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Parts Town Unlimited Strengthens Home Division with Strategic Leadership Expansion

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2 years ago

December 19, 2024

Mark Bickenbach has been hired as Group President of Parts Town Home and Chris Dennison has been hired as Chief Operations Officer of Parts Town Home.

ADDISON, Ill., Dec. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Parts Town Unlimited, the parent company of Encompass Supply Chain Solutions, a leader in the high-tech distribution of business-to-business OEM residential appliance parts and accessories, as well as business-to-consumer brands including PartSelect.com, eReplacementparts.com, Fix.com, GenuineReplacementParts.com and EasyApplianceParts.com, today announced the expansion of its Home division leadership team to drive accelerated growth and innovation. As part of this expansion, Mark Bickenbach has been hired as Group President of Parts Town Home and Chris Dennison has been hired as Chief Operations Officer of Parts Town Home. This adds to an already experienced, proven team, including Robert Coolidge, who has led the Encompass business for over 15 years.

Bickenbach joins Parts Town Home after holding leadership roles with several industry-leading e-commerce and retail organizations. His leadership of omnichannel initiatives ensured a seamless customer experience across all platforms. Bickenbach’s deep understanding of the residential space will support the expansion of Parts Town Home’s high-tech solutions and value proposition. As a strategic leader focused on growth, Bickenbach will play a crucial role in aligning the Parts Town Home division with the company’s broader vision for expansion.

Dennison brings a wealth of experience to Parts Town Home after previously leading supply chain functions, distribution and fulfillment, and inventory management across several companies. He will lead distribution center operations, optimize the supply chain, spearhead automation initiatives, and oversee the Parts Town Home division’s operational growth goals. Dennison will play a pivotal role in leveraging new technologies, including the implementation of a future-ready network and advanced distribution technologies.

“We are thrilled to welcome Mark and Chris to the Parts Town Home team,” said Steve Snower, Sixth Man (aka CEO), Parts Town Unlimited. “Their extensive experience and passion for innovation will drive our growth in the Home space. With their leadership, plus our existing, accomplished team, we are confident that we will meet our ambitious growth goals and enhance our value proposition in the marketplace. In doing so, we will be able to bring exceptional products and services to customers in a faster, smarter way.”

With the strategic addition of Bickenbach and Dennison, Parts Town Unlimited positions itself for significant growth in the distribution of home appliance parts, consumer electronic parts, HVAC parts, outdoor power equipment parts, and other critical replacement parts used in the home. Their skills in areas such as supply chain optimization, e-commerce, and high-tech product development will be instrumental in realizing Parts Town’s vision for supporting residential appliance and equipment needs and continuing to deliver exceptional value to its customers and stakeholders.

About Encompass Supply Chain Solutions

Formed in 1953, Encompass Supply Chain Solutions is one of the country’s largest suppliers of repair parts and accessories for products throughout the home. Encompass also offers complete parts supply chain management, 3PL, depot repair and reverse logistics services. In addition to consumers, Encompass supports an array of B2B customers, including manufacturers, multi-family property managers, warranty providers, service networks, independent dealers and retailers.

In 2022, Encompass was acquired by Parts Town Unlimited, the global market leader in foodservice equipment parts distribution, to expand its residential parts division.

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About Parts Town Unlimited

Parts Town Unlimited is the parent company of over 45 unique brands worldwide which collectively serve as a global leader in the high-tech distribution of genuine original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts for foodservice equipment, residential appliances, HVAC equipment and consumer electronics, as well as related products. Parts Town Unlimited is constantly working to create user-friendly parts identification tools, expand its high-tech distribution capabilities and foster forward-thinking innovations.

Guided by its core values of Safety, Integrity, Community, Passion, Courage, and Innovation, Parts Town Unlimited delivers infinite possibilities, unlimited potential, and boundless innovation with a focus on people and long-term partnerships. The company was recently recognized by Inc. 5000 as one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S. for the 16th consecutive year.

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GIGABYTE Unveils Amazon Prime Big Deal Days Offers with Savings Up to $130

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48 minutes ago

October 6, 2026

CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif., Oct. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — GIGABYTE Technology, a global leader in PC hardware, today announced its Amazon Prime Big Deal Days promotions, available exclusively to Prime members for 48 hours only, from October 6 through October 7, 2026. As the fall gaming season kicks off, the event lowers the entry barrier for next-generation PC building—putting 240Hz esports displays within reach from just $79.99 and delivering savings of up to $130 on Wi-Fi 7 and PCIe 5.0-ready motherboards on Amazon.

Empower Your Build: Next-Gen AMD Platforms Built for Every Gamer

As Wi-Fi 7 routers and PCIe 5.0 graphics cards and SSDs move into the mainstream, GIGABYTE is making the platforms built for them accessible across every budget segment. Headlining the promotion is the X870 AORUS ELITE WIFI7, which democratizes multi-gigabit Wi-Fi 7 speeds and PCIe 5.0 graphics readiness for high-demand gaming at a promotional price of $209.99. For mainstream builders transitioning to the latest AMD Ryzen processors without overspending, the B850 EAGLE WIFI6E delivers essential next-gen connectivity and thermal efficiency for just $149.99. Meanwhile, gamers building a clean white rig around a Ryzen X3D processor can secure the X870E AORUS ELITE X3D ICE at $259.99. Its X3D Turbo Mode 2.0 tunes X3D chips in real time for extra gaming performance, and at $130 off, it carries the event’s largest single discount.

Smooth Esports Visuals Starting Under $80

Alongside platform upgrades, GIGABYTE is bringing 240Hz refresh rates—long the benchmark for competitive play—down to entry-level price points. Budget-conscious esports players and students can minimize motion blur and screen tearing with the 24.5-inch GS25F2A, a 240Hz, 1ms FHD monitor available for an ultra-accessible $79.99. For FPS competitors who want the same 240Hz speed on a height-adjustable ergonomic stand, the G25F2A drops to $89.99, making high-FPS dual-monitor configurations exceptionally cost-effective for modern gaming rooms.

Promotional Pricing Summary

All featured motherboards and gaming monitors eligible for Prime Big Deal Days savings on October 6–7, 2026, are detailed below:

Model

Features

Promo Price

X870 AORUS ELITE WIFI7

Next-gen AMD platform with Wi-Fi 7 & PCIe 5.0

$209.99

X870E AORUS ELITE X3D ICE

White AMD X870E board with X3D Turbo Mode 2.0 & Wi-Fi 7

$259.99

X870E AORUS PRO ICE

Premium all-white AMD X870E enthusiast platform

$279.99

B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE

Sleek white B850 platform with Wi-Fi 7 speeds

$169.99

B850 EAGLE WIFI6E

Mainstream ATX platform featuring Wi-Fi 6E & PCIe 5.0

$149.99

B850M EAGLE WIFI6E

Compact Micro-ATX build with Wi-Fi 6E

$139.99

B550 GAMING X V2

Budget-friendly AM4 classic for entry gaming rigs

$84.99

Z790 AORUS ELITE AX

Intel Z790 DDR5 board with Wi-Fi 6E for 12th–14th Gen Core

$169.99

G25F2A

25″ 240Hz high-FPS competitive esports monitor

$89.99

GS25F2A

25″ 240Hz gaming display under $80

$79.99

GS27F2

27″ 240Hz FHD gaming display

$99.99

About GIGABYTE

GIGABYTE is a developer, manufacturer, and distributor of high-performance hardware solutions. From award-winning monitors and graphics cards to advanced data center infrastructure, GIGABYTE remains committed to its mission of “Upgrade Your Life” through innovative technology and exceptional build quality.

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QuickLogic Announces Inducement Grant Under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4)

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48 minutes ago

October 6, 2026

SAN JOSE, Calif., Oct. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — QuickLogic Corporation (NASDAQ: QUIK) (“QuickLogic” or the “Company”), a developer of embedded FPGA (eFPGA) Hard IP, Strategic Radiation Hardened and Antifuse FPGAs and ruggedized programmable logic solutions, today announced that the Compensation Committee of its Board of Directors granted restricted stock unit awards for 51,502 shares of the Company’s common stock (the “New-Hire RSUs”) to James Sullivan, the Company’s new Senior Vice President of Finance and Chief Financial Officer. The award was previously announced on September 21, 2026 and granted by the Compensation Committee on October 5, 2026, as an inducement material to his entering into employment with the Company, pursuant to Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4).

The New-Hire RSUs will be granted outside of the Company’s 2019 Equity Incentive Plan and will vest over a three-year period, with 1/3rd vesting on October 5, 2027 and 1/6th vesting each six months thereafter, subject to Mr. Sullivan’s continued employment with the Company.

About QuickLogic
QuickLogic Corporation is a fabless semiconductor company specializing in eFPGA Hard IP, Strategic Radiation Hardened and Antifuse FPGAs and ruggedized programmable logic solutions. QuickLogic’s unique approach combines cutting-edge technology with open-source tools to deliver highly customizable, low-power solutions for aerospace and defense, industrial, computing, and consumer markets. For more information, visit www.quicklogic.com.

QuickLogic and logo are registered trademarks of QuickLogic. All other trademarks are the property of their respective holders and should be treated as such.

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MIT Technology Review Unveils 2026 List of 10 Climate Tech Companies to Watch

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48 minutes ago

October 6, 2026

The annual list highlights businesses developing innovative solutions to positively impact climate change.

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Oct. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — MIT Technology Review released its annual list of 10 Climate Tech Companies to Watch for 2026 today. The list reveals the early-stage startups and multinational corporations developing cutting-edge solutions to lower emissions, address major climate concerns, and protect our planet.

MIT Technology Review’s award-winning newsroom used their advanced knowledge and resources to develop a robust list of 10 global businesses that are reinventing how we create energy, manufacture products, address climate risks, and develop cleaner transportation.

Drawing on feedback from researchers, investors, analysts and academics, the team vetted dozens of companies to confirm their success in driving innovations that tackle the most urgent climate issues. Following months of deliberation, they selected 10 notable businesses that they believe have the best chance at addressing these threats.

The online-exclusive list is now live at www.technologyreview.com/climatetech2026, and features in-depth profiles on how each company is making meaningful strides across energy storage, nuclear power, transportation, and more.

The honorees represent a wide range of industries, from clean energy and nuclear fission to flood barriers and electric vehicles. This year’s list includes Energy Dome and their energy storage systems on the grid, WeLion’s semi-solid-state batteries for EVs, and WaveSave’s portable rubber dam.

To read every honoree profile from the 10 Climate Tech Companies to Watch list, become an MIT Technology Review subscriber today at www.technologyreview.com/subscribe.

Members of the press may obtain additional information and access by emailing press@technologyreview.com.

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