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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.

Laugh Factory Hollywood Hosting Benefit for Writers, Actors and Others Impacted by the Strikes

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Friday, August 11, 2023
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HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Aug. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Laugh Factory Hollywood will host a "Stand Up for Strikers" benefit on Tuesday, August 15th at 8 pm. to support not only writers and actors, but those in the entertainment industry who have been caught in the crossfire and are out of work because of the writers' and actors' strikes. Funds raised will go directly to the Entertainment Community Fund.

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  • I have devoted my life to comedy for the last four decades, and I know how important writers are.
  • — Jamie Masada, Laugh Factory Owner
    HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Aug. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Laugh Factory Hollywood will host a "Stand Up for Strikers" benefit on Tuesday, August 15th at 8 pm.
  • to support not only writers and actors, but those in the entertainment industry who have been caught in the crossfire and are out of work because of the writers' and actors' strikes.
  • This will be just one of many Laugh Factory fundraisers to support writers, actors and entertainment community members who are affected by the strikes.

AMERICAN BLACK FILM FESTIVAL PRODUCERS TO LAUNCH A NEW COMEDY EVENT -- BECAUSE THEY’RE FUNNY COMEDY FESTIVAL HOSTED BY EVENTS DC

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Monday, February 27, 2023
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ABFF Ventures LLC today announced the launch of Because They’re Funny (BTF) Comedy Festival, a three-day event showcasing comedic talent within BIPOC communities.

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  • ABFF Ventures LLC today announced the launch of Because They’re Funny (BTF) Comedy Festival, a three-day event showcasing comedic talent within BIPOC communities.
  • A spinoff of the American Black Film Festival, BTF will propel a new generation of stand-up comedians to stardom and showcase content in the comedy genre.
  • The festival, programmed for comedy fans and industry professionals alike, will take place October 6-8, 2023, at The Wharf on the Southwest Waterfront in Washington, DC.
  • Events DC, the premier host of conventions, sports, entertainment and cultural events in the nation’s capital, is the festival’s presenting partner.

30th Anniversary Bounce Trumpet Awards honoring Black excellence to world premiere on Juneteenth at 7pm ET

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Thursday, June 16, 2022
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Zaila Avant-garde (Rising Star Award): The Louisiana native was the 2021 Scripps National Spelling Bee winner and the first Black American to win the academic competition.

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  • Zaila Avant-garde (Rising Star Award): The Louisiana native was the 2021 Scripps National Spelling Bee winner and the first Black American to win the academic competition.
  • The Bounce Trumpet Awards were conceived to recognize the outstanding accomplishments of African Americans and those who have succeeded against great odds and inspired success in others.
  • Founded in 1992 by American Civil Rights leader Xernona Clayton, The Trumpet Awards were acquired by Bounce in 2016.
  • For more information about past honorees, presenters, performers and information about The Bounce Trumpet Awards visit here.

JUST Egg Partners with Serena Williams and Jake Gyllenhaal on New Campaign

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Monday, May 23, 2022
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Building on the brands honest, straightforward tone from previous campaigns, the new Really Good Eggs blitz features tennis star Serena Williams and actor Jake Gyllenhaal, both investors in the brand, eating JUST Egg as part of their healthier lifestyles.

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  • Building on the brands honest, straightforward tone from previous campaigns, the new Really Good Eggs blitz features tennis star Serena Williams and actor Jake Gyllenhaal, both investors in the brand, eating JUST Egg as part of their healthier lifestyles.
  • Movie star Gyllenhaal is scrambling a pan of JUST Egg after finishing a new, trendy workout that only celebrities know about.
  • But I do have JUST Egg, said Serena Williams, referencing a humorous scene in the ad she appears in.
  • To view the ad spots featuring Serena Williams and Jake Gyllenhaal, click here .

30th Anniversary Bounce Trumpet Awards to Take Place April 23 at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood

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Thursday, April 7, 2022
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ATLANTA, April 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The 30th Anniversary Bounce Trumpet Awards has been rescheduled for April 23, 2022, at the Dolby Theater in Hollywood and will air on Juneteenth, Sunday, June 19, at 7 p.m. ET. Produced by Magic Lemonade Production Company, the gala event will be televised on Bounce, the nation's popular entertainment television network serving African Americans.

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  • ATLANTA, April 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The 30th Anniversary Bounce Trumpet Awards has been rescheduled for April 23, 2022, at the Dolby Theater in Hollywood and will air on Juneteenth, Sunday, June 19, at 7 p.m.
  • Produced by Magic Lemonade Production Company, the gala event will be televised on Bounce, the nation's popular entertainment television network serving African Americans.
  • Founded in 1992 by American Civil Rights leader Xernona Clayton, The Trumpet Awards were acquired by Bounce in 2016.
  • For more information about past honorees, presenters, performers, and information about The Bounce Trumpet Awards visit here.

Caesars Sportsbook Named an Official Sports Betting Partner of the Knicks, Rangers, Madison Square Garden Arena and MSG Networks

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Thursday, November 18, 2021
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Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. (NYSE: MSGS) (MSG Sports) and Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (NYSE: MSGE) (MSG Entertainment) announced today a multi-year marketing partnership with Caesars Sportsbook, an entity of Caesars Entertainment, Inc (NASDAQ: CZR) (Caesars), making Caesars Sportsbook an Official Sports Betting Partner of the New York Knicks, New York Rangers, Madison Square Garden Arena and MSG Networks.

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  • Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. (NYSE: MSGS) (MSG Sports) and Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (NYSE: MSGE) (MSG Entertainment) announced today a multi-year marketing partnership with Caesars Sportsbook, an entity of Caesars Entertainment, Inc (NASDAQ: CZR) (Caesars), making Caesars Sportsbook an Official Sports Betting Partner of the New York Knicks, New York Rangers, Madison Square Garden Arena and MSG Networks.
  • Were thrilled to welcome Caesars Sportsbook - a renowned brand in the sports betting industry to the MSG Sports and MSG Entertainment families, said Ron Skotarczak, Executive Vice President, Marketing Partnerships, MSG Entertainment.
  • In addition, MSG Networks and Caesars Sportsbook will launch a 20-part programming marathon to bring back the hit series, Four Courses with JB Smoove.
  • About Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp.
    Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (MSG Entertainment) is a leader in live entertainment.

Greenwood to Launch New iHeartRadio Podcast “Money Moves”

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Tuesday, October 12, 2021
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Greenwood, the digital banking platform for Black and Latino individuals and business owners, today announced the launch of its iHeartRadio Original Podcast Money Moves .

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  • Greenwood, the digital banking platform for Black and Latino individuals and business owners, today announced the launch of its iHeartRadio Original Podcast Money Moves .
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20211012005408/en/
    Money Moves" podcast powered by Greenwood and hosted by Tanya Sam.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    The announcement of Money Moves follows the launch of Greenwood Studios earlier this year, enabling Greenwood to deliver on its mission to provide tech solutions and content that promote financial inclusion and wellness for the culture.
  • Money Moves is produced by Greenwood Studios and Sunwise Media and is distributed by the iHeartPodcast Network.

Comedian JB Smoove to Host the 25th Annual Art Directors Guild Awards

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Thursday, April 1, 2021
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LOS ANGELES, April 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Actor and comedian JB Smoove, best known for his iconic role as Leon in HBO's "Curb Your Enthusiasm," will host the 25th Annual Art Directors Guild Awards (ADG, IATSE Local 800) on Saturday, April 10, 2021.

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  • LOS ANGELES, April 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Actor and comedian JB Smoove, best known for his iconic role as Leon in HBO's "Curb Your Enthusiasm," will host the 25th Annual Art Directors Guild Awards (ADG, IATSE Local 800) on Saturday, April 10, 2021.
  • "We are thrilled to welcome JB Smoove with his amazing comic sensibility to host the 25th Art Directors Guild Excellence in Production Design Awards.
  • Further inquiries regarding the ADG Awards may be directed to ADG Awards & Events DirectorDebbie Patton at (818)762-9995 or email [email protected] .
  • Connect with the Art Directors Guild on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram .