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NFI Announces Chief Financial Officer Transition

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

WINNIPEG, Manitoba, Feb. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (TSX: NFI, OTC: NFYEF, TSX: NFI.DB) NFI Group Inc. (“NFI” or the “Company”), a leading independent global bus and coach manufacturer and a leader in electric mass mobility solutions, announced today that Brian Dewsnup has been appointed as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (“CFO”) of the Company, effective March 1, 2024.

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  • WINNIPEG, Manitoba, Feb. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (TSX: NFI, OTC: NFYEF, TSX: NFI.DB) NFI Group Inc. (“NFI” or the “Company”), a leading independent global bus and coach manufacturer and a leader in electric mass mobility solutions, announced today that Brian Dewsnup has been appointed as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (“CFO”) of the Company, effective March 1, 2024.
  • Pipasu will support the transition and smooth handover to Brian through the second quarter of 2024.
  • Brian subsequently held several positions with NFI, including Executive Vice President of Business Development and then President of NFI Parts.
  • “I’m very excited to have Brian become our next Chief Financial Officer,” said NFI President and Chief Executive Officer Paul Soubry.

CIO Leadership: Brainstorming Between CIOs and Business Tech Leaders on Common Challenges and Opportunities Will Fuel the Discussion at the 15th Annual Dallas C-Level Technology Leadership Summit on April 2

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

The 15th Annual Dallas C-Level Technology Leadership Summit will feature a brainstorming session for CIOs, CISOs and other business technology leaders to collaborate on common challenges and opportunities they face in their roles.

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  • The 15th Annual Dallas C-Level Technology Leadership Summit will feature a brainstorming session for CIOs, CISOs and other business technology leaders to collaborate on common challenges and opportunities they face in their roles.
  • For more information about the 15th Annual C-Level Dallas Technology Leadership Summit and to register, click here .
  • HMG Strategy will also be hosting its 15 th Annual Phoenix C-Level Technology Leadership Summit on March 21.
  • To learn more about the 15th Annual Phoenix C-Level Technology Leadership Summit and to register for the event, click here .

Associated Capital Group, Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year Results

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

In the first quarter of 2024, we completed the distribution of approximately $4.0 million to various organizations selected by our shareholders for our 2023 program.

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  • In the first quarter of 2024, we completed the distribution of approximately $4.0 million to various organizations selected by our shareholders for our 2023 program.
  • Fourth quarter revenues were $5.6 million compared to $7.5 million for the fourth quarter of 2022, based on lower average AUM and lower performance-based fees in 2023.
  • Net investment and other non-operating income was $26.7 million for the fourth quarter, an increase of $7.1 million from the $19.6 million recorded in the year ago quarter, reflecting the appreciation of our equity portfolios in this year’s fourth quarter in addition to interest income in the current quarter.
  • The fourth quarter of 2023 includes a Management fee of $2.4 million versus none in the fourth quarter of 2022 due to losses.

Fathom Holdings Partners with Constellation1 to Support Nationwide Data Expansion

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

LAGUNA BEACH, Calif., Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Constellation1, a leading provider of technology and data services to the real estate and mortgage industries has been selected by Fathom Holdings Inc. ("Fathom"), a national, technology-driven, end-to-end real estate services platform integrating residential brokerage, mortgage, title, insurance, and SaaS offerings to brokerages and agents to provide nationwide data aggregation and compliance services.

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  • Prior to its partnership with Constellation1, Fathom managed data services in-house.
  • Constellation1's foundation in data services and nearly three decades of experience in managing comprehensive data services, MLS relationships and complex compliance requirements were the deciding factors for Fathom to partner with Constellation1," stated Marco Fregenal, Fathom Holdings, Inc. Chief Executive Officer.
  • "As a leader, themselves, in MLS data aggregation, we're thrilled to be working with the team at Fathom," said Brant Morwald, President of Constellation1.
  • In addition to the partnership with Fathom Holdings Inc., Constellation1 recently partnered with Engel & Völkers , HSF Affiliates LLC , the parent company of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, and Redfin , to power their national expansions through data services.

If you sold a home and paid a commission to a real estate agent, you may be a part of class action settlements totaling $208.5 Million

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

Defendants include The National Association of Realtors ("NAR") and the following large real estate brokerage firms: Anywhere, RE/MAX, Keller Williams, and Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices.

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  • Defendants include The National Association of Realtors ("NAR") and the following large real estate brokerage firms: Anywhere, RE/MAX, Keller Williams, and Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices.
  • Both sides agree that by settling, Anywhere, RE/MAX, and Keller Williams are not admitting any liability or that they did anything wrong.
  • The settlements also resolve claims against Anywhere, RE/MAX, and Keller Williams raised in at least two other lawsuits: Moehrl et al.
  • 1:19-cv-01610-ARW (Northern District of Illinois); and Nosalek v. MLS Property Information Network, Inc., et al., Case No.

Boring Tools Market to grow by USD 1.40 billion from 2022 to 2027, Carbide materials for boring tools are emerging trends - Technavio

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

Carbide materials for boring tools are emerging trends.

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  • Carbide materials for boring tools are emerging trends.
  • Meeting customer demands for high-quality products with reduced lead times, organizations deploy tools like boring, milling, drilling, and tapping tools.
  • Allied Machine and Engineering Corp. - The company offers boring tools such as Wohlhaupter special boring tools.
  • The cutting tool inserts market is estimated to grow by USD 2,046.36 million at a CAGR of 5.93% between 2022 and 2027.

Buffini & Company Launches New Series, The Curious CEO, Featuring Interviews with Top Real Estate Industry Leaders

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Thursday, February 1, 2024

The inaugural episode spotlighted Gino Blefari, the CEO of HomeServices of America, the country’s largest residential real estate brokerage company based on closed transactions.

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  • The inaugural episode spotlighted Gino Blefari, the CEO of HomeServices of America, the country’s largest residential real estate brokerage company based on closed transactions.
  • Blefari also presides as chairman of HSF Affiliates LLC, which operates the global Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices franchise network.
  • “The Curious CEO” promises a series of intimate conversations between Dermot Buffini and leading figures in business.
  • He is truly an icon in the industry and we are certain that this interview will both entertain and inspire our listeners.”

CIO Leadership: Reskilling and Upskilling the Tech Workforce for the GenAI-enabled Enterprise will Pepper the Discussion at the 15th Annual Phoenix C-Level Technology Leadership Summit on March 21

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

Hot topics to be explored at the 15 th Annual Phoenix C-Level Technology Leadership Summit will include the steps needed to reskill and upskill technology professionals to help drive Generative AI-related projects.

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  • Hot topics to be explored at the 15 th Annual Phoenix C-Level Technology Leadership Summit will include the steps needed to reskill and upskill technology professionals to help drive Generative AI-related projects.
  • To learn more about the 15th Annual Phoenix C-Level Technology Leadership Summit and to register for the event, click here .
  • The theme of the summit is ‘Visionary Global Leadership: Thriving Securely in the Age of Accelerated Innovation’.
  • To learn more about the 16th Annual Silicon Valley Global Innovation Summit and to register for the event, click here .

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties’ President and CEO DeAnn Golden Ranks in Swanepoel’s Power 200

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Friday, February 2, 2024

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties (BHHSGA) is pleased to announce that President and CEO, DeAnn Golden, recently ranked in the top 200 and 39th among Women Executives.

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  • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties (BHHSGA) is pleased to announce that President and CEO, DeAnn Golden, recently ranked in the top 200 and 39th among Women Executives.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240202880418/en/
    DeAnn Golden, President and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties (Photo: Business Wire)
    Golden leads Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties 1500 sales associates across 28 Georgia locations.
  • With 29 years of experience, DeAnn excels in leadership, training, coaching, and marketing, driving innovation and success in the industry.
  • A graduate of Tulane University, she holds an MBA from University of Georgia in Real Estate, Strategic Management and Marketing.

AM Best Affirms Credit Ratings of Capital Indemnity Corporation and Its Subsidiaries

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Friday, February 2, 2024

The outlook of these Credit Ratings (ratings) is stable.

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  • The outlook of these Credit Ratings (ratings) is stable.
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  • AM Best is a global credit rating agency, news publisher and data analytics provider specializing in the insurance industry.