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Ryan Armijo Appointed President of Amwins Underwriting

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Jan. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Amwins, a global distributor of specialty insurance products and services, today announced the appointment of Ryan Armijo to lead Amwins Underwriting, replacing Bob Petrilli who is retiring after serving as president since August 2018. This thoughtfully planned transition has been in works for years and includes Petrilli staying on as a strategic advisor throughout 2024 to support and guide Armijo and team as they get situated.
“When Bob joined us, he was the first president of the Underwriting division in our history,” said Scott Purviance, chief executive officer at Amwins. “While the division comprised many successful entrepreneurs and underwriting businesses, Bob was able to apply his style of servant leadership to help the division expand and flourish. This exciting transition will be seamless since Bob and Ryan have worked side by side for nearly six years. Together, they have helped grow the division to over $3.1 billion of underwritten premium in more than 115 programs making Amwins Underwriting one of the most respected MGA platforms in the industry.”
“At Amwins, we always prepare for what’s next, and I am immensely proud of the course we’ve charted for the Underwriting division,” says Petrilli. “But we’re truly just getting started, and Ryan is more than ready to take the helm and steer us into the future as we continue to fulfill our 150-year vision.”
In his new role, Armijo will be responsible for overseeing the profitable growth of Amwins’ underwriting programs, enhancing underwriting performance, growing underwriting premium and driving value for clients. Previously, he served as chief operating officer of Amwins Underwriting, supporting 20 operating companies while building technology platforms for the division’s programs, creating new underwriting capacity and driving operational efficiencies across the division. Prior to joining the Underwriting division, Ryan was vice president at Amwins Access, where he built out proprietary products, led underwriting data initiatives and managed strategic carrier relationships.
“Ryan is an exceptional part of our team who has played an integral role in the growth and success of Amwins,” Purviance added. “He brings a deep understanding of our underwriting businesses along with a thoughtful leadership style that genuinely embodies the Amwins culture. As we begin the new year welcoming Ryan to his exciting new post, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to Bob for his contributions to Amwins, wishing him the best in retirement and all his future adventures.”
About Amwins
Amwins is among the largest independent wholesale distributors of specialty insurance products in the U.S. dedicated to serving retail insurance agents by providing property and casualty products, specialty group benefit products, and administrative services. Based in Charlotte, N.C., the company operates through more than 155 offices globally and handles premium placements in excess of $33 billion annually. For more information, visit amwins.com.
For further information contact:
Amwins
Lisa Kuszmar
Telephone: 704.749.2780
Email: lisa.kuszmar@amwins.com
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Mews surpasses 12,500 customers as global growth accelerates

The pioneering hospitality platform is revolutionizing hotel operations and guest experiences at an unprecedented pace
AMSTERDAM, April 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Mews, the leading hospitality technology platform, now serves over 12,500 customers worldwide, increasing its customer base by 85% over the last year and cementing its position as a leader in the industry’s digital transformation. As more hoteliers abandon outdated legacy systems, Mews is redefining what’s possible with cloud-native, AI-enabled automated solutions that maximize efficiency and elevate guest experiences.
Key regions driving this expansion include North America, DACH and France. In North America, Mews doubled its customer base in 2024, while the DACH region recorded an equally impressive 20% market penetration. France also saw rapid adoption, with annual growth hitting 37%. This surge reflects the increasing demand for smarter, more agile hotel management technology.
From introducing AI smart tips providing personalized experiences, to introducing hourly booking services across all spaces and amenities, Mews has driven significant innovation in the hospitality industry, offering unparalleled scalability, automation and operational intelligence for some of the biggest hospitality brands in the world.
“The hospitality industry is at a tipping point – hoteliers can either evolve or be left behind,” said Richard Valtr, Founder of Mews. “Our vision is to make the world a more hospitable place, and Mews does that by empowering hoteliers with the tools they need to thrive in a rapidly changing landscape, simplifying their operations all the while building extraordinary guest experiences. Surpassing 12,500 customers is an exciting milestone, but we’re just getting started.”
Mews powers some of the most forward-thinking hospitality brands, including BWH Hotels, Lark Hotels, Marston’s, Strawberry, Zenitude and Meiser Hotels.
“Our phenomenal growth is proof that the industry is ready to break free from clunky, outdated systems,” said Matt Welle, CEO of Mews. “Hoteliers around the world are recognizing the power of automation. Even in traditionally slow-moving markets, we’re seeing an unstoppable shift towards smarter hospitality, and we’re proud to be a part of this innovation.”
This milestone come on the heels of an additional $75 million investment led by Tiger Global, reinforcing Mews as the technology partner of choice for modern hoteliers. Mews Ventures also recently acquired Atomize, a cutting-edge AI-driven revenue management solution, to further optimize profitability and unlock more revenue efficiencies for hotels worldwide.
About Mews
Mews is the leading platform for the new era of hospitality. Powering over 12,500 customers across more than 85 countries, Mews Hospitality Cloud is designed to streamline operations for modern hoteliers, transform the guest experience and create more profitable businesses. Customers include BWH Hotels, Strawberry, The Social Hub and Airelles Collection. Mews was named Best PMS (2024, 2025) and listed among the Best Places to Work in Hotel Tech (2021, 2022, 2024, 2025) by Hotel Tech Report. Mews has raised $410 million from investors including Growth Equity at Goldman Sachs Alternatives, Kinnevik and Tiger Global to transform hospitality.
For more information, visit mews.com
For media inquiries, please contact Katie Halfhead: press@mews.com
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Invitation to presentation of EQT AB’s Q1 Announcement 2025

STOCKHOLM, April 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — EQT AB’s Q1 Announcement 2025 will be published on Wednesday 16 April 2025 at approximately 07:00 CEST. EQT will host a conference call at 08:30 CEST to present the report, followed by a Q&A session.
The presentation and a video link for the webcast will be available here from the time of the publication of the Q1 Announcement.
To participate by phone and ask questions during the Q&A, please register here in advance. Upon registration, you will receive your personal dial-in details.
The webcast can be followed live here and a recording will be available afterwards.
Information on EQT AB’s financial reporting
The EQT AB Group has a long-term business model founded on a promise to its fund investors to invest capital, drive value creation and create consistent attractive returns over a 5 to 10-year horizon. The Group’s financial model is primarily affected by the size of its fee-generating assets under management, the performance of the EQT funds and its ability to recruit and retain top talent.
The Group operates in a market driven by long-term trends and thus believes quarterly financial statements are less relevant for investors. However, in order to provide the market with relevant and suitable information about the Group’s development, EQT publishes quarterly announcements with key operating numbers that are relevant for the business performance (taking Nasdaq’s guidance note for preparing interim management statements into consideration). In addition, a half-year report and a year-end report including financial statements and further information relevant for investors is published. Finally, EQT also publishes an annual report including sustainability reporting.
Contact
Olof Svensson, Head of Shareholder Relations, +46 72 989 09 15
EQT Shareholder Relations, shareholderrelations@eqtpartners.com
Rickard Buch, Head of Corporate Communications, +46 72 989 09 11
EQT Press Office, press@eqtpartners.com, +46 8 506 55 334
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Yaakov (Jack) Aykout Afik, the Largest Property Developer in Cyprus, Sues President Nikos Christodoulides and the Republic of Cyprus for Hundreds of Millions of Euros in Monetary Damages Over Proceedings Against Him and His Business in Turkish Cyprus

The proceedings against the Republic of Cyprus are based on the 1998 Reciprocal Promotion and Protection of Investments Treaty, an international arbitration treaty between the Republic of Cyprus and the state of Israel, of which Afik is a citizen.
NICOSIA, Cyprus, April 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Afik is seeking hundreds of millions euros in damages from Cyprus for the breach of its obligations under the treaty, resulting in lost sales, impairment to existing property inventory, damage to his reputation, and millions of euros in legal expenses.
In addition, Afik and his father, Mr. Shimon Aykout, are seeking millions in compensation for the wrongful and ongoing incarceration of Mr. Aykout, a 75-year-old cancer patient, held without trial for nine months in general population prison on criminal charges alleging he illegally traded in land once belonging to Greek Cypriot refugees who fled the Turkish side of Cyprus 50 years ago, when Turkey invaded the Island.
In his claims against Cyprus, Afik is relying on the expert legal opinion of Cambridge Professor Eyal Benvenisti, submitted to the European Court for Human Rights. Link: https://www.berkman.co.il/benbenishti
Ron Berkman, lead council for Jack Afik said “This is a landmark case, potentially opening the door for thousands to sue Cypress for billions of euro in damages to their property investments and the economy of Northern Cypress.”
Afik is represented by Gherson Solicitors LLP from 19 Harcourt Street London and Ron Berkman.
Contact
Ron Berkman +972506963000
Ronib@berkman.co.il
Jack Afik
Jack@afikgroup.com
+905488673972
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