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ARKO Reports Record Revenue and Profitability in 2022

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Monday, February 27, 2023

RICHMOND, Va., Feb. 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ARKO Corp. (Nasdaq: ARKO) (“ARKO” or the “Company”), a Fortune 500 company and one of the largest convenience store operators in the United States, today announced financial results for the quarter and year ended December 31, 2022.

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  • Fuel profitability (excluding intercompany charges by GPMP) was approximately $16.9 million for the quarter, and approximately $27.8 million for the full year2.
  • ARKO continued to execute its long-term growth strategy with four accretive acquisitions announced in 2022, marking 22 total acquisitions completed since 2013 and two more pending.
  • The Pride acquisition closed on December 6, 2022, adding 31 convenience stores in Massachusetts and Connecticut, and one new-to-industry (NTI) store that broke ground in July 2022.
  • On December 27, 2022, ARKO published its inaugural ESG report, built upon its ESG policy and reporting a baseline governance framework, environmental initiatives and social responsibility initiatives.

Black Directors Health Equity Initiative to Honor Billye Suber Aaron at Atlanta Summit

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Wednesday, October 5, 2022

ATLANTA, Oct. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Broadcaster, activist and philanthropist Billye Suber Aaron will be honored at the Black Directors Health Equity Initiative (BDHEA) 2022 National Summit meeting in Atlanta.

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  • ATLANTA, Oct. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Broadcaster, activist and philanthropist Billye Suber Aaron will be honored at the Black Directors Health Equity Initiative (BDHEA) 2022 National Summit meeting in Atlanta.
  • Mrs. Billye Suber Aaron shares the BDHEA's goal of advancing health equity and is a longtime Morehouse School of Medicine supporter.
  • The Aarons' gift to expand the Hugh M. Gloster Medical Education Building was essential in building the meeting rooms and laboratories of its distinctive Billye Suber Aaron Pavilion.
  • The Black Directors Health Equity Agenda (BDHEA) is made up of board directors and senior leaders who are working to eradicate the health disparities and inequities that threaten the individual and collective prosperity of Black families.

ARKO Corp. Closes its 21st Acquisition with the Purchase of one the Largest Fleet Fueling Cardlock Operators on the U.S. East Coast

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Monday, July 25, 2022

We plan to continue to pursue acquisitions like the Quarles Acquisition as we focus on strategic growth that generates long-term shareholder value, said Arie Kotler, President and CEO of ARKO.

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  • We plan to continue to pursue acquisitions like the Quarles Acquisition as we focus on strategic growth that generates long-term shareholder value, said Arie Kotler, President and CEO of ARKO.
  • They are accomplished operators, and we welcome them into our Family of Community Brands.
  • The Quarles Acquisition is ARKOs 21st acquisition since 2013, emphasizing the Companys aggressive growth strategy.
  • It therefore may not be possible to compare our use of these non-GAAP financial measures with those used by other companies.

Midland States Bancorp Appoints Sherina Maye Edwards to Board of Directors

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Friday, June 10, 2022

EFFINGHAM, Ill., June 10, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Midland States Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: MSBI) (the Company or Midland) announced today that Sherina Maye Edwards has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Company and Midland States Bank.

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  • EFFINGHAM, Ill., June 10, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Midland States Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: MSBI) (the Company or Midland) announced today that Sherina Maye Edwards has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Company and Midland States Bank.
  • With the addition of Ms. Edwards, the Companys Board of Directors now has 11 members, with 10 of the directors classified as independent.
  • We are very pleased to add Sherina to our Board of Directors, said Jeffrey C. Smith, Chairman of the Board of the Company.
  • Midland States Bancorp, Inc. is a community-based financial holding company headquartered in Effingham, Illinois, and is the sole shareholder of Midland States Bank.

Investment in Product Development and Increased Hiring Reinforces HYAS Infosec’s Mission to Shake Up the Cybersecurity Industry

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Wednesday, May 18, 2022

Hunt is currently chief product officer at SecurityScorecard, and he previously served as EVP, cybersecurity product innovation at Mastercard, and as CTO at Intel Corp, leading innovation in the McAfee cybersecurity product line.

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  • Hunt is currently chief product officer at SecurityScorecard, and he previously served as EVP, cybersecurity product innovation at Mastercard, and as CTO at Intel Corp, leading innovation in the McAfee cybersecurity product line.
  • It will include industry leaders as well as practitioners, bringing together some of the best minds in the field.
  • "The cybersecurity industry needs a refresh, and HYAS is on the planet to change the game.
  • I am thrilled to support the HYAS team, as they are taking a unique approach to cybersecurity that is industry-changing, said Hunt.

Dorsey Opens Phoenix Office

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Tuesday, January 18, 2022

The lawyers establishing Dorseys Phoenix office include Scott Jenkins, Isaac Gabriel, and Andrea Palmer, all of whom most recently practiced in the Phoenix office of the Quarles & Brady law firm.

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  • The lawyers establishing Dorseys Phoenix office include Scott Jenkins, Isaac Gabriel, and Andrea Palmer, all of whom most recently practiced in the Phoenix office of the Quarles & Brady law firm.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220118005961/en/
    Scott Jenkins has joined Dorsey's new Phoenix office as a Partner and Office Head.
  • (Photo: Dorsey & Whitney LLP)
    Scott Jenkins, Dorseys Phoenix Office Head, is a trusted advisor and problem solver for his clients and contacts.
  • It is truly an exciting opportunity for us and we are looking forward to introducing Dorsey to the Phoenix market, said new Dorsey Partner and head of the Phoenix office, Scott Jenkins.

Trecora Resources to Host First Quarter 2021 Earnings Conference Call on Wednesday, May 5

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Tuesday, April 27, 2021

b'SUGAR LAND, Texas, April27,2021 /PRNewswire/ --Trecora Resources (NYSE: TREC), a leading provider of specialty hydrocarbons and waxes, today announced the planned release of its first quarter 2021financial results after market close on Tuesday, May 4, 2021.

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  • b'SUGAR LAND, Texas, April27,2021 /PRNewswire/ --Trecora Resources (NYSE: TREC), a leading provider of specialty hydrocarbons and waxes, today announced the planned release of its first quarter 2021financial results after market close on Tuesday, May 4, 2021.
  • President and Chief Executive Officer, Patrick D. Quarles, and Chief Financial Officer, Sami Ahmad, will host a conference call on Wednesday, May 5, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. Central Time/10:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss the results.\n'

Defy Partners Announces Kamil Saeid as Partner, Christa Quarles and Bryan Goldberg as Defy Sages and the promotions of Madison McIlwain and Purvi Shah

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Monday, March 8, 2021

Defy has brought on two new members to its unique Sage program including Christa Quarles and Bryan Goldberg .

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  • Defy has brought on two new members to its unique Sage program including Christa Quarles and Bryan Goldberg .
  • The promotions of Madison and Purvi to Partner are an indication of their exceptional performance and our commitment to building a multigenerational firm."
  • The firm also announced two new Sages, Christa Quarles and Bryan Goldberg, both of whom have 20 year friendships with Defy's founding team.
  • Current team members, Purvi Shah and Madison McIlwain, are taking on new leadership roles to support Defy's recent growth.

Christa Quarles Joins Corel as Chief Executive Officer

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Tuesday, September 29, 2020

OTTAWA, Sept. 29, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Corel Corporation (Corel) today announced that Christa Quarles has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer and a member of the companys Board of Directors.

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  • OTTAWA, Sept. 29, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Corel Corporation (Corel) today announced that Christa Quarles has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer and a member of the companys Board of Directors.
  • Given the explosion in demand for workplace productivity solutions, its an exciting time for our business, said Christa Quarles, CEO of Corel.
  • Ms. Quarles is a seasoned executive with over two decades of experience leading companies and spearheading financial and operational initiatives.
  • Corel, the Corel logo, the Corel Balloon logo, CorelDRAW, MindManager, and WinZip are trademarks or registered trademarks of Corel Corporation and/or its affiliates in Canada, the U.S. and elsewhere.

INTREN Names Sherina Maye Edwards as Interim CEO; President & CEO Kelly Tomblin Returns to Utility Sector

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Monday, August 31, 2020

INTREN Board Member Sherina Maye Edwards, who is an attorney and partner at Quarles & Brady in Chicago, has been named interim CEO.

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  • INTREN Board Member Sherina Maye Edwards, who is an attorney and partner at Quarles & Brady in Chicago, has been named interim CEO.
  • "Sherina is a three-year board member with extensive experience and deep connections throughout the energy industry.
  • "Sherina is also a long-time champion for diversity and inclusion and will continue our efforts throughout every level of the organization."
  • INTREN is proud to serve many of the country's foremost utility companies, private contractors and developers, municipalities and cooperatives.