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Mouser Electronics Celebrates 60th Anniversary

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
Finance, Hardware, Engineering, Consumer Electronics, Professional Services, Technology, Semiconductor, Manufacturing, Student, Multimedia, Marketing, News, Smith, Electronics, IA Financial Group, History, TTI, Mouser Electronics, Berkshire Hathaway, Longevity, Fort Worth International Airport, Partnership, Online shopping

Mouser Electronics , Inc., the authorized global distributor with the newest electronic components and industrial automation products, is proud to mark the company's 60th year in business.

Key Points: 
  • Mouser Electronics , Inc., the authorized global distributor with the newest electronic components and industrial automation products, is proud to mark the company's 60th year in business.
  • Much has changed in the electronics industry since 1964, but Mouser has remained dedicated to providing the newest technology to customers as quickly as possible.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    Mouser Electronics President and CEO Glenn Smith, who joined the company in 1973, attributes Mouser's success to the hard work of the Mouser team and its dedication to providing best-in-class service.
  • For more information on the 60th Anniversary, please visit https://www.mouser.com/60years/ .

TEGNA Names Tom Cox Chief Growth Officer and Daniel Spinosa President of Premion

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Marketing, TV and Radio, Communications, Entertainment, IA Financial Group, Growth, Friedman, Comcast, TEGNA, History, TGNA, Multimedia, AOL, Partnership, Management

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) today announced that Tom Cox has been promoted to the newly created position of chief growth officer reporting to president and CEO Dave Lougee, effective immediately.

Key Points: 
  • TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) today announced that Tom Cox has been promoted to the newly created position of chief growth officer reporting to president and CEO Dave Lougee, effective immediately.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240227079669/en/
    Tom Cox named chief growth officer at TEGNA.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    As chief growth officer, Cox will be responsible for leading efforts to accelerate TEGNA’s existing digital businesses as well as identify new opportunities.
  • Daniel Spinosa, currently chief financial officer at Premion, has been promoted to president and will report to Cox.

FOUNDER AND MANAGING PARTNER TERRY WHEATLEY AND PARTNERS ANNOUNCE THE LAUNCH OF CONNECT THE DOTS COLLECTIVE

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
Social media, Wine, New product development, Marketing, Cotton Candy grapes, VWE, Female, IA Financial Group, Digital, MBA, WINE, House, Ecosystem, Creativity, GAP, Knowledge, Heart, DTC, Online shopping

HUGHSON, Calif., March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Terry Wheatley, former President of Vintage Wine Estates, has partnered with notable business leaders Jessica Kogan, Jenna Duran, and Stephanie Mayer to form Connect the Dots Collective. The company launched today with the mission to provide innovative services and expertise to consumer lifestyle brands in the alcohol, non-alcohol, functional and alternative beverage spaces.

Key Points: 
  • Through innovation and expertise in branding, marketing, sales, public relations and digital and ecommerce, Connect the Dots Collective is a full-service female-led branding agency that takes brands quickly from concept to shelf.
  • "I am thrilled to bring together some of the most talented players in the beverage industry," explains Wheatley.
  • Jenna Duran brings deep brand development, marketing and sales expertise, and Stephanie Mayer is curator of design and concept visionary.
  • Her expertise is inspiring connection as an architect of brand identities, curator of ideas and innovator of products and experiences.

DaVita enters into agreement to expand operations in Brazil and Colombia, enter Chile and Ecuador

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
Dialysis, Kidney disease, Patient, Caregiver, DaVita Inc., Fresenius Medical Care, IA Financial Group, Nursing

DENVER, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- DaVita Inc (NYSE: DVA), a leading provider of kidney care services, today announced that it has agreed to terms on the expansion of its international operations in Brazil and Colombia, and its entry into Chile and Ecuador. The deal, which is consistent with DaVita's disciplined investment strategy, involves four separate acquisitions from Fresenius Medical Care for a total purchase price of $300M USD. The transaction in Chile closed effective today. The transactions in Ecuador, Colombia and Brazil remain subject to each country's respective anti-trust and regulatory approval processes, which are each expected to be completed at various times during 2024.

Key Points: 
  • The deal, which is consistent with DaVita's disciplined investment strategy, involves four separate acquisitions from Fresenius Medical Care for a total purchase price of $300M USD.
  • The transaction in Chile closed effective today.
  • The transactions in Ecuador, Colombia and Brazil remain subject to each country's respective anti-trust and regulatory approval processes, which are each expected to be completed at various times during 2024.
  • We look forward to building on our existing market expertise and the established quality of these centers through this transition."

DaVita enters into agreement to expand operations in Brazil and Colombia, enter Chile and Ecuador

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
Dialysis, Kidney disease, Patient, Caregiver, DaVita Inc., Fresenius Medical Care, IA Financial Group, Nursing

DENVER, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- DaVita Inc (NYSE: DVA), a leading provider of kidney care services, today announced that it has agreed to terms on the expansion of its international operations in Brazil and Colombia, and its entry into Chile and Ecuador. The deal, which is consistent with DaVita's disciplined investment strategy, involves four separate acquisitions from Fresenius Medical Care for a total purchase price of $300M USD. The transaction in Chile closed effective today. The transactions in Ecuador, Colombia and Brazil remain subject to each country's respective anti-trust and regulatory approval processes, which are each expected to be completed at various times during 2024.

Key Points: 
  • The deal, which is consistent with DaVita's disciplined investment strategy, involves four separate acquisitions from Fresenius Medical Care for a total purchase price of $300M USD.
  • The transaction in Chile closed effective today.
  • The transactions in Ecuador, Colombia and Brazil remain subject to each country's respective anti-trust and regulatory approval processes, which are each expected to be completed at various times during 2024.
  • We look forward to building on our existing market expertise and the established quality of these centers through this transition."

Netmore and MultiTech Partner Together in Providing New LPWAN Product Offerings that Grow Netmore's Worldwide Connectivity

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
Internet of things, Growth, Acer Inc., LoRa, NOC, IA Financial Group, Risk, Conduit, Ecosystem, LPWAN, Partnership

MOUNDS VIEW, Minn., Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Netmore and MultiTech have implemented a strategic partnership to develop LPWAN networks leveraging Netmore´s expertise in the LoRaWAN® operator business and MultiTech's 50+ years of IoT manufacturing expertise to create IoT LPWAN solutions.

Key Points: 
  • "The Conduit AP 300 Series Access Point is a great choice for Netmore as it provides a secure, reliable, and deep in-building wireless penetration.
  • Netmore can seamlessly connect thousands of sensors wirelessly within smart buildings to meet the demands of their customers everywhere."
  • Netmore proposes global LoRaWAN connectivity through a state-of-the-art LPWAN platform for network management with a 24/7 NOC, designed for large scale IoT rollouts.
  • MultiTech's U.S. and global manufacturing agility works in partnership with Netmore at any volume by delivering pre-configured product or fully customized solutions.

MultiTech Unveils Cutting-Edge 5G NR Reduced Capability UE Mobile Devices, powered by the Latest Telit Cinterion Generation of Modules

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
Robotics, Modem, LTE, Microcell, USB, Router, Original equipment manufacturer, Redcap, Communication, IA Financial Group, Qualcomm, 3GPP, Industrial, Ericsson, Acer Inc., Partnership, Mobile phone

MOUNDS VIEW, Minn., Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- MultiTech, a global leader in industrial IoT communication solutions, proudly announces the launch of its innovative portfolio of 5G New Radio (NR) Reduced Capability (RedCap) cellular modems and gateways. Aligned with 3GPP Release 17 standards, 5G NR Reduced Capability, commonly known as RedCap, signifies a significant breakthrough in the trajectory of 5G NR connectivity, streamlining the complexity, cost, and size of 5G devices for assets currently utilizing LTE Cat 1 to 4.

Key Points: 
  • Aligned with 3GPP Release 17 standards, 5G NR Reduced Capability, commonly known as RedCap, signifies a significant breakthrough in the trajectory of 5G NR connectivity, streamlining the complexity, cost, and size of 5G devices for assets currently utilizing LTE Cat 1 to 4.
  • MOUNDS VIEW, Minn., Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- MultiTech, a global leader in industrial IoT communication solutions, proudly announces the launch of its innovative portfolio of 5G New Radio (NR) Reduced Capability (RedCap) cellular modems and gateways.
  • "The collaboration with MultiTech underscores our continuous efforts as a western IoT leader, delivering solutions that shape the evolution of 5G."
  • The MultiTech 5G RedCap mobile devices are on show during MWC in Barcelona at the Telit Cinterion booth in Hall 5 (5A32) and at Ericsson in Hall 2 (2O60).

MultiTech Receives 2023 IoT Excellence Award for the Conduit® AP Access Point for LoRa® Excellence in Innovation

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Friday, February 16, 2024
Internet of things, Community, LoRa, IA Financial Group, Conduit, TMC, Power over Ethernet, AP, Customer service

MOUNDS VIEW, Minn., Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Multi-Tech Systems, Inc, a leading supplier of Internet of Things (IoT) devices and services, announced today that the MultiTech Conduit® AP Access Point for LoRa® Technology Power over Ethernet (PoE) models have received a 2023 IoT Excellence Award presented by TMCnet.com.

Key Points: 
  • Multi-Tech Systems, Inc, a leading supplier of Internet of Things (IoT) devices and services, announced today that the MultiTech Conduit® AP Access Point for LoRa® Technology Power over Ethernet (PoE) models have received a 2023 IoT Excellence Award presented by TMC and Crossfire Media.
  • MOUNDS VIEW, Minn., Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Multi-Tech Systems, Inc , a leading supplier of Internet of Things (IoT) devices and services, announced today that the MultiTech Conduit® AP Access Point for LoRa® Technology Power over Ethernet (PoE) models have received a 2023 IoT Excellence Award presented by TMCnet.com.
  • The MultiTech Conduit® AP conveniently provides deep in-building connectivity and improved performance for network operators and enterprises connecting thousands of IoT assets by harnessing the power of the LoRaWAN® protocol.
  • "It is my pleasure to recognize the MultiTech Conduit AP with an IoT Excellence Award for its excellence in innovation," said Carl Ford, Community Developer, IoT Evolution World.

Canadian Life Companies Split Corp. Declares Class A & Preferred Share Dividend

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Friday, February 16, 2024
IA Financial Group, Sun Life Financial, Manulife

TORONTO, Feb. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canadian Life Companies Split Corp. (the "Company") declares its monthly distribution of $0.10000 for each Class A share ($1.20 annualized) and $0.06667 for each Preferred share ($0.800 annualized).

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  • TORONTO, Feb. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canadian Life Companies Split Corp. (the "Company") declares its monthly distribution of $0.10000 for each Class A share ($1.20 annualized) and $0.06667 for each Preferred share ($0.800 annualized).
  • Distributions are payable March 8, 2024 to shareholders on record as at February 29, 2024.
  • Since inception Class A shareholders have received a total of $7.75 per share and Preferred shareholders have received a total of $11.42 per share inclusive of this distribution, for a combined total of $19.17 per unit.
  • The Company invests in a portfolio of four publicly traded Canadian life insurance companies as follows: Great-West Lifeco Inc., Industrial Alliance Insurance & Financial Services Inc., Manulife Financial Corporation and Sun Life Financial Inc.

WEX Board of Directors Authorizes Increased Share Repurchase Program

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Thursday, February 15, 2024
Technology, Professional Services, Payments, Human Resources, Share repurchase, IA Financial Group, WEX

WEX Inc. (NYSE: WEX), the global commerce platform that simplifies the business of running a business, today announced that its board of directors has authorized an amended share repurchase program under which up to an additional $400 million worth of WEX’s common stock may be repurchased, expanding the total authorization to $1.05 billion.

Key Points: 
  • WEX Inc. (NYSE: WEX), the global commerce platform that simplifies the business of running a business, today announced that its board of directors has authorized an amended share repurchase program under which up to an additional $400 million worth of WEX’s common stock may be repurchased, expanding the total authorization to $1.05 billion.
  • The share repurchase program, first announced in August 2022 and amended in October 2022, previously authorized the Company to repurchase up to $650 million through December 31, 2025.
  • To date, WEX has repurchased approximately $478 million of its common stock under the program, including approximately $41.5 million in 2024, representing 2.8 million shares since the initial authorization of the program.
  • The repurchase program does not obligate WEX to acquire any specific number of shares and may be modified, discontinued, or suspended at any time.