North Media will release its interim report for the first quarter of 2025 on May 21, 2025, providing an update on the group’s financial performance.

Details

• Report Schedule for 2025:

  • Interim reports will be published for Q1 and Q3.

  • Financial results for the half-year and full-year will be presented via webcasts.

  • Investor presentations will be made available on the company website aligned with Q1 and Q3 interim report publications.

• Investor Engagement:

  • Webcasts offer detailed financial insights and updates.

  • Presentations ensure transparent communication with investors and stakeholders.

Contact Information

• Contact Person: Lasse Ingemann Brodt, Group CEO

• Phone: +45 20 24 32 92

• Email: investor@northmedia.dk

North Media continues its commitment to transparency and investor relations by providing timely financial reports and presentations throughout 2025, helping investors stay informed of the company’s performance.

Press Ganey Forsta, a leader in experience measurement and analytics, has appointed Luke Williams as Chief Customer Experience and Research Officer to lead enterprise CX and research strategy.

• New Leadership Appointment:

  • Luke Williams joins as Chief Customer Experience and Research Officer.

  • Reports directly to Kyle Ferguson, CEO of Press Ganey Forsta’s cross-industry division.

• Luke Williams’ Background:

  • Over 20 years of experience driving customer-centric transformation.

  • Formerly led global customer experience and insights at Microsoft.

  • Creator of the ‘4 Voices’ strategy promoting action-first thinking across enterprises.

• Role and Responsibilities at Press Ganey Forsta:

  • Shape client strategy and design programs delivering measurable outcomes.

  • Support strategic growth opportunities.

  • Oversee enterprise CX and research teams to link customer insights with innovation.

• Leadership Vision:

  • Emphasizes connecting strategy to purpose and research to real-world impact.

  • Focus on turning customer feedback into actionable insights that drive competitive advantage.

Luke Williams’ appointment strengthens Press Ganey Forsta’s mission to help organizations transform customer experience through deep insights and innovation, fostering loyalty, trust, and long-term growth.

Rio Media announces a unique advertising opportunity through branded sponsorships on Huntington Beach’s iconic lifeguard towers. This initiative offers premium, high-impact ad placements at one of America’s most visited beaches, attracting millions annually and hosting major global events.

• Prime Advertising Location:

  • Sponsorships on lifeguard towers at Huntington Beach, known for its high visitor traffic and popular events like the Pacific Airshow and US Open of Surfing.

  • Over 15 million visitors annually, including families, travelers, and outdoor enthusiasts.

• Emotional Brand Engagement:

  • According to co-founder Tommy Iorio, emotional experiences boost brand recall by 42%.

  • The beachfront setting offers a positive and memorable context for brand messaging.

• City Partnership and Revenue Impact:

  • Approved by the city council to support Huntington Beach’s Marine Safety Division.

  • Expected to generate over $1 million annually without affecting the beach’s aesthetic appeal.

• Exclusive Brand Visibility:

  • Sponsorships guarantee exclusive branding with no competing ads.

  • Ensures high visibility and a strong emotional connection with a diverse and valuable audience.

• Rio Media’s Expertise:

  • 24 years of experience in outdoor and experiential advertising.

  • Deep community roots and a local presence near Huntington Beach Pier.

  • Committed to responsible and effective management of the program.

The lifeguard tower sponsorship program by Rio Media offers brands a rare chance to connect deeply with beachgoers during their most enjoyable moments, while supporting the local community and enhancing visitor experience.

Clari today introduced Revenue Context™, the industry’s first comprehensive platform capabilities that integrate AI and human agents to collaborate across the entire enterprise revenue process. This innovation addresses the complexity of managing revenue at scale and helps businesses drive predictable growth.

• AI Partnership Gap in Sales:

  • Gartner reports sellers with strong AI skills are 3.7x more likely to meet quotas but represent only 7% of sellers, showing a need to simplify AI adoption across sales teams.

• The Challenge of Enterprise Revenue Management:

  • Enterprises struggle to maintain clear governance over revenue activities, leading to inefficiencies costing billions annually.

  • Revenue processes are complex with diverse teams, territories, products, and strategies moving simultaneously.

• Clari Revenue Context Explained:

  • A unified framework providing AI and agents full visibility into revenue wins and losses at every organizational level.

  • Powers predictive workflows, AI assistants, and automation to enhance collaboration and execution.

  • Supports CROs and CIOs in transforming revenue operations using data from Clari’s platform managing over $5 trillion in revenue.

• AI-Powered Revenue Assistants & Agents:

  • Clari Revenue Cadences: Repeatable workflows enforcing operational rigor for pipeline reviews, forecasts, and account meetings.

  • Clari Guide: An AI workspace delivering deal insights and next-best-action recommendations to empower sales reps.

  • Deal Inspection Agent: Continuously assesses deals for risks, coaching reps to improve conversion rates.

  • Trend Analysis Agent: Helps managers spot positive/negative deal trends and optimize pipeline health.

  • AI Revenue Assistants: Includes assistants for deal info retrieval, smart playbook tracking, email refinement, and task prioritization.

• Customer Success Stories:

  • BirchStreet Systems increased bookings 70% YoY with forecast accuracy within 3–4%.

  • Okta’s leadership relies on Clari for predictive insights, enabling confident field execution.

  • Checkout leverages Clari to identify revenue wins and optimize strategy with instant analytics.

Clari’s Revenue Context sets a new standard for enterprise revenue management by empowering teams with AI-driven insights and automation tailored to their unique workflows — driving consistent revenue growth and operational excellence.

The Software & Information Industry Association (SIIA) Media division announced the winners of the 71st Annual Jesse H. Neal Awards on May 16 at The Yale Club. The awards recognize exceptional achievement in business-to-business (B2B) journalism, honoring 63 winners across diverse categories.

Grand Neal Award Winner

• The prestigious Grand Neal Award went to “A scientific fraud. An investigation. A lab in recovery.”

• This investigative report was published in The Transmitter and authored by Callie McMurray with contributions from Brady Huggett.

• The award signifies the highest level of journalistic merit in the competition.

Leadership and Special Awards

• Patrick Boyle (Association of American Medical Colleges) was named the 2025 McAllister Editorial Fellow, a role supporting business media education at Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism.

• Jean Kumagai, Executive Editor of IEEE Spectrum, received the Marianne Dekker Mattera Mentor Award, honoring her leadership and mentorship legacy in editorial excellence.

• The 57th Annual G.D. Crain Jr. Award was presented to Lee Nichols of Gulf Energy Information for lifetime contributions to editorial excellence.

• James Nani, reporter at Bloomberg Law, was honored with the Timothy White Award for courageous investigative reporting on “A Star Bankruptcy Judge’s Downfall.”

Quote from SIIA Leadership

Chris Mohr, President of SIIA, remarked:
“These awards represent the pinnacle of editorial distinction within B2B journalism, showcasing the finest contributions across various industries. We congratulate all winners and thank our judges for their dedication.”

The Jesse H. Neal Awards continue to uphold the highest standards of B2B journalism, highlighting impactful stories and the dedication of journalists advancing business media integrity and insight.

BTS Group AB (publ) has been named to Selling Power’s Top Sales Training Companies 2025 list, affirming its leadership in sales enablement during a rapidly evolving business landscape marked by AI adoption, shifting buyer expectations, and margin pressures.

Driving Sales Performance in Disruption

Eduardo Emanzor, Principal at BTS, highlighted the company’s commitment to innovation:
“Over the past year, we’ve pushed the boundaries of what sales training can do—using AI, language analytics, and hybrid delivery to help teams improve performance at every stage of the customer journey. Our clients continue to inspire us to innovate and evolve.”

The Need for Modern Sales Training

Gerhard Gschwandtner, publisher and founder of Selling Power, emphasized the growing need for sales teams to evolve:
“As the economy enters a period of stock market ping pong and tariff turmoil—alongside continued AI disruption—sales organizations need more than playbooks. They need training that prepares sellers to think critically, adapt fast, and drive revenue growth.”

Evaluation and Client Praise

Selling Power evaluated companies based on training depth, innovation, AI integration, industry impact, and client satisfaction. BTS stood out for its combination of business acumen and behavioral insights, delivering immersive, customized learning experiences that drive measurable results.

Clients praised BTS’s approach:

• “Extremely effective. They accelerated our sales results by 10x.”

• “Our team left energized, empowered, and already seeing early wins.”

• “Not a cookie-cutter approach—everyone was engaged, including skeptics.”

• “The facilitator quickly earned trust and delivered content that was sharp, relevant, and practical.”

• “They met us where we were—and helped us move forward faster.”

Selling Power’s annual list remains a trusted resource for CROs and sales enablement leaders seeking partners that build sustainable sales capabilities. BTS Group AB’s inclusion underscores its role in helping organizations navigate disruption with innovative, effective sales training.

ResearchAndMarkets.com has added the comprehensive report “South Korea Social Commerce Market Intelligence and Future Growth Dynamics Databook – Q2 2025 Update”, delivering deep insights into the country’s fast-evolving social commerce landscape.

Market Size and Growth Projections

The South Korean social commerce market is projected to grow by 16.8% annually, reaching USD 24.72 billion in 2025. The sector has demonstrated robust growth with a CAGR of 19.5% between 2021-2024, and it is expected to sustain strong momentum with a forecast CAGR of 13.0% from 2025 through 2030. By 2030, the market is anticipated to nearly double its 2024 value to approximately USD 45.62 billion.

Trends Driving Market Expansion

Integration of E-commerce into Social Media Platforms
South Korea is witnessing a seamless blending of e-commerce features into popular social platforms. Apps like KakaoTalk now enable in-app shopping, while Naver Shopping integrates social sharing and product discussions, catering to tech-savvy consumers’ preference for convenience and interactive experiences.

Rise of Live Commerce
Live commerce, which merges live video streaming with real-time shopping, is rapidly gaining popularity. Platforms such as Naver Shopping Live provide retailers with dynamic channels to showcase products, interact with customers, and boost instant sales — fostering greater trust and engagement.

Dominance of Mobile Shopping
Mobile shopping accounts for nearly 73% of all online sales in South Korea, supported by widespread smartphone penetration and high-speed internet access. Retailers are investing heavily in mobile-optimized apps, AI-driven recommendations, and mobile payment solutions like Naver Pay and Kakao Pay to enhance user experience.

Competitive and Regulatory Landscape

The market’s competitive intensity is rising with dominant local players like Coupang and Naver expanding their social commerce offerings, while global entrants such as AliExpress and Temu intensify competition with attractive pricing and product ranges.

Simultaneously, regulatory oversight by the Korea Fair Trade Commission aims to ensure fair competition and transparency, compelling businesses to innovate responsibly while complying with evolving digital marketplace regulations.

Market Segmentation and Consumer Insights

The report covers detailed KPIs across multiple dimensions, including:

• Retail Product Categories: Clothing & Footwear, Beauty & Personal Care, Food & Grocery, Electronics, Home Improvement, Travel, and Hospitality

• Consumer Segments: B2B, B2C, C2C

• Device Usage: Mobile vs Desktop

• Geographical Spread: Domestic, Cross-border, Tier-1 to Tier-3 cities

• Payment Methods: Credit/Debit Cards, Bank Transfers, Digital & Mobile Wallets, Cash

• Platform Types: Video Commerce, Social Network-led Commerce, Social Reselling, Group Buying, Product Review Platforms

• Demographics & Behavior: Age, Income, Gender

Future Outlook

To thrive in South Korea’s rapidly evolving social commerce market, businesses must:

• Invest in mobile-first digital strategies and emerging technologies such as AR and AI-powered chatbots

• Leverage live commerce and integrated social shopping features to deepen customer engagement

• Navigate and comply with regulatory frameworks while maintaining competitive agility

• Forge strategic partnerships to expand reach and innovation capacity

With these strategies, companies can harness the projected growth and tap into the opportunities presented by South Korea’s dynamic social commerce ecosystem.

Mexico's social commerce market is experiencing rapid expansion, driven by strong consumer adoption, social media platform integration, and favorable regulatory conditions. This report explores key growth factors, major players, and future trends shaping Mexico’s social commerce sector through 2030.

Growth Drivers in Mexico’s Social Commerce

• Robust Market Growth

  • Social commerce expected to grow by 20.8% annually, reaching US$5.09 billion in 2025.

  • Achieved a CAGR of 26.2% from 2021 to 2024.

  • Forecasted CAGR of 15.6% during 2025-2030, reaching US$10.52 billion by 2030.

• High Consumer Adoption

  • 67% of Mexican online consumers reported social media purchases in 2022.

  • Smartphone penetration and internet connectivity enable seamless access to social commerce.

Dominant Platforms and Competitive Landscape

• Facebook’s Market Leadership

  • Over 90% of social commerce purchases occur on Facebook.

  • Marketplace and integrated shopping features enhance product discovery and transactions.

  • Advanced advertising tools and direct seller-consumer interactions boost engagement.

  • Expected to maintain dominance but faces rising competition from TikTok and Instagram.

• TikTok’s E-commerce Expansion

  • Rapid growth through integration of shopping with short-form video content.

  • Popular among younger consumers, leveraging influencers and live shopping events.

  • TikTok’s e-commerce role predicted to intensify competition in the next 2-4 years.

• Other Players and New Entrants

  • Instagram and local companies also increasing social commerce participation.

  • Market competition driving innovation and improved consumer experiences.

Regulatory Environment and Impact

• Government Stance and Platform Accessibility

  • Mexican government supports continued access to major platforms like TikTok.

  • This openness fosters a thriving digital economy and benefits SMEs.

• Recent Regulatory Changes

  • New consumer protection and data privacy laws enacted.

  • Shift of regulatory agency functions to executive branch raises transparency concerns.

  • Imposition of a 19% tax on imports from non-free-trade countries impacts Chinese retailers.

  • Potential benefits expected for Amazon and MercadoLibre by reducing foreign competition.

Future Outlook and Strategic Implications

• Personalization and Emerging Technologies

  • Increasing focus on personalized shopping experiences.

  • Adoption of augmented reality and influencer partnerships expected to grow.

• Innovation and Adaptation for Competitiveness

  • Platforms must innovate with AI-driven tools, live commerce, and seamless payments.

  • Businesses that adapt to regulatory shifts and consumer preferences will gain an edge.

Mexico's social commerce sector is on a strong growth trajectory, fueled by high platform adoption, technological innovation, and supportive government policies. Facebook’s dominance and TikTok’s rising influence shape a dynamic competitive environment. Businesses that prioritize personalization, embrace emerging technologies, and comply with evolving regulations will be well-positioned for success in this expanding market through 2030.