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Visionary Business Leaders Praise "Growth Igniters® Radio with Pam Harper and Scott Harper" as it Enters 10th Year

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

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GLEN ROCK, N.J., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CEOs, C-Suite executives and corporate directors are showering high praise on the award-winning business podcast series "Growth Igniters® Radio with Pam Harper & Scott Harper." These listeners tune in for powerful insights, inspiration, and immediately useful ideas to take them – and their companies – to their next level of innovation, transformation and game-changing business growth.

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Deborah Lee James, 23rd Secretary of the U.S. Air Force, "Aim High"
Each episode of Growth Igniters® Radio includes show notes and related links.
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"Pam & Scott are masters at creating the kind of collaborative, thought-provoking conversations that have helped me through my career to become even more effective as a CEO," said Feyzi Fatehi, CEO of Corent Technology
"The breadth of topics Pam & Scott have covered over the years is astounding.
It's a real testament to their knowledge of what CEOs, C-Suite executives and Corporate Directors want to hear," says Dr. Deanne De Vries, Speaker and Author, "Africa: Open for Business"
"Growth Igniters® Radio is like 'Fresh Air' - literally and figuratively.
The thoughtful discussions with their guests offer fresh perspectives for growth minded business leaders —like breathing in pure oxygen, said Paul Daniels, Jr., Speaker, Founder—Peripheral Thinkers™
"An outstanding podcast series that highlights the cutting-edge issues top leadership needs to know in order to succeed in a disruptive world," said Peter R. Gleason, President & CEO, National Association of Corporate Directors
"Pam & Scott are the rare advisors who can discuss complex issues on a high level," said Amy Showalter, Speaker and Author, "The Underdog Edge"

COTU VENTURES LAUNCHES FIRST FUND WITH $54 MILLION

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

DUBAI, UAE, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- COTU Ventures announced that it has raised $54 million to invest in extraordinary founders in MENA when they are at the earliest stages of their startup journeys. COTU stands for Champions of the Underdog, a philosophy that embodies the firm's strategy, investing at the Pre-Seed and Seed stages, where founders are most underestimated.

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DUBAI, UAE, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- COTU Ventures announced that it has raised $54 million to invest in extraordinary founders in MENA when they are at the earliest stages of their startup journeys.
COTU stands for Champions of the Underdog, a philosophy that embodies the firm's strategy, investing at the Pre-Seed and Seed stages, where founders are most underestimated.
"I've been a part of the regional ecosystem since 2008, and it's come a long way since then," said Amir Farha, founder and GP of COTU Ventures.
"Our partnership with COTU Ventures has been a cornerstone of Sirdab's journey," said Naif Alzahri, co-founder of Sirdab.

Underdog Announces North Carolina Sports Betting Partnership with McConnell Golf

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

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Underdog Sports, the fast-growing sports gaming platform, today announced a partnership with McConnell Golf as part of its application for a sports betting license in North Carolina.

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Underdog Sports, the fast-growing sports gaming platform, today announced a partnership with McConnell Golf as part of its application for a sports betting license in North Carolina.
“Underdog is thrilled to launch our betting games in North Carolina in partnership with McConnell Golf,” said Jeremy Levine, founder and co-CEO of Underdog Sports.
We’re excited to be able to offer that to North Carolinians and look forward to evolving the experience with them.”
“McConnell Golf is thrilled to welcome Underdog Sports as our official sports betting partner,” said McConnell Golf COO, Christian Anastasiadis.
To date, Underdog is one of nine operators to submit applications to the North Carolina State Lottery Commission, which is overseeing the rollout of the state’s sports betting market.

Ultimate Autographs Partners with Underdog Fantasy to Offer Sports Fans a Blended Gaming Experience

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

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BURR RIDGE, Ill., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ultimate Autographs, the industry-leading sports autograph and memorabilia company, has partnered with Underdog Fantasy, the fastest growing sports gaming platform to offer its customers even more ways to play and win on each respective website and platform. The companies will work together to expand the online value of live sports entertainment and sports memorabilia collecting.

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"Partnering with Underdog is great for the industry and great for our customers," said Matt Sollis, co-owner of Ultimate Autographs.
"Their platform provides sports fans with the ability to increase their enjoyment of sports and individual athlete performance, and now offer those same fans even more ways to play and win signed sports memorabilia through Ultimate Autograph's Live Breaks.
Ultimate Autographs customers now have the ability to not only benefit from Underdog's first deposit match promotion of $100, but will also receive a complimentary $20 gift card for use in any Ultimate Autographs live break.
"We are excited to announce our partnership with Ultimate Autographs," said Andrew Mackens, Partnerships Manager at Underdog.

Underdog Brings Responsible Gaming Leader Adam Warrington Aboard as a Consultant

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Friday, October 6, 2023

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BROOKLYN, N.Y., Oct. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Underdog Fantasy, the fast-growing sports gaming platform, announced Adam Warrington has joined the company as a consultant to help further enhance Underdog's innovative responsible gaming program aimed at providing users with the safest gaming platform on the market.

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BROOKLYN, N.Y., Oct. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Underdog Fantasy, the fast-growing sports gaming platform, announced Adam Warrington has joined the company as a consultant to help further enhance Underdog's innovative responsible gaming program aimed at providing users with the safest gaming platform on the market.
Warrington brings deep experience in corporate responsibility and has led numerous social impact and responsible gaming initiatives over his career.
Warrington most recently was the Vice President of Responsible Gaming at FanDuel, where he oversaw the company's responsible gaming platform.
"I'm incredibly excited to partner with Underdog to identify and execute opportunities to drive innovation and measurable outcomes in responsible gaming," said Warrington.

Cameron MacMillan Joins Underdog Sports as Vice President of VIP

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

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BROOKLYN, N.Y., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cameron MacMillan, fantasy sports pioneer, has joined Underdog Sports as the Vice President of VIP, overseeing the Top Dogs Program.

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BROOKLYN, N.Y., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cameron MacMillan, fantasy sports pioneer, has joined Underdog Sports as the Vice President of VIP, overseeing the Top Dogs Program.
"Cameron is someone I have known for a very long time, and he's shown to be a proven winner," said Jeremy Levine, Founder & Co-CEO of Underdog Sports.
"Of all the places he could have taken his time and talents to, I'm thankful he decided to come and win with the Underdog team."
The future is very bright here and I believe we will become one of the top sportsbooks in America, so I'm really excited to be a part of the journey," said Cameron MacMillan

SUBARU UNITES OVER 47,000 SHELTER PETS WITH LOVING HOMES DURING 2022 SUBARU LOVES PETS® MONTH

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Thursday, March 2, 2023

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CAMDEN, N.J., March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Subaru of America, Inc. today announced that in partnership with Subaru retailers and local shelters across the country, the automaker helped more than 47,000 shelter pets find loving homes in October 2022. In addition, Subaru retailers donated more than $1.6 million to local shelter partners, helping to support their care for animals throughout the country.

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CAMDEN, N.J., March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Subaru of America, Inc. today announced that in partnership with Subaru retailers and local shelters across the country, the automaker helped more than 47,000 shelter pets find loving homes in October 2022.
In addition, Subaru retailers donated more than $1.6 million to local shelter partners, helping to support their care for animals throughout the country.
During the October 2022 Subaru Loves Pets campaign, more than 600 retailers throughout the country hosted adoption events at their retail locations in partnership with local animal shelters.
Since the inception of the adoption campaign in 2019, Subaru has supported the adoption of 106,000 shelter pets.

Visionary Business Leaders Praise "Growth Igniters® Radio with Pam Harper and Scott Harper" as it Enters 9th Year

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Wednesday, February 15, 2023

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GLEN ROCK, N.J., Feb. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CEOs, C-Suite executives and corporate directors are showering high praise on the popular business podcast series "Growth Igniters® Radio with Pam Harper & Scott Harper." These listeners tune in for powerful insights, inspiration, and immediately useful ideas to take them – and their companies – to their next level of innovation, transformation and game-changing business growth.

Key Points:

Deborah Lee James, 23rd Secretary of the U.S. Air Force, "Aim High"
Each installment of Growth Igniters® Radio includes show notes, a play bar, transcript, and related links.
Categories include:
"Growth Igniters® Radio is like 'Fresh Air' - literally and figuratively.
It's a real testament to their knowledge of what CEOs, C-Suite executives and Corporate Directors want to hear," said Dr. Deanne De Vries, Speaker and Author, "Africa: Open for Business"
"Pam & Scott are the rare advisors who can discuss complex issues on a high level.
My subject matter is a specialized niche, but I felt like I was talking to veteran external affairs professionals," said Amy Showalter, External Affairs Consultant, Speaker, Author, "The Underdog Edge"

Underdog Fantasy is the American Gambling Awards Fantasy Sports Site of the Year

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Monday, November 28, 2022

The 2022 edition of the American Gambling Awards is pleased to announce Underdog Fantasy is the 2022 Fantasy Sports Site of the Year.

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The 2022 edition of the American Gambling Awards is pleased to announce Underdog Fantasy is the 2022 Fantasy Sports Site of the Year.
Underdog Fantasy is the fastest-growing paid fantasy sports company ever, with a valuation of $485 million after a series B round of fundraising.
Were honored to be crowned as the Fantasy Sports Site of the Year by the American Gambling Awards, said Jeremy Levine, President and Chairman of Underdog Fantasy.
For more information about the American Gambling Awards, including a full list of winners, please visit the awards website: www.gambling.com/us/awards .

Underdog Appoints Renowned Problem and Responsible Gambling Policy Expert Brianne Doura-Schawohl as a Consultant

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

Doura-Schawohl brings more than a decade of experience in advocacy, public policy, government, and communications, and has played an invaluable role in shaping gaming legislation.

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Doura-Schawohl brings more than a decade of experience in advocacy, public policy, government, and communications, and has played an invaluable role in shaping gaming legislation.
A guiding principle of Underdog is to deliver the necessary resources and guidance to our community to ensure a responsible fantasy sports experience, said Jeremy Levine, President and Chairman of Underdog.
I'm thrilled to be working with the incredible team at Underdog as we reimagine the fantasy sports experience," said Doura-Schawohl.
Customer experience is the top priority at Underdog and the company wants users to enjoy participating in fantasy contests responsibly.