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In Honor of the Most Iconic Night in Music, GBK Brand Bar Produces & Curates the 'Backstage Artist Lounge' During Rehearsals of the 38th Annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

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Sunday, November 5, 2023
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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- GBK Brand Bar hosted a three-day luxury gifting and charitable experience to celebrate music's highest honor.
  • During the backstage rehearsals, artists signed a Vespa Sprint 50cc in all-white, a Foo Fighters Pro Stern pinball machine and a custom mixed media painting by Jennifer Contini to be auctioned off for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation.
  • Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductee, Chaka Khan unveiled "Chaka by Chaka Khan," her debut unisex fragrance personally curated to capture essence from within.
  • In the spirit of giving back, GBK Brand Bar auctioned off a backstage experience for three lucky guests to be treated like a celebrity for the day to benefit the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation.

PHIT America Welcomes Two New Members to Its National Board

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Thursday, November 2, 2023
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"The moment I met Aubrey and Eric I knew they would become important additions to our Board," said Baugh. "These gentlemen have the knowledge and networks we need to impact millions of kids. Their passion for kids' fitness and health, and the fact that they are leaders in key areas impacted by the 'Inactivity Pandemic' -- military and sports – make them both ideal board members."

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  • WASHINGTON, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- PHIT America president Jim Baugh today announced the addition of two new members to its board of directors.
  • The latest business leaders added to PHIT's board include retired Marine Gunnery Sergeant Aubrey McDade and retired NFL player Eric Swann.
  • "The moment I met Aubrey and Eric I knew they would become important additions to our Board," said Baugh.
  • PHIT America is led by Sports Industry and Tennis Industry Hall of Fame Inductee, and former President of Wilson Sporting Goods, Jim Baugh .

5 Student Teams' Innovations Win 2023 Collegiate Inventors Competition

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023
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"The Collegiate Inventors Competition showcases the next generation of game changers — young inventors who demonstrate an innovative mindset that empowers them to solve the world's greatest challenges," said National Inventors Hall of Fame CEO Michael Oister.

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  • "The Collegiate Inventors Competition showcases the next generation of game changers — young inventors who demonstrate an innovative mindset that empowers them to solve the world's greatest challenges," said National Inventors Hall of Fame CEO Michael Oister.
  • "These student teams earned the opportunity this week to meet and learn directly from our nation's greatest innovators — the Inductees of the National Inventors Hall of Fame."
  • Established in 1990, the Collegiate Inventors Competition is a program of the National Inventors Hall of Fame and is sponsored by the USPTO, Arrow Electronics (sponsor of the Arrow Electronics People's Choice Award), and Honda.
  • FADpad is an at-home menstrual blood screening tool that allows users to collect their personal health information safely, comfortably and privately.

NEW JERSEY HALL OF FAME ANNOUNCES DANNY DEVITO AS HOST OF 15TH ANNIVERSARY INDUCTION CEREMONY

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
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NEWARK, N.J., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The New Jersey Hall of Fame (NJHOF) is excited to announce award-winning actor, comedian and filmmaker Danny DeVito will act as the master of ceremonies for the 15th iteration of the induction ceremony honoring New Jersey legends. Additionally, Anna Diaz-White and Michael Fux will be honored as this year's Unsung Heroes, an award which recognizes game-changers in the state of New Jersey that are not typically recognized for their work in bettering their communities.

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  • "It brings me great joy to join Gloria Gaynor to bestow this honor on Anna and Michael for their tireless work and dedication to such important causes."
  • "Anna's work gives survivors of domestic and sexual violence and their families the support they need to heal from such traumatic experiences.
  • He never forgot where he came from and is passionate about providing support to law enforcement and children's charities throughout our State of New Jersey.
  • And thanks to Michael's charitable contributions to law enforcement and children's organizations, he is now supporting our efforts on that front."

THE UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT TO OFFER FULL TUITION SCHOLARSHIPS IN NEW PITCH CHALLENGE FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023
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BURLINGTON, Vt., Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of Vermont has officially announced the Vermont Pitch Challenge, a new entrepreneurial-focused competition that gives high school students from across the world in grades 10 – 12 a chance to pitch innovative and impactful business plans – all while competing for individual cash prizes and full tuition scholarships to UVM, valued at up to $180,000. The new program is free to enter and offers young students a unique opportunity to learn from UVM , faculty, and alumni as well as top entrepreneurial experts about how to write a business plan, create a compelling pitch, and achieve their ultimate career goals.

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  • Pitch a business idea for a chance to win a full tuition scholarship to UVM.
  • Monthly Entrepreneurial Exchange webinars will kick off the new pitch program on September 12, where members of the UVM Entrepreneurship Club and CFES will introduce the Vermont Pitch Challenge.
  • "The Vermont Pitch Challenge is a great new platform for young minds to bring their creativity and entrepreneurial skills to life," said Dr. Jay Jacobs, Vice Provost for Enrollment Management at The University of Vermont.
  • The top five individuals/teams for the Vermont Pitch Challenge will be announced in March.

Chicagoland Sports Hall of Fame to Recognize Governor J.B. Pritzker with Lifetime Contribution to Sport Award on October 4th at Wintrust Arena

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023
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CHICAGO, Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Chicagoland Sports Hall of Fame (CSHOF) will honor Governor J.B. Pritzker's exceptional dedication to sports with the prestigious Lifetime Contribution to Sport Award. The award will be presented during his opening remarks at the annual induction ceremony on October 4th, 2023, at Wintrust Arena in McCormick Square.

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  • CHICAGO, Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Chicagoland Sports Hall of Fame (CSHOF) will honor Governor J.B. Pritzker's exceptional dedication to sports with the prestigious Lifetime Contribution to Sport Award.
  • The award will be presented during his opening remarks at the annual induction ceremony on October 4th, 2023, at Wintrust Arena in McCormick Square.
  • Chicagoland Sports Hall of Fame to Recognize Governor J.B. Pritzker on October 4th at Wintrust Arena
    Celebrating Excellence: The event will pay tribute to 16 new inductees who have made enduring contributions to sports.
  • Legendary Impact Awards: Pro Football Hall of Famer John Randle will receive the George Connor Award, and Ron Dayne, Heisman Award Winner, will be presented with the Gale Sayers Award.

Padraig Harrington joins SuperSpeed Golf as Brand Ambassador

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023
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TULSA, Okla., May 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Harrington has won three Major Championships including the 2007 and 2008 Open Championships and the 2008 PGA Championship as well as the 2022 US Senior Open. In total, Harrington has amassed 35 professional victories, reached a highest Official World Golf Ranking of No. 3 and was named a 2024 World Golf Hall of Fame Inductee. At 51 years of age, he has reached the fastest swing speed of his professional career and is leading PGA TOUR Champions in driving distance by regularly reaching ball speeds above 180 mph.

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  • SuperSpeed Golf is excited to announce the signing of a worldwide and multi-year brand ambassador agreement with Padraig Harrington.
  • In total, Harrington has amassed 35 professional victories, reached a highest Official World Golf Ranking of No.
  • "All of us here at SuperSpeed are very excited to have a player like Padraig not only as an ambassador for SuperSpeed, but proof of the impact our system can have.
  • When we decided to start our Tour ambassador program, he was the first player we thought of," said Mike Napoleon, President of SuperSpeed Golf.

SCIENTIFIC GAMES CMO JENNIFER WELSHONS NAMED 2023 LOTTERY INDUSTRY HALL OF FAME INDUCTEE

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023
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ATLANTA, May 9, 2023  /PRNewswire/ -- Scientific Games Chief Marketing Officer Jennifer Welshons has been named a 2023 Lottery Industry Hall of Fame Inductee, joining an elite group of global professionals. A pioneer in the area of analytics and insights, Welshons will be honored at a ceremony this fall during the North American Association of State and Provincial Lotteries 2023 Annual Conference. The Lottery Industry Hall of Fame is a prestigious recognition honoring those who have made a significant contribution to the global lottery industry and its contributions to good cause programs that positively affect the quality of life in communities around the world.

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  • ATLANTA, May 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Scientific Games Chief Marketing Officer Jennifer Welshons has been named a 2023 Lottery Industry Hall of Fame Inductee, joining an elite group of global professionals.
  • "Jennifer's innovative marketing vision and committed leadership have impacted the global lottery industry in the areas of analytics, research, products, services, channels, and game categories," said Scientific Games CEO Pat McHugh.
  • "Her leadership, focus and integrity are embedded in Scientific Games' analytical culture – the 'science' inside Scientific Games.
  • Joining Scientific Games 23 years ago, Welshons helped establish many of the analytical tools, methods, and metrics used across the industry today.

Hard Rock Heals Foundation Raises a Record $750,000 to Benefit Ukraine War Victims at Ukraine Relief Fund Gala Dinner Hosted by World Champion Heavyweight Boxer Wladimir Klitschko

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Wednesday, May 3, 2023
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HOLLYWOOD, Fla., May 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Some of the many victims of the Ukraine War, including injured Ukrainian citizens and their families, may see their lives improve following a record-setting $750,000 raised by Hard Rock Heals Foundation at a recent Ukraine Relief Fund Gala Dinner hosted by former World Champion Heavyweight Boxer Wladimir Klitschko.

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  • HOLLYWOOD, Fla., May 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Some of the many victims of the Ukraine War, including injured Ukrainian citizens and their families, may see their lives improve following a record-setting $750,000 raised by Hard Rock Heals Foundation at a recent Ukraine Relief Fund Gala Dinner hosted by former World Champion Heavyweight Boxer Wladimir Klitschko.
  • The Ukraine Relief Fund Gala was generously underwritten by Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, Coca-Cola and hundreds of other companies and individuals.
  • For more information about Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, visit www.seminolehardrockhollywood.com , call 800-937-0010 or follow us: Facebook: SeminoleHardRockHollywood, Twitter: @HardRockHolly, Instagram: @HardRockHolly.
  • Teresa Shum, Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, (954) 270-1924, [email protected]
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BARRY MANILOW ANNOUNCES MUSIC TEACHER AWARD TO COINCIDE WITH HIS NEW YORK CITY CONCERTS

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Thursday, April 27, 2023
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NEW YORK, April 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Music icon Barry Manilow announced today that his Manilow Music Project would once again award a deserving music teacher, this time in each of the five boroughs in his hometown of New York City City this summer. The Grammy®, Emmy®, and TONY Award® winner previously announced a 5-night concert series at Radio City Music Hall from May 31st to June 4th. 

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  • NEW YORK, April 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Music icon Barry Manilow announced today that his Manilow Music Project would once again award a deserving music teacher, this time in each of the five boroughs in his hometown of New York City City this summer.
  • The winning teacher will receive a $5,000 cash award and another $10,000 in "Manilow Bucks" to purchase musical instruments for their school's music program.
  • I always wanted to do my part through The Manilow Music Project to keep music in schools, especially in New York City, from which I benefited."
  • During each concert, one top-vote recipient from a school representing their borough will be presented their award by Barry Manilow backstage at Radio City Music Hall.