National Basketball Association

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. Announces Election of Arturo Nuñez to its Board of Directors

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

NEW ALBANY, Ohio, Nov. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (NYSE: ANF), a leading, global omni-channel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories, today announced the election of Arturo Nuñez to its Board of Directors, effective November 7, 2023.

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  • NEW ALBANY, Ohio, Nov. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (NYSE: ANF), a leading, global omni-channel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories, today announced the election of Arturo Nuñez to its Board of Directors, effective November 7, 2023.
  • Mr. Nuñez, 56, is the founder and CEO of AIE Creative, a firm providing meaningful and immersive brand strategies and marketing experiences.
  • Mr. Nuñez currently serves on the board of directors for The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.
    “We are pleased to welcome Arturo to Abercrombie & Fitch Co.’s Board of Directors.
  • “I’m excited to join Abercrombie & Fitch Co.’s Board of Directors,” said Nuñez.

More Than 30 Top Brands Announce Exclusive Holiday Offers for Last-Minute Shoppers in the Helping Professions with SheerID

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

SheerID is proud to partner with these organizations to reward these groups with special holiday offers.

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  • SheerID is proud to partner with these organizations to reward these groups with special holiday offers.
  • Teachers, students, medical professionals, first responders, military members, and more get access to unique deals from great brands and save money.
  • ASICS - First responders, military, and healthcare workers get 30% off qualifying full price items when they verify with SheerID.
  • VIVAIA - VIVAIA is proud to offer teachers, students, healthcare workers, first responders, and military an exclusive 20% off discount for this holiday season.

Franklin Sports Announces a Multi-Year Agreement with Pro Volleyball Federation, Naming the Franklin REAL Pro Volleyball the Exclusive Volleyball of the League

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

Franklin Sports , a leading manufacturer in the sporting goods industry, announced today a multi-year agreement with Pro Volleyball Federation , North America’s premier women’s professional volleyball league.

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  • Franklin Sports , a leading manufacturer in the sporting goods industry, announced today a multi-year agreement with Pro Volleyball Federation , North America’s premier women’s professional volleyball league.
  • As part of the partnership, Franklin’s newly designed REAL Pro Volleyball will become the exclusive volleyball of the League.
  • To that end, the Franklin REAL Pro Volleyball was designed for Pro Volleyball Federation to rival any other ball played in any other league in the world.
  • “We are incredibly excited to partner with Pro Volleyball Federation and to have Franklin’s REAL Pro Volleyball designated as the exclusive volleyball of the federation.

NBA AND FOOT LOCKER ANNOUNCE MULTIYEAR PARTNERSHIP

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

NEW YORK, Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Basketball Association (NBA) and Foot Locker, Inc. (NYSE: FL) today announced a multiyear partnership that makes the global footwear and apparel retailer an official league marketing partner in the U.S.

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  • Foot Locker also will receive media exposure across league platforms, including on-court virtual signage during national broadcasts and on league social media channels.
  • "We are thrilled to deepen our partnership with Foot Locker, a brand entrenched in basketball and pop culture," said Salvatore LaRocca, President of Global Partnerships, NBA.
  • Foot Locker celebrated the partnership at its Times Square location today, utilizing the store's 300 ft. digital screens to count down to the partnership launch, with more than 50 members of Foot Locker's Striper hype crew on site.
  • The NBA and Foot Locker have a longstanding tradition of celebrating the culture, passion, and excitement of the game, with a partnership history dating back to 1999.

Alsco Uniforms doubles down for second season with Philadelphia 76ers as the official sponsor of the Floor Crew

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Friday, November 10, 2023

SALT LAKE CITY, Nov. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Alsco Uniforms, the worldwide leader in providing laundry services for linen, uniforms and facility services to customers including restaurants, healthcare, automotive and industrial facilities, is proud to announce its return for a second season of its partnership with the Philadelphia 76ers of the National Basketball Association (NBA).

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  • "We're thrilled to be showcasing Alsco Uniforms to Philadelphia 76ers fans this upcoming season," said Ben Fox, vice president of sales and marketing of Alsco Uniforms.
  • "The Alsco Uniforms Floor Crew will be the keynote to our sponsorship and really emphasize to businesses why It Pays to Keep Clean™ with Alsco Uniforms."
  • As part of this partnership, Alsco Uniforms will be showcased on the Floor Crew shirts and pants and on the mop itself along with other in-arena advertising to help promote its brand and showcase to 76ers fans why It Pays to Keep Clean™ with Alsco Uniforms.
  • "Alsco has been an incredible partner of the Philadelphia 76ers, elevating our team on and off the court" said Owen Morin, 76ers Senior Vice President, Corporate Partnerships.

A-GAME Beverages Inc. Signs Tim Hardaway Sr. and Paul Laroche as Brand Ambassadors

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A-GAME Beverages Inc., maker of A-GAME, the ultimate hydration beverage, is pleased to announce five-time NBA All-Star, Tim Hardaway Sr. and performance expert, Paul Laroche have joined A-GAME as brand ambassadors.

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  • ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A-GAME Beverages Inc., maker of A-GAME, the ultimate hydration beverage, is pleased to announce five-time NBA All-Star, Tim Hardaway Sr. and performance expert, Paul Laroche have joined A-GAME as brand ambassadors.
  • As part of the partnership, Hardaway Sr. and Laroche will promote A-GAME leveraging their social following, community engagement, and involvement in the athletic community.
  • Tim Hardaway Sr. commented, "I am very happy and excited to be a part-of this unique hydration drink called A-GAME.
  • A-GAME, Hardaway Sr., and Laroche will come together to promote healthy lifestyles and active living to inspire others to be their best selves.

A-GAME Beverages Inc. Signs Tim Hardaway Sr. and Paul Laroche as Brand Ambassadors

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A-GAME Beverages Inc., maker of A-GAME, the ultimate hydration beverage, is pleased to announce five-time NBA All-Star, Tim Hardaway Sr. and performance expert, Paul Laroche have joined A-GAME as brand ambassadors.

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  • ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A-GAME Beverages Inc., maker of A-GAME, the ultimate hydration beverage, is pleased to announce five-time NBA All-Star, Tim Hardaway Sr. and performance expert, Paul Laroche have joined A-GAME as brand ambassadors.
  • As part of the partnership, Hardaway Sr. and Laroche will promote A-GAME leveraging their social following, community engagement, and involvement in the athletic community.
  • Tim Hardaway Sr. commented, "I am very happy and excited to be a part-of this unique hydration drink called A-GAME.
  • A-GAME, Hardaway Sr., and Laroche will come together to promote healthy lifestyles and active living to inspire others to be their best selves.

OMERS to invest US$400 Million for an indirect 5% stake in Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE)

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Monday, November 6, 2023

TORONTO, Nov. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OMERS, one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans, is acquiring a 5% indirect stake in Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (“MLSE”) for US$400 million (~C$546.8 million) through a 20% direct stake in Kilmer Sports Inc. (“KSI”), owned by MLSE Chair Larry Tanenbaum.

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  • TORONTO, Nov. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OMERS, one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans, is acquiring a 5% indirect stake in Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (“MLSE”) for US$400 million (~C$546.8 million) through a 20% direct stake in Kilmer Sports Inc. (“KSI”), owned by MLSE Chair Larry Tanenbaum.
  • “Now with this investment by OMERS, I’m thrilled to be sharing this public trust with over 600,000 hard-working Ontarians.
  • In 1998, Tanenbaum was instrumental in the formation of MLSE, the pre-eminent leader in delivering top quality sports and entertainment experiences.
  • OMERS will be a financial investor and will not participate in operational decisions of MLSE or any of its teams.

IQVIA’s Christina Mack Named 2023 PharmaVoice 100 Honoree

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Monday, November 6, 2023

IQVIA™ (NYSE:IQV), a global provider of data, analytics, technology solutions and services to the life sciences industry, announced that Dr. Christina Mack, chief scientific officer, has been named to the 2023 PharmaVoice 100 list.

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  • IQVIA™ (NYSE:IQV), a global provider of data, analytics, technology solutions and services to the life sciences industry, announced that Dr. Christina Mack, chief scientific officer, has been named to the 2023 PharmaVoice 100 list.
  • Christina Mack and her fellow honorees inspire advancements by guiding their teams, supporting their patients, and propelling their organizations’ missions forward.
  • We are excited to recognize their contributions through this annual list,” said Meagan Parrish, lead editor of PharmaVoice.
  • The work we do together is pushing new boundaries in science and technology to improve population health and patient outcomes,” said Dr. Mack.

Tom Axon Files Federal Appeal in Case Against Puerto Rican Winter Baseball League and Its Teams

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Friday, November 3, 2023

Prior to this alleged civil conspiracy, Axon and his businesses were the owner-operators of the Cangrejeros baseball team and sought to restore the franchise’s success by increasing investment and competition in the League.

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  • Prior to this alleged civil conspiracy, Axon and his businesses were the owner-operators of the Cangrejeros baseball team and sought to restore the franchise’s success by increasing investment and competition in the League.
  • Axon originally filed his antitrust, civil rights, and tort claims in the U.S. District Court for the District of Puerto Rico in July 2022.
  • Axon’s appeal contends that the district court’s “unprecedented expansion” of the “aberrational exemption” announced by the Supreme Court in 1922 requires reversal.
  • Our clients remain undeterred in their quest to bring positive change to the Puerto Rico Winter Baseball League.