We know today’s smartphone enthusiasts want a device that balances style with the latest innovative technology for a truly immersive experience,” said Manfred Hong, Senior Product Director at Infinix. “The NOTE 10 series perfectly balances functionality; aesthetics, style, innovation, texture and color functionality, to create the ideal, all-around device for professionals, entertainment lovers and everyday users alike.” The iF Design 2021 award winning NOTE 10 Pro delivers a balance between the physical and virtual worlds, the calmness and serenity of Mother Nature and the modern geometric interiors and décor designs of luxury brands. The back panel is uniquely divided into two sections with the bottom half completely textured in juxtaposition with the glossy top. The design is available in four colors: 95° Black, 7° Purple, Emerald Green (exclusive to NOTE 10) and Nordic Secret (exclusive to NOTE 10 Pro). A Stunning Visual Experience The NOTE 10 series creates the perfect viewing experience with a 6.95” full high definition (FHD+) display, and a 91% screen-to-body ratio with 480 nits of peak brightness and 1500:1 color contrast ratio for sharp, crystal clear visuals. Graphics and images seamlessness glide due to the 90Hz refresh rate and 180Hz touch sampling rate, which is perfect for watching movies, scrolling content or gaming. Certified by TÜV Rheinland for low blue light, users will enjoy hours of use without suffering from eye fatigue and discomfort. The NOTE 10 series delivers stunning professional-quality images and beautiful nightscape imagery, both in daylight and at night. To capture amazing selfies, the NOTE 10 series is equipped with a 16MP AI Beautify Selfie front-facing camera with two frontal flashes. The NOTE 10 Pro and NOTE 10 Pro NFC are loaded with an intuitive AI-powered four-in-one lens comprising 120° field of view (FOV) ultra-wide angle, super macro lens, 5P lens, black and white lens and portrait lens, which are all integrated into a rear-facing 64 megapixels (MP) 6P ultra night camera. For ultra-smooth and effortless filming, the NOTE 10 series also offers 4K resolution shooting capabilities in both the front and rear cameras using leading video-enhancement algorithms from Imint’s Vidhance Video Stabilization solution and auto-blur video shooting. Now, users can capture their breathtaking moments with confidence. Packed with Power & Performance For super-fast data processing and response times, the NOTE 10 Pro and NOTE 10 Pro NFC are powered by the award-winning MediaTek Helio G95 processor. Paired with MediaTek’s HyperEngine Gaming Technology, users benefit from 50% faster response times, stronger connectivity and low latency reduction by utilizing two Wi-Fi bands or routers at the same time. MediaTek Helio G95 gaming processor for NOTE 10 Pro and NOTE 10 Pro NFC, comprises: A octa-core central processing unit (CPU) with two powerful Arm Cortex-A76 processors cores clocked up to 2.05GHz, plus six Cortex-A55 efficiency-focused processors An Arm Mali-G76 MC4 graphics processing unit (GPU) with speeds that boost to 900MHz Memory storage of 256 GB and 8GB RAM MediaTek Helio G85 gaming processor for the NOTE 10, contains: A 64-bit octa-core processor with two performance core ARM Cortex-A75 and six power-efficient core Cortex-A55 CPUs clocked at 2.0GHz and 1.8GHz respectively One of the fastest GPUs, the ARM Mali-G52 MC2 GPU, clocking at 1GHz Memory storage of 128 GB and 8 GB RAM (NOTE 10 Pro) & 6GB RAM (NOTE 10). The NOTE 10 series features a range of upgraded and new innovative technologies and features, such as: A 5000mAh Battery and 33W Fast Charge Technology: The NOTE 10 Pro and NOTE 10 Pro NFC are fueled by a 5000mAh battery with 33W quick charge technology. The NOTE 10 offers user a 5000mAh battery with 18W quick charge. The batteries are integrated with Ultra Power Mode, providing an extra 58 hours of calling time when the battery reaches 5% capacity, 25% of battery backup with the Power Marathon Technology and safe fast-charge technology. UFS 2.2 Storage Technology: The NOTE 10 Pro and NOTE 10 Pro NFC offers a staggering 256GB storage capacity and delivers a maximum transfer of 5,830 Mb/s for reading and writing, improving the speed and multitasking capabilities for users. Dar-link Ultimate Game Booster: The NOTE 10 series incorporates Infinix’s Dar-link Ultimate Game Booster optimization engine software, which works with the smartphone’s hardware to improve graphic image stability and screen sensitivity. The software intelligently adjusts the operating speed of the CPUs and GPUs and allocates resources to improve images and movements in different gaming scenarios. DTS Audio and AI Noise Cancelling: Providing a surround sound quality with support for high-frequency game scenes, the NOTE 10 series are embedded with dual speakers, AI noise reduction sound technology, DTS audio processing and sound localization. Secure and Convenient Access Points: Users are able to access the NOTE 10 series with a side-mounted fingerprint and 3D face unlock capabilities. Android XOS 7.6: The Android XOS 7.6 software incorporated into the NOTE 10 series provides users with tools such as Xnote 5.0 to take notes and write down ideas, X-Proof to obscure the screen when using the phone in public and Thunder Back Mode 2.0 easily accommodates two apps simultaneously on the same screen Availability The NOTE 10 Pro will be priced at $259 & the NOTE 10 will be priced at $199. The series will be available in May and include variations based on customer and market demands. Prices may vary region to region. Stay tuned to social media & website updates for rollout announcements. About Infinix: Infinix Mobile is an emerging smartphone brand that designs, manufactures and markets an expanding portfolio of mobile devices worldwide under the Infinix brand which was founded in 2013. Targeting Generation Z, Infinix focuses on developing cutting-edge technology embodied in meticulously designed mobile devices that offer refined style, power and performance. Infinix devices are trendy, energetic, attainable & progressive with the end-user at the forefront of every step forward. With “THE FUTURE IS NOW” as its brand essence, Infinix aims to empower today’s youth to stand out from the crowd and show the world who they are & what they stand for. The company’s portfolio of products is sold in more than 40 countries around the world, covering Africa, Latin America, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and South Asia. Expanding at a phenomenal rate, Infinix grew an unprecedented 160% during 2018-2020 and has huge plans to continue creating premium designed flagship-level devices offering striking designs and strong value propositions. For more information, please visit: http://www.infinixmobility.com/ Contact Details Skye Chen (Head of Global PR) skye.chen@infinixmobility.com Racepoint Global Infinix@racepointglobal.com

May 12, 2021 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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EDUCATORS CAN FOSTER TRUST IN SCIENCE THROUGH GLOBAL PLEDGE

International Day of Light Steering Committee

For more than a year, educators worldwide have been forced to transform the way they teach. However, advancements in science, specifically telecommunications, enabled the shift from a traditional classroom to remote learning environments. Today, scientific developments, including health advancements such as vaccines and testing, are allowing students to return to physical classrooms. The Trust Science pledge, a worldwide campaign to promote support for the scientific process and acknowledge the many benefits of science for society, offers a valuable teaching tool to help educators draw attention to the crucial role science plays in improving our quality of life. In celebration of this year’s International Day of Light on 16 May, the pledge is allowing people, particularly educators and students, around the world to affirm their support for science and the scientific process. Students can be leaders in understanding and defending science. Just as educators teach skills that build students’ scientific literacy to help them evaluate facts, they can offer ways for students to affirm confidence in the scientific process. “A dedicated effort to building—and in some cases, rebuilding—trust in science will prepare students to be the scientifically informed leaders we desperately need,” said Dr. Desiré Whitmore, Senior Physics Educator and Staff Physicist at the Exploratorium in San Francisco, CA. Additional resources for educators are available on the Trust Science website, including hands-on activity videos, lesson plans, posters to download, activities and lessons, links to online resources and the Laser Classroom. To date, the pledge has seen enthusiastic support worldwide with more than 2,500 signatures, including Nobel and Breakthrough Prize laureates, UNESCO L’Oréal For Women in Science prize winners, Presidents and CEOs of major scientific bodies, as well as scientists and students from more than 20 different countries. The Trust Science campaign is organized by the IEEE Photonics Society, SPIE, the international society for optics and photonics, and The Optical Society (OSA), together with the International Day of Light Steering Committee. To sign the pledge and to learn more, please go to https://www.trust-science.org Contacts For questions about how you can engage with the campaign, please contact: info@trust-science.org For media inquiries, please contact: pr@trust-science.org Social media: please share using #TrustScience and #LightDay2021 Social media links: Facebook; Instagram; Twitter About the International Day of Light The International Day of Light (IDL) is a worldwide initiative that provides an annual focal point for the continued appreciation of light and the role it plays in science, culture and art, education and sustainable development, and in fields as diverse as medicine, communications and energy. The International Day of Light is administered from the International Basic Science Programme (IBSP) of UNESCO by a Steering Committee that includes representatives from a broad range of international partners: the American Institute of Physics (AIP), the American Physical Society (APS), Bosca, the China International Optoelectronic Exhibition (CIOE), Chinese Optical Society (COS), the European Centres for Outreach in Photonics (ECOP), the European Photonics Industry Consortium (EPIC), the European Physical Society (EPS), the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES), the International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP), the IEEE Photonics Society (IPS), the International Commission on Illumination (CIE), lightsources.org - the international network of accelerator based light sources, Light: Science and Applications, The Optical Society (OSA), Tampere University, SPIE, the International Society for Optics and Photonics, SESAME, Signify, Tampere University, Thorlabs, Transitions, the Université de Franche-Comté and Velux. For information about the International Day of Light, please visit www.lightday.org Contacts for IDL: John Dudley and Joseph Niemela 2021 Steering Committee Chairs Email: contact@lightday.org Bethany Downer 2021 Communications Coordinator Email: contact@lightday.org Media Contact for Trust Science: pr@trust-science.org About IEEE Photonics Society The IEEE Photonics Society is the professional home for a global network of scientists, engineers and allied professionals who advance laser, optoelectronics, and photonics technology. As a technical society representing the IEEE, it is a vital part of the world’s largest technical professional organization of more than 400,000 members dedicated to advancing technology for the benefit of humanity. Through its highly cited publications, conferences, technology standards, educational activities, and humanitarian initiatives, the IEEE Photonics Society provides its members in more than 160 countries the opportunity to grow professionally and stay on the forefront of transformational breakthroughs in photonics. PhotonicsSociety.org About SPIE SPIE, the international society for optics and photonics, was founded in 1955 to advance light-based technologies. Serving more than 255,000 constituents from 183 countries, the not-for-profit society advances emerging technologies through interdisciplinary information exchange, continuing education, publications, patent precedent, and career and professional growth. SPIE annually organizes and sponsors approximately 25 major technical forums, exhibitions, and education programs in North America, Europe, Asia, and the South Pacific. In 2020, SPIE provided more than $5 million in support of education and outreach programs. www.spie.org About The Optical Society Founded in 1916, The Optical Society (OSA) is the leading professional organization for scientists, engineers, students and business leaders in light science and technology. The society serves over 432,000 customers and 22,000 members from more than 100 countries who fuel discoveries, shape real-life applications and accelerate achievements in the field. OSA provides quality research, inspired interactions and dedicated resources for its extensive global network of optics and photonics experts through world-renowned publications. For more information, visit osa.org. Contact Details pr@trust-science.org +1 703-907-0010 pr@trust-science.org Company Website https://www.trust-science.org

May 11, 2021 09:03 AM Eastern Daylight Time

Velocity Global establishes board of directors

Velocity Global

5-member board chaired by founder and CEO, Ben Wright Directors guide company with expertise in compliance, global employment, and significant planned growth FFL Partners holds two seats following $100M growth investment in April Velocity Global, the leading provider of global employment solutions, established its board of directors to guide the company’s scale as the largest global Employer of Record (EoR) in 185 countries and all 50 United States. The five-member board is chaired by Ben Wright, Velocity Global founder and CEO. “We established a board of directors to bring in next-level business leaders as we welcomed our first outside investment and increased scale through our first acquisition,” said Wright. “Velocity Global accelerates the future of work for businesses that install remote teams for a myriad of reasons, from new work-from-anywhere models to revenue growth in new markets. The board provides additional perspective to our talented leadership team as remote work comes into its own and businesses increasingly separate their workforce from the workplace.” The directors contribute expertise in global employment and compliance, and will help chart the company towards significant scaled growth in the coming years. FFL Partners holds two seats on the board following its $100 million growth investment announced last month. That investment was used in part for Velocity Global’s acquisition of iWorkGlobal. Brands rely on Velocity Global’s expertise and global infrastructure to employ a compliant global workforce without the cost or complexity of setting up their own foreign legal entities or state registrations. As the Employer of Record, Velocity Global manages its clients’ workforce through in-country and in-state compliance, payroll, and benefits for the supported employees. Velocity Global’s offerings also include Independent Contractor Compliance to assess a workforce and Agent of Record (AoR) to streamline payments to contractors globally. The company’s platform combines these elements with a personalized customer experience focused on people first, best-in-breed technology, and increased scale for companies to grow their remote workforce. The Velocity Global board of directors includes: Ben Wright, Founder, Chairman, and CEO, Velocity Global Ben Wright leads strategy and growth of Velocity Global and its hundreds of global team members. He applies two decades of experience supporting companies' global business and remote teams. Wright founded Velocity Global in 2014 as a revolutionary way for companies to expand and hire across global markets. He is a recognized expert on the future of work and global expansion strategies. Wright was a national finalist for EY's Entrepreneur of the Year. He holds a B.B.A. in Accounting from the Mendoza College of Business at the University of Notre Dame. Jonathon Bunt, Director, FFL Partners Jonathon Bunt joined FFL in 2017. His experience includes a leadership role at GuideSpark, Inc. an enterprise software-as-a-service technology company, as well as co-founder and CEO of byUs.com, a consumer services software company. Bunt began his career in private equity with Goldman Sachs in New York and Berkshire Partners in Boston. He adds Velocity Global to his current board positions for Accordion, ALKU, Maestro, and ProService. Bunt graduated magna cum laude from Princeton University with a B.S.E. in Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering and earned an M.B.A with distinction from Harvard Business School. Tim Callahan, CEO, GovQA Tim Callahan is the CEO of GovQA, the leading provider of automated compliance workflow software for government. Callahan took the executive role at GovQA in 2020. Previously, he served as President of Streamline & Celergo for global payroll software and services provider ADP. Prior to that, he was CEO of Celergo LLC, a global payroll management company, before Celergo’s acquisition by ADP in 2018. Prior to Celergo, Callahan enjoyed a 28-year career in the global mobility industry as president and COO of Graebel Relocation Services and senior vice president of global sales and marketing for SIRVA, Inc. He holds a B.A. in History from Fairfield University. Robert Schlossman, Chief Legal Officer, Zscaler, Inc. Robert Schlossman has served as Chief Legal Officer for Zscaler, the leader in cloud security, since February 2016. He is a key legal and business advisor to CEOs, management teams, and boards of directors of public, private equity, and venture capital backed companies. He applies his expertise to guide companies through major transformations including IPOs, M&A transactions, spinoffs, international expansion, and introduction of new products and sales channels. Prior to joining Zscaler, he served as the chief legal officer of several technology companies. Schlossman holds a J.D. from the University of California, Berkeley School of Law, as well as a M.A. and B.A. in English from Stanford University. Cas Schneller, Managing Partner, FFL Partners Cas Schneller joined FFL in 2006. He is responsible for overall management of the firm and leads FFL’s Business Services investment activities. Previously, he worked at GTCR, a Chicago-based private equity firm. Schneller also worked at William Blair & Company as an analyst in the M&A group and at Luxor Capital Group as an investment analyst. He is on the board of Velocity Global and Accordion and serves as the Chairman of the Board of American Advisors Group, ALKU and ProService. He previously served on the Board of Directors of Crisis Prevention Institute as well as several other FFL portfolio companies. Schneller graduated summa cum laude from the University of Notre Dame with a B.B.A. in Finance and Business Economics and earned an M.B.A. from the Harvard Business School. Learn more about Velocity Global’s leadership team here. ABOUT VELOCITY GLOBAL Velocity Global accelerates the future of work beyond borders. Its platform enables businesses to employ remote teams and expand internationally through global expertise, best-in-breed technology, and scale. More than 700 brands rely on its Employer of Record model and infrastructure, also called an International PEO (Professional Employer Organization), in 185 countries and all 50 United States to compliantly employ thousands of supported employees, access global talent, and grow revenue. Named a “Leader” in Global Employer of Record services by prominent analyst firm NelsonHall, Velocity Global is a strategic partner to its clients through additional comprehensive services including Immigration, Independent Contractor Compliance to assess a workforce, and Agent of Record (AoR) to streamline payments to contractors globally. Founded in 2014, the company is headquartered in Denver, Colorado, with regional headquarters in Amsterdam, Bogotá, and Singapore, with local employees in 16 countries. Contact Details Velocity Global Eli Rice +1 720-650-4348 EliRice@velocityglobal.com Company Website https://velocityglobal.com/

May 11, 2021 07:02 AM Mountain Daylight Time

PCMA Private Client is Presenting At The 5th Annual Private Wealth California Forum

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PCMA, the pioneer and leading voice in Non-Bank Private Client Lending, will be presenting at the virtual 5 th Annual Private Wealth California Forum; Thursday, May 13 th at 9:45am PT/12:45pm ET. CEO and Founder of PCMA, John R. Lynch, will be speaking on the “Alternatives Investment” panel addressing the growing need for private client lending services in the private wealth management community for their high-capacity clientele. “We partner with private wealth firms and advisors to help protect their client’s AUM and expand their financial service offering,” said John Lynch, CEO and Founder of PCMA. “As a new participant at this event, I look forward to talking with the other distinguished panelists about bespoke lending options for high and ultra-high net-worth clients that meet the needs of these complex estates.” John R. Lynch will contribute to the discussion on “ Alternatives Investment ” panel alongside fellow industry expert panelists: Carl Ludwigson, Director of Manager Research, BelAir Investment Advisors; Andy Edstrom, Financial Advisor, WESCAP Group; Stephen Todd, Senior Vice President, National Manager, Commercial Real Estate Practice, Northern Trust; Bryce Fraser, Managing Director, Distressed & Corporate Special Situations, Angelo Gordon; along with panel host Justin Dyer, Chief Investment Officer, AWM. John R. Lynch will also be hosting a private roundtable, “Tapping Into The Trillion Dollar Credit Blindspot” on 5/13 from 12:25 to 1:05pm PT. The roundtable will address Non-Bank Private Client Lending strategies; PCMA’s strategic partnership and referral program; and how these tailored solutions can arm your practice with credit coverage can expand your firms total wealth management approach. “Because of our unique partnership program, private wealth managers can protect the assets that rightly belong within their business while expanding services that their esteemed clients are in need of,” said Lynch. PCMA is the leading Non-Bank Private Client lending organization serving the needs of their mass affluent and high net worth clientele. PCMA offers qualified individuals and institutions bespoke lending solutions across all major residential asset classes. PCMA is a diversified financial enterprise offering private client solutions through a direct to consumer and distributed retail business model. PCMA strives to build trusting and enduring relationships by putting clients and professional partners at the center of all they do. PCMA is headquartered in Orange County, CA. Additional information is available at www.pcma.us.com Contact Details PCMA Private Client Lending Jason Jepson +1 949-394-7033 jason.jepson@pcma.us.com Company Website https://pcma.mortgage/

May 11, 2021 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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