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UMD Smith and Partners Launch Sports Management Program

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Sunday, August 27, 2023

COLLEGE PARK, Md., Aug. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Robert H. Smith School of Business, with partnering University of Maryland programs, has launched a Sports Management Program to develop undergraduate leaders with the skills, foundational knowledge and educational opportunities to pursue careers and professional opportunities in the sports industry.

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  • Students in the program will have opportunities for site visits and attend fireside chats with industry professionals, sports industry-focused career fairs and sporting events.
  • Its interdisciplinary approach has the potential to produce well-rounded, knowledgeable, innovative leaders in the sports industry, says Tori Shay, associate director for the program.
  • "SMP students have an exciting opportunity to leave this program with a tangible way to show their knowledge with hands-on experience," says Shay.
  • The final course, BMGT483: Sports Management Program Capstone, sees student teams developing and pitching solutions for a multifaceted real-world case study from a corporate partner in the sports industry.

Northrop Realty Once Again Named "The Official Real Estate Brokerage of the Maryland Terrapins" for 2022-2023

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Tuesday, September 20, 2022

CLARKSVILLE, Md., Sept. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Northrop Realty, a mid-Atlantic real estate industry leader headquartered in Maryland, proudly announces its extensive 2022-2023 partnership with the University of Maryland Athletics and its multimedia rights holder, Maryland Sports Properties, a division of Playfly Sports (MSP), as "The Official Real Estate Brokerage of the Maryland Terrapins." Northrop Realty's new sponsorship includes the University of Maryland Football, Men's and Women's Lacrosse, and Men's and Women's Basketball Seasons for 2022-23.

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  • Northrop Realty, a mid-Atlantic real estate industry leader headquartered in Maryland, proudly announces its extensive 2022-2023 partnership with the University of Maryland Athletics as the "The Official Real Estate Brokerage of the Maryland Terrapins."
  • CLARKSVILLE, Md., Sept. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Northrop Realty, a mid-Atlantic real estate industry leader headquartered in Maryland, proudly announces its extensive 2022-2023 partnership with the University of Maryland Athletics and its multimedia rights holder, Maryland Sports Properties, a division of Playfly Sports (MSP), as "The Official Real Estate Brokerage of the Maryland Terrapins."
  • "Our partnership with the Maryland Terrapins is very exciting," said Creig Northrop, founder, and CEO of Northrop Realty.
  • "Their core values of respect, inclusivity, community, and commitment to excellence align nicely with Northrop Realty.

SECU Named Official Banking Partner of the Maryland Terrapins

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Friday, September 16, 2022

BALTIMORE , Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, SECU, Maryland's largest state-chartered credit union, continued its longstanding commitment to Maryland communities with an exclusive 10-year partnership with Maryland Athletics. As "The Official Banking Partner of the Maryland Terrapins," SECU will provide support for students and athletes through scholarships, financial education, and other wellness programs.

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  • As "The Official Banking Partner of the Maryland Terrapins," SECU will provide support for students and athletes through scholarships, financial education, and other wellness programs.
  • SECU will also secure the naming rights to University of Maryland's (UMD) Big Ten football stadium, home of the Maryland Terrapins, which will be known as SECU Stadium.
  • SECU Stadium will debut on October 1, 2022, as Maryland Football opens its Big Ten home opener against Michigan State.
  • "As Maryland's largest credit union, SECU takes great pride in partnering with Maryland Athletics and the entire University of Maryland, one of the nation's top public universities.

Just in Time for Mother's Day: A Mother-Daughter Entrepreneur Duo to Watch

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Monday, May 2, 2022

Today, the two help leaders and managers at major companies worldwide to improve their public speaking.

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  • Today, the two help leaders and managers at major companies worldwide to improve their public speaking.
  • Speaking With Impact's clientele has included CEOs and C-Suite executives from Autodesk, Siemens, Intel, Kaiser Permanente, Microsoft, McDonald's, Ubisoft, CommScope, and Cisco.
  • Denise believes that there is power in women's voices, and her women's leadership programs are designed to unleash that power.
  • Nia earned a degree from George Mason University in sports management and is also a keynote speaker.

PointsBet Named Official Partner of University of Maryland Athletics

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Wednesday, December 8, 2021

PointsBet is recognized as a market leader for its responsible gambling efforts, and the partnership with Maryland Athletics will emphasize and create awareness around responsible gambling and sports betting education.

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  • PointsBet is recognized as a market leader for its responsible gambling efforts, and the partnership with Maryland Athletics will emphasize and create awareness around responsible gambling and sports betting education.
  • In 2020, PointsBet made history becoming the first-ever sports betting operator to partner alongside an NCAA Power 5 athletic department with the University of Colorado Buffaloes.
  • "Investing in the University of Maryland athletics program expands our ability to impact local communities and the greater DMV region while also connecting PointsBet with alumni that remain actively involved in reverence to their alma mater," said PointsBet USA CEO Johnny Aitken.
  • "Maryland Athletics continues to lead boldly with the first deal of its kind in the Big Ten Conference and in the region."

Northrop Realty Named "Official Real Estate Brokerage of the Maryland Terrapins"

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Tuesday, October 19, 2021

CLARKSVILLE, Md., Oct. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Northrop Realty, A Long & Foster Company, announced a new partnership with the University of Maryland Athletics, and its multimedia rights holder, Maryland Sports Properties, a division of Playfly Sports (MSP) as the "Official Real Estate Brokerage of the Maryland Terrapins."

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  • CLARKSVILLE, Md., Oct. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Northrop Realty, A Long & Foster Company, announced a new partnership with the University of Maryland Athletics, and its multimedia rights holder, Maryland Sports Properties, a division of Playfly Sports (MSP) as the "Official Real Estate Brokerage of the Maryland Terrapins."
  • Our brokerage is extremely excited for this honor as we pride ourselves on supporting the communities in which we live, work, and play," said Creig Northrop, founder and CEO of Northrop Realty.
  • Northrop Realty is a hyper-local real estate brokerage whose success is exemplified by its community involvement and relationship-building events, its sponsorships, services, and donations to 50+ local charities and causes.
  • Northrop Realty has more than 30 years of experience in real estate and was ranked as the No.