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    Image source: The Motley Fool. Site Centers Corp (NYSE: SITC)Q1 2021 Earnings CallApr 22, 2021, 8:00 a.m. ETContents: Prepared Remarks Questions and Answers Call Participants Prepared Remarks: OperatorGood morning, and welcome to the SITE Centers' First Quarter 2021 Operating Results Conference Call.

  • Leading Organizations From Diverse Communities Unite and Call for Action to End Anti-Asian Hate

    Coalition of Organizations to Have Ongoing Dialogue to Help Address Challenges Affecting the AAPI CommunityNew York, NY, April 22, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In response to the historic increases in anti-Asian and Pacific Islander (AAPI) hatred, violence, and xenophobia, today leading organizations from diverse communities across the United States are calling for action and change. Like many Americans, the AAPI community has faced increased unemployment, food and housing insecurity, shuttering of local small businesses, and safety risks to frontline and healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Hate and violence, fueled by fear and misinformation, have made an already difficult period even harder. In the past year alone, more than 3,800 incidents of violence and hatred have been reported against the AAPI community. Today’s call for action is being organized by Committee of 100, a nonprofit organization that works to ensure the full inclusion and participation of Chinese Americans in all aspects of American life. "We at the Committee of 100 are extremely saddened by the increased attacks against Chinese Americans and the Asian American and Pacific Islander community. Chinese Americans are Americans. Period. The violence and rhetoric now targeting our communities across the U.S. is horrific, sad, and unacceptable,” said Gary Locke, Chairman-Elect of Committee of 100. “For centuries now, the Chinese American and AAPI community continue to be seen as perpetual foreigners, strangers in our own homeland – America. We are extremely thankful to all of the AAPI and non-AAPI organizations for standing with us as we collectively work towards concrete actions that will address the roots of the violence and xenophobia directed at the Asian American and Pacific Islander community. Hate has no place in our society.” The rise in anti-Asian hate and violence is horrific and unacceptable. Each day another incident devastates America. In January, President Biden issued a presidential memorandum condemning racism, xenophobia, and intolerance against the 21 million AAPIs in the U.S. But we need action. United in the same spirit and mission, the 1990 Institute, American Jewish Committee (AJC), Anti-Defamation League (ADL), Asian Pacific Islander American Public Affairs (APAPA), Committee of 100, Council of Korean Americans, NAACP, National Asian/Pacific Islander Chamber of Commerce and Entrepreneurship (National ACE), National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO) Educational Fund, National Urban League, and Partnership With Native Americans are calling for concrete action. The organizations all share common concerns and experiences around racism, violence, discrimination, and marginalization. We, the undersigned organizations call for law enforcement, elected officials, and government agencies to ensure a holistic response to the Anti-Asian hate problem, and recognize the urgent need to consider and act upon the following recommendations: We call on all elected officials – including governors, mayors, and members of Congress—to forcefully denounce all acts of anti-Asian American racism and bigotry.We call on the new U.S. Attorney General and the U.S. Department of Justice to set up a task force to specifically investigate and combat increased violence directed towards the AAPI community.We call on the Department of Justice to revisit its China Initiative and examine whether the program has caused the spike in increased prosecution of innocent Chinese American scientists.We call for the federal government to provide funding to state and local law enforcement agencies for education, training, and community outreach on bias incidents and crimes.We call on the federal government to combat misinformation and online extremism which has led to the increase in AAPI hate.We call on all law enforcement agencies to prioritize their response to criminal acts of bigotry, racism and hate inflicted on the AAPI community as well as other communities of color, whether verbal, physical or psychological.We call on all elected officials and lawmakers to ensure survivors of hate crimes have access to support services in languages used by their local communities.We call for the investigation and removal if warranted, of any public official, government employee, or law enforcement officer found to be stoking hate or discriminating against people of AAPI descent.We call on senior executives and those in leadership positions to ensure that the AAPI community has a voice at the table, including in the boardroom.We call on all concerned groups across all ethnicities to unite, explore concrete partnerships, and collaborate to bring forth a safer, better, and more ideal America. The undersigned organizations have also agreed to meet on a quarterly basis to continue discussion of joint programs, activities, and advocacy to combat anti-AAPI hate. Calling for Action “We call on everyone to join our vision for a positive environment for Asians in America and for U.S. relations with China,” said Dan Chao, Chairman of the Board, 1990 Institute. “The 1990 Institute provides information that affects the lives of Asian Americans, and indeed all Americans, to provoke thought on topical issues, including how the perceptions of China and the contributions of Asian Americans affect all Americans. Education leads to understanding and understanding leads to change. The 1990 Institute stands in solidarity with everyone standing up for our country's unity and humanity.” “The scourge of assaults on Asian Americans is horrific,” said David Harris, CEO, American Jewish Committee (AJC). “As American Jews who also have painfully experienced the fear and tragedy of hate, we join with our partners in the Asian American community to call on leaders to take concrete measures to address the violence. Silence is unacceptable. Unity in combating hate is absolutely imperative.” “There’s great strength in numbers, which is why it is so important for all Americans to join together with the AAPI community in speaking out against this scourge of hatred, and prejudice,” said Jonathan A. Greenblatt, ADL CEO and National Director. “Today, we issue a challenge to our elected, law enforcement and civic leaders to do more. Only through coordinated action can we prevent further acts of bias-motivated violence and hurtful scapegoating.” “APAPA strongly supports Committee of 100’s initiative to form a coalition across all communities in an effort to help address the challenges in the AAPI community,” said Ken Fong, Chair, APAPA. “The United States is at our greatest when we value every citizen regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, disability, and sexual orientation. If we are to lead the world, we must cherish people from all over the world!” “As a proud American organization dedicated to the advancement and inclusion of 5 million Chinese Americans across all aspects of American life, Committee of 100 has spoken out against discrimination and racism for more than 30 years,” said Zheng Yu Huang, President of Committee of 100. “This coalition across communities showcases the strength and impact we together possess. We thank all ofthe AAPI and non-AAPI organizations for joining with Committee of 100 to address racism, discrimination, and violence against the AAPI community. Collectively, we can work to put these horrificincidents in the past and move forward as one nation.” “Racism, xenophobia and discrimination impact all of our minority communities and are issues we must band together to defeat. We are proud to stand with our fellow national organizations representing AAPI, Black, Jewish, Latinx and other communities to fight for the protection and respect of all Americans,” said Abraham Kim, Ph.D., Executive Director, Council of Korean Americans. “In light of the horrific rise in hate incidents and violence against the AAPI community, we challenge our government officials, law enforcement agencies, business executives and civic leaders to act immediately, with courage and conviction, to ensure the safety and security of this community.” "We all have a responsibility to wake up each day and denounce hate in all forms and all communities," said Derrick Johnson, President and CEO of the NAACP. "As a human race, we do not exist in a vacuum and we cannot allow our normalcy to be that of violent attacks. We are committed to working together to push back against those that seek to harm." “During these difficult times, anti-Asian racism and violence are further damaging the small business community amidst this global pandemic. Now more than ever, we all have to be united, speaking out and standing together,” said Chiling Tong, Chief Executive Officer & President of the National Asian/Pacific Islander Chamber of Commerce and Entrepreneurship (National ACE). “We seek the support, allyship, and advocacy of other national organizations and large corporations to take action by addressing all forms of bias and racism that disproportionately and negatively impact our diverse communities. AAPI small businesses are not able to operate safely and need assistance now. National ACE calls on its partners to join in responding to the ongoing violence against the AAPI small business community by helping to educate employees, customers, and the public to intervene to halt these deplorable acts. We are proud and are #AAPISTRONG.” “After four years of policy and rhetoric that fanned the flames of bigotry and inspired acts of violence against communities of color, the pandemic exposed America’s racial fault lines and forced the nation to confront its legacy of white supremacy,” said Marc H. Morial, President and CEO, National Urban League. “The National Urban League stands in solidarity with our Asian-American brothers and sisters and urges the nation to seize the opportunity to create lasting change by emerging from this crisis a stronger nation.” “As our nation continues to reckon with the legacy and present-day manifestations of systemic racism, we must work together to advance justice and foster a society that promotes equality, opportunity, and freedom from racial hate and violence,” stated Arturo Vargas, CEO, NALEO Educational Fund. “The rise in violence and discrimination targeting the AAPI community that we are witnessing are horrifying and antithetical to the ideals we espouse as a nation that proclaims to value liberty, diversity, and inclusion. We must take a stand against this kind of hatred and xenophobia and adopt common-sense standards of anti-racism that promote equal justice and freedom from discrimination of any kind.” “PWNA respects and honors the diverse culture, history and concerns of all communities in America. As a Native American-serving organization, we know firsthand how U.S. systems and policies have created social injustice and disenfranchisement for those most vulnerable,” said Christina Kazhe, Chairman of the Board, Partnership With Native Americans. “As a nation, we’ve seen an overwhelming rise in hate crimes directed at Asian Americans since the onset of COVID-19. PWNA denounces all forms of racism against all populations who endure inequities on account of their race or ethnicity. We commend all those who are speaking up and championing hope for a brighter future.” Stay Connected & Engaged Chinese Americans and the broader AAPI community have made tremendous contributions to the fabric of American life for centuries. In February, the Economist Intelligence Unit released a report, commissioned by Committee of 100 and sponsored in part by Citi Private Bank, that looked at 175-years of Chinese American contributions. “From Foundations to Frontiers” can be downloaded for free at https://bit.ly/chineseamericanstories. Committee of 100 recently launched a bi-monthly newsletter called Combatting AAPI Hate, with the goal to highlight what AAPI organizations across the country are doing to combat the xenophobia, violence, and hate being cast upon the AAPI community. By having all information in one location, it will allow organizations to more effectively collaborate and plan their responses and efforts and to receive better support and awareness. If you have news you want to be considered for the next issue, email aapinewsletter@committee100.org and sign up for free at bit.ly/combattingAAPIhate. Follow 1990 Institute on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube or reach out at contact@1990institute.org. Follow ADL on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube or reach out at adl.org/contact. Follow AJC on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube or reach out at global.ajc.org/secure/contact-us. Follow APAPA on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram or reach out at info@apapa.org. Follow Committee of 100 on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Follow Council of Korean Americans on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, and LinkedIn, or reach out at info@councilka.org. Follow NAACP on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube or reach out at naacp.org/contact-us/. Follow National ACE on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn or reach out at info@nationalace.org. Follow National Urban League on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn or reach out at nul.org/contact-us. Follow NALEO Educational Fund on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Follow Partnership With Native Americans on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. About Committee of 100 Committee of 100 is a non-profit U.S. leadership organization of prominent Chinese Americans in business, government, academia, healthcare, and the arts focused on public policy engagement, civic engagement, and philanthropy. For over 30 years, Committee of 100 has served as a preeminent organization committed to the dual missions of promoting the full participation of Chinese Americans in all aspects of American life and constructive relations between the United States and Greater China. Visit https://www.committee100.org/ for more information. # # # CONTACT: Contact: Charles Zinkowski Director of Communications Committee of 100 czinkowski@committee100.org

  • Christopher Dods Named Vice Chairman and Chief Operating Officer at First Hawaiian, Inc. and First Hawaiian Bank

    Management changes also include Neill Char promoted to Executive Vice President of the Retail Banking Group Christopher Dods Christopher Dods named Vice Chairman and Chief Operating Officer for First Hawaiian Inc., and First Hawaiian Bank Mitchell Nishimoto Mitchell Nishimoto, First Hawaiian Bank Vice Chairman, Retail Banking Group to retire July 1, 2021. Neill Char Neill Char promoted to First Hawaiian Bank Executive Vice President, Retail Banking Group HONOLULU, April 22, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Hawaiian, Inc. (NASDAQ:FHB), (“First Hawaiian” or the “Company”) announced today that Christopher L. Dods has been named Vice Chairman and Chief Operating Officer, effective May 1, 2021 of the Company and its bank subsidiary, First Hawaiian Bank (the “Bank”). The Bank also will promote Neill Char to Retail Banking Group Executive Vice President effective May 1, 2021. Dods, 46, who was most recently Executive Vice President, Digital Banking and Marketing Group, will assume a new role as Vice Chairman and Chief Operating Officer, overseeing the Bank’s Enterprise Operations Services, Enterprise Technology Management, Information Technology, Digital Banking, Marketing and Communications and the Card Services Division. Dods joined First Hawaiian Bank in 2007 and has over 14 years of financial experience in the areas of Consumer Banking, Digital Banking, Marketing, Communications and Payments. He currently leads the Bank’s digital transformation strategy. “Chris has been leading significant initiatives in digital banking, card services, and the marketing areas of First Hawaiian,” said First Hawaiian Chairman, President and CEO Bob Harrison. “He has an incredible work ethic and is passionate about transforming the bank to better serve our customers.” “Having grown up with First Hawaiian Bank, the opportunity to join the bank 14 years ago and work alongside this dynamic team has been a true privilege,” said Christopher Dods, First Hawaiian Bank Executive Vice President, Digital Banking and Marketing Group. “I’m looking forward to working with Bob in this new capacity as we continue the bank’s 162-year history of building relationships with our customers and connecting them with the services and resources that can assist them with their financial needs.” Harrison today also announced the July 1, 2021 retirement of Mitchell Nishimoto, Vice Chairman of the Retail Banking Group, after a storied 35-year career at First Hawaiian. “Mitchell has been an exceptional leader throughout his remarkable career at First Hawaiian,” Harrison said. “Under his stewardship the retail banking group has successfully navigated an unprecedented amount of change. It is truly a testament to Mitchell’s management philosophy and practice that First Hawaiian Bank has continued to be recognized as one of Hawaii’s Best Places to Work, helping us grow to a $22.7 billion bank in 2021.” Mitchell Nishimoto will stay on through June to assist with the transition. Executive Vice President Neill Char, 50, who was named last August to the bank’s senior management committee as Executive Vice President and Commercial Banking Group Manager, will succeed Nishimoto as Executive Vice President in charge of the Retail Banking Group. In this role he will continue to lead the Commercial Banking Group, and also oversee First Hawaiian Bank’s entire branch network in Hawaii, Guam and Saipan. First Hawaiian, Inc. First Hawaiian, Inc. (NASDAQ:FHB) is a bank holding company headquartered in Honolulu, Hawaii. Its principal subsidiary, First Hawaiian Bank, founded in 1858 under the name Bishop & Company, is Hawaii’s oldest and largest financial institution with branch locations throughout Hawaii, Guam and Saipan. The company offers a comprehensive suite of banking services to consumer and commercial customers including deposit products, loans, wealth management, insurance, trust, retirement planning, credit card and merchant processing services. Customers may also access their accounts through ATMs, online and mobile banking channels. For more information about First Hawaiian, Inc., visit the Company’s website, www.fhb.com. Investor Relations Contact: Kevin Haseyama, CFA(808) 525-6268khaseyama@fhb.comMedia Contact:Susan Kam(808) 525-6254skam@fhb.com Photos accompanying this announcement are available at: https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/c68a965c-e778-492b-bcfd-b2acf1b927a2https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/a20138c0-f11a-46fa-803b-ac236b2526fdhttps://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/4dc5d0f6-a8b1-4c5d-a210-f0ae5316070b

  • Pulse Seismic Inc. Announces Voting Results at Shareholders’ Annual Meeting

    CALGARY, Alberta, April 22, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pulse Seismic Inc. (TSX:PSD) (OTCQX:PLSDF) (“Pulse” or the “Company”) announced today the voting results from its annual meeting held in Calgary, Alberta on April 22, 2021. Each of the nominee directors listed in the Company’s management proxy circular dated March 15, 2021 was elected as a director, with a vote being conducted by ballot: Name of NomineeVotes For%Votes Withheld%Neal Coleman34,515,54099.97%10,9350.03%Paul Crilly34,510,50699.95%15,9690.05%Dallas Droppo34,507,86999.95%18,6060.05%Grant Grimsrud34,515,54099.97%10,9350.03%Robert Robotti34,510,35799.95%16,1180.05%Melanie Westergaard34,515,84899.97%10,6270.03% The “Say on Pay” shareholder advisory vote on Pulse’s approach to executive compensation was approved by 99.88% of the votes cast. The report on voting for the Meeting will be available at www.sedar.com and on the Company’s website at www.pulseseismic.com. An instant replay of the recorded annual meeting is available until May 22, 2021 by calling toll free at 1-800-408-3053 or local in Calgary at 905-694-9451, using passcode 8317944#. A recording is also posted on the Company website at www.pulseseismic.com. CORPORATE PROFILE Pulse is a market leader in the acquisition, marketing and licensing of 2D and 3D seismic data to the western Canadian energy sector. Pulse owns the largest licensable seismic data library in Canada, currently consisting of approximately 65,310 square kilometres of 3D seismic and 829,207 kilometres of 2D seismic. The library extensively covers the Western Canada Sedimentary Basin where most of Canada’s oil and natural gas exploration and development occur. For further information, please contact:Neal Coleman, President and CEOOrPamela Wicks, Vice President Finance and CFO Tel.: (403) 237-5559Toll-free: 1-877-460-5559E-mail: info@pulseseismic.comPlease visit our website at www.pulseseismic.com PDF available: http://ml.globenewswire.com/Resource/Download/c6f6ce3a-a8f1-4881-879c-d3a151c3ac86

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  • Bearclaw Capital Announces New Chief Financial Officer and Director

    VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 22, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bearclaw Capital Corp. (“Bearclaw” or the “Company”) (NEX:BRL.H) is pleased to announce the appointment of Connie Hang as the Company's Chief Financial Officer. Ms. Hang has over 20 years of finance, accounting and management experience in a variety of industries including mining and energy. Over the past 12 years, Ms. Hang has acted as an advisor, officer and director for various public and private companies both domestic and internationally based. Ms. Hang has been providing financial accounting services to the Company since 2010. From 1999 to 2009, Ms. Hang held senior positions with professional accounting firms involved in tax and audit practices. Ms. Hang is a member of the Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada and British Columbia and holds a Bachelor of Accounting Science from the University of Calgary. The Company also regrets to announce that Arthur William Lilly passed away during the first quarter of 2021. Mr. Lilly served as a director and Chief Financial Officer of the Company since 2008. Mr. Lilly made valuable contributions during his tenure of over a decade with the Company. He will be missed. The Company further announces the appointment of Arthur Willson Lilly as an independent director of the company. Mr. Lilly has been involved in private and public companies for over twenty-five years. The appointment of Ms. Hang and Mr. Lilly is subject to regulatory approval. On behalf of the Board of Directors, Scott M. Ross, President71030-3552 West 41st AvenueVancouver, British Columbia, V6N 4J9Tel: 604-803-4883 Email: scott.ross@bearclawcapitalcorp.com Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulatory Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this press release.

  • SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Halper Sadeh LLP Investigates CNBKA, WRI, AEGN, JCS; Shareholders are Encouraged to Contact the Firm

    NEW YORK, April 22, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Halper Sadeh LLP, a global investor rights law firm, announces it is investigating the following companies: Century Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: CNBKA) concerning potential violations of the federal securities laws and/or breaches of fiduciary duties relating to its sale to Eastern Bankshares, Inc. for $115.28 in cash per share. If you are a Century shareholder, click here to learn more about your rights and options. Weingarten Realty Investors (NYSE: WRI) concerning potential violations of the federal securities laws and/or breaches of fiduciary duties relating to its sale to Kimco Realty Corporation. Under the terms of the merger, Weingarten shareholders will receive 1.408 newly issued shares of Kimco common stock and $2.89 in cash for each common share they own. Upon closing, Weingarten shareholders are expected to own approximately 29% of the combined company. If you are a Weingarten shareholder, click here to learn more about your rights and options. Aegion Corporation (NASDAQ: AEGN) concerning potential violations of the federal securities laws and/or breaches of fiduciary duties relating to its sale to affiliates of New Mountain Capital, L.L.C. for $30.00 per share in cash. If you are an Aegion shareholder, click here to learn more about your rights and options. Communications Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: JCS) concerning potential violations of the federal securities laws and/or breaches of fiduciary duties relating to its merger with Pineapple Energy, LLC. Upon closing, Communications Systems shareholders are expected to initially hold approximately 37% of the total shares of the combined company, which is expected to decrease over time. If you are a Communications Systems shareholder, click here to learn more about your rights and options. Halper Sadeh LLP may seek increased consideration, additional disclosures and information concerning the proposed transaction, or other relief and benefits on behalf of shareholders. Shareholders are encouraged to contact the firm free of charge to discuss their legal rights and options. Please call Daniel Sadeh or Zachary Halper at (212) 763-0060 or email sadeh@halpersadeh.com or zhalper@halpersadeh.com. Halper Sadeh LLP represents investors all over the world who have fallen victim to securities fraud and corporate misconduct. Our attorneys have been instrumental in implementing corporate reforms and recovering millions of dollars on behalf of defrauded investors. Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Contact Information:Halper Sadeh LLPDaniel Sadeh, Esq.Zachary Halper, Esq.(212) 763-0060sadeh@halpersadeh.comzhalper@halpersadeh.com https://www.halpersadeh.com

  • Coastal Financial Corporation awarded Raymond James Community Bankers Cup for 2020

    EVERETT, Wash., April 22, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Coastal Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: CCB), the parent company of Coastal Community Bank, has been awarded the Raymond James Community Bankers Cup for 2020. The nineth annual Raymond James Community Bankers Cup recognizes the top 10% of community banks based on various profitability, operational efficiency, and balance sheet metrics. The pool of banks considered for recognition includes all exchange-traded domestic banks, excluding mutual holding companies and potential acquisition targets, with assets between $500 million and $10 billion as of December 31, 2020. “To receive the Raymond James Community Bankers Cup for a second year in a row is a huge honor, especially looking at what we faced this past year,” said Eric Sprink, President & CEO, Coastal Financial Corporation. “If there is one thing 2020 has taught us, it’s how resilient we are. While the community bank division supported thousands of existing and new small business customers with PPP loans as provided in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (“CARES Act”), our growing CCBX division continued to develop and provide Banking as a Service (“BaaS”) enabling broker dealers and digital financial service providers to offer their clients banking services. And we continue to collaborate with Google Pay to bring a new way to bank to our customers.” Of the 241 community banks considered for the 2020 Community Bankers Cup, the top 10% demonstrated superior performance on a relative basis in one or more of the following measurements of financial performance and stability: Nonperforming assets to loans and real estate ownedFive-year average core deposit percentageNet interest marginEfficiency ratioReturn on average assetsReturn on average tangible common equity About Raymond JamesRaymond James was established in 1962 on the principle of always putting the needs of clients first, a standard we see reflected in the way you operate your business. This principle remains the foundation on which we continue to build our company – one of North America’s leading full-service investment banks, with a broad presence across the United States, Western Europe, and Canada. About Coastal Financial CorporationCoastal Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: CCB) (the “Company”), is an Everett, Washington based bank holding company with Coastal Community Bank (the “Bank”), a full-service commercial bank, as its sole wholly-owned banking subsidiary. The Bank operates through its 15 branches in Snohomish, Island, and King Counties, the Internet, and its mobile banking application. To learn more about Coastal Community Bank visit www.coastalbank.com. CONTACT: Contact: Joel Edwards EVP, Chief Financial Officer 425.357.3687 jedwards@coastalbank.com

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  • Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico Announces Filing of 2020 Annual Report and Form 20-F

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You buy the digital guides online through TheFlatBellyFix.com, then implement the lessons into your daily life. By following the lessons, you can purportedly lose weight and enjoy significant benefits without much effort, dieting, or exercising. Your purchase includes all of the following: The 21 Day Flat Belly Fix SystemThe Flat Belly Fix Smoothie Recipe eBook7-Minute Flat Belly ProtocolPersonal Coaching You buy The Flat Belly Fix online, then get instant access to all of the above components. The Flat Belly Fix was originally known as The 21 Day Flat Belly Fix System, and it’s still marketed under this name. It’s also known as The Flat Belly Fix. The program has been sold online in various forms through Clickbank and other merchants since 2016. The program was created by a person who helped his “crippled wife” shed 23 pounds of unwanted fat while completely flattening her belly. His wife did not starve herself, nor did she do any exercise – yet she still lost a significant amount of weight by following The Flat Belly Fix program. Obviously, all weight loss guides make similar claims. Most guides claim to help you flatten your belly, lose weight, and enjoy other benefits with limited diet or exercise. You should be skeptical any time someone claims you can lose a significant amount of weight without diet or exercise. However, let’s take a closer look at how The Flat Belly Fix works. How Does The Flat Belly Fix Work? The Flat Belly Fix uses intermittent fasting, a balanced diet, and similar strategies to help you lose weight. Fasting is associated with health benefits. Studies show that your body rejuvenates itself when fasting. You create more growth hormones when fasting. By fasting regularly, you could lose weight and enjoy other benefits. The Flat Belly Fix introduces you to fasting and other weight loss strategies in a way that’s easy for anyone to understand. The man who created The Flat Belly Fix developed the program with three goals: Goal #1: To Tell the Truth About Weight Loss: The maker of The Flat Belly Fix claims that “greedy fat cats in the pharmaceutical and weight loss industries” have kept the cure for weight loss secret for years. These people make billions of dollars per year through diet pills, weight loss shakes, and medical treatments. They suppress real cures for weight loss. The maker of The Flat Belly Fix wanted to create a program that revealed the truth about exercise and weight loss. Goal #2: To Make It Easy for Anyone to Follow: Some weight loss plans involve complicated steps, expensive diet programs, and complicated exercises. The Flat Belly Fix was developed to be as easy as possible for anyone to do, even if you have limited experience. Goal #3: To Make the Weight Loss Results Transformational: The Flat Belly Fix sales page is filled with stories of people who lost significant amounts of weight after following the program – all with limited dieting or exercising required. People claim to have lost anywhere from 20 to 80 pounds while following the program. The creator of The Flat Belly Fix wanted the results to be “transformational,” changing the way you feel about your body “in just a few short days of weeks.” Overall, The Flat Belly Fix claims to give you the “simple secret to losing weight permanently” without dieting, exercising, or exerting any effort. Just follow the strategies in The Flat Belly Fix, then lose a substantial amount of weight within a few weeks. That’s it. What Will You Learn in The Flat Belly Fix? The Flat Belly Fix covers dozens of weight loss tips, dieting strategies, recipe guides, and more. Some of the topics covered in the eBook include: Elevate Fat Burning Hormones: The makers of The Flat Belly Fix claim to have identified “the master fat burning hormone.” By activating this hormone using simple strategies, you can purportedly lose massive amounts of weight without exercising or dieting. The Flat Belly Fix claims to raise levels of this fat burning hormone by 1,300% in women and 2,000% in men, turning your body into “a raging fat-burning furnace every night,” burning unwanted fat while you sleep with zero effort required. White Fat Fuel Secret: The Flat Belly Fix mentions something called the “white fat fuel secret.” By taking advantage of this secret, you can purportedly force your body to stop feasting on sugar as your primary energy source – and force it to start burning fat instead. The strategies in The Flat Belly Fix will purportedly force your body to start “gobbling up your white fat like pudding,” leaving only beneficial brown fat behind. Thyroid Accelerator: The Flat Belly Fix teaches you a thyroid accelerator technique that can increase your thyroid to 11 automatically, increasing your rate of weight loss. The makers of The Flat Belly Fix claim anyone with a 4th grade education can understand this strategy and implement it today, making it easier than ever to lose weight. Reverse Skin Aging: As you get older, your skin naturally starts to show signs of your age. The Flat Belly Fix doesn’t just teach you how to lose weight: the program also claims to teach you how to turn back the clock on your skin, giving you the same clear, vibrant skin you had when you were younger – no matter your age or history. Reduce Depression Chemicals in your Brain: The Flat Belly Fix features a simple dietary trick that “reduces the depression chemicals in your brain almost instantly.” By implementing this trick in your lifestyle, you can purportedly improve your mood in just 1 to 2 days. Instead of relying on medication, exercise, or dieting to improve your mood, you can reduce depression chemicals with a simple fix. You’ll no longer be tired and grumpy all the time. Reduce the Risk of Type 2 Diabetes by 33%: The Flat Belly Fix claims to have identified a strategy that will reduce your risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 33%. All you need to do is make a tea. The Flat Belly Fix features a tea recipe that can purportedly reduce your risk of diabetes. Stop Your Hunger Cravings: Hunger cravings can ruin your weight loss and dieting goals. The Flat Belly Fix claims to teach you how to activate your satiety switch, flipping the switch on your hunger to ensure you never get food cravings again. Food cravings are all about hormones and blood sugar. By balancing food cravings and blood sugar, you can purportedly maximize the effects of your diet. Feed your Libido: The right foods can feed your libido and increase your sex drive. The Flat Belly Fix claims to teach you how to feed your libido with a cheap and abundant food. That food is “unsexy,” but it can purportedly feed your libido. How to Avoid Boomerang Dieting: Many people lose weight following a diet for the first few weeks, only to regain this weight when they stop the strict diet. The Flat Belly Fix teaches you how to avoid boomerang dieting with easy, effective weight loss strategies. That’s why The Flat Belly Fix claims to offer permanent weight loss instead of short-term results. Reduce Inflammation: The Flat Belly Fix claims to “reduce cancer-causing inflammation” throughout your body without relying on dangerous or expensive drugs. By adjusting your diet and adding more antioxidant-rich foods, you could reduce inflammation throughout your body. Increase Bone Density: The Flat Belly Fix even claims to increase your bone density without exercising. By following the “one simple trick” in The Flat Belly Fix, you can purportedly increase your bone density with zero weight lifting required. By following all of these tips, you can purportedly lose a substantial amount of weight within just 3 weeks (21 days) of following the program. Just follow the strategies above, then start losing a significant amount of weight. The Story Behind The Flat Belly Fix The Flat Belly Fix was created by a man named Todd who helped his wife Tara lose a significant amount of weight. One night, Tara woke up screaming. She was frustrated with her weight gain. Tara felt like she had tried every diet and exercise program in the world – yet nothing seemed to work. Todd wanted to help. He decided to take action. He started researching natural cures for weight loss, including the best foods, therapies, and strategies for losing weight. Tara and Todd are both cops. They were in good shape when they were younger. As they got older, however, they gained weight. By the time they were in their 40s, Tara and Todd knew they started to take action. In The Flat Belly Fix, you can discover the strategies Tara and Todd used to lose a significant amount of weight. Todd claims his wife ultimately lost 23 pounds of weight after just a few weeks of following The Flat Belly Fix. Todd also describes his wife as “crippled” because she has severe back pain. Tara’s weight issues left her with a bad back. Despite having a bad back, Tara was able to follow Todd’s recommended weight loss tips and ultimately lose a significant amount of weight. To make a long story short, Tara lost 23 pounds in just 3 weeks of following Todd’s program. Inspired by her success, Todd wanted to share the program with the world. He packaged it up into a digital eBook, and Todd and Tara now sell the program online as The Flat Belly Fix. (SPECIAL OFFER) Click Here to Get Flat Belly Fix with an Exclusive Discount Price Online Scientific Evidence for The Flat Belly Fix Obviously, all weight loss plans promise to offer easy, fast, and effective weight loss. Unfortunately, most of these programs don’t work. Is The Flat Belly Fix backed by scientific evidence? Or is it yet another overhyped weight loss program? The sales page for The Flat Belly Fix is filled with stories of people who have followed the program and lost a significant amount of weight – all without diet and exercise. Todd claims he tested his program on family and friends and was impressed with the results. Some of Todd’s results, according to testing among friends and family, included: His friend John, an overweight truck driver, lost 12 pounds in four days of following The Flat Belly Fix program, with zero exercise whatsoever Tara’s sister had been heavy her whole life, then dropped multiple pant sizes after just three weeks of using The Flat Belly Fix Todd’s friend Peter lost 84 pounds in a “couple months” of following The Flat Belly Fix, while Peter’s wife lost 21 pounds from her petite body while following the program Todd claims he tested his program on men and women between ages 16 and 76 and witnessed more powerful weight loss results Based on these results, Todd insists his formula is proven to work as advertised, leading to substantial weight loss in a short period of time with zero effort, exercising, or dieting required. Unfortunately, Todd does not cite any evidence proving these gains but is going off of all of the personal feedback received through the hundreds and thousands who have followed The Flat Belly Fix system. He did not publish his clinical trial in a peer-reviewed journal, nor did he share his study online. Losing 84 pounds in two months without exercising is rare – even if you’re overweight and following a strict weight loss program. The Flat Belly Fix’s sales page cites just one study as proof the program works. The study was published in 1988. In that study, researchers analyzed the effects of fasting on weight loss and hormone secretion. After analyzing fasting in men and women, researchers found that fasting could increase the secretion of growth hormones. (HUGE SAVINGS TODAY) Click Here to Get Flat Belly Fix System For The Lowest Price Right Now Other studies have validated the use of fasting. As Harvard Medical School explains, fasting and intermittent fasting are more popular today than ever. Today, more people use fasting or intermittent fasting strategies to enhance weight loss results. Some people find they eat less food when intermittently fasting. Others find they have more energy. In this 2019 review, researchers analyzed dozens of studies on fasting and intermittent fasting to determine the effects. Researchers found that fasting was evolutionarily embedded within our physiology. When we fast, it triggers cellular functions at the root levels of our body. Cells function differently when fasting. After analyzing dozens of studies on humans and animals, researchers found that fasting improves metabolism, lowers blood sugar, reduces inflammation, and improves a range of health issues – from arthritic pain to asthma. Researchers also found that fasting helped to clear out toxins and damaged cells, lowering the risk of cancer while enhancing brain function, among other benefits. In The Flat Belly Fix, you’ll learn about fasting and other strategies for weight loss. By fasting effectively, you can lose weight without exercising. Some people use intermittent fasting to lose weight successfully – even if they’re eating the same foods they normally do, intermittent fasting encourages them to eat less of that food. Ultimately, The Flat Belly Fix was not created by doctors, certified nutritionists, or others with unique insight into weight loss. We’re also skeptical of some of the weight loss claims made online, including losing 80+ pounds within just two months without exercising. However, the program uses proven weight loss techniques – like fasting and a balanced diet – to teach people how to effectively lose weight. ALSO READ: Flat Belly Fix Customer Reviews and User Testimonials: Will It Work For You Too? What’s Included with The Flat Belly Fix? The Flat Belly Fix includes everything you need to lose weight and follow the program. You pay online, then receive instant access to all books, guides, and PDF files in the program. The program includes: The 21 Day Flat Belly Fix System: This eBook introduces you to The Flat Belly Fix program and how it works. It teaches you how fasting works and how you can use fasting to lose a substantial amount of weight within just 21 days – all with zero exercise required. This is the same program that has helped people lose as much as 80+ pounds in just two months. By following The Flat Belly Fix for just 21 days, you can purportedly lose a significant amount of weight. The 7-Minute Flat Belly Protocol: This eBook teaches you how a simple, 7-minute exercise can help you flatten your belly. It’s no secret that abdominal workouts can tighten your belly. Some people perform abdominal exercises daily to keep a flat belly. In this eBook, you can discover a simple, 7-minute exercise you can perform at home 4 or 5 days per week to flatten your belly. Although Todd claims his program can help people lose weight without exercising, he also claims exercising can enhance the weight loss benefits. Flat Belly Fix Smoothie Recipes: Smoothies can be packed with superfoods, minerals, vitamins, nutrients, and herbal extracts – all while helping you feel full and eat less. This recipe book teaches you the best smoothies to make for weight loss. Coaching: When you buy The Flat Belly Fix today, you get access to one month of personal coaching from Todd and his team. This personal coaching can teach you customized exercises and weight loss strategies to maximize the effectiveness of The Flat Belly Fix program. Access to Private Facebook Group: After buying The Flat Belly Fix, you get access to a private Facebook group featuring other people who have purchased The Flat Belly Fix. You can share your success, interact with others, and share tips to enhance the program. (LOWEST PRICE ONLINE) Get the Flat Belly Fix Directly from the Official Website for the Biggest Discount The Flat Belly Fix Pricing The Flat Belly Fix is priced at $37. You receive instant access to the program after you buy it. All products are digital, and you can download the eBooks immediately after your purchase is confirmed. The Flat Belly Fix Refund Policy The Flat Belly Fix is backed by a 60 day refund policy. You can request a complete refund on The Flat Belly Fix within 60 days if you’re unsatisfied with the program for any reason. If you did not experience powerful weight loss within 60 days of following The Flat Belly Fix, or if you’re unhappy with the advice for any reason, then you can request a complete refund. About Rogue Syndicate Inc. The Flat Belly Fix is published online by a company named Rogue Syndicate Inc. That company partnered with Clickbank to sell the weight loss manual. Rogue Syndicate, Inc. is based in British Columbia, Canada. The company is led by Todd Lamb, who is also the co-founder of PureLife Organics Inc. Todd claims to have 17+ years of experience as a police officer. Many of the strategies in The Flat Belly Fix are strategies he used during his career in law enforcement. You can contact Rogue Syndicate via the following: Email: service@theflatbellyfix.com Final Word The Flat Belly Fix is a weight loss manual sold online through TheFlatBellyFix.com. By following the lessons in The Flat Belly Fix, you can purportedly lose a significant amount of weight in a short period of time – all without starving yourself or exercising. To learn more about The Flat Belly Fix or to buy the program online today, visit TheFlatBellyFix.com. 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