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Athos Commerce Helps Retailers Refocus, Adapt, and Grow — Even as Markets Shift
SAN ANTONIO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--In a global retail environment where market conditions vary widely by region, Athos Commerce is helping brands stay focused on what drives results. Rather than pulling back, leading retailers are choosing to double down on the areas that deliver — expanding into new regions, optimizing product strategy, and personalizing shopper experiences that convert. “Athos is built for these moments,” said Chantele Gibson, CCO of Athos Commerce. “In times of change, success co
AM Best to Sponsor and Exhibit at the 2025 National Association of Independent Insurance Adjusters Annual Conference
OLDWICK, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AM Best will be a sponsor and exhibitor at the annual NAIIA conference at The Sagamore Resort in Bolton Landing, NY, May 13-16, 2025. Visit AM Best at booth 7 to learn about Best's Insurance Professional Resources and for a chance to win a Bose speaker. Doug Doremus, associate director, business development, will be available to discuss the strategic value of becoming a qualified member of Best's Insurance Professional Resources. Qualified members receive: An onl
Apex Fintech Solutions and 401GO Announce Strategic Collaboration to Expand Retirement and Investment Services
SANDY, Utah--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #401go--401GO and Apex Fintech Solutions Inc. have entered into a strategic collaboration.
Wilshire Appoints Jason Schwarz as Chief Executive Officer
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Wilshire Advisors LLC (“Wilshire”) a leading global financial services firm, today announced the appointment of Jason Schwarz to Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. He succeeds current CEO, Andy Stewart, who will assume the role of Executive Chairman and continue to provide strategic guidance and support to the executive team, focusing on long-term vision, M&A, and growth initiatives. Wilshire delivers differentiated investment strategies a
New Research from OpenVPN and Tech Target’s Enterprise Strategy Group Find 71% of SMBs Use a VPN
PLEASANTON, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Enterprise Strategy Group (ESG) and OpenVPN announced the publication of their research study, "Secure Access Technology Trends."
Revelyst, Evolution Announce Strategic Licensing Partnership to Grow Profiles of Iconic Outdoor Brands
PROVIDENCE, R.I. & LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #WeAreRevelyst--New collaboration with Evolution includes licensing deal for six Revelyst brands.
7 Brew Appoints Stephanie Quillen as its First Chief People Officer
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--7 Brew, the drive-thru beverage concept reimagining the industry with its speed of service, premium-quality drinks, and high-energy hospitality, today announced the appointment of Stephanie Quillen as its first Chief People Officer. As 7 Brew continues its bold national expansion, the new Chief People Officer role is designed to build the people, systems and strategy needed to support a brand that is fast-growing, fun and brimming with opportunity. “We are t
Wells Fargo & Company Announces Common Stock Dividend and New $40 Billion Common Stock Repurchase Program
SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) today announced its board of directors approved a quarterly common stock dividend of $0.40 per share, payable June 1, 2025, to stockholders of record on May 9, 2025. The Wells Fargo board of directors also authorized a new common stock repurchase program of up to $40 billion to take effect upon the completion of the current repurchase program. The program will be executed consistent with the company’s internal capital adequac
New Relic Report Reveals High-Business Impact Outages Cost Financial Services and Insurance Sectors $2.2 Million Per Hour
SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #finance--New Relic, the Intelligent Observability company, published its State of Observability for Financial Services and Insurance report, which offers insights into the adoption and business value of observability for the financial services and insurance industry. The report, based on insights from financial services and insurance industry professionals surveyed in New Relic’s 2024 Observability Forecast, illustrates that artificial intelligence (AI) is core to observa
CIV Launches with $210M Fund to Back and Build Companies Reshaping Critical Industries
VENICE BEACH, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #CIV--CIV has closed its inaugural CIV Fund One– oversubscribed with more than $210 million in capital commitments, to reshape critical industries.
VSoft Ushers In New Era: Modernizing Core Banking with API-First, Real-Time Solutions for Financial Institutions
ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--VSoft Corporation, a trusted provider of technology solutions for nearly three decades, is ushering in a new era of innovation, focused on modernizing core banking with API-first, real-time solutions for banks and credit unions. Under the leadership of Abhishek Veeraghanta, President of VSoft, the company is focused on delivering cutting-edge core and digital banking solutions specifically designed for modern financial institutions facing increased pressure to innovate
Massachusetts Economy Could Lose Billions Annually Due to Trump Administration Policies: BU Study
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Massachusetts’ economy has been disproportionally harmed and could lose billions of dollars per year as a result of recent Trump Administration policies, according to a new study from Boston University Questrom School of Business. The study, “The Economic Impact of Trump Policies on Massachusetts,” was led by Professor Mark Williams and focuses on Massachusetts’ economic vulnerabilities in the face of Trump Administration policies. According to the study, the unfavo
Caroline Lee Joins Seward & Kissel’s Corporate Group as Partner
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Seward & Kissel LLP is pleased to announce that Caroline M. Lee has joined the Firm’s New York office as a partner in its Corporate Group. Lee, a veteran fund finance lawyer from Dechert LLP, has extensive experience in complicated financings designed to provide fund-level leverage to facilitate and support investment activities. “Caroline’s expertise in fund finance significantly enhances our capabilities,” said Nick Katsanos, partner and Chair of the Corporate G
Churchill Stateside Group Closes $7,865,000 Forward-Committed Permanent Loan for 95-Unit New Construction Senior Living Housing Community in Lancaster, OH
CLEARWATER, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Churchill Stateside Group, LLC (“CSG”), a real estate and renewable energy financial services company, is proud to announce the closing of a $7,865,000 forward-committed permanent loan for The Reserve at Hunter Trace, a new 95-unit affordable senior living housing development located in Lancaster, Ohio. The financing, provided by Churchill Mortgage Investment LLC (“CMI”), supports the development of a three-story building offering a mix of one- and two-bedroom
City of McAllen Engages Apps Associates to Enhance Constituent Service and Modernize ERP Systems
MCALLEN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #AppsAssociates--City of McAllen selects Apps Associates and DLT to modernize ERP with Oracle Cloud and enhance constituent service delivery.
Vaquero Midstream Announces a 70-Mile Pipeline Extension and Gas Processing Projects in the Southern Delaware Basin
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #delawarebasin--Vaquero Midstream announces a 70-mile pipeline extension and gas processing projects in the Southern Delaware Basin
CoreX Completes Acquisition of Volteo Digital and Expands ServiceNow Center of Excellence with Agentic AI Laboratory in Guadalajara
RADNOR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CoreX, a next-generation ServiceNow consultancy and NewSpring Holdings platform company, today announced the successful completion of its acquisition of Volteo, LLC, an Elite ServiceNow partner. The company also unveiled a significant investment in Guadalajara, Mexico by expanding its Agentic AI Laboratory dedicated to ServiceNow innovation. The Agentic AI Laboratory will serve as an innovation hub where clients can collaborate with CoreX experts to develop custom
Global Trade Policy Changes Leave U.S. Frontline Workers Nervous, Angry, and Stressed Out
LOWELL, Mass. & WESTON, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Changes in U.S. trade policy have contributed to a growing sentiment of unease and insecurity among frontline workers — those engaged in shift work or non-salaried employees, who typically have to be present in a specific place at an assigned time to do their job — roles which are often sensitive to market fluctuations and price increases. More than half of workers (52%) believe they are at risk of being laid off and nearly three-quarters (74%) fee
Square Expands Banking Services to Give Sellers Better Control of Their Cash Flow
OAKLAND, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Square announced new Square Banking tools that give sellers instant access to their cash flow and free, easier ways to manage their earnings. Today, business owners can conveniently sign up for a Square payments account and a free Square Checking¹ account in just minutes through one streamlined application—right on Square’s website and point of sale app. In addition, Square Savings accounts now feature new personalized savings recommendations, informed by cash
Shearwater Health Earns Great Place to Work® Certification Across U.S., Philippines, and India
NASHVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #ClinicalTalent--Shearwater Health, a leader in clinician-led clinical solutions, announces its certification as a Great Place to Work® across their markets.