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Faldo’s “digital twin” and digitized voice will power a premium experience for golf courses and golfers using the GOLF.AI CONCIERGE Agent

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH / ACCESS Newswire / March 3, 2026 / GOLF.AI Inc., the world’s No. 1 AI company in golf, today announced that Sir Nick Faldo, a 6X major champion golfer, has become its Global Ambassador.

Under terms of the partnership, Faldo (a shareholder in GOLF.AI), will represent the GOLF.AI brand across key media, industry, and public touchpoints.

As part of the agreement, Faldo’s “digital twin” will appear across the GOLF.AI brand and communications, and Faldo’s digitized voice will drive the caller experience for the company’s flagship golf course service, the GOLF.AI^TM CONCIERGE Agent, which was formally launched today.

Courses can launch the GOLF.AI CONCIERGE Agent in under five minutes here – https://courses.golf.ai/ – without any technical ability or upfront development costs, and begin reducing missed calls, lowering staffing pressure, boosting revenue and saving thousands of dollars per month from day one.

According to the company, the result is a premium, trusted “front door” for golf courses and clubs around the globe, an AI product that supports faster bookings, consistent answers to common questions, reduced operating costs, improved member and guest relations, plus lowered costs and boosted revenue through better capture of inbound demand.

“Golf is built on trust, consistency, and experience, and that is exactly what courses are expected to deliver every day on every call,” said Clive Mayhew, CEO and Co-Founder of GOLF.AI. “Sir Nick Faldo brings global credibility and an unmatched standard of excellence to the GOLF.AI CONCIERGE Agent for golf courses worldwide.

^{PHOTO CAPTION: Clive Mayhew, CEO and Co-Founder of GOLF.AI shown sitting in a clubhouse at a golf course. March 2026}

“With Sir Nick as our Global Ambassador, and a shareholder, we’re elevating what it means to be the first point of contact for a course,” Mayhew continued. “The GOLF.AI CONCIERGE Agent helps clubs and courses answer every call and message 24/7, handles bookings quickly, and delivers course-approved accuracy, all while Nick’s presence elevates that interaction into a premium experience from the very first ‘Hello.’”

Faldo is widely regarded as one of the greatest golfers of all time, with six major championships to his credit, including three Masters titles and three Open Championships, plus a total of 41 total professional wins, with 30 on the European Tour. He also spent 97 weeks ranked No. 1 in the Official World Golf Ranking.

“I’ve spent my life in golf competing at the highest level, studying the game, and sharing it with fans and players around the world,” said Sir Nick Faldo, Global Ambassador and shareholder of GOLF.AI. “What excites me about GOLF.AI is the chance to combine my global insight and experience of the sport with a purpose-built AI platform that can help courses and golfers everywhere. With the GOLF.AI CONCIERGE Agent and the broader GOLF.AI vision, we can bring AI-empowered intelligence to golfers in a way the industry has never seen, improving how people connect with courses and how courses serve their members and guests.”

As Bo Lehew, General Manager of Golf Club of Texas in San Antonio, Texas explains, the coming role of artificial intelligence in each pro shop and on each course is crucial.

“GOLF.AI CONCIERGE isn’t something that golf course operators should be looking to in the future,” Lehew said. “If you wait that long then you will be left behind. GOLF.AI CONCIERGE is the present, and the immediate impact (coupled with the outstanding service of the entire GOLF.AI team), is something that is a necessity to implement now.”

To learn more about GOLF.AI, its relationship with Sir Nick Faldo, and/or experience a demo of the GOLF.AI CONCIERGE Agent please visit https://courses.golf.ai or reach out to the media relations contact listed below.

About GOLF.AI Inc.

GOLF.AI Inc. is the world’s #1 AI company in golf. Its flagship service, the GOLF.AI CONCIERGE Agent, helps golf courses capture every booking opportunity by automating tee time bookings, answering every pro shop call and message 24/7, and responding to course questions with course-approved accuracy. Through its partnership with Sir Nick Faldo, GOLF.AI helps reduce missed calls, improve responsiveness, and create a consistent experience for members and guests. Golfers can also download the GOLF.AI mobile app where they can instantly get AI-informed answers to golf questions from Sir Nick Faldo, explore and book tee times, follow the latest news in the golf industry, track PGA and LIV events, as well as the latest global golf rankings, and more. =

GOLF.AI and GOLF.AI CONCIERGE are both trademarks of GOLF.AI Inc. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners. Copyright 2026 ^© of GOLF.AI Inc.

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Collaboration aims to create the first-ever sublingual alprazolam powder, addressing the need for faster-acting anxiety medication.

Phase 1 clinical trial of the patent-pending, rapid-onset formulation planned for mid-2026.

Alprazolam remains a top 40 prescribed medication in the US, with over 15.8 million prescriptions in 2023.

ESTERO, FL / ACCESS Newswire / March 3, 2026 / Aspire Biopharma Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq:ASBP) (“Aspire” or the “Company”), a biopharmaceutical company developing multi-faceted, patent-pending drug delivery technology, today announced a strategic partnership with Microsize (Quakertown, Pennsylvania), the largest independent North American contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) focused on cGMP micronization and particle size engineering.

Aspire has engaged Microsize to accelerate the development of a novel sublingual powder formulation of alprazolam, the active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) in the widely prescribed anti-anxiety medication Xanax^®.

Addressing the Need for Faster Relief
Although traditional oral alprazolam tablets are highly effective, they can take 25 minutes or more to take effect as they pass through the gastric system and liver. Aspire’s novel sublingual formulation is designed to bypass the digestive tract, delivering the medication directly into the bloodstream for faster, more predictable relief of anxiety disorders and panic attacks.

“Our collaboration with Microsize is a critical milestone in bringing a modern, fast-acting alternative to millions of patients suffering from anxiety” said Kraig Higginson, Interim CEO of Aspire Biopharma. “Microsize’s unparalleled expertise in particle engineering, together with the support of Pace®, a leading testing and analytical lab, will allow us to optimize our sublingual powder, accelerating our journey toward a Phase 1 clinical trial planned for mid-2026. We are aiming to be the first alprazolam sublingual product on the market.”

Industry-Leading Technical Collaboration
Microsize specializes in particle size reduction, micronization, and solubility enhancement for drugs. To complement this development, Aspire has also engaged Pace®, a leading science and technology company with a nationwide network of laboratories, to manage drug-excipient compatibility, formulation development, batch manufacturing, and stability studies.

Market Opportunity
Alprazolam was the 37th most commonly prescribed medication in the United States in 2023, with over 15.8 million combined branded and generic prescriptions. According to Research and Markets, the global alprazolam powder market is projected to reach $55.84 billion by 2032, driven by increasing prevalence of anxiety, a growing geriatric population, and the demand for enhanced drug delivery systems.

About Microsize
For over 30 years, Microsize has been a pioneer in enhancing dissolution and bioavailabilty of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API’s) and functional excipients via particle size reduction technologies including milling, micronization and classification. Operating from 100,000 square feet in US-based, state-of-the-art, FDA inspected GMP facilities, Microsize has the experience and capabilities to rapidly develop, scale up, and process API’s and excipients ranging from grams to multi-metric tons, including highly potent compounds. Microsize is the partner of choice from small biotechs to big pharma to CDMO’s, and is recognized for its speed, responsiveness, and high customer-touch business model. Visit www.microsize.com.

About Aspire Biopharma Holdings, Inc.
Aspire Biopharma has developed a patent-pending sublingual delivery technology that can deliver drugs to the body rapidly and precisely. This technology offers the potential to improve effectiveness and reduce side effects by going directly to the bloodstream and avoiding the gastrointestinal tract. Aspire Biopharma’s delivery technology can be applied to many different active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive substances, spanning small molecule therapeutics, nutraceuticals and supplements.

For more information, please visit www.aspirebiolabs.com

Aspire Biopharma Holdings, Inc.

Contact

PCG Advisory
Kevin McGrath
+1-646-418-7002
kevin@pcgadvisory.com

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Second Consecutive Year Click Media Named Best Talent Management Agency

FRISCO, TX / ACCESS Newswire / March 3, 2026 / Click Media, a leading talent management company representing creators and digital influencers and GameSquare Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:GAME) (“GameSquare” or “the Company”), today announced that it has been named the Best Talent Management Agency for the second year in a row at the 2025 AiMCO Awards. The AiMCO Summit and Awards were held on February 26, 2026, at NIDA Theatres in Kensington NSW.

In its fifth year, the AiMCO Awards celebrate world-class content, strategic excellence, and groundbreaking innovation across Australia’s influencer marketing ecosystem. The awards recognize agencies, brands, and creators that are shaping the future of digital storytelling and creator-led commerce.

The recognition highlights Click Media’s continued leadership in talent management, brand partnerships, and integrated, creator-lead campaigns. Over the past year, Click Media delivered strong performance across its platform. Total deal value increased 32% year-over-year while average creator earnings grew 43%, reflecting the strength of Click’s diversified monetization model. The agency expanded its U.S. presence, which contributed 45% of its global pipeline, and watch times across its production division grew 40% to more than 5.8 billion minutes.

“Click Media’s back-to-back recognition as Best Talent Management Agency underscores the strength of our global creator platform and reinforces GameSquare’s strategy of investing in category-leading assets across the gaming and digital media ecosystem,” said Justin Kenna, CEO of GameSquare. “Click’s success demonstrates the power of pairing premium talent representation with data, analytics, and brand integration capabilities.”

“We are incredibly proud to be recognized by AiMCO for the second year in a row,” said Emma Barnes, Co-Founder of Click Media. “This award is a testament to the strength of our creators, the dedication of our team, and our commitment to delivering innovative, performance-driven campaigns for our brand partners. As the creator economy continues to evolve, we remain focused on building long-term value for our talent and scalable impact for our clients.”

As part of GameSquare’s global platform, Click Media leverages a powerful talent management platform and top-tier talent relationships to connect brands with highly engaged audiences across YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and emerging digital channels. The Company believes the award further solidifies Click Media’s position as a premier partner for creators and brands, navigating the rapidly expanding influencer marketing landscape.

For more information about Click Media and its award-winning talent management services, please visit www.clickmedia.group.

About Click Management

Click Management is a leading talent management company representing creators and digital influencers. Founded by Grace Watkins, Emma Barnes and Elliott Watkins, Click has established itself as a global leader in digital talent management, and a trusted partner for talent and brands alike, helping creators grow their businesses and connecting them with world-class opportunities.

For more information, visit www.clickmedia.group.

About GameSquare Holdings, Inc.

GameSquare (NASDAQ:GAME) is a cutting-edge media, entertainment, and technology company transforming how brands and publishers connect with Gen Z, Gen Alpha, and Millennial audiences. With a platform that spans award-winning creative services, advanced analytics, and FaZe Esports, one of the most iconic gaming organizations, we operate one of the largest gaming media networks in North America. As a digital-native business, GameSquare provides brands with unparalleled access to world-class creators and talent, delivering authentic connections across gaming, esports, and youth culture. Complementing our operating strategy, GameSquare has developed an innovative treasury management program designed to generate yield and enhance capital efficiency, reinforcing our commitment to building a dynamic, high-performing media company at the intersection of culture, technology, and next-generation financial innovation.

To learn more, visit www.gamesquare.com.

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CONTACT:
Investor Relations
Andrew Berger
Phone: (216) 464-6400
Email: ir@gamesquare.com

Media Relations
Chelsey Northern / The Untold
Phone: (254) 855-4028
Email: pr@gamesquare.com

SOURCE: GameSquare Holdings, Inc.

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PHILADELPHIA, PA / ACCESS Newswire / March 3, 2026 / Datavault AI Inc. (“Datavault AI” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ:DVLT), a provider of data monetization, credentialing, digital engagement, and real‑world asset tokenization technologies, today highlighted a marked increase in institutional ownership alongside continued commercial expansion across media and enterprise markets.

Between the fourth quarter of 2025 and February 2026, several major asset managers significantly expanded their positions in Datavault AI. According to recent public filings, Vanguard increased its holdings from approximately 393,000 shares to 11.8 million shares. State Street expanded from roughly 335,000 shares to 10.0 million shares. BlackRock increased its position from approximately 136,000 shares to 4.1 million shares. These changes represent percentage increases of approximately 2,900%, 2,800%, and 3,000%, respectively.

Management views this increase in institutional participation as support for Datavault AI’s execution strategy and long-term revenue potential. The ownership expansion follows a period of substantial operational growth. Leadership attributes this growth to expanding enterprise adoption, strategic acquisitions, and high-visibility commercial partnerships.

Recent platform expansion includes agreements with Sports Illustrated and NFL Alumni, extending Datavault AI’s presence within premium sports media ecosystems. The Company also completed the acquisition of API Media, strengthening its media distribution capabilities and enhancing its data monetization infrastructure.

In addition, Datavault AI announced in 2025 a $150 million strategic investment from Scilex Holding Company, further reinforcing capital resources as the Company scales.

“Data is no longer just information. It’s an asset class,” said Nathaniel Bradley, CEO of Datavault AI. “We are building the secure infrastructure that enables enterprises and media platforms to capture, manage, and monetize that value at scale.”

With increased institutional participation, expanding commercial relationships, and continued platform integration, Datavault AI positioned for heightened visibility and sustained growth across capital markets and industry channels in 2026.

About Datavault AI

Datavault AI^™ (Nasdaq:DVLT) is leading the way in AI driven data experiences, valuation and monetization of assets in the Web 3.0 environment. The Company’s cloud-based platform provides comprehensive solutions with a collaborative focus in its Acoustic Science and Data Science Divisions. Datavault AI’s Acoustic Science Division features WiSA^®, ADIO^® and Sumerian^® patented technologies and industry-first foundational spatial and multichannel wireless HD sound transmission technologies with IP covering audio timing, synchronization and multi-channel interference cancellation. The Data Science Division leverages the power of Web 3.0 and high-performance computing to provide solutions for experiential data perception, valuation and secure monetization. Datavault AI’s cloud-based platform provides comprehensive solutions serving multiple industries, including HPC software licensing for sports & entertainment, events & venues, biotech, education, fintech, real estate, healthcare, energy and more. The Information Data Exchange^® (IDE) enables Digital Twins, licensing of name, image and likeness (NIL) by securely attaching physical real-world objects to immutable metadata objects, fostering responsible AI with integrity. Datavault AI’s technology suite is completely customizable and offers AI and Machine Learning (ML) automation, third-party integration, detailed analytics and data, marketing automation and advertising monitoring. The Company is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. Learn more about Datavault AI at www.dvlt.ai.

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This press release contains “forward-looking statements” (within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended, and other securities laws) about Datavault AI Inc. (“Datavault AI,” the “Company,” “us,” “our,” or “we”) and our industry that involve risks and uncertainties. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements because they contain words, such as “may,” “might,” “will,” “shall,” “should,” “expects,” “plans,” “anticipates,” “could,” “intends,” “target,” “projects,” “contemplates,” “believes,” “estimates,” “predicts,” “potential,” “goal,” “objective,” “seeks,” “likely” or “continue” or the negative of these words or other similar terms or expressions that concern our expectations, strategy, plans or intentions. The absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. Such forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, statements regarding future events, anticipated growth in 2026, and the expected operational, technical and commercial outcomes of the Company’s commercial strategy, are necessarily based upon estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by the Company and its management, are inherently uncertain. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these and other forward-looking statements contained herein.

Actual results may differ materially from those indicated by these forward-looking statements as a result of various risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to, the following: risks related to the ability of Datavault AI to successfully implement its commercial partnerships, collaborations and/or strategies; the risk that asset managers and other institutional investors may not increase or maintain their ownership interests in Datavault AI; changes in market demand for Datavault AI’s services and products; changes in economic, market, or regulatory conditions; risks relating to evolving regulatory frameworks applicable to tokenized assets; risks associated with technological development and integration; and other risks and uncertainties as more fully described in Datavault AI’s filings with the SEC, including its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024 and other filings that Datavault AI makes from time to time with the SEC, which are available on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov, and could cause actual results to vary from expectations.

The forward-looking statements made in this press release relate only to events as of the date on which the statements are made. Datavault AI undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements made in this press release to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this press release or to reflect new information or the occurrence of unanticipated events, except as required by law. Datavault AI may not actually achieve the plans, intentions or expectations disclosed in its forward-looking statements, and you should not place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. Datavault AI’s forward-looking statements do not reflect the potential impact of any future acquisitions, mergers, dispositions, joint ventures or investments it may make.

CONTACT:

John Shaw
(503) 615-7700
Ir@dvlt.ai

SOURCE: Datavault AI Inc

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New approach shifts planning from reactive processes to AI-driven decision intelligence

ANTWERPEN, BE / ACCESS Newswire / March 3, 2026 / OMP, a leading provider of AI-powered supply chain planning solutions, launches Unison Decision-Centric Planning, a new approach that helps organizations move from reactive, process-driven planning to proactive, event-driven decision-making.

Built on OMP’s flagship Unison Planning^™ platform, Unison Decision-Centric Planning combines advanced AI, autonomous agents, real-time scenario modeling, and human validation to accelerate decision velocity. The approach enables organizations to anticipate disruption, evaluate trade-offs, and act with confidence in increasingly volatile supply chain environments.

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Two global industry leaders to advance concrete intelligence as AI in construction accelerates at 24.8% CAGR to $35B market by 2034.

OTTAWA, ONTARIO / ACCESS Newswire / March 3, 2026 / Giatec, a global leader in digital concrete technology platforms, today announced the commencement of its commercial partnership with Sika, a world-leading specialty chemicals company with a global footprint in the construction and infrastructure markets. Leveraging Sika’s extensive global reach, trusted customer relationships, and deep industry expertise, the companies join to further accelerate the adoption of Giatec’s data-driven digital solutions across concrete production, transit, placement, and long-term performance management throughout the construction value chain.

Industry professionals interested in learning more can connect with both companies during CONEXPO-CON/AGG, taking place from March 3-7. Giatec will be exhibiting at booth C30134, and Sika at booth C20428, where representatives will be available to discuss the partnership, product portfolio, and its industry impact.

GIATEC CORPORATE PROFILE
Giatec is the category-defining digital concrete technology platform and the global leader in unifying concrete production, delivery, and placement into one intelligent system. As the intelligence backbone from plant to pour and beyond, Giatec transforms real-time data into measurable performance, accelerating construction, lowering carbon impact, reducing risk, and ensuring long-term concrete performance at scale.​

SIKA CORPORATE PROFILE
Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 102 countries around the world, produces in over 400 factories, and develops innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation industries toward greater environmental compatibility. In 2025, Sika’s 33,700 employees generated annual sales of CHF 11.20 billion.

Contact Information
Dobrila Moogk
Senior Vice President, Marketing, Giatec Scientific
marketing@giatec.ca
+1 (877) 497-6278

SOURCE: Giatec Scientific Inc.

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LOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESS Newswire / March 2, 2026 / Pacific Avenue Capital Partners (“Pacific Avenue”), a Los Angeles-headquartered private equity firm focused on corporate carve-outs and other complex transactions in the middle market, today announced that an affiliate of Pacific Avenue has entered into an agreement to acquire Care.com from IAC Inc. (NASDAQ:IAC).

Care.com is a leading platform and brand in the growing $400 billion market for family care, anchored by the largest online network of background-checked child and senior caregivers in the U.S.

Care.com operates both a scaled consumer marketplace and an enterprise benefits platform. Since 2007, more than 45 million people have turned to Care.com to find child care, senior care, pet care and housekeeping support. Care.com also partners with more than 700 employers, including many of the Fortune 100, to deliver care-related benefits that combine access to the Care.com platform and comprehensive backup care solutions provided in-home, in-center and through camps and activities, along with a broader suite of care support solutions.

As a standalone company, Care.com will accelerate its enterprise expansion while continuing to strengthen its consumer marketplace. With Pacific Avenue’s investment and support, the Company will move faster on product innovation, scale its employer partnerships, and enhance the platform experience for the millions of families and caregivers who rely on it.

“We are thrilled to announce the Care.com transaction, the first investment in Pacific Avenue Fund II. The transaction aligns perfectly with Pacific Avenue’s track record of executing corporate carve-outs to acquire market-leading businesses. Care.com is an industry leader with a brand built on trust, a strong reputation, and a proven leadership team. Care.com has a clear path for growth as an independent, standalone company. We’re excited to work with Brad, Michelle, and the Care.com team to unlock the company’s full potential in serving families, caregivers, and its enterprise partners.”
– Chris Sznewajs, Founder and Managing Partner of Pacific Avenue

“Caregiving is foundational to how families live and how businesses operate,” said Brad Wilson, CEO of Care.com. “This partnership allows us to deepen our support for families and caregivers while expanding the ways we serve employers who recognize that caregiving is a workforce issue. We’re entering this next chapter with strength, clarity, and a renewed commitment to building the most beloved platform for care.”

“Care.com enters this next chapter with a profitable foundation. This transaction positions us to further invest in our platform, expand our employer partnerships, and scale efficiently while maintaining the financial discipline that has strengthened our performance,” said Michelle Arbov, Chief Financial Officer of Care.com.

The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions and is expected to be completed in the first half of 2026.

Moelis & Company LLC served as exclusive financial advisor to Pacific Avenue. Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP served as legal advisor to Pacific Avenue.

KPMG LLP provided accounting and tax advisory services. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC acted as exclusive financial advisor to IAC and Latham and Watkins LLP served as legal counsel to IAC.

About Pacific Avenue Capital Partners
Pacific Avenue Capital Partners is a global private equity firm headquartered in Los Angeles with an office in Paris. The firm is focused on corporate divestitures and other complex situations in the middle market. Pacific Avenue has extensive M&A and operations experience, allowing the firm to navigate complex transactions and unlock value through operational improvement, capital investment, and accelerated growth. Pacific Avenue takes a collaborative approach in partnering with strong management teams to drive lasting and strategic change while assisting businesses in reaching their full potential. Pacific Avenue has approximately $3.8 billion of Assets Under Management (AUM) as of September 30, 2025. For more information, please visit www.pacificavenuecapital.com.

Contact Information

Chris Baddon
Managing Director
cbaddon@pacificavenuecapital.com

SOURCE: Pacific Avenue Capital Partners

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MELVILLE, NY and DAVIDSON, NC / ACCESS Newswire / March 2, 2026 / MSC Industrial Supply Co. (NYSE:MSM) (“MSC,” “MSC Industrial,” the “Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), a leading North American distributor of a broad range of metalworking and maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) products and services, today announced the addition of Reuben Slone to its Board of Directors.

“We are excited to have Reuben join our Board of Directors,” said Chairman of the Board, Mitchell Jacobson. “Reuben brings a deep understanding of supply chain excellence along with a strong track record unlocking operational improvements and creating value across various C-level roles at public companies. We look forward to the unique perspective he will bring to our Board and the positive impact that he will have on MSC’s operations, customer service levels, and future financial performance.”

Prior to retirement, Slone served from 2018 to 2023 as the EVP, Supply Chain at Advance Auto Parts, Inc., a Fortune 500 retailer of aftermarket automotive parts across nearly 5,000 stores. Prior to that, Reuben served six years as the SVP, Supply Chain Management at Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc., a leading pharmacy retailer where he oversaw one of the world’s largest supply chains and the integration of nearly 2,000 acquired Rite Aid stores and three distribution centers. Throughout his career, he held various senior leadership roles across several industries and is globally recognized as a supply chain expert.

Slone graduated from the University of Michigan with a BS in Engineering. In addition, he currently sits on the board of American Tire Distributors, one of the largest private equity owned US tire distributors and has published several materials including his book “The New Supply Chain Agenda” in 2010.

About MSC Industrial Supply

MSC Industrial Supply Co. (NYSE: MSM) is a leading North American distributor of a broad range of metalworking, maintenance, repair and operations (MRO), and production fastener and hardware products and services. With approximately 2.5 million products, industry‑leading inventory management and supply chain solutions, and more than 80 years of experience, we help customers improve productivity, profitability, and operational performance.

Our team of over 7,000 associates partners closely with customers across industries to keep their operations running efficiently today while enabling them with insights and comprehensive solutions to continually rethink, retool, and optimize for a more productive tomorrow.

For more information on MSC Industrial, please visit mscdirect.com.

SOURCE: MSC Industrial Supply Co.

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