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Accesa celebrated 20 years of meaningful impact

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CLUJ-NAPOCA, Romania, Aug. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Accesa celebrated its 20th anniversary as a business moderniser in the European technology sector and as a top Romanian employer. Since 2004, Accesa has offered end-to-end digital transformation services to more than 70 business clients by shaping a modern and upgraded digital landscape.

 

 

Over the past 20 years, Accesa has achieved remarkable growth by prioritising friendshoring, trustful relationships with its partners, and the continuous skillset development of its people.

“What really counts is our growth in trustful relationships with our customers and our growth of competencies among our people – this is what makes a company sustainable and successful nowadays,” says Dr. Andrea Marlière, Chief Executive Officer at Accesa.

Through a commitment to delivering value to its people, clients, partners, and their end users, Accesa has expanded its footprint nationally and internationally and developed business partnerships in new markets. The company consistently diversifies its services portfolio in the DACH, Benelux, UK and Nordic markets, earning the trust of some of the biggest companies in industries such as Manufacturing, Retail, Banking, and Finance.

Celebrating Accesa in Motion, and 20 years of meaningful impact

To mark this significant milestone, the company brought together more than 900 Accesa people, and over 120 clients, partners, and tech experts in a series of three events meant to highlight its continuous commitment to growth, passion for technology, and interest in innovation through AI techniques.

Over 2,000 people, including both the Accesa community and guests, clients and partners from different European countries joined the events to talk about how they’ve been using technology to have a meaningful impact for the past 20 years, celebrate milestones, and envision solutions that seamlessly integrate into their businesses.

The celebration kicked off with Accesa’s History, an opportunity to reminisce about shared experiences and collective memories, in a trip down memory lane spanning over two decades. It highlighted the accomplishments of all the people in Accesa and the long-term partners alongside whom they’ve delivered both transformation and innovation.

Dr. Andrea Marlière, CEO at Accesa, and Iulian Iuga, former CEO, had an insightful conversation about growth, change, and innovation over the past 20 years. This was followed by several other talks, discussions, and moments of looking back at the initiatives, technologies used, and progress made by Accesa’s people and long-term partners through the decades.

At the 3rd edition of the Accesa Tech Conference, industry experts, guest speakers, and Accesa innovators came together to talk about technology in motion.

Across three different stages, they explored topics like the potential of digital transformation, citizen developers, customer journey personalisation, and a number of practical Artificial Intelligence case studies to enhance efficiency across vastly different scenarios, from industrial plants to customer support in Retail.

Aside from the three stages that covered both business and technology topics, panel discussion offered in-depth insights on AI’s touchpoints with software development, customer experience, and the relationship between tech and business. They offered new perspectives on fostering sustainable growth and capitalising on new opportunities, while PoC corners provided an opportunity for Accesa experts to showcase exciting in-house solutions such as the Accesa AI Assistant, the Access-a-Seat Assistant, and DataBrew, a synthetic data generation tool.

“If the past showed us the potential of technology and how it has impacted our lives, the future is yet to unfold, so I would say there are several skills like flexibility, adaptability, and resilience that could be our survival skillset for the future. Let’s play with technology in a responsible way, as we remain accountable for the use of it,” Gabriel Sobolu, CTO at Accesa in his “Trends and adaptability for the past 20 years and for the next 20 years” talk at the third edition of the Accesa Tech Conference.

The series of events ended with the company’s 20th anniversary party with a ’20s theme to match the milestone, and a celebration that took place in a stunning location. The anniversary party brought together Accesa’s people, trusted partners, and long-term clients for an evening filled with memorable performances, setting the stage for the next chapter.

A renewed commitment to the next 20 years

For the next 20 years Accesa will continue its consistent growth and progress with the same approach – as a people-first, customer-centric organisation that enables its people to thrive, clients to grow, and the end users to succeed.

The company is committed to maintaining a supportive environment where people feel valued and empowered by nurturing a culture of inclusivity, collaboration, and social responsibility. This approach will improve satisfaction and strengthen connections with the community, leading to growth and progress in all areas.

“Our commitment goes beyond business. We truly believe that our success is measured not just by our technological advancements, but by our ability to make a tangible (and positive!) impact on education, the environment, and the community around us,” says Corina Stirbu, Head of Marketing & Communication at Accesa.

About Accesa

Accesa is a leading technology company headquartered in Cluj-Napoca and has 20 years of experience in turning business challenges into opportunities and growth. 

A value-driven organisation, it has established itself as a partner of choice for major brands in Retail, Manufacturing, Finance, and Banking. It covers the complete digital evolution journey of its customers, from ideation and requirements setup to software development and managed services solutions.

With more than 1200 IT professionals, Accesa also has a fast-growing footprint, establishing itself as an employer of choice for IT professionals passionate about problem-solving through technology. Coming together in strong tech teams with a customer-centric approach enables businesses to grow, delivering value for our clients, partners, industry, and community.

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Department of Health – Abu Dhabi and Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center collaborate on cancer research and personalized prevention

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ABU DHABI, UAE, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH), regulator of the healthcare sector in the emirate, together with the Abu Dhabi Public Health Center (ADPHC), today announced the execution of a Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) with Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center (Fred Hutch), one of the world’s leading cancer research institutions and home to three Nobel laureates.

By pairing Abu Dhabi’s unified clinical and genomic data infrastructure, sovereign AI capabilities and governed data environments with Fred Hutch’s globally renowned research engine, the ensuing collaborations will pave the way to shortening the distance between scientific discovery and patient benefit, for Abu Dhabi’s community and beyond.

Among the projected collaborations, the two organizations will consider leveraging Abu Dhabi’s intelligent health system, and layering Fred Hutch’s world-class science onto the secure, high-quality, real-world data foundation Abu Dhabi has built. That foundation includes the emirate’s pioneering liquid biopsy programme launched last year, one of the first national-scale efforts of its kind anywhere in the world. Alongside Abu Dhabi’s AI multi-cancer early detection work, and the world’s largest clinically integrated population-scale genomics programme – with nearly one million genomes sequence.

During his visit to the center, HE Mansoor Ibrahim Al Mansoori, Chairman of DoH commented: “Cancer is one of the defining health challenges of our time, and progress depends on combining world-class science with population-scale data, advanced AI, and research. In Abu Dhabi, we have built an AI-enabled health system that ‘cares before it cures, delivering prevention at population scale. We are already achieving some of the highest early cancer detection rates in the world, and through our partnership with Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center we are committed to bringing breakthroughs to people in Abu Dhabi and beyond.”

“This MOU between Fred Hutch Cancer Center and the Abu Dhabi Department of Health underscores the power of working together to prevent and treat cancer,” said Thomas Lynch Jr., MD, president and director of Fred Hutch and holder of the Raisbeck Endowed Chair. “Our organizations share a deep commitment to research and to provide the highest levels of cancer prevention, diagnosis and care to our communities, and we are excited to bring our expertise, tools and datasets together to identify unique approaches to cancer care and research in pursuit of our boldest goals.”

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L’Mychele & Associates Founder LaKessia Hill Completes North Texas FWC Hospitality Program (FIFA World Cup) and Appears on The Jeff Crilley Show

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DALLAS, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — L’Mychele & Associates LLC is proud to announce two significant milestones for the growing strategic meetings and events firm: Founder & CEO LaKessia Hill has successfully completed the North Texas FWC Organizing Committee’s Hospitality Program and was recently featured on The Jeff Crilley Show.

These accomplishments reflect the company’s continued momentum within the hospitality, tourism, and events industries as L’Mychele & Associates expands its presence through strategic partnerships, leadership engagement, and elevated client experiences.

The completion of the North Texas FWC Hospitality Program further strengthens the company’s commitment to delivering intentional, guest-centered experiences rooted in strategy, hospitality, and meaningful connection — values that are central to the L’Mychele & Associates brand.

In addition, Hill recently joined veteran journalist and media personality Jeff Crilley on The Jeff Crilley Show to discuss her entrepreneurial journey, the vision behind L’Mychele & Associates, and the company’s approach to creating experiences as bold as its clients’ goals.

“Both opportunities represent growth, visibility, and the continued evolution of our brand,” said Hill. “Hospitality is more than service — it’s about creating intentional moments that leave lasting impressions. Being recognized through the hospitality program and having the opportunity to share our story on The Jeff Crilley Show were both incredibly meaningful experiences.”

Known for its consultative and strategy-first approach, L’Mychele & Associates specializes in executive summits, conferences, nonprofit galas, incentive experiences, corporate meetings, and curated social gatherings. The firm partners with organizations, brands, and leaders to transform ideas into impactful experiences through strategic planning, management, and execution.

Guided by the company’s signature philosophy — “The Art of Listening. The Science of Execution.” — L’Mychele & Associates continues to position itself as a strategic partner within the meetings, events, and hospitality industries.

The episode of The Jeff Crilley Show featuring LaKessia Hill is now available across multiple platforms, including YouTube, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Transistor.

About L’Mychele & Associates LLC

L’Mychele & Associates LLC is a Dallas-based strategic meetings and events firm specializing in executive summits, corporate meetings, conferences, nonprofit events, incentive experiences, and curated social gatherings. The company is known for blending strategy, hospitality, and execution to create experiences that drive connection and lasting impact.

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Founder & CEO, L’Mychele & Associates LLC
469-402-7825

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HBX GROUP ANNOUNCES HALF YEAR 2026 FINANCIAL RESULTS

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LONDON, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — HBX Group International plc (HBX Group, the Company, the Group, HBX.SM) announces its Half Year 2026 results for the six months ended 31 March 2026.  

TTV up +17% to €3.8bn, and Revenue of €309m, up +1% YoY at constant currency, reflecting targeted commercial and strategic actions to prioritise growth and capture market share, partly offset by disruption from the Middle East conflictAdjusted EBITDA up +9% at constant currency to €163m, with margin of 53% expanding +4ppts in constant currency. Profit after tax was €28m (H1 25: €(227)m).Strong cash generation with 103% cash conversion and leverage at 1.7x Adjusted Net Debt / Adjusted EBITDA. S €100m share buyback programme and a 7.5 cents per share (c.€18m) interim dividend.Executing the strategic building blocks, including the acquisition of Bridgify announced today.FY26E guidance revised to reflect the impact of Middle East conflict and macroeconomic uncertainty. New FY26 guidance is for constant currency TTV growth +11% to +15%, Revenue growth -4% to +1% and Adjusted EBITDA growth -5% to -2%, and Operating Free Cash Flow conversion between 90% and 100%. Medium-term guidance is unchanged.

First half 2026 Financial Performance Summary1

6 months
ended 31
March 2026

6 months
ended 31
March 2025

Change
constant
currency2

Change 

Total Transaction Value (TTV) (€m)

3,770

3,370

+17 %

+12 %

Revenue (€m)

309

319

+1 %

-3 %

Adjusted EBITDA (€m)

163

159

+9 %

+3 %

Delivering profitable growth

Group TTV increased to €3.8bn in the first half, up +17% at constant currency. TTV contribution increased from shorter lead-time bookings, Third Party Supply and Online Travel Agents.

Revenue of €309m, increased +1% in constant currency. Take rate was 8.2%, down 1.3ppts year‑on‑year.

Adjusted EBITDA increased 9%, with margin +4ppts.

Net finance costs were €35m, 77% lower than the prior year. The tax charge was €16m. Adjusted Earnings were €83m, up +44% at constant currency.

Delivering commercial milestones in line with strategy

Commercial progress in H1 2026 reflected HBX Group’s strategy to expand its global travel ecosystem and drive profitability through AI-driven operational efficiency and commercial performance. Key developments included new distribution partnerships in Asia-Pacific, acquisitions such as Bridgify and PerfectStay to strengthen experiences and dynamic capabilities, and new platform and fintech initiatives.

HBX group also continued embedding AI across products and operations, including AI-powered solutions for Bedsonline and HotelTech, while scaling internal AI agents already delivering measurable savings and supporting more than 120 identified use cases, reinforcing the Group’s connected B2B travel ecosystem strategy.

Regional performance and trading dynamics

TTV grew in double-digits in all three regions, up +18% in the Americas and +16% in both MEAPAC and Europe, at constant currency.

In Europe, TTV growth was supported by strong intra‑regional and domestic travel. Asia Pacific up +18%, partly offset by slower growth in the Middle East and disruption on some Europe-Asia corridors. In the Americas, TTV was predominantly driven by domestic demand.

Middle East impact and near‑term outlook

Since late February, the escalation of the conflict in the Middle East has impacted travel demand across affected destinations and selected international corridors, resulting in increased volatility, shorter booking windows and reduced near‑term visibility. The impact of this on H1 Group TTV growth was approximately 1ppt.

HBX Group implemented dynamic pricing, inventory reallocation and active partner support. Demand outside affected corridors has been more resilient.

Cost discipline, cash generation and capital allocation

Underlying operating costs fell by 5%. Performance was supported by productivity initiatives, automation and AI.

On a last 12-month basis, Operating Free Cash Flow was €447m, with cash conversion of 103% over the last 12 months. Adjusted Net Debt at 31 March 2026 stood at €741m.

Outlook

The Group started FY26 with strong performance. Since late February, trading conditions have been adversely impacted by the escalation of the conflict in the Middle East and broader geopolitical uncertainty.

The Group has revised its FY26 guidance. Updated outlook reflects a -4ppt effect of the Middle East conflict on TTV growth. Assumes four months of disruption with gradual stabilisation.

For the complete press release and disclaimer applicable to this information, please visit www.investors.hbxgroup.com

1 See financial statements for definitions of specific financial terms and KPIs, including any Alternative Performance Measures (APMs)
2 Constant currency changes exclude the impact of foreign exchange rate fluctuations by translating current year results at the exchange rates used in the prior year.

Contact: 
Clara Truyols
clatruyols@hbxgroup.com 

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