Experienced executive to lead global operations and strategic partnerships in drive to commercialize semiconductor technology MANCHESTER, England, March 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Smartkem (Nasdaq: SMTK), which is seeking to change the world of electronics with a new class of transistor technology, announced that it has appointed Jonathan Watkins as Chief Operating Officer (COO), with responsibility for global operations and strategic partnerships. Commenting on today’s announcement, CEO Ian Jenks commented, “Jonathan has held strategic, commercial, and operational roles across multi-billion-dollar multinationals, private equity ventures, and high-growth start-ups. He brings a proven track record of scaling global partnerships and manufacturing. As a consultant to Smartkem. Jonathan has already provided significant benefits to…
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SAN FRANCISCO, March 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Gladly, an AI-powered customer service platform that puts people, not tickets, at the center, today announced the launch of Sidekick on Voice, bringing radically personal AI-powered support to phone calls. Phone support remains a critical channel, with 52% of customers using it at some point in their service journey (Gartner, 2025). However, long hold times and impersonal automation continue to frustrate customers. Existing solutions fall short of delivering the personal touch that defines great service– ticket-based platforms treat each issue as an isolated ticket, disregarding the customer’s history and standalone voice AI solutions lack the rich…
Bank Insurance & Securities Association recognizes Cetera’s leadership in advancing products, services and platforms through technology innovation SAN DIEGO, March 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Cetera Financial Group, the premier financial advisor Wealth Hub, announced that it has earned the 2025 Bank Insurance & Securities Association (BISA) Technology Innovation Award* for its exclusive holistic sales and marketing transformation platform, GrowthLine. This marks Cetera’s 12th time winning the BISA Technology Innovation Award, which recognizes companies for their commitment to technology solutions in the financial services industry. GrowthLine is a component of the Growth360 suite of tools, Cetera’s strategic, peer-driven digital platform that won the 2024 BISA Technology…
Partnership builds on shared mission of moving churches and ministry leaders forward in their leadership, thriving and flourishing BOULDER, Colo., March 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Gloo, a technology platform connecting the faith ecosystem, announced a strategic investment in Carey Nieuwhof Communications Limited (CNCL), a leading provider of content, courses and community for faith-aligned leaders. With a flagship podcast in the top 0.1% of podcasts globally, digital training products, weekly email newsletters reaching more than 100,000 individuals, and a private online community of over 1,700 pastors and other leaders, CNCL enables the conversations, support and education on key topics that are relevant for today’s ministry landscape.…
Q4CY24 Revenue at $372.3 Mn Up 18.5% YoY | Q4CY24 EBITDA Expansion of 326 bps YoYQ4CY24 EPS at INR 5.25 Expansion of 65.1% YoY MUMBAI, India, March 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Hexaware Technologies (NSE: HEXT), a leading global provider of IT solutions and services, today announced financial results for the fourth quarter of calendar year 2024 ended December 31, 2024. Financial Summary and Highlights USD MnINR MnQ4CY24QoQ (%)YoY (%)Q4CY24QoQ (%)YoY (%)Revenue372.3(0.5 %)18.5 %31,5440.6 %20.6 %EBITDA60.71.3 %48.0 %5,1402.3 %50.7 %PAT38.06.4 %64.5 %3,2077.0 %66.3 % CY24USD MnCY24YoY (%)Revenue1,428.913.7 %EBITDA227.218.1 %PAT140.116.2 % Constant Currency GrowthCY24Q4CY24YoY %QoQ %YoY %Revenue13.5 %0.2 %18.8 % Revenue: Profitability: Key Client Metrics: Key People Metrics: Other Key Metrics: Leadership Speak “We are delighted to be public again. Materially outperforming industry growth with 18.5% YoY Q4CY24 revenue…
Leading predictive procurement platform continues growth with two new energy industry advisors SAN FRANCISCO, March 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Arkestro, the premier Predictive Procurement Platform accelerating enterprise spend transformation, welcomes two new experts into its executive advisory committee. Arkestro’s executive advisors bring extensive industry expertise to help shape the company’s strategic direction. By providing strategic guidance and fostering ongoing innovation, the executive advisory board ensures that Arkestro remains competitive and forward-thinking in a dynamic market. Arkestro’s new advisors include: “I am thrilled to welcome Robert and Bobby, two accomplished industry leaders, into Arkestro’s Executive Advisory Board,” said Rob DeSantis, CEO and Co-Founder of Arkestro.…
SAN FRANCISCO, March 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — aytm, the leading agile consumer insights platform for some of the world’s most notable consumer brands, CPG companies, and creative agencies, is pleased to announce the appointment of Glenn Fleischman as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). In this new role, Fleischman will spearhead aytm’s revenue strategy, driving growth and solidifying the company’s status as a leader in agile market research. Fleischman brings an impressive track record in revenue leadership and deep expertise in scaling businesses, optimizing sales operations, and team development. His strategic vision and leadership will further strengthen aytm’s ability to empower brands with fast, reliable, and innovative…
PARIS, March 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — EKINOPS (Euronext Paris – FR0011466069 – EKI), a leading supplier of telecommunications solutions for telecom operators and enterprises, unveils today its strategic plan – Bridge – kick-started at the end of 2024. Bridge: enhancing Ekinops’ two product lines with new and innovative solutions In Optical Transport, Ekinops will build on its expertise and success in the Metro Optical Transport segment and its WDM (Wavelength Division Multiplexing) products. Bridge will not only boost Ekinops’ presence in the Longhaul market already addressed but also, thanks to highly innovative new technologies, enable it to become a major player in the fast-expanding DCI (Data Center Inter Connect) segment.…
Boost sales with co-branded, creator-curated microstores—fully hosted on Shopify for seamless shopping and first-party data capture. SAN FRANCISCO, March 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Aspire.io, the leading word-of-mouth commerce platform, introduces CreatorStores – a game-changing way for brands to convert creator influence into direct revenue. Hosted on Shopify, CreatorStores empower brands to build co-branded, creator-curated microstores that blend authenticity, social proof, and frictionless shopping – resulting in an estimated 15% revenue lift due to personalization while capturing critical first-party data. The New Era of High-Performing Social Commerce CreatorStores bridge the gap between discovery and checkout with co-branded, creator-curated microstores. Instead of generic affiliate links to a traditional product…
The global collaboration aims to revolutionize customer experience through AI-led automation, predictive analytics, and next-generation digital solutions. MUMBAI, India, March 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — iSON Xperiences, a global leader in AI-driven customer experience (CX) solutions with a presence in 22 countries, has announced a strategic partnership with Aistra, an AI Adoption company, focusing on automation and transformation solutions built around its proprietary AI Agents, MicroApps, and Process Acceleration technologies. This collaboration will enable iSON Xperiences to leverage Aistra’s advanced AI capabilities to accelerate digital transformation initiatives for their clients worldwide. The partnership spans multiple industries, including Telecom, BFSI, Fintech, Retail, E-commerce, Travel, Consumer Services, and…