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Consello announces appointments of Lord Mervyn Davies, Sir Sajid Javid, Anne Finucane, Carmine Di Sibio and Frank Ryan as Senior Advisors

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NEW YORK, July 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Consello, the leading global advisory and investing company, today announced the appointment of five renowned Senior Advisors to the firm as it continues its rapid expansion and growth around the world.

The appointments of Lord Mervyn Davies of Abersoch, Sir Sajid Javid, Anne Finucane, Carmine Di Sibio and Frank Ryan further bolster the exceptional level of senior talent and experience at the firm.

The five new Consello senior advisors join a leadership team that includes founder Declan Kelly; Consello partners Mindy Grossman, Wendy Clark, Oscar Salazar, Tom Brady, Mark Shafir, Janey Whiteside, Peter Morrow, Peter Mattoon, Rebecca Rooney, Michael Madden, Serena Williams, Pau Gasol and Gary Neville; and Consello advisors Steve Mollenkopf, Kelly Kramer and Alex Spiro in what has become one of the fastest growing advisory and investing platforms in the world.

Consello was founded just over two years ago and its advisory business already advises and represents many of the world’s largest companies. The firm’s private equity business specializes in bringing its large cap relationships and experience to bear on the portfolio companies it owns.

The company now has offices in New York, Atlanta, Miami, London and Barcelona and is expected to expand into other locations around the world in the months ahead. Other senior advisors at Consello include Sir Nigel Boardman, Joe Moglia, Dr. Anita Sands and Jeffrey Weingarten.

Mervyn Davies, Lord Davies of Abersoch, will Chair the company’s Advisory Board to assist in the development of Consello’s non-private equity lines of business around the world. The company’s private equity business, Consello Capital, already has a separate LP Advisory Board.

Lord Davies is one of the most accomplished and recognized business executives in the UK with extensive experience throughout Europe, Asia and the Middle East over the last three decades.

He is a British former banker and was previously a Labour government minister. Prior to government, he was a Director, Chief Executive and Chairman of Standard Chartered PLC for 12 years. Lord Davies is currently Chairman of LetterOne and Chairman of the LTA (Lawn Tennis Association). He sits on the World Rugby Executive Committee and is Chairman of Glyndebourne Opera House. Lord Davies has a variety of other business interests and non-executive director positions and chairs several private companies around the world.

Lord Davies was awarded a CBE for his services to the financial sector and the community in Hong Kong in June 2002 where he served as a member of the HK Exchange fund for seven years. He is a Justice of the Peace in Hong Kong, and an Honorary Distinguished Professor at Cardiff Business School.

Lord Davies said, “I have worked with Declan Kelly for many years. What he and the team are now building at Consello is remarkable. It is a great privilege to join this exceptional team of leaders and practitioners as Chair of the Advisory Board.”

He will be joined by four other new Senior Advisors:

Sir Sajid Javid is a highly accomplished British politician and international finance executive. He was a Member of Parliament for fourteen years and served as Chancellor of the Exchequer and Secretary of State of five other UK government departments under three Conservative Prime Ministers. Beyond this highly successful political career, he has been an executive at some of the most reputable global banks across the US, European and Asian markets. He is now a Partner at global investment firm Centricus.

Sir Sajid added, “Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of collaborating with some of the world’s finest organizations and most talented individuals in both government and the private sector. I’m excited to bring the benefit of that experience and knowledge to this new role as a Senior Advisor to Consello.”

Anne Finucane was a leader at Bank of America for nearly three decades. Ms. Finucane was Vice Chair of Bank of America, Chair of the Board of Bank of America Europe, as well as a member of Bank of America’s Management Committee. Ms. Finucane has won numerous industry accolades throughout her career, including featuring on the Fortune Most Powerful Women, Forbes Power Women and American Banker Most Powerful Women in Banking lists. She is the recipient of the Carnegie Hall Medal of Excellence and the Edward M. Kennedy Institute Award for Inspired Leadership.

Anne Finucane remarked, “I’m delighted to join Consello at this exciting moment in its growth and look forward to bringing my experience to bear as it grows within the financial services category and beyond.”

Carmine Di Sibio is the former Global Chairman and CEO of EY, one of the largest professional services organizations in the world, with over US$50b in revenues and 400,000 people serving clients in nearly 150 countries.

Carmine is originally from Italy and emigrated with his family to the United States when he was three years old. He was the first in his family to graduate from college, earning a BA in Chemistry from Colgate University and an MBA from New York University’s Stern School of Business. Carmine is a member of the Board of Trustees of Colgate University and a member of the Wake Forest University Business School Board of Visitors.

Carmine said, “I am thrilled to join Consello, a pioneer in strategic advisory and investing. Leveraging my global experience at EY, I look forward to contributing to Consello’s growth and helping our clients achieve transformative success.”

Frank Ryan is DLA Piper’s Global Co-Chair, Global Co-CEO, and Americas Chair. Throughout his legal career, Frank has handled numerous high-profile matters in a variety of areas and is known as a go-to strategist for some of the world’s most sophisticated media and sports corporations. He is frequently quoted in the media as a business and legal expert. He is a member of the Wall Street Journal CEO Council and Thomson Reuters’ Global Strategy Board and a founding partner of the Legal Elite Athlete Pipeline Scholarship Program (LEAP).”

Frank Ryan commented, “Declan and team are consistently engaged by the world’s most senior leaders on their toughest issues. I look forward to joining the team and leveraging my experience to help to solve those challenges.”

Declan Kelly, Chairman and CEO of Consello, concluded, “We are delighted to welcome Mervyn, Sajid, Anne, Carmine and Frank to the Consello leadership team. They are all remarkable leaders who bring a wealth of additional experience and relationships to the Consello platform as we continue to rapidly expand our business around the world. I couldn’t be prouder of the business our team is building together, and we are excited and energized by the opportunities that lie ahead.”

About Consello
Consello is an Advisory and Investing Platform

Our six distinct advisory practices provide the complete strategic counsel today’s leaders need to grow and transform their organizations. Our advisory expertise spans corporate advisory; M&A; Growth; Marketing; Technology; and Sports, Entertainment and Leadership Development. Dedicated teams operate in each practice, led by a leadership group with deep operational experience across industries, business growth stages and market cycles and with an expansive set of global corporate relationships.

Our investment business, Consello Capital, identifies high-potential mid-market companies and invests capital and expertise to transform their growth.

Contact: media@consello.com 

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Technology Drives the Future of Travel: JETOUR Continues to Expand Its “Travel+” Ecosystem

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WUHU, China, Oct. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Expectations for travel are evolving: vehicles are no longer simply a means of reaching a destination, but travel companions that bring people closer to nature, serving as a “mobile third space.”

JETOUR continues to advance its “Travel+” strategy, integrating technological innovation, product development, and ecosystem building into real travel scenarios. From October 20 to 23, the 2026 JETOUR Global Technology Experience Day, themed “Future Travel Starts Now,” takes place across Wuhu, Anhui and Moganshan, Zhejiang, featuring technology experiences, on-road driving, outdoor living, and conservation activities.

Technological Innovation: Expanding the Possibilities of Travel

Backed by the Group’s expertise in AI, intelligent driving, smart cabins, and AiMOGA Robotics, JETOUR turns cutting-edge technology into experiences users can genuinely feel. The XWD Fully Automatic Intelligent 4WD, with 7+X one-touch modes, tackles mountain roads, gravel, and water crossings, while the GAIA All-Terrain Intelligent Architecture adapts to diverse terrain and C-DM hybrid technology balances performance with efficiency. On October 21, models with these technologies take on mountain-road test drives at Moganshan.

A Diverse Product Lineup: Enriching the Travel Experience

The G700 combines premium comfort with hardcore off-road capability, while the T1 and T2 suit both urban driving and light off-road adventures. Roof tents, onboard refrigerators, and other ecosystem equipment turn the vehicle into an all-round companion. JETOUR also hosts a camping market and a Starry Night Forum, bringing product features into real travel settings.

Ecosystem: Extending the Value of Travel

Travel is about understanding cultures and protecting nature as well as exploration. Participants visit Xiazhu Lake in Zhejiang for a crested ibis conservation initiative. Globally, JETOUR supports cheetah conservation in Africa, turtle conservation in Malaysia, harpy eagle conservation in Panama, and protection of Pakistan’s national animal, the markhor.

JETOUR has also partnered with Chile’s Colo-Colo, FIBA, and the Malaysia Marathon, broadening engagement with local culture, sport, and communities — giving “Travel+” an ever richer meaning.

JETOUR now joins travelers worldwide across city, mountain, and wetland, exploring new possibilities through the deeper integration of technology and travel.

ABOUT JETOUR

Launched in 2018, JETOUR follows the “Travel+” strategy and has entered over 100 countries and regions, with 2,000+ sales and after-sales outlets. Its lineup includes the T Series for light off-road and the G Series for the premium luxury off-road market, covering urban commuting, family road trips, outdoor camping, and long-distance journeys.

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Technology Drives the Future of Travel: JETOUR Continues to Expand Its “Travel+” Ecosystem

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WUHU, China, Oct. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Expectations for travel are evolving: vehicles are no longer simply a means of reaching a destination, but travel companions that bring people closer to nature, serving as a “mobile third space.”

JETOUR continues to advance its “Travel+” strategy, integrating technological innovation, product development, and ecosystem building into real travel scenarios. From October 20 to 23, the 2026 JETOUR Global Technology Experience Day, themed “Future Travel Starts Now,” takes place across Wuhu, Anhui and Moganshan, Zhejiang, featuring technology experiences, on-road driving, outdoor living, and conservation activities.

Technological Innovation: Expanding the Possibilities of Travel

Backed by the Group’s expertise in AI, intelligent driving, smart cabins, and AiMOGA Robotics, JETOUR turns cutting-edge technology into experiences users can genuinely feel. The XWD Fully Automatic Intelligent 4WD, with 7+X one-touch modes, tackles mountain roads, gravel, and water crossings, while the GAIA All-Terrain Intelligent Architecture adapts to diverse terrain and C-DM hybrid technology balances performance with efficiency. On October 21, models with these technologies take on mountain-road test drives at Moganshan.

A Diverse Product Lineup: Enriching the Travel Experience

The G700 combines premium comfort with hardcore off-road capability, while the T1 and T2 suit both urban driving and light off-road adventures. Roof tents, onboard refrigerators, and other ecosystem equipment turn the vehicle into an all-round companion. JETOUR also hosts a camping market and a Starry Night Forum, bringing product features into real travel settings.

Ecosystem: Extending the Value of Travel

Travel is about understanding cultures and protecting nature as well as exploration. Participants visit Xiazhu Lake in Zhejiang for a crested ibis conservation initiative. Globally, JETOUR supports cheetah conservation in Africa, turtle conservation in Malaysia, harpy eagle conservation in Panama, and protection of Pakistan’s national animal, the markhor.

JETOUR has also partnered with Chile’s Colo-Colo, FIBA, and the Malaysia Marathon, broadening engagement with local culture, sport, and communities — giving “Travel+” an ever richer meaning.

JETOUR now joins travelers worldwide across city, mountain, and wetland, exploring new possibilities through the deeper integration of technology and travel.

ABOUT JETOUR

Launched in 2018, JETOUR follows the “Travel+” strategy and has entered over 100 countries and regions, with 2,000+ sales and after-sales outlets. Its lineup includes the T Series for light off-road and the G Series for the premium luxury off-road market, covering urban commuting, family road trips, outdoor camping, and long-distance journeys.

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Best AI Tools for Marketing Content (2026): CapCut Recognized for Faster AI-Powered Video and Image Creation by Better Business Advice

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NEW YORK, Oct. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Better Business Advice has recognized CapCut in its 2026 coverage of the best AI tools for marketing content, highlighting its collection of AI-powered features for creating and editing videos, images, audio, and other campaign assets. The recognition reflects growing interest in tools that help transform creative concepts into usable marketing materials while reducing the manual work involved in production.

Best AI Marketing Tools

Seedance 2.0 – an AI video generation model that creates videos from text prompts or imagesSeedream – an AI image generation model that creates high-quality visuals from text prompts

AI-powered content creation is changing how businesses develop digital marketing campaigns. From promotional videos and product imagery to social media graphics and branded audio, organizations face growing demand for creative assets across multiple digital channels. Tools that simplify production and support faster experimentation are becoming an increasingly important part of modern marketing workflows.

CapCut offers a range of AI-assisted capabilities covering several stages of content creation. These include text-based video generation, AI image generation, background removal, image expansion, music generation, and photo animation. Together, the tools provide options for producing marketing assets for social media, digital advertising, product promotions, and other online campaigns.

AI Video Generation Supports Promotional Campaigns

Video is an important format for communicating product information, presenting services, and building audience engagement. However, producing video content regularly can require significant planning, editing, and creative resources.

CapCut’s Seedance 2.0 AI video generator supports prompt-based video creation. Users can describe a creative concept and generate video content that serves as a starting point for further development.

The capability can support promotional videos, product showcases, educational content, and social media campaigns. It also gives creators a way to explore different visual approaches during the planning stage before refining the selected direction.

For businesses producing content across multiple channels, AI-assisted video generation can help reduce the effort required to develop initial concepts. Generated material can then be reviewed and edited to align with campaign objectives, brand guidelines, and platform requirements.

Image Generation Helps Develop Marketing Concepts

Visual assets influence how products, services, and campaigns are presented to audiences. Developing suitable imagery often involves several rounds of brainstorming and creative testing before a final direction is selected.

CapCut’s Seedream AI image generator enables users to create images from text prompts. The tool can support concept drafts, campaign planning, and experimentation with different visual styles.

For example, a seasonal marketing campaign may require several approaches to backgrounds, compositions, and visual themes. AI-generated drafts can help illustrate those options before resources are committed to final production.

CapCut’s GPT Image 2 provides another option for generating images from natural language instructions. The feature can support the development of promotional graphics, campaign imagery, and other visual assets.

These tools help shorten the early stages of creative development by making it easier to turn written ideas into visual references. Human review remains important to ensure the resulting assets accurately represent the product and meet the campaign’s requirements.

Image Editing Simplifies Asset Preparation

AI image generation is only one part of preparing content for publication. Existing photographs and graphics often need adjustments before they can be used across marketing channels.

CapCut’s AI background removal tool helps separate subjects from their original backgrounds. This can be useful when preparing product images, promotional graphics, and other assets that require a different visual setting.

The AI Image Extender addresses the challenge of adapting images to different layouts. By generating content beyond an image’s original boundaries, the tool can help users adjust compositions for different formats without relying entirely on cropping or stretching.

These capabilities can support the preparation of visuals for social media posts, website banners, digital advertisements, and product promotions. They also provide options for repurposing existing creative assets instead of producing entirely new images for every placement.

AI Audio and Photo Animation Expand Creative Options

Marketing content often combines visuals, movement, and sound to communicate a message. Producing these elements separately can add complexity to the creative process.

CapCut’s SeedMusic AI audio generator supports AI-assisted music creation based on creative prompts. Generated music can be used as a starting point for videos, promotional campaigns, and other multimedia projects, subject to appropriate review and usage requirements.

The platform’s Photo-to-3D tool offers another way to adapt still images into more dynamic visual content. This capability can help transform existing photography into animated presentations for product showcases, social media, and digital promotions.

By supporting audio creation and image animation alongside video and image tools, CapCut provides additional options for developing varied marketing materials.

A Connected Workflow for Marketing Content

CapCut’s collection of AI-powered features supports several stages of campaign production within one creative environment. A project could begin with concept images generated through Seedream, followed by visual development with GPT Image 2. Background removal and image expansion can then help prepare assets for different placements.

Selected visuals can be incorporated into video projects using Seedance 2.0, while SeedMusic offers an option for developing accompanying audio. Photo-to-3D can provide another format for repurposing existing images.

Not every campaign requires all these capabilities. Their practical value depends on the content format, production requirements, and intended audience. Reviewing generated assets for accuracy, visual consistency, and suitability remains essential before publication.

Better Business Advice’s recognition of CapCut reflects the growing role of AI-assisted production in digital marketing. As businesses continue to develop content for multiple channels, tools that support video creation, image generation, editing, and multimedia production can help simplify creative workflows while leaving room for human direction and quality control.

The full article can be read at the Better Business Advice website.

About CapCut

CapCut is an AI-powered photo and video editing platform designed to make high-quality video creation accessible across devices. The platform supports creators, businesses, and everyday users with tools for video editing, AI video generation, captions, templates, audio, and visual editing. CapCut is available across mobile, web, desktop, and iPad experiences, helping users create, edit, and prepare video content for social media, marketing, education, and personal projects.

About Better Business Advice: Better Business Advice covers the news and strategies driving modern business success. The information provided by Better Business Advice does not, and is not intended to, constitute legal advice; instead, all information, content, and materials are for general informational purposes only. As an affiliate, Better Business Advice may earn commissions from services mentioned in the links provided.

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