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Stanley Black & Decker Takes Outdoor Innovation Center Stage at Equip Expo 2026 with DEWALT®, Cub Cadet® and Hustler®

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DEWALT®and Cub Cadet® will anchor the company’s outdoor presence with battery-powered professional handheld equipment, zero-turns, stand-ons, and expanded outdoor solutions at Booths 5116 and 7822DHustler® will feature commercial mowing products led by the brand new Stand-On Surfer Series

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Oct. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Stanley Black & Decker’s (NYSE: SWK), iconic outdoor brands – DEWALT®, Cub Cadet® and Hustler® – will showcase their latest outdoor power equipment innovations at Equip Expo 2026 from Oct. 21-23, giving attendees a closer look at new products, expanded lineups and solutions designed for landscapers, commercial contractors and property owners.

At this year’s show, DEWALT and Cub Cadet will lead Stanley Black & Decker’s outdoor brand portfolio, with a focus on battery-powered professional handheld equipment, zero-turns, stand-ons, and broader outdoor solutions for pros. Hustler also will be represented at Equip Expo 2026 as planned, showcasing its commercial mowing portfolio.

“Equip Expo is an important opportunity for us to show how our outdoor brands are continuing to evolve to meet the needs of professionals and property owners alike,” said Doug Redpath, President and General Manager, Outdoor Business, for Stanley Black & Decker. “This year, our brands will highlight how we are continuing to deliver innovation for outdoor professionals through advanced mowing solutions, battery-powered handheld equipment and broader property-focused applications.”

DEWALT®
DEWALT will showcase its growing portfolio of professional solutions at Equip Expo 2026, with a focus on its 60V MAX* commercial handheld innovation and solutions for landscapers, install-focused professionals and arborists.

Featured products are the 60V MAX* Earth Auger, 60V MAX* PowerShift™ Concrete Saw, 20V MAX* Compact Hedge, and Pruner, along with professional arborist tools such as the 60V MAX* top handle chainsaws, pole saws, a brush saw and related PPE and accessories. DEWALT also will highlight step-up options across key handheld categories including string trimmers, hedge trimmers and blowers, reinforcing its battery-powered solutions engineered to meet the demands of landscape and hardscape professionals.

For residential users, DEWALT will preview its 2X20V MAX* XR® 21-In. RWD Self-Propelled Lawn Mower Kit ahead of its November 2026 launch. Designed with a robust deck, Extreme X-Blades and striper kit, the mower expands the brand’s battery-powered offering for residential outdoor care, with up to 90 minutes of runtime† – among the best in its class.

Cub Cadet®
Cub Cadet will showcase the depth of its zero-turn lineup, from its Ultima Series™ to commercial-grade zero-turns. Together, the lineup underscores Cub Cadet’s commitment to performance, durability, comfort and industry-leading innovation across a wide range of mowing applications.

A key focus at the show will be highlighting Synchro-Steer™ technology, Cub Cadet’s proprietary technology designed to create a true zero turn experience with the comfort, precision and ease of a steering wheel. The technology remains a key point of differentiation for the brand, capable of managing hills up to 25-degrees and hill pivoting seat on select models. Cub Cadet will also highlight comfort and operator control across the portfolio, including premium seating, easy access and configurations available with either lap bars or a steering wheel.

Attendees can also put their endurance to the test in Cub Cadet’s Enduro Challenge, competing to win an Ultima ZTXS Synchro-Steer™ zero-turn mower or other prizes. No purchase necessary to enter.ⱡ

Hustler®
Hustler will be represented at Equip Expo 2026 with products from its commercial mowing portfolio, led by the Surfer Series. Building on last year’s launch of the Surfer X, the lineup now includes the Surfer XL, Surfer XD and Surfer XDX, expanding Hustler’s stand-on offering for landscapers and commercial contractors.

Key features across the Surfer Series include adjustable hip pads for all day comfort, robust commercial grade components designed for all season use, and an optional accessory that allows operators to swap from a single-bar to a dual-bar drive control setup based on preference. The lineup further emphasizes durability through a heavy-duty 1.5 x 3-inch one-piece fabricated frame and thick fabricated steel decks. Additional Hustler products on display will include the FasTrak X, FasTrak XD and Raptor XDX.

Attendees can also enter Hustler’s Surf the Turf Mower Giveaway for a chance to win one of three Surfer Series stand-on mowers. No purchase is necessary to enter to win. Winners to be drawn at 3 p.m. EST on October 22, 2026, in the Hustler booth.+

Visit DEWALT, Cub Cadet and HUSTLER at Equip Expo 2026
Attendees can visit DEWALT, Cub Cadet and HUSTLER at Booth 5112 inside and Booth 7822D outside during Equip Expo 2026 to learn more about the latest products, speak with brand representatives and experience key activations throughout the show.

For more information, visit:
Cub Cadet: www.cubcadet.com
DEWALT: www.dewalt.com
Hustler: www.hustlerturf.com 

About Stanley Black & Decker
Founded in 1843 and headquartered in the USA, Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) is a worldwide leader in Tools and Outdoor, operating manufacturing facilities globally. The Company’s approximately 41,000 employees produce innovative end-user inspired power tools, hand tools, storage, digital jobsite solutions, outdoor and lifestyle products, and engineered fasteners to support the world’s builders, tradespeople and DIYers. The Company’s world class portfolio of trusted brands includes DEWALT®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, BLACK+DECKER®, and Cub Cadet®. To learn more visit: www.stanleyblackanddecker.com or follow Stanley Black & Decker on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X.

*Maximum initial battery voltage (measured without a workload) is 20 and 60. Nominal voltage is 18 and 54 respectively. 

†Per charge, equivalent to removing one inch of grass, on height setting 6, using (2) DCB112.

ⱡCub Cadet Enduro Challenge: No purchase necessary. See Official Rules. Enter 10/21–22/2026 while Cub Cadet booth is open. To enter you must be a registered 2026 Equip Expo attendee, age 18+ and legal resident of 1 of 48 contiguous states of USA or D.C. Residents of Alaska and Hawaii are not eligible to enter. Additional restrictions apply. Sponsored by Cub Cadet LLC. Void where prohibited.

+HUSTLER® SURF THE TURF MOWER GIVEAWAY 2026: NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. For official rules, visit https://www.hustlerturf.com/surftheturfgiveaway. Enter 10/21 – 22/26. To enter you must be a legal resident of contiguous USA (48 states or Wash., DC), age 18+, Landscape or Hardscape Professional and registered attendee at the 2026 Equipment Expo. Residents of Alaska and Hawaii are not eligible to enter. Employees of Sponsor are not eligible to enter. Additional restrictions apply. Odds of winning depend on number of eligible entries. Limit of (1) entry per person. YOU MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN. Sponsored by Hustler Turf Equipment, Hesston, KS. All federal, state and local laws and regulations apply. Void where prohibited.

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LEAP Group Relaunches HumanView, a Growth Intelligence System Built to Explain Why Customers Behave the Way They Do

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Reimagined from the ground up, HumanView pairs statistical modeling with expert analysts to turn millions of real-world customer signals into business decisions

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — LEAP Group today announced the relaunch of HumanView, its growth intelligence service. The new version has been rebuilt from the ground up and now has a dedicated home at leapgroupnetwork.com/humanview.

HumanView analyzes what customers say and do across social platforms, e-commerce sites, review platforms, search behavior and user-generated content, including signals from Reddit, TikTok, YouTube, Meta, Amazon and Walmart+ that general AI tools cannot always access. Because the data reflects unprompted, real-world behavior, it avoids the response bias built into surveys and focus groups.

The service works in three layers. HumanView captures signals at scale, decodes millions of records through validated statistical models such as regression, correlation and clustering, and then relies on experienced analysts to interpret the patterns. Clients receive clear, human-validated insights instead of another dashboard.

“Machines find the patterns. Humans find the point,” said Alan Gilleo, CEO at LEAP Group. “The first version of HumanView showed us how much customers reveal when nobody is asking them questions. This version is built to explain why they act the way they do, and to put those answers in front of everyone making decisions, from product to service to marketing.”

HumanView focuses on three areas:

Growth Intelligence: customer motivations and how people perceive a brand and its competitors

Market and Category Intelligence: product pain points, service friction, unmet needs and competitive gaps

Audience Intelligence: new segments, positioning opportunities and gaps in the market

Every model is designed and validated by data scientists and benchmarked before it informs a recommendation.

To learn more about HumanView, visit leapgroupnetwork.com/humanview.

About LEAP Group
LEAP Group is a boutique marketing agency holding company with offices in Louisville, Indianapolis, Cincinnati and Chicago. Guided by the belief that brands should “Market Less. Matter More.,” LEAP gives clients access to specialized experts across its entire network. Learn more at leapgroupnetwork.com.

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STEPHEN A. SMITH ADDRESSES WHITE HOUSE DINNER ATTENDANCE, REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO HBCUs AND PROTECTING CORPORATE INVESTMENT IN BLACK EDUCATION

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NEW YORK, Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Stephen A. Smith, media mogul, New York Times bestselling author, and proud 1991 graduate of Winston-Salem State University, is addressing the public discussion surrounding his decision to attend a White House dinner with President Donald Trump, emphasizing his commitment to the long-term financial stability of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

For Smith, the decision was rooted in a commitment to institutions that have educated generations of Black leaders, professionals, entrepreneurs, and public servants.

“I will always advocate for HBCUs and the students whose futures depend on them,” Smith said. “My reason for attending the White House dinner was to discuss the challenges these institutions face in securing long-term funding and to make the case that corporate America must continue to invest in them.”

Smith acknowledged federal support through the FUTURE Act while expressing concern that political tensions surrounding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) could discourage private companies from supporting HBCUs. He maintains that these institutions deserve sustained corporate partnerships, philanthropic contributions, and public investment.

“If we truly believe in free-market capitalism, businesses should be able to support educational institutions and charitable causes without fear of criticism or repercussions,” Smith said. “HBCUs have made extraordinary contributions to this country. They deserve sustained public and private investment.”

Ashley Christopher, Esq., Founder and CEO of the HBCU Week Foundation, recognized Smith’s advocacy and decision to engage with the administration.

“Stephen A. Smith has been a powerful advocate for HBCUs, using his platform and influence to shine a national spotlight on our institutions,” expressed Christopher, “His continued support of HBCU Week helps advance our mission of connecting students with life-changing educational opportunities, and we are proud to have him as our ambassador.”

Since Smith became an HBCU Week Ambassador in 2019, the initiative has facilitated more than 15,000 on-the-spot college acceptances and raised and awarded more than $150 million in scholarships, according to the HBCU Week Foundation.

As public discussion continues, Smith is emphasizing the importance of ensuring HBCUs have the resources and partnerships needed to educate future generations and expand opportunities for students.

CLICK HERE to watch Smith’s full response to his White House visit.

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Advantex Announces Completion of Financing and Extension of Maturity Date of Previously Issued Debentures

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TORONTO, Oct. 23, 2026 /CNW/ — Advantex Marketing International Inc. (CSE: ADX) (“Advantex”), a leader in the merchant cash advance and loyalty marketing products for merchants, today announced the completion of a $250,000 secured debt financing. Advantex issued a $250,000 non-convertible debenture which bears an interest rate at 12% per annum and matures December 15, 2027. The proceeds raised from this issuance of the Debenture will be used for working capital purposes.

Advantex has also extended the maturity of its existing $700,000 in 12% secured debentures from October 10, 2026 to December 15, 2027.

About Advantex Marketing International Inc.

Advantex provides working capital to merchants. Advantex also provides specialized marketing programs that enable members of Aeroplan to earn Aeroplan points at participating merchants.

Advantex shares trade on the Canadian Securities Exchange under the symbol ADX. For more information go to Advantex’s profile on www.sedar.com

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This news release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of applicable securities laws relating to the future business and operations of Advantex. Actual results and developments may differ materially from those contemplated by these statements. The business and operations of Advantex described herein is dependent on a number of factors and is subject to a number of risks and uncertainties. Factors that could cause actual results to differ material include, but are not limited to, changes in Advantex’s economic and competitive conditions including but not limited to the industry sectors in which Advantex operates.

The statements in this news release are made of the date of this release. Forward-looking statements are made based on management’s beliefs, estimates and opinions on the date the statements are made and Advantex undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements if these beliefs, estimates and opinions or other circumstances should change, except as required by applicable law.

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