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Patrick McDowell unveils his latest collection 'Marie Antoinette Goes to Liverpool' and debut collaboration with TENCEL™

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022

LONDON, Oct. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Patrick McDowell revealed his new London Fashion Week collection and debut collaboration with TENCEL™️ lyocell fibres and TENCEL™ LUXE filament yarns, under Lenzing's textile specialty brand, created to enhance sustainability in the luxury and high-end fashion sector.

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  • - Patrick McDowell, Founder and Creative Director of Patrick McDowell
    "Having Patrick McDowell as our Designer in Residence and Sustainability Ambassador this year has been an honour.
  • Harold Weghorst, Global Vice President Marketing & Branding at Lenzing AG
    About Patrick McDowell: PATRICK MCDOWELL is an independent sustainable brand based in the heart of London.
  • Product brands under TENCEL include TENCEL Active, TENCEL Denim, TENCEL Home, TENCEL Intimate, TENCEL LUXE and TENCEL for Footwear.
  • About TENCEL LUXE: TENCEL LUXE lyocell filament yarn is created via eco-filament technology under TENCEL, the textile specialty brand of the Lenzing Group.

OPPO Holds 'Design in Tech' Workshop, Interpreting Innovative and Elegant Design Aesthetics of OPPO Products

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Friday, September 23, 2022

OPPO Holds 'Design in Tech' Workshop, Interpreting Innovative and Elegant Design Aesthetics of OPPO Products

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  • OPPO Holds 'Design in Tech' Workshop, Interpreting Innovative and Elegant Design Aesthetics of OPPO Products
    Principal of Zaha Hadid Architects, RCA Professor Gather to Discuss the Fusion of Technology and Design
    LONDON, UK - Media OutReach - 23 September 2022 - OPPO presented at the 2022 London Design Festival as the support partner and hosted Design in Tech Workshop interpreting the innovative and elegant design aesthetics of OPPO, and the mission to elevate life through technological artistry.
  • OPPO is committed to connecting technology with people through elegant design and ultimately transforming cutting-edge technology into user-perceivable detail.
  • At the workshop, OPPO Design spokesperson Xi Zeng shared OPPOs persistence in innovative and elegant design and its efforts to break through boundaries.
  • Beyond devices, OPPO also provides its users with ColorOS operating system and internet services such as OPPO Cloud and OPPO+.

OTENTU USHERS IN NEW ERA OF ART AND DESIGN WITH FIRST MARKETPLACE AND DEVELOPMENT PLATFORM FOR STUDENTS TO SELL THEIR ARTISTIC CREATIONS

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Wednesday, September 21, 2022

NEW YORK, Sept. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Students are spending countless hours and high costs creating artworks and passion projects that are widely discarded. These can be transformed into tangible assets to further art careers and provide solid financial support. The first hybrid online marketplace and development platform connecting art and design students and graduates with global art consumers and connoisseurs, Otentu, is the new elegant solution to this major void in the art world. The platform has created an opportunity for students from the world's leading art and design schools, to sell their art projects and one-of-a-kind creations to buyers looking to discover and support new talent. Concurrently, Otentu solidly develops the students' commercial skills.

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  • The first hybrid online marketplace and development platform connecting art and design students and graduates with global art consumers and connoisseurs, Otentu , is the new elegant solution to this major void in the art world.
  • The platform has created an opportunity for students from the world's leading art and design schools, to sell their art projects and one-of-a-kind creations to buyers looking to discover and support new talent.
  • Guided by an expert board of advisors with experience in art, design, and branding, Otentu reviews each submission and when selected guides students toward long-term success.
  • Otentu is a first of its kind online marketplace, discovery and development platform connecting art and design students and graduates with premium, global customers looking to support and discover new talent.

Prof. Jimmy Choo's JCA | London Fashion Academy Is Serious About Its Mission to Establish the Next Wave of UK Based Fashion Designers

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Thursday, August 25, 2022

Prof. Jimmy Choos Mayfair-based JCA | London Fashion Academy sets itself apart from other educational institutions by offering higher education with mentorship and practice based learning, London Fashion Week Shows and retail opportunities as its core.

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  • Prof. Jimmy Choos Mayfair-based JCA | London Fashion Academy sets itself apart from other educational institutions by offering higher education with mentorship and practice based learning, London Fashion Week Shows and retail opportunities as its core.
  • The JCA is determined to create the next wave of fashion designers by consciously supporting their businesses from the day they arrive at 20 Hanover Square.
  • JCA | London Fashion Academy is a pioneering fashion school and professional incubator founded by Prof. Jimmy Choo OBE and Mr Stephen Smith.
  • Stephen has worked closely with international, UK and local government to develop and deliver strategies aiming to build a sustainable creative industry.

Zenni Doubles Down on Innovation and Brand to Fuel Growth with New C-Suite Additions

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Friday, August 19, 2022

Zenni , the online eyewear retail leader, announced today two new key hires to its C-suite to support its continued growth.

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  • Zenni , the online eyewear retail leader, announced today two new key hires to its C-suite to support its continued growth.
  • David Ting joins the company as Chief Technology Officer to evolve the online customer experience, while driving innovation across the Zenni business offering.
  • Thanks to its groundbreaking and longstanding direct-to-consumer business model, Zenni is in a unique position to digitally disrupt a century old industry.
  • Zenni pioneered the online eyewear industry in 2003 with a mission to make prescription eyewear affordable and accessible to everyone.

Opening of "Lexus: Sparks of Tomorrow" at the 2022 Milan Design Week

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Monday, June 6, 2022

TOKYO, June 6, 2022 - (JCN Newswire) - Today Lexus unveiled its exhibit at the 2022 edition of Milan Design Week, showcasing the brand's design philosophy and exemplifying Lexus' commitment to sustainability.

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  • TOKYO, June 6, 2022 - (JCN Newswire) - Today Lexus unveiled its exhibit at the 2022 edition of Milan Design Week, showcasing the brand's design philosophy and exemplifying Lexus' commitment to sustainability.
  • This year's event, Lexus: Sparks of Tomorrow, presents a trio of design explorations, all inspired by Lexus' human-centered, future-oriented approach to design.
  • As Milan Design Week opens, we look forward to seeing how the public engages with the Lexus presentation, and makes our vision for the future their own."
  • Visitors will also have the opportunity to explore the work of the six finalists of the LEXUS DESIGN AWARD 2022, promising talent.

Karma Automotive Names Nicholas David as Interior Design Director

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Friday, May 27, 2022

IRVINE, Calif., May 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Karma Automotive, a Southern California-based luxury electric automaker announced that Nicholas David, an accomplished automotive designer, has been hired to lead the company's global interior design efforts at Karma's Design Center.

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  • IRVINE, Calif., May 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Karma Automotive, a Southern California-based luxury electric automaker announced that Nicholas David, an accomplished automotive designer, has been hired to lead the company's global interior design efforts at Karma's Design Center.
  • In his new role at Karma, Mr. David will oversee the interior design team to achieve industry leading EV focused interior design and to support the brand visions in delivering world class executions for Karma worldwide.
  • "Nicholas brings a diverse and international skillset to Karma design team to support our strong future," said David Hilton.
  • "I am excited to join the talented design team at Karma Automotive at a time when the design language is undergoing a radical change," said Nicholas David.

ATA Creativity Global Recognized as a 2021 Influential International Education Brand and Most Trusted Creative Arts Brand by Parents

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Monday, January 24, 2022

Mr.Kevin Ma, Chairman and CEO of ACG, stated, We are thrilled that ACG is being recognized by the industry and the greater public for its leading position in the international creative arts education space.

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  • Mr.Kevin Ma, Chairman and CEO of ACG, stated, We are thrilled that ACG is being recognized by the industry and the greater public for its leading position in the international creative arts education space.
  • We believe that ACG is differentiated by our unwavering commitment to enabling positive outcomes for our students as they pursue an international education in creative arts.
  • ATA Creativity Global is an international educational services company focused on providing quality learning experiences that cultivate and enhance students creativity.
  • ATA Creativity Global offers a wide range of education services consisting primarily of portfolio training, research-based learning, overseas study counselling and other educational services through its training center network.

Art&Co. Disperses Funds to Khalsa Aid International for COVID-19 Relief

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Monday, January 17, 2022

"), founded by British Sikh entrepreneur, Bundeep Singh Rangar in 2020, the world's largest online art auction for Covid relief that connected the worlds of art, finance and support groups, continues to bring relief to COVID-19 victims by supporting charities such as Khalsa Aid International.

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  • "), founded by British Sikh entrepreneur, Bundeep Singh Rangar in 2020, the world's largest online art auction for Covid relief that connected the worlds of art, finance and support groups, continues to bring relief to COVID-19 victims by supporting charities such as Khalsa Aid International.
  • Given the pandemic that has continued over the past two years, a year on after it was launched and funds dispersed to Khalsa Aid, Art&Co.
  • "Khalsa Aid International is delighted to be one of the charity recipients of funds raised by the Art&Co.
  • initiative, the world's largest online art auction for COVID-19," said Indy Singh Hothi, Operations Director for Khalsa Aid International.

Lindsey M. Wendler Joins Dresner Partners as Managing Director

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Thursday, December 16, 2021

CHICAGO, Dec. 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dresner Partners, a leading FINRA-registered, middle-market investment bank and Mergers Alliance member firm, is pleased to announce that Lindsey M. Wendler has joined Dresner Partners as Managing Director.

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  • CHICAGO, Dec. 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dresner Partners, a leading FINRA-registered, middle-market investment bank and Mergers Alliance member firm, is pleased to announce that Lindsey M. Wendler has joined Dresner Partners as Managing Director.
  • Prior to joining Dresner Partners, Ms. Wendler served in Managing Director roles at Skystone Securities and National Transaction Advisors.
  • Commenting on her appointment, Ms. Wendler said, Im very excited to join Dresner Partners award-winning investment banking team.
  • Steven M. Dresner, President of Dresner Partners, said, Lindseys diverse experience as an investment banker, entrepreneur and international business owner makes her uniquely qualified to advise many of our prospective clients.