Ziegler, a specialty investment bank, is pleased to announce
that Jimmy Zollo, Co-founder and CEO
of Joe & Bella, an adaptive-apparel startup that's
revolutionizing the industry, was recently honored with the 2024
John Hopper Impact Award.
CHICAGO, June 27,
2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ziegler, a specialty
investment bank, is pleased to announce that Jimmy Zollo, Co-founder and CEO of Joe &
Bella, an adaptive-apparel startup that's revolutionizing the
industry, was recently honored with the 2024 John Hopper Impact
Award.
In his acceptance speech, Mr. Zollo
emphasized the critical role of innovation in the space and
expressed his gratitude for the recognition and support. "I'm
humbled by being honored with this recognition and inspired by
John Hopper's legacy.
"Jimmy's dedication to improving the lives of seniors through
innovative solutions and his unwavering commitment to excellence
truly embodies the spirit of this award," stated Mary Furlong, CEO of Mary Furlong & Associates, whose
organization hosts the annual summit. "Joe & Bella's mission is
to create the world's finest adaptive apparel, ensuring everyone
can wear the style and quality of clothing they love, regardless of
any physical or cognitive changes," she added.
The John Hopper Impact Award recognizes an exceptional
entrepreneur or first-time fund manager who has introduced an
innovative solution, technology, or fund thesis focused on
enhancing the independence, quality, and affordability of care for
the aging population.
"John Hopper was a true
innovator; he established one of the first funds to invest in
age-tech solutions and supported its portfolio company
entrepreneurs," stated Katie
Schmitz, Managing Partner of the Ziegler Link•age Funds.
"John dedicated himself to driving innovation while inspiring
growth in people, teams, and relationships. His significant
influence, impact, and contributions to those he collaborated with
will never be forgotten."
"What Jimmy and his team at Joe & Bella are building mirrors
John's values and passions," Ms. Schmitz added. "In only three
years, Joe & Bella has grown to be a leader in the space
through an empathetic and research-based understanding of the
older-adult audience. We're looking forward to partnering with them
in an advisory role and helping them strategically scale the
business so they can serve more people whose daily lives can be
made easier and more dignified through Joe & Bella's
products."
In his acceptance speech, Mr. Zollo emphasized the critical role
of innovation in the space and expressed his gratitude for the
recognition and support. "I'm humbled by being honored with this
recognition and inspired by John
Hopper's legacy. We have an opportunity to improve the lives
of so many older adults and those who care for them and that's what
motivates our team every day."
For More Information:
Ben Graham, VP Marketing
ben@joeandbella.com
About Ziegler:
Ziegler is a privately held investment bank, capital markets, and
proprietary investments firm. Specializing in the healthcare,
senior living and education sectors, as well as general municipal
and structured finance, enables Ziegler to generate a positive
impact on the clients and communities it serves. Headquartered in
Chicago with regional and branch
offices throughout the United
States, Ziegler provides its clients with capital raising,
strategic advisory services, equity and fixed income sales &
trading and research. To learn more, visit
http://www.ziegler.com.
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statements made pursuant to the provisions of the Private
Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. This client's experience
may not be representative of the experience of other clients, nor
is it indicative of future performance or success. The
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uncertainties, in particular, the overall financial health of the
securities industry, the strength of the healthcare sector of the
U.S. economy and the municipal securities marketplace, the ability
of the Company to underwrite and distribute securities, the market
value of mutual fund portfolios and separate account portfolios
advised by the Company, the volume of sales by its retail brokers,
the outcome of pending litigation, and the ability to attract and
retain qualified employees.
Media Contact
Christine
McCarty, Ziegler, 3125961617, cmccarty@ziegler.com,
www.ziegler.com
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