Recreation

Forum Capital Advisors Provides Preferred Equity for Multifamily Development in Fort Myers, Florida

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023

DENVER, May 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Forum Capital Advisors LLC ("Forum"), a Denver-based asset management firm, announced that it has closed on a $26 million preferred equity investment supporting the development of Tailor Apartments, a 384-unit multifamily project in Fort Myers, Florida.

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  • DENVER, May 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Forum Capital Advisors LLC ("Forum"), a Denver-based asset management firm, announced that it has closed on a $26 million preferred equity investment supporting the development of Tailor Apartments, a 384-unit multifamily project in Fort Myers, Florida.
  • "We continue to see positive rent growth projected in the Fort Myers submarket, which was one of the key factors in making this an attractive investment opportunity for Forum."
  • The development is located along Ortiz Avenue with proximate access to I-75 and Highway 82, the main commuter thoroughfares in Fort Myers.
  • "The Forum team has extensive experience working with the sponsor, and we're happy to partner with them again on this investment."

Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative Expands Kids’ Recreation Opportunities

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023

MARIETTA, Ga., May 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Yamaha Motor Corp., USA , today announces the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative (OAI) grants for the first quarter of 2023, supporting projects and programs creating opportunities to enjoy and engage in outdoor recreation and activities, including efforts geared toward the younger generation.

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  • MARIETTA, Ga., May 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Yamaha Motor Corp., USA , today announces the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative (OAI) grants for the first quarter of 2023, supporting projects and programs creating opportunities to enjoy and engage in outdoor recreation and activities, including efforts geared toward the younger generation.
  • For the past 15 years, Yamaha OAI has been leading the powersports industry by endorsing projects across the country that promote safe, responsible access to public land for motorized and outdoor recreation.
  • “Additionally, Yamaha is honored to accept the Public Lands Alliance’s Corporate Stewardship Award, which acknowledged the success of the Outdoor Access Initiative in promoting and defending access to public lands for motorized and outdoor recreation.”
    The Public Lands Alliance works to foster and advance its members of nonprofit partners of America’s public lands since 1977.
  • For OAI grant recipients, the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative continues its support of All Kids Bike, getting students in public schools outside and helping teach them how to ride a bicycle.

GovTech Leader PayIt Acquires Sovereign Sportsman Solutions, Adding Outdoor Recreation and Licensing to its Government Customer Experience and Payments Offering

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023

The acquisition adds a broad suite of outdoor recreation solutions to PayIt’s high-growth offerings in property tax, DMV, courts, and more.

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  • The acquisition adds a broad suite of outdoor recreation solutions to PayIt’s high-growth offerings in property tax, DMV, courts, and more.
  • The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions and is expected to close by the end of May.
  • Leading state and local government agencies at the forefront of customer experience use PayIt and S3 to help them more effectively achieve their missions, modernize operations, and engage residents.
  • Combining PayIt and S3 paves the way to a shared vision of a more unified resident experience across jurisdictions and agencies.

Kids to Parks Day May 20 -- National Park Trust and American Academy of Pediatrics Join Effort to Encourage Families to Plan Park Visits

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023

WASHINGTON, May 16, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Thirteen years ago, National Park Trust launched Kids to Parks Day. Held annually on the third Saturday in May, this year's national day of outdoor park play and recreation will be held on Saturday, May 20, 2023. For 2023, National Park Trust is teaming up with the American Academy of Pediatrics and Mental Health Awareness Month to promote the many physical and mental health benefits of getting outdoors and enjoying nature and parks.

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  • WASHINGTON, May 16, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Thirteen years ago, National Park Trust launched Kids to Parks Day.
  • Held annually on the third Saturday in May, this year's national day of outdoor park play and recreation will be held on Saturday, May 20, 2023.
  • For 2023, National Park Trust is teaming up with the American Academy of Pediatrics and Mental Health Awareness Month to promote the many physical and mental health benefits of getting outdoors and enjoying nature and parks.
  • Additionally, families can download National Park Trust's free ParkPassport mobile app to access park-specific information.Founded by National Park Trust, the mission of Kids to Parks Day is to foster the next generation of park stewards.

Contemporary New Townhome Project Marks Newest Glenwood Springs Multi-Residence Development in 10 Years

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023

River Grand Residences, Garfield County’s newest multi-residence construction project in 10 years, has been unanimously approved by the town planners and town council to begin construction this summer.

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  • River Grand Residences, Garfield County’s newest multi-residence construction project in 10 years, has been unanimously approved by the town planners and town council to begin construction this summer.
  • River Grand Residences feature 3-bedroom/3.5-bath floorplan options ranging from 1,956 to 2,627 square feet.
  • “We are honored that the Glenwood Springs Town Planners and Council unanimously approved the River Grand Residences project,” said Wilson.
  • “The project presents an option for the Colorado lifestyle at a price-point well below comparable offerings in mid-valley.

EPR Properties Declares Monthly Dividend for Common Shareholders

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Monday, May 15, 2023

EPR Properties (NYSE:EPR) today announced that its Board of Trustees has declared its monthly cash dividend to common shareholders.

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  • EPR Properties (NYSE:EPR) today announced that its Board of Trustees has declared its monthly cash dividend to common shareholders.
  • The dividend of $0.275 per common share is payable June 15, 2023 to shareholders of record on May 31, 2023.
  • This dividend represents an annualized dividend of $3.30 per common share.
  • EPR Properties (NYSE:EPR) is the leading diversified experiential net lease real estate investment trust (REIT), specializing in select enduring experiential properties in the real estate industry.

Lessons from 'Star Trek: Picard' – a cybersecurity expert explains how a sci-fi series illuminates today's threats

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Friday, May 12, 2023

Society’s understanding of technology and cybersecurity often is based on simple stereotypes and sensational portrayals in the entertainment media.

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  • Society’s understanding of technology and cybersecurity often is based on simple stereotypes and sensational portrayals in the entertainment media.
  • Or think of counterintelligence specialists repositioning a satellite from the back of a surveillance van via a phone call.
  • And that’s important, because whether it’s a large company, government or your personal information, we all share many of the same cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities.

The nature of the threat

    • Starfleet is the military wing of the United Federation of Planets, of which Earth is a member.
    • In Season 3, the final season, Picard’s ultimate enemy, the Borg, returns to try conquering humanity again.
    • The Borg is a cybernetic collective of half-human, half-machine “drones” led by a cyborg queen.
    • Equally important, “Star Trek: Picard” presents the very real and insidious nature of the insider threat faced by today’s organizations.

Humans remain the weakest link

    • The ultimate safeguard.” With these words, humanity’s military defenders activated a feature that linked every Starfleet vessel together under one unified automated command system.
    • In essence, Starfleet created a Borg-like defense system that the Borg itself used to attack the federation.
    • But even then, technology alone can’t protect humans from ourselves – after all, it’s people who develop, design, select, administer and use technology, which means human flaws are present in these systems, too.

Resiliency is not futile

    • To counter the Borg’s final assault on Earth, Picard’s crew borrows its old starship, Enterprise-D, from a fleet museum.
    • Offline from the others.” From a cybersecurity perspective, ensuring the availability of information resources is one of the industry’s guiding principles.
    • Here, the Enterprise-D represents defenders in response to a cyber incident using assets that are outside of an adversary’s reach.

Prepare for the unknown

    • The “Star Trek” universe explores the unknown in both the universe and contemporary society.
    • Often, such solutions are derived from characters’ interests in music, painting, archaeology, history, sports and other nontechnical areas of study, recreation or expertise.
    • Season 3, in particular, offers viewers both entertainment and education – indeed, the best of both worlds.

Global Leisure Travel Market Report 2023: Sector is Expected to Reach $1,330.5 Billion by 2028 at a CAGR of 8.75% - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, May 12, 2023

Several industries are well-established in the leisure travel ecosystem, including logistics, accommodations, food, retail, recreation, and other tourism services.

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  • Several industries are well-established in the leisure travel ecosystem, including logistics, accommodations, food, retail, recreation, and other tourism services.
  • By bringing people together, supporting communities, and boosting the economy of a country, leisure travel contributes to the creation of new experiences.
  • The publisher provides an analysis of the key trends in each sub-segment of the global leisure travel market report, along with forecasts at the global, regional and country level from 2023-2028.
  • Our report has categorized the market based on traveler type, age group, expenditure type and sales channel.

Johnson Outdoors Named One of the Most Trustworthy Companies in America

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Wednesday, May 10, 2023

All companies headquartered in the United States with a revenue over $500 million were considered in the study which conducted an independent survey with approximately 95,000 submissions.

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  • All companies headquartered in the United States with a revenue over $500 million were considered in the study which conducted an independent survey with approximately 95,000 submissions.
  • In total, 700 companies with the highest score were named Most Trustworthy Companies in America 2023.
  • "At Johnson Outdoors, our commitment lies in enabling our consumers to experience the awe of the great outdoors for generations to come.
  • Johnson Outdoors and its family of brands create products for adventurers, by adventurers.

Network Innovations Signs MoU with Rivada Space Networks to Support Government and Enterprise Connectivity

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Wednesday, May 10, 2023

CALGARY, AB and MUNICH, May 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rivada Space Networks (RSN) and Network Innovations (NI) have announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to work together to bring innovative connectivity solutions to the government and enterprise markets.

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  • CALGARY, AB and MUNICH, May 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rivada Space Networks (RSN) and Network Innovations (NI) have announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to work together to bring innovative connectivity solutions to the government and enterprise markets.
  • Its customers operate in industries including government and defense, public safety, oil and gas, media, mining, utilities, recreation, and maritime.
  • The RSN satellite architecture combines inter-satellite laser links with advanced onboard data routers to create an optical mesh network in space.
  • Network Innovations aims to become a key reseller of RSN's unique connectivity for the government and enterprise sectors.