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UNDER ARMOUR ANNOUNCES LEADERSHIP TRANSITION

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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BALTIMORE, March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Under Armour, Inc. (NYSE: UA, UAA) today announced that Kevin Plank will become President & Chief Executive Officer, effective April 1, 2024. Plank will succeed Stephanie Linnartz, who will be stepping down as President & Chief Executive Officer and member of the Board. In connection with Plank's appointment, Dr. Mohamed A. El-Erian, an independent director since 2018 and Lead Director since 2020, will become the non-executive Chair of the Board. Plank, who will transition from Executive Chair of the Board, will remain a director. Linnartz will remain an advisor to the company through April 30, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • Plank, who will transition from Executive Chair of the Board, will remain a director.
  • "On behalf of the full team, I want to thank Stephanie for her contributions to Under Armour.
  • "During her tenure, she strengthened the leadership team with executive hires in critical areas, including product, design, supply chain, consumer connectivity, and regional management.
  • Plank founded Under Armour in 1996, and since then, he has been the driving force behind its innovative products and brand.

Watson’s celebrates grand opening in the Detroit area with over $20,000 in giveaways

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Monday, June 12, 2023
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DETROIT, June 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Watson’s, one of the nation’s largest retailers of home recreation products and home furnishings based in Cincinnati, celebrates the grand opening of five retail locations formerly known as Allstate Home Leisure.

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  • DETROIT, June 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Watson’s, one of the nation’s largest retailers of home recreation products and home furnishings based in Cincinnati, celebrates the grand opening of five retail locations formerly known as Allstate Home Leisure.
  • In addition to the five greater Detroit retail locations, the acquisition also added one distribution center to the company’s current corporate and franchise footprint of 29 full-line and accessory locations.
  • To celebrate the Grand Opening, Watson’s is giving away more than $20,000 in merchandise including: an above-ground pool, a spa, an outdoor furniture set, a Plank & Hide® Pool Table and five Dolphin Robotic Pool Cleaners.
  • For a chance to win, customers should visit Watson.com/grand-opening or see an associate to register in-store.

Carlisle Wide Plank Floors Introduces the One Board Floor

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Tuesday, June 15, 2021
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STODDARD, N.H., June 15, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Carlisle Wide Plank Floors , the leader in wide plank hardwood flooring for residential and commercial spaces, has debuted its newest flooring design concept the "one board floor."

Key Points: 
  • STODDARD, N.H., June 15, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Carlisle Wide Plank Floors , the leader in wide plank hardwood flooring for residential and commercial spaces, has debuted its newest flooring design concept the "one board floor."
  • "While textures and finishes are always important when designing a floor, strategically determining where to place a darker board or where to use longer planks has a notable impact on the overall feel and flow of the floor," said Chris Sy, President of Carlisle Wide Plank Floors.
  • Carlisle offers a broad range of flooring choices, including Collection floors and fully customized floors , to create one-of-a-kind looks.
  • For more than 50 years, Carlisle Wide Plank Floors has handcrafted the finest wood floors in America each one reflecting the natural beauty of the highest quality materials available.

InventHelp Inventor Develops Less Strain Plank (FGC-197)

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Monday, April 5, 2021
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PITTSBURGH, April 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- "When performing planks, my feet hurt," said an inventor from Ashland, Ohio.

Key Points: 
  • PITTSBURGH, April 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- "When performing planks, my feet hurt," said an inventor from Ashland, Ohio.
  • "This inspired me to develop an accessory to enhance the individual's comfort when engaged in this abdominal exercise."
  • He developed the PLANK MODIFIER that provides added comfort when performing planks while also enhancing the effectiveness of this abdominal workout.
  • This invention would allow users to more easily move in various directions when performing planks to reduce stress and strain on the feet, legs and back.

InventHelp Inventor Develops Less Strain Plank (FGC-197)

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Monday, March 15, 2021
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PITTSBURGH, March 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --"When performing planks, my feet hurt," said an inventor from Ashland, Ohio.

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  • PITTSBURGH, March 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --"When performing planks, my feet hurt," said an inventor from Ashland, Ohio.
  • "This inspired me to develop an accessory to enhance the individual's comfort when engaged in this abdominal exercise."
  • He developed the PLANK MODIFIER that provides added comfort when performing planks while also enhancing the effectiveness of this abdominal workout.
  • This invention would allow users to more easily move in various directions when performing planks to reduce stress and strain on the feet, legs and back.

InventHelp Inventor Develops Training Aid for Fitness Enthusiasts (IPL-771)

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Thursday, November 5, 2020
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The patent-pending invention expands a workout while in the plank position or inverted plank position.

Key Points: 
  • The patent-pending invention expands a workout while in the plank position or inverted plank position.
  • In doing so, it offers an alternative to traditional training aids by enabling you to perform exercises such as side to side, abdominal crunch, the whip, crawl and mountain climbers.
  • The invention features an effective design that is convenient and easy to use so it is ideal for fitness enthusiasts and commercial gyms.
  • The original design was submitted to the Indianapolis sales office of InventHelp.

Bernhardt Design and Plank Announce the Formation of Bernhardt Design + Plank

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Monday, October 5, 2020
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NEW YORK, Oct. 5, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Jerry Helling, President of Bernhardt Design, and Michael Plank, CEO of Plank, are pleased to announce the formation of Bernhardt Design + Plank in North America.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 5, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Jerry Helling, President of Bernhardt Design, and Michael Plank, CEO of Plank, are pleased to announce the formation of Bernhardt Design + Plank in North America.
  • Bernhardt Design + Plank is a long-term partnership between two design-focused, family-owned companiesone in America, the other in Italy, each with an aesthetic and heritage all its own.
  • Bernhardt Design was founded in 1980 by the 130-year-old Bernhardt Furniture Company and continues to be a leader and innovator in furniture design and production.
  • American Design Honors, an annual award to recognize the most noteworthy American designers, was established by Bernhardt Design in 2010.

Robin Hood CEO Wes Moore Joins Under Armour Board of Directors

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Thursday, September 3, 2020
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BALTIMORE, Sept. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Under Armour, Inc. (NYSE: UA, UAA) today announced that Wes Moore has been appointed to its Board of Directors effective October 1, 2020.Moore, 41, is CEO of the Robin Hood Foundation, a top poverty-fighting nonprofit that finances over 500 organizations on the front lines serving children, families, and communities.

Key Points: 
  • BALTIMORE, Sept. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Under Armour, Inc. (NYSE: UA, UAA) today announced that Wes Moore has been appointed to its Board of Directors effective October 1, 2020.Moore, 41, is CEO of the Robin Hood Foundation, a top poverty-fighting nonprofit that finances over 500 organizations on the front lines serving children, families, and communities.
  • Under Moore's leadership, the Robin Hood Foundation has centered community voice in its grantmaking and a commitment to racial justice in all of the organization's activities.
  • Wes is a strategic thinker and dynamic leader whose unique expertise at the cutting-edge of finance, technology, and philanthropy will prove invaluable for Under Armour," said Kevin Plank, executive chairman & brand chief of Under Armour.
  • Moore is the New York Times bestselling author of"The Other Wes Moore", "The Work," and "Five Days."

New Design Initiative from Carlisle Wide Plank Floors Merges Art & Luxury Flooring

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Tuesday, July 7, 2020
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STODDARD, N.H., July 7, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Carlisle Wide Plank Floors , the leader in artisan-crafted wide plank hardwood flooring for residential and commercial spaces, has announced a new cross-departmental design collaboration the Transformative Design Team which was created to push the boundaries of traditional product development into artistic concept exploration.

Key Points: 
  • STODDARD, N.H., July 7, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Carlisle Wide Plank Floors , the leader in artisan-crafted wide plank hardwood flooring for residential and commercial spaces, has announced a new cross-departmental design collaboration the Transformative Design Team which was created to push the boundaries of traditional product development into artistic concept exploration.
  • "The approach employed by the team encourages creativity and experimentation to bring freshness at both the product and people level," said Chris Sy, president of Carlisle Wide Plank Floors.
  • Through the Transformative Design Team, Carlisle is fusing art and a legacy of impeccable craftsmanship with luxury wood flooring, helping us to bring even more beautiful designs to our diverse flooring offering."
  • For more than 50 years, Carlisle Wide Plank Floors has handcrafted the finest wood floors in America each one reflecting the natural beauty of the highest quality materials available.

Kleber & Associates Named Agency of Record by Carlisle Wide Plank Floors

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Tuesday, February 18, 2020
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ATLANTA, Feb. 18, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Kleber & Associates (K&A), a full-service marketing and public relations agency specializing in home and building products, has been selected as agency of record for Carlisle Wide Plank Floors.

Key Points: 
  • ATLANTA, Feb. 18, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Kleber & Associates (K&A), a full-service marketing and public relations agency specializing in home and building products, has been selected as agency of record for Carlisle Wide Plank Floors.
  • "For more than 50 years, Carlisle artisans have utilized time-honored techniques to bring to light the natural beauty and character of each flooring plank to produce works of art that serve as the centerpiece of the home," said Chris Sy, President of Carlisle Wide Plank Floors.
  • Kleber & Associates (K&A) is a full-service, integrated marketing and public relations agency focused on the home and building products industries.
  • About Carlisle Wide Plank Floors:
    For more than 50 years, Carlisle Wide Plank Floors has handcrafted the finest wood floors in America each one reflecting the natural beauty of the highest quality materials available.