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Winners Partner “Horse Races Now” App updated in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store allowing its Users to “Bet Now” with VegasWinners Sportsbook Affiliate Partners

WINNERS INC

Winners, Inc. (OTC: WNRS), through its operating subsidiaries provide sports betting enthusiasts with high quality content, analysis, research, data, and guidance for popular betting sports. Winners announced today that pursuant to its subsidiary VegasWinners Revenue Share agreement previously announced on April 12th 2023 with Horse Races Now, a leading entity in the horse racing industry, and Next Play Digital, a leading digital marketing agency with expertise in marketing, content, and optimization for the competitive sports betting and gaming sectors, is now live with multiple revenue streams. There are several layers to the Revenue Share Agreement between the parties. First, VegasWinners has affiliate marketing partnerships with many of the largest legal licensed sports books in America and is licensed in many of the States which have legalized online sports betting. Secondly, Horse Races Now has a database of over 380,000 users in jurisdictions where sports wagering is legal and regulated through licensed sports books. Horse Races Now’s 380,000 users can now place wagers with VegasWinners's sportsbook partners. At the same time, Horse Races Now users can now wager on horse races from either the App Store for iPhone Users or the Play Store for Android Users. Starting this September with the 2023 football season, VegasWinners will be able to offer their football handicapping paid advice and information to the 380,000-player database of Horse Races Now. And if those bettors sign up with VegasWinners sportsbook affiliate partners, VegasWinners will be paid again by the sportsbooks and share that revenue stream with Horse Races Now. The agreement with Horse Races Now and Next Play Digital allows VegasWinners to expand into the multi-billion-dollar handicapping industry as an affiliate sports book and receive referral fees to licensed sports books. The global horse racing market size was valued at US$300 billion in 2019 and is expected to grow significantly over the next decade. Analysts have been monitoring the horse and sports betting market and it is poised to grow by US$139.52 billion during 2020-2024 progressing at a CAGR of 9% during the forecast period. Kenny McPeek, CEO of Horse Races Now, stated, “Horse Races Now is excited about this latest update and agreement with Winners and Next Play Digital. The latest version of Horse Races Now gives horse racing fans in states where ADW wagering is legal a way to bet on and watch horse racing.” Wayne Allyn Root, CEO of Winners Inc., stated, "To use horseracing terminology, this deal is like "The Triple Crown" for both VegasWinners and Horse Races Now. They gain access to our sportsbook affiliate partners. We gain access to their 380,000-person horse racing bettor database. We both receive affiliate fees from every sport and horse player that opens accounts with our sportsbook partners. Everyone wins with multiple revenue streams." ABOUT HORSE RACES NOW, INC. Horse Races Now, a free horse racing app for both serious and casual horse racing fans, provides a full complement of global racing feeds, race replays, current news and handicapping tools that allows the user to follow their favorites and gives users the option for push notification reminders. Horse Races Now will engage their more than 380,000 users in digital marketing of legal and regulated sportsbook services to persons that are in jurisdictions where sports wagering is legal and regulated by Winners, Inc. who shall act as, collect affiliate fees for and establish new sportsbook accounts. Horse Races Now is available in the App Store as well as the Google Play Store. ABOUT WINNERS, INC. Winners, Inc. (OTC: WNRS) through its subsidiaries is engaged in the business of sports gambling research, data, advice, analysis and predictions utilizing all available media, advertising formats and its database of users. Revenues are expected to accelerate due to the proliferation of legalized sports handicapping since the 2018 Supreme Court decision granting States have the right to approve sports. Its Subsidiaries: VegasWinners is a registered sports gambling affiliate that intends to drive traffic to gaming operators for commission and is currently registered in West Virginia, Indiana, Colorado, New Jersey, Tennessee, Pennsylvania and able to operate in New York, Nevada, Mississippi, Wyoming, Illinois, Iowa, Louisiana and has made application in several other states; The LongShot Report is a rapidly growing internet/online subscription-based company that gives advice on sports picks for fantasy and sports betting including football, basketball, baseball, hockey and golf. For more information, please visit the websites Vegas Winners and The LongShot Report and on social media at Twitter. SAFE HARBOR STATEMENT This press release contains forward-looking statements that can be identified by terminology such as "believes," "expects," "potential," "plans," "suggests," "may," "should," "could," "intends," or similar expressions. Many forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results to be materially different from any future results implied by such statements. These factors include, but are not limited to, our ability to continue to enhance our products and systems to address industry changes, our ability to expand our customer base and retain existing customers, our ability to effectively compete in our market segment, the lack of public information on our company, our ability to raise sufficient capital to fund our business, operations, our ability to continue as a going concern, and a limited public market for our common stock, among other risks. Many factors are difficult to predict accurately and are generally beyond the company's control. Forward-looking statements speak only as to the date they are made, and we do not undertake to update forward-looking statements to reflect circumstances or events that occur after the date the forward-looking statements are made. FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT: Brian Foy Chief Marketing Officer Brian@winnersinc.us SOURCE: Winners, Inc. Contact Details Winners, Inc. Brian@winnersinc.us Company Website https://vegaswinners.com/

May 31, 2023 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Paramount+ and Brooklyn Magazine Present ‘Paramount+ Movie Nights in Brooklyn’

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Paramount+ and Brooklyn Magazine, in partnership with Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, Prospect Park Alliance and Fort Greene Park Conservancy, are excited to present “Paramount+ Movie Nights in Brooklyn,” a summer series of free films in Fort Greene Park, Prospect Park and McCarren Park. The fun kicks off with four consecutive Thursday evenings beginning Thursday, June 29, in Fort Greene Park, continues with four consecutive Wednesday evenings starting July 26 in Prospect Park’s Long Meadow, and ends with four final evenings starting Sunday, August 20, in McCarren Park. The series builds off of the longstanding “Summer Movies Under the Stars” series offered in Prospect Park for many years through the support of the Borough President. “Paramount+ Movie Nights in Brooklyn” will offer nostalgic classics and feel-good fan favorites for all ages. The two-month series lineup will include “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off,” recent hits “Marcel the Shell with Shoes On,” “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,” “Everything Everywhere All at Once,” “Top Gun: Maverick,” and more. See below for the full lineup. The themes throughout are connectivity, perseverance, friendship, family, self-empowerment, creativity, fantasy, and fun — just what we could all use this summer. “There’s nothing better than Brooklyn in the summertime, especially the memories of summer as a kid. We’re in luck that nostalgia is the theme of our “Paramount+ Movie Nights in Brooklyn” series this summer,” said Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso. “I’m thrilled to bring a selection of classic movies, and films we know will become classics, to Fort Greene Park, Prospect Park, and McCarren Park throughout the summer. I look forward to getting this program started and want to extend my deep thanks to the Prospect Park Alliance and the Fort Greene Park Conservancy for their partnership.” “We are thankful to Borough President Reynoso for continuing this long-cherished tradition of bringing our community together for free movie nights under the stars in Brooklyn’s Backyard, and to Paramount+ and Brooklyn Magazine for their support of this series,” adds Morgan Monaco, President, Prospect Park Alliance, the non-profit organization that sustains, restores and advances Prospect Park. “We also are delighted to partner with the Fort Greene Park Conservancy to expand the series to our sister park for an even better season of outdoor fun.” Showtimes are at sunset. Get there early and bring the kids. Here is the full lineup: Fort Greene Park June 29: “Marcel the Shell with Shoes On” July 6: “House Party” July 13: “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” July 20: “RRR” For more information and to RSVP, click here. Prospect Park, Long Meadow July 26: “Top Gun: Maverick” August 2: “Bring It On” August 9: “The Nutty Professor” (1996) August 16: “Guardians of the Galaxy” For more information and to RSVP, click here. McCarren Park August 20: “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” August 30: “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania” (2023) September 6: “Everything Everywhere All at Once” September 13: “The Big Lebowski” For more information and to RSVP, click here. ### ABOUT PARAMOUNT+ Paramount+, a direct-to-consumer digital subscription video on-demand and live streaming service, combines live sports, breaking news and a mountain of entertainment. The premium streaming service features an expansive library of original series, hit shows and popular movies across every genre from world-renowned brands and production studios, including BET, CBS, Comedy Central, MTV, Nickelodeon, Paramount Pictures, SHOWTIME and the Smithsonian Channel. The service is also the streaming home to unmatched sports programming, including every CBS Sports event, from golf to football to basketball and more, plus exclusive streaming rights for major sports properties, including some of the world’s biggest and most popular soccer leagues. Paramount+ also enables subscribers to stream local CBS stations live across the U.S. in addition to the ability to stream CBS News Network for 24/7 news and CBS Sports HQ for sports news and analysis. About Brooklyn Magazine Founded in 2010, Brooklyn Magazine is as a multifaceted media entity, online lifestyle publication and semiannual print magazine that covers New York’s most populous borough through the lens of culture, community, commerce, arts and leisure. In addition to print and online editorial coverage, Brooklyn Magazine produces a free biweekly newsletter that engages with more than 220,000 subscribers, produces a weekly podcast, and organizes frequent events around the borough. About Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso Antonio Reynoso is Brooklyn’s 20th Borough President. A lifelong Brooklynite, he is the first Latino to hold the office in the borough and the first Dominican to be elected Borough President citywide. Previously, Borough President Reynoso served as City Council Representative for Council District 34, representing portions of Bushwick, Greenpoint, and Williamsburg in Brooklyn, and Ridgewood, Queens. More about Borough President Reynoso and his vision for a Brooklyn for all at https://www.brooklynbp.nyc.gov/. About Fort Greene Park Conservancy The Fort Greene Park Conservancy is an independent non-profit organization that partners with local communities and NYC Parks to program, maintain, and advocate for the park as a vital space today and for generations to come. We enrich and nurture Fort Greene Park as a public space that puts community first—protecting everyone's right to belong, organize, and connect with nature. About Prospect Park Alliance Prospect Park Alliance is the non-profit organization that sustains, restores and advances Prospect Park, Brooklyn’s Backyard, for the diverse communities we serve. Working in partnership with the City, we provide critical staff and resources that keep the park green and vibrant. Learn more at prospectpark.org. Contact Details N6A for Brooklyn Magazine +1 619-450-3743 brooklynmagazine@n6a.com Company Website https://www.bkmag.com/

May 31, 2023 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Revenue Management Solutions Announces the Appointment of New Board Member Jana Zschieschang

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Revenue Management Solutions (RMS), a world leader in data-driven analytics and tech-enabled solutions for restaurants, announced Jana Zschieschang as the newest addition to its Board of Directors. Her appointment marks the first new board member since RMS changed ownership in 2017. Zschieschang was also promoted from Chief Marketing Officer to Chief Brand Officer for Revenue Management Solutions. Since becoming Chief Marketing Officer in 2017, Zschieschang has established RMS’ global marketing and communications platform. Today, she manages its Tampa-based marketing team, global internal and external communications, and agency relationships. Most recently, she’s been integral to the company’s People Success initiatives, creating personalized career development plans that give every associate a meaningful growth path at RMS. “Jana is multilingual and previously worked in two of RMS’ international offices. One-third of our business is international, and Jana brings a critical element to our board,” said John Oakes, Chief Executive Officer of RMS. “She also has the pulse of our associates, clients and markets worldwide. She leads effectively and is an instrumental voice in our strategic business decisions.” Under Zschieschang’s leadership, Revenue Management Solutions has become a leading source of reliable restaurant sales and traffic data, menu trends and consumer behavior. In 2022, RMS grew revenue by 24% and added nearly 40 new associates and 15 leading restaurant brands as clients. “Jana elevated our marketing initiatives during the pandemic in meaningful ways to better serve our clients in the restaurant and hospitality sectors,” said Oakes. “Simultaneously, she strengthened our internal communications, recruitment and training processes, resulting in our highest-ever employee satisfaction rating.” As Chief Brand Officer, Zschieschang will continue to refine internal and external communications. In 2023, her team will roll out new and updated products and platforms, further elevating the brand’s client offerings. Internally, Zschieschang and her team are focusing on creating more training opportunities for associates’ professional development and supporting cross-functional communication across all RMS departments and locations. “We are delighted to add Jana to our board, where her invaluable input, judgment, creativity and productivity will prove as valuable as they are to our core business,” added RMS President and Chief Financial Officer Olivier Rougié. Learn more about Revenue Management Solutions’ winning team and industry solutions. About Revenue Management Solutions Revenue Management Solutions (RMS) is committed to supporting restaurants through these ever-changing times. Today, more than 50 major brands in 40-plus countries trust RMS. Its data-driven analytics and tech-enabled solutions optimize sales, menus and a brand’s financial health. RMS provides actionable insights to more than 100,000 restaurant locations worldwide to help them make informed business decisions that drive profitability and combat inflation and rising wages. The company holds five US patents on menu pricing and customer segmentation and supports ongoing academic research efforts. For more information on how RMS helps its clients, visit revenuemanage.com. Contact Details Tracy Henderson +1 720-989-3530 tracy@centerreachcommunication.com Company Website https://www.revenuemanage.com

May 31, 2023 08:10 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Celebrating 5 Years: Rollercoin, the Biggest Mining Simulator, Offers Exciting Rewards

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Join Rollercoin's 5th Anniversary celebration and win amazing rewards. Visit Rollercoin to get started and experience the thrill of virtual Bitcoin mining while having fun, learning crypto mining skills, and getting rewards. As the leading and the oldest giant in mining simulators, Rollercoin revolutionizes the gaming landscape with its immersive online Bitcoin mining game. Rollercoin's 5th Anniversary month-long celebrations are set to captivate millions of players with exciting activities and generous rewards! Players can join the project's birthday and stand a chance to win exclusive merch packs, referral rewards, and various miners, including Afterparty and Icarus. With a global player base of over 3.5 million users, Rollercoin Bitcoin mining simulator offers a rewarding and educational experience in the world of crypto mining. The game’s market share is 10 times larger than its competitors, making it a preferred choice for crypto enthusiasts and gamers! Online virtual Bitcoin mining game allows players to compete against friends in mining Bitcoins. The game features a unique blend of entertaining mini-games, a global mining pool, and the opportunity to receive real crypto rewards. Rollercoin Free-to-Play game is giving away rewards like never before, so take your chance to grab more. Join an extraordinary month of activities, amusements, and unparalleled rewards that will leave players in awe. During Rollercoin Birthday Events, players can 👇 Take part in the project's birthday celebration Win Merch Pack Win miners, including Afterparty, Icarus, etc. Get referral rewards: top-10 winners will get crypto! Become the most active user and receive an additional prize. Event schedule: Week 1: Bitcoin Pizza Week Bitcoin Pizza Week Art Contest where users can showcase artistic skills in a contest for the best Rollercoin avatar and get rewards. Week 2: AMA Session + Party Events. Two weeks of amazing events where you users will receive rewards daily by crafting special miners in Craft Hard Event and completing exciting Event Quests! Week 3: RollerBirthday Quiz. The third week is Rollercoin Quiz week. Every day during the week, players will be challenged with tricky questions on Twitter and Discord about Rollercoin to get rewarded for that. After all, on May 31st, the main Big Rollercoin Birthday Party will start and brings even more fun and rewards. Ultimately, the TOP-3 players with the most referrals gathered during the Contest will receive an incredible prize set of miners and merch! What is Rollercoin Rollercoin game is an online virtual Bitcoin mining game that allows players to get crypto skills, compete against friends in mining Bitcoins, and build an empire with real crypto rewards. Innovative game mechanics provide players with a perfect balance between entertainment and learning — getting rewards while playing games and having fun. With its seamless browser-based gameplay, one of the oldest crypto games Rollercoin allows players to engage in the game across various devices without the need for downloads. The worldwide community of Rollercoin has grown rapidly since its inception in 2018, with a staggering 3.5 million players and 440,000 active community members. The platform's monthly player count of 1.5 million demonstrates its exceptional popularity and distinguishes it from other gaming platforms. Players can build and develop their own mining data center, upgrade settings to enhance mining power and collect miners to boost their performance. The game features a global mining pool, where the power of each player is combined, and block rewards are distributed based on individual mining power, emulating the dynamics of real-world crypto mining. Moreover, the game offers multi-mining opportunities for various cryptos, including BTC, ETH, DOGE, MATIC, BNB, Sol, TRON, Shiba, BUSD, USDT, and LTC. Also, Rollercoin provides instant withdrawals. Rollercoin offers a diverse range of addictive mini-games. These games provide an enjoyable experience while earning additional mining power. By completing Daily and Weekly Quests and easy tasks, players are getting opportunities to receive more rewards and learn about crypto mining. Adding to its attractive features, Rollercoin also offers a referral program. Players can invite their friends to join the Rollercoin universe and, in turn, get a percentage of their in-game earnings: 25% from referrals’ profit and 15% from in-game purchases. Contact Details Rollercoin.com Ana G. support@rollercoin.com Company Website https://rollercoin.com/

May 31, 2023 04:30 AM Pacific Daylight Time

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Multnomah County Partners with Comcast to Announce $4 Million in Grant Packages to Local Small Businesses

Comcast Washington

Today, Comcast announced it will award grant packages to 100 small businesses in Multnomah County including those owned by women, people of color, and individuals committed to uplifting their local communities. Expanding on the foundational work by Multnomah County to provide relief funds to small businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, Comcast will award grant packages valued at $40,000 to 100 small business owners. The grant package will include business consultation services, educational resources, a monetary grant, creative production, a media schedule, and a technology makeover. From June 1-30, eligible small businesses in Multnomah County can apply for the Comcast RISE program at www.ComcastRISE.com. Winners will be notified in August. Local small businesses seeking more information about the Comcast RISE grants, may learn more about the fund, eligibility requirements, and how to apply by watching this video. Multnomah County is one of five metropolitan areas selected to award the grant package to 100 local businesses, including Baltimore, Detroit, Memphis, and Philadelphia. These recipients join the 13,000 entrepreneurs nationwide who have been selected as Comcast RISE awardees since the program launch in late 2020. “Among the many things we all love about the Portland Metro area is our vibrant small businesses and Comcast is committed to supporting them,” said Marion Haynes, vice president of external affairs, Comcast Pacific Northwest Region. “Unprecedented challenges are facing these small businesses, especially those owned by women and people of color, which are at greater risk in today’s uncertain economy with inflation and rising costs. That is why we encourage small business owners to apply for the Comcast RISE program. The grant may cover any need to help your business survive and thrive.” “Beyond the many things that make Portland so special is our small business community,” said Andrew Hoan, president and CEO of the Portland Business Alliance. “Comcast RISE is a great opportunity for small business owners who want to invest in themselves and create a more dynamic city. We're proud to partner with Comcast to promote this program and encourage all small businesses in Multnomah County to apply.” "Hacienda supports entrepreneurs year-round with technical assistance and connection to resources as they work to start or grow their businesses,” said Ernesto Fonseca, CEO of Hacienda CDC. “We are thrilled to partner with Comcast to help spread the word about Comcast RISE and make sure small businesses know about this opportunity and submit an application." “APANO is excited to participate in this year’s RISE! We would like to express our thanks to Comcast for investing in small businesses and entrepreneurs,” said Duncan Hwang, Community Development Director at APANO. “These small businesses—especially those owned and run by Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Oregonians—are the backbone of our community. Over the last few years, too many have been impacted by both the pandemic and hate and bias incidents. This opportunity will support them in coming back stronger than ever.” Comcast RISE stands for Representation, Investment, Strength and Empowerment. Comcast RISE was created in November 2020 to help small businesses hardest hit by COVID-19, from bakeries and barber shops to childcare centers and cleaning services, the grants needed to survive and recover. The program will evolve from helping businesses survive the pandemic, to helping businesses and their communities thrive with a focus on economic growth. All eligible applicants will receive a monthly Comcast RISE newsletter with educational content, and all small business owners can visit the Comcast RISE destination on the X1 platform featuring aggregated small business news, tips, insights, and more. Just say “Comcast RISE” into the X1 voice remote. Comcast RISE is part of Project UP, the company’s comprehensive initiative to advance digital equity and help build a future of unlimited possibilities. More information on eligibility requirements and how to apply for the grant program are available at www.ComcastRISE.com. About Comcast Corporation 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. Visit www.comcastcorporation.com for more information. Contact Details Rachael Arnold Rachael_Arnold@Comcast.com Company Website https://oregon.comcast.com/

May 30, 2023 01:23 PM Pacific Daylight Time

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William Shatner and HearingLife Team Up to Spread Awareness about the Importance of Hearing Care in the US

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A video accompanying this announcement is available at: https://youtu.be/CqMCndmTOfg Would it surprise you to know that hearing loss in the U.S. is expected to double to 73M by 2060?* Hearing loss can prevent a life well-lived and cause some to miss out on meaningful connections. Even so, it takes people seven years from the time they suspect they might have hearing loss to the time they seek treatment. But no one should ever feel that hearing loss is something to be ashamed of. Proactive health habits such as hearing care are so important to living a long and healthy life. Hollywood legend and HearingLife spokesperson, William Shatner, has lived a full, adventurous life, from traveling to space to acting on the big screen. But what many might not realize is he is also living with tinnitus! William Shatner has teamed up with the leading hearing care company to spread awareness about the importance of hearing care in the US. To stress the importance of proper hearing care, HearingLife is currently running its “Love Your Ears” give back campaign and is giving away free hearing aids to people in financial need who are struggling with hearing loss. For the opportunity to receive free hearing aids through “Love Your Ears,” anyone in the U.S. can submit their personal story to www.hearinglife.com/giveback, or nominate a loved one, explaining how receiving hearing aids could make a difference in the quality of their life. HearingLife offers brands with some of the highest rated technology on the market, including several award-winning options. Hearing aid technology has come such a long way to cater to the unique treatment needs of the individual. With so many options out there, it’s crucial for people to seek out professional care from an audiologist or licensed hearing aid specialist. HearingLife offers personalized care with a focus on the individual’s unique needs so that we can provide people with the most optimal solution for their lifestyle. HearingLife.com has plenty of resources available. For more information on the give back program to submit your story, go to www.hearinglife.com/giveback. *Source: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaotolaryngology/article-abstract/2606784 Contact Details YourUpdateTV +1 212-736-2727 yourupdatetv@gmail.com

May 30, 2023 12:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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NAVEX Announces AI-Powered Compliance Assistant

NAVEX Global

NAVEX, the leader in integrated risk and compliance management software, today announced NAVEX Compliance Assistant. The initial release of this new AI-powered functionality will offer instant answers to employee questions regarding company policies and procedures delivered in natural language. This functionality makes an organization’s compliance program more accessible and personal for all employees. As part of the NAVEX One GRC Information System, employees interact with NAVEX Compliance Assistant by asking it questions in their own words. The AI-powered Compliance Assistant then searches through a company’s policies and procedures to present a comprehensive answer to the employee’s inquiry. Compliance Assistant applies Large Language Model (LLM) technology to customer-controlled document sets for maximum relevance and accuracy. NAVEX’s secure cloud infrastructure protects document and data privacy. Rich NAVEX Integration Ensures Ease of Use and Data Security The AI-powered NAVEX Compliance Assistant is seamlessly integrated into NAVEX One People Hub, a unified, simplified way for employees to engage with the compliance program. Through People Hub, employees can conveniently report incidents, confirm policy adherence, complete training and disclose information within a user-friendly interface accessible on mobile devices. With the addition of Compliance Assistant, employees, and other authorized parties, can quickly clarify how to follow specific procedures and policies that apply to them. NAVEX Compliance Assistant offers a range of features tailored to meet the needs of organizations of all sizes, including: Intuitive chat interface: Employees can query the system with natural language questions about a policy or procedure of interest and receive prompt, accurate responses. Multilingual access: Users can ask questions and receive answers in 70 languages. Find relevant policies: Employees can easily search for and access relevant, verified policies and procedures, eliminating time-consuming manual searches or the need to reach out across departments to source an answer. Responsive access anywhere: NAVEX Compliance Assistant is accessible via the web and mobile devices, helping employees access critical compliance information from anywhere. Uncompromising privacy and security: NAVEX is committed to safeguarding all data within the systems it manages, including policy and procedure information and employee queries through Compliance Assistant. “Successful organizations turn governance, risk and compliance management into a competitive advantage. It helps prevent mistakes, motivate employees, and promotes confident decision-making,” said Sean Thompson, Chief Executive Officer at NAVEX. “In my years of experience with natural language user interface technology, incorporating it into a GRC program is one of the most exciting applications. Our new AI-enabled Compliance Assistant makes engaging with the compliance program simpler and more intuitive, which in turn makes employees more confident users of the system.” Expert point of view The adoption of AI-powered technologies to facilitate access to compliance-related information can bring great benefits. “Giving employees the ability to quickly and accurately access company policies and procedures fosters a culture of trust and safety with regards to risk mitigation. It also makes the whole process more efficient," said Darren Bradshaw, Chief Audit and Compliance Officer of Stellantis, a multinational automotive company on a journey of transformation into a sustainable mobility tech organization. Stellantis, as a customer of some NAVEX applications, plans to partner with the company to test the usability of this new application. To learn more about the AI-powered NAVEX Compliance Assistant, visit https://www.navex.com/en-us/products/navex-ethics-compliance/ai-employee-compliance-assistant/. Or, read our blog, “ Artificial Intelligence – The Next Frontier of GRC Management ” on Risk & Compliance Matters. NAVEX is trusted by thousands of customers worldwide to help them achieve the business outcomes that matter most. As the global leader in integrated risk and compliance management software and services, we deliver solutions through the NAVEX One platform, the industry’s most comprehensive governance, risk and compliance (GRC) information system. For more information, visit NAVEX.com and our blog. Follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn. Contact Details Scott Levesque +1 617-388-5773 scott.levesque@navex.com Company Website https://www.navex.com

May 30, 2023 08:30 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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SNDL discusses factors behind national growth as Canadian cannabis and liquor retailer

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SNDL CEO Zach George joins Natalie Stoberman from the Proactive newsroom to share how the company has transformed into the largest private-sector retailer for liquor and cannabis in Canada. George says SNDL has been able to attain that national rate of growth because of strategic acquisitions and executing its focus on integration. He adds the company has been able to achieve vertical integration in the Canadian cannabis sector by acquiring businesses like Inner Spirit Holdings, allowing SNDL to expand its retail network to over 365 brick-and-mortar stores. Contact Details Proactive Investors +1 604-688-8158 na-editorial@proactiveinvestors.com

May 29, 2023 01:58 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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How This Digital Fitness Company (New IPO On Nasdaq) Is Differentiated Through Delivering The Industry’s First At-Home Personal Training Offering

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By David Willey, Benzinga A new health and fitness company just joined the stock exchange, and it is looking to shake up the digital fitness sector. FORME (NASDAQ: TRNR) just completed an initial public offering (IPO) and is delivering a new product offering to the fitness industry through virtual, live personal training. FORME is solving key problems in the industry through offering a differentiated service with at-home, digital 1:1 personal training and coaching delivered through its award-winning smart home gyms. There are compelling market trends in the digital fitness industry, which has seen steady growth driven by increased participation in health and wellness activities. According to FORME’s S-1 filing with the SEC, the Global Wellness Institute estimated that total global spending in the wellness industry in 2020 was $4.4 trillion, of which approximately $740 billion was spent on fitness and other categories of wellness, including yoga, barre, and Pilates. According to FORME’s research, the Company believes its total addressable market (TAM) includes nearly 10 million households, representing total potential revenue of $18 billion, all of which is in the United States. According to the most recent data, there are 64 million gym memberships in the US alone. The fitness market experienced a seismic change during the pandemic and experienced a shift away from brick-and-mortar structures during the COVID-19 pandemic. The number of users who accessed online fitness training went from 7% to 80% between 2019 and 2020, according to data from Mindbody cited by FORME in its NASDAQ filing. The global online/virtual fitness market size grew from $15.65 billion in 2022 to $21.82 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 39.4%. The United States represents the largest segment of the rapidly expanding online fitness market. FORME looks to be tapping into this shift toward digital health with its innovative digital fitness platform focused on the industry’s first 1:1 personal training model. The company offers an immersive fitness environment through its app and award-winning smart gym mirrors. FORME has recruited world-class trainers from highly recognized names in the industry such as Equinox, Peloton, and Exos, which provide members live 1:1 training through its digital platform. The company has already won multiple awards for its mirror hardware, including the Men's Health Home Gym Award 2023, as well as the Shape Best In Fitness award for Best Large Home Gym Equipment 2023. Its comprehensive products make guided fitness training more affordable and convenient for users. Its personal training service offering is $149 per month, and Live 1:1 personal training programs are sold separately as an upgrade for $63 per session ($250 for a 4-pack). All Members participating in personal training have access to a VOD video library for free, or it can be purchased separately for $49 per month. Luxury Digital Fitness Health Market IPO is Now Complete: Invest in New, Next Generation Digital Health The company entered the publicly-traded digital fitness sector with an IPO led by Aegis Capital priced at $8.00 a share, offering 1.5 million shares for gross proceeds equalling $12 million. Other companies in the digital fitness sector include Lululemon Athletica Inc. (NASDAQ: LULU), Peloton Interactive Inc. (NASDAQ: PTON), and Xponential Fitness, Inc. (NYSE: XPOF). The company’s premium coaching and hardware products position it in a market with high margins. Luxury fitness memberships (defined as anything over $100/month) account for 32% of total memberships but 70% of revenue. As people have more disposable income, they often reportedly tend to choose to use it on things like health and fitness. The personal training offered makes FORME a premium service, and the company says it generates three times higher annual recurring revenue per customer than comparable competitors. As per the company, the membership mix for FORME means that on average one FORME customer generates the same revenue as three Tonal users and four Peloton customers. One strength of the model FORME touts is offering expert trainers, which is the industry’s first company to do so. A Membership from the Company provides users with live 1:1 training sessions from world-class trainers through FORME’s virtual platform. This can not only provide excellent quality training to members, but it also may help ensure a more stable work environment for its trainers that enables FORME to more than double the utilization capacity for its training staff. This can be contrasted with the comments of one trainer working for luxury fitness company Equinox, who famously compared the unpleasant long hours and low pay conditions at Equinox to “Hunger Games”. Strength training remains a top trend in fitness, and FORME has positioned itself in the strength training market through its newest addition, the FORME Studio Lift connected hardware device. Access to strength training used to put people off because of the burdensome cost and logistical difficulty of getting access to a training environment. FORME seems to have overcome both of these difficulties with its all-in-one, immersive fitness platform. FORME also offers corporate memberships, and it can be an attractive integrated solution for businesses looking to offer employees comprehensive health support. FORME has also established partnerships with sports, telemedicine, and physical therapy companies, and it is expanding its ecosystem as it finds more opportunities for its high-quality fitness services. The IPO could certainly go a long way in helping the company achieve its goals. Want to learn more about what FORME is doing for the digital fitness industry? Visit its website. FORME is a digital fitness platform that combines premium connected fitness hardware products with live virtual personal training and coaching to deliver an immersive experience and better outcomes for both consumers and trainers. FORME delivers an immersive and dynamic at-home fitness experience through two connective hardware products: 1. The FORME Studio (fitness mirror) and 2. The FORME Studio Lift (fitness mirror and cable-based digital resistance). The Studios uniquely transform to host a variety of workouts and activities, returning to an elegant, full-length mirror when not in use. In addition to the Company's connected fitness hardware products, FORME offers expert personal training and health coaching in different formats and price points through Video On-Demand, Custom Training, and Live 1:1 virtual personal training. This post contains sponsored advertising content. This content is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be investing advice. Contact Details TraDigital IR - Adam Holdsworth adam@tradigitalir.com Company Website https://formelife.com/

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