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SKI Partners Launches Global Advisory Firm at Middle East Sports Investment Forum

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onsdag, juni 5, 2024
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SKI Partners’ anticipated growth into additional geographic areas was not disclosed but is expected across new MENA markets and the African continent.

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  • SKI Partners’ anticipated growth into additional geographic areas was not disclosed but is expected across new MENA markets and the African continent.
  • SKI Partners’ management team is guided and advised by its Advisory Board, a world-class gathering of experienced executives, investors, and entrepreneurs from the sports, media, real estate, investment management, and entertainment industries.
  • SKI Partners’ Advisory Board members represent a diverse and distinguished set of perspectives providing enhanced operational capabilities, deep intellectual resources, and substantial value to both the captive capital/investment and commercial rights elements of the SKI Partners model.
  • David Falk, chairman of SKI Partners’ Advisory Board, “I am pleased to announce my appointment as chairman of SKI’s Advisory Board.

THE CORDISH COMPANIES UNVEILS DETAILS FOR ITS LATEST LIVE! DESTINATION - LIVE! AT THE POINTE ORLANDO - OPENING THIS FALL IN ORLANDO, FLORIDA

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tisdag, april 30, 2024
Beer, Partnership, VIP, Battery, Comcast Spectacor, Food, Crush, Veteran, Busch Stadium, PBR, Second Avenue, EVP, Live, Atlanta Braves, The Battery Atlanta, International Drive, Orange County Convention Center, Name, Texas Rangers, Heart, Vivo, Military personnel, Truist Park, Professional Bull Riders, The Cordish Companies, Social, Brixmor Property Group, Hard Rock Cafe, SHARK, Power, Tourism, OUR, Principal, Atlanta, Xfinity Live! Philadelphia, Freedom Friday, Interest, Nightclub

ORLANDO, Fla., April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Cordish Companies announced today that their 73,000-square-foot dining and entertainment destination at Pointe Orlando will take on the Company's nationally acclaimed Live! hospitality and entertainment brand. LIVE! AT THE POINTE ORLANDO will bring an unmatched food and beverage, social, nightlife and special event experience to Orlando's tourism corridor when it opens this fall, creating a unique block party atmosphere for locals and tourists alike. Located on International Drive, Live! at The Pointe Orlando will be just a short drive from Orlando, Florida's major theme parks and across the street from the Orange County Convention Center. The Company also announced two new venues today for the project – HOUNDSMEN ENGLISH LOUNGE and SHARK BAR – joining previously announced anchor concepts SPORTS & SOCIAL and PBR COWBOY BAR. A major announcement of an additional two-level anchor concept will be happening within the next few weeks. Renderings can be downloaded here.

Key Points: 
  • LIVE!
  • at The Pointe Orlando will be just a short drive from Orlando, Florida's major theme parks and across the street from the Orange County Convention Center.
  • "We are proud to continue working with Brixmor Property Group to bring a world-class experience to Pointe Orlando.
  • at The Pointe Orlando will offer options for small- and large-scale gatherings that can accommodate guest counts from 10 to over 4,000 people.

F2 Strategy Appoints Jay Halbert as Chief Financial Officer

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tisdag, april 16, 2024
Software, Technology, Professional Services, Finance, CFO, Marketing, Growth, Comcast Spectacor, F2, Medarex, Record, Connective tissue, Acquisition, Consultant, Management

F2 Strategy , a leading wealth management technology services company, today announces the hiring of Jay Halbert to the newly created chief financial officer (CFO) position.

Key Points: 
  • F2 Strategy , a leading wealth management technology services company, today announces the hiring of Jay Halbert to the newly created chief financial officer (CFO) position.
  • Halbert will assume a pivotal role in overseeing the entirety of the rapidly growing company’s financial operations, including accounting; financial reporting, planning and analysis; and budgeting and banking relationships.
  • His extensive and diverse background renders him a significant asset to F2 Strategy as it diversifies its services within the financial services industry, particularly with its latest foray into marketing consulting.
  • Jay's wealth of experience and demonstrated success make him an ideal fit for this crucial role as we continue to drive F2 Strategy forward."

Fobi AI Chosen To Participate in the 2024 Comcast NBCUniversal SportsTech Accelerator Program

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torsdag, februari 22, 2024
Arnold Palmer, Social media, Senior, Motion, USA Cycling, Woman, Swimming, Sky Sports, AI, NASCAR, Universal Pictures, Traction, Conditional sentence, News, Sleep, Comcast Spectacor, Mentorship, NBC Sports, Collegiate summer baseball, Sport, Immersion, NBC, U.S. Ski & Snowboard, Aircraft, Organization, PGA, Automation, Machine learning, Comcast, Esports, Digital media, Universal Studios Florida

VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- February 22, 2024, Fobi AI Inc. (FOBI:TSXV) (FOBIF:OTCQB) (the "Company" or "Fobi"), an industry leader in harnessing AI and data intelligence to enable digital transformation, is pleased to announce that Fobi has been selected among nine other companies from over 1,500 applicants across 52 countries for this year’s sports tech accelerator program.

Key Points: 
  • Fobi selected among nine other companies from over 1,500 applicants across 52 countries for this year's sports tech accelerator program.
  • VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- February 22, 2024, Fobi AI Inc. (FOBI:TSXV) (FOBIF:OTCQB) (the "Company" or "Fobi"), an industry leader in harnessing AI and data intelligence to enable digital transformation, is pleased to announce that Fobi has been selected among nine other companies from over 1,500 applicants across 52 countries for this year’s sports tech accelerator program.
  • Since the first class in 2021, SportsTech alumni have achieved 132 pilots, partnerships, and commercial deals with consortium partners
    PHILADELPHIA, February 22, 2024 —Today, 10 companies were accepted into the fourth class of the Comcast NBCUniversal SportsTech Accelerator , powered by Boomtown.
  • Fobi AI uses automation, AI, and real-time data intelligence to enhance global customer engagement, personalization, and activation.

SeatGeek Announces Next Fan Up Product Release Ahead of MLB Season

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måndag, februari 26, 2024
Apps, Applications, Technology, Baseball, Sports, General Sports, Entertainment, Electronic Commerce, Events, Concerts, Retail, Online Retail, Senior, SeatGeek, Multimedia, MLS, NASCAR, NBA, NHL, Golf, Food, Human, Philadelphia Phillies, MLB, NFL, Comcast Spectacor, Partnership, Online shopping

In anticipation of the MLB season, SeatGeek is introducing Next Fan Up , its new product release that reimagines the ticket-selling experience.

Key Points: 
  • In anticipation of the MLB season, SeatGeek is introducing Next Fan Up , its new product release that reimagines the ticket-selling experience.
  • (Graphic: Business Wire)
    A fall 2023 SeatGeek survey of season ticket members found that 45% were concerned about having paid for games they wouldn’t be able to attend.
  • “Our goal for Next Fan Up is to make the ticket-selling experience easier,” said Russ D'Souza, co-founder of SeatGeek.
  • “Working with SeatGeek has opened up new avenues for us to enhance the fan experience, and fan selling is a part of that.

Ten Companies Secure Spot in 2024 Class of the Comcast NBCUniversal SportsTech Accelerator

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torsdag, februari 22, 2024
Technology, Other Sports, Sports, General Sports, Entertainment, Other Technology, Professional Services, Mobile Entertainment, Start-Up, General Entertainment, Arnold Palmer, Social media, Senior, Motion, USA Cycling, Woman, Swimming, Sky Sports, AI, NASCAR, Universal Pictures, Traction, Conditional sentence, News, Sleep, Comcast Spectacor, Mentorship, NBC Sports, Collegiate summer baseball, Sport, Immersion, NBC, U.S. Ski & Snowboard, Organization, Aircraft, PGA, Automation, Machine learning, Comcast, Esports, Digital media, Universal Studios Florida

Today, 10 companies were accepted into the fourth class of the Comcast NBCUniversal SportsTech Accelerator , powered by Boomtown.

Key Points: 
  • Today, 10 companies were accepted into the fourth class of the Comcast NBCUniversal SportsTech Accelerator , powered by Boomtown.
  • The exciting opportunities and impactful outcomes of the SportsTech program have continued to fuel interest and demand with more than 1,500 applicants for this year’s class, from across 52 countries.
  • Since the first class in 2021, SportsTech alumni have achieved 132 pilots, partnerships, and commercial deals with consortium partners.
  • Comcast NBCUniversal SportsTech Class of 2024 includes:
    Aquimo drives value to brands, sports teams, and media through massive multiplayer mobile skill-sports games that integrate the motion of users’ phones and let millions play on any TV or live-stream broadcast – with no download required.

The Philadelphia Flyers Announce Partnership with Holman

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måndag, oktober 30, 2023
Shift, Charitable organization, Female, Philadelphia Flyers, Hockey, Senior ice hockey, Gritty, National Hockey League, Philadelphia Flyers Junior Hockey Club, NHLPA, National Hockey League Players' Association, Flyer, Ice, Mentorship, Partnership, Next Generation, Partner, Learning through play, Comcast Spectacor, Woman, NHL, Philadelphia, Cancer, Airline, Management

PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, the Philadelphia Flyers announced that Holman, one of the largest integrated automotive service companies in North America, has signed on as an Official Partner of the Philadelphia Flyers. The deal makes Holman the presenting sponsor on two of the team's major community initiatives: Flyers Learn to Play and Next Shift: Mentoring the Next Generation of Female Leaders. The company also sponsored the Gritty Lead Car at the recent Gritty 5K on Saturday, October 21.

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  • Holman welcomed as presenting sponsor of Flyers Community initiatives including "Learn to Play" and "Next Shift" programs; the company also sponsored the lead car at the Gritty 5K
    PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, the Philadelphia Flyers announced that Holman, one of the largest integrated automotive service companies in North America, has signed on as an Official Partner of the Philadelphia Flyers.
  • The deal makes Holman the presenting sponsor on two of the team's major community initiatives: Flyers Learn to Play and Next Shift: Mentoring the Next Generation of Female Leaders.
  • "Our entire company is incredibly excited to partner with the Philadelphia Flyers, an iconic organization that truly embodies the essence of the region we both proudly call home."
  • "Similar to Holman, the Philadelphia Flyers have long been renowned for their unwavering commitment to the local community.

LEARFIELD Announces Closing of Recapitalization Transaction and Equity Investment, Positioning the Company for Continued Growth

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onsdag, september 13, 2023
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LEARFIELD (or the “Company”), a leading media and technology company powering college athletics, today announced that it has closed on a comprehensive deleveraging transaction with its lenders and equity partners.

Key Points: 
  • LEARFIELD (or the “Company”), a leading media and technology company powering college athletics, today announced that it has closed on a comprehensive deleveraging transaction with its lenders and equity partners.
  • The Company’s prior equity holders will retain an equity stake in the Company.
  • We’re just getting started.”
    This transaction is the latest transformative initiative implemented by the Company to evolve media and technology in college athletics and position partners for growth.
  • Latham & Watkins LLP and Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP served as legal advisors to certain of the Company’s current equity holders.

Comcast NBCUniversal SportsTech Welcomes the Premier League to its Partner Consortium

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onsdag, juni 28, 2023
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Comcast NBCUniversal announced today the Premier League, the organizing body of the English Premier League football competition, has joined the partner consortium for the Comcast NBCUniversal SportsTech Accelerator, powered by Boomtown, as strategic advisors to the startups selected for the annual program, which is currently midway through its third cohort.

Key Points: 
  • Comcast NBCUniversal announced today the Premier League, the organizing body of the English Premier League football competition, has joined the partner consortium for the Comcast NBCUniversal SportsTech Accelerator, powered by Boomtown, as strategic advisors to the startups selected for the annual program, which is currently midway through its third cohort.
  • “The Premier League, with its expansive footprint, global fanbase, and incredible leadership will be a wonderful asset to our startups and their experience in the program.
  • Startups participating in Comcast NBCUniversal SportsTech also benefit from an ongoing relationship with the program and its partners.
  • The startups selected for the fourth Comcast NBCUniversal SportsTech class will be announced in February 2024.

Driving Success: SeatGeek Signs ‘Major’ Deal with PGA of America as Official Ticketing Supplier

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onsdag, juni 21, 2023
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SeatGeek , the high-growth technology platform transforming the live event experience for fans, teams and venues, today announced an exclusive partnership with the PGA of America.

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  • SeatGeek , the high-growth technology platform transforming the live event experience for fans, teams and venues, today announced an exclusive partnership with the PGA of America.
  • With this deal, SeatGeek becomes the organization’s Official Ticketing Supplier for its premiere championship events, including the PGA Championship, KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship, and the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship, as well as the 2025 Ryder Cup.
  • As part of the deal, PGA of America will have access to SeatGeek’s cutting-edge back-end technology, Unify.
  • “PGA of America has always been a catalyst for change within golf,” said Jeff Ianello, Head of Sales, North America & Executive Vice President at SeatGeek.