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CJ Ham Will Host Charity Softball Game in May at CHS Field

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Monday, April 1, 2024
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MINNEAPOLIS, April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Annual Thielen Foundation Softball Game will return to CHS Field on May 30 with a new name and a new host. Minnesota Vikings fullback CJ Ham will host the family-friendly event, now called the UNRL® Celebrity Softball Game, presented by Choice Bank, benefiting Thielen Foundation.

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  • Minnesota Vikings fullback CJ Ham will host the family-friendly event, now called the UNRL® Celebrity Softball Game, presented by Choice Bank, benefiting Thielen Foundation.
  • MINNEAPOLIS, April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Annual Thielen Foundation Softball Game will return to CHS Field on May 30 with a new name and a new host.
  • Minnesota Vikings fullback CJ Ham will host the family-friendly event, now called the UNRL® Celebrity Softball Game, presented by Choice Bank, benefiting Thielen Foundation.
  • Thielen Foundation and Ham announced that the fan-favorite, celebrity-filled softball game will take place on Thursday, May 30, 2024 at CHS Field.

Stagwell (STGW) Agencies 72andSunny, Allison, Anomaly, Colle McVoy, Doner, HUNTER, KWT Global and Team Epiphany Drive Big Game Moments On and Off the Field

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Monday, February 12, 2024
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NEW YORK and LAS VEGAS, Feb. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW), the challenger network built to transform marketing, is proud to represent six national in-game advertisements in this year's Super Bowl LVIII, for clients including Bud Light, Budweiser, E*Trade, National Football League (NFL), Paramount+ and United Airlines. Additionally, several Stagwell agencies led Big Game activations on the ground for brands including Don Julio, Grand Marnier, and Lovesac.

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  • Additionally, several Stagwell agencies led Big Game activations on the ground for brands including Don Julio, Grand Marnier, and Lovesac.
  • "Once again, our agencies have delivered and supported Big Game spots with Big C creative thinking," said Stagwell Chairman and CEO Mark Penn.
  • I look forward to Stagwell continuing to drive special moments like these as we prepare to host Sport Beach, our flagship activation at Cannes Lions 2024, this June."
  • Ally Financial " Saving for that Ad " – With Anomaly's help, Ally aired a 30-second spot on Paramount+ during the Big Game.

Modern Football Technology Announces Cris Carter and Andy Beal as Board Advisors

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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SACRAMENTO, Calif., Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Modern Football Technology, an innovative Analytical AI and sports technology startup, announced today that Hall of Fame football player, Cris Carter, and the Founder of MaxPreps, Andy Beal joined the Company to support its continued growth and execution. Carter and Beal join a team of industry veterans leading the company to the next stage of growth.

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  • SACRAMENTO, Calif., Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Modern Football Technology , an innovative Analytical AI and sports technology startup, announced today that Hall of Fame football player, Cris Carter, and the Founder of MaxPreps, Andy Beal joined the Company to support its continued growth and execution.
  • Modern Football Technology's platform is a game-changer for coaches and teams alike, offering real-time insights that were once unimaginable.
  • The addition of Carter and Beal will bring invaluable knowledge and business experience to Modern Football Technology, and marks a significant vote of confidence in the Company's potential.
  • "It's always sweeter to achieve success as a team, and we are honored to have the support of Cris Carter and Andy Beal as we work towards our growth goals," said Christian Masegian, CEO and co-founder of Modern Football Technology.

LandAirSea Appoints Hall of Fame NFL Legend Cris Carter to Board of Directors

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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“Cris Carter’s appointment to the LandAirSea board of directors brings a wealth of leadership experience and business acumen that will propel LandAirSea to new heights,” said Greg Jacobson, CEO of LandAirSea.

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  • “Cris Carter’s appointment to the LandAirSea board of directors brings a wealth of leadership experience and business acumen that will propel LandAirSea to new heights,” said Greg Jacobson, CEO of LandAirSea.
  • “As a member of the LandAirSea board of directors, Cris will play a vital role in our continued success in the GPS tracking marketplace.
  • “I’m excited to be joining the team at LandAirSea,” said Cris Carter, Hall of Fame NFL Wide Receiver.
  • LandAirSea’s portfolio of tracking devices and software include the LandAirSea 54, LandAirSea SYNC, LandAirSea Overdrive, LandAirSea PlateLocate and LandAirSea 9100 Solar.

Stagwell's (STGW) Sport Beach Activation Will Return to Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity 2024 with Icons Megan Rapinoe, Sue Bird, Carmelo Anthony, Hélio Castroneves, Justin Jefferson and More Confirmed to Attend

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Monday, February 5, 2024
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NEW YORK and CANNES, France, Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW), the challenger network built to transform marketing, unveiled today the initial athlete and brand partners confirmed to activate at Sport Beach 2024 (June 17–20), the flagship sports business destination at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity (Cannes Lions). In 2023, Sport Beach was built for brands, platforms and athletes to tap into the cultural zeitgeist of sport and explore the power of fandom. It was the first time these groups converged at Cannes Lions to explore the dynamic culture of sports business, and to great success – with nearly 40 athletes and drawing over 5,000 people.

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  • Sport Beach 2024, which moves to La Plage du Festival, will build on last year's success at Cannes Lions.
  • As part of this track, Sue and Megan will host a live edition of their podcast "A Touch More" from Sport Beach.
  • These discussions and activations at Sport Beach reflect a broader trend of athletes venturing into entrepreneurship, specifically within lifestyle industries.
  • Justin Jefferson (football) – A renowned NFL wide receiver and budding icon, Justin Jefferson has quickly become a household name.

Tostitos® and Kirk Cousins Suit Up to Serve the Meal of a Lifetime at Super Bowl LVIII Pop-Up Restaurant, Tost by Tostitos

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Thursday, January 18, 2024
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PLANO, Texas, Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Tostitos® – the Official Chip & Dip of the NFL – is heading to Super Bowl LVIII and opening the doors once again to its limited-time culinary experience, Tost by Tostitos. This year, Tostitos is upping the ante in Las Vegas with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for football fans and foodies alike to have their meal prepared and served by Minnesota Vikings' quarterback, Kirk Cousins.

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  • This year, Tostitos is upping the ante in Las Vegas with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for football fans and foodies alike to have their meal prepared and served by Minnesota Vikings' quarterback, Kirk Cousins.
  • One lucky fan will win the jackpot of the ultimate Super Bowl experience, including travel and accommodations to Las Vegas, a pair of tickets to Super Bowl LVIII and a VIP reservation at Tost by Tostitos with tableside service by Cousins, Vegas style.
  • Limited reservations for a complimentary meal at Tost by Tostitos are open today and available at www.tostbytostitos.com .
  • In addition to Tost by Tostitos, Frito-Lay is bringing even more to Las Vegas with an immersive fan experience at the Frito-Lay Chip Strip .

Millions of Children, Parents, and Educators to Participate in Crayola Creativity Week Global Event Celebrating Children's Creative Thinking

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024
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EASTON, Pa., Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Crayola Education is thrilled to launch its third annual Crayola Creativity Week to provide parents and educators with the tools they need to nurture young children's minds and inspire them to let their originality shine. Taking place virtually from Jan. 22-Jan. 28, this celebratory worldwide event is an exciting week-long program designed to spotlight children's creativity and the joy it brings to teaching and learning any subject.

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  • Creativity Week is a free program that puts the spotlight on how Creativity Connects Us, bringing millions of children together globally across 6 continents and 77 countries.
  • "Crayola Creativity Week rests at the heart of Crayola's mission by nurturing creativity in the classrooms and homes and helping engage kids with hands-on learning across key subjects," said Victoria Lozano, Executive Vice President, Marketing at Crayola.
  • "Crayola Creativity Week is a seven-day celebration that shows children they can have fun with learning through creativity," said Crystal Hopkins, School Librarian at Three Peaks Elementary in Cedar City, UT, who is a past participant of Crayola Creativity Week.
  • Crayola partners with artists, actors, authors, astronauts, musicians, entrepreneurs, and athletes who are passionate about inspiring, engaging and supporting children's education.

Cumulus Media’s Westwood One Presents Exclusive National Audio Coverage of Six NFL Games Over the Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend

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Wednesday, November 22, 2023
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NEW YORK, Nov. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CUMULUS MEDIA’s (NASDAQ: CMLS) Westwood One, the largest audio network in the U.S., will present exclusive national audio play-by-play coverage of six NFL games over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, including Thanksgiving Day, Black Friday, Sunday night, and Monday night.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CUMULUS MEDIA’s (NASDAQ: CMLS) Westwood One, the largest audio network in the U.S., will present exclusive national audio play-by-play coverage of six NFL games over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, including Thanksgiving Day, Black Friday, Sunday night, and Monday night.
  • This will be just the second time that twin brothers will have shared a three-man booth for a national NFL broadcast.
  • SUNDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL will feature the Baltimore Ravens taking on the LA Chargers, on November 26, with coverage beginning at 7:30 p.m.
  • For more information on Westwood One Sports’ NFL programming, contact Ryan Maguire at [email protected] or (212) 824-2994.

LogicMonitor Delivers a Competitive Advantage to the NFL's Minnesota Vikings Football Team

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Thursday, December 14, 2023
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SANTA BARBARA, Calif., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Football season is in full swing and for a chance at the playoffs, coaches and quarterbacks need to efficiently assess their plays before and after each game to dominate. In an environment where every second matters, sports teams like the Minnesota Vikings rely on LogicMonitor, the leading SaaS-based hybrid observability platform powered by AI, to ensure uninterrupted access to vital video footage.

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  • In an environment where every second matters, sports teams like the Minnesota Vikings rely on LogicMonitor , the leading SaaS-based hybrid observability platform powered by AI, to ensure uninterrupted access to vital video footage.
  • They watch footage before and after games, so that footage must be readily available at all times," said Matt Freshwater, Information Technology Manager, Minnesota Vikings.
  • It gets so granular, but this footage is the lifeblood of competitive advantage, so it's extremely important."
  • To learn more about how the Minnesota Vikings use LogicMonitor to gain an advantage, read the case study .

Arctic Wolf Selected as Trusted Security Operations Partner of the Minnesota Vikings

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
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"Joining forces with the Minnesota Vikings as their Trusted Security Operations Partner is an immense honor for Arctic Wolf," said Steve Craig, chief sales officer, Arctic Wolf. "This partnership further solidifies Arctic Wolf's position as the go-to provider of cybersecurity solutions for leading professional sports organizations and demonstrates how the Arctic Wolf Security Operations Cloud empowers front offices to tackle emerging threats head-on, allowing them to focus on what matters most -- performing on the field and delivering unforgettable experiences to their fans."

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  • EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn., Nov. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Arctic Wolf ®, a global leader in security operations, today announced that they have been selected as the Trusted Security Operations Partner of the Minnesota Vikings .
  • In an era where technology is deeply embedded in the fabric of sports, the need for effective Security Operations has become increasingly critical for all professional sports organizations.
  • Arctic Wolf currently helps sports organizations in the NBA, NHL, MLS, English Premier League (EPL), Formula 1, and INDY Car to achieve positive security outcomes that span the entire security operations framework.
  • "Joining forces with the Minnesota Vikings as their Trusted Security Operations Partner is an immense honor for Arctic Wolf," said Steve Craig, chief sales officer, Arctic Wolf.