Franklin Street

Sound Credit Union and Washington Business Bank Announce Acquisition Agreement

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Monday, March 11, 2024

Sound Credit Union, a leading not-for-profit financial institution serving Washington State, and Washington Business Bank (OTCPK: WBZB), a premier commercial bank headquartered in Olympia, Washington, announced today they have entered into a definitive agreement in which Sound Credit Union will acquire Washington Business Bank.

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  • Sound Credit Union, a leading not-for-profit financial institution serving Washington State, and Washington Business Bank (OTCPK: WBZB), a premier commercial bank headquartered in Olympia, Washington, announced today they have entered into a definitive agreement in which Sound Credit Union will acquire Washington Business Bank.
  • The transaction is structured as a purchase agreement with Sound Credit Union purchasing substantially all assets and assuming substantially all liabilities of Washington Business Bank.
  • Washington Business Bank customers will become members of Sound Credit Union with full access to all Sound Credit Union's products and services.
  • “Washington Business Bank has served as a cornerstone for local business owners for more than twenty years,” said Don Clark, President and CEO of Sound Credit Union.

Franklin Street Properties Corp. Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Results

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Monday, February 26, 2024

Overall, the portfolio weighted average rent per occupied square foot was $30.72 as of December 31, 2023, compared to $30.48 as of December 31, 2022.

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  • Overall, the portfolio weighted average rent per occupied square foot was $30.72 as of December 31, 2023, compared to $30.48 as of December 31, 2022.
  • Supplementary schedules provide property information for the Company’s owned and consolidated properties as of December 31, 2023.
  • Today’s news release, along with other news about Franklin Street Properties Corp., is available on the Internet at www.fspreit.com .
  • A conference call is scheduled for February 27, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. (ET) to discuss the fourth quarter and full year 2023 results.

AHF Condom Ad Goes Bananas in Chicago

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

AIDS Healthcare Foundation ’s (AHF) “Just Use It” billboard campaign now is running in three new cities – Chicago, New York City, and Miami – after several national out-of-home advertising companies refused the artwork back in August.

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  • AIDS Healthcare Foundation ’s (AHF) “Just Use It” billboard campaign now is running in three new cities – Chicago, New York City, and Miami – after several national out-of-home advertising companies refused the artwork back in August.
  • “It’s ridiculous we couldn’t run an ad with a condom-clad banana.
  • It’s just a piece of fruit,” said Michael Weinstein, AHF president and cofounder.
  • To learn more about AHF, visit us online at AIDShealth.org , find us on Facebook , follow us on Instagram , Twitter , and TikTok , and subscribe to our AHFter Hours podcast.

Franklin Street Properties Corp. Announces Third Quarter 2023 Results

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

Franklin Street Properties Corp. (the “Company”, “FSP”, “we” or “our”) (NYSE American: FSP), a real estate investment trust (REIT), announced its results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2023.

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  • Franklin Street Properties Corp. (the “Company”, “FSP”, “we” or “our”) (NYSE American: FSP), a real estate investment trust (REIT), announced its results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2023.
  • We remain committed to seeking to sell select properties during 2023 and using proceeds primarily for debt reduction.
  • Today’s news release, along with other news about Franklin Street Properties Corp., is available on the Internet at www.fspreit.com .
  • A conference call is scheduled for November 8, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. (ET) to discuss the third quarter 2023 results.

Baboo Unveils Its New York City Showroom & Retail Store

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BaBoo , the renowned global design marketplace, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its New York City showroom and retail store in Tribeca.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BaBoo , the renowned global design marketplace, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its New York City showroom and retail store in Tribeca.
  • From furniture to kitchenware, decorative objects, children's products, aromatics, lighting fixtures, rugs, and carpets, BaBoo caters to a wide audience, including wholesale buyers, interior designers, and discerning consumers.
  • It seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor elements, engaging all five senses and creating an immersive environment that transcends traditional shopping.
  • Established in 2013, BaBoo is known for its collection of ethically sourced, one-of-a-kind, and rare handcrafted items from around the world.

Franklin Street Promotes Monetha Cobb to Chief Marketing Officer: Rapidly expanding commercial real estate company calls for newly created, Atlanta-based CMO position

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

ATLANTA, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Franklin Street, a full-service commercial real estate firm, announces the appointment of Monetha Cobb as the company's first-ever Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). Cobb, who joined the company in 2010 as a founding member of its Atlanta office, is now responsible for shaping and implementing Franklin Street's national marketing strategy to support growth initiatives throughout all business lines. From the firm's Atlanta office, this real estate veteran leads a team throughout the Southeast.

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  • Franklin Street, a full-service commercial real estate firm, announces the appointment of Monetha Cobb as the company's first-ever Chief Marketing Officer (CMO).
  • ATLANTA, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Franklin Street, a full-service commercial real estate firm, announces the appointment of Monetha Cobb as the company's first-ever Chief Marketing Officer (CMO).
  • Prior to joining Franklin Street, Cobb launched her real estate career at The Shopping Center Group, ending her tenure there as partner.
  • Additionally, she was named an Atlanta Power Woman in Commercial Real Estate in 2014 and 2018 by Bisnow.

Franklin Street Properties Corp. Announces Second Quarter 2023 Results

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023

Franklin Street Properties Corp. (the “Company”, “FSP”, “we” or “our”) (NYSE American: FSP), a real estate investment trust (REIT), announced its results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2023.

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  • Franklin Street Properties Corp. (the “Company”, “FSP”, “we” or “our”) (NYSE American: FSP), a real estate investment trust (REIT), announced its results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2023.
  • During the six months ended June 30, 2023, we leased approximately 445,000 square feet, including 176,000 square feet of new leases.
  • Today’s news release, along with other news about Franklin Street Properties Corp., is available on the Internet at www.fspreit.com .
  • A conference call is scheduled for August 2, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. (ET) to discuss the second quarter 2023 results.

Clarience Technologies Partners with 2023 Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix Presented by Lear

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023

Clarience Technologies has announced its partnership with the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear.

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  • Clarience Technologies has announced its partnership with the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear.
  • The 2023 Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear will feature four racing series on the new Downtown Detroit street circuit, highlighted by the open-wheel stars of the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, June 2-4.
  • “We are pleased to partner with the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear and to be part of this iconic event that celebrates Detroit and its automotive heritage,” said Brian Kupchella, CEO of Clarience Technologies.
  • “We are excited to welcome Clarience Technologies as a Grand Prix partner in 2023,” said Michael Montri, President of the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear.

Strategic Storage Trust VI, Inc. Acquires First Storage Facility in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

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Friday, May 5, 2023

Strategic Storage Trust VI, Inc. (“SST VI”), a publicly registered non-traded real estate investment trust sponsored by an affiliate of SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc. (“SmartStop”), announced today the acquisition of its first self-storage property in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

Key Points: 
  • Strategic Storage Trust VI, Inc. (“SST VI”), a publicly registered non-traded real estate investment trust sponsored by an affiliate of SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc. (“SmartStop”), announced today the acquisition of its first self-storage property in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
  • When fully built out, the facility will be approximately 60,500 net rentable square feet and will include approximately 890 climate-controlled units.
  • As a result, the demand for self storage is high,” said H. Michael Schwartz, CEO and President of SST VI.
  • The facility will be branded under the SmartStop Self Storage umbrella, which owns or manages 26 self-storage properties throughout Canada.

Franklin Street Properties Corp. Announces First Quarter 2023 Results

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023

Franklin Street Properties Corp. (the “Company”, “FSP”, “we” or “our”) (NYSE American: FSP), a real estate investment trust (REIT), announced its results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Franklin Street Properties Corp. (the “Company”, “FSP”, “we” or “our”) (NYSE American: FSP), a real estate investment trust (REIT), announced its results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2023.
  • During the three months ended March 31, 2023, we leased approximately 129,000 square feet, including 48,000 square feet of new leases.
  • Today’s news release, along with other news about Franklin Street Properties Corp., is available on the Internet at www.fspreit.com .
  • A conference call is scheduled for May 3, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. (ET) to discuss the first quarter 2023 results.