Gender representation on corporate boards of directors

EQS-News: Befesa S.A.: Befesa achieved €137m adjusted EBITDA in the first 9 months of 2023 amid a persistently challenging market environment

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Thursday, October 26, 2023
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However, adjusted EBITDA decreased by 17% to €136.7 million in 9M (9M 2022: €163.9 million) and by 8% to €42.0 million in Q3 (Q3 2022: €45.9 million).

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  • However, adjusted EBITDA decreased by 17% to €136.7 million in 9M (9M 2022: €163.9 million) and by 8% to €42.0 million in Q3 (Q3 2022: €45.9 million).
  • After reaching all-time-high levels in the first half of 2023, Befesa’s coke price started to reduce in Q3 2023 (-4% vs Q2 2023).
  • Therefore, Befesa expects full-year adjusted EBITDA for 2023 around €180m (previously: €200m to €230m).
  • Based on the appointment, the proportion of women on the Befesa Board of Directors has increased up to 38%.

American Hotel Income Properties REIT LP Announces Board Changes

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023
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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- American Hotel Income Properties REIT LP (“AHIP”, or the “Company”) (TSX: HOT.UN, TSX: HOT.U, TSX: HOT.DB.

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- American Hotel Income Properties REIT LP (“AHIP”, or the “Company”) (TSX: HOT.UN, TSX: HOT.U, TSX: HOT.DB.
  • Mr. Frank resigned as a director of the Company and from various Board Committees in order to focus on other opportunities and to allow AHIP to progress its Board gender diversity goals.
  • Mr. Murphy noted “Rick has been a valuable member of the Board since 2016.
  • We thank him for his considerable efforts and contributions to the Board over the years and wish him success in his future endeavours.”

Matador Resources Company Increases Quarterly Cash Dividend to $0.20 Per Share and Announces Increases to Its Credit Facility

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Thursday, October 19, 2023
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The Board also declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 per share of common stock payable on December 1, 2023, to shareholders of record as of November 10, 2023.

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  • The Board also declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 per share of common stock payable on December 1, 2023, to shareholders of record as of November 10, 2023.
  • Foran, Matador’s Founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, stated, “We are pleased to announce an increase in the Company’s quarterly cash dividend.
  • Today’s announcement is an increase of 33% as compared to Matador’s prior quarterly cash dividend of $0.15 per share.
  • The continued increase in our quarterly cash dividend is evidence of our commitment to return value to Matador’s shareholders as well as our growing financial strength and positive operational outlook.

Stoneweg US Drives 33% GRESB Score Improvement for Varia US Properties

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Thursday, October 19, 2023
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As the asset manager for the Varia US portfolio, Stoneweg US plays a pivotal role in guiding and supporting Varia US' sustainable practices, driving the achievement of a 33% year-over-year improvement in the firm's GRESB score.

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  • As the asset manager for the Varia US portfolio, Stoneweg US plays a pivotal role in guiding and supporting Varia US' sustainable practices, driving the achievement of a 33% year-over-year improvement in the firm's GRESB score.
  • Stoneweg US played a pivotal role, driving the achievement of a 33% year-over-year improvement in the firm's GRESB score
    The annual GRESB assessment, shaped by the collective vision of investors and industry stakeholders, serves as a compass for measuring sustainability performance in asset investments.
  • Through the efforts of its asset manager Stoneweg US, Varia US acquired and/or achieved four Green Globes® sustainable building certifications and eight ENERGY STAR® building performance certifications in 2022.
  • For the complete "GRESB Real Estate Benchmark Report 2023" and more insights into Varia US' ESG strategy and initiatives, please visit website at www.stonewegesg.us .

Eastern Bankshares, Inc. Recognized With The 2023 NACD Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Awards’ Public Company – Small Cap Category

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
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Eastern Bankshares, Inc., the stock holding company for Eastern Bank, announced today it has been recognized with the 2023 NACD Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Awards’ Public Company – Small Cap Category.

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  • Eastern Bankshares, Inc., the stock holding company for Eastern Bank, announced today it has been recognized with the 2023 NACD Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Awards’ Public Company – Small Cap Category.
  • The annual award recognizes boards that have improved their governance and created long-term value for stakeholders by implementing forward-thinking diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) practices.
  • It is presented by the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD), the authority on boardroom practices representing more than 23,000 corporate board members.
  • “Eastern takes pride in its deep client relationships, community support, and long-standing commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion,” said Bob Rivers, Chief Executive Officer and Chair of the Board of Eastern Bankshares, Inc. and Eastern Bank.

LCDA Announces Ozzie Gromada Meza as President and CEO, Embarking on a New Era of Transformation

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Thursday, October 5, 2023
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Under Ozzie's leadership, LCDA is ready to impact and catalyze change in corporate boardrooms and the C-Suite.

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  • Under Ozzie's leadership, LCDA is ready to impact and catalyze change in corporate boardrooms and the C-Suite.
  • He is poised to lead the organization toward unprecedented heights and break barriers that have hindered Latino representation in corporate boardrooms across the nation.
  • LCDA, a nonprofit organization founded in 2013, has been at the forefront of advocating for increased Latino representation on corporate boards.
  • By bridging the network gap, influencing the candidate pool, and elevating Latino talent primed for the boardroom, we're catalyzing a new era of transformation.

e.l.f. Beauty Releases 2023 Impact Report, Highlighting Progress and Future Commitments to Making a Positive Impact

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Thursday, September 21, 2023
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Beauty (NYSE: ELF) is proud to release its second annual Impact Report , detailing its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives and accomplishments in the last fiscal year (FY 2023).

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  • Beauty (NYSE: ELF) is proud to release its second annual Impact Report , detailing its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives and accomplishments in the last fiscal year (FY 2023).
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230921687599/en/
    “Our latest Impact Report demonstrates how we are creating a different kind of beauty company—one that is both purpose-led and results-driven” said Tarang Amin, e.l.f.
  • “In FY 2023, we acted with purpose and took action to empower our communities and employees, further our sustainability initiatives and reduce our environmental footprint.
  • We aspire to donate 2% of our profits each year to drive positive impact in our communities.

1,500 Local Officials Deliver Letter to Congress Opposing Bigger Tractor-Trailers

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Monday, September 11, 2023
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The letter, entitled "Bigger Trucks: Bad for America's Local Communities" and organized by the Coalition Against Bigger Trucks , was delivered today to Capitol Hill offices.

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  • The letter, entitled "Bigger Trucks: Bad for America's Local Communities" and organized by the Coalition Against Bigger Trucks , was delivered today to Capitol Hill offices.
  • The joint letter states , "Local communities and our residents are what drive this country.
  • These trucks find their way on to local roads and bridges, whether it is for meals and gas or to deliver their cargo.
  • CABT supporters include law enforcement officers, local government officials, truck drivers, motorists, safety advocates, railroads and trucking companies.

GigaCloud Technology Inc Announces Second Quarter and First Half 2023 Financial Results, Including Second Consecutive Quarter of Record Profitability

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023
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WALNUT, Calif., Aug. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GigaCloud Technology Inc (Nasdaq: GCT) (“GigaCloud” or the “Company”), a pioneer of global end-to-end B2B ecommerce solutions for large parcel merchandise, today announced its unaudited financial results for the quarter and six months ended June 30, 2023.

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  • Gross margin increased to 26.4% in the second quarter of 2023 from 13.7% in the second quarter of 2022.
  • 3P seller GigaCloud Marketplace GMV represented 53.4% of total GigaCloud Marketplace GMV in the 12 months ended June 30, 2023.
  • Service revenue from GigaCloud 3P was $43.3 million in the second quarter of 2023, increased by 31.9% from $32.8 million in the second quarter of 2022.
  • Product revenue from GigaCloud 1P was $69.8 million in the second quarter of 2023, increased by 14.9% from $60.7 million in the second quarter of 2022.

Dara Khosrowshahi Joins Him For Her Board of Directors

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023
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Today, social impact venture Him For Her announced Dara Khosrowshahi, CEO of Uber, has joined its board of directors .

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  • Today, social impact venture Him For Her announced Dara Khosrowshahi, CEO of Uber, has joined its board of directors .
  • Khosrowshahi brings a wealth of experience and visionary leadership, as well as a strong and demonstrated commitment to board diversity.
  • Prior to Uber, Khosrowshahi was CEO of Expedia, which he grew into one of the world’s largest online travel companies.
  • He currently serves on the Board of Directors of Expedia and Catalyst.org and was previously on the board of the New York Times Company.