Day: December 29, 2021

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[INVNT GROUP]™ Bets Big on Live; Enhances Live Brand Storytelling Capabilities with Newly Formed ITP LIVE, in the Strategic Acquisitions of InSync Production Services, Thunder Audio and Morpheus Lights.

Introducing ITP LIVE: An Integrated Production Services Division of INVNT®

New York, Dec. 29, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — [INVNT GROUP] THE GLOBAL BRANDSTORY PROJECT™ announces the strategic acquisitions of four historied live event production companies: ITP LIVE, InSync Production Services, Thunder Audio, and Morpheus Lights.

Led by President and CEO, Scott Cullather, [INVNT GROUP] represents a growing portfolio of complementary disciplines designed to help forward thinking brands everywhere, impact the audiences that matter anywhere.

“This deal is a key pillar of our integrated vertical growth strategy as [INVNT GROUP] THE GLOBAL BRANDSTORY PROJECT. The dedicated search for these four companies has been in development for over 18 months. We sought leaders in the technical and production aspects of the live events industry, who were delivering premier production services to legacy brands and many of the world’s biggest peforming artists. These acquisitions will expand our innovation capabilities, allowing INVNT, our live events business, to offer our customers the ultimate in live events and experiential activations.”

Scott Cullather, President and CEO,  [INVNT GROUP]

[INVNT GROUP] consists of modern brand strategy firm, Folk Hero; creative-led culture consultancy, Meaning; branded content studio and content marketing agency HEVĒ; collegiate events and experiences, INVNT Higher Education, the original global live brand storytelling agency, INVNT and now ITP LIVE consisting of: InSync Production Services, Thunder Audio and Morpheus Lights.

For more than twenty-five years, these production companies have supported the design and execution of experiential and live entertainment programs for many of the largest corporations, trade associations, sports franchises, governmental agencies (including the White House), and some of the most successful artists in the world: Bruce Springsteen, Snoop Dog, Lady Gaga, Lionel Richie, Billy Joel, Diana Ross, Metallica, Post Malone, Tyler Perry and more.

The companies will continue to operate under their current names and will service their existing roster of clients, seek new clients, and providing services to synergistic INVNT opportunities and projects.

“Historically, producing live events has often required a great deal of outsourcing on virtually every project. Through these strategic acquisitions we will have end-to-end control over every aspect of our live events – especially quality and cost, continuing to deliver world-class service and at the very best value. The merging of resources and networks also gives us geographical spread across North America. Our anticipation is to continue growing these resources in other territories around the world. This is only the beginning.”

Kristina McCoobery, COO [INVNT GROUP] and CEO INVNT

Rooted in experiential marketing, [INVNT GROUP]’s expansion comes as part of a strategic, yet natural evolution. This business partnership creates a unique offering in the market, and enhances the group’s abilities to fulfill creative, technological, and strategic designs in dynamic new ways.

“When [INVNT GROUP] approached us about the idea of coming together and amplifying our resources, I was instantly drawn to the group’s commitment to impactful storytelling. Their award-winning work aligns with our vision of the newly formed ITP LIVE, that includes Insync Production Services, Thunder Audio and Morpheus Lights,. We’re excited by the incredible synergies created through our partnership and welcome a new chapter in designing the best events on the planet.”

Pat Hand, CEO, ITP LIVE

This transaction was structured by Wolf Karbe, CFO of [INVNT GROUP] and represented by Evergreen Advisors Capital and Center Rock Advisors. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

About [INVNT GROUP]

[INVNT GROUP] was established in 2020, as an evolution of the founding global live brand storytelling agency INVNT in 2008, with a vision to provide consistent, meaningful, well-articulated BrandStory across all platforms. With offices in New York, Sydney, London, Singapore, San Francisco, Sydney, Stockholm, Detroit, and Washington D.C.; headed by President and CEO, Scott Cullather, [INVNT GROUP], THE GLOBAL BRANDSTORY PROJECT™ represents a growing portfolio of complementary disciplines designed to help forward-thinking organizations everywhere, impact the audiences that matter, anywhere. The GROUP consists of modern brand strategy firm, Folk Hero; creative-led culture consultancy, Meaning; branded content studio and content marketing agency HEVĒ, INVNT Higher Ed; events for colleges and universities, and the original live brand storytelling agency, INVNT. For more information about [INVNT GROUP], visit: www.invntgroup.com.

About INVNT

Founded in 2008 by Scott Cullather and Kristina McCoobery, INVNT uses the craft of live brand storytelling to create and produce live experiences that excite and unite physical and virtual audiences, globally. The company’s ‘challenge everything’ positioning statement helps clients including General Motors, PepsiCo, Merck, Microsoft, Pfizer, and Samsung share their stories with every audience that matters. INVNT’s offices are strategically located in New York, London, Sydney, Detroit, San Francisco, Washington D.C., Stockholm and Singapore. For more information about INVNT, visit: www.invnt.com.

About ITP LIVE

ITP Live – Ideas. Technology. People. was Founded by Pat Hand (CEO) and Paul Mullen (COO) who collectively have over 60 years of experience in event design and production management.  Pat Hand, former CEO, PRG Mid-Atlantic and Paul Mullen former President and CEO, Greyhound Exposition Services have created, managed, and integrated world class companies and were forerunners of providing end to end, turnkey production solutions. Their strategy spans from concept through execution with a true 360 production approach. Pat and Paul will oversee management for InSync, Thunder Audio and Morpheus Lights, to ensure smooth integration and growth while fully maximizing production synergies with INVNT creating significant cost savings while ensuring best in class production support services.   For more information about ITP LIVE, visit: www.itplive.com

About INSYNC PRODUCTION SERVICES

An iconic show production company, founded over 25 years ago in Las Vegas, the entertainment capital of the world, powering the Indy 500, Super Bowl and supporting clients that include L’Oreal, Dell Computers, Nissan, Verizon and Wells Fargo. Built around the broadcast video landscape, a creative leader leveraging LED technology. For more information about Insync Production Services, visit: www.insyncproductionservices.com.

About THUNDER AUDIO

Thunder Audio, a family owned business for over 42 years, has amplified some of the largest musical artists in the world including: Billy Joel, Post Malone, Elton John, Lionel Ritchie, Metallica, Diana Ross, and Earth Wind and Fire. Thunder Audio design and produce dynamic audio services for live experiences of all varieties and scales. Thunder Audio has always been a part of supporting touring, music festivals, corporate events, broadcast, sporting and governmental events. Providing the finest technology with premier manufacturers in the industry. For more information about Thunder Audio, visit: www.thunderaudioinc.com.

About MORPHEUS LIGHTS

Morpheus Lights has staked a global claim in the art and science of performance illumination in live events. For over 25 years, the company has counted on top-tier technology partners like AYRTON, Martin/Harmon, and Clay Paky to support lighting design and execution on  tours and performances for Bruce Springsteen, Ringo Starr, and Lady Gaga. The company uses an eco-conscious approach to all projects, constantly researching for the most environmentally friendly products. For more information about Morpheus Lights, visit: www.morpheuslights.com.

 

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Awareness session on Intellectual Property Rights 

Lahore, December 29, 2021 (PPI-OT):University of Central Punjab (UCP) organized an awareness session on Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs) from the platform of ORIC with the collaboration of Faculty of Life Sciences and Department of Food Sciences on 23 December. Mr. Muhammad Ismail, Director IPO Pakistan was invited as a key note speaker.

The session entailed a welcome note by the Pro-Rector UCP, Dr. Nassar Ikram, who emphasized on the importance of IP and focus of the UCP leadership in developing the IP Protection culture. During the detailed presentation given by Mr. Ismail (Director IPO), it was discussed how inventors can benefit from protecting their IPs and what are the royalty channels that follow afterwards. Moreover, some real-world IP case studies were also discussed.

In direct relevance to UCP’s efforts to increase its pool of IPs, certificates were also distributed amongst the winning teams of the Food Product Development competition which was recently organized by the Faculty of Life Sciences under the Department of Food Sciences. As a result of this competition 50 potential IPs have also been identified. The session concluded on a short networking between the delegate from IPO and faculty members.

For more information, contact:
University of Central Punjab (UCP)
Khayaban-e-Jinnah Road, Johar Town, Lahore, Pakistan
Phone: +92-42-35880007
Fax: +92-42-35954892
Email: info@ucp.edu.pk
Website: https://www.ucp.edu.pk/

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Qassim University Seeking International Students for M.Sc. Engineering Programs with Full Scholarships 

Karachi, December 29, 2021 (PPI-OT):DSU’s IERC (International Education Resource Center) would like to inform all final year Engineering students as well as DSU’s Engineering graduates that Qassim University’s College of Engineering is offering a lucrative scholarship opportunity for international students to do their M.Sc. Engineering Program. QS World ranking of Qassim University is 800-1000 with 5-star ratings.

Students can get publication rewards if they publish their work in peer reviewed journals during their course of study. In addition, students can have an opportunity to join Professors-Research Projects with a good stipend in addition to their regular scholarship.

Scholarship programs:

Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Civil Engineering (MCE)

Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Mechanical Engineering (MME)

Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Electrical Engineering (MEE)

Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Renewable Energy Engineering (MRE)

For any Further Inquiries Contact:

The Dean, College of Engineering,

Qassim University, Saudi Arabia

College of Engineering, Qassim University, Saudi a

Buraidah, Al-Qassim 51452

Saudi Arabia. Email: qec.scholarship@qu.edu.sa

Important Links:

https://qec.qu.edu.sa/content/pages/2019 (Application Link)

https://qec.qu.edu.sa/content/news/2021

Application Deadline: January 31st, 2022

For more information, contact:
Manager Marketing,
DHA Suffa University (DSU)
DG-78, Off Khayaban-e-Tufail, Ph-VII (Ext.),
DHA, Karachi-75500, Pakistan
Tel: +92-21-35244871
Email: sabah.baloch@dsu.edu.pk
Website: www.dsu.edu.pk

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GIK Institute Alumni become a huge source of inspiration: Rector Prof. Dr. Fazal Ahmad Khalid 

Swabi, December 29, 2021 (PPI-OT):The alumni of Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute of Engineering Sciences and Technology, who came from about 70 different countries, have stressed the need for academia-industry linkages and result-oriented research activities for the development of the country. The alumni, who reached their alma mater from across the globe, unanimously vowed to play their due role in further strengthening the environment for imparting contemporary knowledge to the youngsters.

Shakil Durrani Executive Director of Society for the Promotion of Engineering Sciences and Technology in Pakistan (SOPREST) was chief guest on the occasion. Taimur Saleem Jhagra, provincial finance and health minister, a member of GIK Institute Alumni Association also attended the gathering. Prof Dr Fazal Ahmad Khalid, SI, Rector GIK Institute, Sardar Aminullah Khan, Pro-Rector Admin and Finance, Prof Dr Wasim A Khan, Pro-Rector Academics, deans, students of various disciplines, directors and other staff attended the event. The alumni paid tributes to founder of the GIK Institute, late Ghulam Ishaq Khan, the former President of Pakistan.

The Institute has made great efforts to make alumni homecoming comfortable and the academia and staff extended a warm welcome to them. The gathering provided them an opportunity to reunite, catch up with their old friends, refresh the sweet memories of the student life and have a glimpse of their alma mater.

“GIK Institute has really transferred my personality and really helped me in professional learning,” said Hina Gohar who completed her PhD from abroad. During interaction with the faculty, their visit to respective faculties and speaking at various seminars they vowed to straighten their interaction and relationship with GIK Institute.

Junaid Kalim, president of GIK Institute Alumni Association said, “GIK Institute has a strong desire to give great value to their mother Institution and play our due role in making it stronger.” He said the alumni provided Rs27 million as scholarship to the students in the current year. The total scholarships were awarded to 55 students. “We provide need-based scholarships on merit to the GIK Institute students,” he said. “We strive to increase the scholarship to Rs30 million in the next year.

“We are true representatives of our alma mater. We would strive to use our expertise, experience and status to further boost the rank of the Institute in the field of engineering sciences and management science,” said Muhammad Usman, who came from Mexico.

Speaking on the occasion Shakil Durrani said there were 200 universities in Pakistan and GIK Institute was known as a centre of excellence, enjoying a unique place in the landscape of higher education. Taimur Jhagra said, “The universities have to play a massive role in the development of the country. The GIK Institute has produced outstanding graduates.”

Prof Khalid said that the alumni visit has “become a huge source of inspiration” and strength for the Institute. The Institute has so far produced 6800 BS, 500 MS and over 75 PhD graduates. “You (alumni) are stars of our Institute. You are a great asset we strive to strengthen,” he said.

For more information, contact:
Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute of Engineering Sciences and Technology (GIKI)
Topi 23640, District Swabi, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
Tel: +92-938-281026
Fax: +92-938-281032, +92-938-281041
Website: https://www.giki.edu.pk/

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Implementation of Online Service requests in Exams department 

Islamabad, December 29, 2021 (PPI-OT):For Details click below link:

https://aiou.edu.pk/addvertise/webnews_service_requests.pdf

For more information, contact:
Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU)
Ashfaq Ahmed Road, Sector H-8,
Islamabad – 44000, Pakistan
Tel: +92-51-111-112-468
Email: director_sac@aiou.edu.pk, support@aiou.edu.pk
Website: http://www.aiou.edu.pk/

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DCW and Faculty of Arabic hold Training Workshop on Teaching Skills for Women 

Islamabad, December 29, 2021 (PPI-OT):Dawah Center for Women (DCW) of Dawah Academy and Faculty of Arabic (FA) of International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI) organized a one-day training workshop for improving teaching skills and Arabic Language training for teachers.

Dean of the Faculty of Arabic, Dr. Fazlullah, congratulated the workshop and appreciated Dawah Center for Women of Dawah Academy and Arabic Department of Faculty of Arabic for conducting the training workshop for enhancing the teaching skills of women. He highlighted the importance of learning of Arabic Language for all Muslims. He added that teachers have a great responsibility to transfer the knowledge with honesty.

Dr. Faryal Ambreen of DCW briefly highlighted the key role of Dawah Center for Women in conducting the workshop. She also spoke on the need and importance of this workshop. She appreciated the support and cooperation of the Arabic Department for jointly conducting this workshop and briefed about the objectives of the workshop.

Dr. Alia Akram, Chairperson Arabic Department briefed about the objectives of the workshop and explained how important it is for teachers to know and understand Arabic language. Dr. Alia also highlighted the semantic and literal beauty and analysis of the Arabic language. She added that the purpose of this workshop is to enhance teaching skills and learning of Arabic language.

Dr. Susaan, Professor of Arabic from Al-Azhar University in Egypt who is presently providing services at IIUI urged the participants to acquire and enhance the teaching Arabic language skills. She also stressed that if we want to understand the Arabic language, it is very important to understand its history, words etymologies. Dr. Fauzia Mir Taj in her speech highlighted the importance and usefulness of Arabic language and said that mastering the Arabic language is a necessity of the time.

Dr. Summaya Chughtai Student Advisor (Female Campus) also attended the workshop and lauded the role of DCW and termed the workshop jointly organized by Dawa Center for Women and Arabic Department as a very useful component for teachers and stressed on the need to hold more workshops like this. At the end of the program, the participants were given the Holy Quran as a gift and certificates of participation were also distributed among them.

This one-day workshop for improving teaching skills for women was attended by 35 participants from the Arabic Department of Faculty of Arabic and teachers of Ahad Foundation and Ghazali Education Trust.

For more information, contact:
Public Relations,
International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI)
Room No.118, Admin Block, New Campus,
H-10 Sector, Islamabad, Pakistan
Tel: +92-51-9019249
Fax: +92-51-9257909
Email: iiuipublicrelations@iiu.edu.pk
Website: www.iiu.edu.pk