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Bluepeak Internet Ranks First in Communities in Wyoming, Oklahoma, North Dakota, South Dakota and Minnesota

Bluepeak

Bluepeak internet service is ranked number one for fastest internet speeds, most consistent network and lowest latency in several markets in its service area. That’s the conclusion of Ookla’s newly released SpeedtestTM Market Index report for the second quarter of 2023, including data collected from millions of consumer-initiated tests across the country. The report – which ranks mobile and fixed broadband speeds from internet service providers around the world monthly – shows that Bluepeak is ranked highest for delivering the fastest median download and upload speeds, most consistent network and lowest latency to its internet customers in several different places during the second quarter of 2023.* The achievements for each market where Bluepeak service received a top ranking, verified by Ookla®, are as follows: Wyoming The fastest download and upload speeds, most consistent network and the lowest latency in all of Wyoming. The fastest download and upload speeds and most consistent network in Cheyenne and Laramie County. The fastest download and upload speeds, most consistent network and the lowest latency in Laramie. The fastest download and upload speeds in Casper and Natrona County. Oklahoma The fastest download and upload speeds and most consistent network in Stillwater and Payne County. The fastest download and upload speeds in Lawton. The fastest download and upload speeds in Altus. The fastest download and upload speeds in Bartlesville and Washington County. North Dakota The fastest download and upload speeds and most consistent network in Grand Forks and Grand Forks County. South Dakota The fastest upload speeds in Springdale Township. The fastest upload speeds in Madison and Lake County. Minnesota The fastest upload speeds in Marshall. As a result of Bluepeak’s competitive service, residents of these communities benefit from greater choice among their internet options. Research shows, greater competition for consumer goods – like internet – benefits consumers by lowering prices, boosting investment and enabling innovation. In addition, a 2020 report by Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond on “Bringing Broadband to Rural America” determined that broadband access and adoption are linked to increased job and population growth, higher rates of new business formation, higher home values, and lower unemployment rates. Ookla® is the global leader in network intelligence and connectivity insights. Over eighteen million tests are actively initiated by consumers each day across all Speedtest platforms, with over 45 billion tests completed to date. As a result, Ookla has the most comprehensive analytics on worldwide internet performance and accessibility. For more information on Bluepeak, visit mybluepeak.com. *Based on analysis by Ookla® of Speedtest Intelligence® data for median download speeds, upload speeds and consistency score, and multi-server latency, in the identified geographies, U.S., Q2 2023. About Bluepeak Bluepeak is building a faster, more reliable internet without the things that get in the way of great service - like red tape, hidden fees, and slow response times. Offering up to 5 gigabits of speed for residential customers and 10 gigabits for businesses, Bluepeak is a whole new ballgame - from internet to TV, to connecting every device in a home, to powering a business, Bluepeak not only provides the best fiber connections in the communities it serves, but also meets the growing needs for how its customers live. Contact Details Bluepeak Jesse Granger +1 720-703-4315 jesse.granger@mybluepeak.com Company Website https://www.mybluepeak.com

July 26, 2023 09:23 AM Mountain Daylight Time

CLIPS & KICKS AND CUTS 4 KIDS BACK TO SCHOOL APPRECIATION EVENTS AT HIBBETT AND CITY GEAR IN ATLANTA

Hibbett, Inc.

As summer vacation draws to a close and the new school year approaches, Hibbett | City Gear announce two action-packed Back to School celebration events in Atlanta on July 30th and August 6th. Hibbett and City Gear will both provide free haircuts and school supplies to attendees. Hibbett and City Gear want to make the back to school prep a little easier with some free stuff for families, while they are getting their back to school shopping done. The public is invited to stop by two different Back to School events on Sunday, July 30 th and Sunday, August 6 th to join the fun. The Clips & Kicks event hosted by Hibbett and Sprayground will take place on Sunday, July 30 th at Hibbett, located at 860 Duluth Hwy in Lawrenceville. The event will run from 12pm to 5pm. The Cuts 4 Kids event hosted by City Gear and adidas will take place on Sunday, August 6 th at City Gear, located at 2685 Metropolitan Parkway in Atlanta. The event will run from 12pm to 5pm. “Our Clips & Kicks and Cuts 4 Kids, Back to School celebrations are always a fun time to get kids excited about school and to show some appreciation to the wonderful community of Atlanta,” said Troy Williams, Hibbett, District Manager. “We encourage everyone to stop by, listen to some music, get free haircuts for the kids and take home some free school supplies.” Each year, Hibbett and City Gear host special back to school events across the country to show appreciation to local families in their communities, who may be stretched with back to school expenses. The company hires professional barbers and brings them onsite to provide free professional children’s haircuts for attendees. There is a party atmosphere to get kids pumped up about the new school year with their fresh new cuts and free school supplies. Throughout the day there is music, special promotions, giveaways, light refreshments and much more. Children of all ages are welcome to get free haircuts and school supplies on a first-come, first-serve basis, while supplies last. About Hibbett, Inc. Hibbett, headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, is a leading athletic-inspired fashion retailer with 1143 Hibbett and City Gear specialty stores, located in 36 states nationwide. Hibbett has a rich history of convenient locations, personalized customer service and access to coveted footwear, apparel and equipment from top brands like Nike, Jordan, and adidas. Consumers can browse styles, find new releases, shop looks and make purchases online or in their nearest store by visiting www.hibbett.com. Follow us @hibbettsports and @citygear on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Contact Details Wendy Yellin pr@hibbett.com Company Website https://www.Hibbett.com

July 25, 2023 10:03 AM Eastern Daylight Time

Next Generation DFS Platform GameBlazers Signs New Partnerships with Full Moon Sports Solutions and Raging Moose

GameBlazers

GameBlazers, a sports gaming platform empowering sports fans to create and manage their own experience, today announced the company signed partnerships with two industry-leading and best-in-class consulting companies, Full Moon Sports Solutions and Raging Moose. Both companies will help accelerate GameBlazers’ business objectives as it brings its revolutionary product to the Beta Test phase and eventual launch. Full Moon Sports Solutions is a strategy consulting firm specializing in business and product development for the fantasy, gaming and sports betting industry. Full Moon is aiding in developing strategic partnerships and licensing opportunities with professional sports leagues and associations. Raging Moose is a technology consulting group specializing in game design and gameplay mechanics. The group is assisting GameBlazers in developing a proprietary Item Distribution Framework that assigns the Athletes, Multipliers, Rarities and other forms of metadata, to the in-game Items. The firm has experience working on FIFA Ultimate Team, as well as other major video games with similar mechanics to those on the GameBlazers platform. “In any start-up environment, surrounding yourself with the smartest minds in the industry and creating a network of strategic partnerships is the cornerstone for success,” said Rourke Sturthers, CEO of GameBlazers. “GameBlazers is unlike anything the daily fantasy market has seen, so bringing in Full Moon Sports Solutions and Raging Moose was paramount to making sure our vision for the platform was met. From both companies’ previous work, we know that GameBlazers will bridge the gap between the modern and future worlds of fantasy sports, and live up to its unique user experience.” GameBlazers is set to launch before the 2023 football season. For updates and information about the platform, check out GameBlazers.com. About GameBlazers GameBlazers is a new sports gaming platform bridging the gap between the digital and physical worlds into a first-of-its-kind user experience. GameBlazers blends the best elements of fantasy sports, sports gaming, and collectible in-game items to create a more sustainable and more engaging gameplay. GameBlazers enables innovative gameplay mechanics that give Players the opportunity to be the Owner, GM and Coach of their Fantasy Franchise. For more information or to join the beta, please visit: https://www.gameblazers.com/ Contact Details Sterling Randle srandle@hotpaperlantern.com Company Website https://www.gameblazers.com/

July 25, 2023 10:01 AM Eastern Daylight Time

Minuteman Press Franchise Owners Jim and Seamus Mooney Celebrate 5 Years and Relocation to Clark, NJ with Grand Opening Event

Minuteman Press International Inc

Jim and Seamus Mooney have a lot to celebrate lately. The father-son team behind the Minuteman Press franchise in Clark, NJ (formerly Westfield) held their Grand Opening Palooza Event on June 22, 2023 as they celebrated their relocation to Clark as well as 5 years in business. Minuteman Press in Clark is located at 1120 Raritan Road, Suite 2, Clark NJ 07066. The grand opening event for Minuteman Press in Clark, NJ was sponsored by the Irish Business Association and featured live music, food trucks, vendors, and more. The Irish Business Association also recently honored Minuteman Press in Clark by awarding Jim and Seamus their Company of the Year Award. In addition, Jim and Seamus continue to hit new monthly sales milestones for their business. On the relocation, Jim shares, “We opened our doors on June 1, 2018. We have been in business for 5 years and we were looking for a larger production facility. Today, Minuteman Press Clark is a full-service printing, mail-house, and marketing design firm. We specialize in apparel (screen printing and embroidery), signage, paper based products (booklets, brochures, letterhead, envelopes, etc.) promotional products, mailings and graphic design.” Over the past 5 years, Jim has helped grow the family business through networking with a heavy focus on community involvement. He is President and an active member of Greater Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce, which includes multiple towns in Union County. Jim also appreciates being able to put his own stamp on Clark, Westfield and the surrounding community through his business. On that note, Jim says, “We have a lot of pride when we see our work displayed or distributed in the community – storefronts, window signage, direct mail, brochures, business cards – it’s always great to get kudos from happy clients.” Jim’s professional background includes managing strategic marketing for multi-unit franchise brands across various industries, most notably, McDonald’s Corporation working on the Company and Ad Agency side of the QSR industry. Jim says, “As the majority of my career was spent in franchise marketing, I am a true believer in franchising. Because I worked in advertising agencies where we had production and graphic design capabilities; I was very comfortable buying this business.” Jim continues, “I look at Minuteman Press as an ad agency for other businesses in Clark and Westfield and the surrounding towns. My career skills match up really well with what we are doing, and I am proud of our capabilities as well as the infrastructure we have in place being part of the Minuteman Press franchise family.” Speaking of family, while Jim concentrates on marketing the business, his son Seamus handles the operations. Prior to Minuteman Press, Seamus worked in recruiting and education operations management. Jim says, “Seamus is fantastic as our Vice President of Operations and I couldn’t do this without him. We’re a good team because we complement each other’s skills.” What’s it like going to work every day as a father and son? “It's an opportunity most people don't get to have,” Seamus Mooney said. “It's been great getting to work together for over five years — I've learned a lot during this time about business and life. Having a family business is rewarding." “It is fantastic to work with my son Seamus and to see him grow strategically and operationally as our vice president of operations,” Jim Mooney added. “Seamus is also a great thought partner in the business. It is a unique and fun experience.” Minuteman Press in Clark, NJ is located at at 1120 Raritan Road, Suite 2, Clark NJ 07066. For more information, call 908-857-4644 or visit their website: https://minuteman.com/us/locations/nj/clark/ Learn more about #1 rated Minuteman Press franchise opportunities and read Minuteman Press franchise reviews at https://minutemanpressfranchise.com Contact Details Minuteman Press International Chris Biscuiti +1 631-249-1370 cbiscuiti@mpihq.com Company Website https://minutemanpressfranchise.com

July 25, 2023 10:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Supply Chain Success Prompts ToolsGroup-Lãberit Partnership to Expand into LATAM

ToolsGroup

ToolsGroup, a global leader in retail and supply chain planning and optimization software, and Lãberit, one of Spain’s leading IT companies dedicated to consulting, development, and maintenance of digital solutions for diverse industries worldwide, are proud to announce that together, they are providing award-winning supply chain solutions to Spain and Latin America. The partnership began in 2021, as ToolsGroup explored more avenues for leveraging its powerful AI-driven supply chain planning solutions. In the wake of disruption, interest in probabilistic forecasting and ToolsGroup’s acclaimed solutions began skyrocketing, spurring the search for additional resources to support the company’s increasing scope. At the same time, Lãberit had begun expanding its consulting services to organizations throughout the supply chain sector. The two companies recognized the tremendous potential for a partnership that could meet the increased demand for supply chain solutions across Europe and Latin America. Soon after, ToolsGroup’s probabilistic Demand Planning & Forecasting became the foundation of Lãberit’s Supply Chain & Industry 4.0 offering. The ToolsGroup and Lãberit partnership is already benefiting a large company dedicated to supplying products, services, and solutions to the ceramics and glass sector, supporting them in achieving efficient demand planning and inventory optimization with an end-to-end supply chain solution. With a growing joint customer base and business continuing to develop, Lãberit and ToolsGroup are excited to expand their offering into Spain and Latin America, continuing their close collaboration and delivering supply chain excellence across multiple regions. “For us at Lãberit, the collaboration between our two companies is strategically significant, as we seek to find the most suitable solutions for the entire logistics process. Leveraging cutting-edge technological tools, such as machine learning-based supply chain planning, is paramount in effectively managing uncertainties and optimizing costs across various aspects, including inventory, freight, obsolescence, and potential sales losses,” said Juan Jiménez, Industry Director at Lãberit. “At ToolsGroup, our partnerships are a driving force behind growth and customer success,” said Mauro Adorno, VP of Global Alliances. “We’re excited to see our relationship with Lãberit develop and prosper, powering supply chain transformation and bringing real-world value to customers worldwide.” Want to learn more about how the ToolsGroup Partner Program is transforming supply chains around the globe? Find out more here. About Lãberit Lãberit is a leading company in the software development and technological solutions industry in our country. With a strong focus on innovation and quality, we prioritize the human aspect of our workforce, spread across offices in major cities in Spain and Latin America. Our expertise extends to various sectors, including public administration, banking, insurance, telecommunications and media, energy and utilities, industry, and healthcare. We are also expanding our presence in Latin America, Africa, the United States, the European Union, and the United Kingdom, reflecting our growing interests in these countries. About ToolsGroup ToolsGroup’s innovative AI-powered solutions enable retailers, distributors, and manufacturers to navigate through supply chain uncertainty. Our retail and supply chain planning suites empower a new level of intelligent decision making and unlock powerful business improvements in forecast accuracy, service levels, and inventory - delighting customers and achieving financial and ESG KPIs. Stay in touch with ToolsGroup on LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube, or visit www.toolsgroup.com. Contact Details Meir Kahtan +1 917-864-0800 mkahtan@rcn.com Company Website https://www.toolsgroup.com

July 25, 2023 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Evite Collaborates with Lisa Frank on Party Invitations and Greeting Cards

Evite

Evite, the world’s leading digital invitation platform, today announced its partnership with Lisa Frank to launch an assortment of premium invitations and greeting cards incorporating her distinctive designs. The offering will feature Lisa Frank’s recognizable patterns including leopard print, rainbows, hearts and stars, as well as her signature characters like unicorns, puppies, kittens, aliens and tigers. Lisa Frank is cherished among millennials who view the whimsical brand as a staple of their childhoods, while newly presenting to Gen-Z audiences as a fresh, multi-faceted lifestyle brand that is as current as ever. The designs will be available for all users who are inspired to throw colorful and vibrant celebrations including birthdays and bachelorette parties. They’ll also be available for kids’ birthday parties and any other celebration full of rainbows, animals and bold patterns. “Lisa Frank is such an iconic and beloved brand and not only do its designs hold a special place in the hearts of so many, but its graphics and signature style fit so naturally with invitations across a range of party themes,” said David Yeom, CEO of Evite. “We’re thrilled to be working with Lisa Frank and excited to offer these bright, lively designs to our customers.” “Any party planner looking to throw a vibrant, joyful celebration will have an invitation to match through our partnership with Evite,” said Forrest Green, Head of Brand at Lisa Frank. “Our brand’s dedicated fans can use this collection to jumpstart their next event!” Last year, Evite also collaborated with Disney to launch a collection of invitations based on the most popular characters from Disney, Marvel, Pixar and Star Wars. Evite also recently launched Sesame Street invitations and will soon be launching more collaborations as the company looks to add key characters and brands to its invitation and greeting card offerings. To learn more about the Lisa Frank partnership, please visit www.evite.com. About Evite Evite is the world's leading digital invitation platform focused on bringing people together face-to-face. With thousands of free and premium customizable designs which can be sent by email or text message, Evite makes celebrating face-to-face easier and more memorable for its 120+ million annual users. Launched in 1998, the company has sent nearly three billion invitations over its history and drives billions of dollars in party-related purchases. Evite is headquartered in Los Angeles. Visit www.evite.com to start planning, get inspired or download the Evite app. About Lisa Frank Lisa Frank is beloved around the globe for its whimsical character world and colorful lifestyle aesthetic. For over four decades, Lisa Frank has spread happiness and joy with millions of fantastic products. Contact Details North 6th Agency for Evite Julia Calabrese +1 215-460-6327 evite@n6a.com

July 24, 2023 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

Miss Universe continues to broaden its unique "pageant-platform-product" ecosystem with the launch of Miss Universe Skincare catering to diverse consumers worldwide

JKN Global Media Public Company Limited

BANGKOK, THAILAND - Media OutReach - 24 July 2023 - The Miss Universe Organization (MUO) introduces Miss Universe Skincare, catering to the diverse and multicultural skincare needs of people from around the world. Born from the powerful mantra of "Every Moment, Beautifully Confident," Miss Universe Skincare embraces the mission of the Miss Universe brand to uplift, empower, and inspire women to embrace their truest selves. Anne Jakapong Jakrajutatip, CEO of JKN Global Group PCL said, "MUO's mission is to elevate the human spirit, encouraging people worldwide to live their best lives. Driven by our unique pageant-platform-product strategy, MUO is now evolving into a platform that impresses people worldwide with inspirational stories. Now, supported by JKN Global Group's extensive distribution network, the MUO platform has finally produced a range of premium products for the Miss Universe brand, with the goal of becoming part of worldwide consumers' everyday life." "For an impressive 72 years, Miss Universe has been an unwavering champion of beauty. It is our privilege and pride to collaborate with two key partners who shares our vision of celebrating diverse women around the world – Olivia Quido, a famous beauty expert with over 20 years of experience in skincare; and Raul Rocha, a prominent veteran entrepreneur with diverse business portfolios, to create Miss Universe Skincare that is blessed with all ingredients to live up with Miss Universe brand's true and original spirit," added Anne. Olivia Quido, CEO and Founder of O Skin Med Spa and O Skincare, said, "I'm thrilled to work with Miss Universe to introduce a collection of high-performance skincare products, containing the most sought-after ingredients from all around the world. We draw inspiration from the seven best natural ingredients from the seven continents, known as MU7C+ (Miss Universe Seven Continents Plus), coupled with a series of advanced ingredients that cater to different skin needs. Our ultimate goal is to bring a universal skincare solution to everyone who is looking to have younger, glowing, radiant skin, and this product line will be ideal for users of all ages and lifestyles." Born from meticulous research, every product in the Miss Universe Skincare line addresses the diverse skincare needs of global consumers. Enhanced with cutting-edge MU7C+ technology and carefully selected, premium-grade ingredients, Miss Universe Skincare products benefit users of all ages, providing universal solutions to issues like hyperpigmentation, discoloration, and acne. Raul Rocha, Board President & Chief Executive Officer of Legacy Holding Group, and partner of Miss Universe Skincare & Spa, said, "The Miss Universe brand is one of the most competitive and famous names in the beauty industry worldwide. There is no skincare product in the world other than Miss Universe Skincare that can bring two important factors - a high-quality product line-up and worldwide name recognition - like the Miss Universe brand." Miss Universe Skincare will become the official skincare brand of the Miss Universe pageant, and all contestants will be brand advocates with exclusive access to the entire Miss Universe Skincare line, as well as rejuvenating facial and skin treatments at Miss Universe Skincare & Spa, which is set to open in Miami, USA, this year. Miss Universe Skincare is a complete array of high-performance, results-driven skincare products, expertly designed to unlock the inner beauty and confidence within each individual. Each of the products will be enhanced with the MU7C+, Cosmetic Drone Technology, and Functional Peptides that are targeted for each specific application. The Miss Universe Skincare collection consists of 9 products: Fresh Face Milky Cleanser, Bright Lights Toner, Dewlight Glow Daily Moisturizer, Golden Glow Face Serum, In the Spotlight Sunscreen, Satin & Silk Micro Exfoliant Powder, Diamond Glow Mask, Light Up Eye Cream, and Dream Big Night Cream. The following MU7C+ ingredients used in Miss Universe Skincare products are sustainably sourced from the seven continents of the world: -Asian Tea Olive (Southeast Asia) – multipotent infusion to help reverse senescent changes targeting millennials and young consumers. -Baobab Extract (Africa) – firming and moisturizing; the oldest tree is in Namibia, known to be about 1,275 years old and called the "Tree of Life." -AFA (North America) – moisturizer and skin repair actives from Aphanizomenon-flos-aquae (AFA), known as the pristine Klamath Lake blue-green algae in the Pacific Northwest. -Acai Fruit Extract (South America)– super fruit extract rich in Omega 3,6, and 9; antioxidant and moisturizer. -Lichen Extract (Antarctica) – anti-inflammatory properties rich in Usnic Acid. -Snow Algae (Europe) – extracted from red snow algae from the Swiss Alps, which has been found to slow down the skin aging process. -Eucalyptus Extract (Australia) – promotes relaxation and skin conditioning. Miss Universe Skincare is MUO's second branded commercial line, shortly following the successful launch of M*U Beverage, which includes M*U NØR Natural Alkaline Mineral Water and M*U functional beverages. The new skincare line will be officially unveiled at the 72nd MISS UNIVERSE competition in El Salvador in November 2023, after which the products will be available for purchase on https://missuniverseskincare.com. JKN Global Media Public Company Limited MUO is owned by JKN Global Group Public Company Limited, a major media, content, and commerce holding company (Stock Exchange of Thailand: JKN).JKN Global and its subsidiaries provide services and distribute copyrighted content sourced from around the globe, including TV shows, documentaries, and feature films. JKN's content has driven phenomenal ratings on various television stations, including their digital TV channel JKN18. The company also has several goods and product lines. JKN stands for Jakapong Network, derived from the name of Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director Anne Jakapong Jakrajutatip. As JKN Global Group increases their footprint as a major provider of news and entertainment content in Southeast Asia, they are proud to own the Miss Universe Organization and to help empower the next generation of women leaders. About The Miss Universe Organization The Miss Universe Organization (MUO) exists to advocate for a future forged by women and good for all. It is a global community that supports women to realize their goals through experiences that build self-confidence and create opportunities for success. Their programs provide an international platform to affect positive change through influential humanitarian and professional efforts for 10,000 women who participate annually. The delegates and titleholders are leaders and role models in their communities; they develop personal and professional goals, and inspire others to do the same. To learn more, visit www.missuniverse.com. Contact Details Onravee Tangmeesang +66 64 546 3624 natty@jknglobalgroup.com

July 24, 2023 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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This Asset Class Historically Popular With Ultra Wealthy Investors Has Long Been Overlooked By The Masses – One Company Is Changing That

Vint

By James Wells, Benzinga When it comes to investing, the focus is often directed toward assets like stocks and bonds. However, as investors seek greater diversification and portfolio resilience, alternative investments have gained in popularity. Real estate, gold, and the digital gold of our era, Bitcoin, have all claimed their rightful place in the investment landscape. Nevertheless, despite the growth of alternative asset investing, wine and spirits have long been overlooked. This is in large part due to the steep learning curve of wine investing, which involves challenging details such as valuing specific producers or vintages, or securing allocations from coveted producers. However, with the advent of investing platforms like Vint, wine investing is becoming more accessible. Much like a fine wine that needs time to reveal its true character, these assets have been quietly delivering consistent returns. Alternative Assets Don't Correlate With Traditional Markets The core advantage of alternative assets is their lack of correlation with traditional markets. This means that when stocks and bonds are underperforming, alternative assets like wine and spirits can still thrive. Alternative assets play a key role as a hedge against inflation, while providing exposure to lucrative niches and industries. Take the last two years for example. In the US, inflation has been sky-high due to the overheating caused by Covid-19 relief. However, despite the escalating cost of living, the potential value of fine wine, attributable to its limited availability, may also rise, offering a safeguard against the eroding effects of inflation. Wine And Spirits As An Asset Class Wine and spirits have historically proven to be a robust asset class. They have shown resilience in times of economic downturn and have consistently delivered impressive returns irrespective of market conditions. Like other solid alternative assets like real estate or gold, wine and spirits elevate the risk-adjusted returns of the classic “60/40” portfolio. The following tables compare the returns of hypothetical portfolios, one with a classic 60-30 allocation to stocks and bonds with a 5% allocation each to commodities and real estate, and another with a 5% wine & whiskey, over a 20-year time period. Portfolio Without Wine (2004 - 2023): Source - Vint 2023 Portfolio With Wine (2004 - 2023): Source - Vint 2023 Exposure to a basket of fine wine assets – represented here by the Liv-ex 1000 – a 5% allocation to this asset helped boost portfolio returns by roughly 20% over the past 20 years. The Case For Wine And Spirits There are several advantages to investing in wine and spirits: The Slow Pour: Consistent Returns from Wine Fine wine, the silent performer of the investment world, has been steadily filling investors' glasses with robust returns. Over the past 15 years, this alternative asset investment has yielded a 13.6% annualized return, surpassing the performance of many global equities. Put simply, this implies that investors have the potential to double their investment in a span of roughly six to seven years. Low Correlation With Traditional Markets Like real estate, gold, bitcoin, fine wine and spirits offer a low correlation with traditional assets. This makes them an exceptional addition to a diversified portfolio. Low Volatility A unique property of wine is that the longer you hold it, the less volatile its price becomes. This is a byproduct of a supply and demand imbalance. Namely, as each bottle is savored, the remaining ones become rarer, and their value increases. It's a testament to the law of supply and demand, a principle as timeless as the art of winemaking itself. This makes wine and spirits a great choice for risk-averse investors. Real Assets Investing in wine and spirits is more than a financial endeavor; it's a journey through history. Each bottle is a real asset, a tangible piece of history, a work of art, and, most importantly, a testament to the craftsmanship of its creators. This characteristic alone differentiates wine from several other asset classes such as cryptocurrencies and equities. Vint: A New Era Of Wine & Spirits Investing Vint is a pioneering platform that makes investing in wine and spirits accessible to everyone. Here a some of the core ways Vint is pushing the envelope for the wine and spirits asset class: Collections Curated by Experts Navigating the world of wine and spirits can be as complex as understanding the nuances of a fine Bordeaux. That's where Vint comes in. Vint offers expertly curated collections, simplifying the investment process for investors at all ends of the spectrum. This allows investors to leverage diversified and unique collections based on market data and trends. Securitized Wine & Spirits Vint is the world’s first self-directed and transparent wine and spirits investment platform. They securitize world-class assets, creating opportunities in a historically inaccessible asset class. This innovative approach brings portfolio efficiency and offerings qualified under the SEC’s REG-A+ framework. The Future is Bottled As the boundaries between the digital and physical worlds blur, it's easy to overlook the tangible, timeless investments like fine wine and spirits. Investing in wine and spirits isn't a privilege reserved for the wealthy but a lucrative opportunity now open to all. With Vint, investors can uncork the potential of these assets, savoring the taste of diversification, resilience, and impressive returns. Founded in 2019, Vint set out to financialize fine wine and spirits and create a new asset class. Vint received SEC qualification in 2021, thereby creating the first fully-transparent, efficient platform for wine, spirits, and futures collection investing. Vint offers expert-curated, thematic collections of fine wine & spirits to institutional, accredited, and non-accredited investors. Since launching, Vint has securitized and offered over $6M worth of assets. Through Q3 2022, Vint has generated returns of 28.3% for asset exits on a net annualized basis since inception. Vint is backed by leading investors Montage Ventures, MS&AD Ventures, Goat Rodeo Capital, Fintech Ventures & Slow Ventures. To learn more about Vint, visit Vint.co. This post contains sponsored content. This content is for informational purposes only and not intended to be investing advice. Contact Details Brady Weller Brady@vint.co Company Website https://vint.co/

July 21, 2023 09:25 AM Eastern Daylight Time

With ToolsGroup’s AI-Powered Planning, Legami Delivers Customer-Centric Service While Driving Business Growth

ToolsGroup

ToolsGroup, a global leader in supply chain and retail planning and optimization software, is thrilled to announce it has been selected by Legami, the Italian consumer goods company, to support its supply chain enhancement initiatives for heightened customer satisfaction and business performance through greater forecast accuracy and more nimble inventory management. Legami provides a wide array of products, including stationery, journals, calendars, greeting cards, personal care items, and travel and technology accessories. Its network encompasses a range of channels, including more than 40 brick-and-mortar boutiques, 17 shop-in-shops, an ecommerce site, and 10,000 authorized sellers and strategic partnerships with retail chains worldwide. Legami is proud to deliver more than 4,000 quality products to customers across 70 countries. To achieve a customer-centric supply chain, Legami searched for a planning solution that could reduce its network-wide inventory while maintaining and increasing service levels and business performance. This led to its selection of ToolsGroup Service Optimizer 99+ (SO99+). This automated, AI-powered solution includes Demand Planning & Forecasting and Inventory Optimization. With built-in probabilistic forecasting, it interprets demand signals for improved forecast accuracy, supporting demand-driven inventory planning and more granular control of stock levels. This minimizes inventory, reducing the environmental impact of production and transportation, and positions stock optimally to support both customer satisfaction and financial KPIs. “In today’s fluctuating market, competitive organizations are the ones achieving the optimal balance of resources that satisfies customer demand while propelling business growth," said ToolsGroup CEO, Inna Kuznetsova. “ToolGroup’s AI-driven dynamic planning delivers the demand-sensitive inventory management that helps companies identify and realize untapped business potential. We’re thrilled to partner with Legami to power better, faster planning decisions that lower working capital investments, widen margins, and guarantee a superior customer experience.” Learn more about how ToolsGroup’s solutions help consumer goods companies – like Melitta– increase forecast accuracy and profitability HERE. About Legami Legami (www.legami.com) is an Italian company active in the consumer goods industry, with a wide and varied offering that covers multiple sectors: Stationery, Diaries and Calendars, Greeting Cards, Lifestyle, Beauty, Hi-Tech, Travel and Accessories. With a strong emphasis on innovation, aesthetics, materials and production processes, the pillars of Legami’s corporate philosophy are passion, ethics, transparency, integrity, and respect for people and the environment. The creative soul and heart of Legami are in Italy, where all the products are designed and where the majority of the company’s 300+ employees work. Legami has a global network presence: more than 40 small boutiques owned in Italy, the eCommerce channel www.legami.com, 17 shops-in-shops, over 400 corners, 10,000 authorized sellers and strategic partnerships with the most important bookshops and chains in the world. About ToolsGroup ToolsGroup’s innovative AI-powered solutions enable retailers, distributors, and manufacturers to navigate through supply chain uncertainty. Our retail and supply chain planning suites empower a new level of intelligent decision making and unlock powerful business improvements in forecast accuracy, service levels, and inventory - delighting customers and achieving financial and ESG KPIs. Stay in touch with ToolsGroup on LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube, or visit www.toolsgroup.com. Contact Details Meir Kahtan +1 917-864-0800 mkahtan@rcn.com Company Website https://www.toolsgroup.com

July 20, 2023 10:30 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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