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HKTDC and Dun & Bradstreet Hong Kong join forces to help SMEs enhance ESG competitiveness

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Monday, May 15, 2023

Mr Andrew Wu (L), Managing Director of Dun & Bradstreet China - Mainland China & HKSAR and HKTDC Deputy Executive Director Dr Patrick Lau (R), announce a new partnership between the two organisations to enhance SMEs' ESG competitiveness.

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  • Mr Andrew Wu (L), Managing Director of Dun & Bradstreet China - Mainland China & HKSAR and HKTDC Deputy Executive Director Dr Patrick Lau (R), announce a new partnership between the two organisations to enhance SMEs' ESG competitiveness.
  • Managing Director of Dun & Bradstreet China - Mainland and Hong Kong SAR Mr Andrew Wu said: "Dun & Bradstreet is privileged to be part of it to support and drive a sustainable ecosystem for SMEs.
  • Dun & Bradstreet Hong Kong as the recognised Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) partner of Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) sets an excellent example of D&B's strong reputation as a global provider of reliable business decisioning data and analytics."
  • "We are certain that local companies will enhance their ESG competitiveness with the help of a world-leading service provider in the field, such as Dun & Bradstreet," Dr Patrick Lau added.

Taking a closer look at the small business credit reporting system

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023

Taking a closer look at the small business credit reporting systemBut just as an error on a credit report can throw an unexpected wrench into the works for an individual consumer, an error on a small business credit report can bring even a well-designed business plan to a grinding halt.

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Taking a closer look at the small business credit reporting system

    • But just as an error on a credit report can throw an unexpected wrench into the works for an individual consumer, an error on a small business credit report can bring even a well-designed business plan to a grinding halt.
    • The FTC just launched an inquiry into the small business credit reporting system and has some questions for five companies in that industry: Dun & Bradstreet, Experian Information Solutions, Equifax, Ansonia Credit Data, and Creditsafe USA.
    • But there’s no corresponding federal law that specifically outlines the processes and protections available to businesses when it comes to credit reporting.

David Charpie Named Co-CEO and Chief People Officer of Mach49

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023

REDWOOD CITY, Calif., March 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mach49, the Growth Builder for Global Businesses, has named David Charpie as Co-CEO alongside Founder and CEO Linda Yates. Charpie extends his 30 years of leadership experience with global multinationals, venture backed startups, joint ventures, and Global 1000-generated internal startups, to further expand Mach49's team and support client momentum as an increasing number of corporations seek institutional growth at scale.

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  • REDWOOD CITY, Calif., March 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mach49 , the Growth Builder for Global Businesses, has named David Charpie as Co-CEO alongside Founder and CEO Linda Yates .
  • Charpie was one of Mach49's original team members and has helped usher the company through massive growth since 2014.
  • Charpie has also been named Chief People Officer of Mach49's newly established Office of People and Belonging.
  • Charpie holds a BS and MS in nuclear engineering from MIT and an MBA from MIT's Sloan School of Management.

Dun & Bradstreet Facing Multi-Million Dollar Lawsuit Alleging Technology Misappropriation and Unfair Competition

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Tuesday, February 7, 2023

The Amended Counterclaims alleges that D&B blatantly misappropriated Tropare's confidential information and intellectual property with the blessing, if not at the direction, of its most senior executives.

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  • The Amended Counterclaims alleges that D&B blatantly misappropriated Tropare's confidential information and intellectual property with the blessing, if not at the direction, of its most senior executives.
  • Tropare alleges that D&B established and executed a plan to crush Tropare by misappropriating its technology for D&B's own financial benefit, and improperly disclosed Tropare's confidential and proprietary information to third parties.
  • Over the next six years, as alleged in the Amendment Counterclaims, D&B did not meet its obligations or comply with its prior representations.
  • The lawsuit seeks multi-millions in direct and punitive damages as well as injunctive relief to prevent D&B and Lattice from using Tropare's technology, confidential information and intellectual property.

DAVE & BUSTER'S ANNOUNCES ITS LAUNCH INTO THE METAVERSE WITH DAVE & BUSTER'S WORLD ON ROBLOX

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Tuesday, February 7, 2023

DALLAS, Feb. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc., (NASDAQ:PLAY), ("Dave & Buster's" or "the Company"), the ultimate entertainment and dining destination, announced its entry into the metaverse as Dave & Buster's World opens its virtual doors on Roblox.

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  • DALLAS, Feb. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc., (NASDAQ: PLAY ), ("Dave & Buster's" or "the Company"), the ultimate entertainment and dining destination, announced its entry into the metaverse as Dave & Buster's World opens its virtual doors on Roblox.
  • Dave and Buster's World on Roblox is an interactive and immersive digital experience that reflects the energy and excitement of the actual Dave & Buster's.
  • Chris Morris, CEO at Dave & Buster's, said, "Dave & Buster's is the pioneer in midway and arcade games.
  • I am excited for Dave & Buster's to enter this rapidly growing digital space with Dave & Buster's World."

Donovan & Bank Foundation Announces New Board of Advisors

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Monday, January 9, 2023

They also help Special Operators cope with the physiological and psychological wear and tear of a life in the Special Forces.

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  • They also help Special Operators cope with the physiological and psychological wear and tear of a life in the Special Forces.
  • The new Board of Advisors promises to bring expertise and networks to amplify and accelerate the Foundation's ever-growing impact.
  • The Board of Advisors represents a wide spectrum of expertise from across the Nation:
    Jon Loew, President and CEO of Big Media Holdings.
  • According to Jon Loew, the Board President, the focus of the Board of Advisors for the next 12 months will be fundraising.

Lined Valve Market worth $4.1 billion by 2028 - Exclusive Report by MarketsandMarkets™

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Tuesday, January 3, 2023

CHICAGO, Jan. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The global lined valve market size is estimated to be USD 3.4 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 4.1 billion by 2028 at a CAGR of 4.2% according to a new report by MarketsandMarkets™.

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  • CHICAGO, Jan. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The global lined valve market size is estimated to be USD 3.4 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 4.1 billion by 2028 at a CAGR of 4.2% according to a new report by MarketsandMarkets™.
  • Other benefits of lined ball valves include low pressure drop and relatively high flow capacity, thereby offering low turbulence to the fluid flow.
  • In addition, lined ball valves are available in a wide variety of materials, making them suitable for the petrochemical and mining sectors.
  • Our insights and strategies are molded by our industry experts, cutting-edge AI-powered Market Intelligence Cloud, and years of research.

Lined Valve Market worth $4.1 billion by 2028 - Exclusive Report by MarketsandMarkets™

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Tuesday, January 3, 2023

CHICAGO, Jan. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The global lined valve market size is estimated to be USD 3.4 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 4.1 billion by 2028 at a CAGR of 4.2% according to a new report by MarketsandMarkets™.

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  • CHICAGO, Jan. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The global lined valve market size is estimated to be USD 3.4 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 4.1 billion by 2028 at a CAGR of 4.2% according to a new report by MarketsandMarkets™.
  • Other benefits of lined ball valves include low pressure drop and relatively high flow capacity, thereby offering low turbulence to the fluid flow.
  • In addition, lined ball valves are available in a wide variety of materials, making them suitable for the petrochemical and mining sectors.
  • Our insights and strategies are molded by our industry experts, cutting-edge AI-powered Market Intelligence Cloud, and years of research.

8 Ways the SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022 Enhances Retirement Security

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Wednesday, December 28, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022, a result of extensive bipartisan collaboration, represents a major milestone in enhancing retirement security. "The passage of SECURE 2.0 will help millions of Americans save and prepare for a financially secure retirement. The bipartisan legislation includes a new government matching contribution for retirement savers, expands access to workplace retirement plans, and provides new ways to facilitate and protect retirement savings," said Catherine Collinson, CEO and president of nonprofit Transamerica Institute and Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies® (TCRS).

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  • LOS ANGELES, Dec. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022, a result of extensive bipartisan collaboration, represents a major milestone in enhancing retirement security.
  • "The passage of SECURE 2.0 will help millions of Americans save and prepare for a financially secure retirement.
  • Beginning in 2025, SECURE 2.0 creates more stringent requirements for employers to extend retirement plan eligibility to their long-term part-time employees.
  • TCRS is dedicated to educating the public on trends, issues, and opportunities related to saving and planning for retirement and achieving financial security in retirement.