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Minority Investors: Franchising Giants CMG Companies Outline Plans to Boost Industry Representation

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Wednesday, September 7, 2022

Dallas, Texas--(Newsfile Corp. - September 7, 2022) - CMG Companies, the US-based multi-unit franchising group, is setting out to carve a path for investors from minority backgrounds in a sector that has historically struggled with under-representation.

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  • Dallas, Texas--(Newsfile Corp. - September 7, 2022) - CMG Companies, the US-based multi-unit franchising group, is setting out to carve a path for investors from minority backgrounds in a sector that has historically struggled with under-representation.
  • CMG is striving to improve these figures by continuing its expansion across the world of multi-unit franchising.
  • A key way in which CMG is increasing the visibility of minority-owners within the franchising space is through its array of investments in sports franchises.
  • As these gain prominence, CMG is hoping to utilize the increased accessibility of these deals - compared to majority-shareholder deals - as a means of boosting the representation of minorities across the industry.

Easy Ice Donates Ice Maker Subscription to Redler Institute of Culinary Arts

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Tuesday, August 30, 2022

WICHITA, Kan., Aug. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Easy Ice, the national provider of full-service ice machine rental solutions, donated an ice maker subscription to the newly opened Redler Institute of Culinary Arts (RICA) at Butler Community College. Since culinary schools are predominantly private, RICA represents unprecedented access to curriculum not previously available at community college price points. Kansas students will gain valuable skills and a career path from the program's unique offering, including farm-to-fork sustainability, hands-on entrepreneurship through the experience of operating a food truck, and paid chef apprenticeships.

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  • WICHITA, Kan., Aug. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Easy Ice , the national provider of full-service ice machine rental solutions, donated an ice maker subscription to the newly opened Redler Institute of Culinary Arts (RICA) at Butler Community College.
  • The ice machine donation includes maintenance, repairs, and even backup ice, all features of the comprehensive Easy Ice subscription.
  • Easy Ice provides full service of its ice makers, so restaurateurs can focus on operations without having to deal with ice machine-related issues.
  • Easy Ice commercial ice machine subscription programs include installation, cleaning, preventive maintenance, repairs, and backup ice.

Simmons Bank Names Veteran Banker to Lead the Delivery of its Community Reinvestment Act Plan

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Friday, August 19, 2022

MEMPHIS, Tenn., Aug. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Simmons Bank announced today the addition of veteran banker Maurice Butler as SVP, director of community Development.  Butler will oversee the delivery of the bank's CRA plan that encompasses community affairs and the development of financial products and solutions designed to support the needs of low-and moderate-income communities. In addition, Butler will oversee the bank's Community Affairs Officers, a team focused on aiding underserved and emerging communities across the bank's six-state footprint. In this role, Butler will also work closely with Martie North, Simmons' SVP, Community Impact and CRA Strategy.

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  • MEMPHIS, Tenn., Aug. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Simmons Bank announced today the addition of veteran banker Maurice Butler as SVP, director of community Development.
  • In addition, Butler will oversee the bank's Community Affairs Officers, a team focused on aiding underserved and emerging communities across the bank's six-state footprint.
  • In this role, Butler will also work closely with Martie North, Simmons' SVP, Community Impact and CRA Strategy.
  • We look forward to Maurice taking the lead and connecting communities to the products and services offered by Simmons Bank."

Emclaire Financial Corp Announces Quarterly Dividend

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Wednesday, August 17, 2022

EMLENTON, Pa., Aug. 17, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of Emclaire Financial Corp (NASDAQ: EMCF), the parent holding company of the Farmers National Bank of Emlenton, declared a quarterly cash dividend on August 17, 2022 of $0.31 per common share payable on September 23, 2022, to shareholders of record on September 1, 2022.

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  • EMLENTON, Pa., Aug. 17, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of Emclaire Financial Corp (NASDAQ: EMCF), the parent holding company of the Farmers National Bank of Emlenton, declared a quarterly cash dividend on August 17, 2022 of $0.31 per common share payable on September 23, 2022, to shareholders of record on September 1, 2022.
  • This quarterly dividend reflects an annualized dividend yield of 3.7% based on the stocks closing price of $33.80 per share on August 16, 2022.
  • William C. Marsh, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Corporation and the Bank, noted that the dividend reflects the Corporations continued growth and strong financial performance in recent quarters.
  • Emclaire Financial Corp is the parent company of the Farmers National Bank of Emlenton, an independent, nationally chartered, FDIC-insured community commercial bank headquartered in Emlenton, Pennsylvania, operating 19 full service offices in Venango, Allegheny, Butler, Clarion, Clearfield, Crawford, Elk, Jefferson and Mercer Counties, Pennsylvania.

DGAP-News: home24 SE: home24 reports positive adjusted EBITDA in Q2 and continues to deliver on key strategic projects and strengthening profitability

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Tuesday, August 16, 2022

Despite the negative consumer environment, home24 reached revenues of EUR 152 million in Q2 (-9% year-on-year, -12% in constant currency).

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  • Despite the negative consumer environment, home24 reached revenues of EUR 152 million in Q2 (-9% year-on-year, -12% in constant currency).
  • Adjusted EBITDA margin for Q2 2022 at +1% is positive in contrast to market trends, in H1 it is -2%.
  • Launch of a curated marketplace on home24 website increases sales potential without tying up additional capital.
  • The outlook for the full year 2022 is specified by home24 to now currency-adjusted revenue growth of -7% to +3%.

Entrata Appoints Laura Butler as Chief People Officer to Further Build the Company's Culture and Commitment to DE&I

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Thursday, August 11, 2022

LEHI, Utah, Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Entrata, the multifamily industry's leading operating system, today announced the hire of Laura Butler as Chief People Officer. Most recently from Talkdesk and Adobe Workfront, Butler brings deep expertise in building HR and DE&I programs at high growth SaaS and Fortune 500 companies.

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  • LEHI, Utah, Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Entrata , the multifamily industry's leading operating system, today announced the hire of Laura Butler as Chief People Officer.
  • "I firmly believe well-resourced and happy employees are how we're able to create unparalleled products and value for Entrata's customers.
  • I couldn't be more excited to have Laura join our leadership team, with her experience and like-minded approach to business and people."
  • Before coming to Entrata, Butler was most recently the Chief Human Resources Officer at Talkdesk and Chief People Officer at Adobe Workfront, where she worked to create contagious cultures through cutting-edge leadership and talent management practices.

Eastman Board Elects New Director

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Monday, August 8, 2022

The Board of Directors of Eastman Chemical Company (NYSE:EMN) has elected Eric L. Butler as a director.

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  • The Board of Directors of Eastman Chemical Company (NYSE:EMN) has elected Eric L. Butler as a director.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220808005750/en/
    Eric brings to our Board of Directors deep operational discipline and extensive corporate management experience in the industrial sector, said Mark Costa, Board Chair and CEO.
  • We welcome Eric to Eastman as a member of our Board.
  • As a globally inclusive and diverse company, Eastman employs approximately 14,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries.

Emclaire Financial Corp. Receives Shareholder Approval For Merger with Farmers National Banc Corp.

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Wednesday, July 20, 2022

CANFIELD, Ohio and EMLENTON, Pa., July 20, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Farmers National Banc Corp. (Farmers) (NASDAQ: FMNB), the holding company for The Farmers National Bank of Canfield (Farmers Bank), and Emclaire Financial Corp. (Emclaire) (NASDAQ: EMCF), the holding company for The Farmers National Bank of Emlenton (Emlenton Bank), announced today that the shareholders of Emclaire have voted to approve the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated March 23, 2022 (the Merger Agreement), providing for the merger (the Merger) of Emclaire with and into FMNB Merger Subsidiary V, LLC, a newly-formed, wholly-owned subsidiary of Farmers, with more than 98% of the votes being cast in favor of approving the Merger Agreement.

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  • CANFIELD, Ohio and EMLENTON, Pa., July 20, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Farmers National Banc Corp. (Farmers) (NASDAQ: FMNB), the holding company for The Farmers National Bank of Canfield (Farmers Bank), and Emclaire Financial Corp. (Emclaire) (NASDAQ: EMCF), the holding company for The Farmers National Bank of Emlenton (Emlenton Bank), announced today that the shareholders of Emclaire have voted to approve the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated March 23, 2022 (the Merger Agreement), providing for the merger (the Merger) of Emclaire with and into FMNB Merger Subsidiary V, LLC, a newly-formed, wholly-owned subsidiary of Farmers, with more than 98% of the votes being cast in favor of approving the Merger Agreement.
  • I would like to thank the Emclaire shareholders for their approval of this merger.
  • We look forward to joining the Farmers team, said William C. Marsh, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Emclaire and Emlenton Bank.
  • Founded in 1887, Farmers National Banc Corp. is a diversified financial services company headquartered in Canfield, Ohio, with $4.2 billion in banking assets.

Emclaire Financial Corp. Receives Shareholder Approval for Merger With Farmers National Banc Corp.

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Wednesday, July 20, 2022

Farmers National Banc Corp. (Farmers) (NASDAQ: FMNB), the holding company for The Farmers National Bank of Canfield (Farmers Bank), and Emclaire Financial Corp. (Emclaire) (NASDAQ: EMCF), the holding company for The Farmers National Bank of Emlenton (Emlenton Bank), announced today that the shareholders of Emclaire have voted to approve the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated March 23, 2022 (the Merger Agreement), providing for the merger (the Merger) of Emclaire with and into FMNB Merger Subsidiary V, LLC, a newly-formed, wholly-owned subsidiary of Farmers, with more than 98% of the votes being cast in favor of approving the Merger Agreement.

Key Points: 
  • Farmers National Banc Corp. (Farmers) (NASDAQ: FMNB), the holding company for The Farmers National Bank of Canfield (Farmers Bank), and Emclaire Financial Corp. (Emclaire) (NASDAQ: EMCF), the holding company for The Farmers National Bank of Emlenton (Emlenton Bank), announced today that the shareholders of Emclaire have voted to approve the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated March 23, 2022 (the Merger Agreement), providing for the merger (the Merger) of Emclaire with and into FMNB Merger Subsidiary V, LLC, a newly-formed, wholly-owned subsidiary of Farmers, with more than 98% of the votes being cast in favor of approving the Merger Agreement.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220720005966/en/
    I would like to thank the Emclaire shareholders for their approval of this merger.
  • We look forward to joining the Farmers team, said William C. Marsh, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Emclaire and Emlenton Bank.
  • Founded in 1887, Farmers National Banc Corp. is a diversified financial services company headquartered in Canfield, Ohio, with $4.2 billion in banking assets.

Grant Thornton names new office managing partners for Boston, Cleveland and Tulsa

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Tuesday, July 19, 2022

Grant Thornton LLP, one of Americas largest audit, tax and advisory firms, has named new office managing partners (OMPs) for its offices in Boston, Cleveland and Tulsa, Oklahoma effective August 1, 2022.

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  • Grant Thornton LLP, one of Americas largest audit, tax and advisory firms, has named new office managing partners (OMPs) for its offices in Boston, Cleveland and Tulsa, Oklahoma effective August 1, 2022.
  • John Barnes , who has been named OMP in Cleveland after 18 years of successive leadership roles within Grant Thornton.
  • Grant Thornton LLP (Grant Thornton) is one of Americas largest audit, tax and advisory firms and the U.S. member firm of the Grant Thornton International Ltd global network.
  • Grant Thornton refers to Grant Thornton LLP, the U.S. member firm of Grant Thornton International Ltd (GTIL).