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Michael D. Ratner -- Founder, President and CEO of OBB Media -- Named To Goldman Sachs Top 100 Most Exceptional Entrepreneurs of 2023

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023
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NEW YORK, Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Goldman Sachs (NYSE: GS) is recognizing OBB Media's Founder, President and CEO, Michael D. Ratner, with an award as one of the 100 Most Exceptional Entrepreneurs of 2023 at its Builders and Innovators Summit in Healdsburg, California. Goldman Sachs selected Ratner from multiple industries to be honored at the two-day event.

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  • At 26, Ratner launched OBB Media in 2016 and has led the company through explosive growth alongside co-founder and COO Scott Ratner.
  • Michael D. Ratner oversees all five verticals of OBB Media, including the recently launched OBB Studios.
  • "I'm incredibly humbled that Goldman Sachs is recognizing the work that we do at OBB Media with this exceptional honor," said Ratner.
  • "We're delighted to recognize Michael as one of the most exceptional entrepreneurs of 2023," said David Solomon, Chairman and CEO of Goldman Sachs.

Generosity™ and Qatar, the 2022 World Cup Host Country, Partner to Eliminate Plastic Waste with their Sustainability Initiative

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Thursday, December 1, 2022
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LOS ANGELES, Dec. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Generosity™ a premium alkaline water company has evolved to become the world's leading sustainable hydration company by providing the technology to convert any water source into premium drinking water. Launching a Sustainability Initiative in partnership with Qatar's Supreme Committee for Legacy and Delivery, Generosity™ debuts their refillable water fountains at the 2022 World Cup in Doha. These Hydration Stations are conveniently placed at major locations throughout the country to allow the locals, volunteers, and football fans alike the opportunity to access high quality water throughout the World Cup festivities and beyond.

Key Points: 
  • Launching a Sustainability Initiative in partnershipwith Qatar's Supreme Committee for Legacy and Delivery, Generosity debuts their refillablewater fountains at the 2022 World Cup in Doha.
  • By simply connecting to any local water source,Generosity can process and dispense its premium alkaline water through these micro-hydration infrastructures.
  • "Evolving Generosity Water into a sustainable water company has always been the goal," the company's Founder, Micah Cravalho, states.
  • Generosity is also bringing in their co-founder and Grammy Award-winning artist JustinBieber, to lead the initiative.

PROPELLER.LA LAUNCHES CROWDFUNDING CAMPAIGN & ETHICAL INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY VIA WEFUNDER

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Wednesday, July 27, 2022
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LOS ANGELES, July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Propeller, the game-changing digital platform that brings social activism, charitable efforts and impactful marketing campaigns together in an unprecedented and profitable way, is on track to have a wildly successful 2022. The company, which is set to double its revenue for the third consecutive year, recently launched campaigns in collaboration with high-profile artists including Lizzo, Justin Bieber, Demi Lovato, The National, Bon Iver, Lil Dicky, Kevin Gates, Aly & AJ, Jack Johnson and more; festivals and venues include Bonnaroo, Outside Lands and Red Rocks Amphitheatre; and both non- and for-profit organizations including NRDC, HRC, Planned Parenthood, The Trevor Project and Intrepid Travel.

Key Points: 
  • Lizzo's third annual Juneteenth Giveback raised nearly $125,000 from more than 38,000 participants, while Justin Bieber's Justice campaign generated more than $165,000 for Generosity Foundation and nearly 224,000 actions through Propeller.
  • It is now offering anyone the opportunity to support its continued growth for the first time.
  • With a minimum investment of $250 via fellow public benefit corporation Wefunder the country's first and largest crowdfunding platform everyone from traditional investors to someone making their first impact investment can feel good about where they are aligning their funds.
  • Headquartered in San Francisco with a distributed team across the country, Wefunder has fundamentally changed the regulation crowdfunding space from the regulations to making it accessible to all at scale.

Leaf Home™ Strengthens Leadership Team as the Company Executes Strategic Growth Plan

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Thursday, April 21, 2022
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HUDSON, Ohio, April 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Leaf Home™, a leading technology-enabled direct-to-consumer provider of home improvement products and solutions, has expanded its leadership team as the company continues to execute its strategic growth plan. Paul Bieber has joined Leaf Home as Vice President of Investor Relations, Strategic Finance and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG). Veteran growth strategist and operator Dan McCormick has come on board as Leaf Home's Senior Vice President, Strategy, M&A and Product Management.

Key Points: 
  • HUDSON, Ohio, April 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Leaf Home, a leading technology-enabled direct-to-consumer provider of home improvement products and solutions, has expanded its leadership team as the company continues to execute its strategic growth plan.
  • Paul Bieber has joined Leaf Home as Vice President of Investor Relations, Strategic Finance and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG).
  • Veteran growth strategist and operator Dan McCormick has come on board as Leaf Home's Senior Vice President, Strategy, M&A and Product Management.
  • "We're delighted to welcome Paul and Dan to the Leaf Home team," said Jeff Housenbold, President and CEO of Leaf Home.

Nominations Revealed for The 2022 JUNO Awards

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Tuesday, March 1, 2022
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Fans are encouraged to vote on TikTok and at junofanchoice.ca

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  • Fans are encouraged to vote on TikTok and at junofanchoice.ca
    TORONTO, March 1, 2022 /CNW/ -The nominees for the 51st Annual JUNO Awards were announced today by The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) during a virtual presentation streamed on CBCMusic.ca/junos .
  • This year's winners will be revealed during the closing weekend of JUNO Week, at The JUNO Opening Night Awards Presented by Ontario Creates on Saturday May 14th and The JUNO Awards Broadcast on Sunday, May 15th.
  • Justin Bieber and The Weeknd follow with five nominations each, a testament to the continuous global appeal of Canadian talent.
  • Multi-platinum singer-songwriter Shawn Mendes also takes home four nominations for TikTok JUNO Fan Choice, Album of the Year*, Artist of the Year* and Pop Album of the Year.

Multi-Grammy Nominated Singer-Songwriter-Producer Stokley Releases His Highly Anticipated Sophomore Album "Sankofa" Available Now

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Monday, September 20, 2021
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LOS ANGELES, Sept. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Grab your passports; it's time to rack up those miles with a one-of-a-kind musical manifestation starring multi-Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter-producer Stokley, all through the lens of his highly anticipated sophomore album. SANKOFA is out now via his partnership with Bluraffe Entertainment and music icons Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis' Flyte Tyme/Perspective Records. The Ghanaian term, Sankofa, is a nod to the roots of African American ancestry, and his interpretation relies on personal reflection. Stokley's past experiences as an artist and the education he has received over his 35-year musical career.  

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, Sept. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Grab your passports; it's time to rack up those miles with a one-of-a-kind musical manifestation starring multi-Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter-producer Stokley, all through the lens of his highly anticipated sophomore album.
  • SANKOFA is out now via his partnership with Bluraffe Entertainment and music icons Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis' Flyte Tyme/Perspective Records.
  • "- Jon Bream (Star Tribune)
    "The biggest part of his greatness is his ability to make everyone around him better.
  • Stokley was a protege of fellow Minneapolis native Prince, who he also played with and encouraged Stokley to embark on a solo career.

Dolby and Justin Bieber Team Up to Go Inside the Story of his Latest Single "Ghost"

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Monday, September 13, 2021

Fans looking to connect with Justin on a deeper, more emotional level, can enjoy Ghost and JUSTICE today in Dolby Atmos on Apple Music.

Key Points: 
  • Fans looking to connect with Justin on a deeper, more emotional level, can enjoy Ghost and JUSTICE today in Dolby Atmos on Apple Music.
  • Through this exclusive piece, Justin sheds a new light on the inspiration behind his latest single while putting his artistry on full display.
  • With Dolby Atmos, Dolby aims to create the strongest bond possible between artists, their stories, and the world.
  • Dolby, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Vision, Dolby Cinema, Dolby.io, and the double-D symbol are among the registered and unregistered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries.Other trademarks remain the property of their respective owners.

Ariana Grande & Justin Bieber Single "Stuck With U" Raises Over $3.5 Million Dollars For First Responders Children's Foundation

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021
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It was a creative collaboration betweenScooterBraun's SB Projects,Ariana Grande and Justin Bieber, along with Republic Records and Def Jam Recordings, donating100% ofnet profits from streams and sales to the First Responders Children's Foundation.

Key Points: 
  • It was a creative collaboration betweenScooterBraun's SB Projects,Ariana Grande and Justin Bieber, along with Republic Records and Def Jam Recordings, donating100% ofnet profits from streams and sales to the First Responders Children's Foundation.
  • The specific areas of impact resulting from the donation include:
    Awarding grants to first responders who have encountered financial hardship due to COVID-19.
  • Paying for funerals of first responders or their family members who died as a direct result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • More information about First Responders Children's Foundation is available at www.1stRCF.org .Follow First Responders Children's Foundation on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @1stRCF.

World Choreography Awards Joins Forces with GPA Entertainment & E.O.A Productions for Streaming Live Show

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Friday, May 14, 2021
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Enoch\'s recent collaborations include upcoming unreleased projects with Justin Bieber, Will.i.am, Jason "Poo Bear" Boyd, and Will Smith Management.

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  • Enoch\'s recent collaborations include upcoming unreleased projects with Justin Bieber, Will.i.am, Jason "Poo Bear" Boyd, and Will Smith Management.
  • Productions is sponsoring this landmark streaming debut of the 10th Annual World Choreography Awards.
  • "\n"We are pleased that E.O.A Productions recognizes the value of the World Choreography Awards and is working closely with Allen and our team on this next evolution of the show.
  • Founded in 2017 by Sherry Saeedi, Benji and Joel Madden, it is the music industry\'s leading, premium live-streaming platform.

Reservoir Signs Grammy-nominated, Multi-platinum Songwriter/Producer Marcus “MarcLo” Lomax to a Worldwide Publishing Deal

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Thursday, May 6, 2021
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b'Reservoir announces the signing of Grammy-nominated, multi-Platinum writer-producer Marcus Lomax, aka \xe2\x80\x9cMarcLo,\xe2\x80\x9d to a worldwide publishing deal.

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  • b'Reservoir announces the signing of Grammy-nominated, multi-Platinum writer-producer Marcus Lomax, aka \xe2\x80\x9cMarcLo,\xe2\x80\x9d to a worldwide publishing deal.
  • Lomax has co-written and co-produced megahits such as the aforementioned \xe2\x80\x9cThe Middle,\xe2\x80\x9d Miley Cyrus and Dua Lipa\xe2\x80\x99s \xe2\x80\x9cPrisoner,\xe2\x80\x9d and \xe2\x80\x9cLove You Different (feat.
  • Beam)\xe2\x80\x9d from Justin Bieber\xe2\x80\x99s #1 Billboard 200 album Justice.\nOn signing with Reservoir, Lomax says, \xe2\x80\x9cI am very excited to be starting this new chapter with Reservoir alongside Donna Caseine and the entire company globally.
  • Founded as a family-owned music publisher in 2007, the company has grown to represent over 130,000 copyrights and 26,000 master recordings with titles dating as far back as 1900, and hundreds of #1 releases worldwide.