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Old Forester Names Caleb Trigo as Assistant Master Distiller

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
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LOUISVILLE, Ky., Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Old Forester today named Caleb Trigo as Assistant Master Distiller, overseeing quality and innovation for America's oldest bourbon brand that has existed before, during, and after Prohibition.

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  • LOUISVILLE, Ky., Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Old Forester today named Caleb Trigo as Assistant Master Distiller, overseeing quality and innovation for America's oldest bourbon brand that has existed before, during, and after Prohibition.
  • "I am both honored and humbled to step into the role of Assistant Master Distiller safeguarding and bolstering the founding brand of our company," said Trigo.
  • Trigo will join Master Taster Melissa Rift in supporting the growth of Old Forester.
  • Trigo is an avid traveler and foodie, and his favorite cocktail is an Old Forester Boulevardier.

One Year Later: AshBritt Honors Local Partners Crucial to Eastern Kentucky Flood Recovery

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023
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Last week, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear and AshBritt emergency management officials marked one year since the devastating flooding in Eastern Kentucky by recognizing local leaders and contractors who worked rapidly and relentlessly to assist in the cleanup, helping thousands of displaced Kentucky residents.

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  • Last week, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear and AshBritt emergency management officials marked one year since the devastating flooding in Eastern Kentucky by recognizing local leaders and contractors who worked rapidly and relentlessly to assist in the cleanup, helping thousands of displaced Kentucky residents.
  • Beshear speaks to eastern Kentucky residents on the anniversary of the July 2022 floods.
  • AshBritt called upon those local business owners to assist in the relief efforts.
  • “It was good to work for one of the best storm companies in the business,” said Mike Nichols of Razorback Trucking.

Ukraine recap: diplomatic manoeuvres intensify in advance of a possible spring offensive

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Friday, April 28, 2023
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The rising mercury has fuelled speculation that Ukraine’s much discussed spring offensive is just around the corner, the only questions being when and where Ukraine’s military planners intend to make their big push.

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  • The rising mercury has fuelled speculation that Ukraine’s much discussed spring offensive is just around the corner, the only questions being when and where Ukraine’s military planners intend to make their big push.
  • Some observers have noted that Ukraine has achieved a bridgehead on the eastern side of the Dnipro River, which could foreshadow a major push southwards towards Crimea.
  • You can also subscribe to our fortnightly recap of expert analysis of the conflict in Ukraine.
  • Moscow’s political objectives, Harink warns, might be as much about involving the west in a lengthy and debilitating conflict.

The Russian front

    • One of the centrepieces is the march of the Immortals Regiment in which thousands parade with pictures of loved ones who gave their lives in defence of the homeland.
    • Dina Fainberg, an expert in modern history at City, University of London, tells the story of how Victory day become Russia’s biggest national celebration.
    • Imagine if thousands of people turned up to march carrying pictures of loved ones killed in Putin’s “special military operation”.
    • Read more:
      'Stalin-style' show trials and unexplained deaths of opposition figures show the depth of repression in Putin's Russia

Further afield (and on sea)

Woodford Reserve Extends Partnership with Churchill Downs as Presenting Sponsor of the Kentucky Derby

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Wednesday, January 11, 2023
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LOUISVILLE, Ky., Jan. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Churchill Downs Incorporated (“CDI” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: CHDN) announced today that Churchill Downs Racetrack (“Churchill Downs”) has entered an agreement with Woodford Reserve® Kentucky Bourbon (“Woodford Reserve”) that will solidify the renewal of Woodford Reserve as the presenting sponsor of the Kentucky Derby through 2027.

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  • LOUISVILLE, Ky., Jan. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Churchill Downs Incorporated (“CDI” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: CHDN) announced today that Churchill Downs Racetrack (“Churchill Downs”) has entered an agreement with Woodford Reserve® Kentucky Bourbon (“Woodford Reserve”) that will solidify the renewal of Woodford Reserve as the presenting sponsor of the Kentucky Derby through 2027.
  • Woodford Reserve has been the “Official Bourbon of the Kentucky Derby” since 1999 and the presenting sponsor for the past four years.
  • “We are thrilled to welcome back Woodford Reserve as the presenting sponsor of the Kentucky Derby for the next five years,” said Bill Carstanjen, CEO of CDI.
  • “On the first Saturday in May, no matter where in the world we are, we are all Kentuckians with a glass of Woodford Reserve in hand.”
    Woodford Reserve will continue to leverage existing partnerships associated with the Kentucky Derby, Churchill Downs and the Road to the Kentucky Derby.

Dave & Buster’s Completes Acquisition of Main Event

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Wednesday, June 29, 2022
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DALLAS, June 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc., (NASDAQ:PLAY), ("Dave & Buster's" or "the Company"), an owner and operator of entertainment and dining venues, today announced the completion of its acquisition of Main Event from Ardent Leisure Group Limited (ASX: ALG) (Ardent Leisure) and RedBird Capital Partners (RedBird), following regulatory review and approval from Ardent Leisure shareholders.

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  • DALLAS, June 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc., (NASDAQ:PLAY), ("Dave & Buster's" or "the Company"), an owner and operator of entertainment and dining venues, today announced the completion of its acquisition of Main Event from Ardent Leisure Group Limited (ASX: ALG) (Ardent Leisure) and RedBird Capital Partners (RedBird), following regulatory review and approval from Ardent Leisure shareholders.
  • Chris Morris, the current CEO of Main Event has been named CEO of Dave & Busters and a member of its Board of Directors.
  • We are very excited to officially welcome the Main Event team to Dave & Busters and to begin capitalizing on the enormous opportunity that this combination creates, said Kevin Sheehan, Chairman of the Board.
  • Chris Morris, incoming CEO, said: I am thrilled to be given the opportunity to lead Dave & Busters at such an exciting inflection point for the Company.

aPriori Appoints Three Executives to Support Global Growth for its Digital Manufacturing Intelligence Solutions

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Thursday, February 17, 2022
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Innovative manufacturers are using aPrioris digital manufacturing simulation (digital factories) to help accelerate time to market, cut costs, and strengthen supply chain resilience.

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  • Innovative manufacturers are using aPrioris digital manufacturing simulation (digital factories) to help accelerate time to market, cut costs, and strengthen supply chain resilience.
  • Philippe has a proven track record directing global marketing programs for digital transformation and IT solutions providers.
  • Prior to joining aPriori, Philippe served as PTCs VP of Global Marketing, where he evolved product messaging and led integrated marketing programs.
  • aPriori is the leading provider of digital manufacturing simulation software that brings product design and sourcing teams closer to production.