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Pixelworks Reports Second Quarter 2024 Financial Results
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PORTLAND, Ore., Aug. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Pixelworks, Inc. (NASDAQ: PXLW), a leading provider of innovative video and display processing solutions, today announced financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2024.
Second Quarter and Recent Highlights
OPPO affiliate, OnePlus, launched the OnePlus Ace 3 Pro smartphone, incorporating Pixelworks’ X7 Gen 2 visual processor featuring AI-based distributed computing architecture and enhanced rendering capabilityAnnounced collaboration with Tencent’s TiMi Studio group and the integration of Pixelworks’ IRX rendering acceleration technology in the Honor of Kings mobile gameCollaborated with Seasun Games to optimize visual processing and bring detailed 120fps display effects to JX3 Ultimate Mobile, making it the latest mobile game to leverage IRX certified rendering accelerationImplemented reduction in workforce to better align operating expense with near-term revenue levels, anticipated to contribute approximately $4.0 million of annualized savings beginning in the third quarter
“Second quarter revenue was at the midpoint guidance and largely reflected the expected headwinds in our mobile business, primarily related to the inventory correction at a large mobile OEM customer,” stated Todd DeBonis, President and CEO of Pixelworks. “In response and to better align expenses with near-term revenue levels, we implemented cost reduction actions during the quarter, which are anticipated to result in $4 million of annualized cost saving beginning in the third quarter of 2024.
“During the quarter, we made continued progress on the expansion of our IRX gaming ecosystem. Our recent announced collaborations with Tencent on Honor of Kings and Seasun Games on JX3 Ultimate Mobile represent the latest additions to the growing list of IRX certified mobile games. Coupled with one of Pixelworks’ X-series of visual processors, our IRX rendering accelerator technology enables PC-quality visual performance on a smartphone without generating excessive heat or battery consumption. Growing this ecosystem remains a fundamental element of our multi-pronged mobile strategy to drive broader adoption of our mobile visual processors, and we currently engaged with multiple top gaming studios to release several additional high-profile IRX mobile games later this year.
“Looking ahead, we are confronting the recent challenges head-on while remaining focused on strategic and operational execution across all areas of the business. We are well positioned today for renewed growth in mobile, as we increasingly target an expanded served market for mid to lower tier smartphones. Additionally, the size and influence of our IRX gaming ecosystem continues to grow and will soon be further supported by the introduction of our next-generation mobile visual processor. Together with stable performance of our home and enterprise business, we expect to deliver sequential revenue growth in the third quarter as we continue to target improved operational results over the intermediate-term.”
Second Quarter 2024 Financial Results
Revenue in the second quarter of 2024 was $8.5 million, compared to $16.1 million in the first quarter of 2024 and $13.6 million in the second quarter of 2023. The sequential and year-over-year decline in revenue primarily reflected the anticipated near-term headwinds in the Company’s mobile business.
On a GAAP basis, gross profit margin in the second quarter of 2024 was 50.7%, compared to 50.5% in the first quarter of 2024 and 40.3% in the second quarter of 2023. Second quarter 2024 GAAP operating expenses were $15.1 million, compared to $13.6 million in the first quarter of 2024 and $12.0 million in the year-ago quarter.
On a non-GAAP basis, second quarter 2024 gross profit margin was 51.0%, compared to 50.7% in the first quarter of 2024 and 40.5% in the year-ago quarter. Second quarter 2024 non-GAAP operating expenses were $12.8 million, compared to $12.6 million in the first quarter of 2024 and $10.7 million in the year-ago quarter.
For the second quarter of 2024, the Company recorded a GAAP net loss of $10.1 million, or ($0.17) per share, compared to a GAAP net loss of $5.1 million, or ($0.09) per share, in the first quarter of 2024, and a GAAP net loss of $6.0 million, or ($0.11) per share, in the year-ago quarter. Note, the Company refers to “net loss attributable to Pixelworks, Inc.” as “net loss”.
For the second quarter of 2024, the Company recorded a non-GAAP net loss of $7.7 million, or ($0.13) per share, compared to a non-GAAP net loss of $4.0 million, or ($0.07) per share, in the first quarter of 2024, and a non-GAAP net loss of $4.8 million, or ($0.09) per share, in the second quarter of 2023.
Adjusted EBITDA in the second quarter of 2024 was a negative $7.0 million, compared to a negative $3.2 million in the first quarter of 2024 and a negative $4.0 million in the year-ago quarter.
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the second quarter of 2024 were $37.8 million, compared to $47.5 million as of the year ended December 31, 2023.
Business Outlook
The Company’s current business outlook, including guidance for the third quarter of 2024, will be discussed as part of the scheduled conference call.
Conference Call Information
Pixelworks will host a conference call today, August 7, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time. To join the conference call via phone, participants are required to complete the following registration form to receive a dial-in number and dedicated PIN for accessing the conference call. Additionally, a live and archived audio webcast of the conference call will be accessible via the investors section of Pixelworks’ website at www.pixelworks.com.
About Pixelworks, Inc.
Pixelworks provides industry-leading content creation, video delivery and display processing solutions and technology that enable highly authentic viewing experiences with superior visual quality, across all screens – from cinema to smartphone and beyond. The Company has a 20-year history of delivering image processing innovation to leading providers of consumer electronics, professional displays, and video streaming services. For more information, please visit the company’s web site at www.pixelworks.com.
Note: Pixelworks, MotionEngine, TrueCut Motion and the Pixelworks logo are trademarks of Pixelworks, Inc.
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
This earnings release makes reference to non-GAAP gross profit margins, non-GAAP operating expenses, non-GAAP net loss and non-GAAP net loss per share, which exclude stock-based compensation expense and restructuring expense which are both required under GAAP. The press release also makes reference to and reconciles GAAP net loss and adjusted EBITDA, which Pixelworks defines as GAAP net loss attributable to Pixelworks Inc. before interest income and other, net, income tax provision, depreciation and amortization, as well as the specific item listed above.
Pixelworks management uses these non-GAAP financial measures internally to understand, manage and evaluate the business and establish its operational goals, review its operations on a period-to-period basis, for compensation evaluations, to measure performance, and for budgeting and resource allocation. Pixelworks management believes it is useful for the Company and investors to review, as applicable, both GAAP information and non-GAAP financial measures to help assess the performance of Pixelworks’ continuing business and to evaluate Pixelworks’ future prospects. These non-GAAP measures, when reviewed together with the GAAP financial information, provide additional transparency and information for comparison and analysis of operating performance and trends. These non-GAAP measures exclude certain items to facilitate management’s review of the comparability of our core operating results on a period-to-period basis.
Because the Company’s non-GAAP financial measures are not calculated in accordance with GAAP, they may not necessarily be comparable to similarly titled measures employed by other companies. These non-GAAP financial measures should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for the comparable GAAP measures and should be read only in conjunction with the Company’s consolidated financial results as presented in accordance with GAAP. A reconciliation between GAAP and non-GAAP financial measures is included in this earnings release which is available in the investor relations section of the Pixelworks website.
Safe Harbor Statement
This release contains 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. These statements may be identified by use of terms such as “begin,” “continue,” “will,” “expect”, “believe,” “anticipate” and similar terms or the negative of such terms, and include, without limitation, statements about future collaborations with game studios, the expected growth of the IRX ecosystem, expected adoption rates for our mobile visual processors, expansion into mid- to low-tier smartphones, continued performance of our home and enterprise business, and expected cost savings. All statements other than statements of historical fact are forward-looking statements for purposes of this release, including any projections of revenue or other financial items or any statements regarding the plans and objectives of management for future operations. Such statements are based on management’s current expectations, estimates and projections about the Company’s business. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve numerous risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Actual results could vary materially from those contained in forward looking statements due to many factors, including, without limitation: the actual performance of the smartphone market throughout 2024; our ability to execute on our strategy; competitive factors, such as rival chip architectures, introduction or traction by competing designs, or pricing pressures; the success of our products in expanding markets; current global economic challenges; changes in the digital display and projection markets; seasonality in the consumer electronics market; our efforts to achieve profitability from operations; our limited financial resources; and our ability to attract and retain key personnel. More information regarding potential factors that could affect the Company’s financial results and could cause actual results to differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking statements is included from time to time in the Company’s Securities and Exchange Commission filings, including its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023, as well as subsequent SEC filings.
The forward-looking statements contained in this release are as of the date of this release, and the Company does not undertake any obligation to update any such statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
[Financial Tables Follow]
PIXELWORKS, INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(In thousands, except per share data)
(Unaudited)
Three Months Ended
Six Months Ended
June 30,
March 31,
June 30,
June 30,
June 30,
2024
2024
2023
2024
2023
Revenue, net
$ 8,535
$ 16,054
$ 13,605
$ 24,589
$ 23,571
Cost of revenue (1)
4,209
7,940
8,121
12,149
13,720
Gross profit
4,326
8,114
5,484
12,440
9,851
Operating expenses:
Research and development (2)
7,943
8,073
6,507
16,016
15,173
Selling, general and administrative (3)
5,722
5,534
5,468
11,256
11,540
Restructuring
1,403
—
—
1,403
—
Total operating expenses
15,068
13,607
11,975
28,675
26,713
Loss from operations
(10,742)
(5,493)
(6,491)
(16,235)
(16,862)
Interest income and other, net
327
434
473
761
1,144
Loss before income taxes
(10,415)
(5,059)
(6,018)
(15,474)
(15,718)
Provision for income taxes
32
105
126
137
160
Net loss
(10,447)
(5,164)
(6,144)
(15,611)
(15,878)
Less: Net loss attributable to non-controlling
interests and redeemable non-controlling interests
298
98
107
396
445
Net loss attributable to Pixelworks Inc.
$ (10,149)
$ (5,066)
$ (6,037)
$ (15,215)
$ (15,433)
Net loss attributable to Pixelworks Inc. per share – basic and
diluted
$ (0.17)
$ (0.09)
$ (0.11)
$ (0.26)
$ (0.28)
Weighted average shares outstanding – basic and diluted
58,151
57,472
55,917
57,812
55,666
——————
(1) Includes:
Restructuring
16
—
—
16
—
Stock-based compensation
10
18
22
28
46
(2) Includes stock-based compensation
316
330
527
646
1,018
(3) Includes stock-based compensation
599
727
710
1,326
1,361
PIXELWORKS, INC.
RECONCILIATION OF GAAP AND NON-GAAP FINANCIAL INFORMATION *
(In thousands, except per share data)
(Unaudited)
Three Months Ended
Six Months Ended
June 30,
March 31,
June 30,
June 30,
June 30,
2024
2024
2023
2024
2023
Reconciliation of GAAP and non-GAAP gross profit
GAAP gross profit
$ 4,326
$ 8,114
$ 5,484
$ 12,440
$ 9,851
Restructuring
16
—
—
16
—
Stock-based compensation
10
18
22
28
46
Total reconciling items included in gross profit
26
18
22
44
46
Non-GAAP gross profit
$ 4,352
$ 8,132
$ 5,506
$ 12,484
$ 9,897
Non-GAAP gross profit margin
51.0 %
50.7 %
40.5 %
50.8 %
42.0 %
Reconciliation of GAAP and non-GAAP operating expenses
GAAP operating expenses
$ 15,068
$ 13,607
$ 11,975
$ 28,675
$ 26,713
Reconciling item included in research and development:
Stock-based compensation
316
330
527
646
1,018
Reconciling items included in selling, general and administrative:
Stock-based compensation
599
727
710
1,326
1,361
Restructuring
1,403
—
—
1,403
—
Total reconciling items included in operating expenses
2,318
1,057
1,237
3,375
2,379
Non-GAAP operating expenses
$ 12,750
$ 12,550
$ 10,738
$ 25,300
$ 24,334
Reconciliation of GAAP and non-GAAP net loss
attributable to Pixelworks, Inc.
GAAP net loss attributable to Pixelworks Inc.
$ (10,149)
$ (5,066)
$ (6,037)
$ (15,215)
$ (15,433)
Reconciling items included in gross profit
26
18
22
44
46
Reconciling items included in operating expenses
2,318
1,057
1,237
3,375
2,379
Tax effect of non-GAAP adjustments
74
—
—
74
—
Non-GAAP net loss attributable to Pixelworks Inc.
$ (7,731)
$ (3,991)
$ (4,778)
$ (11,722)
$ (13,008)
Non-GAAP net loss attributable to Pixelworks Inc. per share –
basic and diluted
$ (0.13)
$ (0.07)
$ (0.09)
$ (0.20)
$ (0.23)
Non-GAAP weighted average shares outstanding – basic and diluted
58,151
57,472
55,917
57,812
55,666
*Set forth above are reconciliations of the non-GAAP financial measure to the most directly comparable GAAP financial measure. The non-GAAP financial measure disclosed by the company has limitations and should not be considered a substitute for, or superior to, the financial measure prepared in accordance with GAAP, and the reconciliations from GAAP to Non-GAAP actuals should be carefully evaluated. Please refer to “Non-GAAP Financial Measures” in this document for an explanation of the adjustments made to the comparable GAAP measures, the ways management uses the non-GAAP measures, and the reasons why management believes the non-GAAP measures provide useful information for investors.
PIXELWORKS, INC.
RECONCILIATION OF GAAP AND NON-GAAP EARNINGS PER SHARE *
(Figures may not sum due to rounding)
(Unaudited)
Three Months Ended
Six Months Ended
June 30,
March 31,
June 30,
June 30,
June 30,
2024
2024
2023
2024
2023
Dollars per share
Dollars per share
Dollars per share
Dollars per share
Dollars per share
Basic
Diluted
Basic
Diluted
Basic
Diluted
Basic
Diluted
Basic
Diluted
Reconciliation of GAAP and non-GAAP net loss
attributable to Pixelworks, Inc.
GAAP net loss attributable to Pixelworks Inc.
$ (0.17)
$ (0.17)
$ (0.09)
$ (0.09)
$ (0.11)
$ (0.11)
$ (0.26)
$ (0.26)
$ (0.28)
$ (0.28)
Reconciling items included in gross profit
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
Reconciling items included in operating expenses
0.04
0.04
0.02
0.02
0.02
0.02
0.06
0.06
0.04
0.04
Non-GAAP net loss attributable to Pixelworks Inc.
$ (0.13)
$ (0.13)
$ (0.07)
$ (0.07)
$ (0.09)
$ (0.09)
$ (0.20)
$ (0.20)
$ (0.23)
$ (0.23)
*Set forth above are reconciliations of the non-GAAP financial measure to the most directly comparable GAAP financial measure. The non-GAAP financial measure disclosed by the company has limitations and should not be considered a substitute for, or superior to, the financial measure prepared in accordance with GAAP, and the reconciliations from GAAP to Non-GAAP actuals should be carefully evaluated. Please refer to “Non-GAAP Financial Measures” in this document for an explanation of the adjustments made to the comparable GAAP measures, the ways management uses the non-GAAP measures, and the reasons why management believes the non-GAAP measures provide useful information for investors.
PIXELWORKS, INC.
RECONCILIATION OF GAAP AND NON-GAAP GROSS PROFIT MARGIN *
(Figures may not sum due to rounding)
(Unaudited)
Three Months Ended
Six Months Ended
June 30,
March 31,
June 30,
June 30,
June 30,
2024
2024
2023
2024
2023
Reconciliation of GAAP and non-GAAP gross profit
margin
GAAP gross profit margin
50.7 %
50.5 %
40.3 %
50.6 %
41.8 %
Stock-based compensation
0.1 %
0.1 %
0.2 %
0.1 %
0.2 %
Restructuring
0.2 %
— %
— %
0.1 %
— %
Total reconciling items included in gross profit
0.3 %
0.1 %
0.2 %
0.2 %
0.2 %
Non-GAAP gross profit margin
51.0 %
50.7 %
40.5 %
50.8 %
42.0 %
*Set forth above are reconciliations of the non-GAAP financial measure to the most directly comparable GAAP financial measure. The non-GAAP
financial measure disclosed by the company has limitations and should not be considered a substitute for, or superior to, the financial measure
prepared in accordance with GAAP, and the reconciliations from GAAP to Non-GAAP actuals should be carefully evaluated. Please refer to “Non-
GAAP Financial Measures” in this document for an explanation of the adjustments made to the comparable GAAP measures, the ways management
uses the non-GAAP measures, and the reasons why management believes the non-GAAP measures provide useful information for investors.
PIXELWORKS, INC.
RECONCILIATION OF GAAP AND NON-GAAP FINANCIAL INFORMATION *
(In thousands)
(Unaudited)
Three Months Ended
Six Months Ended
June 30,
March 31,
June 30,
June 30,
June 30,
2024
2024
2023
2024
2023
Reconciliation of GAAP net loss attributable to Pixelworks Inc. and
adjusted EBITDA
GAAP net loss attributable to Pixelworks Inc.
$ (10,149)
$ (5,066)
$ (6,037)
$ (15,215)
$ (15,433)
Restructuring
1,419
—
—
1,419
—
Stock-based compensation
925
1,075
1,259
2,000
2,425
Tax effect of non-GAAP adjustments
74
—
—
74
—
Non-GAAP net loss attributable to Pixelworks Inc.
$ (7,731)
$ (3,991)
$ (4,778)
$ (11,722)
$ (13,008)
EBITDA adjustments:
Depreciation and amortization
$ 1,059
$ 1,109
$ 1,077
$ 2,168
$ 2,158
Non-GAAP interest income and other, net
(327)
(434)
(473)
(761)
(1,144)
Non-GAAP provision (benefit) for income taxes
(42)
105
126
63
160
Adjusted EBITDA
$ (7,041)
$ (3,211)
$ (4,048)
$ (10,252)
$ (11,834)
*Set forth above are reconciliations of the non-GAAP financial measure to the most directly comparable GAAP financial measure. The non-GAAP financial measure
disclosed by the company has limitations and should not be considered a substitute for, or superior to, the financial measure prepared in accordance with GAAP, and the
reconciliations from GAAP to Non-GAAP actuals should be carefully evaluated. Please refer to “Non-GAAP Financial Measures” in this document for an explanation of the
adjustments made to the comparable GAAP measures, the ways management uses the non-GAAP measures, and the reasons why management believes the non-GAAP
measures provide useful information for investors.
PIXELWORKS, INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(In thousands)
(Unaudited)
June 30,
2024
December 31,
2023
ASSETS
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents
$ 37,824
$ 47,544
Accounts receivable, net
4,910
10,075
Inventories
5,021
3,968
Prepaid expenses and other current assets
2,222
3,138
Total current assets
49,977
64,725
Property and equipment, net
7,051
5,997
Operating lease right of use assets
4,547
4,725
Other assets, net
1,652
2,115
Goodwill
18,407
18,407
Total assets
$ 81,634
$ 95,969
LIABILITIES, REDEEMABLE NON-CONTROLLING INTEREST AND SHAREHOLDERS’
EQUITY
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable
$ 2,500
$ 2,416
Accrued liabilities and current portion of long-term liabilities
9,148
9,692
Current portion of income taxes payable
220
189
Total current liabilities
11,868
12,297
Long-term liabilities, net of current portion
673
1,373
Deposit liability
14,098
13,781
Operating lease liabilities, net of current portion
2,463
2,567
Income taxes payable, net of current portion
1,006
939
Total liabilities
30,108
30,957
Redeemable non-controlling interest
27,517
28,214
Total Pixelworks, Inc. shareholders’ equity
486
12,541
Non-controlling interest
23,523
24,257
Total shareholders’ equity
24,009
36,798
Total liabilities, redeemable non-controlling interest and shareholders’ equity
$ 81,634
$ 95,969
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The Spring Economic Update 2026 proposes to provide $755 million over five years, starting in 2026–27, and $118 million ongoing to Canadian Heritage to support Canada’s sport system to: Host and compete with the best: $50 million over five years to bring more world-class sporting events to Canada. Funding will be tied to legacy-building projects that deliver lasting benefits well beyond the events themselves. Facilities built or upgraded for major events will continue to serve communities, support grassroots participation and strengthen local sport systems for years to come. Support our athletes in performing at the highest levels: $45 million over five years and $8 million ongoing to help our athletes train, compete and perform, including support for better mental health and funding that will be linked to robust safe sport measures and frameworks. These actions will strengthen the sport system and respond to some of the findings of the Final Report of the Future of Sport in Canada Commission while the government continues to consider all of its Calls to Action. Get more Canadians involved in sport: $660 million over five years and $110 million ongoing for National Sport Organisations, increasing funding that has remained largely unchanged since 2005, so that they can invest in a strong and safe sport system and grow participation among children and youth nationwide.
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POVADDO AND PROLEGIS ANNOUNCE STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP TO EXPAND ACCESS TO PUBLIC POLICY PROFESSIONALS FOR OPINION RESEARCH
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Partnership connects policy professionals using Prolegis’ modernized Congressional platform with Povaddo’s exclusive paid research panel, combining forces to serve the policymaking community
ST. LOUIS and WASHINGTON, May 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Povaddo, a leading provider of public opinion and policy elite research, has announced a strategic partnership with Prolegis, a nonpartisan technology platform serving thousands of policy professionals in Congress and the advocacy community. The partnership will expand the reach of the Povaddo Panel—an exclusive network of nearly 5,000 public policy professionals worldwide—while providing Prolegis users new opportunities to contribute their expertise to policy research.
Prolegis provides nonpartisan technology solutions designed to modernize Congress. Built specifically for the policymaking community, the platform serves as a natural intersection where policy professionals and issue advocacy campaigns meet, making it an ideal environment for connecting researchers with the experts shaping public policy.
Beginning this month, users of the Prolegis platform will be invited to join the Povaddo Panel and become eligible to participate in research studies tailored specifically for public policy professionals.
“There is no shortage of so-called ‘expert network’ firms, but Povaddo is setting the standard when it comes to building the most rigorous and credible network of public policy professionals in the U.S. and beyond,” said William Stewart, President of Povaddo. “What makes Prolegis the right partner is the quality and relevance of their community—these are precisely the professionals our clients most want to hear from. Prolegis users are actively engaged in policy work daily, making them ideal participants for our research studies. This partnership will meaningfully accelerate our efforts.”
“Prolegis exists to serve the policy community with tools that make their work more effective,” said Jim Gianiny, CEO of Prolegis. “Partnering with Povaddo allows our users to contribute their expertise in a new way and take part in rigorous research that helps organizations better understand the policy landscape. It’s a natural extension of what our platform already does: connecting policy professionals with the resources and opportunities that matter to their work.”
Launched in 2018, the Povaddo Panel was built to meet growing demand for research insights from individuals who shape, influence, and analyze public policy as part of their daily work. Over the past eight years, the panel has grown to nearly 5,000 public policy professionals worldwide, including over 2,000 in the United States. Many panelists are former elected officials, including former Members of Congress.
This partnership is part of a broader period of momentum for Povaddo. The company recently announced it is launching a quarterly omnibus survey among public policy professionals in the United States and Europe.
“Companies and other organizations that want to understand what public policy professionals think—whether about their brand or an issue they are facing—now have a new way of doing that. Our new omnibus survey among public policy professionals fills an important need in the research services marketplace,” said Brooke Hayes, Executive Vice President of Povaddo, who oversees the Povaddo Panel and the firm’s new omnibus research service among public policy professionals.
Additionally, Povaddo recently released select findings from its survey of public policy professionals in the U.S. and Europe regarding their attitudes towards AI. In an era when political consensus is elusive, this study finds widespread agreement within policy communities on both sides of the Atlantic that government regulation of AI should be increased.
About Povaddo: Povaddo specializes in public opinion and policy elite research. Founded in 2009, Povaddo is recognized as a trusted advisor to top-tier organizations seeking to navigate complex issues management, strategic communications, corporate reputation, and business transformation challenges. Most of the firm’s clients sit within external affairs, corporate affairs, public affairs, government affairs, regulatory affairs, scientific affairs, corporate communications, business planning and strategy. For more information, please visit www.povaddo.com.
About Prolegis: Prolegis provides nonpartisan technology solutions designed to modernize Congress. Built specifically for the policymaking community, Prolegis delivers innovative solutions, efficient tools, and engaging content, all on one easy-to-use platform. The platform serves Congressional staff, think tank scholars, and public affairs professionals, creating a unique intersection where policy expertise and advocacy meet. For more information, please visit www.prolegis.com.
Media Inquiries: William Stewart, +1 (855) 768-2336, stewart@povaddo.com
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