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HOT TOPIC NAMES ACTRESS XOCHITL GOMEZ AS CHIEF STYLE OFFICER FOR IN-HOUSE FASHION BRAND SOCIAL COLLISION®

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hot Topic, the leading retail destination for music, entertainment, and pop culture merchandise, is excited to announce actress Xochitl Gomez as its first-ever Chief Style Officer for Social Collision® – an in-house brand influenced by punk music and fashion. The appointment comes after Gomez's successful stint as the face and stylist of Hot Topic's 2023 Back-To-School campaign, and it reaffirms her ongoing partnership with the retailer. In her new role, Gomez will bring her unique style and Gen-Z flair to the Social Collision® brand.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hot Topic, the leading retail destination for music, entertainment, and pop culture merchandise, is excited to announce actress Xochitl Gomez as its first-ever Chief Style Officer for Social Collision® – an in-house brand influenced by punk music and fashion.
  • In her new role, Gomez will bring her unique style and Gen-Z flair to the Social Collision® brand.
  • "I'm absolutely honored and excited to step into the role of Chief Style Officer for Social Collision," shared Gomez.
  • As Chief Style Officer for Social Collision®, Xochitl Gomez will collaborate closely with the Hot Topic Product Development, Design and Marketing Teams to design and market Social Collision® fashion drops throughout the year, infusing the collections with her unique perspective and ensuring they resonate with today's expressive, eclectic youth.

Licensing International Foundation Honors Pam Kaufman, Cindy Levitt, and Carole Postal at 2023 Hall of Fame Event

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023

NEW YORK, Dec. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Licensing International , the leading trade association for the $340+ billion global brand licensing industry, and the Licensing International Foundation , which supports the education of future licensing leaders, today celebrated the induction of Pam Kaufman, Cindy Levitt, and Carole Postal to the Licensing International Hall of Fame.

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  • NEW YORK, Dec. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Licensing International , the leading trade association for the $340+ billion global brand licensing industry, and the Licensing International Foundation , which supports the education of future licensing leaders, today celebrated the induction of Pam Kaufman, Cindy Levitt, and Carole Postal to the Licensing International Hall of Fame.
  • Established in 1989, the Licensing International Hall of Fame is home to the most esteemed global licensing executives of the last three decades.
  • In addition to honoring Kaufman, Levitt, and Postal, the 2023 Hall of Fame event recognized rising talent already making strides in the licensing industry.
  • “The impact Pam, Cindy, and Carole have had on the global brand licensing industry cannot be overstated,” said Maura Regan, President of Licensing International.

Mental Health America celebrates GivingTuesday with $100,000 matching gift from Hot Topic Foundation

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Monday, November 27, 2023

Alexandria, Va., Nov. 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- This GivingTuesday, Mental Health America, in partnership with the Hot Topic Foundation, will inspire generosity and shape the future of mental health by matching gifts up to $100,000.

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  • Alexandria, Va., Nov. 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- This GivingTuesday, Mental Health America, in partnership with the Hot Topic Foundation, will inspire generosity and shape the future of mental health by matching gifts up to $100,000.
  • Now in its third year, Hot Topic Foundation’s matching gift sponsorship has enabled 80,000 individuals to benefit from Mental Health America’s anonymous mental health screens.
  • Over 5.1 million individuals use Mental Health America’s free online screenings each year to understand their mental health needs.
  • “At Mental Health America, we believe the power to transform lives and shape the future is in our hands,” said Schroeder Stribling, president and CEO of Mental Health America.

Attentive Drives Strong Momentum with 80% of Customers Now Using Its AI Solutions

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

Since officially launching its first AI solutions in March 2023, already 80% of Attentive customers are using AI, including Hot Topic, ba&sh, and DIFF Eyewear.

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  • Since officially launching its first AI solutions in March 2023, already 80% of Attentive customers are using AI, including Hot Topic, ba&sh, and DIFF Eyewear.
  • By using Attentive AI, early results show that top brands are driving up to 180% more online revenue and seeing 160% more conversion with relevant, hyper-personalized messages to better engage their customers.
  • “We are excited about the momentum we are seeing around our AI offerings and we’re just getting started,” said Amit Jhawar, CEO of Attentive.
  • Since then, beta customers are actively testing new, groundbreaking products that are powered by Attentive AI, and are seeing impactful results.

Advantest Issues Call for Papers for VOICE 2024 Developer Conference in San Diego, California

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

TOKYO, Oct. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading semiconductor test equipment supplier Advantest Corporation (TSE: 6857) today announced a global call for papers for its VOICE 2024 Developer Conference focusing on leading-edge technologies and future trends.

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  • TOKYO, Oct. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading semiconductor test equipment supplier Advantest Corporation (TSE: 6857) today announced a global call for papers for its VOICE 2024 Developer Conference focusing on leading-edge technologies and future trends.
  • The conference will be held in San Diego, California, on June 3-5, 2024.
  • Attendees at the conference sessions in June 2024 will vote for the best papers via the VOICE mobile app, with winning presenters receiving prizes and awards during the closing ceremonies.
  • For more information about the VOICE 2024 Developer Conference or sponsorship opportunities, visit https://voice.advantest.com/ or email [email protected] .

SPIE Photonics West 2024 Opens for Registration

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

Registration has opened for SPIE Photonics West 2024 , which will run from 27 January to 1 February at the Moscone Center in San Francisco.

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  • Registration has opened for SPIE Photonics West 2024 , which will run from 27 January to 1 February at the Moscone Center in San Francisco.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231005492002/en/
    Attendees at SPIE Photonics West 2023 (Photo: Business Wire)
    SPIE Photonics West has four major application areas emphasizing the latest technologies and discoveries that utilize optics and photonics.
  • All three exhibitions and the industry program are free to attend with a SPIE Photonics West registration.
  • “Photonics West 2024 promises to be an engaging and thought-provoking week of networking and learning opportunities,” said SPIE Senior Director of Technical Programs Marilyn Gorsuch.

Powered by MRP Announces Attendance at the 92nd Annual Plastic Surgery The Meeting in Austin on October 26th-29th

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023

PARK CITY, Utah , Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Globally recognized aesthetics device company Powered by MRP announces today their attendance at the upcoming 92nd annual Plastic Surgery The Meeting in Austin, TX on October 26th-29th.

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  • PARK CITY, Utah , Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Globally recognized aesthetics device company Powered by MRP announces today their attendance at the upcoming 92nd annual Plastic Surgery The Meeting in Austin, TX on October 26th-29th.
  • Plastic Surgery The Meeting brings together the most esteemed surgeons in the industry, poised to share their expertise with colleagues who arrive from countries around the globe.
  • Attendees can expect to gain valuable insights into sustainable practices, technological advancements, and the disruptive potential of the aesthetic industry.
  • "We are thrilled to be part of the Plastic Surgery The Meeting this year," said Founder and CEO Scott Carson.

The 2023 BioNTX iC³ Summit Unites Visionaries and Innovators September 28-29 in Irving, Texas

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Tuesday, August 29, 2023

IRVING, Texas, Aug. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The 9th Annual BioNTX iC³ Life Science Summit is only one month away!

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  • IRVING, Texas, Aug. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The 9th Annual BioNTX iC³ Life Science Summit is only one month away!
  • On September 28 and Friday, September 29, iC³ brings North Texas bioscience and healthcare innovation leaders together for a two-day event.
  • "We extend a warm invitation to you to explore North Texas and join the dynamic bioscience hub flourishing in the Southwestern region.
  • We urge you to come aboard and play a pivotal role in shaping this emerging market," Kathleen Otto, CEO of BioNTX.

Hot Topic Announces Xochitl Gomez as the Face of New Back-To-School Campaign

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Thursday, July 6, 2023

Hot Topic, the leading destination for music, entertainment, and pop culture merchandise, is excited to announce actress Xochitl Gomez as the face of its new “Take Note” Back-To-School 2023 campaign.

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  • Hot Topic, the leading destination for music, entertainment, and pop culture merchandise, is excited to announce actress Xochitl Gomez as the face of its new “Take Note” Back-To-School 2023 campaign.
  • In fact, Gomez styled her own back-to-school looks for the campaign as an attestation to her eclectic tastes.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230706960595/en/
    Actress Xochitl Gomez for Hot Topic's 'Take Note' Back-To-School 2023 Campaign (Photo: Business Wire)
    “Back-To-School season gives everyone a fresh start to define their personal style,” said Xochitl Gomez.
  • Additionally, from July 10 – July 31, fans will have the chance to enter to win a trip to Los Angeles for a meet and greet and a $1,000 Hot Topic shopping spree with Xochitl Gomez.

Anime Expo 2023 Opens at the Los Angeles Convention Center Today Until July 4

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Saturday, July 1, 2023

Anime Expo 2023 (AX 2023), has opened today and will run until July 4 at the Los Angeles Convention Center, bringing together global fans and industry professionals for the largest celebration of Japanese pop culture in North America.

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  • Anime Expo 2023 (AX 2023), has opened today and will run until July 4 at the Los Angeles Convention Center, bringing together global fans and industry professionals for the largest celebration of Japanese pop culture in North America.
  • ft Exhibit Hall and 1,000+ hours of programming, and will welcome attendees from more than 60 countries upon the city of Los Angeles.
  • Fans can come to the Bushiroad, FigPin, Grand Archive, Hot Topic, SEGA and official Anime Expo merchandise booths to purchase special, Anime Expo-exclusive collectible items from their favorite anime series.
  • For more details on Anime Expo 2023, please visit the official AX website , and follow the official social channels for regular updates via Instagram , Twitter , and Facebook .