Connecting rod

FocusPoint hires Peter Brown to strengthen its presence in Europe and GCC markets

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Monday, January 22, 2024
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NEW YORK, Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- FocusPoint Private Capital Group ("FocusPoint") and its affiliate in the UK, FocusPoint Europe LTD, ("FPE") announced the appointment of Peter Robert Brown as FPE's Managing Director, Head of EMEA to expand coverage for its clients across institutions and high-net-worth platforms in Europe and GCC. 

Key Points: 
  • Brown joins FPE from Jefferies Private Fund Group in London, where he was a Managing Director, Head of EMEA from 2018, covering Europe and GCC markets and raising capital for private equity, credit and income-related strategies and direct transactions.
  • Previously, Peter was a Senior Managing Director at Guggenheim Partners, where he was Head of the Middle East.
  • "As we build FocusPoint's presence in the GCC and EMEA regions, Peter brings almost 30 years of institutional sales, capital markets, and investment banking experience, along with deep investor relationships globally.
  • In this new role, Brown is based in FocusPoint's London office and reports to Conrod.

Gaming Lifestyle Powerhouse XSET Signs Esports Phenom and Creator Clix

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- XSET, the world's fastest-growing gaming lifestyle brand, is thrilled to announce the signing of celebrated Fortnite Pro Player, Twitch Streamer, and creator of clothing brand Dr3amin, Cody "Clix" Conrod. More than a traditional signing, this groundbreaking, multi-year partnership represents a novel strategic alliance between gaming and lifestyle, further solidifying XSET's presence in both the Fortnite realm and in fashion.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- XSET, the world's fastest-growing gaming lifestyle brand, is thrilled to announce the signing of celebrated Fortnite Pro Player, Twitch Streamer, and creator of clothing brand Dr3amin, Cody "Clix" Conrod.
  • Fast forward four years, and at 18 years old, Clix has risen to become the most-watched Fortnite streamer on Twitch while also ranking as the 27th most-followed creator.
  • At the announcement of the agency signing, Vaynerchuk called Clix the embodiment of "what the gaming creator economy is all about."
  • Cody "Clix" Conrod's journey continues to push the boundaries of gaming and esports, and this partnership with XSET redefines what is possible in the world of competitive gaming and lifestyle.

FocusPoint Hires Michael Clurman as Managing Director

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Tuesday, April 18, 2023
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NEW YORK, April 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- FocusPoint Private Capital Group ("FocusPoint"), an independent capital raising and advisory firm specializing in private capital markets, today announced the appointment of Michael Clurman as a Managing Director, as the firm adds to its North American distribution. Clurman has spent his entire career in financial services, covering family offices and their principals, institutional investors, private equity and hedge fund firms in a variety of senior positions.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, April 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- FocusPoint Private Capital Group ("FocusPoint"), an independent capital raising and advisory firm specializing in private capital markets, today announced the appointment of Michael Clurman as a Managing Director, as the firm adds to its North American distribution.
  • Prior to joining FocusPoint, Clurman was a managing director at Jeffries & Co., where he worked closely with Investment Banking to drive transaction sourcing and origination with Family Offices and Hedge Fund founders.
  • Michael has extensive experience in sales and business development and relationships that are unrivaled," said David Conrod, Chief Executive of FocusPoint.
  • "I look forward to this new challenge and joining FocusPoint at a pivotal point in its growth trajectory," Clurman said.

General Motors Names Tenneco a 2022 Supplier of the Year

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023
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NORTHVILLE, Mich., April 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- General Motors recognized Tenneco as a 2022 Supplier of the Year.

Key Points: 
  • NORTHVILLE, Mich., April 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- General Motors recognized Tenneco as a 2022 Supplier of the Year.
  • GM celebrated honorees at its 31st annual Supplier of the Year event in San Antonio, Texas, last week.
  • This is the sixth consecutive time that Tenneco has received the Supplier of the Year award and fourth consecutive for Tenneco’s Powertrain business group.
  • Tenneco Powertrain’s 2022 Supplier of the Year Award is for outstanding performance in the category of Connecting Rods and Pistons, which includes Tenneco’s pistons, rings and bearings components.

FocusPoint Adds to U.S. Distribution, Appoints Brian Ralph as Managing Director

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Wednesday, November 30, 2022
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NEW YORK, Nov. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- FocusPoint Private Capital Group ("FocusPoint"), an independent capital raising and advisory firm specializing in private capital markets, today announced the appointment of Brian Ralph as Managing Director, to lead global coverage of consultants and to primarily raise capital from institutions and high-net-worth platforms in the West and Midwest. Brian has been involved in raising capital in alternative strategies for over 20 years.  

Key Points: 
  • Brian has been involved in raising capital in alternative strategies for over 20 years.
  • Prior to joining FocusPoint, Ralph previously held senior distribution roles at ITE Management and First Eagle Investment Management.
  • Ralph has extensive experience in credit and income-related investment strategies which also fit well in the current market environment.
  • FocusPoint Private Capital Group ( https://www.fpcgllc.com/ ) was founded in 2010 by Guggenheim Partners David Conrod and Robert Mortimer.

3-in-1 Hess Flatbed Truck with Hot Rods On Sale Now

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Monday, October 17, 2022
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NEW YORK, Oct. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2022 Hess Flatbed Truck with Hot Rods is now available for purchase exclusively at HessToyTruck.com for $41.99 with free standard shipping and 9 Energizer batteries included.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Oct. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2022 Hess Flatbed Truck with Hot Rods is now available for purchase exclusively at HessToyTruck.com for $41.99 with free standard shipping and 9 Energizer batteries included.
  • This new 2022 Hess Toy Truck set received the prestigious Oppenheim Toy Portfolio's Platinum Best Toy Award and Toy Insider's 2022 Top Holiday Toy Award.
  • The 2022 Hess Flatbed Truck is a vintage transport carrier with two hot rod racers.
  • Text "HESS" to 437788 to sign up for mobile alerts and follow Hess Toy Truck on Facebook and Instagram .

SPEEDVISION RIDES AGAIN - THE DEFINITIVE AUTO ENTERTAINMENT BRAND RETURNS AS A FREE AD-SUPPORTED TELEVISION NETWORK

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Thursday, October 13, 2022
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SPEEDVISION, the network brand that started the auto entertainment revolution, is returning with the high-octane programming that made it the standard against which all other vehicle media is measured.  This fall, SPEEDVISION will debut with more than 500 hours of premium content as a free ad-supported television (FAST) network. The extensive programming lineup features well-known talent and experts; including Wayne Carini, Bill Goldberg, Mark Worman, Stacy David, Ant Anstead, Ray Evernham, and more.  With its signature combination of highly-entertaining storytelling, iconic hosts, and industry-standard production values, SPEEDVISION once again will claim its title as the definitive destination for auto-passionate viewers.

Key Points: 
  • This fall, SPEEDVISION will debut with more than 500 hours of premium content as a free ad-supported television (FAST) network.
  • SPEEDVISION, the definitive auto entertainment brand, is returning as a free ad-supported television (FAST) network
    SPEEDVISION is helmed by founder and president, Robert Scanlon, co-founder of the original network in 1995.
  • "I've been a SPEEDVISION superfan since the 90s and it's still my favorite network of all time," said Goldberg.
  • SPEEDVISION is the definitive automotive entertainment brand resurrected in 2022 to satisfy the current content needs of millions of vehicle-passionate viewers.

Tenneco Named a 2021 Supplier of the Year by General Motors

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Monday, March 21, 2022
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LAKE FOREST, Ill., March 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- For the fifth consecutive year, Tenneco (NYSE: TEN) was recognized as a Supplier of the Year by General Motors.

Key Points: 
  • LAKE FOREST, Ill., March 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- For the fifth consecutive year, Tenneco (NYSE: TEN) was recognized as a Supplier of the Year by General Motors.
  • This year, GM recognized 134 suppliers from 16 countries with the Supplier of the Year distinction.
  • General Motors (NYSE:GM) is a global company focused on advancing an all-electric future that is inclusive and accessible to all.
  • General Motors, its subsidiaries and its joint venture entities sell vehicles under the Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, Cadillac, Baojun and Wuling brands.

FocusPoint Hires Thomas Chi as Head of Project Management

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Tuesday, March 1, 2022
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NEWYORK, March 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --FocusPoint Private Capital Group ("FocusPoint"), an independent capital raising and advisory firm specializing in private capital markets, today announced the appointment of Thomas Chi to Managing Director, to lead project management.

Key Points: 
  • NEWYORK, March 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --FocusPoint Private Capital Group ("FocusPoint"), an independent capital raising and advisory firm specializing in private capital markets, today announced the appointment of Thomas Chi to Managing Director, to lead project management.
  • Prior to joining FocusPoint, Thomas was a Managing Director in PJT Park Hill's private credit/hedge fund project management team based in New York and has over twenty years of experience in the alternative asset and finance industry.
  • Before PJT Park Hill, Thomas was strategy head for Citi Private Bank's global hedge fund business.
  • "I am thrilled to join FocusPoint at a pivotal point in its growth trajectory," Thomas added.

"Progress and new beginnings have prevailed": OOROO Auto Hosts Open House

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Monday, February 14, 2022
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TUCSON, Ariz., Feb. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- OOROO Auto , the multi-award-winning auto repair and maintenance service provider in Southern Arizona, hosted an open house on Saturday to celebrate the grand opening of their third location, on the east side of Tucson.

Key Points: 
  • TUCSON, Ariz., Feb. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- OOROO Auto , the multi-award-winning auto repair and maintenance service provider in Southern Arizona, hosted an open house on Saturday to celebrate the grand opening of their third location, on the east side of Tucson.
  • Attendees were also invited to paint ceramic tiles that will be installed prominently in the front lobby.
  • OOROO Auto is committed to delivering "Auto Repair with Heart," at its shops and by bringing services directly to the customer at home, in the office, or on campus.
  • Currently, more than 36 local employers are enrolled in the program, and Artzi said he expects that number to rise as the subscription service grows.