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NUU Partners with FC Dallas to Strengthen Community Engagement and Foster Growth

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024

DALLAS, April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- NUU, a trailblazer in innovative smart devices, proudly announces its official partnership with FC Dallas, a pivotal move aimed at fostering community engagement and bolstering grassroots support in its cherished hometown.

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  • DALLAS, April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- NUU, a trailblazer in innovative smart devices, proudly announces its official partnership with FC Dallas, a pivotal move aimed at fostering community engagement and bolstering grassroots support in its cherished hometown.
  • By joining forces with FC Dallas, we aim to empower individuals to embrace the fact that technology connects us, while strengthening community ties through innovative solutions."
  • In addition to its official partner designation, NUU proudly assumes the role of Presenting Partner for the FC Dallas Foundation's Mobile STEAM Lab platform and Community Action Grants program.
  • NUU invites everyone to join in celebrating this monumental partnership and embracing the transformative power of community and sportsmanship.

College Ave Named Official Student Loan Partner of Houston Dynamo Football Club

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Thursday, March 14, 2024

WILMINGTON, Del. and HOUSTON, March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- College Ave, a leading financial services company with a passion for helping students embark on a bright future, and Houston Dynamo Football Club (HDFC) today announced a multi-year agreement exclusively naming College Ave as the Official Student Loan Partner of Houston Dynamo FC. In addition to trademark rights, stadium signage, digital/social elements, a Match Presenter and onsite activation, College Ave is hosting the College Ave Kickoff Scholarship Sweepstakes exclusively for Dynamo fans to enter for a chance to win $5,000 for college.

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  • and HOUSTON, March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- College Ave, a leading financial services company with a passion for helping students embark on a bright future, and Houston Dynamo Football Club (HDFC) today announced a multi-year agreement exclusively naming College Ave as the Official Student Loan Partner of Houston Dynamo FC.
  • "We are thrilled to be named the Official Student Loan Partner of the Houston Dynamo Football Club," said Angela Colatriano, Chief Marketing Officer, College Ave. "For the past 10 years, College Ave has provided student loans and parent loans to Houston area families.
  • "We are delighted to welcome College Ave as the Official Student Loan Partner of the Houston Dynamo Football Club," said Ben Carruthers, Vice President of Partnerships.
  • College Ave will present the Houston Dynamo FC vs. St. Louis match on May 4th at the Shell Energy Stadium in Houston.

Atomic Data Grows Game Day Roster, Signs Three New Soccer Clubs

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

MINNEAPOLIS, Feb. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Continuing a winning streak that began in Minnesota, Atomic Data revealed more national growth by welcoming three additional soccer clubs to their lineup.

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  • MINNEAPOLIS, Feb. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Continuing a winning streak that began in Minnesota, Atomic Data revealed more national growth by welcoming three additional soccer clubs to their lineup.
  • The symbiotic, multi-year partnerships provide a host of advanced IT services to each Club’s facilities and front office staff.
  • As the Official IT Partner for Seattle Sounders FC, Atomic Data is hardening the club’s endpoints with EDR solutions, implementing InfoSec best practices, and enabling the team to better track IT operations.
  • “We are thrilled to extend our relationship with Atomic Data and look forward to fortifying our technology solutions across all facets of the business.”

MLS Team Sponsorship Revenue Nears $600 Million

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

STAMFORD, Conn., Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SponsorUnited, the leading global sports and entertainment intelligence platform tracking over 1.6 million sponsorships and endorsements for 330,000 brands, today released its annual 2023 MLS Marketing Partnerships Report highlighting continued growth, top trends and new sponsorship formats for the league in 2023.

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  • MLS team sponsorship revenue nears $600 Million in latest marketing partnerships report from SponsorUnited.
  • The average number of sponsorships per team rose from 65 to 75, with over half of the teams registering double-digit increases in deals.
  • "The surge in MLS's team sponsorship revenue to over half a billion dollars is a remarkable testament to the league's rising prominence and their ability to leverage the global excitement of the World Cup, Messi's star power and the Apple partnership," said Bob Lynch, Founder and CEO of SponsorUnited.
  • MLS team sponsorship revenue soared to a record $587 million, a 15% year-over-year increase.

FANATICS AND BINHO BOARD ANNOUNCE MLS SUBLICENSE DEAL

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Monday, October 30, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Fanatics, Inc. and Binho Board ( http://binhoboard.com ) have come together to announce a Major League Soccer sublicense deal that will bring the popular finger-flicking portable soccer style game to MLS fans!

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  • LOS ANGELES, Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Fanatics, Inc. and Binho Board ( http://binhoboard.com ) have come together to announce a Major League Soccer sublicense deal that will bring the popular finger-flicking portable soccer style game to MLS fans!
  • Created back in 2018 by former College athlete Nick Witherill in his backyard, the Binho Board has quickly become the go-to tabletop competition game around the world working with some of the biggest soccer/football clubs including Liverpool FC, Arsenal FC and now teams here in America.
  • In a statement on the new partnership, Witherill commented, "I'm super excited to be partnered with the MLS and be able to bring each team's brand to life through our boards and products.
  • The new Fanatics / Soccer United Marketing LLC collection is available now at: https://binhoboard.com/collections/mls-collection
    For further information / media inquires: Zack Teperman - ZTPR - [email protected]

Houston Dynamo Football Club and Verizon partner for Fan Appreciation Week

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Monday, September 18, 2023

HOUSTON, Sept. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Houston Dynamo Football Club (HDFC) today announced that Verizon will serve as the official 5G partner of both Houston Dynamo FC and the Houston Dash. Both organizations will collaborate on enhancing the fan experience at Shell Energy Stadium and Verizon will serve as the presenting sponsor for Fan Appreciation Week, beginning on Sept. 30.

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  • Verizon will serve as the presenting sponsor for HDFC’s Fan Appreciation Week, a special week of activations to thank fans for their support throughout the year, featuring a postgame concert following the Houston Dash game on Oct. 8 featuring Vanilla Ice, Tone Loc, and Rob Base at Shell Energy Stadium
    The partnership will also feature a pre-match party celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month prior to the Houston Dynamo match on Sept. 30 and exclusive experiences for sweepstakes winners at Shell Energy Stadium on Fan Appreciation Weekend
    HOUSTON, Sept. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Houston Dynamo Football Club (HDFC) today announced that Verizon will serve as the official 5G partner of both Houston Dynamo FC and the Houston Dash.
  • Both organizations will collaborate on enhancing the fan experience at Shell Energy Stadium and Verizon will serve as the presenting sponsor for Fan Appreciation Week, beginning on Sept. 30.
  • “Verizon is thrilled to team up with the Houston Dynamo Football Club to present what is sure to be a fun-filled, memorable Fan Appreciation Week and support a strong finish to the regular season and beyond,” said Michelle R. Miller, Coastal Plains market president for Verizon.
  • Verizon will also serve as the presenting sponsor for two sweepstakes that will give fans exclusive experiences at Shell Energy Stadium as part of Fan Appreciation Week in October.

Skillmasters Partners with The Houston Dynamo and Houston Dash Youth Programs

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Monday, February 20, 2023

HOUSTON, Feb. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Houston Dynamo and Houston Dash Youth Programs along with Skillmasters have announced a partnership to bring the highest-quality youth soccer training experience to the greater Houston area.

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  • HOUSTON, Feb. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Houston Dynamo and Houston Dash Youth Programs along with Skillmasters have announced a partnership to bring the highest-quality youth soccer training experience to the greater Houston area.
  • Through this partnership, Houston Dynamo and Houston Dash Youth Programs will provide engaging instruction in age-appropriate drills and games designed to be challenging, but also fun to schools in the Houston Independent School District utilizing the Skillmasters platform.
  • Experienced coaches from Houston Dynamo and Houston Dash Youth Programs will use their expertise to teach players and coaches of all skill levels the fundamentals and key skills necessary for success on the field.
  • "We are excited to join forces with the Houston Dynamo and Houston Dash Youth Programs and help teach these kids how to become better athletes and better people through soccer training.

Houston Dynamo Football Club and Shell Energy announce stadium naming rights agreement

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Tuesday, January 17, 2023

HOUSTON, Jan. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The first major league soccer-specific stadium in a downtown district will re-open its doors as Shell Energy Stadium in 2023 following an agreement between Houston Dynamo Football Club and Shell Energy, both organizations announced today.

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  • HOUSTON, Jan. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The first major league soccer-specific stadium in a downtown district will re-open its doors as Shell Energy Stadium in 2023 following an agreement between Houston Dynamo Football Club and Shell Energy, both organizations announced today.
  • “We look forward to welcoming our passionate fans to Shell Energy Stadium this spring following an extensive renovation to enhance the experience of all guests.
  • In addition to the naming rights agreement, the Club and Shell Energy [1] are pursuing a variety of integrated energy and decarbonization solutions at the stadium, while also collaborating on important community initiatives.
  • Additionally, construction is underway at Shell Energy Stadium as the venue expands its premium offering with an all-inclusive air-conditioned club on the east concourse.

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

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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.

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  • 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.

Senator Bob Kerrey Joins Project Admission Board

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Wednesday, July 20, 2022

NASHVILLE, Tenn., July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Project Admission, a technology company specializing in digital ticketing solutions for the sport and entertainment industries, announced today that the Honorable Bob Kerrey, former Nebraska Senator, U.S. Navy Seal, Medal of Honor recipient, and accomplished business leader, has joined its board of directors.

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  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Project Admission, a technology company specializing in digital ticketing solutions for the sport and entertainment industries, announced today that the Honorable Bob Kerrey, former Nebraska Senator, U.S. Navy Seal, Medal of Honor recipient, and accomplished business leader, has joined its board of directors.
  • "I've had the pleasure of knowing Stephen Glicken for the last several decades and have continued to be impressed by his business acumen," says Mr. Kerrey.
  • "When he showed me the transformative power that Project Admission is positioned to have on ticketing and live events, I was thrilled at the opportunity to join the board and help its growth."
  • The announcement of Mr. Kerrey joining Project Admission's board comes on the heels of the company's acquisition of SplitSeasonTickets this past June.