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Omaha-based startup Workshop raises $5M to streamline internal email and communications

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OMAHA, Neb., July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Workshop, a delightful platform for distributing and measuring internal email and communications, has raised $5.2 million in additional seed funding.

 

Workshop, a delightful platform for distributing and measuring internal email, has raised $5.2 million in seed funding.

The round was led by McCarthy Capital out of their Emerging Growth strategy. It also included support from a group of prominent Silicon Valley and Midwest venture funds, including Coelius Capital, All Access Fund, Invest Nebraska, and M25.

This additional round of investment follows a pre-seed round for $3.5 million in April 2021. In the last year, Workshop has developed a standout platform for internal email and built up a customer base that’s responsible for communications to over 50,000 employees every month, from Fortune 100 companies to beloved brands like Lime and Home Chef.

“Evolving work styles and the shift toward hybrid workplaces have increased the importance of employee communication,” said BJ Hansen, Managing Director at McCarthy Capital. “Workshop enables companies to better connect and engage with their employees. We are excited to work with the experienced team at Workshop to support their efforts to become the leading platform for internal communications.”

Workshop was co-founded in 2020 by Rick Knudtson (former founder of Flywheel), Ben Stevinson, and Derek Homann (former founders of Median). The group came together with a shared vision to help other organizations create positive, engaging company culture through great internal communication.

“We’re excited to partner with McCarthy Capital through the next phase of growth. They believe in our product vision, our team, and the opportunity in the market,” said CEO and co-founder Rick Knudtson. “With the new capital, we’ll double down on our product strategy and work to provide even more robust solutions for internal communications teams across the world.”

The startup plans to use the funds to continue to fuel product innovation and accelerate hiring, with a current focus on recruiting engineering and sales talent.

Workshop also announced the official launch of their new Automatic Lists feature, which enables internal communications teams to integrate with their best employee data sources and create their own automatically updated distribution lists (without the need for IT support). Workshop is able to deliver this feature by offering more integrations than any other internal email platform, enabling teams to pull in employee contact data from Outlook or Google, their HRIS system (including UKG, Workday, and more), or their payroll software (including Gusto, ADP, and more).

“We’re really excited to expand Workshop’s contact management and integrations to meet customers where they’re at, no matter what tooling they’re already using,” said Chief Technology Officer and co-founder Ben Stevinson. “We’ve seen a strong signal that we’re able to solve our customer’s biggest internal comms pain points in a way that hasn’t been possible before.”

For more information and to request a demo, head to useworkshop.com. ABOUT WORKSHOP

Workshop is the most effective way to create, send, and measure employee emails and branded internal communications across distributed teams. It’s intentionally built for internal use, with easy drag-and-drop templates, automatically updated distribution lists, and valuable engagement data. It also integrates with all of the internal communication channels you already use, including Slack, Sharepoint, SMS, Microsoft Teams, and more. Make every internal email a great employee experience with Workshop!

ABOUT MCCARTHY CAPITAL

McCarthy Partners Management, LLC is a registered investment advisor that conducts business as McCarthy Capital. McCarthy Capital, headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, is focused exclusively on lower middle-market companies. For more than 35 years, the McCarthy organization has been partnering with founders, families and exceptional management teams to support the growth of their companies. More information about McCarthy Capital can be obtained at www.mccarthycapital.com.


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Financial Crime Compliance Expert Tracy Angulo Joins Treliant as Managing Director for Financial Crimes and Fraud Solutions

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WASHINGTON, Jan. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Treliant, an essential consulting partner to the global financial services industry, has named Tracy Angulo as Managing Director with the firm’s Financial Crimes and Fraud Solutions team. Her appointment reflects Treliant’s commitment to helping financial institutions, fintechs, and cryptocurrency businesses prevent money laundering and terrorist financing, establish risk resilience in their programs and preserve operational efficiency.

Tracy has over 20 years’ experience in financial crime compliance, most recently as a Director at Guidehouse Inc. There, she served in critical roles guiding clients in building and enhancing their Bank Secrecy Act/Anti-Money Laundering (BSA/AML) obligations. She has also served as the Acting Global KYC/Customer Onboarding Director for a top cryptocurrency exchange, the Acting Deputy BSA/AML Officer for a U.S. based fintech, and Acting Manager of the financial intelligence unit for a large trust company and broker-dealer. Tracy also was a Principal Attorney Investigator with the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) where she led complex financial crime investigations into AML violations, securities fraud, Ponzi schemes, insider trading, market manipulation, and fraudulent securities offerings.

“Our clients are under relentless pressure to stay ahead of evolving financial crimes, with bad actors continuously targeting financial institutions, fintechs, and digital asset companies,” said John Arvanitis, Senior Managing Director, Financial Crimes and Fraud Solutions. “Tracy’s unmatched expertise—combining frontline experience, advisory insight, and a regulator’s precision—equips our clients to tackle threats head-on and protect their enterprises with confidence.”

“Our industry is at a turning point, with financial crimes growing in scale and sophistication, putting businesses and their reputations at greater risk,” said Tracy. “My focus is on helping our clients build resilient, future-ready programs that not only meet regulatory expectations but also instill trust and confidence in their stakeholders. By leveraging deep industry knowledge and a proactive approach, we can equip organizations to stay ahead of threats and succeed in an increasingly complex landscape.”

About Treliant

Treliant is an essential consulting firm serving banks, fintechs, mortgage originators, and servicers, and other companies providing financial services globally. We are led by practitioners from the industry and the regulatory community who bring deep domain knowledge to help our clients drive business change and address the most pressing compliance, regulatory, and operational challenges.

We provide data-driven, technology-enabled consulting, implementation, staffing, and managed services solutions to the financial crimes, regulatory compliance, risk, credit, and capital markets functions of our clients.

Founded in 2005, Treliant is headquartered in Washington, DC, with offices across the United States, Europe, and Asia. To learn more visit www.treliant.com.

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Duda Among the 100 Best Startups and Tech Companies to Work For in the U.S.

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The web building platform for digital agencies, SaaS platforms, and web professionals was recognized by Built In’s 2025 Best Places to Work Awards.

BOULDER, Colo., Jan. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Built In today announced that Duda, the leading white label website building platform for agencies and web professionals serving small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), was honored in its 2025 Best Places To Work Awards. Duda earned a place on the following lists:

100 Best U.S. Companies to Work For in 2025100 Best U.S. Midsize Companies to Work For in 2025100 Best Places to Work in Colorado in 2025100 Best Midsize Places to Work in Colorado in 2025

The annual awards program includes companies of all sizes, from startups to those in the enterprise, and honors both remote-first employers as well as companies in large tech markets across the U.S.

“We’re thrilled to be named one of the best places to work in the U.S. by Built In,” says Itai Sadan, co-founder and CEO of Duda. “By promoting company values such as openness, care and growth, and providing employees with opportunities to work on cutting-edge innovation, including AI for digital web presence generation, we cultivate a strong work culture and environment where employees feel constantly challenged, inspired, and able to grow their careers.”

Built In determines the winners of Best Places to Work based on an algorithm, using company data about compensation and benefits. To reflect the benefits candidates are searching for more frequently on Built In, the program also weighs criteria like remote and flexible work opportunities, programs for DEI and other people-first cultural offerings. 

As a global company with teams in the U.S., Israel, Canada, UK, Brazil, and the Philippines, Duda strives to provide an encouraging, collaborative, and fulfilling culture for all team members. Employees thrive in a hybrid environment that combines remote and on-site work and promotes connection, teamwork, and personal growth. “At Duda, our team members are empowered to make a meaningful impact by working closely with customers, solving complex challenges, and driving innovation. This meaningful work, coupled with our commitment to career development, enables our people to excel while maintaining a healthy work-life balance and overall wellbeing,” says Steven Carroll, VP of People & Talent at Duda.

“Being recognized as a Best Place to Work is a testament to these companies’ commitment to building a workplace where individuals and innovation thrive,” says Built In CEO and Founder, Maria Christopoulos Katris. “At Built In, we understand that great companies are powered by great teams, and this achievement showcases their dedication to fostering a culture of growth, inclusivity, and excellence. Congratulations on this well-deserved honor.”

About Duda   
Duda is a leading white label web building platform for digital agencies, SaaS platforms, and web professionals offering web design services to SMBs. From its industry-leading AI Assistant to advanced API-driven automation workflows, Duda offers web professionals a comprehensive suite of tools to build pixel-perfect, feature-rich websites efficiently and at scale–all on a flexible platform that can be fully customized to match their go-to-market strategy and ideal customer experience. As the top platform for Core Web Vitals, a critical metric for SEO performance, Duda makes it easy for web professionals to deliver a superior digital presence and outstanding performance to their customers under their own brand. More than 20,000 organizations have trusted Duda to build 1 million active websites. For more information, visit www.duda.co.

About Built In   
Built In is the “always on” recruiting platform that reaches the tech professionals that other leading recruiting platforms don’t. Designed to help companies hire expert tech talent, Built In continuously drives brand awareness with content. Monthly, millions of the industry’s most in-demand global tech professionals visit our site to stay ahead of tech trends and news, learn skills to accelerate their careers, find the right job opportunities and get hired. Thousands of companies, from fast-growing startups to the largest enterprises rely on Built In. By putting their stories in front of our uniquely engaged audience, we help them hire otherwise hard-to-reach technical and expert talent. www.builtin.com

About Built In’s Best Places to Work   
Built In’s annual Best Places to Work program honors companies with the best total rewards packages across the U.S. and in the following tech hubs: Atlanta, Austin, Boston, Chicago, Colorado, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle and Washington DC. Best Places to Work is distinct because its algorithm selects tech companies that build their offerings specifically around what tech professionals value in a workplace. https://employers.builtin.com/best-places-to-work

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AIMA Unveils Game-Changing 2025 eBike Lineup at CES: Better Performance, More Freedom

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LAS VEGAS, Jan. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — AIMA Technology Group (https://www.aimatech.com/), a global leader in sustainable mobility, is proud to unveil its groundbreaking 2025 eBike lineup at CES 2025. This launch represents a pivotal step in the evolution of sustainable transportation, with a collection designed to redefine performance, style, and freedom for riders worldwide.

AIMA’s New Brand Proposition: “Better Performance, More Freedom”

AIMA’s 2025 strategy is defined by its new brand proposition: “Better Performance, More Freedom.” This philosophy underscores the company’s commitment to delivering innovative products, empowering riders, and fostering stronger dealer partnerships.

Better Performance: Engineered for advanced functionality, exceptional durability, and effortless usability, AIMA’s eBikes ensure every ride exceeds expectations.More Freedom: Riders enjoy seamless exploration and sustainable living, while dealers benefit from unparalleled growth opportunities.

AIMA’s Vision for 2025

AIMA’s 2025 roadmap focuses on four strategic pillars to elevate the eMobility experience:

Continuing dealer-focusing strategy and expanding the Dealer Network: Partnering with independent bike shops to bring premium eBikes closer to communities.Strengthening Product Competitiveness: Leading the sub $2,000 eBike category with innovative, affordable offerings.Enhancing Customer Engagement: Creating interactive experiences such as demo rides and Ebike educational material.Unveiling New Models: Launching diverse eBikes for urban commuters and off-road adventurers alike.

The Lexus of eBikes 

AIMA has earned the title “The Lexus of E-Bikes” for its premium design and unmatched performance. Clint Hough of Trick Ebikes in California praises AIMA’s seamless blend of manufacturing expertise, stringent quality control, and forward-thinking innovation.

2025 Product Highlights

AIMA’s 2025 lineup introduces eight new models and three upgraded designs, each tailored to meet diverse rider needs:

Key West: Sleek and ergonomic, perfect for city commuters.Venice: A Rizoma collaboration featuring futuristic aesthetics and practicality.Manhattan: A folding eBike designed for seamless urban mobility.Rocky: A rugged eMTB for outdoor enthusiasts.Also a new key model to be unveiled on January 8 at the CES: Built with unmatched durability and power, this all-terrain eBike lives up to the slogan “Built Like a Tank.”

Angela Zheng, CEO of AIMA E-Bike, shared, “Our 2025 eBike lineup blends performance, functionality, and commuter elegance. These eBikes are designed for everyone—from urban commuters to weekend adventurers—highlighting our commitment to innovation, quality, and sustainability. Collaborations with pioneers like Rizoma, Bafang, and Rob Janoff have ensured that every model offers a unique, premium experience.”

Pioneering collaborations:

Rizoma: Known for precision engineering and premium materials, Rizoma brought innovative Italian design concepts to the Venice eBike.Bafang: A leader in e-mobility electrical system, Bafang’s motors power AIMA’s eBikes with unmatched efficiency and reliability.Rob Janoff: The iconic designer behind the Apple logo crafted AIMA’s modern and sleek brand identity, reinforcing its premium image.

Innovative Features

AIMA’s eBikes deliver an unparalleled riding experience with cutting-edge advancements:

Enhanced Battery Technology: Lightweight, long-range batteries provide greater freedom for exploration.High-Performance Motors: Powered by AIMA’s trusted partner, Bafang, these efficient and reliable motors ensure smooth and effortless rides, even on challenging terrains.Safety First: Equipped with hydraulic disc brakes and intelligent torque sensors, AIMA eBikes offer superior control and stability.Ergonomic Design: Rider-centric designs prioritize comfort and accessibility for an exceptional experience.

Shaping the Future of Electric Mobility 

From the rugged versatility of the Rocky to the sleek sophistication of the Manhattan, AIMA’s 2025 eBike lineup reflects a commitment to creating a greener, connected future. Every model empowers riders to explore confidently and sustainably. In 2025, NBDA recognizes AIMA as the “Best IBD Partner” as its dealer-first approach is a game-changer for independent bike shops, fostering trust and expertise in communities.

Visit AIMA at CES 2025 

Join AIMA at Booth 10947 in the North Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center to experience the 2025 lineup firsthand. Discover why AIMA sets the gold standard in eMobility and paves the way for sustainable transportation.

Special Invitation: January 8 Product Launch Event Don’t miss AIMA’s exclusive product launch event on January 8, 2025, at 11:00 AM. Be among the first to witness the unveiling of our latest groundbreaking eBike model and explore the future of sustainable mobility.

About AIMA E-Bike

AIMA E-Bike leads the industry in sustainable electric mobility, delivering high-quality eBikes tailored to riders seeking style, performance, and reliability. Through continuous innovation and collaboration, AIMA is transforming the way people move, making mobility greener, smarter, and more connected.

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