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European Commission announces new competitions for 2025 – European Capital and Green Pioneer of Smart Tourism

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BRUSSELS, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Today, the European Commission launches the 2025 edition of the European Capital of Smart Tourism and the European Green Pioneer of Smart Tourism competitions. Tourism destinations across Europe are invited to submit their innovative practices of smart and sustainable tourism to become leading examples in European tourism.

As the EU’s third largest eco-system, tourism plays a crucial role in economic growth and job creation. The Smart Tourism initiative recognises cities implementing new digital tools and practices such as equal opportunity and access to visitors, sustainable development and support to creative industries and local talent. With these competitions, the European Commission promotes and awards the future of smart and sustainable tourism in Europe.

To compete for the 2025 titles, cities are asked to demonstrate their innovative tourism practices and submit their applications using an online form. Applications will first be evaluated by a panel of independent experts. In the second step, shortlisted cities will be asked to present their city’s candidature in front of the European Jury. The European Jury will select two winners, the ‘European Capital of Smart Tourism 2025’ and the ‘European Green Pioneer of Smart Tourism 2025’, which will be announced in November 2024. 

Both competitions are open to cities across both the EU, as well as the non-EU countries that take part in the Single Market Programme (SMP)[1] – former COSME Programme.

European Capital of Smart Tourism 2025 – Smart gets you further

The European Capital of Smart Tourism competition has a proven track record of success. The 2025 European Capital of Smart Tourism is the sixth edition of the competition. Dublin was selected as the 2024 Smart Capital. Previous winners include Pafos and Seville as 2023 Capitals, Bordeaux and València as the 2022 Capitals, Gothenburg and Málaga as the 2020 Capitals, while Helsinki and Lyon won the inaugural competition and jointly held the 2019 titles. Since 2024, there is only one winner of the European Capital of Smart Tourism competition due to a change in competition rules, whereas previous editions featured two winners annually.

The European Capital of Smart Tourism 2025 will benefit from communication and branding support throughout 2025 which will tell the story of the outstanding smart and innovative practices that made it stand out and win. This will include the production of a promotional video, a large hashtag sculpture to install in a prominent location, diverse promotional activities and visibility at EU level and internationally. The winner will also have the chance to join a growing and active network of smart destinations that were shortlisted in the five previous editions of the competition, exchange best practices and learn from one another.

The European Capital of Smart Tourism competition is open to cities with a population of over 100.000. For more information, please refer to the European Capital of Smart Tourism Guide for Applicants.

European Green Pioneer of Smart Tourism 2025 – Green leads the way

The European Green Pioneer of Smart Tourism is the successor of the European Destinations of Excellence (EDEN) competition which was first introduced by the European Commission in 2007 to reward non-traditional, emerging sustainable tourism destinations in Europe.

The competition is founded upon the principle of promoting the development of sustainable tourism in smaller destinations which brings value to the economy, the planet, and the people. Being the European Green Pioneer of Smart Tourism 2025 will allow the winning city to serve as an inspiration to other tourism destinations across Europe, enhance their city’s profile as a quality travel destination, attracting visitors and generating economic growth in a sustainable way.

The Green Pioneer competition is open to cities with a population between 25.000 – 100.000. For additional information, please refer to the European Green Pioneer of Smart Tourism Guide for Applicants.

For both competitions, applications must be received by:

31 May 2024 at 17:00 CET.

For all the latest updates on the Smart Tourism initiative, follow us on our website, Facebook, or Twitter, and subscribe to our EU Smart Tourism Podcast series in Spotify and Amazon Music.   

Contact:

European Smart Tourism Secretariat:
Sandra Bumbar-Malchow or Antigoni Avgeropoulou
info@smarttourismcapital.eu, +49 (0) 30 70 01 86 390 

[1] Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Iceland, Kosovo, Liechtenstein, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Norway,  Serbia, Türkiye and Ukraine; https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/smp/guidance/list-3rd-country-participation_smp_en.pdf

 

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PrimeRevenue Hires Andrew Hamilton as CTO

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Hamilton Brings Over Two Decades of Experience to Role, Where He’ll Spearhead Innovation and Advanced AI Strategies Across Working Capital and B2B Payment Solutions

ATLANTA, April 17, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — PrimeRevenue—the global leader in working capital and B2B payment solutions—today announced the appointment of Andrew Hamilton as Chief Technology Officer (CTO). As CTO, Hamilton will be responsible for spearheading transformative initiatives across PrimeRevenue’s technology framework and optimizing current and future platform solutions. He brings over two decades of executive experience in software development, systems integration and enterprise technology leadership into this role.

“As we shape the next chapter of PrimeRevenue’s journey, Andrew’s stewardship, experience and counsel will be crucial. His role isn’t just about leading technology—it’s about driving transformation,” said PJ Bain, CEO of PrimeRevenue.

“As we shape the next chapter of PrimeRevenue’s journey, Andrew’s stewardship, experience and counsel will be crucial. His role isn’t just about leading technology—it’s about driving transformation,” said PJ Bain, CEO of PrimeRevenue. “Bold and forward-thinking, Andrew is ready to tackle complex challenges with clarity and purpose. And most importantly, he will serve our clients exceptionally well.”

Over the course of his career, Hamilton has led highly impactful software initiatives and guided global engineering teams through complex, strategically significant projects, at great scale. He most recently served as SVP of Engineering at CoStar Group, and previously held CTO roles at Steady, ParkMobile and Cardlytics. Hamilton studied Computer Science at the University of Southampton and serves on the board of the Technology Association of Georgia.

At PrimeRevenue, Hamilton will oversee advanced AI integration across PrimeRevenue’s offerings as well as ensure that PrimeRevenue is building solutions that keep the company ahead in a rapidly changing market. He will also play a critical role in aligning technology with business goals amid ongoing global expansion and innovation.

“In 2025, there’s no role I can think of that’s more exciting than the opportunity to drive transformation at the intersection of innovation, payments and AI,” said Hamilton. “PrimeRevenue is an industry pioneer and changemaker—whose mandate is serving, empowering and delivering impact for its clients. It is an honor to work alongside the PrimeRevenue team, and to play my part in contributing to the company’s next era of growth.”

About PrimeRevenue

As a pioneer in global B2B payments, the PrimeRevenue platform connects the entire supply chain by improving working capital and automating digital payments. Thousands of companies around the world leverage PrimeRevenue’s streamlined platform to increase payment visibility, enhance control, and improve cash flow. PrimeRevenue is headquartered in Atlanta, with offices in London, Prague, Hong Kong, and Melbourne. Learn more at www.primerevenue.com and connect with us on Twitter @primerevenue and LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/primerevenue/.

Media Contact

Melissa Banks, PrimeRevenue, 1 4065991648, melissa@rosengrouppr.com, https://primerevenue.com/

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Discover the Latest in AV Innovation at Ford AV’s Innovate technology showcase in Loveland, CO

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DENVER, April 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Ford Audio-Video invites technology professionals, decision-makers, and innovators to:

Event:  Innovate – A Technology Experience
Date: Wednesday, April 30, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Location: Embassy Suites by Hilton in Loveland, Colorado
Admission: FREE
Register Now: innovate.fordav.com

Innovate is a free, one-day showcase where attendees experience over 90 of the world’s top AV manufacturers, hands-on technology demos, live training seminars, and complimentary lunch. It’s the perfect opportunity to explore the latest solutions in video conferencing, digital signage, room scheduling, security, sound systems, lighting, and more—all under one roof.

Why Attend?

EXPLORE the latest AV, Unified Communications, and security tech from 90+ exhibitors

EXPERIENCE live demos and practical solutions for your workplace

LEARN from expert-led seminars on today’s most relevant AV topics

NETWORK with industry pros, tech leaders, and your local Ford AV team

Enjoy a FREE LUNCH during the event

Featured Display: LG 136″ All-in-One LED

Visit Booth #600 to experience the LG 136″ All-in-One Display—a stunning, seamless DVLED solution that transforms conference rooms, lobbies, and executive spaces. See how this plug-and-play display delivers impressive image quality without complicated setup.

About Ford AV

Ford AV is a leading national integrator of professional audio, video, security, and collaboration technologies. With over 50 years of experience, Ford AV partners with businesses, schools, governments, hospitals and more—helping people communicate using the power of AV technology.

Media Contact:
Sophia Bittencourt
Marketing Coordinator
(405) 946-9966
innovate@fordav.com 
www.fordav.com

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Prochant Achieves HITRUST r2 Certification, Strengthening Commitment to Data Security and Compliance

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CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Prochant, a leader in revenue cycle management (RCM) solutions for the home-based care industry, today announced it has earned certified status by HITRUST for information security across its IT Infrastructure, Prochant Pulse Connect Portal, Prochant Operations and Data Center hosted at Microsoft Azure.

HITRUST r2 Certification demonstrates Prochant has met demanding regulatory compliance and industry-defined requirements and is appropriately managing risk. This achievement places Prochant in an elite group of organizations worldwide that have earned this certification. By including federal and state regulations, standards and frameworks and incorporating a risk-based approach, the HITRUST Assurance Program helps organizations address security and data protection challenges through a comprehensive and flexible framework of prescriptive and scalable security controls. 

“For our clients, data security is not just a checkbox—it’s a top priority,” said Joey Graham, CEO of Prochant. “Earning HITRUST r2 Certification validates our deep commitment to protecting our clients’ data while allowing us to continue innovating with confidence. It’s a critical step in our mission to deliver world-class RCM solutions powered by advanced technology rooted in trust. The HITRUST r2 Certification is more than a symbol of compliance; it represents a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.” 

“HITRUST certification is globally recognized as validation that information security and privacy controls are effective and compliant with various regulations. HITRUST certification is considered the gold standard because of the comprehensiveness and applicability of the control requirements, depth of the assurance process and level of oversight that ensures accuracy,” said Jeremy Huval, Chief Innovation Officer at HITRUST. 

This achievement underscores Prochant’s commitment to security, client trust and operational excellence. Obtaining HITRUST r2 Certification demonstrates Prochant’s ability to safeguard sensitive data in an increasingly complex landscape and reinforces the company’s reputation as a trusted, tech-enabled partner for home-based care providers.

For more information, please visit www.prochant.com or email marketing@prochant.com.

Contact 
Greg Krantz
VP, Marketing
+1 (888) 349-9015
Marketing@prochant.com

About Prochant, LLC
Established in 1999, Prochant delivers focused revenue cycle management (RCM) solutions to providers for the home-based care industry. Our expertise lies in providing end-to-end RCM for home-based care, including HME, infusion and pharmacy and home health and hospice, consistently delivering exceptional results to some of the leading providers in the country. We combine innovative technology in workflow and analytics and deep industry knowledge to streamline the time-consuming and expensive reimbursement process. As a result, we help home-based care providers accelerate their collections, increase revenue and reduce operational costs while managing risk. 

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