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Hyperquake Continues Strategic Growth Nationwide, Merges Elite MarCore Group into Core Growth Marketing Pillar

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SALT LAKE CITY, Oct. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — In the spring of 2021, independent creative strategy, branding and experience design agency Hyperquake announced its strategic partnership with Salt Lake City-based digital marketplace engineering firm MarCore Group. Addressing this pivotal partnership, Hyperquake’s CEO Colin Crotty emphasized the importance of constant evolution, the immense value of digital innovation, and his Cincinnati-based company’s deep commitments to serving its global clientele “where they are.” For his part, MarCore’s Founder Ari Monkarsh spoke to his team’s proven abilities to develop marketing assets and growth systems which were already proving to be phenomenally successful.

Now, building on more than three years’ worth of groundbreaking client-driven collaborations by merging MarCore Group into its operations, Hyperquake’s acquisition is complete. Renewing its commitments to Salt Lake City and the firm’s illustrious West Coast clientele and appointing Monkarsh as Hyperquake’s Executive Director of Growth Marketing, MarCore Group’s extraordinary expertise and human resources now bolster Hyperquake’s Growth Marketing pillar. These strengths extend and complement the firm’s holistic, world-class offerings in Innovation, Brand, Experiences, and Sustainability.

“From the beginning, our investments into MarCore Group were strategically designed to develop growth and performance marketing services for our clientele, with the goal of activating the work of our brand and strategy teams,” Crotty began. “Together with Ari and his ultra-talented team of strategists, subject matter experts, and digital execution specialists, we are now meeting the dynamic needs of our clients seeking comprehensive solutions to build, manage, and grow their brands.”

Hyperquake’s Legacy of Innovative, Client-Driven Strategic Growth

Launched in Cincinnati in 1986, Hyperquake first established its premier reputation in the field of branding. With Crotty and Chief Creative Officer and Partner Dan Barczak purchasing the firm in 2016, Hyperquake soon acquired Cincinnati’s The Brand Experience and forged an alliance with Portland-based Verify Venture Studio. Since partnering with MarCore Group and expanding to Silicon Slopes, the firm has grown its business network to include business management consultancy Several Thousand Alliance.

Next, with this year’s acquisition of award-winning design and technology studio Potion, Hyperquake’s operations were extended to New York City. And with the recent addition of Chief Sustainability Officer Thomas Federl, the firm is now providing far-ranging Sustainability-focused development services.

Moving forward, Hyperquake’s Growth services include: Fractional Growth Consulting; Paid, Earned and Owned Media Consulting; Awareness/Launch Campaign Development; Affiliate Strategy Development; Martech Integration; and Attribution and ROI Modeling.

Addressing the future from the perspective of Hyperquake’s clientele, Monkarsh explained, “Our cutting-edge expertise in digital strategy now seamlessly augments Hyperquake’s industry-leading brand storytelling and business growth services. With our focus on optimizing for cost of acquiring customers (CAC) and lifetime value (LTV), together, we are here to drive sustainable, long-term growth and help brands truly thrive.”

Taking all of this into account, Crotty continued, “As a key component of our integrated services, we are now uniquely qualified to offer performance-driven solutions to help our clients tap new growth opportunities, expand their digital presence and generate direct, tangible outcomes from their marketing investments.

“In light of our expanding, business-changing superpowers, this is a very proud moment for Hyperquake,” Crotty added. “Our expertise in strategic innovation, branded experiences and scaling organizations for prosperity and growth is ready to serve ambitious business leaders across America, and all around the world.”

MarCore Group’s Meteoric Rise

Since starting up in 2020 under Monkarsh’s visionary leadership, MarCore Group has worked with brands spanning virtually all industries. Its client list – now shared with Hyperquake – includes Jacuzzi, Leonard Truck Accessories, Greenworks, Brandless, Harley-Davidson, MasterCraft, Nautique, Obagi Medical, Relief Factor, and Sutera. Across the board, its work elevating brand visibility and sales has proven to be remarkable.

Specifically for Sutera, the group optimized its Google and Bing Ad accounts for better ROAS and now manages all of its affiliate programs and paid social campaigns.

“Before MarCore, we were burning money on ads with another agency and only getting a 0.79 ROAS,” Sutera’s Senior Director of Marketing Chris Hardman confirmed. “It was a financial nightmare. Ari’s team came in and completely turned things around, skyrocketing our Google Ads ROAS from 0.79 to over 2x, a stunning transformation. MarCore’s expertise and impact at such a massive scale are nothing short of miraculous.”

To learn more about Hyperquake, please visit https://www.hyperquake.com.

About Hyperquake
Hyperquake is an independent creative strategy, branding and experience design marketing agency founded in 1986. With locations in Cincinnati, Salt Lake City and Brooklyn, Hyperquake builds ambitious brands and experiences for those eager to activate a vision. Hyperquake specializes in strategic innovation, branded experiences and scaling organizations for growth, working with companies ranging from small startups to global enterprise. For more information, visit https://www.hyperquake.com.

NOTE TO EDITORS: Image to accompany this story here: https://bit.ly/hq_growth

Contact:

Roger Darnell

DWA for Hyperquake

(+)1.828.773.4410

rd@darnellworks.com 

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Fox ESS Celebrates Strong Momentum with Integrated Solar Storage & Charging Solutions at Smart Energy 2026

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SYDNEY, May 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Fox ESS, a global leader in renewable energy solutions, attended Smart Energy 2026 during 6-7 May as a platinum sponsor. At the event, Fox ESS showcased its next-generation approach to solar storage and EV charging solution, delivering a seamless, future-ready energy experience for homeowners and installers across Australia.

Integrated Solutions Tailored for Aussie Homes

At Smart Energy 2026, Fox ESS highlighted its storage-to-charging solution, designed to make everyday energy use more convenient for local residents. With performance-led products and proven market traction, Fox ESS is set to play its part in building a more resilient energy future for Australia.

Battery Systems

Fox ESS continues to build momentum in the battery market. Sunwiz, an Australian solar consultancy, recently reported that Fox ESS ranked No.1 in March for installation capacity. And the company also revealed it has installed more than 25,000 systems in April. During the exhibition, Sunwiz presented Fox ESS with an award, recognising the company as Top Solar Company for Fastest Growing Battery.

CQ7 V6+ High Voltage Battery (42kWh and above)
Building on Fox ESS’ proven strengths, compact design and high capacity, CQ7 V6+ is well suited to medium-sized households and ensure the free use of electricity and maximize the self-consumption.EQ4800 High Voltage Battery (28kWh)
A reliable choice for smaller households, designed for efficient day-to-day energy storage.

Alongside its battery range, Fox ESS showcased all-in-one systems, including Stackable AIO and EVO, designed to simplify installation while maintaining a high standard of design and presentation.

Inverters

Fox ESS offers a range of inverters to suit local requirements, supported by up to 200% PV oversizing and a 10-year product warranty.

Single-phase: H1‑G2 (3–6kW); KH series (7–10.5kW)Three-phase: H3 Smart (5–15kW); H3 Pro (15–29.9kW); H3 Plus (50–125kW)

EV Chargers

With EV adoption accelerating, Fox ESS also offers EV charging solutions with solar linkage, designed to work across its inverter portfolio. The chargers provide robust, smart energy management, including dynamic load balancing to help protect home circuits.

A Series (7.3kW / 11kW / 22kW): IP65 and IK08 protection, OCPP-compliant.L Series (7.3kW / 11kW): straightforward installation with multiple colour options.

Big Battery Still Takes Centre Stage

As the Cheaper Home Battery Program moves into a new phase under an updated rebate policy, interest in larger battery systems continues to grow, particularly as more households consider EV upgrades amid rising fuel costs. More EVs typically mean households need greater energy availability, making higher-capacity storage an increasingly attractive option.

Looking ahead, from 1 July 2026, the Australian Government’s Solar Sharer Offer (SSO) will provide eligible households with three hours of free daily electricity to align with peak solar generation. Households with larger batteries will be well placed to make the most of this opportunity.

Fox ESS is also working with local VPP partners, including Amber Electric and Origin Loop VPP, helping homeowners unlock maximum value while supporting greater grid stability.

Maimai Comes Alive at the Exhibition

Visitors to the Fox ESS stand experienced a full programme of brand activations across the event. Following the online announcement, Sydney served as Maimai’s first physical stop, bringing the community together for face-to-face engagement. Attendees queued to take photos with the brand’s friendly and recognisable mascot.

Long-Term Commitment to Australia

Fox ESS has opened two local offices in Melbourne and Sydney, with more than 30 dedicated specialists supporting local customer needs. The company is also looking to play a wider role in Australia’s energy transition.

Notably, Ian Thorpe made his first in-person appearance at Fox Night, where he presented partners with awards. At the event party, Fox ESS also hosted a battery installation challenge, featuring eight rounds of competition, with the final winners receiving a range of prizes.

“We’re delighted to see such a strong result following the rollout of local policy. With nearly 400,000 Australian households now installing batteries, Fox ESS has played a key role, but this is only the beginning. We’re committed to keeping momentum and helping make a smarter, more reliable energy future a reality for more homes.” said Brooks Richard Geng, APAC & Middle East Managing Director, Fox ESS.

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TELUS announces election of directors

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VANCOUVER, BC, May 8, 2026 /CNW/ – TELUS Corporation (TELUS) (TSX: T) (NYSE: TU) announced today that the nominees listed in TELUS’ 2026 information circular were elected as directors of TELUS. The detailed results of the vote for the election of directors held at TELUS’ annual meeting on May 8, 2026 (the Meeting) are set out below.

Each of the following 14 nominees proposed by management was elected as a director of TELUS:

Nominee

Votes For  

% Votes For  

Votes Withheld  

% Votes Withheld 

Raymond T. Chan

592,322,965

97.91

12,667,245

2.09

Hazel Claxton

599,400,953

99.08

5,589,256

0.92

Lisa De Wilde

583,361,107

96.42

21,629,103

3.58

Victor Dodig

593,352,117

98.08

11,638,092

1.92

Darren Entwistle

586,791,970

96.99

18,198,239

3.01

Thomas Flynn

596,684,564

98.63

8,305,646

1.37

Mary Jo Haddad

577,841,419

95.51

27,148,791

4.49

Martha Hall Findlay     

595,075,545

98.36

9,914,665

1.64

Christine Magee

597,282,615

98.73

7,707,595

1.27

John Manley

579,845,538

95.84

25,144,672

4.16

David Mowat

592,867,380

98.00

12,122,830

2.00

Marc Parent

577,961,748

95.53

27,028,461

4.47

Denise Pickett

596,211,746

98.55

8,778,464

1.45

W. Sean Willy

595,898,668

98.50

9,091,541

1.50

Final voting results on all matters voted on at the Meeting will be published shortly on telus.com/agm, and filed with the Canadian and U.S. securities regulators.

About TELUS

TELUS (TSX: T, NYSE: TU) is a world-leading communications technology company operating in more than 45 countries and generating over $20 billion in annual revenue with more than 21 million customer connections through our advanced suite of broadband services for consumers, businesses and the public sector. We are committed to leveraging our technology to enable remarkable human outcomes. TELUS is passionate about putting our customers and communities first, leading the way globally in client service excellence and social capitalism. TELUS Health is enhancing approximately 170 million lives across 200 countries and territories through innovative preventive medicine and well-being technologies. TELUS Agriculture & Consumer Goods utilizes digital technologies and data insights to optimize the connection between producers and consumers. TELUS Digital specializes in digital customer experiences and future-focused digital transformations that deliver value for their global clients. Guided by our enduring ‘give where we live’ philosophy, TELUS continues to invest in initiatives that support education, health and community well-being. In 2023, we launched the TELUS Student Bursary, which strives to ensure that every young person in Canada who wants a postsecondary education has the opportunity to pursue one. To date, the program has distributed over $6 million in bursaries to 2,000 students and counting. Since 2000, TELUS, our team members and retirees have contributed $1.85 billion in cash, in-kind contributions, time and programs, including 2.5 million days of service–earning TELUS the distinction of the world’s most giving company.

For more information, visit telus.com or follow @Darren_Entwistle on Instagram.

For more information, please contact:

Jacinthe Beaulieu
TELUS Media Relations
Jacinthe.Beaulieu@telus.com

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CTK BIO SELECTED TO PARTICIPATE IN NGEN’S $62.7M ADVANCED MANUFACTURING INITIATIVE

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VANCOUVER, BC, May 8, 2026 /CNW/ – CTK Bio Canada today announced its selection as a participant in a Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen)-supported advanced manufacturing project, part of a $62.7 million national initiative backing 14 high-impact projects across Canada.

The initiative, recently announced by NGen, represents one of Canada’s most significant investments in advanced manufacturing, supporting collaborations between leading industry and technology partners to accelerate commercialization and strengthen global competitiveness. NGen’s project selection process is highly competitive, prioritizing initiatives with strong technical innovation, commercialization potential, and industry impact.

CTK Bio will contribute to the project titled “Streamlining Cosmetics Packaging with AI Powered Materials Informatics,” which uses artificial intelligence to guide the formulation and validation of packaging materials, ensuring compatibility with cosmetic products while meeting performance and regulatory requirements.

ADVANCING AI-DRIVEN MATERIALS INNOVATION
Through this project, CTK Bio is advancing an AI-powered materials informatics approach that improves how packaging materials are formulated, validated, and scaled for cosmetic applications.

By shifting from traditional trial-and-error methods to predictive, data-driven formulation, CTK Bio aims to:

Increase the success rate of new material developmentReduce formulation and validation timelinesLower development costsAccelerate commercialization of innovative and sustainable packaging solutions

EXECUTIVE COMMENTARY
JK Park, CEO
“This project unlocks synergies between CTK Bio and CTK Clip, where we already have an established global presence in the cosmetics market. By combining advanced materials innovation with existing market access, we can accelerate the commercialization of next-generation packaging solutions.”

ABOUT CTK BIO
CTK Bio Canada is focused on advancing next-generation biomaterials and manufacturing technologies, developing innovative solutions that enable more efficient, sustainable, and scalable production across global industries.

ABOUT NGEN
Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen) is the industry-led organization spearheading Canada’s Global Innovation Cluster for Advanced Manufacturing. NGen brings together industry, academia, and technology partners to drive innovation, accelerate commercialization, and enhance Canada’s global competitiveness.

SOCIAL MEDIA ACCOUNTS:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ctkbiocanada
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ctkbiocanada
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ctk-bio-canada

For more information, visit www.ctkbio.com or call (604) 372-4200.

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