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Duck Creek Technologies Values Tech Ecosystem Connections, Extends Partnership with Hyland as Sponsor for CommunityLIVE User Conference

BOSTON, Oct. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Duck Creek Technologies, the intelligent solutions provider defining the future of property and casualty (P&C) and general insurance, extends support to ecosystem partner Hyland and sponsors its CommunityLIVE user conference, which takes place October 3-5, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Duck Creek continues to strengthen its customer focus by partnering with industry leaders, such as Hyland, and fulfilling its commitment to deliver more humanized technology experiences across the insurance industry.

As part of CommunityLIVE, Hyland, a leading content services provider for insurers, will host P&C insurers at an interactive networking event focused on the pivotal role of digital transformations in modernizing the insurance industry. Duck Creek has three Anywhere Managed Integrations (AMI) with Hyland OnBase, which enable its claims, policy, and billing customers to simplify their access and control of documents through the secure content management system. During the sponsored “Insurance Interactive” session, Hyland OnBase customers will gain valuable insights into how Duck Creek’s AMI accelerates the development of new products and processes. This acceleration is achieved through comprehensive management, maintenance, and support services, underscoring the company’s dedication to delivering superior customer value.

“Duck Creek is proud of our long-standing partnership with Hyland and our strong integration strategy, which allows us the opportunity to sponsor industry events such as CommunityLIVE,” said Robert Fletcher, Sr. Partner Manager, Duck Creek Technologies. “Through meaningful integrations, we are able to bring further value to our customers with enhanced user experiences and operational efficiencies that take the burden off insurers.”

“Hyland and Duck Creek’s partnership has been incredibly important for our joint customers, and we’re thankful Duck Creek has deepened that partnership by sponsoring CommunityLIVE,” said Brian Schlosser, VP of Global Partner Programs at Hyland. “The event is a premier digital conference each year, and Duck Creek’s presence only enhances the experience our attendees will encounter.”

About Hyland

Hyland provides industry-leading technology foundations that empower its customers to create better human connections. Trusted by thousands of organizations worldwide, including more than half of the Fortune 100, Hyland’s intelligent solutions seamlessly integrate content, data and processes to improve each interaction.

About Duck Creek Technologies
Duck Creek Technologies is the intelligent solutions provider defining the future of the property and casualty (P&C) and general insurance industry. We are the platform upon which modern insurance systems are built, enabling the industry to capitalize on the power of the cloud to run agile, intelligent, and evergreen operations. Authenticity, purpose, and transparency are core to Duck Creek, and we believe insurance should be there for individuals and businesses when, where, and how they need it most. Our market-leading solutions are available on a standalone basis or as a full suite, and all are available via Duck Creek OnDemand. Visit www.duckcreek.com to learn more. Follow Duck Creek on our social channels for the latest information – LinkedIn and Twitter.

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CSAT Strengthens Its Technical Committee

CSAT Announces the Expansion of its External Technical Committee

CSAT’s mission is to foster robust tax policies across Africa

AMSTERDAM, Oct. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The IBFD Centre for Studies in African Taxation (CSAT) is delighted to announce the expansion of its External Technical Committee with the appointment of three new members. These prominent tax experts bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the organization, fortifying CSAT’s mission of fostering robust tax policies across Africa.

The newly appointed members of the External Technical Committee are:

  • Mrs Laila Benchekroun, Head of International Taxation and Cooperation Division, General Tax Administration, Morocco;
  • Mr Salifou Tiemtore, Director of Customs Union and Taxation, Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS); and
  • Ms Christine Kahema Muthui, Founder and Director, Alpha Tax and Business Advisory Services, Kenya.

We are also delighted to confirm the extension of tenure for our current External Technical Committee members: Chief Mark Anthony C. Dike, Prof. Johann Hattingh and Prof. David J. Bakibinga.

CSAT is IBFD’s in-house think tank with a mission to provide research into sound tax policies for Africa. It is staffed by a team of IBFD specialists well versed in the tax systems of all African nations, and it leverages a robust network of local country experts.

The External Technical Committee plays a crucial role in contributing its technical expertise in the implementation of CSAT’s strategy and the execution of its activities. These activities include CSAT’s flagship event, the annual Africa Tax Symposium, as well as numerous other research and capacity development projects.

Belema Obuoforibo, Member of IBFD’s Executive Board and Chair of CSAT, comments, “We are pleased to welcome our new Committee members, and to continue our work with our current Committee members. This new Committee will strengthen our mission to provide groundbreaking research, leading to tax policies that would drive economic growth and development for Africa.”

For more information on CSAT’s activities, visit https://www.ibfd.org/ibfd-centre-studies-african-taxation-csat.

Contact information: Phil Windus, Senior Marketing Coordinator: p.windus@ibfd.org.

About IBFD

IBFD is a leading international provider of cross-border tax expertise, with a long-standing history of supporting and contributing to tax research and academic activities. As an independent foundation, IBFD utilizes its global network of tax experts and its Knowledge Centre to serve Fortune 500 companies, governments, international consultancy firms and tax advisers.

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Le plus grand festival de cocktails au monde dévoile Jacob Martin comme meilleur bartender du monde

Le concours hautement anticipé apporte des expériences de cocktails colorées et des collaborations inédites dans la ville de São Paulo

SÃO PAULO, Brésil, 30 sept. 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —  Jacob Martin, du Canada, a été désigné World Class Global Bartender of the Year 2023 par les légendes de l’industrie. Il a remporté le concours face à plus de 10 000 autres bartenders de haut niveau qui se sont essayés à l’Everest du bartending de cette année.

Dans le cadre du concours, Jacob a passé une série de défis sur une période de quatre jours. En plus de concocter des cocktails classiques et de les élever à un niveau supérieur avec le gin favori des bartenders Tanqueray No. TEN, Jacob a également osé aller plus loin avec la polyvalence de saveurs de Johnnie Walker Black Label, avant de créer un cocktail Ketel One Garnished with Good qui a non seulement impressionné les juges de par sa créativité gustative, mais a aussi eu un impact positif sur leur communauté locale au Canada.

Après sa victoire, Jacob a déclaré : « C’est un incroyable honneur de gagner World Class. Non seulement parce que cela représente le sommet de l’industrie, mais aussi en raison des géants que j’ai eu le privilège d’affronter cette semaine. La communauté du bartending est incroyable et cette semaine me l’a constamment rappelé. Nous nous sommes tous poussés les uns et les autres, avons appris les uns des autres et avons puisé dans la fantastique énergie de cette ville incroyable. Le niveau du concours était extraordinaire, mais pour l’instant, j’ai juste hâte de déguster un cocktail préparé par quelqu’un d’autre ! »

Dans le cadre du concours, São Paulo a vu des bartenders de renommée mondiale comme Monica Berg (de Tayer + Elementary à Londres), Giacomo Giannotti (du meilleur bar du monde, le Paradiso à Barcelone) ou encore Ago Perrone (de The Connaught Bar à Londres) investir la ville pour juger l’événement et accueillir des expériences « World Class » spéciales dans certains des établissements nocturnes les plus emblématiques de la ville.

Le concours marque également le début du World Class Cocktail Festival, avec de formidables collaborations de bars dans toute la ville, notamment le Bar Dos Arcos, Tan Tan et le Guilhotina Bar.

Globalement, le World Class Cocktail Festival s’étend dans plus de 1 000 établissements à travers le Brésil, offrant à des centaines de milliers d’amateurs de cocktails des expériences uniques de la part de marques telles que Johnnie Walker, Tanqueray No. TEN et Don Julio.

Le World Class de cette année a également vu l’inclusion de l’Industry Forum, une chance de s’engager, d’éduquer et d’inspirer la communauté du bartending avec des séminaires et des tables rondes de juges et d’invités World Class. Parmi les points saillants du forum, on peut citer « From Insta to IRL: trends and how to master them » (D’Insta à la vraie vie : tendances et comment les maîtriser) avec Kaitlyn Stewart, lauréate du concours World Class 2017, et Giuliana Pe Benito, directrice mondiale de la culture chez Diageo Reserve, ainsi que « Behind the Scenes of the World’s Best Bars » (Dans les coulisses des meilleurs bars du monde) avec des propriétaires de bars comme Monica Berg, Thiago Benares et Benjamin Padron.

Marissa Johnston, directrice mondiale de Diageo World Class, a déclaré : « Après le succès du World Class à Sydney l’année dernière, les équipes World Class du monde entier, l’équipe du Brésil et, bien sûr, nos formidables 54 compétiteurs ont tous mis les bouchées doubles et vraiment assuré cette année. Le niveau d’énergie sur le terrain ici est incroyable et après de nombreux mois de planification, c’était formidable de tout voir se concrétiser comme cela. C’est vraiment palpitant de voir une ville prendre vie avec des cocktails de qualité et des expériences exceptionnelles.

« Jacob a véritablement porté le concours à un niveau supérieur. Il a excellé dans tous les domaines et les commentaires des juges étaient extrêmement positifs. Jacob mérite largement sa victoire et je suis impatiente de travailler avec lui au cours des 12 prochains mois – il ira loin. »

Depuis son lancement en 2009, Diageo World Class joue un rôle significatif dans l’inspiration d’une expérience de consommation d’alcool plus raffinée et la transformation de la culture du cocktail à l’échelle mondiale, en soutenant plus de 450 000 bartenders dans le monde à travers des formations et l’éducation.

Pour en savoir plus sur World Class et vous tenir au courant des dernières créations, tendances et formations, rendez-vous sur www.diageobaracademy.com/en_zz/world-class-/ et suivez @WorldClass sur Instagram.

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Maior Festival Mundial de Coquetéis Revela Jacob Martin como Melhor Bartender do Mundo

Competição altamente esperada leva experiências de coquetéis coloridos e colaborações inéditas para a cidade de São Paulo

SÃO PAULO, Brasil, Sept. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Jacob Martin, do Canadá, foi reconhecido pelas celebridades da indústria como o Melhor Bartender do Mundo de 2023. Ele eliminou uma concorrência de mais de 10.000 bartenders de elite que tentaram conquistar o Everest de bartending deste ano.

Jacob participou de uma série de desafios ao longo da competição de quatro dias. Desde a criação de coquetéis clássicos até o famoso TEN com o favorito dos bartenders, Tanqueray No. TEN, Jacob também ousou com os sabores do Johnnie Walker Black Label, além de criar um coquetel Ketel One Decorado com Good que não apenas impressionou os jurados com a criatividade do sabor, mas também teve um impacto positivo na sua comunidade local no Canadá.

Ao vencer, Jacob disse: “É uma honra inacreditável ganhar o World Class. Além de ser o ponto mais alto da indústria, também pela oportunidade que tive de poder competir com os gigantes do setor esta semana. A comunidade de Bartenders é incrível e me lembrei disso durante toda a semana. Nós nos incentivamos, aprendemos uns com os outros e pudemos vivenciar a incrível energia desta cidade fantástica. O padrão da competição foi excepcional e agora estou louco para experimentar um coquetel feito por outra pessoa!”

Como parte da competição, São Paulo contou com bartenders de renome mundial, incluindo Monica Berg (da Tayer + Elementary de Londres), Giacomo Giannotti (do Melhor Bar do Mundo, Paradiso em Barcelona) e Ago Perrone (do Connaught Bar de Londres) que foram jurados do evento e anfitriões de experiências especiais de “Classe Mundial” em alguns dos locais mais emblemáticos da vida noturna da cidade.

A competição também deu início ao World Class Cocktail Festival com incríveis colaborações de bar em toda a cidade, incluindo Bar Dos Arcos, Tan Tan e Guilhotina Bar.

O The World Class Cocktail Festival se estende por mais de 1.000 locais em todo o Brasil, proporcionando a centenas de milhares de amantes de coquetéis experiências únicas com Johnnie Walker, Tanqueray No. TEN e Don Julio.

O World Class deste ano também contou com o Fórum da Indústria, uma oportunidade de envolver, educar e inspirar a comunidade de bartending com seminários e painéis de discussão com jurados e convidados do World Class – os destaques incluíram: “From Insta to IRL: trends and how to master them”, com a vencedora do World Class 2017, Kaitlyn Stewart e a Gerente Global de Cultura de Reserva da Diageo, Giuliana Pe Benito e “Behind the Scenes of the World ‘s Best Bars” com proprietários de bares, incluindo Monica Berg, Thiago Benares e Benjamin Padron.

Marissa Johnston, Diretora Global da Diageo World Class, disse: “Dar seguimento ao World Class do ano passado em Sydney foi um grande desafio, mas as equipes do World Class de todo o mundo, a equipe do Brasil e, é claro, nossos incríveis 54 concorrentes, levaram o desafio a sério e venceram com muito orgulho. O nível de energia aqui é incrível e depois de tantos meses de planejamento, é uma grande emoção ver tudo funcionado tão bem. É muito emocionante ver uma cidade brilhar com ótimas bebidas e ótimas experiências.

“Jacob realmente levou esta competição para o próximo nível – ele se destacou em as áreas e o feedback dos jurados foi incrível. Jacob mereceu o prêmio e mal posso esperar para trabalhar com ele nos próximos 12 meses – ele vai longe.”

Desde a sua estreia em 2009, o Diageo World Class tem tido um papel significativo na inspiração das melhores bebidas e na transformação da cultura de coquetéis em todo o mundo. Ele apoia mais de 450.000 bartenders em todo o mundo por meio de treinamento e educação.

Para obter mais informações sobre o World Class e para se manter atualizado com as últimas bebidas, tendências e treinamento, visite www.diageobaracademy.com/en_zz/world-class-/ e siga @WorldClass no Instagram.

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World’s Biggest Cocktail Festival Unveils Jacob Martin as World’s Best Bartender

Highly anticipated competition brings colourful cocktail experiences and never-before-seen collaborations to the city of São Paulo

WORLD’S BIGGEST COCKTAIL FESTIVAL UNVEILS JACOB MARTIN AS WORLD’S BEST BARTENDER

Jacob Martin celebrates his win at the World Class Global Bartender of the Year awards.

SÃO PAULO, Brazil, Sept. 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Jacob Martin, from Canada, has been recognised by industry legends as the 2023 World Class Global Bartender of the Year. He shook off competition from over 10,000 other elite bartenders who attempted this year’s Everest of bartending.

The competition saw Jacob participate in a series of challenges over four days. From creating classic cocktails and elevating them to a TEN with bartender favourite, Tanqueray No. TEN, Jacob also dared to go one step beyond with Johnnie Walker Black Label’s versatility of flavours, as well as creating a Ketel One Garnished with Good cocktail which not only impressed the judges with its flavour creativity but delivered a positive impact in their local community in Canada.

Upon winning, Jacob said: “It’s an unbelievable honour to win World Class. Not just because it’s the pinnacle of the industry but also because of the giants I’ve had the privilege of competing with this week. Bartending is an amazing community and this week has constantly reminded me of that. We have all pushed each other, learned from each other and fed off the amazing energy from this fantastic city. The standard of the competition was out of this world, but right now I’m just looking forward to enjoying a cocktail made by someone else!”

WORLD’S BIGGEST COCKTAIL FESTIVAL UNVEILS JACOB MARTIN AS WORLD’S BEST BARTENDER
Jacob Martin from Canada is crowned winner of the World Class Global Bartender of the Year 2023 and celebrates with previous World Class winners.

Jacob Martin from Canada is crowned winner of the World Class Global Bartender of the Year 2023 and celebrates with previous World Class winners.

As part of the competition, São Paulo has seen world-renowned bartenders including Monica Berg (from London’s Tayer + Elementary), Giacomo Giannotti (from the World’s Best Bar, Paradiso in Barcelona) and Ago Perrone (from London’s The Connaught Bar) descend on the city to judge the event and host special ‘World Class’ experiences in some of the city’s most iconic nightlife venues.

The competition also signals the beginning of the World Class Cocktail Festival, with amazing bar collaborations across the city including Bar Dos Arcos, Tan Tan and Guilhotina Bar.

Overall, The World Class Cocktail Festival extends to over 1,000 venues across Brazil, giving hundreds of thousands of cocktail lovers unique experiences from the likes of Johnnie Walker, Tanqueray No. TEN and Don Julio.

This year’s World Class also saw the inclusion of the Industry Forum, a chance to engage, educate and inspire the bartending community with seminars and panel discussions from World Class judges and guests – highlights included: “From Insta to IRL: trends and how to master them”, featuring World Class 2017 winner, Kaitlyn Stewart and Diageo Global Reserve Culture Manager, Giuliana Pe Benito and “Behind the Scenes of the World’s Best Bars” with bar owners including Monica Berg, Thiago Benares and Benjamin Padron.

Marissa Johnston, Global Head of Diageo World Class said: “Following last year’s World Class in Sydney was always going to be a big ask, but the World Class teams around the world, the Brazil team and, of course, our amazing 54 competitors have all stepped up to the plate and knocked it out the park. The level of energy on the ground here is incredible and after so many months of planning it’s been such a thrill to see it all come together like this. It’s so exciting to see a city come alive with great drinks and great experiences.

“Jacob has truly taken this competition to the next level – he excelled across the board and the feedback from the judges has been incredible. Jacob is such a deserving winner and I can’t wait to work with him over the next 12 months – he’ll go far.”

Since its launch in 2009, Diageo World Class has played a significant role in inspiring better drinking and transforming cocktail culture around the world by supporting over 450,000 bartenders worldwide through training and education.

For more information on World Class and to keep up to date with the latest drinks, trends and training, visit www.diageobaracademy.com/en_zz/world-class-/ and follow @WorldClass on Instagram.

WORLD’S BIGGEST COCKTAIL FESTIVAL UNVEILS JACOB MARTIN AS WORLD’S BEST BARTENDER
Jacob Martin takes on the Speed round during the World Class Global Bartender of the Year competition in São Paulo.

Jacob Martin takes on the Speed round during the World Class Global Bartender of the Year competition in São Paulo.

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