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UBX Global Tour 2025: A New Era for the Web3 Industry

BNP Paribas SA

In 2025, UBX will embark on a year-long global tour, covering key cities at the forefront of finance and technological innovation. As a leader in the cryptocurrency and digital asset space, the UBX Global Tour will officially kick off on January 9th in Ho Chi Minh City, marking the start of this highly anticipated annual event. 12 Cities in 12 Months: UBX Global Tour Unfolds UBX’s global tour will follow a set schedule, with events held on the 18th of each month throughout 2025. After the inaugural stop in Ho Chi Minh City, the tour will visit cities such as Dubai (February 18), Macau (March 18), Bangkok (April 18), Paris (May 18), New Delhi (June 18), Vancouver (July 18), Abuja (August 18), South Korea (September 18), Singapore (October 18), Germany (November 18), and Tokyo (December 18). This series of events will cover twelve major cities, attracting thousands of participants at each stop. Industry leaders will gather to discuss the latest developments and innovations in Web3. Engaging with Users: Building Stronger Connections Each event will feature UBX’s latest updates and offer an opportunity for direct interaction with users, enabling the platform to gather valuable feedback and insights. UBX is committed to optimizing its products and services to meet the diverse needs of users worldwide. The global tour not only serves as an essential step in UBX’s global strategy but also as a platform for listening to and engaging with its user base. Blending Online and Offline to Enhance User Experience As a platform focused on cryptocurrency asset trading and innovation, UBX uses cutting-edge technologies like zero-knowledge proofs, multi-chain interoperability, and AI to build a secure and efficient system that protects user assets and privacy. By integrating innovative online products with its global offline events, UBX is providing users with secure, efficient, and intelligent trading solutions. This approach aims to foster continued innovation in the crypto ecosystem and enhance the overall user experience. Promoting Industry Growth: UBX as a Compliant Leader UBX is not only focused on technological advancements but also on driving the adoption of blockchain technology through its global tour. The tour will provide a vital platform for investors, industry professionals, and blockchain enthusiasts to explore blockchain applications across various sectors, accelerating the growth of Web3. Each event will offer valuable insights and strategic perspectives, contributing to the progress of the cryptocurrency industry. Furthermore, UBX remains committed to compliance, holding multiple financial licenses and solidifying its position as a key player in the global digital asset ecosystem. In 2025, the UBX Global Tour will cover key Web3 markets, enhancing UBX’s global footprint while promoting the widespread adoption of blockchain technology. UBX invites investors, innovators, and blockchain pioneers to join this global movement, as together they help shape the future of the digital asset industry and usher in a new era of crypto wealth. UBX Global Tour 2025: Join Us on This Historic Journey! About UBX UBX, headquartered on Wall Street, New York, is a global digital asset trading platform licensed in Canada, Australia, and the U.S. Focused on security, transparency, and compliance, UBX serves users across 36 countries with a daily trading volume of over $2 billion. With cutting-edge technology and robust security, UBX offers spot trading, contracts, and asset management, striving to become a top-5 global digital asset exchange and a leader in secure digital finance. Website : www.ubx.one X : x.com/UBX_Official Telegram: https://t.me/UBX_Official Contact Details UBX UBX cs@ubx-one.com Company Website https://www.ubx.one/

January 08, 2025 04:46 PM Eastern Standard Time

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NAFA Announces Opening of Media Day Applications for 2025 Institute & Expo

NAFA Fleet Management Association

NAFA Fleet Management Association (NAFA), the vehicle fleet industry’s largest membership association, is pleased to announce its Media Day event will return for a third year at the upcoming NAFA 2025 Institute & Expo (I&E), the industry’s largest gathering of fleet and mobility professionals. This year’s conference will take place April 28-30, 2025 in Long Beach, CA. Media Day will take place on Monday, April 28, 2025, at 2:30 p.m. The press-conference style event will feature back-to-back announcements from I&E exhibitors, with each company allotted a 10-minute time slot to present their breaking news, innovations or announcements to credentialed press. “Media Day continues to be an invaluable platform for exhibitors to showcase their innovations and make a significant impact with the media in attendance,” said Bill Schankel, CAE, CEO of NAFA. “We look forward to seeing the creative ways our exhibitors will highlight the advancements and innovations driving the fleet management industry forward in 2025.” This event is available free of charge to exhibitors as part of their participation in I&E 2025, adding value to their investment. Exhibitors interested in participating in Media Day can apply through the 2025 Media Day Application Form. The deadline for applications is March 12, 2025, and selected exhibitors will be notified of their acceptance by March 17, 2025. Media registration for I&E is complimentary for credentialed journalists – press can learn more and register here. I&E 2025 will bring together thousands of fleet professionals across various sectors, including corporate, government, public safety and utilities. The three-day event will feature over 40 educational sessions, ample networking opportunities, and access to the industry’s largest Exhibit Hall. Prospective exhibitors are encouraged to secure their space early to ensure prime placement in the Exhibit Hall. For more information about reserving an exhibit booth, please visit NAFA’s website. Sponsorship opportunities can be secured here. This year’s current sponsors include Fleetio, Holman, Legend, Motive, RAM, Reindeer Logistics, Samsara, US Bank Voyager and Wheels. NAFA Fleet Management Association is the membership organization for professionals who manage the mobility requirements of vehicle fleets that include commercial, public safety, trucks, and buses of all types and sizes, and a wide range of military and off-road equipment for corporations, governments, universities, utility fleets, and law enforcement in North America and across the globe. NAFA’s members are responsible for the specification, acquisition, maintenance, repair, fueling, risk management, and remarketing of more than 4.8 million vehicles that drive an estimated 84 billion miles each year. NAFA’s members control assets and services well above $122 billion each year. For more information, please visit www.nafa.org, and communicate with NAFA on LinkedIn, Facebook, and X. Contact Details Keaveny Hewitt +1 919-622-5276 khewitt@onwrdupwrd.com Company Website https://www.nafa.org/

January 08, 2025 10:30 AM Eastern Standard Time

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NAFA Announces Opening of Media Day Applications for 2025 Institute & Expo

NAFA Fleet Management Association

NAFA Fleet Management Association (NAFA), the vehicle fleet industry’s largest membership association, is pleased to announce its Media Day event will return for a third year at the upcoming NAFA 2025 Institute & Expo (I&E), the industry’s largest gathering of fleet and mobility professionals. This year’s conference will take place April 28-30, 2025 in Long Beach, CA. Media Day will take place on Monday, April 28, 2025, at 2:30 p.m. The press-conference style event will feature back-to-back announcements from I&E exhibitors, with each company allotted a 10-minute time slot to present their breaking news, innovations or announcements to credentialed press. “Media Day continues to be an invaluable platform for exhibitors to showcase their innovations and make a significant impact with the media in attendance,” said Bill Schankel, CAE, CEO of NAFA. “We look forward to seeing the creative ways our exhibitors will highlight the advancements and innovations driving the fleet management industry forward in 2025.” This event is available free of charge to exhibitors as part of their participation in I&E 2025, adding value to their investment. Exhibitors interested in participating in Media Day can apply through the 2025 Media Day Application Form. The deadline for applications is March 12, 2025, and selected exhibitors will be notified of their acceptance by March 17, 2025. Media registration for I&E is complimentary for credentialed journalists – press can learn more and register here. I&E 2025 will bring together thousands of fleet professionals across various sectors, including corporate, government, public safety and utilities. The three-day event will feature over 40 educational sessions, ample networking opportunities, and access to the industry’s largest Exhibit Hall. Prospective exhibitors are encouraged to secure their space early to ensure prime placement in the Exhibit Hall. For more information about reserving an exhibit booth, please visit NAFA’s website. Sponsorship opportunities can be secured here. This year’s current sponsors include Fleetio, Holman, Legend, Motive, RAM, Reindeer Logistics, Samsara, US Bank Voyager and Wheels. About NAFA Fleet Management Association NAFA Fleet Management Association is the membership organization for professionals who manage the mobility requirements of vehicle fleets that include commercial, public safety, trucks, and buses of all types and sizes, and a wide range of military and off-road equipment for corporations, governments, universities, utility fleets, and law enforcement in North America and across the globe. NAFA’s members are responsible for the specification, acquisition, maintenance, repair, fueling, risk management, and remarketing of more than 4.8 million vehicles that drive an estimated 84 billion miles each year. NAFA’s members control assets and services well above $122 billion each year. For more information, please visit www.nafa.org, and communicate with NAFA on LinkedIn, Facebook, and X. Contact Details Keaveny Hewitt +1 919-622-5276 khewitt@onwrdupwrd.com Company Website https://www.nafa.org/

January 08, 2025 10:00 AM Eastern Standard Time

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Kevel and Vantage Partner to Transform Retail Media Management

Kevel

Kevel, the leading provider of API-based retail media ad serving technology, and Vantage, the Orchestration Layer for Retail Media™, have announced a partnership that allows retailers, marketplaces, and eCommerce platforms to more easily manage their advertising operations. The collaboration combines Kevel’s customizable ad serving capabilities with Vantage’s workflow automation and data orchestration platform to offer retailers an end-to-end solution for building high-performing retail media networks. By integrating their solutions, the partnership aims to streamline operations, enhance ad personalization, and drive revenue growth with seamless efficiency and unparalleled customization. “At Kevel, we're committed to equipping retailers with the tools they need to create custom and differentiated ad experiences powered by their first-party data,” said Dylan Husler, VP of Retail Media at Kevel. “By partnering with Vantage, we’re taking our mission one step further—streamlining how businesses manage their operations and providing a unified solution that bridges ad creation and campaign management with enterprise-wide collaboration.” Key Benefits for Retailers: Faster Campaign Launches: Build custom retail media networks in as little as 14 days with Kevel and deploy campaigns in minutes with Vantage. Improved ROI: Reduce campaign level costs by over 20% and drive net-revenue impacts of +7% Enhanced Data Utilization: Activate first-party data insights alongside integrated data from platforms like Snowflake and Salesforce. Seamless Integration: Flexible tech-stack compatibility ensures smooth interoperability across ecosystems. This partnership signifies the next step in retail media innovation, creating a fully customizable and data-driven ecosystem. Retailers will now have access to a unified platform that allows them to consolidate data, enhance workflow efficiency, and maximize ROI—all while delivering relevant, engaging ads to their customers. The combined offerings of Kevel and Vantage ensure retailers can meet the growing demand for high-performing retail media networks while maintaining total control over their tech stacks and data. “This partnership with Kevel represents a critical step forward for retail media innovation,” added Aran Hamilton, CEO and Co-Founder at Vantage. “Our combined solution helps retailers better orchestrate their media businesses through automated workflows and data-driven ad solutions tailored to their specific requirements.” Kevel and Vantage are already trusted by industry leaders like The Home Depot and Slickdeals. This collaboration will enable retailers of all sizes—whether running onsite, offsite, in-store, or omnichannel campaigns—to tap into cutting-edge solutions that unlock profitability and future-proof their media networks. For more information about the partnership and how it can benefit your business, please visit Kevel.com and gotVantage.com. About Kevel Kevel is powering innovative, flexible ad tech infrastructure APIs that fuel its Retail Media Cloud™. This unique offering is the only API-based solution for in-housing retail media technology that enables multi-brand retailers to differentiate based on their unique brand, improving shopper experience while maintaining total control of their first-party data.Kevel believes that every digital retailer should have the capability to build and scale their own distinct ad platform, just like big tech players like Amazon. Customers like Edmunds, Delivery Hero, Sonae, Leroy Merlin, Slickdeals, and other leading retailers and marketplaces all launched their own retail media networks with Kevel. The company has garnered numerous accolades, most recently earning recognition as one of the leading 100 innovative tech start-ups driving the future of brand-to-consumer in 2023 and awarded the MarTech Breakthrough Award for best overall ad tech company in 2022. Learn more at www.kevel.com. About Vantage Vantage is the orchestration platform for retail and commerce media, helping enterprise retailers unify onsite, offsite, and in-store media assets. With offices in Toronto, Atlanta, Austin, and Melbourne, Vantage has helped some of the world’s top retailers to efficiently launch and scale retail media networks, enabling seamless integration of technologies and unifying cross-functional teams. For more information, visit www.gotVantage.com. Contact Details Kevel Jennifer Choo Director of Marketing +1 973-343-8819 jchoo@kevel.com Mod Op for Vantage Chris Harihar Chris.Harihar@modop.com

January 08, 2025 09:00 AM Eastern Standard Time

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Watch & Sea Beauty Launches First-Ever Hair Care and Styling Line: The Flourishing Collection

Watch & Sea Beauty

Watch & Sea Beauty CEO Courtney Adeleye, a pioneer and visionary entrepreneur launches Watch & Sea Beauty ’s first hair care collection, a transformative line that combines the healing power of natural marine ingredients with cutting-edge scientific innovation. Designed to rejuvenate and empower all hair types and textures, The Flourishing Collection reflects Watch & Sea Beauty ’s commitment to holistic well-being and is inspired by the wisdom of the ocean. Courtney Adeleye has always been a leader at the forefront of science-backed product formulations, driven by a deep understanding of hair care needs and consumer health. Her success story began with a $500.00 personal investment to create her first award-winning hair care brand: The Mane Choice which she grew into a brand that grossed over $100 million in sales in just six short years and became a staple on retail shelves across the country. With her unique combination of scientific expertise and business acumen, Courtney now brings her passion for intentional, purpose-driven hair care to the forefront with her latest collection, designed to meet the diverse needs of all hair types and textures. “I am excited to return to the hair care space with The Flourishing Collection, - a culmination of my journey, my passion, and my commitment to helping women truly feel confident in their hair. We believe the ocean holds the secrets to true rejuvenation. By infusing our products with natural treasures like sea kelp and seaweed extract, we unlock the transformative power of nature to provide exceptional care for your hair," says Watch & Sea Beauty CEO Courtney Adeleye. The Flourishing Collection includes ten expertly crafted products, each infused with nutrient-dense seaweed and sea kelp, offering solutions for every step of your hair care routine. From cleansing and conditioning to styling and repairing, Watch & Sea Beauty combines years of science-backed research with a passion for nature’s healing properties, promising healthier, stronger, and more vibrant hair. The Flourishing Collection includes: Watch & Sea SEA How CLEAN Shimmer & Shine Flourishing Shampoo (SRP: $15.99; 8 oz.): Specially formulated to help minimize tangles, this gentle cleanser is effective with washing away impurities yet mild enough for frequent use. Infused with seaweed and sea kelp, it boosts shine, restores moisture, deeply nourishes and helps your hair flourish, leaving it soft, revitalized, and luminous. Once clean, the delicate shimmer effortlessly rinses out of hair, leaving behind a brilliant, long-lasting shine. Watch & Sea SEA Any TANGLES Pre & Post Poo 3-Way Flourishing Conditioner (SRP: $15,99; 8 oz.): A versatile, multi-use conditioner that detangles, conditions, and nourishes hair at every step. Whether used as a pre-shampoo treatment, post-shampoo conditioner, or co-wash, it works to break down dirt and impurities, minimize tangles, and deeply hydrate your hair. Infused with seaweed and sea kelp, this conditioner leaves your hair soft, manageable, and beautifully conditioned, promoting healthy, tangle-free locks from root to ends. Watch & Sea SEA The SOFTNESS Strand Protection Leave-In Flourishing Conditioner (SRP: $15.99; 8 oz.): delivers intense hydration and long-lasting softness while shielding each strand from potential damage. Infused with seaweed and sea kelp, this protective, softening leave-in conditioner strengthens and nourishes, detangling with ease and locking in moisture. It leaves your hair feeling irresistibly soft, smooth, and fully protected, ready for any style. Watch & Sea SEA This HOLD Maximum & Shimmery Slickback Glaze, (SRP: $16.99; 8 oz.): A strong, flexible hold gel that nourishes your hair with powerful marine ingredients. Infused with seaweed and sea kelp, it tames frizz, smooth edges, sleeks hair, and locks in smoothness, leaving your hair polished and silky. The shimmer enhances shine, then instantly vanishes, creating a sleek, glossy finish with long-lasting hold that lasts. Watch & Sea SEA The REPAIR Deep & Continuous Flourishing Mask, (SRP: $17.99; 8 oz.): This mask delivers rapid, deep repair to damaged hair, restoring strength, moisture, and vitality. Formulated to keep hair healthy and prevent future damage, this mask is infused with potent marine ingredients like seaweed and sea kelp, nourishing and revitalizing each strand from roots to ends. Whether used as a quick treatment or left on for deeper repair, it transforms your hair, leaving it stronger, smoother, and visibly healthier after every use. This is a must in any healthy hair regimen! Watch & Sea SEA My LENGTH” Scalp to Ends Flourishing Oil, (SRP: $15.99; 4 oz.): A luxurious blend that provides intense nourishment from root to ends, promoting optimal scalp health and hair length retention while protecting your strands. Powered by a potent mix of nutrient-rich seaweed, sea kelp, and exotic botanicals like fenugreek, ginger, and red clover, this oil revitalizes your scalp, strengthens your hair, and seals in moisture for long-lasting hydration. Infused with essential vitamins like Biotin and Vitamin D, it fortifies each strand, improving retention and promoting fuller, healthier, more vibrant hair. Ideal for edges, scalp, and ends, this transformative oil is the key to achieving your hair growth goals, leaving your hair soft, strong, and brimming with life. Watch & Sea SEA This HYDRATION” Refresh & Revive Rehydration Spray, (SRP: $14.99; 8 oz.): delivers more moisture than water alone, as it doesn’t evaporate easily, locking in hydration to revive and replenish dry, dull hair. Infused with nourishing seaweed and sea kelp, this lightweight spray deeply softens and moisturizes, breathing life back into your hair while enhancing and stretching styles. Perfect for a quick boost, it leaves your hair smooth, manageable, and full of lasting hydration. Watch & Sea SEA This PERFECTION TWIST & BRAID OUT” Soufflé, (SRP: $15.99; 12 oz.): A go-to moisturizer for effortless, defined twist-outs and braid-outs. This rich, creamy soufflé is crafted with real sea-derived ingredients to deliver lasting hold, while deeply nourishing and infusing your strands with moisture and shine. Perfect for all hair types, it provides the ideal balance of hydration and control, helping you achieve soft, bouncy, and frizz-free styles with ease. This nourishing blend transforms your hair, leaving it beautifully defined, healthy, and touchably soft. Watch & Sea The ORIGINAL Hair Flourishing Supplement in Capsules, (SRP: $29.99): Capsules provide essential nutrients to support stronger, healthier hair from the inside out. Packed with 21 essential vitamins, minerals, and a proprietary herbal blend, it helps promote hair growth, improve thickness, and strengthen strands to help your hair flourish to its full potential. Consistent use leads to visible results, with hair that feels stronger, healthier, and more resilient. Watch & Sea The ORIGINAL Hair Flourishing Supplement in Gummies, (SRP: $29.99): Formulated with Biotin, Marine Collagen, and Bamboo- derived Silica to nourish and strengthen from within, this blend is designed to help support hair growth, thickness, and resilience. Infused with a natural passion fruit flavor, each gummy is a step toward stronger, healthier, and more vibrant hair. Non-GMO and gluten-free. Watch & Sea Beauty’s The Flourishing Collection will be available on watchandseabeauty.com beginning December 20 th, 2024, and available at Target.com and select Target stores on February 2 nd, 2025. For all media inquiries, please contact First and Last PR: WatchAndSea@FirstandLastPR.com Contact Details First and Last PR First and Last PR WatchAndSea@FirstandLastPR.com Company Website https://watchandseabeauty.com/

January 08, 2025 08:56 AM Eastern Standard Time

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Dr Robert Becker Clinic Celebrates Patient Satisfaction Win at Mental Health Care Awards by Business Awards UK

Rev Up Marketers

The Dr Robert Becker Clinic has been honoured with the Patient Satisfaction Award at the 2024 Mental Health Care Awards hosted by Business Awards UK. This accolade recognizes the clinic's dedication to delivering personalised, patient-centred care and its commitment to excellence in the field of mental health. Located in Edinburgh, the Dr Robert Becker Clinic has established itself as a leader in mental health treatment, offering a comprehensive range of services tailored to individual needs. Under the expert guidance of Dr Robert Becker—a distinguished Psychotherapist, Neuropsychologist, Cognitive Psychologist, and Pharmacologist— the clinic adopts a holistic approach to mental health, ensuring that each patient receives personalised and compassionate care. At the heart of the clinic's success is its founder, Dr Robert Becker, whose credentials include a PhD in Social Sciences specialising in Cognitive Psychology. Dr Becker is also a Practising Fellow of the Complementary Medical Association, with extensive qualifications including advanced certifications in CBT, Neuropsychology, and Addiction Therapy, alongside expertise in managing complex conditions such as ADHD, insomnia, and substance misuse. The clinic adheres to rigorous diagnostic standards, employing methodologies compliant with ICD-11 and DSM-5 to ensure precision in assessment and effectiveness in treatment. Dr Robert Becker’s patient-first philosophy is central to the clinic’s reputation. By offering consultations in English and Polish and tailoring therapies to individual needs, the clinic has garnered a loyal following, consistently ranked as the number one mental health specialist in Edinburgh. The clinic’s comprehensive suite of services includes: Psychiatric Assessments: Utilising evidence-based tools like the MPAS system for accurate evaluations. Therapy for All Ages: Addressing challenges ranging from anxiety and depression to ADHD and sleep disturbances. Specialist Care: Providing second opinions and consultations on complex cases. Winning the Patient Satisfaction Award highlights the clinic’s commitment to achieving the best outcomes for its patients. The accolade underscores not only the clinic's exceptional care but also its innovative practices, which include advanced approaches like the CAMS method for managing suicide risk. As Dr Becker continues to expand his contributions to the field, including authoring a book on Behavioural Analysis and Forensic Psychology, the clinic remains at the forefront of mental health care in the UK. The Dr Robert Becker Clinic sets an example in mental health care, blending science with compassionate, personalised services. This recognition at the 2024 Mental Health Care Awards is a testament to the clinic’s commitment to helping patients and advancing mental health care. To find out more about the Dr Robert Becker Mental Health Clinic and Educational Centre and their award win, visit their website, or contact Business Awards UK. About Dr Robert Becker Clinic The Dr Robert Becker Clinic, based in Edinburgh, is a leading provider of comprehensive mental health care. Founded by the esteemed Dr Robert Becker—an expert in Psychotherapy, Neuropsychology, Cognitive Psychology, and Pharmacology—the clinic is dedicated to delivering personalised, patient-centred care. With a strong focus on holistic treatment approaches, the clinic addresses a wide spectrum of mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, insomnia, and substance misuse. About Business Awards UK: Business Awards UK is an awards platform with a big mission: making business awards accessible to all. With no upfront costs for entry, we've removed the risk and lowered the barrier to entry for everyone, because this is the change we wanted to see in the business awards arena. Contact Details Dr Robert Becker Mental Health Clinic & Educational Centre Ltd Dr Robert Becker, Director +44 131 516 3360 edinburgh@rbecker-mhs.co.uk Company Website https://www.rbecker-mhs.co.uk/

January 08, 2025 07:18 AM Eastern Standard Time

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Investments & Wealth Institute Appoints Steve DeAngelis as Chief Revenue Officer to Lead Global Growth Strategy

Investments and Wealth Institute

The Investments & Wealth Institute (the Institute) – the premier credentialing body, continuing education resource, and professional membership association for elite financial advisors and wealth management professionals – has announced that Steve DeAngelis will serve as Chief Revenue Officer, which was effective January 2. In this role, DeAngelis is responsible for overseeing the Institute’s Global Sales operations, providing strategic and functional direction to expand the reach of Institute certifications and surpass revenue growth targets. He will lead and motivate a team dedicated to growth through both direct consultation with individuals seeking certification as well as through the development of long-term partnerships with leading investment and wealth management organizations seeking private certification classes for their respective advisor teams. DeAngelis is also expected to expand relationships with such respected organizations by offering customized, educational solutions available through the Investments & Wealth Academy – the Institute’s online continuing education platform – to both further educate advisor teams as well as drive revenue growth for the Institute. A key member of the Executive Team, DeAngelis will collaborate with both staff and the Board of Directors to focus on strategic partnerships and innovative solutions that continue to provide unmatched value to Institute members, empowering them to excel in the rapidly evolving financial advice landscape. He is based in Philadelphia, PA, and will report directly to Sean Walters, CAE®, Chief Executive Officer of the Institute. “Steve DeAngelis has a proven record of successfully managing client relationships, innovating and improving sales processes to generate revenue growth in both entrepreneurial environments and within larger corporations,” said Walters. “His positive energy and commitment to excellence is an asset to the Institute, in our strategic objective to elevate IWI’s role as the premier membership-based credentialing and education organization for financial advisors in the HNW ecosystem, and the firms and teams that support them.” DeAngelis brings with him more than 30 years of experience across a wide range of financial services organizations and roles. He most recently was on the faculty at Villanova University School of Business as an Executive in Residence, where he developed curriculum and taught students how to communicate with more impact in the professional world. During this time, he also founded Auctoritas Executive Consulting, where he provided consulting services for businesses committed to strategic growth through efficient execution, accountability and executive effectiveness. Prior to his faculty and consulting roles, Mr. DeAngelis served as Chief Revenue Officer at Orion Advisor Solutions – an industry leading financial technology firm – where he served on the firm’s Executive Committee and was responsible for all sales and revenue generation activities. Prior to Orion, DeAngelis was Executive Vice President and Head of Distribution at FS Investments, where he served on its Executive Committee and was President of its wholly owned broker-dealer subsidiary, FS Investment Solutions. He led the firm’s evolution into a multi-product, multi-channel sales organization, including its first ever entry into various distribution channels. Before FS Investments, Mr. DeAngelis spent nine years at Goldman Sachs Asset Management (GSAM). As Managing Director, Head of U.S. Advisor Solutions Group, he led distribution of all GSAM products and services to financial advisors, including mutual funds, ETFs, alternative investments and structured products. He was also responsible for strategic management of home office distribution relationships. Prior to Goldman Sachs, he co-founded and served as President of ADVISORport, Inc., the industry’s first web-based platform for delivering customized managed account services to wealth management organizations. (ADVISORport was eventually sold to PFPC Worldwide, a division of PNC Financial.) On the volunteer side, DeAngelis currently serves on the board of Philadelphia Financial Scholars – which delivers financial literacy education to the underserved high school community in Philadelphia – and serves as an Investment Committee member of the Brothers of the Order of Hermits of St. Augustine. He will also continue to serve on the boards of three privately held companies when joining the Institute. “I am honored to join the Institute at such a pivotal time and look forward to collaborating with our team to enhance our offerings and support the evolving needs of financial professionals,” DeAngelis said. “Together, we'll continue to elevate the standards of wealth management, ensuring our members deliver exceptional value to their clients.” ABOUT INVESTMENTS & WEALTH INSTITUTE Founded in 1985, the Investments & Wealth Institute is the premier professional association, education provider, and standards body for financial advisors. Through its award-winning events, publications, courses, and acclaimed certifications--Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA®), and Retirement Management Advisor® (RMA®) certifications--the Institute delivers Ivy league-quality, highly practical education to more than 30,000 practitioners annually in over 40 countries. Members of the Institute include the industry's most successful investment consultants, advanced financial planners, and private wealth managers who embrace excellence and ethics in applying a broad set of knowledge and skills in their daily work with clients. Learn more at www.investmentsandwealth.org. Contact Details Investments & Wealth Institute Allison Edmondson +1 303-850-3207 aedmondson@i-w.org Company Website https://investmentsandwealth.org/

January 07, 2025 06:00 PM Eastern Standard Time

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Copper Property CTL Pass Through Trust Issues Monthly Reporting Package for December 2024

Copper Property CTL Pass Through Trust

Copper Property CTL Pass Through Trust (“the Trust”) has filed a Form 8-K containing its monthly report for the period ended December 31, 2024. An aggregate total distribution of $24.2 million or $0.322926 per trust certificate will be paid on January 10, 2025, to certificateholders of record as of January 9, 2025. Additional information, including the Trust’s Monthly and Quarterly Reports, as well as other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) can be accessed via the Trust’s website at www.ctltrust.net. About Copper Property CTL Pass Through Trust Copper Property CTL Pass Through Trust (the “Trust”) was established to acquire 160 retail properties and 6 warehouse distribution centers (the “Properties”) from J.C. Penney as part of its Chapter 11 plan of reorganization. The Trust’s operations consist solely of owning, leasing and selling the Properties. The Trust’s objective is to sell the Properties to third-party purchasers as promptly as practicable. The Trustee of the trust is GLAS Trust Company LLC. The Trust is externally managed by an affiliate of Hilco Real Estate LLC. The Trust is intended to be treated, for tax purposes, as a liquidating trust within the meaning of United States Treasury Regulation Section 301.7701-4(d). For more information, please visit https://www.ctltrust.net/. Forward Looking Statement This news release contains certain “forward-looking statements”. All statements other than statements of historical fact are “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements may be identified by the use of forward looking terminology such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “continue,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “may,” “might,” “our vision,” “plan,” “potential,” “preliminary,” “predict,” “should,” “will,” or “would” or the negative thereof or other variations thereof or comparable terminology and include, but are not limited to, the Trust’s expectations or beliefs concerning future events and stock price performance. The Trust has based these forward-looking statements on its current expectations, assumptions, estimates and projections. While the Trust believes these expectations, assumptions, estimates and projections are reasonable, such forward-looking statements are only predictions and involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond its control. These factors, including those discussed in the Trust’s Registration Statement on Form 10 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), may cause its actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. For a further list and description of such risks and uncertainties, please refer to the Trust’s filings with the SEC that are available at www.sec.gov. The Trust cautions you that the list of important factors included in the Trust’s SEC filings may not contain all of the material factors that are important to you. In addition, in light of these risks and uncertainties, the matters referred to in the forward-looking statements contained in this news release may not in fact occur. The Trust undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as otherwise required by law. Contact Details Jessica Cummins- Investor Relations +1 847-313-4755 jcummins@hilcoglobal.com Company Website https://ctltrust.net/about/default.aspx

January 07, 2025 04:15 PM Eastern Standard Time

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Door Pro America Expands Presence in New Jersey with Liberty Door & Awning Partnership

Rotunda Capital Partners LLC

Door Pro America (“Door Pro”), a leading installer and service provider of residential garage doors across eight U.S. markets, today announced its acquisition of Liberty Door & Awning (“Liberty”), a family-owned provider of residential and commercial door solutions headquartered in Forked River, New Jersey. Door Pro America is a portfolio company of Rotunda Capital Partners. Since its founding in 1968, Liberty Door & Awning has served as a trusted provider of high-quality residential garage doors, awnings, hurricane shutters, and entry doors across New Jersey. With two showrooms and a well-established reputation for craftsmanship and customer satisfaction, Liberty is a staple in the region’s home improvement market. This acquisition will enable Door Pro America to expand its footprint in New Jersey, diversify its product offerings, and continue its legacy of exceptional customer service. “We are thrilled to welcome Liberty Door & Awning into the Door Pro America family,” said Larry Notto, President of Door Pro America. “Liberty’s decades-long commitment to quality and its established presence in New Jersey make this partnership a natural fit. Together, we look forward to bringing even greater value to our customers through expanded services and offerings.” Bob Nosti, President of Liberty Door & Awning echoed this excitement: “Joining forces with Door Pro America represents an exciting new chapter for Liberty, our customers and employees. We’re proud of the strong foundation we’ve built and are confident this partnership will bring even more opportunities for growth.” “This acquisition represents an important milestone as Door Pro continues to grow its national leadership position in the garage door industry,” added Ryan Aprill, Managing Director at Rotunda. “Rotunda looks forward to continuing its support of Door Pro as it pursues additional acquisitions in both new and existing markets.” Benesch, Friedlander, Coplan & Aronoff LLP acted as legal counsel to Door Pro. Morgan Lewis acted as legal counsel to Liberty Door & Awning. About Door Pro America Founded in 1998, Door Pro America is a leading provider of residential garage door installation, repair, and replacement services. Operating across eight markets in the U.S., including Virginia, Maryland, Illinois, Washington, Oregon, New York, New Jersey, and Colorado, Door Pro America is recognized for its customer-first approach and high-quality service. The company is a Double Diamond and Premier dealer with Amarr Garage Doors & Commercial Doors and LiftMaster. For more information, visit www.doorproamerica.com. About Liberty Door & Awning Established in 1968, Liberty Door & Awning has been a trusted provider of residential and commercial doors, awnings, hurricane shutters, and entry doors across New Jersey. Known for its customer-centric approach and dedication to craftsmanship, Liberty has become a go-to source for homeowners and businesses alike. For more information, visit www.libertydoorandawning.com. About Rotunda Capital Partners Rotunda Capital Partners is an operationally oriented private equity firm focused on transforming family-founder owned companies into dynamic, data-driven platforms able to achieve and manage significant growth. Since its founding in 2009, Rotunda has partnered with management teams to build great businesses within three primary sectors: value-added distribution, asset-light logistics and industrial, business & residential services. Rotunda strives to achieve replicable results by implementing its Rotunda Performance System to create strategic alignment, develop lean processes and create robust, data-driven infrastructures. For more information, visit www.rotundacapital.com. Contact Details Margaux Valle +1 240-499-3362 PR@rotundacapital.com Company Website https://www.rotundacapital.com

January 07, 2025 04:13 PM Eastern Standard Time

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