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LOBOS 1707 TEQUILA AND MEZCAL ANNOUNCES EXECUTIVE TEAM EXPANSION

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Monday, August 21, 2023

NEW YORK, Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Independent spirits producer Lobos 1707 Tequila and Mezcal announced today that Dia Simms has been appointed to serve as Executive Chairwoman of the Board and will transition from her current role as Chief Executive Officer. In addition, Carlos Vigil, experienced operator and veteran of the spirits industry, has joined the Lobos 1707 wolfpack as President and Chief Operating Officer. Simms helped build and lead Lobos 1707 since its inception in 2020 alongside Founder and Chief Creative Officer, Diego Osorio, with backing from founding investors Main Street Advisors and several of its clients, including sports and cultural icon LeBron James. Vigil joins Lobos 1707 after 15 years of executive leadership at the nation's biggest spirits distributor, Southern Glazers, where he led the company's commercial and digital transformation across sales, service & eCommerce.

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  • "Lobos 1707 has grown tremendously since our launch less than three years ago," said Simms, Executive Chairwoman of Lobos 1707.
  • "Lobos 1707 uniquely sits at the convergence of craft and culture," said Vigil, President and COO of Lobos 1707.
  • Lobos 1707 Tequila has earned numerous accolades within the spirits industry, including the Lobos 1707 Reposado Tequila winning Best in Class at the prestigious San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
  • Lobos 1707 Tequila and Mezcal was conceived not only to revive and share an ancestral recipe, but also to impact culture in a positive and vibrant way.

This Week in Environment News: 11 Stories You Need to See

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Friday, May 26, 2023

NEW YORK, May 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help journalists covering the environment industry stay on top of the week's most newsworthy and popular releases, here's a roundup of stories from the week that shouldn't be missed.

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  • A roundup of the week's most newsworthy environment industry press releases from PR Newswire, including a new eco-luxury resort and PepsiCo's sustainability practices at sporting events.
  • NEW YORK, May 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire.
  • To help journalists covering the environment industry stay on top of the week's most newsworthy and popular releases, here's a roundup of stories from the week that shouldn't be missed.
  • The list below includes the headline (with a link to the full text) and an excerpt from each story.

Billie Eilish, Will Ferrell, Tom Holland, John Legend, Chris Pratt, Keanu Reeves, Olivia Rodrigo, Emma Watson, and more, help lead year 3 of Venture Into Cures which in total has raised over $6 million for EB Research Partnership, to find a cure for Epide

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Thursday, December 1, 2022

The one-hour virtual show was produced by EBRP and Door Knocker Media, with artist booking by one twenty eight.

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  • The one-hour virtual show was produced by EBRP and Door Knocker Media, with artist booking by one twenty eight.
  • "Through the ongoing support of the Venture Into Cures' audience, donors and the patient and medical communities, we will continue to fund the most innovative and impactful global research.
  • Singer/songwriter John Legend,performing an exclusive presentation of his song, "Never Break", in honor of the brave young people and families living with EB.
  • Actor Chris Pratt introduces seven year old EB warrior Solomon Bonner, and shares his story through a mutual love of dinosaurs.

TETAVI PREPARES FOR ITS NEXT GROWTH STAGE WITH NEW INFLUENTIAL INVESTORS AND BRAND IDENTITY: "YOOM"

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, YOOM, the volumetric capture and immersive content company formerly known as Tetavi, has announced a series of actions positioning it as the leader in the creation of content experiences for the Metaverse and Web3. YOOM has received the support of leaders of content and culture, including Jimmy Iovine [Entrepreneur, Co-Founder of Interscope Records and Beats Electronics, among numerous other companies]; Finneas O'Connell [Grammy Award-winning producer, singer and songwriter]; Maverick Carter [CEO of The SpringHill Company]; Justin Lubliner, [CEO of the Darkroom]; and Paul Wachter [Founder, Chairman and CEO of Main Street Advisors].

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  • Additionally, these strategic partners have joined the company's largest existing investors and shareholders, including Insight Partners, Marc Rowan and Aaron Stone, in personal investments totalling $15 million to further YOOM's growth.
  • Since its founding, YOOM has used its cutting-edge volumetric technology to pave the way for the future of immersive and interactive content.
  • YOOM's new funding will enable it to expand its roster of influential talent and top-tier brand partnerships as well as invest more into its production, R&D capabilities and mobile app development.
  • YOOM currently operates studios worldwide and is commercially active in the U.S., Europe, Middle East and APAC.

Kobalt Selects Francisco Partners to Invest In Company’s Next Phase

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Wednesday, September 7, 2022

Kobalt today announced that it has selected leading global technology and media-focused investment firm Francisco Partners (FP) to invest in the business.

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  • Kobalt today announced that it has selected leading global technology and media-focused investment firm Francisco Partners (FP) to invest in the business.
  • Having known the team at Francisco Partners for two years, I am excited to invite them into the Kobalt family.
  • Alongside Francisco Partners, MUSIC and Dundee Partners are also investing in Kobalt.
  • Goldman Sachs served as financial advisor to Kobalt and Raine Group served as financial advisor to Francisco Partners.

Kobalt Partners With Save The Music Foundation

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Wednesday, July 27, 2022

Kobalt today announced they have partnered with the Save the Music Foundation and will sponsor the J Dilla Music Tech Grant.

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  • Kobalt today announced they have partnered with the Save the Music Foundation and will sponsor the J Dilla Music Tech Grant.
  • I am so thankful that Kobalt has supported the growth of a program that is rooted in culturally responsive music education.
  • The Save The Music Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that helps students, schools, and communities reach their full potential through the power of making music.
  • Kobalt is a music and technology company built for artists, songwriters, publishers, and labels as an alternative to the traditional music business model.

FENDER CUSTOM SHOP™ AND ILLUMINATION JOIN FORCES TO CREATE ONE-OF-A-KIND "FENDER® x MINIONS: THE RISE OF GRU" COLLECTION TO SUPPORT FENDER PLAY FOUNDATION™, MUSIC EDUCATION IN LOS ANGELES

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Friday, July 22, 2022

HOLLYWOOD, Calif., July 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Fender Custom Shop™ (FCS) and The Fender Play Foundation™ (FPF) today announced the "Fender® x Minions: The Rise of Gru" Collection in collaboration with legendary animation studio Illumination and its recent release of Minions: The Rise of Gru. To continue supporting the Foundation's efforts to equip, educate and inspire the next generation of players, all proceeds from the sales of the Minions: The Rise of Gru inspired instruments will support the FPF's music education programs with elementary and middle school students in Los Angeles. With the otherworldly creativity of Illumination designers, Fender Custom Shop Master Builders built one-of-a-kind instruments inspired by the beloved Minions universe and the importance of music to the franchise. Each creation was thoughtfully crafted in a collaborative effort to create stunning, unique, and endearing guitars that will be loved for many years to come. The collection of bespoke, master-built guitars, bass and ukulele are available for purchase globally. Information on how to buy any model is available on fender.com or by contacting [email protected]

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  • With the otherworldly creativity of Illumination designers, Fender Custom Shop Master Builders built one-of-a-kind instruments inspired by the beloved Minions universe and the importance of music to the franchise.
  • Together, we are harnessing the power and creativity of our movies and characters to help expand equitable access to music and arts education for all."
  • Fender x Minions: The Rise of Gru Collection includes:
    Masterbuilt by Kyle McMillin, the custom Minions Stratocaster guitar is a Dakota Red guitar outfitted with unique fret markers and pearl inlays.
  • Thorn commented on his Otto's Moon Bass guitar: "The Illumination team is an incredibly talented group of artists and designers.

Ariana Grande, Miley Cyrus, Billie Eilish, Kendall Jenner, Selena Gomez, Olivia Rodrigo, Megan Thee Stallion, Shawn Mendes, Camila Cabello, Demi Lovato, Halsey, Hailey Bieber, Camila Mendes, Lili Reinhart, Madelaine Petsch, Karlie Kloss...

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Friday, May 13, 2022

These young artists are encouraging their fans to join them in speaking out in support of the right to access sexual and reproductive health care, including abortion.

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  • These young artists are encouraging their fans to join them in speaking out in support of the right to access sexual and reproductive health care, including abortion.
  • The celebrity-endorsed Bans Off Our Bodies ad runs in advance of tomorrow's May 14 Bans Off Our Bodies Day of Action.
  • Hundreds of thousands of people are expected to turn out for rallies, marches, and events across the country in support of abortion rights.
  • The events are being organized by Planned Parenthood organizations, Womens March, UltraViolet, MoveOn, Liberate Abortion, SEIU and other national partners.

Introducing Eilish™, the debut fragrance from Billie Eilish

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Wednesday, May 11, 2022

MONTREAL, May 11, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Prestilux is happy to announce that Eilish, the debut fragrance from Billie Eilish, is now available in Canada.

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  • MONTREAL, May 11, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Prestilux is happy to announce that Eilish, the debut fragrance from Billie Eilish, is now available in Canada.
  • - Billie Eilish
    Billie has been obsessed with scent her entire life, from a fascination with perfume bottles as a child to collecting hundreds of fragrances as she toured the world.
  • Eilish is a captivating Amber Gourmand that attracts you with a warm, cozy scent that feels like home no matter where you are.
  • Since the release of her debut single ocean eyes in 2015, Eilish continues to shatter the ceiling of music with her genre-defying sound.

Howard Stern To Close Out 2021 With Star-Studded Week on SiriusXM's The Howard Stern Show

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Thursday, December 9, 2021

Howard Stern is regularly credited as the best interviewer in the business for his deep, wide-ranging long-form discussions with legends of entertainment.

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  • Howard Stern is regularly credited as the best interviewer in the business for his deep, wide-ranging long-form discussions with legends of entertainment.
  • The Howard Stern ShowWeek of December 13 Schedule:
    Billie Eilish Interview and Performance9:00 am ET Monday, December 13.
  • Later in December,listeners will also be able to tune in to a special Howard Stern Best of 2021 on SiriusXM's Howard 100 and Howard 101.
  • The Howard Stern Best of 2021 will air Monday, December 20 through Friday, December 31 on Howard 100 and Howard 101 via satellite and on the SXM App.