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Taylor Esser Talks Career Change From Finance to Business Owner After Buying 40-Year Business The Ink Spot & Opening Minuteman Press Franchise in Quincy, MA

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

That is when she completed the purchase of 40-year printing business The Ink Spot, which is now operating as the Minuteman Press franchise in Quincy, MA.

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  • That is when she completed the purchase of 40-year printing business The Ink Spot, which is now operating as the Minuteman Press franchise in Quincy, MA.
  • Since buying the business, Taylor has certainly hit the ground running with Minuteman Press in Quincy .
  • Taylor shares her background before franchising, saying, “I spent my entire career in finance prior to Minuteman Press.
  • I was looking at the different businesses for sale and came across The Ink Spot / Minuteman Press on one of the websites.

ReShape Lifesciences® Provides Update on 2024 Cost Reduction Plan and Reorganization to Prioritize Commercialization of Lap-Band® 2.0 FLEX

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Monday, March 4, 2024

IRVINE, Calif., March 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ReShape Lifesciences® (Nasdaq: RSLS), the premier physician-led weight loss and metabolic health solutions company, today announced a 2024 cost reduction plan and reorganization to prioritize the commercialization of the company’s next generation, enhanced Lap-Band® 2.0 FLEX. Full implementation of the plan is expected to result in lower operating expenses of approximately $7.9 million in 2024 compared to $17.7 million in 2023, a 55.4% reduction, excluding one-time costs.

Key Points: 
  • IRVINE, Calif., March 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ReShape Lifesciences ® (Nasdaq: RSLS), the premier physician-led weight loss and metabolic health solutions company, today announced a 2024 cost reduction plan and reorganization to prioritize the commercialization of the company’s next generation, enhanced Lap-Band® 2.0 FLEX.
  • Full implementation of the plan is expected to result in lower operating expenses of approximately $7.9 million in 2024 compared to $17.7 million in 2023, a 55.4% reduction, excluding one-time costs.
  • Finding the right partner will be key to the long-term success of ReShape Lifesciences.
  • We look forward to providing further updates during our year end 2024 earnings call, later this month,” concluded Mr. Hickey.

REMINDER - Leading LNG, LPG, Crude & Product Tanker Shipping Companies Participating at Capital Link’s 18th Annual International Shipping Forum Monday, March 11, 2024 in New York City

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Monday, February 26, 2024

It is a meeting place for C-level Executives from the maritime industry and the finance and investment communities involved with shipping.

Key Points: 
  • It is a meeting place for C-level Executives from the maritime industry and the finance and investment communities involved with shipping.
  • Discussions will include topics of critical relevance to the industry geopolitics, energy security, sanctions, access to capital, regulation, technology, innovation and more.
  • The Forum features a series of panel discussions as well as 1x1 meetings between investors and executives from shipping companies.
  • This one-day conference is known for its rich informational content and the extensive marketing, networking and business development opportunities.

ReShape Lifesciences® Announces First Surgeries Utilizing Next-Generation Lap-Band® 2.0 FLEX

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ReShape Lifesciences® (Nasdaq: RSLS), the premier physician-led weight loss and metabolic health solutions company, today announced that Adam Smith, D.O., Bariatric Surgery Specialist and Chief Executive Officer of Ultimate Bariatrics in Dallas, Fort Worth, TX, and Christine Ren-Fielding, M.D., Professor of Surgery at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, Director of NYU Langone Health’s Weight Management Program and Chief of the Division of Bariatric Surgery, have successfully performed the first surgeries utilizing the company’s next generation, enhanced Lap-Band® 2.0 FLEX.

Key Points: 
  • “The first surgeries utilizing the Lap-Band® 2.0 FLEX mark, not only a seminal moment in the company’s launch of this enhanced product, but also a leap forward in improving the Lap-Band® patient experience,” stated Paul F. Hickey, President and Chief Executive Officer of ReShape Lifesciences.
  • “We are excited to begin our initial launch of the Lap-Band® 2.0 FLEX that will ultimately demonstrate the real-world benefits of the new FLEX technology, which acts as a relief valve, to alleviate discomfort from swallowing large pieces of food, eliminating the need for in-office band adjustments.
  • I believe it will improve the patient experience by minimizing the need for manual band adjustments, especially when related to the urgent need to relieve food obstructions.
  • This ability for self-correction makes the Lap-Band® 2.0 FLEX a better long-term weight loss solution for my patients and I look forward to increasing its usage in my practice, going forward.”

Bruker Announces Closing of Chemspeed Technologies AG Acquisition

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

Bruker Corporation (Nasdaq: BRKR) is pleased to announce the successful closing of its acquisition of Chemspeed Technologies AG, a leading Swiss provider of automated laboratory R&D and QC workflow solutions.

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  • Bruker Corporation (Nasdaq: BRKR) is pleased to announce the successful closing of its acquisition of Chemspeed Technologies AG, a leading Swiss provider of automated laboratory R&D and QC workflow solutions.
  • This acquisition, first announced in January 2024, marks another significant milestone in Bruker’s expansion in vendor-agnostic scientific software, R&D and QC digitalization, and laboratory automation – altogether an important initiative within Bruker’s strategic Project Accelerate 2.0 portfolio transformation.
  • By 2025, we anticipate Chemspeed to be 2-3 cents accretive to Bruker’s non-GAAP EPS.
  • The Chemspeed acquisition is a testament to Bruker’s commitment to strategic expansion and innovation in the fields of automated R&D and QC laboratory solutions, lab digitalization and scientific software.

First Trust Advisors L.P. Announces Distribution for Exchange-Traded Funds

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

First Trust Advisors L.P. ("FTA") is a federally registered investment advisor and serves as the Fund's investment advisor.

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  • First Trust Advisors L.P. ("FTA") is a federally registered investment advisor and serves as the Fund's investment advisor.
  • FTA has collective assets under management or supervision of approximately $211 billion as of January 31, 2024 through unit investment trusts, exchange-traded funds, closed-end funds, mutual funds and separate managed accounts.
  • Please refer to each fund's prospectus and Statement of Additional Information for additional details on a fund's risks.
  • First Trust Advisors L.P. (FTA) is the adviser to the First Trust fund(s).

Flex Earns Coveted Spot on Ethisphere's 2024 World's Most Ethical Companies® for Second Consecutive Year

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Monday, March 4, 2024

AUSTIN, Texas, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Flex (NASDAQ: FLEX) today announced its inclusion as one of Ethisphere's 2024 World's Most Ethical Companies in the category of industrial manufacturing.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Flex (NASDAQ: FLEX) today announced its inclusion as one of Ethisphere's 2024 World's Most Ethical Companies in the category of industrial manufacturing.
  • This recognition underscores Flex's unwavering commitment to ethical business practices, integrity, and corporate social responsibility.
  • "We are impressed with Flex's continued focus on ethical business practices, and dedication to making a real impact for its stakeholders."
  • Flex's inclusion for a second consecutive year reflects the company's dedication to maintaining the highest standards of integrity throughout its global operations.

Flex to Participate in Upcoming Investor Conference

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Monday, February 26, 2024

AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Flex (NASDAQ: FLEX) has announced members of its leadership team will participate in the upcoming investor conference:

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Flex (NASDAQ: FLEX) has announced members of its leadership team will participate in the upcoming investor conference:
    The presentation will be available as a live webcast accessible through the Flex Investor Relations website at https://investors.flex.com .
  • An archived replay will be available on the website shortly after the conclusion of the presentation.

Leading LNG, LPG, Crude & Product Tanker Shipping Companies Participating at Capital Link’s 18th Annual International Shipping Forum

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

It is a meeting place for C-level Executives from the maritime industry and the finance and investment communities involved with shipping.

Key Points: 
  • It is a meeting place for C-level Executives from the maritime industry and the finance and investment communities involved with shipping.
  • The Forum will examine the macroeconomic issues that are shaping and transforming the international shipping markets today, featuring a comprehensive review and outlook of the various shipping markets, made more relevant by the release of companies’ annual results.
  • Discussions will include topics of critical relevance to the industry geopolitics, energy security, sanctions, access to capital, regulation, technology, innovation and more.
  • The Forum features a series of panel discussions as well as 1x1 meetings between investors and executives from shipping companies.

GeoCue Announces Three New TrueView 3D Imaging Systems and Introduces FLEX Pricing Model at Geo Week 2024

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

The newly launched TrueView 3D Imaging systems include the TrueView 540 , the TrueView 545 , and the TrueView 585 , each catering to distinct market needs.

Key Points: 
  • The newly launched TrueView 3D Imaging systems include the TrueView 540 , the TrueView 545 , and the TrueView 585 , each catering to distinct market needs.
  • To complement these additions, GeoCue is also introducing the innovative FLEX pricing options on flagship models TrueView 515 and 535 payloads.
  • In collaboration with CHC Navigation, GeoCue introduces the TrueView 540, a survey-grade LiDAR system that combines high-performance capabilities with competitive pricing, addressing the expanding market for UAV LiDAR.
  • In conjunction with the Flex pricing announcement, GeoCue has also improved these 2 best-selling TrueView 3D Imaging Sensors with upgraded cameras.