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Birmingham Legion FC announces the extension of a multi-year partnership with Coca-Cola Bottling Company United, Inc. through 2029

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Coca-Cola Bottling Company United, Inc. will extend its kit and team sponsorship through 2029.

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  • BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Coca-Cola Bottling Company United, Inc. will extend its kit and team sponsorship through 2029.
  • To continue to provide quality, refreshing products to all fans, as well as the team for the duration of the partnership.
  • Founded in 2019, Birmingham Legion FC now enters its sixth season of competition in the United Soccer League's Championship division, the league's highest level.
  • Coca-Cola Bottling Company United, Inc., founded in 1902 and headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, is the third-largest bottler of Coca-Cola products in the United States.

Verizon continues to upgrade Birmingham's best network

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Wednesday, April 5, 2023
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BIRMINGHAM, Ala., April 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon has recently made major upgrades to the network serving customers in Birmingham, AL.

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  • BIRMINGHAM, Ala., April 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon has recently made major upgrades to the network serving customers in Birmingham, AL.
  • These upgrades are part of a multi-year redesign of its network architecture to stay ahead of exponential data usage increases, upgrade the technology in the network, and to pave the way for personalized customer experiences.
  • “Verizon is committed to delivering the most reliable network experience and meeting our customer’s connectivity needs, no matter where they are.
  • The recent network upgrades have led to customers having the best experience on the Verizon network in Birmingham, AL, according to the nation’s most rigorous scientific testing company RootMetrics®.

Protective Life Corporation Announces Board of Directors Updates

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023
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Protective Life Corporation (Protective), a subsidiary of Dai-ichi Life Holdings, Inc. (Dai-ichi, TSE:8750), announces updates to its board of directors.

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  • Protective Life Corporation (Protective), a subsidiary of Dai-ichi Life Holdings, Inc. (Dai-ichi, TSE:8750), announces updates to its board of directors.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230404006045/en/
    “We are pleased to welcome three new, well-respected leaders to Protective’s Board of Directors,” said Michael J. Morrissey, Chairman of Protective’s Board of Directors.
  • Their combined knowledge and experience of the financial and medical industries will bring a depth of leadership to the Protective Board of Directors.
  • Mr. Yamaguchi will replace Toshiaki Sumino, Director, Managing Executive Officer of Dai-ichi Life Holdings, Inc. and Managing Executive Officer of The Dai-ichi Life Insurance Co., Ltd., who has now completed his board term for Protective.

Birmingham Legion FC in New Partnership with PJ United

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Tuesday, February 28, 2023
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BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Feb. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Birmingham Legion FC announced today the start of a new multi-year sponsorship with national retailer Papa Johns.

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  • BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Feb. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Birmingham Legion FC announced today the start of a new multi-year sponsorship with national retailer Papa Johns.
  • PJ United, Inc. (aka Papa Johns Pizza) join an impressive roster of both national and local brands supporting the Legion, Birmingham's only professional sports team.
  • Founded in 2019, Birmingham Legion FC now enters its fifth season of competition in the United Soccer League's Championship division, the league's highest level.
  • "A shared foundation of quality defines this partnership," said Birmingham Legion FC President and GM Jay Heaps.

Birmingham Revitalization Program Provides Safety, Security and Peace of Mind Public-private partnership brings FORTIFIED protection to Northside homes

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Thursday, February 2, 2023
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"Together, with these amazing partners, we honor them by gathering up our resources to help make their homes a safe place of pride.

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  • "Together, with these amazing partners, we honor them by gathering up our resources to help make their homes a safe place of pride.
  • My hope is that this is just the beginning of more partnerships and more support of our residents throughout Birmingham."
  • Birmingham-based Protective, a national provider of life insurance, annuity and asset protection solutions, spearheaded the new program to support the communities around Protective Stadium in downtown Birmingham.
  • "We are pleased to work in collaboration with the Northside community and the Protecting Good partners to provide FORTIFIED roofs to keep these families and homes safe and dry."

USFL Taps Sportradar as Official Sports Data & Integrity Partner

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Tuesday, February 15, 2022
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The multi-year agreement, reached following a competitive bid process, establishes Sportradar as the Official Sports Data Partner of the USFL and the leagues official integrity partner.

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  • The multi-year agreement, reached following a competitive bid process, establishes Sportradar as the Official Sports Data Partner of the USFL and the leagues official integrity partner.
  • Under terms of the agreement, Sportradar will develop new data collection and delivery systems for the league and its related businesses, including media and gaming, and will provide data to betting operators advertising during USFL telecasts.
  • The USFL isthrilledto have forged its first data and integrity partnership with Sportradar, said Edward Hartman, USFL Executive Vice President, Business Operations.With morethan 60% of American adultslivinginstateswhere sports wagering is now legal,it was critical to the new USFL that we partner with the market leader in integritysolutions, andSportradar is the gold standard to which all sports information businesses are measured.
  • The fast, accurate and reliable data that Sportradar provides to the marketplace will be crucial to the USFL engaging its audience as the league establishes itself on the American sports landscape, said Ed Blonk, Chief Commercial Officer, Sportradar.

Protective Life Corporation Launches Collaboration with FLY V, Bringing Local Apparel to Protective Stadium and Supporting Birmingham’s Northside Neighborhoods

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Thursday, October 14, 2021
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Entrepreneur and former collegiate athlete, Jones created the FLY V brand to inspire empowerment through positive, stylish apparel for cultural trendsetters.

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  • Entrepreneur and former collegiate athlete, Jones created the FLY V brand to inspire empowerment through positive, stylish apparel for cultural trendsetters.
  • As part of the collaboration with Protective, FLY V has designed and produced a commemorative hat to be sold exclusively in Protective Stadium during all 2021 home football games for The University of Alabama at Birmingham Blazers.
  • Through collaborations like the Protective Stadium hat, our city can keep spreading the magic, said Andrew Jones, FLY V Founder.
  • Protective is thrilled to be working with FLY V, supporting both a unique and thriving local business and the communities around Protective Stadium, said Scott Adams, EVP, Corporate Responsibility, Strategy and Innovation at Protective.

Legacy Credit Union announces Legacy Plaza at Protective Stadium

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Tuesday, September 28, 2021
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BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Sept. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Legacy Community Federal Credit Union has entered a 10-year partnership with Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex (BJCC) to place their brand on the new Legacy Plaza at Protective Stadium.

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  • BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Sept. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Legacy Community Federal Credit Union has entered a 10-year partnership with Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex (BJCC) to place their brand on the new Legacy Plaza at Protective Stadium.
  • Legacy Plaza, located on 10th Avenue North directly across from Uptown, will serve as the main entry point for Protective Stadium.
  • In 2016, Legacy was recognized as the Official Credit Union of UAB, serving the students and staff of the university.
  • Legacy Plaza at Protective Stadium opens on October 2, 2021 when the UAB Blazers host the Liberty Flames.

It’s Time to Shine, Birmingham: Protective Life Corporation and the BJCC Celebrate the Official Lighting of Protective Stadium

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Wednesday, September 15, 2021
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210915005615/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210915005615/en/
    Protective Life Corporation and the BJCC celebrated alongside employees, elected officials, business and community leaders and project partners as the Protective Stadium identification signage was officially lit for the first time at Protective Stadium on Tuesday, Sept. 14.
  • I believe Birmingham has a bright future ahead, and Protective is proud to be part of bringing this stadium to life for our community, said Rich Bielen, Protective President and Chief Executive Officer.
  • Protective Stadium will have a tremendous impact on our state and in our communities, said Governor Kay Ivey.
  • Founded in 1907, Protective Life Corporation (Protective) is on a mission to help more people achieve protection and security in their lives.

Protective Life Corporation Introduces New Brand Identity, Showcases Commitment as Protectors

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Wednesday, September 8, 2021
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The Protective brand needed to evolve to capitalize on our strengths, amplify who we are today and inspire our future.

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  • The Protective brand needed to evolve to capitalize on our strengths, amplify who we are today and inspire our future.
  • Our branding positions us as protectors and reflects our unwavering commitment to stand by your side.
  • The new logo and expressive color differentiate the Protective brand story, showcasing its commitment to being by each customers side.
  • Founded in 1907, Protective Life Corporation (Protective) is on a mission to help more people achieve protection and security in their lives.