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CBAK Energy Reports Third Quarter & First Nine Months of 2024 Unaudited Financial Results

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DALIAN, China, Nov. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — CBAK Energy Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: CBAT) (“CBAK Energy,” or the “Company”) a leading lithium-ion battery manufacturer and electric energy solution provider in China, today reported its unaudited financial results for the third quarter 2024 ended September 30, 2024.

First nine months of 2024 Financial Highlights

Net revenues from sales of batteries were $113.9 million, an increase of 18.4% from $96.2 million in the same period of 2023.Net revenues from batteries used in light electric vehicles were $8.2 million, an increase of 95% from $4.2 million in the same period of 2023.Net revenues from batteries used in electric vehicles were $1.0 million, a decrease of 57.1% from $2.4 million in the same period of 2023.Net revenues from residential energy supply & uninterruptible supplies were $104.6 million, an increase of 16.8% from $89.5 million in the same period of 2023.Gross margin for the battery business was 34.3%, an increase of 15.2 percentage points from 19.1% in the same period of 2023.Net income from the battery business was $21.6 million, an increase of 222% from $6.7 million in the same period of 2023.

Zhiguang Hu, Chief Executive Officer of the Company, commented, “We are pleased to report a remarkable 18.4% increase in battery sales revenue during the first nine months of the year, especially given the intense competition within the industry. Our battery business has also delivered an impressive gross margin of 34.6% for the same period, positioning us well ahead of all competitors in the battery manufacturing sector, including internationally recognized industry leaders. Despite broader economic challenges, we have successfully achieved a net income of $21.6 million from our battery operations for the first three quarters of the year. We are proud to present this exceptional performance to our shareholders and investors and remain highly confident in our continued growth for the following quarters in this and next years.”

Jiewei Li, Chief Financial Officer and Secretary of the Board of the Company, added, “As Mr. Hu highlighted, our financial performance for the first three quarters has been exceptionally strong, setting a new benchmark within the industry. While our Dalian facility has continued to generate consistent profits, we are particularly pleased to report that our Nanjing facility—just operating for less than three years with a new battery model—has become profitable as of Q3. The demand and order volumes at the Nanjing plant have far surpassed its current capacity, leading to full-day operations across all production lines. In response to this robust client demand, we have secured procurement agreements with our equipment suppliers and are set to expand the production at our Nanjing Phase II project, adding an additional 2.5 to 3 GWh of capacity by next year.”

Third Quarter of 2024 Financial Results

Net revenues[1] were $44.6 million, representing a decrease of 29.7% compared to $63.4 million in the same period of 2023. This decrease in revenues was due to the fact that the Dalian factory had been operating at full capacity since the beginning of the year, which resulted in a one-month suspension for maintenance in the third quarter. In addition to that, Hitrans is facing suboptimal business performance.

Among these revenues, detailed revenues from our battery business are:

Battery Business

2023

Third

Quarter

2024
Third

Quarter

% Change
YoY

Net Revenues ($)

44,327,653

33,461,793

(25)

Gross Profits ($)

11,698,226

7,665,009

(31)

Gross Margin

26.4

%

22.9

%

–

Net Income ($)

7,770,711

2,035,338

–

Net Revenues from Battery Business on
Applications ($)

Electric Vehicles

402,863

333,216

(17)

Light Electric Vehicles

1,114,107

4,913,644

341

Residential Energy Supply &
Uninterruptable supplies

42,810,683

28,214,934

(34)

Total

63,441,109

44,628,241

(30)

 

[1] Net revenues consist of the Company’s self-operated battery business and Hitrans, which was acquired in 2021, an independently managed raw materials business.

Cost of revenues was $37.7 million, representing a decrease of 26.4% from $51.2 million in the same period of 2023. The decrease in the cost of revenues corresponds to the decrease of net revenues.

Gross profit was $7.0 million, representing a decrease of 43% from $12.2 million in the same period of 2023. Gross margin was 15.6%, compared to 19.3% in the same period of 2023.

Total operating expenses were $7.8 million, representing an increase of 12% from $7.0 million in the same period of 2023.

Research and development expenses was $3.4 million, an increase of 36% from $2.5 million in the same period of 2023.Sales and marketing expenses were $1.0 million, a slightly decrease of 8% from $1.1 million in the same period of 2023.General and administrative expenses were $2.8 million, a decrease of 14% from $3.2 million in the same period of 2023.Recover of doubtful accounts was $0.55 million, compared to a provision of doubtful accounts of $0.25 million in the same period of 2023.

Operating loss amounted to $0.83 million, compared to an operating income of $5.3 million in the same period of 2023.

Finance income, net amounted to $40,350, compared to $0.4 million in the same period of 2023.

Change in fair value of warrants was nil, compared to $15,000 in the same period of 2023.

Net loss attributable to shareholders of CBAK Energy was $0.2 million, compared to net income  attributable to shareholders of CBAK Energy of $6.3 million in the same period of 2023.

Net income attributable to shareholders of CBAK Energy (after deducting the change in fair value of warrants) was $17,647, compared to a net income of $6.2 million in the same period of 2023, mainly due to the fact that our acquired raw material manufacturing unit, Hitrans, is in net loss.

Basic and diluted income per share were both nil, compared to basic and diluted loss per share of $0.07 in 2023.

First nine months of 2024 Financial Results

Net revenues[1] were $151.2 million, representing an increase of 2.0% compared to $148.3 million in the same period of 2023. This increase was primarily attributable to an increase in revenue from the Company’s battery business.

Among these revenues, detailed revenues from our battery business are:

Battery Business

2023

First

nine months

2024
First

nine months

% Change
YoY

Net Revenues ($)

96,163,040

113,897,786

18.4

Gross Profits ($)

18,336,732

39,040,824

109.5

Gross Margin

19.0

%

34.3

%

–

Net (Loss) Income ($)

6,746,883

21,610,408

–

Net Revenues from Battery Business on
Applications ($)

Electric Vehicles

2,358,842

1,012,655

-57.0

Light Electric Vehicles

4,230,066

8,249,437

95.0

Residential Energy Supply &
Uninterruptable supplies

89,574,132

104,635,694

16.8

Total

96,163,040

113,897,786

18.4

 

[1] Net revenues consist of the Company’s self-operated battery business and Hitrans, which was acquired in 2021, an independently managed raw materials business.

Cost of revenues was $112.8 million, representing a decrease of 12.7% from $129.2 million in the same period of 2023. The decrease in the cost of revenues corresponds to theCompany’s higher gross profit from the battery business.

Gross profit was $38.5 million, representing an increase of 102.0% from $19.0 million in the same period of 2023. Gross margin was 25.4%, compared to 12.8% in the same period of 2023.

Total operating expenses were $23.1 million, representing an increase of 13.1% from $20.4 million in the same period of 2023.

Research and development expenses were $9.2 million, an increase of 14.9% from $8.0 million in the same period of 2023.Sales and marketing expenses were $4.1 million, an increase of 46.9% from $2.8 million in the same period of 2023.General and administrative expenses were $10.0 million, an increase of 7.5% from $9.3 million in the same period of 2023.Recovery of doubtful accounts was $0.2 million, compared to a provision for doubtful accounts of $0.3 million in the same period of 2023.

Operating income amounted to $15.4 million, compared to an operating loss of $1.4 million in the same period of 2023.

Finance income, net amounted to $0.6, compared to $0.2 million finance expenses in the same period of 2023.

Change in fair value of warrants was nil, compared to $0.14 million in the same period of 2023.

Net income attributable to shareholders of CBAK Energy was $16.3 million, compared to net income attributable to shareholders of CBAK Energy of $2.3 million in the same period of 2023.

Net income attributable to shareholders of CBAK Energy (after deducting the change in fair value of warrants) was $16.3 million, compared to a net income of $2.1 million in the same period of 2023, mainly due to the strong performance of our battery business. 

Basic and diluted income per share were both $0.18, compared to basic and diluted loss per share of $0.03 in 2023.

Conference Call

CBAK Energy’s management will host an earnings conference call at 8:00 AM U.S. Eastern Time on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 (9:00 PM Beijing/Hong Kong Time on November 12, 2024).

For participants who wish to join our call online, please visit:
https://edge.media-server.com/mmc/p/sepoc69g

Participants who plan to ask questions during the call will need to register at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled call start time using the link provided below. Upon registration, participants will receive the conference call access information, including dial-in numbers, a unique pin, and an email with detailed instructions.

Participant Online Registration:
https://register.vevent.com/register/BI35d99553511e4d63bffc9c7d4409bcec

Once completing the registration, please dial-in at least 10 minutes before the scheduled start time of the conference call and enter the personal pin as instructed to connect to the call.

A replay of the conference call may be accessed within seven days after the conclusion of the live call at the following website: https://edge.media-server.com/mmc/p/sepoc69g

The earnings release and the link for the replay are available at ir.cbak.com.cn.

About CBAK Energy

CBAK Energy Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: CBAT) is a leading high-tech enterprise in China engaged in the development, manufacturing, and sales of new energy high power lithium and sodium batteries, as well as the production of raw materials for use in manufacturing high power lithium batteries. The applications of the Company’s products and solutions include electric vehicles, light electric vehicles, energy storage and other high-power applications. In January 2006, CBAK Energy became the first lithium battery manufacturer in China listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market. CBAK Energy has multiple operating subsidiaries in Dalian, Nanjing, Shaoxing and Shangqiu, as well as a large-scale R&D and production base in Dalian.

For more information, please visit ir.cbak.com.cn.

Safe Harbor Statement

This press release contains “forward-looking statements” that involve substantial risks and uncertainties. All statements other than statements of historical facts contained in this press release, including statements regarding our future results of operations and financial position, strategy and plans, and our expectations for future operations, are forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. We have attempted to identify forward-looking statements by terminology including “anticipates,” “believes,” “can,” “continue,” “could,” “estimates,” “expects,” “intends,” “may,” “plans,” “potential,” “predicts,” “should,” or “will” or the negative of these terms or other comparable terminology. Our actual results may differ materially or perhaps significantly from those discussed herein, or implied by, these forward-looking statements.

Any forward-looking statements contained in this press release are only estimates or predictions of future events based on information currently available to our management and management’s current beliefs about the potential outcome of future events. Whether these future events will occur as management anticipates, whether we will achieve our business objectives, and whether our revenues, operating results, or financial condition will improve in future periods are subject to numerous risks. There are a significant number of factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from statements made in this press release, including: significant legal and operational risks associated with having substantially all of our business operations in China, that the Chinese government may exercise significant oversight and discretion over the conduct of our business and may intervene in or influence our operations at any time, which could result in a material change in our operations and/or the value of our securities or could significantly limit or completely hinder our ability to offer or continue to offer securities to investors and could cause the value of such securities to significantly decline or be worthless, the effects of the global Covid-19 pandemic or other health epidemics, changes in domestic and foreign laws, regulations and taxes, the volatility of the securities markets; and other risks including, but not limited to, the ability of the Company to meet its contractual obligations, the uncertain markets for the Company’s products and business, macroeconomic, technological, regulatory, or other factors affecting the profitability of our products and solutions that we discussed or referred to in the Company’s disclosure documents filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) available on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov, including the Company’s most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K as well as in our other reports filed or furnished from time to time with the SEC. You should read these factors and the other cautionary statements made in this press release. If one or more of these factors materialize, or if any underlying assumptions prove incorrect, our actual results, performance or achievements may vary materially from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements included in this press release are made as of the date of this press release and the Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, other than as required by applicable law.

For further inquiries, please contact:

In China:

CBAK Energy Technology, Inc.
Investor Relations Department
Phone: +86-18675423231
Email: ir@cbak.com.cn

CBAK Energy Technology, Inc. and Subsidiaries

Condensed consolidated Balance Sheets

As of December 31, 2023 and September 30, 2024

(Unaudited)

(In US$ except for number of shares)

December 31,
2023

September 30,
2024

(Unaudited)

   Assets

   Current assets

Cash and cash equivalents

$

4,643,267

$

10,448,362

Pledged deposits

54,179,549

37,415,946

Short-term deposits

–

13,788,170

Trade and bills receivable, net

28,653,047

34,910,784

Inventories

33,413,422

23,938,925

Prepayments and other receivables

7,459,254

9,950,350

Receivables from a former subsidiary, net

74,946

7,580

Total current assets

128,423,485

130,460,117

Property, plant and equipment, net

91,628,832

89,365,457

Construction in progress

37,797,862

38,993,618

Long-term investments, net

2,565,005

2,336,537

Prepaid land use rights

11,712,704

11,601,078

Intangible assets, net

841,360

507,113

Deposit paid for acquisition of long-term investments

7,101,492

16,500,192

Operating lease right-of-use assets, net

1,084,520

3,713,242

Total assets

$

281,155,260

$

293,477,354

Liabilities

Current liabilities

Trade and bills payable

$

82,429,575

$

89,773,942

Short-term bank borrowings

32,587,676

25,708,098

Other short-term loans

339,552

337,147

Accrued expenses and other payables

41,992,540

35,144,908

Payables to a former subsidiary, net

411,111

407,560

Deferred government grants, current

375,375

499,861

Product warranty provisions

23,870

17,099

Operating lease liability, current

691,992

1,527,829

Finance lease liability, current

1,643,864

762,694

Income tax payable

–

343,856

Total current liabilities

160,495,555

154,522,994

Deferred government grants, non-current

6,203,488

5,778,875

Product warranty provisions

522,574

410,350

Operating lease liability, non-current

475,302

2,683,772

Total liabilities

167,696,919

163,395,991

Commitments and contingencies

Shareholders’ equity

Common stock $0.001 par value; 500,000,000 authorized; 90,063,396
    issued and 89,919,190 outstanding as of December 31, 2023 and
    90,083,396 issued and 89,919,190 outstanding as of September 30,
    2024

90,063

 

 

90,083

Donated shares

14,101,689

14,101,689

Additional paid-in capital

247,465,817

247,732,612

Statutory reserves

1,230,511

1,230,511

Accumulated deficit

(134,395,762)

(118,096,203)

Accumulated other comprehensive loss

(11,601,403)

(10,127,774)

116,890,915

134,930,918

Less: Treasury shares

(4,066,610)

(4,066,610)

Total shareholders’ equity

112,824,305

130,864,308

Non-controlling interests

634,036

(782,945)

Total equity

113,458,341

130,081,363

Total liabilities and shareholder’s equity

$

281,155,260

$

293,477,354

 

  

CBAK Energy Technology, Inc. and Subsidiaries

Condensed consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Income (Loss)

For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023 and 2024

(Unaudited)

(In US$ except for number of shares)

Three months ended
September 30,

Nine months ended
September 30,

2023

2024

2023

2024

Net revenues

$

63,441,109

$

44,628,241

$

148,258,680

$

151,243,718

Cost of revenues

(51,192,531)

(37,673,684)

(129,219,716)

(112,780,088)

Gross profit

12,248,578

6,954,557

19,038,964

38,463,630

Operating expenses:

Research and development expenses

(2,577,714)

(3,434,351)

(8,013,760)

(9,205,378)

Sales and marketing expenses

(1,116,377)

(1,022,549)

(2,800,969)

(4,114,954)

General and administrative expenses

(3,240,770)

(2,779,519)

(9,302,798)

(10,002,040)

(Provision for) recovery of doubtful
    accounts

(24,623)

(546,011)

(286,283)

241,332

Total operating expenses

(6,959,484)

(7,782,430)

(20,403,810)

(23,081,040)

Operating income (loss)

5,289,094

(827,873)

(1,364,846)

15,382,590

Finance (expense) income, net

(447,031)

(40,350)

(189,248)

658,034

Other income, net

601,654

521,916

1,022,907

1,031,329

Gain on disposal of equity investee

–

55

–

26,967

Change in fair value of warrants

15,000

–

136,000

–

Income (loss) before income tax

5,458,717

(346,252)

(395,187)

17,098,920

Income tax credit (expenses)

305,431

(339,287)

1,015,626

(2,188,800)

Net income (loss)

5,764,148

(685,539)

620,439

14,910,120

Less: Net loss attributable to non-
    controlling interest

570,644

703,186

1,699,008

1,389,439

Net income (loss) attributable to CBAK
    Energy Technology, Inc.

$

6,334,792

$

17,647

$

2,319,447

$

16,299,559

Net income (loss)

5,764,148

(685,539)

620,439

14,910,120

Other comprehensive loss

     – Foreign currency translation adjustment

(515,279)

4,181,904

(6,405,609)

1,446,087

Comprehensive (loss) income

5,248,869

3,496,365

(5,785,170)

16,356,207

Less: Comprehensive (loss) income
    attributable to non-controlling interest

553,874

719,587

1,927,515

1,416,981

Comprehensive (loss) income attributable
    to CBAK Energy Technology, Inc.

$

5,802,743

$

4,215,952

$

(3,857,655)

$

17,773,188

Income (loss) per share

     – Basic

$

0.07

$

0.00

$

0.03

$

0.18

     – Diluted

$

0.07

$

0.00

$

0.03

$

0.18

Weighted average number of shares of
    common stock:

     – Basic

89,473,026

89,931,617

89,171,988

89,929,477

     – Diluted

89,904,319

90,229,849

89,582,401

90,267,431

 

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TELUS transforms legacy telecommunications site into 195 new homes for Nanaimo

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Across Canada, demand for rental housing continues to outpace supply. TELUS Living is helping address this challenge by transforming existing TELUS properties into smart, sustainable homes in communities where new housing is needed most.

NANAIMO, BC, July 23, 2026 /CNW/ — TELUS Living today opened a new 195-home purpose-built rental community in downtown Nanaimo, transforming a former telecommunications property into smart, sustainable housing that helps address one of Canada’s most pressing challenges: increasing rental supply in growing communities. Located at 235 Wallace St, the multi-storey, mixed-use build features 195 purpose-built rental units, providing much-needed housing supply to downtown Nanaimo, while thoughtfully honouring the city’s unique coastal identity and heritage.

The Nanaimo development is part of TELUS’ long-term strategy to repurpose legacy telecommunications infrastructure into purpose-built rental housing as the company modernizes its network and completes the transition from copper to PureFibre technology. The Nanaimo community joins TELUS Living’s growing portfolio of developments that are transforming underutilized TELUS properties into housing across Canada.

“The Nanaimo development represents exactly what TELUS Living stands for by providing purpose-built rental housing tailored to the specific needs of the community it serves. We’ve designed 235 Wallace St with Nanaimo’s unique character in mind, offering a curated lifestyle that blends a climate-conscious, Zero Carbon Design approach with top-tier wellness and smart-tech amenities,” said Manasweeta Bhatia, Vice President of Corporate Real Estate at TELUS. “We shape every TELUS Living project by listening to the community, understanding its unique identity and design needs, and building accordingly. Its central downtown location and proximity to both Vancouver Island University and Nanaimo Regional General Hospital also position it as an ideal home for students, educators, and healthcare workers seeking modern, connected living.”

“More housing and good jobs are a win-win for downtown Nanaimo,” said Sheila Malcolmson, MLA for Nanaimo-Gabriola Island. “Adding to the approximately 1,500 affordable homes our B.C. government has completed and underway in Nanaimo, it’s great to see TELUS stepping up with 195 new units. It’s been great to see hundreds of construction and indirect jobs in town, and I can’t wait to see folks move into their new homes.”

“I’m thrilled to see a new rental option in downtown Nanaimo, and especially excited that this conversion was made with sustainability and active transportation in mind,” said George Anderson, MLA for Nanaimo-Lantzville. “Ensuring everyone can find homes they can afford in the communities they love requires creative approaches, and I hope to see more creativity like this in the future.”

“I’m delighted to celebrate the opening of TELUS Living Nanaimo, a landmark project that strengthens our downtown as a vibrant, inclusive place to live,” said Leonard Krog, Mayor of Nanaimo. “This partnership between the City of Nanaimo, our community, and TELUS demonstrates what’s possible when we work together toward shared goals. The addition of nearly 200 diverse housing options is exactly what our city needs, and we’re excited about the positive impact this will have on our community. TELUS’ commitment to our city and investment in our future will contribute to Nanaimo’s economic and social vitality.”

Situated within walking distance of downtown’s vibrant cafes, eclectic Old City Quarter, the iconic Harbourfront Walkway, and a short transit ride from Vancouver Island University and Nanaimo Regional General Hospital, the development is architecturally designed to blend classic and contemporary exterior elements. Curated for modern living, the community offers an expansive suite of indoor and outdoor social amenities alongside street-level retail and public art contributions.

Project Highlights:

Smart-Enabled Living: Powered by the TELUS PureFibre network, the custom TELUS Living App provides keyless entry, smart climate control, leak detection, parcel notifications, visitor management, and amenity bookings.Social & Wellness Amenities: Features a rooftop deck with an outdoor kitchen, BBQs, and panoramic views, alongside a state-of-the-art fitness centre and resident lounge.Pet & Active Lifestyle Ready: Equipped with a dedicated children’s outdoor play area, outdoor bark park and pet care station, secure underground parking, bike storage and maintenance facilities.Premium Functional Interiors: Studio to three-bedroom layouts include private balconies, individual A/C with Energy Recovery Ventilators (ERVs) for optimal air quality, Samsung SmartThings appliances, and in-suite laundry.Gold-Standard Sustainability: Sets a Vancouver Island benchmark aligned with Zero Carbon Design standards and Salmon-Safe development guidelines that actively protects local ecosystems.

This opening marks a significant milestone in TELUS Living’s mission to transform existing real estate holdings into purpose-built rentals that bridge the housing gap with smart, sustainable, and community-focused developments. As TELUS completes its transition from legacy copper to advanced fibre networks, the company is transforming its historic central offices–which once served as the backbone of B.C.’s phone system–into vibrant, smart, purpose-built rental communities. TELUS Living is breathing new life into these properties to help address Canada’s housing crisis. For more details on TELUS Living Nanaimo or to view available floor plans, please visit telusliving.com/nanaimo.

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 17 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.

For more information, please contact:
Brandi Rees
TELUS Public Relations
brandi.rees@telus.com 

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Award-Winning Author Euran Daniels to Deliver Opening Keynote at International Nevus Outreach Conference, Unveiling New $100,000 Global Initiative to Advance CMN Research and Awareness

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ORLANDO, Fla., July 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Award-winning author, entrepreneur, and Congenital Melanocytic Nevus (CMN) advocate Euran S. Daniels will deliver the opening keynote address at the 2026 Nevus Outreach International Conference on Sunday, July 26, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at the Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld®.

Launching the conference under this year’s theme, “Amplify,” Daniels will share his personal journey of living with CMN for more than 50 years and challenge attendees to transform awareness into meaningful action through hope, advocacy, and research.

During his keynote, Daniels will unveil a new global initiative aimed at expanding awareness and inspiring greater support for CMN research. The initiative will encourage individuals, healthcare organizations, corporations, and philanthropists to join a collaborative effort to improve the lives of those affected by this rare skin condition.

“For more than fifty years, I’ve lived with a visible mark that became my purpose,” said Daniels. “My hope is that every person leaves this conference believing they can make a difference by amplifying hope, supporting research, and leaving a positive impact on the lives of others.”

CMN is a rare skin condition present at birth that, in its larger forms, affects approximately 1 in every 20,000 births. Individuals living with CMN may face complex medical challenges, including an increased risk of melanoma, multiple surgeries, and the emotional impact of living with a visible difference.

Daniels’ keynote will focus on three powerful messages: You’re Not Alone. Live Your Life. Leave Your Mark.Through his story of resilience and leadership, he hopes to inspire families, advocates, researchers, and community leaders to work together to create greater awareness and opportunity for those living with CMN.

Media are invited to attend the keynote address to learn more about this initiative. 

For more information, visit www.EuranDaniels.com or to support CMN research, visit www.nevus.org/joineuran.

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Media Relations – Fanisha Love (910) 262-3439
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Immigration Desk Shares Guidance for Entrepreneurs and Foreign Businesses Planning US Expansion in 2026

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NEWTON, Mass., July 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Immigration Desk is highlighting key immigration considerations for entrepreneurs, investors, and foreign-owned companies looking to establish or expand a presence in the United States, as interest in cross-border growth continues alongside evolving visa procedures and compliance expectations. The firm noted that many business owners plan with a general goal of opening a US office,  only to be met by a system that favors careful planning and documentation. 

Immigration planning often intersects with business planning, with company structure, ownership percentage, funding sources, job roles, and operational timelines influencing the pathways available and evidence required. A viable business plan alone often isn’t enough, and applicants must also meet specific legal definitions tied to visa categories. Those definitions, however, can differ significantly depending on the route pursued.

“Business immigration is not a single form or a single standard,” said Anu Gupta, attorney at Immigration Desk. “Entrepreneurs and foreign businesses often come to the process thinking in terms of growth goals like opening a location, hiring, and launching a product. However, the immigration system asks for detailed proof of role, eligibility, and structure. Planning early helps align those two realities and avoids last-minute surprises.”

Immigration Desk notes that entrepreneurs and foreign businesses typically evaluate options based on the nature of the US activity and the individual’s role. For some, the relevant question is whether a company can transfer an executive, manager, or specialized employee to a US office under an intracompany framework, particularly when the business can document a qualifying relationship between entities.

For others, the analysis may focus on investment-based categories where the applicant is actively directing and developing a US enterprise. In still other cases, founders may explore categories that emphasize extraordinary ability, research-based work, or employer sponsorship, depending on the individual’s background and the company’s needs.

L-1 and E-2 Visas: Pathways for Multinational Companies and Investors

For companies evaluating intracompany transfers, the L-1 visa provides a structured pathway for multinational businesses to bring executives, managers, or employees with specialized knowledge to a U.S. office — including newly established entities. Immigration Desk notes that L-1 cases require careful documentation of the qualifying relationship between the foreign and U.S. companies, as well as a clear demonstration of the applicant’s role and seniority. For new U.S. offices in particular, USCIS applies additional scrutiny to whether the operation is sufficiently established to support the position being petitioned.

The E-2 treaty investor visa offers a separate route for entrepreneurs from qualifying treaty countries who are making a substantial investment in and actively directing a U.S. enterprise. While the E-2 does not require a minimum investment threshold, Immigration Desk emphasizes that the investment must be proportional to the nature of the business and at risk in a commercial sense — factors that require careful structuring and documentation from the outset. Unlike some other business visa categories, the E-2 does not provide a direct path to permanent residency, which means founders relying on it should also plan for long-term status options early in the process.

The firm also points to a recurring challenge for growth-stage companies: staffing. Employer-sponsored visas can involve strict timing, evolving agency practices, and in some categories, annual numerical limits. In recent years, many employers have sought clarity on how to plan around the H-1B cap and lottery cycle, particularly when hiring needs don’t align neatly with government filing windows.

While the H-1B category remains widely used for specialized professional roles, Immigration Desk emphasizes that businesses should treat it as one part of a broader hiring and compliance plan rather than a single solution, especially when role definitions, worksite compliance, and documentation requirements are central to adjudication.

“People often focus on the name of a visa category, but the practical work is in the documentation and the operational reality behind the petition,” Gupta added. “For businesses, that means understanding what the government expects in terms of job duties, business activity, and the evidence that supports eligibility. For entrepreneurs, it can mean clarifying ownership, funding, and what day-to-day leadership looks like in a way that is consistent and well documented.”

Immigration Desk also notes that immigration planning frequently involves risk management. Businesses may need to consider how quickly a US operation must become functional, what happens if timelines shift, and how to maintain continuity if a petition is delayed or requires additional review. For founders, the concerns often include whether a pathway supports both business operations and personal stability, including travel, family planning, and long-term status options.

The firm cautions that immigration outcomes depend on individualized facts and that what works for one company may not apply to another. However, the most consistent problems, like incomplete timelines, inconsistent documentation, unclear roles, and last-minute filings, are completely avoidable. In response to those issues, Immigration Desk encourages business owners to approach US immigration as a phased process that begins with strategy and thorough preparation, with an operational plan for compliance after arrival.

For more information, please refer to the company’s website.

Immigration Desk
704 Walnut Street Newton, MA 02459
1-800-688-7892
https://immigrationdesk.com/
clients@ImmigrationDesk.com 

At Immigration Desk, attorney Anu Gupta and her team have helped thousands of entrepreneurs, investors, and multinational companies navigate complex immigration matters. With more than 40 years of combined experience and over 10,000 immigration cases handled, the firm has developed a reputation for careful preparation and strategic case planning. Whether you are a startup founder, a multinational executive, or an investor seeking to establish a presence in the United States, Immigration Desk can help you determine the most effective immigration strategy for your situation.

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