Mountain West Conference

Connexa Sports Expands its Footprint in Pro Baseball, Announces Updates to Live Streaming Partnership with Pioneer Baseball League

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Thursday, June 16, 2022
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BALTIMORE, MARYLAND, June 16, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Connexa Sports Technologies Inc. (NasdaqCM: CNXA) (www.connexasports.com) is pleased to announce that its wholly owned subsidiary, PlaySight Interactive (www.playsight.com) has expanded its technology partnership with the Pioneer Baseball League presented by TicketSmarter. The PBL was the first minor baseball league to partner with PlaySight for its video infrastructure needs and made headlines last season with the introduction of its “Knockout Round” that resolves tied games with a home run duel. Connexa Sports has also partnered with the league’s newest organization for this season, the Northern Colorado Owlz, who are playing their home games out of the Future Legends Complex in Windsor, CO.

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  • Known for its fan-friendly product, digital-first strategy, and innovative rules, the PBL announced a partnership with PrestoSports in March to improve its mobile offering and enhance the video and streaming opportunities provided by PlaySight.
  • We decided to go with PlaySight because of their unrivaled camera quality and exceptional customer service, said Assistant GM Harrison Shapiro.
  • Connexa Sports a leading connected sports company delivering products, technologies, and services across the Watch, Play, Learn commercial and subscription-as-a-service activities in sports.
  • About Pioneer Baseball League presented by TicketSmarter:
    Since 1939, the Pioneer Baseball League has operated in the Mountain West region as an MLB affiliated league.

EY Announces Trevor Farnes of MTN OPS as an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2022 Mountain West Award Finalist

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Wednesday, June 15, 2022
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SALT LAKE CITY, June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) today announced that MTN OPS co-founder and CEO Trevor Farnes was named an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2022 Mountain West Award finalist. Entrepreneur Of The Year is one of the preeminent competitive business awards for entrepreneurs and leaders of high-growth companies who think big to succeed.

Key Points: 
  • SALT LAKE CITY, June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) today announced that MTN OPS co-founder and CEO Trevor Farnes was named an Entrepreneur Of The Year2022 Mountain West Award finalist.
  • The Entrepreneur Of The Year National Overall Award winner will then move on to compete for the EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year Award in June 2023.
  • MTN OPS is an American owned and made performance-lifestyle company that develops, manufactures, markets and distributes outdoor energy and nutritional products.
  • EY Private teams offer distinct insights born from the long EY history of working with business owners and entrepreneurs.

WILSON SONSINI CONTINUES TO BUILD IN BOULDER AS BRENT FASSETT JOINS CORPORATE PRACTICE

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Tuesday, June 14, 2022
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PALO ALTO, Calif., June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, the premier provider of legal services to technology, life sciences, and growth enterprises worldwide, announced today that Brent Fassett has joined the firm's corporate practice as a partner in the Boulder, Colorado, office. His addition bolsters Wilson Sonsini's private and public company and transactional experience in the life sciences sector. Fassett is the first lateral partner to join the Boulder office since the firm announced plans to open a location in Colorado.

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  • Fassett Joins Wilson Sonsini's Colorado Office as a Partner; Firm Continues to Grow Its Corporate Life Sciences Practice and Its Mountain West Region Presence
    PALO ALTO, Calif., June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, the premier provider of legal services to technology, life sciences, and growth enterprises worldwide, announced today that Brent Fassett has joined the firm's corporate practice as a partner in the Boulder, Colorado, office.
  • Fassett is the first lateral partner to join the Boulder office since the firm announced plans to open a location in Colorado.
  • His practice focuses on venture capital financings, public and private M&A transactions, initial public offerings, and licensing and commercial agreements.
  • We look forward to collaborating with Brent and the Wilson Sonsini team to advance Colorado's reputation as a leading global hub for life sciences."

Nicolaides Fink Thorpe Michaelides Sullivan LLP Announces Mountain West Expansion with Opening of Denver, Colorado Office

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Monday, June 13, 2022
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DENVER, June 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nicolaides Fink Thorpe Michaelides Sullivan LLP is pleased to announce its expansion to the Mountain West with the opening of its Denver, Colorado office.

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  • DENVER, June 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nicolaides Fink Thorpe Michaelides Sullivan LLP is pleased to announce its expansion to the Mountain West with the opening of its Denver, Colorado office.
  • Partners Matthew J. Fink and Ian A. Cooper will anchor the Denver office, located at 1401 Lawrence Street, Suite 1600, Denver, CO 80202.
  • In addition to Matt Fink and Ian Cooper, the firm's Mountain West team also includes attorneys licensed in Idaho, Nevada, and Wyoming.
  • Nicolaides Fink Thorpe Michaelides Sullivan LLP is dedicated to exclusively representing the interests of the insurance industry around the world.

Physical Rehabilitation Network Acquires Gillette Physical Therapy

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Wednesday, June 8, 2022
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Carlsbad, Calif., June 08, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Physical Rehabilitation Network (PRN), a leading U.S.-based owner-operator of nearly200 outpatient physical therapy clinics, today announced its entrance into Wyoming with its acquisition of Gillette Physical Therapy (Gillette PT or GPT), which operates one outpatient clinic in the Gillette community.

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  • Carlsbad, Calif., June 08, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Physical Rehabilitation Network (PRN), a leading U.S.-based owner-operator of nearly200 outpatient physical therapy clinics, today announced its entrance into Wyoming with its acquisition of Gillette Physical Therapy (Gillette PT or GPT), which operates one outpatient clinic in the Gillette community.
  • Founded in 2001, the GPT team is best known for its leading orthopedic manual physical therapy, pre- and post-surgical rehabilitation, sports recovery, occupational/hand therapy and vestibular rehabilitation care programs.
  • Since 2001, Gillette Physical Therapy has provided expert rehabilitative services for a variety of orthopedic-related conditions.
  • Physical Rehabilitation Network (PRN) is a leading owner-operator of nearly200 outpatient physical therapy clinics across 17 states in the western and central regions of the United States.Boasting a differentiated delivery model, PRN integrates owning, managing and developing physical therapy locations and brands as well as establishing Health System Joint Venture and PT practice partnerships with its value-based, people-first and outcomes-driven care delivery solutions.PRNs growing network of distinguished regional brands offer a full range of treatment services, including outpatient physical therapy, workplace ergonomics, workers compensation therapy, sports and auto injury rehabilitation, and rehabilitation for seniors.

Parkinson's Foundation Appoints Utah Tech CEO Cory Pinegar as President and Board Member of Newly Formed Rocky Mountain Chapter Board of Advisors

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Wednesday, June 8, 2022
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"It's an immense honor to be selected by the Parkinson's Foundation to further the foundation's presence in the Mountain West as president and board member of the newly formed Rocky Mountain Chapter," says Cory Pinegar.

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  • "It's an immense honor to be selected by the Parkinson's Foundation to further the foundation's presence in the Mountain West as president and board member of the newly formed Rocky Mountain Chapter," says Cory Pinegar.
  • Working with the Parkinson's Foundation will help drive my personal mission to ensure people like my dad receive proper treatment and one day, a cure."
  • The Parkinson's Foundation will host a series of Rocky Mountain area events, including the Parkinson's Revolution Salt Lake City on June 11 at Torrent Cycle in Salt Lake City.
  • Cory Pinegar is CEO of Utah-based CallForce, a groundbreaking dental service startup helping dental practices increase patient engagement and revenue.

EY Announces Jodi Scott of Sierra Sage Herbs as an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2022 Mountain West Award Finalist

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Tuesday, May 24, 2022
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LYONS, Colo., May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) today announced that Jodi Scott, CEO, Co-Founder, and President of Sales of Sierra Sage Herbs was named an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2022 Mountain West Award finalist. Entrepreneur Of The Year is one of the preeminent competitive business awards for entrepreneurs and leaders of high-growth companies who think big to succeed.

Key Points: 
  • LYONS, Colo., May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) today announced that Jodi Scott , CEO, Co-Founder, and President of Sales of Sierra Sage Herbs was named an Entrepreneur Of The Year 2022 Mountain West Award finalist.
  • "To say I'm honored to be an EY Entrepreneur of the Year finalist is an understatement," said Jodi Scott of Sierra Sage Herbs.
  • The Entrepreneur Of The Year National Overall Award winner will then move on to compete for the EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year Award in June 2023.
  • A certified B Corp, Sierra Sage Herbs aligns and partners with charities, aid organizations, and causes both in the United States and around the world.

Employment Litigator Matt Durham Joins Dorsey’s Growing Salt Lake City Office

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Monday, May 23, 2022
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International law firm Dorsey & Whitney LLP is pleased to announce that Matt Durham has joined its Labor & Employment practice as a Partner in the Salt Lake City office.

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  • International law firm Dorsey & Whitney LLP is pleased to announce that Matt Durham has joined its Labor & Employment practice as a Partner in the Salt Lake City office.
  • Matts track record of client successes in employment law further strengthens the broad scope of services Dorsey has established in Salt Lake City.
  • Matt is one of 10 Stoel Rives attorneys who joined Dorseys Salt Lake City office since March.
  • The addition of Matt to the firms Labor & Employment team in Utah follows a recent expansion of Dorseys highly-regarded intellectual property law practice earlier this year in its Salt Lake City office.

UMPQUA BANK EXPANDS MIDDLE MARKET BANKING DIVISION TO COLORADO

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Tuesday, May 17, 2022
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PORTLAND, Ore., May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Umpqua Bank, a subsidiary of Umpqua Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ: UMPQ), today announced the expansion of its middle market banking division into Colorado with the addition of Shawn J. Thompson as market director. One of Colorado's leading banking executives, Thompson brings more than 25 years of experience building high-performing teams and advising some of Colorado's most prominent mid-size companies.

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  • Hires banking executive Shawn J. Thompson to build Colorado team as part of Mountain West expansion
    PORTLAND, Ore., May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Umpqua Bank , a subsidiary of Umpqua Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ: UMPQ), today announced the expansion of its middle market banking division into Colorado with the addition of Shawn J. Thompson as market director.
  • The addition of Thompson gives the bank immediate market access and capacity to fully support the banking needs of mid-size companies across the greater Denver Metro, Colorado Springs, and Fort Collins.
  • Thompson has spent his entire career in Colorado building top middle market banking teams that support the complex financial needs and growth of mid-size companies.
  • Umpqua Bank ,headquartered in Roseburg, Ore., is a subsidiary of Umpqua Holdings Corporation, and has locations across Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington.

Cable One Awards $30,000 to Fund Youth STEM Projects

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Thursday, May 12, 2022
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Over the past three years, Cable One has awarded more than $80,000 to fund STEM initiatives through its Dream Bigger social media campaign.

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  • Over the past three years, Cable One has awarded more than $80,000 to fund STEM initiatives through its Dream Bigger social media campaign.
  • K-12 schools and organizations in communities throughout the 24 states Cable One serves are invited to submit written entries each year, outlining how the award will be used to fund their STEM project and how the project benefits students.
  • is an Explorer Post in the Mountain West BSA Council focused on STEM education and workforce skills.
  • Cable One, Inc. (NYSE: CABO) is a leading broadband communications provider committed to connecting customers and communities to what matters most.