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Steeped in Tradition: USAA Kicks Off 124th Army-Navy Game Celebrations in a Massive Way, Honoring 250th Anniversary of the Boston Tea Party

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023
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BOSTON, Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- America's best sports rivalry, the Army-Navy Game, is set to debut at the birthplace of the American Revolution, but before the cadets of West Point and midshipmen of the Naval Academy face off on the field – USAA, presenting sponsor of the Army-Navy Game – commemorated the revolutionary showdown in a way that rivals the likes of 1773.

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  • To honor the history of the rivalry game and the city of Boston, USAA unveiled a 374-pound bag of tea, a symbolic combination of the 250th anniversary of the Boston Tea Party and 124th Army-Navy Game.
  • Tea was sourced from three veteran-owned small businesses and is being imported to the site of the USS Constitution for public display.
  • The boun-tea-ful display will then be donated to the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum for their historic celebration on December 16.
  • The 124th Army-Navy Game presented by USAA will be played on Saturday, December 9, 2023 at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Mass.

Executive Changes at Visa Lighting, Vice President Rick Diehl Retiring, Visa adds Directors Eric Loferski & Tracy Hansen

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
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MILWAUKEE, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- After 23 years with Visa Lighting, the current Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Rick Diehl, will retire on December 31, 2023. Diehl began his career at Visa in 2000 as a Sr. Applications Engineer and has held the positions of Applications Manager, Regional Sales Manager, Inside Sales Manager, and Director of Sales. "Rick has seen Visa Lighting through many stages. He has positively impacted Visa's success and culture with his knowledge, network, warmth, and dedication, and we are sincerely grateful", said Ryan Oldenburg, President of Visa Lighting.

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  • With Rick's retirement, Visa has added two new directors to the executive leadership team, Eric Loferski, Director of Marketing and Product Management, and Tracy Hansen, Director of Sales.
  • MILWAUKEE, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- After 23 years with Visa Lighting , the current Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Rick Diehl , will retire on December 31, 2023.
  • Applications Engineer and has held the positions of Applications Manager, Regional Sales Manager, Inside Sales Manager, and Director of Sales.
  • With Rick's retirement, Visa has added two new directors to the executive leadership team, Eric Loferski and Tracy Hansen .

MakoRabco Announces the Appointment of Jim Reinhart as Chief Executive Officer

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Friday, October 6, 2023
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CARLSBAD, Calif., Oct. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MakoRabco, the award-winning, nationwide leader in designing, supplying and installing self-storage facilities, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jim Reinhart as Chief Executive Officer.

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  • CARLSBAD, Calif., Oct. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MakoRabco, the award-winning, nationwide leader in designing, supplying and installing self-storage facilities, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jim Reinhart as Chief Executive Officer.
  • MakoRabco is a portfolio company of New State Capital Partners.
  • In the construction industry, Mr. Reinhart has distinguished himself through executive leadership roles, notably as the COO of QTS Realty Trust, a premier REIT in the data center sector.
  • "We are thrilled to have Jim join our ranks," said Angie Guerin, Executive Vice President and Board Member of MakoRabco.

Jeff Kristick Appointed Chief Revenue Officer at Avetta

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Monday, September 25, 2023
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Avetta®, a leading provider of supply chain risk management solutions , announced the appointment of Jeff Kristick as its Chief Revenue Officer (CRO).

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  • Avetta®, a leading provider of supply chain risk management solutions , announced the appointment of Jeff Kristick as its Chief Revenue Officer (CRO).
  • In this newly created role, Jeff will lead Avetta's global revenue operations.
  • "Jeff’s appointment to our new CRO position comes at a pivotal time when Avetta is enjoying strong revenue growth and profitability.
  • Prior to joining Avetta, Jeff held leadership roles at TIBCO Software including Senior Vice President of TIBCO Sales for North America and Europe.

Eastern Communications Names Thomas Alessi as Vice President of Transformation

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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QUEENS, N.Y., Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Eastern Communications Ltd. , one of the largest mission critical communications providers in North America, announced today that Thomas Alessi has been named Vice President of Transformation.

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  • QUEENS, N.Y., Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Eastern Communications Ltd. , one of the largest mission critical communications providers in North America, announced today that Thomas Alessi has been named Vice President of Transformation.
  • "Our transformation from regional to truly national technology and service provider has accelerated our growth trajectory, particularly since our acquisition of RACOM in February," said Michael Orzetti, CEO of Eastern Communications.
  • "Since then, our nationally scaled technical and operational expertise has benefitted our end users, channel, and OEM partners alike.
  • "I am beyond thrilled to join the incredible team at Eastern," added Alessi.

Jackson T. Stephens Cup Announces Special Invitations and Introduces Jack’s Day to Promote Youth Golf

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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The Jackson T. Stephens Cup (“JTSC”), a premiere collegiate golf tournament, announced today special invitations to eleven players from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and United States Service Academies.

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  • The Jackson T. Stephens Cup (“JTSC”), a premiere collegiate golf tournament, announced today special invitations to eleven players from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and United States Service Academies.
  • Named in honor of the late Jackson (Jack) T. Stephens, the former Chairman of Augusta National Golf Club, The Jackson T. Stephens Cup annually hosts one the strongest competitions in NCAA Division I golf.
  • This is the third year the Jackson T. Stephens Cup tournament committee has extended special invitations to the competition as a part of its commitment to increasing representation in the game of golf and providing elevated playing opportunities for all golfers.
  • “It’s our pleasure to continue to extend invitations to the athletes from the United States Service Academies, and Historically Black Colleges & Universities to compete in the Jackson T. Stephens Cup.

Team Fastrax™ to Perform Patriotic Skydive at Navy Football Game

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Saturday, September 9, 2023
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BALTIMORE, Sept. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --  Saturday, September 9th, 2023, the Navy Midshipmen and Wagner Seahawks will face off for the first time for the Midshipmen's home opener at the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. The game starts at 3:30 pm, and as part of the opening ceremony, Team Fastrax™ will gracefully jump in with their majestic 1,800 sq. ft. American Flag.

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  • Professional Parachute Demonstration Team, Team Fastrax™, will perform their amazing American Flag skydive performance as part of the opening ceremony for this weekend's Navy Midshipmen football game.
  • The game starts at 3:30 pm, and as part of the opening ceremony, Team Fastrax™ will gracefully jump in with their majestic 1,800 sq.
  • John Hart, owner of Start Skydiving , and Founder of Team Fastrax™ said, "We are honored to be performing our patriotic American Flag skydive for the Navy football game.
  • To schedule a Team Fastrax™ performance at your next event, go to the Team Fastrax™ website.

Nexstar Media Group Appoints Tony Wells to Board of Directors

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023
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Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) announced the appointment of Tony Wells, 59, to its Board of Directors effective today, July 26, 2023.

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  • Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) announced the appointment of Tony Wells, 59, to its Board of Directors effective today, July 26, 2023.
  • As a result of the recent declassification of the Board, Mr. Wells, and all directors, will stand for election at the 2024 annual meeting of stockholders.
  • “We are delighted to welcome Tony to the Board,” said Perry Sook, Nexstar Media Group’s Founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.
  • Additionally, Wells served on the Board of Directors of his alma mater, Our Lady of Good Counsel High School, and was a member of the National Board of Directors for Mothers Against Drunk Driving.

Blue Star Families, Howard University, and The Chamberlain Project Recognize 75th Anniversary of Military Desegregation

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023
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Blue Star Families, Howard University and The Chamberlain Project commemorate 75th Anniversary of Military Integration.

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  • Blue Star Families, Howard University and The Chamberlain Project commemorate 75th Anniversary of Military Integration.
  • "Civic responsibility and civic rights go hand in hand," said Kathy Roth-Douquet, CEO of Blue Star Families.
  • "The Chamberlain Project was founded to help bridge the civil-military divide, and we are proud to be a partner with Howard University and Blue Star Families in commemorating this important anniversary and recognizing the essential connection between our civil and military institutions."
  • At the commemoration, The Chamberlain Project announced Howard University's incoming Chamberlain Fellow, Colonel (Ret.)

ServiceMaster Recovery Management® Announces ServiceMaster Restoration Services' National Growth

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Tuesday, July 25, 2023
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ATLANTA, July 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ServiceMaster Recovery Management ® is excited to announce the continued growth of ServiceMaster Restoration Services (SRS).

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  • ATLANTA, July 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ServiceMaster Recovery Management ® is excited to announce the continued growth of ServiceMaster Restoration Services (SRS).
  • "ServiceMaster Restoration Services has worked hard to build long-term partnerships across the SRM network to enhance capabilities and its footprint," said John Tovar, President, ServiceMaster Restore®.
  • "This represents a substantial step forward for the ServiceMaster Restore® and ServiceMaster Recovery Management® networks in accelerating growth."
  • Elite Restoration Holdings, LLC is a progressive disaster restoration company specializing in water damage and fire damage restoration.