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Grant Thornton Embraces the Future with Innovative Leadership Development Program Powered by N.E.W.S.® Methodology

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LAUSANNE, Switzerland, Sept. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Grant Thornton, a leading global professional services network, announced the successful completion of a groundbreaking leadership development program in collaboration with Fruit4Growth and N.E.W.S.®, a global company specializing in leadership development. The program aimed to equip Grant Thornton’s teams with the tools and skills they need to navigate the complexities of a rapidly changing global landscape and lead the firm into the future.

“We are proud to take part in the training of the future managers of the Grant Thornton firm. The methodology we developed offers a package of solutions designed to improve skills, implement innovation, and grow managers in organizations facing frequent global changes. In times of uncertainty, we offer companies the appropriate tools to achieve resilience and organizational growth.” said Marina Giareni, CEO of N.E.W.S.®

The program involved interactive workshops for approximately 200 participants, held at the firm’s headquarters in Athens, as well as in offices across Northern Greece and Crete, over six months. The workshops were based on the NEWS Compass® methodology, a suite of twelve award-winning solutions designed to foster innovative thinking, enhance skills, and provide tools for successful navigation in a world of complex global change. N.E.W.S.® is particularly strong in helping organizations thrive and prosper in times of continuous change and uncertainty and has established itself as a key resource for organizational resilience and growth.

The Grant Thornton project aimed to implement a comprehensive program for senior teams as well as high-potential employees identified for leadership roles. One of the most important aspects was to equip future leaders with the appropriate tools, including enhanced team and feedback skills, to enable them to lead the firm forward. The implemented program was based on N.E.W.S.®’s manager leadership development solutions.

“Considering the results and feedback we received from our colleagues, I would classify N.E.W.S.®’s leadership development program as innovative,” said Dr. Panagiotis Kontos, Senior Manager of People Experience and Culture at Grant Thornton. “We are grateful for this enriching process we have gone through. It was very important for us to return to face-to-face seminars to offer the most engaging learning experience for our employees. As Einstein said, ‘I never teach my students, I only try to provide the conditions under which they can learn.’ The collaboration with N.E.W.S.® and Fruit4Growth was just the beginning.”

“Working with Grant Thornton has been a truly rewarding and inspiring experience,” said Lilian Moschidou, Vice President of Leadership Development at Fruit4Growth, a key partner of N.E.W.S.®. “Grant Thornton’s commitment to continuous learning and development aligns perfectly with our mission to cultivate exceptional leadership and drive organizational success for our clients. By equipping team leaders with advanced feedback and team skills, we have jointly contributed to their culture of excellence and ongoing development.”

About Grant Thornton

Grant Thornton is a global network of 73,000 people in member firms in 149 markets with a common goal — to help you realize your ambitions. This is why our network combines global scale and capability with local insights and understanding. So, whether you’re growing in one market or many, looking to operate more effectively, managing risk and regulation, or realizing stakeholder value, our member firms have the assurance, tax, and advisory capabilities you need with the quality you expect.

About Fruit4Growth

Fruit4Growth is a leadership development company. We work with leaders and leadership teams worldwide to build organizations that produce superior results. For over 32 years, we have delivered on this promise by strategically aligning leadership and talent. We do this by providing a diverse set of development experiences. We have cultivated our solid and long-term international partnership with N.E.W.S.®.®  Together with our leading content provider, we also specialize in the areas of strategic navigation, culture and leadership assessments, and transformation. Based in Athens, Greece, we serve the broader area, the EMEA region, and reach out worldwide. Our vision is to be our client’s favorite business partner in the face of constant challenges and transformation needs.

About N.E.W.S.®

N.E.W.S.® Navigation, a global leader in leadership and organizational navigation, founded in 2006, headquartered in Switzerland and operating in over 40 countries.  N.E.W.S.®.® has transformed organizational, team, and leaders’ navigation with its acclaimed NEWS Compass® methodology.

The innovative approach includes a suite of twelve award-winning solutions, each designed to foster innovative thinking, enhance skills, and provide clients with cutting-edge tools for navigating complex global changes. Especially powerful at helping organizations flourish and thrive in times of constant change and uncertainty, NEWS Compass® has established itself as a pivotal resource for organizational resilience and growth. With a global presence across over 40 countries, N.E.W.S.®.® serves a diverse client base ranging from dynamic startups to esteemed Fortune 500 companies, including industry leaders like Corning, Pfizer, Boeing, Microsoft, Apple, PWC, Mazda, Siemens, Vodafone, L’Oreal, Amdocs, and Citibank.
Committed to delivering outstanding results, N.E.W.S.®.® consistently propels organizations to unprecedented success.

For further insights, visit newsnavigation.com/home and follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.

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Aiper Unveils a New Poolside Hero at CES: Introducing the Scuba X1 Pro Max

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The pinnacle of pool cleaning, the Scuba X1 Pro Max touts power and precision for perfect pools

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Aiper, the global creator of award-winning smart yard technology, today announces the launch of its latest innovation in pool maintenance, the Scuba X1 Pro Max robotic pool cleaner. Combining power, precision, and intelligence, the Scuba X1 Pro Max delivers an unmatched pool cleaning experience, transforming tedious maintenance into a simple and effortless routine.

From the surface to the floor, and every corner in between, the Scuba X1 Pro Max cleaning coverage is unbeatable. Featuring OmniSense+™ 2.0, an advanced pool mapping system equipped with 40 ultrasonic sensors for adaptive path planning, the unit ensures a precise and efficient cleaning. And powered nine motors providing the world’s strongest suction at 8,500 gallons per hour (GPH), the Scuba X1 Pro Max also includes a patented MicroMesh™ ultra-fine filter to capture the smallest debris for an unmatched deep clean.

The all-in-one robotic pool cleaner intelligently adjusts its cleaning path using the FlexiPath™ 2.0 system, while Auto Mode optimizes suction power based on the pool’s debris levels, significantly boosting both cleaning efficiency and runtime. With a battery life of up to 10 hours when operating on the surface, along with true cordless operation, pool owners can enjoy a tangle-free and worry-free cleaning experience.

Additionally, the Scuba X1 Pro Max includes the brand’s new HomeComingDock™, enabling easy surface retrieval via the Aiper app, while a seamless integration with the optional HydroComm Pro provides real-time water quality monitoring, including metrics such as pH, temperature, and pool maintenance recommendations. The Scuba X1 Pro Max will be available for purchase in mid-February 2025 at $2,299 (MSRP) and will include a wireless charging dock. For a limited time, early customers will also receive a free Aiper Caddy for an easy and convenient way to transport and charge the Scuba X1 Pro Max when out of the water.

“At Aiper, we are constantly pushing the boundaries of what robotic pool cleaners can do and resetting the industry standard. The Scuba X1 Pro Max represents a significant leap forward, combining advance technology with user-friendly and user-centric design to deliver an effortless and enjoyable pool-cleaning experience,” said Richard Wang, CEO of Aiper.

To celebrate the new line up products, Aiper is thrilled to be named the Official Robotic Pool Cleaner of the Arizona Diamondbacks. Providing industry-leading entertainment in a clean, safe and family-friendly environment, MLB’s D-backs call Chase Field, in downtown Phoenix, home. Chase Field is the first Major League Baseball stadium to feature a pool, and Aiper will be keeping this famous water feature sparkling clean all season long. As part of the CES trade show launch event on January 8, former D-back outfielder, Luis “Gonzo” Gonzalez, along with the organization’s senior vice president of corporate partnerships, Steve Mullins, were in attendance at the Aiper booth (#52311) to show their support.

For more information about the Scuba X1 Pro Max visit www.aiper.com and follow Aiper on LinkedInFacebookInstagramTikTok, and X.

About Aiper

Aiper is the leading global creator of innovative cordless robotic pool cleaners on a mission to Bring Vacation Home by inspiring pool owners to turn their backyards into a personal oasis with the help of smarter cleaning solutions. After doing a deep dive into the pain points of traditional pool cleaners, the company embarked on a path to merge technology with innovative design to create the world’s most easy-to-use robotic pool cleaners that are not only cord and hassle-free but can automatically handle all the dirty work so pool owners can stop manually cleaning. Unlike other products on the market, each Aiper robot is guaranteed to minimize the time and money spent cleaning and give more time back to enjoy quality time with friends and family by the pool. Through that, Aiper has earned its place as the world’s best cordless robotic pool cleaner since its launch. In 2023 and 2024, Aiper products have been named CES Innovations Award Honorees.

 

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TENNIS: PIRELLI AND AUSTRALIAN OPEN SIGN A MULTI-YEAR PARTNERSHIP BEGINNING FROM 2025

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MELBOURNE, Australia, Jan. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — From this year, Pirelli will be the Official Tyre Partner of the Australian Open, which will start on Sunday 12 January in Melbourne. After motorsport, football, sailing and skiing, Pirelli enters tennis, choosing to support the Grand Slam with a partnership which represents a high-profile showcase for promoting the brand throughout the world.

Andrea Casaluci, CEO of Pirelli: “For Pirelli, the Australian Open represents a very important opportunity for visibility because of the great interest in tennis at the global level. In particular, the sponsorship will help increase awareness of our brand in Australia which is a market with a high concentration of prestige cars. Precisely in Melbourne, home of the tournament, in 2019 we opened a Pirelli P Zero World, our flagship store model currently present in only four other cities in the world”.

Cedric Cornelis, Tennis Australia Chief Commercial Officer: “We are very pleased to announce Pirelli as the Official Tyre Partner of the Australian Open. Pirelli is synonymous with innovation and performance, making it a great fit for one of the world’s premier tennis events. We are delighted that Pirelli has chosen the Australian Open to mark its first investment in a Grand Slam.”

PIRELLI AND SPORT

Pirelli’s connection with tennis dates to 1930 when the company began making tennis balls, until the 1970s. The passion for sport has always characterized the history of Pirelli, as demonstrated by the different disciplines in which it participates, from football to sailing to skiing. In motorsport, where Pirelli has competed since 1907, it is today present in over 350 competitions starting from the top level with Formula 1©.

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IndiaBonds.com Launches Digital Fixed Deposits – Expands Fixed Income Product Suite

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MUMBAI, India, Jan. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — IndiaBonds.com, a SEBI-registered Stock Broker (Debt Segment) & licensed Online Bond Platform Provider (OBPP), has launched Digital Fixed Deposits (FDs), making fixed-income investments more accessible and convenient for individual investors across India. With this addition, IndiaBonds.com now offers a unified platform for managing both bonds and fixed deposits seamlessly, bringing all fixed-income investments under one ambit. This launch is in line with IndiaBonds’ vision to deliver stable and rewarding investment options to retail investors while simplifying portfolio management.

The platform offers a fully digital, paperless onboarding process, including quick KYC completion, making it easy for retail investors to get started. On the platform, the investors can earn up to 9.4% interest in their fixed deposit investments. Its integrated portfolio dashboard provides clear insights into cashflows, returns, and fixed income allocations, helping investors track and manage their investments efficiently.

By combining the stability of fixed deposits with the big flexibility of bonds, the platform empowers investors to build balanced, diversified portfolios. Additionally, investors benefit from customizable payout options, low minimum investment requirements, and the convenience of managing all their fixed-income investments in one place. The platform will expand its offerings with additional FD partners in the coming weeks.

Vishal Goenka, Co-founder of IndiaBonds.com, said, “At IndiaBonds, we have always focused on making regulated fixed-income investments simple, transparent, and accessible for individual investors. The launch of Digital Fixed Deposits is a natural step forward in our journey of expanding product offerings. By integrating bonds and FDs on one platform, we are enabling investors to optimize their portfolios effortlessly and take full advantage of fixed-income opportunities in the current market environment.”

He added, “We are committed to continuously evolving our platform and product suite to provide clients with seamless access to stable and diversified investment options, empowering them to make informed financial decisions with ease.”

This innovative offering not only caters to the growing demand for diverse investment options but also reinforces IndiaBonds.com’s commitment to empowering individual investors with tools to make informed and rewarding financial decisions.

About IndiaBonds

Launched in 2021, IndiaBonds is a SEBI-registered leading Online Bond Platform Provider. It provides access to investors in the fixed-income market in a low-cost, transparent, and easy-to-use manner.

At the helm of this bondtech company are industry veterans — Vishal Goenka, Co-Founder, and Aditi Mittal, Co-Founder & Director. This core team is committed to pioneering the digital revolution in the corporate bond market in India.

IndiaBonds provides a wholesome solution to bond investing to its customers and enables them to unlock the value of the fixed-income asset class. The experienced team assists investors with access to a wide choice of bond investment opportunities that provide stability, generate predictable income, and meet their investment objectives.

Within the Online Bond Platform Providers community, IndiaBonds is recognized as a revolutionizing fintech start-up owing to some of its ground-breaking innovations in the fixed-income industry.

In 2022, it announced the launch of its strategic tool, the Bond Yield Calculator, which aids investors by simplifying the complexities of calculating corporate bond prices and yield.

In 2021, it launched a comprehensive Bond Directory for the general public to have detailed information on all INR-denominated bonds outstanding in India.

 

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