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DICK'S House of Sport Announces Partnership with Three-Time NFL Defensive Player of the Year J.J. Watt

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Monday, March 18, 2024
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PITTSBURGH, March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, DICK'S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) announced that DICK'S House of Sport is partnering with former NFL star and current CBS studio analyst, J.J. Watt. To celebrate the partnership, DICK'S House of Sport released a new digital ad spot starring Watt and produced by OBB branded, a division of OBB Media, titled, J.J.'s House.

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  • To celebrate the partnership, DICK'S House of Sport released a new digital ad spot starring Watt and produced by OBB branded, a division of OBB Media , titled, J.J.'s House .
  • J.J.'s House, which started running across digital, social, and streaming services today, is humorous, documentary-style content that shows Watt sneaking into a House of Sport store after-hours.
  • In the ad, Watt pitches DICK'S House of Sport as the ultimate destination for sport as he highlights and demonstrates the unique experiences and products offered in-store.
  • "When I am in a DICK'S House of Sport, I feel like a kid in a candy store.

Fortune Launches First Innovation Forum in Hong Kong March 27- 28

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Friday, March 15, 2024
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HONG KONG, March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Fortune announced today the launch of the Fortune Innovation Forum, an all-new global conference series with a spotlight on Asia, scheduled to take place in Hong Kong, March 27 - 28. Fortune considers Hong Kong, a leading international financial center and innovation and technology hub, as an ideal location to launch this new event series.

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  • Fortune considers Hong Kong, a leading international financial center and innovation and technology hub, as an ideal location to launch this new event series.
  • The inaugural Fortune Innovation Forum Hong Kong will bring together experts, investors, and leaders of the world's largest companies to share insights on the forces reshaping the global economy.
  • The Fortune Innovation Forum is supported by Brand Hong Kong and the Hong Kong Tourism Board.
  • Clay Chandler, Fortune Executive Editor, Asia and Chair, Fortune Innovation Forum, said, "The Fortune Innovation Forum will bring together a unique combination of executives, investors, and experts to share insights at a critical moment in the evolution of the global economy.

UNCLE NEAREST CEO FAWN WEAVER'S "LOVE & WHISKEY" SHATTERS PRE-PUBLICATION SALES EXPECTATIONS, ECLIPSING NATIONAL BESTSELLERS FOUR MONTHS AHEAD OF RELEASE

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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NEW YORK, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Melcher Media, the distinguished book producer and publisher of over 30 New York Times bestselling books known for its bespoke and exquisitely crafted titles for the world's most renowned celebrities and brands—including Oprah Winfrey, Kobe Bryant, J.J. Abrams, Lexus, Nike, and Microsoft—announced today that its newest title by New York Times bestselling author and Uncle Nearest founder and CEO, Fawn Weaver, Love & Whiskey: The Remarkable True Story of Jack Daniel, His Master Distiller Nearest Green, and the Improbable Rise of Uncle Nearest, appears destined for national bestseller status four months prior to release.

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  • The book cover, which Weaver unveiled for the first time alongside actor Jeffrey Wright on CBS' "The Talk" on February 22, generated significant buzz online.
  • Wright first shared the story of Jack Daniel and Nearest Green in a 2017 short film titled " The Story of Nearest Green " and the producers of The Talk confirmed the aligned booking was purely serendipitous.
  • This milestone event marked an exciting moment in the book's journey toward publication, set for June 18, 2024.
  • And for the first time, I was being forced to see it in another light," Weaver began in describing what made her write this book.

THE HOME DEPOT ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH NCAA ®, COMBINING THE FANDOM OF MARCH MADNESS ® WITH THE SATISFACTION OF DIY

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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ATLANTA, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Home Depot is expanding its collegiate sports footprint by becoming an official corporate partner of the National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA), just in time for March Madness. Through the partnership, The Home Depot will have rights across all 90 NCAA championships, including the women's and men's Division I basketball tournaments, creating a game-winning combination during spring, the retailer's busiest selling season. 

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  • Just before the NCAA tournament tips off on the first day of spring, The Home Depot will launch its "How to March Madness" campaign on Selection Sunday.
  • "We've had a long-standing commitment to collegiate sports, and we're excited to add the NCAA and its March Madness tournaments to our roster.
  • "We appreciate Home Depot extending its support of college student-athletes to NCAA Championships, which includes March Madness.
  • For more information on The Home Depot and NCAA partnership, please visit homedepot.com or follow along on Instagram .

UNCF’s 11th Annual New Orleans Mayor’s Masked Ball Huge Success

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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NEW ORLEANS, LA, March 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As a major event during its yearlong 80th anniversary celebration, UNCF (United Negro College Fund) hosted its 11th annual New Orleans Mayor’s Masked Ball on Saturday, March 2, 2024, at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans.

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  • NEW ORLEANS, LA, March 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As a major event during its yearlong 80th anniversary celebration, UNCF (United Negro College Fund) hosted its 11th annual New Orleans Mayor’s Masked Ball on Saturday, March 2, 2024, at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans.
  • In addition to the Hyatt Regency New Orleans, like past years, local sponsors contributed towards the success of this event.
  • “Events like the New Orleans Mayor’s Masked Ball help us do just that,” said Therese Badon, senior vice president, development and special events divisions, UNCF.
  • For more information on the New Orleans Mayor’s Masked Ball and future sponsorship opportunities, call 504.581.3794 or email [email protected] .

Gray Television Partners with Leading Broadcasters to Bring Cleveland Cavaliers Games Back to Free Over-The-Air Television Across Ohio

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Friday, March 1, 2024
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“We are excited to share that in addition to airing these five games on Gray’s WUAB in Cleveland and WXIX in Cincinnati, Gray has partnered with local television broadcasters to expand the coverage of Cavaliers basketball throughout the region.

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  • “We are excited to share that in addition to airing these five games on Gray’s WUAB in Cleveland and WXIX in Cincinnati, Gray has partnered with local television broadcasters to expand the coverage of Cavaliers basketball throughout the region.
  • This is a significant victory for the Cavaliers and sports fans throughout the region,” said Matt Moran, Senior Managing Vice President for Gray Television.
  • Serena Winters and Cayleigh Griffin will remain as sideline reporter and co-host of Cavaliers Live, respectively.
  • More information about these games and how to access the games in your market can be found on cavs.com/broadcast and cleveland19.com/free.

“A Mind Is…”® New York Gala to Celebrate UNCF’s 80th Anniversary

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
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New York, NY, Feb. 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UNCF (United Negro College Fund) will celebrate its milestone 80th anniversary during “A Mind Is…”® Gala at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York City on Thursday, March 21, 2024.

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  • New York, NY, Feb. 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UNCF (United Negro College Fund) will celebrate its milestone 80th anniversary during “A Mind Is…”® Gala at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York City on Thursday, March 21, 2024.
  • The New York “A Mind Is…”® Gala will recognize outstanding partners who help the organization effectuate this mission.
  • Proceeds from the gala will support UNCF-member HBCUs and college students from across New York and the United States.
  • Events like our ‘A Mind Is…’ New York Gala help us do just that,” said Lomax.

tvScientific Announces $9.4 Million Convertible Note led by S4S Ventures to Accelerate Growth and Development

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
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With tvScientific, advertisers can buy and execute performance CTV campaigns with major inventory partners, including Paramount+, Hulu, Discovery, ABC, CBS and NBC.

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  • With tvScientific, advertisers can buy and execute performance CTV campaigns with major inventory partners, including Paramount+, Hulu, Discovery, ABC, CBS and NBC.
  • This opens up an entirely new cohort of advertisers for TV publishers” said Jason Fairchild, Co-Founder and CEO of tvScientific.
  • “Google and Meta have fueled meteoric growth in advertising precisely because of their precision targeting and outcome-based measurement.
  • Consumers now dictate how they want to consume media and this partnership aligns with the evolving preferences of today's audiences."

Dynasty Financial Partners Salutes Women in Wealth Management with its New ‘Trailblazer Series’

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
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In honor of Women’s History Month, Dynasty Financial Partners is proud to unveil The Dynasty Women’s Network (“DWN”) Trailblazer Series, celebrating the women of Dynasty and its Network of firms.

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  • In honor of Women’s History Month, Dynasty Financial Partners is proud to unveil The Dynasty Women’s Network (“DWN”) Trailblazer Series, celebrating the women of Dynasty and its Network of firms.
  • Angela Gingras, Chief Operating Officer of Dynasty Financial Partners, has spent her career in financial services, 22 years of which she spent at Raymond James before joining Dynasty.
  • Samantha Sullivan, Director of Operations at Dynasty Financial Partners, began her career working with teams of wealth management advisors in Florida, Georgia, and New York before joining Dynasty to manage the Dynasty Turnkey Asset Management Program.
  • Throughout his career, Dynasty Founder and CEO Shirl Penney has been a fierce advocate for women within the male-dominated wealth management industry.

Nexstar Media Names Chris Pruitt as Vice President and General Manager of Its Springfield, Missouri Broadcast and Digital Operations

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Monday, February 19, 2024
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Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NXST), announced today that it has named Chris Pruitt as Vice President and General Manager of its broadcast and digital operations in Springfield, Missouri (DMA #73), responsible for the long range planning and day-to-day operations of KRBK-TV (FOX), KOZL-TV (MyNet), Ozarksfirst.com, and their related digital and social media channels.

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  • Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NXST), announced today that it has named Chris Pruitt as Vice President and General Manager of its broadcast and digital operations in Springfield, Missouri (DMA #73), responsible for the long range planning and day-to-day operations of KRBK-TV (FOX), KOZL-TV (MyNet), Ozarksfirst.com, and their related digital and social media channels.
  • In his new role, he will also oversee Nexstar’s operational agreements with Mission Broadcasting, Inc., to provide services for KOLR-TV (CBS).
  • Mr. Pruitt will assume his new responsibilities immediately and report to Mike Vaughn, Senior Vice President and Regional Manager for Nexstar’s broadcasting division.
  • I am just as happy to be joining our broadcast and digital teams in Springfield, and look forward to forging a deep relationship with the community.