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The Return of the Denny's Orange Blossom Classic Presented by Ready Life Continues to Produce a Positive Impact

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Wednesday, September 7, 2022
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MIAMI, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nearly 40,000 fans congregated at Hard Rock Stadium for the sophomore return of Denny's Orange Blossom Classic, Presented by Ready Life (DOBC), Sunday, September 4, 2022, for the much-anticipated rematch between HBCU powerhouses Florida A&M (FAMU) and Jackson State University (JSU).

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  • MIAMI, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nearly 40,000 fans congregated at Hard Rock Stadium for the sophomore return of Denny's Orange Blossom Classic, Presented by Ready Life (DOBC), Sunday, September 4, 2022, for the much-anticipated rematch between HBCU powerhouses Florida A&M (FAMU) and Jackson State University (JSU).
  • Notwithstanding the unique hardships both schools faced heading into the weekend, the teams arrived in South Florida with a clear focus.
  • While the players focused on the big game, the Orange Blossom Classic Committee delivered on its pillar of community impact, orchestrating a bottled water donation drive.
  • After a 43-year hiatus, The Orange Blossom Classic was re-established in 2021 with a mission to enhance the exposure of Historically Black Colleges & Universities.

Tesa Aragones appointed President, AKQA North America

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Wednesday, September 7, 2022
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AKQA has appointed Tesa Aragones as President, North America.

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  • AKQA has appointed Tesa Aragones as President, North America.
  • AKQA North America employs around 1,250 people across its seven studios: San Francisco, Los Angeles, New York, Atlanta, Washington D.C., Portland and Miami.
  • In addition to serving as President, North America at AKQA, Tesa Aragones is on the Board of Directors at banking app Dave (NASDAQ: DAVE) and the Board of Tillys (NYSE: TLYS) a leading specialty retailer of casual apparel, footwear and accessories.
  • Tesa Aragones joins AKQA at a time of sustained growth, recognition and notable talent attracted to the agency.

JOHNNIE WALKER ANNOUNCES FIFTH RELEASE IN JOHNNIE WALKER BLUE LABEL GHOST AND RARE SERIES WITH EXCLUSIVE NFT DROP

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Thursday, September 1, 2022
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NEW YORK, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Johnnie Walker, the world's number one Scotch Whisky1 , is excited to offer whisky lovers the opportunity to own an extremely limited edition Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ghost and Rare Port Dundas Master Set. To bring the Master Set to collectors globally, Johnnie Walker partners with BlockBar.com (the world's first direct to consumer NFT marketplace for luxury wine and spirits) and Vayner3 (the Web3 consultancy under the umbrella VaynerX, founded by serial entrepreneur Gary Vaynerchuk).

Key Points: 
  • Experience the full interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/9084151-johnnie-walker-blue-labe...
    The limited edition Johnnie Walker Ghost and Rare series is crafted using irreplaceable "ghost" whiskies and other incredibly rare expressions from the unparalleled Johnnie Walker reserves used to create the award-winning Johnnie Walker Blue Label.
  • In commemoration of the fifth installment and first Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ghost and Rare release from Master Blender Emma Walker, collectors can secure 1 of 75 limited edition Ghost and Rare Port Dundas Master Sets exclusively available on BlockBar.com.
  • The exclusive Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ghost and Rare Master Sets are a celebration of Port Dundas' legacy, the incredible craftsmanship of Johnnie Walker Master Blender Emma Walker and the Web3 cultural revolution.
  • Today's range of award-winning whiskies includes Johnnie Walker Red Label, Black Label, Double Black, Green Label, Johnnie Walker High Rye Blended Scotch Whisky, Gold Label Reserve, Aged 18 Years and Blue Label.

JOHNNIE WALKER ANNOUNCES FIFTH RELEASE IN JOHNNIE WALKER BLUE LABEL GHOST AND RARE SERIES WITH EXCLUSIVE NFT DROP

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Thursday, September 1, 2022
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NEW YORK, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Johnnie Walker, the world's number one Scotch Whisky1 , is excited to offer whisky lovers the opportunity to own an extremely limited edition Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ghost and Rare Port Dundas Master Set. To bring the Master Set to collectors globally, Johnnie Walker partners with BlockBar.com (the world's first direct to consumer NFT marketplace for luxury wine and spirits) and Vayner3 (the Web3 consultancy under the umbrella VaynerX, founded by serial entrepreneur Gary Vaynerchuk).

Key Points: 
  • Experience the full interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/9084151-johnnie-walker-blue-labe...
    The limited edition Johnnie Walker Ghost and Rare series is crafted using irreplaceable "ghost" whiskies and other incredibly rare expressions from the unparalleled Johnnie Walker reserves used to create the award-winning Johnnie Walker Blue Label.
  • In commemoration of the fifth installment and first Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ghost and Rare release from Master Blender Emma Walker, collectors can secure 1 of 75 limited edition Ghost and Rare Port Dundas Master Sets exclusively available on BlockBar.com.
  • The exclusive Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ghost and Rare Master Sets are a celebration of Port Dundas' legacy, the incredible craftsmanship of Johnnie Walker Master Blender Emma Walker and the Web3 cultural revolution.
  • Today's range of award-winning whiskies includes Johnnie Walker Red Label, Black Label, Double Black, Green Label, Johnnie Walker High Rye Blended Scotch Whisky, Gold Label Reserve, Aged 18 Years and Blue Label.

BACARDÍ® Rum Unveils New Limited-Edition Premium Variant With the Release of BACARDÍ Reserva Ocho Rye Cask Finish

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Monday, August 29, 2022
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HAMILTON, Bermuda, Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BACARDÍ® rum is closing out National Rum Month with the exciting and highly anticipated launch of BACARDÍ Reserva Ocho Rye Cask Finish – the second installment in the BACARDÍ limited-edition cask finish series. Masterfully bringing the world's most-awarded rum brand to the forefront of artisanal rum innovation, the new aged rum offering rolls out nationwide this month as part of the brand's five-year collection – after last year's inaugural and sell-out release of BACARDÍ Reserva Ocho Sherry Cask Finish. An exclusive Cask Finish Series variant will debut every August through 2025, each year featuring a unique flavor profile from its intricate barrel aging and finishing processes.

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  • To close out National Rum Month, the world's most-awarded rum brand announces second installment in its limited-edition aged rum series with BACARD Reserva Ocho Rye Cask Finish
    HAMILTON, Bermuda, Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BACARD rum is closing out National Rum Month with the exciting and highly anticipated launch of BACARD Reserva Ocho Rye Cask Finish the second installment in the BACARD limited-edition cask finish series.
  • To complement the brand's flagship Premium rum, BACARD Reserva Ocho, this year's variation is aged in American oak barrels for eight to 12 years and finished in rye casks during the final two months.
  • Whether you're an experienced drinker or someone new to rum and dark spirits in general, you can easily celebrate that special occasion with BACARD Reserva Ocho Rye Cask."
  • To purchase BACARD rum and cocktail kits, head to www.DrinkBACARD.com , and for more information on BACARD rum, visit www.BACARD.com .

Dave Appoints Brand Marketing and Digital Product Expert Tesa Aragones to Board of Directors

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Thursday, August 25, 2022
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LOS ANGELES, Aug. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dave Inc. (NASDAQ: DAVE, DAVEW), a banking app on a mission to build products that level the financial playing field, today announced the appointment of Tesa Aragones to its Board of Directors, effective August 23, 2022. Aragones will also serve as a member of the company's nominating and corporate governance committee.

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  • Aragones brings to Dave more than two decades of brand marketing, digital branding and digital innovation expertise.
  • "We are pleased to welcome Tesa to our board and look forward to leveraging her vast knowledge, expertise and relationships," stated Dave Co-Founder and CEO Jason Wilk.
  • She will be a great asset not only for Dave but also the millions of members in the Dave community."
  • Aragones also currently sits on the Board of Directors for Tillys, a leading specialty retailer of casual apparel, footwear and accessories.

Lipman Brothers Chooses HIMPACT by Herlitz Inventory Management to Increase Sales and Reduce Inventory

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Thursday, August 25, 2022
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CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Aug. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Herlitz Inventory Management, a leading innovator in scientific demand forecasting, replenishment, and optimization, announced that Lipman Brothers chose HIMPACT as its new purchasing and inventory optimization system. Lipman Brothers has deep roots in wine and spirits distribution. Established in 1939, they were the first distributors of wine and spirits in Tennessee and were the first distributor of Jack Daniel's after prohibition. They also were the first to deliver for other well-known brands like Glenmore Distilling Co., Bacardi, and Fleischmann's. Today, Lipman Brothers delivers wine, spirits, and beer to retail, grocery, convenience, and bars/restaurants in 74 of Tennessee's 95 counties.

Key Points: 
  • In January 2022, Lipman Brothers officially signed with Herlitz Inventory Management to gain a more robust purchasing and replenishment system that would help reduce inventory, increase efficiency, and increase sales without increasing year-over-year inventory.
  • CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Aug. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Herlitz Inventory Management , a leading innovator in scientific demand forecasting, replenishment, and optimization, announced that Lipman Brothers chose HIMPACT as its new purchasing and inventory optimization system.
  • Herlitz Inventory Management President and CEO, Carl Herlitz, commented, "We are thrilled to be working with Lipman Brothers again.
  • Third, the management team was looking to increase efficiencies, reduce inventory, and increase sales without increasing year-over-year inventory.

Bacardi Limited Welcomes Consumer Goods Executive Dave Ingram to Lead Operations

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Wednesday, August 17, 2022
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Bacardi Limited, the worlds largest privately held spirits company, today announces the appointment of Dave Ingram as Chief Supply Chain Officer.

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  • Bacardi Limited, the worlds largest privately held spirits company, today announces the appointment of Dave Ingram as Chief Supply Chain Officer.
  • This appointment follows the retirement of Jean-Marc Lambert after more than 20 years with the Bacardi operations organization.
  • Bacardi Limited, the largest privately held spirits company in the world, produces and markets internationally recognized spirits and wines.
  • Bacardi Limited refers to the Bacardi group of companies, including Bacardi International Limited.

ANGEL'S ENVY® KENTUCKY STRAIGHT BOURBON WHISKEY IS NOW AVAILABLE ACROSS CANADA

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Thursday, August 4, 2022
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"The Angel's Envy team possesses a deep respect for the craft," says Georgene DaDan, Angel's Envy Vice President and General Manager.

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  • "The Angel's Envy team possesses a deep respect for the craft," says Georgene DaDan, Angel's Envy Vice President and General Manager.
  • "Everyone at the distillery is meticulous about the details and passionate about making quality American whiskey and Kentucky Straight Bourbon.
  • Angel's Envy Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Finished in Port Wine Barrels is 86.6 proof (43.3% ABV).
  • Bottled by Louisville Distilling Company, Louisville, KY. Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Finished in Port Wine Barrels 43.3% Alc.

SAGAMORE SPIRIT TAPS LEADER WITH LONG-TERM SUCCESS AT MAJOR SPIRITS PORTFOLIO COMPANIES AS EVP OF SALES

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Thursday, July 28, 2022
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BALTIMORE, July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sagamore Spirit, the leading distiller of Maryland rye, today announced the appointment of Dayna Dennington as Executive Vice President of Sales, effective August 1. Dennington brings over 15 years of leadership and sales success at some of the world's most distinguished adult beverage portfolio companies, including Bacardi USA, Stoli Group, Treasury Wine Estates and most recently Fever-Tree USA.

Key Points: 
  • Dennington brings over 15 years of leadership and sales success at some of the world's most distinguished adult beverage portfolio companies, including Bacardi USA, Stoli Group, Treasury Wine Estates and most recently Fever-Tree USA.
  • Last month, the company nationally launched its line of Sagamore Spirit ready-to-drink cocktails, and last year released its first-ever Bottled-in-Bond rye whiskey, made entirely at its Baltimore distillery.
  • "Dayna brings invaluable, time-tested industry experience, a rare mix of strategic and creative thinking, a track record of building sales for today and tomorrow, and limitless energy," said Michael Misiorski, Sagamore Spirit CEO.
  • Inspired by the legacy of Maryland Rye and today's spirit consumer, Sagamore Spirit is driven to craft the world's best Rye Whiskey while strengthening our collective communities.