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Professional Diversity Network, Inc. Announces Acquisition Of Expo Experts, Llc

Jan 11, 2023almost 3 years ago

Acquiring Company

Professional Diversity Network

Acquired Company

Expo Experts

Human ResourcesEducation

Description

Professional Diversity Network, Inc. (NASDAQ:IPDN) (“PDN” or “Company”), a developer and operator of online and in-person diversity talent networks that provides access to networking, training, educational and employment opportunities for diverse individuals, announced that the Company’s wholly-owned subsidiary, Expo Experts Events, LLC, pursuant to an asset purchase agreement with Expo Experts, LLC (“Expo Experts”) dated as of January 9, 2023, an Ohio limited liability company, has purchased the assets and operations of Expo Experts for a total consideration of $600,000 to be funded by the payment of $400,000 in cash and the issuance of restricted shares of PDN common stock valued at $200,000 based on the volume weighted average price as of twenty (20) days prior to the closing date.

Company Information

Company

Professional Diversity Network

About

Professional Diversity Network, Inc. (PDN) is a developer and operator of online and in-person diversity job seeker networks that provides access to networking, training, educational and employment opportunities for diverse professionals. Through our online platforms and partnerships, we provide hiring employers a means to identify and acquire diverse talent and assist them with DEI efforts. Our mission is to utilize the collective strength of our affiliate companies, members, partners, and unique proprietary platform to be the standard in business diversity recruiting, networking and professional development for women, minorities, veterans, LGBTQ+ and disabled persons globally. For more information about PDN, please visit: www.prodivnet.com

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