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LifeBrand Brings On Philadelphia Eagles Rookie Wide Receiver Devonta Smith To Take Their Game To The Next Level

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Thursday, July 29, 2021
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"We are ecstatic to have DeVonta join LifeBrand as an equity stakeholder and brand ambassador," said T.J. Colaiezzi, Chief Executive Officer of LifeBrand.

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  • "We are ecstatic to have DeVonta join LifeBrand as an equity stakeholder and brand ambassador," said T.J. Colaiezzi, Chief Executive Officer of LifeBrand.
  • With LifeBrand also being one of the Philadelphia Eagles' newest corporate partners, aligning with their newest standout seemed like a natural fit.
  • LifeBrand's partnership with the Philadelphia Eagles activated during the 2021 NFL Draft, where Smith was selected No.
  • Drafted in the First Round by the Philadelphia Eagles, DeVonta is looking forward to starting his Eagles career this September.

What a Post-Pandemic Advertising Market Looks Like

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Thursday, July 29, 2021
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Clubhouse Media Group has 200-plus content creators across four professionally run content houses and a network that reaches more than 400 million followers.

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  • Clubhouse Media Group has 200-plus content creators across four professionally run content houses and a network that reaches more than 400 million followers.
  • Clubhouse just inked a joint services agreement with Rick Ware Racing, an American motorsports team that competes in the NASCAR.
  • CMGR intends to launch products under its own brand and use its stars and network power for viral advertising.
  • By cutting through the overload of information in today's market, NNW brings its clients unparalleled visibility, recognition and brand awareness.

What a Post-Pandemic Advertising Market Looks Like

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Thursday, July 29, 2021
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NEW YORK, July 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- From Main Street to Wall Street, the COVID-19 pandemic shook up the world, and the reverberations are still echoing. High-flying growth stocks related to software and cloud communications have cooled down since late in 2020 as people return to offices and unlock houses to go outside again. Sure, there is still talk about delta and other variants of SARS-CoV-2 wreaking havoc, but market participants are now also talking about what a post-coronavirus world is going to look like. Certain markets — the hospitality sector for instance — will steadily return to normal after more than a year of lockdowns. Others, such as media spending, will never be the same. Trends away from television and radio toward digital channels have accelerated and quite likely will experience a boon in the coming months and years as ad budgets increase will full economic reopenings. As advertisers look for solutions, they will continue to turn to social media influencers and content creators as sophisticated strategies to sway consumers toward their products and services. That's right in the wheelhouse of Clubhouse Media Group Inc. (OTC: CMGR) (Profile), a company aggregating an impressive portfolio of influencers and content creators from sports stars and entertainers to niche experts that have the ear of millions of followers and the platform technology to effectively target any demographic. Coming out the other side of the pandemic, top companies like the Trade Desk Inc. (NASDAQ: TTD), Magnite Inc. (NASDAQ: MGNI), ViacomCBS Inc. (NASDAQ: VIAC) and Roku Inc. (NASDAQ: ROKU) are knee deep in the advertising evolution, making adaptations that will continue to see the companies thrive going forward.

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  • Clubhouse Media Group has 200-plus content creators across four professionally run content houses and a network that reaches more than 400 million followers.
  • Clubhouse just inked a joint services agreement with Rick Ware Racing, an American motorsports team that competes in the NASCAR.
  • CMGR intends to launch products under its own brand and use its stars and network power for viral advertising.
  • By cutting through the overload of information in today's market, NNW brings its clients unparalleled visibility, recognition and brand awareness.

Triller Enters NASCAR Space With Partnership With Rising Star Toni Breidinger

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021
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Breidinger will be driving the #25 Triller Toyota Camry after recently switching to Venturini Motorsports, a Toyota Racing Development team, for the remainder of the 2021 season.

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  • Breidinger will be driving the #25 Triller Toyota Camry after recently switching to Venturini Motorsports, a Toyota Racing Development team, for the remainder of the 2021 season.
  • Breidinger, who already has one of the largest social followings for any NASCAR driver, will fully document her racing experience on Triller and will have her car wrapped with Triller signage this weekend.
  • Popular social media app Triller becomes sponsor of Toni Breidinger, NASCAR's first Arab-American female driver
    "Toni Breidinger is the perfect fit for our entry into NASCAR and all forms of racing for Triller," said Bobby Sarnevesht, Chairman and Co-Owner of Triller.
  • I am thankful for this partnership with Triller and for them to believe in female athletes and especially in motorsports."

Football Legend Marshawn Lynch Named BetMGM Brand Ambassador

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021
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JERSEY CITY, N.J., July 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- BetMGM , a leading sports betting and digital gaming company, announced today the signing of former National Football League (NFL) running back Marshawn Lynch as a brand ambassador.

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  • JERSEY CITY, N.J., July 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- BetMGM , a leading sports betting and digital gaming company, announced today the signing of former National Football League (NFL) running back Marshawn Lynch as a brand ambassador.
  • Lynch earned four consecutive Pro Bowl appearances, one first-team All-Pro selection, and twice led the league in rushing touchdowns.
  • Matt Prevost, Chief Revenue Officer, BetMGM, said, "Lynch is both an incredible athlete and larger-than-life personality.
  • Marshawn recently announced his entry into the legalized Cannabis category through the launch of his brand Dodi.

Shawne Merriman’s Lights out Xtreme Fighting 5 to Stream Live on fubo Sports Network on August 7

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021
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On Saturday, August 7, a jam-packed card is slated to broadcast live from the Commerce Casino in Los Angeles, California on Fubo Sports Network ( www.fubosportsnetwork.com ).

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  • On Saturday, August 7, a jam-packed card is slated to broadcast live from the Commerce Casino in Los Angeles, California on Fubo Sports Network ( www.fubosportsnetwork.com ).
  • Former San Diego Chargers Pro Bowl Linebacker Shawne Merriman launched LXF in 2019, due to his longtime fandom of mixed martial arts, for which he also trains himself.
  • LXF 5 was originally slated for April 24, 2020, but the event had to be cancelled once the coronavirus spread around the world.
  • Available on 75 million devices, fubo Sports Network is the live, free-to-consumer TV network featuring sports stories on and off the field.

New Orleans Saints and Caesars Entertainment Announce Partnership: Stadium Rebranded as Caesars Superdome

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Monday, July 26, 2021
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NEW ORLEANS, July 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The New Orleans Saints and Caesars Entertainment announced today the formation of a 20-year, exclusive naming-rights partnership that rebrands New Orleans' iconic downtown stadium as the Caesars Superdome.

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  • NEW ORLEANS, July 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The New Orleans Saints and Caesars Entertainment announced today the formation of a 20-year, exclusive naming-rights partnership that rebrands New Orleans' iconic downtown stadium as the Caesars Superdome.
  • Caesars Superdome will stand as testament to Caesars' commitment to the New Orleans Saints and to the city of New Orleans as it embarks on a $325 million renovation to transform Harrah's New Orleans into Caesars New Orleans.
  • "This partnership sends a strong message about the positive future for the New Orleans Saints, Caesars Entertainment, and the entire state of Louisiana," said Saints Owner Gayle Benson.
  • A formal press announcement will be scheduled by the New Orleans Saints and Caesars Entertainment at a future date.

The Ertz Family Foundation and The Athletes' Corner launch 'Meals n' Medals' for Tokyo

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Friday, July 23, 2021
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As Julie Ertz and her teammates represent our country on the field, they will actively be changing lives off the field.

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  • As Julie Ertz and her teammates represent our country on the field, they will actively be changing lives off the field.
  • "With Matthew 25 in mind, we're super excited to partner with the Ertz Family Foundation and Feeding America to carry out this tremendous initiative!"
  • If you would like to join our cause to help feed more people in need, please contact either the Ertz Family Foundation or The Athletes' Corner.
  • The Ertz Family Foundation is a fiscally-sponsored project at Impact Philanthropy Group, a nonprofit 501c3 organization.

Big Ten Conference Creates the George and Viola Taliaferro Fellowship

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Thursday, July 22, 2021
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ROSEMONT, Ill., July 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- During his opening address at 2021 Big Ten Football Media Days, Big Ten Conference Commissioner Kevin Warren announced the creation of the George and Viola Taliaferro Fellowship.

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  • ROSEMONT, Ill., July 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- During his opening address at 2021 Big Ten Football Media Days, Big Ten Conference Commissioner Kevin Warren announced the creation of the George and Viola Taliaferro Fellowship.
  • "George and Viola Taliaferro had an incredibly profound impact on the United States Justice System, the State of Indiana, Indiana University, and all of college football.
  • George Taliaferro was the leading rusher on Indiana's 1945 Big Ten championship team that went 9-0-1, the only undefeated team inschool history.
  • George became the first Black player drafted into the National Football League in 1949 when George Halas and the Chicago Bears drafted George in the 13th round.

Barry Alvarez Named Big Ten Conference Special Advisor for Football

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Thursday, July 22, 2021
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ROSEMONT, Ill., July 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --During his opening address at 2021 Big Ten Football Media Days, Big Ten Conference Commissioner Kevin Warren announced that Barry Alvarez has been named Special Advisor for Football.

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  • ROSEMONT, Ill., July 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --During his opening address at 2021 Big Ten Football Media Days, Big Ten Conference Commissioner Kevin Warren announced that Barry Alvarez has been named Special Advisor for Football.
  • A legendary figure in both college football and the Big Ten Conference, the former University of Wisconsin head football coach and Director of Athletics earned membership in the College Football, Rose Bowl, Orange Bowl, and Wisconsin Halls of Fame.
  • "Barry has been blessed with an illustrious career in college athletics and his impact on college football and the Big Ten Conference has been significant," said Warren.
  • Alvarez was named Director of Athletics in 2004 and spent two years in the dual roles of Director of Athletics and head football coach.