AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoLegal & Governance: Norton Rose Fulbright named regulation and investigations lawyer Laura Perlov Partner-in-Charge of its Denver office, a reminder that compliance-heavy work remains a growth lane for professional services. Local Business Growth: U-Haul added SOS Towing & Recovery Services as a neighborhood dealer in Cookeville, showing how small operators can monetize equipment access without becoming franchises. AI for SMBs: CubiCasa and Restb.ai launched a rush floor-plan delivery benefit for MLS partners, cutting delivery from 24 hours to under 12 for up to 500,000 agents. Tech Leadership: Simon Powell will become CEO of SystemsX.ai as it pushes international expansion beyond travel. Canada Business Climate: B.C. small-business confidence reportedly dropped heading into a snap election, while Ottawa’s labour-law changes aim to reduce disruptions in federally regulated sectors. Health & Data Deals: GuideAI renewed a data exclusivity agreement with vRad to train AI models using imaging from 2,100+ hospitals. Community Spotlight: Parachute’s “Canada’s Favourite Crossing Guard” contest is open for nominations, with $500 prizes for winners and their schools.
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