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Raychem RPG achieves significant milestone to facilitate faster execution in electricity distribution projects with its ‘Make India’ initiative

Raychem RPG, established in 1989, is a 50:50 joint venture between TE Connectivity, U.S.A., and RPG Enterprises, India. Raychem RPG is the imprint of a successful Indo-US bilateral relationship that has lasted for nearly four decades, the longest of its kind.

Raychem RPG has added another significant feather to its already decorated portfolio, by completing the very stringent, yearlong Pre-Qualification (PQ) test protocols, at Central Power Research Institute (CPRI) for its 245KV cable accessories manufactured in India.

CPRI has now approved its 245 KV, Extra High Voltage Cable Accessories (EHVCA) for usage in India for different projects, which are so far dependent on imports from Europe. This marks a significant milestone and achievement, catapulting Raychem RPG to unprecedented heights within the EHVCA product portfolio.

Raychem RPG is the only organisation among its peers to have received the PQ test report following a rigorous process that took over a year to complete. The bagging of the test report also bears testimony to Raychem RPG’s hitherto unheralded technical and technological prowess in the area and the success of the “Make in India” initiative.

This success will enhance the acceptability of Raychem RPG’s 245kV cable accessories not only in the Indian markets but also in SAARC countries, namely Bangladesh, Nepal, and Srilanka where many infrastructure projects are currently ongoing, and this will significantly help in better project management. The product, belonging to the EHVCA category, is produced in the JV’s Halol plant in Gujarat using world class material. Raychem RPG’s product will now receive widespread acceptance across the country. India will no longer have to rely on imports to meet the growing domestic demand, which was entirely met through imports.

Commenting on the development, Mr Vivek Venkatachalam, CEO of Raychem RPG, said, “With unwavering dedication, we strive to champion the Make in India initiative and actively contribute to advancing our nation’s progress and self-reliance.”

Adding to this Mr. Sankara Raman, Sr. VP – Operations & Technology of Raychem RPG said, “Engineering excellence is not just a goal; it’s a commitment to pushing boundaries and ensuring our product development & testing capabilities reflect the forefront of innovation. At Raychem RPG, we embraced the challenge of EHVCA with unwavering dedication and the recent attainment of the PQ test report for our 245kV cable accessories marks a significant milestone that will undoubtedly propel Raychem RPG to unprecedented heights within the EHVCA product portfolio.”

Mr. Tamal Kanti Saha, Sr. VP and Head – Global Sales & Marketing, Raychem RPG commented, “As we continue in the journey of self-reliance & ‘Make in India’ initiative a success, we stand determined to support all our customers and large infrastructure projects, with our commitment in delivering world-class products with speed, affordability, and unwavering reliability. With comprehensive installation and after-sales services, coupled with manufacturing warranty, we pave the way for faster project execution and unparalleled peace of mind in every infrastructure project in India and SAARC countries wherever EHVCA are currently used through costly imports with long lead time and associated execution challenges.”

Besides Halol, Raychem RPG’s operation facilities are located at Vasai, Chakan, and Naigaon in Maharashtra, India. All the facilities are covered under a multi-site certification to management systems, thus providing the company with one platform to carry out good management practices across locations without diluting the focus of each plant.

About Raychem RPG:

A Joint Venture between TE Connectivity, U.S.A. and RPG Enterprises, India, Raychem RPG has the distinction of being one of the longest, most successful joint ventures in India for nearly four decades. Raychem RPG caters to the infrastructure segment of multiple industries. Its pioneering technologies provide solutions for various businesses in the domestic and global markets. The company caters to segments such as Cable Management & Connection Systems, Asset & Theft Protection Systems, Loss Reduction Systems, Electrical Safety Products, Energy Efficient Transformers, Gas Flow Metering and Manufacturing Processing Outsourcing.

For media inquiries, please contact:

Raychem RPG: Anuneha Sinha, Global Lead – Communications, +91-8879114246, Email address: Anuneha_Sinha@raychemrpg.com

Website: https://www.raychemrpg.com/

Eight tips for choosing a domain name for your small business

Choosing a domain name for a small business requires careful consideration, as it is often the first thing people see about your business. The domain name of a business is often considered a piece of real estate on the internet, or your business home on the web. It is core to the digital presence of your business.

GoDaddy shares eight tips to help select a domain name that is right for your business and can serve you for years to come.

1. Keep it simple

The first rule of choosing a domain name is to keep it simple. If your domain name has an unusual spelling or is difficult to type, chances are people could mis-spell your domain name and not find you on the internet. Use proper spellings for words, instead for example of using ‘u’ for ‘you’ or ‘c’ for ‘see’. If you have to explain how to spell your domain name, then it might be too confusing.

2. Shorter is better

Consider aiming for six to fourteen characters to the left of the dot. The fewer characters your domain name has, the easier it will be to type, say and share. There is also less risk of losing visitors who might mistype or misspell it.

This also allows more of the URL address to show up in search engine list results, which can help customers quickly find your website.

3. Add keywords to your domain name

Using keywords that describe your business and the products or services you offer can make it easier to recognize the nature of your business.

For example, if you run a specialized cake business, you might want to register a domain name with the words “specialized” and “cakes” in it, depending on your business name. Try to Include keywords that people might enter when searching for your product or service can help improve your search engine results.

4. Mention your location

You may want to consider including your location in your domain name, by choosing a domain name extension for your location, like a .ph. or a .sg domain name, shows customers that you are a business located in the country. This can be important for customers who would like to do business with companies located in their country.

Whether you add your location before or after the dot, customers will be able to find you geographically more easily. They will know quickly they are dealing with someone based locally and supporting a local business.

5. Avoid numbers and hyphens

Numbers and hyphens can easily cause confusion. People who heard your domain spoken might not immediately known if you are using a number, or whether the number is spelled out as a word.

Likewise, if you used a hyphen, customers could forget the hyphen and mistype your URL. Or they would remember the hyphen but put it in the wrong place. Either way, the result is the same, a potential customer lost because they could not find your website.

6. Make it unforgettable

With so many businesses online, there is a lot of competition out there. So having a catchy and memorable domain name is essential. An easy-to-remember custom domain name will help to encourage word-of-mouth advertising and help spread your brand faster. If you cannot get your domain name down to one memorable word, you might want to think about joining two words together.

7. Consider all your domain name options

The internet’s been around for decades, but there’s still a strong bias towards choosing a .com domain name extension. So, if you can, you can try and register a .com domain address.

But if the .com domain name you want isn’t available, there are a variety of industry-specific domain extensions available, such as .co, .net, .org, .online and .news. There are also extensions that can clearly show the nature of the business such as .photography, .shop, .coffee and .club.

8. Safeguard your brand

To help further protect your brand, consider registering your domain name with various domain extensions, as well as misspelled versions of your domain name, if you think that might be helpful. This can help to prevent competitors from registering different versions of your domain name, and then using them to pull traffic away from your website.

Once you have found the perfect domain name(s) for your business, it is important to check that the name is not trademarked or copyrighted by another company. It can also help to check that the domain name you want is available on social media sites, by checking social media networks to make sure the name is not already taken, and helpful to have the same name across your website and social platforms for consistency.

And finally, be sure to keep your domain names current and registered, as you do not want the registrations to lapse. Providers, like GoDaddy, offer automatic renewals for domain names to help ensure they do not expire.

Take your time and do it right and your domain name will be a proud representation of your business for many years to come.

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

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The PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in partnership with iProperty launch 11th edition with exciting new honours for ESG

Organisers of the PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in partnership with iProperty today unveiled new dates and details for the programme’s 2024 edition during an exclusive gathering attended by business leaders.

Malaysia’s finest development companies and real estate projects are set be honoured at the celebration of the 11th Annual PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in partnership with iProperty on Friday, 25 October 2024. Around 400 executives and senior professionals are expected to be in attendance at the highly anticipated awards presentation and gala dinner in Kuala Lumpur.

Entries are now accepted via awards.propertyguru.com until 31 May 2024. With a professionally run and supervised judging system, an independent panel of experts will provide their fair, credible perspectives on entrants during the Live Judging Days, set for July 2024.

Consumers in Malaysia will also get the opportunity to voice their preferences through the People’s Choice Awards. For a limited period in July, property seekers will be able to vote for their favourite developers to win the Awards, showcasing the pulse of the Malaysian consumers.

(left to right: Jules Kay, Angela Ong – Head of Sales & Marketing from Malton Berhad, Datuk Zaini Yusoff – Chief Operating Officer from SP Setia Berhad, Kenny Wong (Chief Marketing Officer) from UEM Sunrise, Sheldon Fernandez)

(left to right: Tong Chee Leng (PropertyGuru), Grace Tan (PropertyGuru), Ashraf Othman- Group Director from JL Projects Sdn Bhd)

Entries are now accepted via awards.propertyguru.com until 31 May 2024

Key dates for the 2024 edition:
31 May 2024 – Entries close
1-14 July 2024 – People’s Choice Awards voting period
15-17 July 2024 – Live Judging Days
25 October 2024 – Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
13 December 2024 – Regional Grand Final Gala Presentation in Bangkok, Thailand

Championing ESG

This year’s Awards hold special significance as they introduce five new categories recognising achievements in ESG: Low Carbon Champion, Energy Efficient Champion, Sustainable Design Champion, Sustainable Construction Champion, and Social Impact Champion.

Jules Kay, general manager of PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards and Events, said: “We are delighted to distinguish the finest real estate in Malaysia across a broad spectrum of categories this year. Supported by the leading property portals in Malaysia, PropertyGuru.com.my and iProperty.com.my, the Awards have expanded in 2024 to include new categories, honouring the property developers that are championing environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) throughout the country. These accolades acknowledge the sustainability endeavours and positive impact of premier developers, in line with Malaysia’s push towards attaining the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals. Our Awards not only set the Gold Standard of real estate but also elevate the industry’s commitment to environmental, social, and corporate responsibility, leading to a better future for stakeholders in the property sector.”

The inclusion of the new categories coincides with GreenRE and Malaysia Green Building Council’s (MGBC) appointment as the Official ESG Knowledge Partners of the 2024 Awards. As Malaysia’s leading green building certification bodies, GreenRE and MGBC are instrumental in the development of the judging framework and criteria for the Awards’ ESG categories.

A staunch advocate for a sustainable built environment, GreenRE’s Executive Director Ir. Ashwin Thurairajah joins the 18-member, professional judging panel of the Awards for the first time this year, along with returning judge, MGBC President Ar. Dr. Serina Hijjas.

Datuk Ar. Ezumi Harzani Ismail, chairperson of the independent panel of judges of the Awards and president of the Malaysian Institute of Architects: 2020-2022, said: “It is important for developers to set a high standard in real estate to push the boundaries of conventional design and introduce innovations that set them apart. Participating in the Awards motivates architects and developers to explore novel materials, cutting-edge technologies, and new construction methods that inspire new architecture with a fresh perspective on the possibilities of the built environment. A great development shapes and influences the world we live in, leaving a lasting legacy for years to come, and brings the developer ahead of others.”

HLB, the global network of independent professional accounting firms and business advisers, is entrusted with overseeing the entire judging process and ensuring that it is conducted with integrity and transparency.

Representation for Malaysia

Top winners of the Awards in Malaysia will qualify to compete for regional accolades at the 19th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final 2024 in Bangkok, Thailand on 13 December. Malaysia’s best developers, developments, and designs will contend for the Best in Asia honours with their counterparts from Australia, Cambodia, Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, Greater Niseko (Japan), India, Indonesia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Malaysia was represented with four regional wins at the Grand Final in 2023, led by Perbadanan Kemajuan Negeri Selangor (PKNS), winner of the Best Affordable Homes Developer (Asia) award. Projects by Eastern & Oriental Berhad, Eupe Corporation Berhad, and Sime Darby Property also garnered Best in Asia titles.

As the property market gradually rebounds and environmental awareness spreads among prospective buyers and investors, developments that meet the standards of energy efficiency, functionality, and sustainability are set to spearhead the future Malaysian market.

Informed decisions, economic optimism

According to the PropertyGuru Malaysia Consumer Sentiment Study H1 2024, 77% of property seekers believe that climate change is influencing their purchase decisions while 30% are willing to pay more for a green home.

Despite uncertain expectations for the property market this year, service sectors are expected to continue spearheading economic expansion, according to PropertyGuru’s Malaysia Property Market Outlook 2024. Areas with a robust presence of service sectors are likely to remain appealing to home seekers while infrastructural developments, such as those in Johor and Penang, are expected to drive demand.

The PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in partnership with iProperty.com.my are the most respected and most sought-after real estate industry awards programme in the country. The event is part of the regional PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards series, which marks its 19th year in 2024. The Awards series covers key markets across the region, spanning Southeast Asia, East Asia, South Asia, and Oceania, with exclusive gala dinners and awards ceremonies that represent the most anticipated property events of the year.

Organised by PropertyGuru Group (NYSE: PGRU), Southeast Asia’s leading property technology company, the 11th PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in partnership with iProperty are supported by official portal partners PropertyGuru.com.my and iProperty.com.my; official ESG knowledge partners GreenRE and Malaysia Green Building Council; official magazine Property Report by PropertyGuru; media partners Kopi & Property, Marketing In Asia, Niaga Times, Penang Property Talk, The Malaysia Voice, and Top 10 Malaysia; and official supervisor HLB.

For more information, email awards@propertyguru.com or visit the official website: AsiaPropertyAwards.com.

ABOUT PROPERTYGURU ASIA PROPERTY AWARDS:

PropertyGuru’s Asia Property Awards are the region’s most exclusive and prestigious real estate awards programme. The Asia Property Awards are recognised as the ultimate hallmark of excellence in the Asian property sector. Boasting an independent panel of industry experts and trusted supervisors, the Awards have an unparalleled reputation for being credible, ethical, fair, and transparent.

Since launching in 2005, the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards have been presented to outstanding developers, developments, and designs in the region’s most dynamic property markets. The exciting gala events welcome senior industry leaders and top media, as well as reach property agents and consumers via live streaming. Recognising excellence within each Asian market with a variety of categories, including green and sustainable development, each local awards programme will culminate in the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final, which takes place after the PropertyGuru Asia Real Estate Summit during PropertyGuru Week in December 2024.

For more information, please visit AsiaPropertyAwards.com

ABOUT PROPERTYGURU GROUP:

PropertyGuru is Southeast Asia’s leading PropTech company, and the preferred destination for over 37 million property seekers to connect with almost 59,000 agents monthly3 to find their dream home. PropertyGuru empowers property seekers with more than 2.9 million real estate listings4, in-depth insights, and solutions that enable them to make confident property decisions across Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam.

PropertyGuru.com.sg was launched in Singapore in 2007 and since then, PropertyGuru Group has made the property journey a transparent one for property seekers in Southeast Asia. In the last 15 years, PropertyGuru has grown into a high-growth PropTech company with a robust portfolio including leading property marketplaces and award-winning mobile apps across its core markets; mortgage marketplace, PropertyGuru Finance; home services platform, Sendhelper; a host of proprietary enterprise solutions under PropertyGuru For Business including DataSense, ValueNet, Awards, events and publications across Asia.

For more information, please visit: PropertyGuruGroup.com; PropertyGuru Group on LinkedIn.

Footnotes & Citation:
(1) Based on SimilarWeb data between April 2023 and September 2023.
(2) Based on Google Analytics data between April 2023 and September 2023.
(3) Based on data between July 2023 and September 2023.
(4) Based on data between April 2023 and September 2023.

Group: Key Statistics as of November 2023
* Property seekers: 37 million
* No. of agents: 59,000
* Real estate listings: 2.9 million

Strong Category Leadership Drives Long-Term Growth Opportunities
As of September 30, 2023, PropertyGuru continued its Engagement Market Share*
* Singapore: 83% – 6.2x the closest peer
* Malaysia: 92% – 12.8x the closest peer
* Vietnam: 80% – 4.0x the closest peer
* Thailand: 51% – 1.7x the closest peer

*Based on SimilarWeb data between April 2023 and September 2023.

PROPERTYGURU CONTACTS:

General Enquiries:
Richard Allan Aquino, Head of Brand & Marketing Services
M: +66 92 954 4154
E: allan@propertyguru.com

Sales & Nominations:
June Fong, Events Director & Head of Awards (Malaysia)
M: +6019-319 0127
E: june.fong@iproperty.com.my

Media & Partnerships:
Nate Dacua, Media Relations & Marketing Services Manager
M: +66 92 701 2519
E: nate@propertyguru.com

Q&M Dental Group recorded growth in both Revenue and Net Profit after tax attributable to parent of S$182.7 million and S$11.5 million respectively for FY2023

Mainboard listed Q & M Dental Group Limited (“ the Group” or “the company” and together with its subsidiaries, the “Group”) reported total revenue of S$182.7 million and profit after tax attributable to parent of S$11.5 million for the 12 months ended 31 December 2023 (“FY2023”).

Dr Ng Chin Siau, Group Chief Executive Officer of Q & M, said, “We are heartened by the improvement in the numbers overall for FY2023 despite the macroenvironment impact of relatively high inflation rate, high interest rates and a generally challenging business environment. The resilience of Q&M’s Core Healthcare Business is once again being well-demonstrated and is a testament to strategies and processes we have put in place. We will continue to focus on organic growth within the Group’s strong network in Singapore and Malaysia and also optimising our existing clinics to obtain better outcomes in service and overall productivity.

FY2023 Financials

Core Healthcare Business Revenue increased from S$172.1 million for FY2022 to S$176.2 million for FY2023, mainly from higher revenue contribution from Singapore dental clinics that was offset by lower revenue contribution from Singapore medical clinics, deconsolidation of the Shanghai Chuangyi in June 2023 and the impact of the weakening Malaysian Ringgit for the Group’s operations in Malaysia. The Group’s medical laboratory business was also impacted by lower demand for Covid-19 testing now that the Covid-19 virus has entered the endemic stage.

Aoxin Q & M Dental Limited (“Aoxin Q &M”), a 32.8% owned associate’ company of Q & M reversed from a loss in second half of 2022 to a profit in second half financial year of 2023 (“2H2023”), resulting in Q & M recording a share of profit from equity-accounted associate of S$0.1 million in 2H2023. Comparing FY2023 with FY2022, share of loss in Aoxin Q & M, decreased by S$0.5 million for the same reason give above.

Net cash flow generated from operating activities was S$33.5 million for FY2023. This is mainly attributable to operating cash flow before changes in working capital offset by increase on working capital. Net cash used in investing activities in FY2023 amounted to S$7.2 million, mainly due to purchase of plant and equipment for the existing dental clinics and cost of developing the Artificial Intelligence (AI) guided clinical decision support system. Net cash used in financing activities in FY2023 was S$32.0 million, mainly due to repayment of lease liabilities arising from right-of-use assets, repayment of bank loans, dividend payment to shareholders.

As at 31 December 2023, Q & M has cash and cash equivalents of S$34.0 million and bank borrowings plus finance leases amounting to S$80.3 million.

Net Aset Value attributable to owners of parent is S$99.1 million as at 31 December 2023 compared to S$96.5 million a year ago, an increase of 3%. Net assets value per ordinary share increased to 10.5 Singapore cents as at 31 December 2023 from 10.2 cents a year ago.

Dividend

The Board of Directors of Q & M declared a second interim dividend of 0.53 Singapore cent per ordinary share for 2H2023. The Group paid a 0.16 Singapore cent dividend for 1H2023. The total dividend thus works out to 0.69 Singapore cents for FY2023, with a payout ratio of 57%. The dividend will be paid on 26 March 2024.

Recent Developments

Investment by EM2AI Professionals Holdco Pte. Ltd. Into EM2AI Pte. Ltd. as an Interested Person Transaction

On 25 January 2024, Q & M entered into a joint venture agreement with EM2AI Professional Holdco Pte. Ltd. and its wholly-owned subsidiary, EM2AI Pte Ltd., in which EM2AI Professional Holdco Pte. Ltd. has agreed to invest S$1.6 million of fresh funds into EM2AI for an effective shareholding interest of 51% in EM2AI. In additional, EM2AI Professional Holdco Pte. Ltd. has also agreed to provide an interest free loan of S$3.7 million to EM2AI Pte Ltd.

The investment was undertaken to derive the following benefits for the Group:

a) Strengthen the Group’s financial position and improve its cash flow as EM2AI is a loss-making company and its activities require significant capital investment, specifically in the area of research and development (R&D). With this investment, the primary responsibility for providing cash flow to EM2AI will be shifted to the EM2AI Professional HoldCo Pte Ltd. Funds saved by the Company in respect of further funding requirements of EM2AI can be deployed by the Group to its core activities;

b) By divesting majority control of EM2AI, the Group will effectively minimise its capital investment in EM2AI during its growth stage. The Group, with its minority stake, will benefit from the growth of EM2AI without having to invest substantially into EM2AI;

c) There are certain risks and uncertainties associated with AI-empowered solutions and businesses along with intensive working capital requirements. It is thus difficult to estimate when the business will become ultimately profitable. The investment will allow the Group to mitigate some of the associated risks and at the same time continue to participate in the growth of EM2AI.

Looking ahead

While we are focused on sustainable growth for the Group, we are also mindful of the values and philosophy by which the organisation abides by. Fundamental to this is a responsibility to be the very best in all we do when it comes to the care we offer and the smiles that we create because of our commitment to our stakeholders to the saying:

We strive to build a strong and holistic platform upon which our future growth can be firmly established with particular emphasis on the following strategic thrusts:

1. Strengthening the basics

The Group has always placed strong emphasis on conducting business based on the long term outlook that is ethical and sustainable for both our patients and the Group.

2. Improving efficiency- reducing costs and wastage

Starting in 2023, Q&M is now organised with area management teams that include dentists, nurses, operations and finance personnel to improve overall cost and operational efficiencies, reduce overlaps while also empowering Area Managers to make improvements on the ground. We believe this will improve staff motivation and morale throughout the organisation.

3. Q&M College

As of 4th quarter of 2023, the Group has made it mandatory to attend certain technical training courses for our dentists at the Q.& M College as part of our continuous effort to always maintain the highest standards of skill and expertise and at the same time, refresh the skills of our dentists to improve the overall standard of care throughout the organisation.

4. Artificial Intelligence and Dentistry 3.0

In the dynamic landscape of dentistry, embracing the ethos of a learning organization is paramount for continued growth and innovation. Q & M is a learning organisation made up of employees skilled at creating, acquiring, and transferring knowledge. This is very much part of our Company DNA since day one. With technological advances alongside a fast-changing world, any firm that remains stationary is doomed to oblivion.

Just as Dentistry 3.0 heralds a new era of patient-centric care and technological advancement, so too must our organisation evolve into a hub of continuous learning and adaptation. Imagine a collaborative ecosystem where dental professionals engage in interdisciplinary dialogues, harnessing the latest research and technological breakthroughs to refine their craft and elevate patient outcomes. In this vision, our company becomes not merely a provider of dental healthcare, but a catalyst for industry-wide transformation. By fostering a culture of curiosity, experimentation, and knowledge-sharing, we not only stay ahead of the curve but actively shape its trajectory.

Our investment in Artificial Intelligence is not merely paying lip-service to an emerging trend but yields real world benefits in terms of ethical dentistry that will ultimately result in positive outcomes and experiences both for the dentists and also our patients. Patients armed with more knowledge can also make better informed decisions in consultation with their dentists and dentists can leverage on the data-centric recommendations for the most appropriate treatment plans every time.

5. Expanding our brand- Singapore and Southeast Asia

Q & M is embarking on an intensive strategy for organic growth in our network of dental clinics, bolstering its team of dentists to support future operations in Singapore and Malaysia. Concurrently, we will enhance our digital clinical decision support system to deliver ethical and optimal treatment plans for patients.

With rising standards of living and increased expectations for dental healthcare, particularly in Singapore, the Group is poised to meet the growing demand for both primary and specialised dental services.

Expanding beyond Singapore, the Group seeks to establish a sustainable growth pillar through organic expansion within the burgeoning private dental healthcare market of Southeast Asia. We aim to extend the reach of the Q & M brand and expertise beyond current borders, leveraging our premium reputation and brand for quality products and services. This expansion will be executed with careful and decisive precision, positioning us to export our proficiency regionally.

6. Giving Back through serving the community- Free Dental Clinic @Chai Chee

The Free Dental Clinic which was launched in July 2023 has become a tremendous platform for Q & M to give back to the community, serving to cement the bond between dentists and nurses with the community from all over Singapore. The Group is heartened by the willingness of so many to step up to volunteer their time and expertise to help and benefit those who might otherwise have limited access to good quality dental healthcare.

Since its opening in July 2023 to 31 Dec 2023, the Free Dental Clinic has had the privilege of serving around 220 patients in the community. Of these, more than 90 patients were over 60 years old as well as young children under 12 years of age. We look forward with excitement to serving a larger number of our community in the year ahead.

This press release is read in conjunction with Q & M’s FY2023 results release on SGXNET.

Footnotes:

1. Core Healthcare Business excludes contributions from the Group’s medical laboratory, other gains, other losses and expenses incurred on the development of the Group’s digital Artificial Intelligence (AI) guided clinical decision support system as well as rental rebates received from the Singapore Government.

2. EBITDA refers to earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation.

3. PATMI refers to profit after tax and minority interest (aka Profit attributable to parent).

About Q & M Dental Group (Singapore) Limited (QC7.SI)

Q & M Dental Group (Singapore) Limited (QC7.SI) (“Q & M” or together with its subsidiaries, the “Group”) is a leading private dental healthcare group in Asia.

The Group owns the largest network of private dental outlets in Singapore, operating 105 dental outlets across the country. Underpinned by about 270 experienced dentists and over 350 supporting staff, the Group sees an average of 40,000 patient visits a month in Singapore. The Group also operates 5 medical clinics and a dental supplies and equipment distribution company.

Outside of Singapore, the Group has 44 dental clinics and a dental supplies and equipment distribution company in Malaysia. Q & M is also the substantial shareholder of Aoxin Q & M Dental Group Limited, a dental Group listed on the Catalist board of the Singapore Exchange that operates dental clinics and hospitals primarily in the north-eastern region of the PRC. The Group aims to expand its operations geographically and vertically through the value chain in Malaysia, the PRC and within the ASEAN region.

The Q & M College of Dentistry was established in 2019 to offer postgraduate dental education as part of its commitment to continual education and professional development of dentists. It offers Singapore’s first private postgraduate diploma programme in clinical dentistry.

In 2020, the Group expanded into the medical laboratories and research industry with the strategic investment into Acumen Diagnostics Pte. Ltd. (“Acumen”). Currently, Acumen focuses on developing its range of medical research, tests and solutions to secure viable patents and to achieve successful commercialisation of the medical products in the near future.

The Group was listed on the Mainboard of the Singapore Exchange Securities Trading Limited (“SGX- ST”) on 26 November 2009.

For more information on the Group, please visit www.QandMDental.com.sg

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Award Winning Creative Director Guan Hin Tay Unveils Pioneering Book ‘COLLIDE: Embracing Conflict to Boost Creativity,’ Published by Penguin Random House SEA

Guan Hin Tay, esteemed creative director and thought leader, unveiled his highly anticipated book “COLLIDE: Embracing Conflict to Boost Creativity” during a captivating launch event held at the Book Bar, 57 Duxton Rd, Singapore 089521. Among the attendees were esteemed Book Bar Founder Alex Chua, along with a gathering of friends and well-wishers, marking a momentous occasion in the realm of creativity and innovation.

Published by Penguin Random House SEA, “COLLIDE” challenges conventional thinking by presenting a fresh perspective on creativity in the digital age. With a focus on harnessing conflict as a catalyst for innovation, the book offers a unique framework for navigating the complexities of the creative process.

“At its core, ‘COLLIDE’ is about embracing tension and harnessing it as a driving force for creative breakthroughs,” said Guan Hin Tay. “By exploring the intersections of seemingly disparate ideas, we can unlock new realms of possibility and drive meaningful change,” he adds. The book unveils a holistic framework for nurturing creative tension, encapsulated in the acronym “COLLIDE,” representing Context, Opportunity, Learning, Leverage, Ideate, Develop, and Execute.

Featuring a foreword by Merlee Jayme, CHAIRMOM, Founder of The MISFITS CAMP, and exclusive interviews with industry luminaries including Fredrik Haren, David Guerrero, Valerie Madon, and Asia’s top social media influencer Ng Ming Wei, “COLLIDE” offers practical insights and inspirational anecdotes to empower readers to unleash their creative potential.

Praise for “COLLIDE” has been effusive, with industry leaders hailing it as a transformative guide to innovation:

– Paul Kemp-Robertson, Chief Content Officer at LIONS, Co-Founder at Contagious: “Guan presents a compelling case for the indispensable role of innovation in various aspects of life and work.”

– Russel Wong, Hollywood Celebrity Photographer: “Guan’s book presents an enjoyable method, illustrating how true innovation arises from the clash of ideas.”

– Andrew Robertson, President & CEO, BBDO Worldwide: “Collide is more than a guide; it’s an invitation to break the barriers to our creativity.”

– Sonja Piontek, CSP, Former Director of Marketing BMW Asia, Best Selling Author: “Guan Hin brilliantly encapsulates what it means to be a true innovator.”

– Troy Ruhanen, President & CEO, TBWA/Worldwide: “Collide empowers readers to harness their creativity in groundbreaking ways.”

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About Guan Hin Tay

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About Penguin Random House SEA

Penguin Random House SEA is a leading publisher committed to delivering exceptional literary works that inspire, educate, and entertain readers across Southeast Asia. Penguin Random House SEA promotes a culture of reading and lifelong learning in the region with a diverse portfolio of titles spanning fiction, non-fiction, and children’s literature.

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Doubleview Gold Corp. Announces Significant Copper and Gold Intervals, Including 6.94% Copper and 8.29 g/t Gold (11.27% Cu Eq[-Sc]) Over 4 meters, from South Lisle and Main Lisle Zones of Hat Porphyry Polymetallic Deposit

Doubleview Gold Corp. (TSXV: DBG) (OTCQB: DBLVF) (FSE: A1W038) (the “Company or “Doubleview”) is pleased to announce analyses from the final five Hat Property drill holes of the 2023 drill campaign. Drill holes H067 and H068 in the South Lisle Zone returned very significant intervals of copper and gold values that add important length and grade dimensions to the porphyry deposit. Drill holes H069 and H070, in the main Lisle zone, were strategically placed to verify and expand our exploration model and have increased the mineralization and shown near-surface continuation. The enhanced volume of mineralization will be reflected in the estimates included in the Maiden Resource Estimate (MRE) currently being prepared.

The Hat Porphyry project is located in the prolific “Golden Triangle” of the Stikine mining district of northwestern British Columbia, Canada, and is in a territory that hosts several large base and precious metal deposits. In addition to copper and gold, the Hat Deposit contains several critical metals, including Cobalt, and Scandium.

Mr. Farshad Shirvani, President and CEO, comments that “The 2023 program of drilling comprised almost 11,000 metres of drilling that explored and extended the Lisle deposit to west, south and southwest, enabled new interpretation of the deposit orientation and model, and revealed a new gold-silver-cobalt-rich area. Several previously unconnected mineral zones were joined and over-all dimensions were increased. A 4 meter section of hole H067 returned a remarkable 6.94% copper and 8.29 g/t gold (11.27% Cu Eq[-Sc] “Cu Eq calculated excluding Sc content”). Data for the Maiden Resource Estimate (MRE) were compiled and forwarded to an outside, arm’s length, consultant. When completed the MRE will be published and mark a very material progression in our development of the Hat deposit”.

South Lisle Zone:

Drill holes H067 and H068 returned strong Copper and Gold mineralization consistent with that reported from hole H034 and confirmed the apparent trend of mineralization to deeper and higher concentrations in the Lisle South area.

Drill hole H067:

Hole H067 intersected significant Gold and Copper mineralization over its entire length from 9 meters depth (see Table 1):

537.8 meters of 0.24g/t Au plus 0.17% Cu (0.34% Cu Eq[-Sc])
Including: 210.4 meters of 0.47g/t Au plus 0.47% Cu (0.64% Cu Eq[-Sc])
Including: 113.3 meters of 0.75g/t Au plus 0.52% Cu (1.01% Cu Eq[-Sc])
Including: 48.0 meters of 1.60g/t Au plus 1.03% Cu (2.01% Cu Eq[-Sc])
Including: 25.0 meters of 3.03g/t Au plus 1.95% Cu (3.77% Cu Eq[-Sc])

Drill hole H068:

Hole H068 intersected mineralization from near surface to total 618 meters, including stronger values at depth

103.0 meters of 0.20g/t Au plus 0.38% Cu (0.48% Cu Eq[-Sc])
Including: 67.0 meters of 0.27g/t Au plus 0.49% Cu (0.63% Cu Eq[-Sc])

Table 1: Significant South Lisle Zone Hole H067 and H068 assay intercepts

DDH	From (m)	To (m)	Length (m)	Ag (g/t)	Au (g/t)	Co (g/t)	Cu (%)	Sc (g/t)	Cu Eq (%) incl Sc₂O₃
H067	9	546.8	537.8	0.27	0.24	102.0	0.17	31.8	1.10
Inc.	9.0	366.0	357.0	0.33	0.33	128.5	0.21	30.7	1.18
Inc.	93.7	304.0	210.4	0.48	0.47	170.0	0.32	30.3	1.37
Inc.	110.0	339.0	229.0	0.45	0.48	176.5	0.31	29.6	1.35
Inc.	196.0	309.3	113.3	0.54	0.75	235.0	0.52	26.7	1.65
Or	267.0	315.0	48.0	0.76	1.60	337.5	1.03	23.5	2.57
Inc.	279.0	304.0	25.0	1.41	3.03	571.3	1.95	19.6	4.24
Inc.	298.0	302.0	4.0	3.61	8.29	714.1	6.94	16.0	11.65
H068	21.0	618.0	597.0	0.24	0.10	75.1	0.12	34.4	1.01
Inc.	198.0	362.5	164.5	0.18	0.14	102.9	0.09	31.6	0.97
Inc.	202.0	229.0	27.0	0.47	0.40	278.8	0.25	28.3	1.26
And	488.0	591.0	103.0	0.71	0.20	84.6	0.38	35.3	1.33
Inc.	504.0	571.0	67.0	0.95	0.27	102.9	0.49	32.3	1.41
Notes: – Metal equivalents should not be relied upon for future evaluations. – Drill hole intercepts included in this news release are core lengths that may or may not be true widths of mineralization. It is not possible to determine true widths. **Copper Equivalent [ Cu Eq (%) incl Sc₂O₃] is estimated using the following metal values and equations: – *CuEq(%) =(Ag(g/t) x Price_Ag x Rec_Ag/31.1035 + Au(g/t) x Price_Au x Rec_Au/31.1035 + Co(%) x Price_Co x Rec_Co x 22.0462 + Cu(%)x Price_Cu x Rec_Cu x 22.0462 + Sc(g/t) x Price_Sc x Rec_Sc x Sc_con) / (Price_Cu x 22.0462) – Price_Ag = $22.20/troy oz, Price_Au=$1,812.14/ troy oz, Price_Co = $23.30/lb, Price_Cu = $3.84/lb, Price_Sc = $1.5/g – Rec_Ag = 68% , Rec_Au = 89% , Rec_Co = 78%, Rec_Cu = 84% , Rec_Sc = 88%

Main Lisle Zone:

Drill holes H069 and H070 explored near-surface mineralization and filled a gap between the hole H022-H023 area and hole H034, an area of strong values. Drill hole H071 significantly extended H034 mineralization. Table 2 includes significant intervals.

Drill hole H069: Intersected 411m of mineralization from near surface including several intervals of note:

253 meters 0.14g/t Au plus 0.21% Cu (0.30% Cu Eq[-Sc])
Including:
- 135 meters of 0.18g/t Au plus 0.30% Cu (0.40% Cu Eq[-Sc])
- 115 meters of 0.20g/t Au plus 0.33% Cu (0.43% Cu Eq[-Sc])
- 52.4 meters of 0.18g/t Au plus 0.44% Cu (0.50% Cu Eq[-Sc])

Drill hole H070: Intersected long intervals of mineralization with uniformly elevated gold values and sections of strong cobalt.

158.5 meters 0.26g/t Au plus 0.17% Cu (0.35% Cu Eq[-Sc])
Including:
- 133.4 meters of 0.31g/t Au plus 0.20% Cu (0.40% Cu Eq[-Sc])
- 96.0 meters of 0.40g/t Au plus 0.25% Cu (0.50% Cu Eq[-Sc])

Drill hole H071: Intersected long intervals of moderate copper, gold and silver values and 1m with very high silver, gold, cobalt and copper.

207.9 meters 0.17g/t Au plus 0.17% Cu (0.29% Cu Eq[-Sc])
Including:
- 24.9 meters of 0.45g/t Au plus 0.13% Cu (0.43% Cu Eq[-Sc])
- 82.0 meters of 0.18g/t Au plus 0.29% Cu (0.39% Cu Eq[-Sc])
- 1.0 meters of 2.31g/t Au plus 2.01% Cu (3.44% Cu Eq[-Sc])

Table 2. Significant South Lisle Zone Hole H069 and H070 and H071 assay intercepts

DDH	From (m)	To (m)	Length (m)	Ag (g/t)	Au (g/t)	Co (g/t)	Cu (%)	Sc (g/t)	Cu Eq (%) incl Sc₂O₃
H069	39.0	450.0	411.0	0.36	0.12	63.1	0.15	23.1	0.78
Inc.	159.0	412.0	253.0	0.45	0.14	68.8	0.21	22.2	0.83
Inc.	232.0	410.0	178.0	0.57	0.16	64.5	0.25	20.1	0.82
Inc.	232.0	367.0	135.0	0.67	0.18	66.4	0.30	19.9	0.87
Inc.	252.0	367.0	115.0	0.76	0.20	70.8	0.33	19.3	0.89
Inc.	301.0	353.4	52.4	1.15	0.18	47.3	0.44	14.8	0.86
H070	49.0	207.5	158.5	0.44	0.26	88.0	0.17	24.4	0.93
Inc.	58.0	191.4	133.4	0.49	0.31	93.4	0.20	23.8	0.97
Or	24.0	138.0	114.0	0.47	0.30	83.6	0.15	23.5	0.91
Inc.	93.0	189.0	96.0	0.56	0.40	93.4	0.25	23.6	1.06
Inc.	126.0	134.0	8.0	1.90	2.01	332.9	0.78	20.9	2.55
Inc.	288.0	290.0	2.0	7.03	0.47	555.0	2.64	15.7	3.19
H071	141.0	414.0	273.0	0.30	0.15	84.0	0.16	26.5	0.90
Inc.	175.1	200.0	24.9	0.25	0.45	76.9	0.13	26.2	1.05
Inc.	298.0	380.0	82.0	0.49	0.18	82.0	0.29	25.1	0.99
Inc.	304.0	305.0	1.0	4.03	2.31	669.0	2.01	12.7	3.75
Notes: – Metal equivalents should not be relied upon for future evaluations. – Drill hole intercepts included in this news release are core lengths that may or may not be true widths of mineralization. It is not possible to determine true widths. **Copper Equivalent [ Cu Eq (%) incl Sc₂O₃] is estimated using the following metal values and equations: – *CuEq(%) =(Ag(g/t) x Price_Ag x Rec_Ag/31.1035 + Au(g/t) x Price_Au x Rec_Au/31.1035 + Co(%) x Price_Co x Rec_Co x 22.0462 + Cu(%)x Price_Cu x Rec_Cu x 22.0462 + Sc(g/t) x Price_Sc x Rec_Sc x Sc_con) / (Price_Cu x 22.0462) – Price_Ag = $22.20/troy oz, Price_Au=$1,812.14/ troy oz, Price_Co = $23.30/lb, Price_Cu = $3.84/lb, Price_Sc = $1.5/g – Rec_Ag = 68% , Rec_Au = 89% , Rec_Co = 78%, Rec_Cu = 84% , Rec_Sc = 88%

Table 3. Drill Hole Data

Drill Hole ID	UTM – East	UTM – North	Elevation (m)	Max-Depth (m)	Azimuth (°)	Dip (°)	Area
H067	347,866	6,453,619	938.0	549.0	300.0	-60.3	South Lisle (Gold Rich Zone)
H068	347,866	6,453,619	938.0	618.0	310.0	-68.5	South Lisle (Gold Rich Zone)
H069	347,865	6,453,953	956.5	459.0	18.0	-75.0	Main Lisle Zone
H070	347,866	6,453,953	956.5	600.0	55.0	-70.0	Main Lisle Zone
H071	347,866	6,453,953	956.5	411.0	170.0	-70.0	South Lisle (Gold Rich Zone)

Figure 1 : Drill Plan with IP Chargeability (at 700m masl)

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Figure 2A. Vertical Section (A-A’) along the drill holes H067, H068 at South Lisle Zone

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Figure 2B. Vertical Section (B-B’) along the drill holes H069, H070, H071 at Main Lisle Zone

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Scandium:

Scandium, one of the rarest metals, is deemed “critical” by Canadian and American federal governments. The Hat deposit is one of a small number of North American deposits that potentially contains significant amounts of scandium:

Scandium is utilized in various industries due to its unique properties, especially when alloyed with aluminum. Applications take advantage of scandium’s ability to enhance the strength, durability, and thermal resistance of aluminum, making the resultant alloy ideal for aerospace, military, and automotive industries. Additionally, scandium finds applications in the manufacturing of solid oxide fuel cells, where it serves as a critical component due to its electrical conductivity and heat resistance. These fuel cells are used in power generation with high efficiency and low emissions. Other industries that benefit from the use of scandium include lighting, electronics, and 3D printing, leveraging its capacity to improve the performance of materials and components within these sectors.

Quality Assurance and Quality Control:

Core samples were prepared at the North Vancouver facility of ALS Canada Ltd. using their PREP-31, PGM-ICP24, ME-MS61, and ME-ICP06 packages. Each core sample is dried, then crushed to 70% passing a 2mm screen. All material is processed in an automatic Riffle splitter to yield a 250g homogenized, representative sample. This sub-sample is then pulverized to 85% passing a 75-micron screen. All samples are analyzed for Au, Pt, Pd by 50g fire-assay fusion/ICP-ES finish, using PGM-ICP24 package. A separate 0.25g pulp split is analyzed by Four Acid digestion/ICP-MS finish, reporting 48 elements. Over limit elements are analyzed by Ore Grade Four Acid digestion/ICP-ES finish using ME-OG62 assay package. All of Doubleview’s core samples are analyzed or assayed at independent ISO 17025 and ISO 9001- certified laboratories.

Doubleview maintains a website at www.doubleview.ca.

Qualified Persons:

Erik Ostensoe, P. Geo., a consulting geologist, and Doubleview’s Qualified Person with respect to the Hat Project as defined by National Instrument 43-101 Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects, has reviewed, and approved the technical contents of this news release. He is not independent of Doubleview as he is a shareholder in the company.

Cautionary Note: Although a mineral resource estimation is currently being prepared by an independent engineering firm, no mineral resources have been estimated at the Hat Property and there is no assurance that further work will result in the Lisle Zone, or other zones if present, being classified as mineral resources.

About Doubleview Gold Corp

Doubleview Gold Corp., a mineral resource exploration and development company, is based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, and is publicly traded on the TSX-Venture Exchange (TSXV: DBG) (OTCQB: DBLVF) (GER: A1W038) (FSE: 1D4). Doubleview identifies, acquires and finances precious and base metal exploration projects in North America, particularly in British Columbia. Doubleview increases shareholder value through acquisition and exploration of quality gold, copper and silver properties and the application of advanced state-of-the-art exploration methods. The Company’s portfolio of strategic properties provides diversification and mitigates investment risks.

On behalf of the Board of Directors,
Farshad Shirvani, President & Chief Executive Officer

For further information please contact:
Doubleview Gold Corp
Vancouver, BC Farshad Shirvani
President & CEO

T: (604) 678-9587
E: corporate@doubleview.ca

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Certain of the statements made and information contained herein may constitute “forward-looking information.” In particular references to the private placement and future work programs or expectations on the quality or results of such work programs are subject to risks associated with operations on the property, exploration activity generally, equipment limitations and availability, as well as other risks that we may not be currently aware of. Accordingly, readers are advised not to place undue reliance on forward-looking information. Except as required under applicable securities legislation, the Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

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Triumph by foundit Unveils Opportunities for Diversity Hiring in Malaysia

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

About foundit – APAC & Middle East

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

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

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

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

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

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

About foundit – APAC & Middle East

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

Triumph by foundit Unveils Opportunities for Diverse and Inclusive Hiring in Singapore

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

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

Building a diverse workforce is a significant part of any organization today. Following the rebranding from Monster to foundit, the company’s key focus has been building a broader talent base across multiple geographies. Given foundit’s unparalleled reach in SEA, foundit aspires to attract over 50K registrations, and foster engagement with around 2.4 million existing women profiles . The highlight of conducting Triumph in Singapore is to ensure more women participate and be a part of the workforce. In the dynamic job market of 2023, there has been a noteworthy 25% surge in job opportunities specifically for individuals within the diverse talent pool, reflecting a positive shift towards greater inclusivity and recognition of the unique skills and perspectives that diverse candidates bring to the workforce. In Singapore, many factors, ranging from social standards to underlying economic conditions, influence women’s access to employment and economic opportunities. To increase the employment rate of women, the Singapore government has already started initiatives and programs focused on nurturing and supporting women’s talent. Be it the creation of an entrepreneur network, mentorship programs, or women returning to work initiatives, it’s necessary to welcome women’s empowerment and embrace equity in the workforce. The 25% increase reflects a proactive effort by organisations to tap into a broader talent pool, ensuring that opportunities are accessible to individuals from various demographic and cultural backgrounds.

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

About foundit – APAC & Middle East

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

Contact:
Namrata Sharma
Namrata.sharma@adfactorspr.com
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Doubleview Drilling Continues to Extend the “Gold Rich Zone” Within the South Lisle Zone

Doubleview Gold Corp. (TSXV: DBG) (OTCQB: DBLVF) (FSE: A1W038) (the “Company or “Doubleview”) is pleased to announce analyses from three Hat Property drill holes. The Hat Porphyry project is located in the Stikine mining district of northwestern British Columbia, Canada and contains several of North American critical metals including Copper, Cobalt and Scandium. The 2023 program of drilling explored and confirmed southern and southwestern continuations of the Lisle zone of porphyry-style mineralization and showed strong metal values and broad dimensions, as well as a previously unrevealed area of high gold and cobalt values. Assay data from an additional five drill holes will be released as soon as it has been confirmed.

Drill hole H064:

213.7 meters 0.21g/t Au (1.05% Cu Eq) from near surface intercept, And
2.0 meters 2.85g/t Au, 254 g/t Co, and 1.38% Cu intercept

Drill hole H065:

195 meters 0.20g/t Au (1.01% Cu Eq) from near surface
- And includes 64 meters 0.32g/t Au and %0.21 Cu (1.33% Cu Eq)

Or,

104.4 meters Au at 0.25 g/t Au and 0.19%Cu (1.11% Cu Eq)
- And includes 18 meters near surface 0.95g/t Au and 0.57% Cu (2.3% Cu Eq)

Drill hole H066:

18 meters 2.03% Cu, 0.16 g/t Au and 389.7g/t Co (2.53% Cu Eq)
97 meters 0.44% Cu, 0.13 g/t Au and 159.5g/t Co (1.05% Cu Eq)

Table 1. includes significant assay intercepts – DH H-064, H-065 and H-066.

DDH	From (m)	To (m)	Length (m)	Ag (g/t)	Au (g/t)	Co (g/t)	Cu (%)	Sc (g/t)	Cu Eq (%) incl Sc₂O₃
H064	12.0	450.0	438.0	0.17	0.12	64.2	0.05	33.1	0.93
Incl.	12.0	375.0	363.0	0.19	0.14	6.9	0.05	32.8	0.95
Incl.	43.5	257.2	213.7	0.25	0.21	7.5	0.07	34.6	1.05
Incl.	43.5	205.5	162.0	0.26	0.25	78.3	0.07	37.2	1.14
Incl.	43.5	99.0	55.5	0.52	0.46	8.8	0.14	42.3	1.45
Incl.	55.0	99.0	44.0	0.55	0.46	97.4	0.16	43.5	1.50
Incl.	97.0	99.0	2.0	4.14	2.85	584.5	1.38	40.4	4.17
Incl.	252.0	257.2	5.2	0.78	0.29	11.7	0.25	20.7	0.94
H065	6.0	414.0	408.0	0.31	0.12	55.2	0.08	26.6	0.80
Incl.	6.0	225.0	219.0	0.51	0.19	65.4	0.12	30.7	0.98
or	24.0	219.0	195.0	0.55	0.20	67.0	0.13	30.8	1.01
Incl.	24.0	88.0	64.0	1.01	0.32	60.3	0.21	38.9	1.33
Incl.	54.0	158.4	104.4	0.84	0.25	64.6	0.19	31.9	1.11
Incl.	54.0	72.0	18.0	2.93	0.95	91.8	0.57	38.0	2.03
H066	9.0	595.0	586.0	0.34	0.07	77.0	0.11	30.0	0.90
Incl.	96.0	110.0	14.0	0.45	0.25	128.8	0.12	35.0	1.15
Incl.	314.0	510.0	196.0	0.70	0.07	109.6	0.23	25.7	0.91
Incl.	407.0	504.0	97.0	1.32	0.11	159.5	0.44	22.3	1.05
Incl.	408.0	485.0	77.0	1.53	0.13	174.3	0.53	21.5	1.13
Incl.	468.0	486.0	18.0	5.97	0.16	389.7	2.03	21.2	2.53
Notes: – Metal equivalents should not be relied upon for future evaluations. – Drill hole intercepts included in this news release are core lengths that may or may not be true widths of mineralization. It is not possible to determine true widths. *Copper Equivalent (CuEq%) is estimated using the following metal values and equations: – CuEq(%) =(Ag(g/t) x Price_Ag x Rec_Ag/31.1035 + Au(g/t) x Price_Au x Rec_Au/31.1035 + Co(%) x Price_Co x Rec_Co x 22.0462 + Cu(%)x Price_Cu x Rec_Cu x 22.0462 + Sc(g/t) x Price_Sc x Rec_Sc x Sc_con) / (Price_Cu x 22.0462) – Price_Ag = $22.20/troy oz, Price_Au=$1,812.14/ troy oz, Price_Co = $23.30/lb, Price_Cu = $3.84/lb, Price_Sc = $1.5/g – Rec_Ag = 68% , Rec_Au = 89% , Rec_Co = 78%, Rec_Cu = 84% , Rec_Sc = 88%

Mr. Shirvani, President and CEO of Doubleview, commented: “These latest drill holes confirm the very impressive dimensions of the Hat deposit and the persistent strong values in copper, gold, cobalt, silver and scandium, all of which are important in the global effort to identify and produce metals vital to new and developing technologies to supplement or replace traditional energy sources.”

Figures 1 illustrates vertical projections of drill holes H064 to H066.

Figure 1. Vertical Section along the drill holes

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Figure 2. Drill Plan

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Table 2. Drill Hole Data

Drill Hole ID	UTM – East	UTM – North	Elevation	Max-Depth	Azimuth	Dip	Area
H064	347,866	6,453,619	938.8	453	135	-60	Lisle South
H065	347,866	6,453,619	938.8	414	225	-60	Lisle South
H066	347,866	6,453,619	938.8	621	280	-70	Lisle South

Scandium:

Scandium is one of the rarest critical metals group deemed “critical metals” by the Canadian and American federal governments.

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About Doubleview Gold Corp

Doubleview Gold Corp., a mineral resource exploration and development company, is based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, and is publicly traded on the TSX-Venture Exchange (TSXV: DBG) (OTCQB: DBLVF) (FSE: A1W038) (FSE: 1D4). Doubleview identifies, acquires and finances precious and base metal exploration projects in North America, particularly in British Columbia. Doubleview increases shareholder value through acquisition and exploration of quality gold, copper and silver properties and the application of advanced state-of-the-art exploration methods. The Company’s portfolio of strategic properties provides diversification and mitigates investment risks.

On behalf of the Board of Directors,
Farshad Shirvani, President & Chief Executive Officer

For further information please contact:

Doubleview Gold Corp
Vancouver, BC Farshad Shirvani
President & CEO

T: (604) 678-9587
E: corporate@doubleview.ca

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