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STARRY™ Suits Up as the New Official Soft Drink of the NBA, WNBA and NBA G League

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Wednesday, February 1, 2023

PURCHASE, N.Y., Feb. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- STARRY, PepsiCo's newly unveiled lemon lime flavored soda, will become the official soft drink of the NBA, the WNBA and NBA G League in North America. Capitalizing on the leagues' successful partnership with MTN DEW, STARRY will leverage the platform of the biggest weekend in basketball to make a splash, becoming the title partner of the NBA All-Star 3-Point Contest, which takes place on Feb. 18 in Salt Lake City, Utah, live on TNT at 8 p.m. ET.

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  • STARRY will premiere its all-new commercial during NBA All-Star 2023, featuring notable talent, along with a couple surprise appearances that fans are going to love.
  • "STARRY will bring a fresh perspective to the NBA, WNBA and NBA G League and help elevate the game's most exciting moments."
  • "We are thrilled to welcome STARRY to the NBA, WNBA and NBA G League as the leagues' new official soft drink," said Tara Mulcahy, head of marketing partnerships at the NBA.
  • PepsiCo signed on with the NBA, WNBA and NBA G League as the official food and beverage partner in 2015 in a deal that includes Aquafina, Brisk, Doritos, Gatorade and Ruffles.

CarGurus Underscores the “Get it With Gurus” Feeling of Confidence and Ease in New Brand Creative

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Wednesday, February 1, 2023

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Feb. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CarGurus (Nasdaq: CARG), the No. 1 visited digital auto platform for shopping, buying, and selling new and used vehicles1, today released its new brand campaign tapping into consumer desire for more choice, convenience, confidence, and optimism in their buying and selling journey. The “Get it with Gurus” campaign emphasizes the powerful tools available to help consumers navigate an ever-evolving car market with certainty and ease — whether it’s giving them access to the largest selection of vehicles online, the insights and details to get a great deal when they buy or sell, or the convenience of starting their purchase online before heading to the dealer.

Key Points: 
  • “From researching and shopping, to buying, financing, or selling, the automotive journey is a personal, boundless adventure with no one-size-fits-all approach.
  • “At CarGurus, we recognize a pain point for consumers in that they are seeking more control and confidence in the shopping, buying, and selling journey.
  • “Our goal was to bring the CarGurus customer experience to life in a way that puts the feeling of confidence of buying or selling a car at the center of the work.
  • View the full campaign video library here: https://cargur.us/VF2Rn
    Follow #GetItWithGurus and #CarGurus to see the campaign come life on social media.

UK Carrier Profiles Report 2022: Analysis of 15 Main Operators in 11 Groups which Serve the UK Parcels Market - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, December 23, 2022

The "UK Carrier Profiles 2022" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "UK Carrier Profiles 2022" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The UK Carrier Profiles 2022 report profiles the 15 main operators in 11 groups which serve the UK parcels market.
  • Despite some consolidation in recent years, there are still 11 groups operating significant parcels networks in the UK, with several others also involved.
  • During the same period, FedEx Express UK Transportation (formerly TNT) and FedEx UK have seen their parcels revenues decrease.

Jackpot.com Announces Karina Kogan as New Board Member

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Tuesday, December 20, 2022

Jackpot.com, the online lottery ticket platform, announced today the appointment of Karina Kogan to its Board of Directors.

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  • Jackpot.com, the online lottery ticket platform, announced today the appointment of Karina Kogan to its Board of Directors.
  • Kogan will advise Jackpot.com across its marketing and branding strategy, including new market entry, product marketing, and brand marketing.
  • Karina Kogan was previously Chief Marketing Officer at Oura, maker of the award-winning Oura Ring and connected app, that earlier this year announced its sale of over one million rings and a $2.5B valuation.
  • Jackpot.com CEO and co-founder Akshay Khanna said: “We are thrilled to bring Karina onto Jackpot.com’s Board of Directors.

HGTV DREAM HOME 2023 GIVEAWAY IN MORRISON, COLORADO, NOW OPEN FOR ENTRIES

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Friday, December 23, 2022

NEW YORK, Dec. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Beginning at 9 a.m. ET today, December 23, 2022, through 5 p.m. ET on Thursday, February 16, 2023, fans can enter for their chance to win the HGTV® Dream Home 2023 located in Morrison, CO. The prize package, valued at over $2.7 Million, includes the brand new, fully furnished home, an all-new Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe and $100,000 from Ally. Eligible fans can enter for a chance to win twice per day at HGTV.com and FoodNetwork.com, where they will also find full details and the official rules, as well as additional home features.

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  • ET on Thursday, February 16, 2023, fans can enter for their chance to win the HGTV® Dream Home 2023 located in Morrison, CO.
  • An adventurer's dream, Morrison provides camping at Bear Creek Lake, world-class hiking through Jackson County, fishing, and scenic drives, making it perfect to enjoy activities year-round.
  • Viewers can tune-in to the one-hour special HGTV Dream Home 2023 on Sunday, January 1, 2023 at 10 p.m.
  • ET on HGTV and on discovery+ and HGTV GO on Monday, January 2, 2023.

WARNER BROS. DISCOVERY CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER GUNNAR WIEDENFELS TO PRESENT AT THE CITI 2023 COMMUNICATIONS, MEDIA & ENTERTAINMENT CONFERENCE

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Thursday, December 22, 2022

Key Points: 
  • Discovery (Nasdaq: WBD) today announced that its Chief Financial Officer Gunnar Wiedenfels will present at Citi's 2023 Communications, Media & Entertainment Conference on Thursday, January 5, 2023 at 11:30 a.m.
  • A link to the live webcast of the presentation will be available in the "Investor Relations" section of Warner Bros.
  • Warner Bros.
  • Available in more than 220 countries and territories and 50 languages, Warner Bros.

Blue Origin, SMAC Productions, and Genius Brands to Develop and Produce “BLUE ORIGIN SPACE RANGERS,” A Children’s Animated Adventure Series

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Monday, December 12, 2022

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., Dec. 12, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Genius Brands (“Genius Brands”) (NASDAQ: GNUS), Blue Origin, and SMAC Productions, today announced plans to develop and produce Blue Origin Space Rangers, an epic animated space adventure series for kids and families, designed to inspire the next generation for the benefit of Earth.

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  • BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., Dec. 12, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Genius Brands (“Genius Brands”) (NASDAQ: GNUS), Blue Origin, and SMAC Productions, today announced plans to develop and produce Blue Origin Space Rangers, an epic animated space adventure series for kids and families, designed to inspire the next generation for the benefit of Earth.
  • The series will star a diverse group of global youth and include appearances by Michael Strahan and Blue Origin founder Jeff Bezos.
  • Constance Schwartz-Morini of SMAC Productions and Andy Heyward of Genius Brands will serve as executive producers of the series.
  • “Partnering with Blue Origin and SMAC Productions will create multiple touchpoints for kids and families to explore, learn, and deliver a one-of-a-kind space experience.

PlayOn! Sports Announces Matt Hong As President & Chief Operating Officer

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Thursday, December 15, 2022

ATLANTA, Dec. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PlayOn! Sports, a leader in streaming live and on-demand high school sports operating the NFHS Network, and GoFan, a leading high school ticketing solution in the United States, announced today the hiring of former Turner Sports COO Matt Hong as its President & Chief Operating Officer. In this newly created role, Hong will oversee day-to-day operations for PlayOn! Sports.

Key Points: 
  • Sports, a leader in streaming live and on-demand high school sports operating the NFHS Network, and GoFan, a leading high school ticketing solution in the United States, announced today the hiring of former Turner Sports COO Matt Hong as its President & Chief Operating Officer.
  • He additionally oversaw 24x7 properties including NBA TV, Bleacher Report, NBA Digital, NCAA Digital, SI Digital, NASCAR.com, PGATOUR.com, PGA.com, and GOLF.com.
  • Prior to joining Turner Sports in 2008, Hong held executive positions at Thomson Learning and AOL.
  • In his new role, Hong will report to Rudolph and will work alongside BJ Pilling, President & Chief Commercial Officer of PlayOn!

BASKETBALL HALL OF FAME INDUCTEE, TWO-TIME OLYMPIC GOLD MEDALIST, AND WNBA GREAT, LYNETTE WOODARD, RETURNS TO THE HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS AS SPECIAL ADVISOR

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Wednesday, December 14, 2022

ATLANTA, Dec. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Keith Dawkins, President of the Harlem Globetrotters and Herschend Entertainment Studios, announced today at the organization's annual Training Camp, that Lynette Woodard, the first woman to ever join the world-famous Harlem Globetrotters, returns to the team this winter as a Special Advisor to the President.

Key Points: 
  • Lynette Woodard, the first woman to join Harlem Globetrotters, returns this winter as Special Advisor to the President.
  • Ms. Woodard, is also a two-time Olympic Gold Medalist, a former WNBA great, and a member of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, and the first female player for the Harlem Globetrotters.
  • "A seed was planted when I became the first female to join the Harlem Globetrotters.
  • Lynette Woodard became the first woman to ever play for a men's professional basketball team when she signed with the Harlem Globetrotters in October 19851987.

HGTV UNVEILS THE HGTV DREAM HOME 2023 IN MORRISON, COLORADO

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Thursday, December 1, 2022

NEW YORK, Dec. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- HGTV, a member of the Warner Bros. Discovery family of brands, today opened the doors to the HGTV® Dream Home 2023, a newly built, fully furnished home located in Morrison, CO. The winner of the sweepstakes will receive the keys to the home, which includes all of the furnishings, an all-new Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe and $100,000 from Ally, a prize package valued at over $2.7 million.

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  • "This year's HGTV Dream Home is designed around the natural splendor of Morrison, with outdoor space that truly feels like a secluded, spectacular oasis," said Flynn.
  • The official entry period of the HGTV Dream Home 2023 is 9 a.m.
  • Viewers can tune-in to the one-hour special HGTV Dream Home 2023 on Sunday, January 1, 2023 at 10 p.m.
  • ET on HGTV and on discovery+ and HGTV GO on Monday, January 2, 2023.