Ryder Cup

Aggreko Named the Official Military Appreciation Partner of THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson on PGA TOUR

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

Aggreko is working with the Salesmanship Club of Dallas (SCD) , which hosts THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson , to sponsor the prestigious golf tournament as the Official Military Appreciation Partner.

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  • Aggreko is working with the Salesmanship Club of Dallas (SCD) , which hosts THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson , to sponsor the prestigious golf tournament as the Official Military Appreciation Partner.
  • As the Military Partner, Aggeko’s support will enable all active duty, reserve, retired, and veteran military personnel, as well as national guard, to receive two complimentary tickets per day to THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson.
  • Military attendees of THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson will also be able to enjoy the Military Outpost, a dedicated hospitality tent located at the 7th tee.
  • Members of the military can visit the tournament’s website to register for their complimentary tickets to THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson.

Perficient Partners with PGA TOUR Player Sepp Straka

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

Perficient, Inc. (Nasdaq: PRFT) (“Perficient”), the leading global digital consultancy transforming the world’s largest enterprises and biggest brands, today announced it has entered into a multi-year, multi-faceted agreement with professional golfer Josef “Sepp” Straka.

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  • Perficient, Inc. (Nasdaq: PRFT) (“Perficient”), the leading global digital consultancy transforming the world’s largest enterprises and biggest brands, today announced it has entered into a multi-year, multi-faceted agreement with professional golfer Josef “Sepp” Straka.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240409100437/en/
    Perficient partners with PGA TOUR player Sepp Straka (Photo: Business Wire)
    “We’re thrilled to partner with Sepp as we continue to expand globally,” said Bill Davis, senior vice president, Perficient.
  • Straka was the first Austrian-born player to earn a PGA TOUR card in 2019, and he represented Austria at the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo.
  • Ranked 29th in the world, Straka is a two-time PGA TOUR winner, with victories coming at the 2022 Honda Classic and the 2023 John Deere Classic.

Introducing New York Golf Club and Player Roster

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240402326760/en/
    New York Golf Club team roster: Cameron Young, Matt Fitzpatrick, Xander Schauffele, Rickie Fowler (Photo: Business Wire)
    New York is synonymous with world class, and its golf scene is no exception.
  • “I am thrilled to be joining New York Golf Club for the inaugural TGL season,” said Fowler.
  • “Working with the team at Cohen Private Ventures on the launch of New York Golf Club has been an incredible experience,” said Fitzpatrick.
  • “Having grown up a New Yorker, first learning to play at Sleepy Hollow, the opportunity to represent New York Golf Club feels surreal,” said Young.

JLab Tees Up Partnerships with PGA TOUR Pros Keegan Bradley & Sepp Straka

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024

San Diego, CA, Jan. 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- JLab today proudly announced it entered multi-year endorsement deals with PGA TOUR pros Keegan Bradley and Sepp Straka.

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  • San Diego, CA, Jan. 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- JLab today proudly announced it entered multi-year endorsement deals with PGA TOUR pros Keegan Bradley and Sepp Straka.
  • Bradley, a formidable force as the 13th ranked golfer in the world with an impressive six PGA TOUR victories and a runner-up finish this year already, is joined by Straka, who is 17th in the world with two PGA TOUR wins.
  • Straka, the lauded Austrian golfer, turned professional after college and made his mark on the PGA TOUR.
  • As the first Austrian to earn a PGA TOUR card, Straka also became the first Austrian to win on the PGA TOUR when he won the Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches in 2022.

Celebrity Golf Tournament Tees Off to Stop Human Trafficking

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Friday, November 17, 2023

Funds raised from the Teeing Off to Stop Human Trafficking Golf Tournament at The Concession Golf Course in Bradenton on Monday will support the statewide effort in Florida to fight human trafficking by helping law enforcement to identify, rescue, and stabilize victims and empower One More Child Anti-Trafficking Mobile Teams to provide critical ongoing support to trafficking survivors on their journey to recovery.

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  • Funds raised from the Teeing Off to Stop Human Trafficking Golf Tournament at The Concession Golf Course in Bradenton on Monday will support the statewide effort in Florida to fight human trafficking by helping law enforcement to identify, rescue, and stabilize victims and empower One More Child Anti-Trafficking Mobile Teams to provide critical ongoing support to trafficking survivors on their journey to recovery.
  • "Florida is the 3rd worst state in the nation for the number of human trafficking reports to the national hotline," said Sara Mahoney, co-chair of the event.
  • With all of us working together, we can serve more trafficking survivors who desperately need the promise of a brighter future.
  • We are doing everything we can to make people aware of the problem of human trafficking.

TrailRunner International and Legends Launch New Sports Industry Advisory Group

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

Strategic communications firm TrailRunner International and global premium experiences company Legends today announced the formation of a new joint venture, TrailRunner Sports.

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  • Strategic communications firm TrailRunner International and global premium experiences company Legends today announced the formation of a new joint venture, TrailRunner Sports.
  • Founded in 2016, TrailRunner International is headquartered in Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas with offices in Dallas/Fort Worth, New York, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, London, Nashville, Shanghai, and Northern California.
  • Both TrailRunner International and Legends have proven, longstanding, and trusted relationships with the world’s most well-known sports brands and leaders globally.
  • “We are very excited to join with Legends, the world’s premier sports and entertainment experiences company, to launch TrailRunner Sports and expand our joint businesses further into the global sports industry,” said Jim Wilkinson, Executive Chairman of TrailRunner International.

Ralph Lauren Reports Second Quarter Fiscal 2024 Results Ahead of Expectations

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

In the second quarter of Fiscal 2024, revenue increased 3% to $1.6 billion on a reported basis and was up 2% in constant currency.

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  • In the second quarter of Fiscal 2024, revenue increased 3% to $1.6 billion on a reported basis and was up 2% in constant currency.
  • Operating income for the second quarter of Fiscal 2024 was $164 million and operating margin was 10.1% on a reported basis.
  • Net income in the second quarter of Fiscal 2024 was $147 million, or $2.19 per diluted share on a reported basis.
  • To access the conference call, listeners should dial in by 8:45 A.M. Eastern and request to be connected to the Ralph Lauren Second Quarter 2024 conference call.

Legends Announces Acquisition of ASM Global

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

Legends and ASM Global today announced the signing of a definitive agreement under which Legends will acquire ASM Global to create a premium live events company dedicated to providing outstanding experiences for fans around the world.

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  • Legends and ASM Global today announced the signing of a definitive agreement under which Legends will acquire ASM Global to create a premium live events company dedicated to providing outstanding experiences for fans around the world.
  • “Legends and ASM Global are both deeply client-centric and fan-focused and together we will deliver maximum value for our global client roster with even greater support and service options,” said Shervin Mirhashemi, CEO of Legends.
  • ASM Global manages a portfolio of live event entertainment venues worldwide and provides best-in-class venue operation and content and event booking.
  • As part of the transaction, current ASM Global equity holders Onex and AEG will sell their ownership interests.

Final 10 teams announced for inaugural Grant Thornton Invitational

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

Tournament officials today announced the remaining 10 teams that will compete in the Grant Thornton Invitational set to debut December 8-10, 2023, at the Tiburón Golf Club in Naples, Florida.

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  • Tournament officials today announced the remaining 10 teams that will compete in the Grant Thornton Invitational set to debut December 8-10, 2023, at the Tiburón Golf Club in Naples, Florida.
  • “Interest from professionals on both tours was incredibly strong, and we are thrilled with the compelling mixed teams and world-class players heading to Naples this December,” said Rob Hartman, Grant Thornton Invitational Tournament Director.
  • More information on the format can be found here: Grant Thornton Invitational golf tournament unveils three distinct formats for mixed-team play .
  • For Grant Thornton Invitational tickets and additional information, visit the official tournament website: grantthorntoninvitational.com .

SoFi & TMRW Sports Announce Long-Term Partnership Including Presenting Sponsor of TGL & Venue Naming Rights Partner

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

SoFi will become presenting sponsor of TGL, the new tech-forward, primetime, team golf league developed by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy’s TMRW Sports.

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  • SoFi will become presenting sponsor of TGL, the new tech-forward, primetime, team golf league developed by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy’s TMRW Sports.
  • This announcement was made by Anthony Noto, CEO, SoFi and Mike McCarley, founder and CEO, TMRW Sports and TGL.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231003862844/en/
    SoFi will become presenting sponsor of TGL, the new tech-forward, primetime, team golf league developed by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy’s TMRW Sports.
  • We’re thrilled to be partnering to bring SoFi Center and TGL to life.”
    “As our first and largest commercial partner, we’re honored to welcome SoFi as TGL’s presenting sponsor and our naming rights partner on SoFi Center.