Chicago Fire

In honor of Black History Month, Dion's Chicago Dream Releases Two New Videos: "Dream Day" and "Dion's Chicago Dream Theme"

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, February 27, 2024

CHICAGO, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- It's been a historic Black History Month for Dion's Chicago Dream, a food-security nonprofit founded by a Black Navy veteran from Chicago's South Side.

Key Points: 
  • To celebrate "Dream Day," Dion's Chicago Dream pulled off a big surprise for the family that received the milestone delivery.
  • To close out Black History Month, Dion's Chicago Dream is releasing a "Dream Day" video that captures this heartwarming moment for others to enjoy.
  • Now, we hope this video will make other families smile, as well," said Dion Dawson, founder and chief dreamer of Dion's Chicago Dream.
  • Watch until the end to see a cool Bonus Feature: The brand-new Dion's Chicago Dream Theme music video.

Chicago Fire FC Kicks Off Multi-Year Partnership with Carvana as Official Online Auto Retailer and Front of Kit Sponsor

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, December 12, 2023

Chicago Fire FC and Carvana , an industry pioneer for buying and selling used vehicles online, today announced a multi-year agreement exclusively naming Carvana the Official Online Auto Retailer and the Presenting Partner of Chicago Fire FC Regular Season.

Key Points: 
  • Chicago Fire FC and Carvana , an industry pioneer for buying and selling used vehicles online, today announced a multi-year agreement exclusively naming Carvana the Official Online Auto Retailer and the Presenting Partner of Chicago Fire FC Regular Season.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231212417752/en/
    Chicago Fire FC and Carvana, an industry pioneer for buying and selling used vehicles online, today announced a multi-year agreement exclusively naming Carvana the Official Online Auto Retailer and the Presenting Partner of Chicago Fire FC Regular Season.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    “We’re very pleased to welcome Carvana to the Club as our Front of Kit Partner,” said Owner and Chairman, Chicago Fire Football Club Joe Mansueto.
  • "Carvana has served Illinois customers for almost a decade and this new partnership underscores our commitment to the Chicagoland area.

Meridian Health Plan of Illinois Named Official Healthcare Plan Partner of Chicago Fire FC

Retrieved on: 
Monday, August 7, 2023

CHICAGO, Aug. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicago Fire FC (the Fire) and Meridian Health Plan of Illinois, Inc. (Meridian), a leading provider of government-sponsored managed care services in Illinois and a subsidiary of Centene Corporation, today announced a multiyear partnership agreement naming Meridian as the Exclusive Healthcare Plan Partner of Chicago Fire FC. Through the partnership, Meridian and Chicago Fire FC will work together to reduce health disparities and bring consistent awareness and programming benefitting Chicago Fire FC fans and communities throughout Chicagoland.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, Aug. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicago Fire FC (the Fire) and Meridian Health Plan of Illinois, Inc. (Meridian), a leading provider of government-sponsored managed care services in Illinois and a subsidiary of Centene Corporation , today announced a multiyear partnership agreement naming Meridian as the Exclusive Healthcare Plan Partner of Chicago Fire FC.
  • Through the partnership, Meridian and Chicago Fire FC will work together to reduce health disparities and bring consistent awareness and programming benefitting Chicago Fire FC fans and communities throughout Chicagoland.
  • "The partnership with Chicago Fire FC is an important opportunity to drive meaningful change as we work together to improve health for Chicagoans," said Meridian Plan President and Chief Executive Officer, Cristal Gary.
  • "Chicago Fire FC is excited to welcome Meridian as our Exclusive Healthcare Plan Partner," said Chicago Fire FC President of Business Operations, Dave Baldwin.

News Consumption in April Boosts Cable's Share of TV, according to Nielsen's Latest Report of The Gauge™

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, May 16, 2023

This gain for cable also represents the first back-to-back share increase for the category since the inception of The Gauge in May 2021.

Key Points: 
  • This gain for cable also represents the first back-to-back share increase for the category since the inception of The Gauge in May 2021.
  • Year-over-year, time spent watching cable content was down 12.0% in April 2023, and the category has lost 5.3 share points.
  • At 23.1% share of total TV, broadcast viewing was down 2.7% in April and the category lost 0.2 share points on the month.
  • Offsetting April's dip in streaming consumption were the FAST (free ad-supported TV) offerings of Tubi TV and Pluto TV.

CINESPACE STUDIOS TORONTO LAUNCHES CINECARES WORKFORCE TRAINING PROGRAM FOR BELOW-THE-LINE CREW ROLES

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, April 18, 2023

TORONTO, April 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cinespace Studios announced the launch of the CineCares Workforce Training program in Toronto to recruit, train and offer meaningful paid work placements on productions filming at Cinespace Studios Toronto to bring new and qualified crew members to the film and television sector in the region.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, April 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cinespace Studios announced the launch of the CineCares Workforce Training program in Toronto to recruit, train and offer meaningful paid work placements on productions filming at Cinespace Studios Toronto to bring new and qualified crew members to the film and television sector in the region.
  • "We are happy to partner with Cinespace Studios for the first time for this valuable workforce development program.
  • "The expansion of the CineCares Workforce Training Program into Canada is a major milestone for our efforts to increase representation in below-the-line roles on television.
  • "Through the CineCares Workforce Training program job seekers will gain the tools they need for better careers in the arts and earn bigger paycheques closer to home."

U.S. Soccer Foundation Announces $5 Million Gift from Citadel Founder and CEO Kenneth C. Griffin to Increase Access to Soccer in Miami-Dade County and Create 50 Mini-Pitches by 2026

Retrieved on: 
Monday, April 3, 2023

MIAMI, April 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Soccer Foundation announced today that Citadel founder and CEO Kenneth C. Griffin has provided $5 million to fund the development of 50 new mini-pitches in Miami-Dade County by 2026. The commitment officially launches the Miami-Dade County Soccer Initiative, a $10 million campaign that will dramatically increase opportunities for children living in under-resourced communities across the county to play and benefit from soccer. The initiative is focused on increasing access to the game and improving the health and well-being of at least 36,000 children by 2030.

Key Points: 
  • The commitment officially launches the Miami-Dade County Soccer Initiative, a $10 million campaign that will dramatically increase opportunities for children living in under-resourced communities across the county to play and benefit from soccer.
  • "Through soccer, children can experience the benefits of teamwork, the discipline of being an athlete, and the joy of competition," said Griffin.
  • "I am proud to partner with the U.S. Soccer Foundation, Miami-Dade County, and the Miami Children's Trust to help bring this sport to thousands of children across our community."
  • Soccer for Success, the U.S. Soccer Foundation's after-school program, has been found to improve health outcomes and social and emotional well-being.

AstroTurf celebrates milestones and future with third annual AstroTurf Day

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, March 21, 2023

DALTON, Ga., March 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The scoreboard on the Houston Astrodome read "You are about to witness an historic event," on March 21, 1966, to commemorate the first major league baseball game played on a synthetic surface.

Key Points: 
  • AstroTurf® is also a preferred turf for college athletic programs, high schools, and sports complexes across the United States.
  • More than 55 years later, we continue to mark that historic day with the third annual AstroTurf Day.
  • Established in 2021 in Dalton, Georgia, home to AstroTurf's manufacturing facility since 1968, we celebrate our history and milestones as well as the future.
  • The third annual AstroTurf Day is set for Tuesday, March 21, 2023.

LG CHANNELS SETS THE MOOD FOR VALENTINES DAY WITH NEW STREAMING OPTIONS

Retrieved on: 
Monday, February 13, 2023

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., Feb. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics USA , exclusive free streaming service, LG Channels, is offering LG smart TV owners access to a wide range of newly added on-demand movies, TV series and streaming options.

Key Points: 
  • ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., Feb. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics USA , exclusive free streaming service, LG Channels, is offering LG smart TV owners access to a wide range of newly added on-demand movies, TV series and streaming options.
  • This month LG Channels has added the "Romance Hub" to its webOS platform.
  • LG Channels offers a wide selection of premium live and on-demand programming, including movies, TV shows, news, sports, children's programs, and more.
  • LG smart TV owners can easily discover their favorite programs by launching the LG Channels application on their LG TV's webOS platform.

Indeed, Lena Waithe, Hillman Grad, and 271 Films Select 10 Filmmakers for ‘Rising Voices’ Season 3 - BIPOC Filmmakers To Offer Perspective on Future of Work

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, January 12, 2023

“We are thrilled to continue this special partnership with Indeed to support diverse filmmakers,” said Lena Waithe, Hillman Grad Founder and Rishi Rajani, Hillman Grad CEO.

Key Points: 
  • “We are thrilled to continue this special partnership with Indeed to support diverse filmmakers,” said Lena Waithe, Hillman Grad Founder and Rishi Rajani, Hillman Grad CEO.
  • We look forward to working with these amazing filmmakers and providing them with everything they need to succeed.”
    The Future of Work theme for Rising Voices for Season 3 comes as we are experiencing a watershed moment in jobs and workplace experiences.
  • As part of the Rising Voices initiative, filmmakers also receive mentoring and guidance from veteran filmmakers, including: Lena Waithe, Destin Daniel Cretton, Diego Velasco, Anthony Hemingway, Tiff Johnson and Naima Ramos Chapman.
  • The filmmakers will also be compensated $5,000 for writing their original script and $5,000 for directing.

Imperial Capital Hires Michael Chan as Head of Media, Sports and Entertainment Investment Banking

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, October 26, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Imperial Capital, LLC ("Imperial Capital") announced today that Michael Chan has joined the firm as a Managing Director and Head of Media, Sports and Entertainment Investment Banking. Based in the firm's Los Angeles office, Mr. Chan will foster the firm's media, sports and entertainment relationships while providing them with the full spectrum of corporate finance solutions including M&A advisory, debt financings and equity capital raises. "Michael joins Imperial Capital as part of the group's recruiting mandate to source high quality, culture-driven talent to strategically grow investment banking coverage in sectors important to the firm," said Jonathan Lee, COO of Investment Banking.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, Oct. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Imperial Capital, LLC ("Imperial Capital") announced today that Michael Chan has joined the firm as a Managing Director and Head of Media, Sports and Entertainment Investment Banking.
  • "Michael joins Imperial Capital as part of the group's recruiting mandate to source high quality, culture-driven talent to strategically grow investment banking coverage in sectors important to the firm," said Jonathan Lee , COO of Investment Banking.
  • Complementing Imperial Capital's existing corporate credit sales and trading franchise, Imperial Capital International expanded the Imperial Capital franchise into the EEA.
  • For more information regarding Imperial Capital (International), LLP, please contact:
    About Imperial Capital SIM S.p.A.
    Imperial Capital SIM S.p.A situated in Milan, Italy is an authorized subsidiary of Imperial Capital.