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Foresters Financial Appoints Andrea Frossard as Chief Commercial Officer

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25-year industry veteran to oversee North American Sales, Product and Enterprise Marketing.

TORONTO, Oct. 21, 2024 /CNW/ – Foresters Financial™ (Foresters), the global life insurer empowering its members to do more of the good they want to do, has announced the appointment of Andrea Frossard as Chief Commercial Officer. Reporting directly to President and CEO Matt Berman, Frossard’s appointment is set to begin effective immediately.

“We are thrilled to welcome Andrea to the Foresters family,” said Berman. “She brings an extraordinary blend of life insurance expertise and leadership, with a proven track record driving growth and innovation. But what sets Andrea apart is her unwavering commitment to giving back and her passion for empowering others, which mirrors our culture at Foresters. Her leadership, both professionally and within the community, will strengthen our impact across all our stakeholders. We’re incredibly fortunate to have someone of Andrea’s caliber join our organization. I have no doubt she will inspire and elevate all of us.”

Ms. Frossard will oversee US and Canada sales, product management and enterprise marketing. She will build on the strong functional synergies across the North American businesses to deliver profitable growth and optimize results.

Ms. Frossard joins the organization from Canada Life, where she most recently held the position of Senior Vice President, Par Insurance Solutions. She began her career at London Life, which amalgamated with Great-West Life and Canada Life in 2020. During her tenure, she held positions in various areas, including insurance solutions, actuarial marketing and large-case services, individual retirement product development and pricing, individual insurance and investment product research, reinsurance, and large group cases.

“I am truly honored to join Foresters Financial at such an exciting time,” said Frossard. “What excites me most is the opportunity to contribute to an organization that blends innovation with purpose. I look forward to collaborating with this incredible team to drive growth and create meaningful change while staying rooted in Foresters mission of supporting their members and their families to do more good.”

Ms. Frossard graduated from the University of Windsor with a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics. She is a Fellow of the Society of Actuaries and a Fellow of the Canadian Institute of Actuaries. While at Canada Life, Andrea was the Canadian executive lead of the Women in Leadership ERG, leading the regional committees on opportunities for mentoring, networking, and encouraging up-and-coming female leaders.

About Foresters Financial

Financial security and living your purpose

Foresters Financial has helped people protect their family’s financial future for 150 years. But we’ve also gone beyond that, giving our members opportunities to do more for their health, communities and the causes they care about most. Foresters is an intrinsically purpose-driven organization working to enrich family and community well-being. Alongside offering life insurance in the US and Canada and life insurance and savings solutions in the UK, Foresters partners with members to help them do more of the good they want to do.

We’ve been a dedicated group of community builders since 1874 and today, sustainability, environmental consciousness and social responsibility are central to delivering our purpose. That commitment has continually led us to provide meaningful lifelong benefits1 to our members, like Foresters Care™ grants that bring communities together, Competitive Scholarships2 to help create a brighter future for young leaders and others that support a world where more good happens. Together, we’re making a difference while inspiring others and new generations to give back. Foresters Financial is the trade name for The Independent Order of Foresters, the oldest non-denominational fraternal benefit society. For 24 straight years, The Independent Order of Foresters has received an “A” (Excellent) rating from A.M. Best.3

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Foresters Financial member benefits are non-contractual, subject to benefit-specific eligibility requirements, definitions, and limitations and may be changed or cancelled without notice or are no longer available.

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The Competitive Scholarship benefit is administered by International Scholarship and Tuition Services, Inc. (ISTS).

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The A.M. Best rating assigned on September 6, 2024, reflects the overall strength and claims-paying ability of The Independent Order of Foresters (IOF) but does not apply to the performance of any non-IOF-issued products. An “A” (Excellent) rating is assigned to companies that have a strong ability to meet their ongoing obligations to policyholders and have, on balance, excellent balance sheet strength, operating performance, and business profile when compared to the standards established by A.M. Best Company. A.M. Best assigns ratings from A++ to F; A++ and A+ being superior ratings and A and A- being excellent ratings. See ambest.com for our latest rating.

Foresters Financial, Foresters, Foresters Care, Foresters Moments, Foresters Renew, Foresters Member Discounts, Foresters Go, the Foresters Go logo and Helping Is Who We Are are trade names and trademarks of The Independent Order of Foresters (a fraternal benefit society, 789 Don Mills Rd, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M3C 1T9) and its subsidiaries.

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ZTO to Announce Third Quarter Financial Results of 2024 on November 19, 2024 U.S. Eastern Time

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SHANGHAI, Oct. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — ZTO Express (Cayman) Inc. (NYSE: ZTO and SEHK: 2057) (“ZTO” or the “Company”), a leading and fast-growing express delivery company in China, today announced that it will release its unaudited financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024 after the U.S. market closes on November 19, 2024.

ZTO’s management team will host an earnings conference call at 7:30 P.M. U.S. Eastern Time on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, which is 8:30 A.M. Beijing Time on Wednesday, November 20, 2024.

Dial-in details for the earnings conference call are as follows:

United States:

1-888-317-6003

Hong Kong:

800-963-976

Singapore:   

800-120-5863

Mainland China:

4001-206-115

International:

1-412-317-6061

Passcode:

0501133

A replay of the conference call may be accessible through November 26, 2024 by dialing the following numbers: 

United States:   

1-877-344-7529

International:

1-412-317-0088

Canada:

855-669-9658

Passcode:

1609584

A live and archived webcast of the conference call will also be available at the Company’s investor relations website at http://zto.investorroom.com.

About ZTO Express (Cayman) Inc.

ZTO Express (Cayman) Inc. (NYSE: ZTO and SEHK: 2057) (“ZTO” or the “Company”) is a leading and fast-growing express delivery company in China. ZTO provides express delivery service as well as other value-added logistics services through its extensive and reliable nationwide network coverage in China.

ZTO operates a highly scalable network partner model, which the Company believes is best suited to support the significant growth of e-commerce in China. The Company leverages its network partners to provide pickup and last-mile delivery services, while controlling the mission-critical line-haul transportation and sorting network within the express delivery service value chain.

For more information, please visit http://zto.investorroom.com.

For investor inquiries, please contact:

Investor Relations
Tel: (86) 21 5980 4508
Email: ir@zto.com

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Hisense’s Overseas Annual Revenue Surpasses $12.2 Billion USD

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Hisense Group Announces New Goals for the Future at 55th Anniversary

QINGDAO, China, Oct. 22, 2024 /CNW/ — Hisense, a leading brand in global consumer electronics and home appliances, announced a remarkable milestone with its overseas business revenue surpassing $12.2 billion USD in the fiscal year of 2023. This significant achievement was revealed at the Group’s 55th-anniversary celebrations, at which the company also unveiled its ambitious future goals.

Over the past five years, Hisense has significantly expanded its global footprint and achieved breakthroughs in technological foundation. The company’s acquisition of SanDen Corporation and development of AI picture quality chips were catalysts for growth, enabling Hisense to enter new markets and enhance its technological capabilities. As a result, Hisense’s overseas revenue has more than doubled since 2019, while in 2023 Hisense Group’s revenue surpassed $28.7 billion USD.

At the celebration event, Hisense Group Chairman, Mr. Jia Shaoqian, delivered the speech “Faithful as in the Beginning, Creating the Future”, introducing future goals, including becoming a high-quality development model by leveraging industrial clusters; transitioning towards green and low-carbon operations; expanding its global reach through transformation from China-centric to a truly global management model; and establishing a world-class enterprise and global brand.

“We continue to strengthen our core competitiveness in technology and products, leverage strong appeal in cross-cultural integration, and enhance global competitiveness in building a brand matrix,” emphasized Mr. Jia. “Hisense will persist in developing our own brands, aiming for the high-end market in resolutely striving to become world-class!”

With a focus on innovation, Hisense has dedicated approximately 5% of its annual revenue to R&D, with 30% of that investment directed towards pre-research. By prioritizing user needs and customer satisfaction, Hisense ensures that its products and technologies serve users and create value.

Hisense has established a strong global presence with 36 industrial parks and production bases, 30 R&D centers, and 64 overseas offices, forming a “5+1” network covering Europe, the Americas, ASEAN, the Middle East, Africa, and China. To drive growth, Hisense is accelerating its manufacturing footprint globally. In Africa, the company is establishing new production facilities, while in ASEAN and Latin America, Hisense is increasing localizing production and research capabilities. This strategic expansion will enable Hisense to better serve customers and strengthen its global competitive position.

With the vision of building a “Century-old Company”, Hisense is committed to ongoing improvements in corporate governance. By benchmarking against global best practices, fostering board diversity, and implementing a more robust structure, the company aims to enhance its governance level and accelerate its journey towards becoming a world-class enterprise.

About Hisense

Hisense is a leading global home appliance and consumer electronics brand and official partner of the UEFA EURO 2024™. According to Omdia, Hisense ranked No. 2 globally for TV shipments and No. 1 in 100″ TVs in both 2023 and H1 2024. The company has expanded quickly to operate in more than 160 countries and specializes in multi-media goods, home appliances, and intelligent IT information.

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HSG Laser Boosts European Presence with Advanced Technologies and Comprehensive Service Network at EuroBLECH 2024

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HANOVER, Germany, Oct. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — At EuroBLECH, HSG Laser, a global leader in metal shaping equipment and automation solutions, unveils its ambitious European growth strategy. This plan encompasses the launch of cutting-edge industry solutions and commitment to active engagement through local events. Aligned with the fair’s theme, “The Power of Productivity”, HSG showcases three advanced cutting technologies designed to elevate productivity and drive growth for its global customers.

Over the past six years, HSG has cultivated a strong presence in the German market, earning customer trust through dedicated local services. The Düsseldorf headquarters, a vital hub for sales, after-sales support, and logistics, features a showroom and well-stocked warehouse with a broad range of products and spare parts for fast delivery.

With an installation base of over 25,000 machines across more than 100 countries, HSG has gained a strong reputation in the global market by offering high-quality equipment at competitive prices.

GV: A Cutting-Edge 2D Laser Cutting Solution

After making its debut in the U.S. market, the GV model gains significant attention at the German fair. Equipped with a powerful 60kW fiber laser, this system can cut materials up to 10cm thick at speeds up to 400% faster than conventional 12kW machines. The GV integrates seamlessly into existing product lines and features an optional automation Tower for material handling, presenting an ideal choice for manufacturers aiming to maximize productivity at low cost.

X: Optimized Laser Cutting Machine for Space Efficiency

HSG also displays the X model, engineered to maximize processing efficiency within a minimal footprint. With a maximum linkage speed of 120m/min and acceleration of 1.5G, the machine delivers outstanding performance in a compact format, ideal for facilities with limited floor space. Safety remains a top priority, as the X model features a fully enclosed structure, optical density glass to shield against laser radiation, and enhanced safety measures to protect operators.

TX: Ultimate Solution for Heavy-Duty Tube Cutting

For industries including steel construction and bridge building, HSG’s TX offers unmatched capabilities. It processes heavy-duty tubes such as round tubes up to 36cm in diameter and 12m in length with precision, supported by HSG’s self-developed 3+1 Twin Chucks clamping system that minimizes waste and enhances cutting accuracy.

By presenting its state-of-the-art cutting technologies, HSG reaffirms its commitment to the European market, and to support its clients in achieving their manufacturing objectives.

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