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The Endless Summer + Dana Point Film Festival Announces Dates for Its 2024 Festival

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

The Endless Summer + Dana Point Film Festival (DPFF) has announced its second annual oceans film festival to be held in Dana Point focused on marine life, surfing, and our relationship with the magnificent wonder of the sea.

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  • The Endless Summer + Dana Point Film Festival (DPFF) has announced its second annual oceans film festival to be held in Dana Point focused on marine life, surfing, and our relationship with the magnificent wonder of the sea.
  • Hosted by Endless Summer Events, the festival runs May 2-5, 2024, and promises an array of community events.
  • The festival’s home of Dana Point, CA is nestled in the heart of a Whale Heritage Site (WHS) and is known as the “Whale and Dolphin Capital of the World” and the birthplace of “The Endless Summer.” Dana Point provides a fitting backdrop for the ocean film festival.
  • For filmmakers interested in submitting their films for the Dana Point Film Festival, click here .

Pro Surfers, the Colapinto Brothers, Partner With Rubio’s Coastal Grill

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Monday, March 4, 2024

Rubio’s Coastal Grill is pleased to partner with two of the country’s top professional surfers, Griffin and Crosby Colapinto.

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  • Rubio’s Coastal Grill is pleased to partner with two of the country’s top professional surfers, Griffin and Crosby Colapinto.
  • Known for their incredible talent, they share a mutual love of the ocean, surfing and fish tacos with Rubio’s.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240304712085/en/
    Sharing a love of the ocean, surfing and fish tacos, two of the country’s top pro surfers, Griffin and Crosby Colapinto, are partnering with Rubio's Coastal Grill.
  • In addition to competing, the boys film content for their YouTube Channel, “Cola Bros,” and star in Stab Magazine’s film, DNA: The Colapinto Brothers.

Vista Outdoor Confirms Receipt of Indication of Interest from MNC Capital

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Friday, March 1, 2024

Vista Outdoor’s Board of Directors remains committed to acting in the best interests of Vista Outdoor stockholders.

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  • Vista Outdoor’s Board of Directors remains committed to acting in the best interests of Vista Outdoor stockholders.
  • Vista Outdoor stockholders do not need to take any action at this time.
  • Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC is acting as sole financial adviser to Vista Outdoor and Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP is acting as legal adviser to Vista Outdoor.
  • Moelis & Company LLC is acting as sole financial adviser to the independent directors of Vista Outdoor and Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP is acting as legal adviser to the independent directors of Vista Outdoor.

Luxury Card Sponsors the Eddie Big Wave Invitational

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Friday, February 9, 2024

LUXURY CARD® announced its key sponsorship of the 2024 Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational.

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  • LUXURY CARD® announced its key sponsorship of the 2024 Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational.
  • The 39th annual Eddie Big Wave Invitational will take place at Waimea Bay on the North Shore of Oahu and will bring together the world’s best surfers to compete and bring focus to Hawaiian culture.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240209635974/en/
    Luxury Card sponsors the 39th annual Eddie Big Wave Surf Contest on the North Shore of Oahu.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    “We are incredibly honored to be a key sponsor for this year’s Eddie competition,” says Luxury Card CEO Vic Memenas.

Healthcare Leaders Turn to New Screening Technology to Address Workplace Violence

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

Evolv Technology (NASDAQ: EVLV), the modern security technology company transforming threat and weapons detection to create safer experiences, continues to see growth in the healthcare sector as hospital leaders add advanced weapons detection to their safety plans.

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  • Evolv Technology (NASDAQ: EVLV), the modern security technology company transforming threat and weapons detection to create safer experiences, continues to see growth in the healthcare sector as hospital leaders add advanced weapons detection to their safety plans.
  • With over 70% of workplace violence taking place in a healthcare setting and the majority of emergency physicians saying violence in the emergency department harms patient care, the need to address staff safety has become paramount for many hospital administrators.
  • “We have successfully stopped a significant number of dangerous items from entering our facility with this new system.
  • They wanted to be able to take care of patients and not worry about their safety.

Global Surfing Boards Strategic Business Report 2023-2030 Featuring Quiksilver, Gul Watersports, Fox Head, Boardriders, Body Glove International, Decathlon, and Agit Global - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Wednesday, January 3, 2024

World Surfing Participation by Gender: 2019

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  • World Surfing Participation by Gender: 2019
    Hybrid & Uniquely-Shaped Surfboards: A Mix of Improved Performance, Convenience & Fun
    Emergence of Surfing Therapy for Treatment of Mental Illnesses: Potential Growth for Surfing Equipment
    Artificial Wave Pools and Surf Parks Bring Surfing to Landlocked Areas: Potential for Surf Apparel and Gear
    How Tourism & Leisure Industry Is Impacted by the Pandemic & What's the New Normal?
  • Health + Wellness + Surfing: The New Mantra for Success for Surf Tourism

Vista Outdoor, Sport Dimension Announce License Renewal for Jimmy Styks Brand

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231212678786/en/
    The companies announced the multi-year renewal of their brand license for Jimmy Styks, a SUP market leader acquired by Vista Outdoor in 2015 that now falls under the company’s Revelyst segment.
  • (Graphic: Business Wire)
    Vista Outdoor acquired Jimmy Styks in 2015 and began a brand license partnership with Sport Dimension Inc. in 2020.
  • Jimmy Styks’ SUP portfolio provides easy-to-use platforms for water sport enthusiasts engaging in activities ranging from personal fitness to fishing.
  • “We are excited to announce the continuation of our brand license partnership with Sport Dimension Inc., which will keep the Jimmy Styks legacy intact for years to come,” said Jordan Judd, President and General Manager, Outdoor Performance, Revelyst.

Global Surfing Business Report 2023: Market to Reach $5.5 Billion by 2030 - Adaptive Surfing, Luxury Surf Tourism, and Increasing Popularity Driving Long-term Growth - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, December 8, 2023

World Surfing Participation by Gender: 2021

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  • World Surfing Participation by Gender: 2021
    Hybrid & Uniquely-Shaped Surfboards: A Mix of Improved Performance, Convenience & Fun
    Emergence of Surfing Therapy for Treatment of Mental Illnesses: Potential Growth for Surfing Equipment & Apparel
    Artificial Wave Pools and Surf Parks Bring Surfing to Landlocked Areas: Potential for Surf Apparel and Gear
    How Tourism & Leisure Industry Is Impacted by the Pandemic & What's the New Normal?
  • Countries with Maximum Vulnerability to COVID-19 Impact on Tourism Industry: Travel & Tourism Industry as % of GDP by Country for 2019 Country % of GDP
    Health + Wellness + Surfing: The New Mantra for Success for Surf Tourism
    Entertainment Industry Promotes Surfing Culture, Driving Market Growth

The Arena Group Names Katie Kulik as Chief Revenue Officer to Drive Growth and Innovation

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231102855928/en/
    Katie Kulik, new Chief Revenue Officer of The Arena Group (Photo: Business Wire)
    “We’re thrilled to welcome Katie Kulik as our new Chief Revenue Officer,” said Ross Levinsohn, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of The Arena Group.
  • After completing the sale, she was named Chief Revenue Officer of CNET Media Group, a Red Ventures Company.
  • "As the Chief Revenue Officer of The Arena Group, I am thrilled to embark on a journey that will elevate our media revenue to new heights," stated Katie Kulik.
  • Despite a difficult macroeconomic environment, The Arena Group delivered impressive results in Q2 2023, with revenue growth, improved CPMs, and stable operating expenses.

INTERSTYLE 2024, the largest trade show of action sports and outdoors in Japan, will be held in February 2024

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Monday, October 30, 2023

INTERSTYLE 2024, the Exhibition of Board Culture & Outdoor, will be held at Pacifico Yokohama for 3days from February 13 (Tue.)

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  • INTERSTYLE 2024, the Exhibition of Board Culture & Outdoor, will be held at Pacifico Yokohama for 3days from February 13 (Tue.)
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231026721003/en/
    INTERSTYLE is the largest trade show of action sports and outdoor industry in Japan.
  • Leading companies and specialists of the industry exhibit products related to surfing, skateboarding, snowboarding, outdoors, vehicles, fashion, and more.
  • INTERSTYLE began as a business show for action sports related to surfing, skateboarding and snowboarding.