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Vuori Announces Four C-Suite Hires

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Tuesday, April 18, 2023

ENCINITAS, Calif., April 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Southern California inspired activewear brand Vuori announces the hire of four C-Suite executives including its Chief Operations Officer, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary, Chief People Officer and Chief Information Officer. These key positions will help the brand to continue its global growth while providing enhanced infrastructure capabilities, leadership on key initiatives, and elevated performance and operations.

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  • Vuori hired former Yeti executive Hugh Garrity to serve as its Chief Operating Officer.
  • Additionally, Vuori has hired Libby Stockstill to serve as the brand's first General Counsel & Corporate Secretary.
  • "We are excited to announce the hire of these executives as we continue to expand the Vuori brand and support our global growth," said Joe Kudla, Founder and CEO of Vuori.
  • In October of 2021, Vuori received a $400 million investment by the SoftBank Vision Fund 2, which valued the brand at $4 billion.

What Are the Hottest Apparel and Footwear Brands by Generation and Gender? New Rankings May Surprise Retailers and Brands

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Monday, March 20, 2023

BOSTON, March 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Shopping attitudes and behaviors vary, sometimes widely, by generation – but each generation still plays a key influence role, whether it's over style and fashion or spending power.

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  • Footwear and Apparel Brand Heat Index ..
    To help brands and retailers identify which brands are gaining popularity – or brand "heat" –global strategy consultancy L.E.K.
  • The second annual Brand Heat Index ranks brands by generation – Gen Z, millennial and Gen X – across four product categories in men's and women's apparel and footwear.
  • Footwear consumers are increasingly demanding both style and comfort, indicating that brands need to differentiate themselves when it comes to both fashion and function.
  • In the meantime, distinctive silhouettes continue to help footwear brands stand out, such as Crocs, HEYDUDE, UGG, Vans and BIRKENSTOCK.

ROTH MKM Releases its 2023 Millennial Survey

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023

ROTH MKM, a full service investment bank focused on advising and financing growth companies, is pleased to announce the release of its 2023 Millennial Survey, a proprietary survey examining current trends, spending patterns and favorite brands across eight consumer categories, including apparel & footwear, home furnishings, health & wellness, beverage, healthy food & snacks, CBD & cannabis, sexual wellness and pets.

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  • ROTH MKM, a full service investment bank focused on advising and financing growth companies, is pleased to announce the release of its 2023 Millennial Survey, a proprietary survey examining current trends, spending patterns and favorite brands across eight consumer categories, including apparel & footwear, home furnishings, health & wellness, beverage, healthy food & snacks, CBD & cannabis, sexual wellness and pets.
  • The survey, conducted in partnership with MFour Mobile Research, features 279 questions and was completed by 2,500 Millennial-aged women and men.
  • Our survey shows that Millennial consumers are still willing to spend on innovative brands, products, and services that tailor offerings to meet their unique needs,” said Matt Koranda, Managing Director, Senior Research Analyst at ROTH MKM.
  • For access to the ROTH MKM Millennial Survey, please contact your ROTH MKM Representative at (800) 678-9147.

Women execs from Telia, Pernod Ricard, Vans, MIT, Cengage Group, and BlueConic share their leadership lessons as part of International Women's Day 2023

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Monday, March 6, 2023

BOSTON, March 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In recognition of International Women's Day on March 8, 2023, leading customer data platform (CDP) BlueConic asked women executives across industries to share their career journey, provide their leadership lessons, and offer advice on how we can inspire future women leaders.

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  • The effort included a roundtable discussion with women leaders from industries and occupations historically dominated by men.
  • The distinguished panel of women included Liza Hays , Senior Litigation Counsel at Cengage Group, Alana Anderson , Assistant Dean, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at MIT, and Cory Munchbach , CEO, BlueConic.
  • They also spoke about the women who inspired them the most and their advice to help other women meet and exceed their business goals.
  • In addition to the roundtable, BlueConic also interviewed women in leadership as part of a profile series.

Web3 Global Leader, Subnation Taps CYPFER As Cyber Security Advisor

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Tuesday, February 28, 2023

TORONTO and MIAMI, Feb. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Daniel Tobok, CEO of CYPFER, has been engaged as Cyber Security Advisor for Subnation, a world renown gaming, Web3 advisory and technology company based in Manhattan, New York.

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  • Leading gaming and digital IP firm, Subnation, employs the formidable cyber intelligence of CYPFER for enhanced cyber security
    TORONTO and MIAMI, Feb. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Daniel Tobok , CEO of CYPFER, has been engaged as Cyber Security Advisor for Subnation, a world renown gaming, Web3 advisory and technology company based in Manhattan, New York.
  • Subnation is a gaming and Web3 advisory and technology company focused on building platforms and investing in intellectual property (IP) that bridges physical and digital interactions, transactions, and communities.
  • Subnation has provided Web3 advisory services to iconic brands and institutions such as Mastercard, Hollister, Fox, Chevrolet, and Vans.
  • "With new innovations comes new risks and we are delighted to offer our brain trust, strategic thinking, and proactive planning to Subnation," concludes Tobok.

ChangeUp Starts Year of Giving with a New Kendra Scott Partnership

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Wednesday, February 22, 2023

Cosmetics, TaylorMade Golf, KIND, and more) to facilitate hundreds of millions of donations monthly to over 1.5 million non-profits is proud to add jewelry & lifestyle brand, Kendra Scott , as the latest partner to recognize the value of ChangeUp.

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  • Cosmetics, TaylorMade Golf, KIND, and more) to facilitate hundreds of millions of donations monthly to over 1.5 million non-profits is proud to add jewelry & lifestyle brand, Kendra Scott , as the latest partner to recognize the value of ChangeUp.
  • The company operates on a founding philosophy of "Family, Fashion, and Philanthropy," and is known for creating beautiful jewelry, and giving back.
  • "We are looking forward to this partnership with ChangeUp to help spread the message of giving.
  • ChangeUp is an integrated donation software solution that empowers some of the world's largest brands, including Mastercard, Vans, The Honest Company, e.l.f.

Mercedes-Benz Reports 21% Growth in Q4; 2022 Total Sales of 350,949 Vehicles +6.5% Versus 2021

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Tuesday, January 10, 2023

Strong, sustained demand for Electric Vehicles (EQ) and Top-End Vehicles propelled Q4 growth of 21% for a total of 73,019 vehicles.

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  • Strong, sustained demand for Electric Vehicles (EQ) and Top-End Vehicles propelled Q4 growth of 21% for a total of 73,019 vehicles.
  • Additionally, Mercedes-Benz Vans recorded Q4 sales of 15,474, bringing MBUSA to a grand total of 88,493 vehicles.
  • On a year-to-date basis, MBUSA recorded sales of 286,764 Mercedes-Benz passenger vehicles in calendar year 2022, a growth of 4% versus 2021, and 64,185 Vans, an increase of 20% versus 2021.
  • Separately, Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) models recorded sales of 35,458 vehicles during the fourth quarter of 2022, an increase of 7.1% versus Q4 2021.

The New Book 'How Music Grows Brands' is a First-of-Its-Kind Guide to Unlocking the Power of Music to Shape Culture, Drive Business, and Grow Brands

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Tuesday, January 10, 2023

In their first book, Belliotti and Jolly introduce Brand dB, a proprietary methodology, a roadmap for long-term success.

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  • In their first book, Belliotti and Jolly introduce Brand dB, a proprietary methodology, a roadmap for long-term success.
  • "Our goal is to equip brand marketers with the strategies and tools to connect emotionally with consumers through music," co-author Joe Belliotti said.
  • Brands become stronger, brands invest more in the music community and fans benefit from richer music experiences."
  • "Music is the #1 passion point across demographics, yet too few brands embed music as a core part of their marketing strategy.

Celebrate the 12 Days of Christmas South Coast Plaza-Style! Enjoy Beautiful Holiday Décor, Fabulous New Stores, Gifts for Every Wish, Michelin Star Dining, and Much, Much, More

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Tuesday, December 20, 2022

To celebrate the season, South Coast Plaza presents our version of the 12 Days of Christmas.

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  • To celebrate the season, South Coast Plaza presents our version of the 12 Days of Christmas.
  • "On the first day of Christmas, South Coast Plaza brought to all"
    Knife Pleat earned a coveted Michelin star last year, and again for 2023.
  • "On the second day of Christmas, South Coast Plaza brought to all"
    "On the third day of Christmas, South Coast Plaza brought to all"
    The 90-foot tree by the Westin South Coast Plaza, the exclusive Louis Vuitton Holiday Tree in Jewel Court, and the international Santa Tree in Macy's Home Store Wing.
  • "On the ninth day of Christmas, South Coast Plaza brought to all"
    Can you spot Santa's reindeer taking flight atop Santa’s Mountain in Carousel Court?

Stagwell Congratulates Anomaly on Being Named 2022 U.S. Agency of the Year by Adweek

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Monday, December 12, 2022

NEW YORK, Dec. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW), the challenger network built to transform marketing, celebrates its strategic and creative agency Anomaly which has been named U.S. Agency of the Year by Adweek, the American trade publication covering the advertising, marketing, and media industries.

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  • NEW YORK, Dec. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW), the challenger network built to transform marketing, celebrates its strategic and creative agency Anomaly which has been named U.S. Agency of the Year by Adweek, the American trade publication covering the advertising, marketing, and media industries.
  • Business agency GALE which continued its trajectory of triple-digit growth in 2022 was also shortlisted by Adweek as U.S. Agency of the Year, one of only 10 agencies recognized.
  • GALE's notable 2022 new business wins include H&R Block and Dropbox, and it was earlier named to Adweek's list of Fastest Growing Agencies for 2022.
  • We're proud to celebrate Anomaly as Adweek's 2022 Agency of the Year.