CJ Group

BONCHON U.S. APPOINTS NEW CEO

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023

DALLAS, May 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bonchon, a global leader in fast-casual Asian fusion dining known for its distinctive Korean double-fried chicken, has appointed former Global CFO Bryan Shin to lead Bonchon U.S. as CEO. 

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  • DALLAS, May 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bonchon , a global leader in fast-casual Asian fusion dining known for its distinctive Korean double-fried chicken, has appointed former Global CFO Bryan Shin to lead Bonchon U.S. as CEO.
  • Shin joined Bonchon as head of global finance in 2019 with more than 10 years in the global food and beverage space.
  • He previously served in various top global leadership and senior positions with iconic brands including Goose Island Beer Company, Yum!
  • "As CEO at Bonchon, I have the unique opportunity to share my Korean heritage and love of the culture while also focusing on strengthening the fundamentals of our business.

Flurry of Top-producing Agents and Teams Join eXp Realty in Q1 2023

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023

“Our compelling value proposition and agent-centric approach continues to attract top agents and teams from around the world,” said Glenn Sanford, CEO of eXp Realty.

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  • “Our compelling value proposition and agent-centric approach continues to attract top agents and teams from around the world,” said Glenn Sanford, CEO of eXp Realty.
  • Alexander Calle moved his 15-agent New Jersey team, The JC Luxury Group, to eXp Realty from Meridian Real Estate.
  • Jana Hickey and Rusty Steel brought the 15-agent team, The CJ Group, in Louisiana from Keller Williams to eXp Realty.
  • Katie Wethman, previously with Keller Williams, joined eXp Realty as My Move DMV at eXp Realty in Virginia.

E-Sports Global Market Report 2023

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Thursday, February 9, 2023

The global e-sports market will grow from $1.41 billion in 2022 to $1.63 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16.1%.

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  • The global e-sports market will grow from $1.41 billion in 2022 to $1.63 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16.1%.
  • The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term.
  • The e-sports market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides E-sports market statistics, including E-sports industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with an E-sports market share, detailed E-sports market segments, market trends, and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the E-sports industry.
  • This E-sports market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.

CJ CheilJedang, and Emmyon, Inc. sign a Licensing Agreement to commercialize a dietary supplement with natural extracts for use in significant improvement of skeletal muscle mass and function in humans.

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Monday, December 26, 2022

The technical and commercial collaboration will result in the global launch of several nutraceutical and dietary supplement products that have the ability to inhibit muscle atrophy while improving strength and endurance.

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  • The technical and commercial collaboration will result in the global launch of several nutraceutical and dietary supplement products that have the ability to inhibit muscle atrophy while improving strength and endurance.
  • It particularly affects older people with arthritis, on bed rest due to body injuries such as accidental falls and malnutrition through illnesses such as cancer.
  • Optimal muscle health is also important in sports performance and lack of physical exercise where nutritional supplementation can be beneficial.
  • These small molecules are intended to create new food products for muscle health, while others are being developed as pharmaceuticals for obesity and type 2 diabetes.

CJ Biomaterials Develops its First Consumer Brand Application, a Cosmetic Container Made with Bio-Sourced Materials

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Thursday, December 22, 2022

This new cosmetic case uses CJ Biomaterials' amorphous PHA technology in combination with polylactic acid (PLA) and will be sold under Olive Young's popular private brand, WAKEMAKE.

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  • This new cosmetic case uses CJ Biomaterials' amorphous PHA technology in combination with polylactic acid (PLA) and will be sold under Olive Young's popular private brand, WAKEMAKE.
  • Launched in Korea on December 21st, the 'WAKEMAKE Water Velvet Vegan Cushion' uses vegan cosmetic ingredients and eco-friendly bio-based packaging.
  • The 100% bio-sourced solution of amorphous PHA and PLA materials were applied to the entire outside of the WAKEMAKE container, replacing acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS).
  • As a socially responsible company, CJ Biomaterials strives toward practicing carbon-neutral manufacturing operations by utilizing renewable raw materials and developing value-added coproducts to minimize environmental waste.

CJ Biomaterials Partners with South Korean Industry-University Research Council to Promote Eco-Friendly Material and Accelerate Adoption of PHA Technology

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Wednesday, December 7, 2022

CJ Biomaterials' PHA product, known as PHACT, is a 100% bio-based polyester produced by fermentation.

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  • CJ Biomaterials' PHA product, known as PHACT, is a 100% bio-based polyester produced by fermentation.
  • CJ Biomaterials will participate in the Bioplastic Future Tech Forum for Special R&D Zone hosted by the MSIT and INNOPOLIS.
  • This is an industry-university research consultative body based in South Korea that welcomes participation from domestic and foreign companies.
  • Earlier this year, CJ Biomaterials announced commercial-scale production of PHA following the inauguration of its production facility in Pasuruan, Indonesia.

20th Century Studios, Lightstorm Entertainment and James Cameron's AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER Dives Into Visually Immersive ScreenX and Multi-Sensory 4DX Theaters

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Tuesday, December 6, 2022

HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Dec. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CJ 4DPLEX, the world's leading producer of premium film formats and cinema technologies, announced today that 20th Century Studios, Lightstorm Entertainment and James Cameron's highly-anticipated "Avatar: The Way Of Water" will debut in both the visually immersive, 270-degree panoramic ScreenX theaters and the multi-sensory 4DX theaters on December 16, 2022. Set more than a decade after the events of the first film, "Avatar: The Way of Water," paired with CJ 4DPLEX's cinematic formats, is guaranteed to be the most immersive viewing experience for the sci-fi adventure.

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  • CJ 4DPLEX worked closely with 20th Century Studios, James Cameron and Lightstorm Entertainment to ensure the highest quality presentation of the exhilarating journey.
  • "Thank you 20th Century Studios, James Cameron and Lightstorm Entertainment for your close collaboration and the opportunity to share the breathtaking world of Pandora in ScreenX and 4DX."
  • Jongryul Kim, CEO, CJ 4DPLEX stated, "We're thrilled to immerse 'Avatar: The Way of Water' audiences into James Cameron's stunning sci-fi adventure with ScreenX and 4DX.
  • "Avatar: The Way of Water" tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at your local ScreenX and 4DX theaters.

20th Century Studios, Lightstorm Entertainment and James Cameron's AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER Dives Into Visually Immersive ScreenX and Multi-Sensory 4DX Theaters

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Tuesday, December 6, 2022

HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Dec. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CJ 4DPLEX, the world's leading producer of premium film formats and cinema technologies, announced today that 20th Century Studios, Lightstorm Entertainment and James Cameron's highly-anticipated "Avatar: The Way Of Water" will debut in both the visually immersive, 270-degree panoramic ScreenX theaters and the multi-sensory 4DX theaters on December 16, 2022. Set more than a decade after the events of the first film, "Avatar: The Way of Water," paired with CJ 4DPLEX's cinematic formats, is guaranteed to be the most immersive viewing experience for the sci-fi adventure.

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  • CJ 4DPLEX worked closely with 20th Century Studios, James Cameron and Lightstorm Entertainment to ensure the highest quality presentation of the exhilarating journey.
  • "Thank you 20th Century Studios, James Cameron and Lightstorm Entertainment for your close collaboration and the opportunity to share the breathtaking world of Pandora in ScreenX and 4DX."
  • Jongryul Kim, CEO, CJ 4DPLEX stated, "We're thrilled to immerse 'Avatar: The Way of Water' audiences into James Cameron's stunning sci-fi adventure with ScreenX and 4DX.
  • "Avatar: The Way of Water" tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at your local ScreenX and 4DX theaters.

CJ Biomaterials and NatureWorks Sign Master Collaboration Agreement, Solidifying Relationship to Commercialize Novel Biopolymer Solutions

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022

WOBURN, Mass. and PLYMOUTH, Minn., Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CJ Biomaterials, Inc., a division of South Korea-based CJ CheilJedang and leading producer of polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA), and NatureWorks, an advanced materials company that is the world's leading producer of polylactic acid (PLA), have signed a Master Collaboration Agreement (MCA) that calls for the two organizations to collaborate on the development of sustainable materials solutions based on CJ Biomaterials' PHACT™ Biodegradable Polymers and NatureWorks' Ingeo™ biopolymers. The two companies will develop high-performance biopolymer solutions that will replace fossil-fuel based plastics in applications ranging from compostable food packaging and food serviceware to personal care, films, and other end products.

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  • CJ Biomaterials and NatureWorks plan to expand their relationship beyond cooperative product development for packaging to create new applications in the films and nonwoven markets.
  • "We are excited to build on our strong relationship with NatureWorks to tackle the challenge of plastic waste," says Seung-Jin Lee, Head of Biomaterials business from CJ CheilJedang.
  • Using its Ingeo PLA technology, NatureWorks has served as a leader in developing sustainable solutions for more than 30 years.
  • CJ Biomaterials is a business unit of CJ BIO part of CJ CheilJedang.

Marvel Studios' BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER Unmasks Most ScreenX Content Ever With Over 60 Minutes Of Exclusive Story-Enhancing Imagery

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Thursday, November 10, 2022

HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CJ 4DPLEX, the world's leading producer of premium film formats and cinema technologies, announced today that Marvel Studios' "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" will feature the most ScreenX content ever - the highly anticipated sequel will include over 60 minutes of exclusive story-enhancing imagery only available in ScreenX. The follow-up to 2018's "Black Panther" opens nationwide this Friday, Nov. 11.

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  • "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" will be available on over 340 ScreenX screens worldwide.
  • "We are honored to release 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' in our immersive, premium formats ScreenX and 4DX," said Jongryul Kim, CEO, CJ 4DPLEX.
  • "Thank you, Marvel Studios, for your close collaboration and the opportunity to turn 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' into a multi-sensory adventure for audiences worldwide."
  • "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at your local ScreenX and 4DX theaters.