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Charles River Associates (CRA) Appoints New Board Director and Announces Upcoming Changes to Committee Chairs

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Wednesday, January 3, 2024
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“Her 35-year career has included leadership roles in finance and controls, risk management, regulatory compliance, and business management.

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  • “Her 35-year career has included leadership roles in finance and controls, risk management, regulatory compliance, and business management.
  • Mr. Concannon will continue to serve as Lead Director and as a member of the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee.
  • Also effective March 1, Richard Booth will chair the Audit Committee, replacing Robert Holthausen , who has served as chair since 2015.
  • “I want to thank all of the committee chairs for their strategic leadership and hard work,” said Maleh.

Açaí Brand OAKBERRY Raises $67 million in Series C Funding with BTG Pactual to Grow U.S. Restaurant Footprint

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Tuesday, January 2, 2024
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MIAMI, Jan. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, global açaí brand OAKBERRY announced that it has successfully raised $67 million (325 million Brazilian Reais) through a Series C funding round. The round was raised through funds managed by the Brazilian investment bank BTG Pactual (BPAC11) – the largest investment bank in Latin America, including an impact fund portfolio. The new partnership will accelerate OAKBERRY's global expansion strategy, most notably through rapid growth in the United States market.

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  • Through the latest funding round from BTG Pactual, OAKBERRY is expected to grow revenue to $200MM and expand to 1,000 locations in the next year
    MIAMI, Jan. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, global açaí brand OAKBERRY announced that it has successfully raised $67 million (325 million Brazilian Reais) through a Series C funding round.
  • The round was raised through funds managed by the Brazilian investment bank BTG Pactual (BPAC11) – the largest investment bank in Latin America, including an impact fund portfolio.
  • The new partnership will accelerate OAKBERRY's global expansion strategy, most notably through rapid growth in the United States market.
  • Now, the Brazilian-founded açaí brand expects to reach over $200 million in revenue and nearly 1,000 stores globally by the end of 2024.

Nine Mile Metals Increases Flow Through Financing to $1.5 Million

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023
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The FT private placement will now consist of the sale of up to 7,500,000 FT Units at $0.20 each, for gross proceeds of up to $1,500,000.

Key Points: 
  • The FT private placement will now consist of the sale of up to 7,500,000 FT Units at $0.20 each, for gross proceeds of up to $1,500,000.
  • Each FT Unit will be comprised of one common share, issued on a flow-through basis (“FT Share”) and one-half Common Share purchase warrant, issued on a non-flowthrough basis (“Warrant").
  • No Related Parties intend to participate in and no new control persons will be created by the FT private placement.
  • All securities issued in the FT private placement will be subject to a four-month and a day hold period.

Canadian North Resources Inc. Reports Exceptional Operational and Financial Results for the Third Quarter Ended September 30, 2023

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Thursday, November 30, 2023
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TORONTO, Nov. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canadian North Resources Inc. (“the Company”, TSXV: CNRI; OTCQX: CNRSF; FSE: EO0 (E-O-zero)) is pleased to report the operational and financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2023.

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  • TORONTO, Nov. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canadian North Resources Inc. (“the Company”, TSXV: CNRI; OTCQX: CNRSF; FSE: EO0 (E-O-zero)) is pleased to report the operational and financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2023.
  • • For the quarter ended September 30, 2023, the Company reported a net loss of $1,725,246 or $0.02 per share.
  • On November 28, 2023, the Company reported the assay results for the remaining 26 holes drilled during the summer.
  • For the quarter end financial statements and Management’s Discussion and Analysis, please see the Company website at www.cnresources.com or on SEDAR.

The Mission Driven Bank Fund Names Performance Trust as Capital Markets Advisor and Structuring Agent to The Fund

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Wednesday, December 27, 2023
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PEPPER PIKE, Ohio and CHICAGO, Dec. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Mission Driven Bank Fund ("The Fund") and Performance Trust Capital Partners, LLC ("Performance Trust") are pleased to jointly announce that they have entered into a partnership where Performance Trust will advise The Fund on its mission-driven bank capital investments as its Capital Markets and Structuring Agent advisor.

Key Points: 
  • The Fund taps Performance Trust to advise on its mission-driven bank capital investments.
  • Performance Trust, the largest full-service investment bank focused on community financial institutions, has established a dominant presence in the capital raising and advisory space to CDFIs and MDIs nationwide.
  • PEPPER PIKE, Ohio and CHICAGO, Dec. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Mission Driven Bank Fund ("The Fund") and Performance Trust Capital Partners, LLC ("Performance Trust") are pleased to jointly announce that they have entered into a partnership where Performance Trust will advise The Fund on its mission-driven bank capital investments as its Capital Markets and Structuring Agent advisor.
  • Chirag Shah, CEO of Performance Trust, expressed gratitude for the partnership with The Fund, stating, "For nearly 30 years, Performance Trust has been dedicated to helping financial institutions enhance long-term performance.

Enforcement notification - Tax evasion - Calgary woman convicted of making false statements in the filings she made for over 50 individuals

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Friday, December 22, 2023
Justice, AB, Tax, Quality of life, CRA, Income tax, Canada Revenue Agency, Income Tax Act

A CRA investigation revealed that Van Dijk filed over 200 T1 tax returns and "change my return" requests between March 2016 and July 2019 for over 50 individual taxpayers.

Key Points: 
  • A CRA investigation revealed that Van Dijk filed over 200 T1 tax returns and "change my return" requests between March 2016 and July 2019 for over 50 individual taxpayers.
  • On a significant number of those tax returns and requests, Van Dijk made false statements and claims in order to obtain the Working Income Tax Benefit, and other refunds.
  • The CRA continues to aggressively pursue tax evasion, and false claims with all the tools available to it.
  • The CRA has set up a free subscription service to help Canadians stay current on the CRA's enforcement efforts.

Clyde Anderson Joins Ameris Bank as Director of Community Lending

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Thursday, December 21, 2023
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ATLANTA, Dec. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ameris Bank is pleased to announce Clyde Anderson as director of Community Lending, effective December 18.

Key Points: 
  • ATLANTA, Dec. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ameris Bank is pleased to announce Clyde Anderson as director of Community Lending, effective December 18.
  • In this newly created role, Anderson will be responsible for oversight of the bank's commitments to the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) and the Fair Lending programs.
  • "Clyde Anderson brings an extensive background in community development, government relations and the mortgage business," said Ameris Bank Chief Risk Officer Bill McKendry.
  • "I am pleased to join Ameris Bank and look forward to the significant impact our work will have on the communities we serve," Anderson said.

Tax Tip - Not today, scammer! Find out if it's really the CRA contacting you

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023
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Not only are all of these really annoying, they are all signs of scams!

Key Points: 
  • Not only are all of these really annoying, they are all signs of scams!
  • Scammers continue to pose as the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and other government departments and agencies, to trick you into giving them money or personal information.
  • Knowing what to expect when the CRA contacts you can help you tell the difference between real communications from the CRA and scams.
  • The CRA scam alerts page can help you stay up-to-date and avoid the latest scams that may target you.

Greenlight Guru's MedTech Suite Named a Leader in G2 Winter 2024 Grid Report

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023
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INDIANAPOLIS, Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Greenlight Guru, the leading provider of cloud-based quality and clinical software for MedTech companies, proudly announces today its recognition in the G2 Winter 2024 Grid Report. This marks the twentieth consecutive quarter for Greenlight Guru Quality as a Leader in the QMS category and a groundbreaking debut for Greenlight Guru Clinical (formerly SMART-TRIAL) as a Leader in the Electronic Data Capture (EDC) category.

Key Points: 
  • INDIANAPOLIS, Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Greenlight Guru , the leading provider of cloud-based quality and clinical software for MedTech companies, proudly announces today its recognition in the G2 Winter 2024 Grid Report.
  • Customer quotes from the G2 Winter 2024 Grid Report highlight the platform's ease of use and comprehensive QMS functionalities, underscoring its value in the MedTech sector.
  • Greenlight Guru Clinical also received significant accolades in G2's Winter 2024 rankings as a leader in the Electronic Data Capture (EDC) category.
  • Customer quotes from the G2 Winter 2024 Grid Report commend Greenlight Guru Clinical for its intuitive design, responsive support team, and continuous feature improvements, all tailored to the unique needs of the MedTech industry.

Wolters Kluwer Indicator Survey Highlights Growing Concerns in U.S. Banking Industry

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023
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A notable increase in concerns over risk management and regulatory compliance issues headlines key challenges facing U.S. banks, credit unions and other lenders, according to the results of the 2023 Regulatory & Risk Management Indicator survey conducted by Wolters Kluwer Compliance Solutions .

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  • A notable increase in concerns over risk management and regulatory compliance issues headlines key challenges facing U.S. banks, credit unions and other lenders, according to the results of the 2023 Regulatory & Risk Management Indicator survey conducted by Wolters Kluwer Compliance Solutions .
  • The 2023 Indicator Main Score rose from an index level of 94 in the 2022 survey results to 119 this year, a 25-point index increase.
  • Now in its eleventh year, the Indicator remains a vital tool for gauging the pulse of the U.S. banking industry, offering insights into regulatory and risk concerns, anticipated impacts, and ongoing risk management efforts.
  • Wolters Kluwer regulatory compliance experts Tim Burniston and Elaine Duffus will conduct a webinar Thursday, December 14 to delve deeper into this year’s survey results and their implications for bank risk management and regulatory compliance practices.