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Newly Renovated DoubleTree by Hilton Opens at Greensboro Airport

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

COVINGTON, Ky., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Commonwealth Hotels , a Covington, Kentucky-based hotel management company, proudly announced that the DoubleTree Hilton opened its doors at the Greensboro Airport to show off its newly renovated hotel.

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  • COVINGTON, Ky., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Commonwealth Hotels , a Covington, Kentucky-based hotel management company, proudly announced that the DoubleTree Hilton opened its doors at the Greensboro Airport to show off its newly renovated hotel.
  • Formally the Holiday Inn, the rebranding will serve as the newest addition to the Hilton family of brands, and the Hilton Honors loyalty program.
  • The property is within minutes of the Piedmont Triad International Airport, Big Tree Way Park, and Greensboro Coliseum.
  • "As the general manager of our newly opened hotel, I am thrilled to welcome guests to our area.

Superior School of Real Estate Launches Second Annual North Carolina CE Tour Road Show with Bill Gallagher

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

Superior School of Real Estate , the leading real estate educator for both online and classroom learning in North Carolina, today announced its second annual North Carolina CE Tour Road Show with Bill Gallagher.

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  • Superior School of Real Estate , the leading real estate educator for both online and classroom learning in North Carolina, today announced its second annual North Carolina CE Tour Road Show with Bill Gallagher.
  • “Our CE road tour across North Carolina was a huge hit last year!
  • “I love teaching, and I am looking forward to hitting the road with these courses.”
    Superior’s Second Annual North Carolina CE Tour Road Show with Bill Gallagher will run for three weeks across numerous locations in North Carolina.
  • His experience in the real estate industry has touched the lives of thousands of students and professionals in North Carolina.

Holiday Inn Express Greensboro-(I-40 @ Wendover) Unveils Stunning Renovation to Enhance Guest Experience

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Monday, May 22, 2023

The Holiday Inn Express Greensboro-(I-40 @ Wendover) now boasts the ability to upgrade guests to spacious studio or two room suites with separate seating areas with pull out sofas.

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  • The Holiday Inn Express Greensboro-(I-40 @ Wendover) now boasts the ability to upgrade guests to spacious studio or two room suites with separate seating areas with pull out sofas.
  • "We are thrilled to unveil the stunning transformation of our hotel," said Sandra Stoddart, General Manager of Holiday Inn Express Greensboro-(I-40 @ Wendover).
  • The Holiday Inn Express Greensboro-(I-40 @ Wendover) is owned and managed by Daly Seven, Inc., under a license agreement with InterContinental Hotels Group.
  • InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world's leading hotel companies, is the parent company of the Holiday Inn Express brand.

YMCA Celebrates 100 Years of National Short Course Swimming Championship

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Friday, March 31, 2023

Greensboro, NC, March 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- YMCA of the USA (Y-USA), the national resource office for the nearly 2,600 YMCAs across the country, is proud to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the YMCA National Short Course Swimming Championship, April 3-7 in Greensboro, NC.

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  • Greensboro, NC, March 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- YMCA of the USA (Y-USA), the national resource office for the nearly 2,600 YMCAs across the country, is proud to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the YMCA National Short Course Swimming Championship, April 3-7 in Greensboro, NC.
  • The first YMCA National Short Course Swimming Championship took place in Brooklyn, NY in 1923 with 80 athletes.
  • Two-time Olympic gold medalist, Cullen Jones (2008, 2012), will be in attendance and remains heavily involved in the competitive swimming community.
  • Paul Atkinson, 88, is considered the unofficial historian of the YMCA National Short Course Swimming Championships and will be in attendance.

WWE® Announces Additional Dates to Live Event Schedule

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Friday, March 3, 2023

WWE® (NYSE: WWE) today announced additional live events as part of the company’s 2023 touring schedule.

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  • WWE® (NYSE: WWE) today announced additional live events as part of the company’s 2023 touring schedule.
  • Tickets go on sale next Friday, March 10.
  • - Friday, May 12: SmackDown® – Thompson-Boling Arena in Knoxville, Tenn.
    - Saturday, May 13: WWE Supershow – James Brown Arena in Augusta, Ga.
    - Sunday, May 14: WWE Supershow – North Charleston Coliseum in North Charleston, S.C.
    - Monday, May 15: Raw® – Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, N.C.
    - Friday, May 19: SmackDown – Colonial Life Arena in Columbia, S.C.
    - Saturday, May 20: WWE Supershow – Crown Coliseum in Fayetteville, N.C.
    - Sunday, May 21: WWE Supershow – Hampton Coliseum in Hampton, Va.
    - Monday, May 29: Raw – MVP Arena in Albany, N.Y.
    - Friday, June 2: SmackDown – Mohegan Sun Arena @ Casey Plaza in Wilkes-Barre, Pa.
    - Monday, June 5: Raw – XL Center in Hartford, Conn.
    - Monday, June 19: Raw – Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse in Cleveland, Ohio

Plunge for Elodie Fundraising Event Returns for 6th Year, Set to Surpass $2 Million Raised for Epidermolysis Bullosa

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Tuesday, February 28, 2023

2023 marks a groundbreaking year as the Plunge for Elodie is set to surpass $2M raised for EBRP.

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  • 2023 marks a groundbreaking year as the Plunge for Elodie is set to surpass $2M raised for EBRP.
  • Elodie also recently captured Hollywood’s heart as she shared the plunge story in her own words , alongside Kermit the Frog.
  • The Plunge for Elodie was created by 10 childhood friends of Elodie’s mom, EBRP Board Member Emily Kubik.
  • For a full list of Plunge for Elodie sponsors, visit the Plunge for Elodie website .

Segra Introduces Smart Wi-Fi™

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Thursday, January 26, 2023

Today, Segra announces the availability of Smart Wi-Fi™, a solution that transforms Wi-Fi networks into marketing, analytics and revenue-generating experiences.

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  • Today, Segra announces the availability of Smart Wi-Fi™, a solution that transforms Wi-Fi networks into marketing, analytics and revenue-generating experiences.
  • The Smart Wi-Fi solution provides an enhanced guest experience, data management, reporting and state-of-the-art security.
  • “Our Smart Wi-Fi solution takes Wi-Fi to the next level by enabling our customers to improve their onsite Wi-Fi experience and generate more revenue.
  • Engage Smart Wi-Fi™ gives businesses the power to gather customer insights through Smart Wi-Fi, then deliver targeted and timely messages to build lasting customer relationships.

Ally and Disney create unprecedented media and collegiate collaboration to advance parity for women's sports

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Monday, February 20, 2023

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Feb. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ally Financial Inc. and The Walt Disney Company today announced the digital financial services company is extending its marketing presence and powerful support of women's sports with a multi-year, multimillion dollar investment intentionally designed to advance equality in women's sports coverage.

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  • This cycle needs to change," said Andrea Brimmer, chief marketing and public relations officer at Ally.
  • Late last year, Ally challenged Disney to create a first-of-its-kind sponsorship package to spotlight women's sports and advance the brand's pledge to reach 50/50 media spend across men's and women's sports.
  • Disney worked hand-in-hand with Ally to create a new and innovative type of package with gender equity at its core.
  • Ally and Disney intentionally structured the ACC Network media portion of the agreement to create opportunities for additional financial brands to join, thereby increasing investment in women's sports.

TIAA and the Charlotte Hornets Team Up for Equity

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Thursday, October 20, 2022

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Oct. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TIAA and the National Basketball Association's Charlotte Hornets are teaming up to help support educational and professional equity for all through the 2022 And-1s For Equity program.

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  • CHARLOTTE, N.C., Oct. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TIAA and the National Basketball Association's Charlotte Hornets are teaming up to help support educational and professional equity for all through the 2022 And-1s For Equity program.
  • TIAA and the NBA's Charlotte Hornets are teaming up to help support educational and professional equity.
  • Hornets Sports & Entertainment owns the Charlotte Hornets, Greensboro Swarm and Hornets Venom GT, and operates Charlotte's Spectrum Center.
  • TIAA is a leading provider of secure retirements and outcome-focused investment solutions to millions of people and thousands of institutions.

Ally Financial Adds Detroit Pistons to Sponsorship Roster, Expands Partnership with Charlotte Hornets

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Thursday, October 13, 2022

DETROIT, Oct. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In advance of the 2022-2023 professional basketball season Ally Financial Inc. (NYSE: ALLY) officially announced today a new partnership with the Detroit Pistons and a renewed partnership with the Charlotte Hornets.

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  • DETROIT, Oct. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In advance of the 2022-2023 professional basketball season AllyFinancial Inc. (NYSE: ALLY)officially announced today a new partnership with the Detroit Pistons and a renewed partnership with the Charlotte Hornets.
  • The partnership with the Detroit Pistons focuses on several community programs, including the "313 - In it for My City" game-day activations.
  • "The Pistons are thrilled to partner with Ally at the heart of this partnership is a mutual dedication to the Detroit community," said Brenden Mallette, SVP of Corporate Partnerships & Engagement for the Detroit Pistons.
  • Hornets Sports & Entertainment owns the Charlotte Hornets, Greensboro Swarm and Hornets Venom GT, and operates Charlotte's Spectrum Center.