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Great Place To Work™ Greater China Celebrates the Best Workplaces for Women™ in Greater China 2025

SHANGHAI, April 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On April 10th, Great Place To Work™ Greater China held the Best Workplaces for Women™ in Greater China 2025 Awards Ceremony at the China Life Conference Centre.

This ceremony aims to distinguish the awarded companies from others by fostering trustworthy organizations that bridge gaps in employees’ daily experiences. Numerous testimonials highlight that once a strong balance and female empowerment are established, we witness significant improvements in learning, innovation, collaboration, and overall excellence in workplace outcomes.

Celebrating women in the workplace is essential for creating inclusive and equitable environments. Recognizing their contributions not only highlights the diverse perspectives that drive innovation and creativity but also empowers all employees to thrive. When workplaces celebrate women’s achievements, they send a powerful message about the value of collaboration and the importance of diverse voices in decision-making. This recognition boosts morale and encourages a culture of respect and support, ultimately leading to enhanced performance and success for the entire organization.

Embracing and celebrating women’s input is not just a recognition of individual accomplishments; it is a commitment to a more balanced and dynamic workplace for everyone.

“We recognize that celebrating the achievements of women isn’t just the right thing to do, it’s a business imperative. Their diverse perspectives, innovative thinking, and unwavering dedication are intrinsic to the success of any organization. We are committed to fostering an environment where every woman feels empowered to reach her full potential because when women thrive, the whole company thrives.” –Jose Bezanilla, CEO of Great Place To Work™, Greater China.

Keynote Speech- a highlight of the event.

Ms. Lilian Meng, Associate VP – HR Head, Mainland China, Hong Kong & Mongolia of VFS Global, inspired everyone by sharing firsthand some of her company’s unique programs and practices that foster trust and excellence. From speaking of what the experience is like being a woman of her position, to allowing the audience to understand the trials entailed in overcoming challenges specific to her gender at work, Ms. Meng hopes to continue working to ensure a better workplace culture for all, that celebrates this diversity.

These are the winners of the Best Workplaces for Women™ in Greater China 2025
We celebrate you!

AbbVie Greater China
Accenture
Adobe
Align Technology China
Allianz China
American Express International, Inc.
Atomy China
Brown-Forman Greater China
Cadence
Capella Hotels and Resorts
Cisco
Coats China
DB Schenker
DHL Express
DHL Global Forwarding, China
DHL Supply Chain Taiwan
DKSH
DOW
ESAB China
Ethypharm China
eyebuydirect
Fonterra
Hilti(Shanghai)Ltd
Hilton
IGT Solutions
IHG Hotels & Resorts
Kerry China
Li & Fung
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group
Marriott International
Mastercard
Mayoly China
Medela Greater China
Metlife
Royal FrieslandCampina China
SAP
SC Johnson
Sephora China
Servier China
Shanghai Totole Food Ltd. 
Siemens Healthineers
SKF China
Standard Chartered GBS China & GBS Guangzhou
Stryker China Commercial / Stryker (Suzhou) Medical Technology Co., Ltd
Swire Coca-Cola HK 
Synopsys China
Tapestry 
Tata Communications
Teva Pharmaceutical
TP
VFS Global
Watts China 
Zurich Insurance

The Core Findings

This year, we award 53 organizations as the Best Workplaces for Women™ in Greater China 2025, with an impressive average Trust Index score of 92.08% out of 75,643 collected responses, and an average Inclusion Index of 89.96%.

These awarded organizations come from 10+ different industries, with Manufacturing & Production, and Information Technology accounting for the greatest proportion.

The strongest statements collected were:

“I would strongly endorse my company to friends and family as a great place to work”: 92.4%.

“This is a psychologically and emotionally healthy place to work”: 90%.

“Management does a good job of assigning and coordinating people”: 90.1%.

Great Place To Work™ Greater China celebrates the vital role of women in the workplace, recognizing their contributions and leadership in driving innovation and inclusivity across all sectors.

About the Best Workplaces for Women™ in Greater China List

Best Workplaces for Women™ in Greater China is an accreditation standard which recognizes those top organizations that, while providing a great work environment to all employees, are also creating positive and supportive workplaces for women, in particular developing and promoting practices that make sure women in the workplace have a fair and positive work experience, and have the opportunity to contribute to the success of the business while they develop their talents personally and professionally.   

The objective of publishing the list is to acknowledge organisations and Great Workplaces from diverse industries and sizes that deliver and establish great workplace cultures for women and among the colleagues and associates, to sustain and enhance the competitive edge of the region. 

About Great Place to Work™ Greater China

Great Place to Work™ is the global authority on high-trust, high-performance workplace cultures that provides executive advisory and culture consulting services to businesses in more than 170 countries and regions, through proprietary assessment tools, benchmarks, and certification programs. In Greater China, we work with different media partners to publish our lists namely, the ‘Best Workplaces™ in Greater China‘ list, a special list of ‘Best Workplaces for Women™ in Greater China‘ list, the ‘Best Workplaces™ in Hong Kong‘ list and the ‘Best Workplaces™ in Taiwan‘ list. In the US, we work with Fortune Magazine to publish the 100 Best Companies to Work For® list.

Follow Great Place To Work™ Greater China 
www.greatplacetowork.cn  
Join the community on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, and 
WeChat ID: greatplacetowork 

Contact: Marissa ReyesMarissa.Reyes@greatplacetowork.com 

 

LUCKIN COFFEE CELEBRATES EARTH DAY IN COLLABORATION WITH OATLY

Luckin Coffee has also unveiled three new drinks using OATLY’s Barista Oat Drink as part of this collaboration.

SINGAPORE, April 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Luckin Coffee is excited to announce its partnership with OATLY to launch a delightful range of new oat beverages – the Pistachio Oat Latte, Yirgacheffe Oat Latte & Yirgacheffe Oat Flat White in celebration of Earth Day. 

Luckin Coffee Oat Reserve Collection
Luckin Coffee Oat Reserve Collection

Indulge in the Pistachio Oat Latte: A New Flavour Harmony
Savour the new Pistachio Oat Latte, a nutty blend of premium pistachios and cashews, combined with OATLY Barista Edition Oat Drink for an earthy, sweet indulgence. Enjoy a moment of pure delight, where the rich, layered nuts are perfectly blended to balance with the smooth, oat drink.

Luckin Coffee Pistachio Oat Latte
Luckin Coffee Pistachio Oat Latte

Yirgacheffe Oat Latte & Yirgacheffe Oat Flat White: Oatsome Brew for Earth
Experience the smooth, light texture of Yirgacheffe Oat Latte and Oat Flat White. Crafted with the OATLY Oat Drink Barista Specialty, these beverages offer dairy-free options for those who prefer a plant-based lifestyle. Every sip delivers the nuanced flavour of Yirgacheffe SOE beans, celebrated as a Platinum Medal winner at the IIAC International Coffee Tasting Competition 2023 (Upland #A formula).

“SOE” typically refers to single-origin espresso, a type of premium coffee with a flavour profile shaped by the unique climate in which it was cultivated. The soil, altitude, and environmental conditions of each region create distinct characteristics, meaning no two SOE coffees will ever taste exactly the same. From nutty and chocolatey notes to fruity and floral aromas, Luckin Coffee’s SOE beans offer an unparalleled coffee experience. The Yirgacheffe Oat Latte & Yirgacheffe Oat Flat White are pure indulgence for coffee lovers, offering a delicate, floral, and citrusy flavour with a clean, bright acidity that makes each sip a refreshing delight.

Your OATSOME Style: Exclusive Badge Set with Bundle
From 11 to 25 April 2025, or while stocks last, collect the limited-edition OATSOME Badge Set with every purchase of the OATSOME Bundle, priced at $10 for 2 selected drinks, at any Luckin Coffee’s store across Singapore. Each set features varied designs, a meaningful way to show your pledge for a healthier planet! Enjoy your favourite drinks by Luckin Coffee while adding an OATSOME unique piece to your collection! For more information, please refer to Annex A.

Luckin Coffee Oatsome Bundle
Luckin Coffee Oatsome Bundle

OATSOME WEEKEND – An Earth Day Pop-up
To celebrate the launch, an Oat-Venture pop-up event awaits at Suntec City on 19 and 20 April 2025. Visitors can explore small, meaningful ways to embrace sustainability through interactive activities—and also have the chance to win a special kit by participating in the plinko game or discover how Luckin Coffee’s and OATLY’s packaging can be effectively recycled to help minimise waste in our communities.

Beyond sustainability, visitors can capture fun moments at our themed photo zone, enjoy exciting games, and redeem exclusive limited-edition Luckin Coffee x OATLY merchandise—available only at the pop-up!

Take a sip towards a greener future with the Luckin Coffee x OATLY collaboration, creating a delicious step towards a more sustainable lifestyle! Treat yourself to award-winning beans and plant-based goodness at a Luckin Coffee’s outlet near you.  Join us to make this Earth Day memorable as we sip, learn, and celebrate our commitment to a better planet!

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About Luckin Coffee

Luckin Coffee Inc. (OTC: LKNCY) has pioneered a technology-driven retail network to provide coffee and other products of high quality, high convenience and high affordability to customers. Empowered by proprietary technologies, Luckin Coffee pursues its vision to build a world-class coffee brand and become a part of everyone’s daily life. Luckin Coffee was founded in 2017 and is based in China. For more information, please visit www.luckincoffee.com/.

 

Paranovus Entertainment Technology Limited Received Nasdaq Notification Letter Related to Late Filing of Form 6-K Reporting Interim Financial Information

NEW YORK, April 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Paranovus Entertainment Technology Limited (“PAVS” or the “Company”), (NASDAQ: PAVS) announced today that it has received a letter from the Nasdaq Stock Market LLC (“Nasdaq”), dated April 9, 2025 (the “Deficiency Letter”), notifying the Company that it is not in compliance with the requirements for continued listing set forth in Nasdaq Listing Rule 5250(c)(2) because it did not timely file its Form 6-K (the “Filing”) for the period ended September 30, 2024, reporting interim financial information for the six-month period there ended.

In accordance with Nasdaq Listing Rules, the Company has 60 calendar days from the date of the Deficiency Letter to submit a plan to regain compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rules (the “Compliance Plan”). If Nasdaq accepts the Compliance Plan, Nasdaq may grant the Company an exception of up to 180 calendar days from the Filing’s due date, or until September 29, 2025, to regain compliance. The Company intends either to file the required Filing or submit the Compliance Plan within the prescribed 60-day period.

The Deficiency Letter has no immediate impact on the listing of the Company’s Class A ordinary shares on the Nasdaq Capital Market.

This announcement is made in compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5810(b), which requires prompt disclosure of receipt of a deficiency notification.

About Paranovus Entertainment Technology Limited

Paranovus Entertainment Technology Ltd. focuses on the development of AI-powered entertainment products, including AI-driven games and applications, as well as TikTok-related e-commerce solutions through its subsidiary. The Company is committed to delivering immersive and engaging experiences through innovative AI and digital commerce platforms.

In March 2025, the Company completed the acquisition of the controlling equity interests of Bomie Wookoo Inc., a New York company that offers e-commerce solutions. As part of its strategic transformation, Paranovus has exited its legacy businesses, including the e-commerce, internet information, and advertising businesses in September 2023 and ceased its automobile sales business in July 2024.

For more information on our latest innovations and developments, visit https://www.pavs.ai/.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements as defined by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements include statements concerning plans, objectives, goals, strategies, future events or performance, and underlying assumptions and other statements that are other than statements of historical facts. When the Company uses words such as “may, “will, “intend,” “should,” “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “project,” “estimate” or similar expressions that do not relate solely to historical matters, it is making forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties that may cause the actual results to differ materially from the Company’s expectations discussed in the forward-looking statements. These statements are subject to uncertainties and risks including, but not limited to, the following:  the Company’s goals and strategies; the Company’s future business development; the Company’s future acquisition opportunities; the Company’s ability to identify any acquisition opportunities that fit with our business strategies; the Company’s ability to consummate an attractive acquisition and realize the benefits of such transaction; product and service demand and acceptance; changes in technology; economic conditions; reputation and brand; the impact of competition and pricing; government regulations; fluctuations in general economic, the COVID-19 outbreak and its impact on our operations and assumptions underlying or related to any of the foregoing and other risks contained in reports filed by the Company with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.  For these reasons, among others, investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance upon any forward-looking statements in this press release. Additional factors are discussed in the Company’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, which are available for review at www.sec.gov. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly revise these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that arise after the date hereof.

Health In Tech Announces Appointment of Sanjay Shrestha to Board of Directors

STUART, Fla., April 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Health In Tech (Nasdaq: HIT), an Insurtech platform company backed by third-party AI technology, is pleased to announce the appointment of a new independent director, Sanjay Shrestha, to the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”). Mr. Shrestha will serve as a member of the Audit Committee, Compensation Committee and the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee of the Board.

“We are pleased to welcome Sanjay Shrestha to our Board of Directors,” said Tim Johnson, Chairman & CEO of Health In Tech. “Sanjay brings a wealth of experience leading growth strategies in the energy and technology sectors. His leadership in scaling platform businesses and deep understanding of emerging technologies will provide valuable perspective as the Board continues to support Health In Tech’s vision to remove friction from the U.S. healthcare system through vertical integration, automation, and digital innovation.”

Mr. Shrestha currently serves as President of Plug Power, having joined the company in 2019 as Chief Strategy Officer. He has played a pivotal role in driving growth and expanding value for both customers and shareholders as Plug advances its leadership in the green hydrogen economy. As General Manager, he significantly broadened the company’s product portfolio and built out the Energy business to deliver end-to-end solutions—including electrolyzers, liquefiers, and cryogenic systems—while overseeing the development of Plug’s hydrogen production facilities.

Earlier in his career, Mr. Shrestha spent seven years as Global Head of Renewables Research at Lazard Capital Markets, where he was named to the Institutional Investor All America Research team and ranked among the top five global stock pickers. Prior to that, he built the renewables and industrial research practice at First Albany Capital, where he earned recognition as the No.1 stock picker and earnings estimator by StarMine and Forbes Magazine. He currently serves as an independent director on the board of Fusemachines, an AI company, and holds an Honorary Doctorate from Saint Rose College.

Use of ForwardLooking Statements

Certain statements in this press release are forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provisions under the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements may include estimates or expectations about Health In Tech’s possible or assumed operational results, financial condition, business strategies and plans, market opportunities, competitive position, industry environment, and potential growth opportunities. In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by terms such as “may,” “will,” “should,” “design,” “target,” “aim,” “hope,” “expect,” “could,” “intend,” “plan,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “believe,” “continue,” “predict,” “project,” “potential,” “goal,” or other words that convey the uncertainty of future events or outcomes. These statements relate to future events or to Health In Tech’s future financial performance, and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause Health In Tech’s actual results, levels of activity, performance, or achievements to be different from any future results, levels of activity, performance or achievements expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. You should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements because they involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which are, in some cases, beyond Health In Tech’s control and which could, and likely will, affect actual results, levels of activity, performance or achievements. Any forward-looking statement reflects Health In Tech’s current views with respect to future events and is subject to these and other risks, uncertainties and assumptions relating to Health In Tech’s operations, results of operations, growth strategy and liquidity.

About Health In Tech

Health In Tech (Nasdaq: “HIT”) is an Insurtech platform company backed by third-party AI technology, which offers a marketplace that aims to improve processes in the healthcare industry through vertical integration, process simplification, and automation. By removing friction and complexities, we streamline the underwriting, sales and service process for insurance companies, licensed brokers, and TPAs. Learn more at healthintech.com.

Investor Contact

Investor Relations:
ir@healthintech.com

Heng Ren Partners Calls on Sinovac to Disclose the Record and Payment Dates of the Special Dividend and Distribute an Additional Dividend of $41 per Share

BOSTON, April 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Sinovac Biotech Ltd. (NASDAQ: SVA) shareholder Heng Ren Partners, LLC sent a letter on April 8, 2025, to Sinovac’s Board calling on the Board to disclose the record and payment dates of the special cash dividend announced on April 1, 2025.  More than a week after the dividend announcement, these simple and essential details oddly remain undisclosed.  Heng Ren previously sent the Board a letter on March 19, and received no response.  The April 8 letter urges Sinovac to pay an additional dividend of $41 per share, which would pay shareholders a total of $96 per share and leave Sinovac with more than $1.3 billion net cash on hand – an amount more than sufficient for Sinovac’s operating needs.  Heng Ren encourages like-minded shareholders to visit https://www.hengreninvestment.com/sinovac-fairness/ and contact Sinovac directly.

The full text of the letter follows:

April 8, 2025

Dear Board of Directors:

I write on behalf of Heng Ren regarding our March 19, 2025 Shareholder Demand for Cash Distribution and Inspection of Books and Records (the “Shareholder Demand“) and the Company’s press release dated April 1, 2025 (the “Press Release“), in which the Board announced a special cash dividend of US$55.00 per common share (the “Dividend“).1  Specifically, the Press Release stated that the Board expects to “fund the Dividend from available cash resources of the Company and its subsidiaries, including prior distributions from Sinovac Life Sciences Co., Ltd. and other operating subsidiaries of the Company.”  Heng Ren also notes that the Board announced that the “Dividend is intended to provide [Company] shareholders with their appropriate share of these prior distributions from the Company’s subsidiaries.”

Heng Ren is encouraged that the Board has announced the Dividend, which is consistent with its fiduciary obligations to allow shareholders finally to receive some benefit of their investment in Sinovac.  But more is required.  In order to increase transparency and trust, and ensure that Sinovac shareholders receive the benefit of their investment, the Board must immediately disclose the exact timing of the record and payment dates, and mechanics for the payment of the announced Dividend. This disclosure is especially critical given that shareholders still are unable to trade their shares due to the continued trading halt on the Nasdaq. The Board should also provide an update this week on the status of the resumption of trading of Sinovac’s stock as it is of critical importance to all shareholders. 

Furthermore, even after paying the Dividend, the Company still will be holding more than $6.3 billion in net cash and cash equivalents.  We see no rational business reason for the Company to continue to sit on that much cash.  The time to distribute the cash is now.  Therefore, the Board must not only cause the Company to pay the Dividend, but also cause the Company to pay an additional special dividend of $41 per share.  Such a dividend payment would leave the Company with more than $1.3 billion net cash on hand, an amount well above its operating needs. 

The issue of excess cash and its distribution is not only a matter of interest to shareholders like us. It also is of interest to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).  As Heng Ren referenced in its letter dated March 19, 2025, in the correspondence from the SEC’s Division of Corporate Finance to Sinovac dated June 26, 2023, the SEC specifically asked the Company to describe “any restrictions and limitations on [its] ability to distribute earnings from the [C]ompany . . . to U.S. investors.”  In response, Sinovac did not identify any limitations on its ability to make distributions to investors, but simply stated it had no intention of distributing dividends in the near future.  At that time, the Company was sitting on more than $10.0 billion in net cash or cash equivalents.  This action (or inaction) precluded Sinovac’s shareholders from benefiting from the billions of dollars in cash that their investment had created.

Without a clear timeline on the payment of the announced $55 cash dividend, and Sinovac’s problem of excess cash still unaddressed, from a shareholders’ perspective the situation hasn’t changed since 2023 when the SEC sent its inquiry to Sinovac.

As demonstrated by the Company’s June 30, 2024 financial report, Sinovac’s cash on hand – without any revenue or operating cash flow, and after distribution of the $55 cash dividend –would finance nearly nine years of capital expenditures.

Sinovac can responsibly distribute not only the $55 cash dividend, but an additional special dividend of $41 per share.  The board and shareholders all should be aligned and in agreement for the distributions. These distributions pale in comparison to the opportunity cost of Sinovac’s shares being halted from trading when the Company’s value peaked in 2021. Long-oppressed shareholders now are entitled to receive this cash.

Heng Ren reiterates its previous demand to inspect and to make copies or extracts from, the books and records set forth in Section II.C (Parts 1-9) of its Shareholder Demand.

About Heng Ren:

Heng Ren Partners is a Boston-based asset management firm investing in Chinese companies.  Ropes & Gray LLP is serving as its legal counsel.


     Any shareholder may obtain additional information or contact Heng Ren     

at https://www.hengreninvestment.com and click “Sinovac Fairness.”

1 Capitalized terms undefined herein shall have the same meanings ascribed to them in the Shareholder Demand.

DANY GARCIA ANNOUNCES THE LAUNCH OF DANIMÁS: A NEW MEDIA COMPANY CELEBRATING THE AMBITIOUS TRAILBLAZER

NEW YORK, April 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Dany Garcia, Chairwoman & CEO of The Garcia Companies, announces the launch of Danimás, an innovative media company and community built for the modern Trailblazer. Designed to inspire individuals who embody the “Athlete of Life™” mindset, Danimás celebrates ambition and the journey, through the triumphs and defeats, for the pursuit of greatness in every facet of life.  

Backed by original research Garcia personally funded—which revealed that 65% of women feel underrepresented in media—Danimás will be home to dynamic content, first-person narratives, original programming, and cultural storytelling that shifts perspective and breaks boundaries.

Danimás is more than just a media platform — it’s a movement and a mindset. At its core, it’s a digital space that connects individuals who embrace strength as a lifestyle choice, extending beyond the gym and into their personal, professional, and creative pursuits. As a brand, it seeks to serve as a cultural touchpoint, highlighting individuals who are redefining industries — from leading entrepreneurs and athletes to creative visionaries and fashion innovators.

“The Trailblazer represents a new archetype — glamorous, bold, and unapologetic. Strength training is the great unlock to harnessing her innate power; She embraces her strength, allowing it to reverberate and leave a lasting impact on herself and others,” says Garcia. “Danimás is where these individuals can find a community that fuels their ambitions and inspires their journeys.”

Garcia, a professional bodybuilder, lifelong athlete, and accomplished entrepreneur who oversees a diversified portfolio of companies that span entertainment, media, fashion, sports, health, wellness, and consumer goods, brings a unique blend of business acumen and physical discipline to this groundbreaking initiative. Over the past decade, Garcia has played a pivotal role in producing culturally significant and commercially successful projects, including HBO’s five-time-Emmy-nominated Ballers and blockbuster films such as Sony’s globally beloved Jumanji franchise, Disney’s Jungle Cruise and upcoming Live Action Moana, Netflix’s Red Notice, Amazon’s Red One, among others.

Garcia has appointed Liz Edmiston as Co-CEO of the Fashion Division at The Garcia Companies, where she will spearhead the development of Danimás. A dynamic and seasoned global retail leader, Edmiston most recently served as CEO of Lane Bryant, where she revitalized and modernized the beloved fashion brand, and as President and CEO of Groupe Dynamite Inc., in Montreal, guiding the company through a digital evolution and shaping its strategic growth trajectory.  As Chief Brand Officer of Calvin Klein, she oversaw the Asia Pacific region based in Hong Kong, transforming it from a licensed model to a fully owned and operated retail business with over 2600 stores. She has also held senior executive positions for companies such as Gap, Inc., Ralph Lauren, Tory Burch, and Victoria’s Secret.

“Liz is a powerhouse — she understands how to build brands that move culture,” said Garcia. “Her proven ability to lead with discipline, resonate with consumers, and execute at scale make her the perfect partner to bring Danimás to life.”

“Danimás is an exciting new concept,” said Edmiston. “It’s a brand built on strength and intention — where training meets style, and where creativity is expressed through every detail. This isn’t just about a new content platform or fashion focused company, it’s about building a community of power women who are interested in business, sports, fashion and culture and are intent on getting the most out of life.”

For the launch, Danimás has partnered with Frosty, a premier global creative agency, and branding specialist Studio Alistair Gibbs to shape the brand’s identity and visual narrative, culminating in a striking debut campaign.  Shot in London by renowned photographer Amber Pinkerton, the campaign, which showcases the first visual world of Danimás, merges power, training, strength, and glamour in a visually arresting and thought-provoking manner.

Danimás Debuts Online 
Danimás will launch digitally on www.danimas.com with an expansive range of editorial content, visuals and storytelling.The brand will also maintain an active presence on Instagram and LinkedIn starting April 10, 2025, offering exclusive content and updates that reflect its community-first approach.  A newsletter will be rolled out later this month to subscribers.

The company has partnered with Studio K&J and Sweden Unlimited on the website launch, with In*houseco Inc, managing creative execution across all platforms.

The Executive Team
Danimás boasts an impressive leadership team that blends diverse expertise from across industries. The team includes:

  • Giuseppe Cielo, former CFO at Khaite – Chief Financial Officer
  • Amy Madigan, former VP, Operations at GSTQ – Chief of Staff
  • Erin Lardy, Chief Content Officer of The Garcia Companies – Interim Chief Editorial Director
  • Lynn Ambrose, former Head of Talent for The RealReal – Human Resources Advisor.

Shanna Goldstone and Jason Cauchi of Pari Passu New York, and SAGO, have been retained to conduct consumer research. Ave Advisory has been retained for executive marketing strategy.

Karen Harvey Consulting Group is leading executive search and supporting brand development and strategic initiatives. 

For more information and media inquiries, please contact:  
Press Inquiries: info@danimas.com

Visual from Danimás brand launch, merging power, training, strength, and glamour for the modern Trailblazer.
Visual from Danimás brand launch, merging power, training, strength, and glamour for the modern Trailblazer.

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Laboratory Services Cooperative Notifies Individuals of Security Incident

SEATTLE, April 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Laboratory Services Cooperative (LSC), a non-profit organization based in Seattle, Washington, is encouraging individuals to take precautionary measures to protect their information following a security incident.

LSC provides lab testing services to select Planned Parenthood centers. If you, or someone whose healthcare bills you pay for, visited one of these centers and had lab tests done or were referred for lab tests, your information might be part of this incident.

Please be advised that this incident did not involve all Planned Parenthood centers. It specifically may have impacted only those centers that received lab testing services from LSC. It is important to note that LSC began providing services to these centers at different times, with some partnerships starting as recently as the past few years. For a list of states where LSC partners with Planned Parenthood centers, individuals can visit the FAQ section of LSC’s website notice available at https://www.LSCIncidentSupport.com.

On October 27, 2024, LSC identified suspicious activity within its network. In response, LSC immediately engaged third-party cybersecurity specialists to determine the nature and scope of the incident and notified federal law enforcement. The investigation revealed that an unauthorized third party gained access to portions of LSC’s network and accessed/removed certain files belonging to LSC.

LSC promptly initiated a review and engaged a third-party vendor to help identify whose information may be potentially involved and to what extent.

In February 2025, LSC received the initial results of the data review, revealing that certain LSC patient and worker-related data might be affected.

The specific information involved is not the same for everyone. It depends on the individual’s relationship with LSC but may include contact details such as name, address, phone number, and email, along with one or more of the following categories:

  • Medical/Clinical Information: This may include information such as date(s) of service, diagnoses, treatment, medical record number, lab results, patient/accession number, provider name, treatment location, and related-care details.
  • Health Insurance Information: This may encompass plan name, plan type, insurance companies, and member/group ID numbers.
  • Billing, Claims, and Payment Data: This could involve claim numbers, billing details, bank account details (including bank name, account number, and routing number), billing codes, payment card details, balance details, and similar banking and financial information.
  • Additional Identifiers: This may include Social Security Number, driver’s license or state ID number, passport number, date of birth, demographic data, student ID number, and other forms of government identifiers.

For LSC workers, the information involved may also include details about their dependents or beneficiaries if that information was provided to LSC.

The confidentiality, privacy, and security of information maintained by LSC remains its top priority. As a precaution, LSC has hired third-party cybersecurity specialists to monitor the dark web for any information that may have been accessed or taken without authorization during this incident. The dark web is a hidden part of the internet where unauthorized activities and data exchanges often happen.

The cybersecurity specialists hired by LSC are using tools and techniques to scan various dark web forums, marketplaces, and other platforms. As of this writing, they have not found any evidence that information involved in this incident is on the dark web.

LSC has set up a website to help individuals learn more about the incident and to provide resources to protect their information. These resources include free credit monitoring and medical identity protection services through CyEx Medical Shield Complete. To learn more or to sign up for these services, please visit https://www.LSCIncidentSupport.com. Any updates regarding the incident will be posted on https://www.LSCIncidentSupport.com, so individuals are encouraged to visit it periodically.

LSC has also established a dedicated call center for individuals to call with any questions or concerns. The toll-free call center can be reached at 1-855-549-2662, available Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM ET.

Individuos pueden obtener información relacionada con este incidente en español llamando al centro de llamadas gratuito exclusivo de LSC al 1-855-549-2662.

Sinch Named an Essential App for HubSpot

Partnership highlights Sinch’s success bringing easy-to-use conversations inbox to business messaging

STOCKHOLM and BOSTON, April 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Sinch (Sinch AB (publ) – XSTO: SINCH), which is pioneering the way the world communicates through its Digital Customer Communications Cloud, has been recognized an Essential App for HubSpot. The announcement strengthens the strategic partnership between the two companies and coincides with the launch of HubSpot’s new Custom Channels API, which allows businesses to integrate communication channels from trusted partners like Sinch directly into the HubSpot Conversations Inbox.

This milestone reflects Sinch’s ongoing commitment to co-innovation, making it easier for businesses to reach and engage customers in more personalized, efficient, and impactful ways. As a launch partner for the Custom Channels API, Sinch now enables customers to seamlessly manage RCS, SMS and MMS communications alongside email, chat, and social messaging – all in one unified inbox.

“It’s a testament to our focus on bringing the best communications tools to businesses using HubSpot,” said Chris Thompson, VP, Ecosystems at Sinch. “Our product and partner teams have worked closely with HubSpot to create an inbox environment that meets the needs of today’s businesses. The partnership we have with HubSpot has led to opportunities like this, and we’re proud to play a key role in shaping the future of customer engagement.”

With the new integration, businesses can now track, manage, and respond to text messages within HubSpot’s Conversations Inbox, offering teams a single, organized location for all customer communications. This level of visibility and centralization improves internal collaboration and drives more responsive, personalized experiences.

“By supporting this integration, we’re helping businesses keep track of their communications for even better customer engagement,” Thompson added. “We’re excited to strengthen our partnership with HubSpot and continue delivering exceptional messaging experiences that empower businesses worldwide.”

Sinch believes in helping businesses build real connections with their customers, directly from the platforms they know and use every day, like HubSpot. Being named an Essential App reflects the long-standing relationship between Sinch and HubSpot, which is built on shared values of customer-first innovation and trusted collaboration. This recognition also highlights Sinch’s mobile messaging expertise and the vital role it plays in expanding and enriching the HubSpot ecosystem.

For more information about Sinch’s SMS & MMS integration with HubSpot visit https://sinch.com/integrations/hubspot/

CONTACT:
For more information please contact:  
Janet Lennon, Director of Global PR & Communications  
janet.lennon@sinch.com |1.206.914.6175 

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