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Impact Podcast with John Shegerian Announces February Guest Lineup of ESG All-Stars

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

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Impact Podcast with John Shegerian has announced its roster of guests for February, featuring a who’s who of ESG, sustainability and corporate responsibility all-stars from many of the world’s leading brands.

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Impact Podcast with John Shegerian has announced its roster of guests for February, featuring a who’s who of ESG, sustainability and corporate responsibility all-stars from many of the world’s leading brands.
The Webby Award honored show is hosted by John Shegerian, Co-Founder, Chairman and CEO of ERI , the nation’s leading fully integrated IT and electronics asset disposition provider and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company.
Impact Podcast guests are invited to share with listeners first-hand accounts of how they are able to help make the world a better place on a daily basis.
“Our Impact Podcast roster of guests features leaders who work every day to help make our world a better place.

ESPN's Jay Bilas Joins Washington Speakers Bureau as an Exclusive Speaker on Leadership, Team Building and Excellence

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

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WASHINGTON, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Washington Speakers Bureau (WSB), the leading global agency for professional speakers, announces exclusive representation of Jay Bilas, the ESPN college basketball analyst, bestselling author, and attorney.

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WASHINGTON, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Washington Speakers Bureau (WSB), the leading global agency for professional speakers, announces exclusive representation of Jay Bilas, the ESPN college basketball analyst, bestselling author, and attorney.
Jay Bilas is one of the most respected and influential voices in college basketball.
As a speaker, Jay Bilas draws on his rich and varied experiences to deliver engaging and insightful presentations on topics such as leadership, teamwork, resilience, and excellence.
"We are delighted to have Jay Bilas join WSB" said Ryan Heil, President of the Washington Speakers Bureau.

Blackwells Capital Files Definitive Proxy Statement for Disney’s 2024 Annual Meeting and Releases Letter to Fellow Shareholders

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 06, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Blackwells Capital, LLC (“Blackwells”), a shareholder of The Walt Disney Company (“Disney” or the “Company”) (NYSE:DIS), filed its definitive proxy statement with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) in connection with its nomination of Jessica Schell, Craig Hatkoff and Leah Solivan for election to the board of directors of Disney (the “Board”) at the Company’s 2024 annual meeting of shareholders, and released a letter which can be found below, and at www.TheFutureOfDisney.com.

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Shareholders are faced with three competing candidate slates at the 2024 Annual Meeting: Disney’s, Blackwells’ and Trian’s.
Our campaign website will also include materials for shareholders to evaluate and help make the best voting decisions.
Disney Shareholders – Please vote your proxy today on the GREEN universal proxy card “FOR” each of the Blackwells nominees and the Blackwells proposal.
If you have any questions about voting your proxy or need replacement proxy materials, contact:
+1 (203) 658-9400 (call collect for banks, brokers, trustees and other nominees)

Sounds Profitable Spearheads First-Ever Official SXSW x Podcasting - Sound Summit for 2024

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, leading digital audio authority, Sounds Profitable, announced that it will spearhead the first-ever official SXSW x Podcasting - Sound Summit for 2024. Taking place on March 9 at the Thompson Hotel in Austin, Texas, the event will delve into the influential realm of podcasting. Exploring the industry's expansive potential, it features four star-studded panels addressing topics ranging from the podcasting-Hollywood nexus to the origins and phenomenon of true crime podcasts. Prominent podcasters and leading organizations will contribute game-changing insights. Sounds Profitable and its partners, The Roost, Ad Results Media, ESPN/Good Karma Brands and Magellan AI, will present a never-before-released study on consumer perceptions of advertising across different media platforms.

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This year, we're pushing for its rightful place at SXSW," said Bryan Barletta, partner at Sounds Profitable.
"Our mission with the launch of SXSW x Podcasting - Sound Summit and this year's core theme, 'Why Podcasting?'
Individuals must have an Interactive ticket or higher to attend SXSW x Podcasting - Sound Summit.
Video and audio content of the event will be made available online within a week following the close of SXSW x Podcasting at soundsprofitable.com .

Stagwell's (STGW) Sport Beach Activation Will Return to Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity 2024 with Icons Megan Rapinoe, Sue Bird, Carmelo Anthony, Hélio Castroneves, Justin Jefferson and More Confirmed to Attend

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Monday, February 5, 2024

NEW YORK and CANNES, France, Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW), the challenger network built to transform marketing, unveiled today the initial athlete and brand partners confirmed to activate at Sport Beach 2024 (June 17–20), the flagship sports business destination at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity (Cannes Lions). In 2023, Sport Beach was built for brands, platforms and athletes to tap into the cultural zeitgeist of sport and explore the power of fandom. It was the first time these groups converged at Cannes Lions to explore the dynamic culture of sports business, and to great success – with nearly 40 athletes and drawing over 5,000 people.

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Sport Beach 2024, which moves to La Plage du Festival, will build on last year's success at Cannes Lions.
As part of this track, Sue and Megan will host a live edition of their podcast "A Touch More" from Sport Beach.
These discussions and activations at Sport Beach reflect a broader trend of athletes venturing into entrepreneurship, specifically within lifestyle industries.
Justin Jefferson (football) – A renowned NFL wide receiver and budding icon, Justin Jefferson has quickly become a household name.

U.S. Polo Assn. Celebrates the United States Winter Polo Season as Official Sponsor of the USPA National Polo Center (NPC)

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Thursday, February 1, 2024

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West Palm Beach, FL, Feb 1, 2024 - (ACN Newswire) - U.S. Polo Assn., the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), celebrates this season as the official sponsor of the new USPA National Polo Center (NPC), with exclusive naming rights to Field One as the U.S. Polo Assn.

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West Palm Beach, FL, Feb 1, 2024 - (ACN Newswire) - U.S. Polo Assn., the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), celebrates this season as the official sponsor of the new USPA National Polo Center (NPC), with exclusive naming rights to Field One as the U.S. Polo Assn.
The USPA National Polo Center and U.S. Polo Assn.
Stadium Field, branded golf carts for polo player award ceremonies, and the grand opening of the U.S. Polo Assn.
The USPA National Polo Center (NPC), the epicenter of winter polo, proudly hosts illustrious global polo events along with some of the most prestigious North American high-goal tournaments.

Trian Files Definitive Proxy Statement for Disney’s 2024 Annual Meeting and Recommends “Withhold” on Directors Michael B.G. Froman and Maria Elena Lagomasino

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Thursday, February 1, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Trian Group,1 which beneficially owns $3 billion of common stock in The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) (“Disney” or the “Company”), today filed its definitive proxy statement with the Securities and Exchange Commission in connection with its nomination of Nelson Peltz and James A. (“Jay”) Rasulo for election to the Disney Board of Directors (the “Board”) at the Company’s 2024 Annual Meeting of Shareholders and released a letter to its fellow Disney shareholders. The full text of the letter is below and available to view online at: https://restorethemagic.com/02-01-24/.

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(“Jay”) Rasulo for election to the Disney Board of Directors (the “Board”) at the Company’s 2024 Annual Meeting of Shareholders and released a letter to its fellow Disney shareholders.
Dear Fellow Walt Disney Company Shareholder:
The Trian Group1 owns more than $3 billion of shares of The Walt Disney Company.
We are strongly recommending shareholders “WITHHOLD” on incumbent directors Michael Froman and Maria Elena Lagomasino.
Ms. Lagomasino has Chaired Disney’s Compensation Committee since 2019 and has been a member of that Committee since 2015.

61% OF CONSUMERS PLAN TO WATCH SUPER BOWL LVIII, NUMERATOR REPORTS

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

Super Bowl Survey Findings Include:

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Super Bowl Survey Findings Include:
3 in 5 consumers plan to watch Super Bowl LVIII, and most plan to do so in the comfort of their own homes.
61% of US consumers are planning to watch this year’s Super Bowl, and the most popular place to watch is their own homes (82%).
67% plan to watch at home alone or with their household, 15% plan to host gatherings at their home, 16% plan to watch at someone else’s home, and 4% plan to watch at a bar, restaurant or other public space.
Gen Z and Millennials are twice as likely to watch the Super Bowl away from their own homes.

The Walt Disney Company Highlights Strength of its Highly Qualified Board and Clear Strategy to Deliver Growth and Shareholder Value

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Thursday, February 1, 2024

Further, Disney believes all 12 of its nominees are best qualified to create sustainable shareholder value.

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Further, Disney believes all 12 of its nominees are best qualified to create sustainable shareholder value.
The Company’s proxy statement has been filed with the SEC and is being mailed to shareholders.
Thank you for your investment in The Walt Disney Company and your commitment to its enduring legacy as the leading name in global entertainment.
Thank you again for your continued support of The Walt Disney Company.

PENN Entertainment Announces Interactive Leadership Transition Scheduled for April 2024

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

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PENN Entertainment, Inc. (“PENN” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: PENN) announced today that the founding family behind theScore -- John Levy, Benjie Levy, Aubrey Levy and Noah Levy – will be stepping down from their roles at PENN Interactive, with John departing in mid-February and with Benjie, Aubrey and Noah departing in April 2024.

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PENN Entertainment, Inc. (“PENN” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: PENN) announced today that the founding family behind theScore -- John Levy, Benjie Levy, Aubrey Levy and Noah Levy – will be stepping down from their roles at PENN Interactive, with John departing in mid-February and with Benjie, Aubrey and Noah departing in April 2024.
In conjunction with this planned leadership transition, the Company is in the final stages of its search for a new Head of Interactive.
“The Levys are a family of successful entrepreneurs and are truly pioneers in the sports media and gaming industry.
I am very proud of what we’ve been able to accomplish with them, including the development of an extremely deep and talented bench at PENN Interactive.