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36Kr Partners with Consumer Tech Expert Zhi-Tech Group to Drive Business Expansion

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BEIJING, July 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — 36Kr Holdings Inc. (“36Kr” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: KRKR), a prominent brand and pioneering platform dedicated to serving New Economy participants in China, today announced that it has entered into a strategic partnership with Zhi-Tech Group (“Zhi-Tech,” SZ: 300785), a tech group focusing on the consumer industry, to broaden its business expansion and commercialization initiatives.

36Kr and Zhi-Tech will leverage their diverse strengths and resources to jointly explore commercialization and expansion opportunities in the consumer sector. 36Kr has accumulated a massive user base and deep client experience over its past decade of serving New Economy enterprises, while Zhi-Tech boasts deep expertise in e-commerce and various consumer sectors such as digital and 3C products, household appliances, groceries and fresh foods, beauty and cosmetics, among others. Under this strategic cooperation, the two companies will extend their customer reach and bolster their market influence through collaborative original content creation, joint marketing service offerings and product innovation. Meanwhile, as AIGC trailblazers, 36Kr’s data insights and cutting-edge AI applications as well as Zhi-Tech’s consumer LLM tools will empower the two companies to create a more competitive and dynamic ecosystem, fostering more experimental products, better services, and ultimately greater commercialization.

Mr. Dagang Feng, Co-chairman and Chief Executive Officer of 36Kr, commented, “We are delighted to partner with Zhi-Tech Group to further expand our customer reach. Zhi-Tech’s consumer industry prowess and frontrunning AI technology applications will help augment our strengths in content creation and marketing services to deepen our penetration in the consumer sector and beyond, unlocking both companies’ value creation potential.”

Mr. Guodong Sui, Founder and Chairman of Zhi-Tech Group, added, “Our vision is to create a better world through the free flow of consumption information. We are honored to enter into this strategic cooperation with 36Kr. The collaboration will harness our complementary advantages to the fullest and maximize the value of our premium content, catalyzing sector-wide progress and advancing industrial upgrades.”

About 36Kr Holdings Inc.

36Kr Holdings Inc. is a prominent brand and pioneering platform dedicated to serving New Economy participants in China with the mission of empowering New Economy participants to achieve more. The Company started its business with high-quality New Economy-focused content offerings, covering a variety of industries in China’s New Economy with diverse distribution channels. Leveraging traffic brought by high-quality content, the Company has expanded its offerings to business services, including online advertising services, enterprise value-added services and subscription services to address the evolving needs of New Economy companies and the upgrading needs of traditional companies. The Company is supported by a comprehensive database and strong data analytics capabilities. Through diverse service offerings and significant brand influence, the Company is well-positioned to continuously capture the high growth potential of China’s New Economy.

For more information, please visit: http://ir.36kr.com.

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This announcement contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the “safe harbor” provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as “will,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “future,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “estimates,” “confident” and similar statements. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about the Company’s beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. A number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement, including but not limited to the following: the Company’s goal and strategies; the Company’s future business development, results of operations and financial condition; relevant government policies and regulations relating to our business and industry; the Company’s expectations regarding the use of proceeds from this offering; the Company’s expectations regarding demand for, and market acceptance of, its services; the Company’s ability to maintain and enhance its brand; the Company’s ability to provide high-quality content in a timely manner to attract and retain users; the Company’s ability to retain and hire quality in-house writers and editors; the Company’s ability to maintain cooperation with third-party professional content providers; the Company’s ability to maintain relationship with third-party platforms; general economic and business condition in China; possible disruptions in commercial activities caused by natural or human-induced disasters; and assumptions underlying or related to any of the foregoing. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in the Company’s filings with the SEC. All information provided in this press release and in the attachments is as of the date of this press release, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law.

For investor and media inquiries, please contact:

In China:

36Kr Holdings Inc.
Investor Relations
Tel: +86 (10) 8965-0708
E-mail: ir@36kr.com 

Piacente Financial Communications.
Jenny Cai
Tel: +86 (10) 6508-0677
E-mail: 36Kr@tpg-ir.com 

In the United States:

Piacente Financial Communications.
Brandi Piacente
Tel: +1(212) 481-2050
E-mail: 36Kr@tpg-ir.com

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The Lacek Group Champions “Infinite Personalization” in New White Paper

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New AI tools and deeper data curation offer marketers the potential for limitless customization.

MINNEAPOLIS, Sept. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — According to a recent report, 70% of brands agree that AI adoption will bring personalization to new heights and build deeper, more meaningful connections with their audiences. But few brands have harnessed these new technology tools to achieve those outcomes, often due to a lack of understanding about what’s involved.

70% of brands agree that AI adoption will bring personalization to new heights.

What if marketers could create a highly personalized communications plan for every individual in a database? What if the personalization was reflected across more than just content, but also cadence, preferred channel, layout, offers, and more? Further, what if a marketing plan could adapt in real time to meet each customer’s evolving preferences and needs? That’s infinite personalization.

For decades, communications and marketing professionals labored through an intensive annual process to craft an organization’s marketing plan. As mass-marketing capabilities evolved to allow for content tailored to unique audiences, brands have been relying on customer persona-led segmentation paired with small-scale content personalization. AI technology will drive this capability at scale, deeper data curation and sophisticated content adaptivity are vital to a new era of infinite personalization.

This white paper spotlights in-market examples and shares a four-step, AI-informed process aimed at leveling up brands’ marketing efforts:

Use multiple data points to create customer insights to hone personalization efforts at scaleEnhance and enrich personalization with adaptive content that evolves to reflect customers’ preferencesIndividualize delivery cadence and frequency to drive the highest levels of engagementLeverage split testing to the nth degree using A/B testing at the individual level

Download a copy of the full “Infinite Personalization: AI Makes It Possible” white paper and learn more about The Lacek Group at lacek.com.

About The Lacek Group
For more than 30 years, The Lacek Group has been perfecting the art and algorithms of brand devotion. We help world-class brands identify their highest-potential customers, engage them across channels throughout their lifecycles, personalize each relationship for optimal long-term results, and measure the true effectiveness of those efforts. The Lacek Group is an Ogilvy One company.

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The Starr Conspiracy Rebrands as TSC and Appoints Ashley Bernard as CEO

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Name change, new leadership, and new services are designed to empower tech companies to break free from outdated marketing playbooks and drive real growth.

FORT WORTH, Texas, Sept. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Starr Conspiracy is now TSC.

A full stack marketing agency known for its work with top tech companies today announced a significant rebrand. The agency will now be known as TSC, a name many of its clients have used for years. The change marks the evolution of a brand that has served the tech industry for 25 years.

This rebrand reflects TSC’s new direction, which includes a revitalized leadership team, expanded service offerings, and a new headquarters in Fort Worth’s cultural district. The rebrand is officially being unveiled at the 2024 HR Technology Conference & Exposition, offering attendees a first look at the agency’s new era.

With over a decade at the agency, Ashley Bernard will be the new Chief Executive Officer. She is widely respected for her leadership and deep affinity for customer experience. Bernard’s leadership is instrumental in driving TSC’s innovative approach and she will continue to lead the transformation.

“TSC is known for pushing boundaries and thinking differently,” Bernard said. “Our rebrand builds on what makes us unique and reflects who we are today — a full stack agency, redefining marketing for tech companies. Marketing has changed, tech has changed, and so have we.”

Bret Starr, TSC’s founder, and Bernard have shared the CEO seat for over a year. Working side-by-side on the rebrand, they invested heavily in AI and reimagined TSC’s services.

“There is literally no one in the world that I trust more to lead us into the future during such transformative times,” Starr said. “Ashley has a clear vision for our agency and a spotless track record of achievement and success. Our agency is stronger with her at the helm.”

In addition to Bernard’s appointment as CEO, two other leadership team members will be taking on expanded roles as part of the agency’s transformation. Racheal Bates, Vice President of Customer Experience, and JJ La Pata, Vice President of Digital Strategy and Insights, will play critical roles in driving the agency’s innovative approach to radical go-to-market strategies, experience design, brand strategy, defining moments, and sales experience alignment. TSC’s new services are designed to empower tech companies to break free from outdated marketing playbooks and drive real growth.

Bret Starr will remain fully engaged with the agency in his new role as Chief AI Officer, where he will focus exclusively on advancing B2B marketing theory, driving AI innovation, and enhancing client success.

“Our approach is centered around creating abundant experiences that resonate deeply with people,” Bernard said. “At TSC, we don’t believe in just optimizing old models. We blow them up and create something entirely new — taking into account holistic experiences and that build lasting connections.”

With a focus on redefining the marketing landscape, TSC’s leadership team is excited to bring their clients a fresh perspective.

For more information on TSC’s rebrand and services, visit TSC.chat.

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LearnLaunch Fund + Accelerator brings its Demo Day back to EDTECH WEEK in NY for a Demo Week experience

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BOSTON, Sept. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — LearnLaunch Fund + Accelerator is thrilled to announce the successful completion of its Breakthrough to Scale program by five exceptional edtech companies. They now will be in the spotlight during EDTECH WEEK in New York City – the largest gathering of edtech investors and innovators on the East Coast, from October 8th to 10th.

After completing an intensive 12-week accelerator program focused on iterative, milestone-driven growth strategy, these visionary founders are now ready to showcase their exceptional solutions on a grand stage. The five companies will be appearing in the Navigating Career Pathways, Designing the Future of Work, and Innovation in K-12 Shark Tanks:

Highfive (Indianapolis, Indiana) reimagines school discipline systems to foster safe and connected communities. The company equips schools with data-driven tools that empower educators to cultivate safe, connected, and supportive learning environments.

Prentus (Miami, Florida) is a career success platform that enables transition from learning to earning leveraging the power of AI and community. Built to serve outcome-oriented schools and jobseekers, Prentus provides tools to save coaches time and reduce time to employment.

Reflection Sciences (Minneapolis, Minnesota) supports cognitive skills in early childhood, ensuring all kids are ready to succeed in school and in life. The product combines an objective measure of childhood cognitive function with classroom curriculum and supplemental interventions for ages 3 to 9 that improve brain development and later academic outcomes.

Hardskills (Singapore) is an immersive, cinematic, AI-powered platform for businesses to train essential professional skills like thinking critically, empathy, influencing, resilience, collaboration, and a growth mindset. Using unique training insights, Hardskills drives workforce engagement and alignment across multinational corporations resulting in higher productivity and reduced costs.

Thriving Students Collective (Oakland, California) empowers educators and mental health professionals with professional development solutions to effectively support neurodiverse students. With its robust library of video classes, practical tools, and a professional community, the company helps educators tackle complex learning challenges and reduce burnout and turnover.

This group exemplifies new methods and measurements approaches in education and workforce upskilling. “The education industry is seeking new ways to gauge success, and we are excited to see these teams working on meaningful impact metrics. Unsurprisingly, ‘impact measurement’ is a key theme at NY EdTech Week. It’s important to discuss new assessments and nuanced human capabilities that will become increasingly important in the age of AI,” said Jean Hammond, LearnLaunch Partner. Hammond will contribute to the “Measuring What Matters: How to Evaluate EdTech Product Impact” panel discussion.

The LearnLaunch team is featured on many expert panels during the two-day event. Venture Partner Jamie Farrell will offer insights from edtech founders on surviving tumultuous times and Auditi Chakravarty will delve into the commercialization of edtech R&D. Also, LearnLaunch Partner, Tetyana Atashkina, will participate at “Decoding the VC-Founder Match: What Investors Really Look For.”

LearnLaunch Fund + Accelerator is dedicated to supporting impact-driven entrepreneurs in achieving product-market fit and developing scalable go-to-market strategies. Focusing on companies with revenue potential and scalable impact, their unique approach nurtures long-term funding, partnerships, and growth.

Contact:
Tetyana Astashkina
Email: Tetyana@learnlaunch.com

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