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CapM Advisors Adds Brian DeCicco as Managing Director to Lead Media Practice

CapM

CapM Advisors, an independent mergers and acquisitions advisory firm, is pleased to announce the addition of Brian DeCicco as a Managing Director. Mr. DeCicco is joining the firm’s New York City office to lead its media and information services practice. “We are excited to welcome Brian to our firm. He is widely regarded by leading media companies as a thought leader and an expert with deep competencies and industry relationships“ said Carlo Bronzini, Co-Founder and Partner at CapM. Mr. DeCicco spent over 12 years in mergers and acquisitions advisory at Berkery Noyes, where he led the firm’s media and information services group. He is a SIIA Emerging Leader Award winner, a distinction recognizing rising talent and leaders making a difference in the business information and media industries. He is also a M&A Advisor Emerging Leader Award winner (formerly known as ‘40 Under 40’), a distinction bestowed upon accomplished leaders in the investment banking community. “Brian is a great addition to our growing team,” said François Huré, Co-Founder and Partner at CapM. “His knowledge and capabilities strengthen CapM’s ability to support and deliver great advice to clients in the media and information services industries”. “I am thrilled to be joining CapM. The firm has led many high-profile transactions and I look forward to furthering our capabilities advising leading media, events, software and information services companies. I’m delighted to be partnering with the team and contributing to the firm’s continued success” added Mr. DeCicco. About Brian DeCicco Brian DeCicco has over twelve years of advisory experience in mergers & acquisitions and leads CapM’s media and information services practice. He has completed over 55 transactions within digital and traditional media, events, software and information services. Mr. DeCicco is highly regarded for his sell-side and buy-side M&A expertise and deep domain knowledge, having represented market leading B2B and consumer content, trade show & conference and SaaS & tech-enabled service companies. About CapM Advisors CapM Advisors is an internationally recognized independent mergers and acquisitions advisory firm headquartered in New York City. The firm is focused on delivering senior-level attention and advice to both domestic and international clients. Its business includes strategic and M&A advisory as well as restructuring. Principals at CapM have experience in a range of industries and have completed over $36 billion in transactions. For more information, visit www.cap-m.com. Contact Details CapM Advisors +1 212-502-3370 info@cap-m.com Company Website https://cap-m.com/

May 17, 2021 08:03 AM Eastern Daylight Time

TONI BECK NAMED VICE PRESIDENT OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS FOR COMCAST IN HOUSTON

Comcast Houston

Comcast today announced that Toni Beck has been appointed vice president of External Affairs for the company’s Houston Region. In this role, Beck will be responsible for managing all external affairs activities for the region, including government affairs, communications, community, media, and public relations. Toni has more than 25 years of senior-level experience and has held numerous communications roles throughout her career, most recently as vice president, Communications and Community Relations at NextDecade Corporation. Prior to that, Beck was vice president Communications and Community Relations at Waste Management. “As I learned about Comcast’s focus on providing best-in-class customer experience, a culture where employees can thrive, and closing the digital divide, therefore, ensuring our communities where we live and work are even better than they are today, I knew this was a company that was making a real difference,” said Beck. “I look forward to furthering the Houston team’s work and shining a light on our products and services which continue to change lives for the better.” “We are excited to have Toni join our Comcast Houston team,” said Ralph Martinez, regional senior vice president, Comcast Houston. "She has a proven track record as a results-driven external affairs executive and motivational leader. Her commitment and expertise will be instrumental in telling Comcast’s story to external stakeholders.” Beck received a Bachelor of Social Science Degree in Political Studies from the University of Cape Town, South Africa. Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company that connects people to moments that matter. We are principally focused on broadband, aggregation, and streaming with over 56 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 Michael Bybee +1 281-605-9658 Michael_Bybee@cable.comcast.com Company Website https://houston.comcast.com/

May 17, 2021 07:00 AM Central Daylight Time

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Salem city wide fiber optic broadband deal worth $35 million

SiFi Networks

To allow its citizens to reap the benefits of a 100% fiber optic internet, the city of Salem, MA, signed a contract attracting over $35 million of private investment to create a citywide, fully fiber-based broadband network. The network will be built by fiber infrastructure developer, SiFi Networks and its construction partners. The project will be privately funded by SiFi Networks, with no taxpayer subsidy. With projects like this, the company will transform the US broadband model by operating citywide networks that can be used by multiple service providers, mobile carriers and even the municipality itself. SiFi Networks currently has agreements with cities in six different states to fund, build and operate fiber optic networks. The company has an initial $450 million of capital committed for the coming months with access to an unlimited pool of infrastructure capital to roll out the strategy to hundreds of cities in the coming years. A recent study by the University of Tennessee suggests that competitive fiber networks stimulate financial growth and deliver substantial choice for consumers, with 40% of all jobs created in Hamilton County during the study period attributed to fiber infrastructure. Better connectivity facilitates access to remote learning platforms, e-health applications and home-working, something that has proven crucial during the global pandemic. Faster broadband will also incentivize business, stimulate the city’s economy and support the creation of new jobs — leading to new revenue streams and increased average income levels. Internet Service Providers (ISPs) will also benefit from a shared network because they can run their services on state-of-the-art fiber without the expense of having to build and maintain their own infrastructure. “We’re excited that SiFi and their team will be starting construction on their high-speed fiber network this spring,” said Salem Mayor, Kim Driscoll. “Having a high-speed fiber internet alternative can improve the quality of life for residents, spur greater economic growth and facilitate the installation of smart city technologies. Enhancing access and options for high-speed internet is especially essential during our response and recovery from COVID-19, as we strive to close the digital divide, help more residents access vital online services for work, education and family connections, and simply provide greater choices for our residents and businesses.” Unlike in most European and Asian countries, open access broadband is not common in the US, where the exclusive ownership of broadband networks led to the creation of monopolies that dominate the telecommunications market, inflating prices and depriving consumers of choice. To overcome these issues, the City of Salem selected SiFi Networks to build a privately-funded, independently-operated fiber network. This will guarantee unprecedented broadband quality for all — regardless of average income levels or demographics — and realize what SiFi Networks calls a FiberCity®. In 2019, SiFi Networks began constructing the citywide network in Fullerton, CA, enabling citizens with fast fiber broadband speeds, a greater choice of internet service providers, and the possibility to implement smart city applications such as AI-based traffic control, environmental monitoring, smart lighting and more. Ben Bawtree-Jobson, CEO of SiFi Networks, explained that these benefits will extend to the whole community: “Traditionally, service providers who are also infrastructure providers look for a quick return on investment, so they tend to limit the construction of fiber networks to areas with a higher density of wealthy consumers. “This has exacerbated the country’s staggering digital divide. SiFi Networks has a different business model. We are interested in long-term investments, so we build citywide. We believe that excellent connectivity helps level the playing field.” “SiFi Networks has already identified more than 200 cities that could become FiberCities® in the future and bring fiber to over ten million households across the US,” said Bawtree-Jobson. “We are excited about changing America’s telecommunications landscape and eliminating the digital divide wherever we build our FiberCities®.” For more information on the benefits offered by FiberCities®, visit https://sifinetworks.com. For further information contact: Sara Pickstock, SiFi Networks 55 Madison Ave, Morristown, NJ, 07960 Telephone: +1 (888) 766 9475 www: https://sifinetworks.com e-mail: sara@sifinetworks.com Press enquiries: Jessica Phillips or Zafar Jamati – Stone Junction Ltd 1 St Mary's Place, St Mary's Grove, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST16 2AW Telephone: +44 (0) 1785 225416 e-mail: jessica@stonejunction.co.uk or zafar@stonejunction.co.uk www: www.stonejunction.co.uk About SiFi Networks: SiFi Networks is a privately owned business, funding and deploying competitive 100% fiber networks citywide, across the USA, owning the asset and operating it. A SiFi Networks’ FiberCity® is sustainably built to ensure a future-proof, reliable and robust fiber infrastructure, offering an impeccable level of service to its service providers. As North America’s leading privately-owned open access fiber optic network developer operating in the last mile – we are delivering networks which are inspiring freedom of choice and excellent customer service. Contact Details SiFi Networks Sara Pickstock +1 888-766-9475 sara@sifinetworks.com Company Website https://sifinetworks.com/

May 17, 2021 07:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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New Report by Gennev Shows Gaps in Support for Women’s Health and Why It’s Time to Rethink Menopause

YourUpdateTV

A video accompanying this announcement is available at: https://youtu.be/BClIM0LIYr0 Every woman will go through menopause—that’s an estimated 1.3 million women in the U.S. alone who enter menopause every year, yet the topic of menopause is still taboo. Women feel confused about what’s normal, uncomfortable talking about it, and unprepared to manage “the change.” With conversations around fertility becoming more open, menopause still feels like a secret, and that leads to misinformation and a significant reduction in quality of life for too many women. To demystify menopause Gennev created the first-of-its kind Menopause NOW Report with 120,000 women who shared information about their lives and health over the past year. The report offers unparalleled insight into how women are experiencing menopause, with findings that show: 70% of women reported putting off preventative health appointments in the past year because of the pandemic 49% reported using telehealth for menopause care 92% reported more stress on top of menopause-related anxiety in the past year Founded and led by women, Gennev is a Seattle-based digital health platform that offers holistic and comprehensive support for women in all stages of menopause. They offer women a virtual clinic with OBGYNs and health coaches on staff, in addition to educational services, community, and wellness products. The results of this year's Menopause NOW report demonstrate women’s need for more comprehensive support from specialized doctors, health coaches, and their fellow women – services all provided by Gennev. Take your personal menopause assessment at www.gennev.com, join the #IAmTheChange movement, and become part of the largest menopause community online. Watch Gennev’s video of women sharing their stories, then add your own voice. Click here to watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GwThI2V25mc&feature=youtu.be About YourUpdateTV: YourUpdateTV is a social media video portal for organizations to share their content. It includes separate channels for Health and Wellness, Lifestyle, Media and Entertainment, Money and Finance, Social Responsibility, Sports and Technology. Contact Details YourUpdateTV +1 212-736-2727 yourupdatetv@gmail.com

May 14, 2021 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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NORTH SIXTH GROUP WELCOMES SUPER BOWL CHAMPION NDAMUKONG SUH AS ADVISOR

North Sixth Group

North Sixth Group, a family office operating company with a vision to invest in Passion, Purpose and Progress, today announced the appointment of NFL all-pro defensive lineman and Super Bowl champion Ndamukong Suh to its Board of Advisors effective immediately. Off the field, Suh is an engineer, entrepreneur and investor who strives to inspire the next generation of young athletes and “unexpected” investors to create generational wealth through continued smart investment decisions. In addition to his investment portfolio, Suh is a Partner in HMS Development, a real estate company focused on mixed-use development projects. The company is spearheading several sites dedicated to uplifting communities and promoting Black business owners and business owners of color. “I have had the pleasure of getting to know Ndamukong and have valued his perspectives, contributions and insights on business and community activities,” said Matt Rizzetta, Chairman of North Sixth Group. “Ndamukong’s journey embodies the values of Passion, Purpose and Progress which we use to guide us on business and community initiatives in which we invest and operate. We are honored to welcome Ndamukong to the North Sixth Group family.” As a member of the Board of Advisors, Suh will support the company with strategic counsel on portfolio investments, operating strategies and community involvement. “I share in North Sixth Group’s dedication to Passion, Purpose and Progress,” said Ndamukong Suh. “I look forward to contributing to the continued growth and expansion of the company’s portfolio, especially working alongside Matt and his team on innovation and corporate citizenship initiatives.” Among the holdings in North Sixth Group’s portfolio of companies are businesses across media, marketing, technology, sports and entertainment, and emerging markets. For more information on North Sixth Group, visit www.NorthSixthGroup.com. North Sixth Group LLC is a family office operating company. The company has wholly owned and minority interests in a variety of investments across multiple sectors all sharing a common vision of Passion, Purpose and Progress. Included in the North Sixth Group family of companies are leading public relations firm N6A; modern marketing and content house Studios; professional European football club SS Campobasso; and other holdings across media, marketing, technology, sports and entertainment, and emerging markets. Additionally, North Sixth Group dedicates financial, networking and human capital resources to community-based and philanthropic initiatives geared toward Passion, Purpose and Progress. Contact Details Media Inquiries Carrie Booze +1 619-450-3743 cbooze@n6a.com Company Website https://northsixthgroup.com/

May 14, 2021 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

4th ANNUAL LEADERS IN LIFE SCIENCES BREAKFAST ROUNDTABLE BRINGS KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS TOGETHER

LevLane

The 4 th Annual Leaders in Life Sciences breakfast roundtable will take place at 7:00AM – 9:00AM EST on May 18, 2021, hosted by LevLane, Boston Healthcare Associates, and Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney. Select healthcare business leaders will participate in a two-hour virtual roundtable discussion moderated by Stephen K. Klasko, M.D., M.B.A., President and CEO, Thomas Jefferson University and Jefferson Health. Topics will include insights to driving innovation, stakeholder perspectives, investment opportunities, and challenges relating to the future of digital healthcare. The goal of the roundtable is to have an interactive session where panelists can share meaningful insights and learnings with each other. Following the meeting, the discussion’s key insights, learnings, and implications will be summarized and shared with industry entities, as well as other key insight communications. “This event has been successful in years past and we’re excited for this year’s discussion given historic structural changes in healthcare delivery that we have observed over the last 15 months. It’s more important than ever to stay connected, for us as industry leaders and for policymakers, providers and consumers,” said Thomas Goss, PharmD, Senior Vice President, Boston Healthcare Associates. Edward Allera, Shareholder, Buchanan, Ingersoll & Rooney PC, agrees. “It’s beneficial for so many to produce meaningful collaborations when it comes to institutions, services, products, innovations and research. I’m happy to help create a platform to make this possible,” said Allera. Panelists will include: Amy Abernethy, M.D., Ph.D., Former Principal Deputy Commissioner & Acting CIO, FDA Tom Cassels, M.P.P, President, Rock Health Quinn Dufurrena, DDS, JD, Chief Dental Officer of United Concordia Dental Mark Haig Khachaturian, Ph.D., Chief Technology Officer, Wellvii Allison Oelschlaeger, BSFS, Director & Chief Data Officer, CMS Christopher T. Olivia, MD, Chief Executive Officer, Rothman Orthopaedic Institute Samantha (Mandy) J. Pulliam, MD, Chief Medical Officer, Renovia, Inc. Wendy Sanhai, Ph.D., M.B.A., Specialist Leader, Deloitte Consulting, FDA Richard Schwabacher, Senior Vice President of Digital Health and Chief Digital Officer, BioReference Laboratories, Inc. Michael Sherman, MD, M.B.A., Executive Vice President & Chief Medical Officer, Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and Tufts Health Plan “There’s so much talent and many bright minds in the life sciences industry. It’s crucial to bring this group together and give them the opportunity to share knowledge and introduce insights to their peers on a regular basis,“ said Timmy Garde, Chief Innovation Leader, LevLane. Attendance to the 4 th Annual Leaders in Life Sciences Breakfast Roundtable is limited. Please register at: LeadersInLifeSciences051821.com. Key insights will be released following the roundtable discussion. About Leaders in Life Sciences Leaders in Life Sciences is a partnership of LevLane, Boston Healthcare, and Buchanan, Ingersoll & Rooney PC. The group was formed to bring together thought leaders in the Life Science space to provide insights and solutions to the biggest challenges facing the industry. To learn more about Leaders in Life Sciences contact Timmy Garde at tgarde@levlane.com, Edward Allera at edward.allera@bipc.com, or Thomas Goss at tgoss@bostonhealthcare.com. Contact Details Liz Weir +1 610-401-4825 lweir@levlane.com Company Website https://www.levlane.com

May 14, 2021 07:01 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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ULTATEL Upgrades Entire Product Lineup with Video Conferencing to Enhance Collaboration and Increase Productivity

ULTATEL, LLC

ULTATEL, a leading provider of cloud-based phone systems for businesses of all sizes, today announced a new video conferencing tool, which is now included with its entire product line of cloud-hosted communication solutions. ULTATEL’s innovative communications architecture delivers HD video quality that seamlessly integrates with existing applications for team messaging, contact, file sharing and calendar management. The company’s video conferencing solution allows users to seamlessly collaborate pre-meeting, in-meeting and post-meeting with an unlimited duration for up to 100 participants. ULTATEL’s video conferencing capabilities reinforce an innovative step in the age of the COVID-19 pandemic. This solution embraces a hybrid workforce for employees to collaborate seamlessly without complicating business workflows. As working remotely has become the new norm, digital collaboration providers like ULTATEL and its new video conferencing solution pave the way for teams to stay connected anytime, anyplace and anywhere. “ULTATEL’s new video conferencing solution is transforming workforce environments as companies acclimate to a hybrid in-office/virtual model,” said ULTATEL Founder and Chief Executive Officer Amr Ibrahim. “We’re excited to empower organizations to innovate from anywhere by maximizing ULTATEL’s business communications for their remote teams. We are fortunate to be able to include this now with all of our cloud-based phone systems as part of our new regular offering.” Key features of ULTATEL’s video conferencing include: Conference Bridges: Every user gets a conference bridge on the Premium and Ultimate plan. Participants: 2-100 per conference bridge. Third-party Integrations: Integrations are available for Google and Microsoft Calendars. Streaming: Larger organizations with more than 100 attendees can implement streaming through YouTube and allow anyone with the link to watch and listen. “One of the many ways we innovate for our customers is to provide them with the highest quality product, with the most features, at the lowest price -- helping our customers to be more productive and grow wildly,” said ULTATEL’s Director of Marketing, Tim Phelps. “With video conferencing now available on all of our products; we may not all be in the same place, but we can work closer than ever before. ” ULTATEL’s new video conferencing solution comes on the heels of the company’s recently launched integration with Microsoft Teams. ULTATEL’s Teams SBC is a Microsoft-certified Session Border Controller (SBC) for Teams Direct Routing that allows organizations to connect their Teams users to the outside public switched telephone network (PSTN) so they can easily make and receive calls. ULTATEL’s SBC is a 100% cloud based solution delivering secure, real-time communications without compromising scale and performance. To learn more about ULTATEL’s cloud-based business phone system, visit ultatel.com. About ULTATEL ULTATEL is a leading provider of cloud-based phone solutions. Through its Clarity unified communications platform, companies can have all of their voice, video, fax, SMS and audio conferencing services on one affordable system. The platform includes more than 40 enterprise-grade features, helps companies operate from single or multiple locations seamlessly using desktop phones, softphones or mobile apps while integrating with Microsoft Teams, contact centers and CRMs. ULTATEL's vision is to completely change how companies conduct business by delivering the most comprehensive suite of unified cloud-based telephony services, dramatically improving responsiveness, increasing productivity, enhancing globalization efficiencies, and reducing operating costs so that businesses can most effectively compete both today and in the future. Visit ultatel.com. Contact Details Noe Sacoco +1 408-340-8130 ultatel@trustrelations.agency Company Website https://www.ultatel.com/

May 13, 2021 12:15 PM Eastern Daylight Time

LOOMIS Delivers a Dozen Awards for Texas Oncology Ad Campaign

LOOMIS

The LOOMIS Agency delivered big for client Texas Oncology, taking home 12 awards at the 38 th Annual Healthcare Advertising Awards show, including the Gold Award for “Total Advertising Campaign.” The agency won five Gold, one Silver, four Bronze and two Merit awards for its “Right Here” campaign. “We are so pleased with the recognition,” said Steven Paulson, M.D, president and chairman of Texas Oncology. “The ‘Right Here’ campaign has been very well received by all of our stakeholders because it does a wonderful job communicating our important difference as a provider of oncology treatment and care.” Texas Oncology’s 500+ physicians deliver leading-edge cancer care at its 210 locations in communities across the state, so patients don’t have to travel far from home to receive the expert treatment they need. “That’s a big difference for Texas Oncology patients and it’s the basis of our campaign,” said LOOMIS account director Christina McKinney. “With Texas Oncology, patients don’t have to disrupt their lives to get the care they need,” McKinney said. “They can stay at home surrounded by the love and support of family and friends.” The campaign launched January 1, 2021 and is running statewide across all major media channels, including television, digital display and video, print, outdoor, search and social. There were more than 4,400 entries for this year’s Annual Healthcare Ad Awards, making it the largest healthcare advertising awards competition and placing it among the top 10 advertising awards shows in the country. About LOOMIS: LOOMIS is a full-service advertising agency in Dallas specializing in defining and leveraging strategic advantages for national and regional challenger brands. The agency was founded in 1984 by Paul Loomis, a composer and musician who earned a national reputation for brand-image music development. The agency was expanded in 1998 to meet growing client demand. Today, LOOMIS offers clients a unique blend of advertising and music production. Learn more at theloomisagency.com. About Texas Oncology: Texas Oncology is an independent private practice with more than 500 physicians and 210 locations across the state. Meeting the oncology needs of Texans for more than 35 years, the practice includes Texas Center for Proton Therapy, Texas Breast Specialists, Texas Oncology Surgical Specialists, and Texas Center for Interventional Surgery. As a lead participant in US Oncology Research, Texas Oncology played a role in the development of more than 90 FDA-approved therapies, about one-third of all cancer therapies approved to date. For more information, visit TexasOncology.com. Contact Details LOOMIS Lauren Law +1 214-912-1543 lauren.law@theloomisagency.com Company Website https://theloomisagency.com

May 13, 2021 09:15 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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LevLane Announces Multiple Promotions and Role Changes

LevLane

LevLane, a full-service, award-winning ad agency, now in its 37th year, has announced multiple promotions as the agency continues to see strong growth. “We are so proud of this team. Over the past year we have experienced challenges we never anticipated and despite that our team has continued to deliver,” said Josh Lev, SVP | Brand Engagement of LevLane. “As we emerge from one of the most difficult times in memory, we are excited to look to the future and the team who will help to get us there.” Web Development Megan Hegarty has been promoted to Vice President, Digital Services. Senior Living Beth Simos has been promoted to Vice President, Director of Client Engagement. Creative Taylor Irwin has been promoted to Associate Creative Director. Steven Graziano has been promoted to Senior Art Director. Joe Schoppy has been promoted to Senior Copywriter. Digital Media Ed Stec has been promoted to Vice President, Paid Search Director. Sarita Shinde has been promoted to Digital Analytics Manager. Life Sciences MaryPat Siwak has been promoted to Account Director. Gina Gattis has been promoted to Account Supervisor. Samantha Spurrier has been promoted to Account Executive. Content & Digital Strategy Gabrielle Costello has been promoted to Director of Content. Michele Burns has moved into the role of Content Project Manager. Tyler Heileman has moved into the role of Digital Content Writer. Emily Glorioso has moved into the role of Social Media Specialist. About LevLane LevLane is an award-winning, full-service, independent advertising agency in Philadelphia, PA that has been building brands that people love for nearly 40 years. Contact Details LevLane Liz Weir +1 610-401-4825 lweir@levlane.com Company Website https://www.levlane.com

May 13, 2021 07:06 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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