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ABC Impact Invests in Winnow, The Global AI Leader in Commercial Food Waste Solutions

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Food loss and wastage is a global problem that worsens hunger, undermines the sustainability of food systems, and increases greenhouse gas emissionsMeasuring food waste is a challenge for many commercial kitchens, with up to 20% of food purchased going to waste    Winnow develops Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools that help large hospitality businesses operate more profitable and sustainable kitchens by cutting food waste in half                                   ABC Impact will work with Winnow to further expand in Asia and increase adoption of its cutting-edge technology across the food service and hospitality sector

SINGAPORE, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Impact private equity fund ABC Impact announced today that it has invested in Winnow (“Company”), the global leader in AI-driven food waste reduction solutions. Winnow’s advanced technology and comprehensive analytics are trusted by large hospitality businesses such as hotels, contract caterers and cruise ships operating in over 2000 sites and more than 70 countries worldwide. The Company is headquartered in London with offices in Singapore, Chicago, Dubai, and Cluj-Napoca.

Sugandhi Matta, Chief Impact Officer at ABC Impact, said, “Food loss and wastage has a vast economic, social, and environmental impact – depleting resources, worsening global hunger, and increasing greenhouse gas emissions. The innovative AI-driven food waste management solution developed by Winnow has been successfully deployed globally and we are excited to support Winnow’s growth by reaching more commercial kitchens in Asia in the coming years. When we reduce food loss and waste, we can mitigate the pressure on climate, water, and land resources – and ultimately contribute towards a more sustainable future.”

Winnow’s AI-enabled solutions are trained to recognise waste as it is thrown in the bin, whether during preparation or from a customer’s plate. The automated recording process captures 100% of the waste stream and analytics identify and track where wastage occurs. This approach enables users to optimise efficiency, change behaviours, and drive significant waste reductions in their kitchens. On average, customers achieve a 50% reduction in food waste and cut costs by 2-8%. Winnow already has a proven track record in Asia with the likes of hotel operators such as Accor, Four Seasons, and Hilton. The Hilton Tokyo Bay cut food waste by 30% in the first four weeks of implementing Winnow’s tools. Winnow is also a Certified B Corporation.

“We are pleased to welcome ABC Impact as an investor and on our mission to help the global hospitality community cut food waste in half,” said Marc Zornes, CEO and co-founder of Winnow. He added, “Asia is a key market for our solutions and has vast potential to further reduce its food waste, with Singapore, Japan, and Indonesia a particular focus for us. We look forward to working with ABC Impact to further enhance our world-leading AI capabilities and to bring greater profitability and sustainability to Asia’s kitchens.”

Globally, the push for food waste reduction efforts has gained momentum – creating more growth drivers and amplifying the need for food waste solutions providers like Winnow. The 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference agenda featured food and agricultural systems as a distinctive theme for the first time. According to the United Nations, around 13% of food produced is lost between harvest and sale, while about 17% of global food production is wasted in total across households and commercial food services. With the scale of food loss and waste exacerbating the emission of greenhouse gases, the food and hospitality sector that Winnow specialises in plays an important role in global food waste reduction.

In Singapore, the National Environment Agency has mandated that all large commercial and industrial food waste generators must segregate their food waste for treatment from this year onwards, with further food waste segregation and reporting requirements expected to be implemented.

For media queries: jfang@eleven.com.sg 

About ABC Impact

ABC Impact is an Asia-focused private equity fund dedicated to impact investing. We invest in companies that drive positive change by addressing the world’s most pressing challenges such as climate change, resource scarcity, and deepening inequality. Our investment themes include financial and digital inclusion, better health and education, climate and water solutions, and sustainable food and agriculture.

A division of Singapore-based global asset management firm Temasek Trust Asset Management Pte Ltd., ABC Impact’s founding investors are Temasek Trust, Temasek, Pavilion Capital, Mapletree Investments, Seatown Holdings, SP Group, and Sembcorp Industries. We are a signatory of the Operating Principles for Impact Management and the United Nations-supported Principles for Responsible Investment. For more information, please visit www.abcimpact.com.sg.

About Winnow

Winnow is a registered B corporation and pioneering technology company committed to reducing food waste in the hospitality sector. Founded in 2013, Winnow’s mission is to help clients save money while improving their environmental footprint through the implementation of AI-driven solutions. Winnow’s cutting-edge technology has been adopted by leading hospitality brands worldwide, enabling them to reduce food waste and operate more efficiently. For more information, visit www.winnowsolutions.com.

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Krystal Biotech Set to Join S&P MidCap 400; Tutor Perini and V2X to Join S&P SmallCap 600

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NEW YORK, July 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — S&P Dow Jones Indices will make the following changes to the S&P MidCap 400, S&P SmallCap 600: 

S&P SmallCap 600 constituent Krystal Biotech Inc. (NASD: KRYS) will replace Taylor Morrison Home Corp. (NYSE: TMHC) in the S&P MidCap 400, and Tutor Perini Corp. (NYSE: TPC) will replace Krystal Biotech in the S&P SmallCap 600 effective prior to the opening of trading on Friday, July 24. S&P 500 & 100 constituent Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (NYSE: BRK.A/BRK.B) is acquiring Taylor Morrison Home in a deal expected to close on or about that date, pending final closing conditions.
  V2X Inc. (NYSE: VVX) will replace Avanos Medical Inc. (NYSE: AVNS) in the S&P SmallCap 600 effective prior to the opening of trading on Monday, July 27. American Industrial Partners is acquiring Avanos Medical in a deal expected to close soon, pending final closing conditions.

Following is a summary of the changes that will take place prior to the open of trading on the effective date:

Effective Date

Index Name

Action

Company Name

Ticker

GICS Sector

July 24, 2026

S&P MidCap 400

Addition

Krystal Biotech

KRYS

Health Care

July 24, 2026

S&P MidCap 400

Deletion

Taylor Morrison Home

TMHC

Consumer Discretionary

July 24, 2026

S&P SmallCap 600

Addition

Tutor Perini Corp

TPC

Industrials

July 24, 2026

S&P SmallCap 600

Deletion

Krystal Biotech

KRYS

Health Care

July 27, 2026

S&P SmallCap 600

Addition

V2X

VVX

Industrials

July 27, 2026

S&P SmallCap 600

Deletion

Avanos Medical

AVNS

Health Care

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S&P Dow Jones Indices is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI), which provides essential intelligence for individuals, companies, and governments to make decisions with confidence. For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/spdji/en/

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Club Offers for Travel Enthusiasts in Canada

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TORONTO, July 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Travelzoo® (NASDAQ: TZOO), the club for travel enthusiasts, announces three of many new Club Offers for Club Members in Canada.

Rigorously vetted and negotiated for us travel enthusiasts:

$999—ALL-INCLUSIVE PUNTA CANA TRIP: 4 NIGHTS WITH FLIGHTS
This all-suite resort is located on a private stretch of white-sand beach. Roundtrip flights, four all-inclusive nights and taxes and fees are included.$1399—HAWAII 5-STAR VACATION: 5 NIGHTS WITH FLIGHTS
For five nights, enjoy world-famous Waikiki Beach. Stay at a 5-star oceanfront resort that boasts a two-storey aquarium and restaurants by Iron Chef Morimoto. Roundtrip flights and all taxes are included. We save 30% off what everyone else pays.$1999—B.C.’S GRIZZLY BEAR RAINFOREST, WITH FLOATPLANE
View grizzly bears and go whale-watching. Stay three nights at an intimate lodge on Minstrel Island. Three guided wildlife cruises, meals and roundtrip floatplane from Campbell River are included. We save $881–$1110 per person when compared to regular prices.

Are you a travel enthusiast? Join the club today: https://travelzoo.com

Who are we?
We, Travelzoo®, are the club for travel enthusiasts. We reach 30 million travellers. Club Members receive Club Offers negotiated and rigorously vetted by our deal experts around the globe. Our relationships with thousands of top travel companies give us access to irresistible deals. Our club and its benefits are built around the lifestyle of a modern travel enthusiast.

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Amanda Ieraci – Toronto
+1 437 866 8540
aieraci@travelzoo.com

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Granicus Strengthens ANZ Leadership Team with Appointment of Jonathan Usher as Managing Director

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Latest leadership appointments reinforce Granicus’ commitment to “growth, innovation and customer success”
across Australia and New Zealand

MELBOURNE, Australia, July 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Granicus, a leading provider of customer experience technologies and services for governments and destination organisations, today announced the appointment of Jonathan Usher as Managing Director for Australia and New Zealand, reinforcing the company’s commitment to the region and supporting its next phase of growth across Australia and New Zealand (ANZ).

Jonathan joins Granicus with more than 25 years of experience leading and scaling technology businesses across Australia and New Zealand. His background spans SaaS, cloud, cybersecurity and digital public services, with a strong track record of building scalable, customer-focused organisations and driving sustainable growth.

In his new role, Jonathan will lead Granicus’ ANZ business, working closely with customers, partners and employees to strengthen customer success, accelerate growth and help organisations deliver better experiences for citizens, visitors and communities.

“Jonathan brings an exceptional combination of leadership experience, commercial acumen and customer focus,” said G Masili, Chief Customer Officer at Granicus.” His understanding of technology, digital services and platform growth makes him ideally positioned to lead our Australia and New Zealand business. As demand continues to grow for modern, connected digital experiences, Jonathan’s experience will help us strengthen our support for customers across the region.”

Jonathan’s appointment forms part of a broader investment in Granicus’ Australia and New Zealand operations. In recent months, the company has also welcomed Julie Morton as Regional Sales Director and Pallavi Sathyanarayana as Regional Product Leader, further strengthening regional expertise across sales, product innovation and customer success.

Together, these appointments represent a significant investment in leadership capability and regional growth, creating a strong foundation for the next chapter of Granicus’ expansion across Australia and New Zealand.

“Throughout my career, I’ve been drawn to organisations that combine strong technology with a clear purpose,” said Jonathan Usher. “Granicus stands out because of the impact it helps customers create every day – helping governments and public sector organisations build stronger connections with the communities they serve. I’m excited to join the team and work alongside our customers and partners to help organisations across Australia and New Zealand deliver better experiences, strengthen engagement and create lasting value for their communities.”

The strengthened leadership team reflects Granicus’ long-term commitment to Australia and New Zealand and its ambition to support customers through the next generation of digital transformation, engagement and service delivery.

About Granicus:
Granicus is the global leader in digital experience technologies and services for the public sector, supporting more than 7,000 public sector organizations worldwide and managing more than 30 billion digital interactions each year. Through its Government Experience Cloud (GXC), Government Experience Agent (GXA), and Government Experience Insights (GXI) platforms, Granicus helps governments deliver trusted, accessible, and efficient services — at scale, and with accountability built in.

Granicus is proud to serve as a critical strategic partner to governments as they work to deliver equitable and secure government experiences. Granicus empowers stronger relationships between government and constituents across the US, UK, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Latin America and the Caribbean. By simplifying interactions and communicating critical information, Granicus brings governments closer to the people they serve—driving meaningful change for communities around the globe. 

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