Hoffman Estates, Illinois

Attorney Chad A. Baker Joins Goostree Law Group in St. Charles, IL

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Wednesday, December 23, 2020

Chad attended Northern Illinois University (NIU) College of Law, where he completed both a Law Degree and a Masters of Business Administration (MBA).

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  • Chad attended Northern Illinois University (NIU) College of Law, where he completed both a Law Degree and a Masters of Business Administration (MBA).
  • Upon graduating from law school, Chad worked as an Assistant City Attorney at the City of Rockford's Legal Department.
  • "We are excited to have Chad join Goostree Law Group, as he brings a wealth of knowledge and a unique skill set to our dynamic team.
  • To learn more about Goostree Law Group, visit https://www.familydivorcelaw.com/ or call 630-584-4800 for a free consultation.

Party City Proclaims, "Forget You, 2020!" Pivoting To 2021 Celebration Trend Predictions

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Thursday, December 17, 2020

A 2021 Celebration Survey by Party City focused on party and event planning behaviors from 2020 to measure the effects they will have on 2021 celebrations, with results showing a cautious optimism for traditional gatherings.

Key Points: 
  • A 2021 Celebration Survey by Party City focused on party and event planning behaviors from 2020 to measure the effects they will have on 2021 celebrations, with results showing a cautious optimism for traditional gatherings.
  • Half of those surveyed intend to hold an event in 2021 that was canceled in 2020, with birthday party do-overs reigning most popular.
  • Party City Holdco Inc. is the leading party goods company by revenue in North America and, we believe, the largest vertically integrated supplier of decorated party goods globally by revenue.
  • The Company's retail operations include more than 800 specialty retail party supply stores (including franchise stores) throughout North America operating under the names Party City and Halloween City, and e-commerce websites, principally through the domain name PartyCity.com .

My Eyelab and Stanton Optical Unveil New Line of Disney-Themed Frames for Children

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20201215005213/en/
    Starting today, all My Eyelab and Stanton Optical locations in the U.S. will carry the fun, new line for kids.
  • The new product line qualifies for the stores Buy One, Get One Free promotion, which includes an eye exam, frames and lenses.
  • For more information about the brands and their new line of frames for children, visit www.myeyelab.com or www.stantonoptical.com .
  • Its retail brands, My Eyelab and Stanton Optical, are among the nations fastest growing, full-service retail optical centers.

Ribbon Partners with The Sears Group to Expand Cash Offers in Houston Market

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, December 10, 2020

Together, Ribbon and The Sears Group will support potential Houston home buyers ability to confidently make a cash offer on their dream home.

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  • Together, Ribbon and The Sears Group will support potential Houston home buyers ability to confidently make a cash offer on their dream home.
  • We officially expanded into the Texas market in October, and were already making strides in forming meaningful relationships with key members of the Texas real estate market including The Sears Group, said Shaival Shah, CEO of Ribbon.
  • Ribbons recent entrance into Texas provides its Cash Offers feature to agents, giving them the ability to complete pre-approvals and home valuations within 24 hours.
  • Weve hit records this year in terms of pricing and number of homes sold, said Chris Sears, owner of The Sears Group.

Steve Madden Announces Chief Financial Officer Transition

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, December 10, 2020

Prior to joining Steve Madden, he served in various leadership roles at Sears Holdings Corporation, including Head of Sears & Kmart Footwear, Home and Fine Jewelry and Chief Financial Officer of Sears & Kmart Footwear.

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  • Prior to joining Steve Madden, he served in various leadership roles at Sears Holdings Corporation, including Head of Sears & Kmart Footwear, Home and Fine Jewelry and Chief Financial Officer of Sears & Kmart Footwear.
  • Prior to that, Mr. Mazouzi served in various leadership roles including Chief Financial Officer of Nine West Group.
  • Mr. Dharia has served as Steve Maddens Chief Financial Officer since October 1992.
  • We are excited to have Zine, who has been part of our leadership team for the past two years, step into the Chief Financial Officer role.

Claire’s Stores Selects Intalytics to Inform U.S. Expansion

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Tuesday, November 17, 2020

Claires Stores, Inc. has selected Intalytics as their customer analytics partner to drive new store growth throughout the U.S. Intalytics will develop customized sales forecasting models that will serve as foundational inputs into Claires real estate strategies.

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  • Claires Stores, Inc. has selected Intalytics as their customer analytics partner to drive new store growth throughout the U.S. Intalytics will develop customized sales forecasting models that will serve as foundational inputs into Claires real estate strategies.
  • Claire's Stores, Inc. is one of the world's leading specialty retailers of fashionable jewelry and accessories for young women, teens, tweens and kids.
  • Claire's Stores, Inc. operates fully owned and concession stores in 17 countries throughout North America and Europe as well as franchise stores in 25 countries in other areas of the globe.
  • More information regarding Claire's Stores is available on the Company's corporate website at www.clairestores.com .

CDK Global Declares Regular Quarterly Cash Dividend

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, November 12, 2020

HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill., Nov. 12, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CDK Global, Inc. (NASDAQ:CDK) has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.15 per share payable on December 30, 2020 to shareholders of record at the close of business on December 1, 2020.

Key Points: 
  • HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill., Nov. 12, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CDK Global, Inc. (NASDAQ:CDK) has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.15 per share payable on December 30, 2020 to shareholders of record at the close of business on December 1, 2020.
  • With $2 billion in revenues, CDK Global (NASDAQ:CDK) is a leading global provider of integrated information technology solutions to the automotive retail and adjacent industries.
  • Focused on enabling end-to-end automotive commerce, CDK Global provides solutions to dealers in more than 100 countries around the world, serving approximately 30,000 retail locations and most automotive manufacturers.
  • CDK solutions automate and integrate all parts of the dealership and buying process, including the acquisition, sale, financing, insuring, parts supply, repair and maintenance of vehicles.

Party City Announces Participation in the Stephens Annual Investment Conference

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, November 12, 2020

ELMSFORD, N.Y., Nov. 12, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Party City Holdco Inc. (NYSE: PRTY) today announced that the Company is scheduled to present at the Stephens Annual Investment Conference on Thursday, November 19, 2020 at 12:00 pm Eastern Time.

Key Points: 
  • ELMSFORD, N.Y., Nov. 12, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Party City Holdco Inc. (NYSE: PRTY) today announced that the Company is scheduled to present at the Stephens Annual Investment Conference on Thursday, November 19, 2020 at 12:00 pm Eastern Time.
  • Participants should log in approximately 10 minutes prior to the start of the event.
  • Party City Holdco Inc. is the leading party goods company by revenue in North America and, we believe, the largest vertically integrated supplier of decorated party goods globally by revenue.
  • The Companys retail operations include approximately 830 specialty retail party supply stores (including franchise stores) throughout North America operating under the names Party City and Halloween City, and e-commerce websites, principally through the domain name PartyCity.com.

Seritage Growth Properties Announces Third Quarter 2020 Earnings Release Date

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Thursday, October 22, 2020

Seritage Growth Properties (NYSE:SRG) announced today that it will release its third quarter 2020 financial and operating results in a press release on Thursday, November 5, 2020, after the market close.

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  • Seritage Growth Properties (NYSE:SRG) announced today that it will release its third quarter 2020 financial and operating results in a press release on Thursday, November 5, 2020, after the market close.
  • Seritage Growth Properties is a publicly-traded, self-administered and self-managed REIT with 171 wholly-owned properties and 28 joint venture properties totaling approximately 31.6 million square feet of space across 44 states and Puerto Rico.
  • The Company was formed to unlock the underlying real estate value of a high-quality retail portfolio it acquired from Sears Holdings in July 2015.
  • The Companys mission is to create and own revitalized shopping, dining, entertainment and mixed-use destinations that provide enriched experiences for consumers and local communities, and create long-term value for our shareholders.

Party City to Hire Approximately 20,000 Employees for the Halloween Season

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, September 22, 2020

ELMSFORD, N.Y., Sept. 22, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Party City Holdco Inc. (the Company or PRTY; NYSE:PRTY) today announced that it plans to hire approximately 20,000 temporary employees and open approximately 25 Halloween City pop-up stores for the Halloween season to support consumers needs however they choose to celebrate and shop this year.

Key Points: 
  • ELMSFORD, N.Y., Sept. 22, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Party City Holdco Inc. (the Company or PRTY; NYSE:PRTY) today announced that it plans to hire approximately 20,000 temporary employees and open approximately 25 Halloween City pop-up stores for the Halloween season to support consumers needs however they choose to celebrate and shop this year.
  • The Company expects to retain about 10 percent of these employees following the Halloween season.
  • Party City Holdco Inc. is the leading party goods company by revenue in North America and, we believe, the largest vertically integrated supplier of decorated party goods globally by revenue.
  • The Company's retail operations include approximately 850 specialty retail party supply stores (including franchise stores) throughout North America operating under the names Party City and Halloween City, and e-commerce websites, principally through the domain name PartyCity.com .