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COSMOPROF NORTH AMERICA'S 20TH EDITION EXHIBITION A HUGE SUCCESS

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023

LAS VEGAS, July 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cosmoprof North America, the beauty industry's leading B2B exhibition, wrapped up an exceptional 20th anniversary edition at the Las Vegas Convention Center from July 11–13, 2023.

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  • LAS VEGAS, July 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cosmoprof North America, the beauty industry's leading B2B exhibition, wrapped up an exceptional 20th anniversary edition at the Las Vegas Convention Center from July 11–13, 2023.
  • The 20th edition underscores that Cosmoprof North America is the premier launching pad for beauty industry news and innovation around the world, attracting visitors and exhibitors from 108 countries to the three-day event.
  • We are excited to leverage the momentum gained from this exhibition and look forward to our participation at the Miami Edition of Cosmoprof North America, scheduled for January 2024."
  • The Cosmoprof platform extends throughout the entire world, with Cosmoprof North America, Cosmoprof CBE ASEAN, Cosmoprof India, and Cosmoprof Asia.

Academy Sports + Outdoors Announces Promotion of Carl Ford to Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

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Tuesday, July 11, 2023

KATY, Texas, July 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Academy Sports + Outdoors, Inc. ("Academy" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: ASO) today announced that Carl Ford has been promoted to Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer effective July 12, 2023, succeeding Michael Mullican, who recently transitioned to President.

Key Points: 
  • KATY, Texas, July 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Academy Sports + Outdoors, Inc. ("Academy" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: ASO) today announced that Carl Ford has been promoted to Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer effective July 12, 2023, succeeding Michael Mullican, who recently transitioned to President.
  • Mr. Ford has served as Academy's Senior Vice President, Finance since January 2019.
  • Prior to joining Academy, he served as Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis at Belk, Inc. where he spent 15 years.
  • "I am thrilled to announce the promotion of Carl Ford to Chief Financial Officer," says Michael Mullican Academy Sports + Outdoors President.

COSMOPROF NORTH AMERICA'S 20TH EDITION IS SET FOR AN EXCITING ANNIVERSARY EXHIBITION

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023

LAS VEGAS, June 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cosmoprof North America will host its highly anticipated 20th edition at the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC) in Las Vegas, NV, from July 11-13, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • The beauty business has never been bigger and better, and Cosmoprof North America stands at the heart of this dynamic industry.
  • The beauty business has never been bigger and better, and Cosmoprof North America stands at the heart of this dynamic industry.
  • The 20th edition will return to a one-hall format (the West Hall in LVCC) to ease navigation between different product sectors.
  • The Cosmoprof platform extends throughout the entire world, with Cosmoprof North America, Cosmoprof CBE ASEAN, Cosmoprof India, and Cosmoprof Asia.

CTO Realty Growth Announces Acquisition of 446,500 Square Foot Retail Power Center in Dallas, Texas for $61.2 Million

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Monday, June 12, 2023

WINTER PARK, Fla., June 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CTO Realty Growth, Inc. (NYSE: CTO) (the “Company” or “CTO”) today announced the acquisition of Plaza at Rockwall, a 446,500 square foot multi-tenant retail power center in the Rockwall submarket of Dallas, Texas (the “Property”) for a purchase price of $61.2 million.

Key Points: 
  • WINTER PARK, Fla., June 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CTO Realty Growth, Inc. (NYSE: CTO) (the “Company” or “CTO”) today announced the acquisition of Plaza at Rockwall, a 446,500 square foot multi-tenant retail power center in the Rockwall submarket of Dallas, Texas (the “Property”) for a purchase price of $61.2 million.
  • The purchase price represents a going-in cap rate above the range of the Company’s current guidance for initial cash yields.
  • Plaza at Rockwall is situated on 42 acres along I-30, just over 20 miles northeast of downtown Dallas, Texas.
  • The acquisition was structured as a reverse like-kind exchange in anticipation of possible future income property dispositions by the Company.

Conn’s, Inc. Reports First Quarter Fiscal Year 2024 Financial Results

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

“Our first quarter results were generally in-line with our expectations and reflect a challenging macroeconomic environment.

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  • “Our first quarter results were generally in-line with our expectations and reflect a challenging macroeconomic environment.
  • “After last year’s successful eCommerce platform conversion and recent enhancements to our application process, eCommerce sales increased 24.6% during the first quarter.
  • We also launched our new in-house lease-to-own offering during the first quarter.
  • The following table presents net sales and changes in net sales by category:
    Three Months Ended April 30,

CLINIQUE & KATE SPADE NEW YORK UNVEIL THEIR FIRST-EVER BRAND COLLABORATION AND LIMITED-EDITION CAPSULE COLLECTION

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

NEW YORK, June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Clinique, a leading prestige beauty brand for more than 55 years, announces its first-ever collaboration with global lifestyle brand kate spade new york, aiming to surprise and delight long-standing fans while reaching new consumers who are immersed in the worlds of fashion and beauty.

Key Points: 
  • Clinique and kate spade are joining forces to unveil a playful collaboration that combines vibrant kate spade new york patterns with a collection of Clinique's Pop Plush Creamy Lip Gloss.
  • Clinique and kate spade share a powerful narrative that supports their global communities, bolstering the confidence of its customers with on-trend pieces.
  • "kate spade new york is thrilled to collaborate with Clinique as we introduce a colorful capsule that perfectly infuses our heritage brand codes in fresh designs," says Charlotte Warshaw, Vice President of Americas wholesale, travel retail and global licensing at kate spade new york.
  • The Clinique x kate spade new york collection will be sold on clinique.com, Macy's and Belk in the US, and Shoppers in Canada beginning on June 1, 2023.

Hero Digital Expands Leadership Team with Chris Kostakis as New Chief Technology Officer

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023

NEW YORK, May 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hero Digital, a leading independent digital customer experience company, has appointed industry veteran Chris Kostakis as Chief Technology Officer to lead the company's future technology vision and capabilities. 

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, May 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hero Digital , a leading independent digital customer experience company, has appointed industry veteran Chris Kostakis as Chief Technology Officer to lead the company's future technology vision and capabilities.
  • With two decades of experience in the digital customer experience and commerce technology space, Kostakis is a proven leader in leveraging technology-driven strategies and capabilities for high-growth businesses through digital experience, commerce, and marketing transformation.
  • As the chief technology officer, Kostakis will oversee Hero Digital's technology capabilities and solutions that include capability and talent development; creation of value-add technology assets; strategic partnership roadmap; and the company's global technology delivery operations.
  • "I am thrilled to join Hero Digital's team of digital customer experience leaders and problem solvers, and to be part of a company that is pushing boundaries when it comes to digital experience and commerce solutions," said Kostakis.

Virtual Reality Brings Clinical Education into a New Dimension

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Friday, May 26, 2023

He will share his insights and experiences on using cutting-edge technology to revolutionize air medical training and critical care education.

Key Points: 
  • He will share his insights and experiences on using cutting-edge technology to revolutionize air medical training and critical care education.
  • “At Air Methods , we are constantly seeking new ways to improve the skills and knowledge of our medical personnel, and the use of virtual reality has been a game-changer,” said Belk.
  • These healthcare simulation and training leaders will discuss their extensive experiences integrating virtual reality into their healthcare simulation enterprises.
  • They will also share some of the lessons they’ve learned about the benefits and challenges of VR in medical training, as well as best practices for both users and educators in medicine.

Manhattan Associates Unveils Cutting-Edge Innovations in Supply Chain Commerce at Momentum 2023

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023

Manhattan Associates Inc. (NASDAQ: MANH) today kicked off its highly anticipated Momentum 2023 conference, the premier annual event that brings together industry leaders, innovators, customers and experts who are shaping the future of retail and supply chain excellence.

Key Points: 
  • Manhattan Associates Inc. (NASDAQ: MANH) today kicked off its highly anticipated Momentum 2023 conference, the premier annual event that brings together industry leaders, innovators, customers and experts who are shaping the future of retail and supply chain excellence.
  • This year’s event is set to be an unforgettable gathering of like-minded professionals dedicated to innovation and revolutionizing the supply chain commerce landscape.
  • Manhattan will showcase latest innovations using fourth industrial revolution technologies including artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, and the Internet of Things (IoT) in supply chain commerce.
  • Manhattan executives will unveil the latest solutions that build on the company’s vision of unified supply chain commerce.

Belk Adds 10 Additional Belk Outlet Locations Opening in May

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Thursday, May 18, 2023

CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Belk is expanding the retailer's latest shopping concept, the Belk Outlet, to an additional ten locations this month.

Key Points: 
  • CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Belk is expanding the retailer's latest shopping concept, the Belk Outlet, to an additional ten locations this month.
  • Belk debuted its first outlet in January 2023 in Greeneville, TN, before opening an additional five locations by early April.
  • As more Belk Outlets continue to open, Belk customers can't stop raving about the new shopping concept.
  • The next 10 Belk Outlet locations are:
    The official celebrations of the 10 new Belk Outlets will take place on Saturday, June 3.