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Zen Educate Appoints US Leader, Begins Hiring 1,000+ Teachers and Paras

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Friday, February 23, 2024

MINNEAPOLIS and HOUSTON and DENVER, ORANGE COUNTY, Calif. and PHOENIX, Feb. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Zen Educate, an online marketplace that algorithmically matches schools with the best available teachers and paraprofessionals, is doubling down on its US expansion, and is pleased to announce the appointment of its first North America-based executive, Chris Berry, as Managing Director of Zen Educate US.

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  • The Zen US team has recently signed contracts to provide paraprofessionals and substitute teachers to districts with over 10,000 educators and over 150,000 students in five states.
  • To meet this demand, Zen has announced its plans to hire over 1,000 teachers and paraprofessionals in the US over the next 4 months.
  • "Joining the education-obsessed, technology-led team at Zen, just as we gear up to hire over a thousand teachers and paras, is incredibly exciting."
  • Zen Educate is headquartered in London, and with a team of over 250 employees works with tens of thousands of teachers across the UK.

FIND YOUR INNER PEACE WITH PO: DREAMWORKS ANIMATION UNVEILS "BE CALM AND PO" CUSTOM ANIMATION LIVESTREAM FOR "KUNG FU PANDA 4"

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Friday, February 16, 2024

DreamWorks Animation is about to unleash some serious zen with "Be Calm and Po," the wackiest meditation session this side of the Valley of Peace!

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  • DreamWorks Animation is about to unleash some serious zen with "Be Calm and Po," the wackiest meditation session this side of the Valley of Peace!
  • Let Po lead you on a guided meditation journey, streaming exclusively on YouTube from 9am-1pm PT on February 16th.
  • Because when Po's in charge, you never know whether to expect inner peace or inner peas.
  • In Kung Fu Panda 4, Po faces his biggest challenge yet as he assumes the role of Spiritual Leader of the Valley of Peace.

Experience Elevated Living at The Barracks

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

Boasting state-of-the-art amenities and elegant finishes, The Barracks promises an upscale living experience for its residents.

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  • Boasting state-of-the-art amenities and elegant finishes, The Barracks promises an upscale living experience for its residents.
  • The unrivaled demand for premium living spaces has been demonstrated through the successful lease-up of Phase One and the rapid occupancy of Phase Two of The Barracks.
  • "The Barracks is set to redefine luxury living in Edmonton's core, augmented by our exceptional resident experience, concierge, and advanced technology," Slivinski remarked.
  • With an impressive selection of amenities and a cultivated living experience, The Barracks stands as a premier residential destination in Edmonton.

method launches new creative platform, "Unleash Your Inner Shower," and expands personal care line

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- New research led by method, a leading personal care and cleaning brand, reveals that Gen Z and Millennials see the shower as a transformational experience*. 89% of those surveyed have had great ideas in the shower, and 58% say taking a relaxing shower helps them feel like the best version of themselves. To celebrate the transformational power of the shower, method unveils "Unleash Your Inner Shower," its newest personal care creative platform.

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  • method unveils a new personal care creative platform, "Unleash Your Inner Shower," to harness the transformational power of showers.
  • SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- New research led by method , a leading personal care and cleaning brand, reveals that Gen Z and Millennials see the shower as a transformational experience*.
  • To celebrate the transformational power of the shower, method unveils "Unleash Your Inner Shower," its newest personal care creative platform.
  • With the expansion of its hair care line, method now offers a complete personal care regimen (shampoo, conditioner, body wash, deodorant, and lotion) to help people curate the perfect shower vibe and bring out their "inner shower."

Stingray Launches 18 New Channels in the US on Samsung TV Plus

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Friday, November 17, 2023

The new audio channels on Samsung TV Plus cater to a broad spectrum of musical tastes and genres.

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  • The new audio channels on Samsung TV Plus cater to a broad spectrum of musical tastes and genres.
  • Stingray is also launching video channels on Samsung TV Plus.
  • "This collaboration underscores the appeal of high-quality music experiences and significantly broadens our audience to millions of Samsung TV Plus users across the U.S.
  • This partnership with Samsung TV Plus underscores Stingray's commitment to expanding its reach and delivering its top-tier music content to a broader audience.

GREENROCK CAPITAL AND PETROS PACE FINANCE SECURE $62.6 MILLION C-PACE FINANCING FOR APPELLATION HEALDSBURG HOTEL

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Monday, November 13, 2023

SAN FRANCISCO and HEALDSBURG, Calif., Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- GreenRock Capital, a leading C-PACE Finance Company, and Petros PACE Finance, the largest C-PACE provider in the country and a leader in innovative and structured finance, together announced the close of $62.6 million in Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) financing for the construction of the Appellation Healdsburg hotel project located at 101 Dovetail in Healdsburg, Sonoma County. CCS Healdsburg Hotel, LLC, a partnership between Comstock Development Company, Wine Country Holdings an affiliate of Appellation, and HVH Investment will develop the property for the new culinary-forward luxury hotel brand and operator, Appellation.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO and HEALDSBURG, Calif., Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- GreenRock Capital, a leading C-PACE Finance Company, and Petros PACE Finance, the largest C-PACE provider in the country and a leader in innovative and structured finance, together announced the close of $62.6 million in Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) financing for the construction of the Appellation Healdsburg hotel project located at 101 Dovetail in Healdsburg, Sonoma County.
  • CCS Healdsburg Hotel, LLC, a partnership between Comstock Development Company, Wine Country Holdings an affiliate of Appellation, and HVH Investment will develop the property for the new culinary-forward luxury hotel brand and operator, Appellation.
  • "The Healdsburg hotel project is a prime example of a sophisticated developer using C-PACE to supplement their complex capital stack with financing that is both innovative and sustainable," said Mansoor Ghori, CEO and founder of Petros PACE Finance.
  • "This financing provides a long-term source of sustainability capital for this asset that has been accretive in the capital stack," said Nicholas Long, CFO, Comstock.

Looking Glass Labs Announces 2023 Annual Financial Results

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

On July 4, 2023, the Company announced the results of the Annual General Meeting held on 4 July 4, 2023.

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  • On July 4, 2023, the Company announced the results of the Annual General Meeting held on 4 July 4, 2023.
  • On May 29, 2023, the Company announced the launch of its next version Pocket Dimension.
  • On November 1, 2022, LGL launched the alpha version of Pocket Dimension, followed by the launch of the beta version on February 21, 2023.
  • On January 25, 2023, the Company announced that Adam Deffett had resigned from its Board of Directors.

Zen Media Appoints Neil Solomon as New President

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Monday, November 6, 2023

MIAMI, Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Zen Media (Zen), the award-winning B2B marketing and public relations firm, today announced the appointment of Neil Solomon as its new President. With 25 years of C-suite experience across various industries, Solomon brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his new role with an impressive track record in strategic leadership, innovative problem-solving, and driving significant business growth.

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  • MIAMI, Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Zen Media (Zen), the award-winning B2B marketing and public relations firm, today announced the appointment of Neil Solomon as its new President.
  • "We are thrilled to have Neil join our executive team in South Florida as President and tap into his critical understanding of opportunities that marketing, strategic communications, and PR can bring to an ever-increasing tech-enabled business world," said Shama Hyder, Founder & CEO of Zen Media.
  • "We are thrilled to have Neil join our executive team in South Florida as President and tap into his critical understanding of opportunities that marketing, strategic communications, and PR can bring to an ever-increasing tech-enabled business world," said Shama Hyder, Founder & CEO of Zen Media.
  • "I am honored to join Zen Media as President and am excited to work with the talented team here," said Solomon.

Award-Winning, Bestselling Inspirational Handbook, "Zen and the Art of Navigating College," Released as Audiobook

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

INDIANAPOLIS, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Award-winning and bestselling author Peter Klein has just released an audiobook version of his inspiring book, Zen and the Art of Navigating College: An Inquiry into the True Nature of Education and the Power of Self-Discovery. The unabridged audiobook is now available on Audible.com (an Amazon company). Klein's audiobook was previously released in print and eBook on July 11. The release of the audiobook format provides college students another avenue for personal growth while on-the-go.

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  • INDIANAPOLIS, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Award-winning and bestselling author Peter Klein has just released an audiobook version of his inspiring book, Zen and the Art of Navigating College: An Inquiry into the True Nature of Education and the Power of Self-Discovery.
  • Klein's audiobook was previously released in print and eBook on July 11.
  • The release of the audiobook format provides college students another avenue for personal growth while on-the-go.
  • To set up an interview, or for information regarding Zen and the Art of Navigating College, please contact [email protected] .

The Dahongshan Forum: A Beacon of Chinese Zen Culture's Worldwide Impact

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Monday, October 23, 2023

SUIZHOU, China, Oct. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- From October 19th to 20th, 2023, the inaugural event of the Silk Road Illumination: Exploring the Footprints of Chinese Civilization series, "Hubei Suizhou Dahongshan Zen Culture Forum — The Spread and Influence of Chinese Zen Culture Overseas" (the Dahongshan Forum), took place in Suizhou, Hubei. The forum welcomed over 500 religious scholars and delegates from 20 countries and regions, fostering an environment of shared knowledge and collaboration.

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  • SUIZHOU, China, Oct. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- From October 19th to 20th, 2023, the inaugural event of the Silk Road Illumination: Exploring the Footprints of Chinese Civilization series, "Hubei Suizhou Dahongshan Zen Culture Forum — The Spread and Influence of Chinese Zen Culture Overseas" (the Dahongshan Forum), took place in Suizhou, Hubei.
  • The forum welcomed over 500 religious scholars and delegates from 20 countries and regions, fostering an environment of shared knowledge and collaboration.
  • The forum's inauguration witnessed the handover of the Propagation Cup, symbolizing the global dissemination of Zen teachings and culture.
  • Chinese Zen culture holds a cherished position within China's rich tapestry of traditions.