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Amplify ETFs Doubles Product Line with Agreement To Acquire ETF Managers Group’s Exchange-Traded Funds

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Lunedì, Giugno 12, 2023

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LISLE, Ill. and SUMMIT, N.J., June 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Amplify ETFs and ETF Managers Group (ETFMG) announced today a definitive agreement under which Amplify ETFs will acquire ETFMG’s exchange-traded funds (ETFs) lineup.

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LISLE, Ill. and SUMMIT, N.J., June 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Amplify ETFs and ETF Managers Group (ETFMG) announced today a definitive agreement under which Amplify ETFs will acquire ETFMG’s exchange-traded funds (ETFs) lineup.
"ETFMG has created an impressive roster of strategies and we are excited to acquire its ETFs as these strategies align well with our commitment to being at the forefront of ETF industry growth and innovation,” said Christian Magoon, CEO and Founder of Amplify ETFs.
“We look forward to expanding the access and awareness of this compelling and differentiated product set.”
“We have long admired Amplify and its products,” said ETF Managers Group Founder and CEO Sam Masucci.
King & Spalding LLP is acting as legal counsel to ETF Managers Group.

Cboe Global Markets Announces New Senior Leadership Appointments to Support Continued Global Expansion and Future Growth

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Martedì, Giugno 13, 2023

The five senior leader appointments are as follows:

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The five senior leader appointments are as follows:
Megan Goett joined as Senior Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer and is responsible for leading Cboe's global branding and marketing strategy.
Ms. Goett has led a distinguished 20-year career in the financial services industry, executing global marketing campaigns and holding several senior leadership roles.
Ms. Unal brings over 20 years of electronic trading technology experience and has held several technology leadership and strategy roles.
Katherine Kirkpatrick joined as Chief Legal Officer of Cboe Digital and oversees the legal support of Cboe Digital's trading and clearing venues.

Stellex Capital Management LLC Acquires MSS Group

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Lunedì, Giugno 5, 2023

Stellex Capital Management (“Stellex”), a middle-market private equity firm with extensive experience in industrial businesses and family successions, today announced a new platform investment in Bryden Capital Limited (“BCL”) and MPL Group Limited (“MPL”), together the MSS Group (“MSS” or the “Company”), a leading supplier and manufacturer of critical electronic components, focused on the global power industry.

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Stellex Capital Management (“Stellex”), a middle-market private equity firm with extensive experience in industrial businesses and family successions, today announced a new platform investment in Bryden Capital Limited (“BCL”) and MPL Group Limited (“MPL”), together the MSS Group (“MSS” or the “Company”), a leading supplier and manufacturer of critical electronic components, focused on the global power industry.
To further support Management, Stellex has introduced Hamdi Conger to the role of Chairman.
“We plan to create value for both MSS’ customers and employees and to become an even more valuable manufacturing partner.”
Chris Hall and Liam Hall said, “We are excited for the road ahead with Stellex as we grow the MSS Group platform both organically and inorganically.
Consulting on commercial vendor diligence, and Jamieson Corporate Finance LLP supporting management through the transition from owner-manager to a PE-owned company.

PlayOn! Sports Announces Lesley Wainwright As Chief Legal Officer

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Martedì, Maggio 30, 2023

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Sports , one of the nation's leading high school media and technology companies, announced today the hiring of Lesley Wainwright as Chief Legal Officer.

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Sports , one of the nation's leading high school media and technology companies, announced today the hiring of Lesley Wainwright as Chief Legal Officer.
In this new role, Wainwright will oversee all legal affairs for PlayOn!
Wainwright started her legal career at King & Spalding as an associate in the private equity practice group.
Sports as our inaugural Chief Legal Officer," said Matt Hong, President & Chief Operating Officer.

B. Riley Announces Sponsors of 2023 Annual Institutional Investor Conference

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Giovedì, Maggio 18, 2023

Transfer, James B. Riley, King & Spalding, Banq, Gateway Group, Morgan, Lewis & Bockius, Research, Fidelity Investments, Dorsey & Whitney, Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough, S&P Global, SS, Donnelley Financial Solutions, Willkie Farr & Gallagher, Hunton Andrews Kurth, Conference, Mintz, Architecture, Accounting

LOS ANGELES, May 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- B. Riley Securities, subsidiary of B. Riley Financial (Nasdaq: RILY) ("B. Riley"), today announced participating companies and sponsors for its 2023 Institutional Investor Conference which takes place May 24th and 25th in Beverly Hills, CA.

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LOS ANGELES, May 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- B. Riley Securities, subsidiary of B. Riley Financial (Nasdaq: RILY) ("B. Riley"), today announced participating companies and sponsors for its 2023 Institutional Investor Conference which takes place May 24th and 25th in Beverly Hills, CA.
In its 23rd year, B. Riley's annual flagship event will gather key executives from 200 public and privately held companies and over 1,000 attendees spanning institutional investors, financial sponsors, corporate clients, and select members of the press.
"For over two decades, our annual conference has served as a premier networking event for companies and investors to exchange insights while making meaningful, long-lasting connections.
We are pleased our conference sponsors recognize the value of this event and look forward to this year being our best yet," said Andy Moore, CEO of B. Riley Securities.

Record-Breaking Crowd Walking and Rolling for Disability and Veteran/Military-Connected Services

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Giovedì, Maggio 4, 2023

A record-breaking 4,000 attendees gathered to walk, roll, and stroll in support of the nonprofit's life-changing disability and veteran/military-connected services.

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A record-breaking 4,000 attendees gathered to walk, roll, and stroll in support of the nonprofit's life-changing disability and veteran/military-connected services.
For the 9th year in a row, Prosperity Bank presented the 5K family fun walk through the zoo.
Other key sponsors include Quanta Services, Team Industrial Services, Texas Children's Hospital, and Alvarez & Marsal.
After celebrating the stories of the Ambassadors, Ryan, Duncan, and Ethan, the crowd walked and rolled to the starting line.

EY Announces Chris Cochran of FreightWise, LLC as an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2023 Southeast Award Finalist

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Martedì, Maggio 2, 2023

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BRENTWOOD, Tenn., May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) today announced that Chris Cochran, CEO of FreightWise, LLC was named an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2023 Southeast Award finalist. Now in its 37th year, Entrepreneur Of The Year is one of the preeminent competitive business awards for transformative entrepreneurs and leaders of high-growth companies who are building a more equitable, sustainable and prosperous world for all.

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BRENTWOOD, Tenn., May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) today announced that Chris Cochran, CEO of FreightWise, LLC was named an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2023 Southeast Award finalist.
Chris Cochran was selected by an independent panel of judges.
The Entrepreneur Of The Year National Overall Award winner will then move on to compete for the EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ Award in June 2024.
In the Southeast, sponsors also include regional Platinum sponsors, Cresa Global, Inc., Marsh McLennan and Vaco, LLC, regional Gold sponsor, King & Spalding LLP, and regional Silver sponsor, ADP, LLC.

Mubadala to Invest US $500 Million in U.S. Broadband Company Brightspeed, Alongside Apollo Funds

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Martedì, Maggio 2, 2023

CHARLOTTE, N.C. and ABU DHABI, UAE, May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Brightspeed, a U.S.-based broadband and telecommunications services company, and Mubadala Investment Company ("Mubadala"), the Abu Dhabi sovereign investor, today announced that Mubadala will invest US $500 million in Brightspeed.

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CHARLOTTE, N.C. and ABU DHABI, UAE, May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Brightspeed, a U.S.-based broadband and telecommunications services company, and Mubadala Investment Company ("Mubadala"), the Abu Dhabi sovereign investor, today announced that Mubadala will invest US $500 million in Brightspeed.
With this investment, Mubadala will become a minority shareholder alongside investment funds managed by affiliates of Apollo Global Management, Inc. (NYSE: APO) (together with its consolidated subsidiaries, "Apollo").
This transaction also represents Mubadala and Apollo's growing relationship since the expansion of their global strategic partnership in 2022.
To date, CityFibre has enabled connectivity for more than 2 million homes in the UK through its advanced fiber network.

EY Announces Doug Ghertner of IVX Health as an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2023 Southeast Award Finalist

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Lunedì, Maggio 1, 2023

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NASHVILLE, Tenn, May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) recently announced that Doug Ghertner, CEO of IVX Health, was named an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2023 Southeast Award finalist. Now in its 37th year, Entrepreneur Of The Year is one of the preeminent competitive business awards for transformative entrepreneurs and leaders of high-growth companies who are building a more equitable, sustainable and prosperous world for all.

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NASHVILLE, Tenn, May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) recently announced that Doug Ghertner, CEO of IVX Health, was named an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2023 Southeast Award finalist.
"I am incredibly honored to be named a finalist for the Entrepreneur Of The Year award and humbled to be recognized among such an esteemed group of entrepreneurs," said Doug Ghertner, CEO of IVX Health.
"This award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the entire IVX Health team.
The Entrepreneur Of The Year National Overall Award winner will then move on to compete for the EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ Award in June 2024.

RUBIS: Rubis Photosol, Rubis Group subsidiary, announces the signing of its first syndicated corporate loan for an amount of €115 million

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Martedì, Aprile 25, 2023

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Rubis Photosol, a major player in photovoltaic energy production in France, has signed its first syndicated corporate loan with nine banking partners for an amount of €115 million.

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Rubis Photosol, a major player in photovoltaic energy production in France, has signed its first syndicated corporate loan with nine banking partners for an amount of €115 million.
This transaction will enable the Company to bolster its financing structure in order to ramp up the development of new projects in France and abroad.
Redbridge served as strategic adviser to Rubis Photosol while Forex Finance provided advice on rates and hedging.
We wholeheartedly thank our banking partners and all the stakeholders who helped us successfully complete this first market transaction.”