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KSL Capital Partners Appoints Kevin Neher as Partner and Co-Head of Strategic Operations

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Thursday, January 18, 2024

DENVER, Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- KSL Capital Partners, LLC ("KSL"), a leading investor in travel and leisure businesses, today announced that Kevin Neher has joined the firm as a partner and Co-Head of Strategic Operations.

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  • DENVER, Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- KSL Capital Partners, LLC ("KSL"), a leading investor in travel and leisure businesses, today announced that Kevin Neher has joined the firm as a partner and Co-Head of Strategic Operations.
  • Kevin joins KSL after a 17-year career with McKinsey & Company, where he served as a Senior Partner and founded the company's Denver office.
  • At KSL, he will utilize his unique expertise to drive operational transformations and strategic decisions across the KSL portfolio.
  • Bryan Traficanti, Co-Head of Strategic Operations at KSL, added: "I have had the pleasure of working with Kevin several times over the years for KSL.

KSL Capital Partners Announces Promotions, Including Four New Partners

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Friday, December 15, 2023

DENVER, Dec. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- KSL Capital Partners, LLC ("KSL"), a leading investor in travel and leisure businesses, today announced its 2024 promotions, including the addition of four individuals to the firm's partnership.

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  • DENVER, Dec. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- KSL Capital Partners, LLC ("KSL"), a leading investor in travel and leisure businesses, today announced its 2024 promotions, including the addition of four individuals to the firm's partnership.
  • "Our people are our single most important asset, and we could not be more pleased to welcome four new Partners who reflect the strength of our firm and global team," said Eric Resnick, Chief Executive Officer and co-founder of KSL.
  • KSL also announced Michael Acierno and Harris Levinson have been promoted to Principal, effective January 1, 2024.
  • We look forward to their continued growth at KSL."

Hyundai and Salt Lake City Hyundai Dealers Raise $70,000 in Support of Intermountain Primary Children's Hospital through KSL Give-A-Thon

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

SALT LAKE CITY, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor America and six Salt Lake City area Hyundai dealers donated $70,000 to Intermountain Primary Children's Hospital as part of the KSL Give-A-Thon 2023.

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  • SALT LAKE CITY, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor America and six Salt Lake City area Hyundai dealers donated $70,000 to Intermountain Primary Children's Hospital as part of the KSL Give-A-Thon 2023.
  • KSL NewsRadio and TV stations along with several others teamed up to raise awareness and critical funds for Primary Children's Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah.
  • "Salt Lake City Hyundai dealers are proud to sponsor and donate to the KSL Give-A-Thon in support of Primary Children's Hospital," said Blake Murdock, dealer principal, Murdock Auto Team.
  • Intermountain Primary Children's Hospital in Salt Lake City is a full-service children's hospital serving Utah, Idaho, Wyoming, Nevada, Montana and Alaska.

Hersha Hospitality Trust Announces Date of Special Meeting to Approve Acquisition by KSL Capital Partners

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hersha Hospitality Trust (NYSE: HT) (“Hersha” or the “Company”), owner of luxury and lifestyle hotels in coastal gateway and resort markets, announced that it has set November 8, 2023 as the date for the special meeting of shareholders (the “Special Meeting”) to approve the previously announced acquisition by affiliates of KSL Capital Partners, LLC ("KSL"), a leading investor in travel and leisure businesses.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hersha Hospitality Trust (NYSE: HT) (“Hersha” or the “Company”), owner of luxury and lifestyle hotels in coastal gateway and resort markets, announced that it has set November 8, 2023 as the date for the special meeting of shareholders (the “Special Meeting”) to approve the previously announced acquisition by affiliates of KSL Capital Partners, LLC ("KSL"), a leading investor in travel and leisure businesses.
  • The Special Meeting will be held virtually at 9:00am ET at https://web.lumiagm.com/212424894.
  • The record date for the Special Meeting has been set as October 2, 2023.
  • Holders of Hersha’s common shares at the close of business on the record date are entitled to vote at the Special Meeting.

BRODSKY & SMITH SHAREHOLDER UPDATE: Notifying Investors of the Following Investigations: Hersha Hospitality Trust (NYSE - HT), Thorne HealthTech, Inc. (Nasdaq - THRN), RPT Realty (NYSE - RPT), Abcam plc (Nasdaq - ABCM)

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Monday, August 28, 2023

BALA CYNWYD, Pa., Aug. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brodsky & Smith reminds investors of the following investigations.

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  • BALA CYNWYD, Pa., Aug. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brodsky & Smith reminds investors of the following investigations.
  • If you own shares and wish to discuss the investigation, contact Jason Brodsky ( [email protected] ) or Marc Ackerman ( [email protected] ) at 855-576-4847.
  • Under the terms of the Agreement, Thorne will be acquired by L Catterton for $10.20 per share in cash for each share of Thorne.
  • Brodsky & Smith is a litigation law firm with extensive expertise representing shareholders throughout the nation in securities and class action lawsuits.

Hersha Hospitality Trust to be Acquired by KSL Capital Partners

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Monday, August 28, 2023

PHILADELPHIA and DENVER, Aug. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hersha Hospitality Trust (NYSE: HT) (“Hersha” or the “Company”), owner of luxury and lifestyle hotels in coastal gateway and resort markets, and KSL Capital Partners, LLC (“KSL”), a leading investor in travel and leisure businesses, today announced a definitive merger agreement, entered into on August 27, 2023, under which affiliates of KSL will acquire all of the outstanding common shares of Hersha for $10.00 per share in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $1.4 billion. The purchase price represents a premium of approximately 60% over Hersha’s closing share price on August 25, 2023, the last full trading day prior to this announcement.

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  • The purchase price represents a premium of approximately 60% over Hersha’s closing share price on August 25, 2023, the last full trading day prior to this announcement.
  • Mr. Jay H. Shah, Hersha’s Executive Chairman, stated: “This transaction provides our shareholders with immediate and certain value at a substantial premium to our public valuation.
  • Wells Fargo and Citigroup are serving as financial advisors and Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP and Miles and Stockbridge P.C.
  • Additionally, Wells Fargo and Citigroup provided a debt financing commitment to KSL in connection with the transaction.

HT Stock Alert: Halper Sadeh LLC Is Investigating Whether the Sale of Hersha Hospitality Trust Is Fair to Shareholders

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Monday, August 28, 2023

Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, is investigating whether the sale of Hersha Hospitality Trust (NYSE: HT) to affiliates of KSL Capital Partners, LLC for $10.00 per share is fair to Hersha shareholders.

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  • Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, is investigating whether the sale of Hersha Hospitality Trust (NYSE: HT) to affiliates of KSL Capital Partners, LLC for $10.00 per share is fair to Hersha shareholders.
  • On behalf of Hersha shareholders, Halper Sadeh LLC may seek increased consideration for shareholders, additional disclosures and information concerning the proposed transaction, or other relief and benefits.
  • Halper Sadeh LLC represents investors all over the world who have fallen victim to securities fraud and corporate misconduct.
  • Our attorneys have been instrumental in implementing corporate reforms and recovering millions of dollars on behalf of defrauded investors.

Klaytn Foundation Hosts 'Klaytn Square Lounge 2023' During Korea Blockchain Week 2023

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Thursday, August 17, 2023

SINGAPORE, Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Klaytn Foundation, established to build and decentralize the ecosystem of South Korea's leading Layer 1 blockchain Klaytn, will be hosting the "Klaytn Square Lounge (KSL) 2023" event that consists of three parts: "Presentation Session of Foundations and Partners," "Developer Meetup," and "Web 3.0 Gaming Hackathon," from September 4 to 6.

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  • SINGAPORE, Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Klaytn Foundation, established to build and decentralize the ecosystem of South Korea's leading Layer 1 blockchain Klaytn, will be hosting the "Klaytn Square Lounge (KSL) 2023" event that consists of three parts: "Presentation Session of Foundations and Partners," "Developer Meetup," and "Web 3.0 Gaming Hackathon," from September 4 to 6.
  • Klaytn Square Lounge: A Place for Klaytn Ecosystem Contributor, Partner's Insight Sharing
    KSL 2023's speech sessions have two agendas: "Klaytn Ecosystem Partner's Day" on the 4th, and "Global Expansion – A Web3 Perspective" on the 5th.
  • Additionally, Klaytn Foundation and partnering companies will present sessions to share technical insights and information during the hackerhouse.
  • On September 6 (Wed), a day after the Klaytn ecosystem-related sessions, Klaytn Foundation will hold a Pre-final Warm Up event for the "ABGA x Klaytn x ISKRA x CESS Web3 Gaming Hackathon".

KSL Capital Partners Expands Team with Two Senior Hires

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Monday, March 6, 2023

DENVER, March 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- KSL Capital Partners, LLC ("KSL"), a leading investor in travel and leisure businesses, today announced the expansion of its team with two senior hires: Ana Goizueta has joined as Head of Investor Relations and Marketing, and Nolen Taylor has joined as Chief Financial Officer.

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  • Michael Mohapp Promoted to Partner; Jens Blomdahl Promoted to Principal
    DENVER, March 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- KSL Capital Partners, LLC ("KSL"), a leading investor in travel and leisure businesses, today announced the expansion of its team with two senior hires: Ana Goizueta has joined as Head of Investor Relations and Marketing, and Nolen Taylor has joined as Chief Financial Officer.
  • "For more than 30 years, our people have set KSL apart, and we remain focused on hiring, developing and empowering strong performers," said Eric Resnick, co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of KSL.
  • "KSL has built an incredible team and maintained a differentiated, focused strategy investing in well-located travel and leisure businesses and unforgettable experiences," said Mr. Taylor.
  • I look forward to working with them in their new roles as KSL continues to execute on the attractive investment opportunities ahead."

KSL | Pulse Scientific Named National Distributor in Canada for First-of-its-Kind COVID-19 & Flu At-Home Molecular Test

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Tuesday, November 29, 2022

The Lucira COVID-19 & Flu Test is a 99% accurate rapid molecular test that delivers results in 30 minutes or less from one shallow nasal swab.

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  • The Lucira COVID-19 & Flu Test is a 99% accurate rapid molecular test that delivers results in 30 minutes or less from one shallow nasal swab.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221129005267/en/
    KSL | Pulse Scientific named national distributor in Canada for first-of-its-kind Covid-19 & Flu at-home molecular test.
  • Developed by Lucira Health, this 99% accurate test approved by Health Canada is now available for the COVID/Flu season.
  • Because Australia had an alarming spike in COVID and flu cases and we could see a substantial increase in North America.