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Ultimate Medical Academy Announces Andy Rhodes as Chief Information Officer

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Friday, March 3, 2023
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Tampa, Florida, March 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ultimate Medical Academy, a non-profit higher education institution with the mission of equipping and empowering students to excel in healthcare careers, is announcing the addition of Andy Rhodes as Chief Information Officer.

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  • Tampa, Florida, March 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ultimate Medical Academy, a non-profit higher education institution with the mission of equipping and empowering students to excel in healthcare careers, is announcing the addition of Andy Rhodes as Chief Information Officer.
  • “Additionally, UMA has also adopted a hybrid work model, with team members in different parts of the country.
  • “I am excited about joining Ultimate Medical Academy and finding new ways to further the great work of putting the healthcare workers of tomorrow in a position to succeed,” Rhodes said.
  • Ultimate Medical Academy (UMA) is an accredited, nonprofit educational institution that helps to meet that need by equipping and empowering learners to do vital work at the heart of healthcare.

Super League to Present at IAB PlayFronts

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Thursday, March 2, 2023
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SANTA MONICA, Calif. , March 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Super League (Nasdaq: SLGG), a global leader in building immersive entertainment experiences, will be presenting at this year’s IAB PlayFronts , the popular gaming industry marketplace, produced by the Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB).

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  • SANTA MONICA, Calif. , March 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Super League (Nasdaq: SLGG), a global leader in building immersive entertainment experiences, will be presenting at this year’s IAB PlayFronts , the popular gaming industry marketplace, produced by the Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB).
  • Here, Super League will share how today’s consumers are actively choosing to gather, socialize, create, shop, learn, and play within these environments.
  • “We are excited to return to this gathering of forward-thinking and innovative brand and marketing leaders,” said Ann Hand, CEO and Chair of Super League.
  • Which means advertisers can no longer afford to stand on the sidelines waiting to engage,” said Zach Hahn, SVP Partnerships for Super League.

American Girl Takes Fans Back to the Nostalgic ’90s With First-Ever Twin Characters Isabel™ and Nicki™

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Wednesday, February 22, 2023
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These fraternal twins join the brand’s long line of historical characters that feature inspiring role models from pivotal eras in American history.

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  • These fraternal twins join the brand’s long line of historical characters that feature inspiring role models from pivotal eras in American history.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230222005364/en/
    American Girl announces its first-ever set of twin characters from the 1990s—Isabel and Nicki Hoffman.
  • “Jennifer and I are both longtime fans of American Girl, which makes our work on this project even more thrilling,” says DeVillers.
  • Her skater-style accessories include a baseball hat with faux American Girl Grin Pins attached, black sunglasses, ribbon necklace, and messenger bag.

Habitat LA‘s 2023 Los Angeles Builders Ball® Brought To Life With Special Performance By Grammy Award-winner Andra Day

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Wednesday, February 15, 2023
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The Builders Ball, Habitat LA’s largest annual fundraiser, will be held on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at iconic landmark The Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, California.

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  • The Builders Ball, Habitat LA’s largest annual fundraiser, will be held on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at iconic landmark The Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, California.
  • Proceeds from the event support Habitat LA’s commitment to build homes, communities and hope.
  • “We are honored and humbled to be recognized by Habitat LA as their 2023 Dream Builder,” said Drew Scott.
  • This spirit is embodied in the dazzling talent of Grammy Award-winner, Andra Day, who serves as the featured performer at the 2023 Los Angeles Builders Ball.

Mattel Announces 2023 Virtual Investor Presentation

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Thursday, February 16, 2023
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Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) today announced that it will host a Virtual Investor Presentation to provide a strategic business update and its plans for 2023.

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  • Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) today announced that it will host a Virtual Investor Presentation to provide a strategic business update and its plans for 2023.
  • The event will be webcast on Wednesday, March 8, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Standard Time.
  • The presentation by management will be webcast on Mattel's Investor Relations website, https://investors.mattel.com .
  • To view the presentation, log onto the website at least 15 minutes early to register, download, and install any necessary software.

Mattel Announces Barney Franchise Relaunch

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Monday, February 13, 2023
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Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) announced today its relaunch of the iconic Barney franchise.

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  • Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) announced today its relaunch of the iconic Barney franchise.
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    Mattel will relaunch Barney to a new generation with a brand-new animated series, set to debut globally in 2024.
  • Mattel’s Barney relaunch is emblematic of the company’s strategy to mine the incredible depth and breadth of its IP portfolio to relaunch heritage franchises.
  • We think that parents, many of whom will fondly remember the original Barney from their own childhoods, will love the show, too.”
    Fans can stay up to date with the latest announcements related to Barney by following @Mattel on Facebook and Instagram.

Alliance Entertainment Completes Business Combination with Adara Acquisition Corp.

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Friday, February 10, 2023
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Alliance Entertainment Holding Corporation ("Alliance Entertainment"), a distributor and wholesaler of the world’s largest in stock selection of music, movies, video games, electronics, arcades, and collectibles, and Adara Acquisition Corp. (“Adara”) (NYSE American: ADRA, ADRA.U, ADRA.WS), a special purpose acquisition corporation, have completed the previously announced business combination which was approved at an Extraordinary General Meeting of Adara’s shareholders on January 18, 2023.

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  • Alliance Entertainment Holding Corporation ("Alliance Entertainment"), a distributor and wholesaler of the world’s largest in stock selection of music, movies, video games, electronics, arcades, and collectibles, and Adara Acquisition Corp. (“Adara”) (NYSE American: ADRA, ADRA.U, ADRA.WS), a special purpose acquisition corporation, have completed the previously announced business combination which was approved at an Extraordinary General Meeting of Adara’s shareholders on January 18, 2023.
  • The board of Alliance Entertainment would like to thank the team at Adara and its group of investors for the successful completion of the business combination.”
    Tom Finke, CEO & Chairman of Adara Acquisition Corp., commented, “We congratulate Alliance Entertainment on today’s accomplishment and look forward to their continued evolution as a leading DTC and eCommerce provider for the entertainment industry.
  • We look forward to collaborating with Alliance Entertainment as they strategically position the company to achieve its growth objectives.”
    ThinkEquity acted as the advisor to Adara Acquisition Corp. in connection with the business combination.
  • Blank Rome LLP served as legal advisor to Adara Acquisition Corp. in connection with the business combination.

Mattel Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2022 Financial Results

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Wednesday, February 8, 2023
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At 5:00 p.m. (Eastern Standard Time) today, Mattel will host a conference call with investors and financial analysts to discuss its full year and fourth quarter financial results.

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  • At 5:00 p.m. (Eastern Standard Time) today, Mattel will host a conference call with investors and financial analysts to discuss its full year and fourth quarter financial results.
  • Mattel believes that the disclosure of non-GAAP financial measures provides useful supplemental information to investors to be able to better evaluate ongoing business performance and certain components of Mattel’s results.
  • The disclosure of the percentage change in constant currency enhances investor’s ability to compare financial results from one period to another.
  • Mattel presents changes in gross billings as a metric for comparing its aggregate, categorical, brand, and geographic results to highlight significant trends in Mattel’s business.

Velan Studios and Mattel Reveal Hot Wheels™: Rift Rally, a Mixed Reality Racing Experience Coming to iOS and PlayStation on March 14

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Tuesday, February 7, 2023
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Velan Studios and Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) today announced Hot Wheels: Rift Rally, a new mixed reality racing experience coming to the App Store for iOS, PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 on March 14, 2023.

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  • Velan Studios and Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) today announced Hot Wheels: Rift Rally, a new mixed reality racing experience coming to the App Store for iOS, PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 on March 14, 2023.
  • Hot Wheels: Rift Rally combines the thrill of a AAA racing game with Velan’s patented RC mixed reality tech for a unique new Hot Wheels® experience that blends the real world with over-the-top digital environments.
  • “Our mission at Velan has always been to create breakthrough games that feel magical to players,” said Karthik Bala, CEO, Velan Studios.
  • Hot Wheels: Rift Rally will launch on the App Store for iOS and PlayStation Store on March 14, 2023.

Fisher-Price® Launches Exclusive Little People Collector™ Super Bowl LVII Champions Set

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023
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Fisher-Price is giving fans of this year’s Super Bowl LVII Champion a ‘little’ way to celebrate their team’s massive win with the launch of the NFL and NFLPA officially licensed Little People Collector™ Super Bowl LVII Champions set.

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  • Fisher-Price is giving fans of this year’s Super Bowl LVII Champion a ‘little’ way to celebrate their team’s massive win with the launch of the NFL and NFLPA officially licensed Little People Collector™ Super Bowl LVII Champions set.
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    Fisher-Price® Launches Exclusive Little People Collector™ Super Bowl LVII Champions Set.
  • “We couldn’t be more excited to offer Kansas City and Philadelphia fans, along with toy collectors, the chance to commemorate a historic victory through this exclusive, first-of-its-kind Little People Collector Super Bowl LVII Champions set.”
    Perennial All-Pro offensive tackle, Super Bowl Champion and broadcaster Andrew Whitworth is helping to spread the word on this year’s exclusive Little People Collector sets.
  • The Little People Collector Super Bowl LVII Champions set is now available for pre-order through MattelCreations.com/lpcnfl for an MSRP of $30.00.