Technology

Artificial Intelligence Big Data Cloud Computing Cyber Security Data Management Electronics Enterprise & Network Technology Financial Technology Hardware Mobile & Wireless Nanotechnology Semiconductor Software Telecommunications
News Release Digital Asset Direct

Plus One Robotics’ Parcel Handling Solutions Surpass 500 Million Picks

Plus One Robotics

Plus One Robotics, the fastest and most reliable parcel handling robotics platform, performing over one million parcel picks each day in production, has announced that its platform has reached over half a billion parcel picks globally – currently an industry leading metric. “Our north star will always be to increase our customers’ total picks per day,” said Erik Nieves, Plus One Robotics’ CEO and Founder. “To everyone at Plus One, 500M represents more than just parcels picked, it’s a milestone demonstrating that our clients have come to rely on our tech every day. That’s a half billion parcels that were sorted on time and at quality.” Ecommerce currently accounts for 20% of total retail globally and is expected to hit 30% by 2030. This growth, in combination with ongoing labor shortage issues, makes the implementation of automated solutions a key strategy for shipping and fulfillment companies across the world, with the global warehouse automation market estimated to grow at a CAGR of ~15% from 2022 – 2030. Plus One Robotics’ solutions for parcel induction and depalletization employ 3D sensors and AI-powered software with optimized robot grippers to pick and place disparate parcels within sortation or distribution centers. Key to Plus One Robotics’ effectiveness is its unparalleled human-in-the-loop (HITL) approach. Employees, remote or on premise, can supervise multiple robots from any location, speeding the robot’s ability to handle exceptions and facilitating machine learning that keeps downtime to a minimum, enabling 24/7 fulfillment. About PLUS ONE ROBOTICS Plus One Robotics provides the fastest and most reliable parcel handling robotics platform in the world. Founded in 2016 by computer vision and robotics industry experts, Plus One's intelligent solutions combine computer vision, AI, and supervised autonomy to pick parcels for leading logistics and ecommerce organizations in the Global 100. Plus One is headquartered in San Antonio with offices in Boulder, Pittsburgh, and The Netherlands. Visit www.plusonerobotics.com for more information, and follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube, and Facebook. For additional information: Alex Patterson +1 210-404-4763 / alex.patterson@plusonerobotics.com Plus One Robotics 639 Bill Mitchell Blvd. Ste. 185 San Antonio, TX 78226 Web: www.plusonerobotics.com Tel: +1 210 664-3200 info@plusonerobotics.com Contact Details Alex Patterson +1 210-404-4763 alex.patterson@plusonerobotics.com

October 18, 2022 08:30 AM Eastern Daylight Time

Image

Long-Term Rental Startup Rentberry Raises Capital To Develop A Flexible Living Platform For Digital Nomads

Rentberry

A new app catering to digital nomads is in the works from pioneer long-term rental startup Rentberry. Launched in 2017, the San Francisco-based startup has raised more than $22 million in capital from investors to fund its patented long-term rental platform that digitizes the entire process from property search to rental management. Rentberry is raising an additional $12.4 million through the crowdfunding platform StartEngine. That, along with the $22 million already raised, will help fund the company’s expansion, including the development of a new Flexible Living concept. Built on the existing Rentberry platform, Flexible Living will offer high-quality, fully furnished long-term rentals in the hottest cities around the globe. The concept is aimed at the growing ranks of work-from-home millennials and digital nomads looking to make the most of the freedom in their new flexible work schedules. Rentberry’s Patented Mid-Term Rental Technology Delivers A Transparent, Streamlined Rental Process The current Rentberry platform already boasts 24 million properties across 137,000 locations serving over 8 million users. For tenants, it offers a fully digital and transparent way to search for properties, submit applications, pay rent and submit maintenance requests — all in one app. For landlords, Rentberry streamlines the application, screening and rental management process from end to end so they can do everything from listing their properties to handling service requests on one intuitive platform. Flexible Living Will Offer A Mid-Term Friendly Version of Rentberry’s Platform The rapidly growing population of digital nomads is overwhelmingly made up of millennials ( 44% ) and Gen Z adults (21%). This interest looks set to grow even further; a survey found that more than 80% of millennials are interested in learning more about the digital nomad lifestyle. These younger professionals crave flexibility and freedom in the places they rent, but so far, few rental services can deliver. Short-term rental platforms like Airbnb Inc. (NASDAQ: ABNB) or Expedia Group Inc. ’s (NASDAQ: EXPE) VRBO offer fully-furnished properties that feel more like home than a hotel room, but high daily rates make them costly for longer stays. At the same time, long-term rental platforms like Zillow Group Inc. ’s (NASDAQ: ZG) Trulia or Craigslist don’t offer an easy way to find furnished mid-term rentals and lack many of the digital features that Rentberry offers to streamline the entire application and rental process. To deliver a solution that better meets the needs of young professionals, Rentberry is working on acquiring properties throughout Europe, Asia and the United States — as well as onboarding homeowners to list their properties on the Flexible Living platform — that it can then rent out exclusively through its website on three- to 12-month leases that have no security deposit requirement. The high-quality properties will be equipped with digital locks and fully furnished with work-from-home millennials in mind. With this latest round of funding on StartEngine ending Oct. 28, Rentberry hopes to have the new Flexible Living concept operational in 2023. Rentberry is the first closed-loop platform that makes the long-term rental process transparent and safe, offers contactless rental experience, and helps properties realize their true market price. Its patented technology allows tenants to submit custom offers and potentially save $87 billion on move-in costs that are currently blocked as rental security deposits. This post contains sponsored advertising content. This content is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be investing advice.The preceding information contains forward-looking statements that reflect the company’s and its management’s plans, estimates, and beliefs. Although the company makes such statements based on assumptions that we believe to be reasonable, there can be no assurance that actual results will not differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking statements. Prospective investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, as they are speculative in nature and may prove incorrect. Additionally, the company does not undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements to reflect changes in any circumstances arising after the date hereof relating to any assumptions or otherwise. Contact Details Oleksii Humeniuk o.humeniuk@rentberry.com Company Website https://rentberry.com/

October 18, 2022 08:12 AM Eastern Daylight Time

TRUST & WILL PROBATE CREATES THE FIRST DIGITAL PLATFORM FOR BOTH ESTATE PLANNING AND SETTLEMENT

Trust & Will

Trust & Will, the leading digital estate planning platform, today announced the launch of Trust & Will Probate, which provides online estate settlement and probate assistance. This product addition makes Trust & Will the first U.S. company to offer both digital estate planning and estate settlement benefits in one platform. Probate is the legal process a person’s estate goes through after they pass away to distribute their assets to the proper heirs. There are estimated to be more than one million new probate cases in the U.S. each year, with up to 30% of deaths having to go through probate. The average time to settle an estate using a traditional attorney takes up to 14 months and roughly $10,000 in legal fees. “For most of us, the process of inheriting wealth is complicated and antiquated. Trust & Will has revolutionized the estate planning industry since 2017, and now we are working to make the probate process simple, affordable, and convenient,” said Cody Barbo, Founder and CEO of Trust & Will. “In launching Trust & Will Probate, we will provide heirs and estate executors with a clear path to receive an inheritance through our comprehensive estate planning and settlement platform.” The launch of Trust & Will Probate comes on the heels of the company’s recent acquisition of EZ-Probate, the nation’s leading digital probate settlement provider. It also coincides with the company’s fifth anniversary. Since its founding in 2017, Trust & Will has helped hundreds of thousands of families create an estate plan to leave their legacy. Trust & Will Probate offers three tiers of service to accommodate a variety of budgets and estate sizes, with plans starting at $275 and ranging from self-guided prompts to comprehensive attorney support. Probate is currently available in 17 states and will be nationwide by the end of 2022. To learn more, visit trustandwill.com/probate. ABOUT TRUST & WILL Trust & Will is simplifying estate planning and settlement with attorney-approved, legally valid documents and processes designed to adhere to individual state guidelines. Since 2017, we’ve helped hundreds of thousands of Trust & Will members leave their legacy with an affordable way to create an estate plan or settle the estate of a loved one. Our platform uses bank-level encryption that protects customer data and complies with the highest security standards, including SOC2. Trust & Will is the official estate planning benefit provider for AARP members, along with several leading financial institutions, who all believe in our mission of helping every family leave their legacy. To learn more, visit trustandwill.com. Trust & Will is an online service providing legal forms and information. We are not a law firm and we do not provide legal advice. Contact Details Trust & Will Danielle Nuzzo +1 631-807-7772 danielle@trustandwill.com Company Website https://trustandwill.com

October 18, 2022 07:30 AM Eastern Daylight Time

Volatus Aerospace Expands into UK with the Acquisition of iRed® Remote Sensing, a Leading Thermographic Survey Company

Volatus Aerospace Corp.

Volatus Aerospace Corp. (TSXV: VOL) (OTCQB: VLTTF) ("Volatus" or "the Company") announced today that it has signed an arm’s length definitive agreement dated Oct 17, 2022 to acquire iRed Limited, a drone services and training company based in Emsworth, England (“iRed”). This acquisition provides a foundation for continued growth in the region and reinforces Volatus’ overall thermographic capabilities. “We began our expansion in the UK earlier this year with the addition of a seasoned business development executive, Steve Emerson, to build our presence and provide regional leadership. iRed is an established brand with a solid base of resources from which to grow that will enhance our global capabilities in thermography,” said Glen Lynch, CEO of Volatus Aerospace. “Thermography is in high demand in verticals like public safety, forestry, infrastructure, and agriculture. These use cases are only growing as drone capabilities mature and there is higher demand to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through early detection via thermographic imaging.” Founded in 2001, iRed started as a company specialized in infrared technologies, training, and services. While infrared training and inspection remains a core competency of the company, the advent of drones provided enhanced opportunity for thermography, which ultimately led to the expansion of the company into a variety of drone related services, equipment sales, and a diversified customer base. iRed is targeting year-end revenues of $1M with an EBITDA margin of 7%. “I’m very proud of what iRed has accomplished over the past 20 years,” said Ray Faulkner, President of iRed. “Joining Volatus will provide us with the resources necessary to take our company to the next level. We look forward to expanding our product offering, growing our service business, and pushing our training programs to the larger global market. Volatus Aerospace shares our commitment to sustainability and reducing our carbon footprint, and we look forward to what we can accomplish together.” Under the terms of the agreement, Volatus will make an equity investment of £100K in iRed in exchange for newly issued shares (treasury shares) that will represent 51% of all outstanding shares. The investment will be used by iRed for ongoing expansion activities. The transaction is scheduled to close October 31 st, subject to board of director, regulatory, and TSX approvals. Volatus will assume over all long-term debt obligations of £221K and the seller is subject to operational and financial metric as defined in the definitive agreement, at one year anniversary, the iRed investor(s) will have an option to sell remaining 49% for up to £125K in exchange of Volatus shares at a valuation of $0.65 per share or 12 months anniversary price, whichever is lower. This news marks another geographic expansion for Volatus following the announcement of their joint venture in Latin America in June of this year as well as their commitment toward offering green solutions to their clients. About Volatus Aerospace: Volatus Aerospace Corp. is a leading provider of integrated drone solutions throughout North America and growing into Latin America and globally. Volatus serves civil, public safety, and defense markets with imaging and inspection, security and surveillance, equipment sales and support, training, as well as R&D, design, and manufacturing. Through our subsidiary, Volatus Aviation, we are introducing green and innovative drone solutions to supplement and replace traditional aircraft and helicopters for long-linear inspections such as pipeline, energy, rail, and cargo services. Volatus is committed to carbon neutrality; the fostering of a safe, equitable and inclusive workplace; and responsible governance. Forward-Looking Statement This news release contains statements that constitute “forward-looking information” and “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of applicable securities laws, including statements regarding the plans, intentions, beliefs, and current expectations of the Company with respect to future business activities and operating performance. Often, but not always, forward-looking information and forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of words such as “plans”, “expects”, “is expected”, “budget”, “scheduled”, “estimates”, “forecasts”, “intends”, “anticipates”, or “believes” or variations (including negative variations) of such words and phrases, or statements formed in the future tense or indicating that certain actions, events or results “may”, “could”, “would”, “might” or “will” (or other variations of the foregoing) be taken, occur, be achieved, or come to pass. Forward-looking information includes information regarding: (i) the business plans and expectations of the Company; and (ii) expectations for other economic, business, and/or competitive factors. Forward-looking information is based on currently available competitive, financial, and economic data and operating plans, strategies, or beliefs as of the date of this news release, but involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other factors that may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of the Company to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking information. Such factors may be based on information currently available to the Company, including information obtained from third-party industry analysts and other third-party sources, and are based on management’s current expectations or beliefs. Any and all forward-looking information contained in this news release is expressly qualified by this cautionary statement. Investors are cautioned that forward-looking information is not based on historical facts but instead reflects expectations, estimates or projections concerning future results or events based on the opinions, assumptions and estimates of management considered reasonable at the date the statements are made. Forward-looking information and forward-looking statements reflect the Company’s current beliefs and is based on information currently available to it and on assumptions it believes to be not unreasonable in light of all of the circumstances. In some instances, material factors or assumptions are discussed in this news release in connection with statements containing forward-looking information. Such material factors and assumptions include, but are not limited to: the commercialization of drone flights beyond visual line of sight and potential benefits to the Company; and meeting the continued listing requirements of the TSXV. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual actions, events or results to differ materially from those described in forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause actions, events or results to differ from those anticipated, estimated or intended. The forward-looking information contained herein is made as of the date of this news release and, other than as required by law, the Company disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or results or otherwise. There can be no assurance that forward-looking information will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information. Neither the TSXV nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSXV) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release. Source: Volatus Aerospace Corp. TSXV: VOL Contact Details Abhinav Singhvi +1 833-865-2887 abhinav.singhvi@volatusaerospace.com Company Website https://volatusaerospace.com

October 18, 2022 06:30 AM Eastern Daylight Time

Image

BOO! Home Repair Doesn't Have to be Scary!

YourUpdateTV

We love Halloween but what can really give a homeowner a fright is when your house starts making creepy sounds or smelling funny. Not everyone is a repair expert, so how do homeowners know when they need to call an expert? Recently, Mark Dawson, President and Chief Executive Officer of Authority Brands’ Trade Brands, conducted a satellite media tour to share tips that can help consumers make sure their house is in tip-top shape and safe for family and friends this spooky season and beyond. A video accompanying this announcement is available at: https://youtu.be/3DMbh3PDuno Like a regular health check-up, a home maintenance schedule is important for every house's upkeep. Continuing to check on your appliances, heating and cooling, plumbing, and electrical systems will help prevent breakdowns, save money, and keep your home looking its best. It is important to prepare your home for the colder season ahead, to be mindful of those creepy sounds and smells, and to identify and repair any home issues that could cause larger problems for your home and family in the future. No matter what age you are, flickering lights will make you feel uneasy. While most reasons behind flickering lights are nothing to be concerned about, others could mean there’s a bigger issue in the house’s electrical system that could be a safety hazard for you and your family. According to the U.S. Fire Administration, house fires will occur in over 1 million American homes each year, so it’s important to get to the root of the problem sooner rather than later. In fact, one of the main causes of house fires is loose wiring. And loose wiring can present itself as flickering lights. If that’s the case, you’ll need a complete diagnostic to assess the danger and what needs to be addressed. A Mister Sparky electrician will not only try to fix the immediate problem of the flickering light but will inspect the home thoroughly to ensure that there are no loose wires anywhere else in the home. For more info or to request an appointment with your local Mister Sparky visit mistersparky.com. If you hear pipes rattling, thuds when you turn off a faucet, or gurgling sounds in the drain, then your plumbing system might need to be checked. When your plumbing system is working properly, you don't have to think about it. Water comes in, water and waste get removed – that's the end of the story. Unfortunately, things don't always go so smoothly. Sometimes, the plumbing can break down – noisily. When in doubt, call in a qualified plumber to diagnose your noisy pipes and get your plumbing system flowing in peak condition again. Give your local Benjamin Franklin Plumbing a call for any plumbing questions or visit benjaminfranklinplumbing.com for more info. When it comes to your home’s cooling and heating system, the majority of the time you’ll forget it’s there, as new and modern HVAC units are pretty quiet. However, you might come across the occasional clicking or funky smell that might make you think twice about what’s going on with your system. If your air conditioner is making any of these noises - squealing/screeching, rattling, buzzing, clicking, hissing, whistling, humming, cracking, or banging - it is best to consult with a trained, certified HVAC technician to pinpoint the issue and offer you the best advice for fixing the sound. Be sure to call the experts at your local One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning whenever you need fast, reliable service or visit onehourheatandair.com. About Mark Dawson: Mark Dawson, President and Chief Executive Officer of Authority Brands’ Trade Brands, including Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, Mister Sparky Electric, One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning, and STOP Restoration. since February 2022, Chief Operating Officer since July 2019, and a director since April 2020. Mr. Dawson is based in Phoenix, Arizona. Mr. Dawson also has been co-owner of DTRT, LLC from December 2015 to August of 2022. This entity operated two Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spas located in Arizona. Mr. Dawson was the co-owner of DRTCA, LLC from January 2017 to October 2020 which operated one Hand & Stone Facial Spa located in California. From January 2014 to July 2017, Mr. Dawson served as President and Chief Executive Officer of Franz Branz, LLC d/b/a Bluefrog Plumbing and Drain, LLC, and its affiliates in Phoenix, Arizona. About Authority Brands: Authority Brands is the premier residential services franchising platform providing services from the property line to the roof line. Authority Brands' companies include 12 leading home service franchisors: America's Swimming Pool Company, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, The Cleaning Authority, Color World Painting, DoodyCalls, Homewatch CareGivers, Mister Sparky, Monster Tree Service, Mosquito Squad, One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning, STOP Restoration and Woofie's. Together, these brands provide home services through approximately 860 franchise owners across North America. Authority Brands, which is headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, is dedicated to supporting individual franchise owner growth with a full suite of marketing, technology, and operational support, allowing them to focus on providing exceptional service to homeowners. Please visit www.authoritybrands.com for more information. About Mister Sparky: Mister Sparky is the #1 largest consumer electrical franchise, offering premium residential services in more than 100 cities across the U.S. Experts at safeguarding homes against potential hazards, the company’s licensed electricians are highly trained and provide customers with installation, repair and replacement services in a fast and reliable manner. America’s On-Time Electrician® is part of Authority Brands, the parent company to leading home service brands across the plumbing, HVAC, electrical services, residential cleaning, at-home care, swimming pool repair and maintenance, tree care, restoration, pet waste removal, and pest control services sectors. For more information, visit www.mistersparky.com and www.authoritybrands.com. About One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning: With more than 370 locations, One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning is the #1 largest HVAC service provider in the United States. With comfort and convenience a top priority, the company offers an extensive line of products and services, including maintenance, installation and repair, that keeps HVAC units running at peak performance year-round. One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning is part of Authority Brands, the parent company to leading home service brands across the plumbing, HVAC, electrical services, residential cleaning, at-home care, swimming pool repair and maintenance, tree care, restoration, pet waste removal, and pest control services sectors. For more information, visit www.onehourheatandair.com and www.authoritybrands.com. About Benjamin Franklin Plumbing: Founded in 2001, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing currently operates more than 260 locations across North America. With an emphasis on customer satisfaction, the company’s highly trained and licensed plumbers offer a full range of plumbing services that meet the highest industry standards including, installation, repair and replacement. The Punctual Plumber is part of Authority Brands, the parent company to leading home service brands across the plumbing, electrical services, residential cleaning, at-home care, swimming pool repair and maintenance, tree care, restoration and pest control services sector. For more information, visit www.benjaminfranklinplumbing.com and www.authoritybrands.com Contact Details YourUpdateTV +1 212-736-2727 yourupdatetv@gmail.com

October 17, 2022 01:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time

Video

Claravine Expands Digital Ad Integration Library With Top Platforms

Claravine

Claravine, a pioneer in data integrity with its platform, The Data Standards Cloud®, has launched integrations with Google Ads, Snapchat Ads and Pinterest Ads Manager. These recent platform integrations help Claravine users improve naming compliance, metadata capture and enrichment while maintaining connection points between key datasets – allowing them to hand-off across workflows and quickly measure which campaigns are performing best. There is an industry-wide demand for innovative solutions when it comes to marketing measurement, personalization and collaboration. To meet this need, Claravine is expanding its ad integration library to be compatible with more major platforms powering digital advertising, including measurement solutions, creative optimization and content metadata. Claravine has existing ad integrations with Google Campaign Manager 360 and Facebook Ads Manager along with integrations into other key marketing technologies. “While clean, consistent marketing data are core to faster business decisions, ad platforms limit the ability to control or customize fields. The lack of control and alignment across these platform limits brands and agencies from creating unified measurement dashboards.” Chris Comstock, Chief Product Officer at Claravine said. “By expanding our capabilities, we’re able to ensure that there is uniformity and adherence to the taxonomy and rules our clients have put in place. We are also able to enrich the marketing data with the business attributes needed for measurement and insights while creating alignment across marketing and analytics teams.” To further promote awareness and education around data standardization, Claravine is among a group of companies involved with the Clean Data Primer and RoadShow – a new industry organization focused on developing common standards around data clean rooms. The primer’s content covers taxonomy use cases and shares with Claravine the mission of positioning marketers, agencies, and platforms to formulate and evaluate clean room strategies and thereby enhance their odds of success. “We’re excited to have Claravine’s support of our initiative,” Rich Sobel, Co-creator of Clean Data Primer and data and AdTech industry expert said. “With a shared industry focus and their Data Standards Cloud software, we’ll be able to shed light on the importance of clean data, ultimately helping brands better prepare for the new data landscape.” Claravine was recently nominated as a finalist in the Best Data Technology category in AdExchanger’s 2022 Awards. This achievement is in addition to Claravine’s landmark year with milestones including an additional $16 million in Series B funding and being named a 2022 AdExchanger Programmatic Power Player as well as a “Momentum Leader” and “High Performer” in the Fall 2022 G2 Rankings. Claravine will be on stage at this year’s Advertising Week, taking place in New York City the week of October 17, with content and media experts at Aprimo and GroupM. Claravine has forged successful partnerships with well-known Fortune 1000 companies such as Under Armour and Ancestry and is currently working with a quarter of the Fortune 100. With a collaborative user interface and strategic integrations with top customer experience platforms such as Adobe and Google, Claravine's platform, The Data Standards Cloud, helps global organizations define, apply and connect standards across their ecosystem for faster decisions, greater agility and increased ROI. About Claravine Claravine is a pioneer in data integrity for the global enterprise. We empower a proactive approach to marketing data by activating data standards across people and technology, bridging the silos that limit speed and decisions. That’s why more than 25% of the Fortune 100 use our platform, The Data Standards Cloud, to define, apply and connect standards across their ecosystem for faster decisions, greater agility, and increased ROI. Claravine investors include Five Elms Capital, Grayhawk Capital, Next Frontier Capital, Peninsula Ventures, Kickstart Fund and Silverton Partners. Learn more at www.claravine.com Contact Details Maggie Stasko Kite Hill PR maggie@kitehillpr.com Company Website https://www.claravine.com/

October 17, 2022 10:30 AM Eastern Daylight Time

38-Year Printing Veterans Larry and Tami Jacobs Grow Sales After Buying New Minuteman Press Franchise in Carson City, NV

Minuteman Press International Inc

For Minuteman Press franchise owners Larry and Tami Jacobs, the printing industry is not new. “Our background prior to franchising with Minuteman Press was … wait for it … printing and graphics. Tami has been in the industry her whole life with parents who also spent their entire careers in the industry. Larry jumped in to printing shortly after marrying Tami in 1985. Together, we started our first business in 1987 and we’ve been at it ever since. While the majority of franchisees are coming from a different background altogether, we decided to go with the tried and true. Rather than starting over from scratch we sold our prior printing business and home in another state, moved to Carson City, and opted to partner with Minuteman Press for the brand recognition and the support that comes from within.” That partnership of Larry and Tami’s experience with the Minuteman Press franchise system has created a win-win scenario and generated significant sales growth for Minuteman Press in Carson City, Nevada, a brand new location at 444 East William Street, Unit #1, that Larry and Tami opened in July 2021. Larry and Tami explain, “Having been in the industry for nearly 38 years, we were blown away by the training and support we have received from Minuteman Press. In some aspects it was a refresher but in other areas it was completely new to us. We had not previously done a lot of promotional products, and dye sublimation and using a heat press were new to us. We have embraced the new products and are actively marketing those items.” “We’ve been learning new equipment with the signage, apparel, and all of the details involved with EDDM and direct mail marketing. It has been fun. We would not be where we are without the training and support provided by Minuteman Press.” -Larry & Tami Jacobs, Owners, Minuteman Press, Carson City, NV Standing Out in Carson City According to Larry and Tami, “Carson City is a family-friendly, small-business oriented town that is welcoming and still has a small town feel to it. We have enjoyed getting to know other business people in our community and find that they are all very supportive of each other, our town and community.” They continue, “When meeting with clients, this is what we tell them. We can help grow your business by providing personalized and branded business cards, flyers, posters, stationery, banners, apparel, and much more—we are your one-stop-shop for all your printing and promotional requirements. Plus, we specialize in direct mail marketing and advertising. Anything you can put a name, logo, or image on—Minuteman Press in Carson City can produce. We design, print, and promote YOU!” Larry and Tami add, “Our experience in the industry coupled with the latest in technology and production sets us apart. We are able to produce high quality, top of the line products in a lightning speed turnaround time in-house. As several in our community have told us, ‘There’s no one like you in the area.’ We promise. We deliver.” Growing the Business In order to grow the business, Larry and Tami use a combination of marketing strategies. “We have used in person, direct mail and email marketing campaigns as well as networking. We also have a strong presence on Google and solid word of mouth with both current clients and former clients from our previous business. These all add up to great online and offline referrals.” Minuteman Press in Carson City also has a healthy mix of products and services to get the job done for clients in their community. “Currently, our most high-demand products are political yard signs and walk cards, direct mail (both printing and mailing – all done in-house), large format printing, and apparel. We have aligned with several political brokers and that bring us a large variety of work in all aspects of our business – printing, direct mail, promotional products, and apparel. We have had quite a bit of growth with apparel in general. When word gets out that you can get it done and done well, the business finds you.” They offer this tip for local businesses. “Direct mailing to get your name out there is one of the best ways to reach potential clients to let them know you are there and open for business. With so many businesses shut down by the pandemic for so long, it is important to let your community know that you are still there and ready to serve them. Anything branded is very effective as well.” “As much as we are all glued to screens these days, there’s still just something about seeing your name and logo in print. Remember how you felt the first time you held your very own printed business card? That’s what I mean. There are some things that just work better as a printed piece as opposed to something online. Print is still the best media to communicate who you are and to get your message out to the world.” -Larry & Tami Jacobs Rewards & Advice for Others For Larry and Tami, the care they have for their clients is clearly evident when they are asked about the rewards of owning their business. “The rewards in this industry are seeing your clients shine because we took their pieces and made them into something presentable. I’ve gone to events where we printed all of the campaign materials, signs, apparel, and more. When you see everything come together in brand and theme, it really makes the client stand out and look good. And at the end of the day, that feels good and right.” They continue, “We have helped so many clients to get their projects turned around and completed on impossible deadlines. It’s an awesome feeling to make things happen. Whether it’s a small ‘copies of Great Grandma’s cookbook’ project or a large corporate multi-piece project, we give our best to help our clients look their best.” As for what advice the 38-year printing industry veterans would give to others, Larry and Tami share, “Follow the protocol, do the steps that need to be done. Stick with it. It works.” For more information on Minuteman Press in Carson City, NV, visit their website: https://minuteman.com/us/locations/nv/carson-city/ Learn more about #1 rated Minuteman Press franchise opportunities and see Minuteman Press franchise reviews at https://minutemanpressfranchise.com Contact Details Chris Biscuiti +1 631-249-1370 cbiscuiti@mpihq.com Company Website https://minutemanpressfranchise.com

October 17, 2022 10:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

Image

AmeriLife and AIMCOR Group Launch New Venture to Expand Best-in-Class Distribution Model

AmeriLife

AmeriLife Group, LLC (“AmeriLife”), a national leader in developing, marketing, and distributing life and health insurance, annuities and retirement planning solutions, announced today that it has entered into a joint venture with AIMCOR Group LLC (“AIMCOR”) to launch AIMCOR Consolidated, LLC (d/b/a ICON). Per the agreement, terms of the deal were not disclosed. ICON will focus on creating strategic partnerships under a centralized infrastructure with access to AmeriLife’s best-in-class shared services, diverse product portfolio, and vast, proprietary distribution opportunities. Additionally, ICON will provide AmeriLife access to a fully underwritten life platform that will further expand the company’s offerings and help deliver on a growing strategic priority. “As we continue to invest in our industry-leading distribution, it’s important that we find creative ways – and the right partners – to help accelerate and sustain our growth ambitions,” said Scott R. Perry, chairman and CEO of AmeriLife. “We’re excited to join forces with AIMCOR in this venture and, together, deliver on our shared legacies of excellence and business transformation for member companies.” “The launch of ICON is not only a big moment for AmeriLife and AIMCOR, but a big win for the distribution industry,” added Mike Vietri, Chief Distribution Officer for AmeriLife. “Our unique collaboration will fuel the success of a new generation of companies by fortifying a platform of holistic health, life and retirement solutions that their agents and advisors will never outgrow – and ensuring their clients never outgrow them.” "During the last decade, AIMCOR has had a clear and steadfast vision about how it wanted to expand and evolve its business model,” said John C. Ziambras, president and CEO of AIMCOR Group. “Our partnership with AmeriLife not only enables us to execute on one of our core strategic objectives of facilitating succession planning and business continuation, but also adds a unique differentiator to our value proposition by bringing significant top- and bottom-line growth opportunities to our member firms.” Marc R. Verbos, executive vice president for AIMCOR Group, will serve as president of ICON and manage the day-to-day operations of the new entity. Added Verbos: “The creation of ICON, under our aligned distribution channel, allows us to take AIMCOR’s three core drivers – organic growth, distribution expansion and business transformation – to the next level by adding access to AmeriLife’s investment capital, ancillary product lines and expanded distribution opportunities, all in a shared ownership structure that will greatly benefit existing and future members and the broader industry.” ### About AmeriLife AmeriLife’s strength is its mission: to provide insurance and retirement solutions to help people live longer, healthier lives. In doing so, AmeriLife has become recognized as the leader in developing, marketing, and distributing life and health insurance, annuities and retirement planning solutions to enhance the lives of pre-retirees and retirees across the United States. For more than 50 years, AmeriLife has partnered with top insurance carriers to provide value and quality to customers served through a distribution network of over 300,000 insurance agents and advisors and more than 100 marketing organizations and insurance agency locations nationwide. For more information, visit AmeriLife.com, and follow AmeriLife on Facebook and LinkedIn. About AIMCOR Group AIMCOR Group is a National Insurance Marketing Organization that distributes and services life, disability, LTC and annuity products through a variety of channels and platforms. Since its inception in 2011, and in conjunction with its internal and external partners, AIMCOR has embarked on a shared vision of industry business transformation by enabling new distribution, engaging consumers and delivering financial security to American families across all ages, income levels and cultural backgrounds. For more information, visit aimcorgroup.com, and follow AIMCOR on LinkedIn. Contact Details AmeriLife Media Relations Jeff Maldonado +1 321-297-1112 jmaldonado@amerilife.com AIMCOR Group Mike English +1 866-428-0180 mike.english@aimcorgroup.com AmeriLife Partnership Inquiries Patrick Nichols +1 727-726-0726 pnichols@amerilife.com Company Website https://amerilife.com/

October 17, 2022 09:07 AM Eastern Daylight Time

DealMaker partners with Assurely for Cutting Edge Issuer Protection

DealMaker

DealMaker, a leading digital capital raise platform, has partnered with Assurely, an innovative InsurTech provider, to offer DealMaker customers customized insurance coverage as they raise capital. Assurely focuses on delivering insurance for changing industries and innovative companies. Its TigerMark Directors and Officers (D&O) insurance program fills a void left by the insurance industry for companies that want to leverage the internet and/or technology to raise capital, manage cap tables, and manage investors. Through the partnership, DealMaker clients can benefit from discounted rates on comprehensive, industry-specific D&O coverage that is critical for their capital raising efforts. “It’s important we offer our customers best-in-class solutions for all of their capital raising needs, and this includes customized, relevant, and cost-effective insurance coverage and protection,” says Mat Goldstein, CSO and Co-Founder of DealMaker. “DealMaker is setting the pace for capital raising platforms and impressing the industry in every respect. Our partnership embeds relevant insurance protection that benefits all their stakeholders and further accelerates their goal of turning capital raising into simple e-commerce,” stated David Carpentier, CEO and Co-founder of Assurely. “We are excited to be working with DealMaker to offer the best possible insurance at the best price and to continuously support companies raising capital.” The DealMaker platform allows brands to tap into fundraising solutions beyond traditional capital, by using the internet to help companies to turn their customers and fans into shareholders. Also called Equity or Investor Crowdfunding, DealMaker’s software facilitates raising capital across a variety of offering structures, including Reg A, Reg CF, Reg D, OM and Private Placements. “Assurely is revolutionizing the insurance industry by satisfying our clients’ evolving insurance expectations that are unmet by traditional insurers,” says Rebecca Kacaba, co-founder and CEO. “Technology is accelerating the race to embed insurance and we are excited to partner with the industry leader to provide our issuers with cutting edge protection.” To date, DealMaker has processed over $1.6B in transactions and over 650,000 investments - more than any counterparts or competitor in North America. DealMaker’s technology was deployed in eight of the 10 largest online capital raises globally in the past 14 months. DealMaker is the new market leader in online capital formation, recently announcing a huge milestone in the industry, taking over from FundAmerica as the pre-eminent API-driven solution to raising capital online. About DealMaker DealMaker is on a mission to create the most sophisticated capital markets tools on the planet, empowering capital to flow faster. It offers a suite of primary issuance, shareholder management, and capital raising solutions that includes equity crowdfunding, investor ranking algorithms, and data/analytical tools to support all capital raise types and all securities. Its innovative technology was designed to enable organizations to own and control exempt market raises to get the money they need, faster. DealMaker works for their issuers: putting brands and founders back in control to run streamlined, successful capital raises. Its mission is to turn the process of raising capital into simple eCommerce. The company’s offices are located in Toronto, Canada, Austin, Texas and Tampa, Florida. Visit DealMaker.tech for more information. About Assurely Assurely creates and distributes insurance for changing industries and innovative companies. Its technology and data-driven platform offers both new, custom-built, and traditional insurance products designed to be embedded into marketplaces and SaaS platforms, or accessed directly by end insurance customers. Assurely serves companies, marketplaces, and platforms in changing and innovative industries, such as Private Securities, Real Estate, Collectibles, Education, Blockchain, among many others. Assurely is the next generation of insurance. For more information visit assurely.com. Contact Details DealMaker Natasha Jose natasha.jose@dealmaker.tech Assurely Rachel Stevenson rachel@assurely.com Company Website https://www.dealmaker.tech/

October 17, 2022 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

1 ... 408 409 410 411 412 ... 654