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GraniteShares Surpasses $2 Billion in ETF Assets

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Monday, February 12, 2024
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NEW YORK, Feb. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GraniteShares, an entrepreneurial ETF provider, announced today it has surpassed $2 billion in assets under management (AUM). This milestone reflects the firm's long-standing commitment to product innovation and expanding investor choice.

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  • NEW YORK, Feb. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GraniteShares , an entrepreneurial ETF provider, announced today it has surpassed $2 billion in assets under management (AUM).
  • “Since launching our first funds seven years ago, GraniteShares has evolved to offer fifteen ETF strategies, each designed to meet the varied needs of today's investors,” said Will Rhind, Founder and CEO of GraniteShares.
  • The GraniteShares 2x Long NVDA Daily ETF (NVDL ) and the GraniteShares 2x Long COIN Daily ETF (CONL) stood out as top performing ETFs in 2023, proving to be useful tools for sophisticated investors and traders aiming to generate outsized returns from some of the most popular U.S. stocks.
  • Products include the GraniteShares Gold Trust ( BAR ); the GraniteShares Bloomberg Commodity Broad Strategy No K-1 ETF ( COMB ); the GraniteShares Platinum Trust ( PLTM ); the GraniteShares HIPS U.S. High Income ETF ( HIPS ); and the GraniteShares Nasdaq Select Disruptors ETF ( DRUP ).

Advantexe Launches Enhanced Version of Fundamentals of Business Leadership™ Simulation for New Managers

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
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CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Advantexe Learning Solutions, an award-winning leader in digital simulation-centric training solutions, is excited to announce the release of a new and enhanced version of its award-winning learning experience, the "Fundamentals of Business Leadership Simulation™" (FBL). Specifically designed for new and first-time managers, this innovative learning journey and simulation is a way to upskill this critical part of the workforce quickly and easily.

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  • CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Advantexe Learning Solutions, an award-winning leader in digital simulation-centric training solutions, is excited to announce the release of a new and enhanced version of its award-winning learning experience, the " Fundamentals of Business Leadership Simulation ™" (FBL).
  • "The FBL simulation offers a proven approach to skill development by helping to prepare managers for the challenges and opportunities of their new role and responsibilities."
  • The updates include,
    New interactive scenarios – that mirror the challenges and decisions faced by new managers in today's hybrid business environment.
  • "We developed the FBL simulation and learning journey to help reduce the failure rate for new managers.

Russell Bedford celebrates 40 years at Annual Global Conference in Montreal

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Saturday, October 28, 2023
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LONDON, Oct. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Russell Bedford members from around the globe gathered in Montreal, Canada for a historic celebration at the 40th Annual Global Conference which took place at the Hotel William Gray, located in the heart of the Old Port of Montreal.

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  • Russell Bedford members from around the globe gathered in Montreal, Canada for a historic celebration at the 40th Annual Global Conference which took place at the Hotel William Gray, located in the heart of the Old Port of Montreal.
  • LONDON, Oct. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Russell Bedford members from around the globe gathered in Montreal, Canada for a historic celebration at the 40th Annual Global Conference which took place at the Hotel William Gray, located in the heart of the Old Port of Montreal.
  • Speaking about the 40th Annual Global Conference, Russell Bedford Chair, Daniel Ryba said: "This has been an unforgettable conference.
  • CEO, Stephen Hamlet, added: "It has been my immense pleasure to be in Montreal to celebrate Russell Bedford's 40th Annual Global Conference.

ACE Money Transfer and Faysal Bank Set to Boost Legal Remittances to Pakistan

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Thursday, September 7, 2023
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MANCHESTER, England, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ACE Money Transfer, a leading global money transfer company based out of Manchester, United Kingdom, partners with a growing Islamic banking network in Pakistan, Faysal Bank Limited (FBL), to offer seamless remittance service to Pakistani expats living abroad.

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  • MANCHESTER, England, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ACE Money Transfer, a leading global money transfer company based out of Manchester, United Kingdom, partners with a growing Islamic banking network in Pakistan, Faysal Bank Limited (FBL), to offer seamless remittance service to Pakistani expats living abroad.
  • "We are excited to collaborate with one of the leading Islamic banks in Pakistan, Faysal Bank, in offering seamless remittance service to Pakistani expats living across the globe," said Rashid Ashraf, the CEO of ACE Money Transfer.
  • On this occasion, the Group Head CIBG Faysal Bank Limited Mr. Ali Waqar said, "We are delighted about this partnership with ACE Money Transfer.
  • This collaboration will increase the inflow of remittances to Pakistan, making cross-border transactions more secure, fast, and convenient for our customers".

ACE Money Transfer and Faysal Bank Set to Boost Legal Remittances to Pakistan

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Thursday, September 7, 2023
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MANCHESTER, England, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ACE Money Transfer, a leading global money transfer company based out of Manchester, United Kingdom, partners with a growing Islamic banking network in Pakistan, Faysal Bank Limited (FBL), to offer seamless remittance service to Pakistani expats living abroad.

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  • MANCHESTER, England, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ACE Money Transfer, a leading global money transfer company based out of Manchester, United Kingdom, partners with a growing Islamic banking network in Pakistan, Faysal Bank Limited (FBL), to offer seamless remittance service to Pakistani expats living abroad.
  • "We are excited to collaborate with one of the leading Islamic banks in Pakistan, Faysal Bank, in offering seamless remittance service to Pakistani expats living across the globe," said Rashid Ashraf, the CEO of ACE Money Transfer.
  • On this occasion, the Group Head CIBG Faysal Bank Limited Mr. Ali Waqar said, "We are delighted about this partnership with ACE Money Transfer.
  • This collaboration will increase the inflow of remittances to Pakistan, making cross-border transactions more secure, fast, and convenient for our customers".

Russell Bedford International has released the 40th anniversary edition of its biannual magazine, BUSINESS WORLD.

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Saturday, August 26, 2023
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LONDON, Aug. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Russell Bedford International has released the 40th anniversary edition of its biannual magazine, BUSINESS WORLD.

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  • LONDON, Aug. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Russell Bedford International has released the 40th anniversary edition of its biannual magazine, BUSINESS WORLD .
  • Business World delivers the latest views and analysis written by specialists from within the Russell Bedford network, together with guest authors from various other organisations from around the world.
  • In this article, experts from Russell Bedford member firms give their insight into key areas of focus for any business thinking of going global.
  • To read the latest edition of Business World in full, visit the Business World page of the Russell Bedford website HERE .

Pop-Rock Artist UPSAHL Joins AmazeVR's Concert App Line Up

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Friday, July 28, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, July 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- AmazeVR, the global leader in virtual reality (VR) concerts, has collaborated with rising alternative artist, UPSAHL, to release the official "UPSAHL VR Concert." Available today, the VR performance invites fans to immerse themselves in the world of UPSAHL, experiencing live versions of their favorite songs, including Sagittarius EP favorite "Kickflip," fan-favorite "Drugs," image-positivity anthem "Into My Body," and the goth pop hit "Last Supper."

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  • LOS ANGELES, July 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- AmazeVR , the global leader in virtual reality (VR) concerts, has collaborated with rising alternative artist, UPSAHL , to release the official "UPSAHL VR Concert."
  • "To be creative, whether that's lyrically or visually, is the most important thing about being an artist," said UPSAHL.
  • UPSAHL adds to the AmazeVR Concerts app calendar of fan-favorite and desired artists, including Megan Thee Stallion, Ceraadi, and Zara Larsson.
  • Available for download on Meta App Lab and SteamVR, users can access one free song per artist and purchase the entire concert for one year with the exclusive launch price of $6.99.

United Fire Group, Inc. Reports on Annual Meeting of Shareholders

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Friday, May 20, 2022
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CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, May 20, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- United Fire Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: UFCS) (the "Company" or "UFG") announced today that shareholders elected one Class C and four Class B Directors to our 12-member board of directors at the 2022 Annual Meeting of Shareholders held on May 18, 2022.

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  • Pursuant to this policy, Mary Quass submitted her resignation as a director effective as of the conclusion of the Annual Meeting on May 18, 2022.
  • The Company is pleased to announce the following officer elections at its subsidiary United Fire & Casualty Company effective May 18, 2022:
    United Fire & Casualty Company elected Joshua Baron as Vice President.
  • United Fire & Casualty Company, United Fire & Indemnity Company, and Financial Pacific Insurance Company elected Bradley Hance as Assistant Vice President.
  • Founded in 1946 as United Fire & Casualty Company, UFG, through its insurance company subsidiaries, is engaged in the business of writing property and casualty insurance.

Global Risk Solutions Adds Accomplished Executive as Senior Vice President of Sales and Client Relations

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Tuesday, January 4, 2022
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Global Risk Solutions, Inc., a leading provider of a diverse range of P&C claims adjusting, complex/large loss and environmental risk management solutions, has named Kenneth Cook as senior vice president of sales and client relations.

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  • Global Risk Solutions, Inc., a leading provider of a diverse range of P&C claims adjusting, complex/large loss and environmental risk management solutions, has named Kenneth Cook as senior vice president of sales and client relations.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220104005240/en/
    Cook has extensive experience in sales and operations for various organizations, including three leading insurance companies.
  • Prior to that, Cook was senior vice president of customer success and sales at EagleView Technologies.
  • "His sales experience and deep understanding of how innovation can help insurance clients reach their objectives will enhance GRS' Strategic Growth Plan."

Globe Life Inc. Declares Dividend And Announces Election Of Two New Board Members

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Thursday, November 4, 2021
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The dividend will be paid on February 1, 2022.

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  • The dividend will be paid on February 1, 2022.
  • Globe Life also announced today that Mark A. Blinn, CFA, formerly President and Chief Executive Officer of Flowserve Corporation, and James P. Brannen, formerly Chief Executive Officer of FBL Financial Group Inc., were appointed as members of its Board of Directors on November 3, 2021.
  • He also currently serves as Chairman of the Board of Great Western Bancorp, Inc. and is a director of Amerisure Mutual Insurance Company.
  • Globe Life Inc. is a holding company specializing in life and supplemental health insurance for "middle income" Americans marketed through multiple distribution channels including direct to consumer, and exclusive and independent agencies.