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Fortman Cline Capital Markets Wins Best M&A Boutique Firm – Southeast Asia, 2024 at the Global Brand Frontier Awards

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BOSTON, Aug. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Fortman Cline Capital Markets has clinched the Best M&A Boutique Firm – Southeast Asia, 2024 award at the Global Brand Frontier Awards 2024 hosted by Boston Brand Research & Media. The recognition underscores the firm’s exceptional ability to deliver innovative and impactful M&A solutions across Southeast Asia. Known for its sharp execution and strategic advisory services, Fortman Cline has established itself as a go-to partner in navigating complex transactions and driving significant value for its diverse client base.

“Fortman Cline Capital Markets exemplifies the qualities we look for in a Global Brand Frontier Award winner,” said Shivakumar Vijay Shankar, President & CEO of Boston Brand Research & Media. “Their dedication to innovation, strategic thinking, and client-centricity sets them apart in the highly competitive M&A landscape. The firm’s ability to consistently deliver transformative solutions, particularly in the fast-evolving Southeast Asian market, speaks volumes about their leadership and expertise. Fortman Cline’s recent achievements not only demonstrate their capacity to handle complex, high-impact transactions but also their vision in shaping the future of the industries they engage with. It is this blend of foresight and execution that makes them truly deserving of the Best M&A Boutique Firm award.”

Mr. Daniel Ibasco, President of Fortman Cline Capital Markets said, “This recognition underscores FCCM’s unwavering commitment to excellence in customer service and our dedication to empowering entrepreneurs. Our advocacy for the entrepreneurial segment of the market, combined with the transformative and impactful nature of our transactions, is a true differentiator for us. We collaborate with industry thought leaders and executives to provide our clients not just with standard financial advice, but with commercial insights that are integral to every strategic deal we undertake.”

He continued, “This year, Fortman Cline has achieved significant milestones, further cementing our position as an industry leader. Notable transactions include raising close to US$100 million in debt and equity for Buskowitz Energy Inc., a leading solar rooftop player in the Philippines, which will transform into a 200MW company within a few years. FCCM is also driving consolidation in the logistics, healthcare, and retail industries, where offline and online platforms are beginning to converge. Additionally, FCCM has been very active in the infrastructure space, recently serving as the financial advisor to San Miguel Holdings Corporation on its successful bid for the 25-year concession contract to rehabilitate and operate the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA). FCCM also has a significant pipeline of transactions involving renewable energy and hyperscale data centers, and we are beginning to see more cross-border transactions within ASEAN.”

This accolade highlights Fortman Cline’s critical role in the Southeast Asian M&A landscape, where it has consistently leveraged its deep market knowledge, strategic insights, and robust relationships to deliver successful outcomes for clients.

About Fortman Cline Capital Markets (FCCM)

Fortman Cline Capital Markets (FCCM), with offices in Hong Kong, Singapore, and Manila, specializes in providing strategic advisory services to emerging conglomerates and owner-managers across Southeast Asia. With expertise in sectors such as power and energy, healthcare, transport infrastructure, logistics, consumer products, natural resources, and technology, Fortman Cline has closed over US$20 billion in M&A and fundraising transactions. The firm is renowned for its deep industry knowledge, exceptional client service, and cross-border capabilities.

Recently, FCCM established a management consulting arm, Fortman Cline Management Services (FCMS), to offer strategic guidance and industry expertise to clients both pre-and post-transaction. This includes post-integration work after an acquisition and strategic planning.

About Boston Brand Research & Media

Boston Brand Research & Media is a premier global consulting and media organization, renowned for its innovative research and comprehensive branding solutions. The company has also established itself as a leader in delivering insightful news, perspectives, and analyses on brands that are shaping the future of their industries. The organization provides its audience with up-to-date information on the world’s top brands, highlighting those that set the standard in innovation, service excellence, and consumer-centric solutions. Each year, Boston Brand Research & Media honors companies that excel through their visionary leadership, exceptional offerings, and industry-defining innovations, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted authority in recognizing global excellence across diverse sectors.

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About the Global Brand Frontier Awards

The Global Brand Frontier Awards, established by Boston Brand Research & Media, recognizes and celebrates the world’s most dynamic brands across various industries. The awards highlight companies that demonstrate extraordinary innovation, leadership, and a commitment to delivering excellence globally. The awards are a benchmark for global success, identifying brands that are setting the standard in their industries.

This year’s awards saw a competitive field of nominees, with Fortman Cline emerging as the standout in the M&A boutique category for Southeast Asia. Other prominent winners from Southeast Asia include Krungthai Bank PLC, Alveo Land, and more, showcasing the region’s thriving business landscape and commitment to excellence.

To nominate your company or business leader for the Global Brand Frontier Awards 2024, please visit this link.

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Nium Expands Across Australia and New Zealand, Driven by Increased Adoption from Financial Institutions and Spend Management Platforms

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Spend management platform, RedOwl, joins as latest partner; 
Nium has seen monthly payment volume grow by 3X over the last twelve months, in the Oceania region

SYDNEY, Sept. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Nium, the global leader in real-time cross-border payments, today announced that its monthly payment volume grew by 3X in Oceania, over the last year. This growth has been driven by a surge in adoption from financial institutions and spend management platforms, with AI platform, RedOwl, being the latest partner to join the Nium network. RedOwl’s immediate goal is to bring AI to corporate cards, joining spend management category leaders Weel and Budgetly, who have turned to Nium for white-label card issuing and cross-border payouts.  

RedOwl is bringing the power of AI into payment rails, championing intelligence and real-time decision making when it comes to card related payments. “We chose Nium because of their unparalleled infrastructure and expertise in powering modern payments. Their solutions allow us to enter the market faster and deliver greater value to our customers,” said Jitto Arulampalam, Co-founder and CEO at RedOwl. 

Budgetly has been a Nium customer since 2020. The company tapped Nium to provide more convenience and control to its SME clientele through the provision of pre-paid cards for expense management processes. “Partnering with Nium has been a game-changer for Budgetly,” said Simon Lenoir, CEO and Founding Director at Budgetly. “Through Nium, we recently launched our international bill payment solution, offering our customers the ability to make payments effortlessly via one portal. This partnership has allowed us to scale rapidly and offer seamless experiences for our customers.” 

“The spend management industry is booming in Australia, with businesses increasingly turning to Nium for its white-label card issuing and cross-border payment solutions,” said Anupam Pahuja, EVP and GM for APAC, Middle East, and Africa at Nium. “Our platform solves complex payment problems across a wide range of verticals, including travel, payroll, insurance, and e-commerce. Our card issuance solution has already issued over 75 million cards globally, supporting major global brands. This, along with Nium’s extensive geographical coverage and B2B infrastructure focus, positions the company as a critical enabler for businesses looking to scale in Australia, New Zealand, and beyond.”

In addition to its success in Australia, Nium recently achieved another critical milestone by registering as a Financial Service Provider in New Zealand. This pivotal step marks the company’s entry into the dynamic financial landscape of New Zealand, allowing it to extend its comprehensive suite of financial solutions to local businesses. Nium expects that its offerings will range from virtual accounts and global payouts to debit and prepaid cards, enabling businesses to streamline operations and improve their financial efficiency.

“Becoming a registered Financial Service Provider in New Zealand reaffirms our commitment to delivering innovative financial solutions globally,” continued Pahuja. “Our presence in New Zealand, alongside our established operations in Australia, positions us as a key player in the region’s financial ecosystem, empowering businesses to thrive through our technology.”

Since its founding ten years ago, Nium has raised over $300 million USD (up to Series E). In October 2023, Nium celebrated its Centaur status, reaching $100 million USD in aggregate net revenue — a milestone achieved by only 1% of startups globally. This achievement underscores Niums rapid growth and leadership in enabling seamless global financial services for businesses.

About Nium

Nium, the global leader in real-time, cross-border payments, was founded on the mission to deliver the global payments infrastructure of tomorrow, today. With the onset of the global economy, its payments infrastructure is shaping how banks, fintechs, and businesses everywhere collect, convert, and disburse funds instantly across borders. Its payout network supports 100 currencies and spans 220+ markets, 100 of which in real-time. Funds can be disbursed to accounts, wallets, and cards and collected locally in 40 markets. Nium’s growing card issuance business is already available in 34 countries. Nium holds regulatory licenses and authorizations in more than 40 countries, enabling seamless onboarding, rapid integration, and compliance – independent of geography. The company is co-headquartered in San Francisco and Singapore.

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Gold and Fractal EMS Announce a Partnership for an American BMS

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ANAHEIM, Calif., Sept. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Fractal EMS Inc. (“Fractal”), a leading provider of advanced solar and storage controls, has announced a groundbreaking partnership with Gold Electronic Equipment Inc. (“Gold”), a leading high-tech company specializing in R&D, active balancing technology and manufacturing of the battery management system (BMS). A signing ceremony and celebration was held on September 9th at the RE+ clean energy conference in Anaheim, California. The new partnership will provide a cybersecure American BMS to customers worldwide (“Fractal BMS”).

The Fractal BMS provides a 3-level BMS architecture (module, rack and system).  The design of the Fractal BMS has been finalized, featuring an American-sourced chip, printed circuit board assembly (PCBA), and cybersecurity, ensuring compliance with U.S. policies for sourcing and critical infrastructure protection. The Fractal BMS has the option to provide active cell balancing to maximize each battery cell’s useful capacity and life.

“Other companies proposing an American BMS have not addressed the cybersecurity concerns of the BMS. Some companies are licensing a foreign BMS or only providing a top-level device, neither of which cure cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities. We are thrilled to collaborate with Gold to bring this advanced American BMS to the market. This partnership underscores our commitment to innovation, security, and supporting American technology,” said Daniel Crotzer, CEO at Fractal EMS.

Fractal BMS is scheduled for UL testing in late October 2024 and aims to become the gold standard for BESS deployments to mitigate risks associated with Foreign Entities of Concern (FEOC) and known cyber vulnerabilities in programmable devices. The American BMS will be available to battery manufacturers globally, offering a reliable and secure solution for battery management needs.

Pictured Mr. Daniel Crotzer, CEO of Fractal EMS Inc. (left) and Mr. Jian Hong Xu, CEO of Gold Electronic Equipment Inc. (right).

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Ascenda partners with Uber for first-of-a-kind points redemption for consumers worldwide

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NEW YORK, Sept. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Ascenda, the global premium rewards network, today announced it has expanded its rewards network in order to enable fintech and banking clients’ customers to redeem their reward points in partnership with Uber. These credits will appear in users’ Uber wallets, and can be applied towards the cost of any of their products.

Uber is available in over 70 countries and powers over 30 million rideshares each day. With a global presence, the ability for millions of customers to earn Uber credits aims to deliver more engagement across Uber Rides, Uber Eats, and any other Uber offering in respective local markets.

“We’re committed to adding value for our users, with ease and flexibility at the forefront of our customer experience,” said Jenna Brown, Head of Uber for Business UK. “Our partnership with Ascenda will help us deliver this value to Uber users worldwide.”

“We’re building the most comprehensive consumer engagement ecosystem in the market,” said Josh Berwitz, CCO of Ascenda. “This exciting partnership with Uber enables us to bring tangible rewards and redemption experiences at scale, delivering compelling value and stronger relationships between our financial service clients, our rewards partners, and consumers.”

About Ascenda

Ascenda powers the growth of financial service brands and merchants globally with premium rewards propositions that accelerate customer acquisition, increase usage, and drive retention. Its best-in-class customer engagement platform is simple to deploy and powered by a unique global network of premium content that unlocks exceptional end-user value. 

For more information, please visit ascenda.com

About Uber

Uber’s mission is to create opportunity through movement. We started in 2010 to solve a simple problem: how do you get access to a ride at the touch of a button? More than 49 billion trips later, we’re building products to get people closer to where they want to be. By changing how people, food, and things move through cities, Uber is a platform that opens up the world to new possibilities.

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