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百度前副总裁璩静开医美诊所,选址华为总部旁
阿尔法工场研究院· 2025-07-03 11:16
导语:许多前来就诊的客户是华为员工或周边企业白领。"从公司出来顺路体验,价格确实 贵,但效果比小区美容院强多了。 2025年6月24日,深圳华为坂田基地附近的一家医美诊所悄然开业。诊所名叫"深圳大为诊所",主 营黄金微针、冰点脱毛、水光注射等项目,大众点评显示人均消费2218元。 更令人关注的是,这家诊所的法定代表人和唯一股东,是百度前副总裁璩静——一位曾在2024年因 短视频争议引发全网热议的"职场话题人物"。 而这次选址华为总部旁的诊所,或许是她试图重新定义自己的开始。 以下文章来源于科技消费那些事 ,作者米川2024 科技消费那些事 . 关注科技消费行业的小八卦、大新闻~ 作者 | 米川 来源 | 科技消费那些事 值得注意的是,诊所的运营模式也透露出她的谨慎。尽管她是法定代表人,但工作人员表示"老板 在北京,团队未直接接触"。这种"幕后操盘"的姿态,既规避了公众关注,也留出了更多试错空间。 光环与争议并存的职业轨迹 医美诊所:高端定位与精准选址 深圳大为诊所的成立时间是2024年12月23日,但公众号显示直到2025年6月24日才正式对外营业。 尽管成立时间早,但它的开业并未引发太大波澜,直到大众点评上 ...
SBC Medical Appoints New Chief Marketing Officer to Enhance Marketing Infrastructure and Strengthen Brand Power
GlobeNewswire· 2025-07-01 12:00
IRVINE, Calif., July 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SBC Medical Group Holdings Incorporated (Nasdaq: SBC) ("SBC Medical"), a global franchise and provider of services for aesthetic clinics, is pleased to announce the appointment of Shinya Inoue as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), effective July 1, 2025. As CMO of SBC Medical, Mr. Inoue will lead efforts to enhance the brand value of the group's portfolio, including Shonan Beauty Clinic, one of Japan's largest aesthetic medical brands. He will also spearhead the ...
So-Young Announces Extension of Plan to Implement ADS Ratio Change
Prnewswire· 2025-06-20 09:00
Core Viewpoint - So-Young International Inc. is postponing the effective date for the planned change in the American depositary shares (ADS) ratio, which was initially set for June 30, 2025 [2][3]. Group 1: ADS Ratio Change - The company intends to change the ADS ratio from thirteen ADSs representing ten Class A ordinary shares to one ADS representing fifteen Class A ordinary shares [2]. - The decision to delay the ADS ratio change is due to the need for additional time to finalize preparations [2]. - An updated timeline for the ADS ratio change will be announced in the future [2]. Group 2: Impact on ADS Holders - The ADS ratio change will function similarly to a proportional reverse ADS split, with no changes to the Class A ordinary shares [3]. - ADS holders will not need to take any action; the exchange of old ADSs for new ADSs will occur automatically [3]. - Fractional new ADSs will not be issued; instead, fractional entitlements will be aggregated and sold, with net cash proceeds distributed to ADS holders [3]. Group 3: Price Expectations - Following the ADS ratio change, the ADS price is expected to increase proportionally, although there is no assurance that the post-change price will match or exceed the proportional price based on the pre-change price [4]. Group 4: Company Overview - So-Young International Inc. is a leading aesthetic treatment platform in China, connecting consumers with online services and offline treatments [5]. - The company offers access to aesthetic treatments through its online platform and branded aesthetic centers, providing curated treatment information and facilitating online reservations [5]. - With strong brand recognition and an efficient supply chain, So-Young is positioned for long-term growth in the medical aesthetic value chain [5].
Venus Concept Announces Definitive Agreement to Sell Venus Hair Business for $20 Million
GlobeNewswire News Room· 2025-06-06 11:30
Core Viewpoint - Venus Concept Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its Venus Hair business to MHG Co. Ltd for $20 million in cash, which is expected to enhance the company's financial condition and support strategic growth initiatives [1][2][3] Group 1: Transaction Details - The transaction is valued at $20 million, subject to customary working capital adjustments [1] - The sale includes the portfolio of hair restoration and hair transplant technologies, related equipment, services, and intellectual property, specifically for ARTAS and NeoGraft [2][3] - The transaction is anticipated to close in the third quarter of 2025, pending certain closing conditions [3] Group 2: Financial Impact - The revenue from the sale of ARTAS and NeoGraft systems, procedure kits, and warranty revenue was approximately $12.5 million in fiscal year 2024 [3] - Cash used in operations related to the hair restoration and transplant businesses totaled approximately $6.7 million in fiscal year 2024 [3] Group 3: Strategic Rationale - The CEO of Venus Concept stated that the transaction allows the company to focus on its global medical aesthetics business, which is expected to improve revenue growth and lower operating expenses [2] - Meta Healthcare Group aims to leverage the acquired technologies to expand its hair loss-related business areas and enhance R&D and manufacturing capabilities [2][5]
Longevity Health Holdings, Inc. Announces Reverse Stock Split
Globenewswire· 2025-05-12 12:00
PITTSBURGH, May 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Longevity Health Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: XAGE) (“Longevity” or the “Company”), a bio-aesthetics company focused on longevity and healthy aging, today announced that it has resolved to effect a reverse stock split of the Company’s common stock and has determined the ratio to be 1-for-30. The Company’s stockholders approved the reverse stock split and granted the Longevity board of directors the authority to determine the exact split ratio and when to proceed with ...
InMode(INMD) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-04-28 21:07
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - InMode generated total revenue of $77.9 million in Q1 2025, a decrease of 3% compared to Q1 2024 [8] - GAAP gross margin was 78% in Q1 2025, down from 80% in Q1 2024 [8] - Non-GAAP diluted earnings per share were $0.31, compared to $0.32 in Q1 2024 [12] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Minimally invasive platforms accounted for 87% of total revenues in Q1 2025 [9] - Sales and marketing expenses decreased slightly to $39.7 million in Q1 2025 from $39.8 million in the same period last year [11] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - International sales accounted for $38 million or 49% of total sales, a 1% increase compared to Q1 2024 [10] - Europe was the largest revenue contributor from outside the U.S., achieving record sales [10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to unveil a new platform for the wellness market later in 2025, aiming to diversify its product offerings [6] - InMode remains committed to maintaining its workforce and not cutting costs, believing this will position the company to lead when market conditions improve [5] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted ongoing macroeconomic uncertainty and soft consumer demand affecting the medical aesthetic market [4] - The company anticipates a potential reduction in operating margins by 4% to 5% due to market pressures and U.S. tariffs [13] Other Important Information - InMode completed a share repurchase program, buying back 6.95 million shares for $127 million, returning over $412 million to shareholders in the past year [7] - The company has a strong balance sheet with cash and equivalents totaling $512.9 million as of March 31, 2025 [12] Q&A Session Summary Question: Follow-up on product mix dynamics - Management indicated that the slowdown began in mid-2023 due to rising interest rates and decreased consumer confidence, impacting capital equipment purchases [19] Question: Guidance for Q2 and market recovery - Management expressed optimism for Q2 but noted that if results do not improve significantly, guidance may need to be lowered [30] Question: Impact of tariffs on gross margins - Management explained that current tariffs could impact gross margins by approximately 2% to 3% if they remain at 10% [56] Question: Updates on operating expenses - Management confirmed that they plan to maintain investments in sales and marketing despite macro challenges [63] Question: Pricing strategy in the current market - Management decided against raising prices due to the current market conditions, emphasizing the importance of maintaining competitiveness [70] Question: Performance in Europe compared to the U.S. - Management noted that Europe performed better in Q1 2025, attributed to management changes and pricing strategies [83]
InMode(INMD) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-04-28 12:30
InMode (INMD) Q1 2025 Earnings Call April 28, 2025 08:30 AM ET Company Participants Miri Segal - Founder & CEOMoshe Mizrahy - Chairman and Chief Executive OfficerYair Malca - CFOMatt Taylor - Managing DirectorCaitlin Cronin - DirectorSam Eiber - Vice President - Equity ResearchDane Reinhardt - Senior Equity Research Associate Conference Call Participants Matt Miksic - Equity Research AnalystDanielle Antalffy - AnalystMike Matson - Senior Equity Research Analyst Operator Good day and welcome to InMode's Firs ...