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Fortune Names New Editorial Leadership and Advisory Board for Brainstorm Tech Franchise Ahead of 2024 Summit in Park City, Utah, July 15 - 17

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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NEW YORK, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Fortune Media announced Andrew Nusca as the new Editorial Director of its Brainstorm Tech franchise, the 23-year-old flagship event where the top technology and media leaders, operators, entrepreneurs, innovators, and influencers assemble for a dynamic exchange of ideas. Fortune also created a new advisory board for Brainstorm Tech – its BrainTRUST – to help power this year's summit in Park City, Utah, July 15 to 17.

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  • Fortune also created a new advisory board for Brainstorm Tech – its BrainTRUST – to help power this year's summit in Park City, Utah, July 15 to 17.
  • Maryam Banikarim, Managing Director, Fortune Live Media, responsible for the Brainstorm Tech global franchise, said: "We are thrilled to welcome Andrew back to Fortune.
  • Early confirmed sponsors for Brainstorm Tech 2024 include KPMG and the New York Stock Exchange, both returning as sponsors of the annual summit.
  • For more dates and information on the Brainstorm Tech 2024 summit: Fortune Brainstorm Tech 2024 .

Sports, Media, and Entertainment Veterans Ariana Rae Diverio and Laura Miranda Launch B. Partners, a Revolutionary Revenue Strategy Consulting Firm

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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NEW YORK, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sports, media, and entertainment industry leaders Ariana Rae Diverio and Laura Miranda announce the formal launch of B. Partners, a boutique commercial strategy consulting firm, as part of the underdog & company family of next-gen sports and entertainment marketing agencies. underdog & company, backed by NewSpring Holdings, also includes Underdog Venture Team and Altius Sports Partners.

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  • Backed by underdog & company, client roster includes The Clippers's Intuit Dome,
    NEW YORK, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sports, media, and entertainment industry leaders Ariana Rae Diverio and Laura Miranda announce the formal launch of B.
  • Partners , a boutique commercial strategy consulting firm, as part of the underdog & company family of next-gen sports and entertainment marketing agencies.
  • Partners excels in pioneering out-of-home media, sponsorship, and integrated marketing solutions that create substantial recurring revenue streams for sports, media, and entertainment enterprises.
  • "Our strategy goes beyond selling existing assets, we partner with our clients to develop creative solutions that drive revenue, engagement, and unprecedented returns."

Most Enterprises Will Begin to Address Customer Experience Visibility by 2027, ISG Expert Says

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
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Two-thirds of organizations will begin to streamline analytics, performance and customer data integration efforts by 2027 for better visibility into customer experience and to boost customer loyalty and value, says an expert with leading global technology research and advisory firm Information Services Group ( ISG ) (Nasdaq: III ) and chair of an upcoming ISG event.

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  • Two-thirds of organizations will begin to streamline analytics, performance and customer data integration efforts by 2027 for better visibility into customer experience and to boost customer loyalty and value, says an expert with leading global technology research and advisory firm Information Services Group ( ISG ) (Nasdaq: III ) and chair of an upcoming ISG event.
  • “Customer engagement has often been viewed as a costly necessity that needs to be contained, when, in reality, customer experiences have a direct impact on revenue,” said Keith Dawson, ISG research director and chair of the upcoming ISG Xperience Summit.
  • “AI has already established itself as a powerful presence in the customer experience.
  • By 2025, our research finds seven in 10 customer service interactions will be some combination of automated conversational self-service and live agents.

COMETH STUDIO LAUNCHES COSMIK BATTLE, THE NEXT GENERATION TRADING CARD GAME, ON EPIC GAMES STORE

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
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PARIS, Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cometh Studio is thrilled to announce that Cosmik Battle, the next generation Trading Card Game, is now available on Epic Games Store, Ultra and Hyperplay as Early Access.

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  • PARIS, Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cometh Studio is thrilled to announce that Cosmik Battle, the next generation Trading Card Game, is now available on Epic Games Store, Ultra and Hyperplay as Early Access.
  • Cosmik Battle redefines the Trading Card Game genre by blasting players into intense, turn-based combat with innovative mechanics.
  • As players jump into fast-paced intergalactic warfare, Cosmik Battle truly delivers on the trading promise.
  • Soon after launch, Cosmik Battle will also arrive on Google Play Store and Apple Store with full crossplay PC / Mobile.

Beyond Type 1 Announces New Board Members and Executive Team

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Thursday, February 15, 2024
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SAN MATEO, Calif., Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Beyond Type 1 today announced three new board members and four new executives to lead the organization as it grows its program, community, and partner network in 2024.

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  • "Their diverse expertise and unwavering dedication to serving people with diabetes will be instrumental in driving our initiatives forward.
  • They each share an important passion and personal connection to the work of Beyond Type 1."
  • The new members of Beyond Type 1's Board of Directors comprise a diverse set of senior leaders across multiple industries who are all united in their commitment to fighting diabetes.
  • Beyond Type 1 also welcomed four accomplished executives to its leadership team , bringing decades of combined expertise across healthcare, technology, marketing, creative, and operations.

2024 Game Developers Choice Awards Honors Iconic Composer Yoko Shimomura With Lifetime Achievement Award and Industry Veteran Fawzi Mesmar With Ambassador Award

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Friday, February 9, 2024
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Lifetime Achievement Award honoree Yoko Shimomura is a respected Japanese composer and pianist who has delighted players across the world thanks to her work on many iconic game soundtracks.

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  • Lifetime Achievement Award honoree Yoko Shimomura is a respected Japanese composer and pianist who has delighted players across the world thanks to her work on many iconic game soundtracks.
  • Fawzi Mesmar, recipient of this year’s Ambassador Award, is an award-winning creative director, game designer, author, public speaker and mentor whose career has spanned over two decades in the games industry.
  • Recipients of the Lifetime Achievement and Ambassador Awards were chosen by this year’s Game Developers Choice Editorial Committee, following suggestions from the International Choice Awards Network (ICAN).
  • For more details on the Game Developers Conference, please visit the GDC’s official website , or subscribe to regular updates via Facebook , Twitter , or RSS.

Julius Genachowski and Dawn Ostroff Join Mattel Board of Directors

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
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Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) announced today that Julius Genachowski and Dawn Ostroff have joined the Company’s Board of Directors, effective February 5, 2024.

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  • Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) announced today that Julius Genachowski and Dawn Ostroff have joined the Company’s Board of Directors, effective February 5, 2024.
  • Mr. Genachowski brings to Mattel extensive experience in technology, media and telecom, including internet and digital communications policy, cybersecurity, and privacy.
  • Mr. Genachowski is Chairman of the Board of Directors of Sonos and serves on the Board of Mastercard.
  • Ynon Kreiz, Chairman and CEO of Mattel, said: “Julius and Dawn are globally respected leaders in media, entertainment, and technology and we are thrilled to welcome them to Mattel’s Board of Directors.

ELEVATE LAUNCHES GLOBAL TALENT ADVISORY PRACTICE, SOURCING LEADERS AND OPTIMIZING PERFORMANCE FOR THE WORLD'S MOST COMPELLING CONSUMER BRANDS

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
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NEW YORK, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Elevate, a full-service consulting firm that works with high-performing organizations in sports and beyond to deliver a competitive edge in the battle for customers' precious time and attention, announces the launch of Elevate Talent. 

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  • A new executive search and global talent advisory practice, Elevate Talent supports ambitious companies to optimize organizational performance and source exceptional leaders from across sports, entertainment, media, lifestyle, technology, and gaming, to meet the complex challenges of today's highly disruptive consumer environment.
  • Elevate Talent responds directly to the pressure on consumer brands to create the highest quality products, the most dynamic and engaging experiences, and standout cultural moments.
  • That means attracting and retaining the very best people and optimizing talent to catalyze success.
  • Liz Moulton, Chief People Officer and Chairman of Elevate Talent, commented: "Elevate Talent offers exceptional client and candidate experiences through our insight-led, consultative approach to optimizing talent.

ELEVATE LAUNCHES GLOBAL TALENT ADVISORY PRACTICE, SOURCING LEADERS AND OPTIMIZING PERFORMANCE FOR THE WORLD'S MOST COMPELLING CONSUMER BRANDS

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
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NEW YORK, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Elevate, a full-service consulting firm that works with high-performing organizations in sports and beyond to deliver a competitive edge in the battle for customers' precious time and attention, announces the launch of Elevate Talent. 

Key Points: 
  • A new executive search and global talent advisory practice, Elevate Talent supports ambitious companies to optimize organizational performance and source exceptional leaders from across sports, entertainment, media, lifestyle, technology, and gaming, to meet the complex challenges of today's highly disruptive consumer environment.
  • Elevate Talent responds directly to the pressure on consumer brands to create the highest quality products, the most dynamic and engaging experiences, and standout cultural moments.
  • That means attracting and retaining the very best people and optimizing talent to catalyze success.
  • Liz Moulton, Chief People Officer and Chairman of Elevate Talent, commented: "Elevate Talent offers exceptional client and candidate experiences through our insight-led, consultative approach to optimizing talent.

PlayVS and the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) Network Sign Multi-Year Partnership to Expand Varsity Esports Across the U.S.

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PlayVS the leading esports platform for high school leagues in North America, has announced that it has extended its official partnership with the National Federation of High School Associations (NFHS) Network through 2028. In partnership with the NFHS Network, PlayVS will expand its mission to bring the powerful benefits of esports to students everywhere.

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  • In partnership with the NFHS Network, PlayVS will expand its mission to bring the powerful benefits of esports to students everywhere.
  • Since partnering in 2018, PlayVS and the NFHS Network have propelled high school esports into the mainstream.
  • Together, the two have transformed high school esports into one of the fastest-growing sports in the country.
  • Nearly half (45%) of surveyed players say that esports are their very first experience participating in an extracurricular school activity.