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The Third Annual Supply Chain Transparency Conference Brings Together Top Global Brands, Innovators and Industry Experts

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

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NEW YORK, Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sourcemap, the leading global provider of supply chain mapping and traceability software, will host its third annual Supply Chain Transparency Conference from September 27-28, 2023. The conference will feature executive speakers from top brands in apparel, food & agriculture and other sectors, as well as compliance and policy experts, consultants and financial advisors across North America and Europe.

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NEW YORK, Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sourcemap , the leading global provider of supply chain mapping and traceability software, will host its third annual Supply Chain Transparency Conference from September 27-28, 2023.
The Supply Chain Transparency Conference will convene policy and industry experts to address topics of critical importance to global businesses, including "EU Due Diligence: Navigating the EU Regulatory Landscape," "Navigating the US Regulatory Landscape" and "Traceability and Transparency in the Coffee & Cocoa Sectors."
"We're fortunate to work alongside an amazing cohort of brands and compliance experts leading the way in business transparency and backing sustainability initiatives with responsible supply chains."
To register and learn more about the conference, including the full conference agenda and list of speakers, visit https://www.supplychaintransparency.org/ .

Packaging Machinery Market - Global Forecasts to 2030: Shrink-Wrapping Machines are Key for Growth, Asia-Pacific to Spearhead - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, August 10, 2023

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However, high initial costs associated with installing packaging machinery and stringent regulations to limit plastic usage restrain the growth of the global packaging machinery market.

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However, high initial costs associated with installing packaging machinery and stringent regulations to limit plastic usage restrain the growth of the global packaging machinery market.
Based on type, the global packaging machinery market is segmented into carded packaging machines, cartoning machines, case erectors, filling machines, stretch wrappers, shrink wrapping machines, case packers, labeling machines, bottle packaging machines, and other packaging machines.
Based on automation mode, the global packaging machinery market is segmented into automatic packing machines and semi-automatic packing machines.
Who are the local emerging players in the global packaging machinery market, and how do they compete with other players?

Telsey Advisory Group Expands Debt Capital Markets Group with Two Key Hires

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Thursday, May 18, 2023

Telsey Advisory Group, (TAG), a women-owned, full-service broker-dealer, certified Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE), is pleased to announce the addition of two talented professionals to its esteemed Debt Capital Markets group.

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Telsey Advisory Group, (TAG), a women-owned, full-service broker-dealer, certified Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE), is pleased to announce the addition of two talented professionals to its esteemed Debt Capital Markets group.
The new hires will bolster the firm's capabilities in providing comprehensive debt financing solutions to its diverse clientele.
We are pleased to welcome Steven B. Willis as Senior Managing Director, Debt Capital Markets and Matthew C. Eng as Managing Director, Debt Capital Markets to our Debt Capital Markets group.
“We are delighted to welcome Steven and Matthew to our Debt Capital Markets group,” said Dana Telsey, Chief Executive Officer.

Millennials Will Lead Global Ecommerce Spending in 2023, New Study Reveals

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Friday, March 24, 2023

The study also revealed that nearly 73% of Millennial shoppers plan to spend the same or more online in 2023, which will make this cohort the leader in global ecommerce spending this year.

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The study also revealed that nearly 73% of Millennial shoppers plan to spend the same or more online in 2023, which will make this cohort the leader in global ecommerce spending this year.
“Millennials’ spending power has grown to $2.5 Trillion, and they are not yet even in their prime earning years.
Key findings from the study:
Nearly 50% more Millennials will increase their online spending for health and beauty products compared to Gen Z, and 42% more than Gen X and Baby Boomers.
77% more Millennials will increase their online spending for apparel and footwear versus Baby Boomers.

ROTH MKM Releases its 2023 Millennial Survey

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023

ROTH MKM, a full service investment bank focused on advising and financing growth companies, is pleased to announce the release of its 2023 Millennial Survey, a proprietary survey examining current trends, spending patterns and favorite brands across eight consumer categories, including apparel & footwear, home furnishings, health & wellness, beverage, healthy food & snacks, CBD & cannabis, sexual wellness and pets.

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ROTH MKM, a full service investment bank focused on advising and financing growth companies, is pleased to announce the release of its 2023 Millennial Survey, a proprietary survey examining current trends, spending patterns and favorite brands across eight consumer categories, including apparel & footwear, home furnishings, health & wellness, beverage, healthy food & snacks, CBD & cannabis, sexual wellness and pets.
The survey, conducted in partnership with MFour Mobile Research, features 279 questions and was completed by 2,500 Millennial-aged women and men.
Our survey shows that Millennial consumers are still willing to spend on innovative brands, products, and services that tailor offerings to meet their unique needs,” said Matt Koranda, Managing Director, Senior Research Analyst at ROTH MKM.
For access to the ROTH MKM Millennial Survey, please contact your ROTH MKM Representative at (800) 678-9147.

William Ells Begins Term as 2023 ASTM International Board Chair

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Thursday, January 5, 2023

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W. CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., Jan. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- William A. Ells, vice president of sales at Vibram USA (North Brookfield, Massachusetts, USA), has started his term as the 2023 chair of the ASTM International board of directors.

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W. CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., Jan. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- William A. Ells, vice president of sales at Vibram USA (North Brookfield, Massachusetts, USA), has started his term as the 2023 chair of the ASTM International board of directors.
ASTM International's board is made of 25 leaders from a variety of companies, associations, universities, government bodies, and other organizations around the world.
He previously worked in sales at American Biltrite Inc. and Quabaug Corp.
An ASTM International member since 1998, Ells is a member of the pedestrian/walkway safety and footwear committee (F13).
In addition to ASTM International, Ells is a member of the board of the American Apparel and Footwear Association.

Global Retail Omni-Channel Commerce Platform Markets, 2022-2026 - Retail Omni-Channel Commerce Platform Enabling Retailers to Establish Presence across Multiple Channels and Platforms

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Friday, December 2, 2022

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The United States represents the largest regional market for Retail Omni-Channel Commerce Platform, and is projected to reach US$4 Billion by 2026.

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The United States represents the largest regional market for Retail Omni-Channel Commerce Platform, and is projected to reach US$4 Billion by 2026.
Retail omni-channel commerce platform can be described as a cross-channel business model used by retailers to enhance overall shopping experience of customers.
Retail Omni-Channel Commerce Platform is a software tool designed to support omnichannel retail strategies of brands and retailers.
A major challenge confronting the global omnichannel platform market is the high cost incurred in deploying omnichannel platform and installing the software.

Global Retail Omni-Channel Commerce Platform Market Report 2022-2026: An Omnichannel Strategy to be Integral to e-Commerce Market - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, November 28, 2022

The United States represents the largest regional market for Retail Omni-Channel Commerce Platform, and is projected to reach US$4 Billion by 2026.

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The United States represents the largest regional market for Retail Omni-Channel Commerce Platform, and is projected to reach US$4 Billion by 2026.
Retail omni-channel commerce platform can be described as a cross-channel business model used by retailers to enhance overall shopping experience of customers.
Retail Omni-Channel Commerce Platform is a software tool designed to support omnichannel retail strategies of brands and retailers.
A major challenge confronting the global omnichannel platform market is the high cost incurred in deploying omnichannel platform and installing the software.

The Second Annual Supply Chain Transparency Conference Brings Together Top Global Brands Rethinking New Standards

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Wednesday, September 14, 2022

NEW YORK, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sourcemap, a global provider of supply chain transparency and traceability software, will host its second annual Supply Chain Transparency Conference this September 21–22, 2022. The conference will feature executive speakers from top brands in food & agriculture, apparel, energy and other sectors, as well as compliance and policy experts in North America and Europe, with more than 500 audience members expected to attend.

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Ferrero, Mars, VF Corporation and more expected to attend conference hosted by Sourcemap, a pioneer in supply chain mapping
NEW YORK, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sourcemap , a global provider of supply chain transparency and traceability software, will host its second annual Supply Chain Transparency Conference this September 2122, 2022.
Logistics and trade disruptions exacerbated by ongoing world events are now punctuated by emerging policies that call for greater due diligence within global supply chains.
Bringing together policy, supply chain and industry experts to address timely topics including "The Business Case for Traceability," "Navigating Forced Labor Laws" and "Scaling Up Sustainable Supply Chains in Energy," the Supply Chain Transparency Conference will comprise two days of keynotes, panels and interactive Q&As.
Sourcemap is the pioneer of supply chain transparency and traceability software, spun out of early MIT research in 2011.

BigCommerce Appoints Gap Inc. Chief Growth Transformation Officer Sally Gilligan and The Container Store CEO Satish Malhotra to its Board of Directors

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Monday, August 1, 2022

AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 01, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BigCommerce (Nasdaq: BIGC), a leading Open SaaS ecommerce platform for fast-growing and established B2C and B2B brands, today announced that Gap Inc. Chief Growth Transformation Officer Sally Gilligan and The Container Store Chief Executive Officer Satish Malhotra have joined the BigCommerce Board of Directors.

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AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 01, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BigCommerce (Nasdaq: BIGC), a leading Open SaaS ecommerce platform for fast-growing and established B2C and B2B brands, today announced that Gap Inc. Chief Growth Transformation Officer Sally Gilligan and The Container Store Chief Executive Officer Satish Malhotra have joined the BigCommerce Board of Directors.
She currently serves on the board of the American Apparel & Footwear Association and as chair of The Gap Foundation.
Prior to The Container Store, Malhotra held various leadership roles at prestige beauty retailer Sephora Americas, including chief retail officer and chief operating officer.
Gilligan and Malhotra were appointed to the vacancies created upon the departure of BigCommerce Board members Steve Murray and Jack McDonald.