DOVER, Del.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–To speed up permit turnaround times and give applicants full transparency into the permitting process, the City of Long Beach, California, has chosen Clariti Enterprise to replace its existing platform. The new Enterprise Land Management (ELM) System will be implemented by Speridian Technologies and used by approximately 500 internal users across multiple city departments.

Long Beach is the second-largest city in Los Angeles County and the seventh most populous in California. In 2024 alone, the city conducted over 3,600 plan checks and issued more than 12,000 permits for retail and commercial projects, totaling $591 million in construction valuation.

“The LB Builds – Enterprise Land Management system represents a transformative step forward for how Long Beach serves its residents, developers and businesses,” said Long Beach Community Development Department Director Christopher Koontz. “[The Clariti system] will dramatically improve the customer experience across all aspects of permitting and licensing.”

With Clariti Enterprise, the city will integrate 26 different applications currently used for development services onto one central platform, which will significantly reduce back-and-forth between customers and staff.

As the single source of truth for key functions such as licensing, permitting, planning, and inspections, the new system will also help the city:

• Accelerate permit turnaround times by eliminating department silos.
• Deliver an exceptional experience for customers by providing an intuitive portal that will allow residents to find information, communicate with staff, and apply, track, and pay for their permit online.
• Automate time-consuming manual tasks like scheduling inspections, assigning reviews, and sending notifications, so staff can focus on high-impact work.
• Attract developers and investors by reducing delays and offering a simpler, faster way to do business with the city.
• Make better, data-informed decisions with Enterprise’s in-depth reporting and powerful analytics.

On the decision to move forward with Clariti, the city highlighted the platform’s scalability and flexibility, as well as Clariti’s strong presence in California, which includes neighboring jurisdictions such as the City of Los Angeles, Bakersfield, Irvine, and Orange County.

“We’re thrilled to be partnering with the City of Long Beach to bring them a more connected, flexible community development system,” said Cyrus Symoom, Co-CEO of Clariti. “With Enterprise, Long Beach will be able to meet demand with greater speed and transparency, while continuing to evolve alongside its community.”

“Speridian Technologies is honored to partner with the City of Long Beach to deliver a next-generation permitting experience,” said Speridian Technologies Chief Executive Officer, Ali Hasan. “Our mission is to empower public sector organizations with innovative, scalable solutions that streamline operations, enhance transparency, and improve service delivery for residents and businesses. By implementing a modern enterprise system, Long Beach is setting a new standard for efficiency and customer experience in municipal permitting, and we are proud to support their vision for a more connected and accessible city.”

About the City of Long Beach

Long Beach is nestled along the Southern California coast and home to approximately 466,000 people. As an award-winning full-service charter city, Long Beach offers the amenities of a metropolitan city while maintaining a strong sense of individual and diverse neighborhoods, culture and community. With a bustling downtown and over six miles of scenic beaches, Long Beach is a renowned tourist and business destination and home to the iconic Queen Mary, nationally recognized Aquarium of the Pacific and Long Beach Airport, award-winning Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center and world-class Port of Long Beach.

For more information about the City of Long Beach, visit longbeach.gov/. Follow us on social media to keep up with the latest news: Facebook, X, Instagram and YouTube. More information about the Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine is available at longbeach.gov/park and on Facebook and Instagram.

About Clariti

Clariti helps governments of all sizes across North America achieve unparalleled efficiency and productivity with configurable community development solutions that include extensive purpose-built processes leading governments use every day. Today, Clariti is the only permitting software vendor solely focused on community development, with a suite of products that includes two different community development platforms for large and small-sized governments, and a pre-application permitting guide. Clariti solutions are trusted by leading governments of all sizes such as Los Angeles, Phoenix, Orange County, Tampa, FL, Placerville, CA, Albany, NY, and more. For more information, visit www.claritisoftware.com.

About Speridian Technologies

Speridian Technologies is a global IT solutions and consulting company committed to helping government agencies modernize operations and enhance public service delivery. With a presence across North America, the Middle East, and Asia, Speridian partners with public sector organizations to implement innovative, scalable, and citizen-centric digital solutions. Its tailored technology solutions help governments improve transparency, ensure compliance, and deliver better outcomes for the communities they serve. To learn more about Speridian Technologies and its public sector solutions, visit: www.speridian.com/public-sector/

Contacts

Jeremy Bosch

VP, Marketing

Clariti

jeremy.bosch@claritisoftware.com

National recognition highlights LP as one of the country’s top employers

NASHVILLE, Tenn.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–LP Building Solutions (LP), a leading manufacturer of high-performance building products, has been named to Newsweek’s America’s Most Admired Workplaces 2026 list, earning national recognition as one of the country’s most respected employers.

Now in its second year, the annual ranking is based on surveys of more than 400,000 U.S. workers and 4.9 million company reviews. Employers are evaluated across 10 categories, including corporate culture, career development and work-life balance.

“Recognition on Newsweek’s list is especially meaningful because it reflects the voices of American workers,” said LP Chair and CEO Brad Southern. “At LP, our goal is to create an environment where team members can thrive, feel valued and see a future for themselves. This honor affirms the strength of our culture and the dedication of our people.”

In announcing honorees, Newsweek Editor-in-Chief Jennifer H. Cunningham said, “A great workplace is one that strives to make all its employees feel respected and appreciated. But ensuring that employees are comfortable and valued is something only some companies excel at.”

LP’s approach to workplace culture is guided by its “Building What Matters™” philosophy, which emphasizes the following:

• Building careers by supporting individual growth and development.
• Building connections by fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace.
• Building well-being by prioritizing safety, health and wellness.
• Building purpose by making a positive impact in communities.

LP’s recognition on the 2026 list reflects its ongoing commitment to fostering a strong workplace culture and supporting team member growth within the manufacturing sector.

The full list of America’s Most Admired Workplaces 2026 honorees is available at Newsweek.com.

About LP Building Solutions

As a leader in high-performance building solutions, Louisiana-Pacific Corporation (LP Building Solutions, NYSE: LPX) manufactures engineered wood products that meet the demands of builders, remodelers and homeowners worldwide. LP’s extensive portfolio of innovative and dependable products includes Siding Solutions (LP^® SmartSide^® Trim & Siding, LP^® SmartSide^® ExpertFinish^® Trim & Siding, LP BuilderSeries^® Lap Siding and LP^® Outdoor Building Solutions^®), LP^® Structural Solutions (LP^® TechShield^® Radiant Barrier Sheathing, LP WeatherLogic^® Air & Water Barrier, LP Legacy^® Premium Sub-Flooring, LP^® FlameBlock^® Fire-Rated Sheathing, LP NovaCore^® Thermal Insulated Sheathing and LP^® TopNotch^® 350 Durable Sub-Flooring) and LP^® Oriented Strand Board. In addition to product solutions, LP provides industry-leading customer service and warranties. Since its founding in 1972, LP has been Building a Better World^™ by helping customers construct beautiful, durable homes while shareholders build lasting value. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, LP operates more than 20 manufacturing facilities across North and South America. For more information, visit LPCorp.com.

Contacts

Media Contact
615-986-5886

Media.Relations@lpcorp.com

Firm now delivers integrated public and private market intelligence across four continents and expanded sector coverage with the acquisition of College House

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Green Street, the leading provider of trusted commercial real estate (CRE) and infrastructure intelligence, predictive analytics, and unbiased insights, is celebrating its 40th anniversary as it continues to accelerate global growth. Today, Green Street’s integrated platform serves more than 4,000 companies across North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia, offering the most comprehensive combination of real assets research, infrastructure intelligence, data, analytics, advisory, and news worldwide.

“For 40 years, our insights have helped shape the decisions of the world’s most influential infrastructure and CRE participants,” said Jeff Stuek Jr., Chief Executive Officer of Green Street. “We’ve built a reputation as the gold standard for commercial real estate intelligence. As we look ahead to the next 40 years, we’re focused on expanding into new markets, acquiring complementary capabilities, and delivering the most forward-looking data and analytics to identify tomorrow’s opportunities.”

Acquisitions Continue to Strengthen Global Platform

Underscoring its commitment to growth and innovation, Green Street has completed seven strategic acquisitions over the past six years, each designed to expand the breadth and depth of its global commercial real estate intelligence platform. From enhancing property-level data and broadening geographic coverage to deepening sector-specific insights, these acquisitions have added meaningful capabilities that strengthen Green Street’s leadership position. The most recent, College House, brings premier student housing data and analytics into the platform—further aligning with the company’s strategy to integrate granular private market data with institutional-level research. Together, these acquisitions accelerate Green Street’s ability to deliver actionable, forward-looking intelligence across more markets, asset classes, and client needs.

Expanding Reach Across Global Markets

Today, Green Street’s predictive analytics and market intelligence help organizations make investment decisions in more than 25 countries, reflecting the firm’s relevance and depth. Recent expansions include:

• Australia – Earlier this year, Green Street expanded its newsroom with the launch of Green Street News Australia, covering industrial, office, residential, and retail markets with breaking deal coverage, leasing transactions, and regulatory updates.
• Canada – Green Street extended its Canadian market coverage with expanded private and public market data, analytics, and exclusive news. Its Canadian Outlook Report provides a comprehensive view of apartments, industrial, office, and retail sectors.

Customer Loyalty and Proven Value

Green Street continues to earn some of the highest levels of client satisfaction in the industry, reflecting strong loyalty and trust across its global customer base. Consistently outperforming peers in independent benchmarks, the company’s results highlight the value of delivering unbiased, predictive, and actionable insights that clients rely on year after year.

“Our intelligence is forward-looking, rooted in decades of expertise, and validated by a proven track record,” Stuek added. “Whether it’s forecasting, tracking deals, or providing clarity on valuations, our clients rely on us to know what’s coming next.”

About Green Street

Founded in 1985, Green Street is the premier provider of actionable commercial real estate and infrastructure research, news, data, analytics, and advisory services. By combining forward-looking market research, proprietary data, predictive analytics, and expert advisory, Green Street empowers market participants across the U.S., Canada, Europe, Asia, and Australia to make confident, informed decisions.

To learn more about Green Street’s global expansion and solutions, visit www.greenstreet.com.

Contacts

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Green Street Media

media@greenstreet.com
(949) 640-8780

Vince Rea to Retire as President and General Manager after Successful Tenure

VAUGHAN, Ontario–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Canadian business of Pittsburgh Paints Company today announced that it will become a stand-alone company. The new entity will be renamed Canadian Industries Limited (CIL), honouring its deep heritage and mission of delivering architectural paint and stain product excellence and innovation to commercial and residential customers across Canada and commencing a new chapter of growth and investment in Canada.

For more than a century, the CIL brand has been trusted by Canadians for quality, innovation and locally made paints that brighten homes and communities from coast to coast. By reviving the legacy CIL name, the business underscores its commitment to Canadian customers, Canadian manufacturing, and a strong, independent future.

“Launching CIL as an independent Canadian company will allow us to move faster, serve customers better, and invest more intentionally in the Canadian market,” said Brian Carson, President and CEO, Pittsburgh Paints Co. “This is about growth and building on the strength of our DULUX^®, SICO^®, and BETONEL^® brands with a renewed focus on what Canadian customers need most.”

CIL also announced that Vince Rea will retire after more than three decades with the Company. Rea has successfully led CIL since 2019, having originally joined the company in 1989. His leadership over the years was critical in strengthening the Canadian business, stewarding its leading brands, and setting the company on a path for future growth as a standalone organization. He is succeeded by Brendan Demler, president and general manager, commercial, and Tim Fisher, president and general manager, retail, who will co-lead the company from it’s Vaughan, Ontario headquarters. In his retirement, Rea will continue to support CIL in an advisory capacity with Carson, Demler and Fisher to ensure a smooth transition with employees and customers.

“Tim and Brendan have been instrumental working in advisory roles this year in generating growth strategies – bringing a wealth of knowledge and fresh ideas to the team as it moves forward. Backed by a committed ownership group and an exceptional team, together they are primed to execute on new store openings and expanded retail and dealer partnerships that will enhance the customer experience,” said Vince Rea, President and General Manager, CIL. Regarding his retirement, Rea said, “When I first joined our organization, we proudly carried the CIL name and the Canadian legacy that came with it. It’s an honour to bring back that legacy and I am excited to support CIL’s next chapter under Tim and Brendan’s leadership.”

“Vince has guided our Canadian business with exemplary leadership, elevating the customer experience and cultivating a high-performing team committed to delivering the right products and exceptional service every day. We are grateful for his years of dedicated service,” said Carson. “He has laid the foundation for Tim and Brendan to build upon as they continue our investment in this incredible organization. We immensely value our Canadian business and have positioned it for its next chapter of growth with the leadership of Brendan and Tim, two excellent executives hand chosen to take CIL forward.”

With the most powerful portfolio of brands in the Canadian market – including Dulux, Sico, and Betonel paints – CIL is Canada’s largest paint company. Proudly manufacturing its products in Canada and employing over 1,500 Canadians, the Company continues to be deeply committed to investing in local communities as it builds for the future.

About Canadian Industries Limited

Serving the domestic market for more than 100 years, Canadian Industries Limited (“CIL”) is the largest manufacturer and distributor of paints and coatings in Canada. Headquartered in Vaughan, Ontario with operations coast-to-coast, CIL’s portfolio includes the industry’s most iconic and respected brands: DULUX^® (in Canada), SICO^®, and BETONEL^®. Products are available at independent retailers, 230+ DULUX^® company stores, RONA®, and THE HOME DEPOT®.

About The Pittsburgh Paints Company

With 125 years of product innovation, Pittsburgh Paints Co.’s portfolio includes some of the industry’s most iconic and respected brands: GLIDDEN^®, OLYMPIC^®, PITTSBURGH PAINTS & STAINS^®, LIQUID NAILS^®, Manor Hall^®, HOMAX^®, TRUEFINISH^®, MULCO^®, and FLOOD^®. Products are available at THE HOME DEPOT®, WALMART®, MENARDS®, LOWES®, independent retailers, and 750+ PITTSBURGH PAINTS CO. company stores. Pittsburgh Paints Co.’s headquarters is in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania, located 20 minutes northeast of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Learn more at pittsburghpaintsco.com and follow us on LinkedIn. #NewNameSameLegacy

Contacts

Media Contacts:


The Pittsburgh Paints Company
Jamie Altman & Katie Regan

media@kirkpat.com

CIL
Gail Bergman

gbergman@gailbergmanpr.com

LADERA RANCH, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc. (“SmartStop”) (NYSE: SMA), an internally managed real estate investment trust and a premier owner and operator of self-storage facilities in the United States and Canada, announced the acquisition of a Class A self-storage facility located at 2255 Elizabeth Avenue in Rahway, New Jersey.

The property spans approximately 53,450 net rentable square feet in a modern, four-story building. It offers approximately 550 climate-controlled storage units, 11 RV parking units, and two elevators for convenient access. Strategically positioned, the facility is situated just 20 miles from Manhattan and five miles from Staten Island, offering prominent visibility and signage from Elizabeth Avenue.

The location also benefits from exposure along NJ TRANSIT’s Northeast Corridor and North Jersey Coast Line railways, which see nearly 100,000 average weekday passengers. The surrounding area is experiencing strong fundamentals, including a projected five-year population growth of 2.4%, ensuring continued demand for storage solutions. The facility will serve the neighborhoods of Clark, Port Reading, Iselin, Carteret, Woodbridge, Cranford, Linden, and Colonia.

“The combination of Class A construction, its close proximity to the dense Rahway residential community, and visibility from the regional rail line makes this facility an ideal fit for our strategy of acquiring and operating best-in-class self-storage assets in high-demand markets,” said Wayne Johnson, President and Chief Investment Officer of SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc.

About SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc. (SmartStop):

SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc. (“SmartStop”) (NYSE: SMA) is a self-managed REIT with a fully integrated operations team of more than 600 self-storage professionals focused on growing the SmartStop® Self Storage brand. SmartStop, through its indirect subsidiary SmartStop REIT Advisors, LLC, also sponsors other self-storage programs. As of September 4, 2025, SmartStop has an owned or managed portfolio of 236 operating properties in 23 states, the District of Columbia, and Canada, comprising approximately 170,500 units and 19.1 million rentable square feet. SmartStop and its affiliates own or manage 49 operating self-storage properties in Canada, which total approximately 41,800 units and 4.2 million rentable square feet.

Contacts

David Corak
SVP of Corporate Finance and Strategy

SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc.

IR@smartstop.com

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Pretium, a specialized investment firm managing approximately $60 billion in assets, today announced the addition of Kim Larin as Chief Compliance Officer.

Kim is a seasoned compliance leader with nearly 30 years in the investment management industry. She joins Pretium from GLP Capital Partners, where she was Global Chief Compliance Officer. Prior to GLP, she spent nearly 20 years at Oaktree Capital Management, where she served as Head of Global Investment Compliance and then Deputy Chief Compliance Officer. Kim began her career as a compliance officer at Western Asset Management.

“We are thrilled to welcome Kim as our Chief Compliance Officer,” said Jeffrey Meriggi, Chief Business Affairs and Legal Officer of Pretium. “Her extensive experience in scaling and leading global compliance programs will be instrumental as we continue to grow the Pretium platform, including by expanding into new markets and developing innovative products that meet the evolving needs of our investors.”

“I am honored to join Pretium and contribute to its strong culture of compliance,” said Larin. “I look forward to working with this talented team to support the firm’s continued growth while upholding the highest standards for our clients, partners, and stakeholders.”

About Pretium

Pretium is a specialized investment firm focused on U.S. residential real estate, residential credit, and corporate credit. Pretium was founded in 2012 to capitalize on investment and lending opportunities arising as a result of structural changes, disruptions, and inefficiencies within the economy. Pretium has built an integrated analytical and operational ecosystem within the U.S. housing, residential credit, and corporate credit markets, and believes that its insight and experience within these markets create a strategic advantage over other investment managers. Pretium’s platform has approximately $60 billion in assets, comprising real estate investments across nearly 90 markets in the U.S., and employs approximately 7,000 people across 44+ offices, including its New York headquarters, Miami, London, Seoul, and Sydney. Please visit www.pretium.com for additional information.

Contacts

Media Contact
Brenna Karp

Pretium

Media@pretium.com