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SmartRecruiters Appoints Rebecca Carr as Chief Product Officer

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023
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PALO ALTO, Calif., Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SmartRecruiters, the industry's leading All-in-One Hiring Platform, today announced the expansion of its leadership team with the appointment of SaaS leader Rebecca Carr as Chief Product Officer (CPO). Carr will oversee all facets of product, design, and platform ecosystem, reporting directly to CEO, Michael DeSimone.

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  • PALO ALTO, Calif., Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SmartRecruiters , the industry's leading All-in-One Hiring Platform, today announced the expansion of its leadership team with the appointment of SaaS leader Rebecca Carr as Chief Product Officer (CPO).
  • "Rebecca is precisely what we need in this remarkable time for our company and industry," said Michael DeSimone, CEO, SmartRecruiters.
  • Previously, she spent seven years at SmartRecruiters in a number of leadership roles, including product, customer success, professional services, product marketing, and solutions consulting.
  • "SmartRecruiters has the people, product, and platform to help companies hire faster and smarter," said Carr.

Present Creative to Provide New Innovative Content to Michigan Lottery

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Tuesday, August 30, 2022
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SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Veteran game development studio Present Creative has teamed up with partner EQL Games and entered into an agreement to offer next-generation iLottery content to the Michigan Lottery, the longest running lottery in the U.S. The agreement supports Present Creative's entry into the iLottery market by combining EQL Games' extensive lottery network and RGS technology with Present Creative's years of developing real money gaming and casual gaming experiences. Together the companies can bring a portfolio of high quality creative new content to the innovation hungry US iLottery market.

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  • Together the companies can bring a portfolio of high quality creative new content tothe innovation hungry US iLottery market.
  • Present Creative will work with the Michigan Lottery to help attract and retain customers through offerings of original online Instant Game content.
  • "Working together with EQL Games, we know that we can provide Michigan with new exciting games, helping drive their customer acquisition and revenue growth."
  • Previously, Present Creative built casual gaming products for industry leaders such as BigFish, Disney Interactive, EA, GSN, Jam City, and Zynga.

Trapdoor Creative integrates with Browzwear to Revolutionize Rendering

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Thursday, July 21, 2022
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SALT LAKE CITY, July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Trapdoor Creative, leader in 3D digital experiences, today announced a partnership with Browzwear that will bring Trapdoor's STAGE technology for 3D visualizations directly from Browzwear's VStitcher fashion design platform. This integration will enable VStitcher users to create, showcase, review and revise true-to-life 3D visualizations faster and easier than ever.

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  • Trapdoor Integrates with 3D Design Pioneer Browzwear to Make Creating Photorealistic 3D Visualizations from the VStitcher Fashion Design Platform Faster & Easier Than Ever.
  • SALT LAKE CITY, July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Trapdoor Creative , leader in 3D digital experiences, today announced a partnership with Browzwear that will bring Trapdoor's STAGE technology for 3D visualizations directly from Browzwear's VStitcher fashion design platform.
  • The integration of the STAGE API from Trapdoor Creative is part of Browzwear's open platform approach, which facilitates connections between VStitcher and an array of industry-related software solutions.
  • "We are confident this integration with Browzwear will empower fashion businesses to operate more efficiently throughout the entire process," said Trapdoor Creative Founder and CEO Barry Zundel.

Mattel Appoints Josh Silverman Global Head of Consumer Products and Chief Franchise Officer

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Thursday, June 16, 2022
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Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) announced today that Josh Silverman has been appointed as Global Head of Consumer Products and Chief Franchise Officer, effective September 1, 2022.

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  • Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) announced today that Josh Silverman has been appointed as Global Head of Consumer Products and Chief Franchise Officer, effective September 1, 2022.
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    In his role at Mattel, Silverman will oversee global consumer products licensing, franchise management, retail development, as well as publishing, live experiences, and location-based entertainment.
  • Josh is an exceptional and talented leader and widely regarded as one of the most accomplished executives in consumer products.
  • Prior to that, Silverman was Executive Vice President of Global Franchise Licensing for Disney Consumer Products, responsible for the global consumer products licensing business and franchise management.

Estrella Media Elevates René Santaella to Chief Digital and Streaming Officer

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Thursday, June 9, 2022
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Estrella Media, the transformative Spanish-language media company that serves a diverse multiplatform Latino audience in the U.S., has announced that Ren Santaella has been elevated to the role of Chief Digital and Streaming Officer for the company.

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  • Estrella Media, the transformative Spanish-language media company that serves a diverse multiplatform Latino audience in the U.S., has announced that Ren Santaella has been elevated to the role of Chief Digital and Streaming Officer for the company.
  • Santaella was EVP, Digital & Streaming Media, and helped launch the company's successful streaming and AVOD platforms.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220609005406/en/
    Ren Santaella, Chief Digital and Streaming Officer, Estrella Media.
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    "Since joining our team, Ren has been hyper-focused on creating and building a dominant streaming and on-demand digital content business," said Peter Markham, CEO of Estrella Media.

Accurate Background Intensifies Focus on Technology Innovation and Operational Excellence

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Monday, March 7, 2022
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These executive appointments reinforce the company's strategic focus on technology innovation and operational excellence, both of which are core to the company's growth and its mission of advancing the screening experience through visibility and insights.

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  • These executive appointments reinforce the company's strategic focus on technology innovation and operational excellence, both of which are core to the company's growth and its mission of advancing the screening experience through visibility and insights.
  • With the hiring headwinds many employers are facing today, a seamless hiring process is more essential than ever," said Tim Dowd, CEO of Accurate Background.
  • "Accurate has led the market with its forward-thinking view on technology as a key enabler of the products and services we offer.
  • Fung has been a technology leader at Accurate since 2015, spearheading several key initiatives to transform the company's technology.

ThriftBooks Appoints Ken Goldstein as CEO

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Tuesday, March 1, 2022
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Seattle, March 01, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ThriftBooks Global, the worlds largest independent online seller of used books, announced today that Ken Goldstein has been named the companys chairman and chief executive officer.

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  • Seattle, March 01, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ThriftBooks Global, the worlds largest independent online seller of used books, announced today that Ken Goldstein has been named the companys chairman and chief executive officer.
  • He previously served as the companys executive chairman and has been on the ThriftBooks board of directors since 2013.
  • Goldstein has enjoyed an extensive career in senior management roles driving innovation in technology, media, entertainment, and e-commerce.
  • It is an incomparable honor to lead this inspired team at ThriftBooks, said Goldstein.

XR Immersive Tech Closes Acquisition of Synthesis VR Inc.

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Tuesday, February 22, 2022
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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 22, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- XR Immersive Tech Inc. (“Immersive Tech”, or the “Company”) (CSE:VRAR) (FSE:79W) (OTCQB: FNTTF) is pleased to announce, further to its press releases dated January 6, 2022 and September 20, 2021 that it has completed the acquisition of 100% of the equity interests of California-based Synthesis VR Inc. (“Synthesis VR”) (the “Transaction”), through the payment of cash and issuance of common shares of the Company (“Shares”) pursuant to a share purchase agreement dated effective January 4, 2022 between the Company, as purchaser, and the holders of the equity interests of Synthesis VR, as vendors (the “SPA”)..

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  • Shabeer Sinnalebbe, Head of XR Networks and former CEO of Synthesis VR states We are extremely pleased to join the Immersive Tech team.
  • In connection with the Acquisition, Immersive Tech has agreed to pay a finders fee (the Finders Fee) to Vert Consulting Inc. (Vert) pursuant to a finders agreement (the Finders Agreement) dated October 1, 2021 between Immersive Tech and Vert in connection with the Acquisition.
  • XR Immersive Tech Inc. (formerly Fantasy 360 Technologies Inc. d/b/a Immersive Tech)
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    This news release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities in any jurisdiction.
  • ABOUT XR IMMERSIVE TECH INC.
    Immersive Tech (formerly Fantasy 360 Technologies Inc.) is building the industry's premier location-based Metaverse Platform.

XR Immersive Enters Into Investor Relations Agreement

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Wednesday, February 16, 2022
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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 16, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- XR Immersive Tech Inc. (Immersive Tech, or the Company) (CSE:VRAR) (FSE:79W) (OTCQB: FNTTF) is pleased to announce that it has retained Lytham Partners, LLC ("Lytham") to provide investor and public relations services on a month-to-month basis, pursuant to an agreement dated effective February 1, 2022.

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 16, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- XR Immersive Tech Inc. (Immersive Tech, or the Company) (CSE:VRAR) (FSE:79W) (OTCQB: FNTTF) is pleased to announce that it has retained Lytham Partners, LLC ("Lytham") to provide investor and public relations services on a month-to-month basis, pursuant to an agreement dated effective February 1, 2022.
  • The Agreement may be renewed or terminated by either party on thirty days written notice.
  • XR Immersive Tech Inc. (formerly Fantasy 360 Technologies Inc. d/b/a Immersive Tech)
    For further information about Immersive Tech, please contact:
    ABOUT XR IMMERSIVE TECH INC.
    XR Immersive Tech (formerly Fantasy 360 Technologies Inc.) is building the industry's premier location-based Metaverse Platform.
  • This news release contains forward-looking information and forward-looking statements (collectively, forward-looking information) within the meaning of applicable securities laws.

XR Immersive Tech Launches Custom Experience for YouTuber Sensation Chris Ramsay

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Tuesday, February 15, 2022
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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- XR Immersive Tech Inc. (Immersive Tech, or the Company) (CSE:VRAR) (FSE:79W) (OTCQB: FNTTF) is excited to announce the completion and unveiling of a custom mixed media escape experience for recognized magician Chris Ramsay.

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- XR Immersive Tech Inc. (Immersive Tech, or the Company) (CSE:VRAR) (FSE:79W) (OTCQB: FNTTF) is excited to announce the completion and unveiling of a custom mixed media escape experience for recognized magician Chris Ramsay.
  • Accompanying the release of the video is a limited edition at-home experience also designed by the XR Immersive Tech team.
  • The experience features custom Ramsay cards, booklet and a mobile app escape experience which fans can purchase today from his online store .
  • For further information about XR Immersive Tech, please contact:
    XR Immersive Tech is building the industry's premier location-based Metaverse Platform.