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Progress Software Corp. Announcement under the Irish Takeover Rules

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Friday, April 5, 2024

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BURLINGTON, Mass., April 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As was announced on 26 March, 2024, Progress Software Corp. (“Progress”) has expressed interest in acquiring MariaDB plc (“MariaDB”), via an announcement under Rule 2.4 of the Takeover Rules. Why do we believe this acquisition makes sense for Progress, for MariaDB customers and developers and for existing Progress customers and shareholders?

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THIS IS AN ANNOUNCEMENT UNDER THE IRISH TAKEOVER PANEL ACT, 1997, TAKEOVER RULES, 2022 (THE "TAKEOVER RULES").
IT IS NOT AN ANNOUNCEMENT OF A FIRM INTENTION TO MAKE AN OFFER UNDER RULE 2.7 OF THE TAKEOVER RULES.
BURLINGTON, Mass., April 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As was announced on 26 March, 2024, Progress Software Corp. (“Progress”) has expressed interest in acquiring MariaDB plc (“MariaDB”), via an announcement under Rule 2.4 of the Takeover Rules.
Why do we believe this acquisition makes sense for Progress, for MariaDB customers and developers and for existing Progress customers and shareholders?

Progress Software Corp. Statement regarding Possible Offer for MariaDB plc

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

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BURLINGTON, Mass., March 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Progress Software Corp. (”Progress”) (Nasdaq: PRGS), the trusted provider of infrastructure software, confirms that it is considering a possible offer for all the issued and to be issued share capital of MariaDB plc (“MariaDB”) at a value of $0.60 per share (the “Possible Offer”).

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BURLINGTON, Mass., March 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Progress Software Corp. (”Progress”) (Nasdaq: PRGS), the trusted provider of infrastructure software, confirms that it is considering a possible offer for all the issued and to be issued share capital of MariaDB plc (“MariaDB”) at a value of $0.60 per share (the “Possible Offer”).
Progress believes that if it were to make a Firm Offer for MariaDB, this would be in the best interest of all stakeholders.
Progress has undertaken due diligence in order to evaluate a possible offer for all the issued and to be issued share capital of MariaDB.
Progress is ready to engage with MariaDB’s Board to complete its due diligence and progress its Possible Offer expeditiously, which it believes is in the best interests of all stakeholders.

2024 Game Developers Conference Opens Today at San Francisco’s Moscone Convention Center

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Monday, March 18, 2024

The 2024 Game Developers Conference (GDC), the world’s largest gathering of game industry professionals and enthusiasts who are devoted to the art and science of making games, begins its 38th edition today at the Moscone Convention Center in San Francisco.

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The 2024 Game Developers Conference (GDC), the world’s largest gathering of game industry professionals and enthusiasts who are devoted to the art and science of making games, begins its 38th edition today at the Moscone Convention Center in San Francisco.
The conference continues on Wednesday, March 20, the opening day of GDC’s core conference and commences with the GDC Main Stage Performance titled “A Developer’s Concert” in North Hall at 9:00am PT.
Also new this year is the Game History Gallery, created in partnership with the Video Game History Foundation.
For more details on the Game Developers Conference, please visit GDC’s official website , or subscribe to regular updates via Facebook , Twitter/X , or RSS.

NABA, Inc. announces Deloitte* as Lead Sponsor of Insight 2024: FLOW National Convention and Expo, Reinforcing Commitment to Diversity and Innovation

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

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GREENBELT, Md., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- NABA Inc. proudly announces Deloitte as the lead sponsor for the third consecutive year for Insight 2024: FLOW, the organization's premier national convention and expo.

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Deloitte's sponsorship of NABA Inc.'s national convention and expo emphasizes its shared commitment to diversity and innovation in the accounting and finance industry.
GREENBELT, Md., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- NABA Inc. proudly announces Deloitte as the lead sponsor for the third consecutive year for Insight 2024: FLOW, the organization's premier national convention and expo.
The collaboration between NABA Inc. and Deloitte exemplifies each of their commitment to inclusivity and excellence in the accounting and finance industry.
"NABA is honored to continue our relationship with Deloitte as the lead sponsor for Insight 2024: FLOW.

Avocado Green Releases 2023 Impact & Sustainability Report, Highlighting Brand Leadership in Environmental and Social Responsibility

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024

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Amidst growing concerns over environmental degradation and social inequalities, Avocado's report underscores the company's innovative approaches to combating climate change, fostering social responsibility, and maintaining transparency and trust in its practices.

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Amidst growing concerns over environmental degradation and social inequalities, Avocado's report underscores the company's innovative approaches to combating climate change, fostering social responsibility, and maintaining transparency and trust in its practices.
Key Highlights from the 2023 Impact Report:
Sustainable Growth: Avocado has continued to set the standard for environmental stewardship in the industry.
Advocacy and Leadership: Avocado has played a pivotal role in advocating for critical environmental policies.
Community Impact: The company's nationwide donation program, in tandem with charitable contributions exceeding 2% of its revenue, has positioned Avocado as a community-focused brand dedicated to social well-being.

NATUREPEDIC TAKES HOME TWO INDUSTRY AWARDS FOR THE CONCERTO ORGANIC PILLOW TOP MATTRESS

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

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CHAGRIN FALLS, Ohio, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Naturepedic, the leading GOTS-certified and first ever EWG VERIFIED® organic mattress brand, announced today that the Concerto Organic Pillow Top Mattress was named a winner in Good Housekeeping's 2024 Best Bedding Awards and Best New Organic Non-Food Product by The Organic Center and Organic Voices.

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CHAGRIN FALLS, Ohio, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Naturepedic , the leading GOTS-certified and first ever EWG VERIFIED® organic mattress brand, announced today that the Concerto Organic Pillow Top Mattress was named a winner in Good Housekeeping's 2024 Best Bedding Awards and Best New Organic Non-Food Product by The Organic Center and Organic Voices.
Featuring encased coils and a high-density microcoil layer, the Concerto Organic Pillow Top mattress offers outstanding plush comfort with remarkable breathability.
The mattress also features a GOTS approved latex layer made from the sap of rubber trees and organic wool batting for moisture-wicking.
Hosted by the Organic Center and Organic Voices, Naturepedic was awarded the Best New Non-Food Product for the Concerto Organic Pillow Top Mattress.

'MADE TO EXPERIENCE': Stagwell's (STGW) TEAM Reveals New Brand Identity

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

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NEW YORK and FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As TEAM prepares to celebrate its 35th anniversary in May, the famed integrated experiential agency within Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW) is launching a new brand identity ahead of what it calls the "experiential renaissance."

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TEAM's refreshed brand identity captures the current spirit and momentum of events and experiential as brands double-down on in-person consumer connection.
As digital transformation continues to reshape the consumer-brand connection, TEAM (formerly Team Enterprises) is seeing an influx of brands looking to build affinity and engagement in the flesh, following years of pandemic-fueled digital-first experiences.
Our new brand identity and focused purpose captures who we've always been and will continue to be – a dynamic TEAM focused on creating transformative brand experiences for communities of like-minded individuals.
Communities who share passions, careers, cultures, hobbies, and everything in between," said CEO of TEAM, Dan Gregory.

K1 Investment Management, LLC (“K1”) Statement regarding Possible Offer for MariaDB plc (“MariaDB”)

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Friday, February 16, 2024

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LOS ANGELES, Feb. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- K1 confirms that it made, on 15 February 2024, a non-binding proposal to the board of directors of MariaDB (the “Board”) to acquire, together with K1’s investment affiliates, all of the issued, and to be issued, share capital of MariaDB at a value of $0.55 per share (the “Possible Offer”). The terms of the Possible Offer represent:-

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THERE CAN BE NO CERTAINTY THAT ANY OFFER WILL BE MADE, NOR AS TO THE TERMS ON WHICH ANY SUCH OFFER WILL BE MADE.
K1 has a high regard for the MariaDB business and looks forward to engaging with MariaDB in connection with the Possible Offer.
However, K1 reserves the right to implement the proposal, instead, by way of contractual offer.
There can be no certainty that any offer will be made, nor as to the terms on which any such offer might be made.

Naturepedic Donates $50k Worth of Organic Mattresses and Bedding to Humble Design This Holiday Season

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Monday, December 18, 2023

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CHAGRIN FALLS, Ohio, Dec. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Naturepedic, the leading GOTS-certified organic, MADE SAFE® certified non-toxic mattress and bedding brand, is helping to make a difference in the lives of local Chicago and Cleveland families this holiday season by donating $50,000 worth of kids and adult mattresses and bedding to Humble Design, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting families emerging from homelessness by providing furnishing and design services.

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With the help of passionate volunteers like Naturepedic, Humble Design aims to transform the lives of displaced families by providing furnished and personalized new homes.
Since March 2022, Naturepedic has donated over $140,000 in mattresses to support Humble Design and its mission.
"The Naturepedic team was able to join Humble Design Cleveland and its selfless volunteers to help furnish a home for a local family this year.
"Partnering with Naturepedic has been so incredible," said Debbie Eastburn, Executive Director of Humble Design Cleveland.

Complex's Best Emerging Brand, FRIED RICE, Returns to ComplexCon

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

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NEW YORK, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Genderless streetwear brand, FRIED RICE, named ComplexCon's Best Emerging Brand at the 2022 ComplexCon festival will be returning to ComplexCon November 18 - 19, 2023 in Long Beach, CA.

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The event is taking place on November 18th - 19th, 2023
NEW YORK, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Genderless streetwear brand, FRIED RICE, named ComplexCon's Best Emerging Brand at the 2022 ComplexCon festival will be returning to ComplexCon November 18 - 19, 2023 in Long Beach, CA.
Founded by self-taught designer Maya Wang, FRIED RICE is a genderless elevated streetwear brand based in New York City.
FRIED RICE has grown to be an attendee favorite at festivals nationwide, making a mark at the MADE and Afropunk festivals in Brooklyn, NY as well as ComplexCon in Long Beach, CA.
FRIED RICE will be showcasing new drops from their AW23 collection at this year's ComplexCon event.