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Acuity Trading's AssetIQ set to revolutionise online trading experience

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Thursday, September 8, 2022
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LONDON, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Acuity Trading today launched their latest online trading tool and broker offering, AssetIQ.

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  • LONDON, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Acuity Trading today launched their latest online trading tool and broker offering, AssetIQ.
  • This multi-indicator analysis is revolutionising the online trading experience for traders around the world, helping them to make quicker and more informed decisions.
  • Acuity Trading, Product Manager Vlad Novopoltsev said,"Multi-asset data tools like AssetIQ require extensive data and analytical processing power.
  • Acuity Trading revolutionised the online trading experience for millions of investors with the introduction of visual news and sentiment tools in 2013.

Acuity Trading's AssetIQ set to revolutionise online trading experience

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, September 8, 2022
Science and technology in Asia, Technology, Research, Fundamental, Sentiment, API, Acuity, News, CRM, HTML5, Automation, Retail, Sales

LONDON, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Acuity Trading today launched their latest online trading tool and broker offering, AssetIQ.

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Acuity Trading today launched their latest online trading tool and broker offering, AssetIQ.
  • This multi-indicator analysis is revolutionising the online trading experience for traders around the world, helping them to make quicker and more informed decisions.
  • Acuity Trading, Product Manager Vlad Novopoltsev said,"Multi-asset data tools like AssetIQ require extensive data and analytical processing power.
  • Acuity Trading revolutionised the online trading experience for millions of investors with the introduction of visual news and sentiment tools in 2013.

Acuity Brands Appoints Philippe Brzusczak as Senior Vice President, Corporate Development and Strategy

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Wednesday, September 7, 2022
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Atlanta, Sept. 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) ("Acuity" or the "Company"), a market-leading industrial technology company, today announced the appointment of Philippe Brzusczak, Senior Vice President, Corporate Development and Strategy, to its executive leadership team.

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  • Atlanta, Sept. 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) ("Acuity" or the "Company"), a market-leading industrial technology company, today announced the appointment of Philippe Brzusczak, Senior Vice President, Corporate Development and Strategy, to its executive leadership team.
  • Brzusczak is a proven leader and global corporate finance expert with a successful record of identifying investments and M&A opportunities for global organizations.
  • Before joining Acuity, he was Vice President at J.P. Morgan's Investment Bank, serving in the Diversified Industries Group.
  • We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management systems, and location-aware applications.

Acuity International Awarded U.S. Air Force Contract to Support Iraq F-16 Base Operations

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Wednesday, August 24, 2022
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The work will be performed under a $127M contract action awarded by the U.S. Air Force.

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  • The work will be performed under a $127M contract action awarded by the U.S. Air Force.
  • Formally awarded to Sallyport Global Holdings, an Acuity company, the contract work will be carried out through Jan. 30, 2023, at the Martyr Brigadier General Ali Flaih Air Base in Iraq.
  • Acuity has a long history of supporting our armed forces, including the U.S. Air Force, overseas and we look forward to continuing our important work providing essential services and support to the Iraqi Air Force F-16 program, said Tony Corbi, CEO of Acuity International.
  • Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is the contracting Activity (FA8630-22-C-6006).

Acuity International Announces Appointment of New CEO

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Monday, August 8, 2022
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Bob led a significant reshaping of Acuity Internationals core business strategy through the acquisition and integration of several companies under a singular brand, said Thomas J. Campbell, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Acuity International.

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  • Bob led a significant reshaping of Acuity Internationals core business strategy through the acquisition and integration of several companies under a singular brand, said Thomas J. Campbell, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Acuity International.
  • He has played a central role in the restructuring and evolution of the company and has the experience, tenacity and leadership skills to lead Acuity International into its next phase.
  • Mr. Stalick will remain with Acuity International as a special advisor for technology initiatives.
  • Acuity International is a leading provider of process and technology-based medical, engineering, and mission services and solutions to government and commercial clients.

SCHMITT INDUSTRIES COMMENTS ON POTENTIAL TRANSACTION WITH PROTON GREEN

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Monday, July 25, 2022
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PORTLAND, Ore., July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Schmitt Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: SMIT) (the "Company" or "Schmitt") in response to certain questions regarding the announcement of the potential reverse merger (the "Merger") with Proton Green, LLC ("Proton Green") and the spin-off of Schmitt's Ample Hills business (the "Spin-Off") is issuing this press release to provide additional context on the potential transaction.

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  • PORTLAND, Ore., July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Schmitt Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: SMIT) (the "Company" or "Schmitt") in response to certain questions regarding the announcement of the potential reverse merger (the "Merger") with Proton Green, LLC ("Proton Green") and the spin-off of Schmitt's Ample Hills business (the "Spin-Off") is issuing this press release to provide additional context on the potential transaction.
  • Michael Zapata, Chairman of the Board, President and CEO of Schmitt Industries commented, "We are excited to announce this potential reverse-merger with Proton Green as we continue to seek paths to maximize value for Schmitt shareholders.
  • Zapata continued: "Our recent monetization of real estate assets and consideration of business line divestitures laid the groundwork for this transaction.
  • In connection with this potential transaction, we expect to spin-off the Ample Hills business to current shareholders, giving our investors a pure play and well-capitalized Ample Hills company, while also providing ownership in Proton Green at an attractive valuation.

TouchPoint One Gamification Solution Juices Contact Center Engagement with A-GAME Gridiron VIII Fantasy League Performance Challenge

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Thursday, July 21, 2022
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INDIANAPOLIS, Ind., July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- TouchPoint One, the leading provider of employee engagement and performance management solutions for contact centers, announced pre-season preparations for Gridiron 2022, the American-style football version of its A-GAME Leagues Contact Center Performance Challenge. A-GAME is the cloud-based SaaS performance gamification solution that uses sports tournaments, island-hopping expeditions, medieval quests, and other themes to transform large, diverse customer contact operations into aligned, engaged performance leaders. Gridiron VIII leagues are forming now, and regular-season competitions begin in September.

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  • A-GAME is the cloud-based SaaS performance gamification solution that uses sports tournaments, island-hopping expeditions, medieval quests, and other themes to transform large, diverse customer contact operations into aligned, engaged performance leaders.
  • "A-GAME creates an atmosphere of accountability, cooperation, and celebration that supercharges contact center performance along with CX & EX," said Greg Salvato, CEO of TouchPoint One.
  • We are thrilled to begin preparations for A-GAME Gridiron season VIII and look forward to spirited competition throughout 2022/23!"
  • With TouchPoint One Gamification, contact centers possess the platform, tools, and support to invigorate effectiveness, achievement, and appreciation across the customer contact workforce.

SCHMITT INDUSTRIES ENTERS INTO TERM SHEET WITH PROTON GREEN

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Wednesday, July 20, 2022
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PORTLAND, Ore., July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Schmitt Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: SMIT) (the "Company" or "Schmitt") today announced that it entered into a non-binding term sheet ("Term Sheet") which contemplates the reverse merger ("Merger") with Proton Green, LLC ("Proton Green") and the spin-off of Schmitt's Ample Hills business (the "Spin-Off").

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  • PORTLAND, Ore., July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Schmitt Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: SMIT) (the "Company" or "Schmitt") today announced that it entered into a non-binding term sheet ("Term Sheet") which contemplates the reverse merger ("Merger") with Proton Green, LLC ("Proton Green") and the spin-off of Schmitt's Ample Hills business (the "Spin-Off").
  • The Term Sheet contemplates the execution of a merger agreement (the "Merger Agreement") whereby the security holders of Proton Green would receive Schmitt securities in the Merger, in exchange for securities held in Proton Green.
  • The contemplated business combination would give Schmitt investors exposure to the promising helium, hydrogen and clean energy industries in which Proton Green has established footholds and operating assets, while allowing Proton Green to fund its strategic initiatives through the public capital markets.
  • Based on the initial valuations (without adjustment), Schmitt anticipates that the security holders of Proton Green and Schmitt would hold approximately 95% and 5%, respectively, of the combined company.

Acuity Knowledge Partners Bridges the Talent Gap Amid the Great Resignation, Now Approaching 5,000 Employees in Its 20th Anniversary Year

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Monday, July 11, 2022
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Coming off the highs of 2021, where we exceeded our business growth goals significantly, Acuity has seen that growth continue to accelerate in 2022, said Robert King, Chief Executive Officer, Acuity Knowledge Partners.

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  • Coming off the highs of 2021, where we exceeded our business growth goals significantly, Acuity has seen that growth continue to accelerate in 2022, said Robert King, Chief Executive Officer, Acuity Knowledge Partners.
  • To that end, Acuity is expanding its international footprint by opening our first office in the Middle East, in Dubai.
  • For more information about Acuity, visit www.acuitykp.com
    Acuity Knowledge Partners is a leading research, analytics, and business intelligence consultant to the financial services sector.
  • In 2019, the company was established as a separate business from Moodys Corporation through its acquisition from Equistone Partners.

New Insurance Claims Data Analysis Helps Commercial Businesses Mitigate Common Causes

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Tuesday, June 28, 2022
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Across the 120,000+ businesses Acuity protects, slips, strains and sprains are some of the most common commercial insurance claims.

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  • Across the 120,000+ businesses Acuity protects, slips, strains and sprains are some of the most common commercial insurance claims.
  • Almost 8% of all commercial claims over the last five years included a strain or sprain injury, representing 15% of all workers compensation claims.
  • "The data underscores the importance of prioritizing safety measures across all commercial properties," said Gwen Luscavage, loss control field director, Acuity Insurance.
  • "In assessing risk and preventing leading claims causes, customers reduce their premiums, minimize service interruptions and provide a safe employee environment."