Month: May 2020

NEW YORK, May 19, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ogilvy Health, one of Ogilvy’s three global practices (www.ogilvy.com), today announced Nelson Figueiredo, the agency’s VP, Director of Technology, has been named as one of the 2020 PM360 ELITE 100 by healthcare marketing industry trade magazine PM360.  Now in its sixth year, the PM360 ELITE (Exceptional • Leaders • Innovators • Transformers • Entrepreneurs) represent the most influential people in the healthcare industry today. The awards honor individuals who have made a significant impact in the life sciences field throughout their careers. Nominees are evaluated based on their accomplishments, testimonials from their clients and colleagues, and supporting evidence that reflects the impact of their efforts. Winners were selected in 18 categories from more than 500 entries extolling the...

Leverkusen, May 19, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Biofrontera AG (NASDAQ: BFRA; Frankfurt Stock Exchange: B8F) (the “Company”), an international biopharmaceutical company, today reported its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2020 and provided an update on recent developments.Key financial figures and business performance in Q1 2020For the period from January 1 to March 31, 2020, consolidated sales of 6.5 million euros reflect a decrease of 5% compared to the same period last year. This was due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which had a significant negative impact on business development. We experienced the most significant impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in the USA. While we were able to achieve product sales of 4.2 million euros in our largest market in the first quarter, this represents a decline in sales of 19% compared...

Press ReleaseMay 19, 2020Signify’s Annual General Meeting of Shareholders approves all proposalsEindhoven, the Netherlands – Signify (Euronext: LIGHT), the world leader in lighting, today announced that the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders (AGM) adopted all proposals, including the proposed appointments and re-appointments to the Board of Management and Supervisory Board.Shareholders approved the re-appointment of Eric Rondolat as CEO and Chairman of the Board of Management for another four years and the re-appointment of René van Schooten as member of the Board of Management for another year. Shareholders also approved the appointment of Maria Letizia Mariani as member of the Board of Management for a period of four years.In addition, shareholders approved the re-appointment of Arthur van der Poel and Rita Lane and the appointment...

Aðalfundur Sláturfélags Suðurlands svf. verður haldinn föstudaginn 12. júní 2020 á Goðalandi  Fljótshlíð og hefst kl. 15:00.Dagskrá:Setning aðalfundar, kosning starfsmanna fundarins og könnun á mætingu fulltrúa.Skýrsla stjórnar félagsins.Starfsemi félagsins á liðnu ári.Ársreikningur félagsins fyrir liðið starfsár skýrður.Skýrsla skoðunarmanna.Tillaga stjórnar  um vexti af stofnsjóði og greiðslu arðs.Umræður um skýrslu stjórnar, skýrslu um starfsemi félagsins, ársreikning og tillögu um vexti og arð af stofnsjóði.Afgreiðsla ársreiknings og tillagna um vexti og arð af stofnsjóði.Tillaga stjórnar um breytingar á 27. gr. samþykkta félagsins.Kosin stjórn félagsins.Kosning endurskoðenda og skoðunarmanna.Ákvörðun um þóknun stjórnar, skoðunarmanna og greiðslur til fulltrúa.Umræður og atkvæðagreiðsla um önnur mál, löglega upp borin.Tillögur frá...

WEST FARGO, N.D., May 19, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Titan Machinery Inc. (Nasdaq: TITN), a leading network of full-service agricultural and construction equipment stores, announced today it will release financial results for the first quarter ended April 30, 2020, on Thursday, May 28, 2020, followed by an investor conference call at 7:30 a.m. Central time (8:30 a.m. Eastern time).Investors interested in participating in the live call can dial (877) 705-6003 from the U.S. International callers can dial (201) 493-6725.  A telephone replay will be available approximately two hours after the call concludes and will be available through Thursday, June 11, 2020, by dialing (844) 512-2921 from the U.S., or (412) 317-6671 from international locations, and entering confirmation code 13702346.There also will be a simultaneous, live webcast available...

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., May 19, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Alkaline Water Company Inc. (NASDAQ and TSXV: WTER) (the “Company”), a producer of bottled alkaline water, flavored-infused waters, and CBD-infused products sold under the brand names Alkaline88®, A88™, and A88CBD™, respectively, announces that the Canadian Securities Exchange (the “CSE”) has approved the listing of the Company’s shares of common stock (the “Shares”) on the CSE (the “CSE Listing”) and expects that its Shares will commence trading on the CSE at market open on May 19, 2020 under the symbol “WTER” and will continue to trade in Canadian dollars. In connection with the CSE Listing, the Company expects to delist its Shares from the TSX Venture Exchange (the “TSXV”) at the close of the market on May 15, 2020. The Alkaline Water Company Inc.Richard A. WrightPresident...

DUBLIN, May 19, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Medtronic plc (NYSE:MDT), the global leader in medical technology, today announced the U.S. launch of Kyphon Assist™ Directional Cannula for use with its balloon kyphoplasty (BKP) products to treat vertebral compression fractures due to osteoporosis, cancer or benign lesions. This innovative new device allows physicians greater control when inflating the bone tamp while also increasing height restoration capability compared to a traditional balloon kyphoplasty cannula1.The Kyphon Assist Directional Cannula is compatible across the Medtronic portfolio of balloon kyphoplasty products, including the Kyphon Xpander™ II Inflatable Bone Tamps. It provides the following benefits1:Allows for directional control of Inflatable Bone Tamps during a balloon kyphoplasty procedureAdditional height restoration...

OLNEY, Md., May 19, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Sandy Spring Bancorp, Inc., (Nasdaq-SASR), the parent company of Sandy Spring Bank, announced today its current results of its participation in the Small Business Administration’s Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), which provides forgivable loans to small businesses to enable them to maintain payroll, hire back employees who have been laid off, and cover applicable overhead. The Bank quickly developed a new technology solution to facilitate the application process and deployed over 200 employees to this effort. As of May 15, 2020, the Company has processed over 4,900 PPP loans for a total of $1.12 billion to businesses with more than an estimated 106,000 employees. Roughly 20% of these loans went to businesses in low-to-moderate income neighborhoods and over 5% went to nonprofit organizations....

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 19, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Rogers today announced partnerships with women’s shelters across British Columbia, including in Metro Vancouver, the Okanagan and on Vancouver Island, to provide connectivity to support our most vulnerable citizens during this global health crisis. The COVID-19 pandemic has revealed urgent needs among Canada’s at-risk communities, including women and children who may be facing the reality of being at home with an abusive family member.“With a deep commitment to serve the communities where we live and work, Rogers is committed to finding ways to help provide an essential digital lifeline and critical supports for British Columbians who need it the most,” said Rick Sellers, President of the B.C. Region, Rogers Communications. “Whether calling emergency services, accessing...