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Cytracom Appoints Rob McDonald as Chief Product Officer to Scale Innovation and Expand Growth

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New Leadership to Drive Product Strategy Across SASE and UCaaS Solutions

ALLEN, Texas, Oct. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Cytracom, a leader in providing Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) and Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS) solutions for managed service providers (MSPs), is excited to announce the appointment of Rob McDonald as Chief Product Officer (CPO). McDonald will oversee Cytracom’s product portfolio, ensuring the company’s continued focus on innovation while scaling its existing solutions to meet the evolving needs of today’s MSPs.

McDonald joins Cytracom from Virtru, where he played a key role in product development and innovation. His expertise in launching new products while scaling established solutions positions Cytracom for continued success, with a strategic focus on driving both its security and communications platforms forward while laying the groundwork for future offerings. His appointment further strengthens the company’s leadership team as Cytracom continues to deliver on its mission to empower MSPs with secure, scalable solutions.

“We’re thrilled to have Rob McDonald on board as Chief Product Officer,” said Zane Conkle, CEO of Cytracom. “Rob’s diverse background as an engineer, operator, and product leader gives him a unique depth of understanding that perfectly aligns with our strategic goals. His ability to translate hands-on operational experience into strategic product development is what sets him apart, and we’re confident that his leadership will drive both innovation and growth for our MSP partners.”

McDonald brings extensive experience from his time at Virtru, where he successfully led product teams in building secure, scalable software solutions. His deep understanding of both security and communications technologies makes him uniquely qualified to oversee Cytracom’s current products while positioning the company to introduce additional solutions that integrate seamlessly into its platform.

“I’m excited to join Cytracom at such a dynamic time in its growth,” McDonald said. “Cytracom’s product portfolio is already driving incredible value for MSPs, and I look forward to working with the team to build on that success. Together, we’ll innovate and grow our offerings while continuing to provide the exceptional solutions our partners rely on.”

Under McDonald’s leadership, Cytracom will continue to focus on growing both its communications and security product lines by keeping innovation at the forefront of our strategy. His background in launching new products and scaling existing ones will be crucial as Cytracom looks to introduce new solutions that address the evolving needs of MSPs in a secure and connected world.

About Cytracom
Cytracom delivers infrastructure software purpose-built to empower managed service providers (MSPs) and IT professionals (ITSPs) with cloud solutions that connect and secure both traditional and hybrid workforces. Our secure access service edge (SASE) solution provides identity-based network security and connectivity, enabling businesses to deploy zero-trust networks, enforce compliance, and eliminate traditional firewalls and VPNs.

Our unified communications suite (UCaaS) uniquely aligns with the operating needs of MSPs, enabling seamless communication and collaboration for businesses regardless of physical location. As the communication and security needs of the workforce evolve, Cytracom continues to deliver powerful yet intuitive solutions that enable MSPs and ITSPs to meet the challenges of security, compliance, and connectivity. Cytracom is a Sverica Portfolio Company headquartered in Allen, TX. www.cytracom.com

Press Contact:
Dana Liedholm
dliedholm@cytracom.com

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Enghouse Systems Limited Announces Resignation of its President and Transition of Responsibilities

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MARKHAM, ON, Oct. 4, 2024 /CNW/ – Enghouse Systems Limited (TSX: ENGH) today announced that Vince Mifsud, President, has tendered his resignation from the Company to pursue another opportunity. His departure will be effective December 2024, upon completion of the 2024 Enghouse fiscal year. Mr. Mifsud will transition his responsibilities to Steve Sadler, Chairman and CEO of Enghouse prior to his departure. The Company intends to conduct a comprehensive search for Mr. Mifsud’s replacement. 

“We are committed to ensuring a seamless transition and maintaining our strategic momentum,” said Mr. Sadler. “I look forward to guiding the team through this period and continuing to drive value for our shareholders.”

The Company wishes Mr. Mifsud the best in his new endeavor and thanks him for his dedication and many contributions over the seven years he has been with Enghouse.

About Enghouse Systems Limited

Enghouse Systems Ltd. is a Canadian publicly traded company (TSX:ENGH) that provides vertically focused enterprise software solutions focusing on contact centers, video communications, healthcare, telecommunications, public safety and the transit market. Enghouse has a two-pronged growth strategy that focuses on internal growth and acquisitions, which are funded through operating cash flows. The company has no external debt financing and is organized around two business segments: the Interactive Management Group and the Asset Management Group. Further information about Enghouse may be obtained from the company’s website at www.enghouse.com.

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/R E P E A T — MEDIA ADVISORY – Canada, Manitoba, and Giganawenimaanaanig to take a step forward on Red Dress Alert/

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WINNIPEG, MB, Oct. 3, 2024 /CNW/ – Please be advised that the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, and the Honourable Nahanni Fontaine, Minister of Families of Manitoba, will make an announcement about the Red Dress Alert pilot at Giganawenimaanaanig’s Day of Education and Awareness.

There will be a media availability following the announcement.

Media participation:

Media representatives are asked to RSVP to RCAANC.media.CIRNAC@sac-isc.gc.ca.

Virtual participation will be available, and instructions to connect remotely will be provided upon registration.

Media are first invited to observe Ministerial remarks and engagement with families, survivors, MMIWG advocates and frontline workers at 11:30 a.m. The media availability will follow in an adjoining room.

Date:  Friday, October 4, 2024
Time: The announcement will start at 11:30 a.m. (CT), followed by the media availability.

Media representatives are invited to preposition 30 minutes before the start time of the event.

Where:
Canad Inns Destination Centre Club Regent Casino Hotel
1415 Regent Ave W
Winnipeg, Manitoba

The announcement will take place in the Grand Ballroom, and the media availability will take place in the Ambassador E.

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(https://twitter.com/GCIndigenous)
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(https://x.com/mbgov)

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Loblaw Companies Limited Enters into Automatic Share Purchase Plan

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BRAMPTON, ON, Oct. 4, 2024 /CNW/ – Loblaw Companies Limited (TSX: L) “Loblaw”) announced today that it has entered into an automatic share purchase plan (“ASPP”) with a broker in order to facilitate repurchases of Loblaw’s common shares (“Common Shares”) under its previously announced normal course issuer bid (“NCIB”). 

Loblaw previously announced that it had received approval from the Toronto Stock Exchange (“TSX”) to, during the 12-month period commencing May 6, 2024 and terminating May 5, 2025, purchase up to 15,336,875 Common Shares, representing approximately 5% of the 306,737,513 Common Shares issued and outstanding as of April 22, 2024, by way of a NCIB on the TSX or through alternative trading systems or by such other means as may be permitted under applicable law.

During the effective period of Loblaw’s ASPP, Loblaw’s broker may purchase Common Shares at times when Loblaw would not be active in the market due to insider trading rules and its own internal trading blackout periods. Purchases will be made by Loblaw’s broker based upon parameters set by Loblaw when it is not in possession of any material non-public information about itself and its securities, and in accordance with the terms of the ASPP. Outside of the effective period of the ASPP, Common Shares may continue to be purchased in accordance with Loblaw’s discretion, subject to applicable law. The ASPP has been entered into in accordance with the requirements of applicable Canadian securities laws.

About Loblaw Companies Limited

Loblaw is Canada’s food and pharmacy leader, and the nation’s largest retailer. Loblaw provides Canadians with grocery, pharmacy, health and beauty, apparel, general merchandise, financial services and wireless mobile products and services. With more than 2,500 corporate franchised and Associate-owned locations, Loblaw, its franchisees and Associate-owners employ more than 220,000 full- and part-time employees, making it one of Canada’s largest private sector employers.

Loblaw’s purpose – Live Life Well® – puts first the needs and well-being of Canadians who make one billion transactions annually in the company’s stores. Loblaw is positioned to meet and exceed those needs in many ways: convenient locations; more than 1,100 grocery stores that span the value spectrum from discount to specialty; full-service pharmacies at nearly 1,400 Shoppers Drug Mart® and Pharmaprix® locations and close to 500 Loblaw locations; PC Financial® services; Joe Fresh® fashion and family apparel; and four of Canada’s top-consumer brands in Life Brand®, Farmer’s Market™, no name® and President’s Choice®. For more information, visit Loblaw’s website at www.loblaw.ca and Loblaw’s issuer profile at www.sedarplus.ca.

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