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BrokerTech Ventures Accelerator Opens for 2024 Cohort Applications

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

DES MOINES, Iowa, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BrokerTech Ventures (BTV), the industry's first broker-led convening platform and accelerator program, has opened the application window for its 2024 BrokerTech Ventures Accelerator program.

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  • DES MOINES, Iowa, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BrokerTech Ventures (BTV) , the industry's first broker-led convening platform and accelerator program, has opened the application window for its 2024 BrokerTech Ventures Accelerator program.
  • "It's hard to image this will be our fifth cohort, but I'm just as excited as I was in year one to see these startups dramatically change with the help of BTV," said John Jackovin, BrokerTech Ventures Accelerator Executive Director .
  • Subsequently, the cohort will begin the five-week Accelerator program in April 2024.
  • If you would like to arrange a media interview to discuss the BTV Accelerator or other BTV activities, please email Susan Hatten, BrokerTech Ventures Chief Operating Officer, at [email protected] .

Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli Selects CommScope’s RUCKUS Networks as Wi-Fi Official Supplier

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Wednesday, May 10, 2023

Elite sailing team Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli has selected RUCKUS Networks as its Wi-Fi official supplier for the second consecutive race as it seeks to qualify for the 37th America’s Cup.

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  • Elite sailing team Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli has selected RUCKUS Networks as its Wi-Fi official supplier for the second consecutive race as it seeks to qualify for the 37th America’s Cup.
  • The Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli team will rely on the RUCKUS Wi-Fi network to carry data from onboard sensors and devices to a local server and to their support boats.
  • “CommScope and RUCKUS Networks are thrilled to be continuing our collaboration with the Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli team.
  • With the America’s Cup being held in Barcelona, the Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli team will have to move its boats and base of operations from its headquarters in Italy to Spain.

The Op Games | Usaopoly Launches MONOPOLY: Original Squishmallows Collector's Edition

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022

CARLSBAD, Calif., Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Usaopoly (The Op Games), the board game and puzzle publisher behind iconic licensed games and best-selling party games Telestrations®, Blank Slate™, and Hues and Cues™, along with global branded entertainment leader Hasbro, Inc (NASDAQ: HAS), today launched the plush-inspired version of a classic game with MONOPOLY®: Original Squishmallows™ Collector's Edition, taking the in-demand license to the tabletop for the first time. As a great gift for any fan who wants to squish, collect, and squad up with Original Squishmallows, the game features an exclusive collectible 4" Squishmallows Cam the Cat Plush which can only be found in the game. 

Key Points: 
  • "We love the opportunity to merge two beloved properties into a game that people will love, which is why we're so excited to launch MONOPOLY: Original Squishmallows,"said Dane Chapin, CEO of The Op Games.
  • The Op, also known as Usaopoly, is a family entertainment company and leading publisher and manufacturer of board games and puzzles for over 25 years!
  • The Op Games continues to partner with marquee brands and licensors such as Hasbro, Disney, Marvel, Nintendo, Warner Bros., and Nickelodeon.
  • The Op Games is passionate about bringing family, friends, and fans together to create memorable experiences through play!

BrokerTech Ventures Accelerator Opens for 2023 Cohort Applications

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Tuesday, November 1, 2022

DES MOINES, Iowa, Nov. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BrokerTech Ventures (BTV), the industry's first broker-led convening platform and accelerator program, has opened the application window for its 2023 BrokerTech Ventures Accelerator program.

Key Points: 
  • DES MOINES, Iowa, Nov. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BrokerTech Ventures (BTV) , the industry's first broker-led convening platform and accelerator program, has opened the application window for its 2023 BrokerTech Ventures Accelerator program.
  • "There isn't anything that can accelerate a startup more than distribution, and that is exactly what the BrokerTech Ventures Accelerator does," said John Jackovin, BrokerTech Ventures Accelerator Executive Director .
  • Subsequently, the cohort will begin the five-week Accelerator program in April 2023.
  • If you would like to arrange a media interview to discuss the BTV Accelerator or other BTV activities, please email Susan Hatten, BrokerTech Ventures Chief Operating Officer, at [email protected] .

BrokerTech Ventures Accelerator Opens for 2022 Cohort Applications

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Monday, November 15, 2021

DES MOINES, Iowa, Nov. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- BrokerTech Ventures (BTV) , the industry's first broker-led convening platform and accelerator program focused on delivering innovation to the insurance broker industry, has opened the application window for its 2022 BrokerTech Ventures Accelerator program.

Key Points: 
  • DES MOINES, Iowa, Nov. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- BrokerTech Ventures (BTV) , the industry's first broker-led convening platform and accelerator program focused on delivering innovation to the insurance broker industry, has opened the application window for its 2022 BrokerTech Ventures Accelerator program.
  • "With the third cohort, I believe we can expect new insurtech solutions with greater influence and even more diversity of thought for the industry.
  • Subsequently, the cohort will begin the five-week Accelerator program in April 2022.
  • Based in the insurance nucleus of Des Moines, Iowa, BrokerTech Ventures (BTV) is the first broker-led convening platform focused on delivering innovation to the insurance broker industry.

Squishmallows Thanks Fans For Reaching 100 Million Milestone Mark

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Tuesday, October 12, 2021

Organic Squishmallows content has generated nearly five billion video views on TikTok and @squishmallows (and related hashtags) have been tagged in more than one million Instagram posts.

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  • Organic Squishmallows content has generated nearly five billion video views on TikTok and @squishmallows (and related hashtags) have been tagged in more than one million Instagram posts.
  • The Squishmallows social media channels have ballooned to more than 700,000 followers and nearly 100 global and local Facebook groups have been created by fans.
  • Over 1,000 Squishmallows characters ranging from two to 24-inches in size have gained the attention of bona fide Squishmallows fans in more than 40 countries.
  • For full details on Squishmallows' 100 millionth milestone celebration, visit https://squishmallows.com/GetGoldenHans/
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