Behind-the-scenes

Affion Crockett, Delmar Washington, and Black Experience on Xfinity (BEX) Announce Premiere of New Comedy Series Affion Crockett Presents: Microphone Masters Featuring Three Up-and-Coming Black Comedians

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
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Comcast NBCUniversal teams up with Affion Crockett and Delmar Washington to premiere new, innovative comedy series Affion Crockett Presents: Microphone Masters, featuring three up-and-coming comedians with behind-the-scenes interviews, now available exclusively on Comcast’s Black Experience on Xfinity channel, X1 and Xumo.

Key Points: 
  • Comcast NBCUniversal teams up with Affion Crockett and Delmar Washington to premiere new, innovative comedy series Affion Crockett Presents: Microphone Masters, featuring three up-and-coming comedians with behind-the-scenes interviews, now available exclusively on Comcast’s Black Experience on Xfinity channel, X1 and Xumo.
  • The Black Experience on Xfinity Channel is the first-of-its-kind, curated destination of Black content, endorsed by the African American Film Critics Association.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240321839501/en/
    Affion Crockett Presents: Microphone Masters Available Now On Black Experience On Xfinity Platform And Xumo (Graphic: Business Wire)
    The premiere special features three emerging comedians – Ron G., Kanisha Buss and Brandon Lewis.
  • Affion Crockett Presents: Microphone Masters is the first ever standalone comedy special for each comedian.

Sur La Table Introduces Educational Trips Series for Consumers Craving a Deep Dive into Renowned Culinary Destinations in Collaboration with Academic Travel Abroad Inc.

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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SEATTLE, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sur La Table, a nationwide specialty retailer of cookware, kitchen electrics, and bakeware, is thrilled to announce the launch of an interactive series of educational trips for consumers hungry for authentic, immersive experiences throughout the world in partnership with Academic Travel Abroad Inc., an educational travel provider with 70+ years catering to some of the country's most prestigious organizations.

Key Points: 
  • "As travel and food truly go hand in hand to make a memorable experience, we are more than thrilled to introduce this new series with Academic Travel Abroad Inc.," said Meredith Abbot, Culinary Director and trip expert at Sur La Table.
  • "Our mission at Sur La Table is to bring people together through the celebration of food, and this new series will do just that."
  • To kick off the series, Sur La Table is hosting two Culinary Journeys during the fall in France, which will pay homage to the founders' inspiration for starting Sur La Table.
  • For more information about the tour packages, itineraries, and travel dates, visit www.surlatableculinaryjourneys.com and for information on Sur La Table, visit www.surlatable.com .

Be Fulfilled lands growth funding from Decathlon Capital Partners

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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BLUFFDALE, Utah, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Be Fulfilled, a full service platform that helps creators grow their businesses, has landed a significant investment from Decathlon Capital Partners. Details of the revenue-based investment were not disclosed.

Key Points: 
  • BLUFFDALE, Utah, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Be Fulfilled, a full service platform that helps creators grow their businesses, has landed a significant investment from Decathlon Capital Partners.
  • Julie Hancock, Chief Operations Officer of Be Fulfilled, said the investment from Decathlon Capital Partners provides the company with a flexible solution to fund growth initiatives.
  • "The funding from Decathlon will allow us to expand our capabilities, letting us help more clients get their product ideas off the ground."
  • Matt Hoffman, Vice President of Decathlon Capital Partners, the innovative platform is sure to continue its growth as it expands its capabilities.

JAMESON LAUNCHES CONNECTS F.C. A CELEBRATION OF COMMUNITY THROUGH FOOTBALL

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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Connects FC will see Jameson bring to life a series of vibrant and passionate events in the heart of football communities up and down the country.

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  • Connects FC will see Jameson bring to life a series of vibrant and passionate events in the heart of football communities up and down the country.
  • Jameson will donate £2,500 to each EFL Community Club Organisation who participates in the Connects FC programme.
  • To learn more about the Connects FC programme and witness the success of our inaugural event at Gillingham FC, visit Connects FC - Jameson Whiskey .
  • Click here to view Jameson Connects FC imagery from Gillingham Football Club.

STUNT DRIVER LOGAN HOLLADAY SETS NEW GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ TITLE FOR MOST CANNON ROLLS IN A CAR IN UNIVERSAL PICTURES' NEW 87NORTH FILM "THE FALL GUY"

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
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UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif., March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a heart-stopping display of precision and skill, Logan Holladay, stunt driver for Oscar® nominee Ryan Gosling's character in Universal Pictures' new 87North film, The Fall Guy, shattered the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title for most cannon rolls in a car, achieving an astonishing eight and a half rolls during the film's 2022 production on the beaches of Sydney, Australia. This groundbreaking feat in blockbuster director David Leitch's latest film surpassed the previous record held by stuntman Adam Kirley, who achieved seven cannon rolls during the filming of 2006's Casino Royale.

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  • The cannon roll, a classic stunt dating back to the early days of cinema, involves fitting a cannon-like apparatus beneath a car that shoots toward the ground.
  • As the vehicle reaches a designated speed, the mechanism triggers and propels the car into a series of rolls.
  • Holladay executed the stunt behind the wheel of a modified Jeep Grand Cherokee fitted with an external fiberglass body.
  • As for the cannon rolls, after two practice runs and one real take, we had one car and one shot left.

NIKON INTRODUCES "8 DAYS WITH Z 8" CHALLENGE: A CAMPAIGN INVITING FILMMAKERS AND CONTENT CREATORS TO SHARE A film SHOT EXCLUSIVELY WITH THE Z 8

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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MELVILLE, N.Y., March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Nikon Inc. is proud to announce the launch of a new program, "8 Days with Z 8." This unique initiative aims to highlight the cinematic capabilities of the Nikon Z 8 camera and spotlight a diverse group of visual storytellers as they push the limits of their creativity.

Key Points: 
  • Nikon has invited eight talented filmmakers, DPs, videographers and content creators to join the "8 Days with Z 8" challenge.
  • Each was asked to ideate, produce, edit and submit a video in eight days inspired by one word: Authenticity.
  • Nikon is encouraging participating creators to bring their vision to life, showcasing their unique style and approach to storytelling.
  • Each week throughout March and April, Nikon will release a new creator film exclusively on the brand's YouTube channel.

DIAGEO ANNOUNCES ITS FIRST EXPERIENCE WITH APPLE VISION PRO TO BRING TEQUILA CULTURE TO FANS AROUND THE WORLD

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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NEW YORK, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As the global leader in premium drinks, DIAGEO marks its ongoing ambition to shape the future of how people around the world interact with its extensive portfolio of iconic brands through an inaugural experience with Apple Vision Pro. Tequila Don Julio, Mexico's original luxury tequila, will be the first DIAGEO brand to leverage this immersive new storytelling platform, as the company adapts this emerging technology to create new experiences for tequila enthusiasts.

Key Points: 
  • DIAGEO is the first beverage company to launch on Apple Vision Pro, as it continues its mission to shape the future of the beverage industry.
  • The Don Julio app experience on Apple Vision Pro will focus on the four key chapters in the Don Julio making process: harvesting the agave, baking the piñas, distilling the liquid, and aging the tequila.
  • The Tequila Don Julio experience on Apple Vision Pro will continue to evolve and is just the beginning as DIAGEO taps into this disruptive technology to bring similar experiences across its portfolio of exceptional spirits.
  • The Tequila Don Julio experience on Apple Vision Pro will be a visionOS application available for users 21+ this spring.

Madison Beer Partners with JBL to Give Fans a Behind-the-Scenes Look on Tour and Exclusive Access

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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JBL, a pioneer in innovative audio, is partnering with talented platinum-selling singer, songwriter, recording artist, producer and author Madison Beer.

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  • JBL, a pioneer in innovative audio, is partnering with talented platinum-selling singer, songwriter, recording artist, producer and author Madison Beer.
  • Recognized by fans and millions of social media followers as a creative force and visionary, Madison will create exclusive content while on tour with her JBL PartyBox and headphones by her side.
  • “I am excited to partner with JBL and give fans a behind the scenes look at my life on tour,” said Madison Beer.
  • JBL will be activating across New York City May 17 and 18 for the launch of the latest JBL PartyBox.

The Advanced Imaging Society Announces Winners of 14th Annual Lumiere Awards

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Saturday, February 10, 2024
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The Advanced Imaging Society’s Lumiere Awards handed out statuettes for distinguished creative and technical achievement during its 14th annual awards luncheon today at the Beverly Hills Hotel.

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  • The Advanced Imaging Society’s Lumiere Awards handed out statuettes for distinguished creative and technical achievement during its 14th annual awards luncheon today at the Beverly Hills Hotel.
  • The Lumiere winners of this year have notably expanded the boundaries of technology in filmmaking, enriching storytelling in remarkable ways."
  • Voters praised Oppenheimer for its sheer ambition, monumental visual achievement and its commitment to uncompromising imaging quality.
  • The Lumiere Awards have been presented to the industry’s most respected creative and technical leaders over the last decade.

Pacsun Introduces The Pacsun Collective: Co-creating the Brand's Future with its Community

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pacsun announced the launch of the Pacsun Collective, a groundbreaking initiative that calls upon the brand's community of content creators, photographers, videographers, stylists, designers, musicians, and digital artists to join its creative process and help shape future campaigns and merchandise. The collective stands true to Pacsun's belief in inspiring the next generation of youth and building the future of the brand and its community at the intersection of culture, sports, music, art, and fashion.  

Key Points: 
  • These community members, hand-picked by Pacsun, played a pivotal role in bringing the campaign to life.
  • "With the Pacsun Collective, we have the opportunity to truly co-create and community source the future stages of the brand.
  • We are excited to see what we can build with the diverse talents and voices that make up our incredible community," said Brie Olson, Pacsun CEO.
  • The Spring/ Summer 2024 collection is available online, with a majority of the collection readily available at Pacsun retail locations nationwide.