Ann Arbor, Michigan

NSF International Appoints John Rowley and Angelo Petrillo Vice Presidents of Food and Business Development

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Monday, October 19, 2020

ANN ARBOR, Mich., Oct. 19, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, NSF International, a global public health organization, announced the hiring of John Rowley as Vice President, Global Food Division and Angelo Petrillo as Vice President, Business Development.

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  • ANN ARBOR, Mich., Oct. 19, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, NSF International, a global public health organization, announced the hiring of John Rowley as Vice President, Global Food Division and Angelo Petrillo as Vice President, Business Development.
  • As Vice President of the Global Food Division, Rowley will oversee NSFs extensive suite of food safety, quality and product certification services.
  • As Vice President of Business Development, Petrillo will lead a global sales team, supporting thousands of customers and expanding opportunities across NSFs businesses worldwide.
  • Together they bring nearly 50 years of international experience growing businesses and navigating complex organizational structures and challenging business climates.

Esperion to Report Third Quarter 2020 Financial Results November 2, 2020

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Monday, October 19, 2020

ANN ARBOR, Mich., Oct. 19, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Esperion (NASDAQ: ESPR), today announced it will report third quarter 2020 financial results after the close of the U.S. financial markets on Monday, November 2, 2020.

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  • ANN ARBOR, Mich., Oct. 19, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Esperion (NASDAQ: ESPR), today announced it will report third quarter 2020 financial results after the close of the U.S. financial markets on Monday, November 2, 2020.
  • Following the release, company management will host a webcast and conference call at 4:30 p.m.
  • ET to discuss financial results and business progress.
  • A live audio webcast can be accessed on the investor and media section of the Esperion website at investor.esperion.com.

Fifth Eye, HT Mobile Apps, Poisera and Plymouth Growth Give Back to the Community by Joining the Ann Arbor Entrepreneurs Fund

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Wednesday, October 14, 2020

Poisera , based in Ann Arbor, helps moms cultivate resilience in pregnancy and postpartum using a chatbot that delivers the right support at the right time.

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  • Poisera , based in Ann Arbor, helps moms cultivate resilience in pregnancy and postpartum using a chatbot that delivers the right support at the right time.
  • Also joining A2EF in making a pledge to the community, is Evan Ufer, Partner at Plymouth Growth.
  • Poisera, Plymouth Growth, Fifth Eye and HT Mobile Apps join a growing number of startup founders and venture investors who are committing portions of their future business success back to the community through the Ann Arbor Entrepreneurs Fund.
  • Ann Arbor Entrepreneurs Fund (A2EF) was founded in 2019 to foster startup and community growth in Washtenaw County.

Ann Arbor SPARK Hosts Annual Meeting, Details 2019 Results and Efforts to Support Businesses During COVID

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Tuesday, September 22, 2020

At its annual meeting, Ann Arbor SPARK presented the results of its work in 2019 as well as its work to-date to support the business community during COVID-19.

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  • At its annual meeting, Ann Arbor SPARK presented the results of its work in 2019 as well as its work to-date to support the business community during COVID-19.
  • In its annual report , Ann Arbor SPARK announced the following results for 2019:
    Thirty-one company growth projects that generated $132 million in new investment commitments, 534 new jobs, and nearly 1200 retained jobs.
  • More than $1 million invested in 11 early stage companies through the Michigan Angel Fund, which is administered by Ann Arbor SPARK.
  • Ann Arbor SPARKs annual meeting is sponsored by DTE Foundation, Comcast Business, First Martin Corporation, Bank of Ann Arbor, PNC Bank, Toyota, Yeo & Yeo, Comerica, Consumers Energy, Destination Ann Arbor, ITC Michigan, J.S.

LLamasoft Named Ann Arbor SPARK FastTrack Winner for Thirteenth Consecutive Year

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Tuesday, September 22, 2020

LLamasoft , the leading provider of AI-powered supply chain analytics software to the world's leading brands is proud to announce that it has been named a FastTrack winner by Ann Arbor SPARK for 2020.

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  • LLamasoft , the leading provider of AI-powered supply chain analytics software to the world's leading brands is proud to announce that it has been named a FastTrack winner by Ann Arbor SPARK for 2020.
  • "We say it every year it seems but it stays true and gets more impressive each year: LLamasoft has won a FastTrack Award for 13 consecutive years which is an unprecedented achievement in the 20+ year history of the awards, said Alex West, Director of Research at Ann Arbor SPARK.
  • The Ann Arbor SPARK FastTrack awards are presented to companies displaying a significant record of growth.
  • We are honored to be recognized by Ann Arbor SPARK as a FastTrack company, said Sandra Moran, LLamasofts Chief Marketing Officer.

 Regional Companies Celebrated for Remarkable Growth at Annual a2Tech360 FastTrack Awards

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Monday, September 21, 2020

Kicking off a2Tech360, Ann Arbor SPARK presented its 22nd annual FastTrack Awards to 19 companies located in Washtenaw and Livingston counties.

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  • Kicking off a2Tech360, Ann Arbor SPARK presented its 22nd annual FastTrack Awards to 19 companies located in Washtenaw and Livingston counties.
  • FastTrack Awards are presented to companies with consistent and substantial records of growth.
  • Rehmann is the 2020 Ann Arbor SPARK FastTrack Awards accounting partner and verified all of the award applications.
  • FastTrack Award winners were recognized on Friday, September 18, during a virtual celebration and supported by presenting sponsor Northstar Bank.

DaySmart Software Named FastTrack Award Winner for Second Consecutive Year

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Monday, September 21, 2020

DaySmart Software, the leading provider of business management software supporting small business growth, today announced that it was recognized as a 2020 FastTrack Award winner by Ann Arbor SPARK for its remarkable growth over the last three years.

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  • DaySmart Software, the leading provider of business management software supporting small business growth, today announced that it was recognized as a 2020 FastTrack Award winner by Ann Arbor SPARK for its remarkable growth over the last three years.
  • The annual FastTrack Awards honors gazelle companies headquartered in Washtenaw or Livingston counties.
  • We are humbled to be recognized with a FastTrack Award for the second consecutive year and we plan to be a part of this community for many more!
  • The company has been named to the Inc. 5000 list for ten consecutive years.

More than 50 Ann Arbor Tech Companies to Virtually Open Doors to Community, Job Seekers

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Thursday, September 10, 2020

While nothing can replace the first-hand experience of past Tech Treks, this years virtual program provides many unexpected benefits, said Paul Krutko, Ann Arbor SPARK president and CEO.

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  • While nothing can replace the first-hand experience of past Tech Treks, this years virtual program provides many unexpected benefits, said Paul Krutko, Ann Arbor SPARK president and CEO.
  • Many of the participating companies are hiring and attendees who register as job seekers will receive instructions for how to participate in the specially curated Job Seeker Trek.
  • During the Job Seeker Trek, job seekers can log into open sessions and speak with company representatives about employment opportunities, company culture, and more.
  • One of the traditions that Ann Arbor SPARK will continue for the virtual 2020 Tech Trek is the free t-shirt to participating attendees.

Fourth Annual Tech Talk Goes Virtual on September 25

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Thursday, September 3, 2020

This fall, Ann Arbor SPARK will present its fourth annual Tech Talk as part of the a2Tech360 series of events.

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  • This fall, Ann Arbor SPARK will present its fourth annual Tech Talk as part of the a2Tech360 series of events.
  • The free, virtual program features inspiring TED-style talks from some of Ann Arbors most interesting and impactful business leaders.
  • Immediately following Tech Talk is the final installment of Invest360 , a new addition to the a2Tech360 series of events.
  • These three chosen companies will then virtually pitch after Tech Talk for the chance to win the Peoples Choice vote and an additional $50,000.

First Nation Group Partners With Nevoa Inc.

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Tuesday, September 1, 2020
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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20200901005058/en/
    First Nation Group partners with Nevoa Inc., the manufacturers of Nimbus, a disinfecting robot.
  • Were excited to partner with First Nation Group to distribute this life-saving technology to Government healthcare facilities serving our Veterans and military.
  • For more information on the Nimbus robot, please contact First Nation Group, the authorized government distributor, at www.firstnationgroup.com .
  • First Nation Group is headquartered in Niceville, Florida, with administrative offices in Fort Myers, Ann Arbor, and suburban Philadelphia.