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LAWMAKERS BEHIND ANTI-LGBTQIA+ BILLS GOT A DOSE OF QUEER LOVE WITH #BURYTHEBILLS CAMPAIGN

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Monday, June 27, 2022

Each "Bill Board" featured a different bill, along with a Flowcode QR code and call-to-action to all those opposing the laws to #BuryTheBills.

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  • Each "Bill Board" featured a different bill, along with a Flowcode QR code and call-to-action to all those opposing the laws to #BuryTheBills.
  • In addition, understanding that state lawmakers legally cannot turn off their fax machines, each action triggered faxes of unapologetic stories of queer love from popular novels to the lawmakers responsible for the bills in an effort to spread love and ultimately change their minds.
  • The #BurytheBills campaign would not have been possible without the use of Flowcode , the offline to online company building direct connections through next generation technology.
  • We do this by producing LGBTQIA+ Pride events that inspire, educate, commemorate, and celebrate our diverse community.

SERENDIPITY3 CREATES FIRST-EVER BOOZY FATHER'S DAY FLOAT FEATURING BUD LIGHT SELTZER HARD SODA

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Tuesday, June 14, 2022

NEW YORK, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- This Father's Day weekend, Serendipity3 restaurant, the legendary New York City landmark restaurant, has a new limited time special treat on the menu for dads, by creating their very first over-the-top and decadent float with booze! Chef Joe Calderone, Creative Director at Serendipity3, is launching the "Spiked Cherry Cola Ice Cream Float", incorporating the loud flavors of Bud Light Seltzer Hard Soda, into this new limited-time dessert offering.

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  • Chef Joe Calderone, Creative Director at Serendipity3, is launching the "Spiked Cherry Cola Ice Cream Float", incorporating the loud flavors of Bud Light Seltzer Hard Soda , into this new limited-time dessert offering.
  • The "Spiked Cherry Cola Ice Cream Float" features Bud Light Seltzer Hard Soda Cherry Cola poured over 2 scoops of Serendipity Brands ' mouthwatering Birthday Cake ice cream flavor and topped with even more ice cream deliciousness of this premiere flavor, whipped cream and a cherry!
  • The float is available to restaurant patrons ages 21+ from Thursday, June 16th until Sunday, June 19th - the perfect way to treat your dad for Father's Day!
  • Located at 225 E 60th Street, Serendipity3 is open seven days a week from 11 a.m. until 11 p.m. EST.

Granite RockOUT Celebrates Pride Month with Pride Flag Raisings and $5,600 Donation to Ryan O'Callaghan Foundation for LGBTQA+ Athletes

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Wednesday, June 8, 2022

QUINCY, Mass., June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Granite Telecommunications, a $1.75 billion provider of communications services to multilocation businesses and government agencies, announced today that the company will celebrate Pride Month by displaying Pride flags at each of Granite's 12 locations around the U.S. and will donate $5,600 to the Ryan O'Callaghan Foundation, which provides scholarships, support and mentorship programs for LGBTQA+ athletes.

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  • Granite also will announce the first recipient of the Allison Ordway Pride Leadership Award as part of planned Pride Month activities organized by the Granite RockOUT internal resource group for diversity and inclusion.
  • "The response from our Granite team members around the country has been enthusiastic and open," said Raul Medina, RockOUT Committee Chair and National Relationship Development Manager at Granite.
  • In June Granite RockOUT also will announce the first recipient of the Allison Ordway Pride Leadership Award, which will be given out monthly to a nominated Granite team member.
  • As part of Pride Month activities, Granite RockOUT will host several events for Granite teammates, including:
    June 10: Keynote Address by Ryan O'Callaghan, founder of the Ryan O'Callaghan Foundation for LGBTQA+ athletes.

bubly™ sparkling water Releases Short Film, "Coming Home," That Honors LGBTQ+ Chosen Families and Safe Spaces Where They Form & Flourish

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Tuesday, June 7, 2022

PURCHASE, N.Y., June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- To honor LGBTQ+ chosen families, bubly™ sparkling water is unveiling a short film, "Coming Home," that showcases an LGBTQ+ nightlife space and the chosen families that find each other there. Chosen families play a critical role for many in the LGBTQ+ community, and they take form in safe spaces where people can come together as their authentic selves without the fear of being exposed to discrimination or harassment, and with the promise of being accepted and celebrated for who they are.

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  • This Pride Month, bubly is honoring and celebrating chosen families with the "Coming Home" release.
  • bublyhas also partnered with actor Brandon Flynn to raise awareness of the importance of chosen families and the significance of experiences like Jac's.
  • "Chosen families provide the luxury of safety and the ability to truly enjoy life, which is a right everyone should have!"
  • "Through 'Coming Home,' our donation to SIGBI and the LGBTQ+ safe spaces we're assisting, bubly is proud to be highlighting safe spaces where chosen families can be free to be who they are."

SAKS FIFTH AVENUE CELEBRATES THE LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY IN HONOR OF PRIDE AND PARTNERS WITH THE STONEWALL INN GIVES BACK INITIATIVE FOR FOURTH CONSECUTIVE YEAR

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Tuesday, May 31, 2022

Saks is also supporting the LGBTQ+ community through a partnership with the Stonewall Inn Gives Back Initiative (SIGBI) for the fourth consecutive year, with a cumulative donation of $245,000.

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  • Saks is also supporting the LGBTQ+ community through a partnership with the Stonewall Inn Gives Back Initiative (SIGBI) for the fourth consecutive year, with a cumulative donation of $245,000.
  • This is the fourth consecutive year of the partnership and in 2022, Saks' support will directly benefit the evolution of the Stonewall Inn's Safe Spaces program.
  • "At Saks, we understand the importance of allyship and are honored to stand with our LGBTQ+ employees, customers and partners.
  • Shop on saks.com and the Saks app, or visit saks.com to find a Saks Fifth Avenue store location near you.

Historic Stonewall Inn Kicks off Pride Month with Safe Spaces Certification Launch Event

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Tuesday, May 31, 2022

NEW YORK, May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Stonewall Inn Gives Back Initiative will be holding its annual Pride Kickoff event on June 1st at The Stonewall Inn. This invite only event will run from Inn from 6PM–9PM and will celebrate the launch of The Stonewall Inn Gives Back Initiative Safe Spaces certification program. The Safe Spaces certification was designed by some of the brightest minds from marginalized communities nationwide and is set to commence this June. This certification will identify everything from entertainment venues to food and beverage locations, stores, and much more, as safe spaces for the LGBTQ+ community. 

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  • NEW YORK, May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Stonewall Inn Gives Back Initiative will be holding its annual Pride Kickoff event on June 1st at The Stonewall Inn.
  • This invite only event will run from Inn from 6PM9PM and will celebrate the launch of The Stonewall Inn Gives Back Initiative Safe Spaces certification program.
  • The Safe Spaces certification was designed by some of the brightest minds from marginalized communities nationwide and is set to commence this June.
  • The Historic Stonewall Inn is also considered the birthplace of the modern LGBTQIA+ rights movement and where Pride began.

Say It Loud: Dockers® Releases 2022 Pride Collection Featuring a Local Artist

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Monday, May 16, 2022

That's what the Dockers brand strives to provide in each of its designs, and in celebration of Pride 2022, the brand is excited to release its 7th Pride collection to date.

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  • That's what the Dockers brand strives to provide in each of its designs, and in celebration of Pride 2022, the brand is excited to release its 7th Pride collection to date.
  • Available starting May 16th, Dockers is launching its latest Pride collection titled "Say It Loud" to honor the LGBTQ+ community.
  • "We were so excited to work with Richard on this collection to celebrate Pride this year, as he is a local artist and long-time friend of the Dockers brand" says Lisa Relth, Director of Design at Dockers.
  • The Dockers "Say It Loud" collection will be available for purchase on Dockers.com through the end of June.

Stonewall Kitchen Announces Opening of First Ever Stonewall Home Company Store

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Friday, April 1, 2022

York, Maine, April 01, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, award-winning specialty food and home goods producer Stonewall Kitchen opened its first ever Stonewall Home Company Store, located at the companys campus headquarters in York, Maine.

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  • York, Maine, April 01, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, award-winning specialty food and home goods producer Stonewall Kitchen opened its first ever Stonewall Home Company Store, located at the companys campus headquarters in York, Maine.
  • Stonewall Kitchen will also feature its Fine Home Keeping line and and its Stonewall Home brand.
  • The Stonewall Home store, along with our flagship Company Store, Caf and beautiful garden will really add to the overall guest experience here on campus.
  • Like its sister stores, the Stonewall Home Company Store has a premium feel, but is designed to look and feel unique.

Electives Raises $8M Series A to Expand Live, Learning Platform Employees Actually Love

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Thursday, March 31, 2022

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220331005172/en/
    The Electives learning platform matches employers with extraordinary teachers based on employee preference data and organizational needs.
  • Over 100 teachers are now available on the platform including professional athletes, top business school professors, improv comedians, FBI agents, social justice advocates, and more.
  • Learning and development opportunities have long been a top request from employees, but the solutions in the market have failed to engage employees.
  • Electives is on a mission to build training employees love from people they will never forget.

Harris Williams Advises Stonewall Kitchen, LLC on its Sale to TA Associates

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Monday, March 14, 2022

Harris Williams , a global investment bank specializing in M&A advisory services, announces it advised Stonewall Kitchen, LLC (Stonewall Kitchen), a portfolio company of Audax Private Equity (Audax), on its sale to TA Associates (TA).

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  • Harris Williams , a global investment bank specializing in M&A advisory services, announces it advised Stonewall Kitchen, LLC (Stonewall Kitchen), a portfolio company of Audax Private Equity (Audax), on its sale to TA Associates (TA).
  • The successful expansion beyond food and into high-growth personal care and home fragrances categories speaks to Stonewall Kitchens platform strength, added Kelly McPhilliamy, a managing director at Harris Williams.
  • For more information on the Harris Williams Consumer Group and recent transactions, visit the Consumer Groups section of the Harris Williams website.
  • Harris Williams is a trade name under which Harris Williams LLC, Harris Williams & Co. Ltd and Harris Williams & Co. Corporate Finance Advisors GmbH conduct business.