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ROSEN, A GLOBAL AND LEADING LAW FIRM, Encourages Celsius Holdings, Inc. Investors with Losses to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action – CELH

NEW YORK, April 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —

WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of Celsius Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: CELH) between August 12, 2021 and March 1, 2022, inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important May 16, 2022 lead plaintiff deadline.

SO WHAT: If you purchased Celsius securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.

WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Celsius class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit–form/?case_id=4162 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll–free at 866–767–3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than May 16, 2022. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.

WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources, or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.

DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, defendants throughout the Class Period made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Celsius had improperly recorded expenses for non–cash share–based compensation for second and third quarters of 2021; (2) as a result, Celsius's financial statements for those periods would be restated, including to report a net loss for the third quarter of 2021; (3) there was a material weakness in Celsius's internal controls over financial reporting; and (4) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' positive statements about Celsius's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.

To join the Celsius class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit–form/?case_id=4162 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll–free at 866–767–3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action.

No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor's ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.

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Contact Information:

Laurence Rosen, Esq.
Phillip Kim, Esq.
The Rosen Law Firm, P.A.
275 Madison Avenue, 40th Floor
New York, NY 10016
Tel: (212) 686–1060
Toll Free: (866) 767–3653
Fax: (212) 202–3827
lrosen@rosenlegal.com
pkim@rosenlegal.com
cases@rosenlegal.com
www.rosenlegal.com


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[INVNT GROUP]® Expands Global BrandStory Project® Launches INVNT.ATOM™ – Web3 Focused Digital Innovation Division

New York, NY, April 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — [INVNT GROUP] THE GLOBAL BRANDSTORY PROJECT, is expanding its global presence and capabilities, launching a Web3–focused digital innovation division, INVNT.ATOM to support brands and organizations navigate, activate and create new storytelling opportunities at the digital frontier. The Singapore–based team of strategists, creators, and community–builders specialize in digital–first campaigns, emergent technologies, and engaging brand experiences calibrated for the new era of Web3.

"Our commitment to brand storytelling and innovation is boundless. Strategy, design and technology continues to drive our Global BrandStory Project. We established INVNT.ATOM to support our clients as they explore and leverage the exciting digital revolution of Web3; ensuring they remain relevant and engage with their most important audiences as new storytelling opportunities emerge. We're thrilled to welcome Elvin Tan, who joins our team to continue the group's expansion into APAC, reporting to Laura Roberts, Managing Director of [INVNT GROUP] APAC," said Scott Cullather, President and CEO, [INVNT GROUP].

Elvin Tan has been appointed Managing Director of INVNT.ATOM. Tan joins [INVNT GROUP] with 20 years of Asia Pacific executive management experience ranging from early–stage startups to big tech; holding positions at Google, YouTube, and most recently Huawei. Tan was also an advisor for Goopal, a Fintech company powering innovative blockchain projects through investment and incubation.

Laura Roberts adds, "We're excited to welcome Elvin who will lead INVNT.ATOM and our world class Web3–focused team across creative, strategy, project management, accounts, and design to our growing [INVNT GROUP] family. I began my journey in this business as the first INVNT team member back in 2008. In those days we were known solely as INVNT, which grew into the global live brand storytelling agency. Since then, we have evolved into the Global BrandStory Project, adding Folk Hero, our brand strategy practice, Meaning, our performance and culture consultancy, HEV', our digital content studio, INVNT Higher Ed supporting colleges and universities around the world, and now INVNT.ATOM, our Web3–focused digital innovation division, leading our clients into the future of brand engagement and global community."

INVNT.ATOM already counts on a diverse roster of clients and strategic partners launching digital assets and exclusive experiences including:

  • BZAR – Future of Community: [INVNT GROUP]'s patent pending, decentralized, content led metaverse; established as a marketplace for IRL and digital transactions, NFTs, entertainment, social and gaming experiences.

  • Lamborghini: The world's first 1:1 NFT supercar auction attached to the last physical Lamborghini Aventador Ultimae Coup, in collaboration with Steve Aoki, Krista Kim, and RM Sotheby's. For an exclusive preview of the NFT visit marketplace.bzar.com.

  • BlockTrust: The trusted authority in the NFT marketplace, securely and privately digitizing physical assets, while helping creators and brands own their audience data and revenue.

  • Circles.Life: Australia's groundbreaking first–ever 3D out–of–home digital experience merging technology and data, turning influencers and consumers into avatars.

  • DayAway: Positioned to become the #1 online destination for booking one–of–a–kind luxury hotel experiences.

"I am joining [INVNT GROUP] at a critical time in the strategic evolution of the Global BrandStory Project. With a focus on being the best brand storytelling agency in the world, the launch of INVNT.ATOM couldn't come at a better time. We live in a rapidly changing and ever–evolving world. More than ever, brands and organizations need to connect with their consumers and audiences, in meaningful, authentic, and engaging ways. That's what we are here to do at INVNT.ATOM, and I am proud to lead this team into the next great era of brand storytelling, leveraging all things Web3," said Elvin Tan, Managing Director INVNT.ATOM.

For more information on INVNT.ATOM visit: www.INVNTATOM.com

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ROSEN, GLOBAL INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages Lilium N.V. f/k/a Qell Acquisition Corp. Investors with Losses to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action First Filed by the Firm – LILM, LILMW, QELL, QELLU, QELLW

NEW YORK, April 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —

WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces the filing of a class action lawsuit on behalf of purchasers of the securities of Lilium N.V. f/k/a Qell Acquisition Corp. (NASDAQ: LILM, LILMW, QELL, QELLU, QELLW) between March 30, 2021 and March 14, 2022, inclusive (the "Class Period"). A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than June 17, 2022.

SO WHAT: If you purchased Lilium securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.

WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Lilium class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit–form/?case_id=4894 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll–free at 866–767–3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than June 17, 2022. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.

WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources or any meaningful peer recognition. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.

DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, defendants throughout the Class Period made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Lilium materially overstates the Lilium Jet's design and capabilities; (2) Lilium materially overstates the likelihood for the Lilium Jet's timely certification; (3) Lilium misrepresents its ability to obtain or create the necessary batteries for the Lilium Jet; (4) the SPAC–merger would not and did not generate enough cash to commercially launch the Lilium Jet; (5) Qell Acquisition Corp. did not engage in proper due diligence regarding the Merger; and (6) as a result, defendants' public statements were materially false and/or misleading at all relevant times. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.

To join the Lilium class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit–form/?case_id=4894 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll–free at 866–767–3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action.

No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor's ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.

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Contact Information:

Laurence Rosen, Esq.
Phillip Kim, Esq.
The Rosen Law Firm, P.A.
275 Madison Avenue, 40th Floor
New York, NY 10016
Tel: (212) 686–1060
Toll Free: (866) 767–3653
Fax: (212) 202–3827
lrosen@rosenlegal.com
pkim@rosenlegal.com
cases@rosenlegal.com
www.rosenlegal.com


GLOBENEWSWIRE (Distribution ID 8525084)

Bombardier Begins New Era in Wichita

  • Bombardier designates Wichita site as its new U.S. Headquarters
  • Bombardier Defense launched as evolution of Specialized Aircraft division
  • Additional firm orders confirmed for Global 6000 jets as part of the United States Air Force (USAF) Battlefield Airborne Communications Node (BACN) program
  • U.S. Headquarters in Wichita includes growing service centre and expert flight test centre
  • Bombardier is engaged in active recruitment with a strong commitment to further job creation and diversification in Wichita

WICHITA, Kan., April 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bombardier announced today that its Wichita facility is designated as its new U.S. Headquarters, underscoring the site's growth and multi–disciplinary expertise. The company said the decision to locate its U.S. Headquarters in Wichita was a logical choice given the site's deep–rooted history in aviation, the tremendous opportunities for growth in the maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) and defense sectors, and its strong and talented workforce. The new U.S. Headquarters is a key pillar in Bombardier's long–term strategy for its presence and growth in the U.S.

Bombardier's footprint in Wichita includes an expanding service centre that supports Bombardier's entire family of Learjet, Challenger and Global business jets. The site also continues to operate one of the world's leading flight test centres that performs testing and certification of aircraft upgrades on all new Bombardier aircraft programs, including the ongoing certification campaign for the Challenger 3500 jet.

Wichita is also home to the newly renamed Bombardier Defense, reflecting the company's strategic expansion of its existing Specialized Aircraft division. The expanding defense market is a key area of growth for the company. With the reinvented Bombardier Defense, led by Steve Patrick "" Vice President Bombardier Defense, the company will leverage Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) design, manufacturing and certification expertise to provide agile, innovative solutions hosted on Bombardier's class leading aircraft platforms. This centre of excellence for defense applications, technology and innovation fully leverages the Wichita workforce and local industry.

Bombardier Defense today also confirmed additional firm orders for modified versions of its Global 6000 aircraft, as part of a potential $465 million USD order from the United States Air Force (USAF) in support of the Battlefield Airborne Communications Node (BACN) program. Last year, Bombardier was awarded the sole–source engineering and modification Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (ID/IQ) contract from the USAF to modify up to six Global 6000 business jets to become E11–A BACN platforms. Bombardier Defense will continue to leverage Wichita's highly reputed expertise to provide in–service support and upgrades to the USAF's expanding BACN fleet, underscoring Bombardier's status as a key U.S. aerospace employer.

"Wichita was the obvious choice as the home of Bombardier's new U.S. Headquarters and Bombardier Defense," said ric Martel, President and CEO, Bombardier. "For more than 60 years, the established skills and expertise from the Air Capital of the World is second to none, and this latest confirmation from the United States Air Force is a testament to the confidence they have in our aircraft and importantly, in the strength of our people in Wichita."

With the announcement of Wichita as the company's U.S. Headquarters, Bombardier also announced today that Tonya Sudduth, former Vice President of Operations, Wichita site, has accepted the newly created role of Head of U.S. Strategy. Based in Wichita, Tonya Sudduth will lead Bombardier's U.S. strategy, leveraging her extensive knowledge and rich aerospace experience to build strong relationships with key stakeholders in the community, government and industry to further strengthen and grow Bombardier's presence across all its sites in the U.S.

Bombardier continues to grow its footprint in the U.S. and in Wichita. The company has harnessed the high–level know–how of the teams in Wichita and doubled the size of its service center workforce to meet existing and anticipated demand. From three hangars just four years ago, Bombardier's Wichita service centre has expanded to include seven hangars today, offering Learjet, Challenger and Global aircraft operators exceptional original equipment manufacturer (OEM) value and customer experience. Bombardier Defense also benefits from dedicated hangars to meet growing demand.

Between Bombardier's service centre, flight test center and Bombardier Defense, the company is actively recruiting to immediately fill more than 180 jobs in Wichita and close to 500 jobs across the U.S. To that end, Bombardier's U.S Headquarters will host an open house on April 23, 2022 for employees and invited guests to showcase the site's expansive facilities and for job applicants to meet with recruiters.

About Bombardier

Bombardier is a global leader in aviation, focused on designing, manufacturing and servicing the world's most exceptional business jets. Bombardier's Challenger and Global aircraft families are renowned for their cutting–edge innovation, cabin design, performance and reliability. Bombardier has a worldwide fleet of approximately 5,000 aircraft in service with a wide variety of multinational corporations, charter and fractional ownership providers, governments and private individuals. Bombardier aircraft are also trusted around the world in special–mission roles.

Headquartered in Montral, Qubec, Bombardier operates aerostructure, assembly and completion facilities in Canada, the United States and Mexico. The company's robust customer support network includes facilities in strategic locations in the United States and Canada, as well as in the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Switzerland, Italy, Austria, the UAE, Singapore, China and an Australian facility opening in 2022.

For corporate news and information, including Bombardier's Environmental, Social and Governance report, visit bombardier.com. Learn more about Bombardier's industry–leading products and customer service network at businessaircraft.bombardier.com. Follow us on Twitter @Bombardier.

Bombardier, Challenger, Challenger 3500, Learjet, Global, and Global 6000 are registered or unregistered trademarks of Bombardier Inc. or its subsidiaries.

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GLOBENEWSWIRE (Distribution ID 8525008)

ROSEN, GLOBAL INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages Vertiv Holdings Co Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action – VRT

NEW YORK, April 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of Vertiv Holdings Co (NYSE: VRT) between April 28, 2021 and February 23, 2022, inclusive (the "Class Period") of the important May 23, 2022 lead plaintiff deadline.

SO WHAT: If you purchased Vertiv securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.

WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Vertiv class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit–form/?case_id=4841 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll–free at 866–767–3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than May 23, 2022. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.

WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.

DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, defendants throughout the Class Period made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Vertiv could not adequately respond to supply chain issues and inflation by increasing its prices; (2) as a result of the increasing costs, Vertiv's earnings would be adversely impacted; and (3) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' positive statements about Vertiv's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.

To join the Vertiv class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit–form/?case_id=4841 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll–free at 866–767–3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action.

No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor's ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.

Follow us for updates on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the–rosen–law–firm, on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rosen_firm or on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rosenlawfirm/.

Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

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Contact Information:

Laurence Rosen, Esq.
Phillip Kim, Esq.
The Rosen Law Firm, P.A.
275 Madison Avenue, 40th Floor
New York, NY 10016
Tel: (212) 686–1060
Toll Free: (866) 767–3653
Fax: (212) 202–3827
lrosen@rosenlegal.com
pkim@rosenlegal.com
cases@rosenlegal.com
www.rosenlegal.com


GLOBENEWSWIRE (Distribution ID 8524892)

Interest in Business Schools Survives Cost Perception and “Great Resignation”

RESTON, Va., April 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC), a global association of leading graduate business schools, today released its GMAC Prospective Students Survey "" 2022 Summary Report, which explores how candidate preferences have shifted during the COVID–19 pandemic. The report was based on survey responses from more than 6,500 individuals worldwide who expressed interest in graduate business education in 2021. While cost remains a primary concern in today's dynamic economy with brisk job market and rising inflation, candidates from around the globe continue to perceive graduate management education as a tried–and–true pathway to advance professionally and position themselves to achieve their goals, consistent with pre–pandemic levels. Globally, 4 out of 5 candidates stated that a graduate business degree allows them to stand out at work. Similarly, the full–time MBA program continues to be the most popular program option, with 1 out of 4 of all candidates preferring the two–year full–time format and another 1 in 5 preferring the one–year full time format.

"While the pandemic has altered aspects of the graduate management education landscape, the fundamental perceptions of the value of graduate management education generally and the MBA specifically continue to stay strong," said Sangeet Chowfla, president and CEO of GMAC. "While there continue to be evolutions in candidates' preferred study destinations, delivery formats, career paths and perceptions of admissions testing policies, if there were ever any concerns that the pandemic and its effects would diminish business school aspirants' perceptions of the value of a degree, the latest GMAC findings of the Prospective Students Survey should help put them to rest."

Other Key Findings

More candidates prefer to study closer to home while the U.S. and Europe intensify their competition for international candidates

More candidates from traditionally mobile markets are opting to study closer to home than they did before the pandemic. For example, among Central and South Asian candidates, the percentage who prefer to study internationally declined from 89 to 73 percent between 2019 and 2021. Among East and Southeast Asian candidates, preference to study internationally also declined from 92 to 87 percent between 2020 and 2021, a possible indication that studying abroad was limited due to the pandemic–fueled travel restrictions.

Among international candidates""candidates whose preferred study destination differs from their country of citizenship""virtually the same proportion said in 2021 that the United States and Western Europe is their preferred destination (39%, respectively). Among international MBA candidates specifically, the U.S. is the preferred destination of half (50%), expanding its lead over second place Western Europe (28%) between 2019 and 2021. In the meantime, Western Europe remains the preferred destination of more than half of international business master's candidates.

Belief in the value of fully online education remains low while acceptance of hybrid formats increases

Candidates see higher value in the in–person business school experience compared with online as the share of surveyed candidates who prefer fully online programs stays flat. Among global prospective students surveyed in 2021, most disagree that online degree programs offer the same value as on–campus programs (73%). Nearly 4 in 5 disagree that the networking opportunities are equivalent, and 2 in 3 disagree that the career opportunities are the same. However, these negative views softened slightly between 2020 and 2021.

At the same time, preference for hybrid models has gone up significantly across candidate types, especially those who prefer Executive, Part–time, and Flexible MBA programs (44%, from 30% in 2019), but also those who want to study full–time to earn a business master's (20%, from 13% in 2019) or MBA (13%, from 7% in 2019). Globally, 20 percent of candidates surveyed in 2021 prefer hybrid program delivery, up from 14 percent pre–pandemic. U.S. underrepresented minority candidates (28%) also express interest in hybrid programs, up significantly from the pre–pandemic level.

Consulting continues to top prospective student interests, but tech is still on the rise

Among candidates in the United States, where "the Great Resignation" has shaken up the job market, 42 percent identify themselves as "career switchers" " whose goal is to either change industries or job functions by pursuing a business degree " significantly higher than global levels at 32 percent. As it was pre–pandemic, consulting continues to be the top industry and job function both men and women candidates aspire to. But there is growing interest in the technology industry, especially among the career switchers (50%) and non–business undergraduate majors (49%). Furthermore, between 2019 and 2021, interest in tech also increased with women (29% to 34%).

"As people perceive work differently after the pandemic, many become more open–minded to the variety of possible career paths they could pursue. It is encouraging to see that more women are pursuing a business degree as a way to build careers in the tech industry," said Joy Jones, chief product officer and general manager of assessments at GMAC. "Graduate business education continues to be in high demand because it opens the door to a wide array of industries and job functions, including areas that are less thought about or not previously considered by traditional candidates seeking to enter business schools."

Test optional and waiver policies led to unintended consequences

Globally, most candidates agree that admissions exams improve the fairness and transparency of business school admissions. Most also agree that exams improve schools' reliability in evaluating applicants and demonstrate the importance they place on the quality of the students they admit. A clear trend in survey responses is that international candidates view admissions testing especially favorably. About half say a school's use of admissions exams is an indicator of the quality of the program and is an important criterion for considering applying to that school, and twice as many international candidates agree than disagree that admissions exams are an effective way to determine which students to admit. Additionally, about 2 in 5 prospective students agree that the criteria for test waivers are complex and do not apply to a large proportion of applicants, and about 1 in 3 say waivers disproportionately benefit candidates who are less prepared for a graduate business degree program.

"The data shows that prospective applicants have mixed feelings about test waiver and optional policies because of their complexity and perceptions of reduced transparency and fairness. This trend of perception is particularly acute amongst international students," said Maite Salazar, chief marketing officer at GMAC. "The unintended consequences of test optional and waiver policies might be that they may adversely affect the perception of the commitment to student quality of programs that offer them."

For more than a decade, the Prospective Students Survey has provided the world's graduate business schools with critical insights into the decision–making processes of people currently considering applying to a graduate management education program through mba.com""the GMAC website for prospective graduate business students. This year, to increase the breadth and depth of prospective student voices reflected in this report, all individuals who registered for an mba.com account in the month prior were invited to the subsequent month's survey. Additionally, for the first time, the sample of mba.com registrants was supplemented by prospective students who attended events hosted by The MBA Tour, visited the BusinessBecause website, or registered for the NMAT by GMAC exam in India""all also GMAC properties. Visit GMAC.com to read the full report.

About GMAC

The Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) is a mission–driven association of leading graduate business schools worldwide. Founded in 1953, GMAC creates solutions and experiences that enable business schools and candidates to better discover, evaluate, and connect with each other.

GMAC provides world–class research, industry conferences, recruiting tools, and assessments for the graduate management education industry, as well as tools, resources, events, and services that help guide candidates through their higher education journey. Owned and administered by GMAC, the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) exam is the most widely used graduate business school assessment.

More than 12 million prospective students a year trust GMAC's websites, including mba.com, to learn about MBA and business master's programs, connect with schools around the world, prepare and register for exams and get advice on successfully applying to MBA and business master's programs. BusinessBecause and The MBA Tour are subsidiaries of GMAC, a global organization with offices in China, India, the United Kingdom, and the United States.

To learn more about our work, please visit www.gmac.com

Media Contact:

Teresa Hsu
Sr. Manager, Media Relations
202–390–4180 (mobile)
thsu@gmac.com

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GLOBENEWSWIRE (Distribution ID 8523963)

Zoom Whiteboard, the Collaboration Canvas for Hybrid Teams, Now Available

SAN JOSE, Calif., April 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Today, Zoom Video Communications, Inc. announced the general availability of Zoom Whiteboard, a modern digital canvas that provides a unified solution for collaboration and creation within the Zoom platform. Users can interact with the Zoom Whiteboard similar to an in–person experience, creating more visually engaging and efficient collaboration. With the global workforce embracing hybrid work environments across industries, there is an increased need for solutions that seamlessly foster ideation and teamwork among co–located and distributed colleagues. Zoom Whiteboard further broadens the capabilities of the Zoom platform for today's hybrid workforce, including unified communications, Zoom Developer Platform, Zoom Events, Zoom Contact Center, and Zoom IQ for Sales.

"Collaboration tools are in high demand, and Zoom Whiteboard is sure to be a staple in the modern workforce," said Dan Root, Senior Analyst of Visual Collaboration, Wainhouse Research. "Zoom brings over a decade's worth of experience in exceptional video communications to this new solution, which businesses need to keep information flowing in a secure and easily–managed fashion."

"Not only are we supporting customers as they adapt to this new phase of work, but we're anticipating what comes next, and building platform solutions, like Zoom Whiteboard, to address it," said Oded Gal, Chief Product Officer of Zoom. "Zoom Whiteboard is arming teams with the power of continuous communication in an easy–to–use solution that provides a virtual space to collaborate before, during, and after a meeting."

Whiteboard Anytime, From Anywhere
Hybrid work presents challenges for working collaboratively as remote workers can't see a physical whiteboard in the office and risk being left out. It can also be challenging to transport ideas and information across a broad audience.

Zoom Whiteboard is a visual collaboration tool designed to facilitate asynchronous and real–time collaboration, serving as a virtual space for teams to capture ideas and work together with freedom and flexibility. A web–based solution, users can effortlessly collaborate across a variety of devices "" web browser, tablet, desktop, or Zoom Rooms for Touch. Tightly integrated with Zoom Meetings and Zoom Rooms for Touch devices like the DTEN D7 and Neat Board, with support for Zoom Chat coming soon, Zoom Whiteboard extends productivity well beyond the boundaries of a single meeting.

Complement your Zoom Rooms with a dedicated Companion Whiteboard, like the new DTEN ONboard, the first purpose–built interactive touch display for advanced whiteboarding coming soon.

Features Designed for Collaboration
Zoom Whiteboard comes with a host of easy–to–use features including:

  • Dashboard and easy sharing: Create new, manage existing, and share access to whiteboards. Zoom Whiteboard can be shared internally or externally with anyone that has a Zoom account, with the option to export and save.
  • Notes and comments: Use sticky notes to highlight important ideas.
  • Shapes and Connectors: Shapes are easily created, and connectors can be used to instantly attach those shapes.
  • Extendable Canvas: Create up to 12 pages with seamless navigation; users can easily add images.

To learn more about Zoom Whiteboard, please visit the Whiteboard page and read our blog.

About Zoom
Zoom is for you. Zoom is a space where you can connect to others, share ideas, make plans, and build toward a future limited only by your imagination. Our frictionless communications platform is the only one that started with video as its foundation, and we have set the standard for innovation ever since. That is why we are an intuitive, scalable, and secure choice for large enterprises, small businesses, and individuals alike. Founded in 2011, Zoom is publicly traded (NASDAQ:ZM) and headquartered in San Jose, California. Visit zoom.com and follow @zoom.

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