CoreLogic to rebrand to Cotality, reflecting the company’s mission to unify property professionals, strengthen industry relationships, and drive innovation globally.

IRVINE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#WeAreCotality–CoreLogic today announced its global rebrand to Cotality, marking the company’s progression to a leader in property information, analytics, and data-enabled solutions from its origins in financial services supporting the mortgage industry. This rebrand introduces a new name, logo, and brand identity that reflect the company’s transformation into an information services provider that is creating a faster, smarter, and more people-centric property industry.

“The property ecosystem underpins the prosperity of individuals, businesses, governments, and society as a whole. But at the core, it’s people, businesses, and communities that drive it forward. Cotality’s insights build on this, by turning questions into futures you can see,” said Patrick Dodd, President and CEO of Cotality. “This rebrand reflects innovation, evolution, and commitment to uniting property professionals – strengthening businesses, fostering relationships, and powering outcomes that balance logic and data with humanity and emotion. Our name is changing to demonstrate the company’s unmatched dedication and service to clients around the world.”

The new name, Cotality, reflects the company’s deep commitment to collaboration and connectivity, both internally and externally, while honoring its CoreLogic roots. It also signifies its approach of totality, delivering comprehensive data and insights across the entire property ecosystem and beyond. Tying it all together is the company’s spirit of vitality – placing the idea that helping people thrive is at the center of every insight and workflow.

Alongside the new Cotality name sits the tagline: Intelligence beyond bounds^TM. This tagline serves as both a first impression and a powerful expression of the company’s identity. It is an embodiment of the seamless integration of data, technology, artificial intelligence, insights, and people that inspire Cotality to collaborate across the entire lifecycle of properties and homeowners.

“Our new name and tagline reflect the essence of who we are and where we’re headed. This transformation is a natural evolution, honoring our roots while embracing a future defined by collaboration, innovation, and impact,” said Kristie Vainikos Stegen, Chief Brand and Communications Officer of Cotality. “This isn’t just about a new look; it’s about harnessing the power of data and technology and empowering people – internally and externally – to drive meaningful change globally.”

Cotality empowers industry professionals across home lending, insurance, real estate, and government worldwide. With operations in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, India, and Germany, Cotality’s new global brand identity will build on the company’s trusted legacy to deliver innovation and drive smarter decisions while expanding its global reach.

For more details and to learn more about Cotality, click here.

About Cotality

Cotality accelerates data, insights and workflows across the property ecosystem to enable industry professionals to surpass their ambitions and impact society. With billions of real-time data signals across the life cycle of a property, we unearth hidden risks and transformative opportunities for agents, lenders, carriers and innovators.

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Contacts

Media Contacts
Kristie Vainikos Stegen

Cotality

newsmedia@corelogic.com

Holland Eichorn

Caliber Corporate Advisers

holland@calibercorporateadvisers.com

Partnership brings blockchain-powered commercial real estate investment opportunities to the Canadian market

TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#blockchain–The Polymesh Association and Ocree Capital Inc. today announced the launch of a Canadian regulated real estate platform utilizing blockchain, featuring a $51.9 million commercial real estate property as its inaugural listing. This strategic partnership brings together Polymesh’s purpose-built blockchain for regulated assets with Ocree’s exempt market dealer (EMD) licenses in all provinces and territories of Canada, except Quebec, to transform how Canadians invest in commercial real estate.

The Ocree platform, built exclusively on the Polymesh blockchain, enables fractional ownership of premium commercial properties through a user-friendly “point and click” interface. Its simplified approach to property fractionalization enables accredited investors to access an asset class traditionally limited to institutional investors and industry professionals. Now, investing in a high quality real estate deal can be as easy as ordering an Uber, or checking out on Amazon.

“Our mission at Ocree is to unlock possibilities in commercial real estate investing by removing traditional barriers to entry while maintaining the highest standards of security, compliance, and transparency,” said Ted Davis, CEO of Ocree Capital Inc. “By building on Polymesh’s institutional-grade public permissioned blockchain, we’ve created a platform that benefits both property owners seeking liquidity and investors looking for access to premium real estate opportunities.”

The platform is now live with its inaugural listing – the $51.9 million commercial property in Winnipeg, Manitoba – with $4 million of equity being offered for investors to purchase fractional ownership through Ocree’s streamlined process. The first listing is 15 Berwick Court, Winnipeg, a professionally managed 156-unit Class “A” multi-residential development, designed to meet the rising demand for sustainable, high-end living, and that is aligned with Ocree’s commitment to providing clients with high-quality assets.

“We’re proud to collaborate with Ocree Capital on this milestone initiative exemplifying how blockchain can bring greater access, transparency, and efficiency to real estate markets,” said Will Vaz-Jones, Head of Partnership Development at the Polymesh Association. “Ocree’s regulatory approach and expertise, combined with Polymesh’s purpose-built blockchain infrastructure, creates a powerful solution for the Canadian market.”

The Ocree platform was developed in collaboration with industry veterans from leading real estate organizations, leveraging decades of commercial real estate expertise to cultivate the best experience for asset owners and real estate investors looking to engage in blockchain-based investments.

For more information about Ocree Capital and to explore investment opportunities, visit https://www.ocreefg.com. To learn about Polymesh’s blockchain technology, visit https://polymesh.network.

About Ocree Capital Inc.

Ocree Capital is a Canadian corporation, registered as an Exempt Market Dealer in all provinces and territories of Canada, with the exception of Quebec. Ocree Capital offers securities of issuers listed on the Ocree Platform to clients that are eligible to purchase exempt securities as qualified investors. Ocree’s Platform is specifically tailored to the commercial real estate industry, providing qualified investors with opportunities to invest directly in commercial real estate through fractionalized offerings.

About Polymesh Association

The Polymesh Association is a not-for-profit dedicated to the growth of the Polymesh ecosystem through Polymesh and Polymesh Private. Polymesh is a leading public permissioned blockchain purpose-built for real world assets that streamlines capital markets and opens the door to new financial products. Polymesh Private is a private permissioned instance of Polymesh that can be deployed by enterprises.

Visit polymesh.network to learn more.

Contacts

Graeme Moore

Co-Founder & Head of Tokenization

Polymesh Association

graeme@polymesh.network

GivEnergy Joins Trusted Energy Interoperability Alliance (TEIA) to Address Growing Demand for Secure Energy Interoperability

NEWCASTLE, England & BERKELEY, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–GivEnergy, a leading provider of battery storage solutions, today announced a strategic partnership with Intertrust to deploy secure, interoperable battery systems globally. As part of the partnership, the company joined the Trusted Energy Interoperability Alliance (TEIA) to advance this open-standards initiative.

“As distributed energy resources become increasingly essential for our energy future, the need for secure connectivity and interoperability has never been more urgent,” said Jason Osler, CEO of GivEnergy. “By joining TEIA and partnering with Intertrust, we’re committing to an open, secure ecosystem that will benefit not just our customers, but the entire industry.”

The partnership delivers three key innovations to the distributed energy market:

• Enhanced grid services. The partnership enables virtual power plants (VPPs), flexibility energy providers and distributed energy management systems (DERMs) to seamlessly integrate secure battery systems, significantly improving operational efficiency, security and grid management capabilities.
• Intertrust Connect integration. GivEnergy and Intertrust will provide TEIA-compliant secure, interoperable batteries to customers, enabling secure communication with other TEIA-compliant energy assets regardless of manufacturer using the Intertrust Connect secure TEIA system.
• Advancing Interoperability via the TEIA standard. GivEnergy’s participation in TEIA adds valuable expertise to the advancement of the TEIA specifications, adding real world technical expertise from 13 years of deployments around the world.

“We’re delighted to partner with GivEnergy to field TEIA-compatible solutions through Intertrust Connect,” said Talal G. Shamoon, Intertrust CEO. “Our collaboration delivers secure interoperability for distributed energy resources while adhering to the industry standards that TEIA represents.”

Founded in early 2024 by E.ON, GS Energy, JERA, Origin Energy and Intertrust, TEIA provides a common secure trust model for digital energy services. TEIA specifications allow digital energy systems to securely access and control Internet connected devices from different OEMs using a common security model, solving the problem of managing multiple proprietary OEM security systems. TEIA complements standards like Mercury, providing a security layer that allows interoperability.

“Security is critical to power companies and OEMs fielding AI/IoT driven digital energy systems such as VPPs,” said Cameron Briggs, TEIA’s chairman. “We welcome them to the initiative and look forward to collaborating closely with them as we advance the standard.”

About GivEnergy

GivEnergy, the UK’s leading energy storage brand, designs and distributes innovative battery systems for residential and commercial use. Our ecosystem integrates inverters, EV chargers, and energy management software, enabling customers to store renewable energy, cut bills by 85%, and reduce emissions. Recognized with awards like the EUPD Top Brand PV Awards and National Sustainability Awards, GivEnergy combines advanced engineering and sustainability. We prioritize data security with UK-based GDPR compliance. Through GivEducation, our non-profit, we inspire STEM leaders, empowering communities to adopt greener lifestyles. We focus on creating a sustainable, fossil-free future, one home at a time.

​​About Intertrust

Intertrust, a pioneer and innovator in the field of trusted distributed computing, creates solutions to persistently protect IoT services and data assets—in transit, in use, and at rest. Headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area, Intertrust develops and licenses its technologies for IoT, AI, and Web3. Its digital rights management (DRM) technology continues to revolutionize the media and entertainment industry and paves the way for today’s video and music streaming services and Web3 marketplaces. For more information, visit us at intertrust.com, or follow us on X or LinkedIn.

About TEIA

TEIA, the Trusted Energy Interoperability Alliance, is a global organization that develops open standards to ensure digital security and interoperability in the energy industry. Founded by E.ON SE, GS Energy, Intertrust, JERA and Origin, TEIA’s trust model enables a more decarbonized energy future through the broad adoption of trusted digital energy applications. TEIA is open to participation from all companies and organizations active in the digital energy ecosystem. Find further information at https://www.trusted-energy.org/.

Contacts

Intertrust

Doug Uptmor

duptmor@intertrust.com

ATLANTA–(BUSINESS WIRE)–FirstKey Homes, an industry-leading provider of single-family rental homes nationwide, today announced that it was named one of USA Today’s top workplaces in the United States for 2025.

“FirstKey Homes is dedicated to being a great place to work and is proud to be recognized by USA Today for the fourth year in a row. Our culture, which values teamwork, inclusion, accountability, excellence, integrity and kindness, is a cornerstone of everything we do,” said Mark W. Smith, President of FirstKey Homes. “FirstKey Homes is dedicated to fulfilling its mission to provide communities around the country with well-kept and maintained single family rental homes. We take the responsibility to serve our residents and the communities where we are active very seriously, and it would not be possible without the hard work and dedication of our entire team.”

USA Today’s Top Workplaces award recognizes organizations that have built people-first cultures. The award highlights each winner as an employer of choice for those seeking opportunities in the industry and is based on employee feedback results captured by the Energage Workplace Survey, which rates companies based on employee feedback gathered over the previous 12 months.

FirstKey Homes was also honored at the 2024 Information Management Network (IMN) Single-Family Rental Awards, including being named Property Management Company of the Year for the second year in a row, and received awards for Woman Operator of the Year, Minority Operator of the Year, Diversity, and Rising Star.

About FirstKey Homes

FirstKey Homes, LLC, is a privately owned single-family rental home property management company with corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia. With a mission to give our family of residents a place to call home, FirstKey Homes manages nearly 52,000 safe, affordable, and well-maintained homes in 29 markets across the West, Midwest, and Southeast.

Contacts

Media Contact
Terry Fahn

Sitrick And Company

(310) 788-2850

terry_fahn@sitrick.com

This press release contains forward-looking information that is based upon assumptions and is subject to risks and uncertainties as indicated in the cautionary note contained within this press release.

TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–DREAM IMPACT TRUST (TSX: MPCT.UN) (“Dream Impact”, “we”, “our” or the “Trust”) today provides an update on certain financing activities.

We are pleased to announce the Trust has secured financing for the redevelopment of 49 Ontario St. The redevelopment site is located in downtown Toronto in close proximity to a future Ontario Line transit stop and will deliver over 1,200 much needed rental units upon completion. With the City of Toronto’s waiver of development charges for 49 Ontario St. announced in December 2024, and securing the construction loan, we are another step further to starting this important project for the Trust.

In addition to 49 Ontario St., the Trust continues to make steady progress on the pre-development of initial blocks at Quayside and has obtained a conditional approval for financing for approximately 1,200 rental units (at 100% project level). Both 49 Ontario St. and Quayside are projects named as part of a broader partnership between the City of Toronto and the federal government to deliver affordable and purpose-built rental housing in Toronto.

Further project updates will be provided as part of the Trust’s quarterly results expected to be released on May 5, 2025.

About Dream Impact

Dream Impact is an open-ended trust dedicated to impact investing. Dream Impact’s underlying portfolio is comprised of exceptional real estate assets reported under two operating segments: development and recurring income, that would not be otherwise available in a public and fully transparent vehicle, managed by an experienced team with a successful track record in these areas. The objectives of Dream Impact are to create positive and lasting impacts for our stakeholders through our three impact verticals: environmental sustainability and resilience, attainable and affordable housing, and inclusive communities, while generating attractive returns for investors. For more information, please visit: www.dreamimpacttrust.ca.

Forward-Looking Information

This press release may contain forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable securities legislation. Forward-looking information generally can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as “outlook”, “objective”, “may”, “will”, “would”, “could”, “expect”, “intend”, “estimate”, “anticipate”, “timeline”, “potential”, “strategy”, “targets”, “believe”, “should”, “plans”, or “continue”, or similar expressions suggesting future outcomes or events. Some of the specific forward-looking information in this press release may include, among other things, statements relating to the Trust’s objectives and strategies to achieve those objectives; the Trust’s expectations regarding the redevelopment of 49 Ontario St., including that the site will be in close proximity to an Ontario line transit stop, the number of units delivered and timing of the project; the Trust’s progress on the pre-development of initial blocks at Quayside; and the Trust’s ability to consummate financing at Quayside, including with respect to the number of units. Forward-looking information is based on a number of assumptions and is subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the Trust’s control, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those that are disclosed in or implied by such forward-looking information. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: adverse changes in general economic, market and political conditions; liquidity risk; financing and risk relating to access to capital; interest rate risk; risks associated with unexpected or ongoing geopolitical events, including disputes between nations, terrorism or other acts of violence, and international sanctions; inflation; risks related to the imposition of duties, tariffs and other trade restrictions and their impacts; the disruption of free movement of goods and services across jurisdictions; risks inherent in the real estate industry; risks relating to investment in development projects; impact investing strategy risk; risks relating to geographic concentration; risks inherent in investments in real estate, mortgages and other loans and development and investment holdings; credit risk and counterparty risk; competition risks; environmental and climate change risks; risks relating to access to capital; the risk of changes in governmental laws and regulations; tax risks; foreign exchange risk; acquisitions risk; and leasing risks. Our objectives and forward-looking statements are based on certain assumptions with respect to each of our markets, including that the general economy remains stable; the gradual recovery and growth of the general economy continues over 2025; that no unforeseen changes in the legislative and operating framework for our business will occur; that there will be no material change to environmental regulations that may adversely impact our business; that we will meet our future objectives, priorities and growth targets; that we receive the licenses, permits or approvals necessary in connection with our projects; that we will have access to adequate capital to fund our future projects, plans and any potential acquisitions; that we are able to identify high-quality investment opportunities and find suitable partners with which to enter into joint ventures or partnerships; that we do not incur any material environmental liabilities; there will not be a material change in foreign exchange rates; that the impact of the current economic climate and global financial conditions on our operations will remain consistent with our current expectations; that no duties, tariffs or other trade restrictions will negatively impact the Trust; and competition for and availability of acquisitions remains consistent with the current climate.

All forward-looking information in this press release speaks as of March 20, 2025, unless otherwise noted. The Trust does not undertake to update any such forward-looking information whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law. Additional information about these assumptions and risks and uncertainties is disclosed in the Trust’s filings with securities regulators filed on the System for Electronic Document Analysis and Retrieval+ (www.sedarplus.com), including its latest annual information form and MD&A. These filings are also available at the Trust’s website at www.dreamimpacttrust.ca.

Contacts

For further information, please contact:

Meaghan Peloso
Chief Financial Officer

416 365-6322

mpeloso@dream.ca

Kimberly Lefever
Director, Investor Relations

416 365-6339

klefever@dream.ca

Transaction Growth and Agent Optimism Indexes Ease but Remain Near Recent Highs

TORONTO & NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Real Brokerage Inc. (NASDAQ: REAX, “Real”), a technology platform reshaping real estate for agents, home buyers and sellers, today released results from its February 2025 Agent Survey. The findings indicate that housing inventory is rising in many markets, leading to longer listing times and increased price reductions as sellers adjust expectations. Meanwhile, Real’s Agent Optimism and Transaction Growth indexes moderated in February, though remain elevated relative to last year.

“Higher inventory levels are giving buyers more options and greater negotiating power, but affordability still remains the biggest hurdle in today’s market,” said Tamir Poleg, Chairman and CEO of Real. “While our Transaction Growth Index softened slightly from last month, the overall market continues to show signs of stabilization.”

“As more homes come on to the market agents are advising sellers to set realistic price expectations and, in some cases, invest in upgrades to attract buyers,” said Sharran Srivatsaa, President of Real. “Sellers who overprice their homes are seeing longer days on market, while those who price more competitively or enhance their listings with staging and cosmetic improvements are securing more offers and faster sales.”

Key Survey Findings: Market Trends and Insights

• Transaction Growth Index Slips Back into Contraction: Real’s Transaction Growth Index, which measures year-over-year changes in home sales activity as reported by agents, edged down to 49.1 in February, from 51.3 in January. A reading below 50 signals contraction, marking a return to declining transaction volumes after January’s expansionary reading.
  • U.S. transaction activity softened according to agents, with the sub-index slipping to 49.4 in February from 50.2 in January.
  • Canada saw a more pronounced decline, with the sub-index falling to 46.2 from 60.5 in January, its first contractionary reading since August 2024.
• Agent Optimism Index Eases but Remains Near Recent Highs: Real’s Agent Optimism Index, which tracks agent sentiment on local market conditions over the next 12 months, registered 70.4 in February, down from 74.0 in January, though still near historic highs. Forty-eight percent (48%) of agents reported feeling more optimistic about their local market compared to the previous month, with 22% feeling significantly more optimistic. Only 9% of agents felt more pessimistic, while 22% remained neutral.
• Market Conditions Remain Balanced, But Buyer Power is Growing: In February, 33% of agents described their market as balanced, down from 36% in January. Thirty-four percent (34%) still reported a seller’s market, unchanged from the prior month, while 33% identified a buyer’s market, up from 30% in January. This points to a gradual shift toward more buyer-friendly conditions.
• Affordability Remains the Top Challenge for Buyers, But Economic Uncertainty is Rising: While 53% of agents cited affordability as the biggest hurdle for homebuyers—down from 61% in January—another 15% noted concerns over economic uncertainty as the biggest challenge facing homebuyers, up from 10% the prior month. Inventory constraints were noted by 24% of agents, a slight uptick from 23% in January, while buyer competition remained limited, with just 4% of agents citing it as a key issue.

Key Survey Findings: Housing Inventory Trends

• Housing Inventory Rises in Most Markets: A majority of agents (52%) reported higher housing inventory than a year ago, with 15% citing a significant increase in their markets and 37% noting a slight rise. Meanwhile, 28% said inventory levels have remained steady, while 20% observed a decline in available listings.
• Agents Advise More Competitive Pricing as Inventory Increases: Among agents in markets with rising inventory, 49% are advising sellers to set lower initial listing prices to reduce time on market. Twenty-two percent (22%) recommend home upgrades or professional staging to improve marketability, while 12% suggest more frequent price reductions if homes aren’t selling. Another 12% are maintaining previous pricing strategies, and 2% are recommending higher list prices to allow for more negotiation.
• Buyers Leverage Higher Inventory to Negotiate More Aggressively: Forty-five percent (45%) of agents said they are encouraging buyers to negotiate harder on price due to increased inventory, while 24% report no major change in buyer strategy. Additionally, 13% suggest buyers take more time evaluating multiple options, and another 13% recommend buyers include more contingencies when submitting offers.
• Homes Are Taking Longer to Sell: Approximately two-thirds (65%) of agents said homes are sitting on the market longer than this time last year, with 50% reporting a slight increase in time on market and 15% noting a more significant rise. Twenty-two percent (22%) indicated that listing times are unchanged, while only 13% of agents reported a decrease in time on market.
• Lofty Seller Expectations Are Primary Cause of Longer Time on Market: Among agents seeing longer selling times, 41% cited unrealistic seller pricing expectations as the main cause, while 39% pointed to affordability constraints limiting buyer demand. Ten percent (10%) attributed longer market times to increased competition from other listings, 5% to outdated property features, and 1% to other property-specific challenges.

A summary presentation of these results can be found on Real’s investor relations website at the link here.

About the Survey

The Real Brokerage February 2025 Agent Survey included responses from over 500 real estate agents across the United States and Canada and was conducted between February 28, 2025 and March 11, 2025. Responses to questions regarding transaction growth and agent optimism were calibrated on a 0-100 point index scale, with readings above 50 indicating an improving trend, whereas readings below 50 indicate a declining trend. Responses are meant to capture industry-level information and are not meant to serve as an indication of Real’s company-specific growth trends. Additionally, given the smaller sample size, there can be greater variability in Canada index results on a month-to-month basis.

About Real

Real (NASDAQ: REAX) is a real estate experience company working to make life’s most complex transaction simple. The fast-growing company combines essential real estate, mortgage and closing services with powerful technology to deliver a single seamless end-to-end consumer experience, guided by trusted agents. With a presence in all 50 states throughout the U.S. and Canada, Real supports over 26,000 agents who use its digital brokerage platform and tight-knit professional community to power their own forward-thinking businesses.

Forward-Looking Information

This press release contains forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws. Forward-looking information is often, but not always, identified by the use of words such as “seek”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “plan”, “estimate”, “expect”, “likely” and “intend” and statements that an event or result “may”, “will”, “should”, “could” or “might” occur or be achieved and other similar expressions. These statements reflect management’s current beliefs and are based on information currently available to management as of the date hereof. Forward-looking information in this press release includes, without limiting the foregoing, expectations regarding the residential real estate market in the U.S. and Canada.

Forward-looking information is based on assumptions that may prove to be incorrect, including but not limited to expectations regarding 2025 market conditions. Real considers these assumptions to be reasonable in the circumstances. However, forward-looking information is subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking information. Important factors that could cause such differences include, but are not limited to, slowdowns in real estate markets and economic and industry downturns, and those risk factors discussed under the heading “Risk Factors” in the Company’s Annual Information Form dated March 6, 2025, a copy of which is available under the Company’s SEDAR+ profile at www.sedarplus.ca. These factors should be carefully considered and readers should not place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements. Although the forward-looking statements contained in this press release are based upon what management believes to be reasonable assumptions, Real cannot assure readers that actual results will be consistent with these forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this press release, and Real assumes no obligation to update or revise them to reflect new events or circumstances, except as required by law.

Contacts

Investor inquiries, please contact:

Ravi Jani

Vice President, Investor Relations and Financial Planning & Analysis

investors@therealbrokerage.com
908.280.2515

For media inquiries, please contact:

Elisabeth Warrick

Senior Director, Marketing, Communications & Brand

press@therealbrokerage.com
201.564.4221

STACKT, a proudly Canadian company redefining the boundaries of innovation, stands as this year’s sole Canadian honouree in Fast Company’s Economic Development Category.

TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–STACKT is proud to have been named to Fast Company’s prestigious list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2025. This year’s list shines a spotlight on businesses that are shaping industry and culture through their innovations to set new standards and achieve remarkable milestones in all sectors of the economy. Alongside the World’s 50 Most Innovative Companies, Fast Company recognizes 609 organizations across 58 sectors and regions.

STACKT has secured an impressive #4 ranking in Fast Company’s Economic Development category, the only Canadian company to land on this year’s list, a recognition of its groundbreaking role in creative placemaking. This transformative moment marks a pivotal milestone as STACKT starts the expansion beyond its Toronto flagship, launching STACKTˣ across Canada, a small business accelerator platform that’s reshaping the future of commerce and empowering Canadian small businesses.

STACKTˣ empowers entrepreneurs by tackling key challenges like access to retail space and professional networks. Through monthly storefront grants, exclusive networking events, partner perks, and educational resources, the platform equips businesses with the tools they need to thrive. With over 11,000 entrepreneurs on the horizon, STACKTˣ is fueling innovation that strengthens the Canadian economy. Since its inception, the platform has awarded 30 small business grants, helping diverse businesses take their first step into physical retail and amplifying its impact across Canada.

“We’re thrilled to be recognized on Fast Company’s list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2025 as a testament to our pursuit of innovating urban spaces and amplifying local voices,” said Matt Rubinoff, founder and president of STACKT. “This recognition comes after exciting growth for STACKT, highlighted by the launch of our Canadian expansion with STACKTˣ and the addition of new events, businesses, and partnerships at our Toronto flagship. STACKT isn’t just about making use of empty city spaces, it’s creating spaces that amplify commerce and the community for the greater good.”

Beyond the launch of STACKTˣ, STACKT market continues to strengthen its ecosystem with purpose, hosting over 300 events in 2024 and welcoming over 1,000 businesses to its flagship location in the heart of downtown Toronto. The company also secured a 10-year lease with the City of Toronto last year, solidifying its role in supporting Canadian businesses and celebrating diverse cultures. Through these initiatives, STACKT demonstrates its ongoing dedication to community engagement, inclusivity, and local business development.

The World’s Most Innovative Companies stands as one of Fast Company’s most anticipated editorial efforts of the year. To determine honourees, Fast Company’s editors and writers review companies driving progress around the world and across industries, evaluating thousands of submissions through a competitive application process. The result is a globe-spanning guide to innovation today, from early-stage startups to some of the most valuable companies in the world.

The full list of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies honourees can now be found at fastcompany.com. It will also be available on newsstands beginning March 25.

ABOUT STACKT

STACKT creates innovative ecosystems that drive a new way of thinking. From large-scale public spaces to satellite pop-ups, STACKT designs concepts that provide inspiration, opportunity and connection. The community is made up of innovators, entrepreneurs, creators, collaborators, and consumers alike. STACKT’s award-winning Toronto flagship, STACKT market, animates over 100,000 square feet with art, retail, events and public space. The dynamic space shifts alongside the brands and experiences within it. More than a market, STACKT is a SPACE FOR US. For more information, visit www.stacktmarket.com.

ABOUT FAST COMPANY

Fast Company is the only media brand fully dedicated to the vital intersection of business, innovation, and design, engaging the most influential leaders, companies, and thinkers on the future of business. Headquartered in New York City, Fast Company is published by Mansueto Ventures LLC, along with fellow business publication Inc. For more information, please visit fastcompany.com.

Contacts

Media Contact (Canada):

Samantha Berdini

Senior Account Manager, Category Communications

samantha@categorycomms.com
647-238-5256

 Nominations open for 2025 North American Female Roofing Professional of the Year

HERNDON, Va.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–$becn #Ambition2025—Beacon (Nasdaq: BECN), the leading publicly-traded specialty wholesale distributor of roofing, waterproofing and related exterior products, announced today the launch of its fifth annual North American Female Roofing Professional of the Year campaign. This campaign celebrates women across the U.S. and Canada who are raising the bar in the roofing industry—whether on the job site, in the office, or out in the community.

Beacon invites the public to nominate outstanding female roofing professionals who demonstrate excellence, a commitment to putting people first, making safety a priority, doing the right thing, and building for her customers, her coworkers, and her community. Whether they work in operations, accounting, sales, ownership, estimating, or other key roles, every woman making an impact in the industry deserves recognition. Nominations can be submitted through April 18^th by visiting the campaign website. In May, five finalists will be announced, and the public will have the opportunity to vote for their favorite finalist. The winner and runners-up will be announced in June, with all five honorees receiving funding for professional growth, such as attending the International Roofing Expo.

“Women in roofing are making their mark on the roofing industry in incredible ways as trailblazers, problem-solvers, and leaders, and we’re proud to celebrate their contributions,” said Elizabeth Fenbert, Beacon’s Vice President of Sales. “This program goes beyond individual recognition to elevate the women in our industry who are driving innovation and inspiring future generations.”

Last year’s winner, Brooke Laizure, Owner of Whirlwind Roofing & Construction (Whirlwind) in Bixby, Oklahoma, was recognized as the 2024 North American Female Roofing Professional of the Year for her exceptional work ethic and commitment to empowering other women.

“It has been an incredible honor to be recognized among so many hardworking and talented women in the roofing industry,” said Laizure. “Roofing has allowed me to support my community and work alongside incredible women who are making a difference every day. I’m grateful to Beacon for recognizing the impact of women in our industry and supporting their continued growth and success.”

Through April 18^th, 2025, the public can nominate a female roofing professional by visiting the campaign website or emailing FemaleRoofingContest@becn.com. Nominations should include the nominee’s name, role, accomplishments, and a brief biography, along with a photo.

To learn more about the campaign and read the official rules, visit go.becn.com/femaleroofpro/rules.

About Beacon

Founded in 1928, Beacon is a publicly-traded Fortune 500 company that distributes specialty building products, including roofing materials and complementary products, such as waterproofing. The company operates over 580 branches throughout all 50 states in the U.S. and 7 provinces in Canada. Beacon serves an extensive base of approximately 110,000 customers, utilizing its vast branch network and service capabilities to provide high-quality products and support throughout the entire project lifecycle. Beacon offers its own private label brand, TRI-BUILT^®, and has a proprietary digital account management suite, Beacon PRO+^®, which allows customers to manage their businesses online. Beacon’s stock is traded on the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the ticker symbol BECN. To learn more about Beacon, please visit www.beacon-canada.com.

Contacts

INVESTOR CONTACT
Binit Sanghvi

VP, Capital Markets and Treasurer

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TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Slate Grocery REIT (TSX: SGR.U) (TSX: SGR.UN) (the “REIT”), an owner and operator of U.S. grocery-anchored real estate, announced today that the Board of Trustees has declared a distribution for the month of March 2025 of U.S.$0.072 per class U unit of the REIT (“Class U Units”), or U.S.$0.864 on an annualized basis.

Holders of Class U Units may elect to receive their distribution in Canadian dollars and should contact their broker to make such an election.

Holders of class A units of the REIT (“Class A Units”) will receive a distribution equal to the Canadian dollar equivalent (based on the U.S./Canadian dollar exchange rate at the time of payment of the distribution) of U.S.$0.072 per Class A Unit, unless the unitholder has elected to receive distributions in U.S. dollars. Holders of class I units of the REIT (“Class I Units”) will receive a distribution of U.S.$0.072 per Class I Unit, unless the unitholder has elected to receive distributions in Canadian dollars. Holders of units of subsidiaries of the REIT that are exchangeable into Class U Units (“Exchangeable Units”) will receive a distribution of U.S.$0.072 per unit.

If a holder of Class U Units or Class I Units elects to receive distributions in Canadian dollars, the holder will receive the Canadian dollar equivalent amount of the distribution being paid on the Class U Units or Class I Units, as applicable, based on the U.S./Canadian dollar exchange rate at the time of payment of the distribution.

Distributions on all unit classes of the REIT, and distributions on Exchangeable Units, will be payable on April 15, 2025, to unitholders of record as of the close of business on March 31, 2025.

About Slate Grocery REIT (TSX: SGR.U / SGR.UN)

Slate Grocery REIT is an owner and operator of U.S. grocery-anchored real estate. The REIT owns and operates approximately U.S. $2.4 billion of critical real estate infrastructure across major U.S. metro markets that communities rely upon for their daily needs. The REIT’s resilient grocery-anchored portfolio and strong credit tenants are expected to provide unitholders with durable cash flows and the potential for capital appreciation over the longer term. Visit slategroceryreit.com to learn more about the REIT.

About Slate Asset Management

Slate Asset Management is a global investor and manager focused on essential real estate and infrastructure assets. We focus on fundamentals with the objective of creating long-term value for our investors and partners across the real assets space. We are supported by exceptional people and flexible capital, which enable us to originate and execute on a wide range of compelling investment opportunities. Visit slateam.com to learn more, and follow Slate Asset Management on LinkedIn, X (Twitter), and Instagram.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain information herein constitutes “forward-looking information” as defined under Canadian securities laws which reflect management’s expectations regarding objectives, plans, goals, strategies, future growth, results of operations, performance, business prospects and opportunities of the REIT. The words “plans”, “expects”, “does not expect”, “scheduled”, “estimates”, “intends”, “anticipates”, “does not anticipate”, “projects”, “believes”, or variations of such words and phrases or statements to the effect that certain actions, events or results “may”, “will”, “could”, “would”, “might”, “occur”, “be achieved”, or “continue” and similar expressions identify forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by the inherent risks and uncertainties surrounding future expectations.

Forward-looking statements are necessarily based on a number of estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by management as of the date hereof, are inherently subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties and contingencies. When relying on forward-looking statements to make decisions, the REIT cautions readers not to place undue reliance on these statements, as forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties and should not be read as guarantees of future performance or results, and will not necessarily be accurate indications of whether or not the times at or by which such performance or results will be achieved. A number of factors could cause actual results to differ, possibly materially, from the results discussed in the forward-looking statements. Additional information about risks and uncertainties is contained in the filings of the REIT with securities regulators.

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Contacts

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MIAMI–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Trivest Partners LP (“Trivest” or “Firm”), a leading private equity firm focused on investing in founder and family-owned businesses, today announced that Trivest Discovery Fund I has completed the sale of its portfolio company HighGround Restoration Group, Inc. (“HighGround” or “Company”) to Knox Lane. Terms of the sale were not disclosed.

Headquartered in Dallas, TX, HighGround is a leading national platform offering water damage mitigation and restoration services to homeowners. HighGround works hand in hand with homeowners in response to water damage events, with a relentless focus on customer service, responsiveness, and superior results, helping to return homes to their original state with speed and quality. The company was initially formed in February of 2020 with the acquisition of Dry Force, a Texas-based water loss mitigation and restoration leader. In 2022, the company launched the HighGround brand to represent the platform with national scale and resources to serve and support local brand execution. Since the initial investment in Dry Force, HighGround has completed 13 add-on acquisitions, increased its revenue by over 12x, and grown its employee base from 68 to nearly 700. The Company currently operates in thirteen states across the country.

“HighGround was an exciting investment for Trivest from day one. Over our five-year investment period, we had the opportunity to bring 14 terrific family-owned businesses into the HighGround/Trivest family. Each acquired company was a leader in its geographic market, and, by bringing these businesses together, we have built a unique platform in the water damage mitigation and restoration space. Ben Balsley and the entire HighGround team have worked tirelessly to successfully integrate these brands and create an exceptional business,” said Trivest Managing Partner Forest Wester, who led the HighGround investment.

The sale of HighGround represents a signature transaction for Trivest and is a testament to the Firm’s commitment to helping founder-led and family-owned businesses transition and grow. HighGround was the first platform investment in Trivest Discovery Fund I and represents the first Discovery Fund sale as well. Throughout its ownership period, Trivest leveraged numerous elements of its long-term value creation strategy, the “Path to 3x.” Trivest created a true Category of One by helping rebrand the entity as HighGround Restoration Group, driving its customer service-centric value proposition throughout the organization using the unified theme of “We Turn Chaos Into Calm.” Trivest also worked diligently to Topgrade the rapidly growing organization, filling out a best-in-class management team lead by Ben Balsley as CEO. The exemplary performance of this team was key to successfully integrating the numerous acquisitions, growing the Company’s profitability and ultimately the outstanding exit outcome achieved by Trivest.

“The growth we’ve experienced over the past five years has been nothing short of amazing and has culminated in this exciting new partnership with Knox Lane. We would like to thank the entire team from Trivest. From their original investment in Dry Force through the exit process, Trivest showed an incredible commitment to investing in our company and our people to help HighGround maximize its potential,” said HighGround CEO Ben Balsley.

Harris Williams served as exclusive financial advisor and Akerman LLP served as legal advisor to both HighGround and Trivest.

ABOUT HIGHGROUND

HighGround is a leading residential restoration services platform combining national scale with local brand execution. HighGround helps customers who have suffered water or fire damage by providing drying and clean up services coupled with restoration and repair contracting. With a proven track record of growth and focus on people, HighGround was built by partnering with like-minded companies that share a track record of doing the right thing for customers, employees, and partners. To learn more, visit www.highgroundnow.com

ABOUT TRIVEST

Trivest Partners is a leading private equity firm with more than $6 billion of capital under management across four unique investment funds that focus exclusively on the support and growth of founder-led and family-owned businesses with both control and non-control transactions across the United States and Canada. Headquartered in Miami, with a presence in Charlotte, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, and Toronto, the Firm has more than 50 portfolio companies as of January 2025. To learn more, visit www.trivest.com

Contacts

Forest Wester

305-858-2200

TORONTO & NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Real Brokerage Inc. (NASDAQ: REAX), a technology platform reshaping real estate for agents, home buyers and sellers, today announced that Sharran Srivatsaa will transition from his role as President of Real to join the company’s Board of Directors, subject to corporate approvals, effective June 1, 2025.

“Sharran’s leadership, vision and deep commitment to Real’s mission have been instrumental in shaping the company’s culture and growth trajectory,” said Tamir Poleg, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Real. “We are incredibly grateful for his contributions and excited that he will continue to play a critical role in shaping our strategy as a member of the Board of Directors. His insight and advocacy for agents will remain invaluable as we continue to build the real estate platform of the future.”

As a Board member, Sharran will focus on representing the voice of Real’s agents and ensuring that the company continues to prioritize agent success and industry innovation. Over the coming months, he will work closely with the team to ensure a seamless transition.

“Real has never been in a stronger position to empower agents through its innovative business model, proprietary technology and collaborative, entrepreneurial culture,” said Sharran Srivatsaa. “While stepping away from my day-to-day role as President is bittersweet, I am incredibly confident in the strength of our leadership team and the trajectory of our company. I look forward to continuing to support Real in this next chapter as a Board member, ensuring that we remain focused on delivering unmatched value to our agents, partners and shareholders.”

Real’s leadership team remains committed to maintaining the company’s momentum, prioritizing growth, innovation and the long-term success of its agents.

About Real

Real (NASDAQ: REAX) is a real estate experience company working to make life’s most complex transaction simple. The fast-growing company combines essential real estate, mortgage and closing services with powerful technology to deliver a single seamless end-to-end consumer experience, guided by trusted agents. With a presence throughout the U.S. and Canada, Real supports more than 26,000 agents who use its digital brokerage platform and tight-knit professional community to power their own forward-thinking businesses.

Forward-Looking Information

This press release contains forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws. Forward-looking information is often, but not always, identified by the use of words such as “seek”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “plan”, “estimate”, “expect”, “likely” and “intend” and statements that an event or result “may”, “will”, “should”, “could” or “might” occur or be achieved and other similar expressions. These statements reflect management’s current beliefs and are based on information currently available to management as of the date hereof. Forward-looking information in this press release includes, without limiting the foregoing, information relating to transitions in Real’s leadership.

Forward-looking information is based on assumptions that may prove to be incorrect, including but not limited to Real’s business objectives, expected growth, results of operations, performance, business projects and opportunities and financial results. Real considers these assumptions to be reasonable in the circumstances. However, forward-looking information is subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking information. Important factors that could cause such differences include, but are not limited to, slowdowns in real estate markets, economic and industry downturns, Real’s ability to attract new agents and retain current agents, and those risk factors discussed under the heading “Risk Factors” in the Company’s Annual Information Form dated March 6, 2025, a copy of which is available under the Company’s SEDAR+ profile at www.sedarplus.ca. These factors should be carefully considered and readers should not place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements. Although the forward-looking statements contained in this press release are based upon what management believes to be reasonable assumptions, Real cannot assure readers that actual results will be consistent with these forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this press release, and Real assumes no obligation to update or revise them to reflect new events or circumstances, except as required by law.

Contacts

Investor inquiries, please contact:

Ravi Jani

Vice President, Investor Relations and Financial Planning & Analysis

investors@therealbrokerage.com
908.280.2515

For media inquiries, please contact:

Elisabeth Warrick

Senior Director, Marketing, Communications & Brand

elisabeth@therealbrokerage.com
201.564.4221

• Enables the site to meet growing demand for low-voltage distribution equipment

MISSISSAUGA, Ontario–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, is expanding its Duna Smart Power Systems (DSPS) smart factory in Dunavecse, which opened last year. The new facility covering 18,000 square metres, is being constructed with an investment of 44 million €.

Schneider Electric is adapting its capacity flexibly in response to market demands while adhering to a principle of gradual growth. The expanded facility will focus on manufacturing low-voltage distribution equipment marking the introduction of these products at this site.

The development will occur entirely on the 10 hectares of land already owned by Schneider Electric, which was chosen prior to the launch of the first phase of DSPS for its suitability for future expansion. Last May, the company inaugurated the Duna Smart Power Systems (DSPS) plant in Dunavecse, one of its largest production facilities in Europe. It serves as the main European production centre for the company’s latest SF6-free medium-voltage switchgear RM AirSeT, as well as medium-voltage air-insulated switchgears for both Europe and global markets.

“As a leading global industrial technology company, Schneider Electric is a trusted partner in sustainability and energy efficiency through electrification and digitalization. The expansion of our Dunavecse factory responds to the significant market demand for low-voltage distribution equipment globally”, said Yann Reynaud, Schneider Electric’s Senior Vice President, Global Engineering to Order Operations.

In addition to enhancing sustainability and energy efficiency, the first phase of DSPS was designed for efficient building operation. Schneider Electric’s EcoStruxure, an IoT-enabled, plug-and-play, open, and interoperable architecture and platform, is implemented with advanced online monitoring systems and communication network tools to help prevent failures and ensure timely interventions.

In recognition of Schneider Electric’s commitment to sustainability and efficiency, the company has been named the world’s most sustainable company by TIME magazine and Corporate Knights recently, as well as the DSPS has already received several awards, including first place in the Industry category of the Hungarian Real Estate Development Excellence Award, Zero Carbon Award in new construction category of the Hungarian Green Building Association (HuGBC), and recognition as one of the three best projects in last year’s “Green Awards powered by Green Cloud” competition. Additionally, it was a finalist in the BTS (Build-To-Suit) category of the CRE Awards and received “Best Technology Investment of the Year” award from the Joint Venture Association.

About Schneider Electric

Schneider’s purpose is to create Impact by empowering all to make the most of our energy and resources, bridging progress and sustainability for all. At Schneider, we call this Life Is On.

Our mission is to be the trusted partner in Sustainability and Efficiency.

We are a global industrial technology leader bringing world-leading expertise in electrification, automation and digitalization to smart industries, resilient infrastructure, future-proof data centers, intelligent buildings, and intuitive homes. Anchored by our deep domain expertise, we provide integrated end-to-end lifecycle AI enabled Industrial IoT solutions with connected products, automation, software and services, delivering digital twins to enable profitable growth for our customers.

We are a people company with an ecosystem of 150,000 colleagues and more than a million partners operating in over 100 countries to ensure proximity to our customers and stakeholders. We embrace diversity and inclusion in everything we do, guided by our meaningful purpose of a sustainable future for all.

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Contacts

Media Relations – Edelman on behalf of Schneider Electric, Juan Pablo Guerrero

Phone: +1 416 875 7173, Email: juan.guerrero@edelman.com