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American Management Association Introduces Artificial Intelligence Learning Resources to Help Organizations Prepare for AI’s Impact

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NEW YORK, Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — American Management Association International (AMA), a world leader in professional development, announces its suite of new Artificial Intelligence (AI) courses and learning tools so organizations can better understand, prepare for and succeed with Artificial Intelligence. Since studies suggest most organizations are not yet prepared for what AI may bring, AMA has developed these special seminars, research and on-demand eLearning courses to equip professionals, leaders and organizations with greater awareness of AI—and support them in developing strategies to manage and achieve success with it.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has world-changing implications on the scale of the invention of the Internet or The Industrial Revolution. Its capabilities and impact on the world of business are already accelerating at an exponential pace.

According to AMA President & Chief Executive Officer Manny Avramidis, “If you haven’t developed a leadership strategy to help your team understand and leverage AI, to put fears they may have about it in proper perspective, and to recognize the potential around it—then today is the time to start.”

The growth of Artificial Intelligence technology presents definite risks, but also great rewards if it’s properly utilized. To assess where businesses are today, AMA recently conducted a nationwide survey with the results summarized in AMA’s report, Artificial Intelligence (AI) Is Booming but US Companies Are Not Ready. Among its many interesting findings, only 43% of respondents said their companies plan to use AI, and less than a third have already leveraged the technology.

When asked if their companies had an AI strategy, 83% said they didn’t or weren’t sure. The results also suggest employees are ready to embrace AI—42% indicated they’re using AI tools—but without a centralized directive from management. In addition, 89% said training would be helpful in implementing AI in their organization. Because of these and similar results, the report warns that companies may quickly find themselves falling behind their competitors.

AMA has therefore developed its Artificial Intelligence (AI) Business Essentials Certificate Program, a course for all professionals that can help them build practical knowledge about the tools, rewards, risks and opportunities of AI.  They’ll also gain an understanding of the technology, how they’re already using it and the opportunities it presents.

To address the crucial importance of leadership in using AI, the new AMA seminar Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategy for Business Leaders was created to help leaders learn how organizations are applying AI to existing and new business models. In the program, they can also explore tools for accelerating their organization’s digital strategy to seize AI opportunities, avoid risks, and improve outcomes. On-demand lessons are also being introduced.

While AMA won’t train professionals in the technical aspects of AI, these programs, as well as other AI learning resources, will help them better recognize how AI can impact their jobs and business, formulate plans to communicate, manage and leverage it, and create responsible implementation strategies for their teams.

For the past 100 years, American Management Association (AMA) has helped millions of people, through its world-class training and development programs, to bring about positive change in their performance in order to improve business results. Learn more: www.amanet.org

Click here to read our complimentary Whitepaper, Artificial Intelligence (AI) Is Booming but US Companies Are Not Ready

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Lauren McNally 
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LEAP Group Relaunches HumanView, a Growth Intelligence System Built to Explain Why Customers Behave the Way They Do

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Reimagined from the ground up, HumanView pairs statistical modeling with expert analysts to turn millions of real-world customer signals into business decisions

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — LEAP Group today announced the relaunch of HumanView, its growth intelligence service. The new version has been rebuilt from the ground up and now has a dedicated home at leapgroupnetwork.com/humanview.

HumanView analyzes what customers say and do across social platforms, e-commerce sites, review platforms, search behavior and user-generated content, including signals from Reddit, TikTok, YouTube, Meta, Amazon and Walmart+ that general AI tools cannot always access. Because the data reflects unprompted, real-world behavior, it avoids the response bias built into surveys and focus groups.

The service works in three layers. HumanView captures signals at scale, decodes millions of records through validated statistical models such as regression, correlation and clustering, and then relies on experienced analysts to interpret the patterns. Clients receive clear, human-validated insights instead of another dashboard.

“Machines find the patterns. Humans find the point,” said Alan Gilleo, CEO at LEAP Group. “The first version of HumanView showed us how much customers reveal when nobody is asking them questions. This version is built to explain why they act the way they do, and to put those answers in front of everyone making decisions, from product to service to marketing.”

HumanView focuses on three areas:

Growth Intelligence: customer motivations and how people perceive a brand and its competitors

Market and Category Intelligence: product pain points, service friction, unmet needs and competitive gaps

Audience Intelligence: new segments, positioning opportunities and gaps in the market

Every model is designed and validated by data scientists and benchmarked before it informs a recommendation.

To learn more about HumanView, visit leapgroupnetwork.com/humanview.

About LEAP Group
LEAP Group is a boutique marketing agency holding company with offices in Louisville, Indianapolis, Cincinnati and Chicago. Guided by the belief that brands should “Market Less. Matter More.,” LEAP gives clients access to specialized experts across its entire network. Learn more at leapgroupnetwork.com.

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STEPHEN A. SMITH ADDRESSES WHITE HOUSE DINNER ATTENDANCE, REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO HBCUs AND PROTECTING CORPORATE INVESTMENT IN BLACK EDUCATION

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NEW YORK, Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Stephen A. Smith, media mogul, New York Times bestselling author, and proud 1991 graduate of Winston-Salem State University, is addressing the public discussion surrounding his decision to attend a White House dinner with President Donald Trump, emphasizing his commitment to the long-term financial stability of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

For Smith, the decision was rooted in a commitment to institutions that have educated generations of Black leaders, professionals, entrepreneurs, and public servants.

“I will always advocate for HBCUs and the students whose futures depend on them,” Smith said. “My reason for attending the White House dinner was to discuss the challenges these institutions face in securing long-term funding and to make the case that corporate America must continue to invest in them.”

Smith acknowledged federal support through the FUTURE Act while expressing concern that political tensions surrounding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) could discourage private companies from supporting HBCUs. He maintains that these institutions deserve sustained corporate partnerships, philanthropic contributions, and public investment.

“If we truly believe in free-market capitalism, businesses should be able to support educational institutions and charitable causes without fear of criticism or repercussions,” Smith said. “HBCUs have made extraordinary contributions to this country. They deserve sustained public and private investment.”

Ashley Christopher, Esq., Founder and CEO of the HBCU Week Foundation, recognized Smith’s advocacy and decision to engage with the administration.

“Stephen A. Smith has been a powerful advocate for HBCUs, using his platform and influence to shine a national spotlight on our institutions,” expressed Christopher, “His continued support of HBCU Week helps advance our mission of connecting students with life-changing educational opportunities, and we are proud to have him as our ambassador.”

Since Smith became an HBCU Week Ambassador in 2019, the initiative has facilitated more than 15,000 on-the-spot college acceptances and raised and awarded more than $150 million in scholarships, according to the HBCU Week Foundation.

As public discussion continues, Smith is emphasizing the importance of ensuring HBCUs have the resources and partnerships needed to educate future generations and expand opportunities for students.

CLICK HERE to watch Smith’s full response to his White House visit.

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Advantex Announces Completion of Financing and Extension of Maturity Date of Previously Issued Debentures

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TORONTO, Oct. 23, 2026 /CNW/ — Advantex Marketing International Inc. (CSE: ADX) (“Advantex”), a leader in the merchant cash advance and loyalty marketing products for merchants, today announced the completion of a $250,000 secured debt financing. Advantex issued a $250,000 non-convertible debenture which bears an interest rate at 12% per annum and matures December 15, 2027. The proceeds raised from this issuance of the Debenture will be used for working capital purposes.

Advantex has also extended the maturity of its existing $700,000 in 12% secured debentures from October 10, 2026 to December 15, 2027.

About Advantex Marketing International Inc.

Advantex provides working capital to merchants. Advantex also provides specialized marketing programs that enable members of Aeroplan to earn Aeroplan points at participating merchants.

Advantex shares trade on the Canadian Securities Exchange under the symbol ADX. For more information go to Advantex’s profile on www.sedar.com

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This news release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of applicable securities laws relating to the future business and operations of Advantex. Actual results and developments may differ materially from those contemplated by these statements. The business and operations of Advantex described herein is dependent on a number of factors and is subject to a number of risks and uncertainties. Factors that could cause actual results to differ material include, but are not limited to, changes in Advantex’s economic and competitive conditions including but not limited to the industry sectors in which Advantex operates.

The statements in this news release are made of the date of this release. Forward-looking statements are made based on management’s beliefs, estimates and opinions on the date the statements are made and Advantex undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements if these beliefs, estimates and opinions or other circumstances should change, except as required by applicable law.

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