Issue 5 2022

www.acquisition-international.com • Issue 5 2022 Most Innovative Defibrillator Device Developer 2022 - USA Nearly 7 million people die of sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) each year. These are people who are not in the hospital – they are ordinary people out doing ordinary things. They are asymptomatic and otherwise healthy. Upon onset, if the victim of SCA does not receive a lifesaving shock with a defibrillator in three to four minutes, they will die. Time is of the essence, and CardioThrive Inc’s mission is to make SCA a routinely survivable event.

2 Acquisition International - Issue 5 2022 From our Editor Welcome to the May edition of Acquisition International magazine. Recognised as a voice of modern business, we are passionate about providing vital updates to corporate readers so that they can always be one step ahead. The month of May is a pleasant one; we are blessed with the gifts of spring, we are beginning to see hints of summer, and we are reminded that after every storm comes the sun. The past few years have been tough for so many businesses and individuals, but we have been blown away by how so many businesses have come out on the other side, flourishing like new life in the Spring. These companies really aren’t letting anything stand in their way as their teams continue to break down barriers, while serving and positively influencing their respective industries with outstanding dedication and customer-centrism, from law firms and estate agencies, to engineering firms and architects. Now, we present our cover, CardioThrive, a truly inspirational and lifesaving company that is on a mission to make sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) a survivable event. Time really is of the essence when it comes to SCA and we want to shine a light on CardioThrive’s ground-breaking PocketDefib technology and all the lives it could save – and how it makes the company so highly deserving of being named Most Innovative Defibrillator Device Developer 2022 – USA. But, for now, here’s to the continuation of productivity, motivation, and success. See you for the June issue! Sofi Bajor - Editor Contents 4 News 6 Most Innovative Defibrillator Device Developer 2022 - USA CardioThrive Inc. 7 Best Boutique Employment Law Firm 2022 - Ireland Richard Grogan & Associates Solicitors 8 Austria’s Best in Law Most Influential Civil Law Expert 2022 - Austria IBESICH 9 Childcare For The Future Yellow Brick Road Early Childhood Development Center 10 Law Made Easy Eduardo Ferrão Associated Lawyers 11 Finding A Home In Paradise: Alan Ouitayakul Harosky Homes LLC 12 Technology That Matches the Purpose Roxa Technologies GmbH No information contained on or in this website constitutes investment advice or an offer to invest or to provide management services and is subject to correction, completion and amendment without notice. Neither AI nor any of its associated entities are authorised to give financial advice of any nature nor are they regulated by the Financial Services Authority. Prior to making any investment, AI recommends that any prospective investor should consult with its own investment, accounting, legal and tax advisers to evaluate independently the risks, consequences and suitability of that investment. AI Global Media, Ltd. (AI) takes reasonable measures to ensure the quality of the information on this web site. However, AI will not assume any legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, correctness or completeness of any information that is available through this web site. If errors are brought to our attention, we will try to correct them. The information available through the website and our partner publications is for your general information and use and is not intended to address any particular finance or investment requirements. In particular, the information does not constitute any form of advice or recommendation by us or any of our partner publications and is not intended to be relied upon by users in making or refraining from making any investment or financial decisions. Appropriate independent advice should be obtained before making any such decision. Any arrangement made between you and any third party named in the site is at your sole risk and responsibility. Editorial Team Sif Brookes, Senior Editor Sofi Bajor, Editor Daniel Long, Writer Gabriel Muers, Writer Rebecca Scotland, Writer Ashley-Francis Cox, Writer Amelia Walker, Writer Design Team Daniela Levinte, Graphic Designer Lauren Baldwin, Junior Graphic Designer 14 DXCorr Design Inc. Architect in Embedded Physical IP DXCorr 16 Satisfaction Guaranteed! Wade Law Group 17 The Friendly Local Lawyers with International Prowess Joseph Rowe, Attorneys-at-Law 18 Making Language Simple Efficient Language Coaching 20 Artificial Intelligence for Music and Audio Musiio 21 The Best in Air Cargo Transportation ABDA Aviation Sdn Bhd 22 People’s Patent and Trademark Rights Cermak a spol., 23 Raising the Bar Every Time Bar Marketing Limited 24 Managing Clients Just Got Easier CobbleStone Software 25 The Course Provider That’s Going Global London Academy of Trading 26 The Tax Law Firm Unlike Any Other Mul & Co. 27 Innovation Within Insolvency Law Serafim Sotiriadis & Associates, Law Firm 28 Winners’ Listings

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4 Acquisition International - Issue 5 2022 News: from around the world Global Agency Youwe Expands UK Footprint With Acquisition of Shrewsbury-Based Fisheye Youwe, the full-service digital agency with offices in the Netherlands, UK, Nordics, Ukraine and Indonesia, has today announced the acquisition of Fisheye, the Shrewsbury-based E-commerce and Digital Marketing specialist. The merger strengthens Youwe’s presence, capabilities and technical expertise in the UK, whilst enabling Fisheye to become a member of Youwe’s full-service portfolio and wider international family of over 300 digital specialists. The merger will also provide customers in the UK with a complete digital growth package. In 2019 Youwe successfully merged with Leeds-based MarCom specialist company Successflow, which rebranded to Youwe UK in 2020. The Fisheye merger therefore marks the groups second exciting addition on UK soil, with both companies working together with clients including Schneider Electric, Henry Schein, Outdoor Toys and David Nieper. Rob Wiek, CEO of Youwe, said: “With the addition of Fisheye, we are not only strengthening our footprint in the UK, but also expanding our Commerce and Marketing activities with a group of highly qualified and proven professionals. This helps us to position our cross solution offering much better. “Together with strong partners including Magento (Adobe), Commercetools, Spryker, Marketo, Pimcore, Drupal, Alumio and the AI-platform Symson, Youwe is now even better equipped to offer future-proofed value and solutions to businesses in the UK and across the globe.” Steve Hulmes, Managing Director of Youwe UK, said: “I am excited to welcome our new colleagues from Fisheye. This is an incredibly valuable boost to our UK presence and will strengthen us locally and internationally as a digital agency with a full-service portfolio.” Dave Mistry Pain, Founder & Director at Fisheye, said: “I am excited for Fisheye to become part of Youwe. This is a great opportunity for us to accelerate our ambitions to not only provide online growth through continuous support & strategic development, but to go beyond that - and truly be part of a fullservice digital agency.”

Acquisition International - Issue 5 2022 5 GRAND CAYMAN: Saffery Champness Registered Fiduciaries (“Saffery Champness”) has today announced the acquisition of Cayman Islands-based Holdun Trust Limited. The acquisition, which is subject to regulatory approval, will see Holdun Trust rebranded and marks the establishment of a Saffery Champness office in the Cayman Islands - significantly strengthening the firm’s Cayman offering and further expanding its international footprint, which includes the Channel Islands, Switzerland and Dubai. Saffery Champness first established a Cayman offering in 2020, in line with the evolving needs of the firm’s international and globally mobile client base, with significant growth seen since launch. The acquisition of Holdun Trust builds on this success, expanding Saffery Champness’ offering with a stand-alone full service office encompassing comprehensive fiduciary, trust and corporate services including the establishment and administration of Cayman Island structures such as STAR Trusts and foundation companies. Founded by Brendan Dunn as part of a 5th generation family office dating back almost 150 years, Holdun Trust, which launched in 2015, is a wholly independent, fully licensed, and regulated trust company which has developed a well-earned reputation for exceptional client service built on long-standing relationships. Nick Batiste, Managing Director of Saffery Champness Registered Fiduciaries, commented: “As one of the leading financial centres with a robust legislative framework, the Cayman Islands continues to be a key jurisdiction of choice for clients and intermediaries seeking to establish structures that provide flexibility alongside security and peace of mind. “Since we first launched our Cayman offering, we have seen significant and growing interest in the options the jurisdiction affords. The launch of this new office marks an exciting new chapter for our business, while further enhancing the Cayman Islands services we provide to our clients. “On completion of the acquisition, Zoe Day and Fiona Pileta of Holdun Trust will join Saffery Champness, working alongside Paul Tucknott, managing director of Saffery Champness in Geneva, and Lisa Vizia, director of Saffery Champness in Guernsey, who together lead the firm’s Cayman Islands offering. We look forward to welcoming Zoe and Fiona to the firm.” Zoe Day, Director of Holdun Trust added: “The Cayman Islands is renowned as a top-tier international financial centre, providing a range of unique options and opportunities for clients choosing to base their structures SAFFERY CHAMPNESS TO OPEN CAYMAN OFFICEWITH ACQUISITION OF HOLDUN TRUST here. Whether for corporate or philanthropic purposes, to protect the privacy and interests of family members, or to manage complex portfolios including cryptocurrency and other digital assets the Cayman Islands offers significant advantages. On behalf of Holdun Trust I am very pleased to now be able to provide clients access to these advantages as part of Saffery Champness and to help contribute to the continued growth of the firm.” Brendan Dunn, CEO of Holdun Family Office, said: “I am immensely proud of what Holdun Trust has achieved since we launched the business in 2015. Now was the right time to step back, evaluate that success, and provide a new platform for the team to continue the firm’s upward trajectory and expand the breadth and depth of services and expertise available to the individuals and families it serves. Saffery Champness has a long and distinguished heritage, sharing our family office culture and values along with our steadfast belief in the advantages clients receive from a truly independent trust company. I know, therefore, that the business is in the best of hands and that the future for Holdun Trust and its clients as part of Saffery Champness is bright.”

6 Acquisition International - Issue 5 2022 Mar22405 Most Innovative Defibrillator Device Developer 2022 - USA Nearly 7 million people die of sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) each year. These are people who are not in the hospital – they are ordinary people out doing ordinary things. They are asymptomatic and otherwise healthy. Upon onset, if the victim of SCA does not receive a life-saving shock with a defibrillator in three to four minutes, they will die. Time is of the essence, and CardioThrive Inc’s mission is to make SCA a routinely survivable event. ardioThrive founder and CEO, Shelley Savage’s ex-husband is a cardiologist and a bicyclist. He’s been on many group rides and seen many people fall over while riding, sadly stricken with sudden cardiac arrest. Even though he is highly skilled and highly trained to treat SCA, he didn’t have the tool he needed to save someone’s life. Automatic external defibrillators (AEDs) are mounted on the wall in many public places, but they’re still too large to carry in your pocket or bag. You also have to assemble them before use, that is, you have to unwrap the electrode pads, plug them in, read directions about how to use the device, and know where to place the pads on the victim’s chest. For an untrained bystander, this is extremely intimidating, which is why people won’t use them. This is the reason for the abysmal less than 1% survival rate for public access AEDs. CardioThrive’s approach to solving that problem was to design an ultra-portable, single-use, fully automatic AED which requires no assembly before use. It’s so intuitive to use that even a small child could use it and deliver a life-saving shock in under 20 seconds. There’s nothing else quite like it in the world of AEDs. CardioThrive’s business model is two-fold. First, it sells its units to hospitals. There are 78,000 “code blues” called in US hospitals each and every day. Nearly 287,000 people die in hospitals of cardiac arrest each year. Right now, there is one crash cart with one defibrillator per every seven beds. If two patients happen to code at the same time, the hospital staff are forced to make the unfortunate decision as to who lives and who dies – and this happens more than you think. If CardioThrive’s PocketDefib was mounted on the wall next to every bed, every patient would receive a life-saving shock immediately and many more lives would be saved. CardioThrive’s device is fully automatic and will even record the cardiac event. The hospital staff can scan the barcode on the device which instantly uploads it to the hospital’s medical record system and the cardiac event becomes part of the patient’s medical record. After that, they simply toss the device in a recycle bin. CardioThrive will collect the bin and refurbish the units by replacing the batteries and electrode pads, reset the software, as well as clean, sterilise and repackage them so they can be leased to the general public for $100 per month with all maintenance for the device included. Since 70% of all out-of-hospital SCA events occur in the home, there is a large number of people who need to have access to an AED. AEDs are available to the public for purchase, but the upfront cost is $1,300-$3,200, plus ongoing maintenance and replacement C parts costs. This is cost prohibitive for most people, so CardioThrive’s contract, month-tomonth programme gives access to a lifesaving device without the enormous out of pocket cost. And the best part is how easy it is to use. There’s no assembly required, so you simply unwrap it and press it on the chest and stand back. No other AED operates this way and it is truly unique and novel! Although CardioThrive will be going to market using the standard bi-phasic waveform that delivers therapeutic shock at 140 joules of energy, its next-generation device will blow the competition out of the water. While conducting clinical trials at the Mayo Clinic, CardioThrive proved that the unique dual-paddle design of its device is able to create its patented multiphasic waveform that will deliver a life-saving shock at only 23 joules of energy. This has never been done before and no one else has this technology. Why is it so great? Because it means that the device will be the first ever that can be used on adults, small children, or even small pets without having to adjust the energy output settings. The clinical findings were published in PACE Medical Journal in February 2017. Shelley Savage commented, “The Mayo Clinic doctors were stunned that it actually worked! Needless to say, it was very exciting to be able to prove our theory in the lab that day.” Indeed, CardioThrive has the technology to make SCA a routinely survivable event – and it is looking forward to rapid expansion into every country on the planet. Its fully operational working prototypes to scale are nearly completed, and in mid-2022, it will be filing for regulatory approval in the US and in Europe. Company: CardioThrive Inc. Contact: Shelley Savage Email: shelleysavage@cardiothrive.com Website: www.cardiothrive.com

Acquisition International - Issue 5 2022 7 In need of a straight-talking, professional, and attentive employment law firm? Then Richard Grogan & Associates Solicitors is the clear choice for you. Indeed, serving as Irelands premier boutique employment law firm, Richard Grogan & Associates Solicitors provides a service that focuses on you, your needs, and your desired results. Mar22304 ichard Grogan & Associates Solicitors is not a full-service law firm – instead it opts to specialise in the areas of employment and personal injury litigation, providing an enhanced legal service based upon an abundance of specialist expertise within these fields. Henceforth, those that choose the firm for their legal needs can expect to receive a service that is centred around quality, one that is value for money, and one that is entirely focused upon their needs and requirements. Indeed, Richard Grogan & Associates Solicitors is notable for its devotion to simplifying the legal process. For example, it does away with legal jargon, as the firm understands that such language makes the legal process inaccessible for the average person. Moreover, it gives ‘honest and unbiased advice in a simple and straightforward fashion.’ Of course, this means that on occasion the firm must tell the client things that they do not want to hear, but this also ensures that the client receives a transparent and overall caring service. Richard Grogan & Associates Solicitors works with an array of clients, and each one receives a wholly client-centric reception that is complimented by efficiency and knowledge. From employees to senior executives, the firm works with all. In essence, it takes a non-discriminatory approach, simply, if the firm believes that the client has a case or a claim, it is willing to take the client on. Further, if the client does not have the means to make a claim, Richard Grogan & Associates Solicitors will inform them of such. The firm maintains an active presence amongst its clientele, primarily through providing up to date information on its website, its monthly newsletter, and through social media. In addition, Richard Grogan, the founder of the firm, is a regular contributor on both national and local radio stations and has seen numerous television appearances, subsequently bolstering the awareness surrounding the firm’s services. None of this would be possible, however, without the team of specialists that support the firm. The entire team provides an integrated and seamless service to its clients, guaranteeing that the client is well looked after and that they truly understand their legal options. Furthermore, the firm takes pride in the fact that its team take a real interest in the clients, their cases, and their issues and, consequently, that they seek to provide effective and realistic solutions. Each member is a team player. This offers a further benefit as Richard Grogan & Associates Solicitors does not have a staff/management divide. Rather, it works in teams with every member being equally valued, which is a unique element of its services to its clients. R The effectiveness of this approach is reflected within the client testimonies featured on the firm’s website. One client, identified as G.A., perfectly sums the firm up with, ‘Very professional firm and client friendly in a courteous way. Best firm in Ireland with regards to employment law and legislation, for both employer and employee. I would have no hesitation in seeking their advice on any legal matter.’ In essence, it is clear that the company’s clients are pleased with the service that they have received, resulting in the company acquiring numerous accolades and a 4.4-star rating on Google Reviews. Contact: Richard Grogan Company: Richard Grogan & Associates Solicitors Web Address: www.grogansolicitors.ie Best Boutique Employment Law Firm 2022 - Ireland

8 Acquisition International - Issue 5 2022 Austria’s Best in Law Most Influential Civil Law Expert 2022 - Austria ince 2020, founder Michael Ibesich has been working as an independent lawyer within Vienna; however, he began his journey in the sector of law when he graduated from the University of Vienna in 2014. Once completing his court practice, he then worked for several renowned Viennese law firms. As a result, Michael has been reputably representing clients in all phases of civil, administrative, and criminal proceedings throughout his career – exceeding personal, professional, client, and industry expectations. After training with several highly respectable businesses and obtaining internships from New York and Vienna, Michael has showcased his talent within the law sector, aiding various clients with his natural intelligence, instinct and overall experience. Due to this, he has been able to serve clients such as private individuals, companies and public institutions – collectively supported and showcasing the efforts of Michael Ibesich, further proving his reputation as the Most Influential Civil Law Expert in Austria. “It is important to offer each client personalised, customised advice and to develop a total solution tailored to the client,” explains Michael. However, while experience and expertise go a long way in upholding the reputation and founding principles of the company, what makes the business stand out is the efforts given by each member of staff. Michael adds to this, stating, “Good employees and collaborations with other lawyers and experts (tax advisors, business experts, etc.) are essential to the success of a law firm.” However, like for many businesses over the past few years, the Covid-19 pandemic shocked several companies across multiple sectors and industries. While this proved difficult for many lawyers and law firms, this period of uncertainty was successfully managed due to Michael’s dedication and passion and professional efforts. Michael expands on this situation, stating, “Because of the situation, attorneys and courts have had to be flexible. Legislators have also responded. Thus, online court hearings were made possible. Of course, this has also affected our firm since we specialise in litigation, among other things. Overall, however, we have coped S Established as a full-service law firm firmly focused on civil litigation, white-collar criminal law, and family law, IBESICH has been regarded as Austria’s Most Influential Civil Law Experts of 2022. Firmly upholding its founding offerings of utmost importance, IBESICH is known for successfully serving private individuals, companies, and organisations in Austria, focusing on dispute resolution, white-collar crime, and family law. Company Name: IBESICH Contact Name: Michael Ibesich Web Address: www.ibesich.at Contact Email: office@ibesich.at Mar22180 well with the new situation, adapted quickly, and offered our clients video conferencing, etc., which has also been well received.” For now, Michael and his company are planning to continue its success in the industry to provide highly regarded services to customers with unparalleled advice. In doing so, the company will remain flexible and respond to the concerns of each individual client to maintain its reputation as Austria’s Most Influential Civil Law Expert.

Acquisition International - Issue 5 2022 9 Childcare For The Future o stand against the rising tide is no easy task, but maintaining an independent approach is vital to securing business success. During the COVID-19 pandemic, many organisations across the US took the decision to close their doors, including a wealth of preschools, schools, universities, and other educational institutions. Yellow Brick Road Early Childhood Development Center bucked the trend by staying open. Since opening in 2006, Yellow Brick Road had made its name in offering childcare solutions that focuses on providing a safe place for children to learn, explore and grow. Partnering with families, the team have been proud to achieve remarkable results over the years, bridging the gap between childhood development and the first few years of schooling. Those who have turned to Yellow Brick Road have done so because the priority has always been ensuring that the learning environment is of the highest quality, embracing spacious playgrounds and intentional learning opportunities, but always at a price which can be afforded by young families. In 2018, however, the business had come into difficulties and Jessica Johnsen was brought in to revitalize its prospects. As a renowned industry speaker, trainer and motivator, Yellow Brick Road offered a unique opportunity to put her teachings into practice. During 2019, Jessica made major changes to the way in which Yellow Brick Road operated, transforming the culture of the business into a thriving community. The focus on Yellow Brick Road’s philosophy and on the needs of the children they serve has never been in doubt, but it has been regenerated through impressive teacher training, leadership development, onboarding process, and marketing. This fresh approach to the business did not stall when the pandemic hit. In fact, Jessica and her newly revitalized team accelerated their innovative approach to childcare. The decision to do this was not taken lightly, and involved trying ways of working that were entirely different to keep the business on the rails. It involved an approach which championed innovation above all else. It involved taking risks that might not pay off. Such an inspirational approach is a credit to Jessica Johnsen, who never shied way from the complex decisions at the heart of her business. Finding solutions in these unprecedented times was not an easy task. It’s clear that many businesses made the call to wait and see what others would do, so as not to make mistakes. Jessica’s whole approach, the one which has truly inspired the team at Yellow Brick Road, has revolved around taking ownership of a situation and T finding a solution for herself. Her role as CEO is to lead her team to success no matter what. Now, Yellow Brick Road is once again a pillar of the community. The strategies implemented by Jessica and her team have transformed the fortunes of the business, pulling it out of short-term debt and allowing it to acquire Seeds to Seedlings and Sonnet Montessori School brands. It currently operates nine schools in two different markets and is still looking for ways of expanding their reach. When it comes to being an influential CEO, the work undertaken by Jessica Johnsen demonstrates how effective a flexible and innovative approach can be. The team’s ambitious attitude has brought them incredible success, both financially and in terms of turning around the culture of this stalwart establishment. As the team finds itself in the perfect position to continue a pattern of growth – indeed, there are plans in place to expand the Yellow Brick Road brand into Des Moines, Iowa in the summer. All in all, everything is in place for a very promising future ahead. Company: Yellow Brick Road Early Childhood Development Center Name: Jessica Johnsen Email: jessica.johnsen@ybrecdc.org When the COVID-19 pandemic swept the globe, it was those businesses which could react quickly who were able to survive. Yellow Brick Road Early Childhood Development Center is a prime example of this, with their CEO, Jessica Johnsen being recognised for her work. Named Influential CEO of the Year 2022 - Education Programs in the 2022 Global Excellence Awards from Acquisition International, we took a closer look to discover more about the secrets of their success. Company: Yellow Brick Road Early Childhood Development Center Name: Jessica Johnsen Email: jessica.johnsen@ ybrecdc.org Mar22624

10 Acquisition International - Issue 5 2022 Mar22436 Law Made Easy Built upon the pillars of consistency and organised practices, the founding partners of Eduardo Ferrão Associated Lawyers have exceptional experience as a collective and collaborative effort within the law industry – utilising their vast talents gained across several areas. Established as Brazil’s Best Boutique Public Law Firm of 2022, Eduardo Ferrão Associated Lawyers is inspired to act correctly, providing clients with a global assessment of risks for achievement of positive and solid results. ounded on the professional experiences of its original partners, Eduardo Ferrão Associated Lawyers was established with a leading priority – to face the challenges presented by an increasingly competitive, demanding, and sophisticated market, of which the firm is successfully and effectively leading as the Best Boutique Public Law Firm in Brazil. Overall, Eduardo Ferrão Associated Lawyers was founded on several principles that allow its lawyers to focus on their time for consistent legal solutions. In addition to this, Eduardo Ferrão Associated Lawyers takes pride in its efforts and exceptional attention to detail – considering the client’s business, culture, and goals when providing its legal services. Essentially, Eduardo Ferrão Associated Lawyers is regarded as a comprehensive firm that takes care of the legalities and unfathomable complications surrounding law practices and its clients’ necessities. An associate at Eduardo Ferrão Associated Lawyers, explains, “Awareness of such a condition has shaped the company’s profile and became the mainspring of all its movements and strategies of inspiration. Through solid and innovative results, serious and correct risk assessment, based on long and deep experience in all areas of law, the company prioritised the practice in the Superior Courts.” At Eduardo Ferrão Associated Lawyers, the company not only meets modern business standards but exceeds them, along with client and industry expectations. In order to become so highly regarded, members of the firm ensure that the work process is designed intelligently and is constantly optimised – considering the changes of the industry and its client’s needs. For Eduardo Ferrão Associated Lawyers, in order to maintain its reputation and standards, the company and its partners are constantly adapting and improving its technological routines. Doing so has provided the firm with the ability to be prepared for the modern and global market. However, regardless of advances, one thing remains fundamentally unchanged: the measures Eduardo Ferrão Associated Lawyers go to ensure security – guaranteeing confidentiality, integrity, availability, and authenticity of the information. By providing strategic and organisational operation management, Eduardo Ferrão Associated Lawyers can establish an environment that provides the highest ethical, administrative, and institutional standards to its clients. Overall, the Eduardo Ferrão Associated Lawyers team works tirelessly and is committed to providing F excellent results, motivating the entire organisation to pursue positive outcomes. As a result, at Eduardo Ferrão Associated Lawyers, efficient and effective law practices are guaranteed, especially at Brazil’s Best Boutique Public Law Firm. Company Name: Eduardo Ferrão Associated Lawyers Web Address: http://eduardoferrao.adv.br/br/ Contact Email: escritorio@eduardoferrao.adv.br Phone: +55(61) 2102-7898

Acquisition International - Issue 5 2022 11 Hawaii is a highly sought-after location – it offers a beautiful landscape, idyllic weather, and an abundance of culture. Harosky Homes LLC is nestled in Kapolei, O’ahu, from where it serves a wide range of clients, including military personnel and Hawaiian locals. Henceforth, it has earned the title of Alan Ouitayakul: Most Outstanding Real Estate Agency 2022 – Hawaii, as since its founding, it has displayed an undying devotion to the customer – largely due to the efforts of Alan Ouitayakul. Mar22147 arosky Homes LLC is a company that is always giving back – it equips each of its clients with the necessary tools and information to ensure confidence when purchasing a home. Whether the company is working with a first-time buyer or someone already on the property ladder, the estate agency offers a service with a smile – after all, its primary goal is to cultivate an environment in which clients can thrive. Consequently, it has received an abundance of positive feedback from customers, especially due to its devotion to walking the customer through the entire process. It understands that purchasing real estate is a stressful process, which is why, for Harosky Homes, the client always comes first. Specialising in residential listings, Harosky Homes boasts a portfolio that is flooded with luxury. Indeed, its featured homes span from cosy $40,000 apartments to six-figure, luxury mansions. There is something for every budget, for every buyer. From family homes to single-beds, clients are treated to a full-service that is catered to by Harosky Home’s devoted team. Henceforth, Harosky Homes sees a diverse range of clients passing through its doors, ranging from active military personnel to friends and family. The primary catalyst behind the company’s wide clientele is the fact that it happily provides free education to the public which is complimented by free food. Realtor Associate, Alan Ouitayakul, comments, ‘we are all one team fighting one fight.’ In essence, everyone at Harosky Homes is willing to contribute to the clientcentric nature of the business, promoting transparency, honesty, and effective customer service. Moreover, Harosky Homes prides itself on its vibrant and long-term bonds it forges with customers, it endeavours to make clients feel comfortable throughout the process. Of course, a key player within this approach is the team. Ouitayakul further states, ‘we are also very diverse in languages, knowledge, and personality, which makes the team very powerful.’ He then adds, ‘I come from a background where ‘hustle’ is everything,’ which is an attitude that he brings to the team. However, Ouitayakul is one example of Harosky Homes’ vibrant workforce. Each team member is truly passionate about real estate, bestowing an abundance of time and energy into each transaction. As such, Harosky Homes has designed a workplace that thrives upon dynamic communication, positivity, and kindness. Furthermore, the team benefits from the leadership of Leian Harosky, an experienced broker and the company’s founder. Harosky H possesses over 16 years of experience spanning across residential sales to government housing, and prior to her real estate career, she cut her teeth working for the State Department at a U.S. Embassy in Asia as a housing coordinator. Not only is Leian extremely professional, detail oriented, and knowledgeable, but she is also a sought-after speaker by military organisations to train soldiers on the process of homebuying. Unsurprisingly, she has received numerous accolades, including a membership with the prestigious Coldwell Banker’s Society of Excellence in 2018 and 2019. Success often comes with hardships. For many, the Covid-19 pandemic was a life altering event, with the changing restrictions and lockdowns permanently altering businesses. In effect, the pandemic has left a clear scar upon multiple industries. However, Harosky Homes’ devotion and willingness to go above and beyond for its clients ensured its survival. It took the time to plan and strategize accordingly, demonstrating its impressive adaptability and, subsequently, its durability. Contact: Alan Ouitayakul Company: Harosky Homes LLC Web Address: https://www.oahuareahomes.com/ Finding A Home In Paradise: Alan Ouitayakul

12 Acquisition International - Issue 5 2022 Mar22362 Technology That Matches the Purpose Digitalisation continues to play a major role in shaping the future of the industry sector on the road towards Industry 4.0. And while increased energy efficiency, predictive maintenance and a lot size of one are all desirable outcomes, engineers understand that they are by far not the only challenges faced by industries around the world today. The team at Roxa Technologies GmbH, named Most Innovative Mechanical Engineering Technology Firm 2022 – Austria, in Acquisition International’s Global Excellence Awards, have thrived because they combine the latest technology with a detailed knowledge of various industry segments. We took a closer look to discover more. s digitalisation takes the world by storm, more and more people see it as the default answer to any problem that may arise. The truth, however, is that the increasingly intelligent components that should ultimately make up Industry 4.0 are just one part of a complex puzzle for mechanical engineers. The team at Roxa Technologies have been mastering precisely such challenges for a little over 20 years now. Their work is committed to creating solutions that cannot be bought off the shelf or found in a catalogue that caters to a broad customer base. Instead, Roxa Technologies provides its customers with simple, highly effective and light-weight special-purpose solutions that promise user-friendliness, require less space and also have a positive impact in terms of energy consumption. Simultaneously meeting or even addressing these requirements is difficult to achieve by means of conventional cranes or robots and is, in almost all cases, highly cost-inefficient. A classic example of this is the team’s development of systems for handling relatively lightweight components across the shop floor. Crane construction, generally speaking, focuses on the movement of tonnes of equipment, but most loads in today’s industry amount to less than 500 kg. When customers turn to Roxa Technologies, they do so in the knowledge that the team is able to provide the best engineering solution and, starting with a digital twin, transform the virtual design into reality. With such amazing technological resources at the fingertips of every individual today, it’s the industry-specific knowledge of how best to apply them that makes the Roxa Technologies team stand out. It is easy to be drawn in by the benefits of digitalisation and self-adapting production. The use of highly sophisticated, sensor-enhanced and smart components, however, will only lead to tangible benefits if the “foundation” is sound. Creative implementation from a team that understands the basics and can see what is required to get the best out of a situation, is what the Roxa Technologies team bring to the table each and every time. A What is clear is that technology itself is not the main priority to the team at Roxa Technologies, but the application of the right solutions in the right situation. With the team’s unique knowledge of mechanical engineering as a whole, they can import ideas and concepts across various industries to support their clients in another. The incredible flexibility of mechanical engineering means that form and function are always considered, feeding into the various designs that are developed by the team. The constant drive to improve what is already there lies at the heart of Roxa Technologies. The team is always pushing to see if new approaches can provide a better way forward for their customers. Most tasks have a solution already built in – it’s what a design engineer brings to the table – but the team at Roxa Technologies stands apart because it is always looking for the best possible solution. And in many cases, less may actually be more, which is also underlined by the company’s drive to keep things simple. There are many in the industry who would see the development of bespoke (custom-designed) solutions as a reason to bring production of every aspect of a solution in-house. Roxa Technologies, however, relies on competence, trust, and proven track records and has correspondingly outsourced the production of the various modules and components to a network comprising the best manufacturers. The actual construction of the machines designed by Roxa Technologies is handled by the company’s incredible partner Kostwein. The company, with its seat in Carinthia, Austria, is a leading world-class manufacturer that combines high performance and competency like no other. This decision was arrived at so that the Roxa Technologies team could focus purely on engineering and commissioning. By doing this, and outsourcing construction, the team can combine their unique skillset with the capabilities and capacity of a partner committed to producing solutions of an equally high quality at all times. Because the Roxa Technologies team develop and sell special-purpose machines from the field of “half-robotics”, the

Acquisition International - Issue 5 2022 13 The Future of Italian Venture Building decision to work in collaboration with fellow specialists in the field has brought all parties immense success. The COVID-19 pandemic has slowed production to a crawl in many sectors, as businesses struggle to find resources no longer common. In some cases, electrical components simply cannot be procured at all. This lack of parts has impacted major suppliers as well as small ones. According to the award-winner, the answer to this challenge must be thinking outside of the box. Ingenuity is what the Roxa Technologies team excels at, and they know that there are numerous solutions for any technical task, they just have to be considered and applied with care. When the team at Roxa Technologies come up with their solutions for clients, the first thing they check is if components are available in order to develop a quick and efficient solution. To some, this might seem like reinventing the wheel, but because the struggle to find parts often relates to electronic components, this is not necessarily true. The way Roxa Technologies operates makes it clear that it is not IT which will push forward the industry, but rather detailed knowledge of how to deliver mechanical solutions. Software can be adapted with the click of the mouse, which is very appealing, but mechanical solutions transform the underlying bits and bytes into actual functionality. The power of the digital world is one many have come to regard as inevitable, but the team at Roxa Technologies has thrived by understanding its realistic and actual areas of application. The firm can without doubt be seen as a benchmark for the specialist field of “half-robotics”. Drawing from its years of experience across multiple industries, it is here that the company will continue to move forward and meet the demand for solutions that cannot be solely or fully addressed by the digital factory. Company: Roxa Technologies GmbH CEO: Horst Gusterhuber Email: hgu@roxa.at Website: www.roxa.at

14 Acquisition International - Issue 5 2022 Mar22148 DXCorr Design Inc. Architect in Embedded Physical IP pioneer in the semiconductor industry, DXCorr design is a product based semiconductor company that facilitates SoC design solutions with in-house IPs, incorporating complex memory SRAMs, CAMs, Multiports, memory subsystems, and standard cells. DXCorr develops these driving edge physical IP arrangements in cutting edge technology and provides a broad spectrum of performance across applications. DXCorr was established in 2006 in Sunnyvale, USA, with an objective to bring together the best facet of hardware design and software development, thereby expediting chip design and silicon delivery. The technological advancement in mobiles, tablets, smart watches and other similar devices in the first decade of the 21st century gave prominence to ASIC designs. Prerequisite to this increasing complexity is to critically optimize each processor core in an SoC (System-on-Chip) to meet the power, performance, area (PPA), yield, and application specific cost goal. This is necessitated by the typical requirement from a client in the VLSI universe - the need to provide the best possible PPAL (power, performance, area and leakage - global metrics of semiconductor design) in the shortest time frame. This is the sweet spot that all design houses try to achieve during project execution, and DXCorr overcomes this constant challenge for every project with utmost efficiency. Thanks to its battle-tested core of domain experts and its enviable suite of in-house tools, successful projects are delivered on time and with top-notch quality. The principle of self-reliance was what led to the establishment of DXCorr, and it continues to guide the firm till date. Going forward DXCorr aims to develop a model product portfolio that will serve as an industry benchmark for years. A SMORGASBORD OF PRODUCT OFFERINGS DXCorr’s flagship offers a semiconductor memory portfolio in multiple nodes, running the spectrum from SRAM, MRAM, and, lastly, TCAM. This is elaborated in the following paragraph. DXCorr develops high performance and high density SRAMs and MRAMs. DXCorr works on the latest low power process nodes such as 7nm & 14nm finFET, 22nm & 12 nm FDSOI, 28nm & 40nm. DXCorr elegantly resolves the conflict in concurrent read & concurrent write operations in two-port SRAMs. Power-efficient, high speed binary and ternary CAMs make its clients stand out in a market that craves faster networks and more efficient processors. The extensive understanding of custom design allows DXCorr to significantly improve the performance of various custom logic and arithmetic functional blocks in multiple process nodes. IP ROADMAP DXCorr works on the bleeding edge of VLSI design. While others are just beginning to tape out on 5nm, DXCorr has already begun fundamental research into SRAM compilers at the 2nm node, years in advance, ensuring that we have years of experience in new technologies by the time our customers are considering them. DXCorr is next to groups like IMEC, TSMC, and ARM. A FOOTPRINT OF INNOVATION On the leading edge of AI, DXCorr has brought the same approach that the memory IP industry has used for years to its proprietary Neural Compiler. With the push of a button, and without hiring engineers at all, our customers can tape out a full-custom AI chip down to GDS, tailored specifically to their models and workloads. For our customers, there’s no need to run machine learning benchmarks like MLPerf and extrapolate the performance of their workloads— they can rest assured that the chip will have near 100% utilization, a promise that no AI chip company in the world can deliver on. For instance, Tesla could put their AI models into our Neural Compiler and get a chip 100% optimized to their models, instantly, instead of only delivering a general-purpose accelerator that mostly optimizes for lowest-common-denominator models like ResNet-50. Our customers could do it themselves — many have very capable and experienced teams of their own. The default strategy for leading-node digital teams is to raise half a billion dollars to deliver a product. DXCorr provides a better solution. In fact, DXCorr ensures that your tape out happens with a fraction of that price. THE PEOPLE PERSPECTIVE The credit for DXCorr’s success is due largely to the irrepressible optimism that all its engineers bring to projects. DXCorr’s prime requirement is the ability to face challenges and put in the hard yards required to overcome them. “We believe in unshackling the creativity of our staff and allowing them the liberty to approach problems from any suitable angle. Our philosophy has been one of nurturing and rewarding merit and fostering an ecosystem of unified problem solving. This allows for the adoption of relevant ideas, irrespective of the source”, shares Nirmalya Ghosh, CEO, DXCorr. To stay ahead of the pack and as a testament to self-reliance, DXCorr continues to develop various in-house tools & techniques that push the boundaries of the whole design process. Each step of the process is independently analyzed, worked upon and seamlessly delivered to the next level. Our design teams are individuals with domain expertise working on different angles to provide solutions for a given problem in the shortest time frame possible. The impetus to this approach is provided by the leadership, which is found in the trenches with the typical employee, busy at work, trying to optimize, innovate and improve. This allows ideas to flow thick and fast. This cerebral amalgamation will give birth to the next big thing that will take DXCorr to greater heights of success and industry leadership. EMPLOYEES CORNER DXCorr provides employees with continuous training and development opportunities to hone their skills for maximum efficiency. Our

Acquisition International - Issue 5 2022 15 Architect in Embedded Physical IP employees turn challenges into opportunities every day through their inventiveness, tenacity, and passion. Together, we break new ground. Employees are encouraged to explore sub-domains other than their own to develop a holistic understanding of VLSI. The exposure of the fact helps in cross-domain training. It also allows them to fine-tune their core domain basics and develop much deeper overall knowledge beyond boundaries. This approach naturally leads to their involvement in the latest technologies and industry trends. “There are no ‘holy cows’ in DXCorr’s philosophy. Every idea can and must be challenged. This is made possible due to a significant lack of hierarchy. The only thing that matters is the idea. Every employee is at liberty to question existing approaches and suggest improvements. The process of thought is unrestricted”, adds Sagar Reddy, CTO, DXCorr. THROUGHTHE UPS AND DOWNS The biggest challenge DXCorr has faced lately has been to continue operating with the same cohesion that the company enjoyed before the pandemic. The onset of COVID-19 has brought the people at DXCorr closer as a team. The prospect of extended work from home sounds daunting to say the least, but the team ensured that the show went on as planned. Each individual realized the value of time and how best to use it most efficiently. “Time management was already running at high efficiency prior to Covid but has reached new peaks after work-from-home became the norm. Even though we are no longer working face-to-face, we now have the confidence that we can solve our toughest problems due to our online flexibility and creativity”, affirms P. Naga Srinivasa Reddy, India operations head, DXCorr BLUEPRINT OF THE FUTURE DXCorr has made and will continue to make significant progress in establishing a homegrown R&D unit, which will serve to finetune DXCorr’s designs and processes. The firm had invested in growing its artificial intelligence, analog design, and machine learning capabilities a few years ago, which is now bearing fruit, thereby giving the firmmore sub-domains of influence in the VLSI Industry. DXCorr is constantly attempting to infuse its in-house tool development with the most practical aspects of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML). These are 2 upcoming domains where the handshaking of hardware-software interplay have the potential to dramatically alter humanity’s course for the betterment. In order to expedite SoC design delivery, there is an ongoing effort to develop next-generation analog IPs and interfaces to optimize inter and intra chip communication. DXCorr has steadily developed a homegrown analog portfolio consisting of high-speed and highbandwidth SerDes in multiple nodes, analog sub-systems like ADC, DAC and GPIOs, and supporting circuitry for next generation MRAM designs. The ultimate aim is to transfer all redundant aspects of chip development to the actual computer, thus freeing up human mind space to solve upcoming problems. GRASSROOTS INFUSION OF VLSI DXCorr’s services come with the guarantee to deliver the same reliable and consistent quality. This evidence of excellence has allowed it to connect with some of the best semiconductor giants in the chip industry worldwide. Whilst many of its competitors fall into a ‘one size fits all’ mentality, DXCorr bucks this trend, instead preferring a way of working that is highly tailored to match the specifications of a client. Looking ahead to the rest of 2022 and beyond, DXCorr is pleased to announce that there are many more projects in the pipeline to be released. Our team has been working tirelessly throughout the past year to establish its own homegrown R&D unit, thereby further improving their internal processes and perfecting their designs. With this unit in place, it hopes to be able to further invest in its artificial intelligence pursuits, the intent being, to contribute to that market as it is one of the fastest growing sectors amongst technological innovators. Our work lies at the heart of and behind the technologies that benefit billions of people every day. This is just one of the ways it will be enhancing its portfolio going forward as it continues to corner the market. The confidence that is seen in potential employees is reassuring. DXCorr’s efforts to provide an ecosystem resulted in a systematic shift in how young India relates to VLSI as a life-changing combination of fulfilling employment and generational nation building. “We’re ready for the future, and can’t wait to meet it,” signs off Nirmalya.

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