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Quad, a global marketing company, has partnered with Swiftly, a retail technology and media firm, to enhance its In-Store Connect retail media network. This collaboration aims to integrate digital content into physical stores, providing consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands with innovative ways to reach shoppers. Quad's acquisition of DART Innovation earlier this year and the launch of In-Store Connect positioned it as a leader in the in-store retail media space. The partnership will leverage Swiftly's technology to deliver promotions and product information through digital screens and kiosks in stores. The first activation will be with The Save Mart Companies, a major West Coast grocer.

Quad (NYSE: QUAD) has been ranked #22 among the top healthcare marketing firms in North America by the 2024 MM+M Agency 100. This debut reflects over two decades of end-to-end marketing solutions for the health industry. Quad provides comprehensive services, from strategy and creative to production, enhancing consumer connections for health marketers. The company's expanded client base includes prominent brands such as Abbott, Anthem, and UnitedHealthcare. In 2023, Quad added 19 new health accounts and maintained 126 clients, with 25 being agency of record relationships.

Quad will participate in the Sidoti Virtual Investor Conference on June 12-13, 2024, featuring presentations from Chairman, President, and CEO Joel Quadracci, and CFO Tony Staniak. They will present on June 12 at 12:15 p.m. ET, followed by one-on-one and small group investor meetings. Don Pontes, Executive Director of Investor Relations, will also be present. The presentation can be accessed live via the provided link, and the slide deck will be available on the quad.com Investors section post-event. Registration for the event is free and open to all, not to Sidoti clients.

Quad has announced the installation of the first Covision Media 3D-Twin scanner in North America at its Mooresville, NC, studio. This marks the launch of 3D Commerce by Quad, a new solution for creating automated, scalable 'digital twins' for brands. The technology, which offers photorealistic-quality 3D assets, is designed to be adaptable for various applications such as e-commerce, social media, and virtual-reality environments. Quad's innovation aims to simplify workflows, save costs, and maximize reach by allowing a single digital asset to be used across multiple channels. The system comprises 30 cameras in a spherical array and utilizes AI to enhance model quality. This new initiative follows successful implementations with brands like Inditex, NUREG, and Adidas in Europe.

Quad introduces a new creative agency, Betty, named after co-founder Betty Quadracci, offering top-tier strategy, design, and content studios. The agency integrates all creative business lines with a focus on boutique tactics, global production power, and smart, scalable ideas. Key solutions include Brand Strategy and Design, Campaign Ideation, Premedia, Retail and Adaptive Design, and Content Creation. Former leadership and staff from Quad Creative, Periscope, and Content Studios are transitioning to Betty. Quad aims to redefine creative excellence by honoring Betty Quadracci's legacy.

Quad/Graphics, Inc. reported Q1 2024 results with $655 million in net sales, a net loss of $28 million, and an Adjusted EBITDA of $51 million. The company completed restructuring actions for $60 million cost savings and introduced innovative solutions like In-Store Connect and Household Fusion™. The corporate credit rating outlook was revised to 'Positive.' Quad reaffirmed its full-year 2024 financial guidance including 1.8x Net Debt Leverage.

Quad/Graphics, Inc. (QUAD) has partnered with The Save Mart Companies to launch In-Store Connect, introducing digital screens and kiosks in stores to enhance the shopping experience. The initial rollout in 15 stores aims to deliver real-time promotions and product information to shoppers, with plans to expand to 179 stores in California and Nevada. The partnership showcases Quad's commitment to revolutionizing retail media networks and bridging physical and digital consumer connections.