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Autonomous Tasking With TacACE and Optix.C2 Showcase Maturity and Operational Readiness

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA / ACCESS Newswire / July 17, 2025 / General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) and General Atomics Integrated Intelligence, Inc. (GA-Intelligence) successfully completed a groundbreaking demonstration on July 8, integrating technologies across multiple affiliates to showcase long-range kill chain effects, including an autonomous air-to-air engagement. The flight integrated local and global sensor fusion to deliver real-time situational awareness and autonomous tasking to an airborne MQ-20 Avenger^® through the Tactical Autonomy Core Ecosystem (TacACE) to close the kill chain and showcase the system’s maturity and operational readiness for the warfighter.

The event featured the integration of a Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA), a fully compliant government-owned autonomy implementation, and beyond-line-of-sight (BLOS) Command and Control (C2). The MQ-20 unmanned jet, furnished by GA-ASI, acted as a CCA surrogate in a sensor Emission Control (EMCON) environment. It was operated autonomously and controlled using distributed-edge C2 nodes powered by Optix.C2 and Omniview software. Optix.C2, a product from General Atomics-Intelligence, provided low-latency, localized C2 functionality while remaining networked to the broader operational picture, enabling real-time coordination across multiple domains.

Dr. Brian Ralston, President of GA-Intelligence, applauded the joint effort. “This demonstration illustrates the value of integrating cutting-edge and proven technologies across the GA enterprise. The Optix data platform and C2 capability enable rapid integration and experimentation to address critical DoD and IC needs.”

General Atomics successfully fused space-based sensing and tactical sensing with the C2 node during the flight, giving the aircraft access to a complete real-time threat picture for enhanced onboard autonomous decision-making. The demonstration also included live coordination of Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) and kinetic tasking through a unified operator interface capable of deployment in virtually any cloud environment.

During the exercise, the live MQ-20 aircraft autonomously patrolled a designated Combat Air Patrol (CAP) zone, leveraging off-board sensors to demonstrate how passive collection techniques can inform autonomous platforms in real time. Four CCA surrogates – one live and three virtual – were directed by an operator to investigate multiple targets of interest. Upon identifying them as threats, the operator issued a command to initiate the BLOS engagement. The autonomous systems maneuvered into position, simulated missile launches, assessed battle damage, and returned to CAP without additional operator input.

“This demonstration represents a substantial leap in autonomy and human-machine interfaces that are critical to the warfighter in the near-peer fight,” said Michael Atwood, Vice President of Advanced Programs at GA-ASI. “By integrating Optix.C2 with TacACE, we’re delivering a system that not only operates at the tactical edge but also enables rapid decision-making and execution across the battlespace. This is the future of warfare – scalable, autonomous systems that empower the warfighter to dominate at range.”

GA-ASI continues to develop and validate autonomy products that deliver scalable, collaborative aircraft behavior with minimal operator input. GA-Intelligence provided multi-sensor global fusion and engagement orchestration algorithms and interfaces. This latest milestone expands the company’s autonomy portfolio with access to a complete threat picture while advancing critical-edge C2 capabilities and intuitive operator interfaces.

About GA-ASI

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. is the world’s foremost builder of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). Logging more than 8 million flight hours, the Predator^® line of UAS has flown for over 30 years and includes MQ-9A Reaper^®, MQ-1C Gray Eagle^®, MQ-20 Avenger^®, and MQ-9B SkyGuardian^®/SeaGuardian^®. The company is dedicated to providing long-endurance, multi-mission solutions that deliver persistent situational awareness and rapid strike.

For more information, visit www.ga-asi.com.

Avenger, EagleEye, Gray Eagle, Lynx, Predator, Reaper, SeaGuardian, and SkyGuardian are trademarks of General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc., registered in the United States and/or other countries.

About GA-Intelligence

General Atomics Integrated Intelligence, Inc. is a data science, software development, and systems engineering firm focused on developing advanced analytic capabilities to customers in both public and private sectors, with a strong emphasis on tools in support of spatio-temporal (space and time) data management, multi-source/multi-INT correlation and data fusion, tracking, entity resolution, location forecasting, and multi-domain global situational awareness (MDGSA) leveraging extremely high volume/velocity data sources. For more information, visit www.ga-intelligence.com.

SOURCE: General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.

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GA-ASI’s MQ-9B SkyGuardian® Training Was Conducted at Multiple Sites, Including Flight Test & Training Center and Desert Horizon

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA / ACCESS Newswire / July 17, 2025 / The first Belgian aircrew has completed training to operate the world’s leading remotely piloted aircraft (RPA): the MQ-9B SkyGuardian^®. General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), designer and developer of the MQ-9B, provided the extensive aircrew training that culminated at GA-ASI’s Desert Horizon test facility in El Mirage, California, following stops in Belgium and GA-ASI’s Flight Test & Training Center in North Dakota.

“Providing all-encompassing training for the aircrews of our customers goes hand in hand with delivering the world’s most capable RPA,” said GA-ASI President David R. Alexander. “Completing this training ensures that Belgium is ready and able to operate their MQ-9Bs and maximize the benefits that come from long-range, high-endurance RPA.”

The scope of the training is focused on the foundational skills required to operate the MQ-9B SkyGuardian air vehicle and its equipment, including the Multi-Spectral Targeting System (MTS), Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR), Mission Intelligence Station (MIS), and System for Tasking and Real-Time Exploitation (STARE). Training involves building solid foundations for both normal and emergency operations in Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) systems, instrument flying, and Automatic Takeoff and Landing Capability (ATLC) and more.

The first flight of Belgium’s initial MQ-9B aircraft took place in February. That aircraft will soon complete Acceptance Test Procedures and is expected to be in Belgium before the end of September. It’s the first of a four-aircraft purchase by the Belgian Ministry of Defence. The Foreign Military Sale to Belgium also includes two Certified Ground Control Stations.

MQ-9B is the world’s most advanced RPA system, delivering exceptionally long endurance and range – with ATLC under pole-to-pole SATCOM-only control – and will be able to operate in unsegregated airspace using the GA-ASI-developed Detect and Avoid system. MQ-9B includes the SkyGuardian and SeaGuardian^® models, with multiple deliveries made to the U.K.’s Royal Air Force (Protector), as well as orders from Canada, Poland, Japan, Taiwan, India, and the U.S. Air Force in support of the Special Operations Command. MQ-9B has also supported various U.S. Navy exercises, including Northern Edge, Integrated Battle Problem, and Group Sail.

About GA-ASI

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc., is the world’s foremost builder of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). Logging more than 8 million flight hours, the Predator^® line of UAS has flown for over 30 years and includes MQ-9A Reaper^®, MQ-1C Gray Eagle^®, MQ-20 Avenger^®, and MQ-9B SkyGuardian^®/SeaGuardian^®. The company is dedicated to providing long-endurance, multi-mission solutions that deliver persistent situational awareness and rapid strike.

For more information, visit www.ga-asi.com.

Avenger, EagleEye, Gray Eagle, Lynx, Predator, Reaper, SeaGuardian, and SkyGuardian are trademarks of General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc., registered in the United States and/or other countries.

SOURCE: General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.

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General Atomics announces plans for rapid international uncrewed fighter development

FAIRFORD, UK / ACCESS Newswire / July 17, 2025 / General Atomics is taking a bold step toward rapidly delivering a European Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) – based on a mature U.S. platform, assembled in Europe, with European mission systems – by aligning its independent U.S. and German aerospace affiliates under a teamed operation.

The new aircraft is derived from the U.S. Air Force’s YFQ-42A prototype, currently in ground testing and scheduled for first flight later this summer, designed and built by General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) in San Diego, Calif. European mission system customization and manufacturing in Europe will be supported by General Atomics’ German aerospace affiliate, General Atomics Aerotec Systems GmbH (GA-ATS), headquartered in Oberpfaffenhofen, near Munich.

Leveraging the prior investments of these established aerospace companies on both sides of the Atlantic provides a jump start for European uncrewed fighter development and a pathway to meet the speedy acquisition timelines set by European nations. It also provides an established path for further international collaboration efforts and indigenous defense partnerships, based on both companies’ previous successes in global aircraft delivery.

“We’re eager to combine our uncrewed aircraft system expertise with the airborne sensor and weapons system expertise of the European defense industry, starting with our own affiliate GA Aerotec Systems GmbH in Germany,” said GA-ASI CEO Linden Blue. “With a proven CCA design already in production today, these systems will be delivered in significant quantity with high-technology European inputs to build and sustain affordable mass for NATO’s fighter forces.”

GA-ASI is the world’s foremost builder of unmanned aerial systems, delivering more than 1,200 aircraft over three decades and supporting a net fleet operation approaching 9 million flight hours. The company has pioneered three types of unmanned combat jets, including the groundbreaking MQ-20 Avenger^® (2009) and the U.S. Air Force’s XQ-67A Off-Board Sensing Station (2024). Its YFQ-42A fighter was rapidly developed from the XQ-67A baseline and is expected to fly only 18 months after its predecessor.

International collaboration is a significant focus for General Atomics. GA-ASI aircraft are flown by the US, the U.K., Spain, France, Italy, Netherlands, Japan, India and many other customers around the world. GA-ASI’s high-value supply chain for UAS extends deeply into these partner nations, where major airframe components, subsystems, and complete sensor payloads are manufactured.

GA-ATS is a German aircraft manufacturing and Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul company. Aircraft have been manufactured and serviced on the company site for more than 40 years. The company conducts MRO on NH-90 helicopters for the German military; builds, sustains, and modifies the Do-228 multi-role aircraft; and performs engine overhaul on the TPE-331-10 turboprop engine, common to both Do-228 and MQ-9A/B unmanned aircraft.

A new Collaborative Combat Aircraft for Europe, leveraging the YFQ-42A baseline, will benefit from these previous successes, Blue explained.

“European nations are essential and irreplaceable allies for the United States and our company,” he said. “We will supply a mature aircraft baseline already well along in its development, and we’ll look forward to German and other European national partnerships to bring these aircraft online in European and NATO air forces as the Continent grows a new generation of highly capable defense systems.”

About GA-ASI

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. is the world’s foremost builder of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). Logging nearly 9 million flight hours, the Predator^® line of UAS has flown for over 30 years and includes MQ-9A Reaper^®, MQ-1C Gray Eagle^®, MQ-20 Avenger^®, and MQ-9B SkyGuardian^®/SeaGuardian^®. The company is dedicated to providing long-endurance, multi-mission solutions that deliver persistent situational awareness and rapid strike.

For more information, visit www.ga-asi.com.

Avenger, EagleEye, Gray Eagle, Lynx, Predator, Reaper, SeaGuardian, and SkyGuardian are trademarks of General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc., registered in the United States and/or other countries.

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SOURCE: General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.

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As more Australians seek a lifestyle change, leading non-bank lender Liberty is helping to make regional relocation more accessible through tailored personal loan solutions.

MELBOURNE, AU / ACCESS Newswire / July 17, 2025 / According to research commissioned by the Regional Australia Institute (RAI), the number of city-based Australians considering regional relocation doubled between 2023 and 2024. Key motivators include more affordable housing, closer proximity to nature, and a stronger sense of community.

While the appeal of regional living continues to grow, the upfront costs involved with moving can present challenges. Expenses such as professional movers, temporary accommodation, and immediate home improvements can quickly add up and delay plans.

To help ease this transition, Liberty offers personal loans designed to support Australians in making their move sooner. From covering the cost of movers to setting up a new home, their flexible solutions support individuals and families to pursue their preferred lifestyle without dipping into long-term savings.

“Relocating is both an exciting and demanding experience, and having flexible support can make a real difference,” said Bernadine Pantarotto, Communications Manager at Liberty.

“Whether it’s covering a holding deposit or the cost of setting up your new space, Liberty offers personal loans that can be tailored to suit customers’ unique needs.”

With both secured and unsecured personal loan options, Liberty offers competitive rates and fast approvals.

Customers may also benefit from flexible repayment terms and the option of making extra repayments, which can be especially helpful during times of change.

“Whether you’re thinking of moving further out or have other exciting plans in mind, we’re here to help you explore your options.”

In addition to personal loans, Liberty also offers flexible solutions for home, car, business, commercial, and SMSF lending – helping Australians take the next step towards their goals.

“Where other lenders may not take the time to help, we’ll work with you to find a practical, personalized solution,” Ms Pantarotto said.

About Liberty
As one of Australia’s leading non-bank lenders, Liberty offers innovative solutions to support customers with greater choice. Over more than 27 years, this free-thinking approach to loan solutions has seen more than 900,000 customers across a wide range of home, car, business and personal loans, as well as SMSF lending and insurance. Liberty remains the only non-bank lender with an investment-grade credit rating offering custom and prime solutions to help more people get financial.

Approved applicants only. Lending criteria apply. Fees and charges are payable. Liberty Financial Pty Ltd ACN 077 248 983 and Secure Funding Pty Ltd ABN 25 081 982 872 Australian Credit License 388133, together trading as Liberty Financial.

Contact
Laura Orchard
Media Coordinator
P: +61 3 8635 8888
E: mediaenquiries@liberty.com.au

SOURCE: Liberty

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With home loan demand rising year-on-year, Liberty continues to support a range of Australians to enter the property market.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA / ACCESS Newswire / July 17, 2025 / The Australian Bureau of Statistics has released new Lending Indicators data showing a year-on-year increase in new home loans.

Between the March 2024 and 2025 quarters, owner-occupier home loans rose by 6.0%, while investor home loans jumped by 8.8%.

Although more Australians have secured home loans in this time, many have unique needs and require flexible support to reach their property goals.

As a leading lender, Liberty offers free-thinking home loan solutions to support a diverse range of customers.

Communications Manager, Bernadine Pantarotto says Liberty takes the time to understand each person’s situation and is equipped to offer personalised solutions.

“Whether you’re a first home buyer, have imperfect credit, variable income, or limited documentation, Liberty is here to help you move forward on your property journey”, Ms Pantarotto said.

“As free thinkers, we’re proud to offer home loans tailored to real-life needs.”

Liberty’s suite of residential and investment loan solutions is designed to help more people reach their goals.

The lender offers low deposit home loans to help first-time buyers enter the market, and low doc options that provide greater flexibility for those with different income sources.

Depending on what suits them best, customers could benefit from features like offset accounts, interest-only terms, linked Visa debit cards, redraw facilities, and higher LVRs.

“If you’re curious about which home loan features are right for you, chatting with a mortgage broker could be a good first step.”

“Your local Liberty Adviser is there to help you explore the options and guide you from application to settlement, and beyond.”

Alongside home loans, Liberty also offers flexible personal, car, business, commercial, and SMSF loan solutions.

About Liberty
As one of Australia’s leading non-bank lenders, Liberty offers innovative solutions to support customers with greater choice. Over more than 27 years, this free-thinking approach to loan solutions has seen more than 900,000 customers across a wide range of home, car, business and personal loans, as well as SMSF lending and insurance. Liberty remains the only non-bank lender with an investment-grade credit rating offering custom and prime solutions to help more people get financial.

Approved applicants only. Lending criteria apply. Fees and charges are payable. Liberty Financial Pty Ltd ACN 077 248 983 and Secure Funding Pty Ltd ABN 25 081 982 872 Australian Credit Licence 388133, together trading as Liberty Financial.

Contact
Laura Orchard
Media Coordinator
P: +61 3 8635 8888
E: mediaenquiries@liberty.com.au

SOURCE: Liberty

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New Research Platform Gives Sophisticated Investors Access to Real-Time Insight from Verified Professionals with Full Visibility into Performance

RED BANK, NJ / ACCESS Newswire / July 17, 2025 / DeepStreet.io (DeepStreet), a new financial market intelligence platform, has launched a first-of-its-kind research and signal hub built exclusively for sophisticated investors. Designed to cut through the noise of anonymous commentary and opinion-driven content, DeepStreet delivers real-time insight from verified fund managers and institutional professionals, bringing credibility and trackable outcomes back to modern investing.

Unlike content feeds driven by speculation or algorithms, DeepStreet is grounded in real capital management. Every contributor is a vetted professional actively overseeing portfolios. These market operators share original research, macro frameworks, and timely signals that offer credible, contextual insight investors can evaluate against real outcomes. The result is trusted analysis once reserved for the institutional elite.

DeepStreet equips investors with tools designed to surface credible research, monitor market movement, and evaluate ideas based on proven performance. The platform offers:

• Institutional-quality research from verified professionals and DeepStreet’s editorial team

• Track record transparency, with every thesis tied to real outcomes

• Real-time market signals with context from professionals managing live capital

• Custom intelligence alerts based on investor-selected tickers, sectors, or asset classes

• Performance-based discovery to identify top analysts by measurable performance, not hype

“The goal behind DeepStreet is to bring institutional-level insight to sophisticated investors without compromising on transparency or speed,” said Brandon Thompson, Director of Innovation at DeepStreet. “By combining professional research with performance accountability, we’re giving serious investors access to credible intelligence that was previously out of reach.”

Since launch, DeepStreet has published more than 6,000 research articles across sectors including energy, defense, infrastructure, and clean capital markets. Contributors include former head traders, CFAs, and portfolio managers specializing in macro strategy, forensic balance sheet analysis, volatility modeling, and activist intelligence.

Investors can sign up and explore real-time research from verified professionals at: www.deepstreet.io

About DeepStreet.io

DeepStreet.io (DeepStreet) is a financial market intelligence platform built for sophisticated investors. By combining institutional-grade research, real-time market signals, and full track record transparency, DeepStreet gives users access to credible, accountable insight from verified professionals. The platform is designed to help investors cut through noise, evaluate research by performance, and act with greater confidence. For more information, visit www.deepstreet.io.

Contact:
Jessica DeMarino
jdemarino@deepstreet.io

SOURCE: DeepStreet

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VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / July 17, 2025 / 1933 Industries Inc. (the “Company” or “1933 Industries”) (CSE:TGIF)(OTC PINK:TGIFF), a Nevada-focused cannabis cultivator and producer, reminds shareholders to vote at the Annual General Meeting (the “AGM“) to be held on July 25, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. (Vancouver time).

The deadline to receive all votes/proxies is 10:30 a.m. (PST) on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. The Company reminds all Shareholders to submit their proxies before the deadline.

Shareholders will be asked to vote on the following matters:

1. To receive the audited consolidated financial statements of the Company for the fiscal year ended July 31, 2024

2. To set the number of directors to be elected at the AGM at Three (3)

3. To elect directors

4. To appoint MNP LLP, Chartered Professional Accountants as Auditors of the Company for the ensuing year and to authorize the Directors to fix their remuneration

5. To consider a resolution approving unallocated options under the Company’s existing Stock Option Plan until July 25, 2028

6. To consider by ordinary resolution, the amendment of the Articles of the Company

The details of all matters proposed to be put before the shareholders at the AGM are set forth in the Management Information Circular (the “Circular“). Shareholders are reminded to view the Circular prior to voting. Materials for the Meeting may be viewed online at:

1933industries.com/investors/agm-materials

www.sedar.com

Meeting Date and Location

Date & Time: Friday, July 25, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. (PST)

Place: Boardroom of Suite 300 – 1055 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC, V6E 2E9

Record Date: Only shareholders of record at the close of business on June 10, 2025, (the “Record Date“) are entitled to vote at the meeting or any adjournment or postponement thereof.

All shareholders are entitled to attend the AGM and vote by proxy. No voting is permitted on the day of the meeting.

Voting

Registered shareholders of Record Date are asked to return their proxies using one of the following methods by the proxy cut-off date (10:30 a.m. PST, July 23, 2025).

• INTERNET: https://vote.odysseytrust.com

• MAIL: Proxy Department, Odyssey Trust Company, Trader’s Bank Building, 702, 67 Yonge Street, Toronto Ontario M5E 1J8.

Non-registered holders are asked to use the voter instruction form provided by your intermediary (bank, trust company or broker) and return it as early as practicable to ensure that it is transmitted on time. It must be received by your intermediary with sufficient time for them to file a proxy by the deadline noted above. Shareholders with questions about notice-and-access can call Odyssey Trust toll free at 1-888-290-1175 or proxy@odysseytrust.com

About 1933 Industries Inc.

1933 Industries is a Nevada-based licensed producer, focused on the cultivation and extraction of a large portfolio of cannabis consumer products in a variety of formats under its flagship brands, Alternative Medicine Association (AMA) and Level X. Its product offerings are cultivated at the Company’s 68,000 sq. ft. indoor facility and marketed directly to retail dispensaries. AMA branded flower, infused pre-rolls, and in-house boutique concentrates consistently rank as the top products sold in Nevada. For more information, please visit www.1933industries.com

For further information please contact:
Alexia Helgason, VP, Investor Relations
604-728-4407
alexia@1933industries.com

Brian Farrell, Chairman and CEO
brian@1933industries.com

Neither the Canadian Securities Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the Canadian Securities Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

Notice regarding Forward Looking Statements: This news release contains forward-looking statements. The use of any of the words “anticipate”, “continue”, “estimate”, “expect”, “may”, “will”, “project”, “should”, “believe” and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Although the Company believes that the expectations and assumptions on which the forward-looking statements are based are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on the forward-looking statements because the Company can give no assurance that they will prove to be correct. Since forward-looking statements address future events and conditions, by their very nature they involve inherent risks and uncertainties. These statements speak only as of the date of this news release. Actual results could differ materially from those currently anticipated due to a number of factors and risks including various risk factors discussed in the Company’s disclosure documents, which can be found under the Company’s profile on www.sedar.com. 1933 Industries undertakes no obligation to update publicly or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.

SOURCE: 1933 Industries Inc.

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NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / July 17, 2025 / As cap-and-gown celebrations wind down, a new challenge looms for the class of 2025: a job market that’s tougher than any seen in recent memory. According to the Federal Reserve, unemployment for recent graduates has outpaced the national average for the first time since 1980, with entry-level hiring freezes, AI automation, and economic uncertainty reshaping the traditional path from college to career.

“Many of today’s entry-level roles are disappearing before new grads even have a chance to compete,” said Pamela Skillings, co-founder and chief coach at Big Interview, a job training platform used by hundreds of colleges and universities nationwide. “But that doesn’t mean opportunity is gone-it just means students need to be better prepared, more adaptable, and more strategic in how they present themselves.”

Recent research confirms this, with a 2024 McKinsey report estimating 44% of global job tasks could be automated, with white-collar entry-level roles among the most affected. A LinkedIn survey of executives found that 63% believe AI will replace many entry-level tasks, altering job expectations for new hires.

Skillings, who has coached thousands of job seekers through economic downturns, sees a shift in what employers are hiring for: adaptability, clarity of communication, and the ability to think critically in fast-changing environments.

“AI may have changed the market, but it hasn’t changed what makes people hirable,” she said. “Hiring managers still want to hear your story, understand your strengths, and see how you solve problems. The graduates who learn to communicate that clearly will stand out – even in a flooded market.”

According to Skillings, the students who fare best aren’t always the ones with perfect résumés or the most experience; they’re the ones who know how to position themselves, speak clearly about their strengths, and demonstrate problem-solving skills in real time.

She also stresses that AI isn’t just changing who gets hired, it’s also changing how hiring happens. “AI is already baked into how companies operate, how they review resumes, and how they conduct interviews,” she said. “That means new grads need to learn how to collaborate with AI, not fear it.”

Skillings encourages graduates to take small, strategic steps-even in the face of an overwhelming market. “Pick one thing you can do this week to move forward,” she said. “Sign up for a free AI course. Rework your résumé with a clear story. Explore a career path AI can’t replace. This isn’t just about getting a job-it’s about finding your place in a workforce that’s evolving fast.”

About Pamela Skillings:
Pamela Skillings is a nationally recognized career coach and co-founder of Big Interview. A former professor at NYU and former corporate VP, she has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and CNN. She is also the author of Escape from Corporate America and Job Interviewing for Dummies (2024 edition).

About Big Interview:
Big Interview is a premier AI-driven job interview training platform with partners including more than 700 higher education institutions, government workforce agencies and businesses, as well as individual clients.

We prepare individuals for all aspects of the interview process with a vast library of video lessons and practice interviews, available in both English and Spanish, tailored to 1100+ job roles. Big Interview also provides real-time AI-powered feedback and personalized coaching to help users refine their skills. On average, Big Interview users secure employment in 4.4 weeks, compared to the national average of 23 weeks.

SOURCE: Big Interview

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CEO Brett H. Pojunis to Highlight Expansion, Profitability Gains, and Vision to Scale to 20,000+ National Retail Partners

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA / ACCESS Newswire / July 17, 2025 / GPO Plus, Inc. (OTCQB:GPOX), an AI-powered Distributor revolutionizing distribution to gas stations and convenience stores with its innovative technology-driven Direct Store Delivery (DSD) model, today announced that CEO Brett H. Pojunis will present at the Liberty Ventures Investor Summitin Chicago on Monday, July 21, 2025.

The Liberty Ventures Investor Summit is an exclusive gathering of accredited investors, fund managers, and founders. The Summit is a one-day event focused on connecting capital with high-impact ventures, fostering principled deal flow, and equipping investors with tools to scale freedom through business. For those interested in attending or learning more about the event, please visit:

• https://www.libertyventures.xyz/investor-summit-chicago

By presenting at the Liberty Ventures Investor Summit, GPOX aims to connect with values-aligned investors to support its mission: to build the largest and most efficient DSD network, servicing independent retailers across the U.S.

Mr. Pojunis will outline GPOX’s accelerated growth strategy, key milestones, and the Company’s roadmap to scale nationally. The presentation will expand on GPOX’s recent June 2025 Shareholder Update, highlighting:

• New Call Center: Operational with an experienced manager and inside sales team to drive nationwide B2B sales.

• Field Sales Deployment: The first “G-FORCE” team has been activated, targeting over 200 new stores, with plans to replicate this model in new markets.

• AI-Driven Wholesale Portal: Real-time ordering platform supporting both DSD and new “DISTRO+ Cash + Carry” locations.

• Upgraded Regional Hubs: New climate-controlled warehouses expanding SKU offerings and market capacity.

“GPOX is laser-focused on aggressive revenue growth,” said Pojunis. “We’re executing a proven model, consistently exceeding targets, optimizing operations, and building a national footprint, and this is just the beginning.”

Pojunis will emphasize GPOX’s transition from building its DSD infrastructure to entering full-scale expansion, with new sales channels and technology initiatives now live.

GPOX has proven its model, reporting an 87% increase in gross margins, from 15% to 28%, and an 11% YTD increase in revenues, signaling strong operational traction as it scales.

Alexander McCobin, CEO of Liberty Ventures, commented: “We’ve been closely watching GPOX over the past year, and the progress they’ve made is nothing short of remarkable. From building out their infrastructure to launching new revenue channels and tightening operational execution, GPOX has demonstrated what it means to scale with purpose. They’ve transitioned from a developmental stage startup to a serious, growth-oriented enterprise that aligns with the kind of visionary companies we champion at Liberty Ventures.”

For more information, visitwww.GPOPlus.com

Connect with us on social media to view live video updates, content, and general information about GPOX: https://gpoplus.com/social.

About GPOPlus+ (GPOX)

GPOX is an AI-powered Distributor revolutionizing the future of distribution to gas stations and convenience stores with its innovative technology-driven Direct Store Delivery (DSD) model. Our goal is clear and ambitious: “to build the largest nationwide DSD distribution company servicing gas stations, convenience stores, and beyond.” Our technology-driven AI network, featuring strategically placed Regional Hubs and Mini Hubs, is designed to optimize efficiency and maximize reach. Central to our operations is our in-house AI technology platform, PRISM+. Designed to streamline the distribution process, PRISM+ supports efficient delivery, inventory management, data analytics, and overall operational excellence, enabling us to reliably and effectively meet the dynamic needs of our partners. Our mission is to consolidate the fragmented market segment managed by numerous regional vendors. Our dedication to excellence is evident in our product selection process, where we align offerings with consumer demand and partner with top-tier vendors and brands, ensuring our portfolio remains diverse and highly profitable. For more information, please visit www.GPOPlus.com.

About Liberty Ventures

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Company Contacts:

GPOX Shareholder Success Team:
Brett H. Pojunis, CEO
Email: ir@gpoplus.com
Shareholder’s Line: 855.935.GPOX (4769)

Liberty Ventures Team:
Alexander McCobin, CEO
Email: info@libertyventures.xyz

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SOURCE: GPO Plus, Inc.

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