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Sabre Announces Changes to its Board Composition

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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SOUTHLAKE, Texas, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a leading technology company that powers the global travel industry, today announced changes to the composition of its Board of Directors. Elaine Paul has been elected to Sabre's Board of Directors, effective February 16. On that same date, Zane Rowe and Rachel Gonzalez will retire from the company's Board.

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  • SOUTHLAKE, Texas, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a leading technology company that powers the global travel industry, today announced changes to the composition of its Board of Directors.
  • On that same date, Zane Rowe and Rachel Gonzalez will retire from the company's Board.
  • "We look forward to having Elaine as a member of Sabre's Board of Directors," said Sean Menke, Sabre's Executive Chair of the Board.
  • With their departure and Paul's appointment, the company has reduced the size of its Board to eleven.

Candy Cane Lane, Starring Eddie Murphy, Slashes 4,000 lbs of CO2 With Mobile Clean Energy Batteries

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023
Film & Motion Pictures, Alternative Energy, Energy, Entertainment, Other Energy, Multimedia, Amazon Studios, Amazon, BESS, PGA, Air pollution, Climate Pledge Fund, Candy Cane Lane, Noise, Television, Transport, CO2, Lighting, Film industry

Through the use of Moxion, the set of the holiday film, Candy Cane Lane, starring Eddie Murphy, averted over 4,000 lbs of CO2 emissions by replacing nearly 190 gallons of diesel fuel with clean energy.

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  • Through the use of Moxion, the set of the holiday film, Candy Cane Lane, starring Eddie Murphy, averted over 4,000 lbs of CO2 emissions by replacing nearly 190 gallons of diesel fuel with clean energy.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231219465609/en/
    An Amazon Studios crew member plugs in a Moxion Power battery on the set of an Amazon Studios film.
  • Candy Cane Lane harnessed more than 1,200 kWh of clean energy from Moxion’s batteries to deliver fuel cost savings of almost $1,000.
  • Beyond the entertainment industry, Moxion batteries are capable of powering construction sites, charging electric vehicles, and supporting utilities to meet energy demand.

MUST-HAVE TECH GIFTS FOR THE HOLIDAYS

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023
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MENLO PARK, Calif., Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- 

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  • Hear about the latest tech gadgets available this holiday season and when to start shopping so you don't miss out!
  • If you have a tech enthusiast on your holiday shopping list, find out the latest must-have items you need to start shopping for!
  • Experience the full interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/9179452-high-tech-holiday-gifts-...
    Retail expert Justine Santaniello shares her top tech gifts for the 2023 holiday season.
  • Justine showcases gifts that not only feature next-level technology, but also offer unique ways to spend quality time with family and friends through the holiday season and beyond.

Moxion Power’s Battery Technology Named a 2023 TIME’s Best Invention

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
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Today, Moxion Power , a California-based manufacturer of clean, mobile battery energy storage system (BESS) technology, made TIME’s Best Invention list for their MP-75/600 , the first product in a line-up of mobile BESS products that will electrify the temporary power industry.

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  • Today, Moxion Power , a California-based manufacturer of clean, mobile battery energy storage system (BESS) technology, made TIME’s Best Invention list for their MP-75/600 , the first product in a line-up of mobile BESS products that will electrify the temporary power industry.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231024647460/en/
    “We’re absolutely thrilled to have the MP-75/600 selected as one of TIME's Best Inventions for 2023.
  • This recognition highlights the exceptional talent, persistent curiosity, and moxie of our team,” said Paul Huelskamp, CEO and co-founder at Moxion Power.
  • “We need more successful investments like this if we’re going to achieve our net-zero goals by 2050.”
    “Sunbelt Rentals is proud to witness the recognition of Moxion as a ‘best invention’.

C'est le fun! Prime Video Announces the New Cast of Hit Series LOL: Qui rira le dernier?

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
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MONTREAL, Oct. 24, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, Prime Video announced the Season Two cast of LOL: Qui rira le dernier?

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  • MONTREAL, Oct. 24, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, Prime Video announced the Season Two cast of LOL: Qui rira le dernier?
  • The French-language Amazon Original comedy series returns after its hit first season, using 45 cameras to catch all of the hilarious action during the unpredictable six-hour competition.
  • The series is set to premiere in early 2024 on Prime Video.
  • Prime members in Canada enjoy savings, convenience, and entertainment, all in a single membership, for just $9.99/month or best value $99.99/year.

Attache ta tuque! Prime Video Announces Its Slate of French-Language Titles and Quebec-Based Content at Prime Video Presents Quebec

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
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"Today's event in Montreal showcased our continued investment in content for our customers in Quebec," said Magda Grace, head of Prime Video, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

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  • "Today's event in Montreal showcased our continued investment in content for our customers in Quebec," said Magda Grace, head of Prime Video, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
  • and are excited to launch a new reality show, a comedy special, sports documentaries, and our first Quebecois scripted dramas.
  • "Our upcoming slate features a breadth of Quebec storytelling with a mix of French- and English-language content.
  • At the event, Prime Video made a series of announcements, including:
    The second collaboration between Prime Video and Juste pour rire TV, the flagship comedy event, L'ultime gala is available now for Prime members.

Prime Video Takes to the Ice With Two Must-See Amazon Canadian Original Documentaries Produced in Association with NHL Productions: Chosen One: Alexandre Daigle and Saving Sakic Debuting in 2024

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
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Set to premiere in 2024, Chosen One: Alexandre Daigle highlights the Quebec-born teenage hockey phenom, positioned to be the saviour of the expansion Ottawa Senators.

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  • Set to premiere in 2024, Chosen One: Alexandre Daigle highlights the Quebec-born teenage hockey phenom, positioned to be the saviour of the expansion Ottawa Senators.
  • The documentary chronicles that journey as Alexandre Daigle, himself, reflects on life - both on and off the ice.
  • We think the authentic and entertaining narratives in Chosen One: Alexandre Daigle and Saving Sakic will resonate with our hockey audience but most importantly, beyond.
  • Chosen One: Alexandre Daigle and Saving Sakic are directed by Jay Nelson for NHL Productions.

Avid Joins Roybal School of Film and Television Production Magnet

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
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BURLINGTON, Mass., Oct. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Avid ® ( Nasdaq: AVID ) is continuing its mission to help more people gain skills for successful careers in the entertainment industry as the first technology Founding Partner of the Roybal School of Film and Television Production Fund , which was established by George Clooney, Grant Heslov and Creative Artists Agency’s Bryan Lourd, to support The Roybal Film and Television Production Magnet, a specialized academy created to drive transformational change across the industry by building a more inclusive pipeline of historically underrepresented college- and career-ready students pursuing below-the-line careers in film and television.

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  • BURLINGTON, Mass., Oct. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Avid ® ( Nasdaq: AVID ) is continuing its mission to help more people gain skills for successful careers in the entertainment industry as the first technology Founding Partner of the Roybal School of Film and Television Production Fund , which was established by George Clooney, Grant Heslov and Creative Artists Agency’s Bryan Lourd, to support The Roybal Film and Television Production Magnet, a specialized academy created to drive transformational change across the industry by building a more inclusive pipeline of historically underrepresented college- and career-ready students pursuing below-the-line careers in film and television.
  • Students started exploring video storytelling in a new Post Production Lab sponsored by Avid at the Edward R. Roybal Learning Center.
  • Over the next three years, 90 student editors will be able to learn and work simultaneously in the lab and earn industry-recognized Avid certifications by the end of each school year.
  • In addition to collaborating with the Roybal fund, Avid runs several initiatives in partnership with its customers to enable more people to enter media production professions.

DIGITAL DOMAIN AND PRG ANNOUNCE CO-BRAND PARTNERSHIP: A NEW ERA FOR HOLISTIC VFX AND VIRTUAL PRODUCTION SERVICES

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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Together, they will provide their extensive network and beyond with an unprecedented all-in-one solution for high-end visual effects, holograms, virtual production, and content creation services.

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  • Together, they will provide their extensive network and beyond with an unprecedented all-in-one solution for high-end visual effects, holograms, virtual production, and content creation services.
  • Through the specialized expertise of both parties, Digital Domain and PRG are now able to offer seamless end-to-end service covering ideation to execution, all under one roof.
  • Todd Hoddick, President, Entertainment of PRG, shared, "Through our partnership with Digital Domain, virtual production redefines creative boundaries.
  • Jeroen Hallaert, Vice President, Production Services of PRG, added, "This innovation streamlines workflows, reshaping collaboration dynamics and enabling real-time creative refinement, from 'prep' to 'post'."

Gallaudet University Director of Storytelling and Alumna Storm Smith Named to Ad Age's Prestigious "40 Under 40" List; Honored as Marketing and Media Trailblazer

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Gallaudet University Director of Storytelling and alumna Storm Smith has been named to Ad Age's 2023 40 Under 40, the university announced today. Gallaudet University is the leading university in the world for deaf and hard of hearing students.

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  • WASHINGTON, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Gallaudet University Director of Storytelling and alumna Storm Smith has been named to Ad Age's 2023 40 Under 40 , the university announced today.
  • Gallaudet University is the leading university in the world for deaf and hard of hearing students.
  • Ad Age's annual 40 Under 40 is a prestigious list honoring marketing and media trailblazers who have made significant contributions to the worlds of media, technology, advertising, or marketing within the last year.
  • Ad Age is a leading global media brand for an influential audience of decision makers and disruptors across the marketing and media landscape.