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EverCharge Announces Leadership Changes

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Monday, April 1, 2024
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Prior to joining EverCharge, he served as President and CEO of Shell Recharge Solutions Americas and Asia (formerly Greenlots), a Los Angeles-based EV charging business, where he created over 200 green and skilled jobs in the EV sector.

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  • Prior to joining EverCharge, he served as President and CEO of Shell Recharge Solutions Americas and Asia (formerly Greenlots), a Los Angeles-based EV charging business, where he created over 200 green and skilled jobs in the EV sector.
  • As an industry veteran, he will help EverCharge advance and scale its presence in the fleet, workplace and multi-unit residential segments, while closely partnering with Taeho Kang.
  • Kang, a seasoned SK Group executive and Vice President, Head of EV Charging at PassKey, led the acquisition of EverCharge by SK Group in March 2022.
  • These leadership changes are effective immediately.

EverCharge and the San Francisco Giants Announce Strategic Partnership

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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SAN FRANCISCO, CA, March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EverCharge , a leading provider of large-scale electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions, and part of SK Group, today announced a strategic partnership with the San Francisco Giants to install charging infrastructure and provide the public, including Giants fans and Oracle Park event go-ers, with safer and more eco-friendly transportation options.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, CA, March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EverCharge , a leading provider of large-scale electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions, and part of SK Group, today announced a strategic partnership with the San Francisco Giants to install charging infrastructure and provide the public, including Giants fans and Oracle Park event go-ers, with safer and more eco-friendly transportation options.
  • In August 2023, the San Francisco Giants and all-electric, driverless car company Cruise committed to developing hundreds of EV chargers to support ballpark facilities.
  • With this new strategic partnership, EverCharge is joining this commitment and helping to further establish Oracle Park as a leader in San Francisco’s EV charging infrastructure.
  • To meet the increasing local demand for more sustainable travel options, the Giants are partnering with EverCharge to bring hundreds of electric vehicle chargers to Oracle Park parking facilities.

Diversified Builds a New Sound System for the San Francisco Giants That’s Ready to Rock

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
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Diversified , a leading global technology solutions provider, today announced that the new sound system at Oracle Park, home of the San Francisco Giants, is now taking the fan experience to a whole new level.

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  • Diversified , a leading global technology solutions provider, today announced that the new sound system at Oracle Park, home of the San Francisco Giants, is now taking the fan experience to a whole new level.
  • Our collaboration with Diversified – a trusted partner and longtime member of the Giants family – to transform our ballpark sound system is one of the ways that we’re doing that.
  • Quality sound has always been important for the Giants, which has been a Diversified customer for two decades.
  • Diversified designed and built the ballpark’s new sound system to be highly intelligible, while also delivering high-fidelity music with subwoofers for low-frequency impact.

Buster Posey Joins Washington Speakers Bureau: From the Ballfield to the Boardroom

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
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WASHINGTON, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Washington Speakers Bureau (WSB) proudly announces the addition of Buster Posey to its esteemed roster of speakers. A true icon in Major League Baseball (MLB), Posey brings unparalleled insights from his illustrious career on the field to his influential role in the boardroom.

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  • WASHINGTON, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Washington Speakers Bureau (WSB) proudly announces the addition of Buster Posey to its esteemed roster of speakers.
  • A true icon in Major League Baseball (MLB), Posey brings unparalleled insights from his illustrious career on the field to his influential role in the boardroom.
  • Ryan Heil, President of Washington Speakers Bureau, shares his excitement: "We're absolutely delighted to share that Buster Posey, a true exemplar of leadership and values, is now part of our exclusive roster at WSB.
  • For information on booking Buster Posey for your next event, please visit https://www.wsb.com/speakers/buster-posey/ .

PERFECT GAME NAMES RYAN KLESKO SPECIAL ASSISTANT

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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SANFORD, Fla., March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Perfect Game , the world's largest youth baseball and softball platform and scouting service, today announced the appointment of former major league All-Star Ryan Klesko as Special Assistant to Ownership.

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  • SANFORD, Fla., March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Perfect Game , the world's largest youth baseball and softball platform and scouting service, today announced the appointment of former major league All-Star Ryan Klesko as Special Assistant to Ownership.
  • Klesko will play a pivotal role in supporting the development of young athletes involved in Perfect Game.
  • "Perfect Game has been fortunate to have Ryan around our events for some time now," said Perfect Game Chairman Rick Thurman.
  • "I am thrilled to join Perfect Game in an official capacity as a special assistant," said Klesko.

ORACLE PARK TEAMSTERS UNANIMOUSLY RATIFY CONTRACT

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Monday, March 18, 2024
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SAN FRANCISCO, March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Teamsters Local 665 members at Oracle Park have voted unanimously to ratify a new collective bargaining agreement, protecting valets, cashiers, and traffic directors who provide essential services at Oracle Park, home of the San Francisco Giants.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Teamsters Local 665 members at Oracle Park have voted unanimously to ratify a new collective bargaining agreement, protecting valets, cashiers, and traffic directors who provide essential services at Oracle Park, home of the San Francisco Giants.
  • "Local 665 is thrilled to have secured a new agreement for Oracle Park Teamsters that really knocks it out of the park," said Tony Delorio, Secretary-Treasurer of Local 665.
  • The groundbreaking contract includes a 5.5 percent annual wage increase for all classifications of workers, the elimination of tiered hourly wages, four additional holidays, employer contributions to the Teamsters 401(k), and improved working conditions.
  • Teamsters Local 665 represents 5,000 working members in nine counties in many diverse industries in Northern California and the San Francisco Bay Area.

Empowering 31,000 Lives Annually: Caminar's Impact Report Unveils Ongoing Commitment to Bay Area Mental Health Needs

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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SAN MATEO, Calif., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Caminar, a leading Bay Area behavioral health care agency, today released its annual Impact Report for the fiscal year 2022-2023. Over the last twelve months, Caminar's programs and services reached more than 31,000 youth, adults, and families across six Bay Area and Northern California counties through services that include counseling, addiction treatment, housing support, and education programs.

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  • SAN MATEO, Calif., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Caminar , a leading Bay Area behavioral health care agency, today released its annual Impact Report for the fiscal year 2022-2023.
  • Behavioral health needs continue to increase, with the Housing and Urban Development (HUD) reporting that among individuals experiencing housing insecurity, one of California's ongoing challenges, nearly 21% have a serious mental health condition .
  • "We are committed to delivering exceptional care to our clients, grounded in the highest standards of science and compassion.
  • Caminar events expand awareness of the growing mental health needs in the community by helping to destigmatize care access.

SONOMA COUNTY WINEGROWERS ANNOUNCE A COLLABORATION WITH JOHN DEERE FOR THE 'FARM OF THE FUTURE'

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
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SANTA ROSA, Calif., Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Each year, when many of Sonoma County's 1,800 certified sustainable winegrape growers gather for the Sonoma County Winegrowers' (SCW) annual meeting, they want to know what is next for one of the world's most sustainable winegrowing regions. Today, they learned the answer to their question: Sonoma County Winegrowers will embark on a major collaboration with one of the world's most iconic brands, John Deere Company.

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  • Today, they learned the answer to their question: Sonoma County Winegrowers will embark on a major collaboration with one of the world's most iconic brands, John Deere Company.
  • "I am so excited to announce that we have begun working with John Deere given that our farmers love their tractors.
  • This new collaboration will be one of the most significant developments for winegrapes and other high value crops," said Karissa Kruse, president and CEO of the Sonoma County Winegrowers.
  • The John Deere collaboration was announced as the local winegrapes growers celebrated ten years as the world's most sustainable winegrowing region.

San Francisco Giants Relief Pitcher Joins National Nonprofit Board of Directors

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Thursday, January 25, 2024
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SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- WAWOS (We're All Working On Something), a national nonprofit dedicated to shifting the perception of physical disability in children and teens, is proud to announce the appointment of Tristan Beck to its board of directors as an Honorary Member. As an ambassador for WAWOS, this collaboration signifies Tristan's continued commitment to community engagement and philanthropy.

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  • SF Giants player, Tristan Beck, joins as Honorary Board Member at WAWOS, a National Disability Advocacy & Empowerment Nonprofit
    SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- WAWOS (We're All Working On Something), a national nonprofit dedicated to shifting the perception of physical disability in children and teens, is proud to announce the appointment of Tristan Beck to its board of directors as an Honorary Member.
  • WAWOS is recognized for its commitment to fostering inclusivity and empowerment among young individuals with neuromuscular diagnoses and delays.
  • Tristan Beck, who made his major league debut in 2023, brings his passion for making a difference to the WAWOS Board of Directors.
  • His dedication to community aligns with our mission to create a more inclusive and supportive world for all."

Dragon Seats Celebrates Record Growth While Eyeing Big Plans in 2024 to Maximize Player Safety, Capitalize on Unique Sponsorship Opportunities

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Monday, January 8, 2024
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CLEVELAND, Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- From key marketing partnerships to successful bench upgrades and integrations, Dragon Seats™, the leading manufacturer and provider of patented heating and cooling benches is proud to share that the company had its most significant year of growth in 2023. In total, Dragon Seats served as the sideline solution for nearly 500 different sporting events across the NFL, NCAA, MLB, and various other outdoor experiences.

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  • To kick off 2023, Dragon Seats completed the successful acquisition and integration of Athletic Recovery Zone ("ARZ"), which married ARZ's cooling technology with Dragon Seats' heating capabilities and reach.
  • Beyond football, Dragon Seats broke into new sports and created unique fan experiences that the team will expand upon in the New Year.
  • Dragon Seats also provided their cooling bench technology to create unique "cool zone" experiences at the Travelers Championship, a summer PGA Tour event.
  • To fuel this growth, Dragon Seats is actively hiring across a range of positions.