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VerAI Discoveries Appoints Mining Finance and Development Veteran Gordon Bogden as Chairman of the Board

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BOSTON, Aug. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — VerAI Discoveries (VerAI) is pleased to announce the appointment of Gordon Bogden as Chairman of its Board of Directors.

Gordon Bogden has a diverse background as an accomplished corporate director, strategic advisor, investment banker, senior mining executive and geoscientist. He is recognized for his strategic vision, board leadership, and entrepreneurial skills. Mr. Bogden currently serves as the Advisory Board Chair of Origin Merchant Partners and chairman of Black Loon Group, a private mining investment firm. He advises mining boards and management teams on financing and developing projects worldwide and has served on VerAI’s advisory board for the past several years.

Mr. Bogden has held influential positions, as the past Chairman of the Board of the Canada Mining Innovation Council (CMIC). As an investment banker, he was the Vice Chairman of Mining & Metals for Standard Chartered Bank, Vice Chairman and Head of Global Metals and Mining at National Bank Financial Inc., and senior investment banker with Newcrest Capital Inc., NM Rothschild & Sons Canada Limited and CIBC World Markets. He has previously served as a director for public mining, exploration, and royalty companies, including IAMGold Corporation, NexGen Energy Ltd, and Royal Gold. Mr. Bogden has been leveraging his business and boardroom experience in resource development strategies, along with his technical background as a geoscientist, to create innovative solutions that benefit all stakeholders.

“I am excited to join VerAI and its impressive group of partners and investors such as T. Rowe Price, Orion Resource Partners, Chrysalix, Blumberg Capital, and other key industry players,” says Mr. Bogden. “Most of the easy to discover mineral deposits and mines have already been found. However, finding new, concealed deposits is very hard with the existing exploration methods,” he states. “To find and develop the staggering amount of new mineral deposits that are crucial for our global economic, energy, and social development, we must open new search spaces, such as the challenging covered terrain, and deploy smarter, faster, cheaper, and more sustainable methods to discover and delineate these resources.”

“With a deep understanding of this challenge, VerAI has developed a groundbreaking strategic discovery approach using artificial intelligence that significantly increases the likelihood of discovering new mineral deposits. Working with strong industry exploration and development partners, VerAI’s combination of cutting-edge technology with a capital-light and highly scalable business approach systematically de-risks the economics of critical minerals discovery and revolutionizes mineral exploration,” concludes Mr. Bogden.

“We are thrilled and honored to welcome Gordon as our Chairman,” says Yair Frastai, CEO and Co-Founder of VerAI Discoveries. “Gordon’s deep industry expertise and strategic guidance will be invaluable as we scale our global operations, partnering with forward-thinking explorers and mine developers to deliver exceptional value to our shareholders.”

About VerAI Discoveries, Inc.
VerAI is an AI-powered mineral discovery business revolutionizing the way concealed deposits are discovered. VerAI’s mission is to discover the critical minerals essential to the green-energy transition by working with industry partners to target mineral deposits in underexplored covered terrain. By deploying its novel proprietary AI/ML Discovery Platform, VerAI is dramatically increasing the probability of discovering substantial deposits of different commodities in various geological jurisdictions, shortening targeting time, reducing exploration costs, and minimizing the exploration environmental footprint. For more information, visit https://ver-ai.com/.

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THE POWER OF ALLO’S ALL-FIBER NETWORK COMING TO FLAGSTAFF, ARIZONA

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LAKE HAVASU CITY, Ariz., Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — ALLO Fiber today announced a fiber broadband project installing a 10 Gigabit network in Flagstaff, AZ. This fiber connection will enable world-class internet, broadband, cybersecurity, managed services, telephone, and video services for residents and businesses. Construction is scheduled to begin in March 2025. This $65 million project will employ 75 local professionals, with many more involved during the construction phase.

Flagstaff residents and businesses will soon be able to take advantage of award-winning customer service and internet speeds. Through this 100% fiber-optic network, students can improve how they learn, and employees can work efficiently from the office or home. 

The fiber network will feature up to 10 Gigabit speeds for residents and up to 100 Gigabit speeds for businesses, providing equal upload and download speeds optimized by ALLO’s world-class Wi-Fi 7 routers. Additionally, Flagstaff residents, businesses of all sizes, and governmental entities will be supported by ALLO’s fiber-rich network, delivering active and passive solutions without installation fees or restrictive contracts.

Internet, data transport, cloud connectivity, video, and voice are included in ALLO’s comprehensive communications, entertainment, and business products. Businesses can access ALLO’s managed services, next-generation firewalls, phone systems, and cybersecurity offerings before the fiber network is built. The community will also have access to a community-wide network providing ultra-reliable and extensive internet bandwidth. 

ALLO Arizona General Manager Mike Horton stated, “As we expand our coverage across Arizona, we are excited to begin construction in the City of Flagstaff. We understand that with continued growth in the region, the value of essential communications infrastructure and advanced technology is an important asset for the city and surrounding communities. We look forward to offering ALLO Fiber services to Flagstaff and continuing to create local jobs in the process.” 

Flagstaff is the seventh Arizona community that ALLO serves. ALLO began developing our first Arizona Gigabit community in Lake Havasu City in September of 2021, followed by the Kingman, Yuma, San Luis, Somerton, and Sierra Vista markets. ALLO is also operating Middle Mile projects in Yuma and Mohave Counties. For more information about ALLO in Flagstaff, please visit AlloFiber.com/Flagstaff and AlloFiber.com/careers. 

About ALLO Communications
ALLO Communications, a leader in providing fiber-optic services, has been dedicated to delivering world-class communications and entertainment services since 2003. With a commitment to building Gigabit communities, ALLO serves over 50 communities across Nebraska, Colorado, Arizona, Missouri, Iowa, and Kansas. ALLO is known for its reliable fiber networks and customized technology solutions that support businesses of all sizes. For more information, visit AlloFiber.com.

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Vice President of Marketing
Tanna.Hanna@allofiber.com
308-633-7815

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RKD Group Named Fundraising Agency of Record for The Bowery Mission

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DALLAS, Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — RKD Group is excited to announce its selection as the direct response fundraising agency of record for The Bowery Mission, a historic organization dedicated to transforming the lives of people experiencing homelessness and poverty in New York City. This partnership will focus on advancing The Bowery Mission’s fundraising efforts through RKD Group’s omnichannel, data-driven strategies.

“Partnering with The Bowery Mission—a beacon of hope in one of the nation’s largest cities—is an honor,” said Tim Kersten, CEO of RKD Group. “Our shared commitment to fostering long-term donor relationships and making a tangible difference in the community will drive our efforts to help them meet and exceed their goals.”

RKD Group will provide comprehensive fundraising services to support The Bowery Mission, including direct mail, digital campaigns and cutting-edge data and analytics. By applying an omnichannel approach, RKD Group aims to optimize donor engagement and boost long-term net revenue, ensuring The Bowery Mission’s ability to serve individuals in need.

“The Bowery Mission is thrilled to collaborate with RKD Group to elevate our fundraising efforts,” said James Winans, President & CEO. “RKD’s depth of experience in working with life transformation ministries, proven track record of innovation and modern audience strategies will help us build a deeper community of support and drive much needed net revenue to help New Yorkers experiencing homelessness.”

About RKD Group

RKD Group is a growth-obsessed, digital-forward, direct response solutions provider for hundreds of nonprofits in the U.S. and Canada. With more than 500 team members, RKD Group delivers innovative strategies, creative leadership and data-driven solutions to accelerate revenue growth and build lasting donor relationships. For more information, visit www.rkdgroup.com.

About The Bowery Mission

For over 150 years, The Bowery Mission has been a steadfast presence in New York City, providing refuge and support to neighbors facing hunger, homelessness, and other hardships. Since our founding, we have been dedicated to meeting urgent needs and building a community where lives are transformed through the love of Jesus. Our welcoming red doors are always open, inviting everyone in for a hot meal, a warm bed, and a heartfelt conversation. To learn more, visit www.bowery.org.

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JAS Worldwide Signs SPA with International Airfreight Associates B.V.

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ATLANTA, Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — JAS Worldwide, a global leader in logistics and supply chain solutions, and International Airfreight Associates (IAA) B.V., a prominent provider of comprehensive Air and Ocean freight services headquartered in the Netherlands, are proud to announce the signing of a Share Purchase Agreement (SPA). This agreement marks an important step toward JAS Worldwide’s acquisition of IAA which, pending regulatory approval, is expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2025.

“This acquisition aligns with our strategic goals and enhances our ability to provide comprehensive logistics solutions to our clients. We eagerly await the finalization of this deal and look forward to welcoming IAA’s talented air and ocean team into the JAS family,” said Marco Rebuffi, CEO of JAS Worldwide.

“In JAS Worldwide we have found the right party to realize our growth ambitions and guarantee a pleasant working environment for our employees. By joining forces, we can also offer an even broader service to our current customers. We therefore look to the future with confidence” said Jur de Graaf, Managing Director of International Airfreight Associates.

IAA handles multi-modal general cargo and specializes in the transportation of perishable goods, with headquarters in The Netherlands and an operation in Germany. This acquisition will strengthen JAS’s presence in key markets and increase its expertise in managing time-sensitive perishable shipments.

The combined strengths of JAS Worldwide and IAA will drive value for customers through enhanced service offerings and a broader global network.

About JAS Worldwide
JAS Worldwide, a global leader in logistics and supply chain solutions, was founded in Milan, Italy in 1978. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, and supported by 7,000+ team members in more than 100 countries, it focuses on creating solutions that are innovative, sustainable, and unique to each customer’s needs. At the heart of its success is its people, who are committed to delivering customer value. As a privately owned company, JAS maintains a steadfast commitment to creating opportunities for our communities, customers, and colleagues to thrive. Together.

About International Airfreight Associates B.V.
International Airfreight Associates B.V. is a trusted provider of airfreight logistics services with headquarters in the Netherlands and additional operations in Germany. With nearly 100 employees across four locations, including Amsterdam, Aalsmeer, Rotterdam, and Frankfurt, the company specializes in moving perishable goods and delivering tailored logistics solutions for a diverse range of clients.

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