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FAST STUDIOS ANNOUNCES KEY APPOINTMENTS AT WOMEN'S SPORTS NETWORK

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Friday, October 13, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- FAST Studios, the leading premium content studio specializing in free, ad-supported streaming television, announced today two key executive appointments of sports industry trailblazers at its network, Women's Sports Network (WSN), the first and only 24/7 platform dedicated exclusively to female athletes. Carol Stiff, a 30-year veteran executive of ESPN Programming and Acquisitions and a tireless advocate for women's sports, has been named President of Women's Sports Network, while Raquel Braun, a former EA Sports and FOX Sports executive integral in negotiating unprecedented global media partnerships and developing new business opportunities, joins as Chief Business Officer.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Oct. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- FAST Studios, the leading premium content studio specializing in free, ad-supported streaming television, announced today two key executive appointments of sports industry trailblazers at its network, Women's Sports Network (WSN), the first and only 24/7 platform dedicated exclusively to female athletes.
  • As President of Women's Sports Network, Stiff will oversee the direction and continued expansion of the network, content development, and manage key league and athlete relationships.
  • I know WSN is in the right hands as she extends her impact as President of the network."
  • Join us at the Women's Sports Network as we ride this wave of progress, carrying the momentum forward and build a network for everyone to witness," said Carol Stiff, President of Women's Sports Network.

Vivint Honors Black Leaders and Women in Utah’s Business Community with a Series of Events and Partnerships Focused on Building Connection and Opportunity

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Friday, March 10, 2023
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To celebrate Black History Month, Vivint partnered with IMPACT Magazine to host two events honoring the achievements and influence of Black women in business and sports.

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  • To celebrate Black History Month, Vivint partnered with IMPACT Magazine to host two events honoring the achievements and influence of Black women in business and sports.
  • Vivint then served as a key sponsor of the magazine’s ‘ Women of IMPACT Honorary Brunch ’ during NBA All-Star Weekend in Salt Lake City.
  • The brunch intertwined the celebration of various female Black leaders with powerful panel discussions that focused on increasing representation while highlighting the considerable influence Black executives are having on Utah’s business community.
  • “The goal of our ‘Women of IMPACT’ celebrations are for Black women to know they are seen, heard, and valued.

Sports Superstar Lisa Leslie Joins Jelenew, a Women's Cycling Wear Brand Created by Former Chanel's haute couture core member

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Monday, February 6, 2023
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This will help the brand fulfill its mission to promote women's cycling worldwide" and better expand the influence of women's cycling in society and empower women in the process.

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  • This will help the brand fulfill its mission to promote women's cycling worldwide" and better expand the influence of women's cycling in society and empower women in the process.
  • Lisa Leslie is one of the best female athletes of all time and has had an outstanding WNBA career.
  • Since retiring from basketball, Lisa Leslie has challenged herself with multiple roles - coach, team owner, commentator, and founder of a high-end investment firm.
  • This aligns with the mission of Jelenew, the brand that Lisa Leslie has joined.

Bank of America Names Neighborhood Builders Racial Equality Awardees who are Advancing Opportunities for Minority Communities

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022
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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Oct. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bank of America today announced the second group of honorees of its Neighborhood Builders: Racial Equality Award, which recognizes the impactful work of leaders who strive to advance racial equality and economic opportunity in Black, Hispanic-Latino, Asian American, and Native American communities. The five individuals were selected for their extraordinary contributions to breaking racial barriers and creating opportunities for people of color across the country.

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  • The five individuals were selected for their extraordinary contributions to breaking racial barriers and creating opportunities for people of color across the country.
  • The Racial Equality Award established in March of this year is an extension of Bank of America's signature philanthropic program, Neighborhood Builders.
  • "At Bank of America, supporting nonprofits and their leaders has been core to our commitment to advancing racial equality and economic opportunity," said Ebony Thomas, President of the Bank of America Charitable Foundation.
  • Nearly 18 years after its launch, Neighborhood Builders is one of the nation's largest philanthropic investments in nonprofit leadership development.

FAST Studios Adds Athletes, Experts to Women's Sports Network Advisory Board, Including Olympian and Activist Allyson Felix

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Wednesday, March 9, 2022
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The Women's Sports Network has already partnered with key leagues including the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA), U.S.

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  • The Women's Sports Network has already partnered with key leagues including the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA), U.S.
  • FAST Studios CEO Stuart McLean added, "As we prepare for launch, our advisory board is helping to create a robust sports media brand that serves women's sports fans and advertisers.
  • Based in Los Angeles and launched in 2021, FAST Studios (FAST) is a media venture studio specializing in content creation, marketing, distribution and monetization of free ad-supported streaming television channels (FAST).
  • Heather Felix, BECK Media for FAST Studios, 212.993.8670, [email protected]

Sport legends Jackie Joyner-Kersee, Cynthia Cooper-Dyke, and Jayna Hefford join forces with Parity and Aventus to headline first NFT marketplace exclusively dedicated to women athletes

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Thursday, January 20, 2022
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NEW YORK, Jan. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Three legends of women's sport will headline the official launch of the Parity NFT Marketplace (powered by Aventus Network),the first non-fungible token (NFT) marketplace exclusively dedicated to women athletes.

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Three legends of women's sport will headline the official launch of the Parity NFT Marketplace (powered by Aventus Network),the first non-fungible token (NFT) marketplace exclusively dedicated to women athletes.
  • The first Legends Collection NFT, created by renowned artist Borbay , will celebrate track & field's Jackie Joyner-Kersee.
  • The next two will honor Olympic medalist and Women's Basketball Hall of Fame member Cynthia Cooper-Dyke, and Olympic and professional hockey great Jayna Hefford.
  • With a current roster of more than 700 athletes from 40 sports and 20+ corporate partners, Parity is revolutionizing the financial model for women athletes.

Sinclair Sports Group Partners With Takis on National Signing Day Event

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Monday, December 13, 2021
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Complementing the on-site event, Stadium will live-stream the players decisions and gather interviews for the Takis National Signing Day Special and Campus Insiders: National Signing Day Special, two Stadium originals.

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  • Complementing the on-site event, Stadium will live-stream the players decisions and gather interviews for the Takis National Signing Day Special and Campus Insiders: National Signing Day Special, two Stadium originals.
  • Takis aligns perfectly with the intensity and excitement of National Signing Day, said Eric Welles, SVP of Digital Sales, Sinclair Sports.
  • We are thrilled to partner with Sinclair Sports on an event as exciting and intense as National College Signing Day, said Sandra Peregrina Sepulveda, Marketing Director for Takis.
  • Stadium will produce live streaming coverage in partnership with Goat Farm Productions, event owners of the Takis National Signing Day.