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Anaheim Ducks and Honda Center Select 8×8 Cloud Communications to Transform Employee and Fan Experience

Anaheim Ducks and Honda Center Select 8×8 Cloud Communications to Transform Employee and Fan Experience

CAMPBELL, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–8×8, Inc. (NYSE: EGHT), a leading integrated cloud communications platform provider, today announced that the Anaheim Ducks National Hockey League (NHL) team and Honda Center, one of the premier entertainment and sports venues in the country, have selected 8×8 as their official cloud communications provider. The Ducks are deploying the 8×8 integrated cloud communications and contact center solution to help improve employee, partner, and customer experience.

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The Anaheim Ducks and Honda Center wanted to accelerate digital transformation efforts throughout the organization and recognized its need to move away from its legacy, on-premises communications and contact center systems. Working closely with technology provider Insight Enterprises, the Ducks assessed several cloud providers before selecting 8×8’s integrated cloud voice, team chat, meetings and contact center solution to allow its more than 500 employees, including contact center agents, to enhance fan engagement, while improving efficiency, collaboration and productivity as they work from anywhere.

“Our efforts off the ice, including modernizing the digital workplace, are driven by our goal of delivering the ultimate fan experience. Partnering with 8×8, a leading provider of unified communications and contact center solutions, and moving communications and engagement to the cloud will be a critical component for the success of this strategy,” said Jackie Slope, Vice President, Information Technology at The Anaheim Ducks and Honda Center. “8×8’s integrated cloud communications and contact center solution with industry-leading service reliability, availability and voice quality, deep reporting and analytics, SMS capabilities, and tight integration with Microsoft Dynamics 365 will allow us to enhance customer service and strengthen fan relationships before, during and after each game or event.”

The Ducks will also use 8×8 cloud communications services for post-game press conferences.

“Organizations of all sizes, including professional sports teams like the Anaheim Ducks, have recognized that moving to an integrated cloud communications and contact center solution is a digital transformation accelerator, driving significant business value, optimizing performance and growth,” said Steve Seger, Chief Revenue Officer at 8×8, Inc. “We’re thrilled to provide the Anaheim Ducks and Honda Center with a single platform for communications and customer engagement as we help them transform the employee and fan experience, and support their future growth initiatives.”

8×8 and Gartner Magic Quadrant

Recently, 8×8 was named a Leader in the 2020 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Unified Communications as a Service, Worldwide1. This is the ninth consecutive year 8×8 has been recognized as a Leader in this report. 8×8 was also recognized as a Challenger in the 2020 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Contact Center as a Service2.

[1] Gartner Magic Quadrant for Unified Communications as a Service, Worldwide, Rafael Benitez, Megan Fernandez, Daniel O’Connell, Christopher Trueman, Pankil Sheith, November 12, 2020. This Magic Quadrant report name has changed from 2015 onwards- 2015-2020: Magic Quadrant for Unified Communications as a Service, Worldwide, 2014: Magic Quadrant for Unified Communications as a Service, North America With Additional Regional Presence, 2012-2013: Magic Quadrant for Unified Communications as a Service, North America.

[2] Gartner Magic Quadrant for Contact Center as a Service, Steve Blood, Drew Kraus, Pri Rathnayake, November 9, 2020.

About 8×8, Inc.

8×8, Inc. (NYSE: EGHT) is transforming the future of business communications as a leading Software-as-a-Service provider of voice, video, chat, contact center, and enterprise-class API solutions powered by one global cloud communications platform. 8×8 empowers workforces worldwide to connect individuals and teams so they can collaborate faster and work smarter. Real-time business analytics and intelligence provide businesses unique insights across all interactions and channels so they can delight end-customers and accelerate their business. For additional information, visit www.8×8.com, or follow 8×8 on LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook.

8×8® and 8×8 X Series™ are trademarks of 8×8, Inc.

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Software Services See Huge Demand From Casino and Sportsbook Operators

FN Media Group Presents Microsmallcap.com Market Commentary

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NEW YORK, Jan. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Online betting is seeing explosive growth in the wake of a public health crisis keeping people at home on the weekends, legislative breakthroughs opening up major markets, and the overall shift of the entertainment industry to the digital space. The result is that the gambling industry is increasingly a software industry. The $53.7 billion online betting industry is built on a foundation of software to keep gaming safe and secure, user friendly, easy, and entertaining, and, essentially, to make sure that the house always wins. The online betting industry is expanding at an incredible rate. As more casinos and sportsbooks go online, companies like Bragg Gaming Group (TSXV:BRAG) (OTCQX:BRGGF), Scientific Games Corp (NASDAQ:SGMS), Elys Game Technology Corp (NASDAQ:ELYS), GAN Ltd (NASDAQ:GAN), and International Game Technology PLC (NYSE:IGT) are seeing huge demand from new operators to provide the technical infrastructure to make these services possible.

Bragg Gaming Group Powers the Next Generation of Online Betting Operators

Bragg Gaming Group (TSXV:BRAG) (OTCQX:BRGGF) is one of the industry leaders providing turnkey digital solutions for online casino and sportsbook operators. Through its subsidiary Oryx Gaming International, the company offers a comprehensive suite of services to get operators up and running, including a wide library of games provided through Bragg’s partnerships with international developers, as well as transaction management and more through an omni-channel retail, online, and mobile iGaming platform.

The Oryx iGaming Platform is an all-inclusive Omnichannel suite of services. In addition to one of the largest libraries of online casino games, sportsbook, and lottery products in the industry, Oryx provides operators with cutting-edge marketing and operational services. These include integrated marketing and targeting tools that provide operators with real-time customer data, which can be used to enhance user experience and increase player engagement and retention. Oryx also offers secure infrastructure, and sophisticated anti-fraud and transactional management.

On January 5, Bragg announced its partnership to provide technology solutions to leading Dutch casino operator JVH Gaming & Entertainment Group. The Oryx platform will power JVH’s new online betting hub as the Netherlands opens up to the legal regulated online betting industry later in 2021.

“We’re confident that with Oryx’s experience and the quality of their products, we will be able to offer our customers the best level of service and an unrivalled player experience.” JVH group CEO and chairman Eric Olders said about the partnership. “They have a great team and we look forward to partnering with them as one big team.”

Digital Services Are in High Demand in the Online Betting Industry

Elys Game Technology Corp (NASDAQ:ELYS), formerly known as NEWGIOCO Group, offers its own adaptable online betting platform, as well as data driven Sportsbook Risk Management Services and Adaptive Business Intelligence dashboards. The company announced in October that its technology had received certification from Gaming Labs International, an independent testing laboratory for land-based, lottery, and iGaming systems.

Scientific Games Corp (NASDAQ:SGMS) has been providing casino and lottery infrastructure for more than 85 years, and is now working to modernize legacy systems and make them accessible through online channels. In December, the company announced its new SYMPHONY lottery gaming platform, which will power the Lotto Baden-Württemberg, a network of more than 3,000 licensed retailers in southwest Germany. The new system will allow users to participate through both online and retail channels.

GAN Ltd (NASDAQ:GAN) also provides business-to-business Software-as-a-Service products to the gaming industry through its GameSTACK Internet Gaming Ecosystem platform. In October, the company announced the launch of a simulated internet sports betting experience for a midwestern region retail casino operator client.

International Game Technology PLC (NYSE:IGT) announced in December that the company has launched its proprietary PlayRGS casino management solution and PlayCasino content with Finland-based state lottery operator Veikkaus Oy. Through these systems, International Game Technology will provide Veikkaus Oy with top-performing online games, with the goal of enhancing player engagement.

Online betting is continuing to explode as the industry moves into newly regulated markets and the playerbase rapidly grows. As this happens, there is huge demand for companies like Bragg Gaming Group to provide the software foundations that iGaming is built on.

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Stephen P. Weisz, CEO of Marriott Vacations Worldwide, Honored with Charles Andrews Memorial Hospitality Award for Community Leadership

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ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The Central Florida Hotel & Lodging Association (CFHLA) recently recognized Stephen P. Weisz, chief executive officer of Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: VAC), as the association’s 2020 Charles Andrews Memorial Hospitality Award for Community Leadership recipient. The award was presented at the CFHLA 2020 Members of the Year Awards Ceremony held in Orlando, Fla.

The award is the highest honor bestowed upon an individual by CFHLA and is named after the first CFHLA Board of Directors Chairperson, Charles Andrews, and exemplifies perseverance and dedication to a cause. CFHLA selected Mr. Weisz for his efforts to enhance Central Florida’s hospitality industry and the community as a whole. Past recipients of the award include Walt Disney, former Florida Governor Jeb Bush, Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and Orlando Magic CEO Alex Martins.

“I’m incredibly honored and, quite frankly, very humbled to receive this award and be among the extraordinary list of individuals who have received this recognition,” said Weisz. “I truly appreciate and believe in the CFHLA’s mission of ‘advancing tourism and the community through hospitality.’ Those of us in the hospitality industry understand it’s not just about checking people in and out, it’s about finding a place in the community where we can thrive and grow and give back.”

A graduate of Cornell University with a Bachelor of Science in Hotel Administration, Mr. Weisz joined Marriott International, Inc. in 1972. His 48-year career includes 39 years with Marriott International where he held several key executive management positions. Mr. Weisz served as president of Marriott Vacation Club International from December 1996 until the latter part of 2011 when Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation was established as a separate, public company from Marriott International, Inc. In 2018, Mr. Weisz led the strategic initiative to acquire ILG, Inc.  The combined company has more than 100 resorts and over 660,000 Owners and Members in a diverse portfolio that includes seven vacation ownership brands. It also includes exchange networks and membership programs comprised of nearly 3,200 resorts in over 80 nations and nearly 1.8 million Members, as well as management of approximately 160 other resorts and lodging properties.


About Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation


Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation is a leading global vacation company that offers vacation ownership, exchange, rental and resort and property management, along with related businesses, products and services. The company has a diverse portfolio that includes seven vacation ownership brands. It also includes exchange networks and membership programs, as well as management of other resorts and lodging properties. As a leader and innovator in the vacation industry, the company upholds the highest standards of excellence in serving its customers, investors and associates while maintaining exclusive, long-term relationships with Marriott International and Hyatt Hotels Corporation for the development, sales and marketing of vacation ownership products and services. For more information, please visit www.marriottvacationsworldwide.com.

 

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SG Blocks Announces Expansion of SG Echo Factory

SG Blocks Announces Expansion of SG Echo Factory

10,300 Square Feet added for specialized Steelwork to Meet Growing Demand

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
SG Blocks, Inc. (NASDAQ: SGBX) (“SG Blocks” or the “Company”), a leading designer, innovator and fabricator of container-based structures, announced today that in furtherance of its September 2020 acquisition of ECHO DCL in Durant, Oklahoma, a new 10,300 square foot building extension will be used to greatly increase the Company’s capacity for container modifications, reinforcements, and the construction of light gauge steel purpose-driven modules. This additional square footage is the first step in a multi-phased plan to develop the SG Echo manufacturing campus.

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Rendering of SG Blocks' HOTWORKS Building addition (Photo: Business Wire)

Rendering of SG Blocks’ HOTWORKS Building addition (Photo: Business Wire)

“We are happy to increase our production capacity with our new HOTWORKS™ Building addition. We have found both the talent and work ethic to be very strong at SG Echo and we look forward to our continued partnership as we work to meet growing demand,” said SG Blocks Chairman & CEO Paul Galvin.

The original acquisition of ECHO DCL by SG Blocks in September 2020 allowed SG Blocks to vertically integrate a large portion of costs of goods sold, as well as increase margins and productivity in the crucial areas of design and manufacturing.

With this expansion, SG Blocks intends to further utilize the highly skilled labor force available in Durant, OK to meet the needs of major markets, including military, education, administration facilities, healthcare, government, commercial and residential manufacturing. The expansion is expected to help SG Blocks to further specialize and meet the complex needs of its various clients.

“The new space designed by CSHQA will be built using SG Blocks shipping containers, which really speaks to the sustainable and eco-friendly solutions we stand for,” said Jesse Goldman, Architect Principal with CSHQA.

The new expansion will be designed using SG Blocks’ products, technology and ESR number.

“We anticipate a quick turnaround and plan to be operational at the beginning of the second quarter of 2021,” Galvin stated.

SG Blocks is also exploring the prospect of acquiring up to an additional 19 acres at the facility.

About SG Blocks, Inc.

Founded in 2007, SG Blocks, Inc. is a premier innovator in advancing and promoting the use of code-engineered cargo shipping containers to design and provide safe, durable and environmentally friendly structures. The firm offers a product that exceeds many standard building code requirements, and also supports developers, architects, builders and owners in achieving greener construction, faster execution, and stronger buildings of higher value. Each project starts with GreenSteel™, the structural core and shell of an SG Blocks building, and then customized to client specifications. It has an exclusive ESR number, which was granted by the International Code Council and ensures its ability to meet and exceed all international building codes. Clients have included various retail clients, several branches of the U.S. military, and most recently, advances into the travel and healthcare space with hospitals and airports. For more information, visit www.sgblocks.com.

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Forward-Looking Statements Certain statements in this press release constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the federal securities laws. Words such as “may,” “might,” “will,” “should,” “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “continue,” “predict,” “forecast,” “project,” “plan,” “intend” or similar expressions, or statements regarding intent, belief, or current expectations, are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based upon current estimates and assumptions, and include statements regarding plans to develop SG Echo manufacturing campus, plans to further utilize the highly skilled labor force available in Durant, OK to meet the needs of major markets, the expansion allowing the Company to further specialize and meet the complex needs of its various clients, plans to be operational at the beginning of the second quarter of 2021 and exploring the prospect of acquiring up to an additional 19 acres at the facility. While SG Blocks believes these forward-looking statements are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on any such forward-looking statements, which are based on information available to us on the date of this release. These forward-looking statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties, many of which are difficult to predict that could cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations and assumptions from those set forth or implied by any forward-looking statements. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations include, among others, the Company’s ability to develop a SG Echo manufacturing campus, the Company’s ability to further utilize the labor force available in Durant, OK to meet the needs of major markets, the Company’s ability to further specialize and meet the complex needs of its various clients, the Company’s ability to commence operations at the facility at the beginning of the second of 2021, the Company’s ability to acquire up to an additional 19 acres at the facility, the Company’s ability to deploy its COVID-19 solutions as planned, the Company’s ability to position itself for future profitability, the Company’s ability to maintain compliance with the NASDAQ listing requirements, and the other factors discussed in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2019 and its subsequent filings with the SEC, including subsequent periodic reports on Forms 10-Q and 8-K. The information in this release is provided only as of the date of this release, and we undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statements contained in this release on account of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by law.

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The Joint Chiropractic is the Official Chiropractor of South Florida Athletics

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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Jan. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The Joint Corp. (NASDAQ: JYNT), the nation’s largest provider of chiropractic care through The Joint Chiropractic® network, the University of South Florida (USF) and Vinik Sports Group (VSG) recently signed an agreement naming The Joint as the official chiropractor of South Florida Athletics.

“We are honored to be named the official chiropractor for South Florida Athletics,” said Peter D. Holt, president and CEO of The Joint Corp. “There is a long-standing record regarding the strong relationship between sports training and chiropractic care. The Joint is proud to support South Florida Athletics in continuing to compete at the highest levels of sports performance.”

According to the American Chiropractic Association (ACA), chiropractic is beneficial to professional, amateur and weekend athletes, maximizing athletic performance and preventing and managing injuries. In fact, studies have shown that chiropractic care can be linked to faster injury recovery, injury prevention, improved levels of strength and enhanced sports performance for athletes1. 

“USF Athletics is excited to welcome our newest partner, The Joint Chiropractic, as the official chiropractor of USF Athletics. It is always great to add partners that share our vision for excellence and having a positive impact in our Bay area community and beyond,” said Michael Kelly, Vice President of USF Athletics.

VSG secured the partnership with The Joint Chiropractic on behalf of the University. VSG serves as the parent company for Tampa Bay Lightning and assists companies with facility management, event management, partnership development and ticket sales.

About The Joint Chiropractic
The Joint Corp. revolutionized access to chiropractic care when it introduced its retail healthcare business model in 2010. Today, the company is making quality care convenient and affordable, while eliminating the need for insurance, for millions of patients seeking pain relief and ongoing wellness. With more than 550 locations nationwide and over seven million patient visits annually, The Joint Chiropractic is a key leader in the chiropractic industry. Named on Franchise Times “Top 200+ Franchises” and Entrepreneur’s “Franchise 500®” lists, The Joint Chiropractic is an innovative force, where healthcare meets retail. For more information, visit www.thejoint.com.

Business Structure
The Joint Corp. is a franchisor of clinics and an operator of clinics in certain states. In Arkansas, California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Florida, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Tennessee, Washington, West Virginia and Wyoming, The Joint Corp. and its franchisees provide management services to affiliated professional chiropractic practices.

About University of South (USF) Florida Athletics
USF Athletics sponsors 19 varsity men’s and women’s teams that compete in 11 different sports, 18 at the NCAA Division I level in the American Athletic Conference. The Bulls’ athletic program began in 1965 and is in its 55th season in 2020-21. Nearly 450 student-athletes train and compete in the athletic district located on the east end of the campus in Tampa, Fla. The Bulls have claimed 19 American Athletic Conference team titles since joining the conference in 2013 and own 120 conference titles overall. The Bulls posted a combined annual grade-point average over 3.0 for the fifth straight year in 2019-20 and have posted a program record 11 straight semesters with a combined GPA over 3.0. USF has had nearly 350 student-athletes earn their degree since 2016-17.

About Vinik Sports Group, LLC.
Home to an NHL franchise, a collegiate athletics property, two event venues, a digital media company, retail and ecommerce platforms, Vinik Sports Group (VSG) creates world-class experiences that grow brands, drive revenues and impact the community.

Drawing on the expertise showcased during the transformation of the Tampa Bay Lightning and Amalie Arena under Jeff Vinik, VSG serves clients through its three core divisions – VSG Commercial Sales, VSG Facilities and VSG Live. VSG features a leadership team with decades of experience in the sports and entertainment industries; leaders who focus on each client’s unique needs before developing strategies and delivering successful solutions in the multimedia sales, event management, facility operations, and guest services verticals. VSG maintains a preference for long-term win-win partnerships, but it remains nimble enough to manage individual events and short-term opportunities for its customers.

1 Chiropractic Economics, Top 5 benefits of sports chiropractic care. Chiroeco.com/sports-chiropractic-care/Nov. 25, 2019

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Month-end portfolio data now available for Federated Hermes Premier Municipal Income Fund

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PITTSBURGH, Jan. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Federated Hermes, Inc. today announced that monthly fund composition and performance data for Federated Hermes Premier Municipal Income Fund (NYSE: FMN) as of Dec. 31, 2020, is now available in the Products section of FederatedInvestors.com. To order hard copies of this data or to be placed on a mailing list, call 800-245-0242 x5587538, email [email protected] or write to Federated Hermes, 1001 Liberty Avenue, Floor 23, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. 

Federated Hermes, Inc. is a leading global investment manager with $614.8 billion in assets under management as of Sept. 30, 2020. Guided by our conviction that responsible investing is the best way to create wealth over the long term, our investment solutions span equity, fixed-income, alternative/private markets, multi-asset and liquidity management strategies. Providing world-class active investment management and engagement services to more than 11,000 institutions and intermediaries, our clients include corporations, government entities, insurance companies, foundations and endowments, banks and broker/ dealers. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Federated Hermes’ more than 1,900 employees include those in London, New York, Boston and several other offices worldwide. For more information, visit FederatedHermes.com.

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Infinity Pharmaceuticals to Participate in B. Riley Securities Virtual Oncology Investor Conference

Infinity Pharmaceuticals to Participate in B. Riley Securities Virtual Oncology Investor Conference

CAMBRIDGE, Mass.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Infinity Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: INFI) will participate in a Fireside Chat with Andrew D’Silva of B. Riley Securities on Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at 10:30 am ET.

B. Riley is limiting the live audience to institutional investors, investor relations, and employees of each presenting company. Private investors will not be given access to the live conference, but a replay will be available on the Events and Presentations page of the Infinity Pharmaceuticals website following the conference.

About Infinity and Eganelisib

Infinity is an innovative biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing novel medicines for people with cancer. Infinity is advancing eganelisib, a first-in-class, oral immuno-oncology development candidate that selectively inhibits PI3K-gamma, in multiple clinical studies. MARIO-275 is a global, randomized, placebo-controlled study of eganelisib combined with Opdivo® in I/O naïve urothelial cancer. MARIO-3 is the first eganelisib combination study in front-line advanced cancer patients and is evaluating eganelisib in combination with Tecentriq® and Abraxane® in front-line TNBC and in combination with Tecentriq and Avastin® in front-line RCC. In collaboration with Arcus Biosciences, Infinity is evaluating a checkpoint inhibitor-free, novel combination regimen of eganelisib plus etrumadenant (dual adenosine receptor antagonist) plus Doxil® in advanced TNBC patients. With these studies Infinity is evaluating eganelisib in the anti-PD-1 refractory, I/O-naïve, and front-line and second line settings. For more information on Infinity, please refer to Infinity’s website at www.infi.com.

Opdivo® is a registered trademark of Bristol Myers Squibb.

Tecentriq® is a registered trademark of Genentech, Inc.

Abraxane® is a registered trademark of Abraxis BioScience, LLC.

Avastin® is a registered trademark of Genentech, Inc.

Doxil® is a registered trademark of Baxter Healthcare Corporation.

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MaxLinear, Inc. Announces Conference Call to Review Fourth Quarter 2020 Financial Results

MaxLinear, Inc. Announces Conference Call to Review Fourth Quarter 2020 Financial Results

Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at 1:30 p.m. Pacific Time; 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time

CARLSBAD, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
MaxLinear, Inc. (NYSE: MXL), a leading provider of radio frequency (RF), analog, digital and mixed-signal integrated circuits, announced today that it will release its financial results for the fourth quarter 2020 after the close of market on Wednesday, February 3, 2021. The Company will host a corresponding conference call at 1:30 p.m. Pacific Time, 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time.

Conference Call Details

Date:

February 3, 2021

Time:

1:30 p.m. Pacific Time / 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time

Hosts:

Kishore Seendripu, Ph.D., Chief Executive Officer and

Steve Litchfield, Chief Financial Officer and Chief Corporate Strategy Officer

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US toll free:1-877-407-3109

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About MaxLinear, Inc.

MaxLinear, Inc. (NYSE:MXL) is a leading provider of radio frequency (RF), analog, digital and mixed-signal integrated circuits for access and connectivity, wired and wireless infrastructure, and industrial and multimarket applications. MaxLinear is headquartered in Carlsbad, California. For more information, please visit www.maxlinear.com.

MXL and the MaxLinear logo are trademarks of MaxLinear, Inc. Other trademarks appearing herein are the property of their respective owners.

MaxLinear, Inc. Investor Relations Contact:

Steven Litchfield

Tel: +1 949-333-0080

[email protected]

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Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment Announces $22.5 Million Private Placement

COS COB, Conn., Jan. 15, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, Inc. (Nasdaq: CSSE), one of the largest operators of streaming advertising-supported video-on-demand (AVOD) networks, today announced it has entered into definitive agreements with institutional and accredited investors for the private placement of $22.5 million of Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment’s common stock (the “Private Placement”).

Pursuant to the terms of the Private Placement, Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment has agreed to sell an aggregate total of 1,022,727 shares of common stock (the “Common Shares”) at a price of $22.00 per Common Share.

Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment has also agreed to file a registration statement with the SEC to register the resale of the Common Shares.

Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment expects to close the Private Placement on or about January 20, 2020, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions.

Craig-Hallum Capital Group LLC is acting as exclusive placement agent to Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment.

The securities sold in the Private Placement have not been registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or state securities laws and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) or an applicable exemption from such registration requirements.

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ABOUT CHICKEN SOUP FOR THE SOUL ENTERTAINMENT

Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, Inc. (Nasdaq: CSSE) operates streaming video-on-demand networks (VOD). The company owns Crackle Plus, which owns and operates a variety of ad-supported and subscription-based VOD networks including Crackle, Popcornflix, Popcornflix Kids, Truli, Pivotshare, Españolflix and FrightPix. The company also acquires and distributes video content through its Screen Media subsidiary and produces original long and short-form content through Landmark Studio Group, its Chicken Soup for the Soul Originals division and APlus.com. Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment is a subsidiary of Chicken Soup for the Soul, LLC, which publishes the famous book series and produces super-premium pet food under the Chicken Soup for the Soul brand name.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

This press release includes forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements are statements that are not historical facts. Such forward-looking statements are subject to risks (including those set forth in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2019 and Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the nine-month period ended September 30, 2020) and uncertainties which could cause actual results to differ from the forward-looking statements. The Company expressly disclaims any obligations or undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statements contained herein to reflect any change in the Company’s expectations with respect thereto or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any statement is based. Investors should realize that if our underlying assumptions for the projections contained herein prove inaccurate or that known or unknown risks or uncertainties materialize, actual results could vary materially from our expectations and projections.

INVESTOR RELATIONS
Taylor Krafchik
Ellipsis
[email protected]
(646) 776-0886

MEDIA CONTACT
Kate Barrette
RooneyPartners LLC
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ElectraMeccanica Increases Retail Footprint into Three New Cities and Expands “Drive SOLO” Marketing and Ad Campaign

  • Expands Retail Presence for the Single-Occupant

    SOLO

    EV by Three New Locations in Q1, Bringing the Total Retail Locations to 13 Across Three Western States (AZ, CA, & OR)
  • “SOLO Drive Tour” Invitation-Only Test Drive Events to Hit Five Cities
  • Company Extends robust Out of Home (OOH) Marketing Campaign and Ad Presence Aimed at Educating Consumers About a New Way to Drive Electric

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 15, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ElectraMeccanica Vehicles Corp. (NASDAQ: SOLO) (“ElectraMeccanica” or the “Company”), a designer and manufacturer of electric vehicles including its flagship SOLO EV, is expanding its retail network to three new West Coast locations. Slated to open in March, the new direct-to-consumer retail locations will be located at The Village at Corte Madera, CA, Los Cerritos Center in Orange County, CA and La Encantada in Tucson, AZ, offering shoppers the ability to learn more, explore the vehicle and place reservations onsite. These additions bring ElectraMeccanica’s retail location count to a total of 13 in 10 major markets.

“As we gear up for the first SOLO EVs to hit the road, we will be accelerating our successful, direct-to-consumer ‘Drive SOLO’ retail plan to further engage and inform potential customers,” said ElectraMeccanica CEO Paul Rivera. “We are continuing to enter new markets strategically where interest in and demand for electric vehicles are greatest. Our new and existing retail locations will provide a unique opportunity for potential customers to learn more about driving SOLO.

“Our ‘SOLO Drive Tour’ is currently planned for five cities including Scottsdale, AZ, Cerritos, Walnut Creek, and Corte Madera, CA as well as Portland, OR, in February and March. We look forward to bringing our vehicles to select early reservation holders in these exclusive, invitation-only test drive experiences providing one of the first opportunities to look, see and ‘Drive SOLO.’ We are mindfully planning our demonstrations in accordance with all local COVID-19 protocols to ensure a safe event for all who attend.”

ElectraMeccanica is ramping up its current “Drive SOLO” marketing campaign aimed at educating consumers on a new way to drive efficiently. The campaign, which involves an aggressive rollout in key eco-conscious cities where the SOLO EV has an existing retail presence, will feature almost 300 billboard and digital mall displays along with social content across the company’s Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and Instagram pages. The new creative design, conceptualized internally by ElectraMeccanica with the media buy handled by Accretive Ads, is being extended further into Q1 after demonstrably positive initial results. The campaign illustrates everyday scenarios for driving solo with playful but relevant tag-lines such as “Need HOV Access? Meet Your Plus One” or “Need a Getaway? Meet your #TravelBFF.”

“The ‘Drive SOLO’ campaign truly challenges consumers to rethink their daily driving habits,” added Rivera. “Most vehicle trips are done solo, whether it’s to the grocery store, the gym or on a daily commute. A single-occupancy vehicle like the SOLO makes sense from a standpoint of energy efficiency and space-savings and is the ideal solution for today’s urban transportation challenges. We’re expecting even greater demand as we continue to grow awareness in additional markets.”

ElectraMeccanica currently operates 10 retail locations in the western U.S. region.

The SOLO is a purpose-built, three-wheeled, all-electric solution for the urban environment. Engineered for a single occupant, it offers a unique driving experience for the environmentally conscious consumer. The SOLO has a range of 100 miles and a top speed of 80 mph, making it safe for highways. The SOLO features front and rear crumple zones, side impact protection, roll bar, torque-limiting control, as well as power steering, power brakes, air conditioning and a Bluetooth entertainment system. It blends a modern look with safety features at an accessible price point of $18,500. The SOLO is currently available for pre-orders at https://electrameccanica.com/product/solo-reservation/.

About ElectraMeccanica Vehicles Corp.
ElectraMeccanica Vehicles Corp. (NASDAQ: SOLO) is a Canadian designer and manufacturer of environmentally efficient electric vehicles (EVs). The company’s flagship vehicle is the innovative, purpose-built, single-seat EV called the SOLO. This three-wheeled vehicle will revolutionize the urban driving experience, including commuting, delivery and shared mobility. The SOLO provides a driving experience that is unique, trendy, fun, affordable and environmentally friendly. InterMeccanica, a subsidiary of ElectraMeccanica, has successfully been building high-end specialty cars for 61 years. For more information, please visit www.electrameccanica.com.


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Except for the statements of historical fact contained herein, the information presented in this news release and oral statements made from time to time by representatives of the Company are or may constitute “forward-looking statements” as such term is used in applicable United States and Canadian laws and including, without limitation, within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, for which the Company claims the protection of the safe harbor for forward-looking statements. These statements relate to analyses and other information that are based on forecasts of future results, estimates of amounts not yet determinable and assumptions of management. Any other statements that express or involve discussions with respect to predictions, expectations, beliefs, plans, projections, objectives, assumptions or future events or performance (often, but not always, using words or phrases such as “expects” or “does not expect”, “is expected”, “anticipates” or “does not anticipate”, “plans, “estimates” or “intends”, or stating that certain actions, events or results “may”, “could”, “would”, “might” or “will” be taken, occur or be achieved) are not statements of historical fact and should be viewed as forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which 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 such forward-looking statements. Such risks and other factors include, among others, the availability of capital to fund programs and the resulting dilution caused by the raising of capital through the sale of shares, accidents, labor disputes and other risks of the automotive industry including, without limitation, those associated with the environment, delays in obtaining governmental approvals, permits or financing or in the completion of development or construction activities or claims limitations on insurance coverage. 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 statements, there may be other factors that cause actions, events or results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are based upon reasonable assumptions, it can give no assurance that its expectations will be achieved. Forward-looking information is subject to certain risks, trends and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected. Many of these factors are beyond the Company’s ability to control or predict. Important factors that may cause actual results to differ materially and that could impact the Company and the statements contained in this news release can be found in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company assumes no obligation to update or supplement any forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements contained in this news release and in any document referred to in this news release. This news release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy securities.

Company Contact

Ms. Bal Bhullar, CPA, CGA, CRM
Chief Financial Officer & Director
(604) 428-7656
[email protected]

Public Relations Contact

Sean Mahoney
ElectraMeccanica
(310) 867-0670
[email protected]

Amy Pandya
R&CPMK for ElectraMeccanica
(310) 967-3418
[email protected]

Investor Relations Contact

Gateway Investor Relations
Matt Glover and Tom Colton
(949) 574-3860
[email protected]