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Diggs, Vick, Batch, Carter Jr., and Terrell Create Social Impact Through Athletes Charitable, a Division of United Charitable

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Thursday, January 26, 2023

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WASHINGTON, Jan. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Athletes Charitable, a division of United Charitable led by former NFL player Hannibal Navies, attracts athletes wanting to make positive social change.

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WASHINGTON, Jan. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Athletes Charitable, a division of United Charitable led by former NFL player Hannibal Navies, attracts athletes wanting to make positive social change.
He also surprised a 5-year-old fan with custom, autographed shoes featuring a picture of the boy with his late father.
Athletes Charitable VP of Development Hannibal Navies states, "Athletes Charitable is a game changer.
Stay tuned for all Athletes Charitable and our members have to bring in 2023.

HII Breaks Ground on New Submarine Facility at Newport News Shipbuilding

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Thursday, February 9, 2023

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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Feb. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global all-domain defense partner HII (NYSE: HII) recently broke ground on a new project that will support nuclear submarine construction at its Newport News Shipbuilding division.

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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Feb. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global all-domain defense partner HII (NYSE: HII) recently broke ground on a new project that will support nuclear submarine construction at its Newport News Shipbuilding division.
The Multi-Class Submarine Production Facility is one of three new facilities, enabling NNS to further support the construction and delivery of Columbia- and Virginia-class submarines.
The Multi-Class Submarine Production Facility is designed to be adaptable, allowing NNS to support both Columbia- and Virginia-class construction.
The Multi-Class Submarine Production Facility is funded jointly by the Navy and HII, and is part of $1.9 billion in capital investments HII is making at NNS between 2016 and 2025.

David Streett Takes Helm as Valkyrie CEO

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Wednesday, January 18, 2023

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Jeff Weber, Partner at DC Capital, said, "Gary Lisota and Dave Streett have built Valkyrie into a formidable platform.

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Jeff Weber, Partner at DC Capital, said, "Gary Lisota and Dave Streett have built Valkyrie into a formidable platform.
Valkyrie Founder and former CEO, Gary Lisota, will continue in a senior leadership role as Vice Chairman and focus on growth and business development.
"I am honored to have the opportunity to lead Valkyrie Enterprises," Streett said.
David began his career serving in the U.S. Navy nuclear power program in the submarine service.

Bonaventure’s Investment Activities Exceed $1 Billion in 2022

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Thursday, January 12, 2023

Over the past year, Bonaventure acquired six multifamily communities across its target markets, comprising 1,399 units for $358 million.

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Over the past year, Bonaventure acquired six multifamily communities across its target markets, comprising 1,399 units for $358 million.
Five assets are located in Virginia (Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Richmond, Hampton and Newport News) and one is located in Lawrenceville, Georgia.
We significantly increased our acquisition activity year-over-year and executed our development pipeline, demonstrating our ability to consistently source transactions and investment opportunities that meet our strict investment criteria.
Its partnership with iCapital provides a customized end-to-end technology solution that enables financial advisors and their accredited clients to access Bonaventure’s alternative investment offerings.

HII Authenticates Keel of Virginia-Class Attack Submarine Arkansas (SSN 800)

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Saturday, November 19, 2022

NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Nov. 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HIIs (NYSE: HII) Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division hosted a keel authentication ceremony today for Virginia-class submarine Arkansas (SSN 800).

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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Nov. 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HIIs (NYSE: HII) Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division hosted a keel authentication ceremony today for Virginia-class submarine Arkansas (SSN 800).
This group forever changed our nations history and their submarine will help ensure their legacy continues, NNS President Jennifer Boykin said.
Arkansas is the 27th Virginia-class fast attack submarine being built under the teaming agreement with General Dynamics Electric Boat.
Representing our asymmetric advantage in the undersea domain, the Arkansas will have no equal, said Vice Adm. William Houston, commander, Naval Submarine Forces.

An Achievable Dream Announces Sponsors of Class of 2023 at 30th Anniversary Celebration

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Friday, November 18, 2022

NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Nov. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- An Achievable Dream (AAD) announced, Riverside Health System and William B. "Bill" Downey, retiring CEO, and his family as the sponsor of the Class of 2023 during AAD's 30th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, November 12, 2022, at Christopher Newport University. Guests gathered to celebrate 30 years of dreams and nearly 1,000 graduates from the innovative education program. As a class sponsor, The Downey's and Riverside have committed to providing annual merit scholarships for each member of the class for each year they attend college and maintain a certain grade point average. The graduates of the Class of 2023, who were honored at the 30th Anniversary Celebration, will be known as the Downey Family and Riverside Health System Scholars.

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"Bill" Downey, retiring CEO, and his family as the sponsor of the Class of 2023 during AAD's 30th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, November 12, 2022, at Christopher Newport University.
The graduates of the Class of 2023, who were honored at the 30th Anniversary Celebration, will be known as the Downey Family and Riverside Health System Scholars.
Of the Downey's sponsorship of the Class of 2023, Dr. Lee Vreeland, president and CEO of An Achievable Dream, shared, "I could not think of a better sponsor for this class.
We are honored that Bill and his family and Riverside Health System have chosen to sponsor the Class of 2023."

HII-Built Aircraft Carrier & Shipbuilders Get National Spotlight on Veterans Day

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Wednesday, November 2, 2022

Two NNS shipbuilders who are military veterans will receive special recognition during the game.

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Two NNS shipbuilders who are military veterans will receive special recognition during the game.
CVN 65 was built at NNS and was the worlds first nuclear-powered aircraft carrier.
As America recognizes the 100-year legacy of aircraft carriers this year, all aircraft carriers operating in the U.S. Navy fleet today were built at NNS.
In August, HII celebrated the ceremonious keel-laying of the next Gerald R. Ford-class aircraft carrier, Enterprise (CVN 80).

Crow Vote Victorious in Federal Court Lawsuit

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Tuesday, November 1, 2022

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LOS ANGELES, Nov. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On Oct. 7, 2022 a federal judge ruled in favor of Crow Vote LLC, a digital marketing and software solutions company focused on cause-based marketing, after two former participants in an online competition, "Favorite Chef", had filed a lawsuit in early 2021 alleging the competition operated on Crow Vote's software platform violated state and federal law — The court ultimately found the competition to be lawfully operated and dismissed the case against Crow Vote in its entirety.

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LOS ANGELES, Nov. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On Oct. 7, 2022 a federal judge ruled in favor of Crow Vote LLC, a digital marketing and software solutions company focused on cause-based marketing, after two former participants in an online competition, "Favorite Chef", had filed a lawsuit in early 2021 alleging the competition operated on Crow Vote's software platform violated state and federal law The court ultimately found the competition to be lawfully operated and dismissed the case against Crow Vote in its entirety.
Crow Vote had contended from the onset of the case that it had complied with applicable law in operating the competition and the federal court agreed.
"These decisions validate what we at Crow Vote have said from the beginning, that we have always operated within the bounds of the law," said a spokesperson for Crow Vote.
Crow Vote is a full-service digital marketing and software solutions company based in the U.S. that focuses on cause-based marketing efforts.

Drucker + Falk Takes Home Five ACE Awards from the Virginia Apartment Management Association Annual Event

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Wednesday, October 19, 2022

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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Oct. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- DF Multifamily, a division of Drucker + Falk (DF), one of the nation's most prominent multifamily management companies, was recently honored with five Apartment Community Excellence (ACE) awards by The Hampton Roads Apartment Council (HRAC). The HRAC, a division of the Virginia Apartment Management Association (VAMA), announced the award winners during its 10th Annual ACE Awards ceremony on October 14th in Norfolk, VA.

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The HRAC, a division of the Virginia Apartment Management Association (VAMA), announced the award winners during its 10th Annual ACE Awards ceremony on October 14th in Norfolk, VA.
The organization, once again, had record-breaking nominations with more than 700 award entries and Drucker + Falk had four individual apartment communities along with one team member recognized.
With more than 3 million square feet under management, Drucker + Falk also offers commercial sales, leasing and management services.
The Virginia Apartment Management Association Virginia's retail housing industry premier association represents more than 130,000 apartment homes and communities.

Dave East and droppLabs Offer Fans the Opportunity to Executive Produce His Next EP through Web3 Technology

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Thursday, October 13, 2022

The program allows 5,000 members to collaborate with Dave East's team, become credited executive producers for his upcoming EP, and receive exclusive benefits.

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The program allows 5,000 members to collaborate with Dave East's team, become credited executive producers for his upcoming EP, and receive exclusive benefits.
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droppLabs and Dave East announce the launch of "Dave East Total Access.
The Dave East Total Access program highlights the tangible utility of tokenized digital assets and immersive Web3 experiences that reimagine the relationship between artists and their fans.
I am thrilled to join Dave East and droppLabs to provide fans a truly unique experience, said Marly McFly.