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US WOMEN'S NATIONAL TEAM CAPTAIN LINDSEY HORAN PARTNERS WITH CURREX INSOLES

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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The CURREX team is thrilled to announce the official sponsorship of USWNT Captain Lindsey Horan.

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  • The CURREX team is thrilled to announce the official sponsorship of USWNT Captain Lindsey Horan.
  • As a CURREX sponsored athlete, Horan will exhibit the use of the CURREX CLEATPRO insoles, dynamic insoles made for cleated footwear to enhance performance, improve fit, and help prevent injuries.
  • "We're excited to welcome Lindsey Horan to the CURREX team," the CURREX Director of Marketing Stephen Pifer stated.
  • The CURREX team expects the CLEATPRO insoles to help Horan with more successes in her career, providing unparalleled comfort and support.

Stagwell's (STGW) Sport Beach Activation Will Return to Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity 2024 with Icons Megan Rapinoe, Sue Bird, Carmelo Anthony, Hélio Castroneves, Justin Jefferson and More Confirmed to Attend

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Monday, February 5, 2024
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NEW YORK and CANNES, France, Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW), the challenger network built to transform marketing, unveiled today the initial athlete and brand partners confirmed to activate at Sport Beach 2024 (June 17–20), the flagship sports business destination at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity (Cannes Lions). In 2023, Sport Beach was built for brands, platforms and athletes to tap into the cultural zeitgeist of sport and explore the power of fandom. It was the first time these groups converged at Cannes Lions to explore the dynamic culture of sports business, and to great success – with nearly 40 athletes and drawing over 5,000 people.

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  • Sport Beach 2024, which moves to La Plage du Festival, will build on last year's success at Cannes Lions.
  • As part of this track, Sue and Megan will host a live edition of their podcast "A Touch More" from Sport Beach.
  • These discussions and activations at Sport Beach reflect a broader trend of athletes venturing into entrepreneurship, specifically within lifestyle industries.
  • Justin Jefferson (football) – A renowned NFL wide receiver and budding icon, Justin Jefferson has quickly become a household name.

Trusaic Honored as a Silver Medal Winner at The 3rd Annual Anthem Awards

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Trusaic announced today that it is a Silver Medal Winner in The 3rd Annual Anthem Awards, which honors purpose- and mission-driven work, for the company's partnership with USWNT soccer icon and human rights advocate, Megan Rapinoe. Trusaic's alliance with Rapinoe, who serves as the company's Chief Equality Officer, was recognized for Best Influencer Collaboration. Winners for the 3rd Annual Anthem Awards were announced on Tuesday, January 30th, 2024. View Trusaic's award-winning work here.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Trusaic announced today that it is a Silver Medal Winner in The 3rd Annual Anthem Awards, which honors purpose- and mission-driven work, for the company's partnership with USWNT soccer icon and human rights advocate, Megan Rapinoe.
  • Winners for the 3rd Annual Anthem Awards were announced on Tuesday, January 30th, 2024.
  • "Since launching the Anthem Awards in 2021, we've seen incredible change and growth in the impact sector," says Anthem Awards General Manager Patricia McLoughlin.
  • "The work that we have received in the 3rd Annual Anthem Awards is game-changing.

TIAA, Wyclef Jean, and Hip-Hop Stars Launch New Track, "Paper Right," to Spotlight Gaps in Retirement Savings and Generational Wealth

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Friday, January 12, 2024
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NEW YORK, Jan. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Too many Americans are not on track to reach a financially secure retirement. This is especially true for younger generations preparing to enter the workforce or who are starting their careers. In fact, 41% of young adults between ages 24 and 35 do not take advantage of or contribute to their employer sponsored retirement plan. Yet many remain unaware of the extent of the problem–until now. To get people listening, TIAA, a leading provider of secure retirements, teamed up with some of hip-hop's biggest names to create an anthem that spotlights savings and retirement gaps while also combatting them.

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  • In fact, 41% of young adults between ages 24 and 35 do not take advantage of or contribute to their employer sponsored retirement plan.
  • Hip-hop has a long and storied history of shining a light on challenges disproportionately impacting Black Americans.
  • "Paper Right" sparks essential conversations around retirement and encourages action to help close retirement gaps, improve financial education and literacy, and retire inequality for good.
  • Lynette Khalfani-Cox, Sean Bankhead, Fe Noel, Wyclef and Flau'jae joined TIAA's Legacy Makers Booth, inspiring attendees to create their legacies.

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
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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 .

Snap Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2023 Financial Results

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
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Restructuring charges in the third quarter of 2023 were $18.6 million, composed primarily of cash severance and stock-based compensation expenses.

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  • Restructuring charges in the third quarter of 2023 were $18.6 million, composed primarily of cash severance and stock-based compensation expenses.
  • Snap Inc. will host a conference call to discuss the results at 2:30 p.m. Pacific / 5:30 p.m. Eastern today.
  • We calculate average Monthly Active Users for a particular quarter by calculating the average of the MAUs as of each calendar month-end in that quarter.
  • Note: For adjustments and additional information regarding the non-GAAP financial measures and other items discussed, please see “Non-GAAP Financial Measures,” “Reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP Financial Measures,” and “Supplemental Financial Information and Business Metrics.”

SeattleFWC26 Kicks Off a Transformational Journey with 1,000 Days Until the FIFA World Cup 26™ Final Game

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Monday, October 23, 2023
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SEATTLE, Oct. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As the world eagerly anticipates the World Cup 26™ Final Game, SeattleFWC will redefine the legacy of this global sporting extravaganza. Today marks 1,000 days until the World Cup 26™ Final Game, location TBD, and SeattleFWC26 has already set in motion a series of groundbreaking initiatives poised to leave an indelible mark on the city and state. The significance of this momentous announcement has been echoed by FIFA, underscoring the profound influence of the upcoming World Cup games on host communities and the world at large.

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  • SEATTLE, Oct. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As the world eagerly anticipates the World Cup 26™ Final Game, SeattleFWC will redefine the legacy of this global sporting extravaganza.
  • Today marks 1,000 days until the World Cup 26™ Final Game, location TBD, and SeattleFWC26 has already set in motion a series of groundbreaking initiatives poised to leave an indelible mark on the city and state.
  • The significance of this momentous announcement has been echoed by FIFA, underscoring the profound influence of the upcoming World Cup games on host communities and the world at large.
  • Lisa Chin, the newly announced Chief Legacy Officer for SeattleFWC26, exudes excitement for the long-term opportunities that extend far beyond the final whistle of the 2026 World Cup.

TOCA and FC Dallas Youth Announce Player Development Partnership

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023
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COSTA MESA, Calif., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TOCA, the world's leading tech-enabled soccer experiences company and largest operator of indoor soccer training centers in North America, today announced a partnership with the FC Dallas Youth Soccer Club to develop the next generation of soccer players.

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  • As part of this multi-year deal, TOCA will install its proprietary training technology in the UMB Bank Performance Center, home to FC Dallas Youth, in Frisco, Texas.
  • The technology will be used for professional player development and on-site evaluation for youth players.
  • The partners will also co-develop team training programs for youth players that will be operated in all TOCA Soccer Training Centers in Dallas.
  • I am delighted by the endorsement of FC Dallas Youth, a premier youth soccer club," said TOCA founder and two-time USMNT player Eddie Lewis.

Allstate Debuts Coaching Mural to Develop Youth Soccer Players

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023
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Allstate in partnership with the U.S. Soccer Federation, unveiled an interactive art piece that provides soccer coaching to aspiring youth players.

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  • Allstate in partnership with the U.S. Soccer Federation, unveiled an interactive art piece that provides soccer coaching to aspiring youth players.
  • The Coaching Mural is an instructional art installation that guides players through an assortment of soccer drills and techniques including shooting, passing and proper foot positioning.
  • Building on an existing relationship, Allstate worked with Black Star to create the mural with the goal of providing access to soccer training to all youth.
  • “We’re investing in resources that will help young players develop their skills, such as giving them easier access to coaching.

UKG: Millions of Americans Will Miss Work to Watch Women’s World Cup

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Monday, July 31, 2023
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The survey was conducted on behalf of UKG by The Harris Poll among 1,154 employed Americans.

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  • The survey was conducted on behalf of UKG by The Harris Poll among 1,154 employed Americans.
  • In fact, more than a third (38%) of employed Americans say they’d rather watch the Women’s World Cup than the Men’s World Cup.
  • Press and fellow two-time Women’s World Cup champion Tobin Heath will be hosting The RE—CAP Show: World Cup Edition throughout the tournament to provide an unfiltered, humorous, and inside look at the 2023 Women’s World Cup.
  • As for the impact the Women’s World Cup games may have on work, UKG survey findings highlight the need for organizations to prepare for possible staffing challenges and other workplace distractions.