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Actify to Host Program Launch Panel at MEMA Vehicle Supplier Conference

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Thursday, October 19, 2023

Actify, the leading provider of visualization and program management solutions for the automotive supply chain, today announced their panel session at the MEMA Annual Vehicle Supplier Conference, “Accelerating Launch Processes Out of the ICE Age.” The panel will feature executives from Plante Moran, Modineer and Actify, and will be moderated by Jason Stein, host of the Cars & Culture and MEMA Automotive Insiders Podcast.

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  • Actify, the leading provider of visualization and program management solutions for the automotive supply chain, today announced their panel session at the MEMA Annual Vehicle Supplier Conference, “Accelerating Launch Processes Out of the ICE Age.” The panel will feature executives from Plante Moran, Modineer and Actify, and will be moderated by Jason Stein, host of the Cars & Culture and MEMA Automotive Insiders Podcast.
  • “OEMs are not simply building different vehicles, they are building vehicles differently,” said David Opsahl, CEO at Actify and panel participant.
  • “The introduction of skateboard platforms and simplification initiatives are disrupting the parameters for supplier success.
  • To register for the conference, visit https://www.mema.org/vsc
    To learn more about Actify Automotive Program Management solutions, visit https://actify.com/solutions/automotive-program-management/ .

THE BLACK PROMOTERS COLLECTIVE ANNOUNCES THE "STRAIGHT JOKES, NO CHASER COMEDY TOUR" IN PARTNERSHIP WITH URBAN VIBE ENTERTAINMENT

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Wednesday, January 18, 2023

NEW YORK, Jan. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In partnership with Urban Vibe Entertainment, The Black Promoters Collective is happy to announce their first Comedy tour, "Straight Jokes, No Chaser Comedy Tour." The event hosted by Mike Epps features standup comedy greats Cedric The Entertainer, Earthquake, D.L. Hughley, and DC Young Fly. Selling out arenas with their R&B tours this past year, the collective is now expanding its promotion into the comedy industry with this 23-city tour. The tour starts on Saturday, March 4, in Indianapolis, IN, and ends on Saturday, May 27, in Las Vegas, NV.

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  • HUGHLEY, EARTHQUAKE, AND DC YOUNG FLY
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    NEW YORK, Jan. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In partnership with Urban Vibe Entertainment, The Black Promoters Collective is happy to announce their first Comedy tour, "Straight Jokes, No Chaser Comedy Tour."
  • Selling out arenas with their R&B tours this past year, the collective is now expanding its promotion into the comedy industry with this 23-city tour.
  • The tour starts on Saturday, March 4, in Indianapolis, IN, and ends on Saturday, May 27, in Las Vegas, NV.
  • Actor and comedian Mike Epps has been known to bring down the house with non-stop laughter for his unforgettable nights of comedy.

New John P. McGovern Hall of the Americas to Present Belongings, Stories of Native Peoples

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Monday, September 12, 2022

In my lifetime, I have seen a significant shift in how our peoples are treated by museum curators and academics, with a new focus on centering Native perspectives.

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  • In my lifetime, I have seen a significant shift in how our peoples are treated by museum curators and academics, with a new focus on centering Native perspectives.
  • The Houston Museum of Natural Science has led the way in this regard, by inviting Native tribes into true partnerships.
  • Demonstrating the Museums desire for collaboration and willingness to seek guidance, the Council represents Indigenous peoples from across the Americas.
  • The John P. McGovern Hall of the Americas opens Sept. 24, 2022 at the Houston Museum of Natural Science.

New exhibition Behind Racism: Challenging the Way We Think now open at the Ontario Science Centre

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Wednesday, February 23, 2022

Designed and fabricated by the Ontario Science Centre in partnership with the Canadian Race Relations Foundation (CRRF), Behind Racism: Challenging the Way We Think shows how the mental processes that help us think and act quickly can lead to racism and discrimination.

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  • Designed and fabricated by the Ontario Science Centre in partnership with the Canadian Race Relations Foundation (CRRF), Behind Racism: Challenging the Way We Think shows how the mental processes that help us think and act quickly can lead to racism and discrimination.
  • Debuting at the Ontario Science Centre, this compelling exhibition examines racism in Canada and encourages visitors to recognize bias, challenge discrimination and appreciate our differences.
  • Behind Racism: Challenging the Way We Think is now open and runs until April 24, 2022.
  • "We believe Behind Racism: Challenging the Way We Think will spark important conversations that can result in meaningful change."

Voice of the Glaciers Documentary Proves Climate Change is Real with 100-Year Photos of Disappearing Glaciers

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Monday, November 8, 2021

"We're the first generation to feel the devastating effects of climate change," said Voice of the Glaciers award-winning filmmaker and professional adventurer Sindre Kolbjrnsgard.

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  • "We're the first generation to feel the devastating effects of climate change," said Voice of the Glaciers award-winning filmmaker and professional adventurer Sindre Kolbjrnsgard.
  • "Some people don't believe climate change is real because they don't see it, but here's the evidence."
  • Voice of the Glaciers is probably the most well-documented expedition on Svalbard showing how climate change is affecting glaciers on the island," said Kolbjrnsgard.
  • There also needs to be more real stories like his documentary showing how people living on the island are dealing with climate change.

Marina Kosten joins StoryFit as Head of Research & Strategy

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Thursday, September 2, 2021

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- StoryFit is thrilled to announce Marina Kosten, Senior Fellow at Center for the Digital Future at USC Annenberg, as a new Head of Research & Strategy.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Sept. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- StoryFit is thrilled to announce Marina Kosten, Senior Fellow at Center for the Digital Future at USC Annenberg, as a new Head of Research & Strategy.
  • Kosten's depth of entertainment experience, including more than a decade with 20th Century Fox, uniquely positions her to expand StoryFit's understanding of audience strategy.
  • "By combining AI-powered data analysis with deep human understanding and strategy, StoryFit is best-positioned to deliver actionable insights to serve the entire entertainment ecosystem."
  • "At StoryFit, providing strategic audience insights is core to finding success for our entertainment clients," Monica Landers, StoryFit Founder & CEO, said.

Jeremy Shada and Junko Takeuchi Join over 120 Actors to Bring Cookie Run: Kingdom to Life

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Thursday, September 2, 2021

The Japanese version of the mobile app launches today, with the English-language version coming on October 8, 2021.

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  • The Japanese version of the mobile app launches today, with the English-language version coming on October 8, 2021.
  • In addition to top voice acting talent, 10 well-known influencers, including OJ Gaming and InquisitorMaster, were also selected.
  • Each of the English and Japanese-speaking actors and influencers will play a unique Cookie character, with its own dedicated story, personality, and skills, reflecting the game's dedication to diversity and inclusion.
  • Devsisters is the creator of classic running games, including OvenBreak (2009), Cookie Run: OvenBreak (2016), and Cookie Run: Kingdom (2021); which have reached over 150 million total downloads.

Cedric The Entertainer & Patrick Ney Deliver Irreverent Wine Education In Spirits Network's Wine Uncorked Series

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Wednesday, September 1, 2021

Patrick Ney states: "Wine is often intimidating because of complicated wine jargon and its terminology.

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  • Patrick Ney states: "Wine is often intimidating because of complicated wine jargon and its terminology.
  • "Creating Wine Uncorked with Patrick Ney, Kala Entertainment and Spirits Network was a refreshing experience," said Cedric.
  • Nick Buzzell, Founder & CEO of Spirits Network, adds: "We're excited to work with Patrick Ney and Cedric The Entertainer on Spirits Network's inaugural wine series.
  • After certification, Patrick decided to infuse the GuildSomm's style of wine education with a bit of stand-up to make wine education even more fun and approachable.