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Quavo, Inc. Appoints Brittany Usher as Inaugural Chief Revenue Officer

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Tuesday, March 28, 2023

EAST LANSING, Mich., March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Quavo Fraud & Disputes, the leading provider of dispute management solutions for issuing financial institutions, has announced Brittany Usher as its inaugural Chief Revenue Officer, making her the first female member of the company's c-suite. As CRO, she oversees Quavo's marketing, sales, client success, and dispute processing teams, bringing all client-facing operations under one banner to best leverage collective client insight for continuous product innovation and delivery.

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  • EAST LANSING, Mich., March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Quavo Fraud & Disputes, the leading provider of dispute management solutions for issuing financial institutions, has announced Brittany Usher as its inaugural Chief Revenue Officer, making her the first female member of the company's c-suite.
  • "Brittany embodies everything it takes to be a Fintech leader," said Quavo CEO and Co-Founder Joseph McLean.
  • After leading the company in reaching $10.5 million in annual revenue and $1 million in MRR last year, Usher is looking to the future.
  • Brittany resides in Philadelphia, where she coaches youth lacrosse and mentors rising industry professionals in her spare time.

immi Closes $10M Series A Raise to Bring Healthy Instant Ramen Mainstream

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Thursday, March 2, 2023

SAN FRANCISCO, March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the world's first low-carb, high-protein, and 100% plant-based instant ramen brand immi is announcing its $10M Series A funding raise. This new round of funding will enable the brand to hire for key leadership roles, expand its better-for-you lineup of flavor offerings, and scale retail door expansion nationwide. The round was led by Touch Capital with participation by celebrity investors such as Naomi Osaka, Usher, Apolo Ohno, David Grutman, Kygo's Palm Tree Crew, and Gryffin.

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  • In 2022, immi began expansion into retail channels with accounts including Whole Foods and has seen strong, sustained retail velocities.
  • The Kevins are reinventing ramen – a nostalgic dish for many of us – with more thoughtful ingredients.
  • Instant ramen is a beloved pantry staple from my own childhood and now I get to share a healthier, plant-based version with my family."
  • For more information and to stay up to date on immi, please visit www.immieats.com and follow @immieats.

LVRN APPOINTS GRAMMY AWARD-WINNING PRODUCER BRYAN-MICHAEL COX AS SENIOR VP, A&R, AND EXECUTIVE PRODUCER

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Tuesday, February 21, 2023

ATLANTA, Feb. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Announced today, leading Atlanta-based hip-hop and R&B record label Love Renaissance (LVRN) appoints Grammy Award-winning producer and songwriter Bryan-Michael Cox as Senior Vice President, A&R, and Executive Producer.

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  • ATLANTA, Feb. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Announced today, leading Atlanta-based hip-hop and R&B record label Love Renaissance (LVRN) appoints Grammy Award-winning producer and songwriter Bryan-Michael Cox as Senior Vice President, A&R, and Executive Producer.
  • Bryan-Michael Cox is a respected and accomplished producer and executive, and he's the perfect addition to our team to help continue in bridging that gap.
  • Bryan not only speaks the same language as the artist, but he also shares the same values as LVRN.
  • This is a perfect fit," says Bryan-Michael Cox, Grammy Award-winning producer and songwriter.

City of Glendale and ASM Global Announce New Multiyear Expanded Desert Diamond Pact Including $40 Million Renovation Plan With Venue’s Longtime, World-Leading Management Company

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Wednesday, February 15, 2023

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230214005903/en/
    ASM Global has successfully operated the city-owned venue for the past 6-1/2 years (taking over management July 1, 2016).
  • 2022 marked Desert Diamond Arena’s best financial performance in the past 17 years, highlighted by multiple sold-out events including Pearl Jam, Eric Church, Grupo Firme, Alan Jackson and two Billie Eilish concerts.
  • “Much of our recent success here in Glendale is that we have positioned ourselves together with high-impact, respected partners like ASM Global.
  • A string of concerts in the arena’s inaugural year included performances by Prince, Rod Stewart, Toby Keith, Britney Spears and Usher.

Tattoo Artist Dillon Forte Opens Tattoo Ranch

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Wednesday, February 8, 2023

AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Austin based Tattoo Artist and entrepreneur Dillon Forte has announced the opening of his ambitious new "Tattoo Ranch" in Wimberley. Located just outside of Austin, his new FORTE ATX studio location caters to both locals and traveling clients looking for an elevated experience in tattooing. The 5 acre + space includes a beautiful, spacious new studio for tattoo clients and also is the new home of Forte Tattoo Tech, a growing line of eco-friendly tattoo products.

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  • The multi-talented tattooer, artist and entrepreneur opens his tattoo ranch just outside of Austin in Wimberley, TX.
  • AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Austin based Tattoo Artist and entrepreneur Dillon Forte has announced the opening of his ambitious new "Tattoo Ranch" in Wimberley.
  • The 5 acre + space includes a beautiful, spacious new studio for tattoo clients and also is the new home of Forte Tattoo Tech , a growing line of eco-friendly tattoo products.
  • The Tattoo Ranch will be used to host some of Forte's upcoming events and plans that include events for the tattoo industry, FORTE art galleries and even spiritual retreats.

STEVEN VICTOR AND TOD'S CELEBRATED GRAMMY NOMINEES PUSHA T AND THE-DREAM

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Monday, February 6, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Steven Victor, CEO of Victor Victor Worldwide and Italian luxury house Tod's celebrated his clients Grammy Nominees, Pusha-T and The-Dream, held at Matsuhisa in Beverly Hills., The star-studded dinner party featured a curated multi-course menu by Chef Nobu and sounds of chart-topping hits from musical heavy hitters in attendance.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Feb. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Steven Victor, CEO of Victor Victor Worldwide and Italian luxury house Tod's celebrated his clients Grammy Nominees, Pusha-T and The-Dream, held at Matsuhisa in Beverly Hills., The star-studded dinner party featured a curated multi-course menu by Chef Nobu and sounds of chart-topping hits from musical heavy hitters in attendance.
  • The nominees were each styled in customized looks by Tod's, with Pusha T and Steven Victor being escorted in O'Gara's luxury vehicles.
  • In honor of this special evening, Rolls-Royce of Beverly Hills provided its most exclusive 2023 models of the Ghost and Phantom vehicles.
  • WHERE: Matsuhisa 129 N La Cienega Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90211

Valicor Environmental Services Acquires Usher Oil

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Thursday, January 5, 2023

Valicor Environmental Services (“Valicor”), North America’s largest provider of non-hazardous wastewater treatment and recycling services, today announced it has acquired Usher Oil (“Usher”), a centralized wastewater treatment facility (“CWT”) in Detroit.

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  • Valicor Environmental Services (“Valicor”), North America’s largest provider of non-hazardous wastewater treatment and recycling services, today announced it has acquired Usher Oil (“Usher”), a centralized wastewater treatment facility (“CWT”) in Detroit.
  • Steve Hopper, CEO of Valicor, said, “We’re pleased to continue our trajectory of growth with the acquisition of Usher Oil and our new partnership with the Usher family.
  • “Both Valicor and Usher customers alike will benefit from the partnership and the addition of Usher’s services and expertise.”
    Matthew Usher, CEO of Usher Oil, said, “Valicor and Pritzker Private Capital appreciate the history of our family-owned enterprise and I am thrilled that we will honor that legacy as we grow together.
  • We welcome the talented team at Usher Oil to the Valicor and Pritzker Private Capital families.”

Polydex Pharmaceuticals Issues Third Quarter Financial Results

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Thursday, December 15, 2022

TORONTO, Dec. 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Polydex Pharmaceuticals Limited (OTC Pink: POLXF) (the “Company”) reports financial results for the third quarter of fiscal 2023, the period ended October 31, 2022. All figures are reported in U.S. dollars.

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  • Although results for the current quarter continue to reflect a soft market and persisting problems with the global economy as a whole, a number of product orders filled in the third quarter weren’t shipped until the fourth quarter, resulting in lower sales this quarter.
  • Management’s continued cautious approach to cash management has allowed the company to weather these worldwide issues.
  • The company continues full disclosure of its financial and operational results, which can be accessed by visiting the company website at www.Polydex.com .
  • Other risk factors discussed in the Company’s financial reports may also affect the actual results achieved by the Company.

Multi Grammy® Award-Winning Producer L.A. REID and Grammy-Winning Artist BURNA BOY Join Consumer Tech Start-Up MOON Ultra as Investors

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Thursday, December 8, 2022

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221208005346/en/
    Multi GRAMMY-winning producer L.A. Reid poses with his MOON Ultralight alongside MOON Ultra CEO Edward Madongorere.
  • "MOON Ultra is a very cool and convenient tool designed to bring light to darker moments.
  • Ed is a brilliant designer who is destined to make his mark amongst the worlds great innovators," said Reid, the multi- GRAMMY Award-winning producer.
  • Known for his unique behind the scenes content creation, Burna Boy was excited to get behind MOON.

Usher Syndrome Society hosting a free educational event to share the lived experience of going both deaf and blind from Usher syndrome (USH)

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Monday, December 5, 2022

BOSTON , Dec. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Usher Syndrome Society will host a free public event called This Is USH, an evening of conversation from 5:00 pm -7:00 pm at the Joseph B. Martin Conference Center at Harvard Medical School. This event is open to researchers, students, physicians, biotech and industry professionals, members of the USH community, and all interested persons to learn more about what it means to go both deaf and blind.

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  • BOSTON, Dec. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Usher Syndrome Society will host a free public event called This Is USH, an evening of conversation from 5:00 pm -7:00 pm at the Joseph B. Martin Conference Center at Harvard Medical School.
  • The Usher Syndrome Society is a non-profit organization that uses storytelling and educational events to raise awareness and funds for treatments and a cure for Usher syndrome.
  • Steven is on a mission to change the stigma that surrounds people who are blind and/or deaf and who also identifies with the LGBTQ+ and Black communities.
  • Rebecca Alexanderis an author, psychotherapist, disability rights advocate, and extreme athlete who is almost completely blind and deaf.