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Data-Driven Health and Fitness Leader OxeFit Surpasses $70M Funding Milestone

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2 years ago

September 25, 2024

Biohacking Legend Dave Asprey and Solidcore Founder Anne Mahlum join investor team as company unveils new cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence

DALLAS, Sept. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — OxeFit, leaders of AI-driven health and fitness experiences, today announced Dave Asprey and Anne Mahlum as investors in the company’s latest $17.5M round of funding, bringing the total to over $70M, to date. With continued interest from entrepreneur and professional athlete investors, the new funds will be used to further deliver on OxeFit’s commitment to bring state-of-the-art Artificial Intelligence (AI) to its health and fitness experiences.

Anne and Dave join a deep bench of notable investors who have turned to OxeFit to achieve their own personal health and fitness goals, including soccer legend Harry Kane, pro golfer Dustin Johnson and NFL quarterback Dak Prescott.

Anchored by products (XP1 and XS1) that enable an ecosystem of deep data, the OxeFit experience includes the most technologically-advanced platforms, innovative health and wellness programs, gamification, and a robust content library that allows anyone to live healthier.

“Technology has unleashed an incredible amount of data that we can use to better ourselves mentally and physically. OxeFit’s XP1 and XS1 cracked the code on delivering the tools you need to do exactly what your body needs to become healthier and more powerful, in very little time. It’s so much more than just a gym,” said entrepreneur, author and recognized “father of biohacking,” Dave Asprey. “That’s why I’m thrilled to have added OxeFit to over 30 locations of Upgrade Labs, and I’m even more thrilled to join the OxeFit team. Together, we will transform the way we workout and live healthier, longer lives with science!”

“I look at a lot of investments and OxeFit won this category for me with a product that is head and shoulders above the competition and a talented team who knows how to execute.” said Solidcore founder Anne Mahlum. “I am incredibly excited to be part of this company that is changing the future of fitness with personalized data to help people achieve their health and wellness goals.”

The OxeFit Experience with AI
AI is playing a pivotal role in the future of fitness. OxeFit’s core technology (hardware and software) integrates AI, robotics, movement and performance tracking, advanced coaching and analytics, all driven by unparalleled data science to connect, collaborate, and ultimately transform the health of individuals.

Starting today and rolling out in the coming months, key AI features include:

Personalized Training Programs – The AI Virtual Trainer will create programs based not only on a user’s personal goals, but update them in real time based on how the user is training. Using AI models that are based on optimized results driven methodology, the training data is constantly monitored and evaluated by OxeFit’s software to deliver the user the perfect workout.Health Snapshots and Tracking – The suite of assessments and data tracking use AI models to provide analysis and insights into a user’s health and wellness status and progress. The tracking will be able to detect possible injuries before they happen or determine when post-injury rehabilitation is complete.Digital Training Assistant – The AI-based assistant is integrated into the product platforms and in the app, from helping users discover new OxeFit content to building an “exercise playlist” based on goals and interests. While training, the assistant will provide feedback on movements and form to maximize the results of each session. If a user has questions about their numbers, the assistant can be used to help them better understand what their data means.AI Gaming for OxePlay – Only OxeFit has highly dynamic interactive fitness gaming. When a game is initiated, bot players – powered by AI – will play alongside the human. This way, there will always be someone to compete with regardless of game preference and skill level. Bot intelligence includes human-like strategies and the ability to chat with users during play.

“OxeFit’s XP1 and XS1 are the only products to fully integrate a user’s data from cardio, strength, balance and gaming – allowing it to be analyzed holistically – a key differentiator in providing our users with an AI-driven training experience and the personalized insights that map to their goals and abilities,” said Rab Shanableh, CEO of OxeFit. “Dave and Anne have long pioneered a data-driven approach to healthier living, and we could not be more excited to bring their expertise to OxeFit as we continue to deliver on our mission.”

For more information, follow OxeFit on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.

About OxeFit
OxeFit is a digital fitness and technology company that produces the XP1 and XS1, first-of-their-kind strength training systems, revolutionizing the world of connected fitness through advanced robotics and artificial intelligence. By harnessing data-driven workout programs, the XP1 and XS1’s computer-controlled weight loads allow for variable resistance training while state-of-the-art technologies capture data and monitor form to identify weaknesses and potential for injury. Included in the OxeFit ecosystem is a library of engaging content, which seeks to bring a new element of connectivity to the fitness community. OxeFit is headquartered in Plano, Texas. For more information, visit oxefit.com.

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FULTON FINANCIAL CORPORATION APPOINTS DAVID S. SCHULZ TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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51 minutes ago

July 21, 2026

LANCASTER, Pa., July 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Fulton Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: FULT) (“Fulton”) today announced the appointment of David S. Schulz as a member of its board of directors (the “Board”) for a term commencing September 14, 2026 and expiring at Fulton’s 2027 annual meeting of shareholders.

“We’re excited to welcome Dave to Fulton’s board of directors,” said Curt Myers, Fulton Chairman, CEO, and President. “Dave brings extensive financial leadership experience gained through more than a decade of service with publicly traded companies. His expertise in finance, strategic planning, risk, and mergers and acquisitions will provide valuable perspective as we continue to execute our growth strategy and create long-term value for our shareholders, customers and communities.”

With the addition of Schulz, Fulton’s Board will have 11 members, and he will serve on the Audit and Risk committees. Schulz has also been appointed to the board of directors of Fulton’s banking subsidiary, Fulton Bank, N.A.

Schulz served as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Wesco International, Inc. (“Wesco”) from 2016 to June 2020, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Wesco from June 2020 to February 2026 and as Executive Vice President and Special Advisor to the CEO of Wesco from February 2026 until his retirement on May 31, 2026.

Prior to joining Wesco, Schulz served as Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Armstrong Flooring, Inc. and was previously Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Armstrong World Industries, Inc. and Vice President of Finance of the Armstrong Building Products division.

Before joining Armstrong World Industries in 2011, he held various financial leadership roles with Procter & Gamble and The J.M. Smucker Company. He was also an officer in the United States Marine Corps.

In 2025, Schulz joined the board of Sterling Infrastructure, Inc., and he was appointed as chair of the audit committee in 2026. He also serves on the company’s compensation and talent development committee.

ABOUT FULTON FINANCIAL CORPORATION

Fulton, a $34 billion Lancaster, Pa.-based financial holding company, has more than 3,400 employees and operates more than 215 financial centers in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware and Virginia through Fulton Bank, N.A. Additional information on Fulton can be found at https://investor.fultonbank.com.

Contact: Steve Trapnell
717-291-2739

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Octavio Marquez Elected to MSA Safety Board of Directors

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51 minutes ago

July 21, 2026

PITTSBURGH, July 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Board of Directors of MSA Safety Inc. (NYSE: MSA), a global leader in the development of advanced industrial safety technology products and solutions, today announced that Octavio Marquez, president and chief executive officer of Diebold Nixdorf, has been elected to the company’s Board of Directors. His election was part of the MSA Board’s regular succession plans.

“We are very pleased to have the opportunity to add Octavio to the MSA Board,” said Robert A. Bruggeworth, MSA chairman. “He brings a broad range of executive leadership experience, including strategy development, capital allocation, business transformation and serving international markets, which will serve MSA well.”

“Octavio’s perspectives will be an asset to me and our entire Executive Leadership Team,” said Steven C. Blanco, MSA president and CEO. “It is a pleasure to welcome Octavio to MSA, and I look forward to working with him.”

Mr. Marquez joined Diebold Nixdorf in 2014 and has held senior leadership roles across the company’s Global Banking organization and its Americas region, including as executive vice president of Global Banking and senior vice president of the Americas. Before joining Diebold Nixdorf, Mr. Marquez held leadership positions at Dell EMC, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, IBM and NCR.

Diebold Nixdorf automates, digitizes and transforms the way people bank and shop. As a partner to the majority of the world’s top 100 financial institutions and top 25 global retailers, its integrated solutions connect digital and physical channels conveniently, securely and efficiently for millions of customers every day. Headquartered in North Canton, Ohio, Diebold Nixdorf employs approximately 20,000 employees globally, supporting more than 100 countries.

Mr. Marquez holds a degree in business and finance from Universidad Iberoamericana and has completed executive education programs at MIT Sloan, The Wharton School and The University of Texas at Austin.

About MSA Safety

MSA Safety Incorporated (NYSE: MSA) is the global leader in advanced industrial safety technology products and solutions. Driven by its singular mission of safety, the company has been at the forefront of safety innovation since 1914, protecting workers and facility infrastructure around the world across a broad range of diverse end markets while creating sustainable value for shareholders. With 2025 revenues of $1.9 billion, MSA Safety is headquartered in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania, and employs a team of approximately 5,300 associates across its more than 40 international locations. For more information, please visit www.MSASafety.com.

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BlueFolder Field Service Software Launches New AI-Powered Features to Transform How Teams Work

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51 minutes ago

July 21, 2026

New AI capabilities instantly surface customer insights and transform technician notes into actionable summaries to help field service teams work faster, stay aligned, and deliver better service

AUBURN, Ala., July 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — BlueFolder field service software recently announced the launch of two powerful new AI features: AI-Powered Customer Summaries and AI-Powered Field Notes Summarization. Together, these capabilities are designed to eliminate the time-consuming, manual work of reviewing fragmented customer records and lengthy technician notes—giving field service teams instant clarity to respond faster, make smarter decisions, and deliver exceptional service.

BlueFolder expands it’s field service and work order management suite with two exciting new AI field service features.

Built directly into the BlueFolder platform, both features leverage artificial intelligence to automatically compile and summarize complex, unstructured data into clear, easy-to-read overviews. The result: technicians, dispatchers, and managers always have the context they need, right when they need it.

AI-Powered Customer Summaries

As field service organizations grow, customer information becomes increasingly scattered across emails, service request logs, and communication histories. BlueFolder’s AI Customer Summary feature addresses this challenge head-on by consolidating those interactions into a single, actionable snapshot.

Instead of manually digging through multiple records before a service call or customer interaction, teams can now access a real-time summary highlighting key concerns, past service activity, and recent updates. The feature goes beyond basic summarization and surfaces critical business insights such as equipment past due for maintenance, approaching warranty expirations, and proactive revenue opportunities, empowering teams to recommend follow-ups or upgrades directly from the customer record.

Built-in traceability links each summary back to its original source communications, so users can validate insights with confidence, ensuring both speed and accuracy in every customer interaction.

AI-Powered Field Notes Summarization

In many service organizations, technicians log updates across multiple visits, often resulting in long, fragmented notes that are difficult to review at a glance. BlueFolder’s AI Field Notes Summarization feature solves this by automatically condensing multiple technician entries into a structured summary that highlights key milestones, actions taken, and next steps.

Rather than scrolling through pages of updates, managers and dispatchers can immediately understand job status and determine what needs to happen next, improving alignment between field and office teams, accelerating decision-making, and reducing miscommunication. The feature is especially valuable for complex or multi-day jobs, where clear continuity and smooth technician handoffs are critical to delivering consistent service. It’s another featuring making BlueFolder’s work order management software capabilities stronger every day.

“History is one of the most powerful tools a service team has — the problem is it’s usually buried. BlueFolder’s new AI features fix that. Your team walks into every interaction already knowing the customer, knowing the equipment, and exactly where things stand. That changes the entire experience,” says John Shaw, VP, Technology, Service Operations.

AI as a Core Part of the BlueFolder Platform

The launch of these two features reflects BlueFolder’s broader commitment to embedding AI throughout its field service management software as an integrated layer of intelligence that makes every workflow smarter. Rather than requiring teams to change how they work, BlueFolder’s AI capabilities are designed to surface the right information at the right moment automatically, within the tools that technicians, dispatchers, and managers already use every day.

“AI is transforming what’s possible in field service, and BlueFolder is answering that call. These features are the result of deep platform expertise and a clear vision for where the industry is headed. We’re embedding intelligence throughout the platform because we know it makes our customers more competitive, more efficient, and better positioned to grow,” says Stephen Myslicki, Group President of Field Services.

Availability

Both AI-Powered Customer Summaries and AI-Powered Field Notes Summarization are available now to BlueFolder customers as optional, easy-to-enable features within the platform. They are part of BlueFolder’s growing suite of AI-driven capabilities designed to help field service organizations operate more efficiently and scale with confidence.

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