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Walt Disney World Resort Hosts Make-A-Wish Families Across America for World Princess Week Party

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Monday, August 28, 2023
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LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Aug. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- To celebrate World Princess Week, Walt Disney World Resort in Florida hosted its largest wish-granting event ever with "Once Upon A Wish Party" – a special event dreamed up just for wish kids and their families.

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  • LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Aug. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- To celebrate World Princess Week, Walt Disney World Resort in Florida hosted its largest wish-granting event ever with "Once Upon A Wish Party" – a special event dreamed up just for wish kids and their families.
  • 7-year-old Scarlett from Orlando, Florida, wished to have a Disney Princess experience at Walt Disney World.
  • To complete their Disney wish trips, families are now enjoying several days in the theme parks and a stay at Give Kids The World Village, an organization that plays an integral role in wish-granting efforts at Walt Disney World Resort.
  • Following the enchanting event at Walt Disney World, Disney wish-granting events will also take place at Aulani, A Disney Resort and Spa and Hong Kong Disneyland Resort in celebration of World of Frozen opening in December.

Embark on a Vibrant Izakaya Adventure at Shiki-Sai: Sushi Izakaya

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Monday, August 28, 2023
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LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Aug. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prepare for an unparalleled Izakaya experience as Mitsukoshi USA announces the grand opening of Shiki-Sai: Sushi Izakaya. Nestled on the second floor of the Japan pavilion in the enchanting World Showcase at EPCOT in Walt Disney World Resort, this vibrant culinary haven redefines dining expectations. Shiki-Sai invites guests to indulge in the heart of Japan's seasonal and gastronomic culture within a joyous and sociable atmosphere.

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  • LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Aug. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prepare for an unparalleled Izakaya experience as Mitsukoshi USA announces the grand opening of Shiki-Sai: Sushi Izakaya.
  • Meaning "festival of the four seasons," Shiki-Sai offers a new dining adventure in the spirited tradition of Izakaya.
  • Sushi Counter & Teppan Grill: Indulge in a mesmerizing sushi experience as expert chefs craft each piece of sushi before your eyes and dazzle with their culinary prowess.
  • Shiki-Sai: Sushi Izakaya enriches EPCOT's culinary tapestry, reaffirming the park's commitment to authentic cultural encounters.

Give Kids The World Village Offers Chance to Win a Magical Celebration Vacation Package To Help Grant Wishes for Critically Ill Children

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Wednesday, August 16, 2023
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ET, Disney fans can visit www.gktw.org/castlepress to enter for the chance to be treated like royalty during this unique fairy tale experience.

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  • ET, Disney fans can visit www.gktw.org/castlepress to enter for the chance to be treated like royalty during this unique fairy tale experience.
  • Prize package recipients are not the only ones who will come away with cherished memories for a lifetime.
  • "We are grateful to our wonderful friends at Walt Disney World Resort for their tremendous generosity," said Give Kids The World President & CEO Pamela Landwirth.
  • To view the rules and enter the chance to win, visit https://www.gktw.org/castlerules/ .

Christopher Parr of Pursuitist Named Best Luxury Influencer and Blogger in the World by The Luxury Lifestyle Awards

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Friday, August 11, 2023
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Curating and reviewing the very best in luxury, the 5-star travel & lifestyle guide is the utmost authority on rating high-end experiences, products, and destinations.

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  • Curating and reviewing the very best in luxury, the 5-star travel & lifestyle guide is the utmost authority on rating high-end experiences, products, and destinations.
  • "Pursuitist is honored to be recognized as the Best Luxury Influencer and Blogger in the World by The Luxury Lifestyle Awards.
  • Our mission is to curate the very best for our discerning readers, empowering them to make informed choices in their pursuit of happiness," added Christopher Parr, the Founder of Pursuitist.
  • For over 20 years, Christopher Parr has been a luxury influencer to the influencers.

Leading Luxury Ready-To-Drink Cocktail Company That Captures The Allure of a Craft Cocktail Bar At Home, Social Hour Cocktails, Sees Tremendous Success in Q1 and Q2 2023

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Tuesday, August 8, 2023
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NEW YORK, Aug. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Social Hour, leading luxury ready-to-drink cocktail company that captures the allure of a craft cocktail bar at home, is pleased to announce notable traction and success across various parts of the business since the start of 2023.

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  • Social Hour Cocktails (SHC) premiered at Walt Disney World in May of 2022 at D-LUXE Burger restaurant at Disney Springs.
  • Since then, availability has expanded to the outdoor bars and beverage carts throughout the property.
  • In the Summer of 2023, Social Hour Cocktails were introduced into an additional eight hotel outlets.
  • Guests can now purchase SHC at resorts such as Disney's Art of Animation, Caribbean Beach Resort, and Disney's BoardWalk, amongst others.

Generational Equity Advises IcyBreeze Cooling in its Acquisition by Solo Brands

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Monday, August 7, 2023
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Generational Equity , a leading mergers and acquisitions advisor for privately held businesses, is pleased to announce that its client IcyBreeze Cooling (IcyBreeze) has been acquired by Solo Brands (Solo - NYSE: DTC).

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  • Generational Equity , a leading mergers and acquisitions advisor for privately held businesses, is pleased to announce that its client IcyBreeze Cooling (IcyBreeze) has been acquired by Solo Brands (Solo - NYSE: DTC).
  • IcyBreeze is the industry leader in manufacturing and Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) distribution of personal air conditioning and heat relief solutions.
  • Solo believes in empowering these brands with best-in-class fulfillment and operations, best-in-class digital & technical expertise, and best-in-class customer service to drive the best experience for its customers.
  • Generational Equity Executive Managing Director of M&A – Central Region, Michael Goss with the support of Vice President, M&A, Lance Thomasson , successfully worked to close the transaction.

Disney Kicks Off “Wonder of Princess” Month in August With Magical Lineup of New Collaborations

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023
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To kick off festivities, new Disney Story Dolls from shopDisney.com are available today online and at select shopping destinations at Disney Parks.

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  • To kick off festivities, new Disney Story Dolls from shopDisney.com are available today online and at select shopping destinations at Disney Parks.
  • Young fans can also get cozy in new sleepwear available on shopDisney, inspired by beloved Disney Princess characters.
  • Disney Princess and LEGO fans can stream a brand new special, “LEGO Disney Princess: The Castle Quest”, debuting exclusively on Disney+, August 18.
  • New toys from Mattel include the Disney Princess Royal Color Reveal Assortment , Disney Princess Story Stackers , the Disney Princess Magical Adventures Castle, as well as Mattel Creations’ Royal Radiance and Disney Collector Dolls for the adult fan.

Cybersecurity Expert John A. Smith to Speak at ILTACON

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023
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CHATTANOOGA, Tenn., Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Conversant Group, an innovative provider of "Secure First" infrastructure and cybersecurity services, announced today that CEO John A. Smith will present on the topic, "Security at Issue: Security Survey Results and Interpretations" at ILTACON 2023. The presentation, which will be held Tuesday, Aug. 22 at 2:00 p.m. ET, will dive into the current risks in law firm security practices and procedures as discovered in a survey jointly conducted with the International Legal Technology Association (ILTA) in late 2022. The annual ILTACON event, which will be held Aug. 20-24 at Walt Disney World's Swan and Dolphin Hotels and Disney's Yacht and Beach Club Resorts in Orlando, Fla., offers comprehensive peer-driven programs, educational content and face-to-face networking for industry experts and the legal community.

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  • CHATTANOOGA, Tenn., Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Conversant Group , an innovative provider of "Secure First" infrastructure and cybersecurity services, announced today that CEO John A. Smith will present on the topic, "Security at Issue: Security Survey Results and Interpretations" at ILTACON 2023.
  • The presentation, which will be held Tuesday, Aug. 22 at 2:00 p.m.
  • Smith will discuss the disconnect between law firm perceptions and practices and the security controls and orchestrations needed to truly secure systems and data against determined attackers.
  • To discuss Conversant Group's security-focused services or the report's findings in depth, attendees are encouraged to visit Conversant at booth number 2119 at ILTACON.

Girl Scouts of the USA Hosts 56th National Convention, Phenom By Girl Scouts, Bringing Together Nearly 10,000 Attendees

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Thursday, July 27, 2023
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NEW YORK, July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA), the largest girl-led organization in the world, held its 56th triennial National Girl Scout Convention at Walt Disney World Resort® in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. Phenom By Girl Scouts took place over the course of three days, July 20–22, 2023. Phenom attendees engaged with Girl Scouts, troop leaders, caregivers, volunteers, and some of the most influential women in the world to support the enrichment of Girl Scouts' journeys. The mega event provided attendees with unforgettable experiences as they gained inspiration, tools to empower themselves, and the know-how to lead change in their communities. This event was open to all, including Girl Scout members, non-members, alums, and families.

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  • NEW YORK, July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA), the largest girl-led organization in the world, held its 56th triennial National Girl Scout Convention at Walt Disney World Resort® in Lake Buena Vista, Florida.
  • Phenom By Girl Scouts took place over the course of three days, July 20–22, 2023.
  • Phenom attendees engaged with Girl Scouts, troop leaders, caregivers, volunteers, and some of the most influential women in the world to support the enrichment of Girl Scouts' journeys.
  • To learn more about the 2023 Girl Scout Convention sponsors, visit Girl Scouts of the USA's website .

Progressives' embrace of Disney in battle with DeSantis over LGBTQ rights comes with risks

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Thursday, July 27, 2023
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Ron DeSantis over LGBTQ rights and whether those rights should be acknowledged – let alone taught – in schools has spurred an unlikely alliance between progressives and one of the world’s biggest entertainment companies.

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  • Ron DeSantis over LGBTQ rights and whether those rights should be acknowledged – let alone taught – in schools has spurred an unlikely alliance between progressives and one of the world’s biggest entertainment companies.
  • Progressive groups such as The Human Rights Campaign have welcomed Disney to their cause, while progressive columnists at The Daily Beast and MSNBC have cheered Disney’s recent lawsuit against DeSantis.
  • Disney v. DeSantis raises questions of how advocates of free speech and democracy should approach a situation when a corporation joins their side.

Power to persuade

    • Corporations spend billions of dollars each year to lobby Congress and billions more lobbying state legislators.
    • They finance think tanks and foundations that promote their views and interests.
    • Progressives have blasted the decision for unleashing torrents of corporate cash that they say is corrupting the political system.
    • In the statement that caused trouble with DeSantis, Disney showed itself a reasonable partner for advocates of LGBTQ rights.

Politics and profits

    • Corporations’ loyalties tend to lie with profits and shareholders, and the political principles that companies embrace may get quickly discarded when profits are threatened.
    • The Vanguard Group’s retreat from the Net Zero Asset Managers initiative to reduce carbon emissions when it felt pressure from investors reveals this vulnerability.
    • But because corporations are market-oriented, they can be even more inconsistent allies than is usually the case with politicians, parties and interest groups.
    • Thus, conservatives were staggered to learn that Chick-fil-A, a reliable supporter of conservative causes, hired a vice president of diversity, equity and inclusion.