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eMerge Americas Announces 2025 Healthtech Innovation Hub Presented by Jackson Health System and UHealth, Welcoming New Strategic Partners

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MIAMI, Dec. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — eMerge Americas, the premier global technology conference and expo shaping the future of tech, is thrilled to unveil next year’s Healthtech Innovation Hub, presented by Jackson Health System and UHealth – University of Miami Health System. The pavilion at eMerge Americas 2025 will showcase the latest advancements in health technology, with cutting-edge discussions and demonstrations from some of the industry’s most influential leaders, on March 27-28, 2025 at the Miami Beach Convention Center.

This year’s Healthtech Innovation Hub will feature expanded programming, with the Milken Institute and BioFlorida joining as strategic partners to enhance the lineup of expert-led panels, workshops, and demonstrations. Topics to be explored include agetech, precision medicine and personalized care, generative AI in healthcare, virtual healthcare assistants, digital twins, data breach prevention, preventative healthcare, and longevity. Together, these programming partners will provide attendees with in-depth insights into the most pressing issues and innovations within the healthcare industry.

“As one of our most dynamic sectors, healthtech is driving remarkable transformations in the way we approach patient care, diagnostics, and preventative health,” said Melissa Medina, Co-founder + CEO of eMerge Americas. “We’re honored to welcome back Jackson Health System and UHealth as presenting sponsors and are thrilled to collaborate with the Milken Institute and BioFlorida to feature additional innovative programming in 2025. Our Healthtech Innovation Hub is designed to connect Florida’s thriving health ecosystem with global thought leaders, fostering innovation at every level.”

Carlos A. Migoya, president and CEO of Jackson Health System, added, “Technology and healthcare intersect powerfully in Miami, positioning the city at the forefront of innovation. We’re proud of the synergy between eMerge Americas, Jackson Health System, and UHealth as we work together to improve healthcare delivery, attract global talent, and drive cutting-edge research.”

“We look forward to showcasing the use of technology that is advancing care for patients in South Florida,” said Dipen J. Parekh, M.D., chief operating officer of UHealth and founding director of the Desai Sethi Urology Institute. “eMerge Americas creates an exciting platform to demonstrate how UHealth collaborates with Jackson Health System to pioneer innovative research that transforms clinical care and teaches the next generation of physicians to carry on that mission.”

Florida’s Expanding Healthtech Landscape

Florida’s vibrant health industry is home to over 20 health systems and a high concentration of healthtech startups that led South Florida’s funding rounds in 2023. More than 2,300 biotech, pharmaceutical, and medical research companies operate across the state, solidifying Florida’s position as a national leader in health innovation. With the second-largest medical device manufacturing industry, the second-largest pharmaceuticals manufacturing industry, and the fourth-largest biotech R&D industry, Florida’s life sciences sector is rapidly expanding. Additionally, Florida ranks third for its concentration of healthcare providers, making it an ideal environment for collaboration and research in life sciences and medical technology. In 2023 alone, Florida universities invested $1.5 billion in life science R&D.

An Immersive Experience in Healthtech

The Healthtech Innovation Hub at eMerge Americas 2025 is designed to immerse attendees in an interactive space where they can engage with breakthrough technologies, from digital twins to personalized healthcare solutions and advancements in generative AI. The Hub will connect health systems, healthtech companies, investors, and thought leaders to foster collaboration and drive transformative advancements in the sector. Attendees will have the chance to engage with industry-leading experts, explore hands-on demonstrations, and gain insights into the future of healthcare technology.

About eMerge Americas
eMerge Americas is the premier global tech event held annually in Miami, shaping the future of tech and innovation. The eMerge signature event, launched in 2014, attracts over 20,000 attendees from 60 countries and over 4,300 unique participating organizations. In addition to the annual conference, eMerge organizes and hosts year-round executive summits, a startup accelerator program, startup pitch competitions, community events, masterclasses, and webinars, and publishes venture activity and investment insights reports. For the last decade, eMerge has served as a global catalyst for innovation and investment, working at the forefront of building the South Florida entrepreneurial and tech ecosystem.

About Jackson Health System

Jackson Health System is one of the nation’s largest and most respected public healthcare networks. The system is anchored by Jackson Memorial Hospital, a non-profit, tertiary care hospital that is home to Ryder Trauma Center and the Miami Transplant Institute. The system also include three community hospitals, Jackson North Medical Center, Jackson South Medical Center, and Jackson West Medical Center; Holtz Children’s Hospital and The Women’s Hospital at Jackson Memorial, Christine E. Lynn Rehabilitation Center for The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis at UHealth/Jackson Memorial, and Jackson Behavioral Health Hospital; multiple primary care and specialty care centers; a network of UHealth Jackson Urgent Care centers; two long-term care nursing facilities; a network of mental health facilities; and Corrections Health Services clinics. Jackson is home to one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs, where the doctors of tomorrow train alongside physicians in nearly every medical specialty. Governed by the Public Health Trust, a dedicated team of citizen volunteers acting on behalf of the Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners, Jackson Health System is dedicated to building the health of the community by providing a single, high standard of quality care for the residents of Miami-Dade County.

About UHealth – University of Miami Health System

UHealth – University of Miami Health System delivers leading-edge patient care by top-ranked physicians who treat some of the most complex cases. Powered by the Miller School of Medicine’s ground-breaking research and medical education, UHealth is the region’s only academic-based health care system. With a comprehensive network of nearly 40 outpatient facilities, its flagship hospital in the heart of Miami’s Health District, and more than 1,800 providers across South Florida, UHealth is a vital component of the community that is leading the next generation of health care. UHealth is home to Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, the No. 1 ranked eye hospital in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, the region’s only NCI-designated cancer center, Desai Sethi Urology Institute, dedicated to urologic research and discovery, and a neurology and neurosurgery program ranked in the top 25 in the nation. These programs along with 100 other specialties make UHealth a trusted destination for compassionate, research-based care.

 

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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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