Mothers Against Drunk Driving

Hall of Fame Receiver Tim Brown Joins MADD Sports as Advisor to Combat Impaired Driving

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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IRVING, Texas, April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mothers Against Drunk Driving® (MADD) proudly announces Tim Brown, a Pro Football Hall of Fame receiver and former Oakland Raiders legend, as a MADD Sports advisor. Tim Brown will leverage the voice of athletes to focus on ending impaired driving within the sports community.

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  • IRVING, Texas, April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mothers Against Drunk Driving® (MADD) proudly announces Tim Brown, a Pro Football Hall of Fame receiver and former Oakland Raiders legend, as a MADD Sports advisor.
  • Tim Brown will leverage the voice of athletes to focus on ending impaired driving within the sports community.
  • "I am honored to join MADD Sports in their mission to end impaired driving and promote responsible behavior.
  • For media inquiries or interview requests with Tim Brown or MADD representatives, please contact MADD Communications, [email protected] .

Smart Start Promotes Brandy Nannini to Chief Government Affairs Officer

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Friday, March 22, 2024
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GRAPEVINE, Texas, March 22, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Smart Start, a global leader in alcohol monitoring services and technologies, is pleased to announce the promotion of Brandy Nannini to the position of Chief Government Affairs Officer. This strategic move underscores the company's commitment to bolstering its government relations and advocacy efforts in the ongoing battle against impaired driving.

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  • Smart Start, a global leader in alcohol monitoring services, has promoted Brandy Nannini to Chief Government Affairs Officer, affirming its strong commitment to strengthening government relations and advocacy in the fight against impaired driving.
  • GRAPEVINE, Texas, March 22, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Smart Start , a global leader in alcohol monitoring services and technologies, is pleased to announce the promotion of Brandy Nannini to the position of Chief Government Affairs Officer.
  • "Brandy brings a wealth of experience, a broad network of connections, and a proven record of dedication and leadership to her new role," says Matt Strausz, Smart Start's Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
  • Nannini is currently responsible for driving Smart Start's government and special interest initiatives and focusing on the company's legislative efforts in state and federal government.

MADD Warns Drunk Driving Surges up to 40% on Thanksgiving Eve or "Drinksgiving"

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Wednesday, November 22, 2023
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A recent survey conducted by The Harris Poll on behalf of MADD found that more than a third of Americans (34%) -- and 42% of men -- admit to having driven a car after consuming alcohol or other drugs when they weren't entirely sure it was safe for them to get behind the wheel. More than 4 in 5 Americans (84%) worry that they or someone they love could be hit by an impaired driver.

Key Points: 
  • Someone is killed or injured in a drunk driving crash every 79 seconds, a number that rises as much as 40% during the holidays, according to Mothers Against Drunk Driving® (MADD).
  • IRVING, Texas, Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Someone is killed or injured in a drunk driving crash every 79 seconds, a number that rises as much as 40% during the holidays, according to Mothers Against Drunk Driving® (MADD).
  • To reduce those risks, MADD is joining with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration in spreading the message that Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving.
  • Note to editors: MADD CEO Stacey D. Stewart is available for media interviews to discuss this urgent public health issue.

Anheuser-Busch, MADD, and Uber Partner with Flint Hills Beverage of Kansas to Encourage 21+ Fans to 'Decide to Ride' by Planning Ahead for Sober Rides on Game Days

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023
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ST. LOUIS, Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The country's leading brewer, Anheuser-Busch, the nation's largest drunk driving victim services and advocacy nonprofit, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), and ridesharing platform, Uber, are bringing their first-of-its-kind coalition to college communities this fall. As part of the next phase of the Decide to Ride campaign, the coalition is teaming up with Anheuser-Busch wholesaler partner Flint Hills Beverage to help combat drunk driving during the Kansas State Wildcats' 2023 football season. 

Key Points: 
  • This joint effort will meet 21+ fans in the stands to raise awareness and promote road safety by providing educational and ridesharing opportunities, including some locally available discounts on Uber rides.
  • "Anheuser-Busch has been promoting a culture of responsible drinking for over a century, and we know there is still more to be done.
  • To ensure a future with more cheers for all, it's imperative that we help college football fans get home safely.
  • Ahead of the fall football season, we want to make it easy for everyone to Decide to Ride."

Anheuser-Busch, MADD, and Uber Partner with House of LaRose of Ohio to Encourage 21+ Fans to 'Decide to Ride' by Planning Ahead for Sober Rides on Game Days

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023
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ST. LOUIS, Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The country's leading brewer, Anheuser-Busch, the nation's largest drunk driving victim services and advocacy nonprofit, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), and ridesharing platform, Uber, are bringing their first-of-its-kind coalition to college communities this fall. As a part of the next phase of the Decide to Ride campaign, the coalition is teaming up with Anheuser-Busch wholesaler partner House of LaRose to help combat drunk driving during the Kent State Golden Flashes' 2023 football season. 

Key Points: 
  • This joint effort will meet 21+ fans in the stands to raise awareness and promote road safety by providing educational and ridesharing opportunities, including some locally available discounts on Uber rides.
  • "Anheuser-Busch has been promoting a culture of responsible drinking for over a century, and we know there is still more to be done.
  • To ensure a future with more cheers for all, it's imperative that we help college football fans get home safely.
  • Ahead of the fall football season, we want to make it easy for everyone to Decide to Ride."

Anheuser-Busch, MADD, and Uber Partner with Eagle Distributing Co. of Tennessee to Encourage 21+ Fans to 'Decide to Ride' by Planning Ahead for Sober Rides on Game Days

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Thursday, November 16, 2023
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ST. LOUIS, Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The country's leading brewer, Anheuser-Busch, the nation's largest drunk driving victim services and advocacy nonprofit, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), and ridesharing platform, Uber, are bringing their first-of-its-kind coalition to college communities this fall. As a part of the next phase of the Decide to Ride campaign, the coalition is teaming up with Anheuser-Busch wholesaler partner Eagle Distributing Co. to help combat drunk driving during the Tennessee Volunteers' 2023 football season. 

Key Points: 
  • This joint effort will meet 21+ fans in the stands to raise awareness and promote road safety by providing educational and ridesharing opportunities, including some locally available discounts on Uber rides.
  • "Anheuser-Busch has been promoting a culture of responsible drinking for over a century, and we know there is still more to be done.
  • To ensure a future with more cheers for all, it's imperative that we help college football fans get home safely.
  • Ahead of the fall football season, we want to make it easy for everyone to Decide to Ride."

Anheuser-Busch, MADD, and Uber Partner with WR Hickey of Pennsylvania to Encourage 21+ Fans to 'Decide to Ride' by Planning Ahead for Sober Rides on Game Days

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Thursday, November 9, 2023
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ST. LOUIS, Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The country's leading brewer, Anheuser-Busch, the nation's largest drunk driving victim services and advocacy nonprofit, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), and ridesharing platform, Uber, are bringing their first-of-its-kind coalition to college communities this fall. As a part of the next phase of the Decide to Ride campaign, the coalition is teaming up with Anheuser-Busch wholesaler partner WR Hickey to help combat drunk driving during the Penn State Nittany Lions' 2023 football season. 

Key Points: 
  • This joint effort will meet 21+ fans in the stands to raise awareness and promote road safety by providing educational and ridesharing opportunities, including some locally available discounts on Uber rides.
  • To ensure a future with more cheers for all, it's imperative that we help college football fans get home safely.
  • "As the excitement of game day grows, let's keep in mind that the safety of our community comes first."
  • Ahead of the fall football season, we want to make it easy for everyone to Decide to Ride."

Anheuser-Busch, MADD, and Uber Partner with Brown Distributing of Texas to Encourage 21+ Fans to 'Decide to Ride' by Planning Ahead for Sober Rides on Game Days

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Thursday, November 2, 2023
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ST. LOUIS, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The country's leading brewer, Anheuser-Busch, the nation's largest drunk driving victim services and advocacy nonprofit, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), and ridesharing platform, Uber, are bringing their first-of-its-kind coalition to college communities this fall. As a part of the next phase of the Decide to Ride campaign, the coalition is teaming up with Anheuser-Busch wholesaler partner Brown Distributing to help combat drunk driving during the University of Texas Longhorns' 2023 football season. 

Key Points: 
  • This joint effort will meet 21+ fans in the stands to raise awareness and promote road safety by providing educational and ridesharing opportunities, including some locally available discounts on Uber rides.
  • To ensure a future with more cheers for all, it's imperative that we help college football fans get home safely.
  • Brown Distributing has also set up an Uber voucher program to provide $10 off rides around DKR Texas Memorial Stadium throughout the weekend.
  • Ahead of the fall football season, we want to make it easy for everyone to Decide to Ride."

Anheuser-Busch, MADD, and Uber Partner with Hensley Beverage Company of Arizona to Encourage 21+ Fans to 'Decide to Ride' by Planning Ahead for Sober Rides on Game Days

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Thursday, November 2, 2023
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ST. LOUIS, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The country's leading brewer, Anheuser-Busch, the nation's largest drunk driving victim services and advocacy nonprofit, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), and ridesharing platform, Uber, are bringing their first-of-its-kind coalition to college communities this fall. As a part of the next phase of the Decide to Ride campaign, the coalition is teaming up with Anheuser-Busch wholesaler partner Hensley Beverage Company to help combat drunk driving during the Arizona Wildcats' 2023 football season. 

Key Points: 
  • This joint effort will meet 21+ fans in the stands to raise awareness and promote road safety by providing educational and ridesharing opportunities, including some locally available discounts on Uber rides.
  • To ensure a future with more cheers for all, it's imperative that we help college football fans get home safely.
  • "To showcase our commitment, we're teaming up with Anheuser-Busch, MADD, and Uber to promote the Decide to Ride pledge.
  • Ahead of the fall football season, we want to make it easy for everyone to Decide to Ride."

Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Rings the Closing Bell at New York Stock Exchange to "Sound the Alarm" on Halloween Risks

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Saturday, October 28, 2023
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NEW YORK, Oct. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- To kick off Halloween weekend, Mothers Against Drunk Driving® (MADD) today rang the closing bell on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), "sounding the alarm" on the growing dangers of alcohol and drug-impaired driving.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- To kick off Halloween weekend, Mothers Against Drunk Driving® (MADD) today rang the closing bell on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), "sounding the alarm" on the growing dangers of alcohol and drug-impaired driving.
  • More children are killed in car crashes on Halloween than on any other day – making it the deadliest day of the year for young pedestrians.
  • "Someone in the U.S. is killed or injured by impaired driving every 79 seconds, every day of the year.
  • Unfortunately, that number rises on Halloween, making it one of the scariest days to be out on the streets," said MADD CEO Stacey D. Stewart, who rang the closing bell.