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INDUSTRY LEADERS CONVENE TO SHINE SPOTLIGHT ON LATINOS IN SPORTS

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Monday, April 8, 2024

MIAMI, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Seasoned executives from the worlds of sports, media, and marketing announced today a joint venture focused on the power of Latinos in the global sports industry.  The multitiered platform will focus on content, careers, and convenings, and officially launch during Miami's Formula 1 weekend at a star-studded event presented by Amerant Bank and in partnership with CNBC.  Through his company ImpactX Sports Group, Xavier A. Gutierrez—president and CEO of the Arizona Coyotes NHL club and the only Latino currently leading a major American sports team—created the venture with Pedro A. Guerrero—CEO of Guerrero and publisher of Hispanic Executive, the leading English language media brand highlighting Hispanic business leadership.  For more information, visit www.LatinosInSports.com

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  • "Sports are critically important to culture, commerce, and community; and by any measure Latinos are driving the future growth of this industry," said Gutierrez, Founder of ImpactX Sports Group.
  • "There is a dearth of impactful events, content, and research shining a spotlight on these trendlines, and Pedro is the perfect partner to join me in filling that void."
  • Following the event, the group will roll out a digital content platform, proprietary research studies, thought leadership initiatives, and career resources for current and aspiring Latino executives in the sports industry.
  • "The Latino community is the driving engine of the American economy, and sports is a thriving industry where Latinos are leading both on the field and in the executive ranks," said Guerrero, publisher of Hispanic Executive.

GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY HONORS LEADERS WITH THE FOURTH ANNUAL COLANGELO SERVANT LEADERSHIP AWARDS

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

PHOENIX, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Grand Canyon University honored four committed leaders who embody the ideal for which Jerry Colangelo is best known – servant leadership – during the fourth annual Colangelo Servant Leadership Awards on Wednesday morning.

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  • PHOENIX, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Grand Canyon University honored four committed leaders who embody the ideal for which Jerry Colangelo is best known – servant leadership – during the fourth annual Colangelo Servant Leadership Awards on Wednesday morning.
  • The Colangelo Servant Leadership Awards, presented by Freeport-McMoRan, are named after one of Arizona's most notable business and sports icons who is also the namesake of GCU's Colangelo College of Business (CCOB).
  • When we pick recipients for The Colangelo Servant Leadership Awards, we are looking for those business leaders in our community who really represent that type of leadership," said Dean of GCU's Colangelo College of Business John Kaites.
  • The 2023 Colangelo Servant Leadership recipients were Don Cardon, Tommy Espinoza, Dawn Grove and Steve Zabilski.

Scripps completes cable/satellite carriage agreements covering 75% of its pay TV households

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023

Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) has successfully completed cable and satellite carriage agreements that account for about 75% of the company's subscriber households.

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  • Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) has successfully completed cable and satellite carriage agreements that account for about 75% of the company's subscriber households.
  • The renewals also expand the number of stations on which Scripps is paid a distribution fee, growing revenue and expanding distribution margins.
  • "In resetting rates for the vast majority of our pay TV subscriber base this year, we reached agreements that reflect the mutual benefit of our relationship with these important distribution partners," Symson said.
  • In addition to its local sports rights agreements, Scripps Sports is a broadcast partner for the WNBA, televising its regular-season Friday night games nationally on the ION television network.

AEG and Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board Announce First-of-Its-Kind Global Strategic Partnership

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

AEG, the world's leading sports and live entertainment company, and Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board (LA Tourism), the official, non-profit tourism promotion organization for the City of Los Angeles, have launched a strategic global partnership.

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  • AEG, the world's leading sports and live entertainment company, and Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board (LA Tourism), the official, non-profit tourism promotion organization for the City of Los Angeles, have launched a strategic global partnership.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230927451498/en/
    The dynamic new partnership transcends borders, promising far-reaching global engagement opportunities for fans and travel enthusiasts alike.
  • Notably, this marks the first partnership of its kind between LA Tourism and an NHL team, making it a historic moment for both the City’s sports and tourism industry.
  • "This new and innovative global strategic partnership between LA Tourism and AEG will elevate tourism opportunities for both organizations, while underscoring LA's status as one of the world’s premier destinations for sports and entertainment," said Los Angeles Tourism and Convention Board President & CEO Adam Burke.

NHL's ARIZONA COYOTES AND EQUALITY HEALTH ANNOUNCE INNOVATIVE PARTNERSHIP FOCUSED ON HEALTH, WELL-BEING AND GROWING THE GAME OF HOCKEY

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Thursday, September 14, 2023

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Arizona Coyotes and Value-Base Care (VBC) leader Equality Health announced a new partnership focused on creating a stronger, healthier, and more vibrant Arizona while growing the game of hockey. As part of the agreement, Equality Health will serve as the "Official Partner of the Arizona Coyotes and the Arizona Coyotes Street Hockey League."

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  • As part of the agreement, Equality Health will serve as the "Official Partner of the Arizona Coyotes and the Arizona Coyotes Street Hockey League."
  • "The Coyotes and Equality Health are committed to investing in our youth and improving the accessibility and inclusivity of our great sport.
  • "We are thrilled to forge this trailblazing partnership with the Arizona Coyotes," said Hugh Lytle, Founder and CEO of Equality Health.
  • The Coyotes and Equality Health Foundation will also introduce the "Equality Health Champions" recognition program this year.

University of Phoenix leadership attend Hispanic Chamber of Commerce national conference

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Thursday, December 8, 2022

Leadership with the University of Phoenix attended the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC) 43rd national conference, Igniting Americas Economic Prosperity, held October 2-4, 2022, in Phoenix, AZ.

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  • Leadership with the University of Phoenix attended the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC) 43rd national conference, Igniting Americas Economic Prosperity, held October 2-4, 2022, in Phoenix, AZ.
  • Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (AZHCC), an affiliate chamber of USHCC long supported by the University of Phoenix, allocated 10 seats for University employees to attend the session.
  • The opening session of the conference featured the flagship presentation from AZHCC titled, DATOS: State of Arizona's Hispanic Market.
  • University of Phoenix Interim President and Chief Financial Officer Chris Lynne attended the event, along with other University leaders and staff, including members of La Fuerza, the University of Phoenix Hispanic employee resource group (ERG).

THE MERUELO GROUP APPOINTS FASHION DESIGNER RHUIGI VILLASEÑOR AS A CREATIVE STRATEGIST, THROUGH HIS AGENCY RHEIMAGINE, TO OVERSEE CREATIVE DIRECTION ACROSS NHL'S ARIZONA COYOTES AND ICONIC SAHARA LAS VEGAS HOTEL AND CASINO

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Thursday, October 6, 2022

TEMPE, Ariz., Oct. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Arizona Coyotes announced today that global fashion designer and Filipino-American Rhuigi Villaseñor has partnered with the Meruelo Group as a Creative Strategist through his agency, Rheimagine. Joining for the 2022-2023 season, Villaseñor will be at the helm of exclusive player, team and fan apparel, including a special edition on ice jersey, hoodies, shirts and hats.

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  • TEMPE, Ariz., Oct.6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The Arizona Coyotes announced today that global fashion designer and Filipino-American Rhuigi Villaseor has partnered with the Meruelo Group as a Creative Strategist through his agency, Rheimagine.
  • In addition to his collaborations with the Coyotes, Villaseor will work with the iconic Sahara Las Vegas.
  • As one of the most influential people in fashion today, Rhuigi brings his unique creative talents to help inspire and energize our fans.
  • "Partnering with the Arizona Coyotes is an incredible opportunity for me and a unique challenge," said Villaseor.

ASU's new business dean to kick off fall 2022 Economic Club of Phoenix season

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Thursday, August 11, 2022

TEMPE, Ariz., Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Economic Club of Phoenix (ECP) speaker series — hosted by the W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University — is celebrating its 38th anniversary and has become the premier forum in the Valley for the exchange of ideas about business and the economy. 

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  • Since the club's launch in January 1985, audiences have come to hear from leaders of top businesses and organizations in the Phoenix area and beyond.
  • This season, one of those leaders is W. P. Carey's new dean.
  • The 59th annual ASU/PNC Bank Economic Forecast Luncheon is a paid event presented by W.P.Carey's Department of Economics.
  • The W.P.Carey School of Business at Arizona State University is one of the top-ranked business schools in the United States.

Former Houston Rockets GM, Portland Trail Blazers President & GM, and Arizona Coyotes CEO & President Joins CEO Coaching International

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Monday, August 1, 2022

"Steve has been very successful in helping a variety of businesses obtain record revenues and bottom-line results," said Mark Moses , CEO and Founding Partner of CEO Coaching International.

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  • "Steve has been very successful in helping a variety of businesses obtain record revenues and bottom-line results," said Mark Moses , CEO and Founding Partner of CEO Coaching International.
  • CEO and President of the Arizona Coyotes Patterson led the franchise to record-setting revenues and successfully positioned the team for sale at a record price.
  • To schedule a complimentary introduction call with Steve Patterson or another one of the CEO Coaching International coaches, visit: CEOCoachingInternational.com/Coach/Steve-Patterson/ .
  • CEO Coaching International works with CEOs and their leadership teams to achieve extraordinary results quarter after quarter, year after year.

IGT and Meruelo Gaming Form Strategic Sports Betting Partnership

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Thursday, January 13, 2022

Under the terms of the agreement, Meruelo Gaming will leverage IGT's trading advisory services and PlaySports technology to power the SaharaBets statewide mobile sports betting app for Arizona.

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  • Under the terms of the agreement, Meruelo Gaming will leverage IGT's trading advisory services and PlaySports technology to power the SaharaBets statewide mobile sports betting app for Arizona.
  • "The scalable PlaySports technology, turnkey services, capabilities and vast sports betting experience make IGT SaharaBets' ideal sports betting growth partner in Arizona,"said Alex Meruelo, Meruelo Group President & CEO.
  • IGT PlaySports is deployed at more than 60 gaming venues across the U.S. To learn more visit igt.com/playsports or follow us on LinkedIn .
  • We deliver entertaining and responsible gaming experiences for players across all channels and regulated segments, from Gaming Machines and Lotteries to Sports Betting and Digital.