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MetTel's Lori Thomas Secures Stevie® Award for Woman of the Year for Business Services

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022

NEW YORK, Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MetTel, a digital transformation and communications leader, is happy to announce that Lori Thomas, SVP of Strategic Engagement and Transformation was honored with a Stevie® for Woman of the Year for Business Services at the 19th annual Stevie Awards for Women in Business.

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  • The Women in Business Stevie Award honors women executives, entrepreneurs, employees, and the companies they run worldwide.
  • NEW YORK, Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MetTel , a digital transformation and communications leader, is happy to announce that Lori Thomas, SVP of Strategic Engagement and Transformation was honored with a Stevie for Woman of the Year for Business Services at the 19th annual Stevie Awards for Women in Business.
  • The Woman of the Year for Business Services award recognizes Lori for her outstanding contributions in leading strategic business initiatives, as well as developing strong bonds with clients and her overall commitment to clients and peers.
  • "It's a great honor to be recognized with Stevie for Woman of the Year for Business Services," Thomas said.

Leader in Hospitality Talent Acquisition The Chef Agency Announces Executive Appointments to Meet the Unprecedented Food and Beverage Labor Demand

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022

NEW YORK, Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Chef Agency, the leading hospitality-focused executive search firm in the U.S., announced today five new appointments to meet the unprecedented demand for labor in the hotel and restaurant industry. Known as "The ultimate source of hospitality talent," the agency has experienced explosive growth over the past two years and will continue to accelerate its headcount and move into new markets in 2023.

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  • The appointments will enable The Chef Agency to expand from 28 to 40 markets and move from 60 to 250 hospitality recruiters in 2023.
  • NEW YORK, Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Chef Agency , the leading hospitality-focused executive search firm in the U.S., announced today five new appointments to meet the unprecedented demand for labor in the hotel and restaurant industry.
  • Chief Executive Officer and Founder Steven Kamali stated, "The hospitality industry faces many challenges today, including labor shortages, competitive pay, and showdowns over flexible schedules.
  • She was previously Vice President of Food & Beverage at SBE Entertainment Group and formerly an executive at Starr Restaurants.

CeraVe Establishes Fund at Howard University to Address Lack of Diversity and Increase Representation of Skin of Color in Skincare Clinical Research

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022

NEW YORK, Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As a brand developed with dermatologists and backed by science, CeraVe is committed to providing safe and efficacious skincare products for all people and recognizes that there are representation gaps within the skincare industry. This includes representation at the clinical research level, both for participants of dermatological clinical trials and the investigators conducting them, of which there is a significant disparity for skin of color. To help close this existing racial inequity gap in dermatological research, CeraVe is establishing a fund at Howard University, one of the only historically Black universities with a Department of Dermatology, to help its faculty further their expertise and build the infrastructure needed to conduct clinical trials with a focus on skin of color.

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  • Diversity is not just lacking in those participating in clinical trials, but also in those conducting the trials.
  • The first stage of the partnership between CeraVe and Howard University, will help fund faculty education to obtain certification to conduct clinical trials.
  • By partnering with the Howard University Dermatology Department, CeraVe is helping the University become a leader in research and innovation of dermatological science for skin of color.
  • Both Howard University and CeraVe are committed to transform values into action to address the health inequities impacting people of color.

WalleyGrip2 Redefines The Smart Wallet With All-In-One Phone Accessory Designed to Make Life Easier

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022

NEW YORK, Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- While your phone can be your "digital wallet," you still may need to carry your driver's license, some cash, a credit/debit card, Costco card, business cards or more. Accelerating the "death" of the traditional leather wallet, InfinaCore™ today introduced WalleyGrip2, redefining the "smart wallet" by combining tech and style in an innovative design. WalleyGrip2 is a thin "pocket" that attaches to the back of user's phones to deliver the ultimate convenience holding three cards plus cash while supporting cashless payments utilizing the NFC tap. Additionally, the WalleyGrip2 contains the Popl Social Smart Chip, which allows the user to share and interact digitally also with a simple tap.

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  • Accelerating the "death" of the traditional leather wallet, InfinaCore today introduced WalleyGrip2, redefining the "smart wallet" by combining tech and style in an innovative design.
  • Additionally, the WalleyGrip2 contains the Popl Social Smart Chip, which allows the user to share and interact digitally also with a simple tap.
  • Made with hardshell plastic and strong MagSafe Compatible magnets to attach to your phone, WalleyGrip2, which is available in nine colors, is available starting today for $49.99 at https://www.walleygrip.com/ .
  • "Its 5-in-1 design features a kickstand, comfortable cell phone grip, wallet, digital ID and RFID blocking technology to protect your credit cards from fraud.

Cole Haan Announces Collaboration with Pendleton Woolen Mills

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022

NEW YORK, Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cole Haan is proud to announce its collaboration with the heritage lifestyle brand, Pendleton Woolen Mills. The seven-piece footwear and bag collection draws inspiration from Acadia National Park in Maine and fuses Pendleton's distinctive fabrics with Cole Haan's design, innovation, and craftsmanship to embody what both brands do best: iconic American products that stand the test of time. 

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cole Haan is proud to announce its collaboration with the heritage lifestyle brand, Pendleton Woolen Mills.
  • "We are thrilled to be launching this collaboration with Cole Haan, fusing two iconic American brands to bring Cole Haan's leather craftsmanship and Pendleton's world-class wool into one collection," said Peter Bishop, Executive Vice President of Merchandising and Design at Pendleton Woolen Mills.
  • In this time of environmental preservation, Cole Haan and Pendleton have respectively taken steps towards eco-consciousness and this collaboration reinforces both brand's commitment to sustainability and innovation.
  • The Cole Haan x Pendleton collection is available now on colehaan.com and in US and select international stores.

Capital Rx Debuts as the 15th Fastest-Growing Company in North America on the 2022 Deloitte Technology Fast 500™

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022

"Unified claim processing in a hyper-efficient infrastructure is the future of healthcare, and our technology is leading the way."

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  • "Unified claim processing in a hyper-efficient infrastructure is the future of healthcare, and our technology is leading the way."
  • Now in its 28th year, the Deloitte Technology Fast 500 provides a ranking of the fastest-growing technology, media, telecommunications, life sciences, fintech, and energy tech companies both public and private in North America.
  • Technology Fast 500 award winners are selected based on percentage fiscal year revenue growth from 2018 to 2021.
  • Capital Rx is built around the mission of changing the way prescription drugs are priced and patients are serviced.

BlueVoyant Ranked Number 222 Fastest-Growing Company in North America on the 2022 Deloitte Technology Fast 500™

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022

NEW YORK, Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BlueVoyant, an industry-leading cyber defense company that combines internal and external cybersecurity, today announced it ranked number 222 on the Deloitte Technology Fast 500™, a ranking of the 500 fastest-growing technology, media, telecommunications, life sciences, fintech, and energy tech companies in North America, now in its 28th year. BlueVoyant experienced high growth during this period.

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  • "We founded BlueVoyant five years ago to solve for significant gaps in internal and external cyber defense.
  • Overall, 2022 Technology Fast 500 companies achieved revenue growth ranging from 241% to 125,138% from 2018 to 2021, with median growth of 611%.
  • Now in its 28th year, the Deloitte Technology Fast 500 provides a ranking of the fastest-growing technology, media, telecommunications, life sciences, fintech, and energy tech companies both public and private in North America.
  • Technology Fast 500 award winners are selected based on percentage fiscal year revenue growth from 2018 to 2021.

Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. Announces Upcoming 5th Annual Blockchain and Digital Assets Summit

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022

NEW YORK, Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. ("Oppenheimer") – a leading investment bank, wealth manager, and a subsidiary of Oppenheimer Holdings (NYSE: OPY) – today announced that its fifth annual Blockchain and Digital Assets Summit: Web 3.0 and the Creator Economy, will be held tomorrow, November 17. The virtual event will feature a high-profile group of companies leading the ongoing development of the blockchain ecosystem, including Blockchain.com, Coinbase, Fidelity Digital Assets, and Silvergate Capital Corporation. You can register here.  

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  • The virtual event will feature a high-profile group of companies leading the ongoing development of the blockchain ecosystem, including Blockchain.com, Coinbase, Fidelity Digital Assets, and Silvergate Capital Corporation.
  • The Summit will include presentations, panels and 1-on-1 meetings covering important trends in the blockchain and digital assets ecosystem, including applications of DeFi and NFTs, payments and remittances, capital markets infrastructure, the regulatory landscape and more.
  • Fidelity Digital Assets, a subsidiary of Fidelity Investments that operates as a separate business, dedicated to building products and services that help institutions adopt digital assets and innovate within the increasingly digital world of finance.
  • Erica L. Moffett, Managing Director and Associate Director of Research at Oppenheimer, said, "We are thrilled to welcome the trailblazing group of companies, investors and speakers attending our fifth annual Blockchain and Digital Assets Summit.

Fractal Announces Launch of Asper.ai

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022

NEW YORK, Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --  Fractal (www.fractal.ai), a global provider of artificial intelligence and advanced analytics solutions to entities including Fortune 500® companies, today announced the launch of Asper.ai. Building on the company's existing AI capabilities, Asper.ai is a purpose-built interconnected AI solution for consumer goods, manufacturing, and retail. 

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  • Fractal launches Asper.ai - a purpose-built interconnected AI product for consumer goods, manufacturing, and retail
    NEW YORK, Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Fractal ( www.fractal.ai ), a global provider of artificial intelligence and advanced analytics solutions to entities including Fortune 500companies, today announced the launch of Asper.ai.
  • "The opportunity for AI to unlock efficiency and drive growth is massive," said Pranay Agrawal, Co-founder & CEO, Fractal.
  • Asper.ai, a Fractal company, enables interconnected and automated decisions at the intersection of demand and supply.
  • Fractal currently has close to 4800 employees across 16 global locations, including the United States, UK, Ukraine, India, Singapore, and Australia.

Fractal Announces Launch of Asper.ai

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022

NEW YORK, Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --  Fractal (www.fractal.ai), a global provider of artificial intelligence and advanced analytics solutions to entities including Fortune 500® companies, today announced the launch of Asper.ai. Building on the company's existing AI capabilities, Asper.ai is a purpose-built interconnected AI solution for consumer goods, manufacturing, and retail. 

Key Points: 
  • Fractal launches Asper.ai - a purpose-built interconnected AI product for consumer goods, manufacturing, and retail
    NEW YORK, Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Fractal ( www.fractal.ai ), a global provider of artificial intelligence and advanced analytics solutions to entities including Fortune 500companies, today announced the launch of Asper.ai.
  • "The opportunity for AI to unlock efficiency and drive growth is massive," said Pranay Agrawal, Co-founder & CEO, Fractal.
  • Asper.ai, a Fractal company, enables interconnected and automated decisions at the intersection of demand and supply.
  • Fractal currently has close to 4800 employees across 16 global locations, including the United States, UK, Ukraine, India, Singapore, and Australia.