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Bowlus Launches Terra Firma Limited Edition, Merging Technology and Artisanal Craftsmanship for an Effortless Approach to Adventuring

OXNARD, Calif., Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — As discerning travelers continue their search for much-needed experiences in the great outdoors amid changing travel habits, Bowlus, the world leader in performance luxury recreation vehicles, has provided a sophisticated solution with the release of the new Terra Firma model. The limited-edition travel trailer will feature enhancements including complex air and water filtration systems, pet-friendly accoutrements — such as remote temperature monitor and…

The unique aluminum teardrop shape of Bowlus travel trailers, paired with the latest technology and unparalleled craftsmanship using yacht-quality components, has made the brand the industry leader in carefree luxury land travel. The Bowlus Terra Firma edition is the evolution of the Bowlus story.

Pricing for the Bowlus Terra Firma begins at $265,000 and orders are currently being accepted for 2022.

«We are persistently working to find new ways to elevate the luxury land travel experience with elements that effortlessly enhance life’s precious moments,» said Geneva Long, Founder and CEO of Bowlus. «The Terra Firma edition continues the Bowlus tradition of bringing new technologies to the RV industry without adding more technology for technology’s sake.»

Terra Firma, which from Latin translates roughly to «solid earth» or «dry land,» is a reflection of the Bowlus philosophy grounded in sustainability, quality, performance, and uniqueness, with an eye for authenticity of design. The limited model also continues the Bowlus tradition of custom editions with bespoke flair, which have previously included the Lithium+, Artisanal Angler, and The Wave editions.

Exterior
Every Bowlus model begins as a hand-welded spaceframe, shaped from aluminum tubing by Bowlus artisans within 1/64th of an inch. Eighty panels of polished, high-strength aerospace aluminum are then meticulously fastened to the frame by more 5,000 aircraft-grade rivets, each scrutinized to meet aerospace specifications to be within 2/1000″ of the specification — approximately half the thickness of a human hair. Craftworkers then spend more than 100 hours polishing the exterior so the shell can get its iconic, mirror-bright reflection.

Based on the successful Endless Highways Performance Edition platform, the Terra Firma model includes as-standard two huge skylights in the main cabin and an outdoor kitchen ready setup, with electrical and propane outlets, which can additionally provide an emergency micro-charge to your electric vehicle.

The Bowlus shape always delivers superior performance with very safe road handling characteristics and, with a weight of under 3,200 lbs., it can be towed by the widest variety of vehicles of any travel trailer, including electric vehicles (EVs).

Since every Bowlus is personal, clients’ chosen names are also emblemized on the fender skirts just before delivery as a finishing touch.

Technology
Bowlus only embraces newness of technology when it speaks explicitly to the brand’s user group — the luxury land traveler — a segment in which Bowlus has long pioneered.

As the virtual world continues to consume a predominant position in many people’s lives, user-centric technology that improves customers’ lives has become an integral pillar of the Bowlus experience.

The Terra Firma edition presents a collection of new technological features. First, the inclusion of a smart brake controller for the triple-axis, motion-sensing accelerometer, provides highly responsive, smooth braking to any tow vehicle without any modifications. Also added for the Terra Firma edition is a user-intuitive touch screen panel displaying an instant overview of the proprietary Bowlus Power Management System, allowing settings to adjust intuitively and simply.

Looking ahead toward client’s changing needs during travel experiences, the Terra Firma also includes the addition of HEPA air filters, UVC lighting for disinfecting, and a freshwater filtration system to instill confidence and peace-of-mind.

Also, the inclusion of The 60 Second Hitch™ offers the easiest hitching (and most user-friendly) experience of any RV, and the debut of «Find My Bowlus» GPS tracking adds a level of security and peace of mind, allow chosen users to access one’s location to anticipate arrivals or view trip status to coordinate off-grid camping with friends and family.

The Terra Firma continues the incredible battery power introduced in the Endless Highways Performance Edition, boasting a lithium-iron-phosphate power system with 8 kWh offering up to two weeks of «off-grid» living without an external power source — twice the battery power compared to the original Endless Highways model. This impressive system rapidly charges in three to four hours and also includes heated floors for incomparable comfort during all four seasons.

Regarding the Bowlus Power Management System, by being connected via Bluetooth and the internet, the entire power management system can be managed remotely with adjustments easily accessible from a smartphone application. This includes dozens of silent heating settings along remote access to activate the heated floor system in advance of entry. Plus, with all outlets live at all times, conveniences such as the air conditioner and microwave are available for use without an outside power source.

Additionally, one will never find themselves stranded during a zero-emissions road trip with a Bowlus, as an external 110V outlet additionally can give an emergency micro-charge to an electric vehicle. With a full battery, this could extend EV SUVs currently on the market for up to 16 miles.

Interior
All Bowlus interiors are a luxurious palette of colors and textures, and the Terra Firma edition is no exception. The interiors are thoughtfully curated with fabrics that are transformed into designer seating and bedding by a brilliant seamstress team.

The new Terra Firma color story oozes with the relaxed vibe that comes with a lazy late afternoon watching a spectacular sunset. The Bowlus Terra Firma is about using color and details that build on a feeling of ultra-comfort. In the main cabin, seating in Field color is accented with piping in Open Sky. This grounding color story carries through with luxurious flooring and a stateroom featuring beautifully striped duvets and elegant headboards in Open Sky.

New for the Terra Firma is also the inclusion of the ultimate in Pet-Flex. With remote temperature monitoring, feeding bowls that slide out seamlessly from a drawer, and a personalized canine bed, every family member is comfortably included in the experience. For the first time, pet owners can feel confident that their pet is sitting comfortably with the assurance of temperature control why one is away from their Bowlus and their pet is resting.

The Terra Firma flexible environment allows one to concentrate on their personal narrative, be it an adrenaline-fueled adventure or a peaceful desert retreat. In this tradition, Bowlus also offers two distinctive Bespoke Customization Programs for those looking to add their personal touch and style to their interior. With each program, Chief Designer and CEO Geneva Long will work with clients to personalize their Bowlus from more than fifty-six million possible interior design combinations. As standard, all Bowlus models also include a hotel-style en suite bathroom and spacious, Zen-like bedroom, able to convert from two twin beds to an incredible king, accommodating all travel companions.

Technical Specifications
Length: 25 ft. 9 in.
Width: 80 in.
Exterior Height: 8 ft. 6 in.
Interior Height: 6 ft. 4 in.
Sleeps and Dines: 4
Hitch Weight: 300 lbs.
Base Weight: 3,200 lbs.
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): 4,000 lbs.

For additional information about Bowlus and the Terra Firma edition, please contact BowlusPRTeam@extensionpr.com.

About Bowlus
Bowlus history stretches back almost 90 years, with fascinating origins as the creation of designer, engineer and aircraft builder Hawley Bowlus. With his background in aviation, Bowlus completed construction on the first aluminum riveted travel trailer in 1934, based on his determination to design and build a lightweight travel trailer that could transport flight crews to remote takeoff locations. The iconic design has been reimagined for the 21st Century by Geneva Long, Founder and CEO of Bowlus, who began conceptualizing the return of the Bowlus brand while at the Wharton School. Geneva’s passion Bowlus combines her love for adventure with the challenge of creating meaningful user-centered, sustainable design. For more information, visit: https://bowlus.com/

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Switch Awarded Environmental Protection Agency’s ENERGY STAR® Certification for Superior Energy Efficiency

LAS VEGAS, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Switch, Inc. (NYSE: SWCH) («Switch») the global technology infrastructure corporation, today announced it has earned the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) ENERGY STAR certification at its Core Campus in Las Vegas. The certification signifies that the building performs in the top tier of facilities nationwide for energy efficiency and meets strict energy efficiency performance levels set by the EPA.

«The EPA’s ENERGY STAR certification is an important recognition of CEO and Founder Rob Roy and Switch’s long-standing commitment to the highest standards of sustainability in the design and operations of our company,» said Adam Kramer, Switch EVP of Strategy. «Switch is committed to remaining the global industry leader in the development of sustainable technology infrastructure solutions. In doing so, we will continue to be the leader in reduced carbon footprints, increased water efficiency and expanded renewable power resources.»

Commercial buildings that earn EPA’s ENERGY STAR certification use an average of 35 percent less energy than typical buildings and also release 35 percent less carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. Switch has surpassed those numbers for decades with its energy performance by managing energy strategically across the entire organization and by making cost-effective improvements to its data center facilities.

«Improving the energy efficiency of our nation’s data centers has become more critical than ever as our digital economy expands,» said Jean Lupinacci, Chief of the ENERGY STAR Commercial & Industrial Branch. «Switch’s data centers are among the most efficient in the industry, and we also commend the company for its use of renewable energy in powering its data centers.»

Switch’s patented designs make its data centers the most efficient in the industry, supported by an industry- leading Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) rate. Since January 1, 2016, Switch is the largest colocation data center provider powering all of its data centers with 100% renewable energy.

ENERGY STAR was introduced by EPA in 1992 as a voluntary, market-based partnership to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through energy efficiency. Today, the ENERGY STAR label can be found on more than 65 different kinds of products, 1.4 million new homes and 20,000 commercial buildings and industrial plants that meet strict energy-efficiency specifications set by the EPA. Over the past twenty years, American families and businesses have saved more than $230 billion on utility bills and prevented more than 1.8 billion metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions with help from ENERGY STAR.

About Switch

Switch, Inc. (NYSE: SWCH), is the independent global leader in exascale data center ecosystems, edge data center designs, industry-leading telecommunications solutions and next-generation technology innovation. Switch Founder and CEO Rob Roy has developed more than 500 issued and pending patent claims covering data center designs that have manifested into the company’s world-renowned data centers and technology solutions.

We innovate to sustainably progress the digital foundation of the connected world with a focus on enterprise-class and emerging hybrid cloud solutions. The Switch PRIMES, located in Las Vegas and Tahoe Reno, Nevada; Grand Rapids, Michigan; and Atlanta, Georgia are the world’s most powerful exascale data center campus ecosystems with low latency to major U.S. markets. Visit switch.com for more information or follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.

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SinglePoint Completes Acquisition of Premier Solar Lead Generation Engine, EnergyWyze, LLC

PHOENIX, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — SinglePoint Inc. (OTC: SING) («SinglePoint» or the «Company»), a company focused on providing renewable energy solutions, announced today it has completed the acquisition of EnergyWyze, LLC, which was initially announced on January 12, 2021. With the transaction complete, SinglePoint bolsters its digital and direct marketing assets and business relationships that will streamline, optimize, and maximize its customer-centric…

«We are extremely excited to add the assets and expertise of EnergyWyze to the SinglePoint team and business. Closing this transaction further expands our lead generation capabilities, maximizes our overall online presence, and enhances the value of all our solar subsidiaries. We look forward to leveraging this next-generation lead generation platform and network that will ultimately drive significant growth and propel SinglePoint to the next level in the near term,» commented Wil Ralston, President of SinglePoint.

EnergyWyze transforms the solar installation experience for both homeowners and contractors. The Company is led by a group of experts with deep history in acquiring and developing solar leads for some of the nation’s largest solar companies including Vivint Solar, SunEdison, Crius Solar, Radix and more.

It is estimated that less than 4% of the residential solar addressable market in the domestic U.S. market currently has a solar system installed. Customer acquisition can account for a significant percentage of the spend in solar contractors’ cost of doing business. With this newly formed premier lead generation engine, SinglePoint aims to reduce those costs and increase the conversion rate of new customers through creating a premium customer experience the solar industry is lacking at this point in time.

«We are excited to join SinglePoint early on in this endeavor to create the nation’s leading solar and renewable energy platform. Our collective experiences and relationships will transform the scale at which the company can grow. We are just getting started in the energy revolution we believe we are at the forefront of a company that can propel this shift,» added the EnergyWyze Team.

The EnergyWyze Team:

Joe Hupp

Joe previously served as the Director of Marketing for both SunEdison and Crius Solar, and managed all lead generation for sales teams. He ran all digital marketing efforts for the residential solar departments, and most recently has consulted for one of Vivint Solar’s largest dealers and others.

Joe has managed online marketing efforts for large, publicly traded companies, celebrities, as well as mom-and-pop shops. His last job as VP of Digital Marketing, Joe helped grow digital company revenue from 12% of company revenue to 75% of company revenue. He actively managed over $1.5MM of media spend per month on multiple channels and managed a digital marketing team of 25+.

Che Oliver

Che brings over 20 years of direct marketing experience to the solar industry. Che’s last position was as the CMO for one of the largest training organizations in the world. Che helped turn a break-even company with $18MM in annual revenue into a highly profitable enterprise with a monthly marketing budget of over $2MM across multiple channels while managing a team of 30+ professionals.

Prior to that, Che took the role of CMO where revenue was flat and stalled at $10MM annually. Che helped push that company past $50MM and the company went public. Fueled by direct mail and digital ads in 2004, the company did $80MM and continued growth into 2006 where it leveled off at $180MM kicking out $20MM net income and driving stock prices from $2 to $36 per share.

Brent Duskin

For the last 25+ years, Brent has specialized in new customer acquisition, re-activation, confirmation & rescission programs for companies such as: AT&T, Time Warner, Cable One, Wells Fargo, Sunset Magazine, American Express Long-Term Care, Hilton Grand Vacation, Marriott Vacation Club, Disney Vacation Club to name a few.

Brent’s blend of creative direction and business intuition, along with a passion for direct marketing has led to a successful career with a wide range of responsibilities.

With its initial focus in solar energy, SinglePoint is building a foundation for future expansion opportunities including energy storage, charge points for electric vehicles and solar as a subscription.

About SinglePoint Inc.

SinglePoint Inc. is a company focused on providing renewable energy solutions to consumers and small commercial businesses. SinglePoint is committed to building the largest network of renewable energy solutions and modernizing the traditional model. For more information, visit the Company’s website (www.singlepoint.com) and connect on LinkedIn and Twitter.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements in this news release may contain forward-looking information within the meaning of Rule 175 under the Securities Act of 1933 and Rule 3b-6 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and are subject to the safe harbor created by those rules. All statements, other than statements of fact, included in this release, including, without limitation, statements regarding potential future plans and objectives of the Company, the spinoff of nonenergy related assets, qualification for a national exchange, and future expansion, are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate and actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements.

Technical complications, which may arise, could prevent the prompt implementation of any strategically significant plan(s) outlined above. The Company undertakes no duty to revise or update any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this release.

Investor Contact:

JTC Team, LLC
Jenene Thomas
833-475-8247
SING@jtcir.com

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Wildly Popular YouTube Design Duo, Mr. Kate, Launches Home Furniture Line with Dorel Home for #CreativeWeirdos Everywhere

Furniture launch marks an exciting next step for this joyful husband-and-wife brand

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ – Calling all Creative Weirdos! Mr. Kate is thrilled to announce the launch of its first-ever furniture line.

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Furniture launch marks an exciting next step for this joyful husband-and-wife brand

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ – Calling all Creative Weirdos! Mr. Kate is thrilled to announce the launch of its first-ever furniture line.

Headed by the powerhouse husband-and-wife team of Kate Albrecht and Joey Zehr, Mr. Kate is known for its jaw-dropping home makeovers and interior design tutorials that celebrate creativity and personal style. The brand’s wildly popular YouTube Channel boasts four million subscribers with 500+ million total video views and is the top interior design channel on the platform.

Exactly 10 years after its debut as a lifestyle/DIY blog, Mr. Kate (repped by A3 Artists Agency) is celebrating its newest venture — a furniture line designed with leading manufacturer, Dorel Home, the home furnishings division of Dorel Industries Inc., (TSX: DII.B; DII.A), to help dwellers unleash their inner ‘Creative Weirdos’ and add a splash (or two…or three) of color at a mainstream price.

«We couldn’t be more excited to partner with Mr. Kate on the launch of its inaugural furniture line,» said Claudia Grundman, Senior Brand Director of Dorel Home. «Kate and Joey embody the joy of interior design and it’s been a thrill to work with them on bringing their unique and versatile pieces to life.»

The initial collection features metal and upholstered beds, accent chairs, futons, and sofa-sectionals for anyone, from design enthusiasts to DIY novices, who are looking to brighten their home and channel new energy into their living space.

«This furniture line is an expression of who we are as designers and a true representation of our ‘Because, Why Not?’ philosophy to embrace your creative freedom and not overthink it too much,» said Kate Albrecht, Designer, Author and Founder of Mr. Kate. «No matter your style or space, our collection is designed to make you feel authentically at home.»

Mr. Kate furniture is being carried by top e-commerce retailers, including Wayfair, Walmart, Amazon, Overstock and more coming soon. All Mr. Kate products are designed with the brand’s core principle at heart: providing the necessary tools to create unique, multifunctional, and stylish surroundings.

The Mr. Kate furniture line includes a range of functional pieces and decorative accents to suit any design aesthetic, from minimalist to mid-century modern. Its pieces are available in luxurious fabrics such as linen and velvet and come in a variety of colorways, including gray, blush, mustard, tan, green, and teal. The affordable price range runs from $229.99 to $629.99 USD.

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Website: mrkate.com

YouTube: www.youtube.com/MrKate

Instagram: @MrKate

Not sure how to define your style? Take the Mr. Kate «What’s My Aesthetic?» Quiz! mrkate.com/whats-my-aesthetic

ABOUT MR. KATE
Mr. Kate is an online community for Creative Weirdos! Led by the joyful husband-and-wife duo of Kate Albrecht and Joey Zehr, Mr. Kate’s jaw-dropping home makeovers and DIY design tutorials have taken the Internet by storm. The brand’s wildly popular YouTube Channel is the most popular channel of its kind on the platform, boasting four million subscribers with 500+ million total video views. As a result of their online success, Kate and Joey also have a best-selling book, appeared on an HGTV special and are Webby, Streamy, and Shorty Award nominees and winners. The pair has been gratefully acknowledged by the city of Los Angeles and the city of Compton for their charitable contributions to underprivileged communities. Through their palpable energy and love of design, Kate and Joey inspire #creativeweirdos everywhere to live the «Because, Why Not?» lifestyle.

ABOUT 1MILK2SUGARS
1Milk2Sugars is an award-winning agency specializing in influencer relations, digital marketing and media relations. Priya Chopra, founded 1M2S in 2012 and has expanded its reach to include offices in Montreal, Toronto and New York. Proudly recognized as a Forbes-accredited agency and one of Canada’s Fastest-Growing Companies by the Growth List, 1M2S has an esteemed portfolio of top international brands like NIVEA, L’Oréal, Coppertone and Centrum. For more information about 1M2S, please visit: www.1Milk2Sugars.com and follow along on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn for the latest buzz.

ABOUT DOREL INDUSTRIES
Dorel Industries Inc. (TSX: DII.B, DII.A) is a global organization, operating three distinct businesses in juvenile products, bicycles, and home products. Dorel’s strength lies in the diversity, innovation, and quality of its products, as well as the superiority of its brands. Dorel Juvenile’s powerfully branded products include global brands Maxi-Cosi, Quinny, and Tiny Love, complemented by regional brands such as Safety 1st, Bébé Confort, Costco, and Infanti. Dorel Sports brands include Cannondale, Schwinn, GT, Mongoose, Caloi, and IronHorse. Dorel Home, with its comprehensive e-commerce platform, markets a wide assortment of domestically produced and imported furniture. Dorel has annual sales of US$2.6 billion and employs approximately 900 people in facilities located in twenty-five countries worldwide.

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Cantu Beauty Announces Winners of Elevate Workshop Series in Partnership with 25 Black Women in Beauty

Womenpreneurs Alicia Scott, Arah Sims, and Tomi Alisha will collaborate with Cantu on a marketing campaign for their budding businesses to launch this spring

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Womenpreneurs Alicia Scott, Arah Sims, and Tomi Alisha will collaborate with Cantu on a marketing campaign for their budding businesses to launch this spring

STAMFORD, Conn., Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Cantu Elevate, the latest initiative from Cantu Beauty, an award-winning multicultural hair care brand, and ‘25 Black Women In Beauty‘ (25BWB) has selected the winners of the beauty business accelerator: Alicia Scott of Range Beauty, Arah Sims of Kyutee Nails, and Tomi Alisha of NaturAll Club. Each winner participated in the Cantu Elevate workshop series last fall and was chosen out of more than 60 women-led beauty businesses to receive a Cantu-sponsored campaign valued at $160,000. Scott, Sims, and Alisha advanced in the selection process through their enthusiastic efforts and engagement during the workshops and coupled with their innovative product offerings, captured the attention of Cantu.

Cantu Elevate 2021 Winners: Kyutee Nails, NatruAll, and Range Beauty

«With black entrepreneurs, especially women, starting businesses at a higher rate we wanted to provide a catalyst for these businesses to succeed,» says Dametria Mustin, Vice President of Global Marketing at Cantu Beauty. «After learning more about these amazing women-led businesses, I’m inspired by what they were able to take away from the experience to help navigate the shifts taking place in the beauty industry.»

As an entrepreneur, there is always room for continued education. During this transformative season, Cantu Beauty will team up with The Sasha Group (a VaynerX company) and Reddish to work directly with each womenpreneur to continue the journey of strengthening their brand. Together, Cantu, Sasha, and Reddish will use their respective expertise to help build a brand marketing campaign or e-commerce presence for each beauty brand to launch in spring 2021.

Sims, Alisha, and Scott will focus specifically on their business challenges to take their brand to new heights in the beauty space. After gaining public approval, Kyutee Nails, a direct-to-consumer nail glam company, came to fame using advanced technology to create nail polish art peel-n-press. Popular influencers and celebrities caught on and the trendy designs got exposed to over 20 million social platform users. Sims wants to leverage this opportunity to present Kyutee Nails as an innovative brand that fuses beauty with a purpose and revitalizes its e-commerce strategy.

NaturAll is seeking to set a new beauty standard by only using fresh, frozen, natural, and non-toxic ingredients to hand-make healthy hair formulas that provide ultra hydration. Vegan and cruelty-free makeup brand Range Beauty focuses on clean products for the forgotten shades, utilizing botanicals in makeup to create special formulas for acne and eczema-prone skin. Both brands are looking to learn how to manage a successful marketing campaign using the latest measurement tools to compare their metrics against other start-up competitors.

«The workshops were a great reminder to always tap back into our ‘why’ and ‘who’,» says Alicia Scott of Range Beauty. «My favorite part of the workshops was actually our homework after the first session. Writing out my North Star and thinking through my audience in more detail helped me think about our marketing efforts in a more targeted way.»

Cantu Beauty created Elevate with its marketing partners to provide access and education to help Black, female-led beauty businesses thrive economically within this new beauty landscape. Through guided workshops and a grant program, Cantu will continue its work with 25 BWB to provide a platform that accelerates continued growth for beauty businesses.

To learn more about each Cantu Elevate winner, follow Kyutee Nails (@kyuteenails), NaturAll Club (@naturallclub), and Range Beauty (@range_beauty) on Instagram. Additionally, follow Cantu Beauty on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for updates on upcoming Elevate workshops and events later this year.

ABOUT CANTU
It’s Cantu Beauty’s mission to celebrate you in all your glory. Whether you’re rocking coils, curls, waves, or straight tresses, Cantu designs products specifically with you and your hair’s versatility in mind. Cantu’s collection of award-winning products is inspired by beautifully textured hair to help you achieve any look you desire. With a one-of-a-kind formula, Cantu helps achieve everything from cutting-edge looks to classic styles.

ABOUT 25BWB
25 Black Women in Beauty is dedicated to elevating and celebrating Black female entrepreneurs, executives, and rising stars in beauty. The organization offers an exclusive network enabling intentional network, career placement, and other services. 25BWB has been featured by Glamour, Forbes, Essence, The Zoe Report, WWD, and other leading publications. Visit 25BWB.org to learn more.

ABOUT PDC
PDC Wellness & Personal Care Co. (formerly known as PDC Beauty & Wellness Co.) has its origins in Parfums de Coeur, Ltd., which was founded in 1981. PDC has emerged as one of the world’s fastest-growing beauty and wellness companies in the world. PDC’s portfolio of category-leading brands includes Cantu®, Dr Teal’s®, Eylure®, and Body Fantasies®. PDC’s products can be found at major mass, chain drug, grocery, and specialty retailers throughout the US, UK, and in over 60 markets globally. PDC was recently named U.S. Supplier of the Year, Consumables, Health & Wellness, by Walmart. PDC is owned by affiliates of CVC Funds and Leonard Green & Partners, as well as its management. For more information, please visit pdcbeauty.com.

ABOUT CVC CAPITAL PARTNERS
CVC is a leading private equity and investment advisory firm. Founded in 1981, CVC today has a network of 23 offices and over 550 employees throughout Europe, Asia, and the US. To date, CVC has secured commitments of over US$160 billion from some of the world’s leading institutional investors across its private equity and credit strategies. In total, CVC currently manages approximately US$105 billion of assets. Today, funds managed or advised by CVC are invested in more than 80 companies worldwide, employing over 400,000 people in numerous countries. Together, these companies have combined annual sales of approximately US$92 billion. For further information about CVC please visit cvc.com.

ABOUT LEONARD GREEN & PARTNERS
Leonard Green & Partners, L.P. («LGP») is a leading private equity investment firm founded in 1989 and based in Los Angeles. The firm partners with experienced management teams and often with founders to invest in market-leading companies. Since its inception, LGP has invested in over 90 companies in the form of traditional buyouts, going-private transactions, recapitalizations, growth equity, and selective public equity and debt positions. The firm primarily focuses on companies providing services, including consumer, business, and healthcare services, as well as retail. For more information, please visit leonardgreen.com.

MEDIA CONTACT
Ariel Smith, Reddish
asmith@reddishagency.com
212-714-5748

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Cantu Beauty Announces Winners of Elevate Workshop Series in Partnership with 25 Black Women in Beauty

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STAMFORD, Conn., Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Cantu Elevate, the latest initiative from Cantu Beauty, an award-winning multicultural hair care brand, and ‘25 Black Women In Beauty‘ (25BWB) has selected the winners of the beauty business accelerator: Alicia Scott of Range Beauty, Arah Sims of Kyutee Nails, and Tomi Alisha of NaturAll Club. Each winner participated in the Cantu Elevate workshop series last fall and was chosen out of more than 60 women-led beauty businesses to receive a Cantu-sponsored campaign valued at $160,000. Scott, Sims, and Alisha advanced in the selection process through their enthusiastic efforts and engagement during the workshops and coupled with their innovative product offerings, captured the attention of Cantu.

MEDIA CONTACT
Ariel Smith, Reddish
asmith@reddishagency.com
212-714-5748

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Cantu Beauty Announces Winners of Elevate Workshop Series in Partnership with 25 Black Women in Beauty

Womenpreneurs Alicia Scott, Arah Sims, and Tomi Alisha will collaborate with Cantu on a marketing campaign for their budding businesses to launch this spring

STAMFORD, Conn., Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Cantu…

Womenpreneurs Alicia Scott, Arah Sims, and Tomi Alisha will collaborate with Cantu on a marketing campaign for their budding businesses to launch this spring

MEDIA CONTACT
Ariel Smith, Reddish
asmith@reddishagency.com
212-714-5748

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Father and Son Team Form Legal Sports Gambling Business

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — In years gone by a son would frequently graduate college and enter the family business – but the new era of legal sports betting changed that for 23-year-old Troy Paul.

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A 2020 business graduate from N.Y.U., Troy told his Dad «Legal sports betting is going to be huge!» Eleven states have embraced legalizing sports betting, and many others, including New York, about to join the multi-billion-dollar party, with the NBA, NFL also getting on board.

Troy’s father, Mark Paul, is perhaps an unusual Dad…as he is the #1 selling gambling author in the United States with his book The Greatest Gambling Story Ever Told soaring to #1 on Amazon Best Sellers. «At first I was skeptical we could compete with billion-dollar gambling companies, but Troy found a great niche opportunity in the ‘Affiliate’ business marketing model, and we launched Sports Gambling Guides, LLC.«

The firm provides avid sports fans with up to the minute articles and stats on players and teams that may lead to profitable betting situations, along with the real time odds from multiple online sports bookmakers, ensuring their clients get the best available odds. Having obtained eight sports gaming licenses/permits, they now receive fees for connecting sports bettors to legal on-line sports betting operators such as Draft Kings and Rush Street.

Troy utilizes all forms of social media marketing, with their Instagram quickly acquiring over 15,000 followers «What do men do in their time off? They watch sports, bet on sports, they live for sports,» says Troy, «and soon they will be legally betting on game day action via their cell phones. It’s an exciting time!»

Troy Paul may be the youngest licensed gambling executive in the United States.

Learn more about Sports Gambling Guides at sportsgamblingguides.com.
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Miniter Group Releases Quarter One Newsletter of 2021

NORWELL, Mass., Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Miniter Group today publishes informative industry material in their second quarterly e-newsletter.

The Miniter Group Quarterly Newsletter will consist of a general banking industry section, Insurance…

NORWELL, Mass., Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Miniter Group today publishes informative industry material in their second quarterly e-newsletter.

The Miniter Group Quarterly Newsletter will consist of a general banking industry section, Insurance Tracking Operations Tidbits, Compliance Updates, and Employee Highlights.

Jim Gilpin, EVP & COO of Miniter Group, comments today, «Our existing and potential new clients are encouraged to read the quarterly newsletters as a communicative resource for internal updates and banking industry news.»

In our Q1 Newsletter issue of 2021, we will introduce the upcoming compliance webinar, which will examine the significant compliance issues since the CFPB began updating RESPA. It will provide perspective on these examination findings from both compliance and operational standpoints.

The newsletter will also cover the significance of mortgage insurance tracking in the current economic climate, tracking technology updates, and considerable employee spotlights. We anticipate the publications of informative newsletters each quarter moving forward.

To subscribe to the Miniter Quarterly Newsletter, please visit our website at MINITER.COM and fill out the newsletter subscription form.

CLICK HERE to register.

Miniter Group is a leading provider of collateral risk transfer solutions to the lending industry, providing blanket and lender-placed insurance solutions to over 600 lenders in 41 states. Miniter’s in-house software development team continues to work with lenders to enhance the fast-growing Borrower-CentricSM Insurance Tracking System.

Miniter’s solutions include Vendor Single Interest Insurance, Lender Placed Insurance, Collateral Protection Insurance, and Mortgage Impairment Insurance.

We invite you to call us at 1-800-MINITER or visit us on the web at www.miniter.com.

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New Research: Interest Rate, Economy Top Financial Institutions’ Concerns for 2021

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — A new research report from Cornerstone Advisors reveals that while nearly half of mid-size bank and credit union executives are more optimistic about 2021 relative to 2020, they remain especially concerned about the interest rate environment and a weak…

What’s Going On In Banking 2021: Rebounding from the Pandemic, authored by Ron Shevlin, Cornerstone research director and noted fintech expert, identifies the concerns, priorities, fintech plans and future forecasts of 260 community-based financial institutions.

A key finding in this year’s report revolves around digital transformation. Just a handful of surveyed institutions indicate they have completed their digital transformation strategy. «Quite frankly, we have our doubts about that,» the report counters, «as all of them didn’t even launch a strategy until 2019.» Based on survey responses, Cornerstone estimates that most institutions have a six- to eight-year timeframe to complete their digital transformation journey.

Other select study findings:

Both banks and credit unions consider revenue generation opportunities a technology spending priority this year.

42% of banks and 35% of credit unions are very interested in partnering with fintechs for digital account opening in 2021.

The number of executives who see Big Tech firms (Apple, Amazon, Google) as a major threat declined significantly from last year.

The percentage of banks placing a high priority on commercial real estate loans dropped sharply from 76% in 2020 to 45% this year.

The report also presents Shevlin’s Top Trends for 2021, which explores shifts in the financial services value chain across a number of areas including small business relationships, fintech-as-a-service platforms, and fintech-powered core system workarounds.

«Changes (or disruptions) to the value chain have certainly been in the works for a while now,» Shevlin maintains, «but 2021 is going to shine a much brighter spotlight on those activities—making 2021 the year of value chain disruption in banking and fintech.»

This year’s report is the result of Cornerstone’s sixth annual What’s Going On In Banking study.

Cornerstone Advisors, a management and technology consulting firm, brings innovative insights and execution to help banks and credit unions reach the next level of performance. For more information, visit crnrstone.com.

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