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FIGS to Outfit 250+ Team USA Healthcare Professionals at the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games

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Lunedì, Maggio 20, 2024

Beginning with this year’s Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris, FIGS will outfit the 250+ healthcare professionals supporting Team USA Olympic and Paralympic athletes, and will provide uniforms through the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

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  • Beginning with this year’s Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris, FIGS will outfit the 250+ healthcare professionals supporting Team USA Olympic and Paralympic athletes, and will provide uniforms through the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
  • “Which is why FIGS will continue supporting the Team USA Medical Team through the highly anticipated home games here in Los Angeles.”
    Driven by the pursuit to spotlight the selflessness and determination of healthcare professionals, FIGS’ support of the USOPC highlights the Team USA medical staff, who go above and beyond to care for elite athletes leading up to and during the Games.
  • The collaboration recognizes the team of healthcare professionals who support athletes in the pursuit of their personal best.
  • For healthcare professionals not in Paris, FIGS will host a celebratory Team USA event in New York City in July.

Guild Announces Historic Partnership with U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee and LA28 to Cultivate Long-Term Career Success and Earning Potential for Team USA Athletes

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Martedì, Aprile 16, 2024

Guild , the leader in opportunity creation for America’s workforce, today announced a historic partnership with the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) and the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

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  • Guild , the leader in opportunity creation for America’s workforce, today announced a historic partnership with the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) and the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
  • Guild will serve as an Official Education, Skilling & Career Mobility Provider of Team USA and LA28, providing a first-of-its-kind opportunity for Team USA athletes to receive education and career development opportunities with personalized one-on-one coaching to support athletes in building competitive careers alongside their athletic achievements.
  • Guild’s partnership delivers a more seamless transition from competition to long-term education and career planning, and Guild's tailored approach ensures Team USA athletes are set up for long-term success.
  • Team USA athletes who have met defined eligibility requirements as members of Team USA in the last 10 years can use Guild’s Career Opportunity Platform™ to access a learning marketplace of flexible, tuition-free education and skilling programs.

Josh Harris & David Blitzer Launch Unrivaled Sports And Take Significant, Strategic Investment From The Chernin Group

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Mercoledì, Marzo 27, 2024

NEW YORK, March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Josh Harris and David Blitzer announced today the formation of Unrivaled Sports, the new parent company for their growing portfolio of youth sports properties. As part of the announcement, The Chernin Group ("TCG"), a multi-stage investment firm dedicated to building consumer businesses, completed a significant strategic investment in Unrivaled Sports. Andy Campion, former Chief Operating Officer of Nike, Inc. and long-time Disney executive, has been named Unrivaled Sports' Chairman of the Board. Through its 12 owned and operated facilities, Unrivaled Sports welcomes more than 550,000 athletes and 1.1 million attendees annually.

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  • As part of the announcement, The Chernin Group ("TCG"), a multi-stage investment firm dedicated to building consumer businesses, completed a significant strategic investment in Unrivaled Sports.
  • Andy Campion, former Chief Operating Officer of Nike, Inc. and long-time Disney executive, has been named Unrivaled Sports' Chairman of the Board.
  • Through its 12 owned and operated facilities, Unrivaled Sports welcomes more than 550,000 athletes and 1.1 million attendees annually.
  • "Through Unrivaled Sports, we're not just investing in sports; we're investing in future generations by making sports more inclusive and accessible in communities across the nation," Harris said.

CTS EVENTIM - AXS and CTS EVENTIM Form Partnership to Provide Ticketing Services for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games

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Mercoledì, Marzo 13, 2024

LOS ANGELES/MUNICH (Feb. 21, 2024) – AXS, a leading company in sports and live entertainment ticketing, and CTS EVENTIM, a leading international provider of ticketing services and live entertainment, have been appointed the Official Ticketing Service Provider for the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

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  • LOS ANGELES/MUNICH (Feb. 21, 2024) – AXS, a leading company in sports and live entertainment ticketing, and CTS EVENTIM, a leading international provider of ticketing services and live entertainment, have been appointed the Official Ticketing Service Provider for the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
  • “AXS’ strong North American footprint and CTS EVENTIM’s track record of Games success will deliver a world class platform that will redefine ticketing for live sports events,” said LA28 Chairperson/President Casey Wasserman.
  • Dan Beckerman, President and CEO, AEG: “We are pleased that LA28 has selected our joint ticketing platform, AXS and CTS EVENTIM as the Official Ticketing Service Providers for the 2028 Summer Olympics and Paralympic Games.
  • The Olympic and Paralympic Games are the world’s premier sporting events, and today’s announcement reflects AXS’ long-standing commitment to provide the best sports and consumer ticketing experiences to the industry.

AXS and CTS EVENTIM Form Partnership to Provide Ticketing Services for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games

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Mercoledì, Febbraio 21, 2024

AXS, a leading company in sports and live entertainment ticketing, and CTS EVENTIM, a leading international provider of ticketing services and live entertainment, have been appointed the Official Ticketing Service Provider for the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

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  • AXS, a leading company in sports and live entertainment ticketing, and CTS EVENTIM, a leading international provider of ticketing services and live entertainment, have been appointed the Official Ticketing Service Provider for the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
  • Dan Beckerman, President and CEO, AEG: “We are pleased that LA28 has selected our joint ticketing platform, AXS and CTS EVENTIM as the Official Ticketing Service Providers for the 2028 Summer Olympics and Paralympic Games.
  • The LA28 Games will mark Los Angeles’ third time to host the Olympic Games, previously hosted in 1984 and 1932, and first time to host the Paralympic Games.
  • CTS EVENTIM is the number one provider of ticketing services in Europe and number two in the world.

UCLA Anderson Announces New Sports Leadership and Management Program

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Lunedì, Gennaio 8, 2024

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The UCLA Anderson School of Management today announced creation of the UCLA Sports Leadership and Management Program. It is designed to provide inspiration, education and access to graduate and undergraduate students, including student-athletes interested in pursuing careers in the global business of sports.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The UCLA Anderson School of Management today announced creation of the UCLA Sports Leadership and Management Program.
  • The UCLA Sports Leadership and Management Program will be housed in UCLA Anderson's prestigious Center for Media, Entertainment & Sports.
  • UCLA's legendary history of 121 NCAA championships and 270 Olympic medals positions UCLA Anderson to take sports business education to the next level.
  • The UCLA Sports Leadership and Management Program coursework, research and community initiatives are targeted to be offered to both graduates and undergraduates in spring 2024.

Ralph Lauren Reports Second Quarter Fiscal 2024 Results Ahead of Expectations

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Mercoledì, Novembre 8, 2023

In the second quarter of Fiscal 2024, revenue increased 3% to $1.6 billion on a reported basis and was up 2% in constant currency.

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  • In the second quarter of Fiscal 2024, revenue increased 3% to $1.6 billion on a reported basis and was up 2% in constant currency.
  • Operating income for the second quarter of Fiscal 2024 was $164 million and operating margin was 10.1% on a reported basis.
  • Net income in the second quarter of Fiscal 2024 was $147 million, or $2.19 per diluted share on a reported basis.
  • To access the conference call, listeners should dial in by 8:45 A.M. Eastern and request to be connected to the Ralph Lauren Second Quarter 2024 conference call.

Lacrosse to return to the Olympic Games in 2028

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Lunedì, Ottobre 16, 2023

MUMBAI, India, Oct. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- World Lacrosse’s decades-long vision to return the sport to the Olympic stage has been realized, with the International Olympic Committee approving lacrosse’s inclusion in the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.

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  • MUMBAI, India, Oct. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- World Lacrosse’s decades-long vision to return the sport to the Olympic stage has been realized, with the International Olympic Committee approving lacrosse’s inclusion in the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.
  • World Lacrosse President Sue Redfern said: “There is no greater designation than to be recognized as an Olympic sport.
  • Marc Riccio, USA Lacrosse CEO: “We are thrilled that the International Olympic Committee has voted to include lacrosse in the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles.
  • Having lacrosse be part of the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games is a monumental moment for our sport and the millions of athletes who play across the United States.

F+T Media Unveils an Exciting Lineup of Sports and Lifestyle Entertainment

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Sabato, Ottobre 14, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- F+T Media is on an ambitious journey to establish itself as a global leader in providing top-tier broadcast content, achieved by introducing a diverse array of entertainment and sports initiatives.

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  • Following its recent acquisition by the global media powerhouse, ADPI MEDIA Group Inc., this Los Angeles based company proudly announces a new partnership with some of the most prominent international figures in the entertainment industry.
  • This alliance not only reinforces F+T Media's significant presence in digital and print media but also marks a pivotal moment in its corporate evolution.
  • "As F+T Media transcends conventional boundaries to explore the extraordinary, we proudly reaffirm our position as the latest disruptor in the media industry," she declared.
  • "I am confident that our new lineup will resonate with entertainment enthusiasts of all generations."

Jessica Alba, Carla Vernón, Titi Cole and Tracey Brown to Headline The Global Conversation on Board Diversity™: Women Leaders Accelerating Boardroom Change

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Martedì, Ottobre 3, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On Nov. 14, 2023, 50/50 Women on Boards™ will present The Global Conversation on Board Diversity™, an annual broadcast designed to accelerate positive change in corporate boardrooms. This remarkable occasion will cap off a series of 20 in-person strategic networking sessions held across the globe, culminating in a one-hour virtual conversation with global women leaders.

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  • This remarkable occasion will cap off a series of 20 in-person strategic networking sessions held across the globe, culminating in a one-hour virtual conversation with global women leaders.
  • The virtual broadcast will feature a live interview with Jessica Alba, Founder, Chief Creative Officer, and Board Director of The Honest Company.
  • Through The Global Conversation on Board Diversity and our in-person city events, we empower women to pursue board service opportunities by building their networks."
  • This momentous occasion will mark the first gathering of all 50 women, celebrating 50/50 Women in Boards' inaugural list.