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Texas Foodservice Industry Surpasses $100 Billion in Sales for the First Time as State's Largest Private Sector Employer

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Face, TRA, National Restaurant Association, COVID-19, Education, Private sector, Restaurant, Economics

AUSTIN, Texas, March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- According to the latest data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Texas foodservice industry has achieved two major milestones, crossing the $100 billion sales threshold for the first time and graduating to the largest private sector employer in the state, surpassing the healthcare industry. These milestones and new data collected from a diverse group of restaurants across Texas reflect the resiliency of the industry that continues to grapple with the economic shock waves caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Key Points: 
  • AUSTIN, Texas, March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- According to the latest data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Texas foodservice industry has achieved two major milestones, crossing the $100 billion sales threshold for the first time and graduating to the largest private sector employer in the state, surpassing the healthcare industry.
  • At the same time, small businesses continue to lead the industry with 91% of Texas restaurants employing fewer than 50 people.
  • Texas has 56,739 restaurant locations driving $106.8 billion in annual sales.
  • A recent survey conducted by the Texas Restaurant Association underscores that restaurants are making these gains despite inflation and worker shortages.

Xponential Fitness, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Financial Results

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
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Xponential Fitness, Inc. (NYSE: XPOF) (“Xponential” or the “Company”), the largest global franchisor of health and wellness brands, today reported financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Xponential Fitness, Inc. (NYSE: XPOF) (“Xponential” or the “Company”), the largest global franchisor of health and wellness brands, today reported financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2023.
  • Reported Adjusted EBITDA4 of $30.7 million, an increase of 38%, compared to $22.2 million.
  • The Company will host a conference call today at 1:30 p.m. Pacific Time / 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time to discuss its fourth quarter and full year 2023 financial results.
  • ET on March, 14, 2024, by dialing 1-844-512-2921 (United States) or 1-412-317-6671 (International) and entering the replay pin number: 13743169.

Vistra Reports Full-Year 2023 Results, Announces Expected Closing of Energy Harbor Transaction On March 1, 2024

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
Acquisition, Inflation, FirstEnergy, TCFD, Investment, Coal, Webcast, Task force, Electricity, Energy, TRA, FERC, Renewable energy

IRVING, Texas, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Vistra Corp. (NYSE: VST) today reported its full-year 2023 financial results and other highlights.

Key Points: 
  • As of Feb. 23, 2024, Vistra has hedged approximately 99% of its expected generation volumes for the balance of 2024 and approximately 87% for 2025.
  • Vistra had ~348 million shares outstanding, representing a ~28% reduction of the amount of the shares outstanding on Nov. 2, 2021.
  • On Nov. 6, 2023, Vistra published its 2023 Climate Report in accordance with the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) framework.
  • Vistra intends to remain strategic and disciplined with respect to the timing of investments in renewables and energy storage projects.

New digital maturity framework launched by BSI to help ensure public services are inclusive, accessible and efficient

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
Telecommunications, COVID-19, TDRA, Education, Investment, Pension, Health, BSI, Digital, Government, Organization, Acceleration, TRA, Communication, Partnership, Cryptocurrency

The maturity model was developed by BSI, in partnership with the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) and the Digital Government, which serves as the governmental facilitator of digital transformation initiatives in the country.

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  • The maturity model was developed by BSI, in partnership with the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) and the Digital Government, which serves as the governmental facilitator of digital transformation initiatives in the country.
  • BSI's new digital maturity framework aims to inspire leaders of government organizations (including departments, agencies and publicly funded programmes and service providers) to accelerate progress on digital transformation in order to improve efficiency, transparency and overall effectiveness throughout operations.
  • PAS 2009 provides guidance on measuring and increasing the digital maturity of government organizations.
  • Developed in partnership with the UAE's Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA), it is based on the UAE Digital Government Maturity Model and is consistent with similar frameworks.

ZoomInfo Announces Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2023 Financial Results

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Monday, February 12, 2024
Software, Search Engine Marketing, Marketing, Data Management, Communications, Small Business, Professional Services, Technology, Acquisition, PIN, Call, Risk, Annual report, Telephone, Investment, ZoomInfo, Net income, Ratio, ACV, GAAP, Tax, Security (finance), TRA, Bank statement

Following the conference call, an archived webcast of the call will be available for one year on ZoomInfo’s Investor Relations website.

Key Points: 
  • Following the conference call, an archived webcast of the call will be available for one year on ZoomInfo’s Investor Relations website.
  • This information should be read only in conjunction with our consolidated financial statements prepared in accordance with GAAP.
  • We expect the variability of these excluded items may have a significant, and potentially unpredictable, impact on our future GAAP financial results.
  • Therefore, we cannot assure you that actual results will not differ materially from those expressed or implied by our forward-looking statements.

DELICE NETWORK ADDS THIRD US CITY - SAN ANTONIO, TX - TO ITS PRESTIGIOUS LIST OF 25 INTERNATIONAL CULINARY PARTNERSHIPS

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Monday, January 22, 2024
UNESCO, Food, City, Partnership, Military medicine, Veteran, TRA, World Heritage Site, Information technology, Health, Economic development, Creative industries

San Antonio, TX, Jan. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- San Antonio was admitted as a member of the prestigious Délice Network, joining only 25 other cities in the world as part of this international organization.

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  • San Antonio, TX, Jan. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- San Antonio was admitted as a member of the prestigious Délice Network, joining only 25 other cities in the world as part of this international organization.
  • San Antonio joins Tucson and Chicago as the only three U.S. cities with membership in the network.
  • "Being accepted into this international professional network is a tremendous honor for our city,” said San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg.
  • “Membership in this global network builds upon San Antonio’s UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy designation, and further positions San Antonio as a global culinary capital,” said Colleen Swain, Director of the City of San Antonio World Heritage Office.

MindBridge Marks 2023 with Significant Investment, New Executives, Strong Top-Line Results and over 100 Billion Financial Entries Scored

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024
SecurityScorecard, Madden, CFO, Clearing house (finance), Eastern United States, Sale, TRA, Acquisition, CMO, USD, Marketing, Servoy, Growth

With over 100 billion risk-scored financial entries, the company has demonstrated that AI-powered auditing has reached a tipping point.

Key Points: 
  • With over 100 billion risk-scored financial entries, the company has demonstrated that AI-powered auditing has reached a tipping point.
  • In addition, Mindbridge recorded record revenue results in 2023, including significant expansions in the customer base and Fortune 100 new customers.
  • MindBridge reached a significant performance milestone in 2023, with over 100 billion financial entries scored by MindBridge AIÔ, the company's powerful AI-driven financial risk discovery platform.
  • I'm delighted to join such a talented team and further our position as the leader in financial risk discovery," said Maziarz.

Barrick Named Tanzania’s Employer of the Year

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023
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DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania, Dec. 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Barrick Gold Corporation (NYSE:GOLD) (TSX:ABX) – The North Mara Gold Mine has been crowned Employer of the Year at the prestigious 2023 Association of Tanzania Employers (ATE) Awards ceremony.

Key Points: 
  • DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania, Dec. 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Barrick Gold Corporation (NYSE:GOLD) (TSX:ABX) – The North Mara Gold Mine has been crowned Employer of the Year at the prestigious 2023 Association of Tanzania Employers (ATE) Awards ceremony.
  • North Mara is operated by Barrick and is jointly owned with the Tanzanian Government through Twiga Minerals Corporation.
  • These accolades include Overall Private Sector Employer (North Mara mine), Best Corporate Social Responsibility (North Mara mine), Excellence in Crisis Management (Bulyanhulu mine), second runner-up for Local Content (North Mara mine), and the esteemed title of Best Large Organisation Employer of the Year (North Mara mine).
  • Notably, in the preceding year, Barrick North Mara also received the esteemed Largest Taxpayer Award, further highlighting its consistent contributions and compliance in taxation.

Texas Restaurant Association encourages the public to buy “fries not ties,” “tacos not towels” and more this giving season

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023
National Restaurant Association, Workforce, Protein, Restaurant, Holiday, Cooking, TRA

According to data from the National Restaurant Association, 62% of adults would like to receive a restaurant gift card.

Key Points: 
  • According to data from the National Restaurant Association, 62% of adults would like to receive a restaurant gift card.
  • “A gift card to a local restaurant is a great way to give an unforgettable experience to a loved one this holiday season.” Emily Williams Knight, Ed.D, president and CEO of the Texas Restaurant Association, said.
  • “The holidays are a time when we prioritize being together and enjoying delicious food.” Tony Abruscato, chief marketing officer of the Texas Restaurant Association, said.
  • Formed in 1937, the Texas Restaurant Association serves as the advocate and indispensable resource for the foodservice industry in Texas.

Taiwan Advances Scientific and Technological Education, Capitalizing on Its Semiconductor Industry Clout

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Thursday, December 14, 2023
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TAIPEI, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Taiwan, known as Formosa for its beautiful scenery, has become an important partner in the global semiconductor industry chain in recent years. The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) pointed out that Taiwan's semiconductor market share ranks among the top five in the world. In addition to developing technology, Taiwan's semiconductor industry chain also responds to the international STEM trend by promoting science popularization activities. Taiwan's famous science popularization activity "The Taiwan Science Circle Island Train" has been promoted for 8 years. Government has teamed up a wide array of scientific research institutions, private sectors, and non-profit organizations (NPOs) with Taiwan Railways Administration (TRA) to create 330 scientific experiments that can be carried out on a moving train. While the train is in motion, with high school students leading elementary school students to experience scientific principles. In 2023, they introduced a program with eight major areas of focus: net zero carbon emissions, green sustainability, cybersecurity networks, artificial intelligence (AI), precision health, space technology, semiconductors, quantum technology, and basic science. The popularization has won 12,000 primary school students in Taiwan. The students responded enthusiastically and completed an intellectual and interesting scientific exploration journey.

Key Points: 
  • TAIPEI, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Taiwan, known as Formosa for its beautiful scenery, has become an important partner in the global semiconductor industry chain in recent years.
  • The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) pointed out that Taiwan's semiconductor market share ranks among the top five in the world.
  • In addition to developing technology, Taiwan's semiconductor industry chain also responds to the international STEM trend by promoting science popularization activities.
  • Taiwan's famous science popularization activity "The Taiwan Science Circle Island Train" has been promoted for 8 years.