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U.S. Polo Assn. Supports the XV Federation of International Polo European Polo Championship as Official Apparel Partner

Competition Culminates in Poland with a World-Class Display of Sport and Style

U.S. Polo Assn., the official sports brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), proudly supported the XV Federation of International Polo (FIP) European Polo Championship, held from August 26 to September 7 at the prestigious Sowiniec Polo Club in Mosina, Poland. The sports brand served for the fifth time as the Official Apparel Partner of this prestigious event, which is played every two years.

XV Federation of International Polo European Polo Championship Winners

U.S. Polo Assn. outfitted players and umpires in custom-designed performance jerseys and branded caps, alongside field signage and branded on-site activations for event attendees, bringing the brand’s authenticity and sport-inspired style to the tournament. The sports brand is the Official Apparel Partner of FIP, which the International Olympic Committee recognizes to host international polo competitions.

Eight teams competed throughout the XV FIP European Polo Championship, and the thrilling final game concluded with Spain taking the coveted European title in a hard-fought victory over Switzerland, with a final score of 7.5 – 4. This is the second consecutive win for Spain in the FIP European Polo Championship. The team also won the XII FIP World Polo Championship in 2022, hosted at the USPA National Polo Center (NPC) in Wellington, Florida.

“U.S. Polo Assn.’s support of the XV Federation of International Polo European Polo Championship as the Official Apparel Partner exemplifies everything we stand for as a global sports brand,” said J. Michael Prince, CEO and President of USPA Global, the company that manages the global, multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand. “We are honored to be part of such an important international sporting moment, especially as the XV European Polo Championship arrived in Poland for the first time in history.”

“We are also planning to bring the U.S. Polo Assn. brand to Poland in early 2026 for consumers in the region to experience the sport-inspired brand,” Prince added.

In addition to U.S. Polo Assn., the XV FIP European Polo Championship featured many high-profile sponsors, including Vogue Poland, Royal Salute Scotch Whisky, Taittinger Champagne, Antonius Caviar, Defender, Plucinski 1906, and others, all contributing to the event’s elevated and luxurious atmosphere at Sowiniec Polo Club.

“U.S. Polo Assn. has continued to be a standout partner to the Federation of International Polo for the past nine years, helping to elevate the visibility and professionalism of our most important tournaments,” said Alex Taylor, Executive Board Member of FIP. “The brand’s support has been instrumental in bringing the European Polo Championship to Poland, a country with a rich polo legacy and a growing community of athletes and sports fans.”

The XV FIP European Polo Championship, first held in 1993, brought a vibrant spotlight to Polish polo’s century-old history, which dates back to 1911. Today, with nearly 100 active players and a growing interest, Poland served as an exciting new host for this major international sporting event.

Photo Credit: Andrzej Olszanowski

About U.S. Polo Assn. and USPA Global
U.S. Polo Assn. is the official sports brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), the largest association of polo clubs and polo players in the United States, founded in 1890 and based at the USPA National Polo Center (NPC) in Wellington, Florida. This year, U.S. Polo Assn. celebrates 135 years of sports inspiration alongside the USPA. With a multi-billion-dollar global footprint and worldwide distribution through more than 1,100 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. The brand sponsors major polo events around the world, including the U.S. Open Polo Championship®, held annually at NPC in The Palm Beaches, the premier polo tournament in the United States. Historic deals with ESPN in the United States, TNT and Eurosport in Europe, and Star Sports in India now broadcast several of the premier polo championships in the world, sponsored by U.S. Polo Assn., making the thrilling sport accessible to millions of sports fans globally for the very first time.

U.S. Polo Assn. has consistently been named one of the top global sports licensors in the world alongside the NFL, PGA Tour, and Formula 1, according to License Global. In addition, the sport-inspired brand is being recognized internationally with awards for global growth. Due to its tremendous success as a global brand, U.S. Polo Assn. has been featured in Forbes, Fortune, 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.

USPA Global is a subsidiary of the United States Polo Association (USPA) and manages the multi-billion-dollar sports brand, U.S. Polo Assn. USPA Global also manages the subsidiary, Global Polo, which is the worldwide leader in polo sport content. To learn more, visit globalpolo.com or Global Polo on YouTube.

About the Federation of International Polo (FIP)
Recognized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC), the Federation of International Polo (FIP) is the global organization representing the sport of polo. FIP’s mission is to promote, develop, and regulate the sport of polo internationally.

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

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

SOURCE: U.S. Polo Assn.

GA-ASI Line of UAS Passes 9 Million Flight Hours

Ongoing flight operations of the new YFQ-42A Collaborative Combat Aircraft helped General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc., set a new company record this week, pushing past a total of 9 million flight hours.

YFQ-42A

GA-ASI has been tracking total flight hours across its fleet of unmanned aerial systems since the company’s inception 33 years ago. Its line of UAS includes iconic aircraft such as the Predator®, Reaper®, Gray Eagle®, Avenger®, and MQ-9B SkyGuardian®/SeaGuardian®

“What an amazing moment,” said GA-ASI President David R. Alexander. “Having spent so much time supporting the U.S. military and its allies around the world with our other aircraft, it seems fitting that flight testing our new unmanned fighter jet for the U.S. Air Force was what helped bring us past this milestone as we look ahead to a program that will change air dominance again.”

YFQ-42A’s ongoing flights are only part of GA-ASI’s unmanned operations. At any point in time, as many as 50 GA-ASI aircraft are in flight supporting global security for U.S. and allied users worldwide.

GA-ASI’s aircraft have been a mainstay for the United States, allies and partners since the first flight of what was then called the RQ-1 Predator on July 3, 1994. The U.S. Air Force changed the designation to MQ-1 Predator in 2002. Other aircraft, including the MQ-1C Gray Eagle, MQ-9A Reaper, and MQ-20 Avenger, followed as GA-ASI drove forward the capabilities and employment of uncrewed aircraft.

More recently, GA-ASI has begun deliveries of its new MQ-9B SkyGuardians and SeaGuardians. MQ-9B is the world’s most advanced Remotely Piloted Aircraft System, delivering exceptionally long endurance and range – with automatic takeoff and landing under pole-to-pole satellite-only control – and will be able to operate in unsegregated airspace using the GA-ASI-developed Detect and Avoid system.

GA-ASI has made deliveries to the U.K.’s Royal Air Force (Protector) and the Belgian Air Force, and are fulfilling orders from Canada, Denmark, Poland, Japan, Taiwan, India, and the U.S. Air Force in support of the Special Operations Command. MQ-9B has also supported various U.S. Navy exercises, including Northern Edge, Integrated Battle Problem, and Group Sail.

Meanwhile the company has been supporting the development of new aircraft and concepts of operation for the future of airpower. GA-ASI built and flies the XQ-67A Off Board Sensing Station – its second uncrewed combat jet – for the U.S. Air Force Research Lab. Just last month, GA-ASI announced the start of flight testing for its third, the new YFQ-42A Collaborative Combat Aircraft. The new unmanned fighter jet has been designed and developed by GA-ASI and is built for rapid production, in large quantities, at an affordable price.

About GA-ASI
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc., is the world’s foremost builder of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). Logging more than 9 million flight hours, the Predator® line of UAS has flown for over 30 years and includes MQ-9A Reaper®, MQ-1C Gray Eagle®, MQ-20 Avenger®, and MQ-9B SkyGuardian®/SeaGuardian®. The company is dedicated to providing long-endurance, multi-mission solutions that deliver persistent situational awareness and rapid strike.

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

Avenger, EagleEye, Gray Eagle, Lynx, Predator, Reaper, SeaGuardian, and SkyGuardian are trademarks of General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc., registered in the United States and/or other countries.

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

SOURCE: General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.

Theometrics Global Partners With Acclaimed Designer Cristina Zavati to Launch ‘MeaDea by Theo,’ Championing Resilience at New York Fashion Week

Theometrics Global is proud to announce a new partnership with celebrated designer and founder of the renowned IELLELE brand, Cristina Zavati, to launch an exclusive new collection, “MeaDea by Theo.” This collaboration, is a significant step in Theometrics’ global mission to empower young creators, and will be officially unveiled during New York Fashion Week.

‘Magna Graecia Resurrected – Divine Femininity and Hellenic Design in Analipsi

‘Captured in Analipsi, Greece – an Ensemble of Crowned Beauty, Visionary Creators and Fashion Rooted in Ancient Legacy

“As the world sees the glamour of Fashion Week on the world’s biggest stage, let us recognize the blood, sweat, and tears that designers and models have to overcome,” said Sotirios Hristos Stathopoulos (aka Sam Stathis). September is Suicide Awareness Month and Theometrics Global has consistently raised awareness for this cause, as it did in the 2023 fashion weeks in New York, Milan, and Paris. “They used the song ‘Supergirls Don’t Cry’ because you can tell by their eyes, they are my Supergirls – and superheroes don’t cry. We want those struggling to know it’s okay to cry and that there is strength in reaching out to someone.”

This collection’s narrative is a message of hope and perseverance. It is a true story of two different worlds on parallel paths, brought together by shared experiences of poverty and hardship. Like the founder, Sam Stathis, Cristina’s story is one of starting out poor and barefoot. And this week, she goes from barefoot to wearing Prada. “This is a symbol of hope to the rest of the world. It proves that it doesn’t matter how poor you are born; with heart, soul, and ‘tharos’ (courage in Greek), every dream is possible. To not only wear Prada but to be featured in their latest showroom in the world in the center of the universe at center stage of New York Fashion Week – this is the dream we are building. This is the moment to walk on Prada soil,” Stathis said.

The “Olympic Angels by Theo” spread their wings and their light in the footsteps of the ancients in Magna Graecia. “We’ve gone from the peak of Athens to the peak of Rome and now to the peak of New York. And just like that, we open New York Fashion Week 2025 with great company – our strategic partners in lifting young brands to new heights,” said Stathis said.

This partnership aligns with the values of global fashion leaders like Prada. As Prada’s lead designer shared, its brand represents “strong, independent women” – a mission that mirrors their own. This also certainly mirrors the Angels, such as Anastasia Panova from Ukraine. Like Cristina and Sam, Anastasia was born poor and barefoot, and she climbed Kilimanjaro for love. Now, she gives hope to her countrywomen struggling from the war in Ukraine. Anastasia, an Olympic Angel by Theo, was the inspiration for the song and the driving force behind our 2023 and 2024 fashion week initiatives, which even led them to Ukraine Fashion Week, where they slept in bunkers, for days on end, beneath the weight of waiting.

Cristina Zavati is widely recognized for the remarkable success of her ethically crafted, Italian-made brand IELLELE. Her visionary work and resilience in building her brand from the ground up, securing placements in prestigious boutiques such as Doors NYC, Wolf & Badger, and Flying Solo, represent the gateway for every startup to reach the world’s most prominent stages, with next stops being Saks Fifth Avenue and Harrods of London.

The “MeaDea by Theo” line will be a new collection under Theometrics Global’s broader lifestyle brand My Goddess, which also includes MiDiosa Latina and Mon Pari. Theometrics’ commitment to empowering the next generation extends to its Ph.D. program, which is available in over 200 countries and focuses on Olympic Values, Technology, Education, and Entrepreneurship. The program culminates in the “Olympic Angels by Theo” competition where participants vie for Olympic-level medals and scholarships based on five core principles: Soma (Body), Sofia (Wisdom), Psychi (Soul), Tharos (Courage), and Skopo (Purpose).

About IELLELE

IELLELE is a luxury fashion brand focused on timeless, ethically crafted pieces that emphasize elegance and authenticity. Founded by Cristina Zavati, the brand’s mission is to empower women through high-quality, sustainable designs that are both versatile and enduring.

About Theometrics Global
Theometrics Global is a global platform founded by Sotirios Hristos Stathopoulos (aka Sam Stathis) with a mission to empower young creators and innovators. With strategic connections to the Hellenic Olympic Committee and the International Olympic Academy, Theometrics provides a global stage for talent through its educational programs, business initiatives, and international competitions.

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Sam Stathis
Founder
media@theouniverse.io
2126278220

SOURCE: Theometrics Global

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NYFW 2025, New York, NY – Featuring the New Collection of Prada Dresses

Left to Right: Stella Michalidou, Miss World Greece 2025; Sotirios Hristos Stathopoulos (aka Sam Stathis & Son of Kolokotroni), Founder & Chair of Theometrics Global; Sofia Viola, Miss World Italy 2025

TruMerit Adds Two More Global Credentials for Rehabilitation Care Workers

TruMerit, a global leader in healthcare workforce development, today launched two new global credentials for healthcare workers specializing in rehabilitation, habilitation, and restorative care.

The Certified Global Health Worker-Rehabilitation (CGHW-R) and the Certified Global Health Worker-Rehabilitation Advanced (CGHW-RA) have been developed specifically for eligible health workers worldwide who wish to have their applied experience and competencies in rehab care recognized and verified by passing a certification examination. These credentials, along with the Certified Global Nurse-Rehabilitation (CGN-R) that TruMerit established last year, are intended to advance and improve services for the more than two billion people worldwide who need this care.

The CGHW-RA credential was developed for those with a degree or diploma in a rehabilitation field. These include clinicians, educators, and instructors with physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech language pathology, or other rehab-related specializations.

The CGHW-R credential was designed for those who have rehab health experience but have not completed post-secondary education in an area of rehab specialization. These would include technicians, assistive personnel, nursing assistants, and home or community health aides working in rehabilitation, habilitation, and restorative care settings.

In addition to education and degree requirements, candidates for these credentials must have at least two years of work experience in a rehabilitation, habilitation, or restorative care setting during the last five years. Upon verification of their credentials by TruMerit, they must pass a proctored exam that is offered at more than 1,000 test centers worldwide.

In 2019, CARF International, a non-profit organization that accredits rehabilitation care providers worldwide, alerted TruMerit (known then as CGFNS International) about the growing demand for validating practice competence of the rehabilitation health workforce and raising standards across the care continuum. TruMerit and rehabilitation experts from across the world began the process to create exam-based global certifications for healthcare professionals working in rehabilitation, habilitation, and restorative care settings. The process has included more than 200 subject matter experts from 45 countries from all world regions and income levels.

“Caring for the huge and growing population of persons living with a disability is one of the most pressing issues facing healthcare today. By validating the knowledge and skills of those who devote their careers to providing this care, global credentials will help drive efforts to expand and equip this vital workforce to meet the challenges of the future. We are grateful to the global team of rehab care experts who helped make these credentials possible,” said Julia To Dutka, Chief of TruMerit’s Global Health Workforce Development Institute, which is leading the initiative.

View more information on TruMerit’s global rehab certification program.

Additionally, last month TruMerit unveiled its Certified Global Nurse (CGN) credential for first-level, general nurses (RNs), along with a reinvented Nurse Qualifying Exam.

About TruMerit
TruMerit is a worldwide leader in healthcare workforce development. Formerly known as CGFNS International, the organization has a nearly 50-year history supporting the career mobility of nurses and other healthcare workers-and those who license and hire them-by validating their education, skills, and experience as they seek authorization to practice in the United States and other countries. As TruMerit, this mission has been expanded to building workforce capacity that meets the needs of people in a rapidly evolving global health landscape. Through its Global Health Workforce Development Institute, the organization is advancing evidence-based research, thought leadership, and advocacy in support of healthcare workforce development solutions, including globally recognized practice standards and certifications that will enhance career pathways for healthcare workers.

Contact Information
David St. John
dstjohn@trumerit.org

SOURCE: TruMerit

Second Blue Magic Netherlands Event Set for November 18

Registration Site Is Open and Dutch Innovators Are Encouraged to Attend and Apply to Present Capabilities

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), in collaboration with the Dutch Ministry of Defence and the Dutch Ministry of Economic Affairs, will host its second Blue Magic Netherlands (BMNL) event on November 18, 2025. BMNL 2025 follows the successful first event in 2024 and will take place at the MELT at Avular building, a world-class venue for technology interchange near Brainport Eindhoven, the center of the Dutch high-technology manufacturing industry. The registration site can be accessed at www.ga-asi.com/blue-magic-netherlands-2025.

“The first BMNL event was a huge success for Dutch industry,” said Brad Lunn, managing director for GA-ASI. “We’ve built strong investment opportunities with Dutch companies – including Arceon, Emergent Swarm Solutions, and Saluqi Motors – and now we’re looking to build on that success at BMNL 2025.”

Blue Magic Netherlands fosters technology ideation and implementation within the Dutch industrial ecosystem. GA-ASI is inviting Netherlands-based technology and aerospace companies, big and small, to apply for a chance to pitch transformative next-gen solutions that could shape the course of commercial and defence technologies. This event brings together leaders in advanced technology, aerospace, business, and government in a single Dutch forum to explore emerging technologies that address the world’s most pressing defence and security challenges. GA-ASI supplies its MQ-9A Remotely Piloted Aircraft to the Royal Netherlands Air Force.

Along with partners Brainport Development Eindhoven, Lockheed Martin Ventures, Brabant Development Agency and the Netherlands Industries for Defence & Security (NIDV), GA-ASI will accept proposals to present a broad range of technologies. Participating in this transformational event provides an ideal opportunity to connect with funding sources and collaborate with industry leaders. Companies and individuals wishing to only join the audience and network are welcome to register as well.

Companies interested in presenting their capabilities can submit a pitch proposal. GA-ASI and other participants will hear technology pitches followed by a lively panel discussion. Networking opportunities will also be available where participants can meet with other high-tech businesses and industry leaders to see if their capabilities can be leveraged in new and useful ways. Focus areas for this year are Intelligent Systems – Artificial Intelligence (AI)/Machine Learning and Autonomy, Smart Materials – Advanced Materials and Manufacturing, Sensors, Space, and Counter-UAS.

Companies interested in presenting their capabilities must submit pitch proposals in PDF format by no later than October 10, 2025. Companies selected to present pitches will be notified on November 3, 2025.

To submit a pitch proposal or register to attend in person or virtually, please visit the event website at www.ga-asi.com/blue-magic-netherlands-2025.

BMNL organizers will also host several virtual workshops covering a variety of topics relevant to defence technology start-ups. These workshops will be listed on the event website and are available for the entire Dutch innovation ecosystem.

About GA-ASI
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc., is the world’s foremost builder of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). Logging more than 8 million flight hours, the Predator® line of UAS has flown for over 30 years and includes MQ-9A Reaper®, MQ-1C Gray Eagle®, MQ-20 Avenger®, and MQ-9B SkyGuardian®/SeaGuardian®. The company is dedicated to providing long-endurance, multi-mission solutions that deliver persistent situational awareness and rapid strike.

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

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

SOURCE: General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.

U.S. Polo Assn. Celebrates Sport and Style as Official Apparel Sponsor of the 2025 Engel & Volkers Berlin Maifeld Polo Cup

Sports Brand Supports Germany’s High-Goal Polo Event for Sixth Consecutive Year

U.S. Polo Assn., the official sports brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), proudly partnered as the Official Jersey and Apparel Sponsor of the Engel & Völkers Berlin Maifeld Polo Cup, also known as the German High-Goal Championship 2025, held August 22-31, 2025, in Berlin. This prestigious tournament is the pinnacle of the polo season in Germany and is one of the most celebrated events in European polo.

Engel & Völkers Berlin Maifeld Polo Cup Winners (Photo Credit: Guadalupe Aizaga)

The finals weekend for the Engel & Völkers Berlin Maifeld Polo Cup took place at the iconic Maifeld Stadium, the same historic venue where the sport of polo was last played in the 1936 Olympic Games. Qualifying matches were held August 21-28 at the Prussian Polo and Country Club, leading to a thrilling finale that showcased the very best of the sport. In a dramatic final, Team Plusquadrat pulled away from Team Netjets with a score of 7 – 6.5. The tournament MVP was Bartolomé Bayugar from Team Plusquadrat, who was the top scorer in the final with three goals.

“Serving as the Official Jersey and Apparel Sponsor for the Engel & Völkers Berlin Maifeld Polo Cup is an extraordinary honor for U.S. Polo Assn. to support an event that celebrates both the rich tradition and bright future of the sport of polo,” said J. Michael Prince, President and CEO of USPA Global, the company that manages the multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand. “To support such an historic tournament in the heart of Berlin, on the same field where the sport made Olympic history in 1936, is a true reflection of our global brand’s authentic connection to the sport.”

As the event’s Official Jersey and Apparel Sponsor, U.S. Polo Assn. outfitted players and officials with branded performance team jerseys, umpire jerseys, caps, and hoodies. This year marked U.S. Polo Assn.’s sixth consecutive year supporting the Engel & Völkers Berlin Maifeld Polo Cup.

The brand’s presence aligns with its broader European expansion, including retail growth in Germany and recent high-impact activations in markets such as the U.K., Italy, Spain, and beyond. Earlier this summer, U.S. Polo Assn. celebrated the grand opening of its first retail store in Berlin, located at the iconic Alexa Mall. This retail debut marks the beginning of a multi-year growth strategy across Germany and surrounding regions with strategic brand partners Incom S.p.a. and Modevertrieb Sarnacchiaro GmbH (MVS), further solidifying U.S. Polo Assn.’s presence globally.

“We are excited to continue building our partnership with U.S. Polo Assn. as we elevate the Engel & Völkers Berlin Maifeld Polo Cup year after year,” said Mortiz Gaedeke, Co-CEO of Sevendays Polo Event GmbH, the Engel & Völkers Berlin Maifeld Polo Cup event organizer. “With U.S. Polo Assn.’s growing presence in Germany, including their new Berlin retail store, this collaboration strengthens the link between the sport of polo and their authentic connection with sports fans and consumers.”

Photo Credit: Guadalupe Aizaga

For more information, visit uspoloassnglobal.com and follow @uspoloassn.

Contact Information
Shannon Stilson
VP, Sports Marketing and Media
sstilson@uspagl.com
+001.561.227.6994

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

SOURCE: U.S. Polo Assn.

Among Migrating Nurses, Survey Shows High Satisfaction Rates for Those Who Use a Certified Ethical Recruiter

In a new survey, foreign-educated nurses and other healthcare professionals who migrate to work in the United States continue to give high marks to recruitment firms that are certified by the Alliance for Ethical International Recruitment Practices.

TruMerit Ethical International Recruitment Report
How certification helps safeguard the rights of foreign-educated health professionals.

The Alliance, a division of TruMerit (formerly CGFNS International), in 2024 surveyed more than 8,000 foreign-educated health professionals who had used one of its 19 Certified Ethical Recruiters (CERs). Ninety percent of respondents indicated they had an overall positive experience with their recruiter, with 55% reporting it was very positive.

As the survey report shows, the high satisfaction rate essentially held steady from 2023 despite persisting delays and increased costs in the U.S. immigration process.

In an earlier TruMerit/CGFNS survey of its applicants who used non-certified recruiters, only 69 percent reported a positive or very positive experience.

“As U.S. healthcare systems continue to look to foreign-educated nurses and other health professionals to help resolve chronic staffing shortages, it is essential that we work to protect those who have made the life-altering decision to migrate. This overall rate of positive experience remains a testament to the work of the Alliance’s Certified Ethical Recruiters in their adherence to ethical practices and transparent policies,” said Rodrigo Gouveia, TruMerit’s Chief Global Affairs Officer.

The Alliance was created nearly two decades ago in response to concerns some recruiters were using unfair and deceptive practices such as charging unreasonable fees to the recruits, withholding passports and other documents, and pressuring recruits to sign unfair and complex contracts without giving them an opportunity to read and understand them. On such issues, survey respondents had the following responses about their recruitment experiences:

82% agreed (68% strongly) that their CER regularly communicated with them and addressed their concerns.
More than 97% said they received a copy of their contract and suitable time to review it before signing, with 92% reporting that they were not pressured to sign.
95% said their recruiter did not withhold their passports or any other critical documents.
91% said they knew what their pay rate would be prior to arriving in the U.S., but a lower proportion (72%) said they knew the location of their new job in advance of emigrating.

TruMerit/CGFNS had previously found that four out of five (79%) nurses who recently immigrated to the U.S. used a recruitment firm, either to place them directly with an employer or, under a staffing model, fund their migration costs in return for their commitment to work for the recruitment firm itself, which then assigns them to work at their client healthcare facilities.

To be designated a Certified Ethical Recruiter, firms must undergo a rigorous evaluation of policies and practices and agree to Alliance oversight that they remain in compliance with its Health Care Code for Ethical International Recruitment and Employment Practices, which outlines specific best practices for ensuring fair, ethical, and transparent treatment of health professionals migrating to the U.S.

The Alliance Code is aligned with the World Health Organization’s Global Code of Practice on the International Recruitment of Health Personnel. In its recent State of the World’s Nursing Report, the WHO called for reinforcing adherence to its Code and for ethically managing international mobility and migration as key policy priorities for strengthening global nursing workforce development.

“The results of this survey indicate the potential for recruiter certification to advance WHO’s goals and in serving as a model for both source and destination countries of migrating health professionals,” said Gouveia.

More information on the Alliance and the Certified Ethical Recruiter program can be found at cgfnsalliance.org.

Contact Information
David St. John
dstjohn@trumerit.org

SOURCE: TruMerit

Envirosite Expands Into Australia With Acquisition of Land Insight Assets

Envirosite, part of ADEC Innovations, today announced the acquisition of the business assets of Land Insight, a leading provider of environmental risk data in Australia. The move extends Envirosite’s presence beyond North America and strengthens its position as a global leader in environmental due diligence solutions.

Envirosite Acquires Business Assets for Land Insight
Envirosite acquires Land Insight assets, expanding global environmental data services.

By adding Land Insight’s trusted property data and historical resources to its portfolio, Envirosite now provides consistent, high-quality environmental insights across the United States, Canada, and Australia-helping consultants, engineers, and lenders assess and manage property riskwith confidence.

“With Land Insight, we can now give clients in Australia the same trusted, comprehensive data our partners in North America rely on to make confident property decisions,” said Mark Mattei, President of Envirosite. “This acquisition enhances our international presence and brings innovative tools to new markets at a time when clear environmental insights matter more than ever.”

“This step reflects ADEC Innovations’ strategy of combining global reach with local expertise,” said James Donovan, Co-Founder and Global CEO of ADEC Innovations. “By integrating Land Insight into our network, we give clients the clarity they need to move faster from information to action.”

Land Insight has long been recognized in Australia for its reliable environmental property data, including historical records widely used by environmental consultants, engineers, and lenders. Integrating these assets into Envirosite’s SaaS platforms, ATLAS™ and Property Risk Map, broadens the company’s ability to deliver actionable insights on a global scale. With this expansion into Australia-building on its strong presence in the U.S. and Canada-Envirosite is uniquely positioned to deliver consistent, high-quality environmental data solutions across three continents, ensuring that clients can move projects forward with clarity, speed, and confidence.

About Envirosite
Envirosite is where every project decision begins, with reliable environmental data professionals can trust. We deliver property records and historical resources, including aerials, city directories, topographic maps, and fire insurance plans, powered by our SaaS platforms, Atlas™ and Property Risk Map. Drawing from more than 2,300 verified databases, our solutions set the standard for property due diligence across North America and beyond. Environmental consultants, engineers, and lenders rely on Envirosite to move projects forward with clarity and certainty. As part of ADEC Innovations, we turn information into action, translating risk into insight and creating impact that lasts. envirositecorp.com

About Land Insight

Land Insight is an Australian provider of environmental risk data and historical property information. Its insights support environmental professionals in identifying and managing property risk and have played a key role in advancing environmental due diligence practices in Australia. landinsight.co

About ADEC Innovations
ADEC Innovations is a global provider of ESG solutions, workforce strategies, and technology platforms that help organizations meet sustainability goals and manage risk. With offices and operations worldwide, ADEC delivers data-driven services and impact solutions across environmental, social, and governance domains. adec-innovations.com

Contact Information
Zackary Rieger
Head of Marketing, Envirosite
zackary.rieger@adec-innovations.com
916-995-0814

Niem Tash
Head of Operations, Envirosite
ntash@envirositecorp.com
607-608-2248

SOURCE: Envirosite

Sadie’s 24/7 AI Receptionist Integrates with OpenTable to Help Restaurants Capture Every Guest Opportunity

Sadie, the AI-powered voice host for the hospitality industry, today announced a new strategic integration with OpenTable, a global leader in restaurant tech, to offer restaurants a new way to capture booking interest 24/7.

For diners, Sadie takes reservations, answers common questions, and provides confirmations and reminders. All activity flows seamlessly into the OpenTable platform, giving restaurants that opt in one connected view of their reservations and guest interactions.

“Partnering with OpenTable gives restaurants a powerful advantage: the ability to capture and manage every booking opportunity, no matter how guests choose to connect,” said Mitch Bourassa, Partner at Sadie. “By combining OpenTable’s network with Sadie’s always-on support, we’re helping restaurants reduce missed reservations, strengthen guest relationships, and free up staff to focus on the in-person moments that matter most.”

“Our restaurant partners are continuing to embrace voice AI to run their businesses more efficiently,” said Sagar Mehta, CTO of OpenTable. “By partnering with Sadie, we’re expanding our offerings to streamline bookings and ensure restaurants never miss the chance to welcome a guest.”

By pairing OpenTable’s global network with Sadie’s conversational AI, restaurants can recover missed calls, and maintain stronger guest connections during peak hours and outside of business times to ultimately help increase booking volume. The integration ensures restaurants remain accessible to diners anytime, anywhere-helping restaurants grow their bottom line while delivering consistently excellent hospitality.

This announcement adds to Sadie’s growing ecosystem of integrations. By connecting with both regional innovators and leaders, Sadie continues to expand the ways restaurants can deliver personalized, efficient, and profitable guest experiences.

The integration is now available on OpenTable’s Integration Marketplace.

About Sadie
Sadie empowers hospitality businesses with AI-driven solutions that streamline customer interactions and free up staff to focus on in-person service. As the AI-powered host for the industry, Sadie delivers seamless, intelligent voice experiences that help venues secure bookings, manage guest inquiries, and improve operational efficiency. Headquartered in Montreal and owned by Valsoft, Sadie is on a mission to transform how hospitality connects with customers-making every interaction effortless, personal, and revenue-generating. For more information, visit heysadie.ai.

About OpenTable
OpenTable, a global leader in restaurant tech and part of Booking Holdings, Inc., helps more than 60,000 restaurants worldwide fill 1.9 billion seats a year. OpenTable’s world-class technology empowers restaurants to focus on what matters most – their team, their guests, and their bottom line – while enabling diners to discover and book the perfect restaurant for every occasion.

About Valsoft
Valsoft acquires and develops vertical market software companies with the goal of driving long-term growth and value creation. Valsoft partners with companies to provide operational support, capital, and strategic expertise while allowing them to retain their entrepreneurial spirit. Headquartered in Montreal, Valsoft has a presence in over 20 countries and operates in more than 30 vertical markets. For more information, visit www.valsoftcorp.com.

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Thierry Tardif
Communications and Public Relations
Valsoft Corporation
+1 514-799-6679
t.tardif@valsoftcorp.com

SOURCE: Valsoft Corp

Related Documents:
Sadie & OpenTable – Press Release – EN – FINAL

AGFA HealthCare Strengthens Market Position in KLAS Enterprise Imaging Report 2025

AGFA HealthCare has been recognized by KLAS Research for significant satisfaction gains. Customer satisfaction with AGFA’s Enterprise Imaging VNA and XERO® Viewer has increased significantly over the past 18 months, with both solutions named Best in KLAS 2025 winners.

KLAS Report – Enterprise Imaging 2025

Report highlights:

Significant Gains: customer satisfaction with AGFA’s VNA increased by 13 points on a 100-point scale over the past 18 months – the largest improvement in the segment. Both VNA and Viewer were named Best in KLAS 2025 winners.
Top Scores: XERO® Viewerachieved a 90.0 score, and the Enterprise Imaging VNA reached 87.4 points.
Customer Endorsements: respondents praised AGFA for better QA and upgrades, stronger EHR integration and web viewing, and more open dialogue. Customers also noted improved responsiveness, executive check-ins, and proactive account teams.
Future Outlook: customers are optimistic about the roadmap, with particular confidence in cloud and AI developments.

In September 2025, one interviewed customer – from a position of Chief of Radiology – said:

“AGFA HealthCare’s support and overall customer service are getting better, and we are seeing AGFA HealthCare becoming more involved. They seem to be cleaning up some of the challenges they have had in years past and looking ahead with cloud and AI. We have talked with them about their RUBEE platform, and while I am not sure what the future holds, it is good to see the direction they are going.”

A PACS Administrator interviewee, commented in September 2025.

“The market is moving toward the cloud, though I don’t know that we are ready to make that jump. It is early to say, but I can see us looking at disaster recovery and maybe more things down the road. AGFA HealthCare has been good at talking with us about our path and sharing what they are doing. It doesn’t feel like those conversations are from a sales point of view. It is more that AGFA HealthCare is making sure we know our options. They have also talked about AI and the platform, and we will explore that as we start to add AI in the future.”

Discover the next generation of Enterprise Imaging. Meet our team at RSNA 2025 and experience how AGFA HealthCare’s award-winning solutions and “flow” can transform imaging in your organization.

Learn more in the KLAS Enterprise Imaging 2025 Report.

About AGFA HealthCare

At AGFA HealthCare, we are transforming the delivery of care – supporting healthcare professionals across the globe with secure, effective, and sustainable imaging data management. As a company, we are dedicated to our customers, and we have harnessed a value framework of Mission, Vision and Customer Delivery Principles into our routine operations. Through these principles, we commit a consistent high-yield code of conduct to our associates – channeling our experience and aspirations to all of our stakeholders. Our Empowerer profile supports our focus on creating an exceptional experience through the power of technology and is an integral foundation to our company standards. AGFA HealthCare is a division of the Agfa-Gevaert Group. For more information on AGFA HealthCare, please visit www.agfahealthcare.com and follow us on LinkedIn.

AGFA and the Agfa rhombus are registered trademarks of Agfa-Gevaert N.V. Belgium or its affiliates. XERO and RUBEE are registered trademarks of AGFA HealthCare NV or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Best in KLAS is a registered trademark of KLAS Enterprises, LLC. All information contained herein is intended for guidance purposes only, and the characteristics of the products and services described in this publication can be changed at any time without notice. Products and services may not be available for your local area. Please contact your local sales representative for availability information. AGFA HealthCare diligently strives to provide as accurate information as possible but shall not be responsible for any typographical error.

Contact Information
Jessica Baldry
Global Marketing & Communications Manager, AGFA HealthCare
jessica.baldry@agfa.com
+44 7583 203971

Kara Clarke
Director of Marketing North America
kara.clarke@agfa.com

Viviane Dictus
Corporate Press Relations
viviane.dictus@agfa.com
+32 3 444 71 24

SOURCE: AGFA HealthCare