MARINE

Ascot Appoints Industry Veteran Pat Stoik to Head of Marine

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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NEW YORK, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ascot Group today announced Pat Stoik will join the company as Executive Vice President, Head of Marine, Ascot U.S., effective October 24.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ascot Group today announced Pat Stoik will join the company as Executive Vice President, Head of Marine, Ascot U.S., effective October 24.
  • He will be based in New York and will report directly to Matt Kramer, Chief Executive Officer, Ascot U.S.
    An experienced executive in the Marine industry, Pat brings more than 35 years of senior management, underwriting, and broker experience to Ascot.
  • Pat has also spent time at major P&C insurance companies including Great American Insurance Group, where he oversaw four underwriting divisions – including Ocean and Inland Marine, in the United States and Europe.
  • "Pat is a seasoned leader in the industry, and his deep knowledge in the Marine space will support our continued success and growth in the critically important U.S. Marine market."

MSIG U.S.A. unveils strategic leadership changes to reinforce commitment to U.S. market and fuel long-term growth

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Thursday, September 7, 2023
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NEW YORK, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Johan Slabbert, Chief Executive Officer of MSIG Holdings (U.S.A.), Inc., today announced key organizational changes and executive leadership appointments to further reinforce the company's commitment to the U.S. market, drive innovation, and provide the highest level of service to clients while delivering consistent, profitable growth.

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  • "Strategic alignment, strong leadership, and deep expertise are crucial to meeting these objectives while staying true to our culture."
  • Peter joined MSIG in December 2021 as the CEO of MS Distribution Holdings LLC (MSDH).
  • Peter's significant leadership experience, coupled with his expertise in underwriting, distribution, and market relationships, make him ideally suited for this pivotal role.
  • Keisuke Otsuka, Managing Executive Officer, Deputy Head of International Operations, shared: "These organizational changes underscore our meaningful commitment to the U.S. market.

Orion Group Holdings Reports Second Quarter 2023 Results

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023
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HOUSTON, July 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Orion Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: ORN) (the “Company”), a leading specialty construction company, today reported its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2023.

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  • HOUSTON, July 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Orion Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: ORN) (the “Company”), a leading specialty construction company, today reported its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2023.
  • “Our second quarter performance was a significant improvement over our first quarter results and reflected the progress our team is making in executing our strategy to achieve long-term growth and value creation,” said Travis Boone, Chief Executive Officer of Orion Group Holdings.
  • EBITDA for the second quarter of 2023 was $7.6 million, representing a 4.2% EBITDA margin, as compared to EBITDA of $3.3 million, or a 1.7% EBITDA margin in the second quarter last year.
  • Orion Group Holdings will host a conference call to discuss results for the second quarter 2023 at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time/8:00 a.m. Central Time on Thursday, July 27, 2023.

Tredway Announces the Acquisition and Preservation of Sea Park Apartment Complex in Coney Island

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023
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NEW YORK, May 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tredway, an affordable and mixed-income real estate developer focused on building and preserving high-quality, high-opportunity attainable housing, in partnership with Gilbane Development Company and ELH Mgmt today announced the acquisition of Sea Park Apartments, an 816-apartment, three-building affordable property located between Surf and Neptune Avenues in Coney Island, Brooklyn.

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  • "We are pleased to protect, preserve and produce new affordable homes at Sea Park, a framework that will increase access to opportunity for all current and future residents," said Will Blodgett, CEO & Founder, Tredway.
  • "The investments we are making will lead to a more affordable, connected, diverse, healthy and vibrant community and foster economic stability for the thousands of New Yorkers who call Sea Park and the wider Coney Island neighborhood home."
  • Tredway and its partners will embark on a multimillion-dollar rehabilitation of the entire Sea Park complex focused on quality-of-life improvements as well as strengthening its resiliency and improving the property's energy efficiency.
  • The development team also intends to build 250 new units of holistic affordable housing at the site catering to seniors.

FLAVIAR, INC. INTRODUCES "GRILLED & DISTILLED," THE ULTIMATE BARBECUE & SPIRITS TASTING SET

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Monday, May 1, 2023
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"Flaviar is your wingman. We help people navigate the spirits world with curated selections while helping improve their knowledge in a fun and sharable way," shared Flaviar Co-Founder Grisa Soba. "We always seek to one-up the experience and make our members feel like kings and queens, and the Grilled & Distilled Tasting Box is just another great new example of that, one we know will make an amazing gift for Dad, or for anyone who loves to sip on some delicious whiskey and indulge in juicy barbecue. Having Tuffy Stone, the big kahuna of meat and smoke, involved, makes this offering truly exceptional -- you just know it's going to be next-level amazing."

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  • The box features Tuffy's book Cool Smoke, an original Barbecue sauce, two spice rubs, one engraved Flaviar rocks glass, and ten 50mL samples of premium craft whiskies selected to marry perfectly with barbecue.
  • Grilled & Distilled (SRP $225) will launch for pre-sale beginning May 1 exclusively to Flaviar members, before being available to non-members beginning May 8.
  • Flaviar is a membership club for spirits enthusiasts that helps members propel their palates to the next level, find new favorites through comparative tasting, and grant access to rare and unique spirits.
  • The Grilled & Distilled Tasting Box is a new offering this year, building on the ongoing success of Flaviar's themed tasting boxes and holiday advent calendar.

Veteran Media and Trade Show Investors Launch Military Consumer Event

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Wednesday, April 5, 2023
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LAS VEGAS, April 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MCON was created by veterans to bring the military community together. It's the only annual event celebrating what service members love and miss about military culture. The organization's mission is to create community, facilitate connection and improve the wellbeing for those who served and their families. Taking place November 10-12th, 2023, the inaugural edition will be hosted in Las Vegas over Veterans Day weekend.

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  • MCON is the Largest Annual Event Celebrating Military Culture, Service and Sacrifice
    LAS VEGAS, April 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MCON was created by veterans to bring the military community together.
  • It's the only annual event celebrating what service members love and miss about military culture.
  • MCON is a unique experience beyond any ordinary military event created for service members.
  • Their other media and event investments have been sold to Emerald and Endeavor Business Media.

Alpha Pet Waste's CEO Mike McCarthy Joins the 30-Mile Dog Walk Challenge to Support Stop Soldier Suicide

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Thursday, February 23, 2023
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CUMMING, Ga., Feb. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Alpha Pet Waste, a leading provider of pet waste removal services, is proud to announce its participation in the 30-Mile Dog Walk Challenge to raise funds and awareness for Stop Soldier Suicide. The challenge is in honor of National K9 Veterans Day, and Alpha Pet Waste's CEO Mike McCarthy and his family dog Gus will be walking alongside other pet owners and their furry companions to complete the 30-mile journey on the first three weekends of March.

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  • Alpha Pet Waste, a pet waste removal service, is proud to announce that CEO Mike McCarthy has joined the 30-Mile Dog Walk Challenge to help support Stop Soldier Suicide.
  • CUMMING, Ga., Feb. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Alpha Pet Waste, a leading provider of pet waste removal services, is proud to announce its participation in the 30-Mile Dog Walk Challenge to raise funds and awareness for Stop Soldier Suicide.
  • "We are thrilled and honored to participate in the 30-Mile Dog Walk Challenge and support Stop Soldier Suicide," says Mike, owner of Alpha Pet Waste.
  • For more information on Alpha Pet Waste's participation in the 30-Mile Dog Walk Challenge or to donate to their team, please visit their donation page or email [email protected] .

Brooke Henderson Wins 2023 Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions, Mardy Fish Crowned Winner of Celebrity Field

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Thursday, January 26, 2023
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Hilton Grand Vacations Inc. (NYSE:HGV), the industry-leading global vacation ownership company, announced Sunday that LPGA Tour player Brooke Henderson won the 2023 Hilton Grand Vacations (HGV) Tournament of Champions .

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  • Hilton Grand Vacations Inc. (NYSE:HGV), the industry-leading global vacation ownership company, announced Sunday that LPGA Tour player Brooke Henderson won the 2023 Hilton Grand Vacations (HGV) Tournament of Champions .
  • Former professional tennis player Mardy Fish was crowned winner of the celebrity field.
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    Brooke Henderson Wins 2023 Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions, Mardy Fish Crowned Winner of Celebrity Field (Photo: Business Wire)
    Henderson won the Professional Title by four strokes, finishing 16-under-par overall.
  • “The Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions exceeded all of our expectations this year,” said Mark Wang, president and CEO of Hilton Grand Vacations.

Triple 7 Expedition Breaks Four World Records to Help Children of America's Fallen Heroes Get an Education

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Monday, January 16, 2023
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AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Legacy Expeditions, a veteran-owned extreme expedition company, announces the successful completion of its record-breaking Triple 7 Expedition upon landing its seventh skydive in Perth, Australia, finishing all seven jumps in only 6 days, 6 hours, and 6 minutes. The team of nine former special operators broke two sets of records, each a day apart. They broke the six-continent team and tandem records on January 14, in Abu Dhabi, in four days and ten hours: a record set in 2008 with a time of eight days and seven hours. Then, on January 15, the team broke the seven-continent team and tandem records set in 2019 with a time of six months and four days.

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  • The team of nine former special operators broke two sets of records, each a day apart.
  • Then, on January 15, the team broke the seven-continent team and tandem records set in 2019 with a time of six months and four days.
  • The Triple 7 Expedition kicked off at Union Glacier Camp, Antarctica on January 9.
  • The documentary crew was led by Dan Myrick, the writer and director of The Blair Witch Project, and cinematographer Kevin Burke.

KUS Receives 2021 PACCAR 10 PPM Quality Award

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Monday, December 12, 2022
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DAVIE, Fla., Dec. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- KUS Technology Corporation, a leading supplier of the Marine, Vehicle, and Industrial trades, was recognized as the 2021 10 PPM Quality Award winner by PACCAR in 2022.

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  • DAVIE, Fla., Dec. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- KUS Technology Corporation, a leading supplier of the Marine, Vehicle, and Industrial trades, was recognized as the 2021 10 PPM Quality Award winner by PACCAR in 2022.
  • PACCAR's "10 PPM Program" annually recognizes suppliers who exceed the quality standard,or the equivalent of 10 defective parts for every million components shipped to PACCAR.
  • For 2021, PACCAR recognizes 407 suppliers in 27 countries on five continents for achieving this high level of quality performance.
  • "We are more than honored to be the recipient of PACCAR's 10 PPM Quality Award again in 2021.