Madison Square Garden Sports

Brian Lafemina Joins Arctos as Operating Partner

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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Arctos, a private investment firm that provides bespoke growth and liquidity solutions, differentiated thought partnership and value creation services to sports franchises (Arctos Sports) and alternative asset managers (Arctos Keystone), today announced that Brian Lafemina has joined the firm as an Operating Partner.

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  • Arctos, a private investment firm that provides bespoke growth and liquidity solutions, differentiated thought partnership and value creation services to sports franchises (Arctos Sports) and alternative asset managers (Arctos Keystone), today announced that Brian Lafemina has joined the firm as an Operating Partner.
  • Arctos’ Operating Partners serve in a consultatory role, providing their expertise to the firm and its portfolio franchises.
  • In this new role, Lafemina will leverage his deep experience to advise on and assist in sourcing opportunities, enhance Arctos’ value-add capabilities, and act as an advisor to the firm’s portfolio franchises through Arctos Operating Platform.
  • “We are incredibly excited for him to join us.”
    “The scientific approach Arctos has delivered to sports investing is truly remarkable,” said Brian Lafemina.

Macy’s, Inc. Names Sharon Otterman Chief Marketing Officer of Macy’s

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
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Macy’s, Inc. (NYSE: M) today announced that Sharon Otterman has been named chief marketing officer of Macy’s.

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  • Macy’s, Inc. (NYSE: M) today announced that Sharon Otterman has been named chief marketing officer of Macy’s.
  • Sharon will begin leading the company’s marketing organization starting on Monday, December 11, reporting to Tony Spring, president and CEO-elect, Macy’s, Inc.
  • In this role, Sharon will lead Macy’s strategic marketing, spearheading the company's brand evolution and build awareness, engagement, and loyalty amongst all customer segments.
  • This includes brand activation, campaign advertising and content planning, creative, visual merchandising, branded entertainment, and media strategy for the Macy’s brand.

LEADING DIRECT-TO-CONSUMER SPORTS PLATFORM, HANG, RAISES $9.2M SERIES A ROUND

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Monday, November 27, 2023
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NEW YORK, Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hang Media, Inc., whose award-winning HANG platform (letshang.live) has drawn more than 22 million young viewers to interactively experience sports events alongside current players, all-time greats, and celebrities, has completed a $9.2 million Series A funding round. HANG will use the proceeds to accelerate product development and audience growth, expanding its leadership position in the rapidly growing direct-to-consumer sports media category.

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  • HANG will use the proceeds to accelerate product development and audience growth, expanding its leadership position in the rapidly growing direct-to-consumer sports media category.
  • The financing was led by The Operating Group, a holding company run by media, technology and finance executive Ken Cron.
  • Emergetic, LLC partners Mark Lieberman and Ron Frankel advised Hang Media on the transaction.
  • "We are excited to partner with the amazing HANG team," said Ken Cron, CEO of The Operating Group.

NEXEN TIRE NAMED OFFICIAL PARTNER OF THE NEW YORK RANGERS

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Monday, November 13, 2023
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NEW YORK, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. (NYSE: MSGS) announced today a marketing partnership with Nexen Tire, naming one of the leading global tire manufacturers an Official Partner of the New York Rangers. Through the partnership, Nexen Tire will receive significant brand promotion during Rangers games at Madison Square Garden, including digital dasherboard signage, virtual blue line signage and ribbon LED signage. Nexen Tire will also receive exposure on the digital boards outside of Madison Square Garden, which are on display to the millions of people who pass by The Garden every day.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. (NYSE: MSGS) announced today a marketing partnership with Nexen Tire, naming one of the leading global tire manufacturers an Official Partner of the New York Rangers.
  • Through the partnership, Nexen Tire will receive significant brand promotion during Rangers games at Madison Square Garden, including digital dasherboard signage, virtual blue line signage and ribbon LED signage.
  • "We are thrilled to announce the partnership between Nexen Tire and the New York Rangers," said Brian Yoonseok Han, CEO of Nexen Tire America, Inc. "It is an incredibly exciting opportunity to join forces with an iconic team like the New York Rangers.
  • In addition, Nexen Tire will be the presenting partner on select Rangers social media posts, including "Road Game Player Arrivals," in which the brand's logo will appear in photos posted to the Rangers digital accounts.

SPHERE, THE NEXT-GENERATION ENTERTAINMENT VENUE, NAMED THE NEW YORK KNICKS OFFICIAL JERSEY PATCH PARTNER

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
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NEW YORK and LAS VEGAS, Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. (NYSE: MSGS) announced today a new partnership with Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE: SPHR), naming Sphere, the next-generation entertainment venue that opened last month in Las Vegas, the Official Jersey Patch Partner of the New York Knicks, one of the most storied franchises in sports.

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  • NEW YORK and LAS VEGAS, Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. (NYSE: MSGS) announced today a new partnership with Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE: SPHR), naming Sphere, the next-generation entertainment venue that opened last month in Las Vegas, the Official Jersey Patch Partner of the New York Knicks, one of the most storied franchises in sports.
  • Additionally, the Sphere logo will be on Knicks practice jerseys, Knicks warm-up shirts and on Knicks jerseys sold at Madison Square Garden's in-arena retail locations, as well as on Shop.MSG.com .
  • Sphere is a next-generation entertainment medium that is redefining the future of live entertainment.
  • The Sphere Experience, a two-part multisensory experience featuring Darren Aronofsky's Postcard from Earth, debuted at the venue on October 6.

BEYOND MEAT® NAMED FIRST-EVER OFFICIAL PLANT-BASED MEAT PARTNER OF MADISON SQUARE GARDEN, NEW YORK KNICKS AND NEW YORK RANGERS

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
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NEW YORK, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. (NYSE: MSGS) ("MSG Sports") and Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (NYSE: MSGE) ("MSG Entertainment") announced today a new partnership with Beyond Meat, Inc. (NASDAQ: BYND), a leader in plant-based meat, naming the brand the first-ever Official Plant-Based Meat Partner of Madison Square Garden, New York Knicks, Knicks Gaming (NBA 2K League), New York Rangers, and the Arena Concert Series at Madison Square Garden.

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  • Beyond Meat's Delicious Plant-Based Products Will Be Exclusively Featured at the GO BEYOND® GRILL, a Brand-New, First-of-Its-Kind Dedicated Concession Stand on the Madison Square Garden Concourse
    NEW YORK, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. (NYSE: MSGS) ("MSG Sports") and Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (NYSE: MSGE) ("MSG Entertainment") announced today a new partnership with Beyond Meat, Inc. (NASDAQ: BYND), a leader in plant-based meat, naming the brand the first-ever Official Plant-Based Meat Partner of Madison Square Garden, New York Knicks, Knicks Gaming (NBA 2K League), New York Rangers, and the Arena Concert Series at Madison Square Garden.
  • "We are so proud to welcome Beyond Meat to the MSG family as our first-ever Official Plant-Based Meat Partner."
  • "Madison Square Garden is one of the world's most iconic venues, reaching millions of consumers each year through their robust schedule of sports, music and live entertainment events.
  • Beyond Meat will partner with the Knicks and Rangers digital teams on two custom original content series that will be shown across Knicks and Rangers digital channels.

WDA Launches Community Practice Focused on Public and Nonprofit Sector Clients

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Monday, July 10, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, July 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- William Duff Architects (WDA) expands its market reach with the launch of its community practice, complementing its Residential, Commercial and Hospitality practices. WDA—whose clients range from international companies such as Air France, British Airways and Madison Square Garden Company, to pioneering businesses such as Amy's Kitchen, Brilliant Earth and Local Kitchens—was recently awarded a major project by the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC).

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  • The newly created practice area will be led by architect David K. Plotkin, AIA
    SAN FRANCISCO, July 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- William Duff Architects (WDA) expands its market reach with the launch of its community practice, complementing its Residential, Commercial and Hospitality practices.
  • WDA—whose clients range from international companies such as Air France, British Airways and Madison Square Garden Company, to pioneering businesses such as Amy's Kitchen, Brilliant Earth and Local Kitchens—was recently awarded a major project by the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC).
  • "Launching the Community practice enables WDA to better support public and nonprofit sector clients," states Community practice leader David K. Plotkin.
  • "It's been a pleasure working with WDA."

Xtract One Releases Third Quarter Fiscal 2023 Financial Results

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Thursday, June 8, 2023
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The bookings generated by the Platform operating segment was a 792% increase compared to the same period last year,” stated Peter Evans, Chief Executive Officer of Xtract One.

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  • The bookings generated by the Platform operating segment was a 792% increase compared to the same period last year,” stated Peter Evans, Chief Executive Officer of Xtract One.
  • Loss and comprehensive loss was $13.0 million for the nine month period ended April 30, 2023, compared $8.6 million for the same period in 2022.
  • Xtract One will host a conference call to discuss its annual results on Thursday, June 8, 2023, at 5:30 pm EST.
  • Peter Evans, Xtract One CEO and Director, and Karen Hersh, CFO and Corporate Secretary, will provide an overview of the financial results along with management’s outlook for the business, followed by a question-and-answer period.

PROFESSIONAL FIGHTERS LEAGUE APPOINTS ADAM LAITSAS EVP INTERNATIONAL STRATEGY & BUSINESS OPERATIONS FOR MENA

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Thursday, June 8, 2023
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NEW YORK, June 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Professional Fighters League (PFL), the fastest growing and most innovative sports league, today announced that Adam Laitsas has been appointed Executive Vice President, International Strategy and Business Operations for the MENA region reporting to PFL CEO Peter Murray. Laitsas will oversee PFL expansion plans and growing the sport of MMA throughout the Middle East including the 2024 launch of the PFL's second international expansion league, PFL MENA, staging global PFL PPV Super Fight events and developing regional athletes into future PFL MMA World Champions. 

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  • NEW YORK, June 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Professional Fighters League (PFL), the fastest growing and most innovative sports league, today announced that Adam Laitsas has been appointed Executive Vice President, International Strategy and Business Operations for the MENA region reporting to PFL CEO Peter Murray.
  • PFL is pioneering a transformative period of growth for the sport on a global scale as it creates the Champions League of MMA.
  • "We welcome Adam Laitsas as EVP Strategy and Business Operations for MENA and look forward to him leading the development of the sport of MMA in the Middle East and launching PFL MENA in 2024 following our successful debut of PFL Europe as we further develop the Champions League of MMA" said PFL Peter Murray CEO PFL.
  • "I'm excited to join the PFL executive team to lead international growth in the MENA region," Laitsas said.

Xtract One Releases Second Quarter Fiscal 2023 Results

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Thursday, March 9, 2023
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TORONTO, March 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Xtract One Technologies Inc., formerly Patriot One Technologies Inc., (TSX: XTRA) (OTCQX: XTRAF) (FRANKFURT: 0PL) (“Xtract One” or the “Company”) a leading technology-driven threat detection and patron screening solutions company, is pleased to announce its second quarter results for the three and six month periods ended January 31, 2023.

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  • TORONTO, March 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Xtract One Technologies Inc., formerly Patriot One Technologies Inc., (TSX: XTRA) (OTCQX: XTRAF) (FRANKFURT: 0PL) (“Xtract One” or the “Company”) a leading technology-driven threat detection and patron screening solutions company, is pleased to announce its second quarter results for the three and six month periods ended January 31, 2023.
  • “We continue to see accelerating growth in the business on multiple fronts and I am pleased to share our second quarter results with investors for fiscal 2023.
  • The Platform segment continues to be our main driver of growth with an 80% increase in deployments compared to last quarter,” stated Peter Evans, Chief Executive Officer of Xtract One.
  • Xtract One will host a conference call to discuss its annual results on Thursday, March 9, 2023, at 5:30 pm EST.