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A Boca Raton Family Office Tests Whether a 1986 Warren Buffett Ad Still Works in 2026

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J2 Labs, a Boca Raton family office, has run a memo – closely modeled on Warren Buffett’s famous 1986 “businesses wanted” newspaper ad – in the South Florida Sun Sentinel, testing whether the same plain-spoken approach can still reach business owners in the age of AI.

BOCA RATON, Fla., July 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — In 1986, Warren Buffett ran a now-famous newspaper ad inviting owners to sell him their businesses – plain-spoken, no bankers, no pitch. Forty years later, a Boca Raton family office has run a closely modeled memo in the South Florida Sun Sentinel to see whether the same approach still reaches business owners in the age of AI. The memo reads in full:

We want to buy or partner with businesses earning $1,000,000 or more in profit.

We are looking to acquire all or part of established businesses with real, proven cash flow, providing owners with a straightforward liquidity event while allowing them to remain involved for as long as they wish.

At J2 Labs we buy exceptional businesses and keep them. We are operators first – not bankers, consultants, or financial engineers. Our team has built companies, taken them public on the Nasdaq and NYSE, managed global workforces, and served on the boards of billion-dollar enterprises. Every company that joins J2 gains access to that experience, network, and perspective while maintaining its independence. We are building a league of enduring businesses that learn from one another, support one another, and are positioned to thrive in the post-AI era.

We believe great businesses are built by the people already running them. Our capital is permanent, our ownership is stable, and our time horizon is measured in decades. We are there when our partners want us, and out of the way when they do not.

Phone or email us with a general description of your business and tell us the sort of transaction you are seeking. We can immediately tell you whether we have an interest. And if we do, we will proceed instantly.

Our ideal match:

Profitable businesses (at least $1M of operating cash flow, and preferably much more). Actual operating cash flow and GAAP profitability – not adjusted EBITDA, pro forma EBITDA, or other add-back-driven metrics.

Demonstrated, consistent earning power. Future projections are of no interest to us.

Businesses that generate attractive returns on equity with little or no debt.

A genuine competitive advantage – something that makes the business painful to leave: high switching costs, workflow lock-in, proprietary data, regulatory hurdles, mission criticality, or another durable advantage.

Founder-led is preferred but not required. You built it and know it best.

An asking price based on an acceptable multiple of current operating cash flow. We value a business on what it earns, not what it bills; and on what it is producing today, not on projections, potential, or outcomes that have not yet happened.

Importantly, a high-integrity, intelligent business owner with a successful track record.

Ideally you meet all of these criteria if you are reaching out to us.

For the right CEO, we are not just capital. We are quiet, long-term partners. Your inquiry will be totally confidential and you will deal directly with us.

About J2 Labs

J2 Labs is a Boca Raton-based family office and permanent-capital firm that acquires all or part of established, profitable businesses and holds them for the long term. Learn more at https://j2labs.co.

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Shay Di Castro
Managing Director, J2 Labs
561-441-6026
shay@j2labs.co
https://j2labs.co

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America’s Largest Political Group Is Getting Its Own Election Night

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A record 45% of Americans identify with neither party. On November 3, they get the first nationally televised Election Night built around the independent voter bloc, presented by United Independents, the organization behind the Independent National Convention, in partnership with DeFiance Media.

WASHINGTON, Oct. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Can the country’s largest bloc of voters turn identity into representation? Independents now make up 45% of U.S. adults, a record high in Gallup’s 2025 data, yet partisan coverage continues to dominate mainstream mediums. On November 3, one broadcast will cover the election from the Independent point of view.

Broadcast live from the National Press Club’s television studio in Washington, D.C. Election Night 2026: Independent Edition is an eight-hour program hosted by Christopher Life, founder and CEO of United Independents, and Macy Gunnell, NewsForce’s White House correspondent. DeFiance Media will be producing and streaming the broadcast.

Built on live election data from The Associated Press (AP), the program will call the national races as the returns come in. Then it goes where other broadcasts don’t: race-by-race coverage of independent candidates in consequential congressional contests, and guest conversations with the strategists and organizers behind them.

Built for the Voters Both Parties Are Chasing

Two generations of Americans have come of age as independent voters, and in 74 years of nationally televised Election Night broadcasts, not one has been built around them. This one is: national results and the balance of power, dedicated coverage of the independent candidates who could tip the next Congress, and a live chat with selected viewer questions put to the hosts and guests on air.

Open to Every Newsroom

Television pool feed. U.S. television outlets, including local stations, can carry the program live, in full or in part, separate from DeFiance Media’s full-program streaming.Social streaming. The broadcast streams through participating social media partners. Channels that want to carry it can sign up at Election2026.live.Live clips and excerpts. Newsrooms, commentators, and creators can pull portions of the program for reporting and social distribution while the broadcast is underway.

Request access through the Media & Distribution Access Form at Election2026.live.

Free and Accessible Nationwide

Going live Tuesday, November 3rd, 2026, from 6 PM- 2 AM ET. Updates, guest announcements, and viewing instructions: Election2026.live.

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Shaun Saunders
shaun@graffiticreativegroup.com

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Pianist Michael Weinstein Wins Best Social Media Music Collaborations at the 2026 Vega Awards

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With more than a million followers across social media, Weinstein’s piano collaborations bring together vocalists from around the world to create unique musical performances and reach new audiences.

SOUTH SALEM, N.Y., Oct. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Pianist, entrepreneur and social media creator Michael Weinstein has been recognized at the 2026 Vega Digital Awards in the Social Media Collaboration category for his music collaboration series, Piano Sessions: Bringing Voices Together Through Music.

“I love collaborating with talented singers including building friendships that have become just as meaningful as the music itself.”

Weinstein has built a social media audience of more than a million followers across TikTok, Instagram and other platforms by sharing piano performances and collaborations with singers from around the world. His videos feature vocalists performing alongside his piano accompaniment, creating intimate musical performances that showcase each artist’s individual talent and style.

While Weinstein has spent much of his professional career building businesses and marketing consumer brands, music has always remained one of his greatest passions.

“Music has always been a huge part of my life and one of the things I enjoy most is collaborating with other musicians,” said Weinstein. “I’ve had the opportunity to work with so many incredibly talented singers and I love being able to play alongside them and create something special together. It’s also rewarding to introduce these artists to new audiences while building relationships and friendships that have become just as meaningful as the music itself.”

An accomplished pianist and keyboardist, Weinstein has collaborated with an impressive range of vocalists, including artists who have performed and recorded with Maroon 5, Sting, John Legend, Alicia Keys, Usher, Lauryn Hill and Jill Scott. He has also collaborated with standout performers from American Idol, America’s Got Talent and The Voice.

Weinstein is also planning a live concert in New York City in 2027, bringing together several of the talented vocalists featured on his social media channels for a special collaborative performance. Additional details will be announced in the coming months.

Outside of music, Weinstein is the Founder and CEO of JAM Direct, a marketing and advertising agency, and former Chief Marketing Officer of Allstar Products Group, where he was responsible for marketing some of the most successful products in “As Seen On TV” history, including the Snuggie, ShamWow and Shake Weight.

Watch Michael Weinstein’s performances here:

https://linktr.ee/mweinsteinmusic

About the Vega Digital Awards

The Vega Digital Awards is an international competition recognizing excellence in social media, digital marketing and brand strategy. Judged by the International Awards Associate (IAA), the competition honors work that demonstrates innovation, effectiveness and measurable impact across the global marketing landscape.

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Michael Weinstein, JAM Direct, 1 9146610053, mw@jamdirect.com, https://michaelweinstein.me/

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Landis+Gyr Secures Major Contract with Leading US Utility

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October 26, 2026

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CHAM, Switzerland and ALPHARETTA, Ga., Oct. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Landis+Gyr Group AG (SIX: LAND), a global energy technology leader driving intelligent innovation across the grid, today announced that it has secured a major contract with a leading US investor-owned electric utility. The agreement covers more than 3 million advanced metering endpoints.

Under the agreement, Landis+Gyr will provide Revelo meters and associated network and head-end system technologies, complemented by advanced security solutions, premium support, and software maintenance and services. The deployment is expected to advance the utility’s grid modernization objectives by enhancing security, grid visibility and operational performance.

“This important win reflects the strong momentum of our Grid Edge Intelligence portfolio and the trust customers place in Landis+Gyr to support large-scale grid modernization programs. By combining advanced metering, integrated technology, security and support capabilities, we look forward to helping this utility enhance grid visibility, reliability and operational performance,” said Peter Mainz, Chief Executive Officer of Landis+Gyr.

About Landis+Gyr

Landis+Gyr is a global energy technology leader, delivering intelligent solutions that connect devices, data, and decisions across the grid. Trusted by more than 2,000 utilities worldwide, we transform traditional devices into intelligent, networked sensors, giving utilities real-time grid visibility and system control. With these combined insights, electric, gas, and water companies can anticipate demand, optimize operations, and deliver energy that’s more reliable, resilient, accessible, safe, and sustainable for everyone. For more information, please visit our website www.landisgyr.com.

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