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SUZHOU, China , Oct. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The 144-hour visa-free transit allows travelers to cross mountains and seas to pursue love, but it is not enough to explore the deep history and heartfelt stories of a city.

With the recovery of global tourism and the further opening of China’s tourism market, Suzhou, a popular tourist destination in Jiangsu province in East China, has proven itself to be a burgeoning international tourism hub thanks to the “144-hour visa-free transit and group travel visa-free policy.” In the first seven months of this year, Suzhou received a total of 495,000 overnight tourists, marking a year-on-year increase of 97.9%.

The slogan “Go to China, and travel in Suzhou,” serves as a sincere invitation from Suzhou Cultural Tourism to the world. While “China Travel” goes viral on the Internet, how can “Suzhou Travel” remain low profile?

From September 25 to 26, a massive poster showcasing an oriental garden occupied screens in the core business districts of London, United Kingdom, and Auckland, New Zealand, revealing the picturesque scenery of Suzhou. The watercolor-like image drew the attention of countless passersby, prompting questions about Suzhou’s location in such a vast country and aspirations to visit.

As soon as foreign tourists set foot in Suzhou, they will discover surprises everywhere.

Zina, a beauty Vlogger from the Czech Republic with nearly six million followers, recorded a Vlog capturing her 24-hour experience in Suzhou. Dressed in a silk cheongsam, she boarded a boat to listen to the Jiangnan ditty sung by the boatman in a gentle dialect and walked along the historic Pingjiang Road to soak in the “slow time” of old Suzhou.

In contrast to Zina, Jason, a British Vlogger with one million followers, dedicated most of his “24 hours in Suzhou” to experiencing the allure of “oriental opera.” He visited the China Kunqu Opera Museum and the Suzhou Pingtan Museum, enjoying classics like “The Peony Pavilion” along with famous Pingtan selections including “Good Scenery of Suzhou.” After “rewarding” his ears with local music, Jason further indulged his taste buds with a wide variety of Suzhou-style dishes and exquisite pastries that left him craving more.

Jared, a Canadian Vlogger with a million followers, only has eyes for Suzhou’s classical gardens and picturesque water towns. He loudly greeted passers-by while jogging on the Wuque Bridge in the morning. Then, he enjoyed a hearty morning tea in a 30-year-old tea house. After a bowl of Gorgon fruit (known as “ginseng in water”) syrup, Jared became even more determined to stay in Suzhou. Dressed in Han-style clothing, Jared joined the “travel photography” crowd and asked a photographer to take photos of him. Quickly, the blond blended into the ancient buildings of Suzhou without any sense of incongruity.

Similar to them, many foreign Vloggers have recorded their wonderful experiences in Suzhou in different ways. Their followers, attracted by their recommendations, said they really wanted to come to Suzhou and have a wonderful experience.

In order to live up to the expectations and love of foreign tourists for Suzhou, Suzhou Cultural Tourism has shown its full sincerity.

In May this year, the Suzhou Municipal People’s Government issued the “Several Measures to Promote Suzhou Inbound Tourism (Trial).” This three-chapter policy contains ten incentives, creating a convenient and friendly environment for overseas tourists in every aspect upon their landing in China.

A thousand words are not worth a sincere meeting. It is a big world. China is a beautiful country. Suzhou is a gorgeous place. Just come. Suzhou welcomes you.

SOURCE Suzhou Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism

The world has never looked better with elevated sailing experiences in over 70 countries across all seven continents, including Celebrity’s first-ever 110-night Grand Voyage.

MIAMI, Oct. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Experience a premium journey at sea in every corner of the world on board Celebrity Cruises’^® 2026-2027 deployment. The world has never looked better with more than 600 sailings to over 280 destinations in over 70 countries across all seven continents. The highly anticipated fifth ship in the revolutionary Edge^® Series ships, Celebrity Xcel℠, will sail her inaugural season in Europe offering an unmatched Mediterranean vacation and Celebrity’s first overnights in Madeira, Portugal. Edge Series ships continue to bring guests closer to Celebrity’s four most sought-after regions: the Caribbean, Europe, Alaska and Australia, delivering a range of deployment firsts including Celebrity’s most expanded season in Iceland; the return of Celebrity ships to South America and Antarctica; and new ports and overnights across Europe and Asia. Plus, for the first time guests can sail for 110 nights and never repeat a port on Celebrity’s Grand Voyage. This elevated journey promises an unforgettable adventure to 55 destinations across 15 countries from Canada to Hong Kong, from the comfort of the newly refurbished Celebrity Solstice^®.

Highlights of the 2026-2027 season include:

• Celebrity Xcel, debuting in Fall 2025, will sail her inaugural Europe season in 2026, offering Celebrity’s first overnights in Madeira, Portugal.
• Iceland has never looked better with Celebrity Silhouette^® sailing the cruise line’s largest season in the region and offering a once-in-a-life-time chance to watch the solar eclipse at sea.
• The ultimate Caribbean getaway awaits as Celebrity Xcel returns for her second season in the tropics, departing from Miami for the first time. Celebrity Beyond℠ offers year-round Caribbean sailings departing from both Miami and Fort Lauderdale.
• Celebrity Millennium^® will be sailing out of the brand-new Narita terminal, situated closer to Tokyo city center, and will offer more overnight opportunities to provide unrivaled access to the city.
• Celebrity returns to South America with new sailings visiting Patagonia and Antarctica on Celebrity Equinox^®.
• A record length itinerary for Celebrity, the Grand Voyage will journey to 55 destinations across 15 countries for 110 nights of elevated exploration with no repeated ports aboard the newly refurbished Celebrity Solstice.

“Our 2026-2027 season offers exciting new and expanded experiences for Celebrity guests to indulge their sense of curiosity across all regions of the world. Edge Series ships continue to sail our four key regions, including the European debut of Celebrity Xcel which will offer guests exciting new vacation experiences in the region,” said Laura Hodges Bethge, president of Celebrity Cruises. “Our guests’ love of back-to-back sailings inspired the 110-night Grand Voyage which traverses 55 destinations across 15 countries with no repeated ports to provide an unrivaled elevated journey.”

Discover Europe with new ships, overnight stays, and immersive experiences
There are more ways to explore Europe with Celebrity than ever before. Sail on eight ships, including three Edge Series ships – Celebrity Xcel, Celebrity Ascent℠ and Celebrity Apex^® – to more than 100 European destinations, offering even more time to discover something new with 59 overnight stays.

Celebrity’s newest ship, Celebrity Xcel, will set sail on her inaugural season in Europe. Guests can immerse themselves in the Mediterranean like never before with seven-to 11-night journeys out of Barcelona and Athens, including all new overnight stays in Madeira, Portugal. Celebrity Ascent also returns to the Mediterranean, inviting guests to discover new vineyards, villages and cuisine each day with 10-and 11-night sailings from Rome.

Bucket list experiences await in Iceland and Greenland. Celebrity is offering its largest season in the region with more seven-night sailings out of Reykjavik than ever before on Celebrity Silhouette, including a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to catch the 2026 Solar Eclipse on August 12 off the coast of Iceland.

Guests can delight in the culture and cuisine of the Italian Riviera, Greek Isles, France, Spain and Portugal on Celebrity Equinox, which is joining Celebrity Xcel and Celebrity Ascent in the Mediterranean with voyages out of Barcelona, Lisbon and Rome. Those looking to experience the ancient wonders and sunny skies of the Adriatic can take advantage of new Athens to Ravenna sailings on Celebrity Eclipse℠, seven-night sailings from Athens on Celebrity Infinity^®, and 10-to 11-night Rome and Ravenna sailings on Celebrity Constellation^®.

Celebrity Apex will return to Southampton for her third season, with Arctic Circle and Norwegian Fjords itineraries that immerse guests in the region’s natural wonders, rich history, thriving food scene and once-in-a-lifetime thrills. The best of Scandinavia can be found on Celebrity Eclipse sailings from Amsterdam to destinations like Norway, Finland, Sweden and Denmark.

Escape to relaxation in the Caribbean with nine ships and 31 destinations to experience
Celebrity Cruises returns to the Caribbean with even more ways to relax, unwind and explore on sailings to 18 countries including St. Lucia, Antigua, Grand Cayman, Bahamas, and the ABC islands. In winter 2026-27, Celebrity will offer nine ships in the region, with sailings from four different Florida ports, giving guests the ultimate flexibility for their perfect Caribbean getaway.

Departing from Miami for the first time, Celebrity Xcel returns to the Caribbean for her second season in Winter 2026-27, offering seven-night tropical voyages to destinations like Mexico, Bahamas and Grand Cayman.

Celebrity Beyond will offer seven-night sailings from Miami and Fort Lauderdale, where guests can explore and indulge in Caribbean destinations including Puerto Plata, the British Virgin Islands, St. Kitts and Nevis, and more. From Fort Lauderdale, guests can enjoy 10-and 11-night sailings in the Southern Caribbean on Celebrity Ascent with sailings through the historic Panama Canal and to destinations like Antigua, St. Lucia and Barbados. Also from Fort Lauderdale, guests can discover the flavors and cultures of the ABC Islands, Jamacia, Grand Cayman and Mexico on six-and eight-night sailings on Celebrity Silhouette, or find longer, nine-to 12-night escapes on Celebrity Eclipse. Those looking for a quick recharge in the sunny Caribbean can enjoy pampering and excitement with continued weekend escapes offered year-round on Celebrity Reflection^® with three-and four-night sailings from Fort Lauderdale to Perfect Day at CocoCay, Bimini, Nassau and Key West.

Guests will find sailing options from coast to coast in Florida, as Celebrity Apex returns to Port Canaveral and Celebrity Summit^® sails from Tampa, both offering seven-night escapes to Key West and Bahamas. Departing from San Juan, Puerto Rico, guests can explore the Southern Caribbean with seven-night sailings on Celebrity Constellation. 

Get closer to nature with an elevated exploration of the Last Frontier 
Take in Alaska’s awe-inspiring landscapes and diverse wildlife from one of Celebrity’s three ships in the region for the 2026-27 season. Celebrity Edge^®, the most immersive ship in Alaska, is once again bringing guests closer to natural beauty as she returns to Alaska for her third season. Celebrity Solstice and Celebrity Summit also offers guests opportunities to discover the region’s lush islands, snow-covered mountains, icy glaciers, and charming coastal towns with cruises from Seattle, Vancouver, and Seward.

Experience an unparalleled journey through Alaska’s breathtaking landscapes with Celebrity Edge’s outward facing design. From taking in the scenery without leaving bed in an Infinite Veranda^® stateroom, to observing Dawes Glacier while floating above the Endicott Arm from The Magic Carpet^®, guests can find one-of-a-kind ways to explore during the day and unwind onboard at night.

Celebrity guests can further discover Alaska with a land-based Cruisetour experience, led by resident guides who are chosen for their deep roots and connections to the local communities. Through the land tours, guests stay in authentic lodges and travel remote roads and railways. The tours offer guests the chance to experience Alaska’s diverse and beautiful interior, including destinations like Anchorage, folksy Talkeetna, and wild Denali.

Uncover the vibrant cultures and rich history of Asia and the South Pacific 
Extraordinary cities where ancient culture is blended seamlessly with ultra-modern lifestyles await guests with Celebrity’s new experiences in Asia. For the first time, Celebrity Millennium will homeport out of the brand-new centrally located Narita terminal and offer overnights, making it even more convenient to explore Tokyo’s city center and discover the energetic nightlife. Plus, guests can explore the rich culture of Hualien, Taiwan – China, as Celebrity Millennium returns to the quaint port city for the first time since 2018.

Open jaw sailings between Seoul, South Korea and Tokyo, Japan make exploring Asia’s trending destinations simple, while unique sailings during Gion Festival, Golden Week and Nebuta Festival promise exciting, once-in-a-lifetime cultural experiences.

In Southeast Asia, itineraries on Celebrity Solstice invite guests off the beaten path to dive deep into the region’s rich histories, cultures and unique cuisines. Discover unique night markets and bustling nightlife with overnights in ports like Penang, Malaysia and Phuket, Thailand.

Experience a breathtaking voyage through Australia and New Zealand
Sail past the iconic Sydney Harbor Bridge and Opera House or the majestic Fjords of New Zealand with continued sailings on Celebrity Edge and Celebrity Solstice from Sydney and Auckland. Home to some of the world’s oldest cultures and most extraordinary natural beauty, guests can visit unique destinations like Mystery Island in Vanuatu, Tauranga, New Zealand, Lifou, and Loyalty Island.

Cross Antarctica, South America and the Galapagos off the bucket list 
Celebrity is returning to South America with new sailings visiting Patagonia and Antarctica on Celebrity Equinox. Guests can set off on an exciting adventure filled with natural beauty and incredible wildlife in the Antarctic, or immerse themselves in culture, architecture and art across seven South American countries including Chile, Argentina, Uruguay, Brazil and the Falkland Islands.

Adventurers can discover the intricate ecosystem of the Galapagos Islands, as Celebrity Flora continues to offer all-inclusive seven-to 16-night expeditions year-round on the first and only resort at sea in the region to receive a Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star Rating.

Experience a once-in-a-lifetime, 110-night journey from Canada to Southeast Asia on the Grand Voyage
Celebrity’s first Grand Voyage will offer 110 nights of exploration in one of the world’s most sought-after regions for travel. Guests will explore 55 destinations across 15 countries from Canada to Hong Kong, all from the comfort of Celebrity Solstice which will be newly refurbished having just come out of dry dock.

From September to December 2026, guests can forget the stress of connecting flights and checking into multiple hotels. Instead, guests are invited to only unpack once while exploring the world, enjoying the icy glaciers of Alaska to the paradise shores of Fiji all from the comfort of their Veranda.

Starting in the breathtaking fjords of Alaska, guests can marvel in the natural beauty of Hubbard Glacier and Icy Straight Point, and enjoy Alaska’s charming coastal towns, before departing to explore the Pacific. After soaking in the sun on the shores of Hawaii, guests will sail to French Polynesia and Fiji where, in the serenity of the South Pacific, they can snorkel over coral reefs, visit eco-parks with rare protected species, trek through tropical jungles, and explore the rich culture of these island nations.

The unforgettable journey continues, taking guests to the majestic landscapes and diverse wildlife of New Zealand, Australia and Vanuatu. Home to some of the world’s oldest cultures and most extraordinary natural beauty, guests can immerse themselves in the region with a variety of unique experiences both on shore and onboard. Highlights include exploring the underground world of New Zealand’s Ruakuri Caves, a geological marvel with a rich Māori history.

Voyaging on to Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Vietnam and Hong Kong, China, ancient temples, historic palaces, diverse nature and bustling cities with unforgettable culinary delights and electric nightlife await. Guests can discover some of the world’s best beaches in Ko Samui, join a cooking class to try their hand at local cuisines, take in the splendor of golden-roofed temples, delve into modern history in Ho Chi Minh City, and more.

The Grand Voyage offers the ultimate way for guests to indulge their sense of wanderlust, all while enjoying the award-winning service and amenities that Celebrity is famous for.

On Sale Dates

• October 1, 2024: Northern Europe, Alaska, Australia, Bermuda, Canada and New England, Hawaii, Iceland and Japan
• November 5, 2024: Mediterranean and South America
• November 19, 2024: Caribbean and Canals
• December 10, 2024: Winter 2027 Asia and the Grand Voyage
• On Sale Spring 2025: Galapagos 2027

For more information and to book a sailing with Celebrity Cruises, visit www.celebrity.com, contact a trusted travel advisor, or call Celebrity Cruises on 1-800-CELEBRITY.

About Celebrity Cruises 
Celebrity Cruises delivers an elevated premium vacation experience across their fleet of ships traveling to nearly 300 destinations across more than 70 countries spanning all seven continents. Uniquely offering the intimate feel and thoughtful service of small ships, with the variety and excitement of bigger ones – guests can explore the world or get away from it for a little while. With every detail elevated beyond expectations, guests will never want to vacation any other way. An industry pioneer for more than 35 years, each Celebrity vacation offers experiences you won’t find anywhere else aboard ships which continue to shatter industry expectations with the highly anticipated Celebrity Xcel^® arriving Fall 2025.

Celebrity Cruises is headquartered in Miami and is one of five cruise brands owned by Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL). Visit www.celebritycruises.com for more information, and connect with us on Instagram, Facebook or LinkedIn.

SOURCE Celebrity Cruises

Spanning 75 countries, Ramada—one of the world’s most recognized hotel brands— is homebase for travelers looking for unforgettable bucket-list experiences, whether they’re just around the corner or oceans away. The brand’s second official “CEO” will set off on a global journey lasting up to three weeks, exploring the most delicious local cuisines and experiences. The content they capture will be showcased on the brand’s website and social media channels and shared with a worldwide audience.  In return, the “CEO Comp Package” includes a $10,000 travel stipend to cover airfare and travel expenses, $5,000 cash, paid accommodations for up to 21 nights, upgrade to Wyndham’s exclusive Diamond rewards status and a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

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“Every stay at Ramada allows guests to truly experience the essence of each destination. As our CEO travels to some of the world’s most remarkable cities, they’ll immerse themselves in the local culture, engage with the community and share their journey with travel enthusiasts across the globe. That’s the Ramada mission—transforming every trip into an unforgettable experience.”

– Stephanie Kendrick, brand leader, Ramada by Wyndham

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A World of Opportunity
The CEO responsibilities include visiting up to seven countries during a three-week trip, allowing them to truly Sample the World® along the way and sharing their adventures with a global audience. The itinerary will span multiple continents, offering the opportunity to explore international destinations while enjoying the familiar warmth and hospitality of Ramada hotels at each stop. Itinerary will be arranged by the Ramada team in coordination with the selected CEO. Potential stops include:

Asia

Europe

The Middle East and Africa

Latin America and The Caribbean

North America

How to Apply
To apply, candidates can post a public video on TikTok explaining why they are the ideal candidate for the job, tagging @RamadabyWyndham, using the hashtag #RamadaCEO, and following @RamadabyWyndham on TikTok. The applicant’s TikTok account must be publicly viewable for the duration of the contest.  Alternatively, applicants can email their video submission to [email protected].

All submissions must be between one and three minutes in length and should include the applicant’s country of residence. If applying via email, be sure to provide the handles for your active and public personal social media accounts. All entries must be submitted and received by 11:59 p.m. ET on October 22, 2024.

Additional Qualifications Include:

• Applicants must be a legal resident of the 50 United States or Canada (excluding Quebec).
• Availability to travel for up to three weeks between April 1, 2025, and June 30, 2025.
• Active and proficient on various social media platforms (TikTok and Instagram preferred).
• At least 21 years old with a valid passport through December 2025.
• Self-confessed travel lover and foodie.
• Comfortable working remotely and on deadline.

If you’re ready to take on the role of Chief Eats Officer, we want to hear from you. Ramada by Wyndham will select the winning CEO on or around the week of November 14, 2024. No purchase is necessary to enter. For more details, including official rules, visit www.ramada.com/ceo.

About Ramada by Wyndham
With more than 920 hotels globally, travelers are bound to find Ramada by Wyndham, one of the world’s most recognized hotel brands, wherever their travels take them. Guests choose Ramada not only so they can Sample the World® but for the brand’s passionate team members and full-service hospitality as well as functional meeting space, comfortable guest rooms, free Wi-Fi, and casual dining options. Visit www.ramada.com for more information. Like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.

About Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) is the world’s largest hotel franchising company by the number of properties, with approximately 9,200 hotels across over 95 countries on six continents. Through its network of nearly 885,000 rooms appealing to the everyday traveler, Wyndham commands a leading presence in the economy and midscale segments of the lodging industry. The Company operates a portfolio of 25 hotel brands, including Super 8®, Days Inn®, Ramada®, Microtel®, La Quinta®, Baymont®, Wingate®, AmericInn®, Hawthorn®, Trademark Collection® and Wyndham®. The Company’s award-winning Wyndham Rewards loyalty program offers approximately 110 million enrolled members the opportunity to redeem points at thousands of hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals globally. For more information, visit www.wyndhamhotels.com.

SOURCE Wyndham Hotels & Resorts

SAVUSAVU, Fiji, Oct. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — For the eighth year in a row, Namale Resort & Spa is proud to announce it has been named one of the top resorts in the Australia & South Pacific region by Condé Nast Traveler’s prestigious 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards. The awards celebrate the finest destinations in travel and hospitality, recognizing the most unique experiences around the world.

This continued honor highlights Namale’s dedication to providing guests with an exceptional, all-inclusive luxury experience in the heart of Fiji in a boutique setting, with accommodations limited to just 46 guests and a 4:1 staff to guest ratio.

On-site offerings include ocean-to-table fine dining and fresh produce from our farm and organic garden, the chance to participate in a traditional kava ceremony, and a spa hydrotherapy room including a hot tub, cold plunge, and indoor waterfall massage. The award-winning spa also offers uniquely Fijian treatments with local products while overlooking sweeping views of the Koro Sea and its awe-inspiring blowhole.

For adventurous guests, additional excursions are available, such as sandbar picnics, salt river drifts, and scuba diving where guests can explore vibrant coral reefs and encounter diverse marine life in the Soft Coral Capital of the World.

“We are deeply honored to be recognized again for our commitment to creating a luxurious and serene escape for our guests,” said Nowdla Keefe, Co-General Manager of Namale Resort & Spa. “This is made possible by our exceptional team whose dedication ensures every guest’s experience is extraordinary.”

The Readers’ Choice Awards remain the ultimate symbol and acknowledgment of excellence within the travel sector. This year, more than 575,000 Condé Nast Traveler readers submitted responses rating their travel experiences across the globe.

About Namale Resort & Spa

Set amidst 525 acres of breathtaking tropical beauty in Fiji’s northern island of Vanua Levu, Namale Resort & Spa is redefining all-inclusive. Offering an intimate, adults-only boutique setting provides a truly unique and authentically Fijian experience where every request is met, every want anticipated, and every expectation exceeded. 

Visit https://www.namalefiji.com/ for more information and to make a reservation.

The 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards are published on Condé Nast Traveler’s website at cntraveler.com/rca and celebrated in the November issue.

Media Contact:
Jennifer Connelly
Phone: (646) 922-7755
Email: [email protected]

SOURCE Namale Resort & Spa

BRAMPTON, ON, Oct. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ – MDA Space (TSX: MDA), a trusted mission partner to the rapidly expanding global space industry, has been recognized in The Globe and Mail’s 2024 Report on Business (ROB) magazine’s ranking of Canada’s Top Growing Companies.

An annual assessment, Canada’s Top Growing Companies ranks Canadian companies based on their three-year revenue growth. MDA Space joins the list with a three-year revenue growth rate of 96%.

“With the global space economy expected to reach US$1.8 trillion over the next decade, customer demand for the full range of space-based technology, capabilities and products is accelerating,” said Mike Greenley, CEO of MDA Space. “With a 55+ year history of delivering best-in-class space innovation on more than 450 space missions, and with more than 3,000 of the world’s best space engineers, scientists, technicians and business leaders, MDA Space is capitalizing and executing on this expanding market opportunity.”

Canada’s Top Growing Companies is an editorial ranking that was launched in 2019 to celebrate the achievements of innovative businesses in Canada. The 2024 list of Top Growing Companies was just released with additional editorial coverage available in the October issue of ROB magazine.

“Our annual ranking of Canada’s Top Growing Companies reflects the sector-spanning ingenuity of this country’s entrepreneurs and corporate leaders,” says Dawn Calleja, Editor of Report on Business magazine. “And we think it’s important to tell their stories, to help inspire the next generation of up-and-comers across the country.”

“The Globe and Mail congratulates this year’s Canada’s Top Growing Companies’ winners for achieving exceptional growth and resilience in facing business challenges,” says Andrew Saunders, CEO of The Globe and Mail. “It is a testament to dedication, strategic vision, and innovative drive.”

ABOUT THE GLOBE AND MAIL
The Globe and Mail is Canada’s foremost news media company, leading the national discussion and causing policy change through brave and independent journalism since 1844. With our award-winning coverage of business, politics and national affairs, The Globe and Mail newspaper reaches 6.2 million readers every week in our print or digital formats, and Report on Business magazine reaches 2.9 million readers in print and digital every issue. Our investment in innovative data science means that as the world continues to change, so does The Globe. The Globe and Mail is owned by Woodbridge, the investment arm of the Thomson family.

ABOUT MDA SPACE
Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space (TSX:MDA) is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry. A robotics, satellite systems and geointelligence pioneer with a 55-year+ story of world firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration and infrastructure. The MDA Space team of more than 3,000 space experts in Canada, the US and the UK has the knowledge and know-how to turn an audacious customer vision into an achievable mission – bringing to bear a one-of-a-kind mix of experience, engineering excellence and wide-eyed wonder that’s been in our DNA since day one. For those who dream big and push boundaries on the ground and in the stars to change the world for the better, we’ll take you there. For more information, visit www.mda.space.

SOCIAL MEDIA
LinkedIn:         linkedin.com/company/mdaspace
X:                    twitter.com/MDA_space
Facebook:       facebook.com/MDAspace
YouTube:        youtube.com/c/mdaspace
Instagram:       instagram.com/MDA_space 

SOURCE MDA Space

DALLAS, Oct. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Inc. revealed that CloudMellow ranks No. 2179 on the 2024 Inc. 5000, its annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The prestigious ranking provides a data-driven look at the most successful companies within the economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent, entrepreneurial businesses.

CloudMellow’s inclusion in the list comes on the heels of rapid growth that accelerated substantially in the past two years, broadening the company’s capabilities to include a wide array of enterprise-level digital marketing services, including branding, website design, digital marketing, application & product development, hosting and managed services.

“Our success is a direct reflection of the unparalleled talent within our team and our forward-thinking leadership. This honor reflects our commitment to innovation, growth, and delivering value.” – Michael White, CEO

The Inc. 5000 class of 2024 represents companies that have driven rapid revenue growth while navigating inflationary pressure, the rising costs of capital, and seemingly intractable hiring challenges. In all, this year’s Inc. 5000 companies have added 874,458 jobs to the economy over the past three years.

To view the complete results of the Inc. 5000, visit www.inc.com/inc5000.

About CloudMellow

CloudMellow is an enterprise solutions provider offering branding, website design, digital marketing, application & product development, hosting and maintenance, and managed services to companies of all sizes across an array of industries and verticals. The company, a minority and woman-owned company, is headquartered in Dallas, Texas with offices in Jacksonville, Florida; Atlanta, Georgia; Boston, Massachusetts; Chicago, Illinois, and India. To learn more visit https://CloudMellow.com/

More about Inc. and the Inc. 5000

Methodology

To qualify for consideration on the Inc. 5000, companies must meet eligibility criteria for operations and revenue. The minimum revenue required for 2023 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons.

SOURCE CloudMellow

Integrated hospitality solutions leader dives deeper into group sales, meetings, and events in its latest acquisition supported by its investors, including Haveli Investments

AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Cendyn, a global hospitality cloud-based technology company, has acquired Knowland, the US-based leader in data-as-a-service intelligence on meetings and events for hospitality. The strategic acquisition presents an opportunity to enhance sales prospecting by yielding greater bookings in the MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences, and events) space.

Knowland’s platform includes extensive market intelligence data on meetings and events gathered from over 7,500 hotels across the USA and a select handful of international markets. Knowland’s products connect hoteliers with market insights to drive more revenue, accelerate the sales cycle, and optimize processes to achieve group sales goals.

Alongside Cendyn’s current investors, earlier this year Cendyn welcomed Austin-based Haveli Investments to its private equity portfolio. With their focus on high-quality technology companies, the backing by Haveli Investments along with Accel-KKR puts Cendyn on a strong path to deliver innovation for the hospitality industry. The pairing of Knowland’s meeting and event data with Cendyn’s Sales CRM, Proposals, and Grouprev platforms highlights the opportunity this acquisition brings to their customers, empowering them to find and drive group bookings with a complete and single solution.

“To effectively sell group business, hoteliers need immediate access to data, and Knowland’s event intelligence platform is undoubtedly the market leader in this area. Its sales intelligence complements our Sales CRM, helping hoteliers find their target audience. Then, using our Proposals and Grouprev platforms, hoteliers can complete the booking process. It’s the perfect fit with our commitment to helping hoteliers ‘Find, Book, and Grow’ their business. With Haveli Investments’ dedication and expertise in technology joining our expansion, we’re poised to deliver a bright future for Cendyn’s customers,” said Jack Blaha, CEO at Cendyn.

“Salespeople thrive on information, and over the past 20 years, Knowland has provided them with essential data to help target new business efforts and hone in on genuine leads,” said Jeff Bzdawka, CEO at Knowland. “This exciting new era furthers our commitment to improving the working lives of hotel sales teams and helps shift the needle towards a proactive sales approach to group business.”

According to the US Travel Association, after a slow recovery, business travel is expected to regain 95% of its 2019 peak in 2024. The acquisition provides Cendyn with the opportunity to equip its customers with a combined event intelligence and B2B prospecting solution, simplifying and automating the sales process to ease the management and success of sales outreach.

“We are excited to partner with Cendyn, its leadership team, and all of its shareholders, including Accel-KKR to capitalize on the growth opportunities that lie ahead,” said Ian Loring, Senior Managing Director and Executive Chair at Haveli Investments. “We believe Cendyn’s broad portfolio of hospitality solutions uniquely positions it to help continue capturing market share, expanding into new markets, and driving value for its customers.”

Discover more about Cendyn’s range of products and services at cendyn.com

For requests and further information contact: 
Megan McIntyre – +44 (0)7981 930 304 – [email protected]
Ryan Haynes – +44 (0)7919 510 051 – [email protected]

About Cendyn
Cendyn is a global hospitality cloud-based technology company that enables hotels to drive revenue, maximize profitability, and create deeper connections with guests through its integrated solutions.

Serving hoteliers for nearly 30 years, Cendyn drives commercial success for hotels through its Find, Book, Grow promise: find the right guests; drive them to book direct, and grow loyalty and revenue across the spectrum of digital guest interactions.

Cendyn has over 32,000 customers worldwide in more than 150 countries. The company supports its growing customer base from locations across the globe, including the United States, France, the United Kingdom, Singapore, Bangkok, and India.

To find out more, visit cendyn.com

About Knowland
Celebrating its 20th year in 2024, Knowland is the world’s leading provider of data-as-a-service insights on meetings and events for hospitality. With the industry’s largest historical database of actualized events, thousands of customers trust Knowland to sell group smarter and maximize their revenue. Knowland operates globally and is headquartered just outside Washington, DC.

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About Haveli
Haveli Investments is an Austin-based private equity firm that seeks to invest in the highest quality companies in the technology sector through control, minority or structured equity and debt investments with a focus on software, data, gaming, and adjacent industries. The firm seeks to partner with innovative companies, entrepreneurs, and management teams throughout a company’s life cycle. Haveli’s experienced team of investors and diverse industry experts will provide operational and strategic support, enabling portfolio companies to focus on driving innovation and increasing growth, scale, and operating margins. Underscoring Haveli’s investments is an unwavering focus on DEI and sustainability. For more information, please visit www.haveliinvestments.com, or follow Haveli on LinkedIn, @Haveli Investments.

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NEW YORK, Oct. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Sustainable travel and accessories brand, Solgaard, in partnership with Simon Sinek, celebrated optimist and New York Times–bestselling author of Start with WHY and The Infinite Game, proudly unveils the Simon Sinek x Solgaard Optimist’s Bag. Launching today exclusively at Solgaard, the limited-edition sustainable bag design marks Sinek’s premiere product collaboration.

Born from a shared love of travel and self-proclaimed ‘bag obsessions,’ the Optimist’s Bag was co-designed by Sinek and award-winning innovative product designer, Adrian Solgaard, CEO and Creative Director of Solgaard.

Before meeting Solgaard, Sinek, who travels extensively, recalls his constant pursuit of ‘the perfect bag,’ having owned several bags over the course of his career with none exclusively accommodating all his needs while on the road.

Sinek’s unique design integrations within the Optimist’s Bag include, a suitcase-esque extended main zippered opening, allowing easy access to important items and main pockets, especially while stowing the bag under a seat or in an overhead bin. Custom interior compartment placement and redesigned exterior co-located front pockets are complimented by custom ‘optimist’ creative labeling, and aesthetic touches of bespoke ‘optimist’s orange’ color detailing.

Reflecting the design codes and functional standards inherent to the Solgaard brand and its collection of bags, backpacks, and luggage, the Optimist’s Bag utilizes Solgaard’s proprietary Shore-Tex® 100% recycled plastic fabric. The premium craftsmanship of the bag’s exterior Shore-Tex® Pro fabric finish features a rugged ballistic weave for superior durability. Additional features include Solgaard’s signature removable FlowCloset™ compression packing system, dedicated fleece-lined padded laptop and tablet pockets, enhanced ergonomic foam padding for extended carry comfort, anti-scratch zippered sunglasses pocket, and a USB-charging cable pass-through for remote charging.

“I am bag-obsessed. With all the travel I do, I was in constant pursuit of the perfect bag. That all changed when I met Adrian Solgaard. I was a fan of his bags, and I loved the quality. I asked, somewhat jokingly, that I´d love to design my own bag—my perfect bag—and to my delight, he said yes!” said Sinek.

“Co-creation with inspired people is my favorite state of being, and designing this product with Simon was nothing short of that. I’ve long been a fan of his books, and there’s a core alignment of our values – the most natural of collabs and one I’m proud to bring to market,” said Solgaard.

The limited-edition Simon Sinek x Solgaard Optimist’s Bag ($275) is available exclusively at Solgaard as of October 1, 2024.

About Solgaard:
A design-driven brand using business as a force for good. Solgaard’s premium travel and lifestyle collection is crafted through sustainable innovation. Pioneers of utilizing recycled plastic in its fabrics (Shore-Tex®) and travel gear (including the Carry-On Closet®), in cooperation with its network of impact partners, Solgaard cleans up six pounds of ocean plastic from coastal communities with every purchase. Relentless in his pursuit to create an economic engine for good, Norwegian-Canadian entrepreneur, Adrian Solgaard founded Solgaard in 2016 to optimize life on the go for global citizens. Solgaard is B Corp Certified. Learn more at www.solgaard.co

About Simon Sinek:
Simon Sinek is an unshakeable optimist and the founder of The Optimism Company. He believes in a bright future and our ability to build it together. Simon may be best known for his TED Talk on the concept of WHY, which has been viewed more than 70 million times, and his video on millennials in the workplace—which reached 80 million views in its first week and has gone on to be seen hundreds of millions of times. He continues to share inspiration through his bestselling books, including global bestseller Start with WHY and New York Times bestsellers Leaders Eat Last and The Infinite Game, as well as his podcast, A Bit of Optimism.

Press Contact:

SOLGAARD / Emma Garner, Head of PR & Communications ([email protected])

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