New economy

OCIF invests in The Knowledge Society to develop the workforce of the future

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

Through the program, students gain real-world exposure, mentorship from industry partners and hands-on opportunities to solve real problems faced by global companies.

Key Points: 
  • Through the program, students gain real-world exposure, mentorship from industry partners and hands-on opportunities to solve real problems faced by global companies.
  • "This investment will have a positive long-term impact as we continue to seek an innovative and diversified economic future for Calgary."
  • OCIF funding will support scholarship resources at TKS, increasing access to the program for students who face financial barriers to participating.
  • This investment will positively impact youth skill development, an enhanced workforce, talent retention and ecosystem development and engagement in Calgary.

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy to Deliver Keynote Remarks at the National Institute on Retirement Security Policy Conference

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

WASHINGTON, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Institute on Retirement Security (NIRS) will hold its 15th Annual Retirement Policy Conference on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, in Washington, D.C. At this event, retirement experts and leaders will discuss key retirement policy challenges and opportunities, including efforts to strengthen Social Security and improve employee retirement benefits. The event also will feature a new national poll detailing Americans' views on retirement.

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  • 15th Annual Retirement Conference Scheduled for February 27th in Washington, D.C.
    WASHINGTON, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Institute on Retirement Security ( NIRS ) will hold its 15th Annual Retirement Policy Conference on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, in Washington, D.C. At this event, retirement experts and leaders will discuss key retirement policy challenges and opportunities, including efforts to strengthen Social Security and improve employee retirement benefits.
  • Uniting for the Future: Accelerating Retirement Policy Progress will be held at The Park Hyatt Washington , located at 1201 24th Street N.W., in Washington, D.C.
  • 15th Annual Retirement Policy Conference | Uniting for the Future: Accelerating Retirement Policy Progress
    The Park Hyatt Washington | 1201 24th Street N.W., Washington, D.C.
  • The National Institute on Retirement Security is a not-for-profit organization established to contribute to informed policymaking by fostering a deep understanding of the value of retirement security to employees, employers, and the economy through national research and education programs.

Social Security Commissioner Martin O'Malley and U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy to Deliver Keynote Remarks at the National Institute on Retirement Security Retirement Policy Conference

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Thursday, February 1, 2024

WASHINGTON, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Institute on Retirement Security (NIRS) will hold its 15th Annual Retirement Policy Conference on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, in Washington, D.C. At this event, retirement experts and leaders will discuss key retirement policy challenges and opportunities, including efforts to strengthen Social Security and improve employee retirement benefits. The event also will feature a new national poll detailing Americans' views on retirement.

Key Points: 
  • The event also will feature a new national poll detailing Americans' views on retirement.
  • Uniting for the Future: Accelerating Retirement Policy Progress will be held at The Park Hyatt Washington , located at 1201 24th Street N.W., in Washington, D.C.
  • What: 15th Annual Retirement Policy Conference | Uniting for the Future: Accelerating Retirement Policy Progress
    Location: The Park Hyatt Washington | 1201 24th Street N.W., Washington, D.C.
  • The National Institute on Retirement Security is a not-for-profit organization established to contribute to informed policymaking by fostering a deep understanding of the value of retirement security to employees, employers, and the economy through national research and education programs.

Biz2X Launches Frontiers of Digital Finance Executive Event Series in the Middle East, Announces Riyadh Edition for Spring 2024

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Thursday, December 21, 2023

Biz2X has brought the internationally-acclaimed Frontiers of Digital Finance (FDF) event to Abu Dhabi.

Key Points: 
  • Biz2X has brought the internationally-acclaimed Frontiers of Digital Finance (FDF) event to Abu Dhabi.
  • Embracing the visionary theme, "Finance in 2030: How AI-Enabled Finance Will Propel Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Shape the New Economy," the first Middle East event in the FDF conference series was a showcase of cutting-edge perspectives on the future of digital finance.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231221236454/en/
    Biz2X Launches Frontiers of Digital Finance Executive Event Series in the Middle East, Announces Riyadh Edition for Spring 2024 (Photo: Business Wire)
    Hosted with support from Biz2X partners DLA Piper , King & Spalding , ADGM , AWS , and the U.S. U.A.E.
  • Rohit Arora, CEO and Co-founder of Biz2X, said, “Our expansion into the Middle East is a strategic leap towards the future where finance and technology converge.

36Kr Holdings Inc. Reports Third Quarter 2023 Unaudited Financial Results

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

Mr. Dagang Feng, Co-chairman and CEO of 36Kr, commented, "We delivered another quarter of solid top-line growth in the third quarter of 2023 despite uncertainties in the macro environment.

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  • Mr. Dagang Feng, Co-chairman and CEO of 36Kr, commented, "We delivered another quarter of solid top-line growth in the third quarter of 2023 despite uncertainties in the macro environment.
  • Ms. Lin Wei, Chief Financial Officer of 36Kr, added, "We maintained our growth trajectory in the third quarter of 2023.
  • Gross profit margin was 56.3% in the third quarter of 2023, compared to 62.4% in the same period of 2022.
  • Net loss attributable to 36Kr Holdings Inc.'s ordinary shareholders was RMB18.9 million (US$2.6 million) in the third quarter of 2023, compared to net income attributable to 36Kr Holdings Inc.'s ordinary shareholders of RMB1.7 million in the same period of 2022.

OCIF invests in the Calgary Entertainment Arts Production Hub at Bow Valley College

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

CALGARY, AB, Nov. 16, 2023 /CNW/ - The Opportunity Calgary Investment Fund ("OCIF") is positioning Calgary to seize new opportunities in digital media and entertainment arts by investing up to $5.5 million into the Calgary Entertainment Arts Production Hub ("CEAPH") at Bow Valley College.

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  • CALGARY, AB, Nov. 16, 2023 /CNW/ - The Opportunity Calgary Investment Fund ("OCIF") is positioning Calgary to seize new opportunities in digital media and entertainment arts by investing up to $5.5 million into the Calgary Entertainment Arts Production Hub ("CEAPH") at Bow Valley College.
  • Supporting business incubation, applied research, community-building, and youth engagement, the Calgary Entertainment Arts Production Hub at Bow Valley College will be a catalyst for economic growth, supporting business development activities in the entertainment arts industry and attracting more investment to Calgary in this exciting sector.
  • We are thrilled to partner with the Opportunity Calgary Investment Fund to build a world-class hub for the next generation of creative minds," said Dr. Misheck Mwaba, President and CEO of Bow Valley College.
  • OCIF is a $100-million initiative launched by the City of Calgary in 2018 to make strategic investments to diversify and transform the economy.

Hyundai Motor Group Calls for Public-Private Partnerships to Realize Its Vision for Advanced Air Mobility at the 2023 Bloomberg New Economy Forum

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

The Group's participating theme is 'Hyundai Accelerates the New Economy through its Smart Mobility Solutions.'

Key Points: 
  • The Group's participating theme is 'Hyundai Accelerates the New Economy through its Smart Mobility Solutions.'
  • Supernal, part of Hyundai Motor Group, is a U.S.-based mobility service provider on a mission to redefine how people move, connect, and live.
  • With the beginning of the Forum, Hyundai introduced a new film that addresses the paradigm shift the Group's vision for AAM.
  • More information about Hyundai Motor Group can be found at: http://www.hyundaimotorgroup.com
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Hyundai Motor Group Calls for Public-Private Partnerships to Realize Its Vision for Advanced Air Mobility at the 2023 Bloomberg New Economy Forum

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

The Group's participating theme is 'Hyundai Accelerates the New Economy through its Smart Mobility Solutions.'

Key Points: 
  • The Group's participating theme is 'Hyundai Accelerates the New Economy through its Smart Mobility Solutions.'
  • Supernal, part of Hyundai Motor Group, is a U.S.-based mobility service provider on a mission to redefine how people move, connect, and live.
  • Supernal plans to harness the Group's automotive manufacturing heritage to make Advanced Air Mobility accessible to the masses.
  • With the beginning of the Forum, Hyundai introduced a new film that addresses the paradigm shift the Group's vision for AAM.

Available Today, Spiritually Intelligent Leadership: How to Inspire by Being Inspired Enables Leaders to Get Inspired, and to Inspire and Empower Their Teams

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

PALO ALTO, Calif. , Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Available Today, Spiritually Intelligent Leadership: How to Inspire by Being Inspired Equips Leaders with the Ability to Connect with their Authentic Power, Get Inspired, and to Inspire and Empower Their Organizations

Key Points: 
  • The Virtual Launch For Spiritually Intelligent Leadership Will Be Held on Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023, at 1 PM PT.
  • Within this book, he explains that spiritual intelligence profoundly shapes our experiences and functionality in all aspects of life.
  • In Spiritually Intelligent Leadership, Dr. Amram provides real-life case studies of CEOs who confronted and overcame substantial challenges within their work settings through spiritually intelligent leadership.
  • "Spiritually Intelligent Leadership is a different type of leadership book.

MASTERING THE NEW ECONOMY: WORLD LEADERS AND DECISION-MAKERS GATHER AT WORLD STRATEGIC FORUM IN MIAMI

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Monday, October 30, 2023

MIAMI, Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The World Strategic Forum (WSF) is set to convene more than 80 high-profile CEOs, former heads of state and industry experts on November 6th-7th at the Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables, Miami. This year's edition is held under the theme of 'Mastering the New Economy', examining the strategies and solutions needed to thrive in an ever-evolving economic landscape, and is hosted by the International Economic Forum of the Americas (IEFA) and the Adam Smith Center for Economic Freedom at Florida International University (FIU).

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  • "We are honored to welcome such an esteemed group of leaders and decision makers at this year's World Strategic Forum," said Nicholas Rémillard, CEO of the IEFA.
  • This year's program will address various topics such as the most pressing economic challenges, sports and entertainment, alternative investments, sustainable development, technology, infrastructure, legacy planning and more.
  • Those attending in-person at the Biltmore Hotel will have opportunities to network with speakers, partners, and other attendees throughout the conference.
  • The IEFA Network App and event platform will provide virtual attendees the chance to watch live conversations, while offering opportunities to connect online with other participants.