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ABM to Manage Parking Operations at Oracle Park

August 16, 2023

ABM to Manage Parking Operations at Oracle Park

SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 15, 2023 — ABM (NYSE: ABM), a leading provider of facility services, infrastructure solutions, and parking management, has entered into a three-year agreement to manage parking operations for Oracle Park in San Francisco, California. ABM will be managing three separate parking facilities at the home to Major League Baseball’s (“MLB”) San Francisco Giants.

This partnership builds upon ABM’s substantial parking facility management presence across San Francisco, including its position as the largest operator in the Financial District. In all, ABM serves more than 100 stadium and entertainment venues in the U.S., including six MLB ballparks as well as the Golden 1 Center for the nearby Sacramento Kings.

“We’re excited to partner with the Giants and the Oracle Park team to further enhance the fan, player, and employee experience through our parking management services,” said Josh Feinberg, EVP and Chief Strategy & Transformation Officer and Head of ABM Parking & Transportation. “Our award-winning expertise in parking operations will match their competitive drive and help provide a fan experience second-to-none.”

ABM will serve as a single source for managing the combined 2,175 parking stalls located at Lot A on 3rd Street, Pier 48, and the King-Townsend Garage at 153 Townsend Street. ABM will deploy its local parking lot operators to manage these facilities and use its innovative technologies and green operating solutions to optimize each location.

“With parking being the first and last interaction many fans have with us on a game or event day, we’re excited to partner with ABM and gain from their national experience with both parking and sports venues to further elevate the fan experience at Oracle Park,” said Joshua Karlin-Resnick, Transportation Director of the San Francisco Giants.

Through a combination of smart technology and industry-leading expertise, ABM provides a platform for simple online payments, connectivity to loyalty programs, and seamless online reservations to enhance the overall parking experience.

ABM is a leader in parking management and operates facilities for over 2,000 clients across the nation. ABM’s partnership with the San Francisco Giants will begin during this 2023 season and extend through the 2025 season.

For more information on ABM’s services and solutions, please visit www.abm.com.

About ABM

ABM (NYSE: ABM) is one of the world’s largest providers of facility services and solutions. A driving force for a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable world, ABM provides essential services and forward-looking performance solutions that improve the spaces and places that matter most. From curbside to rooftop, ABM’s comprehensive services include janitorial, engineering, parking, electrical and lighting, energy and electric vehicle charging infrastructure, HVAC and mechanical, landscape and turf, and mission critical solutions. ABM serves a wide range of industries – from commercial office buildings to universities, airports, hospitals, data centers, manufacturing plants and distribution centers, entertainment venues and more. Founded in 1909, ABM serves over 20,000 clients, with annualized revenue approaching $8 billion and more than 100,000 team members in 350+ offices throughout the United States, United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, and other international locations. For more information, visit www.abm.com.

CONTACT

Media:
ABM
Michael Valentino
media@abm.com

UT Arlington Launches Parking Finder With Modii Through NCTCOG Grant

August 16, 2023

UT Arlington Launches Parking Finder With Modii Through NCTCOG Grant

Modii, a provider of modern mobility solutions, has announced the rollout of their digital parking platform this fall. Funded through a $500,000 grant between the North Central Texas Council of Governments and the University of Texas at Arlington, the web app gives users real-time knowledge of available parking spaces, electric vehicle charging locations and garage/lot percentage occupancy.

During the next 12 months, students will conduct quantitative research into smart campus mobility and run focus groups to assess the transportation improvements on campus as a direct result of the project.

The UTA Parking Finder is currently live. Additional parking lot parking sensors will be added during the next three years until approximately 85% of all parking spaces are covered. A Spanish version of the app is being developed and will debut later this semester.

Modii also has partnered with other vendors to illustrate payment systems – enabling students, staff and visitors the ability to make informed parking decisions in real-time. Users also can search for parking availability personalized to their individual permit entitlements so they can quickly pinpoint appropriate spaces.

Greg Hladik, executive director of UT Arlington Auxiliary Services, said the data shows that this system works.

“The system will help daily users find parking faster, ensuring the best use of existing parking facilities,” Hladik said.

Jay Rosenberger, UT Arlington professor and interim chair of the Department of Industrial, Manufacturing and Systems Engineering (IMSE), said the upcoming research will assess how effectively the tool improves safety, efficiency and sustainability of UTA’s campus mobility. Chen Kan, IMSE assistant professor, is part of the research team for this project.

Modii President Mark Frumar said, “Parking has historically been a challenge at most large universities, but it doesn’t have to be. Commuting students and staff, as well as campus visitors, should be able to find a parking spot with ease and eliminate the worry of being late to their class or event. The UTA Parking Finder aims to solve that challenge, and we’re both honored and grateful to receive the generous grant that will propel research into smart campus mobility. The findings from this project will pave the way for future initiatives and allow UTA to be recognized as a pioneer in the evolution of smart campus technology.”

In addition to simplifying parking across the UTA campus, Modii has also deployed an additional solution to provide the UTA parking administration with valuable parking utilization data.

The tool, Modii PI, features a dashboard with live parking metrics of the UTA campus, as well as the ability to generate reports to inform the UTA administration on the optimal adjustments of parking allocations to meet the demand measured. Parking administrators will be able to analyze, compare and report on the utilization of their parking assets for data-driven planning decisions.

With detailed insight into parking, UTA will be able to plan strategically for games, events and construction, or any other factors that could impact on-campus parking.

About Modii

Modii provides modern mobility solutions via a unified platform of digital infrastructure, data integration, and parking intelligence. The innovative technology supports the digital transformation of urban areas and campuses while empowering thoughtful parking planning through data-driven insights.

Improving the patient family experience one step at a time, Children’s Hospital of Atlanta selects TKH Security for smart parking system

July 12, 2023

Improving the patient family experience one step at a time, Children’s Hospital of Atlanta selects TKH Security for smart parking system

CHESHIRE, CT – July 11, 2023 – TKH Security (formerly Park Assist) recently began installation for a previously awarded Automated Parking Guidance System (APGS) contract with Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta (CHOA) for the parking facilities at the new $1.5 billion Arthur M. Blank Hospital.

Announced in June 2023, U.S. News & World Report’s Best Children’s Hospitals 2023-2024 list ranked CHOA among the nation’s top pediatric hospitals for the 20th year. Four of CHOA’s specialties ranked in the top 10 and eight of their specialties ranked in the top 20. Additionally, CHOA was ranked the No. 1 pediatric hospital in Georgia for the 4th consecutive year.

Slated to open in 2024, CHOA’s Arthur M. Blank Hospital will be a 446-bed children’s hospital in Brookhaven, Georgia. The hospital will be a Level 1 trauma center and will be affiliated with Emory University School of Medicine. As the largest and only freestanding pediatric healthcare system in Georgia, the 1.5 million square foot hospital is located on a 20-acre campus with greenspace and walking trails for patients, families, and employees.

“CHOA simply wants to provide an exceptional experience for its patients and staff. With TKH Security, and their history of successful large-scale projects and extensive hospital experience, JE Dunn can help CHOA accomplish their goal even in the parking facilities,” said Brian McElroy, JE Dunn ConstructionProject Manager.

With an APGS, CHOA’s dedication to the patient family experience extends to more than 4,000 parking spaces in two parking garages. Designed to provide a stress-free and convenient parking experience, the M5 camera-based parking guidance system is tailored to remove obstacles from the parking process for the driver. The system accomplishes this by enabling each parker to make an easy, smooth transition from initial garage entry to an open space — while improving overall traffic flow throughout the campus and even in the surrounding areas.

Monitoring up to six parking spaces simultaneously, M5 smart sensors will stream HD video to the central database, enhancing security and surveillance. Capturing footage 24/7, Facilities Management can perform real-time monitoring of occupancy and activity with interactive dashboards using live data. For patients, families, visitors, and employees, the sensors provide occupancy status of the 4,000 parking spaces. The green and red LED lights on the sensors will navigate parkers to available spaces. By reducing time to park by up to 63%, the parking guidance system also lessens vehicle emissions and fuel consumption.

“Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta new pediatric hospital is the largest healthcare project in the history of the state of Georgia. We are honored to be a part of this revolutionary project and look forward to providing excellent future patient experience to patients, families, and staff utilizing our camera-based technology,” said Thomas Alexander, Regional Sales Executive, Southeast. “We anticipate installation completion at the end of this year.”

CHOA’s APGS package also includes:

VMS-NAV signs placed at the entrance and key decision points within the garages to assist parkers with wayfinding,
An API package that provides Facilities Management with a secure connection to a limitless set of third-party parking related solutions,
And INX with real time dashboards and business intelligence for Facilities Management to maximize and streamline parking operations.

TKH Security is proud to partner with JE Dunn Construction on this project.

Children’s Hospital of Atlanta Arthur M. Blank Hospital

About Children’s Hospital of Atlanta

TKH Security specializes in the development of smart electronic security, safety, and parking guidance systems. With over 25 years of experience, we offer complete solutions for Parking Guidance, Parking Facility Management, Security Management, Access Control, Video Management, Intrusion Detection, Intercom, Surveillance, and Asset & Site Management. We are always looking for innovative solutions for the market with a focus on creative, flexible and open architecture integration. Recently merging with seven companies (Park Assist, ParkEyes, Aasset Security, Flexsposure, Key Processor, Siqura, and VDG) TKH Security has a strong position in North America, Australia, Europe, and multiple offices all over the world. TKH Security is a member of TKH Group NV.

About TKH Security

Contact

Sarah Clevinger

Director of Marketing, NTHAM

s.clevinger@tkhsecurity.com

ABM Continues Twenty-Year Parking Partnership with Orlando International Airport

June 01, 2023

ABM Continues Twenty-Year Parking Partnership with Orlando International Airport

ORLANDO, Fla., — ABM (NYSE: ABM), a leading provider of facility services, infrastructure solutions, and parking management, today announced a five-year partnership with one of the nation’s busiest airports, Orlando International Airport (MCO). This partnership serves as an extension of ABM’s twenty-year collaboration with MCO and will include providing parking and valet services at all three airport terminals, including the recently opened Terminal C—an innovative terminal geared toward high-tech passenger conveniences and the largest expansion project in airport history.

With air passenger volume across the U.S. returning to pre-pandemic levels, the number of people parking at airports is also increasing, creating a heightened demand from travelers for enhanced experiences. As one of the nation’s largest parking and transportation management providers, supporting over 2,000 client locations across the country, ABM is perfectly situated to deliver unparalleled service as MCO continues to set industry standards as a world-class, global gateway. This news follows ABM’s recent debut of its innovative Smart Parking solution, ABMVantage, aimed toward redefining parking infrastructure and developing parking and transportation experiences that prioritize drivers and travelers to create unified parking systems for its partners.

“At ABM, we value and appreciate the longstanding partnerships we’ve established with our clients and are excited to continue our relationship with MCO through 2028,” said Larry DeLuca, Vice President, Aviation Landside Services Central, ABM. “This partnership extension serves as a true testament of our shared commitment with MCO to deliver outstanding customer service and innovative solutions to help ensure airport guests are happy and safe from arrival to departure.”

For more information on ABM, please visit www.abm.com.

ABOUT ABM

MEDIA CONTACT
ABM
Michael Valentino
michael.valentino@abm.com

TIBA Parking Systems LTD. Launch the X60 and SPARK platform in Israel

May 16, 2023

TIBA Parking Systems LTD. Launch the X60 and SPARK platform in Israel

Petach Tikvah, Israel, May 10, 2023 – TIBA Parking Systems company of FAAC Technologies, a global Parking andRevenue Control Systems (PARCS) development company announces the launch of X60 hardware product line,that is complemented by homegrown enhanced legacy Smart Park as well as all new native cloud SPARK software platforms in Israel.

For over 30 years, TIBA has provided innovative solutions for parking operators and owners, through reliable products that are easy to install, commission and maintain, and provide the best return on investment and lowestcost of ownership in the industry. The TIBA X60 hardware is an embedded proprietary controller-based, OS Less solution that encompasses the latest technologies including robust field-proven components such as touch screen,integrated SIP on board intercom and pin hole camera, voice annunciator, printer, barcode scanners, bill validators, andmuch more. The TIBA solution is highly customizable thus can support a tailor-made configuration for the needs of the different garages and use cases. The X60 platform as well as the all new SPARK cloud platform are backward compatible to our existing install base, thus allowing our customers to evolve into the new product line.

Since 2020, TIBA has been successfully deploying the X60 product line in USA, Australia, and additional territories around the world: parking operators benefit from its flexible solutions coupled with TIBA native cloudSPARK platform, the enhanced legacy Smart Park software, as well as a wide variety of third-party supplier integrationswith complementary hardware and software solutions. “With hundreds of garages and cloud tenants already deployed inother global territories, installations in Israel will be seamless and backed by a proven track record to our customers” says Luca Cervato, Parking BU Director at FAAC Technologies. “With TIBA originating in Israel and influencing thelocal market together with our distributors, valued customers, local leadership and development center, the Parking BU of FAAC Technologies is committed and geared to maintain our preeminence in the Israeli market as well as evolving neighboring territories”.

“We are proud to have the TIBA product lines developed in Israel and tailored to both the local and the international markets: our agile solutions, reliability and extremely fast architecture allow for the engaged parking experience. Our all-new native cloud SPARK platform and mobile phone SPARK application grant full control and ease of management for the garage owners and operators. The local Israeli market characteristics, our strong relationship with the market leaders and committed operational and service excellence in the country will enable our quick and successful deployments already underway” says Ilan Lev, General Manager of TIBA Israel. “We strive to not onlyserve but also protect our customers’ investments in the TIBA solution, and we do that by continuing to invest and develop new features and capabilities in our platform, while maintaining backward compatibility to our legacy installations: our new X60 platform and cloud solutions are backward compatible to our legacy product lines installed in the field, allowing our valued customers to use their TIBA systems and maintain continuity of their business while gradually migrating to the new offering.”

TIBA supports customers in Israel and around the world in all segments of the parking industry: airports, large campuses, multi-use parking complexes, governmental solutions for the smart city and congestion control, automated robotic parking, healthcare and hospitals, education and universities, hotels, hospitality, and much more. TIBA flexible and reliable solutions architecture allows for unique solutions to support the different verticals with tailor fit solutions.

About TIBA

TIBA Parking Systems, a company of FAAC Technologies is a preeminent leader of solutions for the parking andmobility industry. With the most advanced and flexible systems, TIBA products are scalable, reliable, and user-friendly. TIBA is committed to an “Engaged Parking Experience” through a focus on superior products, providing the industry’s most configurable solutions, and delivering a first-rate customer success partnership. TIBA’s flexible cloud architecture enables parking operators to leverage technology and market trends and unlock new revenueopportunities. TIBA serves parking operators and owners both directly and through an extensive network of value-added resellers. Visit www.tibaparking.com to learn more.

About FAAC Technologies

FAAC Technologies is one of the leading international players in the access automation and control business in both the residential and industrial sectors. The executive headquarters, the technological and managerial heart, are located in Bologna, Italy, but the group boasts a huge presence abroad, where it develops most of its business with both production sites and commercial premises. Established in Bologna in 1965 thanks to the forward-thinking intuition of its founder Giuseppe Manini, FAAC Technologies is today an international group led by a consolidated andhighly motivated management team, which operates through 53 legal entities present in 29 countries distributed across 5 continents, and over 3,600 employees.

Forward-looking statements

The information included in this press release contains, or may be deemed to contain, forward-looking statements (as defined in the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and the Israeli Securities Law, 1968). Saidforward-looking statements. Subject to uncertainties and assumptions and the actual results may materially differ. Allforward- looking statements in this press release are based on information available to TIBA Parking Systems on the datehereof. All written or oral forward-looking statements attributable to TIBA Parking Systems are expressly qualified in their entirety by the factors referred to above. TIBA Parking Systems does not intend to update these forward-lookingstatements.

Flowbird Partners with the City of Minneapolis to Launch New & Improved MPLS Parking App

May 16, 2023

Flowbird Partners with the City of Minneapolis to Launch New & Improved

MPLS Parking App

Additional Convenience Delivered to Drivers in Record Time

Moorestown, NJ — The City of Minneapolis launched the newest version of its white-labeled mobile parking payment app, the MPLS Parking App, in just 6 short weeks after extending its partnership with Flowbird, a global leader in curbside management and urban mobility solutions. The upgraded app replaces the previous version and now offers enhanced user experience and feature-rich capabilities.

The new MPLS Parking App officially launched on April 16th and covers approximately 9,500 City-owned parking spaces. Designed as a true mobility app, the MPLS Parking App features a map-based user interface, integrated with navigation systems to guide users to their preferred parking location. Each unique parking space is plotted on the map, with hours of enforcement, restrictions and rates clearly displayed upon selection, as well as clearly indicated special event rate zones for venues such as US Bank Stadium and Target Field. Users can easily pay for parking from their mobile device, receive push or email notifications when time is about to expire, and extend their time without having to visit a parking meter. The app even has a ‘Find My Car’ feature which guides users back to their parked vehicle.

The new version of the app is also complemented with a convenient web portal option. Users now have the same in-app experience by logging into their account via their preferred browser and completing their parking transaction. This added feature is crucial to ensure all drivers have equal accessibility to remotely pay for parking in Minneapolis.

The City of Minneapolis began looking for a new MPLS Parking App provider at the end of 2022 when the previous vendor’s contract was coming to an end. Through a rigorous procurement process, Flowbird was selected as the new vendor that would fulfill the vision for the upgraded MPLS Parking App.

On March 8^th, 2023, the contract to begin the new MPLS Parking App’s development was signed, and in just 6 short weeks, all user accounts were transferred, and the new app launched in Minneapolis on April 16^th, 2023. The successful app development turnaround is among the fastest that the industry has seen.

“We are very pleased to bring the City of Minneapolis an improved mobile app with several new features in just a few weeks,” says Benoit Reliquet, President and CEO of Flowbird America, “Bringing an effective and future-proof mobile experience to the City in a timely manner is key to adequately support its businesses, citizens and visitors.”

The City will also benefit from Flowbird’s elite business intelligence and back-office management suite. The system integrates reporting of all meter and mobile transactions, making it easier than ever to manage its overall parking ecosystem in real time, while making data-driven decisions for the future.

Other methods of payment will continue to be available through Flowbird kiosks throughout the City’s parking spaces and select lots.

The City of Minneapolis joins several other cities across the Midwest utilizing the Flowbird mobile platform, including Indianapolis, Indiana; Detroit, Michigan and Toledo, Ohio.

www.flowbird.group

About Flowbird

FLOWBIRD operates in over 4,350 towns and cities in 80 countries. The company is constantly innovating and breaking new ground to help provide solutions. Its mission is to facilitate the individual journey and maximize a city’s unique mobility potential, while considering all city stakeholders and end-user experiences. Through its devices, elite service platform and teams, Flowbird enables a new era for maximizing urban harmony and value throughout the city’s core.

Clopay® Corporation Introduces LED Light Kit for Standard or High-Performance Doors and Grilles

April 04, 2023

Clopay^® Corporation Introduces LED Light Kit for Standard or High-Performance Doors and Grilles

Illuminated Visual Signals Allow for Easy Door Position Monitoring

Clopay^® Corporation’s LED Light Kit provides an illuminated visual signal for standard and high-performance overhead rolling doors and grilles. Ideal for fire and emergency services, warehouses, and parking applications, the LED light strips alert drivers to an open or closed door or grille, limiting downtime, maintenance, and repair costs. This feature is offered by Clopay Corporation, on both Cornell and Cookson branded models.

The LED lights notify users of several different door positions. Red lights flash when the door is in motion and stay steadily lit when the door is closed. When green lights are lit, the door is open. White lights indicate the door’s safety device is triggered or has malfunctioned.

Additional Features & Specifications

Available in 5’, 10’, or 15’ versions, to ensure visibility at varying heights when in higher commercial vehicles or in rear-view mirrors
Able to be retro-fit to existing doors
IP68 rated, marine-grade wiring and stainless steel hardware ensure durability and longevity in harsh conditions
When a door or grille is closed, red LEDs illuminate work areas, preserving night vision and reducing the need for white lights

LED Light Kit is available for all standard and high-performance rolling doors, grilles, and counter doors, excluding fire and smoke-rated products.

More Information

For assistance in selecting features, architects and specifiers should visit www.architectdoorhelp.com.

To learn more about LED Light Kit, please visit: https://www.cornelliron.com/accessory/led-light-kit

About Clopay^® Corporation

Founded in 1964, Clopay^® Corporation (“Clopay”) is the largest manufacturer and marketer of garage doors and rolling steel doors in North America. The company sells residential and commercial overhead sectional doors through leading home center retail chains and a network of over 2,500 independent professional dealers under the brands Clopay, Ideal, and Holmes. Rolling steel doors and grilles for commercial, industrial, institutional, and retail use are sold under the Cornell and Cookson brands.

Contact

Adrienne Reitz, Director of Marketing Communications

570-550-7652

areitz@clopay.com

Propark Mobility Promotes Peter Thorson to Executive Vice President

April 03, 2023

Propark Mobility Promotes Peter Thorson to Executive Vice President

Hartford, Connecticut – Propark Mobility announced today that Peter Thorson has been promoted to the company’s Executive Vice President.

“Since joining Propark, Pete Thorson has made dramatic impacts in various core areas of our business operations,” said David Schmid, Propark Mobility’s Chief Investment Officer. “He has helped drive significant portfolio growth and asset value appreciation for clients within his own region, while simultaneously integrating himself in a variety of other aspects of Propark and its unique processes, driving further success across the country and creating new opportunities for himself and the company.”

Peter joined Propark in 2015 as the company’s Vice President of Operations, responsible for overseeing, developing, and growing Propark’s Southwestern United States region. His most recent position with the company as Senior Vice President included responsibility for the management of Propark’s client relationships, organizational development, growth, acquisitions, technology development and implementation, customer retention, and internal controls across all verticals.

“Pete’s industry experience is not only extensive, in some areas it’s really unsurpassed,” said Richard DiPietro, Propark’s President. “Whether it’s understanding an individual client’s complex parking insurance requirements, identifying ways to enhance Cloudpark Technology’s efficiencies, or supporting our software development processes, Pete Thorson is an expert in almost every regard, which makes him a unique talent for Propark and will bring value to our stakeholders.”

In his new role, Peter will transition to overseeing the Risk Management, Transportation, Cloudpark Technology, and Software Engineering departments, as well as providing underwriting assistance to David Schmid for his inorganic growth focus on mergers and acquisitions.

About Propark Mobility

Propark Mobility is a national, innovation-driven parking management company that provides full-service parking and mobility services for over 700 hospitality, healthcare, commercial, and off-airport locations in over 100 cities across the United States. For more information, please visit www.propark.com.

TEZ Technology Announces Leadership Restructuring to Support Organization Growth

March 24, 2023

TEZ Technology Announces Leadership Restructuring to Support Organization Growth

TEZ Technology (TEZ), the parking industry’s leading developer of app-free, ticketless solutions is thrilled to announce the appointment and promotion of several new executive and director level positions. This leadership restructuring is an essential step toward the organization’s continued growth. These individuals will play a significant role in the future of the organization, provide essential leadership in pursuit of TEZ’s development and goals, and support the needs of TEZ clients nationwide.

TEZ is pleased to welcome Jim Zaloudek to the team. Jim joins TEZ as our new Chief Financial Officer. In this role, Jim will lead the effort to implement TEZ’s financial strategy. Jim has over 30 years of finance, executive management, operations management, and M&A experience within the software, IT services and telecom sectors. His ability to break down “walls” and improve processes enables him to provide strong fiduciary leadership during periods of significant revenue expansion.

JG Biebighauser has been promoted to Chief Sales and Marketing Officer. After successfully leading TEZ’s product team in 2022, JG will now manage both the sales and marketing teams. JG’s background as an operator coupled with his work in sales, strategy, and marketing at IBM positions him well to lead our growth efforts at TEZ. In his new role, JG will develop strategies to implement TEZ’s sales and marketing efforts, will lead in our developing and maintaining our strong industry partnerships, and will identify opportunities to further develop TEZ’s client relationships and support our client needs.

Katherine Beaty has been promoted to Executive Vice President of Client Success. Katherine is an experienced industry leader with more than 20 years of experience in operations, compliance, cybersecurity, and more. In this new role, Katherine will lead the organization’s efforts to ensure that TEZ solutions meet each client’s unique needs. Katherine will lead a team of implementation and support specialists. Under her leadership these teams will be jointly responsible for ensuring our clients’ success after the sale.

Russell Wiant has been promoted to Executive Vice President of Product and Technology. Previously, Russell served as TEZ’s Vice President of Engineering. In this new role, Russell will lead TEZ’s product team and will enhance the processes used to gather customer requirements and to deliver innovative technology to the parking industry. In addition, Russell will continue to lead TEZ’s development team as they build our industry-leading suite of app-free solutions. By bringing both the product and development teams under his leadership, TEZ has improved our ability to nimbly respond to the needs of our clients and the market.

Adam Barge has been promoted to Director of Product Development. Adam has been a part of the TEZ Team for nearly six years, most recently serving as Product Manager for our TEXT2PARK solution. In this new role, Adam will manage the entire product management team, including identifying opportunities to continue to enhance TEZ products.

Chad Brown has been promoted to Director of Systems Engineering. Chad is a proven leader and has been with TEZ for over six years. In his tenure at TEZ, Chad has lead our support team, has been instrumental in building external partner relationships, and, most recently, has been responsible for our flagship product, SMS Valet. In his new role, Chad will be responsible for technical product management at TEZ, ensuring that our solutions are developed in line with TEZ’s commitment to the highest quality stability and reliability.

TEZ’s CEO Mike Simmons stated, “We are excited about the future of TEZ as an organization as we continue to grow and enhance our app-free parking solutions, while helping transform the parking industry to create the best parking experiences possible. Each of these individuals have a proven track record of professionalism, innovation, and leadership and we are thrilled about the opportunities possible as TEZ continues to grow. Each will play a vital role in continuing TEZ’s efforts to support our clients and their effort to serve their clients and communities.”

About TEZ Technology

TEZ has long been at the forefront of connecting drivers and parking facility owners and operators, becoming the go-to technology for ticketless parking and valet. TEZ is an industry leader in providing innovative, app-free parking solutions designed to streamline the parking experience. TEZ’s innovations include SMS text-based platforms TEXT2PARK, PERMIT2PARK, and SMS Valet, enabling clients and customers to facilitate user-friendly contactless transactions and payments in self-park and valet operations across North America.

TEZ empowers owners and operators of parking related real estate to “go mobile” and generate significantly more revenue and efficiencies, automating traditional paper ticket processes, promoting client brand awareness, and greatly enhancing guest experiences. For more information visit https://teztechnology.com/

Offstreet Closes Seed Funding Round!

March 23, 2023

Offstreet Closes Seed Funding Round!

Regina, SK. – Offstreet today announced the closing of a $1.2M seed round. This fundraising round involved participation from new and existing investors, including a first place win at the StartupTNT Investment Summit VI.

“We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve closed our latest funding round from some of the top investors in the industry. This investment will enable us to scale our team, accelerate our product development, and expand our reach to new markets,” says Matt Fahlman, Co-Founder and CEO at Offstreet.

“We’re grateful for the support of our investors, the trust from our customers, and the hard work from our team. We’re excited about the opportunities that lie ahead as we continue to build the industry’s best parking validation solution.

Although the capital is nice, we know the only long-term competitive advantage is building a world class product. We have a lot of work to do and are extremely excited about the future and what we can accomplish in the parking industry!”

Offstreet was founded in 2016 by Matt Fahlman and Kyle Smyth in Regina, SK. Working closely with private parking operators, it became apparent that validations were a major pain point and prevented operators from going fully digital with LPR enforcement.

Over the last 5 years Offstreet has become the most flexible validation tool on the market that services over 500 parking lots. Offstreet enables parking managers to offer an effective validation solution to clients, as well as digitize paid parking exemptions.

About Offstreet

Offstreet’s license plate-based parking validation software allows parking managers to digitize and easily manage paid parking exemptions at ungated lots and garages. Typical exemptions include merchant validations, special guests and visitors, and employee parking.

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