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Dishing Out the Latest Food, Beverage & Restaurant Trends Taking Over the Culinary World

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Whether you're exploring new dining options or sticking to your tried-and-true local favorites, get ready to learn more about the hottest trends and latest innovations that are shaping your dining experience. Restaurant industry experts Christine Johnson and Caitlin Rodgers conducted a satellite media tour live from Chicago at this year’s National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show® to share a behind-the-scenes look at the newest food trends and most innovative culinary products that are making waves in the industry and enhancing your dining experience. A video accompanying this announcement is available at: https://youtu.be/hqw7Sw_neFQ The National Restaurant Association Show welcomed nearly 55,000 foodservice professionals to Chicago’s McCormick Place for the world’s most influential showcase of foodservice innovation and inspiration. From May 20-23, the Show brought together more buyers, suppliers and manufacturers than any other industry event to explore and celebrate everything that’s happening in the industry—from the latest equipment, technology, and trends in food and beverage to creative solutions for today’s challenges from industry thought leaders. “Each year, the National Restaurant Association Show becomes the epicenter of the foodservice world, attracting the brightest minds and boldest ideas," said Tom Cindric, President of Winsight Exhibitions. Serving as the ultimate sourcing destination for restaurant and hospitality buyers, the National Restaurant Association Show provided unparalleled opportunities to explore the latest trends and establish invaluable business relationships. With more than 11 football fields (661,000+ sq. ft.) worth of exhibit space, the Show floor serves as the ultimate sourcing destination for restaurant and hospitality buyers looking for cutting-edge products across 900+ categories, including food and beverage, equipment, technology, tableware, sanitation and more. This year, the Show featured more than 2,100 manufacturers and suppliers as they showcase their products and services at the 2023 event. Of those companies, over 800 made their Show debut—a 61% increase over 2022’s first-time exhibitor total—and over 1,300 returned. Plans are already underway for the highly anticipated 2024 event, which is set to take place from May 18-21. Connect with the Show on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn for event updates. For more information about the Show, visit nationalrestaurantshow.com. The National Restaurant Association Show is owned and operated by Winsight LLC in equity partnership with the National Restaurant Association. About Winsight LLC Winsight LLC is a business-to-business information, event and market intelligence company serving the restaurant and noncommercial foodservice, convenience and petroleum retailing and grocery industries. Winsight provides research and analytics, branding solutions, face-to-face opportunities, lead generation initiatives, and content marketing services through products including subscription data products, reports, research tools, research programs, fully custom studies, conferences, custom marketing services, meetings, print, digital trade media and tradeshows, including the National Restaurant Association Show. Contact Details YourUpdateTV +1 212-736-2727 yourupdatetv@gmail.com

June 13, 2023 09:30 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Grit Capital and DealMaker Form Strategic Partnership to Democratize Investment Opportunities

DealMaker

DealMaker, a market leader in online capital raising, is pleased to announce its strategic partnership with GRIT Capital (“GRIT”), a disruptive financial media platform. GRIT Capital has a network of over 1.2 million investors, and combines communities, content, and creators on its journey to becoming the world’s fastest growing investor network - it’s a platform built by investors for investors to connect, learn, and access investment insights and opportunities. DealMaker, with a track record of over 770 offerings and $1.84 billion USD in processed payments, has made a significant impact in the North American capital markets. This strategic partnership is set to leverage GRIT’s substantial media network and DealMaker's innovative technology and expertise in digital capital formation to improve access to investment opportunities and drive forward the capital markets. In a move set to redefine the space, GRIT and DealMaker have entered a strategic partnership that promises immense opportunities for both. DealMaker Reach’s issuers raising capital on its tech, will gain access to GRIT's vast network of millions of investors all over North America and beyond. Meanwhile, GRIT will show best-in-class investment opportunities to its audience as DealMaker Reach will run targeted media buys. This alliance is more than mutually beneficial—it also cultivates a reservoir of industry knowledge. Aggregate data will offer significant insights, allowing both companies to refine their strategies and enhance future initiatives. Together, GRIT and DealMaker are setting the stage for a new era in online capital raising, and bringing ‘big data’ to the forefront of retail investing. "I'm thrilled about our partnership with DealMaker, it heralds a new era in capital raising. The JOBS Act has transformed investment, allowing companies to raise up to $75 million online from a diverse range of investors. This democratization has unlocked opportunities once exclusive to the top 1%. Now, anyone with an iPhone can invest in the next big thing like Uber. This partnership with DealMaker transcends mere capital—it's about empowering everyone to invest, enjoy the rewards, and actively shape the future of innovation,” says Genevieve Roch-Decter, CEO and Founder of GRIT Capital. The strategic partnership supports thought leadership in the space as well, as both Rebecca and Genevieve have deep capital markets industry knowledge, and offer a unique ‘outside of the box’ viewpoint on trends and what’s next in the space. This partnership provides DealMaker with an exclusive opportunity to acquire up to 10% of GRIT's common shares at a 10% discount to the price of the next upcoming financing round. This presents a unique investment opportunity, further solidifying the strategic alliance between the two companies. “We are really excited for our partners and issuers,” says Rebecca Kacaba, CEO and Co-Founder of DealMaker. “To have a rapidly expanding strategic media partner with a growing audience of 1.2 million engaged subscribers is a powerful tool in our toolbelt. GRIT’s growth trajectory and dynamic brand are a great fit for our partners and issuers alike.” About DealMaker DealMaker is on a mission to create the most sophisticated capital markets tools on the planet, empowering capital to flow faster. It offers a suite of primary issuance, shareholder management, and capital raising solutions that includes equity crowdfunding, investor ranking algorithms, and data/analytical tools to support all capital raise types and all securities. Its innovative technology was designed to enable organizations to own and control exempt market raises to get the money they need, faster. DealMaker works for their issuers: putting brands and founders back in control to run streamlined, successful capital raises. Its mission is to turn the process of raising capital into simple eCommerce. The company’s offices are located in Toronto, Austin, Texas and Tampa, Florida. Visit DealMaker.tech for more information. About GRIT Capital GRIT Capital Corporation is a financial media platform democratizing investment knowledge built by former +$100MM money manager Genevieve Roch-Decter. GRIT's mission is to democratize Wall Street insights held by the 1% and make them available to the other 99%. GRIT offers its subscribers detailed analysis on the stock market, with an attitude. Stripping away jargon and fluff - GRIT has a no-nonsense approach that its readers unapologetically love. Through special personalities, unique expertise and an incessant drive to deliver ROI, GRIT is building the next global media powerhouse. Ranked the #1 Free Finance newsletter on Substack, the platform has over +1.2 million investors in their network. Please visit GRIT Capital for more information. Contact Details DealMaker Natasha Jose natasha.jose@dealmaker.tech GRIT Capital Media inquires info@gritcap.io Company Website https://www.dealmaker.tech/

June 13, 2023 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Cint Partners with Publishers Clearing House for Respondent Supply

Cint

Cint (STO:CINT), a global technology leader in digital insights gathering, announces its partnership with direct-to-consumer, digital entertainment company Publishers Clearing House (PCH), representing a major innovation in the area of respondent panels and data supply. The partnership, which originated with research technology firm Lucid prior to Cint’s acquisition of Lucid, comes at a time when the value of customer data is rapidly evolving; companies across many different industries are reimagining the relationship they have with their communities. “At Publishers Clearing House, we’re all about fostering community,” said Smriti Sharma, Head of Consumer Insights at Publishers Clearing House. “And within that community, we knew there was more that we could be doing to effectively leverage the strong relationship we have with consumers. Traditional sweepstakes is our business and at the heart of that is a loyal community that we’ve grown over the years. Our work with Cint has allowed us to explore what other value we could provide to our community and how we could give our community a bigger voice in our society through their participation in surveys.” As a result of the partnership, Publishers Clearing House began to realize that its community of 40 million plus was interested in responding to surveys and offering their opinions to a company with whom they have had a longstanding relationship. Over the past two years, PCH has provided quality users and has continuously beat industry standards for survey response quality across metrics like negative reconciliations and engagement. In fact, PCH has displayed three times more engagement than the industry average. All this demonstrates the loyalty and strength of the PCH community and the quality of the consented data their community is providing researchers. The partnership with Publishers Clearing House sparked impressive categorical growth for Cint data supplier partnerships across market verticals in 2022, including mobile gaming. “We’re at a unique inflection point in the market research industry where the importance and value of the consumer’s voice is evolving at an unprecedented rate,” said Matt Hynes, Executive Vice President Global Supply at Cint. “Consumers are becoming more comfortable with consenting to share their insights, so long as they trust the organization with whom they share it. Now—as companies that curate communities face these changes —it is important to encourage them to think differently about the value and data within their communities. One goal at Cint is to encourage companies to think outside the norm, leverage data to unlock new opportunities, and provide a place where the opinions of their community members are heard.” About Cint Cint is a global provider of research technology. Our platform enables brands, researchers, academics, or anyone with a question, to connect with a global network of over 290 million high-quality and engaged respondents. Panel providers, mobile gaming apps, loyalty associations, or anyone with an online community, partner with Cint to monetise their userbase through surveys that complement the user experience. Utilizing the global reach and survey-based approach of our platform, Cint’s media measurement solutions help advertisers, publishers and media agencies measure the impact of cross-platform ad campaigns. Cint Group AB (publ), listed on Nasdaq Stockholm (STO: CINT), has a global workforce throughout EMEA, North America and APAC, including offices in Stockholm, London, New York, New Orleans, Singapore and Sydney. Find more at www.cint.com. Contact Details Kite Hill PR Kerriann Becker kerriann@kitehillpr.com

June 13, 2023 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

Foresight Signs MOU with South Korean Tier One Supplier KONEC for Cooperation in ADAS and Autonomous Driving Solutions

Foresight Autonomous Holdings Ltd.

Foresight Autonomous Holdings Ltd. (Nasdaq and TASE: FRSX) (“Foresight” or the “Company”), an innovator in automotive vision systems, announced today its entry into the growing South Korean automotive market by signing a memorandum of understanding (MOU) for cooperation with KONEC Co. Ltd. (“KONEC”), a leading Tier One automotive supplier. The two companies signed the MOU in order to collaborate on developing advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous driving solutions, expanding KONEC’s product offering to global customers including Hyundai, Tesla and Magna. The collaboration was facilitated by KIM Venturous. Additionally, Foresight showcased its 3D perception solutions at NextRise 2023, Seoul, the largest startup fair in South Korea. Foresight was part of the Israel-South Korea delegation, led by the Israeli Minister of Foreign Affairs and the South Korean Minister of Trade, Industry and Energy, respectively. The Company's cutting-edge solutions generated great interest from South Korean companies who were part of the delegation. "I was impressed with Foresight's multi-spectral vision software solutions introduced for autonomous driving and accident prevention technology," said Kwang Pyo Lee, vice president of KONEC. "As the automotive paradigm shifts, mobility is becoming defined by software-driven electronic devices. Cooperation with Foresight represents a collaboration between Korean hardware technology and Israeli software technology, and we are looking forward to creating value for the future of mobility," Mr. Lee concluded. "We are thrilled by the positive response our technology received in South Korea," said Haim Siboni, CEO of Foresight. "Cooperating with KONEC and entering the South Korean automotive market are significant milestones for Foresight, and we look forward to establishing long-lasting partnerships and contributing to the advancement of automotive vision systems in South Korea." About KONEC KONEC is a technology company that manufactures automobile parts for eco-friendly vehicles using a high-pressure die-casting process. KONEC has established a batch production system for lightweight metal raw materials, molds, castings, processing, and assembly through cooperation among its group affiliates. Major customers include Tesla, Hyundai Motor, and Kia. In addition to the existing business scope of lightweight metal body, chassis, and body parts, KONEC is venturing into new industries in line with the electrification of mobility and software advancements. KONEC has entered the field of information processing technology using cameras, such as developing a license plate recognition system through collaboration with companies that have commercialized semiconductor SoCs and modules for IoT wireless communication. Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the "safe harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and other Federal securities laws. Words such as "expects," "anticipates," "intends," "plans," "believes," "seeks," "estimates" and similar expressions or variations of such words are intended to identify forward-looking statements. For example, Foresight is using forward-looking statements in this press release when it discusses its collaboration with KONEC, including the development of ADAS and autonomous driving solutions, the potential advantages and benefits of its software solutions, creating value for future mobility, and its intention to establish long-lasting partnerships and contribute to the advancement of automotive vision systems in South Korea. Because such statements deal with future events and are based on Foresight’s current expectations, they are subject to various risks and uncertainties, and actual results, performance or achievements of Foresight could differ materially from those described in or implied by the statements in this press release. The forward-looking statements contained or implied in this press release are subject to other risks and uncertainties, including those discussed under the heading "Risk Factors" in Foresight's annual report on Form 20-F filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") on March 30, 2023, and in any subsequent filings with the SEC. Except as otherwise required by law, Foresight undertakes no obligation to publicly release any revisions to these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. References and links to websites have been provided as a convenience, and the information contained on such websites is not incorporated by reference into this press release. Foresight is not responsible for the contents of third-party websites. About Foresight Foresight Autonomous Holdings Ltd. (Nasdaq and TASE: FRSX) is a technology company developing smart multi-spectral vision software solutions and cellular-based applications. Through the Company’s wholly owned subsidiaries, Foresight Automotive Ltd., Foresight Changzhou Automotive Ltd. and Eye-Net Mobile Ltd., Foresight develops both “in-line-of-sight” vision systems and “beyond-line-of-sight” accident-prevention solutions. Foresight’s vision solutions include modules of automatic calibration and dense three-dimensional (3D) point cloud that can be applied to different markets such as automotive, defense, autonomous vehicles and heavy industrial equipment. Eye-Net Mobile’s cellular-based solution suite provides real-time pre-collision alerts to enhance road safety and situational awareness for all road users in the urban mobility environment by incorporating cutting-edge AI technology and advanced analytics. For more information about Foresight and its wholly owned subsidiary, Foresight Automotive, visit www.foresightauto.com, follow @ForesightAuto1 on Twitter, or join Foresight Automotive on LinkedIn. Contact Details Investor Relations Contact: Miri Segal-Scharia, CEO, MS-IR LLC +1 917-607-8654 msegal@ms-ir.com Company Website https://www.foresightauto.com/

June 13, 2023 08:10 AM Eastern Daylight Time

A Whole New Way of Experiencing the Roland-Garros 2023: Capture Every Epic Moment with OPPO Find N2 Flip

OPPO

SHENZHEN, CHINA - Media OutReach - 13 June 2023 - As a leading player in smartphone imaging, OPPO is constantly innovating to provide new ways for global sports fans to engage with and experience major events like Roland-Garros 2023. With cutting-edge imaging capabilities, this year, OPPO is poised to bring the event closer to fans worldwide than ever before. The company's "Inspiration Ahead" brand proposition is at the heart of its commitment to enhancing the user experience. Delivering a one-of-a-kind blend of advanced mobile photography features, OPPO Find N2 Flip is ready to captivate the hearts and minds of sports fans everywhere. Capturing the Thrills of the Prestigious Sport with OPPO Find N2 Flip Imagine standing on the clay court with the OPPO Find N2 Flip as your visual companion, absorbing the fantastic atmosphere as the world's greatest tennis players battle it out. Embarking on a Visual Journey with OPPO Find N2 Flip As you immerse yourself in the Roland-Garros experience, you can rely on the OPPO Find N2 Flip to keep up with all the action throughout the day with a powerful 4300mAh battery and cutting-edge battery technology. And when it's time to recharge between games, OPPO's superior expertise in fast charging comes into play. With 44W SUPERVOOC charging, you can go from nearly empty to 50% in just 23 minutes and get a full charge in one hour, making OPPO Find N2 Flip the fastest-charging flip phone available. As you settle into your seat, the foldable OPPO Find N2 Flip is ready to capture every breath-taking moment with its cutting-edge camera capabilities. Inspired by Hasselblad, OPPO Find N2 Flip creates an immersive experience, emulating its iconic legacy in photography. Its Hasselblad-inspired colour technology and interactive design elevate every frame to a visual masterpiece. Whether it's the ever-changing lighting conditions or the intensity of the action on the court, the 50MP main camera with IMX890 sensor effortlessly captures each shot, ensuring that every remarkable moment is forever immortalized. And when it's time to capture your own remarkable moments, OPPO's unique beauty algorithm enhances your selfies, providing natural and ultra-clear portraits. With OPPO Find N2 Flip as your trusted companion, the mesmerizing journey of Roland-Garros becomes more than just a memory. It's an immersive experience captured with precision and finesse, allowing you to revisit the unparalleled moments of triumph and celebration long after the last ball has been struck. Unleashing the Power of OPPO Find N2 Flip at Roland-Garros It's not just about the professional athletes - OPPO Find N2 Flip puts you in the spotlight too. With a simple gesture, you can transform the powerful rear camera into the ultimate selfie machine, even when the phone is fully folded. The Dual Screen Preview allows your subjects to have a glimpse of themselves on the cover screen, making capturing perfect portraits or group shots easier than ever. Additionally, the FlexForm Mode lets you capture yourself in different poses and perspectives, freeing your creativity and capturing the essence of your own experience. Unleash Your Creativity with FlexForm Mode As the match unfolds before your eyes, OPPO Find N2 Flip invites you to become a storyteller. Hold it like an old-school camcorder, relishing the stability it provides as you record every serve and smash in stunning 4K clarity. The nostalgia-infused Camcorder Capture feature adds a touch of retro charm to your footage, letting you create stories you'd want to share with fellow tennis enthusiasts. And when time seems to fly on the tennis court, OPPO Find N2 Flip's Time-lapse function comes to your aid. Condense the energy of an entire match into a captivating video, showcasing the exhilarating highlights and allowing you to relive the thrill in just a matter of minutes. Camcorder Capture with OPPO Find N2 Flip OPPO Find N2 Flip redefines visual excellence at the iconic Roland-Garros stage, capturing the charm of the game and the excitement in the air. It's time to seize the extraordinary with OPPO and relish each frame as you craft your own story in the captivating world of tennis. OPPO continues to raise the bar for mobile photography, offering users state-of-the-art smartphones that stand ready to capture stunning footage of the tournament. By sharing the vibrant energy of the game and providing access to ground-breaking technology, OPPO remains committed to ongoing innovation, taking the smartphone user experience to new levels of engagement and thrill. Contact Details OPPO Media Contact press@oppo.com

June 12, 2023 09:01 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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XLRE Opens the Real Estate Door for Investors

Select Sector SPDR

A decision was made in 2015 by S&P and MSCI to split the GICS (Global Industry Classification Standard) financial sector into two new sectors: financials and real estate. The creation of a new sector, of course, spurred new real estate exchange-traded funds such as the Real Estate Select Sector SPDR (XLRE). Due to this update, the sibling fund, Financials Select Sector SPDR Fund XLF, spun off its real estate exposure to this fund, so the overlap in holdings is greatly reduced. XLRE represents the new real estate sector, although mortgage REITs remain in the financial sector. Like the rest of the Sector SPDR ETF suite, XLRE holds a concentrated portfolio of mostly large caps. The index is rebalanced quarterly to meet asset diversification requirements. XLRE tracks a market-cap-weighted index of REITs and real estate stocks, excluding mortgage REITs, from the S&P 500. The ETF has $4.3 billion in assets under management and an investor-friendly expense ratio of 0.10%*. Looking Under XLRE’s Hood** The fund has 30 holdings. Prologis is the top holding at 13.60%. This real estate investment trust is the largest industrial real estate company in the world, operating in 19 countries across North America. The industrial holdings of Prologis are dominant properties in their respective markets. Coming in second in terms of holdings is American Tower, at 10.16%. This REIT is an owner and operator of wireless and broadcast communications infrastructure in several countries worldwide. Also included in the top five holdings is Equinix (8.16%), which is an American multinational company that specializes in Internet connection and data centers. The fourth-largest holding is Crown Castle (5.80%), which is a real estate investment trust and provider of shared communications infrastructure in the United States. The company’s network includes cellphone towers, fiber supporting small cells, and fiber solutions. It has 100 offices nationwide. Public Storage is the fifth-largest holding at 5.30% and it is also run as a REIT. It is the largest brand of self-storage services in the U.S. There are more than 2,200 Public Storage self-storage locations in the U.S., Canada, and Europe. It also owns 42% of an office parks subsidiary, sells packing supplies, and provides other services. Easy, Cheap, and Diverse Access Together, XLRE’s top holdings represent more than 40% of the fund, using a mix of different real estate classes. XLRE offers investors a diverse real estate portfolio covering the leading REITs in the U.S. REITs attempt to deliver attractive total returns to investors by combining dividend yield and the potential for capital gains. Having this ability to easily tap into these different real estate asset classes at a reasonable cost is what the XLRE exchange-traded fund offers advisors and investors. DISCLAIMER: This is a work of research and should not be taken as investment or financial advice. Therefore, Select Sector SPDRs or the publisher is not liable for any decision made based on the publication. About the Company: Select Sector SPDR ETFs offer flexibility and customization opportunities. Many investors have similar outlooks, but no two are exactly alike. Select Sector SPDR ETFs let investors select the sectors that best meet their investment goals. *Ordinary brokerage fees apply **Holdings, Weightings & Assets as of 5/31/23 subject to change DISCLOSURES The S&P 500 Index is an unmanaged index of 500 common stocks that is generally considered representative of the U.S. stock market. The index is heavily weighted toward stocks with large market capitalizations and represents approximately two-thirds of the total market value of all domestic common stocks. The S&P 500 Index figures do not reflect any fees, expenses or taxes. An investor should consider investment objectives, risks, fees and expenses before investing. One may not invest directly in an index. Transparent ETFs provide daily disclosure of portfolio holdings and weightings All ETFs are subject to risk, including loss of principal. Sector ETF products are also subject to sector risk and non-diversification risk, which generally will result in greater price fluctuations than the overall market. Diversification does not eliminate risk. An investor should consider investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses carefully before investing. To obtain a prospectus, which contains this and other information, call 1-866-SECTOR-ETF (732-8673) or visit www.sectorspdrs.com. Read the prospectus carefully before investing. ALPS Portfolio Solutions Distributor, Inc., a registered broker-dealer, is distributor for the Select Sector SPDR Trust. Media Contact: Company: Select Sector SPDRs Contact: Dan Dolan* Address: 1290 Broadway, Suite 1000, Denver, CO 80203 Country: United States Email: dan.dolan@sectorspdrs.com Website: https://www.sectorspdrs.com/ *Dan Dolan is a Registered Representative of ALPS Portfolio Solutions Distributor, Inc. ALPS Portfolio Solutions Distributor, Inc., a registered broker-dealer, is the distributor for the Select Sector SPDR Trust. SEL006640 EXP 8/31/23 Contact Details Dan Dolan dan.dolan@sectorspdrs.com Company Website https://www.sectorspdrs.com/

June 12, 2023 03:15 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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BullFrog AI revolutionizing precision medicine through artificial intelligence on bfLEAP platform

BullFrog AI

BullFrog AI CEO Vin Singh joins Natalie Stoberman from the Proactive newsroom to share how the company is using artificial intelligence (AI) for drug development through a renewed collaboration with Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory. Singh says BullFrog AI aims to reduce the time, costs, and risks associated with drug development by leveraging their bfLEAP proprietary AI platform. Singh explains the platform can identify new drug targets, provide insights, and help stratify patients for clinical trials in order increase the chances of success. Contact Details Proactive Investors +1 347-449-0879 na-editorial@proactiveinvestors.com

June 12, 2023 01:51 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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Minuteman Press in Nashville, TN Completes Exterior Full-Wrap Rebranding of the Iconic Grand Ole Opry House Music Venue

Minuteman Press International Inc

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Grand Ole Opry House, owned by Ryman Hospitality Partners, is one of the most legendary music venues in the USA. Thanks to Minuteman Press franchise owner John Taylor and his team at Minuteman Press in Nashville, the face of the Grand Ole Opry House now looks as good on the outside as the music sounds on the inside. What started out as a sales call and business cards order ten years ago has evolved into a trusted branding partnership between Minuteman Press in Nashville and Ryman Hospitality, and the result of that partnership includes incredible projects like this one – the full-wrap exterior rebranding of the Grand Ole Opry House. Minuteman Press in Nashville is located at 415 Spence Lane, Nashville, TN 37210. John Taylor has owned the business since January of 2014 and is a member of the President’s Club for top performers across the Minuteman Press franchise system. John shares key details on working to complete this huge project on such an iconic venue. How did the project with the Grand Ole Opry come about? John Taylor: “We acquired them as a client about ten years ago. It originated with a sales call at the original The Ryman Auditorium, in downtown Nashville. The first order was a few sets of business cards. Their parent company is Ryman Hospitality. Working inward through the marketing department at Ryman Hospitality, a relationship developed. They have a lot of printers, but we stayed in touch, cross-selling where possible. Ultimately, we set them up on an online portal ordering system for their printed collateral and admin items for their various brands. We make it a habit to deliver all prospects our "Portfolio Thumb-drive". It is branded Minuteman Press and goes to them pre-loaded with our most impressive projects in categorized folders. That led to us becoming one of their trusted branding partners, I would like to say their preferred branding partner. We've done projects from Nashville to New York City for them as they open new venues.” What specifically did you do for this project? John Taylor: “We have done multiple projects at the Grand Ole Opry House. Regarding this project: It is an extraordinary surface, in that it is stamped concrete. It is made to look like a ‘rough-cut cedar’ wooden surface, with deep woodgrain and over a half-inch depth difference between the faux planks. There are two installation processes in this type of project. One is to install and register the panels together (58" wide panels). The second process is to heat and press the vinyl into the grain and contours with a heat gun/torch and foam hand roller, roughly 4" at a time. We measured, scaled and templated the whole project. We printed the vinyl on an HP 360 Latex printer, then laminated the vinyl on a GBC roll laminator (3M IJ-480 Vinyl with 3M 8520 Matte Overlaminate). We used our 55' boom truck and a rented 45' boom lift to install. The first team and truck would hang and register the vinyl. The second lift would have a heat gun, a torch, and roller to get into the grain, and a single installer with very tired arms. We blocked off an area to work every morning so tours could still safely operate every 30-60 minutes. We installed in close coordination with the security team every day and evening to avoid periodic live shows in the evenings altogether." What was the timetable / what did it take to complete the project? John Taylor: “The exterior, as all large branding projects do, began with an intense set of measurements and a write-up of all inclusions and challenges with the surface(s). We then created an Illustrator template for their art department, advising best practices and highlighting any areas to which they should pay special attention during design. The timetable was roughly 7 weeks, synopsized below: We surveyed the first week and provided them a template for artwork technicals and construction. It took them 2-3 weeks to develop art, get the individual artists' approvals, and the necessary internal management approvals. We removed the old banners and aluminum hardware, as well as prepped/cleaned the building during that period. I asked for 7-10 days to produce the vinyl. It took about a week to print, laminate and cut. We should have been able to install it in roughly one week with a crew of three. It ended up taking two weeks since the Grand Ole Opry has shows every couple of days, which limited our time (we had to be packed up and out of the way by 3 pm). The weather was also a factor." TIME LAPSE VIDEO: Full-wrap rebranding of the face of the Grand Ole Opry House – Spring 2023 – Minuteman Press, Nashville: How happy are you with the completed project? What has been the feedback you’ve received? John Taylor: “I'm extremely happy with it. I really am humbled and honored to be given the opportunity. Now, for the less-than-humble perspective; it was an intense scope of work... and we got the job done! We've had only positive feedback about this installation and people are loving the new face of the Grand Ole Opry House. My favorite reaction was from a security guard that said, ‘I haven't seen this many people stop and have their pictures taken in front of the building in years and years!’. He's been there over 15 years, so that was so gratifying to hear him say that.” John concludes, “To have our hard work appreciated, especially on such a large-scale project, it’s just a great feeling of accomplishment.” For Minuteman Press products and services and to find your local Minuteman Press, visit https://minuteman.com. Learn more about #1 rated Minuteman Press franchise opportunities at https://minutemanpressfranchise.com. Contact Details Minuteman Press International Chris Biscuiti +1 631-249-1370 cbiscuiti@mpihq.com Company Website https://minutemanpressfranchise.com

June 12, 2023 10:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Comcast Business Partners With Uchiwa Ramen Restaurant to Deliver an Elevated Dining Experience

Comcast California

Comcast Business today announced that it is providing Uchiwa Ramen Restaurant (Uchiwa Ramen) with internet and cellular backup solutions at both of the business’ locations. The combination of these two solutions creates a reliable technology network that helps to simplify the management of overall operations as well as employees’ daily tasks, ultimately contributing to a more seamless customer experience when dining. With Comcast Business Internet and Connection Pro, Uchiwa Ramen co-owner Kevin Fong and his team can manage operations at restaurants located in San Rafael and Emeryville with the confidence that their technology will help keep things running smoothly. To keep orders coming in, and customers happy, it is critical that the Uchiwa Ramen team has a strong internet connection – the business’ point of sale (POS) system relies on its network to process dine-in and take-out orders, and Fong regularly receives important documents from his vendors over email. With Comcast Business Internet and Connection Pro, not only does Uchiwa Ramen have a reliable, fast internet connection, they also have the backup solution in place to help the network stay up and running in the face of outages. Fong is dedicated to ensuring that the food, customer service and staffing of Uchiwa Ramen remains consistent across his two locations, which is why choosing an affordable, reliable technology provider was such an important commitment. “With two different locations, in two completely different markets, it has been a relief to have a technology network from Comcast Business,” said Kevin Fong, co-founder of Uchiwa Ramen. “When it comes to reliability, service and bandwidth, Comcast Business has been a reliable partner to work with. It was a no-brainer to work with them.” When Uchiwa Ramen opened its first location in San Rafael in 2014, there were no other dedicated ramen restaurants in the county. As restaurant guests increasingly sought out more healthier food options, Fong and his team delivered with their take on traditional ramen dishes as well as Asian fusion food – both of which use all-natural ingredients and are low in fat. Following the success of the first location, Fong opened a second store at a mall in Emeryville. With this second location, he hopes to continue to raise awareness for Asian cuisine, and experiment with all-new fusion dishes. “Restaurants like Uchiwa Ramen are the lifeblood of our communities, bringing variety and vitality to our local storefronts and introducing us to delicious, unique dishes that we may not have ever tried on our own,” said Jacob Mitchell, vice president of sales and marketing for Comcast’s California Region. “We are proud to provide Uchiwa Ramen with these technology solutions, as they support such a trailblazing business that not only serves great food, but is dedicated to educating the public on the food and its origin.” About Comcast Business Comcast Business offers a suite of Connectivity, Communications, Networking, Cybersecurity, Wireless, and Managed Solutions to help organizations of different sizes prepare for what’s next. Powered by the nation’s largest Gig-speed broadband network, and backed by 24/7 customer support, Comcast Business is the nation’s largest cable provider to small and mid-size businesses and one of the leading service providers to the Enterprise market. Comcast Business has been consistently recognized by industry analysts and associations as a leader and innovator, and one of the fastest growing providers of Ethernet services. For more information, call 800-501-6000. Follow on Twitter @ComcastBusiness and on other social media networks at http://business.comcast.com/social. About Comcast Corporation Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company that connects people to moments that matter. We are principally focused on connectivity, aggregation, and streaming with 57 million customer relationships across the United States and Europe. We deliver broadband, wireless, and video through our Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky brands; create, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group, Universal Studio Group, Sky Studios, the NBC and Telemundo broadcast networks, multiple cable networks, Peacock, NBCUniversal News Group, NBC Sports, Sky News, and Sky Sports; and provide memorable experiences at Universal Parks and Resorts in the United States and Asia. Visit www.comcastcorporation.com for more information. Contact Details Comcast Jon Koriel jon_koriel@comcast.com FINN Partners Chloe Huard chloe_huard@finnpartners.com

June 12, 2023 03:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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