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COMPASS SELECTS PARAMOUNT REALTY USA AS AUCTION PARTNER

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

NEW YORK, Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Paramount Realty USA ("Paramount"), a prominent national auction house based in New York, announced that COMPASS, a full-service national real estate brokerage firm, has selected Paramount as auction vendor for COMPASS agents and their seller-clients nationally. Through the alliance with Paramount, COMPASS' agents can offer auction services to their clients across the country.

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Paramount Realty USA ("Paramount"), a prominent national auction house based in New York, announced that COMPASS, a full-service national real estate brokerage firm, has selected Paramount as auction vendor for COMPASS agents and their seller-clients nationally.
  • Through the alliance with Paramount, COMPASS' agents can offer auction services to their clients across the country.
  • Leonard Steinberg, Chief Evangelist and Corporate Broker of COMPASS, said "an auction is an effective way to instill urgency into the sale process for certain properties."
  • Steinberg went on to say that "I have been a supporter of an auction option for many years and am so pleased we have established a relationship with Paramount to offer auction services to our agents.

Saks Launches Branded Merchandise Collection in Celebration of World Mental Health Day, With a Portion of the Proceeds Supporting the Saks Fifth Avenue Foundation

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On Tuesday, October 10, Saks celebrated World Mental Health Day with the launch of its Saks Fifth Avenue-branded merchandise collection. For the first time ever, Saks will donate at least 50% of the purchase price from each item in its branded merchandise collection to the Saks Fifth Avenue Foundation, accelerating the Foundation's mission to make mental health a priority in every community through awareness and education, improved access to care, and strengthened attitudes, behaviors and relationships that build the foundation for mental health. Saks also announced the winners of the Foundation's second annual grant program supporting local mental health nonprofits.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On Tuesday, October 10, Saks celebrated World Mental Health Day with the launch of its Saks Fifth Avenue-branded merchandise collection.
  • Saks also announced the winners of the Foundation's second annual grant program supporting local mental health nonprofits.
  • "The need for access to high quality mental health care and resources in our country's most vulnerable communities is increasingly evident," said Marc Metrick, CEO of Saks and Vice President of the Saks Fifth Avenue Foundation Board.
  • The Saks Fifth Avenue-branded merchandise collection includes wool and cashmere hats, gloves and blankets, 100% cotton tees, fleece-lined hoodies, and sleepwear - all made in Italy and featuring the iconic Saks Fifth Avenue logo.

FOCUS. and Urban Umbrella Reunite for NYFW SP2024

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Monday, September 11, 2023

and Lim tapped the events division at Urban Umbrella - the urban design firm renowned for its sleek white sidewalk scaffolding - to construct the backdrop.

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  • and Lim tapped the events division at Urban Umbrella - the urban design firm renowned for its sleek white sidewalk scaffolding - to construct the backdrop.
  • Urban Umbrella was even more recently selected by Overland Entertainment to provide the centerpiece canopy for the prestigious red-carpeted entranceway at the Festival’s premier Tribeca venue.
  • In keeping with the ongoing efforts of the fashion industry, Urban Umbrella is a more environmentally conscious and sustainable solution for any scaffolding experience.
  • Urban Umbrella boasts a height that is more beneficial for ground floor retailers - a feature that drives foot traffic to designers in a post-pandemic era when they need it most.

ANNOUNCING WINNERS OF THE 2023 ANNUAL MOSAIC AWARDS

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Thursday, August 31, 2023

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2023 Mosaic Awards will recognize and honor organizations and individuals that have shown commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through their creative work, advocacy, and company-wide initiatives. Included will be the launch of the inaugural Mosaic Awards Scholarship Fund to support the next generation of diverse talent. The 2023 winners will be celebrated at a gala event which will be held on September 22, 2023, at The Capitale in New York's historic Bowery neighborhood. Hosting the awards ceremony for a second year in a row, is Quintessential Harlem girl, Gracie Award winner and life-long New Yorker, Bevy Smith.

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  • The American Advertising Foundation's Mosaic Center Honors Organizations and Individuals Creating Impact for Multicultural Communities;
    WASHINGTON, Aug. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2023 Mosaic Awards will recognize and honor organizations and individuals that have shown commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through their creative work, advocacy, and company-wide initiatives.
  • Included will be the launch of the inaugural Mosaic Awards Scholarship Fund to support the next generation of diverse talent.
  • The 2023 winners will be celebrated at a gala event which will be held on September 22, 2023, at The Capitale in New York's historic Bowery neighborhood.
  • Each year, the Mosaic Awards receive entries from companies and agencies across the country that are reviewed and judged by senior industry leaders.

Fourth Annual AgTech Breakthrough Awards Program Showcases Leading Edge of Agricultural and Food Technology Innovation in 2023 Awards Program

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Thursday, August 17, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- AgTech Breakthrough, a leading market intelligence organization that recognizes the top companies, technologies and products in the global agricultural and food technology markets, today announced the winners of its fourth annual awards program. The winners represent the world's most innovative technologies and companies in the global AgTech industry today.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- AgTech Breakthrough , a leading market intelligence organization that recognizes the top companies, technologies and products in the global agricultural and food technology markets, today announced the winners of its fourth annual awards program.
  • The winners represent the world's most innovative technologies and companies in the global AgTech industry today.
  • Each 2023 AgTech Breakthrough Award winner is passionate about what technology can do for the world and together they represent the best in breakthrough technologies that address the most complex challenges in the global agricultural ecosystem today.
  • We extend our sincere congratulations to all of the 2023 AgTech Breakthrough Award winners."

Bowery Valuation Closes $16.3 Million Extension of Series B Funding, Accelerating Growth Trajectory

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023

NEW YORK , July 18th, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bowery Valuation, the leading technology-enabled commercial real estate appraisal firm, today announced the successful extension of its Series B funding round, raising an additional $16.3 million to support ambitious growth plans and further propel innovation in the real estate valuation industry. The Series B extension round was led by the Growth Equity business within Goldman Sachs Asset Management (Goldman Sachs), with the addition of Curql Collective as new investors, and continued support from all major existing investors. Existing investors include Capital One Ventures, Stepstone Group, Builders VC, Fika Ventures, Navitas Capital, Camber Creek, and Nine Four Ventures. The infusion of capital underscores the market's confidence in Bowery Valuation's cutting-edge technology platform, bringing Bowery's total funding to over $80 million following the $35 million in Series B venture funding it received just two years ago.

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  • The Series B extension round was led by the Growth Equity business within Goldman Sachs Asset Management (Goldman Sachs), with the addition of Curql Collective as new investors, and continued support from all major existing investors.
  • Existing investors include Capital One Ventures , Stepstone Group , Builders VC , Fika Ventures , Navitas Capital , Camber Creek , and Nine Four Ventures .
  • The infusion of capital underscores the market's confidence in Bowery Valuation's cutting-edge technology platform, bringing Bowery's total funding to over $80 million following the $35 million in Series B venture funding it received just two years ago.
  • Since Bowery Valuation raised its initial Series B, the company has expanded its presence from just two markets to nine markets across the country and added over 750 new clients.

Reuters Events Announces Transform Food 2023: Accelerating Innovation and Collaboration for a Sustainable and Resilient Food Future

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Friday, July 7, 2023

Minneapolis, Minnesota--(Newsfile Corp. - July 7, 2023) - Reuters Events is pleased to announce the launch of Transform Food 2023, a premier event dedicated to accelerating innovation and collaboration within the global food and agriculture industry.

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  • Minneapolis, Minnesota--(Newsfile Corp. - July 7, 2023) - Reuters Events is pleased to announce the launch of Transform Food 2023, a premier event dedicated to accelerating innovation and collaboration within the global food and agriculture industry.
  • It is an important forum for leading business executives to engage in impactful and thought-provoking conversations to drive the global sustainable food agenda forward."
  • ", Transform Food 2023 aims to address the urgent need for resilient and sustainable food and agriculture systems worldwide.
  • - Matt Carstens, President & CEO, Landus
    "Transform Food is accelerating collaboration between industry leaders across agriculture and food tech.

Beyond the Dispensary: Gotham Brings its Cannabis and Cultural Concept Store to Downtown NYC

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Wednesday, May 10, 2023

NEW YORK, May 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Gotham, a new, artfully curated cannabis concept store, announced today the opening of its flagship on May 11, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. Located in the Bowery in New York City, the two-story retail and gallery space designed by Cinema Vitae will feature Gotham-branded products, premium cannabis, fashion and lifestyle brands, as well as art exhibitions in a beautifully designed environment.

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  • Gotham, NYC's 1st luxury cannabis and cultural concept store opens on May 11, 2023.
  • Gotham works with best-in-class brands offering New York State's finest cannabis products, including flower, edibles, vaporizers, pre-rolls, and tinctures.
  • In addition to evolving the cannabis retail environment, Gotham brings back the quintessential in-person shopping experience to create community and connection, much like cannabis does.
  • Gotham is a true concept store where visitors can discover something new, browse high end brands and enjoy incredible art through a distinctive NYC lens.

sweetgreen Adds Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowl to Its Menu

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Thursday, March 30, 2023

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230330005263/en/
    The Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowl features zero leafy greens, so don’t call it a salad.
  • This data weighed heavily on inspiring the new Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowl.
  • “Our customers’ feedback plays a major role in the new menu items we introduce, and the Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowl is our answer to heartier meal options that can be enjoyed any time of the day,” said Nicolas Jammet, sweetgreen Co-Founder and Chief Concept Officer.
  • To welcome the new menu item and in honor of National Burrito Day on April 6, sweetgreen is offering a promotion for customers to get 50% off its new Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowl for one day only.

Instacart Serves Up More Fresh Produce with Innovative New Advertising Capability

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Friday, March 24, 2023

SAN FRANCISCO, March 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Instacart, the leading grocery technology company in North America, today announced an industry-first online advertising capability, enabling produce brands to advertise fresh, weighted items - such as carrots, grapes, onions, oranges, sweet potatoes, and watermelons - from the produce department across the Instacart Marketplace. The announcement is in collaboration with today's White House event that continues the work started at the White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health to help end hunger and reduce diet-related diseases by 2030.

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  • During National Nutrition Month, Instacart is leveling the advertising playing field, making it possible for more produce brands, farms, and agriculture boards to advertise on Instacart and reach more consumers.
  • Instacart is addressing this complex industry challenge so more produce brands can take advantage of advertising solutions and help consumers discover more nutritious foods.
  • With this latest enhancement to Instacart advertising and catalog capabilities, produce brands can now amplify their full product set, including packaged and random weight produce.
  • We are glad to see Instacart leading the technology sector to unlock their e-commerce advertising capabilities for a new category of fresh, farm-grown produce.