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Chang Robotics Names Three-time Dean and Serial Entrepreneur Don Capener, PhD, as Chief Strategy & Culture Officer

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-Among his roles, Chief Executive and Business Dean, Dr. Don Capener will manage the Chang Robotics Fund, positioned to raise $50 million over the coming 12 months-

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Oct. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Serial entrepreneur and three-time academic dean Don Capener has been appointed Chief Strategy and Culture Officer of Chang Robotics, an impact-focused engineering firm specializing in disruptive automation. Capener brings extensive professional experience, including three prior exits (one through an IPO) and various entrepreneurial and university executive roles. Since 2022, he has been a strategic advisor to Chang Robotics while also serving as a former business dean, current business professor, and experienced fundraising lead.

In September 2024, Chang Robotics was named to two of Fast Company’s 2024 Top Innovation categories: Chang Robotics has been named one of the 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators and acknowledged as a finalist to the Top Artificial Intelligence and Robotics list for 2024.

One of Capener’s key assignments at Chang Robotics will be his role as Chief Administrator and Fund Manager for the Chang Robotics Fund, which is positioned to raise $50 million over the coming 12 months. Investments in the Chang Robotics Fund will underwrite the company’s next tier of impact-focused automation in fields including robotics in healthcare, breakthroughs in BEV and hybrid industrial equipment, automated warehouse and supply chain innovations, and elimination of PFAs “forever chemicals” in food packaging.

Don Capener has been impacting my career since my days as one of his MBA students at Jacksonville University,” said Matthew Chang, Chang Robotics founder and Professional Engineer. “He has made an indelible impact on our growth, particularly within the past two years, and we look forward to expanding that influence still further in the seasons to come.”

Don Capener’s extensive experience makes him uniquely qualified for his new roles with three successful exits: Above the Rim CoFounder (acquired by Reebok), Netcentives CMO (IPO on NASDAQ), and as President of the Capener Company Advertising in San Diego, CA. He is a top influencer in fundraising on LinkedIn, representing the top one percent of contributors. Additionally, he served as the former Business Dean at Marshall University and Jacksonville University, along with Dean of Continuing Education and Associate Provost at Utah Valley University. In his current role, he continues to serve as a full professor of management at Marshall University’s Lewis College of Business. Prior to his CEO roles he was also an executive at Leo Burnett/Frankel in Chicago and San Francisco.

“I am extremely impressed with Chang Robotics’ progress, but most especially in the last two years,” Capener said. “Now, as we launch the Chang Robotics Fund, the pace of innovation is accelerating, as demonstrated by being named one of Fast Company’s Top 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators—and the only Florida-based honoree. Chang Robotics is cultivating one of the most distinctive work cultures through exceptional accountability, lean principles, and community engagement. I am tremendously honored to play a role growing with one of the best minority-led companies in any facet of engineering.”

Capener’s education includes a Ph.D. in International Management from ISM, an MBA from Thunderbird School of Global Management (ASU), and a BS in Political Science and Economics from BYU-Provo.

About Chang Robotics
Chang Robotics, a dba of Chang Industrial, is an engineering firm that specializes in advanced manufacturing, collaborative robotics, and disruptive automation. Chang Robotics seeks to revolutionize supply chain automation and improve workforce productivity through human-focused robotic implementations and autonomous systems. We create future-facing technology road maps that help companies of all sizes to advance their technology initiatives. Chang Robotics has received numerous awards and experienced rapid growth since its founding in 2017 and was named a Top 10 Global Supply Chain Leader by IE Magazine in 2022. For more information, visit ChangRobotics.ai on LinkedIn.

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China’s Aima Electric Vehicle’s flagship store in Pakistan has officially opened, advancing clean energy and empowering China-Pakistan cooperation under the Belt and Road Initiative.

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LAHORE, Pakistan, Oct. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Aima, a leading Chinese electric two-wheeler brand, grandly opened its flagship store in Lahore, Pakistan. Important guests including IRFAN QADIR (CEO SIWA INDUSTRIES & Qadir Group of Companies), Imran Qadir (MD SIWA INDUSTRIES), and some good dealers, along with journalists from multiple mainstream media outlets, attended the opening ceremony.

The opening ceremony also invited well-known local internet opinion leaders such as Bike Mate PK, TALOOT ARTS, and Pak Vloggers. At the ceremony, Aima presented an electric vehicle to Nadeem Arshad, the Pakistani athlete who won the gold medal in the men’s javelin throw at the Paris Olympics, which sparked widespread attention and discussion on local social media.

The opening of this Aima Electric Vehicle flagship store, located at Building No. 596 A Block, Faisal town, Mulana Shaukat Ali Road Lahore, marks a significant step forward in Aima’s global strategy. Over the years, Aima electric vehicles have frequently appeared at top overseas auto shows, and the company has gradually established overseas branches, overseas factories, and plans to establish overseas R&D centers. By actively localizing its operations, conducting in-depth research on local laws, regulations and user habits, and through technological innovation to further improve the technology and safety of its exported products, Aima is steadily and confidently expanding its global market presence.

In recent years, bilateral practical cooperation between China and Pakistan has steadily progressed, and high-quality joint construction of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor has yielded fruitful results. As a highly flexible new energy carrier, electric two-wheelers have played an increasingly important role in the global development of the clean energy industry. Aima’s successful entry into Pakistan further demonstrates the strength and influence of China’s green technology travel, positively empowering the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor, a flagship project of the Belt and Road Initiative, with green economy.

In the future, as more Aima electric vehicle specialty stores open, Aima is expected to play a more important role in the development of Pakistan’s clean energy industry, driving energy cooperation of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor deep into the “capillaries” of Pakistani society and people’s livelihood. Under the framework of the Belt and Road Initiative, with green travel as a lever, Aima will help Pakistan grasp more sustainable development opportunities in the field of clean energy. Hand in hand, China and Pakistan are striving for a cleaner and more promising future.

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KLEVV LAUNCHES ITS FIRST HIGH-PERFORMANCE STANDARD CU-DIMM AND CSO-DIMM DDR5 MEMORY

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OPTIMIZED FOR SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE WITH INTEL 15TH GEN CORE ULTRA PROCESSORS AND Z890 PLATFORM

HONG KONG, Oct. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — KLEVV, the leading consumer memory and storage brand introduced by Essencore, today announces its first-ever CU-DIMM & CSO-DIMM memory modules, which work seamlessly with the latest Intel® Core™ Ultra (Series 2) “Arrow Lake-S” Processors/ Z890 platform to unleash the true DDR5 performance.

Groundbreaking CKD Technology for Revolutionary Performance

KLEVV’s next-generation DDR5 memory lineup receives a substantial performance boost with the integration of advanced Client Clock Driver (CKD) technology. Incorporated via a small integrated circuit (IC) directly on the DIMM, CKD IC enhances the module’s speed and efficiency for both desktop and laptop applications. By regenerating the memory chips’ clock signal, it improves stability, supports higher operating frequencies, and minimizes electrical interference and signal degradation—pushing the boundaries of memory performance.

High-Efficiency Performance, Precision Engineering and Seamless Compatibility

Designed for both performance desktop and laptop systems, KLEVV’s new Standard CU-DIMM and CSO-DIMM memory modules combine the brand’s renowned quality with cutting-edge DDR5 technology, making them ideal for both casual and professional users. Leveraging the innovative CKD architecture, these modules deliver exceptional stability and reliability, even at high speeds, effectively mitigating electrical interference that could otherwise hinder performance. With this advanced design, users can count on smooth, efficient operation, even under heavy workloads.

Unmatched Synergy with Intel 15th Processors 

Fully compliant with JEDEC specifications, KLEVV’s CU-DIMM and CSO-DIMM modules are crafted with precision to ensure seamless compatibility with Intel’s latest 15th-gen Arrow Lake processors. Available in capacities of 16GB, 24GB, 32GB, and 48GB per DIMM, they feature a remarkable clock speed of 6,400 MT/s and latency timings of CL 52-52-52-103 at 1.1V. These speeds are equal to transferring 10(ten) full-HD movies in just one second, illustrating their astounding speed and efficiency. Users should expect this groundbreaking technology on KLEVV’s future products to pave the way for faster and more efficient computing solutions.

Warranty and Availability

KLEVV’S new Standard CUDIMM and CSODIMM DDR5 memory modules come with a limited lifetime peace of mind warranty and will be available in Q4. KLEVV products are distributed by Integral Memory plc in the United Kingdom/ France/ Spain/ Germany. Consumers may visit Amazon sites for online purchases.

About ESSENCORE

Established in 2014, ESSENCORE Limited strives to become the world’s leading vendor of DRAM modules and NAND flash application products. With a mission to “Change the world and be a leader in semiconductor distribution,” ESSENCORE’s business strategy focuses on adopting the latest technologies to differentiate itself from competitors, delivering specialized memory products, and offering a diverse product portfolio to ensure customers are always competition-ready. 

ABOUT KLEVV

KLEVV, is a premium brand of ESSENCORE, the major Module and NAND Flash application product vendor. The KLEVV range focused on superior gaming memory modules and solid state drives. KLEVV is committed to delivering world-class products with first-rate quality, and all products are engineered for enthusiasts who are pursuing the best things in life. KLEVV memory/SSD have been recognized by Germany’s Red Dot Design Award and iF Design Award for its innovative product designs. For more information, please visit www.klevv.com.

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Introducing The Gorilla Fund: Transforming Land Transactions with a Mission for Environmental Stewardship

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AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Gorilla Fund, a new and innovative land company, is launching with a mission to revolutionize land transactions while actively contributing to environmental preservation. Founded by seasoned entrepreneur and adventurer Paul Emery, The Gorilla Fund aims to make buying and selling land simple, transparent, and meaningful.

Transforming land investment while planting roots for a greener tomorrow – 1,000 trees at a time.

“At The Gorilla Fund, we believe in making the journey of buying and selling land simple, transparent, and meaningful,” says Paul Emery, Founder of The Gorilla Fund. “For every piece of land sold, we plant 1,000 trees, ensuring that our impact reaches far beyond the land itself. Together, we’re building a legacy of trust, sustainability, and positive change, one acre at a time.”

“Buying land should be the simplest process, but it’s simply not,” Emery adds. “Our goal is to change that, and make selling and buying land as easy as switching on a light bulb.”

Leveraging Data and AI to Unlock Value

The Gorilla Fund integrates advanced data analytics and AI to accelerate deal flow and unlock value for clients. By streamlining decision-making, identifying opportunities, and optimizing pricing, the company ensures both buyers and sellers benefit from efficient, data-driven transactions.

With a commitment to sustainability and purpose-driven action, The Gorilla Fund aligns responsible land development with environmental stewardship. Each transaction contributes to a lasting, positive environmental footprint.

Paul Emery brings a rich history of entrepreneurial success and bold ventures to The Gorilla Fund. Based in Austin, Texas, Emery is a father, husband, and adventurer, with achievements including the solo circumnavigation of the globe by motorcycle in under 100 days, solo sailing the Atlantic, and flying with the Royal Air Force.

His business career is equally impressive. As co-founder of Makosi, a company providing scalable talent solutions to global accounting firms, Emery has built a track record of success. Makosi has serviced over 100 clients across North America, Europe, Africa, and APAC and made a significant social impact by putting 10,000 children through school in developing countries.

About The Gorilla Fund

The Gorilla Fund is a purpose-driven land company dedicated to making land transactions simple, transparent, and sustainable. For every acre sold, the company plants 1,000 trees to contribute to reforestation efforts and environmental preservation. The Gorilla Fund combines advanced technology with environmental stewardship, ensuring every deal leaves a positive impact on the planet.

For more information, visit www.thegorillafund.com or contact media@gorillafund.com.

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