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Bluum Awarded Ranking on CRN Solution Provider 500 List

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Wednesday, June 1, 2022
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PHOENIX, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bluum, North America's leading education technology solutions provider, today announced that it earned a spot on the prestigious "2022 CRN Solution Provider 500"list.

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  • PHOENIX, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bluum, North America's leading education technology solutions provider, today announced that it earned a spot on the prestigious "2022 CRN Solution Provider 500"list.
  • CRN, a brand of The Channel Company, ranks North America's largest solution providers by revenue and serves as the gold standard for recognizing some of the channel's most successful companies on its annual "Solution Provider 500."
  • 59 on the 2022 CRN "Solution Provider 500" list, improving one position from 2021.
  • "We are honored that CRN would include Bluum on a list that features so many distinguished companies,"Bluum CEOErez Pikar said.

CTL Introduces Streamlined Device Repair Portal

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Tuesday, May 24, 2022
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PORTLAND, Ore., May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CTL customers looking to get Chromebooks, Chomeboxes, and other devices repaired will experience an improved process that is faster, gives more control to the users, and provides valuable data to track performance.

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  • CTL worked with Fixably, a leading electronics repair solution, to design an innovative new repair management portal that automates internal and external repair processes.
  • Among other things, the portal improves efficiency by automating as much of the repair process as possible.
  • "We're committed to leading the industry with the best in-warranty and out-of-warranty service, and our new repair portal will contribute to that."
  • For more information about CTL and to purchase CTL products, visit us at ctl.net .

Future Half-Year Earnings Highlight 48% Revenue Growth to $541 Million

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Wednesday, May 18, 2022
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Revenue gains were achieved through a combination of organic growth and acquisitions that included Dennis Publishing brands Kiplinger and The Week.

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  • Revenue gains were achieved through a combination of organic growth and acquisitions that included Dennis Publishing brands Kiplinger and The Week.
  • Much of Futures growth is driven by digital ads, particularly in the US with organic growth of 12%.
  • Revenue from media, including digital advertising and eCommerce, reached $346.5 million globally.
  • This growth means the US now comprises 38% of total Future revenue, hitting $206.9 million in H1 2022.

Bluum CFO Gerelick Honored as 2022 Phoenix Titan 100

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Wednesday, May 11, 2022
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PHOENIX, May 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Bluum, known as North America's leading education technology solutions provider, today announced that CFO Dan Gerelick was named a 2022 Phoenix Titan 100.

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  • PHOENIX, May 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Bluum, known as North America's leading education technology solutions provider, today announced that CFO Dan Gerelick was named a 2022 Phoenix Titan 100.
  • The 2022 Phoenix Titan 100 recognizes Phoenix's Top 100 CEOs and C-level executives in their respective industries.
  • "Dan has been extremely instrumental in helping Bluum expand its business the past few years," Bluum CEO Erez Pikar said.
  • "The Titan 100 are shaping the future of the Phoenix business community by building a distinguished reputation that is unrivaled and preeminent in their field," President of Titan CEO Jaime Zawmon said.

Future Acquires Who What Wear to Further Strengthen Move Into Women’s Lifestyle

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Tuesday, May 10, 2022
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At Future, weve built a strong stable of womens lifestyle brands that connect with audiences across the globe around fashion, beauty, and lifestyle.

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  • At Future, weve built a strong stable of womens lifestyle brands that connect with audiences across the globe around fashion, beauty, and lifestyle.
  • Together, our expertise and synergy is a platform for growth in existing and new audiences, said Zillah Byng-Thorne, Futures CEO.
  • Both Who What Wear and Future place proprietary technology and data at the core of their businesses.
  • Future will bring its comprehensive diversification strategy to Who What Wear, using its proprietary technology to optimize advertising opportunities for brands.

Five Bluum Standouts Honored on CRN 2022 Women of the Channel List

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Monday, May 9, 2022
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Bluum Logistics Manager Christine Bristow, Vice President of Sales Administration Melissa Curtis, Vice President of Marketing & Communications Diane Mitchell, Senior Vice President of Sales Terra Norine and Account Executive Heather Rose are among the talented women that CRN, a brand of The Channel Company, named to its prestigious "2022 Women of the Channel" list.

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  • Bluum Logistics Manager Christine Bristow, Vice President of Sales Administration Melissa Curtis, Vice President of Marketing & Communications Diane Mitchell, Senior Vice President of Sales Terra Norine and Account Executive Heather Rose are among the talented women that CRN, a brand of The Channel Company, named to its prestigious "2022 Women of the Channel" list.
  • Five Bluum executives were featured on the prestigious "2022 CRN Women of the Channel" list.
  • "We are proud to once again recognize the remarkable leaders on this year's Women of the Channel list," Blaine Raddon, CEO of The Channel Company said.
  • CRN's 2022 Women of the Channel list will be featured in the June issue of CRN Magazine and online at www.CRN.com/WOTC .

Somalytics Named Finalist in Fast Company’s 2022 World Changing Ideas Awards for World’s Smallest Nano-Based Capacitive Sensor

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Wednesday, May 4, 2022
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Seattle-based nanotechnology innovator Somalytics Inc. was named a finalist today in Fast Companys 6th annual World Changing Ideas Awards in the On the Rise category .

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  • Seattle-based nanotechnology innovator Somalytics Inc. was named a finalist today in Fast Companys 6th annual World Changing Ideas Awards in the On the Rise category .
  • Somalytics has introduced the worlds smallest nano-based capacitive sensor that can feel human presence.
  • We are thrilled and honored to be recognized by Fast Company as one of its top World Changing Ideas for 2022, said Barbara Barclay , CEO of Somalytics.
  • World Changing Ideas is one of Fast Companys major annual awards programs and is focused on social good, seeking to elevate finished products and brave concepts that make the world better.

Future Publishing Launches TechRadar Gaming

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Wednesday, April 20, 2022
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NEW YORK, April 20, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global digital brand powerhouse Future Publishing announced today the launch of TechRadar Gaming - TRG, a new gaming brand that will leverage TechRadars established authority to become the foremost destination for gaming and hardware opinions.

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  • NEW YORK, April 20, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global digital brand powerhouse Future Publishing announced today the launch of TechRadar Gaming - TRG, a new gaming brand that will leverage TechRadars established authority to become the foremost destination for gaming and hardware opinions.
  • Future has appointed Julian Benson as Editor In Chief to widen Futures reach and engage new gaming audiences, and further rounded out the TRG team with strategic new hires.
  • Shabana Arif joins as Gaming News Editor, Patrick Dane as Gaming Guides Editor, and appointed Adam Vjestica into a key new role as Gaming Hardware Editor.
  • We expect TechRadar Gaming will become one of the primary information resources for this evolving audience of enthusiasts.

WeBrokr Represents WhatCulture In Acquisition By Future Plc

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Tuesday, April 12, 2022
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CINCINNATI, Ohio, April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital publishing M&A firm WeBrokr has successfully advised WhatCulture Ownership on their acquisition by Future Plc. This acquisition will help bolster Future's position in video, most notably on YouTube. With this latest acquisition Future continues to build its authority in the entertainment publishing industry. As a leading brand in the general entertainment publishing sector, WhatCulture has served as one of the most trusted voices in the industry for more than a decade. The online publication covers the latest topics in film, video games, TV shows, geek culture, and comic books on both web and video.

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  • Digital media giant Future Plc's acquisition of WhatCulture was made possible through the Sell-Side advisory services of Cincinnati M&A firm WeBrokr.
  • CINCINNATI, Ohio, April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Digital publishing M&A firm WeBrokr has successfully advised WhatCulture Ownership on their acquisition by Future Plc.
  • We are excited to witness the continued success of WhatCulture under the Future Plc umbrella of brands!"
  • The WhatCulture acquisition by Future Plc was officially announced March 24th, 2022.

Marie Claire Launches On The Record Video Series Made for Social

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Thursday, March 31, 2022
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NEW YORK, March 31, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global digital brand powerhouse Future Publishing announces the launch of a new short-form, true crime video series, On the Record with Marie Claire. Produced by the team at Future’s flagship women’s lifestyle title, Marie Claire, and Future’s video production arm, Future Studios.

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  • NEW YORK, March 31, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global digital brand powerhouse Future Publishing announces the launch of a new short-form, true crime video series, On the Record with Marie Claire.
  • Produced by the team at Futures flagship womens lifestyle title, Marie Claire, and Futures video production arm, Future Studios.
  • On the Record with Marie Claire tells impactful stories of women seeking justice, narrated by Marie Claires editorial team.
  • With On the Record, Future Studios and Marie Claire have developed powerful, dynamic storytelling for an eager audience.