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HarbourView Equity Partners Continues Expansion Into Film/TV with Investment in Mucho Mas Media

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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HarbourView Equity Partners (HarbourView), an industry-leading alternative asset management company focused on investment opportunities in the sports, media and entertainment space, announced today that they have invested in Mucho Mas Media – an inclusive LatinX multimedia platform cultivating talent and producing content for global audiences.

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  • HarbourView Equity Partners (HarbourView), an industry-leading alternative asset management company focused on investment opportunities in the sports, media and entertainment space, announced today that they have invested in Mucho Mas Media – an inclusive LatinX multimedia platform cultivating talent and producing content for global audiences.
  • Through this investment, HarbourView will work closely with Mucho Mas’ management to drive ROI, leveraging HarbourView’s proprietary data driven insights into global audiences to deliver value to Mucho Mas and the HarbourView stakeholders.
  • Alongside Mucho Mas, HarbourView will executive produce the films in the Mucho Mas content slate including the upcoming feature THE LONG GAME, an adaptation of Humberto G. Garcia’s inspirational golf novel Mustang Miracle.
  • Mucho Mas Media was represented by Darrel Barros and Kimberly Mann at Shulman Rogers LLP, as well as Teresa Walsh and Tarek Sadi at Access Media Advisory.

Ketel One Family Made Vodka Takes Over Park City for the 2024 Sundance Film Festival

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024
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NEW YORK, Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Elevating the artistry of spirits alongside the creativity of independent cinema, Ketel One Family Made Vodka is pleased to announce its partnership as the Official Vodka of the 2024 Sundance Film Festival. As the iconic festival gears up to celebrate 40 extraordinary years of cinematic innovation, Ketel One eagerly joins the revelry. Inspired by the dedication of those who continually elevate their craft and set the standards to become classics, Ketel One draws parallels with its own journey in the world of cocktailing. Throughout the ten-day festival, Ketel One Vodka will be at the forefront of official events, treating festival-goers (21+) to cocktails and experiences as unforgettable as the performances gracing the silver screen at Sundance.  Stepping onto the Sundance stage for the first time, Ketel One Vodka brings its storied history of celebrating the entertainment industry to life alongside the most highly-anticipated moments of the festival. Beyond crafting signature sips for cocktail and film enthusiasts throughout the city, the award-winning vodka proudly joins forces with leading brands such as Audible, MACRO, and others. These dynamic collaborations promise immersive experiences, toasting moments that transcend the boundaries of taste and cinema."Ketel One is excited to step into its role as the Official Vodka at this year's Sundance Film Festival," says Julie Yufe, Senior Vice President of Vodka & Rum, Diageo. "This partnership underscores a mutual dedication to craftsmanship — just as our vodka embodies a commitment to quality and artistry, Sundance stands as a beacon for pioneering storytelling and innovation. We take pride in infusing Ketel One's precision and passion into this endeavor, raising a glass to the harmonious blend of our craft with the extraordinary narratives that unfold at the festival."Ketel One will be adding even more delight to the occasion with a dazzling official cocktail lineup. As Sundance marks a moment to celebrate peers and their creativity, Ketel One and Diageo Reserve World Class award-winning mixologist, Charles Joly, welcome breakout bar talent, Erika Flowers, into the mix. Imparting her own expertise and flair, Flowers, alongside Joly, has created a slate of sophisticated, cinema-inspired serves. Together, they present an impressive lineup of inventive twists on vodka classics, each with a distinctively-Sundance twist."As a mixologist, the opportunity to craft the cocktail lineup for Ketel One and the Sundance Festival is truly exhilarating," says Charles Joly. "Sundance is a celebration of creativity; a space where people come together to explore the frontier of storytelling. Working alongside the talented Erika Flowers, we set out to capture the essence of this festival in every sip. Our cocktail lineup is more than just drinks; it's a cinematic journey, an artistic expression that mirrors the passion and innovation seen in this year's films."The Ketel One Vodka Sundance Cocktail Collection includes:

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  • As The Official Vodka of the Festival, Ketel One Vodka celebrates the groundbreaking work and emerging talent in independent film
    NEW YORK, Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Elevating the artistry of spirits alongside the creativity of independent cinema, Ketel One Family Made Vodka is pleased to announce its partnership as the Official Vodka of the 2024 Sundance Film Festival.
  • Stepping onto the Sundance stage for the first time, Ketel One Vodka brings its storied history of celebrating the entertainment industry to life alongside the most highly-anticipated moments of the festival.
  • "Ketel One is excited to step into its role as the Official Vodka at this year's Sundance Film Festival," says Julie Yufe, Senior Vice President of Vodka & Rum, Diageo.
  • The 2024 Sundance Film Festival will take place from January 18th to 28th in Park City, Utah.

Girls Inc. Welcomes Distinguished New National Board Members

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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NEW YORK, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Preeminent girls' leadership organization Girls Inc. has appointed six new members to its National Board of Directors. These accomplished leaders are passionate advocates for the advancement of girls and women. They bring diverse insights stemming from their expertise in law, finance, corporate management, marketing, workforce development, and nonprofit leadership.

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  • Girls Inc. is thrilled to announce the appointment of six new accomplished leaders and passionate advocates for the advancement of girls and women to its national board.
  • NEW YORK, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Preeminent girls' leadership organization Girls Inc. has appointed six new members to its National Board of Directors.
  • New members of the National Board of Directors include the following:
    Tiffany Collie-Bailey is a nonprofit management leader with over two decades working with faith-based healthcare and human services organizations.
  • These new members join an outstanding group of 23 professionals who comprise the Girls Inc. Board of Directors .

Fujifilm Unveils Eagerly Anticipated Tilt-Shift Lenses for its GFX System of Mirrorless Digital Cameras

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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VALHALLA, N.Y., Sept. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FUJIFILM North America Corporation today announced the launch of two highly anticipated tilt-shift lenses for its GFX System of mirrorless digital cameras FUJINON GF30mmF5.6 T/S lens (GF30mmF5.6 T/S) and FUJINON Lens GF110mmF5.6 T/S Macro lens (GF110mmF5.6 T/S Macro).

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  • VALHALLA, N.Y., Sept. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FUJIFILM North America Corporation today announced the launch of two highly anticipated tilt-shift lenses for its GFX System of mirrorless digital cameras FUJINON GF30mmF5.6 T/S lens (GF30mmF5.6 T/S) and FUJINON Lens GF110mmF5.6 T/S Macro lens (GF110mmF5.6 T/S Macro).
  • These new lenses, designed for GFX System’s 55mm large-format sensor [1] , cater to the demands of professional photographers that need the ability to adjust for parallax, distortion, and focus.
  • “The introduction of tilt shift lenses for GFX System opens doors for architectural, product, and commercial photographers to use a native G Mount lens for the first time with their GFX System cameras,” said Victor Ha, vice president, Electronic Imaging and Optical Devices Divisions, FUJIFILM North America Corporation.
  • GF30mmF5.6 T/S consists of 16 lens elements in 11 groups, including 3 aspherical elements,2 extra-low dispersion (ED) elements and 1 Super ED element.

SheaMoisture and Roku Originals Announce the "The Next Black Millionaires" Docuseries

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023
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NEW YORK, June 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SheaMoisture is teaming up with The Roku Channel and MACRO Television Studios to debut "The Next Black Millionaires," a docuseries that captures the journey of three ambitious entrepreneurs growing their passions into million-dollar businesses. 

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  • The series encapsulates our commitment to elevating voices reflective of our diverse audience," said Brian Tannenbaum, Head of Originals, Roku Media.
  • Beyond the Next Black Millionaires program, SheaMoisture has a long-standing commitment to investing in the Black community and creating Black generational wealth.
  • Launched in 2017, The Roku Channel is the home of free and premium entertainment on the Roku platform.
  • The Roku Channel was a top 5 channel on the Roku platform by active account reach and streaming hour engagement in Q1 2023.

THE PALEY CENTER FOR MEDIA ANNOUNCES NEW MEMBERS TO ITS ESTEEMED BOARD OF TRUSTEES AND LOS ANGELES BOARD OF GOVERNORS

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Wednesday, May 3, 2023
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NEW YORK, May 3, 2023  /PRNewswire/ -- The Paley Center for Media, the entertainment industry's leading nonprofit dedicated to celebrating the cultural, creative, and social significance of media and its impact on society, today announced the addition of prominent leaders in the fields of media, music, sports, tech, and entertainment to its prestigious Board of Trustees and Los Angeles Board of Governors.

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  • Joining the Paley Board of Trustees will be Sean "Diddy" Combs, Chairman, Combs Global & REVOLT Media & TV; Robert Kyncl, Chief Executive Officer, Warner Music Group; Ryan Roslansky, Chief Executive Officer, LinkedIn; and Joseph C. Tsai, Co-Founder and Executive Vice Chairman, Alibaba Group.
  • Joining the Paley Los Angeles Board of Governors will be Rob Wade, Chief Executive Officer, FOX Entertainment.
  • "The Paley Center for Media is privileged to have these titans of business join our esteemed Board of Trustees and respected LA Board of Governors," said Maureen J. Reidy, the Paley Center's President & CEO.
  • For more information on The Paley Center for Media's Board of Trustees, please visit paleycenter.org .

HarbourView Equity Partners Appoints Carlos Cruz as Managing Director

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Wednesday, April 5, 2023
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NEWARK, N.J., April 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- HarbourView Equity Partners , the global alternative asset management company founded by Sherrese Clarke Soares, announced today that banking industry veteran Carlos Cruz has joined the firm as Managing Director and Head of Capital Markets.

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  • NEWARK, N.J., April 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- HarbourView Equity Partners , the global alternative asset management company founded by Sherrese Clarke Soares, announced today that banking industry veteran Carlos Cruz has joined the firm as Managing Director and Head of Capital Markets.
  • "Carlos' appointment further solidifies our core team of talented senior leaders at HarbourView," said Soares.
  • Cruz joins HarbourView from Fifth Third Bank, where he was an Executive Director in the Technology, Media and Telecommunications group of the Corporate and Investment Bank.
  • "I look forward to immersing myself in this ecosystem of artists and financing partners that HarbourView has curated and helping to grow the platform and community further."

Sherrese Clarke Soares's HarbourView Equity Partners Announces Investment in MACRO

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Monday, March 27, 2023
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NEWARK, N.J., March 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- HarbourView Equity Partners , the global alternative asset management company founded by Sherrese Clarke Soares, has made its first major investment in the film and TV space, announcing its investment in MACRO , the multi-platform media company, founded by Charles D. King.

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  • NEWARK, N.J., March 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- HarbourView Equity Partners , the global alternative asset management company founded by Sherrese Clarke Soares, has made its first major investment in the film and TV space, announcing its investment in MACRO , the multi-platform media company, founded by Charles D. King.
  • "At HarbourView, we believe that content has the extraordinary power to influence the world," said Sherrese Clarke Soares, Founder and CEO of HarbourView Equity Partners.
  • "I could not be more excited to partner with Sherrese and HarbourView Equity Partners," said Charles D. King, Founder & Chief Executive Officer, MACRO.
  • HarbourView Equity Partners is a multi-strategy, global investment firm focused on investment opportunities in the entertainment and media space.

MACRO Announces Strategic Funding Round

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023
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This next phase for MACRO is to extend our reach by fueling each business vertical with the appropriate human and financial resources to unleash the full potential of the MACRO ecosystem.

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  • This next phase for MACRO is to extend our reach by fueling each business vertical with the appropriate human and financial resources to unleash the full potential of the MACRO ecosystem.
  • MACRO Television Studios – A premier television studio dedicated to creating, developing and producing scripted and unscripted episodic projects.
  • Brand MACRO – An in-house creative agency that ideates and executes branding, marketing and experiential activations for the MACRO ecosystem and the culture.
  • King and Bobby Singh, Executive Vice President, Strategy & Operations at MACRO, led the raise on behalf of MACRO.

Panasonic Announces Highly Anticipated LUMIX S5II and S5IIX at Consumer Electronics Show 2023

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Wednesday, January 4, 2023
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LAS VEGAS, Jan. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Panasonic is proud to announce two new hybrid full-frame mirrorless cameras, the LUMIX S5II and S5IIX, as the latest additions to its LUMIX S Series camera line-up. The LUMIX S5II and S5IIX are the first LUMIX mirrorless cameras to utilize Phase Detection Auto-Focus (PDAF) thanks to a newly developed 24.2-megapixel 35mm full-frame CMOS sensor and a new imaging engine. Developed under the L2 Technology alliance formed by LEICA and LUMIX last year, the new imaging engine provides high resolution, natural description, and approximately 2x higher-speed signal procession for high bit-rate video recording. To further the cameras' PDAF capabilities and make them more dependable, Panasonic evolved the auto-focus system into Phase Hybrid Auto-Focus by increasing the AF points to 779 to significantly improve subject tracking. Once the S5II and S5IIX are locked on a subject, the auto-focus will continue to track the subject, even in adverse lighting conditions and when multiple objects are moving within the frame. Additionally, continuous AF during zooming*1, AF micro adjustments, and options to decrease the size of the AF area are available.

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  • The LUMIX S5II and S5IIX have a powerful image stabilization system for wide-ranging shooting conditions and situations.
  • The new imaging engine provides the LUMIX S5II and S5IIX with high video performance comparable to the LUMIX S1H.
  • The LUMIX S5II and S5IIX contain 14+ stop V-Log/V-Gamut capture to deliver a high dynamic range and broad colors.
  • The settings of LUMIX S5II and S5IIX camera can be copied and transmitted wirelessly to other LUMIX S5II and S5IIX cameras when using multiple LUMIX S5II and S5IIX cameras.