Crunch Franchise Expands in San Antonio, Texas with New Crunch 3.0 Gym
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SAN ANTONIO, Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Crunch Fitness today announced the upcoming opening of Crunch San Antonio Goliad Rd. in San Antonio, Texas. The $11 million, 50,000-square-foot state-of-the-art fitness facility will open its doors in early 2027. Operated by Crunch Fitness franchisee The Undefeated Tribe, Crunch San Antonio Goliad Rd. will be located in the former standalone Gold's Gym building at 2828 Goliad Road, at the corner of Goliad Road and SE Military Drive, creating a new fitness offering for residents of San Antonio.

Crunch San Antonio Goliad Rd. will debut the new Crunch 3.0 design, combining modern aesthetics with enhanced functionality to deliver an upgraded fitness experience. Fusing fitness with entertainment to make serious exercise more fun, Crunch San Antonio Goliad Rd. will offer:

- Expanded strength and functional training areas

- Top-quality cardio and strength training equipment

- Power half-hour circuit training

- Personal training

- Olympic lifting platforms

- Group Fitness studio

- Hot Yoga Studio

- Abs & Glutes equipment

- TRX®

- Reformer Pilates

- Functional HIITZone™ training area with indoor turf

- Relax & Recover®

- Tanning, red light therapy, infrared sauna

- HydroMassage® beds

- Kids Crunch babysitting

- Frost Locker

Founded in 2018 by Tony Hartl, The Undefeated Tribe is one of the fastest-growing franchises within the Crunch Fitness system. The Undefeated Tribe currently has 80 gyms open and under development, with plans to have more than 100 locations open across Texas, Oklahoma, Minnesota, New Mexico, and Missouri by 2028. In 2021, The Undefeated Tribe was selected as Franchisee of the Year for the Crunch Fitness system, and in 2023 and 2025 it earned the Brand Builder award, recognizing its excellence in business performance, community service, and brand involvement. Crunch San Antonio Goliad Rd. will be the franchise's eighth location in the San Antonio area.

"We are so excited to bring the Crunch Fitness brand to San Antonio on Goliad Road and offer outstanding and affordable fitness," said Crunch Franchisee Tony Hartl. "With world-class equipment and amenities, round-the-clock hours, and memberships that start at $9.99 per month, we can't wait to open our doors to San Antonio residents."

Crunch Fitness was ranked #2 in the fitness category and #20 overall in the annual Entrepreneur Franchise 500®, up from #32 last year, earning recognition in the world's most comprehensive franchise ranking. Crunch was also recognized on the annual Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing companies. The brand continues to expand nationwide and push the bar with innovative offerings for its members.

Crunch San Antonio Goliad Rd. will be offering an exclusive limited-time promotion for its founding members. The first 500 members will join for only $1 and get their first month free, along with a complimentary one-hour personal training session, gym bag, water bottle, and t-shirt. Prospective members can enter to win a one-year all-access membership and lock in the Founding 500 rate at info.crunch.com/rate-reservations.

Crunch San Antonio Goliad will be inviting over 100 individuals to join the team to help their community experience fitness, wellness, relaxation, and recovery. Crunch is on the search for managers, group fitness instructors, personal trainers, customer service representatives, facility technicians, and babysitters to join a team that believes in being the best place to work and work out. If you are interested in working hard, having fun, and making history, please apply today at epiccrunchjobs.com.

About Crunch:

Crunch is a gym that believes in making serious exercise fun by fusing fitness and entertainment and pioneering a philosophy of 'No Judgments.' Crunch serves a fitness community for all kinds of people with all types of goals, exercising all different ways, working it out at the same place together. Today, we are renowned for creating one-of-a-kind group fitness classes and unique programming for our wildly diverse members. Headquartered in New York City, Crunch serves 4 million members with over 550 gyms worldwide in 41 states, the District of Columbia, Australia, Canada, Costa Rica, Mexico, New Zealand, Puerto Rico, and India. Crunch is rapidly expanding across the U.S. and around the globe.

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Westcove Advises Clinical Research of West Florida in its Partnership with Fengate Private Equity
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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Westcove Partners, LLC ("Westcove"), a highly specialized investment bank, announced that it acted as the exclusive financial advisor to Clinical Research of West Florida ("CRWF") in its partnership with Fengate Private Equity, a division of Fengate Asset Management ("Fengate"). The terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Westcove's deal team included Justin Hand, Managing Director; Abe M'Bodj, Managing Director; Bill Bolding, Director; Geno Catalano, Vice President; and Andrew Hartono, Associate.

Clinical Research of West Florida is a leading independent clinical research platform operating three Phase I–IV facilities across the Tampa Bay area. Founded in 1995, CRWF has conducted 1,000+ trials across a broad range of therapeutic areas, with differentiated expertise in complex autoimmune and rheumatology indications. The Company's experienced investigator base, proprietary patient database, and preferred relationships with leading sponsors and CROs have established CRWF as a trusted partner for high-quality trial execution and patient enrollment.

Aydin Keskiner, Owner and President of Clinical Research of West Florida, commented, "Westcove was unquestionably the right partner for us. Their understanding of our business and the clinical research industry as a whole, was evident throughout the process. From the outset, we felt they always had our back and were fully invested in achieving the best outcome for our company and team. Most importantly, they recognized the value of the organization we had built and what mattered most to us in a partner. We are very excited to partner with Fengate and continue building CRWF into a leading clinical research platform."

Bill Bolding, Director of Westcove, commented, "CRWF has all the core attributes of a quality clinical research platform. Aydin and the team have a clear vision for expanding that model across new markets and therapeutic areas, and Fengate brings the resources and experience to help accelerate that growth. We are excited to see CRWF enter its next chapter with a partner so closely aligned with its strategic objectives."

About Clinical Research of West Florida

Clinical Research of West Florida is an independent clinical research organization serving the Tampa Bay area for more than 30 years. The Company conducts Phase I–IV clinical trials across a diverse range of therapeutic areas, with particular expertise in complex autoimmune and rheumatology indications. CRWF works with leading pharmaceutical sponsors and CROs to advance the development of new therapies through high-quality clinical execution and patient-centered care. For more information, visit www.crwf.com.

About Fengate Private Equity 

Fengate Asset Management is a leading alternative investment manager, with more than $20 billion in assets under management, focused on private equity, infrastructure and real estate strategies. With offices and team members across Canada and the United States, Fengate leverages more than 50 years of entrepreneurial experience to deliver excellent investment results on behalf of its clients. Fengate Private Equity, a division of Fengate Asset Management, is a differentiated investment platform supporting the growth ambitions of entrepreneurs through transformative capital.  For more information, visit www.fengate.com.

About Westcove Partners

Westcove Partners is a premier healthcare-focused investment bank specializing in mergers and acquisitions, debt and equity financings, and other complex corporate finance transactions. The firm is dedicated to advising founder-operated businesses, tailoring its advisory services to address the unique challenges and opportunities these businesses face. For more information, visit www.westcove.com.

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Female- and doctor-founded functional wellness brand builds on Amazon growth with a differentiated formula designed to help support muscles and joints while delivering zero-sugar hydration

SEAL BEACH, Calif., Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Bala Enzyme®, the doctor-founded functional wellness brand bringing a differentiated approach to everyday wellness, announces that its Bala Enzyme Hydration + Recovery Turmeric Drink Mix stick packs, featuring Pineapple, Lime and Berry flavors, are now available on Target.com.

The Target.com launch marks an important step in Bala Enzyme's national retail expansion, building on its growing Amazon business and introducing the brand to a broader audience seeking functional health beverages that go beyond electrolyte replenishment.

Co-founded by husband-and-wife dental surgeons Dr. Farnoush Fadavi and Dr. Arash Aftabi, Bala Enzyme was inspired by Dr. Fadavi's own experience recovering from a life-changing injury and her search for a convenient way to support her body's inflammatory response as part of her daily routine. Unable to take NSAIDs, she drew on her decades of clinical experience to help develop a purposeful, plant-based hydration formula that also addressed muscle and joint support.

Unlike traditional electrolyte powders, Bala Enzyme's patent-pending ENZYMX RECOVERY ACCELERATOR™ puts turmeric and plant-based enzymes (bromelain and papain) at the center of the formula to help support a healthy inflammatory response, alongside amino acids and essential electrolytes including sodium, potassium and magnesium to support hydration. Each serving has zero sugar, just 15 calories when mixed with water and no artificial coloring.

"As a doctor, I understood the importance of supporting both hydration and recovery, but as a patient, I wanted something natural, convenient and delicious that I could incorporate every day," explains Dr. Fadavi. "That experience led us to create a formula that supports muscles and joints while also delivering tasty, zero-sugar hydration."

Bala Enzyme is designed for everyday life. From exercise, athletics and active hobbies to travel, work and long days on the go, each portable single-serve stick mixes easily with water, making functional support simple to incorporate into a daily routine at home, at work, at the gym or on the go.

Learn more at www.balaenzyme.com.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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Gulf Energy Information Excellence Awards® 2026 Winners Honored at Houston Gala
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Record 560 nominations; 44 awards presented across the upstream, midstream and downstream sectors

HOUSTON, Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2026 Gulf Energy Information Excellence Awards® were presented Thursday evening at The Post Oak Hotel in Houston, Texas (U.S.). The black-tie gala brought together senior leaders from operators, technology providers and service companies to recognize the people, projects and technologies shaping the global energy industry. The 2026 program drew 560 nominations, the most in its history, and 44 awards were presented across the upstream, midstream and downstream sectors.

"The Awards set a new record this year, with 560 nominations from across the global energy industry. That depth of competition is what gives this recognition its weight. This year's winners represent the technologies, projects and people advancing how the industry finds, produces, transports and processes energy, more safely, more efficiently and with a lower carbon footprint," said John Royall, President and CEO, Gulf Energy Information.

Artificial intelligence earned Best Digital Transformation honors in all three sectors, while lower-carbon work in ammonia, hydrogen and CO₂ recovery was recognized alongside advances in drilling, deepwater and pipeline integrity. The individual awards honored careers at every stage, from the industry's most promising engineers to its lifetime achievers.

The Awards extend sincere thanks to the 2026 partners, led by Platinum Partner Aramco, Gold Partner SLB and Bronze Partner Kuwait Oil Company, along with Expro, Lummus Technology, Halliburton, QuantumPro, Baker Hughes and Oceaneering. Their support reflects a shared commitment to recognizing the best work in global energy and to elevating the companies and people moving the industry forward.

A complete list of the categories and winners is available at www.e2awards.com.

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CFMOTO Showcases Global Strategy and Innovation Capabilities at CFMOTO EXPERIENCE 2026
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HANGZHOU, China, Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- CFMOTO, a leading company in the global powersports industry, welcomed international journalists from more than 29 countries and regions to its headquarters in China for CFMOTO EXPERIENCE 2026. Under the theme "LIVE THE TECH • RIDE THE FUTURE", the event gave journalists insight into the R&D, design, production and motorsport operations driving its global growth.

Rooted in China and operating in more than 100 countries and regions, CFMOTO continues to expand its global presence through investment in technology, advanced manufacturing and motorsport. Serving riders worldwide through more than 9,000 dealers, its portfolio spans motorcycles, off-road vehicles and electric mobility solutions across markets and riding cultures.

"We hope this visit gives you the opportunity to experience CFMOTO firsthand—to meet our people, explore our facilities and gain a deeper understanding of the company behind the brand," said Minjie Lai, Chairman and CEO of CFMOTO, as he welcomed the delegation to China.

"Our vision is clear: to become a premium global powersports brand," said Ferdinand Klauser, Chief Brand Officer of CFMOTO. "For CFMOTO, being global isn't just about where we sell, it's about how we operate. That's why we offer a fuller, deeper view of our capabilities and our commitment."

The company operates five production facilities across China, Mexico and Thailand, including CFMOTO NexFactory in Jiaxing, unveiled during the event as an integrated manufacturing hub for two-wheeled vehicles destined for global markets. The manufacturing network is complemented by five flagship R&D centers and four design hubs globally.

Media toured CFMOTO's R&D and design facilities, gaining insight into vehicle development, simulation, testing, software engineering, connected technologies and design. For the first time, international media visited the CFMOTO Industrial Design Institute (CFID), where they learned how the company coordinates design resources across China, Europe and North America. CFMOTO also previewed its "Form Follows the Wind" design philosophy through the 550CL-C and GOES 700 CONCEPT, and showcased the V4 SR-RR prototype, which has achieved a top speed of 315.82 km/h.

Motorsport remains central to CFMOTO's technology and brand strategy. In October 2026, CFMOTO Aspar Team rider Máximo Quiles won the Moto3 World Championship, and the 675SR-R has been selected as the official race bike for the 2027 FIM Women's Circuit Racing World Championship.

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Vale Base Metals completes transaction to establish new ownership of Thompson Mine Complex
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Vale Base Metals completes transaction to establish new ownership of Thompson Mine Complex

Transaction marks new chapter for Thompson, backed by US$200 million (approximately CAD$280 million) in new investment

VBM retains 18.9% minority interest and multi-year offtake agreement, with Exiro Nickel taking over as operator of Thompson

TORONTO, Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Vale Base Metals ("VBM", or the "Company"), today announced the completion of its transaction to establish Exiro Nickel Company ("Exiro Nickel") as the new owner and operator of the Thompson Mine Complex in Manitoba, Canada.

Exiro Minerals Corp. ("Exiro"), Orion Resource Partners LP ("Orion") and Canada Growth Fund Inc. ("CGF") collectively hold an 81.1% interest in Exiro Nickel, while VBM, through its subsidiary Vale Canada Limited, retains an 18.9% minority interest. All customary regulatory and government authorizations have been received to complete the transaction.

The transaction includes a commitment to invest up to US$200 million (approximately CAD$280 million) in Thompson, providing dedicated capital and focus to support the long-term future of the operation. VBM has also entered into a multi-year offtake agreement for nickel concentrate produced at the Thompson mill.

With the completion of the transaction, Exiro Nickel assumes day-to-day operational responsibility for the Thompson Mine Complex bringing a deep focus and commitment to operate Thompson safely, responsibly and sustainably, invest in its long-term future, while honouring existing agreements with local stakeholders and Indigenous communities.

"Completing this transaction marks an important new chapter for Thompson and for the people who have built its proud mining history," said Shaun Usmar, Chief Executive Officer of VBM. "Thompson has a significant nickel endowment and an exceptional workforce, many of whom are the second or even third generation in their families to work at the operation. We believe dedicated ownership, focused investment and strong leadership give the operation the best opportunity to realize its full potential as a resilient, district-scale asset in Manitoba."

Usmar added: "I want to recognize and congratulate our new partners, Exiro, Orion Resource Partners and Canada Growth Fund, on the completion of this transaction. VBM is proud to remain a shareholder and excited to work with our partners to realize Thompson's immense long-term potential. We continue to believe in the strategic value of Canadian nickel and our retained interest and offtake agreement allow us to maintain that connection in Manitoba. I would also like to thank our Thompson employees for their professionalism, dedication and commitment throughout this process, as well as the community, Indigenous and government partners and all stakeholders who have worked with us over the more than six decades that Thompson has been in operation."

The transaction is consistent with VBM's strategy to actively manage its portfolio and enable dedicated ownership and investment for Thompson. The completion of the transaction concludes the strategic review of the Thompson operations launched by VBM in January 2025.

The Thompson Mine Complex includes two underground operating mines, an adjacent mill and significant exploration opportunities across the 135-kilometre-long Thompson Nickel Belt. The region has a rich mining history stretching back more than 60 years and remains an important source of employment and economic activity in northern Manitoba.

About Vale Base Metals

Vale Base Metals (VBM) is a leading global supplier of critical minerals, including copper concentrate, high-purity nickel and responsibly sourced cobalt. VBM's vertically integrated nickel and polymetallic operations, projects, and refineries are located in Canada (Ontario, Newfoundland & Labrador, Manitoba), Brazil, the UK, Japan and Indonesia. The Company's assets in Brazil include the world-class Salobo Copper Complex along with an attractive pipeline of high-return copper projects in the prolific Carajás region. VBM is 90% owned by Vale S.A. and 10% by Manara Minerals Investment Company.

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WASHINGTON, Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI), the trucking industry's not-for-profit research organization, today announced the selection of nationally recognized transportation and logistics executive Page Siplon as its next president and chief operating officer. Siplon will join ATRI in November, working alongside current ATRI President Rebecca Brewster to ensure a seamless leadership transition before succeeding her upon her retirement in February 2027.

Siplon brings more than two decades of leadership experience spanning private industry, economic development, public policy, and military service. Most recently, he served as Chief Executive Officer of TeamOne Logistics, where he led the organization for more than a decade, guiding its growth and expanding its capabilities. His leadership focused extensively on the trucking workforce, driver recruitment and retention, safety, and the operational challenges facing motor carriers.

Prior to joining TeamOne, Siplon spent more than a decade leading logistics and innovation initiatives for the State of Georgia. As Executive Director of the Georgia Center of Innovation for Logistics, he worked with industry and government leaders to advance freight transportation initiatives and strengthen Georgia's logistics competitiveness. Siplon also founded and led the nationally recognized Georgia Logistics Summit, which grew to become one of the nation's largest logistics conferences. He later assumed leadership of Georgia's broader Centers of Innovation program, overseeing six strategic industry sectors statewide. Siplon's industry leadership also extended to the national level, where he served as Vice Chairman of the U.S. Department of Commerce's Advisory Committee on Supply Chain Competitiveness, helping inform national discussions on transportation, logistics, and supply chain policy.

"Page brings a unique combination of executive leadership, a track record of building public-private partnerships, and a deep understanding of the transportation industry," said Brenda Neville, Iowa Motor Truck Association President and CEO, and ATRI Search Committee Chair. "We are excited to welcome Page to ATRI and believe his experience, collaborative approach, and leadership will help the organization build on its strong foundation and continue delivering meaningful value to the trucking industry."

ATRI President Rebecca Brewster added, "I have known Page since his tenure with the Georgia Center of Innovation for Logistics, and I am excited to have him join the ATRI team and work with me and our staff on the leadership transition. Page's leadership will be vital to carrying ATRI's research mission forward at a time when trucking faces increasingly complex decisions. In the years ahead, credible independent research will be essential to helping our industry navigate change, improve safety and make informed decisions."

"I'm incredibly excited and humbled by the opportunity to lead ATRI and build on the remarkable work Rebecca and her team have done over the years," said Siplon. "I've always believed that trucking is the common denominator of our economy. Our nation simply cannot function without it. ATRI has earned a level of respect and trust throughout our industry that is truly special, and looking ahead, I see tremendous opportunity to build on that foundation, broaden our reach, and find new ways to put our research to work for the trucking industry and the economy that relies on it."

Siplon's selection follows a nationwide search to succeed Brewster, who announced her retirement earlier this year after serving more than three decades with ATRI.

ATRI is the trucking industry's 501(c)(3) not-for-profit research organization. It is engaged in critical research relating to freight transportation's essential role in maintaining a safe, secure and efficient transportation system.

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TOPEKA, Kan., Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Capitol Federal Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ: CFFN) (the "Company") announced today that the annual meeting of stockholders will be held on Tuesday, January 26, 2027. The voting record date will be December 4, 2026.

Capitol Federal Financial, Inc. is the holding company for Capitol Federal Savings Bank (the "Bank"). News and other information about the Company can be found at the Bank's website, https://ir.capfed.com.

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SUNNYVALE, Calif., Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- XREAL, a global leader in consumer AR glasses, today announced XREAL 1 Pro+, an updated flagship wearable display built on the proven foundation of XREAL One Pro. XREAL 1 Pro+ introduces a series of display, spatial viewing and comfort improvements while retaining the core design and capabilities that have made One Pro a mainstay of XREAL's wearable display lineup since 2025.

XREAL 1 Pro+ launches globally today, October 15, and will be available through XREAL.com at first, with global retail stores adding XREAL 1 Pro+ soon.

The new model retains the core One Pro experience, including XREAL's X1 spatial computing chip, native 3DoF spatial anchoring and a 57-degree field of view, while adding several targeted upgrades designed to improve everyday viewing.

The display now reaches up to 1,200 nits of peak brightness and adds AI HDR to improve perceived image quality across supported content. XREAL 1 Pro+ also introduces dedicated Standard, Movie and Reading viewing modes, giving users greater control over how content is presented depending on what they are watching or doing.

XREAL has also upgraded its 2D-to-3D conversion capability from 30FPS to 60FPS, delivering smoother motion when viewing converted spatial content. The feature enables users to experience traditional 2D content with added depth directly through the glasses, no matter what they're viewing or the source.

For longer viewing sessions, XREAL 1 Pro+ introduces a newly designed ergonomic nose pad system intended to improve wearing stability and comfort while helping users maintain a consistent and complete field of view.

XREAL One Pro has established a strong foundation for XREAL's flagship wearable display experience, and with XREAL 1 Pro+, the company wanted to build on that foundation rather than reinvent it. The improvements are focused on the things users experience every day — brighter and more adaptable visuals, smoother spatial content and a more comfortable fit — while preserving the simplicity and reliability of One Pro.

XREAL 1 Pro+ is available globally beginning October 15, 2026, at XREAL.com for $599 USD.

Press kit linked here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1rs-AQh40VlGCTHWqRSMwnFTWAUQsP5GT?usp=drive_link

About XREAL

XREAL is a global leader in consumer AR glasses and spatial computing. The company develops lightweight wearable displays that bring large-screen entertainment, gaming, productivity and spatial experiences into a glasses form factor. XREAL products combine advanced optics, proprietary silicon and spatial computing technologies to make augmented reality practical and accessible for everyday use.

For more information, visit XREAL.com.

Michael Farino

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Community association management software leader ranked No. 40 among small and medium companies, with 94% of team members saying Vantaca is a great place to work

WILMINGTON, N.C., Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Vantaca, an AI-first technology company purpose-built for community association management, has been named to the 2026 Fortune Best Workplaces in Technology™ List. Vantaca ranked No. 40 in the small and medium company category, earning a spot among the nation's top technology employers based entirely on confidential employee feedback.

The Best Workplaces in Technology award is based on analysis of survey responses from nearly 144,000 employees at Great Place To Work Certified™ companies in the technology industry. Companies with 10 to 999 employees competed in the small and medium category.

The recognition builds on Vantaca's Great Place To Work Certification earned earlier this year, where 94% of team members said Vantaca is a great place to work, compared to a U.S. company average of 57%. Additional survey highlights include:

- 99% say when you join Vantaca, you are made to feel welcome

- 98% say people here genuinely care about each other

- 97% say they are given real responsibility

"Being named one of the Best Workplaces in Technology comes entirely from what our team told Great Place To Work about what it's like to work here," said Ben Currin, CEO of Vantaca. "When 98% of your team says they genuinely care about their colleagues, that's better than any perk we could offer. I'm proud to say that's the foundation that everything else is built on, and our team is the one who built it."

Vantaca's culture is built on a set of operating principles — Win as a Team, Always Growing, Innovate Boldly, Accountability Starts With Me and an Unwavering Commitment to Customer Experience — that show up in how the company hires, develops, and supports its people. As the company has scaled, those principles have remained the standard for every team member, from new hires to senior leadership.

Vantaca is actively hiring across many lines of its business. To explore open roles, visit vantaca.com/careers.

About the Fortune Best Workplaces in Technology List

Great Place To Work selected the 2026 Best Workplaces in Technology by analyzing confidential survey responses from more than 1.3 million employees in the U.S., representing the experiences of over 7.3 million employees in 2025 and 2026. Of those responses, nearly 144,000 came from employees at Great Place To Work Certified companies in the technology industry. Companies with 10 to 999 employees competed in the small and medium category. Companies with 1,000 or more employees were considered for the large category. Read the full methodology.

About Great Place To Work

As the global authority on workplace culture, Great Place To Work, a UKG company, brings 30 years of groundbreaking research and data to help every place become a great place to work for all. Its proprietary platform and Great Place To Work Model help companies evaluate the experience of every employee, with exemplary workplaces becoming Great Place To Work Certified and receiving recognition on a coveted Best Workplaces list.

About Vantaca

Vantaca is an AI-first technology company purpose-built for community association management. Serving 546 management companies representing over 6.5 million doors across the United States, Vantaca combines intelligent automation, integrated payments, and resident-facing features to elevate community living. Recognized on the Inc. 5000 list for six consecutive years, Vantaca is uniquely positioned to lead the modernization of community management through operational excellence, agentic AI, and an expanding ecosystem connecting management companies, residents, vendors, and boards.

For more information, visit vantaca.com.

Media Contact:

Ryan Kelly

PR and Communications Director, Vantaca

732.770.5942 | [email protected]

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