NJ/NY Gotham FC

RMA of New York Empowers Female Athletes to Thrive, Setting a New Standard for Family-Building while training for the Gold

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Friday, March 22, 2024

Representing New York and New Jersey with top global players, Gotham FC is the reigning 2023 NWSL Champion.

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Representing New York and New Jersey with top global players, Gotham FC is the reigning 2023 NWSL Champion.
RMANY is honored to align with a team that not only supports professional excellence, but also uplifts its community built on acceptance, education, and empowerment.
RMANY looks forward to partnering with teams that take the same level of pride in our standard of care and support for all patients.
RMA of New York is excited to launch partnerships with Gotham FC and New York Liberty, and to cheer for them both on and off the pitch and court."

Gotham FC Announces CarMax as Jersey-Front and Marquee Partner

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

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The new multi-year agreement cements an increased commitment to the club while also increasing brand visibility for CarMax through prominent logo placement on the front of Gotham FC jerseys.

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The new multi-year agreement cements an increased commitment to the club while also increasing brand visibility for CarMax through prominent logo placement on the front of Gotham FC jerseys.
Continuing elements of the long-standing relationship include CarMax as the presenting partner of the Gotham FC Regular Season, presenting partner of the Gotham FC Player of the Match, and a custom content series that takes fans behind-the-scenes.
Gotham FC, CarMax, and the New York Liberty also hosted a “Pass Her The Torch” basketball and soccer clinic for the local community this February.
“With CarMax, our Marquee Partner is already deeply invested in women's sports,” said Nan Vogel, Gotham FC Senior Vice President, Partnerships, In-Game Experience, and Community.

The Women's Sports Foundation Welcomes New President and Six Board of Trustees Members, as it Celebrates its 50th Anniversary

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Thursday, January 11, 2024

NEW YORK, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As of January 1, the Women's Sports Foundation (WSF) is pleased to welcome Paralympian and world record holder in Track & Field, Scout Bassett, as its new president, and also welcomes six members to its Board of Trustees. The new trustees include: Andrea Brimmer, Ally Financial's chief marketing and public relations officer who spearheaded the creation of the Ally brand; Arielle Chambers, mixed-media journalist and founder of Warner Bros. Discovery's HighlightHer who uses her platforms to amplify the voices of women athletes; Ashlyn Harris, two-time Women's World Cup champion who currently serves as global creative advisor for Gotham FC; Katy Knox, former NCAA athlete and president of Bank of America Private Bank who has more than 35 years of financial services experience; Kathleen Kunkler, recently retired Morgan Stanley executive who served as senior vice president, Global Sports and Entertainment director for more than 34 years; and Nicole Jeter West, co-founder of Vanguard Maven Group who has more than 20 years of experience in the sports and entertainment industry. This innovative group of cross-sector professionals join WSF in time for the Foundation's 50th anniversary in 2024 – a year that will honor WSF's role as one of the first organizations to recognize that equality in sport leads to equality in life.

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"Scout is a longtime, valued member of the WSF family, and we are thrilled she is taking over as president," said WSF CEO Danette Leighton.
"We are also delighted to welcome Andrea, Arielle, Ashlyn, Katy, Kathleen and Nicole to our board.
Together, our WSF family will honor our legacy while deepening our impact as we mark this special, 50th anniversary year.
For a complete list of the Women's Sports Foundation's Board of Trustees, please click here .

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.

NATIONAL CYCLING LEAGUE ANNOUNCES NEW CEO

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Thursday, July 6, 2023

MIAMI, July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Cycling League (NCL) has brought on experienced sports veteran Andrea Pagnanelli as Chief Executive Officer.

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MIAMI, July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Cycling League (NCL) has brought on experienced sports veteran Andrea Pagnanelli as Chief Executive Officer.
I am incredibly excited to have her building this league with us and to steer the NCL into our next phase of growth," says Paris Wallace, President & Co-Founder of NCL.
"The National Cycling League is setting a new standard for inclusivity in professional sports by championing diversity.
The league aims to provide opportunities for minority ownership, breaking down barriers that have historically hindered representation in the sport.

Soccer Icon Ali Krieger Announces Plans to Retire after Gotham FC's 2023 NWSL Season

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Thursday, March 23, 2023

HARRISON, N.J., March 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The iconic, long-time U.S. Women's National Team and National Women's Soccer League defender Ali Krieger, who is revered by fans and players for her work on and off the pitch, announced today that the 2023 NWSL season with Gotham FC will be the final chapter of her legendary playing career.

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"I see the 2023 season as an opportunity to celebrate with our fans and my fellow players, but make no mistake – my entire focus is on winning the NWSL championship with Gotham FC," said Krieger.
"In a career filled with blessings, the NWSL title is one of the only trophies I still have yet to win.
To achieve this before our incredible Gotham FC fans will motivate me every day this season."
In her third season as Washington's captain in 2016, Krieger led the Spirit to the NWSL championship game.

Historic Stonewall Inn Kicks off Pride Month with Safe Spaces Certification Launch Event

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Tuesday, May 31, 2022

NEW YORK, May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Stonewall Inn Gives Back Initiative will be holding its annual Pride Kickoff event on June 1st at The Stonewall Inn. This invite only event will run from Inn from 6PM–9PM and will celebrate the launch of The Stonewall Inn Gives Back Initiative Safe Spaces certification program. The Safe Spaces certification was designed by some of the brightest minds from marginalized communities nationwide and is set to commence this June. This certification will identify everything from entertainment venues to food and beverage locations, stores, and much more, as safe spaces for the LGBTQ+ community.

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NEW YORK, May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Stonewall Inn Gives Back Initiative will be holding its annual Pride Kickoff event on June 1st at The Stonewall Inn.
This invite only event will run from Inn from 6PM9PM and will celebrate the launch of The Stonewall Inn Gives Back Initiative Safe Spaces certification program.
The Safe Spaces certification was designed by some of the brightest minds from marginalized communities nationwide and is set to commence this June.
The Historic Stonewall Inn is also considered the birthplace of the modern LGBTQIA+ rights movement and where Pride began.

The Halifax Group Forms Exclusive Partnership with Seasoned IT Executive Ed Nalbandian to Develop Managed Services Platform

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Wednesday, April 20, 2022

Over the past several years, Mr. Nalbandian has consulted on various IT services investment opportunities with Halifax, and through this partnership will now help lead an initiative with the firm to build a managed services platform.

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Over the past several years, Mr. Nalbandian has consulted on various IT services investment opportunities with Halifax, and through this partnership will now help lead an initiative with the firm to build a managed services platform.
"We have known and worked with Ed for quite a while and are pleased to welcome him formally as a Halifax Operating Executive," said David Bard, Partner at Halifax.
Ed's appointment is the next step in our continued investment focus on IT services, highlighted by our recent successful exit of TriMech."
Mr. Nalbandian commented, "I have enjoyed working with the Halifax team and am eager to strengthen our relationship by building a best-in-class managed services business.

Vitamin Angels Partners with National Women's Soccer Stars, Ali Krieger and Ashlyn Harris to Advocate for Maternal Health Equity Worldwide

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Wednesday, March 9, 2022

"Thankfully Sloane was born healthy and we've been making sure to get her the proper nutrition moving forward.

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"Thankfully Sloane was born healthy and we've been making sure to get her the proper nutrition moving forward.
This experience reaffirmed how much we want to help make sure all moms, like Sloane's birth mother, have access to essential nutrition.
"We are thrilled to be working with Ali Krieger and Ashlyn Harris who strongly believe that health is a woman's right, not a privilege," said Howard Schiffer, Vitamin Angels Founder & President.
Founded in 1994, Vitamin Angels is a public health nonprofit working to improve nutrition and health outcomes in low-resource settings worldwide.

Board-Certified Internist and Renowned Professional Sports Team Physician, Dr. Michael S. Farber, Joins RNA Disease Diagnostics’ Advisory Board

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Thursday, September 2, 2021

BALTIMORE, Sept. 02, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RNA Disease Diagnostics, Inc. (RNADD), a company developing a best-in-class molecular diagnostics platform to democratize point-of-care and home-use infectious disease detection, announced today the appointment of Michael S. Farber, M.D.

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BALTIMORE, Sept. 02, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RNA Disease Diagnostics, Inc. (RNADD), a company developing a best-in-class molecular diagnostics platform to democratize point-of-care and home-use infectious disease detection, announced today the appointment of Michael S. Farber, M.D.
A board-certified internist, Dr. Farber is the Medical Director of Executive Health at Hackensack University Medical Center and Assistant Professor of Medicine at Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine.
He is also the Founding Partner of Baker Street Health and Human Performance, a company that integrates health and well-being with optimal performance.
I am energized by this opportunity to contribute to RNADDs Advisory Board at this pivotal time.