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Kilmer Sports Ventures Appoints Ivan Gazidis as President

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

TORONTO, March 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Kilmer Sports Ventures announced the appointment of Ivan Gazidis as President, effective immediately.

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  • TORONTO, March 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Kilmer Sports Ventures announced the appointment of Ivan Gazidis as President, effective immediately.
  • Kilmer Sports Ventures is a new division of the Kilmer Group and will focus on investment opportunities in the world of sport and entertainment.
  • Gazidis joins Kilmer Sports Ventures after thirty years as a business executive and leader in the world of football and sports.
  • "I am delighted to join Kilmer Sports Ventures and look forward to building this new organization with Larry Tanenbaum,” said Ivan Gazidis.

Unlocking Earning Potential: CFL Players' Association Partners with BILI for Unique Earning Opportunities off the Field

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

TORONTO, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- BecauseILoveIt.com (BILI), a social commerce platform designed to improve the connection between brands and social media creators, today is launching a groundbreaking exclusive partnership with The Canadian Football League Players' Association (CFLPA). This partnership marks a significant step towards supporting CFLPA members in their quest for success both on and off the field.

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  • Social commerce platform, BecauseILoveIt.com (BILI), is forging an exclusive partnership with The Canadian Football League Players' Association (CFLPA) to provide CFL players with unique earning opportunities beyond the football field.
  • BILI's CEO, Adrian Capobianco, sees this partnership as a game-changer, by providing brands with seamless access to amazing creator talent at scale.
  • This partnership marks a significant step towards supporting CFLPA members in their quest for success both on and off the field.
  • Wendy Bairos, Because I Love It (BILI), 1 4168319820, [email protected] , https://www.becauseiloveit.com/
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OMERS to invest US$400 Million for an indirect 5% stake in Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE)

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Monday, November 6, 2023

TORONTO, Nov. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OMERS, one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans, is acquiring a 5% indirect stake in Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (“MLSE”) for US$400 million (~C$546.8 million) through a 20% direct stake in Kilmer Sports Inc. (“KSI”), owned by MLSE Chair Larry Tanenbaum.

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  • TORONTO, Nov. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OMERS, one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans, is acquiring a 5% indirect stake in Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (“MLSE”) for US$400 million (~C$546.8 million) through a 20% direct stake in Kilmer Sports Inc. (“KSI”), owned by MLSE Chair Larry Tanenbaum.
  • “Now with this investment by OMERS, I’m thrilled to be sharing this public trust with over 600,000 hard-working Ontarians.
  • In 1998, Tanenbaum was instrumental in the formation of MLSE, the pre-eminent leader in delivering top quality sports and entertainment experiences.
  • OMERS will be a financial investor and will not participate in operational decisions of MLSE or any of its teams.

Call2Recycle partners with four CFL teams to encourage fans to recycle batteries

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Friday, September 8, 2023

Call2Recycle’s “Defend Your Home Turf” digital campaign is running throughout the month of September in collaboration with the four teams.

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  • Call2Recycle’s “Defend Your Home Turf” digital campaign is running throughout the month of September in collaboration with the four teams.
  • Ambassadors will also encourage fans to enter the “Defend Your Home Turf” contest where they can win tickets to an upcoming CFL game, by bringing used batteries to a Call2Recycle drop-off location near them.
  • To enter the contest, fans can collect end-of-life batteries and bring them to a nearby Call2Recycle drop-off point.
  • Once present at a public Call2Recycle drop-off location, fans can visit RecycleYourBatteries.ca/cfl, enable mobile “location services” to confirm their whereabouts and be entered to win!

Satisfi Labs Unveils Patent Pending Context LLM Response System

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Thursday, July 20, 2023

TAMPA BAY, Fla., July 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Satisfi Labs, a leading provider of conversational AI solutions, is proud to announce the launch of its patent pending Context LLM Response System. The new system combines the power of its patent pending contextual response system with large language model capabilities to enhance the entire Answer Engine system. This revolutionary technology advancement creates a unique and comprehensive platform that offers brands unmatched flexibility and control in the realm of conversational AI. The launch will start with all MLB teams having access to the platform and the ability to use the patent pending technology. Clubs such as the Boston Red Sox and New York Mets are currently using the LLM-powered platform for select use cases across their channels. 

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  • The New System Will Offer Unparalleled Control in Conversational AI to 450+ Clients, including Major League Baseball
    TAMPA BAY, Fla., July 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Satisfi Labs , a leading provider of conversational AI solutions, is proud to announce the launch of its patent pending Context LLM Response System.
  • The new system combines the power of its patent pending contextual response system with large language model capabilities to enhance the entire Answer Engine system.
  • The launch will start with all MLB teams having access to the platform and the ability to use the patent pending technology.
  • "Our enhanced platform represents a significant milestone in the field of conversational AI," said Don White, CEO and Co-founder at Satisfi Labs.

MEET CANOO 2.0 -- FREE ACCESS TO OVER 1400 EXPERIENCES FOR MILLIONS OF NEWCOMERS

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Monday, May 16, 2022

The Canoo Access Pass is available to two million permanent residents for the first time with 100s of new free offers.

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  • The Canoo Access Pass is available to two million permanent residents for the first time with 100s of new free offers.
  • Since then, Canoo has welcomed over 420,000 members and their families with free VIP access to more than 1,400 of Canada's top destinations.
  • 86% of Canoo members report feeling an enhanced sense of belonging to Canada after just one year of using Canoo.
  • The ICC is grateful to our generous benefactors, whose vision, support, and financial backing underpin this ambitious expansion of Canoo, including:

Eleven Canadian Leaders Recognized as Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Champions at New WXN Awards Program

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Monday, May 2, 2022

Winners will be recognized for their accomplishments on May 26, in combination with the second annual Canadian Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Summit taking place virtually from May 25-26.

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  • Winners will be recognized for their accomplishments on May 26, in combination with the second annual Canadian Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Summit taking place virtually from May 25-26.
  • Its time we take action on the gaps and barriers that hold so many women back from their goals, ambitions and dreams.
  • The accomplishments, dedication and commitment to supporting women and equity-deserving groups that our winners demonstrate inspire us all to learn and grow.
  • As the National Presenting Partner of the WXN Canadian Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (CEDI) Awards and Sponsor of the EDI Leaders Award, we congratulate all the winners for leading this change in your organizations and in the community, said Teri Dennis-Davies, Chief People & Inclusion Officer at MLSE.

PokerStars and FanDuel Join Forces to Strike Major Partnership Deal with Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment

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Friday, April 8, 2022

TORONTO, April 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PokerStars and FanDuel Sportsbook today announced their partnership together with Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE).

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  • TORONTO, April 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PokerStars and FanDuel Sportsbook today announced their partnership together with Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE).
  • The strategic partnership sees the FanDuel Sportsbook designated as an official sports betting partner, and PokerStars as an official gaming partner.
  • FanDuel designated as Official Sports Betting Partner and PokerStars designated as Official Gaming Partner of MLSE.
  • "The Maple Leafs, Raptors and Toronto FC are pioneering franchises and major pillars in Canadian sports culture," said Dale Hooper, General Manager, FanDuel Canada.

Givex Launches Gift Card Program with MLSE

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Thursday, February 10, 2022

TORONTO, Feb. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Givex Information Technology Group Ltd. ("Givex") (TSX:GIVX)is thrilled to announce the launch of its industry-leading gift card program with Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Ltd. ("MLSE") on Feb. 11, 2022.

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  • TORONTO, Feb. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Givex Information Technology Group Ltd. ("Givex") (TSX:GIVX)is thrilled to announce the launch of its industry-leading gift card program with Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Ltd. ("MLSE") on Feb. 11, 2022.
  • This relationship will allow MLSE to offer its teams' fans a digital gift card program that can be redeemed at all its venues.
  • "Givex technology is allowing MLSE toquickly pivot to a digital gift card presence from a physical one that relied on selling plastic, physical gift cards," he added.
  • The gift card program launch will happen in two phases:
    Phase one, starting Feb. 11, 2022, allows fans to redeem their gift cards on the MLSE website and through their mobile apps.

Signature Aviation Appoints Michael Friisdahl as Executive Chairman and Tony Lefebvre as Chief Executive Officer

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Tuesday, January 18, 2022

Following the acquisition of Signature Aviation, the worlds largest network of private aviation terminals (FBOs) in June 2021, the Board of Directors announced today the appointments of Michael Friisdahl as Executive Chairman and Tony Lefebvre as Chief Executive Officer.

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  • Following the acquisition of Signature Aviation, the worlds largest network of private aviation terminals (FBOs) in June 2021, the Board of Directors announced today the appointments of Michael Friisdahl as Executive Chairman and Tony Lefebvre as Chief Executive Officer.
  • Friisdahl joins Signature Aviation as Executive Chairman following six years as President & CEO of Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment (MLSE) based in Toronto, Canada.
  • "I am deeply humbled by the trust and confidence of our Board of Directors in appointing me as the Chief Executive Officer of Signature Aviation.
  • Signature Aviation is one of the worlds preeminent global aviation companies offering exceptional experiences and essential support services to business and private aviation customers.