Under the theme of “Inspiration Ahead”, OPPO introduces stunning Inspirational Light activation to underpin Roland-Garros tournament 2022.

PARIS, FRANCE – Media OutReach – 2 June 2022 – With the new brand proposition: Inspiration Ahead, OPPO, the premium partner of Roland-Garros 2022, unveils the stunning Inspirational Light campaign. Capturing the passion for the sport, inspiring messages were beamed from global tennis fans onto the world-famous red clay court.

“Inspiration Ahead means showing confidence and poise when we are moving forward. It encourages us to remain resolved and graceful as we brave the storm and break the stagnation. Participating in sporting events is fantastic for OPPO to convey the mutually inspirational spirit and communicate OPPO’s technology innovation experience with our global users,” announced William Liu, OPPO’s Vice President and President of Global Marketing.

OPPO, as the premium partner for the 4^th consecutive year, hopes to bring tennis fans’ inspiration with its advanced imaging technology to witness, capture and share the heart-stopping moments on the court.

Galvanising the global support for this year’s tennis stars, OPPO launched the Inspirational Light campaign, where global tennis fans were encouraged to share messages of support, which were then used to create striking yet beautiful light painting imagery showcased on the red clay court on each night of the tournament. At the end of each night match, when the stadium’s lights were turned off, OPPO’s expert light painting crew ‘painted’ the fans’ best comments using OPPO’s Find X5 Pro’s low-light photography mode. The stunning visuals were captured by OPPO Find X5 Pro, with photos and videos posted across social media.

Thanks to its advanced imaging system, the newest cutting-edge flagship from the brand, the OPPO Find X5 Pro, is the perfect handset for tennis fans to capture true-to-life content of their favourite tennis players. Powered by the OPPO’s self-designed MariSilicon X imaging NPU, Find X5 Pro brings the industry-recognized imaging capabilities, enabling tennis fans to capture 4K Ultra Night video and captivating photography of the tennis tournament.

The handset’s Wide-angle camera also features a first-of-its-kind Five-axis OIS system, which improves with every use to counter handshake, reduce noise and sharpen scenes – guaranteeing tennis fans perfect clarity and sharp shots.

Through Inspiration Ahead, OPPO strives to inspire its global users to push the limits to achieve success. The brand is bringing to the forefront technology that delivers a step-change to exemplify the dynamic and exhilarating experiences found only in this elite competition. To learn more about the Inspiration Ahead activities taking place at Roland Garros, click here.

To learn more about the OPPO Find X5 Pro, click here.

About OPPO

OPPO is a leading global smart device brand. Since the launch of its first mobile phone – “Smiley Face” – in 2008, OPPO has been in relentless pursuit of the perfect synergy of aesthetic satisfaction and innovative technology. Today, OPPO provides a wide range of smart devices spearheaded by the Find X and Reno series. Beyond devices, OPPO also provides its users with ColorOS operating system and internet services such as OPPO Cloud and OPPO+. OPPO has footprints in more than 50 countries and regions, with more than 40,000 employees dedicated to creating a better life for customers around the world.

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Pharmaceutical service provider integrates sustainability goals into its corporate strategy

RAVENSBURG, GERMANY – Media OutReach – 2 June 2022 – Vetter, a global leading Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO), has published its first sustainability report. The report underpins the company’s commitment to sustainable action and covers three areas: Ecological Responsibility, Sustainable Economy, and Social Engagement. In doing so, the CDMO is orienting its activities to the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

“As a family-owned business, we think in the long term and aim to act in an economically, socially, and ecologically responsible manner,” says Senator h.c. Udo J. Vetter, Chairman of the Advisory Board and member of the owner family. And Vetter lives up to this responsibility. For many years the pharmaceutical service provider has been realizing a comprehensive sustainability program through its comprehensive EHS (Environment, Health, and Safety) management. Now the company is going one step further. “With the publication of our first sustainability report, we are committing ourselves to the future and making our previous measures on the subject of sustainability transparent for everyone to understand,” emphasizes Senator h.c. Udo J. Vetter.

And these measures are multifaceted, encompassing the areas of ecology, economy, and social issues in their interplay. “Sustainability is firmly anchored in our corporate philosophy,” says Vetter Managing Director Peter Soelkner. “Of course, on many levels, it also plays an important role in our current corporate strategy Vetter NExT 2029.” All stakeholders are included in the process. Thus, the report also shows the individual importance of sustainable action for patients and their families, customers, employees, partner companies as well as society overall. The company‘s sustainability goals are aligned with the requirements for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations.

Ecological responsibility – looking to future generations

“We are very aware of our social responsibility towards future generations,” emphasizes Vetter Managing Director Thomas Otto. “One of our main initiatives is therefore, to further reduce our emissions, energy consumption, and waste volumes, while at the same time meeting the high regulatory requirements within the manufacturing of vital medicines.” Since 2021, all Vetter sites worldwide have been CO₂-neutral. In addition, the company attaches great importance to the stable supply of green electricity from hydroelectric power plants as well as the use of energy from cogeneration units, photovoltaic systems, and geothermal energy. By realizing efficiency measures, the CDMO has saved more than 31 million KWh of energy over the past ten years and expects to further reduce energy consumption an additional 10% by 2029. Through the use of green technology and targeted investments that are in line with the German government’s technology strategy, the company was already using 1,562 m³ less water in 2021, for example, or the equivalent annual consumption of 34 people.

Sustainable economy – value creation and occupational safety

Vetter’s entrepreneurial goal is to create sustainable value. Implementing a sustainability strategy is an integral part of its business model. Another focus is on the promotion as well as the protection of its employees. With a comprehensive occupational health and safety management system, the pharmaceutical service provider creates a safe working environment. In addition, Vetter invests in high-quality education of its employees through continuous training.

Social commitment – Social sustainability

As a globally acting company, Vetter currently employs 5,700 people from over 60 different nations and has been a member of the Diversity Charter since 2017. The CDMO is committed to a prejudice-free, appreciative working environment in which equal opportunities prevail for all employees – regardless of characteristics such as gender identity, ethnic origin, nationality, and age. “At the same time, we are aware that social responsibility extends well beyond our own company,” says Managing Director Peter Soelkner. “That is why we are actively involved in various initiatives around our corporate sites.”

About the Vetter Sustainability Report

The structure of the report is based on the requirements of the German Sustainability Code (DNK). In addition, the content was reviewed against the internationally recognized Sustainability Report Standards (SRS), the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), and the principles of completeness, materiality, and stakeholder engagement.

“Our first sustainability report is another important milestone in Vetter’s corporate history. Even though we look with pride at the results achieved thus far, we see it, above all, as an incentive and motivation to continuously realize our further goals,” Managing Director Thomas Otto sums up.

The complete sustainability report can be found here.

Find the Vetter press kit and more background information here.

About Vetter

Headquartered in Ravensburg, Germany, Vetter is a family-owned, global leading contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) with production facilities in Germany, Austria and the United States. Currently employing more than 5,700 individuals worldwide, the company has long-term experience in supporting biotechnology and pharmaceutical customers both large and small. Vetter services range from early stage development support including clinical manufacturing, to commercial supply and numerous packaging solutions for vials, syringes and cartridges. As a leading solution provider, Vetter appreciates its responsibility to support the needs of its customers by developing devices that contribute to increased patient safety, convenience, and enhanced compliance. Great importance is also given to social responsibility including environmental protection and sustainability. Learn more about Vetter at www.vetter-pharma.com.

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Under the Sponsorship of Abu Dhabi Police, Aramco & Saudi Electricity Company

Two Strategic partnership agreements were signed with Emirates Health Services (EHS) and The Kurdistan Agency for Normalization

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – African Media Agency – 1 June 2022 – EFQM concluded the first edition of its Middle East Summit “ACHIEVING A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE FOR THE MIDDLE EAST THROUGH TRANSFORMATION.” at the Grand Hyatt hotel in Dubai, where Transformation and Excellence Business Leaders shared their vision and experiences with the presence of esteemed partners, VIPs, business leaders, media and influencers.

On this occasion, EFQM also signed two partnership agreements with prestigious organizations. The first agreement was signed with Emirate Health Services (EHS) to establish an Excellence and Quality Award for Healthcare Providers and a program for leadership development to enhance the performance of the healthcare sector in Dubai. The second agreement was with the Kurdistan Agency for Normalization to set up the agency as a partner to deliver EFQM courses in the Kurdish language. The Ministry of Culture in Saudi Arabia signed a Diamond Membership agreement with EFQM to support the ministry in its journey toward excellence.

The summit promenaded different panels and keynote speakers featuring thought-provoking presentations such as Innovation, Sustainability, and Transformation by renowned personalities and entities such as HE Major General Fares Khalaf Al Mazroui, Commander-in-Chief of Abu Dhabi Police, HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), Dr Paul Little, EFQM Board Chairman, Dr Nader Sabry, CEO of timeZ5 Global Inc., and Mr Russell Longmuir, EFQM Chief Executive Officer, Eng. Isra’a Mobideen, EFQM Middle East Regional Director, Abu Dhabi Police, Dubai Government Excellence Program, King Abdullah II Center for Excellence, Club Excelencia, Ministry of Interior Bahrain, Orange Jordan, Public Works Authority in Qatar, Roads & Transport Authority, Dubai Police, Dubai Customs, Telecommunications, and Digital Government Regulatory Authority, and many more, from across the region and beyond.

His Excellency Major General Faris Khalaf Al Mazrouei, Commander-in-Chief of Abu Dhabi Police, commented “We would like to thank EFQM for supporting excellence in the Middle East and worldwide, and for organizing this important event. Since its inception in 1957, Abu Dhabi Police has been keen to support and comply with government directions to achieve a global leading position for the UAE. Through establishing a clear purpose, understanding our ecosystem, exploring future Global trends, employing advanced analytical tools, and adopting agile approaches, we have been able to enhance Abu Dhabi Global position by becoming the safest city in the world for the past 6 years. We will continue to support the prosperity and quality of life of our nation and strengthen our partnerships in the pursuit of excellence”.

Mr. Motaz Al-Mashouk VP, Engineering Services at Aramco said: “Excellence is one of Aramco’s driving corporate values, enabling the company to achieve the best possible results when tackling new challenges. The company will continue its excellence journey to drive performance and fulfill our strategic intent of becoming the world’s leading integrated energy and chemicals company.”

Isra’a Mobideen, EFQM Middle East Regional Director, highlighted “The summit was a great opportunity to hear from best-in-class pioneering organizations as they shared insights about their transformation journey and showcased best practices for others to learn from. It was great to hear how central EFQM’s Training and methods had become to driving performance improvement, excellence, sustainable transformation, and assisting Middle East organizations to manage the challenges ahead”. We thank our members, partners and sponsors for their support, and we are looking to welcome them again at the EFQM Forum taking place in Lyon- FRANCE on the 27-28th of October 2022.

About EFQM:

EFQM is a not-for-profit membership foundation founded in October 1989, based in Brussels with Global reach. EFQM’s purpose is to build a better future for people, communities, and for organizations themselves. EFQM is the custodian of the EFQM Model, a non-prescriptive framework that can be used to gain a holistic view of any organization regardless of size, sector, or maturity. Over the past 30 years, the EFQM Model has provided a blueprint for organizations across and beyond Europe to develop a culture of improvement and innovation.

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QMS Excellence Services: https://www.qms.de

Career Management Consultants & Training CMC : https://www.cmc-me.com/

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500 Global Accelerator Taiwan will support 20 local and international startups on their growth journey, further bolstering Taiwan’s startup ecosystem

TAIPEI, TAIWAN – Media OutReach – 1 June 2022 – 500 Global, a leading U.S.-based venture capital firm and Taiwan Tech Arena, a deep tech startup ecosystem-building program, have renewed their partnership to bring back the highly anticipated 500 Global Accelerator Taiwan, with TTA (the “Program”). The accelerator Program aims to help 20 promising tech startups scale both locally and globally.

With the support of 500 Global’s world-class mentors, the Program will coach early stage tech startups on how to assess, refine, and fast-track their growth plans in sectors such as web3, fintech, future of work, digital health, and consumer.

Besides equipping startups with the tools and skills for rapid growth and capital attraction, the Program provides an opportunity to showcase and develop Taiwan’s R&D and talent pool.

“We are extremely proud of the success achieved by members of our 2021 cohort, such as Crescendo Lab, GoSky AI, OnMyGrad, and Spaceship that have subsequently received funding or gained market traction since completing the program. This underscores its effectiveness, which is why we are very pleased to partner with TTA once again in 2022 and help it reinforce Taiwan’s reputation as an up-and-coming startup hub,” said Carrie Liauw, Regional Director, Programs, APAC at 500 Global.

Anthony So, Co-founder & CEO of OnMyGrad, commented on his experience from last year’s Program: “I am really fortunate to have 500 Global team members supporting us throughout the program as we are an overseas startup, not physically in Taipei. It’s hard to imagine that a virtual program can be that well-organized and engaging. Most importantly, our team learnt so much about productization and scaling, which further earned us pre-seed investment from 500 Global.”

“The workshops and mentorship made a huge impact. Through this program, I had the opportunity to learn about many things I would have had to learn the hard way otherwise,” said Camila Sáenz, Founder & CEO of TUTEEMI.

The program’s key dates are the following:

● June 1, 2022: Launch of Application Period
● July 1, 2022: Close of Application Period
● August 15, 2022 – October 21st, 2022: Accelerator Program
● Week of October 24th, 2022: Demo Day

Startups selected to participate in the 500 Global Accelerator Taiwan, with TTA program will undergo eight weeks of intensive training, divided into three phases:

● Phase 1: Foundations of Growth (value propositions, growth fundamentals, metrics, key performance indices (KPI).
● Phase 2: Launch and Experimentation (best practices in growth strategy, sales and marketing, international scaling plans).
● Phase 3: Fundraising and Presentation (building and delivering a good presentation plan).

Founders will pitch to a curated audience of industry and ecosystem stakeholders at Demo Day.

To apply to the Program, please submit your application here by 1 July 2022.

About 500 Global

500 Global is a venture capital firm with $2.7B in assets under management that invests early in founders building fast-growing technology companies. We focus on markets where technology, innovation, and capital can unlock long-term value and drive economic growth. We work closely with key stakeholders and advise governments and corporations on how best to support entrepreneurial ecosystems so startups can thrive. 500 Global has backed over 5,000 founders representing more than 2,600 companies operating in 81 countries. Our portfolio includes 45 companies valued at over $1 billion and 130+ companies valued at over $100 million. Our 140+ plus team members are located in more than 20 countries and bring experience as entrepreneurs, investors, and operators from some of the world’s leading technology companies.

About TTA
Taiwan Tech Arena (TTA) is a deep tech startup ecosystem building program bringing academic/R&D talents, startups, accelerators, corporate and investors under one roof.

Located in Taipei Arena with 3,000+ m² co-working and event space specifically designed for tech innovation, Taiwan Tech Arena aims to cultivate deep technology entrepreneurship, foster commercialization of innovation and build a vibrant cross border deep tech startup ecosystem.

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