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ReValve Solutions Announces Successful First-in-Human with Next Generation TMVR Technology

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

ReValve Solutions Inc. (ReValve), which has developed a next generation technology for Transcatheter Mitral Valve Replacement (TMVR), announced that an 81-year-old male, with a history of heart failure, a series of failed surgical by-pass grafts and severe mitral regurgitation (MR 4+), was successfully treated with the Palmetto System.

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  • ReValve Solutions Inc. (ReValve), which has developed a next generation technology for Transcatheter Mitral Valve Replacement (TMVR), announced that an 81-year-old male, with a history of heart failure, a series of failed surgical by-pass grafts and severe mitral regurgitation (MR 4+), was successfully treated with the Palmetto System.
  • ReValve’s technology is designed to replace the Mitral Valve while also preserving the heart’s natural basal left ventricular function.
  • Our flexibility and four-point securement system provide a patent LVOT and maintains left ventricular function throughout recovery,” said Julie Logan Sands, Founder and CEO ReValve Solutions.
  • ReValve’s first-of-its-kind TMVR is thoughtfully designed to expand the treatable population of patients suffering from Mitral Valve Disease,” added Sands.

VIQ Solutions Announces Third Quarter 2023 Financial Results

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Saturday, November 11, 2023

VIQ Solutions Inc. (“VIQ” or the “Company”) (TSX:VQS), a global provider of secure, AI-driven, digital voice and video capture technology and transcription services, today announces its unaudited financial results for the third quarter ending September 30, 2023.

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  • VIQ Solutions Inc. (“VIQ” or the “Company”) (TSX:VQS), a global provider of secure, AI-driven, digital voice and video capture technology and transcription services, today announces its unaudited financial results for the third quarter ending September 30, 2023.
  • Results are reported in US dollars and prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRS”).
  • “The third quarter represents the last comparable quarter against the prior Queensland Courts Department of Justice and Attorney General (“DJAG”) contracts which created challenges in comparative metrics throughout 2023.
  • VIQ will host a conference call and webcast to discuss its third quarter 2023 financial results on November 13, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. (Eastern Time).

VIQ Solutions Announces Amendment to Credit Agreement, Draw on Previously Announced US$15 Million Credit Facility, and Repricing of Warrants

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Saturday, November 11, 2023

As of the date hereof, US$14.25 million of the Loan has been advanced to the Company.

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  • As of the date hereof, US$14.25 million of the Loan has been advanced to the Company.
  • In connection with the Subsequent Advance, the Company has issued 123,365 common share purchase warrants (each, a “Warrant”) to the Lender.
  • A copy of the Credit Agreement is available, and the Amending Agreement will be available, under the Company’s profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca .
  • Under the terms of the Amendment, the exercise price of the Repriced Warrants would be reduced to CDN$0.2004.

BLAZE® Announces Revolutionary In-Store Shopping Experience and Self-Checkout for Dispensaries

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

Dispensary customers can easily use their smartphone camera to scan product QR codes, add them to their cart, and prepay independently.

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  • Dispensary customers can easily use their smartphone camera to scan product QR codes, add them to their cart, and prepay independently.
  • The self-guided mobile shopping experience eliminates lengthy queues and significantly reduces the wait time for customers.
  • - Scott Roehrick, VP of E-Commerce, BLAZE
    The revolutionary self-checkout experience is ideal for customer-focused dispensaries.
  • This self-guided experience delivers what consumers expect, a faster, more efficient process – which ultimately moves the needle on customer experience, drives differentiation, and increases growth" - Chris Violas CEO, BLAZE

SkillNet Solutions' Oracle Retail Implementation Drives Remarkable Success for Portabella

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

SAN JOSE, Calif., Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- SkillNet Solutions Inc., Makers of Modern Commerce and global leader in digital transformation and Portabella, a leading men's specialty retailer, are excited to announce the successful completion of Portabella's ambitious digital transformation journey. SkillNet's expertise in Oracle Retail solutions played a pivotal role in modernizing Portabella's in-store operations, marking a significant milestone in the retailer's commitment to growth and exceptional customer experiences.

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  • Leveraging SkillNet's expertise, Portabella modernized its in-store operations by implementing Oracle Retail Xstore POS and Xstore Office, thereby elevating its omnichannel experiences.
  • CEO Anurag Mehta reiterated SkillNet's commitment to enhancing customer experiences and operational efficiency, while supporting Portabella's retail transformation journey."
  • Said Karl Ashmawy, President, Portabella" Their deep expertise in Oracle Retai l has been instrumental in our success."
  • Portabella has achieved remarkable results with the implementation of Oracle Retail Xstore Point-of-Service (POS) and Oracle Retail Xstore Office.

Digital Retailing Tools Save Time in Car Buying, Improve Customer Satisfaction While Offering Dealers Opportunities to Create More Personalized Experiences

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Friday, November 17, 2023

ATLANTA, Nov. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nearly all car dealers currently using digital retailing tools claim it has positively impacted their business, especially in customer experience and satisfaction, according to Cox Automotive's 2023 Digitization of Car Buying Study .

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  • ATLANTA, Nov. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nearly all car dealers currently using digital retailing tools claim it has positively impacted their business, especially in customer experience and satisfaction, according to Cox Automotive's 2023 Digitization of Car Buying Study .
  • "Despite the recent economic ups and downs, dealers continue to remain highly satisfied with these digital investments because of their positive impact on both customer and staff experience."
  • Compared to 2022, in 2023 digital retailing has made an even bigger impact in four areas of dealers' business: customer relationships, deal-making, staff implications and F&I.
  • The Digitization of Car Buying Study measures how dealers, shoppers and buyers continue to be impacted by digitization in the car buying and selling process.

Botanical Solution Inc. (BSI) Wins 2023 Best Product/Service of the Year Award at UK’s Big Sustainability Award Competition

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

Botanical Solution Inc. (BSI) has been named winner of the 2023 Sustainable Product/Service of the Year Award from the UK’s Big Sustainability Awards.

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  • Botanical Solution Inc. (BSI) has been named winner of the 2023 Sustainable Product/Service of the Year Award from the UK’s Big Sustainability Awards.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231108489060/en/
    Botanical Solution Inc. (BSI) wins the UK's Big Sustainability Award for Best Product or Service of the Year.
  • Croda Pharma announced the partnership with BSI earlier this year and launched this award-winning innovation subsequently to their global customer base.
  • Botanical Solution’s winning of the Big Sustainability Award for Best Product/Service of the Year is the 4th industry award BSI has received in the past year, having also won the ICIS Chemical Business Process Innovation Award, the Best Biopesticide of the Year from S&P CropScience, and the Best Startup Business of the Year Award from the World BioProtection Forum.

Cannabis Technology Company BLAZE® Continues to Prioritize Security with SOC 1 and 2 Type II Certification

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BLAZE® Solutions, Inc. ("BLAZE" or "the Company") earned SOC 1 Type II and SOC 2 Type II data security certifications.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BLAZE® Solutions, Inc. ("BLAZE" or "the Company") earned SOC 1 Type II and SOC 2 Type II data security certifications.
  • This achievement underscores BLAZE's commitment to data compliance and meets the needs of increasingly sophisticated cannabis dispensary operators.
  • These certifications strengthen BLAZE's position as a trusted leader in the cannabis technology industry and instill licensed cannabis retailers with the confidence they need to utilize their data without compromising security.
  • This milestone enables BLAZE to forge stronger partnerships with cannabis operators seeking to maximize the value of their data while meeting the highest compliance standards.

Offerpad Reports Third Quarter 2023 Results

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

Offerpad Solutions Inc. (“Offerpad”) (NYSE: OPAD), a leading tech-enabled platform for residential real estate, today released financial results for the three months ended September 30, 2023.

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  • Offerpad Solutions Inc. (“Offerpad”) (NYSE: OPAD), a leading tech-enabled platform for residential real estate, today released financial results for the three months ended September 30, 2023.
  • We are well positioned for further solid performance in 2024 as we take the friction out of real estate.”
    “The third quarter marked my first full quarter with Offerpad.
  • Reported our highest Gross Margin since Q2 2021, which rose 57 basis points quarter over quarter from 9.7% to 10.2%.
  • Third Quarter 2023 Financial Results – compared with the prior quarter:

Mission Underwriters US Welcomes Jim Dwane as New Chief Executive Officer

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Monday, October 30, 2023

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mission Underwriting Managers ('Mission') a leading insurance program administrator, today announced the appointment of Jim Dwane as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately.

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  • SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mission Underwriting Managers ('Mission') a leading insurance program administrator, today announced the appointment of Jim Dwane as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately.
  • "We are confident Jim is the right person to lead Mission into the future," said Joe Zuk, Mission Board Member.
  • With the continued growth and evolution of Mission, Jim is poised to lead the company into a new period of growth and success.
  • "We are confident Jim is the right person to lead Mission as we head towards our next chapter and into the future," said Joe Zuk, Mission Board Member.