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Hypercars, Exotics, Customs, Classics, and Much More! Los Angeles Auto Show Celebrates the Best of Global Car Culture with New and Returning Exhibits

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LOS ANGELES, Nov. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Los Angeles Auto Show®  (LA Auto Show) will again deliver the definitive experience for car enthusiasts and celebrate the unwavering passion and dedication of this global community. The LA Auto Show, taking place from Friday, November 22 through Sunday, December 1, 2024, is the destination for the hottest automotive and lifestyle-themed attractions that are driving the nation’s passions and shaping how communities come together. 

LA Auto Show’s 2024 showcases include:

All Roads Stage
New for 2024, All Roads Stage is a dynamic activation that brings together diverse voices from across the automotive world. Featuring influencers, builders, and trailblazers from various automotive segments, the stage highlights the creativity and love that defines car culture. A companion to the All Roads Stories original video series, the All Roads Stage continues that celebration of car culture and will feature a rotating selection of vehicles and organizations including Sasha Selipanov’s new NILU hypercar, Unplugged Performance’s heavily customized Tesla Cybertruck, social phenom MrCarSounds and his custom BMW E92 M3, and TWR Performance’s Supercat, a project led by Head Designer Khyzyl Saleem in collaboration with famed customizer Magnus Walker.

The new exhibit, along with the video series, is a continuing narrative and showcases how all roads, no matter where they begin, have a home and story that are celebrated at the LA Auto Show. Car culture fans can watch all episodes of the multi-part All Roads video series, which tells the personal stories of local entrepreneurs, brands, and auto enthusiasts who have made their mark on the Los Angeles scene. Each episode tells a unique story of passion, innovation, and most of all, community.

The Garage Aftermarket
The Garage Aftermarket is back for 2024. Located in the Los Angeles Convention Center’s 160,000-square-foot Kentia Hall, visitors are invited to enjoy an incredible array of custom and vintage cars, modified trucks and stylized motorcycles. This year’s star attractions include, South Bay Pop Ups Lowrider & Motorcycle Collective, Black Classics Car Club, Al & Ed’s Exclusive, World Famous 4 x 4, Yamaha, plus many others. With more than 60 mind-blowing lowriders on display, as well as a host of ultra-luxury exotics and classic cars, hard-to-find automotive collectibles, premium retail brands and more, The Garage Aftermarket is an essential part of the LA Auto Show experience that the whole family can enjoy.

Digital Overdrive SIM Racing and Esports
Tryhard Consulting and LANFest are excited to activate the first official Sim Racing and Esports activation at the LA Auto Show. Together with Zotac, Thrustmaster, and Next Level Racing, the Digital Overdrive experience will feature professional sim racing rigs, a competitive gaming arena, interactive demos, and exciting giveaways throughout the show including Next Level Racing sim racing rigs, Thrustmaster Gamepads and Controllers, and custom-built PCs.

Auto enthusiasts and gamers will also have a chance to intersect in this family-friendly interactive experience including meet-and-greets with NASCAR Driver Jesse Iwuji, hands-on live demos that feature gaming setups and custom-built PCs, sim racing, plus live competitive matches like the Rocket League collegiate showdown between USC vs. UCLA.

OVRland Outpost, Overlanding & Off-Road Special Exhibits
Accelerated by the rapid growth in consumer interest, overlanding is surging in popularity and exposure. This is particularly true in Southern California where the culture, weather, and terrain are especially conducive to outdoor adventuring. The LA Auto Show is bringing together the world’s leading names in overlanding and offroad vehicles to showcase their capabilities. This year’s lineup includes the return of OVRland Outpost featuring over 30 custom overlanding rigs in collaboration with OVR Magazine as well as the latest models to get off the grid from Chevy, GMC Hummer, Toyota, Subaru, INEOS, Ford, Jeep, Ram, Nissan, Exodus Rigs, and more.

Micromobility – Big Adventure, Compact Fun
Electric Bikes (eBikes), motorcycles, scooters, ATV, side-by-side vehicles, snowmobiles, waverunner, sportboats, golf cars and much more are also on display throughout the LA Auto Show at The Garage Aftermarket. Yamaha, a leader in the outdoor recreation industry, will be showcasing a wide variety of their ever-expanding product line at this year’s show. Additionally, eBike manufacturers like Oh Wow Cycles and retro electric scooter maker Aventura-X will be showcasing their current and upcoming models for all visitors to see, including Aventura-X’s first retro Electric Scooter with removable batteries that will be on display for the first time.

“For decades, the Los Angeles Auto Show has been the epicenter of car culture and a tireless advocate for the innovation that defines our industry,” said Terri Toennies, president and chief operating officer of the Los Angeles Auto Show. “Our city helps shape the trends and styles of automotive culture both here in America and throughout the world, and this range of new and returning exhibits is a must-see for anyone with a passion for all things automotive.”

For additional information and tickets, please visit laautoshow.com.

About the Los Angeles Auto Show & AutoMobility LA
Founded in 1907, the Los Angeles Auto Show™ is recognized as one of the world’s most influential automotive events. The show celebrates the enduring love that Angelenos have for their cars and offers a global platform for industry debuts, technology, and innovation.

Doors open to the public November 22December 1 and the show runs for 10 full days, including Thanksgiving Day. It is a must-attend event for prospective car buyers, industry executives, influencers, car enthusiasts, and for families wanting to enjoy an unforgettable day out during the holiday season. Held at the Los Angeles Convention Center, the LA Auto Show contributes several hundred million dollars to the city’s economy, stimulates the local job market, and is the number one revenue generator for the Center.

On November 21, AutoMobility LA 2024, the show’s media and industry day, will include a range of groundbreaking debuts and announcements, and a conference program featuring the leading minds in automotive and technology. These experts will explore the most pressing industry issues in a series of presentations and panel discussions from AutoMobility LA’s main stage.

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Tabono Capital Announces Strategic Partnership with Invesco to Deliver Enhanced Investment Solutions for UHNW Clients

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SINGAPORE, Nov. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Tabono Capital today has announced a strategic partnership with Invesco that enhances investment solutions for ultra-high-net-worth clients.

Tabono Capital, a multi-family office based in Singapore, collaborates with Invesco, a global investment management leader with over US$1.7 trillion in assets under management. This partnership merges Invesco’s institutional-grade investment expertise, cutting-edge portfolio solutions, and comprehensive research capabilities with Tabono Capital’s strong relationships with ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) families across the Asia Pacific and Middle East regions.

This collaboration enables Tabono Capital’s clients to benefit from the extensive resources and scale of Invesco’s capabilities. For Invesco, the partnership provides enhanced access to sophisticated investors in key growth markets.

Key elements of the partnership include:

Implementation and construction of model portfolios and asset allocation frameworksAccess to institutional-grade investment research and comprehensive market insights for UHNW clientsKnowledge sharing and collaboration on market intelligence and investor insights

Nirish Unni, CEO & Co-Founder of Tabono Capital, emphasized the significance of the partnership: “This partnership represents a significant milestone in our growth strategy. By leveraging Invesco’s world-class investment research and asset allocation capabilities, we can provide our clients with institutional-grade investment solutions while maintaining the personalized service they expect from a boutique multi-family office.”

Santosh Rao, Co-Founder and Chief Revenue Officer of Tabono Capital, added: “Our clients increasingly seek institutional-quality investment solutions with global reach. This collaboration with Invesco allows us to deliver exactly that, while maintaining our personalised approach to client service. Together, we will create portfolios designed to capture opportunities in key global markets while effectively managing risk.”

Christopher Hamilton, Asia Pacific Head of Client Solutions for Invesco, stated: “We’re proud to partner with Tabono Capital to bring our industry-leading offerings and capabilities to Asia’s expanding family office and UHNW segment. This is a compelling platform for investors to access comprehensive strategies that can help them meet their financial goals.”

About Tabono Capital

Tabono Capital is a multi-family office headquartered in Singapore, licensed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) to provide Fund Management services. Co-founded by industry veterans and former private wealth managers Nirish Unni and Santosh Rao, the firm caters to ultra-high-net-worth families across the Asia Pacific and MENA regions, offering comprehensive wealth management and family office solutions. For more information, visit https://tabonocapital.com

Contact: team@tabonocapital.com

About Invesco

Invesco Ltd. (NYSE: IVZ) is a global independent investment management firm dedicated to delivering an investment experience that helps people get more out of life. With offices in more than 20 countries, our distinctive investment teams deliver a comprehensive range of active, passive and alternative investment capabilities. For more information, visit www.invesco.com/corporate.

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RedDrop Wins the $1 Million Dollar Grand Prize from Pharrell Williams’ Black Ambition to Empower Period Care Innovation in Teen-Focused Wellness

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ATLANTA, Nov. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — RedDrop, a rising star in the wellness industry for its innovative period care products for tweens, is proud to announce that it won the $1 Million Dollar Grand Prize from Black Ambition.

In 2020, Pharrell Williams founded the non-profit organization Black Ambition to support Black and Hispanic Entrepreneurs to fuel future founders. This year celebrates its 4th Annual Black Ambition Demo Day, where over 250 guests gathered to hear eight finalists’ pitches and celebrate the brilliance of Black and Hispanic entrepreneurs. The event was supported by Visa, Comcast, Lennar Foundation, Louis Vuitton and Adidas. The panel of four judges, which included Lisa Price, Founder of Carol’s Daughter; Pinky Cole, Founder of Slutty Vegan; Matt Story, Vice President, Global Brand Integrated Marketing at Visa; and Erik Moore, Founder & Managing Director, Base Ventures determined the top winners to an enthusiastic audience.

As one of the few brands chosen for this highly competitive program, RedDrop will benefit from Black Ambition’s extensive mentorship network, funding, and resources to amplify Black and Hispanic founders and their brands. With a focus on providing personalized wellness solutions and empowering tween girls, RedDrop is excited to partner with industry leaders to scale its impact and reach new audiences. 

“We’re beyond thrilled to be the grand prize winners of this year’s Black Ambition Prize Competition! Having $1 million to invest in our business is life-changing and will give us opportunities to grow and continue to impact our community,” said Dr. Monica Williams, Co-Founder and CEO of RedDrop. “And while the prize money is great, the mentorship and network provided by Black Ambition is priceless and will allow us to open doors that were previously closed and to start building our own table so we can invite others to have a seat.”

One of Black Ambition’s key initiatives is to encourage and support Black and Hispanic founders with funding, mentorship, and network support as each founder develops their footprint in their industries. Black Ambition has awarded over $2.7 million to 30 trailblazing founders across AI, Consumer Products and Services, Healthcare, Media & Entertainment, and Tech. In addition to the $1 Million grand prize, RedDrop will have access to industry veterans, office hours with investors and senior leaders, exclusive invitations to retail partnership meetings, wellness and executive coaching, and more for the next six months. 

Through access to industry veterans, strategic insights, and capital support, RedDrop is poised to take its mission to new heights while promoting wellness solutions that resonate with diverse and underrepresented communities. RedDrop’s inclusion in the Black Ambition network marks a significant milestone in the company’s journey to revolutionize how tween girls connect with wellness products that align with their unique needs and values.

To connect and learn more about RedDrop, please visit www.tryreddrop.com. Follow us on  Instagram (@reddrop), Facebook (@reddropco), Youtube (@tryreddrop), X (@reddrop) and TikTok (@reddropco) to stay up to date with us.

About RedDrop
RedDrop is a wellness brand committed to creating inclusive and innovative period products for tween girls to feel their best during their new stage of life. With a focus on properly sized period products and education-backed solutions, RedDrop is revolutionizing the way consumers approach health, wellness, and self-care.

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Chaaat.io to Release Bookingz, a Booking Personal Assistant to Streamline Appointment Scheduling

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HONG KONG, Nov. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Chaaat.io, an emerging leader in providing user-friendly tools for customer acquisition, engagement, and retention, is excited to announce the launch of its latest feature: Bookingz.

Designed to deliver a seamless booking experience, Bookingz allows users to schedule appointments entirely through WhatsApp. This launch arrives at a time when businesses and individuals are increasingly seeking efficient ways to interact with customers on platforms they use daily, as communication channels like email are dwindling in performance. WhatsApp, with its 2 billion active users, has become a central communication hub for both individuals and businesses. Bookingz enables businesses of all sizes to offer efficient, convenient appointment booking directly through WhatsApp.

Simplifying Making Bookings

Bookingz transforms the customer journey in several key ways. Businesses that sign up with Bookingz can send a WhatsApp link to their customers, who can then experience a fully streamlined booking process that stays within WhatsApp, eliminating the friction of switching between apps or websites.

Bookingz manages the process on behalf of the business, eliminating the need for the business owner or representative to tediously go back and forth suggesting availabilities. Users can simply request availabilities and then confirm a booking, all from the safety of WhatsApp.

Bookingz also delivers a much higher click-through and booking rate than email. The platform leverages WhatsApp’s high open rates – roughly 80-90%, compared to the meager 5% standard open rates offered by email, to send reminders and follow-ups that customers are more likely to see, ensuring appointments are top-of-mind and helping avoid no-shows and last-minute cancellations.

Keeping things in one place

Beyond streamlining the booking process, Bookingz enhances customer engagement by staying within the familiar and trusted space of WhatsApp. This user experience approach increases booking rates by reducing the enormous friction that business owners will see with alternative booking solutions that force customers to download apps, sign up and/or log in.

End users can make a booking with businesses by sending a WhatsApp message, with the assistant guiding them through each step in real time. Whether booking an appointment, scheduling a consultation, or arranging a meeting, customers can request and secure bookings without leaving the app. For businesses, this user-friendly design requires no technical skills and can be launched with just a few clicks.

The Future of Customer Interaction

With the launch of Bookingz, Chaaat.io is setting a new standard for customer engagement and service. By simplifying the process of offering booking services through WhatsApp, Chaaat.io is reshaping the accessibility of booking automation. This democratization of business tools allows even the smallest companies to leverage advanced features and deliver exceptional customer experiences.

As businesses prioritize customer experience and seek personalized, convenient interactions, Chaaat.io‘s innovations are poised to influence how SMEs communicate with customers around the world. Bookingz is just one of many Chaaat.io features designed to help companies strengthen customer relationships, enhance engagement, and drive revenue growth.

In today’s evolving digital landscape, tools like Bookingz are essential for any modern, customer-focused business to keep up with modern customer behavior.

For more information or to join the wait list, contact James Hogan at support@chaaat.io

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