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DataBank Establishes $725 Million Financing to Support the Next Phase of Expansion

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

DALLAS, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- DataBank, a leading provider of enterprise-class edge colocation, interconnection, and managed cloud services, announced today that it has established a new $725 million credit facility with which to finance its ongoing and future data center construction projects. 

Key Points: 
  • Flexible financing vehicle will allow company to accelerate construction projects to meet surging demand for data center capacity driven by A.I.
  • The new capital will fund ongoing expansion in existing markets including on its campuses in New York, Denver, Minneapolis, Salt Lake City, and Dallas.
  • The financing provides an attractively priced source of capital that is a long-term and scalable solution to meet accelerating demand for capacity within DataBank's footprint.
  • This also will represent DataBank's second green financing, following closely on the heels of the February 2024 Green Bond.

Chris Meredith Joins J.P. Morgan Asset Management Solutions as CIO of Tax Smart Strategies

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

NEW YORK, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- J.P. Morgan Asset Management today announced that Chris Meredith is joining as Chief Investment Officer (CIO) - Tax-Smart Strategies.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- J.P. Morgan Asset Management today announced that Chris Meredith is joining as Chief Investment Officer (CIO) - Tax-Smart Strategies.
  • Mr. Meredith joins J.P. Morgan Asset Management at a time where advisors and their clients are prioritizing seamless, digital-first experiences.
  • As CIO of Tax-Smart Strategies, Mr. Meredith will also partner closely to develop new products and capabilities with 55ip, J.P. Morgan Asset Management's tax-smart technology platform.
  • "I'm incredibly excited to join J.P. Morgan Asset Management Solutions as CIO of Tax-Smart Strategies," added Mr. Meredith.

PuroClean Continues to Grow Franchise Network with Nationwide Expansion

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Monday, April 8, 2024

TAMARAC, Fla., April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PuroClean, one of the country's leading property restoration and remediation franchises, is thrilled to announce the addition of eight new franchise offices across five states in Q1 of 2024. This strategic expansion reinforces PuroClean's commitment to nationwide excellence and dedication to delivering top-tier services and support to diverse communities. PuroClean has kicked off 2024 with numerous honorable accolades, and the momentum continues as the brand secures prominent rankings in Franchise Direct's Top Global Franchises listing and beyond. 

Key Points: 
  • This strategic expansion reinforces PuroClean's commitment to nationwide excellence and dedication to delivering top-tier services and support to diverse communities.
  • PuroClean has kicked off 2024 with numerous honorable accolades, and the momentum continues as the brand secures prominent rankings in Franchise Direct's Top Global Franchises listing and beyond.
  • "We are thrilled to welcome our newest franchise owners to the PuroClean family," said Steve White, President and COO of PuroClean.
  • As PuroClean continues its rapid expansion across the nation, the brand's goal remains focused as it approaches the 500th unit mark, projected for the end of Q3.

Weibo to Hold Annual General Meeting on May 22, 2024

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Monday, April 8, 2024

BEIJING, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Weibo Corporation (the "Weibo" or "Company") (Nasdaq: WB and HKEX: 9898), China's leading social media platform, today published a notice to announce that it will hold an annual general meeting (the "AGM") of shareholders (the "Notice of AGM") at 5809-5810, Two International Finance Centre, 8th Finance Street, Central, Hong Kong on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 2:00 p.m.(Hong Kong time), for the purposes of considering and, if thought fit, passing the Proposed Resolutions set forth in the Notice of AGM.

Key Points: 
  • BEIJING, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Weibo Corporation (the "Weibo" or "Company") (Nasdaq: WB and HKEX: 9898), China's leading social media platform, today published a notice to announce that it will hold an annual general meeting (the "AGM") of shareholders (the "Notice of AGM") at 5809-5810, Two International Finance Centre, 8th Finance Street, Central, Hong Kong on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 2:00 p.m.(Hong Kong time), for the purposes of considering and, if thought fit, passing the Proposed Resolutions set forth in the Notice of AGM.
  • The Notice of AGM and proxy card for the AGM are available on the Company's website at ir.weibo.com .
  • The board of directors of Weibo fully supports the proposed resolutions listed in the Notice of AGM and recommends that shareholders and holders of ADSs vote in favor of the resolutions set out in the Notice of AGM.
  • Holders of record of ordinary shares of the Company at the close of business on April 23, 2024, Hong Kong time, are entitled to attend and vote at the AGM and any adjourned meeting thereof.

Granite Creek Capital Partners Announces Investment in Sayres to Support its Acquisition of Global Systems Technologies, Inc.

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Monday, March 25, 2024

CHICAGO, March 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Granite Creek Capital Partners, L.L.C., a private investment firm based in Chicago, today announced a debt and equity investment in Sayres Defense (Sayres), a provider of defense support, engineering, and technical assistance services to U.S. government agencies worldwide, in support of its acquisition of Global Systems Technologies, Inc. (GST).

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, March 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Granite Creek Capital Partners, L.L.C., a private investment firm based in Chicago, today announced a debt and equity investment in Sayres Defense (Sayres), a provider of defense support, engineering, and technical assistance services to U.S. government agencies worldwide, in support of its acquisition of Global Systems Technologies, Inc. (GST).
  • In June 2023, Sayres acquired Joint Research and Development (JRAD), a provider of test and evaluation, acquisition analysis, and science and technology support services.
  • The acquisition of GST broadens JRAD’s existing systems engineering and technical assistance capabilities and customer base.
  • “This acquisition marks an exciting new chapter for Sayres,” said Brad Batten, Managing Partner at Broadtree.

US Financial 15 Split Corp. Preferred Dividend Declared

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Monday, March 18, 2024

TORONTO, March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- US Financial 15 Split Corp ("US Financial 15") declares its monthly distribution of $0.05292 for each Preferred share, or 10.00% annually based on the previous month end net asset value.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- US Financial 15 Split Corp ("US Financial 15") declares its monthly distribution of $0.05292 for each Preferred share, or 10.00% annually based on the previous month end net asset value.
  • Distributions are payable April 10, 2024 to shareholders on record as at March 28, 2024.
  • US Financial 15 invests in a portfolio consisting of 15 U.S. financial services companies as follows: American Express, Bank of America, Bank of New York Mellon Corp., Citigroup, CME Group Inc., Fifth Third Bancorp, The Goldman Sachs Group, J.P. Morgan Chase & Co., Morgan Stanley, PNC Financial Services Group Inc., Regions Financial Corp., State Street Corp., SunTrust Banks, U.S. Bancorp, and Wells Fargo.

North American Financial 15 Split Corp. Monthly Dividend Declaration for Class A & Preferred Share

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Monday, March 18, 2024

TORONTO, March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- North American Financial 15 Split Corp. (The "Company") declares its regular monthly distribution of $0.11335 for each Class A share ($1.3602 annualized) and $0.07917 for each Preferred share ($0.950 annually).

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- North American Financial 15 Split Corp. (The "Company") declares its regular monthly distribution of $0.11335 for each Class A share ($1.3602 annualized) and $0.07917 for each Preferred share ($0.950 annually).
  • Distributions are payable April 10, 2024 to shareholders on record as at March 28, 2024.
  • Since inception Class A shareholders have received a total of $16.27 per share and Preferred shareholders have received a total of $10.98 per share inclusive of this distribution, for a combined total of $27.25.
  • The Company invests in a high quality portfolio consisting of 15 financial services companies made up of Canadian and U.S. issuers as follows: Bank of Montreal, The Bank of Nova Scotia, Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce, Royal Bank of Canada, Toronto-Dominion Bank, National Bank of Canada, Manulife Financial Corporation, Sun Life Financial, Great-West Lifeco, CI Financial Corp, Bank of America, Citigroup Inc., Goldman Sachs Group, JP Morgan Chase & Co. and Wells Fargo & Co.

Financial 15 Split Corp. Monthly Dividend Declaration for Class A & Preferred Share

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Monday, March 18, 2024

TORONTO, March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Financial 15 Split Corp. ("Financial 15") declares its regular monthly distribution of $0.12570 for each Class A share ($1.51 annualized) and $0.07708 for each Preferred share ($0.925 annually).

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Financial 15 Split Corp. ("Financial 15") declares its regular monthly distribution of $0.12570 for each Class A share ($1.51 annualized) and $0.07708 for each Preferred share ($0.925 annually).
  • Distributions are payable April 10, 2024 to shareholders on record as at March 28, 2024.
  • Since inception Class A shareholders have received a total of $25.43 per share and Preferred shareholders have received a total of $11.43 per share inclusive of this distribution, for a combined total of $36.86.
  • Financial 15 invests in a high quality portfolio consisting of 15 financial services companies made up of Canadian and U.S. issuers as follows: Bank of Montreal, The Bank of Nova Scotia, Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce, Royal Bank of Canada, Toronto-Dominion Bank, National Bank of Canada, Manulife Financial Corporation, Sun Life Financial, Great-West Lifeco, CI Financial Corp, Bank of America, Citigroup Inc., Goldman Sachs Group, JP Morgan Chase & Co. and Wells Fargo & Co.

UNCF 80th Anniversary Gala in Boston Raises More than $750K to Support HBCUs and Students

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

BOSTON, M.A., March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- March 7 brought resounding success for students of color across New England and the United States.

Key Points: 
  • BOSTON, M.A., March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- March 7 brought resounding success for students of color across New England and the United States.
  • Thanks to the New England UNCF (United Negro College Fund) 80th Anniversary “A Mind Is…” Gala, UNCF raised more than $750,000 to further its mission of supporting historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and helping as many deserving students to get to and through college as it can.
  • The 80th anniversary event not only commemorated UNCF's rich legacy, but also emphasized its unwavering commitment to building better futures for all.
  • UNCF will continue its year-long 80th anniversary celebration in New England with a series of events that will continue to honor its legacy and transform the future for generations of minority students.

North American Financial 15 Split Corp. Extends Termination Date

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

TORONTO, March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- North American Financial 15 Split Corp. (the “Company”) is pleased to announce it will extend the termination date of the Company a further five year period from December 1, 2024 to December 1, 2029.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- North American Financial 15 Split Corp. (the “Company”) is pleased to announce it will extend the termination date of the Company a further five year period from December 1, 2024 to December 1, 2029.
  • Since inception of the Company Class A shareholders have received monthly distributions totaling $16.16 per share.
  • Holders of the FFN.PR.A Preferred Shares (“Preferred Shares”) are expected to continue to benefit from cumulative preferential monthly distributions.
  • The Preferred shareholders have received a total of $10.90 per share since inception.