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Focal Systems Announces Kevin H. Johnson as new CEO

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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SAN FRANCISCO, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Focal Systems , the leader in AI applications for retail operations, today announced the appointment of Kevin H. Johnson as CEO, effective April 2, 2024.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Focal Systems , the leader in AI applications for retail operations, today announced the appointment of Kevin H. Johnson as CEO, effective April 2, 2024.
  • Founding CEO, Francois Chaubard, will transition to the role of CTO to focus his attention on the science of deep learning in retail.
  • “I am thrilled to join Francois and the team as they deploy the most advanced AI solutions to brick-and-mortar retailers,” said Johnson.
  • “Focal Systems already drives significant ROI for its customers by reducing operating costs, improving product availability, and optimizing mix.

Prominent Comprehensive Ophthalmologist, Dr. Brett J. Karlik, Joins OCLI Vision's McMurray Location

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Thursday, September 7, 2023
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GARDEN CITY, N.Y., Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- OCLI Vision is pleased to announce the addition of Brett J. Karlik, MD, to their esteemed team of eye care professionals. Dr. Karlik is a highly skilled Comprehensive Ophthalmologist with a diverse range of expertise in various ophthalmic procedures. He commenced his practice at OCLI Vision's McMurray location in Pennsylvania on August 1, 2023.

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  • OCLI Vision has welcomed Dr. Brett J. Karlik, a skilled Comprehensive Ophthalmologist, to its team at the McMurray location in Pennsylvania as of August 1, 2023.
  • He commenced his practice at OCLI Vision's McMurray location in Pennsylvania on August 1, 2023.
  • Patients seeking expert comprehensive eye care can now benefit from Dr. Karlik's exceptional services at the McMurray location.
  • To schedule an appointment with Dr. Brett J. Karlik or to learn more about the comprehensive eye care services provided at OCLI Vision, please visit ocli.net.

Focal Systems Wins "Overall Store Management Solution Provider of the Year" in the Inaugural RetailTech Breakthrough 2023 Awards Program

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Thursday, May 25, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Focal Systems has been named "Overall Store Management Solution Provider of the Year" in the inaugural RetailTech Breakthrough 2023 awards program, which honors excellence in retail technology companies, services, and solutions around the world.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Focal Systems has been named "Overall Store Management Solution Provider of the Year" in the inaugural RetailTech Breakthrough 2023 awards program, which honors excellence in retail technology companies, services, and solutions around the world.
  • By adopting new, innovative technologies, they are able to adapt quickly and anticipate customer needs," said Francois Chaubard, CEO and founder of Focal Systems.
  • This year's RetailTech Breakthrough awards program attracted more than 1,200 nominations from over 12 different countries.
  • Focal Systems was also recently named to Fast Company's World's Most Innovative Companies for 2023 list.

EDAP Announces Major Presence at Upcoming Annual Meeting of the American Urological Association (AUA)

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Friday, April 21, 2023
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LYON, France, April 21, 2023 -- EDAP TMS SA (Nasdaq: EDAP) (“the Company”), the global leader in robotic energy-based therapies, today announced that the Company will be showcasing its Focal One® Robotic High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) platform at the upcoming Annual Meeting of the American Urological Association (AUA), the largest gathering of urologists worldwide, which will be held April 28th through May 1st in Chicago, IL.

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  • The Company will be having its largest presence ever at this year’s AUA meeting.
  • Focal Therapy, and the Focal One® HIFU platform will be represented in several topics during both plenary presentations and instructional courses throughout the meeting.
  • Additionally, EDAP will be featured in the Hands-on Ultrasound Skills Training AUA Accredited Course with the ExactVu™ Micro-ultrasound platform under the guidance of expert faculty.
  • “This year’s AUA meeting will highlight the growing adoption of EDAP’s Focal One® HIFU platform in the management of prostate cancer,” said Ryan Rhodes, Chief Executive Officer of EDAP USA.

World Wide Stereo Presents: Music Matters: Spring Sessions, An Event for Music Lovers

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Tuesday, April 11, 2023
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MONTGOMERYVILLE, Pa., April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Finally: After a 4-year Covid time-out, the highly-regarded, widely anticipated, kick-a** music event called "Music Matters" is back. And, once again, it's brought to you by World Wide Stereo – 2023's CTA "Integrator of The Year" and Philadelphia's undisputed destination for all-things premium sound. The venue: World Wide Stereo's flagship showroom in Montgomeryville, PA, tuned to the nines for demonstrations that, as past Music Matter veterans will attest – just might sweep you off your feet.

Key Points: 
  • Finally: After a 4-year Covid time-out, the highly-regarded, widely anticipated, kick-a** music event called "Music Matters" is back.
  • MONTGOMERYVILLE, Pa., April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Finally: After a 4-year Covid time-out, the highly-regarded, widely anticipated, kick-a** music event called "Music Matters" is back.
  • And, once again, it's brought to you by World Wide Stereo – 2023's CTA "Integrator of The Year" and Philadelphia's undisputed destination for all-things premium sound.
  • To register for the Music Matters sessions, or for more detail and/or session times, see our Music Matters landing page at http://www.worldwidestereo.com/music-matters

Focal Systems Wins “Fast Company’s World’s Most Innovative Companies for 2023”

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Thursday, March 2, 2023
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Focal Systems has been named to Fast Company’s prestigious annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies for 2023.

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  • Focal Systems has been named to Fast Company’s prestigious annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies for 2023.
  • In addition to the World’s 50 Most Innovative Companies, 540 organizations are recognized across 54 sectors and regions.
  • The World’s Most Innovative Companies is Fast Company’s signature franchise and one of its most highly anticipated editorial efforts of the year.
  • Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies issue (March/April 2023) is available online here , as well as in-app form via iTunes, and on newsstands beginning March 14.

EDAP Appoints Medical Capital Equipment Finance Veteran Ken Mobeck as Chief Financial Officer of Company’s U.S. Subsidiary

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Tuesday, December 6, 2022
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LYON, France, December 6, 2022 -- EDAP TMS SA (NASDAQ: EDAP) (the “Company”), the global leader in robotic energy-based therapies, announced today that the Company has hired medical capital equipment finance industry veteran Ken Mobeck as Chief Financial Officer of EDAP Technomed Inc., the Company’s U.S. subsidiary.

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  • LYON, France, December 6, 2022 -- EDAP TMS SA (NASDAQ: EDAP) (the “Company”), the global leader in robotic energy-based therapies, announced today that the Company has hired medical capital equipment finance industry veteran Ken Mobeck as Chief Financial Officer of EDAP Technomed Inc., the Company’s U.S. subsidiary.
  • Marc Oczachowski, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of EDAP TMS, stated, “I am very pleased to welcome Ken onboard our U.S. subsidiary.
  • He brings over 25 years of financial leadership across all finance disciplines with extensive experience building strong relationships to drive operating results.
  • Prior to joining EDAP Technomed, Ken served as Vice President of Finance and Investor Relations at medical device manufacturer Accuray Incorporated (Nasdaq: ARAY), one of the leading radiation therapy companies in the industry.

EDAP Announces Approval to Initiate Randomized Clinical Trial Evaluating Focal One® as a Potential Treatment for Rectal Deep Infiltrating Endometriosis

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Wednesday, November 30, 2022
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LYON, France, November 30, 2022 -- EDAP TMS SA (Nasdaq: EDAP) (“the Company”), the global leader in robotic therapeutic ultrasound, today announced that the Company has received approval from French authorities to initiate a Phase 3 randomized, controlled clinical trial evaluating Focal One high intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) as a potential treatment for rectal deep infiltrating endometriosis.

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  • Marc Oczachowski, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of EDAP TMS, stated, This is great news and a notable milestone for our Focal One HIFU endometriosis program.
  • This level 1 study the most rigorous trial design - is a multi-center, double blind, randomized, controlled clinical trial.
  • The study will enroll 60 subjects across eight centers in France, with 30 subjects randomized to each group.
  • The Company recently completed a Phase 2 study evaluating HIFU as a potential treatment for deep infiltrating endometriosis.

EDAP to Present at the Piper Sandler 34th Annual Healthcare Conference

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Monday, November 21, 2022
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Please contact your Piper Sandler representative if you would like to schedule a one-on-one meeting during the conference.

Key Points: 
  • Please contact your Piper Sandler representative if you would like to schedule a one-on-one meeting during the conference.
  • A recognized leader in the global therapeutic ultrasound market, EDAP TMS develops, manufactures, promotes and distributes worldwide minimally invasive medical devices for various pathologies using ultrasound technology.
  • With the addition of the ExactVu Micro-Ultrasound device, EDAP TMS is now the only company offering a complete solution from diagnostics to focal treatment of Prostate Cancer.
  • EDAP TMS also produces and distributes other medical equipment including the Sonolith i-move lithotripter and lasers for the treatment of urinary tract stones using extra-corporeal shockwave lithotripsy (ESWL).

Leading Retail, Grocery AI Company Enters UK Market

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022
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This entrance into the UK market comes at a time when retailers need it most.

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  • This entrance into the UK market comes at a time when retailers need it most.
  • Earlier this year, the number of job vacancies in the UK exploded to a record high of nearly 1.3 million.
  • Given the UK's current labour and supply chain crises, Focal Systems has seen huge demand for its technology in the UK market over the past year.
  • Now that COVID restrictions have relaxed, the brand is setting itself up to support UK retailers and help them adopt AI and automation quickly.