
VANCOUVER, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec 23, 2024-- ZoomInfo (NASDAQ: ZI), the go-to-market Intelligence platform, announced its ranking at No. 55 on Newsweek ’s 2025 Excellence 1000 Index. The second annual list, developed in partnership with Best Practice Institute (BPI) – a leadership development and benchmark research company – honors top U.S. companies that demonstrate a commitment to business excellence, sustainable financial growth, and a strong dedication to corporate social responsibility and ethical practices. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241219598554/en/ ZoomInfo ranked No. 55 out of 1,000 U.S. companies on Newsweek's 2025 Excellence Index. (Graphic: Business Wire) “We’re honored to be recognized on Newsweek ’s Excellence 1000 Index alongside some of the world’s most respected organizations,” ZoomInfo’s Founder and CEO Henry Schuck said. “This recognition reflects our ongoing effort to provide the most innovative intelligence platform for our customers while ensuring ZoomInfo remains an outstanding workplace for our employees across the globe.” The Excellence 1000 Index highlights companies that have successfully navigated complex business challenges and achieved sustained success. The results were determined after the Best Practice Institute analyzed over half a million data points and created a proprietary scoring system to measure everything from financial practices to customer reviews, ESG commitments, and more to build the 2nd annual Excellence 1000 Index. “Corporate success today goes beyond financial performance,” said Nancy Cooper, Global Editor in Chief of Newsweek. “The Excellence 1000 Index honors companies that balance strategic growth with a deep commitment to ethics, social responsibility, and sustainability. Together with our partner Best Practice Institute, we are proud to recognize these organizations redefining leadership in the corporate world.” “In an era where narratives often overshadow facts, the Excellence 1000 Index stands as a testament to the importance of verified impact and ethical leadership,” added Louis Carter, CEO of Best Practice Institute. “This year’s honorees exemplify what it means to prioritize innovation, sustainability, and stakeholder value over tradition and superficial metrics. By recognizing these trailblazers, we aim to inspire a new standard for evaluating corporate success—one that values measurable progress and integrity above all.” For the full list of the 2025 Excellence 1000 Index, please visit www.newsweek.com/rankings/newsweek-excellence-index-2025 . Methodology To identify the top 1000 companies for the Excellence 1000 Index, companies were evaluated based on several criteria including Employee rating, Customer rating, ESG risk rating, ESG/Ethical impact, Adherence to ISO standards, R&D spending, Global Compact Status, Financial performance, BBB Rating and Accreditation, and Number of customer complaints, among others. Each of the criteria considered is equally ranked in importance. About ZoomInfo ZoomInfo (NASDAQ: ZI) is the Go-To-Market Intelligence Platform that empowers businesses to grow faster with AI-ready insights, trusted data, and advanced automation. Its solutions provide more than 35,000 companies worldwide with a complete view of their customers, making every seller their best seller. ZoomInfo is a recognized leader in data privacy, with industry-leading GDPR and CCPA compliance and numerous data security and privacy certifications . For more information about how ZoomInfo can help businesses with go-to-market intelligence that accelerates revenue growth, please visit www.zoominfo.com . About Newsweek Newsweek is the modern global digital news organization built around the iconic, over 85-year-old American magazine. Newsweek reaches 100 million people each month with its thought-provoking news, opinion, images, graphics, and video delivered across a dozen print and digital platforms. Headquartered in New York City, Newsweek also publishes international editions in EMEA and Asia. About Best Practice Institute Best Practice Institute (BPI) is a global leader in leadership development and benchmark research, distinguished by its data-driven approach to organizational assessment. As the research architect behind Newsweek's Excellence 1000 Index, BPI analyzes over half a million data points annually through its proprietary scoring system, evaluating companies across multiple dimensions, including employee satisfaction, customer experience, ESG performance, and financial responsibility. BPI's comprehensive methodology encompasses crucial metrics such as ISO standards compliance, R&D investment, UN Global Compact alignment, and stakeholder feedback. Through this rigorous analytical framework and innovative assessment tools, BPI continues to set the standard for identifying and promoting corporate excellence in the modern business landscape. 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This remarkable surge in sales can be attributed to a variety of factors, including the increasing global demand for semiconductor chips, TSMC's strategic partnerships with leading technology companies, and its ongoing efforts to invest in cutting-edge technology and manufacturing capabilities.
Analysts believe that the combination of continuity and fresh perspectives in the Trump 2.0 cabinet could lead to more effective policy implementation. By leveraging the expertise of both returning and new cabinet members, the administration has the potential to streamline decision-making processes and navigate complex policy challenges more efficiently. This proactive approach to governance could enhance the administration's effectiveness and improve its ability to deliver on key policy objectives.
It turns out the is pretty underused by Canadians despite its many advantages. I blame the name. Calling it a “savings account” causes some people to treat it like a regular bank account, leaving it to hold cash instead of tapping into its full potential. That’s a missed opportunity because the TFSA is incredibly versatile. Shockingly, according to Advisor.ca, the average fair market value of a TFSA for Canadians aged 30 to 34 is just $15,347. While that might sound decent, it’s far below what you could be building in this account. Consider this: if you were born in 1991, have been a resident of Canada since before 2010, and have never contributed to your TFSA, the maximum contribution room for 2024 is a whopping $95,000, according to Moneysense. By 2025, you’ll get another $7,000 in contribution room. If you’ve been slacking on using your TFSA or aren’t sure how to maximize its growth potential, keep reading. 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Patrick Mahomes threw for 269 yards and three touchdowns and Spencer Shrader kicked a 31-yard field goal on the final play to lift Kansas City over the host Panthers 30-27. Chuba Hubbard's 1-yard touchdown run and a 2-point conversion run had put Carolina level with 1:46 remaining, setting the stage for the Chiefs' seven-play, 57-yard march to set up the winning kick. Joining the Chiefs with a 10th triumph to keep a conference lead was Detroit, with Jahmyr Gibbs rushing for 90 yards and two touchdowns and David Montgomery running for another score in the Lions' 24-6 triumph at Indianapolis. A wild finish with 38 points in the last 5:16 marked the Dallas Cowboys' 34-26 victory at Washington, where the Commanders appeared to have lost, then made an amazing comeback only to fall in the end. Cooper Rush's second touchdown pass, a 22-yarder to Luke Schoonmaker with 5:16 remaining, gave Dallas a 20-9 edge, but Jayden Daniels threw a 4-yard touchdown pass to Zach Ertz and ran for a 2-point conversion to pull Washington within 20-17. KaVontae Turpin answered with a 99-yard kickoff return touchdown on the ensuing play, but again the Commanders responded as Austin Seibert kicked a 51-yard field goal and Daniels connected with Terry McLaurin on an 86-yard touchdown pass with 21 seconds remaining. Seibert, however, shockingly missed the conversion kick to keep Dallas ahead 27-26 and the Cowboys added a Juanyeh Thomas 43-yard kickoff return touchdown on the next play to seal victory. At Miami, Tua Tagovailoa threw for 317 yards and four touchdowns to spark the Miami Dolphins over New England 34-15. At Chicago, Minnesota's John Parker Romo kicked a 29-yard field goal with 2:10 remaining in overtime to lift the Vikings over the host Bears 30-27. Sam Darnold threw for 330 yards and two touchdowns as the Vikings improved to 9-2. At Houston, Chig Okonkwo caught a 70-yard go-ahead touchdown pass from Will Levis in the fourth quarter as Tennessee upset the host Texans 32-27. Levis threw for 278 yards and two touchdowns and Tony Pollard ran for 119 yards and a touchdown as the Titans reached 3-8 and Houston fell to 7-5. Tampa Bay's Baker Mayfield threw for 294 yards to spark the Buccaneers over the host New York Giants 30-7. js/sev
The defeat to Bayern Munich was not just a loss on the scoreboard; it was a blow to Barcelona's identity and reputation. The club, known for its commitment to attacking football and nurturing young talents, looked a shadow of its former self under Setien's guidance. The lack of a clear game plan, coupled with a fragile defense, made Barcelona easy prey for a ruthless Bayern side.
Tomorrow’s talent begins their journey at Gwent manufacturing firmPresident Bola Tinubu has declared that Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) has achieved fundamental milestones in entrepreneurial advancement, playing a crucial role in Nigeria’s drive for job creation and economic growth. Tinubu who made the declaration during the 36th convocation ceremony of YABATECH, opined that the college’s commitment to fostering entrepreneurial skills among its students has greatly enhanced the nation’s capacity for innovation and self-reliance. The president, who was represented by the minister of State for Education, Dr Suwaiba Ahmed, charged the graduating students to build on the strong foundation and leverage the acquired skills for professional growth and societal impact. In a statement released by the institution’s director of communication, Adekunle Adams, Tinubu charged the graduands that they are equipped not only to succeed but to lead and inspire, making meaningful contributions across various domains, including science, technology, commerce, environmental design, arts, agriculture and entrepreneurship. “As you move forward into the next chapter of your lives, remember that learning is a lifelong journey. Continue to seek out new knowledge, embrace the challenges ahead, and strive for excellence in every endeavour. The world is full of opportunities, and you are well-prepared to explore and seize them. Let the education you have received here serve as a beacon, guiding you to make a positive impact,” he said. Meanwhile, fellowship awards of the college were conferred on the wife of the president, Senator Oluremi Tinubu and the speaker of the Federal House of Representatives, Rt Hon Tajudeen Abass for their immense contribution to national development and to ordinary Nigerians. Senator Oluremi Tinubu, who was represented by Dr Alawi King, in her acceptance speech, considered the award as a challenge that will continue to inspire her efforts to uplift others for the greater good and development of our nation. The rector of the college, Dr Ibraheem Abdul pronounced that the convocation is a testament to hard work, resilience and vision, and the graduating students are stepping out into a world that is rapidly changing, it is a world driven by technology, innovation, and an insatiable hunger for progress and development. “But remember success in the 21st century is not just about knowledge, it’s about adaptability, collaboration, and vision. Technology will evolve, industries will transform, and the problem of today will give way to the challenges of tomorrow. My charge to you is this: Be curious: Never stop learning, stay ahead of the curve by embracing new knowledge and perspectives. Be bold: Innovation demands courage. Do not fear failure, let it be the stepping stone to your greater achievements,” he said.