Great Wolf Resorts

Green Dot Appoints Melissa Douros as Chief Product Officer

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

Green Dot Corporation (NYSE: GDOT), a leading digital bank and fintech powering consumers and businesses with seamless banking and payment solutions, today announced the appointment of Melissa Douros as Chief Product Officer.

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  • Green Dot Corporation (NYSE: GDOT), a leading digital bank and fintech powering consumers and businesses with seamless banking and payment solutions, today announced the appointment of Melissa Douros as Chief Product Officer.
  • Douros will lead Green Dot’s product design and development team with a focus on building simple, seamless and useful tools for Green Dot’s customers and growing list of world-class banking-as-a-service (BaaS) and embedded finance partners.
  • “Melissa is a visionary product leader with deep experience in digital transformation strategy that will be instrumental in driving Green Dot forward as we continue building our platform to best serve the financial needs of businesses and consumers,” said George Gresham, Chief Executive Officer, Green Dot Corporation.
  • “The financial products and solutions Green Dot is building are shaping the way people interact with their money and elevate the financial experience for both businesses and consumers,” said Douros.

Public Charter School Fair to Showcase Local Education Options, Offer Free Fun

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Friday, January 19, 2024

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Jan. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- North Carolina has one of the highest rates of charter enrollment growth in the nation. If your family has chosen or is interested in choosing a charter school, come celebrate this learning option at a fun-filled charter school fair at the Great Wolf Lodge Water Park on Saturday, Jan. 27.

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  • If your family has chosen or is interested in choosing a charter school, come celebrate this learning option at a fun-filled charter school fair at the Great Wolf Lodge Water Park on Saturday, Jan. 27.
  • Participating schools include Socrates Academy, Metrolina Regional Scholars Academy, Apprentice Academy, Carolina International School, Charlotte Lab School, Community Public Charter School, KIPP North Carolina Public Schools, Telra Institute, and more.
  • Hispanic students are the fastest-growing community in charter schools nationwide according to the National Alliance of Public Charter Schools.
  • "With families choosing public charter schools at an unprecedented rate in North Carolina, what better time is there to celebrate these unique public schools than during National School Choice Week?

Beloved School Choice Fair Takes Place at Fresh Location, Promises Same Fun for Families

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Friday, January 19, 2024

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., Jan. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Next week, the annual El Paso County School Fair will kick off in a new location: the Great Wolf Lodge. The huge school fair will support more than 900 parents and students in exploring Colorado's education options and celebrating the joy of learning.

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  • The huge school fair will support more than 900 parents and students in exploring Colorado's education options and celebrating the joy of learning.
  • All are welcome at the fair, which takes place Saturday, Jan. 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
  • This year, the fair will be the biggest school choice celebration in Colorado during National School Choice Week (Jan. 21-27), a weeklong celebration of K-12 education choice.
  • The history-making celebration of National School Choice Week 2024 will feature tens of thousands of school choice celebrations across all 50 states.

Evolve Selects Affirm as Its Pay-Over-Time Partner

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

By selecting Affirm at checkout, approved Evolve customers can split the total cost of any booking over $500 into monthly payments for as low as 0% APR.

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  • By selecting Affirm at checkout, approved Evolve customers can split the total cost of any booking over $500 into monthly payments for as low as 0% APR.
  • “We knew Affirm was the right partner for Evolve based on their commitment to transparency – their mission to deliver honest financial products aligns seamlessly with our vision to be the most trusted hospitality brand in vacation rental,” said Eric Schueller, Executive Vice President of Revenue at Evolve.
  • Evolve joins over 266,000 Affirm retail partners, including American Airlines, Priceline, Great Wolf Lodge, Cathay Pacific, SeatGeek, Royal Caribbean, and more.
  • Offering Affirm at checkout can drive overall sales, increase average order value, and increase customer repurchase rates.

Suffolk Partners With ULI Southwest Florida to Provide First Look at Great Wolf Lodge Under Construction in Collier County

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Friday, October 27, 2023

Great Wolf Lodge, renowned for its family-friendly indoor water park resorts, is set to make a grand entrance into Southwest Florida with its newest addition.

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  • Great Wolf Lodge, renowned for its family-friendly indoor water park resorts, is set to make a grand entrance into Southwest Florida with its newest addition.
  • The ULI Southwest Florida District Council, dedicated to promoting sustainable land use and development, brought together its esteemed members to gain insight into this transformative project’s development.
  • ULI members gathered with Suffolk leaders at the Great Wolf Lodge construction site, touring the incredible facilities that will make this a world-class family resort destination for the region.
  • Our event showcasing the Great Wolf Lodge under construction by Suffolk aligns perfectly with our mission, as it demonstrates how forward-thinking development can enrich our community.

Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company Welcomes Val McGee as Senior Vice President of Revenue

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Tuesday, August 29, 2023

CANTON, Ohio, Aug. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company ("HOFV" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: HOFV, HOFVW), the only resort, entertainment and media company centered around the power of professional football, today announced the appointment of Val McGee as the Company's Senior Vice President of Revenue.

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  • CANTON, Ohio, Aug. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company ("HOFV" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: HOFV, HOFVW), the only resort, entertainment and media company centered around the power of professional football, today announced the appointment of Val McGee as the Company's Senior Vice President of Revenue.
  • Val brings a wealth of experience from her distinguished 30-year career in the Hospitality and Family Entertainment Industries.
  • "We are delighted to welcome Val McGee as our Senior Vice President of Revenue," said Michael Crawford, President and CEO of HOFV.
  • McGee stated, "I am truly excited to join the Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company team and contribute to its mission of creating unforgettable experiences for fans and visitors.

Maryland Celebrates the Opening of the Newest, Largest Great Wolf Lodge in North America

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Thursday, July 6, 2023

BALTIMORE, July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Maryland Marketing Partnership, which helps drive Maryland's branding and marketing efforts to attract businesses, create jobs, and grow the state's economy, has announced that the state of Maryland celebrated the grand opening of Great Wolf Lodge in Perryville, Md.

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  • "Maryland warmly and enthusiastically welcomes the opening of the state's newest great attraction and economic development engine, the Great Wolf Lodge of Perryville in Cecil County," said Tom Riford, executive director of the Maryland Marketing Partnership.
  • We're thrilled to welcome so many new visitors, many from out-of-state, and introduce them to Great Wolf Lodge and the great state of Maryland."
  • Great Wolf Lodge held its ribbon-cutting event on June 29, 2023 with Maryland Governor Wes Moore and Secretary of Commerce Kevin Anderson.
  • "It is with great honor and pleasure that we officially open our doors to Great Wolf Lodge in Maryland, as I can't think of a better place to call home for our largest resort yet," said Nadine Miracle, general manager of Great Wolf Lodge Maryland.

Great Wolf Lodge and PepsiCo Celebrate New Partnership With "bubly Beach Break" Experience and First-Ever bubly™ Ice Cream Floats

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Wednesday, March 22, 2023

PURCHASE, N.Y., March 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- PepsiCo and Great Wolf Lodge enter a new partnership, giving families a wide variety of PepsiCo beverages at resort locations across the United States. Together, Great Wolf Lodge and PepsiCo will explore innovative new ways to inspire families to strengthen their packs and crack even more smiles when visiting the indoor water park resorts —starting with the introduction of the first bubly™ sparkling water ice cream float and a national sweepstakes giving families an opportunity to experience some warm weather fun this spring.

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  • The ice cream treats will feature new delicious bubly flavors infused with summertime citrus—orange cream bubly and lemon sorbet bubly.
  • For one week only this season, bubly will host bubly Beach Breaks at Great Wolf Lodge's wave pools, where the floats will be exclusively available via bubly ice cream carts.
  • The bubly ice cream carts will show up at the Great Wolf Lodge locations in Gurnee, Illinois and Williamsburg, Virginia from April 17th to 23rd.
  • "We are constantly seeking ways to enhance the Great Wolf Lodge experience and provide new opportunities for families to strengthen their pack," shared Brooke Patterson, Chief Marketing Officer for Great Wolf Lodge.

Shoe Carnival Announces Appointment of Erik Gast as Chief Financial Officer

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Thursday, March 16, 2023

Shoe Carnival, Inc. (Nasdaq: SCVL) (the “Company”), a leading retailer of footwear and accessories for the family, today announced that Erik Gast has been named the Company’s Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, effective April 24, 2023.

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  • Shoe Carnival, Inc. (Nasdaq: SCVL) (the “Company”), a leading retailer of footwear and accessories for the family, today announced that Erik Gast has been named the Company’s Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, effective April 24, 2023.
  • Bringing over 30 years of finance experience with both private and public companies, Mr. Gast will join the Company from Fleet Farm Group, LLC, where he has been the Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer since 2020.
  • In that role, Mr. Gast was instrumental in driving improved financial performance and developing long term strategic plans.
  • Mark J. Worden, the Company’s President and Chief Executive Officer, commented, “We’re excited to welcome Erik to our leadership team.

Driven Brands elevates Danny Rivera to newly created Chief Operating Officer role

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Thursday, January 26, 2023

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Jan. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Driven Brands Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: DRVN) ("Driven Brands" or the "Company"), the largest automotive services company in North America, today announced the appointment of Danny Rivera to the newly-created role of Chief Operating Officer effective February 20, 2023, reporting to Chief Executive Officer Jonathan Fitzpatrick.

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  • CHARLOTTE, N.C., Jan. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Driven Brands Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: DRVN) ("Driven Brands" or the "Company"), the largest automotive services company in North America, today announced the appointment of Danny Rivera to the newly-created role of Chief Operating Officer effective February 20, 2023, reporting to Chief Executive Officer Jonathan Fitzpatrick.
  • "I am humbled to be appointed to this newly created Chief Operating Officer role.
  • Mr. Khalid is joining Driven Brands from his most recent role as Senior Vice President, Field Operations, at Great Wolf Resorts.
  • Previously, he served as the Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Meineke at Driven Brands.