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Drata Announces Tony Hawk As Drataverse Keynote Speaker

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024

SAN DIEGO, April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Drata, the leading continuous security and compliance automation platform, today announced that skateboarding phenomenon and entrepreneur, Tony Hawk will deliver the keynote session at the company's annual user conference, Drataverse, on June 12 at Pier 27 in San Francisco. Drataverse will bring together governance, risk, and compliance (GRC), IT, and cybersecurity professionals for a full agenda of presentations, workshops, networking, and entertainment.

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  • SAN DIEGO, April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Drata , the leading continuous security and compliance automation platform, today announced that skateboarding phenomenon and entrepreneur, Tony Hawk will deliver the keynote session at the company's annual user conference, Drataverse , on June 12 at Pier 27 in San Francisco.
  • As a legendary skateboarder and cultural icon, Tony Hawk has transformed the world of skateboarding with his pioneering skills and innovative spirit.
  • "We're incredibly thrilled to have Tony Hawk, a San Diego native and trailblazer, as our keynote speaker for Drataverse.
  • I've always admired Tony for his relentless drive, competitive spirit, and commitment to his profession and community," said Adam Markowitz, co-founder and CEO of Drata.

Entrepreneur and Action Sports Veteran Shaun Neff Joins X Games Ownership Group as an Investor and Advisor

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Following a historic and successful event in Aspen last month, entrepreneur Shaun Neff today announced that he has officially joined sports and entertainment brand X Games Ownership Group as an investor and advisor to accelerate the brand's expansive strategy.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Following a historic and successful event in Aspen last month, entrepreneur Shaun Neff today announced that he has officially joined sports and entertainment brand X Games Ownership Group as an investor and advisor to accelerate the brand's expansive strategy.
  • X Games already announced its return to Ventura for Summer X Games June 28-30, dates for additional new events will be announced in the coming months.
  • As the founder of Neff Headwear, X Games' newest investor is no stranger to the Action Sports industry.
  • X Games has already seen substantial viewership and engagement growth since the MSP Sports Capital acquisition.

Monster Energy's UNLEASHED Podcast Welcomes Freeski Innovators Alex Hall and Henrik Harlaut for Special Live Episode at X Games Aspen 2024

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Monday, February 19, 2024

ASPEN, Colo., Feb. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Go behind the scenes at X Games Aspen 2024 with two beasts of international freeski! Monster Energy is proud to welcome team riders Alex Hall and Henrik Harlaut on Episode 403 of the sports and pop culture podcast UNLEASHED with The Dingo, Danny, and Brittney. Listen closely as 25-year-old Hall from Park City, Utah, and 32-year-old Harlaut from Stockholm, Sweden, get into X Games mode with the three podcast hosts.

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  • ASPEN, Colo., Feb. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Go behind the scenes at X Games Aspen 2024 with two beasts of international freeski!
  • Monster Energy is proud to welcome team riders Alex Hall and Henrik Harlaut on Episode 403 of the sports and pop culture podcast UNLEASHED with The Dingo, Danny, and Brittney.
  • - Alex Hall
    At X Games Aspen 2024, Harlaut competed as the most medal-winning freeskier on the circuit.
  • Get inside a special episode recorded on-site at X Games Aspen 2024 featuring two of the most winning athletes in the sport: Park City's Alex Hall owns 11 X Games medals, while Sweden's Henrik Harlaut boasts 14 medals.

Monster Energy's UNLEASHED Podcast Welcomes Women's Snowboard Champions Chloe Kim and Zoi Sadowski-Synnott for Special Live Episode at X Games Aspen 2024

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

ASPEN, Colo., Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The podcast goes live at X Games Aspen 2024 with two of the winningest women snowboarders! Monster Energy proudly welcomes team riders Chloe Kim and Zoi Sadowski-Synnott on Episode 402 of the sports and pop culture podcast UNLEASHED with The Dingo, Danny, and Brittney. Tune in as 23-year-old Kim from Los Angeles and 22-year-old Sadowski-Synnott from Wannaka, New Zealand, reflect on the special significance of X Games with the three podcast hosts.

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  • ASPEN, Colo., Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The podcast goes live at X Games Aspen 2024 with two of the winningest women snowboarders!
  • Monster Energy proudly welcomes team riders Chloe Kim and Zoi Sadowski-Synnott on Episode 402 of the sports and pop culture podcast UNLEASHED with The Dingo, Danny, and Brittney.
  • - Zoi Sadowski-Synnott
    At X Games Aspen 2024, Kim returned after a two-year break since last competing in the event in 2021.
  • Now I'm here because I want to be here, and that's all I needed to know," said Kim on UNLEASHED.

Monster Energy Freeski and Snowboard Athletes Claim Victories in Key Events on Day 2 of X Games Aspen 2024

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Sunday, January 28, 2024

ASPEN, Colo., Jan. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The medal run continues! Monster Energy congratulates its team of freeski and snowboard athletes on a standout performance on the second day of X Games Aspen 2024. On Saturday, Monster Energy riders claimed a total of nine medals (5 gold, 3 silver, and 1 bronze) across eight contest events in the 23rd edition of Winter X Games at Buttermilk Mountain in Aspen Snowmass, Colorado.

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  • Monster Energy congratulates its team of freeski and snowboard athletes on a standout performance on the second day of X Games Aspen 2024.
  • Monster Energy congratulates its team of freeski and snowboard athletes on a standout performance on the second day of X Games Aspen 2024.
  • Ruud's heaviest competition came from five-time X Games gold medalist Alex Hall from Park City, Utah, who won X Games Ski Slopestyle at Aspen 2019.
  • Visit http://www.monsterenergy.com for exclusive updates from X Games Aspen 2024, including photos, videos, and contest results as they happen.

Monster Energy Athletes Sweep the Podium, Claim Gold Medals and Make History on Day 1 of X Games Aspen 2024

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Sunday, January 28, 2024

ASPEN, Colorado, Jan. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The energy is off the charts for the biggest showcase in winter action sports! Monster Energy congratulates its team of Freeski and snowboard athletes on a full podium sweep in Men's Ski Big Air, dominant gold medal victories, and never-been-landed tricks on the first day of X Games Aspen 2024.

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  • Monster Energy congratulates its team of Freeski and snowboard athletes on a full podium sweep in Men's Ski Big Air, dominant gold medal victories, and never-been-landed tricks on the first day of X Games Aspen 2024.
  • In her second performance at X Games, Brookes found herself facing an international field featuring multiple X Games gold medalists and Olympic medalists.
  • I honestly… I can't believe it," said an emotional Mia Brookes upon winning Women's Snowboard Slopestyle at X Games Aspen 2024.
  • Podmilsak now owns one X Games medal after taking the win at X Games Aspen 2024 in his second X Games appearance.

Thayers Natural Remedies Hits the Slopes for X Games Aspen Partnership

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Monday, January 22, 2024

NEW YORK, Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Thayers is taking hydration to new heights with an expanded sponsorship of X Games Aspen. Following a successful partnership with X Games California 2023, Thayers will continue as X Games' first official partner in the beauty and skincare category during the winter edition of the iconic action sports competition – running from January 26th to 28th in Aspen, CO – while also entitling the exciting Knuckle Huck ski and snowboard events. Just like Thayers' range of efficacious skincare products are unisex and for all skin types, Thayers will be sponsoring the introduction of the women's ski and snowboard Knuckle Huck events for the first time in X Games history.

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Thayers is taking hydration to new heights with an expanded sponsorship of X Games Aspen.
  • In addition to the groundbreaking addition of the women's disciplines, Thayers will have an impressive footprint on Buttermilk Mountain in Aspen.
  • "Thayers' presence at X Games California was more than just a perfect fit, it was the beginning of an iconic partnership," said Ashley Robbins, Vice President at X Games.
  • Whether travelers land in Aspen or Vail, Thayers digital airport screens will greet guests for X Games weekend.

PLAYA BOWLS ANNOUNCES 2023 WINTER SPECIALS

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

In celebration of these seasonal specials and keeping in tune with the adventurous spirit of Pineappleland throughout the colder months, Playa Bowls will launch a giveaway on social media for a trip to the 2024 Winter X Games in Aspen, CO for one lucky Playa Bowls follower and guest. To participate in this contest, entrants must like and comment on Playa Bowls giveaway post, tagging a friend in the comments -- both parties must be following @playabowls and the winner must be a Playa Bowls Rewards member. For a bonus entry, participants can visit a Playa Bowls shop and share their winter specials order on Instagram, tagging @playabowls. The contest is open for entries beginning December 4 through December 11. Playa Bowls will select and announce the winner on December 12. The winner will receive a $500 gift card for flights, as well as hotel accommodations for two nights in Aspen.

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  • Additionally, from November 15 until November 19, Playa Rewards members can receive $3 off one item from the brand's winter specials menu.
  • As a part of the seasonal specials, Playa Bowls has partnered with Chobani for its Peppermint Mocha Sweet Cream Cold Brew that perfectly transitions your tastebuds from fall to winter.
  • To participate in this contest, entrants must like and comment on Playa Bowls giveaway post, tagging a friend in the comments -- both parties must be following @playabowls and the winner must be a Playa Bowls Rewards member.
  • For a bonus entry, participants can visit a Playa Bowls shop and share their winter specials order on Instagram, tagging @playabowls.

5th Annual Best In The West Skijoring Competition: The Best Skijoring Teams In America Battled It Out Through A Course Of Fire & Ice To Win Their Piece Of The $15K & A Place In Skijoring History

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Friday, April 14, 2023

BIG SKY, Mo., April 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Big Sky Skijoring Association (BSSJ) hosted their 5th annual Best In The West Showdown Presented By Delzer Diversified, Lone Mountain Land Company & RentBiz in Big Sky, Montana on February 4-5, 2023.

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  • "What we are doing with the Showdown, it's a special place in time for skijoring," said Colin Cook, 2 time national skijoring champion and head course designer.
  • I'm thankful to have the opportunity to bring these ideas to life and put my signature on each course we make."
  • "From the hot tub party gap jump, fire tower features to the teams of horses and skiers rallying through the course… I've never seen anything like it.
  • We only had one shot and the timing of the skijoring team and the takeoff had to be perfect.

Monster Energy Athletes Claim Top Spots at 2023 Dew Tour Copper Mountain Snow Sports Competition

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Tuesday, February 28, 2023

COPPER, Colo., Feb. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- This is what storming the podium looks like! Monster Energy congratulates its team of snow sports athletes on a strong performance in the 2023 Winter Dew Tour Copper Mountain competition in Colorado this weekend.

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  • Monster Energy congratulates its team of snow sports athletes on a strong performance in the 2023 Winter Dew Tour Copper Mountain competition in Colorado this weekend.
  • Monster Energy congratulates its team of snow sports athletes on a strong performance in the 2023 Winter Dew Tour Copper Mountain competition in Colorado this weekend.
  • Here are the highlights for team Monster Energy at Dew Tour Copper Mountain 2023:
    For Saturday's Women's Snowboard Superpipe final, the legendary Copper Mountain Superpipe with its 22-foot high walls was running smoothly under blue skies.
  • At Dew Tour Copper Mountain 2021, Hirano made history as the first rider to land a triple cork aerial in competition.