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Climate Resiliency Challenge Unveils New Solutions to Address Climate-related Disasters

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023
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The Challenge, which launched May 23 and accepted submissions through July 10, invited innovators around the globe to share their world-changing climate solutions for the chance to win a share of $1M in prize money.

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  • The Challenge, which launched May 23 and accepted submissions through July 10, invited innovators around the globe to share their world-changing climate solutions for the chance to win a share of $1M in prize money.
  • The Challenge sought solutions to help frontline communities prevent, prepare for and recover from climate-related disasters, such as wildfires, floods, and extreme weather.
  • Through the open call for submissions, inventors, entrepreneurs, and scholars were able to propose bold, innovative solutions to build climate resiliency.
  • “We believe innovation is at the heart of resiliency,” said Liz Henderson, leader of Climate Risk Advisory at Aon.

PROPEL FITNESS WATER AND MICHAEL B. JORDAN JOIN FORCES TO PROVIDE RESOURCES, ACCESS AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR FITNESS IN MORE SPACES

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Thursday, February 2, 2023
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CHICAGO, Feb. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Propel Fitness Water is dedicated to increasing access to fitness – and has an ambitious new look and partner to help drive their mission. In the brand's most impactful partnership to date, Propel has joined forces with actor, director, and producer Michael B. Jordan to introduce the brand's next chapter. Jordan's partnership will extend across Propel brand platforms, from creative collaboration and storytelling, to helping further the brand's efforts to drive access and equity in fitness. 

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  • In the brand's most impactful partnership to date, Propel has joined forces with actor, director, and producer Michael B. Jordan to introduce the brand's next chapter.
  • Jordan's partnership will extend across Propel brand platforms, from creative collaboration and storytelling, to helping further the brand's efforts to drive access and equity in fitness.
  • As part of the multi-year partnership, Jordan, in partnership with Propel, will provide resources, access and opportunities for fitness in more spaces across the country.
  • Credentialed by Gatorade, Propel Fitness Water is a zero calorie, zero sugar electrolyte water with Gatorade electrolytes to help replace what is lost in sweat.

Commerce City Council approves 850 unit mixed-use 'Modelo' project by Comstock Realty Partners

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Tuesday, May 24, 2022
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LOS ANGELES, May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Commerce City Council fully approved a new 850 unit mixed-use development project at a meeting on Feb. 22, allowing the development phase to begin. The project, named Modelo to reference the Commerce motto of "the Model City," is a robust, new, mixed-use project consisting of 850 residential units, recreational and entertainment retail spaces, a public-private park, community center and museum.

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  • The project, named Modelo to reference the Commerce motto of "the Model City," is a robust, new, mixed-use project consisting of 850 residential units, recreational and entertainment retail spaces, a public-private park, community center and museum.
  • The project will be developed by Comstock Realty Partners, an experienced California-based developer with long history of projects in Commerce and Southeast Los Angeles.
  • "After 25 years of experience in Commerce and eight years working with the city to create this unique development, we are excited to bring much needed housing and amenities to Southeast LA," said Adrian Comstock, principle and founder of Comstock Realty Partners.
  • The 17.47 acre planned project is located at the intersection of Gage and Slauson Avenues in Commerce.

CJ ENM Acquires Stake in HYPERREAL® The Metaverse Entertainment and Digital Human Studio

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Thursday, April 28, 2022
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SEOUL, South Korea , April 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading entertainment company CJ ENM, headquartered in Seoul, Korea, announced today that the company has acquired a stake in the U.S.-based Metaverse entertainment and media company, Hyperreal® Digital Inc, Hollywood's industry leader of hyper-realistic digital humans and performance spaces for A-list talent and brands. The minority stake was made through a private transaction with the founders.

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  • This investment was made as a part of CJ ENM's strategy to expand its digital related business sectors related to Metaverse, NFT, etc.
  • Through this investment, CJ ENM will be able to apply Hyperreal's high end Academy Award winning VFC technology, particularly in the deployment of high fidelity Digital Humans, that is used to create outstanding Metaverse entertainment experiences.
  • This will create synergy when applied to CJ ENM's vast content library and ultimately serve as a key to expand CJ ENM's business.
  • "We are especially excited to announce this deal that expands CJ ENM's technologies and tools, including hyperreal digital humans, VFX etc., essential to create the Metaverse," said Kang Ho-Sung, CEO, CJ ENM.

Hyperreal® Raises $7 million in Oversubscribed Seed Funding To Expand Its Digital Human And Virtual Production Capabilities

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Thursday, November 4, 2021
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NEW YORK, Nov. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyperreal Digital Inc., the Metaverse entertainment media company and leading maker of hyper-realistic digital humansfor A-list talent, announced the successful closing of an oversubscribed $7 million Seed funding round.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyperreal Digital Inc., the Metaverse entertainment media company and leading maker of hyper-realistic digital humansfor A-list talent, announced the successful closing of an oversubscribed $7 million Seed funding round.
  • "Our investors recognize the explosion of opportunities in the space, and the funds will allow us to ramp up production globally."
  • The virtual concert proved Hyperreal's capabilities in creating a virtual Madison Beer and set the bar for future collaborations.
  • "Digital Humans will be at the center of all virtual production as it expands into media and everyday life," said Ted Farnsworth.

C Street Launches Inclusive Leadership Podcast “Word on the C Street”

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Thursday, October 28, 2021
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C Street , a strategic advisory firm helping CEOs and C-suites maximize value through sustainable social impact and the power of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), today launched Word on the C Street, an inclusive leadership podcast.

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  • C Street , a strategic advisory firm helping CEOs and C-suites maximize value through sustainable social impact and the power of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), today launched Word on the C Street, an inclusive leadership podcast.
  • We are focused on helping CEOs navigate todays world of stakeholder capitalism, which must be embraced and not ignored.
  • This includes guiding leaders as they create more diverse workforces, and cultures that are inclusive and equitable, said Jon Henes.
  • Word on the C Street is available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts , among other major platforms.