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Westgate Resorts Names Longtime Executive Jim Gissy as Chief Executive Officer

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Monday, March 25, 2024

ORLANDO, Fla., March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Westgate Resorts, one of the largest resort developers in the United States, has appointed longtime company executive Jim Gissy as Chief Executive Officer, effective March 5, 2024. Westgate Resorts Founder David Siegel will remain Executive Chairman of the Board & President and will continue to lead all major decision-making of the company.

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  • ORLANDO, Fla., March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Westgate Resorts, one of the largest resort developers in the United States, has appointed longtime company executive Jim Gissy as Chief Executive Officer, effective March 5, 2024.
  • Westgate Resorts Founder David Siegel will remain Executive Chairman of the Board & President and will continue to lead all major decision-making of the company.
  • As Westgate's Chief Executive Officer Gissy is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the company's operations, sales and marketing.
  • Gissy joined Westgate Resorts in 1984 and immediately began setting sales records throughout the company and the industry.

argenx Reports Full Year 2023 Financial Results and Provides Fourth Quarter Business Update

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

“argenx reached thousands of new patients and their families in 2023 by delivering on our commitment to make VYVGART available to the global MG community,” said Tim Van Hauwermeiren, Chief Executive Officer of argenx.

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  • “argenx reached thousands of new patients and their families in 2023 by delivering on our commitment to make VYVGART available to the global MG community,” said Tim Van Hauwermeiren, Chief Executive Officer of argenx.
  • Clinically, we generated significant data through multiple study readouts, achieving key milestones for both the CIDP and MMN patient communities and importantly advancing our second molecule, empasiprubart.
  • Looking forward to 2024, we will act with a continued sense of purpose to expand our patient reach.
  • In addition, argenx is evaluating ARGX-119, a muscle-specific kinase (MuSK) agonist in both congenital myasthenic syndrome (CMS) and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

ARDA-ROC and TBMA Announce Strategic Partnership

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

The ARDA-Resort Owners’ Coalition (ARDA-ROC) and the Timeshare Board Members Association (TBMA) are excited to announce their strategic collaboration focused on enhancing the educational and networking experiences for independent timeshare board associations.

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  • The ARDA-Resort Owners’ Coalition (ARDA-ROC) and the Timeshare Board Members Association (TBMA) are excited to announce their strategic collaboration focused on enhancing the educational and networking experiences for independent timeshare board associations.
  • This partnership marks a significant step forward in bolstering the support and resources available to timeshare owners and board members across the industry.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240222857912/en/
    The partnership will begin with ARDA-ROC contributing to the planning of the May TBMA meeting.
  • ARDA President and CEO, Jason Gamel, emphasized the shared commitment to advancing educational initiatives: “Our collaboration with TBMA underscores ARDA-ROC’s dedication to empowering timeshare owners and promoting their rights within the vacation ownership landscape.

argenx Highlights 2024 Strategic Priorities

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Monday, January 8, 2024

argenx is planning to reach more patients commercially in 2024 through its multi-dimensional expansion efforts.

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  • argenx is planning to reach more patients commercially in 2024 through its multi-dimensional expansion efforts.
  • In addition, ARGX-119, a muscle-specific kinase (MuSK) agonist, will initiate Phase 1b/2a studies in congenital myasthenic syndrome and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis in 2024.
  • As of December 31, 2023, argenx had approximately $3.2 billion in cash, cash equivalents and current financial assets*.
  • Based on its current operating plans, argenx expects its combined R&D and SG&A expenses in 2024 to be less than $2 billion.

ARDA Launches Vacation Ownership Sentiment Index to Better Track & Understand U.S. Travel Behaviors

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Monday, December 11, 2023

In an effort to better track and understand the behavior of leisure travelers in the United States, the American Resort Development Association (ARDA) today launched the Vacation Ownership Sentiment Index.

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  • In an effort to better track and understand the behavior of leisure travelers in the United States, the American Resort Development Association (ARDA) today launched the Vacation Ownership Sentiment Index.
  • “Domestic travel and tourism create economic growth, which is vital to our nation, states and local communities,” said Jason Gamel, president and CEO of ARDA.
  • Timeshare owners continue to maintain more positive attitudes and behaviors about leisure travel than the parallel sample of overall U.S. travelers.
  • To view the October 2023 Vacation Ownership Sentiment Index, as well as the study methodology of the index, click here .

Holiday Inn Club Vacations Earns J.D. Power Customer Service Certification for Second Consecutive Year

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Monday, August 28, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla., Aug. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Holiday Inn Club Vacations Incorporated (HICV), an international vacation ownership company, today announced that it has been recognized by J.D. Power for the second consecutive year for providing "An Outstanding Customer Service Experience" with live phone interactions by its Owner Support team in 2023. Last year, HICV became the first company in the industry to achieve this certification.

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  • Power for the second consecutive year for providing "An Outstanding Customer Service Experience" with live phone interactions by its Owner Support team in 2023.
  • Power certification, for the second consecutive year, demonstrates our commitment to customer obsession and delivering top-tier service when our customers call," said John Staten, President and Chief Executive Officer at Holiday Inn Club Vacations Incorporated.
  • Power demonstrates a steadfast commitment to delivering the best experience to our customers, reflecting the hard work and passion of the Holiday Inn Club Vacations team."
  • Power customer service certification program uses a series of national benchmarks, established through comprehensive research spanning across several industries, to measure excellence in customer service.

Vacation Innovations Returns as Sponsor of the 2023 GNEX-CRTA Conference

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla., Aug. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Vacation Innovations ("VI" or the "Company"), a leading provider of travel-related products, software, and services, today announced its sponsorship of the 2023 GNEX-CRTA Conference. The senior-level vacation industry event will be held at the historic Fairmont Le Château Frontenac in Quebec City, Canada, from August 29-31, 2023.

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    ORLANDO, Fla., Aug. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Vacation Innovations ("VI" or the "Company"), a leading provider of travel-related products, software, and services, today announced its sponsorship of the 2023 GNEX-CRTA Conference.
  • The senior-level vacation industry event will be held at the historic Fairmont Le Château Frontenac in Quebec City, Canada, from August 29-31, 2023.
  • Vacation Innovations has been serving the vacation ownership and travel industries since 1999 and is proud to support the Canadian Resort and Travel Association's (CRTA) second annual conference.
  • Sergio Santos, Chief Product Officer of Vacation Innovations, will speak as part of the event's Expo LIVE!

United States Vacation Ownership Market Outlook & Forecast Report 2022-2023 & 2028 Featuring Key Vendors - Wyndham, Marriott, Hilton, Disney, & Bluegreen Vacations - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, July 3, 2023

Vacation Ownership Market - Industry Outlook & Forecast 2023-2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • Vacation Ownership Market - Industry Outlook & Forecast 2023-2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Vacation Ownership Market is projected to reach a value of $15.32 billion by 2028 from $10.08 billion in 2022, growing at a CAGR of 7.2%.
  • The U.S. vacation ownership market is highly fragmented, and the degree of fragmentation is expected to accelerate during the forecast period.
  • The Southern U.S. region dominated the U.S. vacation ownership market, accounting for a share of over 46% in 2022.

argenx Initiates Second Cohort of Phase 2 ARDA Study of Empasiprubart in Multifocal Motor Neuropathy

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023

“We are encouraged by the favorable safety profile and early efficacy signals from the ARDA study, as well as the IDMC recommendation to advance the study to the next cohort.

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  • “We are encouraged by the favorable safety profile and early efficacy signals from the ARDA study, as well as the IDMC recommendation to advance the study to the next cohort.
  • The IDMC confirmed a favorable safety and tolerability profile of empasiprubart consistent with results from the Phase 1 study and recommended advancing to the second cohort.
  • The study’s objective, in addition to assessing safety and efficacy of empasiprubart, is to populate a PK/PD model to inform the Phase 3 study dose selection.
  • The Phase 2 ARDA study is a randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled multicenter study to evaluate the safety and tolerability, efficacy, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and immunogenicity of two dose regimens of empasiprubart in adults with multifocal motor neuropathy (MMN).

FIVE LAST-MINUTE MEMORIAL DAY DESTINATIONS FOR A GETAWAY TO REMEMBER

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Thursday, May 11, 2023

WASHINGTON, May 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As Memorial Day approaches, vacation planning is top of mind for most travelers.

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  • WASHINGTON, May 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As Memorial Day approaches, vacation planning is top of mind for most travelers.
  • Our partners have an unbeatable portfolio of properties in coveted destinations across the globe that are sure to bring families and friends together for memorable experiences."
  • Travelers who visit during Memorial Day tend to have the mountain to themselves and don't have to worry about over-crowded restaurants.
  • Take advantage of the current Stay Longer rate to save more on a guest's next getaway of 3-nights or more.