Hope all are continuing to stay healthy and strong during these extraordinary times.
As Axcess starts its 22nd year, I’d like to send sincere thanks to all of our clients and family members who continue to support us in such an extraordinary way, especially during the past year, which by far was our most challenging together. I’m truly humbled and grateful for the many special friendships.
We start this new year with some exciting news as highlighted below with my longtime friends and clients…
Sincere congratulations to Jeff Arnold, Dawn Whaley and Justin Ferrero on the successful execution of their soon-to-be IPO through a SPAC. I’ve been fortunate to be by their side literally when Sharecare was an idea on a napkin, and it is beyond incredible to see where it is today.
We remain hopeful and excited for 2021 as the world starts to normalize again later this summer.
As always, feel free to reach out to us with any meaningful partnership ideas worth pursuing together.
Have a wonderful Spring!
Best,
Kirk
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Featured Work
SENTIENT JET CARDHOLDER BENEFITS GUIDE 2021 LAUNCHES
Each year, we work to continue to raise the bar and elevate the Sentient Jet Benefits Guide, vetting dozens of new potential partners that we believe Cardholders would find valuable and compelling. We keep an open and creative mindset based on current trends and relevant brands but continue to keep true to a strict minimum requirement for offering a second complimentary night in travel & hospitality and exceptional rewards from retail partners. We believe this has truly differentiated the program across the private aviation industry and beyond and we are excited to have launched the 2021 guide this past January with over 50 featured partners.
FLEXJET AND THE HEALTH NUCLEUS LAUNCH STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP
AXW facilitated a partnership between Flexjet, a global leader in fractional private jet travel, and Human Longevity’s Health Nucleus 100+, inviting Flexjet Owners to receive complimentary, data-driven whole genome-sequencing screenings through the program. The goal is to help Flexjet Owners learn how they can live longer with a greater quality of life. This comprehensive assessment from Flexjet’s brand partner, Health Nucleus, also includes whole body MRI and advanced blood biomarker analysis, all of which can provide a complete picture of health and health risks early, when they are most treatable. (Learn More)
PANERAI AND VELOCITY BLACK LAUNCH STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP
Panerai has teamed up with Velocity Black to provide interesting and unique content to their member base while also providing them with exclusive benefits such as a 1-1 curated, virtual appointments, a complimentary watch strap with your purchase of a watch, and more. Panerai is featured on Velocity Black’s mobile app and within select newsletters, where members can see and learn about their new pieces and their classic collections.
AXW Family Members in the News
SHARECARE UNVEILS PLANS TO GO PUBLIC VIA SPAC
Digital healthcare company Sharecare announced its plans this month to join the public markets through a merger with Falcon Capital Acquisition Corp., a special purpose acquisition company, or SPAC. The combined company is expected to be valued at $3.9 billion with approximately $400 million in growth capital on the balance sheet. Sharecare founder Jeff Arnold, who previously founded WebMD, will continue to lead the company as Chairman and CEO. (Read More)
INTERNOVA TRAVEL GROUP ADOPTS FORBES TRAVEL GUIDE AND SHARECARE’S HEALTH SECURITY VERIFICATION PLATFORM
In its continued global initiative to ensure consumers can travel with confidence and stay in a safe environment, Internova Travel Group has selected digital health company Sharecare and Forbes Travel Guide as health security verification partners to validate the procedures and protocols at more than 50,000 hotels booked through its systems. The dynamic solution will help the travel industry align on a common approach, consistent protocols, and an established system of health security, say company executives. (Read More)
CAMBRIA NEW DESIGN LAUNCH
February 24th marked the global unveiling of Cambria’s new designs that transform inspiration to innovation, broadening the available palette and expanding possibilities. Colors and designs you’ve never seen before help you realize stunning effects and tap unexpected wellsprings of inspiration. The groundbreaking new designs feature subtle greens, surprising teals, and high-contrast black and white. They deftly balance warm and cool tones, making them uniquely versatile. These fresh designs create endless new possibilities. Visit Cambria’s website to learn more!
ROOT INC. RAISES $724.4 MILLION IN IPO
Automobile insurance startup Root Inc. (ROOT) sold shares in its initial public offering (IPO) in October at $26 apiece, above its target range, to raise $724.4 million, the company said. Root Inc.’s IPO is bigger than those of other technology-powered insurance providers that had gone public in 2020. (Read More)
PROFESSIONAL FIGHTERS LEAGUE RAISES $65M TO FINANCE GROWTH AHEAD OF 2021 SEASON
The Professional Fighters League has announced it raised $65 million in new financing, approximately two months ahead of its 2021 season. The funds will accelerate PFL’s momentum, innovation, and growth as it builds off of its strong foundation as the number two company worldwide. (Read More)
JOHN POLATZ, CEO OF PS SALON & SPA, INTERVIEWED ON ‘GLOWING OLDER – INNOVATION IN SENIOR LIVING’ PODCAST
John Polatz, CEO of PS Salon & Spa, was featured on Nancy Griffin’s podcast, ‘Glowing Older – Innovation in Senior Living’. The two discussed PS Salon & Spa and all of the wonderful things being accomplished as a team, a culture and a company, with an emphasis on how important PS is to both the Professional Beauty and the Senior Living industries, as well as sufficient inspiration to overcome the challenges of COVID. Listen to the interview here.