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NV5 Acquires ASG Engineering Consultants, Enhances Building Technology Services in Middle East and Asia

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

HOLLYWOOD, Fla., April 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NV5 Global, Inc. (the “Company” or “NV5”) (Nasdaq: NVEE), a provider of technology, conformity assessment, and consulting solutions, announced today that it has acquired ASG Engineering Consultants (“ASG”), a provider of structural engineering, permitting, and compliance services in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE).

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  • HOLLYWOOD, Fla., April 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NV5 Global, Inc. (the “Company” or “NV5”) (Nasdaq: NVEE), a provider of technology, conformity assessment, and consulting solutions, announced today that it has acquired ASG Engineering Consultants (“ASG”), a provider of structural engineering, permitting, and compliance services in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE).
  • ASG’s talented team of engineers, BIM technicians, and technical professionals have delivered engineering design and oversight services for premier education, hospitality, stadium, and commercial structures throughout the Middle East, particularly in Saudi Arabia and the UAE.
  • NV5’s full-service capabilities now include MEP, technology, and structural engineering, and these uniquely comprehensive design solutions will provide a competitive advantage when pursuing projects throughout the Middle East and Asia Pacific, including data center projects.
  • “Having worked with NV5 for many years, we are excited to join the NV5 team and look forward to the expanded scope of services we can now offer to our clients,” said Derek Astbury, Managing Director of ASG Engineering Consultants.

Aurora Spine Corporation Celebrates Second Anniversary of Initial Implantation of the World’s First Bone Density Matched DEXA-C Cervical Interbody Fusion Device

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

The DEXA-C implants, a line of cervical cages for anterior cervical discectomy with fusion (ACDF) procedures, are the first of its kind in the world offering an implant based upon a patient's bone density.

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  • The DEXA-C implants, a line of cervical cages for anterior cervical discectomy with fusion (ACDF) procedures, are the first of its kind in the world offering an implant based upon a patient's bone density.
  • I am able to confidently offer multilevel anterior fusions to patients who likely could not have benefitted from other existing implants because of their bone density.
  • In June 2023, Aurora announced that the first patient has been enrolled for its multicenter study of DEXA-CTM Cervical Interbody System.
  • Preliminarily, we have seen both in radiographs and surgical exploration that patients have incipient bone fusion by 90 days after surgery.

Certified Collectibles Group to Acquire James Spence Authentication

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

Certified Collectibles Group® (CCG®), the leader in authenticating and grading collectibles, is excited to announce that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire James Spence Authentication® (JSA®), the leader in autograph authentication.

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  • Certified Collectibles Group® (CCG®), the leader in authenticating and grading collectibles, is excited to announce that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire James Spence Authentication® (JSA®), the leader in autograph authentication.
  • JSA was founded in 2005 by James Spence, Jr., a giant in the world of autograph and memorabilia collecting.
  • “CCG and JSA are the perfect match, with a shared passion for collectibles along with an unwavering commitment to expertise and integrity,” said Steven R. Eichenbaum, CEO of the Certified Collectibles Group.
  • Although CCG pioneered witnessed authentication of autographs through its popular CGC Signature Series service, it has never offered full authentication and grading services for collectibles with unwitnessed autographs.

onsemi Aligns Business Groups to Expand Product Portfolio and Accelerate Growth

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

The group will be focused on expanding onsemi’s portfolio of industry-leading power management and sensor interface devices to unlock an additional $19.3 billion total addressable market and accelerate the company’s growth in the automotive, industrial and cloud-end markets.

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  • The group will be focused on expanding onsemi’s portfolio of industry-leading power management and sensor interface devices to unlock an additional $19.3 billion total addressable market and accelerate the company’s growth in the automotive, industrial and cloud-end markets.
  • Additionally, Simon Keeton has been promoted to group president of the Power Solutions Group (PSG).
  • It positions onsemi to become a full suite provider of high efficiency power tree solutions with an expanded portfolio of gate drivers, DC-DC converters, multi-phase controllers, eFuses and more.
  • onsemi will publish its first quarter 2024 earnings based on the reorganized business segments and provide comparable historical data.

SA World Launches on Injective to Boost Value of Gaming Ecosystem

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Thursday, March 28, 2024

NEW YORK, March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Injective, the blockchain built for decentralized finance, today announced the launch of SA World, its latest effort to incorporate GameFi into its industry-leading DeFi infrastructure. Developed by OneChain Studios and backed by prominent ventures such as Pantera, Coinbase, and Spartan Capital, SA World, previously one of the largest gaming networks on Polygon and BNB Chain, is the one-stop Web3 gaming destination offering an extensive selection of rewarding games alongside a comprehensive suite of streamlined and efficient game management tools.

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  • The launch on Injective is a major move in supercharging the web3 gaming ecosystem.
  • Powering the gaming ecosystem's growth is Injective's groundbreaking L1 blockchain network, featuring lowest transaction costs and subsecond block times.
  • "SA World's launch on Injective marks a significant stride towards enhancing the economic infrastructure for GameFi," said Eric Chen, CEO and co-founder of Injective Labs.
  • Integration into Injective immediately opens SA World's and Injective's ecosystems to 150,000 account holders and 7,000 NFT holders of SA World.

As Generative AI Shifts Business Strategy, New ServiceNow and Deloitte Outlook Outlines Key Actions for Business Leaders to Drive Value

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Monday, March 4, 2024

NEW YORK, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Generative AI (GenAI) has caught business leaders' and stakeholders' attention alike, but its success will be highly dependent on the human capabilities that empower it, reveals Deloitte and ServiceNow's "2024 Workflow Automation Outlook." Amid the undeniable energy around GenAI, organizations can unlock value by managing the new landscape with operating models that turn unexpected benefits into real business wins. In its third year, the outlook shares five crucial steps leaders can take to gain a competitive edge, build a proactive strategy, and fuel industry innovation — all backed by the power of GenAI.

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  • "Deloitte and ServiceNow are stepping up to help organizations benefit from GenAI — more personalized, deeper insights and extraordinary business outcomes and value."
  • Deloitte continues to scale its AI capabilities, alliances and offerings following the introduction of its Generative AI practice in 2023 .
  • Deloitte is also investing +$2 billion in global learning and development initiatives to boost skills in AI and other areas.
  • To read the full 2024 Workflow Automation Outlook and learn more about the ServiceNow and Deloitte alliance, visit: Drive Value from GenAI—and Beyond (deloitte.com) .

Opteon CEO Named 2024 Valuation Visionary

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

TOLEDO, Ohio, Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Opteon, a leading global appraisal management company (AMC) and staff appraisal firm, announced today that Chris Knight, Opteon's Chief Executive Officer, has been chosen as the 2024 Valuation Visionary honoree by the Collateral Risk Network (CRN).

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  • TOLEDO, Ohio, Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Opteon , a leading global appraisal management company (AMC) and staff appraisal firm, announced today that Chris Knight, Opteon's Chief Executive Officer, has been chosen as the 2024 Valuation Visionary honoree by the Collateral Risk Network (CRN).
  • Knight is the 15th recipient of the Valuation Visionary award and will be presented with the award during the CRN event at Valuation Expo 2024.
  • Joan Trice, Founder and President of the CRN states, "Chris Knight is a visionary in the appraisal industry.
  • This acquisition enhances ASG's ability to provide innovative valuation products and solutions and strengthens its position as a market leader in the appraisal tech industry.

Ackerley Sports Group Announces Investment in Springboks

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

"We are excited to partner with a legendary global sports franchise like the Springboks.

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  • "We are excited to partner with a legendary global sports franchise like the Springboks.
  • This investment in the Springboks represents a unique opportunity for us to match the on-field success of the team with the resources needed to establish and sustain the franchise as a global powerhouse.
  • Ackerley Sports Group is an expansion of the investment practice established in 2002 by Ted and Christopher Ackerley at Ackerley Partners and includes four other members of the team, including their London-based partner, Timothy Kirkwood, who is overseeing the Springbok's relationship.
  • The South African national rugby union team known as the Springboks is the country's national team governed by the South African Rugby Union.

Aurora Spine’s Second Patent Related to DEXA Technology™ Patient-Matched Implant Technology Issued by the United States Patent Office

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Monday, February 5, 2024

Aurora Spine’s first-of-its kind DEXA Technology™ is designed to match a patient’s bone density, promote bone in-growth while maintaining the biomechanical structure and bone support.

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  • Aurora Spine’s first-of-its kind DEXA Technology™ is designed to match a patient’s bone density, promote bone in-growth while maintaining the biomechanical structure and bone support.
  • Aurora Spine’s DEXA Technology™ is part of the company's advanced portfolio representing the future of Spinal and Orthopedic implants.
  • Following fundamental principles of patent focused innovation, DEXA Technology™ was logically created and patented to combine the essential design benefits of conventional machining and additive implant manufacturing.
  • The proprietary engineering behind our DEXA Technology™ is advancing the science of implant technology, and ultimately helping improve patient fusion rates and overall clinical outcomes.

Alpine Investors Names Mark Strauch as President and Promotes Three to Partner and Four to Principal

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

Alpine Investors (“Alpine”), a Certified B Corp people-driven private equity firm committed to building enduring software and services companies, has announced Mark Strauch as President and promoted three professionals to Partner and four professionals to Principal.

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  • Alpine Investors (“Alpine”), a Certified B Corp people-driven private equity firm committed to building enduring software and services companies, has announced Mark Strauch as President and promoted three professionals to Partner and four professionals to Principal.
  • Mark Strauch, a Founding Partner and co-leader of the firm’s Investing team, has been named Alpine’s President.
  • Mark also is a co-founder and chairman of Alpine Software Group (ASG) , the firm's affiliate software platform that buys, builds, and operates vertical SaaS businesses.
  • Since joining Alpine, Haley has closed more than 30 deals and served on the board of six Alpine portfolio companies.