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Plug and Play Announces Expansion Plans in Frisco, Texas

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

"We are so proud to launch Plug and Play Frisco in an effort to build the world's most impactful Sportstech program.

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  • "We are so proud to launch Plug and Play Frisco in an effort to build the world's most impactful Sportstech program.
  • In October, the Frisco EDC's Board of Directors approved a performance-based incentive agreement with Plug and Play.
  • In future years, Plug and Play Frisco plans to add additional cohorts reflective of the North Texas innovation ecosystem focused on areas such as health, fintech, cybersecurity, and smart city technologies.
  • In August this year, Plug and Play announced their expansion to Cedar Park, Texas , making Frisco their second location in the state and first in North Texas.

Rockstar Energy Drink Partners with Rising Mexican Artist Joaquín Nava to Launch "Proud Hasta Los Huesos," a Celebration of Día de los Muertos

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Thursday, September 28, 2023

PURCHASE, N.Y., Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As millions of people prepare to celebrate Día de los Muertos, creating ofrendas (altars) and planning feasts in memory of their loved ones, Rockstar Energy Drink launches "Proud Hasta Los Huesos" (Proud to the Bones), a national campaign that invites consumers to participate in the beloved Mexican holiday that takes place during the first two days of November each year. To kick-off the campaign, today Rockstar Energy released a limited-edition collection of Día de los Muertos-themed cans designed by Mexican artist and illustrator Joaquín Nava.

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  • To kick-off the campaign, today Rockstar Energy released a limited-edition collection of Día de los Muertos-themed cans designed by Mexican artist and illustrator Joaquín Nava.
  • The "Proud Hasta Los Huesos" limited edition can collection is inspired by the iconic images of La Catrina, one of the most recognizable symbols of the Día de los Muertos, and includes Rockstar Pure Zero, Brisk, Crush and Manzanita Sol beverages.
  • Each can features artistic nods to the vibrant Mexican culture and community, and honors those who came before us.
  • Through this new, limited-edition Día de los Muertos can collection, we honor our roots, while infusing culture and creativity into every sip."

Palm Tree LLC Opens Dallas Office to Serve Growing Market

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

"Palm Tree recognizes a significant opportunity in Dallas, a thriving metropolitan hub within Texas, aligning seamlessly with our core sectors of focus.

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  • "Palm Tree recognizes a significant opportunity in Dallas, a thriving metropolitan hub within Texas, aligning seamlessly with our core sectors of focus.
  • These encompass industrials, manufacturing, energy, business services, consumer, education, tourism, and hospitality," explained Pardis Nasseri, CEO and President of Palm Tree.
  • In May 2023, Phillip Cooper, a Texas native and an investment banking Managing Director at Palm Tree, joined Rouzheen Myrick in Dallas to provide the full suite of Palm Tree services to clients.
  • As an original Palm Tree consultant in these cities, I have witnessed the rapid growth within the Dallas-Fort Worth middle market.

Leading Indoor Spinach Grower BrightFarms Enters Exclusive Licensing Deal With Partner Element Farms

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

IRVINGTON, N.Y., Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In a landmark move for sustainable agriculture, BrightFarms is teaming up with Element Farms to set a new standard for indoor-grown produce in the Northeast. Both trailblazers in sustainable, controlled environment agriculture (CEA), this mutually beneficial partnership allows BrightFarms to distribute Element Farms' indoor-grown spinach throughout the Northeast under the BrightFarms brand, further satisfying the strong consumer demand for high-quality, locally grown spinach.

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  • Both trailblazers in sustainable, controlled environment agriculture (CEA), this mutually beneficial partnership allows BrightFarms to distribute Element Farms' indoor-grown spinach throughout the Northeast under the BrightFarms brand, further satisfying the strong consumer demand for high-quality, locally grown spinach.
  • "This partnership with Element Farms is an important step forward for BrightFarms.
  • "BrightFarms has been the leader in indoor spinach production since we launched the product in retail stores in 2016.
  • Partnering with Element Farms gives us greater supply leveraging two models for successful spinach production."

Crescent Capital Group Announces Hiring of Erik Hall as Managing Director, Head of Midwestern Region in the Investor Solutions Group

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Monday, September 11, 2023

Crescent Capital Group LP, a leading alternative credit investment firm, announced today that Erik Hall has joined the firm as Managing Director, Head of Midwestern Region in the Investor Solutions Group.

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  • Crescent Capital Group LP, a leading alternative credit investment firm, announced today that Erik Hall has joined the firm as Managing Director, Head of Midwestern Region in the Investor Solutions Group.
  • Mr. Hall is also the incoming Chairman of the Board of Directors of the National Association of Securities Professionals (NASP).
  • “We are excited to have Erik join our team as we continue to see strong demand for Crescent’s alternative credit solutions,” said Jonathan Harari, Global Head of Investor Solutions at Crescent Capital.
  • I could not be more excited to join the Crescent platform,” said Mr. Hall.

CEMATRIX Announces a $10.7 Million Increase in Contracts

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023

The $40 million in scheduled 2023 backlog is contracted and a portion of these contracts have already been placed in 2023.

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  • The $40 million in scheduled 2023 backlog is contracted and a portion of these contracts have already been placed in 2023.
  • The Corporations backlog is comprised of contracts in the amount of $55.7 million and Contracts in Process in the amount of $52 million.
  • “The $10.7 million increase in contracts represents $4.7 million in new contracts along with a $6 million increase in a previously announced contract.
  • The $7.7 million increase in backlog related to contacts in process is mainly attributed to two new contracts valued at over $1 million each.

DartPoints Strengthens Leadership Team with the Appointment of Angelika Torres as Chief Financial Officer

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Tuesday, August 29, 2023

DALLAS, Aug. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DartPoints , a leading edge data center platform, announces the appointment of Angelika Torres as Chief Financial Officer.

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  • DALLAS, Aug. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DartPoints , a leading edge data center platform, announces the appointment of Angelika Torres as Chief Financial Officer.
  • Ms. Torres is a strategic addition to the DartPoints leadership team, bringing a proven track record in building finance teams, driving corporate strategy, and raising capital in high-growth businesses.
  • She brings financial expertise and a proven ability to drive strategic growth with privately held organizations," said DartPoints CEO Scott Willis .
  • Angelika will be an invaluable asset to DartPoints and the executive team as we continue to expand our local presence in existing and new markets."

Baker Tilly Names Adam Grinde Illinois Managing Partner

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Thursday, August 24, 2023

Leading advisory CPA firm Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) appoints Adam Grinde as managing partner for the firm’s Illinois market.

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  • Leading advisory CPA firm Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) appoints Adam Grinde as managing partner for the firm’s Illinois market.
  • Grinde succeeds Thomas Walker who transitioned to a regional leadership role as managing partner – Central U.S. effective June 1.
  • "I am honored to assume the role of Managing Partner for Illinois.
  • Grinde joined Baker Tilly in 2008 as a multinational assurance partner.

Edible Garden Reports Record Year-Over-Year Revenue Growth of 41.4% for Second Quarter of 2023

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Thursday, August 10, 2023

BELVIDERE, N.J., Aug. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Edible Garden AG Incorporated (“Edible Garden” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: EDBL), a leader in controlled environment agriculture (CEA), locally grown, organic and sustainable produce and products, today provided a business update and reported financial results for the three months ended June 30, 2023.

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  • Mr. Jim Kras, Chief Executive Officer of Edible Garden, stated, "We are excited to report record year-over-year revenue growth of 41.4% for the second quarter of 2023.
  • Edible Garden has always stood out for its consistently high level of execution, a feature that sets the Company apart from our competition.
  • Moreover, with the launch of Edible Garden Heartland in April 2023, we anticipate even further positive impacts on our margins.
  • Our record revenue for the second quarter, along with the increase in gross profit and profit margins, suggests that our strategy is working.

CoBank Quarterly: U.S. Economic Slowdown Likely Ahead as Monetary Policy Actions Begin to Take Effect

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Thursday, July 13, 2023

Secure jobs are the most important element in consumer spending and well-employed Americans have powered the economic recovery for three years.

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  • Secure jobs are the most important element in consumer spending and well-employed Americans have powered the economic recovery for three years.
  • The successes in these two groups have been critical so far in the economic recovery.
  • But looking forward, it raises the question of how many more workers are available to be coaxed in off the sidelines.
  • With the corn and soybean growing season in full swing, drought across the Central U.S. is driving heightened seasonal market volatility.