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ESPN, American Kennel Club Recognize V Foundation, Valvano Championship Anniversaries in Diving Dog Event at N.C. State

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Wednesday, April 5, 2023
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NEW YORK, April 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Kennel Club (AKC) and ESPN joined forces for the AKC Diving Dog Challenge, an all-star invitational competition hosted by the College of Veterinary Medicine on the campus of North Carolina State University in Raleigh, N.C. Highlights from the exciting dog sport event will air in a two-hour presentation on ESPN2 on Sunday, April 9, beginning at 1:30 p.m. ET.

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  • Highlights from the exciting dog sport event will air in a two-hour presentation on ESPN2 on Sunday, April 9, beginning at 1:30 p.m.
  • N.C. State was the home of men's basketball coach Jim Valvano, who 40 years ago led the Wolfpack to the 1983 national championship title.
  • The AKC Diving Dog Challenge commemorated the anniversary of the championship as well as the 30th anniversary of the founding of the V Foundation for Cancer Research.
  • The AKC Diving Dog Challenge included 36 top diving dogs from around the country competing in three divisions: Distance, Air Retrieve and Hydro Dash.

Jim Valvano to Be Inducted into Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame

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Saturday, April 1, 2023
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CARY, N.C., April 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Legendary NCAA men's basketball coach, ESPN announcer and founder of the V Foundation for Cancer Research Jim Valvano, was named to the 2023 Class of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. The full Hall of Fame class was announced during the NCAA Final Four on April 1 in Houston, Texas. The 2023 class will be officially enshrined during festivities in Springfield, Massachusetts, August 11-12.

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  • CARY, N.C., April 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Legendary NCAA men's basketball coach, ESPN announcer and founder of the V Foundation for Cancer Research Jim Valvano, was named to the 2023 Class of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
  • The full Hall of Fame class was announced during the NCAA Final Four on April 1 in Houston, Texas.
  • The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, located in Springfield, Massachusetts, is home to more than 400 inductees and over 40,000 square feet of basketball history.
  • Valvano is the fourth member of the Naismith Hall of Fame with a connection to NC State.

The V Foundation Commemorates 30th Anniversary with Giving Week Campaign, PSA Starring Coach Mike Krzyzewski and ESPN Documentary

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Friday, March 3, 2023
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CARY, N.C., March 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The V Foundation for Cancer Research, a top cancer research charity, is commemorating the 30th anniversary of the organization's inception, announced during founder Jim Valvano's famous ESPYs speech on March 4, 1993. Over the course of the year, the V Foundation will promote initiatives and events aligned with advancing cancer research and saving lives. It begins with a Giving Week campaign Saturday, March 4, through Jim's birthday on March 10, including a 1:1 match for all donations (up to $175,000) thanks to generous partners of the organization. Those interested in donating can do so at www.v.org/donate.  

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  • Over the course of the year, the V Foundation will promote initiatives and events aligned with advancing cancer research and saving lives.
  • -- Coach K
    During Giving Week, the Foundation will debut a new PSA starring Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Coach Mike "Coach K" Krzyzewski, encouraging support for cancer research.
  • Coach Krzyzewski has actively been a V Foundation advocate since his dear friend, Jim Valvano, announced the organization thirty years ago, just before his passing.
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    Valvano Documentary: During ESPYS week in July, ESPN will premiere a one-hour documentary on Valvano's 1993 ESPYS speech and its legacy 30 years later.

The V Foundation Announces 16th Annual V Week for Cancer Research with Founding Partner ESPN

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Monday, November 28, 2022
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CARY, N.C., Nov. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The V Foundation for Cancer Research, a top-rated cancer research charity, is pleased to announce its year-end initiatives, including the 16th annual V Week for Cancer Research. Starting with Giving Tuesday on Nov. 29 and concluding on Dec. 11, this year's V Week will include a variety of activities and fundraising opportunities across ESPN and the V Foundation platforms by highlighting Jim Valvano's legacy through the V Foundation and encouraging donations to fund life-saving cancer research.

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  • CARY, N.C., Nov. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The V Foundation for Cancer Research, a top-rated cancer research charity, is pleased to announce its year-end initiatives, including the 16th annual V Week for Cancer Research.
  • During V Week, ESPN and the V Foundation will encourage viewers to "Help Cancer Research Win."
  • The V Foundation awards 100% of its direct donations to cancer research and programs and has proudly awarded over $310 million for cutting-edge cancer research.
  • The 12 Days of V Week Giveaway: During V Week, the V Foundation will be giving away merchandise "swag" to lucky winners through their social media channels.

Investview (''INVU'') Continues Leadership Team Investment and Announces the Appointment of Ralph R. Valvano as New Chief Financial Officer and Jayme McWidener as Chief Accounting Officer

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Wednesday, June 9, 2021
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Prior to that, Mr. Valvano held various roles at JPMorgan Chase & Co. and ended his tenure as the Global Investment Bank Management Controller.

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  • Prior to that, Mr. Valvano held various roles at JPMorgan Chase & Co. and ended his tenure as the Global Investment Bank Management Controller.
  • Mr. Valvano succeeds Ms. Jayme McWidener, who served with Investview since 2017 and as chief financial officer since 2019.
  • "I am delighted to join Investviews leadership team, and am both energized and humbled by the opportunity," said Ralph Valvano.
  • Im excited to see the growth in the Investview management team and believe the addition in leadership reinforces our commitment to success.

PatientPoint, V Foundation for Cancer Research Team Up to Inspire Waiting Rooms Nationwide

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Thursday, June 28, 2018
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The V Foundation for Cancer Research was founded by ESPN and legendary North Carolina State University basketball coach Jim Valvano in 1993 with one goal in mind: to achieve Victory Over Cancer.

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  • The V Foundation for Cancer Research was founded by ESPN and legendary North Carolina State University basketball coach Jim Valvano in 1993 with one goal in mind: to achieve Victory Over Cancer.
  • In its 25 years, the V Foundation has awarded over $200 million in cancer research grants nationwide and has grown to become one of the premier supporters of cutting-edge cancer research.
  • The V Foundation for Cancer Research was founded in 1993 by ESPN and the late Jim Valvano, legendary North Carolina State University basketball coach and ESPN commentator.
  • The V Foundation awards 100 percent of direct donations to cancer research and programs.