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One Planet Group Celebrates Continued Partnership with Starfish International in The Gambia

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1 month ago

August 21, 2024

Fostering Leadership and Opportunities: A Journey of Educational Empowerment

WALNUT CREEK, Calif., Aug. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Starfish International, a pioneering organization dedicated to empowering girls in The Gambia, recently welcomed a second group of team members from One Planet Group to gain firsthand insight into the powerful impact of their work.

One Planet Group supports Starfish International’s mission to uplift girls through education.

Starfish International is dedicated to providing quality education and mentorship to Gambian girls, empowering them to become confident, well-educated, and service-oriented leaders. Through a comprehensive curriculum that includes academics, life skills, and leadership development, Starfish International is transforming lives and building a foundation for future generations.

The One Planet Group team spent a week immersed in the vibrant community at Starfish International’s main campus. They engaged directly with students, participated in classes, and learned about the array of programs Starfish offers its students and the community. Additionally, the team shadowed students during a typical day-in-the-life, gaining valuable insight into their living conditions and household responsibilities. This experience provided essential context for understanding the profound impact of Starfish International’s programs on the students’ lives.

“Starfish International is doing something remarkable by uplifting an entire generation of girls through education, and we are deeply grateful to play a small part in supporting their mission. I thank them immensely for hosting our team, as Starfish’s impact can only be fully understood through first-hand experience,” stated Payam Zamani, Founder of One Planet Group.

Mam Yassin Sarr, Founder and Director of Starfish International, shared, “Partnering with One Planet Group is one of the most special gifts of doing this service. Having professionals and leaders in their fields, who have a heart for giving back, commit to rolling up their sleeves and coming to teach, learn, plan and execute with our students every summer, is lifelong learning at its best. Our girls know, not only that they are loved, but also, firsthand, that they can follow the same path as these mentors, achieve their dreams, and keep on serving.”

The visit also included a tour of ‘The Land’, and new facilities developed with the support of funds raised from One Planet Group’s 2022 and 2023 Holidays with a Purpose events. This extension features classrooms, a satellite library, and skill-building workshops that serve as a vital resource for local youth.

Elevating the idea of a traditional holiday party, over the years Holidays with a Purpose has raised more than 2 million dollars for organizations supporting women’s rights, empowerment and education. Last year’s Holidays with a Purpose event raised $141,000 with the support of One Planet Group’s employees, vendors, and partners – with $100,000 coming from One Planet Group itself. Last year’s event also supported Lidè Haiti, an education non-profit operating in rural Haiti that provides programs in the arts, education, health, and parent and community engagement for over 1,200 adolescent girls.

Looking ahead, this year’s Holidays with a Purpose event, scheduled for December 12, 2024, will continue to raise funds to support Starfish International. The event will also benefit Parent University based in Savannah, Georgia, another vital initiative focused on empowering parents to actively engage in their children’s education.

One Planet Group embraces the philosophy that service to humanity often benefits the giver more than the receiver. In line with this belief, they are grateful for the opportunity to play a small role in the amazing work of these extraordinary organizations working to make a positive impact through people-first initiatives.

About One Planet Group
One Planet Group is a closely held private equity firm that owns a suite of technology and media businesses while also investing in early-stage companies. Owned and operated businesses span a variety of industries including ad tech, publishing, and media. One Planet Group’s mission is to support strong business ideas while building an ethos that helps improve society and give back to communities. The company’s investment portfolio includes a diverse group of innovative tech-enabled products and solutions. Investing primarily in high-growth early-stage entities, emphasizing companies that aspire to ‘Innovation + Intention.’ One Planet Group was founded by tech entrepreneur Payam Zamani in 2015. With offices and employees in over ten countries, its global headquarters is in Walnut Creek, California. For more information, visit oneplanetgroup.com.

About Starfish International
Starfish International is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing a well-rounded and quality education for Gambian girls and boys. Working annually with 100 girls and 35 boys, Starfish International has been in service for 12 years, uplifting, educating, accompanying, and providing a safe haven for their students’ growth, well-being, and development. Starfish’s mission is to uplift Gambian girls by providing them with a world-class education that is focused on service to humanity while at the same time providing international service-learning opportunities for volunteers. The values and the five qualities highlighted at Starfish International are nobility, independence, courtesy, knowledge, and service. As an organization, its major achievement is to have graduated and impacted over 900 students who are now doctors, teachers, lawyers, nurses, and many other professionals in their respective fields. Their three significant areas of impact are education, health, and agriculture, with a focus on mentorship, entrepreneurship, character development, scholarship opportunities, leadership training, career counseling, public speaking, and community service. For more information, visit starfishinternational.org.

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Bita Milanian, Head of Communications & PR, One Planet Group
pr (at) oneplanetgroup.com
(925) 237-9036

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3B Scientific Acquires Veterinary Simulator Industries

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54 mins ago

September 23, 2024

HAMBURG, Germany, Sept. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — 3B Scientific, a global leader in the manufacturing and marketing of medical and scientific educational products, announced today that it has acquired Veterinary Simulator Industries (VSI), a leading developer of veterinary simulation models.

Founded with a commitment to advancing veterinary education, VSI has developed a range of highly realistic and effective veterinary simulators that are redefining how veterinary training is delivered. With a focus on quality and innovation, VSI’s products provide a practical, hands-on approach to veterinary education, meeting the diverse needs of educators and students around the world. “Veterinary Simulator Industries is widely recognized for its outstanding veterinary training solutions, which perfectly complement our extensive range of educational tools. We are thrilled to welcome VSI into the 3B Scientific family. By combining our strengths in product development, manufacturing, and global distribution, we aim to set new standards in veterinary education, offering unparalleled resources to training institutions and professionals worldwide” commented Todd Murray, CEO of 3B Scientific.

David Jackson, Managing Director of Veterinary Simulator Industries, added: “Joining forces with 3B Scientific is an exciting step forward for VSI. The global reach of the 3B Scientific Group and commitment to innovation will enable us to further develop our product line and deliver even greater value to the veterinary education community. Together, we look forward to creating more advanced, realistic simulators and expanding access to high-quality training tools.”

About the 3B Scientific Group

3B Scientific, established in 1948 in Hamburg, Germany, is a global provider of state-of-the-art medical simulators and educational products for healthcare and veterinary training. With a presence in over 120 countries, the 3B Scientific Group continues to drive its mission of advancing the delivery of medical and veterinary education worldwide.

For more information about 3B Scientific, visit www.3bscientific.com.

About Veterinary Simulator Industries

Veterinary Simulator Industries (VSI) is a leading developer of high-quality veterinary simulators, designed to offer realistic, hands-on training experiences that enhance veterinary education and training. VSI’s products are trusted by educators and professionals globally for their realism and educational effectiveness.

To learn more about VSI, visit www.vetsimulators.com.

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Reticulate Micro Demonstrates First-ever Live Video Streaming over MUOS Network for a U.S. Army Special Operations Organization

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54 mins ago

September 23, 2024

Demo Showcased VAST™Video Throughput, Augmenting MUOS SATCOM for Mobile Forces

PALM BAY, Fla., Sept. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Reticulate Micro, Inc. announced it successfully demonstrated what the Company believes to be the first-ever real-time video streaming over the Mobile User Objective System (MUOS) tactical satellite network for a U.S. Special Operations organization.

The joint U.S. Army live training exercise included Reticulate and its partners, NanTenna, LLC, a leader in antenna technology innovation, and Curtiss-Wright, a trusted, proven leader in communications and processing systems for the tactical edge as well as other highly engineered products and services for the aerospace/defense industry.

The teams integrated Reticulate Micro’s VAST video encoder and Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions’ PacStar® Modular Radio Center to deliver live video for the first time over unbonded but Type 1 encrypted MUOS narrowband channels. Despite the constrained bandwidth, the combined solution delivered minimal delay and clear picture quality, demonstrating the potential of live video over MUOS SATCOM systems.

“We demonstrated a complete point-to-point, real-time full-motion video session over MUOS in both static and on-the-move scenarios,” noted Brian Hawkins, principal architect, Reticulate Micro, who conducted the video at a U.S. Army site. “Overall reactions from the customer were extremely positive, with invites back for follow-on exercises.”

“We are proud of our team that executed this powerful demonstration,” said Joshua Cryer, president and CEO, Reticulate Micro. “Along with our partners, NanTenna and Curtiss-Wright, we continue to make history together with low-latency and high-quality voice and video.”

Thomas Larkin, president of NanTenna, considers the MUOS demonstration a huge leap forward in narrowband SATCOM capabilities. “As more and more users are allocated MUOS connectivity, it is imperative that we, as an industry, offer end-to-end solutions to maximize its utility value to the warfighter. This demonstrates that our existing technologies can provide high-quality, low-latency video, even in the most challenging environments,” he said.

“Curtiss-Wright is dedicated to developing small form factor rugged tactical communications solutions for the US DOD and our allies,” said Brian Perry, senior vice president and general manager, Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions Division. “By pairing our PacStar® Modular Radio Center and Modular Data Center with components from defense industry-leading partners like Reticulate Micro and NanTenna, we are able to extend C2 networks with simultaneous voice, video, and mission data anywhere within the worldwide coverage area of MUOS.”

The latest demonstration follows a U.S. Army demonstration of VAST over UHF TACSAT in February, conducted in partnership with NanTenna. Input from this and other demos is guiding Reticulate’s product roadmap, as it looks to add new features and functionality to meet the U.S. military’s mobile comms requirements.

About Reticulate Micro, Inc. 

Reticulate Micro Inc. (“Reticulate Micro,” “Reticulate” or the “Company”) is a commercial and defense software technology company dedicated to delivering trusted and resilient communications at the network edge. Reticulate specializes in software-defined video compression and streaming solutions and agile, simplified device monitoring and management. Led by tactical communications veterans and satellite and software visionaries, Reticulate delivers resiliency and intelligence on the ground for the military, first responders, critical infrastructure, and enterprise users. We work with an ecosystem of channel and technology partners to bring the most powerful solutions to market across electronic warfare, tactical communications and streaming media technology.

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SeatBoost Secures Investment from International Airlines Group

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54 mins ago

September 23, 2024

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — SeatBoost, a startup that is transforming the air travel experience through dynamic seat upgrade solutions, is pleased to announce an investment from International Airlines Group (IAG). This funding marks an important milestone in SeatBoost’s mission to bring joy to travelers’ experiences while generating incremental non-dilutive revenue for partner airlines.

SeatBoost’s platform facilitates live auctions on mobile in the airport environment, offering passengers the chance to bid for premium seat inventory made available by the airlines. The platform not only provides passengers with a unique engaging experience, but it also generates incremental non-dilutive revenue on seat inventory that would otherwise spoil. Current partners include IAG portfolio brand Iberia, TAP Air Portugal, Condor, Avianca and LATAM. With support from IAG through its corporate venture capital arm, SeatBoost plans to expand its capabilities and further improve the travel experience for passengers around the world.

Kevin Stamler, CEO of SeatBoost, shared his thoughts on the investment: “We’re excited to partner with IAG at this important stage in our journey. This collaboration not only supports our vision but also helps us accelerate our growth and innovation. Our aim is to enhance data-driven insights to create personalized experiences for travelers while maximizing revenue for airlines. The investment from IAG validates our business model and underscores the potential of SeatBoost and the positive impact we can achieve together in the travel industry.”

Raza Ali, IAG’s Vice President – Innovation, commented, “Innovation is a core function at IAG, and through innovation we can deliver better customer experiences, more efficient operations, more sustainable aviation and a better-performing business overall. That’s why we think the creative approach of SeatBoost to unlock meaningful revenue from new sources of demand is aligned with our view.”

The partnership with IAG will enable SeatBoost to leverage technology and innovation, improving its current offerings and paving the way for additional solutions that prioritize customer needs and operational efficiency. As SeatBoost expands, it remains committed to setting high standards in the travel sector, ensuring passengers enjoy a seamless, personalized airport and flying experience.

About SeatBoost
SeatBoost is a travel technology startup dedicated to enhancing simultaneously the air travel experience and airline profitability through innovation. Our highly scalable and highly configurable platform is built to leverage the outcome-efficient revenue generating capability of auctions through interactive user engagement.

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About International Airlines Group (IAG)
International Airlines Group (IAG) is one of the world’s largest airline groups with 585 aircrafts flying to over 250 destinations and carrying more than 115 million passengers in 2023. The Group was created in 2011 and includes the airlines British Airways, Iberia, Aer Lingus, Vueling and LEVEL, and IAG Loyalty and IAG Cargo. It is a Spanish-registered company with its corporate office in London, United Kingdom. Its shares are listed on the London Stock Exchange and on the Spanish stock markets.

IAG’s vision is to be the leading airline group in sustainability. The group is proud to have been listed on the Carbon Disclosure Project’s A List for its commitment to sustainability and action on climate change.

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Marianna D’Amore
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