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CvE Marketing Consultancy Welcomes Vanessa Miceli, New Global Data & Tech Practice Lead, Championing a New Era of Innovation

Goodway Group

CvE Marketing Consultancy is thrilled to announce the appointment of Vanessa Miceli as the new Global Data & Tech Practice Lead. Vanessa is a seasoned marketing leader with a career that spans over two decades, and whose expertise has been shaping the digital landscape since its inception as “new media.” She brings a wealth of experience from her valuable work with brands, start-ups, creative agencies, and media agencies. Vanessa has collaborated with several of the Fortune 100, driving go-to-market strategies, user acquisition, platform development, and optimal customer experiences with measurable success. In her new role, Vanessa is at the forefront of pioneering strategies for a cookie-less future, expanding CvE’s expertise in guiding clients through this evolving landscape. She is instrumental in strengthening the Tech & Data Practice, enriching it with a broader spectrum of martech and adtech platforms tailored to client needs. Vanessa’s vision and leadership are set to amplify the marketing consultancy’s presence, particularly among global clients with Marketing Analytics centers of excellence in the U.S., positioning CvE as a beacon of innovation and expertise in the marketing domain. “We are delighted to have Vanessa join our team,” said Paul Frampton-Calero, the Global President at CvE Marketing Consultancy. “Vanessa has established herself as a visionary solution architect and data strategist with her unique ability to synergize Marketing, IT, and Analytics enabling brands to build strategies that enhance customer experience and drive growth. Her appointment is a testament to our commitment to leading the charge in the ever-evolving role of marketing as a growth revenue engine for global brands.” In her previous role at Capgemini, Vanessa excelled at guiding marketing transformation engagements focused on customer experience and tech operations. She led audits, analyses, and workshops, creating roadmaps with tools like data platforms and interaction managers. Vanessa developed resources for the Customer First offerings, aiding clients’ shift to 1st party models and improving analytics. She also formed a team of experts in Customer Experience and Business Innovation. As a staunch advocate for women in technology, Vanessa is committed to breaking barriers and fostering an environment of inclusivity and empowerment. Her leadership is not only expected to propel CvE Marketing Consultancy service offering but also to inspire a new generation of data-driven marketers. About CvE Marketing Consultancy We are a consultancy dedicated to enabling marketing to be a more effective growth engine. Our team, comprised of industry experts and consultants with backgrounds spanning brand side, agency, technology, and publishing, advises Chief Marketing Officers (CMOs), senior marketers, and their teams on strategies that best suit their brand and business. We work with some of the world’s most progressive brands including Mars, Dell, Sainsbury's, 7-Eleven, Morrisons and Ulta Beauty. Contact Details Alexandra Morrison goodway@kitehillpr.com CvE Viviana Toro vtoro@controlvexposed.com Company Website https://controlvexposed.com/

June 03, 2024 02:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time

Game ON for Pakistan: Historic Talent Gathering for Game Developers, Animators, and Designers in Islamabad!

IDRAK AI

Islamabad, Pakistan – June 3, 2024 - ( ThriveNewsWire ) - Gaming industry in Pakistan has been on rise for last couple of years. Recently, number of major international investments in Pakistani Gaming tech sector have attracted attention of global tech players. The rising industry has experienced number of acquisitions of local talent in recent past. In this regard, the vibrant heart of Islamabad witnessed a landmark event as over 150 game developers, animators, and designers gathered for an unprecedented meetup. Hosted at the offices of IDRAK AI (Pakistan’s first award-winning AI company) and Design Peeps (a globally recognized leader in digital product design), the evening marked a pivotal moment for Pakistan’s gaming and animation industry. This historic event, organized by IDRAK AI and Design Peeps in collaboration with Arab Play, Miradore, Section Soft, Huawei, and Moonshot Animations, epitomized the spirit of innovation and partnership. Supported by P@SHA, IGI, and Maida Co., the meetup showcased the strength and diversity of Pakistan’s burgeoning creative and technological sectors. Throughout the evening, industry leaders shared profound insights into the current landscape and future prospects of game and animation development in Pakistan, facilitating a dynamic exchange of ideas and expertise. The event also witnessed the signing of three Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) and two significant contracts, setting the stage for future collaborations in gaming, animation, mobile app development, and event management. These agreements are poised to propel the industry forward, targeting both local and Saudi market business segments. “We are elated by the extraordinary turnout and the enthusiasm from all sectors—government, academia, industry, and students alike,” said Sheikh Abdul Qadir, MD of IDRAK AI, and Usman Fiaz, CEO of Design Peeps, the visionary organizers behind the event, “This gathering is a testament to the immense potential and talent within Pakistan’s gaming industry. It’s truly Game ON for Pakistan.” The event was a celebration of the thriving community of game developers, animators, and designers. Attendees reveled in the vibrant atmosphere of Islamabad’s beautiful evening, engaging in discussions that spanned the latest technological innovations and the artistic nuances of game creation. The gaming industry in Pakistan, now valued at over half a billion dollar, demonstrated its significant growth and vast potential. This event stands as a milestone, heralding future growth and collaboration within the gaming and animation sectors. It created a crucial platform for stakeholders to unite, share knowledge, and drive the industry towards unprecedented heights. As Pakistan continues to make waves in the global gaming and animation markets, such events will be instrumental in fostering a robust and innovative ecosystem. Media Contact Bilal Wasti bilal@designpeeps.net For Further Information: - IDRAK AI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/idrakailtd/ - Design Peeps: https://www.linkedin.com/company/designpeeps/ Contact Details Design Peeps Bilal Wasti bilal@designpeeps.net Company Website https://idrakai.com/

June 03, 2024 12:27 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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Gladiator Metals Identifies Potential New High-Grade Copper Targets in Whitehorse Copper Belt Survey

MarketJar

Disseminated on behalf of Gladiator Metals Corp. As the copper market continues to heat up, mineral exploration company Gladiator Metals Corp. (TSXV:GLAD) (OTCQB:GDTRF) is making significant strides in its exploration efforts at the Whitehorse Copper Belt. The Whitehorse Copper Project is an advanced exploration for copper, molybdenum, silver, and gold skarns in the Yukon Territory, Canada. Covering 314 claims over 5,380 hectares, it includes over 30 skarn occurrences in a 35 by 5 km arc. Discovered in 1897, the project saw significant production from 1967 to 1982, yielding 267.5 million pounds of copper, 225,000 ounces of gold, and 2.838 million ounces of silver. It has excellent access via roads and trails near the South Klondike and Alaska Highways, with power available from the Yukon grid. Gladiator Metals Corp. (TSXV:GLAD) (OTCQB:GDTRF) recently received processed results from a high-definition drone-borne aeromagnetic survey over the Whitehorse Copper Belt. This survey has identified potential extensions to known mineralization, highlighted significant undrilled exploration targets associated with high-magnetic responses, and supported a strong correlation between occurrences of magnetite-copper skarn mineralization and reported magnetic anomalies. The survey results support Gladiator ’s belief that such detailed surveys can effectively be used as direct detection tools for mineralized bodies under cover. An initial review has identified significant new target areas with high magnetic responses, prompting Gladiator to stake an additional 54 km² of claims, increasing the total area of the Whitehorse Copper Project to 133 km². In response to acquiring this significant data set and new claims, Gladiator Metals has advanced its summer field campaigns to immediately follow up on magnetic targets. The company has already begun geological mapping, rock chipping, and soil sampling, with ground-based geophysics (IP and EM) set to commence shortly ahead of planned drilling. Gladiator Metals Corp. (TSXV:GLAD) (OTCQB:GDTRF) CEO, Jason Bontempo, stated that this survey, the first of its size, coverage, and technological advancement in the area, was designed to explore prospective sections of geology for magnetite-copper skarns hidden under thin cover. Given the high magnetic response of previously identified magnetite-copper skarn mineralization, Gladiator is confident in the survey's potential as a direct detection tool for further high-grade copper mineralization. Multiple new, undrilled magnetic anomalies have been identified, indicating the extensive new discovery potential of high-grade copper in the Whitehorse Copper Project area. Gladiator ’s field crews are now actively following up on these anomalies and look forward to updating the market on the developing target areas ahead of drilling later this year. Gladiator Metals Expands Whitehorse Copper Project With New Jackson Copper-Skarn Prospect On May 30, Gladiator Metals (TSXV:GLAD) (OTCQB:GDTRF) announced it has staked 55 claims, adding 11.3 km² to their tenure, covering the Jackson Copper-Skarn prospect. This new prospect is located 15 km west of existing claims at the Whitehorse Copper Project. This area spans over 6 km of a promising contact zone between Cretaceous intrusive bodies and Triassic metasediments, key for mineralization in the Whitehorse Copper Belt. The Jackson Copper-Skarn prospect shows significant exploration potential, indicated by historical shallow drill results intersecting high-grade copper, gold, and silver skarns. Notable results include 6.12 meters at 5.61% copper, 1.03 grams per ton gold, and 247 grams per ton silver from 55.14 meters, 10.67 meters at 6.45 grams per ton gold from 71.02 meters within 21.88 meters at 3.45 grams per ton gold, and 1.99 meters at 4.0 grams per ton gold from 19.35 meters. Undrilled target areas highlighted by surface-exposed high-grade copper skarn mineralization include the Franklin Target, with rock chip samples showing up to 9.4% copper and 6.36 grams per ton gold, and the Hamilton Target, with rock chip samples showing up to 3.48% copper and 10.4% zinc. The Janet Target also shows rock chip samples with up to 7.85% copper and 16.59 grams per ton gold. Initial airborne magnetics conducted by previous explorers highlight undrilled high-magnetic anomalies over more than 4.4 km of strike. Gladiator Metals Corp. (TSXV:GLAD) (OTCQB:GDTRF) has begun summer exploration programs, including mapping and sampling, in the area, with drone magnetics planned for later in the season. Click here for more information about Gladiator Metals Corp. (TSX-V:GLAD) (OTC:GDTRF). Disclosure: 1) The author of the Article, or members of the author’s immediate household or family, do not own any securities of the companies outlined in this Article. The author determined which companies would be included in this article based on research and understanding of the sector. 2) The Article was issued on behalf of and sponsored by, Gladiator Metals Corp. Market Jar Media Inc. was paid $1,500 USD for the production and publishing of this article by Gladiator Metals Corp.’s Digital Marketing Agency of Record (Native Ads Inc.). 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June 03, 2024 12:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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Shareholder Proposal Seeks Reevaluation of Exec. Incentives for EVs at GM

NLPC

On June 4, National Legal and Policy Center will present a shareholder proposal at the General Motors Company advocating for GM’s board of directors to reevaluate the electric vehicle expansion targets included in its executive compensation packages. The proposal, identified as Item No. 5 on the 2024 proxy ballot, argues that GM’s focus on electric vehicles is misaligned with both the market demand for EVs and the economic realities the company faces. Last month NLPC filed a proxy memo with the Securities and Exchange Commission that explains its rationale for the proposal. GM, like many in energy-intensive sectors, has increasingly aligned its corporate strategies with a poorly substantiated, government-subsidized, and corporate media-amplified “scientific consensus” that carbon emissions will result in catastrophic effects to the planet, and to humans. These scenarios are increasingly unlikely, yet the corporate media continues to portray them as the default. Supposedly, this climate crisis can only be averted if governments and consumers adopt environmentally friendly technology, such as electric vehicles, en masse. However, electric vehicles aren’t good for the environment. Even with government subsidies, they’re expensive and unprofitable. Further, consumers don’t want to make the switch. Luke Perlot, Associate Director of NLPC's Corporate Integrity Project, stated, “Our proposal encourages a reassessment of GM’s current executive compensation incentives, which overly prioritize electric vehicle production without adequate consideration of the associated economic, environmental, and ethical risks. Instead, the company should remove these incentives and give its executive team the opportunity to pursue growth strategies without political bias.” Key Details of the Proposal: Misalignment with Market Realities: Despite substantial investments and executive incentives, the anticipated demand for EVs has not materialized at the projected scale. An open letter to President Biden signed by over 5,000 auto dealerships warned of lack of demand for EVs. Economic Viability and Subsidy Dependence: GM's profitability in the EV sector is heavily reliant on government subsidies, which are subject to political changes and could be repealed as early as 2025. Without these subsidies, the division’s path to achieving positive pre-tax earnings, currently projected for no sooner than 2025, appears increasingly precarious. Environmental and Ethical Challenges: The extraction and processing of rare-earth elements, crucial for these batteries, are predominantly concentrated in regions with poor environmental and labor standards. This not only leads to severe ecological damage, but also involves significant human rights abuses, including forced labor. Further, these elements are primarily processed in China, a geopolitical adversary of the United States. “Consumers still want internal combustion engine vehicles,” Perlot added, “and GM’s competitors are making substantial investments to meet their demand. The company cannot afford to be left behind because of misguided incentives.” Founded in 1991, the National Legal and Policy Center promotes ethics in public life through research, investigation, education and legal action. Contact Details National Legal and Policy Center Dan Rene +1 202-329-8357 drene@nlpc.org Company Website http://www.nlpc.org

June 03, 2024 11:45 AM Eastern Daylight Time

Comcast Partners with Jaime Mendez News to Serve Hispanic Community in Seattle

Comcast Pacific Northwest

Comcast today announced a partnership with Se Habla Media to support and expand its Jaime Mendez News Spanish-language newscast to the more than 60,000 members of the Hispanic community in Seattle. The partnership includes a grant to support operations and technology along with a regular spot on Comcast’s Xfinity TV Channel 79 to air its broadcasts. “When Sinclair Broadcasting group let go of its Univison affiliate at the end of 2023, the only local Spanish newscast on TV in our area also disappeared,” said Diana Oliveros, co-founder of Se Habla Media. “This sudden lack of a newscast posed yet another barrier to important information for many Hispanics. So, we decided to create our own local media outlet.” Se Habla Media was born out of Oliveros’ and Jaime Mendez’s desire to fill the void left by the disappearance of Univision. The two decided that creating their own media outlet was the best and likely only solution to avoid the disappearance of local Spanish-language news. They also realized that they didn’t have time to waste. In roughly three months they created Se Habla Media and launched on Jan. 1, 2024. It was a labor of love in more ways than one—Oliveros and Mendez are married and live in the home that has also become their studio. "Our collaboration with Jaime and Diana aligns seamlessly with Comcast's mission to support our communities, advance digital equity, and help small businesses succeed," said Rodrigo Lopez, Senior Vice President of Comcast Pacific Northwest Region. "By supporting Se Habla Media, a news outlet created by Latinos for Latinos, we are helping to keep our Spanish-language community informed about local events and raise awareness of important local issues." Before the partnership with Comcast, Jaime Mendez News, the newscast produced by Se Habla Media, was limited to online broadcasts. Even without a lot of marketing or a TV cable channel, it was able to build a critical mass of more than 120,000 followers. Additionally, the outlet has reached more than a million viewers across Facebook, Instagram and YouTube. Most of the Se Habla Media’s online audience lives in the Puget Sound area, but it also has followers in Central and Eastern Washington, California and Mexico. The addition of a TV cable channel and the support of Comcast will help expand its reach and audience. “There is a huge technological gap for some members of the Hispanic community,” said Oliveros. “It is often taken for granted that anyone has access to internet connection and social media, but the truth is that TV is still an important, and sometimes the only source of information for some people. These are the people that tend to be some of the most vulnerable.” Mendez was the news anchor for the now closed Seattle Univision broadcast. He has been a pioneer in Hispanic media for the last 25 years. Oliveros is a career diplomat specializing in community outreach and local economic development. During her six years in Seattle, she acted as Consul for Community Outreach at the Consulate of Mexico in Seattle, leading the efforts of collaborating with the Mexican migrant community in Washington and Alaska, to provide health, education and financial literacy programs. Her position created a deeper and better understanding of the needs and culture of the local and regional Spanish speaking community. The financial support from Comcast will also aid in paying for freelance reporters to develop news stories. In the future, Mendez wants to provide more daily news and add a sports show with specialized segments. “We feel glad to see that other stakeholders, like Comcast, see the value of what we are doing and commit to strengthen projects like ours,” said Mendez. “The partnership with Comcast helps us bring reliable information to more people and gives us the exposure we need to raise awareness about the need in the Hispanic community.” Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, our businesses reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. We deliver world-class broadband, wireless, and video through Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky; produce, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through brands including NBC, Telemundo, Universal, Peacock, and Sky; and bring incredible theme parks and attractions to life through Universal Destinations & Experiences. Contact Details Comcast Andy Colley andy_colley@comcast.com Company Website https://washington.comcast.com/

June 03, 2024 08:00 AM Pacific Daylight Time

Use Volatility In Your Favor With Robinhood Options Trading – In April, Volatility Index VIX Hit Highest Mark

Benzinga

By Meg Flippin, Benzinga Thanks to their large upside potential, many seasoned traders choose to trade options to play the markets. Fintechs like Robinhood have made accessing the market easier for seasoned traders to fine-tune their strategies, building based on their trading level. With inflation remaining stubborn, the markets appearing to be waiting for the Federal Reserve’s next move on interest rates and the U.S. about to enter what is expected to be a polarizing presidential election, volatility has been high. In April, the VIX Index – which Wall Street uses to gauge volatility in the market – hit its highest level since late October 2023, when the Israel-Hamas conflict began. Year-to-date, the VIX Index is up more than 12%. Options Abound With Options Trading While volatility may scare buy-and-hold investors, for active options traders, some look at it as an opportunity. After all, with options trading, investors can engage in a variety of diverse strategies that have the potential to work in all sorts of market conditions, whether it's speculating stocks will go up or down based on their bearish and bullish outlooks. Options are also cheaper than buying shares outright, creating leverage, which means the gains on your investment could be amplified – as can losses. However, options expire, and you can lose your entire investment in a short period of time. Some strategies present a potential for substantial or even unlimited losses. Then there are the hedging capabilities that come with options, which can help mitigate the dangers of high-risk, high-reward instruments. If an investor is worried a stock is going to fall they can purchase puts that enable them to sell the stock at a strike price, regardless of where the stock falls prior to expiration of the option. The same can’t be said of stocks. If shares tank, you don’t have any downward protection other than to sell and limit your losses. However, if the stock goes up or doesn’t move prior to expiration, the option will expire worthless and the loss is equal to the premium paid. Leveling The Playing Field For Options Investors Accessing options trading is getting even easier thanks to Robinhood’s trading platform. Not only do customers get access to options but also advanced charts, including the ability to track and modify technical indicators such as moving average, relative strength index and moving average convergence divergence. Furthermore, there are no contract fees.* Other powerful features of Robinhood’s platform include the ability to save and monitor options contracts to see hypothetical returns and options rolling in which you can seamlessly adjust and extend your positions. And let’s not forget 24-hour support. If you have a question on your option strategy even in the wee hours of the morning, Robinhood has you covered. Even retirement accounts and cash account holders can trade options with Robinhood. The same can’t be said of some of Robinhood’s rivals. Robinhood’s efforts to improve access are not surprising. For some time now, the company has been on a mission to level the playing field when it comes to investing by providing access to an array of investment and retirement products, keeping costs down and commissions at zero (other fees apply). Take Robinhood Gold for one example. Gold subscribers get 5% APY on uninvested cash in their brokerage account, a 1% boost on brokerage transfers and instant deposits. None of this is lost on options traders, which is why that part of Robinhood’s business is growing, and options traders are taking note. Robinhood is making moves to grow its market share even more. “We want to be number one in the active trader market. So active traders are very important for us,” Robinhood CEO Vladimir Tenev said in a recent interview. “They care about very specific things like performance, pricing, user experience. And we're making lots of investments there both in the user experience and in new product innovations that other competitors don't offer, 24-hour market being a great example there.” Options trading is growing in popularity as regular retail investors learn its virtues. Robinhood wants to be a leader in the space and is pulling out all the stops to achieve that. If you are interested in trading options and want to do so at a low cost with all the support you need, then check out Robinhood’s offering here. Featured photo by Nicholas Cappello on Unsplash. Benzinga is a leading financial media and data provider, known for delivering accurate, timely, and actionable financial information to empower investors and traders. This post contains sponsored content. This content is for informational purposes only and not intended to be investing advice. Disclaimer: *There are no contract fees charged directly by Robinhood. However Robinhood does pass through certain fees charged by securities regulators and exchanges. Commission-free trading of stocks, ETFs and options refers to $0 commissions for Robinhood Financial self-directed individual cash or margin brokerage accounts that trade U.S. listed securities and certain OTC securities electronically. Keep in mind, other fees such, Gold subscription fees, wire transfer fees, and paper statement fees may apply to your brokerage account. Please see Robinhood Financial's Fee Schedule to learn more. Options trading entails significant risk and is not appropriate for all customers. Customers must read and understand the Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options before engaging in any options trading strategies. Options transactions are often complex and may involve the potential of losing the entire investment in a relatively short period of time. Certain complex options strategies carry additional risk, including the potential for losses that may exceed the original investment amount. Robinhood Financial does not guarantee favorable investment outcomes. The past performance of a security or financial product does not guarantee future results or returns. Customers should consider their investment objectives and risks carefully before investing in options. Because of the importance of tax considerations to all options transactions, the customer considering options should consult their tax advisor as to how taxes affect the outcome of each options strategy. Supporting documentation for any claims, if applicable, will be furnished upon request. Rolling options does not ensure a profit or guarantee against a loss. An investor may also end up compounding their losses. By rolling out, the duration is extended, which can also increase risks as there's more time for the underlying security's price to move unfavorably. One of the key downsides of options vs stocks is that options contracts expire over time. For puts, If the stock price is at or above the strike price, the option expires worthless, and you can lose the money you paid for the options contract. Risk of VIX options: The prices of VIX options can fluctuate significantly and thus increase the risk for investors. The VIX is a synthetic value that is calculated on the basis of option prices. Investors who invest in VIX options should therefore be aware of the special features of this asset class. In some market situations, the VIX and thus also the prices of VIX options may not move in the expected direction. This means that in some cases VIX options may not help to reduce the risk of a portfolio, but rather increase it. VIX options generally have a term of only a few months and are therefore more suitable for short-term trading. Contact Details Benzinga +1 877-440-9464 info@benzinga.com Company Website http://www.benzinga.com

June 03, 2024 09:45 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Bevel Rebrands Under Avenue Z, Driving New Era of Media Convergence

Avenue Z

Avenue Z a strategic communications and marketing consultancy today announces the full unification and rebranding of Bevel, a strategic communications firm, to form a new driving force behind media convergence. This unique combination is a strategic venture, breaking the traditional boundaries of PR, marketing, media, and social commerce to drive influence across all digital channels. “We see the market as very open to a company like ours that brings these talents and technologies together under one roof, not just for clients’ benefit, but to build something that is differentiated in this space,” says Jeffrey Herzog, Chairman and CEO of Avenue Z. “The leadership team at Bevel, now fully unified under Avenue Z, is a critical part of helping our clients achieve greater reach, revenue, and returns.” Avenue Z aims to deliver consistent messaging that drives tangible action across multiple touchpoints. The “Convergence Media” approach addresses this need by seamlessly blending various disciplines to create narratives that drive commerce, forge meaningful connections, and spark impactful conversions. “By joining forces through a tech-forward approach to reputation management, our clients will be better connected to their audiences through an integrated communications strategy,” said Nneka Etoniru, EVP, Head of New York at Avenue Z, and one of Crain’s Most Notable Leaders in Advertising, Marketing and PR. “Avenue Z’s approach to convergence unifies the best of brand, media, marketing, and PR to supercharge client campaigns and ultimately yield higher conversions.” Merging traditional PR tactics with paid media, digital marketing, and performance media not only increases the frequency and consistency of brand interactions but also strengthens the narrative across every platform from the Wall Street Journal to TikTok. With teams in New York, Boston, Orlando, and Miami, Avenue Z is set to break boundaries and set the stage for groundbreaking achievements in the PR industry, and beyond. “PR and strategic communications are tools for driving awareness to support their launch initiatives, growth metrics, and raising funds. To achieve broader reach, it’s critical that those PR efforts tie in with digital marketing assets that convert, and performance media that drives connections with the right audiences. Our clients are always innovating, they expect their PR agency to do the same. That’s exactly what we’ve done.” said Libbie Wilcox, Director of Avenue Z New York and lead of their Alternative Assets practice. Avenue Z’s new Convergence PR solution is now available to existing clients. “As part of the leadership team, I know we are so excited for all that is to come. As a PR professional, I’m reassured that the industry is also in alignment. They see that PR is ready for a change. It’s ready for more. And, we’re going to be among the first to pave that path,” said Bristol Jones, Director and Head of Miami at Avenue Z. Avenue Z is a strategic marketing and communications company breaking traditional boundaries between marketing, advertising, and PR. From the Wall Street Journal to TikTok, PR to social and search, we create narratives that drive commerce, connections, and conversion, across all channels. With experts, tech, and teams based in New York, Boston, Orlando, Miami, and global reach - we drive influence. Visit www.avenuez.com Contact Details Avenue Z +1 407-637-2833 press@avenuez.com Company Website https://avenuez.com/

June 03, 2024 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

The Beachbody Company (NYSE: BODI) Reports Achieving Positive Turnaround In Revenue, EBITDA And Cash Flow In Q1 2024

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By James Blacker, Benzinga Subscription health and fitness firm The Beachbody Company, Inc (NYSE: BODI) saw a significant turnaround in its financial results for the first quarter ending March 31, reporting higher revenue and adjusted EBITDA compared to the previous quarter as well as the first positive free cash flow quarter since 2020. Positive Financial Metrics The company, which now goes by BODi, reported a total revenue of $120 million for the first quarter, exceeding the midpoint of guidance. While revenue was down around 17% from $144.9 million in the same period of 2023, the figure grew from $119 million in the previous quarter – representing the first quarter-on-quarter revenue growth since 2021. BODi’s increase in revenue compared to the previous quarter was driven by a more than 7% increase in revenue from its Nutrition & Other segment, while the Digital and Connected Fitness segments saw slight dips in revenue over the same period. A key highlight for the quarter was the company’s first positive free cash flow since 2020, which was $7.4 million, compared to negative $11.3 million in the first quarter of 2023. BODi said it generated $9.1 million from operating activities in Q1 2024, in stark contrast to a cash outflow of $7.9 million from operating activities in the same period of 2023. The company also saw an inflow of $3.9 million from investing activities, compared to an outflow of $3.4 million last year. "Our net cash position increased from $3.9 million at December 31, 2023 to $14.4 million at March 31, 2024, representing approximately a $10 million improvement in our liquidity in one quarter,” noted Marc Suidan, BODi’s Chief Financial Officer. Other key financial metrics also showed positive improvements, with a substantial rise in adjusted EBITDA at $4.6 million, compared to a negative $0.9 million in the first quarter of last year. Moreover, the company narrowed its net loss to $14.2 million in the first quarter from $29.2 million in the year-ago period. BODi’s financial improvement in Q1 2024 was bolstered by a reduction in total operating expenses, which fell to $92.1 million in the first quarter from $118.8 million a year earlier. This helped slash the operating loss by $16.6 million (over 60%!), from $27.4 million to $10.8 million. Outlook For Q2 Looking ahead to the second quarter of 2024 ending June 30, BODi expects to see revenue fall within the range of $103 million to $113 million, with a net loss of between $14 million and $20 million. Adjusted EBITDA in Q2 is projected to be between negative $3 million and positive $3 million. While BODi appears to remain cautious in its Q2 outlook, the positive Q1 results mark a potential turning point for the company. The revenue growth, positive free cash flow and improved adjusted EBITDA signify robust progress in its turnaround plan. Things could be looking up for BODi, provided it can capitalize on the booming online/virtual fitness market, which is projected to grow at a CAGR of 32.7% through 2032, becoming a $250.7 billion market. Key Financial Metrics For The Quarter Ended 31 March Additionally, a comparison of the Market Cap to Last Twelve Months (LTM) Revenue ratio can be found below: Featured photo by StockSnap on Pixabay. Benzinga is a leading financial media and data provider, known for delivering accurate, timely, and actionable financial information to empower investors and traders. This post contains sponsored content. This content is for informational purposes only and not intended to be investing advice. Contact Details Benzinga +1 877-440-9464 info@benzinga.com Company Website http://www.benzinga.com

June 03, 2024 08:45 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Candel Therapeutics (NASDAQ: CADL) Reports Positive Data From Phase 2 Trial Of CAN-2409 In Borderline Resectable Pancreatic Cancer

Candel Therapeutics

By Jeremy Golden, Benzinga Clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company Candel Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: CADL) reported updated survival data from its randomized phase 2 clinical trial of CAN-2409 in borderline resectable pancreatic cancer. Pancreatic cancer is the fourth leading cause of cancer-related death in the U.S. The disease accounts for approximately 3% of all cancers, with an estimated 64,050 patients diagnosed in 2023. The randomized, controlled clinical trial is specifically looking into the safety and efficacy of CAN-2409 plus valacyclovir (prodrug), together with standard of care (SoC) chemoradiation, followed by resection – if possible – in borderline resectable pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC). Very encouraging results were recently reported by the Needham, Massachusetts-based company. Patients reached an estimated median overall survival of 28.8 months after experimental treatment with CAN-2409 versus only 12.5 months in the control group in PDAC. At 24 months, the survival rate was 71.4% in CAN-2409 treated patients compared to only 16.7% in the control group after chemoradiation. Thus, prolonged and sustained survival was observed after experimental treatment with CAN-2409 in patients with borderline resectable PDAC. Importantly, 4 out of 7 patients who received CAN-2409 were still alive at the time of data cut-off, with 2 patients surviving more than 50.0 months from enrollment. Only 1 out of 6 patients in the randomized control SoC chemotherapy group remained alive at the data cut-off (50.6 months). No new safety signals were observed, providing further support that multiple injections of CAN-2409 are generally well tolerated. Additionally, there were no dose-limiting toxicities or cases of pancreatitis reported. Previous analysis of resected tumors showed dense aggregates of immune cells – including CD8+, cytotoxic tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes and dendritic cells – in PDAC tissue after CAN-2409 administration. This reinforces the potential of CAN-2409 to activate a robust antitumoral immune response in patients with cancer also in ‘cold’, immunosuppressive tumors like PDAC. “Given the frequent recurrence and short survival with SoC chemotherapy for non-metastatic PDAC, effective new treatment options are urgently needed,” said Garrett Nichols, MD, MS, Chief Medical Officer of Candel. “We are very encouraged by the improved survival associated with CAN-2409, which has been shown to be durable after prolonged follow-up based on the updated data in this randomized clinical trial. CAN-2409 was generally well tolerated without significant additional local or systemic toxicity when added to SoC chemoradiation.” Candel’s most advanced viral immunotherapy candidate, CAN-2409, is an investigational off-the-shelf, replication-defective adenovirus designed to induce an individualized, systemic immune response against the tumor. Because of its versatility, CAN-2409 has the potential to treat a broad range of solid tumors. More than 1,000 patients have been dosed with CAN-2409 to date, with a favorable reported tolerability profile and proof of concept in each indication that the company is currently pursuing. CAN-2409 is injected directly into the tumor or target tissue using a localized injection method that is akin to the standard approach for in situ vaccination to elicit an immune response against the injected tumor and uninjected metastases. Long-term survival data in PDAC was recently updated with eight months of further follow-up since the first analysis was presented at the 2023 Society for Immunotherapy (SITC) Annual Meeting. Based on the data presented at SITC, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted Fast Track Designation to Candel Therapeutics for CAN-2409 in combination with valacyclovir for the treatment of patients with PDAC in December 2023. More recently, the FDA also granted Orphan Drug Designation. “The failure of conventional immunotherapy to improve outcomes in pancreatic cancer is attributed to the highly immunosuppressive tumor microenvironment, which is largely devoid of immune cells,” said Paul Peter Tak, MD, PhD, FMedSci, President and Chief Executive Officer of Candel. “The immunological changes induced by CAN-2409, evident in the pancreatic tissue and the peripheral blood after administration, suggest that CAN-2409 is able to change the balance between the tumor and the patient’s anti-tumor immune response, which can convert progressive cancer into a chronic disease associated with improved survival.” Featured photo by National Cancer Institute on Unsplash. Candel is a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing off-the-shelf multimodal biological immunotherapies that elicit an individualized, systemic anti-tumor immune response to help patients fight cancer. Candel has established two clinical stage multimodal biological immunotherapy platforms based on novel, genetically modified adenovirus and herpes simplex virus (HSV) gene constructs, respectively. CAN-2409 is the lead product candidate from the adenovirus platform and is currently in ongoing clinical trials in non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) (phase 2), borderline resectable pancreatic cancer (phase 2), and localized, non-metastatic prostate cancer (phase 2 and phase 3). CAN-3110 is the lead product candidate from the HSV platform and is currently in an ongoing investigator-sponsored phase 1 clinical trial in recurrent high-grade glioma (HGG). Finally, Candel’s enLIGHTEN™ Discovery Platform is a systematic, iterative HSV-based discovery platform leveraging human biology and advanced analytics to create new viral immunotherapies for solid tumors. This article includes certain disclosures that contain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended, including, without limitation, express or implied statements regarding the timing and advancement of development programs, including the timing and availability of additional data, key data readout milestones, including CAN-3110 in HGG; expectations regarding the potential benefits conferred by Fast Track Designation; expectations regarding the therapeutic benefit of its programs, including the potential for its programs to extend patient survival; and expectations regarding cash runway and expenditures. 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Any forward-looking statements in this press release are based on management’s current expectations and beliefs and are subject to a number of risks, uncertainties and important factors that may cause actual events or results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by any forward-looking statements contained in this press release, including, without limitation, those risks and uncertainties related to the timing and advancement of development programs; expectations regarding the therapeutic benefit of the Company’s programs; that final data from our pre-clinical studies and completed clinical trials may differ materially from reported interim data from ongoing studies and trials; the Company’s ability to efficiently discover and develop product candidates; the Company’s ability to obtain and maintain regulatory approval of product candidates; the Company’s ability to maintain its intellectual property; the implementation of the Company’s business model, and strategic plans for the Company’s business and product candidates, and other risks identified in the Company’s SEC filings, including the Company’s most recent Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed with the SEC, and subsequent filings with the SEC. The Company cautions you not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date they are made. The Company disclaims any obligation to publicly update or revise any such statements to reflect any change in expectations or in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statements may be based, or that may affect the likelihood that actual results will differ from those set forth in the forward-looking statements. Any forward-looking statements contained in this press release represent the Company’s views only as of the date hereof and should not be relied upon as representing its views as of any subsequent date. This post contains sponsored content. This content is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be investing advice. Contact Details Aljanae Reynolds +1 617-916-5445 areynolds@wheelhouselsa.com Company Website https://www.candeltx.com/

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