Sept 6th & 7th, 2024 in Phoenix Arizona Dr Brian ‘BK’ Kent attended the Brand X Expo The event offered an unparalleled opportunity to connect with industry leaders through immersive, hands-on experiences alongside top business executives. Attendees gained exclusive insights during in-depth Brand Leadership sessions, spanning two action-packed days filled with rich networking opportunities aimed at fostering meaningful connections. The event featured a range of training sessions, interactive masterclasses, and informal networking activities that ensured continuous engagement and collaboration. Expert speakers and vendors were on-site to help attendees enhance their social media presence by providing strategic content creation opportunities in dedicated booths. These allowed participants to craft compelling digital assets for maximum exposure across social platforms, leveraging real-time marketing strategies to boost visibility and audience engagement. A key theme that emerged was the importance of brand storytelling. Participants received guidance from world-class coaches and mentors on building authentic, compelling brand narratives. The core message, “Facts Tell. Stories Sell,” highlighted the need to forge emotional connections with audiences, driving brand loyalty and long-term success. Brian Kent, an accomplished international strategist, was a featured speaker. With expertise in guiding business owners and senior managers toward global success, Brian is renowned for his achievements as an international keynote speaker, best-selling author, and founder of several ventures in industries like defense, medical, real estate, and accounting. As a retired military officer and former Department of Defense Acquisition Officer, his leadership and operational expertise stand out. He holds numerous prestigious certifications, including NACD and ISO 9001, and maintains an active government security clearance. His academic credentials include a PhD in Technology Acceptance and Transfer and certifications in mergers and acquisitions from Harvard and Sunbelt. A philanthropist, angel investor, and visionary innovator, Brian is known for building strong teams and embracing failure as a path to success. His leadership continues to inspire businesses globally. Dr. Brian Kent has spent the last three decades working in leadership roles with various government agencies, focusing on data, biometrics, and logistics. His work spans the integration of emerging technologies with strategic alliances. More about Brian can be found at www.brianlkent.com or www.linkedin.com/in/brianlkent Travis Brady, owner of Next Gen Agency and creator of “The Next Generation Coach,” also presented. Travis’s mission is to spread transformative principles to influencers and leaders, helping them create more influence and impact through their brand and business. Over his 19+ years of coaching, training, and speaking, he has worked with CEOs, businesses, sports teams, and organizations worldwide, sharing his Next Gen principles. He also hosts the “Next Gen Coaching Chronicles” podcast, featuring other leading coaches and their transformative insights, he can be found at https://strengthenyourworld.com .

The University of The West Indies, Five Islands CampusAi And Cybersecurity Research Conference The Caribbean region is on the cusp of a technological renaissance, driven by cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) research and innovation. This pivotal initiative aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to foster collaboration, share knowledge, and strategize on leveraging AI to propel sustainable development across the Caribbean. As AI continues to transform various sectors globally, the Caribbean is poised to harness this technology to enhance healthcare, education, tourism, agriculture, and more. By raising awareness of AI ethics, risks, and responsible implementation, this initiative aims to inspire innovative thinking and bolster the region’s capacity for AI adoption through skills-building and workforce development. During July 8-10, 2024, I was afforded the opportunity to participate in the University of West Indies Five Island Campus’ first-ever conference on AI and Cyber.  Participants gained exposure to groundbreaking AI research and real-world applications, and network with leading researchers, innovators, and policymakers, to acquire new knowledge and perspectives to inform their work with AI. This initiative will inspire the implementation of impactful AI solutions in the Caribbean, establishing thought leadership in AI research and innovation. It will also showcase excellence in technology and interdisciplinary studies at the University of the West Indies (UWIFIC), attracting top students and faculty in AI and related fields, and forming new research collaborations and external partnerships. Furthermore, the initiative aims to promote Antigua and Barbuda (A&B) as a hub for technology and innovation in the region, contributing to a thriving AI ecosystem and knowledge economy. By inspiring new entrepreneurial ventures and attracting foreign investment, it addresses sustainable development priorities with AI, positioning the Caribbean at the forefront of technological advancement and innovation. The University of the West Indies Five Island Campus (UWIFIC) with a vision to be an excellent global university rooted in the Caribbean to advance learning, create knowledge, and foster innovation for the positive transformation of the Caribbean and the wider world.  https://www.fiveislands.uwi.edu/ Dr. Brian Kent is a global leader and senior consultant focusing on International and Domestic Operations. Over the past 3 decades, he has worked at multiple levels of leadership with several government agencies to build partner capacity and provide strategy for integration across the US Government and strategic partner nations. This work in emerging technologies focuses in the areas of Data, Biometrics, and Logistics. www.brianlkent.com

Raveena Tandon Joins Ghodawat Consumer as Brand Ambassador for Star Brand National, 8th August 2024: Ghodawat Consumer the INR 1,600 crore FMCG arm of the Sanjay Ghodawat Group, officially announces the association of Padma Shri and National Film Award-winning actress Raveena Tandon as the Brand Ambassador for its “Star Brand” Refined Oil. This significant collaboration will cover all categories, including sunflower, soybean, cottonseed, and rice bran oils. The STAR Brand is excited to unveil its refreshed logo and new packaging for its Atta, Rice, Oil, and Salt products. The updated design features a dark leafy green color, symbolizing the care of Mother Earth, farmland, high yields, and agricultural vitality, and reflects the brand’s commitment to freshness, sustainability, and environmental responsibility. Strategically designed to influence the decision-making of every household, STAR Brand has launched a smart marketing campaign titled “Barso Ka Bharosa, Ab Nayi Pehchan Ke Saath.” Raveena Tandon, whose appeal resonates with consumers across rural, urban, and semi-urban areas, is the ideal choice to endorse the product. This smart marketing campaign and its impactful tagline highlight the trust and commitment that STAR Brand has built over the years, showcasing its refreshed identity and dedication to superior quality. Raveena Tandon expressed her gratitude, stating, “As a brand ambassador, I believe in the brand’s commitment to providing premium quality products, and I’m happy to be a part of this campaign. Healthy meals have always been a priority in my household. Now, as a mother myself, I understand the importance of using trusted ingredients for my family’s cooking. I have always given priority to products I can trust, and that’s what Star Brand refined oil is all about.” Star Refined Oil is distinguished by its essential qualities, making it a preferred choice among consumers. Enriched with polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA), it helps consumers feel light. Fortified with vitamins A, D, and E, it also boosts nutritional value. Ideal for all types of cooking, from deep-frying to sautéing, it offers unmatched versatility in the kitchen. Ghodawat Consumer is excited to launch a new television commercial featuring Raveena Tandon, complemented by promotional photos for various brand activities. Salloni Ghodawat, Director, Ghodawat Consumer Limited, said “This partnership represents a significant milestone in the brand’s journey, and we are delighted to welcome Raveena Tandon to the Ghodawat Consumer family. This collaboration underscores a commitment to delivering superior products and deepening connections with customers. Moving forward, there will be a focus on ongoing innovation and expanding the product portfolio to meet the evolving needs of consumers” About Ghodawat Consumer Ltd Ghodawat Consumer Ltd. is the FMCG arm of the Sanjay Ghodawat Group. GCL has focused on constant product innovation, customer-centricity, affordability, and quality, creating a unique brand identity for itself. GCL started its journey by manufacturing edible oils and with increasing consumer acceptance, trust, and notable success, the company was encouraged to expand and diversify its product portfolio to include staples, impulse, and healthy snacks categories. GCL has recently achieved a momentous milestone of 1,600 Crore.

Discover the Financial Blueprint to Empower Your Project’s Success! Immerse yourself in the vital resource that is “Unlocking Capital: The Power of Bonds in Project Finance”. This book expertly navigates the intricate world of bonds, offering more than just a standard glimpse into finance—it provides the keys to strategically harnessing the power of bonds to fuel your projects and drive them to fruition. Delving into the Fundamentals of Project Finance, you’ll encounter a comprehensive overview of the roles that bonds play in birthing monumental ventures. Envision mastering not only the various Types of Bonds crucial for diverse undertakings, like corporate ambitions and municipal necessities, but also unraveling the intricate Anatomy of a Bond, demystifying the concepts of coupon rates to maturity dates with exceptional clarity. Embark on a journey through the meticulous Issuance Process, with insightful, step-by-step guidance to navigate pre-issuance considerations to post-issuance obligations. This book is your all-inclusive guide to understanding the influential players—from issuers to advisors—and decrypting the implications of credit ratings on your ventures. Understanding Risk is no game of chance here, as you gain a profound comprehension of market, credit, liquidity, and legal risks, equipping yourself with protective armor against potential setbacks. Moreover, Structuring Bonds becomes an accessible craft, empowering you to tailor secure and unsecured bonds to any project’s shape and size. With detailed Case Studies and an exploration into the promising horizon of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Bonds, you’ll not only witness theory in action but will also learn to shape the future through innovative financing models. And as the global markets fluctuate, this essential guide remains rooted in your corner—Strategic Marketing, formidable Hedging Strategies, and the indispensable consideration of Tax will ensure that your bond investments stand resilient and adaptive. Contact with reality is preserved throughout, concluding with emerging trends and revolutionary digital frontiers, spotlighting the Future of Bonds in Project Finance. This treasury of knowledge is more than a book—it’s a blueprint for those who dare to lead the financial world into its next evolution. Source:https://a.co/d/0nP9u8r

Enhanced Need for Hamas Pandemic Protection. Are You Prepared? Enhanced Need for Hamas Pandemic Protection. Are You Prepared? As a former FDA COO and Harvard faculty member, I taught and practiced health and healthcare risk management for over 40 years. But never have I been so worried for our nation and its businesses, jobs, and people. So, I am ringing a bell. You thought the level of government agency and business recklessness in the Hawaii fire was obscene! America and its allies, including Israel, are unprepared for the enhanced need for Hamas Pandemic protection. As Executive Chairman of my new company, Safely2Prosperity, it’s my immediate job to monitor the crucial and horrible Israel-Hamas-War-related events constantly. As it is the full-time job of the company’s CEO, Former Lockheed Martin senior executive Dr. Haden Land. Of what to be aware? You might recall that during the first wave of COVID-19, the US economy was damaged in the range of $14T (and on top of that, 1.1M deaths of people worth countless trillions of dollars). Both numbers are astronomically large. But you hear little in the press about them anymore. We wonder why. What to do immediately? And why? A few days ago, just in time to prepare us all for the CDC “Tripledemic,” and now for Hamas’ and its allies possible infectious disease spread sneak attack and all-out war, one of the four companies worldwide legitimately capable of accomplishing the needed tasks, Safely2Prosperity, launched a breakthrough v2.0 of its risk-management product. This multi-disease, multi-location, infectious disease spread risk management program assures preparation to the extent reasonable and practicable at a fair price. Millions of government agencies and businesses (for-profit and not-for-profit) need this strategy and its digital tools. Two recent articles published in world-renowned newspapers illuminate the urgent need for companies to act. One appeared in The Wall Street Journal. It is titled “World War III Will Be Fought with Viruses.” The other was published in The New York Times. It is titled “Covid Didn’t Take a Summer Vacation.” Use the URL Safely2Prosperity.com to obtain more information. And, if you like, a brief conversation. About Safely2Prosperity Safely2Prosperity (S2P) is an innovative health-tech company conceptualized and built by industry luminary Dr. John Norris. John.Norris@Safely2Prosperity.com. And S2P is led by former Lockheed Martin senior executive Dr. Haden Land. Haden.Land@Safely2Prosperity.com. Forward-Looking Statements Disclaimer This press release contains forward-looking statements concerning Safely2Prosperity’s (S2P’s) future operations, financial performance, product development plans, and other projections. Safely2Prosperity undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether because of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by applicable law.

Bizox Media Network organized : ‘Leaders Awards 2023’, felicitated Top Companies & Individuals Recently, Bizox Media Network, a premier and foremost organization based in India organized the ‘Leaders Awards 2023’.  Bizox Media Network successfully conducted the “Leaders Awards 2023” at Hotel Ashok Hotel, New Delhi. Business Leaders from various fields were honoured for their extra-ordinary deeds in their respective fields by Sri Shyam Jaju, (Indian Politician & Ex-National Vice President of the Bharatiya Janata Party), Sri Jual Oram (Hon’ble Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha & Former Union Cabinet Minister, Tribal Affairs), Sri Mahesh Verma (Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Spokesperson), Mr. Sanjeev Aren sir (His highness, Consulate General, Republic of Haithi), Mr. Alexander Zhytko (First Secretary, Embassy of Belarus), Mr. Thabang Kholumo (Chargée d’Affairs, Embassy of Lesotho), Mr. Anish Kumar (President of Bizox Media Network & Director of I-Novate Technology Ltd.) It was indeed a privilege for Bizox Team to conduct the award event in her precious presence. The idea and objective behind organizing the ‘Leaders Awards 2023’ was to appreciate, recognize and honour the unique, innovative and emerging companies based in India that have significantly contributed towards the betterment of the economy. The achievers were selected after an in-depth analysis by the jury and were picked from various sectors such as Internal Communications, Public Relations, Advertisement and much more. Additionally, the award ceremony ensured the hard work of leaders, entrepreneurs and individuals were acknowledged and given their due respect. Education: Mr. Aditya Jhunjhunwala (Co-Founder & Co-Lead of Enterprise India, Maharashtra) for Achieving “Education Training & Jobs Enterprise of The Year” – Education Dr. Pulak Chandra Devnath (Associate Professor of Government Kamala Nagar College, Mizoram) for Achieving “Education Excellence Award” Dr. Davish Jain (Chairman of Prestige Education Foundation, Madhya Pradesh) for Achieving “Chairman of The Year” – Education Dr. Akhil Scaria (Director of Jyothi School [ICSE], Karnataka) For Achieving “Entrepreneur of The Year” – Primary Education Dr. S Hasini (Karnataka) for Achieving “Youngest Educationist Kid of The Year” Mr. Vinay Chaudhry (Chief Executive Officer of Worldwide Educonnect Inc, Delhi) for Achieving “Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of The Year” – Education Mr. Syed Sameer Ali (Teacher of Jahan Tutorials and Foundation, Chhattisgarh) For Achieving “Inspiring Youth Enterprise Award” – Education M/s TCH Eduserv Pvt. Ltd., Mr. Saurav jha (Director) For Achieving “Best Institute of The Year” – Competitive Exams (Bihar). Information Technology: Mr. Pratik Ambalal Jain (Advisory Business Analyst of Ascent Cyber Solutions, Maharashtra) for Achieving “Most Promising Business Analyst of The Year” – IT & BPM Mr. Manoj Suryadevara (Staff Product Manager of Walmart Global Tech, United States) For Achieving “Most Admired Leader of The Year” – Information Technology (United States) Mr. Uday Pitambare (Co-Founder of Brewapps LLC, United States) For Achieving “Emerging Leader of The Year” – IT Services (United States) Mr. Sandeep Rangineni (Data Test Engineer of Pluto TV, United States) For Achieving “Most Promising IT Leader of The Year” – Information Technology (United States) M/s Tathaavam Technology Solutions Pvt. Ltd., Mr. Hanish Raheja (Managing Director) For Achieving “Digital Innovation Enterprise of The Year” – Information Technology (Maharashtra) M/s Indigloo Softwares Pvt. Ltd., Mr. Abhishek Kumar (Co-founder) For Achieving “Business Excellence in Cyber Security & AI Technology” – Maharashtra Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Mr. Sanjeev Jain (Managing Director of Sangini Herbals, Madhya Pradesh) for Achieving “Entrepreneur of The Year” – Herbal & Ayurveda Mr. K. Narender Reddy (Chief Executive Officer of Natural Remedies, Karnataka) for Achieving “Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of The Year” – Animal Healthcare Dr. Manoj Kumar for Achieving “Best Interventional Cardiologist of The Year” – Healthcare Dr. Prakhar singh (Co-Founder & Head of Clinical Division of Fliplife180 Pvt. Ltd., Delhi) For Achieving “Social & Healthcare Entrepreneur of The Year” M/s Comex Pharma, Mr. Paramjeet Singh (Managing Director) For Achieving “Trusted and Best Pharmaceutical Manufacturer in Haryana” (Haryana) Professional Services: Ms. Nupur Ajay Jain (Advocate, Maharashtra) For achieving “Inspiring Youth Enterprise Award” – Law Dr. Chikkala Venugopal Rao (Chief Executive Officer of Verch Consulting LLP, Andhra Pradesh) For Achieving “Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of The Year” – Human Resources Services Mr. Alok Misra (Founder & Managing Partner of Alok Misra & Co, Delhi) For Achieving “Chartered Accountant of The Year” M/s Agile Security Force Training Academy, Dr. V R K Rao (Chairman) For Achieving “Best Private Security Training Academy” (Telangana) M/s Global PCCS Pvt. Ltd., Mr. Prabhakar B (Founder and Chief Executive Officer) For Achieving “Leading Company of The Year” – Professional Services (Karnataka) M/s Majesty Legal Services, Mr. Akash Gupta (Proprietor) For Achieving “Business Excellence in Legal Services” (Delhi) Mr. Rajju Kumar (Dy Director of Factories, Chhattisgarh) For Achieving Lifetime Achievement Award – Professional Services Startup: Ms. Diksha Chhillar (Founder of Aethleti Circle LLP, Haryana) For Achieving “Young Entrepreneur of The Year” – Sports & Fitness Dr. Arif Habib (Director of Global Ideaz Co, Jharkhand) For Achieving “International Sales Enterprise of The Year” – Marketing M/s Indinese Global Pvt Ltd (Nomoq.in), Mr. Pratap R Sahoo (Director) For Achieving “Innovative StartUp of The Year”-  B2B Marketplace-Metals (Delhi) M/s Bundela Corp Private Limited, Mr. Abhay Singh (Managing Director) For Achieving “Most Innovative & Fastest Growing Company of The Year” – E-Vehicle (Uttar Pradesh) M/s Sewa Grih Rin Limited, Mrs. Shruti Gonsalves (Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer) For Achieving “Most Emerging Financial Company of The Year” – Finance (Haryana) M/s Wealth Concepts, Ms. Sonal Saraswat (Founder) For Achieving “Startup Company of The Year” – Banking & Financial Services (Delhi) M/s Nabh Industries, Mr. Nabh Sharma (Owner) For Achieving “New Enterprise of The Year” –Manufacturing (Rajasthan)  Transportation & Logistics: Mrs. Anulakshmi Sugumar (Director of PRR Tour & Cabs Pvt. Ltd., Tamil Nadu) For Achieving “Enterprise Women of The Year” – Transportation Services M/s SRBS INTERNATIONAL LOGISTICS SOLUTIONS PVT. LTD., Mr. Raj Balraj Srivastav (General Manager) For Achieving Best Logistic Services Provider of The Year (Maharashtra) M/s PRR Travels, Mr. D. Sugumar (Partner) For Achieving Enterprise of The Year – Transportation Services (Tamil Nadu) M/s EXPEDITE IMPEX PRIVATE LIMITED, Mr. Rajesh Kumar (Managing Director) For Achieving Enterprise Excellence of The Year – International Freight Forwarding (Uttar Pradesh) Manufacturing – Chemicals & Fertilizers M/s

Safely2Prosperity Unveils Version 2.0 of Its Revolutionary Pandemic Preparedness & Response Platform BOSTON – Aug. 25, 2023 – PR Log — Safely2Prosperity Unveils Version 2.0 of Its Revolutionary Pandemic Preparedness & Response Platform Amidst CDC-Announced Increased US and GlobalHealth Threats Today marks a significant leap in the health-tech world as Safely2Prosperity (S2P) announces the launch of its next-gen Pandemic Preparedness and Response SaaS platform v2.0. Safely2Prosperity crafted this innovative tool to aid organizations in the US and worldwide in combatting infectious disease spread, with the immediate focus on this fall’s CDC-announced harmful “Tripledemic” involving COVID-19, Flu, and RSV. Dr. John Norris, Founder and Executive Chairman of Safely2Prosperity, previously served as the Principal. Deputy Commissioner and COO of the US FDA and is a notable Harvard Faculty member. Norris has a storied career in infectious disease spread risk management, providing an expert background for creating this state-of-the-art platform. Dr. Haden Land, CEO of Safely2Prosperity and former Senior Executive at Lockheed Martin, brings his vast experience in national defense and security risk management to enhance S2P’s offering. The duo’s combined expertise assures users that S2P’s solutions fully address the urgent need for tool capable of providing scalable, proactive protections. The platform’s timely v2.0 release comes after the CDC also announced a potentially more contagious variant of COVID-19, with the CDC emphasizing the urgency for organizations to prepare themselves aggressively. In the US, dozens of state and federal agencies and two million businesses (for-profit or not-for-profit)having more than 1,000 employees require an advanced digital “infectious disease spread risk management   system” like S2P’s. They need this tool to properly and safely manage their complex situation involving a continuous flow of potentially millions of data points per day. Worldwide, there are many millions more such businesses. Dr. Norris commented on the release, “By blending top-tier technology with advanced safety standards ,workplace precautions, analytics, and disease tracking measures, we offer a comprehensive and world-class solution to help protect enterprises and their employees.” To further enhance corporate trust in the platform, esteemed media establishments like Forbes and Empire magazines have published cover articles recognizing Safely2Prosperity’s unique, powerful, and highly adaptable approach to pandemic and endemic preparedness and response. Dr. Land added, “We designed our solutions for decision-makers across various government and industry sectors. We are committed to playing a significant role in safeguarding customer operations and stakeholders from pandemic risks.” Organizations interested in exploring the use of Safely2Prosperity’s innovative solutions can request a demo and learn more at Safely2Prosperity.com. About Safely2Prosperity Founded in early 2021 by Dr. John Norris and led by CEO Dr. Haden Land, Safely2Prosperity is a world-class health-tech company. With its cutting-edge digital Pandemic Preparedness and Response Risk Management system, S2P emphasizes enterprise-wide wellness and user-centric solutions. More information about Safely2Prosperity can be found at Safely2Prosperity.com. © 2023 Safely2Prosperity LLC and Dr. John Norris, JD, MBA. All rights reserved

Identity Digital Makes Inc. 5000 for Third Consecutive Year Continued Customer Interest in Building Strong Online Brands with New Domains Helps Drive Company’s Growth NEW YORK and BELLEVUE, Wash., August 15, 2023 – Identity Digital Inc., a leader in connecting the online world with domain names and related technologies, made the 2023 Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in America for the third year in a row. The prestigious ranking provides a data-driven look at the most successful companies within the economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent, entrepreneurial businesses. Facebook, Chobani, Under Armour, Microsoft, Patagonia, and many other household name brands gained their first national exposure as honorees on the Inc. 5000. “We are honored to receive this recognition again, and we sincerely appreciate Inc.’s consideration as well as the endorsements from our customers and partners,” says Akram J. Atallah, CEO of Identity Digital. “Our mission is to enable people and businesses worldwide to create domain names that uniquely represent their identities using both sides of the dot. The continued adoption of new domains, a testament to our mission, propels our ongoing growth.” Identity Digital offers a range of new web addresses such as .lgbt, .live, .social, .games, .digital, and .watch. These domains empower businesses to craft memorable names that enhance their search engine optimization (SEO) strategies and build robust online brands. For instance, consider Bliss, an innovative mobile banking app, which has adopted the domain bliss.lgbt. By skillfully utilizing “both sides of the dot,” Bliss showcases its dedication to serving transgender individuals, effectively driving website traffic and optimizing SEO strategies to underscore their specialized expertise. The Inc. 5000 class of 2023 represents companies that have driven rapid revenue growth while navigating inflationary pressure, the rising costs of capital, and seemingly intractable hiring challenges. Among this year’s top 500 companies, the average median three-year revenue growth rate ticked up to an astonishing 2,238 percent. In all, this year’s Inc. 5000 companies have added 1,187,266 jobs to the economy over the past three years. For complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, location, and other criteria, please visit Inc. The top 500 companies are featured in the September issue of Inc. magazine, available on newsstands beginning Tuesday, August 23. “Running a business has only gotten harder since the end of the pandemic,” says Inc. editor-in-chief Scott Omelianuk. “To make the Inc. 5000—with the fast growth that requires—is truly an accomplishment. Inc. is thrilled to honor the companies that are building our future.” More about Inc. and the Inc. 5000 Methodology Companies on the 2023 Inc. 5000 are ranked according to percentage revenue growth from 2019 to 2022. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2019. They must be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2022. (Since then, some on the list may have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2019 is $100,000; the minimum for 2022 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons. Growth rates used to determine company rankings were calculated to four decimal places. About Inc. Inc. Business Media is the leading multimedia brand for entrepreneurs. Through its journalism, Inc. aims to inform, educate, and elevate the profile of our community: the risk-takers, the innovators, and the ultra-driven go-getters who are creating our future. Inc.’s award-winning work reaches more than 50 million people across a variety of channels, including events, print, digital, video, podcasts, newsletters, and social media. Its proprietary Inc. 5000 list, produced every year since 1982, analyzes company data to rank the fastest-growing privately held businesses in the United States. The recognition that comes with inclusion on this and other prestigious Inc. lists, such as Female Founders and Power Partners, gives the founders of top businesses the opportunity to engage with an exclusive community of their peers, and credibility that helps them drive sales and recruit talent. For more information, visit Inc.com. About Identity Digital Identity Digital Inc. simplifies and connects the online world with domain names and related technologies to empower people to build, market, and own their authentic digital identities. With the world’s largest portfolio of nearly 300 TLDs such as .photography, .studio, .live, .technology, and .restaurant, Identity Digital supports around 25 million domains on its innovative registry services platform. In addition, Identity Digital enables customers to discover, register, support and use high-quality domain names with its Name.com registrar. Headquartered in Bellevue, WA, Identity Digital is a global company with approximately 250 employees. For more information, please visit identity.digital.

Massive virtual production stage at Pier59 Studios features flexible LED video walls from Planar Pier59 Studios has installed Planar LED solutions in its new virtual production studios in Chelsea Piers, New York City. As the largest photography and multimedia complex for fashion and advertising in the world, Pier59 is equipped with the latest technology to accommodate the needs of the demanding clientele. With its latest venture, Pier59 is embracing the next era of content creation with the launch of an immense, state-of-the-art virtual production stage. The new virtual stage features a Disguise media server and a stunning array of LED display technologies from Planar. The Planar LED solutions include: A curved, 65-foot-wide by 18-foot-high (40×11) Planar CarbonLight CLI VX-B Series LED video wall with a 2.6mm pixel pitch (CLI VX 2.6) A nearly 30-foot by 10-foot articulating LED ceiling comprised of an 18×6 Planar CarbonLight CLI VX-B Series LED video wall with a 2.6mm pixel pitch (CLI VX 2.6) Four LED display moveable carts, each with a 5-foot-wide by 11.5-foot-high Planar CarbonLight CLI VX-B Series LED video wall with a 2.6mm pixel pitch (CLI VX 2.6) “Federico Pignatelli has always embraced technology and its capacity to change the way content is captured,” said Steve Baum, Chief Innovation Officer for Pier59. “So, when he became aware of the concept of virtual production, he immediately recognized the opportunity to build a full-sized virtual stage at Pier59.” Ultimate Creative Flexibility Located in Stage C, a 6,500-square-foot space with 30-foot-plus ceilings, the new virtual production stage has been hailed as the world’s biggest and most advanced for fashion and advertising. Dubbed the “LED MegaWall,” the impressive virtual production stage is a studio for rent that provides fashion, beauty and luxury partners with a captivating backdrop for their photo and video productions, product launches, events and more. As part of its services, Pier59 provides its virtual production team as an extension to its client’s crew to operate the technology on their behalf. “The LED video walls look great with the naked eye, but what’s most important for us is that they look great in-camera,” said Lorenzo Ferrante, virtual production manager at Pier59 Studios. “Production professionals like DPs [directors of photography] that use our stage have the guarantee that any color profile they want can be accomplished and that the representation of color is accurate. And obviously, virtual production provides the advantage of in-camera visual effects, which cuts the time and costs for post-production.” Baum said, “By combining 3D virtual environments with the flexibility of the virtual production stage, we can conjure nearly any place, at any time of day during any season, precisely controlling the environmental conditions. We can even adjust them on the fly to get the perfect shot. And then, of course, the virtual stage can deliver cost savings by eliminating the time and cost of traveling with cast and crew to far-flung locations.” Working with Planar, Pier59 achieved its goal of building a large and immersive LED video wall and articulating LED ceiling, creating the largest LED volume that could fit in Studio C, according to Baum. He also emphasized the role of the four LED movable carts in their virtual production operations, which are “one of the more interesting and unique design components of the project,” Baum said. “They have very specific purposes. One is to create foreground lighting and reflection. So, if we have something shiny in a shot, like a car, we can move those walls behind the camera facing into the shot to generate reflections on the car, which would otherwise be extremely difficult to add in post-production.” A second benefit is the ability to move the LED display carts to any of Pier59’s other stages for smaller production shoots. “Significant engineering went into those products,” Baum said. “We can not only move them, but we can also daisy chain them together. It was quite ingenious what Planar was able to build for us.” Pier59 Studios Founder and President Federico Pignatelli said, “As a disruptive technology, virtual production is comparable to the digital photography revolution of the late 90s. By delivering significant cost savings and incomparable creative flexibility and quality control, virtual production is going to radically change the way fashion and advertising content is produced.” Modernizing Pier59’s Lobby Venue Pier59 also integrated three Planar® TVF Series LED video walls in a two-story lobby and café space located directly adjacent to Stage C. The new additions include a 6-foot-wide, 8-foot-high (3×7) installation with a 1.2mm pixel pitch as well as two nearly 12-foot-wide and 8-foot-high (6×6) arrays, one with a 1.2mm pixel pitch and the other with a 1.8mm pixel pitch. “It’s an incredible open space with a beautiful deck and the video walls create a visual enhancement,” Baum said. “On most days we run promotional content or client work examples on the video walls, but we also have a fairly robust event business at Pier59 and now with the addition of the video walls, we are seeing a lot of interest in utilizing them as a presentation element for keynotes, screenings and other use cases. People are also interested in using the lobby space for brand takeovers with their events. It’s another great addition for us.” About the Planar CarbonLight CLI VX Series Planar CarbonLight CLI VX Series are carbon fiber-framed indoor LED video wall and flooring displays that feature exceptional on- camera visual properties and deployment versatility for a wide variety of installations, including virtual production and extended reality. With a wide color spectrum and narrow pixel pitches, including fast frame and refresh rates, the LED display solutions deliver excellent in-person and in-frame visual performance. About the Planar CarbonLight CLI Series Featuring patented carbon fiber frames and a modular design, Planar CarbonLight CLI Series LED video wall displays are uniquely lightweight, thin and strong. Refined mechanical construction gives the displays the versatility to fit a wide range of different applications, including free-standing, hanging, wall-mounted and ceiling-mounted installations. Front-side installation and service shrink the overall video

JADE CELEBRATES 20TH ANNIVERSARY San Jose, California – July 1st, 2023 – Jade has reached an exciting milestone as the company celebrates 20 years of delivering innovative technology-based solutions. Jade’s two decades of services include business application implementations, integrations, software product engineering, cloud services, technology advisory, testing, and managed services. Jade’s presence in San Jose since 2003 and its growth with 400+ customers and over 2,000 plus employees are a testament to its commitment to delivering value to its clients. Jade’s growth continues to provide top-notch IT Services to the global market with domain expertise in various industries, including healthcare, life sciences, high-tech, energy, retail, manufacturing, and the public sector. From a humble upbringing in a family of farmers in Hyderabad, Karan founded Jade Global in 2003 with bootstrap beginnings in Silicon Valley to provide exceptional IT (Information Technology) services to clients. Karan instilled a culture of leveraging the latest technologies to tackle complex business challenges, which has become a cornerstone of Jade Global’s approach. This was the company’s motivation and founding spirit with its original inception. It remains the same today: to deliver innovative technology that enables stellar enterprise experiences from beginning to end. Jade has achieved these goals through its commitment to excellence and customer loyalty.   “As we celebrate Jade’s 20th anniversary in 2023, we will continue providing service excellence with our global footprint. Innovation is at the core of our DNA. Under my leadership, the company has grown and achieved significant success, earning a place on the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in the U.S. for thirteen consecutive years and numerous other awards, including GPTW in US and India, Titan Platinum, and Stevie Gold. I am deeply committed to fostering a learning, development, and innovation culture that places people at the center of everything we do. This approach has been instrumental in building high-performing teams and cultivating strong leaders within my organization. I believe in empowering employees to unlock their full potential and inspiring them to achieve extraordinary things. Congratulations, Jade!” – Karan Yaramada, Jade Global Founder & CEO About Jade Global Jade is a premier Advisory, Integration, Testing, Cloud & Consulting Services, Business Solutions, and IT Outsourcing company that services clients across multiple technology platforms. It is headquartered in San Jose, California, with offices throughout the US, Canada, and India. With more than 2,000 employees, Jade is its clients’ trusted partner.