U.S. Polo Assn. Announces His Highness Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh of Jaipur, India, as New Global Brand Ambassador

West Palm Beach, FL, Feb 20, 2024 – (ACN Newswire) – U.S. Polo Assn., the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), has announced His Highness Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh(Pacho) of Jaipur, India, as its new Global Brand Ambassador.

Sawai Padmanabh Singh is a member of the Royal Family of Jaipur and is the current Maharaja of Jaipur. A professional polo player, Singh has played for and captained the Indian National Team and has participated in tournaments across Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, France, Germany, Spain, Thailand, the United Kingdom, the United States and more.

Pacho’s passion and enthusiasm for the sport of polo has helped popularize it beyond the field, and today the tournaments in Jaipur draw visitors from around the world. With the royal patronage of the Rajasthan Polo Club, Singh continues to further the cause of supporting this unique and historic sport.

“It’s an honor to be selected as Global Brand Ambassador for U.S. Polo Assn., a brand that is so popular and respected in my home country of India and so authentic to the sport of polo,” said His Highness, Padmanabh Singh, Maharaja of Jaipur. “I look forward to representing the brand with great enthusiasm at sporting and fashion events and on social media for fans and consumers around the world!”

The Role of a U.S. Polo Assn. Global Brand Ambassador

The scope of Pacho’s role as Global Brand Ambassador is broad and designed to shine the spotlight on talented polo players and the authenticity of the brand around the world. He will be outfitted in U.S. Polo Assn. apparel and performance gear both on and off the field, share his polo-related and other daily activities on social media, participate in sporting and fashion events on behalf of U.S. Polo Assn., as well as engage in media requests for interviews and campaigns.

“U.S. Polo Assn. is proud to welcome Pacho to our outstanding roster of Global Brand Ambassadors,” said J. Michael Prince, President and CEO of USPA Global, which manages the multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand. “U.S. Polo Assn. is a brand that spans 190 countries, including more than 400 brand stores in India alone, and Pacho is a perfect representative of a global polo player that encompasses what our sport-inspired brand is all about – global, vibrant, authentic, and exciting.”

U.S. Polo Assn. will also launch a Capsule Collection of elevated polo shirts, white sports pants, oxfords, and sport-inspired accessories inspired by Pacho that he will promote as a U.S. Polo Assn. Global Brand Ambassador.

His Highness Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh and the Sport of Polo

His Highness brings to U.S. Polo Assn. his spirit of sportsmanship and distinctive style that he displays both on and off the field.

Pacho is passionate about the sport of polo and has represented India in the sport across the world. He was named Captain of the Indian National Polo Team in 2022. His journey began while he was at school in the U.K., where he joined the prestigious Guards Polo Club and played at different levels in the U.K. He has won almost every major polo tournament in India and was also the youngest player to win the India Open.

He is also working towards promoting polo in Jaipur through various initiatives like high-goal tournaments, Ladies’ Polo, and Junior Polo. He has recently revived the historic Jaipur Polo Team to keep the rich legacy of his family’s contributions to the sport alive. The Jaipur Polo Team was revered as one of the greatest in the world and reigned supreme during its time, winning every major polo tournament including the World Cup in 1957 at Deauville, France.

As patron of the Rajasthan Polo Club, Pacho has instituted various training programs for young sportspersons to enable them to learn riding and polo at very nominal rates, with special programs for girls. It is also thanks to Pacho’s efforts that every polo season now includes low-goal tournaments, Ladies’ Polo, and Out of Hat series for aspiring young players to participate in, encouraging greater participation and inclusivity in a sport perceived by many as elitist. As a result, and unlike any other polo center, Jaipur sees polo fans from many different demographics rush to see and support the game. This is encouraged by His Highness through free access for all games organized at the polo club.

U.S. Polo Assn., an India Power Brand

U.S. Polo Assn.’s popularity in India has only grown with the population, making India prime to be the global brand’s fastest-growing market. The tremendous growth in popularity and ultimately market share is not without effort, which includes a strategy focused on both brick-and-mortar and e-commerce, as well as overall brand marketing through storytelling.

“We are thrilled to have His Highness, the Maharaja of Jaipur, as a Global Brand Ambassador for U.S. Polo Assn., one of the most important brands in India,” said Shailesh Chaturvedi, Managing Director and CEO of Arvind Fashions Ltd. “Pacho’s stature, popularity, sportsmanship and passion are all an excellent representation of our global, sport-inspired brand.”

“The combination of having His Highness as our Ambassador, alongside our new, iconic Legends Campaign, our exciting India website, as well as our revamped stores – it’s an incredible time for U.S. Polo Assn. consumers to be immersed in our unique brand story in India and around the world,” added Chaturvedi.

As one of India’s leading casual wear power brands, the multi-billion-dollar, global, sport-inspired U.S. Polo Assn. brand has launched an exclusive brand-specific website USPoloAssn.in to further enhance digital offerings for customers and provide easier access to its product offerings. Its brick-and-mortar growth is exploding in India as well, with 100 more stores in the coming years.

Currently, the brand’s retail footprint in India is at more than 400 brand stores, and over 2,000 shop-in-shops, across more than 200 cities in India. Globally, the U.S. Polo Assn. brand is in 190 countries and has global retail sales of more than $2.5 billion.

About U.S. Polo Assn.

U.S. Polo Assn. is the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), the governing body for the sport of polo in the United States and one of the country’s oldest sports governing bodies, founded in 1890. With a multi-billion-dollar global footprint and worldwide distribution through over 1,200 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores as well as thousands of additional points of distribution, U.S. Polo Assn. offers apparel, accessories, and footwear for men, women, and children in more than 190 countries worldwide. A recent, multi-year deal with ESPN to broadcast the premier polo championships in the world, sponsored by U.S. Polo Assn., has made the thrilling sport accessible to millions of households globally for the very first time.

U.S. Polo Assn. has consistently been named one of the top global sports licensors alongside the NFL, NBA, and MLB, according to License Global. In addition, the sport-inspired brand is being recognized around the world with awards for global growth, expansion, licensing, and digital presence. Due to its tremendous success as a global brand, particularly in the last five years, U.S. Polo Assn. has been featured in Forbes, Modern Retail, and GQ as well as on Yahoo Finance and Bloomberg, among many other noteworthy media sources around the world. For more information, visit uspoloassnglobal.com and follow @uspoloassn. 

About Arvind

Arvind Fashions Ltd., based in Bengaluru, is India’s No. 1 casual and denim player in the country’s retail industry, a lifestyle powerhouse with a strong portfolio of fashion brands catering to consumers across various sub-categories and price points. With a host of renowned brands, both international and indigenous, like U.S. Polo Assn., ARROW, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein and Flying Machine, Arvind has a presence across lifestyle brands and value fashion. Visit Arvind, USPoloAssn.in, and follow @uspoloassnindia.

Contact Information
Stacey Kovalsky
VP Global PR and Communications
skovalsky@uspagl.com
+001.561.790.8036

Shannon Stilson
VP, Sports Marketing & Media
sstilson@uspagl.com
+001.561.227.6994

Deepansh Bhargava
Vice President, Marketing, U.S. Polo Assn. India at Arvind Fashions Limited
deepansh.bhargava@arvindbrands.co.in
+91 9343897011

SOURCE: USPA Global Licensing Inc.

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HKTDC twin jewellery shows return in ‘two shows, two venues’ mode

· Twin jewellery events restore ‘two shows, two venues’ format for the first time since the pandemic.
· Themed Be Part of the Splendid Legacy, the 40th Hong Kong International Jewellery Show and 10th Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show are expected to attract over 4,000 exhibitors from more than 40 counties and regions, drawing enthusiastic responses.
· Over 60% of exhibitors from overseas, reaffirming international popularity of the shows.
· More than 30 seminars, events and parades, including analysis of jewellery market trends by FRED, an LVMH jewellery brand
· Hong Kong’s Fine Jewellery Exports rebounded 23% to HK$87.8 billion last year, 40% higher than pre-pandemic.

HONG KONG, Feb 20, 2024 – (ACN Newswire) – The 40th Hong Kong International Jewellery Show and 10th Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), will return to the two fairs, two venues format for the first time since the pandemic, presenting the world’s premier jewellery trade platform. The Diamond, Gem & Pearl show will run at AsiaWorld-Expo from 27 February to 2 March, while the Jewellery Fair will be held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from 29 February to 4 March, bringing sourcing and global trade opportunities for industry players.

Sophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC, said: “The theme of this year’s jewellery shows is Be Part of the Splendid Legacy, and the events are expected to attract over 4,000 exhibitors from more than 40 countries and regions. The overall scale of the fairs is close to pre-pandemic levels, with more than 60% of exhibitors coming from outside Hong Kong, accentuating Hong Kong’s status as an international trade and jewellery sourcing centre. The shows attract over 90 buyer missions from 65 countries and regions.”

Fine jewellery exports rebound

Hong Kong’s fine jewellery exports rebounded significantly last year, rising 23% to HK$87.8 billion (US$11.2 billion) compared to 2022, and 40% higher than pre-pandemic 2019, with strong growth in exports to Mainland China, which recorded a year-on-year increase of more than 20%, and the United States and Switzerland, which increased 16% and 82% year-on-year respectively.

Twin shows feature 36 pavilions

Supported by jewellery trade associations and organisations from all over the world, the fairs feature 36 geographic and industry pavilions from Belgium, Brazil, Mainland China, Colombia, Germany, India, Israel, Italy, Japan, Korea, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand and Türkiye while Malaysia debuts. Industry pavilions returning include the Tanzanite Foundation, Asia Pacific Creators Association and International Coloured Gems Association, while the T-GOLD+METS Pavilion (co-organised by Hong Kong Jewellery & Jade Manufacturers’ Association and Italian Exhibition Group) will debut to focus on jewellery manufacturing machinery.

Dedicated zones feature international brands, cultural and creative designs

The Hong Kong International Jewellery Show contains 18 zones, including the Hall of Extraordinary, which features 78 global exhibitors showcasing stunning diamond, gemstone, jade and pearl jewellery. These include Hong Kong exhibitor Hatta New World Company Limited (Booth: CEC GH-D06) which will showcase a jewellery set that carries about 110 carats of Brazilian Paraiba tourmaline pieces (a necklace, a ring and a pair of earrings), worth over HK$15 million. The bright-blue Paraiba is one of the rarest precious stones on Earth.

The Designer Galleria showcases collections and a number of culturally inspired creative designs this year. Japanese exhibitor Jewellery of Raden & Urushi (Booth: CEC 1CON-032) presents Mizuhiki, a brooch incorporating traditional Japanese craftsmanship. Inspired by the Japanese art of knotting, the brooch is decorated with a black pearl, diamond and green garnet with knotted lacquerware, giving its traditional design a fashionable touch. Hong Kong exhibitor Charming Jewellery Ltd (Booth: CEC 1C-A36) brought its La broderie brand, which features embroidery, a National Intangible Cultural Heritage. Hong Kong embroidery masters used silk threads to create vivid illustrations of butterflies, dragonflies and orchids, sewn together with gold accessories and jewellery pieces, crafting exquisite workmanship and elegant pieces.

The Hall of Fame will feature international brands including Giorgio Visconti from Italy, Chete from Hong Kong, Carrera Y Carrera from Spain and Lao Feng Xiang from Mainland China.

Rare diamonds in spotlight

The Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem and Pearl Show will bring together a wide range of diamonds, gemstones and pearl exhibitors in 11 zones, including three high-end product zones – Hall of Fine Diamond, Treasures of Nature and Treasures of Ocean – which will showcase top-quality white diamonds, coloured diamonds, high-end gemstones, rare pearls and other raw materials from all over the world, including Color Diamond Trading Co’s rare orange fancy colour diamond (Booth: AWE 5-G06) weighing 1.03 carats, believed to be highly sought-after by collectors and jewellery traders. Participating countries and regions include Zhuji (Zhejiang) from Mainland China, once again bringing freshwater pearls to the show, while the Vice Governor of Henan will personally lead the province’s pavilion. The Japan Pavilion will continue to bring a wide range of quality pearls to the show.

Forums, events and parades facilitate industry exchange

More than 30 seminars, exhibitor forums and parades at the twin jewellery shows will showcase the latest design trends and facilitate industry exchange. The Future of Chinese Jewellery Design and AI Empowerment, co-organised by the Jewellers’ and Goldsmiths’ Association of Hong Kong Limited, will explore the latest development of AI and jewellery design. Valentin Andres, representative of FRED, an LVMH Group jewellery brand, will analyse the market trends at the Buyer’s Forum. Three industry standard and authentication bodies – Gemmological Association of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Council for Testing and Certification and The World Jewellery Confederation – will outline details on the international Fei Cui benchmark at the Seminar on International Fei Cui Standard. At the same seminar, a senior gemmologist at the SSEF Swiss Gemmological Institute will speak on advanced gemmology and scientific analysis on gemstone testing; and a leading authority on gemstones, the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), will present solutions to industry challenges.

Digital platforms create effective trade-fair experience

This year, the HKTDC Marketplace App and official websites of the two shows will allow buyers to register before the fair, authenticate themselves through the App and download their verified eBadge for direct entry, greatly reducing queuing and waiting times, and enhancing sourcing efficiency. Buyers can also use the Scan2Match function to scan exhibitors’ unique QR codes during the physical exhibition, bookmark favourite exhibitors, browse product information and continue discussions with exhibitors online during or after the show.

Under the EXHIBITION+ hybrid mode, buyers can make purchases on-site and search for products and services on the Click2Match smart business-matching platform and hktdc.com sourcing platform. From now until 11 March, buyers and exhibitors can conduct online discussions through Click2Match.

For the convenience visitors to both fairs, free shuttle buses will take buyers to and from AsiaWorld-Expo and the city (including the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai). Please refer to the fair website for details.

Photos Download: https://bit.ly/49CYH1a

Sophia Chong (centre), Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC, Lawrence Ma (left), Chairman, HKTDC Hong Kong International Jewellery Show and Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show Fair Organising Committee, and Winston Chow (right), Chairman, HKTDC Jewellery Advisory Committee, attended today’s (20 February) press conference to introduce the twin jewellery shows

The twin jewellery shows press conference was supported by members of the HKTDC’s Hong Kong International Jewellery Show and Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show organising committees. Sophia Chong (front, centre), HKTDC’s Deputy Executive Director, together with other members of the committees, posed for a group photo with celebrities

Hong Kong Team fencer Shawn Cheung (third left) and actress Rosita Kwok (third right) led the models to present exquisite jewellery

Hong Kong Team fencer Shawn Cheung wears an embroidered brooch by Charming Jewellery Ltd. The piece’s sleek and minimalist aesthetic artfully showcases Shawn’s harmonised blend of strength and grace

Artist Rosita Kwok wears a Paraiba tourmaline jewellery set, valued at over HK$15 million, presented by Hong Kong exhibitor Hatta New World Company Limited. The vibrant blue hues of the set exude an aura of opulence and elegance

Set with highly translucent jadeite edged by diamonds and mounted in 18 karat white gold, this diamond necklace, brooch and ring set was presented by United Jewelry Company

The jadeite necklace, ring and earrings set by On Tung Company is magnificent with a graceful and luxurious green colour

Websites:
Hong Kong International Jewellery Show: https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkjewellery/en
Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show: https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkdgp/en
Selected Products: https://bit.ly/3wvmX71
Shuttle Bus Arrangement: https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkdgp/en/travel-to-fairground-awe
https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkjewellery/en/travel-to-fairground-hkcec
Activity list: https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkjewellery/tc/intelligence-hub
HKTDC Media Room: http://mediaroom.hktdc.com

Media enquiries

Please contact the HKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:
Jane Cheung, Tel: (852) 2584 4137, Email: jane.mh.cheung@hktdc.org
Clayton Lauw, Tel: (852) 2584 4472, Email: clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.org

About HKTDC

The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong’s trade. With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Follow us on Twitter @hktdc and LinkedIn

Hyris Technology Supports the Fight Against One of the World’s Deadliest Diseases, Malaria

LONDON, Feb 20, 2024 – (ACN Newswire) – Hyris, working with an international team of researchers, has developed a prototype field-deployable surveillance system to detect insecticide-resistant malaria vector mosquitoes in the field without the need for transportation to sophisticated laboratories. The prototype can diagnose a mosquito for insecticide resistance at the field site three or less hours after capture. Current approaches can take up to six months since samples must be collected in remote areas and then transported to centralized laboratories for testing.

Hyris fights malaria
Disease vector mosquito

The early and cost-effective detection of mosquito resistance to insecticides is essential for planning and implementing effective malaria control strategies. Mosquito-killing insecticides remain key weapons in preventing malaria transmission in sub-Saharan Africa and other malaria-endemic parts of the world. However, mosquitoes often develop resistance to insecticides, rendering them ineffective in disrupting the spread of the disease.

The research team is led by Professor George Dimopoulos at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and the Johns Hopkins Malaria Research Institute, and together with Professor Charles Wondji at the Centre for Research in Infectious Diseases in Yaoundé, Cameroon the team has been working since 2021 conducting laboratory R&D, and field testing in malaria-endemic areas of Cameroon. This is enabled by the distinctive features of the Hyris System™ for molecular testing that is based on a simple portable battery-powered device rather than a heavy laboratory-based benchtop machine.

The newly developed Hyris technology of pre-filled dried cartridges enables running the diagnostic assay by simply adding the mosquito sample to a well already containing all other reagents, simplifying the testing workflow. The stability of the dried reagents enables their storage at room temperature for up to six months thereby not requiring freezers which are lacking at most sample collection sites in the field.

This research project was supported by a Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation grant made to Johns Hopkins University.

“This new test is deployable right in-field,” explains Lorenzo Colombo, CTO and Managing Director at Hyris. “Our technology enables researchers to collect a mosquito sample in the field and conduct the molecular diagnostic assay right there, with real-time acquisition, from a central lab, of insecticide resistance data from the disease-endemic area.”

The team is currently exploring the path for nationwide deployment of the mosquito insecticide resistance surveillance system in Cameroon, something that would enable real-time informed decision-making on malaria mosquito control campaigns using the most effective insecticides.

Stefano Lo Priore, Founder and CEO at Hyris, further explains the advantages of this new test: “The necessity of cold chain has always been a critical roadblock for any test distribution in remote areas. This new malaria mosquito insecticide resistance test does not require any cold chain for shipping, making it one hundred percent field-deployable.” Lo Priore also highlights how such projects perfectly align with Hyris’ commitment to developing advanced biotech solutions for critical environments. “We work to provide increasingly efficient ways to manage outbreak readiness and health prevention, especially in the most challenging situations.”

For more information, feel free to contact a Hyris specialist at info@hyris.net.

Contact Information
Gabriele Salaris
Global Experience Manager
gabriele.salaris@hyris.net
+39 345 555 3379

SOURCE: Hyris Ltd

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CleverTap Report: eCommerce businesses employing real-time personalization see 7x more purchases than those who don’t

Mountain View, Calif, & Mumbai, India, Feb 20, 2024 – (ACN Newswire) – CleverTap, the all-in-one engagement platform, today released its industry data-science report ‘Navigating Personalization: A Balancing Act for eCommerce’ showcasing the importance of tailored personalization strategies across various eCommerce applications. The findings are based on a detailed analysis of 500,000 messages across 43 global eCommerce businesses.

CleverTap found that eCommerce businesses leveraging use-case based personalization strategies saw 6x more purchases than the industry average, and 7x more purchases than businesses relying on blanket, one-size-fits all personalization strategies. This, alongside the various other insights within the report will help eCommerce marketers drive organic conversions and higher app activity.

CleverTap assessed personalization via three channels – email, push notifications, and in-app messages. The report establishes the 4 levels of personalization (L1 – L4) and advocates for an optimal blend across different levels to maximize results. These four levels of personalization from least to most personalized are:

L1: Tailors recommendations and promotions based on demographic data, ensuring relevance for distinct customer segments.
L2: Delves into behavior-based segmentation, crafting messages from past customer actions.
L3: Predicts preferences and intent, tailoring content and offers accordingly.
L4: Leverages real-time data, triggering immediate, highly relevant messages based on current behaviors and events

The report discovered that businesses with higher levels of personalization tend to have better business outcomes. It categorized these businesses into three groups —

Striving: Businesses that use limited personalization with higher send frequencies.

Steady: Businesses that use a high degree of personalization but have lower send frequencies.

Stellar: Businesses that use a high degree of personalization and optimal send frequencies.

Striving businesses, on average, sent 22 messages to users every week with minimal (L1) personalization, leading to them underperforming the industry benchmark by 77%.

Steady businesses overlooked L1 personalization; underestimating the power of simple demographic personalization which limited engagement at the generic level. But by prioritizing more advanced levels of personalization (L2 and L4) they outperformed industry benchmarks by 74%.

Stellar businesses adopted the optimum blend of all four personalization levels, with an emphasis on L4, outperforming the industry benchmark by 500%. Compared to striving businesses, they achieved nearly 7x more purchases.

Stellar businesses used L1 personalization to successfully promote large-scale events that impacted the customer base at large. Simultaneously, through more granular levels of personalization, they were able to guide customers towards subsequent conversion events. These stellar businesses prioritize behavior-based and real-time messaging over activity-based communication. This approach minimizes intrusive messages following specific customer activities and, instead, focuses on nudging customers only when behaviors of intent are shown.

“When it comes to personalization, often businesses can be myopic in their decision-making – thinking personalization of any shape or form will help achieve the lofty goals they set,” said Jacob Joseph, VP – Data Science, CleverTap. “While it’s true that some personalization is better than none, over-relying on any one type of personalization will deliver subpar results compared to businesses with a more holistic approach. With a strategic mix of personalization techniques eCommerce businesses can overperform industry benchmarks by 6x; elevating their brands from striving or steady to stellar status.”

About CleverTap

CleverTap is the all-in-one engagement platform that helps brands unlock limitless customer lifetime value by helping them create personalized experiences to retain their most valuable customers. The platform empowers businesses to orchestrate experiences for individuals across their lifecycles and design personalized journeys that span a lifetime. It offers analytics that encompasses every aspect of the lifecycle, enabling businesses to measure and optimize each experience in real time. Its unique AI capability is insightful, empathetic, and prescriptive, facilitating smarter and faster decisions. The all-in-one platform unifies experiences from every touchpoint, paving the way for a new era of customer engagement.

The platform is powered by TesseractDB™ – the world’s first purpose-built database for customer engagement, offering both speed and economies of scale.

CleverTap is trusted by 2000 customers, including Electronic Arts, TiltingPoint, Gamebasics, Big Fish, MobilityWare, TED, English Premier League, TD Bank, Carousell, AirAsia, Papa John’s, and Tesco.

Backed by leading investors such as Peak XV Partners, Tiger Global, Accel, CDPQ, and 360 One, the company is headquartered in Mountain View, California, with presence in San Francisco, New York, São Paulo, Bogota, London, Amsterdam, Sofia, Dubai, Mumbai, Bangalore, Singapore, and Jakarta.

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Some of the statements in this press release may represent CleverTap’s belief in connection with future events and may be forward-looking statements, or statements of future expectations based on currently available information. CleverTap cautions that such statements are naturally subject to risks and uncertainties that could result in the actual outcome being absolutely different from the results anticipated by the statements mentioned in the press release.

Factors such as the development of general economic conditions affecting our business, future market conditions, our ability to maintain cost advantages, uncertainty with respect to earnings, corporate actions, client concentration, reduced demand, liability or damages in our service contracts, unusual catastrophic loss events, war, political instability, changes in government policies or laws, legal restrictions impacting our business, impact of pandemic, epidemic, any natural calamity and other factors that are naturally beyond our control, changes in the capital markets and other circumstances may cause the actual events or results to be materially different, from those anticipated by such statements. CleverTap does not make any representation or warranty, express or implied, as to the accuracy, completeness or updated or revised status of such statements. Therefore, in no case whatsoever will CleverTap and its affiliate companies be liable to anyone for any decision made or action taken in conjunction.

For more information:
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Director, Public Relations, CleverTap
+91 9820900036
sony@clevertap.com

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Consultant
Archetype
+91 95901 11798
ipshita.balu@archetype.co

Five tips for small business owners to help grow their business online

SINGAPORE, Feb 19, 2024 – (ACN Newswire) – Small businesses are embracing digitalization and catering to their customer needs through a variety of online channels. With new technologies emerging such as artificial intelligence, there is no time like the present to help your small business grow by taking advantage of the online world.

A GoDaddy 2023 global survey examined the status of small businesses including their ways to reach customers and survive in highly competitive markets. APAC countries surveyed, including Philippines, Singapore and Thailand, showed use of a business website, online store, ecommerce or a combination of them ranking at 57% of survey respondents. These results support having a strong online presence with multiple complementary channels can be vital for businesses to thrive and grow in today’s competitive digital environments.

With this in mind, GoDaddy shares five tips to help your small business grow with an online presence.

It starts with a domain name

When getting started, check availability of domain names for the desired name. A domain name can be considered a business’ piece of real estate and identity on the internet. It is a way for customers to easily find a business online.

Choosing and registering a domain name for your business that’s memorable is increasingly important in an expanding digital marketplace, as it helps to shape your online business identity. If the .com extension is not available, there are many new extensions available, such as: .shop; .co.; .photography; .tech, to name a few, for you to consider which can help define your business. After choosing a domain name register it with a reliable hosting provider right away.

Build a website

Websites help create visibility for small businesses and acts as a home base for your business on the internet, even if you have a brick-and-mortar store. A website can help consumers easily find your business, learn about your product offerings and services, and contact you for more information.

A well-designed professional looking website can offer an engaging customer experience with the use of text along with photo images and video. Having a website gives you control over the messaging about your business and can serve as a hub by linking with your social media channels.

Listen to your customers

The growth of your business is directly related to customer satisfaction. Listen to your customers and pay attention to the needs of your target market. Identify their problems and pain points. How can your offerings act as a solution? Is it possible to develop new products to help solve these problems? Engage for customer feedback and keep an eye on customer behaviour changes and audience interests.

Develop a business support system

By developing a strong business support system, entrepreneurs can benefit from new ideas on ways to address a particular issue or ideas for growth. In addition to close family and friends, consider mentors and business coaches who can provide relevant insights into your business.

Review your business plan

Many entrepreneurs make a business plan at the beginning of their business journey, but do not take the time to revisit it from time-to-time. So, analysing aspects of that business plan like target audience and competitors, examining cash flows and what can make the business profitable, while also checking timelines to reach business goals is all equally essential to help ensure continued growth of your business.

For more information on how GoDaddy can help your small business: Domain Names, Websites, Hosting & Online Marketing Tools – GoDaddy PH

About GoDaddy

GoDaddy helps millions of entrepreneurs globally start, grow, and scale their businesses. People come to GoDaddy to name their idea, build a professional website, attract customers, sell their products and services, and accept payments online. GoDaddy’s easy-to-use tools help microbusiness owners manage everything in one place and its expert guides are available to provide assistance 24/7. To learn more about the company, visit www.godaddy.com .

General Atomics Expands International Collaborations and Partnerships With Japan in Critical and Emerging Technologies

SAN DIEGO, CA, Feb 20, 2024 – (ACN Newswire) – General Atomics, a defense and diversified technologies company with affiliates operating on five continents, is expanding its collaborations and partnerships across Japan with new investments in the nuclear energy and rare earth elements sectors.

Numerous teaming arrangements are in the late stages of discussion and are set to be announced in early 2024. These partnerships will complement the company’s existing relationships as a long-term partner collaborating with Japanese industry and government agencies.

“General Atomics is committed to collaborating with its Japanese partners to advance the development of cutting-edge technologies in the maritime security, nuclear energy, and rare earth elements sectors,” said Dr. Vivek Lall, chief executive at General Atomics Global Corporation. “Building on a legacy of successful collaborations, we have held a series of strategic engagements with government officials, industry leaders, and research institutions in Japan. These engagements have laid the foundation for future partnerships aimed at advancing the development of critical and emerging technologies.”

In 2023, Japan’s Kyoto Fusioneering announced an agreement with GA to supply two advanced gyrotrons to the U.S. Department of Energy’s DIII-D National Fusion Facility in San Diego, California.

Currently, the Japan Coast Guard (JCG) and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) are testing and deploying the MQ-9B SeaGuardian® Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) built by General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI). SeaGuardian is a long-endurance maritime surveillance aircraft that can be used for a variety of missions, including search and rescue, disaster response, and maritime law enforcement.

GA-ASI’s MQ-9B aircraft is revolutionizing the global RPA systems market by providing true all-weather capability and full compliance with STANAG-4671 (NATO UAS airworthiness standard). This feature, along with GA-ASI’s operationally proven collision avoidance radar, enables flexible operations in civil airspace.

About GA-ASI

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a leading designer and manufacturer of proven, reliable RPA systems, radars, and electro-optic and related mission systems, including the Predator® RPA series and the Lynx® Multi-mode Radar. With more than eight million flight hours, GA-ASI provides long-endurance, mission-capable aircraft with integrated sensor and data link systems required to deliver persistent situational awareness. The company also produces a variety of sensor control/image analysis software, offers pilot training and support services, and develops meta-material antennas.

For more information, visit www.ga-asi.com.

Avenger, Lynx, Predator, SeaGuardian, and SkyGuardian are registered trademarks of General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.

Contact Information
GA-ASI Media Relations
asi-mediarelations@ga-asi.com
+1 (858) 524-8101

SOURCE: General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.

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Headway NOVA: New Investing in Real Estate

DUBAI, Feb 19, 2024 – (ACN Newswire) – In Q4 2023, Headway NOVA entered the market – a new service for investing in tokenized properties. On the NOVA app, users can profit from real estate with the help of digital shares, i.e., tokens. Investments are secured by blockchain and accessible to everyone from $50.

Secured investing

Headway NOVA is an investment service developed by Headway, a licensed financial company offering a range of financial products to clients around the world.

Affordability comes from technology

NOVA aims to revolutionize investing in real estate. NOVA team takes a high-end property with options available in Dubai, UAE. Following that the property is tokenized, i.e., the company creates digital shares of this property.

Headway NOVA offers property tokens to investors starting from $50. It is the lowest investment sum the real estate market can offer today.

With NOVA, investors own the right to receive profits from a property’s long-term appreciation and rent. Users get regular dividends for their investments right in the app.

Easy, transparent, and profitable

NOVA service integrates the best of TradFi (traditional finance) and DeFi (decentralized finance) into one app:

It is easy. The user purchases a token in the app. The investment generates profits, while responsibility for property maintenance is on the NOVA team.
It is transparent. NOVA implements blockchain technology to achieve the maximum fairness and transparency. Every investor can find full information on the Ethereum Explorer. All operations are transparent and decentralized.
It is profitable. Though NOVA tokens are digital, they depend on the live market price of the physical property. With NOVA tokens, investors profit from market appreciation as well as regular rental dividends. It scales up user’s profits massively.

Innovate your way to real estate

Try out investing in real estate with Headway NOVA! Learn more about the service in the video and on the official website: https://hwnova.site.

Follow the project on Facebook and Telegram.

About NOVA

Headway NOVA is a service for affordable investments in tokenized real estate accessible to all starting from $50. Install the app on the App Store and Google Play.

Contacts:
Ivan Moroz, PR Manager
i.moroz@hw.site
care@hw.site

SOURCE: Headway NOVA

Triumph by foundit Unveils Opportunities for Diversity Hiring in Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA, Feb 19, 2024 – (ACN Newswire) – foundit (formerly Monster APAC & ME), a leading talent platform, today announced the launch of Triumph 2024, groundbreaking virtual career fair for Diversity set to take place in Malaysia. This unique event is designed to foster diversity by bringing together a wide array of talents and opportunities in a virtual space. Building on the success of its previous editions in India, the event aims to promote and enable diversity in recruitment, hosting hundreds of job opportunities for women, , and Persons with Disalities (PwD). This three-day virtual career fair will connect job seekers with leading organisations across several functions and industries. The event is scheduled to happen from March 5 to 7 this year, and it is targeted at curating a large pool that serves as a platform for employers to network with diverse talent.

Triumph 2024 is a multi-faceted event that aims to empower job seekers by focusing on hiring talent for high-demand job functions in the IT, Banking & Financial Services, Finance & Accounting, Customer Service, Tech, Sales, and HR & Admin sectors. It will build a diverse workforce by bringing together diverse communities, opening doors to unique career paths, breaking barriers, and contributing to creating inclusive workplaces through captivating speaker sessions, webinars, , pre-placement talks, and enlightening knowledge sessions. The three-day event has specific themes for both job seekers and organisations. The various themes include women in leadership, diversity from an organisation’s lens, hearing it from the industry experts/ towards inclusion at the workplace and building networks. Furthermore, distinguished guest speakers will also be sharing their insights and expertise across segments.

Sekhar Garisa, CEO of foundit, expressed his pride in launching Triumph SEA, stating, “Leading the introduction of Triumph 2024 into the SEA market, I’m thrilled to share our firm commitment to reshaping the employment landscape. Diversity is at the core of innovation, and at foundit, we are dedicated to creating a fair and inclusive professional environment. Triumph 2024, our three-day career fair, embodies this commitment by providing tailored opportunities for women and candidates with disabilities. It goes beyond connecting job seekers with forward-thinking employers; it’s about forging pathways to fulfilling careers and fostering genuinely inclusive workplaces. With strong support from our partners and communities, we’re set to make a positive impact and bridge employment gaps.”

Building a diverse workforce is a significant part of any organisation today. Following the rebranding from Monster to foundit, the company’s key focus, has been on building a broader talent base across multiple geographies. Given foundit’s unparalleled reach in SEA, foundit aspires to attract over 50K35K+ registrations and foster engagement with around 2.4 million+ existing women profiles. The highlight of conducting Triumph in Malaysia is to ensure more women participate and be a part of the workforce. In Malaysia, many factors influence women’s access to employment and economic opportunities, ranging from social standards to underlying economic conditions. To increase the employment rate of women, the Malaysian government has already started giving subsidies and incentives to support a more equitable and inclusive world of work for women. The government has also made necessary amendments to the country’s employment act, which ensures equity in the workforce.

In the dynamic job market of 2023, there has been a noteworthy 48% surge in job opportunities for women as compared to the preceding year, 2022. This rise in job opportunities not only underscores a commitment to diversity and equality but also signals a growing awareness among employers about the value of building teams with a rich mix of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. The 48% increase reflects a proactive effort by organisations to tap into a broader talent pool, ensuring that opportunities are accessible to individuals from various demographic and cultural backgrounds.

The last edition of Triumph in India in 2023 garnered immense success, with nearly 1.5 Lakh professionals registering for the D & I virtual career fair, out of which over 90% of candidates applied to multiple job opportunities, and overall, Triumph 3.0 witnessed a remarkable 725% surge in job applications.

Registrations for Triumph SEA are now open, and interested candidates can register for free at link.

About foundit – APAC & Middle East

foundit, formerly Monster (APAC & ME), is a leading talent platform offering comprehensive employment solutions to recruiters and job seekers across APAC & ME. Since its inception, the company has assisted over 90 million registered users to find jobs, upskill, and connect with the right opportunities across 18 countries. Over the last two decades, the company has been a catalyst in the world of recruitment solutions with advanced technology, seeking to efficiently bridge the talent gap across industry verticals, experience levels, and geographies. Today, foundit is committed to enabling and connecting the right talent with the right opportunities by harnessing the power of deep tech to sharpen hyper-personalised job searches, and precision hiring. foundit strongly believes that a job title doesn’t define one’s potential and leverages technology to dig deeper to curate opportunities central to the needs and aspirations of each user.

Contact:
Namrata Sharma
Namrata.sharma@adfactorspr.com
+6581383034

TransNusa Rebrands as Premium Service Carrier Globally

JAKARTA, Feb 19, 2024 – (ACN Newswire) – TransNusa Airline, a subsidiary of Linkasia Airlines Group and PT Panca Global International Indonesia, has rebranded itself as a Premium Service Carrier globally.

TranNusa was established in 2005 and stopped operation in 2020 due to the global pandemic. TransNusa was then sold and saw the injection of new shareholders and a new management team in 2022. The new shareholders include PT Panca Global International Indonesia (51%) and Sinagpore-based Linkasia Airlines Group Ltd (49%).

The new management team in TransNusa developed a unique business model that allowed the airline to rebrand itself as a Premium Service Carrier.

TransNusa Group Chief Executive Officer, Datuk Bernard Francis, who was instrumental to developing the airline’s customised business plan and growth path, said that TransNusa has become the fastest growing airline in South East Asia due to the business plan that was developed and implemented swiftly post Covid-19.

“Post Covid-19, we initiated an intensive market research. Based on the data obtained, we knew that traveller’s behavioural pattern had changed, specifically due to the pandemic. Our next step was to develop a customised business model for the targeted passengers. We implemented the business model on April 14th, with the launch of our first maiden international flight,” said Datuk Bernard, adding that the airline has flown over 1 million passengers from October 2022 to December 2023.

“We want to offer our domestic and international passengers’ greater comfort and flexibility, hence the decision to rebrand ourselves globally,” Datuk Bernard said, adding that TransNusa is also the fastest growing airline to expand operation to include international routes.”

In April last year, in line with the new business model expansion plan, TransNusa expanded its reach from domestic to international with the launch of its Jakarta – Kuala Lumpur route. Subsequently in the same year, in a short span of eight months, the airline also launched 3 new routes, which were Jakarta-Singapore, Jakarta-Guangzhou and Jakarta-Johor.

The new player with new rules, today announced that it has rebranded itself as a Premium Service Carrier in the domestic as well as international markets.

An aviation industry expert, who specializes in airline turnaround and revenue management, Datuk Bernard, said that TransNusa has increased its flight frequencies to seven times a week to Singapore, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China and Johor Baru, Malaysia.

TransNusa has also increased its flight frequencies to 21 times weekly to Kuala Lumpur, 14 times weekly to Yogyakarta and 35 times weekly to Bali.

“Last year, we expanded our operations to include international routes and even became the second Indonesian airline to fly into China. We also managed to obtain all necessary approvals in a short timeframe from world-class Changi airport, reflecting the strong commitment we have towards safety, security, maintenance and aircraft performance measures,” Datuk Bernard said, adding that TransNusa also became the first airline outside of China to commission and utilise the Comac ARJ21-700.

On the airline’s future expansion, Datuk Bernard said “We have plans to further expand our international routes and we want to assist more passengers travel with ease to their destinations,” adding that he expects TransNusa to experience a significant growth in 2024.

On the domestic front, Datuk Bernard explained that as part of its domestic growth plans, TransNusa intends to establish another domestic hub.

“For the first two quarters, we hope to expand our domestic routes as well as establish another domestic hub,” Datuk Bernard added, explaining that TransNusa will be providing its domestic market with premium services that will set it apart from Low-Cost Carriers.

“Since the take-over, TransNusa has been aggressively implementing plans that sets the airline apart from other Low-Cost Carriers through the comfort and flexibility offered as a Premium Service Carrier,” Datuk Bernard said, stressing that TransNusa’s current services exceeded that of a low-cost airline.

“For our domestic and international flights, we not only provide premium services with competitive ticket prices in comparison to other low-cost airlines, but we have attractive new product bundles called SEAT, SEAT-PLUS and FLEXI-PRO.

“Our passengers will enjoy check-in baggage of between 15kgs to 30 kgs, depending on the product purchased,” Datuk Bernard said, explaining that the baggage offering was over and above the 7kgs limit offered as a passenger’s hand carry.

“For the highest package, FLEXI-PRO, we provide more complete services such as free baggage 30kgs, free to choose seats, free food, and drinks, priority at check-in and boarding, no less interesting is passengers’ ability to be able to change the flight schedule without restrictions and obtain refund when needed.”

TransNusa, which aims to ensure their passengers travel with ease and comfort, has also configured their A320s with a 168-174 seat configuration, which allows for passengers to enjoy 30-31 inches of legroom, comparable to the experience passengers would get in a full-service airline.

“We are committed to providing affordable and competitive ticket prices, while still providing premium services to our customers.” concluded Datuk Bernard.

“We have also ensured that all our flights will be departing and arriving at only major international airports. This allows our passengers to enjoy the world-class services offered at the international terminals,” said Datuk Bernard, elaborating that TransNusa aims to offer their passengers a great experience on and off their flights.

About TransNusa

TransNusa Airline, which became a subsidiary of PT Panca Global International Indonesia (51%) and Linkasia Airlines Group Ltd (49%) in November 2021, is a Premium Service Carrier. After the take-over, in February 2024, the airline rebranded itself from being a Low-Cost Carrier to a Premium Service Carrier in line with its upgraded aircrafts that offers better comfort as well as based on the flexibility and quality of the services offered. TransNusa, which received its AOC certification on 9th September 2022, launch its first three A320 operations on 6th October, 14th October and 12th December, 2022. The airline, which became the first outside of China to utilise Comac, received its first ARJ21 on 22nd December, 2022. In 2023, TransNusa introduced a new business model making it the first Premium Service Carrier in the Asia Pacific region. TransNusa introduced its first international flight on 14th April, 2023. The airline is currently based in Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. The airline currently flies to Yogyakarta and Bali. On the international front, TransNusa flies to Singapore, Guangzhou, Kuala Lumpur and Johor. The airline became the second Indonesian airline to fly to China and the first Indonesian airline to launch a Premium Service Carrier business model. Passengers can book their flights on the TransNusa website ( www.transnusa.co.id ), through authorized travel agents in Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia, or by contacting the airline’s customer service centre at, +62216310888. For the Singaporean market, passengers can contact TransNusa’s General Sales Agent, Chariot Travels Pte Ltd, at +65 86602719 while for the Malaysian market, passengers can contact MKM Ticketing Travel & Tours Sdn Bhd at +60378312581.

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Triumph by foundit Unveils Opportunities for Diverse and Inclusive Hiring in the Philippines

Manila, Philippines, Feb 19, 2024 – (ACN Newswire) – foundit (formerly Monster APAC & ME), a leading talent platform, today announced the launch of Triumph 2024, a diversity and inclusion virtual career fair to be held in the Philippines. Building on the success of its previous editions in India, the event aims to promote and enable diversity in recruitment, hosting hundreds of job opportunities for women, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and Persons with Disabilities (PwD). This three-day virtual career fair will connect job seekers with leading organizations across several functions and industries. The event is scheduled to happen from March 5 to 7 this year, and it is targeted at curating a large D&I pool that serves as a platform for employers to network with diverse talent.

Triumph 2024 is a multi-faceted event that aims to empower job seekers by focusing on hiring talent for high-demand job functions in the IT, Banking & Financial Services, Finance & Accounting, Customer Service, Tech, Sales, and HR & Admin sectors. It will bring together diverse communities, opening doors to unique career paths, breaking barriers, and contributing to creating inclusive workplaces through captivating speaker sessions, webinars, pre-placement talks, and enlightening knowledge sessions. The three-day event has specific themes for both job seekers and organizations. The various themes include women in leadership, diversity from an organization’s lens, and hearing it from the industry experts towards inclusion at the workplace and building networks. Furthermore, distinguished guest speakers will also be sharing their insights and expertise across segments.

Building a diverse workforce is a significant part of any organization today. Following the rebranding from Monster to foundit, the company’s key focus has been on building a broader talent base across multiple geographies. Given foundit’s unparalleled reach in SEA, foundit aspires to attract over 50K registrations and foster engagement with around 2.4 million+ existing women profiles.The event, with its customized possibilities, resources, and assistance, will open the door to a more egalitarian and diverse society. It goes beyond a virtual employment fair with the goal of giving job seekers a life-changing experience by bringing attention to the abilities that can lead to fulfilling career opportunities. Additionally, the event will raise awareness and promote a diverse and inclusive work environment at the hiring firms. In the dynamic job market of 2023, there has been a noteworthy 29% surge in job opportunities for D&I workforce as compared to the preceding year, 2022. This rise in job opportunities not only underscores a commitment to diversity and equality but also signals a growing awareness among employers about the value of building teams with a rich mix of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. The 29% increase reflects a proactive effort by organizations to tap into a broader talent pool, ensuring that opportunities are accessible to individuals from various demographic and cultural backgrounds.

Registrations for Triumph SEA are now open, and interested candidates can register for free at link.

About foundit – APAC & Middle East

Contact:
Namrata Sharma
Namrata.sharma@adfactorspr.com
+6581383034