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Edible Garden Announces Appointment of Chanida Curnutt as Senior Vice President of Business Development and Compliance

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

BELVIDERE, NJ, March 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Edible Garden AG Incorporated (“Edible Garden” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: EDBL, EDBLW), a leader in controlled environment agriculture (CEA), locally grown, organic and sustainable produce and products, today announced that Chanida Curnutt has been appointed Senior Vice President of Business Development and Compliance.

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  • BELVIDERE, NJ, March 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Edible Garden AG Incorporated (“Edible Garden” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: EDBL, EDBLW), a leader in controlled environment agriculture (CEA), locally grown, organic and sustainable produce and products, today announced that Chanida Curnutt has been appointed Senior Vice President of Business Development and Compliance.
  • Ms. Curnutt brings more than 13 years of experience in global business and transaction strategies, international trade and commerce, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance.
  • Mr. Jim Kras, Chief Executive Officer of Edible Garden, commented, “We are extremely pleased to welcome Chanida Curnutt to the Edible Garden team.
  • Furthermore, we believe that her comprehensive experience and insights into the Southeast Asian market will be invaluable as Edible Garden leverages international expansion opportunities.

CPABC awards 27 CPAs with member recognition for professional achievements and community contributions

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia (CPABC) is pleased to honour 27 chartered professional accountants (CPAs) with Member Recognition Awards for their outstanding contributions to the CPA profession, their community, and/or their professional accomplishments.

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia (CPABC) is pleased to honour 27 chartered professional accountants (CPAs) with Member Recognition Awards for their outstanding contributions to the CPA profession, their community, and/or their professional accomplishments.
  • Honourees exemplify the values that the CPA designation embodies, including integrity, high ethical standards, leadership, and community engagement.
  • “The 27 CPAs we are honouring this year are representative of exceptional professional success and service to the community at various career stages,” said Lori Mathison, FCPA, FCGA, LLB, president and CEO of CPABC.
  • It’s my pleasure to congratulate these outstanding 27 professionals on their achievements and I wish them continued success.”
    The 27 recipients will be honoured at the Member Recognition Dinner on April 3, 2024.

CPABC: B.C.’s Budget 2024 aims to combat livability and affordability challenges

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Friday, February 23, 2024

“Housing affordability remains one of the biggest economic issues facing British Columbians,” said Lori Mathison, FCPA, FCGA, LLB, president and CEO of CPABC.

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  • “Housing affordability remains one of the biggest economic issues facing British Columbians,” said Lori Mathison, FCPA, FCGA, LLB, president and CEO of CPABC.
  • The 2024 budget promises the largest capital spending package on record, with an emphasis on healthcare and transportation infrastructure projects.
  • “Budget 2024 allocates much-needed resources towards infrastructure projects that aim to support the province’s growing population,” continued Mathison.
  • Meanwhile, additional funding of $228 billion over three years to the Future Ready Action Plan aims to help employers recruit and access talent.

DMG Blockchain Solutions Announces Investment in Digital Asset Custody Solution

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DMG Blockchain Solutions Inc. (TSX-V: DMGI) (OTCQB US: DMGGF) (FRANKFURT: 6AX) (“DMG”), a vertically integrated blockchain and data center technology company, announces it has committed CAD $3.5 million to establish a Calgary, Alberta based independent digital asset custody solution for institutional clients.

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DMG Blockchain Solutions Inc. (TSX-V: DMGI) (OTCQB US: DMGGF) (FRANKFURT: 6AX) (“DMG”), a vertically integrated blockchain and data center technology company, announces it has committed CAD $3.5 million to establish a Calgary, Alberta based independent digital asset custody solution for institutional clients.
  • The capital commitment for this digital asset custody solution will be made over time and as required to support the regulatory review process.
  • Sheldon Bennett, CFE, MBA - CEO and Director of DMG Blockchain Solutions and Chair of Systemic Trust.
  • Most recently as Binance Canada’s Chief Technology Officer, he spearheaded the implementation and launch of its Crypto Trading Platform and digital asset custody service.

Marimaca Appoints Solange González as General Counsel and Corporate Secretary

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Marimaca Copper Corp. (“Marimaca Copper” or the “Company”) (TSX: MARI) is pleased to welcome Ms. Solange González as General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, based in the Company’s Santiago, Chile office.

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Marimaca Copper Corp. (“Marimaca Copper” or the “Company”) (TSX: MARI) is pleased to welcome Ms. Solange González as General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, based in the Company’s Santiago, Chile office.
  • Ms. González is a legal executive with nearly 20 years of experience advising Chilean and international companies across Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), securities law, corporate governance, commercial law and corporate law.
  • Prior to joining Marimaca, Ms. González served as Executive Legal Manager, M&A and Corporate Finance at the Falabella Group, one of Chile’s largest multinational retail businesses.
  • Hayden Locke, President and CEO of Marimaca Copper Corp. states:
    “We are excited to welcome Solange to the Team as we continue to advance the Marimaca Project toward first production.

LATHAM & WATKINS ELECTS 19 NEW PARTNERS

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Latham & Watkins LLP1 is pleased to announce that 19 counsel have been elected to the partnership, effective March 1. Each delivers exceptional advice and service to clients in distinct areas of practice.

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  • NEW YORK, Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Latham & Watkins LLP1 is pleased to announce that 19 counsel have been elected to the partnership, effective March 1.
  • "I am tremendously proud of our newest partners, whose legal skills, commitment to client service, and dedication to teamwork epitomize what it means to be a Latham partner.
  • We're excited about their continued success and the substantial contributions they will bring to our firm and our clients," said Rich Trobman, Chair and Managing Partner of Latham & Watkins.
  • The counsel who have been elected partners are:
    Joshua Bledsoe (Orange County) is a member of the Environment, Land & Resources Practice and Corporate Department.

CPABC’s commitment to employee career growth leads to B.C.’s Top Employer achievement

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

“Our mandate at CPABC is to protect the public and part of that involves investing in our people,” said Lori Mathison, FCPA, FCGA, LLB, president and CEO of CPABC.

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  • “Our mandate at CPABC is to protect the public and part of that involves investing in our people,” said Lori Mathison, FCPA, FCGA, LLB, president and CEO of CPABC.
  • When staff indicated a desire for more ongoing feedback and career guidance, CPABC initiated a new streamlined performance review process.
  • The new process encourages ongoing conversations between employees and managers to ensure both organizational and professional development goals are being met.
  • “We’re ensuring that our people are always thinking about what they need to advance their careers,” noted Mathison.

Vintage Investment Partners Announces Two New Members of Its Strategic Advisory Board

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

Dr. Haj-Yehia served between 2019-2023 as Executive Group Chairman of Bank Leumi, the largest and oldest bank in Israel.

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  • Dr. Haj-Yehia served between 2019-2023 as Executive Group Chairman of Bank Leumi, the largest and oldest bank in Israel.
  • "I am thrilled to have Samer and Andy join our Strategic Advisory Board.
  • More importantly, both bring unique experience and perspectives to Vintage that we are thrilled to tap", said Alan Feld, Founder and Co-Managing Partner of Vintage.
  • The other members of the Vintage SAB include: Bradley Bloom, Former Chairman and Co-Founder of Berkshire Partners, Mark Dubowitz, CEO, Foundation for the Defense of Democracies, Ambassador S. Fitzgerald Haney, Former U.S.

Greenberg Traurig Further Grows Its Leading Global Real Estate Practice, Asia Presence

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Monday, January 29, 2024

TOKYO, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Adds Premier 4-Lawyer Team in Tokyo, including Shareholders Mizuho Yamada and Ayako Kawano, Local Partner Kazuo Kasai, and Counsel Hiroshi Hara

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  • Mizuho Yamada , who previously led White & Case's Japan real estate practice, and former White & Case Partner Ayako Kawano join Greenberg Traurig as Real Estate shareholders in the firm's Tokyo office .
  • They additionally advise on real estate- and corporate-related bankruptcy matters, restructurings, and workouts, as well as real estate corporate M&A transactions.
  • "Greenberg Traurig offers an unmatched global reach that can help serve my clients both in Japan and internationally," Yamada said.
  • This team consists of Japanese trained and licensed bengoshi and international real estate lawyers with years of experience representing global investors in real estate transactions.

Orezone Appoints Sean Harvey to the Board of Directors

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Thursday, January 11, 2024

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Orezone Gold Corporation (TSX: ORE, OTCQX: ORZCF) (“Orezone” or “Company”) is pleased to announce that as part of its ongoing board renewal process, veteran mining industry professional, Sean Harvey, has joined the Company’s Board of Directors.

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Orezone Gold Corporation (TSX: ORE, OTCQX: ORZCF) (“Orezone” or “Company”) is pleased to announce that as part of its ongoing board renewal process, veteran mining industry professional, Sean Harvey, has joined the Company’s Board of Directors.
  • Mr. Harvey has held multiple senior executive and Board positions over the last 20 years and was most recently the Chair of the Board of Perseus Mining Limited.
  • Michael Halvorson, Chair of the Board, commented: “It’s my pleasure to welcome Sean to Orezone’s Board of Directors.
  • Prior to his tenure as a mining executive, Mr. Harvey spent 10 years in investment and merchant banking, primarily focused on the mining sector.