Verizon
By Frances Moffett

At a glance

  • Free courses build a foundation for AI skills: Rifat Kabir Sharna used free Verizon skill-development courses to build AI skills and strengthen her knowledge of Python programming, leadership and workplace communication while preparing for graduate study. 
  • New AI skills drive confidence: The certifications she earned through Verizon’s programs helped strengthen her technical foundation and confidence; she was later accepted into four of the five graduate programs she applied to for a master’s degree in computer science with a focus on AI.
  • Putting AI skills to work in school: Sharna uses AI to research course material and improve her writing, while also building her knowledge through AI coursework and participation in her school’s AI club.

When Rifat Kabir Sharna moved with her husband from Bangladesh to Columbus, Ohio, in November 2023, she hoped to build her career in technology. Although she had experience in tech and media, she knew she would need to deepen her expertise to establish herself professionally in the United States.

But transitioning to a new country meant starting from scratch in many ways. Daunted by the high costs of education, Sharna sought out no-cost opportunities to further her learning. Through Verizon’s free skill-development programs, she earned certifications in programming, leadership and communication, and workplace diversity.

Those courses strengthened her technical foundation and confidence, helping prepare her to pursue a master’s degree in computer science, with a focus on AI, in 2025. Sharna’s experience reflects the goal of Verizon AI Skills for America, which offers free AI training and certifications to help people build skills for an AI-driven workplace.

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Sharna says Verizon’s courses align with her academic and professional goals. Photo credit: Eli Hiller.

How free certifications laid the groundwork

Sharna has been intentional about her educational journey since she’s been in the United States. Through Verizon’s skill-development programs, she has earned a certification in leadership and communication from Harvard University, a diversity certification from Rice University, as well as a certification in Python programming.
 

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“It was a great opportunity to take these certification courses free of cost while developing both my technical and professional skills,” Sharna says. “Completing the leadership and workplace diversity courses gave me confidence that I could succeed in graduate-level business coursework. The Python Programming Professional Certificate was also especially valuable because I believe it helped demonstrate to graduate admissions committees that I had the technical foundation needed to pursue graduate study in computer science or information systems.”

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Sharna received a leadership and communication certification from Harvard University through Verizon’s programs. Photo credit: Eli Hiller.

That foundation produced tangible results. A year after earning her certifications, Sharna was accepted into four out of the five data science, information systems and computer science graduate programs she applied to.

“That felt like a major accomplishment and gave me much more confidence in my academic and professional path,” she says. Sharna also presented two projects at her graduate program’s annual conference—something she says she “never imagined” being able to do before.

Why AI skills matter for the future of work

Sharna now participates in her school’s AI club and takes courses in knowledge-based AI and game AI. She also uses AI regularly to research course materials and polish her writing.

“[Using AI] can feel like having a knowledgeable buddy who can quickly provide useful information and point me toward credible sources, which saves a lot of time,” she says.

Sharna sees fluency with these tools and the development of AI capabilities as increasingly important for anyone who is entering the workforce. 

“We are living in a time when AI is rapidly becoming part of how people work, learn and solve problems,” she explains. “AI can save a great deal of time and effort, and many businesses are increasingly looking for people who understand how to use these tools both effectively and responsibly.”

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Sharna says she has developed skills in leadership, communication, workplace diversity and basic programming languages. Photo credit: Eli Hiller.

Sharna encourages anyone interested in AI to experiment with it, and credits Verizon’s programs with giving her a structured way to learn and build confidence along the way.

“To someone considering Verizon’s AI training and resources, I would say, go for it,” she says. “Learning these skills can open new possibilities, and you are unlikely to regret investing in your own development.”

Ready to build your AI skills? Verizon AI Skills for America offers free access to AI training, certifications and resources designed to help workers prepare for the evolving AI economy.

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Rabies is one of humanity’s oldest known zoonotic diseases: terrifying, yet entirely preventable. For Dr. Andre Coetzer, a virologist leading GARC- Rabies Alliance (GARC), the journey began as an academic fascination and became a personal mission. Working in resource-limited communities across Africa and Asia, he has seen the fear rabies causes, as well as the needless loss that follows when solutions, especially dog vaccinations and rapid response after contact with a rabid dog, aren’t deployed.

In this interview, Dr. Coetzer explains what the “Zero by 30” goal means, why practical government leadership matters more than political declarations, and how mobile technology, community education, and partnerships with private companies and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) can accelerate progress in rabies prevention.

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Dr. Coetzer is Chief Executive Officer of GARC. Before his appointment, he served as Technical Director with the organization and brings hands-on experience advancing rabies elimination in communities with limited healthcare resources. He strongly believes in advocacy and in celebrating every win, no matter how small.

You and rabies—why this cause?
It started as an academic interest. By training, I am an academic—I have a PhD in virology—and rabies fascinated me. It’s an ancient (think Mesopotamian times), complex zoonotic disease, and we’re still learning about it. But once I began working in resource-limited countries in Africa and Asia, it became personal. I’ve seen rabid dogs and the fear they cause in communities. Every death, be it human or animal, is preventable, and knowing the solution exists, is what motivates me to keep going.

“Zero by 30” can sound abstract. What does success actually mean?
The goal is zero human deaths from dog-mediated rabies by 2030. When we vaccinate enough dogs, we eliminate rabies in people—and ultimately in animals. The impact goes far beyond one disease: safer communities, better animal welfare, and stronger public health systems. Building capacity for rabies elimination builds capacity for other diseases too: it’s classic One Health in action.
 

“At the end of the day, only one metric really matters: seeing rabies cases decline.”
Dr. Andre Coetzer, rabies expert, on ending human deaths from dog-mediated rabies

With four years to go, what do we need to accelerate progress in rabies elimination?
We have to be honest: 2030 for a world free from dog-mediated rabies is unlikely, but the target is essential because it drives action. What’s needed now is a shift from political prioritization to practical action. Governments must fund rabies control—vaccines, resources, and community engagement—and lead their own efforts. International partners, including companies, can play an important supportive role by helping strengthen those government‑led strategies. For example, collaborative initiatives like Stop Rabies work with local authorities to expand vaccination, education, and surveillance, showing how external support can reinforce national elimination plans without replacing them.

Beyond funding, what’s the policy lever that’s most overlooked?
Advocacy to decision makers. I often see successful programs that aren’t being showcased to the people holding the purse strings. If leaders don’t see the results, funding stalls. We need governments, and the international community, to tell the story of success (no matter how small), clearly and consistently.

Where does technology make the biggest difference?
Mobile app technology is available but still underutilized in endemic countries. It gives us tangible proof of where vaccinations and education are happening, replaces paper forms, and helps map bite cases and vaccination coverage. That visibility drives more accurate targeting, better surveillance, as well as stronger fundraising and advocacy.

Rabies prevention: Stop Rabies impact since 2023

  • Over 745,000 children educated on prevention and health
  • 131.5 million vaccination doses provided in endemic countries
  • 20 projects worldwide to protect human life and animal health

About World Rabies Day

World Rabies Day is a global awareness day led by GARC and observed annually on 28 September. It brings together communities, healthcare professionals, veterinarians, and policymakers to promote rabies prevention through vaccination, education, and collaboration. The 2026 theme, “Stronger Together” highlights the importance of cross-sector partnerships and a One Health approach in the fight against rabies.

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Copenhagen, 28 September 2026
Trifork Group AG

Press Release

Invitation to Trifork’s Capital Markets Day on 11 December 2026

Trifork is pleased to invite investors, analysts, and media representatives to a Capital Markets Day in Copenhagen on 11 December 2026.

The Capital Markets Day will provide new and valuable insights into Trifork’s continued growth journey, strategy, financial development, and future ambitions.

The event offers the opportunity to meet key representatives from the Trifork Group, including Executive Management and other senior leaders.

All presentations will be in English. A video recording will be made available on Trifork’s investor relations webpage in the days following the event.

Date: 11 December 2026

Time: Doors open at 08:00 CET. Presentations begin at 08:30 and finish at noon, followed by networking and light lunch.

Location: CodeNode CPH Space & Events in the Trifork building, Gdanskgade 2, 2150 Copenhagen.

Format: Physical attendance only.

Register attendance: Frederik Svanholm at frsv@trifork.com


About Trifork Group
Trifork (Nasdaq Copenhagen: TRIFOR) is a global technology company specializing in designing, building, and operating advanced software for enterprise and public sector customers. With 1,118 FTEs across 16 countries, Trifork serves as an end-to-end technology partner to organizations in complex and regulated industries, including public administration, healthcare, financial services, energy, and aviation. Learn more at trifork.com.


This is a press release issued for commercial and informational purposes only. It does not constitute a company announcement (selskabsmeddelelse) within the meaning of the rules for issuers of shares on Nasdaq Copenhagen, the Danish Capital Markets Act (Lov om kapitalmarkeder), or the EU Market Abuse Regulation (Regulation (EU) No. 596/2014), and has not been submitted to Nasdaq Copenhagen as a regulatory disclosure.

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New website showcases AIFA’s business portfolio across AI education, media and creator services, global commerce, and investment and research, while further articulating the Company’s long-term strategic vision

NEW YORK, Sept. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — All In FutureTech Alliance Inc. (NASDAQ: AIFA) (“AIFA” or the “Company”) today announced the official launch of its new corporate website, AIFA-Global.com. The new website consolidates and updates the Company’s corporate positioning, strategic direction, core businesses, global footprint and investor relations information, providing shareholders, investors, business partners and customers with a clearer and more comprehensive view of AIFA and its future development.

The new website reflects the strategic direction established by AIFA’s new management team under Chairman Shanglong Li. Guided by the brand positioning “AIFA — Building for the AI Generation,” the Company is further defining itself as a Nasdaq-listed company focused on applying artificial intelligence to real-world consumer and enterprise service scenarios.

With a focus on the evolving needs of global Chinese-speaking communities, cross-border families and businesses, AIFA is building an integrated business platform spanning education and workforce development, AI-enabled services, and global cross-border business services. The Company seeks to use artificial intelligence to improve service efficiency, expand the scalability of its businesses and strengthen its global service capabilities.

AIFA’s long-term strategic focus is to use AI to improve the creation and delivery of knowledge and content, enhance the identification of customer needs, improve the matching of users with relevant resources, and enable professional services to be delivered more efficiently and at greater scale.

Over time, the Company intends to build a scalable, AI-enabled global service platform combining its content and audience reach, education and training resources, professional service networks and real-world operating capabilities to serve individuals, organizations and businesses across markets.

The new corporate website currently highlights four principal areas of AIFA’s business:

AI Education

AIFA is developing AI-focused education, training, certification and research programs spanning different stages from K-12 through MBA-level and executive education. Through initiatives including Cointelligence Academy, the development of AI education and certification standards, industry whitepapers and university partnerships, the Company aims to promote the broader adoption of practical AI knowledge and capabilities.

Media & Creator

AIFA operates a multi-platform content network with a combined audience reach of more than 50 million followers. The Company is developing services across creator incubation, content-generation support, intellectual property management, multilingual distribution and audience growth, strengthening its capabilities across content, audience development and the creator economy.

Global Commerce

AIFA is developing services to support companies seeking international expansion, including global brand initiatives, international trade shows, channel partnerships, warehousing and local operating support. These services are designed to help businesses enter and expand in overseas markets.

Investment & Research

AIFA is developing investment and research initiatives focused on artificial intelligence and emerging technologies, including Aivolution Ventures and AIN Research Membership, with the objective of strengthening the Company’s long-term understanding of AI industry trends, technological developments and market opportunities.

The new website also highlights AIFA’s expanding global footprint. The Company currently maintains operations and business resources across Hangzhou, San Jose, Los Angeles and Las Vegas, connecting the Chinese and North American markets and developing cross-regional synergies across education, content, commercial services and physical operating resources.

Shanglong Li, Chairman of AIFA, commented:

“The launch of our new corporate website represents more than an upgrade to our brand and information architecture. It also reflects the increasing clarity of AIFA’s future strategic direction. We intend to bring artificial intelligence into real-world applications across education, content, global business development and professional services, while continuously improving how we identify user needs, match users with relevant resources and deliver services. As our businesses continue to develop, our long-term goal is to build a scalable, AI-enabled service platform capable of serving individuals, families and businesses globally.”

About All In FutureTech Alliance Inc.

All In FutureTech Alliance Inc. (NASDAQ: AIFA) is a publicly listed company focused on applying artificial intelligence to real-world business and service scenarios. The Company is developing businesses across education and workforce development, AI-enabled services, media and creator services, global commerce, and investment and research.

AIFA seeks to use artificial intelligence to improve knowledge creation, identify user needs, enhance resource matching and increase the efficiency and scalability of professional service delivery. The Company’s long-term objective is to build a scalable, AI-enabled global service platform serving individuals, organizations and businesses across multiple markets.

Corporate Website:
AIFA-Global.com

Investor Relations:
ir@aifa-global.com

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of applicable U.S. federal securities laws. These statements may include, without limitation, statements regarding the Company’s strategic direction, business development plans, use of artificial intelligence, anticipated expansion of its business platform, development of its education, media, global commerce, investment and research activities, and its long-term objective of building a scalable, AI-enabled global service platform.

Forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, estimates and assumptions and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied. Such risks and uncertainties include, among others, the Company’s ability to execute its business strategy, develop and commercialize its products and services, expand its customer and partner base, manage regulatory and compliance requirements, compete effectively, integrate new business initiatives, and obtain financing or other resources as needed.

Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Additional information regarding risks and uncertainties affecting the Company is contained in the Company’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements, except as required by applicable law.

Washington, D.C., ranks as the nation’s most prepared metro, while Los Angeles, California, records the lowest level of seasonal maintenance activity

DENVER, Sept. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As temperatures begin to drop, homeowners across the country are preparing their homes for the colder months ahead. New data from Angi, a leading digital home services marketplace, reveals which U.S. metropolitan areas are the most—and least—prepared for fall.

Based on per-capita fall maintenance activity on Angi, Washington, D.C., ranks as the nation’s most fall-prepared metro, followed by Columbus, Ohio; Milwaukee; Cleveland; and Albany, New York, round out the top five. Overall, cold-weather markets dominate the ranking, accounting for eight of the 10 most prepared metros.

At the other end of the ranking, Los Angeles, California, recorded the lowest level of per-capita fall maintenance activity, followed by Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and Riverside, California. While several California metros ranked near the bottom—potentially reflecting the state’s milder seasonal weather—other lower-ranking markets with more variable fall and winter conditions included Grand Rapids, MI and Memphis, Tennessee. These rankings highlight metros where homeowners may have an opportunity to get ahead on preventive projects before colder or more volatile weather arrives.

“Fall maintenance is really about getting ahead of small issues—particularly those that can leave your home vulnerable to water damage or cold weather—before they become costly problems,” said Angie Hicks, co-founder of Angi. “Whether you live in a place that experiences snow and freezing temperatures or a warmer climate where heavy rain and seasonal storms are a bigger concern, taking care of essentials like your heating system, gutters, roof and outdoor plumbing now can help protect your home and prevent unwelcome surprises later.”

America’s 10 Most Fall-Prepared Metros

  1. Washington, DC
  2. Columbus, OH
  3. Milwaukee, WI
  4. Cleveland, OH
  5. Albany, NY
  6. Rochester, NY
  7. Charlotte, NC
  8. Chicago, IL
  9. Indianapolis, IN
  10. Pittsburgh, PA

10 Metros With the Most Opportunity to Get Fall-Ready

  1. Los Angeles, CA
  2. Oklahoma City, OK
  3. Riverside, CA
  4. Miami, FL
  5. San Diego, CA
  6. Houston, TX
  7. Grand Rapids, MI
  8. San Francisco, CA
  9. Austin TX
  10. Memphis, TN

Angie Hicks’ Top Five Fall Maintenance Tips

  1. Inspect your roof and clean your gutters. Check for loose or missing shingles and clear leaves and debris from gutters and downspouts. Make sure water is being directed away from the home to help prevent damage to the roof, siding and foundation.
  2. Seal gaps around windows and doors. Inspect weatherstripping and caulking for cracks or deterioration. Sealing drafts can help keep warm air inside, improve comfort and reduce the strain on your heating system.
  3. Schedule a heating-system tune-up. Your heating system is one of the largest energy users in your home, so have it inspected before temperatures drop to make sure it is operating safely and efficiently—and does not let you down on the coldest night of the year.
  4. Winterize outdoor plumbing and irrigation systems. Disconnect garden hoses, shut off and drain exterior faucets where appropriate, and winterize irrigation systems before the first freeze to help prevent burst pipes and costly water damage.
  5. Check your home’s safety systems. Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and replace batteries as needed. Homeowners who use a fireplace or wood-burning stove should also have the chimney and related equipment inspected and cleaned before the season’s first use.

To learn more about fall maintenance tips and to find a local pro near you, visit Angi at www.angi.com.

Methodology

The rankings are based on fall maintenance activity recorded on Angi during August 2026. Projects included yard cleanup, winterization, roofing and gutters, heating systems, water and drainage, outdoor plumbing, fireplaces and chimneys, pest prevention, and snow and storm preparation. U.S. metropolitan areas were ranked by activity per 100,000 residents using 2020 U.S. Census population data. The rankings reflect activity on Angi’s platform and are not a complete measure of all home-maintenance activity within each metro.

About Angi Inc.
Angi (NASDAQ: ANGI) helps homeowners get home projects done well and helps home service professionals grow their businesses. Founded in 1995, Angi connects homeowners with skilled local professionals, from plumbers and electricians to remodelers and landscapers, and provides tools for researching costs, planning projects and hiring with confidence. Homeowners have turned to Angi, and our vast network of skilled home pros, for help with more than 300 million projects.

Angi Corporate Communications
Jennifer Myers
(303) 963-8352

Limited-edition camo cans, a brand-new merch collection and a nationwide campaign bring Twisted Tea into the great outdoors this fall

Twisted Tea and Realtree® Team Up to Bring Iconic Camo to America’s Favorite Hard Iced Tea

Limited-edition camo cans, a brand-new merch collection and a nationwide campaign bring Twisted Tea into the great outdoors this fall
Limited-edition camo cans, a brand-new merch collection and a nationwide campaign bring Twisted Tea into the great outdoors this fall

BOSTON, Sept. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — America’s favorite hard iced tea, Twisted Tea Hard Iced Tea, and Realtree, the nation’s leading outdoor lifestyle brand, are teaming up for a limited-edition fall collaboration that gives Twisted Tea’s unmistakable bright yellow cans a camo makeover.

Rolling out nationwide now, the collaboration brings the iconic Realtree APX® camouflage pattern to Twisted Tea packaging for the first time, bringing together two brands that feel right at home in the great outdoors.

For a limited time this fall, fans can spot the Team Realtree® logo across Twisted Tea Original 12-pack and 18-pack wraps, while Realtree APX® camo takes over a limited-edition 24 oz. can. Whether you’re camping, fishing, tailgating or just cracking open a Hard Tea outside with friends, Twisted Tea and Realtree are making sure the unofficial uniform of fall extends all the way to your cooler.

And the camo doesn’t stop at the can.

Twisted Tea and Realtree are going all-in with a limited-edition merch collection packed with camo gear you didn’t know you needed until right now, including hoodies, hats, beanies, T-shirts, vests, backpacks, chairs, duck calls and more. Ever wanted a talking fish on your wall? Of course you have. They’ve got that, too. Fans can shop the limited-edition collection on Twisted Tea’s Tea Store while supplies last.

But good luck hiding this collaboration. Twisted Tea x Realtree is going just about everywhere this fall, with a national Tea Drop campaign spanning TV, streaming, social, bars, restaurants and retail.

Beyond the screen, Twisted Tea is taking the camo out into the wild through social content, creators and activations throughout the fall. And at retail, the brand is bringing the outdoors indoors with can’t-miss displays featuring everything from Twisted Tea deer antlers to a full-on lodge fireplace scene.

“Twisted Tea drinkers already love spending time outdoors, so teaming up with Realtree felt like a no-brainer,” said Erica Taylor, senior brand director for Twisted Tea. “Our fans are the kind of people who would rather be outside doing something than sitting around talking about it, and Realtree is already part of that world. Bringing their iconic camo to Twisted Tea gave us a really fun way to show up for our drinkers this fall.”

“There aren’t many cans out there as instantly recognizable as a Twisted Tea, which made it especially fun for us to give that bright yellow can the Realtree treatment,” said Tyler Jordan, VP of Strategic Partnerships at Realtree. “Our camo has shown up in a lot of places over the years, but this collaboration gave us a chance to have some fun with it and bring Realtree to Twisted Tea fans in a totally new way. And we didn’t stop with the can. From what fans are drinking to what they’re wearing, we’re giving them plenty of ways to break out the Realtree camo this fall.”

For more information, including where to find Twisted Tea near you, visit TwistedTea.com and follow @TwistedTea across social.

About Twisted Tea Hard Iced Tea:

Twisted Tea, the No. 1 refreshing hard tea in the country, was founded in 2001 on the twisted promise that a hard iced tea should taste like real iced tea. Incredibly smooth and refreshing, Twisted Tea is made with real brewed tea for a delicious, easy to drink hard tea available in a variety of flavors, including fan favorites, Original and Half & Half. For more information, visit www.twistedtea.com.

About The Boston Beer Company

The Boston Beer Company, Inc. (NYSE: SAM) began in 1984 brewing Samuel Adams beer and has since grown to become one of the largest and most respected craft brewers in the United States. We consistently offer the highest-quality products to our drinkers, and we apply what we’ve learned from making great-tasting craft beer to making great-tasting and innovative “beyond beer” products. Boston Beer Company has pioneered not only craft beer but also hard cider, hard seltzer, and hard tea. Our core brands include household names like Angry Orchard Hard Cider, Dogfish Head, Samuel Adams, Sun Cruiser, Truly Hard Seltzer, and Twisted Tea Hard Iced Tea. For more information, please visit https://www.bostonbeer.com/.

About Realtree®

Founded in 1986, and celebrating 40 years in 2026, Realtree is a leading outdoor lifestyle brand known for creating some of the most effective and innovative camouflage patterns in the world. Built on a deep respect for hunting heritage, conservation and the outdoor way of life, Realtree’s patterns are trusted by hunters across seasons, species and terrain. Through strategic partnerships, licensing and advocacy, Realtree extends its brand across apparel, gear and lifestyle products, while supporting wildlife conservation and responsible outdoor recreation. Realtree connects millions of consumers with the natural world through high-performance gear, apparel, and lifestyle collaborations, all while remaining committed to protecting the traditions that connect families, friends and communities to the outdoors for generations to come.

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CONTACT: Taylor Jette
Twisted Tea
4136685373
taylor.jette@bostonbeer.com

VANCOUVER, Wash., Sept. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Riverview Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq GSM: RVSB) (“Riverview” or the “Company”) today announced that on September 25, 2026, its Board of Directors approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.02 per share which remained unchanged compared to the preceding quarter. The dividend is payable on October 20, 2026, to shareholders of record as of October 9, 2026.

About Riverview

Riverview Bancorp, Inc. (www.riverviewbank.com) is headquartered in Vancouver, Washington – just north of Portland, Oregon, on the I-5 corridor. With assets of $1.47 billion at June 30, 2026, it is the parent company of Riverview Bank, as well as Riverview Trust Company. The Bank offers true community banking services, focusing on providing the highest quality service and financial products to commercial, business and retail clients through 17 branches, including 13 in the Portland-Vancouver area, and 3 lending centers. For the past 12 years, Riverview has been named Best Bank by the readers of The Vancouver Business Journal and The Columbian.

This press release contains statements that the Company believes are “forward-looking statements.” These statements relate to the Company’s financial condition, results of operations, plans, objectives, future performance or business. You should not place undue reliance on these statements, as they are subject to risks and uncertainties. When considering these forward-looking statements, you should keep in mind these risks and uncertainties, as well as any cautionary statements the Company may make including those described in 1A (Risk Factors) of the Company’s Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026. Moreover, you should treat these statements as speaking only as of the date they are made and based only on information then actually known to the Company.

Contacts: Nicole Sherman and David Lam 
  Riverview Bancorp, Inc. 360-693-6650

Richard Creamer to Retire in April 2027; Will Serve as Senior Advisor Through the Transition

HOUSTON, Sept. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Par Pacific Holdings, Inc. (NYSE and NYSE Texas: PARR) (“Par Pacific” or the “Company”) today announced that Jerry Stumbo has joined the Company as Executive Vice President, Refining and Logistics, effective September 28, 2026. Stumbo succeeds Richard Creamer, who will serve as Senior Advisor until his planned retirement on April 1, 2027.

“Richard has been instrumental in building the refining and logistics organization we have today,” said William Monteleone, President and Chief Executive Officer of Par Pacific. “His deep refining expertise, thoughtful and direct leadership, and commitment to our employees shaped our culture and drove the performance and growth of our refining system, including the acquisition and integration of Par Montana. We are fortunate to have his counsel through the transition, and we are grateful for his contributions to Par Pacific and our success.”

Monteleone continued, “Jerry is a proven refining leader with nearly three decades of operating experience and a record of improving safety, reliability, environmental performance, and financial results. He is a visible, field-oriented leader who builds trust and accountability, which is exactly what this next chapter requires. We have a strong platform and real opportunity to continue to improve our reliability, efficiency, and commercial execution, and Jerry is the right leader to help us capture it.”

Stumbo joins Par Pacific from Valero Energy, where he most recently served as Vice President and General Manager of the Port Arthur, Texas Refinery. He led Valero’s largest refinery and one of North America’s most complex refining facilities, with approximately 435,000 barrels per day of throughput capacity and 850 employees.

Stumbo previously led Valero’s St. Charles, Louisiana Refinery for seven years. During his tenure, the refinery earned Valero’s Chairman’s Safety Award four times. He also led the organization through Hurricane Ida and the COVID-19 pandemic and completed major capital investments, including the expansion of the Diamond Green Diesel renewable fuels facility. Earlier in his career, Stumbo held operations leadership roles at Valero’s Benicia, California Refinery and the Phillips 66 Santa Maria, California Refinery, following engineering and operations roles with ConocoPhillips at its San Francisco, California Refinery and Ponca City, Oklahoma Technology Center. Stumbo holds bachelor’s degrees in chemical engineering and psychology from Oklahoma State University.

“Par Pacific operates in markets where execution matters, and this team has built a differentiated refining and logistics system,” said Stumbo. “I have spent my career in the field, alongside the people who run these assets safely and reliably every day. Richard and his team have built something strong here, and I am looking forward to building on the team’s success.”

About Par Pacific

Par Pacific Holdings, Inc. (NYSE and NYSE Texas: PARR), headquartered in Houston, Texas, is a growing energy company providing both renewable and conventional fuels to the western United States. Par Pacific owns and operates 219,000 bpd of combined refining capacity across four locations in Hawaii, the Pacific Northwest and the Rockies, and an extensive energy infrastructure network, including 13 million barrels of storage and marine, rail, rack, and pipeline assets. In addition, Par Pacific operates the Hele retail brand in Hawaii and the “nomnom” convenience store chain in the Pacific Northwest. More information is available at www.parpacific.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

This news release includes certain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, which are intended to qualify for the “safe harbor” from liability established by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements other than statements of historical fact are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements include, without limitation, statements about the leadership transition described in this news release. Forward-looking statements are subject to certain risks, trends and uncertainties, such as the risks and uncertainties detailed in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and other documents that the Company files with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company cannot provide assurances that the assumptions upon which these forward-looking statements are based will prove to have been correct. Should any of these risks materialize, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those expressed or implied in any forward-looking statements, and investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which are current only as of the date of this news release. Except as required by applicable law, the Company does not intend to update or revise any forward-looking statements made herein or any other forward-looking statements as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Investor Contact

Ashimi Patel Vitter
VP, Investor Relations & Sustainability
(832) 916-3355
apatel@parpacific.com

SAN DIEGO, Sept. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc., (NASDAQ: KTOS) a technology company in the defense, national security and global markets announced today that Bill Wilson has been named President of Kratos’ C5ISR Systems Division and Corporate Senior Vice President, effective immediately.

As President of the C5ISR Systems Division, Mr. Wilson will be responsible for Kratos’ mil-spec hardware and mobility systems business. Mr. Wilson has over 35 years of experience in the aerospace and defense industry, serving in various financial and operational leadership roles. Joining Kratos in 2010 upon Kratos’ acquisition of Gichner Systems Group, Mr. Wilson most recently served as Executive Vice President and CFO of the Division. His tenure at Gichner Systems Group goes back an additional 17 years, where he served as Senior Vice President and CFO. He began his career in the Westinghouse Electric Corporation defense division in Baltimore, Maryland, and received a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Finance and a Master of Business Administration degree from Loyola University of Maryland.

Eric DeMarco, President and CEO of Kratos, said, “I am pleased to announce Bill’s promotion to President of Kratos’ C5ISR Systems Division. Kratos is the leader in delivering relevant, military-grade hardware, and C5ISR Systems continues to grow and remains extremely strong. Bill has a proven track record of leadership and passion for our mission and is well positioned to lead the Division into its next chapter.”

Bill Wilson, President of Kratos’ C5ISR Systems Division, said, “I am extremely grateful and honored to accept this role and look forward to leading this organization to continued success in the future. The C5ISR Systems Division is well positioned for future growth as a recognized industry leader in the engineering and production of military grade hardware in support of the United States’ National Security initiatives. I am proud to lead an organization that has the technical capability, talented workforce, and proven past performance to support our National Security needs.”

Kratos is an industry leader in the engineering, design, development and production of military grade hardware and systems in support of the United States and its Allies’ mission critical national security priorities. Kratos is currently in large-scale production in support of multiple national security related systems and programs of record, including in the areas of hypersonics, counter-unmanned aerial systems, air defense, missiles, radars, and high-powered directed energy and other initiatives.

About Kratos Defense & Security Solutions
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: KTOS) is a technology, products, system and software company addressing the defense, national security, and commercial markets. Kratos makes true internally funded research, development, capital and other investments, to rapidly develop, produce and field solutions that address our customers’ mission critical needs and requirements. At Kratos, affordability is a technology, and we seek to utilize proven, leading-edge approaches and technology, not unproven bleeding edge approaches or technology, with Kratos’ approach designed to reduce cost, schedule and risk, enabling us to be first to market with cost effective solutions. We believe that Kratos is known as an innovative disruptive change agent in the industry, a company that is an expert in designing products and systems up front for successful rapid, large quantity, low-cost future manufacturing which is a value-add competitive differentiator for our large traditional prime system integrator partners and also to our government and commercial customers. Kratos intends to pursue program and contract opportunities as the prime or lead contractor when we believe that our probability of win (PWin) is high and any investment required by Kratos is within our capital resource comfort level. We intend to partner and team with a large, traditional system integrator when our assessment of PWin is greater or required investment is beyond Kratos’ comfort level. Kratos’ primary business areas include virtualized ground systems for satellites and space vehicles including software for command & control (C2) and telemetry, tracking and control (TT&C), jet powered unmanned aerial drone systems, hypersonic vehicles and rocket systems, propulsion systems for drones, missiles, loitering munitions, supersonic systems, space craft and launch systems, C5ISR and microwave electronic products for missile, radar, missile defense, space, satellite, counter UAS, directed energy, communication and other systems, and virtual & augmented reality training systems for the warfighter. For more information, visit www.KratosDefense.com and follow Kratos on LinkedIn and X.

Notice Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements in this press release may constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are made on the basis of the current beliefs, expectations and assumptions of the management of Kratos and are subject to significant risks and uncertainty. Investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any such forward-looking statements. All such forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, and Kratos undertakes no obligation to update or revise these statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Although Kratos believes that the expectations reflected in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, these statements involve many risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from what may be expressed or implied in these forward-looking statements. For a further discussion of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from those expressed in these forward-looking statements, as well as risks relating to the business of Kratos in general, see the risk disclosures in the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Kratos for the year ended December 28, 2025, and in subsequent reports on Forms 10-Q and 8-K and other filings made with the SEC by Kratos.

Press Contact:
Claire Cantrell
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Investor Information:
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Hosted by U.S. Ambassador to Poland and Polish Deputy Minister of Climate and Environment

Reno, NV, Sept. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — M2i Global, Inc. (“M2i,” the “Company,” “we,” “our” or “us”) (OTCQB: MTWO), a company specializing in the development and execution of a complete global value supply chain for critical minerals, is pleased to announce the Company will participate in the U.S.-Poland Critical Minerals Round Table in Warsaw, Poland on September 28th, 2026.

As part of the business round table, M2i Global Chief Executive Officer Major General (Ret) Alberto Rosende and Regenerate Technology Chief Executive Officer David Batstone will participate in discussions alongside U.S. Ambassador to Poland, Thomas A. Rose, and Deputy Minister of Climate and Environment, Krzysztof Galos, who also serves as the Chief National Geologist of Poland.

“This roundtable brings together an important cross-section of diplomatic, industrial, technical, and geological expertise at a critical moment for mineral security,” said Major General (Ret) Alberto Rosende, Chief Executive Officer of M2i Global. “The opportunity to participate in these discussions underscores how critical minerals have become a shared priority across government and industry. We look forward to a substantive discussion on how M2i Global can support the partnerships, technologies, and infrastructure needed to strengthen supply chains between the United States, Poland, and our allies.”

M2i’s participation reflects the Company’s continued commitment to working alongside industry, government, and international partners to develop solutions that strengthen domestic and allied critical mineral capabilities. The Company continues to advance the development of its integrated critical mineral platform encompassing mineral recovery, processing, end-to-end tracking and tracing technologies, and its Critical Mineral Repository, designed to improve supply chain transparency and resilience.

About M2i Global, Inc. (OTCQB: MTWO): M2i Global, Inc. is a company specializing in the development and execution of a complete global value supply chain for critical minerals. M2i Global aims to establish a Critical Mineral Repository, creating a resilient supply chain that addresses the global shortage of essential minerals and metals.

For more information, please visit www.m2i.global 

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS:

This press release contains certain statements that may be deemed to be forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws, including the safe harbor provisions under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements may be preceded by the words “intends,” “may,” “will,” “plans,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “projects,” “predicts,” “estimates,” “aims,” “believes,” “hopes,” “potential,” or similar words or the negative of these terms or other similar expressions, but the absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, are based on certain assumptions and are subject to various known and unknown risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the control of M2i Global, and cannot be predicted or quantified and consequently, actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. More detailed information about M2i Global and the risk factors that may affect the realization of forward-looking statements is set forth in the their filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), including the most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. Investors and security holders are urged to read these documents free of charge on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov.

All forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made. M2i Global undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement or statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date on which such statement was made, except to the extent required by applicable securities laws.

Media Contact:
Diego Rosende – drosende@m2i.global
Investor Contacts:
IR@M2i.global

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