Potential National Hockey League expansion

OMERS to invest US$400 Million for an indirect 5% stake in Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE)

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Monday, November 6, 2023

TORONTO, Nov. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OMERS, one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans, is acquiring a 5% indirect stake in Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (“MLSE”) for US$400 million (~C$546.8 million) through a 20% direct stake in Kilmer Sports Inc. (“KSI”), owned by MLSE Chair Larry Tanenbaum.

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  • TORONTO, Nov. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OMERS, one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans, is acquiring a 5% indirect stake in Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (“MLSE”) for US$400 million (~C$546.8 million) through a 20% direct stake in Kilmer Sports Inc. (“KSI”), owned by MLSE Chair Larry Tanenbaum.
  • “Now with this investment by OMERS, I’m thrilled to be sharing this public trust with over 600,000 hard-working Ontarians.
  • In 1998, Tanenbaum was instrumental in the formation of MLSE, the pre-eminent leader in delivering top quality sports and entertainment experiences.
  • OMERS will be a financial investor and will not participate in operational decisions of MLSE or any of its teams.

THE HOWARD HUGHES CORPORATION® APPOINTS FRANK STEPHAN PRESIDENT OF THE NEVADA REGION TO OVERSEE ACCLAIMED SUMMERLIN® COMMUNITY

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023

LAS VEGAS, March 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Howard Hughes Corporation® (NYSE: HHC) announced today that Frank Stephan has been named President of the company's Nevada region, where he will oversee the acclaimed Summerlin® master planned community in Las Vegas. Stephan succeeds long-time regional president Kevin Orrock, who has played a key role in the growth and success of the community since its inception. Orrock will remain with Howard Hughes as a senior advisor.

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  • LAS VEGAS, March 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Howard Hughes Corporation ® (NYSE: HHC) announced today that Frank Stephan has been named President of the company's Nevada region, where he will oversee the acclaimed Summerlin® master planned community in Las Vegas.
  • Stephan succeeds long-time regional president Kevin Orrock, who has played a key role in the growth and success of the community since its inception.
  • "I am honored to join the exceptional team at Howard Hughes that has developed Summerlin into one of our country's most desirable locations," said Stephan.
  • "I look forward to helping Summerlin continue on its path of unparalleled success in the Nevada region and providing the extraordinary quality of life that is emblematic of every Howard Hughes community."

GameOn Technology Taps the New York Islanders, Ushering the NHL Further into the World of Chat

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The New York Islanders and GameOn Technology, the developers of the industry leading conversational AI experience, announced today that the official team chat application is now available on Facebook Messenger ahead of the franchise's 50thanniversary season. The service allows Islanders fans to chat real time with the team, getting news and insights directly from the source. 

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  • The service allows Islanders fans to chat real time with the team, getting news and insights directly from the source.
  • "This new chat application will give fans a deep dive into the Islanders world while letting them personalize their experience.
  • This new chat application is an extension of GameOn Technology's relationship with the NHL with the company having launched the official chat application for the league in May 2019.
  • GameOn has been recognized for its work in the tech and sports space receiving accolades from outlets including Fast Company and the Sports Technology Awards.

Smartsheet Helps Climate Pledge Arena and the Seattle Kraken Stay Ahead in the Fast-moving Sports and Entertainment Industry

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Wednesday, September 21, 2022

The arena is also home to the National Hockey Leagues newest team, the Seattle Kraken, who played their first season in 2021.

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  • The arena is also home to the National Hockey Leagues newest team, the Seattle Kraken, who played their first season in 2021.
  • For example:
    Using Smartsheet, Climate Pledge Arena marketing has streamlined and automated its event management and ticket sales processes.
  • Climate Pledge Arena is now exploring rolling out Smartsheet to additional departments to drive new efficiencies for the organization as a whole.
  • In addition to being a key technology provider, Smartsheet is also an official presenting partner for Climate Pledge Arena and the Seattle Kraken and the title partner for the Community Rink at Kraken Community Iceplex in Seattle.

Citizens Is Now the Official Bank of the New York Giants, New Jersey Devils, and Prudential Center

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Monday, July 25, 2022

The Prudential Center tower on the corner of Mulberry Street and Edison Place in Newark will be rebranded as the Citizens Tower.

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  • The Prudential Center tower on the corner of Mulberry Street and Edison Place in Newark will be rebranded as the Citizens Tower.
  • In addition, the Citizens brand will be featured and visible at games as well as on team broadcast, digital and social channels.
  • Once complete, the bank will have more than 200 branches located in greater New York City, Long Island, and throughout New Jersey.
  • For more information about Prudential Center, visit PruCenter.com and follow the arena on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram @PruCenter.

SEATTLE KRAKEN ANNOUNCE FUND TO HONOR COMMUNITY EXCELLENCE

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Tuesday, May 24, 2022

SEATTLE, May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Seattle Kraken announced that they will honor and celebrate a community hero and a non-profit of their choice with a grant of $32,000 at every Kraken regular season home game, starting next season.

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  • SEATTLE, May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Seattle Kraken announced that they will honor and celebrate a community hero and a non-profit of their choice with a grant of $32,000 at every Kraken regular season home game, starting next season.
  • The Kraken Unity Fund Together with Starbucks marks the evolution of the highly successful Starbucks Community Stars program, introduced during the team's inaugural season.
  • "Welcoming the Starbucks Community Stars honorees to our games this season has created many magical moments," said Seattle Kraken CEO Tod Leiweke.
  • The Seattle Kraken are the National Hockey League's newest franchise, heading into their second season playing at Climate Pledge Arena.

“I and love and you” Donates More Than Three Million Meals to Rescue Shelters and Pet Food Banks Nationwide

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Saturday, April 30, 2022

I and love and you, maker of premium, holistic pet food and treats, today announced, on National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day, a major milestone a total donation of more than three million meals to-date for animal welfare organizations nationwide including rescue shelters and pet food banks.

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  • I and love and you, maker of premium, holistic pet food and treats, today announced, on National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day, a major milestone a total donation of more than three million meals to-date for animal welfare organizations nationwide including rescue shelters and pet food banks.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220430005004/en/
    National Hockey League's Colorado Avalanche mascot Bernie the St. Bernard holds "I and love and you" donated pet food bags over their shoulder at the donation day events.
  • I and love and you believes food is the ultimate love language, and that the best food should be available to all pets to reciprocate their unconditional love.
  • I and love and you can be found at retailers nationwide or online at iandloveandyou.com , Amazon, Chewy, and more.

JPI Sells Three Multifamily Assets in Anaheim’s Platinum Triangle

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Thursday, April 7, 2022

JPI, a leader in the development of Class A multi-family communities, announced today the transition of three assets in Anaheims prestigious Platinum Triangle area.

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  • JPI, a leader in the development of Class A multi-family communities, announced today the transition of three assets in Anaheims prestigious Platinum Triangle area.
  • REVO was the result of a joint venture between JPI and MORE Residential, the second development-and-pre-sale agreement between the two firms.
  • We are proud of the results the two partnerships yielded for GCF, MORE, JPI, and the residents of these three top-quality assets.
  • JPI is a national developer, builder, and investment manager of Class A multifamily assets across the U.S., with over 5,000 apartment homes under construction.

National Hockey League Team Seattle Kraken, Climate Pledge Arena Use UKG Pro to Achieve Business Goals, Support DE&I Strategy

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Wednesday, April 6, 2022

The Kraken organization includes the professional hockey team and the publicly accessible Kraken Community Iceplex.

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  • The Kraken organization includes the professional hockey team and the publicly accessible Kraken Community Iceplex.
  • Climate Pledge Arena is the home of the Kraken, the WNBA Seattle Storm, and concerts and live entertainment.
  • As a new franchise, the Kraken moved from manual processes to Pro as part of its growth.
  • As a professional arena, Climate Pledge Arena employs over 1,000 part-time employees in guest services, security, ticketing, hospitality, and operations.

Orange Comet Teams Up with the Seattle Kraken to Create Exclusive NFTs Commemorating Inaugural NHL Season

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Monday, December 13, 2021

The Seattle Kraken, the NHL's 32nd franchise, kicked off its inaugural season in October with record breaking season ticket and merchandise sales.

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  • The Seattle Kraken, the NHL's 32nd franchise, kicked off its inaugural season in October with record breaking season ticket and merchandise sales.
  • The inaugural collection will comprise of seven innovative, mysterious, and intense designs capturing the essence of the Kraken brand.
  • Fans can register on the Orange Comet site directly for the Seattle Kraken NFT drop.
  • "The Seattle Kraken have done an incredible job creating compelling imagery to visually represent their brand," said Dave Broome, CEO of Orange Comet.