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ServisFirst Bank Expands Footprint in Tennessee

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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ServisFirst Bank , a subsidiary of ServisFirst Bancshares (NYSE:SFBS), proudly announces its expansion in the Tennessee region by adding a new office in Memphis, Tennessee.

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  • ServisFirst Bank , a subsidiary of ServisFirst Bancshares (NYSE:SFBS), proudly announces its expansion in the Tennessee region by adding a new office in Memphis, Tennessee.
  • Additionally, ServisFirst Bank Memphis brings on board Megan Latta as Treasury Management Sales and Trudy Griffin as Commercial Client Relationship Associate.
  • "ServisFirst Bank Memphis is thrilled to announce the opening of our new office, bringing together a team of trusted and experienced veteran bankers," states Joel E. Smith, Market President of ServisFirst Bank Memphis.
  • “We are excited to expand our Tennessee footprint with the opening of a new office in Memphis,” states Bradford Vieira, Regional President, and CEO of ServisFirst Bank Tennessee.

TE Connectivity welcomes third class to African Heritage Scholarship Program

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
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SCHAFFHAUSEN, Switzerland, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- TE Connectivity, a world leader in connectors and sensors, will welcome another 10 students this year into its African Heritage Scholarship Program.

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  • SCHAFFHAUSEN, Switzerland, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- TE Connectivity, a world leader in connectors and sensors, will welcome another 10 students this year into its African Heritage Scholarship Program.
  • The $3.5 million program, now in its third year, is an investment in the company's efforts to further diversify its workforce and bring new opportunities in the technology industry to top-performing Black and African American students in the United States.
  • "Inclusion is one of TE's core values and the African Heritage Scholarship Program is a great example of how we are working to further diversify our teams," said CEO Terrence Curtin.
  • "I am excited to see the contributions of this new class of scholars, as well as the people who have completed the program and have chosen to begin their careers at TE."

Jazz Ensemble of Memphis Showcases the Legendary Music Hub's Rising Talents on "Playing in the Yard," Set for Release April 5 on Memphis International Records

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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RICHMOND, Calif., March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The storied musical city of Memphis, Tennessee presents its delegation to the rising generation of cutting-edge jazz artists with "Playing in the Yard," the debut recording by the Jazz Ensemble of Memphis, hitting April 5 on Memphis International Records. An answer record to the revelatory 1959 album "Down Home Reunion: Young Men from Memphis," the new album comprises a summit of five of the city's freshest jazz talents, here playing together for the first time. ("Playing in the Yard" is available on CD as well as blue vinyl.)

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  • Jazz Ensemble of Memphis is a pretty lofty band name, but it's one they live up to.
  • RICHMOND, Calif., March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The storied musical city of Memphis, Tennessee presents its delegation to the rising generation of cutting-edge jazz artists with "Playing in the Yard," the debut recording by the Jazz Ensemble of Memphis , hitting April 5 on Memphis International Records.
  • They're playing for the love of the music and that comes through every note.
  • But if those players were young—Little, the baby of the assemblage, was almost 21—the new Jazz Ensemble of Memphis is younger still.

Marriott Bonvoy Celebrates Passion of Sports Fans With Game Day Rituals Campaign and Contest Ahead of NCAA March Madness Tournament

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
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BETHESDA, Md., Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Marriott Bonvoy® is celebrating its eighth year as the Official Hotel Partner of the NCAA® and the 2024 March Madness® tournament with the launch of its "Score Big with Marriott Bonvoy Game Day Rituals" campaign and contest. Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International's extraordinary portfolio of over 30 hotel brands, award-winning travel program, and endless experiences, has a brand for every type of fan.

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  • Highlighting the passionate enthusiasm of sports fans, Marriott Bonvoy's "Game Day Rituals" campaign features a variety of NCAA athletes2, coaches, and fans as they prepare for games at various Marriott Bonvoy hotels.
  • "Our Game Day Rituals campaign encapsulates the exceptional travel experiences that Marriott Bonvoy provides for travelers, from sports fans to players and coaches alike," said Mandy Gill, Vice President, Continent Marketing, Marriott International.
  • Ahead of the March Madness tournament, Marriott Bonvoy hotels are gearing up to host fans and players alike for their game day getaways.
  • 1The Marriott Game Day Rituals Survey was conducted by Wakefield Research (wakefieldresearch.com) among 1,000 U.S. sports fans with a game day ritual.

Yamaha Proudly Announces its Fourth Annual 40 Under 40 Music Educators List

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
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BUENA PARK, Calif., Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- For the fourth year, Yamaha has selected 40 exceptional music educators under 40, who possesses action, courage, creativity, and growth characteristics while going above and beyond when instructing music programs.

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  • BUENA PARK, Calif., Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- For the fourth year, Yamaha has selected 40 exceptional music educators under 40, who possesses action, courage, creativity, and growth characteristics while going above and beyond when instructing music programs.
  • "Music educators are undertaking some of the most innovative, creative, and impactful programs to make a difference in strengthening and encouraging arts education nationwide," said Heather Mansell, marketing manager, education group at Yamaha Corporation of America.
  • Students, parents, teachers, and local instrument dealers and mentors submitted hundreds of nominations highlighting the positive impact of these music educators on their community and students.
  • "Yamaha shares the same commitment to high-quality, well-rounded music education for all, and we look forward to supporting and encouraging the efforts of these 40 outstanding educators and the thousands more like them across the country."

ZIPS Features Jayden Hardaway, Memphis Tigers Guard, in "Car Wash Convos™"

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
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MEMPHIS, Tenn., Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ZIPS Car Wash (zipscarwash.com) unveiled its latest episode of "Car Wash Convos™" today featuring Jayden Hardaway, University of Memphis Guard.

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  • MEMPHIS, Tenn., Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ZIPS Car Wash (zipscarwash.com) unveiled its latest episode of "Car Wash Convos™" today featuring Jayden Hardaway, University of Memphis Guard.
  • Jayden is interviewed alongside host Sydney Neely, Memphis Tigers In-Arena Host, as he rides through his local ZIPS Car Wash. "Car Wash Convos™" is ZIPS video interview-based approach to name, image, and likeness (NIL) and in this episode Jayden unveils his favorite artists, his hobbies, and his POV on aliens.
  • ZIPS' University of Memphis sponsorship also benefits fans through TIGERS $10 Tuesdays at participating ZIPS locations.
  • Customers can receive $10 Pro Wash with wash code 2023 every Tuesday at any participating ZIPS Car Wash in Memphis.

Season 2 of "Car Wash Convos™" Features Texas Men's Basketball Forward Brock Cunningham

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024
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AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ZIPS "Car Wash Convos™" is back in Austin this week with another ride-along interview featuring Texas Longhorns Men's Basketball forward, Brock Cunningham.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ZIPS "Car Wash Convos™" is back in Austin this week with another ride-along interview featuring Texas Longhorns Men's Basketball forward, Brock Cunningham.
  • Brock's episode was filmed with his host, Texas alum, Ray Villareal, during a car wash at ZIPS in Austin and was released today on YouTube and Instagram.
  • "I love sharing more of my personality with Longhorn Nation and I'm proud to represent my team and my school in this unique approach to NIL," said Brock Cunningham, Texas Longhorns forward.
  • He is currently in his sixth season on the Texas Longhorns Men's Basketball team and has played in 113 career games.

Jervette Ward appointed CCNY Black Studies program director after national search

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Thursday, January 18, 2024
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NEW YORK, Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The City College of New York is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Jervette R. Ward as director of the Black Studies Program in the Division of Humanities and the Arts .

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The City College of New York is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Jervette R. Ward as director of the Black Studies Program in the Division of Humanities and the Arts .
  • After a national search, Dean Renata Kobetts Miller said, "As President of CLA ( College Language Association ), Professor Ward comes to City College as a leader in the profession.
  • We're thrilled to have her directing City College's historic Black Studies Program, and we're looking forward to some exciting developments in the months and years ahead."
  • Ward writes, teaches, and speaks on the power of language and popular culture as avenues for social change.

2024 UCA & UDA COLLEGE CHEERLEADING AND DANCE TEAM NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP HONORS TOP TEAMS

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024
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MEMPHIS, Tenn., Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Varsity Spirit – the global leader in cheerleading, dance team and band apparel, camps and competitions, and a division of Varsity Brands, the market leader in team sports, school spirit and achievement recognition – is pleased to announce that the University of Central Florida, University of South Florida, and University of Memphis cheerleading teams, and Louisiana State University, The Ohio State University, and University of Minnesota dance teams, among others, secured first place finishes at the 2024 UCA and UDA College Cheerleading and Dance Team National Championship, respectively. The elite competition, produced by the Universal Cheerleaders Association (UCA) and Universal Dance Association (UDA), took place on January 12-14, 2024 at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at The Walt Disney World® Resort.

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  • The elite competition, produced by the Universal Cheerleaders Association (UCA) and Universal Dance Association (UDA), took place on January 12-14, 2024 at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at The Walt Disney World® Resort.
  • Last week, college cheerleading and dance teams traveled from across the U.S. to compete at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in hopes of winning a national title.
  • Cheerleading teams are judged on their stunting and tumbling skills, crowd-leading ability, and overall performance, while the dance competition is judged on choreography, technique, execution, and overall effect.
  • "This year's UCA and UDA College Cheerleading and Dance Team National Championship marks our 30th year with our partners at The Walt Disney World Resort," said Bill Seely, President of Varsity Spirit.

Buck Brewer Named Senior Vice President of Sales at Enveyo

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024
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PROVO, Utah, Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Enveyo, the leading provider of logistics data management, visibility, and shipping optimization software, today announced the recent hire of industry expert, Buck Brewer, to the role of Senior Vice President of Sales. With over twenty-five years of global logistics and supply chain experience, Brewer brings immense knowledge and value to the Enveyo team.

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  • PROVO, Utah, Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Enveyo , the leading provider of logistics data management, visibility, and shipping optimization software, today announced the recent hire of industry expert, Buck Brewer, to the role of Senior Vice President of Sales.
  • With over twenty-five years of global logistics and supply chain experience, Brewer brings immense knowledge and value to the Enveyo team.
  • Prior to joining Enveyo, Brewer spent seven years at Green Mountain Technology in various business development roles, most recently as Executive Vice President of Commercial Development.
  • Learn more about Enveyo's logistics optimization software and schedule time with Buck to learn how Enveyo supports leading shippers and 3PLs in optimizing the shipment lifecycle from order through delivery with data-driven technology.