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IBEX IT Business Experts Rebrands Certifiably Diverse to NectariQ

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Revolutionizing Supplier Management:  New Features, Global Reach, Bold Rebrand

SANDY SPRINGS, Ga., Oct. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — IBEX IT Business Experts is excited to announce the rebranding of its award-winning Supplier Diversity Management System, Certifiably Diverse, to NectariQ. The new name reflects the platform’s significantly enhanced capabilities including chatbot technology and sustainability, which has grown to serve all our client’s needs, including the important work of diverse supplier management. NectariQ offers a robust and intelligent system that intuitively simplifies supplier management for businesses globally while maintaining IBEX’s deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

“Our customers have integrated the platform so seamlessly into their operations that it has become essential for managing their entire supply base,” said Tracey Grace, President & CEO of IBEX IT Business Experts. “Nectar IQ represents the next step in this evolution, offering a smarter, more efficient way to manage global suppliers, strategically track spending, and deliver new features that help our clients stay ahead of industry and regulatory requirements.”

“Because of the time spent collaborating with IBEX, their leadership, the content of their work, and meeting all requirements and schedule milestones, they have secured a solid endorsement on behalf of the Space Systems Department.  Their impact and influence have been noteworthy.”   –Tim Ezell, Former Acting Deputy Manager, NASA Space Systems Department

Expanded Features for Global Supplier Management

NectariQ’s new features address growing client needs to track and report on Supplier ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) commitments, real-time spend reports with BI Bot insights along with providing annual impact reports that can be easily leveraged for board presentations and SEC reporting requirements. These reports offer a comprehensive view of the organization’s supplier performance and contributions to sustainability goals.

NectariQ Key Features

User Friendly with New Supplier Intake & TrackingData Analytics for Customizable Supplier Spend ReportingAI Stakeholder ReportingTransparent Supplier Compliance ManagementAccountability & Certification ManagementHolistic Supplier Document Management

With global operations spanning multiple continents, NectariQ now supports nine languages and enables compliance with new EU reporting standards, positioning us as the preferred solution for businesses navigating complex international regulations. These enhancements are part of IBEX’s ongoing commitment to offer cutting-edge solutions that meet the evolving challenges of global supplier management.

Adapting to an Evolving DE&I Conversation

As conversations around Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) continue to evolve, NectariQ reflects IBEX’s ability to adapt while remaining steadfast in its focus on empowering small and diverse-owned businesses. The platform continues to foster innovation and drive economic impact by helping companies meet their supplier diversity goals.

“Our focus on small and diverse business utilization hasn’t changed,” added Grace. “NectariQ allows us to do even more by broadening the scope of supplier management while ensuring that businesses meet their diversity and ESG targets in ways that truly drive growth and innovation.”

A Global Solution with Local Impact

As part of IBEX IT Business Experts, a recognized leader in IT solutions and staffing services, NectariQ benefits from IBEX’s deep relationships and expertise in both federal government contracting and corporate supply chain management. Whether for small businesses, global corporations, or government agencies, NectariQ offers a best-in-class solution that intelligently transforms supplier management processes to increase efficiency, reduce administrative burden, and enhance supplier performance.

For more information on NectariQ and how it can help your business manage suppliers and meet reporting requirements, visit nectariqconnects.com or contact Ingrid James, I.V.James@IBEXExperts.com

About IBEX IT Business Experts

IBEX is an award-winning Professional Services firm specializing in Training, Consulting, and IT Solutions. Founded in 2012, IBEX is a certified Woman-Owned and Minority-Owned Small Business. IBEX works with government agencies and corporations including NASA, the US ARMY, the US Air Force, the Department of Defense, CDC, Cognizant, and Cox Communications to implement innovative technologies and training solutions. IBEX was named one of the fastest growing privately-owned companies in America by Inc. 5000 for four straight years, 2018-2021, and won the 2024 US Health and Human Services Woman Owned Small Business of the Year award. IBEX is committed to helping clients navigate complex IT and procurement challenges through expert solutions and cutting-edge software, such as the newly rebranded NectariQ platform. 

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TELUS announces election of directors

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VANCOUVER, BC, May 8, 2026 /CNW/ – TELUS Corporation (TELUS) (TSX: T) (NYSE: TU) announced today that the nominees listed in TELUS’ 2026 information circular were elected as directors of TELUS. The detailed results of the vote for the election of directors held at TELUS’ annual meeting on May 8, 2026 (the Meeting) are set out below.

Each of the following 14 nominees proposed by management was elected as a director of TELUS:

Nominee

Votes For  

% Votes For  

Votes Withheld  

% Votes Withheld 

Raymond T. Chan

592,322,965

97.91

12,667,245

2.09

Hazel Claxton

599,400,953

99.08

5,589,256

0.92

Lisa De Wilde

583,361,107

96.42

21,629,103

3.58

Victor Dodig

593,352,117

98.08

11,638,092

1.92

Darren Entwistle

586,791,970

96.99

18,198,239

3.01

Thomas Flynn

596,684,564

98.63

8,305,646

1.37

Mary Jo Haddad

577,841,419

95.51

27,148,791

4.49

Martha Hall Findlay     

595,075,545

98.36

9,914,665

1.64

Christine Magee

597,282,615

98.73

7,707,595

1.27

John Manley

579,845,538

95.84

25,144,672

4.16

David Mowat

592,867,380

98.00

12,122,830

2.00

Marc Parent

577,961,748

95.53

27,028,461

4.47

Denise Pickett

596,211,746

98.55

8,778,464

1.45

W. Sean Willy

595,898,668

98.50

9,091,541

1.50

Final voting results on all matters voted on at the Meeting will be published shortly on telus.com/agm, and filed with the Canadian and U.S. securities regulators.

About TELUS

TELUS (TSX: T, NYSE: TU) is a world-leading communications technology company operating in more than 45 countries and generating over $20 billion in annual revenue with more than 21 million customer connections through our advanced suite of broadband services for consumers, businesses and the public sector. We are committed to leveraging our technology to enable remarkable human outcomes. TELUS is passionate about putting our customers and communities first, leading the way globally in client service excellence and social capitalism. TELUS Health is enhancing approximately 170 million lives across 200 countries and territories through innovative preventive medicine and well-being technologies. TELUS Agriculture & Consumer Goods utilizes digital technologies and data insights to optimize the connection between producers and consumers. TELUS Digital specializes in digital customer experiences and future-focused digital transformations that deliver value for their global clients. Guided by our enduring ‘give where we live’ philosophy, TELUS continues to invest in initiatives that support education, health and community well-being. In 2023, we launched the TELUS Student Bursary, which strives to ensure that every young person in Canada who wants a postsecondary education has the opportunity to pursue one. To date, the program has distributed over $6 million in bursaries to 2,000 students and counting. Since 2000, TELUS, our team members and retirees have contributed $1.85 billion in cash, in-kind contributions, time and programs, including 2.5 million days of service–earning TELUS the distinction of the world’s most giving company.

For more information, visit telus.com or follow @Darren_Entwistle on Instagram.

For more information, please contact:

Jacinthe Beaulieu
TELUS Media Relations
Jacinthe.Beaulieu@telus.com

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CTK BIO SELECTED TO PARTICIPATE IN NGEN’S $62.7M ADVANCED MANUFACTURING INITIATIVE

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VANCOUVER, BC, May 8, 2026 /CNW/ – CTK Bio Canada today announced its selection as a participant in a Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen)-supported advanced manufacturing project, part of a $62.7 million national initiative backing 14 high-impact projects across Canada.

The initiative, recently announced by NGen, represents one of Canada’s most significant investments in advanced manufacturing, supporting collaborations between leading industry and technology partners to accelerate commercialization and strengthen global competitiveness. NGen’s project selection process is highly competitive, prioritizing initiatives with strong technical innovation, commercialization potential, and industry impact.

CTK Bio will contribute to the project titled “Streamlining Cosmetics Packaging with AI Powered Materials Informatics,” which uses artificial intelligence to guide the formulation and validation of packaging materials, ensuring compatibility with cosmetic products while meeting performance and regulatory requirements.

ADVANCING AI-DRIVEN MATERIALS INNOVATION
Through this project, CTK Bio is advancing an AI-powered materials informatics approach that improves how packaging materials are formulated, validated, and scaled for cosmetic applications.

By shifting from traditional trial-and-error methods to predictive, data-driven formulation, CTK Bio aims to:

Increase the success rate of new material developmentReduce formulation and validation timelinesLower development costsAccelerate commercialization of innovative and sustainable packaging solutions

EXECUTIVE COMMENTARY
JK Park, CEO
“This project unlocks synergies between CTK Bio and CTK Clip, where we already have an established global presence in the cosmetics market. By combining advanced materials innovation with existing market access, we can accelerate the commercialization of next-generation packaging solutions.”

ABOUT CTK BIO
CTK Bio Canada is focused on advancing next-generation biomaterials and manufacturing technologies, developing innovative solutions that enable more efficient, sustainable, and scalable production across global industries.

ABOUT NGEN
Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen) is the industry-led organization spearheading Canada’s Global Innovation Cluster for Advanced Manufacturing. NGen brings together industry, academia, and technology partners to drive innovation, accelerate commercialization, and enhance Canada’s global competitiveness.

SOCIAL MEDIA ACCOUNTS:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ctkbiocanada
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ctkbiocanada
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ctk-bio-canada

For more information, visit www.ctkbio.com or call (604) 372-4200.

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During Small Business Month, Reform CIPA Coalition Says Best Way to Support Small Businesses Is to Reform CIPA

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Coalition now includes more than 30 small businesses and nearly 40 organizations representing small business interests statewide

SACRAMENTO, Calif., May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — One of the best ways to celebrate and support small businesses this May is to protect them from abusive litigation tied to outdated interpretations of a 1960s law. In recognition of Small Business Month, the Reform CIPA Coalition today called on California policymakers  to modernize the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA), by passing SB 690. The Reform CIPA Coalition continues to grow. Among its 146 coalition members, more than 30 individual small businesses and over 40 organizations representing small business interests across California have joined the movement. Coalition members say momentum is building around the need to clarify that commonplace online tools already regulated under California’s consumer privacy laws should not trigger predatory lawsuits.

“An outdated 1960s law should not be weaponized against businesses using everyday technologies like chat features, appointment scheduling, or analytics tools. These lawsuits drive up costs, discourage investment, and make it harder for small businesses to grow. Senate Bill 690 offers a commonsense fix, and that’s why support for reform continues to expand,” said Michael Hedges, President of the California Small Business Association.

Coalition leaders said reform is not only about legal clarity, but affordability.

“This is an affordability issue caused by a legal issue. When small businesses, like many here in Los Angeles, are forced to spend money defending meritless lawsuits, those costs ripple through the economy. They affect jobs, prices, and local communities. A growing coalition of business leaders is coming together because California needs clear, modern rules that protect privacy without punishing responsible businesses,” said Mitchell Vieyra, Executive Vice President of the Los Angeles County Business Federation (BizFed).

A coalition small business member added:

“California’s small businesses are already navigating rising costs, labor pressures, and economic uncertainty. Being hit with lawsuits over routine website tools that help us communicate with customers and stay competitive is deeply unfair. Reforming CIPA is about protecting small businesses from abusive litigation while preserving strong privacy protections. That’s why more business owners are joining the Reform CIPA Coalition.” — Michelle Leopold, Owner/CMO, Stan’s Ace Hardware

Supporters say the best way to celebrate Small Business Month is to enact reforms that help small businesses survive and grow, not leave them vulnerable to costly lawsuits over routine technologies used every day to serve customers.

Senate Bill 690 would clarify that activities already governed under the California Consumer Privacy Act are not grounds for opportunistic CIPA claims, while maintaining strong privacy protections for consumers.

As Small Business Month continues, Reform CIPA Coalition members urged lawmakers to stand with local employers, entrepreneurs and job creators by advancing common sense reform.

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