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Mental Health at Forefront of Insight Healthcare Series Hosted by Ultimate Medical Academy

Healthcare providers will virtually gather for a training event focused on providing strategies and tactics to engage patients in difficult discussions about health

TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 12, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ultimate Medical Academy (UMA), a Tampa-based non-profit higher education institution with the mission of equipping and empowering students to excel in healthcare careers, will virtually host its second biannual INSIGHT HEALTHCARE SERIES,  a series of training events that bring relevant healthcare topics to the forefront, on November 17 and December 15.

This year’s series focus is mental health, and will be facilitated by licensed psychiatrist Dr. J. Andrew Chacko. The wide range of unexpected, stressful and unprecedented events that have transpired in 2020 have pushed mental health issues into the spotlight. In fact, mental health disorders have reached epidemic proportions, putting primary care and emergency departments on the front line.

Each five-hour session will help healthcare providers use screening tools for depression and substance abuse, select patient treatment plans, and perform brief interventions, in addition to other critical mental health treatment strategies. Attendees who complete the training will be able to receive Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits for completion of the course. This activity is accredited for AMA PRA Category 1 credit(s)TM by Ultimate Medical Academy.  

“One in five adults in the United States experiences some form of mental illness,” said Geordie Hyland, Ultimate Medical Academy’s Executive Vice President. “We’re excited to be able to offer this interactive event to help equip physicians and healthcare team members with strategies and tactics for engaging their patients in difficult discussions about their physical and mental health.”

CME training activities are a critical part of the development and improvement of healthcare practice. Recent survey results from Global Education Group show CME was the number one cause for respondents to make changes to their own medical practice, with 95 percent using the information and practices they learned into their daily activities. Respondents also ranked CME as the most effective method for improving their patient care, above colleagues, peer-reviewed articles and medical science liaison visits.

For more information on the Insight Healthcare Series, visit https://go.ultimatemedical.edu/riskfactors/ or call (813) 496-7737. Click here to register.

 

About Ultimate Medical Academy:

The need for skilled healthcare workers in the United States is critical and continues to grow. Ultimate Medical Academy (UMA) is an accredited, nonprofit educational institution that helps to meet that need by equipping and empowering students to do vital work at the heart of healthcare. In addition to offering diploma and degree programs, UMA works closely with healthcare companies to connect students directly to job opportunities.

Founded in 1994 and based in Tampa, Florida, UMA offers hands-on learning at its main campus in Clearwater, Florida as well as content-rich, interactive programs through its online campus. The institution supports students through every step of their journey with access to academic support, interview and resume coaching, job search assistance, technical support and more.

UMA has more than 63,000 alumni and 14,000 students nationwide. The institution also provides continuing medical education (CME) through ongoing professional development opportunities to more than 30,000 physicians, nurses and other medical professionals throughout the U.S. annually.

UMA is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES, www.ABHES.org) and is also accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME). The continuing medical education programs are individually accredited and are not included within the institution’s grant of accreditation from ABHES. Learn more by visiting www.ultimatemedical.edu.

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Crystal L. Lauderdale
Ultimate Medical Academy
[email protected]

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ERF Wireless, Inc., Subsidiary Zona Resources, Inc., Appoints Kenneth Stoll as Its New President and CEO

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DALLAS, Nov. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — ERF Wireless, Inc. (OTC PINK: ERFB), announced today that its wholly owned private subsidiary, Zona Resources, Inc., has appointed Mr. Kenneth Stoll as its new President and CEO. Mr. Stoll will lead the organization in the development of the company’s assets in the Permian and Delaware Basins.

“We are pleased to welcome Kenneth and look forward to his contributions,” stated Dr. John Barnett, CEO of ERF Wireless, Inc. “He is a highly respected business leader in global financial circles and is well-versed in all aspects of strategic business development. Kenneth has been a top advisor to numerous private equity firms and institutional investors and has an extensive track record of improving profitability and operational efficiency.”

Mr. Stoll brings with him over 20 years of executive experience and has worked for several well-known companies including China National Petroleum Corporation USA, Weatherford International, Nexeo Solutions, LLC, and Service America. Mr. Stoll has worked around the globe, and is highly respected for his integrated project experience, diverse product line understanding, and his business and financial acumen. He is a graduate of the University of Colorado and will be based out of the Company’s headquarters located in Houston, Texas.

About Zona Resources, Inc.

Zona Resources, Inc. focuses on the location, acquisition and potential development of oil and gas properties, as well as other energy related activities which acquires oil and gas assets in the Permian Basin.

About ERF Wireless, Inc.

ERF Wireless, Inc. (www.erfwireless.com) was founded in 2004 as a “Critical Communications Infrastructure” company applying advanced wireless broadband technology and other communications technology to a select suite of enterprise, commercial and retail critical communications needs. ERF has historically offered high-speed wireless broadband products and services to specialized critical communications needs, such as banking, healthcare, education and oil and gas.


Forward Looking Statements:

 

This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve numerous risks and uncertainties. These forward-looking statements generally are identified by the words “believe,” “project,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “intend,” “strategy,” “future,” “opportunity,” “plan,” “may,” “should,” “will,” “would,” “will be,” “will continue,” “will likely result,” and similar expressions. Forward-looking statements are predictions, projections and other statements about future events that are based on current expectations and assumptions and, as a result, are subject to risks and uncertainties.  Actual results, performance or achievements could differ materially from those anticipated in such forward-looking statements as a result of certain factors, including those set forth in the Company’s filings with OTC Markets. 

 

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EVOLUS, INC. CLASS ACTION ALERT: Wolf Haldenstein Adler Freeman & Herz LLP reminds investors that a securities class action lawsuit has been filed in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York on behalf of investors that purchased Evolus, Inc.


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NEW YORK, Nov. 12, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Wolf Haldenstein Adler Freeman & Herz LLP announces that a federal securities class action lawsuit has been filed in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York against Evolus, Inc. (“Evolus” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: EOLS) on behalf of all persons or entities that purchased or otherwise acquired Evolus stock between February 1, 2019 and July 6, 2020, both dates inclusive (the “Class Period”).

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If you have incurred losses in the shares of Evolus, Inc., youmay,nolater thanDecember 15, 2020, request that the Court appoint you lead plaintiff of the proposed class.   Please contact Wolf Haldenstein to learn more about your rights as an investor in the shares of Evolus, Inc.


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On July 6, 2020, the Initial Final Determination was issued by the United States International Trade Commission (“ITC”) in a case brought by Allergan and Medytox against Evolus, asserting that Evolus stole certain trade secrets to develop Jeuveau™. The ITC Judge determined that the Company misappropriated the botulinum toxin strain as well as the manufacturing processes that led to its development and manufacture. As a result, the ITC Judge recommended a ten-year long ban on the Company’s ability to import Jeuveau™ into the United States and a ten-year-long cease and desist order preventing Evolus from selling Jeuveau™ in the United States.

On this news, the Company’s share price declined materially, falling 37% over the course of two trading days, to close at $3.35 on July 8, 2020

Wolf Haldenstein has extensive experience in the prosecution of securities class actions and derivative litigation in state and federal trial and appellate courts across the country. The firm has attorneys in various practice areas; and offices in New York, Chicago and San Diego. The reputation and expertise of this firm in shareholder and other class litigation has been repeatedly recognized by the courts, which have appointed it to major positions in complex securities multi-district and consolidated litigation.

If you wish to discuss this action or have any questions regarding your rights and interests in this case, please immediately contact Wolf Haldenstein by telephone at (800) 575-0735, via e-mail at [email protected], or visit our website at www.whafh.com.

Contact:

Wolf Haldenstein Adler Freeman & Herz LLP
Kevin Cooper, Esq.
Gregory Stone, Director of Case and Financial Analysis
Email: [email protected], [email protected] or [email protected]
Tel: (800) 575-0735 or (212) 545-4774

This press release may be considered Attorney Advertising in some jurisdictions under the applicable law and ethical rules.

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Iovate Health Sciences Announces New Executive Vice President, North American Sales

Larry Daley has held executive sales leadership roles at Merck & Company Inc., Procter & Gamble as well as Campbell’s Soup.

Oakville, Ontario, Nov. 12, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Iovate Health Sciences International Inc./Iovate USA Inc. (“Iovate”) is pleased to announce that Larry Daley has assumed the role of Executive Vice President, North American Sales.  Larry is a seasoned consumer goods sales executive who has held executive sales leadership roles at Merck & Company Inc., Procter & Gamble as well as Campbell’s Soup.  His most recent role was Vice President, Kroger with Campbell’s.  Larry has partnered with all major Tier 1 customers in the Club, Mass, Grocery, Drug, Specialty, E-Commerce, Dollar and Convenience Channels. He will be based in Media, Pennsylvania.

Iovate’s CEO, Tim Toll commented that, “I am confident that Larry’s energy and experience will add strength and value to our Sales Team as well as our Executive Team.  I believe that his focus on people and process combined with his passionate approach to leadership will benefit us immensely. “

“I am thrilled to join the company at such an exciting time”, said Larry Daley.  “Iovate is a consumer driven company with a portfolio of exceptional brands.  I look forward to partnering with the Iovate team and our customers to build winning strategies that drive sustainable growth.”

Larry joined the Iovate executive team on November 6, 2020.

About Iovate Health Sciences International: 

Founded in 1995 and based in Oakville, Canada, Iovate is a dynamic, leading-edge nutrition company that delivers some of the highest quality, most innovative and effective active nutrition and weight management products in the world. With brand innovations like MuscleTech®, Six Star Pro Nutrition®, Purely Inspired®, Hydroxycut®, and Conscious Kitchen™ the company is committed to be the number one active nutrition and weight management lifestyle company in the world and enabling consumers everywhere to live more active lives. Iovate distributes across all major channels of distribution, including food, drug, mass and club, health food stores and online, as well as in more than 140 countries worldwide. Iovate products are available nationwide at GNC®, the Vitamin Shoppe®, Bodybuilding.com®, Walmart®, Target®, Walgreen’s®, Sam’s Club®, Amazon® and other fine retailers.

Jake Duhaime
Iovate Health Sciences International
617-285-8087
[email protected]

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SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Rigrodsky & Long, P.A. Announces Investigation of Liberty Oilfield Services Inc.

WILMINGTON, Del., Nov. 12, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —

Rigrodsky & Long, P.A. announces that it is investigating Liberty Oilfield Services Inc. (“Liberty Oilfield”) (NYSE: LBRT) regarding possible breaches of fiduciary duties and other violations of law related to Liberty Oilfield’s agreement to issue up to 66,326,134 shares of Liberty Oilfield’s Class A common stock pursuant to the terms of a transaction agreement entered into by Liberty Oilfield.

To learn more about this investigation and your rights, visit: https://www.rl-legal.com/cases-liberty-oilfield-services-inc.

You may also contact Seth D. Rigrodsky or Gina M. Serra cost and obligation free at (888) 969-4242 or [email protected].

Rigrodsky & Long, P.A., with offices in Delaware and New York, has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars on behalf of investors and achieved substantial corporate governance reforms in securities fraud and corporate class actions nationwide.

Attorney advertising.  Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

CONTACT:         

Rigrodsky & Long, P.A.
Seth D. Rigrodsky
Gina M. Serra
(888) 969-4242 (Toll Free)
(302) 295-5310
Fax: (302) 654-7530
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Nordstrom offers virtual Santa chats, holiday breakfasts and fun DIY activities for the whole family

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SEATTLE, Nov. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Holiday may look a little different this year, but Nordstrom has re-imagined the season offering festive experiences in-store and online, with Virtual Santa Chats , letters to Santa, Holiday breakfasts and fun DIY activities for the whole family – all designed to prioritize the health and safety of customers and employees. Details are listed below, or visit our Festive Experiences website to learn more and sign up today.

  • Our Special Snowflake: Virtual Santa Chats (reservations available now; appointments begin 11/27 for the U.S. and Canada)

    When we told Santa he wouldn’t be able to take pictures with all the kids in person this year, he said, “But I need to speak to every single one of them! Have them call me.” His words exactly. This year, we’re excited to offer a personalized,  private, virtual 15-minute video call with Santa himself! Tickets are $20 and 100% of the proceeds benefit Operation Warm (which provides new winter coats to kids in need in our communities), as well as Big Brothers Big Sisters of America and Canada.
    • A note for parents: Nordstrom Santas are diverse, with a range of ethnic backgrounds and body types, to reflect the customers that we serve.

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  • Letters to Santa (e-mails to Santa available now; letter drop-offs in-store and curbside begin 11/15 in Canada, and 11/27 in the U.S.)

    This year customers of all ages can engage with Nordstrom Santa on their terms – by sending him an email or writing him a letter and dropping it off in-store or via Curbside Pickup. Santa promises to reply before Christmas! This is your kiddo’s (and yours!) chance to drop hints on the gifts topping their wish list. You can use your own Holiday stationary, or a printable online template from Nordstrom. Learn more here.  
  • The Holiday Breakfast (select U.S. stores and dates on 12/6, 12/12, 12/13 and 12/19, and 12/12 and 12/19 in Canada)

    Holiday mornings are magical at Nordstrom. This year, we’re making them extra warm and fuzzy with a delicious holiday-inspired breakfast in select Nordstrom restaurants, complete with kids’ activities, merry music, and festive décor to get the whole family out of the house and in the Holiday spirit. COVID-19 safety precautions will be in place. Tickets are $25 for adults (age 18+), $15 for kids (ages 3-7), and free for children under 2, with 100% of the proceeds benefiting Operation Warm. Purchase tickets here. 
  • Make Merry at Home with FREE printable activity sheets (available now!)
    It’s the most wonderful time of the year to cozy up at home and make memories. Visit our Festive Experiences website to print out merry activity sheets, send a letter to Santa, or pull the whole family together (furry friends included) for a holiday portrait in a virtual photo booth. Get started here. 

For more information about the Holidays at Nordstrom – including our Make Merry Gift Shops and safe and convenient new services you can’t get anywhere else (like Complimentary Gift Wrap available Curbside!) please see our Holiday press release. 

A NOTE ON SAFETY:

From requiring face coverings for employees and customers to adjusting our store layouts to allow for social distancing, we’re working to create a safe environment for our customers and our employees. See here for more information on how we’re working to keep our stores safe.

CONTACT:   

Anya Kain

Nordstrom PR
[email protected]

ABOUT NORDSTROM:

Nordstrom, Inc. is a leading fashion retailer based in the U.S. Founded in 1901 as a shoe store in Seattle, today Nordstrom operates 356 stores in 40 states, including 100 full-line stores in the United States and Canada; 248 Nordstrom Rack stores; two clearance stores; and six Nordstrom Local service hubs. Additionally, customers are served online through Nordstrom.com, Nordstrom.ca, Nordstromrack.com, HauteLook.com and TrunkClub.com. Nordstrom, Inc.’s common stock is publicly traded on the NYSE under the symbol JWN.

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TCS Deepens Strategic Partnership with Prudential Financial

– Tata Consultancy Services to Establish New Global Delivery Centre in Ireland to Provide Prudential with a Range of Business and Technology Services

– Over 1,500 staff of Pramerica Systems Ireland Ltd., Prudential’s Irish Subsidiary, to Transfer to TCS and Further Expand the Latter’s Global Delivery Capability

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NEWARK, N.J. and DUBLIN and MUMBAI, India, Nov. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) (BSE: 532540, NSE: TCS), a leading global IT services, consulting and business solutions organisation, and Prudential Financial, Inc. (PFI), a financial wellness leader and premier active global investment manager, announced today that they are entering into an agreement that will see TCS acquire the staff and select assets of Pramerica Systems Ireland Ltd. (Pramerica), PFI’s subsidiary based in Letterkenny, Ireland.

The enhanced partnership builds on a long relationship between the two organisations and will see over 1,500 of Pramerica’s staff in Ireland transfer to TCS. As part of TCS’ new Global Delivery Centre in Ireland, they will continue to provide PFI with a range of business, digital and technology services, while also expanding TCS nearshore capabilities to provide the multifunctional, digital services and solutions to other customers in Ireland, the UK, Europe and the US. The transaction is subject to completion of customary regulatory approvals.

“Ireland is uniquely positioned to play a leading role in the digital economy. This key investment deepens our relationship with PFI and gives us a new delivery capability in Ireland with specialized expertise, that significantly strengthens our ability to meet the growth and transformation needs of our customers globally,” said K Krithivasan, President – Banking, Financial Services and Insurance, TCS. “We warmly welcome Pramerica’s employees into the TCS family. We are confident they will avail the immense career growth opportunities that TCS offers, and fully realise their potential.”


Stacey Goodman, Chief Information Officer of PFI, commented, “We are incredibly proud of the organisation our colleagues in Letterkenny have built and evolved over the past two decades and excited for Pramerica’s next chapter together with TCS and in partnership with PFI.  This transaction further expands our relationship with TCS, while advancing PFI’s ongoing transformation process and providing exciting growth opportunities for Pramerica Ireland employees and the Letterkenny region.”

PFI will retain the Pramerica Ireland entity, which will continue to operate from Letterkenny and will focus on providing regional business services, reporting under its global asset manager, PGIM.

TCS has been partnering with the world’s leading banks, financial services, and insurance institutions in their growth and transformation initiatives for over four decades. It offers a comprehensive portfolio of technology-led, domain-focused services, and innovative solutions that empower BFSI institutions manage risks better, respond to market changes quickly, leverage ecosystems, accelerate innovation and deliver superior customer experiences, while ensuring regulatory compliance. Its award-winning TCS BaNCS™ suite of products and platforms that spans the complete financial services value chain, has helped customers across the world launch new products, enhance customer service, strengthen operational resilience, and grow their business.

In the UK, TCS is the largest IT service provider by revenue in the financial services industry, and the #1 provider of third-party policy administration services in the life insurance and pensions industry. It has been ranked by UK customers as #1 in customer satisfaction, in Europe’s largest independent survey of IT service providers. It has been ranked the #1 Top Employer in the UK by the Top Employers Institute for the last three years.

About Tata Consultancy Services Ltd. (TCS)                                                                              

Tata Consultancy Services is an IT services, consulting and business solutions organization that has been partnering with many of the world’s largest businesses in their transformation journeys for over 50 years. TCS offers a consulting-led, cognitive powered, integrated portfolio of business, technology and engineering services and solutions. This is delivered through its unique Location Independent Agile™ delivery model, recognized as a benchmark of excellence in software development.

A part of the Tata group, India’s largest multinational business group, TCS has over 453,000 of the world’s best-trained consultants in 46 countries. The company generated consolidated revenues of US $22 billion in the fiscal year ended March 31, 2020, and is listed on the BSE (formerly Bombay Stock Exchange) and the NSE (National Stock Exchange) in India. TCS’ proactive stance on climate change and award-winning work with communities across the world have earned it a place in leading sustainability indices such as the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI), MSCI Global Sustainability Index and the FTSE4Good Emerging Index. For more information, visit us at www.tcs.com.

For TCS global news, follow @TCS_News.

About Prudential Financial, Inc. (PFI)  

Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU), a financial wellness leader and premier active global investment manager with more than $1.5 trillion in assets under management as of September 30, 2020, has operations in the United States, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Prudential’s diverse and talented employees help to make lives better by creating financial opportunity for more people. Prudential’s iconic Rock symbol has stood for strength, stability, expertise and innovation for more than a century. For more information, please visit news.prudential.com.

PFI Media Contact:

Bill Launder

Email: [email protected] | Phone: +1 973 802 8760

TCS media contacts:

Asia Pacific

Email: [email protected] | Phone: +65 9138 4370

Australia and New Zealand

Email: [email protected] | Phone: +61 422 989 682

Benelux

Email: [email protected] | Phone: +31 615 903387

Canada

Email: [email protected] | Phone: +1 647 790 7602 

Europe

Email: [email protected] | Phone: +46 723 989 188

India

Email: [email protected] | Phone: +91 22 6778 9960 

Middle East & Africa

Email: [email protected] | Phone: +00971567471988

Japan

Email: [email protected] | Phone: +81 80-2115-0989

Latin America

Email: [email protected] | Phone: +569 6170 9013

Nordics

Email: [email protected] | Phone: +46 70 317 80 24

UK

Email: [email protected] | Phone: +44 20 3155 2421

USA

Email: [email protected]  | Phone: +1 203-984-3978

 

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Booking Holdings to Present at the 2020 RBC Capital Markets Technology, Internet, Media and Telecommunications Conference

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NORWALK, Conn., Nov. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG) announced today that Chief Executive Officer Glenn Fogel, and Chief Financial Officer David Goulden will speak at the 2020 RBC Capital Markets Technology, Internet, Media and Telecommunications Conference on Wednesday, November 18, 2020 beginning at 9:35 a.m. ET. A live audio cast of the presentation will be available to the public at http://ir.bookingholdings.com. A replay will be available for 14 days. 

About Booking Holdings

Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG) is the world leader in online travel and related services, provided to customers and partners in over 220 countries and territories through six primary consumer-facing brands – Booking.com, KAYAK, priceline.com, agoda.com, Rentalcars.com and OpenTable. The mission of Booking Holdings is to make it easier for everyone to experience the world. For more information, visit Bookingholdings.com.

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INVESTOR REMINDER: Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP Announces Deadline in Securities Fraud Class Action Lawsuit Filed Against Nikola Corporation

INVESTOR REMINDER: Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP Announces Deadline in Securities Fraud Class Action Lawsuit Filed Against Nikola Corporation

RADNOR, Pa.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
The law firm of Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP reminds Nikola Corporation (NASDAQ: NKLA, NKLAW) (“Nikola”) investors that a securities fraud class action lawsuit has been filed on behalf of those who purchased or otherwise acquired Nikola securities between March 3, 2020 and September 20, 2020, inclusive (the “Class Period”).

REMINDER: Investors who purchased or otherwise acquired Nikola securitiesduring the Class Period may, no later than November 16, 2020, seek to be appointed as a lead plaintiff representative of the class. For additional information or to learn how to participate in this litigation please click https://www.ktmc.com/nikola-corporation-class-action?utm_source=PR&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=nikola.

According to the complaint, Nikola operates as an integrated zero emissions transportation systems provider, which designs and manufactures battery-electric and hydrogen-electric vehicles, electric vehicle drivetrains, vehicle components, energy storage systems, and hydrogen fueling station infrastructure. The merger of VectoIQ and Nikola closed on June 3, 2020.

The Class Period commences on March 3, 2020 when Nikola issued a press release entitled, “Nikola Corporation, a Global Leader in Zero Emissions Transportation Solutions, to Be Listed on NASDAQ Through a Merger with VectoIQ.” In connection with the merger announcement, Nikola released an investor presentation on March 3, 2020, which touted Nikola founder and Executive Chairman Trevor R. Milton’s (“Milton”) experience in the clean energy and technology field and Nikola’s hydrogen production capabilities.

The complaint alleges that, on September 10, 2020, before market hours, Hindenburg Research published a report describing, among other things, how: (i) Nikola claims to design key components in house, but they appear to simply be buying or licensing them from third parties; (ii) Nikola has not produced hydrogen; (iii) a spokesman for Powercell AB, a hydrogen fuel cell technology company that formerly partnered with Nikola, called Nikola’s battery and hydrogen fuel cell claims “hot air”; (iv) Nikola staged a “test” video for its Nikola Two (a prototype truck); (v) some of Nikola’s team, including Milton, are not experts and do not have relevant experience; and (vi) Nikola did not have five Tre trucks completed. Following this news, shares of Nikola fell $10.24, or 24%, over the next two trading days, to close at $32.13 per share on September 11, 2020.

Then, on September 15, 2020, before trading hours, Hindenburg Research published another report, focused on Nikola’s responses and nonresponses to its initial report, entitled “We View Nikola’s Response As a Tacit Admission of Securities Fraud.” Following this news, shares of Nikola fell $2.96, or 8%, to close at $32.83 per share on September 15, 2020.

Finally, on September 20, 2020, Nikola issued a press release entitled “Nikola Board of Directors Announces Leadership Transition: Trevor Milton Steps Down as Executive Chairman; Stephen Girsky Appointed Chairman of the Board.” Following this news, the price of Nikola’s shares fell in pre-market trading on September 21, 2020, further damaging investors.

The complaint alleges that throughout the Class Period, the defendants made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) VectoIQ did not engage in proper due diligence regarding its merger with Nikola; (2) Nikola overstated its “in-house” design, manufacturing, and testing capabilities; (3) Nikola overstated its hydrogen production capabilities; (4) as a result, Nikola overstated its ability to lower the cost of hydrogen fuel; (5) Milton tweeted a misleading “test” video of the Nikola Two truck; (6) the work experience and background of key Nikola employees, including Milton, had been overstated and obfuscated; (7) Nikola did not have five Tre trucks completed; and (8) as a result, the defendants’ public statements were false and/or misleading at all relevant times.

Investors who wish to discuss this securities fraud class action lawsuit and their legal options are encouraged to contact Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP (James Maro, Jr., Esq. or Adrienne Bell, Esq.) at (844) 877-9500 (toll free) or at [email protected].

Nikolainvestors may, no later than November 16, 2020, seek to be appointed as a lead plaintiff representative of the class through Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, or other counsel, or may choose to do nothing and remain an absent class member. A lead plaintiff is a representative party who acts on behalf of all class members in directing the litigation. In order to be appointed as a lead plaintiff, the Court must determine that the class member’s claim is typical of the claims of other class members, and that the class member will adequately represent the class. Your ability to share in any recovery is not affected by the decision of whether or not to serve as a lead plaintiff.

Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check prosecutes class actions in state and federal courts throughout the country involving securities fraud, breaches of fiduciary duties and other violations of state and federal law. Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check is a driving force behind corporate governance reform, and has recovered billions of dollars on behalf of institutional and individual investors from the United States and around the world. The firm represents investors, consumers and whistleblowers (private citizens who report fraudulent practices against the government and share in the recovery of government dollars). The complaint in this action was not filed by Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check. For more information about Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, please visit www.ktmc.com.

Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP

James Maro, Jr., Esq.

Adrienne Bell, Esq.

280 King of Prussia Road

Radnor, PA 19087

(844) 877-9500 (toll free)

(610) 667-7706

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OnX Canada Brings Cisco Webex and BroadWorks Cloud Calling Together for Cutting Edge Hosted UC

OnX Canada Brings Cisco Webex and BroadWorks Cloud Calling Together for Cutting Edge Hosted UC

TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
OnX Canada, a leading provider of business technology and solutions, is pleased to introduce a powerful new Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS) offering powered by a combination of Cisco BroadWorks and Cisco Webex. These two proven communication platforms are being brought together to deliver a next-generation collaboration experience for traditional and remote workplaces alike.

This new combination allows OnX to provide its UCaaS clients with a fully integrated infrastructure of hosted VoIP, video endpoints, unified applications, video conferencing, and work stream collaboration. This upgrade to an already well established and reliable platform like Hosted UC only further strengths OnX’s position in the market to continue delivering the latest in unified communications, SD-WAN, contact center, and cloud networking solutions.

“This partnership is a step forward in our long-term goal of delivering greater convenience and performance to our small and mid-size business clients. We’re excited to be benefiting from Cisco’s considerable expertise in this new UCaaS offering,” said Tony King, OnX Chief Solution Architect.“We’re hoping that our clients will experience a truly modernized and comprehensive collaboration toolkit that enables greater productivity and flexibility.”

For an organization’s users, the combination means always-on access, on any network, with any device, from anywhere, through a single app. OnX UCaaS gives users the security they need while working remotely with all the calling and collaboration features they’re used to having in their corporate offices. At the click of a button on the Webex app, users can make and receive calls, instant message, set up audio conferences, host and attend video meetings, share screens and files, and integrate apps they use to build relationships and speed projects forward.

“Bundling together such a strong variety of communications and collaboration capabilities into one convenient package is truly revolutionary for our clientele,” said Paul Khawaja, President of OnX Canada. “This development will allow for organizations of any size to support and integrate robust and effective remote work policies. With these technologies at their disposal, they’ll also be able to rest assured that they networks will remain both agile and secure.”

With fully integrated unified collaboration solutions like UCaaS, IT teams can offload security and day-to-day management across their organization’s voice, networking, communications, contact center, and collaboration environment. Along with 24/7/365 support and first call resolution delivered by our Enterprise Network Operations, OnX UCaaS gives IT personnel the ability to support team members worldwide and provide the services and apps they need to be successful through a single provider. And with its advanced analytics, reporting, and artificial intelligence capabilities, OnX UCaaS allows IT to deliver the real-time and historical data necessary for management and executive teams to identify trends and make informed decisions faster.

Learn how OnX UCaaS can take your organization to the next level.

About OnX Canada

For more than three decades, OnX Canada has partnered with Canadian businesses, healthcare organizations, and government agencies to provide the IT solutions to achieve their business goals. We deliver tailored cloud, communications, infrastructure, and consulting solutions that unlock innovation, drive efficiency, and accelerate growth. Our expert IT professionals focus on your business opportunities as they assess, design, build, and manage solutions that meet your strategic objectives. With a wide variety of certifications and decades of experience across many technologies and industries, the OnX team can help solve even the most complex challenges. For more information, visit OnX.com.

Roger Hamshaw

Director of Marketing

416.312.6244

E-mail: [email protected]

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