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Venture Valley Video Game Honored as a Finalist in Education, Art & Culture – Digital Innovative Experiences for The 4th Annual Anthem Awards

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PASADENA, Calif., Oct. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Venture Valley video game from the Singleton Foundation for Financial Literacy and Entrepreneurship, announced today that it has been named a “Finalist” for Digital Innovation Experiences in Education, Art, & Culture in The 4th Annual Anthem Awards. Venture Valley empowers young adults to build financial and entrepreneurial basics by capturing their interest with competitive esports-style gameplay. Players learn real financial and business skills as they grow their business from one small pet-walking enterprise to multiple businesses, including a drone factory, a dating app development firm, a robot manufacturer, and many more. Playing against others in game provides a fun outlet to compete with friends in positive ways while practicing financial skills and business concepts.

“This recognition underscores the value of gamified learning, and the impact Venture Valley has in promoting entrepreneurship and financial literacy,” said Shelley Miles, CEO of the Singleton Foundation for Financial Literacy and Entrepreneurship. “We are dedicated to empowering young people with the confidence and skills they need to navigate the complexities of sound financial decision making.”

“The Finalists of this year’s Anthem Awards are truly inspiring and I am honored to help elevate their impact,” said Anthem Awards General Manager, Patricia McLoughlin. “At this moment, there is a lot of uncertainty in our world, but the tireless and extraordinary efforts of the Anthem Awards community provide hope that a better tomorrow is possible. Thank you to everyone doing this work and making an impact.”

The 4th Annual Anthem Awards was the most competitive season yet with more than 2,300 entries submitted from 34 countries worldwide. By amplifying the voices that spark global change, the Anthem Awards are defining a new benchmark for impactful work that inspires others to take action in their communities. A portion of program revenue is allocated to our grant program, The Anthem Fund.

This year marks the 2nd Annual Anthem Community Voice Celebration to uplift the work of Anthem Finalists. All Finalists are also in the running to win a Gold, Silver, or Bronze Anthem Award selected by Anthem judges. Supporters can celebrate Venture Valley online from October 15th to October 31st. All Winners for the 4th Annual Anthem Awards will be announced on Tuesday, November 19th, 2024.

Anthem Winners are selected by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences. Judges for the 4th Annual Anthem Awards include Janine Brady, Managing Director of Communications, Schmidt Futures,  Haven Ley SVP, Program Strategy, Investments and Comms., CSO, Pivotal Ventures, Roma McCaig, Chief Public Affairs and Impact Officer, REI Co-op, Wendy R. Weiser, Vice President, Democracy, Brennan Center for Justice, Brett Peters, Global Lead, TikTok for Good, TikTok, C.D. Glin, President, PepsiCo, Aurora James, Activist and Fashion Designer, Fifteen Percent Pledge, Michelle Waring, Steward for Sustainability and Everyday Good, Tom’s of Maine, Trovon Williams, Sr. Vice President of Marketing & Communications, NAACP, and Singleton Beato, Global EVP, Chief DEI Officer, McCann Worldgroup, and many others.

More information on the Venture Valley game can be found at www.venturevalleygame.com and through its social media channels:
– Twitch
– Discord
– Twitter
– YouTube
– Instagram
– Facebook

About the Singleton Foundation The mission of the Singleton Foundation is to make financial competence fun and engaging for everyone by using the power of entertainment to capture attention, create change, promote entrepreneurship and to inspire individual achievement. The Singleton Foundation for Financial Literacy and Entrepreneurship is a 501(c)(3).

About The Anthem Awards:
Launched in 2021 by The Webby Awards, The Anthem Awards honors the purpose & mission-driven work of people, companies and organizations worldwide. By amplifying the voices that spark global change, we’re defining a new benchmark for impactful work that inspires others to take action in their own communities. The Anthem Awards honors work across seven core causes: Diversity; Equity & Inclusion; Education; Art & Culture; Health; Human & Civil Rights; Humanitarian Action & Services; Responsible Technology; and Sustainability, Environment & Climate. This season’s partners include Ms. Magazine, The Female Quotient, Sustainable Brands, NationSwell, and TheFutureParty. The Awards were founded in partnership with the Ad Council, Born This Way Foundation, Feeding America, Glaad, Mozilla, NAACP, NRDC, WWF, and XQ.

About The Webby Awards:
Hailed as the “Internet’s highest honor” by The New York Times, The Webby Awards is the leading international awards organization honoring excellence on the Internet, including Websites and Mobile Sites; Video; Advertising; Media & PR; Apps & Software; Social; Podcasts; Games and AI, Metaverse & Virtual. Established in 1996, The Webby Awards received nearly 13,000 entries from all 50 states and over 70 countries worldwide this year. The Webby Awards are presented by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences (IADAS). Sponsors and Partners of The Webby Awards include WP Engine, LinkedIn, Meltwater, NAACP, KPMG, Wall Street Journal, Vox Media, Deadline, AdAge, TechCrunch, The Hollywood Reporter, The Hustle, Morning Brew, Passionfruit, Embedded, Link in Bio, Creator Economy NYC, Creator Spotlight, AIGA, Vote Save America, and The Publish Press.

Find The Anthem Awards Online:

– Website: anthemawards.com
– Facebook:  facebook.com/anthemawards
– Instagram: @anthemawards
– LinkedIn: The Anthem Awards

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Stoneridge, Inc. To Broadcast Its Third Quarter 2024 Conference Call On The Web

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NOVI, Mich., Oct. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Stoneridge, Inc. (NYSE: SRI) will webcast its third quarter 2024 earnings conference call live on Thursday, October 31, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. ET with president and chief executive officer, Jim Zizelman, and chief financial officer, Matt Horvath.

The webcast can be accessed on the Presentations & Events page of the Investors section of the Company’s website, www.stoneridge.com. 

Stoneridge, Inc., headquartered in Novi, Michigan, is a global designer and manufacturer of highly engineered electrical and electronic systems, components and modules for the automotive, commercial, off-highway and agricultural vehicle markets. Additional information about Stoneridge can be found at www.stoneridge.com.

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Baylin Technologies Announces Deployment of Multibeam Antennas for Upcoming High-Profile Events at Rogers Stadium, Toronto and BC Place, Vancouver

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TORONTO, Oct. 17, 2024 /CNW/ – Baylin Technologies Inc. (TSX: BYL) (the “Company”) is pleased to announce that its multibeam antennas have been selected for deployment for National Events at both Rogers Stadium, Toronto and BC Place, Vancouver.

The Galtronics multibeam antennas will provide coverage for several upcoming high-profile events, including Taylor Swift concerts in Toronto and Vancouver in November and December of this year.

“Antenna performance is increasingly important at stadiums. With the right connectivity, venue operators elevate the fan experience. Event attendees now expect the stadium experience to allow them to post to social media during the event, and video streaming capabilities are mandatory, not optional.” said Leighton Carroll, Baylin’s CEO.

Baylin’s patented multibeam antennas have now been sold and deployed by all three national carriers in Canada, all three national carriers in the USA and both national carriers in Mexico.

About Baylin

Baylin is a leading diversified global wireless technology company. Baylin focuses on research, design, development, manufacturing and sales of passive and active radio-frequency products, satellite communications products, and supporting services. Baylin aspires to exceed its customers’ needs and anticipate the direction of the market. For further information, please visit www.baylintech.com.

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This press release includes forward-looking information and forward-looking statements (together, “forward-looking statements”) within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Forward-looking statements are not statements of historical fact. Rather, they are disclosure regarding conditions, developments, events or financial performance that we expect or anticipate may or will occur in the future, including, among other things, information or statements concerning our objectives and strategies to achieve those objectives, statements with respect to management’s beliefs, estimates, intentions and plans, and statements concerning anticipated future circumstances, events, expectations, operations, performance or results. Forward-looking statements can be identified generally by the use of forward looking terminology, such as “anticipate”, “believe”, “could” “should”, “would”, “estimate”, “expect”, “forecast”, “indicate”, “intend”, “likely, “may”, “outlook”, “plan”, “potential”, “project”, “seek”, “target”, “trend” or “will”, or the negative or other variations of these words or other comparable words or phrases, and are intended to identify forward-looking  statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain these words.

The forward-looking statements in this press release include statements regarding the quality and performance of the multibeam antennas. Forward-looking statements are based on certain assumptions and estimates made by us in light of the experience and perception of historical trends, current conditions, expected future developments, including projected growth and sales in passive and active radio frequency and terrestrial microwave products and services, and other factors we believe are appropriate and reasonable in the circumstances, but there can be no assurance that such assumptions and estimates will prove to be correct.

Many factors could cause our actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements or future events or developments to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements, including the risk factors discussed in the Company’s most recent Annual Information Form, which is available on the Company’s profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca. All the forward-looking statements in this press release are qualified by these cautionary statements and other cautionary statements or factors in this press release. There can be no assurance that the actual results or developments will be realized or, even if substantially realized, will have the expected consequences to, or effects on, the Company. Unless required by applicable securities law, the Company does not intend and does not assume any obligation to update these forward-looking statements.

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DFIN to Announce Third-Quarter Results and Host Investor Conference Call on October 31, 2024

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CHICAGO, Oct. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Donnelley Financial Solutions (NYSE: DFIN) will hold a conference call and webcast on Thursday, October 31, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. Eastern time to discuss its third-quarter fiscal year 2024 financial results, provide a general business update and respond to analyst questions.

A live webcast of the call will also be available on the Company’s investor relations website. Please visit investor.dfinsolutions.com at least fifteen minutes prior to the start of the event to register, download and install any necessary audio software.

If you are unable to participate live, a replay of the webcast will be available following the conference call on the Company’s investor relations website, along with the earnings press release, and related financial tables.

DFIN’s financial report for the third quarter will be released before the market opens on Thursday, October 31, 2024 via a filing with the SEC on Form 8-K and will also be posted on the Company’s investor relations website.

About Donnelley Financial Solutions (DFIN)
DFIN is a leading global provider of innovative software and technology-enabled financial regulatory and compliance solutions. We provide domain expertise, enterprise software and data analytics for every stage of our clients’ business and investment lifecycles. Markets fluctuate, regulations evolve, technology advances, and through it all, DFIN delivers confidence with the right solutions in moments that matter. Learn about DFIN’s end-to-end risk and compliance solutions online at DFINsolutions.com or you can also follow us on X (formerly Twitter) @DFINSolutions or on LinkedIn.

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